Fundraiser Take Out
Knights of Columbus #246 will be hosting a Fundraiser Takeout of Italian roasted half chickens on Friday, October 23, from 5 - 8. In addition to the chicken there will be oven roasted potatoes, acorn squash, and a garden salad. The cost of the meal will be $18, and dessert can be purchased for an additional charge. To place your order, call 518-584-8547 on Wednesday, October 21, Thursday, October 22, on the day of the event between 1 and 3 p.m. If the line is busy and/or you get the answering machine, please do not leave a message, as we may not receive it. Just call back in a couple of minutes. Thank you so very much for your continued support of our events.
Saratoga Recycles Day
Keeping it out of the landfill. The event will be held on October 24 in the SPAC parking lot, west side of Route 50, from 9 a.m. until noon. Cost is $5 per vehicle, $20 each for TVs and Monitors (please bring exact change to minimize the handling of money). Find full details at protocols: www.sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/zero-waste/recycles-day
Saratoga Elks Auxiliary Craft & Garage Sale
Our change to the Monthly Sale was a hit last Saturday, so we have decided to have another outside sale on Saturday, October 24 from 11 - 3 p.m. We will hold the sale in the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club parking lot on Elks Lane. Admission is free with over 30 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and friends. We offer household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies, food treats, and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors are signing up every month. An 8-foot table and chair are just $15; call Linda at 518-289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s). All Covid-19 guidelines will be followed; people must wear masks and adhere to socially distancing guidelines. Tables are placed 6 foot apart with ample distancing in front of tables. Rain date: Sunday, Oct. 25.
Ponies, Pumpkins and Pies
On Sunday, October 25, the community is invited to celebrate this beautiful time of year in Saratoga with an afternoon of Ponies, Pumpkins and Pies on a farm tour experience for the whole family. The inaugural event is a collaboration between the Saratoga-based Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and Pitney Meadows Community Farm. Guests will enjoy a short Sunday drive around a winding pasture path full of ponies and preserved farmland. The fun starts at noon and wraps up at 3 p.m. All guests must register in advance and remain in their cars throughout the event. The cost is $10 per car with the option to pre-order local pies and pumpkins. Attendees are encouraged to add to the festive atmosphere by dressing in costume and each child will receive a goodie bag. Link to event page here: www.trfinc.org/event/ponies2020. Link to full release here: www.trfinc.org/ponies-pumpkins-pies.
Pieroghi Sale
Christ the Savior Church, located at 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake is holding a pieroghi sale on Tuesday, October. 27. As usual we will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese pieroghis. Please order soon as we expect the orders to be larger than usual. Please call 518-363-0001.Thank you for your patience at this time of COVID. Please wear your masks when you arrive. We follow all proper procedures for your safety.
Election Day Dinner Postponed
The Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church is postponing it’s annual Election Day Chicken and Biscuit Dinner for one year. The church will still be supporting the School Pantry Program and ask that you consider mailing a contribution to The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York or donating on their website: regionalfoodbank.net/donate-money
Fall Flea Market - Space Available
The Flea Market will be held November 14 at the Elks Lodge, located at 130 Bulson Rd., Greenwich, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the banquet parking lot, rain or shine. Limited spaces available. Call for an application today. You must bring your own set up. Sponsored by the BPOE Elks Auxiliary and proceeds donated back to our community by donations, scholarships, or friends in need. Please contact Donna Blair at 518-692-2347 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Annette Arnold at 518-692-9387 for your application or details.
45th Saratoga Holiday Craft Marketplace
A virtual event on November 14 – 28. Start your holiday shopping with a virtual show on November 14 and culminating with specials offered on November 28 which is Small Business Saturday. Find crafters from previous shows or a discover new ones. These locally handmade items include Art, Quilting, Floral, Holiday Décor, Pottery, Baskets, Fashion, Woodworking, and more. Visit www.saratogacraft.org between November14-28 and click on the link to the show to begin your virtual shopping. All proceeds benefit the Saratoga Center for the Family in their mission to reduce and treat abuse,
neglect, trauma and mental health in our community’s children and families.
