July 25 – July 31, 2025
This Week’s Events:
Friday, July 25
Lawn Sale
Old Stone Church, 159 Stone Church Rd., Ballston Spa | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The sale will continue July 26 and August 1, 2, 8 and 9. For more information call the church at 518-583-1002.
2025 Ghost Tours
Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The Canfield Casino, one of America’s Most Terrifying Places, as featured on the Travel Channel and Ghost Hunters. This season’s tours promise to immerse guests in Saratoga’s spectral history with new stories, local legends, and chilling accounts of real paranormal encounters. Hear true tales of hauntings, mysterious events, and the spirits believed to still roam the corridors. From whispered voices to sudden chills, every tour is a chance to connect with the supernatural side of Saratoga’s rich history. Suitable for ages 10 and up. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through August 29. Tickets: Visit https://www.saratogahistory.org/ghost-tours-summer-2025 to reserve your spot.
Moving Wilton Forward: Campaign Kickoff Fundraiser
Artisanal Brew Works, 617 Maple Ave, Wilton | 6 – 8 p.m. Join us for an evening of community and conversation with three candidates for Town Offices in November’s election: Dr. Toni Sturm for Town Supervisor, Joe Keneally for Town Board and Connor Rohan for Town Board. Together they will: Embrace smart, strategic development; Reduce traffic congestion and improve flow; Preserve green space to enhance Wilton’s quality of life; Build safe, connected paths for walking and biking. Hear about their vision, ask questions and share ideas for Wilton’s future. For tickets and information:
Saturday, July 26
Used Book Sale
Galway Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Friends of the Galway Public Library are holding their annual used book sale in the parking lot. There will be something suitable for everyone! Your monetary donation fills your bag! Rain date: August 9. Come out and support the library!
Sunday, July 27
Summer Sunday Stroll: Horsin’ Around North Broadway
Meet: This tour meets in front of Witt Construction, 563 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This stroll will highlight Saratoga Springs’ famed health, history, and horses. Saratoga Springs is home to the oldest sports venue in the United States, the Saratoga Race Course. The connection between horse racing and summer cottages is a long-standing tradition. The cost is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. 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.
Saratoga Summer Concert Series
Congress Park War Memorial, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Rain location is the back covered patio at the Heritage Area Visitor Center, located at 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 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. This week’s concert features Skippy and the Pistons, a timeless local band that is an 8-piece classic rock horn band, celebrating 50 years together! Sit back and enjoy some CCR, Moody Blues and more nostalgic favorites.
Monday, July 28
United States Government 101
Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Become a more informed citizen. The League of Women Voters will present information on how the United States government works, the Constitution, and how the League interacts with our government. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org.
Tuesday, July 29
2025 Grand, Gilded, and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll Walking Tour Season
Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 – Noon. Participants will begin at the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center and stroll through historic Congress Park, concluding with a full tour of the elegant Canfield Casino—including admission to the Saratoga Springs History Museum (a $15 value). The tour takes place every Tuesday – Saturday, until October 18, rain or shine. Tickets are $25 Adults, $10 Youth (12–17) and Children under 12 free. Tickets can be reserved online at www.SaratogaSpringsVisitorCenter.com. For more information, call 518-587-3241.
Wednesday,
July 30
Baby Back Ribs Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: baby back ribs, baked beans, cold slaw, corn bread. $15 (cash only).
Photography Club
Galway Public Library Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. This month, Timothy Prendergast will be sharing on “My Life Experience as a Photographer.” Everyone is welcome to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information, please contact Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com
East Galway Cemetery Association Annual Meeting
Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | 7 p.m. All lot owners, descendants and anyone interested in the cemetery are welcome to attend.
Thursday, July 31
Overhearing History a Revolutionary Saratoga Story
Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 p.m. Join historian and author Anne Clothier for a reading of a new children’s publication Overhearing History a Revolutionary Saratoga Story. Travel back to Revolutionary Saratoga with 12-year-old Nathaniel. Living in his family’s tavern, he overhears exciting, worrying – and sometimes confusing – talk about freedom and big changes coming to his town. This graphic novel, illustrated by Alex Portal, brings Saratoga’s Revolutionary story to life for young readers. After the reading there will be a book signing with the author and the book will be available for purchase.
Concert in the Park
Old Iron Spring Park, 198 Front Street, Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m. This week’s concert features Fenimore Blues. This free, family-friendly event brings live music every Thursday evening from June 26 through August 28, offering a perfect way to enjoy the warm summer nights with friends and neighbors. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Food concessions will be on-site, offering a variety of refreshments.
Upbeat on the Roof
Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m. To mark the museum’s twenty-fifth anniversary year, some of the favorite acts from previous years will return. This week’s concert features The Pine Hills Band. The concerts continue each week through August 21.