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Wednesday, March 28 CANCER SUPPORT GROUP:

Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month in Saratoga Hospital’s C-1 Conference Room. Free. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre Zimmerman M.S. at 413-992-7012 for more information. Sponsored by One Roof Holistic Health Center.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA:

Alphabet Exploration, 11 a.m. Explore tha alphabet and more through stories, songs and handsonprojects in this new earlyliteracy program for children ages 2 and up. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www. cmssny.org.

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER:

Wednesday activities include Exercise to Tape, Senior Investment Group, Social Bridge, Carmen’s Crafts, Memories to Memoirs, Living with a Loss, Hand & Foot card game, Dice 6-5-4, crochet and knitting, poker, osteo exercise. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Call 518383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch.

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS’ SEMINAR:

Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company will host a free seminar for first-time homebuyers on Wednesday, March 28. “Roadmap to Closing: A Guide for First-Time Homebuyers,” presented in partnership with the Capital District YMCA, begins at 6 p.m. in the bank’s Schenectady Branch, located at 251 State Street. The event includes a mingling session, where attendees can chat with program presenters, three 10-minute “speed networking” presentations and a Q&A session. Attendees will be eligible to receive $200 off processing fees on the bank’s First-Time Homebuyer Loan; the $200 processing fee will be waived from closing costs for attendees who apply by April 30 with Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company for a mortgage to finance a first home purchase. The event is open to the public. RSVP by March 26 to Schenectady Branch Manager Kim Rainey at kimberly.rainey@arrowbank. com.

LINE DANCE FUNDRAISER

CLASS: The Wilton Fire Department hosts a fundraiser beginner/intermediate line dancing class with instructor Suzie Archambault every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the fire station, 270 Ballard Road, Wilton. Water and soda will be available. For more information call 518-584-3338 weekdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY:

Aspiring entrepreneurs and small businesses can learn how to build a WordPress Website, access resources through their library, and meet other businesspeople during the Mechanicville Library’s “Libraries Mean Business” workshop. No Experience is neccessary, but you’ll need an email account before the workshop. Ask for help at the circulation desk if you need assistance. 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 190 N. Main Street. Mechanicville. Register at the library or call 518-664-4646. The Friends of the Mechanicville Library hold their monthly meeting at 6 p.m.; everyone is welcome to attend.

SARATOGA HOSPITAL COMMUNITY EDUCATION:

“Practical Mindfulness for Everyday Living,” 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saratoga Hospital C-1 Conference Room. For more information, please call Jennifer Baldwin at 518-8865648. “Don’t be ancient. Use your grains!” a free community program and cooking demonstration to celebrate National Nutrition Month and Ancient Grain Day. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saratoga Hospital Boardroom. To reserve your seat, please call Sandra at 518-886-5121.

SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK:

FrogWatch, 6:30 p.m. Help the Park Naturalist study the frogs that live in Saratoga Spa State Park. Learn many different frog calls and walk through the wetlands in search of the amphibians. Please bring a flashlight and dress for wet ground. Icy conditions will cancel the event. Registration is required. Fee is $3 per person or $5 per family. Please call 518-584-2000 Ext. 116 to register.

SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY:

Story Time, 10 a.m. Library Chef’s Book Club: “The Diary of Mary Driscoll, an Irish mill girl,” 3:30 p.m. Stop by and pick up your copy and return to make an Irish dish and discuss the book. Recommended reading level grades 4-6. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for

more information.

SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Three Skidmore professors will respond to Nich Waplignton’s photograph “Untitled” in the “This Place” exhibition in a lunchtime discussion at noon at the Tang Museum. Bring your lunch; drinks and sweets provided. At 6 p.m., Palestinian Voices will show “Student Films from Palestine” at Davis Auditorium, Palamountain Hall. For more information call 518-580-8080 (Tang) or 518-580-5271 (Davis).

SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION PROGRAM:

The Galway Public Library will be hosting a Social Security retirement information program on Wednesday, March 28, at 6 p.m. for pre-retirees wanting to make a more informed claiming decision. The one-hour program entitled, “Getting Serious about Social Security” is designed to help individuals better prepare for the financial challenges of retirement given the potential for living longer. The program is offered as a public service by John N. Kalil, Jr., Financial Coach and President of Retirement Solutions, LLC. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited with pre-registration required in advance. To RSVP, please call the library at 518-882-6385.

SOUTHERN ADIRONDACK AUDABON SOCIETY:

Naturalist Catherine Klatt will present “The Night Shift: The Unexpected Links between Moths, Birds and Landscaping” on Wednesday, March 28, at the Saratoga Springs Public Library in downtown Saratoga Springs. Klatt’s program will start at 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public. This program is sponsored by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society.

Thursday, March 29 ALBANY POETS:

In August 2012, a team of spoken word artists traveled from Albany to Charlotte, North Carolina to compete against 71 other teams from all over the country. They were the first team to represent Albany in the National Poetry Slam. Local poets Elizabeth Gordon, D. Colin, ILLiptical (Michael Sloman), Shannon Shoemaker, Algorhythm (Aron Ervin), Poetic Visionz (Darian Gooden), and Mojavi will perform and talk about the experience of being the first group of poets from the area to Nationals in “Getting Down to Brass Tacks,” on Thursday, March 29, at 7 p.m. at The Low Beat, 335 Central Avenue, Albany.

Visit albanypoets.com for more information. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Science Explorers, 10:30 a.m. for ages 3 and up. Creativity Corner, 3 p.m. Join a museum educator and utilize household materials to create a new invenction, upcycled artwork and more. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org. FREE GARDENING CLASS: To help local gardeners to “Get Growing!” this season, Balet Flowers & Design, a Malta flower farm and garden design business, will offer a free presentation at Saratoga Springs Public Library on March 29 at noon. Suzanne Balet Haight, owner of Balet Flowers & Design, will talk about how to add continuous color to a garden for blooms throughout the growing season. More information is at www. baletflowers.com/springclasses. HORSE EXPLORERS: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame presents an ongoing children’s educational program series called “Horse Explorers.” Recommended for ages 3-6, “Horse Explorers” is a hands-on series intended to creatively educate children about horses by developing age-appropriate skills in disciplines including art, literacy, science and math. The theme for March 29 is “Exercise.” 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., Horseplay Gallery. Children are free to attend with a paid accompanying adult. There will be no program on April 5. For more information about “Horse Explorers,” please contact Karen Wheaton at 518-584-0400 ext. 118 or Sheileen Landrey at 518584-0400 ext. 120. JAZZ AT THE SPRING: On March 29, tenor saxophonist Joel Frahm makes an eagerly anticipated return with Joe Barna’s Sketches of Influence in the next event in Capital District Jazz’s “Jazz at the Spring” series at the Spring Street Gallery. 7:30 p.m., 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. CDJ is offering a number of free tickets for youth age 17 and under. If you are interested in obtaining a free ticket please email info@cdjazz.org. Tickets are available in advance at: brown paper tickets: www. brownpapertickets.com/ event/3101280. NEW TAX LAW: Louis W. Pierro, Esq. of Pierro, Connor & Associates, LLC. and Brian McKee, investment advisor representative from Keystone Financial Management, will give a talk titled, “New Tax Law – How Will It Affect You?” Thursday, March 29 at 1 p.m. at The Summit at Saratoga, 1 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs. The presentation is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Seating is limited. Reserve your place by calling 518608-6998 or going to www. pierrolaw.com/events. For directions, visit summitsaratoga.com/contact-us.html SALEM COURT HOUSE: Join Suzanne Cohen, as she discusses her upcoming musical, “Eleanor,” a LARAC sponsored event. Suzanne will discuss writing a musical based on the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, the impact of Eleanor Roosevelt on her and many other people. 7 p.m., 58 East Broadway Salem. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time, 10 a.m. Table Top Gaming, 3 p.m. Video Game Night, 7 p.m. A variety of video game consoles will be available. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. TANG MUSEUM:The Schick Art Gallery at Skidmore College hosts an exhibit by multimedia artist Matthew Bollinger from March 22 through April 22. Matt Bollinger: DIY is a solo exhibition of paintings, drawings and videos, including stopmotion animations. Bollinger will give an artist’s talk from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 29 in the Somers Room of the Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery. VIETNAM WAR COMMEMORATION: The Saratoga National Cemetery and the Honor Guard Association will participate in a recognition ceremony on Thursday, MArch 29, at 11 a.m., at the National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville. The commemoration recognizes all men and women who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces during the United States’ involvement in Vietnam (November 1, 1955 - May 7, 1975). The commemoration makes no distinction between Veterans who served in-country, in-theater, or were stationed elsewhere during those years. You do not have to be a veteran to attend all are welcome.

Friday, March 30

BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: Friday activities: 2:15 p.m. to 3 p.m., OsteoBusters; 6:30 p.m., Cards & Games. Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa. Call 518885-6740 or visit www. ballstonareaseniors.com for more information. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Busy Bees, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. An open playgroup style program exclusively for the museum’s youngest visitors (ages birth-24 months) and their caregivers to foster early childhood development in a social setting. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Friday activities include Orchestra on the Common at 1 p.m., Woodcarving, Tap Advanced, Ballet, Dominoes, Center Big Band, Diabetes Support Group, Bingo, Lunch & a Movie, Beading Buddies, Scrabble, Osteo exercise. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Call 518-383-1343 for more information. Call extension 227 before noon the day before to make reservations for lunch. FISH DINNER: SaratogaWilton Elks Lodge #161 serves your choice of broiled or fried fish on Friday, March 30, from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Donation requested: Adults $12, Seniors/Military $11, Children 5-12 $8, under 5 free. All takeouts $12. Cash bar available. Call 518-584-2585 for more information. FISH FRY FRIDAY: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club’s Fish Fry Fridays continue every Friday in February from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Chowder, ask about extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house, or call 518-695-3917 for Take Out. FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY: The Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be Hosting Friday Night Fish Fry from February 16 through March 23, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. $8 a plate Eat in and Take outs will be available. The Fish Fry will include the Fish Fry, cole slaw, and a choice of Mac & Cheese or French Fries. There will also be a menu of some other items as well. For more information please call 518-885-1149 or check out the Elks’ Facebook page. LENTEN FISH FRY: The Knights of Columbus supports local Catholic Schools, provides meals to veterans’ homes every week throughout the year, and cooks for Code Blue weekly during the cold months. Come out to the K of C’s Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (except for March 16) and help support these dedicated men who give back to the community so unselfishly. Enjoy a generous portion of Haddock (baked or fried) with fries and coleslaw for only $11 ($12 take-out). Also available are clam chowder, macaroni and cheese, and dessert. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. OPERA-TO-GO: Opera Saratoga’s Opera-to-Go productions allow students to experience the thrill of opera - up close and personal. Opera Saratoga’s production of “The Ugly Duckling” is a retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved fairy tale, with an original score by composer Andrew Duncan, feature soprano Carter Tholl, mezzo soprano Raphaella Medina, tenor Jordan Pitts, and baritone Nicholas Martorano. Brian Gilling serves as the music director and pianist. In addition to Opera Saratoga’s in-school performances, free public performances of “The Ugly Duckling” ensure families throughout the region have access to opera. A performance will be held on March 30 at 2 p.m. at Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Mineral Springs Tour, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Join a docent on a guided mineral springs tour to learn about the history, geology and lore surrounding our special waters! No registration necessary. This is a free event. Please use the southern Route 50 entrance to enter the park. Take your second left onto Geyser Loop Road to reach the classroom. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-k to sixth graders will enjoy this preview of the Ugly Duckling Opera at noon. Lego Club, 3:30 p.m. Family Movie Night Double Feature starts at 5 p.m. Relax, have some snacks, and watch two movies about a father (and then a son) who are taken into the digital world. 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-695-6641 for more information. STATIONS OF THE CROSS: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Saratoga Springs will hold its second annual Stations of the Cross procession at 5 p.m. on Good Friday, March 30. The walk will start and end at the church, 149 Lake Ave. Immediately afterward, the cross will be erected in front of the church followed by a worship service at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to participate in the procession. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 518-584-0904 TENEBRAE SERVICE: “Hallelujah! What a Savior!” eeply moving and meaningful Tenebrae worship service that journeys with Christ from his triumphal entry into Jerusalem to the desolation of his final hours on the cross, will be presented by the Choir of The First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa under the direction of Eve Kenyon at 7 p.m. on Good Friday, March 30. The service will feature readings, choral anthems and the lighting and extinguishing of candles. First Presbyterian Church is located at 22 West High St. Ballston Spa. For more information about this free event call the church at 518-885-5583.

Saturday, March 31

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: STEM Club, 11 a.m. A weekly exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-584-5540 or visit www.cmssny.org. CONTEMPORARY PASSOVER SEDER: The entire community is welcome to join Congregation Shaara Tfille, located at 84 Weibel Avenue, as they celebrate the Jews’ freedom from slavery by hosting a Contemporary Passover Seder on the second night of Saturday, March 31 at 6 p.m. conducted by their Spiritual Leader Dr. Kenneth S. Blatt Rabbi/Cantor. The meal will be catered by Cynthia Shaw of “What’s Cooking.” The costs are Adults $45 and children under 13 $20. Paid reservations (check or cash only) must be received in the office by Monday, March 19. Financial assistance is available with support by a grant from the Jewish Federation Northeastern of New York. For more information, call 518-584-2370 or email saratogajcc@albany.twcbc. com. EASTER EGG HUNT: Colorful Easter Eggs filled with candies will be hidden all over the large green lawn at St. Luke’s on the Hill on Saturday, March 31. The Puppet People will perform a show at 11 a.m. and the hunt for eggs will begin at noon. You may bring your own basket. Additional snacks will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. Transportation is offered, so call the church if needed at 518-664-4834. GPS address is 40 McBride Road, Mechanicville, NY 12118 (off Pruyn Hill Road, Town of Halfmoon.) Services are Saturday, 4 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Visit www. StLukesOnTheHill.org or email StLukesOnTheHill@ biznycap.rr.com for more information. EASTER EGG HUNT (LAKE GEORGE): Snow or shine, all ages are welcome at 11 a.m. at St. James’ Episcopal Church, 172 Ottowa Street, Lake George. Create and bring an upcycled Easter bonnet for an Easter Bonnet Competition. For more information call 518-668-2001. HYDE HALL EASTER EGG HUNT: Come and meet the Easter Bunny at The Leatherstocking Credit Union Easter Egg Hunt at Hyde Hall, featuring prizes, raffles, and much more. 10 a.m., Hyde Hall, Glimmerglass State Park, 267 Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown. Free and open to the public. Please enter via the Glimmerglass State Park entrance. For further information call 607-5475098 ext 6 or visit HydeHall. org. K9 EASTER EGG HUNT: Why should the kids have all the fun? This Easter weekend family members of the four legged variety are invited to have a special K9 Easter Egg Hunt all their own at Hudson Crossing Park in Schuylerville. In what has become a fun annual tradition, colorful plastic eggs filled with dog treats (courtesy of Ballston Spa’s Lazy Dog Cookie Company) for your favorite canine will be hidden throughout Hudson Crossing Park grounds. Hudson Crossing’s K9 Easter Egg Hunt is open to the public and their pups during regular park hours (dawn - dusk) on Saturday, March 31, and Sunday, April 1, while the Easter Eggs last. This event is free and open to the public, although donations are appreciated. Please remember to respect fellow dogs and owners as well as local leash laws. For more information visit www. hudsoncrossingpark.org. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF RACING: Coinciding with the Florida Derby, the National Museum of Racing will host a Saturday Social in the Hall of Fame on March 31. Museum visitors will be treated to coffee and doughnuts and receive a historical stakes history of the Grade I Florida Derby, as well as past performances for the 2018 edition of the race. The Saturday Social event will also feature a brief discussion of the 2018 Florida Derby with Brien Bouyea, the Museum’s director of communications. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Hall of Fame, 191 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Cost included with Museum admission, always free for Museum Members OPERA-TO-GO: Opera Saratoga’s Opera-to-Go productions allow students to experience the thrill of opera - up close and personal. Opera Saratoga’s production of “The Ugly Duckling” is a retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved fairy tale, with an original score by composer Andrew Duncan, feature soprano Carter Tholl, mezzo soprano Raphaella Medina, tenor Jordan Pitts, and baritone Nicholas Martorano. Brian Gilling serves as the music director and pianist. In addition to Opera Saratoga’s in-school performances, free public performances of “The Ugly Duckling” ensure families throughout the region have access to opera. A performance will be held on March 31 at 11 a.m. at Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs. ROAST BEEF DINNER: The Fort Miller Reformed Church will be hosting a roast beef dinner on Saturday, March 31, from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. at River Road in Fort Miller. Eat in or take out available. Adults are $12, children 5-12, $5, 4 and under free. No reservations needed. SARATOGA CHAMBER PLAYERS: The Saratoga Chamber Players continues its 31st season on Saturday, March 31, with an all-Haydn program commemorating the composer’s birthdya in 1732, featuring the Trio BelleScarpe: violinist Jill Levy, cellist Judith Serkin and pianist Jeannette Koekkoek. 3 p.m., The Hyde Collection, 161 Warren Street, at 3 p.m. The concert will be followed by a Meet-theMusicians reception. Tickets available online or at the door are $20 adults, $18 seniors, $15 students. For tickets and more information visit http://www. saratogachamberplayers. org/events/category/20172018-concert-season/. SARATOGA CLAY ARTS OPENING: Please join Saratoga Clay Arts Center on Saturday, March 31, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. for the opening reception for “Studio Stills” featuring the recent work of Nicholas Newcomb & Jaime Normand. The exhibit runs through May 12 at the Schacht Gallery, Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville. Admission is free but reservations are requested. RSVP at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event ?llr=ro6srlhab&oeidk=a07ef 83k5gyb31a6f0f. SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Mineral Springs Tour, 11 a.m. Snowshoe Hike, 2 p.m. Both events are free. Please use the southern Route 50 entrance to enter the park. Take your second left onto Geyser Loop Road to reach the classroom. SARATOGA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Lincoln Baths, 65 S. Broadway, Saratoga Spa State Park. Approximately 45 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from November to April. See http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/saratogafarmers-market-vendors/ for a complete vendor list. SCHUYLERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY: Cereal and Saturday morning cartoons are always a winning mix. 10 a.m., 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville. Call 518-6956641 for more information. TANG FAMILY SATURDAYS: Programs from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. include a brief tour of a current Tang Museum exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity suitable for children ages 5 and up with adult companions. Free and open to the public; reservations strongly suggested. For reservations and information, call 518580-8080.

Sunday, April 1

OLD SARATOGA REFORMED CHURCH: An Easter Sunday Communion Service will be held at Old Saratoga Reformed Church at 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 1. Pastor Joyce deVelder will preach an Easter message, and the Chancel Choir will sing. Following the service there will be a Fellowship Hour. The sanctuary is accessible by a wheelchair platform lift. The church is located on the corner of Pearl and Burgoyne Streets in Schuylerville. All are welcome.