UPCOMING CALENDAR

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY: The North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (formerly known as New England Carpenters Apprenticeship Fund and Northeast Carpenters Apprenticeship Fund) will conduct a recruitment from June 7, 2022 through June 6, 2023 for two Carpenter (Pile Driver/Dockbuilder) apprentices, the New York State Department of Labor announced today. Applications are available online at https://www.nectf.org/ during the recruitment period. Applicants who do not have internet access may visit their local library or nearest New York State Department of Labor Career Center (dol.ny.gov/career-centers) when open. Interested candidates must attend an in-person information session prior to submitting an electronic application. Inperson information sessions are given the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding legal holidays, during the recruitment period at NASCTF, 16 Corporate Circle, Albany NY 12203. If the first Monday falls on a holiday, the information session will occur at the second Monday of that month at 6:00 p.m. Please note, spaces are limited, and filled on a firstcome, first-served basis. At the conclusion of the information session, a passcode will be given which is required to complete an online application. If any assistance is needed for completing the online application, please contact the NASCTF at (518) 438-0901 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. In order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 during the application process, each applicant must wear an appropriate face covering, and respect and maintain a proper social distance while standing in line, both inside and outside the building, as well as while completing the actual application for apprenticeship. For further information, applicants should contact North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund at (518) 438-0901. Additional job search assistance can be obtained at your local New York State Department of Labor Career Center.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE: Construction around the 353 Broadway site of Saratoga Candy Co. in downtown Saratoga Springs will result in the store’s temporary closure beginning May 9 through approximately May 24. The storefront and online store will both be closed during this period. The business appreciates customers’ support during this time and looks forward to a new, safe and beautiful heated sidewalk/courtyard when construction is completed. Follow Saratoga Candy Co. on Facebook for news and updates.

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY: The North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (formerly known as New England Carpenters Apprenticeship Fund and Northeast Carpenters Apprenticeship Fund) will conduct a recruitment from June 6, 2022 through June 5, 2023 for five Linoleum, Resilient Tile and Carpet Layer apprentices, the New York State Department of Labor announced today. Applications are available online at the North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (NASCTF) website (https:// www.nasctf.org/) during the recruitment period. Applicants who do not have internet access may visit their local library or nearest New York State Department of Labor Career Center (dol.ny.gov/career-centers) when open. Interested candidates must attend an in-person information session prior to submitting an electronic application. Applications are also available at the information sessions. In-person information sessions are given the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding legal holidays, during the recruitment period at Albany — 16 Corporate Cir, Albany, NY 12203. If the first Monday falls on a holiday, the information session will occur at the second Monday of that month at 6:00 p.m. (4:00 p.m. in Jamestown). Please note, spaces are limited, and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. At the conclusion of the information session, a passcode will be given which is required to complete an online application. If any assistance is needed for completing the online application, please visit the NASCTF listed above between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Please contact the NASCTF at (585) 436-1110 for information session in additional locations and obtaining applications in-person if needed. In order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 during the application process each applicant must wear an appropriate face covering, and respect and maintain a proper social distance while standing in line, both inside and outside the building, as well as while completing the actual application for apprenticeship. All applications must be received by no later than 12 a.m. (Midnight) on June 5, 2023. For further information, applicants should contact North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund at (585) 437-1110.

ONLINE VOTER GUIDE: The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County has produced an online guide for School District Elections for all School Distructs in Saratoga County, including Niskayuna. Voters can access it after May 4th by going to www.Vote411.org and entering their address or to the League website, www.lwvsaratoga.org and selecting from the list of School District elections. Also included is information about how voting will be conducted in each district, voting hours, and how to obtain absentee ballots. Concerns about Covid is an allowable reason for requesting an absentee ballot again this year. Most of the candidates in the county who are seeking election positions agreed to participate in the On-line Guide this year, providing voters with biographical information, and answers to questions posed by LWV Saratoga County. However, there were a few school districts which would not provide contact information for their candidates so we were unable to reach the candidates. Any school board candidates who were not contacted and who wish to participate may contact the League of Women Voters at lwvsaratoga@aol.com for assistance in completing the guide. Voter information for the primaries will be available in June.

CHORUS SEEKING PIANIST: The Ballston Area Seniors Chorus is looking for a piano player to help us with rehearsals and concerts. We meet on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Milton Community Center 310 Northline Rd. in Ballston Spa. Please call Alison Bodle at 518-288-3565 if you are interested, and for more information.

THERAPY DOGS READY FOR DUTY: Alliance of Therapy Dogs teams are ready for duty in the Capital Region. The certified therapy dogs are available to serve at schools, colleges, libraries, nursing homes, hospitals, airports and special events. The ATD teams can also help first responders, police officers, military personnel and veterans deal with trauma. All ATD canines meet health and vaccination standards. For information on making arrangements for visit, contact Chris Bourgeois of Ballston Lake, at (518) 331-5781 or chrisbee4154@ gmail.com. Bourgeois also is a coordinator for the Red Cross’ Paws for a Cause, which specializes in providing therapy dogs for military deployments and redeployments, therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder combat veterans, military family support groups, military events and disasters.

DONATIONS NEEDED:

Gateway House of Peace annual Spring Yard Sale — June 10, 11 and 12 from 9:00 AM — 5 PM, 479 Rowland St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Donations Needed! Please keep us in mind when you are doing your Spring Cleanouts! Your donations of gently used items are greatly appreciated and will help make our sale a success. Items WantedHousehold items, jewelry, toys, furniture, clothes, kitchenware, antiques, collectibles, tools, etc. Items Not Taken — TVs computers, child car seats, books, upholstered furniture, large appliances and mattresses Donations can be dropped off-June 2 -10 from 10 am-4 pm. Please contact Elaine at 518-587-5109 with any questions. 100% of the proceeds to benefit Gateway House of Peace! Thank you for your support!

CRAFT FAIR VENDORS WANTED: The Saratoga County History Center Seeking vendors of handmade crafts, antiques and farm products for the annual craft fair on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 10am to 3pm. No mass-produced or commercially-made items will be permitted. Spaces are available outdoors, with limited spaces available indoors. This is a rain or shine event. Please contact Beth Silvestri for more information at (518) 885-4000 or bsilvestri@brooksidemuseum.org.

SEEKING LOCAL ARTISTS: Saratoga-based nonprofit Beyond My Battle is seeking local artists with medical conditions or serving as caregivers for its upcoming “Art with Heart & Hope” show, which aims to provides a voice and venue for those using art to cope with medical challenges. If you are an artist living with or caring for someone living with a rare disease, illness, or disability, this is a great opportunity to share your art. Beyond My Battle is holding its fourth annual “Art with Heart & Hope” showcasing the ways art can help manage the many stressors of living as a patient or caregiver. The deadline to submit artwork is July 1, 2022. All art must be able to be displayed on a wall or easel. Artists must have lived with, or cared for someone living with, a physical illness, disease, or disability; be at least 18 years old; and live in the Capital Region. Artists should submit their information and work at beyondmybattle. org/art-show-2022 by July 1st. Artists have the option to price their artwork and donate a portion of the sale to Beyond My Battle or not price their artwork at all. “Art with Heart & Hope” is an annual pop-up exhibition celebrating the healing power of art for those living with life-altering medical conditions and their caregivers. Works are displayed alongside written statements from the artists who share the many ways art helps them cope. It is an evening full of inspiration, awareness, and community partnered with refreshments and live music. This year’s show will take place on September 8, 2022 at Universal Preservation Hall from 5:30 — 8:30 PM. Tickets will be available to purchase starting July 15, 2022 at beyondmybattle.org. Sponsorship opportunities are available. To become a sponsor of this year’s show, please email art@beyondmybattle.org. To learn more about BMB, visit beyondmybattle.org.

ART EXHIBITS: Artists and members of Southern Saratoga Art Society are exhibiting throughout the area. The Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Tel.#: 518-371-6651, Ext. 240, will be showing the works of artist Renee Wheelock during May. The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Tel.#:518-383-1343, is hosting “A Photography Show” featuring photographers Rebecca Jenkins, Mede Rigatti, Anup Sood, Brian Skanes and Bill Staudinger during April and May. The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Tel.#:518664-4646,

will feature 6 artists during May and June, Karen Zimmers, Cheryl Birmingham, Carol Winterton, Anup Sood, Cheryl Jenks and Frank Coletta. During May and June, Cupola Coffee, 227 Kingsley Rd., Tel.#: 518-280-0079 will be showing the works of nine artists, William Daisak, Barbara Hurley, Cheryl Jenks, Carol Winterton, Frank Coletta, Karen Zimmers, Jack Morgan, Rita Helie and Anup Sood. Stop in, visit these venues and view some of the fabulous artists in Southern Saratoga County. For more information visit our website southernsaratogaartist.com.

USS SLATER: USS SLATER, the last Destroyer Escort afloat in America is open to the public for her 25th season in Albany! No reservations are required, and guided tours start every 30 minutes. Admission is charged. Adults: $10, Seniors & Veterans: $9, Children under 18: $8, and children under 5 years old are admitted for free. We are currently booking Group Tours, for 10 or more people, for Spring and Summer, call the Ship’s Store to schedule your visit! The ship will be closed for Easter Sunday. USS SLATER will be open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Nov. 27, 2022. The ship is located in Downtown Albany on the Hudson River at the intersection of Broadway and Quay Street. USS SLATER is owned, maintained, and operated by the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum, a private, non-profit, charitable organization that receives no regular government support. More information is available online at ussslater.org.

RESEARCH STUDY: Do you have Pre-Diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes and wantto imporve your health and get paid $50? Volunteer for an exciting 8-week research study at Skidmore College. Study participants must be pre-diabetic or diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and between the ages of 30 — 65 years old. Participants will receive free state of the art body fat analysis using the BODPod technology, Blood HbA1c, lipid, and sugar (glucose) analysis, physical activity monitoring and dietary analysis and a comprehensive analysis of all results at the completion of the study. Contact Dr. Karen Arciero at karciero@skidmore.edu or Dr. Paul Arciero at parciero@ skidmore.edu.

ACADEMY FOR LIFELONG LEARNING: The Academy for Lifelong Learning is offering 37 spring courses in two, five -week sessions starting the week of April 11 and the week of May 16. Most courses are offered in-person and some by Zoom. Registration is now open. Brochures are available at www.esc.edu/all or at local libraries and by request. Email jeff.shinaman@esc. edu or call (518) 587-2100 x2390l. Registrations will be accepted by mail right up until the start of classes for session one, the week of April 11 and for session two, the week of May 16. Some classes will sell out so sign up soon. Annual membership is $75 and goes through June 30, 2022. Five-week courses are $50 each. Topics include Introduction to Classical Music, Spring Birding, Italian Language, Music, Local History, Italian Novels, Journal Writing, Painting, Hiking, Immigration, Downton Abbey, Speaker Series, Fly Casting, Crocheting, Sewing, Senior Moving, Ancient Game of Go, Book Repair, Local Farm Tours, History of Military Medicine, Genealogy, Confucius, Mars, Wildflowers, iPhone Photography, Poetry, Indigenous Beliefs and more. The Academy is a nonprofit, membership organization whose members share a love of learning. A self-funded entity, A.L.L. is hosted by SUNY Empire State College. Designed to offer lifelong learning and comradery among seniors, A.L.L. also offers Special Interest Groups, (SIGs) and special events that are held throughout the year. If you would like to support the Academy by becoming a member or for more information, contact the Academy office at (518) 587-2100 ext. 2390 or go to www.esc. edu/all.

FARMERS MARKET SEEKING VENDORS, VOLUNTEERS: The 2022 Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market, sponsored by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA), will run from June 11 through September 29, 2022. The markets will be held on Thursdays from 3-6 pm and Saturdays from 9 am-1 pm in Wiswall Park on Front Street, in the heart of downtown Ballston Spa. The markets have been serving the local community since 2003. Our mission is to bring together local farms and food/craft producers with consumers and to promote locally created products. The market is now accepting vendors for the 2022 season. New and returning vendors can apply online at https:// www.ballston.org/category/ farmers-market. The market bylaws are posted on the application page. The BSBPA is also looking for community volunteers to help on market days. It’s a great way to get to know and support the vendors and get in some “early bird” market shopping. Most importantly, volunteer help will assure that the Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market will continue to be a presence in the village. Please contact farmers’ market chairperson Nora Osuchowski at nora@ballston.org to find out more. Customer admission to the market is free. Updates on what is new at the market throughout the season can be found on the Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market Facebook page and at ballston.org.

CAMP SARADAC: The City of Saratoga Springs is proud to present Camp Saradac, a NYSDOH licensed full day summer camp for children ages 5-12. For over 75 years, Camp Saradac has offered campers creative recreational & educational programs, intriguing arts & crafts, and memories that last a lifetime! Limited scholarships are available. Registration starts on Feb 28 for city residents and March 21 for all. Visit www.SaratogaRec. com and click Programs, Camp Saradac for complete information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@ saratoga-springs.org with questions.

SPRING SOCCER PROGRAM: Set your Goals with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s Spring Soccer Program — Everyone age 3 through adult is welcome. All youth programs are co-ed and specific to age and/or grade level. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Soccer for complete information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@ saratoga-springs.org with questions.

SPRING BOWLING PROGRAM: See if Bowling is up your Alley with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s Spring Bowling Program. Early registration ends 3/1. Families and individuals age 8 and older are welcome. Participants 12 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Learn bowling fundamentals through discussion, demonstration, and practice. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Bowling for complete information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs. org with questions.

YOUTH BASEBALL PROGRAMS: Hit a Home Run with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department’s Baseball Programs — Everyone age 3 through 3rd Grade is welcome. Tiny TBall for ages 3-5 covers the necessary beginner fundamentals of throwing, fielding, hitting, and base running. Jr. Sluggers for Grades K-3 is geared towards those with some baseball or Tball experience, and builds on baseball fundamentals. Visit www.SaratogaRec. com and click Programs, Tiny T-Ball/Jr. Sluggers for complete information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs. org with questions.

OPEN SKATING: Join Us at the Saratoga Springs Ice Rinks! The Saratoga Springs ice rinks at 30 Weibel Avenue are currently offering Open Figure, Open Adult (17+ and 55+) Hockey, Family Skate (Parents and Children 13 and Younger), Open Public, Family Stick (Parents and Children 13 and Younger), and Open Stick sessions. A City or Non-City Drop In Rec Card is required for Open Figure, Open Adult (17+ and 55+) Hockey, Family Stick, and Open Stick sessions. A City Drop In Rec Card is required in order to obtain the City discount for Family Skate and Open Public sessions. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com, and click the ice skate for the schedule, information, and to register for your City or Non-City Drop In Rec Card. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratogasprings.org with questions.

RECREATION CENTER DROP-IN SESSIONS: Drop In Sessions at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center. The Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue is currently offering Open Adult (18+) Basketball, Open Gym, and Pickleball sessions. A City or Non-City Drop In Rec Card is required in order to participate. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com, and click the basketball for the schedule, information, and to register for your City or Non-City Drop In Rec Card. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratogasprings.org with questions.

RACQUETBALL: Racquetball Rentals at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center Reservations for court times can be made through Community Pass. Fees are $5 for City residents with a verified Community Pass account and $8 for all others. Reservations and fees are per person/per hour. Participants register for a Drop In Rec Card prior to coming. Participants must have a racquet, racquetballs, and appropriate footwear. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Rec Center Drop in Sessions for additional information and to reserve a court. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratogasprings.org with questions.

LIVING LIFE IN BALANCE: CREATING THE LIFE YOU DESIRE CLASS: 9 Tuesdays, beginning March 22, 6:30-8 p.m. This 9-week class in practical spirituality explores how to create balance in nine different life areas so that you can live the life you desire. Through experiential exercises, reading, meditation, prayer, and discussion, participants explore the power of focused attention in manifesting, abundance, love, health, and peace, among other topics. This class is based on the book Being in Balance: 9 Principles for

Creating Habits to Match Your Desires by Wayne Dyer. Free student workbook provided; students must supply their own textbook. Suggested donation: $20 per class session. For more information, visit our meetup.com group AlbanySaratoga Spiritual Adventures, call (518) 366-9918, or visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org.

PHOTOGRAPHY CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the call for submissions for the fourth annual juried photography exhibition. The Museum is now accepting entries for consideration from both amateur and professional photographers of scenes depicting thoroughbred racing in America for our fourth annual exhibition, which will open in November. Photographers are encouraged to submit images that document the entire racing experience, from the farm to the backstretch to the winner’s circle and everything in between; it is up to the photographer to interpret the theme and be as creative as possible. New for 2022: only one photograph per photographer can be submitted for consideration, and all entrants are encouraged to include a brief statement of significance (200 words or less) describing their submitted entry. All submissions must be received by May 30. A panel of judges representing both the racing and arts communities will select the photographs for the exhibition. Application forms will be available at the Museum’s Visitor Services desk and can be downloaded from the Museum’s website at https://racingmuseum.org/ photo-finish. If you have any questions, please contact Curator Victoria Reisman at VReisman@racingmuseum.net or (518) 5840400 ext. 113. The online exhibition will be available on the Museum website through October and can be accessed here: https:// www.racingmuseum.org/ exhibits/photo-finish-juried-photography-exhibition.

E-SPORT GAMING PROGRAM: Galway Public Library, located at 2112 East St. in Galway, announces a new program series. ESport Gaming will be ongoing, every 3rd Saturday, from 11:00 to 1:00. Designed for middle school ages through adults, this program is made possible by the SALS Seed Challenge Grant. Those interested in attending must register: 518-882-6385. More information about the programs is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.