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This Week’s Events: Jan. 7-13

FRIDAY, JANUARY 7

Diabetes Support Group

Online Zoom | Noon | Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. This informal support group is for people with diabetes or prediabetes. Family members of those with diabetes are welcome to attend. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group. Contact Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or dwhitten@cornell. edu for more information. Register in advance for this meeting at: cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJcrcumprTgsHdTnnFQhaAk3DmT35kxzTfzR.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 8

Defensive Driving Class

Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. NYS approved. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee: $35 per person. Bring a friend, fee is $30. Portion of fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788. A mask is required if you are not vaccinated, and your temperature will be taken upon entry. Class size is limited.

Learn to Skate Program

Vernon Rink, 30 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs 10 – 11 a.m. | The Saratoga Springs Figure Skating Club is offering a Learn to Skate Program. We are the only area club to offer the US Figure Skating sanctioned program. Our instructors are experienced and approved through USFS, the program is open to all ages from 3 - adult. We meet on Saturday mornings for a 6-week session. Our Registration is open now and additional information can be found at www.SaratogaLearnToSkate.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 9

All You Can Eat Breakfast

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge, 10 Hamilton St., Ballston Spa 8 – 11 a.m. | Buffet includes scrambled eggs, home fries, pancakes, French toast, toast, eggs, and omelets to order. Juice and coffee as well. Adults $7, seniors $6 and kids $5. For more information, call 518-885-1149.

Monthly Breakfast

The Fish Creek Rod and Gun 123 Route 32, Schuylerville | 8 – 11 a.m. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot Chocolate. Cost: $10 Adult, $5 Child. Everyone welcome to join us. 581-695-3917.

MONDAY, JANUARY 10

Preschool Nature Hour

Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | This monthly program is for our youngest explorers (ages 3 – 6) where we use children’s love of nature to teach simple concepts. We will go on a short walk followed by a fun naturebased craft. Snowshoe rentals will be available 15 minutes prior to the event for $3/pair. Visit wiltonpreserve.org or call 518-450-0321 to register.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 11

Weekly Story Time & Craft

Mechanicville District Public Library 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville | 11:30 a.m. All ages are welcome. For more programs at the library visit meclib.sals.edu or call 518-664-4646.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12

Chicken & Biscuits Dinner

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Ln, Saratoga Springs 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Menu: chicken and biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, and roll. Cost is 2 for $30. (Cash Only). Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order. 518-584-2585.

The Climate Act

Zoom Presentation | 6:30 p.m. The League of Women Voters and Sustainable Saratoga present Peter Iwanowicz, the Executive Director of Environmental Advocates NY and Member of the NYS Climate Action Council. He will speak to us regarding the long-awaited plan for State of New York regarding implementation of NY’s climate law and its equity provisions. Register at: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEudumgqD MsH9KHht4gWf6KxXTbzPcKBFZh?fbclid=IwAR 23Q vGJVJqOLJ9 WOzOufakzewpEDojwCOTUV pAR8OfdXkqwVXT51YIVrh4

THURSDAY, JANUARY 13

Intuitive and Mindful Eating Class

Zoom presentation | 12–12:30 p.m. This class is to help anyone who wants to reconnect with their bodies to find peace and happiness with their diet habits. No fee. Presented by Julia Hotaling, Dietetic Intern with Sage Colleges, and Cornell Cooperative Extension. Participants will learn what intuitive eating is, how to practice it, the barriers, and how to integrate mindful eating into their mealtimes. Learn how to be present when eating, eating without any distractions, avoiding mindless eating, knowing how to listen to your internal hunger cues, and more. Time provided for Q&A. For program details contact Diane Whitten 518885-8995, or email at dwhitten@cornell.edu.

Fish Fry Friday

Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will start Fish Fry Friday on January 14 from 4 – 7 p.m. and continue every Friday thru April 15. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Includes but not limited to: fish fry, chicken fry, clam fry, popcorn shrimp, buffalo shrimp, coconut shrimp, scallops, chowder. Dinners are served with your choice of French fries or onion rings, coleslaw and sauce, ask about our extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house or call ahead for takeout. 518-695-3917.

Takeout Chicken “N” Biscuits Dinner

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa, will host a Chicken & Biscuits Dinner on Saturday, January 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. The menu will include chicken and biscuits, salad, peas and carrots and dessert. The cost is two for $25 or $15 each (cash only). Preorder strongly encouraged. To place your order call 518-885-1149, January 13 & 14 between 4 to 6 p.m. or email dinners2619@gmail.com. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elks Charities.

Upstate Equine Medical Center Lecture and Clinic

Join us on January 22 from 2 – 4 p.m. for a tour of the new state-ofthe-art medical and surgical center. Dr. Steve and Tracy Sedrish will provide a lecture on “What is it like to be a Large Animal Vet.” The youth will participate in hands-on opportunities and an activity. This event is open to the public with no registration needed. If you are a Saratoga County 4-H Member, contact rjl287@cornell.edu to sign up. For more information on the program, please call 518-885-89995. Follow our Saratoga County 4-H Facebook page for more details.

Indoor Craft and Garage Sale

On Sunday, January 23, 11-3 p.m., the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will be held at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane. Admission is free. Over 40 vendors; great parking, bargains galore, and lunch. Household items, sports equipment, handmade items, clothing, fabrics, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors signing up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities. 8’ table and chairs $15; call Linda 518-289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s). Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.

Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs

Sponsored by Prestwick Chase with ten educational courses through Zoom as well as eight, in-person, outdoor and classroom offerings. Topics include Introduction to Classical Music, Global Literature, Italian Language, Music, 20th Century Local History, Snowshoeing & Hiking, American Revolution, Journal Writing, Drug Development & the FDA, Mah Jongg, Cooking, Painting, Writing from prompts, Ancient Game of Go, Intro to Taoism, Six Wives of Henry VIII, and much more. Brochures available. Email jeff.shinaman@esc.edu or call 518-587-2100 x2390 or go to www.esc.edu/all. Registrations accepted up until the start of classes the week of January 24. Membership $75 (goes through June 30, 2022). Five-week classes $50 each. Spring term to start in mid-April.

The Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk

The event will be held on Sunday, February 6 at 11 a.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park following COVID protocols. There will be no indoor facilities except for bathrooms. Registration can be done online through www.runsignup.com with day-of onsite. A limited supply of Dion snowshoes available to rent for $5 on a first come/first serve basis. For more information about the NE Snowshoe Series visit www.dionwmacsnowshoe. com. Questions? Call Laura at 518-581-1278 or laura@saratogastryders.org.

The Camp Saratoga 8K Snowshoe Race

The event will be held on Saturday, February 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, following COVID protocols. There will be no indoor facilities except for bathrooms. Registration can be done online through www.runsignup.com with day-of onsite. A limited supply of Dion snowshoes available to rent for $5 on a first come/first serve basis. For more information about the NE Snowshoe Series visit www.dionwmacsnowshoe. com. Questions? Call Laura at 518-581-1278 or laura@saratogastryders.org.