The Saratogian (Saratoga, NY)

Calendar

-

EDITOR’S NOTE: This calendar is being regularly updated to reflect all event cancellati­ons and postponeme­nts. However, it is recommende­d that readers contact event organizers before they attend. For the most updated version of the calendar, please visit saratogian.com.

Tuesday, July 7

TAI CHI: Tai Chi Classes at SPAC Instructed by Mark Tolstrup of the Tai Chi Center - Beginner Introducti­on To Tai Chi Class. Tuesdays July 7 28, 10 am or 5:30 pm on the SPAC grounds in the Saratoga Spa State Park. In this course participan­ts will learn the basic postures, movements and breath work in addition to the first movements of the Yang style Tai Chi form. These techniques have many benefits for health and wellbeing including flexibilit­y, stress reduction and balance. Preregistr­ation is required 24 hours in advance of class. Cost for the series is $80. Register online at: http:// www.the-taichi-center.com/ home.html or email: mark@ the-taichi-center.com. CLEANING WEBINAR: Hill & Markes, wholesale distributo­r in Amsterdam, NY is partnering with experts in the sanitation industry on how the IoT (Internet of things), touchless technology, and robotics enhances operationa­l and restroom efficienci­es. What does the future of cleaning look like? This webinar will discuss how to maximize your cleaning programs and reduce labor with data-driven cleaning. Lance Marlow, KOLO specialist at Georgia Pacific, and Dave Bonacquist­i, manager at Tennant Company, will be presenting on touchless technology and dispensing systems, as well as floor-care robotic cleaners. The internet of things will increasing­ly play a larger role in the cleaning industry as facilities look to increase efficienci­es by transferri­ng data over a network, allowing staff to focus on high-value tasks throughout the day. This will allow you transform your cleaning programs to avoid spending extending periods of time on lower-impact responsibi­lities. For instance, checking up on dispensing refills. Through intuitive robotic products, your staff can reduce training time, and maintain a high standard of cleaning that safely works alongside employees in real, complex environmen­ts. Businesses interested in wanting to know how to increase cleaning efficienci­es at their facility should register for the webinar: How (IoT) Internet of Things and Robotics Enhances Cleaning. 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7. Register: www.hillnmarke­s.com/backtobusi­ness.

Wednesday, July 8

VIRTUAL JOB FAIR: The Wesley Community will host a Virtual Job Fair on Wednesday, July 8 for individual­s interested in entering its New York State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program at the senior living campus in Saratoga Springs. The Virtual Job Fair will be conducted via Zoom video conference from 9 to 11 a.m. Individual­s interested in participat­ing should contact The Wesley Community in advance at 518-252-0414 or visit www.thewesleyc­ommunity.org/careers. Selected candidates will participat­e in a paid training class, which consists of both classroom and clinical hours, starting July 27. Successful candidates must attend all six weeks of training. Upon completion of the training program, all candidates will be offered part-time or fulltime employment opportunit­ies for day, evening or night shifts at the Wesley Health Care Center. The Wesley Community will also host a second Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, July 14 from 9 to 11 a.m. for those interested in the CNA training program and other skilled nursing positions including: Graduate Practical Nurses; Licensed Practical Nurses; Registered Nurses; Registered Nurses Supervisor; and Registered Nurses Unit Coordinato­r. The Wesley Health Care Center provides quality nursing care for aging adults and seniors through a variety of different services including: long-term care; light care geriatrics; Alzheimer’s and memory support; and a short-term rehabilita­tion program. Employment at The Wesley Community gives individual­s the opportunit­y to make a difference in the daily lives of seniors who need medical or personal care services and daily assistance to maintain their quality of life. In addition to an excellent work culture, Wesley also offers numerous benefits to all full-time employees, including: health insurance, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and 401K retirement savings. Part-time employees are also eligible for some aspects of the benefits package. For more informatio­n about employment opportunit­ies, contact The Wesley Community at 518-252-0414 or visit www. thewesleyc­ommunity.org/ careers. FOOD DRIVE: With food pantries experienci­ng huge growth in the number of people using their services, New York State United Teachers, Pride at Work of Eastern New York, the Coalition of Labor Union Women, the Labor Council for Latin American Advancemen­t and the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists will hold a community food drive to benefit Albany, Troy and Schenectad­y food pantries on July 8 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at NYSUT Headquarte­rs, 800 TroySchene­ctady Road, Latham. Needed items include rice, larger size diapers, pastas, macaroni and cheese, canned tuna and chicken breast, jelly deodorant and bars of soap. For more informatio­n, visit tinyurl.com/laborfoodd­rive. ROAST BEEF DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Meatloaf Dinner for curbside pick up Wednesday, July 8, 4:306:30 pm. Call 518-584-2585 Monday or Tuesday between 10am-noon to place an order. Menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes, vegetable, gravy, roll, salad. Dinner for 2 is $25. Cash only. SMALL RUMINANTS FOR BEGINNERS: Join Cornell Cooperativ­e Extension on July 8, 2020 at from 6:007:30 PM to learn more about the basics of raising small ruminants, like sheep and goats. We will cover acquiring your animals, breeds, uses, breeding, feeding, and basic health care. Please come with your questions! The cost of this meeting is $5 and will be held via Zoom. If you have a poor internet connection you also have the option to call in on your phone. To register, please visit https:// tinyurl.com/SmallRumin­antsBeginn­ers. You will be provided with a link to the meeting at the email address you provide. For more informatio­n, please contact Ashley at 518-649-0267 or arp253@cornell.edu. SHORT STORY CAFE: 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8. Local short-story writer Dave Sylvester hosts The Short Story Café, an informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. Copies of the stories will be available in advance and should be read before the discussion­s. These sessions will be conducted via zoom. Please include your email address in your registrati­on so that we may send out a link to join the discussion. More informatio­n and registrati­on is available online at www.thetroylib­rary.org or by calling 518-274-7071. HISTORICAL PRESENTATI­ON: The Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site in Fort Hunter and the Fulton County Historical Society are teaming up to present a virtual two program series. On July 8th at 6:30pm, Schoharie Crossing Education Director David Brooks will present “15 Miles on the Sacandaga Canal? - The Canal Craze,” discussing the constructi­on and success of the Erie Canal and the subsequent “canal craze” that sparked the idea of a Great Sacandaga Canal. On July 15th at 6:30pm, Fulton County Historical Society Executive Director Samantha Hall-Saladino will present “Sacandaga Soiree: Tides and Tourism,” exploring the tourism boom on the Great Sacandaga Lake from the 1940s to the present. These programs will be presented virtually via Webex. The links to join the presentati­ons can be found online at fultoncoun­tyhistoric­alsociety. org and on the Schoharie Crossing and FCHS Facebook pages. WORLD MUSIC WEDNESDAY: CANCELED - Wednesday, July 8 1:30 pm, Newpoli – A Mediterran­ean Journey. Explore the rich and lively sounds of the Mediterran­ean coast with a modern flare. An acoustic performanc­e with authentic folk instrument­s sure to transport you to the Italian coastline. Tickets: $25 at TheSembric­h.org/ tickets. This event is part of The Sembrich 2020 Summer Festival and will take place at The Sembrich, 4800 Lake Shore Dr. in Bolton Landing.

Thursday, July 9

EXPERTS NEXT DOOR SERIES: A new “Experts Next Door” series of workshops and discussion­s is being offered by the Saratoga County History Center, located at Brookside in Ballston Spa. The second event of the series will be Kathleen Royka of the Thymely Herb group, who will provide a workshop on gardening with herbs at 7 pm on July 9. Skidmore professor, Dr. Tillman Nechtman will follow with a discussion on July 23 at 7 pm based on his research on Britain’s use of the ocean as a world power. New York’s role in early 19 th century religious revivals will be explored by Dr. Jennifer Dorsey of Siena College on August 27, also at 7 pm. This event will be offered to the public over Zoom, to raise funds for the Saratoga County History Center. Tickets for the event are at the Brookside Museum website or Saratoga County Historical Society’s Facebook page. Donations with a minimum $5 fee are requested to support the activities of the history center. A link to the Zoom event will be emailed out to those who have purchased tickets. For more informatio­n visit www.brooksidem­useum. org. GREEK FESTIVAL: CANCELED - The 11th Adirondack Greek Festival will be hosted by St. George Church, 55 Main St., South Glens Falls. Thursday, July 9 from 4 to 8 pm will be Under-the-Tent Night with souvlaki & gyro sandwiches and pastries. Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11 from 12 – 8 pm, come enjoy our Full Festival days with more authentic Greek food, pastries, gift shop, music, folk dancers, Bounce House for kids, and church tours. Free admission and parking. OPA! Directions: From North or South, take I 87 to Exit 17N to US-9N for 5.5 miles. For more informatio­n, call (518) 792-2359 (parish hall). www. sgforthodo­x.org.

Friday, July 10

YARD SALE FUNDRAISER: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 10, 11, and 12 at 479 Rowland St., Ballston Spa. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace, a donor driven end of life home that cares for local resident families during loved ones’ final days. GREEK FESTIVAL: CANCELED - The 11th Adirondack Greek Festival will be hosted by St. George Church, 55 Main St., South Glens Falls. Thursday, July 9 from 4 to 8 pm will be Under-the-Tent Night with souvlaki & gyro sandwiches and pastries. Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11 from 12 – 8 pm, come enjoy our Full Festival days with more authentic Greek food, pastries, gift shop, music, folk dancers, Bounce House for kids, and church tours. Free admission and parking. OPA! Directions: From North or South, take I 87 to Exit 17N to US-9N for 5.5 miles. For more informatio­n, call (518) 792-2359 (parish hall). www. sgforthodo­x.org.

Saturday, July 11

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: Outdoor Movie Night – Join us for this inspiring movie… “Heaven is for Real” Saturday, July 11 at 9pm, St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Road, Mechanicvi­lle, NY 12118. (Located off Pruyn Hill Rd, in the Town of Halfmoon). Popcorn and snacks available for purchase. Heaven is for Real is the story of Colton Burpo’s visit to Heaven. This is the true story of the four-year old son of a Nebraska pastor who during emergency surgery slips from consciousn­ess and enters Heaven and returns to tell about it. YARD SALE FUNDRAISER: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 10, 11, and 12 at 479 Rowland St.,

Ballston Spa. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace, a donor driven end of life home that cares for local resident families during loved ones’ final days. BIKE TOUR: The Saratoga Springs Preservati­on Foundation is pleased to offer its popular bike tour of the historic Saratoga Spa State Park on three occasions this summer. Join Linda Harvey Opiteck on Saturday, July 11th, Saturday, August 22nd, or Sunday, September 27th for a tour of the park to explore its historic developmen­t from 1910 to the present, highlighti­ng its significan­t architectu­re and landscape while remaining socially distant. Bike through the beautiful outdoors along the old roads, carriage paths, and trolley lines to explore the progressiv­e story of Saratoga Spa State Park. This includes the protection of the springs, the creation of the reservatio­n, and its developmen­t as a world-class spa, which today is a major cultural and recreation­al destinatio­n. The tour starts at the early bathhouses on South Broadway, known as Lincoln Park, then travels over to the little known springs on Route 50, and down to the scenic Geyser Park area. Along the way some of the changes made in the 1960s will be discussed. The tour concludes at the complex of Beaux Arts buildings in the heart of the park. Tickets are $20 for SSPF Members and $25 for non-members. Tour will last approximat­ely three hours and people must bring their own bike. For those who do not have a bike, you can rent a bike through CDPHP Cycle! which has multiple locations throughout Saratoga Springs. Space is limited to 20 and tickets must be purchased in advance. The tour meets outside of the National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway. For more informatio­n or to make a reservatio­n, please call the Saratoga Springs Preservati­on Foundation (518) 587-5030, visit www. saratogapr­eservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at nbabie@saratogapr­eservation.org. ART EXHIBIT: Hudson Hall is proud to reopen its doors on June 27, 2020 with Rodney Alan Greenblat’s aptlytitle­d, Something to Look Forward to, an enjoyable, whimsical and engaging collection of new and archival works bursting with color and underpinne­d with wit and charm. The exhibition, which runs until August 23 in Hudson Hall’s Center Hall Gallery and Common Council Room, is free and open to the public on a limited, timed entry, reservatio­nonly basis (maximum 10 entries per hour). Sociallydi­stanced guided tours ($10, free for members, maximum of 6 per tour) take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 4pm. Exhibition reservatio­ns and tour tickets are now on sale to Hudson Hall members and open to the public on June 18. Tickets can be purchased and time entry reservatio­ns can be made at hudsonhall.org. Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534. Tel: (518) 822-1438. TRIBUTE TO MARCELLA SEMBRICH: CANCELED Saturday, July 11 7:30 pm, Enter the dazzling world of coloratura virtuosity in this stunning tribute to the world-renowned soprano, pianist, and teacher! Featuring selections from Sembrich’s favorite roles, including the sensationa­l Queen of the Night aria from Mozart’s The Magic Flute. Tickets: $45 at TheSembric­h.org/tickets. This event is part of The Sembrich 2020 Summer Festival and will take place at The Sembrich, 4800 Lake Shore Dr. in Bolton Landing. GREEK FESTIVAL: CANCELED - The 11th Adirondack Greek Festival will be hosted by St. George Church, 55 Main St., South Glens Falls. Thursday, July 9 from 4 to 8 pm will be Under-the-Tent Night with souvlaki & gyro sandwiches and pastries. Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11 from 12 – 8 pm, come enjoy our Full Festival days with more authentic Greek food, pastries, gift shop, music, folk dancers, Bounce House for kids, and church tours. Free admission and parking. OPA! Directions: From North or South, take I 87 to Exit 17N to US-9N for 5.5 miles. For more informatio­n, call (518) 792-2359 (parish hall). www.sgforthodo­x.org.

Sunday, July 12

DHARMA MEDITATION: Meditation Classes Led by Pierre Zimmerman of One Roof Saratoga. July 12-August 30, Sundays at 9 am on the SPAC grounds in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Dharma Meditation includes inspiratio­nal topics that support emotional, cognitive, and ethical wishes for wellbeing. This is a sitting meditation for 25 minutes with a silent break allowing people to stretch, followed by a second sitting, introduced by a brief talk. A discussion on the topic and some insights and reflection­s about the nature and commonalit­y of our basic humanity is shared by attendees. This meditation is open to beginners and/ or those who have been meditating for awhile. There is no cost to attend, but a $10 donation per class is suggested. Pre-registrati­on is required by Saturday at midnight in advance of the class. Register via email to pzimmie2@cloud.com. YARD SALE FUNDRAISER: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 10, 11, and 12 at 479 Rowland St., Ballston Spa. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace, a donor driven end of life home that cares for local resident families during loved ones’ final days. SUNDAY STROLL: Sunday, July 12- Broadway In 1874. The Saratoga Springs Preservati­on Foundation is thrilled to present their summer series of historic walking tours while remaining safe and socially distanced. Summer Sunday Strolls will be offered every Sunday through Sept. 6 at 10:30 a.m. in various neighborho­ods throughout the city. Tour topics this season highlight prominent women of Greenridge Cemetery, the celebrated area surroundin­g the Saratoga Race Course, and the historic Spa State Park, among many others. All Sunday morning tours last approximat­ely 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Due to current restrictio­ns in New York State, Summer Strolls will be limited to 20 guests, which currently is less than the maximum of 25 that is currently allowed, and tickets must be purchased in advance until otherwise noted. Everyone will be required to wear a mask and social distancing will be encouraged when possible. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional informatio­n, to purchase tickets to any educationa­l programs, and to review the Summer Sunday Stroll Safety Plan please visit www.saratogapr­eservation. org, call the foundation at (518) 587-5030, or email nbabie@saratogapr­eservation.org. ART EXHIBIT: Hudson Hall is proud to reopen its doors on June 27, 2020 with Rodney Alan Greenblat’s aptlytitle­d, Something to Look Forward to, an enjoyable, whimsical and engaging collection of new and archival works bursting with color and underpinne­d with wit and charm. The exhibition, which runs until August 23 in Hudson Hall’s Center Hall Gallery and Common Council Room, is free and open to the public on a limited, timed entry, reservatio­nonly basis (maximum 10 entries per hour). Sociallydi­stanced guided tours ($10, free for members, maximum of 6 per tour) take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 4pm. Exhibition reservatio­ns and tour tickets are now on sale to Hudson Hall members and open to the public on June 18. Tickets can be purchased and time entry reservatio­ns can be made at hudsonhall.org. Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534. Tel: (518) 822-1438.

Monday, July 13

BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Monday, July 13 at the Ballston Spa Elks, located at 10 Hamilton Place, Ballston Spa. More informatio­n is available online at www. redcrossbl­ood.org.

Tuesday, July 14

VIRTUAL JOB FAIR: The Wesley Community will host a Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, July 14 from 9 to 11 a.m. for those interested in the CNA training program and other skilled nursing positions including: Graduate Practical Nurses; Licensed Practical Nurses; Registered Nurses; Registered Nurses Supervisor; and Registered Nurses Unit Coordinato­r. The Wesley Health Care Center provides quality nursing care for aging adults and seniors through a variety of different services including: long-term care; light care geriatrics; Alzheimer’s and memory support; and a short-term rehabilita­tion program. Employment at The Wesley Community gives individual­s the opportunit­y to make a difference in the daily lives of seniors who need medical or personal care services and daily assistance to maintain their quality of life. In addition to an excellent work culture, Wesley also offers numerous benefits to all full-time employees, including: health insurance, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and 401K retirement savings. Part-time employees are also eligible for some aspects of the benefits package. For more informatio­n about employment opportunit­ies, contact The Wesley Community at 518-252-0414 or visit www. thewesleyc­ommunity.org/ careers. TAI CHI: Tai Chi Classes at SPAC Instructed by Mark Tolstrup of the Tai Chi Center - Beginner Introducti­on To Tai Chi Class. Tuesdays July 7 - 28, 10 am or 5:30 pm on the SPAC grounds in the Saratoga Spa State Park. In this course participan­ts will learn the basic postures, movements and breath work in addition to the first movements of the Yang style Tai Chi form. These techniques have many benefits for health and wellbeing including flexibilit­y, stress reduction and balance. Preregistr­ation is required 24 hours in advance of class. Cost for the series is $80. Register online at: http://www.the-taichi-center.com/home.html or email: mark@the-taichi-center. com. BOOK DISCUSSION: Consciousn­ess-Raising Book Discussion – Tuesday, July 14 Part I, July 21 Part 2, and July 28 Part 3, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a spiritual book discussion. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. This month’s book is The Art of Meditation by Joel Goldsmith. Hosted on Zoom by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures. Call or use the Contact us form at www. newthought­newyork.org for Meeting ID and discussion questions. For more informatio­n, visit our meetup. com group, Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures or call (518) 366-9918.

Wednesday, July 15

VIRTUAL WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER: Like so many non-profits, Sustainabl­e Saratoga has cancelled traditiona­l in-person fundraisin­g activities due to Covid-19. To help during these unusual times, Sustainabl­e Saratoga invites you to a Virtual Wine Tasting. The event will be informativ­e, fun and raise muchneeded funds to continue the programs you support. This event will feature the award-winning wines of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, located in New York’s Finger Lakes wine region. The winery has generously donated a portion of the wines for this event, and all proceeds from the event go directly to helping fund the sustainabi­lity efforts of Sustainabl­e Saratoga. The Virtual Wine Tasting is Wednesday, July 15 @ 6:00 pm. Barbara Frank, Consulting Winemaker and Regional Sales Manager of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, will take us on a virtual tasting experience of some of the Dr. Konstantin Frank wines and talk about the winery, including some of their sustainabi­lity efforts. Choose between 2 wine packages: For a $75 donation, you will receive two bottles of wine (Dry Riesling and Cabernet Franc) and some goodies, OR For a $125 donation, you will receive four bottles of wine (Gruner Veltliner, Dry Riesling, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc) and some goodies. All wine packages come in a reusable canvas bag and will be accompanie­d by a delicious dark chocolate bar from Barkeater Chocolates in North Creek, NY, and a Sustainabl­e Saratoga window cling. Quantities are limited, so reserve your wine package today at https://sustainabl­e-saratoga-virtual-winetastin­g.eventbrite.com. HISTORICAL PRESENTATI­ON: The Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site in Fort Hunter and the Fulton County Historical Society are teaming up to present a virtual two program series. On July 15th at 6:30pm, Fulton County Historical Society Executive Director Samantha Hall-Saladino will present “Sacandaga Soiree: Tides and Tourism,” exploring the tourism boom on the Great Sacandaga Lake from the 1940s to the present. These programs will be presented virtually via Webex. The links to join the presentati­ons can be found online at fultoncoun­tyhistoric­alsociety.org and on the Schoharie Crossing and FCHS Facebook pages. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15 at the Wilton Fire Department, located at 270 Ballard Rd. in Gansevoort. More informatio­n is available online at www.redcrossbl­ood.org. ALMA MAHLER & HER CHARMED CIRCLE: CANCELED - Wednesday, July 15 1:30 pm. Discover the life and inspiratio­ns of turnof-the-century muse and femme fatale, Alma Mahler, through this unique combinatio­n of music and words, including her own letters. Tickets: $30 at TheSembric­h.org/tickets.

This event is part of The Sembrich 2020 Summer Festival and will take place at The Sembrich, 4800 Lake Shore Dr. in Bolton Landing.

Friday, July 17

SARATOGA TATTOO EXPO: POSTPONED - The 2020 Saratoga Tattoo Expo has been officially reschedule­d to April 9 - 11, 2021 at the Saratoga Springs City Center. FIDDLE WORKSHOP: Fiddling Across Traditions workshop at Glen Conservanc­y, 1538 State Highway 161, Hamlet of Glen NY 12072. Featuring Grammy Nominee Andrea Hoag. The Glen Conservanc­y will host a fiddle workshop starting the evening of July 17 and culminatin­g the afternoon of July 19. Grammy nominee Andrea Hoag is the instructor. Students will compare and contrast the fiddle styles of the Northern US, Southern US, Ireland and Sweden. The workshop will be taught by ear with sheet music distribute­d at the conclusion. It is appropriat­e for all skill levels; however must be able to play tunes by ear. It will end with a concert on 7⁄19 at 2 PM. Glen resident Susan Casler has obtained grant support for this project, cost is $20. Enrollment will be limited so please register early. In the event coronaviru­s causes cancellati­on we will postpone to the summer of 2021. For registrati­on materials contact Susan at 518-705-1209 or email adkfiddle@gmail.com.

Saturday, July 18

BLOOD DRIVE: CANCELED - An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 18 at the Charlton Volunteer Fire Department, located at 677 Charlton Rd. in Ballston Lake. More informatio­n is available online at www.redcrossbl­ood.org. SARATOGA TATTOO EXPO: POSTPONED - The 2020 Saratoga Tattoo Expo has been officially reschedule­d to April 9 - 11, 2021 at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

ART EXHIBIT: Hudson Hall is proud to reopen its doors on June 27, 2020 with Rodney Alan Greenblat’s aptlytitle­d, Something to Look Forward to, an enjoyable, whimsical and engaging collection of new and archival works bursting with color and underpinne­d with wit and charm. The exhibition, which runs until August 23 in Hudson Hall’s Center Hall Gallery and Common Council Room, is free and open to the public on a limited, timed entry, reservatio­nonly basis (maximum 10 entries per hour). Sociallydi­stanced guided tours ($10, free for members, maximum of 6 per tour) take place on Saturdays and Sundays at 4pm. Exhibition reservatio­ns and tour tickets are now on sale to Hudson Hall members and open to the public on June 18. Tickets can be purchased and time entry reservatio­ns can be made at hudsonhall.org. Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534. Tel: (518) 822-1438. FIDDLE WORKSHOP: Fiddling Across Traditions workshop at Glen Conservanc­y, 1538 State Highway 161, Hamlet of Glen NY 12072. Featuring Grammy Nominee Andrea Hoag. The Glen Conservanc­y will host a fiddle workshop starting the evening of July 17 and culminatin­g the afternoon of July 19. Grammy nominee Andrea Hoag is the instructor. Students will compare and contrast the fiddle styles of the Northern US, Southern US, Ireland and Sweden. The workshop will be taught by ear with sheet music distribute­d at the conclusion. It is appropriat­e for all skill levels; however must be able to play tunes by ear. It will end with a concert on 7⁄19 at 2 PM. Glen resident Susan Casler has obtained grant support for this project, cost is $20. Enrollment will be limited so please register early. In the event coronaviru­s causes cancellati­on we will postpone to the summer of 2021. For registrati­on materials contact Susan at 518-705-1209 or email adkfiddle@gmail.com.

Newspapers in English

Newspapers from United States