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Lansingburgh Historical Society
First Annual Burgher Bash
An Evening with Civil War Veteran Corporal James R. Tanner, 87th New York Infantry, as portrayed by Robert Mulligan, Jr. Thursday June 9, 2016
Veterans of Lansingbugh Hall
777 1st Avenue, Troy, New York 12182.
Robert Mulligan, Jr., Historian and retired New York State Museum Curator, will portray Civil War Veteran, Corporal James R. Tanner. Known for his engaging portrayals of men of history, Mr. Mulligan's presentations combine the finest aspects of theater and history.
Civil War Veteran Corporal Tanner lost his legs at the Second Battle of Bull Run. He served the rest of the war as a government stenographer, and was present at the death of Abraham Lincoln.
The evening begins at 5:00 PM with an open-bar and Basket Raffles, a plated dinner at 6:30 PM, and at 7:30 PM “Corporal Tanner”
For reservations please call Kay DeRosa at 518-237-3924, or send your check made out to the Lansingburgh Historical Society, to LHS, PO Box 219, Troy, NY 12182-0219 (Please include your meal option.)
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Saturday, Feb. 6th at 7:00
St Luke’s on the Hill Open Mic for All Ages and Cookie Walk
MECHANICVILLE - Do you have a song to sing, poem to recite, musical instrument to play, or general audience-rated joke to tell? Please call Terrie Gifford to sign up at 518-956-3901 or emailterrie.gifford1@gmail.com. Our famous cookie walk will be from 5 to 7:30
Sunday, Feb. 7 8-11:30 am
All You Can Eat Breakfast ($)
CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Fire Department at the firehouse on Old Route 146, between Route 9 and 146 in Clifton Park. The menu will include Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Toast, Coffee, Juice and Milk. The costs for the all you can eat breakfast is $5.00 for Adults, $3.00 for Children 6 to 12 and FREE for kids under 6.
Sunday, Feb. 7 from 3: to 6:00 p.m.
Chicken Barbecue ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Schaghticoke Presbyterian Church, 145 Main Street, Schaghticoke. Call Sylvia 753-4545 for reservations! $13.00.
Tuesday, Feb. 9 from 5-7:00 pm
Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper ($)
EASTON - The Easton Methodist Church, Route 40, North Easton On the menu will be pancakes and waffles with maple and fruit syrups, hash brown potatoes, bacon, sausage, applesauce and beverages. Adults $8.00. Kids $4.00. No reservations necessary.
Friday, Feb. 12 from 5-7:00 pm
Spaghetti Dinner ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - The members of the Hudson Valley Assembly #43 of the International Order of Rainbow Girls at the Victor Lodge in Schaghticoke. Choice of 2 sauces, salad, bread and dessert. Take out is available. Cost is $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for children and under 6 is free
Saturday, Feb. 13 from 5:30-6:30
A Perfect Noodle Night ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Presbyterian United Church, Homemade pasta with a choice of sauces, side dish, authentic desserts, music from Frank and Dean and the rest of the old crooners. or reservations Sylvia - 753-4545. $11.00
An American Bald Eagle at a bird sanctuary near Otavalo, Ecuador
Saturday, Feb. 13 at 2:00 pm
Lecture on Bald Eagles
WATERFORD - Peebles Island State Park Special speaker Tom Lake. Free and open to the public. Kindly register by email to: president@capitalregionaudubon.org or call 518-268-2188 for more information.
Saturday, Feb. 13 at 11:00 am
Fancy Nancy Valentine’s Party
MECHANICVILLE - Mechanicville District Public Library. Join us for crafts, snacks, and a photo booth! This program is suited for ages 4+. Registration is required, so please give us a call at (518) 664-4646 or visit us at 190 N Main Street, Mechanicville, NY 12118.
Sunday, Feb. 14 from 8-11:00 am
Monthly Breakfast ($)
VALLEY FALLS - The Ladies Auxiliary from Valley Falls VFW Post 1938 located on Poplar Ave. Menu consists of biscuits with sausage gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, toast, pancakes, French toast, juice, fruit, coffee and hash browns. Cost children 5-12 $4 adults 13 & up $8.
Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 10:30 am
Local Author at Peebles Island
WATERFORD - Russ VanDervoort, local Waterford resident and author of Canal Canaries and Other Tough Birds, will be at Peebles Island State Park. Please meet at the Visitor Center. Refreshments will be served. All programs are free and open to the public. Call 518-268-2188 to register.
Thursday, Feb. 18 from 5-6:30
Annual Ham Dinner ($)
STILLWATER - Stillwater United Presbyterian Church, 747 Hudson Ave. in the Fellowship Hall. Menu includes ham, raisin sauce, applesauce, home baked beans, mashed potatoes, carrots ala orange, cole slaw, rolls, pie and beverage served family style. Cost: $12.00 for Adults, $5.00 for Children 5-10 years of age, Under 5 years Free. To reserve tickets, call 664-7984 or purchase at door. Take-outs available. Handicap accessible. Church is located across from the Post Office.
Friday, Feb. 19 at 2:00 pm
Our Wonderful World Program
MECHANICVILLE - The Children's Museum at Saratoga will be visiting Mechanicville District Public Library for their "Our Wonderful World". This program is kindly being sponsored by the Lion's Club. We'll be learning about different cultures around the globe through crafts, traditional clothing, and instruments! This is suitable for ages 4+. Registration is required, so please give us a call at (518) 664-4646 or visit us at 190 N Main Street, Mechanicville, NY 12118.
Saturday, Feb. 20 at 11:00 am
Friends of the Waterford Public Library to Meet
WATERFORD - The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2016 events and fundraising activities in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square,. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.
Thursday, Feb. 25 at 4:00 pm
Foster Parent Meeting
BALLSTON SPA – Services Building, 152 West High St. Saratoga County is in need of foster homes for school-aged children and teenagers. The next certification class will begin in the fall. Please contact Kari Carroll or Stacey McVaigh at 884-4157 for more information.
Friday, Feb. 26 at 6:00 pm
Pampered Chef Party
MELROSE-at Melrose Methodist church, 20 Church Street, Melrose.There will be food to share and prizes given out. Bring friends. For information call 235-4370.
Saturday, Feb. 27 from 1-3:00 pm
Public Forum Common Core
CLIFTON PARK - The League of Woman Voters Clifton Park Halfmoon Library, Moe Rd. Clifton Park.
Saturday, March 5 from 9-4:00 pm
Annual Antique Show
MECHANICVILLE - All Saints on the Hudson at the Parish Center at 52 William Street. Food will be available from the kitchen. Vendors wanted : call Maria Amann 664-6405 or email Anne Amann at Buffalo362@gmail.com.
Thursday, March 17 at 5:30
St. Patrick's Day Dinner ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Presbyterian United Church of Schaghticoke, NY
Corned Beef, red potatoes, carrots, cabbage, rolls and cake. Take out only. Serving begins at 5:30 Tickets Liz Baker at 753-0265 to reserve your ticket for $12.00.
April 15, 16 & 17
Fiddler On The Roof
SCHUYLERVILLE – Schuylerville Community Theater. Rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons, Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings. For additional information or questions, contact Director, William Howard III at whh3draper@aol.com or call 636-8444 or Producer, Lorraine Thompson at LorThomp@aol.com or 369-6558 or Bonnie Thomas at thomasbpc@hotmail.com or 798-5984.
Sunday, April 17 2:30-4:30 pm
Zumbathon Benefit
TROY-- Benefit Camp Bravehearts, a not-for-profit oncology camp for women, dedicated to enriching the lives of Cancer Survivors. The fundraiser will take place at Catholic Central High School gymnasium in Troy,
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Friday, Dec. 18 from 6-9:00 pm
Polar Express Pajama Party ($)
STILLWATER - Drop your children off at the "train station" where they will embark on a magical journey to the North Pole. During their journey they will enjoy pizza, hot chocolate, craft, and a viewing of The Polar Express! All children grades K-5 are welcome! We encourage children to wear their pajamas, although it is not necessary. There is a FEE. RSVP to (518)664-2515 ext 10 or email saccassistantdirector@gmail.com
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 11:00 am
Friends of the Waterford Public Library to Meet
WATERFORD - The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2015-2016 events and fundraising activities in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square,. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.
Sunday, Dec. 20 from 7:30-11:00 am
Christmas Breakfast (4)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Victor Lodge of Schaghticoke Route 67 in Schaghticoke. The menu will be pancakes, Belgian waffles, Knickerbocker soufflé, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, potatoes with and without onions, juice and coffee. Children are free and Santa Claus will be at the breakfast.
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Saturday, Nov. 21 at 1:00 pm
Genealogy and Local History Meeting
SCHUYLERVILLE Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Field Horne, author and local historian, will be the speaker. Public is welcome. For information call 587-2978
Saturday, Nov.21 at 11:00 am
Friends of the Waterford Public Library to Meeting
WATERFORD - Discussion and planning 2015-2016 events and fundraising activities on in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square, Waterford, NY. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.
Saturday, Nov. 28th at 5:45 pm
CP Holiday Train
MECHANICVILLE – Parking lot adjacent to CP tracks at the corner of Railway St. and Park Ave. Donations - check with your local Food Bank or Food Pantry to see what is on their wish list.
Saturday, Nov. 28th at 6:00 pm
Waterford Christmas Parade
WATERFORD – Starts at 7th Street. It will proceed down Broad Street ending at Soldiers and Sailors Park. Welcome a special guest who will help fill the park with a beautiful display of holiday lights.
Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 7:00 pm
Community “Blue Christmas” Worship
MELROSE - At the Melrose United Methodist Church. This special time is for anyone who finds the Advent/Christmas season to be a difficult time. Blue Christmas is an opportunity gather together to begin the Advent/ Christmas season with a quiet time of worship and healing. Call the church for further information at 233-0044, do not hesitate to leave a message which will be returned promptly.
Friday, December 4th from 7 pm - 9 pm
Book Release - “Images of America, Waterford”
& Holiday Wine & Cheese Tasting ($)
WATERFORD - Celebrate the release of the new book on Waterford “Images of America – Waterford” and the Museums Holiday Wine & Cheese Tasting at the Waterford Historical Museum, 2 Museum Lane in Waterford. For your $10. donation, you will receive a beautiful keepsake etched wine glass. For more information, please call (518) 238-0809.
Saturday, Dec. 5 from 10-3:00 pm
Stillwater's 7th Annual Holiday Craft Fair
STILLWATER - Stillwater Area Community Center, 19 Palmer St. Vendors Welcome, email: elessonqueen@yahoo.com for info.
Friday, Dec. 5 from 10-3:00 pm
Christmas Sale ($)
MELROSE - decorations new and used PLUS plates of assorted Christmas cookies at the Melrose Methodist Church, 20 Church Street. To reserve cookies call Elsie at 235-4370.
Saturday, Dec. 5th 4-6:30 pm
Annual Holiday Celebration/Tree Lighting
HALFMOON – Pictures with Santa, Face Painting, Balloon Making, Crafts, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Photo Booth, Refreshments and more. Sponsored by Halfmoon Celebrations
Thursday, Dec. 5th from 4-7:00 pm
"Afternoon at Ursula's" To benefit St. Mary's Waterford
WATERFORD - Shop at Ursula of Switzerland’s showroom and boutique, (31 Mohawk Avenue, Waterford) enjoy free refreshments, raffles, tours of the historic building which was once a major mill on the Mohawk River. Ursula will generously donate 20% of all sales from the event to St. Mary's Church. Come for a fun afternoon/evening - bring you friends!
Sunday, Dec. 6 from 2-5:00 pm
The 19th Annual Holiday on the Avenue
SCOTIA - Mohawk Ave (Route 5). This free community event will feature Santa and Mrs. Claus, chili cook off, gingerbread contest, musical performances, vendors, and children's activities. For more information email holidayontheave@yahoo.com.
Sunday, Dec. 6 from 7:30-11:00 am
Last Breakfast ($)
JOHNSONVILLE - The last breakfast for the Johnsonville Rescue Squad at 4 River Road. Menu includes eggs, French Toast, pancakes, sausage, omelets, toast, hash browns, juice fruit or coffee. Cost is adults 13- $7 children 5-12 $4. Questions call 753-9549
Sunday, Dec. 6 from 4-6:00 pm
10th Annual Family Chanukah Celebration Menorah Mittens
CLIFTON PARK – Clifton Park Center. Please bring mittens, gloves, hats, socks, and scarves to help warm those in need. Menorah lighting, hot latkes, dreidels and donuts, crafts, face painting and raffles. RSVP 495-0772 or info@cliftonparkchabad.com
Monday, Dec. 7th at 7:30
Christmas Concert
SARATOGA - Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd. with Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus. All proceeds to benefit Code Blue. Admission payable at the door. Suggested donation: Cash or Canned Goods and/or Warm Outerwear such as Hats, Scarves, Gloves or Mittens. In the event of cancellation due to weather, our snow date will be December 14, 7:30 pm. Please check our website for updateatwww.saratogasoundtrack.org or call 518-747-3823.
Tuesday, December 8th from 7 pm - 8 pm
Winter Lecture Series Mary Liz & Paul Stewart
“The Underground Railroad: A New Interpretation of a Very Old Story”
WATERFORD - At historic Smith’s, 171 Remsen Street in Cohoes. Founding members of the Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region and Scholars in Residence at Russell Sage College, the Stewarts will speak on “The Underground Railroad: Food and drink will be available for purchase. If you would care to have dinner, please make a reservation at Smith’s at (518) 237-9809.
Wednesday, Dec. 9th at 7:00 pm
Hoosick Grange Christmas Cover Dish Dinner
HOOSICK FALLS - There will be a special musical program – no grab bag.
Saturday, Dec. 12 at 10:00
Malta Presbyterian Church Annual Cookie Sale!
MALTA - A huge variety of cookies available sold by the pound including nut and gluten free varieties!!!! Malta Presbyterian Church, 118 Dunning St.
Saturday, Dec. 12 at 6:30
Malta’s Holiday Revue ($)
MALTA - Dress in your holiday best and see talented area performers on a seasonally decorated stage at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr. singers, dancers, musicians and other performing artists entertain with a winter holiday theme! Tickets are on sale now. Call the Malta Community Center at 899-4411 for more information or purchase tickets at www.maltaparksrec.com.
Sunday, Dec. 13 from 8-11:00 am
Monthly Breakfast ($)
VALLEY FALLS - The Ladies Auxiliary from Valley Falls VFW located on Poplar Ave. will be having their monthly breakfast and the menu consists of biscuits with sausage gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, toast, pancakes, french toast, juice, fruit, coffee and hash browns. Cost children 5-12 $4 adults 13 & up $7.
Sunday, Dec. 13 at 10:30 am
Who Killed Christmas 2
BALLSTON SPA - Free Spirit fellowship West High St. in Ballston Spa This is an original play with a myriad of interesting characters that will be featured at Free Spirit Fellowship. Join with us as we determine who is the guilty party. For more info call 518-885-3149.
Friday, Dec. 18 from 6-9:00 pm
Polar Express Pajama Party ($)
STILLWATER - Drop your children off at the "train station" where they will embark on a magical journey to the North Pole. During their journey they will enjoy pizza, hot chocolate, craft, and a viewing of The Polar Express! All children grades K-5 are welcome! We encourage children to wear their pajamas, although it is not necessary. There is a FEE. RSVP to (518)664-2515 ext 10 or email saccassistantdirector@gmail.com