Monday, April 6

VIRTUAL SCIENCE EXPLORERS: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays in April, is best suited for children ages 3 & up. Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and cre

ate those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problemsolving skills. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to participate! What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills. www. facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, April 6 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. GALWAY PRESERVATION SOCIETY: CANCELED - The Galway Preservation Society’s April 6th meeting has been canceled.

Tuesday, April 7

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org.

Wednesday, April 8

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8 at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites, located at 400 Loudon Rd. in Latham. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. VIRTUAL STORY TIME: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays in April, is best suited for children ages 2-5. Join us on Facebook or Instagram for our preschool literacy and language program. Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes. What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, and Listening Skills. www.facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga. CYBERBULLYING: CANCELED - Due to COVID-19, CAPTAIN Community Human Services canceled the cyberbullying event for April 8th at the Shenendehowa Public Library. BEGINNERS LINE DANCING: CANCELED - Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting Beginners Line Dancing on starting Wednesday February 5, 2020 and will be every Wednesday night until to April 29, 2020 at 7pm with Kevin Richards Entertainment. There is a $10 charge at the door with proceeds going to Wreaths Across America. This is open to the public and all ages. For more information please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-791-8013. ITALIAN DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161. Tossed Salad, Soup, Antipasto Salad, Fettuccine Alfredo, Baked Ziti, Chicken Riggies, Meatballs, Italian Sausage & Peppers, Garlic Bread & Butter, Coffee, Tea, Dessert. 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8 at 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. 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. LENTEN CHOWDER LUNCHEON: Hudson Falls United Methodist Church’s annual Lenten Chowder, a la carte luncheons are held 11:30 a.m. - 1 pm on Wednesdays, February 26 April 8. Clam chowder, corn chowder, vegetable/ soup, sandwiches and desserts available. 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls. For more information please call 518 -747-6832.

Thursday, April 9

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 9 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. SARATOGA JOB FAIR: The Career Building EXPO; Find jobs in Saratoga Springs and the entire Capital Region of Upstate NY. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday April 9th at the Saratoga Springs City Center – 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information visit capitaljobdevelopmentgroup.org/ saratoga-job-fair.

Friday, April 10

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10 at the Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park, located at 30 Clifton Country Rd. in Clifton Park. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, April 10 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. VIRTUAL ART ADVENTURES: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays in April, is best suited for children ages 2 & up. During this virtual program conducted on Facebook and Instagram, we will discover and create art using different mediums and techniques. Follow along as we create something new each week! What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Fine Motor Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Listening Skills, Color Recognition, Shape Identification, and Creative Thinking. www.facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga. CONCERT/SERVICE: The Seven Last Days a Tenebrae Service written by Joel Rainey. First Presbyterian Church Choir, 22 West High St. Ballston Spa, Friday, April 10, 2020, 7 pm. Free. The Seven Last Days is a deeply moving and meaningful Tenebrae worship service following the events of each day of Holy Week. The service will feature readings, choral anthems and the lighting and extinguishing of candles leading us through a musical journey depicting the events of Jesus’ last seven days as described in the book of Matthew. The church is located at the corner of Bath and West High Streets, Ballston Spa. For more information about this free event call the church at 518-885-5583. LENTEN FISH FRY DINNER: CANCELED - Please be advised that Knights of Columbus #246 has cancelled all of the remaining Fish Fry events — March 27th, April 3rd, and April 10th — including take-out options. Thank you for all of your past support, and may everyone stay safe and healthy during this difficult time. FISH FRY FRIDAY: CANCELED - Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club at 121 NY-32 in Victory Mills will start Fish Fry Friday, on Friday January 10, 2020, at 4:30 - 7:00PM , and will continue every Friday through April 10, 2020. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Buffalo Shrimp, Chowder, ask about our extra’s and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house, or call ahead for take out. For more information call 518-695-3917. LENTEN FISH FRY DINNERS: CANCELED - Due to the concerns of the Coronavirus, the Latham Colonie Council Knights of Columbus # 3394 has cancelled the Lenten Fish Fry Dinners that were being held through April 10th, 2020, at 328 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham.

Saturday, April 11

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 at the Knights of Columbus located at 50 Pine Rd. in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. MIND BODY SOUL EXPO: POSTPONED to Sept. 5. The event was previously scheduled for 9am-5pm, Saturday April 11, at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Free admission and open to the public. Come discover, explore, and experience 130+ Health, Wellness, and Holistic Vendors, demonstrations, interactive exhibits, 16 Free presentations and lectures, 8 Free classes and workshops, 8 stage performances, local Saratoga businesses, Free samples, Healing and Meditation Room (upstairs with elevator access) and much much more! Interested in showcasing your products and or services? Please email Gem Rhodes at mindbodysoulexpony@gmail.com.

Sunday, April 12

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 12 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.

Monday, April 13

VIRTUAL SCIENCE EXPLORERS: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays in April, is best suited for children ages 3 & up. Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and create those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problemsolving skills. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to participate! What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills. www. facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga.

Tuesday, April 14

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org.

Wednesday, April 15

VIRTUAL STORY TIME: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays in April, is best suited for children ages 2-5. Join us on Facebook or Instagram for our preschool literacy and language program. Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes. What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, and Listening Skills. www.facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga. CHARISMATIC MASS: CANCELED - In compliance with Bishop Scharfenberger’s directive to cancel all public Masses in the diocese, the April 15 Charismatic Mass and Healing Service at Christ Our Light is canceled. Please check our website at AlbanyCCR. org for further developments. BEGINNERS LINE DANCING: CANCELED - Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting Beginners Line Dancing on starting Wednesday February 5, 2020 and will be every Wednesday night until to April 29, 2020 at 7pm with Kevin Richards Entertainment. There is a $10 charge at the door with proceeds going to Wreaths Across America. This is open to the public and all ages. For more information please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-791-8013.

Thursday, April 16

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 at the Hoosic Valley Community Church, located at 2024 Rt. 40 in Schaghticoke. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. KWVA MEETING: The Ch. 60 Korean War Vet. Assoc. April meeting, is scheduled for Thur., April 16th, 1:30 p.m. at the VFW home. The VFW is just left at the end of Veterans’ Way, which is located off the Arterial North of Saratoga Sprs. All veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. New members are always welcome. Annual dues for veterans are $10, $5 for all others. For further information, or an application to join the organization, please contact Charles Walter at 884-0396.

Friday, April 17

VIRTUAL ART ADVENTURES: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays in April, is best suited for children ages 2 & up. During this virtual program conducted on Facebook and Instagram, we will discover and create art using different mediums and techniques. Follow along as we create something new each week! What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Fine Motor Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Listening Skills, Color Recognition, Shape Identification, and Creative Thinking. www.facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga.

Sunday, April 19

BREAKFAST BUFFET: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161 Breakfast Buffet. 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. 8:30-11 am at 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. 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. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.

Sunday, April 19

DAFFODIL TEA & GARDEN STROLL: POSTPONED - Due to an abundance of caution related to the Coronavirus/COVID-19, we have postponed the Daffodil Tea and Garden Stroll. Please stay tuned for more information. - Be among the first to experience a brand new spring event at Oakwood Cemetery in Troy. Several local florists will create displays that relate to select gravesites. Follow your map to stroll through the cemetery. You’ll see beautiful floral creations and, if Mother Nature cooperates, thousands of our blooming daffodils as well. Then come back to the Earl Chapel for “tea and scones” refreshments served by the Friends of Oakwood. Call for Reservations 518–3280090. $15 per person/Children under 12, free. Pre-pay only. A rain or shine event.

Monday, April 20

VIRTUAL SCIENCE EXPLORERS: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays in April, is best suited for children ages 3 & up. Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and create those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problemsolving skills. Join us on Facebook or Instagram to participate! What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills. www. facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga.

Tuesday, April 21

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org.

Wednesday, April 22

VIRTUAL STORY TIME: This program, held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays in April, is best suited for children ages 2-5. Join us on Facebook or Instagram for our preschool literacy and language program. Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes. What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, and Listening Skills. www.facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumAtSaratoga. BEGINNERS LINE DANCING: CANCELED - Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting Beginners Line Dancing on starting Wednesday February 5, 2020 and will be every Wednesday night until to April 29, 2020 at 7pm with Kevin Richards Entertainment. There is a $10 charge at the door with proceeds going to Wreaths Across America. This is open to the public and all ages. For more information please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-791-8013.