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Saturday, Aug. 7

BOOK SALE: On Saturday August 7th, 2021from 9am to 3pm, the Latham-Colonie Columbiettes will hold a Book Sale at 328 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. We welcome your book donations! Please deliver them to the Knights of Columbus Council, to the covered area behind the building. We will not accept Text Books, Encyclopedias, Magazines, CDs, DVDs , VHS tapes or any old Audio Tapes. For further information www.lathamcolonie.com/dinners-events.

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Spectators are welcome at the 30 th Annual Million Dollar Beach Volleyball Tournament to Benefit Prospect Center, an affiliate of the Center for Disability Services. The tournament has four divisions: AA, A, BB and B with Men’s, Women’s and Co-ed teams. Saturday, August 7 & Sunday, August 8. Play is scheduled to begin at 9 a. m. both days at Million Dollar Beach, Lake George. Nearly 800 volleyball players and hundreds of spectators from throughout the United States are expected to attend the weekend tournament that continues to gain recognition on the volleyball circuit under the direction of Chris Bowler and Ben Rosenthal.

POETRY READING: Please join us at the Troy Public Library, Saturday, August 7th, at 11AM for a poetry reading with local author, K.M. English. K.M. English is the author of Wave Says, a finalist for the Sawtooth Prize, the Kathryn A. Morton Prize, the Test Site Book Prize, and a semifinalist for the CSU Press First Book Prize. She is the recipient of fellowships from the Community of Writers and Vermont Studio Center, and her poetry can be found in places such as Black Warrior Review, Colorado Review, Bone Bouquet, Third Coast, and Poetry Northwest. Born and raised in Troy, K.M. English currently raises two boys and eleven fruit trees in California. www.kmenglishpoet.com. This program is free and open to the public. Please register online at www.thetroylibrary.org or by calling (518)274-7071. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 2nd Street, Troy.

Sunday, Aug. 8

DHARMA MEDITATION: Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings are held Sundays from 9 — 10:15am. Please RSVP to Pierre by calling RSVP or emailing Pierre at pzimmie2@ icloud.com 24 hours in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. Donations are appreciated! Dharma Meditation includes inspirational topics that support emotional, cognitive, and ethical wishes for wellbeing. This is a sitting meditation for 25minutes 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 a while. This group has been ongoing for more than a decade. Pre-registration is required. For more information visit https:// www.oneroofsaratoga.com/ one-big-roof/more-aboutmeditation/. Note: no meeting Aug. 29 or Sept. 12.

FOOD DRIVE & BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge All You Can Eat Breakfast August 8th, 8am to 11am. August will be an appreciation breakfast to honor our member Bill Downs who collects and delivers food every month to the local food pantries. During August breakfast we will have a food drive. Bring 2 non-perishable food items and receive a $1 off. Breakfast buffet includes scrambled eggs, home fries, pancakes, French toast, toast, eggs and omelets to order. Juice and coffee as well. Adults $7, Seniors $6 and kids $5. 10 Hamilton St Ballston Spa NY 120202, for more information please call 518-885-1149.

FISHING COMPETITION:

Hudson Crossing Park invites anglers of all ages to “Keepin’ It REEL,” a fun and family friendly fishing competition.

Participants will fish on the Hudson from Schuylerville to Fort Edward from 8— 11:30am on Sunday, August 8, 2021. All types of fish are accepted, and fish must be photographed while being measured and released unharmed. Participants can fish from shore, dock, or registered boat, and live and artificial bait, lures, and flies are accepted. Bowfishing and spearfishing are not allowed. Submit your top ten legal fish (with photos) and the top total accumulation wins. For full details visit Hudson Crossing Park’s website. Awards will be distributed at HCP’s pavilion at noon with plenty of opportunities to swap fishing stories with others, enjoy fishing demos and try beer tastings! Registration is $20 per person with proceeds supporting Hudson Crossing Park. All people on a boat must be registered and have a NYS license. 12 and under are free. Register at HudsonCrossingPark.org. This event is sponsored by Bound by Fate Brewery, Slickfin Brewery, Saratoga Tackle and Archery, and Adirondack Conservation Council. Hudson Crossing Park is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, bi-county park located in Schuylerville, centered on Champlain Canal Lock 5Island just outside of the village of Schuylerville on historic Route 4. A unique recreational and educational destination, the park is open every day year-round from dawn until dusk and is free of charge.

YOUTH FISHING TOURNAMENT: Lake Lauderdale Improvement Assoc.’s 25th annual children’s fishing tournament returns this year after COVID cancelled our plans in 2020. The tournament will take place on Sunday, August 8th at the Washington County Park Pavilion on beautiful Lake Lauderdale. The tournament is free and open to all young anglers age 15and under and is strictly catch and release only. The tournament runs from 8:0010:30 a.m. and concludes with a free hot dog lunch for all participants. As always, there will be no fee charged to children entering the contest. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. and all young anglers are required to stop at the pavilion prior to getting their fishing lines wet. There will be several different age groups and L.L.I.A. is working hard to ensure that all participants receive a small prize. All young anglers are required to have a parent or legal guardian on hand with them at all times. Visit our website for more about LLIA and the fishing tournament. http://lakelauderdale.org/ fishing-tournament/. We fish rain or shine. Questions or for more information contact Gail: gail.pfister@lakelauderdale.org.

BREAKFAST: Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will be cooking breakfast on Sunday,

Aug. 8, starting at 8:00 AM thru 11:00AM. Menu will include : Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes ( Regular, Blueberry, Buckwheat,Apple Cinnamon) , Bacon, Sausage, French Toast, Home Fries, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea,

Hot Chocolate. Price for Adult is $8. Price for Child is $4. All are welcome to join us. We are located at Box 123 , route 32, Schuylerville, 12871. Look for our sign.

COMMUNITY MARKET: Come enjoy an outdoor market featuring local vendors (candles, jewelry, art and so much more!) and an Open

Mic where anyone can get up and sing or have their bands perform live! 10a.m. — 3p.m. at 615 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs. There is no fee to attend the market, which is presented by Saratoga Children’s Theatre, Artisanal Brewing, Caffe Lena and RomCom Candles. More information is available online at www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org.

SUNDAY SUMMER STROLL:

After a sold-out season of Summer Sunday Strolls in 2020, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to announce that this year’s stroll series is underway. These historic walking tours will be offered every Sunday through September 5th at 10:30 a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance.

The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Members who have received complimentary Stroll passes will have those honored for their value of $10 and will be required to pay the difference of $5. Sunday, Aug. 8— Post Time! Georgia Horner explores the Saratoga Race Course area along Union Avenue featuring the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing, Oklahoma Track, and Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. Meet at: SE Corner of Nelson & Union avenues. For additional information or to purchase tickets to any of these upcoming tours visit www.saratogapreservation. org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

FITNESS IN THE PARK:

Troy’s Fitness in the Park has returned for a new season running through Aug. 8 providing free yoga classes for the public. The program will be held each Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00a.m. in William D. Chamberlain Riverfront Park. The Downtown Troy BID and sponsor CDPHP® have continued to promote healthy living in Downtown Troy, aiming to improve the quality of life for residents, students, businesses, and visitors. This summer, the Downtown Troy BID is excited to welcome back participants without reservations. Check-in day of, with a covid-19tracing questionnaire required. Please bring a mask, mat and water. Guests of all ages, levels and experiences will have the opportunity to learn different routines and poses. This popular series is the perfect way to begin a Sunday in Downtown Troy. After yoga, explore Downtown shops, restaurants, and attractions. Get out and about and stay healthy! For more information about Fitness in the Park visit http://www.downtowntroy. org/fitness-in-the-park/. For questions, please contact the Downtown Troy BID at info@ troybid.org or by phone at (518) 279-7997.

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Spectators are welcome at the 30 th Annual Million Dollar Beach Volleyball Tournament to Benefit Prospect Center, an affiliate of the Center for Disability Services. The tournament has four divisions: AA, A, BB and B with Men’s, Women’s and Co-ed teams. Saturday, August 7 & Sunday, August 8. Play is scheduled to begin at 9 a. m. both days at Million Dollar Beach, Lake George. Nearly 800 volleyball players and hundreds of spectators from throughout the United States are expected to attend the weekend tournament that continues to gain recognition on the volleyball circuit under the direction of Chris Bowler and Ben Rosenthal.

Monday, Aug. 9

FARMERS MARKET: The Mechanicville Library, located at 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville, will be holding its 2021 Farmers Market on Mondays from 4pm — 7pm

from June — September. This producers market will feature vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, handmade items, and entrepreneurs. Limited free space is still available to our local producers. Give us a call or stop in to inquire.

Tuesday, Aug. 10 SARATOGA PLACE TO BE LUNCHEON:

You are invited! August’s Luncheon will be held Tuesday, 8/10/21, 12 to 2 p.m. $20 Inclusive. Circa’ 21Restaurant at McGregor Country Club, 359Northern Pines Rd., Wilton. Special Feature: Greg Veitch, retired Saratoga Police Chief will share true stories of some of Saratoga’s nefarious past. Greg will bring his 2 books for sale that he will personally sign for you! Speaker: Eileen Bank, from Rome NY shares “The Wonder of Life” Reservations Necessary by Aug 5th For reservations call Ellie at 518-584-3779 or Anita at 518-583-4043. Menu — summer picnic, includes meal, dessert and beverages. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women’s Connection.

SARATOGA 9 & WINE: The Wesley Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Wesley Community in Saratoga Springs, will host its second golf fundraiser “Saratoga 9 and Wine” on Tuesday, Aug. 10 at the Saratoga Lake

Golf Club at 35 Grace Moore Road in Saratoga Springs. The event is a nine-hole scramble format golf outing with two tournaments being played on the front and back nine holes simultaneously. In addition, the event will feature wine and spirits tastings along the course, as well as other contests and activities. Funds raised through the Saratoga 9 & Wine event will benefit The Campaign For Springs to renovate the Springs Building at Wesley Health Care Center. The project will create a contemporary, efficient and home-like environment on the building’s second, third and fourth floors. Phase one of the project was completed in 2016. Golf registrations are $110 per person or $440 for a group of four and include tastings along the course as well as lunch. Advance registration is required and can be made by phone at 518-691-1420or at www.saratoga9wine.com.

SPIRITUAL LIVING CIRCLE:

Tuesday, August 10at 6:30p.m. hosted by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures via Zoom. Join us for a discussion of two articles from Science of Mind Magazine: “How to Stop Worrying and Start

Knowing” and “The Wisdom of the Sabbath.” Articles provided. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. Donations welcome. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 366-9918.

AUTHORS NIGHT: 7—9 p.m., at Hoss’s Country Store, 1142 Main St, Long Lake, NY 12847, 518-6242481. Featuring authors who live in the Adirondacks or write about the Adirondacks.

GUIDED MEDITATION:

The Troy Public Library will offer Meditation Classes on Tuesdays, July 13th — August 31st at 6:30PM. This program is free and open to the public. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy. Spend an hour discovering how to easily meditate, de-stress, and gain a better handle on attention and emotions. Most find the experience simpler and more beneficial than expected. Learn with stress management coach Michael Fuselli with more than 35 years of experience. Beginners are always welcome. Registration is required. This program will be presented using Zoom. Joining the presentation will require the installation of the Zoom client on your computer (microphone and speakers required for audio, camera for video) or the Zoom app on your mobile device. Please register by calling 518-274-7071, online at www.thetroylibrary.org or by stopping at the information desk.

Wednesday, Aug. 11

AUTHOR EVENT: Reading, Q & A, and book signing with Matt Witten, author of The Necklace. 7:00 — 8:00 p.m., at the Rockwell Falls Public Library, 19Main St, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846, 518696-3423.

BREAST CANCER EDUCATION FORUM:

To Life! presents their premier annual Education Forum, “Beat the Odds” , scheduled for Wednesday, August 11, starting at 9:00am. Featured speaker will be Dr. Margaret Gatti-Mays, MD, MPH, Oncologist with the James Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University. Dr. GattiMays will speak on “Breast Cancer Immunotherapy: Past, Present and Future.” The event will be held virtually and is offered free of charge to the community. Registration is required. Register at www.tolife.org. or call 518-439-5975. This and other programs offered by To Life!, the Capital Region’s personal resource for breast cancer education and support. A nonprofit, our outreach involves a 10-county region, and extends to women, families

and caregivers navigating breast cancer. Learn more at: www.ToLife.org.

Thursday, Aug. 12

FREE CONCERT: Hudson Crossing Park (HCP) is pleased to present a free community concert featuring handbell choir The Batten Kill Bell Ringers on Thursday August 12, 2021at 6pm under the HCP pavilion. Directed by Debi Craig, the group will be playing an assortment of patriotic, classical, sacred, and folk music. They will also be joined on two selections by The Union Village Ringers, another community handbell choir led by Craig. Composed of ringers are from Greenwich, Easton, Victory, Schuylerville, and Saratoga, some members have been playing together since 1978. Both groups rehearse at the Bottskill Baptist Church in Greenwich and have performed at the Danforth in Hoosick Falls, The Cambridge Guest Home, and for the Holiday Community Sing at Hebron United Presbyterian Church. This event is free and open to the public, although donations to support Hudson Crossing Park are gratefully accepted. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or picnic blankets to enjoy the show. Hudson Crossing Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, bi-county park located in Schuylerville, centered on Champlain Canal Lock 5 Island just outside of the village of Schuylerville on historic Route 4. A unique recreational and educational destination, the park is open every day year-round from dawn until dusk and is free of charge. Learn more at www.HudsonCrossingPark.org.

SENIORS MEETING: The Ballston Area Seniors will temporarily be holding meetings at the Fitness & Cycle Gym, next to the China City, in the Hannaford Plaza at 15 Trieble Ave. in Milton. Starting July 1, we will be resuming our weekly meetings on every Thursday of the month.

Doors will open at 10:30 am, for the sales of 50⁄50, crafter sales, socializing and cards. At noon lunch, and at 12:30 a General meeting will be held and Bingo will follow the meeting. On the second Thursday tickets will be on sale for $3 for the meal on the third Thursday. Or call President Linda Elmer 518885-4839 to order food and sign up. Or bring your own lunch on this day. On the Third Thursday of the month food will be provided. Check your email for the meal.

All other Thursdays of the month bring your own lunch.

BOOK TALK: With authors Matt Witten and Patricia Smiley, at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 518584-7860. 7p.m. Virtual event; attendees can use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88607683411?pwd=Z01JR3JoZDNhWEw4OFExT3lxN2syQT09.

CHICKEN & RIB BBQ: August 12— 4-6PM Giffy’s And Gateway’s Chicken and Rib Barbecue. Gateway House Of Peace, 479Rowland St, Ballston Spa. Please go to GatewayHouseOfPeace.org and order now.

Friday, Aug. 13

FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS: Take a playful trip back in time to the 18th century every Friday afternoon of the summer break at Brookside Museum, located at 6 Charlton St. in Ballston Spa. Children, along with their parents, are invited to join reenactors Erin and Henry in playing with reproductions of centuriesold toys and games. The calendar may read 2021, but Fridays at Brookside will be like 1771! “Family Fun Fridays” is a limited series: July 30 and Aug 6, 13, and 20, from 2-4 p.m. The events are free and open to the public, though participation may be limited depending on numbers. Donations are appreciated. In addition to the historical games and interactions, Brookside Museum will be open on those days, 1-5 p.m. There are four brand new exhibits, including the innovative “Social Life of Hats” display and the exhibition on Stewart’s Shops and the Dake Family (sponsored by Stewart’s). Please visit the website (www. brooksidemuseum.org) and social media accounts (@ SaratogaCoHistory) for news and announcements.

GREENFIELD FARMERS MARKET:

The Middle Grove United Methodist Church, located at 429 Middle

Grove Rd., is hosting the Greenfield Farmers Market this year. The market will be Friday afternoon beginning June 25 — Sept. 10 from 4-7 p.m. If you are interested in being a vendor for the Farmer’s Market, please contact Chuck at 518-421-1798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.

Saturday, Aug. 14

WATERFORD MEET THE CANDIDATES: Candidates for Waterford’s Town Board will host a meet-the-candidates event on Saturday, August 14, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 76 Grace Street, Waterford, NY. The event is free and open to the public. Candidates Barb Turpin and John Bishop are endorsed by the Town of Waterford Democratic Committee and the Working Families Party. Residents will have the opportunity to meet the candidates, hear their “New Voices & Better Choices” platforms, discuss the future of Waterford, and exchange ideas with residents. Hors d’oeuvres, desserts and coffee will be served. A cash bar will be available. For additional information, call/text 518269-6289 or email: electjohnbishop@gmail.com.

CORINTH TOWNWIDE GARAGE SALE:

The Corinth Merchants’ Association (CMA) sponsors and organizes the Town-Wide Garage Sale on the second weekend in August. It was cancelled last year due to Covid-19 but this year it’s back and will be on August 14 and 15. The CMA’s mission is to encourage business-minded people to serve their community with efficiency and promote high ethical standards in industry, professions, public works, and private endeavors. Their goal is to provide support, encouragement, and consultation to new and established businesses in Corinth and the downtown Community Message Board between Rocco’s and Corinth Wine and Liquors is open for use to their members as well as community non-profit organizations. They are holding meetings each month via zoom. The dues have remained at $50 per year to help defray expenses for these projects. To join them, send your check (payable to Corinth Merchants’ Association) to P.O. Box 121, Corinth, NY 12822 to be included in their radio advertising and in the brochure that will be published prior to the Garage Sale weekend. Last year they ran over 650 radio promotions for member businesses, and encouraging residents to “shop local”. Call 518-654-8425 for more information or go to www.corinthmerchants.com.

AUTHOR EVENT: Reading, Q & A, and book signing with Matt Witten, author of The Necklace., 11:30 a.m., at the Ballston Spa Public Library, 21Milton Ave, Ballston Spa, NY 12020, 518-885-5022.

HISTORY TOURS & LECTURE: The Melville House, at 2 — 114th Street, Troy, NY 12182 will be open for tours and a lecture by Jude Hanley on Stoneware Crocks, on Saturday, August 14, 2021. The house will be open for tours from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm with the lecture starting at 10:30. A question and answer period will follow. Your $5donation supports the education and preservation of the Lansingburgh Historical Society. Looking forward to greeting you all.

Sunday, Aug. 15

FILM DISCUSSION: The final Temple Sinai program for the Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival presents a Zoom discussion and celebration of Black culture with Homecoming: A Film by Beyonce on August 15at 7 p.m. The documentary film, a highly celebrated Netflix documentary and 2019 Emmy Award nominee, is presented with a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York. The panel discussion of Homecoming: A film by Beyonce will be presented on Zoom, August 15, at 7 p.m. Registration is required at sjcf.sjca@gmail.com; for other information: www. saratogajewishculturalfestival.org and www.saratogasinai.org.

TRAP/CLAY SHOOT: Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club will host a Trap/Clay shoot on Sunday August 15, 2021 running from 9:00 AM-1 PM Open to the public — Great time to introduce the youth to trap shooting for Fun. Novice to Expert only $5.00 per round. We are located at 123NY Rt 32Schuylerville, NY 12871. Hot dogs , hamburgers , soda and water will be available for purchase.

COMMUNITY MARKET:

Come enjoy an outdoor market featuring local vendors (candles, jewelry, art and so much more!) and an Open Mic where anyone can get up and sing or have their bands perform live! 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. at 615 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs. There is no fee to attend the market, which is presented by Saratoga Children’s Theatre, Artisanal Brewing, Caffe Lena and RomCom Candles. More information is available online at www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org.

SUNDAY SUMMER STROLL:

After a sold-out season of Summer Sunday Strolls in 2020, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to announce that this year’s stroll series is underway. These historic walking tours will be offered every Sunday through September 5th at 10:30 a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Members who have received complimentary Stroll passes will have those honored for their value of $10 and will be required to pay the difference of $5. Sunday, Aug. 15 — The Spa Complex. Join Linda Harvey on a tour of the Spa Complex which is the core of the Spa State Park, National Historic Landmark. Learn the history leading to its development which involved key local and national individuals while exploring the architecture and landscape. Meet at: 108Avenue of the Pines in front of Hall of Springs. For additional information or to purchase tickets to any of these upcoming tours visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

CORINTH TOWNWIDE GARAGE SALE:

The Corinth Merchants’ Association (CMA) sponsors and organizes the Town-Wide Garage Sale on the second weekend in August. It was cancelled last year due to Covid-19 but this year it’s back and will be on August 14and 15. The CMA’s mission is to encourage business-minded people to serve their community with efficiency and promote high ethical standards in industry, professions, public works, and private endeavors. Their goal is to provide support, encouragement, and consultation to new and established businesses in Corinth and the downtown Community Message Board between Rocco’s and Corinth Wine and Liquors is open for use to their members as well as community non-profit organizations. They are holding meetings each month via zoom. The dues have remained at $50 per year to help defray expenses for these projects. To join them, send your check (payable to Corinth Merchants’ Association) to P.O. Box 121, Corinth, NY 12822 to be included in their radio advertising and in the brochure that will be published prior to the Garage Sale weekend. Last year they ran over 650radio promotions for member businesses, and encouraging residents to “shop local”. Call 518-654-8425 for more information or go to www.corinthmerchants.com.

DHARMA MEDITATION:

Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings are held Sundays from 9 — 10:15am. Please RSVP to Pierre by calling RSVP or emailing Pierre at pzimmie2@icloud.com 24 hours in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. Donations are appreciated! Dharma Meditation includes inspirational topics that support emotional, cognitive, and ethical wishes for wellbeing. This is a sitting meditation for 25minutes 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 a while. This group has been ongoing for more than a decade. Pre-registration is required. For more information visit https://www.oneroofsaratoga.com/one-big-roof/ more-about-meditation/. Note: no meeting Aug. 29 or Sept. 12.

Monday, Aug. 16

FARMERS MARKET: The Mechanicville Library, located at 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville, will be holding its 2021 Farmers Market on Mondays from 4pm — 7pm from June — September. This producers market will feature vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, handmade items, and entrepreneurs. Limited free space is still available to our local producers. Give us a call or stop in to inquire.

VIRTUAL COMIC DRAWING WORKSHOP:

The Troy Public Library will host a Virtual Comic Drawing Workshop with Ira Marcks on Monday, August 16th at 6PM. In this one hour, all ages workshop, Ira will share a look at the creative process behind his new book and lead you through a fun and easy cartooning project. To follow along all you’ll need is a pencil and paper. This interactive workshop is for comics fans of all ages and abilities. Be sure to stick around until the end of the workshop for a chance to win a signed copy of Shark Summer!

This program is free and open to the public. To register go to www.thetroylibrary.org or call 518-2747071. This program will be presented using Zoom. Joining the presentation will require the installation of the Zoom client on your computer (microphone and speakers required for audio, camera for video) or the Zoom app on your mobile device

Tuesday, Aug. 17 GUIDED MEDITATION:

The Troy Public Library will offer Meditation Classes on Tuesdays, July 13th — August 31st at 6:30PM. This program is free and open to the public. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy. Spend an hour discovering how to easily meditate, de-stress, and gain a better handle on attention and emotions. Most find the experience simpler and more beneficial than expected. Learn with stress management coach Michael Fuselli with more than 35 years of experience. Beginners are always welcome. Registration is required. This program will be presented using Zoom. Joining the presentation will require the installation of the Zoom client on your computer (microphone and speakers required for audio, camera for video) or the Zoom app on your mobile device. Please register by calling 518-274-7071, online at www.thetroylibrary. org or by stopping at the information desk.

THE OYVEN: Tuesday, August 17 5 to 8 pm Saratoga Jewish Community Arts, Temple Sinai and S.T.A.N.D.Together welcome The Oyven to Saratoga Springs. The Oyven experience centers on a mobile, outdoor brick oven. Come share food, art and ideas where everyone is fed, physically, spiritually and emotionally. Join us to bake flat breads and more while engaging in Jewish texts, dialogue, music and stories with celebrity Brazilian chef Mauricio Schuartz and other talented presenters. Suggested donation for a family is $18. The Oyven visit is partially supported by a grant from Hakhel’s Jewish Intentional Communities Incubator and JFNENY Havurah Initiative. To register, please email standicsaratoga@gmail.com. Event location will be forwarded with your RSVP confirmation.

FISHBOWL — ASK THE MINISTER:

Tuesday, August 17 at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures via Zoom. Are there challenges you would like to know how to address from a spiritual perspective? Other questions you’ve been grappling with or things you’re curious about? Participants are invited to send questions to Rev. Joanne in advance or private message in Zoom the night of the event. The asker will be kept confidential. Fill out the Contact Us form at www.newthoughtnewyork.org for Zoom info or call 518-366-9918. Donations welcome.

Wednesday, Aug. 18 SENIOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE:

The Clifton Park Senior Community Center will host its yearly open house at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 18 at 6 Clifton Common Court. New and prospective members can join to meet our instructors, enjoy class demonstrations, learn about the many programs and classes we offer and enjoy some light refreshments.