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July 7 - July 13, 2023

Homestead: You Are Here – Opening Night

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. On July 14, multi-disciplinary artist Yuko Edwards’ on-going series Homestead: You Are Here will be on view in our Atrium Gallery this summer. The series began when the artist was a resident of Saratoga Springs and took solo walks throughout the inner-city. On those walks, Yuko saw reflections of her own family in the landscape, memories from the past as well as possible new futures. The photographic works raise questions of belonging and evoke the existence of the Black community and its energy.  www.saratoga-arts.org.

Legally Blonde Jr.

Presented by Saratoga Children’s Theatre, Friday, July 14 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 15, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally BlondeThe Musical JR. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. Pricing: Adult: $15, Students: $10, Ages 10 and Under: $5. www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org Call 518-886-8800. 

The Shirah Brothers

The Middle Grove United Methodist Church welcomes The Shirah Brothers on Saturday, July 15 at 6 p.m. for a community concert.  The Shirah Brothers is made up of three brothers who share their love for singing Southern Gospel music.  Aaron, Jake, and Josh Shirah feel excited and blessed to have the opportunity to share God’s Word through music.  Love offering will be collected.  The church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove.

Dinner and Casino Night

Benefiting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga. Entertainment, cocktails, dinner, and casino games. Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga is a nonprofit organization supporting vulnerable racehorses and people in leading a safe and meaningful life by nurturing the horse-human connection through therapeutic programming. We invite you to join us for our inaugural gala hosted by Tony and Robin Malatino on Saturday, July 15, 7 – 11 p.m. at Sugar Plum Farm, located at 96 Gilbert Rd., Saratoga Springs. RSVP by July 1. Attire: wear what makes you happy. Sponsorships available. VIP Reserved Dining Seating, $250 each including 300 casino chips, general tickets, $200 each, including 200 casino chips. Visit www.thsaratoga.org/events or call Meg at 518-290-6240 ext. 101. 

Veterans Picnic

Free to Veterans and their families. B.P.O.E. support for our Veterans dates back over 100 years and continues today because our mission is still the same, “to provide aid and comfort to any veteran in need.” Join us as we bring our mission to our community by attending the Veterans Picnic on Sunday, July 16, 2 – 4:30 p.m. at Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Circle, Saratoga Springs. Food, fun and games. Contact John Safford, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

NYC Ballet Musicians & Friends

Luellen Abdoo, Artistic Director. Thursday July 20, Noon – 1p.m. Program: Tchaikovsky String Sextet, Op. 70, Souvenir De Florence, Additional music TBA. Performers: Kurt Nikkanen and Luellen Abdoo: Violins, Eugene Moye and Hannah Holman: Cellos, Derek Ratzenboeck and Michael Davis: Violas.  Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Suggested donation $10+ (cash donation preferred)

The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series 

Held at 6:15 p.m. Monday evenings August 7, 14, 21 & 28.  Registration is $5 day-of or $15 for all four races., 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.

Dinner Dance Fundraiser

Saratoga Springs Knights of Columbus Assembly 745 will be sponsoring a Dinner Dance to raise funds to help support our local needy veterans on Saturday, August 12, at the KOC Hall, 50 Pine Road, from 5 - 10 p.m., at a cost of $25 per person.  This event will have a live band and will feature a silent auction.  All proceeds from the event will go to: Veterans Community Housing Coalition (VCHC), Ballston Spa, and other veterans support agencies, as well as for $100 gift cards to VCHC residents at Christmas.

The Health, History, & Horses Charity Gala

Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to established charities in Saratoga & Warren/Washing counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. Thursday, August 17, 6 – 9 p.m. at Saratoga Winery, 462 route 29, Saratoga Springs. Complimentary Beer & Wine the 1st hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket raffle, 50/50 raffle and racetrack t-shirt quilt. Cost is $75 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Attire: summer festive. Tickets: www.ladiesofcharitysartaoga.com. Contact Yolanda at 518-886-8064. 

Travel with the Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) to an Italian Cooking School 

Have you dreamed of living in a seventeenth century palazzo nestled on a hilltop village in the romantic Italian countryside? ALL is sponsoring a gourmet retreat and cooking school November 11-18, 2023. We will tour a historic or culinary attraction each day and begin cooking late afternoons under the guidance of a professional chef before enjoying a four-course dinner with local wines each evening. This small group experience includes all meals and six nights in a beautifully restored historic palazzo.  For more details, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Artist Exhibit

Bella Lucia’s, 1218 Route 146, Clifton Park | Nine artists and members of SSAS will be featured at the Pizzeria through the end of July.  Artists exhibiting are Denise Kornak, Anup Sood, Frank Coletta, Cheryl Jenks, Karen Zimmers, Barbara Hurley, Carol Winterton, Jack Morgan and Rita Helie.  Please visit these venues and support the arts in Southern Saratoga County.  For more information about SSAS visit:  southernsaratogaartist.com or check us out on Facebook.

Unique Vendors & Artisans

Ballston Area Senior Citizens Annual Bazaar on Saturday, October 7 at the Milton Community Center, located at 310 Northline Road Ballston Spa. What is your specialty? Pickles & relishes, jams & jellies, or any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. Vendors of all kinds will be accepted on first come bases for indoor spaces, until October 2. Indoor spaces-- 8’W x 7’D are $30 indoor only are (electrical outlets indoor are limited). Outdoor spaces-- 12’W x 10’D are $25. To receive an Exhibit Contract and Hold Harmless agreement and payment to reserve your space contact Sue Heimburg 518-885-8037 / text message with name and mailing address or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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