This Week’s Events:     Sep 13-19

Friday,
September 13

Poetry/Storytelling Open Mic

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1 p.m. $5 suggested donation. The program will begin with a reading by local poet Maggie Greaves followed by the open mic. Each open mic participant has five minutes to read two short poems or one long one. Storytellers have five minutes to tell, narrate or perform their piece. If you are reading a poem or storytelling, please be respectful of your fellow writers by reading for five minutes or less. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, September 14

Huge Annual Schuylerville Town Yard Sale 

Old Saratoga Reformed Church, Corner of Pearl St. and Burgoyne St. Schuylerville | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Food sales and music featuring DJ Chris Tucker. We hope you can join us for some fun.

New Autumn Stroll, “Lincoln Park”

Meets at the Washington Bathhouse (National Museum of Dance), 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Join Linda Harvey for a stroll through Lincoln Park in Saratoga Spa State Park, a National Historic Landmark. Discover the park’s history from its early carbonic acid plants to the creation of the State Reservation in 1909 and the construction of the Lincoln and Washington Bathhouses in the 1920s. This tour is in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park, a non-profit organization that supports and enhances the park’s historic, natural, and recreational resources. To learn more about the Friends group, please visit https://friendsofsaratogaspastatepark.org/.

Meet the Breeds

4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. This event gives dog lovers the unique opportunity to meet with more than 25 different breeds. Learn about each breed’s historical purpose/function, traits, and attributes as a family pet, all while learning about responsible dog ownership and which breeds may be right for your family. Free and open to the public. There will be demonstrations for agility and obedience, K-9 Officer, and Newfie draft.  Meet with local canine businesses including trainers and veterinarians. Concessions also included. For more information call 518-885-8995. 

Composting in the Cold

Pitney Meadow Farms, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs |11 a.m. Did you know you can keep composting your food scraps even after the leaves fall and the snow begins to fly? Our “Composting in the Cold” workshop will address how to optimize your fall leaf cleanup and ready your backyard compost system for hibernation. Beginning composters welcome. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/composting-in-the-cold/

Free Lunch

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Extension, Malta Ridge | 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. A soup and sandwich lunch will be served at no charge. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

Sunday, September 15

All You Can Eat Breakfast

The Gansevoort Volunteer Fire Department, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort |8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Eggs cooked to order, omelets, pancakes, hash, French toast, home fries, biscuits, sausage gravy, orange Juice, milk, and coffee. Donations: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors 55+, $10 Military and 1st Responders, $8 Children (age 6 – 12) Free kids under 6.

Autumn Sunday Stroll: Down in the Valley: Historic Fifth & Madison Avenues

Meet: NE corner of Nelson and Fifth Avenues | 10:30 a.m. Debbie Studwell will highlight the diverse architectural styles and historic development of Fifth and Madison avenues, showcasing Saratoga’s growth from the late 1800s to the 1940s. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance.  The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Picnic With a Purpose 

Gavin Park, Wilton | 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. The Wilton Democratic Committee invites you to join us for a cookout, live music, friends and fun!  $25- single ticket — $40 –2 or more tickets. Meet our local candidates for State and National office and learn how you can get involved and help elect Democrats-across the board! Free Harris/Walz Sign.  https://secure.actblue.com/donate/wdc2024picnic Or visit us on Facebook or Instagram.

Acclaimed Organist Gail Archer

Round Lake Auditorium, 2 Wesley Ave., Round Lake | 4 p.m. Gail Archer is an international concert organist, recording artist, choral conductor and lecturer who draws attention to composer anniversaries or musical themes with her annual recital series including Max Reger, The Muse’s Voice, An American Idyll, Liszt, Bach, Mendelssohn and Messiaen.  Tickets are $15. To reserve tickets or for more information, visit roundlakeauditorium.org or call 518-899-2800. 

“Babes In Toyland” Auditions

By Appointment Only | The Town of Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe presents “Babes In Toyland,”  produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services. Auditions are Sunday, September 15 or Wednesday, September 18, by appointment only. Looking for actors and actresses, singers and dancers, children, teens and adults for this upbeat musical to be performed on the Malta Community Center Stage December 14 & 15. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at theater@malta-town.org or 518-899-4411 x305 for appointment or additional information.

Monday, September 16

Full Moon Hike at Big Bend

Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center, 605 Old Saratoga Rd., Gansevoort | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Join a park educator on a beginner hike at the new Big Bend Preserve. If the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Harvest” moon rising! This hike is family-friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the trailhead. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511, the earlier the better as this is a popular program and it fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, September 17

Voter Registration

Various Locations | League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will hold several voter registration events in September in various sites around the county. At these events, residents can register to vote, obtain an absentee ballot application, make changes in their addresses, in their enrollments, and learn where to find information about polling places and what will be on the ballot in November. For locations and times check our website: https://lwvsaratoga.org/events

September Meeting and Annual Covered Dish Dinner

Town of Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Rd., Greenfield Center | 6 p.m. The dinner will be followed by a meeting at 7 p.m. The program will be Visher Ferry – A Forgotten Crossroads presented by Dave Waite. This was produced by Saratoga County History Center, directed by Jim Richmond and edited by Dave Waite. The film traces this unique community from its first settlement to the present through interviews with local residents telling the story of this historic hamlet which grew alongside the Erie Canal but remains vibrant to this day. All are welcome to attend.

Wednesday, September 18

Stuffed Shells Dinner 

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: stuffed shells, meatballs, sweet sausage, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner for $15 (cash only). 

Astronomy Club 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m.  There will be a presentation on fall constellations. This group meets monthly on the third Wednesday, and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older).  Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

Thursday, September 19

The Bemis Heights Regiment: The 77th New York Volunteers in the Civil War

Saratoga Springs History Museum, 1 E Congress St, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. This captivating event will delve into the story of the 77th New York Volunteers, a regiment composed of men from Saratoga County who played a vital role in the Civil War. Their history is deeply tied to our local heritage, and we believe it will resonate strongly with your readers and audience. Tickets: $10 for general entrance, free entry for History Museum members.

Upcoming Events

Patrice Malatestinic – Works on Paper Weekend Art Show

An eclectic mix of various media. The pieces are theatrical, humorous and whimsical.  Some pieces are abstract, some figurative, but they all inspire narrative. Friday, September 20, 5 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 21, 2 – 6 p.m. at Movement Insights Studio at Malta Commons, 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Suite 10, Malta. 

Wellspring’s Pooch Parade

Bring your pup to Congress Park in Downtown Saratoga to support Wellspring! $25/pup. Community walk around the park, pro photos, local businesses, raffles, and more. Proceeds support Wellspring’s Safe Pet Partnership: our program that ensures no one is left behind to abuse, pets included. September 21, 10 – 11 a.m. Congress Park, 25 E Congress St, Saratoga Springs. Register at: wellspringcares.org/pooch2024. Wellspring is the domestic violence & sexual assault services provider for Saratoga County & sexual assault services provider for Washington County. 

Charlton Freehold Fall Festival

Saturday, September 21, 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be crafters, vendors, and live music.  Also, snacks, lunch, and baked items.  The event is located at Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd.  Charlton.  For more information call 518-399-4831. 

Genealogy and Local History

Heritage Hunters will meet Saturday, September 21 at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville. “Love Your Neighbor” will be the program presented by Ruby Marcotte. It is about a small community “on the mountain”, west of Corinth where Ruby was raised. The community has a rich history of families and friends’ connectedness that continues today. Her talk will explore that persistent, multi-generational web. Ruby has been a Town historian, a folklorist, and a volunteer at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa. Her latest photo exhibit at the Museum is “Saratoga Springs Storefronts on Broadway in 1867.” The public is welcome. For information call 518-885-9309.

Chicken BBQ 

ITAM Vets Post #35 Son’s are having a Chicken BBQ open to the public at the Post Facility at 247 Grand Ave. in Saratoga Springs on September 21 from Noon – 6 p.m. Serving burgers, meatballs, baked beans, salads and more from noon to 4 p.m. Then BBQ chicken, potato salad and corn on the cob until close.  Raw and Steamed Crabs are available throughout the day. Entertainment includes music and yard games. The price is $25 per person.  Tickets are on sale at Post 35 at 247 Grand Ave. Saratoga Springs. Proceeds to benefit local veteran’s organizations.

The Harmony Corners Famous Chicken Barbecue

The BBQ will be held on Sunday, September 22 at the Harmony Corners Firehouse, Route 67, Charlton.

This will be drive-thru takeout only, serving ticket holders between 3 and 6 p.m. Tickets are available at Smith’s Pie Shop in Charlton, Mail N More in Burnt Hills, Nate’s Snow Plow Repair & Service in Ballston Lake and McConchie’ Heritage Acres Campground. Dinner includes 1/2 Chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, coleslaw, roll, bottle of water, and a slice of pie. All for $16.

Car Show

Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 car show will be held on September 22, 9 a.m.  – 3 p.m. at One Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Rain date September 29. Classic, custom, collectible – all years welcome. Vendors, trophies, food, DJ, raffles, 50/50. For pre-registration forms email Pat at PKaniuka@gmail.com. Text or call 518-859-2648. 

22nd Duathlon Mohawk Towpath Byway

This exciting event offers participants the chance to experience the beauty of the Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway with a 2-mile run, a 12-mile bike ride, and another 2-mile run. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a first-time competitor, this USA Triathlon-sanctioned event is perfect for anyone looking to challenge themselves while enjoying the scenic landscapes of upstate New York. The race begins at Riverview Orchards, where you’ll transition between running and biking amidst the fall colors and picturesque views of the Mohawk River and Erie Canal. It takes place on Sunday, October 20, 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit https://www.mohawktowpath.org/2024/08/20/2024-mohawk-towpath-scenic-byway-duathlon/ Proceeds from this event benefit the Friends of the Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway.

6-Hour Live Defensive Driving

Saturday October 26, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Save 10% on Auto Insurance for 3 years and reduce 4 points off record.  10-minute morning break and ½ hour for lunch – bring your own or step out. No formal testing.

Cost: $40 prepaid or $45 at door. Limited seating, please pre-register. Donation given to the church. Call:  518-784-5009 or register online: www.facetofacecourses.com. Instructors: Victor Bujanow and Deborah Harpine. 

27th Annual Autumn Jewels Show

The Southern Saratoga Art Society’s 27th Annual Autumn Jewels Show will be held from October 1 – Oct 30 at the Clifton Park Community Senior Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park.  This is a judged show featuring cash prizes for artwork and photography and is open to the public.  A reception and award presentation will be held on Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center.  Deadline for entry is Friday, September 20, 2024.  For Entry form and fees, go to: www.southernsaratogaartist.com

7th Annual Dan Provost Memorial Walk for Awareness and Recovery

Registration, fun and games begin at 9 a.m. with a 1.25-mile family-friendly walk at approx. 10 a.m.  Refreshments, free Narcan training, addiction recovery resources and program information and numerous raffle items will be available. The Walk is in memory of Saratoga resident Dan Provost, who passed away in 2014 at age 23 as a result of a drug overdose after struggling for several years with substance use disorder. The purpose of the Walk is to remember lives taken too soon, to raise awareness of addictions, to educate the community about recovery services and celebrate those living in recovery.  Suggested individual donation is $10, family donation $20. Register at https://zippyreg.com/register/danprovost. Proceeds of this event will benefit area recovery and education programs, Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga and the Healing Springs Recovery Community and Outreach Center.  For more information, contact Ken & Maureen Provost at 518-587-8422,  danprovostmemorialwalk@gmail.com or facebook. Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Rd., Saratoga Springs 

This Week’s Events:  Sep 6-12

Friday, September 6

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon through October, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, September 7

New Autumn Stroll, “Lincoln Park”

Meets at the Washington Bathhouse (National Museum of Dance), 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Join Linda Harvey for a stroll through Lincoln Park in Saratoga Spa State Park, a National Historic Landmark. Discover the park’s history from its early carbonic acid plants to the creation of the State Reservation in 1909 and the construction of the Lincoln and Washington Bathhouses in the 1920s. This tour is in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park, a non-profit organization that supports and enhances the park’s historic, natural, and recreational resources. To learn more about the Friends group, please visit https://friendsofsaratogaspastatepark.org/.

Sunday, September 8

Autumn Sunday Stroll: Down in the Valley: Exploring the Gut

Meet: the northwest corner of Putnam and Spring Streets at the Hathorn Spring | 10:30 a.m. 

Alexandra explores the area behind Broadway known as “The Gut,” which was home to many working-class and Jewish families who provided important contributions to the community. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance.  The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale  

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 11-3 p.m.  Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and lunch.  We offer a variety of shopping with necklace sets, earrings, body lotions, clothing, as well as household items, knitted and crocheted gifts, hand-made items, clothing, Antiques, Vintage items, hand-painted rocks, food treats and just about anything you can imagine may be found here.  New vendors sign up every month. All proceeds go to our local charities.  An 8’ table and chairs are just $15.  Email Debbie at dozolins@nycap.rr.com for information or to sign up for a table(s).  

14th Annual Curtis Lumber Car and Truck Show

Curtis Lumber, 885 State Route 67, Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Calling all car and truck enthusiasts! Join us for a fun, family-friendly day at one of the largest car and truck shows in the Capital Region. Free to spectate with free parking! Whether you own a classic, a modern marvel, or a custom tuner, all makes and models are welcome to showcase–there’s no cut-off year! Registration for show vehicles is $20 if you pre-register online, or $25 on the day of the show. Enjoy music from DJ Jason of Raven Events, complimentary face painting, balloon twisting, trivia with prizes, a 50/50 raffle benefiting the WTEN/Steve Caporizzo’s Pet Connection, tasty food trucks, and more. Leashed pets are welcome! For full details visit www.CurtisLumberCarShow.com or find the event on Facebook.   

Annual Chicken BBQ 

St. Therese Chape, Rt 32 & Gansevoort-Wilton Rd., Gansevoort | 11 a.m.  –  4 p.m. (or when sold out)  Dinner includes half a chicken, corn on the cob, baked potato, coleslaw, and a homemade dessert.  Dinners $15.00. For Reservations Call 518-792-2276.  Leave name, phone number, # of meals, and pick up time.  No Reservations after 2 p.m.

Annual Chicken BBQ

Middle Grove United Methodist Church, 429 Middle Grove Rd. Middle Grove| 3 – 6 p.m. (or until sold out.) Meal includes: 1/2 chicken, roasted potatoes, coleslaw, roll, homemade cookie & lemonade for $15. Drive thru – take out only.  

Miss Jane Pittman

Temple Sinai – Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m. Social justice series and virtual film discussion. 

Join our panel to discuss The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, an award winning, highly acclaimed film drama that hauntingly covers the story of the American experience from the Civil War to the civil rights movement, as told from the memories of a fictional, 110-year-old former slave. The film is available to stream free to subscribers of Kanopy, Peacock and Watch TCM, and can be rented from Amazon and other services. Registration is required at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/sY2viih/MissJanePittman.

Monday, September 9

Vischer Ferry-A Forgotten Crossroads 

Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Road, Galway | 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:45. Galway Preservation Society will have a brief business meeting at 7 p.m., followed by this month’s program.  Produced by the Saratoga County History Center, written and directed by Jim Richmond, the film traces “…this unique community from its first settlement to the present through interviews with local residents telling the story of this historic hamlet which grew alongside the Erie Canal but remains vibrant to this day.” The meeting will be held at the.  Our programs are always open to the public, free of charge.  Annual family or household memberships are available for $10 per year.  

Tuesday, September 10

The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association Networking Breakfast

State Farm Insurance, 415 Geyser Rd., Ballston Spa | 8 – 9 a.m. The cost to attend is $10. Advanced reservation is welcomed or RSVP to info@ballston.org, and attendees may pay at the door. Payments of cash, check or credit card will be accepted. Both business and community members are welcome, and you do not need to be a BSBPA member to join this event. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be completed online at www.ballston.org. Membership information will also be available at the event.

Academy for Lifelong Learning Fall Open House

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd, Saratoga Springs | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Come and discover what the Academy is all about. Hear from volunteer course leaders about their 22 fall courses starting the week of October 7. Meet fellow seniors, enjoy a slide show and raffles, socialize, register. Snacks and light refreshments will be served. Let us know you’re attending by emailing Academy Events Chair, Lois Pflomm at lpflomm@yahoo.com. View the fall course catalog at www.allsaratoga.org. For more information on the Academy for Lifelong Learning, visit www.allsaratoga.org or contact Academy Executive Director, Jeff Shinaman at jeff@allsaratoga.org or 518-290-6988.

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) Meeting

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs | 5:45 p.m. Court McLaughlin #422, Members gather at 5:45 p.m. for recitation of the Rosary, followed by refreshments until 6:30 p.m. CDA is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. Please join us. Any questions? Contact our Regent Dawn Weber by phone or by text at 518-226-5641.

4-H Beginner Shooting Sports

the 4-H Training Center Ballston Spa | 4 – 7 p.m.  Beginner Shooting Sports Course September 10 to October 15 on Tuesday Evenings. Youngsters will learn the basics of Air Pistol, Muzzleloader, Rifle and Shotgun, Archery, and Hunting and Wildlife, with a focus on Safety, Ethics, and Personal Responsibility. 

Open to boys and girls 12 years old and older. Fee is just $50. To register: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/SC4HShootingSportsFall2024_241 or contact Leland at glb76@cornell.edu for more information. 

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 each month.  We welcome all people, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or pure 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, September 11

Remembering 9/11

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1 pm. Come join member Barbara Floryshak as she shares her experience working as a first responder in New York City during 9/11. Free and open to the public.

Hudson Crossing Park Walking Tour

One mile north of Schuylerville at Champlain Lock 5 | 1 – 2:30 p.m. Join Hudson Crossing Park Executive Director Kate Morse and resident local historian Mike Biekiewicz for this easy, one mile walk. Kate and Mike will share the history of the First Nations who called the area home. View the site of British General Burgoyne’s “Bridge of Boats” on the way to England’s historic loss during the Battles of Saratoga, and learn about how the Champlain Canal shaped the community and was instrumental in the Underground Railroad. Tour leaders will also discuss the unique challenges of working as environmental stewards along industrialized waterways.

Salisbury Steak Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Salisbury steak, mushroom burgundy gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable, roll, salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Green Drinks

The Parting Glass, 40-42 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. 

Meet & Greet the League of Women Voters

Orenda Pavillion, Saratoga State Park, Saratoga Springs | 5:30 – 7 p.m. An opportunity to get introduced to your colleagues and to league committee activities. Food and drinks will be provided. At this festive gathering, learn more about what we do, introduce the League to folks you know who care about making a difference, and indulge in delicious appetizers. Note that the Pavilion has only picnic tables, so you may wish to bring a chair for cvomfort.

Thursday, September 12

Brown Bag Lunch Lecture – LifeWorks Community Action. Help Starts Here

Dutcher Community Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m. Krystle Nowhitney Hernandez, Executive Director of LifeWorks Community Action (formerly Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council or EOC), will discuss the history, growth and current activities of LifeWorks’ Immigrant Services & Latino Community Advocacy Program. LifeWorks’ Immigrant Services helps immigrants navigate life in a new community by offering immigration legal services, interpreting, referrals and resource navigation, English classes and more. Bilingual, professional staff serve our immigrant neighbors in the Northern Capital region and seasonally at the Saratoga Race Course Backstretch.

Car Seat Check

New Country Toyota of Clifton Park, 202 NY-146, Mechanicville | 4 – 8 p.m. Nationally Certified Technicians and Instructors will educate you on the correct installation of your car seat and how to fit your child correctly in the seat. Appointments are required. No drop-ins. Call Cornell Cooperative Education Saratoga at 518-885-8995. 

Social Security Workshop

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. There will be a free informational education program on Social Security.  The decision when to collect Social Security benefits is often difficult, yet important.  This program will discuss the basics of Social Security and how to apply the information to your own situation to maximize benefits.  Individuals ages 55-70 will want to attend.  Registration is requested at 518-882-6385.  Presented by John Kalil, Financial Advisor.

Friday, August 30

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon through October, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Chatfield Museum 

440 Middle Grove Road, Middle Grove | 4 – 6 p.m. The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will be hosting their last week of summer hours for the museum. Stop in to see a collection of artifacts and items that reflect the history of our great town. Two floors of local history will be on display. Locals will be on hand to answer any questions.

Saturday, August 31

Honoring Veterans of the Revolutionary War 

North Milton Cemetery, Route 29 East corner of North Milton Road, Milton| 11 a.m.  The Town of Milton’s 250th Revolutionary War Committee will hold a ceremony to commemorate a sign honoring veterans of the Revolutionary War. The color guard of the Saratoga Battle Chapter Sons of the American Revolution will execute a musket fire salute in period uniforms.  The purpose of this committee is to draw attention to, and educate the public about important people, places, and events of the Town of Milton as they relate to the American Revolution.  For more information contact Michael Golden at mgolden1775@gmail.com

4th Annual Tunnel to Towers Benefit

2117 Barrett Rd., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m.  Since 9/11, T2T has been helping America’s heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families and by building specially adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. We are also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and helping America to never forget September 11, 2001. Tickets are $75 per person, including live music by Skippy and The Pistons, comedy show by Colin Quinn, and exciting raffles. Call for reservation 518-542-3731. Rain or Shine. Tunnel2Towers.org

Sunday, September 1

SUMMERTIME 

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 – 8 p.m. Improv Spaces @ Saratoga Arts presents an outdoor performance and album release by Jonathan Moritz and Mike Pride.  Open to the public, suggested donation of $10-$20. SUMMERTIME collaborators Jonathan Moritz (sax) and Mike Pride (percussion) bring together an amalgam of avant-garde jazz, lo-fi, sound collage, improv, field recording, with a touch of psychedelic production. “The laughter and screaming of our children, the stream gurgling, the splashes of rocks were not added afterwards but in the background during the recordings, an ode to our daily life.” — Jonathan Moritz.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits

Various Locations Southern Saratoga County | Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area.   Visit these locations to support the artists and members in Southern Saratoga County. Clifton Park Senior Community Center: Nancy Hunt, Pamela Malsan and Mechelle Rosklewicz.  Mechanicville Library: Maureen Kelly.   Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library: Pamela Bortoletto, Bill Daisak, Arthur Forrest, Rita Helie, Maureen Kelly, Tracy Pagano, Anup Sood, Joan VanAlphen, Sherry Walkup, Sherry Walkup, Carol Winterton and Val Woodward. Bella Lucia Pizzeria: Rita Helie, Denise Kornak, David Mayack, Jack Morgan, Tracy Pagano, Denise Stewart and Karen Zimmers. For more information about SSAS, visit:  southernsaratogaartist.com

Tuesday, September 3

Creating Sustainable Landscapes & Pollinator Friendly Yards

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Want to make your lawn a hot spot for diversity and pollinators? Join us for a talk about the benefits of growing a pollinator garden. Presented by the Cornell Cooperative Extension. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Wednesday, September 4

Stuffed Chicken Breast Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: boneless stuffed chicken breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cranberry sauce, roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

History of the McGregor Mountain Railway & Potluck Supper

Wilton Heritage Museum, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 6 p.m. Ben Kemp from Friends of Grant Cottage will present a program on the history of the railway that traveled up Mount McGregor to the Balmoral Hotel and what is now known as Grant Cottage.  The same line that brought visitors from Saratoga Springs to the mountain and later brought the body of President Ulyssess S. Grant on his final trip home.  Join us for a potluck supper followed by this informative talk.

Pickin’s Session  

310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 9 p.m. Doors open 6 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 518-885-4229 with questions.

Thursday, September 5

On This Spot: Saratoga Springs

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m. Carol Godette, teacher, author and native of Saratoga Springs will speak on her recently released book, On This Spot: Saratoga Springs.  Carol will explore the many small family led businesses sprinkled throughout the neighborhoods of the city during the mid to late 1900’s. Carol’s book On This Spot: Saratoga Springs will be available for purchase and signing after the program. This event is sponsored by the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum. Registration is available at the History Center’s website https://brooksidemuseum.org/   Donations received during registration will be used for SCHC program development.

Friday, August 23

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon through October, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, August 24

Three Sisters Festival

Saratoga County History Center/Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 – 4 p.m. Discover the Three Sisters: Corn, Beans and Squash. This is a drop-in event for the whole family, (bring chairs and blankets, and linger for a while). The celebration will feature story telling by Joe Bruchac, well-known local author and the current Poet Laureate of Saratoga Springs, who will also share tales of local Indigenous culture. An exhibit on Indigenous artifacts will be open for viewing. There will also be talks on native plants as well as garden tours and a bake sale. In addition, Balet Flowers and Design will have plants and bouquets for sale, with a percentage of the sales being donated to the History Center.

This event is rain or shine (it will be moved indoors), free to attend, but donations are always gratefully received and will be used for SCHC programs and further development of the gardens. 

Sunday, August 25

Annual Classic Car Show

Lakeside Farms, 336 Schauber Rd., Ballston Lake | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Adirondack A’s and Lakeside Farms’ Annual Classic Car show. Rain or Shine. Limited to stock appearing vehicles prior to 1975. Car registration fee is $5 on the day of the show. Spectator parking and admission is free. The Lakeside Country Store, Gift Shop and Restaurant will be open. No Pets Please. For further information see the Club’s website, Auto Show – Adirondack A’s – Model A Ford Club (adirondackas.org).

Summer Sunday Stroll: Post Time

Meet: Southeast corner of Nelson and Union Avenues, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Explore the area surrounding the Saratoga Race Course during one of the most popular weekends of the Racing Season. This walking tour highlights the history of the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Training Track, and the Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. Sponsored by The Springwater Bed & Breakfast. Tickets are $15 for SSPF Members and $20 for non-members and should be purchased in advance! Space is limited! For additional information or to purchase tickets to any of the upcoming strolls and events, visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Singer Songwriter Elizabeth Conant

The Wilton Heritage Society, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 1 p.m. Elizbeth Conant is a well-known singer/songwriter from Greenfield Center.  The program will be outdoors if weather permits.  Bring a lawn chair.  We will move indoors if it rains.  Refreshments will be served during intermission and our Museum and Farm Annex will be open as well.  Admission is free and all are welcome.

The God of Isaac

Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weible Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2 – 7 p.m. 

A staged reading, this comedy, in two acts, is a hilarious and heartwarming play by Chicago playwright and actor James Sherman. The semi-autobiographical piece centers around a young American Jew searching for his Jewish identity following the threatened 1977 neo-Nazi march in Skokie.

A $5 per person fee. Refreshments to follow.

Sounds of Summer

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m. The Jazz Ambassadors as well as featured professional musicians from the local 506 of the American Federation of Musicians will be giving a free concert on the porch of the Brookside Museum. They will be playing under the baton of Dennis Searles, coordinator of Local 506 of the Music Performance Trust Fund.  Please bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening of music.

Monday, August 26

Pickle for the Ponies

Legacy Pickleball Club, 4 McCrea Hill Rd., Ballston Spa | 3 – 6 p.m. We invite you to be part of an exciting and impactful event, Pickle for the Ponies, supporting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS) and the Permanently Disabled Jockey Fund (PDJF). This new event will offer a unique opportunity to enjoy a day of pickleball, connect with your community, and contribute to two wonderful causes. Play with and cheer on racing celebrities. Enjoy food from Neighborhood Kitchen, Meet and greet therapy horses, cash bar, silent auction. Tickets are $25 spectators and $50 Courtside ticket for final round, $250 to play. The event will have an open house/spectator-style format, allowing everyone to enjoy the matches, food, and fun activities. Playing pickleball, not required! To purchase tickets, visit https://thsaratoga.org/events/

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. Registration is $10 day-of. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Water Soluble Oil Demonstration

Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Demonstration by artist and NYS certified art teacher, Cheryl Bielli-Water. Hosted by the Southern Saratoga Art Society.  Her work includes watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings, charcoal, pencil and pastel drawings, political cartoons, caricatures and sculpture. Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The demonstration is free, and the public is invited to attend. For more information, visit: southernsaratogaartist.com

Tuesday, August 27

Countdown to Kindergarten 

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 9:30 or 11 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, and activities to help get ready for the first day of school. Activity stations will focus on cutting skills, writing names, crafting, and tying shoelaces, and information about library materials and early reader books. Kids can also get on a Shenendehowa school bus and meet a bus driver in the library parking lot. For children entering Gr. K, with an adult. Registration required; please register for one session only. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Saratoga Summer Concert Series

War Memorial in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Gather your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy some of the area’s favorite performers. This free, family-friendly concert series is a program of the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center in partnership with Discover Saratoga and the City of Saratoga Springs. 

The featured concert will be Mostly Modern Festival – an international music festival dedicated to contemporary classical music.. Rain location is Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The Heritage Area Visitor Center, located at 297 Broadway, will be the concert rain location.

Wednesday, August 28

Baked Ham Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: baked ham, au gratin potatoes, vegetable, apple sauce, roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Photography Club 

Galway Public Library Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. Our speaker this month will be club member Felice Druziak who will be giving a presentation on using the camera on your phone. We will also be reviewing photographs submitted for this month’s Photo Challenge: Happy, but Blue! Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

Thursday, August 29

Herbal Mocktails Class

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 8 p.m. This 2 Class Series will be taught by Jessica Marcy, a clinically trained herbalist from Upstate New York. Learn how to make refreshing herbal mocktails that benefit the mind and body. In this class we will discuss basic herbal preparations, and specific herbs to take your mocktail game to the next level. Each Participant will receive: A booklet with tips, tricks, and recipes, a tasting flight of bitters, a tasting flight of tonics, simple syrup how to & sample, several classics made into mocktails. Next class is Wednesday September 4, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Call 885-8995 to pre-register three days in advance. Cost is $20.

Friday, August 16

Greenbelt Gathering

Spring Run Trail, Meet Corner of East & Excelsior, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Join us for a Greenbelt Gathering! We will take a group walk on the trail as we talk about the importance of Saratoga’s Greenbelt and enjoy time in nature! Email info@sustainablesaratoga.org to let us know you’re attending!

Saturday, August 17

Fly-In Breakfast

The Empire State Aerosciences Museum, 250 Rudy Chase Dr., Glenville | 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Enjoy an assortment of pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, potatoes, juice, coffee, tea, fruit and more. The breakfast is open to the public. At 10 a.m., Lecturer and Adjunct Professor in nanoscience at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Albany, Jim Lloyd will talk about his 1986 re-enactment of Cal Rogers first flight in a Wright Brothers Model EX Pusher biplane in 1911 that became the first aircraft to fly coast-to-coast across the U.S. Fly-In if you would like. Pilots: Tower Frequency 121.3; Ground 121.9. Land at Schenectady County Airport and taxi to Richmor Aviation North. Tell them you are going to ESAM.

Annual Car, Truck & Bike Show

Clifton Park Elks #2466, 695 MacElroy Rd., Ballston Lake | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Support this worthy event and have some fun. All years and makes of cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. Hot food, music, 50/50 raffles. Free admission for spectators. Net proceeds benefit the Elks National Foundation and the NYSEA Major Project Fund (Cerebral Palsy Home Service Program). $20 entry fee. Registration closes at noon. Vendors and swap meet booths 10’x20’ only $30. Over 50 awards will be presented. For questions call Brian Shelton 518-956-1600. Rain date August 18.

Saratoga Horse Farm Tours

Various Farms in Saratoga County, Noon – 4 p.m.  Saratoga County Cornell Cooperative Extension is partnering with horse farms in Saratoga County for the annual Horse Farm Tour. This is a free opportunity for the public to visit and learn about the horse industry in the county. The farms are located from Schuylerville to Galway. The participating farms include Mill Creek Farm, Alliance 180, Saratoga Glen Farm, Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds, and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. All farms are open from 12 – 4 p.m. except for Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, which is offering two guided tours that day at 1 and 3 p.m. only. For any questions or information about the event contact Nicolina at nvf5@cornell.edu

Sunday,
August 18

Summer Sunday Stroll: The Women of Greenridge Cemetery

Meet: Sackett Gate entrance of Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Join Gloria May for a tour of Greenridge Cemetery to learn about the prominent and influential women as well as the ordinary, who are buried in Greenridge Cemetery and how their life stories tell the history of Saratoga Springs. Presented by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation.  Tickets are $15 for SSPF Members and $20 for non-members and should be purchased in advance! Space is limited! Call 518-587-5030 to reserve a ticket with your stroll pass.

Monday, August 19

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue on August 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, August 20

Summer Night BBQ at the Barn

The Saratoga Winery, 462 Route 29 W, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 9 p.m. The last day to purchase tickets is Friday, August 16. Ticket are $75 includes BBQ meal and entry. 100% of proceeds benefit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and the herd of over 400 retired Thoroughbred racehorses. Cash bar, silent auction, and raffle! Join us for a night of fun to kick off your boots and celebrate the summer in Saratoga Springs. 

Saratoga Summer Concert Series

War Memorial in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Gather your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy some of the area’s favorite performers. This free, family-friendly concert series is a program of the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center in partnership with Discover Saratoga and the City of Saratoga Springs. The featured concert will be Garland Nelson and Soul Session. A well-known (and loved) Saratoga staple. Make sure you bring your dancing shoes! Presented by Saratoga Automobile Museum. Rain location is Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit https://www.discoversaratoga.org/events/summer-concert-series/

Wednesday, August 21

Make Your Own Blueberry Jam! (Low Sugar-Canning) 

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa|5 – 7 p.m. This class will cover how to make and preserve your own blueberry jam using local, seasonal berries! This low sugar recipe is perfect for summer. “Blueberries are known for having important health benefits and are among the fruits with the highest level of antioxidants (nutrients that prevent/repair damage to the body.”) USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging in Boston. Register today to learn how to make your own nutritious blueberry jam!  Cost: $5. Call 885-8995 to pre-register two days in advance. 

Chicken Parmigiana Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken parmigiana, penne pasta, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Astronomy Club 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m.  There will be a presentation by Jim Witte on astrophotography.  This group meets monthly on the third Wednesday, and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older).  Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

Secretariat’s Legacy

Saratoga Springs History Museum, 1 E. Congress St., Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8 p.m. Featuring renowned photographer and journalist Patricia McQueen. This exclusive presentation will explore the legendary Secretariat’s profound connection to Saratoga Springs and his lasting influence on thoroughbred racing. There will be a book signing after the presentation. Admission is $10 and is open to the public. Tickets can be purchased online or upon arrival at the event. For more information call 518-584-6920 or visit www.saratogahistory.org. 

Thursday,
August 22

2024 Village Walking Tour – Village of Stillwater

Meet: Stillwater Library parking lot adjacent to Blockhouse Park, Rt 4 Hudson Ave. Stillwater | 10 – 11:30 a.m. Led by Sara Kipp, director of the Stillwater Public Library. The tour will begin at the the former location of many mills and factories in the late 1800s. Other stops along the way will include the 150-year-old St. John’s Episcopal Church; the site of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp; the Newland-Wood firehouse and many more. After a one-mile walk, the tour will end in the new library with many historical images and maps of the Champlain Canal which is celebrating its 200th anniversary.

Health, History, and Horses Charity Gala

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 6 – 9 p.m.  Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to established charities in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. Held at Complimentary Beer & Wine the first hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket, 50/50 and racetrack t-shirt quilt raffles. Cost is $80 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets: www.ladiesofcharitysaratoga.com. Attire: Summer Festive

Caffeinated Chapter Chasers: Silent Book Club

MochaLisa’s Caffè, 22 Clifton Country Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Talk about your favorite books and read quietly in a group setting. Bring your own book, borrow one from the library, or purchase one from MochaLisa’s. Refreshments available for purchase. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

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Friday, August 9

Art Market on Beekman Street

Washington St. to West Circular St., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 8 p.m. Visit artists set up on lawns and porches. This is a great opportunity for emerging and established Artists who don’t have shops or galleries to share their work. A few highlights to look forward to include a selection of “Porch Art” by Sue Beadle at Eden Compton Studio & Gallery and Rakish Vintage will be featured at The Beekman Atelier. Musician Warren Sieme is playing in the garden at 79 Beekman and Ben & Jerry’s serving ice cream treats. Galleries open late serving refreshments. 

Greenbelt Gathering

Meet: Corner of East and Excelsior, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Join us at the Spring Run Trail for a Greenbelt Gathering! We will take a group walk on the trail as we talk about the importance of Saratoga’s Greenbelt and enjoy time in nature! Email info@sustainablesaratoga.org to let us know you’re attending. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/greenbelt-gathering/

Saturday,
August 10

Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement

49 Burlington Avenue, Round Lake | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Also, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. We will be showcasing over 75 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker and Artisanal Specialty Food community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Also, enjoy a Food Market including food trucks and prepackaged foods, a Book Market, a Tiny Bookmaking Workshop, and live music! For more Information – including a full list of vendors is available at www.MarketsAtRoundLake.com. This is a free event and a fundraiser for the Round Lake Libraries.

14th Annual Caboose Day

Corner of Route 9N and Porter Road, Greenfield | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Town of Greenfield Historical Society will host their 14th annual Caboose Day at Kings Station. Tour Kings Station and Caboose. Vendors, bake sale, T-shirts, food and drinks available for purchase. Train rides from Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway, 9 Railroad Place, Corinth to Kings Station and Special “Greenfield Flyer” from Kings Station to LaMothe Landing and back. Book your ride now at CorinthTrain.com (cost and times listed on website). A Trolley will take you to Kings Station and back to the train. Rain or Shine. 

Sunday,
August 11

Breakfast Buffet

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa | 8 – 11 a.m.  The Ellks will once again be hosting the Bill Downs Food Drive Breakfast Buffet.  Enjoy pancakes & sausage, French toast, eggs made to order, world famous omelets, home fries, toast, coffee & juice. Adults $9,  Seniors $8,  Kids $5. Bring two non-perishable items for $1 off. All are welcome. Net proceeds support the Bill Downs Food Pantry.

Summer Sunday Stroll: Horsing Around North Broadway

Meet at: Northwest corner of North Broadway & Van Dam Street, Saratoga Springs (in front of Witt Construction) | 10:30 a.m. Executive Director Samantha Bosshart will highlight those associated with horse racing and the beautiful architecture of North Broadway. Tours are limited to 30 participants. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Foundation members with stroll passes need to contact the Foundation’s office to book their Summer Sunday Stroll before their chosen date.

Monday, August 12

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue August 19. and 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, August 13

Saratoga Summer Concert Series

War Memorial in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. The featured concert will be Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra. Formed October 1980 in Amsterdam, NY, this 12-piece orchestra is led by the Bronx-born bassist Alex Torres. They have been presented by hundreds of festivals, performing arts centers and events annually to perform their original blend of Afro-Caribbean rhythms such as Salsa, Merengue, Cha-cha, Bomba, Plena, and Latin Jazz. Rain location is Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 

Estate Planning Resources & Tools

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 1 p.m. A simple plan is better than no plan. Get to know a few free and low-cost resources that make it simple to plan your estate. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Wednesday, August 14

Roast Pork Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup 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, roll, and tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Ziti Dinner Take Out

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd., Charlton | 4:30 p.m. until sold out. Cost is $16. Menu: Ziti, meatballs, salad, Italian bread, brownie. Net proceeds to go to support Shelters of Saratoga. Tickets are available at church on the day of sale. 

Thursday, August 15

The Land & The Spirit

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6 p.m. Join Clifton Park Chabad, as part of the Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival, for an evening celebrating our homeland, Israel, and the spirit of its people at the. Sponsorships available. Pre-registration required: Go to www.cliftonparkchabad.com. No charge, please RSVP by August 13.

Sipping for Seniors Fundraiser

Horseshoe Inn Bar & Grill, 1 Gridley Ave., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 10 p.m. Support the Saratoga Senior Center at Sipping for Seniors that will take place at the kickoff Alabama weekend with owners, jockeys and trainers who will guest bartender at the event. The Horseshoe Inn is not just a bar, enjoy a delicious dinner too at this after-track place to be! 20% of all food & drink sales and 100% of guest bartender tips will be donated to the Center. This event is sponsored by KeyBank.

Wilton New York: Goodbye Old 1910

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m.  Hamilton Craig, a doctoral student at CUNY researching farmers movement in the United States, and a native of Shushan, Washington County, will present a vivid portrayal of farm life in Wilton, New York based on the 1910 diary of Wilton resident Mary Brainard. The diary reveals an intimate picture of a rural world in transition, caught between the subsistence and barter economy of early America and the capitalist economy of modern America. Analyzing this diary offers an opportunity to reflect on what was gained in this transition and what was lost.

Upcoming events

Annual Car & Bike Show

Clifton Park Elks #2466, 695 MacElroy Rd., Ballston Lake | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please join us on August 17 (Rain Date August 18) and support this worthy event and have some fun. Hot food, music, 50/50 raffles. Free admission for spectators. Net proceeds from this event help support Elk’s charities and veterans services. $20 entry fee. Registration closes at noon. Vendors and swap meet booths 10’x20’ only $30. Over 50 awards will be presented. For questions call Doug Simmons at 518-669-4588 or Brian Shelton at 518-956-1600. 

Saratoga Horse Farm Tours

On Saturday August 17, Saratoga County Cornell Cooperative Extension is partnering with horse farms in Saratoga County for the annual Horse Farm Tour. This is a free opportunity for the public to visit and learn about the horse industry in the county. The farms are located throughout Saratoga County, from Schuylerville to Galway. The participating farms include Mill Creek Farm, Alliance 180, Saratoga Glen Farm, Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds, and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. All farms are open from 12 – 4 p.m. except for Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, which is offering two guided tours that day at 1 and 3 p.m. only. For any questions or information about the event contact Nicolina at nvf5@cornell.edu

Friday, August 2

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, August 3

4th Annual Lemonade Stand Event

On Saturday, August 3, from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Ballston Spa Sunshine Kid’s Lemonade Stand returns at Ribbon Café, located at 11 Prospect St., Ballston Spa, rallying support for 9-year-old Charles Barton, who is courageously battling leukemia. The event promises a day filled with activities for all ages, including children’s activities organized by local organizations such as Ballston Area Community Center, Saratoga Children’s Museum, and Ballston Area Recreation Center. Visitors can enjoy music, vendor booths, and special appearances including visits from Ballston Spa’s EMS, miniature donkeys from Maple Leaf Farm, dancers from Carol Lawrence Dance Center, a DJ, stock cars, and a firetruck from Ballston Spa Fire station.

Ladies Lesson, Lunch & Golf Tee Party

Brookhaven Golf course, 333 Alpine Meadows Rd., Greenfield | Noon – 3 p.m. The event is for golfers of all skill levels but requires no experience. Ladies are invited to join for one-hour group lesson at the driving range, where participants will be grouped by skill level and work with a golf professional. After the lesson, the ladies gather for lunch at The View Restaurant. One beverage of choice and lunch are included with registration, which costs $60 for residents and $70 for nonresidents. Women are invited to dress in their “florals, frills and fascinators” for the event. After lunch, participants have the option of playing up to 18 holes if they so desire. Register at www.greenfieldny.org.

Saratoga Arts Fundraising Gala

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.  This year’s event will focus on a curated silent auction of prolific artists from all over the Capital Region and beyond. In addition to fine food and drink, there will be special engagements by both iTheatre and Mostly Modern Projects, resulting in a completely singular experience. We sincerely hope that you’ll join Saratoga Arts in celebrating our history, and help us to realize our future. Follow us for updates as our exciting list of participating artists grows. As always, Foundation guests should expect the unexpected. For tickets, https://www.saratoga-arts.org/event-5733363. 

Sunday, August 4

Summer Sunday Stroll: Historic Congress Park

Meet: In front of the Canfield Casino in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Charlie Kuenzel will lead the Summer Sunday Stroll “Historic Congress Park.” Join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation and explore the historic landscape architecture of Congress Park, the early springs, and other facets of Saratoga’s history. Tours are limited to 30 participants. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Foundation members with stroll passes need to contact the Foundation’s office to book their Summer Sunday Stroll before their chosen date.

Monday, August 5

Vacation Bible School 

The Barkersville Christian Church, 7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove | 5:30 – 8 p.m. August 5 – 9 for children ages 4 to 12.  This year’s theme is Breaker Rock Beach learning God’s solid rock truth in a world of shifting sands.  There will be crafts, music, snacks, Bible stories, games, prizes and lots of candy.  A family picnic is scheduled for Saturday, August 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Register online at www.barkersvillecc.com or find them on Facebook at Barkersville Christian Church.  All are welcome.

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue August 12, 19. and 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, August 6

Guided Nature Walk: Crescent Park Trail 

Crescent Park Trail, Halfmoon | 9 a.m. Join us for a guided nature walk as Linda Bryan of the Town of Halfmoon shares her knowledge about this beautiful trail. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Guided Trolley Tours

Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. This informative and entertaining 90-minute guided tour includes historic sights and points of interest along Broadway, North Broadway, Skidmore, the High Rock area, Saratoga Race Course, Union Avenue, and more! Upstate Transit has captured the charm of yesteryear and the comfort of today by designing trolleys with an authentic wooden interior, decorative etched glass windows, and air-conditioning. Trolleys also feature a wheelchair lift. Tours take place Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. through August 31. Tickets are $25 per person. Recommended for children 12 and over. Day-of tickets can be purchased at the Visitor Center.

Wednesday, August 7

Roast Beef Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: roast beef, roasted redskin potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

History of Beekeeping in the USA

Wilton Heritage Society, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 6 p.m. Gregory Stoddard will present a program highlighting the contribution of women in establishing beekeeping in the colonies.  Prior to his timely presentation, sample his Honey Surprise as an hors d’oeuvre for the hot dog and sides potluck supper.  Please join us to learn more about our pollinators who are so important to our food supply.

Pickin’s Session

310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 9 p.m. Open to the Public, Free Admission & ample free parking.

Doors open 6 p.m. 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 518-885-4229 with questions.

Poetry Reading

Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Caffè Lena will present a poetry reading by Natalli Amato. An open mic poetry reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students. The featured reading will also be livestreamed. You can find a link for the livestream at caffelena.org., 518-583-0022.

Thursday, August 8

Grant’s Funeral-History of Burke’s Funeral Home

Grant Cottage, 1000 Mt. McGregor Rd., Wilton | 2 – 3 p.m. Carol Godette will discuss Victorian-era mourning and funeral customs; how William Burke’s involvement in the embalming of President Ulysses S Grant led him to open his own funeral home; and the rich history of Burke’s role as one of four operating funeral homes in Saratoga Springs. https://www.grantcottage.org/events

Friday, July 26

Annual Lawn Sale

The Old Stone Church, 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Additional Sale Dates: Friday and Saturday, August 2 and 3.

Mom Talk Friday

Community Alliance Church, 257 Rowland St., Ballston Spa | 9:30 – 11 a.m. Ballston Spa Mom’s Group. Childcare provided. Ballstonspamomsgroup.com 

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Chatfield Museum Open

440 Middle Grove Road Middle Grove | 4 – 6 p.m. Fridays, July 26 through August 30 The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will have their museum, “Chatfield Museum” Open to the public. Stop in and check out the Veterans Corner with photos of local men and women in their uniforms, mannequins display some of these uniforms as well as fireman uniforms, and many other days gone by articles of clothing. This is a two-story museum with many local artifacts. Local Historical Society Members will be on hand to answer your questions.

Open Mic Coffee House 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | 6 – 7 p.m. Artists are asked to bring a selection of poetry, a short story, or music to share.  Sign-ups for five-minute time slots start at 5:30 p.m. at the library.  We ask that you limit your performance to 5 minutes to allow time for all to share their talents.  Light refreshments will be available.  Please call 518-882-6385 with any questions.

Outdoor Summer Craft Fair

Home of the Good Shepherd, 400 Church St., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Please join us for our summer craft fair. There are approximately 16 vendors including names such as Thirty-one, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Mary Kay and many more! Ben & Jerry’s will be on site selling ice cream, as well. This will take place between two buildings.

Saturday, July 27

Kilboy Was Here: The Erie Canal Balladeer 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 11 a.m. Join Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site Education Director David Brooks as he talks about the Erie Canal as a place where people, their stories and songs passed along the way.  Registration is requested by calling 518-882-6385.

Sunday, July 28

Summer Sunday Stroll: Historic Fifth and Madison Avenues

Meet: Northeast corner of Nelson and Fifth Avenues, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Led by Debbie Studwell, this tour highlights the diverse architectural styles and historic development of this significant neighborhood near the Saratoga Race Course, showcasing Saratoga’s growth from the late 1800s to the 1940s. The properties featured on this tour are contributors to the East Side Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Sponsored by Seeley Office Systems. Tours are limited to 30 participants. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Foundation members with stroll passes need to contact the Foundation’s office to book their Summer Sunday Stroll before their chosen date.

Frederick Douglass Speaks on Democracy

Frederick Allen Elks Lodge, 69 Beekman Street, Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. The Saratoga County History Center and the Saratoga Springs Black Elks have joined together to cosponsor a timely presentation by Frederick Douglass interpreter Nathan M. Richardson. Mr. Richardson will lead a conversation about the meaning of American democracy from the perspective of the renowned former slave turned writer, orator and abolitionist. Hear how his relationship with other abolitionists and several Presidents influenced his beliefs which remain important today. This event is underwritten by a generous donation from Frederic Sober Jr.  

Sounds of Summer

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m. The Jazz Ambassadors as well as featured professional musicians from the local 506 of the American Federation of Musicians will be giving a free concert on the porch of the Brookside Museum. They will be playing under the baton of Dennis Searles, coordinator of Local 506 of the Music Performance Trust Fund.  Please bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening of music.

Tradition, Tradition: Song and Story 

Congregation Beth Shalom, 688 Clifton Park Center Rd. | 7 p.m. Spend an evening with talented storytellers, musicians, and singers presenting an array of age-old Jewish themes to capture your mind, warm your heart, and inspire your soul. Pre-registration is required. Register below. A $10 donation is requested at the door.

Monday, July 29

21st Annual J. Michael Fitzgibbons Memorial Golf Classic

McGregor Links Country Club, 359 Northern Pines Rd., Wilton |10 a.m. Join Saratoga Bridges for lunch, 18 holes of golf, contests, complimentary beverages on the course, dinner, golf apparel and goodie bags. We will host a small award ceremony for the best golfers (and the most honest golfer). This event is a great opportunity to network with other golf lovers and support Saratoga Bridges. To purchase tickets, please go to www.saratogabridges.org and click on fundraising events, then click on The J. Michael Fitzgibbons Memorial Golf Classic. Tickets are $225 per golfer or $900 for a foursome. Spaces are limited, so act quickly!

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue on August 5, 12, 19. and 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, July 30

Virtual Author Talk with Dan Santat

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 2 p.m. Dan Santat will discuss “Graphic Novels are Life! Telling Your Own Story in a Graphic Novel.” Santat is an award-winning and bestselling author and illustrator. His artwork is featured in numerous picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade novels and he created the animated television show, The Replacements. Registration required for this Zoom program. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Wednesday, July 31

Sliced Fresh Chicken Breast Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: sliced fresh chicken breast with gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cranberry sauce, roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Photography Club 

Galway Public Library Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. Our speaker this month will be Gayle Bennett from Innerwoood Gallery in Ballston Lake, who will give tips and techniques for matting and framing photographs. We will also be reviewing photographs submitted for this month’s Photo Challenge: Bugs! on the ground or in the air. Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

Thursday, August 1

Dragon’s Breath

The Sembrich, 4800 Lake Shore Dr., Bolton Landing | 10 a.m. A charming children’s opera by Adirondack resident and composer Evan Mack and librettist Joshua McGuire. The production is sung in English and appropriate for children pre-K to 6th grade. The opera is approximately 35 minutes long and will be followed by a Q&A session with the audience. The story follows a child named Alan who is finding ways to cope with his anger, personified as a Dragon. Rather than slaying the Dragon, Alan discovers the Dragon’s true nature and his ability to tame it. The opera is presented free of charge, though families are encouraged to make a reservation to receive event updates and help measure the impact of community programming. Reservations can be made at TheSembrich.org/festival, or by calling 518-644-2431.

Friday, July 19

Annual Garage and Bake Sale

The Galway United Methodist Church, Corner of Rte. 147 and CR 45, Village of Galway | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday, July 20 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This sale is a multi-family sale that includes clothing, furniture, sporting goods, toys tools, household items, collectibles, electronics, books, baby items and much more.  The sale is held indoors come rain or shine.  A bake sale will be held at the same time. The public is welcome to attend. 

Local Author Book Reading & Signing

Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Francine Apy will host a special reading of her new book, “Brianna’s Brave Day at School,”. The event is free and open to the public. For young readers ages 4-8, “Brianna’s Brave Day at School” tells the inspiring story of a young girl who finds her inner strength to share a special part of herself. Based on the real-life experiences of one of Apy’s three adopted sons, the book highlights themes of courage, resilience and the power of positive thinking. For more information about the event, contact Northshire Bookstore at (518)682-4200, or visit www.Northshire.com. To learn more about Apy and her SoulFilling mission, visit www.SoulFillingAdoption.com.

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Paintings en Plein Air 

786 Charlton Road, Charlton | Opening Reception 6 – 9 p.m. Samuel Leone’s first solo exhibition, “Paintings en Plein Air”, will be on display at Main Street Studio from July 19 – August 4. Leone’s plein air paintings take us on a journey through Saratoga County farmlands, to the streets of Manhattan, Cape Cod and all the way to the countrysides of France and Spain. For more information and gallery hours, visit www.mainstreetcharlton.com

Saturday, July 20

Book Sale

Galway Public Library, 2112 East St, Galway | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Friends of the Galway Public Library will be holding a large book sale.  Books of all genres as well as DVDs.  Your monetary donation fills your bag!

Annual Summer Open House – Frances Day 

The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Skidmore College | 2 p.m. The family-friendly event honors the museum’s namesake, Frances Young Tang, Skidmore College Class of ’61, and offers multiple ways for visitors to explore the museum’s stellar program of contemporary art exhibitions and events, with tours, art-making activities, food, music, giveaways and more. At 5 p.m. acclaimed Capital Region musician and performer Taína Asili and her ensemble take the stage for an energetic concert. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit http://tang.skidmore.edu or call the Visitors Services Desk at 518-580-8080.

Vibrant View

Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs | 4 p.m. Open reception and artist talk. Showcasing the artwork of Soliven Melindo and Max Litvinov. The exhibit will run from July 20 – September 13. Both Melindo and Litvinov use bright colors in their work that can create experiences in color expression. Their bright hues of pink, blue, yellow and green, among other colors, are playful and friendly. The works’ subject matter, landscapes and still lives, will bring joyful energy into a viewers’ home and or office. Gallery hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m. and by appointment. For more information, please visit our website at springstreetgallerysaratoga.org.

Sunday, July 21

Summer Cottages of North Broadway

Meet: Northwest corner of North Broadway and Van Dam Street in front of Witt Construction 10:30 a.m. Led by Executive Director Samantha Bosshart. This stroll highlights the architecture and entertaining stories of those who built and resided in these grand residences. Tours are limited to 30 participants. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Foundation members with stroll passes need to contact the Foundation’s office to book their Summer Sunday Stroll before their chosen date.

Fundraiser for BluePath Service Dogs, Inc.

Speckled Pig Brewing Co., 11 Washington St., Ballston Spa | 3 – 8 p.m.  BluePath provides autism service dogs to children and their families offering safety, companionship, and opportunities for independence. $1.00 from every pint and pizza sold will be donated to BluePath. There will also be cookies for humans and dogs sold, raffles for gift certificates to local businesses, and dog tugs for sale. All proceeds from these items will benefit BluePath.

Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival – Klezmer & Foods with a ‘K’

Saratoga Chabad, 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Enjoy Klezmer music and all the foods that start with K—knishe, kugel, kreplach, kneidel, kasha, and more! $5 donation requested. www.saratogajewishculturalfestival.org. 

Monday, July 22

Acting and Performance Drama Camp with Elyse Young

Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Rd., Malta | 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Actors and actresses ages 10 – 15 collaborate as a team to write an original script or use existing story lines. Through the process campers will develop characters, choose costumes, rehearse and perform their work, all within a 2-week period. Theater games, acting exercises and craft projects are also included. Camp culminates with a performance on the Malta Community Center Stage! Monday – Friday, July 22 – August 2, (two weeks). www.maltaparksrec.com for additional information or call Malta Parks and Rec at 518-899 4411.

Tuesday, July 23

Guided Nature Walk: Dwaas Kill Nature Preserve

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 9 a.m. Join us for a guided nature walk at Clifton Park’s Dwaas Kill Nature Preserve. Darlene Kehn Hunter of the ASCR will share her knowledge as we explore this trail. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Wednesday,
July 24

Manicotti Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Manicotti with meat sauce, sweet Italian sausage, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Thursday, July 25

Ulysses & Julia Grant: Dancing on the Edge of the Gilded Age

Ulysses S. Grant State Historic Site, 1000 Mount McGregor Rd., Wilton | 2 – 3 p.m. In honor of Remembrance Day (Tuesday July 23) Grant’s great-great grandson Ulysses Dietz will take us on a journey through time to gain insight into Ulysses and Julia’s great love, and life on the cusp of a pivotal era of change in America’s history. www.grantscottage.org. 

This Week’s Events:   

    July 12 – 18

 

Friday, July 12

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, July 13

Rummage Sale

 Ballston Spa United Methodist Church, 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enter at back of the church.

Car Show & Live Music in the Park

Middle Grove Town Park, 438 Middle Grove Rd, Middle Grove | Cars: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. $10 registration fee. Top 15 People Choice Trophies announced at 2:30 p.m. Live Music: from 11 a.m.  to 3 p.m. provided by Elizabeth Conant, Bonnie Greco, Out of Reach and New American Cuisine. Free public admission. Bring along your family, friends, and folding chairs and enjoy the talented musicians, the antique cars, trucks, tractors.  Have lunch from our food booth. Shop with our vendors.  “Keep Greenfield’s History Alive for our future Generations”

Celebrate Family Day 

Congress Park, Downtown Saratoga Springs | Noon – 4 p.m. Celebrate Family Day is a free event. Games, crafts, face painting, snacks, live music, information about local family support services. Free Admission. 

Ballston Area Seniors Monthly Dance

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

Sunday, July 14

29th Annual Saratoga Soroptimist Secret Gardens Tour

Eleven Unique Gardens in Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, and Wilton | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Purchase $25 advance tickets at www.soroptimistsaratoga.org or at Northshire Bookstore, Cudney’s Cleaners, Faddegon’s Nursery or Adirondack Trust Co. branches. Day-of tickets for $30 will be sold while supplies last from 9:30 a.m. to noon outside the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, 297 Broadway. Garden descriptions and suggested driving directions are provided with purchase. The tour supports programs and individuals benefiting women and girls, including Wellspring. Questions? Email secretgardensinfo@gmail.com.

Monday, July 15

4th Annual Gumbo with Kendrick for TRF Party

The Principessa Elena Society, 13 Oak Street, Saratoga Springs | 6 – 9 p.m. Louisiana native and jockey Kendrick Carmouche will again prepare gumbo for this event, which will benefit the Saratoga Springs-based Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF), a 501(c) (3) non-profit that is the nation’s oldest and largest Thoroughbred rescue and sanctuary organization. Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 cash only at the door. The menu will be gumbo, rice, cornbread, salad and dessert. There will also be live music. For tickets, https://donorbox.org/events/606398

Tuesday, July 16

11th Annual Klezmer & Kosher Festival

Clifton Commons, Outside Clifton Park Senior Center, Clifton Park | 5:30 p.m. It’ll be a lively day— with a kosher dinner, crafts, games and of course, a live Klezmer Concert. An amazing line-up of musicians will play traditional Klezmer songs as well as Chassidic and Israeli melodies. RSVP 518-495-0779 or go to www.cliftonparkchabad.com to register with a $15 per person all-inclusive fee.

Wednesday,
July 17

History Centers Wednesday Walking Tour

North Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Great Ladies Tour. Dr. Hollis Palmer. This tour along North Broadway will be led by the retired educator and popular local author of 16 books on Saratoga and its environs. The tour will be based on stories from his book “Saratoga’s Great Ladies” focusing on the families that lived in the Victorian mansions along this broad avenue. Dr. Palmer will be offering his books for sale at the end of the tour. Registration is available at the History Center’s website https://brooksidemuseum.org/   Suggested donations for the tours are $10. Specific directions will be available upon registration.

Chicken & Biscuits Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken & biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

The Gift of a Lifetime

Halfmoon Town Hall, A. James Bold Meeting Room, 2 Halfmoon Town Plaza, Halfmoon | 5 p.m. A special event unveiling three historic indentured documents from the 1700’s, generously donated by Mr. Joe Lawrence of Georgia. These invaluable documents, written on animal skin and dating back to 1700, were meticulously restored and framed at no cost to the Town. The event will also feature a Cemetery Map from 1871 and minutes of the first Halfmoon Town Board meeting held on April 1, 1788. The documents, which include the oldest indenture from 1700 with attorney Philip Schuyler, Esq., are in remarkable condition for their age.

Pitney Meadows Fire Feast

223 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 6-9 p.m. Saratoga’s most unique summer event features local chefs cooking over six open-fire pits. The chefs will source meat, fish, cheese, wine, beer, and produce from local producers and Pitney Meadows’ farm fields. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided by Bars without Boundaries. Guests can also enjoy drinks from select local breweries, distilleries, and wineries. Seasonal cocktails and mocktails will be available as well. Tickets available: https://www.pitneymeadowscommunityfarm.org/fire-feast/

Astronomy Club 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m.  There will be a presentation about summer constellations.  The Astronomy Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older).  Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

2024 Music in the Park

Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Dr., Saratoga Springs | 7 – 9 p.m. Tonight’s performer is T.S. Ensemble. Music every Wednesday through August 28. 

Film – Las Dos Mariette

Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weible Rd., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Join us for a specially arranged screening of the film Las Dos Mariette – The Two Mariettes (in Spanish with English subtitles). For more than seven decades, Mariette Diamant—who escaped with her parents from Nazi-occupied France during WWII—would hide the Jewish origins of her family for fear of retaliation. But at 90, Mariette decides to shed light on that past that haunts her and reveal her true identity. $5 per person. Refreshments to follow.

Thursday, July 18

Broadway Musicals – A Jewish Legacy 

Temple Sinai, 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. A live showing and panel discussion. A PBS documentary celebrating the Jewish roots of a distinctly American form of art, the Broadway musical. For over 50 years of its development, the songs of the Broadway musical were created almost exclusively by Jewish Americans. The documentary looks at the origins of contemporary Broadway in Yiddish theater, the connection of the art form to the early 20th Century version of the American Dream, and the pervasiveness of successful songs that influenced pop culture and vice versa. $5 donation requested. Registration required at Saratoga Jewish Community Arts,  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/N1mRZPt/SJCFHomePageSummer2024 

fluxxbaby ‚girlfluxx EP‘ release tour and Death Rattled

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | | 8 – 9:30 p.m. Tickets! $10-25 sliding scale. Join us for Zurich-based fluxxbaby’s ‚girlfluxx EP‘ release tour with Death Rattled, Troy-based musician Manuel J. Perez III, presented by Improv Spaces at Saratoga Arts. fluxxbaby focuses on harsh sounds and deconstructed rhythms, capturing the abstraction, loneliness, and brutality of late capitalism in 2024 and shaping it into her own soundtrack. Death Rattled explores the assembling, juxtaposition, and disfiguration of recognizable symbols through multimedia and audiovisual mediums.

 

Upcoming events

Bike Donations and Volunteers Needed

Please consider donating unwanted bicycles with tires over 20” that are in fixable condition! Also, we are in constant need of bikes with tires 24” and over, any style. We’re happy to fix them up!  Not sure if your bike is in fixable condition – send us a pic and we’ll let you know. We need your help – despite closing several times for our volunteer mechanics to catch up, we are still way behind and could use your help. Not sure how to fix a bike, but good with the public or with paperwork – we could use your help too. Please reach out to info@bikeatoga.org or via text 518-290-0746

Annual Garage and
Bake Sale

The Galway United Methodist Church will hold its annual Garage and Bake Sale on Friday, July 19 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday, July 20 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This sale is a multi-family sale that includes clothing, furniture, sporting goods, toys tools, household items, collectibles, electronics, books, baby items and much more.  The sale is held indoors come rain or shine.  A bake sale will be held at the same time. The public is welcome to attend. The church is located at the corner of Rte. 147 and CR 45 in the Village of Galway.

Book Sale

The Friends of the Galway Public Library will be holding a large book sale at the Galway Public Library, 2112 East St, Galway, on Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Books of all genres as well as DVDs.  Your monetary donation fills your bag!

Frances Day 2024

The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces its annual summer open house, Frances Day, will be on Saturday, July 20, beginning at 2 p.m. The family-friendly event honors the museum’s namesake, Frances Young Tang, Skidmore College Class of ’61, and offers multiple ways for visitors to explore the museum’s stellar program of contemporary art exhibitions and events, with tours, art-making activities, food, music, giveaways and more. At 5 p.m. acclaimed Capital Region musician and performer Taína Asili and her ensemble take the stage for an energetic concert. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit http://tang.skidmore.edu or call Visitors Services at 518-580-8080.

Fundraiser for BluePath Service