Auditions for “Mystery Takes Hold”
Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe announces Auditions for a November production of an original show written by Artistic Director, Elyse Young! The show, working title “Mystery Takes Hold” at the Mystery Theater takes place in an old Victorian house that has been converted to a theater where mystery dinner theaters will take place! Auditions are Monday, September 9 and Wednesday, September 11 by appointment only. Rehearsals start Monday, September 23. Performances are Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17 and will take place at the Malta Community Center. For further information or to schedule an audition contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director, Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department, or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-899-4411, ext. 305.
Bible Study for Women
Capital District North - NY Community Bible Study (CBS) holds a day class and an evening group study from September 2019 to May 2020. Day class meets on Wednesdays., 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. at Shen United Methodist Church, located at Rte. 146, Clifton Park. starting September 11. The evening group meets on Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Loudonville Community Church, 374 Loudon Rd. Loudonville: starting September 18. The day class serves women and children (2 years - PreK) and the evening group serves women only. This year’s studies include Philippians, Christian Living (Philemon, 1,2,3 John and Jude) and 1 & 2 Peter. Each starting date is also a Visitors Day, so come and join us! child care is not available on Visitors Days. Register for the day class or the evening group through our local website at capitaldistrictnorth.cbsclass.org, or the national website at www.communitybiblestudy.org.
One Day Bus Trip
Culinary Institute of America (CIA) Wednesday, September 11. Cost is $90/for members, $115/non-members A tour of the famous Culinary Institute of America, followed by a set-menu lunch at American Bounty restaurant. End the day with a tour and tasting at Brotherhood Winery. Sponsored by Saratoga Life - Medicare Products. For more information, call the Saratoga Senior Center at 518-584-1621.
2019 Irish 2000 Festival
Saratoga County Fair Grounds, 162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa. The 23rd annual Irish 2000 Festival returns on Friday, September 13 and Saturday, September 14, offering a unique lineup of Irish music including everything from Celtic punk and jam music to traditional and everything in between. As a result of strong attendance, the festival has added back their Friday night show and local/regional music stage on Saturday. For more information, visit irish2kfest.com.
Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours
Experience the spirit(s) of the gardens, feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth! Share in the spiritual intrigue from the Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors! “Ghosts in the Yaddo Garden Tours” will be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m. September 13 through October 27. Tours do not include the mansion. Docent led tours last approximately one hour and begin at the parking lot, cost is $10/ person. Private docent led tours may be arranged at a date convenient to your group. Contact Yaddo 518-584 -0746 or www.Yaddo.org for more information.
NatureFest
September 14, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (rain date Sunday, September 15) at Moreau Lake State Park. Free fun-filled family day of interactive nature related activities, live animals, information, fun crafts and activities for the kids like birdhouse building, face painting, pumpkin painting and much more. There will also be nature related educational booths, representatives from local parks, rescue organizations, wagon rides and music. Food is available that day as well as a silent auction and tours of the nature center. All donations collected will go to The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit). The Friends of Moreau Lake support the Moreau Lake Nature Center, environmental education classes as well as offering crafts and special events for the park. We are working toward being a Zero-Waste event so BYOB (water bottle and bag). For more information call the park at 518-793-0511, or visit www.Friendsofmoreaulake.org
Downton Abbey Viewing & Tea Party
Come to Ballston Spa Public Library on Saturday, September 14 at 11 a.m. to watch the last episode of the series to re-familiarize ourselves before watching the Downton Abbey movie. Test your Downton Abbey trivia. Light refreshments will be served. Fancy frocks suggested but not required. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Limit 25. Call 518-885-5022 or stop in to reserve your spot. Ballston Spa Public Library is located at 21 Milton Ave. (Rt. 50) with its parking lot on Low Street. For more information, please call or visit bspl.sals.edu.
Riches or Rubbish: Antique Appraisal Show
Antique expert Mark Lawson will be doing an evaluation of antiques and other items of interest at the Malta Community Center. This special event will take place on Saturday, September 14 from 10 a.m. - Noon. Everyone will get to hear the appraisal/evaluation of each interesting item. Pre-register to bring an item to be appraised or come to watch. Register early. To register visit www.MaltaParksRec.com or call 518-899-4411 for more information.
Pet Wellness Event Fundraiser
Pet Lodge of Saratoga is having our first ever wellness event, a trilogy of information all geared towards our loved one’s health and wellness. Raffle Tickets are being sold on premises for items donated by Tiffany’s custom pet dishes, Emily Marchesiello art and Pet Lodges. Winners will be selected on site by Hannah from Hannah’s Hope Fund. There will be animals for adoption from the Saratoga County Animal Shelter and Pet Lodge will be offering perks for anyone who adopts a pet that day. Saratoga CBD will be on hand to give a workshop explaining the ins and outs of CBD and we will have numerous other products for your pets needs. Funds raised will benefit the Saratoga County Animal Shelter and Hannah’s Home Fund. Pet Lodge of Saratoga is located at 3320 S Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call 518-430-2021.
Havurah Vitik
The event will take place on September 17 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Our guest speaker is Saratoga resident Jennifer Roy, author of numerous children’s books. Jennifer uses historical events and personal history to bring young readers closer to the realities of life for Jewish children during World War II. A catered lunch follows the program. Bring along a friend. Please RSVP by September 11 518-584-8730, ext. 4.
3rd Annual Nick’s Ride to be Healed
Registration is open for the 100-mile scenic motorcycle ride to the Adirondacks on Saturday, September 21, beginning at 4 Avis Drive in Latham. Register online at www.fighttobehealed.org or on the morning of the event at 8:30 a.m. (kickstands are up at 9:30). Following the ride will be a family friendly event with a pig roast, fun, raffle, games, music from the Back 40 Band and the Albany County Sherriff’s Child Safe Program. $30 per rider with passenger, $20 for single riders, and $20 for BBQ only (all children and Melodies Center Families are free for the BBQ - must register). Register today! More information on Facebook page @NicksRideToBeHealed.
Jim Allen’s Famous Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
The BBQ will be held on September 22 at 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, located at 15 Maplewood Parkway. Cost of meal is $12 which includes: 1/2 chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, dessert and beverage. Take-outs, eat in, playground for the children. Pre-sale tickets are available at our church office from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Tickets also available for purchase from Church Members. For more information call the church office at 518-793-1152.
Join the Cub Scouts
Join us at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 26 at the Dorothy Nolan Elementary School Cafeteria to learn more about joining Cub Scout Pack 4024. Any interested families may come to learn more and register. We are enrolling boys and girls in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade.Contact Stacey Wells at Pack 4024 for further information at 518-583-2225.
Unique Vendors and Artisans Wanted
Ballston Area Senior Citizens are gearing up for their Annual Bazaar, held on Saturday, September 28 at Milton Community Center, located at 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. What is your specialty, pickles and relishes, jams and jellies, breads and homemade bake goods? Any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. First come bases until September 20. For an Exhibit Contract and Town of Milton agreement, and pay to reserve your space, please contact Sue Heimburg at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call/text Sue at 518-885-8037.
Seeking Antiques Vendors
The Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420 and the Academy for Lifelong Learning in Saratoga Springs have teamed up to present their Antique Show/Flea Market and Appraisal Day. The show is on Saturday, September 28, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the VFW pavilion at 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs. Vendor spaces are 12x12’ for $35. Contact Jeff Shinaman for a vendor application and for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-587-2100, ext. 2390. The event features 20+ spaces in the pavilion and on the lawn for antique and flea market vendors. Appraisals will be offered by professional appraiser George Heigel. Admission is free. Appraisals are $10 or three items for $25. There is plenty of parking for this rain or shine event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Proceeds to support the VFW 100th year anniversary celebration and Academy for Lifelong Learning programs.
14th Annual Angel Names Association Memorial Walk
The walk will be held on Saturday, September 28 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs. Registration begins at Noon and the walk will follow at 1:15 p.m. There will also be a Non-denominational Memorial/Flower Ceremony @ 3:45 pm. The day includes children’s activities, light refreshments and prizes. Everyone is welcomed to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of pregnancy loss and infant death. For additional information, visit www.angelnames.org or contact Michelle Mosca at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival
Hosted by Bikeatoga at Skidmore College, Gannett Auditorium, 815 N. Broadway in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, September 28. A 5:30 p.m. Happy Hour for $35 (advance sales only) includes Film Festival admission plus two drink tickets and a great selection of hors d’oeuvres. The Film Festival begins at 7 p.m. Cost for the festival only is $15 in advance or $20 at the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Raffle tickets on sale until intermission. Prizes from local merchants. Buy your tickets now at https://bikeatogaff.brownpapertickets.com.
10th Annual Nick’s Run to be Healed 5K
Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation in conjunction with the Honsinger Family is proud to announce its 10th Annual Nick’s Run to be Healed 5K on Sunday, September 29 at the Clifton Commons in honor of Olivia DeWitt and JP Honsinger. A Kids’ Run, a 2-mile walk, a 5K Run, a Zumba warm-up, a Kids’ Carnival, and more! NFTBHF was started in memory of Nick Cammarata, who passed away in October 2008 from leukemia. Day of registration starts at 10 a.m. and dri-fit shirts will be given to those who pre-register by September 6. Pre-registration ends on Wednesday, September 25, price is $25 ($30 on the day of event). Register at www.fighttobehealed.org .
Upstate Model Railroaders Display
Sunday, September 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Upstate Model Railroaders will have their G-Scale layout on display and running at Taste of the North Country in Glens Falls City Park. Taste some of the best food the region has to offer from area restaurants and bring the kids to see the trains. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Come see what our club is all about and enjoy the love of trains.
