friday

film

"Thin" 7 p.m., Rock Hill Bake House, Glens Falls. Lauren Greenfield, a photographer acclaimed for illuminating women's and society's attitudes toward the female body, gains unprecedented access to a Florida residential treatment center to observe four anorexic women, aged 15 to 30, struggling to recover over a six-month period.

"Dynasty" 5:30 and 8 p.m., Charles R. Wood Theater, Glens Falls. Warren Miller Ski movie, presented by the West Mountain Educational Foundation. Also 3, 7 and 9 p.m. Saturday. Call for more information. 798-9663.

music

Karaoke and DJ 9 p.m., Knights of Columbus, Queensbury.

outdoors

Moreau Overlook Hike 1 p.m., Moreau Lake State Park. This steeper hike will talk participant up to a beautiful over look atop the Palmertown range where a spectacular view of the mountain of Vermont can be seen. Call for more details. 793-0511.

social

Poetry night 7 p.m., Battenkill Books, Cambridge. Local poets and poetry lovers are invited to bring a poem or two to share, your own work or from a favorite poet. Listeners also welcome. 854-3813.

theater

"A Doll's House" 8 p.m., Hubbard Hall, Cambridge. Same time Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $20 for Hubbard Hall members, $24 for non-members and $15 for students. 677-2495.

"The Women" 8 p.m., Bernhard Theater, Skidmore College. Same time Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. $12 general admission, $8 students and senior citizens. 580-5439.

saturday

booksigning

Liza Ketchem 4 p.m., Northshire Bookstore, Manchester Center, Vt. Ketchem will present her new Gold Rush-era young adult novel "Newsgirl." (802) 362-2200.

Jonathan Lethem 7 p.m., Northshire Bookstore, Manchester Center, Vt. Lethem will present his offbeat new novel "Chronic City." (802) 362-2200.

film

"Manon of Spring" Part II 7:30 p.m., Tannery Pond Community Center, North Creek. Rated PG. $5. 251-0856.

for the kids

Story time for busy families 11 a.m., Red Fox Books, Glens Falls. Children can enjoy stories and activities and complimentary coffee and tea will be available for parents and guardians. 793-5352.

Chris Van Dusen 1 p.m., Northshire Bookstore, Manchester Center, Vt. Van Dusen will present his delightful new picture book "The Circus Ship." The event is suitable for children ages 4 to 8. (802) 362-2200.

Family Day program 1 p.m., Chapman Museum, Glens Falls. Participants will make traditional holiday crafts and hand-dipped candles. Supplies and volunteer assistance will be provided. $3 per child, accompanying adults are free. Call for reservations. 793-2826.

"What is a veteran?" 10 a.m., Old Stone House Library, Fort Ann. All children are invited to this free program. 639-4207.

Polymer clay workshop 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Town of Johnsburg Public Library. Taught by Helene Goodman. Free, call to register. 251-4343.

Tang Museum Family Saturdays 2 and 3:30 p.m., Tang Museum, Skidmore College. Suitable for children ages 5 and older with their adult companions. Programs include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Free. Reservations are strongly suggested. 580-8080.

music

The Spirit of Johnny Cash 7 p.m., Glens Falls Elks Lodge, Queensbury. Featuring Harold Ford and the Cash Band performing Johnny Cash's greatest hits. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by calling 480-3447.

Live music 6 to 9 p.m., Gourmet Piano Cafe, Saratoga Springs. Swing jazz and classical. 210-4505.

Gumbo Night @ 111 8 p.m., 111 Main Street Restaurant and Lounge, Greenwich. Featuring Milayne Jackson, The Gumbo Band and a 111 Gumbo special. Tickets $8 at the door. 692-8016.

Rob and Rosie Spring 8 p.m., Fort Salem Theater, Salem. The Springs tell their story of courtship in "Almost Like Being in Love," an evening of hits from movie musicals of the 1930s and 40s. Call for reservations. 854-9200.

Down to Earth 7 p.m., Ndakinna Education Center, Greenfield Center. A concert by Linda Schrade and David Kiphuth. $10 adults, $7 seniors and students, $5 children under age 12. 583-9958.

Big Band performance 7:30 p.m., Saratoga Music Hall, Saratoga Springs. Admission is $15 and includes a dance lesson. In honor of veterans, anyone coming in uniform or with military ID will be admitted for only $12. 587-5132.

Skidmore brass and woodwind ensembles 5 p.m., Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College. 580-5320.

social

Open House 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Glenwood Manor Antique Center, Queensbury. Also noon to

5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 798-4747.

Hearth cooking classes 9 a.m. Wilson Homestead, Salem. Prepare a noon meal in 1786 fireplace. $45, call to register. 854-3134.

sunday

booksigning

Jon Katz 1 p.m., Union Village Ltd., Greenwich. Best-selling author. Mary Kellogg will also be on hand reading her poetry.

dance

Contra Dance 4 p.m., Freight Depot Theater, Cambridge. An old-fashioned and new-fangled simple, fun participatory dances, contras, squares, circles and more. No experience is required. The afternoon of dancing ends with a potluck supper at 6 p.m., bring a dish to share. Admission is $8 for adults, $3 for ages 21 and under, and $15 for families. Tickets are available at the door. 692-9079.

USA Dance 7 p.m., The Fun Spot, Queensbury. $9 members; $12 non-members; $5 students. 792-1603.

for the kids

Adirondack Animals 1 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library. Meet live Adirondack animals with Beth Bidwell from the Wildlife Institute of Eastern NY. Free and open to those age five and older. 584-7860.

music

Beatlemore Skidmania 3 p.m., Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College. Students and faculty perform the music of the Beatles in a salute to the album Abbey Road. 580-5320.

Symphony Concert-Sound Waves 4 p.m., Glens Falls High School. Sound Waves will be presented by the Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra. Featured will be music of Handel, Elgar and Schumann. Charles Peltz is music director, and guest soloist is Meredith Parsons McComb, contralto. adults $25, students $10.

outdoors

Wetlands Walk 1 p.m., Moreau Lake State Park. Come out and join us as we take a hike around the wetlands here at Moreau Lake. Participants will learn about the importance of wetlands and the key roles they play in our every day lives. Call for more details. 793-0511.

reception

Open Studio 1 p.m., 104 Burke Road, Saratoga Springs. An open studio for artist Marina Pietro. 583-7280.

monday

lecture

"Happiness: What Do We Really Need?" 7 p.m., Upstairs @111, Greenwich. Lecture talks of universal truths and includes a light meditation. All are welcome, no cost, donations suggested. Come and investigate for yourself. The open lectures will continue as a class.

tuesday

film

"Food, Inc." 6:30 p.m., Crandall Library, Glens Falls. Robert Kenner tackles the food industry in this alarming documentary on the corporate

takeover of U.S. agriculture.

for the kids

Tours for Tots 3 p.m., The Hyde Collection, Glens Falls. Guided tours and art-making for children 3-6 years old. Free for members, $5 for donation for others. 792-1761.

lecture

"The Batcheller Family: A Taste of Grandeur" 7:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library. Presented by Dr. Hollis Palmer. 584-7860.

wednesday

for the kids

ArtFull Afternoons 2 p.m., The Hyde Collection, Glens Falls. Drop-in arts program for children ages 6-12 with adult. Free. 792-1761.

outdoors

Mud Pond Hike 1 p.m., Moreau Lake State Park. This easy hike will take participants around a shallow pond. A guide will point out signs of beaver and other signs of nature. Call for more details. 793-0511.

thursday

social

Beginner Tai Ji and Qui Gong 8 a.m., Hubbard Hall, Cambridge. Wear loose, comfortable clothing in layers, and bring light, sturdy footwear (no street shoes) and a beginner's mind to class. To register, call 677-2495.