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Sustainable Development Breaks Ground in Saratoga Springs

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An aerial photo shows the future site of Riley Farms, a new sustainable residential development from the Phinney Design Group. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Phinney Design Group announced last week the groundbreaking of a sustainable residential development in Saratoga Springs that aims to set “a new benchmark for eco-friendly living.” 

The new Riley Farms development is designed to integrate green technology, such as solar energy, geothermal heating and cooling, and advanced clean air systems, to create energy-efficient homes on a 30-acre nature preserve. Each home in the development will be designed with passive solar principles, high-performance insulation, and responsibly-sourced materials.

“This project is not just about building homes; it’s about staying true to our principles and creating a future where sustainable living is the standard, not the exception,” said Mike Phinney, founding principal architect at Phinney Design Group, in a news release.

“I didn’t want just another cookie cutter development,” said Riley Farms Owner and Developer Kenneth Scott. “We wanted to create a community of unique homes, as works of art.”

With construction already underway, the first homes are expected to be move-in ready by late 2025 or early 2026.

For more information about the project, visit https://rileyfarm.homes/.

Saratoga Arms Hotel Ranked Best in Saratoga For Third Straight Year

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Last week, U.S. News & World Report published its 2025 Best Hotel Rankings, including the Best Hotels in Saratoga Springs category. For the third year in a row, Saratoga Arms has taken the top spot as the #1 ranked hotel in the Spa City. The hotel also earned a Gold Badge, signifying the top 25% of ranked luxury hotels within a ranking list. 

U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels rankings evaluate more than 30,000 luxury properties across the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean. The methodology considers a hotel’s star rating and both expert and guest sentiment by collecting annual awards from travel publications and user scores from various sources, the combination of which helps determine each hotel’s rank.

Saratoga Chamber and Empire State University Relaunch Management Program

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Empire State University, announced last week the relaunch of the Saratoga County Institute of Management (SCIM). This program, designed for emerging or new managers, provides the essential skills and strategies needed to thrive in today’s workplace.

SCIM offers new accelerated six-week programs that not only sharpen technical and soft skills but also address some of the most common challenges faced by new managers. Participants will walk away with strategies to boost team dynamics, improve communication, and engage in effective leadership after track one. Track two covers a more tactical skill set, with a curriculum designed to cover finance, legal, human resource, and resource management. 

“The Saratoga County Institute of Management reflects our commitment to cultivating management excellence across all sectors of our economy,” said Todd Shimkus, president of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, in a news release. “SCIM is an incredible opportunity for local organizations to invest in their greatest asset—their people.”

The SCIM program was originally launched as a pilot program prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

For more information or to register for SCIM, visit www.saratoga.org/scim.

Saratoga School Board Approves $142.8 Million Capital Project Referendum

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A rendering shows what a renovated Saratoga Springs High School auditorium would look like if the district’s capital project is approved by voters in May. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Feb. 13, the Saratoga Springs City School District Board of Education approved the Legacy 2025 Capital Project referendum, a $142.8 million initiative aimed at districtwide improvements and renovations. The referendum will be presented to residents for approval on May 20.

The proposal includes modernizing additional classrooms; renovating selected bathrooms and kitchens; improving accessibility and energy efficiencies; and replacing select roofs, doors, and windows. The project will also include renovations to the high school auditorium, with new seats, carpeting, and finishes. Improvements will be made to existing athletic facilities as well, including resurfacing the track and installing turf on the infield of the softball field at Saratoga Springs High School.

Broken down by school, the project will include:

Caroline Street Elementary School

Select classroom renovations
Select bathroom renovations
Security enhancements
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Window replacement
Roof reconstruction
ADA compliance upgrades

Division Street Elementary School

Select classroom renovations
Select bathroom renovations
Security enhancements
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Window replacement
Roof reconstruction
ADA compliance upgrades

Dorothy Nolan Elementary School

Nurse’s suite renovation
Select classroom renovations
Select bathroom renovations
Security enhancements
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Window replacement
Roof reconstruction
Geyser Road Elementary School
Nurse’s suite renovation
Select classroom renovations
Select bathroom renovations
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Window replacement
Roof reconstruction
Boiler replacement

Greenfield Elementary School

Select classroom renovations
Replace septic drain
Security enhancements
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Window replacement
Boiler replacement
Roof reconstruction

Lake Avenue Elementary School

Library renovations
Auditorium renovations
Select classrooms renovations
Security enhancements
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Roof reconstruction
Elevator modernization

Maple Avenue Middle School

Select classroom renovations
Select bathroom renovations
Security enhancements
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Roof reconstruction

Saratoga Springs High School

Auditorium renovation
Select classroom renovations
Select bathroom renovations
Building improvements and energy efficiencies
Roof reconstruction
Elevator modernization
Boiler replacement
Athletic improvements
Varsity softball turf infield
Resurface track

The district anticipates that no additional taxes will be required to fund the project. Instead, funding will come from state building aid, Capital Reserve Funds, and expiring existing debt.

To help shape the scope of this project, the Legacy Referendum Advisory Committee, composed of over forty stakeholders from the community and school district, met from March to October 2024. This committee helped identify priorities for the scope of work and made recommendations to the Board of Education.

A capital project newsletter will be mailed to all district residents in April 2025.

Ballston Spa School District Celebrates National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day

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Ballston Spa School Resource Officers Kassie Heflin and Pedro Garcia pose with a student in celebration of National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. Photo via the Ballston Spa Central School District.

BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District recently praised their School Resource Officers (SRO) Deputy Kassie Heflin and Deputy Pedro Garcia as part of National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. 

SRO fill a three-part role, serving as informal mentors or counselors, law educators, and law enforcement officers to support the students and communities they serve. 

In a statement posted to its website, the district called Deputies Heflin and Garcia “valuable and essential members of the education community who deserve unwavering respect and support from the public in the pursuit of keeping schools and students safe.”

Saratoga Voices Offering Two Scholarships

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Voices, led by Noah Palmer, is hosting the 28th vocal scholarship competition for high school seniors in the Capital Region on May 30 in Burnt Hills. 

Two scholarships will be awarded, along with an opportunity to perform in a Saratoga Voices concert. While applicants don’t need to pursue a music career, the scholarships aim to support further singing studies in college. The awards are forwarded as a scholarship to the institutions of higher learning to which the students have been accepted. The first-place prize is $1,500, and second-place is $1,000. 

For more information, visit saratogavoices.org/get-involved/vocal-scholarship-program/.

February 21 – 27, 2025

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Friday, February 21

Winter Tree Identification 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10 – 11 a.m.

How do we identify trees in the winter without all the leaves? Join us to learn simple ways to determine tree species! Form more information or to register call 518-450-0321. 

Saturday, February 22

American Legion Monthly Meeting

34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Adirondack Post 70 of the American Legion will hold its monthly meeting. 

Historical Sewing Sessions

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave. Ballston Spa | 1 p.m. Historical Sewing Sessions for Reenactors & those Looking to Volunteer at Saratoga 250 Events: Caps & Accessories. Come and enjoy an afternoon of stitching, tea, and camaraderie as we share information, resources, and ideas for clothing that can be worn during upcoming events related to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a focus on caps and accessories. All are welcome to attend these free gatherings, but pre-registration is required. Email aclothier@SaratogaCountyNY.gov to sign up.

Sunday, February 23

Breakfast Buffet

ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m. Eggs to order, bacon, pancakes, etc. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $5 children (10 & under), $12 take out orders. 

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale 

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 11-3 p.m. Admission is free. Over 40 vendors, great parking, crafts galore, and lunch. Lots of shopping with necklace sets, earrings, Scentsy, Baby Burp Cloths, Legos, 2-3x clothing, as well as household items, knitted and hand-made items, food treats, antiques and vintage items, and just about anything you can imagine.  New vendors sign up every month.  A fun activity the entire family enjoys.  All proceeds go to local charities.   8’ table and chairs $15.  Email Debbie deborahozolins@gmail.com for information or to sign up for a table(s). Applications are available in Elks lobby after 3 p.m. daily.  

Monday, February 24

Garden Club Meeting

4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m.  The Thymly Herb Garden Group will hold its monthly meeting. If the Ballston Spa School District has a delay or closes that day, we will not meet. Bring your favorite garden tool to share with the group. The Blade Dr. will sharpen tools/scissors/knives during the meeting.  Visit his website for prices: www.The BladeDr.com. Following the presentation, there will be light refreshments and a meeting.  Dues for the year to join the Thymly Herb Group are $20.  First time attendance is free.   Please RSVP with questions or to let us know you will be joining us. thymlyherbmail@gmail.com

Tuesday, February 25

Blood on the Clocktower

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game for adults. It’s a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for five to twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Free admission. Register online at the Saratoga Springs Public Library www.sspl.org. 

Wednesday, February 26

Prime Rib 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: Queen Cut Prime Rib (10 – 12 oz.), red skin potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll. $15 (cash only). 

Science on Tap

Common Roots Brewing, 58 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls | 7 p.m.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Come early to get a bite to eat. The talk will start promptly at 7 p.m. Speaker, Kurt Smemo, a Professor and Chair of the Environmental Studies and Sciences Department at Skidmore College, will talk about Alternate Roots: navigating the complex relationship between fungi and forest trees. Kurt is an ecosystem scientist with more than 30 years of experience in forest and soil science. He holds degrees from the University of Montana, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Cornell University. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/science-on-tap-3/  

Photography Club

Galway Public Library, Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. This month Jeff Nadler will present his multi-media show, Wild Adirondack Journey II, which will take you to the Adirondack habitats of wildlife, as well as scenes of lakes, waterfalls, and mountains. Anyone interested in photography regardless of their experience level is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

Thursday, February 27

100 Days to Belmont

Horseshoe Inn Bar and Grill, 9 Gridley St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 10 p.m. Join Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga for a memorable night of camaraderie and celebration. This special events  supports the Freedom Rein Program, which provides essential equine therapy to Veterans and Service Members, helping them to heal through the transformative power of our horses. Tickets are $55, all proceeds will directly contribute to our goal of raising $5,000 to sponsor four Veterans or Service Members in attending a six-week Equine Therapy Group. Enjoy live music, a delicious buffet, and a cash bar while celebrating retired racehorses in their second careers. For more information or to get your ticket contact Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga https://thsaratoga.org/100-days-to-belmont/

Eighth-annual Winter/Miller Lecture

Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m. Acclaimed artist creates bold, graphic work that confronts today’s most urgent issues. The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces the eighth-annual Winter/Miller Lecture, to be delivered by the acclaimed artist Nina Chanel Abney. Abney, who is known for her bold, graphic paintings, creates stunning works that challenge viewers to confront issues of race, gender, pop culture, and politics. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit http://tang.skidmore.edu. 

February 21 – 27, 2025

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Fundraiser Fish Fry 

Knights of Columbus Council #246 will resume their Fish Fry Fundraiser on Friday, February 28, from 5 0 7 p.m.  Orders may be placed by calling 518-584-8547 on the Wednesday or Thursday or on the day of the event from noon through 3 p.m.  The menu will include Fried or Baked Haddock ($15) or Fried Clam Strips ($12), which come with French fries, cold slaw, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce; New England clam chowder ($13 – quart; $7 – pint); macaroni and cheese ($5); French fries ($3); and, dessert ($2) when available.  Payment may be made by cash or check made out to “Columbian Association.”  

Hoffman Carwash Fundraiser

Show Your Car Some Love this month and support Gateway House of Peace. Car wash vouchers will be on sale for the whole month of February. The vouchers will be emailed directly to you and can be scanned at the car wash! A portion of ticket sales will directly support our mission. Exterior wash: $14, full-service wash: $44. Hoffman Car Wash operates 3 Full-Service Facilities in Colonie, Clifton Park, and Latham. http://www.hoffmanhelpinghands.com/fundraisers/GHOP

Art in Public Places

Various Locations in Saratoga County | Art in Public Places is a Member-Exclusive program featuring art exhibitions online and in various locations around the Capital Region. This program gives local and regional artists an opportunity to showcase and sell their work while exhibiting in publicly accessible spaces. Visit these locations throughout the area: Friends of the Saratoga Springs Library Café, Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, Saratoga Springs Public Library, Town of Ballston Community Library, Clifton Park Halfmoon Library, Saratoga Springs Train Station, and Country Corner Café. To view online visit www.saratoga-arts.org/Art-in-Public-Places  All artworks are for sale and can be purchased online or over the phone at 518-584-4132.

Lecture at the Military Museum

On Saturday, March 1, at 2 p.m. author and military historian Patrick Chaisson will lead a lecture on “Strange, Unusual, and Innovative Weapons of the U.S. Civil War”. Admission to the presentation as well as the New York State Military Museum is free to the public. The museum is located at 61 Lake Ave., in Saratoga Springs. 

Saratoga Home & Lifestyle Show

Get new ideas for your life and home. The show will be held at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs on Saturday and Sunday, March 1 and 2. Featuring 100+ exhibitors, fine art and crafts show, pet adoption and special events each day. New events for this year include two workshops by Saratoga Joinery on Sunday, March 2.  From 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., where kids of all ages can create a wooden craft that they can take home with them.  From 12 – 3 p.m. Logan Simms will be demonstrating hand tool woodworking including hand cut dovetails, mortise and tenon and dados. Also new this year will be Witch Walk SOSA on March 1, with two performances: 1:30 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.  Another new event by Earthbeat Music, will be hosting a drum circle to be held on Sunday, March 2 11:30 a.m.  – 12:15 p.m. There will be drums for participants to try drumming.  All are welcome.  Beat the winter doldrums away in this free-flowing, drum circle. Thanks to our major sponsor, Adirondack Trust, admission is free. For more information, visit www.saratogaspringsrotary.org

Creating Together

A celebration of family, community, and connection. Sunday March 2, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Walt and Whitman downstairs lounge, 20 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. Live music with billboard-charting Cassandra Kubinski – move, grove, sing along. Thank you card writing and card art with Ashley Campbell of Coral and Blue. Brianna’s Brave Dat at School book reading with SoulFilling founder Francine Apy, book readings with Saratoga Springs Publishing’s Vicki Addesso Dodd and Sean Martin, photos with Longshot the Moose. Register at https://found.ee/CreatingTogether

Ladies Nordic Ski Lesson and Lunch

If learning to cross-country ski sounds fun, or if you already ski and are looking to polish your skills, you’ll want to attend the upcoming “lesson and lunch” program for women at Brookhaven Winter Park, 333 Alpine Meadows Rd., Porters Corners on March 2, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Instructors will provide a one-hour lesson to women grouped by experience followed by a lunch at The View Restaurant. The $40 resident/$48 non-resident cost includes equipment rental, lunch and a beverage of your choice. After lunch, ladies are welcome to ski for the afternoon at their leisure. Those not interested in Nordic skiing may choose to snowshoe instead. The park features seven cross-country trails and two snowshoe loops, a total of 20 kilometers of trails. Register on our website  www.greenfieldny.org or at 

https://greenfieldny.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29871

Brookmere Wedding Showcase 

Network Saratoga partners with Brookmere, 500 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, in presenting the “Brookmere Wedding Showcase” on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This premier event presents the opportunity for engaged couples to explore Brookmere’s luxurious venue and enjoy stunning displays while connecting with top industry wedding professionals who will offer exclusive planning resources. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited. To register, visit www.brookmere weddingshowcase.com A show entrance fee of $10 per person will be collected with online registration prior to the show and a fee of $15 per person will be collected at the door.

13th Repair Café 

Saratoga Springs Public Library and Sustainable Saratoga are excited to host our 13th Repair Café at the library on Saturday March 2 from 1 – 4 p.m. We will have coaches available to help you fix your lamps, small appliances, computers, leather, jewelry, or sew/hem your favorite item of clothing or beloved stuffed animal. We can’t wait to see you! https://sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/zero-waste/repair-cafe-saratoga-springs/

Concert of Sonatas 

Saratoga Chamber Players celebrates the return of Artistic Director and violinist Jill Levy.  She is joined by pianist Margaret Kampmeier for a concert of Sonatas on March 2, 3 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue.  The program will include duos for violin and piano by Johann Sebastian Bach, Francis Poulenc and Robert Schumann. Tickets are available at www.saratogachamberplayers.org. Seniors $25, Adults, $30 and Students $20. The concert is supported in part by the NY State Council of the Arts with the support of the NY state Legislature, the office of the Governor and many individual supporters.

First 2025 Slow Roll

Sunday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Bikeatoga on our first Slow Roll of the season, our Pi(e) Ride. We will meet at the Spirit of Life in Congress Park at 10 am, 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.

Community Rummage Sale

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church is hosting a Community Rummage Sale, Soup and Chowder Sale on Saturday, March 29, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at 768 Charlton Road, Charlton. If you’d like to make space and get rid of some items not being used, come sell them!  Rent a table and space for $15.00.  for information or to rent a table/space email:  office@charltonfreehold.org or call 518-399-2873. Savory soups and chowder prepared in the church’s kitchen will also be available for sale.

11th Annual Fundraising Gala 

Gateway House of Peace is excited to announce The Butterfly Ball, to be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, 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. We are looking for local businesses to support our silent auction by donating goods and/or gift cards to highlight their businesses. Contact Dianne Greene at dgreene@gatewayhouseofpeace.org for more information. We are also looking for corporate sponsors.

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). 

Artists working in all art genres are encouraged to apply, regardless of membership status at Saratoga Arts. All applicants are required to submit 5 images of their merchandise in this application. Artists will be notified of their booth placement by May 2. Booths are 12 x 12 ft. Please make sure to review all guidelines. Apply by April 11. Member booth fee: $125/Non-member booth fee: $175. For more information or to register, visit https://www.saratoga-arts.org/event-5750875

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 & jellies, or any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. We are looking for you to join us. Indoor spaces—8’Wx6’D are $ 30.00 indoor only are (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

March 1 at The Zankel:  Premiere of “Trill 101,” a Free, Multidisciplinary Jazz Performance 

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SARATOGA SPRINGS— At 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, the Arthur Zankel Music Center at Skidmore College will present the world premiere of “Trill 101,” a groundbreaking multidisciplinary performance by Brooklyn-based composer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist Melanie Charles and her Make Jazz Trill Again (MJTA) collective. 

The free public concert is the culmination of a year-long artistic collaboration between Charles, her band, and Skidmore students across music, dance, and the humanities. 

The March 1 premiere will feature Charles and her collaborators — Zacchaeus Paul (keys), Rogerst Charles (saxophone), Barry Stephenson (bass), Bendji Allonce (percussion), and Diego Ramirez (drums) — alongside Skidmore student singers, musicians, and dancers. Their collective performance will blend original compositions with a richly layered medley of Afro-diasporic rhythms and Black spirituals, including “Deep River.” 

Adding to the experience, video interludes produced by the Troy-based creative agency Collectiveffort will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, showcasing the student-driven workshops, jam sessions, and mentorship moments that shaped the project. 

Charles is a Brooklyn-based composer, singer, flutist, and multi-instrumentalist known for her innovative fusion of jazz, soul, and Haitian roots music. Her work reimagines jazz for contemporary audiences while uplifting marginalized voices. Charles first introduced MJTA to Skidmore in February 2024.  Admission to Trill 101 is free and open to the public. 

Home Made Theater’s Production of Hamlet Begins Feb. 28

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SARATOGA SPRINGS —For two weekends, starting on Friday, Feb. 28, Home Made Theater will present William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, Hamlet.

Hamlet is the story of Prince Hamlet, a brooding and contemplative Danish prince tasked by his father’s ghost with avenging his father’s murder at the hands of Hamlet’s uncle Claudius, the new king, who has also married Hamlet’s mother. Plagued by indecision and internal conflict, Hamlet grapples with his duty to act while simultaneously questioning the morality of revenge, leading to a series of complex and often erratic behaviors as he attempts to expose Claudius’s guilt and ultimately enact justice, culminating in a tragic chain of events.

The co-directors of the production are Dianne O’Neill and J. Scala. The cast of Hamlet includes faces both familiar and brand new to Home Made Theater audiences. 

In addition to six public performances, there will be two private matinees for school groups. More than 225 high school students from Ballston Spa, Schuylerville, and other schools will attend a performance followed by a Q & A with the directors, some of the production staff, and the cast.

Performances of Hamlet begin on Friday, Feb. 28 and end on Sunday, March 9. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7 p.m. and Sunday performances are at 2 p.m. The play will be performed in the Saratoga  Music Hall, in the Saratoga Springs City Hall building at 474 Broadway. 

General admission seats are $20 for students (those under 18 and college students with ID), and $25 for all others. Tickets can be purchased on Home Made Theater’s website, www.homemadetheater.org, or by calling 518-587-4427.