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Thursday, June 20

CHAPMAN MUSEUM: Thursday, June 20, 6 – 7:30 pm Walking Tour of Downtown Glens Falls Guided by museum staff. Fee: $15/ person. Space is limited; reservations are recommended. Call 518-793-2826 for details.The Chapman Museum is located at 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls. For more information call (518) 793-2826. DYNAMICS OF LEADERSHIP: 7:30 a.m. registration, 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. program. Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The US Military is one of the best organizations in the world at developing leaders and building cohesive teams. Engage with retired Brigadier General William C. Martin in a dynamic session of executive interaction where he will share military principles, lessons, and skills about leadership and teamwork that have proven successful when transferred to the business world. Throughout the day, he will also detail personal stories and insights acquired while working for General H. Norman Schwarzkopf in three different capacities over the course of his military career. $99 per person, Table of 10: $1,000. All proceeds will be donated to ACTT Naturally, a local non-for-profit that provides assistance to veterans, Gold Star Mothers, first responders, and others in need through the use of equine therapy and the participation of retired thoroughbreds. CABARET FUNDRAISER: Home Made Theater invites you to join us at Excelsior Springs Event Center on June 20th from 6:00-8:00pm for The HMT Stacie Barnes Scholarship Kickoff Cabaret – a fundraiser honoring the legacy of our former Producing Manager, and all that she’s done for HMT. Tickets are $40 per person, with a family pass (two parents and their minor children) for $125, and includes an appetizer buffet, a cash bar (no credit cards accepted), and entertainment from past HMT performers. Funds raised will be used to ensure that any child, regardless of income, is able to learn about the art of theater in one of HMT’s classes. UHV WATERCOLOR SOCIETY EXHIBIT: The annual June 2019 UHV Watercolor Society exhibit of their paintings will be held at Crandall Library from June 3 until June 29. Reception at the library June 20 th – 7 p.m.

Friday, June 21

BALLOON AND BBQ FESTIVAL: The 6th Annual Saratoga Balloon and BBQ Festival is back once again at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa, June 21-23. The show opens on Friday at 3 p.m. and closes after the Balloon Glow at dusk. Saturday runs from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday hours are 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. Adult admission is $12 at the gate, kids $5. On Sunday, Family Day, all tickets are just $5 each for adults or children. Discounted advance sales tickets are available on the the Festival website www. balloonandbbq.com. DIABETES PROGRAM: A Program on Diabetes will be presented at the Clifton Park Halfmoon Library on Friday June 21 from 10:00am to 12:00 pm. Laura Greenaway, American Diabetes Association will provide an overview of the mission of the American Diabetes Association and will share important statistics regarding diabetes. This session geared toward seniors will give participants an in-depth understanding of what pre-diabetes is including the symptoms, risk factors, and how it is diagnosed. Finally, by the end of the presentation, participants will have learned prevention strategies to improve their overall health. The program is presented through the Albany Guardian Society and is cosponsored by the Library, Shenendehowa Neighbors Connecting and the Senior Services Committee of CAPTAIN/CHS as part of a series of programs of interest to area seniors. WIFFLE BALL TOURNAMENT: 4th Annual Wiffle Ball Tournament to Benefit St. Luke’s Recovery Resource Center. Please join us and bring your family, friends and co-workers to this friendly competition, a fun evening out with lots of great food at a great price! $10. all youcan-eat, children under 10 eat free. Teams from around the Capital District will be competing to support recovery. www.stlukesonthehill.org/ recovery.

Saturday, June 22

ART EXHIBIT: North Country Art, an arts organization in Glens Falls, has a series of truly spectacular art exhibits lined up at its main gallery located at 71 Lawrence Street, Suite #114 at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls, and second floor Gallery at City Hall in Glens Falls at 42 Ridge St., including: “Lights & Color Everywhere” Exhibition, Running June 22nd August 3rd @ the NCA Main Gallery, Exhibition Reception: June 22nd at the NCA Main Gallery, 5:00pm - 7:00pm with light refreshments available. Gallery is open 12:30pm - 4:30pm, Thursdays - Saturdays. BALLOON AND BBQ FESTIVAL: The 6th Annual Saratoga Balloon and BBQ Festival is back once again at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa, June 21-23. The show opens on Friday at 3 p.m. and closes after the Balloon Glow at dusk. Saturday runs from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday hours are 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. Adult admission is $12 at the gate, kids $5. On Sunday, Family Day, all tickets are just $5 each for adults or children. Discounted advance sales tickets are available on the the Festival website www. balloonandbbq.com YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours only include sharing the history of the Trask family, the mansion and the history of Yaddo Gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led Tours begin at 11 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays beginning June 15 through Sept. 1., 2019 and on Tuesdays during the racing season. (No Tours on Travers Day). Meet at the main fountain near the entrance to the garden. Tours last about one hour/cost is $10 per person. Private docent-led garden tours may be arranged at a date and time convenient to a group. For more information, contact Yaddo at (518) 5840746 or at www.yaddo.org AMERICAN LEGION MEETING: American Legion Adirondack Post 70 will hold its next monthly meeting on Saturday, June 22, at 10AM. 34 West Avenue. MERFOLK PARTY: noon, Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Schuylerville. Mermaids, mermen, and aquatic creatures rejoice! We are hosting our second annual merfolk party with crafts, games, and water fun! Wear something you don’t mind getting wet for this family friendly event! (Rain date: June 29) 518-695-6641. NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: will be offered Saturday, June 22nd from 9am to 2pm at the United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $40.00. To Register: call John Rinko at (518) 5842221 or E-Mail: RinkoDrivingSchool.com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the United Methodist Church.

Sunday, June 23

BREAKFAST BUFFET: 8-11:30 a.m. at Italian American Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs. Eggs made to order, toast, pancakes, french toast, home fries, hash, breakfast sausage, bacon, sausage gravy and biscuits, coffee, juice, pastries, fruit cocktail. $8 for adults, $7 for seniors. Children under five are free. $10 for carry out. CAR WASH FUNDRAISER: Car wash fundraiser hosted by the Sons of the American Legion. Sunday, June 23rd from 10 am to 2pm. American Legion, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs. All donations appreciated. STARBUCK SPEAKER DIANA BRYSON BARNES: “LIFE ON THE BORDER.” 12:00 – 2:30 p.m. Sunday, June 23 at the Saratoga Casino & Hotel, 342 Jefferson St., Saratoga Springs. Skidmore professor and immigration policy expert Diana Bryson Barnes will share her insights based on personal experience working with immigrants and the people who serve their needs. Her talk about “Life on the Border: Division & Reunion” will be featured at the 2019 Kathryn H. Starbuck Legacy Luncheon, hosted by the Saratoga Springs Democratic Committee. For tickets ($60/ person), RSVP or more info: George Cain, SSDC Treasurer, 518-587-1757 or george. cain@saratogadems.org WALKING TOUR: Historic Congress Park - Join Charlie Kuenzel & Dave Patterson, owners of Saratoga Tours LLC, for an entertaining and educational stroll through historic Congress Park. Meet at: Front Steps of Canfield Casino. All Sunday morning tours start at 10:30 a.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. The cost per tour is $7 for SSPF members and $10 for non-members. Requires walking & standing and covers varied terrain. Buy a ticket for four tours and receive the fifth tour free. 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 Director, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org. BALLOON AND BBQ FESTIVAL: The 6th Annual Saratoga Balloon and BBQ Festival is back once again at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa, June 21-23. The show opens on Friday at 3 p.m. and closes after the Balloon Glow at dusk. Saturday runs from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday hours are 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. Adult admission is $12 at the gate, kids $5. On Sunday, Family Day, all tickets are just $5 each for adults or children. Discounted advance sales tickets are available on the the Festival website www. balloonandbbq.com YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours only include sharing the history of the Trask family, the mansion and the history of Yaddo Gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led Tours begin at 11 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays beginning June 15 through Sept. 1., 2019 and on Tuesdays during the racing season. (No Tours on Travers Day). Meet at the main fountain near the entrance to the garden. Tours last about one hour/cost is $10 per person. Private docent-led garden tours may be arranged at a date and time convenient to a group. For more information, contact Yaddo at (518) 5840746 or at www.yaddo.org STEAK ROAST: The Rising Sun Lodge # 103 Free & Accepted Masons at 687 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs will host their annual Steak Roast3:00PM to 6:00 PM on June 23. Menu includes: Steak Cooked to Order, potato, salad, vegetable, dessert & beverage. $ 20.00 Adult - Child $ 8.00 ST. JEAN BAPTISTE DAY: St. Jean Baptiste Day Celebration & “Je Me Souviens…I Remember” with Dr. Janet Shideler. La Fédération Franco-Américaine du NY, will celebrate the feast of St. John the Baptist with a mass and reception on Sunday, June 23, at 2 p.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 119 Broad St. in Waterford. The celebrant will be Father Jeffery L’Arche officiating the mass in English and French with a choir singing French hymns. Following the mass, La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du NY welcomes Dr. Janet Shideler from Siena College to bring her project, “Je Me Souviens…I Remember,” to the reception, to be held in the parish hall. Dr. Shideler project, funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities, seeks to digitally preserve the rich cultural heritage of upstate New York Franco-American communities. Individuals can bring old family photos, toys, religious medals, newspapers clippings, needlework, sheet music, bobbins, spindles, military medals, anything that helps to tell your FrancoAmerican story. The items will be scanned and entered into the database. Eventually, the items will be able to be viewed at the New York Heritage Digital Collection that is online. The public is invited. VOLKSWALK: Empire State Capital Volkssporters has scheduled many group walks in the Capital District and beyond this June and July. A volkswalk is a leisurely-paced walk of 5k, 3.1 miles or 10k, 6.2 miles through a scenic and/or historically significant area. Everyone is welcome to share fun, fitness and friendship. Registration for each event starts ½ hour prior to the walk, and the cost is $2.00 for non-members. Sticky address return labels will speed up the sign-in. Bennington, VT. Sunday, June 23, 2019, Jay’s Art Shop and Gallery, 113 South Street, Bennington, VT. Registration is from 1:00-1:25, Group walk starts at 1:30.

Monday, June 24

SOUTHERN SARATOGA ART SOCIETY MEETING: The June meeting of SSAS will be held on Monday, June 24, 6:30 p.m. at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Pastel artist, Carolyn Justice,

will do a demonstration in pastels. She has worked as a fashion illustrator and portrait artist and has a studio on Beekman Street in Saratoga Springs. Meetings are open to the public. BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS: With Bob Stromberg. 10:00am – 12:00pm (Membership not required. No charge; but advanced sign up is required) June 24: Intro to Ancestry.com Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Ct., Clifton Park. For information and reservations, please contact the Clifton Park Senior Community Center at (518) 383-1343. WELLNESS WALK: 11 a.m., Edie Road Trailhead. Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside at least once a month on a Monday. The walk is geared towards gentle exercise and is for participants at basic fitness levels. The walk will not take place in bad weather so registration is appreciated. (518) 4500321. www. wilton preserve. org. PRESCHOOL NATURE HOUR: Butterflies, 10:30 am at Camp Saratoga. This monthly program is for our youngest explorers (ages 3-6 years old) where we use children’s love of nature to teach simple concepts. Adults are expected to attend. This is an outdoor program so please come dressed for the weather. We will go on a short walk, do a simple nature craft, and have a healthy snack! Registration is required. 80 Scout Road, Wilton. (518) 450-0321. www.wiltonpreserve.org.

Tuesday, June 25

AFTER THE FIRE’S MONTHLY MEETING: After the Fire;s monthly meeting will be Tuesday, June 25 th at 7 PM at Halfmoon Town Hall on Lower Newtown Rd. in Halfmoon. After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7PM as follows: Feb., March, Oct., & Nov. at Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse on Washington St. in Ballston Spa; April, May, June & Sept. at Halfmoon Town Hall on Lower Newtown Rd. in Halfmoon. Anyone interested in learning more about After The Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at www. afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435- 4571. COOKBOOK CLUB: 6 p.m. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Schuylerville. Cookbook Club participants will bring a prepared item of their choice from the book of the month to share, and discuss the recipes and preparation. Try something new, different ethnic selections, popular chefs, and classic recipes! Registration Required. 518-695-6641.

Wednesday, June 26

PICKIN’ SESSION: Wednesday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Free to the public, ample free parking and please bring a snack to be shared.Come listen or bring an instrument and play along. Ballston Area Senior Citizens Inc., Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa. FREE PRESENTATION: 12:30 p.m. onWednesday, June 26, Senior Scams – Keeping our Seniors Safe in the 21 st Century. Trooper Rothwein, Sr. will be here to address many of the scams that are out there today. He will discuss how to safeguard against being a victim and how to report it if you are. Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Ct., Clifton Park. For information and reservations, please contact the Clifton Park Senior Community Center at (518) 383-1343. Membership not required but advance sign up required. CHICKEN & BISCUITS SWISS STEAK DINNER: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. Soup Du Jour, Toss Salad, Chicken and Biscuits, Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Rolls and Butter, Dessert, Coffee and Tea. Donation: $12 Adults, $11 Seniors (62 years) and Military(Active or Retired) with ID Card, $8 Children 5-12, Children Under 5 Free. $12.00 All Takeouts. Cash Bar Available. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information. VOLKSWALK: Empire State Capital Volkssporters has scheduled many group walks in the Capital District and beyond this June and July. A volkswalk is a leisurelypaced walk of 5k, 3.1 miles or 10k, 6.2 miles through a scenic and/or historically significant area. Everyone is welcome to share fun, fitness and friendship. Registration for each event starts ½ hour prior to the walk, and the cost is $2.00 for non-members. Sticky address return labels will speed up the sign-in. Schenectady/ Vale Cemetery. Wednesday, June 26, 2019, starting from College Park Hall at Union College, 450 Nott Street, Schenectady, NY 12308. Registration is from 8:30-8:55, guided walk starts at 9. CHAPMAN MUSEUM: Wed., June 26 at 7 pm Performance Series: Voices from the Past #2 — Deathly Intrigue. At the Chapman. Free. Part two of this series will feature local actors presenting interpretive monologues of Abigail West, James Morgan and Maude Ryan who all had intrigue surrounding their untimely deaths. The Chapman Museum is located at 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls. For more information call (518) 793-2826.

Thursday, June 27

BOOK CLUB: 7 p.m. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St ., Schuyler ville. Stop in prior to pick up your copy of this month’s book, and then return for discussion. 518-695-6641. ITALIAN MEAL: Italian Meal on the Lawn, June 27, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. This annual tradition takes place on the front lawn of the Museum and includes Italian food, refreshments, entertainment, and a children’s craft table. The Museum will be open for touring. Take out is also available. American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. (518) 4351979. www.americanitalianmuseum.org.

Friday, June 28

ART EXHIBIT: North Country Art, an arts organization in Glens Falls, has a series of truly spectacular art exhibits lined up at its main gallery located at 71 Lawrence Street, Suite #114 at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls, and second floor Gallery at City Hall in Glens Falls at 42 Ridge St., including: “Vince Riggi & Megan A. Schoorp” Exhibition, Running June 24th - August 2nd @ the 2nd Floor Gallery at City Hall, Exhibition Reception: June 28th at the 2nd Floor Gallery at City Hall, 5:00pm -7:00pm with light refreshments available. Gallery is open 9:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday. EVENING WITH ELVIS: An Evening with Elvis starring Donny “Elvis” Romines Friday, June 28th at the SaratogaWilton Elks Lodge, Rt.9, Saratoga. Tickets $15.00 at the door. There will be raffles, 50/50, cash bar and food is available. All proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society. Doors open at 6PM, showtime 7PM. For more information, call Helen at 518-745-7821. FISH FRY: The Knights of Columbus #246 will be hosting a Fish Fry on Friday, June 28th, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. For just $12.00 ($1.00 extra for take-out), treat yourself to a large portion of either Fried or Baked Haddock or an 8-oz. serving of Clam Strips, served with French Fries, Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce. Also available for purchase are New England Clam Chowder, Macaroni and Cheese, and Dessert. The Knights’ events are always open to the public, families are welcome, there is convenient parking, and drinks are reasonablypriced. What more could you ask for? Please lend your support to these events so that the Knights can continue to offer their support to our schools and to the many other causes in the community that they help out with. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: 6 p.m. Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Come on in and enjoy some snacks and a movie on the big screen with family!

Saturday, June 29

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours only include sharing the history of the Trask family, the mansion and the history of Yaddo Gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led Tours begin at 11 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays beginning June 15 through Sept. 1., 2019 and on Tuesdays during the racing season. (No Tours on Travers Day). Meet at the main fountain near the entrance to the garden. Tours last about one hour/ cost is $10 per person. Private docent-led garden tours may be arranged at a date and time convenient to a group. For more information, contact Yaddo at (518) 584-0746 or at www.yaddo. org POKER TOURNAMENT BENEFIT: Poker Tournament Benefit - $1Million Seat Prize. It’s the 3rd Annual Saratoga Open Poker Tournament, a multi-cause benefit event being held once again at the Parting Glass Pub. Winner earns a seat at the $1M World Poker Tour stop in Montreal. Hotel is included in the prize, which is transferable and there is a Cash Buy Out Option. 2PM Start. Entry is $20 Advance or $30 at Door. Info at Free4AllPokerTour@ gmail.com or dial the venue at 583-1916.

Sunday, June 30

WALKING TOUR: “Wealth & Wellness: Franklin Square” Carrie Woerner, NYS Assemblywoman and former SSPF Executive Director, will lead a tour through the architecturally rich historic Franklin Square area. Meet at: NW Corner of Division Street & Broadway. All Sunday morning tours start at 10:30 a.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. The cost per tour is $7 for SSPF members and $10 for non-members. Requires walking & standing and covers varied terrain. Buy a ticket for four tours and receive the fifth tour free. 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 Director, at nbabie@ saratogapreservation.org.