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2021-08-14 -

Saturday, Aug. 14 BAKER FAMILY REUNION:

The 156th Baker Family Reunion will only meet virtually this year because of the lingering effects of the Covid-19pandemic. The meeting will be held virtually on Zoom on August 14at 1:00 pm. To receive information on how to attend the meeting, please visit The Baker Family Reunion Facebook page ((16) the baker family reunion — Search Results | Facebook). Judy Farnan-Farago, president of the Baker Family Reunion of the descendants of James and Ruth Post Baker said it was decided to cancel the 2021 in-person Reunion out of an abundance of caution. The 2022 reunion will once again be held in person. This is only the third time an in-person reunion has been cancelled since it was first held in 1865. The other year was 1943, in the depths of WWII.

WATERFORD MEET THE CANDIDATES:

Candidates for Waterford’s Town Board will host a meet-the-candidates event on Saturday, August 14, 2021from 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 518-269-6289or 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-19but 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 650 radio promotions for member businesses, and encouraging residents to “shop local”. Call 518-6548425 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 2019Emmy 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 7p.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 $5.00per round. We are located at 123 NY 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:

The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20for 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:

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.

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 518-274-7071. 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 NATURE CRAFT HOURS:

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is continuing to host Nature Craft Hours under the pavilion at Camp Saratoga every Tuesday throughout August and September!

This program runs from 4:00pm-5:00pm and is geared for children of all ages. Each Tuesday will feature a different and creative nature-themed arts project. Activities are TBA but have included sun prints, natural tie dye, seed medallions and more! Please note, there is a craft supply fee of $3 per participant. Participants should park in Parking Lot #1 located on Scout Road directly across the street from the pavilion. Registration is required. Space is limited. For more information about the program or to register, please contact the Preserve & Park Office at 518-450-0321or email info@wiltonpreserve.

org. Please provide your name, phone number, email address and the number of people attending within your party. For up to date trail and program information, visit our website at wiltonpreserve.org. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation.

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 175to 8pm 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 17at 6:30p.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 518-3669918. Donations welcome.

Wednesday, Aug. 18

CHICKEN MARSALA DINNER: Wilton Elks Lodge #161presents a Chicken Marsala Dinner for curbside pick up Wednesday, Aug. 18 , 4:30-6 p.m. Call 518-5842585 Monday or Tuesday between 10a.m. and noon to place an order. Menu includes chicken marsala, long grain wild rice, vegetable, salad, roll. Dinner for two is $25. Cash only.

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.

Thursday, Aug. 19

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.

Friday, Aug. 20 POND EXPLORATION:

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park’s popular Pond Exploration Programs will be running every Friday throughout August and September! Revolving around discovering aquatic wildlife at Delegan Pond, this scheduled reoccurring program is taking place every Friday from 10:30am-11:30am. Participants can use the dip nets that are provided to search for pond life, including frogs, salamanders, tadpoles, crayfish, and aquatic insects. Registration is required. Space is limited. This is a free program. For more information or to register for the program, please contact the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve. org. Please provide your name, phone number, email address and the number of people within your party. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation.

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 centuries-old toys and games. The calendar may read 2021, but Fridays at Brookside will be like 1771! “Family Fun Fridays” is a limited series: July 30and 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.

BOOK SIGNING: with

Matt Witten, author of

The Necklace. 6 — 7 p.m., at Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 518-682-4200. 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 518-4211798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.

Saturday, Aug. 21 MALTA FLEA MARKET:

Shop antiques, clothing, collectibles, crafts, furniture, jewelry, lighting, tools, toys and much more from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Malta Drive-In, 2785Rt. 9 in Malta. Entry fee $2per car. More than 80 vendor spaces, snack bar food, indoor restrooms and plenty of parking. Modified set up and COVID-19 social distancing in effect. See www. maltaflea.com for details. Contact: Jim O’Connell at (518) 256-4409 or maltaflea@gmail.com.

Sunday, Aug. 22 HORSE FARM TOUR:

Join CCE Equine for a free Horse Farm tour on Sunday, August 22th, 2021. The community is invited for a drive- it-yourself tour of select horse farms around the county; several local farms have graciously agreed to open their doors to the public from 12:00 — 4:00PM. This tour is a wonderful opportunity to personally meet some of the farm owners and horses that make the Saratoga area so unique.

The Horse Farm Tour is a fun and educational for the whole family and a perfect way to spend a SundayFun-Day. Horse lovers and families will delight in meeting the different breeds of horses and get a behind the scenes look at the horses that are frequently our neighbors here in Saratoga County. A variety of equine businesses and farms are offered to tour in order to promote the diversity found in the equine industry. The horse farms included on the tour are: Cross Timbers Ranch of Middle Grove, Mill Creek Farm of Stillwater, and Stark Racing Stables of Saratoga. For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County at 518-885-8995. Tour information can also be found at http://ccesaratoga. org/agriculture/cce-equine/ horse-farm-tour.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST & CAR SHOW: Sunday, Aug. 22 at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, 162 Prospect St. in Ballston Spa. Breakfast served 8to 11a.m.

Car show 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. registration for car show at 7:30 a.m. 50⁄50 raffle and basket raffles. All proceeds for the rebuild of the grandstand. $15entry fee for car show participants. $8adult breakfast. $5children 10 and younger breakfast.

SUNDAY SUMMER STROLL:

North Broadway & Van Dam Street (Witt Construction). 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.

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. 23 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. 24 NATURE CRAFT HOURS:

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is continuing to host Nature Craft Hours under the pavilion at Camp Saratoga every Tuesday throughout August and September! This program runs from 4:00pm-5:00pm and is geared for children of all ages. Each Tuesday will feature a different and creative nature-themed arts project. Activities are TBA but have included sun prints, natural tie dye, seed medallions and more! Please note, there is a craft supply fee of $3per participant. Participants should park in Parking Lot #1 located on Scout Road directly across the street from the pavilion. Registration is required. Space is limited. For more information about the program or to register, please contact the Preserve & Park Office at 518-450-0321or email info@wiltonpreserve. org. Please provide your name, phone number, email address and the number of people attending within your party. For up to date trail and program information, visit our website at wiltonpreserve.org. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation.

CONSCIOUSNESS-RAISING BOOK DISCUSSION:

Tuesday, August 24at 6:30 p.m. hosted on Zoom by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures. Join us for a spiritual book discussion. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. This month’s book is God Never Blinks: 50Lessons for Life’s Little Detours by Regina Brett. 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.

GUIDED MEDITATION:

Wednesday, Aug. 25

WAMC@SPAC: “Horse Crazy with Sarah Maslin Nir” — On August 25at 7p.m. WAMC’s own Joe Donahue will interview award winning New York Times reporter and Pulitzer Prize finalist Sarah Maslin Nir about her new book Horse Crazy, a memoir that takes readers into the lesser-known corners of the equestrian world, woven through a captivating narrative of her family’s history. She details her father’s harrowing tale of surviving the Holocaust, and describes an enchanted but deeply lonely upbringing in Manhattan, where horses became her family. And she speaks candidly of how horses have helped her overcome heartbreak and loss. For more information please visit spac.org. All attendees are required to show proof of having completed their COVID-19 vaccination no sooner than 14 days prior to the event. Acceptable forms of proof include vaccination card, a photo of your vaccination card, or the Excelsior Pass. Any updates to these guidelines will be sent via email.

Thursday, Aug. 26

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.

Friday, Aug. 27 POND EXPLORATION:

The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation.

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 518-4211798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.

TROY NIGHT OUT: Last Friday of every month — 5to 9 p.m. — downtown Troy. Troy Night Out is an extended evening highlighting shops, restaurants, arts and culture that takes place on the last Friday of every month in downtown Troy. Attendees are able to support virtually or stroll throughout the streets and businesses, enjoying art openings, music performances, fine restaurants as well as unique boutiques of all varieties. Call in for to-go orders or shop items for curbside pick-up, watch live performances through Facebook, gather friends and family virtually the Last Friday of each month to connect, support and relax! Business Listings are updated monthly online at downtowntroy.org.

Saturday, Aug. 28 FREE HISTORY CRUISE:

Hudson Crossing Park and Mohawk Maiden Cruises are pleased to announce that they will offer three free local history cruises this summer on an authentic chain-driven sternwheel paddleboat. The weekend cruises—which will take place on June 27, July 24 and August 28beginning at 2 p.m.—are generously sponsored by The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the NYS Canal

Corporation. The cruises will feature history presentations from Hudson Crossing Park historians as the Caldwell Belle paddleboat meanders through the picturesque Champlain Canal. Each cruise is limited to 20 participants and masks are required. Reservations can be made at http://mohawkmaidencruises.com/calendar.html. The boat launches from Lock C5 in Schuylerville, adjacent to Hudson Crossing Park. For more information on the cruises, call 518-350-7275 (PARK) or go to HudsonCrossingPark.org. The website also includes information on additional fee-based history cruises, which help with the park’s ongoing fundraising efforts.

KICK UP YOUR HEELS FUNDRAISER:

Come celebrate the transformative work happening at the High & Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center. The Barn Doors Are Open: Kick Up Your Heels! Saturday, August 28th, 5-10PM. The High & Mighty fundraiser is back and better than ever! This year’s event is for the whole family with games, dinner, music, raffle, and silent auction. Bring the kids for a scavenger hunt, ping-pong, corn hole, face painting, and more. For adults there will be plenty of fantastic items to bid on at our silent auction. Our special raffle this year is a pizza party for 20in the privacy of your own home with a wood-fired pizza oven and pizza chef! High & Mighty is making sure the event is run in the safest way possible. It is outdoors, on the grounds of our beautiful 60-acre farm, with some activities in a large indoor arena. The arena has extra tall and wide windows and doors, which will be open for excellent cross-ventilation. There will be seating available, but we also encourage people to bring their own picnic blankets and chairs if they are more comfortable doing so. Dinner will be individually boxed meals, set out on a table for each person to pick up any time during the night. The High & Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center is a not-for-profit organization that offers equine-assisted services such as riding, driving, and groundwork to children and adults with disabilities in our community. In addition, we offer a veterans program and an all-abilities recreational program. Benefits of equine-assisted services include but are not limited to: building muscle tone, strength, and control; increasing range of motion, endurance, balance, and sensory integration; increasing self-esteem, problem solving, and communications skills (including nonverbal); and reducing anxiety. When at capacity, High & Mighty provides equineassisted services to approximately 90participants per week and is supported by a dedicated group of trained volunteers who totaled more than 2000 hours of service in 2020. Tickets: Adults $100, Children $25. High & Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center, 71County Route 21C, Ghent, NY 12075. All NYS COVID regulations will be followed. Purchase event tickets and raffle tickets online at highn-mighty.org or mail a check to the above address.

Sunday, Aug. 29 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. 29 — Women of Greenridge. Join leader Gloria May to learn about the women in Greenridge Cemetery. This tour includes the prominent and influential as well as the ordinary women whose life stories tell the history of Saratoga Springs. Meet at: Sackett Gates entrance on Lincoln Avenue (Due to the distance covered during the tour it will take between 1.5 and 2 hours). 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.

Monday, Aug. 30

FARMERS MARKET:

The Mechanicville Library, located at 190 N. Main

Tuesday, Aug. 31 FOSTER PARENT MEETING:

A Foster Parent Information Meeting will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 31at 4p.m. at the Department of Social Services Building, located at 152West High Street, Ballston Spa. The next certification class will begin on Sept. 16, 2021 at 5p.m. The department is in need of foster parents who are willing to foster infants, teens and sibling groups. Please contact Chris Cittadino at 518-884-4157 for more information.

NATURE CRAFT HOURS:

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 35years 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, Sept. 1 SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR:

The 2021 Schaghticoke Fair, featuring agriculture and entertainment, is scheduled for Sept. 1 through Sept. 6 at the fairgrounds, located at 69 Stillwater Bridge Rd. in Schaghticoke. More details will be announced soon at www.schaghticokefair.com.

Thursday, Sept. 2 SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR:

Friday, Sept. 3 POND EXPLORATION:

FREE SUMMER MOVIES:

Free movies in Wiswall

Park are back for the 14th summer in a row, presented by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, as part of its First Friday activities. The series begins on June 4 (rain date June 5) with “Trolls”. “The Croods” will be shown on July 2(rain date July

3), “Frozen 2” on August 6(rain date August 7) and “The Secret Life of Pets 2” on September 3(rain date September 4). All films are family-friendly. The movies are projected onto the wall of the adjacent Front Street Deli building on Front Street in the village and begin at dusk (approximately 8:308:45 pm). All screenings are free. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. We will follow any continuing guidelines for safe public gatherings that may be in effect at the time of the event. These may include social distancing measures, face masks and limited capacity in the park for movie viewers. Before the movies, families are encouraged to stroll to downtown shops, restaurants, museums and other venues participating in First Friday. To learn more, visit at www.ballston.org. 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 518-4211798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.

SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR:

Saturday, Sept. 4 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.

SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR:

Sunday, Sept. 5 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 90minutes 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 $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Members who have received complimentary Stroll passes will have those honored for their value of $10and will be required to pay the difference of $5. Sunday, Sept. 5— Queen Anne’s Circular Street & Union Avenue. Debbie Studwell will tour the area formerly home to the Young Women’s Industrial Club of Saratoga, which would later become Skidmore College. Meet at: SE Corner of Spring & Circular streets. 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.

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST:

Waterford Knights of Columbus Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station 8:30 — 11:30am every first Sunday at the K of C Hall, 76 Grace St., Waterford. A buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes, (plain and blueberry), sausage, bacon, home fries, toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices. Take a chance to win the 50⁄50 drawing. Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast. Takeout Available. Reservations preferred. Fully Air Conditioned. For information or reservations call 518-801-2506 $10 adult — $5 children. Children under 4 are free.

SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR:

Monday, Sept. 6 SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR:

FARMERS MARKET:

The Mechanicville Library, located at 190 N. Main

Tuesday, Sept. 7 NATURE CRAFT HOURS:

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is continuing to host Nature Craft Hours under the pavilion at Camp Saratoga every Tuesday throughout August and September!

This program runs from 4:00pm-5:00pm and is geared for children of all ages. Each Tuesday will feature a different and creative nature-themed arts project. Activities are TBA but have included sun prints, natural tie dye, seed medallions and more! Please note, there is a craft supply fee of $3per participant. Participants should park in Parking Lot #1 located on Scout Road directly across the street from the pavilion. Registration is required. Space is limited.

For more information about the program or to register, please contact the Preserve & Park Office at 518-4500321or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. Please provide your name, phone number, email address and the number of people attending within your party. For up to date trail and program information, visit our website at wiltonpreserve.org. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation.

Friday, Sept. 10 POND EXPLORATION:

GREENFIELD FARMERS MARKET:

Saturday, Sept. 11

CHICKEN BBQ: Chicken BBQ at Middle Grove United Methodist Church, Sat., Sept 11 from 3-6pm or until sold out. Meal includes: ½ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, drink and cookie. Tickets are $12. Drive thru — take out only. Church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd. (corner of Middle Grove Rd. and North Creek Rd.) YOUTH SYMPHONY AUDITIONS: Auditions for the Saratoga Youth Symphony and Saratoga Preparatory Symphony will take place on Saturday, September 11th. Auditions are open to students playing at a NYSSMA Level 3-6. To sign up for an audition time, please contact us at 583-1128 or email us at saratogayouthsymphony@yahoo.com BLOCK PARTY: Saturday, Sept. 11, 1-6PM at the Waterford Knights of Columbus 76 Grace Street, Waterford. Live music, food, 50⁄50, Cash Bar. DJ Rick spins your favorites! Hot Dogs — $3 (chips included), Hamburgers — $5 (chips included), Soda $1. Bring a chair!

MALTA FLEA MARKET:

Shop antiques, clothing, collectibles, crafts, furniture, jewelry, lighting, tools, toys and much more from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Malta Drive-In, 2785Rt. 9 in Malta. Entry fee $2per car. More than 80 vendor spaces, snack bar food, indoor restrooms and plenty of parking. Modified set up and COVID-19social distancing in effect. See www. maltaflea.com for details. Contact: Jim O’Connell at (518) 256-4409 or maltaflea@gmail.com.

CHEESE TOUR: The Washington County Cheese Tour with Wine, Beer &

Cider is back after being cancelled last year because of the pandemic. The annual Cheese Tour is on the weekend after Labor Day — Saturday, September 11 and Sunday, September 12 in 2021 — from 10 am to 4 pm. The outdoor tour is selfguided. Adventurers gather their friends and family to travel the twists and turns of Washington County’s country roads to visit four cheesemakers, a farm winery, a craft farmstead brewery and a farm cidery during the weekend event. There is no admission fee for The Tour. Limited free product samples will be provided and a full range of product samples will be available for a nominal fee. New to The Cheese Tour this year is Slyboro Ciderhouse located in Granville at the site of Hick’s Orchard. Slyboro’s owner, Dan Wilson, is longtime leader in agritourism in Washington County. Other stops on The Cheese Tour are Argyle Cheese Farmer at their new location in Fort Edward, Consider Bardwell Farm in Pawlet, VT, Dancing Ewe Farm in Granville, Moxie Ridge Farm in Argyle, R.S. Taylor & Son Brewery in West Hebron, and Victory View Vineyard in North Easton. Washington County Cheesemakers Guild, a nonprofit corporation, puts on the annual event to forge a better understanding between customers and the cheese and craft beverages they love, as well as a way to support these farms and other businesses in rural Washington County during the two-day event.

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