Friday, March 11
Fish Fry Fridays
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
Menu: fried fish, fried clams, fried chicken tenders, popcorn shrimp or buffalo shrimp. Also clam chowder by the bowl or by the quart. Beverages: soda, water, coffee or beer. Eat in at our club house or call ahead for take-out (518) 695-3917. Everyone is welcome.
Yaddo Presents: Works in Progress - Anthony Grooms in Conversation
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Spring, 7:30 p.m.
We are thrilled to partner with Yaddo to bring the best in new writing and new ideas to the Capital District. The new speaker series, Yaddo Presents, continues with an evening with Yaddo writer Anthony Grooms, author of Bombingham. Grooms will discuss his current work in progress and his moving first novel, which looks back at the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights era violence in Birmingham. For more information, visit www.northshire.com
Saturday, March 12
Spring Craft Fair
Ballston Area Community Center, 20 Malta Ave., Ballston Spa, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The BACC will be hosting their annual spring Craft Fair, featuring local artist, and crafters. Something for everyone. Admission is free.
Happy Traum: Coming of Age in the Greenwich Village Folk Revival and Woodstock Scene
Saratoga Springs Public Library - H. Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, 2 – 4 p.m.
With colorful anecdotes and incisive memories, and the aid of vintage photos and music clips, Happy Traum relates his adventures as an active member of the New York folk revival. He recounts his friendship with Bob Dylan in Woodstock, as well as his association with Allen Ginsberg, George Harrison, Pete Seeger, Dave Van Ronk and many other notables on the scene. Happy punctuates his remembrances with powerful renditions of songs and guitar solos from the “folk era” and beyond. This free program is presented by Caffe Lena and Saratoga Springs Public Library in cooperation with the Empire State Plaza Performing Arts Center’s New York Living Legacy Project.
Criminal Justice Reform: Motivating and Mobilizing the Faith Community for Restorative Justice
Bethesda Episcopal Church, 26 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, 1 – 4:30 p.m.
The Skidmore College Project on Restorative Justice will present a community forum. The event is free and open to the public. The discussion will explore reforms needed to improve the fairness and effectiveness of the criminal justice system in New York State and the U.S. and the roadblocks facing formerly incarcerated men and women as they attempt to re-enter society. Speakers include Sheila Rule, former New York Times correspondent and co-founder and executive director of the Think Outside the Cell Foundation; Jonathan Gradess, executive director of the New York State Defenders Association; and David Karp, professor of sociology at Skidmore College and director of the college’s Project on Restorative Justice.
Sunday, March 13
Dharma Meditation
One Big Roof, Center for Mindful Practices, located in the Saratoga Health & Wellness Bldg. (across from Maple Ave. Middle School) 9 - 10:15 a.m.
This is a group meeting for meditation followed up by a short discussion. All contemplative traditions are honored. Visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com or call Pierre at (413) 992-7012.
Children’s Auditions for New York City Ballet at SPAC
National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.
The Saratoga Performing Arts Center has announced children’s auditions for New York City Ballet’s July performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at SPAC. Ms. Dena Abergel, New York City Ballet’s Children’s Ballet Master, will conduct the auditions. Having loved his experiences of performing onstage as a child, Balanchine felt it was important that children be given the same opportunity in his own ballets when possible. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one such ballet that features several dozen roles for children. This summer, SPAC honors Balanchine’s legacy with casts of local dance students performing the roles of fairies, butterflies, and pages. For more information and audition forms, visit www.dancemuseum.org and www.spac.org.
Hop Out Hunger Easter Egg Hunt
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa, 1 – 3 p.m.
JCI Saratoga Springs Jaycees are organizing the annual Hop Out Hunger Easter Egg Hunt. Kids up to fifth grade are welcome. Admission is a non-perishable food item. Monetary donations are welcome. Games, prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Special thanks to the Town of Milton and the Village of Ballston Spa for their support of this event. Contact Kim at (518) 528-1787 for questions or www.saratogajaycees.org for more information.
125 Years of Tango: A Walk Through the History of the Dance
National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 3 p.m.
This exhibition, the only one of its kind, presents costumes, music, artifacts and historical details dedicated solely to Argentine Tango. As part of this celebration, join Tango Fusion’s Johnny and Diane for demonstrations and a guided tour of the exhibition. Also try your hand at the dance itself with tango lessons throughout the afternoon. This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss your last chance to view this fantastic exhibition.
Souper Supper
Greenwich Elks Auxiliary BPOE 2223, Corner Bulson Rd. and Route 40, 4 – 6 p.m.
Enjoy bottomless bowls of soup for only $7 per person. Bread, soft drinks and dessert included. Kids age 5 – 10 $3, and under 5 free. Dine in only. No reservations needed, there is plenty of room. For more information, call Amberlyn Deyo at (518) 587-8224.
Café Musica Coffee House
Old Saratoga Reformed Church, corner of Burgoyne and Pearl St., Schuylerville, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Featured will be “This Time Around,” an eclectic Christian folk group; Lydia Martin playing her guitar and singing; a saxophone ensemble, the “Winds of Harmony and completing the lineup, the “Four Stray Cats”, a local folk/rock quartet. Refreshments will be available. No charge for admission, but a free will offering will be taken to support local mission projects. Handicapped accessible. For more information, call (518) 695-3479.
Monday, March 14
Wellness Walk at Camp Saratoga
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Camp Saratoga North, 10 – 11 a.m.
Start working on your New Year’s Resolutions and get out and enjoy the Preserve and Park with others looking to get outdoors. Our wellness walks are meant for both gentle exercise and for enjoying nature. It is good for people of even the most basic fitness level. Meet at Parking Lot #1 on Scout Road where the trail to Camp Saratoga North begins. The walk will be about an hour and will cover about a mile and a half of gently rolling terrain. Preregistration is suggested but not required. The program will not take place in inclement weather. If snowshoes are required they will be available for rental for $3.00 per person or free for members of the Preserve and Park.
Tuesday, March 15
The History of Rowing in Saratoga Springs with Dr. Lorraine Skibo
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 8 p.m.
To complement this year’s Saratoga Reads selection, “The Boys in the Boat,” Dr. Lorraine Skibo will present a history of rowing in Saratoga Springs from the 19th century through the founding of the Saratoga Rowing Association in 1996. While pursuing her medical career in radiology, Dr. Skibo first learned to row in Boston and continues to race and row on Fish Creek. Free and open to the public. No registration required. For more information, visit www.sspl.org.
Wednesday, March 16
Olde Saratoga Seniors Meeting
Schuylerville Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville, Noon
This will be a sandwich luncheon with dessert provided. There will be no entertainment at this meeting. Stay and play bingo afterwards. For more information, call Pat (518) 331-2978.
Thursday, March 17
Senior Nutrition Program: St. Patrick’s Special
Various Locations in Saratoga County, Noon Menu: Corned beef and cabbage, red potatoes, carrots, rye bread and green iced brownie for dessert. A suggested donation of $2 per meal requested. Persons age 60 and over can participate in a meal. This nutritious lunch is served Mondays-Fridays. Reservations are required at least one day in advance by noon. For more information and contact phone numbers of locations, please call Billie Jo at The Office of the Aging, (518) 884-4996.
Bye Bye Birdie
Saratoga Springs High School, Loewenburg Auditorium, 1 Blue Streak Blvd, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Saratoga Springs High School Drama Club will present the fun-loving musical comedy. Ticket prices are: Adults $12, Seniors $7 and Students $7. Check website for details at www.sshsdramaclub.com/ticketinfo.
