Friday, May 13
Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 6 – 10 p.m.
Party with friends and the Classic 60’s Rock Band, “The Shames”. The cost for this evening is $10 paid at the door or in advance by calling Judy at (518) 587-5568. A cash bar, pub food, root beer floats, trivia games and raffle baskets. Join us to help raise donations for the Cerebral Palsy Fund. We will have a 1959 Thunderbird automobile parked outside the entrance for you to take selfies of yourselves. There will be an optional donation basket near the car. Find your “60’s” attire and come dressed to enjoy the evening. “The Shames” is a local band comprised of Bill McTygue, Steve Henderer, and Gary Brooks. They have been playing together since high school and have a devoted following.
Saturday, May 14
The Malta Sunrise Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast
Malta Ridge Fire House, 5 Hearn Rd., (Route 9) 8 – 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, orange juice and coffee and will be served from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Prices are $6 for adults, $3 for children aged 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and under. The Rotary club will partner with Leatherstocking Honor Flight, which will share in the proceeds.
Family Bird Walk
Hudson Crossing Park, off Rt. 4 just north of Schuylerville, 8 – 10 a.m.
Experience the natural aspects of this popular island oasis as we walk, listen and learn to identify birds while investigating life-sized bird sculptures on the Riverwalk Sensory Trail and experience the Hudson River from above as we cross the Dix Bridge. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, and bring insect repellent and water. For more information/directions, visit www.HudsonCrossingPark.org or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Antiques Appraisal Day
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents this inaugural event. Bring your artwork, jewelry, furniture, clocks, tools, bottles, coins, rugs, anything old to be appraised by local antique appraisers: Heigel & Schmidt, Marion Barba, Raymond Bennett of Ballston Coin and a regional representative from Cowan’s Auctions (as seen on the Antiques Roadshow) of Cincinnati, OH Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Open to the public. Items appraised at $10 each or 3 for $25. All proceeds go to Academy programs. For more information, call the Academy at (518) 587-2100 ext. 2415, www.esc.edu/all.
Garden / Cooking Workshops
Dehn’s Flowers and Greenhouses, Beekman St. Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m.
Sue Ann DuBois of Garden Goddess Sense and Sustainability will once again partner with Dehn’s Flowers and Chef John Capelli of Olde Bryan Inn for two unique garden/cooking workshops. The first will feature Old Bryan Inn’s Chef John at 11 a.m. “Using Spinach and Other Fresh Garden Veggies”. Tasting and recipes follow the demonstration. The second workshop conducted by Sue Ann at 12:30 p.m. “Creating Your Personalized Kitchen Garden”, features a family assessment, plant selection, site considerations and individualized plan of action for your kitchen style garden. The workshops are free. Each attendee will be eligible to enter the weekly garden give away. For more information call Dehn’s Flowers at (518) 584-1880.
Roast Pork Dinner
Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church 768 Charlton Rd., Charlton 4 - 6:30 p.m.
The cost is $11 for adults, $5 age 5-10, under age 5 free. Menu: Roast Pork, gravy, potatoes, stuffing, vegetable, applesauce, rolls, assorted pies. The community is invited.
Sunday, May 15
Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Donation Requested: Adults $10, Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $9, Children 5—12 $8, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $10. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.
“Birds Can Fly, Why Can’t I?” Book Launch Party
Saratoga Paint & Sip, 80 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. – 2p.m.
You’ll have a chance to meet the award-winning authors, Vicki Addesso Dodd and author/illustrator, David Hill and have them sign the book personally just for you. Bird’s Can Fly, Why Can’t I? and all Saratoga Springs Publishing books will be available at the event.
There will be face painting, crafts, and a special Panda Selfie booth. Kids will also get to make and eat their own “Griffen the Panda” cupcakes. All Free.
A Concert of Baroque Choral Music
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College Campus, Saratoga Springs, 3 p.m.
The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society presents a concert of Baroque choral music. The first half of the program is Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and the second half is “Messiah” Part II, which chronicles the death and resurrection of Christ and being performed at the time of year originally intended by the composer. This glorious music represents the Top Hits of the Baroque era. At the podium will be the new artistic director of BHOS, William Jon Gray, who brings a whole new dimension of excitement and musicality to the chorus. The concert will end with a rousing rendition of the “Hallelujah Chorus”, with everybody in the audience invited to join in. Tickets can be purchased at the Society’s website, www.BHOS.us, or at the door.
Betsy Olmsted - Hand-Printing Studio: 15 Projects to Color Your Life
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 4 p.m. A demonstration and workshop with author and printing expert Betsy Olmsted, as she shares projects from her new book. Fabric, glass, wood, metal, humans . . . print on almost anything. Try your hand at DIY printing with 15 colorful projects, from a galvanized planter and curtains to a coffee table. For more information or other events, visit www.northshire.com.
Monday, May 16
The Parkinson’s Support Group of Saratoga
Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m.
This meeting is open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, family members and friends. For more information, call Joyce Garlock (518) 885-6427 or Marilyn Merry (518) 798-8947.
Trout Unlimited Meeting
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
The Adirondack Chapter of Trout Unlimited will present a program with DEC Region 5 Fisheries Biologist, Rob Fiorentino. Rob will provide updates on the Heritage Strain Brook Trout Restoration program, as well as the status of the recorvy of acidified lakes. All are welcome. Contact Mark at (518) 893-2228 for additional information.
Tuesday, May 17
Pieroghi Sale Pick Up
Christ the Savior Parish, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Potato/cheese, sauerkraut, Farmer’s cheese. Call ahead to order (518) 363-0001.
Wednesday, May 18
The Olde Saratoga Seniors Luncheon
Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville, Noon
It will be a sandwich luncheon. Desserts will be provided. Call Pat with questions, 518-331-2978.
Guided Mindful Meditation
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Take a break from the daily grind and clear your mind with guided Mindful Meditation led by professionals from One Roof Holistic Health Center. Sessions are free and open to the public, For more information, call (518) 584-7860 ext. 205.
Volkswalk: Schuylerville
Start point: Fort Hardy Park, 22 Ferry St., Schuylerville, Start: 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Join the Empire State Capital Volkssporters for Fun, Fitness and Friendship. Register 30 minutes before start. Information is available at ww.ava.org. ESCV - www.walkescv.org.
Hearing A-Z
Our Lady’s Chapel, St. Clements Church, Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, 6:30 p.m.
A public service project of The Health Ministry of St. Clements Church and the Saratoga Springs Lions Club is an informative presentation by Meredith DeVaney, Au.D.from Madison and Saratoga Hearing Center covering major aspects of hearing loss. A Q & A will follow her presentation. This event is open to all hard of hearing, spouses and friends. For further questions please contact: Grady Aronstamm, Saratoga Lions, (518) 260-3102. To register, please call Becky Craig, Pastoral Care Associate for Pastoral Care and Advocacy at (518) 584-6122.
Thursday, May 19
13th Annual Luncheon - Care Links Fundraiser
Hilton Garden Inn, 30 Clifton Country Rd., Clifton Park, 11:30 a.m.
Lunch served beginning at 12:30 p.m. Ticket price is $25 and may be purchased at Community Human Services, located at 543 Saratoga Road in Glenville, the Clifton Park Town Hall, the Halfmoon Senior Center; Healthplex Fitness located at 1673 Route 9 in Halfmoon; and the Malta Town Hall. CARE LINKS is a program where volunteers are recruited from the community, are trained and matched with seniors who need non-medical assistance. The program is open to seniors in the towns of Ballston, Charlton, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta and the city of Mechanicville. Currently there are 280 seniors receiving assistance in one form or another at no cost to them.
Chicken Parmesan Dinner
Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 - 7 p.m.
Dinner with all the fixings, public invited. Adults $10, Seniors and Veterans $9, Children 6-12 $7.
