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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.
Check back often for updates and let us know what you think!
Events in October 2025
October 11, 2025 (5 events)
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October 11, 2025Saratoga 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.
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October 11, 2025Saratoga National Historical Park
Tour Stops 2, 3, & 6
More 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!
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October 11, 2025
October 11, 2025Registration required: Town of Chester Library
October 11, 2025Join 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.
October 12, 2025 (4 events)
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October 12, 2025The 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.
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October 12, 2025Saratoga National Historical Park
Tour Stops 2, 3, & 6
More 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!
October 12, 2025Saratoga 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.
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October 12, 2025Join 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 14, 2025 (7 events)
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October 14, 2025Saratoga 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.
October 14, 2025Take 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!
October 14, 2025Registration required: Warren County Career Center
- Job interview Preparation 2nd Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
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October 14, 2025Join 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:
- October 7: Folklore & Frost - Unexplained Occurrences
- October 14: Folklore & Frost - The Big County and Beyond
- October 21: Folklore & Frost - Legends of Early Downtown Watertown
- October 28: Folklore & Frost - Haunted Happenings
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community.
October 14, 2025Registration required: The Richards Library (Warrensburg)
October 14, 2025Registration 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.
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October 14, 2025Registration 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 (3 events)
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October 15, 2025Registration 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.
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October 15, 2025The 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 (4 events)
October 16, 2025Registration 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.–
October 16, 2025Are 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.
October 16, 2025Registration 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.
- Acquiring Transferable Skills, 1st Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 3rd Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.
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October 16, 2025October 17, 2025 (4 events)
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October 17, 2025Saratoga 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.
October 17, 2025Registration required: Warren County Career Center
- Networking, 4th Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and 4th Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m
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.
October 17, 2025
October 17, 2025Get 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!
October 18, 2025 (4 events)
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October 18, 2025 – October 19, 2025Tri-County Community Days
Residents of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties receive FREE admission with proof of residency and by providing an email address.
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October 18, 2025Celebrate 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
Contra Dance from 3-5pmFeaturing caller Fern Bradley and live music by traditional celtic band Hudson River Ceili.
October 18, 2025Registration 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 (5 events)
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October 18, 2025 – October 19, 2025Tri-County Community Days
Residents of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties receive FREE admission with proof of residency and by providing an email address.
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October 19, 2025Celebrate 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!
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October 19, 2025Registration 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.
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Adults only
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Group size is limited to 10
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October 19, 2025RSVP 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.
October 19, 2025Saratoga 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.
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October 20, 2025 (3 events)
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October 20, 2025Registration 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.–
October 20, 2025Registration 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.
October 20, 2025Registration 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.
October 21, 2025 (3 events)
October 21, 2025Registration 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.–
October 21, 2025Join 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:
- October 7: Folklore & Frost - Unexplained Occurrences
- October 14: Folklore & Frost - The Big County and Beyond
- October 21: Folklore & Frost - Legends of Early Downtown Watertown
- October 28: Folklore & Frost - Haunted Happenings
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community.
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October 21, 2025Registration 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.
October 22, 2025 (4 events)
October 22, 2025Registration required: Warren County Career Center
- Networking, 4th Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and 4th Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m
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.
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October 22, 2025Registration 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.
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October 22, 2025Registration 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
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October 22, 2025Registration 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 (4 events)
October 23, 2025Registration required: Warren County Career Center
October 23, 2025Registration required: The Richards Library (Warrensburg)
October 23, 2025Our 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.
October 23, 2025Registration 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!
October 24, 2025 (2 events)
October 24, 2025
October 24, 2025Registration 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.
October 25, 2025 (2 events)
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October 25, 2025Join 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.
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October 25, 2025Join 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:
-$10 per pumpkin if you use one of ours (bring your own at no cost!)
-At the end of the night, you can take your jack o’lantern home (or leave it as a special snack for our resident wild life)
-The Sensory Trail is wheelchair and stroller accessible. This event is open to all ages, abilities, and disabilities.Come for the carving, stay for the glow, and make some fall memories with us at Hudson Crossing Park!
October 26, 2025 (2 events)
October 26, 2025Join 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.
October 26, 2025Join 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.
October 27, 2025 (2 events)
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October 27, 2025Registration 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.–
October 27, 2025Registration 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.October 28, 2025 (4 events)
October 28, 2025Registration 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!- Overcoming Barriers to Employment, 4th Tuesdays at 11 a.m.
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October 28, 2025Join 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:
- October 7: Folklore & Frost - Unexplained Occurrences
- October 14: Folklore & Frost - The Big County and Beyond
- October 21: Folklore & Frost - Legends of Early Downtown Watertown
- October 28: Folklore & Frost - Haunted Happenings
Step into the history, hauntings, and folklore of Northern New York and discover the stories that continue to intrigue and mystify the community.
October 28, 2025Registration required: Warren County Career Center
- Setting Employment Goals, 2nd Wednesdays at 10 a.m. or 4th Tuesdays, at 1:30 p.m.
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.
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October 28, 2025Registration 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.
October 29, 2025 (3 events)
October 29, 2025Registration 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
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October 29, 2025Registration 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.
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October 29, 2025Registration 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.October 30, 2025 (3 events)
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October 30, 2025Registration required: The Richards Library (Warrensburg)
October 30, 2025Registration 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!
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October 30, 2025Registration 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.October 31, 2025 (2 events)
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October 31, 2025Step 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!
