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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. Signup 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 413992-7012 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:

SaratogaWilton 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 518-6644646; fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville.sals. edu.

NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS:

The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing class will be offered Wednesday, January 24, from 4p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, January 27, 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 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 518-580-2450, 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 518-583-0841.

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.

SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK AUDABON SOCIETY:

The Southern Adirondack Audubon Society will present “Bird Research at the Albany Pine Bush” at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, on Wednesday, January 24 at 7 p.m. Amanda Dillion, Field Ecologist and Entomologist at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, will focus on the rarity of species that call the Pine Bush home and the effort to learn more about the APBP birds and bird communities that has earned the preserve designations as an Audubon Important Birding Area and a NYS-DEC Bird Conservation Area. This free program is open to the public.

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

Thursday, Jan. 25 AMERICAN REVOLUTION ROUNDTABLE:

On Thursday, January 25, the American Revolution Round Table: Hudson/Mohawk Valleys presents, “Industrious Sober Women: Soldier’s Wives in Burgoyne’s Army,” an overview of the roles of soldier’s wives during the Burgoyne Campaign by Jenna Schnitzer. The program will be held at the Saratoga Town Hall, 12

Spring St, Schuylerville. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. with time for socializing and networking with the programming starting at 7 p.m. There is a $5 suggested donation, 100% of all donations is used for future programs. There will be used and new books for sale. Please RSVP to arrthudsonmohawkvalleys@gmail.com or call 518-774-5669. BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: 9:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m., Crafts, Cards, Billiards. 11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m., Lunch (bring a dish to share), meeting. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Bingo.Milton Community Center, 320 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. For more information call 518-8856740, visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors. CHAMBER CENTENNIAL: The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce will host its 100th anniversary dinner on Thursday, January 25, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Saratoga City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The Presenting Sponsor of the event is the Adirondack Trust Company. There will be an unveiling of a short video documenting the Chamber’s 100 years of success as well as the announcement of a special new award that will become a centerpiece for all future Annual Dinners. The dinner will be catered by Mazzone Hospitality. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. where guests will have the chance to generate powerful business connections for the year ahead. For more details, please visit www.saratoga. org or contact Keith VanVeghten, Vice President for Marking and Events, at 518584-3255 or kvanveghten@ saratoga.org. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Crafty Crafters: Winter Craft, 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m. for ages 3 and up. Science Explores: Pinecone Science, 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-up. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Thursday activities include Exercise to Tape, Pool/ Billiards, Chorus, Yoga, Watercolor & Sketch, Legal Assistance by appointment, Seton Health Seniorcize, Duplicate Bridge, MahJongg, Pinochle and Bunco. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Call 518-3831343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch. FOSTER PARENT MEETING: A Foster Parent Information Meeting will be held on January 25 at 4 p.m. at the Services Building, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa. Saratoga County is in need of foster homes for school-aged children and teenagers. The next certification class will begin on March 29. Please contact Kari Carroll or Stacey McVaigh at 518-884-4157 for more information. GREENWICH FREE LIBRARY: Last fall, the 7th grade students in Greenwich Junior High School read Linda Sue Park’s “A Long Walk to Water.” the true story of Salva Dut, a young boy forced to run from his home in South Sudan when war broke out in his village. Using the United Nations Refugee Agency website, students read stories of refugees from throughout history and from around the world and created over 90 refugee profiles. On Thursday, January 25, during an open reception from 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the Hedbring community room of the public library, students will present the stories of refugees they researched, and community members can peruse over 70 stories currently displayed. The Greenwich Free Library is located at 148 Main St #2, Greenwich. JAZZ AT THE SPRING: 2018’s Jazz at the Spring concert series starts with a bang on Thursday, January 25, when world renowned saxophonist Joel Frahm will be the special guest of vocalist extraordinaire Teri Roiger & the incomparable bassist John Menegon for an exciting evening of music drawn from the deep tradition of the Harlem Renaissance to present day with works by Ellington, Strayhorn, Billie Holiday, Abbey Lincoln, Monk, Mingus & more. 7:30 p.m., Spring St Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs. Tickets: $15 in advance ($20/door) from www.brownpapertickets. com/event/3101263. KIDS’ MEGA CHALLAH BAKE: Making challah is more than just baking bread: it is a Jewish way to nourish your soul and spirit. Learn everything you “knead” to know – from making to baking -- at Chabad’s kids’ challah bake, which includes a dough demonstration, braiding instruction and presentation ideas. Afterward, participants can take home a challah to bake. Kids will get to design a special baker hats as well as a challah cover. 5 p.m., Saratoga Chabad, 130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs. A suggested donation of $5 will cover some of the costs. For more information or to RSVP, email saratorah@ gmail.com, or call Raizel Rubin at 518-526-0773. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Daytime Book Club discusses‘Without You There Is No Us’ by Suki Kim, 2 p.m. A haunting account of teaching English to the sons of North Korea’s ruling class during the last six months of Kim Jong-il’s reign. Call to reserve your copy.190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu. NEW YORK STATE LIBRARY: HeritageQuest Online is a collection of genealogical and historical sources and is available for use at the New York State Library. Stephanie Barrett will discuss and demonstrate some of these sources, including the US Federal Census records, genealogy and local history digital books, Revolutionary War pension and bountyland warrant application files, and the Freedman’s Bank records. Stephanie will also demonstrate search tips and strategies, how to save records and printing records. 3:30 p.m., 7th Floor Computer Classroom, Cultural Education Center, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany. Seating is limited and registration is required. Register online at http://www.nysl. nysed.gov/programs/, e-mail NYSLTRN@nysed.gov or call 518-474-2274. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Movie Day, 10 a.m., featuring “The Big Short” with Ryan Gosling and Christian Bale. $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Popcorn is included. Come and get your fortune read by the amazing Mary Shimp at 1 p.m. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Storytime, 10 a.m. All children who enjoy a picture book welcome for a picture book followed by a craft. Table Top Gaming, 3:30 p.m. Come in and meet up with other players of popular games such as Pokemon, and Magic the Gathering. Book Club, “Cat’s Table,” 7 p.m. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information.

Friday, Jan. 26

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: 2:15 p.m. to 3 p.m., OsteoBusters. 6:30 p.m., cards and games. Milton Community Center, 320 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. For more information call 518-885-6740, visit www.ballstonareaseniors. com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors. BOCES OPEN HOUSES: Area high school sophomores and their parents are invited to learn more on January 26 about education options for their junior and senior years that will prepare them for careers that in demand. Capital Region BOCES will host open houses from 8:30 to 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Albany campus of Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School at 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road. These daytime open houses allow students to see the educational programs in action. For more information, visit http://www.capitalregionboces.org/CareerTech/ programs_courses.cfm. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Busy Bees, 10 a.m. An open playgroup time for ages birth - 24 months with caregivers with activities that help create an environment that fosters early childhood development skills in a social setting. Wiggles & Giggles, 11 a.m. A play-based program where children ages 2-5 can explore the world around them through guided free play. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Friday activities include Orchestra on the Common, Woodcarving, Tap Advanced, Ballet, Dominoes, Center Big Band, Diabetes Support Group, Bingo, Lunch & a Movie, Beading Buddies, Scrabble, Osteo exercise. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Call 518-3831343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch. FISH FRY FRIDAY: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club in Victory will start Fish Fry Friday on January 12 from 4:30 p.m.- 7 p.m. and will continue every Friday in January. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Chowder, ask about extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house, or call 518-6953917 for Take Out. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Fish Fry Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Choice of baked or fried, with coleslaw and french fries for $11 ($12 take-out). Also available, homemade mac & cheese and dessert. NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Celebrate the release Lawrence Dudley’s riveting new spy thriller, “New York Station.” In August 1940—eighteen months before Pearl Harbor—Anglo-American MI6 agent Roy Hawkins is mysteriously rushed from Nazioccupied Paris to New York. Once there, he is shocked and sickened to encounter a now alien America increasingly dominated by rightwing extremists, including a new radio celebrity. 7 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.For more information call 518-682-4200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit www.northshire.com. SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Winter Walk, 11 a.m. Join the Environmental Educator on an easy hike to explore different winter subjects. This week’s walk will focus on mineral springs. This program is $3 per person or $5 per family. Registration is required. Please call 518-584-2000 Ext. 116 to register. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Lego Club, 3:30 p.m. What can you build? Legos will be available for endless creativity. Family Movie Night, 6 p.m. Film TBA. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. SHAKER POINTE: Join Shaker Pointe on Friday, January 26 at 10:30 a.m. for “Make the Move to Slow Your Aging!” Shaker Pointe’s fitness director and personal trainer, Kerry Engle, will review the benefits of exercise for older adults, the importance of increased muscle mass as we age and more. 10:30 a.m., Shaker Pointe, One Bell Tower Drive, Watervliet. Lunch will be provided and free tours of Shaker Pointe will be offered after the presentation. This event is free, but RSVPs are required and can be made by calling 518-250-4900.

Saturday, Jan. 27

AFTER THE FIRE: After The Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. After The Fire’s monthly meeting will be Tuesday, February 27 at 7 p.m. at the Eagle Matt Lee Fire House on Washington Street in Ballston Spa. Anyone interested in learnnig more about After The Fire or becoming a member may attend a meeting, visit www.afterthefire.org, or leave a voicemail at 518435-4571. BALLSTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: The Town of Ballston Community Library is holding an Open House on Saturday, January 27, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. welcome new director Colleen Smith to the community. Smith has over 20 years of library experience, with nearly 15 years in leadership roles. The Library is located at 2 Lawmar Lane, Burnt Hills.