Calendar 3.7 - 3.13.14

Friday, March 7 Kundalini Yoga in the Park Saratoga Spa State Park, The Lincoln Baths, Saratoga Springs, 9:30–11 a.m. Every Friday, Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan with Kim Rossi, Spa Director at The Roosevelt Baths & Spa. This class is open to everyone with or without yoga experience. Class cost for local guests is by donation, $20 for all others guests. For more information call (518) 321-5660. First Fridays: Once Upon a Time Various Shops and Restaurants throughout Ballston Spa, 6–9 p.m. The BSBPA and Parents as Reading Partners have teamed up with volunteer readers to bring story time throughout the Village of Ballston Spa. There will be crafts for kids, music, demos and specials. For more information visit www.ballston.org. Movie: Inside Llewyn Davis Saratoga Film Forum, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m. Follow a week in the life of a young folk singer as he navigates the Greenwich Village folk scene of 1961. Also showing Sunday, March 9 at 3 p.m. For more information and more upcoming events visit www.saratogafilmforum.org. Saturday, March 8 Spring Craft Fair Johnstown High School, 1 Sir Bills Circle, Johnstown, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Fun for the whole family, free admission. In lieu of admission we are collecting non-perishable food donations for Noah’s Food Pantry. 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 are strongly suggested. For reservations and information call (518) 580-8080. The Fighting 69th: From Ground Zero to Baghdad and Missile Boats NYS Military Museum: 61 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m. MAJ Sean Flynn, a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, discusses the transformation of the New York National Guard's 69th Infantry from the attacks of 9/11 to the invasion of Iraq. Also, Ray Misiewicz, an engineer who has developed nuclear propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy for 43 years, chronicles the history of sea based missiles and the submarines that launch them. For more information call (518) 581-5100. Community Dinner Fundraiser Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road., Wilton, 3:30–6:30 p.m. The funds will go toward medical expenses for Daniel Schwank, a member of the church. Cost is by donation. For more information call (518) 584-9107. Girls Rising Generational Tea Youth Center, Fort Hardy, Schuylerville, 3:30–6 p.m. Preview the award winning documentary, “Girls Rising.” Mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, aunties, girls and girl scouts are encouraged to participate in this free empowerment/awareness event that addresses a global community. Bring your own tea cup, saucer and strainer. For more information visit www.facebook.com/greaterschuylervilleyouthprogram. Sunday, March 9 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 2–5 p.m. Professional storyteller, teacher and published author, Marni Gillard will be entertaining with Irish folklore. Also featured are Irish Step Dancers from the National Museum of Dance School of the Arts, taught by Theresa Hughes. Traditional music of Ireland will be performed by Paul Rosenberg and Hilary Schrauf on fiddle, and Eric Everson on Irish bouzouki. Make sure you wear your dancing shoes, as there will also be Irish dance instruction and participatory dance. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children, members and children under 4 are free. For more information call (518) 584-2225 or Visit, www.dancemuseum.org. Irish Family Festival Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs, 2–7 p.m. Enjoy Irish music, dance, and culture. Tickets are $10, children under 12 free. This event is sponsored by the Ancient order of Hiberians, Commodore John Barry Division 1. For more information visit www.saratogaaoh.com. Monday, March 10 Battle of the Books SUNY Adirondack, Queensbury, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Competition hosted by the WSWHE BOCES School Library System. There will be 31 teams in four grade levels, from 11 school districts, competing against each other and demonstrating their knowledge of books. All participants have read 10 books in five months during their own time, outside of school. The 10 books were rigorous, engaging and correctly aligned with the recommended difficulty level for each student’s grade. Half of the books were fiction; half were non-fiction. Award ceremony is at 12:30 p.m. For more information call Paige Jaeger, Coordinator at (518) 581-3700. Tuesday, March 11 Free Homebuyer and Homeowner Workshop KeyBank, Wilton Branch, 3016 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, 6–7:30 p.m. Ideal for first-time and experienced homebuyers or homeowners looking for refinance. Seating is limited; be sure to register ASAP. To register contact Jeff Stack at (518) 560-5022 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Carol Raike at 518-791-2728 (cell) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Wednesday, March 12 Saratoga County EOC 22nd Annual Interagency Awareness Day The Dance Center at Skidmore College, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. This amazing event is free and open to the public, everyone is welcome to attend. Learn about health and human services currently available in Warren, Washington and Saratoga Counties including Disability Services, Financial Assistance, Child Care and more. Over 100 agencies will be on hand to provide information and answer any questions. For more information, contact Saratoga County EOC, Dottie Sellers, at (518) 288-3206, ext. 111. Veteran Hiring Conference 113 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Military officers, enlisted technicians and noncommissioned officers ready to transition into civilian careers will be invited to speak with area employers about possible job openings in a private and professional interview setting. Each employer will be able to interview up to 10 candidates specifically matched for available opportunities. This is a free event. For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (518) 884-4170. Free Computer Learning Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls, 1–2 p.m. Free computer learning sessions on Wednesdays. No church affiliation, registration, experience, or continual attendance required. Just stop in with your questions (no computer necessary). The entrances are on side and back of church to fellowship hall. For more information contact Laura Miller (518) 288-5922. Saratoga Relay for Life 2014 Informational Meeting The Marriott Residence Inn, 295 Excelsior Ave. Saratoga Springs, 5:30 p.m. Anyone who is interested in learning about Saratoga’s Relay for Life may join us for the committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. for Team Captains’ meeting. The Relay will be held June 7-8 at the Saratoga East Side Recreation Field. Take a little time to find out how you can help support or honor your loved one(s) who has dealt with cancer. We look forward to some new ideas and suggestions from interested people. For more information about the Relay please call Nicole at (518) 857-0161 or Sheila (518) 365-2164 or visit the website www.relayforlife.org/saratogaspringsny. Thursday, March 13 Interfaith Prayer Meeting Longfellows Restaurant Courtyard, 500 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, 7:15 a.m. The subject for our Guest Spiritual Leader will be “Spiritual Healing” The meeting begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes no later than 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast and sign-in begins at 7:15 a.m. There are no charges or donations. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 587-9104. Brown Bag Lunch: John Morrissey: A Musical Journey Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, Join librarian Dan Hubbs and Irish fiddler Frank Orsini for a biographical survey of the life of John Morrissey. Born in poverty in Templemore, Ireland, Morrissey transcended his humble beginnings to become a champion boxer, congressman and partial owner of the Saratoga Race Course. We’ll get a sense of the famous man’s life by taking a look at a selection of period photographs, newspaper articles, and other documents. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, traditional Irish music will accompany the presentation. For more information visit www.sspl.org.