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SUMMARY:Off The Northway Presentation and Book Signing at Northshire Books
DESCRIPTION:Join us Wednesday\, August 10 at 6pm Off The Northway Presentation and Book Signing at Northshire Books. Longtime local journalist Stephen William will talk about some of the tales that make Saratoga Springs unique\, how the $15 billion GlobalFoundries chip plant came to Saratoga County\, and how the construction of the Northway has changed the county. He will also sign copies of Off the Northway\, a compilation of 83 articles written by Williams from 2005 through 2020 for the Daily Gazette in Schenectady\, NY. The book will be available for purchase. The event is sponsored by and proceeds to benefit the Saratoga County History Center. The event will be held at the Northshire Books\, 424 Broadway\, Saratoga Springs\, NY 12866
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/off-the-northway-presentation-and-book-signing-at-northshire-books/
LOCATION:Northshire Book Store\, 424 Broadway\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T150000
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SUMMARY:Free Music at the Museum Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, August 7 at 3pm for a Free Music at the Museum Concert.  A saxophone quartet comprised of Tracy DeRagon\, Ali DeRagon\, Frank Conti and Dennis Searles\, three veteran North Country professional musicians and a recent Ithaca College graduate.  The quartet will be playing a variety of light classical and unique arrangements of familiar melodies.  The musicians will perform on the front porch of SCHC’s Brookside Museum. Sponsored by the Village of Ballston Spa Arts Council.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/free-music-at-the-museum-concert/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T161505Z
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SUMMARY:Historians' Walking Tours - Schuyler's Saratoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, August 4 at 4pm for the Historians’ Walking Tours – Schuyler’s Saratoga. As part of the Historians’ Walking Tour series\, Sean Kelleher\, Historian for the Town of Saratoga and Vice President at the Saratoga County History Center will lead a walking tour of Schuylerville. Visiting the sites that relate to General Philip Schuyler and his family within the current landscape. Philip Schuyler was an American general in the Revolutionary War and a United States Senator from New York. He established a large plantation in Saratoga and helped develop the area. \nMeet at Schuylerville Veterans’ Memorial Park: US 4 and NY 32 adjacent to Fish Creek Schuylerville\, NY 12871.  Parking is available along the village streets.  The tour distance is expected to be one mile and the duration approximately one hour. The suggested donation is $10 per registration. \n\n\n\nThis Historians’ Walking Tour is sold out\, but there are more Historians’ Walking Tours coming up!\n\nRecommended donation is $10 per group (individual\, couple or family)\, but please input the expected number of people in the group so that we can keep track of numbers.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/historians-walking-tours-schuylers-saratoga/
LOCATION:Schuylerville Veterans’ Memorial Park\, US 4 and NY 32 adjacent to Fish Creek\, Schuylerville\, New York\, 12871
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T170000
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SUMMARY:In the Saratoga Style: Potato Chips and Their Regional Folklore
DESCRIPTION:Photo: George Crum \nJoin us Saturday\, July 30 at 1pm for the opening of the new exhibit\, In the Saratoga Style: Potato Chips and Their Regional Folklore. This exhibit explores the many stories that have claimed to explain the story behind the snack\, from disgruntled customers to kitchen mishaps. The history of the legendary George Crum is examined\, along with his experiences as a cook and outdoor guide of African and Native American ancestry.  Learn more about this contender for the inventor of potato chips\, along with other possible innovators who may have been responsible for the irresistibly crispy potatoes. The exhibit is open to the public Thursday through Sunday\, 1 pm – 5 pm starting July 30. This is an in-person event that will take place at Brookside Museum at 6 Charlton Street in Ballston Spa\, NY 12020.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/in-the-saratoga-style-potato-chips-and-their-regional-folklore/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Herb Garden: There’s More to an Herb Than It’s Name
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, July 29 for Fridays in the Herb Garden: there’s more to an herb than its name. The Saratoga County History Center invites you to join Kathleen Royka\, Master Gardener\, and Thymly Herb’s lead gardener at the museum’s Colonial Herb Garden. This week’s theme “Have you met an Egyptian Walking Onion? Or Good King Henry? Saint John’s-Wort? Each has a story to tell.” \nEach Friday  (July 29 and August 12) will have a different and unusual theme. Questions and discussions about any aspect of gardening\, historic or otherwise\, will be welcome. The programs are free\, though donations are always appreciated. Children are welcome\, and there will be 18th-century toys and games and other activities for them to explore.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/fridays-in-the-herb-garden-theres-more-to-an-herb-than-its-name-2/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T210000
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SUMMARY:Pre-opening showing of new “In the Saratoga Style: Potato Chips and Their Regional Folklore” Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Saratoga County History Center President Field Horne cordially invites you to join an exclusive pre-opening showing of the new “In the Saratoga Style: Potato Chips and Their Regional Folklore” exhibit. The pre-opening exhibition will be held on Thursday\, July 28th from 7pm to 9pm at the Brookside Museum.  This new exhibition explores the many stories that claimed to explain the story behind the snack\, from disgruntled customers to kitchen incidents.  Take a first look at the legendary George Crum’s story\, as well as his experiences as an African and Native American chef and outdoor guide. Learn more about this contender for the inventor of potato chips\, along with other possible innovators who may have been responsible for the irresistible crispy potatoes. \nThis free event will be held at the Brookside Museum\, 6 Charlton St\, Ballston Spa\, NY 12020.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/pre-opening-showing-of-new-in-the-saratoga-style-potato-chips-and-their-regional-folklore-exhibit/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Saratoga County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Saratoga County History Center is partnering with the Saratoga County 250th Commission to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, the Revolutionary War\, and the Independence of the United States. \nJoin us July 19 – July 24 at the Saratoga County Fair!  We will be in the America’s Turning Point Marquee tent. \nSaratoga County will commemorate the battles of Saratoga and other significant events of the Revolution era that took place in what is now Saratoga County. For more information and upcoming events\, please visit www.saratoga250.com.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/the-saratoga-county-fair/
LOCATION:America’s Turning Point Marquee Tent\, The Saratoga County Fair Grounds\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220703T123721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T153556Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Hotels of Old Ballston Spa Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the Hotels of Old Ballston Spa Walking Tour \n \nJoin us Monday\, July 18 at 2pm for the Exploring the Hotels of Old Ballston Spa Walking Tour.  As part of the Historians’ Walking Tour series\, Anne Clothier\, Education Director at the Saratoga County History Center and local author Dave Waite will lead a walking tour of downtown Ballston Spa. Comparing early images and photographs with the current landscape\, the program will focus on the locations of early hotels and the mineral springs that brought people to Ballston Spa from around the world.  Meet at Brookside Museum\, 6 Charlton Street Ballston Spa\, NY 12020. Parking is available at the Museum and along Front Street. Tour distance is expected to be one mile and the duration approximately one hour. The suggested donation is $10 per registration. \nThis event is sold out.  Please click HERE to learn about our next event in this series\, Historians’ Walking Tours – Schuyler’s Saratoga.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/exploring-the-hotels-of-old-ballston-spa-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220708T131316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T131316Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Herb Garden: There's More to an Herb Than It's Name
DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 15 – 2pm Fridays in the Herb Garden: there’s more to an herb than its name. Saratoga County History Center invites you to join Kathleen Royka\, Master Gardener\, and Thymly Herb’s lead gardener at the museum’s Colonial Herb Garden. This week’s theme “Weeds\, or are they? Meet three of New York’s top 10—dandelion\, purslane\, and broad- leafed plantain. Hear their stories. You decide.” \nEach Friday (July 15\, July 29\, and August 12) will have a different and unusual theme. Questions and discussions about any aspect of gardening\, historic or otherwise\, will be welcome. The programs are free\, though donations are always appreciated. Children are welcome\, and there will be 18th-century toys and games and other activities for them to explore.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/fridays-in-the-herb-garden-theres-more-to-an-herb-than-its-name/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T203000
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SUMMARY:Off The Northway Presentation and Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, July 14 at 7pm at the Malta Community Center for an Off The Northway Presentation and Book Signing. Local journalist Stephen William will talk about the long rollercoaster history of the dream\, design\, negotiations for\, and construction of the $15 billion GlobalFoundries semiconductor facility in Malta.  He will also sign copies of Off the Northway\, a compilation of 83 articles written by Steve from 2005 through 2020 for the Daily Gazette in Schenectady\, NY. The Off the Northway book will be available for purchase at $20. The event is sponsored by and proceeds to benefit the Saratoga County History Center. The event will be held at the David R. Meager Malta Community Center at 1 Bayberry Dr\, Ballston Spa\, NY 12020. \n 
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/off-the-northway-presentation-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:Malta Community Center\, 1 Bayberry Dr\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T203000
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CREATED:20220623T172715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T175129Z
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SUMMARY:New Light on Saratoga’s Indigenous Past
DESCRIPTION:New Light on Saratoga’s Indigenous Past \n\nJoin us Tuesday\, July 12 at 7pm for  New Light on Saratoga’s Indigenous Past. Professor Karim Tiro\, of Xavier University\, Cincinnati\, OH is completing a study commissioned by the National Park Service to better understand Saratoga’s Native past. He will share findings about Saratoga’s origins as a fishing station and religious mission; the Oneida refugees at Wilton during the American Revolution; and Atiatoharongwen\, a Saratoga-born Mohawk man of Black and Abenaki parentage whom Washington referred to as a friend.  Dr. Tiro is a historian specializing in North America from the16th through the 19th centuries. His publications include The People of the Standing Stone: The Oneida Nation from the Revolution through the Era of Removal and Along the Hudson and Mohawk: The 1790 Journey of Count Paolo Andreani. This is an in-person event that will take place at Brookside Museum.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/new-light-on-saratogas-indigenous-past/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220621T124510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T130435Z
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SUMMARY:Solomon Northup Scripter Award Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, July 9th at 2pm for the Solomon Northup Scripter Award presentation. In Support of the current Black History exhibit at Brookside Museum\, Melissa Howell\, a Solomon Northup descendant\, has loaned the Scripter Award\, presented on behalf of Solomon Northup by the University of Southern California\, to the Saratoga County History Center\, along with other memorabilia to be displayed. The Award honors Northup and recognizes the work of screenwriter John Ridley who wrote the script for the 2013 movie “12 Years a Slave”.  Ms Howell will present the Award along with a talk entitled “Embracing the Legacy of Solomon Northup” at Brookside Museum. \nReserve your free ticket HERE.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/solomon-northup-scripter-award-presentation/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220602T131737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T131737Z
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SUMMARY:Off The Northway Release Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, June 28th at 7pm for the Off The Northway Release Party \n\n  \nA presentation and book signing by longtime local journalist Stephen Williams\, who wrote Off the Northway is a compilation of 83 articles from the Daily Gazette in Schenectady\,  NY. The Off the Northway book will be available for purchase.  The event will be held at the Brookside Museum at 6 Charlton Street in Ballston Spa\, NY 12020. \nReserve your free ticket at: \nhttps://brooksidemuseum.networkforgood.com/events/44328-off-the-northway-book-launch-and-presentation.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/off-the-northway-release-party/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220405T164435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T133224Z
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SUMMARY:Craft Fair
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URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/craft-fair/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220602T132515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T192354Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled - Saratoga - Las Vegas Connection
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled.  We hope to be able to reschedule soon. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, June 15 at 7pm via Zoom for Saratoga – Las Vegas Connection with Dr. Michael Green\, Associate Professor at University of Nevada\, Las Vegas and Trustee of the Mob Museum in Las Vegas via Zoom\, as part of the Expert Next Door series. Las Vegas is famous for its gangster history\, but … so is Saratoga County! Hear about these underworld connections
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/saratoga-las-vegas-connection/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220310T201741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T201741Z
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SUMMARY:Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL): Garden and Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Garden and Walking Tour is the last in the 5 part series Exploring Local History at Brookside Museum series with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL). \nThis class will provide attendees with background on the history of Brookside Museum\, our exhibits\, collections\, educational programs and research resources. \nRegister directly with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL) at https://www.esc.edu/all/
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/academy-of-lifelong-learning-all-garden-and-walking-tour/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220310T200304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T201646Z
UID:8371-1654606800-1654615800@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL): Research and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Research and Resources is the fourth in the 5 part series Exploring Local History at Brookside Museum series with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL). \nThis class will provide attendees with background on the history of Brookside Museum\, our exhibits\, collections\, educational programs and research resources. \nRegister directly with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL) at https://www.esc.edu/all/
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/academy-of-lifelong-learning-all-research-and-resources/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220519T162832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T163253Z
UID:8647-1654434000-1654444800@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:The British are coming to Ballston Spa!
DESCRIPTION:The British are coming to Ballston Spa! \nSunday\, June 5th from 1-4pm join the local American Revolution living history group\, His Majesty’s Recreated 24th Regiment of Foot for a small encampment. The Noble 24th will be demonstrating 18th century military and non-military British soldier’s activities as well seeking new members interested in getting involved in reenacting one of the England’s most prestigious and well-known regiments.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/the-british-are-coming-to-ballston-spa/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220603T040134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T040134Z
UID:8629-1654268400-1654279200@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Brooks Barbeque at Brookside
DESCRIPTION:For over 40 years\, Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum has provided high-quality K-12 educational programing\, and shared and preserved our local history. This last year we have had exhibits celebrating 100 years of Stewarts ice cream\, Hats\, Black History Experiences in the County\, Mystery Photographs\, Country Stores and County Life in Photographs. We have welcomed school parties and families to Sheep to Shawl. We have had talks and walks. We want to offer more\, and need your support. \nSCHS/Brookside Museum will be selling Brooks’ BBQ chicken dinners to go on Friday\, June 3rd\, 3-6pm for $14. Each dinner will include: \n1/2 chicken\, baked potato\, cole slaw\, and a bread roll \nTake-out only \nPlease call (518) 885-4000 to reserve your meal. \nThere will be a limited number of extra dinners available on the day \nQuestions? Contact donna@brooksidemuseum.org or phone 518-885-4000
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/brooks-barbeque-at-brookside/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220310T200147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T200147Z
UID:8368-1654002000-1654011000@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL): Museum Collections
DESCRIPTION:Museum Collections is the third in the 5 part series Exploring Local History at Brookside Museum series with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL). \nThis class will provide attendees with background on the history of Brookside Museum\, our exhibits\, collections\, educational programs and research resources. \nRegister directly with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL) at https://www.esc.edu/all/
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/academy-of-lifelong-learning-all-museum-collections/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220310T200028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T200042Z
UID:8366-1653397200-1653406200@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL): Survey of Current Exhibits
DESCRIPTION:Survey of Current Exhibits is the second in the 5 part series Exploring Local History at Brookside Museum series with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL). \nThis class will provide attendees with background on the history of Brookside Museum\, our exhibits\, collections\, educational programs and research resources. \nRegister directly with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL) at https://www.esc.edu/all/
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/academy-of-lifelong-learning-all-survey-of-current-exhibits/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220310T195839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T204707Z
UID:8364-1652792400-1652801400@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL): History of Brookside Museum
DESCRIPTION:History of Brookside Museum is the first in the 5 part series Exploring Local History at Brookside Museum series with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL). \nThis class will provide attendees with background on the history of Brookside Museum\, our exhibits\, collections\, educational programs and research resources. \nRegister directly with the Academy of LifeLong Learning (ALL) at https://www.esc.edu/all/
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/academy-of-lifelong-learning-all-history-of-brookside-museum/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220301T133807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T183410Z
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SUMMARY:Sheep to Shawl
DESCRIPTION:Sheep to Shawl Community Day\nMay 15\n1 pm -4 pm\nThe long-running interactive “Sheep to Shawl” program at Brookside Museum returns at the Saratoga County History Center. Sheep\, lambs\, farmers\, herders\, and shearers\, including the famous Fred the Shearer\, and the Rock Day Spinning Guild will assemble on Brookside Museum’s front lawn to demonstrate every facet of sheep raising\, shearing\, and spinning to produce the wool clothing that was so ubiquitous in early America. Sheep to Shawl is an interactive\, family-friendly event.  Young and the young-at-heart will have fun petting the sheep\, meeting farmers\, and participating in demonstrations.  A terrific opportunity to enjoy the spring weather\, learn about Saratoga County’s agricultural past\, and enjoy some quality family time.\n\nWe are grateful for the generous support of Stewart’s Holiday Match.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/sheep-to-shawl-2/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220414T161111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T161111Z
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SUMMARY:Women in War: The Revolutionary Experience – A Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, May 14th at the Saratoga Town Hall in Schuylerville for “Women in War: The Revolutionary Experience – A Symposium.” The Marshall House will bring together regional and nationally-known historians of the American Revolution including keynote speaker\, Dr. Holly Mayer to provide insights into the experiences and actions of some extraordinary women. The symposium is in partnership with the Saratoga County 250th American Revolution Commission and the Saratoga County History Center and will take place at the Saratoga Town Hall in Schuylerville\, NY. \nRegistration is $50 and is required.  Please register at themarshallhouse.org or by calling 518-695-3765 for the entire day\, including lunch\, refreshments\, and a visit to Marshall House.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/women-in-war-the-revolutionary-experience-a-symposium/
LOCATION:Saratoga Town Hall\, Schuylerville\, NY\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220421T155218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T150355Z
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SUMMARY:County Life in Photographs Exhibit Opening
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nJoin us on Friday\, May 5th at 7pm for the opening of the new County Life in Photographs exhibit. The new exhibit includes 26 images of gatherings in Saratoga County between 1870 and 1950\, interpreting the ways in which county residents interacted in social\, political\, and celebratory contexts. A prime example is the panoramic photo of the Jonesville Methodist Church clambake in 1922\, a wildly popular annual event that ran for 66 years until ending in 1962. Most photographs were found in the History Center collection\, while others were provided by town historians. The research was carried out by three students from the history department at Skidmore College.  This is a free in-person event\, sponsored by the Saratoga County History Center\, that will take place at Brookside Museum\, located at 6 Charlton Street in Ballston Spa\, NY 12020.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/county-life-in-photographs-exhibit-opening/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220331T134233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T122225Z
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SUMMARY:Forgotten Crossroads: Rock City Falls
DESCRIPTION:“Forgotten Crossroads: Rock City Falls”\n\nNew Video Release \nTuesday\, May 3 | 7 PM \nThis is the first of a series of “Forgotten Crossroads of Saratoga County” videos\, co-sponsored by the History Center and the Saratoga County History Roundtable. This video on Rock City Falls is designed to document the development of this once vibrant community\, what attracted families to settle here in the late 18th and 19th centuries\, and how it grew around the mills\, taverns\, schools\, stores\, churches\, and farms. The film concludes with a segment on the contemporary community that still works and lives there. \nThis 20-minute video was developed under the leadership of Milton Town Historian Karen Staulters and was produced by Anne Clothier of the Saratoga County History Center. The presentation will include a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the film. Reservations required. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/forgotten-crossroads-rock-city-falls/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220405T131741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T131741Z
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SUMMARY:Quilts of New York and New England with Quilt Expert Deb Grana
DESCRIPTION:“Quilts of New York and New England with Quilt Expert Deb Grana”  \nLearn about the fascinating history of quilts and quilting in the northeast. View original quilts from the presenter’s collection. Participants are welcome to bring your own antique quilts to share with the group and to discover more about their origins. This is a free in-person event\, sponsored by the Saratoga County History Center\, that will take place at Brookside Museum\, located on 6 Charlton Street in Ballston Spa\, NY 12020.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/quilts-of-new-york-and-new-england-with-quilt-expert-deb-grana/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220301T134031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T155606Z
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SUMMARY:Hudson Mohawk Antique Tools and Trades Association
DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, April 24\, 2022 for the“Hudson Mohawk Antique Tools and Trades Association (HMATTA) Meeting featuring a Program and Book Signing with Don Williams.” Join members of HMATTA for their noon swap meet for sales and trades of antique tools in the parking lot. At 1pm the gathering will move indoors for the meeting and a presentation about collecting antique tools with a book signing by Don Williams\, author of Grandfather’s Toolchest. This is an in-person event\, cosponsored by the Saratoga County History Center\, which will take place at the Brookside Museum.
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/hudson-mohawk-antique-tools-and-trades-association/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220405T131944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T131944Z
UID:8454-1650114000-1650121200@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Finding Criminals using DNA from Genealogical Databases
DESCRIPTION:“Finding Criminals using DNA from Genealogical Databases” \nA Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County talk by Tobi Kirschmann\, owner of DNA Investigations in Saratoga Springs. A DNA analyst\, Kirschmann  has decades of experience before starting her own business.  She has been assisting adoptees in locating their biological relatives\, but her preference now is to devote more time working with law enforcement groups in attempting to solve cold cases.  This live event\, co-sponsored by the Saratoga County History Center is at Brookside Museum.  This is a hybrid program and will be available via our Facebook Live (no ticket necessary). https://www.facebook.com/brooksidemuseum/live_videos/
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/finding-criminals-using-dna-from-genealogical-databases/
LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T184152
CREATED:20220301T143939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T144051Z
UID:8266-1649271600-1649277000@brooksidemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Experts Next Door : Episode 19 “The Deepest Devotion (President Ulysses S. Grant)”
DESCRIPTION:Experts Next Door : Episode 19\n“The Deepest Devotion (President Ulysses S. Grant)”\nBen Kemp\, Operations Manager of Friends of Grant Cottage\nIn April\, 2022\, we celebrate 200 years since the birth of famed Civil War general\, and two-term president\, Ulysses S. Grant\, who spent his last days here in Saratoga County at Mount McGregor. \nMr. Kemp will portray President Grant’s eldest son\, Frederick and\, using intimate stories\, Fred will show a different side to President Grant\, and illustrate the intense devotion his father had for his nation and his family. \nTickets are free but donations are always much appreciated. Registration is required. A Zoom link for the event will be sent within 48 hours of the event time. \nRegister for this event at HERE
URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/experts-next-door-episode-19-the-deepest-devotion-president-ulysses-s-grant/
LOCATION:Online
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