The Saratogian (Saratoga, NY)

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Friday, Nov. 1 AUTHOR EVENT: Friday, November 1 at 6 pm - Kate DiCamillo - Beverly, Right Here - Tickets required - Saratoga City Center. Former National Ambassador for Children’s Literature Kate DiCamillo will discuss the delightful third novel in her “Raymie Nightingal­e” series. Tickets are required for this event. Visit northshire.com for tickets & full event informatio­n.

NANOWRIMO KICKOFF: Noon at Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St, Saratoga Springs in the Glasby Room. Bring your lunch or grab a sandwich from the library café and get started on the novel inside you. A National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) Municipal Liaison will be hosting a write-in and available for questions and encouragem­ent. No registrati­on required.

NORTHEAST SKI & CRAFT BEER SHOWCASE: The Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase will feature an all-new lineup of local and regional brews, wines and cider when it returns to the Albany Capital Center on November 1-3, 2019. The Saratoga Eagle Craft Beer Garden, presented by Great Lakes Brewing Company, will be open Friday from 4 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday from noon to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 3:30 p.m. (must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID). Additional­ly, guests will be able to enjoy two varieties of mimosas, apple cider and orange, on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon. Sampling tickets are $6 for three samples of any craft beer, wine or cider selections (cash only). Sunday mimosa specials are available for $8 per serving. The Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase will take place on Friday, November 1 from 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, November 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, November 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Albany Capital Center is located at 55 Eagle Street in downtown Albany. For more informatio­n about the Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase or to buy tickets visit NortheastS­kiShow.com.

FALL GARAGE AND RUMMAGE SALE: Friday and Saturday, November 1st and 2nd the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church will welcome the season with our annual Fall Garage and Rummage Sale at 175 Fifth Avenue. The sale will take place at church from 9am – 5pm Friday and 9am – 12pm on Saturday. Donated items can be dropped off at the church 9am-7pm October 29th, 30th, and 31st. Please no exercise equipment or heavy tvs. 518.584.3720.

BROOKS BBQ: at Beukendaal FD, 501 Sacandaga Rd., Scotia, on 11/1/19 from 4-7 PM Chicken & Rib Dinners or Chicken & Ribs Only.

NORTHEAST FILMMAKERS LAB: Capital Cinema Cultural Exchange, Inc. (CCCE), a nonprofit filmmaking resource based in Albany,will host the 6th Northeast Filmmakers Lab (NEFL6) November 1 - 3, 2019 at The Linda, WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206.

AUTHOR EVENT: Northshire Bookstore invites you to an evening with beloved children’s book author Kate DiCamillo on Friday, November 1 at 6 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center, as she presents her new novel “Beverly, Right Now.” Tickets are required for this event and space is limited. Saturday, Nov. 2

ETHNIC FOOD, BAKE & TAG SALE: The Ladies Society of St. George Church, South Glens Falls, will hold its annual ethnic food, bake, tag & jewelry sale on Saturday, November 2 nd from 9 am – 2 pm at the Parish Center, corner of 55 Main Street and Second Street. Featured will be homemade foods and desserts: Syrian, Greek, Romanian, German, Polish, American; household and holiday items, furniture, clothing, collectibl­es, books, toys and jewelry. Refreshmen­ts will be available. Free parking and admission. For more informatio­n, call the church at 518-792-2359.

PHOTO SHARE EVENT: Corinth Town Historian Rachel Clothier of the Corinth Museum will be at the Corinth Free Library on Saturday November 2 from 2-4pm. People are invited to bring their old photos of Corinth and the surroundin­g area for a photo share event. In addition to sharing the photos with other local history buffs, Mrs. Clothier will scan the photos into the Corinth Museum’s database.

The Corinth Museum posts one photo a night on their Facebook page. The Museum’s many fans eagerly await these posts. For more informatio­n, contact the Corinth Free Library by stopping in at 89 Main St. or calling 518654-6913.

NORTHEAST SKI & CRAFT BEER SHOWCASE: The Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase will feature an all-new lineup of local and regional brews, wines and cider when it returns to the Albany Capital Center on November 1-3, 2019. The Saratoga Eagle Craft Beer Garden, presented by Great Lakes Brewing Company, will be open Friday from 4 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday from noon to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 3:30 p.m. (must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID). Additional­ly, guests will be able to enjoy two varieties of mimosas, apple cider and orange, on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon. Sampling tickets are $6 for three samples of any craft beer, wine or cider selections (cash only). Sunday mimosa specials are available for $8 per serving. The Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase will take place on Friday, November 1 from 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, November 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, November 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Albany Capital Center is located at 55 Eagle Street in downtown Albany. For more informatio­n about the Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase or to buy tickets visit NortheastS­kiShow.com.

FALL GARAGE AND RUMMAGE SALE: Friday and Saturday, November 1st and 2nd the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church will welcome the season with our annual Fall Garage and Rummage Sale at 175 Fifth Avenue. The sale will take place at church from 9am – 5pm Friday and 9am – 12pm on Saturday. Donated items can be dropped off at the church 9am-7pm October 29th, 30th, and 31st. Please no exercise equipment or heavy tvs. 518.584.3720.

MODEL RAILROADIN­G OPEN HOUSE: Open House sponsored by Hudson-Berkshire, one of the most active Divisions in the National Model Railroad Associatio­n welcoming current, old and especially prospectiv­e members. Learn all about model railroadin­g, in all scales. See awesome model railroad in action. Celebrate “National Model Train Month.” Pizza and refreshmen­ts will be served. 4026 Ryan Place. 12 – 5 PM. Come whenever you’d like, stay for as long as you wish. (585) 506-2680, benlmaggi@hotmail.com.

TALK SARATOGA: Listen To ‘Talk Saratoga’, Saturday Nov. 2 from 8-9 am on 91.1FM -WSPN Radio. Guest: DPW candidate Dillon Moran. You can also listen live on your computer at http:// tunein.com/radio/WSPN911-s22928/ Please feel free to call in with questions to 518-580-5783. If you miss the show, listen to the podcast anytime at www. saratogabr­oadcasting.com.

CRAFT FAIR: Annual Corpus Christi Craft Fair on Sat, Nov 2 from 9 to 4:30 and on Sun, Nov 3 from 9 to 1 (DST). Thirty-three (33) vendors will show their wares. The “Church Mice” of Corpus Christi will also be selling their hand crafted items. The day will include a Bake Sale, Morning Café, light lunch with homemade soup and pizza, until 2 p.m. (No lunch will be served on Sunday.) Raffles of unique prizes and children’s activities are also on the schedule. Ample parking is available. Corpus Christi is located at 2001 Route 9 and Ushers Road, Round Lake (east of Exit 10 of the Northway and North of Route 146). Contact Dotty Kania at 518877-7132 with questions.

HAM HARVEST SUPPER: On Saturday, November 2, the Annual Ham Harvest Supper will be continuous­ly served from 4:30 to 6:00 pm at Old Saratoga Reformed Church at the corner of Pearl and Burgoyne Streets in Schuylervi­lle. The menu is: Baked ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, squash, green beans, Dutch Kraut, rolls and butter, homemade apple and pumpkin pies, beverages. Price for adults is $12.00, $6.00 for children 5-12, and free for children under 5. Take-outs are available. Reservatio­ns are recommende­d by calling 518-695-6638 (or the church at 518- 695-3479, M-F, 9 am-12 noon.)

ARTS, CRAFTS & GIFT FAIR: The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation will be hosting their annual Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair on Saturday, November 2nd from 9-3 p.m. at the Malta Community Center located at 1 Bayberry Drive, just off Route 9, 1⁄2 mile north of Routes 9 and 67. Over 65 vendors will be on hand for your holiday shopping pleasure. This highly attended show has free admission and free parking. Call the center at 518-899-4411 for additional informatio­n.

HARVEST HAM DINNER & COUNTRY STORE: Saturday November 2 - 3:30 - 6:30, Galway United Methodist Church, Village of Galway/ Rt 147/Sacandaga Road. Adults $12/Seniors $10/ Children 6-12 $5. Five and under - free. Homemade Ham, Creamed potatoes, Squash, Coleslaw, Applesauce, Pickles, Rolls, Pie and Beverage/Takeouts available. Questions: 882-6520.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting a Holiday Craft/ Vendor Fair on November 2, 2019 10am to 3pm. If you are interested in table space please contact Shelly Bessey at 5187918013 or by email at bpoevendor­craftfair@gmai.com for an applicatio­n. All proceeds go to Wreaths Across America.

CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR: Onesquetha­w Reformed Church, located at 11 Groesbeck Rd. in Feura Bush, will host a variety of crafters and vendors from 9 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2. There will also be a bake sale, and chili and soup for lunch. Proceeds benefit the Camp Fowler Youth Scholarshi­p Fund.

GRAVEL GOBBLER: 2019 Gravel Gobbler - Saturday, November 2, 2019, S&S Farm Brewery, Nassau. Are you looking for a fun, relaxed end-of-season event where it’s all about the ride, some gourmet food, craft beer and conversati­on with friends afterward? Sounds pretty good, right? What if we said your registrati­on fee goes to the Regional Food Bank of Northeaste­rn New York to help people in our community. Sounds even better. Fantastic bike riding on quiet country roads, followed by food, drink and laughs afterward plus helping others in the community. An unbeatable combo! Join the Mohawk Hudson Cycling Club for its second annual Gravel Gobbler ride on Saturday, November 2, to benefit the Regional Food Bank of Northeaste­rn New York. With two gravel rides of 23 and 38 miles, plus a road route of 31 miles, you’re sure to find the perfect loop. Pedal through the rolling countrysid­e around Nassau, New York, and cruise quiet roads past farms, scenic vistas and country estates. This year’s event features a new 23-mile route and on-site mechanical support offered by Karl Miller and his Velofix mobile repair shop. Start and finish your ride at S&S Farm Brewery in Nassau. After you finish, enjoy a craft beer and great food selections from Gourmeli’s Taste food truck. Remember to bring some extra cash for your beer and food. Trust us, you won’t want to miss the relaxed vibe at S&S after your bike ride. Relaxing with friends and a S&S beverage after your ride is the perfect way to celebrate your

celebrate your late season achievemen­t. Registrati­on is $25 per rider and is tax deductible. Register on BikeReg.com. https://www.bikereg.com/gravel-gobbler.

NORTHEAST FILMMAKERS LAB: Capital Cinema Cultural Exchange, Inc. (CCCE), a non-profit filmmaking resource based in Albany, will host the 6th Northeast Filmmakers Lab (NEFL6) November 1 - 3, 2019 at The Linda, WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206.

INTRO TO SOAPMAKING: Introducti­on to Soap Making with a Vegan Twist with Roberta Devers-Scott. Saturday November 2, 1⁄2 day. 9am-12pm. Tuition $55. Member Tuition $45. Materials fee $15. This class is an introducti­on to the cold process method of soap making. Students will get a lesson in lye safety and will participat­e in the making of a soap with an emphasis on a cruelty free, no animal product recipe for Vegans. Students will leave with a loaf of soap that will yield about eight bars. Finally, while this is an introducto­ry class, there will be discussion about ways to acquire further knowledge/skills. Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2400. www. adirondack­folkschool.org.

STENCILED PLACEMATS: Stenciled Place Mats with Janet Flinchbaug­h. Saturday November 2, 9am-4pm. Tuition $105. Member Tuition $85. Materials fee $40. Students will be measuring and cutting primed canvas for place mats. Of the four place mats students will be taking home, three will be pre-measured, cut and pressed, and the student will be able to measure, cut and press the fourth to understand the process. Students will then sand all their mats before learning to cut their stencils and practicing on scrap material before moving on to painting their place mats. This class is open to all students ages 12 and up. Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2400. www.adirondack­folkschool.org. Sunday, Nov. 3

AUTHOR EVENT: Sunday, November 3 at 5 pm - Christophe­r McDougall Running with Sherman: The Donkey with the Heart of a Hero - Tickets Required. The author of the wildly popular bestseller “Born to Run” will share his latest - a funny and insightful book about training a rescued donkey to be his running partner. Visit northshire.com for tickets & full event informatio­n. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

NORTHEAST SKI & CRAFT BEER SHOWCASE: The Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase will feature an all-new lineup of local and regional brews, wines and cider when it returns to the Albany Capital Center on November 1-3, 2019. The Saratoga Eagle Craft Beer Garden, presented by Great Lakes Brewing Company, will be open Friday from 4 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday from noon to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 3:30 p.m. (must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID). Additional­ly, guests will be able to enjoy two varieties of mimosas, apple cider and orange, on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon. Sampling tickets are $6 for three samples of any craft beer, wine or cider selections (cash only). Sunday mimosa specials are available for $8 per serving. The Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase will take place on Friday, November 1 from 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, November 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, November 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Albany Capital Center is located at 55 Eagle Street in downtown Albany. For more informatio­n about the Northeast Ski & Craft Beer Showcase or to buy tickets visit NortheastS­kiShow.com.

BREAKFAST BUFFET: Sunday, Nov. 3 and 17, 8:30-11:00 am at 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) 584-2585 for more informatio­n.

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Waterford Knights of Columbus will host a buffet featuring its 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 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, November 3rd, 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).

VETERANS BALL: The fourth annual Veterans Ball is scheduled for 5 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Hall of Springs, located at 108 Avenue of the Pines. The event, a fundraiser for the Veterans & Community Housing Coalition, will include dinner, live music, a cash bar and a silent auction. Tickets are available online at www.brownpaper­tickets.com/event/4089627.

NORTHEAST FILMMAKERS LAB: Capital Cinema Cultural Exchange, Inc. (CCCE), a non-profit filmmaking resource based in Albany,will host the 6th Northeast Filmmakers Lab (NEFL6) November 1 - 3, 2019 at The Linda, WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206.

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: An English Country Dance will be held on November 3 at Channing Hall of the First Unitarian Universali­st Church, 405 Washington Avenue, Albany 12206. Dances will be called and taught by Tom Amessé. Live music will be by Carol Compton and Thal Aylward. The Dance will be held 2 -5 PM, an Introducto­ry Workshop is at 1:30 PM. All are welcome, no experience or partner is necessary. Admission is $12 at the door, $10 members. The Dance is sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers (For informatio­n: www.danceflurr­y.org/capital-english or 477-5684).

WOODCARVIN­G: Woodcarvin­g Old World St. Nick with Rick and Ellen Butz. Sunday November 3, 10am4pm. Tuition $175. Member Tuition $155. Materials fee $10. Just in time for Christmas learn to carve and paint a Bavarian St. Nicklaus in a style learned from the instructor’s father. Topics covered will include carving faces, tool selection, sharpening and safe carving techniques. All tools and materials are provided, but if the students have their own carving tools and small paintbrush­es, they may bring them if they wish. This class is recommende­d for beginning and intermedia­te woodcarver­s, ages 16 and up. NOTE: Students may bring their own woodcarvin­g tools if they have them, but it is not required. Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 6962400. www.adirondack­folkschool.org. Monday, Nov. 4

GALWAY PRESERVATI­ON SOCIETY: The next meeting of the Galway Preservati­on Society will be on November 4th at 7:00 at Galway Town Hall. The program will feature “High Rock to High Stakes” - the history of Saratoga from the discovery of mineral water springs in the late 1700s to the start of gambling in the early 1900s, presented by Charles Kuenzel. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. with a social time, refreshmen­ts and very brief business meeting. The public is invited to attend. For more informatio­n, visit our website at www.galwaypres­ervationso­ciety.org.

SARATOGA RETIRED TEACHERS: Saratoga Retired Teachers will meet on Monday, November 4, at noon at Longfellow­s Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Rte. 9P), Saratoga Springs. For membership informatio­n and luncheon reservatio­ns, call 518-587-5356. Tuesday, Nov. 5

THE ESSENTIAL ERNEST HOLMES CLASS: 10 Tuesdays, beginning November 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. This class explores the life-transformi­ng lectures and writings of 20th century mystic and metaphysic­al teacher Ernest Holmes. Engage in this study with like-minded truth-seekers and explore how Holmes practical spirituali­ty can be employed in your own life. Required textbook: “The Essential Ernest Holmes.” Required student workbook is $9 and available from the class facilitato­r. Suggested donation: $20 per class. Hosted by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures at Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. For more informatio­n, visit our meetup.com group or call (518) 366-9918.

NETWORKING BREAKFAST: The Ballston Spa Business & Profession­al Associatio­n will be sponsoring a Networking Breakfast on Tuesday, November 5 from 7:30-8:30 am, hosted by Nomad Coffee & Crepes, 80 Milton Avenue in Ballston Spa. The venue is small and cozy, so be sure to reserve your spot soon. Cost for the breakfast is $5 with advance reservatio­n—preregistr­ation/prepayment is available at www.ballston.org or RSVP to info@ ballston.org and pay at the door. Non-reserved walkins that morning are $10. Business and community members are welcome; you do not need to be a BSBPA member to attend this event. Membership informatio­n will be available. The BSBPA sponsors networking breakfasts the first Tuesday of every month throughout the year at different BSBPA member locations.

CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER: Election Day Chicken & Biscuit Dinner and Bake Sale at Middle Grove United Methodist Church, Tues., Nov 5 from 4-7pm or until sold out. Eat in or take out. Dinner includes: homemade chicken & biscuit, homemade cranberry relish, peas, beverage, homemade apple crisp. Tickets: $11 for adults, $6.00 for children ages 5-10 yrs, FREE for children ages 5 and younger. Don’t forget to check out our Bake Sale! Church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd. (corner of Middle Grove & North Creek Rd).

ELECTION DAY DINNER: Charlton Freehold Presbyteri­an Church November 5, 4-6:30pm Election Day Chicken ‘n’ Biscuit Dinner. Eat In or Take out. Chicken ‘n’ Biscuit, gravy, mixed vegetables, cranberry sauce, beverage, variety of cakes for dessert. Adults: $10; Age 5-10 $5; Under Age 5: Free. 20% of proceeds will be donated to Regional Food Bank of Northeaste­rn New York’s Back-Pack Program. PIE SALE: Annual Election Day Pie Sale at Beukendaal FD Ladies Auxiliary at 501 Sacandaga Rd., Scotia, on 11/5/19 from 6 AM to 9 PM (or unless we sell out before 9). Pies are ALL Homemade by the Ladies Auxiliary Apple, Apple Crumb, Cherry, Blueberry, Pecan, Pumpkin, to name a few.

SHOULDER REPLACEMEN­TS: November 5 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Saratoga Hospital First Floor Classroom, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs. Join Dr. George Silver of OrthoNY for an open discussion on shoulder replacemen­ts and recovery. Dr. Silver will address the types of shoulder replacemen­ts, pre-op/post-op procedures, and rehabilita­tion. There will be a question and answer session at the end of the seminar. All events are offered free of charge. Registrati­on is required. Please call 518-580-2450 or register online at www. saratogaho­spital.org/ Event/shoulder-replacemen­ts-11-05-19.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND BAKE SALE: Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls, (.4 mi s of Rte 29) is hosting an Ice Cream Social and Bake Sale on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, from 4 pm to 7 pm. $2 for children 12 and under; $4 for adults. So vote and celebrate or just join us! Wednesday, Nov. 6

OLDE SARATOGA SENIORS MEETING: The Olde Saratoga Seniors will be meeting on Wed, Nov 6 at noon at Town Hall, Spring St., Schuylervi­lle. It will be a casserole luncheon. All veterans are invited along with all seniors. Entertainm­ent will be provided. Members please bring a dish to share. Also money for dues, xmas party and trip are due. For more informatio­n contact Pat at 518-338-2329.

LUNCHTIME MEDITATION: at the Saratoga Springs Public Library with Pierre Zimmerman, 49 Henry St, first and third Wednesday each month (12:30pm). Drop-ins welcome. Free and open to all.

SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS WHEN A LOVED ONE HAS DIED: November 6 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Saratoga Hospital C-1 Conference Room, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs. When your heart is broken by grief, the holiday season promises more pain, and even the desire to simply skip the whole thing. If you are a grieving adult stressing about how to survive “the most wonderful time of the year,” join us to learn practical ideas and tips to make the holiday season a little easier. All events are offered free of charge. Registrati­on is required. Please call Jean Malone, LMHC, at 518-886-5210.

UNDERSTAND­ING & MANAGING CREDIT: Nov. 6, 6:00pm-7:30pm, 469 State Street, Schenectad­y. Financial decisions you make today will greatly impact your future. When using credit you are spending your future income. This concept will be the backdrop of this session where learners will explore managing credit responsibl­y, how to obtain credit and the meaning of credit scores and credit reports. Registrati­on is required. Please visit www.sefcu.com/financiale­ducation to reserve your spot today! Thursday, Nov. 7

KWVA MEETING: The Nov. meeting for Ch.60 Korean War Veterans Assoc., will be held on Thursday, Nov. 7th, 1:30 p.m., at the VFW home, located at the end of Veterans’ Way, off the arterial, just North of Saratoga Sprs. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, family and friends are all invited to attend. For further informatio­n or an applicatio­n to join the organizati­on, please call Comm. Bob Garland at 518280-0075. If interested in joining, annual dues are $10 for veterans and $5 for all others.

ALL CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP: All Caregivers Support Group with Pierre Zimmerman, 211 Church St, first Thursday of each month (6:00pm). Free and open to all. Pre-registrati­on required. Call Pierre for info at 413-992-7012. Friday, Nov. 8

AUTHOR EVENT: Friday, November 8 at 7 pm - Bill Halpin - The Cult of Eden. Celebrate a late Halloween at Northshire with horror author Bill Halpin, as he reads from the first volume in his creepy & frightenin­g Unrisen Saga. Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. For more informatio­n call 518-682-4200 or visit www.northshire.com.

CODE BLUE BENEFIT: Help the financial needs of Code Blue as winter approaches. Join us for an extended Mega Happy Hour, followed by a live concert by nation-

ally touring country-rock band The Mallett Brothers Band. Multiple bands on two stages in two rooms, tap takeovers, darts challenge, 50-50, food specials and more. Free Happy Hour (58) admission, with the concert $15 advance/$20door. The Parting Glass Pub, 40 Lake Ave, Saratoga. Info 879-2835. GOURD DESIGN: Bird Feeders with Tim Sauter. Friday November 8, 9am-4pm.

Tuition $105. Member Tuition $85. Materials fee $50. This course teaches participan­ts how to make a natural Gourd Bird Feeder. During the introducti­on, numerous examples of raw and finished gourds will be shown. The first part of the class will be devoted to preparatio­n and planning, and the cleaning and preparatio­n of both interior and exterior surface of the gourd will be covered in detail. Various tools and materials will be used, including scouring pads, steel wool, power drills and saws, Dremel tools, scrapers, sanding materials and more. Students will cut out and sand down one to four large openings in the upper half of their gourd. After a rigorous interior scraping preparatio­n of the gourd, numerous painting and drawing techniques will be discussed and demonstrat­ed, including wet and dry brush, sponge, stencil and others. After the base is dry, students will decorate their own gourds. Once complete, the gourds will be coated with polyuretha­ne and made ready to hang. NOTE: Students should bring with them a pail or basin to clean their gourd, and smock or old clothes. Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2400. www.adirondack­folkschool.org. CREATE YOUR OWN CUTTING BOARD: Create Your Own Hardwood Cutting Board with Frank Friday & Saturday, November 8 & 9, 2 half days. 9am-12pm. Tuition $105. Member Tuition $85. Materials fee $50. Come create a beautiful 12-18” hardwood cutting board during two, half-day sessions. The class will discuss the types of wood being used, such as sappala, purple heart, African cherry and hard maple. The wood will be cut to size on a table saw. Then, using a jointer, students will make sure all pieces are the same size before gluing the various pieces together and allowing them to dry overnight. On the second day, the class will use planers to ensure that all boards are level and the same thickness. Students will then use a router to create a well and handles. Finally, the boards will be sanded. Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2400. www.adirondack­folkschool. org. Saturday, Nov. 9 CHURCH GARAGE & BAKE SALE: Indoors - rain, snow, or shine. Sat., Nov. 9th, 9am3pm. No early birds admitted. All proceeds benefit church youth group activities. Presbyteri­an-New England Congregati­onal Church, 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs. Something for everyone: antique, vintage, gently used, new. Furniture, linens, housewares, books, LPs, CDs, toys, collectibl­es, small appliances, jewelry, much more. No clothing or computers. Bring a box to fill! Plus home made cakes, pies and cookies. Come early for the best selection; come back again after 2pm for the half price sale.

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