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Thursday, April 20

AUTISM ACCEPTANCE AND APPRECIATION: Autistic Skidmore students will discuss their experiences, views, and hopes for the community in “Our Voices”. The panel will field questions from attendees. 6 p.m., Tisch 301, Skidmore College. Sponsored by PS 234: Developmental Disabilities and Autism BROOKSIDE MUSEUM: Long Room Lecture, “Corinth in the Civil War,” 7 p.m. Corinth Town Historian Rachel Clothier will share information about life in the town of Corinth in the 1860s. Discover the stories of soldiers who served and the community members that supported the troops throughout the war. Pre-registration is not required. The program is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. Brookside Museum is located at the intersection of Front Street, Charlton Street and Fairground Avenue in Ballston Spa. BUILDING THE FOUNDATION: In honor of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation’s 40th Anniversary the Foundation will host “Building the Foundation: A Retrospective” on Thursday, April 20, at 7 p.m. at Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington Street. Join Julia Stokes, the founding Executive Director of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, as she looks back on the organization’s early preservation efforts and successes. The lecture costs $5 for SSPF members and $8 for nonmembers. For more information or to make a reservation, please call the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation at 587-5030, visit www. saratogapreservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Coordinator, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org. DOCUMENTARY FILM SCREENING: Skidmore College Middle East Documentary Series presents the final film in the series, “Yallah Underground,” covering the Arab Spring and underground artists from Egypt to Jordan to Israel. 6 p.m., Emerson Auditorium. For more information call 580-5948. INN AT SARATOGA: Jim Scala, Acoustic Folk Rock, 6

p.m. to 9 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

LASAGNA DINNER: The public is invited to a lasagna dinner at the Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road on Thursday, April 20 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The cost is adults $10, children under 12 and veterans $9. For more information please call 584-8547.

LGBT LAW SERIES: The LGBT Law Series is a free program addressing legal issues in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities, presented by the LGBT Pro Bono Project of Albany Law School and Pride Center of the Capital Region. The LGBT Law Series open to all. This month’s program, focusing on legal issues facing LGBT military personnel and veterans, offers an opportunity for a 15-minute consultation with a lawyer. 5:30 p.m, Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Ave. Cocktails and a networking reception will follow each event. Advance registration is appreciated. If you would like to meet with a volunteer attorney for a free consultation, please contact Amy Gunnells at 445-2329 or agunn@albanylaw.edu. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Kids’ Paint-a-Pic, 1 p.m. For ages 5 and up. Please stop by the Library or call 664-4646 to register. 190 N. Main St., Mechanicville. MOREAU LAKE STATE

PARK: 10 a.m., Kneehigh Naturalists. This class is intended for children ages 2-5 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. We will read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife. Noon to 2 p.m., Turkey Path. This moderate hike scales half-way up the Palmertown mountain range. Learn from the park naturalist how this trail got its name. Registration is necessary for each event with 24 hour advanced notice, please call 793-0511. Moreau Lake State Park is located off of exit 17 S of I-87,the Adirondack Northway. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE: The National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway in Saratoga Springs, is thrilled to host a screening of the documentary “Dancer” at 7 p.m. at the Mr. and Mrs. Ronald A. Riggi Theater. This film tells the story of Sergei Polunin,

the Royal Ballet’s youngest ever Principal Dancer. This screening is free and open to the public. For more information and to make a reservation please call 584-2225 x3001. Seating is limited. NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM: Children and families can participate in free, educational programs at the State Museum during school vacation week, April 15 through 23. April 20, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., “Ice Age Tour: How to Design an Exhibit.” Join exhibit designer Craig to learn how he designed the Ice Age exhibition. After the tour, children can handle the giant teeth of mastodons, mammoths, and other Ice Age mammals. 2 p.m. and 3 p.m., Shoebox Project. Use a shoebox to create your own exhibition. See http://www. nysm.nysed.gov/programs for more information. SARATOGA LAKE PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT: The Saratoga Lake Protection and Improvement District montly meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Blue Room of the Malta Town Hall Complex, Route 9, Mata. SKIDMORE GUITAR ENSEMBLE: Concert by Skidmore Guitar Ensemble, 8 p.m. Zankel Music Center. For more information call 580-5321 or visit www.skidmore.edu/ zankel. TANG ACCELERATOR

SERIES: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery’S exhibition “Africa Pop Studio” will host the next talk in the Tang’s Accelerator Series “Migration and Borders — Visible and Invisible Walls“on Thursday, April 20, at 6:30 p.m. The conversation about international movements of people aims to go beyond political boundaries to explore issues of identity, citizenship, and what it means to be human. Speakers include will be with Moroccan artist Hassan Hajjaj; Irish conceptual documentary photographer Richard Mosse; author, artist, and activist Tanya Selvaratnam; and moderated by Tang Curatorat-Large Isolde Brielmaier. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 580-8080 or visit http://tang.skidmore.edu. WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Looking for something to do during Spring Vacation or to celebrate Earth Week? Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park offers “naturally” fun programs with a full

week of outdoor programs scheduled. April 20: Solar Power S’mores, 11 a.m. at Camp Saratoga South. Get ready for Earth Day by making a solar powered oven! Using recycled materials, use the heat from the sun to melt s’mores. Meet at the pavilion across the road from Parking Lot #1 on Scout Road. Best for ages 8 and up. Preregistration is required by April 17. Rain location will be at the Park Office at 80 Scout Road.

Friday, April 21

ASSOCIATION FOR TALENT DEVELOPMENT: The Hudson-Mohawk Chapter of the Association for Talent Development will host a program on Friday, April 21. The event starts with registration, networking & lite breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by the program, “Moving Beyond the Meeting” with Candice Hunt and Carolyn Mattiske, from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Pat’s Barn, 110 Defreest Drive, Troy. The topic is Facilitaion Methods and Meeting Skills. Online reservations are preferred at hmatd.org. The cost is $25 for members; $35 for not-yet-members and $15 for Full-Time Students. [Day of event walk-ins will be charged an additional $5.] For more information on ATD, go to www.hmatd.org. CAFE LIVRE: The Lightning Rods, a four-piece string band from northern New York, will be playing at the Long Lake Public Library’s coffeehouse series, Café Livre, on Friday, April 21, at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served at this free-tothe public event. 1195 Main Street, Long Lake. INN AT SARATOGA: Mike O’Donnell, Acoustic Guitar, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: BLAST (Babysitter Lessons And Safety Training), noon to 4 p.m. This class is presented by the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Emergency Corps. and is American Academy of Pediatrics accredited. The class is exciting and interactive and provides extensive training in pediatric first aid, household safety, and the fundamentals of childcare. There is no cost for this class; however, class size is limited to 15 students and fills up fast! To sign up, please stop by or call the Mechanicville District Public Library at 664-4646. 190 N. Main St., Mechanicville. MONTHLY FUNDRAISER DINNER: The monthly fundraiser dinner to benefit St. Peter’s Needy Association will be held at the Principessa Elena Society,13 Oak St. Saratoga Springs, on Friday April 21, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Seniors: $8, regular $9, children (5-12) $5, under (5) free. All takeout dinners $10. All are welcome. Call 584-4163 for more information. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Lake Bonita, 1 p.m. This fairly flat hike with a couple ups and downs travels around the new property over at Lake Bonita. This hike is about 2+ miles and has some beautiful views of the Lake. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see some lovely rock outcroppings and maybe some neat wildlife. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 793-0511. Moreau Lake State Park is located off of exit 17 S of I-87,the Adirondack Northway. NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM: Children and families can participate in free, educational programs at the State Museum during school vacation week, April 15 through 23. April 21, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., “Best of Mad Science Museum.” Participate in a variety of hands-on science activities and experiments in honor of Earth Day. 1 p.m., “Go Fish in New York State.” Join environmental educator Fran Martino and her trusty companion dog Loki to get the fish facts on healthy nutrition. 1 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:15 p.m., “Jazz Tunes in Paint.” Join a musical art experience to celebrate the Empire State Plaza’s art collection exhibition. Sessions are limited; sign-up sheets available at Bird Hall. Ages 5 and up. See http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs for more information. OCTAGON BARN STAR PARTY: Join the Dudley Observatory for an astronomy lesson and dark sky observing at the Octagon Barn in Delanson. This month’s programs includes a 1 hour talk by Professor Ralf Schauer (SCCC) on “Explorations of Jupiter”, followed by night sky observing if the weather is clear. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. Telescopes will also be set up for public use. Cost: Free! (donations graciously accepted). 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., Knox Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Rd, Delanson. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Financial Expo, 1:30 p.m. Presentations by NY Longterm Care on Who Should Own An Annuity?, Herzog Lawfirm on Aging in Place and Janney Montgomery Scott on Stepping Toward Retirement. Free and open to the public. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Gamelan and Taiko Class Recital, 4 p.m., Zankel Music Center. For more information call 580-5321 or visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel. SPRING GARAGE SALE: The Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church welcomes the season with its annual Spring Garage Sale at 175 Fifth Avenue. The sale will take place at church from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, April 21, and 9 a.m. – noon on Saturday, April 22. Call 584-3720 for more information. WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Looking for something to do during Spring Vacation or to celebrate Earth Week? Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park offers “naturally” fun programs with a full week of outdoor programs scheduled. April 21: Nature Games at Camp Saratoga South, 1 p.m. Join us for some fun naturethemed outdoor games. This program is designed for children ages 5 and up. Meet on the lawn by the pond across from Parking Lot #1 on Scout Road. Preregistration is required by April 18

Saturday, April 22

CANAL CLEAN SWEEP: Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site is participating in the 12th Annual Canal Clean Sweep and is hosting volunteers that would like to lend a hand. The event is sponsored by the New York State Canal Corportation and Parks & Trails New York. This year, starting at 8 a.m., Schoharie Crossing will be conducting a sweep along the towpaths and around Yankee Hill to pick up debris, trash, and a little pruning along the way. Proper footwear and clothes for the weather are required. Bring your work gloves. Free Clean Sweep t-shirts available until they run out. Lunch will be provided to those that volunteer until noon. Yankee Hill Lock is located at 553 Queen Anne Road, Amsterdam. For more information contact David at SchoharieCrossing@parks.ny.gov or 829-7518. CAT ADOPTION CLINIC: The Mechanicville District Public Library will host a cat adoption clinic, put on by the Saratoga County Animal Shelter. All the cats available for adoption have been spayed or neutered and have received all their shots. The adoption fee for cats is $50, plus $12 for rabies vaccination and $15 for FeLV/ FIV test, for a total cost of $77.00 For kittens under 12 weeks, the adoption fee is $50. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 190 N. Main St., Mechanicville. CLIFTON PARK CLEANUP DAY: The Town of Clifton Park has announced that their annual community Cleanup Day will be held on Saturday, April 22. Through the help of the Town’s G.R.E.E.N. Committee and the Town Board, the Town of Clifton Park will conduct a cleanup of the Town’s trails, parks and open spaces. The Town of Clifton Park once again invites public and area volunteer organizations to sign up and help keep Clifton Park’s trails, parks and opens spaces a beautiful attraction for residents. If you or your group is interested in volunteering for the Town of Clifton Park Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 22, call Town Hall at 371-6651 or email Councilman Amy Standaert at astandaert@cliftonpark.org. There are varying levels of difficulty of cleanup, from simple walks and picking up trash along the trail, to raking and leaf pickup. Free trash bags will be available at Town Hall for pick up prior to the event. EARTH DAY: Celebrate Earth Day, at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Come for a Fun Run with the Saratoga Stryders, or do a conservation project, a Wellness Walk, or Nature Crafts. There will be fun activities for all ages. Healthy snacks provided by Stewart’s and Healthy Living Market and Café. This is Part of the Healthy Park/ Healthy Saratoga initiative of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. The Cornell Hill Fire Tower will also be open. For more information or to register, please call the Preserve & Park office at 450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org. EARTH DAY BIOBLITZ: Van Patten Golf Club is excited to announce it will host a BioBlitz event on Earth Day April 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free event is open to all families and community members. BioBlitz is a species counting competition organized by Audubon International to create awareness among golfers and the community about the environmental value of the habitats supported by golf courses. For more information visit www. vanpattengolf.com or www.facebook.com/VanPattenGolf. INDY LENS POP-UP: Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by WMHT Public Media, ITVS, Independent Lens, and Old Chatham Quaker Meeting www.oldchathamquakers. org is excited to present a free preview screening of “National Bird,” a film by Sonia Kennebeck, and executively produced by Errol Morris and Wim Wenders. Exploring the complexities of drone warfare from a human perspective, the film gives rare insight into the American military drone program through the eyes of veterans and survivors. 6 p.m. potluck, 7 p.m. screening, Old Chatham Quaker Meetinghouse, 539 County Route 13, Old Chatham. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/films/nationalbird/ or https://itvs.org/ films/national-bird. INN AT SARATOGA: Ron & Bill Duo, Dixie Land Duo, 7 p.m. to10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. LASAGNA DINNER: Old Saratoga Reformed Church, 48 Pearl Street, Schuylerville, will host a Lasagna Dinner on Sat. April 22, from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. The menu will feature lasagna (meat or vegetarian) or baked ziti, tossed salad, Italian bread, choice of desserts and beverages. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 5-10. Children under 5 free. Reservations are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Takeouts are available. For more information call 695-3479. MEATLOAF/MAC & CHEESE: South Glens Falls United Methodist Church holds a Meatloaf and Mac & Cheese dinner, including homemade soups and desserts, to benefit kitchen funds on April 22 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls. Adults $10, children 5-12 $5, under 5 free. Takeouts and home deliveries available. For more information please call 793-1152. MILTON GRANGE GARAGE SALE: The Milton Grange will hold its annual garage sale on April 22 on Rock City Falls Road in Ballston Spa from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the garage sale are used to support programs in the community including the ECHO Food Pantry and vegetable plants for Head Start students. Please call Tony at 5848550 to make donation arrangements. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Let’s enjoy the outdoors on this Earth Day. Come to Moreau starting at noon and hike a loop on our Western Ridge Trail. This hike will be steep for the first mile up then it will flatten out. Round trip this hike will be close to 4 miles. What better way to appreciate nature on a wonderful Earth day than going out for a nice hike? Registration is necessary with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 793-0511. Moreau Lake State Park is located off of exit 17 S of I-87,the Adirondack Northway. NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM: Children and families can participate in free, educational programs at the State Museum during school vacation week, April 15 through 23. April 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., “Best of Mad Science Museum.” Participate in a variety of hands-on science activities and experiments in honor of Earth Day. See http://www. nysm.nysed.gov/programs for more information. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing Class will be offered Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class Is $40. To Register: call John Rinko at 584-2221 or E-mail Rinko Driving School.com. A portion from the cost is donated to the First Baptist Church. QUILT SHOW: Quilters United In Learning Together (Q.U.I.L.T. Inc. of Delmar) will host a 40th anniversary quilt show, “Celebrate Quilting” on Saturday April 22 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.), and Sunday, April 23 (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.), at the Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street in Troy. Included will be spectacular quilts, vendors, demonstrations, raffles, a gift gallery and featured speaker, Sue Reno on “Celebrating a Lifetime in Fabric Arts” (1 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday). This new venue has extensive free parking, valet service and is handicapped accessible. Admission is $8 for one day and $12 for both days. For more information see www. quiltinc.org. SCIENCE MARCH: There will be an all-inclusive, nonpartisan local science march Saturday, April 22, starting at 11 a.m. The march will go from Congress Park to the City Center and is sponsored by the Skidmore Student Environmental Action Committee. Connect online at https://www.facebook.com/ marchforscience/SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Opera students under Artist-in-Residence Slyvia Stoner ‘94 perform a variety of scenes and share a short history of opera and its timeless passion. 4 p.m., Zankel Music Center. For more information call 5805321 or visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel. SPRING CLOTHING GIVEAWAY: Free clothing will be given away at the Ballston Center Associate Reformed Church on Saturday, April 22. Families needing clothing can come to the Fellowship Hall at the church between 10 a.m. and noon. There will be clothing and shoes for men, women, and children. All are welcome. The church is located at the corner of Charlton and Middle Line Roads in Ballston Spa. The phone number is 885-7312. SPRING GARAGE SALE: The Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church welcomes the season with its annual Spring Garage Sale at 175 Fifth Avenue. The sale will take place at church from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, April 21, and 9 a.m. – noon on Saturday, April 22. Call 584-3720 for more information. TANG FAMILY SATURDAY: “Build a Better World,” a look at Nick Cave’s “Soundsuit” in “If I Had Possession Over Judgement Day: Collections of Claude Simard.” Tang Family Saturday programs (2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Suitable for children ages 5 and up. Free and open to the public; reservations are strongly suggested. For reservations and information call 5808080. TANG SPRING CELEBRATION: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery exhibit “Africa Pop Studio” culminates in the Tang’s Spring Celebration and Reception, featuring an evening of music, dance, spoken word, and West African fashions, on Saturday April 22, starting at 5 p.m. Performances by Skidmore College students and student groups include step dance by Ujima; spoken word by Rashawnda Williams; DJ-ing by Merkeb Tesfa; and a performance by Royal Court African Dance Group. The new exhibition “If I Had Possession Over Judgement Day: Collections of Claude Simard” opens on the same day. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 580-8080 or visit http:// tang.skidmore.edu. WATERFORD HISTORICAL MUSEUM: Join the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center from 9 a.m. to noon for another Canal Clean Sweep event this year to celebrate Earth Day and the 200th Anniversary of the Erie Canal. Dress appropriately and be ready to have fun! Register today at info@ waterfordmuseum.com.

Sunday, April 23

ADIRONDACK BLUEGRASS LEAGUE: The last show until October features the Feinberg Brothers and Hale Mountain Pickers starting at 2 p.m. at Brookhaven Golf Club, 333 Airway Meadows Road, Porter Corners. Members $12, non-members $15, children under 12 or special needs free. For more information go to www.adirondackbluegrassleague.com, email adirondackbluegrassleague@ gmail.com or call 221-6231. AUTISM EXPO: Saratoga Bridges, Inc. & Upstate Autism Awareness with The Skidmore College Psychology Department present the 6th annual Autism Expo from noon to 3 p.m. at the Saratoga City Center. BOOK LAUNCH CELEBRATION: Book launch celebration for “Escaping the Lion and the Leopard,” A riveting story, starting in Eritrea, Africa by Ellie Porte Parker. This story has a special relevance to Saratoga Springs as part of it takes place here. Refreshment, music and book signing free and open to the public. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Café Lena, 43 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. INDOOR CRAFT & GARAGE SALE: On Sunday, April 23, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, lunch, books, Easter gifts, household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. All proceeds go to local charities. MOREAU LAKE STATE PARK: Mud Pond Hike, 11 a.m. This hike is a pretty flat hike, starting off on the nature trail and heading out to Mud Pond. You’ll see some beaver lodges and maybe some other fun wildlife. This hike is fairly easy, at about 2.5⁄3 miles round trip. Reservations are necessary with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 793-0511. Moreau Lake State Park is located off of exit 17 S of I-87,the Adirondack Northway. QUILT SHOW: Quilters United In Learning Together (Q.U.I.L.T. Inc. of Delmar) will host a 40th anniversary quilt show, “Celebrate Quilting” on Saturday April 22 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.), and Sunday, April 23 (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.), at the Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street in Troy. Included will be spectacular quilts, vendors, demonstrations, raffles, a gift gallery and featured speaker, Sue Reno on “Celebrating a Lifetime in Fabric Arts” (1 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday). This new venue has extensive free parking, valet service and is handicapped accessible. Admission is $8 for one day and $12 for both days. For more information see www. quiltinc.org. SARATOGA CHAMBER PLAYERS: The Saratoga Chamber Players return to the United Methodist Church, Fifth Avenue & Henning Road on April 23 at 3 p.m. with a program honoring Dr. David Wasser who retired after almost 30 years of distinguished and varied service to all facets of the organization. The concert features soprano Charlotte Dobbs with songs by Schubert and Shostakovich’s “Seven Romances on Verses by Alexander Blok for soprano, violin, cello and piano. The program also includes Schubert’s Piano Trio in B flat Major, op. 99 with SCP regulars, cellist Eliot Bailen and SCP Artistic Director/violinist Jill Levy, and with pianist Renana Gutman. The performers will greet attendees at a Meetthe-Musician reception following the concert. Tickets may be purchased on-line at http://www.saratogachamberplayers.org/event/voicepiano-strings-beckon/ or at the door. Adults: $20; Seniors: $18; Students: $15; Children are admitted free of charge. SKIDMORE CONCERTS: Skidmore Wind Ensemble, 2 p.m.; Skidmore String Ensemble 7 p.m., Zankel Music Center. For more information call 580-5321 or visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel.

Monday, April 24

SKIDMORE BIG BAND: Concert by Skidmore Big Band, 8 p.m., Zankel Music Center. For more information call 580-5321 or visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel.

Tuesday, April 25

INN AT SARATOGA: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. - Drank the Gold, American, Irish, Folk. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. MILTON/BALLSTON SPA DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE: The Town of Milton/ Village of Ballston Spa Democratic Committee will hold a casual dinner meeting Tuesday, April 25. The get-together will be held in the backroom at The Factory, 20 Prospect Street in Ballston Spa at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome for good food and conversation. The Committee is seeking candidates for the fall election in Milton and looking for donations for their annual garage sale on June 10. Contact them at Miltondemocrats@yahoo.com. SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Come enjoy a mini farmers market from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. with several high-quality local food and agricultural products direct from the farmers and producers. Free and open to the public. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs.