Friday, July 31
Birth of a Nation
Grants Cottage, 1000 Mt McGregor Rd, Wilton, 7 p.m.
The historic Grant Cottage Visitor Center will be the site of a discussion D.W. Griffith’s film “Birth of a Nation.” This is the 100th anniversary of the world’s first feature-length film. The event includes comments by filmographer John McCarty and segments of this very controversial silent movie. The Board of Trustees of Grant Cottage has selected this film which portrays the racial violence President Grant fought against. There will be a $5 admission price for this event which is expected to last about one hour with Q & A to follow. Historians have commented that the Union won the war but not the peace. Coffee and discussion will follow the film. For more information and other events visit, www.grantscottage.org.
Saturday, August 1
Operation Adopt A Soldier, Inc. Fundraiser
Airway Meadows Golf Club, 262 Brownville Road, Gansevoort. Check in at 12:30 p.m.
A Golf Tournament Fundraiser, registration is $100 per golfer. OAAS is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to send care packages to deployed soldiers and help veterans here at home. Registration includes 18 holes of golf with cart and Boars Head picnic of meat/cheese platter, hot dogs, burgers, salads, dessert and coffee. Prizes, 50/50 drawing, basket raffles, silent auction. Call Tim at (518)791-5270 to register or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Sunday, August 2
Summer Stroll: Saratoga’s Historic West Side
Tour meets: South Franklin Street (Gideon Putnam Cemetery Entrance), 10:30 a.m.
Join Susan Brooks in the restored historic West Side and learn about the Irish and Italian immigrants who helped shape its history. SSPF Members $5, Non-Members $8. Tours are rain or shine. Allow 90 minutes. Requires walking & standing and covers varied terrain.
Pre-registration preferred.
Monday, August 3
If Wishes Were Horses
AMP Galleries At the Marketplace, 454 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 5 – 8 p.m.
An evening of celebration for thoroughbred aftercare. Tickets $45 or 2 for $80. $50 at the door or 2 for $90. Drinks and light fare with paid admission. Come and browse the beautiful galleries. Silent auction and live auction music and 50/50. ACTT Naturally, an innovative program helping off-track thoroughbreds with a new start in life. Call for more information (570) 578-6377.
Old Friends at Cabin Creek 6th Annual Cocktail Party
Siro’s located at 168 Lincoln Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 6 – 10 p.m.
Old Friends at Cabin Creek & Rosie Napravnik invite you to spend a beautiful night out in Saratoga Springs as we present Jack Knowlton with our “Old Friends” award. Jack is being recognized for his contributions to racing and his support of Old Friends and dignified retirement for all racehorses. Music, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, cash bar, live auction. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased in advance at: www.oldfriendsatcabincreek.com.
Tuesday, August 4
24th Summer in Saratoga Craft Show
Congress Park, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
up to 40 vendors with 100’s of crafted items. Takes place rain or shine every Tuesday during racing season.
Dark Days/Starry Nights
Congress Park, War Memorial, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
The Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau will be presenting the Visitor Center free summer concert series in Congress Park in July and August. This week enjoy music by Jocamo – the unparalleled funk fusion explosion. For more information call (518) 581-3241 or visit www.discoversaratoga.org.
EOC Eigth Annual Visión
Saratoga Race Course in The Rail, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Visión - a look at life behind the scenes is one of the highlights of the Saratoga racing season, highlighting stirring artwork, fabulous food, a premier setting, and the opportunity to celebrate the many individuals who help make Saratoga special. As the principal fundraiser for the Saratoga County EOC’s Latino Community Advocacy Program, the event will feature an opening reception for new photos to EOC’s black and white photography project “Estamos Aquí” (We are Here). Estamos Aquí is a curated exhibit and ongoing project of the Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. in which Latino immigrants document their everyday lives and present their own photographs in order to share their experiences of living and working in the Saratoga Springs area. Through this inspiring photo collective, a unique insight is provided into the lives of those who contribute so meaningfully to our community. Tickets are $60. Advance reservations are currently being accepted, though seating is limited. Please contact Kristi Fox (SCEOC) at 518-288-3206 ext. 111 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for reservations. Tickets are for sale online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1673284.
Wednesday, August 5
Farmer’s Market Wednesdays in August
Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls, 3 – 6 p.m.
Fare includes locally grown vegetables and herbs, homemade pies, stuffed breads, brown bread, eggplant parmesan, and whole wheat bread. All in the community are welcome to help with preparations Tuesday and Wednesday mornings anytime from 7-10 a.m. Donations of vegetables and baked goods will be graciously accepted. Call Dorothy at (518) 584-9078 with any pre-orders or questions.
Malta Summer Concert Series:
Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Malta, 6 p.m.
The Malta Summer Concert Series takes place Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. through August 19. These free, fun family concerts are provided by the Town of Malta Parks & Recreation Department, and are made possible by grant funding from the GlobalFoundries - Town of Malta Foundation, Inc. Concerts will take place on the front lawn of the Malta Community Center, or inside the center if inclement weather occurs. Bring a picnic, blanket, and/or lawn chairs! Free admission.
Thursday, August 6
Free Concerts in the Park
Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, 6 – 8 p.m.
The concert series, which is known for its diverse line-up of musicians, has a little bit of everything from swing to country to indie rock to a Beatles tribute band. The concerts run for 10 weeks. This week’s concert features Union Fire Company Band. Also, enjoy the annual ice cream social.
Radical Self-Care Workshop
2 Imperial Lane, Charlton. 6:30 p.m.
Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is hosting the workshop. Learn how your life can explode in wonderful ways through extreme self-care, an essential ingredient on the spiritual path.Suggested donation: $20. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 423-3569.
