Bulletin Board Monday Oct 31 2011

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Submit items to bulletinboard@saratogian.com or mail to: Bulletin Board, The Saratogian, 20 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Call 583-8729, ext. 220. All phone numbers have the 518 area code unless otherwise noted.New Listings• Winter Coat Collection: now through Nov. 6, First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa, Church office, 202 Milton Ave. Collection hours 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Accepting new or gently used coats, hats and mittens for all ages. Distribution date to be announced. 885-8361.• Great Fall Giveaway: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, New Life Fellowship, 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs. Clothing, household goods, footwear, small appliances, toys, books, food. Donations accepted Nov. 7 through 10. 580-1810 or office@newlifeinsaratoga.org.• Round Lake Book Club meets: 7 p.m. Tues., Nov. 8, Malta Library, Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive. Group will discuss “Baking Cakes in Kigali” by Gaile Parkin. Group meets monthly. Call 682-2495.• Chili Feast: 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, Malta Ridge United Methodist Church,729 Malta Ave. Ext., Malta Ridge. Eat in or take out. Cost $6. 581-0210.• Chicken and Biscuit dinner: 4 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Road, Ballston Lake. Cost $9 adults, $5 ages 5 to 10. Call 399-4831.• Paralegal Association’s CLE program: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, Appletini’s Café, 1118 Central Ave., Topic will be Medicare/MSPRC. Cost $20 members, $25 non-members. Reserve by Nov. 8 to sandra.andreadakis@1800law1010.com.Today• Jewelry Makers’ Group to meet: 7 to 8:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Future meetings Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19. 584-7860. Continued...
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Tuesday• American Legion Adirondack Post 70 Ladies Auxiliary meeting: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs.• Catholic Daughters of the Americas meeting: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, Knight’s of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Bring non-perishable food item for local pantries. New members welcome. Eileen Tuohy, 584-3472 or Shirley Tellstone, 581-2942.• Written essay contest: Nov. 1 deadline. Nationwide Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest for students in grades 6 to 8. Write 300 to 400-word essay based on theme “Are You Proud of Your Country?” Winner gets $10,000 savings bond and trip to Washington, D.C. Submit entry form and essay to a local VFW Post.• Oral essay contest: Nov. 1 deadline. Voice of Democracy Oral Essay Contest for students in grades 9 to 12. Record 3- to 5-minute essay on a CD. Theme is “Is There Pride in Serving in Our Military?” Get entry forms from Gene Ratigliano, Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 584-9686 or 885-9666, or mcpo4@nycap.rr.com.• Saratoga Turf Talkers meet: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, Longfellows Hotel and Conference Center, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Club helps members build communication skills. Meets first and third Tuesday of month. saratogaturftalkers.freetoasthost.biz or Mary Alice Hallett, 884-2806.• Farming grants: Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education 2012 grants and deadlines include “Partnership Grant” by Nov. 1 and “Farmer Grants” by Dec. 1. www.nesare.org.• Christmas Fair crafters needed: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, The King’s School, 6087 Route 9, Hadley. Cost $50 for space. Applications at 654-6230 or www.kingsschool.info.• Dockstader Charitable Trust applications: accepted from not-for-profits to fund projects that benefit residents of Galway CSD. Applications at Galway Public Library. Deadline Nov. 1. Julie Roy, 882-9101.Wednesday Continued...
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• Documentary screening: “The Last Train from Bay Meadows,” 7 p.m. Nov. 2 and 3, National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Film portrays California Thoroughbred track. Discussion with director/producer will follow. 584-0400 or www.racingmuseum.org.• Parent/Tot Gym play program: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Nov. 2 to April 22, Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Dr., Wilton. Cost for 5 uses $15 Wilton residents, $25 non-residents. 584-9455.• Green Chic sewing class: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa. Sew a reusable grocery bag. Bring one yard of cotton fabric or choose from a limited supply. Class for ages 12 and older. Cost $25 general, $20 members. Register by Oct. 29 to Saratoga County Historical Society, 885-4000 or www.brooksidemuseum.org.• Tri-County Mothers of Twins Club meeting: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at home of Diane Sova, 15 Galesville Road, Greenwich. Entertainment Books and Rada Knives being sold. Meetings held first Wednesday of month. Diane Sova, 692-7413, Peggy Murray, 587-2991 or momsoftwins@gmail.com.• Clay arts classes: beginning Wed, Nov 2, Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville. Class descriptions and registration at 581-CLAY or www.saratogaclayarts.org.• Free crash course in Hebrew: five classes beginning 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, Congregation Shaara Tfille and Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, 84 Weibel Ave. Carole, 584-2370.• Waldorf Welcome: 8:15 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, 62 York Ave., Saratoga Springs. Reservation requested. admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org. 587-2224• Soroptimist International seeks nominations: The Ruby Award honors women who make extraordinary efforts on behalf of women and girls. Saratoga County Soroptimist club will award $500 cash grant for charity of recipient’s choice. Nomination forms available from Deborah Coons, 727-7609 or SISaratogaAwards@gmail.com, www.soroptimistsaratoga.org.Thursday• Chili Challenge Cook-off: Nov. 3, Holiday Inn Express, Latham. Tickets at www.healthykidneys.org or Price Chopper. Proceeds benefit The Northeast Kidney Foundation. www.healthykidneys.org. Continued...
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• Flu Clinic: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, Wilton Senior Center, 18 Traver Road, Gansevoort. Adults only. Reservation required. Tuesday or Thursday only, 587-6363. Cost $4.• Zumba classes: Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Ballston Spa. Zumba, 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays beginning Nov. 3; Zumba Toning, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays beginning Nov. 5; Zumba Gold, 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Nov. 1. Pre-register at 899-4411.Friday• Country Craft Fair luncheon: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, Longfellows Restaurant, Route 9P, Saratoga Springs. Cost $13. There will be a speaker, plus sale of decorations, crafts and baked goods. Bring hand-crafted goods to event. Register to Ellie, 584-3779 or Anita, 583-4043 by Nov 4. Hosted by Saratoga Christian Women’s Club.• Ballston Spa High School Troupe show: “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4 and 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Ballston Spa High School. Cost $10 adults, $5 seniors and students. Bring pet food or toy for SPCA and Saratoga County Animal Shelter.• Fall Back Five Trail Race: 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Saratoga Spa State Park, starting in the mall. Cost $20 by Nov. 4, $25 day of race. Free Kids’ Fun Run. Register at www.active.com or Park Administration building.• Merry Mohican’s Square and Round Dance: “Food Pantry Party,” 7:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, Queensbury Senior Center, Corner of Bay and Haviland Roads. Mainstream and Plus. 747-5942 or 361-4403.Saturday• Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Bayberry Drive, Malta. Applications accepted for crafters and artisans of handmade items to juried, indoor show. Booth fee $60. 899-4411 or www.malta-town.org for application.• Ornament-making class: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Museum Glassworks, Washington Street, Ballston Spa. Cost $125. Register at nbm@crisny.org or National Bottle Museum, 885-7589.• Creek Cleanup and Food Fest: 9 a.m. clean-up, 12:30 p.m. food fest Nov. 5 and Nov. 12, Kelley Park, Ralph St., Ballston Spa. Rain date Nov. 19. Wear gloves and sturdy shoes. Sponsors, Friends of Kayaderosseras.• Harvest Buffet: 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake. First come, first served. Cost $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 ages 5 to 12. www.xcsavior.org.• Apostolic Fellowship Service: 11 a.m. rally service and 2:30 p.m. fellowship service Saturday, Nov. 5, Free Spriti Fellowship, 1425 West High St., Ballston Spa. newjerusalemlive@gmail.com.• New ski/snowboard movie fundraiser: “…Like There’s No Tomorrow” will be shown 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Maple Avenue Middle School, 515 Maple Ave. Cost $12. Tickets at Alpine Sport Shop, 399 Clinton St. or from Ski Team members. Proceeds benefit Saratoga Springs High School Alpine Ski Team and Vermont Hurricane Irene relief. 584-6290 or www.alpinesportshop.com.• Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr. Free admission. Sponsored by Malta Department of Parks and Recreation. 899-4411.• Donny Elvis Show: 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. show Saturday, Nov. 5, Knights of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Raffle and 50/50 drawing. Cost $15 at door. Proceeds benefit Guardian House, a Ballston Spa shelter for homeless women veterans. Event sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas.• Black Velvet Art Party: 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Nov. 5, Roaring Brook Ranch, Route 9N South, Lake George. Silent auction of black velvet art, art and attire awards, u-paint and live music. Cost $20 by Nov. 2 or $25 at door. 668-2616.• Spaghetti Dinner: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Wilton Volunteer Fire Department, 270 Ballard Road. Cash donations accepted. Proceeds benefit family of fellow volunteer firefighter being deployed to the Middle East.• Two Fall Baby Festivals: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Crandall Library, 251 Glen St., Glens Falls, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Free event for new and expectant parents. Bridget Epiphanie, 796-4558 or Lisa Cartier, 307-9810.• Ballston Spa indoor Farmers’ Market: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 5, Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 West High St. Future markets will be Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 17, April 7 and May 5. 885-2772 or www.ballston.org.• Special Olympics Bowling Regional Games: noon registration, 1 p.m. opening ceremony, Saturday, Nov. 5, Spare Time Bowling Alley, 166 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls. Volunteers needed. www.specialolympicsny.org.• Washington DeMolay Chapter breakfast benefit: 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Saratoga Springs Masonic Hall, 687 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Cost $8 adults, $4 children. Bill Williams, 309-4931.Sunday• Bingo and NYC trips: Bingo/Casino at Foxwood, Nov. 20; Bingo/Casino at Turning Stone, Nov. 26 and 30; Radio City Music Hall, Nov. 20 and 30 and Dec. 10 and 14. Ticket deadline two weeks prior. Proceeds benefit People to People Student Ambassador fundraiser. Sherri, 793-7479.• Recall Grange memories: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville. Hosted by Old Saratoga Historical Association, 584-4129.• Old Style Country Dance and buffet: 1:30 to 2 p.m. meeting, 3 p.m. buffet, 2 to 6 p.m. dance Sunday, Nov. 6, American Legion, Clancy St., Schuylerville. Bring a dish to share. Cost $5 adults, $2 ages 6 to 17 years. Hosted by Country Round and Square Dance Association. Floyd, 747-6687 or Sandy, 638-9008.• Breakfast Buffet: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Cost $7 adults, $6 seniors and military, $5 ages 5 to 12, $8 takeouts.• Free Bridal Show: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, National Museum of Dance, 99 S Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Jo, 584-2225, ext. 3003.• Mechanicville-Stillwater Elks Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at the Lodge, Park Ave., Mechanicville. Snack bar, silent auction, used books and bake sale. Free entry.• Basketball Hoop Shoot: 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Ballston Area Community Center, 20 Malta Ave. Ballston Spa. Sponsored by Ballston Spa Elks Lodge No. 2619. Open to boys and girls ages 8 to13. Proof of age required. 288-3231.Monday, Nov. 7• American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 meeting: 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa.• Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers meet: noon Monday, Nov. 7, Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Open to retired educators who taught in and/or live in Saratoga County. Reserve at 587-5356.• ITAM Ladies Auxiliary meeting: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, Grand Ave. Election of officers and old photos of past members or functions wanted.• “How to See Live Theater” lecture: 12:40 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, SUNY Adirondack Campus Theater, Queensbury. Free event. 743-2200, ext. 2485.• Mayor’s Advisory Committee on Senior Issues meeting: noon Monday, Nov. 7, Adult and Senior Citizen’s Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs. Project is to formulate safety/emergency preparedness plan for city’s senior citizens. 366-8582 or mmzlotnick@aol.com.Friday, Nov. 11• “Taylor’s Heroes” rock n roll celebration: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. Birthday tribute to local veteran David Taylor Miller, who lost his life in Afghanistan. Event will promote children’s fitness and nutrition with live music, auction, food and activities. Cost $50 advance, $60 at door, $25 ages 25 and younger. Proceeds benefit UPH and children who need fitness and nutrition education. Suzanne, 894-1658 or www.TaylorsHeroes.com.Saturday, Nov. 12• Greenwich Lodge Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, B.P.O.E. Auxiliary of Greenwich Elks Lodge, Bulson Road. Crafters needed. Cost $25 per space. Donna Blair, 692-2347 or Amber, 587-8224.Tuesday, Nov. 15• Free Rabies Clinics: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa. Cats (in carrier) 7 to 8 p.m.; dogs (on leash): 8 to 9 p.m.; ferrets (in carrier) 7 to 9 p.m. One-year vaccination certificates issued, or three-year if previous certificate is produced. Animal shelter, 885-4113.Sunday, Nov. 27• Flea market: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Ladies Auxiliary’s indoor market, 1 Elks Lane, off Route 9 Maple Ave., Saratoga. Cost $15 for 8-foot table space. Linda, 289-5470, or Debbie, 885-6506.Ongoing Listings• Feline adoption: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday, Pet-Smart, 3033 Route 50, Wilton. Capital District Humane Association for the Love of Animals holds kitten, cat adoption clinics.• Elks Lodge Bingo: 7 p.m. Mondays, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Doors open at 4 p.m. 584-2585.• Freedom Boxes for troops: List of donation items at www.capitalregion2bsm.org. Drop off locations are Roohan Realty, 579 Broadway; Elks Lodge, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs; Wheats and Sweets, 88 Front St. and First Niagara Bank, Route 50, Ballston Spa; Business Products, 1763 Route 9, Clifton Park; Halfmoon Town Hall; and Met Life, 2648 Route 9, Malta.• Take Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) meeting: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. weigh-in every Thursday, 7 p.m. meeting, Wesley Health Care Center, Day Activity Room, 133 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. Barbara, 859-2058.• Food Addicts support group: Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) weekly meetings in two locations. Thursday meetings7 p.m., Pine Grove Methodist Church, 1580 Central Ave., Colonie. Saturday meetings 9 a.m., Evergreen Commons, 1070 Luther Road, East Greenbush. www.foodaddicts.org.• Kitten/cat adoption clinics: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 3 p.m. Sundays, at PetSmart, Clifton Park. Whisker’s Animal Benevolent League needs homes for rescued cats and kittens. All animals spayed/ neutered and shots up-to-date. Adoption fee $50. Foster homes also needed. admin@ewhiskers. com or www.ewhiskers.com.• Craving Companionship program: The Craving Companionship program offers advice for family caregivers to encourage companionship and easy, healthy meals to assist seniors who live alone. Programs details are found at www.mealsandcompanionship.com.• Community Paper Recycling Program: Middle Grove Church, 429 Middle Grove Road. Acceptable items include newspaper, phone books, catalogs, magazines, paperbacks, cardboard, junk mail, construction paper, brown paper bags and shredded paper (in a plastic bag).• Galway Co-op offers fuel discount: Galway Co-op members can now offer discounts on propane and No. 2 fuel oil to Warren, Washington and Essex counties, bringing the total to nine counties covered. 882-5445 or www.Galwayco-op.com.• Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market moves indoors: 9 a.m. to noon beginning Oct. 1, Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St. Future markets will be Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 17, April 7 and May 5. 885-2772 or www.ballston.org.• Toys for Tots donations needed: now through Dec. 15, Community Emergency Corps of Ballston Spa, 78 Thompson St. New, unwrapped toys accepted. Program sponsored by U.S. Marine Corps. Ray Otten, CEC, 885-1478.• Empty Stocking Project: Saratoga County Children’s Committee is looking for people and organizations to sponsor a child or teen by purchasing holiday gifts and necessities from the child’s “wish list.” Kathy Kelly, 399-6629 or 448-5120. Cash donations also accepted. Send to The Saratoga County Children’s Committee, P.O. Box 1254, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.• Galway Public Library October programs: Variety of free programs for children, teens and adults. Library located at 5264 Sacandaga Road. For full schedule, go to www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. Call 882-6385.• Library board of trustees meet: 6:30 p.m. second Tuesday of each month, Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Open to the public. 695-6641.• Macular Degeneration Support Group: meets 10 to 11:30 a.m. on second Tuesday of the month from Aug. to May, Shenendehowa Adult Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. 383-1343 or www.shenacc.org.• Saratoga Debtors Anonymous weekly meetings: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, United Methodist Church, corner of 5th and Henning Roads, Saratoga Springs NY. saratogadebtbusters123@gmail.com or www.debtorsanonymous.org.• Knit and Craft Club: 7 p.m., Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Group meets on third Tuesday of each month. All crafters welcome and encouraged to bring projects to work on. Amanda, 695-3993 or afiandaca@sals.edu afiandaca@sals.edu.• Crafters meet: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Simpson UMC, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls. Drop in any time. Bring a lunch, light refreshments provided. Laura Miller, 885-5286 or lauraviolet@nycap.rr.com lauraviolet@nycap.rr.com.• Saratoga County EOC needs volunteers: New volunteers always needed for Economic Opportunity Council Inc. programs. Contact Saratoga County EOC, 587-3158.• Gavin Park fall activities: Pickleball, 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April, drop-in registration, $3 per visit; Parent/Tot Open Gym, 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Nov. 2 through April 22, $15 resident for five uses, $25 non-resident for five uses; After-School Program, five installments of $370; Gorilla Soccer, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Sundays, Nov. 6 to Dec. 18, for ages 4 to 6; Gorilla Basketball, 9 to 10 a.m. Sundays, Oct. 16 to Nov. 20, for ages 4 to 6. Call 584-9455.• Clothing Thrift Shop and Food Pantry: Ballston Spa United Methodist Church, 101 Milton Ave. Upper Room Clothing Thrift Shop open 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, $2 fill-a-bag. Food Pantry open 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. The food pantry can be visited once each month. 885-6886 or 885-7223.• Volunteers needed at NYS Military Museum: Help needed includes Veteran and historical organizations across the state to promote the Museum, to provide displays, and to continue adding to our collections; volunteer staffing needed at Museum, various hours and responsibilities, 2 immediate positions. Friends of the NYS Military Museum, 226-0490.• Greenwich Elks pizza night: Pizza night every Friday at the Greenwich Elks Lodge, Route 40 South at Bulson Road, Greenwich. Eat in or take out. Orders may be placed ahead. 692-2061.• Meditation classes: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 19 to Dec. 14 (no class Nov. 23), 19 Maple Ave., second floor, Saratoga Springs. Buddhist teachings. Drop in. Cost $10 adults, $5 seniors and students. www.kadampanewyork.org or (845) 856-9000.• Jewelry Makers’ Group to meet: 7 to 8:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Future meetings Oct. 31, Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19. 584-7860.
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Submit items to bulletinboard@saratogian.com or mail to: Bulletin Board, The Saratogian, 20 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Call 583-8729, ext. 220. All phone numbers have the 518 area code unless otherwise noted.New Listings• Winter Coat Collection: now through Nov. 6, First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa, Church office, 202 Milton Ave. Collection hours 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Accepting new or gently used coats, hats and mittens for all ages. Distribution date to be announced. 885-8361.• Great Fall Giveaway: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, New Life Fellowship, 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs. Clothing, household goods, footwear, small appliances, toys, books, food. Donations accepted Nov. 7 through 10. 580-1810 or office@newlifeinsaratoga.org.• Round Lake Book Club meets: 7 p.m. Tues., Nov. 8, Malta Library, Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive. Group will discuss “Baking Cakes in Kigali” by Gaile Parkin. Group meets monthly. Call 682-2495.• Chili Feast: 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, Malta Ridge United Methodist Church,729 Malta Ave. Ext., Malta Ridge. Eat in or take out. Cost $6. 581-0210.• Chicken and Biscuit dinner: 4 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Road, Ballston Lake. Cost $9 adults, $5 ages 5 to 10. Call 399-4831.• Paralegal Association’s CLE program: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, Appletini’s Café, 1118 Central Ave., Topic will be Medicare/MSPRC. Cost $20 members, $25 non-members. Reserve by Nov. 8 to sandra.andreadakis@1800law1010.com.Today• Jewelry Makers’ Group to meet: 7 to 8:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Future meetings Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19. 584-7860.Tuesday• American Legion Adirondack Post 70 Ladies Auxiliary meeting: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs.• Catholic Daughters of the Americas meeting: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, Knight’s of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Bring non-perishable food item for local pantries. New members welcome. Eileen Tuohy, 584-3472 or Shirley Tellstone, 581-2942.• Written essay contest: Nov. 1 deadline. Nationwide Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest for students in grades 6 to 8. Write 300 to 400-word essay based on theme “Are You Proud of Your Country?” Winner gets $10,000 savings bond and trip to Washington, D.C. Submit entry form and essay to a local VFW Post.• Oral essay contest: Nov. 1 deadline. Voice of Democracy Oral Essay Contest for students in grades 9 to 12. Record 3- to 5-minute essay on a CD. Theme is “Is There Pride in Serving in Our Military?” Get entry forms from Gene Ratigliano, Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 584-9686 or 885-9666, or mcpo4@nycap.rr.com.• Saratoga Turf Talkers meet: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, Longfellows Hotel and Conference Center, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Club helps members build communication skills. Meets first and third Tuesday of month. saratogaturftalkers.freetoasthost.biz or Mary Alice Hallett, 884-2806.• Farming grants: Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education 2012 grants and deadlines include “Partnership Grant” by Nov. 1 and “Farmer Grants” by Dec. 1. www.nesare.org.• Christmas Fair crafters needed: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, The King’s School, 6087 Route 9, Hadley. Cost $50 for space. Applications at 654-6230 or www.kingsschool.info.• Dockstader Charitable Trust applications: accepted from not-for-profits to fund projects that benefit residents of Galway CSD. Applications at Galway Public Library. Deadline Nov. 1. Julie Roy, 882-9101.Wednesday• Documentary screening: “The Last Train from Bay Meadows,” 7 p.m. Nov. 2 and 3, National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Film portrays California Thoroughbred track. Discussion with director/producer will follow. 584-0400 or www.racingmuseum.org.• Parent/Tot Gym play program: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Nov. 2 to April 22, Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Dr., Wilton. Cost for 5 uses $15 Wilton residents, $25 non-residents. 584-9455.• Green Chic sewing class: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa. Sew a reusable grocery bag. Bring one yard of cotton fabric or choose from a limited supply. Class for ages 12 and older. Cost $25 general, $20 members. Register by Oct. 29 to Saratoga County Historical Society, 885-4000 or www.brooksidemuseum.org.• Tri-County Mothers of Twins Club meeting: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at home of Diane Sova, 15 Galesville Road, Greenwich. Entertainment Books and Rada Knives being sold. Meetings held first Wednesday of month. Diane Sova, 692-7413, Peggy Murray, 587-2991 or momsoftwins@gmail.com.• Clay arts classes: beginning Wed, Nov 2, Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville. Class descriptions and registration at 581-CLAY or www.saratogaclayarts.org.• Free crash course in Hebrew: five classes beginning 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, Congregation Shaara Tfille and Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, 84 Weibel Ave. Carole, 584-2370.• Waldorf Welcome: 8:15 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs, 62 York Ave., Saratoga Springs. Reservation requested. admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org. 587-2224• Soroptimist International seeks nominations: The Ruby Award honors women who make extraordinary efforts on behalf of women and girls. Saratoga County Soroptimist club will award $500 cash grant for charity of recipient’s choice. Nomination forms available from Deborah Coons, 727-7609 or SISaratogaAwards@gmail.com, www.soroptimistsaratoga.org.Thursday• Chili Challenge Cook-off: Nov. 3, Holiday Inn Express, Latham. Tickets at www.healthykidneys.org or Price Chopper. Proceeds benefit The Northeast Kidney Foundation. www.healthykidneys.org.• Flu Clinic: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, Wilton Senior Center, 18 Traver Road, Gansevoort. Adults only. Reservation required. Tuesday or Thursday only, 587-6363. Cost $4.• Zumba classes: Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Ballston Spa. Zumba, 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays beginning Nov. 3; Zumba Toning, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays beginning Nov. 5; Zumba Gold, 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays beginning Nov. 1. Pre-register at 899-4411.Friday• Country Craft Fair luncheon: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, Longfellows Restaurant, Route 9P, Saratoga Springs. Cost $13. There will be a speaker, plus sale of decorations, crafts and baked goods. Bring hand-crafted goods to event. Register to Ellie, 584-3779 or Anita, 583-4043 by Nov 4. Hosted by Saratoga Christian Women’s Club.• Ballston Spa High School Troupe show: “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4 and 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Ballston Spa High School. Cost $10 adults, $5 seniors and students. Bring pet food or toy for SPCA and Saratoga County Animal Shelter.• Fall Back Five Trail Race: 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Saratoga Spa State Park, starting in the mall. Cost $20 by Nov. 4, $25 day of race. Free Kids’ Fun Run. Register at www.active.com or Park Administration building.• Merry Mohican’s Square and Round Dance: “Food Pantry Party,” 7:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, Queensbury Senior Center, Corner of Bay and Haviland Roads. Mainstream and Plus. 747-5942 or 361-4403.Saturday• Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Bayberry Drive, Malta. Applications accepted for crafters and artisans of handmade items to juried, indoor show. Booth fee $60. 899-4411 or www.malta-town.org for application.• Ornament-making class: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Museum Glassworks, Washington Street, Ballston Spa. Cost $125. Register at nbm@crisny.org or National Bottle Museum, 885-7589.• Creek Cleanup and Food Fest: 9 a.m. clean-up, 12:30 p.m. food fest Nov. 5 and Nov. 12, Kelley Park, Ralph St., Ballston Spa. Rain date Nov. 19. Wear gloves and sturdy shoes. Sponsors, Friends of Kayaderosseras.• Harvest Buffet: 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake. First come, first served. Cost $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 ages 5 to 12. www.xcsavior.org.• Apostolic Fellowship Service: 11 a.m. rally service and 2:30 p.m. fellowship service Saturday, Nov. 5, Free Spriti Fellowship, 1425 West High St., Ballston Spa. newjerusalemlive@gmail.com.• New ski/snowboard movie fundraiser: “…Like There’s No Tomorrow” will be shown 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Maple Avenue Middle School, 515 Maple Ave. Cost $12. Tickets at Alpine Sport Shop, 399 Clinton St. or from Ski Team members. Proceeds benefit Saratoga Springs High School Alpine Ski Team and Vermont Hurricane Irene relief. 584-6290 or www.alpinesportshop.com.• Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr. Free admission. Sponsored by Malta Department of Parks and Recreation. 899-4411.• Donny Elvis Show: 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. show Saturday, Nov. 5, Knights of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Raffle and 50/50 drawing. Cost $15 at door. Proceeds benefit Guardian House, a Ballston Spa shelter for homeless women veterans. Event sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas.• Black Velvet Art Party: 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Nov. 5, Roaring Brook Ranch, Route 9N South, Lake George. Silent auction of black velvet art, art and attire awards, u-paint and live music. Cost $20 by Nov. 2 or $25 at door. 668-2616.• Spaghetti Dinner: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Wilton Volunteer Fire Department, 270 Ballard Road. Cash donations accepted. Proceeds benefit family of fellow volunteer firefighter being deployed to the Middle East.• Two Fall Baby Festivals: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Crandall Library, 251 Glen St., Glens Falls, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Free event for new and expectant parents. Bridget Epiphanie, 796-4558 or Lisa Cartier, 307-9810.• Ballston Spa indoor Farmers’ Market: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 5, Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 West High St. Future markets will be Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 17, April 7 and May 5. 885-2772 or www.ballston.org.• Special Olympics Bowling Regional Games: noon registration, 1 p.m. opening ceremony, Saturday, Nov. 5, Spare Time Bowling Alley, 166 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls. Volunteers needed. www.specialolympicsny.org.• Washington DeMolay Chapter breakfast benefit: 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Saratoga Springs Masonic Hall, 687 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Cost $8 adults, $4 children. Bill Williams, 309-4931.Sunday• Bingo and NYC trips: Bingo/Casino at Foxwood, Nov. 20; Bingo/Casino at Turning Stone, Nov. 26 and 30; Radio City Music Hall, Nov. 20 and 30 and Dec. 10 and 14. Ticket deadline two weeks prior. Proceeds benefit People to People Student Ambassador fundraiser. Sherri, 793-7479.• Recall Grange memories: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville. Hosted by Old Saratoga Historical Association, 584-4129.• Old Style Country Dance and buffet: 1:30 to 2 p.m. meeting, 3 p.m. buffet, 2 to 6 p.m. dance Sunday, Nov. 6, American Legion, Clancy St., Schuylerville. Bring a dish to share. Cost $5 adults, $2 ages 6 to 17 years. Hosted by Country Round and Square Dance Association. Floyd, 747-6687 or Sandy, 638-9008.• Breakfast Buffet: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Cost $7 adults, $6 seniors and military, $5 ages 5 to 12, $8 takeouts.• Free Bridal Show: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, National Museum of Dance, 99 S Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Jo, 584-2225, ext. 3003.• Mechanicville-Stillwater Elks Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at the Lodge, Park Ave., Mechanicville. Snack bar, silent auction, used books and bake sale. Free entry.• Basketball Hoop Shoot: 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, Ballston Area Community Center, 20 Malta Ave. Ballston Spa. Sponsored by Ballston Spa Elks Lodge No. 2619. Open to boys and girls ages 8 to13. Proof of age required. 288-3231.Monday, Nov. 7• American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 meeting: 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa.• Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers meet: noon Monday, Nov. 7, Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. Open to retired educators who taught in and/or live in Saratoga County. Reserve at 587-5356.• ITAM Ladies Auxiliary meeting: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, Grand Ave. Election of officers and old photos of past members or functions wanted.• “How to See Live Theater” lecture: 12:40 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, SUNY Adirondack Campus Theater, Queensbury. Free event. 743-2200, ext. 2485.• Mayor’s Advisory Committee on Senior Issues meeting: noon Monday, Nov. 7, Adult and Senior Citizen’s Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs. Project is to formulate safety/emergency preparedness plan for city’s senior citizens. 366-8582 or mmzlotnick@aol.com.Friday, Nov. 11• “Taylor’s Heroes” rock n roll celebration: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. Birthday tribute to local veteran David Taylor Miller, who lost his life in Afghanistan. Event will promote children’s fitness and nutrition with live music, auction, food and activities. Cost $50 advance, $60 at door, $25 ages 25 and younger. Proceeds benefit UPH and children who need fitness and nutrition education. Suzanne, 894-1658 or www.TaylorsHeroes.com.Saturday, Nov. 12• Greenwich Lodge Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, B.P.O.E. Auxiliary of Greenwich Elks Lodge, Bulson Road. Crafters needed. Cost $25 per space. Donna Blair, 692-2347 or Amber, 587-8224.Tuesday, Nov. 15• Free Rabies Clinics: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa. Cats (in carrier) 7 to 8 p.m.; dogs (on leash): 8 to 9 p.m.; ferrets (in carrier) 7 to 9 p.m. One-year vaccination certificates issued, or three-year if previous certificate is produced. Animal shelter, 885-4113.Sunday, Nov. 27• Flea market: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Ladies Auxiliary’s indoor market, 1 Elks Lane, off Route 9 Maple Ave., Saratoga. Cost $15 for 8-foot table space. Linda, 289-5470, or Debbie, 885-6506.Ongoing Listings• Feline adoption: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday, Pet-Smart, 3033 Route 50, Wilton. Capital District Humane Association for the Love of Animals holds kitten, cat adoption clinics.• Elks Lodge Bingo: 7 p.m. Mondays, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Doors open at 4 p.m. 584-2585.• Freedom Boxes for troops: List of donation items at www.capitalregion2bsm.org. Drop off locations are Roohan Realty, 579 Broadway; Elks Lodge, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs; Wheats and Sweets, 88 Front St. and First Niagara Bank, Route 50, Ballston Spa; Business Products, 1763 Route 9, Clifton Park; Halfmoon Town Hall; and Met Life, 2648 Route 9, Malta.• Take Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) meeting: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. weigh-in every Thursday, 7 p.m. meeting, Wesley Health Care Center, Day Activity Room, 133 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. Barbara, 859-2058.• Food Addicts support group: Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) weekly meetings in two locations. Thursday meetings7 p.m., Pine Grove Methodist Church, 1580 Central Ave., Colonie. Saturday meetings 9 a.m., Evergreen Commons, 1070 Luther Road, East Greenbush. www.foodaddicts.org.• Kitten/cat adoption clinics: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 3 p.m. Sundays, at PetSmart, Clifton Park. Whisker’s Animal Benevolent League needs homes for rescued cats and kittens. All animals spayed/ neutered and shots up-to-date. Adoption fee $50. Foster homes also needed. admin@ewhiskers. com or www.ewhiskers.com.• Craving Companionship program: The Craving Companionship program offers advice for family caregivers to encourage companionship and easy, healthy meals to assist seniors who live alone. Programs details are found at www.mealsandcompanionship.com.• Community Paper Recycling Program: Middle Grove Church, 429 Middle Grove Road. Acceptable items include newspaper, phone books, catalogs, magazines, paperbacks, cardboard, junk mail, construction paper, brown paper bags and shredded paper (in a plastic bag).• Galway Co-op offers fuel discount: Galway Co-op members can now offer discounts on propane and No. 2 fuel oil to Warren, Washington and Essex counties, bringing the total to nine counties covered. 882-5445 or www.Galwayco-op.com.• Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market moves indoors: 9 a.m. to noon beginning Oct. 1, Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St. Future markets will be Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 17, April 7 and May 5. 885-2772 or www.ballston.org.• Toys for Tots donations needed: now through Dec. 15, Community Emergency Corps of Ballston Spa, 78 Thompson St. New, unwrapped toys accepted. Program sponsored by U.S. Marine Corps. Ray Otten, CEC, 885-1478.• Empty Stocking Project: Saratoga County Children’s Committee is looking for people and organizations to sponsor a child or teen by purchasing holiday gifts and necessities from the child’s “wish list.” Kathy Kelly, 399-6629 or 448-5120. Cash donations also accepted. Send to The Saratoga County Children’s Committee, P.O. Box 1254, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.• Galway Public Library October programs: Variety of free programs for children, teens and adults. Library located at 5264 Sacandaga Road. For full schedule, go to www.galwaypubliclibrary.org. Call 882-6385.• Library board of trustees meet: 6:30 p.m. second Tuesday of each month, Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Open to the public. 695-6641.• Macular Degeneration Support Group: meets 10 to 11:30 a.m. on second Tuesday of the month from Aug. to May, Shenendehowa Adult Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. 383-1343 or www.shenacc.org.• Saratoga Debtors Anonymous weekly meetings: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, United Methodist Church, corner of 5th and Henning Roads, Saratoga Springs NY. saratogadebtbusters123@gmail.com or www.debtorsanonymous.org.• Knit and Craft Club: 7 p.m., Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St. Group meets on third Tuesday of each month. All crafters welcome and encouraged to bring projects to work on. Amanda, 695-3993 or afiandaca@sals.edu afiandaca@sals.edu.• Crafters meet: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Simpson UMC, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls. Drop in any time. Bring a lunch, light refreshments provided. Laura Miller, 885-5286 or lauraviolet@nycap.rr.com lauraviolet@nycap.rr.com.• Saratoga County EOC needs volunteers: New volunteers always needed for Economic Opportunity Council Inc. programs. Contact Saratoga County EOC, 587-3158.• Gavin Park fall activities: Pickleball, 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through April, drop-in registration, $3 per visit; Parent/Tot Open Gym, 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Nov. 2 through April 22, $15 resident for five uses, $25 non-resident for five uses; After-School Program, five installments of $370; Gorilla Soccer, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Sundays, Nov. 6 to Dec. 18, for ages 4 to 6; Gorilla Basketball, 9 to 10 a.m. Sundays, Oct. 16 to Nov. 20, for ages 4 to 6. Call 584-9455.• Clothing Thrift Shop and Food Pantry: Ballston Spa United Methodist Church, 101 Milton Ave. Upper Room Clothing Thrift Shop open 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, $2 fill-a-bag. Food Pantry open 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. The food pantry can be visited once each month. 885-6886 or 885-7223.• Volunteers needed at NYS Military Museum: Help needed includes Veteran and historical organizations across the state to promote the Museum, to provide displays, and to continue adding to our collections; volunteer staffing needed at Museum, various hours and responsibilities, 2 immediate positions. Friends of the NYS Military Museum, 226-0490.• Greenwich Elks pizza night: Pizza night every Friday at the Greenwich Elks Lodge, Route 40 South at Bulson Road, Greenwich. Eat in or take out. Orders may be placed ahead. 692-2061.• Meditation classes: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 19 to Dec. 14 (no class Nov. 23), 19 Maple Ave., second floor, Saratoga Springs. Buddhist teachings. Drop in. Cost $10 adults, $5 seniors and students. www.kadampanewyork.org or (845) 856-9000.• Jewelry Makers’ Group to meet: 7 to 8:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Future meetings Oct. 31, Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19. 584-7860.
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