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CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA:

S.T.E.M. Club: Constellations, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Join Erica for an exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. For families with children ages 3 and up. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518584-5540 for more information.

FRENCH FILM SCREENING:

“Séraphine”-Saturday, January 20, 1 p.m., Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, Troy. Free, presented by La Fédération Franco-Américaine du New York. In 1914, Wilhelm Uhde, a famous German art collector, rents an apartment in the town of Senlis, forty kilometers away from Paris, and discovers that his cleaning lady is an artist in her own right. Written by Guy Bellinger. As a courtesy, please call the Troy Public Library at 518274-7071 to reserve a seat. Follow La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du New York at www. albany area french club. com and Facebook.

GENEALOGY & LOCAL HISTORY:

The Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County meet on Saturday, January 20, at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Professional genealogist Lisa Dougherty will lead an informative session about the fundamentals of DNA tests. Lisa will include DNA basics, results that you can expect to get, the truth about DNA myths, and how to interpret ethnicity estimates. The public is welcome. For more information, call 518-587-2978.

HUDSON CROSSING PARK:

Always wanted to try snowmobiling? Here’s an opportunity for adults aged 18 years and older to take a fun, safe snowmobile ride starting at the Dix Bridge located on the scenic Hudson River/Champlain Canal Lock 5 at Hudson Crossing Park. Children are invited to ride on a sled operated by a parent or guardian or an experienced snowmobile club member. Area clubs will have sleds available for use. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Hudson Crossing Park, Schuylerville. For more information or to check event status, go to Hudson Crossing Park on Facebook at www.facebook. com/ Hudson Crossing Park/ or towww.Huds on Crossing Park. org.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS:

Cabin Fever Party, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Ribs, chicken, salads, corn on the cob, dessert, live music, all for $16 ($17 take-out) Tickets must be purchased in advance Call the K of C at 518-584-8547 and leave a message.

MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY:

Create A Vision Board for Success, 1 p.m. Registration Required. The Board of Trustees meets the third Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. The public is always welcome to attend. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville.sals.edu.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE:

Patricia Diesel, a life & wellness coach, will share information, personal stories and tips from her book, “Organically Yours: Open Yourself to a Vibrant Healthy Life Through Clean Living,” which guides readers through a comprehensive organic approach to wellness and clean living. 7 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.For more information call 518-682-4200 or 1-855339-5990, or visit www. northshire.com.

NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS:

The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing class will be offered Saturday, January 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $4. To Register: call John Rinko at 518-584-2221 or email RinkoDrivingSchool. com. A portion from the cost is donated to the First Baptist Church. PRESCHOOL FAIR:

The 10th annual Saratoga Springs Area Preschool Fair will be held on Saturday, January 20, from 10 a.m. - noon at the Saratoga Springs Public Library in the H. Dutcher Community Room. Over 20 area preschools will be participating in the event, hosted by the Waldorf School and Saratoga Springs Public Library.

PURPLE TIE AFFAIR:

The 2018 Purple Tie Affair will be held on Saturday, January 20, from 7 p.m. until midnight at the National Museum of Dance, 99 S.Broadway, Saratoga Springs, with food and drinks, live music with dancing, raffles and prizes. This event benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation for Pediatric Cancer. This year we honor Abby Sayles and Anthony Yevoli, LLS’ “Girl and Boy of the Year”. Abby just completed her treatment for Pre-B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, and Anthony finished treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukemia in May 2016. Tickets are $65 each or $120⁄2 until January 12; $75 thereafter. Visit www.apurpletieaffair. org to join this Celebration of Life event.

RACING MUSEUM MURDER MYSTERY:

Join the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame for a night of mystery and intrigue sponsored by Foxwoods Resort Casino on Saturday, January 20. Immerse yourself in Saratoga Springs in the Roaring Twenties—an era filled with gambling, danger and deception— when Man o’ War was the greatest sports figure of the time, and even had his own security guards to protect him from murder plots organized by gambling interests. Meet a cast of colorful period characters…just be careful who you trust! Help solve the crime set among the Museum’s historic collection and artwork and enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner and dessert catered by the Brook Tavern. All proceeds from this fundraiser support the Museum’s educational mission. $150 per person, $125 for Museum Members. To purchase your ticket call 518584-0400 ext. 102 and leave a message, or email nmrmembers@racingmuseum.net.

SARATOGA ARTS: Fourteen authors will read from their

essays included in the book, “Before They Were Our Mothers: Voices of Women Born Before Rosie Started Riveting,” edited by Patricia Nugent. All are welcome and refreshments will be served. Seating is limited. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Snow date February 3. Please email B4 They Were Our Mothers@ gmail.com or visit journalartspress.com/beforethey-were-our-mothers/ for more information. SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Project Feeder Watch, 10 a.m. Help count the beautiful birds that visit the Creekside Classroom. At the end of winter the data is sent to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology for other scientists to use. Use binoculars to identify and count birds. Participants will also have the opportunity to create a pinecone bird feeder so they can continue to count at home. This program is appropriate for bird enthusiasts of all ages and experience. This event is $3 per person or $5 per family. Registration is required. Please call 518-584-2000 Ext. 116 to register. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lincoln Baths, 65 S. Broadway, Saratoga Spa State Park. Live music by Kate Blain. Cornell Cooperative Extension food and nutrition educator Diane Whitten and intern Jennifer Czelusniak will offer information on cooking with seasonal produce, healthy eating, and nutrition. Approximately 45 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from November to April. See http://www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/ saratoga-farmers-marketvendors/ for a complete vendor list. SCHENECTADY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Join SCHS for the opening of the new exhibit, “Changing Downtown: The Rise, the Raze, and the Revitalization of Schenectady.” By exploring the forces that shaped our city, we can better understand ourselves and our vision for the future. Christopher Spencer, Director of Planning for the City of Albany, will also be here to discuss the hopes and history of urban development in Schenectady. Admission $5; free for members. 2 p.m., 32 Washington Avenue, Schenectady. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Crock Pot Cook-Off, noon. “Low and Slow” makes for delicious food. Local Chefs can register online or in person at the Schuylerville library by January 13 for the chance to win a prize for best dish, as voted by the public. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. TALK SARATOGA: Listen To ‘Talk Saratoga’ on Saturday, January 20, from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. on 91.1FM -WSPN Radio as hosts Rick Thompson & Lynn Goodness welcome Meg Kelly, Saratoga Springs Mayor. You can also listen live on your computer at http:// tunein.com/radio/WSPN911-s22928/ Please feel free to call in with questions to 518-580-5783. TWO TOWNS-ONE BOOK: ‘War of the Currents,’ a fascinating presentation by Chris Hunter, Vice President of Collections and Exhibits at The Museum of Innovation and Science, Schenectady, (miSci), kicks off Two Towns-One Book’s seventh community read celebrating this year’s winning book, Graham Moore’s “The Last Days of Night.” Hunter will explore the Capital Region’s connection to the development of the electrical industry and the true story of the public relations battle between Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse, utilizing the resources of miSci’s technology archives. Registration is requested. 2 p.m., Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library. VERDI REQUIEM: The Battenkill Chorale (Janet McGhee, Artistic Director) performs the Verdi Requiem with soloists Sylvia Stoner, Sahoko Sato Timpone, Jorge Pita Carreras, and Keith Kibler, and 48-piece orchestra on January 20 and 21 at 3 p.m. at Skidmore College’s Zankel Music Center, Saratoga Springs. Purchase $20 tickets in advance by calling 518-692-7458 or emailing battenkilltickets@ gmail.com.

Sunday, Jan. 21

ARTIST RECEPTION: The Valley Artisans Market’s Small Gallery has an opening reception for “Jon Segan: Constructions and Russell Serrianne: small works and drawings,” from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. in Cambridge. Refreshments will be served and the Public is welcome. For more information, please call Valley Artisans Market at 518-677-2765. BREAKFAST BUFFET: Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Breakfast Buffet from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 1 Elks Lane, Route 9, Saratoga Springs. Donation requested: Adults $9, Seniors/Military $8, Children 5-12 $7, under 5 free. Takeouts $9. Call 518-5842585 for more information. CHRISTIAN MUSIC CONCERT: Don and Patty Jenks will present a Christian music concert at 6 p.m. on Sunday, January 21, at Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road, Queensbury. The Jenks’ have been ministering in music throughout New York State for over 25 years. Rev. Mark S. Bailey, pastor of Oneida Church invites the public to attend. There is no door charge. A free will love offering will be taken. For more information, call the church at 518-745-8611 or 518-793-2276, or email mbailey90@gmail.com. JUST-ICE LEAGUE: This year, Hudson Crossing Park’s Annual Winterfest is inspired by the “Secret of the Incredible Frozen Guardians” (also known as the “Just-Ice League”), a fun crossover between four wintery animated movies. The event features cool and creative activities, with opportunities to learn about ice harvesting, go sledding, participate in the “FurBowl” by snow bowling in furs (hats/mittens/boots/ coats - real or faux) or enter the Crazy Hat Head contest. Families can also ice fish with Ed Skorupski (supported by Saratoga Tackle) and the Schuylerville Fire Department will perform a water rescue demonstration. Noon - 3 p.m., Hudson Crossing Park,Schuylerville. For more information or to check event status, go to Hudson Crossing Park on Facebook at www.facebook. com/HudsonCrossingPark/ or to www.HudsonCrossingPark.org. OPERA SARATOGA ANNUAL MEETING: The Opera Saratoga and Friends of Opera Saratoga Annual Meeting will be led by Board President Rosemarie Rosen, who will report on Opera Saratoga’s 2016-17 season. Artistic and General Director Lawrence Edelson will speak with the community about future plans, and introduce Charla Jeanne Lawson, Company Manager; and Jonathan Blalock, Development and Patron Services Manager. Ellen Riley, President of The Friends of Opera Saratoga, will present the annual report of the company’s vibrant volunteer and support organization. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served 4 p.m., 38 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs. This is a free event, but due to limited space, advance registration is required. SARATOGA HOSPITAL COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Dads on Duty, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call 518-5802450, or visit saratogahospital.org/classes. VERDI REQUIEM: The Battenkill Chorale (Janet McGhee, Artistic Director) performs the Verdi Requiem with soloists Sylvia Stoner, Sahoko Sato Timpone, Jorge Pita Carreras, and Keith Kibler, and 48-piece orchestra on January 20 and 21 at 3 p.m. at Skidmore College’s Zankel Music Center, Saratoga Springs. Purchase $20 tickets in advance by calling 518-692-7458 or emailing battenkilltickets@ gmail.com. WORD PLAYS: The unknown -- the other – are they to be feared or welcomed? Come hear stories of when people met the unknown others. 2 p.m., The Fenimore Gallery at Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. Admission $12, Groups of 8 or more pay $8 per ticket. For more information email kate@ katedudding.com, call 518383-4620 or visit StoryCircleAtProctors.org.

Monday, Jan. 22

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m., Chorus. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Stretch & Fit. 1 p.m., Movie Matinee. Milton Community Center, 320 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. For more information call 518-885-6740, visit www.ballstonareaseniors. com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors. BLOOD DRIVE: Saratoga Casino Hotel is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive on Monday, January 22. The blood drive comes as the Red Cross is experiencing a severe national blood shortage due to more than 200 blood drives that have been forced to cancel because of harsh winter conditions. Members of the local community are urged to join dozens of Saratoga Casino Hotel team members to give blood on Monday, January 22 from noon to 6 p.m. inside the hotel ballroom. All presenting donors at this year’s Blood Drive will receive a $5 Dunkin’ Donuts Gift Card and a $10 voucher to Perks Café, located in the hotel lobby. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment prior to the January 22 Blood Drive by calling 518-581-5774 or visiting www.redcrossblood.org. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Monday activities include Tap Intermediate, Jazz Dance, Chair Yoga, Learn to Play ‘Golf’ card game, Discussion Group, Clogging, Quilting, Soul Line Dancing, Osteo Exercise. Recovery International. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Make lunch reservations for tomorrow by calling 518383-1343, ext 227 before noon today. Call 518-3831343 for more information. DINING WITH DIABETES: Dining with Diabetes/Prediabetes, a free program for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their family members, teaches participants how to fit carbohydrates into a healthy menu; effectively use food labels; choose meals at a restaurant and adopt other healthy habits to help manage diabetes through healthy eating. The program is offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension at the Presbyterian New England Church, 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs, on Mondays, January 22, 29 and February 5, from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p,m. Register by calling 518-885-8995. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: “De-Stress” with Teen Crafts, 6:30 p.m. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville.For more information, call 518664-4646; fax 518-6648641 or visit http://mechanicville.sals.edu. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Open Art Cart, 3:30 p.m. Explore a myriad of process art methods and experience a variety of materials. This activity will feature many process art projects. Anime Club, 6:30 p.m. Ages 12 to 18, come enjoy some Asian snacks and entertainment. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK BEEKEEPERS: The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA) will meet on Monday, January 22, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 50 West High Street in Ballston Spa. A live hook up with the Flow Hive Company in Australia will enable the audience to ask questions in real time. In addition, SABA members will have a chance, for a limited time, to purchase a Flow Hive at a discount. Visit www.adirondackbees.org for information about the organization, meetings, classes, and other programming. WOMEN’S CLUB OF ALBANY: Laurie Ten Eyck, co-owner of Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont, will discuss the evolution of her family’s farm from a dairy farm founded in 1916 to an apple orchard to an agrotourism enterprise that includes the Indian Ladder Farmstead Cidery and Brewery, at the Woman’s Club of Albany at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 22. A hard cider and craft beer tasting will follow. This WCA Member Monday program is free and open to the public, but seating is limited and advance online registration is required. Register at https:// www.womansclubofalbany. com/event-2782464. The Woman’s Club of Albany is located at 725 Madison Ave., Albany.

Tuesday, Jan. 23

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.ballstonar-

easeniors.com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors. BARIATRIC SURGERY INFO SEMINAR: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 30 Clifton County Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 518-580-2450, or visit saratogahospital.org/ classes. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Tuesday for Tots: The Snowy Day, 10 a.m. - noon. A special time for visitors ages 2-5 to gain preschool and kindergarten readiness skills ina fun and social environment. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 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 518-383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch. MALTA TOWN BOARD: The Town Board of the Town of Malta will hold a special meeting* on Tuesday, January 23, at 4:30 p.m. at the Malta Town Hall, 2540 Route 9, for the purpose of holding interviews for Building & Planning Coordinator. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Storytime with Miss Chrissie, “Dragons,” 11:30 a.m. Stories, rhymes and crafts. All ages are welcome. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu. PATHWAYS OF INVASION: Invasive species are nonnative species that cause more harm than good to the environment, economy, or to human and animal health. Plants, pathogens, animals, and diseases introduced from other countries do not have any predators to keep them under control. It is important to know what is growing on your property to protect your land values and health of livestock and pets. This workshop will cover the basics to help you understand what might be on your property. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa. Cost: $5 per person. RSVP by January 19. If you are interested in attending, please call 518-885-8995 to register. This workshop is brought to you by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County and the Capital/ Mohawk Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management. (PRISM). SARATOGA HOSPITAL COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Infant Care Class, twoevening session. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call 518-580-2450, or visit saratogahospital.org/ classes. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Movie Makers, 3:30 p.m. Come by after school to work on creating YouTube movies. Open to all school ages. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. SHOULDER ARTHRITIS SEMINAR: Join Dr. George E. Silver, Jr. of OrthoNY for an open discussion on the treatment of pain and arthritis in the shoulder. Dr. Silver will discuss both surgical and non-surgical options, and when each treatment might be appropriate. There will be a question and answer session at the end of the seminar. The free event, “Pain & Arthritis of the Shoulder,” will be held on Tuesday, January 23, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church Street. Registration is required. Please call 518-580-2450, or visit saratogahospital.org/ services/classes.

Wednesday, Jan. 24

ACOUSTIC BLUES OPEN MIC: This months featured artist is Bob Egielski, a great guy, fine guitarist and Blues player, and a regular at the Blues Open Mic. NYS Blues Hall of Fame inductee Sonny Speed hosts for SABS. Sign-up 7 p.m., first set 7:30 p.m., Café Lena, 33 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. Admission $5. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at Saratoga Hospital. Free. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre Zimmerman M.S. at 413-992-7012 for more information. Sponsored by One Roof Holistic Health Center. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Regular 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. ITALIAN DINNER: Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents an Italian Dinner with Fettucine Alfredo, Baked Ziti and much more from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Donation requested: Adults $12, Seniors/Military $11, Children 5-12 $8, under 5 free. Takeouts $12. Cash bar available. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Paint & Tea with Illustrator Jane Morrison, 11:30 a.m. $25 fee, Registration Required. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville.For more information, call 518664-4646; fax 518-6648641 or visit http://mechanicville.sals.edu. SARATOGA HOSPITAL COMMUNITY EDUCATION: “Pracitcal Mindfulness for Everyday Living.” 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call 518-5802450, or visit saratogahospital.org/classes. SARATOGA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL: Saratoga Independent School will hold a Middle School Information Session at the Saratoga Springs Public Library in the Susman Room at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24. Prospective parents and students are invited to attend Open Houses and Information Sessions to meet with SIS’s Head of School, Lisa Brown and teachers. RSVP appreciated, but not required. To RSVP, or for additional information, please call Saratoga Independent School at 518583-0841. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Storytime, 10 a.m. All children who enjoy a picture book welcome for a picture book followed by a craft. Fiber Arts Club: Hemp Bracelet, 3:30 p.m. Ages 8+ are welcome to come learn how to make their own hemp bracelet. Younger attendees will need assistance from a guardian. Video Game Night, 6 p.m. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. WINTER STORYTELLERS SERIES: The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the tenth annual storytellers series every Wednesday through February 21. January 24 features storyteller Betty Cassidy with “Memorable Moments.” Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Noon - 1 p.m., SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Room 126, Saratoga Springs, Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed. For more information, call the Academy at 518-587-2100 ext. 2415. www.esc.edu/all