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Tuesday, Aug. 29

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Summertime Tots, 10a.m., for ages 2-5. This is a special time for younger visitors to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment. Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon for Play-Dough, crafts, activities and friends. Free with museum admission. 69Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 584-5540for more information.

EXPERIMENTAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION: The Adirondack Chapter 602of the Experimental Aircraft Association will hold its monthly general membership meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29, at the Fulton County Airport off Route 67east of Johnstown. The meeting is open to anyone with an interest in aviation. For more information, visit www.eaa602.org.

FOSTER PARENT MEETING: A Foster Parent Information Meeting will be held on August 29at 4p.m. at the Services Building, 152West High Street, Ballston Spa. Saratoga County is in need of foster homes for schoolaged children and teenagers. The next certification class will begin in fall 2017. Please contact Kari Carroll or Stacey McVaigh at 884-4157for more information.

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 1:30p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs.

INN AT SARATOGA: 7p.m. - 10p.m. - Drank the Gold, American, Irish Folk Duo. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

LYME ACTION NETWORK: Representatives of the Lyme Action Network, a nonprofit Lyme and tick-borne disease advocacy organization, will testify before a joint public hearing of the New York Senate Task Force on Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases, chaired by Senator Sue Serino, and the Senate Standing Committee on Health, chaired by Senator Kemp Hannon, on August 29in Hearing Room A in the Legislative Office Building in Albany at 11a.m. The public is welcome to come to show their support.

NOONTIME MUSIC SERIES:

Join Saratoga National Historical Park for free music in August. The track is closed on Tuesdays, but music echoes through the Hudson River Valley. August 29: Fort Ticonderoga Fife and Drum Corps. A vast repertoire of martial music of the Revolutionary War. These concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, please call the Visitor Center at 6702985, visit www.nps.gov/sara or check out Facebook and Twitter: @SaratogaNHP.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Northshire bookseller & customer favorite Paul Doiron returns to the store to celebrate the latest mystery in his riveting Mike Bowditch series, “Knife Creek.” When Maine game warden Mike Bowditch is tasked with shooting invasive feral hogs that are tearing up the forest in his district, hemakes a horrific discovery — a dead baby buried in a shallow grave. 6p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

OLD FRIENDS AT CABIN CREEK: The Tuesday celebrations at Old Friends come to a close with Fan Appreciation Day. Old Friends at Cabin Creek is located at 483 Sandhill Road, Greenfield Center. For more information call 698-2377, visit http://oldfriendsatcabincreek.com or like Old Friends on Facebook.

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 10:30 a.m. and 2:30p.m.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5through September 2-3, as well as Tuesdays during racing season. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin 11a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour, for $10/person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for your group. Contact Yaddo at 584-0746or www.Yaddo.org for more information.

Wednesday, Aug. 30

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: 10a.m., Block Lab for ages 3and up. Block play supports critical social and cognitive skills in early chilhood. Different scales of blocks enable hands of all sizes to build and be challenged. This exciting new program explores and engineers with different bocks. 1p.m., Creativity Lab for families with children 3and up. Explore your creative side, learn new artistic techniques, use your imagination to build or create your own experience based on museum exhibits. Pre-registration required, free with museum admission. 69Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 584-5540for more information.

EMPOWERMENT EXCHANGE: How can individuals and small grassroots advocacy groups make their case heard most effectively—and actually see results? On Wednesday, August 30, the Empowerment Exchange presents their second annual Public Policy Forum at the RPI Chapel & Cultural Center, 2125Burdett Avenue, Troy. Special guests are New York Senator Neil Breslin and Assemblyman John McDonald. This free event will take place from 7 p.m. to 9p.m. Doors open at 6:30p.m. The Empowerment Exchange, the Rensselaer County program of The Mental Health Empowerment Project, is a peer-run recovery center, dedicated to offering strategies that encourage people to find their personal power and use their own unique voice. For more information, please call (518) 235-2173.

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 1:30p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. INN AT SARATOGA: 7:30 p.m. - 10:30p.m., Tim Wechgelaer & Chris Carey, Acoustic Duo. 231Broadway, Saratoga Springs. SARATOGA FARMERS MARKET: 3p.m. to 6p.m., High Rock Park Pavilions, Saratoga Springs. Approximately 30vendors will be attending the midweek market from May to October. See http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratoga-farmers-marketwednesdayfor a complete vendor list. 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 10:30 a.m. and 2:30p.m. VOLKSWALK: Join the Empire State Capital Volkssporters for fun fitness and fellowship in Glens Falls, starting at 9:30a.m. at Crandall park Pavilion, 600 Glen Street. A volkswalk is a leisurely walk (typicaly 10k or 6.2miles; a 3mile route is also offere) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. Register 30minutes before start. More information is available at www.ava.org and www. walkescv.org.

Thursday, Aug. 31

BALLSTON SPA CONCERT SERIES: The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Concerts in the Park series at Wiswall Park, Front Street in the village of Ballston Spa. On August 31The Coteries perform from 6p.m. to 8p.m. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: 10:30a.m., Science Explorers for ages 3-up. Discover the different ways in which science is all around us. 1p.m., Discovery for ages 6-up. This popular summer program explores science through discovery and hands-on learning. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 584-5540for more information. HADLEY LUZERNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Local author Mary Sanders Shartle presents “HERMITS: The Illusion of Roughing It,” a visual presentation of hermits through history in the Adirondacks and other wild places. Hermits have long fascinated us. They inhabit faith, myth and history. Come and learn about some who really roughed it and some who didn’t. The program is free and open to the public. 7p.m., Community Room, Hadley Luzerne Public Library, 19Main Street, Lake Luzerne. For further information please call Maureen Jones at 6547731. 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 1:30p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. INN AT SARATOGA: Jeff Walton, Acoustic Folk Rock. 6p.m. to 9p.m., 231Broadway, Saratoga Springs. NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Join Northshire Bookstore for a presentation from Radio & TV show host, travel expert Stephanie Abrams, as she reads from & discusses her novel “Rumors.” Conspiracies, secrets, lies, loves, lust and scandals are woven into the intrigue of the business and personal lives of Frank, and his young wife, Maisy, as rumors swirl around their community. 6p.m., 424Broadway, Saratoga Springs. OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY: All members of the community are invited to join in supporting and acknowledging the grief felt by families and friends who have lost a loved one to an overdose. This event is sponsored by RAIS (Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga), Healing Springs Recovery Community Center and The Prevention Council of Saratoga County. At 6p.m. there will be a free Narcan training at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. At 7 p.m. therewill be a candlelight vigil at The Spirit of Life fountain in Congress Park, just off of Broadway. For more information call 518-306-3048. 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 10:30 a.m. and 2:30p.m.

Friday, September 1

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., 1p.m. and 3 p.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., 231Broadway, Saratoga Springs. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Stop in every Friday from 4 p.m. - 6p.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 518-664-4646, fax 518664-8641or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu for more information. 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 10 a.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 518-251-2505, 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 11a.m. (Father Francis O’Connor, celebrant) followed by Holy Hour. For more information contact communityofmary@gmail.com FINAL STRETCH MUSIC 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/racetrack/ for more information. 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., 1p.m. and 3 p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19Roosevelt Drive, 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 2017 MacHaydn company. The $40 ticket includes the show and refreshments afterwards; call 518-392-9292or visit www.machaydntheatre.org for information and reservations. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: 9 a.m., Lego Club: Come hang out and build some masterpieces with us at Lego Club! No registration required. 11a.m., Kids’ Paint-A-Pic: For ages 5and up. Please stop by the Library or call 518-664-4646to register. Noon, Sidewalk Chalk Art, Weather Permitting: Fun for all ages. Mechanicville District Public Library 190N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518-664-4646, fax 518664-8641or visit http:// mechanicville.sals.edu for more information. RUN FOR THE HORSES: The average age of a retired racehorse is 5 years old. They can live another 20- 25years. Four local non-profit Thoroughbred Rescues have joined together to form R.A.C.E (Racehorse Aftercare Charitable Endeavors) and will Run for the Horses 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. SARATOGA FARMERS MARKET: 9a.m. to 1p.m., High Rock Park Pavilions, Saratoga Springs. Approximately 65vendors will be attending the Saturday market from May to October. See http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratoga-farmers-marketvendors/ for a complete vendor list. 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 10 a.m., noon, 2p.m. & 4p.m. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5through September 2-3, as well as Tuesdays during racing season. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docentled tours begin 11a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour, for $10/person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for your group. Contact Yaddo at 5840746or www.Yaddo.org for more information.

Sunday, Sept. 3

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., 1p.m. and 3 p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. SARATOGA SPRINGS SUMMER STROLL: The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation offers “Queen Annes: Circular Street & Union Avenue” on Sunday, September 3, at 10:30a.m. Linda Trela will tour the area formerly home to the Young Women’s Industrial Club of Saratoga, which today is known as Skidmore College. Learn more about Skidmore’s early days and the Queen Annes along Union Avenue. The cost per tour is $5for SSPF members and $8for non-members. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary. For more information or to make a reservation, please call the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation at (518) 587-5030, visit www. saratogapreservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Coordinator, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org. 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 10 a.m., noon, 2p.m. & 4p.m. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5through September 2-3, as well as Tuesdays during racing season. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docentled tours begin 11a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour, for $10/person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for your group. Contact Yaddo at 5840746or www.Yaddo.org for more information.

Monday, Sept. 4

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 1:30p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. SECRETARIAT SPOTLIGHT TOUR: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present a special spotlight tour centered around the racing career and legacy of Hall of Fame member and Triple Crown winner Secretariat on Monday, September 4, the final day of the Saratoga Race Course meeting. Coinciding with Saratoga’s Hopeful Stakes, which Secretariat won in stakes-record time 45years ago, this guided tour will encompass the entire Museum, with a special focus on sculptures, artwork and memorabilia related to Secretariat and his connections. The tour begins at 10a.m. and costs $10for Museum members, seniors and students. The cost is $15for non-members. Each tour participant will receive an exclusive poster of Secretariat winning the 1972 Hopeful, courtesy of Secretariat.com. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (518) 584-0400 ext. 120. SENIOR SCIENCE DAY: The Dudley Observatory atmiSci is committed to lifelong learning and has created programming specifically designed for adults. Come explore the museum on a quiet afternoon, then join the Dudley Observatory for an exciting astronomy lesson on “Our Solar System: The Terrestrial Planets,” presented by Outreach Astronomer, Dr. Valerie Rapson. Cost: Senior Admission to miSci ($10.50 adult, $7.50child age 3-12, $9senior 65+), Free for miSci members. 3p.m., miSci - Museum of Innovation and Science, 15Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/549610761897175. 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 10:30 a.m. and 2:30p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 5

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY: The next meeting for the Henry Cornell Post 234American Legion Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday, September 5, at 7p.m . While meetings are usually held on the first Monday of the month, because the first Monday in September is Labor Day this month’s meeting will be held the following Tuesday at 23Pleasant street , Ballston Spa. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS: The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court McLaughlin #422, will hold their first meeting of the 2017⁄2018 calendar year on Tuesday, September 5, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 50Pine Road in Saratoga Springs. All will gather at 6p.m. for light refreshments; the meeting will begin at 6:30p.m. Members are asked to bring a dish and/or beverage to share. New members are always welcome to attend a meeting to meet members of the court and ask questions. For questions or further information, please contact Regent, Aileen Thomas at 583-2905or Vice-regent Mary Brooks at 587-6406. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Storytime with stories, rhymes and crafts, 11:30 a.m. All ages are welcome. Mechanicville District Public Library 190N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518-6644646, fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville. sals.edu for more information.

Wednesday, Sept. 6

INN AT SARATOGA: 7:30 p.m. - 10:30p.m., Tim Wechgelaer & Chris Carey, Acoustic Duo. 231Broadway, Saratoga Springs. LUNCHTIME MEDITATION: Offered by One Roof Center for Mindful Practices on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Saratoga Springs Public Library at 12:30p.m. Free and open to all. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Crochet and Knitting with Felicia Palmer, 6p.m. Mechanicville District Public Library 190N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518-6644646, fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville. sals.edu for more information. SARATOGA FARMERS MARKET: 3p.m. to 6p.m., High Rock Park Pavilions, Saratoga Springs. Approximately 30vendors will be attending the midweek market from May to October. See http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratoga-farmers-marketwednesdayfor a complete vendor list. VOLKSPORTERWALK: Walk in Schenectady, September 6. Registration 9:30a.m. - 9:55a.m. for 10a.m. walk. Meet at Apostrophe Café, Proctors Theater, Schenectady. Not a guided walk, just a chance to walk with others. 5K and 10K options available. Visit Walkescv.org for more information. WILTON HERITAGE SOCIETY: The monthly meeting of the Wilton Heritage Society, 5Parkhhurst Road, will be held on Wednesday. September 6, at 6p.m. A potluck supper will be followed by the business meeting. After the business meeting, there will be a presentation by Bill Morgan Jr. on the 70th Anniversary of the Wilton Fire Department.

Thursday, Sept. 7

GREEN DRINKS: A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. 5p.m. to 7p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at Harvey’s Restaurant and Bar (the “Library Room”), 14Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. Cash bar. Happy Hour runs until 6:30p.m. with 1⁄2 priced drafts, wines, and cocktails. Non-alcoholic drinks and food may also be ordered. For more information visit http://www.greendrinks.org/NY/Saratoga%20 Springs.