Genealogy and Local History
Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, March 19, at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga, Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. “Ancestry DNA” will be the program topic presented by Kim McCartney, Town of Milton historian and member of Heritage Hunters. She will discuss her testing experience with Ancestry’s genetic matching program and how it helped her narrow down the identity of her grandfather. Public is welcome. For information, call (518) 587-2978.
Lenten Sung Prayer
An evening of Lenten Sung Prayer in Thanksgiving for and Celebrating the Life of Sister Carolyn Krebs, OP, to be held at St. Clements Roman Catholic Church, Saturday, March 19 at 6 p.m. Jeff and Brenda Vredenburg, former Directors of Liturgical Music at St. Clements, will direct the program. We hope you will join us for this spiritual time together reflecting on Sr. Carolyn’s life, with an eye toward Holy Week and the Passion Death and Resurrection of Jesus. There will be a “Free Will” offering collected. All proceeds will be donated to “Sister Carolyn Krebs, OP Memorial Scholarship Fund.” The Sister Carolyn Krebs, OP Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior from the greater Saratoga area who has been accepted into a College or University with a chosen major in Music, Voice or Instrument, Music Education or Music Therapy.
Saratoga Hospital’s Free Running Screening
A free stride assessment clinic for runners of all skill levels will be held at the YMCA, West Avenue Branch, Saratoga Springs, on March 19 at 9 a.m. to Noon. We will assess strength, flexibility and stride of runners, as well as provide information on which running shoes are right for you. To register, please call (518)580-2450.
Women’s History Month Presentation
In recognition of Women’s History Month, Saratoga National Historical Park will offer a free program, “In Their Own Words: Women in the Revolution,” on Saturday, March 19 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the park visitor center. Saratoga National Historical Park is located between Rt. 4 and Rt. 32 in the Town of Stillwater. Join artist and Colonial period educator Jennifer Richard-Morrow to explore the lives of women who lived during the American Revolutionary War through their stories, excerpted from letters and diary entries. How did events around these women affect them? What did they find important to document in their daily lives? How did they deal with life’s challenges? Join us for a nice cup of tea and find out. Event snow date: Sunday, March 26. For more information call (518) 670-2985, check our website at www.nps.gov/sara or follow us on Facebook and Twitter @SaratogaNHP.
Valley Bog Players
The Schuylerville Public Library will be hosting the Valley Bog Players on Saturday, March 19 at 6 p.m. The Valley Bog Players are a bit unusual among Irish bands as they play nearly equal numbers of both instrumental and vocal music: jigs, love songs, drinking songs, reels, songs of rebellion, and hornpipes. You may hear accordion, 6 and 12 string guitars, bodhran, whistling, Jew’s harp, Celtic and 5 string banjo, and even certain sound effects upon occasion. Their repertoire is large and varied: “We continuously seek new numbers which speak, first to us, and, later, to our audience.” This is a free event and open to all ages. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., please be prompt as space is limited. For more information, call (518) 695-6641.
27th Annual Palm Sunday Polka Benefit
Polka Country Musicians of Jewett City, CT will be providing music for your dancing and listening pleasure on March 20 at the Saratoga Knights of Columbus Hall located at 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs from 1 – 5 p.m. A cash kitchen and bar, raffles, and prizes. Cost is $25 per couple, $13 per person or $15 at the door. For reservations, call Steve or Cathy Coblish by March 10, (518) 899-3061, or mail checks payable to Steve Coblish, 4-B Harwich Manor, Ballston Lake, NY 12019.
Auditions for “Groovy!”
Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe is holding auditions Sunday, March 20 and Monday, March 21, for the musical comedy tribute to the 1960s, ‘GROOVY!’ Elyse Young, Artistic Director, is seeking dozens of teens and adults for a variety of speaking, singing and dancing roles. There are also parts for a small group of children, ages 8+. Performances are June 11 and 12 at the Malta Community Center. Audition appointments are necessary. For more details or to schedule an appointment, contact Elyse at (518) 899-4411 x305 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Parkinson’s Support Group
The Parkinson’s Support Group of Saratoga will meet at Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence Street in Saratoga Springs on Monday March 21, 2016 at 2 p.m. This meeting is open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, family members and friends. For more information, call Joyce Garlock at (518) 885-6427 or Marilyn Merry at (518) 798-8947.
Beginning Ornithology: An Introduction to the Science of Birds
Retired wildlife ecologist and artist Steven Jay Sanford will present a slide show presentation at the
Saratoga Springs Public Library on Wednesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Sanford prepared his bird biology program for both novice and experienced birders of all ages. Topics will include: why we should all watch and learn about birds, how some of our common birds go about their lives, how their “design” equips them for the challenges in a bird’s world, the basics of identifying birds, how to make the best of a bird feeder and, finally, a light hearted quiz to test the audience’s skills. The program is part of the monthly program of the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society and is free to the public. The library is located at 49 Henry Street in downtown Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit http://www.southernadirondackaudubon.org.
Babysitting Course at Gavin Park
Adirondack Health & Safety will once again be presenting a child and babysitting course at Gavin Park. This course is open to girls and boys ages 10 and up. Participants will learn the basics of CABS (Child and Babysitting Safety), along with CPR and first aid. The course runs from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday April 2. Pre-registration and bag lunch is required. Cost for Wilton Residents is $60, Saratoga Springs School District Residents is $65 and all others $70. Questions may be answered by calling the park office at (518) 584-9455.
Dance +26
The Dance Alliance of the Capital Region is proud to co-sponsor Dance +26 with The National Museum of Dance’s School of the Arts on Sunday, April 3, 2016 from 11 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. The theme will be “Dancing through Time” and all classes will be inspired by a member of the National Museum of Dance Hall of Fame. Three levels of classes: children 8-11, open ages 12 - adult, and intermediate/advanced 12 - adult. Registration and more information will be available soon at www.dancealliance.org.
Thrift Shop Easter Merchandise Sale
Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, 116 Broad St., Schuylerville is having a 10% off of Easter Merchandise Sale. St Patrick’s Day merchandise is also available. The Shop also offers household goods, books, children’s toys, clothes and shoes for men, women and children. Volunteers are needed and appreciated. The Shop is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Our proceeds after expenses are given back to community service organizations. For more information, please call Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop at (518) 695-4640.
Unique Approach to Healthcare
Sarah LoBisco, ND, naturopathic doctor and functional medicine practitioner to present on new book highlighting a unique approach to healthcare. In celebration of the recent release of her new book, BreakFree Medicine: A Systematic and Integrated Guide to Balancing Your Body, she will be presenting at One Big Roof, A Center for Mindful Practices, on April 23. One Big Roof is located at 538 Maple Ave. (Route 9N) in the Saratoga Health & Wellness Building (Across from Maple Ave. Middle School, just off Route 50, Saratoga Springs). The event will take place from 4 - 5 p.m. Admission: $5 donation requested to cover expenses.
Spring Activities Brochure Available
The Town of Malta’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services Spring Activities Brochure is now available online at www.maltaparksrec.com. It is available at the Malta Community Center and registration has begun for spring classes and programs. New classes, sports programs and special events are scheduled to begin in March. Please call the Malta Community Center at (518) 899-4411 for more information.
Burnt Hills Oratorio Society - Call for Singers
If you love to sing, come join The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society, which rehearses Tuesday nights, 7 p.m. at the Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake High School choral room. BHOS is a friendly group that welcomes all singers without audition. The choir will perform Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and highlights of Handel’s “Messiah” at the time of year originally intended by its composer. The upcoming concert is scheduled for Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. at the Zankel Music Center at Skidmore. Founded in 1970, BHOS proudly present two major concerts annually that feature local soloists and orchestral players. The members represent all age groups and vocations. Here is your opportunity to sing with an orchestra, blend voices, and enjoy community in a way that is often lacking in today’s culture. New singers accepted through the end of February. Membership is $55 plus the cost of music. For more information, go to www.bhos.us, find us on Facebook or just show up at a rehearsal.
Olde Saratoga Seniors Bus Trip
The Olde Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip to Westin Country Store & Bryant House in Westin, VT on Monday, May 16, 2016. The cost is $23 per person, includes lunch and visit to the Vermont Country Store. Leaves from Saratoga Train Station or America Legion in Schuylerville. Money is due by April 26. Mail checks to Old Saratoga Seniors; c/o Mary LaMora, 19 Seward St D16, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Call (518) 584-7986 for more info. Sign up early.
