March 7 – 13, 2025

Friday, March 7

Pallete of Perspective Exhibition

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 3 – 5 p.m.  Opening Reception – Artwork by Galway Central High School seniors John Budris, Riley Kress, and Xavier Ottati will be on display.  Subject matters ranging from observational drawings and traditional landscapes to abstract experimentation, musical influences and even WWII inspired pieces will be shown. Refreshments available for all to enjoy.  The artists will be present to answer questions about their work.  The artwork will be on display at the library for the entire month of March.

Saturday, March 8

Genealogy Day 

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 10 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. A full day of engaging speaker sessions and a hands-on workshop.  Ask questions and practice your skills—everything you need to make progress on your family history journey. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Free Lunch

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

Free Children’s Opera 

Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa | 2 p.m. Opera Saratoga presents the children’s opera Frida Kahlo and the bravest Niña in el Mundo. Most performances are free!  This interactive children’s opera is about Mariana, a young girl living in Mexico City in the late 1940s, who has her portrait painted by the renowned artist, Frida Kahlo. Though initially frightened, Mariana is emboldened and charmed by Kahlo, the animals in her household, and a visit by the exuberant artist Diego Rivera. Perfect for children ages 5 – 11. For more information and other dates and locations, visit OperaSaratoga.org.

Man of Fire: William Tecumseh Sherman in the Civil War

NYS Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. Author and historian Derek Maxfield examines the life and career of General William Tecumseh Sherman in his book, “Man of Fire: William Tecumseh Sherman in the Civil War”.  Books available for purchase and signing by the author. Admission to the presentation as well as the museum is free to the public.

Ballston Area Seniors Dance

Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 7 – 10 p.m. Peaceful Country Band will be playing. Dance is open to the public. Adults only. Donation $7. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

Sunday, March 9 

Drop-In Craft: Balloon Drum

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 1 – 3 p.m. Stop by the Children’s Room to color and assemble your own small drum. Free admission. No registration required. 

Monday, March 10

Nature on the Move

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10:30 a.m. – 12 Noon. Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards those with basic fitness levels and is for ages 16 and above. Register at www.wiltonpreserve.org

Tuesday, March 11

Identity Theft Prevention for All Ages 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 3 p.m. The library will host the program presented by the NYS Division of Consumer Protection.  Learn how to protect your personal information both online and offline.  This workshop has important tips on how to protect your identity, money, and credit.  Please register by calling the library at 518-882-6385.

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Meeting

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road Saratoga Springs |5:45 – 6:30 p.m.  Court McLaughlin #422 will hold its monthly meeting. Members will gather at 5:45 for a recitation of the Rosary, followed by refreshments and fellowship until 6:30 p.m. when the business meeting begins.  Please note that this month’s meeting is on March 11 rather than the usual date of first Tuesday of the month…due to Mardi Gras. If you have any questions, please contact Regents Dawn Weber   518-226-5641 or email CDA422Saratoga@gmail.com.

Local Magicians Meet

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 on the second Tuesday of the month.  We welcome all people, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening.  For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: WWW.SAM24.SYNTHASITE.COM.

Wednesday, March 12

Moonlight Hike

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 7 – 8 p.m. Are you interested in seeing the Preserve at night? View nature in a new light, as we walk the trails in moonlight. An unforgettable experience for all ages! These walks are made possible with the support of Brookfield Renewable. Register at www.wiltonpreserve.org

Corned Beef and Cabbage 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: Corned beef & cabbage, potatoes, carrots, roll. $15 (cash only). 

Green Drinks!

Whitman Brewing Company, 20 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. Green Drinks! 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.

Green Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/green-drinks-17/

Let’s Talk Ticks: What Every Livestock Producer Needs to Know

50 West High St., Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. In person and a live Zoom webinar event. Joellen Lampman, Community IPM Extension Support Specialist from the NYS Integrated Pest Management Program will discuss what we know about the impacts of ticks and tick-borne diseases on livestock in New York, steps being taken to learn more, and what we might do to mitigate risks for our stock and ourselves. Attendees will receive a Don’t Get Ticked New York kit for their farm. Kits contain tick removal equipment and identification cards. To register for this event: Email Robin: rc926@cornell.edu. Call: 518-885-8995. 

Let’s Talk Ticks

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 West High St., Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. In person and live webinar event. Let’s Talk Ticks: What Every Livestock Producer Needs to Know – speaker will be via zoom. Joellen Lampman, Community IPM Extension Support Specialist from the NYS Integrated Pest Management Program will discuss what we know about the impacts of ticks and tick-borne diseases on livestock in New York, steps being taken to learn more, and what we might do to mitigate risks for our stock and ourselves. Attendees will receive a Don’t Get Ticked New York kit for their farm. Kits contain tick removal equipment and identification cards. To register for this event: Email Robin: rc926@cornell.edu or call 518-885-8995.

Thursday,
March 13

Academy for Lifelong Learning Open House

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs | 2 – 3:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. No reservations required. Sponsored by Prestwick Chase. Come & discover what the Academy is all about, hear from course leaders about 15 spring courses for retired seniors starting in April, learn about upcoming events, meet fellow seniors, socialize, register. Snacks and light refreshments will be served. Raffle. Be the first to see the spring course catalog that will be posted later that day at www.allsaratoga.org. Find hard copies at local libraries, retirement communities, and senior centers. 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 call 518-290-6988.