Friday, November 13
Open House
Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 2 – 6 p.m.
Come to the open house, independent and enriched senior living apartments. For more information or directions please call (518) 691-1560.
Comedic Fundraiser for After the Fire
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 8 p.m.
“The Not Too Far From Home Comedy Tour.” Aaron David Ward, Frank Gentile and Steve VanZandt will provide the laughs at this fundraiser for After the Fire. For advance tickets at $15, contact After the Fire member Maureen Smith at (518) 581-1823, or tickets will be available at the door for $20.
Saturday, November 14
Picture Book Day
Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Schuylerville, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November is National Picture Book Month. Miss Brittany will have three separate story times featuring some of her favorite books and some new additions to the Library, each story time will be followed by a craft. Going all day will be a self-guided Story Walk with Splat the Cat. This program is free and open to the public. For more information call (518) 695-6641.
Annual Church Garage and Bake Sale
Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. No early birds admitted. Indoor, rain or shine. All proceeds benefit church youth group activities. Something for everyone: Antique, vintage, gently used, new. Furniture, linens, housewares, books, CDs, toys, much more. No clothing. Plus, home-made cakes, pies and cookies. Bring a box to fill! Everything half price 2-3 p.m.
1st Annual Holiday Art Fair
National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
More than 40 artisans showing one-of-a-kind works in fine arts and fine crafts will be featured. Sunday hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. In the spirit of giving, we will be collecting donations and food items for the local food pantry at the door. For information, visit Gordonfinearts.org or call (518) 852-6478.
Eleventh Annual Harvest Buffet
Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake 4 – 6 p.m.
The menu includes: Cream of Broccoli soup or Borscht, Coke beef roast, chicken mole’, kielbasa and sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage, green beans almandine, salad, dessert and beverage. Donation: Adults $10, Children ages 5 – 12, $6. Under 5 is free. Take-out available.
Big Bake Sale to Help Children in Haiti
St. Mary’s School, 40 Thompson St, Ballston Spa, 4 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday after the masses at St. Mary’s Church. Saturday’s mass is at 4 p.m. and Sunday masses are 8:30 a.m.,10:30 a.m. and noon. Raffle tables will be available. For more information call Doris Smith (518) 882-9226.
Tabletop Game Night
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 5 p.m.
Meet game designer Hassan Lopez, designer of Clockwork Wars and learn about his new game, and play the game with fellow attendees. For more information on this and other events, visit www.northshire.com.
Love146 Benefit Concert
Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Love146 is an international human rights organization working to end child trafficking and exploitation through survivor care and prevention. A group of local women have joined together to share their talents in celebration of love and support for children locally and globally through Love146. Kathleen Bowman will be performing classical cello pieces, accompanied by dancer, Christin Williams. They will be joined by poet, Barbara Ungar and Love 146’s creative director, Merilyn Murray. All proceeds go directly to benefit Love146, a registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Entertainment and refreshments have all been donated by the artists and supporters. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. For more information about the event, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For ticket information, visit https://donate.love146.org/saratoga-springs/events/saratoga-springs-event/e60489.
Sunday, November 15
Breakfast Buffet in Honor of Our Veterans
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Donation Requested: Adults $8, Seniors, $7. Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) Free, Children 5—12 $6, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $8. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.
Dharma Meditation
538 Maple Ave. (Saratoga Health and Wellness Bldg.), Saratoga Springs, 9 – 10:15 a.m.
This is a group meeting for meditation followed up by a short discussion. Cost by donation. For more information, visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com.
The Petite Retreat – Venture into Modern Parenting
Longfellows, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This is really unique in that moms and dads can venture into modern parenting through this intimate opportunity to interact with national and local baby experts. Parents can brush up on health tips, attend workshops, speak with birth experts, participate in demo classes, enjoy a cravings bar, learn about modern baby products and go home with some valuable swag. Trail passes: www.ThePetiteRetreatExperience.com.
Monday, November 16
Parkinson’s Support Group
Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m.
This meeting is open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, family members and friends. For more information, call Joyce Garlock at (518) 885-6427 or Marilyn Merry at (518) 798-8947.
Tuesday, November 17
Dr. Roger Landry Lunch and Learn on Aging Successfully
Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs is hosting “Empowering Adults to Take Control of Their Own Aging” Lunch and Learn. Admission is $35 ($30 for Academy members) and includes lunch. Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga, the event will feature two, 45 minute presentations: “Never Act Your Age” and “Change: What’s the Big Deal?” with a served lunch in between and a book signing at the conclusion. For registration information and form, go to www.esc.edu/media/esc-foundation/all/Dr-Landry-11-17-15-Flyer.pdf or call the Academy office at (518) 587-2100 x2145.
Wednesday, November 18
Turkey Dinner
Saratoga – Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
$10 Adults, $9 Seniors and Military Active or Retired (ID required), $6 Children 5-12, Children under 5 are free. $10 all take-outs. Cash bar available. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Raising Dough to benefit The Wesley Foundation
The West Side Sports Bar and Grill, 112 Congress Street, Saratoga Springs, 5 – 8 p.m.
The West Side Sports Bar and Grill will donate 20 percent of food, beverage and takeout sales to The Wesley Foundation to support the renovations of The Springs Building on The Wesley Community Campus in Saratoga Springs. The Wesley Community serves more than 700 seniors and those with long-term care needs. A raffle for a $50 West Side Gift Certificate and a Silent Auction also will be part of the fun.
Wild Birds through the Seasons
Christine L. McDonald Community Room, Crandall Library, Glens Falls, 7 p.m.
Dr. Gordon Ellmers will present “Wild Birds through the Seasons” as part of the monthly program of the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society. Free to the public. The program is organized by season and shows a variety of bird species that breed in upstate New York as well as those that migrate through. Gordon Ellmers, a resident of Fort Edward, is a practicing veterinarian. He is an amateur wildlife photographer specializing in wild birds in their natural habitat. For more information, visit www.southernadirondackaudubon.org.
Thursday, November 19
Annual Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade
Historic Downtown Greenwich, 6:30 p.m.
Join in the fun at the 3rd Annual Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade. These tractors are sure to catch your eye as each one must have a minimum of 1,000 lights! And each tractor with a float/trailer must have a minimum of 2,000 lights. They will truly be a sight to see.
