Calendar 8-11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22 at the ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave. Saratoga Springs. Eggs made to order, toast, pancakes, French toast, home fries, hash, breakfast sausage, bacon, sausage gravy and biscuits, coffee, juice, pastries, fruit cock

Friday, Sept. 20 DOWNSIZING SEMINAR: Academy for Lifelong Learning Downsizing Seminar, SUNY Empire State College, 113 West Ave, Room 143, Saratoga Springs, 10amnoon, Downsizing Your Home and Belongings the Most Effective Way with George Heigel. Are you thinking of downsizing your belongings or helping a parent or a friend move? We’ll cover all the options: planning, selling, values, where to place items, moving services, resources, methods, donations to charities and more! George will make it simple and easy. Lose the stress, remove the frustration, and receive more value for your belongings working with a professional. Cost is $10. Open to the public. All proceeds support Academy programs. For more information or to preregister, call the Academy at 5872100 ext. 2390, www.esc. edu/alll. CHURCH FUNDRAISER: Christ Episcopal Church fundraiser at Wilton Friendly’s. Eat at Friendly’s anytime on September 20th, and mention Christ Church to your server and Friendly’s will donate 20% of your check to Christ Episcopal Church of Ballston Spa to benefit their mission trip to Belize. Call 518 587-3837 for more info. GHOST IN THE YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Experience the spirit(s) of the gardens, feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth! Share in the spiritual intrigue from the Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors! “Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours” will be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 PM September 13th through October 27th. Tours do not include the mansion. Docent led tours last approximately one hour and begin at the parking lot, cost is $10/ person. Private docent led tours may be arranged at a date convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo (518)584 -0746 or www. Yaddo.org for more information. CLAY NIGHT OUT: a onetime evening wheel throwing class for adults. Saratoga Clay Arts Center has created a one-time clay class for adults who are interested in an experience and trying wheel-throwing for the first time. Join us for a fun night out with friends, family or a

CALENDAR@SARATOGIAN.COM. date! The evening will start at 7pm with a wheel throwing demonstration, followed by an opportunity for you to learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel. The class is being offered on the following upcoming Friday evenings: August 2, August 23, September 6, September 20 at 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville. Bring a friend, BYOB, and enjoy the evening. Limited to the first 12 people to register. $45 per person. Visit Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s website at www.saratogaclayarts.org for more details on programs, registration dates and fee details. Register today for some messy, exhilarating, creative fun! 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, Sept. 21 PANCAKE BREAKFAST

TO BENEFIT CHORUS: The American Legion Adirondack Post 70, 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs will host a pancake breakfast on Saturday, September 21, 2019 between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. to benefit the recently-formed Saratoga Veterans Chorus. In addition to pancakes, menu items will include eggs, bacon, toast, orange juice and coffee. Tickets are $8.00, $4.00 for those 12 years and under and are available at the door. The fundraiser is underwritten by the Adirondack Trust Company, Stewart’s Shops, and Price Chopper/Market 32. The Saratoga Veterans Chorus welcomes both male and female veterans, active duty, reserve and guard service members to enjoy the camaraderie of a cappella singing in a relaxed environment. There are no auditions or public singing required, although there will be opportunities for community performances for those interested. Instruction by a professional choral director. No cost to participate. For more information, contact the Veterans Peer Connection at 518 884-4999 or veteranpeers@gmail.com.

NYS 5- HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: will be offered Saturday, September 21st from 9am to 2pm at the United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $40.00. To Register: call John Rinko at (518) 5842221 or E-Mail RinkoDrivingSchool.com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the United Methodist Church. LIBRARY GRAND OPENING: Galway Public Library will be closed until Sept. 23 to move to the new location, 2112 East St. Galway. Please join us for the Grand Opening of our new building on Sept. 21 at 1:00!

TURKEY DINNER: Turkey Dinner Sept. 21 from 3:30 to 6:00, catered by C&R Restaurant, will be at West Charlton Presbyterian Church, corner of Rt.147 and 67. Tickets $12, eat in or takeout. Women’s Association Bake Sale to be held in conjunction with the Turkey Dinner. We are also offering for sale special holiday decorations left over from rummage sale. All proceeds from the bake sale and sale of decorations will be donated to the church Rose Window project.

TALK SARATOGA: Listen To ‘Talk Saratoga’, this Saturday September 21st from 8-9am on 91.1FM -WSPN Radio. Join host as he welcomes representatives of the Save Morgan Street group. You can also listen live on your computer at http://tunein.com/radio/ WSPN-911-s22928/ Please feel free to call in with questions to 518-580-5783.

HERITAGE HUNTERS: Genealogy and Local History Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, September 21st, at 1 pm at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Tina Post, certified genealogist, will present the program, “Who was the Miss that became Mrs.?” Tina has 20 years of experience in the area of family research. Her program will feature case studies and examine clues that can lead to success in answering this question. Public is welcome. For information call Ginny at 518-885-9309. CAPITAL REGION WALK TO END ALZHEIMERS: Saturday, September 21, 10:00 a.m., Siena College. Register today at: Alz.Org/walk. For more information contact Joe Heaney at: (518) 867-4999 x1679 or joheaney@alz.org.

HERO WALK: The Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region will be hosting the Annual Hero Walk and Run for Autism on Saturday, September 21st from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Schenectady Central

Park. Be a hero and join the Autism Society for a community walk and timed run in support of children and adults with autism in the Capital Region! The Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has served as the region’s premier source of education, advocacy, and support for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their families, friends, and professionals. This family-friendly event includes entertainment, food, and exhibitors, and attendees often create team shirts or hero costumes. The Walk is the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region’s primary source of income. The funds raised here, stay here! www.asgcr.org/events/ hero-walk. GERMANFEST: Saturday, September 21, 1pm-6pm. German band and dancing. Dinner starts 3pm. Traditional German food and dessert. Colonie Elks Lodge #2192, 11 Elks Ln, Latham, NY. For more information, call (518) 785-3557.

CRAFT FAIR: Join the Latham-Colonie Columbiettes, Vendors and Artisans on Saturday September 21st, 2019, 9 am to 4 pm, Rain or Shine! Area crafters and product representatives will include unique jewelry designers, fabric and yarn crafters, paper and wood creations. The Crafter Companies joining us are; Mohawk Enterprises, Our Woodland Studio, Lily, Poppy and Iris, Triple Gems by Melissa, Cornerstone Creations, Barefoot Beads and Gems and Roe Stitch and Sew and representatives from Mary Kay and Paparazzi! Outdoor (popup setups) and Outdoor undercover areas are available for your displays, spaces are 10 ft in length for $25, electricity and Wi-Fi are available for an additional $5 each. Email confirmation of your reservation will be sent upon receipt of non-refundable deposit! For information email klmajer@outlook.com or call 518-272-8831 and online at www.lathamcoloniekofc. com/events. Sunday, Sept. 22 CHURCH BIRTHDAY: The parish of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. 1 Grove St., Schuylerville, will celebrate the church’s 150th birthday on Sunday, September 22 with a service at 11:00 a.m. in the church and a free potluck picnic at noon in the parish house. Anyone with a current or previous connection with the church is welcome to come and share pictures and stories. If you need a ride, call 518-587-9499. BREAKFAST BUFFET:

family and other contemporary visitors! “Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours” will be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 PM September 13th through October 27th. Tours do not include the mansion. Docent led tours last approximately one hour and begin at the parking lot, cost is $10/ person. Private docent led tours may be arranged at a date convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo (518)584 -0746 or www.Yaddo.org for more information. Monday, Sept. 23 FALL WELLNESS WALK: On Monday, September 23rd at 11:00am Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be holding one of its bi-monthly Wellness Walks. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the trails as summer turns into autumn. The Wellness Walks are geared towards gentle exercise and the enjoyment of nature and will be accessible for participants at basic fitness levels. The walk will depart from the Neilmann Trailhead located off of Ruggles Road, just south of Kings Road. Registration is appreciated as the program could be cancelled if there is bad weather. The Wellness Walks are a bi-monthly activity with the next walk scheduled on October 7, leaving from the Edie Road Trailhead. For more information or to register for the program, please call the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org. For up-to-date trail conditions or program information, please visit the Preserve & Park’s website at www.wiltonpreserve.org The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. AARP SMART DRIVER CLASS: September 23, 2019 9 am — 4 pm at Galway Town Hall Rte 147 Galway. For more information and reservations: contact Liz Feulner; 518882-9153. Cost - $20 for AARP members, $25 for non members. Payment by check preferred, although we will accept cash if you have the exact change. Checks payable to AARP, absolutely no credit or debit cards. Open to the public and only 40 seats are available (so this is a first come first served!!!) Lunch pizza will be available on a donation basis. FISHING LOCAL WATERS: Monday September 23, at 7 PM at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, Christian Betit of Green Mountain Angler will speak on Fishing Local Waters: The Hoosic, Walloomsac, and Battenkill Rivers” Sponsored by the Adirondack Chapter of Trout Unlimited. All welcome! For questions, call or email Dick Osborne at 518-598-4380 or dick. rosborn1@gmail.com. Tuesday, Sept. 24 CERT TRAINING: The Town of Malta will be presenting its Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) Class beginning Tuesday, September 24, 2019. This 17-hour course will provide basic knowledge regarding a variety of emergencies you might encounter and what to do in those situations. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive certification and be eligible to join CERT and if you choose not to join the team, it is still very valuable training for you and your family. You will learn CPR, Basic First Aid, How to perform fire suppression for small fires, Search and Rescue and more. There is no fee for this course but you must be a resident of the Town of Malta to enroll. To register, please visit the Town of Malta Parks & Rec website at http://www.maltaparksrec.com or call the Center at 518-899-4411. For more information, please contact Charles Weintraub (Malta CERT Team Leader) at CW@ crkl.com or call the Emergency Management Office at 899-2502. VOTER REGISTRATION DAY: Tuesday, Sep 24th The League of Women Voters will be at the Galway Public Library to register new voters 10:30 to 12:30 and 2:00 to 5:30. HEROES ALL AROUND US: Hear about the fascinating history of Destroyer Escorts, USS SLATER, and the lives of three men who served in the United States Navy during World War II and their relationship to these “trim but deadly” warships at the Town of Ballston Community Library on Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Please register by calling the library at 518-399-8174 or visit toblibrary.sals.edu. FOSTER PARENT MEETING: A Foster Parent Informational Meeting will be held on Sept. 24 at 4 p.m. at the Saratoga County Department of Social Services Building, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa.The department is in need of bilingual parents. The next certification class will be held in the spring. For more information call Jared LeGrand at 518884-4157. SARATOGA STRESS REDUCTION PROGRAM: Join us for the Saratoga Stress Reduction Program, an eightweek Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course taught by Selma Nemer, PhD, and Pierre Zimmerman, MS, in which students learn mindfulness-based meditation as a practice for growth and healing. Our credentialed instructors have taught locally, nationally, and internationally for over 10 years. We have taught over 100 classes in Saratoga with over 3000 graduates. Classes are offered on Tuesday evenings 5:30pm for our fall session beginning September 24th. Class size is limited and we accept some insurances. For more information or to register, please call our offices at 581-3180 ext. 300 or 307. You can also visit our website: www.saratogastressreduction.com. LECTURE LUNCH SERIES: SUNY Adirondack Continuing Education Norman A. Enhorning Lecture and Lunch Series will be held Tuesdays, September 17 - October 8, 2019, 9:30 am – 2:45 pm, Queensbury Campus. The twelve lectures will be presented by SUNY Adirondack distinguished faculty members and local experts. A hot lunch and morning refreshments are included in the $139 price. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, please call the SUNY Adirondack Office of Continuing Education at 518.743.2238, or email conted@sunyacc. edu. To view the lecture schedule in our 2019 Fall catalog under Never Stop Learning, please visit us on line at http://www.sunyacc. edu/continuing-ed. Wednesday, Sept. 25 WATERFORD DEMOCRATS MEETING: The Democratic Committee of Waterford will hold its next general meeting on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 93 Third Street, Waterford, NY. The committee will elect a permanent slate of officers and coordinators for all eight of the town’s election districts. All Democrats are welcomed and encouraged to attend. For further information, contact the Democratic Committee of Waterford at WaterfordDem2018@gmail. com . Find the organization on Facebook at Democratic Party of Waterford. AUTHOR PRESENTATION: Join author and retired Chief of Police Greg Veitch at 1 pm as he presents “The Gangsters of Saratoga,” a history of gambling, crime and corruption in Saratoga Springs. Greg will tell these true stories from his first book All the Law in the World Won’t Stop Them and his soon to be released second book, A Gangster’s Paradise: Saratoga Springs from Prohibition to Kefauver. The presentation will be held at The Summit at Saratoga Senior Community, 1 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs, NY. Please RSVP to 518-4302136 or cdurant@summitseniorlife.com. BASKET RAFFLE: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge Annual Basket Raffle will be held on September 25th at 630pm. The doors will open at 5pm and drawings will start at 6pm. We will have several different baskets and gift cards for your chance to win. Reserved seating is $10 and day of event $12. All proceeds from the event will go to Elks Major Projects and Elks National Foundation. For reserved seating please contact Vicki Brown at 518885-8012 or Carol Turney at 518-522-8076. ELKS DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Chicken & Biscuits Swiss Steak Dinner with soup du jour, Toss Salad, Chicken & Biscuits, Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Rolls and Butter, Dessert, Coffee and Tea. Wednesday September 25, 4:30-6:30 PM Donation: $12.00 Adults, $11.00 Seniors (62 years) & Military(Active or Retired) with ID Card, $8.00 Children 5-12 Children Under 5 Free. $12.00 All Takeouts. Cash Bar Available. 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information. 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. PAYING FOR HIGHER EDUCATION: Recommended for ages 15-18, Wednesday, September 25th, 6pm-8pm – SEFCU Square, 469 State Street, Schenectady. Participants will explore the costs related to funding higher education. Participants will navigate the financial aid process (FASFA) and develop strategies to pay for college by evaluating their current and future financial means as compared to their anticipated financial commitment. They will be exposed to additional financial resources that are available to them. In addition, participants will gain a better understanding of the hidden costs of college. Parents or guardians of the student who will be applying for financial aid are strongly encouraged to attend. Registration is required. Please visit www.sefcu.com/ financialeducation to reserve your spot today! Thursday, Sept. 26 WRITERS GROUP: Galway Public Library’s Writers’ Group will meet at 6:30 at the library, 2112 East St. on September 26th. 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. Friday, Sept. 27 GROWN UP TRY IT: 5-8 p.m. on Friday Sept. 27 at The Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River Street, Troy. Free to all. Do you need an artistic break from your usual day-to-day or a great excuse to leave the kids at home to indulge with your creative side? You’re in luck! The Arts Center is excited to announce the first annual Grown Up Try It: Open House. Start your evening off at Arts Bar! When you are done mingling among friends, join us in a variety of our art studios to engage with our talented teaching arts, learn new skills, share ideas, and explore a sampling of classes offered year round! Plan on trying your hands at pottery, jewelry, woodworking and more. This event is free to attend and we encourage you, your friends, or significant other to get creative with us! www.artscenteronline.org/grownuptryit. 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. WATERCOLOR PORTRAIT WORKSHOP: The UHV Watercolor Society is offering a 2-day workshop on September 27 & 28 by renowned art professor, Yong Chen at the Shirt Factory, 71 Lawrence St, Glens Falls. He will be concentrating on drawing and painting a portrait. The workshop is open to all levels of painters. The cost is $150 members, $175 nonmembers. Payment is due by June 30 – class size limited to 20 Make checks payable to UHVW Society For details and reservations, contact Linda Walker 518-798-0992. GHOST IN THE YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Experience the spirit(s) of the gardens, feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth! Share in the spiritual intrigue from the Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors! “Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours” will be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 PM September 13th through October 27th. Tours do not include the mansion. Docent led tours last approximately one hour and begin at the parking lot, cost is $10/ person. Private docent led tours may be arranged at a date convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo (518)584 -0746 or www.Yaddo.org for more information. Saturday, Sept. 28 MONARCH WALK: On September 28th at 11:00am there will be a guided walk which will focus on the majestic Monarch Butterfly. This event will give participants a chance to look for Monarch butterflies on a nature walk during their peak season just as they begin their migration to Mexico for the winter. The Monarch butterflies love Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park for its many nectar species and its open pine/oak savannah. Participants will cover about a mile of gently rolling terrain leaving from the Camp Saratoga North trailhead located on Scout Road. The walk will not take place if there is rain. This walk is part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble events. For more information about the walk and to register, please contact the Park Office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. For up to date program trail and program information, visit the website at www. wiltonpreserve.org. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. EQUINE PROGRAM FOR VETERANS: On September 28, Long Shadows Farm will hold two sessions in Equine Assisted Gestalt® for veterans and former military service. The coaching will be led by Cindy Aldrich of “Inner Journeys with Horses” and Arlene Lotters of Long Shadows Farm. Both coaches are certified in this gentle restorative experience with horses. The sessions are three hours long and there will two time slots available, 10 AM and 2 PM. There is no charge to the participants. Long Shadows is also seeking sponsors and donors to fund this session and additional programs for veterans, former military service, and their families. Long Shadows is located at 84 Dr Brown Lane in Cambridge. For more information, go to www.LongShadowsHorses. org or contact Arlene Lotters at 518-573-4936. BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS: Cambridge – The New Skete Monasteries invite you and the animal you love to their annual blessing of the animals in celebration of the Feast of Saint Francis. Arrival starts at 2:00 pm, blessing service is at 3:30 pm. Refreshments of the season to follow. All animals must be on a leash or in a secure pen at all times for the safety of the participants and other animals. FREE, open to the public. www. newskete.orgor 518-6773928 ext. 214. VINTAGE CAMPER RALLY & CAR SHOW: Saturday, September 28 11:00am – 3:00pm at McConchie’s Heritage Acres Family Campground 2501 North Line Rd, Galway, Spectators are welcome, $5 per car load! Camping is from Fri, Sept 27th thru Sun, Sept 29th. ANTIQUES SHOW & APPRAISALS: Academy for Lifelong Learning & VFW Antiques Show & Appraisal Day. VFW Post 420 Pavilion & Lawn, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs, 8am-3pm Come and shop the 15 antique & flea market vendors and have your treasures appraised by professional appraiser George Heigel. This rain or shine event is open to the public with lots of parking and concession foods available. Appraisals are $10 each or 3 for $25. Bring your artwork, jewelry, tools, clocks, furniture, bottles, coins, rugs, uniforms, anything old. Proceeds support VFW Post 420 100th Year Anniversary celebration and Academy for Life Long Learning programs. For more information, contact VFW at 584-9686 or Academy for Lifelong Learning at 587-2100 x2390, www.esc. edu/alll. SONGS FOR A MORE SUSTAINABLE SARATOGA: Saturday afternoon, September 28 from 1 pm — 3 pm at Caffè Lena. Join local musicians Rich Clements, Corry Loveday, and Angelina Valente as they each showcase their favorite songs for the benefit of the local, non-profit organization Sustainable Saratoga. Sustainable Saratoga uses education and advocacy to promote sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources for the benefit of current and future generations. Barbara Frank, Consulting Winemaker and Regional Sales Manager of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery will tell us about their award-winning and sustainably produced wines, and you may even want to buy a glass (or two)! Come for an afternoon of beautiful music and good wine to support Sustainable Saratoga’s critical efforts in this community. Tickets for the event can be purchased on Caffè Lena’s website, https://nvite.com/ caffelena/bd597. HALFMOON HARVEST PARADE: The Halfmoon Recreation Department is bringing back the beloved parade. We will be holding the parade on Saturday, September 28th starting at 10am along Harris Road, starting at the intersection of Chester Drive and Harris Rd and ending at the Town Hall. If you or your organization would like to participate in the parade, please go to www.townofhalfmoon-ny. gov/recreation to obtain a parade application. ANGEL NAMES ASSOCIATION MEMORIAL WALK: Angel Names Association’s 14th Annual Memorial Walk is to be held Sept. 28 in Spa State Park. This free event is held annually to raise awareness for pregnancy loss and infant death. We would appreciate any coverage or calendar listings you can provide. Angel Names Association’s Memorial Walk, Sept. 28, 2019, Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs. Columbia Pavilion. Registration/Check In: Noon - 1 p.m. Walk: 1:15 p.m. Nondenominational Memorial Ceremony: 3:30 p.m. To register/for more information: https://www.firstgiving.com/ event/angelnames/ANAWalk-2019/participants. 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. COMMUNITY FUN DAY: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 510 Albany Shaker Road in Loudonville will be having our Ninth Annual Community Fun Day on Saturday September 28th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There will be a free lunch, pony rides and a petting zoo. Also, there will be informational tables representing various organizations in the community like Rite Aid (flu shots), Albany County Department of Aging, Drama Kids, Albany County Substance Abuse Program, RISE (Immigration Program), Kitten Angels, Thrivent Financial, as well as other programs. There is no charge for anything except for the flu shots and you will need to bring your health insurance card. The event is to thank the community for supporting our activities throughout the year. For more information call 458

1562 or visit www.goodshepherdchurchloudonville.org. Sunday, Sept. 29 5K RUN/WALK: Sunday September 29, 2019 - The 5th annual 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Andrew C. Izzo Memorial Fund. Pre-Register at https://runsignup.com/ Race/NY/Galway/ACI5k T-shirts for the first 100 enrollments. Race starts at 9am, registration begins at 8am at the Galway High School parking lot. Certified course, chip timing, awards and refreshments.

GHOST IN THE YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Experience the spiri t(s) of the gardens, feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth! Share in the spiritual intrigue from the Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors! “Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours” will be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 PM September 13th through October 27th. Tours do not include the mansion. Docent led tours last approximately one hour and begin at the parking lot, cost is $10/ person. Private docent led tours may be arranged at a date convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo (518)584 -0746 or www.Yaddo.org for more information.

CANINES CROSSING AT THE PARK: Sunday, September 29th 2019 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dog lovers unite, and join Hudson Crossing Park in celebrating the working dog and all things canine at Canines Crossing at the Park! A fun day out in the sun with local canine search and rescue groups, Guiding Eye service dogs, the Saratoga County K-9 unit, agility dogs, therapy dogs, animal story telling and much more! Attendees are asked to enjoy the event without bringing their own canines. Suggested donation is $5. More information is available at http://www.hudsoncrossingpark.org .

NICK’S RUN: Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation (NFTBHF) in conjunction with the Honsinger Family is proud to announce its 10th Annual Nick’s Run to be Healed 5K on Sunday, September 29th, 2019, at the Clifton Commons in honor of Olivia DeWitt and JP Honsinger, both from Clifton Park. 16-year old JP was diagnosed with Niemann Pick Type C (NPC) disease at age 10. NPC is a rare neuro-degenerative disease that strikes children and is known as childhood Alzheimer’s. 5-year old Olivia was diagnosed with B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia when she was 3 1⁄2 years old. She will complete treatment this fall and is entering kindergarten. Olivia is one of 90 children who are diagnosed every year just in our area. The Town of Clifton Park sponsored event includes a Kids’ Run, a 2-mile Walk, a 5K Run, a Zumba warm-up, a Kids’ Carnival, and more! Day of registration starts at 10am, and dri-fit shirts will be given to those who pre-register by September 6th. Pre-registration ends on Wed., September 25th and the price is $25 ($30 on the day of event). NFTBHF was started in memory of Nick Cammarata, who passed away in October 2008 from leukemia. Register at www. fighttobehealed.org.

SARATOGA GIANT PUMPKINFEST: 10:00 a.m. Event Begins, noon Pumpkin Weighing Begins, Spa State Park - Outside of the Lincoln Baths, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. free, family fun event and support local agriculture. Saratoga Pumpkinfest provides an opportunity for local growers from across Saratoga County, the Capital District and beyond to compete to determine who grew the largest pumpkin, squash, watermelon and more. The fest is an officially sanctioned weigh-off event, overseen by Great Pumpkin Commonwealth (GPC), officiates of weigh-offs for growing competitions throughout the world. This gives our regional competitors the chance to win additional prizes while competing for a world record. For more information go to www.saratogagiantpumpkinfest.org.