Dan Provost Memorial Walk
Dan Provost lived his entire life in Saratoga Springs and passed away in 2014, at age 23, as a result of a drug overdose. The Memorial Walk is to remember lives taken too soon, raise awareness of addiction, educate the community about recovery services, and celebrate those living in recovery. On Saturday, Oct. 5 a 1.5-mile family-friendly walk around the Skidmore Campus will take place. Registration, games and activities begin at 10 a.m. Walk at 11 a.m. Suggested individual donation of $10 and family donation of $20. Proceeds of this event benefit area recovery and education programs, Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga (RAIS) and the Healing Springs Recovery Community & Outreach Center. Register at www.zippyreg.com?event=1274. Facebook Event Page: Dan Provost Memorial Walk.
Artisan & Wellness Fall Fest
Join us for our inaugural two-day fall festival on Oct. 5 - 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Lakota’s Farm in Cambridge. Live music, local artists, crafters, distilleries, wineries and food trucks. Cost of admission is $1. There will be chair massages, Shaman, Reiki, Intuitive mediums, eco-friendly and holistic living practitioners. Bring non-perishable food items or gently used coats and boots for donation. Silent auction to benefit Cambridge Co-Op.
Food Vendors Needed
Town of Malta Parks & Recreation is seeking food vendors for the 1st Annual Malta Cultural Arts Festival on Oct. 5. This new event, featuring Alex Torres and his Latin Orchestra and Asian Chinese Dance Troupe, celebrates cultural diversity in Malta and surrounding areas. The festival will take place at the Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Malta on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 518-368-3987 for additional information.
“Nature’s Sweet” Luncheon
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 8, from Noon to 2 p.m. at Longfellows Restaurant, Rt 9P, Saratoga Springs. Special Feature: Uncle Pat’s General Store. Back by popular demand, Uncle Pat and daughter Gina will talk about their honey and maple syrup “crops” and have their products for sale. Speaker: Liz Ringwald from Lee Center will speak about: “I Remember MaMa.” Reservations by Oct. 3. For reservations call Ellie at 518-584-3779 or Anita at 518-583-4043. Menu choice: Chicken Marsala or Eggplant Roulades. Cost is $19 inclusive. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women’s Connection.
SSHS Class of 1969 Reunion
Join the fun Oct. 11 – 14. For more information visit facebook.com/saratogaspringsclassof1969, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Mark at 518-421-1893.
Falling Leaves 5K Run
The Falling Leaves 5K Run and Kids Fun Run will be on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. in Ballston Spa. Registration by Oct. 9 is $25 and day of race is $30. Run begins and ends at Kelley Park. Registrations can be made at Active.com or by sending a check to the Ballston Spa United Methodist Church at 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa. For more information and registration forms: www.ballstonspaumchurch.org/falling-leaves-5k-run.html.
Trip to Italy Presentation
The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library are headed to Italy in Oct. 2020! Join group leader Rhona Koretzky Forman and a group of 18-24 fellow travelers us as we explore the cities and hill towns of Umbria and Tuscany. We begin our journey in Rome and end in Florence, stopping along our way in Orvieto, Assisi, Spoleto, Bevagna, Volterra, Siena and more. The trip departs on Oct. 2 and returns on Oct. 13, 2020. The price of $5299 per person double occupancy includes all touring, round trip air, travel insurance, daily breakfast and lunch or dinner most days. There will be a slide show presentation on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 6 p.m. in the Susman Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. All are invited to learn about this exciting trip. For more information or to RSVP (appreciated, but not necessary), please contact Rhona at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 518-505-1303.
70th Anniversary of the Ballston Spa Lions Club
Celebrate “The 70th Anniversary of The Ballston Spa Lions Club” on Saturday October 12, at the Ballston Spa Country Club, 1366 Amsterdam Road (Route 67), Ballston Spa. Family members and guests are also invited. Dress is business attire. Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m. Dinner and program at 7 p.m. Cost is $30 per person. Please R.S.V.P. by October 1. Please mail check to: “Ballston Spa Lions Foundation, Inc.”, P.O. Box 242, Ballston Spa, New York 12020.
17th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show
Held Sunday, October 13 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Front St. in Ballston Spa. Front Street will be blocked off from Milton Avenue past the Old Iron Springs to accommodate car exhibits and vendors. In addition to food and merchandise vendors, the show will again feature a “Kids Zone”, located by the Old Iron Springs, which will feature free children’s activities. The event is free to spectators. Please feel free to contact the Car Show committee at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.ballston.org for details.
The Petite Retreat
The Petite Retreat is an annual event that brings Capital Region families together for an exciting day of learning and exploring the world of parenting - from pregnancy to preschool. Event attendees can look forward to attending over 15 educational workshops, meeting with local parenting experts including doulas, midwives, lactation counselors, and more, as well as shopping for the hottest products for mom and baby. It will be held at The National Museum of Dance in Saratoga Springs on Sunday, October 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ticket price of $25 includes admission for two people, a reusable tote bag full of products samples and special offers, and access to all educational workshops taking place at the event. Attendees get to make connections with local experts and specialists including doulas, midwives, pediatricians, chiropractors, infant safety experts, get tips on baby wearing, and shop for the hottest products for new moms and babies. To learn more about The Petite Retreat or for ticket information, please visit www.TPRToga.com or call us at 518-338-7304.
23rd Annual Autumn Jewels Art Show
To be held in October at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park. Sponsored by the Southern Saratoga Art Society and open to all area artists. Entries will be judged, and prizes awarded in both fine arts and photography. Entries must be received by September 20 and mailed to the address on the website Entry Form. A reception for all artists, family and friends will be held on Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. For rules, entry fees and forms visit the website: southernsaratogaartist.com.
SIS Open House
Come see us on October 19 at 10 a.m PreK through Middle School. We offer: rigorous academics, small class sizes, specials for all grades – Spanish, art, music, technology, and physical education, after school clubs and sports, scholarships and financial aid available, before and after care programs. 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. For more information call 518-583-0841 or visit, www.siskids.org.
Fall Fest Music Night
Enjoy an evening of fun and music on Saturday, October 19, with eight performers and a special guest, the legendary Adirondack Folk Musician Dan Berggran. Doors open at 6:30 PM for wine, cider, and desserts. Music begins at 7:15 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, located at 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Cost: $15 per person; $40 per family. Tickets may be purchased uusaratoga.org/fallfest.
Arts, Crafts, and Gift Fair
The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation announces the Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts, and Gifts Fair as Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. – 3p.m. Crafters and artisans of handmade items are being sought and vendors of manufactured merchandise will be considered on a juried basis for this lovely event at the Malta Community Center, located at 1 Bayberry Drive in Malta. Booth fees are $50 until August 31 and $60 thereafter. Call 518-899-4411 or visit www.MaltaParksRec.com for a show application.
2019 Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair
The fourth annual Green Fair or Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair will be held on Saturday, November 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Sage College Armory,130 New Scotland Ave. Albany. Enjoy one-stop shopping with information, services and products related to living in harmony with our earth. It is free and open to the public with ample, accessible parking and great roadside visibility. It is sponsored by Community Advocates for a Sustainable Environment, a local grassroots group. This is the largest indoor/outdoor environmental Fair in the Capital Region. At the Fair, meet for profit and nonprofit exhibitors, listen to speakers on a variety of environmental topics while enjoying vegan friendly food and drink. It is a “zero waste” event using compostable products. Last year, there were a record fifty-three exhibitors and 23 workshop presenters. If you are interested in being an exhibitor, call 518-781-4686.
Vendors Wanted for 2019 Annual Artisan’s Market
A juried, month long market, for local vendors of hand-made goods. Vendors set-up their displays and Brookside handles all sales and taxes. The Market is open the public from Saturday November 30 through December 23 during museum hours.Every year we have hundreds of people come to the Artisan Market who want to purchase unique, locally made items. For more information, contact Beth Silvestri:Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Call: 518-885-4000 Tuesday’s - 1 pm - 4 pm, Thursdays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6 Charlton Street, Ballston Spa.
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Monthly meetings of SSAS are held the 4th Monday of the month at Clifton Park Senior Community Center at 6:30 p.m. Ellie Prakken will demonstrate an abstract in acrylics. The public is invited to all meetings. Local artists and SSAS members are currently exhibiting throughout the area. Visit these venues and support art in southern Saratoga County. Glen Eddy, 1 Glen Eddy Drive, Schenectady, showing the works of Rebecca Jenkins and Patricia Wade during August and September. Burnt Hill Library, 2 Lawmar Lane, Burnt Hills, will be hosting Jane Morrison, Jean Skanes and Frank Coletta during September and October. Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main St., will show the works of Carol Winterton during September and October. Catskill-Hudson Bank, 2452 State Rt. 9, Malta, is hosting artist William Currey for September and October.
Transportation Drivers Needed
RSVP- Retired Senior Volunteer Program, helps recruit volunteers age 55 and older for many opportunities throughout Saratoga County. We are currently looking for Transportation Drivers to take seniors to and from medical appointments. We provide the vehicle, gas, and trip details with directions. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity or hearing about the MANY other volunteer opportunities, please call Billie Jo 518-884-4110.
Tax Assistance Volunteers
TaxAide, the free income tax assistance program sponsored by the AARP Foundation and the IRS, is seeking volunteers for the coming tax season. Volunteers answer questions, prepare and file returns for low to moderate income taxpayers and seniors from February 1 to April 15 at various sites in the Capital District. Volunteers typically participate one day per week, with flexible schedules to accommodate volunteer availability. No experience required, but computer experience is helpful for tax counseling. Volunteers who do not wish to prepare returns are also needed to greet taxpayers and confirm appointments. Training is provided for all positions. Volunteers may be reimbursed for a moderate level of necessary travel expenses. For more information on how you can join our team in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties contact Communications Coordinator Gail Carroll, 518-541-3173 at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For further information, visit www.nytaxaide.org
