August 3-7, 2020
Author: Saratoga TODAY
Saratoga County 4-H Announces Winners of Youth Video Challenge
BALLSTON SPA – Saratoga 4-H staff delivered trophies to winners of the Youth Video Challenge for the Virtual Saratoga County Fair. 4-H members were asked to submit videos about the animal species they would typically bring to the Saratoga County Fair. The Video challenge provided youth an opportunity to showcase their animals and knowledge of the species they care for. Educators and animal science professionals judged the videos on Wednesday, July 22 and winners were awarded on Thursday the 24.
The Saratoga County Fair is the most anticipated event of the year for 4-H members. Youth work year round to breed, care for, and prepare their animals to be shown at this annual event. In the past, around 200 youth across the county participate in animal shows, species including: dairy cattle, beef cattle, horses, rabbits, sheep, goats and more. Youth and their animals are judged for cleanliness, animal confirmation, genetics, and other aspects of animal health. The cancelation of the Saratoga County Fair was devastating, yet youth came together to exhibit their animal in a fun and educational way.
The Youth Video Challenge for the Virtual Saratoga County Fair had three categories, Cloverbud, ages 8 and under, Jr., ages 9-12, and Sr., ages 13-18. Cloverbuds receive participation awards and first, second and third place trophies were given to the top three videos submitted.
Trophy Winners are as follows:
Senior Division:
First– Kohlby Himelrick with his Goat
Second– Julia Bodien with her Rabbit
Third- Collin Anderson with his Sheep
Junior Division
First– Eva Anderson with her Rabbit
Congrats to our winners! Despite the County Fair being canceled, Saratoga County 4-H has been working to create and renew our diverse educational opportunities to fit the changing educational climate. For more information about 4-H Animal Science opportunities, please contact Brieanna Hughes at bh548@cornell.edu or visit our website at ccesaratoga.org.
July 31 – August 6, 2020
Build Bunk Beds for Children
Please join us on Saturday, August 8 to build bunk beds for children at St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville, 8 a.m. set up, 9 a.m. build. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a group of volunteers dedicated to finding those children who are sleeping on the floor or otherwise unwanted conditions and delivering hand-built bunk beds free of charge. Come be a part of the teams building bunk beds for children.
Live Chamber Music Benefit
A Benefit at SPAC’s Pines Pavilion on Friday, August 28 and repeated Sunday, August 30. Both concerts start at 3 p.m. You are invited to join the Saratoga Chamber Players for a LIVE chamber music experience at the Pines, SPAC’s new open-air, covered pavilion. The concert is a benefit in support of SCP’s musicians. Tickets are $50 and must be purchased in advance online at eventbrite.com/o/saratoga-chamber-players-25178185141 First come-first served. In order to provide an intimate musical experience, to offer shelter from the weather, and maintain appropriate social distancing, there will be a strict limit of 25 attendees at each performance. For more information visit, www.saratogachamberplayers.org.
9th Annual Jane Austen Retreat
Join the Jane Austen Society North America (JASNA)-New York Capital Region for the 9th Annual Jane Austen Retreat at Wiawaka Retreat Center for Women on Lake George, New York, on August 28-30. Participants will join scholars and enthusiasts in
exploring Austen’s world through facilitated discussions, viewing and discussion of a filmed adaptation of “Lady Susan,” and special sessions led by the featured presenters, concluding with a Box Hill Picnic. The cost of retreat attendance is $25 for JASNA members and $30 for non-members. To register for the retreat, please make check payable to JASNA NYS Capital Region and send to: JASNA NYCR, c/o Nancy Duell, 56 Fifth St., Glens Falls, NY 12801. For additional information on the Retreat, contact Nancy at 1 (518) 321-1887 or ardhn23@netscape.net.
July 31 – August 6, 2020
Friday, July 31
Pond Exploration Hours
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort 10 a.m. – noon
Catch and identify aquatic animals with environmental educators! Registration is required, no exceptions. Call 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. Participants will be limited so proper social distancing can be followed. Staff will sanitize all equipment. Pond Exploration Hours are Thursday and Friday through August 21, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
22 Annual Virtual Travers Wine Tasting Fundraiser
Online at www.lifepathny.com | 6 p.m.
Thousands of our most vulnerable neighbors have found themselves alone, with little to eat, and almost no way to socialize. We need your help to ensure that the vital work of LifePath can continue – meals can be delivered and programs to provide socialization are conducted. This year we’re going virtual! Please join us in the comfort of your own home, as we raise a glass for seniors to celebrate and support LifePath’s Annual Travers Wine Tasting. Your support will make a big difference in the lives of the older adults in the Capital District.
Saturday, August 1
Washington County Antique Fair
Washington County Fairgrounds, 392 Old Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Come to the fairgrounds for the Antique Fair and Flea Market. With an average of 220 vendors, you will be sure to find what you are looking for. Sunday, August 2 hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For details, visit fairgroundshows.com.
Sunday, August 2
Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Summer Stroll
North Broadway and Van Dam St., Saratoga Springs 10:30 a.m.
The Good Life – North Broadway: Meet at the northwest corner of North Broadway and Van Dam Street (in front of Witt Construction). Executive Director of SSPF, Samantha Bosshart, will lead a tour of the grand Queen Annes along this famed corridor. Tickets must be purchased in advance and space is limited. Visit saratogapreservation.org/calendar/summer-strolls
Monday, August 3
Movie Night at the Farm: Rocky (PG)
Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Along with the movies ($10 per car), we’ve got local chefs cooking up amazing food, from small charcuterie boxes to vegetarian picnic boxes for four, and pulled-pork sandwiches, veggie skewers, ice cream sandwiches, and much more, plus cocktails and nonalcoholic beverages to keep you cool. And popcorn, of course! Movie begins at 8:45 p.m. We have space for only 150 cars, distanced for safety, so book now; tickets will go fast! Rain date: Wednesday 8/5. Get tickets and pre-order food here: secure.qgiv.com/for/pmn
Tuesday, August 4
Lunchtime Concert Series
Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m.
This week’s featured concert: Smokey Greene and the Greene Brothers. Free event.
Wednesday, August 5
Roast Pork Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
For curbside pick-up only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy, and roll, tossed salad. Dinner for 2 $25 (cash only).
Poetry Night
Caffe Lena Poetry Night Live Stream | 8 p.m.
Recorded in the listening room and broadcast live for the community to enjoy. Picking up its regular slot on the first Wednesday of the month, Caffe Lena’s poetry night will feature our regular host, Carol Graser, and 3 local writers: D. Alexander Holiday, Marilynn McCabe and Elizabeth Gordon. For more information, visit www.caffelena.org.
Thursday, August 6
Ballston Spa Concerts in the Park
Iron Spring Park, Front St., Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m.
The BSBPA presents the 2020 Concerts in the Park summer concert series in Iron Spring Park on Front Street. This free concert series is a signature summer event in Ballston Spa. It’s a great family friendly event made possible by the Ballston Spa Summer Event Sponsorship Fund. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village! This week’s concert features the Union Fire Company Band.
George Lawrence Greene
George Lawrence Greene
SARASOTA, FL – George Lawrence Greene of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Smoke Rise, Kinnelon, NJ and Saratoga Springs passed away July 16, 2020. George was laid to rest at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Friday July 24, 2020. Please visit burkefuneralhome.com