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Saturday, May 5
ANTIQUE QUILTS OF UPSTATE NY: A Trunk Show discussion of the quilts made in upstate New York over the last 200 years, including regional patterns, quilting styles, and trends. Presented with demonsrations by a quilt guild of the Capital Region. 1 p.m., Huxley Theater, New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany.
AURIEL CAMERATA: Auriel Camerata presents the final program of the 2017-2018 Season, featuring the monumental German Requiem by Johannes Brahms. This masterpiece will be performed with the largest Auriel ensemble to date, featuring soloists Carla Fisk and Woodrow Bynum and pianists Michael Clement and Noah Palmer. 7:30 p.m., Church of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Saratoga Road, Glenville. Tickets: $25 Adults, $15 Students with ID.
BALLSTON LAKE CLEANUP: The Annual Ballston Lake Clean Up Day is set for Saturday, May 5. The project involves doing a clean sweep of winter trash on local roadways in the hamlet of Ballston Lake and its environs. Participants are urged to wear gloves and closed toed shoes. Volunteers can pick up their street assignments, and receive free tee shirts, refreshments and trash bags from 8 a.m. through 11 a.m. at the Ballston Lake Fire House on May 5.
BENEFIT BOOK FAIR: Shop a book fair at the Wilton Square Barnes & Noble, 3029 State Route 50, Saratoga Springs, to benefit the Academy for Lifelong Learning with a portion of the proceeds from your purchases going to A.L.L. Stop by the Academy tables for a voucher to give to the cashier when checking out. Grab a free raffle ticket for a $25 gift card to B&N. You can also make purchases online at www.bn.com/bookfairs from May 5-10. Please use book fair ID# 12313573 for all online purchases. Share the news with friends and family and shop B&N on May 5. For more Academy information, go to www.esc.edu/all. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: “Step Right Up!” with Circus Smirkus, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org.
CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA: St Edward’s Catholic Church of Clifton Park Hispanic Apostolate and the Knights of Columbus Council 11064 will hold a Cinco De Mayo Fiesta after the 4 p.m. Mass on Saturday, May 5. The Mass will be a joint Spanish –English celebration preceded by a procession to introduce the Madonna and Christ child statue from the old church into the new church. The Knights of Columbus color guard will participate. Grade school aged children are encouraged to join in the procession. The Fiesta will have games for the kids, an authentic Latin meal, and traditional music and dancing. All proceeds raised will be donated to Immigration Services of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany. Meal tickets will be available after Mass and will be $10 per adult, $7 per child (6 to 15), and free for children 5 years and younger. For further information: Contact Ed Wollyung at 518-371-1719.
DERBY PARTY: This Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame features delicious samplings of local brews and spirits, as well as signature Kentucky inspired dishes from local restaurants— over 20 participating vendors. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress, as an award for the most fashionable Derby attire will be presented. Also, there’s always a chance to win with our race-day inspired 50⁄50 raffle and silent auction. 3:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Advance tickets range from $30 - $100, with groups of four for $180. There will be no tickets available at the door. Get tickets at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/thederby-party-2018-registration-42422315287. EMPIRE STATE YOUTH ORCHESTRA: A concert featuring the repertory and string orchestras features Lois Lyman Concerto Competition runner-up Jodi Dunn, violin, performing a movement from the Bruch Concerto #1. 3 p.m., Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College. For ticket information call 518-3827581 or go to www.esyo.org. FREE COMIC BOOK DAY: Stop at the Schuylerville Public Library starting at 10 a.m. and pick up your free comic book while they last. Enjoy trivia, make your own comic books craft, and classic cartoon viewing. Don’t forget your cosplay!52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information.
GRANT COTTAGE: Help prepare the Grant Cottage Historical Site in Wilton for the upcoming season on I Love My Park Day by raking leaves, removing mulch, placing pea gravel, organizing the gift shop and cleaning the visitor center from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. Please bring garden gloves and rakes. Sign up at https://ptny.wufoo. com/forms/zzs5hpu0r41tjb/.
HORSEMANSHIP CLINIC: Billy Smith’s in-depth understanding of horses and horsemanship, along with a common sense approach to teaching, builds the foundation, understanding and confidence to be successful in any discipline. Smith holds a Horsemanship Clinic on May 5 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Long Shadows Farm, 84 Dr. Brown Lane in Cambridge. Limited to eight horses. $150 includes lunch. Auditors are welcome for $25, juniors for free. Call 518-858-1595 or email billysmithhorsemanship@gmail.com for more information.
I LOVE MY PARK DAY: Volunteer in this exciting event to help improve and enhance our local Moreau Lake State Park. Variety of projects for all ages. Refreshments and lunch provided. Register at www. ptny.org/ilovemypark for this event on Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Please check in at the contact station at the entrance to the park and park at the beach parking lot.
LOVE SARATOGA: On Saturday, May 5, New Life Fellowship will host their 2nd annual Love Saratoga community day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 51 Old Gick Road in Saratoga Springs. It will be an afternoon of family fun and feature some great activities and community services, including safety demonstrations from the Saratoga County Sheriffs department and Maple Avenue fire department, free haircuts, a free car wash, and food boxes. The Taste of Saratoga raffle will benefit floydwarriors.com, a local non-profit that provides everyday help for families battling cancer. There will also be a petting zoo, bounce houses, great food, live music, and
much more. Free and open to the community. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Children’s Paint A Pic – Ages 5+ paint a canvas of their choice. Registration Required. 11:30 a.m., 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. 518664-4646;fax 518-6648641;http://mechanicville. sals.edu. NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: 2018 Expressions Juried Art Show Reception, May 5 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the Shirt Factory Gallery, Suite 120, 71 Lawrence Street, Glens Falls. Refreshments will be provided. Awards at 6 p.m.For more information, please email info@ northcountryarts.org or visit NorthCountryARTS.org. NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: #1 New York Times bestselling children’s book author Mike Lupica will share his exciting new chapter book series, the Zach and Zoe Mysteries featuring his trademark sports action and heart - and a lovable twin brother-sister duo who solve sports-related mysteries. 2 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. REPAIR CAFE VOLUNTEER MEETING: Sustainable Saratoga and the Saratoga Springs Public Library are bringing the repair movement to Saratoga by starting a Repair Café - a free community event dedicated to repairing broken objects to extend their life, keeping things out of landfills, and fostering an appreciation for the art of repairing things. They’re looking for volunteers who are handy at fixing things: electrical appliances, lamps, textiles, toys, instruments, etc. An information session for interested volunteer coaches will take place on Saturday, May 5, from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. in the Susman Room of the Saratoga Springs Public Library. Check out http:// www.sustainablesaratoga. org/projects/zero-waste/repair-cafe-saratoga-springs/ or email info@sustainablesaratoga.org to learn more. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET: In honor of the new season and the Farmers Market’s 40th anniversary, there will be a special ceremony at 9 a.m. to hang a plaque on the High Rock Park pavilion. The market day will include children’s activities, live music, special guest, and 70+ local farms and producers from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more information visit https:// www.facebook.com/events/ 369456620219727/. SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER: A Silent Auction scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 5, at Grace Church, 34 Third Street, Waterford, will benefit a Send a Kid to Camp Fund. Proceeds will enable the Episcopal parish’s King’s Kids Sunday School and Nursery to send children to attend Beaver Cross summer camp. Take a chance on winning some great items and enjoy a fun time with family and friends. Soup and grilled cheese sandwiches will also be available for purchase. Drawings will begin at 2:30 p.m. For more information, contact Deb Dooris at 518-892-3896. VENDOR/CRAFT FAIR: The Ballston Spa Elks Lodge Vendor/Craft Fair will be held on May 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.at 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. There will be thirty different direct-sell vendors and crafters for your shopping pleasure. A basket raffle will be available as well and all proceeds from the event will go to Wreaths Across America. For more information please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-791-8013. VOLKSWALK: This group walk starts at Saratoga National Historical Park, 648 Route 32, Stillwater, at 10 a.m. Registration for each event starts ½ hour before the walk; the cost is $2.
Sunday, May 6
BREAKFAST BUFFET: Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 serves a Breakfast Buffet from 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Donation requested: Adults $9, Seniors/ Military $8, Children 5-12 $7, under 5 free. Takeouts $9. Call 518-584-2585 for more information. BREAKFAST BUFFET: All you Can Eat Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., K of C Hall, 76 Grace Street, Waterford. $8 adult, $4 children. Take a chance to win the 50⁄50 drawing. Each paid breakfast ticket also enters you in a chance to win a free breakfast at a later date. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Creation Station, 12:30 p.m. Discover and create art using different mediums and techniques. For ages 2 and up. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org. PASTA & PUCCINI: This year’s Pasta & Puccini benefit gala for Opera Saratoga will offer you the atmosphere of an historic property, Wolfert’s Roost, a name given to the 120 Van Rensselaer Boulevard, Albany estate of Governor David B. Hill in 1892. The evening’s entertainment will feature arias and scenes from your favorite Italian operas, as well as a preview of music from Opera Saratoga’s upcoming Summer Festival. Three of the country’s most exciting singers, all members of the 2018 Young Artist Program at Opera Saratoga, will perform throughout the evening under the musical direction of Sara Chiesa. Tickets $95 ($15 is tax deductible). The reservation deadline is April 27. Make your reservation at https://pastaandpuccini2018.brownpapertickets. com/. SPRING CONCERT: A Spring Concert will be held at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 4 Grove Street, Schuylerville on Sunday, May 6. beginning at 4 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Violinist Tania Susi, of Saratoga Springs, along with her daughters, Sonia and Eden on violin and Juliette on cello, will be offering beautiful string ensemble music. Also featured on the program will be baritone John Alecci. Douglas Bischoff, organist at St. Stephen’s will accompany the musicians. Coffee and cake will be available in the Parish Hall before the concert, and a post-concert reception will be held in the Parish Hall. The concert celebrates the 150th anniversary of St. Stephen’s Parish with songs of Stephen Foster and hymns that were popular at the time of the church’s founding in 1868. Donations for the music ministry program at St. Stephen’s will be gratefully appreciated. SUNDAY MEDITATION: Cultivating compassion & wisdom. Sunday morning meditation 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. at One Big Roof, 538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Health & Wellness Building (across from the Maple Avenue Middle School, just off Route 50). By donation. No experience necessary. All are welcome.
Monday, May 7
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY: American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 will hold their monthly meeting Monday,, May 7 at 7 p.m .at the post home, 23 Pleasant Street , Ballston Spa. 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. BEGINNERS’ LINE DANCING: Ballston Spa Elks’ Lodge will have beginners line dancing every Monday night at 7 p..m. Instructors from Kevin Richards will teach the dances. A portion of the $10 weekly fee at the door goes to Wreaths Across America. For more information, please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-7918013. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Bocce season begins on Monday, May 7, and will be held every Monday & Wednesday at 10 a.m. (weather permitting) at the bocce courts behind the Senior Center. Basic Computer Skills with Bob Stromberg, 10 a.m. - noon. 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 518-383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Advisory Group, 6:30 p.m. Ages 11+ are invited to the Library to assist the library both in developing and implementing programs which serve local teens. No registration is required. Summer Wreath Workshop, 6:30 p.m. This project is suitable for older children as well as adults. (Hot glue guns will be used!) The fee for this project is $5 and is payable the night of the event, but prior registration is necessary. Mechanicville District Public Library 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518-664-4646 for more information. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Meandering Mondays, 10 a.m. Rated: Beginner. This is the first of a series to get out and go hiking. It’s an easy, flat and short route along the Mud Pond Trail that still has some exciting scenery. Please call the park office at 518-7930511 with 24-hour advanced notice to reserve a spot. All are welcome. Adults 62 and under are $2. Children and seniors are $1. We will meet and check in at the office. SARATOGA RETIRED TEACHERS: Saratoga Retired Teachers will meet on Monday, May 7, at noon at Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Rte. 9P), Saratoga Springs. Prospective members, please call 518-587-5356 for membership information and luncheon reservations. SENIOR SCIENCE DAY: Come explore miSci, the Museum of Innovation and-Science, on a quiet afternoon, then join the Dudley Observatory for an exciting presentation on the Cassini spacecraft’s exploration of Saturn, presented by Outreach Astronomer Dr. Valerie Rapson. 3 p.m., 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Cost: Senior Admission to miSci ($10.50 adult, $9 senior 65+), Free for miSci members. You need not be a senior citizen to attend.