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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 518-885-6740 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 518-587-4427 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 518-664-8641 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 518-5875356 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. Osteo Busters. 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 518-584-5540 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 8698125. 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 518-793-0511. You will meet and pay at the park office. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Sip Happens, 3 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Mingle with friends and enjoy food and music by jazz pianist Dylan Jaques. This week’s ‘Sip’ is provided by Owl’s Brew Radler, a refreshing and crisp blend of craft beer and organic tea that’s been compared to sipping on sunshine! $2 for members. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Science Story Time, 10 a.m. Movie Makers, 3:30 p.m. Library board meeting, open to the public, 7 p.m. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. 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.

Wednesday, Sept. 12

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 earlyliteracy skills through multisensory activities, projects and crafts. Indoors during inclement weather. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Phone 518-5845540 or visit www.cmssny. org for more information. 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. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Hudson River Photography Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. for any teens or adults interested in digital photography. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville.For more information, call 518-6644646; fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville. sals.edu. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: The Buzz About Bees, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. See the park’s observational bee hive and learn about the intelligent honey bees, their different roles and how they manage their hive. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call the park office at 518-793-0511. When you arrive stop at the park office to pay for the class first. PICKINS’ SESSION: Amateur and professional musicians are invited to play solo, background, or join up with a group for a fun session with extemporaneous, off-the-cuff music. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Free to the public with ample free parking. Please bring a snack to share. Check out www. ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. PULMONARY FIBROSIS SUPPORT GROUP: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) affects approximatel 100,000 people in the U.S. Join the monthly IPF Support Group to obtain information on local resources, meet with others from the community, gain support and discuss topics that affect people with IPF. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 5 p.m. 6:30 p.m. at Health & Fitness Gym, 6 Care Lane, Saratoga Springs. No registration required. For more information please contact Marie or Susan at 518-886-5676. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Join Colby Yeaton at 2:30 p.m. and learn about our excursions to Cowboy Country and the Magical Rhine and Moselle River Cruise. $50 off for every attendee that puts a deposit down that day. Free & Open to the public. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. 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/. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Science Story Time, 10 a.m. Builders’ Club, 3:30 p.m. In this drop in program kids are invited to enjoy the library’s large selection of Legos and check out fantastic STEM challenges. PEP Meet & Greet, 6:30 p.m. This parent led group does a lot for Schuylerville School and the kids. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. SPANISH TRIP PRESENTATION: The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library’s first international trip is planned for April 2019. “The Novelties of Northern Spain” will depart for Barcelona on April 25 and will end in Madrid on May 5. Join the Friends for an informational presentation and slide show on Wednesday, September 12, at 6 p.m.in the Susman Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. To RSVP or for more information, contact Rhona Koretzky at rkoretzky@yahoo.com or call or text 518-505-1303. VFW MEETING: Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420 will hold its September monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 12, at 7 p.m. The VFW Auxiliary will also meet. All VFW members are invited to attend. VOLKSWALK CLIFTON PARK: A volkswalk is a recreationally-paced, premapped 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 Clifton Park starts at 10 a.m. from the Food Court at the Clifton Country Mall. Registration for each event starts ½ hour prior to the walk and the cost is $2. Further information is available at www. walkescv.org.

Thursday, Sept. 13

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. BROWN BAG LUNCH PROGRAM: The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, in partnership with the Saratoga Springs Public Library, presents the Fall 2018 Brown Bag Lunch Series, an annual educational program meant to highlight the rich history, culture and traditions of our city and Heritage Area. The fall series starts on Thursday, September 13, with “Stories of Old Saratoga” presented by dynamic duo Charlie Kuenzel and Dave Patterson. Noon - 1 p.m., H. Dutcher Community Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs. Free and open to the public. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Science Explorers, 10:30 a.m. for all ages. A popular weekly program where kids discover the different ways in which science is all around us. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org for more information. HADLEY LUZERNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Archaeologist/author David Starbuck of Chestertown will share excerpts from his latest book, “Archaeology of the Adirondacks,” and discuss findings from his most recent Adirondack excavations. 8 p.m., Hadley-Luzerne Public Library, 19 Main St., Lake Luzerne. The program is free, open to the public and handicapped accessible. For further information please email kinnearmuseum@ gmail.com KOREAN WAR VETERANS: The September luncheon for Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans’ Association, will be held on Thursday, September 13, at 11:30 a.m. at the Peppermill Restaurant, located in the Midtown shopping center on Rt. 9, in South Glens Falls. Members will be ordering from the menu. The hosts are Patti and Gene Slavin. For a reservation or further directions, please contact the Slavins at 518-793-2368 by Sept. 11. All veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, family and friends are all invited to attend. Annual dues are $10 for veterans and $5. for associates. For further information or an application to become a member, 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. 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: Red Oak Ridge & Mud Pond Hike, 10 a.m. - noon. This hike (rated Moderate) traverses the Red Oak Ridge trail at a friendly pace over to the Mud Pond trail and loops it back around. This trek will be about 4 miles round trip. Please call to reserve your spot 24-hour advanced notice at 518-793-0511. Program fees apply. NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB: The League of Women Voters of Saratoga Non-Fiction Book Club will meet on Thursday, September 13,at 1:30 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs Public Library to discuss “The Death and Life of the Great Lakes” by Dan Egan. Members of the public are invited to attend. SALEM COURTHOUSE ART EXHIBIT: “Mills on the Kill,” an exhibit curated by Salem Deputy Historian Judy Flagg with Sally Brillon and Elizabeth Cockey, will be on display at the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center from September 11 October 11. ‘Mills on the Kill’ portrays the history of industry from the mid 19th century until present day through early photographs, drawings, artwork and objects from the material culture. This show is the fifth of six installments in the 2018 Great Hall Art Exhibit series presented by the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center. The public is invited to a free opening reception with the curators on Thursday, September 13, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Courthouse is located at 58 East Broadway, Salem. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Science Society, 3:30 p.m. In this drop in after school program, explore science every 2nd Thursday with experiments, fun art, and activities. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. SKIDMORE ART RECEPTION: The opening reception for the Selected Faculty Exhibition takes place at 5:30 p.m. in the Saisselin Art Building, Schick Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through October 14. For more information, call 518-580-5049.

Friday, Sept. 14

ASTRONOMY PARTY: Join Wilton Wildlife Preserve and volunteers from the Adirondack Skywatchers and the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers, Inc. at 7:30 p.m. to study the night sky in all of its beauty at Camp Saratoga. There will be telescopes available and experts will be on hand to share their knowledge of the night sky. Please dress appropriately for the weather, as it can get chilly at night! Hot cocoa and refreshments will be served. Registration is required as “space” is limited. Rain date September 15. For more information, please call the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Stonewall Run Hike, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Join the Park Naturalist on a beautiful hike (rated Moderate) overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. This trail is about 3.2 miles round trip. Pre-registration is required; please call 518793-0511. PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL:The Malta League of Arts presents the 2nd annual Plein Air Festival in Round Lake Village. Events on Friday, September 14, include mono printing for seniors, a Malta History presentation (free and open to the public) and other events. For more information visit www.maltaleagueofarts.org. Q.U.I.L.T. INC. GUILD MEETING: Q.U.I.L.T. Inc. is a not-for-profit guild of over 200 quilters interested in learning about the art of making quilts. Guild meetings take place on the second Friday of each month at Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. for coffee, library, mini-mart, and more. A general meeting and Giant Show and Share begin at 9:45 a.m. Free for members, $5 donation requested for non-members. For more information visit www.quiltinc.org. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Gamers Guild, 3:30 p.m. In this weekly drop in program kids and teens are welcome to enjoy the library’s many board games, card games, and occasionally even video games. Feel free to bring in your own games such as Pokemon or Magic to play against other gamers. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information.

Saturday, Sept. 15

ADIRONDACON: First Stall Productions, LLC, and Adirondack Tabletop Gamers and Game Developers are moving the Adirondacon convention to the Aviation Mall, taking over the Party Palace from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 15, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 16. People of all ages are invited to come and play board games, card games, role-playing games, etc. and help raise money for Extra Life, a charity benefiting the Bernard and Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center. Saturday admission: Adults $12 / Children 5-12 $6 (under 5 free). Weekend admission: Adults $15 / Children 5-12 $7 (under 5 free). Family rates are available. To order badges (tickets) in advance and to see the full schedule of games, visit tabletop. events/conventions/adk-tabletop-day. For more details visit, www.adirondacon. com, www.facebook.com/ adirondacon and Twitter @ adirondacon. 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. BATTLE OF SARATOGA: The theme of this year’s event, commemorating the 241st anniversary of the Battle of Saratoga, is “Civilians in the Camp.” The focus is on the non-combatants: camp followers, sutlers, carters and others in both armies. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saratoga National Historic Park, 648 Route 32, Stillwater. Battlefield entrance fees apply: $5 per car, $3 per adult. Call 518-670-2981 or email eric_schnitzer@nps. gov for more information. CHICKEN BBQ: Bacon Hill Reformed Church, 560 Route 32 North, Schuylerville, will hold a chicken BBQ on Saturday, September 15, with servings at 4:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Menu: ½ chicken, baked potato, bake beans, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pies an beverage. Adults $12, children 12 & under $6, Takeouts available. For reservations, call Jennifer Thomas at 518-605-6116 The church is handicappedaccessible. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Amateur Artists, “Cubism,” 11 a.m. This month’s program focuses on Pablo Picasso while exposing budding young artists to new art processes and techniques. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org for more information. CHILDREN’S SHORT FILM FESTIVAL:’The World Awareness Children’s Short Film Festival,’ showcasing family friendly short films from artists all around the globe, takes place on Saturday, September 15, at Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. This event promotes the World Awareness Children’s Museum’s main mission of introducing children to new countries and cultures. There will be two showcases for this event which will show twice during the day (Program A at noon and 4 p.m., Program B at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.). Tickets are $10 for each showtime, $8 for museum members. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3584971. CLASSICAL CONCERT: “Echoes and Reflections,” a concert by the group “trimonious,” with Amanda Boyd, soprano, Joseph Rutkowski, clarinet, and Michael Clement, piano, features works by Schubert, Schumann, Panseron, Ravel, Head, Argento and Bernstein. 5 p.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, 275 State Street, Albany. Admission Free/ Donations welcome. Call 518-465-5161 for more information. CLIFTON PARK FUR FEST: Saratoga County Animal Shelter ped adoptions, animal rescue groups, pet vendors, the Saratoga County Animal Response Team, Clifton Park Pet Search with Josh Grassi, Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department K9 demonstration, Animal Control Department information table and a $20 Microchip Clinic. Part of Farm Fest, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Riverview Orchards, 660 Riverview Road, Rexford. HUNT FOR HISTORY AND HORSES: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present a unique and family-friendly scavenger hunt called the “Hunt for History and Horses” from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, September 15, at Saratoga Race Course, as well as three tours of the historic racetrack led by Tom Durkin at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Teams will tour locations on the track grounds with exclusive postseason access while learning about the history of thoroughbred racing and its connection to Saratoga Springs. After the scavenger hunt, there will be crafts and refreshments along with free admission to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame for participants. Registration for the hunt starts at 9:30 a.m. at the track’s main entrance gate on Union Avenue. The event costs $5 per person (children under 5 are free). To sign up, call 518-584-0400 ext. 120. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Board of Trustees meets the third Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. The public is always welcome. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. For more information, call 518-664-4646; fax 518664-8641 or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK NATUREFEST: A free fun-filled family day of interactive nature related activities featuring raptor birds, insects and reptiles; fun crafts, birdhouse building, pumpkin painting, wagon rides and music. Food will be available along with a silent auction. BYOB(water bottle

& bag) and get a free pin or magnet. All donations will go to the Friends of Moreau Lake(non-profit) who support the park through educational programs and other activities. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Rd., Gansevoort. Rain date September 16. For more information call 518-793-0511 or visit http :// friends of more au lake. org. NUTCRACKER AUDITIONS: The School of the Arts (SOA) at the National Museum of Dance will again perform “The Nutcracker” this holiday season with Second Act variations. Auditions will be held on Saturday, September 15, from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. for ages 6-9 and from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. for ages 10 and up. A small performance fee of $65 per dancer will be charged to those in the cast to cover production costs. Weekly rehearsals begin Saturday afternoon, September 22, for two December 8 performances at Maple Avenue Middle School. Rehearsals will be held at the National Museum of Dance School of the Arts, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs To audition, please register online at dancemuseum.org/ school and arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time slot. There are no audition fees. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing Class will be offered on Saturday, September 15, 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 R ink oD riving School. com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the United Methodist Church. PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL: The Malta League of Arts presents the 2nd annual Plein Air Festival in Round Lake Village. Events on Saturday, September 15 include a free History Tour of Round Lake, an art sale and reception, and workshops offered by master artists in a variety of media including watercolor, sketching, oil and mono printing. For more information visit www.maltaleagueofarts.org. ROLLER DERBY: The Albany All Stars take on the New Hampshire Roller Derby at the Albany Cap Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.; bout starts at 7 p.m. Tickets: $12 pre-sales; Kids 10 & under $5. Adult tickets will be $15 the day of the event. Senior, student and military discounts available. A portion of the proceeds will go to the All Stars’ charity of the month, C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios. 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. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Saturday Science Story Time, 10 a.m. All children who enjoy picture books are welcome to hear a story or two and join us in an a few experiments. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information.

Sunday, Sept. 16

ADIRONDACON: First Stall Productions, LLC, and Adirondack Tabletop Gamers and Game Developers are moving the Adirondacon convention to the Aviation Mall, taking over the Party Palace from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 15, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 16. People of all ages are invited to come and play board games, card games, role-playing games, etc. and help raise money for Extra Life, a charity benefiting the Bernard and Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center. Sunday admission: Adults $6 / Children 5-12 $3 (under 5 free). Family rates are available. To order badges (tickets) in advance and to see the full schedule of games, visit tabletop.events/conventions/ adk-tabletop-day. For more details visit, www.adirondacon.com, www.facebook. com/adirondacon and Twitter @adirondacon. ALBANY INSTITUTE: The Albany Institute of History & Art’s Chief Curator Doug McCombs will give a special lecture on Sunday, September 16 at 2 p.m. focusing on the museum’s remarkable collection of Thomas Cole paper materials and the current exhibition, “Thomas Cole’s Paper Trail,” open through November 25. The lecture is included with museum admission. Space is limited for this lecture and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees will receive wristbands at the admission desk on the day of the lecture. The Albany Institute of History & Art is located at 125 Washington Avenue in Albany. For more information, visit www. albanyinstitute.org or call 518-463-4478. APPLE & HONEY FESTIVAL: Greet the Jewish New Year with Apples and Honey, games, snacks, bouncy bounce, round challah making, pumpkin decorating, playground, mini farmers market, face painting and much more. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., Robert and Dorothy Ludwig Schenectady JCC, 2565 Balltown Road, Niskayuna. Free (some activities will require a small fee). Visit www. schenectadyjcc.org for more information. BATTLE OF SARATOGA: The theme of this year’s event, commemorating the 241st anniversary of the Battle of Saratoga, is “Civilians in the Camp.” The focus is on the non-combatants: camp followers, sutlers, carters and others in both armies. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saratoga National Historic Park, 648 Route 32, Stillwater. Battlefield entrance fees apply: $5 per car, $3 per adult. Call 518-670-2981 or email eric_schnitzer@nps.gov for more information. GRANT COTTAGE: Ulysses S. Grant thought a great deal about how societies and individuals might contribute to peace-making. He shares some of those thoughts and explains why “Let Us Have Peace “became the cry of his heart in a program inspired by the International Day of Peace on September 21. Grant Cottage tour guide Steve Trimm will portray General Grant. 1 p.m., U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site, 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. Suggested donation $5. SARATOGA JEWISH COMMUNITY ARTS: Saratoga Jewish Community Arts, with the generous support of the Jewish Federation of Northeast New York, opens its sixth season on September 16 at 7 p.m. at Temple Sinai with “We Were So Beloved: The German Jews of Washington Heights.” The documentary written, produced, and directed by Manfred Kirchheimer tells the story about the solid, prosperous middle-class community, sometimes known as Frankfurt-on-theHudson, populated predominately by Jews who escaped or survived Nazi Germany. Dessert reception and panel discussion to follow. A $5 donation requested. For reservations and information, please call 518-584-8730 option 2, SaratogaJewishCulturalFestival.org or Facebook. SARATOGA PALIO: The Saratoga Palio, a regional race favorite among runners and walkers alike, will be held on Sunday, September 16. Established to honor the inspiring life of Melanie Merola O’Donnell, this event features a breathtaking course through the heart of Saratoga Springs. Funds raised benefit The Melanie Foundation, whose mission is to foster support for the mental health field. This year, The Melanie Foundation will make a donation to support the Latino Community Advocacy Program, a service of the Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council that provides interpreting, advocacy and educational programming to Latino immigrants in Saratoga County. The races will begin in front of the Saratoga Springs City Center at the corner of Ellsworth Jones Place and Broadway, starting with the half-marathon at 7:45 a.m. An After-Party hosted by Druther’s Brewing Company starts at 10 a.m. For more information and to register please visit: www. thesaratogapalio.com. 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. YOUTH FISHING DERBY: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will hold a youth fishing derby ages 15 and under on Sunday, September 16, from 9 a.m. - noon. Prizes will be awarded. A limited amount of youth fishing gear will be available for use. The kitchen at the club house will be open. You do not have to be a member, all are welcome. The location is 123 Route 32 Schuylerville, south of the village of Victory. For more information call 518-6953917.

Monday, Sept. 17

CONSTITUTION DAY LECTURE:”The Political Thought of America’s Founding Feminists” by Lisa Pace Vetter, associate professor of political science and affiliate faculty member of the Gender and Women’s Studies Department at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. 5 p.m., Pohndorff Room, Scribner Library, Skidmore College. For more information, call 518-580-5240. GOLF TOURNAMENT: Golf Tournament and Clambake presented by the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center. 2 p.m., Van Schiack Island Country Club. $75 for golf and clambake, $35 for clambake only. Limit 36 golfers. RSVP to 518-238-0809 or info@ waterfordmuseum.com. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Advisory Group Meeting, 6:30 p.m. New members welcome. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville.For more information, call 518-6644646; fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville. sals.edu. PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP: The Parkinson’s Support Group of Saratoga will meet at the Woodlawn Commons Building, 2nd floor Saratoga Room at the Wesley Health Care Center, 156 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, on Monday, September 17, at 2 p.m. The guest speaker is Cheryl Pierce, Speech Therapist at Glens Falls Hospital. The meeting is free and open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, family members, caregivers and friends. For more information call Kevin McCullough at 518-2224247. SARATOGA VETERANS CHORUS: The newlyformed Saratoga Veterans Chorus welcomes male and female veterans, active, Guard and Reserve service members to experience the camaraderie of a cappella singing in an informal setting. While no public singing is required, there will be opportunities for community performances at nursing homes, veterans gatherings, and other events. Instruction by a professional choral director will be provided at no charge every Monday evening from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. starting September 17 at the American Legion Post 70, 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Contact Amy Hughes at 518-884-4999 (veteranpeers@gmail.com) for more information.