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Friday, Feb. 9 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 518-8856740, visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com or Facebook Ballston Area Seniors.

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 with special guest Sunshine Ballroom 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 518-584-5540 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 518383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch.

DIVISION STREET ELEMENTARY STEM LABS:

As part of the schools strategic plan to bring more hands-on STEM activities to K-5 students, SDivision Street Elementary’S STEM Lab Days are designed to enhance a students’ understanding of complex concepts using age appropriate interactive and hands-on labs that connect with the curriculum in grades K-5. On February 9, there will be STEM Labs for 1st graders (“Discovering our Planet with the Earth Balloon”) and 2nd graders (“The Earthquake Shaker Table: Erosion”). To learn more about STEM Lab Days or Division Street Elementary School, please contact Dr. Greer E. Miller, Principal, at 518-5834794.

FISH FRY FRIDAY:

The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club’s Fish Fry Fridays continue every Friday in February from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. 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 518-695-3917 for Take Out.

KIDS FUN NIGHT:

Saratoga Springs students in grades K-5 are invited to Kids Fun Night, featuring open gym, crafts, games, and activities, on Friday, February 9, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Maple Avenue Middle School on Route 9. This fundraiser is hosted by the Saratoga Springs High School Boys’ Cross-Country and Track & Field teams. Coaches, athletes, and athletes’ parents supervise all activities. $10 per child; snacks/drinks available for purchase. More information: racingcitytc@gmail.com.

MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK:

Join Moreau Lake State Park at 6 p.m. for their annual chili dinner, with local beekeeper, Gregory Stoddard as guest speaker. $7. Moreau Lake State Park is located off of exit 17 S of I-87,the Adirondack Northway. For additional information or to register for programs, please call the park office at 518-793-0511.

Q.U.I.L.T. INC.: Monthly guild meeting, 9:45 a.m. to noon, Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. Doors open 9:15 a.m. Followed at 12:30 p.m. by Quilting 101: Mary Phillips – “Hexagons Made from Circles.” Bring needle and neutral thread.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER:

Brian Miller, of Cutting Edge Martial Arts, will be here from 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. to teach you the basics of selfdefense, how to understand your environment, and how to use a cane as a weapon of self-defense. $10/Members, $15/Non-Members. Sign-ups required, need a minimum to hold class. Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce Health & Wellness Day, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free and open to the public. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs.

Saturday, Feb. 10 BURNT HILLS ORATORIO SOCIETY:

Experience the fun of a New-York style choral cabaret dinner theatre as the Burnt Hills Oratorio Society presents the immortal songs or Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, and Lorenz Hart. Set in the elegant Vista Ballroom at the Van Patten Golf Club, the event features a sumptuous Chef’s Buffet, followed by a choral cabaret featuring dozens of the greatest hits by America’s favorite composers. 5 p.m., 924 Main St, Clifton Park. Purchase tickets before February 2. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www. BHOS.us or call 518-4164060.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA:

Young Essential Oils Workshop: Inflused Play Dough with Devin White and Erin Joseph, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.S.T.E.M. Club, 2 p.m. 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 518-584-5540 for more information.

ERIE CANAL ANCESTORS:

Learn how to Find Your Erie Canal Ancestors in this hands-on workshop. at the Schenectady County Historical Society. Discuss canal occupations and the types of records associated with the canal’s workers, businessmen, and passengers & travelers. Participants can ask questions, and the facilitator will do some “on the spot” searches to demonstrate how to find or records. 2 p.m., 32 Washington Avenue, Schenectady. $5 admission; free for SCHS members.

MAKING SPACES: Please join Saratoga Clay Arts on February 10 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. to celebrate the opening of “Making Spaces” featuring the recent work of Ryan Burch and Luc Hammond-Thomas. The Schacht Gallery is located at the Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville. RSVP at https://fs20.formsite.com/Jillsaratogaclayartsorg/ form5/index.html.

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION:

The Greenfield Lions Club’s Mardi Gras celebration, featuring authentic New Orleans food, drink specials, raffle items and music, takes place on Saturday, February 10, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Haven Tee Room at Brookhaven Golf Course. Tickets $25, couples $45. RSVP by calling Rick Schwartzbeck at 518-8937074 or email TownofGreenfieldLionsClub@gmail.com.

MEDITATION WORKSHOP:

At the start of the year, our minds naturally turn to ways we can make our lives more meaningful and rewarding. This course, taught by Evelyn Williams, will present a set of time-tested methods to help you set positive goals, aspirations and intentions, and to help you maintain them throughout the year. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Spa State Park, Administration Building (back of Little Theater), 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. Course fee $20. For more information or to register visit KadampaNewYork.org/Saratoga or call 845-856-9000.

MONTHLY FREE LUNCH: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold its monthly Free Lunch on Saturday, February 10, at 729 Malta Avenue Extension, in Malta Ridge. Lunch will be served at no charge from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210. MONTHLY SENIOR DANCE: Come and enjoy the fun and dance the night away. Vintage Country Band, will be providing the music. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Milton Community Center 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. The dance is open to the public, with ample free parking. There is a $5 entrance fee for non-members. Members are asked to bring a snack to be share. Check out www.ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Mud Pond Hike, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This hike is a pretty flat hike, starting on the nature trail and heading out to Mud Pond to see some beaver lodges and maybe some other fun wildlife. This hike is fairly easy, at about 2.5 miles round trip. Reservations are necessary with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Fees apply. MYSTIC FAIRE: The Mystic Faire promotes education and awareness of the psychic world, holistic health, natural healing, conscious living and spirituality by bringing together psychics, spiritual counselors, retailers, light workers, alternative health practitioners, vendors and others in a one-stop shop for the health and wellness of body, mind, and spirit. The Mid-Winter’s Night Mystic Faire includes a raffle to benefit the equine assisted veterans program at Raven Hollow Ranch. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Schoharie County Child Development Building,114 Lark Street, Cobleskill. Admission $5. NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Eric Rickstad shares another Canaan Crime novel. “The Names of Dead Girls,” the electrifying sequel to “The Silent Girls,” features detectives Frank Rath and Sonja Test as they track a depraved killer through rural Vermont. 7 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour pre-licensing class will be offered Saturday, February 10, 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. NYS MILITARY MUSEUM: The New York State Military Museum will host programs that commemorate the nation’s centennial of combat operations in World War I and the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, along with topics of local interest this winter and spring. February 10: “Poets, Politics and Poison Gas: The 42nd Rainbow Division Attacks.” Military history and author Pat Chaisson examines the origins of the U.S. Army’s 42nd “Rainbow” Division and its combat service in France during World War I, focusing on the AisneMarne Offensive of July-August, 1918, and some of the unit’s most notable characters such as poet Joyce Kilmer and future five-star general Douglas MacArthur. 2 p.m., 61 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs. PITNEY MEADOWS WINTER SOCIAL: The spring planting season in Saratoga Springs won’t begin until April or May, but volunteers already are preparing for the second year at Pitney Meadows Community Farm. Set for Saturday, February 10 from noon to 8 p.m. at Artisanal Brew Works, 41 Geyser Road, the Pitney Meadows Winter Social is an off-season opportunity to connect with volunteers who are driving the project and to learn what’s in store for 2018. A “Toast to Year Two” will be offered at 4 p.m. A suggested $10 donation per person will help to support Pitney Meadows projects in the coming year. Also, for each drink purchased, Artisanal Brew Works will donate $2. Pizza will be available for purchase, and attendees may bring their own food. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Brian Miller, of Cutting Edge Martial Arts, will be here from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to teach the basics of self-defense, how to understand your environment, and how to use a cane as a weapon of self-defense. Sign-ups required, need a minimum to hold class. $10 members, $15 nonmembers. Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce Health & Wellness Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free and open to the public. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. TALK SARATOGA: Listen To ‘Talk Saratoga’, on February 10 from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. on 91.1FM -WSPN Radio as host Rick Thompson & Lynn Goodness welcome Tom Amello, retired teacher, former basketball coach and member of National Turf Writers & Broadcasters w/ NYRA media credentials. 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. TANG FAMILY SATURDAYS: Programs from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. include a brief tour of a current Tang Museum exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity suitable for children ages 5 and up with adult companions. Free and open to the public; reservations strongly suggested. For reservations and information, call 518580-8080. TASTE OF CHOCOLATE: The 10th annual “A Taste of Chocolate” event will be held on Saturday, February 10, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Galway High School Cafeteria. Chocolate delicacies can be purchased at the event. They can be consumed there, or taken home, or both. There is no admission charge. Coffee, milk (regular and chocolate) and bottled water will be available. The sale is a fundraiser sponsored by the Friends of the Galway Public Library which raises money for library expenditures that are not included in the general operating budget. You can buy individual tickets at the door for $.50 each. You can purchase vouchers for tickets in advance at the Galway Public Library from members of the board of the Friends of the Galway Public Library. WINTERFEST: On Saturday, February 10, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will host a day of fun activities at Camp Saratoga on Scout Road in Wilton. The day will kick-off with the 15th Annual Camp Saratoga 8k Snowshoe Race, part of the Dion Winter Series. Onsite registration begins at 9:15 a.m. and the race begins at 10:30 a.m. For more race information, go to www. saratogastryders.com. Winterfest activites include a bonfire with hot cocoa and s’mores, an animal tracking walk beginning at noon, and a winter tree walk beginning at 1 p.m. Activities in the Winter Lodge beginning at 1:30 p.m. include an animal track activity, a display on animals of the Preserve & Park, a trees-in-winter nature craft, and an ice fishing display with information on different kinds of rigs and bait for different kinds of fish. The day will finish with a snowman building contest at 2 p.m. by the Winter Lodge, with prizes announced at 3 p.m. For more information, please call the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

Sunday, Feb. 11

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge serves an All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, February 11, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, sausage, home fries, French toast, pancakes, toast along with eggs and omelets to order. Adults $7, Seniors $6, Children $5. For more information please call 518885-1149 or check out the Elks’ Facebook page. BURNT HILLS ORATORIO SOCIETY: Experience the fun of a New-York style choral cabaret dinner theatre as the Burnt Hills Oratorio Society presents the immortal songs or Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, and Lorenz Hart. Set in the elegant Vista Ballroom at the Van Patten Golf Club, the event features a sumptuous Chef’s Buffet, followed by a choral cabaret featuring dozens of the greatest hits by America’s favorite composers. 1 p.m., 924 Main St, Clifton Park. Purchase tickets before February 2. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www. BHOS.us or call 518-4164060. CLEAN WATER IN PERIL: Elizabeth Moran, water and natural resources director of Environmental Advocates of New York, will discuss how water contamination affects all of us. Ms. Moran will discuss the crises in Hoosick Falls, Newburgh and Petersburgh, and other NYS regions, the latest in New York state policy and what you can do to advocate for clean water for all. Refreshments at 12:30 p.m.; program at 1:15 p.m. Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany. Admission is free. Presented by the Capital District Humanist Society. For details and directions, call 518-5332666 or visit www.humanistsociety.org. DHARMA MEDITATION: Dharma is a standard word for inspirational topics that support us in our emotional, cognitive, ethical and wish for well being and well flourishing. The structure of the meditation is a sitting meditation for 25 minutes with a silent break, allowing people to stretch, followed by a second sitting, which is introduced by a brief talk. 9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m., One Big Roof, 538 Maple Ave, Route 9, in the Saratoga Health & Wellness Building (Across from Maple Ave Middle School). No RSVP necessary. By donation. Complete info can be found at http:// www.oneroofsaratoga.com/ one-big-roof/meditation/ MESSY CHURCH: Messy Church provides an opportunity for people of all ages to worship together in a fun and creative way. A free community meal will be served during a Messy Church gathering will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 11, at Grace Church, 36 Third Sreet, Waterford. For more information, call the Episcopal parish at 518237-7370 or visit gracewaterford.com. MONTHLY BREAKFAST: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club monthly breakfast will be on February 11 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, Bacon, Sausage, Toast ( White or Wheat ), Pancakes (Regular, Blueberry, Buckwheat, Apple Cinnamon), French Toast, Home Fries, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. Cost: $8. Adult, $4 Child. Call 518-6953917 for more information. WORD PLAYS: Revelations change people’s lives. Come hear stories of the moments when people suddenly realize a whole new way of thinking, or even the possibility of a whole new world. Storytellers: Betty Cassidy, Janet Carter, Margaret French, Marni Gillard, Nancy Marie Payne, Sandy Schuman, Siri Allison. 2 p.m., The Fenimore Gallery at Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. $12, Groups of 8 or more pay $8 per ticket. For more information email kate@katedudding.com or call 518-383-4620.

Monday, Feb. 12

AGING VISION: The Meadows at Glenwyck Vision Education Group sponsors a program on Monday, February 12, at 1 p.m. entitled “Aging Successfully with Aging Vision.” Cheryl Lawyer, outreach & education coordinator, at the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany (NABA), will give a one-hour educational presentation focusing on the leading causes of aging vision, early warning signs and resources for those whose vision is not as good as it used to be. Lawyer will also discuss specific eye health issues like macular degeneration, as well as show, “Living with Low Vision,” a 10-minute video that presents real life success stories of people experiencing aging vision and coping strategies. Light refreshments will be served. To register for the February program, call 518-280-7340 or email bethb@meadowsatglenwyck.com. The Meadows at Glenwyck is located at 150 Dutch Meadows Ln., Glenville. For directions to the community, visit http://meadowsatglenwyck.com/contact-us.html. 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. BOOK BOUND: The First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa’s book club, Book Bound, discusses Etif Batuman’s “The Idiot” from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 202 Milton Ave. Ballston Spa. The group meets on the second Monday of each month. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Monday activities include chess, checkers and backgammon; tap intermediate; jazz dance; chair yoga; discussion group, clogging; quilting; osteo exercise. The Snow Ball is an evening of live entertainment with the Greg Nazarian Band and Dance Fire Studio, with food catered by The Home of the Good Shepherd and We Do Dondue LLC. $10 for member/$12 for non-members. 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. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Mechanicville Library will host Garrett Jackson’s program “Introduction To Soul Retrieval” on Monday, February 12. In this 60 minute seminar, Garrett will teach you how to keep your soul healthy by making healthy adjustments in your life. Note: This class teaches about the concept of soul retrieval, and does not train participants to conduct soul retrieval. There is a $5 fee to attend this class. Teens are invited to the Chocolate Olympics, featuring chocolate-themed games and prizes.Please call 518-664-4646 to register for either event. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518-664-4646, fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu for more information. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Turkey Path Hike, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This moderate hike is about 2+ miles scaling half-way up the Palmertown mountain range. There is a steady incline for about half a mile on the turkey trail. Learn from the park educator how this trail got its name. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Fees apply. The Friends of Moreau Lake State Park meet at 7 p.m. to discuss future events. New members are always welcome. SARATOGA TOWN BOARD: The regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga will be held on Monday, February 12, at 7 p.m. at the Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville. SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK BEEKEEPERS: The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA) will meet on Monday, February 12, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 50 West High Street in Ballston Spa. Master beekeeper and SABA member, Aaron Morris will demonstrate his simple method to process wax and make beautiful candles. Visit www.adirondackbees.org for information about the organization, meetings, classes, and other programming.

Tuesday, Feb. 13

AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: A lunchhour program will discuss the Italian traditions surrounding the St. Valentine and Carnevale celebrations. Bring your lunch, refreshments will be provided. Free and open to the public. Reservations required by 12 p.m., Monday, February 12. Noon, 1227 Central Avenue, Albany, New York. For more information, call 518-4351979, email info@americanitalianmuseum.org or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Tuesday for Tots: Happy Valentine’s, 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. EMPIRE STATE COLLEGE: State University of New York Empire State College will hold public information session(s) about its associate and bachelor’s degree programs at its Saratoga location, 113 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, on Tuesday, February 13, at 5:30 p.m. For more information, please call 518-783-6203. FISH CREEK ROD & GUN CLUB: Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will continue its .22 rifle competition every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for the month of February. The competition is open to everyone members or nonmembers; bring your rifle and ammunition. For more information call 518-6953917. FOREIGN POLICY ASSOCIATION: The Schenectady Great Decisions Discussions Group 2018 (www.fpa.org) discusses current topics on U.S. involvement with the rest of the world. The February 13 topic is “Russia’s Foreign Policy.” 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Schenectady Public Library McChesney Room, 99 Clinton Street. This free program is sponsored nationally by the Foreign Policy Association and organized by The Friends of the Schenectady County Library. A limited quantity of FPA 2018 topic books are available at the library’s information desk at a reduced cost of $26. (copies may also be purchased at www.fpa.org). HALF MOON BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday February 13, 2018 at 11 a.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 11 a.m. and the business meeting starts at noon, followed by the program. The speaker will be Lea Mastrianni on “Tinies.” Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 469-7420 or Kirsti at 518-869-8125. Everyone is welcome. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Storytime with Miss Chrissie, 11:30 a.m. Stories, rhymes and crafts. All ages are welcome. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville.For more information, call 518-6644646; fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville. sals.edu SCHENECTADY ELFUNS: The Schenectady Elfuns will hold their luncheon meeting starting at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 13, at the Mallozzi’s Restaurant in Rotterdam. .Colleen Scarneo will speak about how alcohol and drugs effect the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and will discuss how alcohol and drugs interact with one another and worsen impaired driving. The Schenectady Elfun luncheons are open to all Elfuns and their spouses or guests and to all former or retired GE employees. Spouses of deceased Elfuns are also welcome. Those interested should call Glenn Gerber at 518-289-5665 to make a reservation by Friday, February 9. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MAGICIANS: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham on Old Loudon Road. All persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic are welcome. For more information, visit WWW.SAM24.org. WOMEN’S LUNCHEON: All women are invited to attend a luncheon Tuesday February 13, from noon - 2 p.m. at Longfellows Restaurant, Rt. 9P Saratoga. The cost is $15 inclusive. This month’s Special Feature will be students from BOCES presenting the culinary art of making sweets. This month’s Speaker, Ginny Turner, will share her special story. Reservations are required by February 8. Please call Ellie at 518-584-3779 for more information. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women’s Club.

Wednesday, Feb. 14

ASH WEDNESDAY FISH FRY: The St. Edward’s Knights of Columbus will host their 6th annual Ash Wednesday Fish Fry Dinner at the newly renovated St. Edward’s Church at 567 Clifton Park Center Rd, Clifton Park, from noon to 7 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, February 14. All profits from this event will go to support over 29 different charities and local community events, including Captain, Care Links, Dollars for Scholars, the Little Sisters of the Poor, and Make-a-Wish Foundation. The Fish Fry Dinner is a full meal consisting of a piece of fish, French fries, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, bread, soft drinks, coffee, and desert. The price for this full dinner is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 6 to 11, and free 5 and under. All are welcome. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Bend & Stretch Yoga Sprouts, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. This parent-and-me goa class introduces children to yoga thorugh guided movement, games and music. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Wednesday activities include Exercise to Tape, Senior Investment Group, Social Bridge, Carmen’s Crafts, Memories to Memoirs, Living with a Loss, Hand & Foot card game, Dice 6-5-4, crochet and knitting, poker, osteo exercise. On February 14, Valentine’s Day with Punch & Pastries is free to all members. 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. FISH DINNER: Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge #161 preesents a fish dinner with New England Clam Chowder, your choice of broiled or fried fish, 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. All takeouts $12. Cash bar available. Call 518-584-2585 for more information. LINE DANCE FUNDRAISER CLASS: The Wilton Fire Department hosts a fundraiser beginner/intermediate line dancing class with instructor Suzie Archambault every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the fire station, 270 Ballard Road, Wilton. Water and soda will be available. For more information call 518584-3338 weekdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. LOVE LIGHT AT THE PARK: Hudson Crossing Park in Schuylerville invites all who are looking for a unique way to celebrate this Valentine’s Day to “Love Light at the Park”, a candlelight walk on February 14 from 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Luminaries will light the path along the Hudson River to and from the Dix Bridge, and hanging lanterns will be available for purchase

suggested donation and hanging lanterns will be available for an additional $10. Cookies and hot cocoa will be available at the pavilion after the walk. For more information on Hudson Crossing Park, go to www. hudsoncrossingpark.org. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Snakes and Turtles, noon. Join a park educator and learn about a few of the snakes and turtles in the nature center. Learn what they like to do and eat and see why you shouldn’t fear our often-misunderstood snakes. You will also learn which ones call Moreau Lake State Park home. Program fees apply. PICKINS’ SESSION: Amateur / Professional musicians are invited to play solo, background or join up with a group for a fun season with extemporaneous, off-the-cuff musical jamming by local talented musicians. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Free to the public, ample free parking and please bring a snack to be share. Check out www. ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. STORYTELLING OPEN MIC: Come listen to a fine evening of stories. Or signup to tell a story of your own: new storytellers are always welcome. Keep your stories to about 10 minutes long and tell them—don’t read them. Sign up at 6:45 p.m. Storytelling starts at 7 p.m. at The Community Room, 2nd floor, Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. Free admission. TOWN OF MALTA: The Malta Sewer & Water Committee meets at 6:30 p.m. at Malta Town Hall, 2540 Route 9. WINTER STORYTELLERS SERIES: The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the tenth annual storytellers series every Wednesday through February 21. February 14 features storyteller Siri Allison with “Story Prisms.” 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, Feb. 15

CHAMBER ORIENTATION & MIXER: You’re invited to join the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking, drinks, and food at Harvey’s Restaurant & Bar at 15 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, on Thursday, February 15. Immediately before the mixer, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., there will be a member orientation for all new and existing members looking to maximize their membership. Cost is $5 before the registration deadline and $10 after. Deadline is Wednesday, February 14 at 5 p.m. Register at http://chamber. saratoga.org/events/details/orientation-mixer-30973. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Crafty Crafters: Chinese Lanterbs, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for ages 3 and up. Science Explores: Magical Ice Cubes, 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-up. 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 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. HORSE EXPLORERS: Recommended for ages 3-6, “Horse Explorers” is a hands-on series intended to creatively educate children about horses by developing age-appropriate skills in disciplines including art, literacy, science and math. The theme for February 15 is “Shape of Things.” “Horse Explorers” takes place each Thursday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the National Museum of Racing’s Horseplay Gallery in Saratoga Springs. Children are free to attend with a paid accompanying adult. For more information, please contact Karen Wheaton at 518-584-0400 ext. 118 or Sheileen Landrey at 518584-0400 ext. 120, or visit www.racingmuseum.org. KOREAN WAR VETERANS: The February luncheon for Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans’ Assoc., will be held at 11:30 a.m, Thursday, February 15. at the Peppermill Restaurant on Rt. 9 in South Glens Falls. The hosts are Patti and Gene Slavin. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. For reservations or for further information, please contact the Slavins at 518-793-2368 by Feb. 13. New members are always welcome. For further information, please contact Comm. Roger Calkins at 518-584-3037. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Kneehigh Naturalists, 10 a.m. This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. A short story or two based on the outdoors will be followed by a short hike to see some cool wildlife. Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. Each child costs $1. Bark Up a Tree, 1 p.m. Walk your leashed and friendly dog on an easy 2-3-mile hike starting at the office. Trail subject to change according to weather and trail conditions. Please call to reserve your spot (24-hour advanced notice) at 518-793-0511. Program fees apply.