Calendar Tuesday, Dec. 26
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Saturday, Dec. 23
AMERICAN SOUP: i Theatre presents “American Soup” in the Riggi Theater at the National Museum of Dance, a celebration of pop culture and the landmarks of history in the evolution of the American spirit. Warhol’s philosophy is juxtaposed with the adventures of two American families in Queens, living the country’s highs and lows, loves and disappointments. Live music from the 60’s to the turn of the millennium provokes a visit to where and who we were. Performances Friday and Saturday, December 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. Ticket reservations at 518 584-7780 or online at https://americansoup.brownpapertickets.com. Adults $25, Students $15. COMEDY’S BEST KEPT SECRET: Come see what happens when three Nationally touring Comedians embark on a two month road trip and perform on 50 shows in 50 days all to raise money for the Humane Society. Dan Frigolette @danfrigolette (Boardwalk Empire, Totally Biased, Artie Lange Show) Brett Druck (Laughs on Fox) Meghan Walsh (Hoboken Comedy Festival) and Make Me Laugh Winner Mia Faith Hammond are Comedy’s Best Kept Secret -- amazingly talented comedians who haven’t made it into the limelight...yet. Doors open 7:30 p.m.,Comedy Works, 388 Broadway Saratoga Springs. $15 Pre Sale, $20 Door. Tickets: http:// www.thecomedyworks.com/ saratoga/. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing class will be offered Saturday, December 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $40. To register, call John Rinko at 518-584-2221 or email RinkoDrivingSchool.com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the First Baptist Church. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET: Approximately 45 vendors will be attending the 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday market at the Lincoln Baths, 65 S. Broadway, from November to April. Today’s highlights include live music from TuneFolk and a very special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus from 11 a.m. Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at CALENDAR@SARATOGIAN.COM. to 1 p.m. Enjoy the 2nd floor Holiday Market through December 30. See http://www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/ saratoga-farmers-marketvendors/ for a complete list of vendors.
Sunday, Dec. 24
MALTA RIDGE UMC: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold its annual Christmas Eve service on Sunday, December 24 at 7 p.m. at the church located at 729 Malta Avenue Extension in Malta Ridge. All are welcome. There will be no service Sunday morning. OLD SARATOGA REFORMED
CHURCH: Old Saratoga Reformed Church, Pearl and Burgoyne Streets, Schuylerville, will be holding its annual Candlelight Celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ on Sunday, December 24, at 8 p.m. The Christmas Story will be read, carols and anthems sung, and the Christmas Message will be delivered by Pastor Joyce deVelder. Pastor Jennifer Legg will assist in the service. Worship will include traditional candle lighting during the singing of “Silent Night.” The sanctuary is handicapped accessible. All are welcome.
BALLSTON AREA SENIOR
CITIZENS: 9 a.m. to noon, Billiards, Crafts & Woodcarving. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Quilting. 12:30 p.m., Wifi Bowling. 1 p.m., Mahjong, Board Games & Cards. 2:15 p.m. to 3 p.m., OsteoBusters. Milton Community Center, 320 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. For more information call 518-8856740, visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT
SARATOGA: Tuesday for Tots: Happy New Year, 10 a.m. A special time for visitors ages 2-5 to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Tuesday activities include Exercise to Tape, LCR or Dice 3000, Pinochle, Pool/Billiards, Duplicate Bridge, Tai Chi, Scrabble. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Call 518383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch. FREE FAMILY OPEN SWIM: The Galway Youth Commission sponsors Free Family Open Swim for families in the Galway School District Area from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Greater Glenville YMCA located at 127 Droms Road. Sign in at the YMCA Main Desk and attend as many days as you can.
Wednesday, Dec. 27
ACOUSTIC BLUES OPEN MIC: This months featured artist is Cafe Lena’s very own Open Mic host Sonny Speed, who will be jamming some hot Blues with a few fine players. Acoustic Jam to follow - All levels of playing are welcome. Sign-up 7 p.m., opening set 7:30 p.m. Admission $5. Café Lena,33 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at Saratoga Hospital. Free. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre Zimmerman M.S. at 413992-7012 for more information. Sponsored by One Roof Holistic Health Center. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT
SARATOGA: Build a Fairy Garden Workshop, 10 a.m. for ages 4 and up. Join Sue DuBois from garden Goddess to learn about flower fairies, dance like a fairy and create your own Fairy Garden. Children will receive a starter container with soil, two plants, stone and a fairy or gnome to live in their Garden. Pre-register by December 26. $35 for museum members, $40 for future members. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER; Wednesday activities include Exercise to Tape, Senior Investment Group, Social Bridge, Shabby Sheik Crafting, Memories to Memoirs, Living with a Loss, Hand & Foot, Dice 6-5-4, Crochet & Knitting, Poker, Osteo exercise. 6 Clifton Common Road, Clifton Park. Call 518-383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 by noon the day before to make lunch reservations. FREE FAMILY OPEN SWIM: The Galway Youth Commission sponsors Free Family Open Swim for families in the Galway School District Area from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Greater Glenville YMCA located at 127 Droms Road. Sign in at the YMCA Main Desk and attend as many days