Historians Walking Tours
The Saratoga County History Center will host a series of guided walking tours led by local historians during the summer and fall months throughout Saratoga County. The tours will be offered bi-weekly from mid-July through the end of September on various days and times. On July 18, at 2 p.m. The first tour in the series is: Exploring the Old Hotels of Ballston Spa led by Ann Clothier, History Center, and Dave Waite, local historian. Meet at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa. Distance under a mile. Registration for the tours can be made two weeks in advance at the History Center website: brooksidemuseum.org. A suggested donation of $10 per registration (individuals, couples, or families) will support the programs of the History Center or a not-for-profit organization chosen by the tour leaders.
An Unbridled Affair Gala and Online Auction
CAPTAIN Community Human Services (CHS) is proud to present An Unbridled Affair Gala beginning at 6 p.m. on July 21, at Prime at Saratoga National Golf Club located at 458 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs. Join Honorary Chairs Frank and Eileene Armenia Gala Co-Chairs Denise Desmond and Ashlynn Savarese to celebrate the heroes who make our community and the Thoroughbred Racing industry better! Enjoy fine cuisine and a silent and live auction emceed by Dan Bazile, Spectrum News 1 Anchor. Entertainment is provided by the Melissa Sgambelluri Trio. Tickets are available at www.unbridledaffair.org. The gala is complimented by an online auction, running July 7 - July 21 with fabulous trips, delicious restaurant experiences, and high-quality, unique items found nowhere else. The auction can be accessed at www.unbridledaffair.org.
3rd Annual Patriot Golf Tournament
Saturday July 23, at Fairways of Halfmoon Golf Course, 17 Johnson Rd, Mechanicville. 9 a.m. shotgun start. 4-person scramble, registration 8 a.m. in clubhouse. $440 per team/$110 per individual includes 18 holes with cart, continental breakfast, lunch at turn and buffet dinner; team and individual prizes! Contacts: Louise Maynard (518-541-3037), This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Jackie Capone (518-649-6709), This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. All proceeds go to Operation-Adopt-A-Soldier. www.operationadoptasoldier.org
Art In the Park
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) and Saratoga Arts will join forces during the racing season to bring a special Art in the Park to historic Congress Park on Saturday, July 23. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a rain date of July 30. The July edition of Art in the Park will include arts and crafts from both local and national artists. The goal of the event will be to bring awareness to the two non-profit organizations, The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and to the Community Arts Center at Saratoga Arts. Art in the Park event info: www.saratoga-arts.org/Art-in-the-Park/ Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/2qB1U9e57
In The Groove
Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery presents In The Groove, a solo exhibition by 2021-22 Saratoga Clay Arts Center Artist-in-Resident Lyndee Deal featuring functional works that explore the relationship between body image and notions of taking up too much space. This exhibition will run July 23 - August 20, with an opening reception on Saturday, July 23 from 5-7pm. Details for the exhibition can be found online at www.saratogaclayarts.org.
Market Auction
The Saratoga County 4-H is hosting their first annual Market Auction on Sunday July 24 at the Saratoga County Fair. This year there are 7 youths selling lambs in the auction. Community members and local businesses are invited to come bid at the auction. The bidders are invited for a preview of the sale and registration at 10 a.m. The Market Auction will begin at 10:30 a.m. When purchasing a 4-H animal from the auction, you are getting a high-quality product. Market animals are raised with the utmost care. All animals must be paid for, in full, at the end of the auction. Early bidder registration is available now. Contact Rylie Lear, 4-H Livestock Coordinator, at 518-885-8995 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register or with questions.
Gumbo with Jockey Kendrick Carmouche
On Monday, July 25, Jockey Kendrick Carmouche will make his famous gumbo at the Principessa elena Society to benefit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF). Tickets are $25. Doors open at 5 p.m., gumbo served at 6 p.m. the Saratoga Strings Band will perform New Orleans blues and jazz music from 6 – 9 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.trfinc.org/event/gumbo-with-kendrick-carmouche.
A Celebration of the Armistice
The Celebration of the Armistice signaling the end of the Korean War will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27, at the Korean War monument in Crandall Park in Glens Falls. Members asked to wear uniforms and members who don’t have uniforms, are asked to wear a shirt, jacket, hat, or something that has the KWVA logo, if possible. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the ceremony. With great sadness, this will be the last formal activity for the organization. A luncheon will follow the ceremony at the Ambrosia Restaurant just off Exit 19 North of the Northway. For reservations, please call Lois Miner at 518-695-3905 or Marian Crandall at 518-899-2506 by July 25.
Summer 2022 Aerospace Discovery Program
Presenting: the RPI Engineering Ambassadors, Saturdays: July 30, August 6 & 13 from 10 a.m. – Noon. A 3-part program presented by the Empire State Aerosciences Museum, located at 250 Rudy Chase Dr. in Glenville. This specialized program is for students entering 7, 8 or 9th grades in the fall. Each week, participants will learn different engineering aspects of aerospace technology. Each class will be followed by a short tour of ESAM, focusing on the material presented. To register please call Pat at 518-377-2191 or email, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Deadline is June 20 or until classes fill up.
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area. During July in the Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, photographer Mede Rigatti will show her artwork. The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., will be two SSAS artists painting in several mediums, Barbara Buckley and Karen Zimmers. The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, will feature artist Kristine Kelly for the months of July and August. Visit these venues and enjoy the artwork of these various artists. For more information, visit www.southernsaratogaartist.com
5K Trail Series
The Saratoga Stryders Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held at 6:15 PM Monday evenings in August: August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. Registration is day-of only: $30 for all 5 or $5 for each individual race. This is a low-key, fun event topped off by unusual raffle prizes. Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. For more information, call Laura Clark at 581-1278 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.saratogastryders.org.
Acting and Performance Drama Camp
Monday – Friday, August 1 – August 12, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Actors and actresses collaborate as a team to decide whether to write an original script or use existing storylines that they make their own. Through the process campers will develop characters, design a set, choose costumes, rehearse, and perform their work. This program for 11–16-year-olds is led by Malta Artistic Director, Elyse Young, at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr., Malta. Acting exercises, vocal skills, theater games and crafts included. Camp culminates with a performance the last day of camp. Contact Malta Parks and Recreation at 518-899-4411 for additional information
or go to www.maltaparksrec.com to register.
Markets at Round Lake
The Markets at Round Lake: Three Markets – Two Days – One Eclectic Village! Come and Celebrate the Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement. August 13 & 14, from Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For one weekend in August, we will be showcasing over 70 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker, Crafter and Artisanal Edibles community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Also featuring Food Trucks, Live Music sponsored by The Mill on Round Lake and a Book Sale. The Markets will be held at the Village Green, 49 Burlington Ave., Round Lake. The profits from the event are solely dedicated to help support the Round Lake Library.
16th Annual Car Show
On Saturday, August 20, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge will hold their 16th Annual Car Show. The Lodge is located at 695 MacElroy Road, Ballston Lake. All years and makes of cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. We will present awards to the top vehicles. Fun, music, 50/50 raffles, and great food. Come see the contestant vehicles! Proceeds benefit the Elks National Foundation and the NYSEA Major Project Fund (Cerebral Palsy Home Service Program). Registration starts at 9 a.m. until Noon and awards around 3:30 p.m. Contestant registration is $10; spectators are free. Rain date is Sunday, August 21. For information call Doug Simmons at 518-669-4588. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Call for Choreographers
Nacre Dance Company is accepting modern dance choreography submissions for their annual “So, You Think You Can Choreograph?” competition. This year’s performance will be at Universal Preservation Hall, located at 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. The theme will be “Twist and Shout” choreography to music by Rock and Roll Musical Legends. Staging will be in a traditional theater setting. All accepted applicants will receive an honorary stipend upon completing the competition. Accepted submissions will perform Saturday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m. at UPH, where the audience votes on their favorite choreography. The winner will be commissioned to set a new piece of modern dance choreography for Nacre Dance Company for the 2023 season. Apply at www.nacredance.org/sytycc by August 15.
