Habits of Happy People
Sponsored by: Humana, Inc. on February 25 at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Drive Room 105, Malta, from 10:30 a.m. – Noon. The pursuit of happiness is an idea that’s important to many people. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all recommendation for achieving happiness, there are some day-to-day habits that optimists tend to have in common. RSVP: Cheryl Broadus at 518-226-9840 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
H.O.P.E. Antiques Roadshow Fundraiser
With local antiques appraiser George Heigel. A community event celebrating 20 years of H.O.P.E. “helping people and pets find each other.” February 26, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. H.O.P.E. Pet Adoption and Education Center, Wilton Mall. Bring in your antiques to learn the history and value of your family heirlooms. Visit with the H.O.P.E. dogs and cats to make it an even more fun and special event!
All $10 appraisal fees will be donated to help the orphaned pets of H.O.P.E. Reservations are suggested. Call 518-450-7013 for an appointment and more info.
Family Book Signing
Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. Join the library’s new therapy dog, Pearl and her mom, Terry Bushey for a book signing and meet and greet on February 26 at 11 a.m. Kids ages 5 and older and their favorite adults are invited to learn about Pearl’s adventures and how she was adopted. Books will be available for purchase. This is a free, in-person event. Registration required. Please stop in or call 518-885-5022 to reserve your spot. For more information, visit bspl.sals.edu
Indoor Craft and Garage Sale
On Sunday, February 27, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will be held at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane. Admission is free. Over 40 vendors; great parking, bargains galore, and lunch. Household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors signing up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities. 8’ table and chairs $15. Call Debbie at 518-885-6506 for information or to sign up for a table(s). Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.
Reading & Discussion Program
Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway, announces an upcoming Reading & Discussion Program, Place & Story, which is made possible by a grant from Humanities NY. The series begins on February 28 at 7 p.m. with a discussion of “An Unreasonable Woman” by Diane Wilson. Three other sessions, on the last Monday of each month through May, continue the theme, exploring the relationships we have with the land and living things around us. Those wishing to participate must register in advance and pick up each book at the library. Call 518-882-6385 for more information and to register.
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Artists and members of SSAS will be exhibiting during February and March. Artist Rita Helie is exhibiting in the Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, during February and artist, Valerie Wolf will be exhibiting there during the month of March. Artist Karen Wooding is exhibiting during February at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Visit these locations and see what our artists are doing in our area. For more information about SSAS visit: southernsaratogaartist.com
Celebrate the Violin & Piano
The Saratoga Chamber Players invite you to Saratoga Springs Methodist Church, 5th Avenue & Henning Road on March 6 at 3 p.m. to discover, or rediscover, the music of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, an English violin prodigy and conductor, and to enjoy the works of old favorites, Franz Schubert and Manuel de Falla. Violinist Jill Levy and pianist Margaret Kampmeier will open the concert with Coleridge-Taylor’s 1895 Ballade in C minor, Op.73. The opening selection of the concert will be followed by Manuel De Falla’s Suite populaire espagnole and Schubert’s Fantaisie for Violin and Piano in C Major, D 934. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-the-piano-and-violin-tickets-167612977929 - adults $30; seniors $25; and students $20. Children admitted for free.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
March 24, 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Church at Newtown Rd., 142 Lower Newtown Rd., Waterford. CAST (Community Awareness Skills Training) is a community-oriented event designed to help us all explore how we think and talk about suicide. CAST addresses suicide as a major community health problem and presents steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of suicide. It is designed for parents, teachers, first responders, medical professionals, support groups, veteran organizations, domestic abuse organizations, senior centers, and more. All are welcome. Free to the community. Registration required. newtownroad.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1083330. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Hughes at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
