Friday, May 7 

2021 Mother-Lovin’ Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Virtual Event, Friday through Sunday
Kelly’s Angels is adapting to these unprecedented times by making our annual Mother-Lovin 5k a virtual event! Please join us, virtually, and continue our Mother’s Day tradition to help children and families who are battling cancer and other life-threatening illness, including COVID-19. Participants will run or walk sometime on Mother’s Day weekend in their neighborhoods, on their treadmills or any safe place of their choosing. They’ll be provided a race bib via email that they can post to social media or print and wear at the time they choose to run or walk. We’ll be running at a distance for a cause that brings us together. Cost is $10 per participant. Grab a selfie and send us your photo for the Mother-Lovin’ Photo Gallery! Share on social media with the hashtag #MLVirtual5k or #KellysAngels. To register, visit www.kellysangelsinc.org/mother-lovin-day-5k

Saturday, May 8

Bird Walk at Dionondehowa 
148 Stanton Rd., Shushan | 9 a.m. – Noon
World Migratory Bird Day – Dionondehowa will offer its annual Bird Walk guided by bird enthusiast Nat Parke. Due to Covid protocols, registration is required at 518-854-7764 or dionondehowa@yahoo.com. Attention will be paid to distancing and mask required. A donation is requested. Dionondehowa Wildlife Sanctuary & School is a nonprofit forever-wild land trust that borders the Battenkill. www.dionondehowa.org.

Horse Tack Swap Meet
Washington County Fairgrounds, 392 Old Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thoughout the day, demonstrations on equine care and equine-related events presented by the Washington County Draft Animal Association and the Tri-State Liberty Club will be happening on the grounds. Businesses and Non-Profits with equine-related business and services are welcome to apply for booth space as well. Booth Spaces are $10. for a 10×10 booth – set up a table or bring your horse trailer or truck to display your items for sale. Booth sign-ups are available on the Washington County Fairground website or by calling the Fairgrounds at 518-692-2464. 

Take a Walk in the Park – with History
Anchor-Diamond Park, Corner of Route 50 and Middleline Rd., Ballston Lake | 10 a.m.
Join Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds for an historic walking tour of the park. We will travel back in time to visit the sites of the homes of prominent Town of Ballston residents over the last 200 years. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for this two-mile tour. Bug Spray also recommended. Due to Covid-19, please register by e-mail to saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com with number of attendees and your phone number for contact tracing. Slots are limited. You will receive a reminder notice before the event. Masks and social distancing required.

Mother’s Day Flower Basket Sale 
St. Luke’s on the Hill Episcopal Church, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Basket sale on Saturday, May 8. 10-inch baskets cost $27 and 12-inch baskets cost $38. Proceeds will go to our Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build. 

2021 Historic Homes Tour
Online Via Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation | Saturday and Sunday
This year’s tour promises to give you the exclusive opportunity to see interiors of beautiful private homes and buildings, including spaces that typically are not accessible during an in-person tour. The tour will be available throughout the weekend allowing you to view these special spaces whenever you want in the comfort of your own home! Several homes in the North Broadway neighborhood will be featured this year – 605 North Broadway, including the Coach House; 748 North Broadway; and 199 Woodlawn Avenue.  The tradition of including a “Rehab-in-Progress” continues this year with 687 North Broadway, the former Masonic Lodge. Cost is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. For more information, call 518-587-5030. Everyone who registers for this event will be emailed a link in advance. To register, visit www.saratogapreservation.org/calendar/historic-homes-tour

Sunday, May 9

Dharma Meditation
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 9-10:15 a.m. 
Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in-person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held each Sunday. Please RSVP to Pierre by calling 413-992-7012 or emailing Pierre pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested.

Monday, May 10

Drive-thru Food Pantry
Ballston Spa National Bank, 990 State Route 67, Ballston Spa | 9:30 a.m.
While supplies last. This is a first come, first serve event. All volunteers will be following CDC guidelines by wearing a mask, gloves and practicing social distancing.

License to Live – Teen Driving Event 
Quick Response, 2077 Route 9, Round Lake | 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Parents are invited to attend with their teen drivers and participate in the activities together to promote conversations about safe driving choices. Activities: Texting Simulator, Golf Cart and Fatal Vision Goggles, Broken Hearts Panels, Seatbelt Convincer, Mock Sobriety Checks, Roll Over Convincer, Texting Presentation, Car Extrication. Scholarship drawings from local businesses selected daily. For questions contact Cynthia Dort, Occupant Protection Educator, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Saratoga County. 518-885-8995 ext. 2228

Tuesday, May 11

Bizarre Science Tales and Tails
Saratoga Springs Public Library Zoom Presentation | 4 – 5 p.m.
Children in grades 4-7 can join Paul Phillips as he explores scientific Tales and Tails inspired by our upcoming Summer Reading Program in this 4-part series! This week’s topic is Comets, Asteroids, and Other Inter-Galactic Visitors Tell a Fascinating Tale of the Universe. Please register online or by calling 518-584-7860, ext. 305. This online program uses the Zoom livestreaming platform. It will require access to a computer, mobile device with the Zoom app installed, and/or a phone for audio-only access. Registration with an email is required to receive information on how to connect. The email will be sent three (3) hours prior to the scheduled start time of the program.

Wednesday, May 12

Roast Pork Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Circle, 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, tossed salad. Dinner for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Thursday, May 13

Welcome Back Meeting – Korean War Veterans and Associates
VFW Home, 190 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs | 1:30 p.m.
We are now being allowed to gather for our monthly meetings.  Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends, and relatives are all invited to attend.  New members are always welcome.  For an application to join or for further information, please contact. Comm. Paul O’Keefe at 518-603-4186.  We hope to be able to resume our monthly luncheons soon.

Mental Health Awareness Month
On-line Program | 7 – 8 p.m.
Dr. Benita Zahn is hosting a panel discussion featuring regional healthcare experts from aptihealth, CDPHP, and Five Corners Family Practice to offer tips and support for emotional health and wellness for parents, teachers, and anyone else who would like to join. The event is free for registered participants. During the month of May, as we recognize the importance of mental health and the need to continue to increase access to care, health experts are coming together to discuss how to recognize signs of anxiety, burnout, or depression. The expert panel will discuss how to address these challenges, including self-care and coping strategies, and share tools available to our local communities to help improve our mental and physical health, including quick access to comprehensive online mental healthcare covered by insurance. A panel discussion followed by Q & A. To register, visit www.aptihealth.com/webinar

Friday, April 30

Arbor Day Tree I.D. Walk
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 5 p.m.
Learn the basics of tree identification in honor of Arbor Day. What makes a tree coniferous or deciduous? How do we identify tree species? Join us to find out. Email info@wiltonpreserve.org or call 518-450-0321 to register.

Saturday, May 1

Fly Casting Clinic
Town of Halfmoon Park, 162 Rte. 236, Halfmoon | 10 a.m. – Noon
The Capital District Fly Fishers is holding its annual Fly-Casting Clinic.  The clinic also runs Sunday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.. Come learn to cast or get help to improve your casting skills.  If you have a rod, bring it. If you do not one will be provided. There is a $20 fee to cover cost. For information: about the fly-casting clinic contact Rodney Priddle 518-421-6762, Paul at 518-885-8257 or cdflyfishers@nycap.rr.com. All Participants must wear a mask and have eye protection. To register send an e-mail to RodneyPriddle@gmail.com. Please include name(s), phone number, if you are an experienced caster or new to fly casting.

May Day Journey Dance
100 Saratoga Village Blvd, Ballston Spa | 1 – 2 p.m.
May Day is an ancient festival of spring where joy, laughter and DANCE is shared.  Come welcome spring in connection! No dance experience necessary. Judgement free movement experience. State of the art floating bamboo dance floor. Masks provided, MEDIFY AIR filtration system. Space is limited.  RSVP to: MovementInsights@gmail.com

Sunday, May 2

Dharma Meditation
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 9-10:15 a.m.
Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in-person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held each Sunday. Please RSVP to Pierre by calling 413-992-7012 or emailing Pierre pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested.

Monday, May 3 

Learn to Make an Indian Feast: Gujarati Thali
Zoom Presentation hosted by the Saratoga Springs Public Library | 5 – 6 p.m.
Explore the exotic cuisine of Gujarat, a state in Northwestern India famous for its rich cultural heritage, especially dance (Garba and dandiya raas) and food. In this class, we will teach you the skills to create a typical Gujarati Thali (plate) that is a daily staple in Gujarati homes. A typical Thali consists of roti (bread), dal (lentils), shaak (vegetables), and rice. For this class, we will make Gujarati Toor Dal (pigeon peas), rotis (flat bread) and basmati rice. Please register online at www.sspl.org. 

Tuesday, May 4

Nature Craft Hour 
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 10:30 a.m.
Join us each week for a different nature-based craft. Activities are TBD, but will include sun prints, natural tie dye, seed medallions, and more. This program has a $3 supply fee. Email info@wiltonpreserve.org or call 518-450-0321 to register.

Wednesday, May 5

Chicken Parmigiana Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Circle, 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 for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Thursday, May 6

Academy for Lifelong Learning Fundraiser 
Balet Flowers & Design LLC, 5041 Nelson Ave. Ext., Malta | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 
Visit this local greenhouse and flower farm between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. and support A.L.L. To obtain an Academy coupon, please email jeff.shinaman@esc.edu. You will receive $5 off your purchase of $35 or more and A.L.L. will receive a 10% donation. The greenhouse is overflowing with hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, herbs, & vegetable plants. www.baletflowers.com. Find more information about the Academy for Lifelong Learning at www.esc.edu/all or call Jeff Shinaman at 518-587-2100 x2390.

First Thursdays With Saratoga Arts
Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Featuring Jillian Smith Trio. Jillian Smith is a jazz/blues vocalist, accompanied by keyboardist Jon LeRoy and percussionist Andy Hearn, the Trio’s playlist draws from the styles of Diana Krall, Carol King, Norah Jones, Bonnie Raitt and more. For this performance, the Trio will perform jazz standards, some classic rock and roll, and pop favorites in their own style- a little bit of everything for everyone to enjoy. Viewers will be able to social distance and safely watch the performance from outside through the window at the front of our building.  Weather permitting they may perform outside at our outdoor patio area.

Friday, April 23

Woodcock Walk
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 7:30 p.m.
Learn about this silly looking creature then take a guided walk at dusk. Join our educators on the trails through the meadows to watch for their mating displays and listen for their calls. What makes these birds so unique? Register to find out. 518-450-0321. For more programs, visit www.wiltonpreserve.org. 

Saturday, April 24

Saratoga Elks Auxiliary Craft and Garage Sale
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.  | Over 30 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore. We offer household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies, food treats, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors are signing up every month. All Covid-19 guidelines will be followed; people must wear masks and adhere to socially distancing guidelines. Tables are placed 6 foot apart with ample distancing in front of tables. Rain date Sunday, April 25.

28^th Annual Washington County Fiber Tour
Various Farms | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
All over the County – Nine farms, two days April 24 & 25. Visit alpacas, bunnies, goats, sheep and lambs, llamas and more. Meet the farmers and their families. Watch spinning, knitting, weaving, and felting demonstrations. Visit the Battenkill Carding and Spinning Mill. Learn about raising livestock and pets. For additional information, visit washingtoncountyfibertour.org or www.facebook.com/washingtoncountyfibertourny. 

Get Out of the House Farmers’ Market and Craft Fair
Saratoga Apple Orchard, 1174 State Route 29, Schuylerville | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
We will have vendors offering fresh apples, food trucks and baked goods, hard craft cider tap room, artisan crafts, jewelry, jams and jelly, pickles, apple cider doughnuts, rubs and spices, wood craft, painted farm furniture, soaps and sugar rubs, chocolate, plus much more. Entertainment: Robanic Reggae Band with Aston Ellis from 3-5 p.m. No fee entrance or parking.

Sustainable Saratoga’s Tree Toga
Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project is celebrating our community’s resilience and hope for the future by putting trees in the ground at the homes of 15 excited Saratogian families, totaling 270 tree plantings since 2014. This year teams of planters will gather at each planting location, getting those trees into the ground, to be nurtured and cared for by the homeowners whose yards will host the trees. The care that Tree Hosts provide is critical to tree survival and the success of Sustainable Saratoga’s mission to preserve and expand Saratoga’s urban forest. Spring is a great time to plant your own tree. So why not join Tree Toga in spirit by planting one in your own yard, and sharing a picture of your new tree at #NextGenTree? Sustainable Saratoga recommends planting a variety of trees native to our local forests, as well as a few of those from the wider region, that are adapted to our soils and climate and provide food and shelter for a variety of insects and wildlife. You can find a wealth of practical information on choosing, buying, planting and caring for trees at: sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/urban-forestry-project/practical-info-for-tree-planting-care

Team Up to Clean Up
Various locations and times. 
Team up with family and Friends for Earth Day on April 24 and 25. While we can’t get together for an Earth Day clean-up, we invite you to volunteer an hour or two to raise awareness about litter pollution and help beautify our area. Grab some trash bags, gloves, and some friends to clean our roadsides and neighborhoods. Location: any neighborhood, street, or park. Share your pics #sustainablesartoga. Pledge online to join our socially distanced community litter clean-up. sustainablesaratoga.org

Meatloaf Drive-thru Dinner
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Menu: meatloaf with macaroni & cheese, veggies, soup, and homemade dessert. Adults $12. Pre-orders are recommended, and delivery is available by calling 518-793-1152. 

Sunday, April 25

Dharma Meditation
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs
9 – 10:15 a.m. | Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in-person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held each Sunday. Please RSVP to Pierre by calling 413-992-7012 or emailing Pierre pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested.

Monday, April 26

Southern Saratoga Art Society Meeting
Zoom Demonstration | 6:30 p.m.
A free charcoal portrait demonstration, open to the public which features artist Corey Pitkin. His award-winning work has been featured in both national and international publications. He is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America. For more information about Corey, visit www.coreypitkin.com. To register, visit: www.southernsaratogaartist.com. 

Tuesday, April 27

After the Fire Monthly Meeting
Hillcrest Fire Department, 145 Pruyn Hill Rd., Mechanicville | 7 p.m.
After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about After the Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at www.afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435-4571.

Covid 19 & Caregivers: Finding Hope from What We’ve Learned
Virtual Program | 6 – 8 p.m.
It’s tough to look for silver linings in the COVID-19 pandemic, but our resilience and ingenuity during this crisis has opened new channels of thinking and practice when it comes to caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Join us for a brief Alzheimer’s disease overview followed by a panel discussion with local health experts and caregivers, as we explore how what we’ve learned during the pandemic will influence caregivers for years to come. Panelist of note: Dr. Philip Gara Jr., of the Center of Excellence for Alzheimer’s Disease at Glens Falls Hospital. Registration: alz.org/CRF or by contacting Sierra Snoddy at 518.675.7214 or ssnoddy@alz.org. 

Wednesday, April 28

Chicken Marsala Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Circle, 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 Marsala, long grain wild rice, vegetable, salad, roll. Dinner for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Thursday, April 29

Making Full and Low No Sugar Jam
Online Zoom program | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Learn how to make a strawberry or other fruit full sugar, low sugar, or no sugar jam, plus freezer jam; a no cook recipe great for kids that requires no canning equipment. This class will cover the basics of canning in a boiling water bath or steam canner, including equipment needed, plus a discussion of pectin. A demonstration is included. Register through the CCE webpage: ccesaratoga.org/events. Taught by Diane Whitten, Certified Master Food Preserver, CCE Saratoga County, for questions contact dwhitten@cornell.edu, or call 518-885-8995. Free – there is no fee for this online program.

Friday, April 16

Pasta Fagioli Take-Out
The Principessa Elena Society
13 Oak St., Saratoga Springs | 5 p.m. – 7p.m.
This classic Italian dish of macaroni and beans will be available for $5 per quart.

Saturday, April 17

Zippy Chippy’s 30^th Birthday Party
Old Friends at Cabin Creek
483 Sand Hill Rd., Greenfield Center | 12 – 3 p.m.
Reopening to the public to celebrate Zippy Chippy’s 30th birthday! Birthday festivities include a book signing with Artie Bennett, author of The True Story of Zippy Chippy: The Little Horse That Couldn’t, a drink truck, and live fiddle music. A donation of $10 for this event will be gratefully received. Masks are required. Hope you’ll join us! 

Sunday, April 18

Dharma Meditation
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs
9 – 10:15 a.m. | Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in-person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held each Sunday. Please RSVP to Pierre Zimmerman by calling 413-992-7012 or emailing pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hours in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including social distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested.

Monday, April 19

Wellness Walks
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared toward gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program will not take place in bad weather. Registration is required 24 hours in advance of the program. To register, call 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. Face masks are required to be worn throughout the duration of this program. 

Tuesday, April 20

Havurah Vatik April Event
A Zoom presentation | 11 a.m. – Noon. 
Presented by Elizabeth Vernon, a Lee M. Friedman Judaica Technical Services Librarian in the Judaica Division of the Harvard Library. Elizabeth will explore with us how the library documents all aspects of Jewish life: all time periods, all geographic areas, all languages. All the way down to ephemera and junk mail. Just what constitutes Judaica; how do you collect such a wide array of materials; what happens to them? What if you had a question about some arcane aspect of Jewish history, language, culture, religious practice? Ask Elizabeth! Join Zoom Meeting: us02web.zoom.us/j/83284806534?pwd=WnVPbGkrYjk5dTNvMDNOaldNbVZFZz09 Meeting ID: 832 8480 6534 Passcode: 684352

2^nd Annual Spring Social – Town of Wilton Democratic Committee
Zoom Presentation | 7 – 8 p.m. 
Presented by Dr. Don Levy, Director of the Siena College Research Institute, home of the renowned Siena Polls. Dr. Levy’s topic will be “Polling and Politics In a Pandemic”. To attend, please RSVP via our ActBlue page: secure.actblue.com/donate/2021-wilton-social. While the event is free, suggested donations of $25 for households and $15 for students would be greatly appreciated. Your donation will support candidates running for office in the Town’s November 2021 election. Donations can be applied through the RSVP process on the ActBlue page.

Wednesday, April 21

Stuffed Shells Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge
1 Elks Circle, 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: stuffed shells, meatballs, sweet sausage, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Volunteer Meetings
Zoom, Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park
80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6 – 7 p.m.
Get caught up on events and the latest programs and projects. Everyone is welcome, from those who are interested in learning more about volunteering to our longtime regulars! This event will be held virtually over Zoom. To register and get this link, please email volunteer coordinator, Erin, at emccabe@wiltonpreserve.org. Registration is required. To register, please contact the Park & Preserve Office via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org or by calling (518) 450-0321. Please provide your name, phone number, email and the number of people attending within your party. Registrations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the program. You will receive a confirmation email if you have been successfully registered. 

Alaska, the Last Frontier
Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m.
Join nature photographer, Peter Benoit, for a photographic journey through the natural wonder of American’s 49th state. Peter travelled to Alaska twice in recent years. His 2016 trip included a plane flight that landed on a glacier below the summit of Denali, the highest peak in North America. In 2018, he traveled by helicopter to Chinitna bay on the shores of Lake Clark National Park to photograph grizzly bears feeding on salmon. Peter Benoit is based in Queensbury, NY. Co-sponsored by the Adirondack Mountain Club. Please register online, sspl.libcal.com/event/6341326. 

Thursday, April 22

2021 AFS Quilt block Viewing Reception
Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne | 2 – 5 p.m. 
The quilt blocks are in and they’re spectacular!  Come see the magnificent blocks produced by our quilting friends from Plattsburg to North Carolina, and vote for your favorite.  This year’s theme, “Adirondack Mask-erade”, was chosen to represent our resilience to the pandemic. The public is invited to join us at a wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvre reception for our quilters the next day from 3 – 6 p.m. with a chance to vote. Raffle tickets for the finished quilt will be on sale at that time. The drawing will be held at the November Holiday Shop event. For more information call 518-696-2400.

Our World’s Water: An Earth Day Event 
Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m.
Water is essential for all living organisms. Join Malta resident, Mike Hensler, an Aries Chemical (water Treatment Company) consultant as he presents, Our World’s Water, a brief overview of water, why it’s special, what today’s problem is, tomorrow’s looming crisis and what we must do. Together we can unite to lead water initiatives that will save Our World. This is event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. To sign up go to: http://bspl.sals.edu and fill out the registration form. You may also sign up in person, call 518-885-5022 or email Ballston Spa Public Library: balweb@sals.edu.

Experts Next Door – Curing in the Mountains
Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m.
Executive Director of Historic Saranac Lake, Amy Catania will discuss Saranac Lake’s fascinating role in the research and treatment of tuberculosis, and how it relates to today’s fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.  Along the way, she will share tales of Saranac Lake’s history, including first-hand accounts from people associated with the research and treatment center. Episodes are free for SCHC members, and $5 for non-members.  Please register in advance at www.brooksidemuseum.org.  Registrants will receive a Zoom link and other relevant information.  For questions, please contact Isobel Connell at isobel@brooksidemuseum.org.

Woodcock Walks
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Learn about this silly-looking critter then take a guided walk at dusk. Join our educators on the trails through the meadows to watch their mating displays and listen for their calls. What makes these birds so unique? Register to find out! Registration is required. To register, email info@wiltonpreserve.org or call 518-450-0321. Please provide your name, phone number, email and the number of people attending within your party. Registrations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the program. You will receive a confirmation email if you have been successfully registered. Please note, facemasks are required to be worn throughout the duration of this program. 

Friday, April 9

Spring Scavenger Hunt
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 11 a.m. – Noon
Join us on a guided hike to observe the final days of winter and witness the early signs of spring. Look for new growth that spring brings and signs of animal activity. Registration is required. To register, please contact the Park & Preserve Office via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org or by calling 518-450-0321. Please provide your name, phone number, email and the number of people attending within your party. Registrations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the program. You will receive a confirmation email if you have been successfully registered. Free admission. Please note, facemasks are required to be worn throughout the duration of this program. 

Saturday, April 10

Defensive Driving Class
Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
There will be a New York State approved Defensive Driving Class. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle Guidelines. There is a fee of $35 per person. Bring a friend and the fee is $30 each. Portion of the fee goes to the church. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankowski at 518-286-3788. 

Super Soup Supper
Ballston Spa United Methodist Church, 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 4 – 7 p.m.
Take out only. Call 518-885-6886 and leave a message to place your order for Hearty Chicken or Broccoli Cheddar soups. Donations gratefully accepted.

Open Mic
VFW Post 420, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 9 p.m.
To support our local veterans and the VFW.  More upcoming music events: Saturday April 17, Betsy and the Bygones, and Saturday April 24 Tame Pacific Band ( back by popular demand). All events 6 -9 p.m. All feature great drink prices and food specials. All are welcome. We practice Social distancing and sanitation guidelines. Call 518-584-9686 for more information.

Sunday, April 11

Monthly Breakfast
The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 123 Route 32, Schuylerville | 8 – 11 a.m.
Menu: Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot Chocolate. Cost: $8 Adult, $4 Child. EVERYONE will be welcome to join us. 581-695-3917.

Dharma Meditation
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 9 – 10:15 a.m.
Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman returns to an In Person or Live format. Meetings will be held on Sundays.  Please RSVP to Pierre by calling 413-992-7012 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested. For more information, visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com. 

Auditions for Robin Hood
Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr., Malta | 2 – 4 p.m.
Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe is auditioning children (ages 10+), teens and adults, at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr, Malta. Especially needed: Teen and adult men! Auditions will be scheduled in small groups and by appointment only. All Covid-19 protocols will be explained when requesting your appointment. Auditions also held on Monday April 12 from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Rehearsals will begin April 19 and run most Monday and Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons until performances. Performances are tentatively slated over two weekends, June 12 and 13, and June 19 and 20, subject to Covid-19 limitations at the time. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at theater@malta-town.org or 518-899-4411 x305 to schedule your audition or for additional information.

Monday, April 12

Ageless Dancer Series
The National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 1 – 2 p.m.
Mary Anne Fantauzzi will teach Ballet Barre & Balance on Mondays from April 12 – May 17. Classical ballet technique designed for all level participants will develop core stabilization, fluidity of movement and balance. Fitness attire and ballet slippers are recommended. Participants will need a sturdy high back chair or barre. The cost is $36 for six classes. The registration form may be accessed at www.nationalmuseumofdance.org/calendar and questions may be directed to Fantauzzi at tours@dancemuseum.org.

Tuesday, April 13

Pierogi Sale Pick Up
Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
As usual we will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese perogies. All pierogi orders are $10/dozen. Please order soon as we expect the orders to be larger than usual. We also may have stuffed clams.  Please call 518-363-0001. Thank you for your patience at this time of COVID. Please wear your masks when you arrive. We follow all proper procedures for your safety.

Wednesday, April 14

Ageless Dancer Series
The National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 1 – 2 p.m.
This six-week session, designed for participants ages 55+, will include a new offering, “Swingin’ Ballroom,” taught by Johnny Martinez. Martinez’s class will teach ballroom and Latin dance moves to the music of swing and salsa. No partner is necessary. Fitness attire, sneakers or soft soled dance shoes are recommended. The class will be held from April 14 to May 19. The cost is $36 for six classes. The registration form may be accessed at www.nationalmuseumofdance.org/calendar and questions may be directed to Fantauzzi at tours@dancemuseum.org.

Thursday, April 15

Canning at Home
Zoom Presentation | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. An Intro to Boiling Water, Steam and Pressure Canning: Learn when and how to use these different canning methods. This class will include a discussion of low acid and high acid canning, plus how to avoid botulism food poisoning. A demonstration will be included on the use of these two canning methods. To register, contact Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995 or email dwhitten@cornell.edu. 

Friday, April 2

Takeout Fish Fry
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton St., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
The menu will include fish fry, fries, and coleslaw. The cost is $10 (cash only). Beverages available for an addition $1. To place your order call 518-885-1149 or simply email BPOE2619@verizon.net. Additional quantities available at the door while supplies last. Proceeds support Elks Charities. Ballston Spa Elks will proudly make a donation to the Union Fire Station while their annual Fish Fry is on hold this year.

Fish Fry Friday 
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 121 NY-32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m.
We have expanded our club house and invite you to come see our new addition. You are welcome to eat in or call ahead for take-out, 518-695-3917. Menu for dinners: fish fry, chicken fry, clam fry, popcorn shrimp fry, buffalo shrimp, and chowder. Ask about our extras and specials and beverages. Everyone is invited, Covid 19 rules will apply. 

Fundraiser Takeout Fish Fry 
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Menu: Fried or baked haddock – $14; fried clam strips – $12 (includes French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce); shrimp salad special (includes French fries and coleslaw), homemade macaroni and cheese – $5; New England and Manhattan clam chowder – $7 (pint) or $13 (quart); side of French Fries – $3; and dessert – $2.  Orders will be taken by calling 518-584-8547 each week prior to the event on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, beginning at 1 p.m. and will continue through until 4 p.m., except for Fridays, which will continue right up until the event or we run out of food.  Pickup starts at 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes thereafter.  You are welcome to come into the building with a mask, or you may call from the parking lot upon your arrival with a description of your vehicle and your meal will be brought out to you. 

Thee Mr. E Band
VFW Post 420, 130 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m.
Food is available and great drink prices. All are Welcome. We practice social distancing. Support our Veterans and local music. For inquiries call 518-584-9686.

Saturday, April 3

K9 Easter Egg Hunt
Hudson Crossing Park, Route 4, Schuylerville
Grab your leash, pup, and head to Hudson Crossing Park for the best K9 Easter Egg Hunt around! HCP invites family members of the four-legged variety to have a special K9 Easter Egg Hunt all their own. Plastic eggs are “hidden” throughout the park and packed with treats courtesy of Lazy Dog Cookie Company of Ballston Spa! Social distancing is necessary. Please take the eggs that you find home with you. Your donation online is appreciated. $10 per dog suggested donation. CDC guidelines will be followed. The event will also take place on Sunday, April 4. Visit www.hudsoncrossingpark.org/upcoming-events/2021/4/3/k9-easter-egg-hunt. 

Mind Body Soul Expo
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Come discover, explore, and experience 130+ Health, Wellness, and Holistic Vendors, demonstrations, interactive exhibits, 16 Free presentations and lectures, 8 Free classes and workshops, 8 stage performances, local Saratoga businesses, Free samples, Healing and Meditation Room (upstairs with elevator access) and much, much more. We will be in the entire venue (upstairs and all of downstairs).

Sunday, April 4

Happy Easter!

Monday, April 5

Wellness Walk
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program will not take place in bad weather. To register, please contact the Park & Preserve Office via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org or by calling 518-450-0321. Please provide your name, phone number, email and the number of people attending within your party. Registrations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the program. You will receive a confirmation email if you have been successfully registered. Facemasks are required to be worn throughout the duration of this program.

Free Farmland Access Workshops
Virtual Class | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County and Saratoga PLAN have collaborated to bring a series of three Farmland Access Workshops. Designed for farmland owners and those looking to purchase farmland or diversify their farming operation. To close the series, Dustin Lewis of Saratoga County Soil and Water Conservation District along with Jessica Holmes and Nicolina Foti of CCE Saratoga present Farmland Evaluation. In this workshop, participants will learn how to find the best fit between agricultural land and farm operation. The workshops are free and open to all. To register, please contact Nicolina Foti, CCE Saratoga Agricultural Coordinator, at nvf5@cornell.edu or call the office 518-885-8995. To learn more about other events offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, please visit ccesaratoga.org and for more information on Saratoga PLAN and their work, please visit www.saratogaplan.org.

Tuesday, April 6

Dining with Diabetes
Zoom Presentation | Noon
A program for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their family members offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. Participants will learn how to fit carbohydrates into a healthy menu, effectively use food labels, choose meals at a restaurant, and adopt other healthy habits to help manage diabetes through healthy eating. Recipe ideas provided. Time provided for Q&A. Diabetes and Covid19 will be discussed. Diane Whitten, Cornell Cooperative Extension nutrition educator, will present helpful tips and facilitate discussion, guest speakers will include a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. For help with Zoom or other program details contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County- 518-885-8995, or email Diane at dwhitten@cornell.edu.

Frog Watch
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Learn how to identify frogs and toads by sight and sound as their season rapidly approaches! Take a walk with our educators around vernal ponds and listen for their calls. Register by calling the library at 518-584-7860 ext. 305. Registrations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the program. You will receive a confirmation email if you have been successfully registered. Please note, facemasks are required to be worn throughout the duration of this program.

Wednesday, April 7

Nesting Birds
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 11 a.m. – Noon
Take a hike to look for nesting birds, followed by a craft. Can you make a nest better than a bird? Let’s find out! This program has a $3 supply fee. Registration is required. To register, please contact the Park & Preserve Office via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org or by calling 518-450-0321. Please provide your name, phone number, email and the number of people attending within your party. Registrations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the program. You will receive a confirmation email if you have been successfully registered. Please note, facemasks are required to be worn throughout the duration of this program.

Roast Pork Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
For curbside pick-up 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 for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Thursday, April 8

Planning and Planting a Herbal Medicinal Garden
Zoom Presentation | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Join Herbalist Lise Fuller for a webinar addressing the necessary steps for planting and enjoying a beautiful, yet practical, medicinal herbal garden. Topics covered will include placement and design of garden, selecting the proper plants based on location, garden maintenance, and how to preserve and prepare your herbs. Registration is required to receive the Zoom connection information. Please register online at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, www.sspl.org. 

Friday, March 26

St. Luke’s on the Hill Annual Chowder Fest
40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville | 4 – 6:30 p.m. 
Drive-thru only. Choices are: Manhattan Clam Chowder, New England, Clam Chowder, Creamy Corn Chowder by the Quart $10 (served cold). Each quart will come with free single scoop Stewarts Ice cream certificate. Limit 4 Certificates per family, while supplies last. Pre-order call Tara 518-577-7772. Limited supply available day of event. 

Fish Fry Friday
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 121 NY-32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m.
We have expanded our club house and invite you to come see our new addition. You are welcome to eat in or call ahead for take-out, 518-695-3917. Menu for dinners: Fish Fry, Chicken Tenders, Clam Strips, Popcorn Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, Scallops and Chowder. Ask about our extras and specials and beverages. Everyone is invited, Covid 19 rules will apply. Every Friday thru April 10.

Fundraiser Takeout Fish Fry 
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Menu: Fried or baked haddock $14; fried clam strips $12 (includes French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce); shrimp salad special (includes French fries and coleslaw), homemade macaroni and cheese $5; New England and Manhattan clam chowder $7 (pint) or $13 (quart); side of French Fries $3; and dessert $2.  Orders will be taken by calling 518-584-8547 each week prior to the event on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, beginning at 1 p.m. and will continue through until 4 p.m., except for Fridays, which will continue right up until the event or we run out of food. Pickup starts at 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes thereafter.  You are welcome to come into the building with a mask, or you may call from the parking lot upon your arrival with a description of your vehicle and your meal will be brought out to you. The event will be held each Friday during Lent through April 2.

Saturday, March 27

Tang at Home Studio: Living Landforms 
The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Zoom | 11 a.m.
We will gather on Zoom to discuss our ideas about the artwork, engage in an art-making activity, and share our creations. This week, we explore Syd Carpenter’s sculpture Ellis and Anna Mae Thomas, on view in the exhibition Never Done: 100 Years of Women in Politics and Beyond. Carpenter, who is also a gardener, explores the histories of African American farmers and her own family’s history of farming in her sculptures to honor their untold legacies. We will look at how Carpenter “breathes life” into her sculpture as a metaphor for the living earth, and then create our own 3-D topographical maps with recycled materials found around the house. To ensure a fun sharing environment, registration is required. The live Saturday sessions are best suited for kids ages 5-12 and their adult companions, but everyone is welcome!

Chicken & Biscuit Drive-Thru Dinner
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Menu: Chicken and gravy with veggies, biscuit, soup, and homemade dessert. Adults $12. Pre-orders are recommended & delivery is available. Call 518-793-1152.

Gone but Not Forgotten
St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville | 4 p.m.
Grieving death through the disease of addiction. Turning Pain into Purpose – Heartache to healing, stigma to understanding.  We will be encouraging families of loss, have a memorial candle lighting, and listen to speakers share. Susan Hayes-Masa – Not in Vain/Megan’s Story & Advocacy; Ken & Maureen Provost/ RAIS – Comfort & Healing through Purpose; Lynne Curtis – Walking through the Greif Process. We will begin with the Eucharist at 4 p.m., followed by a BYO bag dinner at 5 p.m.; Speakers series at 5:30 p.m. 

Sunday, March 28

Slow Roll
Palette Café, 493 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 1 – 2 p.m.
Guided by Bikeatoga, we will bring the tunes for a leisurely paced guided group ride with bundled attendees. We anticipate approximately a 10mph pace (to stay warmer), looping through safe and quiet neighborhood streets. The ride begins at Palette. We end at Palette and Pint Sized with hot (or cold) beverages and snacks available for purchase. This event continues the SLOW ROLL rides that we hold the last Sunday of every month, held in participation with Bikeatoga, Bicycle Benefits, Impressions of Saratoga, Dark Horse Mercantile and Palette. www.thepalettecafe.com. 

Monday, March 29

Free Farmland Access Workshops
Virtual Class | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County and Saratoga PLAN have collaborated to bring a series of three Farmland Access Workshops. Designed for farmland owners and those looking to purchase farmland or diversify their farming operation. Sarah Miller, Attorney at Hodgeson & Russ LLP. This hour and a half will focus on legal considerations to explore when welcoming the public onto your farm. The workshops are free and open to all. To register, please contact Nicolina Foti, CCE Saratoga Agricultural Coordinator, at nvf5@cornell.edu or call the office 518-885-8995. To learn more about other events offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, please visit ccesaratoga.org and for more information on Saratoga PLAN and their work, please visit www.saratogaplan.org.

Tuesday, March 30

FrogWatch USA Training
Online via Zoom | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
FrogWatch USA is a citizen science program of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) that Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be participating again this year. During the training, you’ll learn about wetlands and how to report data on the calls of local frogs and toads. If you did the training last year, you could join us for a refresher! This year we are teaming up with Up Yonda Nature Center to put on the training. Registration is required to get the Zoom link. Call 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org to register.

Wednesday, March 31

Meatloaf Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
For curbside pick-up only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order 518-584-2585. Menu: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Climate Change: Solutions from the National to the Local Level
Zoom Discussion | 6:45 p.m.
The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County Environmental Committee and Sustainable Saratoga invite you to join them for a conversation with Congressman Paul Tonko and a panel of student activists about addressing the climate crisis. The discussion will be moderated by Anne Ernst, Sustainable Saratoga board member and Senior Lecturer of Environmental Studies and Sciences at Skidmore College. Congressman Paul Tonko will discuss the actions and goals of the federal government regarding climate change, followed by a panel of local youth activists, who will discuss their experiences. For more information and to register, visit www.lwvsaratoga.org

Thursday, April 1

Create a Wildlife Habitat Garden
Zoom Presentation | 1 – 2 p.m.
Create a safe haven for pollinators such as birds and butterflies, as well as other backyard wildlife. Join Suzanne Balet Haight of Balet Flowers & Design for a discussion of how to create a garden that nurtures wildlife using native plants and eco-friendly gardening practices, to provide food, water, cover, and places to raise young. The National Wildlife Federation offers a Certified Wildlife Habitat program to ceritfy your garden as a habitat attractive to birds, butterflies, and other backyard wildlife. Please register online, www.sspl.org. Adult program.

Fermenting Vegetables
Zoom Presentation | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Learn how easy and fun it is to ferment foods at home, including sauerkraut and kim chi. This class will cover equipment, tips, and techniques for successful fermentation, including a demonstration. The health benefits of probiotic bacteria in fermented foods will be discussed. Taught by Diane Whitten, Certified Master Food Preserver, Cornell Cooperative Extension. To register, contact dwhitten@cornell.edu, or call 518-885-8995. FREE

Friday, March 19

Fish Fry Friday
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 121 NY-32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m.
We have expanded our club house and invite you to come see our new addition. You are welcome to eat in or call ahead for take-out, 518-695-3917. Menu for dinners: Fish Fry, Chicken Tenders, Clam Strips, Popcorn Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, Scallops and Chowder. Ask about our extras, specials and beverages. Everyone is invited, Covid 19 rules will apply. Every Friday through April 10.

Fundraiser Takeout Fish Fry 
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Menu: Fried or baked haddock $14; fried clam strips $12 (includes French fries and coleslaw); shrimp salad special (includes French fries and coleslaw), homemade macaroni and cheese $5; New England and Manhattan clam chowder $7 (pint) or $13 (quart); side of French fries $3; dessert $2.  Order by calling 518-584-8547 each week prior to the event on Wednesdays-Fridays from at 1-4 p.m., except for Fridays, which will continue until we run out of food. Pickup starts at 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes thereafter. Pick-up in the building with a mask, or call from the parking lot with a description of your vehicle and your meal will be brought out to you. The event will be held each Friday during Lent through April 2.

Saturday, March 20

5th Annual Soup-er Saturday Drive-thru
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Pkwy | 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
We will be making corn chowder, tomato soup and vegetable beef soup in our Church kitchen. Customers will get three bowls of soup (one of each) plus bread and dessert. Soups will be packed and delivered to your car. The price will be $8. Pre-orders are recommended. Call 518-793-1152. 

Take Out Chicken Parm Dinner
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton St., Ballston Spa | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
$14, or 2 for $25. Menu: Chicken parm, penne, salad, garlic bread and dessert. Please pre-order Tuesday or Wednesday or leave a message on the answering machine at 518-885-1149. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elk’s charities. 

Sunday, March 21

Music and Meditation for Lent Series
Bethesda Episcopal Church, 26 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs | 4 p.m.
Join us Sunday afternoons for a series of contemplative recitals played by illustrious local concert artists. We are delighted to welcome classical guitarist Joel Brown (Distinguished Artist in Residence at Skidmore) on March 21. Freewill donation requested. Advanced registration is required to reserve a seat to meet COVID requirements. Please visit www.bethesdachurch.org to register.

Virtual Fundraiser BARC
Facebook Live | 7 p.m.
Performances by BARC Youth Theatre Kids. This event will be a Facebook Live auction/raffle with new performance videos played between auction/raffle items. We have already received several generous donations from local businesses and families of gift cards and items for auction and raffle. 

Monday, March 22

Winter Wellness Walks
Camp Saratoga North, Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 10 a.m.
Get outdoors biweekly to enjoy the beauty of winter with likeminded people. Wilton Wildlife Preserve’s Winter Wellness Walks cover 1.5 miles of gentle terrain. If needed, snowshoes will be available for rental 30 minutes before the program. If there is no snow, the program will take place without snowshoes. Registration is required to meet COVID requirements. To register, call 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org

Free Farmland Access Workshops
Virtual Class | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County and Saratoga PLAN have collaborated to bring a series of three Farmland Access Workshops. Designed for farmland owners and those looking to purchase farmland or diversify their farming operation. The series will kick off with Farmland Leasing presented by Nicole Tommell, Agricultural Business Management Specialist of Cornell Cooperative Extension. Learn how to craft agricultural leases that work for both landowners and tenants. The workshops are free and open to all. To register, please contact Nicolina Foti at nvf5@cornell.edu or call the office 518-885-8995. To learn more about other events offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, please visit ccesaratoga.org and for more information on Saratoga PLAN and their work, visit www.saratogaplan.org.

Spring Tour Days
Saratoga Independent School, 459 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Independent School welcomes prospective families to visit the school during their Spring Tour Days from March 22 – March 25. During the Spring Tour Days, prospective families will have an opportunity to meet Lisa Brown, Head of School, as well as other faculty and staff in a safe way. Members of our faculty will take families on private tours of our campus from the outside, discuss our curriculum, and answer questions about our school.  S.I.S. is also welcoming families to request a virtual tour of the school. This is an excellent opportunity to see what S.I.S. has to offer. For more information and to register, please visit www.siskids.org/admissions/open-house.cfm or contact Colleen Fortune at 518-583-0842, email cfortune@siskids.org. 

Tuesday, March 23

Brooks BBQ Fundraiser for Saratoga Senior Center
Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs | 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Blue Shield of Northeastern NY. Chicken Dinner: $13 Rib Dinner: $15. All dinners include baked potato, coleslaw, roll. The Senior Center is one of the few places where you can purchase the Rib Dinner. Curbside pickup, bulk orders delivery (10 or more): We will deliver to your office or home. Call 518-584-1621 to preorder. 

After the Fire Monthly Meeting
Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse, Washington St., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m.
After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire.  Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc.  Volunteers are needed. Anyone interested in learning more about After The Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at  www.afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at  518-435-4571. Masks and social distancing required. 

Wednesday, March 24

Chicken & Biscuit Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
For curbside pick up only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order 518-584-2585. Menu: Chicken and biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll. Dinner for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Forest Pests and Their Potential Impact on the Adirondacks
Via Zoom | 7 p.m.
Join Tammara Van Ryn, a long-time member of the Glens Falls/Saratoga Chapter ADK and Program Manager for the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program for a fascinating discussion of forest pests that have the potential to dramatically alter the Adirondack landscape. To register through the Saratoga Springs Public Library, visit sspl.libcal.com/event/6341325. 

Thursday, March 25

Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day 
Thomas Walks for CP – A virtual walk for Cerebral Palsy. Supporters are asked to join the Thomas Walks for CP Facebook event page, and walk 3.2 miles throughout the month of March, in honor of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. Anyone who wishes to donate, may do so as well through the event page, with proceeds going to the Cerebral Palsy Foundation. Walkers are encouraged to wear green, take a selfie or a group picture, and post it on social media using the hashtags #ThomasWalks4CP and #GoGreen4CP. 

Take a Bite Out of History: From Saratoga Chip to Potato Chip
Virtual Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m.
In honor of National Potato Chip Day in March, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is pleased to welcome potato chip historian, Alan Richer, for a virtual program. Also known as “The Toga Chip Guy,” Alan recently finished two segments for the History Channel’s “The Food That Built America” on Frito-Lay and Pringles which will air in the coming weeks. This program is open to the public for a suggested contribution of $10 and pre-registration is required to attend on Zoom. For additional information or to register for the virtual program visit the Foundation’s website, www. www.saratogapreservation.org/calendar/special-programs or call 518-587-5030. Everyone who pre-registers for this program will be emailed a Zoom link in advance.

Friday, March 12

Fish Fry Friday
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 121 NY-32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m.
We have expanded our club house and invite you to come see our new addition. You are welcome to eat in or call ahead for take-out, 518-695-3917. Menu for dinners: Fish Fry, Chicken Tenders, Clam Strips, Popcorn Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, Scallops and Chowder. Ask about our extras and specials and beverages. Everyone is invited, Covid 19 rules will apply. Every Friday thru April 10.

Fundraiser Takeout Fish Fry 
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Menu: Fried or baked haddock – $14; fried clam strips – $12 (includes French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce); shrimp salad special (includes French fries and coleslaw), homemade macaroni and cheese – $5; New England and Manhattan clam chowder – $7 (pint) or $13 (quart); side of French Fries – $3; and dessert – $2.  Orders will be taken by calling 518-584-8547 each week prior to the event on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, beginning at 1 p.m. and will continue through until 4 p.m., except for Fridays, which will continue right up until the event or we run out of food.  Pickup starts at 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes thereafter.  You are welcome to come into the building with a mask, or you may call from the parking lot upon your arrival with a description of your vehicle and your meal will be brought out to you. The event will be held each Friday during Lent through April 2.

Saturday, March 13

Tang at Home Studio: Cut It Out!
Online Via Zoom | 11 a.m.
Tang at Home Studio gives kids and their families the chance to explore their creativity, make new things, and share their artwork with peers. We’ll explore Nina Chanel Abney’s eye-catching work Whet, on view in the exhibition Never Done: 100 Years of Women in Politics and Beyond. Using spray paint and vinyl stencils, Abney explores race and identity through colors, figures, text, abstract imagery, and symbols taken from the internet, social media, and popular culture. We will create our own colorful collaged artworks that reflect our view of a world full of powerful, positive, and inclusive messages. For more information and to register, visit tang.skidmore.edu/calendar/1396-tang-at-home-studio-cut-it-out.

Saratoga Clay Arts Center 2nd Annual National Juried Exhibition 
Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Rd., Schuylerville | 5 – 7 p.m. 
PLAYING WITH FIRE: Altered Atmospheres, a national juried exhibition of 68 functional and decorative works by 59 clay artists who play with fire.  Juried by renown Massachusetts-based potter, Mark Shapiro, the selected works have been plucked from altered atmospheres – those changed by wood, smoke, salt, or the like. The exhibition is online and in person and runs through April 24.

Sunday, March 14

The Caterpillar Hunter Virtual Show 
All Day Event Online
The Traveling Lantern Theatre Company will be bringing a wonderful virtual performance for children and their families. Based on the beloved character of the late Steve Irwin, the Caterpillar Hunter shrinks himself and sets off to explore the terrain, pursuing elusive bugs and strange herbage in the wild recesses of a common North American vegetable garden. Join in his exciting backyard adventure! This program is ideal for children ages 4 and up. This online program will require access to a computer or mobile device. Registration with an email is required to receive information on how to access the video. The email will be sent three (3) hours prior to the schedued start time of the program.Please register online, www.sspl.org. Available through March 21.

Monday, March 15

March Madness Basketball Kit 
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Celebrate March Madness by picking up a free basketball kit at the library. Each kit includes supplies to make a craft stick basketball launcher and origami hoop, a middle grade/teen book bracket and copies of the NCAA official brackets. Kits are available while supplies last, for age 9+. 

Tuesday, March 16

Havurah Vatik
Zoom Meeting | 11 a.m. – Noon
Get the inside scoop on our very own Jewish Federation of NENY: What is it, what does it do, how does it do it? We are joined by Rob Kovach, President and CEO of Jewish Federation of Northeastern NY and by Phyllis Wang, Campaign Chair and Chair Elect of the Federation. They will discuss how Federation tackles and meets its goals of meeting the breadth of needs for the whole Jewish community. Fundraising, of course, but Federation is really an essential umbrella organization. To join the Zoom Meeting: us02web.zoom.us/j/83284806534?pwd=WnVPbGkrYjk5dTNvMDNOaldNbVZFZz09. Meeting ID: 832 8480 6534 Passcode: 684352

Virtual Horse Symposium
Online via Zoom | 7 p.m.
CCE Equine is excited to host our 2nd Virtual Horse Symposium for three weeks in March, ending April 1. This program is offered for adult horse owners, business owners, and horse enthusiasts in the Capital Region and beyond. Topics include: Sound Development of Young Horses, An introduction to Liability Risks: New York’s Agricultural Tourism Act and Negligence in the Horse Industry, Equine Law: Legal Issues for Participants in the Horse Industry, and more! Each session will be hosted virtually via zoom at 7 p.m. Educational packets optional. Following the symposium, there will be a virtual family-fun equine trivia night on April 2. Contact Brieanna Hughes with questions at bh548@cornell.edu, 518-885-8995, or visit our Facebook page atwww.facebook.com/cceequine/ . Registration for both events can be found online at:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=CCEEQUINE_241. 

Wednesday, March 17

Drive-Thru Food Pantry
BSNB Corporate Plaza, 990 State Route 67, Ballston Spa | 9:30 a.m. – while supplies last.
Sponsored by the Ballston Spa National Bank in cooperation with the Regional Food Bank.  This event is first come, first serve. The volunteers will be following the CDC guidelines, by wearing masks, gloves and social distancing.

St. Patrick’s Day with the McKrells
Caffe Lena Virtual Event | 7 p.m.
Spend your St. Patrick’s Day at home with the McKrells! Saratoga’s own Kevin McKrell has been the leading force in the regional Celtic scene for the past three decades. He’s a masterful entertainer and musician who has played festival stages and clubs around the globe with the bands he founded, Donnybrook Fair and The McKrells. Admission is free.

Thursday, March 18

Fast Fashion Discussion
Online via Zoom | 6:30 p.m.
Sustainable Saratoga invites you to join in a discussion of the true costs of clothing and goods that we buy. Jennifer Coulombe, sustainability consultant and lecturer at Skidmore College, will lead a discussion of the toll the fashion industry takes on garment makers and the environment. Through the lens of the True Cost documentary, which exposes key issues within the garment industry, to its after-effects on river and soil pollution, we will explore and discuss the various issues with fast fashion. We will also explore a brief history of fast fashion and various approaches to consider so we can be more conscious consumers. Attendees are encouraged to watch the documentary in advance of the webinar, but all are welcome. You can view the documentary on tubi, YouTube (youtu.be/nxhCpLzreCw), Amazon Prime, or at truecostmovie.com/ Register in advance for this discussion. To register, click the link and sign-up using Zoom. us02web.zoom.us/…/tZYlcu6tqT0qGN3MV… After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Zoom session.

Friday, March 5

Owl Prowl 
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Participants ages 5 and older along with a parent or caregiver will assemble at the main parking lot of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, learn owl calls and then go for an Owl Prowl walk to listen for these nighttime predators. Bring snowshoes if you have them, otherwise the Park will have loaners for your use. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather as this will be a totally outdoor experience. Register online at sspl.org or by calling the Saratoga Springs Public Library Children’s Room at 518-584-7860, ext. 305.

Fish Fry Friday
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, 121 NY-32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m.
We have expanded our club house and invite you to come see our new addition. You are welcome to eat in or call ahead for take-out, 518-695-3917. Menu for dinners: Fish Fry, Chicken Tenders, Clam Strips, Popcorn Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, Scallops and Chowder. Ask about our extras and specials and beverages. Everyone is invited, Covid 19 rules will apply. Every Friday thru April 10.

Fundraiser Takeout Fish Fry 
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Menu: Fried or baked haddock – $14; fried clam strips – $12 (includes French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce); shrimp salad special (includes French fries and coleslaw), homemade macaroni and cheese – $5; New England and Manhattan clam chowder – $7 (pint) or $13 (quart); side of French Fries – $3; and dessert – $2.  Orders will be taken by calling 518-584-8547 each week prior to the event on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, beginning at 1 p.m. and will continue through until 4 p.m., except for Fridays, which will continue right up until the event or we run out of food.  Pickup starts at 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes thereafter.  You are welcome to come into the building with a mask, or you may call from the parking lot upon your arrival with a description of your vehicle and your meal will be brought out to you.  The event will be held each Friday during Lent through April 2.

Saturday, March 6

Renewable Energy & Sustainable Living Fair 
Virtual Event | 10 a.m. -4 p.m. 
The Renewable Energy & Sustainable Living Fair is hosted by Community Advocates for a Sustainable Environment. The Fair will have an exhibition hall, speakers, workshops, and affinity groups. Free to the public. Exhibitors and attendees register at: http://www.caseonline.org. Contact Becky Meier at: beckyjmeier@gmail.com or 518-781-4686.

Sunday, March 7

Music and Meditation for Lent Series
Bethesda Episcopal Church, 26 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs | 4 p.m. 
Join us Sunday afternoons for a series of contemplative recitals played by illustrious local concert artists. We are delighted to welcome jazz pianist Chuck Lamb on March 7. Freewill donation requested. Advanced registration is required to reserve a seat to meet COVID requirements. Please visit www.bethesdachurch.org to register.

Monday, March 8

Winter Wellness Walks 
Camp Saratoga North, Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 10 a.m.
Get outdoors biweekly to enjoy the beauty of winter with like-minded people. Wilton Wildlife Preserve’s Winter Wellness Walks cover 1.5 miles of gentle terrain. If needed, snowshoes will be available for rental 30 minutes before the program. If there is no snow, the program will take place without snowshoes. Registration is required to meet COVID requirements. To register, call 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org

Tuesday, March 9

Panera Bread Fundraiser for Saratoga Automobile Museum
Panera Bread, 3070 NY 50, Saratoga Springs | 4 – 8 p.m.
Order online at panerabread.com and enter code PRFUND at checkout. You can also bring the flyer or show a digital version to the cashier when ordering at the cafe to ensure the Museum receives a portion of the proceeds.

Community Conversation on Performing Arts
Online via Zoom | 7 p.m.
The Saratoga Springs Arts Commission in partnership with Skidmore College invites the public to the next online town hall style discussion with arts leaders. Moderated by Lisa Kolosek, Independent Curator, and Jason Ohlberg, Assistant Professor, Skidmore College Dance Department, the conversation will address community impact, accessibility, and new ideas for Saratoga. The panelists are:  Chris Shiley, Senior Director of Artistic Planning, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Teddy Foster, Director, Universal Preservation Hall, Jill Levy, Artistic Director, Saratoga Chamber Players, Eric Rudy, General Manager, Home Made Theater, Lisa Jackson-Schebetta, Associate Professor and Chair, Skidmore College Theater Department. Free and open to all. The Chat will be open for community participation. The Zoom link is: skidmore.zoom.us/j/97421919818

Wednesday, March 10

Chicken Parmigiana Dinner 
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
For curbside pick-up only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. and Noon to place an order,  518-584-2585. Menu: chicken parmigiana, penne pasta, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner for 2 is $25. (cash only). 

Thursday, March 11

Experts Next Door
Virtual Event | 7 p.m.
Get ready for St. Patty’s Day with an evening of craft cocktails. The celebrated team of mixologists at Saratoga Springs’s Hamlet & Ghost will take guests on a tasty trip through cocktail history, share their experiences serving the Saratoga community, and offer tips on home bartending. Registrants will receive a list of ingredients to have on hand so they can mix distinctive and delectable drinks in real time with the best bartenders in town.  Each event requires pre-registration.  Free for SCHC members, $5 for non-members.  Registration is available through SCHC’s website: www.brooksidemuseum.org.  Any questions or inquiries should be directed to Dr. Michael Landis, Public Programs Manager, Saratoga County History Center, at mlandis@brooksidemuseum.org.