February 7 – 13, 2025
Hoffman Carwash Fundraiser
Show Your Car Some Love this month and support Gateway House of Peace. Car wash vouchers will be on sale for the whole month of February. The vouchers will be emailed directly to you and can be scanned at the car wash! A portion of ticket sales will directly support our mission. Exterior wash: $14, full service wash: $44. Hoffman Car Wash operates 3 Full-Service Facilities in Colonie, Clifton Park, and Latham. http://www.hoffmanhelpinghands.com/fundraisers/GHOP
The 37th Annual Flurry Festival
A multicultural bonanza of music, dance, and song. Held at the Saratoga Springs City Center and other nearby venues on February 14-16. Full or partial weekend tickets can be purchased online through February 7 or throughout the weekend at the door, with discounts available for seniors, under age 26, and military. Scholarship tickets are available for those in need, and children 12 and under are free. Learn more about the 2025 Flurry Festival and view performers and schedules at www.flurryfestival.org.
Genealogy and Local History
Heritage Hunters meet Saturday, February 15, at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville. “The Kathan’s of Saratoga County” will be presented by John Scherer, Town of Clifton Park Historian. Learn about Captain John Kathan (1702-1787), a Scotch Irish settler and Indian trader, who settled with his family in the Sacandaga Valley in 1820. Many offspring of the Kathan families still thrive in Saratoga County today. John Scherer is also Senior Historian Emeritus at the New York State Museum, and author of numerous books related to area history. He is descended from the Kathan’s. The public is welcome. For information, call 518-885-9309.
Showcase Fundraiser
Capital Region Festival of Theaters & Hubbard Hall Theater Company Showcase Fundraiser
Sunday, February 16, 2 – 4 p.m. at Hubbard Hall, located at 25 East Main Street, Cambridge. Join us for this special fundraiser event featuring scenes, songs, and surprises from upcoming productions by local theaters. Celebrate the vibrant theater community of our region while supporting the first annual Capital Region Festival of Theater and the revival of the Hubbard Hall Theater Company, marking the exciting return of community theater to Hubbard Hall. For more information, visit https://hubbardhall.org/event/crft-showcase-fundraiser/
February Break Drama Camp
Join Elyse Young for Drama Camp at the Malta Community Center, located at 1 Bayberry Rd., Malta. For ages 10-15. Activities include acting exercises, theater games, improvisation, vocal techniques, creative movement & dance, character analysis and arts projects! Campers will also rehearse and perform, complete with costumes and set pieces, on the last day of camp. Tuesday – Friday, February 18 – February 21; 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. www.maltaparksrec.com or Malta Park & Recreation 518-899-4411.
Art in Public Places
Various Locations in Saratoga County | Art in Public Places is a Member-Exclusive program featuring art exhibitions online and in various locations around the Capital Region. This program gives local and regional artists an opportunity to showcase and sell their work while exhibiting in publicly accessible spaces. Visit these locations to throughout the area: Friends of the Saratoga Springs Library Café, Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, Saratoga Springs Public Library, Town of Ballston Community Library, Clifton Park Halfmoon Library, Saratoga Springs Train Station, and Country Corner Café. To view online visit www.saratoga-arts.org/Art-in-Public-Places All artworks are for sale and can be purchased online or over the phone at 518-584-4132.
Brookmere Wedding Showcase
Network Saratoga partners with Brookmere, 500 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, in presenting the “Brookmere Wedding Showcase” on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This premier event presents the opportunity for engaged couples to explore Brookmere’s luxurious venue and enjoy stunning displays while connecting with top industry wedding professionals who will offer exclusive planning resources. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited. To register, visit www.brookmere wedding showcase.com A show entrance fee of $10 per person will be collected with online registration prior to the show and a fee of $15 per person will be collected at the door.
Concert of Sonatas
Saratoga Chamber Players celebrates the return of Artistic Director and violinist Jill Levy. She is joined by pianist Margaret Kampmeier for a concert of Sonatas on March 2, 3 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue. The program will include duos for violin and piano by Johann Sebastian Bach, Francis Poulenc and Robert Schumann. Tickets are available at www.saratogachamberplayers.org. Seniors $25, Adults, $30 and Students $20. The concert is supported in part by the NY State Council of the Arts with the support of the NY state Legislature, the office of the Governor and many individual supporters.
Community Rummage Sale
Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church is hosting a Community Rummage Sale, Soup and Chowder Sale on Saturday, March 29, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at 768 Charlton Road, Charlton. If you’d like to make space and get rid of some items not being used, come sell them! Rent a table and space for $15.00. for information or to rent a table/space email: office@charltonfreehold.org or call 518-399-2873. Savory soups and chowder prepared in the church’s kitchen will also be available for sale.
Looking for Unique Vendors & Artisans
Ballston Area Seniors are gearing up for their Annual Bazaar on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Held at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. What is your specialty? Pickles, Relishes, jams & jellies, or any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. We are looking for you to join us. Indoor spaces—8’Wx6’D are $ 30.00 indoor only are (first come, first serve basis and electrical outlets indoor are limited.) Outdoor spaces—12’Wx10’D are $ 25.00. To receive an Exhibit Contract and a Town of Milton agreement contact the Bazaar Vendor Coordinator Sue Heimburg we can e-mail out contracts. Sheim381@aol.com or Call—518-885-8037 / text message