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Caffè Lena • The Travelin’ McCourys, with live shows that include some of the best musicians and singers from all genres • 3 & 7 pm • tickets ($45/$40 or $35 for children/students) and info at www.caffelena.org
Helsinki Hudson • Dust Bowl Faeries — a dark-carnival band based in Hudson NY. Their eclectic repertoire of songs draw inspiration from circus, post-punk, Gypsy and Eastern European folk music • 8 pm (doors 6 pm) • info and tickets ($10) at helsinkihudson.com
Hubbard Hall • Adirondack Flutes and Heartwood Recorder Ensemble • 4 pm • Adults $10; Students $5 • info at 518-677-2495 or www.hubbardhall.org
MISC.
SPAC • Enjoy a delicious tea service, to include savory and sweet treats, shop from exciting vendors for holiday gifts, and purchase raffle tickets for fun prizes, to include gift baskets and stuffed animals. Each child receives a raffle ticket for a chance to win a special gift, an American Girl doll • 11 am-1 pm and 3-5 pm • The Hall of Springs • $75 for adults, $25 for children (15 & under)
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Caffè Lena • Open mic night • Sign-up is 7 pm to 7:25 pm Show at 7:30 / 2 songs or 10 minutes • info at www.caffelena.org
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Caffè Lena • The Rochmon Record Club comes together to listen and learn about Carole King’s landmark 1971 album “Tapestry,” one of the best-selling albums of all time written and performed by one of Rock & Rolls best-selling composers, Carole King! A Rochmon Record Club Listening Party is meant to inform and deepen understanding of the history of the individual performers, the songs and the stories that went into the making of the iconic album • presentation at 7 pm (doors 6:30 pm) • tickets ($8) and more info at www.caffelena.org
MISC.
Northshire (Saratoga store) Geyser Road Elementary School: Favorite Books Show. Students from Geyser Road Elementary present projects from their Favorite Books Show. These projects were the culmination of the Parents as Reading Partners Program sponsored by the Parent Teacher Organization. Maybe these projects will inspire your child to try a new book • 5 pm • details at www.northshire.com
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Caffè Lena • monthly (3rd Wed.) Bluegrass Jam hosted by Schroon River String Band. ALL are welcome to join the circle for an evening playing and listening to classic grass and new grass • doors 6:30 pm; music at 7 • info at www.caffelena.org
MISC.
Northshire Saratoga Truth & Tales Reading Group discusses “Dreaming Up America” by Russell Banks • 5:45 pm • at the bookstore • Please email Maeve Noonan at mnoonan@northshire.com to inquire or join this group • www.northshire.com
THURSDAY
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING
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Caffè Lena • Annie & the Hedonists, breezy, fun-loving band led by Annie and Jonny Rosen (also on 11/24) • 8 pm • tickets ($22/$20 or $11 for children/students) and info at www.caffelena.org
THEATER
Ghent Playhouse • “Elves and Shoemaker” (runs Nov. 23-25, Nov. 30 - Dec. 2; Dec. 7-9) • 8 pm
Paramount • comic Gilbert
Gottfried • 8 pm • info and tickets ($25 advance; $30 day of show) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
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Caffè Lena • Annie & the Hedonists, breezy, fun-loving band led by Annie and Jonny Rosen (also on 11/23) • 8 pm • tickets ($22/$20 or $11 for children/students) and info at www.caffelena.org
Ghent Playhouse • “Elves and Shoemaker” (runs Nov. 23-25, Nov. 30 - Dec. 2; Dec. 7-9) • 8 pm
Paramount • Rusty DeWees’ nearly all-new evening
of comedy and music —
If nothing offends you in “The Loggers’ Holiday Variety Show,” you’re not paying attention • 8 pm • info and tickets ($20 – $35) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
FILM
Mahaiwe • film “The Wizard of Oz” (1939). The Mahaiwe continues its annual tradition screening this film over Thanksgiving weekend • 4 pm • $5 kids, or $8 adults • www.mahaiwe.org
MISC.
Northshire (Manchester store) • Special Group Storytime for kids — with Four Authors and Three Books • 11 am • more info at www.northshire.com
Northshire (Saratoga store) Kids’ Event: a special story time with Newbery Honor author Grace Lin reading her book “A Big Mooncake for Little Star,” a stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky • 2 pm • details at www.northshire.com
Sandisfield Arts Center • The New York Times bestselling author, Simon Winchester, presents his book “The Perfectionists” which traces the development of technology from the Industrial Age to the Digital Age to explore the single component crucial to advancement—precision—in a history that is both a homage and a warning for our future • 4 pm • at the Arts Center, 5 Hammertown Rd., Sandisfield, MA • tickets $25 at www.sandisfieldartscenter.org
Community Make Day • annual event hosted by
local recycled textile artist Crispina ffrench. People from throughout Berkshire County are invited to learn how to create garlands and wreaths out of recycled fabrics to spark creative repurposing during the holiday season.
Participants are asked to bring bright red, green, orange, and blue fabrics (i.e., old clothes). There is no fee for Community Make Day and all ages are welcome. Hot, spiced apple cider and cider doughnuts are served • 1-4 pm • at Crispina ffrench’s downtown studio, Shire City Sanctuary, 40 Melville Street, Pittsfield, MA • For more information, visit www.crispina.com or contact Crispina’s team at hello@crispina.com
Salem NY Annual Christmas Parade • today. 1 pm • Main St. • This year’s theme: ‘Hometown Holiday.” No Entry Fee. All are welcome to join! To enter, please visit www.salemnychamber.com and click on the Parade Link or email laura@laurasgardensite.com
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