Annual Church Garage Sale
Indoors - rain, snow, or shine. Saturday, November 13, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. No early birds admitted. Masks required. All proceeds benefit church youth group activities. Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs. Something for everyone: antique, vintage, gently used, new. Furniture, linens, housewares, books, LPs, CDs, toys, collectibles, small appliances, jewelry, much more. (No clothing or computers.) Bring a box to fill! Come early for the best selection; come back again after 1 p.m. for the half-price sale.
Defensive Driving Class
To be held On Saturday, November 13 at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, located at 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. New York state approved. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee: $35 per person. Bring a friend fee is $30. Portion of fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788. As we are social distancing, a mask is required if you are not vaccinated, and your temperature will be taken upon entry. Class size is limited.
Holiday Indoor Craft & Garage Sale
On Sunday, November 14, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane will hold an extra monthly sale for holiday shopping. Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and lunch. Household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies, food treats, soaps, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. All proceeds go to our local charities. Call Linda at 518-289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s). Masks should be worn by everyone unvaccinated.
Saratoga Parkinson’s Support Group
Live meeting on Monday, November 15 at 1 p.m. Kathrin LaFaver, MD, FAAN, Neurologist – Movement Disorder Specialist, Saratoga Hospital, will speak on “Lifestyle Medicine for Brain Health” at the Ballston Area Community Center, 20 Malta Ave., Ballston Spa. For more information contact Kevin McCullough This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 518-222-4247 or Marie Thorne This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 518-810-8483. Masks required.
Collecting Political Memorabilia
On Monday, November 15 at 7 p.m., the Saratoga County History Roundtable will present a program on “Collecting Political Memorabilia” by Bill McPherson at the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street, Ballston Spa. Mr. McPherson will bring portions of his collection, which is concentrated on 19th and early 20th century Presidents and electoral campaigns, the issue of the 8-hour day, and suffrage, as well as political material that has a regional or local flavor. He will also share images from his collection with the group. Please pre-register by e-mail to Jim Richmond at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Masks required within the Museum.
Pierogi Sale
Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake is having a pierogi sale on Tuesday, November 16. As usual we will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer's cheese pieroghis. All pierogi orders are $10/doz. We will also have a limited supply of stuffed clams for purchase. Please call to place your order 518-363-0001. Pickup will be from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Havurah Vatik
November Zoom Event - Meet the Maker: Meryl Davis of Blackbird Design Studio on Tuesday, November 16 from 11 a.m. – Noon. Meryl Davis, artist and jewelry designer, discusses her "late bloomer" career and the evolution of her craftmanship and artistry. She will tell how she found her voice and developed her creativity to create original designs in stained glass, mosaics, and jewelry. She will take you through her processes as she brings raw materials to vibrant life. Meryl is a New York native, born in Brooklyn. She has lived in the Saratoga area for 13 years. To join the Zoom meeting: www.us02web.zoom.us/j/89744740745?pwd=eGg0Smt6WXQzUmRXMmt6UG1kaWZ1Zz09 Passcode 724095
Steamed Brown Bread & Bake Sale
Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Rd., Rock City Falls (.4 mi south of Route 29) is hosting their famous Steamed Brown Bread and Bake Sale on November 20. Brown bread is an old fashioned delicious, rich, and hearty treat made with molasses and raisins, steamed in coffee cans over a water bath. Freezes well, keeps great in the fridge. Place your order by calling 518-885-4794 by Monday, November 15, leave name, phone number and number of loaves ($6.50 each). Pick up: Friday, November 19, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m., and Saturday November 20, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bake sale Saturday. For questions: 518-885-4794.
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
SSAS members will be exhibiting throughout the area. October - Carol Winterton, Town of Clifton Park, 1 Town Hall Plaza. - Watercolors, oil, and acrylics. November/December - Valerie Wolf - Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main St. flo abstract and realistic pieces. November/December - Cheryl Birmingham, Carol Winterton, Rita Helie and Jack Morgan - The Zion Lutheran Church, 153 Nott Terrace, Schenectady. November/December – the Gallery of the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Themed Show "Nature". Visit these venues and support the arts in Southern Saratoga County. For more information about SSAS, visit www.southernsaratogaartist.com
Holiday Shopping Day
The Adirondack Folk School, located at 51 Main St, Lake Luzerne, will host an on-site Holiday Shopping Day on Saturday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. A selection of ornaments, icicles, cards, soaps, advent calendars, wooden boxes, scarves, hats, frames, jewelry, candles, wreaths, nightlights, quilted items, and other sweet things. This will be held indoors and on the porch, with well-spaced, masked inside visits as needed. Hot chocolate will be served! And there may be a surprise or two, just for fun!
