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We have a new calendar! We’re experimenting with including free cultural and educational events at other local and regional libraries, museums, and non-profits. We hope a compilation of these great events will be a valuable resource for our community. Click on the categories above the calendar to limit the results by drive time from the Bolton Free Library. Be sure to check the hosting organization’s website for schedule changes and cancellations. Note that some of the events at and within 10 minutes of our library are not free; these are denoted with a “($)” and costs are included in those descriptions.
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Events in October 2025
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September 28, 2025(3 events) – Registration requested: Adirondack Interpretive Center The Adirondacks have long been known for its breathtaking fall foliage, attracting people from all over the Northeast. The bright greens of summer turn to fiery reds, yellows, and oranges of autumn giving the forests a beautiful new palette. What better place to experience these magnificent colors than from Goodnow Mountain fire tower. Learn about the forest’s seasonal changes on the 4-mile round trip hike, considered moderately challenging, that culminates in a spectacular 360-degree view of Rich Lake, Huntington Wildlife Forest, the High Peaks, and surrounding areas. Dress for the weather. Meet at Goodnow Mountain Trailhead. – The Adirondack Experience The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake ADKX is pleased to welcome year-round Adirondack Park residents, with free admission on the second and fourth Sunday each month. Proof of residency such as a driver's license is required. Registration required: New York State Museum Explore the wild and wonderful world of fungi with the New York State Museum at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve! Join Dr. Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian, NYSM Curator of Mycology, for a beginner-friendly mushroom walk through the Hunger Kill Barrens, a forested habitat within the unique and ecologically rare Pine Bush. Discover the important role fungi play in this ecosystem and enjoy an engaging stroll through one of the Capital Region’s natural treasures. This walk takes place at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve and involves uneven terrain—please wear closed-toe shoes and be prepared for outdoor conditions. |
September 29, 2025(5 events) – Please join us for a Q&A with Officer Mulcahy from the Glens Falls Police Department. He will provide information and guidance to seniors to help them stay safe from scams, and other fraudulent activity. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Little Yogis" ages 3-4 years old will meet on the following dates at 2:00 pm:
9/15: Enjoy a hot air balloon adventure with a raccoon!
9/22: First day of Autumn:Good Bye Summer, Hello Autumn Wear a fall leaf color! 9/29: Apple picking with mice! 10/6: Fire prevention week with Pete the Cat! 10/20:Whose hands are these? Celebrate Community helpers! 10/27: Halloween with Froggy. Wear a Halloween shirt! Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Yogi Explorers" ages 5-12 years old, will meet on 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20 and 10/27 at 2:45 pm. Follow Jack and Annie on a 6-week Magic Tree House Yoga Adventure!
Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Kids in grades K-6 are invited to join us for our weekly free art program. Enjoy a different open-ended art project each week featuring a variety of art styles and materials. No sign up required. Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce The Schroon Lake Arts Council is again sponsoring free Monday Night Jam Sessions starting June 2, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Boathouse Theater on Dock Street. These Jams will continue weekly throughout the summer and early into Fall! Enjoy great music from local musicians and sing along! Opportunities for donations and memberships. Come and be part of this great Schroon Lake Arts Council tradition! |
September 30, 2025(9 events) – Mah Jongg is an absorbing tile game of skill and chance. Please bring your own current year’s card. This group meets every Tuesday from 10 am to noon Enjoy an early fall walk on the Cider Day! Celebrate with some refreshing apple cider at the museum after the walk. Take a walk and learn about the history of the Delaware & Hudson Rail Trail. The trail travels the railbed of the former Delaware & Hudson Railroad, known locally as the Slate Picker, which stretched 26 miles through the Slate Valley. This program will originate at the access point directly adjacent to the Slate Valley Museum. Park in the museum lot and meet right outside the museum's front entrance! – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Register for this more casual, and self-led workshop with some guidance from local artists.  Join us for a special screening of Equal Protection: The Supreme Court’s Battle with Affirmative Action, a thought-provoking documentary that explores the complex history and uncertain future of college admissions in the United States. As two pivotal cases come before the Supreme Court in 2022, the film traces the origins of affirmative action policies, originally designed to address systemic discrimination, and examines how they have evolved through decades of legal and cultural debate. Featuring interviews with scholars, legal experts, and key participants, Equal Protection offers a compelling look at the role of the judiciary in shaping access to higher education and the broader implications for equal opportunity in America. – Registration required: The Conkling Center Compassionate downsizing, and full-service moving assistance for older adults. Planning on moving yourself or your senior parents? Organize Senior Moves “Makes Moving Easier”. Just looking to organize, they have fantastic ideas to share on that too. Michelle Kavanaugh-Anastasi will present how Senior Moves specializes in a wide range of senior relocation services. "This will be the best move you've ever made" - Organize Senior Moves – (USA, 2024, 140 mins, color, R) Starring Timothy Chalamet, Elle Fanning, and Edward Norton (8x OSCAR NOMINEE) Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. He forges intimate relationships with music icons of Greenwich Village on his meteoric rise, culminating in a groundbreaking and controversial performance that reverberates worldwide. Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold's A Complete Unkown, the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. - RottenTomatoes.com “There’s something about A Complete Unknown that pushes against traditional Dylan worship and cuts a path toward something far more beautiful, flawed, and human.” Stephanie Zacharek, TIME Magazine, 12/27/24 – This club for kids ages 10 & up meets in the community room with an instructor on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. – (USA, 2024, 140 mins, color, R) Starring Timothy Chalamet, Elle Fanning, and Edward Norton (8x OSCAR NOMINEE) Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. He forges intimate relationships with music icons of Greenwich Village on his meteoric rise, culminating in a groundbreaking and controversial performance that reverberates worldwide. Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold's A Complete Unkown, the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. - RottenTomatoes.com “There’s something about A Complete Unknown that pushes against traditional Dylan worship and cuts a path toward something far more beautiful, flawed, and human.” Stephanie Zacharek, TIME Magazine, 12/27/24  |
October 1, 2025(8 events) – Registration requested: Adirondack Interpretive Center The Adirondacks have long been known for its breathtaking fall foliage, attracting people from all over the Northeast. The bright greens of summer turn to fiery reds, yellows, and oranges of autumn giving the forests a beautiful new palette. What better place to experience these magnificent colors than from Goodnow Mountain fire tower. Learn about the forest’s seasonal changes on the 4-mile round trip hike, considered moderately challenging, that culminates in a spectacular 360-degree view of Rich Lake, Huntington Wildlife Forest, the High Peaks, and surrounding areas. Dress for the weather. Meet at Goodnow Mountain Trailhead. – Registration required: Schroon Lake Public Library Join us for a fun morning of cardmaking with local gal, Deb Frangk. Each participant will make 3 unique cards. Registration required: Warren County Career Center Your resume and cover letter are crucial components that can set you apart from other candidates when applying for a job. This workshop will present the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. *Please bring a rough draft of your resume*
– Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy Help us prepare the trails at Amy’s Park for the upcoming Race For The Lake. The race route needs to be marked with special signs to help runners find their way around the park safely. – Do you have questions about your smartphone, tablet, or other device? We can help! Drop-in with your device for answers and advice from a Crandall librarian. Everyone is welcome. How it works: This session will begin with a short tutorial on the day's Bonus Topic, followed by a Q&A period for any tech-related questions that you have. Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to enjoy while you learn and get your questions answered. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your relevant devices and passwords. Keep in mind: Help during the Q&A period is limited to 10 minutes when others are waiting. We offer 30 minute 1-on-1's by appointment for more in-depth help. Today's Bonus Topic is a Senior Planet from AARP class offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park This workshop, led by Skidmore Professor Michael Marx, focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice.  – Registration required: Chapman Museum Get into the spooky spirit and make a boo-tiful ghost with us this month! We’ll be crafting our very own paper plate ghosts using plates, streamers, and more. Decorate your ghost, give it some personality, and then take it home to float around your house this Halloween season. Parental participation is encouraged, and supervision is required. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Artist Filomena Riviello shows you all the ins and outs of beginner needle felting! Join us for an evening of good conversation and creativity as we make a turkey. All materials provided. |
October 2, 2025(10 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center Your resume and cover letter are crucial components that can set you apart from other candidates when applying for a job. This workshop will present the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. *Please bring a rough draft of your resume*
– Join us every Thursday morning for storytime where we read stories, enjoy play time, make new friends, dance, create crafts, and enjoy snack. Share the magic of the library with your child! Registration required: Warren County Career Center Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired which can be used in a different job. Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer's problem. Learn ways to research the employer's needs then identify and show them that you have these skills.
– Are your ancestors lost, invisible or misbehaving? Sooner or later every genealogist seems to hit a dead end in their research. On the first and third Thursday of each month from 1:00-2:30pm, Caldwell-Lake George Library will offer genealogy help. This is an informal drop-in, one-on-one meeting to discuss ways to overcome or move around problems in researching ancestors. We do not do genealogical research for you, but our experienced volunteers will suggest ways and sources to help you find answers. We can also help if you are using a database like Ancestry or Family Search and need a little insight on how it works. Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States on Thursday, October 2 at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream. Register and submit questions for the author here: https://libraryc.org/lakegeorgelibrary/95116 – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States. The stories in Nuestra América cover each figure's cultural background and childhood, and their accomplishments or contributions to American history. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide, created by the National Museum of the American Latino, encourages further research and exploration. The museum has featured twenty-three of these stories in its exhibition ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States, the first exhibition to feature U.S. Latino history at the national level. Featuring beautifully illustrated portraits by Gloria Félix, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. A must have for every school and home library to help students understand the American story!  – Join us for our weekly after school group for kids ages 8-12, featuring various activities, games, and/or crafts chosen by the group. To be held in the Children's Activity Rooms. – It's time for a Game Changer! That's right, our teen center librarians have taken inspiration from the hit show "Game Changer" and they've created a teen group version of Game Changer's "Rulette" Our teens have no idea what game it is they're about to play; unless of course they've watched the episode our game is based on! Join us for a wild and wacky time as our teen group must complete challenges while following the rules they spin on our "Rulette wheel". Teen Group is a social club for teens, ages 13-19. Meet in the Teen Center for a different activity every week. Arts and crafts, acting games, cooking classes, book talks, gaming, art walks, and more. No registration required. Free. – The ever-popular, free Bluegrass Music Jam hosted by Denise Radtke & Frank Orsini meets monthly on the 1st Thursday of the month, September through April, 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Community Room downstairs off the Glen Street entrance and through the Folklife Gallery. All are welcome, pickers and listeners alike. This series of programs is produced by the Folklife Center and made possible with funding from the New York State Council on the Arts, supported by the Governor's Office and the New York State Legislature. |
October 3, 2025(5 events) – The Saratoga Book Festival (SBF) is an annual community-wide celebration of books in downtown Saratoga Springs, New York. Our mission is to encourage a lifelong love of reading and promote greater literacy for all. For one glorious weekend each year, SBF brings writers, book lovers, and reluctant readers together for thoughtful conversations, fascinating interviews, book talks, readings, workshops, youth program, and more. Held in venues throughout downtown Saratoga Springs, SBF features contemporary and literary fiction; popular genres such as fantasy/sci-fi, suspense, historical fiction, and crime fiction; nonfiction (including current events, history, science, and cooking/lifestyle); memoir; and children’s and young adult literature. Over 30 Sessions City-Wide!
Registration required: New York State Museum Join Dr. Christina Rieth, State Archaeologist and Co-Director of the Cultural Resource Survey Program (CRSP), for a behind-the-scenes look at how the museum helps preserve New York’s history. Explore artifacts from CRSP projects on display in the lab and learn how they are studied, curated, and shared with the public. Discover how CRSP’s work supporting state agencies, protecting archaeological resources, and advancing research ensures that the stories of New York’s past remain accessible for generations to come. – Registration required: Warren County 4-H  – Tuesday, September 30 - Thursday, November 20 Reception: Friday, October 3 | 5-7 PM Gallery Hours: Tues - Fri, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment I find inspiration in nature as the source of life and beauty. When I paint, I look for this beauty in what surrounds me—the mountains, the birds and my love of wildflowers. I chose to work in black ink because it is a type of expressionistic painting that is done quickly that catches my inspiration from what is in my mind and what I see. Black ink painting is an ancient way of painting using brush, paper and black ink. This type of painting combines both drawing and painting techniques using different tones of ink and different brush strokes that bring life to a painting. My paintings represent how I see the beauty of nature that surrounds us that captures the energy of expression. |
October 4, 2025(12 events) – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park  – Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy Cat and Thomas Mts Preserve, Edgecomb Pond TrailheadJoin a Naturalist on a hike up Cat Mountain and learn about the Leave No Trace Seven Principles®. This is a great way to learn how to best care for our local trails and see some amazing views of the area. This longer hike is considered moderately challenging with views of Lake George and southern Adirondacks. Total length, 5 miles. Saratoga National Historical Park Looking for a more in-depth, hands-on experience during your visit? Join a Park Volunteer for a caravan-style tour of the Battlefield! Tours will last 2.5-3 hours. Meet in the Visitor Center and follow along in your own vehicle for as long as you like. May be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. – – Join us to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, “By River, Road, & Rail”. Discover how transportation has shaped our region and beyond—from Indigenous canoe routes to bustling railways and the rise of electric cars. Trace the journeys that connected communities and changed history! There will be free admission to the Museum all day, refreshments, and crafts for children and families. – – The Saratoga Book Festival (SBF) is an annual community-wide celebration of books in downtown Saratoga Springs, New York. Our mission is to encourage a lifelong love of reading and promote greater literacy for all. For one glorious weekend each year, SBF brings writers, book lovers, and reluctant readers together for thoughtful conversations, fascinating interviews, book talks, readings, workshops, youth program, and more. Held in venues throughout downtown Saratoga Springs, SBF features contemporary and literary fiction; popular genres such as fantasy/sci-fi, suspense, historical fiction, and crime fiction; nonfiction (including current events, history, science, and cooking/lifestyle); memoir; and children’s and young adult literature. Over 30 Sessions City-Wide!
– Registration requested: Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) Join us for the return of Caffè Lena @ SPAC—a full day of free live music on the Charles R. Wood Stage.This year’s lineup features five bands that explore roots, global, bluegrass, pop, and indie-folk music, including Misty Blues, Tom Chapin, Chatham County Line, Farah Siraj, and Aleksi Campagne. This is a free event, please register to receive event update emails and helpful “Know Before You Go” information. Please note your email address will be added to SPAC and Caffè Lena’s mailing lists. This is a rain or shine event. Artist Lineup / Day at a Glance11:30 AM | Gates Open 12-12:50 PM| Aleksi Campagne 1:10-2:00 PM| Farah Siraj 2:20-3:10 PM | Tom Chapin 3:30-4:20 PM | Chatham County Line 4:40- 5:20 PM | Misty Blues – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park – Registration required: Up Yonda Farm Eastern chipmunks are characterized by their reddish-brown fur and white underbellies. They have five dark brown stripes running lengthwise down the body with whitish stripes in between. While you paint this chipmunk perched on a branch and showing its prominent tail, a Naturalist will share a Native American folktale about how the chipmunk got its stripes. Paint with Patrice classes are geared for beginners, but open to all ages and artistic abilities. Participants will use acrylic paints on an 8×8 inch stretched canvas and take home a finished painting. $17 per person in addition to Day Use Fee. Members $12. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Join Miss Emma for some spooky stories and then learn how to make a fun and healthy snack! We'll provide all the ingredients for a banana ghost, clementine "pumpkin" and a broomstick made out of string cheese and pretzels! For kids in PreK-K Please contact Emma at erogan@sals.edu if your child has any dietary restrictions. – All are welcome to the Artist’s Reception in The Courthouse Gallery! Artists will speak about their work at 5:00 PM. LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS EXHIBITION In the Gallery from September 10 through October 25, 2025 The artworks in this exhibition pay homage to both the intricacies of nature as muse and the diverse range of artistic interpretations. Eleven artists chose artists whose work aligns with the incorporation of nature as a subject, and, frequently, as a medium. The artists use words such as fluid, regenerative, porous, and fragile to describe works constructed with wool, wood, live succulents, and fungus. |
October 5, 2025(5 events) Registration required: sdm246@cornell.edu We are hiking OK Slip Falls in Indian Lake. Meeting at the trailhead by 8:30am. 4-H membership is not required to participate.
While it is a longer hike (about 6.5 miles total), the trail only has short ups and downs. It is even one of my mother's favorite trails. She hiked it a few years ago with a torn meniscus in one knee and MCL in the other!
OK Slip Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in New York along with Niagara. The trail can be muddy with recent showers but there are no rock scrambles.
Let's Go Outside!
– Join us for a hands-on celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a cherished tradition in China honoring family, friends, and the bountiful fall harvest. In this family-friendly activity, participants of all ages will create their own decorative crafts inspired by the full moon and autumn harvest. Learn about the history and customs of this important holiday, share stories of gratitude and good fortune, and take home a special creation to light up your own celebration. – The Saratoga Book Festival (SBF) is an annual community-wide celebration of books in downtown Saratoga Springs, New York. Our mission is to encourage a lifelong love of reading and promote greater literacy for all. For one glorious weekend each year, SBF brings writers, book lovers, and reluctant readers together for thoughtful conversations, fascinating interviews, book talks, readings, workshops, youth program, and more. Held in venues throughout downtown Saratoga Springs, SBF features contemporary and literary fiction; popular genres such as fantasy/sci-fi, suspense, historical fiction, and crime fiction; nonfiction (including current events, history, science, and cooking/lifestyle); memoir; and children’s and young adult literature. Over 30 Sessions City-Wide!
Join us for a special screening of Calico Rebellion: The Anti-Rent War and the Second American Revolution, an award-winning documentary that brings to life one of New York’s most dramatic but often overlooked chapters of history. In thefirst half of the 19th century, tenant farmers in New York State revolted against the patroon system—a system of land ownership implemented by the Dutch in New Netherland that prohibited farmers from owning their land outright—disguising themselves in calico gowns and leather masks to demand change. Their struggle, known as the Anti-Rent War, helped shape the future of American democracy and land ownership. Following the film, the filmmaker and members of the production team will lead a moderated discussion with the audience, offering insight into the making of the film, the legacy of the Anti-Rent movement, and the descendants who continue to preserve this story today. This program is presented as part of New York State History Month, a time to celebrate and reflect on the people, events, and movements that shaped our state and nation. |
October 6, 2025(12 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center Recommended for ages 18+ Your budget is a key that opens doors, guiding you to your money goals. Get ready to take control of your finances and your future! Find out how to: – This October, celebrate Fire Safety Month with us in the City Park! Kids will have the chance to meet our local firefighters, hear about the important work they do, and learn safety tips that can help keep the whole family safe. If available, a fire truck will also be on-site for an exciting up-close look (not guaranteed). Come join the fun, ask questions, listen to stories, and discover how firefighters help protect our community every day. – Homeschoolers ages 13-19 are invited to meet in the Teen Center to socialize and try an activity. Start spooky season off right! Come join us to make some adorable autumn critters out of clay. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library This introduction to using a computer will cover basic vocabulary, using a mouse and keyboard, searching the internet, creating an email account, and creating and saving documents. The event is hosted by the Warren County One Stop Career Center and will be held at 333 Glen St., Suite 300, Glens Falls, NY 12801. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Little Yogis" ages 3-4 years old will meet on the following dates at 2:00 pm:
9/15: Enjoy a hot air balloon adventure with a raccoon!
9/22: First day of Autumn:Good Bye Summer, Hello Autumn Wear a fall leaf color! 9/29: Apple picking with mice! 10/6: Fire prevention week with Pete the Cat! 10/20:Whose hands are these? Celebrate Community helpers! 10/27: Halloween with Froggy. Wear a Halloween shirt! Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Yogi Explorers" ages 5-12 years old, will meet on 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20 and 10/27 at 2:45 pm. Follow Jack and Annie on a 6-week Magic Tree House Yoga Adventure!
Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Kids in grades K-6 are invited to join us for our weekly free art program. Enjoy a different open-ended art project each week featuring a variety of art styles and materials. No sign up required. Baseball and New York City (NYC) have shared a love affair like no other—full of big players, big deals, big heartbreaks, and big comebacks! Throughout the evening, John Thorn, the official historian of Major League Baseball (MLB), will bring this epic romance to life. From the city's early courtship with the game to their dramatic breakups and joyful reunions, Thorn will reveal how NYC and MLB shaped each other's history—and captured the hearts of millions. The night kicks off with a reception at 5 p.m. when attendees can explore baseball treasures from the New York State Library, New York State Museum, and New York State Archives. State Librarian Lauren Moore will deliver opening remarks at 6 p.m., followed by Thorn’s talk covering the history of baseball in NYC from its earliest days to 1962, when, via the Mets, NYC again became a two-horse town. Afterward, New York State Museum historian Steve Loughman will take the mic to lead a lively conversation and audience Q&A with Thorn. "Whether you're a lifelong baseball fan, a proud New Yorker, or love a great story, this program promises history, heart, and a whole lot of fun," says Moore. About the PresenterJohn Thorn is in his fifteenth year as the Official Historian of Major League Baseball. His many baseball books over the past five decades include Total Baseball, Treasures of the Baseball Hall of Fame, Baseball in the Garden of Eden, and Our Game, which also supplies the title for his blog. Registration required: Hudson Crossing Park Explore the park after dark! Join us each month for an inclusive evening adventure on or near the full moon. As the sun sets and the moon rises, the park comes alive in subtle ways, and this program invites guests of all ages to discover the secret life of crepuscular animals- creatures most active during the twilight hours. Take a guided walk through Hudson Crossing Park and search for signs of some of our quietest neighbors: deer, foxes, raccoons, bats, rabbits, and even fireflies. These elusive animals tend to avoid the hustle and bustle of the day, but under the glow of the full moon, they become more active — giving us a rare chance to spot them in their natural element. Space is limited, and registration is required. Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce The Schroon Lake Arts Council is again sponsoring free Monday Night Jam Sessions starting June 2, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Boathouse Theater on Dock Street. These Jams will continue weekly throughout the summer and early into Fall! Enjoy great music from local musicians and sing along! Opportunities for donations and memberships. Come and be part of this great Schroon Lake Arts Council tradition! – Registration required: Adirondack Experience Museum Acclaimed historian and author Phil Terrie, has spent more than 50 years exploring the meaning of wilderness in the Adirondacks—both in archives and in the woods. Terrie will discuss his newest book, Wild Forest Lands, a blend of memoir, New York history, and meditation that revisits the region’s literature and history while reflecting on how his own views have evolved. Rich with detail, his work grapples with the enduring power of the Adirondacks and what it truly means to preserve something wild. |
October 7, 2025(18 events) – Mah Jongg is an absorbing tile game of skill and chance. Please bring your own current year’s card. This group meets every Tuesday from 10 am to noon Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Take a fall nature walk with our educations to learn new things about the flora and fauna of Saratoga PLAN’s lovely Orra Phelps Preserve.  – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Join SSPL in partnership with Crandall Library for this Banned Books Week tie-in program as we work with attorney, Stephanie "Cole" Adams to discuss how we cultivate a commitment to democracy, civil discourse, and the Right to Read. She will discuss the legal underpinnings of libraries in New York, the legal concepts behind the Right to Read, and concrete actions we can take to protect it as a community. Attendees will receive a worksheet of "Twenty Tips" that will break down the legal concepts into talking points and guidance for making decisions. Everyone, from readers to teachers, librarians and community members, is welcome! Please register online through our Events Calendar at www.sspl.org or scan the QR Code for a direct link. Registration requested: Caldwell-Lake George Library LARAC is proud to announce Community Art Grants are available for 2026! A general information session will be held at Caldwell-Lake George Library on Tuesday, October 7th at 11:00 am. For over 25 years these grants have been available through LARAC and the New York State Council on the Arts, through the Statewide Community Regrant program with support from the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. These grants are awarded annually to Warren and Washington county artists, non-profit organizations, municipalities, and groups. For more information and to RSVP contact outreach@larac.org. https://www.larac.org/grants – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park – Join us every Tuesday in October for Folklore & Frost, a local documentary series exploring the rich history and mysterious tales of Northern New York. Each episode highlights historic sites where unexplained occurrences and ghostly legends are part of everyday life. From haunted inns and old courthouses to mysterious apparitions and strange happenings, these stories bring the past—and the paranormal—to life. Schedule:
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community. – Saratoga National Historical Park Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer leads a guided tour of the fields where the Battle of Bemus Heights - the second battle of Saratoga - was fought on October 7, 1777. The battle was one of the most decisive American victories of the Revolutionary War and put an end to the British scheme to capture Albany. Major new information has reshaped our understanding of Benedict Arnold's role in the battle, and discussing his heroism in the fight will be a highlight of the tour. No sign-up required; those interested should meet at "The Tide Turns" parking lot (stop 5); the tour will last for about one hour. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Learn what Podcasts are and where to find them! Podcasts are an increasingly popular form of entertainment and a great source of information on all kinds of topics. In this lecture, you'll learn more about these audio programs available on the internet: why people listen to them, where you can find them, and what the most popular ones are. This class will be held at the Glens Falls Senior Center, 380 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 12801 Registration is required. Please call The Glens Falls Senior Center at (518)793-2189 to register. This Senior Planet from AARP class is being offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. – Registration required: The Conkling Center Lindsay Stanislowsky from the Alzheimer’s Association of NENY joins us to discuss how dementia affects independence. Four steps to help with daily activities, tips to make activities meaningful, and providing the right amount of support. A person living with dementia often wants to stay independent for as long as possible. Caregivers can learn how to balance safety and manage expectations to support independence at every stage of the disease. – (USA, 2024/2025, various, color, NR) Films by Eric Ayotte, Patricia Dalton, Hannah DeGarmo, Paul-Hudson Erwin, Peggy Lynn, Josiah Macica, Clara Riedlinger, and Kevin Rogan. The Folklife Center at Crandall Public Library presents the premiere for Local Solutions in the Champlain Adirondack Biosphere, a video documentary series filmed and produced by the Folklife Center. Begun in 2024, the series begins to provide an intimate look at the positive activities that move us towards a more sustainable future in our regional biosphere. Several independent filmmakers lent their vision to individual topics. Each episode is very different, and about 15 minutes in length. The Folklife Center see this series as an ongoing project, with plans to add to it annually. Our hopes are to help contribute to a deeper understanding of our region, with a more complicated, grassroots sense of place. – This club for kids ages 10 & up meets in the community room with an instructor on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. – Teens ages 13-19 are invited to meet in the Teen Center for LGBTQI+ conversation and a colorful craft. This month, these tealight skulls will give your space the perfect spooky ambience! – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Here is your opportunity to learn a new language! This monthly series, for kids in grades K-6, will introduce them to American Sign Language. This month will feature basic signs and bingo. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Join us this October for a month of chills and thrills! Each week we’ll gather to discuss a different horror book, from eerie classics to modern nightmares. Whether you’re a seasoned horror fan or just dipping your toes into the shadows, come share your thoughts, favorite scares, and theories with fellow readers. Travel through time as we look at how horror has evolved over the years—from gothic classics to modern-day terrors. – (USA, 2024/2025, various, color, NR) Films by Eric Ayotte, Patricia Dalton, Hannah DeGarmo, Paul-Hudson Erwin, Peggy Lynn, Josiah Macica, Clara Riedlinger, and Kevin Rogan. The Folklife Center at Crandall Public Library presents the premiere for Local Solutions in the Champlain Adirondack Biosphere, a video documentary series filmed and produced by the Folklife Center. Begun in 2024, the series begins to provide an intimate look at the positive activities that move us towards a more sustainable future in our regional biosphere. Several independent filmmakers lent their vision to individual topics. Each episode is very different, and about 15 minutes in length. The Folklife Center see this series as an ongoing project, with plans to add to it annually. Our hopes are to help contribute to a deeper understanding of our region, with a more complicated, grassroots sense of place. Registration required: Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory Jeffrey Miller—ASC&O Board Member, St. Lawrence University Radio astronomers have long had to deal with human-created sources of interference when scanning the heavens: radio transmissions, microwave ovens, Wi-Fi routers, cell phones. As technology advances it creates more problems for astronomers trying to understand the nature of the Universe. Satellites in orbit around the Earth have frequently caused streaks on photographs taken through large visible-light telescopes, but with the increase of large “satellite constellations” we are now also seeing interference at radio wavelengths. St. Lawrence University astronomer Jeffrey Miller will talk about some of these sources of radio telescope interference, and the measures that astronomers are undertaking to protect the darkness of the night. |
October 8, 2025(9 events) – Saratoga National Historical Park Have you ever wondered what plants and creatures you are seeing as you traverse the park or your own backyard? Join us for a nature walk where Park Rangers will discuss park species, identification, and natural resource management. Saratoga is home to thousands of species of flora and fauna. We would like to introduce you to some of the citizen science programs that can be used for collecting observations while in the park or in your backyard. You can become a citizen scientist by participating in programs such as: iNaturalist, Seek, eBird, Nature's Notebook under the National Phenology Network, and Audubon's Christmas Bird Count. Having observations from data collected by volunteer citizen scientists, will help inform park resources staff about invasive species, population dynamics, time-sensitive interactions, range limits, species diversity, and the changing climate. Observations that are collected in the park will be compared to existing data. Data collected can also be used at the state and national level. Park Rangers will demonstrate how to use these applications during the program. Meet at the Visitor Center to join the hike and be prepared to walk 2 miles on uneven terrain. – Registration required: Schroon Lake Public Library Join us for this two-day workshop as we create cross-stitch ornaments for your fall décor. The class will run Wednesday October 8th and 15th. All supplies are and included and the class is free. Class size is limited so be sure to call the library to reserve your spot at 518-532-7737, ext. 13. Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step to every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: "if you aim for nothing, you'll hit it every time." Find out how to reach your dreams. – Do you have questions about your smartphone, tablet, or other device? We can help! Drop-in with your device for answers and advice from a Crandall librarian. Everyone is welcome. How it works: This session will begin with a short tutorial on the day's Bonus Topic, followed by a Q&A period for any tech-related questions that you have. Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to enjoy while you learn and get your questions answered. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your relevant devices and passwords. Keep in mind: Help during the Q&A period is limited to 10 minutes when others are waiting. We offer 30 minute 1-on-1's by appointment for more in-depth help. Today's Bonus Topic is a Senior Planet from AARP class offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park This workshop, led by Skidmore Professor Michael Marx, focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice. – Join us for a special event at the library where we will livestream the Southern Adirondack Library System's talk with Mary Roach, author of Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law. This event is free and open to all! Thanks to the Southern Adirondack Library System and NEA's Big Read! – Registration required: sdm246@cornell.edu  Let's go outside!
– Join us as we kickoff our yearlong Big Read program with a virtual author talk with Mary Roach. Click here for the Zoom registration link to watch from home. The zoom link will be emailed to you closer to the event date. Prefer not to watch on your own? Register here to join our watch party at the Library at 6:00 p.m. in the Holden Room. Join us in reading The Big Read selection, Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach, and then participate in programs that revolve around the theme of Our Nature: How our physical environment can lead us to seek hope, courage, and connection. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. |
October 9, 2025(15 events) – On the second Thursday of each month The Hyde Collection waives the admission fee for all visitors! – Join us every Thursday morning for storytime where we read stories, enjoy play time, make new friends, dance, create crafts, and enjoy snack. Share the magic of the library with your child! Registration required: Warren County Career Center Join this engaging workshop to learn about the skills that are most valued by business leaders, yet are under developed in employees. Learn why these skills are critically important, how to develop them, and the influence of AI.
– Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Register for this more casual, and self-led workshop with some guidance from local artists. – Registration required: The Conkling Center Katie Boyle from Warren County Health Services/Public Health joins us with helping the senior community talk more confidently with healthcare providers about their care. What is health literacy? This round table discussion will help explore what health literacy means to you and your family, address questions you may have, and provide helpful resources to navigate healthcare. – Families with children of all ages are invited to participate in this drop-in art studio workshop to examine artwork and play with materials. The Richards Library (Warrensburg) TRL Book Club will be discussing The Woman – Join us for our weekly after school group for kids ages 8-12, featuring various activities, games, and/or crafts chosen by the group. To be held in the Children's Activity Rooms. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library The theme for this session is Genre—a writing element that delves into audience, tones, moods and writing patterns. This workshop is geared toward helping patrons choose and identify their writing genre(s). This Creative Writing Group offers a free and inclusive space to write and receive feedback from creative writing peers, if you would like to share your work, which is not required. Registration is required. We hope you can join us! Refreshments provided. –
 – Paint and decorate a foamcore tombstone with us. We'll learn to recognize basic historical tombstone shapes and iconography, brainstorm some clever epitaphs, then make realistic or goofy tombstones to take home. Makes an excellent party decoration (or use it to add some year-round creepy ambience to that space that needs something different). This program is part of our weekly Teen Group, a social club for teens, ages 13-19. Meet in the Teen Center for a different activity every week. Arts and crafts, acting games, cooking classes, book talks, gaming, art walks, and more. No registration required. Free. Hillview Free Library (Diamond Point) Join us, the first Thursday each month, for a friendly game of Scrabble! We begin at 6:30pm, and play until all the tiles are done. High score takes home a prize! For teens & adults. Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Since publishing in 2015, Leigh Bardugo’s highly popular Six of Crows has taken the world of YA literature by storm–and it’s not hard to see why. The complex fantasy setting, thoughtfully-structured magic system, and deliciously morally gray characters all collide in a world you won’t want to leave and you don’t have to! Join us as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author herself, celebrating the release of her Six of Crows (The Dregs Edition), Thursday October 9th at 7 PM ET via digital live-stream. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/lakegeorgelibrary/95702 – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Since publishing in 2015, Leigh Bardugo’s highly popular Six of Crows has taken the world of YA literature by storm–and it’s not hard to see why. The complex fantasy setting, thoughtfully-structured magic system, and deliciously morally gray characters all collide in a world you won’t want to leave and you don’t have to! Join us as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author herself, celebrating the release of her Six of Crows (The Dregs Edition). Ketterdam: a bustling hub of international trade where anything can be had for the right price—and no one knows that better than criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker. Kaz is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams. But he can't pull it off alone. . . . |
October 10, 2025(5 events) – Registration required: Schroon Lake Public Library This 5-week class will introduce you to acrylic painting. Learn about the supplies needed, tricks and techniques, and walk through the painting process from start to finish with local artist Duke Connor. All materials are supplied and the class is free. Class size is limited so please call the library to reserve a seat at a518-532-7737 ext. 13. All participants must be able to attend all 5 sessions, weekly, last class is November 7. Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Welcome to all preschool aged children to enjoy their mornings in nature! We start with a brief walk, gather around for story time, and finish the morning with a nature themed-craft.  Registration required: New York State Museum Step into the Ice Age of eastern New York with Curator of Archaeology Dr. Jonathan Lothrop on a special behind-the-scenes tour of the Corditaipe site collections at the New York State Museum. The Corditaipe archaeological site is an Ice Age encampment located in the upper Mohawk Valley, the homelands of the Oneida Nation. Since 2019, New York State Museum archaeologists and volunteers have been re-investigating the Corditaipe site to better understand its age and the nature of the Indigenous encampments. Join Dr. Lothrop to hear about our fieldwork to date and initial insights on life in the Ice Age of eastern New York. – The Richards Library (Warrensburg) At the Warrensburg Recreation Field Pavilion |
October 11, 2025(11 events) – Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy New York State experiences a significant fall bird migration, offering fantastic birding opportunities. Join a Naturalist on the Cat Mountain trail along Edgecomb Pond to observe and record a diverse range of birds from waterfowl to raptors and songbirds. This 1.5 mile out and back hike will be relatively flat and provide ample time for observing species to later upload to eBird. Prior birding experience is not necessary and binoculars will be available for use. – Local authors will be share about grief and resilience. Copies of the books will be available to purchase. – Saratoga National Historical Park Renowned blacksmith Jymm Hoffman will demonstrate 18th century techniques at the forge. Living Historian Anne Clothier will share the stories of Women in Healing from the time of the Battles of Saratoga. Living Historian Sara Evenson will discuss and demonstrate 18th century food. The Saratoga County 250th Commission will be there with their tent full of fun activities for the whole family! And you can visit General Philip Schuyler’s home. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Saturday Crafting: Easy felt pumpkins perfect for fall center pieces, decor or as gifts. – Saratoga National Historical Park Tour Stops 2, 3, & 6More soldiers return to Saratoga! The park will host three small encampments on the original 1777 Revolutionary War battlegrounds. At Benedict Arnold's headquarters (tour road stop 2), Continental soldiers from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont will encamp within the American defenses, ready to defend against any British invasion. At Bemus Heights (tour road stop 3), New York's Continental artillery corps will ensure that no Redcoats pass the high bluffs and march on to conquer Albany. At Freeman's Farm (tour road stop 6), British soldiers of His Majesty's 24th Regiment will be on hand to restore legitimate government to the rebellious American colonies. All camps are free to visit and open to the public during the dates and times listed above. Soldiers will fire cannons and muskets throughout the event and perform other martial activities, while they and the camp's followers will cook food and sew clothing throughout the event. Make sure to ask the reenactors lots of questions! – – Registration required: Hillview Free Library (Diamond Point) In this fun, hands-on program, become a detective and examine artifacts from the 19th & 20th centuries for clues about their purpose in the past. Participants will learn about antique household objects, that they have likely never seen before. Recommended for ages 5+. Registration required: Town of Chester Library  Join us for a screening of Tales of Gay Albany. This documentary by Adam VanBuren shares the voices and experiences of community members who built joy and connection in Albany’s gay nightlife scene of the 1980s and 1990s. Following the screening, filmmaker Adam VanBuren and NYSM Senior Historian Ashley Hopkins-Benton will lead a discussion on the power of community storytelling and the importance of preserving LGBTQ+ history. – Sean Gaskell will perform and provide an educational demonstration featuring the instrument. He plays songs on the kora- a 21 stringed West African harp. Many songs featured on the kora preserve an 800 year history dating back to the founding of the Mande empire. – |
October 12, 2025(6 events) – The Adirondack Experience The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake ADKX is pleased to welcome year-round Adirondack Park residents, with free admission on the second and fourth Sunday each month. Proof of residency such as a driver's license is required. – Saratoga National Historical Park Tour Stops 2, 3, & 6More soldiers return to Saratoga! The park will host three small encampments on the original 1777 Revolutionary War battlegrounds. At Benedict Arnold's headquarters (tour road stop 2), Continental soldiers from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont will encamp within the American defenses, ready to defend against any British invasion. At Bemus Heights (tour road stop 3), New York's Continental artillery corps will ensure that no Redcoats pass the high bluffs and march on to conquer Albany. At Freeman's Farm (tour road stop 6), British soldiers of His Majesty's 24th Regiment will be on hand to restore legitimate government to the rebellious American colonies. All camps are free to visit and open to the public during the dates and times listed above. Soldiers will fire cannons and muskets throughout the event and perform other martial activities, while they and the camp's followers will cook food and sew clothing throughout the event. Make sure to ask the reenactors lots of questions! – World Awareness Children's Museum Free Day! Visit the museum for free today, thanks to Stewart's Holiday Match and all who contributed! We are pleased to offer these free days from 10am-3pm once per month. Donations are appreciated but not required. – Saratoga National Historical Park Historian, blogger and reenactor Sherman Lohnes will present a brief history of the comings and goings of Brigadier General James Brickett and his Massachusetts militia troops during the siege of Saratoga in October 1777. – Join us for screenings of the compelling documentary featuring Americans Who Tell the Truth artist Robert Shetterly and the inspiring lives of his portrait subjects. Also visit the installation Americans Who Tell the Truth now on display at the John Brown Farm State Historic Site, Lake Placid, NY. |
October 13, 2025(4 events) – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Join us for an autumn tree identification program that will include a scavenger hunt in Congress Park! We will collect leaves and learn about the different trees that call the park home, then participate in a craft! Program is best suitable for children ages 3-9. – This group meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in the community room. Writers of all styles and genres are welcome. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park  Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce The Schroon Lake Arts Council is again sponsoring free Monday Night Jam Sessions starting June 2, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Boathouse Theater on Dock Street. These Jams will continue weekly throughout the summer and early into Fall! Enjoy great music from local musicians and sing along! Opportunities for donations and memberships. Come and be part of this great Schroon Lake Arts Council tradition! |
October 14, 2025(15 events) – Mah Jongg is an absorbing tile game of skill and chance. Please bring your own current year’s card. This group meets every Tuesday from 10 am to noon – Saratoga National Historical Park Discover the Siege of Saratoga. Following their defeat in the Battle of Bemus Heights, Burgoyne’s army struggled to retreat. They made it this far before being surrounded by superior American forces, beginning the short but unpleasant siege. Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer will lead a walking tour from the Saratoga Monument through part of Burgoyne’s camp. Take a walk and learn about the history of the Delaware & Hudson Rail Trail. The trail travels the railbed of the former Delaware & Hudson Railroad, known locally as the Slate Picker, which stretched 26 miles through the Slate Valley. This program will originate at the access point directly adjacent to the Slate Valley Museum. Park in the museum lot and meet right outside the museum's front entrance! Registration required: Warren County Career Center
– Join us every Tuesday in October for Folklore & Frost, a local documentary series exploring the rich history and mysterious tales of Northern New York. Each episode highlights historic sites where unexplained occurrences and ghostly legends are part of everyday life. From haunted inns and old courthouses to mysterious apparitions and strange happenings, these stories bring the past—and the paranormal—to life. Schedule:
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community. Registration required: The Richards Library (Warrensburg) Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library In our October session of Paint with Patrice, we will be painting Whimsical Pumpkin. Create highlights and shadows to enhance the shape of this pumpkin. Make it whimsical with the addition of a curly stem and leaves. This workshop will be held on October 14th at 2:00 pm, and class size is limited to 8 participants; all abilities are welcome. All supplies and instructions provided. This event is free thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Lake George Library. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Please note: Registration for this event opens on October 1st. We are asking all paint class participants to choose one paint class per month. You can be added to the waitlist for additional classes and attend if there is room. Thank you for helping us ensure that everyone who wants to has an opportunity to attend. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Join us for our monthly thematic book discussion! Each month we explore a new theme through thought-provoking books and lively conversation. October's theme Autumn Reads. Suggested Titles – October's Theme: Autumn Reads
– (USA, 2024, 90 mins, color, R) Written and Directed by Jesse Eisenberg; starring Kieran Culkin (2025 OSCAR, GOLDEN GLOBE, SUNDANCE, BAFTA, and SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARD WINNER) Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. - RottenTomates.com “Eisenberg uses this cockeyed version of a road movie to tell a funny, moving, casually profound story about family, friendship, the weight of the Jewish past, the weight of everyone’s past and the different ways one deals with suffering.” John Powers, NPR, 10/30/24 – This club for kids ages 10 & up meets in the community room with an instructor on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library The Graphic Novel Book Club is an ongoing monthly group where we will read and discuss a graphic novel and then do an art project or activity relating to the book. Each month features a different graphic novel chosen by the group to read. Our selection for this month is Dracula's Brunch Club by Brian Gosnar and Keenan Gaybba. After registering for the program, come to the Children's Desk any time before the date of the program to pick up a free copy of the book to keep! For kids who are currently in grades 5-7. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library This October, join us for a month of chilling conversations as we dive into the darkest corners of horror fiction. Each week features a new theme sure to thrill, terrify, and spark lively discussion. From restless spirits to things that go bump in the night, we’ll discuss tales of ghosts, hauntings, and otherworldly terrors. – (USA, 2024, 90 mins, color, R) Written and Directed by Jesse Eisenberg; starring Kieran Culkin (2025 OSCAR, GOLDEN GLOBE, SUNDANCE, BAFTA, and SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARD WINNER) Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. - RottenTomates.com “Eisenberg uses this cockeyed version of a road movie to tell a funny, moving, casually profound story about family, friendship, the weight of the Jewish past, the weight of everyone’s past and the different ways one deals with suffering.” John Powers, NPR, 10/30/24 – Registration required: Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) This is a hands-on workshop with instruction in rhythmic handclaps (palmas), arm movements (braceo), body posturing (marcaje), and footwork (taconeo) tailored to the participants experience level. The class is supportive and fun, and flamenco technique is woven into a short choreography. By the end of the class the participants will be able to “perform” a simple choreographed dance. |
October 15, 2025(6 events) – Crandall Public Library Folklife Center Are you interested in your family history but have no idea where to start? Has your genealogy research recently hit a brick wall? You can’t trace your immigrant ancestor back to her country of origin? Do you want to learn how to use our online databases (Ancestry, fold3, HeritageQuest) more effectively? Volunteer genealogists Lisa Dougherty & Judith Harper can help. They have many years experience, helping patrons trace their families, using both conventional methods and online resources. Wednesdays - May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug 20, Sept 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17 2025 The Folklife Center’s Research Room The Folklife Center, celebrating 30 years as a library department 1993-2023, is funded in part by the New York State Council on the Arts - Folk Arts Program, with the support of the Governor’s office and the NYS Legislature. – Do you have questions about your smartphone, tablet, or other device? We can help! Drop-in with your device for answers and advice from a Crandall librarian. Everyone is welcome. How it works: This session will begin with a short tutorial on the day's Bonus Topic, followed by a Q&A period for any tech-related questions that you have. Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to enjoy while you learn and get your questions answered. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your relevant devices and passwords. Keep in mind: Help during the Q&A period is limited to 10 minutes when others are waiting. We offer 30 minute 1-on-1's by appointment for more in-depth help. Today's Bonus Topic is a Senior Planet from AARP class offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park This workshop, led by Skidmore Professor Michael Marx, focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice. – Registration required: Saratoga National Historical Park Experience the ambiance of an 18th Century house in the evening with a special candlelight tour through the Schuyler House! Entry is by tours only which will be held from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Reservations are required for this special event. Visitors should be aware that the candlelight tours are low light and may make walking through the house challenging for some visitors. Capacity limits will be in effect for safety and protection of visitors and the historic resource. – The Caldwell-Lake George Library Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15th at 6:30 pm to discuss The Last Devil to Die by Richard Osman. It's rarely a quiet day for the Thursday Murder Club. Shocking news reaches them—an old friend has been killed, and a dangerous package he was protecting has gone missing. The gang's search leads them into the antiques business, where the tricks of the trade are as old as the objects themselves. As they encounter drug dealers, art forgers, and online fraudsters—as well as heartache close to home—Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim have no idea whom to trust. With the body count rising, the clock ticking down, and trouble firmly on their tail, has their luck finally run out? And who will be the last devil to die? The group gathers at 6:30 pm and discussion begins at 7:00 pm. New members are always welcome. |
October 16, 2025(15 events) – Registration encouraged, but not required: Warren County Career Center Location: Crandall Library Businesses Attendees: Arrow Financial, Saint-Gobain, Peckham Industries, Visiting Nurses Home Care, Crisafulli Brothers, NYS Department of Corrections & Community Supervision, NYS Department of Civil Service, HRC Home Care, Upstate Transit of Saratoga, US Army, Trustco Bank Job Openings: Electronic Banking Specialist Corrections Officer Parole Officer Teller Coater Operator HHA/PCA Physical Therapist Project Coordinator Infrastructure Engineer Heavy Equipment Mechanic Truck Driver General Manager RN/LPN/CAN, Service/Schedule Coordinator, NYS Government, Mechanic, School Bus Driver, Wash Bay Technician Customer Service Representative And More! Important Information:
– Registration required: Up Yonda Farm Young Learners (ages 5-7) will explore the role of adaptations in different animals in the forest food web while elementary students (ages 8-10) will learn about the influence of habitat limitations on wildlife populations. $5 per person in addition to Day Use Fee. Members Free. – Join us every Thursday morning for storytime where we read stories, enjoy play time, make new friends, dance, create crafts, and enjoy snack. Share the magic of the library with your child! Registration required: Warren County Career Center Statistics show that approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to screen candidates for job opportunities. Find out how you can prepare and hear suggestions for getting the most visibility out of your online application.
– Are your ancestors lost, invisible or misbehaving? Sooner or later every genealogist seems to hit a dead end in their research. On the first and third Thursday of each month from 1:00-2:30pm, Caldwell-Lake George Library will offer genealogy help. This is an informal drop-in, one-on-one meeting to discuss ways to overcome or move around problems in researching ancestors. We do not do genealogical research for you, but our experienced volunteers will suggest ways and sources to help you find answers. We can also help if you are using a database like Ancestry or Family Search and need a little insight on how it works. Registration required: Warren County Career Center Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired which can be used in a different job. Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer's problem. Learn ways to research the employer's needs then identify and show them that you have these skills.
– Registration required: Crandall Public Library Curious about ChatGPT? Come to this class and learn the most applicable ways to use this A.I. in your daily life. The class will focus only on ChatGPT and teach you how to use it efficiently for various tasks such as resume building, research, letter writing and more. You will also learn the limitations and other considerations when using generative A.I. Please bring your own device to practice. If you do not have a device, laptops can be signed out at the reference desk before the class. (You will need your license and library card to borrow a laptop.) – Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC) In this informal group critique, artists are invited to bring in one to two pieces of their work, either completed or in process, to be constructively critiqued by their peers in a supportive, encouraging environment. This drop-in program is free and open to all artists. You do not have to be a LARAC member to attend. – Join us for our weekly after school group for kids ages 8-12, featuring various activities, games, and/or crafts chosen by the group. To be held in the Children's Activity Rooms. – – Join Lower Adirondack Pride for a Community Mixer and experience the treasures of Glens Falls while meeting amazing people in your community! Mingle, chat, and make new connections—no cost, no registration, just good vibes and great company! – Good people, great snacks, and a classic movie. Come hang with us! Social club for teens, ages 13-19. Meet in the Teen Center for a different activity every week. Arts and crafts, acting games, cooking classes, book talks, gaming, art walks, and more. No registration required. Free. – Hillview Free Library (Diamond Point) Gift Yourself an Hour of Peace with soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, Tibetan bowls & more. Bring your yoga mat, pillows & blankets, or sit in one of our chairs. Robin Jay, World Peace®Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Sound Healer, will be your guide. $8.00 suggested donation. |
October 17, 2025(5 events) – Saratoga National Historical Park Visit with a park ranger at the Saratoga Surrender Site in Schuylerville, NY to learn more about the surrender of General Burgoyne and his forces. Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Beyond Job Searches: Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. It’s more than finding jobs; it’s a pivotal force propelling higher salaries and career advancement. Networking is the workout regimen your career muscle craves. Join us for an approachable journey to networking. Get up close with history! Meet Senior Historian Aaron Noble across from our George Washington: An American Paradox exhibit, explore powder horns from the Museum’s collection, and let the kids enjoy a hands-on coloring activity. Ask questions, explore, and have fun with the past! Registration encouraged: Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History (LARCH) This ghostly multi-media program will take you on a journey through the haunts in your backyard and around the world. Join us for a trip through the unusual and the unexplained. Speaker Jeff Belanger pulls from 25 years of research and writing as a storyteller, adventurer, journalist, and the author of over a dozen books published in six languages. He is also the Emmy-nominated host, writer, and producer of the PBS and Amazon Prime series New England Legends and the weekly New England Legends podcast. He’s the writer and research for the Ghost Adventures series, and he’s been a guest on hundreds of television and radio networks and programs. |
October 18, 2025(9 events) – Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy Join a Naturalist on a hike at The Pinnacle Preserve observing how the local trees are changing before winter, and learn some Adirondack tree identification. This hike is rated moderately challenging with rewarding views of Lake George to the east and the southern Adirondacks to the west. 3 miles round-trip. – Tri-County Community DaysResidents of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties receive FREE admission with proof of residency and by providing an email address. – Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce Classic cars, live music, food trucks, kids' carnival, pumpkin patch, bounce houses, and more! Car show starts at 10 am. Family Fun 11 am - 2 pm. Sponsored by the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 518-532-7675 for more informtion. – – – Registration required: Hillview Free Library (Diamond Point) Kids become chefs in this tasty culinary story hour! Enjoy a reading of "The Boy Who Wanted to Cook" then whip up some fresh cream to top your fruit tart creation! Participants will also decorate a Chef bandana. Recommended for ages 4+ – Love all things Jane Austen or just curious about how people dressed in Regency Era England? Come learn from representatives Nancy Duell and David Shapard of the Jane Austen Society of North America, about dress making and fashion from this classic Era. Nancy and David will explain the process of dressmaking, highlight fashion for the time and bring in demos of the dresses she's made herself. Wearing your favorite Jane Austen fashion is encouraged! Part of the Jane Austen: 250 Years of a Literary Icon series, this program celebrates the cultural impact of Jane Austen’s work. – Celebrate the end of the harvest and the end of our regular season with a traditional barn dance right in the museum's Dutch style barn! Contra Dance Lesson (for all ages) from 2-3pm Featuring caller Fern Bradley and live music by traditional celtic band Hudson River Ceili. Registration required: Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) at the Arthur Zankel Music Center, 815 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs This evening-length performance is a band-generated theatrical experience, featuring music from Caroline Shaw and Sō Percussion’s Grammy-winning album Rectangles and Circumstance, as well as their first album Let the Soil Play Its Simple Part, with an interlude from Shaw’s pop duo Ringdown. Beginning with a lone spotlight on Shaw singing “I’ll Fly Away,” the performance builds as musicians gradually introduce lights and inventive instruments, culminating in an ecstatic full-ensemble experience featuring up-tempo songs like “Sing On” and “To the Sky”—a dazzling blend of DIY design and original music. In celebration of the Tang Museum’s 25th anniversary, this presentation of Who Turns Out the Light continues a long-standing artistic partnership between Sō Percussion and the Tang. The performance is co-presented with Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), which joins as a community partner during renovations of the Spa Little Theater—helping maintain strong connections to the region through collaborative programming. |
October 19, 2025(7 events) – Tri-County Community DaysResidents of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties receive FREE admission with proof of residency and by providing an email address. – – Celebrate National Chemistry Week at the New York State Museum! Join chemists from the Eastern New York Local Section of the American Chemical Society for a free, family-friendly event exploring this year’s theme, The Hidden Life of Spices. Experience hands-on experiments, interactive demonstrations, and fun chemistry activities that reveal the science behind the flavors and aromas we encounter every day. Discover how chemistry shapes the world around us! – Registration required: Hudson Crossing Park Join the garden keepers on a seed collection expedition in the park. Learn how to collect, store, stratify, scarify and winter sow seeds for growing your own native plants.
RSVP requested: Adirondack Interpretive Center With the guidance of mushroom enthusiast Sandy Bureaus, head out for an afternoon of mushroom hunting along the AIC trails. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned forager these walks will help expand your knowledge into the mysteries of mycology. Walks will be held every third Sunday at 1pm starting in May and continuing through October. Registration is not required but encouraged. Saratoga National Historical Park When Burgoyne’s army surrendered at Saratoga, the agreement was that they could return to Europe. But Congress intervened, claiming that Burgoyne broke the deal himself by not surrendering all the stuff he was supposed to. Or did he? This program examines how a tiny uniform detail broke our nation's first treaty. Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer has called Saratoga National Historical Park home for more than two decades. Eric’s immense knowledge of military history and 18th century material culture, which have made him one of the foremost experts on the Saratoga Campaign, come together perfectly in this talk. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Bonjour! Kids in PreK–2nd grade are invited to join us for a playful introduction to the French language and culture. Through games and hands-on activities, children will learn basic French words and phrases while exploring the culture of this beautiful language. |
October 20, 2025(7 events) – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Little Yogis" ages 3-4 years old will meet on the following dates at 2:00 pm:
9/15: Enjoy a hot air balloon adventure with a raccoon!
9/22: First day of Autumn:Good Bye Summer, Hello Autumn Wear a fall leaf color! 9/29: Apple picking with mice! 10/6: Fire prevention week with Pete the Cat! 10/20:Whose hands are these? Celebrate Community helpers! 10/27: Halloween with Froggy. Wear a Halloween shirt! Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Yogi Explorers" ages 5-12 years old, will meet on 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20 and 10/27 at 2:45 pm. Follow Jack and Annie on a 6-week Magic Tree House Yoga Adventure!
Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Kids in grades K-6 are invited to join us for our weekly free art program. Enjoy a different open-ended art project each week featuring a variety of art styles and materials. No sign up required. Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce The Schroon Lake Arts Council is again sponsoring free Monday Night Jam Sessions starting June 2, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Boathouse Theater on Dock Street. These Jams will continue weekly throughout the summer and early into Fall! Enjoy great music from local musicians and sing along! Opportunities for donations and memberships. Come and be part of this great Schroon Lake Arts Council tradition! Registration required: Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory Aileen O'Donoghue—ASC&O Board Member, St. Lawrence University On the 8,800 foot peak of Cerro Pachón in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory has begun it’s ten-year mission to observe the southern sky. The unique, specially designed 3,000 megapixel camera sensor array will conduct a wide-field survey of the universe that will be deeper and wider than all previous surveys combined. Unlike other telescopes, Rubin’s telescope will not target specific objects, but will survey the sky in a predetermined cadence of observations at different sky positions in a varying pattern of order, duration, and filters. In this way, it will obtain images applicable to different scientific questions from finding slow-moving asteroids near Earth to characterizing distant galaxies and quasars forming near the beginning of time. The repetition of observations over ten years will allow astronomers to spot changes in appearance and behavior of objects too slow to be detected by traditional observatories. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library From the closet to marching proudly in the streets, the LGBTQ+ rights movement has come a long way. What gave people the courage to push forward when the risks—social, legal, and personal—were so high? The modern Pride movement stands as both a celebration and a call to action. What moments defined this movement, and who were the changemakers that helped shape the evolution of Pride into what it is today? Presented by Cam Cardinale, President of Lower Adirondack PRIDE Registration is required: www.lwvsaratoga.org/events Part Two of a series presented by League of Women Voters |
October 21, 2025(14 events) – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park  – Mah Jongg is an absorbing tile game of skill and chance. Please bring your own current year’s card. This group meets every Tuesday from 10 am to noon Registration required: Warren County Career Center Statistics show that approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to screen candidates for job opportunities. Find out how you can prepare and hear suggestions for getting the most visibility out of your online application.
– Registration required: The Conkling Center  – Join us every Tuesday in October for Folklore & Frost, a local documentary series exploring the rich history and mysterious tales of Northern New York. Each episode highlights historic sites where unexplained occurrences and ghostly legends are part of everyday life. From haunted inns and old courthouses to mysterious apparitions and strange happenings, these stories bring the past—and the paranormal—to life. Schedule:
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community. – Join us for our monthly book discussion group. This month we be discussing Tracy Chevalier’s book, Remarkable Creatures. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Concerned about privacy? Unsure about accepting cookies? Come learn about some essential privacy tips! In this introductory lecture, we’ll review how ads target us online, how to limit tracking, where to find browser settings and extensions to better control how our information is shared. We’ll also discuss some of the key features of password managers and why they’re a safe and secure option. This Senior Planet from AARP class is being offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register for this event. – (USA, 2024, 107 mins, color, R) Directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie; produced by Kellen Quinn (2024 SUNDANCE WINNER, BEST DIRECTOR, 2025 OSCAR NOMINEE, BEST DOCUMENTARY) In 2021, evidence of unmarked graves was discovered on the grounds of an Indian residential school run by the Catholic Church in Canada. After years of silence, the forced separation, assimilation and abuse many children experienced at these segregated boarding schools was brought to light, sparking a national outcry against a system designed to destroy Indigenous communities. Set amidst a groundbreaking investigation, Sugarcane illuminates the beauty of a community breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma and finding the strength to persevere. - RottenTomatoes.com “Sugarcane is as harrowing as it is vital. It’s a remarkably explicit consideration of intergenerational trauma that manages to center specific suffering without forgoing any aspects of the conditions that birthed such violence.” Kyle Logan, Chicago Reader, 8/13/24 – This club for kids ages 10 & up meets in the community room with an instructor on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Celebrate Jane Austin's 250th birthday by making a T shirt with a famous quote and heat transfer vinyl! Fill out this form with your T shirt size. All skill levels are welcome, but some familiarity with Design Space is helpful. Basic computer skills are required Please bring a laptop or tablet that is compatible with Design Space (no Chromebooks). Crandall has a very limited number of laptops available. Please note in the reservation if you would like to borrow one and we will try to accommodate you. Anyone who has a Cricut or ideas to share, please bring them! If you have your own Cricut and laptop/device that you would like to bring, contact Autumn directly. Part of the Jane Austen: 250 Years of a Literary Icon series, this program celebrates the cultural impact of Jane Austen’s work. – Come for a fun time filled with an obstacle course, throwing games, and more! For families with kids ages 12 and under. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library This October, join us for a month of chilling conversations as we dive into the darkest corners of horror fiction. Each week features a new theme sure to thrill, terrify, and spark lively discussion. Slashers, survivors, and the characters who fight back—let’s talk about horror’s most iconic trope. – (USA, 2024, 107 mins, color, R) Directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie; produced by Kellen Quinn (2024 SUNDANCE WINNER, BEST DIRECTOR, 2025 OSCAR NOMINEE, BEST DOCUMENTARY) In 2021, evidence of unmarked graves was discovered on the grounds of an Indian residential school run by the Catholic Church in Canada. After years of silence, the forced separation, assimilation and abuse many children experienced at these segregated boarding schools was brought to light, sparking a national outcry against a system designed to destroy Indigenous communities. Set amidst a groundbreaking investigation, Sugarcane illuminates the beauty of a community breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma and finding the strength to persevere. - RottenTomatoes.com “Sugarcane is as harrowing as it is vital. It’s a remarkably explicit consideration of intergenerational trauma that manages to center specific suffering without forgoing any aspects of the conditions that birthed such violence.” Kyle Logan, Chicago Reader, 8/13/24 Come join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. You don’t need to read the book to come to our meetings.  |
October 22, 2025(8 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Beyond Job Searches: Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. It’s more than finding jobs; it’s a pivotal force propelling higher salaries and career advancement. Networking is the workout regimen your career muscle craves. Join us for an approachable journey to networking. – Do you have questions about your smartphone, tablet, or other device? We can help! Drop-in with your device for answers and advice from a Crandall librarian. Everyone is welcome. How it works: This session will begin with a short tutorial on the day's Bonus Topic, followed by a Q&A period for any tech-related questions that you have. Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to enjoy while you learn and get your questions answered. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your relevant devices and passwords. Keep in mind: Help during the Q&A period is limited to 10 minutes when others are waiting. We offer 30 minute 1-on-1's by appointment for more in-depth help. Today's Bonus Topic is a Senior Planet from AARP class offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Fall Themed Paint and Sip (coffee and tea). Minimum age 14 – Registration required: Crandall Public Library This workshop is designed to introduce fun and simple exercises that will ignite participants' interest in drawing—specifically in the process and act of drawing itself. Each workshop will have a different theme. For this session, we will focus on Halloween-themed activities (specifically quick drawing exercises in the style of Lynda Barry, Ivan Brunetti, etc.). This program is for adults and teens of all levels of expertise. Supplies will be provided. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Lake George Town Historian Margaret Mannix will present part two of Down Memory Lane: The Road to Lake George on Wednesday, October 22nd, at 6:30 pm at Caldwell-Lake George Library. Our trip down memory lane will travel down the East side of Canada Street. This presentation is a compilation of the memories of places and people who lived and worked there. Many of the businesses are gone but not forgotten. We welcome discussion and hope that you will share your memories with us! Space is limited; please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library You are invited to be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way. Malala reintroduces herself to the world, sharing how she navigated life as someone whose darkest moments threatened to define her narrative—while seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is. Wednesday October 22nd at 7 PM via digital live-stream. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/lakegeorgelibrary/99211 – Registration required: Crandall Public Library You are invited to join us online and be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way. Malala reintroduces herself to the world, sharing how she navigated life as someone whose darkest moments threatened to define her narrative—while seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is. Thrust onto the public stage at fifteen years old after the Taliban’s brutal attack on her life, Malala Yousafzai quickly became an international icon known for bravery and resilience. But away from the cameras and crowds, she spent years struggling to find her place in an unfamiliar world. Finding My Way is a story of friendship and first love, of anxiety and self-discovery, of trying to stay true to yourself when everyone wants to tell you who you are. In it, Malala traces her path from high school loner to reckless college student to a young woman at peace with her past. Through candid, often messy moments like nearly failing exams, getting ghosted, and meeting the love of her life, Malala reminds us that real role models aren’t perfect—they’re human. Finding My Way is a vulnerable, surprising memoir that buzzes with authenticity, sharp humor, and tenderness. It is an intimate look at the life of a young woman taking charge of her destiny and is a deeply personal testament to the strength it takes to be unapologetically yourself. Register now for an online conversation you cannot miss! Registration is required and a high speed internet connection is recommended. Register for this author talk and check out other online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/crandalllibrary Programs will be recorded and available to view at a later date. |
October 23, 2025(13 events) – Join us every Thursday morning for storytime where we read stories, enjoy play time, make new friends, dance, create crafts, and enjoy snack. Share the magic of the library with your child! Registration required: Warren County Career Center – Join us for Big Kid Club! Enjoy games, music, art, STEM, and more! Great for ages 6-12. – Registration required: The Conkling Center Jennifer Goodwin of Neighbors NY joins us at The Conkling Center for Life Hacks for Seniors. You may never have thought to use rubber bands, paper clips, and panty hose like this! Learn how to use a variety of items to assist with safe home organization, help with dressing, and tools for shower safety. Also hints for hearing and vision impaired, and much more! Items will be displayed, and some items will be given away.  Registration required: The Richards Library (Warrensburg) – Join us for our weekly after school group for kids ages 8-12, featuring various activities, games, and/or crafts chosen by the group. To be held in the Children's Activity Rooms. –
Our next Project Local exhibition features the art of Ottavia Huang. Ms. Huang’s art was recently featured in Lake George Journey: An Alphabet Adventure, on sale now at the library and other local businesses. A reception honoring her will be held on Thursday, October 23rd at 6:00 pm.
The artist reflects. “My work captures urban and natural landscapes, emphasizing peace and tranquility. Using watercolor and pen, I create spontaneous, light-filled sketches that serve as documentations of my travels and explorations of New York as my newfound home. I aim to convey the beauty of nature through on-location sketches, portraying both the physicality and the emotions of every scene. Beyond landscapes, I explore connections and emotions in daily life, depicting bonds between friends, loved ones, and furry companions. Each sketch aims to evoke the serenity and emotional depth experienced in each moment, represented by light, transparent colors and simple lines.
Ms. Huang’s art will be on display until the end of November. Stay tuned for a watercolor and ink workshop, too! This exhibition is held in partnership with the Lake George Arts Project.
– Registration required: Crandall Public Library Beyond the Panels is monthly graphic novel book group. Each month, participants read a graphic novel and come to discuss it. The first 6 participants to sign up will receive a copy of the graphic novel to keep. Live, laugh, shed blood. Dexter meets Richard Scarry’s Busy, Busy Town in this twisted debut graphic novel! – Come make cute littles out of puzzle pieces! (And perhaps a new Labookmark?!) Just in time for Halloween. Need any help prepping your costume? We'll help with that, too! Social club for teens, ages 13-19. Meet in the Teen Center for a different activity every week. Arts and crafts, acting games, cooking classes, book talks, gaming, art walks, and more. No registration required. Free. Registration required: Saratoga National Historical Park On October 7, 1777, the Second Battle of Saratoga began in field of ripening wheat at Stop 5 along today’s Battlefield Tour Road. By the end of the day, the United States had achieved a monumental victory which resulted in the surrender of General Burgoyne’s army 10 days later. However, questions have remained on how the battle unfolded. How exactly were the contending forces arrayed? How did the American Army achieve victory on that October day? In the fall of 2021, a team of researchers, archaeologists, and military veterans assembled at Saratoga National Historic Park under the auspices of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) to look for answers to some of these questions. Ben Powers will share how the project played out and what was discovered during this three-week exploration. Ben resides in Texas with his wife, K.C., and four children, Arthur, Michaela, Emma, and Jordan. He holds a master’s degree in strategic leadership from American Military University and served 24 years in the United States Army, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. Ben is an author, YouTuber, and President of the Board of Directors of the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery Project (AVAR). He participated in fieldwork in Barber’s Wheatfield on the Saratoga Battlefield in the fall of 2021. Support for the Fall Lecture Series is provided by Friends of Saratoga Battlefield. Reservations are required due to limited space. Email us (SARA_Reservations@nps.gov) to reserve your seat! – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park On this nighttime hike you will look and listen for owls while learning about their amazing adaptations as nocturnal predators. Participants will take home an owl pellet to dissect and discover the diet of an owl and identify bones of its prey! |
October 24, 2025(3 events) Registration required: New York State Museum Have you ever seen a nearly two-foot-long walking stick? Or a beetle as large as the palm of your hand? Did you know that an adult insect's life span can be as short as twenty minutes or as long as 50 years? Join New York State Entomologist, Dr. Timothy McCabe, as he reveals more incredible insects and fun facts on a tour of the New York State Museum’s Entomology collection. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park On this nighttime hike you will look and listen for owls while learning about their amazing adaptations as nocturnal predators. Participants will take home an owl pellet to dissect and discover the diet of an owl and identify bones of its prey! |
October 25, 2025(4 events) – Join the New York State Museum for an afternoon of Halloween fun! Create creepy art projects, play ghoulish games, see spooky science specimens, go wild on the dance floor, and so much more. Costumes are encouraged—there will be a children’s costume parade at 2 p.m. to end the festivities. Come out for a spooktacular time! Note: This program does not provide any candy or snacks. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park This workshop, led by Skidmore Professor Michael Marx, focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice. – It’s our annual Trunk or Treat event (rain or shine). Dress up in your Halloween best and Trick-or-Treat among decorated vehicles. This event is open to all ages. This event is not possible without the support of our community bringing a decorated vehicle and treats. Register your vehicle! – Join us for the spookiest night of the year at HCP! From 4pm-6pm, carve pumpkins with us at the pavilion before lining the Sensory Trail with everyone's glowing creations. Once the sun goes down, take a stroll down the trail... If you dare! Details: Come for the carving, stay for the glow, and make some fall memories with us at Hudson Crossing Park! |
October 26, 2025(3 events) Join author Mark Ferrara, Professor of English at State University of New York at Oneonta and author of The Raging Erie: Life and Labor Along the Erie Canal (Columbia University Press, 2024) to discuss his recent book and some of the stories of the people who lived and worked along the banks of the canal, emphasizing the forgotten role of the poor and working class in this epochal transformation. Brian Keough, New York State Archivist will talk about and show examples of records documenting New York's canals from the earliest Erie Canal surveys to the completion and operation of the Barge Canal spanning 1794–1958 (bulk 1817–1926) and totaling over 2,560 cubic feet. These archival documents are part of the holdings of the New York State Archives and Records Administration, part of the Office of Cultural Education in the State Education Department. Join Toss the Feathers for Musical Postcards from Irish Albany & Troy, a lively program of traditional Irish music, stories, and song that celebrates the remarkable history of the Irish people in the Upper Hudson Valley. Presented on the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal’s opening, this concert shines a spotlight on the thousands of Irish immigrants whose labor and spirit helped carve the Canal into existence. Through music, stories, songs, and slides that bring history to life, audiences will travel back to a time when Irish voices and fiddles echoed along the waterways of Albany and Troy. Presented as part of New York State History Month and the Erie Canal Bicentennial, this special concert honors the enduring legacy of Irish culture and community in New York State. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Join Chef Steve Sutliff to explore all things pumpkin! Kids entering grades 3–6 will get creative with hands-on pumpkin decorating and learn some fun pumpkin facts along the way. |
October 27, 2025(5 events) – This group meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in the community room. Writers of all styles and genres are welcome. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Little Yogis" ages 3-4 years old will meet on the following dates at 2:00 pm:
9/15: Enjoy a hot air balloon adventure with a raccoon!
9/22: First day of Autumn:Good Bye Summer, Hello Autumn Wear a fall leaf color! 9/29: Apple picking with mice! 10/6: Fire prevention week with Pete the Cat! 10/20:Whose hands are these? Celebrate Community helpers! 10/27: Halloween with Froggy. Wear a Halloween shirt! Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Caldwell-Lake George Library is excited to continue our popular children's yoga storytime program, Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! Our "Yogi Explorers" ages 5-12 years old, will meet on 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20 and 10/27 at 2:45 pm. Follow Jack and Annie on a 6-week Magic Tree House Yoga Adventure!
Our instructor will combine children's books and popular yoga poses to engage children physically and encourage mindfulness. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. Space is limited! Wear comfy clothes! Our instructor, Bridget Epiphanie is a certified Cosmic Kids Yoga instructor with extensive training in children's anatomy, postures and physical development.
– Kids in grades K-6 are invited to join us for our weekly free art program. Enjoy a different open-ended art project each week featuring a variety of art styles and materials. No sign up required. Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce The Schroon Lake Arts Council is again sponsoring free Monday Night Jam Sessions starting June 2, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Boathouse Theater on Dock Street. These Jams will continue weekly throughout the summer and early into Fall! Enjoy great music from local musicians and sing along! Opportunities for donations and memberships. Come and be part of this great Schroon Lake Arts Council tradition! |
October 28, 2025(12 events) – Mah Jongg is an absorbing tile game of skill and chance. Please bring your own current year’s card. This group meets every Tuesday from 10 am to noon Registration required: Warren County Career Center Join us for this informal glimpse into potential stumbling blocks to finding a job and some resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Whether you're facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns, or more - we're here to help connect you to resources!
– Join us every Tuesday in October for Folklore & Frost, a local documentary series exploring the rich history and mysterious tales of Northern New York. Each episode highlights historic sites where unexplained occurrences and ghostly legends are part of everyday life. From haunted inns and old courthouses to mysterious apparitions and strange happenings, these stories bring the past—and the paranormal—to life. Schedule:
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community. – Registration required: The Conkling Center Tom Lynch and Teri Rogers, authors of Ward G. Shippey: Adirondack Architect, will present the life and career of this famous Glens Falls architect and his iconic designs throughout the local area, the Adirondacks, and the Catskills. Lynch, who is Shippey's grandson, has preserved his grandfather's vast collection of architectural drawings and photographs. Copies of the book will be available for $30 outside of The Conkling Center.  Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step to every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: "if you aim for nothing, you'll hit it every time." Find out how to reach your dreams. – (Bhutan, 2023, 107 mins, color, Dzongkha (w/ English Subtitles) and English, PG-13) Directed by Pawo Choyning Dorji; starring Tandin Wangchuk, Deki Lhamo and Harry Einhorn The Monk And The Gun captures the wonder and disruption as Bhutan becomes one of the world's youngest democracies. Known throughout the world for its extraordinary beauty and its emphasis on Gross National Happiness, the remote Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan was the last nation to connect to the internet and television. And if that weren't enough change, the King announced shortly afterwards that he would cede his power to the people via their vote and a new form of government: Democracy. - RottenTomatoes.com “An unexpectedly suspenseful shaggy dog story, as well as a pretty funny one, with subtly pointed barbs about American politics.” Michael O’Sullivan, Washington Post, 2/5/24 – This club for kids ages 10 & up meets in the community room with an instructor on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us for needle felting at the library on Tuesday, October 28th at 6:00 pm. Needle felting is a craft that uses specially designed notched needles to sculpt wool into shapes and designs. The notches on the needles tangle the wool fibers, causing them to interlock and form firm structures. This versatile craft allows you to create anything from simple 2D flat pieces to intricate 3D sculptures. Michele will guide us through the process of creating cute little ghosts! All supplies and instruction are provided. If you have crafted with us before, feel free to bring supplies. This event is free, but space is limited; call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library This October, join us for a month of chilling conversations as we dive into the darkest corners of horror fiction. Each week features a new theme sure to thrill, terrify, and spark lively discussion. When horror leaps from the page to the screen—what works, what doesn’t, and which versions haunt us the most? – (Bhutan, 2023, 107 mins, color, Dzongkha (w/ English Subtitles) and English, PG-13) Directed by Pawo Choyning Dorji; starring Tandin Wangchuk, Deki Lhamo and Harry Einhorn The Monk And The Gun captures the wonder and disruption as Bhutan becomes one of the world's youngest democracies. Known throughout the world for its extraordinary beauty and its emphasis on Gross National Happiness, the remote Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan was the last nation to connect to the internet and television. And if that weren't enough change, the King announced shortly afterwards that he would cede his power to the people via their vote and a new form of government: Democracy. - RottenTomatoes.com “An unexpectedly suspenseful shaggy dog story, as well as a pretty funny one, with subtly pointed barbs about American politics.” Michael O’Sullivan, Washington Post, 2/5/24 – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park  |
October 29, 2025(8 events) – Registration required: Crandall Public Library The ability to spot a scam is an essential digital skill. In this lecture, we’ll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. We’ll look at sample emails, texts, and deepfakes to see how AI contributes to the increased spread and complexity of scams. We’ll also provide helpful resources for staying informed about the latest scams. This Senior Planet from AARP class is being offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. This class will be held at the Queensbury Senior Center, 742 Bay Rd., Queensbury, NY 12804. Registration is required. To register please call the Queensbury Senior Center at 518-761-8224. – Do you have questions about your smartphone, tablet, or other device? We can help! Drop-in with your device for answers and advice from a Crandall librarian. Everyone is welcome. How it works: This session will begin with a short tutorial on the day's Bonus Topic, followed by a Q&A period for any tech-related questions that you have. Feel free to bring your own bag lunch to enjoy while you learn and get your questions answered. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your relevant devices and passwords. Keep in mind: Help during the Q&A period is limited to 10 minutes when others are waiting. We offer 30 minute 1-on-1's by appointment for more in-depth help. Today's Bonus Topic is a Senior Planet from AARP class offered through the Senior Planet licensing program. Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor court with a tale that is both timely and timeless. We invite you to sit down with us for an intriguing conversation with Gregory about her newest novel Boleyn Traitor (out October 14, 2025) on Wednesday October 29th at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/lakegeorgelibrary/96288 – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor Court with a tale that is both timely and timeless. We invite you to sit down with us for an intriguing conversation with Gregory about her newest novel Boleyn Traitor (forthcoming October 14, 2025). Jane Boleyn watches from the shadows of the Tudor Court, where secrets are currency, every choice is dangerous, and even the faintest whisper can seal the fate of queens. For Jane, survival demands playing every role required of her: a loving wife who conceals her doubts, a devoted sister to Anne Boleyn at the height of her power, and an obedient spy who carefully wields her words. But in a court ruled by ambition and a tyrant’s sword, Jane must rely on her sharp wit and skillful maneuvering to outthink those around her, knowing that one wrong move could cost her everything. With a rich tapestry of new historical insights and lyrical language honed over decades of writing, Gregory's return to the Tudors is a new definition of this most fascinating era. As the world becomes more extreme and unpredictable, Jane’s story of survival and ingenuity offers a compelling parallel, serving as both a powerful historical narrative and an echo of the challenges we face. This is a riveting tale of loyalty and betrayal, ambition and love—one that should not be missed by readers this fall. Register today for this exciting glimpse into the perilous 16th century royal court! Registration is required and a high speed internet connection is recommended. Register for this author talk and check out other online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/crandalllibrary Programs will be recorded and available to view at a later date. – Registration required: Crandall Public Library Minimum age 14 Join Master Gardeners to explore two methods for harvesting your garden seeds to save for yourself and to return to the Seed Library. Participants are welcome to bring some of their own plants for practice or previously saved seed for an impromptu seed swap. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library In this painting class, we will be painting a customizable Jack O' Lantern with local artist Morgan Taylor. Follow along as Morgan demonstrates color, layering, gradients, and other acrylic painting techniques. Participants will take home their very own painting at the end of the class. The workshop will take place on October 29th at 6:00pm. Class size is limited to 12 participants, and all skill levels are welcome. All supplies and instruction will be provided. This event is free. Donations are not required, but always appreciated. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register.Please note: Registration for this event opens on October 1st. We are asking all paint class participants to choose one paint class per month. You can be added to the waitlist for additional classes and attend if there is room. Thank you for helping us ensure that everyone who wants to has an opportunity to attend.
– Registration required: Crandall Public Library Step into Regency England with a twist of terror. In this one-shot role-playing game, players will take on the roles of characters straight out of a Jane Austen novel—navigating ballrooms, family scandals, and complicated romances. But beneath the polite conversations and genteel manners lies an undercurrent of unease. Using the suspenseful Dread system (where a tumbling Jenga tower determines your fate), every decision carries risk. Will you secure love and fortune—or fall victim to secrets best left buried? No experience necessary. Beginners welcome! Part of the Jane Austen: 250 Years of a Literary Icon series, this program celebrates the cultural impact of Jane Austen’s work. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park |
October 30, 2025(9 events) – Join us every Thursday morning for storytime where we read stories, enjoy play time, make new friends, dance, create crafts, and enjoy snack. Share the magic of the library with your child! – Registration required: The Conkling Center Social Security Scams, Benefits and More. Hosted by two of the Glens Falls Social Security staff, Graeme Dinneen and Erin Gadjos. Join us as they provide a benefits overview and updates regarding Social Security benefits. They’ll also discuss Social Security related scams, and steps you can take to protect yourself from potential fraud. Finally, they’ll be answering your general questions.  – Join us for Big Kid Club! Enjoy games, music, art, STEM, and more! Great for ages 6-12. – Get ready for some frightfully fun times at our annual Tween-O-Ween celebration!! Put on your spook-tacular costume and join us for our annual Tween-O-Ween party. Show off your scariest evil laugh, play monstrously fun games, and enjoy a cauldron full of activities and treats. It’s going to be a scream! For Kids in grades 4–6 – Registration required: The Richards Library (Warrensburg) Registration required: Saratoga National Historical Park What did it take for a six-man crew to fell trees in frigid 18th century Saratoga? How did African (American) women master the arduous task of laundry day at the Schuyler Estate? How did Lewis, one of General Philip Schuyler's coachmen, earn a shoutout from Benjamin Franklin for his skilled maneuvering of rural roads? Join us as we dig deeper into the tools, knowledge, natural objects and skills that local enslaved people mastered while in bondage and piece together what 18th and early 19th century life might have been like for African Americans in Saratoga and Washington counties. Dr. Shanleigh Corrallo is a scholar of African American history who has applied her research to positions in academia, government and public policy, and community advocacy. Through her work, Corrallo has developed programs and implemented policies that restore and uplift diverse communities across New York State that have been negatively impacted by social, economic and legal injustice. In her current role as a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow, she works with Skidmore College and the New York State Division of Parks and Historic Preservation to unearth and document the lives of individuals enslaved in Saratoga and Washington Counties, New York. In addition to collaborating with the NYS Office of Parks on a portfolio of projects commemorating 400 years of presence and contributions of African Americans in the State, Corrallo has developed an oral history series with local descendants that will be housed at Skidmore College. Outside of the fellowship, Corrallo is working on a book project with the University of Rochester Press on the Black Power Movement in Buffalo and Rochester, New York. Dr. Corrallo lives in the beautiful town of Schodack Landing, New York, with her beloved dog, husband, chickens and gardens. Support for the Fall Lecture Series is provided by Friends of Saratoga Battlefield. Reservations are required due to limited space. Email us (SARA_Reservations@nps.gov) to reserve your seat! – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library We are excited to welcome Dan Berggren to the library for a bit of storytelling and music on Thursday, October 30th at 6:30 pm. Dan Berggren is a tradition-based songsmith who writes with honesty, humor and a strong sense of place. His songs explore the many dimensions of home, hard working folks, taking care of our planet and each other. Dan’s roots are firmly in the Adirondacks where he was raised on land that had been in the family for five generations, but his music has branched out across many borders. For over 50 years he has entertained U.S. audiences from New York to Minnesota and Texas, and overseas in Europe and Central Africa.
The award-winning musician and educator held various jobs before devoting his life to music full-time: working in the woods with a forest ranger and surveyor; radio producer, writer and announcer for the American Forces Network Europe;and professor of audio and radio studies at SUNY Fredonia. Dan is currently co-hosting Folk Club Kids, a weekly live and live-streamed program for pre-schoolers at Caffe Lena, and owns Sleeping Giant Records which has produced over twenty albums of original and traditional folk music. We hope you will join us in welcoming Dan to the library. Space is limited, please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register.
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October 31, 2025(2 events) – Step back in time and join us for a fascinating 30-minute gallery tour of the Cohoes Mastodon, one of the New York State Museum’s most treasured fossils, led by NYSM Director of Research and Collections and Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology, Dr. Robert Feranec. Discovered in 1866 during the construction of Harmony Mill No. 3 near Cohoes Falls, this impressive creature stood about eight-and-one-half feet high and weighed between 8,000 and 10,000 pounds. During the tour, you'll learn about the mastodon’s life 13,000 years ago, uncover the research behind its unique skeletal features, and explore the distinguishing traits that set mastodons apart from mammoths. Discover the remarkable story of survival, injury, and the ancient world through this iconic relic of our planet’s history! |
November 1, 2025(8 events) Saratoga National Historical Park Want to appreciate the beauty of one of the last later sunrises of the year before the time change? Join Park Volunteer and Photographer David Truland and Park Ranger Kristin Vinduska to welcome a new day at the Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center Lawn on Saturday, November 1 at 7:00 am. Exchange photography tips and experience the beautiful fall scenery highlighted in the day's first golden light. This time of year is especially photogenic because of the fog that blankets the Hudson River first thing in the morning. – Registration required: Up Yonda Farm Come inside our inflatable planetarium, StarLab, to learn to identify some of the constellations in our sky and hear the mythology behind them. Please note that the StarLab is a small space that requires crawling into with seating on the floor. With its acoustics, participants will need to be able to sit quietly for the duration of the program. Recommended for those 7 years of age and older. $5 per person in addition to Day Use Fee. Members Free. – Registration requested: Hillview Free Library (Diamond Point) Learn the traditions of the Mexican celebration of The Day of the Dead. We will read "Mi Familia: Celebrating the Day of the Dead" and then decorate plaster sugar skulls. Pre-Registration appreciated. ALL ages welcomed! Join Perry Ground (Turtle Clan, Onondaga) as he shares Stories from the People of the Longhouse. This engaging storytelling session features traditional Haudenosaunee legends that have been told for hundreds of years. Through these stories, participants will learn about the beliefs, customs, and history of the Haudenosaunee people, gaining insight into a cultural tradition that remains an important part of Haudenosaunee life today. Join Perry Ground (Turtle Clan, Onondaga) to take a fresh look at a familiar holiday. Through stories and discussion, Perry guides participants in exploring the deeper history and culture behind Thanksgiving, uncovering common misconceptions and shedding light on perspectives often overlooked. This session invites curiosity, reflection, and conversation, giving participants a chance to see Thanksgiving through a new lens. – Hillview Free Library (Diamond Point) The Witches bring peace, love, and healing wherever they go with their unique mini production combining sound, music, & dance. Each Witch has their own creative & unique style, & bring a smile to faces wherever they go! $5.00 suggested donation. – Registration required: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park This workshop, led by Skidmore Professor Michael Marx, focuses on the relationship between humans and the natural environment, as you will observe nature around you on a guided walk and come back together for writing exercises and practice. – National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame Join the Museum for Breeders' Cup Saturday featuring a brief handicapping seminar at 3:30 p.m. followed by a Breeders' Cup Viewing Party in the Hall of Fame from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. |
