Calendar 2.7 - 2.13

Friday, February 7 Exhibit: The Women Who Work Here Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa, 5 p.m. The Exhibit Focuses on women in Saratoga County history, highlighting the creations of the museum’s female staff and volunteers. The museum will host an opening reception from 5–7 p.m., free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please visit www.brooksidemuseum.org or call (518) 885-4000. Potluck and Movie Night 2 Imperial Lane, Charlton, 5:15 p.m. New Thought New York Center for Spiritual Living is hosting a potluck and movie night featuring the film, “People v. The State of Illusion.” For more information visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 423-3569. Literary Event: Dept. of Speculation by Jenny Offill Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. A reading, discussion and signing with rising literary star Jenny Offill, author of Dept. of Speculation. For more information call (518) 682-4200 or www.northshire.com. Saturday, February 8 GI Joe Day–Celebrating 50 Years of an American Icon New York State Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. To celebrate GI Joe’s 50th anniversary, GI Joe enthusiasts will display their collections throughout the day. For more information call (518) 581-5100. Camp Saratoga 8k Snowshoe Race Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Road, Gansevoort, 10:30 a.m. Camp Saratoga is a qualifier for the United States National Snowshoe Championship. This is part of the 2014 Dion Snowshoe Series. For more information or to register, please contact Laura or Jeff Clark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., call (518) 581-7550 or visit http://www.saratogastryders.org/local-races/upcoming-races/ Pilates Benefits the Film Forum Reform Pilates, 18 Division Street, suite 203, 10 a.m. Appropriate for all levels of experience, including beginners. There is no charge for the class, but 100 percent of donations accepted at the door will benefit the Saratoga Film Forum. Wear comfortable clothing and socks, bring a yoga mat, if possible, and arrive 15 minutes prior to class. For more information, call (518) 871-1315, or visit reformyourbody.com. Annual Sweetheart Dance Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs, 6 p.m.–Midnight This year’s Valentine raffles will benefit the new CODE BLUE shelter initiative. DJ Dave from Dancin’ Time Entertainment will be our evenings’ enjoyment. Cocktail hour (with a specialty drink surprise) is 6–7 p.m., dinner 7–9 p.m. and lots of dancing from 9–midnight. $30 per person. Seating is limited. For more information call Penny at (518) 587-7597. Literary Event: Debut Novel ‘The Visionist’ by Rachel Urquhart Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Rachel Urquhart's work has been published in The New Yorker, Tin House, Elle, the New York Times, Vogue, and Spy, among other publications, and she is the author of three Chic Simple lifestyle books. For more information call (518) 682-4200 or www.northshire.com. Film: The Last Detail Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m. Rated R. For more information on this film and other films showing this week visit www.saratogafilmforum.org. Sunday, February 9 Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club Monthly Breakfast Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 8–11 a.m. The breakfasts will continue on the second Sunday of each month all year. Cost: Adult $6; Child $3. Kids Afternoon Out Saratoga Central Catholic, 247 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 1–4 p.m. Hosted by the Saratoga Central Catholic Athletic Booster Club. Open to children aged 6-13 includes age appropriate activities such as open gym, board games, movie with popcorn, Valentine’s Day crafts. Athletic booster club parents will be there to supervise while the Saints student-athletes will interact with the kids through play, crafts, and games. The cost is $10 per child (which includes drink and snack). Monday, February 10 Pre-School Lego Club Round Lake Library, Malta Branch, 11 a.m. Kids ages 3–5 come and build Legos, Duplo and regular size. Parents are asked to please stay with the kids for the duration of the program. For more information call (518) 899-2285. Tuesday, February 11 22 Caliber Rifle Competition The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 7 p.m. Will continue rifle competition Tuesday February 18 and 25. Everyone is welcome. Bring your own 22 caliber rifle and ammunition. For additional information contact: Tim at (518) 728-7098. Wednesday, February 12 Academy for Lifelong Learning (A.L.L.) Storytellers SUNY Empire State College room 126 (the Rotunda), 2 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, noon to 1 p.m. Free and open to the public - presenter Betty Cassidy: Live and Learn. Program canceled if Saratoga Springs Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather. www.esc.edu/all, (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415. Scooter Board Racing Schuylerville Youth Center, Fort Hardy Park, 3:30–8:30 p.m. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 3:30–8:30 p.m. Most Saturdays from 5:30–8:30 p.m. there will be five styles of Scooter Board Races complete with prize ribbons. Bring a buddy as some racing requires teams of two. For more information please visit us www.facebook.com/greaterschuylervilleyouthprogram. Roast Beef and Chicken Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30–7 p.m. Donation Requested: Adults $10; Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $9; Children 5–12 $6; Under 5 Free; Takeouts $10; Cash Bar Available. For more information call (518) 584-2585. Saratoga Relay for Life Social Maple Avenue Fire House, 613 Maple Ave., Route 9, Saratoga Springs, 6 p.m. BBQ dinner and dessert. The “Give Cancer the Boot” program will include information on participating in the Saratoga Relay for Life to be held June 7-8 at the East Side Recreation Field. There will also be information on to participate in and raise donations to give to the American Cancer Society. RSVP to Nicole at (518) 857-0161 or Sheila at (518) 365-2164. More information is available at ww.relayforlife.org/saratogaspringsny. Thursday, February 13 The Longfellows Interfaith Prayer Meeting Courtyard of Longfellows Restaurant 500 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, 7:30 a.m. The Guest Spiritual Leader/Speaker will discuss the “Power of Prayer.” Sign-in and continental breakfast begins at 7:15 a.m. There are no charges or donations. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 587-9104. Cancer Support Group One Big Roof, 58 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, Noon Pierre Zimmerman has been working with people who have cancer for the last 12 years, leading support groups, mindfulness based stress reduction programs and spiritual retreats.. Donations welcome. RSVP to Pierre at (518) 450-162. For other events at One Big Roof visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com. Annual Ham Dinner Stillwater United Presbyterian Church, 747 Hudson Ave., Stillwater, 5–6:30 p.m. Cost: $10 for Adults, $5 for Children 5-10 years of age, Under 5 years Free. To reserve tickets, call 664-7984 or purchase at door. Take-outs available. Handicapped accessible. Church is located across from the Post Office. Performance and Poetry with Ensemble ACJW Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. The musicians of The Academy— a program of Carnegie Hall, The Julliard School, and the Weil Music Institute will join forces with Skidmore musicians and poets for an evening of accompanied verse. This event is sponsored by Skidmore College. www.Northshire.com.