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Monday, March 27

DUNNING ST. RURAL CEMETERY ASSOCIATION: The Dunning Street Rural Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Monday, March 27, at 7 p.m. at the Malta Ridge United Methodist Church at 729 Malta Avenue Extension. All lot owners and interested persons are encouraged to attend. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: F. William Harder Lecture: “Semiconductors: The Industry that Changed the World,” by Thomas Caulfield of Global Foundries. 5 p.m., Gannett Auditorium. For more information call 580-5675.

Tuesday, March 28

BREAST & OVARIAN CANCER: Please join To Life! for a discussion of important issues surrounding breast and ovarian cancer genetic predisposition. This program will be of interest to women and men who have questions about heredity risk for cancer. The panel will focus specifically on hereditary risk for those with Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Jewish Federation of Northeastern NY facility in the Golub Center located at 184 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany. This program is offered free of charge and refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is suggested. Contact us online at www.tolife.org or by calling To Life! at 439-5975. INN AT SARATOGA: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. - Drank the Gold, American, Irish, Folk. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. OLD SARATOGA REFORMED CHURCH: Old Saratoga Reformed Church, 48 Pearl Street, Schuylerville, hosts “4 Tuesdays In Lent” from March 7 - 28, focusing on the life and work of Corrie ten Boom, author of “The Hiding Place.” Bring your own lunch; beverages, cookies and fruit will be provided. The church is handicapped accessible. For more info call 695-3479, www.facebook.com/oldsaratogareformedchurch or www. old-saratoga.rcachurches.org. ORIGINS OF PRESERVATION: Join County Supervisor Matthew Veitch for “Origins of Preservation: Urban Renewal in Saratoga Springs: 1962-1986,” as he explores the origins of preservation in Saratoga Springs and the often controversial Urban Renewal Program. This presentation will feature images from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, some that have not been seen in decades. 7 p.m., Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. Purchase tickets online at http://store.saratogapreservation.org/productcategory/40th-anniversary/, by phone at 587-5030, or on the day of the event. SHAKER POINTE: On Tuesday, March 28 at 1:30 p.m., in the first part of a two-part multi-media presentation titled ‘Spiritual Resilience and the Ill or Aging Person,” Margaret Griffen, N.P. will discuss responding to illness and aging with resilience, and thinking spiritually about resilience. Part two will take place on Tuesday, April 4. To learn more about this presentation or Shaker Pointe, please visit ShakerPointe.org/events/ or call 250-4900. One Bell Tower Drive, Watervliet. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Lecture, “Demands and Dialogue: Re-engaging African Objects and Communties at the Royal ONtario Museum,” by Silvia Forni of the museum’s department of world cultures and African collection. 6 p.m., Davis Auditoriim. For more information call 580-5053. THEY BUILT AMERICA: Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site is excited to announce that The Capital Repertory Theatre will present “They Built America: the Workers of the Erie Canal” in partnership with the Canajoharie Library on Tuesday, March 28, at the Arkell Museum at Canajoharie. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7p.m. Light refreshments will be available after this free program.

Wednesday, March 29

INN AT SARATOGA: Tim Wechgelaer & Chris CareyAcoustic Duo, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. LENTEN CHOWDER LUNCHEON: The tradition continues with an a la carte menu for dining in or to go. Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. through April 12, Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls. Call 747-6832 for more information. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF RACING: The Museum celebrates the 100th birthday of Hall of Fame horse Man o’ War with two special events on the date of his foaling. From 10:30 a.m. to noon, children will learn about the legacy of Man o’ War and create birthday cards to celebrate the special occasion. Birthday refreshments will be served. This family program is suggested for pre-school children accompanied by a required adult chaperone. The event is free for children accompanied by adults ($5 each). Please RSVP before March 22 by calling Karen Wheaton at 584-0400 ext. 118 or emailing nmredu2@ racingmuseum.net. The new exhibit, “Man o’ War at 100,” will have a special opening for Museum members only from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with champagne and cupcakes. This event is free for Museum members and a guest. Please RSVP by March 22 to 5840400 ext. 109 or nmrmembers@racingmuseum.net. OPERA SARATOGA AUDITIONS: Opera Saratoga announces open auditions for male and female dancers for a new production of André Grétry’s operatic adaptation of Beauty and the Beast – “Zémire et Azor” – which will be directed by Obie Award winning director and puppeteer James Ortiz and choreographed by Jill Echo. Male dancers must be at least 6’ tall, and female dancers must be at least 5’9” to be eligible for consideration. Dancers should be professionally trained in ballet and modern dance. Experience with puppetry is valuable but not required. Auditions will take place at 6:30pm on Wednesday March 29, in Dance Studio 2 of The Skidmore Dance Center at Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Dancers are advised to bring a resume and headshot to the audition. Dancers must be available full time for rehearsals and performances for a seven-week period, starting on May 29, ending on July 14. RETAILER MEET-UP: Join with local independently owned retail store owners from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for an informal meet up to share local trends, challenges and opportunities. This is a free opportunity for retailers to share best practices on marketing, hiring, and more. By sharing ideas and getting to know everyone better, our hope is that we’ll create a more vibrant referral network among local retailers across Saratoga County. Anne’s Washington Inn is a unique destination with plenty of parking. Please RSVP for this free event so the room can be set up appropriately to accommodate everyone. Register at http://chamber. saratoga.org/events/details/ retailer-meet-up-23092. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Jacob Perlow Lecture, “Friendship

as Freedom in Spinoza,’ by Hasana Sharp of McGill University. 7:30 p.m., Davis Auditorium. For more information call 580-5597.

TOWN OF MALTA: Malta Sewer & Water Committee, 6:30 p.m., Malta Town Hall.

Thursday, March 30

BOARD OF EDUCATION BUDGET WORKSHOP: Saratoga Springs City School District residents will consider a school budget proposal for the 2017-18 school year on Tuesday, May 16. District residents are invited to attend a meeting at 7 p.m. during a regular meeting of the school board at Greenfield Elementary School. Topics include the Bus Bond Resolution, final decisions on new proposals and a final review and discussion. For more information on the budget, visit the school district website at www.saratogaschools.org/ budget.

CHANGEMAKERS: On Thursday, March 30, Wellspring is hosting ‘Changemakers—Champions for Change,’ a celebration of the people and programs who help create a community free of relationship and sexual abuse. The event, made possible in part by Gold Sponsors The Adirondack Trust Company and MVP Healthcare, is being held at Prime at Saratoga National, begining at 6:30 p.m. The evening will feature hearty hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and silent auction, and will introduce guests to some of Wellspring’s programs that educate about healthy relationships and consent, prevent relationship and sexual abuse, and foster social change. Wellspring will present its ‘Changemaker’ award to local individuals and groups, “in recognition of their commitment to change, and their work to create a community free of relationship and sexual abuse.” Tickets are $75 a person, $150 a couple, and are available online at www.wellspringcares.org/change, or by calling Wellspring at 583-0280.

INN AT SARATOGA: Jeff Walton- Acoustic Guitar, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

MARCH FOR JUSTICE: During March, law schools in New York State have launched a statewide effort, “March for Justice,” to highlight the critical role lawyers play in our democracy, in preserving the rule of law, and promoting and preserving civil and human rights. As a part of this effort, Albany Law School will host an exciting event that will feature Albany mayor Kathy Sheehan and other national and local leaders on these issues. It takes place at 3 p.m. at Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Ave., Dean Alexander Moot Courtroom (Room 421). This event is free and open to the public. 2 free CLE credits are available. Registration is requested. To register, please email Amy Gunnells at agunn@ albanylaw.edu.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF RACING: Student Art Show Opening Reception Grades 3-7, Thursday, March 30, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Awards will be announced and presented for the winners of the “Horsing Around with the Arts” grades 3-7 student art show. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. The artwork will be on display in the von Stade Gallery.

SAFE DRIVING FOR SENIORS: On Thursday, March 30 at 11 a.m., Maria Geizer, community relations director, Home Instead Senior Care Saratoga Springs, will discuss, “Safe Driving for Seniors” at The Summit at Saratoga, 1 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs. Geizer will talk about the warning signs for older drivers that may point to driving retirement. She will also outline other options for getting around, tests older drivers can take to know if they are still safe on the road, as well as how family members of older drivers can start the conversation about paring back their loved one’s time behind the wheel. The presentation is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Reserve your place by calling 430-2136, or emailing rebeccad@summitsaratoga.com. Light refreshments will be served.

SKIDMORE COLLEGE: 5:30 p.m., Karen Levin Coburn ‘53 Lecture in Gender Studies by Bonnie Thorton Dill, Gannett Auditorium. 6:30 p.m., “For the Love of Money,” lecutre by Sam Polk, former Wall Street trader and founder of Groceryships, a Los Angeles nonprofit working at the intersection of hunger and obesity, Filene Recital Hall. For more information call 5805240 (Coburn Lecture) or 580-5790 (Polk).

SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP: The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership is holding five events in the 2017 Saratoga County Small Business Workshop Series. The series is designed for people who are thinking about starting their own business or are ready to move their startup business to the next level. Attendees will hear from experts on the top things they should know, including how to build a business plan, financing options, and workforce development resources. The workshop will end with one-on-one sessions between the attendees and experts. The next event will be held in Saratoga, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., in the Saratoga Town Hall, Schuyler Room, 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville. Those who would like to attend can go to https://www. eventbrite.com/o/saratogacounty-prosperity-partnership-11060858797 or call 871-1887.

STORIES TOLD: Stories Told acoustic duo will be performing at the last Live Music and Pizza night at Round House Bakery Cafe before they move from the old bank building! Join us as we weave stories with original music, folk/roots/ Americana/R&B and unexpected favorites, and ring out the old cafe and into the new. Free and open to the public. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Round House Bakery Cafe, 1 Washington St, Cambridge.

Friday, March 31

ASTRONOMY PARTY: On Friday, March 31 at 7 p.m., there will be an Astronomy Party at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park’s Camp Saratoga. Join volunteers from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers and the Adirondack Skywatchers to study the night sky in all of its beauty. This date was chosen for gazing at the crescent Moon to observe the Earthshine. There will be telescopes available and experts will be on hand to share their knowledge of the night sky. Please dress appropriately for the weather, it gets chilly at night! The cloud date for this event is Saturday, April 1 at 7 p.m. in the same location. Space is limited so preregistration is required by Wednesday, March 29. For more information, please call the Preserve & Park office at 450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org.

FISH FRY FRIDAYS: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club located on route 32 south of the village of Victory ( look for our sign) presents Fish Fry Friday from 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. , and will continue each Friday of the month. Menu: Fried Fish, Fried Clams, Fried Chicken Tenders , Popcorn Shrimp, Buffalo Shrimp. Also available will be Clam Chowder by the bowl or by the quart. You are invited to eat at the club house or to call ahead for Take Out at 695-3917. Everyone will be welcome.

INN AT SARATOGA: Mike O’Donnell, Acoustic Guitar, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

LENTEN FISH FRY: The public is invited to Lenten Fish Fry Friday at the Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road. $10 at the door, Takeouts $11. Dinner is served from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. For more information call 584-8547.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Kate White, “The Secrets You Keep” 7 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

OPEN MIC FOR JESUS: All are cordially invited to join Community Alliance Church congregants in a special night of music, poetry, scripture reading, testimonies centered on Jesus. This event is open to all budding or blossoming talent in the community. Bring your instrument, voice .... whatever. 7 p.m., Community Alliance Church, 257 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., Monthly Hot Breakfast; $5, open to the public. 2 p.m., “The Many-Layered Victorian Woman.” A look at Victorian underclothes, fashion and activities for women through photos, hands-on items and advertisements. Victorian tea to follow. Presented by Kim Harvish from the Chapman Museum. $2 members/ $5 nonmembers Please sign up. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs.

VIETNAM VETERANS CEREMONY: The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association will participate in a Vietnam Veterans Ceremony to honor all Vietnam Veterans and their families at the Saratoga National Cemetery on Duell Road in Schuylerville. The ceremony will start at 10 a.m., Friday March 31. You do not have to be a veteran to attend; all are welcome.

WIDLUND GALLERY: Cross-Pollination”: An exhibit featuring Etta Roebig, introducing work by Rebecca Roebig, runs from April 1 -26 at the Widlund Gallery at Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main St North Creek. An Opening Reception will be held on Friday, March 31, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 1

ANNUAL SPRING SUPPER: Quaker Springs United Methodist Church’s annual spring supper will be held Saturday, April 1, with servings from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The all-you-can-eat dinner will be Turkey and Ham with all the trimmings, prepared by the talented chefs of the church, followed by homemade desserts. There will also be a Silent Auction held at this time. Many beautiful and useful gifts and products will be on display awaiting your bid. Adults $10, Children 5-12 $5, under 5 free. Take Outs are available. The church is handicapped accessible. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church is located at 466 Route 32 South of Schuylerville.

AURIEL CAMERATA: On Saturday, April 1, at 7:30 pm, Auriel Camerata, the Capital District’s premier choral ensemble, presents the majestic “Mass in D” and choral song cycle “In Nature” by renowned composer, Antonin Dvořák, at the Church of the Immaculate Conception 400 Saratoga Road, Glenville. Tickets are available at the door. Adults $25, Students $15, Plenty of Parking ~ Handicapped Accessible.

BEATLES TRIBUTE FUNDRAISER: The Capital Region’s premier Beatles tribute band, Hey Jude, will perform a fundraiser concert on Sat. April 1, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The American Legion, Joseph E. Zaloga Post 1520, 4 Everett Rd. Albany. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Draft beer, wine, soda, and delicious hot/cold buffet are included with the show. Tickets are $25 advance and $30 day of show. To purchase tickets, contact: 459-1520 or 2095153.

BLACK SOLDIERS OF NY: African Americans have a long, proud and often overlooked record of serving in NYS armed forces. Join the Schenectady County Historical Society as author Anthony Gero explores the contributions of New York’s African Americans prior to the military’s integration. This talk is presented as part of the “Together Until the End: Schenectady in the First World War” series. 2 p.m., 32 Washington Avenue, Schenectady. $5, free for SCHS members. More info at schenectadyhistorical.org.

CRAFT FAIR: The Galway Lioness Club Of Lions District 20-Y2 will host the 7th Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, April 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Galway High School. The Craft Fair, which has free admission, will feature several crafters and a variety of items for sale. Galway High School is located at 5317 Sacandaga Road, also known as Route 147 in Galway. Proceeds from the Annual Craft Fair will benefit the Galway Lioness Club Community Fund, which also includes the Crisis Fund.

GLENS FALLS BREWFEST: The Glens Falls Brewfest 2017 will be held on Saturday, April 1, at the Queensbury Hotel, Glen Falls, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tickets are $40 advance purchase/$50 at the door. Tickets are available at Cooper’s Cave Ale Company, Mean Max Brew Works, Davidson Brothers Brewing Company and on line at www.glensfallsbrewfest.org Ticket price includes beer, cider and wine tasting, free food samples while they last, souvenir tasting glass and live music. Proceeds to benefit Adirondack Theatre Festival and Feeder Canal Alliance. More information at glensfallsbrewfest@gmail.com or 225-1310.

HMT SPRING BENEFIT: Home Made Theater, the resident theater company of Saratoga Springs, will host their Annual Spring Benefit which will take place on Saturday, April 1, at the Spa Little Theater in Saratoga Spa State Park. Enjoy a fun and foolish night of food and entertainment, while enjoying silent and live auctions with the evening’s master of ceremonies and auctioneer Jonathan Hefter. Tickets to Home Made Theater’s spring benefit are $75 per person (or $55 for “juniors” 35 and under). To receive a benefit invitation call HMT at 587-4427. Reservations are limited. RSVP deadline is March 24. To view the invitation, go to www.homemadetheater.org.

INN AT SARATOGA: Becky Walton and Mike Steiner, Acoustic Duo, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS: The League of Woman Voters of Saratoga County will hold a meeting to examine the separation of executive and legislative powers in Saratoga County Local governments on Saturday, April 1, at 1 p.m. at Woodlawn Commons, 2nd floor meeting room,156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. The local study committee, initiated in the spring of 2015, will present its findings relating to “whether local governments in Saratoga County should separate executive (or administrative) functions from legislative (or policy making) functions in the villages, towns, cities and the county government. Non-league members are invited to attend the meeting especially if they are interested in the topic or would like to understand more about how the LWV develops policy positions using the concensus process.

LOVE SARATOGA: On Saturday, April 1, New Life Fellowship will be hosting their 1st annual Love Saratoga community day. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 51 Old Gick Rd (1⁄2 mile past Walmart) in Saratoga Springs. There will be safety demonstrations from the Saratoga County Sheriffs department and fire department, free haircuts, a car care clinic, food pantry, and a Taste of Saratoga raffle with proceeds benefiting the Wellspring Saratoga County Domestic Violence Center. There will also be a petting zoo, an Easter Egg Hunt, great food, live music, and much more! Love Saratoga is absolutely free for the community.

MALTA RIDGE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION: The Malta Ridge Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday April 1, at 10 a.m. at the Malta Ridge United Methodist Church at 729 Malta Avenue Extension. All lot owners and interested persons are encouraged to attend.

MALTA WEST RIDGE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION: The Malta West Ridge Cemetery Association (a.k.a. Hall’s Corners Cemetery) will hold its annual meeting on Saturday April 1, at 10:30 a.m. at the Malta Ridge United Methodist Church at 729 Malta Avenue Extension. All lot owners and interested persons are encouraged to attend.

MONUMENTAL BOWLATHON: The Global War on Terrorism Monument Organization will hold its fourth annual Monumental Bowlathon on Saturday, April 1, at Kingpin’s Alley Family Fun Center, 166 Saratoga Ave, South Glens Falls, from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. For just $12 per person, participants can enjoy two hours of open bowling (including shoes), snack bar specials, bar specials, prizes, a basket raffle, 50⁄50 raffle, and lots of fun. Information about the Global War on Terrorism Monument Organization, fundraising events, and the monument itself can be found on the website, www.gwotmonument.org.

NORTHEAST WOODWORKERS SHOWCASE: More than 600 exhibits reflecting the art of woodworking, ranging from fine furniture, to exquisite turnings, carvings, intarsia, scroll work, sculpture, toys, and musical instruments. Free lectures and demonstrations. Over 100 vendors selling woodworking equipment. April 1-2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information visit www.nwawoodworkingshow.org.

NYS MILITARY MUSEUM: “The Man Who Captured Tojo,” 2 p.m. Associated Press reporter Chris Carola will give a presentation on the key role John “Jack” Wilpers, a bookie’s son from Saratoga Springs, played in capturing-and keeping a live one of World War II’s most wanted war criminals, Japanese Prime Minister Hideki Tojo. Wilpers attended public school in Albany and a Roman Catholic high school in the Saratoga area before joining the Army Air Corps in 1942. Carola will also discuss his 20-year quest to get Wilpers, a CIA retiree, to talk about his place in history for the first time since 1945. This event is free and open to the public at 61 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs.