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See more Calendar listings at www.saratogian.com/community. Submit items at least two weeks in advance to calendar@ saratogian.com. Wednesday, August 1 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: The Story Corner, 11 a.m. for ages 3 and up. Explore new stories on the front patio and develop early-literacy skills through multi-sensory activities, projects and crafts. Indoors during inclement weather. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Phone 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org for more information. CLTA FOUNDER’S CELEBRATION: Classic Legacy Thoroughbred Aftercare (CLTA) is a certified 501(c) (3) nonprofit in Virginia with a mission to protect the legacy of former Thoroughbred racehorses by providing a supportive quality of life with personalized rehabilitation, rehoming, and sanctuary. CLTA hosts the Founder’s Celebration & Cocktail Party on Wednesday, August 1, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs. The Founder’s Celebration will include a night of live music by Tim Ortiz, hors d’oeuvres catered by The Brook Tavern, and bottomless Virginia wine & beer—all included in the $50 entry ticket price. Proceeds from the event will go to both CLTA’s mission and that of Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare. Tickets can be purchased at the door with cash or credit card, or online through CLTA’s Facebook page. EDIBLE PLANT PROGRAM: Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site has rescheduled the edible plant program with environmental educator and author Anita Sanchez for August 1 at 6:30 p.m. Sanchez will discuss wild edible plants and there will also be samples of plants found on the grounds of the historic site. There will be wild teas to try as well. The program will meet outside the Visitor Center at 129 Schoharie Street, Fort Hunter. This Wildlife Wednesday event is free and open to the public. Donations to the Friends of Schoharie Crossing are always appreciated. HALFMOON FARMERS MARKET: The Farmers Market is located on Harris Road in the Abele Park at the Town of Halfmoon Municipal Center. The market will be open 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. every Wednesday rain or

shine through September 19. KARNER BLUE BUTTERFLY

WALK: Karner blue butterflies of the second brood have been observed at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. The most accessible trails for observing the endangered butterflies are at Camp Saratoga where the trail leaves from parking lot #1 on Scout Road. The other trails are Old Gick Farm and Fox which are accessed from parking areas off of Route 50, just north of King Road. Guided nature walks to look for butterflies will take place on Wednesdays from July 11 - August 1, at 11 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. The walks leave from the parking area for the Saratoga Sandplains Wildlife Management Area Old Gick Farm on Route 50, just under four miles past Wilton Mall. For more information about the walk and to register, please contact the Park Office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Harry Potter Paint & Sip Butter Beer, 6:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville.For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville.sals.edu. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Lake Bonita Hike, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. This fairly flat hike with a couple ups and downs travels around the new property over at Lake Bonita. This hike is about 2+ miles and has some beautiful views of the Lake. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see some lovely rock outcroppings and maybe some neat wildlife. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. OUTDOOR STORY HOUR: Under the national “Libraries Rock” initiative, the Greenwich Free Library has designed various entertaining programs for families and readers of all ages during the summer months. Building Blocks programs for pre-K children (with caretaker) include Wednesday Outdoor Story Hours, held at 10 a.m. at rotating local venues, including Hudson Crossing Park on August 1. Contact www. greenwichfreelibrary.org for more information. POETRY READING: On Wednesday, August 1, Caffè Lena will present poetry performance by Los Lorcas which includes poets Partridge Boswell

and Peter Money, along with guitarist Nat Williams. An open reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 7 p.m. 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. SARATOGA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: “Henry IV,” directed by David Girard. 6 p.m., Congress Park, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-580-5590. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET: From 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. at High Rock Park, shop with approximately 35 vendors, and enjoy an afternoon of food, fun, live music and more. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/1221085768026381/. For a complete vendor list, visit http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/wednesday-market-vendors-highrock-park-2018/. SARATOGA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Paws4Reading with Noelle, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Artists in Action: Doug Hills, Comic Book Artist, noon - 1 p.m. Karaoke Practice, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. For more information visit www.sspl.org. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: River Story Time, 10 a.m. Creator Club: DIY Bath Bombs, 3 p.m. All materials provided. If you have any plastic Easter eggs, please bring them for your molds. Extras will be available. Howard Romack’s Animals, 7 p.m. Fun for the whole family.52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. SENIOR FARMERS MKT.

COUPONS: The Saratoga County Office for the Aging Elderly Nutrition Program is currently distributing Farmers’ Market coupons to qualifying seniors: those 60 and over making up to $1,860 a month in a one-person household or $2,504 a month in a twoperson household. Coupons can be picked up at the Office for the Aging at 152 West High Street in Ballston Spa from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday – Friday (call 518-884-4100), or on August 1 from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Shelly Park Adult Community in Gansevoort. SHAKESPEARE FOR ALL: Saratoga Shakespeare’s Young Theater Professionals Company presents “Shakespeare for All.” 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Zankel Thomas Ampitheater, Skidmore College. For more

information call 518-5805590. SUMMER NATURE ARTS HOUR: Get ready to stretch your creative boundaries and see the intersection between nature and the arts. Drop-in anytime between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the pavilion located next to Delegan Pond at Camp Saratoga to create a fun and unique art project. The theme for August 1 is “Bird Houses and Feeders.” Please use Parking Lot #1 located on Scout Road directly across from Delegan Pond. Registrations are suggested. For more information, please call the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park office at 518-4500321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. UALBANY ART MUSEUM: The University at Albany Art Museum is pleased to announce the schedule of public programs to accompany the summer 2018 exhibitions. “Younger Than Today: Photographs of Children (and sometimes their mothers) by Andy Warhol,” “Mickey Mouse has grown up a Cow,” and “Triple: Alex Bradley Cohen, Louis Fratino, and Tschabalala Self” will be on view June 29 - September 15, 2018. A Curator’s Talk with Corinna Ripps Schaming will be held from noon - 1 p.m. at the museum, located on the UAlbany campus, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany. All programs are free and open to the public. VOLKSWALK: A volkswalk is a recreationally-paced, pre-mapped walk in a culturally or historically interesting area. They are planned with safety in mind, and are great opportunities for exercise and sociability. On August 1, a guided walk through Saratoga East Side starts at 9 a.m. from United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Registration for each event starts ½ hour prior to the walk and the cost is $2. Further information is available at www.walkescv.org. WEDNESDAY EVENING CHILDREN’S SERIES: The Town of Clifton Park’s Wednesday Evening Children’s Series offers hours of entertainment and fun for young children and their families. Seth and the Moody Melix perform on August 1, while parents and their children can participate in sing-a-longs, puppet theater, storytelling and comedy. 7 p.m., Clifton Commons Stage. For more information see http://cliftonpark.org/document-center/parks-recreation/2164performing-arts-flyer-2018/ file.html.

Thursday, Aug. 2

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: Thursday activities: 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.,Craft, Cards, Billiards; 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.,Lunch/bring a dish to share, meeting; 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.., Bingo. Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Call 518-885-6740 or visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. BALLSTON SPA FARMERS’ MARKET: The Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market, sponsored by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA), runs Thursdays from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon through September 29 in Wiswall Park, at the corner of Front Street and Low Street. The market features 100% locally grown produce, farm fresh agricultural products, flowers, herbs, baked goods, custom blended spices, dressings, marinades, handcrafted jewelry, and more. Updates on what is new at the market throughout the season and details about vendors, musicians and activities can be found on the Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market Facebook page. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: The Children’s Museum is teaming up with Skidmore College at 10:30 a.m. Your child will have fun participating in games and hands-on activities while learning about symbols with friends from the Developing Minds Center’s Language and Social Development Lab. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org for more information. CONCERT IN THE PARK: The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA) once again presents its free Concerts in the Park series at Wiswall Park, Front Street in the village of Ballston Spa. Ice Cream Social with the Union Fire Company Band, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn more at www.ballston.org. DELEGAN POND: Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and noon to discover the aquatic wildlife found at Delegan Pond at Camp Saratoga. Use dip nets to search for critters including frogs, salamanders, tadpoles, crayfish, and insects. Please park in Parking Lot # 1 located on Scout Road, directly across from the pond. For more information, please call the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org. GREENWICH LIBRARY WALKING FIELD TRIP: Under the national “Libraries Rock” initiative, the Greenwich Free Library has designed various entertaining programs for families and readers of all ages during the summer months. Thursday Walking Field Trips begin at 10 a.m. in front of the Library on 148 Main Street. The August 2 destination is the Greenwich Fire House. Contact www. greenwichfreelibrary.org for more information. KNEE HIGH NATURALISTS: Held at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Moreau Lake State Park, this class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. Read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping 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. KOREAN WAR VETERANS: The August meeting for Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans’ Assoc., will be held on Thursday, August 2, at 1 p.m. at the VFW home, located at the end of Veteran’s Way, off the arterial, just North of Saratoga Springs. All veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, family and friends are all invited to attend. New members are always welcome. Dues for veterans’ is $10 annually and $5 for all others. For further information or an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Roger Calkins at 518-584-3037. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Chair Yoga, 9 a.m. in the Eastern wing reading room. $5 fee. DIY Instruments with Tang Museum, 1:30 p.m. for ages 5+. Registration required. 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: Moreau Kayak Trip, 10 a.m. - noon. This wonderful summer time paddle is a fantastic way to learn a new fun way to spend time outside. The Park Naturalist will lead this beginner’s paddle around the lake pointing out signs of summer and other wonderful sights that are more enjoyable from an up-close perspective given by a kayak. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. NATIONAL COLORING BOOK DAY: National Coloring Book Day was created by Dover Publications as a way to recognize the joy coloring books bring to children and adults alike. To Celebrate National Coloring Book Day, Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site has partnered with area libraries to offer free Erie Canal Coloring Books. The free coloring books will be available while supplies last at the following libraries: The Fort Hunter Free Library on Ft. Hunter Road, Amsterdam; The Gloversville Public Library at 34 W. Fulton St., Gloversville; The Johnstown Public Library located at 38 S Market St., Johnstown; The Amsterdam Free Library at 28 Church St., Amsterdam; The Canajoharie Library on Erie Blvd., Canajoharie; and the Saratoga Springs Public Library on Henry St., Saratoga. Please check individual library hours. SARATOGA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL: Founded by parents in 1991, Saratoga Independent School is a New York State chartered private elementary school for children in pre-K through grade five. A new Middle School opens with sixth grade in fall of 2018, seventh grade in 2019 and eighth grade in 2020. SIS is currently accepting applications for all grades, PreK through Middle School.A tour for prospective students and parents will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 2. To learn more about Saratoga Independent School, please visit www. siskids.org. SARATOGA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: “Henry IV,” directed by David Girard. 6 p.m., Congress Park, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518580-5590. SARATOGA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Paws4Reading with Buck, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Hampstead Stage Company Presents “Treasure Island,” 11 a.m. - noon. Preschool Story/Art, 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Karaoke Performance, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Teen Trivia, 3 p.m. 4:30 p.m. For more information visit www.sspl.org. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Rocks Rock! Geology Club for ages 5-12, 2 p.m. Table Top Gaming, 4 p.m. Come in and meet up with other players of popular games such as Pokemon, and Munchkin, and many other games available. Escape the Library, 6 p.m. Can you solve the riddles to open the prize box? Register on the calendar at schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu for this fun “break out room” experience. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. SENIOR FARMERS MKT. COUPONS: The Saratoga County Office for the Aging Elderly Nutrition Program is currently distributing Farmers’ Market coupons to qualifying seniors: those 60 and over making up to $1,860 a month in a oneperson household or $2,504 a month in a two-person household. Coupons can be picked up at the Office for the Aging at 152 West High Street in Ballston Spa from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday – Friday (call 518-884-4100), or on August 2 at the Bishop Hubbard Apartments in Clifton Park. UPBEAT ON THE ROOF: Taina Asili and Her Band perform at 7 p.m. on the rooftop patio of the Tang Museum, Skidmore College. Rain location will be inside the museum. For more information call 518-580-8080.

Friday, Aug. 3

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Growing Up Green Garden Club, 11 a.m. for ages 2 and up. Join the museum in preparing a community garden for the season. This program introduces the art and science of gardening to children and increases their awareness of botany, outdoor recreation and nutrition. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org for more information. FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK: Free movies in Wiswall Park are back for the eleventh summer in a row, presented by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, as part of its monthly First Friday activities. The series concludes on Friday, August 3, with “Coco.” The movie is projected onto the wall of the adjacent Front Street Deli building on Front Street in the village and begins at approximately dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Movie snacks will be available, courtesy of North Star Church. For more information, visit www. ballston.org. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF RACING: Kenny Rice, an Eclipse Award-winning broadcaster who has worked for NBC Sports covering thoroughbred racing since 1999, will serve as the master of ceremonies for the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, August 3. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. at the FasigTipton sales pavilion and is open to the public and free to attend. The ceremony will also be streamed live on the Museum’s website www. racingmuseum.org. POTTERS GROVE TABERNACLE: Julian and Bonnie George perform as part of the Summer Blessing series at 6 p.m., 143 Bluebird Road, South Glens Falls. All events are by a Love Offering Gift. SARATOGA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: “Henry IV,” directed by David Girard. 6 p.m., Congress Park, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518580-5590. SARATOGA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Life is Short: Short Story Reading Group 10:30 a.m. - noon. Teen Paint and Sip Studio, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. For more information visit www. sspl.org. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Lego Club for ages 5-12, 2 p.m. Four challenges with limited Legos and time, and four chances to win. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. YARD SALE: Gateway House of Peace furniture yard sale fundraiser, August 3-4, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa. 100% of proceeds will benefit Gateway House of Peace.

Saturday, Aug. 4

ALUMNI BANQUET: Schuylerville Central School’s Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, August 4, at the American Legion on Clancy Street in Schuylerville from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Music by DJ Andy Jennings. $30 per person. Contact Pat Temple at 518-338-2329 or e-mail patty61349@yahoo.com for tickets. AURIESVILLE PILGRIMAGE: The pilgrimage to Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine on Saturday, August 4, is in memory of the first pilgrimage to the shrine, which came from St. Joseph’s Church in Troy. Meet at the shrine at 9:30 a.m. for a Traditional Latin Mass in the original chapel from 1885. The day includes the Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, Daniel Clough’s talk on “Mary’s Assumption and the Hope of Eternal Life,” a noon lunch and free time and a tour of the shrine at 1 p.m. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket since the chapel is too small to hold the faithful, and bring your own lunch. The shrine is located at 136 Shrine Rd #2, Fultonville. BALLSTON SPA FARMERS’ MARKET: The Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market, sponsored by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA), runs Thursdays from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon through September 29 in Wiswall Park, at the corner of Front Street and Low Street. The market features 100% locally grown produce, farm fresh agricultural products, flowers, herbs, baked goods, custom blended spices, dressings, marinades, handcrafted jewelry, and more. Updates on what is new at the market throughout the season and details about vendors, musicians and activities can be found on the Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market Facebook page. BIG TRUCK DAY: Join the Children’s Museum at Saratoga for their annual FUNdraiser event at Maple Avenue Middle School from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. This hands-on event provides the opportunity for kids to see, touch and explore their favorite trucks. Admission $5 per child, $2 adults. The Museum at 69 Caroline Street will be closed today. Call 518584-5540 or visit cmssny. org for more information. JANE AUSTEN AT HYDE HALL: Jane Austen admirers are invited to visit Hyde Hall near Cooperstown for a fun summer event that raises funds for this wonderful museum. Visit on August 4 for dinner, drinks, music, and dancing high on the bluff overlooking Otsego Lake. Especially welcome are Regency-era ladies and gentlemen in period attire and all those who wish to admire them. Start your evening with a mansion tour, dine with friends with glorious lake views all around, and bid at silent and live auctions for real treasure. For further information visit https://hydehall.org/event/ hyde-hall-summer-galajane-austen-pays-a-call-tohyde-hall/ or call 607-5475098 Ext 8. SARATOGA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: “Henry IV,” directed by David Girard. 6 p.m., Congress Park, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518580-5590. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS’ MARKET: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., High Rock Park Pavilions, Saratoga Springs. Approximately 70 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from May through October.See http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratogafarmers-market-vendors/ for a complete list. SATURDAY MORNING STORY TIME: On Saturday mornings through August 4, Pitney Meadows Community Gardens,223 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, will host an old-fashioned story time for children, followed by a hands-on, garden-related activity. Children of all ages are welcome, but the stories will be geared for kids 10 and under. These events are free and open to the public. Anyone interested is welcome and encouraged to attend. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Joy of Movement: Pre-Ballet for ages 4 - 7, 2 p.m. Register on the calendar at schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu for this free class. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Art Student Open House, 6 p.m., Saisselin Art Center. Call 518-580-5084 for more information. NYS Summer School fo the Arts 30th Reunion School of Dance with faculty, guest artists and alumni, 7 p.m., Skidmore Dance Theater. Call 518-580-5596 for more information. SUMMER BOOK SALE: The Clifton Park Senior Community Center’s annual summer book sale runs for two days: Saturday, August 4, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday, August 5, from 11 a.m. 3p.m. at 6 Clifton Commons Boulevard, Clifton Park. TANG FAMILY SATURDAYS: Programs 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 companion. Free and open to the public, 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. For reservations and information please call 518-5808080. YARD SALE: Gateway House of Peace furniture yard sale fundraiser, August 3-4, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa. 100% of proceeds will benefit Gateway House of Peace.

Sunday, Aug. 5

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: 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. Call 518-2379330 for more information. 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. CAMP SARATOGA 5K FUN RUN: The Saratoga Stryders host a series of five fun runs on wooded trails at the beautiful 310 acre parcel. The race series is open to all ages and abilities, run one race or all five. A raffle is held at the end of each race with many prizes awarded. Registration is $5 per race at the door starting at 5:30 p.m. Races begin at 6:15 p.m. sharp - rain or shine. There are no water stops on the course, but water is available at the finish. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park other local non-profits. For more information contact Laura Clark at races@saratogastryders.org or 518581-1278. COAST GUARD DAY: The United States Coast Guard, one of the country’s five armed services, is a unique agency of the Federal government. The service was founded on August 4, 1790 when the first Congress authorized the construction of ten vessels to enforce tariff and trade laws and prevent smuggling. Friends of the USS SLATER will commemorate the 228th Birthday of the United States Coast Guard on Sunday, August 5 at 9 a.m. with a ceremony aboard the ship on the Hudson River in Downtown Albany, just south of the Dunn Memorial Bridge. “Coasties” and their friends and families are invited to attend. Call 518-431-1943 for more information, or visit www.ussslater.org. MEDITATION/DEVOTION SESSION: A Meditation / Devotion session will be held on Sunday, August 5, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Marlow home, 9 Mowry, Greenwich. Prayers and writings from various scriptures will be aavailable for use; please bring any you wish to share. Refreshments and discussion will follow the session. No contributions will be asked. For further information contact John Marlow at 518-692-7694 or jdmarlow@nycap.rr.com. THE MOB IN SARATOGA: ”The Mob in Saratoga: Glam and Glitz in the Glory Days of the Lake House Casinos” is the topic of a salon at The Inn at Saratoga on Sunday, August 5, starting at 5:30 p.m. Preceded by a wine and cheese social, the Salon Talk will be led by Maria McBride Bucciferro, whose stories on the gangster era at the Spa have appeared in Saratoga Living, Adirondack Life, The Post-Star, Saratogian and elsewhere. The event is $25 and tickets on are on sale at The Inn at Saratoga. Tickets can be purchased by calling our front desk at 518-5831890 or at the door. NOT JUST FOR KIDS STORYTELLING: Jennifer Munro performs at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site on Sunday, August 5, at 6 p.m. as part of the annual Not Just for Kids Storytelling series. Her performance will take place outdoors close to the Schoharie Crossing Visitor Center. The show will move indoors in case of rain. Guests are invited to linger, chat, and enjoy refreshments after the show. The event is free. OLD FRIENDS AT CABIN CREEK: The 9th Annual “After The Race…” party honoring the retired thoroughbreds of Old Friends at Cabin Creek takes place on Sunday, August 5, at 6:30 p.m. at Saratoga National Golf Club, 458 Union Avenue Saratoga Springs. Complimentary champagne will be served from 6:30 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 in advance, $125 at the door. Tickets can be purchased via PayPal www.oldfriendsatcabincreek.com. POTTERS GROVE TABERNACLE: Nate Forino performs as part of the Summer Blessing series at 6 p.m., 143 Bluebird Road, South Glens Falls. All events are by a Love Offering Gift. SKIDMORE CONCERT: NYS Summer School of the Arts orchestral studies concert, 2 p.m., Zankel Music Center. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-580-5590 or 518474-8773. SUMMER BOOK SALE: The Clifton Park Senior Community Center’s annual summer book sale runs for two days: Saturday, August 4, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday,

August 5, from 11 a.m. 3p.m. at 6 Clifton Commons Boulevard, Clifton Park.

SUMMER STROLL: Learn about the beautiful and unusual crypts and mausoleums of Greenridge Cemetery, while exploring the history of some of Saratoga’s most prominent citizens with tour leader Jan Klassovity. The tour will meet at the Sackett Gates entrance of Greenridge Cemetery on Lincoln Avenue at 10:30 a.m. LaBrake Memorials is the sponsor for this Greenridge Cemetery tour. $5 for Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation members, $8 for non-members. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary. For more information, please call SSPF at 518-587-5030, visit www. saratogapreservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Coordinator, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

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. U.N.

PEACEKEEPING: Lance Clark, a former United Nations Ambassador will be the speaker for the 10 a.m. Sunday Service on August 5 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Glens Falls. “Peace, Conflict and the United Nations” draws on his experience from 35 years of international work, focusing on emergency relief in conflicts, forcible displacements, early warning of conflicts, and peace operations and peace building. 21 Weeks Road, Queensbury. All are welcome to attend the service.

WHEELS TO WATERFORD: Wheels to Waterford History Ride from Albany Riverfront Park to the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center, with sign-up at 9:30 a.m. before the trip begins at 10 a.m. $20 fee covers lunch and museum admission. 23-mile round trip ride. To Register, email lorenzworden@gmail.com by Tuesday, July 31 with “Waterford” as the first word in the subject line. State the number of riders registering and a vegetarian or non-vegetarian lunch option for each. Parent/ guardian over age 18 must accompany children under 18 who are capable of this ride. Visit https://albanybicyclecoalition.com/2018/07/23/90628/ for more information.

Monday, Aug. 6

GREAT AMERICAN READ: The Great American Read is an eight-part PBS television series and multi-platform initiative that celebrates the joy of reading and the books we love. Greenwich Free Library is one of only 50 libraries nationwide to receive a grant from the American Library Association and PBS to host supporting programs. The library’s Great American Read Book Club meets on August 6 from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. to discuss Jonathan Swift’s “Gulliver’s Travels” in the Library’s community room. The Greenwich Free Library is located at 148 Main Street, Greenwich. Visit www. greenwichfreelibrary.org for more information.

MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Crocheting and Knitting, 6 p.m. Silent Silly Library Challenges, 6:30 p.m. Bet you can’t keep quiet! 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu.