August 2 – 8, 2024
14th Annual Caboose Day
Town of Greenfield Historical Society will host their 14th annual Caboose Day at Kings Station on Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tour Kings Station and Caboose at Corner of Route 9N and Porter Road. Vendors, bake sale, T-shirts, food and drinks available for purchase. Train rides from Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway, 9 Railroad Place, Corinth to Kings Station and Special “Greenfield Flyer” from Kings Station to LaMothe Landing and back. Book your ride now at CorinthTrain.com (cost and times listed on website). A Trolley will take you to Kings Station and back to train. Rain or Shine
Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement
August 10 and 11, Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. We will be showcasing over 75 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker and Artisanal Specialty Food community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Also, enjoy a Food Market including food trucks and prepackaged foods, a Book Market, a Tiny Bookmaking Workshop, and live music! For more Information – including a full list of vendors is available at www.MarketsAtRoundLake.com. This is a free event and a fundraiser for the Round Lake Libraries.
Health, History, and Horses Charity Gala
Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annualy to established charities in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. Thursday, August 22 from 6 – 9 p.m. Held at Saratoga-Wilton elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Complimentary Beer & Wine the first hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket, 50/50 and race track t-shirt quilt raffles. Cost is $80 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets: www.ladiesofcharitysaratoga.com. Attire: Summer Festive
2024 Swing for Music Golf Tournament
The Saratoga Chamber Players is planning the 2024 Swing for Music golf tournament, and we hope you will save the date to join us. The proceeds will support our programming in the Saratoga elementary schools and our outreach to seniors as well as our dazzling chamber music concerts. The event will take place at Airway Meadows golf course on Friday, September 13. We look forward to your participation in the 9-hole scramble. Registration begins at 3:15 p.m. with a shotgun start at 3:45 p.m. The fee is $80. It includes prizes and the traditional taco dinner following the round of golf. Registration forms will go out in July, but meanwhile please mark your calendars and share this information with your leagues and fellow golfers. If you would like a registration form or have questions, contact: prubio@skidmore.edu.
Car Show
Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 car show will be held on September 22, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at One Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Rain date September 29. Classic, custom, collectible – all years welcome. Vendors, trophies, food, DJ, raffles, 50/50. For pre-registration forms email Pat at PKaniuka@gmail.com. Text or call 518-859-2648.
Looking for Unique Vendors & Artisans
Ballston Area Seniors are gearing up for their Annual Bazaar on Saturday November 9 at the Town of Milton Community Center, located at 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Currently, there are only 10 indoor spaces are left to be filled. What is your specialty? Pickles, Relishes, jams & jellies, or any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. We are looking for you to join us. Indoor spaces — 8’Wx7’D are $30. indoor only (first come, first serve basis and electrical outlets indoor are limited.) Outdoor spaces—12’Wx10’D are $ 25. To receive an Exhibit Contract and a Town of Milton agreement contact the Bazaar Vendor Coordinator Sue Heimburg we can e-mail out contracts. Sheim381@aol.com or Call—518-885-8037 / text message
Tuscan Treasures: Art, Food and Wine from Lucca to Florence
Academy for Lifelong Learning Announces Tour to Tuscany, November 10 – 18, 2024, is an enchanting medley of Renaissance cities, rolling hills and terraced vineyards. This very special region offers a quintessential Italian experience. From olive groves and cypress alleys to the romantic villages perched on rocky outcrops, the landscape here has become a symbol of the country as a whole. We will spend three nights in Lucca and four in Florence. Special features include wine tastings, lunch at a Tuscan farm, a cooking class preparing a three-course dinner, guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery and visit to the Accademia to view the renowned David. The double occupancy price for air and land is $5775. For additional information, contact goedventures@gmail.com.