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Saturday, June 2 CASANA T HOUSE:

When tragedy strikes our lives, how do we find the strength within ourselves to go on? Psychologist and author Claudia Coenen confronted this question head-on when she unexpectedly lost her husband. Pouring her grief first into creative outlets such as writing, visual art, and dance, she then turned to humanistic psychology and developed methods to deal with the trauma of personal loss. On Saturday, June 2nd, Coenen will read from her new book Shattered by Grief: Picking Up the Pieces to Become WHOLE Again, and explore her transpersonal, holistic approach to healing from grief. Free reading and talk, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 2633 State Route 23, Hillsdale. Please call 518.325.6105 or email info@ casanatea.com with questions.

CHICKEN BBQ:

Bacon Hill Reformed Church will have a Chicken BBQ on Saturday, June 2. Servings are 4:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Adults $12, children 12 & under $6. Takeouts available. For reservations call Jennifer Thomas at 518695-6116 Menu: ½ chicken, baked potato, bake beans, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pie and beverage. The church at 560 NY 32 in Schuylerville is handicapped-accessible.

DANGEROUS FRONTIER:

Danger lurks at every corner as skilled artisans practice their crafts, boats drift down the Mohawk, and militiamen prepare for a climactic battle. Travel back to the tumultuous year of 1759 as the Mabee Farm is transformed into an outpost on the Mohawk frontier during the French and Indian War. Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Mabee Farm, 1100 Main Street, Rotterdam Junction. $10 per car.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS:

On Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be a New York State approved Defensive Driving Class. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. The class will be held at First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. Fee $35;bring a friend for $30 each. A portion of the fee goes to First Baptist Church. Registration is requierd; space is limited. Call Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788.

FIRST SATURDAY:

Christ’s Cupboard of The First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa will be offering First Saturday morning hours, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m., beginning June 2. This offering on the First Saturday of the month will be in addition to the current hours of first and third Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. and every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at 202 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa.

GARDEN EDUCATION EVENT:

The regular Friends of the Clifton Park - Halfmoon Library Plant Swap and Sale has been cancelled thi year in support of regional efforts to contain the invasive Asian Earthworm. Instead, join the Friends at the same time, from 10 a.m. - noon, for a Garden Education Event in the spirit of National Garden Week. Gardening books and magazines will be sold and swapped in the Library conference room. In Program Room C Master Gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension will answer your lawn and garden questions and accept soil samples for testing for $1 each. Learn more about the Asian Earthworm and other invasive species at this event. For more information, email Susan at geoteach98@aol.com.

HEARTS FOR THE ARTS:

The Adirondack Folk School’s 9th Annual Hearts for the Arts dinner and silent auction will be held on Saturday evening, June 2, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Lake George Holiday Inn Resort. Enjoy the music of Jukebox Jim, a cash bar hors d’oeuvres hour, a plated 3-course dinner and the finest silent auction in the region. Join in honoring Mr. Jesse Jackson of Look Media, this year’s Patron of the Arts Award recipient. Dress is business casual and ticket prices are $65 for AFS members and $75 for not yet members. Please call the school at 518-696-2400 to make your dinner selection and a required reservation for this fun evening no later than May 24.

MALTA RIDGE UMC INDOOR YARD SALE:

The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold an indoor yard and bake sale on Friday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Church located at 729 Malta Avenue Extension, in Malta Ridge. An ala carte lunch, featuring hot dogs, Nellie’s beans, chips and a beverage will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday only.For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

MALTA WALKWAY OF HONOR:

The Malta Veteran Appreciation Program unveils the Walkway of Honor at a memorial brick dedication ceremony at 1 p.m. at Malta Town Hall on Route 9. Call 518-5778863 for more information or email MaltaVETS@gmail.com.

OBSTACLE COURSE CHALLENGE:

Kids, teens and adults will lace up to run, scramble over hay bales, jump hurdles and trudge their way through muddy trenches at The Prevention Council’s 7th Annual TUFF eNUFF Obstacle Course Challenge. The Kids’ Race is a 1-mile muddy course, and there is a 5K for teens and adults. 8 a.m., BOCES Center, Henning Road, Saratoga Springs. For more information and to pre-register, visit www.FunishRight.com. Day-of registration is also available.

PLANT SALE:

The Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs is sponsoring a sale of herbs, perennials and more for the garden on Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the corner of Bryan St. and East Ave. just off North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. There will be many varieties suited for zone 4 and other gardening items.

RIUNIONE DEI GIOVANI:

This free program for young people of high school and college age is an opportunity to gain increased knowledge of and greater appreciation for the contributions of Italians to the fabric of America. The program includes a short video and discussion about Italian heritage; tour of the Museum; tasting, and discussion of Italian cuisine; game of bocce or, if it rains, Tombola - Italian bingo; family history workshop; and lunch (pizza, soda, water, and Italian desserts). The program will take place on June 2 from 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. on the campus of the American Italian Heritage Association and Museum at 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis upon receipt of a completed registration form, which are available for download at www.americanitalianmuseum. org or by calling the Museum at 518-435-1979.

SARATOGA FILM FORUM:

“Oh Lucy” (in Japanese with English subtitles), 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs. Members and students $8, general public $10. For more information visit www.SaratogaFilmForum.org.

SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET:

9 a.m. – 1 p.m., High Rock Park Pavil-

ions. Live music by Running the River and a free children’s activity with the Developing Minds Center. Approximately 70 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from May through October. See http://www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/ saturday-market-vendorshigh-rock-park-2018/ for a complete vendor list. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Friends’ Book sale, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. SPRING CRAFT FAIR: The Milton Eagles Women’s Auxiliary presents the annual Spring Craft Fair/Vendor Fair on Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Geyser Road Fire Station, 520 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa. VOLKSWALK CAROGA LAKE: Group walk begins at 9:30 a.m. from the Caroga Town Hall, 1840 NY-10, Caroga Lake. Registration starts ½ hour prior to the walk and the cost is $2. Further information is available at www.walkescv.org. WALK FOR ANIMALS: H.O.P.E.’s 15th annual Walk For the animals starts at 10 a.m. at Congress Park on Broadway in Saratoga Springs. Prizes awarded; free gifts, refreshments and photos for each registered walker and dog. To register go to hopeanimalrescue.org. WASHINGTON COUNTY IBA: Join FIBA Executive Director Laurie LaFond and avid birder Rich Speidel for a private preview of the 64 acres they’re working to purchase near the Alfred Z. Solomon Grassland Bird Viewing Area. Likely sightings include Northern harriers, American kestrels, Eastern meadowlarks, Bobolinks, Savannah sparrows, Red-tailed hawks and dozens more; Grasshopper sparrow and Upland sandpiper possible. The visit will include the nearby NYS DEC Wildlife Management Area (WMA) if time permits. Meeting Time 7:30 a.m. Call Rich to register at 518-6232587. Free to Members, $10 Non-members. Visit www. ibafriends.org for more details.

Sunday, June 3

BLUE WAVE VOLUNTEER FAIR: Saratoga Progressive Action, a grassroots Indivisible group, will host a “Blue Wave” Campaign Volunteering Fair on Sunda,y June 3,, from 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., in the Saratoga Springs Library Dutcher community room. The fair will be preceded by the Saratoga Progressive Action planning meeting from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. While Saratoga Progressive Action has not endorsed any candidates, it has invited various campaigns to set up informational tables about their candidates, & sign up volunteers. RSVPS are requested to: https:// www.facebook.com/events/ 201642547295641/ & http://act.indivisible.org/ event/attend-local-actions/14037. 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; children under 4 free. 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. BUSK!: On Sunday, June 3, from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., the Orchard Project will partner with Saratoga Hospital to host its Second Annual BUSK! In Saratoga’s Congress Park, a spontaneous, outrageous, family-friendly event showcasing worldclass performers alongside local talent. Proceeds from the 2018 BUSK! event will support emergency medical services at Saratoga Hospital and increase awareness for the importance of pediatric emergency care. BUSK! aims to offer something to everyone. Performers will include spectacular circus artists, stunt performers, magicians, and bands. All Orchard Project events are free for donating members and their guests. For more information about becoming a member, visit orchardproject.com or call 646-7606767. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Creation Station, 12:30 p.m. for ages 2 and up. Discover and create art using different mediums and techniques. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org. CHORAL CONCERT: The Clifton Park Community Chorus with members of the Mohawk Valley Chorus present “The American Experience,” a collection of music that spans time and genre to capture a glimpse of the tunes that form the background of our lives. 3 p.m., St. Edward the Confessor Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Rd, Clifton Park. Admission is free, however, a freewill donation for the Schenectady City Mission will be gratefully accepted. DANGEROUS FRONTIER: Danger lurks at every corner as skilled artisans practice their crafts, boats drift down the Mohawk, and militiamen prepare for a climactic battle. Travel back to the tumultuous year of 1759 as the Mabee Farm is transformed into an outpost on the Mohawk frontier during the French and Indian War. Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Mabee Farm, 1100 Main Street, Rotterdam Junction. $10 per car. DOCUMENTARY FILM SCREENING: “Reluctant Raidcal” is a compelling story of a man’s action to counter the threats posed by climate change. 7 p.m., UU Congregation - 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Free admission. For more information call Eric Lawson at 518-587-0403. ORIENTAL SHRINERS’ BASKET RAFFLE: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting the 4th Annual Oriental Shriner’s Basket Raffle on June 3 from noon to 3 p.m. There will be many different baskets for a chance to win and several special raffles as well. Reserved seating is $10 and $12 at the door the day of the event. Proceeds from the benefit are for the Oriental Shriners. To reserve a seat please contact Leslie Abraham at 518-642-9404 or Linda Trasacco at 518321-6119. POTTERS GROVE TABERNACLE: 4Ever1,6 p.m. Admission by free will offering. SARATOGA FILM FORUM: “Oh Lucy” (in Japanese with English subtitles), 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs. Members and students $8, general public $10. For more information visit www.SaratogaFilmForum.org. SARATOGA JEWISH CULTURAL FESTIVAL: The Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival, a six congregation collaboration of Skidmore Office for Jewish Student Life, Chabad of Saratoga Springs, Chabad of Clifton Park, Congregation Beth Shalom, Congregation Shaara Tfille, and Temple Sinai, returns to the Saratoga region for its seventh season. At the 10th Annual Jewish Women’s Gala, enjoy a gourmet buffet brunch, silent auction, realize your inner beauty and join in song with Rus Devorah Wallen and other local artists as they sing soulful, timeless prayers/tunes. 11 a.m., Hyatt Place, Malta. Couvert $20/$25. RSVP at 518-495-0779. Visit cliftonparkchabad.com for more information. SCHOHARIE CROSSING: Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will host musicians Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudle as they present: “Poetry Songs and History Songs” on Sunday, June 3, at 4 p.m. Gibson’s History Song series portrays the life of the American Settlers during the Revolution in upstate New York through her original songs. This event is free and perfect for families. For information about this event or more, please call the Visitor Center at (518) 829-7516 or email SchoharieCrossing@parks.ny.gov. SHARING THE JOURNEY: Nonprofit charitable hospice home Gateway House of Peace invites community members to their annual Sharing the Journey Motorcycle Charity Ride on Sunday June 3, (rain date June 10). The event begins and ends at the Factory Eatery in Ballston Spa. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with kick stands up at 11 a.m. Continental breakfast, lunch, and live entertainment by Shades of Gray are included. Raffle items and T-shirts will also be on sale. Tickets are $20 per rider/$10 per passenger. Attendance at the After Party only is $10. Tickets available at the event or via the website gatewayhouseofpeace.org. For more event information contact Bill Pearson at 518587-5109. 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. THANK YOU FUN DAY: The Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park invite the community to our “Thank You Fun Day” to celebrate the successful fund-raising effort and New York State grant that will allow four new clay tennis courts to be installed at the park this summer. Bobby Dick and Susie Q will be performing. Fitzy’s Fork in the Road and Mr. Grasso’s Food trucks will have food available for purchase. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Saratoga Spa State Park tennis courts. VINTAGE FISHING TACKLE APPRAISAL: Is your vintage fishing tackle worth something ~ or not? Find out for free at the Antiques Market Place on Sunday, June 3, from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. as Henry Caldwell, owner of Black Bass Antiques in Bolton Landing and a widely recognized expert in his field, does the appraisals. The event will include an informal look at pieces from his own collection and inventory ~ virtually everything from vintage Old Town canoes to antique working decoys to early outboard motors. There will be a limit of two items for appraisal per person. The Antiques Market Place is located at 650 Rte. 149, Lake George, just minutes from the Lake George Outlets. Call 518798-0010 for more information. WILDLIFE FESTIVAL: On Sunday, June 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be hosting a Wildlife Festival at Historic Camp Saratoga on Scout Road in Gansevoort. The event will feature Karner blue butterfly walks, live animal programs, nature crafts, pond exploration, and hands-on fun. The first brood of the Karner blue butterflies and the blooming of the wild blue lupine should be at their peak. Activities will take place throughout Camp Saratoga to encourage people to get out and explore the trail system. The Wildlife Festival is a registered National Trails Day event. All activities are offered free to the public. For more information please call the Preserve & Park office at 450-0321 or visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org. A WOMAN’S PLACE: Did you live in or near Athol NY between 1972 and 1984? Do you remember a women’s retreat called “A Woman’s Place”, located on property formerly known as Moose Mountain Lodge? Join author Lorraine Duvall on June 3 from 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Thurman Town Hall as she discusses her research on the history of thisintentional community. Duvall will be especially interested in hearing memories of those in attendance at the gathering. Bring your reminiscences, photos and/or questions for this informal discussion. The town hall is located at 311 Athol Rd., Athol.

Monday, June 4

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY: Henry Cornell Post 234,American Legion Auxiliary, will hold their monthly meeting on June 4, at 7 p.m. at the post on 23 Pleasant Street , Ballston Spa. Installation of officers for next year will take place. 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. MALTA TOWN BOARD: The Town Board of the Town of Malta will hold a Route 9 North Rezoning workshop on Monday, June 4, at 5:30 p.m., prior to the regular 6 p.m. Town Board Meeting, in the Malta Town Hall main meeting room, 2540 Route 9. The workshop is open to the public. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m., 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. Call 518-664-4646 for more information. MECHANICVILLE LIBRARY FARMERS’ MARKET: The Mechanicville District Public Library partners with local farmers, makers and organizations to provide an alternative place for neighboring residents to shop for healthy foods and handmade goods and support the local economy. Shoppers can look forward to familiar faces from 2017 as well as new participants such as the Boneyard Barkery, Willow Run Suds & Scents, Earthen Gold Farms, Onda Farm and more. The Market will be open Mondays through September 24 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., rain or shine. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Bring your kids to a fun 9 a.m. birding event to see and learn as many birds as they can. Walk down to the songbird viewing blind with some binoculars and bird field guides and try to scope out the birds. Please call the park office to register for this event with 24-hour advanced notice at 518-793-0511. Each child is $1. SARATOGA RETIRED TEACHERS: Saratoga Retired Teachers will hold their last meeting of the school year on Monday, June 4, 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. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Open Art Cart, 3:30 p.m. Explore a myriad of process art methods and experience a variety of materials. This activity will feature many process art projects. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Plein Air Painting Workshop at Camp Saratoga, 9 a.m. to noon with Catherine Wagner Minnery. This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. Workshop size is limited to 12 participants so please register by calling 518-450-0321 or emailing info@wiltonpreserve.org by June 1. Monthly Preschool Nature Hour, “Butterflies,” 10:30 a.m. at Camp Saratoga. This monthly program is for the youngest explorers (ages 3-6 years old), using children’s love of nature to teach simple concepts. Adults are expected to attend. This is an outdoor program so please come dressed for the weather. There will be a short walk, do a simple nature craft, and a healthy snack

Tuesday, June 5

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. BALLSTON SPA BPA NETWORKING BREAKFAST: The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association will be sponsoring a Networking Breakfast on Tuesday, June 5, from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., hosted by Liz Kormos and Sander Bonvell at their home, 89 Hyde Boulevard. Cost for the breakfast is $5 with advance reservation—prepayment available at www. ballston.org or RSVP to info@ballston.org and pay at the door. Non-reserved walk-ins that morning are $10. Business and community members are welcome; you do not need to be a BSBPA member to attend this event. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time and craft, 11:30 a.m., 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. Call 518664-4646 for more information. PIANO RECITAL: “Images by Great Russian Composers,” works from the 19th and early 20th century performed by Dr. Gena Bedrosian. 7:30 p.m., The Beverwyck, 40 Autumn Drive, Slingerlands. Free with handicapped parking and access. For more information, call 518-482-8774. RACE AMITY DAY: Join the Baha’is of Saratoga for a short presentation and open discussion. 7 p.m., Glasby Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library. For more information, call the Baha’is of Saratoga at 518-6927694. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Movie Makers, 3:30 p.m. Come by after school to work on creating YouTube movies. Open to all school ages. Check out the Schuylerville Public Library channel on YouTube for our latest videos. Knitting Club, 6 p.m. Register at schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER: The Friends of the Galway Public Library will host a Wine Tasting on Tuesday, June 5 at the Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant in Galway. The event extends from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with dozens of domestic and imported wines. The theme is “Summer Sippers”. Wine authorities will both pour and describe the wines to attendees. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served. For those wishing a non-wine refreshment, free bottled water will be provided. Tickets are limited to 150 and are available for $30 at the door. Tickets can also be purchased in advance at the Galway Public library (www.galwaypubliclibrary.org) in Galway. The Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant (www.thecocknbull.com) is located at 5342 Parkis Mills Rd., Galway.

Wednesday, June 6

BIKE & BIKER BLESSING:9:30 a.m., St. James Green, 172 Ottowa Street, Lake George.Call 518-6682001 for more information. GALWAY LIONESS CLUB: The Galway Lioness Club Of Lions District 20-Y2 will hold their monthly dinner meeting on Wednesday, June 6, at the Galway Lions Club Building on East Street. Dinner will be held promptly at 7 p.m. The guest speakers of the evening are Past District Governor Marianne Lynch and Past District Governor Stephen Lynch of Lions District 20-Y2, who will do the Installation of Officers for the 2018-2019 Lioness Club Year. There will be a collection of non-perishable food items to benefit the Food Pantry of the Greater Galway Community Services Association. The June Lioness Club Board Meeting will be held immediately following the Dinner Meeting. Committee reports will be shared and the upcoming events will be discussed. All Lioness Members are welcome to attend and share their ideas. KARNER BLUE BUTTERFLY WALK: The endangered Karner blue butterfly has two broods every summer. The first brood should emerge late in May and the second in early July. Take a look on the Old Gick Farm Trail for adults that are searching for nectar and mates in the open meadows. The 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. walks will be cancelled if it is raining. Each walk lasts for about an hour. Please park in the lot by the Saratoga Sandplains Sign on Route 50 half a mile north of King Road. Registration is strongly encouraged. Karner Blue Butterfly Walks will be held Wednesdays through June 27. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: American Sign Language Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. All skill levels welcome. Garrett Jackson presents ‘Shielding’, Protecting Your Energy With Love, 6:30 p.m. $5 fee due at time of event. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. Call 518-664-4646 for more information. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Come explore Moreau after the sun sets. This 8 p.m. program is intended for families of all ages. Take a short hike around Moreau in the dark, looking and listening for nocturnal animals. Flashlights and/or headlamps are recommended and be sure to bring bug spray! Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event, children and seniors are $1 and adults are $2. PICTURE OF LOVE: As part of Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home’s ongoing series of educational and community events, spend an evening with Victoria O Milne, MS, as she leads participants in the art of creating a special picture collage that celebrates the life of a loved one, after loss. “A Picture of Love” will be held at Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home, 21 Midline Road, Ballston Lake, on Wednesday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. No previous experience in art or scrapbooking is necessary. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to 518-3995022 or TownleyWheelerFH@gmail.com. POETRY READING: On Wednesday, June 6 , Caffè Lena will present a poetry reading by Paul Pines. An open reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 7pm and the readings will start at 7:30 p.m. at 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. The host for the event is Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students For more information call 518-583-0022, or visit www.caffelena.org. SCF GOLF CLASSIC: Please join Saratoga Center for the Family for a wonderful morning of golf at McGregor Links on June 6, starting at 8 a.m. Your participation as a golfer and/or sponsor will go directly towards supporting the Saratoga Center for the Family. More information is available at http:// www.saratogacff.org/event/ annual-golf-classic/. For tickets, visit https://www. eventbrite.com/e/9thannual-golf-classic-tickets-43998440520. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Aquatic Story Time, 10 a.m. DIY Club: Wire Jewelry Making, 3:30 p.m. All supplies provided. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. SHAKER POINTE: On Wednesday, June 6, Shaker Pointe hosts a seminar titled “Discover How to Remain in the Place You Call Home: What Does it Mean to Age in Place?” Attendees at this free event will learn about their lifestyle options as they age, how to remain in the home of their choice and what services they need to stay safe and secure at home. Complimentary lunch

will be provided following tours of Shaker Pointe. Attendees will also receive a free planning guide. 10:30 a.m., One Bell Tower Drive, Watervliet. To learn more and RSVP, please call 518250-4900. WILTON HERITAGE SOCIETY: The Wilton Heritage Society will have their first meeting of the season on Wednesday, June 6. The Meeting House is located at 5 Parkhurst Road, Wilton. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. with a potluck supper followed by guest speaker Vince DeLuca, owner of Exit 15 Firewood at the corner of Route 50 and Jones Road. The business meeting will follow.

Thursday, June 7

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS: If you’re 55 or older, a long-time or new resident in the area and looking to meet vigorous and spirited seniors, check out the Ballston Area Senior Citizens (BASC). BASC is holding an Open House, Thursday, June 7th at the Milton Community Center, 510 Northline Road, Ballston Spa at 11:30a.m. Enjoy a pot luck lunch and meet committee chairpersons. Learn about the various programs and benefits this area senior group has to offer. Because of limited space, RSVP by Friday, June 4, to ballstonseniors@aol.com or call Barb at 518-885-4229. CHAMBER CENTENNIAL: Join the celebration at the Hall of Springs on Thursday, June 7, from 5 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Food, drinks, entertainment, and networking will be available for all those in attendance. June 7th is the exact date that the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce was founded, so join the crowd and cheers to the next century. $10 per person. Visit https:// chamber.saratoga.org/ events/details/100-yearcelebration-34037 for more information. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Science Explorers, 10:30 a.m. for all ages. Discover the different ways science is all around us. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-5845540 or visit www.cmssny. org.