Friday, November 21
Everything You Need To Know About Health Insurance Enrollment
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Glasby Room, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Adirondack Health Institute’s EASE Department will be hosting a free information session. It will begin with a short presentation on the New York State of Health Marketplace, Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Qualified Health Plans, and the changes to enrolling in health insurance. A Stewart’s gift card will be raffled off at the end of the session. Refreshments will be provided. For more information call (518) 480-0111 ext. 32051.
Story Time with Healthy Living Market
Northshire Bookstore, 422 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 10 a.m. – Noon
Shannon, the Learning Center Coordinator from Healthy Living Market & Cafe will share some favorite picture books for toddlers and preschoolers, then serve a healthy snack. For more information call (518) 682-4200.
Wiggle & Giggle
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This is a special time for younger children to learn what they can do with their bodies through guided free play. Together, caregivers and the museum foster the physical development of children in a social and creative environment. For more information call (518) 584-5540.
Pasta & Meatball Fundraiser Dinner
Principessa Elena Society, 11-13 Oak St., Saratoga Springs, 5 – 7 p.m.
Menu: Italian wedding soup, ziti with sauce, meatballs with sauce, sausage, peppers, onions, salad, bread, butter, dessert, coffee, tea. Seniors $8, Regular $9, Children 5-12 $5, All take-out dinners $10. All are welcome. All proceeds donated to The Saratoga Children’s Museum.
Laser Skin Rejuvenation + Hair Removal Seminar
Spa Cascada 487 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 4 – 7 p.m.
We treat a variety of laser procedures for women and men to help your skin look its very best. These are brief, virtually painless treatments that can overcome signs of aging, sun damage, many different types of blemishes, and can effectively remove unwanted hair. Free. For more information call (518) 583-4850.
Amazing Authors, Brilliant Books: Co-Author Nan Chase on Drink the Harvest
Healthy Living Market and Café, 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8 p.m.
Join us as we welcome Nan Chase, co-author of Drink the Harvest: Making and Preserving Juices, Wines, Meads, Teas and Ciders. Nan is a member of the Garden Writers Association and has tons of ideas for how to turn your garden’s or CSA’s surplus produce into satisfying homemade drinks! Come thirsty for both knowledge and beverages because Nan will be digging deep into the contents of her book, discussing, demonstrating, and sampling a smattering of lovely liquid temptations. Learn how to make some of your favorite store-bought beverages at home for a fraction of the cost, and if you purchase one of her books (available for sale at the store), Nan will be available to sign copies following the lecture. Free, pre-registration is required. (518) 306-4900.
Thanks 4 Giving Condo Crawl
38 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs, 6 – 10 p.m.
This fundraiser will benefit Double H Ranch. Enjoy the fine craftsmanship and beautiful finishings of 10 designer decorated condominiums. Then, head to the parking garage for an evening of fun with live music, light fare, beverages (beer & wine) and dessert. Tickets are $30 per person and $50 per couple. For more information call (518) 696-5921 x228.
3rd Annual Evening of HOPE Gala
Saratoga National Golf Club, 458 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, 6:30 – 10 p.m.
Join other animal lovers at this premier event in support of HOPE (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist). This wonderful evening includes a gourmet dinner, beer and wine, fabulous auction, wine pull, musical entertainment and special guest Steve Caporizzo from WTEN. Proceeds go to HOPE who provides foster care for homeless cats and dogs and a low-cost spay/neuter clinic that benefits over 4,000 local animals annually. To purchase tickets online, please visit HOPE’s website, www.hopeanimalrescue.org. For more information call (518) 428-2994.
Concert:Beatlemore Skidmania
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Ladd Concert Hall, Skidmore College, 8 p.m. and Saturday 2 p.m.
$8 adults, $5 senior citizens, $3 for students and children
For ticket information call (518) 580-5321 or go to www.skidmore.edu/Zankel
Puppet Show: The Three Bears
Arts Building, Lower Level, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.
Presented by Wild Apple Puppetry. Admission is $3 (cash only).
Saturday, November 22
Breakfast with Santa
Clifton Park Center Food Court, Clifton Park, 8 – 10 a.m.
Join us for a free breakfast to welcome Santa’s arrival to the center for the holidays. Registration is required and the event fills up fast, so call 371-SHOP to reserve your spot today.
Jump Start Holiday Shopping
Ballston Area Community Center, Ballston Spa, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join Livilu & Temesa’s Boutique as we host local area vendors and crafters. For more information call (518) 309-3109.
Barnes & Noble Book Fair
Route 50, Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Barnes & Noble is hosting a book fair to benefit the Adirondack Folk School at their Saratoga Springs location. There will be in-store demonstrations by several AFS artisans that day, so come out and visit us on Saturday. A portion of the proceeds from your purchases will benefit AFS, whether in-store that Saturday, November 22, or on-line from November 22 - 27. Please use book fair ID 11322286 for all purchases. For more information call (518) 696-2400.
Christian Brothers Academy 17th Annual Craft Fair
12 Airline Drive, Colonie, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Over 130 quality vendors from around the state will offer handmade treasures including candles, spices, jewelry, baskets, clothing, ceramics, quilted and painted items, woodworking and carved items and more. Win great raffle prizes, enjoy the delicious food and drink at the Crafters Café, and visit the renowned CBA Parents Association’s Bake Sale offering mouthwatering baked goods to take home. Free admission. Holiday shopping made simple and fun. For more information call (518) 452-9809.
Lapland Lake Annual Open House
Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center, 139 Lapland Lake Rd, Northville, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a variety of great deals, prizes, food - all for free. Get into the winter spirit with great ski packages and equipment rentals, all while enjoying a ton of fun activities for the whole family. For more information call (518) 863-4974 or visit www.laplandlake.com.
12th Annual Potato Turkey Festival
The Tang Museum, Skidmore College, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Make holiday centerpieces out of potatoes, pipe-cleaners, feathers, and beads. Create a fantastic bird sculpture to decorate your table. This event is for children ages 5 and up (accompanied by an adult). Please RSVP by noon on Friday November 21 by calling
(518) 580-8080.
Free Yoga in the Atrium
Healthy Living Market and Café, 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Gentle Vinyasa Flow. Join Melissa for a gentle yoga class that’s appropriate for all ages and all experience levels; it’s a very easy and relaxing class, and a great stress reliever. This Yoga class is free, but pre-registration is required. For more information or to register call (518) 306 4900.
Boxwood Tree Craft
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center, 10 a.m. to Noon
Where else can you make Holiday Decor that is perfect for your home and will last all winter? Join some of the members of the Friends of Moreau Lake State Park and learn how to make a boxwood tree. Spaces are limited ($24 per person), please call to register, (518)793-0511. Programs are weather permitting and are subject to change. Please call the park office to confirm event date, time, and location. Participants should be prepared to spend time outside and are encouraged to wear adequate clothing and footwear. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice.
Thanksgiving Nature Craft
Camp Saratoga at Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort, 10:30 a.m.
Who needs a craft store to make crafts? With Thanksgiving fast approaching, join us as we take a nature walk to collect leaves and other natural artifacts to use as we create our own turkeys. Preregistration is required. For more information or to register call (518) 450-0321.
Sunday, November 23
Breakfast Buffet
Son’s of ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs, 8 – 11 a.m.
We have added omelets, made to order. $8 Adults, $7 Senior Citizens, Children Under 5 free. Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting a bake sale. Donations may be dropped off at the post, Saturday night or Sunday morning. All are welcome.
Christmas Shopping Crafts, Garage Sale, Lunch
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs
With the Christmas season in force, there are extra vendors for shopping. Admission is free, over 40 vendors, great parking, bargains galore, bakery goods, books, household items, clothing, jewelry, handwork, party vendors, hand-painted bird feeders and ornaments, all natural soaps, jewelry, ladies handmade accessories, knitted baby items, Christmas decorations and antiques. Fun for the entire family. There will be pizza and other lunch choices available. All proceeds go to local charities. Call Linda at (518) 289-5470 for more information.
Annual Post Star Holiday Parade
Route 9, Starting at Carriage Traders and King Pin Alley, 1 p.m.
The theme of this year’s Post-Star Holiday Parade is “Candyland.” The parade will showcase more than 110 entries which include community groups, bands, floats, marchers and costumed characters who will parade through the Village of South Glens Falls. The event concludes with a special guest, Santa Claus. Parade participants and spectators are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots and a nonperishable food item for the Tri-County United Way “Live United” programs. Toys and nonperishable food will also be collected in the days prior to the parade at any Glens Falls National Bank office.
Artsy Afternoon
Northshire Bookstore, 422 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m.
We will read “A Turkey for Thanksgiving” by Eve Bunting and make a Thanksgiving-inspired collage craft to take home. This program is suitable for children ages 4-14 with adult helper. For more information call (518) 682-4200.
Little Folks Concert: Fiddlefire!
Caffe’ Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 2 – 4 p.m.
This Little Folks Concert is free thanks to generous support from Stewart’s Shops. Reaching more than one million children via numerous TV and radio performances in his native Canada, Parents’ Choice Award Winner Chris McKhool has been hailed as a “Children’s musical star” (National Post) and “Canada’s greatest eco-troubadour for young people” (Mississauga Living Arts Centre). A champion of environmental issues and inter-cultural exchange, Chris uses his fiddle & a collection of rarely seen instruments to lead young audiences on a journey through the rhythms and melodies of all the places he has travelled: the Canadian Arctic, Indonesia, France, England, Cuba, Peru, Guatemala, Costa Rica and the Indian Himalayas. Presented in an interactive style to engage kids, FiddleFire! gets the audience clapping, laughing and singing songs in an energetic and eclectic mixture of world music. For more information call (800) 838-3006.
Monday, November 24
Song Swap with Jeff Walton
Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Local favorite, singer songwriter and performer extraordinaire, Jeff Walton will lead an all- acoustic song swap. Bring your guitar, bring your ukulele, bring your harmonica. Get off your couch and come down and share your music. All abilities and ages are welcome. No registration required.
Fall Overlook Hike
Moreau Lake State Park, Noon – 2 p.m.
This short steep hike has an astonishingly beautiful view looking North West. We will take this hike at a comfortable pace and enjoy everything Mother Nature has to offer. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, (518) 793-0511. Programs are weather permitting and are subject to change. Please call the park office to confirm event date, time and location. Participants should be prepared to spend time outside and are encouraged to wear adequate clothing and footwear. There is a program fee of $2 for adults and children and $1 for seniors.
Tuesday, November 25
Surrender = Freedom Class
2 Imperial Lane, Charlton, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is offering a 4-week class, “Surrender=Freedom.” Answer questions like “What is true freedom?” and “What is surrender?” Explore freedom as it relates to the Law of Attraction, relationships, finances and uncontrollable circumstances. Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., beginning November 25. Cost is $80 for the 4-week series. For registration and/or more information, call (518) 423-3569, www.newthoughtnewyork.org.
Beginning/Intermediate Bridge Class
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 2 – 4 p.m.
Hal Bigelow will lead a bridge class focusing on the basics of bridge every Tuesday afternoon from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. through December 9. The class will also offer intermediate players an opportunity to come and play and hone their skills. Free admission.
Peter Yarrow ‘’Peter, Paul and Mary: 50 Years in Music and Life’’
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Join Peter Yarrow for songs and stories as he presents Peter Paul, and Mary: Fifty Years in Music and Life with a signing to follow. For more information call (518) 682-4200.
After the Fire Monthly Meeting
Eagle Matt Lee Fire House, Washington St., Ballston Spa, 7 p.m.
Anyone interested in learning how you can help your neighbors in need may attend. After The Fire is a non-profit organization comprised entirely of much-needed volunteers that helps Saratoga County residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided gift cards, personal care items, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, informational material, Red Cross referral, emotional support, etc. For more information leave a message at (518) 435-4571 or visit www.afterthefire.org.
Wednesday, November 26
Free Cab Ride Home Program
Downtown Saratoga Springs, 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Courtesy of Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP. Party-goers, bar-attendees and other celebrators simply need to call 1-800-LAW-1010 (800-529-1010) between 10 p.m. on Wednesday and 2 a.m. on Thursday for a free taxi home, free of charge. Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP® has been offering free cab rides home on major holidays to any individuals who have been drinking and want to avoid the dangers of drunk driving. To date, tens of thousands of free rides have been provided and communities just like yours have been spared from tragedy.
Thursday, November 27
The 13th Annual Christopher Dailey Turkey Trot
Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 a.m.
5K run/walk, presented by The Christopher Dailey Foundation, a non-profit, Saratoga Springs based, charitable organization supporting youth sports in our community. There is no day registration but you still register online until November 25 by 12 noon at www.zippyReg.com or in person Wed, Nov 26, 4 to 8 p.m. at The Saratoga Hilton. The race is timed by ARE Event productions using the ChronoTrack B-tag. Medals to top 3 Male / Female overall. For more information visit www.christopherdaileyfoundation.com.
21st Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner
Union Fire House, 319 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa, 12 – 3 p.m.
Come and join your community, family and friends at the 21st Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner. Dinner is served from 12-3 p.m., take home meals are available. Sponsored by the community, for the community. There is no cost and all are welcome.
