Sheep Shearing, Backyard BBQ, Art of Photography at Brookside Museum

BALLSTON SPA —Brookside Museum, located at 21 Fairground Ave. will host the following events this month: 

Sheep to Shawl Community Day at Brookside – Saturday, May 11, 1-4 p.m. The famous Fred the Shearer, and the Rock Day Spinning Guild will assemble on Brookside Museum’s front lawn to demonstrate every facet of sheep raising, shearing, and spinning to produce the wool clothing that was so ubiquitous in early America. Sheep to Shawl is a hands-on, family-friendly event. Young and the young-at-heart will have fun petting the sheep, meeting farmers, and participating in demonstrations. A terrific opportunity to embrace the spring weather, learn about Saratoga County’s agricultural past, and enjoy some quality family time.

Welcome Back Spring Millers Backyard BBQ at Brookside – Wednesday, May 15, 3-6 p.m. There is a choice of a ½ chicken or ½ lb. of pulled pork dinner for $15, as well as beef brisket dinner for $20.  (Brisket dinner is only available by pre-order).  All dinners come with baked potato, coleslaw and corn bread.  An 8 oz. side order of mac & cheese is also available for $5.  Barbecue is take-out only with drive-through pick-up.  Reserve in advance is encouraged by visiting the website or calling 518-885-4000. All proceeds will be used to fund public education and children’s programs.

The Art of Photography: From Adirondacks to Brookside – Saturday, May 18, 10-11:30 a.m.. Join Dave Waite & Kathleen Royka and learn the skill of capturing the photo seen in the mind’s eye. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, go to: www.brooksidemuseum.org