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ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Waterford Knights of Columbus - Our buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes, (plain and blueberry) French toast, sausage, bacon, home fries, toast, bagels, pastries, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices, hot chocolate. Take a chance to win the 50⁄50 drawing. Each paid breakfast ticket also enters you in a chance to win a free breakfast at a later date. 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 6th, 2019 and every 1st Sunday of the month. K of C Hall, 76 Grace Street, Waterford - 518-237-9330. $8.00 adult - $4.00 children. Children under 4 free. STORYTELLING AT THE CABARET: Sunday, October 6th is the last chance to hear storytelling at the Cabaret this fall. This time the theme is “Turning Points.” Our Story Circle of the Capital District tellers will be back, along with locals David Bayne, Roc Kauffman and Susanna Bartow. The program so far includes stories about a war veteran, a Jeep in a gravel pit, pioneer women aviators, and “dueling campaign songs.” Join us for an interesting afternoon, coffee and cake included. 2 pm at the Cabaret at the Fort Salem Theater. $10. Info: 518854-3998. 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. Monday,Oct.7 SMALL TREES AND SHRUBS FOR SMALL SPACES: The Southern Saratoga Garden club will host a program on October 7 at 7 PM titled “Small Trees and Shrubs for Small Spaces”. The program will be presented by Amy Howansky, owner of Backyard Solutions, and will take place at Clifton Park Community Center, 6 Clifton Park Common Blvd. Amy is a horticulturist, educator and winning landscape designer. She has been a frequent speaker at the Capital District Flower and Garden Show at Hudson Valley Community College. Participants will learn how to select appropriate plants for small spaces based on their mature size. Amy will answer the question:” What exactly is a dwarf plant? “She will show examples of small trees and shrubs that are perfect for under windows, along sidewalks and near patios. She will show how the trends in real estate affect plant breeding and marketing and vice versa. Also guests will get a glimpse of new cultivars on the market. Light refreshments will be served following the program. The program is free and open to the public but registration is requested since space is limited. Please register at mmmcia@aol.com. Tuesday,Oct.8 LOCAL MAGICIANS: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 PM on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY. We welcome all persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: WWW.SAM24. SYNTHASITE.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, Oct. 9 HAM & MEATLOAF DINNER: 4:30—6:30 pm on Wednesday October 9, 2019 at Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Soup, Tossed Salad, Baked Ham & Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert, Rolls & 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, Oct. 10 NEW PARENT MEETUP: Every Thursday at 10:30, Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-682-4200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www.northshire. com. INTERACTIVE HORSE ART SHOW: Capital Region native and fine art equine photographer Tracey Buyce is hosting an interactive horse art show, allowing the public to meet the beautiful horses starring in her pieces. The interactive evening features Thoroughbreds, Appaloosas, and American Quarter horses alongside the photographs they appear in. Tracey Buyce will be in attendance, discussing all the pieces that will be available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds will be gifted to the New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program. The nation’s largest racehorse adoption program, which was founded in 1992, offers retiring racehorses a safe-haven through placement in experienced homes. More than 6, 000 retired Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds have been placed in qualified homes through the program. The show is scheduled for Thursday, October 10th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at the Trilogy Equestrian Center, located at 161 White Road, Ballston Spa, N.Y. Space is limited. Reserve your spot at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/ tracey-buyce-horse-photography-solo-exhibitiontickets-73153236299. 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. B2B EXPO: 2019 Saratoga County Business-toBusiness Expo, 3:30 - 7 p.m. Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 3:30 to 5:00 Members Only, 5:00 to 7:00 - Non-Member Businesses welcome. Fees/Admission: Complimentary for Saratoga County Chamber Members. $5 for Non-Business members that display a business card. Friday, Oct. 11 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. 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. FISH FRY DINNER: On Friday October 11, 2019, the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus will hold a Fish Fry Dinner. Dinners will be served from 5-7 PM. Menu; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner ($10.00) served with French Fries or Onion Rings and Coleslaw, Coffee, Tea or Hot Chocolate and Dessert. Children $ 4.00. ( 5-10) menu includes Fish Sticks, French Fries or Onion Rings, Applesauce, Juice or Milk. Children Under 5 are Free! $8.00 for a Fish Fry or Clam Roll Only is available also! For information 518 783 0572 or www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/events. STORY TIME: Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-6824200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www. northshire.com. Saturday, Oct. 12 SOUP TO GO & BAKE SALE: Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls (.4 mi S of Rte. 29) is hosting a Soup-to-Go and Bake Sale Saturday October 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Soups are: $6 for Medium Size Container and $10 for Family Size Container. Swing by and stock up on some warm, delicious, comforting soups and baked goods. Any questions call Brenda at 518-885-4794. COMMUNITY DINNER: On Saturday, October 12, 2019, Trinity United Methodist Church,155 Ballard Road, Wilton, NY (1⁄4 mile east of Exit 16 of the Northway), will be having a community lasagna dinner with salad, desserts and beverages. The suggested donation is $10. The dinner is from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. The church is accessible and takeouts are available. GERMAN DINNER: Dinner 4:30pm-6:30pm, St. James’ Episcopal Church, 172 Ottawa Street, Lake George. Take Out Available. Church Phone: 518-668-2001. SUPER BINGO: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting Super Bingo on Saturday October 12th at 1pm. The payout prize will be $2500 along with a $1000 coverage all. The larger the crowd the larger the prize. Doors open at 11am and tickets start selling at 12pm with games beginning at 1pm. We will have concession stand available before and during intermission. This event is open to the public and you must be 18 years or older. All proceeds go to Elks Charities. SOUP SALE: The Galway Emergency Medical Services will hold its 9th Annual Soup Sale on Saturday, October 12 in their building at 2175 Galway Road from 10:00 a.m. until noon. A variety of delicious soups will be available at $6.00 a quart. Come and stock up for the cold winter nights. AUTHOR TALK: “Spectacular Bid: The Last Superhorse of the 20th Century” author talk and book signing with Peter Lee. Time: 11 a.m. Location: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Cost: Free to attend, books available for purchase. 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. Sunday,Oct.13 APPLE PIE SOCIAL: The Wilton Heritage Society will be holding their annual apple pie social on Sunday, October 13th. The time is 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Cost: $5.00 for adults and $3:00 for children. The Society’s address is 5 Parkhurst Road, Wilton, NY. BREAKFAST: Monthly breakfast at the VFW Post 1938, Poplar Avenue, Valley Falls, NY 2nd Sunday of each month from September to June, 8-11 a.m. Menu includes eggs cooked to order, french toast, pancakes, sausage, bacon, toast, potatoes, biscuits with sausage gravy, fruit, juice and coffee. Cost is $8 (age 13 and over), $4 (children 5-12), free (children under 5). THEWAYWEWERECAR SHOW: The 17th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show is Coming in October! The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association (BSBPA) is pleased to announce plans for the 17th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show to be held Sunday, October 13, 2019 from 9 am-4 pm on Front Street in Ballston Spa. The rain date will be October 20. Front Street will be blocked off from Milton Avenue past the Old Iron Springs to accommodate car exhibits and vendors. In addition to food and merchandise vendors, the show will again feature a “Kids Zone”, located by the Old Iron Springs, which will feature free children’s activities. The car show is a judged show and several trophies will be awarded, including Best of Show, Mayor’s Choice, Best Engine, Best Paint, Best Stock, Oldest Vehicle plus the top 3 in specified categories. Judging begins at 9 am with trophies awarded at 3:30 pm. The event is free to spectators. Exhibitors can pre-register by September 30, 2019 for $15 per car or $20 the day of show. All proceeds will benefit BSBPA community activities. Dash plaques will be given to the first 400 cars registered and the first 200 cars registered will receive car show souvenirs. Pre-registration can be completed online at www.ballston.org. A printable, mail in registration form will also be available on the website. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities for the event are also available at ballston.org. For more information, contact the Car Show committee at bspacarshow@ballston.org or the BSBPA at 518 885-2772, info@ballston.org. ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge All You Can Eat Breakfast will return on October 13, 2019 8am to 11am. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, sausage, home fries along with eggs and omelets to order. Adults $7, Seniors $6 and kids 10 & under $5. This is open to the public with profits going to Elks charities For more information please contact Ballston Spa Elks Lodge 518-885-1149. 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. ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: On Sunday October 13th, 2019, the Latham Colonie Council Columbiettes and Knights of Columbus will host their “All You Can Eat Breakfast”! Serving from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Menu includes; Variety of Juices, Rolls, Sweet Breads, an Omelet Station, Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon, Sausage, Cereals, Bananas and Fruit Cup. Adults $9, Children 5-10 $4 and Children Under 5 are Free! Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus is located at 328 Troy, Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. For information 518 783 0572 or www.lathamcolonie.com/events. TROY CHOWDERFEST: 13th Annual Troy ChowderFest, Sunday, October 13, noon to 4 pm, Monument Square & throughout Troy. ChowderFest welcomes over 20,000 chowder-lovers who turn out and vote for some of the best chowder in the area. Centered in Monument Square, guests purchase their tickets, sample a variety of flavors from vendors and travel to the participating Downtown Troy restaurants distributing chowder from their establishments. There are vegetarian and vegan options also and don’t forget about the Chowder Trolley. It’s a full day of fall food, live music, and family fun! Monday, Oct. 14 AUTHOR EVENT: Monday, October 14 at 5 pm - James Riley - The Last Dragon (The Revenge of Magic #2) - Tickets Required. The author of the bestselling Story Thieves series will share his latest children’s novel. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-682-4200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www.northshire. com. Tuesday, Oct. 15 GREENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING: The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will hold its October meeting on Tuesday the 15th at 7:00pm at the Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Road. Our speakers will be Dave and Diane Allen, who will tell the story of how they created an organic lavender farm, Lavenlair Farm, near Whitehall, N.Y. on rolling farmland with an old stone farmhouse dating from 1820. The public is invited to attend. Wednesday, Oct. 16 ILLUSTRATOR EVENT: Wednesday, October 16 at 10:30 am - Story time with Mark Teague - Fly. The illustrator of beloved books including the “How do Dinosaurs” series will share his hilarious new wordless picture book. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-6824200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www. northshire.com. THE BATTLE OF THE PLAINS OF ABRAHAM: Bernard Ouimet, President of La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du NY, will give a presentation on “The Battle of the Plains of Abraham”. Mr. Ouimet, a native of Quebec, will speak on the reasons for the French and Indian War and its most important battle, that took place at the Plains of Abraham. The discussion will also look at the strengths and weaknesses of the British and the French, and the reasons why the French lost the battle. The presentation will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, 7pm, Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park, NY. Sponsored by La Fédération Franco-Américaine du NY, is free and open to the public. Information by calling the library, 518-371-8622 or www.albanyareafrenchclub. com and Facebook. 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. BUDGET BASICS: How to Grow Your Dough with a Personal Spending Plan - Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6:00pm-7:30pm, 469 State St., Schenectady. Specific steps for developing your own spending plan will be reviewed. The 50-30-20 rule for determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals will be applied in this session. The benefits of developing a personal spending plan, how to track income and expenses and strategies for record keeping will be covered through a case study approach. Registration is required. Please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot today! OPEN FORGE NIGHT: Open Forge Night with Steve Gurzler, Wednesday, Oct. 16. 6:30 p.m. Get an introduction to the art of blacksmithing by visiting Adirondack Folk School on any of our Open Forge nights for an amazing demonstration by expert smith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. For those who want to try their hand at blacksmithing and forge an item at open forge, there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials, and safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes, long pants, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied). Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2400. www. adirondackfolkschool.org. Thursday, Oct. 17 RACHAEL RAY MEET AND GREET: Thursday, October 17 at 5 pm - Meet and Greet with Rachael Ray - Rachael Ray. Northshire will present a special meet and greet with celebrity chef and author Rachael Ray. Tickets required. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-6824200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www. northshire.com. NEW PARENT MEETUP: Every Thursday at 10:30, Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-682-4200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www.northshire. com. 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, Oct. 18 STORY TIME: Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information on these or other events, call 518-6824200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit the Northshire Bookstore website at www. northshire.com. 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. 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.