Calendar 3.28.14

Friday, March 28 Benefit for Connor LaFrance Saratoga Olive Oil, 484 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 3–7 p.m. In honor of Connor’s racing number 767, 76.7 percent of sales between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Saratoga Olive Oil will go to the Connor LaFrance Organization, providing assistance to student athletes in need. Honor Connor through giving back to the community. Desserts and hot chocolate available for all to enjoy. The Connor LaFrance Memorial Foundation has awarded over $60,000 to student athletes in the capital region. For more information, go to www.connorlafrance.org or Connor LaFrance Memorial Foundation on Facebook. Meet and Greet at the Museum The Children’s Museum, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, 5:30–8 p.m. Newmeadow, a preeminent preschool, preparing children for kindergarten, will be on hand with board members, families, and staff to answer questions and provide information. Admission to the museum is free. This event is sponsored by the Children’s Museum at Saratoga and Leadership Saratoga, to benefit families of preschoolers interested in discovering the unique programs at Newmeadow while enjoying the many wonders that the museum has to offer. Open to the public. Newmeadow, Inc., emphasizes Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) with its preschool curriculum and offers preschool education to children of all abilities, with a specialty in serving children with autism. For more information call (518) 899-9235. Saturday, March 29 Tang Museum Family Saturday Tang Museum, Skidmore College, 2–3:30 p.m. Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions. The program includes a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition, followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. Reservations strongly suggested (518) 580-8080. Saratoga Ice Star Show Weibel Ice Rink, Saratoga Springs, 3 p.m. Saratoga Ice Stars brings together physically challenged kids, youth volunteers and members of The Saratoga Springs Lions Club in an inspirational program that helps physically challenged kids to ice skate. The highly successful program, now in its 17th year, touches the hearts of all the volunteers who participate. Ice Stars offers volunteers the opportunity to see the results of their volunteerism, usually the smiling faces of excited kids. Admission is free. For more information call (518) 212-7752. Pasta Dinner The Church of St. Peter, Parish Center, 64 Hamilton Street, Saratoga Springs, 6–8 p.m. Hosted by the Youth Ministry Programs. Homemade spaghetti with meat sauce, (Prepared by Chef Allen) tossed salad, bread, beverage and dessert. Adults $8, seniors and children 12 and under $6. The proceeds from this dinner will be used in our efforts to upgrade our technology equipment. For more information or tickets call (518) 584-2375. The Loudest Voice in the Room Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Gabriel Sherman “The Loudest Voice in the Room: How the Brilliant Bombastic Roger Ailes Built Fox News-and Divided a Country,” a deeply reported journey inside the secretive world of Fox News and the life of its combative, visionary founder. For more information and other events visit, www.northshire.com or call (518) 682-4200. Sunday, March 30 Spa Catholic Brooks House BBQ Saratoga Central Catholic High School, 247 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 2–5 p.m. The Saratoga Central Catholic Athletic Booster Club is sponsoring the 4th Annual Brooks House of BBQ. The BBQ will be held at rain or shine. BBQ chicken for $10 or BBQ ribs for $12. All dinners include a baked potato, coleslaw, roll and cookie and are packed for take-out or dine in. All pre-purchased dinners will need to be picked up by 4 p.m. To purchase tickets call (518) 587-7070, ext. 102. Airborne Jugglers Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, 2–2:45 p.m. The airborne jugglers present a high energy show combining both juggling and comedy. Fun for all ages. For more information and other events at the library visit, www.sspl.org. String Festival Ensemble Concert Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, 2–4 p.m. The String Festival Finale will include all festival quartets, with Skidmore Faculty and the Ying Quartet joining onstage for a group performance. For more information call (518) 580-5321. Monday, March 31 Intro to Tablet Computers Saratoga Springs Public Library, Henry St., Saratoga Springs, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Students learn about tablet computers and explore this newer technology by interacting with other members of the class. Feel free to bring your own tablet computer if you have one, but if you do not, you will still learn from the discussion and presentation. For more information contact Kathy Handy at (518) 584-7860, ext. 257 or visit www.sspl.org. Tuesday, April 1 Saratoga’s Job Fair: A Career Building Expo Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Saratoga’s Job Fair is sponsored by the Capital Job Development Group. Positions will be available in insurance, National Guard, media, hospital services and health and beauty, among many others. Resume critiquing and seminars. Get the skills and tips you need. For more information, visit www.capitaljobdevelopmentgroup.org. Lenten Luncheon Series Old Saratoga Reformed Church, 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville, Noon–1 p.m. Session 4 of 4, DVD study of the Life and Writings of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Lutheran pastor and theologian, committed to following Jesus Christ. The sessions will go through April 1. Please bring your own bag lunch, beverages will be provided. Handicapped accessible. For more information call Pastor Joyce deVelder at (518) 695-3260. On My Path to Forgiveness Class 2 Imperial Lane, Charlton, 6:30 p.m. New Thought New York Center for Spiritual Living is offering this class in practical spiritualitys, designed to help students explore the issue of forgiveness and experience its healing power in their lives. Offered on a donation basis. For more information, call (518) 423-3569 or visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org. Wednesday, April 2 Meditation with Pierre One Big Roof, 433 Broadway, Suite 302, Saratoga Springs, 5:45–6:45 This is a wonderful way to continue and strengthen your commitment to a personal wellness routine. There is no fee for this class, however, please consider making a donation to our studio. For more information, visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com. Celiac-Sprue Support Group and Gluten Free Buffet O’Toole’s Restaurant, 118 Quaker Rd., Queensbury, 6 p.m. The menu includes appetizer, entrée, sides, and soda, coffee, or tea for a cost of $19.99. Gratuity is included. Dessert or alcoholic beverages will be available for an additional cost. For more information or to RSVP for the dinner, call O’Toole’s directly at (518) 793-3389 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please respond by March 30. Poetry Readings by Catherine Norr and Susan Riback Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m. An open reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 7 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and co-sponsor Saratoga Reads, a community reading program celebrating its 10th anniversary with And the Mountains Echoed, by Khaled Hosseini. Poetry has a strong presence in the book and Saratoga Reads is proud to celebrate National Poetry Month at Lena’s Poetry Open Mic. Cost is $5. For more information call (518) 583-0022 or visit www.cafeelena.org. Thursday, April 3 Shelters of Saratoga Gala Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, 6–9 p.m. Celebrate the achievements of Shelters of Saratoga at the Helping Hope Take Flight Gala. Reservations available at $100 per person. To make a reservation call (518) 581-1097 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Address Hunger in our Community Irish Times, Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. The Saratoga Ancient Order of Hiberians will have celebrity bartenders with proceeds going to address famine in our community and to promote awareness of An Gorta Mor (The Great Hunger). This great famine ravaged Ireland between 1845-1850, brought horrific suffering and loss to Ireland’s 8.5 million people. The recipients of this event will be Saratoga EOC, The Open Door Mission and The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center. Little Shop of Horrors Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College, 7:30 p.m. Skidmore Cabaret Troupe Presents: “Little Shop of Horrors”, an upbeat spoof of 1950’s science fiction. Showing April 3–5 at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information call (518) 580-5000.