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Wednesday, Aug. 14

PARENT/CHILD HAIR-DO CLASS: Learn some tricks and tips for doing your child’s hair at the Town of Ballston Community Library. This class, presented by Bella Nani Spa, will be on Wednesday, August 14 from 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm. For any caregiver and child. Please register the name of the adult participating by calling the library at 5189-399-8174 or visit toblibrary.sals.edu CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S LUNCHEON: The New York Capital District Christian Women’s Connection is sponsoring a luncheon on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867 Rte. 146 (Carman Road) in Schenectady, NY 12303 beginning at 11:30am and ending at approximately 1:30pm. Reservations are necessary no later than August 9 and cancellations a must. Please call Nancy at (518) 869-0642 or Carol at (518) 869-5253 to reserve. On the menu this month is a Turkey Sandwich/ Pasta Salad/Chips with an alternative choice of Grilled Chicken Salad. The cost is $16.00 inclusive (cash only please). The Special Speaker and Feature for our August luncheon is Barbara Austin from Wellington, CT who will be demonstrating on how to cook great meals “on a shoestring” along with tastings. Barbara will then speak on Smiling thru Life’s Difficulties. There will be Special Music with Kathy Dorn who will entertain with her keyboard. All are welcome - bring a friend or your significant other. They’ll be glad you did! Nursery free at the restaurant by reservation only (infant through Kindergarten) – bring bag lunch. FERRAGOSTO CELEBRATION: Aug. 14, 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ferragosto is an Italian holiday originally celebrated to mark the middle of the summer and the end of hard labor in the fields. So, kick back and enjoy our beautiful grounds – a great place for conversation, relaxation, and a game of bocce. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair. We will provide refreshments and a couple of bocce ball sets. Free and open to the public. American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, 1227 Central Ave., Albany. (518) 435-1979. EDITOR DISCUSSION: Editors to Discuss “I’ll Be Home” at The Woman’s Club of Albany -The Woman’s Club of Albany will present a conversation with Darryl McGrath and Howard Healy, editors of “I’ll Be Home,” a collection of the writings of the late Times Union chief editorial writer Jim McGrath, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the club at 725 Madison Ave., Albany. The book, published by Excelsior Editions, a SUNY Press imprint, features editorials and other pieces by Jim McGrath, who died in 2013. The editors are his wife, Darryl, and Healy, who was the longtime editorial page editor at the Times Union. The discussion will focus on Jim McGrath’s work, the role of editorial and opinion writing in our fractured society and the troubled state of daily journalism. A book signing will follow. Copies of the book will be available for sale at $20, cash or check. Proceeds will go to the porch repair fund at the Woman’s Club. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited so advance registration is requested at https://www.womansclubofalbany.com/event-3455537 Donations to the porch repair fund are appreciated. Please note that the Woman’s Club is not currently handicap accessible. STARLAB: Inflatable Planetarium (Wednesday, August 14th, 6pm) Journey through space and time in the Starlab, exploring the universe and ancient cultures. Planetarium Adventures brings the Starlab Learning Dome to inspire curious young minds. The Starlab, a portable planetarium, is an interactive teaching tool disguised as a ”spacedome”. The visual impact in the Starlab is guaranteed to capture the attention and enthusiasm of kids and adults alike while teaching them astronomy. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. OUT OF THIS WORLD ART: (Wednesdays, 2pm, until August 14th) Kids can explore some art processes in this fun afternoon program. A different project each week! Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. ROAST PORK/ LIVER & ONIONS DINNER: 4:306:30 pm, Wednesday August 14, Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. Soup Du Jour, Tossed Salad, Roast Pork Loin, Liver and Onions, Mashed Potatoes, Bread Stuffing, Vegetables, Dessert Rolls and Butter, Coffee, Tea. Donation Requested: Adults $12.00, Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $11.00, Children 5 -12 $8.00, Under 5 Free, Takeouts $12.00. Cash Bar Available. GHOSTLY ENCOUNTERS WITH BEN FRANKLIN: Wednesday - Saturday evenings at 7:45 and 9 p.m. on the grounds of the Old Fort House Museum, 29 Broadway, Fort Edward. $15.00 tickets at Ye Old Fort Diner and at the door. Rain cancels. 518 488-7560 for information. Thursday, Aug.15 GLOBAL GOURMANDS: (Thursday, August 15th, 2pm) Devour knowledge on every level! Youths are invited to take a taste of another country’s culture with Universal Yums’ snack box, all while learning about that particular land! Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. CRAFTING WITH YOUR LIBRARY: (Thursday, August 15th, 6pm) All supplies provided. Register on our website’s calendar. Ages 12 & up. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. AROUND THE WORLD ENRICHMENT HOUR: (Thursdays 10am, until August 15th) Explore the world with this fun story time infused with learning! Join us for a story, activities, crafts, and open play! Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. HEALTH, HISTORY & HORSES CHARITY GALA: Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to established charities in Saratoga & Warren/Washington Counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. Thursday, August 15, 2019. 6:00-9:00pm, Longfellow’s Restaurant, 500 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs. Complimentary Beer & Wine the 1st hour. Hot and cold food stations, Cash Bar, Live Music, Silent Auction & 4 Seasons Basket Raffle. Cost: $75.00 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets: www. ladiesofcharitysaratoga.com. Contact Ann at 518- 5875906 Attire: Summer Festive. GHOSTLY ENCOUNTERS WITH BEN FRANKLIN: Wednesday - Saturday evenings at 7:45 and 9 p.m. on the grounds of the Old Fort House Museum, 29 Broadway, Fort Edward. $15.00 tickets at Ye Old Fort Diner and at the door. Rain cancels. 518 488-7560 for information. MUSEUM CHILDREN’S PROGRAM: “Decorate a Horseshoe Photo Frame:” Explore the different types of shoes horses can wear then decorate your own horseshoe photo frame. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8. Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: Free with paid adult admission. National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs. For more information, please call (518)-584-0400 or visit www.racingmuseum.org. BARBERSHOP ON BROADWAY: The Racing City Chorus returns to Broadway, Saratoga Springs for six consecutive Thursday evenings from July 25-August 29 during Racing Season to entertain summer crowds with their A Cappella “Barbershop-style” singing. Performances will begin at 7pm and continue at a variety of downtown venues until 9pm. After their weekly lineup of Broadway appearances, the group will visit the Olde Bryan Inn for an “After-Glow Party” that will include food and drink specials and an informal continuation of their A Cappella entertainment. For information on the Racing City Chorus or the upcoming Barbershop on Broadway schedule, call 518-504-7464 or visit www.racingcitychorus.org. OPEN JOB INTERVIEWS: St. Anne Institute will hold Open Job Interviews on Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Interviews will be held in the Catena Conference Center at 160 North Main- Avenue, Albany, NY 12206. There are job openings in: Education, Early Childhood Education, Residential, Clinical, Medical Clinic, Maintenance, Evening Reporting Center, Runaway & Homeless Shelter, and the Therapeutic Innovative Program. For information call: 518⁄437-6500 (www.stanneinstitute.org). CHAPMAN MUSEUM: Thursday, August 15 at 6:00 pm Walking Tour of Downtown Glens Falls Guided by Architect Bob Joy Fee: $15/ person. Space is limited; reservations are recommended. Call 518-793-2826 for details. The Chapman Museum is located at 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls. For more information call (518) 793-2826. EMERGING CHOREOGRAPHERS PROJECT: Anna Pillot presents the third annual Emerging Choreographers Project at the Cohoes Music Hall, 58 Remsen Street Cohoes, NY, on Thursday and Friday August 15th and 16th at 7:30pm. This year’s performances feature work of 8 area choreographers including Alaina McCreary, Dorothy Boice, Caitlin Abram, Laura Teeter, Louisa Barta, Sara Senecal, Shannon McConnell, and Whitney Wilson. Emerging Choreographers Project provides funding and performance opportunities for up and coming regional choreographers to showcase new work and receive feedback in an intimate setting, and creates both access to and conversation about dance within the Capital Region community. This event is free, family friendly, and The Cohoes Music Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities.

Friday, Aug. 16

PRE-K PLAYDATE: (Fridays 10am) Meet up with other families and play with our large selection of toys and craft supplies. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. LEGO CLUB: (Fridays 2pm) In this drop-in program kids are invited to enjoy our large selection of Legos. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-6956641. GHOSTLY ENCOUNTERS WITH BEN FRANKLIN: Wednesday - Saturday evenings at 7:45 and 9 p.m. on the grounds of the Old Fort House Museum, 29 Broadway, Fort Edward. $15.00 tickets at Ye Old Fort Diner and at the door. Rain cancels. 518 488-7560 for information. AUTHOR TALK AND BOOK SIGNING: “Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown” author talk and book signing with Jennifer Kelly. Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Hall of Fame. Cost: Free to attend, books available for purchase. National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs. For more information, please call (518)-584-0400 or visit www.racingmuseum.org. EMERGING CHOREOGRAPHERS PROJECT: Anna Pillot presents the third annual Emerging Choreographers Project at the Cohoes Music Hall, 58 Remsen Street Cohoes, NY, on Thursday and Friday August 15th and 16th at 7:30pm. This year’s performances feature work of 8 area choreographers including Alaina McCreary, Dorothy Boice, Caitlin Abram, Laura Teeter, Louisa Barta, Sara Senecal, Shannon McConnell, and Whitney Wilson. Emerging Choreographers Project provides funding and performance opportunities

for up and coming regional choreographers to showcase new work and receive feedback in an intimate setting, and creates both access to and conversation about dance within the Capital Region community. This event is free, family friendly, and The Cohoes Music Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities. FINCH ROBOT WORKSHOP: (Friday, August 16th, 2pm) Kids are invited to learn to code with the Finch robots. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. Saturday, Aug. 17 SARATOGA ARTS CELEBRATION: Come get inspired and Enjoy the Visual and Performing Arts at the 11th Annual Saratoga Arts Celebration at the National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame, taking place on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18 from 10 am to 5 pm, rain or shine. Admission to the Saratoga Arts Celebration is free. There is ample free parking. The Dance Museum, located at 99 S. Broadway is easy to reach via Exit 13N on I-87. For more information, visit Saratoga Arts Celebration. org or GordonFineArts.org. CONCERT: Middle Grove United Methodist Church is hosting a concert by Tammy Renee on Sat Aug 17 from 7-9pm. Light refreshment will be offered. A love offering will be taken. Church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd. (corner of Middle Grove Rd. & North Creek Rd). END OF SUMMER PARTY: (Saturday, August 17th, 1pm) All good things must come to an end; for 6 weeks we read, filled out bingo sheets, and attended programs, and now it’s time to say goodbye to summer. There will be prize drawings and snacks! Open to all ages. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Schuylerville. 518-695-6641. GHOSTLY ENCOUNTERS WITH BEN FRANKLIN: Wednesday - Saturday evenings at 7:45 and 9 p.m. on the grounds of the Old Fort House Museum, 29 Broadway, Fort Edward. $15.00 tickets at Ye Old Fort Diner and at the door. Rain cancels. 518 488-7560 for information. SATURDAY MORNING SOCIAL: Join Museum staff and special guests for a casual discussion of the day’s racing action at Saratoga and other tracks throughout the country. Featuring “Justify: 111 Days to Triple Crown Glory” book signing with author Lenny Shulman and “Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown” book signing with author Jennifer Kelly. Featuring “Saratoga Saturdays” handicapping with Tom Amello and Trackfacts at 10:40 a.m. Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books available for purchase. National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs. For more information, please call (518)-584-0400 or visit www.racingmuseum.org. HOT FIDDLERS, HOT FORGES, HOT FUDGE: The Adirondack Folk School cordially invites you to our second year of “HOT FIDDLES, HOT FORGES, HOT FUDGE!!” Join us and pull up a chair and listen to the sweet sounds of the Fiddle Club of Maple Ave., the Saratoga High School and Mac Petrequin’s Bluegrass Band. Watch our world class blacksmiths at their annual Rendezvous, working in our forge! Make-your-own ice-cream sundae social in the school all afternoon! $2.00 each! Admission: Free. Date: Saturday August 17. Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Place: The Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. Phone: 518-6962400. www.adirondackfolkschool.org. NURSERY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Open House at Clifton Park Nursery School, Saturday August 17th 10AM-12PM, Bring the kids and come play. Tour our amazing cooperative nursery school and find out how you can instill a love of learning in your child that will last a lifetime! Visit www. clifton park nursery school. org. Tours by appointment. Contact cliftonparknurseryschool@gmail.com. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours only include sharing the history of the Trask family, the mansion and the history of Yaddo Gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led Tours begin at 11 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays beginning June 15 through Sept. 1., 2019 and on Tuesdays during the racing season. (No Tours on Travers Day). Meet at the main fountain near the entrance to the garden. Tours last about one hour/cost is $10 per person. Private docentled garden tours may be arranged at a date and time convenient to a group. For more information, contact Yaddo at (518) 584-0746 or at www.yaddo.org

Sunday, Aug. 18

SARATOGA ARTS CELEBRATION: Come get inspired and Enjoy the Visual and Performing Arts at the 11th Annual Saratoga Arts Celebration at the National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame, taking place on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18 from 10 am to 5 pm, rain or shine. Admission to the Saratoga Arts Celebration is free. There is ample free parking. The Dance Museum, located at 99 S. Broadway is easy to reach via Exit 13N on I-87. For more information, visit Saratoga Arts Celebration. org or GordonFineArts.org. GRANDMA’S TABLE: The Glens Falls Collaborative & LARAC will again be serving up a large scale, family style dinner on Maple Street in Downtown Glens Falls on Sunday, August 18, with seating at 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person and can be purchased at the Charles R. Wood Theater Box Office or online at www.glensfallsgrandmastable.com. Enjoy a family style, al fresco dinner in beautiful Downtown Glens Falls. The Glens Falls Farmers’ Market will provide most of the fresh, locally grown ingredients. Local restaurants including Morgan and Co., Farmacy, Juicin’ Jar, Lake George Olive Oil, and Roxy Cakes will provide expert preparation. The Queensbury Hotel will open up Park 26 for drinks. Your friends and neighbors will be your servers. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of food and fellowship. Seating for the dinner will begin at 4 p.m on Maple Street between The Queensbury Hotel and Glens Falls City Park. Proceeds of this event benefit LARAC, the Glens Falls Collaborative, and the Glens Falls Farmers Market. For more information, visit facebook.com/downtownglensfalls and www.glensfallsgrandmastable.com. HORSE FARM TOUR: Join us for a free Saratoga County Horse Farm tour on Sunday, Aug. 18.The community is invited for a drive-it-yourself tour of select horse farms around the county; several local farms have graciously agreed to open their doors to the public from 12 - 4 PM. This tour is a wonderful opportunity to personally meet some of the farm owners and horses that make the Saratoga area so unique. This farm tour will be fun and educational for the whole family and a perfect way to spend a summer Sunday afternoon. Horse lovers and families will delight in meeting the different breeds of horses and get a behind the scenes look at the horses that are frequently our neighbors here in Saratoga County. The horse farms featured this year on the tour are: Avanti Stable of Greenfield Center, Cross Timbers Ranch of Middle Grove, Mill

Creek Farm of Stillwater and McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds of Saratoga Springs. For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County at 518-885-8995. Tour information can also be found at http://ccesaratoga. org/agriculture/cce-equine/ horse-farm-tour. BREAKFAST BUFFET: Sunday, August 4 & 18, 8:30-11:00 a.m. Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. Eggs to order, fruit cocktail, french toast/pancakes, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, sausage gravy and biscuits, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee and tea. Donation Requested: Adults $9.00, Seniors(62 Years) and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $8.00, Children 5 -12 $7.00, Under 5 Free, Takeouts $9.00. Call (518) 5842585 for more information. WALKING TOUR: “The Good Life: North Broadway” Executive Director of SSPF, Samantha Bosshart, will lead a tour of the grand Queen Annes along this famed corridor. Meet at: NW Corner of North Broadway & Van Dam Street (Witt Construction). All Sunday morning tours start at 10:30 a.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. The cost per tour is $7 for SSPF members and $10 for non-members. Requires walking & standing and covers varied terrain. Buy a ticket for four tours and receive the fifth tour free. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary. For more information or to make a reservation, please call the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation at (518) 587-5030, visit www. saratogapreservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours only include sharing the history of the Trask family, the mansion and the history of Yaddo Gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led Tours begin at 11 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays beginning June 15 through Sept. 1., 2019 and on Tuesdays during the racing season. (No Tours on Travers Day). Meet at the main fountain near the entrance to the garden. Tours last about one hour/ cost is $10 per person. Private docent-led garden tours may be arranged at a date and time convenient to a group. For more information, contact Yaddo at (518) 584-0746 or at www.yaddo. org