Friday, October 3
Schuylerville Community Appreciation Day
Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company, 73 Broad St., Schuylerville, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Donuts and coffee in the morning and soup, chili and refreshments in the afternoon. Entertainment, giveaways, bake sale, raffles and balloons and coloring books for kids. Various activities will raise funds and awareness for Schuylerville Area Food and Emergency Relief . There will be a balloon-release ceremony with Schuylerville Central School students to acknowledge SAFER’s commitment to ending hunger. SAFER uses donations to purchase food at a deep discount from the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. For more information call (518) 695-3224.
Changes in Medicare
Senior Citizens Center of Saratoga Springs, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs, 1 to 4 p.m. An overview of Medicare benefits for 2015 from agencies that serve seniors. Presented by the New York StateWide Senior Action Council & The Saratoga County Office for the Aging. For more information call (518) 584-1621 or visit www.saratogaseniorcenter.org
Health Expo
Senior Citizens Center of Saratoga Springs, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs, 2- 4 pm
Meet insurance representatives & pharmacist before Open Enrollment to get the coverage that meets your needs and your budget. Free & Open to the Public. For more information call (518) 584-1621 or visit www.saratogaseniorcenter.org.
Facelift Fundraiser for Ballston Spa Public Library
American Legion Post 234, 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa, 6 -9 p.m.
Support the library’s efforts to improve the physical appearance of the library. Enjoy live music from Dan Berggren, the Ballston Area Senior Chorus, and Mark Hersh. Baked goods, children’s activities, gift basket raffles, ice cream social, silent auctions including signed books, and more. All ages welcome. No door charge.
Saturday October 4
Fall Festival
St. Peter Lutheran Church, (2776 Route 9, Malta 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Antiques, comic books, books, handmade crafts, MaryKay, ThirtyOne, Origami Owl and many more. For more information call (518)583-4153 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Balloon Walk to Benefit Wesley Community
Wesley Community Center, 131 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs 9:30 a.m. to noon
Cost is $20 for adults and $15 for children. Participants will walk a 1-mile or a .25 mile course, collecting colorful balloons along the route to create a parade of color. In addition, a hot-air balloon will be on the campus near the Community Garden area (weather permitting). For more information, call (518) 691-1420.
Christmas Shopping, Bazaar, Lunch
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free admission. Over 35 local artisans, crafters and vendors. . Bargains galore… jewelry, purses, cosmetics, air plants, sundae hot fudge sauce, natural lotions, soaps, essential oils, porcelain dolls, fresh vegetables, organic herbs, spices, dips, etc., etc., too many to mention. Handcrafted articles by the Center’s senior crafters, woodcarvers, quilters. Lunch at “The Country Kitchen.” Peruse the “Country Store,” the Second Time Round”, and hunt through the puzzles and books. Free admission. Inside and Outside. Rain or Shine. Bargains galore. Great parking. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Volkswalk - Fun, Fitness and Friendship
Saratoga National Historic Park, Visitors Center, Start 10 a.m.
A ‘volkswalk’ is a leisurely walk (typically 10k or 6.2 miles. A 3 mile route is also offered) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. Register 30 minutes before start time. For more information visit www.ava.org or ESCV www.walkescv.org.
Thrift Shop Open House
Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, 116 Broad St., Schuylerville, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In store sales, door prizes and refreshments. See our newly renovated shop offering men, women and children’s clothing, household items, gifts and collectables. Veteran’s discounts. Accepting donations during Shop hours only. For more information call (518) 695-4640.
Sunday, October 5
Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 to 11 a.m. Menu: fruit cocktail, french toast / pancakes, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee and tea.
Donation Requested: Adults $8, Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $7, Children 5—12 $6, under 5 Free, Take-outs $8. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Saratoga Walk
Case Center, Skidmore College, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
9th Annual Sloppy Kisses Howl-O-Ween Costume Parade and Contest
Sloppy Kisses, 425 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11:15 a.m. (check-in)
Costume Parade from Sloppy Kisses to Putnam Den for the Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest and DoggieYappy Hour. You must pre-register at Sloppy Kisses by Friday, October 3. Fee is $5.00 per dog. Proceeds from the event will benefit “4 Paws for Giovanni”.
Metaphysical Book Discussion
Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 6 p.m. New Thought New York Center for Spiritual Living is hosting a discussion of the book “The Road Less Traveled” by M. Scott. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 423-3569. All are welcome to come whether they’ve read or not.
Monday, October 6
Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers Association Meeting
Longfellows, 500 Union Avenue (Route 9P), Saratoga Springs, Noon
Membership is open to retired educators who taught in or now live in Saratoga County. For membership information, call (518) 587-5356.
Teen Anger Management
Saratoga Center for the Family, 359 Ballston Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 6 to 7 p.m. This four-week anger management program is designed to help teenagers, ages 13-17 years old, learn how to assess and monitor their anger. Teens will develop skills to safely and appropriately express their feelings. For more information call Denise at (518) 587-8008, ext. 314.
Tuesday, October 7
Hiring Our Heros
SUNY Empire State College, 113 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m
A job fair for veterans & military spouses with more than 50 employers. Jobs of all ranks and levels of experience available. A free workshop focused on resume writing, interview skills, and job search techniques. Pre-register online at www.hiringourheroes.org. Veterans must provide proof of service.
Face Rejuvenation Seminar
Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC, 7 Wells St., Suite 303, Saratoga Springs, 5:30 p.m. Join Dr. Steven Yarinsky and his staff for a Fall Face Rejuvenation. Learn how to turn back time with non-invasive treatments like Ultherapy® - non-invasive face & neck lift, facial fillers, wrinkle relaxers & skincare products. Attendees will be given the opportunity to save up to 25%, free giveaways & live demonstrations. Please RSVP (518) 583-4019.
Wednesday, October 8
Schuylerville Garden Club
United Methodist Church , 51 Church St., Schuylerville.
The speaker will be Anna Poulos, owner of Minervathena, a creative arts studio located in Glens Falls. She will present a Power Point presentation which shows how she creates wearable art using flowers, leaves, and fruits to mark and color fabrics. Refreshment will be served. All welcome. Call (518) 306-4554 if interested in attending.
Polish Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Menu: Kielbasa, sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage, pierogi, potato pancakes, applesauce, rolls and butter, dessert, coffee and tea.
Donation requested: $10 adults, $9 seniors (62 years) & Military with ID Card, $6 Children 5-12, Children Under 5 Free, $10 all take-outs. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Ballston Area Seniors Pickins’ Session
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Extemporaneous, off-the-cuff music jamming by local talented musicians. Please bring finger foods to share. Free admission, ample parking. For more information visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com
Thursday, October 9
Interfaith Prayer Meeting
Courtyard of Longfellows’ Restaurant, 500 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, 7:30 a.m.
Sign-in and continental breakfast begins at 7:15. There are no charges or donations. All are welcome. For more information call (518) 450 1615.
“Celebrate. Innovate. Educate.” Reception and Fundraiser
Prime at Saratoga National, 6 to 9 p.m. Dinner, a showcase of innovative grants that have been awarded during the past year, performances and a guest speaker, Dr. Robert Geer, senior vice president and chief operating officer at the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering . Tickets are $100 and may be purchased until October 3. All money raised will support innovative programming in the Saratoga Springs City School District. To learn more about the event, please visit www.saratogalearning.org or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
