FEBRUARY EVENTS

February 1 - March 18 - Clifton Park Perspective Matters. A Testament to the power of Perspective featuring the works of all local artists. The Blooming Artist Gallery 675 Grooms Rd, Clifton Park, NY. www.thebloomingartist.gallery 518-280-4928

February 1 - March 3 Albany

Albany Center Gallery (ACG) presents Assemblages, featuring the work of five regional artists: Alicia Mikles, Carolyn Olsen, Jae Schalekamp, Charles Steckler, and Christian Wechgelaer. An Artists’ Reception will be held on Friday, February 3, 2023, from 5 - 8 p.m. Assemblages is free and open to the public; Tuesday – Saturday, Noon – 5 p.m. Assemblages features installations, collages, fiber arts, and works that combine objects, images and/or mediums from multiple sources. The artists combine several items and mediums in a way that re-envisions or re-writes original narratives of said items. Some artists’ method requires repurposing, while others provide meaning to fabric and textures, once combined. The artists reconstruct the stories and memories saturated within the materials to illustrate new narratives and in turn, exposes what is typically expected of said materials. Albany Center Gallery, 488 Broadway, Suite # 107, Albany, NY

February 1-25 Lake George “Vanitas", new work by the ORT Project. A collaboration between artists Oona Nelson and Anna Noelle Rockwell. Gallery Reception for the artists: Saturday, January 28, 4 – 6 pm. Online Artists Talk: Thursday, February 2 @ 6 pm Zoom link. Ort Project is the collaborative union of artists Oona Nelson and Anna Noelle Rockwell, whose lush installations and photographs explore and critique aspects of con sumption, abundance and decay. Within their work Ort Project blends the influence of art history, the contemporary cult of convenience and abundance, along with current corre sponding environmental threats and distorted value systems, into uncommon balances of the grotesque and the beautiful.. The Courthouse Gallery is located at the side entrance of the Old County Courthouse, corner of Canada and Lower Amherst Streets in Lake George, NY.

February 3 Ballston Spa 2023 Ballston Spa Chocolate Fest. Chocolate Fest is back! The date is set for Friday, Febru ary 3 from 4-8pm! Stroll the village for $1 chocolate tastings from over 20 Chocolate Chefs/Venues! Vote for your favorites in 3 categories: Dessert – Savory – Beverage. Plus chocolate-themed activities, artist demos, special promotions and sales! Ballston Spa, NY

February 8 Saratoga Springs

Ryan Montbleau: Wednesday Show. A singer-songwriter whose soulful mix of rock, folk, R&B, Americana, and funk has created a die-hard following. Wed, Feb ruary 8, 2023, 7:30 PM EST, Doors at 7:00 PM. Caffe Lena 47 Phila Street Saratoga Springs, NY

February 11 Saratoga Springs

Saratoga’s Annual Chowderfest is one of the area’s most highly anticipated events of the year. Family-friendly, fun and utterly delicious, Chow derfest features more than 80 vendors— including Saratoga County’s best restaurants and caterers—who open their doors to the public and serve 4 oz. samples of chowder for $2 to event goers. Saturday, Feb 11, 2023 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saratoga Springs, NY

February 17-19 Saratoga Springs Flurry Festival 2023: Winter Roots. The 2023 Flurry Festival Winter Roots Event will take place over Presidents Day Weekend! Enjoy dances, workshops, and more during the event. Fri day, Feb 17, 2023 until Sunday, Feb 19, 2023. Saratoga Springs City Center , 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY

February 18 Glens Falls

Soggy Po’ Boys. The Soggy Po Boys, native to New England, have quickly become an institution. They are spreading the good news of New Orleans music across the northeast and beyond, playing at concert halls and street corners; music festivals and burlesque festivals; bars and libraries; wherever the party re quires. Part of the beauty of New Orleans music is that it’s celebrated and appreciated wherever it goes, from the street to the theater. February 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The Park Theater 14 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY

February 25 - March 26

Schuylerville Harry Orlyk. Artist Ret rospective. Opening Reception: Saturday, February 25, 5pm – 8pm. Exhibit Dates: February 25 – March 26. Featuring Over 200 Paintings. The Laffer Gallery, 96 Broad Street Schuylerville, NY 12871. (518) 695-3181 Gallery Hours: Thursday - Sunday 12pm - 5pm

February 25 Saratoga Springs

February 4 Glens Falls

The Bell Bottom Blues – The Eric Clapton Experience. The Bell Bottom Blues was formed in 2007 with the vision of providing an audience with a true Eric Clapton Experience. Through its evolution, the band has been carefully constructed to create the essence of the Clapton sound, from his guitar arrangements to his distinctive vocal sound. February 4 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The Park Theater 14 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY

Saratoga Beer Summit 2023. Saratoga Beer Summit is back on Saturday, Feb ruary 25 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Saratoga Springs City Center! Try 150+ craft beers, hard ciders and seltzers! VIP - Includes 4 hours of sampling, food vouchers, souvenir item, tasting glass, and lounge access.General Admission - Includes 3 hours of sampling and tasting glass. Saratoga

City Center 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY.