December, 23rd – January, 6th 2017

Friday, December 23 Eagle Watch Moreau Lake State Park, 9 a.m. - Noon Grab a pair of binoculars and join park staff on their weekly Bald Eagle survey. Moreau Lake State Park’s section of the Hudson is home to wintering bald eagles. It is important for us to monitor their population and health, please come and help us! Registration is necessary. Saturday, December 24 Christmas Eve Market 65 South Broadway, Lincoln Baths, Saratoga Spa State, Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Shop for the freshest food for your holiday feast and pick up last minute gifts and stocking stuffers all in one place. Our Holiday Boutique Market will run through January, so don’t miss this unique collection of talented local artisans and coveted local products. We are proud to be a community gathering place, so bring your family and friends and take some time out of the house to enjoy what Saratoga Springs has to offer. We will also have live music by TuneFolk Sunday, December 25 Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman One Big Roof, Center for Mindful Practices, 538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Health & Wellness Building, Saratoga Springs, 9-10:15 a.m. Weekly meditation followed by short discussion. All contemplative traditions honored. By donation. For more information call 413-992-7012 or visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com. Monday, December 26 Italian Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Soup, antipasto salad, Fettuccine Alfredo, baked ziti, chicken riggies, meatballs, Italian sausage and peppers, garlic bread and butter, dessert, coffee and tea. Donation Requested: $12 adults, $11. Seniors (62 years) and Military (Active or Retired) with ID Card, $8 Children 5-12. Children under 5 Free, $12 All Take-outs. Cash Bar Available. Call 518-584-2585 for more information. Tuesday, December 27 World of Nativities Exhibit Parks-Bentley Place, 53 Ferry St., South Glens Falls, 1 – 4 p.m. A project of the Historical Society of Moreau and South Glens Falls, the nativity exhibition is in its third year and many of the sets on display for 2016 have not been included in previous exhibitions. Several of the rooms on the first floor of the house are filled with the nativities and are arranged to challenge visitors to discover the theme of each grouping. For more information call Nancy at 518-636-3856. Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children 12 years of age and younger. Wednesday, December 28 The Puppet People Present: A Christmas Carol Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. A Charles Dickens holiday classic, this show features beautiful handcrafted marionettes, shadow puppets, gorgeous masks, lavish costumes, vivid sets, a professional soundtrack that includes many holiday favorites, and a giant 9-foot parade puppet. For ages five and older. For more events at the library, visit www.sspl.org. Ozobot Afternoon Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Schuylerville, 2 p.m. What to do with no school? The Schuylerville Library has the answer – Ozobots. Ozobots are robots you command with markers, computers, or an app (we have iPads). Make our little Ozobots spin, zip, and more! Open to Grades 3 and up. For more events at the library, visit www.schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu or call 518- 695-6641. Thursday, December 29 Comedy for a Cause The Comedy Works, 388 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Join us for a great night of comedy to benefit Shelters of Saratoga, featuring eight local comedians: Tommy McClellan, Moe Haskins, Terrance Green, Dee Watson, Carlisle Carey, Grandy Dixson, Ellory Smith and Jaye McBride. Tickets are $20 per person in advance, $25 day of show. There will be a full light fair menu and bar service available at your table both before and during the show. Friday, December 30 Kids Storytime Moreau Lake State Park, 11 a.m. – Noon This class is intended for children ages 2-5 and their parents/guardians. We will discover different themes of nature with a short story and hands-on experiences. Registration is necessary with 24 hours advanced notice. Call Rebecca Mullins 518-473-0511. Saturday, December 31 First Night Saratoga Church Dinner The Presbyterian New England Church, 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs, 4 – 8 p.m. The church is sponsoring a Baked Ziti & Meatballs. Warm up and fill up with a hearty pasta meal that also includes salad, garlic bread, beverage and dessert. $8 adults, $4 children 5-12, 50 cents children 4 & under. Proceeds benefit church youth work programs. “Helping youth grow through service education and global awareness.” For more information, call 518-584-6091 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. First Night Saratoga 2017 and 5 K Road Race Downtown Saratoga Springs, 5:30 p.m. First Night is the most affordable, accessible, family-friendly, safe and exciting way to spend New Year’s Eve in the region. Join over 15,000 revelers as Saratoga Arts hosts over seventy regional and touring performing groups in thirty venues throughout Historic Downtown Saratoga Springs, starting with the 5K road race at Skidmore College at 5:30 p.m., culminating with the fireworks in Congress Park at midnight and packed full of live music, dance, comedy, and magic in between. Cost is $20 for adults; kids under $12 are free with a paying adult. Sunday, January 1 First Day Hike Saratoga Spa State Park, 11 a.m. Savor a taste of history as you saunter through the park and sip from several of our natural mineral springs. During this one hour tour, patrons will experience some of the most outstanding architecture, geology and natural history in Saratoga Springs. Registration required, call 518-584-2000 ext. 116. Monday, January 2 Henry Cornell Post 234 American Legions Auxiliary Meeting 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa, 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 3 Monthly Meeting Catholic Daughters of America Court 422 Knights of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, 6:30 p.m. Members gather at 6 p.m. for refreshments and social time, with the meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. New members are always welcome to attend. For more information about the Catholic Daughters or any of their events, contact Regent Aileen Thomas at 518-583-2905. An Affirmative Prayer for the New Year Workshop Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. 6:30-8 p.m. Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is hosting this workshop which includes a visioning session (employing the method of tapping into Divine Guidance developed by Dr. Michael Beckwith), followed by a primer on how to write an affirmative prayer. Then, attendees will be led through the process of writing their own powerful affirmative prayers for the New Year, assisted by Rev. Joanne. Suggested donation is $20. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call 518-366-9918. Wednesday, January 4 Concerned About Paying for College? Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 10 a.m. College costs are rising at unprecedented rates; Are you properly prepared to handle the expense of higher education? Join us any first and third Wednesday of the month for an informal meeting to discuss different options to pay for college education. Receive $1000 credit towards your personal Scholars Tuition Rewards* program for attending. *As recognized by U.S. News and World Report. (7 Ways to Save for Children’s Education- September 2014). Sponsored by, the Vermont Foundation. 2017 Winter Storytellers Series Begins SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Room 126, Saratoga Springs, Noon – 1 p.m. The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the ninth annual storytellers series every Wednesday through February 22, starting with Kate Dudding: “People Who Made a Difference.” Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed. For more information, call the Academy at 518-587-2100 ext. 2415. www.esc.edu/all. Guided Mindful Meditation Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Take a break from the daily grind and clear your mind with guided Mindful Meditation led by professionals from One Roof Holistic Health Center. Sessions are free and open to the public, and will be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome!For more information, call 518-584-7860 ext. 205. Artists in Action Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, Noon – 1 p.m. This month featuring Jim Schreiner of Great Sacandaga Designs who will demonstrate rustic furniture making. No registration required. For more information visit www.sspl.org. Open House at the YMCA 209 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 5 – 8 p.m. Try the Y for free. Chair massage demonstrations, meet YMCA personal trainers, get information on the LiveSTRONG at the YMCA and pedaling for Parkinson’s program. For more information visit, www.srymca.org. Poetry Reading Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Poetry reading by Kathleen McCoy. An open reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 7 p.m. and the readings will start at 7:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5. For more information, call 518-583-0022, www.caffelena.org.