Friday,
November 10
School Vacation Workshops: Mini Masterpieces
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St.,
9 a.m. – Noon
Pre-registration required, kids entering Kindergarten through grade 3. $20 for members, $25 for future members. Children will express their inner artist as they paint away the morning. We will have the opportunity to mix mediums, experiment with different kinds of paint and explore new painting techniques in this art inspired camp. For more information call 518-584-5540.
Saturday, November 11
Calling all Electric Vehicle Owners
Farmers’ Market, Lincoln Baths, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
We know you love your efficient and gas-free car. Let’s share the good news with others. Sustainable Saratoga is planning an electric vehicle exhibition. We’d love to showcase all kinds of electric vehicles. No sales people, just owners/leasers who are excited to spread the EV excitement. Please contact Art at Sustainable Saratoga to reserve a spot 518-620–6139.
Free Lunch
The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Avenue Ext., Malta Ridge,
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch will be served at no charge. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.
19th Annual Veterans
Day Program
Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, main flagpole, 200 Duell Rd., Schuylerville, 11 a.m.
Veterans, family members, friends and citizens, young and old, are welcome to join in remembering and reflecting on the achievements wrought by the American Veterans. Seating will be available; however, you are welcome to bring lawn chairs. Handicap parking available. For more information call 518-581-9128 x207.
Tang Family Saturdays
Tang Museum, Skidmore Campus, Saratoga Springs,
2 – 3:30 p.m.
Design a Board Game - We will look at and talk about Willie Cole’s large installation based on a chess set, to get to the other side. Then each participant will design and make a game board and pieces to move on it. At the end, we can try out each other’s games. The program is free and open to the public. Suitable for children age 5 and up along with their adult companions. Reservations are highly encouraged. 518-580-8080
24th Annual
Big Bake Sale
St. Mary’s Church, 167 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa, after the Saturday and Sunday masses.
Raffle tables will also be available. Proceeds will be sent to Fr. Giordano Belanich, director of the Cardinal Stepinac Children Center orphanage in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Baked items for this sale will be greatly appreciated and can be left at the school prior to the masses. Monetary donations, payable to St. Mary’s Church can be sent to Josie Uhlinger, 7 E. Grove St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 or call her at 518-885-9620. To sponsor or adopt an orphan or a family, contact Fr. Belanich, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call him at 201-745-1145.
Ballston Area Senior Monthly Dance
Milton Community Center,
310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa,
7 – 10 p.m.
There is a $5 entrance fee for non-member. The dance is open to the public and ample free parking. Member are asked to bring a snack to share. Peaceful Country Band, will be providing the music. Check out our web page: ballstonareaseniors.com
Sunday,
November 12
Monthly Breakfast
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 8 – 11 a.m.
Cost Adult $8, Child $4 Everyone is welcome.
Phone: 518-695-3917
Hester Street
Temple Sinai, 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Hester Street, a small, independent film from 1975, is one of the first films to deal with the complexities of American Jewish identity. The film presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and dessert reception. A $5 donation is requested. For information or reservations, please call
518-594-8730, or visit
saratogajewishculturalfestival.org/or see us on Facebook.
Monday, November 13
LuLaRoe Pop-up Boutique Fundraiser
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs, 6 – 7 p.m.
Support Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus, an award-winning women’s a cappella group, singing four-part harmony from standards and jazz to ballads and contemporary songs. You can shop, buy and take home clothes. After you shop, you can stay to hear the sweet sounds of Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus.
Tuesday, November 14
Paperback Sale
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room,
49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Friends of Saratoga Springs Public Library are having a 25-cent used paperback sale. Open to the public. Get some great reads for the winter ahead. Cash, credit cards and checks accepted. The sale will also be held on Wednesday, November 15. For questions, call the Friends Book Shop at 518-584-7860, x333.
Presentation:
The Feeder Canal from Glens Falls to Lake Champlain
SUNY Empire State College,
113 West Ave., Room 137, Saratoga Springs, 10 – 11 a.m.
Academy for Lifelong Learning and the Chapman Historical Museum. The event is free and open to the public. To make a reservation, please contact the Academy at 518-587-2100 x2390 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Learn about the seven-mile Feeder Canal, the last remaining original canal in New York State and an integral part of the state’s 524 miles of canals. This now-recognized National Historic Place creates recreational opportunities for visitors and locals alike while providing a glimpse into the past. For more information, visit
www.esc.edu/all.
Pieroghi Sale Pick Up
Christ the Savior Church,
349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake,
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese will be available. You can call 518-363-0001 to place your orders. It is recommended that orders be placed as soon as possible.
Climate Action: Military, Political and Environmental Approaches
Filene Auditorium, Skidmore Campus, Saratoga Springs, 6 p.m.
“Age of Consequences” screening and panel discussion on climate change and military. Speakers are Lance Clark and Nurcan Atalan-Helicke. Sponsored by: Skidmore Sustainability Office and
Saratoga Unites Environmental Action Committee.
Building a Healing Consciousness Class
Woodlawn Commons,
156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is hosting the class for 7 Tuesdays, beginning November 14. Students will explore the role that consciousness plays in demonstrating greater good and study the tools for achieving this demonstration. Suggested donation: $20 per class. For more information, visit newthoughtnewyork.org or call 518-366-9918.
Wednesday, November 15
Olde Saratoga
Seniors Meeting
Schuylerville Town Hall,
35 Spring St., Schuylerville, Noon
It will be a sandwich luncheon. Cookies will be provided. Money will be due for Trip and Xmas luncheon. New members are always welcome. Call Pat at
518-338-2329 for information.
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 pro-fessionals from One Roof Holistic Health Center. Sessions are free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 518-584-7860 x205.
Turkey Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks,
1 Elks Ln., Saratoga Springs,
4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
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.
Thursday, November 16
Ballston Area Senior Citizens Membership
Malta Community Center,
310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
The Ballston Area Senior Citizens are resident member of the Town of Ballston, Milton and the Village of Ballston Spa. Daily activities, monthly dances and Pickin’ Sessions and bus trips. Visit us at www.ballstonareaseniors.com, and Facebook: Ballston Area Seniors. If you would like to join our community, please stop by. The fee is $10 a year January to December. November and December of 2017 will be free with a 2018 membership. For more information call 518-885-4229.