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Friday, Jan. 10 POLISH FOOD NIGHT: Polish Food Night, Friday Jan. 10th from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Ave. Ext. Albany, Take-out or Eat-in! Please feel free to bring friends and family. Call your order in early and pick it up on your way home! Frozen pierogi available for purchase also. Cash bar. Albanypcc.com. 518456-3995.
FISH FRY FRIDAY:
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club at 121 NY-32 in Victory Mills will start Fish Fry Friday, on Friday January 10, 2020, at 4:30 - 7:00PM , and will continue every Friday through April 10, 2020. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Buffalo Shrimp, Chowder, ask about our extra’s and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house, or call ahead for take out. For more information call 518-695-3917.
ISRAEL’S GOLAN HEIGHTS
TALK: B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation continues its popular “Synagogue Scholars” series with a presentation by Ed Rosen of Albany on the topography, demography and strategic importance of the Golan Heights. Rosen will present “Riding Through the History of the Golan” immediately following the congregation’s Friday, January 10, Shabbat service that begins at 8 p.m. B’nai Sholom is at 420 Whitehall Road, Albany. The service and program are open to all who wish to worship and learn. The Golan region of Israel has figured prominently in recent news, notably its formal recognition by the United States as a part of Israel. What are the Golan Heights? Why is this territory - not much larger than Rensselaer County - so strategically important? What is its demography and diplomatic history? How does it differ from the West Bank or Gaza? Rosen studied history of the modern Middle East and international relations at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem. He is an active member of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel and has traveled the Golan extensively, including hiking and by horseback last winter. Begun in 2004, B’nai Sholom’s “Synagogue Scholars” series spotlights individuals in the Capital Region Jewish community who are recognized scholars in their fields. For more information about the “Synagogue Scholars” series, visit www. bnaisholomalbany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office: office@bnaisholom.albany. ny.us or 518-482-5283.
FREE YOGA FRIDAY:
Join us for Gentle and relaxing yoga every Friday at the Presbyterian United Church of Schaghticoke from 7 pm until 8 pm. The Church is located at 16 Main Street in Schaghticoke. For more information, visit presbychurchmouse@ yahoo.com.
FISH FRY: On Friday January 10th 2020, the LathamColonie Knights of Columbus will hold a Fish Fry Dinner. Dinners will be served from 5-7 PM. Menu; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner ($10.00) served with French Fries or Onion Rings and Coleslaw, Coffee, Tea or Hot Chocolate and Dessert. Children $ 4.00. ( 5-10) menu includes Fish Sticks, French Fries or Onion Rings, Applesauce, Juice or Milk. Children Under 5 are Free! $8.00 for a Fish Fry or Clam Roll Only is available also! For information 518 783 0572 or www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/events.
Saturday, Jan. 11
NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS:
Saturday, January 11th 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) 584-2221. A portion from the class cost is donated to the United Methodist Church.
SUPER BINGO: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting Super Bingo on Saturday January 11, 2020 at 1pm. The payout prize will be $2500 along with a $1000 coverage all. The larger the crowd the larger the prize. Doors open at 11am and tickets start selling at 12pm with games beginning at 1pm. We will have concession stand available before and during intermission. This event is open to the public and you must be 18 years or older. All proceeds go to Elks Charities.
SARATOGA SPRINGS AREA PRESCHOOL FAIR: 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 11 in the H. Dutcher Community Room at Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. in Saratoga Springs. The Saratoga Area Preschool Fair will include more than 20 area preschools. Information about the schools and programs will be available, as will school representatives to answer questions. Cosponsored by: The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs and Saratoga Springs Public Library. Sspl.org.
STOP THE BLEED TRAINING: The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office is taking preparedness a step further. They are teaming up with the Clifton Park Halfmoon EMS to teach another lifesaving initiative – Stop the Bleed training. The training will begin with Active Shooter training. This training will take place at the Town of Ballston Community Library on Saturday, Jan 11, 2020 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. To register, please call the library at 518-399-8174 or visit toblibrary.sals.edu
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST
AID 101: For Older Adults and Those Dealing with Later Life Issues. Please join us on Saturday, January 11, 2020 for a free presentation entitled “Mental Health First Aid 101: For Older Adults and Those Dealing with Later Life Issues” from 9:00am-Noon at the Pastoral Center, 40 N. Main Ave., Albany and will be broadcast to the following sites for live viewing: Our Lady of the Annunciation/ Queensbury and St. Edward the Confessor/Clifton Park. This presentation by certified instructor Brian Evers will help increase the understanding of mental health issues affecting the older adult population and to equip those who minister to them with the skills to provide stronger support to individual and families To register: https://www.rcda. org/2020Mini-Pres or Maria. Schollenberger@rcda.org, (518) 641-6818. All faith traditions welcome.
Sunday, Jan. 12
ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST:
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge All You Can Eat Breakfast will return on January 12, 2020 8am to 11am. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, sausage, home fries along with eggs and omelets to order. Adults $7, Seniors $6 and kids 10 & under $5. This is open to the public with profits going to Elks charities For more information please contact Ballston Spa Elks Lodge 518-885-1149.
DHARMA MEDITATION:
Dharma meditation at Saratoga Health &Wellness, 538 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, Sundays (9:00-10:15am). By donation. Drop-ins welcome.
One Roof Saratoga: 518581-3180 Ext. 300, www. oneroofsaratoga.com.
CONCERT: A Concert of Opera and Operetta Around the World - As part of the Schenectady Library “Beat the Snow” Winter Concert series, Bienvenida Baez, soprano, Elizabeth Lehmann, contralto, and Michael Clement, piano present a recital of opera and operetta with dramatic, romantic and celebratory selections in English, Italian, Russian, German, Spanish, French and Czechoslovakian January 12, 2:30 pm, in the McChesney Room of the Schenectady Library, 99 Clinton St, Schenectady, NY 12305, (518) 388-4500.
ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST:
On Sunday, January 12th, 2020, Latham Colonie Council Columbiettes and Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, N.Y. 12110, will host their “All You Can Eat Breakfast”! Serving from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Menu includes; Variety of Juices, Rolls, Sweet Breads, an Omelet Station, Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon, Sausage, Cereals, Bananas and Fruit Cup. Adults $9, Children 5-10 $4 and Children Under 5 are Free! For information 518 783 0572 or www.lathamcolonie. com/events.
Monday, Jan. 13
BEE CLUB MEETING:
The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA) will meet on Monday, January 13, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm at 50 West High Street in Ballston Spa. UMass extension educator, Hannah Whitehead, will review varroa mite treatment options and discuss the most effective non-chemical management tools for beekeepers. 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.
CRAFTERNOON: 4:00 p.m. Crafternoon, Sharpie art Bowl. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.
MAHJONG: 10:30am Mahjong at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org
DINING WITH DIABETES:
Dining with Diabetes, a program for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their family members is being offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension at the Clifton Park/Halfmoon Library, Mondays, January 13, 20 and 27, 1:00-2:30 pm, and at the Saratoga Springs Library, Thursdays, January 16, 23 and 30, 12:00-1:30 pm. Register at the library website: cphlibrary.org, or sspl.org. These free programs are sponsored by the CPH Library and the Saratoga Springs Lions Club respectively. Participants will learn how to fit carbohydrates into a healthy menu, effectively use food labels, choose meals at a restaurant and adopt other healthy habits to help manage diabetes through healthy eating. Recipe demonstration and samples provided. For program details call Diane Whitten at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 518885-8995.
Tuesday, Jan. 14
FUN FITNESS LUNCHEON:
Tuesday, January 14th, 2020 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Longfellow’s Restaurant, Rt 9 Saratoga Springs. $19.00 Inclusive. Special Feature: Kathy Scherer from “Go For Fitness” will share ideas on how to stay healthy and fit in the New Year. Speaker: Mary Elsasser from Schenectady talks about “My Picture Isn’t Finished Yet.” Reservations Necessary by January 9. Call Ellie at 518-584-3779 or Anita at 518-583-4043. Menu: Lemon Chicken or Pasta Primavera. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women’s Connection.
THE HALF MOON BUTTON
CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar 12054. The social time starts at 10:00 a.m. followed by the business meeting at 11:00 followed by the program. Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 518-469-7420 or Kirsti at 518-869-8125. Everyone is welcome!
SARATOGA STRESS REDUCTION PROGRAM:
Join us for the Saratoga Stress Reduction Program, an eightweek Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course taught by Selma Nemer, PhD, and Pierre Zimmerman, MS, in which students learn mindfulness-based meditation as a practice for growth and healing. Our credentialed instructors have taught locally, nationally, and internationally
for over 10 years. We have taught over 100 classes in Saratoga with over 3000 graduates. Students learn multiple forms of mindfulness meditation as well as the latest neuroscience findings about the impact of mindfulness on the brain and our ability to heal. As our students discover they can experience a deeper sense of peace in the midst of a fast-paced, demanding and stressful life, they learn to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease. While the program is very personal and therapeutic, it is also solidly practical and offers concrete approaches to dealing with physical and emotional distress. Benefits include improved breathing and sleep, reduced anxiety, better pain management, increased physical flexibility, changes in negative thought patterns, greater awareness of eating, improved immune system and a sense of inner calm. Classes are offered on Tuesday evenings 5:30pm for our winter Session beginning Jan. 14th. Class size is limited and we accept some insurances. For more information or to register, please call our offices at 581-3180 ext. 300 or 307. You can also visit our website: www.saratogastressreduction.com. BABY STORY TIME: 10 a.m. Baby Story Time 0-3 yrs. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. MUSIC & MOVEMENT: 10:30a.m.Music & Movement 0-5 yrs. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www. galwaypubliclibrary.org. ENGLISH DART LEAGUE: 7 p.m. on Tuesday at The Parting Glass, located at 40-42 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs. www.partingglasspub.com. LOCAL MAGICIANS MEETING: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 PM on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY. We welcome all persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our website: WWW.SAM24.SYNTHASITE.COM. Wednesday, Jan. 15 BEGINNERS LINE DANCING: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge will be hosting Beginners Line Dancing on starting January 15, 2020 to April 29, 2020 at 7pm with Kevin Richards Entertainment. There is a $10 charge at the door with proceeds going to Wreaths Across America. This is open to the public and all ages. For more information please contact Shelly Bessey at 518-7918013. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS MEET UP: At the next League of Women Voters Saratoga County Meet Up, members and guests will be invited to review positions of the League of Women Voters US. In preparation for the LWVUS convention in June, we will explore updating or eliminating positions. This free event will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Community Room of the Adirondack Trust Mabee Building, 31 Church St., Saratoga Springs. Entrance is off the top level of the adjacent parking garage on Woodlawn Avenue. For more information, contact Cherie Grey at Cjgrey1@juno.com. The League of Women Voters Saratoga County now has more than 200 members. Membership includes people living in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties as well as other counties nearby. The LWV is a political organization that encourages informed and active citizen participation in government and works to increase understanding of major public policy issues. It does not support or oppose any political candidate or party. OLDE SARATOGA SENIORS: The Olde Saratoga Seniors will be meeting on Wed., January 15 at noon at the Town Hall, Spring St, Schuylerville. This will be our only meeting in January. It will be a sandwich luncheon. Trips will be discussed. New members always welcome. For information contact Pat, 518-338-2329 STORYTELLERS SERIES: Wednesday, January 15 - 2020 Winter Storytellers Series at SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Room 126, Saratoga Springs, 12:00 – 1:00pm The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the twelfth annual storytellers series every Wednesday through February 26. January 15 features storyteller Kate Dudding with “Acts of Kindness.” Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed or delayed. For more information, call the Academy at 587-2100 ext. 2415. www. esc.edu/all. BOARD MEETING: 6:30pm Board meeting at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary. org TROY DISTRICT 2 NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING: The next meeting of the newly formed DISTRICT 2 Neighborhood Assn. will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 6:15-8:15 PM. It will be at the RAINBOW Center at the Arnold Fallon Apts, right on River St. just South of Glen Ave. on the West side. This meeting is open to all. Please bring a friend, all are welcome. LUNCHTIME MEDITATION: Lunchtime Meditation at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St, first and third Wednesday each month (12:30pm). Drop ins welcome, free and open to all. One Roof Saratoga: 518581-3180 Ext. 300, www. oneroofsaratoga.com. NURSERY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Open House at Clifton Park Nursery School, Wednesday January 15th from 5-7PM and Saturday March 7th from 10AM12PM. Bring the kids and come play . . . Tour our amazing cooperative nursery school and find out how you can instill a love of learning in your child that will last a lifetime! Classes for toddlers, 3s, and 4s. Visit www. cliftonparknurseryschool. org or find us on Facebook! Tours by appointment. Contact cliftonparknurseryschool@gmail.com. CHAMBER MIXER: The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce will kick off the 2020 season with a mixer on Wednesday, January 15, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Clifton Park. A New Member Orientation will kick off the event from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. and will consist of a conversation with Chamber President, Todd Shimkus, on how you can maximize your Chamber membership. From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., you will have the opportunity to network with other Chamber members while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and drink specials. Cost is $5 in advance and $10 at the door. BUDGETING BASICS: How to Grow Your Dough with a Personal Spending Plan Wednesday, January 15th, 6:00pm-7:30pm, SEFCU, 700 Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany NY 12206. Recommended for ages 18+. Specific steps for developing your own spending plan will be reviewed. The 50/30/20 rule for determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals will be applied in this session. The benefits of developing a personal spending plan, how to track income and expenses and strategies for record keeping will be covered through a case study approach. Registration is required. Please visit www.sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot today! Thursday, Jan. 16 SHOW AND TELL SHARING EVENT: The Saratoga County History Roundtable will present a Show and Tell Sharing Event on Thursday, January 16th at 7 PM at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street, Ballston Spa. Several members will tell the story of artifacts and manuscripts from family heirlooms or other items of local historical interest. For more information on this and other upcoming 2020 SCHR programs visit saratogacountyhistoryroundtable. com or contact Jim Richmond at SaratogaCoHistoryRoundtable@gmail.com. TEEN TECH: 4:00 p.m.Teen Tech - Finish Lego movie, upload to YouTube 10-18 yrs. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-8826385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. WRITERS’ GROUP: 6:30pm Writers’ Group at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-8826385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org DINING WITH DIABETES: Dining with Diabetes, a program for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their family members is being offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension at the Clifton Park/Halfmoon Library, Mondays, January 13, 20 and 27, 1:00-2:30 pm, and at the Saratoga Springs Library, Thursdays, January 16, 23 and 30, 12:00-1:30 pm. Register at the library website: cphlibrary.org, or sspl.org. These free programs are sponsored by the CPH Library and the Saratoga Springs Lions Club respectively. Participants will learn how to fit carbohydrates into a healthy menu, effectively use food labels, choose meals at a restaurant and adopt other healthy habits to help manage diabetes through healthy eating. Recipe demonstration and samples provided. For program details call Diane Whitten at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 518885-8995. CONFRONTING OVERDOSE CRISIS EVENT: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on January 16 at Cohoes Music Hall , 58 Remsen St. Cohoes. You will see the films “Heroin” screenwriter is Kimberly Trapani and “King Baby” is Brian Connors. This is a panel discussion. The panel includes John McDonald, PHR III, Kellie Roe, Executive Director, Eric Yetto, Actor, Peter Dudar, Cohoes Resident, Kimberly Trapani, Director, Captain Daniel Morley, Dr. Jason Kirby, Dr. Adam Rowden. The Master of Ceremonies is General Counsel Robert Kent. The purpose of the event is to talk about the drug epidemic and the different perspectives to encourage life in recovery from addiction. You may see more about this event at www.kimberlyacftrapani.com/bookfilm-and-speaking-engagements. Our project slogan is helping people together. www.thecohoesmusichall. org. DIALECTS PRESENTATION: Monthly Business Meeting and Cultural Presentation, Jan. 16, 7 p.m. The cultural presentation topic is “A Synopsis of the Dialects of Italy” presented by Anna Barletta, a retired Italian language teacher. Bring your knowledge of your family’s dialect that will be used for some interactive activities. Please bring dessert for the reception that follows. Free and open to the public. The American Italian Museum and Cultural Center is located at 1227 Central Avenue in Albany, NY. (518) 435-1979. www. americanitalianmuseum.org. BUNCO NIGHT: Thursday, January 16, 6 p.m. doors open with pub menu available for purchase, game play begins at 7 p.m. at $10 per person. All game play money is awarded as prize money. This event is open to all at the Colonie Elks Lodge #2192, 11 Elks Ln, Latham, NY. Seating is limited, call (518) 785-3557 to reserve yours. Friday, Jan. 17 MUSIC BINGO: Music Bingo covering tunes from the 60s to today. Friday, January 17, 6 p.m. doors open with pub menu available for purchase, game play begins at 7 p.m. at $5 per person. This event is open to all at the Colonie Elks Lodge #2192, 11 Elks Ln, Latham, NY. For more information, call (518) 7853557. AFTERNOON TEA: 3:00pm
Afternoon Tea at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary. org TRIVIA NIGHT: Saratoga Springs Lions Club & Saratoga Springs History Museum present Trivia night at 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17 at the Canfield Casino in Congress Park in Saratoga Springs. Teams are made up of six players at $50 per person or $300 per team. Dinner is included for each team participant. Preregistation is required. To register team for the History Museum, visit www.saratogahistory.org/trivia-night for a team application and email the completed form to jparillo@saratogahistory.org. Payment can be made online or via check. To register in person, visit the Museum shop Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you represent a company, please provide your logo via email to jparillo@saratogahistory. org. Questions? Email Jamie or call 518-584-6920 x102. FISH FRY FRIDAY: Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club at 121 NY-32 in Victory Mills will start Fish Fry Friday, on Friday January 10, 2020, at 4:30 - 7:00PM , and will continue every Friday through April 10, 2020. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Buffalo Shrimp, Chowder, ask about our extra’s and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house, or call ahead for take out. For more information call 518-695-3917. FREE YOGA FRIDAY: Join us for Gentle and relaxing yoga every Friday at the Presbyterian United Church of Schaghticoke from 7 pm until 8 pm. The Church is located at 16 Main Street in Schaghticoke. For more information, visit presbychurchmouse@yahoo.com. Saturday, Jan. 18 HERITAGE HUNTERS: Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, January 18th, at 1 pm at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Program speaker will be Don Rittner, author and historian. Don is writing a book on the daily life of children at the Troy Orphan Asylum. The orphanage, a respite for desperate families, started in 1833 and functioned for well over a century. In 1942, it was renamed Vanderheyden and the focus evolved into supporting and educating young people who are faced with various life challenges. Public is welcome. For information call Ginny at 518-885-9309. TECH ASSISTANCE: Tech Assistance at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www. galwaypubliclibrary.org ST. LUKE’S RECOVERY RESOURCE CENTER SPEAKER SERIES: Saturday, January 18 2:30pm Narcan Training, 4pm Eucharist, 5pm Potluck, 6pm Speaker Series. Join us for this meaningful gathering for families of those struggling with addiction or in recovery. Judy Moffitt, MC. Speakers: Theresa Knorr – FOR-NY, Rob Kent – NYS OASAS, Laurie Quinn – CARC, Deb Rhoades – CASAC-M. St Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville. FRENCH FILM: “Sans Famille”-Saturday, January 18, 2020, 1pm, Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, Troy, NY, free, presented by La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du New York. Young Rémi, a foundling, lives on the farm run by his impoverished foster parents. When their money runs out, unbeknown to his fostermother, Rémi is sold by his hard-hearted foster father to an old street performer named Vitalis. Vitalis was once a famous opera singer, but became destitute after a tragic love affair. Ever since that time he has been a traveling showman, touring the country with three dogs and a monkey. Rémi is given a warm welcome by the strange troupe, and actually learns how to read and write. (Source-IMDb) For additional information, call the Troy Public Library at 518-274-7071. Follow La Fédération Franco-Américaine
du New York at www. albanyareafrenchclub.com and Facebook. FREE ICE FISHING CLINIC: The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (State Parks), and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are cosponsoring a free ice fishing clinic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 18 on Thompson’s Lake in Albany County. The event will be held at Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center in the town of Knox. DEC will supply most of the bait and tackle, but experienced anglers are encouraged to bring their own fishing gear. There will be a short lesson on the basics of ice fishing and filleting your catch, and DEC staff will be on hand throughout the day to assist participants as they try their luck on the ice. Participants can warm up and find restrooms and refreshments at the Nature Center throughout the day. While a DEC fishing license is not required for this event, all other statewide regulations remain in effect. Normally, anyone age 16 or older is required to obtain a fishing license to fish or assist with fishing in fresh waters of New York State. For more information about this event, contact Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center at 518-872-0800. For more information about State Parks programs visit www.nysparks.com. To learn more about New York’s aquatic resources, visit DEC’s fishing website at www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/ fishing.html. Sunday, Jan. 19 BREAKFAST BUFFET: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161 Breakfast Buffet. Eggs to order, Fruit Cocktail, French Toast / Pancakes, Potatoes, Breakfast Sausage and Ham, Corned Beef Hash, Sausage Gravy and Biscuits, Scrambled Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Juice, Coffee and Tea. 8:30-11 am at 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. Donation Requested: Adults $9.00, Seniors(62 Years) and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $8.00, Children 5—12 $7.00, Under 5 Free. Takeouts $9. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information. DHARMA MEDITATION: Dharma meditation at Saratoga Health & Wellness, 538 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, Sundays (9:0010:15am). By donation. Drop-ins welcome. One Roof Saratoga: 518-581-3180 Ext. 300, www.oneroofsaratoga.com. ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING INTERFAITH SERVICE: 4pm at Bethel Baptist Church, 2165 5th Ave, Troy. For more information call 518-274-4303. Monday, Jan. 20 ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING COMMUNITY BREAKFAST: 8am at Franklin Terrace, Troy. All welcome. Call 518-2744303 for tickets. DINING WITH DIABETES: Dining with Diabetes, a program for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their family members is being offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension at the Clifton Park/Halfmoon Library, Mondays, January 13, 20 and 27, 1:00-2:30 pm, and at the Saratoga Springs Library, Thursdays, January 16, 23 and 30, 12:00-1:30 pm. Register at the library website: cphlibrary.org, or sspl.org. These free programs are sponsored by the CPH Library and the Saratoga Springs Lions Club respectively. Participants will learn how to fit carbohydrates into a healthy menu, effectively use food labels, choose meals at a restaurant and adopt other healthy habits to help manage diabetes through healthy eating. Recipe demonstration and samples provided. For program details call Diane Whitten at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 518885-8995. Tuesday, Jan. 21 GREENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will hold its January meeting on Tuesday the 21st at 7:00pm at the Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Road. Our speaker will be member John Greenwood, who discovered a taped interview that Harold L. Hall did in 1991 for the Saratoga County Historical Society. Harold L. Hall and Harold C. (Sonny) Hall owned and operated the Brookside Dairy in Greenfield Center for many years. The public is invited to attend, and to bring along any photos, memorabilia, or stories regarding Brookside Dairy. BABY STORY TIME: 10 a.m. Baby Story Time 0-3 yrs. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m.Preschool Story Time Paper Chinese dragon puppet 2-5 yrs. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-8826385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. FRIENDS OF GALWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY: 7:00pm Friends of Galway Public Library at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www. galwaypubliclibrary.org. PRACTICE YOUR ITALIAN: Jan. 7 and 21, 1 p.m. Use it or lose it! Free and open to the public. The American Italian Museum and Cultural Center is located at 1227 Central Avenue in Albany, NY. (518) 435-1979. www.americanitalianmuseum.org. PART-TIME FARMER TAX SCHOOL: January 21, 2020, 5:30 – 9:00 PM, CCE Rensselaer County, 61 State Street, Troy, NY 12180. CAAHP’s Part-Time Farmer Tax School is being offered in Troy. When it comes to taxes, do you have any of these questions? How much farm income do I need to make in order to be able to deduct it on my taxes? What tax related form(s) do I need to complete? What, if any, tax management strategy should I have for my farm business? Should I form an LLC or other form of business, and what tax documentation do lenders require? CAAHP Educators, Steve Hadcock and Dayton Maxwell, will answer these and other tax related questions during this meeting. In addition to discussing income tax concepts, they will explore Agricultural Value Assessment, Building Exemptions, Sales Tax Regulations and Farmers’ School Tax Credit. The cost for attending this workshop is $20 per person, which includes a light dinner and printed materials. Register and pay online at https://tinyurl.com/ PTFarmerTaxSchoolTroyReg to attend the Troy session. Register by phone by calling
518-765-3518. Please email cce-caahp@cornell.edu with questions. BUDGETING BASICS: How to Grow Your Dough with a Personal Spending Plan - Tuesday, January 21st, 6:00pm-7:30pm, MicroKnowledge, Inc., 15 Cornell Road, Latham, NY 12110. Recommended for ages 18+. Specific steps for developing your own spending plan will be reviewed. The 50/30/20 rule for determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals will be applied in this session. The benefits of developing a personal spending plan, how to track income and expenses and strategies for record keeping will be covered through a case study approach. Registration is required. Please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot today! ENGLISH DART LEAGUE: 7 p.m. on Tuesday at The Parting Glass, located at 40-42 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs. www.partingglasspub.com. Wednesday, Jan. 22 STORYTELLERS SERIES: Wednesday, January 22 2020 Winter Storytellers Series at SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Room 126, Saratoga Springs, 12:00 – 1:00pm The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the twelfth annual storytellers series every Wednesday through February 26. January 22 features storyteller Dan Berggren with “Songs & Stories of the Adirondacks.” Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed or delayed. For more information, call the Academy at 587-2100 ext. 2415. www.esc.edu/all. ITALIAN DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161. Soup, Antipasto Salad, Fettuccine Alfredo, Baked Ziti, Chicken Riggies, Meatballs, Italian Sausage & Peppers, Garlic Bread & Butter, Dessert, Coffee and Tea. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9,
Saratoga Springs. Donation: Adults $12, Seniors(62 Years) and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $11, Children 5—12 $8, Under 5 Free. Takeouts $12. Cash bar available. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information. FARM TO FORK LOCAL FOOD EXPO: Capital District Region Farm to Fork Local Food Expo, Wednesday, January 22, 2020 12:00 - 4:00 pm (Snow date: Thursday, January 23, 2020) at Guilderland High School Gym, 8 School Rd., Guilderland Center. Local vendors, growers and buyers are invited to attend the Capital District Region Farm to Fork Local Food Expo. If you are a vendor/grower looking to increase your visibility and sales with local regional businesses like schools, institutions, restaurants, wholesalers and supermarkets, then you should plan on attending this free event. We anticipate over forty buyers to be on hand to taste local products and build relationships with local growers and producers. If you are a buyer, you will have the opportunity to meet regional growers, small scale food processors, bakers and many more. You will be able to sample high quality products and increase your procurement of locally grown and produced products. There is no cost to attend this event, but we ask that you register by contacting Sydney Joy at Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County, sij23@cornell. edu or 518-765-3579. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Cancer support group at Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St, second and fourth Wednesday each month at noon. Free and open to all. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre for info. 413-992-7012. www.oneroofsaratoga.com. Thursday, Jan. 23 OPEN ART SESSION: 6:00pm Open Art Session at Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-8826385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. AFTERNOON STORY TIME: 3:00 p.m. Afternoon Story Time 3-6 yrs. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. TEEN CODING: 4:00 p.m.Teen Coding—build a littleBits Robot. Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway. 518-882-6385. www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. SARATOGA CHAMBER ANNUAL DINNER: The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate it’s 102nd year of being a Visible and Vocal advocate and promoter of its members and Saratoga County, at our 2020 Annual Dinner on Thursday, January 23, 2020, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center. You’re invited to join the nearly 1000 business professionals for an evening of networking, celebration, and dinner provided by Mazzone Hospitality. The evening will start with a cocktail reception, from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m., followed by the program running from 7:00 to 7:30. Dinner will immediately follow along with networking with local business leaders. During the program, we will honor Theresa Agresta, Owner of Allegory Studios and Culture Talk and our 2020 Chair of the Chamber Board of Directors, for her leadership and service to the Chamber and the Saratoga County community. In addition to celebrating Theresa’s leadership, the Saratoga County Chamber will again present the Joseph Dalton Community Service Award. to an individual who has an extraordinary record of volunteer leadership and action for the betterment of Saratoga County. Past recipients of this award are Steve “Sully” Sullivan and Tom Roohan. We will also celebrate the Chamber’s leading role in building a new 7,700 square foot field house to provide a safe and secure place for local Navy personnel and their families to learn, recreate, drill and graduate as well as kick-off our Leap of Kindness Day 2020. Cost is $125 and sponsorship starts at just $750. For a complete list of sponsorship benefits, please click here. If you have any questions, or have issues registering, please contact Keith VanVeghten. Registration deadline is Friday, January 17th by 4:00 p.m. saratoga. org.