July, 22 – July, 28 2016

Friday, July 22 Skidmore Chamber Music Institute: Final student performance with Decoda Zankel Music Center, Ladd Concert Hall, Skidmore Campus, 5 p.m. For more information call (518) 580-5546. Saturday, July 23 Flower Show Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Spring and Broad St., Schuylerville, 1 – 5 p.m. The Schuylerville Garden Club will present its annual National Garden Club Standard Flower Show entitled “Prose, Poetry and Posies”. There will be Floral Design, Horticulture and Photograph divisions. The floral and horticulture divisions will be judged by trained judges. The photos will be judged by the people attending the show. All divisions reflect a “Book Titles” theme. Sunday, July 24 hours are noon-4 p.m. The show will also include plant, glove and bake sales, prizes from a benefit table, youth and special exhibits and a “Floral Design” Demonstration on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. by Tim Healey, floral designer who will use designs to portray popular story book titles. Admission and refreshments are free. For more information, go to www.schuylervillegardenclub.org. Sunday, July 24 Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman One Big Roof, Center for Mindful Practices, 538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Health & Wellness Building, Saratoga Springs, 9-10:15 a.m. Weekly meditation followed by short discussion. All contemplative traditions honored. By donation. For more information call (413)992-7012 or visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com. Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation summer Stroll: Post Time Meet on the SE Corner of Nelson & Union Avenue, 10:30 a.m. Explore the Saratoga Race Course area along Union Avenue with Georgia Horner. The stroll begins at 10:30 a.m. and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Tour features the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing, Oklahoma Track, and the Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. Tickets are $5 for Members and $8 for Non-members. The tour is sponsored by Druthers Brewing Company. Premiere Summer Sponsor is Stewart’s Shops. For more information, visit www.saratogapreservation.org. Monday, July 25 Paint and Sip Tea Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry St., Schuylerville, 6 p.m. Cynthia Mahoney and the Schuylerville Library presents our first Paint and Sip. Adults are welcome to spend a few hours painting, while sipping tea (hot or iced – the Library will have both). Please note, space is very limited and registration is online at http://schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu/. For more information call (518) 695-6641. Developing a Consistent Spiritual Practice Workshop Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, 6:30 p.m. Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is hosting a workshop on Developing a Consistent Spiritual Practice.Do you find it hard to fit in your spiritual life? Is your spiritual practice inconsistent? Come learn some tools and strategies for broadening and strengthening your spiritual practice so that you can lead a richer life. Suggested donation: $20. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 366-9918. Tuesday, July 26 Get Your Glam On MacFadden Administration Building, Blue Streaks Blvd., Saratoga Springs, 6 – 9 p.m. Learn about makeup application, skin types, do’s and don’ts. Bring your own skin care and makeup products. Registration $11, materials fee $5. Register online at district website, community continuing education. For questions call (518) 583-4782 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Saratoga Friends Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. New Saratoga Friends is a social group for baby boomers who are new to the Saratoga area and are interested in making new friends to socialize with. We also welcome folks who are not new to the area but want to make new friends. This is NOT a dating or “singles” group! Couples and singles are welcome and there is no membership fee. Group members plan social activities based on their interests. For more info or questions contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or join our New Saratoga Friends Meetup group (also free; go to www.Meetup.com). Film - Modern Ruin: A World’s Fair Pavilion Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, in partnership with Universal Preservation Hall, invite you to join us for the free screening of “Modern Ruin: A World’s Fair Pavilion” by Matthew Silva and Aquarela Pictures. The film tells the story of the pavilion, its varied uses, years of neglect, and growing advocacy to save this landmark. Doors open at 6:30. A panel discussion to follow film. Premiere Summer Sponsor: Stewart’s Shops. For more information, visit www.saratogapreservation.org. Gospel Tent Meeting Free Spirit Fellowship, 1425 W. High St., Ballston Spa. 7 p.m. Join us as we experience the blessings of God through music and The Word. For questions or more information call (518) 885-3149. Horses, History and Handicapping Longfellows Conference Center, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Thorofan and presented by The Academy for Lifelong Learning, a special 4-week summer program. This week’s program features Matt Muzikar - a jockey agent. Open to the Public. Admission includes assorted cookies, soft drinks, milk and water. General Public Admission: $55 for all 4 sessions or $15 per session at the door, Academy or ThoroFan Member Admission: $50 for 4 sessions or $15 at the door. Registration is required for 4-session package by July 19. For more information or to become a member ($60), contact the Academy office This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (518) 587-2100 x2415. Seating is limited. Wednesday, July 27 Volkswalk for Fun, Fitness and Friendship Start Point: Saratoga Tec-Smart Walk, HVCC Tec-smart Parking Lot 345 Hermes Rd., Malta, 9 a.m. & 6 p.m. Register 30 minutes before start. A volkswalk is a leisurely walk (typically 10k or 6.2 miles. A 3 mile route is also offered) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. Information is available at www.ava.org or www.walkescv.org. Cancer Support Group Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs. Noon – 1 p.m. A cancer diagnosis can be shocking and traumatic, and survivorship requires many skills to navigate the journey towards well-being. The cancer support group, regardless of the type of cancer one faces, is a safe container to explore common physical, financial, emotional, cognitive, developmental, familial and spiritual issues. Pierre Zimmerman, who facilitates this group, has been working with people who have cancer for the last 12 years, leading support groups, mindfulness based stress reduction programs and spiritual retreats. Pierre is a survivor of stage 4 cancer, diagnosed in 2001 and given a few months to live. He has been dedicating a large part of his life since then to supporting people on their journeys with cancer. Call Pierre at (413) 992-7012 to register and confirm, as schedule may be subject to change. Free and open to all. Meatloaf & Liver / Onions Dinner Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30-6:30 pm Donation Requested: Adults $12, Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $11, Children 5—12 $8, Under 5 Free, Takeouts $12. Cash Bar Available. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information. Bicycle Tour Saratoga National Historic Park, Route 4 and State Route 32, Stillwater, 6 – 8 p.m. A free, ranger guided 5 mile bike tourof Saratoga Battlefield. Scenic views of the historic grounds, knowledgeable staff and volunteer guides with unique stories of the park. Meet in the parking lot. In case of inclement weather, bike tour will be cancelled. Bring your bike, water, and insect repellent. Helmets required. For more information about these or other events at Saratoga National Historical Park, call the Visitor Center at (518) 670-2985. Saratoga Blues & Jam Night– Open Mic Night Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs, Signup 7 p.m., Opening Set 7:30 p.m. Sonny Speed, NYS Blues Hall of Fame inductee, will be hosting the evening for SABS. Featuring: Juan Becerra - Juan has progressed to master a blend of finger-style blues seasoned with jazz chords and a warm, smoky vocal tone.Monthly event on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Come on down to listen and or play the Blues! Admission is only $5. One of Saratoga best musical values. Contact (only if necessary): Phil Drum This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Thursday, July 28 New York City Ballet Musicians & Friends Dee Sarno Theater, Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, Noon Orchestra Ensemble (Elaine Chelton, piano; Ron Wasserman, bass; Derek Ratzenboeck, violin; Luellen Abdoo, violin; Eugene Moye, cello; Harrison Hollinsworth, bassoon; Leah Hollingsworth, viola; Robert Harvey, saxophone) performing works of Rossini, Beethoven, Shostakovich, Wasserman. Suggested donation $7. For more information, visit www.saratoga-arts.org. Free Concert in the Park Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, 6 – 8 p.m. The concert series is free to the public. This week’s concert features, Emily Teller (Acoustic/Singer songwriter). For more information, visit www.ballston.org.