SARATOGA SPRINGS — Margie Helm Van Meter passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024, surrounded by her family at her longtime residence in Saratoga Springs, NY. Margie was born on September 7, 1932, the youngest of four children of John Blakey Helm and Catherine Burge Helm. Margie grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and attended the Louisville Collegiate School. She graduated from Wellesley College in 1954. Soon after graduation, Margie married her husband of 70 years, Robert Van Meter. Margie and Bob were blessed with two children, Bob and Nancy.
After her children left for college, Margie earned a master’s degree in public administration from the State University of New York at Albany and embarked on a new career. She served for two decades as a senior staff member in the New York State Senate focused on childcare issues, including many years working for Mary Goodhue, who chaired the Senate childcare committee. Margie took great satisfaction from her success working across the aisle to pass over a dozen bills improving child welfare and expanding childcare for New York families and children.
Upon retirement, Margie deepened her lifelong commitment to community activism. She served on the Saratoga Springs Charter Commission and was appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Concurrently, Margie was a board member for the Planned Parenthood for Saratoga, Fulton, and Montgomery counties. She was also active in the Westside neighborhood and for several years she led neighborhood tours for the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation. Margie mentored young women who were first-generation college students at Empire State College. Margie was a leader in the League of Women Voters for more than fifty years starting in 1961 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Margie was an active member of the Presbyterian United Church of Christ in Saratoga Springs and served as an Elder of the church.
Margie was always interested both in her community and the larger world around her. As an adult learner, she took a variety of courses and participated in numerous book clubs. She also enjoyed traveling. Among other places that she visited with her children and grandchildren were Beijing, China, Paris, France, Havana, Cuba, Barcelona and Madrid, Spain.
Margie is survived by her husband, her son Bob Van Meter and his wife Pam Nourse, her daughter Nancy Van Meter and her husband Jeff Eagan, grandchildren Becky Dowgun and her husband Neil, Patrick Eagan-Van Meter and his wife Rebecca Salzman, Abby Nourse Van Meter and her husband Ian Benton, Ben Eagan-Van Meter and his wife Fabiola Gutierrez, Margie’s brother Joe Helm and his wife Sissy, and her brother-in-law Woodford Van Meter and his wife Dorothy. In addition, Margie is survived by great-grandchildren Valerie, Jesse, and Silas, as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Margie is predeceased by her parents John Blakey Helm and Catherine Helm, her sister Kitty Hartnett, and brother Jack Helm.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her memory to the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County, www.lwvsaratoga.org
Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (584-5373).
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
Black Friday marks the official start of the holiday shopping season across the country, and Saratoga Springs prepares to welcome in the season with huge savings throughout the downtown area. On November 29th, a select group of nearly 20 stores in downtown Saratoga Springs and the surrounding area will be participating in a group sale promotion, offering a variety of discounts on the day after Thanksgiving
Local merchants look forward to this day as an opportunity to offer customers once-a-year savings in appreciation of their support of local business throughout the year! “Black Friday Participant” window signs and balloons will differentiate the storefronts of the businesses who are participating in the Black Friday Saratoga 12th year event.
Retailers participating in the Black Friday Saratoga Group Sale are each offering their own custom deals and opening at a variety of different hours, with some opening as early as 6am, and others opening later in the morning. Discounts in some stores are as deep as 60% off select merchandise. For more information about the Black Friday Saratoga shopping event, go to www.facebook.com/blackfridaysaratoga.
Brookside Museum Holiday Market opens for the season Nov. 30.
BALLSTON SPA — The annual Artisan’s Market at the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum will be opening on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30.
The 24th annual market will run through Dec. 24 and will feature only handmade/ hand crafted products created by local artisans. Items include: soaps, lotions, ornaments, jewelry, syrups, scarves, ceramics, hats and more.
Each item sold supports both SCHC @ Brookside Museum and local artisans. The Artisan Market is held at SCHC @ Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa.
The 2024 hours are: Tuesdays to Thursdays, noon – 4 p.m.; Fridays noon to 5 p.m. and Saturdays & Sundays, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SARATOGA SPRINGS —Saratoga Photo Hikes: Winter Photography & Hiking series is an idea born from artist Louis Valenti’s passion for both hiking and photography.
The series is designed to bring beginner photographers together to photograph nature while introducing participants to Saratoga’s most stunningly beautiful and popular parks, trails, and preserves as well as raising environmental awareness by creating an opportunity for individuals to connect with nature on a deeper and more personal level.
These 90-minute winter photo hikes, free of charge, will explore the uniqueness and beauty of the Geyser Creek trail which features springs, falls, spouting water and so much more. The Photo Hikes will begin on Sunday, Dec. 1, and will be held every Sunday through Dec. 22, from 10:30 a.m. – noon.
This series is made possible through the Saratoga Community Arts Grant Program funded by the NYS Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Reservations are required. Contact Louis Valenti at 518-438-1141 or by email at: LouisValentiPhotography@gmail.com.
The hike will depart at 10:30 a.m. from the SPAC parking lot, section A, row 3. Please come prepared for a 1.4-mile hike including appropriate clothing and footwear. Level of hike difficulty: easy. Persons under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. No pets. Remember to bring your camera or iPhone.
The Saratoga Springs girls tennis doubles team of Clare Dooley and Addison Jones will head to the state championships after a strong showing at sectionals last month. They’ll be joined by Section 2 doubles champs Sam Ostrander and Lydia Koivula from Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake and Bethlehem doubles team Hope Brown and Rayka Kogut. Photo via Section 2 Athletics.
TJ Jenkins and Cameron Dobbs have joined the Saratoga Racers’ roster. Photos via the team.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Racers of the American Basketball Association (ABA) have announced the signings of two new players: TJ Jenkins and Cameron Dobbs.
Jenkins is a 6’ 4” shooting guard/forward who played at Schenectady High School and Niagara Community College. He previously played in the ABA for the Bennington Martens.
Dobbs is a 5’ 11” guard who played at Guilderland High School before beginning his college career at Division I Mississippi Valley State. He finished his career at American International.
The Racers are in the midst of their inaugural season. They’ll next head to Rochester to play the Royals on November 16 before facing the Bulldogs in Binghamton on November 23. They’ll be back at home on December 7 to take on the Connecticut Surge.
615 Maple Ave., Suite 3, Saratoga Springs | 7:30 p.m. Saratoga Children’s Theatre presents Junie B. Jones, a play based on the beloved book series as Junie navigates first-grade adventures with humor. This show is sure to have the whole family laughing, singing, and remembering what it’s like to see the world through a child’s eyes. The show will also take place on November 16 at 7:30 p.m. and November 17 at 1 p.m. For tickets, visit https://www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org.
Saturday, November 16
Ethnic Food and Bake Sale and Craft Show
St. George Church, 55 Main and Second St., South Glens Falls | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Greek, Syrian, Romanian, American. Stuffed Grape Leaves, Hummus, Cabbage Rolls, Kibbeh, Spanakopita, Syrian Bread, Meat and Spinach Pies, Baklava, Tabbouleh Pies, Cakes, Cookies. A variety of American pies for Thanksgiving and many more desserts. Crafters will have gifts for everyone for Christmas and for any time of the year. Refreshments available. Free parking and admission. For more information, call the church at 518-792-2359. Sponsored by the Ladies Society.
American Legion Monthly Meeting
34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. Adirondack Post 70 will meet.
What’s That Noise
Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | 11 a.m. A display and exploration of personally owned musical instruments, both simple and complex. Come learn about and use some lesser known, unique instruments, and see that you too can be a musician. Presented by Peter Lewis and Franklyn Whitney. Please register to attend 518-882-6385.
Free Talk – Physical Therapy in Knee Arthritis and Replacement
Saratoga Physical Therapy Associates, 2388 Route 9, Malta | 1 p.m. “Having a Knee Replacement? A Physical Therapist Can Help” will be presented by physical therapist Matt O’Neil, a partner with, Saratoga Physical Therapy Associates at the multi-site practice’s location. This is a free community event. O’Neil has been practicing physical therapy for three decades, specializing in working with patients with knee-joint arthritis, including before and after replacement. His vast experience makes him a preferred provider with surgeons and patients. Topics to be covered include Osteoarthritis overview, Conservative management through physical therapy, Total knee replacement before and after care. Questions will be welcome at the talk. Seating is limited for this informative free community event, so reservations are requested at 518-899-1140.
Genealogy and Local History
Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville | 1 p.m. Heritage Hunters will meet for a program presented by Jack and Jan McEneny titled, “Two Vanished Villages.” They will share their personal searches for the villages where their ancestors lived. Both families emerged from the Irish famine that gripped County Mayo and made new homes at the “Glass Factory Village” near Lake Desolation in Saratoga County. Jack spent 19 years in the New York State Assembly and has also served as Historian for Albany County. The public is welcome. For information, call 518-885-9309.
Gingerbread Workshop for Kids
50 West High St., Ballston Spa | 2 – 5 p.m. You are invited to this fun workshop where you will make gingerbread, design and create your structure, and assemble and decorate on November 23. All materials are provided. The fee is $12 per structure. Kids from 8 years up will enjoy this project. AND you will get an idea of what 4-H is all about. Register by calling 518-885-8995 or email Leland at glb76@cornell.edu. All are welcome! We hope to see you there.
Winter Concert Series: Stringwynde
Long Room, Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 3 p.m. Flautist Melanie Chirignan and Harpist Darhon Rees-Rohrbacher are well known throughout the Capital Region and specialize in music of the Celtic tradition. This concert is sponsored by a grant from Saratoga Arts, The Music Performance Trust Fund of the American Federation of Musicians and the Saratoga County History Center.
Ham Dinner
Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Ham dinner with scalloped potatoes, vegetable, soup and homemade dessert. Adults $12. We are encouraging pre-orders for delivery and pickup-up dinners. 518-793-1152
Jacob Perlow Event Series: Music Love and Mysticism in the Ottoman World
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Helen Filene Ladd Concert Hall, Skidmore College |7:30 p.m. About the event: Ethnomusicologist/performer Joseph Alpar and his ensemble perform a diverse and exciting program of music exploring the long, intertwined histories of Jews, Muslims, and Christians in the Ottoman Empire from the 14th through 20th centuries. The central theme of the concert is love-aşk in Turkish-in all its forms. Free to the public.
Sunday, November 17
All You Can Eat Breakfast
Gansevoort Volunteer Firehouse, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort | 8 – 11 a.m. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, omelets, pancakes, hash, French toast, home fries, biscuits, sausage gravy, orange Juice, milk, and coffee. Donations: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors 55+, $10 Military and 1st Responders, $8 Children (age 6 – 12) Free kids under 6.
Nutcracker Tea
Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. Join Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet for a whimsical event with tea, delicious treats, dancing, and holiday fun. Children and families will enjoy holiday shopping from local vendors, and silent auctions. Delight in a live performance from the Nutcracker Suite along with a reading of The Nutcracker Story. Don’t forget to take your photo with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy! The Nutcracker Tea is our largest fundraiser for the full-length Nutcracker production that takes place on December 21 & 22 at the University at Albany’s Performing Arts Center. For tickets visit www.eventbrite.com.
Sustainable Saratoga Open House
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs |1 – 2:30 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Sustainable Saratoga is welcome to attend. Find out about our committees in Urban Forestry, Pollinator Protection, Land Use, Zero Waste, and Climate and Energy. We will start with a presentation about each of our 5 committees, followed by a meet and greet session where you can talk with our executive director, board members, and committee members.
Celebrating 50 Years of Brookside Museum
Long Room at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 2 p.m. 50 years ago, a dedicated group of local individuals opened the doors to Brookside Museum and Saratoga County History Center is still here, and ready to celebrate this milestone. All are welcome to help celebrate this momentous occasion. The highlight will be the premiere of the film “50 Years of Brookside Museum”. Enormous thanks to Dave Waite for working so tirelessly on this film. Cake will also be served to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Registration is not mandatory to attend, however we encourage you to register for the celebration online at www.brooksidemuseum.org.
Monday, November 18
Thymly Herb Garden Group Meeting
4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd., Ballston Spa | 9:45 a.m. – noon. No meeting if the School District has a delay or closes. Karen Conklin will demonstrate how to mold herbal butter for Thanksgiving and show butter molds from the 1800’s to the present. Mary Jennings will talk about the history and the beauty of the Dorset button dating back to the 1600’s. She will show how to craft, use and add herbs to the buttons. Light refreshments and a meeting to follow. Dues are $20/year. First time attendance is free. New members welcome. Please RSVP to thymlyherbmail@gmail.com.
Saratoga Parkinson’s Support Group
Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. All are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there. Please contact us with any questions: Leader Gordon Blyth gordonsblyth@gmail.com 917-887-7980 and Co-Leader Marie Thorne softballmom300@yahoo.com 518-810-8483.
Tuesday, November 19
Pierogi Sale
Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – pickup. We will have potato/cheese, kraut, sweet potato (special: seasonal) and farmer’s cheese pierogies. All pierogi orders are $12/dozen. We may have stuffed clams as well. Please call to place your order, 518-363-0001.
Pressure Canning Meats Class
Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa | 5:30 – 8 p.m. Learn how to can venison and dehydrate jerky. Register at 518-885-8995. Cost is $15.
The Town of Greenfield Historical Society Meeting
Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 7 p.m. The video of Rachel Clothier’s Cemetery Tour will be presented. Greenfield History book will be available for sale starting at 6:30 pm. Cost is $20 (cash). All are welcome.
Wednesday, November 20
Turkey Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. and noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: Sliced Turkey Breast, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, vegetable, gravy, tossed salad, dinner rolls. Dinner for $15 (cash only).
Free Community Meal
Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls | 5 – 7 p.m. Come join us for food and fellowship. Held on the third Wednesday of each month. This month’s meal is Goulash with salad, dessert and drinks.
Astronomy Club
Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | 6:30 p.m. Rich Horsch will give a hands-on presentation of how to use your telescope and phone to view the sky. This group meets monthly on the third Wednesday, and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older). Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.
Science on Tap
Common Roots Brewing Company, 58 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls | 7 p.m. Science On Tap is a monthly series of informal talks led by scientists that explore current research topics and the importance of science in our daily life. Each talk takes place in a relaxed pub atmosphere where communication flows freely between scientists and the public. Co-presented by Skidmore’s Environmental Studies and Sciences Program and Sustainable Saratoga, these monthly opportunities for discussion reflect the unique intellectual culture of the greater Capital Region and promote scientific literacy. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Come early to get a bite to eat.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Southern Saratoga Art Society
SSAS will be hosting artists and members throughout the area. The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., will show artwork at SSAS’s annual Themed Show, “Artwork Inspired by a Song ” during the months of November and December. Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, will show the artwork of SSAS member, Faith Weldon, during November. The Town of Clifton Park Hall Lobby, 1Town Hall Plaza, is showing the artwork of SSAS member, Cheryl Birmingham during November. Artist and member of SSAS, Cheryl Jenks, is showing her artwork at Soave Faire, Broadway, Saratoga Springs during the month of November.
Crafters and Vendors Wanted for Craft Fair
Space available for crafters/vendors at the Middle Grove United Methodist Church, located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove, on Saturday, November 23, for a $25 participation donation. For more information, text interested in MGUMC craft fair – or call and leave a message for Lisa at 518-779-9141.
Famous Brown Bread & Bake Sale
It’s time for Simpson United Methodist Church’s to hold our semi-annual Brown Bread & Bake Sale. Cost is $8 per loaf. Pick-up dates: Friday, November 22, 4 – 6 p.m. and Saturday, November 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bake sale on Saturday. 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls. Call 518-885-4794 to place your order. Please leave your name, telephone number and the number loaves you would like to reserve; and if possible, let us know if you will be picking up on Friday or Saturday. A representative from Simpson will call back to confirm your order.
Annual Craft and Vendor Fair
November 23, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Crafts, vendors, live music, gift wrapping, silent auction. Sow local artisans. Church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., corner of Middle Grove & North Creek Rd.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train
The Holiday Train is back on the rails, bringing holiday joy and supporting local food banks across North America. Franklin Community Center has been selected as the local beneficiary for the Saratoga Springs stop at Saratoga Springs Train Station, 26 Station Lane. The event will take place on Monday, November 24 at 7:20 p.m., which is free to attend. Live performances by James Barker Band and Clerel, offering festive entertainment for the whole family. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, sponsored by B&B Plumbing and Heating, along with cookies and candy canes. Donations of non-perishable food or cash are encouraged.
Saratoga Turkey Trot
This Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, the Christopher Dailey Foundation will host their 23rd Annual Christopher Dailey 5K Saratoga Turkey Trot. The Run/Walk will be held on Broadway in Saratoga Springs starting at 8:30 a.m. All proceeds from the event will support the Christopher Dailey Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting youth needs in the Saratoga Community since 2002. Please join us for the community event as we mark another year of fundraising and charitable giving. For more information, visit www.christopherdaileyfoundation.com. You can connect with the foundation by calling 518-879-8305 or email christopherdaileyfoundation@gmail.com.
Pet Photos with Santa
Get into the holiday spirit and support Gateway House of Peace by bringing your pets to meet Santa on Saturday, November 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 479 Rowland St., Ballston Spa. This event is open to children, pets, and families; appointments strongly encouraged. While walk-ins are welcome, we cannot guarantee how long your wait will be. We encourage you to book an appointment to secure your spot. Walk-in donations are accepted as cash or check only. Your $25 donation covers your sitting fee, digital download and printing rights. Gateway House of Peace is a not-for-profit organization serving persons with terminal illness who are diagnosed with three months or less to live. Contact: Allison Drapeau, adrapeau@gatewayhouseofpeace.org or 518-450-1273.
Sip & Shop
The Town of Greenfield will hold a “Sip & Shop” event at Brookhaven Golf Course, 333 Alpine Meadows Rd., from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on November 30. The new holiday bazaar will combine a winter market and a holiday social opportunity that is free to the public. The event will benefit the Greenfield Elementary School Home School Association, its parent teacher group.
2024 Winter Photography & Hiking Series
Led by Saratoga nature photographer Louis Valenti. This series of photo hikes is open to beginner photographers and will explore the uniqueness and beauty of the Geyser Creek trail. The Photo Hikes will begin on Sunday, December 1, and will be held every Sunday through December 22, 2024, from 10:30AM – 12:00PM. Each hike will provide photographic opportunities and will introduce participants to key fundamentals of photographing nature. All hikes will depart at 10:30AM from the SPAC parking lot, section A. Please come prepared for a 1.4-mile hike including appropriate clothing, footwear, camera or iPhone. This series of photo hikes is free. Reservations required. Contact Louis Valenti at 518-438-1141 or email LouisValentiPhotography@gmail.com
12th Annual Laying of Wreaths
Please join us at one of the following locations as we horror those who have served our country: Galway Town Hall, Galway Junior-Senior High School, Galway Village Park, Gideon Hawley Park in Charlton, Scotch Church Cemetery, Providence Town Hall. Sponsored by the Glenville Hills Garden Club and partial funding by Bob’s Trees.
Shenendehowa High School West Auditorium, Clifton Park | 7 p.m. Join Heather Morris, author of The Tatooist of Auschwitz, Cilka’s Journey, and Three Sisters, as she speaks about her novels and discusses her research and the stories behind them. A Q & A and book signing will follow. Copies of her books will be available for purchase from The Open Door Bookstore. This event is generously sponsored by The Friends of the Library. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Radium Girls Production
Ballston Spa Hi School, 220 Ballston Ave., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m. Ballston spa High School’s talented theatre troupe invites the community to attend their upcoming production of Radium Girls, a riveting drama that explores the true story of courageous factory workers fighting for justice and safety in the workplace. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for senior citizens and students. Tickets will be sold at the door. Additional performances on November 22 and 23 at 7 p.m., with a matinee on November 23 at 1 p.m.
Michael Whitney – “33 Things: A Collection of Functional Objects,” opens Friday. Photo provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS —An Opening and Talk featuring artist Michael Whitney will take place 6 – 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Spring Street Gallery.
Whitney was able to create a project titled: 33 Things, which is a collection of functional objects made using broken and discarded objects.
The Artist talk on Friday will discuss how the project came about. In addition to the discussion, the gallery will also be open on Saturday and Sunday from 11-3 p.m. The exhibit is made possible due to a grant from Saratoga Arts.
Spring Street Gallery is located at 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Performing Arts Center announced it is accepting visual art, literary art, and performing art submissions to be featured at “The Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists” online exhibit and live event on June 1, 2025. Numerous works will be selected with one student in each category receiving the “Outstanding Artist Award” and $500 to support the further development of their craft.
New for 2025, SPAC is also partnering with Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) to offer the first Student Composition Contest, selecting one student composer to have their work premiered by the ESYO Symphony Orchestra during the festival.
Returning for its 8th annual event, The Adirondack Trust Company Festival of Young Artists will celebrate the collaborative creativity of more than 700 of the Capital Region’s brightest young dancers, musicians, singers, poets, and visual artists all in support of SPAC’s mission to provide free access to enriching arts programs for local youth.
This year’s event will follow the theme Wonder, inspired by the work of 24th U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón. Limón urges readers to maintain a sense of awe and curiosity even when hope seems distant, and to appreciate the many wonders of life that foster resilience and discovery. In her work, In Praise of Mystery: A Poem for Europa, she writes: “We, too, are made of wonders, of great and ordinary loves, of small invisible worlds, of a need to call out through the dark.”
High school students, middle school students, and youth ensembles who reside in or are part of a school or organization based in the following NY counties are invited to submit musical scores, photos of artwork, digital copies of literary compositions, and videos of performances: Albany, Essex, Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Rensselaer, Warren, Washington.
The deadline for submissions is Jan. 24, 2025. Visit spacfoya.org for details.
HUDSON FALLS —Progressive jam-fusion supergroup PAKT will perform at the Strand Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
The band features Percy Jones (Brand X, Brian Eno, David Sylvian, Suzanne Vega), Adam Holzman (Miles Davis, Steven Wilson, Marcus Miller, Lenny White0), Kenny Grohowski (John Zorn, Brand X, Imperial Triumphant, Hipster Assassins), and Tim Motzer (Bandit65, Jaki Liebezeit, David Sylvian, Jamaaladeen Tacuma).
PAKT is heralded as dwelling in the realms of progressive rock, electric jazz, experimental, ambient, psychedelic and beyond.
Tickets are $25 general admission and available at the Strand Box Office; cash or check only or online at Brown Paper Tickets. Doors into the lobby, coffee shop and box office open at 6 p.m. For more information go to: www.mystrandtheatre.org. The Strand Theatre is located at 210 Main St, Hudson Falls, NY.
