Wednesday, Oct. 31

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: The Story Corner explores new stories and develops early-literacy skills through multi-sensory activites, projects and crafts for ages 3 and up. 11 a.m. on the front patio (indoors during inclement weather), 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit cmssny.org. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Friends of MDPL meet on the last Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. All are welcome to join. 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: Spend some time with the park’s two resident turtles, Harrelson and Daryl, from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. and learn about their habits, habitat and diet. Afterwards, they might take a little walk on the beach. Children and seniors $1, everyone else $2. Reservations are required with 24 hours advance notice; please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF RACING: In celebration of Halloween, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will offer special story time readings of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and offer Halloween-themed crafts in the HorsePlay! Gallery. Free admission from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 191 Union Avenue, 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. On Halloween, festivities include trick-or-treating, a kids’ costume contest with lots of prizes, free pumpkin painting, and an activity hosted by the Saratoga Springs Public Library, as well as live music and food tastings. 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/. TRICK OR TREET STREET: The Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity at Albany Law School holds its 8th Annual Trick or Treat Street event from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the Albany Law School Gym, 80 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. This free event provides a safe and fun environment for children and families to trick or treat. Candy and games are donated by students, faculty and local businesses.

Thursday, November 1

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP: A caregivers’ support group with Pierre Zimmerman, MS, meets on the first Thursday of each month at Saratoga Hospital. The group is free and open to all, but preregistration is required. For more information and directions to the meeting space, call Pierre at 413-992-7012. Presented by One Roof Center for Holistic Practices. DUDLEY OBSERVATORY: Every Thursday, rain or shine, join miSci, the Museum of Innovation and Science, for “Evenings at the Dudley Observatory”. Educators from the Dudley Observatory at miSci will operate their14-inch telescope inside the roll-top roof observatory, allowing visitors to see stars, planets, galaxies, and more each night. In the event of poor weather, there will be hands-on activities indoors. The observatory at 15 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, will be open from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. through March 7, 2019. miSci galleries will be open continuously from 9a.m. until the observatory closes. Access to the observatory or activities is free with museum admission ($12 Adult, $10 Senior, $8 Child, free for miSci members). FORT PLAIN LECTURE SERIES: Independent historian Terry McMaster has conducted research that centers on the settlement of the western frontier of colonial New York beginning about 1740 by Scots-Irish settlers and examines the development of that and other communities in the upper Susquehanna River watershed. McMaster lectures on “Scots-Irish Immigration and Defense of the Colonial New York Frontier including the Cherry Valley Massacre, 1740 to 1778” on Thursday, November 1. 7 p.m., Fort Plain Museum, 389 Canal Street, Fort Plain. Suggested donation $5. Light refreshments will be served. GATEWAY HOUSE OF PEACE FUNDRAISER: Nonprofit charitable hospice home Gateway House of Peace invites community members to their 5th annual fundraising event at 6 p.m. on Thursday November 1, at Longfellows Restaurant, Saratoga Springs. Join Master of Ceremonies and Board member Kevin Bright, multiple Emmy-winning producer and director,

including the “Friends” TV show, and Kelly Lynch, WNYT anchor and co-host of “Chuck and Kelly” on NewsRadio 810 and 103.1 WGY. The event will feature live music by Tom Choiniere, a cash bar, a wine pull, dinner provided by Longfellows Restaurant and a silent auction. To purchase tickets, register online at www. gatewayhouseofpeace.org. GREEN DRINKS: Green Drinks is a “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. Drop in at Harvey’s in the Library Room at 14 Phila Street on the first Thursday of every month between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to meet new people, learn about local green initiatives, and share what you’ve been working on. Happy Hour runs until 6:30 p.m. with 1⁄2 priced drafts, wines, and cocktails. Non-alcoholic drinks and food may also be ordered. KOREAN WAR VETERANS: The November meeting of Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans Association, will be held on Thursday, November 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the V.F.W. building at the end of Veterans’ 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 and friends are all invited to attend. Annual dues are $10 for veterans and $5 for all others. For more information or an application to join, please contact Comm. Roger Calkins at 518-5843037. LIVE AT THE JAZZ BAR: “Live at the Jazz Bar” returns to SPAC, for a special free evening of salsa dancing, kicking off at 7 p.m. with salsa and cha-cha-cha lessons from Tango Fusion Dance Company co-directors Diane Lachtrupp and Johnny Martinez. Live music by Alta Havana begins at 8 p.m. Cash bar by Mazzone Hospitality at the Hall of Springs. This event is free, but space is limited. Sign up at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-atthe-jazz-bar-alta-havanatickets-46718472208. NETWORKING BREAKFAST: Retired General William Martin is the keynote speaker at a Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast. Gen. Martin will address veterans making the transition from the military to business and civilian life and discuss what he believes are the keys to starting and sustaining a successful business. Breakfast and networking 7:30 a.m., discussion 8 a.m., Saratoga National Golf Club, 458 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Registration $20. Register at https://saratogacounty.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/37113. SARATOGA FILM FORUM: “The Rider,” 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs. General admission $10, members and students (with I.D.) $8. Doors open 30 minutes before the film. For advance tickets visit www.SaratogaFilmForum.org.

Friday, Nov. 2

BREEDERS’ CUP: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, hosts live showings of all Breeders’ Cup races on Friday and Saturday, November 2-3. The festivities begin with complete coverage of “Future Stars Friday” from Churchill Downs from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m in the Hall of Fame Gallery and the Museum lobby. Admission is free starting at 2:30 p.m. Food and drink will be available for purchase. For more information, call 518-5840400 or visit www.racingmuseum.org. MINERAL SPRINGS TOUR: Join a tour guide to learn about the mineral springs at Saratoga Spa State Park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs. Tours meet at Creekside Classroom every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Free with vehicle entry. Call 518-584-2354 for more information. OCTAGON BARN STAR PARTY: Join miSci, the Museum of Science and Innovation, for an astronomy lesson and dark sky observing at the Octagon Barn in Delanson. The program includes a 1 hour talk by Dr, George Shaw of Union College on “Life in the Universe”, followed by night sky observing if the weather is clear. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. Telescopes will also be set up for public use. Sponsored by the Lauterbach Pokorny family. 7 p.m., Knox Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Road, Delanson. Admission is free; donations are graciously accepted. SARATOGA FILM FORUM: “The Rider,” 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs. General admission $10, members and students (with I.D.) $8. Doors open 30 minutes before the film. For advance tickets visit www.SaratogaFilmForum.org.

Saturday, Nov. 3

ART4VETS: A local group of veterans calling themselves “ART4Vets and much, much, more” presents their 2nd Annual Visual Art show, “choosing healthy pathways to wellness” at the Schenectady and Saratoga Springs locations of CREATE Community Studios. The first of two receptions takes place on Saturday, November 3, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at 137 State Street, Schenectady. Their Saratoga Springs opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, November 10, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at 480B Broadway. “ART4Vets and much, much more”

meets Fridays from 9 a.m. – noon at Joseph E. Zaloga American Legion Post 1520, 4 Everett Road Extension, Albany. BREEDERS’ CUP: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, hosts live showings of all Breeders’ Cup races on Friday and Saturday, November 2-3. “Championship Saturday” consists of nine races between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the Hall of Fame Gallery and the Museum lobby. Admission is free starting at 12:30 p.m. Food and drink will be available for purchase. For more information, call 518584-0400 or visit www. racingmuseum.org. DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS: On Saturday, November 3, from 9 a.m. – 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 and receive up to four points off your driving record according to NYS Dept. of Motor Vehicles guidelines. The class is 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 and registration is required; call Ray Frankoski at 518-2863788. EMPIRE STATE YOUTH ORCHESTRA: The Empire State Youth Orchestra, led by new Music Director Carlos Ágreda, celebrates the diversity of the “New World” with the culture and stories of Spain, including Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Capriccio Espagnol” and Rossini’s “Overture to the Barber of Seville”. The orchestra will also perform Silvestre Revueltas’ “Sensemayá” and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 “From the New World.” Mr. Ágreda will lead a pre-concert presentation and discussion in the concert hall from at 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., with the concert starting at 7:30 p.m. at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, 30 Second Street, Troy. Adults $20, students and seniors $10. To purchase tickets, please visit: https://esyo.org/programs/concerts-events. ETHNIC FOOD/TAG SALE: The Ladies Society of St. George Orthodox Church is sponsoring its Annual Ethnic Food and Tag Sale on Saturday, November 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parish Center, Main and Second Streets in South Glens Falls. The international food will feature Greek, Syrian, Romanian and other ethnic delicacies and a large array of desserts including baklava and other specialties. For more information call 518-792-2359 or visit www.sgforthodox.org. GREAT FALL GIVEAWAY: On Saturday, November 3, from 9 a.m. – noon New Life Fellowship Church at 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs, hosts their 7th annual Great Fall Giveaway, featuring free winter clothing for all ages, as well as toys, kids’ crafts and activities, and delicious breakfast sandwiches. Everything is free. For more information call 518-5801810 or visit newlifeinsaratoga.org. HARVEST HAM SUPPER: On Saturday, November 3, the annual Harvest Ham Supper will be served continuously from 4:30 p.m – 6 p.m. at Old Saratoga Reformed Church at the corner of Pearl and Burgoyne streets in Schuylerville. Adults $10, children 5-12 $5, free for children under 5. Take-outs are available. Reservations are recommended; call the church at 518-695-3479 Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – noon. INVASIVE PEST INFO SESSION: On Saturday, November 3, from 10 a.m. – noon, Lake George Land Conservancy staff will provide a training for those interested in LGLC’s efforts to monitor the watershed’s hemlock forests. Late fall through winter is the ideal time of year to observe HWA infestations because of their small cotton-ball-like masses at the base of hemlock needles. This training will prepare attendees to become Volunteer Monitors, armed with the knowledge of how to identify Eastern hemlocks and HWA, and how to report any sightings on iMapInvasives, an online database for New York State. The training is free. RSVP is appreciated – anyone interested in attending should email Monica Dore at mdore@lglc.org or call 518-6449673. NYS 5-HOUR PRELICENSING COURSE: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing course will be offered Saturday, November 3, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 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 of the cost will be donated to United Methodist Church. PINTS FOR PRESERVATION: The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation hosts the 8th Annual Pints for Preservation Pub Crawl on Saturday, November 3, starting at 3 p.m. With the support of local bars, the proceeds will benefit the Foundation’s preservation efforts and restoration projects. Tickets $35, couples $60, group of 4 $120. Purchase tickets online at http:// store.saratogapreservation.org/product-tag/ pints-for-preservation/. SARATOGA FILM FORUM: “The Rider,” 7:30 p.m., Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs. General admission $10, members and students (with I.D.) $8. Doors open 30 minutes before the film. For advance tickets visit www.SaratogaFilmForum.org. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS’ MARKET: Don’t miss the opening day of the Winter Farmers’ Market at the Lincoln Baths building, 65 South Broadway, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. With more than 50 vendors, market-goers will be able to shop for a wide variety of local products year-round. Opening Day events include live music, family activities, food sampling and special guests. 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 companions. 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., Tang Museum, Skidmore College. Free and open to the public; registration strongly suggested. For reservations and more information, call 518-5808080. TURKEY DINNER: Kick off the month of November with a turkey dinner served from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the South Glens Falls Firehouse on Route 197. Adults $10, children 12 and under $8, kids 3 and under free. Hosted by The South Glens Falls Fire Company & Auxiliary. WARREN MILLER FILM SCREENING: Alpine Sport Shop hosts the first New York State showing of the Warren Miller tribute movie, “Face of Winter,” presented by Volkswagen, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 3, at the Trombley Auditorium, Maple Avenue Middle School, 515 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Advance tickets available for $15 at Alpine Sport Shop, 399 Clinton Street; $20 on the night of the event. All proceeds benefit the Saratoga Springs High School Nordic Team and Double H Ranch Adaptive Winter Program. For more information, contact Alpine Sport Shop at 518-584-6290 or visit alpinespotshop.com.