Saturday, Nov. 10

ANTIQUES & HEIRLOOMS:

Shenedehowa Neighbors Connecting, a newly formed Village, presents George Heigel’s program, “Antiques and Heirlooms,” at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 10, at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. Heigel is an appraiser, buyer, seller and collector who will discuss what to do with antiques and heirlooms, with tips on the current market and how to choose reputable dealers or businesses. He invites your questions or experiences on the subject.

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. Their Saratoga Springs opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, November 10, from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at 480-B 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. BALLSTON SPA WALKING TOUR: Learn about Ballston Spa’s history with this walking tour and discover the restaurants, taverns and hotels that once welcomed guests. Begin at 3 p.m. at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street, and visit Sage Wine and Spirits to sample some early beverages. Pre-registration is required, you must be 21 or over to participate. $20 per person, $15 for members of the Saratoga County Historical Society. To purchase tickets, go to https://brooksidemuseum.networkforgood.com/ events/9350-a-spiritouswalking-tour-of-ballston-spa? fbclid=IwAR2ZmhP671NVLde NTgea13ZIThfu2haL_vy5ZJng_x6I-A5toMBi4LOGUg. BROOKSIDE MUSEUM FLAG RAISING:The Ballston Spa VFW #358 Color Guard will perform a ceremonial flag raising at the Saratoga County Historical Society at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street, Ballston Spa, at noon on Saturday, November 10. The museum opens at 4 p.m. to give visitors a first look at the new exhibition, “How Silent and Stern This Fate Looms,” which acknowledges the contributions of Saratoga County residents during World War 1 and the 1918-19 influenza

epidemic. The ceremony and museum admission are free of charge. To learn more, visit www.brooksidemuseum. org. CHICKEN & BISCUITS DINNER: The Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road, Wilton, holds a chicken and biscuits dinner on Saturday, November 10, from 3:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Suggested donation $10. The church is handicapped accessible and take-outs will be available. CHURCH GARAGE & BAKE SALE: Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church’s annual church garage and bake sale takes place indoors, rain or shine, on Saturday, November 10, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs. No early birds admitted. Come early for the best selection; come back after 2 p.m. for the half-price sale. All proceeds benefit church youth group activities. COMEDY FUNDRAISER: The Not Too Far From Home Comedy Tour is a fundraiser for After The Fire Inc., a volunteer non-profit helping people in Saratoga County who’ve been victims of fire in their homes. Aaron David Ward is the emcee. Mark Riccadonna headlines, while Paul Schissler is featured. Dinner at 6 p.m. is followed by an 8 p.m. show at the Saratoga Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Dinner and show $54, show only $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Reserve your tickets by calling 518-581-1823. DOCUMENTARY FILM

SCREENING: “Disturbing the Peace” follows former enemy combatants-Israeli Soldiers from elite units and Palestinian fighters, many of whom served years in prison- who have joined together to challenge the status quo and say “enough.” Stephen Apkon (Director and Producer) and Marcina Hale (Co-Producer) will be present to answer questions following a 7 p.m. screening at Old Chatham Quaker Meetinghouse, 539 Country Road, Old Chatham. A potluck will precede the film at 6 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-766-2992. For directions, visit www.oldchathamquakers.org. FREE LUNCH: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold a Free Lunch on Saturday, November 10,

2018 at the Church located 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. FRENCH FILM SCREENING: In “Free Men” (“Les hommes libres,’ 2011) “An Algerian immigrant is inspired to join the resistance by his unexpected friendship with a Jewish man” (Source-IMDb).. In French with English sub-titles. 1 p.m., Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, Troy. Presented by La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du New York. As a courtesy, please call the Troy Public Library at 518-2747071 to reserve a seat. Follow La Fédération Franco-Américaine du New York at www. albanyareafrenchclub.com and Facebook. HARVEST BUFFET: Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake sponsors its Annual Harvest Buffet on Saturday, November 10, from 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.. First come, first served only. On the menu will be homemade soups, pork roast, stuffed cabbages, roasted potatoes, vegetables, salad, dessert and beverages. Takeout orders will be available. Donations are $12 for adults, $6 for children 6-12, under 6 are free. For further information, call 518-306-5754 or 518-363-0001.

HOLIDAY ART FAIR: Original paintings, jewelry, photography, drawings, sculpture, ceramics and more will be available in every price range during the National Museum of Dance’s Holiday Art Fair on Saturday, November 10. There will also be art demonstrations and children’s art activities. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Admission is free with a food item or suggested $3 donation to benefit local food pantry and mental health services.

LASAGNA DINNER: Bacon Hill Reformed Church in Schuylerville serves a Lasagna Dinner with meat or vegetable lasagna, plus sides, at 4:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. on Saturday, November 10. Take-out will be available from 4:15 p.m. – 6 p.m. Adults $10, veterans $8, children under 12 $5. Proceeds will benefit Camp Fowler Scholarships. Bacon Hill Reformed Church at is handicapped accessible. Call Jennifer Thomas at 518-695-

6116 to make reservations. LEONARD BERNSTEIN AT 100: Legendary bassist Gary Karr and Skidmore faculty members Michael Emery (violin), Paul Green (clarinet), Sylvia Stoner (narrator) and Anthony G. Holland, conductor take part in “Leonard Bernstein at 100 – The Educator and Intellectual.” The composer’s son, Alexander Bernstein, joins musicians from the original broadcast for a panel discussion. 7 p.m., Zankel Music Center. Adults $8, seniors and Skidmore community $5, free for students and children. For ticket information, call 510580-5321 or visit www. skidmore.edu/zankel. MUSICIANS OF MA’ALWYCK: The death of concert artist David Hochstein on the front lines of World War I in October 1918 inspired Pulitzer Prize winning composer Samuel Gardner to create a profoundly moving piano quintet depicting Hochstein’s life. Musicians of Ma’alwyck presents this quintet, paired with music of Hochstein and Fritz Kreisler, along with the silent film Under Four Flags, shown with a newly created score by composer Max Caplan, and readings from WW1 letters by Pastor William Levering and Norman Thibodeau. Special guest artists include violinist Theodore Arm, violist Andrew Snow, and pianist Max Caplan. 2:30 p.m., First Reformed Church, Schenectady. Tickets $25/$10. Free preview on Wednesday, November 7, noon, at SUNY Schenectady. Repeat performance on Sunday, November 11, a 2 p.m., Arkell Museum, Canajoharie. For more information visit musiciansormaalwyck.org. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING COURSE: The next NYS 5-Hour PreLicensing course will be offered Saturday, November 10, 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 518-5842221 or email RinkoDrivingSchool.com. A portion of the cost will be donated to United Methodist Church. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS’ MARKET: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Lincoln Baths building, 65 South Broadway. With more than 50 vendors, market-goers will be able to shop for a wide variety of local products year-round. The Holiday Market features local artisans, crafters, and specialty foods from November 3 to December 29. For a complete list of winter vendors, visit http://www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/ saturday-winter-vendors/. SCI-FI AT MISCI: Come to the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) for an out-of-this-world “Star Wars”-themed event on Saturday, November 10. Dress as your favorite sci-fi character for a meet-andgreet and photo ops with characters from the 501st Legion (Vader’s Fist), the Rebel Legion, and the R2D2 Builders Club. Play retro “Star Wars” video games and meet Jack Wang, cocreator of the “Star Wars Epic Yarn” book series. Tour miSci’s latest exhibit, “Toys: The Inside Story and the 20th Century Toy Chest,” with Daniel Faye of Sassy’s Satellite. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Museum admission is $12 for ages 13 and up, $10 for seniors 65 and over, $8 for ages 3-12; children 3 and under are admitted free. Visit www.misci.org or www.facebook.com/miSciNY for more information. SENIOR MONTHLY DANCE: Peaceful Country Band provides the music for the Ballston Area Senior Monthly Dance from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. at the Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. $5 entrance fee for non-members. Members are asked to bring a snack to share. Check out www. ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. 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 518-580-8080.