COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR
If your not for profit organization has an event coming up that you’d like to add to our community events calendar, there are three ways to get them us. Mail them to: EVENTS c/o Regional Radio Group, 238 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804. Fax it to us at 518-761-9893; or e-mail them at [email protected]
3/26/26 – ON THURSDAY MARCH 26TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 3PM AT SARATOGA BRIDGES, BUILDING #2 AT 16 SARATOGA BRIDGES BOULEVARD. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/26/26 – ON THURSDAY MARCH 26TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1:30 TO 6PM AT THE PROSPECT CENTER AT 128 AVIATION ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/26/26 – THE FOLKLIFE CENTER AT CRANDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY CONTINUES ITS SPRING CONCERT SERIES ON THURSDAY MARCH 26TH AND FRIDAY THE 27TH WITH, “TIM O’SHEA AND FRIENDS.” DOORS OPENS AT 6:30 WITH THE PERFORMANCES AT 7PM ON THURSDAY THE 26TH AT CRANDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY, AND FRIDAY THE 27TH AT THE HISTORIC SALEM COURTHOUSE AT 58 EAST BROADWAY. THE PERFORMANCES ARE FREE AND FOR MORE INFORMATION GO ONLINE AT WWW DOT CRANDALL LIBRARY DOT ORG.
3/26/26 – ON SATURDAY MARCH 28TH, ALL FEMALE VETERANS ARE INVITED FOR A FEMALE VETERAN LUNCHEON CONFERENCE HOSTED BY THE 4TH DISTRICT AMERICAN LEGION FROM 10AM TO 1PM AT AMERICAN LEGION POST 574 ON PEARL STREET IN HUDSON FALLS. THERE WILL BE GUEST SPEAKERS. THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND, AND IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING, R.S.V.P ROY RICHARDS BY CALLING 518-480-1675 OR E-MAIL RB 1751 AT YAHOO DOT COM.
3/27/26 – ON FRIDAY MARCH 27TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE ARGYLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AT 12 SHERIDAN STREET. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/27/26 – ON FRIDAY MARCH 27TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE BATTENKILL BRANCH OF THE SARATOGA YMCA AT 184 MAIN STREET IN GREENWICH. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/27/26 – ON FRIDAY MARCH 27TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE SARATOGA YMCA AT 290 WEST AVENUE IN SARATOGA SPRINGS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/27/26 – On Saturday March 28th, Cornell Cooperative Extension will be presenting a fermenting and dehydrating workshop from 9:30 to 11:00am at the CCE Training Center at 377 Schroon River Road in Warrensburg. Alyssa Hayes, Food Systems Educator, will teach participants how to make sauerkraut and “Edgy Veggies.” Pre-payment of $15.00 and registration are required. To register, contact Alyssa Hayes at 518-623-3291.
3/27/26 – On Saturday March 28th, artist Chris Levy returns to the Slate Valley Museum in Granville to teach the art of Pysanky egg making from 12 Noon to 3pm. These traditional, hand-crafted Easter eggs are created through a process of drawing or writing patterns with hot wax onto eggs and then dipping them into dyes to create a series of unique, layered designs. The cost is $40.00 per person. All ages are welcome, though anyone under the age of 12 requires an adult to attend as well to provide help as needed. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Those interested can contact the museum at mail at slate valleymuseum dot org or call 518-642-1417.
3/28/26 – ON SATURDAY MARCH 28TH, ST.GEORGE’S ORTHODOX CHURCH ON THE CORNER OF MAIN AND SECOND STREETS IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS WILL HOLD AN EASTER BAKE SALE FROM 9AM TO 2PM IN THE PARISH CENTER. FEATURING SYRIAN, GREEK, ROMANIAN AND AMERICAN BAKED GOODS. BAKLAVA, PIES, CAKES, COOKIES AND BREADS.
3/28/26 – ON SATURDAY MARCH 28TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 2PM AT THE GLENS FALLS ELKS LODGE ON CRONIN ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/28/26 – On Saturday March 28th, the Big Cross Elementary School in Glens Falls and the Big Cross Elementary School P.T.A are holding a Craft Fair from 9am to 3pm in the school gym. The gym will be full of vendors with plenty of products, goodies to enjoy, and other activities. There will also be an Art Show featuring individual artwork from school students. For more information, visit the Big Cross PTA’s page on Facebook.
3/28/26 – ON SATURDAY MARCH 28TH, THE HAYNES HOUSE OF HOPE IN GRANVILLE WILL BE HOLDING A BASKET PARTY AT THE MODERN WOODMEN OF AMERICA AT 61 WMA LOOP IN WELLS VERMONT. DOORS OPEN AT 11AM. ADMISSION IS $5.00 AND THERE WILL BE LUNCH AND SNACKS AVAILABLE.
3/29/26 – On Sunday March 29th, the Upstate Model Railroaders will be holding their monthly Open House and Freight Yard Sale from Noon to 3pm. There will be sales tables set up, trains will be running, and members will be on hand to answer any questions. Upstate Model Railroaders is located at 22 Hudson Falls Road at Door 27 in the rear of the Epic Ventures Building in South Glens Falls. For information, please visit their website at Upstate Mode Railroaders dot com.
3/30/26 – ON MONDAY MARCH 30TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE MINERVA CENTRAL ON ROUTE 29 IN OLMSTEADVILLE. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/30/26 – DURING THE MONTH OF MARCH, THE RUPLIN GALLERY IN THE TOWN CHESTER LIBRARY IS FEATURING ART WORK FROM NORTH WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF TEACHER ERICA LEONARD. THE LIBRARY IS LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF THE TOWN OF CHESTER MUNICIPAL CENTER ON ROUTE NINE.
3/31/26 – ON TUESDAY MARCH 31ST, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT THE STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY AT 712 HUDSON AVENUE IN STILLWATER. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
3/31/26 – The Warren County Soil & Water Conservation District is currently accepting applications for its annual Community Conservation Program, through which grants of up to $1,000 are available per project. This grant opportunity is aimed toward schools, municipal departments, and local community-based organizations such as scouting groups, beautification committees, or other not-for-profits. Projects must be implemented on public land that is open and accessible. Projects also must be completed by October 30th to qualify for this year’s funding. Applications can be made through the Community Conservation Program webpage at www dot warren swcd org. For more information call 518- 623-3119 or email Theresa Hajos at the Soil & Water Conservation District at : theresa h at warren swcd dot org.
4/1/26 – ON WEDNESDAY APRIL 1ST, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 4PM AT CRANDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY IN GLENS FALLS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
4/1/26 – ON WEDNESDAY APRIL 1ST, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT THE MALL ON AVIATION ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
4/1/26 – ON WEDNESDAY APRIL 1ST, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 12:30 TO 5:30PM AT SARATOGA COUNTY CO-OPERATIVE EXTENSION AT 50 WEST HIGH STREEET IN BALLSTON SPA. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
4/3/26 – ON FRIDAY APRIL 3RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 2:30PM AT THE NEW YORK STATE ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICE ON THE GOLF COURSE ROAD IN WARRENSBURG. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
4/3/26 – ON FRIDAY APRIL 3RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT THE HARRISENA COMMUNITY CHURCH AT 1616 RIDGE ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
4/3/26 – ON FRIDAY APRIL 3RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE MALL ON ROUTE 50 IN WILTON. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY.THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
4/3/26 – EVERY FRIDAY THROUGH APRIL THE 3RD, THE SOUTH GLENS FALLS FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL BE HOLDING LENTEN FISH FRYS FROM 5 TO 7PM AT STATION #2 AT 361 REYNOLDS ROAD. COST IS ADULTS $18.00 FOR FISH; AND $16.00 FOR CHICKEN. CHILDREN UNDER 10 ARE $10.00. DINNER INCLUDES CHOICE OF MAC AND CHEESE OR FRENCH FRIES, COLE SLAW, DESSERT, AND BEVERAGE. EAT IN OR TAKE OUT.
4/3/26 – On Friday April 3rd, the Argyle United Methodist Church at 12 Sheridan Street, will be hosting a takeout only food truck Fish Fry from 4:00 to 6:30pm. Guests can purchase a meal of a Fish fry, French fries, coleslaw, and baked good for $15.00; or a fish fry and baked good for $11.00. Orders are paid for on-site, and the tickets are then exchanged at the food truck for the meal.
4/3/26 – ON FRIDAY APRIL 3RD, THE HARTFORD FISH AND GAME CLUB WILL BE HOLDING A DRIVE THRU ONLY FISH FRY FROM 3 TO 7PM AT THEIR LOCATION AT 3913 ROUTE 196 IN HARTFORD. COST IS ADULTS $18.00; AND KIDS $9.00. DINNER INCLUDES : POLLACK FILLETS, CLAM CHOWDER, FRENCH FRIES, COLE SLAW, WATER, AND ICE CREAM FOR DESSERT
4/7/26 – The Warren County Commission for the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution has joined with Fort William Henry to present, “Gala 250” on Saturday, April 11th from 5 to 8pm. The evening will commemorate the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence and highlight the important role the Lake George and Warren County region played in the events surrounding the American Revolution. Tickets are $76.00 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www dot warren ny 250 dot com and click on “Events,” or visit the Fort William Henry website at www dot fort William henry dot com click on “Specials” then click on “Dining and Special Events.”
4/16/26 – Rally Sound, a non-profit organization working to empower community through music and founded by Adam Ezra & friends, will host, “Songwriters in the Round – An Evening of Music and Storytelling” in support of The Ramble music festival and its mission to prevent veteran homelessness in the Northeast on Thursday, April 16th from 7 to 9pm at The Music Hall at City Hall in Saratoga Springs. A pay-what-you-can event, the evening will feature Adam Ezra, Melanie Krahmer & Rich Libutti of Sirsy, and Margo Maceroperforming some of their favorite songs and sharing the stories behind them.
4/18/26 – Through Sunday April 19th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls current exhibit in the Stoddard Gallery, highlights the work of James Frank Holley. Holley was a lifelong Warren County resident whose photographs documented people, places, and landscapes across the Adirondacks during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Working primarily from his studio in Chestertown, Holley maintained a successful photography career while also pursuing a wide range of other professions. Holley’s photographs span Warren and Hamilton counties and include images from locations such as Blue Mountain Lake and Raquette Lake, many of which were produced as part of his, “Adirondack Views” series. For more information, please visit www dot chapman museum dot org or call 518-793-2826.
4/24/26 – SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL CORNELL CO-OPERATIVE EXTENSION OF WARREN COUNTY ART SHOW. THEIR WILL BE A YOUTH DIVISION FOR AGES 5 TO 19; AND AN ADULT DIVISION. THIS YEARS THEME IS, “INSPIRED BY NATURE.” ART MAY BE IN SUBMITTED IN ANY STYLE AND MEDIUM. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE BY SATURDAY APRIL 25TH. UP TO 5 PIECES MAYBE SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION WITH DIMENSIONS, MEDIUM, DESCRIPTION AND JPEG IMAGE OF YOUR WORK. YOUTH CAN SUBMIT THEIR ENTRIES TO JEFFREY DEJESUS AT JPD 298 AT CORNELL DOT EDU AND ADULTS CAN SUBMIT THEIR ENTRIES TO LINDEN PEARSALL AT LMP 274 AT CORNELL DOT EDU. THE SHOW WILL TAKE PLACE FROM JUNE 2ND THROUGH THE 28TH IN THE RUPLIN GALLERY AT THE TOWN OF CHESTER LIBRARY IN CHESTERTOWN.
5/1/26 – Though May 3rd, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls presents its current exhibit, “By River, Road & Rail: How Transportation Shaped Our Communities.” The exhibit will include five interactive stations that engage visitors of all ages. The stations are designed to deepen visitor engagement and bring historic transportation networks to life. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm; and Sunday from Noon to 4pm. For more information, call the museum at 518-793-2826 or visit www dot chapman museum dot org.
5/8/26 –Registration is currently underway for the 14th annual “Mother-Lovin’ 5K Run/Walk” at Saratoga Spa State Park on Sunday, May 10th beginning at 9:15am. This annual event is a fundraiser for Kelly’s Angels’ mission to help families who have lost loved ones to cancer or other illness, or are battling life-threatening conditions. Registration is $40.00 for individuals through May 9th; and $45.00 on race day. There will be complimentary treats and goodies from local businesses who are longtime supporters of Kelly’s Angels. Awards will be given to the top finishers across 8 age groups. To sign up, register at www dot kellys angels inc dot org
5/28/26 – Warren County Department of Workforce Development is now accepting applications for its Summer Youth Employment Program, which provides jobs for youth between the ages of 14 and 20 and helps local businesses and organizations get through the busy summer season. Applications are due by Friday May 29th, and can be found at www dot warren county ny dot gov and click on the story found on the “In the News” section.
TFN – FOOD FOR THOUGHT IS AN INITIATIVE THAT GETS FOOD TO THOSE WHO NEED IT IN OUR LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN WARREN AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES. THE CURRENT NEED IS APPROXIMATELY 11 THOUSAND SNACKS PER MONTH IN 14 LOCAL DISTRICTS. DONATIONS OF SNACKS CAN BE MADE AT HILLTOP CONSTRUCTION 21 CASEY ROAD IN QUEENSBURY OR O’BRIEN INSURANCE ON BAY STREET IN GLENS FALLS. SNACK DONATIONS IDEAS ARE BAGS OF PRETZELS AND GOLD FISH, GRANOLA BARS, AND APPLE SAUCE POUCHES. MONETARY DONATIONS MADE PAYABLE TO O’BRIEN’S ANGELS ARE ALSO ACCEPTED.
TFN – The Chapman Museum in Glens Falls offers guided tours every Thursday from 1 to 2pm year-round. Tours are included with regular museum admission, museum members are free. Admission is a suggested donation of $10.00 for adults; and $7.00 for seniors and students. Veterans, active-duty military, and children under 12 are free. Advance registration is not required but space is limited, please arrive early to secure your spot. For more information, visit chapman museum dot org or call 518-793-2826.
TFN – Every Friday Morning at 11am, the Town of Chester Library presents, “Story Time and Sing-a-long with Wendy” in the library located on the second floor of the town of Chester Municipal Center on Route Nine. For more info call 518-494-5384
TFN – SARATOGA MENTORING, A PROGRAM OF CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF SARATOGA, WARREN AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES ARE IN NEED OF HIGH QUALITY INDIVIDUALS TO VOLUNTEER TO HELP AT RISK YOUTH AGES 5 TO 17 YEARS OLD FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS A WEEK FOR ONE FULL YEAR. TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT VOLUNTEERING, CALL 518-581-1487, E-MAIL SARATOGA MENTORING AT SWWCC DOT ORG OR GO ONLINE AT WWW DOT SARATOGA MENTORING DOT ORG AND CLICK ON, “MENTORS WANTED.”
TFN- ARE YOU A VETERAN IN NEED OF DENTAL CARE? THE NEW YORK STATE DENTAL FOUNDATION MAYBE ABLE TO HELP CONNECT YOU TO A DENTIST IN YOUR AREA WHO WILL PROVIDE FREE DENTAL TREATMENT. VISIT WWW DOT NYS DENTAL FOUNDATION DOT ORG OR CALL 518-689-2772FOR MORE INFORMATION
TFN – If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 988 provides connection to free, confidential support. There is hope. The Lifeline works. For 24/7 confidential support, just call, text, or chat 988.
TFN – THE CLOTHING DONATION SHED OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 56 IN HUDSON FALLS IS OPEN AND LOCATED AT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH AT 9 RIVER STREET. THE TROOP ACCEPTS DONATIONS OF CLEAN AND WELL CARED FOR PRE-OWNED CLOTHING. ACCEPTED ITEMS ARE CLOTHING, SHOES, BELTS, PURSES, BLANKETS, SHEETS, CURTAINS, PILLOWCASES, AND STUFFED ANIMALS. THE TROOP RECEIVES FUNDING FOR THE DONATIONS AND HAS THE OPTION TO USE DONATIONS TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY AS WELL.
TFN – Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County offers a free, confidential Family Budget Coaching Program to community residents. The one-on-one sessions are available to individuals and families who want to improve their financial literacy, set goals, create a savings plan, reduce debt and get a better handle on their finances. The trained coaches will offer sessions either via zoom or in person in Glens Falls, Warrensburg and Johnsburg. For more information on this program, please contact Roxanne Westcott at rmw 38 at cornell dot edu or call (518) 668-4881.
TFN – IF YOU DON’T PRESENTLY HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE, THE CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM AT GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL PAYS FOR THE COST OF MAMMOGRAMS, PAP TESTS, AND TAKE HOME COLON CANCER TESTS. MOST LOCAL DOCTORS AND HEALTH CENTERS PARTICIPATE AND BOTH MEN AND WOMEN ARE ELIGIBLE. CALL 518-926-6570 FOR MORE INFORMATION
TFN- BOY SCOUT TROOP 99 IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS CONDUCTS AN ON GOING DEPOSIT BOTTLE AND CAN DRIVE TO SUPPORT ITS OUTDOOR PROGRAMS. COLLECTION BINS CAN BE FOUND AT THE MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY METHODIST CHURCH AT 15 MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS AND IN OTHER VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE AND TOWN OF SOUTH GLENS FALLS