October 7 – 13, 2022
Fall Foliage Trip to Burlington, VT
On October 14 travelers can spend a day on their own in Burlington or choose to spend part of the day at the nearby Shelburne Museum and the remainder of the day in Burlington, home to the thriving arts scene, a sparkling waterfront, great shopping, and dining. The round-trip bus is $39. The bus trip including Shelburne Museum admission is $62. Contact the Saratoga Senior Center for more information or to reserve your spot at 518-584-1621.
Genealogy Talks
Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will offer a series of 4 genealogy talks in one day, Saturday, October, 15, featuring certified genealogist Nancy Loe, (via Zoom). 10 – 11 a.m. Beyond Ancestry: Essential Portals for Genealogy; 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Successful Genealogy Sources and Citations; 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Discovering European Immigrant Ancestors; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Picture This: Cataloging Digital Photos. Nancy E. Loe is a professional archivist and genealogist. Her website is www.sassyjanegenealogy.com. Call Ginny Humphrey, 518-885-9309 to register. $20 for members,
$35 for non-members (includes new membership).
Jump Into Fall
Jump Into Fall with Pitney Meadows & the Waldorf School on Saturday, October 15, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave, Saratoga, Rain or Shine! Jump Into Fall is an outdoor celebration to benefit both the Waldorf School and Pitney Meadows Farm. Join us for interactive activities for children, music & stories throughout the day, sheep shearing, felting, a drum circle, a scavenger hunt, hay jump and much more! Cider pressing and healthy snacks from local restaurants. Admission is FREE, just pay-to-park! $12 pre-registration / $15 day of the event.
Free Community Open House and Pig Roast
On October 15 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. the Wilton Volunteer Fire Department located at 270 Ballard Road Fire station in Wilton invites the community for a free Pig Roast. Join us for our open house and touch a truck, see demos, and enjoy a free meal. Sign up on Facebook.
Travel with The Academy for Lifelong Learning to Spain
The Academy for Lifelong Learning invites you to a trip overview of its tour “Spain: A Treasure Chest of Wonders” at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 15 at Homewood Suites, 3368 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Explore one of Spain’s best kept secrets on this trip. A special bonus is an overnight in one of Spain’s paradors, a historic building transformed into a hotel. For more details, go to www.goedventures.com or contact goedventures@gmail.com.
Remembered Geometries Artist Talk
Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Remembered Geometries presents works based on traditional housetop quilt patterns. The technical use of fabrics and thread, color, line, and texture contribute to the overall complexity and magnetism of the exhibit. Van der Laan shares her craft with brilliant, sophisticated simplicity. For more information, visit springstreetgallerysaratoga.org or email springstreetgallerylist@gmail.com.
229th Birthday Celebration Concert
The First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs will be celebrating their 229th Birthday with an uplifting, musical experience by organist, Farrell Goehring on October 16 at 2 p.m. Music of J.S Bach, Mendelssohn and C.M. Widor and others will be featured. The church is located at 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. Join us after the concert for cake, coffee, and fellowship. The concert will be presented without charge to the public. Donations toward the organ fund will be gratefully accepted. With your generous help, we will be able to continue to provide organ music for services, concerts, weddings, and funerals.
Fall Stop & Shop Vendor and Craft Show
Held on October 22, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Wilton/General Schuyler Rescue Squad Emergency Building on Route 29, outside of Schuylerville. Raffles, concessions and many vendors will be there. For further information and an application to rent a table, contact Jennie McReynolds at 518-338-2709 or by email jlt100211@yahoo.com.
A Bridal Affair
Network Saratoga presents A Bridle Affair Wedding Event at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, located at 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs on Sunday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be a select group of vendors offering services and advice you need to plan all the details of your wedding day. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to see the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s newly renovated Hall of Fame Gallery event space. Enjoy food tastings, grand prizes and giveaways! Admission is complimentary. Engaged couples can register for the event at abridleaffairsaratoga.com. For more information call 518-365-3459.
Stop the Bleed Course
The Town of Malta CERT is presenting the first “Stop the Bleed” course. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office is joining the Town to present this life-saving training class. Minutes count! Take the course and become empowered to make a life-or-death difference when a bleeding emergency occurs. Stop the Bleed®. Save a Life! This hands-on, free course will be offered to Malta residents on Wednesday, October 26th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm in the Malta Community Center. Maximum class size is 12 participants. To register, please visit the Community Center’s website at maltany.myrec.com. To be on a waiting list for the next course, please email CW@crkl.com and note “Stop the Bleed” in the subject line.