Friday, 07 November 2014 13:47

Community Briefs

Equitas Agents to Gather Food and Supplies

As temperatures drop, Equitas Realty agents will be fanning out through their communities to collect much-needed donations to Shelters of Saratoga (S.O.S.), the area’s only men’s and women’s homeless shelter. Starting Nov. 14, families will find a door hanger with a collection bag and a list of the dozen items most in demand, including canned goods, powdered coffee creamer, sugar and Stewart’s milk cards as well as socks, underwear, bedding and personal care items such as soap and toothpaste. Monetary donations are also welcome. The door hanger includes a raffle ticket to win a free turkey in time for Thanksgiving. On Friday, Nov. 21, Equitas agents will collect bags from doorsteps throughout Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, Wilton and Greenfield. Formore information, contact either Justin or Cindy at (518) 584-9990 or (518) 581-1097.

Flashback! Dinner Theater

There are still some tickets available for Flashback! Dinner Theater. Don’t miss Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupes’s musical presentation, celebrating 25 years of Community Theater. Performances take place on the Malta Community Center Stage on Saturday, Nov. 15 (dinner at 6 p.m. and show at 7 p.m.) and again on Sunday, Nov. 16 (dinner at 2 p.m. and show at 3 p.m.). Dinner and show prices start at just $15. Call Malta Parks and Recreation at (518) 899-4411 for more information.

Help the Backstretch Workers

B.E.S.T. is Backstretch Employees Service Team, a nonprofit organization that serves the physical and social welfare needs of the backstretch workers at the Saratoga Race Track. There are workers at the track until Nov. 15 and the free store on the track supplements bedding, clothing, etc., to these workers. As the cold weather has set in, the store needs blankets, men’s warm jackets, hats, gloves, long underwear, work shoes and boots to help finish the season. Contact (518) 538-2191 for information regarding more details including place and times for drop-off.

Spa Catholic Drama Production

Join Hercules Porridge, the famous Hoboken detective, as he solves “Murder at Crooked House,” presented by the Saratoga Central Catholic High School Drama Troupe. Hercules and all his friends, including Anguish Crispie, the famous mystery writer, will be awaiting your company on Nov. 13-15 at 7 p.m. and November 16 at 3 p.m. at 64 Hamilton St. in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. All proceeds benefit the SCC Music and Theatre program. For more information, call (518) 587-7070 or visit www.saratogacatholic.org

Toys for Tots Donations

During this upcoming holiday season, Community Emergency Corps of Ballston Spa will again be an official drop off point for donations for the Toys for Tots program sponsored by the United States Marine Corps. For 2014, they will also be partnering with the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office to broaden the scope of support for the national Toys for Tots campaign. Donations have already been accepted and will continue to be accepted at the station at 78 Thompson St. in Ballston Spa until Dec. 15. You can drop them off anytime, days or evenings. As a reminder, toys collected in this area are redistributed right back into this area to those in need. For further information, contact CEC Executive Director Ray Otten at (518) 885-1478.

Havurah Vatik

Local novelist and playwright David Kalish was inspired by a brush with cancer and divorce to create comedy from his painful past. David will read from his recently published first novel, “The Opposite of Everything” and discuss the process of turning life experiences into fiction at Congregation Shaara Tfille Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Audience questions and comments will be welcomed. “The Opposite of Everything” will be available for sale and autograph. A catered lunch will be served. Contact Temple Sinai at (518) 584-8730, mailbox 4, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Nov. 13 if you are planning to attend, need to cancel your reservation, or if you need transportation. All Saratoga area Jewish seniors 55 plus are welcome.

Over-30 Basketball at Gavin

Grab your sneakers and get ready for Over-30 Basketball! Designed with the mature, basketball-playing crowd in mind, the Over-30 Basketball Program is for adults, ages 30 and over. This is a drop-in activity which runs Mondays, 8-10 p.m. now through May 19. The weekly fee is $5 per person (cash only), and a maximum of 20 players can participate on any given night. Any questions, please contact the park office at (518) 584-9455.

First Night Saratoga 5K Run

The 17th annual First Night Saratoga 5K Run, presented by the Saratoga Arts, will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 5:30 p.m. The run is limited to the first 1,500 registrants. There is no day of race registration. The race has sold out for the past 13 years. A ChronoTrack B-Tag computerized scoring system will be used. The USA Track and Field certified course starts and finishes on the Skidmore College Campus. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers as well as the top three male and female finishers in five-year age categories. All finishers will receive a First Night commemorative medal. Register by Nov.28 for the early registration fee of $25 and a guaranteed moisture-wicking long-sleeved shirt. After Nov. 28, registration is $30. Refreshments following the race. Showers and restrooms available in the athletic complex. Save time by registering online or download an application and map at www.saratoga-arts.org. There is no additional fee for registering online. For further information contact First Night Saratoga at (518) 584-4132.

Saturday Nature Walk

A Youth Saturday Nature Walk will take place on Nov. 8 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bring a lunch. Adults are welcome to join in the fun. The event is sponsored by Christian Education, Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road in Gansevoort. For more information call (518) 584-9107.

Baked Ham Dinner

A baked ham dinner will be Saturday, Nov. 8 from 3:30–6:30 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist. Take-out available. Handicap accessible. Menu: Mashed potatoes and gravy, applesauce, vegetables, rolls, assorted desserts and beverages. Kids Entrée available. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children, under 5 free.

Christmas Shopping Crafts, Garage Sale, Lunch

Come check out Christmas shopping at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. With the Christmas season in force, there are extra vendors for shopping. Admission is free, over 40 vendors, great parking, bargains galore, bakery goods, books, household items, clothing, jewelry, handwork, party vendors, hand-painted bird feeders and ornaments, all natural soaps, jewelry, ladies handmade accessories, knitted baby items, Christmas decorations and antiques. Fun for the entire family. There will be pizza and other lunch choices available. All proceeds go to local charities. All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month, excluding December. The next date is November 23. Tables are available for $15. Call Linda at (518) 289-5470 for more information.

The Now Testament at St. Clements

St. Clements Church (231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs) will be producing and hosting a production of JŌB: The Now Testament on Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 20-22 at 7 p.m. It is a provocative original musical by John Angotti, directed by Karey Hall-Trimmings, with musical director Matt Duclos. Tickets are $10 at the door before each performance. For more info call (518) 584-6122. All proceeds go to benefit St. Clements’ outreach in helping to develop new local programs that will be sending students in need home on Fridays with backpacks filled with food. The program will be piloted in two elementary schools in January.

Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County

Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet Saturday, Nov. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall. Director of Education at Brookside Museum Anne Clothier, will discuss “Maladies, Medicine & Mortality: Disease in America 1780-1920.”  Learn how disease influenced American family histories.  Public is welcome.  For information call (518) 587-2978.

 

Annual Coat Drive

Donations for the eighth annual coat drive are being accepted now through Jan. 7, the Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company (4208 Route 50 and 227 Ballard Road, Wilton) is hosting their annual Coat Drive. The Jones Road and Ballard Road offices of Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company are collecting winter coats and other cold-weather clothing items to benefit the Adirondack Vets House.  Items can be dropped off during regular business hours. For more information about the coat drive, call the Jones Road branch at (518) 587-8484. 

 

Polar Express Comes to Saratoga

The Polar Express comes to the Saratoga North Creek Railway (26 Station Lane Saratoga Springs). Take your child to experience the magic of the season on a mystical round-trip journey to an extravagantly built North Pole. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat, and a special gift for each child. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas, just like in the story. Trips are in November (14-16, 18-23, 25-26, 28-30) and December (2-7, 9-14, 16-23, 26-28). Ticket prices vary by class and availability.

 

Annual Members' Art Show

The ever-popular, year-end show is a great opportunity for established and emerging member artists to display their best works in a professional exhibition at The Arts Center Gallery and celebrate their many talents with fellow artists and the community. The show goes from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. Annually, with over 150 artists exhibiting artworks ranging from painting, drawing and printmaking to sculpture, functional fine art and photography, the annual Members' Show promises to be a real treat. For more information call (518) 584-4132.

 

3rd Annual Evening of HOPE Gala

Join other animal lovers at this premier event in support of HOPE (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist) at the Saratoga National Golf Club (458 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs). On Nov. 21, from 6:30-10 p.m., the event includes a gourmet dinner, beer and wine, auction, wine pull, musical entertainment and special guest Steve Caporizzo from WTEN. Proceeds go to HOPE who provides foster care for homeless cats and dogs and a low-cost spay/neuter clinic that benefits over 4,000 local animals annually. To purchase tickets online, visit HOPE's website. Don't' delay. This event sold out last year. For more information call (518) 428-2994. Cost is $125.

 

12th Annual Potato Turkey Festival

The Tang Museum at Skidmore College is hosting the 12th annual Make-a-Turkey-Out-of-a-Potato Festival on Nov. 22. Make holiday centerpieces out of potatoes, pipe-cleaners, feathers, and beads. Create a fantastic bird sculpture to decorate your table!

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