Brown Bread & Bake Sale
Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls (.4 mi south of Route 29) is hosting their famous Steamed Brown Bread and Bake Sale in time for Mother’s Day. Brown bread is a delicious, rich, and hearty treat loaded with molasses and raisins, that is steamed in coffee cans over a water bath. It freezes well and keeps great in the fridge. Place your order by calling 518-885-4794 before Monday, April 26, leaving your name, phone number and desired number of loaves ($6.50 each). Pick up dates are Friday May 7, from 4 – 6 p.m., and Saturday, May 8, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. with a bake sale during Saturday’s pickup. Any questions please call 518-885-4794.
Fly Casting Clinic
The Capital District Fly Fishers will be holding its annual Fly-Casting Clinic, Saturday May 1 at the Town of Halfmoon Park, with a rain date of Sunday, May 2. The park is located at 162 Rte. 236, Halfmoon, NY 12065. The clinic runs from 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Come learn to cast or get help to improve your casting skills. If you have a rod, bring it. If you do not one will be provided. There is a $20 fee to cover cost. For information: about the fly-casting clinic contact Rodney Priddle 518-421-6762, Paul at 518-885-8257 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. All Participants must wear a mask and have eye protection. To register send an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please include name(s), phone number, if you are an experienced caster or new to fly casting.
Horse Tack Swap Meet
To celebrate the completion of the new Horse Arena, the Washington County Fairgrounds will be kicking off the 2021 season with a Horse Tack Swap Meet on Saturday, May 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Businesses and Non-Profits with equine-related business and services are welcome to apply for booth space as well. Booth Spaces are $10. for a 10x10 booth - set up a table or bring your horse trailer or truck to display your items for sale. Booth signs ups are available on the Washington County Fairground website or by calling the Fairgrounds at 518-692-2464. Throughout the day equine demonstrations on equine care and equine-related events presented by the Washington County Draft Animal Association and the Tri-State Liberty Club will be happening throughout the grounds.
Bird Walk at Dionondehowa
On Saturday, May 8 - World Migratory Bird Day - from 9 a.m. to Noon, Dionondehowa will offer its annual Bird Walk guided by bird enthusiast Nat Parke. Due to Covid protocols, registration is required at 518-854-7764 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Attention will be paid to distancing and masks are required. A donation is requested. Dionondehowa Wildlife Sanctuary & School is a nonprofit forever-wild land trust located near Shushan, NY, and bordering the Battenkill. The 2021 Newsletter can be found at www.dionondehowa.org.
Donations Wanted for Fundraiser Yard sale
The sale will take place on June 4, 5, & 6, from 9a.m. – 4 p.m. at Gateway House of Peace, located at 479 Rowland St., Ballston Spa. Items wanted: Household items, jewelry, toys, furniture, tools, etc. Donations can be dropped off May 1-June 1. Please call Elaine 518-587-5109 to set up donation drop off. All proceeds go to Gateway House of Peace. Gateway House is a donor driven End of life home that cares for local resident & families during loved one’s final days.
Perennial Plant and Garage Sale
The Southern Saratoga Garden Club will hold its annual perennial plant and garage sale on Friday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event will be held in conjunction with the Sherwood Forest Neighborhood Garage Sale and will be located at 8 Berkshire Dr., Clifton Park. A wide selection of shade and sun perennials will be available, including a variety of specimen Hosta. In addition, experienced gardeners will be on hand to assist you in choosing plants suitable to your garden. Miscellaneous garden art and other garage sale items will also be on sale. Proceeds from the sale will fund the club’s scholarship to a graduating Shenendehowa student entering a horticultural-related field, the Wiawaka Center for Women in Lake George, and The Nature Conservancy. Masks and social distancing will be required.
Craft Fair at Brookside
The Saratoga County History Center is thrilled to announce a county-wide craft fair. The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Brookside Museum, located at 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa on Saturday, June 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests will be able to shop a wide variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products. Moreover, the event is juried, and vendors will be judged on their originality, creativity, and craftsmanship. No mass-produced or commercially made items will be permitted. Thus, this is a terrific opportunity for New Yorkers to sample and appreciate the best of upstate artisans, farmers, and culinarians. The event is free and open to the public and will be held rain or shine. For more information, visit www.brooksidemuseum.org.
Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet Program
Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet will be holding a Young Children’s Summer Program for students ages 4 to 7 years old. The program will run two weeks July 12-16 and July 19- 23 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Each day will follow a different ballet theme and it will include a ballet lesson, crafts, stories, and related activities! We are located at 418 Geyser Rd. Suite 5, Ballston Spa. The program is in person and class size is limited. We will be following all CDC, state, and local Covid-19 prevention guidelines. Cost $200 for a week, $380 for two weeks. For more information and registration please visit www.saratogaspringsyouthballet.org or call 518-306-4037.
