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Skidmore Lacrosse Player Named Rookie of the Year

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Photo of Skidmore lacrosse player Mike Aiello via Matt Milless/Skidmore Athletics.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore College freshman Mike Aiello has been named the Liberty League Men’s Lacrosse Rookie of the Year, making him the first Thoroughbred recipient of that award since 2009. He also received All-Liberty League Honorable Mention.

Aiello finished the season with a team-high 35 goals and 46 points, ranking fourth in the Liberty League in goals per game (2.33) and second in shots per game (8.93). He also had 10 multi-goal games and scored at least once in each of his first 14 contests.

Other Skidmore lacrosse honorees included David Koffler, who was voted to the All-Liberty League Second Team, and All-Liberty League Honorable Mentions Marty McFadden and Michael Dearborn.

Koffler played in and started all 15 games this season, scoring 14 goals and six assists for a career-best 20 points. He also scooped up 28 ground balls and caused four turnovers. Additionally, he finished with 60 shots (31 shots on goal) and had a game-winning goal against New Paltz.

 McFadden finished third in the Liberty League averaging 1.86 caused turnovers per game. He also scored three goals and had an assist for a career-best four points.

Dearborn ranked second in the Liberty League, averaging 1.93 caused turnovers per game. He finished his debut season for Skidmore recording a team-high 29 caused turnovers.

Amateur Photographers Invited to Submit Photos

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SCHUYLERVILLE — Amateur Photographers are invited to submit their images to the Photography Exhibit at the Schuylerville Garden Club’s Annual Standard Flower Show.  

The show entitled “Once Upon A Time” will be held on July 12 and July 13 at the Town Hall in Schuylerville.  

The photography section is entitled “Mirror, Mirror on the Wall”.  The classes are as follows:

Class 1 “Dreamland” – A Woodland Landscape

Class 2 “Nymphs” – Close-up of a Plant, Flower or Insect

Class 3 “Cast A Spell” – A Garden Scene

All photos should be the work of the exhibitor.  Photos should be 8 x 10 inches with a white 11×14 inch mat. Photos must be pre-registered. For details and an entry form, visit www.schuylervillegardenclub.org or call Nancy Derway, Photography Chairman at 518-796-4797 campderway@yahoo.com. 

In addition to the Photo Exhibit, the show will include Horticulture, Floral Design and Artistic Crafts Competition classes, plant, glove and bake sales, a benefit table with prizes and special exhibits. Refreshments and admission to the show will be free.

Home Made Theater Holds Open Auditions for 1776

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Home Made Theater will hold open auditions for their July production of the Tony Award-winning musical 1776, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards, and book by Peter Stone. This production will be directed by Michael Gatzendorfer.

The auditions will be held on Monday, May 12 and Tuesday, May 13, starting at 6 p.m. at Home Made Theater’s headquarters at the Wilton Mall. Callbacks (by invitation only) will be held on Wednesday, May 14.

The primary cast consists of 24 adult men, and two adult women. While the goal is to primarily cast men in the leading historically male roles, HMT is considering women for the many roles traditionally played by men. Women interested in auditioning for these roles should be prepared to portray male characters. All ethnicities and gender identities are encouraged to audition.

For the audition: bring a current photo (cannot be returned), a resume (if available) and a list of conflicts for all rehearsal dates. Except for Tech Week and performances, conflicts can be worked around if known in advance. Prepare a 16-32 bar cut of a modern musical theatre song. An accompanist will be provided. Be prepared to read one of the monologues that will be provided. 

Rehearsals will be Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 6-9 p.m. starting May 21; there may be some Sunday rehearsals as well (TBD). Tech week starts on Sunday, July 13. All rehearsals except for Tech Week will be held at Home Made Theater’s Wilton Mall headquarters.

Performances are weekends July 18-27. There will be performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, and Sunday afternoons. For more information, go to: www.homemadetheater.org.

Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus Sings to Second Place

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ALBANY — Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus won second place in Division A (small chorus containing 12-25 singing members) and placed fifth overall at the Greater New York/New Jersey Region 15 Annual Convention and Competition, Sweet Adelines International, recently held in Albany. 

Twenty-two accomplished singers under the direction of Jennifer Hunter took to the stage to compete in four-part Barbershop style. The chorus performed a musical package exploring different aspects of finding and losing love, including “This Could Be the Start of Something Big,” and “From the First Hello to the Last Goodbye.” 

Saratoga Soundtrack Chorus is an award-winning women’s a cappella group, singing four-part harmony. They perform everything from classics and jazz to ballads and contemporary songs. The chorus has been entertaining since 2008. 

The Chorus rehearses at 7 p.m. Monday nights at the Knights of Columbus on Pine Rd. in Saratoga Springs. To learn more or if you have interest in auditioning to become a member, go to: https://www.saratogasoundtrack.org. 

Steve Martin & Martin Short – Live at The Palace Theatre 

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“The Dukes of Funnytown!” comes to the Palace Theatre in December.

ALBANY — Steve Martin and Martin Short’s show, “The Dukes of Funnytown!”  will stage at the Palace Theatre in Albany on Dec. 4. 

Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.”

Special guests include Jeff Babko & the Steep Canyon Rangers.

Tickets via Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com. Tickets are also available for purchase at the Palace Theatre Box Office.

Participating Artists Deadline is June 1 for Summertime Artisan Trails in Washington County Event

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WASHINGTON COUNTY — Art lovers and curious explorers alike are invited to spend a weekend discovering the creative spirit of Washington County. The seventh annual Artisan Trails in Washington County will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 12 -13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

This self-guided tour features open studios and pop-up artist fairs across the county, where visitors can enjoy live demonstrations, plein air painting, hands-on workshops, and a wide variety of artwork available for purchase.

Hosted by the non-profit Artisan Trails in Washington County, the event celebrates the region’s vibrant creative community and highlights the rich history, scenic landscapes, and diverse handmade traditions found throughout the area.

Visitors will be guided to each site via maps both online and on paper, along with roadside signs. The tour typically includes studios of painters, textile artists, metal sculpturers, stained glass artists, photographers, potters, furniture makers, beekeepers, blacksmiths, farms, cider houses, breweries, and more. The event itself is free and open to the public.

The application deadline for participating artists is June 1. More information and registration are available at www.artisan-trails.org.

On Stage at UPH: What Do Shakespeare, Strings, and a Broadway Star Have in Common? 

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — This season at Universal Preservation Hall, Shakespeare, strings, and a Broadway star are each taking center stage in the venue’s lineup of performances. 

 “Antonio, or What I Would” will be in the Great Hall 8 p.m. Saturday, May 31 and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 1. The production takes a firmly gay stance on Shakespeare’s favorite pirate. It’s the closing performance of a somewhat successful outdoor production of “Twelfth Night,” and the actor playing Antonio finds himself asking, “What happened here?” as the queerness of both his character and his own identity is relegated to stage left. “Antonio, or What I Would” was developed at the Play on Labs with Troy Foundry Theatre in 2024.  

Long before “Bridgerton” broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. They will be in the Great Hall 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 9. On their latest tour, VSQ has created fresh arrangements of the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift, performing spellbinding and innovative renditions of Swift’s music alongside familiar hits from Billie Eilish, BTS, “Bridgerton,” The Weekend, and Daft Punk. 

The first show in the Great Hall announced for 2026 is Matthew Morrison: Rhythms & Revelations 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5. Matthew Morrison, known for his standout role as Will Schuester on “Glee,” is a dynamic performer whose charisma and versatility have captivated audiences for years. With a background in musical theatre, Morrison effortlessly blends his impressive vocal talents with a strong acting presence, bringing depth and charm to his performances. 

Tickets are on sale through the Box Office at Proctors in person, via phone at 518-346-6204 Tuesday- Saturday 12-6 p.m. or online by visiting atuph.org. Groups of 10 or more can get the group discount by calling 518-382-3884 x 139.

Week of May 9 – May 15

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Upcoming Events

Community Blood Drive

St. Clement’s Church will host the blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, May 16 from Noon – 5 p.m. at the church’s Parish Center, located at 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. For more information or to make an appointment to donate, call 1-800-redcross or sign up online at redcrossblood.org with sponsor code STCLEMENTS. According to the Red Cross, donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, A negative and B negative.

11th Annual Fundraising Gala 

Gateway House of Peace is excited to announce The Butterfly Ball, to be held on Friday, May 16, 6 – 10 p.m. It will be held at the Bright Family’s historic barn at Twin Leaf Farm in Greenfield Center. It will be an evening of dancing, delicious food, a silent auction, and a chance to win $10,000, all in the spirit of supporting our mission of providing free 24-hour care for the terminally ill. GHOP is a 100% donor-driven organization and relies on fundraising and donations. Contact Dianne Greene at dgreene@gatewayhouseofpeace.org for more information. Tickets are available at https://www.gatewayhouseofpeace.org/.

SoBro Triangle 

It is time to plant the Second Phase of the SoBro Triangle and we can’t wait to get in the dirt with you on Saturday May 17! We’re planning a BIG day and by registering on our website you will be joining a group of dedicated volunteers passionate about regreening our city with native plants. www.sobroconservancy.org. 

Plant Sale and Chicken BBQ

Saturday, May 17. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church, 466 South Rt. 32, Schuylerville, Plant Sale begins at 9 a.m., Takeout BBQ (from Ugly Rooster Cafe), from 2 – 4 pm. $16 each. For BBQ reservations, call 518-584-1812 or 518-396-8430.  A Silent Auction will benefit Guatemalan Mission Team.

Hubbard Hall Spring Gala: A New Beginning

 Join us on Saturday, May 17, 6 – 9 p.m. for an evening of music, food, and celebration in support of the arts, our community, and the future of Hubbard Hall. This year’s event features: live music by The Mike McMann Band, buffet dinner, desserts, and passed appetizers by Brown’s Brewing Co. A relaxed atmosphere of community and camaraderie. VIP guests will enjoy an exclusive pre-event champagne toast and private tour of the LoveJoy, our newly renovated artist residency building. Dress is bright colors to usher in the new season. Tickets cost $125 Early Bird (through May 1), $150 Gala Ticket

$200 VIP and Gala (includes champagne toast and tour). RSVP at hubbardhall.org or call 518-677-2495.

Community Day Celebration

The Town of Greenfield holds its first Community Day Celebration on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Middle Grove Park, located at 428 Middle Grove Rd. The event, described as a “red, white and blue barbecue,” will feature special commemorative, “TOG Better TOGether” t-shirts for $15. Sponsors will be listed on the back. Food and drinks will be sold and there will be a special appearance by many Greenfield Farmers Market vendors, local artists as well as family activities like games, an inflatable obstacle course and more.

Composting Workshop

Join Sustainable Saratoga to learn how (and why) to set up a residential composting unit. All materials provided for Schuylerville Village residents (NYSERDA supported). The workshop will be held on Sunday, May 18 at 11 a.m. All are welcome, free workshop. Village residents can pre-order info@villageofschuylerville.org or by calling 518-695-3881. Help divert costly food waste of the landfill. 

North Country Wild Care’s 2025 Fundraising Gala

Join us on Sunday, May 18, at 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at The Gideon Putnam, 24 Gideon Putnam Rd., Saratoga Springs. Keynote Speaker will be Steve Caporizzo, News Channel 20 Chief Meteorologist, animal advocate and founder of Pet Connection. Your support will benefit our local volunteer wildlife rehabilitators. Educational wildlife viewing begins at 11: 30 a.m. followed by the silent auction, lunch and live music. 100% of the proceeds from the lunch and silent auction go toward the cost of food and medication for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Tickets are $75 (by May 12) and thereafter $85. To order online: www.ticketstripe.com/ncwc-gala-2025 or call Julie at 518-522-2657. 

Paint &Sip

Gurtler Bros. VFW Post 420, located at 190 Excelsior Ave. Saratoga Springs, will host a Paint & Sip, Sunday May 18 at 1 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of painting, sipping and fun! Tracy Caprood will guide you through a creative painting session. $35 Fee includes supplies and refreshments. Call Tracy at 518-596-2220 for reservations. 

Art in the Park

Held in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs on May 24, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Rain date: Saturday, May 31). 

Join us for our annual art fair in Congress Park, located in beautiful downtown Saratoga Springs. The event features artists from near and far representing all genres of work in a beautiful park setting. Artists will be on hand selling and discussing their work with the public. The event will also feature live music, artist demos, and more! This event is free and open to the public! 

Summer SPACtacular

Join us on Friday, May 30 at 5 p.m. for a magical evening under the stars and on the SPAC stage at our summer season kickoff fundraiser. The 3rd annual Summer SPACtacular promises to be the best yet, all to celebrate and support SPAC’s mission to serve the Capital Region and beyond through artistic excellence, educational programming, and community outreach. This event will sell out. Space is limited. Do not wait to purchase tickets. Tickets start at $175. This event is 21+. Learn more and buy tickets at spac.org. 

16th Annual Route 50 Mile Road Race

CAPTAIN Community Human Services is proud to present the 16th Annual Route 50 Mile on Thursday, June 12, kicking off at the corner of Route 50 and Kingsley in Burnt Hills at 6:50 p.m. This special anniversary year will also see the Route 50 Mile as part of the USATF Adirondack 2025 Grand Prix Series. This family-friendly community event is the area’s premier one-mile race and is followed immediately by the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Business and Professional Association Flag Day Parade. The proceeds benefit CAPTAIN CHS’s over 30 programs for local kids, families, and seniors. Registration begins at $20. Sponsorship is currently available. For more information, please visit our website captaincares.org/route50 or call 518-399-4624.

May 9 – May 15, 2025

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This Week’s Events:   

Friday, May 9

Famous Brown Bread and Bake Sale

Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls |Pick up is  4 – 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 10 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.  The cost is still $8 per loaf.   The bake sale is on Saturday.  Call 518-885-4794 to place your order. Please leave your name, telephone number and the number of loaves you would like to reserve; and if possible, let us know if you will be picking up on Friday or Saturday.  A representative from Simpson will call back to confirm your order.  

Native Storytelling Campfire Chat 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 7 – 8 p.m. Arrive at 6:30 for cocoa and s’mores! Join us around the campfire with a special guest presentation from Perry Ground, a master storyteller and cultural educator for traditional Haudenosaunee storytelling. Saratoga Arts made this program possible with a Community Arts Grant funded by the New York State Council of the Arts with the support of the New York State legislature.

Saturday, May 10

4th Annual Mother’s Day Flower Sale Fundraiser

Gateway House of Peace, located at 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa | 9 a.m. until sold out.  

Malta Armed Forces Day Parade

Route 9, Malta | 10 a.m. This vibrant event will bring together residents, first responders, businesses, military members and veterans to celebrate. The race will kick off at 2540 State Rt 9 and travel south through the roundabout. It will then travel north on Rt 9 concluding at the Malta Community Center. Attendees can expect a spectacular lineup featuring marching bands, colorful floats, classic cars and smiling faces. The parade is free and open to the public. Join us before the parade for the Annual Malta Mile Road race. This 1-mile race begins at the Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr., Malta to register for the race go to runsignup.com/Race/NY/Malta/MaltaMile.

Free Lunch

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Extension, Malta | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. All lunches include soup, sandwich, beverage and desert.  All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

Sheep to Shawl Community Day

Brookside Museum 21 Fairground Ave. Ballston Spa | 1-4 p.m. Sheep, lambs, farmers, herders, 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 wool clothing that was so ubiquitous in early America. Sheep to Shawl is a hands-on, family-friendly event. For more information check www.brooksidemuseum.org 

Veterans Celebration 2025

The Goat Brothers and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2586, 373 Crescent Ave., Saratoga | 1 – 7 p.m.  Sponsored by OSME Inc. Cost is $10 per person. Proceeds to benefit local Veteran organizations. Many of us have firsthand experience with or know a Veteran in need. Won’t you please lend a hand? If you have a donation, call 518-583-3398 to arrange pickup. 

Ballston Area Seniors Monthly Dance

Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 7 – 10 p.m. The dance is open to the public and ample free parking. There will be a donation of $7 per person. Snack and refreshment will be provided. Dance to the music by DJ Mark Hersh. (Adults Only).  For more information call 518-490-2851. 

Sunday, May 11

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

Rodger’s & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!

Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 200 – 4:30 p.m. Oklahoma!” is a fun and lively musical that takes you back to the early 1900s in the Oklahoma Territory. It’s all about cowboys, farmers, and the ups and downs of love! Follow Curly as he tries to win over the charming Laurey, while dealing with some friendly competition and a few twists along the way. With catchy tunes like “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” and “People Will Say We’re in Love,” this outdoor show is sure to get you laughing and singing along. Come enjoy a great night of entertainment under the open sky! Tickets at homemadetheater.org. $25 general admission, $20 students, kids aged 5 and under are free.

Monday, May 12

The Heritage Garden Club Monthly Meeting 

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine St., Saratoga Springs | Noon. The guest speaker will be Bella Osborn, Environmental Educator of Wilton Preserve and Park.  She will be presenting a program on the “History of wildlife in the preserve and identification of native and wildflowers throughout the park.  The Heritage Garden Club is a nonprofit garden club devoted to promoting horticultural education, the love of gardening, floral design, as well as civic and environmental awareness among the community.  Those interested in joining are always welcome to join us as new members.  You don’t have to have a “green thumb” to join our garden club.  If interested contact 518 256-3141 or find us on Facebook
@HeritageGardenClubof
SaratogaSprings. 

Tuesday, May 13

Managing Arthritis: A Food-First Approach to Feeling Better

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Suite 1, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Free and open to the public. In honor of Arthritis Awareness Month this May, Certified Nutrition Specialist and Physical Therapist, Dr. Sara Brown (owner of Core Restore Nutrition and Wellness), will be highlighting alternative strategies to better manage arthritis symptoms, with a focus on osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. This presentation will delve into the evidence-based alternative approaches to better manage symptoms, with a focus on anti-inflammatory foods to add into the diet, inflammatory foods to consider removing, as well as a review of research-backed supplements that can aid in better long-term management to help you feel your best. Saratogaseniorcenter.org 

Divided We Fall

ZOOM Panel Discussion, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Temple Sinai of Saratoga Springs, presents a panel discussion of the award-winning Czech film, Divided We Fall. the 2000 film is a true story that takes place in a German-occupied Czech village in World War II. A childless couple find themselves making dangerous choices as they hide a neighbor’s son, who has escaped from a concentration camp, in their pantry for two years. Divided We Fall is available to stream for free on the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/divided-we-fall-2000. It is also available to rent for streaming from Amazon and Apple. To register for the Zoom discussion, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/KHmBZ1w/DividedWeFallMay13

Wednesday,
May 14

Fraud Prevention for Seniors

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 1:30 p.m. Learn how to detect the signs of fraud, the latest trends, and how best to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Baby Back Ribs Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: baby back ribs, baked beans, cold slaw, corn bread. $15 per dinner (cash only). 

Green Drinks! 

Whitman Brewing Company, 20 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Green Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.

Thursday, May 15

Veterans Business Council Jamboree

VFW Post 420, located at 190 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Spring | 2:30 p.m. Registration. Cornhole Tournament with prizes, 3 p.m. to finish. BBQ by Dizzy Chicken at 4:30 -6:30 p.m. Free live music and Cash Bar.  Cost is $100 for a 2-person cornhole team, includes BBQ for 2. BBQ Tickets: $20 in advance online, $25 day of event. All are welcome to come and enjoy live music and support veterans. Proceeds benefit programs for veterans through the Veterans Business Council. For BBQ tickets, Cornhole signup and more information visit http://www.vbcjamboree.com VFW Post 420. Or call 518-584-9686, leave a message.

Regional Pre-Contact Archaeology of New York State 

Brookside Museum 21 Fairground Ave. Ballston Spa | 7 p.m. John Garbellano of Hartgen Archaeological Associates will explore aspects of New York State pre-contact archaeology and the broader cultural and environmental history of the Capital Region and Hudson Valley; archaeological sites evidencing the movements of Indigenous people since the end of the last ice age; and two projects Hartgen recently completed in the Towns of Malta and Cambridge, and how they fit into the larger picture of New York State Archaeology. For more information check www.brooksidemuseum.org

BOOM! Fireworks Displays Coming to Skidmore Campus

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore College will be hosting fireworks displays on its campus on both May 15 and May 31. The shows will begin around 9 p.m. and last for about 10 minutes.    

The fireworks are in honor of two celebrations: Senior Week (May 12-16) and Reunion Weekend (May 30-June 1).

The Skidmore campus is located at 815 N. Broadway.