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Friday, September 1

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: 10a. m., Busy Bees open playgroup for ages birth to 24months. 11 a. m., Wiggles & Giggles drop- in for ages 2- 5. Free with museum admission. 69Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518584- 5540for more information.

GREENFIELD FARMERS MARKET: The Town of Greenfield Historical Society and the Town of Greenfield present the 11th anniversary season of the Greenfield Farmers Market, running every Friday from 4 p. m. - 7p. m. in Middle Grove Park on Middle Grove Road through the second week in September. The market will feature fresh vegetables and produce, honey, maple syrup, fresh eggs, specialty olive oils and spices, fresh fruits, baked goods, home- made pickles, local crafts and much more. The Historical Society will also be offering tours of Historic OddFellows Hall – located just next to Middle Grove Park. For more information and weekly updates please send a request to Ron Deutsch at mkd67@ aol. com or go to: http:// www. greenfieldhistoricalsociety.com/ farmers- market. html, or Like Greenfield Farmers Market on Facebook.

HISTORY STROLL: Saratoga Spa State Park docent programs will be offered daily through Labor Day Monday, September 4. Discover park history on a short walk to learn about historic uses for mineral waters, the 1930s spa complex for research and medical treatment, and other park history highlights. Programmeets up at 11a. m., 1 p. m. and 3p. m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs.

INN AT SARATOGA: Mike O’Donnell, Acoustic Guitar, 7: 30p. m. to 10: 30p. m., 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Stop in every Friday from 4p. m. - 6 p. m. to enjoy a children’s movie in the library’s children’s area. No registration required, requests accepted. Mechanicville District Public Library 190N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518- 6644646, fax 518- 664- 8641 or visit http:// mechanicville. sals. edu for more information. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: 9: 30a. m. to noon, Lake Bonita Tour. A park educator will lead this hike along the new property that just opened to the public. 10a. m. to noon, Moreau Kayak Trip. The Park Naturalist will lead this beginner’s paddle around the lake pointing out signs of summer and other wonderful sights that are more enjoyable from an up- close perspective given by a kayak. Registration is necessary with 24hours advanced notice, please call 518- 793- 0511. Program fees do apply. Moreau Lake State Park is located off of exit 17S of I- 87, the Adirondack Northway.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Every Friday, farmer Cliff Samson, as well as Lloyd and Ann Helman will be at the center bringing you fresh quality vegetables and fruit grown right in Ballston Spa! Selection will grow as the season progresses. Food Stamps accepted. Sponsored by Centers Health Care. 11a. m. to 1p. m., 5Williams Street, Saratoga Springs.

SPRINGS TOUR: Saratoga Spa State Park docent programs will be offered daily through Labor Day, September 4. Enjoy a short, refreshing springs walk that describes the different mineral springs in the park, how they came to be, and sample some of the sparkling waters. Cups provided. Programmeets down by the Creekside Classroom in the Geyser Picnic Area at 10a. m., noon, 2p. m. & 4p. m. WIDLUND GALLERY RECEPTION: The Widlund Gallery presents “Luminosity: Photography by Hobit Lafaye.” This collection of photographs invites the viewer to explore nuances of the Adirondacks. Photographs on display September 2- October 1. Opening Reception Friday September 1, 5p. m. - 7p. m. at the Widlund Gallery at Tannery Pond Community Center, 228Main Street, North Creek. For more information call 518- 2512505, or visit www.tannerypondcenter.org.

Saturday, Sept. 2

AURIESVILLE SHRINE: The Community of Mary, Mother of Mercy will sponsor a Mass and Holy Hour in support of priests on Saturday, September 2, in the Coliseum Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs, Auriesville. Confession at 10: 15a. m., mass at 11 a. m. ( Father Francis O’Connor, celebrant) followed by Holy Hour. For more information contact communityofmary@gmail.com

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: S. T. E. A. M. Saturday, 10a. m. for families with children ages 3and up. A fun and exciting morning filled with programs designed around Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Pre- registration required. Free with museum admission. 69Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518- 584- 5540 for more information.

FINAL STRETCHMUSIC FESTIVAL: The end of the 2017meet at Saratoga Race Course is coming up, and to celebrate the season, there will be a Final Stretch Music Festival on September 2in downtown Saratoga. Stop by the area for some free musical performances and have a blast. Visit http:// www. saratoga. com/ race- track/ final- stretch. cfm for more information. HAUDENOSAUNEE FILM FESTIVAL: The Kanatsiohareke Mohawk Community showcases award- winning and up- and- coming Haudenosaunee Filmmakers at 4934 State Highway 5in Fonda on Saturday, September 2, starting at 6p. m. Weather permitting, the film screening will be outdoors and attendees should bring blankets or lawn chairs. Rain will move the festival indoors, with seating provided. Admission $ 5for adults, $ 3for seniors and children, free for children 5and under. Traditional and modern foods will be available for low cost. Saratoga Arts made this program possible with a Community Arts Grant funded by the NewYork State Council on the Arts. The program is also supported by Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site, the Akwesasne Cultural Restoration Program, and the Johnstown Walmart Distribution Center. For more information, please contact Kanatsiohareke at: 518- 673- 4197or: Kanatsiohareke@ gmail. HISTORY STROLL: Saratoga Spa State Park docent programs will be offered daily through Labor Day Monday, September 4. Discover park history on a short walk to learn about historic uses for mineral waters, the 1930s spa complex for research and medical treatment, and other park history highlights. Program meets up at 11a. m., 1 p. m. and 3p. m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19Roosevelt Drive,

Saratoga Springs.

INN AT SARATOGA: Jim Scala, acoustic rock, 7p. m. to 10p. m. 231Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

MAC- HAYDN FUNDRAISER: ” Sing Happy,” is the end- of- season Cabaret at The Mac- Haydn Theatre in nearby Chatham, on September 2at noon. The popular annual fund- raising event will feature the music of composer John Kander and lyricist Fred Ebb, performed by the 2017Mac- Haydn company. The $ 40ticket includes the show and refreshments afterwards; call 518- 392- 9292or visit www. machaydntheatre. org for information and reservations. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLICLIBRARY: 9 a. m., Lego Club: Come hang out and build some masterpieces with us at Lego Club! No registration required. 11 a. m., Kids’ Paint- A- Pic: For ages 5and up. Please stop by the Library or call 518664- 4646to register. Noon, Sidewalk Chalk Art, Weather Permitting: Fun for all ages. Mechanicville District Public Library 190N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518- 6644646, fax 518- 664- 8641 or visit http:// mechanicville. sals. edu for more information.

NYS 5- HOUR PRE- LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5- Hour Pre- Licensing class will be offered Saturday, September 2, from 9 a. m. to 2p. m., at the First Baptist Church, 45Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $ 40. To Register: call John Rinko at 518584- 2221, or E- mail: Rinko Driving School. com A portion fromthe class is donated to the First Baptist Church.

RUN FORTHE HORSES: The average age of a retired racehorse is 5years old. They can live another 20- 25 years. Four local non- profit Thoroughbred Rescues have joined together to form

R. A. C. E ( Racehorse Aftercare Charitable Endeavors) and will Run for theHorses on Saturday, September

2, in Saratoga Spa State Park to raise much needed funds to help care for retired racehorses. The certified 5k course, which begins at the Orenda Pavilion at Saratoga State Park, will wind its way throughout the beautiful park. 7a. m. Check- in. 8a. m. Kids Fun Run. 8: 30a. m. 5K Race Start. Pre- race registration for the event is $ 25. Race day registration is $ 30. Sign up at https:// runsignup. com/ Race/ Register/? raceId= 32914# register.