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Saturday, Sept. 8

ANTIQUES APPRAISAL DAY: Hosted by Gurtler Bros. VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs, on Saturday, September 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your antiques to be appraised by appraisers G. Heigel Antiques/ Estate Sales & Tim Craft. Artwork, jewelry, furniture, clocks, tools, bottles, coins, rugs, uniforms - Anything old! Items will be appraised for a donation of $5 each. For more information call 518-5849686. ART IN THE GARDEN: Art in the Garden for ages 4-10 will be held on September 8 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Clark House and Malta branches of the Round Lake Library. BALLAD OF SCHENECTADY: Join the Schenectady County Historical Society as author and retired Union College history professor Robert Wells uses the Ballad of Schenectady and other folk songs with local connections to explore the links between those songs and American history. 2 p.m. 4 p.m., 32 Washington Avenue, Schenectady. 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. BUGATTI PARADE: As part of the redesigned Saratoga Wine & Food Festival, SPAC is partnering with the Saratoga

Automobile Museum as they open a Bugatti Exhibit. A Bugatti Parade down Broadway will take place on Saturday, September 8th, at 4:30 p.m. The 80 Bugattis will be lead by the ultra-rare, $40+ million 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantics. These two Bugattis have not been seen together since 2003 in Pebble Beach, California. The parade will go forward rain or shine although some of the cars may be unable to participate should the weather not cooperate. CHICKEN BBQ/PIE SALE: Middle Grove United Methodist Church will hold their annual Chicken BBQ and Pie Sale on Saturday, September 8, from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. (or until sold out). Dinner includes: 1⁄2 BBQ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, drink, cookie. Ticket prices are $12, eat in or take out. There will also be a homemade pie sale with pies selling for $14 each. Check out the basket fundraiser table with a wide variety of baskets filled from local businesses. The church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., (corner of Middle Grove Rd and North Creek). CORNELL HILL FIRE TOWER: Climb an authentic fire tower and view a replica fire observer’s cabin without having to climb a mountain. Get a treetop view of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Camp Saratoga, Scout Road, Gansevoort. Schedule is subject to weather conditions and availability of Volunteer Fire Tower Interpreters. To confirm availability, contact Town of Wilton fire tower coordinator Larry Gordon by phone. For more information call 518-469-0918 or email info@townofwilton.com.

FREE LUNCH: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold a Free Lunch on Saturday, September 8, at 729 Malta Avenue Extension in Malta Ridge. Lunch will be served at no charge from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All are welcome. For additional information

or directions please call the Church at 518-5810210.

GRANT COTTAGE: When people think of undersea warfare in the Civil War, most remember the C.S.S. H.L Hunley, but as many as 20 other submarines were operational during the war. CDR Tory Swanson, USN (Ret.), will discuss submarine use during the Civil War, challenges to submarine research and development, and the innovations that led to some of the naval technology used in our submarine force today. 1 p.m. - 2 p.m., U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site, 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. Suggested donation $5 per person. HAUDENOSAUNEE FILM FESTIVAL: The Second Annual Haudenosaunee Film Festival will run on September 8 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Kanatsihoareke Mohawk Community. Full day pass (includes dinner): $25 adults, $15 seniors and children 6-12. Evening-only pass (includes one free snack and one free drink): $15 adults, $10 seniors and children 6-12. Children under 5 are free. For more information, please contact Kanatsiohareke at 518-6734197 or Kanatsiohareke@ gmail.com. HIGH AND MIGHTY HORSE SHOW: Come and cheer for the participants, volunteers, families, staff and the wonderful horses at High And Mighty’s annual horse show. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., High and Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center, 71 County Route 21C, Ghent. Email info@ High-n-Mighty.org for more information, or visit High-nMighty.org. KAYAKING 4 MESO: The 4th annual Kayaking 4 Meso event is a paddle to raise awareness and donations for Mesothelioma research. Launch at 9:30 a.m. from the Flight Lock Road launch in Waterford for an approx. 7.5 mile paddle through six locks, with a NYS Police escort. Participants will need a kayak, paddle and PFD. $40 registration fee; register at www.kayaking4meso.org or emial markwells@kayaking-

4meso.org. All proceeds will be donated to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. Festivities will continue at Halfmoon Lighthouse Park, 589 Hudson River Road, from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. MEDITATION WORKSHOP: Discover practical methods through meditation and Buddha’s timeless advice for dealing effectively with people you find challenging and transform your difficult relationships into opportunities for personal growth and spiritual development. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Spa State Park, Administration Building (back of Little Theater), 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. Course fee $20. For more information and to register, visit KadampaNewYork.org/Saratoga or call 845-856-9000. MEET THE BREEDS: Meet the Breeds gives dog lovers a unique opportunity to meet and play with more than 30 different breeds. Learn about each breed’s country of origin, historical purpose/function, traits, and attributes as a family pet, all while learning about responsible dog ownership and which breeds may be right for your family. There will also be agility demonstrations, representatives from the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Canine Unit and Saratoga County Animal Shelter, a “Meet and Greet” with local veterinarians, and food. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 4-H Training Center, 556 Middle Line Road, Ballston. This event is free and open to the public. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing class will be held on Saturday, September 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $40. To register, call John Rinko at 518-584-2221 or email RinkoDrivingSchool.com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the United Methodist Church. SARATOGA FILM FORUM:”Milla,” in French with English subtitles. 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street. $8 Members and Students w/I.D. $10 General Public. Contact www.SaratogaFilmForum.org for advance tickets. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS’ MARKET: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., High Rock Park Pavilions, Saratoga Springs. Live music by North Country Harp Band and Happenstance and the Ndakinna Educational Center at the Community Table.Approximately 70 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from May through October.See http://www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratoga-farmers-marketvendors/ for a complete list. TANG MUSEUM CURATOR’S TALK: A conversation with Tang Dayton Director Ian Berry and Chicago-based curators and scholars John Corbett and Jim Dempsey, the curators of “3-D Doings: The Imagist Object in Chicago Art, 19641980.” A reception in the museum follows the 4 p.m. talk. For more information, call 518-580-8080. WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Take a nature walk to learn about the amazing lifecycle of Monarch butterflies. This walk covers about a mile of gently rolling terrain as you look for butterflies during their peak season, just before they migrate to Mexico for the winter. 11 a.m., Camp Saratoga, 80 Scout Road, Gansevoort. The walk will be cancelled in the event of rain. For more information call 518-450-0321 or email mbolson@wiltonpreserve.org. YARD SALE FOR PEACE: The Saratoga Peace Alliance will hold a garage sale on Saturday, September 8, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 34 Greenfield Avenue. Pottery by Maki will be featured along with household items. All proceeds will go to support peace and justice events. YARD SALE FUNDRAISER: Gateway House of Peace’s fall yard sale fundraiser takes place September 7-9, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day, at 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa. The sale features furniture, household items, jewelry, clothes, toys and much more. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace, a donor-driven End-of-Life home that cares for local residents and families during loved ones’ final days.

Sunday, Sept. 9

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge’s All You Can Eat Breakfast returns on September 9. Adults $7, Seniors $6, children 10 and under $5. Open to the public; profits go to Elks charities For more information please contact Ballston Spa Elks Lodge at 518-885-1149. 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. CAR, TRUCK & JEEP SHOW: Al lmakes of cars, trucks, jeeps,customs and tuners are welcome at the Curtis Lumber Car, Truck and Jeep Show at 885 Rt. 67, Ballston Spa from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. All Jeep owners are welcome to play in the Jeep Playground. Frive over logs, rocks and more, and prepare to get muddy. Also featuring music, giveaways and a 50⁄50 raffle to benefit WTEN’s Pet Connection. $15 vehicle registration includes a free goodie bag, dash plaque and gift. Free for spectators. For more information visit www.CurtisLumberCarShow.com. CONSCIOUSNESS-RAISING BOOK DISCUSSION: This month’s book is “The Art & Practice of Loving” by Frank Andrews. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. 6:30 p.m., Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures at Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call 518-366-9918. CORNELL HILL FIRE TOWER: Climb an authentic fire tower and view a replica fire observer’s cabin without having to climb a mountain. Get a treetop view of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Camp Saratoga, Scout Road, Gansevoort. Schedule is subject to weather conditions and availability of Volunteer Fire Tower Interpreters. To confirm availability, contact Town of Wilton fire tower coordinator Larry Gordon by phone. For more information call 518-469-0918 or email info@townofwilton.com. DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS: On Saturday, September 8, 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. Class size is limited. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788. GRANDPARENTS’ DAY: Join the Wesley Community for the second annual Grandparents’ Day. This fun-filled afternon includes carnival style games, face painting, balloon art, a magician, fun photos, a reading of “Lucky’s Adventure in Saratoga,” and more. In addition, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream will be for sale as well as other light refreshments. Special silent auction items will also be available. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., The Saratoga Springs City Center. Admission is free; however donations will be accepted at the door. The first 250 Grandparents and Great Grandparents to enter receive a special “Grandparents Giveaway” bag, and have the chance to win door prizes. MONTHLY BREAKFAST: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club’s monthly breakfast will be served on Sunday, September 9, from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Cost: $8 Adult, $4 Child. Everyone is welcome. Call 518-695-3917 for more information. NOT JUST FOR KIDS STORYTELLING: Nancy Marie Payne performs at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site on Sunday, September 9, at 6 p.m. to close the annual Not Just for Kids Storytelling series. Her performance, “Ruslan and Ludmila: Alexander Pushkin’s Saga of Majesty, Magic and Mayhem,” 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. POTTERS GROVE TABERNACLE: The Bluebillies host an Old Time Gospel Revue. Tickets $12, Seniors $10, kids $5. 6 p.m.,143 Bluebird Road, South Glens Falls. SARATOGA FILM FORUM:”Milla,” in French with English subtitles. 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street. $8 Members and Students w/I.D. $10 General Public. Contact www.SaratogaFilmForum. org for advance tickets. 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. TAILGATE PARTY: A Tailgate Party to Support Homeless Veterans will be held on September 9 from noon to 8 p.m. at Gurtler Bros. VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs. VOLKSWALK ALBANY: 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 September 9, a guided walk through Albany starts at 1:30 p.m. from the Albany Visitors Center, 25 Quackenbush Square. Registration for each event starts ½ hour prior to the walk and the cost is $2. Further information is available at www. walkescv.org. WALK FOR EPILEPSY: The Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York’s 10th Anniversary Walk for Epilepsy will be held on Sunday, September 9, at the Saratoga Spa State Park, Columbia Pavilion. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m., walk starts at 11 a.m. Enjoy music and entertainment immediately following the walk, along with a lunch served by Fitzy’s Fork in the Road Food Truck. Pre-registration preferred; register early online at https://bit. ly/EpilepsyWalk2018 and receive a walk for Epilepsy t-shirt while supplies last. Registration $25 per person ($30 day of event); students $10; children 12 and under are free. YARD SALE FUNDRAISER: Gateway House of Peace’s fall yard sale fundraiser takes place September 7-9, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day, at 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa. The sale features furniture, household items, jewelry, clothes, toys and much more. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace, a donor-driven End-of-Life home that cares for local residents and families during loved ones’ final days.

Monday, Sept. 10

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. CORINTH FREE LIBRARY: The Corinth Free Library in conjunction with Stephen Cernek of the Hudson River Mill Museum has received an Action Grant from Humanities New York to support a series of public programs called “Reuniting a Community With Its History: Three Centuries of Life and Work on the Hudson River in Corinth.” The first program will take place on Monday September 10 at 7 p.m. as well-known author Joseph Bruchac presents “Bill Greenfield Was Here: An Evening of Adirondack Songs and Tales” at the Corinth Free Library,89 Main Street. HOME MADE THEATER VOLUNTEERS: Home Made Theater, Saratoga’s resident theater company, seeks new volunteers for their upcoming 2018-19 season. All interested volunteers are invited to attend a meeting on Monday, September 10, at 6 p.m.. at the Spa Little Theater in Saratoga Spa State Park. HMT’s volunteers work alongside trained professionals, learning the behind the scenes technical aspects of theater such as lighting, set construction, running crew, and sound. Others choose to work as ushers, greeters, concession stand operators, and office or publicity assistants. For more information, call 518587-4427 or email info@ homemadetheater.org. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Escape Room Challenge, 6:30 p.m. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu. 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: Lake Bonita Hike, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. This fairly flat hike (rated Beginner) 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. SARATOGA RETIRED TEACHERS: Saratoga Retired Teachers will meet on Monday, September 10, 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. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Cholesterol, Glucose, and Blood Pressure screenings will be offered by Saratoga County Public Health, along with information on Shingles. Open to the Public. 10 a.m. - noon, 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Upcycle Club is a drop in program where school aged kids and teens can create using repurposed materials every 2nd Monday. This month, Upcycle Club will be making Halloween candy holders out of soda bottles at 3:30 p.m. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. TOWN OF SARATOGA: The regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga will be held on Monday, September 10, at 7 p.m. at the Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville.

Tuesday, Sept. 11

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, “Back to School,” 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. A special time for younger visitors to gain preschool readiness skils in a fun and social environment including sensory play, crafts and activities with friends. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 or visit www.cmssny. org for more information. FINANCIAL EDUCATION FOR KIDS: Using the book, “Joe the Monkey Saves for a Goal” by John Lanza, participants will make decisions about to spend, share and save money. Following reading and discussion, children will create their own save jar that they will keep to use for their own established financial goal. 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street. The session is free, but registration is required. Please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your seat today. HALF MOON BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday September 11, at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 11 a.m. and the business meeting starts at noon followed by Karen Kammer’s program on “Wee People” buttons. Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 469-7420 or Kirsti at 869-8125. Everyone is welcome. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time & Craft, 11:30 a.m. Singing, stories, and art. Siblings welcome. 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: Western Ridge/ Eastern Ridge Loop, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. This long, roughly 5 mile hike (rated Advanced to Expert) starting at the Spring Overlook parking area follows the Western Ridge Trail to where it meets the Cottage Park Trail, then continues on the Cottage park trail until it reaches the Ridge Run trail. The hike continues to the blue Eastern Ridge Trail and follows that back to the Western Ridge trail and down to the Spring Overlook parking. Please bring plenty of water, snacks and a lunch. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call our office at 518793-0511. You will meet and pay at the park office. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MAGICIANS: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham. All persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic are welcome to enjoy a fun evening. For more information, or for a link to a local magician, visit WWW.SAM24. SYNTHASITE.COM.