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Thursday, Feb. 22

AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: The monthly business meeting starts at 7 p.m., followed by Kevin Wilson’s discussion of his book manuscript, “Sully’s Squad,” about his uncle, Salvatore “Sullivan” Fringi, who was a Sergeant in the “Big Red One” and paid the ultimate sacrifice in the Sicilian campaign. Mr. Wilson’s manuscript is currently being edited for book publication. He will also discuss his creative process from character structure to book design. Free and open to the public. Desserts are welcome for the reception that follows.1227 Central Avenue, Albany, New York. For more information, call 518-435-1979, email info@americanitalianmuseum.org or visit www. americanitalianmuseum.org.

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS:

Thursday activities: 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.,Craft, Cards, Billiards. 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lunch:bring a dish to share, meeting. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Bingo. Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Call 518-885-6740 or visit www.ballstonareaseniors. com for more information.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA:

Crafty Crafters: Animal Tracks, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for ages 3 and up. Educator Day at the Museum: free admission for one educator (with proper ID) and one guest. 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, Mah-Jongg, Pinochle and Bunco. 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.

HAM DINNER: Stillwater United Church, 747 Hudson Ave. is hosting a annual family-style Ham Dinner from 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 22, in their newly renovated Fellowship Hall. The menu includes ham, applesauce, home baked beans, scalloped potatoes, carrots, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pie and beverage. To reserve tickets, call 518-664-7984 or purchase at door. Take-outs available. Cost: $12 Adults; $5 Ages 5-10; Under 5 Free. The handicapped-accessible church is located across from the Post Office.

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 22 is “Presidents’ Horses.” “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 518-584-0400 ext. 120, or visit www.racingmuseum.org.

JAZZ AT THE SPRING: The next event in Capital District Jazz’s monthly Jazz at the Spring concert series is a CD release concert featuring guitarist Michael Musillami and bassist Rich Syracuse, who are at the peak of their game on their latest recording, “Bird Calls.” 7:30 p.m., Spring St Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs. Tickets: $15 in advance ($20/door). CDJ is offering a number of free tickets for youth age 17 and under. If you are interested in obtaining a free ticket please inquire via email info@cdjazz. org. Tickets are available in advance at: brown paper tickets: www.brownpapertickets. com/event/3095036.

MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK:

Bark Up a Tree, 1 p.m. Come walk your leashed and friendly dog on this easy 2-3-mile hike, starting at the office. Trail will be 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.

OLD SARATOGA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION:

Matthew Zembo will provide an overview of World War I at a meeting of the Old Saratoga Historical Association on Thursday, February 22. Zembo, an Assistant Professor of History and Military History at Hudson Valley Community College, a Doctoral Candidate in the Department of War Studies at King’s College, London, and a WW I reenactor, will bring WW I artifacts and firearms. 7:30 p.m.,Town of Saratoga Town Hall in Schuylerville.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER:

Movie Day, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., “The Mountain Between Us,” starring Kate Winslet and Idris Elba. $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers, and popcorn is included. Come and get your fortune read by the amazing Mary Shimp, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs.

SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK:

Hike & Find Winter Bingo, 11 a.m. Enjoy an easy snowshoe hike around the Creekside Classroom and explore the park’s winter environment. Participants will go out in search of the items on their bingo sheet while also learning more about the winter world around them. This program is designed for children ages 5 to 12. This event is free. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 518-584-2000 Ext. 111 to register.

SEX TRAFFICKING FILM/ PANEL:

On February 22 at Albany Law School, the Sex Trafficking Committee of the Capital District Women’s Bar Association will host a screening of the film “Very Young Girls,” and a panel discussion featuring Rachel Lloyd, Founder and President of Girls Educational & Mentoring Services, New York State’s only organization designed specifically to serve girls and young women who have experienced commercial sexual exploitation and domestic trafficking. The event is free and open to the public, and will take place February 22, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Albany Law School, located at 80 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. For more information, please contact CDWBA Sex Trafficking Committee Member, Rebecca Ruscito at rruscito@ gmail.com.

SKIDMORE COLLEGE:

Screenings of “The Illinois Parables” and five short films will be followed by a discussion with experimental filmmaker Deborah Stratman and Skidmore faculty member Cecilia Maldorondo. This event launches the Spring 2018 “Whole Grain: Experiments in Film & Video” series 6 p.m., Tang Museum. For more information, call 518-580-8080.

TEDDY BEAR SLEEPOVER:

Drop off a plush friend for a sleepover at the Northshire Bookstore! While you’re here, enjoy snacks, activities, and a special story time with the booksellers at 5:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Pajamas are encouraged. Our booksellers will watch to see what all the sneaky teddies get up to overnight, and will share photographs of all the mischief on our Facebook page. Plush pickup is from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, February 23. Tickets Required - $7 per Teddy. All proceeds to go to support Book Angels, Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more informa-

tion call 518-682-4200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit www.northshire.com. WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Looking for something to do during Winter Vacation? Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park offers “naturally” fun programs with a full week of outdoor programs scheduled. February 22:Winter Nature Scavenger Hunt at Camp Saratoga North, 1 p.m.- 2 p.m. Children will learn to use their senses to explore the outdoors during winter by working to complete a nature scavenger hunt. The program is designed for children ages 5 and up. Snowshoes will be available for rental 30 minutes before the program; free for members, $3 for non-members. If there is no snow, the program will take place without snowshoes. Preregistration required by February 21. WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: The World Awareness Children’s Museum is excited to announce its continued partnership with Hudson Headwaters Health Network, to provide craft workshops free of charge to children during the February 2018 school break week. Thursday, February 22: Olympic Flag Workshop. In recognition of the Winter Olympics, make your own Olympic Flags. You can recreate a Olympic country’s flag or create your own. 11 a.m., 89 Warren Street, Glens Falls. All workshops are free with the cost of admission ($5 per person, children under 3 enter free). Visit www.worldchildrensmuseum.org for more information.

Friday, Feb. 23

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: Friday activities: 2:15 p.m. to 3 p.m., OsteoBusters; 6:30 p.m., Cards & Games. Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Call 518885-6740 or visit www. ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. 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. S.T.E.M. Vacation Club, “Roller Coasters,” 1 p.m. 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 518-383-1343 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’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. FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY: The Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be Hosting Friday Night Fish Fry from February 16 through March 23, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. $8 a plate Eat in and Take outs will be available. The Fish Fry will include the Fish Fry, cole slaw, and a choice of Mac & Cheese or French Fries. There will also be a menu of some other items as well. For more information please call 518-885-1149 or check out the Elks’ Facebook page. LENTEN FISH FRY: The Knights of Columbus supports local Catholic Schools, provides meals to veterans’ homes every week throughout the year, and cooks for Code Blue weekly during the cold months. Come out to the K of C’s Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (except for March 16) and help support these dedicated men who give back to the community so unselfishly. Enjoy a generous portion of Haddock (baked or fried) with fries and coleslaw for only $11 ($12 take-out). Also available are clam chowder, macaroni and cheese, and dessert. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Kids’ Ice Fishing, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ever wonder how to ice fish? Come on down to Moreau for a lesson. No equipment needed; participants will get a pole in their hand and maybe even reel up a fish or two! Registration is necessary; please call 518-793-0511. Fees apply. NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: The beloved memoirist Michael Perry, bestselling author of “Population: 485,” reflects on the lessons he’s learned from his unlikely alter ego, French Renaissance philosopher Michel de Montaigne in “Montaigne in Barn Boots: An Amateur Ambles Through Philosophy.” 6 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. POTS OF LOVE: If you missed celebrating Valentine’s Day last week, Fort Miller Meeting House at Fort Miller Reformed Church in Fort Edward holds its annual “Pots of Love” evening on Friday, February 23, beginning at 5 p.m. The evening continues the Valentine’s theme by offering a variety of hearty soups, chowders and chili along with crusty breads and chocolate Valentine desserts all for $8 per person. Live acoustic music will be performed by Mitch Throop and friends. Both adults and children are welcome with reduced pricing for children under 12. For more information visit www. fortmillerreformedchurch. org or call Jan Peterson at 518-695-3054. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Learn about the USS Slater and why she was chosen to become the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum. $2 for members, $5 for non-members. 1 p.m. - 2 p.m., 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. SCHENECTADY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: By popular demand the Schenectady County Historical Society is opening a new permanent gallery dedicated entirely to the world colonial Schenectady. A membersonly opening reception for “Beyond the Pines: Early Schenectady,” featuring the unveiling of the recently restored “Painting of a Boy,” hands-on colonial life demonstrations, and food and drink, will be held on Friday, February 23, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. at 32 Washington Avenue, Schenectady. SKIDMORE CONCERT: Concert by Mike Moreno Quartet, 8 p.m., Zankel Music Center.$8 adults, $5 seniors and Skidmore community, free for students and children. For ticket information call 518-5805321 or visit www.skidmore. edu/zankel. WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Looking for something to do during Winter Vacation? Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park offers “naturally” fun programs with a full week of outdoor programs scheduled. February 23: Natural Picture Frame Making, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. A great nature craft that can be done during any season. Use twigs, pine cones, and other materials found in nature to create picture frames. This program is for children ages 5 and up. Preregistration required by February 22. WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: The World Awareness Children’s Museum is excited to announce its continued partnership with Hudson Headwaters Health Network, to provide craft workshops free of charge to children during the February 2018 school break week. Friday, February 23: Recycled Bottle Cap Workshop. Create a colorful mural of recycled ‘trash’ that promotes creativity as much as it does recycling. An assorted but limited supply of bottle caps will be available but please bring as many bottle caps as you can to recycle and create with. 11 a.m., 89 Warren Street, Glens Falls. All workshops are free with the cost of admission ($5 per person, children under 3 enter free). Visit www. worldchildrensmuseum.org for more information.

Saturday, Feb. 24

ADIRONDACK AMERICAN LEGION: Adirondack American Legion Post 70 will hold its monthly meeting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 24, at 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs. BRANT LAKE WINTER CARNIVAL: For the sixth year in a row residents and area visitors will visit Brant Lake, New York for its annual Winter Carnival. The Tri-Lakes Business Alliance organizes the Winter Carnival and each year it has grown in attendance. It will be held on Saturday, February 24, beginning at noon at Jimbo’s Club at the Point on Route 8 in Brant Lake. New events this year include Authentic Adirondack Curling and free horse-drawn sleigh rides courtesy of Adirondack Carriage. The event is free and additional sponsors include the Towns of Horicon and Chester, Adirondack Carriage, and Jimbo’s Club at the Point. For more information call 518-494-3016 or email cmead3@nycap. rr.com. HISTORY OF BUTTONS: Buttons are reaching new popularity today, not only in clothing, but in jewelry, artwork and more. On February 24 at 2 p.m., at the Peebles Island State Park Visitor’s Center, Kathy Arbogast, long time collector and educator, will present an illustrated overview of buttons through history, with information on local button manufacturers and tips on identifying these special buttons. There will also be an opportunity to view some of the buttons that have been unearthed at Peebles Island. The program is free and open to the public. Keep in touch at https://www.facebook. com/Friends-of-PeeblesIsland-State-ParkUpdated info at 518-810-9280. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing class will be offered Saturday, February 24, 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 518-5842221 or email RinkoDrivingSchool.com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the First Baptist Church. PORK ROAST DINNER: South Glens Falls United Methodist Church serves a Pork Roast dinner with homemade soups and desserts from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 15 Maplewod Parkway. Adults $10, children 5-12 $5. Takeout and delivery are available. Call 518-793-1152 for more information. SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Mineral Springs Tour, 11 a.m. Join a docent on a guided mineral springs tour to learn about the history, geology and lore surrounding our special waters. No registration necessary. This is a free event. Winter Wildlife Snowshoe Exploration, 2 p.m. Take a short snowshoe hike to search for tracks and other signs of wildlife in the park! No registration necessary. This is a free event. Please use the southern Route 50 entrance to enter the park for either event. Take your second left onto Geyser Loop Road to reach the classroom. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Lincoln Baths, 65 S. Broadway, Saratoga Spa State Park. Approximately 45 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from November to April. See http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratogafarmers-market-vendors/ for a complete vendor list. 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. TWELVE YEARS A SLAVE: In recognition of African History Month, the Ballston Spa Public Library, located at 21 Milton Avenue, will show the movie, Twelve Years a Slave on Saturday, February 24, at 11 a.m. Discussion of the movie will be led by author, David Fiske, author of “Solomon Northup: The Complete Story of the Author of Twelve Years a Slave” and “Solomon Northup’s Kindred: The Kidnapped of Free Citizens before the Civil War.” Both books will be available for purchase and signing. This event is free and open to the public. For more information stop in, call 518-885-5022 or visit, http://ballston.sals. edu. TWO TOWNS-ONE BOOK: Attention science lovers! Two Towns-One Book welcomes all ages to visit the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library any time between 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. on February 24, to particiate in multiple hands-on science explorations featuring electricity and much more. Here is your opportunity to interact with the science explained in the 2018 Community Read, Graham Moore’s “The Last Days of Night.” Experts will be on hand to answer your questions at 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. WINTER WONDERLAND: Keep the winter blues at bay and stop by one of Camp Chingachgook’s Winter Wonderland days for a free day of frosty winter fun! Lunch, programming and tours are all available. Activities include snow tubing, snow shoeing, hikes, crafts, s’mores by the campfire, hot coco and Gaga ball. The programming starts at 10 a.m. and goes until 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 17 and 24. Please call 518-6569462 to RSVP.

Sunday, Feb. 25

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Making Connections Autism Program, free for children on the autism spectrum and their families. 10 a.m. - noon, 69 Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Live entertainment with dancing and karaoke with Brrian Zapel. $5 per person. Open to the public. 7 p.m., 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. INDOOR CRAFT & GARAGE SALE: On Sunday, February 25, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. Karen’s Cupboard is back with lots of homemade goodies. Admission is free with over 40 vendors. All proceeds go to local charities. Call Linda at 518289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s) for the next sale on March 25. LONGFELLOW’S WEDDING SHOW: The Longfellow’s Wedding Show features over 40 wedding professionals, hors d’oeuvres and door prizes. Prizes include A wedding shower for up to 20 guests, courtesy of Longfellows Restaurant and A Wedding Prize Package including a $250 gift certificate courtesy of Simply Sidney, a one-hour couple’s location photo session with files and one 11” x 14” print provided by George Laing Photography, a $250 gift basket from Bed Bath & Beyond, and a 5-hour photobooth for your wedding courtesy of Events by Cool Cat. Complimentary admission. Register online at LongfellowsWeddingShow.com or call 518-4060505. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., 500 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Attendees can register for the Wedding Workshop Breakfast before the show at the Inn at Longfellows. The cost is $23 per person. Space is limited. For reservations and information, call 518-406-0505. MID-WINTER CONCERT: Shenendehowa Neighbors Connecting presents the Delmarians in a Mid-Winter Concert on February 25 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library. Please come and enjoy Songs from the Old West and Songs of the Sea with your friends and neighbors, and learn about a “village in development“for thecommunity. MOSS ART WORKSHOP: Get a jump start on the greening of spring by creating a piece of art from living green materials offered up by Revibe Studio of Schuylerville. The Fort Miller Meeting House hosts a oneday workshop on creating individual pieces of moss art. The class will be taught by Demecia Lloyd, owner of Revibe, on Sunday, February 25 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Fort Miller Meeting House on Fort Miller Road located in Fort Edward. No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided. The cost is $20 and class size is limited to 12 participants so sign up early by emailing kcnc12@gmail. com. SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Mineral Springs Tour, 11 a.m. Join a docent on a guided mineral springs tour to learn about the history, geology and lore surrounding our special waters. No registration necessary. This is a free event. Snowshoe Hike, 2 p.m. Join a naturalist on a two-mile guided snowshoe hike through some of the most picturesque areas of the park. No registration necessary. This is a free event. Please use the southern Route 50 entrance to enter the park for either event. Take your second left onto Geyser Loop Road to reach the classroom. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY CONCERT: Join the Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, on Sunday, February 25, at 2 p.m. for a “Fantasy Flute Afternoon.” Flutist Melanie Chirignan and pianist Michael Clement will perform an eclectic program of sonatas ranging from the Baroque, Romantic, and Post-Classical periods, by Bach, Poulenc, and Prokofiev. The program will be book marked by seductive dances including Ravel’s Piece en Formed de habanera, and Piazzolla’s Libertango. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-2747071 or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. UKRAINIAN HOLODOMOR FILM: The Capital District Holodomor Commemoration Committee will host a fundraiser showing of “Bitter Harvest,” a movie about a Ukrainian Family during the Holodomor/Ukrainian Genocide, on Sunday, February 25, at 3 p.m. at the Watervliet Ukrainian American Club at 25th & 5th streets. Refreshments will be served. Suggested donation: $10 per person, $20 per family. All proceeds will go to cover expenses of hosting the traveling Holodomor display and to hold exhibits at local colleges and libraries.

Monday, Feb. 26

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: Monday activities: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Chorus; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Stretch & fit, exercise. 1 p.m., Movie Matinee. Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Call 518885-6740 or visit www. ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Monday activities include chess, checkers and backgammon; tap intermediate; jazz dance; chair yoga; discussion group, clogging; quilting; 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. GALWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY: A Humanities NY reading and discussion program with the theme “Votes for Women” begins at the Galway Public Library, 5264 Sacandaga Road, this month and continues through June. The February 26 reading is “Sex Wars: A Novel of Gilded Age New York,” by Marge Piercy. Each session will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Books are available for participants to check out from the library. The program is free and open to the public. Preregistration is required: call 518-882-6385. For moore information visit www. galwaypubliclibrary.org. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Ages 11+ are invited to visit the library on Monday, February 26, at 6:30 p.m. and make slime. Please call 518-664-4646 to register for this free program.190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: In “Healthy Habits for a Healthier You,” Shannon Lawler of the Alzheimer’s Association will discuss the health of the brain and how to use current research on diet, nutrition, exercise, and cognitive activity and social engagement as hands-on tools for healthy aging. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. 1 p.m., 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. SKIDMORE FLUTE RECITAL: 5:30 p.m., Zankel Music Center, ELM. For more information call 518580-5320. TANG ACCELERATOR SERIES: Tang Museum curator-at-large Isolde Brielmaier will moderate a discussion with contemporary artists Titus Kaphar, Karyn Olivier, and Dan Borelli about memory, monuments and public spaces. 6 p.m., Tang Museum. For more information call 518-580-8080.

Tuesday, Feb. 27

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: Tuesday activities: 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, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Call 518-885-6740 or visit www.ballstonareaseniors. com for more information. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Tuesday for Tots: It’s Magnetic, 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. 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 27 topic is “Media and 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). FOSTER PARENT MEETING: A Foster Parent Information Meeting will be held on February 27 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. FOUR TUESDAYS IN LENT: Old Saratoga Reformed Church, 48 Pearl Street, Schuylerville, will host “4 Tuesdays In Lent” from February 20 - March 13, focusing on the life and work of Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa. Bring your own lunch; beverages, cookies and fruit will be provided. The church is handicapped accessible. For more information call 518-6953479, www.facebook.com/ oldsaratogareformedchurch or www.old-saratoga.rcachurches.org. MAKING DEMOCRACY WORK: On February 27 at 6:30 p.m, the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will be presenting the second program in their “Making Democracy Work” series. “Dying to Vote in America: Countering Strategic Efforts to Suppress Voting Rights” will be held at Skidmore’s Palamountain Hall in the Gannett Auditorium. Speaker Chris Deluzio Esq. is Counsel for the Brennan Center’s Democracy Program, where he focuses on voting rights and elections. This presentation is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.lwvsaratoga.org or call Pattie Garrett at 518-4964973. 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. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Potters Point Hike, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join a Park Educator on this easily navigable and trail free parcel of the park. There will be beautiful views of the Hudson River and some neat natural wonders to explore. This is a flat, bushwhacking hike. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-7930511. Fees apply. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: In a Dunkerley Dialogue, photographer Wendy Ewald and Skidmore professor of social work Crystal Dea Moore will discuss Ewald’s conceptual photography practice in the exhibition “This Place” and beyond. 6 p.m., Tang Museum. For more information call 518-580-8080.

Wednesday, Feb. 28

ACOUSTIC BLUES OPEN MIC: This month’s featured artists are The Parlor Dogs, a diverse repertoire of music, blues and countrybass and vocals from the Prohibition era of the 1920;s and 1930’s. Hosted by NYS Blues Hall of Fame inductee Sonny Speed for SABS. Sign-Up: 7 p.m., Opening Set 7:30 p.m., Café Lena – 33 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. Admission $5. BAKED HAM/CHICKEN & BISCUITS: Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Baked Ham/Chicken & Biscuits dinner 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 518-5842585 for more information. 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: 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. 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. 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 28, there will be a STEM Lab for kindergarteners, “Exploring the States of Matter Using Temperature.” To learn more about STEM Lab Days or Division Street Elementary School, please contact Dr. Greer E. Miller, Principal, at 518-583-4794. INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE: The first mention of hospitality in the Bible is when Abraham welcomed the strangers at Mamre. As the father of three faith traditions, Abraham’s gift for hospitality has influenced the cultures and traditions we share today. Guests will be invited to share their own traditional or personal stories related to the theme or to simply come to listen. An optional vegetarian pot luck dinner will begin with prayer at 6:15 p.m. Storytelling will follow from 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dominican Retreat and Conference Center, 1945 Troy-Schenectady Road, Schenectady. Free and open to the public. LENTEN LUNCH SERIES: The Village churches of Ballston Spa (Alliance, Baptist, Episcopal, Methodist & Presbyterian) will hold an ecumenical Lenten lunch series entitled “What Jesus Did for Us on the Cross” on Wednesdays during Lent (February 28 – March 28) from noon -12:50 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 15 W. High Street, Ballston Spa. All are welcome each week to share in a free meal and hear a brief reflection led by the village clergy. 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. LOWER CANADA REBELLION: La Fédération Franco-Américaine du NY, will give a presentation on “The Rebellion of 18371838 in Lower Canada” on Wednesday, February 28. Bernard Ouimet, President of La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du NY and a native of Quebec, will speak about Lower Canada against the British. Come and learn about the reasons for the rebellion, the taking of arms, the outcome, and the legal repercussions. The presentation is free and open to the public. 7 p.m., Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, Clifton Park. Register online at www.cphlibrary.org (go to Calendar of Events to register), in person, or by calling 518-371-8622. MALTA MEMORIES HISTORIC GROUP: The Malta Memories Historic Group is sponsoring a program on the history of Saratoga on Wednesday, February 28, at 7 p.m. at the Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Avenue Extension (off Route 9). The presentation is a general overview of the history of our county from prehistoric times to present day. The power point program was prepared by County Historian Lauren Roberts. All are welcome. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Friends of MDPL meets the last Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Also at 6 p.m., the library hosts a WellSpring presentation for teens and their parents or loved ones about dating violence and relationship abuse. This is an interactive and experiential program to learn about the warning signs of dating violence and highlights ways to protect yourself. Please call 518664-4646 to register. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu. PURIM CELEBRATION: Congregation Shaara Tfille and The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, located at 84 Weibel Avenue, will celebrate Purim on Wednesday, February 28. at 6 p.m. with a deli dinner and plenty of hamantashen. The Megillah Reading will follow at 6:45 p.m. The cost is $10 per adult and $5 for children under 13. People are encouraged to come dressed in costume. Open to the entire community, for more information or to RSVP, please call 518-5842370 or saratogajcc@albany. twcbc.com. PURIM UNDER THE SEA: “Purim under the sea” is Chabad of Saratoga Springs’ creative twist to this year’s community Purim celebration, which will be held at 130 Circular Street on Wednesday Feburaury 28 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. The event will feature arts and crafts, entertainement, Bowey the Magical Clown and ballon sculptures as well as a fishy purim dinner. Participants will enjoy an interactive Megillah reading In addition, the celebration will feature gragger making, and arts and crafts. In the spirit of Purim, participants are encouraged to come in costume and join the prize competition for the most innovative or funny costumes. All are welcome, regardless of Jewish affiliation or background. A suggested donation of $10 will help cover expenses. For more on Purim’s history, observances and meaning, please visit http://www. chabad.org/purim. SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK AUDABON SOCIETY: A program titled “Coyote Ecology in the Northeast” will be presented by DEC Regional Wildlife Manager Paul Jensen on Wednesday, February 28 at 7 p.m. in the Christine McDonald Community Room at the Crandall Public Library in Glens Falls. This program is sponsored by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society and is free and open to the public.