Friday, November 6
Chefs en Pointe
National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 6 p.m.
Chefs en Pointe is a benefit for the National Museum’s School of the Arts. Its partners in the event are New York States of Mind LLC and The Chef’s Consortium. Local chefs and bartenders will be showing off and discussing their creations. The food and cocktail pairings will be inspired by New York State purveyed products including fall wildflower honey, maple syrup and Honey Whiskey from Catskill Provisions and spirits from Finger Lakes Distilling. The cost is $100/person. For more information call (518)584-2226, www.dancemuseum.org.
The Matchmaker
Saratoga Springs High School, Loewenberg Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
In this farce by renowned playwright Thornton Wilder, a wealthy merchant in 19th-century Yonkers, Horace Vandergelder, decides to take a wife and employs a matchmaker, Mrs. Dolly Levi to find him the perfect bride. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens, for sale at the door. The Matchmaker will also be showing Saturday evening November 7 at 7:30 p.m. More information can be found at www.sshsdramaclub.com.
Saturday, November 7
Defensive Driving Class
First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
New York State approved. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee $35.00. Bring a friend and fee is $30.00 each. A portion of the fee goes to First Baptist Church. Registration required. Call Ray Frankoski at (518) 286-3788.
When will it Snow
Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Author Bruce Hiscock will read from his book “When will it Snow?” and demonstrate how to draw animals from the book. Kids can make various snow crafts. All ages. No registration required.
Annual Harvest Supper
Old Saratoga Reformed Church, Corner of Pearl and Burgoyne St. Schuylerville, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Menu: baked ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, squash, green beans, Dutch kraut, rolls and butter, homemade apple and pumpkin pies, beverages. Adults is $10, children 5 – 12 is $5. Take-out available. Reservations are recommended (518) 695-6638. Walk-ins welcome.
Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair
Malta Community Center , 1 Bayberry Dr., Malta, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation will be hosting their annual Arts, Crafts and Gift Fair. Over 50 vendors will be on hand for your holiday shopping pleasure. Free admission and free parking. Call the center at (518) 899-4411 for additional information.
Vendor/Craft Show
General Schuyler Rescue Squad, Route 29, Schuylerville, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Please come out and support your local community and rescue squad. Refreshments will be sold.
Sunday, November 8
MonthlyBreakfast
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32, S.of Village of Victory 8 – 11a.m.
Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast ( white or wheat), pancakes ( regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon ), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: adults $7, children $4. Everyone is welcome. We will continue the monthly breakfast on the second Sunday of each month all year. (518) 695-3917.
Service Honoring Veterans
Free Spirit Fellowship, 1425 West High St., Ballston Spa, 10:30 a.m.
Free Spirit Fellowship will be giving honor to all Veterans at the Sunday morning service. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 885-3149.
Dharma Meditation
538 Maple Ave., (Saratoga Health & Wellness Bldg.) Saratoga Springs, 9 – 10:15 a.m.
This is a group meeting for meditation followed up by a short discussion every Sunday morning for a total of about 75 minutes. All contemplative traditions are honored, and we look forward to being in community with you while practicing compassion and wisdom. Cost by donation. For more information, visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com.
Christmas Shopping, Craft & Garage Sale
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Sartaoga Springs, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Admission is free, over 40 vendors, great parking, bargains galore, bakery goods, books, household items, clothing, jewelry, handwork, party vendors, hand-painted items and ornaments, ladies hand-made accessories, knitted baby items, Christmas decorations, antiques, and just about anything you can imagine. We will have pizza and other lunch choices. All proceeds go to our local charities. For more information call Linda (518) 289-5470.
Bridal Show at the National Museum of Dance
National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 1 – 4 p.m.
Caterers, photographers, jewelers, entertainers, bridal shops, and more! The best of the best local vendors will transform the National Museum of Dance into a wedding wonderland for the Museum’s seventh annual bridal show. Over 60 of the best Capital Region vendors who will be ready to help you plan your special day. The bridal show is free and open to the public. Every bride or groom who visits the show will be entered to win free use of the National Museum of Dance as the venue for their big day.
Pizza Party with Children’s Book Authors
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 4 p.m.
A pizza party, book chat & signing with a fun group of children’s book & young adult authors. Visit the website to see what authors will be there, www.northshire.com.
Monday, November 9
Trout Unlimited
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
The Adirondack Chapter of Trout Unlimited will present a program entitled, “Atlantic Salmon Fishing on the Miramichi.” Gary Tanner, the former executive director of the Adirondack Museum of Fly Fishing, will share his vast knowledge of this famous Canadian river. All are welcome. For further information, contact Mark at (518) 893-2228.
Tuesday, November 10
Admissions Open House at Saratoga Independent School
459 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m.
Parents of elementary and preschool-aged children who believe in lifelong learning and independent thinking are invited. This year, Saratoga Independent School’s tuition assistance program was enhanced by an anonymous gift of $24,000 to create “The Founder’s Scholarship.” The intent of the Founder’s Scholarship is to provide a full-tuition scholarship for one primary aged student for four years of their education at Saratoga Independent School. Register online at www.siskids.org or call (518) 583-0841 for more information.
Prose and Poetry Readings
Prestwick Chase, 100 Saratoga Blvd., Saratoga Springs, 2 – 3 p.m.
Writers from The Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs will read original works of prose and poetry. The program is free and open to the public. Authors will be reading works which have been published in the Academy’s literary magazine, The Apple Tree, now available at Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs. Prestwick Chase is fully accessible. Light refreshments will be offered following the program. For more information, call (518) 587-2100 ext. 2415 or go to www.esc.edu/all.
Wednesday, November 11
Veterans Day Ceremony
200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, 11 a.m.
The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association will take part in a Veterans Day Ceremony at the main flag pole. You do not have to be a veteran to attend. All are welcome. The ceremony will take place regardless of weather conditions.
It’s Pickins’ Time
Milton Community Center, located at 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa, 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Get ready for a great evening of music.Admission is free, open to the public, and there is ample free parking. The sessions could use fiddlers, bass players, harmonica, etc. Musicians are invited to play solo, background or join up with a group. Amateur musicians to professionals, members or non- members, young or not-so-young, are invited to come and recapture the joy of playing. Some folks from the audience come up and sing along with the group as well. Please bring finger foods to share.
Thursday, November 12
Interfaith Prayer Meeting
Courtyard of Longfellows’ Restaurant 500 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, 7:15 a.m.
The meeting begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes no later than 8:30 a.m. 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) 450 -1615.
Brown Bag Lunch Series
H. Dutcher Community Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library from noon – 1 p.m.
The subject will be, The Railroads of Saratoga Springs, presented by Gino DiCarlo, author of “Trolleys of the Capital District.” Open and free to the public.
Veterans’ Voices: Beyond Tragedy and Trauma
Gannett Auditorium, Skidmore College, 7 p.m.
A multigenerational collective of actors, directors, and scholars presents a staged reading of Sophocles’ Ajax, the quintessential drama about service, duty, and the price of honor. A town-hall discussion and reception will follow. For more information call (518) 580-5400.
