June 20 – June 26, 2025
Upcoming Events
An Evening with Poets
The Tang Teaching Museum at Skidmore College announces An Evening with Poets in “a field of bloom and hum” on Friday, June 27, at 8 p.m. A collaboration with the New York State Summer Writers Institute, the evening is curated by acclaimed poet Tom Healy. The event takes place in the second-floor gallery, where one long wall features the work by more than 140 artists from the early twentieth century to today, forming a tapestry of identity, memory, and community. Admission is free. For more information, call 518-580-8080 or visit https://tang.skidmore.edu.
30th Annual Saratoga Soroptimist Secret Gardens Tour
Nine spectacular gardens in Saratoga Springs are featured on the tour, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 29. Purchase $30 advance tickets at www.soroptimistsaratoga.org or at Northshire Bookstore, Cudney’s Cleaners, Faddegon’s Nursery or Adirondack Trust Co. branches. Day-of tickets for $35 will be sold online and from 9:30 a.m. to noon while supplies last outside the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, 297 Broadway. Garden descriptions and suggested driving directions are provided with purchase.
The tour supports programs and individuals benefitting women and girls, including Wellspring. Questions? Email secretgardensinfo@gmail.com.
True North – Trusting Jesus in a Wild World
Vacation Bible School Registration Now Open! St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, July 7 – 11, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Give your children a week of positive, Christ-centered experiences, grow their faith, and build meaningful relationships. Each day your child will come home with a big smile, a stronger faith, and singing their hearts out with the songs that they will be learning each day! There will be snacks, crafts, games, and skits, too. There are opportunities for children, youth, and adults, so go to www.spalutheran.org/vbs or call 518-584-0904 for more info and to sign up. Free and open to all, but donations are appreciated.
Charlton Freehold Community Rummage Sale
Held on Saturday, July 12, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event is located at Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd. Charlton. To reserve a table or for more information, call 518-399-4831 and leave a message or email: office@charltonfreehold.org.
17th Annual An Unbridled Affair Gala Fundraiser
Dine and delight while mingling with friends and special guests from the world of Thoroughbred Racing – all in support of local nonprofit, CAPTAIN Community Human Services. The Gala will be held on Thursday, July 17, at Prime at Saratoga National Golf Club. We’ll have new and exciting items for our auction and raffle, entertainment by the J Yager Duo, a captivating program emceed by Spectrum News 1 anchor, Dan Bazile with special guest Thoroughbred trainer Gary Contessa, and many more surprises! Tickets start at $200 per person. Sponsorships are currently available. For more information, please visit our website at UnbridledAffair.org, or call 518-399-4624.
Upcoming Lawn Sale
Old Stone Church, 159 Stone Church Rd, (town of Milton) Ballston Spa is looking for gently used or new items for their lawn sale to be held July 25 and 26 and August 1, 2, 8 and 9, from 9 a.m. till 3 p.m., Items can be placed on the ramp located in back of the church. Not accepted is exercise equipment, skies, car seats, mattresses. For more information call the church at 518-583-1002.
Looking for Unique Vendors & Artisans
Ballston Area Seniors are gearing up for their Annual Bazaar on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Held at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. What is your specialty? Pickles, relishes, jams and jellies, or any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. We are looking for you to join us. Indoor spaces—8’Wx6’D cost $30, indoor only (first come, first serve basis and electrical outlets indoors are limited.) Outdoor spaces—12’Wx10’D cost $25. To receive an Exhibit Contract and a Town of Milton agreement contact the Bazaar Vendor Coordinator Sue Heimburg at Sheim381@aol.com or Call—518-885-8037 / text message and we can e-mail the contract.