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and international genealogy conferences. Refreshments will be served following speaker prior to computer resources The meetings are free and open to the public. www.capitaldistrictgenealogicalsociety.org.

SPRING PLANT SALE: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held annually in May, Capital Roots hosts its Spring Plant Sale at the Urban Grow Center, located at 594 River Street in Troy. Local nurseries donate beautiful and unusual plants including unique perennials, heirloom tomatoes and veggie varieties for the sale. All proceeds benefit Capital Roots programs.

WALK-N-ROLL FOR SPINA BIFIDA: Spina Bifida Association of Northeastern New York is holding its 9th annual Walk-N-Roll for Spina Bifida on Saturday, May 18 at the large pavilion in Central Park, Schenectady. In honor of the 25th anniversary of SBANENY in 2018, the event now is preceded with a 5K. 5K registration opens at 7:30 AM ($25.00) and begins at 8:00 AM. The Walk-N-Roll registration opens at 9:00 AM ($5.00) and begins at 10:00AM. Registration is available online at www.spinabifida.securesweet.com/wnr2019. All funds raised are dedicated to local programs and services.

MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Board of Trustees meets the third Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. The public is always welcome. 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville.For more information, call 518-6644646; fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville. sals.edu.

PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will hold a Paint and Sip Fundraiser for Wreaths Across America on May 18, starting at 1 p.m. at 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. $45 per person includes the painting of Welcome sign on a wood board, finger foods and some sips. Please check out the Elks’ facebook page for more information. To sign up by May 10, please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-791-8013 or sbessey001@verizon.net.

SARATOGA HORSE SYMPOSIUM: The 28th Annual Saratoga Horse Symposium, hosted by CCE Equine-a division of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, is a celebration of the horse for new, aspiring and experienced horse owners. The event features well known equine experts and veterinarians, along with live horse demonstrations and educational presentations. Doors open at 8:30am for registration; classes will begin at 9 a.m. at the Saratoga County 4-H Training Center, 556 Middle Line Road, Ballston Spa. Registration is $15 for adults and $5 for 4-H youth. Food will be available for purchase on the grounds. For more information, contact Brieanna Hughes at bh548@cornell.edu or 518885-8995, or visit owww. cceequine.com.

SPRING PLANT SALE: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held annually in May, Capital Roots hosts its Spring Plant Sale at the Urban Grow Center, located at 594 River Street in Troy. Local nurseries donate beautiful and unusual plants including unique perennials, heirloom tomatoes and veggie varieties for the sale. All proceeds benefit Capital Roots programs. Sunday, May 19 CHICKEN BBQ: St. Stephen’s Church Chicken BBQ & Bake Goods Sale May 19th (12pm-1:30pm) Monument View, Burgoyne St., Schuylerville $6.00/ticket. Tickets sold in advance @518-6956061 or 518-695-4867.

FUNDRAISER YARD SALE: Furniture, household items, jewelry, toys, clothes and more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 17, 18, & 19 at 479 Rowland St. in Ballston Spa. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace, a donor-driven end of life home that cares for local residents and families during loved ones’ final days. TEAM BILLY RIDE: The 15th annual Team Billy Ride and Walk for Research will take place on Sunday, May 19 at the Farmers’ Market at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs. Three rides of 50, 25 and 10 miles will begin at 8:30 a.m., with a three mile walk through the historic district starting at 9:00 a.m. The rides follow some of the most beautiful sections of Saratoga County, with the 50-mile bike ride through the Saratoga National Historic Park. This local event and ongoing donations have made possible over $2,500,000 in research grants for brain tumor research. All donations are tax deductible and made payable to the National Brain Tumor Society. To register for the Ride for Research, to donate funds or volunteer, please contact Cherie Grey 518-587-7211, cjgrey1@juno.com. BREAKFAST BUFFET: Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 serves a Breakfast Buffet from 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Donation requested; Adults $9, seniors/ military $8, children 5-12 $7,under 5 free. Takeouts $9. Call 518-584-2585 for more information.

FESTIVAL CELEBRATION CHOIR: Festival Celebration Choir will present “Songs of Justice and Reconciliation” a program including South African freedom songs, music from the American Civil Rights era and choral pieces by Dave Brubeck. 3 p.m., First Lutheran Church of Albany. 181 Western Avenue. Tickets $18; students and seniors $13. For more information go to www.festivalcelebrationchoir.org.

GRACE CHURCH (WATERFORD): The Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons celebrates the Holy Eucharist at 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Sundays at Grace Church, 34 Third Street, Waterford. Deacon Denise Moore assists. An adult Christian Education program begins at 8:30 a.m. A coffee hour follows each service. For more information, call the Episcopal parish at 518-237-7370 or visit www.gracewaterford.com.

MINERAL SPRINGS TOUR: Join a tour guide to learn about the mineral springs at Saratoga Spa State Park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs. Admission is free; no registration necessary. Tours meet at Creekside Classroom every Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m.

SUNDAY MEDITATION: Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman, MS. 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. at One Big Roof, 538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Health & Wellness Building (across from the Maple Avenue Middle School, just off Route 50). By donation. No experience necessary. All are welcome. SUNNY SUNDAYS: Sunny Sundays are your opportunity to take a safe glimpse at the sun. Educators from the Dudley Observatory at the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) will operate their 14” telescope inside the roll-top roof observatory, allowing visitors to safely look at the sun and search for sunspots. Other objects such as the moon and planets may also be visible. In the event of poor weather, there will be hands-on activities indoors instead. 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Access to the observatory or activities is free with museum admission ($12 Adult, $10 Senior, $8 Child). miSci is open Sundays from noon - 5 p.m.

TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Trinity United Methodist Church of Wilton holds Worship and Sunday School every Sunday at 10 a.m. Choir meets at 9 a.m. Youth group follows worship. Nursery provided. 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort. Contact Pastor Jeffrey Stratton at 518423-8195 for baptisms and weddings.

FESTIVAL CELEBRATION CHOIR: Festival Celebration Choir will present “Songs of Justice and Reconciliation” a program including South African freedom songs, music from the American Civil Rights era and choral pieces by Dave Brubeck. 3 p.m., First Lutheran Church of Albany. 181 Western Avenue. Tickets $18; students and seniors $13. For more information go to www.festivalcelebrationchoir.org. Monday, May 20

ANTI-VAPING SEMINAR: The Harmful Effects of Vaping, a free informative seminar by Dr. Gregory Dodd along with Maegan Frantz of Health Systems for Tobacco-Free NY. 3 p.m.,286 Church St. Saratoga Springs. Light refreshments will be served. Limited seating available. Please call Alexis at 518-584-8150 to RSVP.

BEEKEEPERS MEETING: “Updates on Bee Research” The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA) will meet on Monday, May 20, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at 50 West High Street in Ballston Spa. Dr. Samantha Alger and Alex Burnham of the University of Vermont will present current research findings from the National Honey Bee Survey regarding bee disease and overall pollinator health. The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA), located in eastern New York, promotes and supports the interests of beekeepers, both hobbyists and commercial, with educational and social activities. Counties served include Albany, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, and Washington. Visit www. adirondackbees.org for information about the organization, meetings, classes, and other programming.

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Basic computer skills with Bob Stromberg, 10 a.m. to noon. 6 Clifton Common Ct., Clifton Park. Being careful on Facebook. No charge, but advanced sign up is required. Tuesday, May 21

GREENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will hold its May meeting on Tuesday the 21st at 7 p.m. at the Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Rd. The speaker will be Pete Murphy, a docent who leads tours of Congress Park in Saratoga Springs. He has many photos and will be highlighting the growth of Saratoga Springs from an Indian “secret” through the Las Vegas/Disney World years of the 1870s through 1910. The public is invited to attend.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Monthly Chef Dinner, 5:30 p.m. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. Chef Ed Kelley’s Famous Baked Cod. Live music 4:30pm-5:30pm with DJ New Price! $10 per person. Sign up, members only. Each month the Center will host a local restaurant to prepare and serve their specialties at the Center. Do not miss this affordable way to dine with Saratoga’s finest Chefs.

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Speed Friending, 12:30 to 2 p.m. 6 Clifton Common Ct., Clifton Park. Speed Friending helps seniors make new friends in minutes! This is a fun way to form new friendships. Feel free to come solo or in a group. Space is limited. Sign up today! Wednesday, May 22

BBQ PICNIC DINNER: Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 serves a BBQ Picnic Dinner with BBQ Chicken, Pulled Pork, salads and more 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. CHARLTON SENIORS: The Charlton Seniors will visit the Empire State Aerosciences Museum at 250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville. Meet there at 9:50 a.m. for a guided tour of the facility. Lunch at the Queen Diner after the meeting. Contact Torben at t.aabo@ieee.org or 518-441-8085 for tickets. Thursday, May 23

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Clifton Park Senior Chorus concert, 1 p.m. 6 Clifton Common Ct., Clifton Park. Friday, May 24

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Free Open Mic with local High School talent 10 a.m., 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. CLIFTON PARK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER: Cat Adoption Clinic. Seniors for Cats – Cats for Seniors 11:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. 6 Clifton Common Ct., Clifton Park. Join for a Senior to Senior adoption event at the Center. Saratoga County Animal Shelter will provide senior cats (age five and older) for adoption. Saratoga County Seniors (60 and over) can adopt a senior cat for free. Saturday, May 25

OPERA SARATOGA CONCERT: “Stars of Tomorrow” features 25 singers from around the country who have been selected to be members of Opera Saratoga’s prestigious Young Artist Program. Presented in partnership with Skidmore College. 7 p.m., Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College. Free and open to the public. Advance online registration required due to limited space. For more information and registration call 518584-6018 and go to http:// www.operasaratoga.org/ calendar/2019/5/25/starsof-tomorrow. Sunday, May 26

THE MEMORIAL DUATHLON & 5K: Saratoga Springs Lions Club presents The Memorial Duathlon & 5K Sunday, May 26, 2019. Start time 8 a.m. at Saratoga Casino & Hotel.

GRACE CHURCH (WATERFORD): The Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons celebrates the Holy Eucharist at 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Sundays at Grace Church, 34 Third Street, Waterford. Deacon Denise Moore assists. An adult Christian Education program begins at 8:30 a.m. A coffee hour follows each service. For more information, call the Episcopal parish at 518-237-7370 or visit www.gracewaterford.com.

MINERAL SPRINGS TOUR: Join a tour guide to learn about the mineral springs at Saratoga Spa State Park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs. Admission is free; no registration necessary. Tours meet at Creekside Classroom every Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m.

SUNDAY MEDITATION: Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman, MS. 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. at One Big Roof, 538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Health & Wellness Building (across from the Maple Avenue Middle School, just off Route 50). By donation. No experience necessary. All are welcome.

SUNNY SUNDAYS: Sunny Sundays are your opportunity to take a safe glimpse at the sun. Educators from the Dudley Observatory at the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) will operate their 14” telescope inside the roll-top roof observatory, allowing visitors to safely look at the sun and search for sunspots. Other objects such as the moon and planets may also be visible. In the event of poor weather, there will be hands-on activities indoors instead. 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Access to the observatory or activities is free with museum admission ($12 Adult, $10 Senior, $8 Child). miSci is open Sundays from noon - 5 p.m.