JANUARY 1 - WILTON MALL BOAT SHOW. After a two-year hiatus from exhibitions due to COVID, the Wilton Mall will host a boat show in 2023. Show dates from January 14 to 22.
LOCAL MAGIC MEETINGS: The Society of American Magicians' local group, Assembly No. 24, meets regularly on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm at SW Pitts Hose Co. Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham. We invite everyone aged 16 and over who is interested in the magical arts: performance, history, collecting or just fun to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization or to contact a local magician, please visit www.sam24.synthasite.com.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Saratoga County Aging and Youth Services is looking for volunteers to transport seniors to and from medical appointments. The province provides volunteers with cars, gasoline, timetables and directions. Opportunities for volunteer drivers are available now. This important program is part of the Retired Volunteer Program (RSVP), which helps recruit volunteers aged 55 and over to participate in many of Saratoga County's activities. Volunteering as a manager of the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth is a great opportunity for retirees who want to contribute to their community. To volunteer, individuals must submit documents, including references, to the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Affairs. Volunteers must have a valid driver's license. All volunteers are trained and instructed. Volunteers can call the Department of Aging and Youth Affairs at 518-884-4100 for more information.
SOUTH SARATAGA ART SOCIETY: Artists and members of the South Saratoga Arts Society will exhibit at two locations in January and February 2023. In the gallery of the Clifton Park Seniors Community Center, 6 Clifton Commons Ct. (tel: 518-383-134) will feature "Two Waltzes" and works by Valerie Woodward and Valerie Wolfe. Using an eclectic mix of artwork, these unique artists use vibrant colors in landscapes, still lifes, sculptural paints, from realism to abstract collage, acrylics, watercolors, pencil and watercolor pencil. The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street (tel: 518-664-4646) is home to artist Barbara Hurley, who has been painting for most of her life. She paints in acrylics, oils and watercolors and has taken numerous courses with various artists. His exhibition includes oil portraits and some recent acrylic work. Hurley will donate all proceeds from the sale of Round Lake Methodist Church. For more information about SSAS, please visit our website: Southernsaratogaartist.com or visit our Facebook page.
DEALER ACADEMY: Start the new year with a new career at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady. If you are looking for an interesting, practical and fast-paced career, the table game dealer job at Rivers Casino may be for you. Rivers Casino currently has over 20 new table game dealers. The next $5,000 Rivers Casino Free Dealer Academy starts on Monday, January 2nd at the Rivers Casino Training Center at 220 Harborside Drive, Suite #201, Schenectady. Classes are held for six weeks from Monday to Friday from 11:00 to 15:00. A second class may be added depending on the number of students. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Interested Dealer Academy participants are encouraged to apply online today at https://www.riverscasino.com/schenectady/careers/dealer-school. The program welcomes fun, energetic and self-confident participants of all skill levels - from beginners who are not familiar with board games to more experienced ones. The Rivers Casino Dealer Academy teaches students about a variety of popular games, from blackjack and other new table games. Upon passing the final exam and earning a gaming license in New York State, participants will be offered a part-time or full-time position as a Table Game Dealer at Rivers Casino. Rivers Casino offers table game dealers hourly rates and tips in excess of $25 an hour, as well as paid vacations, medical/dental/ophthalmology plans, a 401(k) plan with enterprise customization, tuition reimbursement, and more. offers a generous benefit package including free pickup from a local CDTA Blue Line station. Applicants must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
YOUTH CHOIR REHEARSAL: The Capital District Youth Choir, which is 40 years old, is holding auditions for the spring semester. Auditions will take place on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 11:00 and 12:00. CDYC offers singers in grades 4 through 12 the opportunity to perform with altered and unaltered voices, adult college and community orchestras and choirs in the New York State metropolitan area. This group of talented singers meet weekly and perform annually with the Grammy-winning Albany Symphony in The Magic of Christmas. They also performed in England, Canada and seven states on the East Coast. The singers rehearse in St. Petersburg on Saturdays from 9:30 to 12:00. Kateri Community Center on Rosa Road in Schenectady. The group is divided into 4 ensembles: Choristers (grades 4-6), Junior Chamber Choir (grades 6-8), Senior Chamber Choir (grades 9-12) and Modified Voices (grades 8-12). Samples are available at cdyc.org or the CDYC Facebook page. Please contact Lisa Cuban, CDYC Parent Coordinator, to schedule an audition at parentcoordinator@cdyc.org.
ENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY: Rondout Electric, Inc. Recruitment of three electrical apprentices between January 3-17, 2023. Applications may be requested and submitted at Rondout Electric, Inc., 225 Upper North Road, Highland, NY 12528, beginning at 9:00 am. . at 16:00 from Monday to Friday during recruitment (except January 16, 2023). All applications must be received no later than January 17, 2023. For more information, please contact Rondout Electric, Inc. Contact phone (845) 471-4810. For more help finding a job, contact your local New York State Department of Labor Career Center at dol.ny.gov/career-centers.
COUNTY CHANCE: Capital District, JAC Bandits Local 241 will hire 10 Apprentice Bandits from January 3, 2023 to December 26, 2023. Applications can be picked up and submitted every Tuesday morning at Local Union #241, 890 Third Street, Albany, NY. at 12:00 pm, excluding public holidays at the time of hire. For more information, please contact JAC Capital District Bandits, Local Union #241 at (518) 489-3919. For more help finding a job, contact your local New York State Department of Labor Career Center at dol.ny.gov/career-centers.
FISH FRY FRIDAYS: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club Friday Night Fish Fry will return in 2023. Fish Fry Fridays starts January 13th and ends April 7th. We serve on site or pick up from 16:00 to 19:00. The menu ranges from fried fish to chicken nuggets with French fries, coleslaw and soup. The club is located at 123 Route 32 in Victory Mills. We welcome everyone. Call 518-695-3917 for more information.
MOTHER'S FAIR: Do you have a troubled teenager? Find peace and support from other mothers. What is said in the circle will remain in the circle. Email us for more information: TheCircleOfMothers@gmail.com.
STRESS REDUCTION COURSE: Join the Saratoga Stress Reduction Program, an eight-week mindfulness-based meditation and stress reduction course starting January 21st at Caffe Lena. Saturday morning classes from 8:00 to 9:30. Run from January 21 to March 18, it includes both regular and formal mindfulness meditation techniques, including body scanning, gentle yoga, and sitting and walking meditation. (Saturday, February 25) Our trusted teachers have been teaching locally, nationally and internationally for over 10 years. We have taught over 100 classes in Saratoga with over 3,000 alumni and are very excited and grateful to have Caffe Lena as our home. Saratoga Stress Reduction Program classes are held at Caffe Lena, 47 Phila Street. Pre-registration required. Class sizes are limited and we accept many insurances. For more information or to register, call our offices at 581-3180 ext. 300 or 307. You can also visit www.saratogastressreduction.com.
TROY GLOW: Troy Glow, the dazzling new Winter Glow Festival hosted by the Capital Region Arts Center, opens on the evening of December 4th, continuing the holiday season in downtown Troy. Featuring a series of contemporary light art installations across six rooms, this state-of-the-art lighting will illuminate the city and encourage people to stroll between the installations, stopping along the way to shop and eat. Visit TroyGlow.com/news for more information.
SARATOGA CITY CALENDAR AVAILABLE: 2023 Saratoga City Calendars featuring photos of days spent in and around Schuylerville and Victory are now on sale. The pages of the calendar are littered with some 150 historical goodies. The images show shops on Broad Street in Schuylerville in 1950, third-graders in Victory Mills in 1940, Visitation Church pastor Dr. C. Gough and Dr. Turns on Borwright in Schuylerville, a beach pool from Evergreen Farm to Victory Mills, and six other photographs . from the past city. Calendars can be purchased for $5 at Schuylerville at Byron Market, Saratoga Apple, Schuylerville Public Library, Schuylerville Village Clerk's Office and Town Clerk's Office or Old Saratoga Mercantile and Old Saratoga Home and Garden on Highway 29 and behind Pat Peck. The Old Saratoga Historical Society has compiled the Saratoga City Calendar for 38 years. Call Pat Peck, 584-4129, to arrange calendar delivery and send photos for the 2024 calendar.
VETERAN NIGHT: Lucy's Bar at 5 Caroline Street in Saratoga Springs, the start of the Veterans Night series. All proceeds from Tuesday night, starting at 5:00 pm, will go to Operation at Ease, a local non-profit organization that brings together dogs from deserving veterans and first responder shelters. For more information about Operation at Ease and its programs, visit www.operationatease.org.
LET'S TALK ABOUT HISTORY: Let's talk history now meet on Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Ye Deli, 7 East Street in Fort Edward. John Weber of the Fort Edward Historical Association invites you to a lively conversation about history with friendly people. The Fort Edward Historical Association is a 501 C3 non-profit organization.
BINGO: Knights of Columbus #246 holds bingo every Wednesday night at KOC Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Doors open at 4:30 pm, kitchen windows (by catholic girls) open at 5:30 pm, the game sale starts at 6:00 pm, and the first game starts at 7:00 pm. A $1,500 guaranteed cash prize is up for grabs every week. Join us for an evening and support our community activities.
VACANCIES: The North Atlantic Carpenter Training Foundation (formerly known as the New England Carpenter Apprenticeship Foundation and the Northeast Carpenter Apprenticeship Foundation) is hiring two carpenters (Piletic Driver, Dockrentic Driver) from June 7, 2022 to June 6, 2023 J' accepted. This is reported by the New York State Department of Labor. Applications are submitted online at https://www.nectf.org/ during the recruitment period. Applicants who do not have Internet access can visit the local library or the nearest New York City Department of Labor Career Center (dol.ny.gov/career-centers). Interested candidates must attend the information session in person before applying online. In-person information sessions are held at 6:00 pm on the first Monday of each month, excluding public holidays, at NASCTF, 16 Corporate Circle, Albany NY 12203. If the first Monday falls on a public holiday, the information session will take place on the second Monday of that month at 6:00 pm . Please note that seats are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis. At the end of the information session, you will receive a security code with which you can complete the online application. If you need help completing your online application, please contact the NASCTF between 9:00 AM and 9:00 AM at (518) 438-0901. and 15:00 from Monday to Friday. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the application process, each applicant must wear an appropriate face covering and maintain proper social distancing while queuing inside and outside the building and while completing the application. for study. Applicants should contact the North Atlantic Carpentry Education Foundation at (518) 438-0901 for more information. For additional job search assistance, contact your local New York State Department of Labor Job Center.
CALL FOR OPPORTUNITY: The North Atlantic Carpentry Training Foundation (formerly known as the New England Carpentry Apprenticeship Foundation and the Northeast Carpentry Apprenticeship Foundation) is canceling five linoleum, carpene and resilient training courses between June 6, 2022 and June 5, 2023. reported by the New York State Department of Labor. Applications are available online during recruitment at the North Atlantic Carpentry Training Foundation (NASCTF) website (https://www.nasctf.org/). Applicants who do not have Internet access can visit the local library or the nearest New York City Department of Labor Career Center (dol.ny.gov/career-centers). Interested candidates must attend the information session in person before applying online. Applications are also possible during information events. Personal briefings are held on the first Monday of each month, excluding public holidays, at 6:00 pm at Recruiting in Albany - 16 Corporate Cir, Albany, NY 12203. If the first Monday falls on a public holiday, the information briefing will take place on the first Monday of that month on the second Monday at 6:00 pm (4:00 pm in Jamestown). Please note that seats are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. At the end of the information session, you will receive a security code with which you can complete the online application. If you need help completing your online application, please contact the NASCTF listed above Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Contact the NASCTF at (585) 436-1110 for additional locations and in-person applications if needed. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the application process, each applicant must wear an appropriate face covering and maintain proper social distancing while queuing inside and outside the building and while completing the application. for study. All applications must be received no later than 12:00 June 5, 2023. For more information, please contact the North Atlantic Carpentry Training Foundation at (585) 437-1110.
CHOIR LOOKING FOR PIANISTS AND SINGERS: Ballston Area Elderly Choir is looking for a pianist to help us with rehearsals and concerts. We meet on Mondays from 10:00 to 11:00. at the Milton Community Center at 310 Northline Road in Ballston Spa. We are also looking for new members who love to read. Please come visit us. If you are interested and for more information, please call Alison Bodle at 518-288-3565.
THERAPY DOGS ARE READY TO GO: Therapy Dog Alliance teams are ready for action in the Capital Region. Certified therapy dogs can be used in schools, colleges, libraries, nursing homes, hospitals, airports, and special events. ATD teams can also help first responders, police, military and veterans manage injuries. All ATD dogs meet health and vaccination standards. For more information about tour arrangements, please contact Chris Bourgeois of Ballston Lake at (518) 331-5781 or chrisbee4154@gmail.com. Bourgeois is also a Paws coordinator for the Red Cross, who specializes in providing therapy dogs for military operations and relocation, PTSD veterans, military family support groups, and event and military disaster therapy.
DISTRICT OPPORTUNITIES: Northeast Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) for Boilers, Local 5, District 197, will be hiring Apprentice Boiler Maker (Construction) from August 2, 2022 to July 6, 2023. Applications are available from Boilermakers Northeast JATC, Local Union #5, Zone #197, 75 South Dove Street, Albany, NY, beginning at 9:00 am on the first Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm, excluding holidays. For more information, visit the Boilermakers Northeast JATC website at www.neaac.net. For more information please contact JATC Boilermakers Northeast, Local Union #5, Zone #197 at (518) 438-0718. Additional job search assistance is available at the NYS Department of Labor Career Center (see dol.ny.gov/career-centers).
TEEN BASEBALL PROGRAMS: Come home and participate in the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department's baseball programs. Children aged 3-3 are welcome. Для детей в возрасте от 3 до 5 лет Junior T-Ball охватывает основы подбрасывания, подбрасывания, отбивания мяча и базового бега. Jr. Sluggers для классов K-3 предназначен для тех, кто имеет некоторый опыт игры в бейсбол или футбол, и основан на основах бейсбола. Перейдите на сайт www.SaratogaRec.com и щелкните Программы, Tiny T-Ball/Jr. Sluggers за всеми подробностями и регистрацией. С вопросами обращайтесь в Департамент отдыха по телефону (518) 587-3550 x2300 или по электронной почте recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.
КАТАНИЕ НА ОТКРЫТОМ ВОЗДУХЕ: Присоединяйтесь к нам на катке в Саратога-Спрингс! Каток Саратога-Спрингс на Вейбелл-авеню, 30 в настоящее время предлагает Open Figure, Open Adult (17+ и 55+) Hockey, Family Skate (родители и дети до 13 лет), Open Public, Family Stick (родители и дети до 13 лет). и сеансы Open Stick. Для взрослых (17+ и 55+) для хоккейных игр, семейного лакросса и открытых игр по лакроссу требуется муниципальная или немуниципальная рекреационная карта. Карта City Drop In Rec необходима для получения городской скидки на семейные скейт-сессии и открытые публичные сессии. Посетите www.SaratogaRec.com и нажмите на коньки, чтобы увидеть расписание, информацию и подписаться на карту Drop-In-Rec внутри или за городом. С вопросами обращайтесь в Департамент отдыха по телефону (518) 587-3550 x2300 или по электронной почте recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.
ПРЕДСТОЯЩИЕ ЗАНЯТИЯ В ЦЕНТРЕ ОТДЫХА: Прогулка в Центре отдыха Саратога-Спрингс. Центр отдыха Саратога-Спрингс, расположенный на Вандербильт-авеню, 15, в настоящее время предлагает открытый баскетбол для взрослых (18+), открытый тренажерный зал и занятия пиклболом.
Для участия требуется муниципальная или немуниципальная карта отдыха. Посетите веб-сайт www.SaratogaRec.com и щелкните Баскетбол, чтобы просмотреть расписание, информацию и зарегистрироваться для получения карточки вашего города или прямой регистрации. С вопросами обращайтесь в Департамент отдыха по телефону (518) 587-3550 x2300 или по электронной почте recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.
РАКЕТБОЛ: Аренда ракетбола в Центре отдыха Саратога-Спрингс
Зарезервировать время слушаний можно через Community Pass. Плата составляет 5 долларов США для жителей города с утвержденной учетной записью Community Pass и 8 долларов США для остальных. Бронирование и оплата указаны за человека в час. Участники регистрируются для получения карты записи до прибытия. Участники должны иметь ракетку, мячи для ракетки и соответствующую обувь. Посетите веб-сайт www.SaratogaRec.com и нажмите «Программы», «Сессии Rec Center», чтобы получить дополнительную информацию и зарезервировать место. С вопросами обращайтесь в Департамент отдыха по телефону (518) 587-3550 x2300 или по электронной почте recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.
ЖИВИТЕ СБАЛАНСИРОВАННОЙ ЖИЗНЬЮ: СОЗДАВАЙТЕ ЖИЗНЬ, КОТОРУЮ ВЫ КОНТРОЛИРУЕТЕ ЗАНЯТИЕ: 9 Вторник, 22 марта, 18:30-20:00 Этот 9-недельный практический духовный курс учит, как создать баланс в девяти различных сферах жизни, чтобы вы могли это сделать. в желаемом возрасте. Практикуя, читая, медитируя, молясь и обсуждая, участники узнают о силе сосредотачиваться на проявлении, изобилии, любви, здоровье и мире, среди прочего. Этот курс основан на книге Уэйна Дайера «Быть в равновесии: 9 принципов создания привычек, соответствующих вашим желаниям». Предоставляется бесплатная рабочая тетрадь; Студенты должны сдать свои учебники. Предлагаемое пожертвование: 20 долларов за урок. Для получения дополнительной информации посетите нашу группу «Духовные приключения Олбани-Саратога» на сайте meetup.com, позвоните по телефону (518) 366-9918 или посетите сайт www.newthoughtnewyork.org.
ИГРОВАЯ ПРОГРАММА E-SPORTS: Публичная библиотека Голуэя, 2112 East St Galway объявляет о новой серии программ. E-Sport Gaming проходит каждую 3-ю субботу с 11:00 до 01:00. Эта программа, разработанная взрослыми для студенческого возраста, стала возможной благодаря гранту SALS Seed Challenge. Желающие должны зарегистрироваться по телефону: 518-882-6385. Для получения дополнительной информации о программах посетите сайт www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.
ПРОГРАММА РИСОВАНИЯ КОМАНДЫ РОБОТОВ: Публичная библиотека Голуэя, 2112 East St Galway объявляет о новой серии программ. Build a Real Robot as a Team Member — это серия из семи занятий, которые проходят каждую четвертую субботу с 11:00 до 14:00. Эта программа, разработанная взрослыми для студенческого возраста, стала возможной благодаря гранту SALS Seed Challenge. Эта программа, разработанная взрослыми для студенческого возраста, стала возможной благодаря гранту SALS Seed Challenge. Желающие должны зарегистрироваться по телефону: 518-882-6385. Для получения дополнительной информации о программах посетите сайт www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.
ОНЛАЙН-ГРУППА ПОДДЕРЖКИ ДИАБЕТА: Корнельское кооперативное расширение округа Саратога организует неофициальную группу поддержки для людей с диабетом или преддиабетом через Zoom. Программа собирается каждую первую пятницу месяца. Плата за группу самопомощи не взимается. Темы различаются и могут основываться на групповых интересах. Для получения дополнительной информации свяжитесь с Дайан Уиттен по телефону 518-885-8995 или по электронной почте dwhitten@cornell.edu. Предварительная регистрация на эту встречу: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrcumprTgsHdTnnFQhaAk3DmT35kxzTfzR. После регистрации вы получите электронное письмо с подтверждением и информацией о том, как присоединиться к встрече.
ТРЕБУЮТСЯ ДОБРОВОЛЬЦЫ: Исторический центр округа Саратога ищет полных энтузиазма, энергичных и профессиональных людей, которые присоединятся к нашей команде на различных волонтерских должностях. У нас есть ряд вакансий, включая помощников по дизайну и размещению, исследователей, помощников по архивам и помощников по производству видео. Посетите https://tinyurl.com/2us7xu8f/ для помощи.
ОКРУГ IRONMAN: Объединенный комитет по обучению и обучению кузнецов, местный № 12, наберет пять (иностранных) учеников кузнеца с 4 февраля 2022 года по 6 января 2023 года. Обратите внимание, что пять мест, перечисленных для студентов, представляют собой общее количество для четырех регионов набора - Столичный округ, Долина могавков, Северный и Южный регионы. Номинации могут быть собраны и представлены только лично по адресу Local # 12, 17 Hemlock Street, Latham, NY, начиная с 8:30. каждую первую пятницу месяца в 10:00, кроме праздничных дней. Для получения дополнительной информации заявители должны связаться с Forgerons #12 по телефону (518) 435-0470. Дополнительную помощь в поиске работы можно получить в Центре карьеры местного Департамента труда штата Нью-Йорк (см. dol.ny.gov/career-centers).
ЗАСЕДАНИЕ ГОРОДСКОГО СОВЕТА САРАТОГА-СПРИНГС: Регулярные заседания городского совета Саратога-Спрингс проводятся в 19:00 в первый и третий вторник каждого месяца. Заседания городского совета в настоящее время проходят в Зале музыки мэрии. Сессии открыты для публики, и доступ к веб-сайту предоставляется в порядке живой очереди. См. Повестку дня общественных слушаний. Ворота у бродвейского входа в здание откроются для публики в 18:30. Совет регулярно пересматривает правила проведения публичных собраний и обеспечивает соблюдение этих правил на всех заседаниях Совета, включая период общественного обсуждения, в интересах всех граждан. Повестка дня доступна до встречи. Журнал доступен после утверждения. Встречи также будут транслироваться в прямом эфире на городском веб-сайте www.saratoga-springs.org, где можно получить дополнительную информацию.
Зимние пальто: Shelters of Saratoga сотрудничает с Fingerpaint, чтобы сделать зимние пальто доступными для всех нуждающихся этой зимой. Третье ежегодное зимнее пальто Take One, Leave One было создано, чтобы обеспечить простой способ сделать теплое пальто доступным для всех, кто в нем нуждается. Гардероб расположен перед зданием Fingerpaint Building на Бродвее, 395 в центре Саратога-Спрингс. Прихожанам, желающим сделать пожертвование, предлагается аккуратно развесить на стенде бывшие в употреблении или новые пальто, которые будут доступны в течение всей зимы.
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Открыт с понедельника по четверг с 10:00 до 20:00, с пятницы по субботу с 10:00 до 15:00. Телефон: (518) 664-6255. Сайт: Stillwater.sals.edu.
ЧАС ПРИРОДЫ ДЛЯ ДОКЛАДОВ: Каждый понедельник месяца в заповеднике и парке дикой природы Уилтон в лагере Саратога проводится Час природы для детей дошкольного возраста. Эта ежемесячная программа предназначена для детей в возрасте от 3 до 6 лет. Sadə ekoloji anlayışları öyrətmək üçün uşaqların təbiətə sevgisindən istifadə edilir. Йер махдуддур. Qeydiyyatdan keçmək üçün wiltonpreserve.org vebsitemıza daxil olun və онлайн qeydiyyat formasına daxil olmaq üçün «İctimai Proqramlar» sekmesine klikləyin. Əlavə məlumat üçün Preserve & Park ofisi ilə 518-450-0321 və ya info@wiltonpreserve.org elektron poçtu ilə əlaqə saxlayın. Yenilənmiş cığır şərtləri və ya proqram haqqında məlumat üçün, lütfən, Preserve & Park-in wiltonpreserve.org saytındakı veb sitena daxil olun. Заповедник и парк Уилтон
İNTİHARDAN QURĞANLARA DƏSTƏK QRUPU: «İntihardan Xilas Olanlarla Birlikdə» Aylıq Dəstək Qrupu hər ayın ikinci çərşənbə axşamı toplanır. Qrup, yaxınlarını intihar edərək itirmiş və itirdikləri tarixdən təxminən 18-24 в keçmiş insanların ehtiyaclarını qarşılamaq üçün qurulmuşdur. Bu yaxınlarda yas tutan biri üçün nəzərdə tutulmayıb. Fasilitatorlar AFSP-nin (Intiharın Qarşısının Alınması üzrə America Fondu — AFSP.org) «Intiharın Başına Dəstək Krupunun asanlaşdırılması» təlimində iştirak etmiş hɟrırırı. Heç bir ödəniş yoxdur, lakin biz insanları bölüşmək üçün bir ləzzət və ya başqasına şəfa səyahətində kömək edəcək kitab gətirməyə təşviq kitan kreditmabıdıdıdik ki, onu. Əlavə məlumat üçün David Grapka-ya Furtheralongsos@gmail.com ünvanına e-poçt göndərin. AFSP haqqında daha ətraflı məlumat üçün AFSP.org site daxil olun və ya Sandra Goldmeer Sandra Goldmeer, Paytaxt Regionunun Nyu-York bölgəsinin direktoru ilə sgoldmeer@afsp.org vənəsaxya 518.791.1544 ilęsax
DOĞUM SONRASI DEPRESSİYA DƏSTƏK QRUPU: Albany Med-in Ümumi Pediatriya Bölməsi, uşaq doğulduqdan sonra emosional olaraq mübarizə aparan analar və atalar üçün həftəlik Doğuşdan Sonra Depressiyaya Dəstevhisa Qrupu Grupa son bir ildə uşaq dünyaya gətirmiş analar və əlavə dəstəyi olmayan bir yaşınadək uşağı olan atalar iştirak edə bilər. Körpələr xoş gəlmisiniz. Öncədən qeydiyyat tələb olunmur. Ətraflı məlumat və ya Zoom dəvəti haqqında məlumat almaq üçün Selina Qrant ilə (518) 262-6221 və ya grants3@amc.edu ilə əlaqə saxlayın.
KONQRESS PARK TURLARI: Saratoqanın məşhur Konqres Parkına canlı bələdçili turlar yenidən başladı. Turlar çərşənbə axşamından şənbə gününə qədər hər gün saat 1030-da davam edəcək. təklif olunacaq və təcrübəli bələdçilər tərəfindən idarə olunacaq - onlardan bir neçəsi 10 ildən artıqdır ki, turlar təşkil edir. 90 dəqiqəlik gəzinti zamanı qonaqlar şəhərin yaranması və 1792-ci ilə aid olan parkın hekayələrini eşidəcəklər. Onlar həmçinin ərazidə yaşayan yerli amerikalılar, Frederik Lov Olmstedin parkı necə tərtib etdiyi və Saratoqanın Gideon Putnam, Dr. John Clark, John Morrissey və Lucy Skidmore. Turları onlayn olaraq www.walkingsaratoga.com saytından və ya 518-832-3796 nömrəsinə zəng etməklə və ya walkingsaratoga@gmail.com elektron poçt ünvanından sifariş etmək olar. Qiymət bir nəfər üçün 20 dollardır və 12 yaşdan kiçik uşaqlar pulsuzdur. Onlar bütün ailə üçün uyğundur.
QAN SÜRÜCÜ: Sizin qan donorluğunuz cəmiyyətimizin sağlamlığını qorumaq üçün vacibdir. İştirakçıların onlayn qeydiyyatdan keçə biləcəyi ərazidə Amerika Qırmızı Xaçının qarşıdan gələn qanvermə aksiyalarının tam siyahısı üçün www.redcrossblood.org saytına daxil olun.
FISH CREEK ROD AND GUN CLUB ÜZVLÜĞÜ: Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club hazırda yeni üzvləri qəbul edir. Əgər siz açıq havada gəzməyi sevirsinizsə və ya sadəcə atış etməyi (tapança, tüfəng, ov tüfəngi, yay) sevirsinizsə, biz sizin üçün buradayıq. Başqalarının ətrafında olmaqdan və xidmət göstərməkdən zövq alırsınızsa, biz sizin üçün buradayıq (Aylıq Səhər yeməyi, At Nalı Liqası, Clam Steam, Fish Fry). Üzvlərimiz üçün mülkümüzdə düşərgə yerləri təklif edirik, elektrik enerjisi verilir. Gəzinti və ya cığır və ya ov üçün 100 hektardan çox mülkümüz var. Fish Creek qərb sərhədimiz boyunca axır və balıq ovu və ya qayıqla gəzinti üçün mövcuddur. Klub evimiz/pavilyonumuz 400 nəfərə qədər yerləşə bilər. Üzv olmaq üçün necə: Siz bizim klub binamıza gəlməli və ərizə götürməlisiniz (burada kiminsə olduğuna əmin olmaq üçün 518-695-3917 nömrəsinə müraciət etməzdən əvvəl zəng edin). Ərizəni doldurmalı və bütün suallara cavab verməlisiniz. Sponsorunuz olmaq üçün yaxşı vəziyyətdə olan cari üzvünüz və ən azı bir il üzv olmalısınız. Wanneer uu aansoek indien, moet u een jaar se ledegeld betaal en die aanvangsfooi, tans $55, is nie terugbetaalbaar nie. Jou aansoek sal by die volgende vergadering aan die lidmaatskap voorgelees word en vir een maand ter tafel gelê word, na een maand sal jy en jou borg die volgende vergadering moet bywoon waaroor die lidmaatskap gestem kan word. Vir vrae of ander inligting kontak: Merk 518-260-9933 indien geen antwoord nie, los asseblief 'n stemboodskap.
BALLSTON AREA SENIOR BURGERS: As jy 55+ 'n inwoner van Saratoga County is wat nuwe vriende wil maak, oorweeg dit om by die Ballston Area Senior Citizens (BASC) aan te sluit. Residents from surrounding communities are welcome to join. Stop in the Milton Community Center any Thursday 10-11:45 am to join. For membership information contact Barb Broderson at 518-885-4229 or e-mail ballston.area.seniors2@gmail.com.
BALLSTON AREA SENIORS MEETINGS: The Ballston Area Seniors meet at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. every Thursday at 10 am to play cards, use the craft and pool rooms or just socialize. Lunch is at noon. The Saratoga County Dept. of Aging & Youth is serving at the center Congregate Meals from noon to 1 pm Monday through Friday. Reservations are required the day before your meal, call 518-884-0163. At lunch the BASC Members may participate in Congregate Meals or bring your own lunch, your choice. We will have pizza every third Thursday of the month. Coffee and hot water for tea will be available.
PICKIN' SESSIONS: Pickin' Sessions will resume on the first Wednesday of each month at the Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Open to the Public, Free Admission and ample free parking. Doors open 6:30 pm, the Jam starts at 7 to 9:30 pm. Open to all musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel and bluegrass. Come and enjoy the music and be part of the audience. For more information contact Jack Broderson at 518-885-4229.
OPERATION HUNGER: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Rotary Club will be collecting nonperishable food items for our current initiative — Operation Hunger. Please join us in helping to alleviate hunger and supporting people in need within our local community. BHBL Rotary Club is providing an "Operation Hunger" collection box at Gil's Garage, 817 Saratoga Rd, Burnt Hills, NY.
OPEN GYM: The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department is offering Open Gym Monday-Friday at the Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue. Participants must register and pre-pay online. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click the blue "Online Registration" button to create an account or to register. Reservations can be made up to 7 days in advance, and closes within one hour of the session start time. For safety and social distancing purposes participation is limited to groups of 10 per court. Fees are $4 for City residents and $5 for Non-City residents. No refunds will be given. No walks in allowed. Participants must wear a mask at all times. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, "Rec Center Drop In Sessions" for complete information. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
SLOW ROLL: A "Slow Roll" is a leisurely bike ride around Saratoga Springs with a group of bike enthusiasts while remaining socially distant and COVID conscious. You will see parts of Saratoga you may not have in a while and enjoy the company of others you love the outdoors and biking! The ride will be guided by Bikeatoga looping through quiet and safe neighborhood streets. The pace will be suitable for families too! The winter "Slow Rolls" will last approximately 1 hour. Remember to dress warmly and wear a mask. Rides are scheduled for the last Sunday of each month for 2021, held in participation with Bikeatoga, Bicycle Benefits, Impressions of Saratoga, Dark Horse Mercantile and Palette. Events start at 1 pm at Palette, 493 Broadway in Saratoga Springs.
HIRING BUS DRIVERS: The Ballston Spa Central School District's Transportation Department has ongoing openings for school bus drivers. The positions are ideal for parents of school-aged children or retired people who are looking for extra income. Positions offer a competitive hourly salary, a steady part-time job with school breaks, holidays, and summers off. Permanent positions offer the possibility of a regular route with health benefits. Drivers need to obtain a permit for a CDL license to begin the training program or possess a Class B license with Air Brake and Passenger Endorsements. No prior experience is necessary. Visit the website for additional information at https://www.bscsd.org/Page/279. Please contact the Ballston Spa CSD Transportation Department at 518-884-7140 to schedule an appointment with a representative today.
HOMEWORK HELP: Stillwater Public Library presents Homework Help Monday — Thursday 3 pm — 5 pm on Discord for grades 6-12. Contact Discord username Michete#6346 for an invite to the server. More information is available online at stillwater.sals.edu.
FARMERS MARKET: The Troy Waterfront Farmers Market (TWFM) is holding its Winter markets from 9 am to 2 pm on Saturdays indoors at the former Lansingburgh Price Chopper, More than 60 vendors will participate. For the previous 18 years, the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market held its winter market downtown in the Troy Atrium, which the organization leased from the owner. This winter will be the first time since its inception that the market will have a presence in Lansingburgh, Troy's northernmost district. In accordance with New York State's current COVID-19 guidelines, the Lansingburgh store will have a capacity of 200 at any one time. After counting the vendors and staff, the space will be able to safely accommodate approx. 120 customers at a time with ample room for social distancing. Customers can arrive any time during market hours. When the market reaches capacity, arriving customers will be asked to wait in line outside the store. Shopping from 9 am to 9:30 am will be prioritized for seniors age 60+ and the immunocompromised. The market will publish the full list of vendors and safety protocols on its website www.troymarket.org.
PARKING GARAGE OPEN: The Saratoga Springs City Center announced the opening of the new City Center Parking Facility. The new facility, located between Maple Avenue and High Rock Avenue, features secure covered parking for more than 620 vehicles along with a pedestrian bridge over Maple Avenue that leads into the City Center, four electric car charging stations, two green spaces and a rooftop area that can be utilized for parking and convention related events. Additionally, the garage has a security guard on premise during evening hours. The City Center Parking Facility offers a pay per park system, through which the first hour of parking is free. Each additional hour is $1, with a maximum of $15 per day. A limited number of yearly parking passes are now available for purchase from the Saratoga Springs City Center. Yearly parking pass holders will receive benefits such as covered parking, electric charging stations, video surveillance and overnight security on site. Parking spaces can be reserved by contacting Lauren Delaney at laurend@saratogacitycenter.org or calling the City Center at (518) 584-0027.
YOUTH BASKETBALL PROGRAM: Shoot for your Goals with the Saratoga Springs Recreation Department Basketball Program. Tiny B'Ball for ages 3-5, Intro to Basketball for Grades K-1 and the Boys and Girls programs for Grades 2-8 are currently accepting registrations. Tiny B'ball is a parent/child activity that introduces participants to the sport of basketball through games and activities. Intro to Basketball introduces basketball fundamentals. Grades 2-8 Basketball builds on fundamentals through individual skills and drills. Fees for Tiny B'Ball are $55 for Saratoga Springs City residents and $65 for Non-City residents. Fees for Intro to Basketball and Grades 2-8 are $60 for Saratoga Springs City residents and $80 for Non-City residents. Participants must wear a mask at all times. Spaces are limited to comply with safety and social distancing guidelines.Volunteer Coaches are needed. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Youth Basketball for additional information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
DROP-IN PICKLEBALL: Drop in Pickleball at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center — Drop in pickleball sessions are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings (excluding holidays) from 9-11am. Fees are $4 for City residents with a verified Community Pass account and $5 for all others. Participation is on a first come, first served basis. For safety and social distancing purposes participation is limited to 50. Participants must create an account and register for a Rec Card prior to coming. Participants must bring a mask, paddle, and appropriate footwear. Participants must wear a mask at all times. Days/times are subject to change. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Rec Center Drop in Sessions for additional information and to set up an account. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
RACQUETBALL RENTALS: Racquetball Rentals at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center — Reservations for court times can be made through Community Pass. Fees are $5 for City residents with a verified Community Pass account and $8 for all others. Reservations and fees are per person/per hour. For safety and social distancing purposes participation is limited to groups of 3. Participants must create an account and register for a Rec Card prior to coming. Participants must bring a mask, racquet, racquetballs, and appropriate footwear. Participants must wear a mask at all times. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Rec Center Drop in Sessions for additional information and to reserve a court. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
YOUTH PEN PAL PROGRAM: Letter writing helps kids learn communication and social skills and may even help them develop their penmanship. Each child who signs up to be a penpal will receive a kit with paper, stamped envelopes, pencils and more. Contact the Stillwater Public Library by phone, email or through the website to sign up. 518.664.6255, STILIB@SALS.EDU, Stillwater.sals.edu.
SINGLES OUTREACH SERVICES: Bringing people together to enjoy a common experience of performances and more in the Capital Region of New York, Capital Region Social Happenings is a registered name of Singles Outreach Services, Inc. and is a New York state non-profit organization. More information about the group and its upcoming events is available online at www.facebook.com/CapitalRegionSocial/.
REALITY CHECK: Reality Check is a youth-led movement in New York State that empowers youth to become leaders in their communities in exposing what they see as the manipulative and deceptive marketing tactics of the tobacco industry. The organization's members produce change in their communities through grassroots mobilization and education. More information about Reality check and how to join the movement can be found online at www.realitycheckofny.com or www.facebook.com/realitycheckofny.
ROCHMON RECORD CLUB: Join us at an upcoming Rochmon event for an evening of music and community. Each show our host Rochmon Chuck Vosganian takes the room on a high fidelity journey through classic albums spanning many genres and decades. More information about this series, including a schedule of upcoming events, is available online at www.rochmon.com.
VIRTUAL HOMEWORK HELP: Monday-Thursday 3pm — 5 pm on Discord for grades 6-12. Contact Discord username Michete#6346 for an invite to the server. This program is presented by the Stillwater Public Library.
SENIOR RESOURCES: The Senior Services Committee of CAPTAIN CHS has started a Clearinghouse website for senior citizens and their caregivers. Included are informational websites as well as virtual programs and entertainment. Studies have shown that Seniors are increasingly vulnerable to social isolation (a fact of life during the pandemic), and we have found a large number of programs which can help alleviate the sense of being alone.There are programs listed which can be accessed anytime and programs which are time sensitive which will be updated as appropriate. Most programs are free, but there are some which charge a fee. The Clearinghouse can be found at the Care Links Resource Page at captaincares.org/care-links/resources.html, or directly at carelinksgoodstuff.weebly.com.We are always looking for additional resources to post on the page and suggestions may be sent to wljozwiak@gmail.
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Make a Difference in the New Year: Be a Literacy Volunteer in Rensselaer or Albany County — Would you like to help someone learn to read, write, or speak English? Would you like to become a more engaged member of your own community? We can train you! Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County (LVORC) is actively seeking volunteers. We are looking for tutors to be paired with adult English Language and Basic Literacy learners, as well as math and computer tutors. As a volunteer you can develop new skills, make friends, and see how your efforts make a difference in your community. To register for the information session, contact mhellerlvorc@aol.com. To learn more about LVORC, visit www.lvorc.org or call 518 244-4650.
LVORC ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS: Since 1968, Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County has helped adults to improve their ability to read, write, speak and understand English.New learners can join Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County by calling (518) 244-4650 or sending an email to LitVolDirector@aol.com. Call (518) 244-4650 to register. Visit www.lvorc.org for more information.
PRESERVATION FOUNDATION SEEKING VOLUNTEERS: Five years ago the Foundation, in partnership with the City of Saratoga Springs, completed a comprehensive restoration of the Spirit of Life & Spencer Trask Memorial. The restoration was comprised of the sculpture, masonry, and landscape which included the geraniums around the reflecting pool and plantings by the architectural surround, pond, Saratoga Arts building, and fence. Due to COVID-19, the City of Saratoga Springs was faced with budget cuts and reduced staffing. The Foundation is now looking for volunteers to help maintain the landscape of the Spirit of Life & Spencer Trask Memorial. A green thumb is helpful, but not required. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Anne McDonough, our Administrative Assistant, at admin@saratogapreservation.org and include if you have any gardening experience.
HOME BIBLE STUDY: Free Spirit Fellowship of Ballston Spa is now offering Exploring God's Word Home Bible Study via Youtube. Taught by Pastor LaFave, these twelve lessons take you through an interesting study of the Old and New Testaments. For further info or questions please contact 518-885-3149.
ONLINE MUSEUM PROGRAMMING: The World Awareness Children's Museum is excited to announce their new Online Programming for families to enjoy from the safety of their own homes! There is their weekly "Living Room Explorers" series, which talks about a different country each week while also playing games, looking at art, and giving instructions on a fun craft for families to do at home! There is also downloadable content like crossword puzzles to enjoy, and instructional yoga classes for the whole family to participate in. Parents can visit www.worldchildrensmuseum.org/online-programming to view their entire library of content. And the Museum is also proud to announce the launch of their new "Arts & Artifacts" page on their website, which highlights selections from a different country each month from their International Youth Art Exchange collection, as well as their 8,000+ strong artifact collection. Visitors can visit their website at www.worldchildrensmuseum.org/arts-artifacts to browse the month's selections!
SPAC LEARNING LIBRARY: Saratoga Performing Arts Center announced that it has unveiled its new Learning Library, created to bring free original arts educational content to students, families and educators at a time when previously scheduled in-school presentations and classes are not feasible due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the Center's mission to provide meaningful educational programming to the community while also supporting local artists, the videos and exercises feature more than 25 professional musicians and dancers who have been affected by the pandemic such as Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company, professional stepping company Soul Steps and Caroga Arts Collective, as well as former Broadway performers, composers and local storytellers. The SPAC Learning Library can be accessed at spaclearninglibrary.org and is part of the Center's new "Creative Connection" online campaign. SPAC believes in the transformative power of art and beauty to restore and enrich the human spirit. Creative Connection and the Learning Library were launched as part of SPAC's expanded mission to provide online resources, community groups, and educational content to inspire and create a sense of community and hope.
VIRTUAL COHOES ARTIST SHOWCASE: With the current pause in New York, Choose Cohoes for Art is unable to host their traditional Cohoes Artist Showcase. But, that isn't stopping them! For the first time in their 10 year history, the Cohoes Artist Showcase will be virtual. This event is open to visual artists from Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady Counties and it's free! Information on how to participate in the event is on http://www.choosecohoesforart.org/VirtualCAS/CAS-TOC.html. Any questions can be submitted to info@ChooseCohoesForArt.
GATEWAY HELPING HANDS: Nonprofit charitable end-of-life home Gateway House of Peace in Ballston Spa is inviting the public to learn about Gateway Helping Hands, our new initiative to reduce the emotional and financial burden on our residents and their families during this coronavirus pandemic. The struggle to process and absorb the abrupt changes that accompany this has given birth to new challenges to those who are already dealing with end of life changes. Finances are stretched, care is strained, and daily life has become much more difficult. Our first critical needs outreach provided groceries and household items to five families. As we continue to expand our direct care mission of love and support, we invite our communities to learn more by contacting us at 518-450-1273 or by email at info@gatewayhouseofpeace.org. Gateway is proud to continue our service as caretakers during this challenging time.
ART EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITY: The Second Annual Ballston Spa Public Library's "Art in the Library" Exhibit Series is holding a Juried Exhibit titled "Looking inward/ Looking outward." The theme is meant to entice people to create new work or look at their current work as a reflection of themselves. And at the same time help them to think about how their personal identity is projected into the world around them. All artists in the Saratoga County area and the greater Capital district are welcome to enter this thought provoking show. The show is limited to 2 dimensional works in; paint, drawing or works on paper. Photography or digital media will not be accepted into this show. No work over 24 inch by 32 inch and work must be framed and ready for hanging. To enter, applications can be found at; BSPL.SALS.EDU. There is a $10 entry fee per artist, (not per entry) and cash prizes will be awarded at the opening reception. For more information email BSPL2020@gmail.com or call the library at 518 885 5022.
ART SUPPLIES NEEDED: Transitional Services Association (TSA) is proud to announce the launch of the Saratoga Art Pantry, a place to collect and store art supplies in an effort to advance art therapy. Studies have shown that art can help people through mental health difficulties, coping with stress, and feelings of isolation. Currently, the pantry is empty and money and supplies are needed. Transitional Services Association will continue to collect new or used art supplies and monetary donations at their administrative offices at 127 Union St. in Saratoga Springs between 9am and 5pm, Monday — Friday and via their website TSA-Inc.org. Donations may include, but are not limited to, acrylic paint, white glue, canvases and even home repair supplies such as caulk and spray paint. The Saratoga Art Pantry is seeking to make a difference in the lives of anyone, perhaps everyone, who needs some art therapy. More information can be found at www.facebook.com/SaratogaArtPantry.
BREAKFAST BUFFET: Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station, 8:00am — 11:00am Every 1 st Sunday of the Month at the Waterford Knights of Columbus, 76 Grace Street, Waterford. Buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes, French toast, sausage, Bacon, home fries, Toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices. Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing. $10 adult — $5 children (Children under 4 free). Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast. For more information visit waterfordkofc.org or call 518-237-9330.
ZEN BUDDHIST SITTING GROUP: We meet every Wednesday at Wilson Chapel, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs. This gathering is open to everyone and is free of charge. Individuals of all religious backgrounds are welcome. We start promptly at 6:30 pm. Please try to arrive before 6:25 pm, however you are welcome to join when you can. Cushions, meditation benches, and chairs are provided; just wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Basic Zen meditation instruction provided at 6:30 pm for first-time attendees. Wilson Chapel is on the north side of campus. For a campus map and directions: https://www.skidmore.edu/directions/maps.php. Questions? (518) 421-2155.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Cancer Support Group with Pierre Zimmerman at Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St. in Saratoga Springs on the second and fourth Wednesday each month at noon. Free and open to all. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre for info at 413-992-7012.
ALL CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT GROUP: All Caregivers Support Group with Pierre Zimmerman, 211 Church St, first Thursday of each month (6:00pm). Free and open to all. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre for info at 413-992-7012.
GALWAY TRAILMASTERS: The Galway Trailmasters are an active group of local snowmobile enthusiasts who work diligently to maintain our local trail system. With a membership, Club members pay just $45 per sled yearly to register their sleds with New York State. Non-Club members pay $100 per Sled. It's easy to renew your club membership or join online. Galwaytrailmasters.com. The Galway Trailmasters' trail system extends from just north of the intersection of NYS Routes 67 and 147 in Galway where we connect with the Charlton Trails and goes on to Lake Desolation where we connect with the Mulleyville Trails. This important link between Charlton and the Great Sacandaga Lake is maintained and groomed by our very own active volunteer membership! New and seasoned members alike are encouraged to participate at meetings and on trail and grooming work. Volunteers for trail work are necessary and always appreciated. As always, new business sponsors are welcome. Contact us for further information. Monthly meetings start at 7:30 pm (See Twitter feed for upcoming dates & locations). (518) 694-1437.
SARATOGA VETERANS CHORUS: The Saratoga Veterans Chorus invites male and female veterans, including active, guard and reserve service members, to enjoy the camaraderie of a cappella harmony in a relaxed, informal setting. No audition or public singing required. Instruction is provided by a professional choral director. Free admission. Monday evenings, 7 pm to 9 pm, American Legion Post 70, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs. Contact Amy Hughes at 518 884-4999 for more information.
GALWAY FOOD PANTRY: The Galway Food Pantry, located at 2167 West Galway Road, is open every Thursday from 10 am to 7 pm We provide for all residents within the Greater Galway School District, Town of Galway, Village of Galway, Town of Providence and the Town of Charlton. Greater Galway Food Pantry is looking for volunteers to help with shifts and/ or substitute — please call pantry at. 518-882-1316 and leave a message of interest.
STORY QUILT GRANTS:The Galway Public Library is accepting applications for Story Quilt Arts & Literary Grants, which are available to artists and writers who wish to present programs or projects at the library or at other venues within the Galway Central School District. Both emerging and established artists may apply. Projects or programs may be suitable for children, adults, or all ages, and must be of benefit to the community served by the Galway Public Library. For more information, please contact the library at 518-882-6385, or see www.galwaypubliclibrary.org/community-resources/story-quilt/.
SECOND HAND ROSE: Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, a not-for-profit store located at 116 Broad Street, Schuylerville, is open Tuesday — Saturday, 11 am — 4 pm Second Hand Rose. For more information please call the Thrift Shop at 518-695-4640.
OPERATION ADOPT-A-SOLDIER: The Town of Wilton's Parks and Recreation Department at Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Drive, is accepting donations for Operation Adopt a Soldier, which provides a sense of home to soldiers overseas with letters, care packages, gifts, phone cards, personal care items, snacks and more. Donations will be accepted during regular business hours or during JR NBA games. For more information, call 518-584-9455.
SARATOGA SPRINGS FREE/REDUCED PRICE SCHOOL MEALS: Saratoga Springs City School District has announced a free and reduced price meal policy for Saratoga Springs area school children. Households that meet the eligibility requirements are urged to apply for free and/or reduced price meals. Copies of the application forms are available at the principal's office in each school. Applications may be submitted any time during the school year to Margaret Sullivan, School Lunch Program Director. Please contact The School Lunch Office at 518-583-4704 with any questions regarding eligibility and the application process.
CITY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS: Are you interested in serving on one of the City's boards or commissions? Visit www.saratoga-springs.org/203/Boards-Commissions to review the complete list. You can submit your application to www.saratoga-springs.org/FormCenter/Mayor-18/City-of-Saratoga-Springs-Board-Applicati-70. Applications will be placed on file for a period of one (1) year from the date of receipt. The City shall endeavor to appoint members who represent the specific Board focus as well as experts in the field. Members shall be reflective of the demographic and geographic diversity of the City. Members should live, work, or have a strong connection to the City.
MEAL DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Saratoga County Office for the Aging is in need of volunteers to help deliver meals to homebound seniors in Saratoga County. This program helps many seniors age 60 and over remain independent in their own homes. Nutritious meals meeting the 1/3 RDA requirement are prepared, packed and ready for pickup at 10:30 am Delivery takes about an hour. Training and orientation are provided. Please call Billie Joe at The Office for the Aging at (518) 884-4996 for more details.
WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM: The World Awareness Children's Museum is the first and only children's museum in the country with multicultural education as its core mission. For over 20 years, the Museum has provided children, families, members of the community, visitors and supporters an accessible and authentic opportunity to cross boundaries and explore, and has fostered curiosity and appreciation for the rich cultural diversity of humankind. The Museum was designed to instill at an early age, the principles of inclusion, acceptance and understanding through engaging, interactive activities and educational programming. The Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and houses more than 10,000 pieces of children's art and donated objects from around the world in its collection. Regular museum hours are 10 am to 5 pm Friday and Monday, 10 am to 3 pm Saturday, and noon to 5 pm Sunday. Educational programs or birthday parties may be scheduled at other times by request. Please visit www.worldchildrensmuseum.org for program information or call 518-793-2773 ext. 303.
SARATOGA FARMERS MARKET: 9:30 am — 1:30 pm on Saturdays inside the Wilton Mall food court through April. The market aims to provide Saratoga County with high-quality food and agricultural products direct from the farmers and producers. www.saratogafarmersmarket.org.
SPA CITY FARMERS MARKET: A Year Round Farmers' Market located in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Lincoln Baths, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 10 am to 2 pm Sundays The Spa City Farmers' Market will endeavor to stay open every Sunday, for as long as we are able, and have enough farmers and vendors committed to continue to provide for our local community. www.spacityfarmersmarket.com.
AMERICAN ITALIAN MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER: The American Italian Museum and Cultural Center is located at 1227 Central Avenue in Albany. Since 1979 the museum has fulfilled its mission — to record and preserve Italian heritage for present and future generations — with the help of its dedicated, all volunteer staff. Ours is the largest American Italian museum in the eastern US maintaining 10 exhibit rooms, a Hall of History and a library including research materials. Our gift shop offers many one-of-a-kind and "Made in Italy" items. There is a small admission fee. Please call ahead to confirm we are open. (518) 435-1979.
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