HAM Radio Technical Course
Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway will host the course presented by members of the Fulton Montgomery Amateur Radio Club. Sessions will be held on January 27, 6 – 9 p.m., January 28, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and January 29, 1 – 4 p.m. The $50 fee includes the test, a year’s membership in the Ham Radio Club if you pass, and a pdf manual. Participants should bring their lunch on Saturday. A HAM radio startup kit is available for $38. Maximum of 10 participants, so registration is required, 518-882-6385. More information is available on the website: www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.
Turkey Dinner
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church is having a Turkey Dinner on Saturday, January 28 from 4:30-6 p.m. We will be serving A full Turkey dinner including stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and veggies with home-made desserts. This dinner will be a sit-down meal in the Dining room. We will also have dinners for pick-up; bagged and delivered to your car. We are encouraging pre-orders for pick-up and delivered dinners. Our phone number is 518-793-1152. We are also offering delivery service. Meals will be $12. The church is located at 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls.
Aviation Adventures
The Empire State Aerosciences Museum at 250 Rudy Chase Drive in Glenville, invites students ages 10 – 17 years old to join us for “Aviation Adventures” the last Saturday of each month from January through June from 1 – 3 p.m. The first class on Saturday, January 28 will focus on our two C-130 Hercules: “The Greatest Plane Ever!” Class on February 25 will talk about the Harrier: the “Jump Jet” and March 25 we will examine the OH-6 Cayuse: the “Little Bird”. Call 518-377-2191 ext.10 for a registration form.
Red Cross Blood Drive
A blood drive will be held at VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs on January 27, 2023 from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. Appointments are available through the Red Cross Donor app online. For more information contact Heidi Underwood 757-358-3291. Plenty of parking. Come in a support your community!
Experts Next Door
The Saratoga County History Center (SCHC) announces a virtual presentation by Dr. Eliga Gould on the Global War for American Revolution. Dr. Gould will participate in the History Center’s popular virtual speaker series “Experts Next Door.” At 7 p.m. on January 31, Dr. Gould will explain the global war for American independence and the role played by the battles of Saratoga in 1777. This is a virtual program presented on Zoom. Dr. Eliga Gould is a Professor and Chair of the Department of History at the University of New Hampshire. The event, set to take place on Zoom, is open to the public. It’s free, but donations are highly valued. To register, please visit brooksidemuseum.networkforgood.com/events/51224-end-21
Chocolate Fest
The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association is excited to announce our 8th Ballston Spa Chocolate Fest, on Friday, February 3 from 4 -8 p.m. We are currently announcing sponsorship opportunities as well as a call for Chocolate Chef entries. Area restaurants, bakeries, and chefs are all welcome to compete to showcase their talents and tastes by preparing small, sample-sized chocolate offerings in 3 categories: Dessert (Sweet), Savory, and Chocolate Beverage. These treats will be judged by Chocolate-fest goers. While savoring chocolate treats, visitors will enjoy a variety of First Friday activities going on throughout the Village, including live music, artist demonstrations and special promotions just in time for Valentine’s Day. A complete list of events can be found at Ballston.org.
Free AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
AARP Foundation will provide free tax assistance and preparation through its Tax-Aide program at the Ballston Spa Public Library every Friday, February 3 - April 14. Volunteers are trained and IRS-certified to ensure they understand the latest changes to the U.S. Tax Code. Tax-Aide will provide taxpayer assistance through interaction with IRS-certified Tax-Aide volunteers in two short same day, in-person meetings to exchange documents. For more information including what type of service is available, which documents you need to file your taxes, and to schedule your appointments stop in or call 518-885-5022. Appointments required. The library is located at 21 Milton Avenue (Rt. 50) with its parking lot behind the building on Low Street.
Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk
To be held on Sunday, February 5 at 11 a.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Winterfest will be held outdoors opposite the Administration Building. Bathrooms in Wired Coffee Shop. Camp Saratoga 8k Snowshoe Race will be held on Saturday, February 11 at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at 10:30 a.m. May have an indoor facility for this one depending on COVID. It there is no snow, and is at all possible, we may have a trail race instead. Go to www.saratogastryders.org to download an application or link to online registration at www.runsignup.com. A limited supply of Dion Snowshoes will be available at a $5 rental charge. Email Laura Clark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve a pair or phone 518-581-1278. For information about the entire Dion Snowshoe Series and for snow updates visit www.dionwmacsnowshoe.com
Cabaret Dinner Theater: 100 Years of Broadway
Join us for our 2023 Cabaret, celebrating 100 Yeas of Broadway. Tickets include a delicious Chef’s Buffet while listening to the wonderful music of Broadway. Saturday, February 11 at 5 p.m. and Sunday, February 12 at 2 p.m. at the Vista Ballroom, Van Patten Golf Club, 924 Main Street, Clifton Park. For tickets or more information go to www.saratogavoices.org/events or call 518-416-4060.
February Break Drama Camp with Elyse Young
Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department announces February Break Drama Camp for ages 10-15 will run Tuesday, February 21 through Friday, February 24 from10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The camp will be taught by Malta’s Artistic Director Elyse Young and will include acting skills, vocal techniques, theater games, crafts, rehearsals and performance of a short play. Camp and performance will take place at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Drive, Malta. For more information, go online to www.maltaparksrec.com or contact Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department at 518-899-4411.
A Winter Concert: Return of the Duos
Saratoga Chamber Players is pleased to announce a winter concert on Saturday February 25, at 3 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, in Saratoga Springs. The program will bring together Jill Levy, violinist, and Artistic Director, with Margaret Kampmeier, pianist. With music spanning four centuries, treat yourself to the Classical sweetness of Franz Schubert, the contemporary Turkish delight of Kamran Ince, the modern French birdsongs of Olivier Messiaen and the passionate, modern inventiveness of Richard Strauss. Tickets are $20-$30, available at the door or on the website.
For more information visit www.saratogachamberplayers.org
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Artists and members are exhibiting during January and February. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 153 Nott Terrace, Schenectady is hosting three artists, William Daisak, Karen Zimmer, and Carol Winterton. The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Commons Ct., Clifton Park will be hosting “The Two Vals”, Valerie Woodward and Valerie Wolf, featuring an eclectic mix of artwork and use of vibrant colors in landscapes, still-life, paint pouring, realism to abstract, The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville will feature artist Barbara Hurley. Barbara paints in acrylics, oils and watercolors. Barbara will donate proceeds from sales to the Round Lake Methodist Church. For further information, visit our website: southernsaratogaartist.com or check us out on facebook.
