January, 27th – February, 2nd 2017

Friday, January 27 Fish Fry Fridays Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 4:30 – 7 p.m. Fish Fry Friday will continue each Friday of the month. Menu: fried fish, fried clams, fried chicken tenders, popcorn shrimp, buffalo shrimp, and clam chowder by the bowl or by the quart. Eat in at our club house or to call ahead for take-out 518-695-3917. Everyone is welcome. Fish Fry Friday Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd. Saratoga Springs, 5 – 7 p.m. The menu includes fried or baked fish, coleslaw, French fries and dessert. Cost is $10 adults, $9 veterans, seniors, and children under 12. Take-out available. For more information, call 518-584-8547. Jane Klonsky - Unconditional: Older Dogs, Deeper Love Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Join us for an evening with author & photographer Jane Klonsky, and her dog Charlie, as Klonsky shares her beautiful book, “Unconditional.” This captivating collection of photographs and anecdotes is a one-of-a-kind celebration of people’s special bond with, and love for, their senior dogs. For more information, visit www.northshire.com. Saturday, January 28 22nd Annual Frost Faire Saratoga National Historical Park, 648 Route 32, Stillwater 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. If there’s snow, be sure to bring your snow tube or plastic sled so you can check out the brand new sledding area behind the visitor center. If there’s no snow, you’ll still be able to enjoy the following activities: Horse-drawn wagon rides to Tour Stop 1 and back, a noontime nature walk and scavenger hunt, see winter soldiers fire their muskets, bonfire and hot cocoa, crafts, games, dancing, and music inside the visitor center. Admission is free. 6th Annual Chili Bowl Fundraiser Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Area clay artists are busy making 1000 bowls for this popular annual event. You’ll be able to vote for “Best Chili” and support the efforts of your favorite chef. Choose a hand-crafted bowl, fill it up with delicious chili, and then keep the bowl when you’re finished. A portion of the proceeds benefit To Life! Register for a time slot at www.saratogaclayarts.org. Sunday, January 29 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. Movie: 13TH Saratoga Unitarian Universalist Church, 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 3 – 5 p.m. “13th” is a documentary about the 13th Amendment to the Constitution and its effect on America and the African American community specifically. Filmmaker Ava DuVernay explores the history of racial inequality in the United States, focusing on the fact that the nation’s prisons are disproportionately filled with African-Americans. Free and open to the public. Monday, January 30 Red Oak Ridge Hike Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Rd, Gansevoort, 1 – 3 p.m. Though challenging this hike is about 2.5 miles round trip. You will be climbing about half way up the mountain range and walking through some special places our educator will point out as well as stop to enjoy. Please bring water on this hike. Registration is necessary with 24 hours advanced notice 518-793-0511. Tuesday, January 31 Woodpecker Walk Saratoga Spa State Park, 11 a.m. Woodpeckers of all shapes and sizes inhabit Saratoga Spa State Park. Take a walk with the park naturalist to find evidence of woodpecker activity and learn all about these fascinating creatures! All ages welcome. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Fee is $3 per person or $5 per family. Please call 518-584-2000 Ext. 116 to register. Wednesday, February 1 Old Saratoga Seniors Meeting Schuylerville Town Hall, 12 Spring St, Schuylerville, Noon This meeting will be a casserole luncheon. New members are welcome. For more information, call Pat 518-331-2978. Poetry Reading Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, Sign ups 7 p.m. Caffè Lena will present poetry readings by Carol H Jewell and Allison Paster-Torres. An open reading will follow. Readings will start at 7:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5. For more information, call 518- 583-0022, www.caffelena.org. Thursday, February 2 Korean War Veteran’s Meeting VFW Home, Veteran’s Way, Saratoga Springs, 1:30 p.m. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all welcome to attend. For further information or an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Roger Calkins at 518-584-3037. A Green Gathering Harvey’s Restaurant and Bar, 14 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 5 – 7 p.m. Green Drinks: A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. Cash bar available (non-alcoholic drinks and food may also be purchased). Visit www.greendrinks.org/NY/Saratoga%20Springs for more information. Opening Reception 2017 Juried Skidmore Student Exhibition Schick Art Gallery, Saisselin Art Building, Skidmore College, 5:30 – 7 p.m. The Schick Art Gallery launches the spring semester with the 2017 Juried Skidmore Student Exhibition, a celebration of the imagination and skill of Skidmore College art students, which runs from Feb. 2 through March 5. For more information, please visit the gallery website at www.skidmore.edu/schick. Saratoga Torch Club Dinner and Presentation Holiday Inn, Saratoga Springs, Call for time Michael Holland, M.D., will present on the topic Drinking Water Issues. Dr. Holland has Board Certifications in Medical Toxicology, Emergency Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Addiction Medicine and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine. He is Medical Toxicologist for the Upstate New York Poison Center, and, is Director of Occupational Medicine at Glens Falls Hospital. Reservations required. Please contact Gerald Stulc at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (cell phone) 270-584-4555 for additional information and reservations.