June 10th

Free Indeed Children’s Giveaway – Clothing, toys and baby gear. Sizes: newborn – teen. All items are free. Saturday, June 18, at Saratoga Abundant Life located on Route 50 and Hutchins Rd., in Saratoga Springs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop, eat and be blessed. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36 . Curtis Lumber’s PetAPalooza Pet Adoption Day Curtis Lumber will host their 7th annual PetAPalooza Pet Adoption day Saturday, June 18 across select retail stores located throughout New York State and Vermont. Each store will host multiple animal shelters/rescue groups with many adoption rates lowered for the day! Hundreds of animals from over 80 (to date) shelters and rescue groups will be available for adoption including cats, dogs, rabbits and birds. There will also be pet service providers in attendance such as local veterinarians, groomers, pet sitters and trainers offering valuable discounts off their services. Other events include a low-cost micro-chipping clinic, dog house and 50/50 raffles, WTEN’s Steve Caporizzo’s Pet Connection and more. Free face painting, animal balloon twisting and pet caricatures for kids and the young at heart. Last year’s event resulted in over 400 animals finding new forever homes! For more information visit www.clpetapalooza.com or find us on Facebook. Genealogy and Local History Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, June 18, at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Timothy Myers will lead the program about transforming family history research into book form. Tim will share the process he used in creating “The Myers Family History.” He included more than just names and dates, by adding personal recollections, family stories, photos and documents. Tim holds master’s degrees in American History and Education Administration and Policy. Public is welcome. For information call (518) 587-2978. Meet the Kayaderosseras Creek Take the kids to this year’s Meet the Creek at Ballston Spa’s Kelley Park on Saturday, June 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. As always, we work hard to provide an event that is educational for Friends of the Creek of all ages, with a strong emphasis on having fun. Everyone is invited, at no charge. If you want to lend a hand, we are always looking for volunteers. Call Barb Thomas at (518) 681-7530 to volunteer. Dee Strnisa will be back with her turtles, snakes and other critters. New this year will be Terri Roben who sings in a variety of styles, including folk, blues and jazz. Songs about the environment will form the core of Terri’s performances (shows at 4:15 and 5:15). A series of tents will house various educational demonstrations. A series of tents will house nature crafts, a Trout Unlimited display, fly fishing demonstrations, information about the Kayaderosseras Creek and access points and, of course, Friends of the Kayaderosseras. There will be games for kids of all ages, a scavenger hunt, and duck races in the Creek. The youngest can try to catch toy fish out of a kiddie pool. The star of the show, as always, is the Creek, itself. All the events are designed to get people to explore and enjoy the Creek. We don’t mind if you ignore what we are saying and doing, and you and your family just wade into the creek, catch a few crayfish, throw in a fishing line, check out the sights along the John Romano trail, and generally enjoy yourselves. In fact, we’d kind of like it if you did just that. Members are asked to bring a potluck dish or salad to share. Please park in the parking lot next to the Village pool. Yaddo Garden Tours Tours will take place every Saturday and Sunday June 18 and 19 till Saturday September 3 and Sunday September 4 and Tuesdays during racing season. No tour Travers Day August 27, 2016. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin at 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour. The cost is $10.00 per person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for the group. Contact Yaddo at (518) 584-0746 or www.Yaddo. org for more information. Strawberry Festival Come to the Strawberry Festival at the Round Lake United Methodist Church located at 34 George Ave., Round Lake on June 18 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy fresh strawberry shortcake. Havurah Vatik On Tuesday, June 21, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. our own founder, Naomi Tannen, presents “Reflections on Aging”. Charlie Brown: Some day we will all die. Snoopy: True, but on all the other days we won’t. Naomi will talk about her personal journey into the realm of old age. She will share some poetry, readings, humor, and Jewish wisdom, that help us to take pleasure in the gifts of aging, as well as to cope with the challenges of this time of life. Naomi founded Havurah Vatik 12 years ago, following a 45-year career developing and directing programs for multi-stressed families and troubled youth. A catered lunch follows the program. RSVP by June 15. Call the Temple Sinai Havurah Vatik reservation line at (518) 584-8730, ext. 4. The event is held at Congregation Shaara Tfille. Let us know if you plan to attend the luncheon, need to cancel your reservation or need transportation. Keep Havurah Vatik alive and well - bring along a friend to enjoy this program. All Saratoga area seniors, 55 plus are welcome. Summer Concert Series in Ballston Spa--Surf’s Up The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Concerts in the Park series at Wiswall Park, Front Street in the village of Ballston Spa. For 2016, the concert series, which is known for its diverse line-up of musicians, has a little bit of everything from swing to country to indie rock, and, to kick off the season, surf music. The concerts run for 10 weeks, every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m., starting June 23. 200th Anniversary Celebration Join Eagle-Matt Lee fire Company No. 1 as they celebrate their 200th Anniversary on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa. A parade starts at 11:30 followed by rides, games, food, vendors and more. There will be a Jaws of Life live demo, Local DJ Hersh Productions, Big Sky Country from 4 – 9 p.m. , the New England States Veterans Fireman’s league Muster Competeition (people can join in too) and more. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held Mondays June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8 and August 22 at 6:15 p.m. at Camp Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. The races are open to all and registration is $5 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and the Saratoga Spa State Park. Refreshments and raffle prizes afterwards. Grand prizes will be awarded for best times for all 5 events, continual improvement and most family members. For more information visit www.saratogastryders.org or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . OrthoNY Presents the OpWalk Cup at the Celebrate Saratoga Tournament On July 8 OrthoNY presents the Operation Walk Cup at the Celebrate Saratoga Tournament at Saratoga Polo. Enjoy opening night of the 2016 polo season from the VIP tent along with food, drink, and a silent auction. Ticket donation is $100 and benefits Operation Walk, a not-for-profit volunteer medical services organization that provides free surgical treatment for patients in developing countries that have little or no access to life-improving care for arthritis of the hip and knee. Jonathan Gainor, MD, Leigh Shepard, PA, Dave Goff, CRNA and Suzette Murauskas from Saratoga Springs, are joining the OpWalk Team in Santa Cruz, Bolivia this October to give those less fortunate the chance to be free from the pain of arthritis. If you, or a family member, have experienced the pain of arthritis and the joy of being pain free after joint replacement, then spread the joy. For more information or to purchase tickets contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit facebook.com/TeamGainor. 22nd Annual Secret Gardens Tour Tickets are on sale now for the 22nd annual Secret Gardens Tour, featuring 10 private gardens in and around Saratoga Springs on Sunday, July 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The self-guided tour, presented by Soroptimist International of Saratoga County (SISC), includes a semi-formal English garden, a butterfly house, assorted water features, within a mix of expansive rural sites and creative urban environments. SISC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports domestic violence victim services and other local and global initiatives that benefit women, girls and the broader community. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour. Tickets may be ordered on soroptimistsaratoga.org or purchased at any retail Cudney’s Dry Cleaners location, the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center and (after June 4) at Northshire Bookstore on Broadway. To learn more about the tour and Soroptimists, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., visit soroptimistsaratoga.org or call (518) 581-1201, x 4184. Yankees vs. Red Sox The Notre Dame Visitation Church Capital Campaign Fundraiser Committee is hosting a second bus to the Yankees vs Red Sox Game on Sat., July 16, 2016. The cost is $120 per person which includes bus, entrance into the game and unlimited Pepsi products and many food items from 1st through 5th inning of game. Bus leaves Wilton Mall 11 a.m. Game starts at 4 p.m. Tickets on sale now, first come, first serve. Tickets are non-refundable. Contact Pete Healy (518) 421-2956 Erie Canal Cruise The Olde Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip on the 90 minute Erie Canal Cruise after a stop to Gems Along the Mohawk, a unique gift shop and then arrive at Waterfront Grille for buffet style lunch and then board the Lil’ Diamond Vessel for your cruise. The cost of this trip is $46 per person The date is Friday, July 22, 2016 leaving Saratoga Train Station at 8:15 a.m. or the American Legion in Schuylerville at 8:30 a.m. and returning approximately 5:30 p.m. Mail checks to Mary LaMora, 19 Seward St., Apt. 16, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 by June 15. Any questions, call (518) 584-7986. 4th Annual Hay, Oats and Spaghetti Please join us as an official sponsor of the 4th Annual Hay, Oats and Spaghetti, a very special evening of casual dining and cocktails with friends on Monday, July 25, 2016. Building from the huge success of prior years, the event will take place at Bravo!, 3246 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, and will kick off the Saratoga racing meet by welcoming horse industry friends old and new back to town. The entire evening has been generously donated by the owners of Bravo! and Mama Mia’s Restaurant, Lauren and Giuseppe Grisio. All proceeds will support the Thoroughbred Retirement foundation and the compassionate aftercare it provides to retired racehorses. By becoming a sponsor you will give back to these beautiful animals who give so much to us. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: www.trfinc.org. Civic Opportunity for Volunteering The Care Links Program has been around since 1996 when it was established to help senior citizens who need support with non-medical services that help them stay in their homes as long as possible. Trained volunteers are the core of Care Links because they provide no-cost supportive services including transportation, respite, shopping and errands, handyman services, friendly visiting, telephone reassurance and Alzheimer’s support groups. By serving the communities of Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta, Ballston, Charlton, and the city of Mechanicville the program supplements the work of the County Office of the Aging and the town vans. There is always a need to have more volunteers. If you can donate two hours weekly or biweekly or if you or someone you know needs the support of one of the services, call (518) 399-3262 to learn more about becoming a part of Care Links. Free Exercise Program for Seniors The Saratoga County Office for the Aging’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program sponsors Osteoporosis Prevention Exercise classes throughout Saratoga County. Classes are led by trained RSVP Volunteer Leaders. This is a low impact program that includes balance and weight bearing exercises, stretches and wellness information for people over 50. Weights are provided and classes are free. Classes meet at least twice a week. There are several locations throughout Saratoga County with openings for new participants. Classes are in Ballston Spa, Corinth, Clifton Park, Greenfield, Halfmoon, Malta, Moreau, Schuylerville, Saratoga and Wilton. You can make a difference in your health and have fun while you are doing it. For details and more information, contact Janet Haskell at Saratoga County Office for the Aging, (518) 884-4110.