Friday, March 14
Tea and Talk: Keeping Bees & Writing Books
Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 3 p.m. Join us for tea and light refreshments while Farial English, local beekeeper and author, shares her knowledge about her hobbies and how she became involved in them. Registration is requested, but not required, at 518-882-6385.
Bon Anniversaire!
Hubbard Hall Freight Depot, Main St., Cambridge | 6:30 p.m. A night of French food and fare celebrating Battenkill Chorale’s 30th Anniversary. A fundraiser for the Battenkill Chorale with French Food, drink, entertainment by Rob Ellis, silent auction and fun for all! $50 per person. Viva La Chorale! Tickets can be purchased online at Battenkillchorale.org or by reservation at: battenkilltickets@gmail.com.
Moonlight Hike
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 7 – 8 p.m. Are you interested in seeing the preserve at night? View nature in a new light, as we walk the trails in moonlight. An unforgettable experience for all ages! These walks are made possible with the support of Brookfield Renewable. To register call 518-450-0321 or visit, www.wiltonpreserve.org.
Saturday, March 15
Winter Birding Walk
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 8 – 9 a.m. Join us on a morning walk through the Saratoga Sand Plains to see which birds stick around for the winter! This walk is made possible with the support of Brookfield Renewable. To register call 518-450-0321 or visit, www.wiltonpreserve.org.
A Journey Through England Presentation
Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 12 – 2 p.m. Maria Goldsmith will share history, her experiences, and special photos as we travel with her through England. You will see familiar and unique places as she mingles with the people and their culture. Please register to attend by calling 518-882-6385.
Heritage Hunters Meet
Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville | 1 p.m. “A Hudson Valley Reckoning: Discovering the Forgotten History of Slaveholding in My Dutch American Family” is the story of journalist Debra Bruno’s Greene County ancestors. Learning that her Dutch ancestors had been some of the most entrenched slavers in a 200-year period in New York State, Debra knew she had to tell the story. She met Eleanor Mire, descended from the people her Coxsackie family enslaved. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jonathan Eig called the book “an enthralling story and important work of history, impressively researched and beautifully told.” The public is welcome. For more information, call 518-885-9309.
Corned Beef Dinner
Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 4 – 6 p.m. The church will be hosting a Corned Beef Dinner. Cost: Free will donation. Come join us.
Chicken & Biscuit Dinner
Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 4:30–6 p.m. Meal includes: Chicken & Biscuit, gravy, with vegetables, soup, beverage and homemade desserts
Adults $12. We are encouraging pre-orders for Pick-up & Delivery dinners.
Sunday, March 16
All You Can Eat Breakfast
Gansevoort Firehouse, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort | 8 – 11 a.m. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, omelets, pancakes, hash, French toast, home fries, biscuits, and sausage gravy, orange juice, milk, and coffee. Donations: $12 adults, $10 seniors 55+, $10 military and 1st responders, $8 children 6 – 12, kids under 6 free.
First 2025 Slow Roll
Meet at the Spirit of Life, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Join Bikeatoga on our first Slow Roll of the season for our Pi(e) Ride. We will load our pies on Bikeatoga Founder, Ian Klepetar’s Pie Trailer, and ride from house to house to chat and share our pies, sweet and savory! Looking forward to seeing you at the Pie Ride. Contact us at info@bikeatoga.org or text us at 518-290-0746 for more information.
Monday, March 17
The Thymly Herb Garden Group Meeting
4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. There will be a short herb of the month presentation by a member. Our guest presenter is Laurie Freeman who will demonstrate chair yoga for gardeners. Members and guests are asked to participate if they would like. Following the presentation, there will be light refreshments and a meeting. Dues for the year to join the Thymly Herb Group are $20.00. First time attendance is free. New members are always welcome. Please RSVP, thymlyherbmail@gmail.com. Meeting canceled If the Ballston Spa School District has a delay or closes that day.
Community Mixer & Annual Meeting
Next Door Kitchen & Bar, 51 Front St., Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m. The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association annual event brings together business owners, community leaders, and residents to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments, introduce the new Board of Directors, and outline exciting plans for the year ahead. The evening will begin with a social hour at 6:00 PM, featuring a cash bar and an appetizer station included in the registration fee. Guests will enjoy a delicious selection of Next Door Kitchen & Bar’s signature dishes. At 7 p.m., the official meeting will begin. Cost is $40. Pre-Registration: Available online at www.ballston.org. RSVP Option: Email info@ballston.org to reserve your spot and pay at the door (cash, check, or Square payment).
Tuesday, March 18
Perogies Sale
Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | Pickup 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese will be available. Cost is $12.dozen. Pick-up is from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.. Call 518-363-0001 for the orders. We will confirm orders. It is recommended you contact us early.
Soups Cooking Class
Cornell Cooperative Extension, Saratoga County, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Missed the first time: offered again. Free recipes “secrets on how to build the perfect instant soup every time”. Lesson Menu: Thai Coconut Milk instant soup, Minestrone instant soup, Turkey White Bean Chili, French Pea soup. Reserve your spot by 3/16 at 518-885-8995.
Town of Greenfield Historical Society Meeting
Community Center, 25 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 7 p.m. Program is America 250: The Ballston Connection, by Rick Reynolds. America’s fight for independence about 250 years ago involved many different people from many walks of life throughout the 13 colonies. It was the actions of people at the local level who helped make a difference who won or lost in this struggle. Saratoga County was no exception. Come and hear our part of history. All are welcome, free admission.
Wednesday, March 19
Historian Tea Talk – Ruby Marcotte on “Love Your Neighbor”
Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 3 p.m. Ruby Marcotte, a 4th generation traditional artist of Abenaki Native American and Quebecois French heritage, and previously Town Historian for the Town of Day, who will present a program, “Love Your Neighbor”, about her life growing up in an informal, out of the way community, “on the mountain”, west of Corinth, a community with a rich, long history of connectedness. Tea and cookies will be served. Registration is free and recommended, but a donation of $5 per registration, online or at the event, would be appreciated to support the programs of Saratoga County History Center.
Chicken Marsala 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: Chicken Marsala, rice, vegetables, salad, roll. $15 (cash only).
Free Community Meal
Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 5 – 7 p.m. Come join us for food and fellowship.
Astronomy Club
Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m. Spring Constellations is the topic this month. The Club is open to adults and teens (middle school and older). Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385. This group meets regularly on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. New members are welcome.
Thursday, March 20
Women in the Movement for a Greener Future
The Edison Club 891 Riverview Rd., Rexford | 5:30 p.m. Presented by Zonta Club of Schenectady. Join us for a panel discussion about how three local women are impacting their industries, the future of our climate, and their own quality of life through their professional and personal commitments to a greener and more sustainable future for all. Free to attend – Dinner and beverages available for purchase. Registration required to sue37nott@aol.com or text 518-469-8879