Friday, April 10
Poetry & Storytelling Open Mic
Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1 p.m. Join us for a creative and welcoming Poetry & Storytelling Open Mic, where participants are invited to share a poem, story, or personal reflection inspired by the prompt: “rain.” Whether you choose to perform or simply listen, this event offers a meaningful opportunity to connect through storytelling, creativity, and shared experiences. Open to the Public, $5 Suggested Donation.
Intercut Realities Opening Reception
Saratoga Arts Main and Atrium Galleries, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6 – 8 p.m. Intercut Realities explores collage as a method of combining disparate materials into a unified whole. Through both physical and digital collage techniques, augmented with layers of painting and drawing, the artworks in the exhibition fabricate narratives, challenge perspectives, and forge new visual connections. Featuring artists Benj Gleeksman, Alison Bachorik, Avery Hartranft, and Emily Tironi, the exhibition invites viewers into each of their personal tactile worlds of collage.
Saturday, April 11
All You Can Eat Pancake Brunch
Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Open to the public. Guests can enjoy a relaxed and welcoming morning filled with great food, conversation, and connection, along with a 50/50 raffle and basket prizes for a little added fun. Whether you’re a longtime member or visiting for the first time, it’s a perfect opportunity to stop by, meet new people, and experience the Center in a warm, social setting. Reservations are encouraged. Save your seat by stopping by our front desk, calling 518-584-1621, or registering online at myactivecenter.com.
Saratoga Sustainability Fair
The Dance Center/Intramural Gym, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join Sustainable Saratoga and Skidmore College for the Saratoga Sustainability Fair, a free community event celebrating sustainability awareness and opportunities. Under the theme, “Connecting Ideas, Building Futures: Collaboration for a Sustainable Community,” the fair serves as a vibrant hub for residents, students, and local leaders to explore the cutting edge of eco-friendly living and climate innovation. For more information regarding the 2026 exhibitors, sponsors, and logistical details, please visit: https://sustainablesaratoga.org/saratoga-sustainability-fair/
Free Community Lunch
Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Ext., Malta | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Icludes soup, a sandwich, beverage and dessert at no charge. For directions or questions call the church on the lunch date after 10 a.m. at 518-581-0210.
Special Exhibit: America 250 Tapestry Project
The Van Schaick Mansion, 1 Van Schaick Ave., Cohoes | 1 – 4 p.m. This event marks the final opportunity to view the New York State panel, beautifully stitched by the Capital District Embroiderer’s Guild of America as part of the America 250 Tapestry Project, before it departs for Williamsburg, Virginia. Meet the talented stitchers and witness firsthand the intricate work they have created. Admission to the mansion grounds and cemetery is free. Guided tours of the historic mansion are scheduled for 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to join a tour for a $5 donation, which supports the preservation of this important site.
Family Saturday
Tang Museum, Payne Room, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 2 – 3:30 p.m. Family Saturday programs foster multigenerational creative cooperation through looking at artwork, discussing it, and engaging in a hands-on art-making activity. Programs run from 2-3:30 pm and include a tour of selected works. All programs are free and open to the public, and suitable for children age 5 and older, accompanied by their adult companions. No registration required; supplies provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ballston Area Seniors Monthly Dance
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa | 7 – 10 p.m. The dance is open to the public. There is ample free parking. There will be a donation of $7 per person. Snack and refreshment will be provided, or bring a snack to share, your choice. Dance to the music of the River Road Boys (Adults Only)
For more information call 518-490-2851.
Sunday, April 12
Adk Scent Work Club Fundraiser
Kingspin Alley Family Fun Center, 166 Saratoga Rd., South Glens Falls | 1 – 4 p.m. Please join us for an afternoon of fun, competition, and community spirit at Includes 2 hours of bowling, dog and handlers scent work demonstrations, a 50-50, basket raffle, and lots of fun! Proceeds support Adk Scent Work Club which is a dedicated group committed to advancing the skills and abilities of dogs and handlers in the sport of scent detection. Entrance fee is $20 pp and walks in accepted. Call 518-744-2763 for information or to reserve a lane.
Tang Guide Tour with Gus Hempstead ’26
Tang Museum Atrium, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. Join for a tour of the Museum and current exhibitions with Tang Guide Gus Hempstead ’26. This event is open to the public, and visitors are invited to stay after the tour and look around the galleries. Weekly tours are given by Tang Guides, many of whom are Skidmore College students, who are trained gallery ambassadors and tour guides. Through this program, they are introduced to the Tang and the museum world, trained to give tours, and gain valuable real-world experiences interacting with visitors.
Film and Discussion: Odette
Temple Sinai, 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m. A dessert reception follows. The panel discussion begins at approximately 7:30 p.m. and will also be available on Zoom. The film will not be shown on Zoom. Odette tells the true story of Odette Sansom (code name LISE), an ordinary-appearing woman who didn’t drink, smoke or curse – but became a courier and spy for the British in World War II. To register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/4NCpu8c/Odette
Monday, April 13
Author Talk with Susan Meyer
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8:30 p.m. Susan will share excerpts from her book while displaying her gorgeous photos from her time near the river. Signed copies of her book will be available for purchase during the author meet and greet at the end of this event. Please register online. Sspl.org.
Tuesday, April 14
Love Canal 2: A Landfill Dilemma in Nassau NY –
Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 3 p.m. With twice the amount of toxic contamination as the infamous Love Canal waste site, the Dewey Loeffel Landfill Superfund Site in Nassau, NY, has a tragic past and an uncertain future. See a documentary film followed by a Q&A session with the filmmaker, Barbara Reina, as part of honoring Earth Month.
518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org.
MS Support Group Meeting
Zoom Only | 5 – 7 p.m. For questions and the zoom link contact Lou Ann 518-793-9506.
Benjamin Franklin Slept Here
Champlain Canal Region Gateway Visitors Center, 30 Ferry St, Schuylerville | 7 p.m. Saratoga 250 hosts a 250th anniversary program on Benjamin Franklin’s 1776 journey through the region. At age 70, Franklin traveled north in a failed effort to bring Canada into the Revolution, a mission that shaped later success in France. Town Historian Sean Kelleher will present the program. Free and open to the public. All ages and abilities are welcome. The Champlain Canal Region Gateway Visitor Center is accessible by wheelchairs. Registration is required, details are at https://tinyurl.com/3nhas2e6.
Experts Next Door: Tree by Tree: Saving North America’s Eastern Forests
Live on Zoom, 7 – 8 p.m. For decades, the forests of Eastern North America have faced pathogen and insect pests that have functionally removed tree species from the landscape. This talk will discuss the ecological roles that trees play, the biology of the threats faced, and the approaches that may remediate the problems. Scott Meiners is a Plant Ecologist with a primary research focus on plant community dynamics. He is a Professor at Eastern Illinois University conducting research and training graduate and undergraduate researchers. At home, Scott is a tree collector, growing chestnuts, paw paws and producing maple syrup.
Society of American Magicians Meeting
S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham | 7 p.m. The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets the second Tuesday of the month. We welcome all persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: www.sam24.synthasite.com.
Wednesday, April 15
Pickin’s
The Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa | Doors open 1 p.m. Jam runs 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Open to the public, free admission & ample free parking. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel & bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Call Earll 518-348-9922 with questions.
Gateway House of Peace Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
Gateway House of Peace, 479 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa | 4-6 p.m. Enjoy your first delicious chicken BBQ of the year prepared by Big Tony’s BBQ. Each meal includes: half chicken, baked potato, a side, and dinner roll. $17/dinner. Preorders are required. Meals will not be available on the day of the sale. https://www.gatewayhouseofpeace.org/eventsghp.
Meatloaf Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner $15 (cash only).
Free Community Meal
Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 5 – 6 p.m. BBQ Chicken on Texas toast with coleslaw and homemade desserts. Call 518-793-1152 for more information.
A Thousand, Thousand Slimy Things, with Dr. Christopher Pastore
Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 6 – 7 p.m. From sea serpents to seaweed, slimy things have long tended to lurk among the frontiers of natural knowledge, reflecting not only the anxieties of each age but also, in many cases, new possibilities. As this presentation posits, close focus on the sea’s slimy things and the curious people drawn them may even provide new ways of imagining the ocean’s present and future. For more information and to register, visit brooksidemuseum.org.
The Astronomy Club
Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m. The presentation will be about the constellations that are seen in the spring sky. The Club is open to adults and teens (middle school and older), and new attendees are welcome. Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.
Thursday, April 16
Saratoga Center for the Family 50th Anniversary Celebration Gala: Gathering for Gratitude
Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 10 p.m. Gathering for Gratitude marks Saratoga Center for the Family’s 50th Anniversary with an unforgettable evening of celebration and thanks. This fundraising event features a reception hosted by our very own Food and Mood group, dinner catered by Mazzone Hospitality, a historical walking tour, auctions and a true story with an original song, presented in partnership with Caffé Lena. Young Professional (35 and below)-$150; General-$200; Honorary Committee-$250. Proceeds go towards child abuse and trauma advocacy, education and prevention services. For more information, visit saratogacff.org or call 518-587-8008, ext. 309.
More Gangsters of Saratoga
Canfield Casino, 1E Congress St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. The Saratoga Springs History Museum invites the public to an evening of intrigue, crime, and captivating storytelling with More Gangsters of Saratoga, presented by former Saratoga Springs Police Chief Greg Veitch. Saratoga Springs is widely celebrated for its elegance, culture, and historic charm, but beneath that polished surface lies a lesser-known past shaped by crime, corruption, and vice. In this engaging program, Veitch brings to life the city’s shadowy underworld through a collection of true stories drawn from his acclaimed books, All the Law in the World Won’t Stop Them and A Gangster’s Paradise. For more information and to reserve tickets, visit saratogahistory.org/events.
Briggs Cemetery Association Annual Meeting
Saturday, April 18, 11 a.m., at the cemetery located on Brookline Road, Town of Ballston. A business meeting and election of officers and trustees will be held. All lot owners and interested persons are invited to attend. The spring cleanup starts at 9 a.m. prior to the meeting. Rain date is May 2. For more information email briggscemetery@myyahoo.com.
Marine Corps League Dinner Dance Fundraiser
April 18, from 5 – 10 p.m. at the VFW Banquet Hall, located at 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs. Dinner, cash bar, 50/50 raffle, dancing. Cost is $47. Please make your reservation by April 10. For more information, contact Marla Swanson at swanrico@hotmail.com. The mission of the Marine Corps League is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines and FMF Navy Personnel who wear or who have worn the Eagle, Globe and Anchor; and foster the ideals of Americanism and patriotic volunteerism. Detachment #641 meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 1800 (6 p.m.) at Gurtler Bros. VFW Post. For information on joining, email USMCLSARATOGA@Outlook.com.
The Thymly Herb Garden Group Meeting
Monday, April 20, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the, 4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd, Ballston Spa. Guest speaker Theresa Mays will speak about the historical Importance of Shaker Gardens and their culinary uses. There will be a short Herb of the Month presentation by a member. Following, light refreshments and a meeting. If the Ballston Spa School District closes that day, we will not meet. Guests are welcome! Please RSVP to thymlyherbgroup1@gmail.com with questions or let us know you will be joining us.
