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Friday, Feb. 12 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SARATOGA: Kids Night Out: Glow Party, 6to 9p.m. Drop the kids off at The Children’s Museum, 69Caroline Street, for a fun-filled evening so you can go downtown for a date-night, get some errands done, or just relax. For only $15your child will get to play in our hands-on exhibits, enjoy a pizza dinner, socialize, and party. The community room will be transformed with black lights, glow sticks, and funfilled activities. For a fraction of what you would pay for a babysitter, your kids will have twice as much fun. Children must be 4or older and potty trained. Space is limited. If interested call the Museum at 584-5540to sign your child up no later than Tuesday, February 9.

CONSULTING ALLIANCE: The Consulting Alliance will host a lunchtime presentation by leadership expert David Liebshutz of DS Leadership, LLC. David will share how effective organizations empower every member of the team to advance the mission of the organization. This program is open to the public and will take place on Friday, February 12, from 11:30a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Wolferts Roost Country Club, 120Van Rensselaer Blvd., Menands. Online reservations for this Consulting Alliance program are required at www.consultingalliance.org. The cost is $20for members and $25for guests.

LAKE GEORGE OLIVE OIL: Lake George Olive Oil Co., recently opened at a newly renovated 179Glen Street location in Downtown Glens Falls, plans a Valentine’s Day event on Friday, February 12, from 6 to 9p.m. with free wine tasting, olive oil and balsamic vinegar sampling, gourmet desserts, giveaways and more. Admission is free and open to the public. For information, call the store at 792-0900.

MEET THE ARTISTS: The Lake Placid Center for the Arts (LPCA) invites the public to an Opening Meet-the-Artist Reception on Friday, February 12from 5p.m. to 7p.m. with JOANN Cancro, Julieve Jubin and Chuck Stewart for their show, “Havana Dreams: Celebrating Cuba in Photography,” which captures the creative spirit of Cuban culture and its allure for photographers. This new exhibit will be on display in the LPCA Fine Arts Gallery through March 12. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 1p.m. to 5p.m. Admission is free. MONTREAL RESERVATION DEADLINE: Today is the reservation deadline for La Fédération franco-américaine du New York’s trip to Montréal from May 13-16. Price covers round-trip motor coach; 3nights at the Springhill Suites Old Montréal; buffet breakfast each day; a group dinner Friday night; a half-day sightseeing tour of Montréal; and a sugar shack experience at Sucrerie De La Montagne, with a horse-drawn wagon tour and hearty French Canadian lunch with live music. There’s an optional trip to the Botanical Gardens and lots of free time to explore. A $100 deposit is due at the time of booking; payments are nonrefundable; cancellation insurance is available. Prices per person are Quad $510, Triple $540, Double $590, Single $855. Formore info or to sign up, call Lisa at Plaza Travel, 785-3338.

PRIORY OF ST. BENEDICT: “Mandalas: Sacred Symbols” with Connie Messitt CSJ, 10a.m. to 3p.m. Have you experienced Mandalas as a spiritual practice? The circle, through the centuries and in cultures all over the world, has symbolized wholeness and unity. Mandala work is not about drawing, but about focusing, calming, and centering yourself. You will leave with some personal mandals and a renewed spirit. Donation $45-55. 135Priory Road, Chestertown.

Q.U.I.L.T.: Q.U.I.L.T. Inc. will meet on Friday, February 12, at the Delmar Reformed Church, 386Delaware Ave, Delmar. The general meeting starts at 9:45a.m.; doors open at 9:15a.m. The general meeting, quilt show reports and Show and Share will be followed by “Meet Our Members” and service project work in the afternoon. Quilting 101 will follow the conclusion of the meeting: Regina Weather by will demonstrate Mitered Corners. For information, call 393-2284or visit www. quiltinc.org. VALENTINE’S DAY PAJAMA PARTY: Please join Saratoga Children’s Theater for a fun night of dancing, music, crafts, and a movie. 5p.m. to 9p.m., The Senior Center at 5 Williams Street, Saratoga. For children Grades K-5. 1Child $15, 2Children $25, 3Children $35. Visit www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org

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ZOMBIE VALENTINES: Zombies need love too; make them a valentine or one for someone special. On Friday February 12 from 7p.m. to 8p.m. spend an evening of snacks and crafts at the Schuylerville Public Library, 52Ferry Street. Open to all Teens (Grades 6-12). Saturday, Feb. 13 ANTIQUES: The Antiques Market Place is holding their Anniversary Celebration on President’s Weekend , Feb.1314 from 10a.m - 5p.m. offering home-made refreshments and store wide discounts. The shop is celebrating four years in business and one year in their newlocation, 650 State Route 149, Lake George. Take a break from the Lake George Winter Carnival and enjoy browsing this warm and welcoming spacious shop. Free event. The shop is open every day from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call 798-0010. DOCUMENTARY FILM

SCREENING: Old Chatham Quaker Meeting will screen “The Loving Story” Saturday, February 13, at 7p.m, with Potluck at 6p.m., at the Old Chatham Quaker Meetinghouse 539County Route 13, Old Chatham, across from Pitt Hall Road and Powell House. “The Loving Story” documents the case of Richard and Mildred Loving, whose felony conviction for interracial marriage was invalidated by the Supreme Court, and examines the history and the current state of interracial marriage and tolerance in the United States. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served and a moderated discussion will follow. For more information call 766-2992. For directions visit www. oldchathamquakers.org FIRE DEPT. FISHING TOURNAMENT: The Quaker Volunteer Fire Department will host the 10th Annual Fire Department Ice Fishing Tournament on Saturday, February 13on the Cove section of the Hudson River (based at Kim’s) at 882Route 4South of Schuylerville starting at 7 a.m. The actual tournament is from 8a.m. to 2p.m. There is an entry fee of $20for preregistered (by February 10) or $25at the door. The public is invited. To receive an entry form please contact firefighters Jacob Dooley 944-7586, Sean Dooley 810-6114, or Anthony Carpenter 764-0570. There will be cash prizes, door prizes and a 50⁄50 raffle. Hot food and drinks will be available. For more information please visit www.qsfd.com.

FREE LUNCH: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold its monthly Free Lunch on Saturday, February 13, at the Church located at 729 Malta Avenue Extension, in Malta Ridge. Soup, sandwiches, dessert and beverages will be served at no charge from 11:30a.m. to 1:30p.m. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 581- 0210. LOVE BIRDS: On February 13, from 5to 7p.m., with Valentine’s Day in mind, The Hyde Collection will host “Creative Spirits: Love Birds.” This is the latest in the Museum’s Creative Spirits series, The Hyde’s version of a paint and sip. Wine will be provided by Lake George’s own Adirondack Winery. The Hyde’s museum educators will lead this fun, informal, hands- on workshop. All are welcome. The price of admission ($30members, $40non-members) includes two drinks and all supplies. For more information and to register for this event, go to http://www.hydecollection. org/events_ and_ programs/Creative_ Spirits_ Love_ Birds_ 544. htm.