Diabetes Support Group Online
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will host an informal support group via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. The program will meet the first Friday of each month, the next meeting will be Friday, August 6th at noon. Individuals can join by contacting Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group.
Big Truck Day
Join us for a great morning of fun on August 7 at 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Maple Avenue Middle School. Come check out some of the coolest big trucks in the area! Enjoy food and treats from your favorite local vendors. Truck Day is a primary fundraiser for the Children’s Museum. Money raised at this event makes it possible for the Museum to offer quality education programs and learning opportunities for children and families throughout our community. Send us a drawing of your best Big Truck. The first 50 applicants receive a FREE PASS to Big Truck Day! This year it’s not a contest, but passes are limited so act soon! Open to all students PreK to 5th grade! You can submit them online at www.cmssny.org/big-truck-day/. You can purchase tickets online, as well.
Cars & Coffee Event
The Town of Greenfield Lions Club will be hosting this free event at the Middle Grove Town Park on August 7, from 8 – 11 a.m. All cars and trucks welcome, even daily drivers. 50-50 raffle, door prizes, fresh coffee, donuts, and Lions Breakfast Sandwiches. Sponsored by Bryan’s Brew. All proceeds will stay in our community in support of Greenfield Lions Youth Programs and Town of Greenfield Youth Rec Programs. If you are interested in sponsoring a door prize for this event, please contact Lion bill Marzano at 518-461-9784 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
10th Annual Fallen Officers Memorial Ride
On Saturday, August 7, join us for a 75-mile ride through 5 counties. The ride will honor Detective Sergeant Randall French, Special Operations Section, Troy Police Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2020 and corrections Officer Joseph A. Martini, Ulster County Sheriffs Department. Cost is $20 per bike & passenger. All vehicles welcome. Registration is at 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Spitzie’s Motorcycle Center, 1970 Central Ave. in Colonie. Awards for best represented Blue Knights Chapter, Best represented Police Motor Unit and best represented Motorcycle Club. Food, drink, 50/50 drawing and raffles will be available at Nanola located on Route 9 in Malta. For more information contact Pat Fox 518-469-9201 or Lou Somma 518-421-2921.
Eleventh Caboose Day and Car Show
Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, and Imports welcome on Saturday, August 14 at The Caboose at King’s Station, corner of Route 9N and Porter Rd., Porter Corners from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tour King’s Station and the restored caboose. Vendors, bake sale, hot dogs, hamburgers, French fries and drinks to benefit The Town of Greenfield Historical Society. Rain or Shine. For information, call Tom Clute at 518-580-0655, Louise Okoniewski at the Town Hall at 518-893-7432 or 518-796-4066.
Reading & Book Signing by Matt Witten
Come to the Ballston Spa Public Library Saturday, August 14 at 11a.m. for a book signing and reading with author Matt Witten. This will be an in-person event in the library’s community room. Join mystery and TV writer, Matt Witten as he presents his new novel, The Necklace. Books will be available to purchase and sign. Mr. Witten lived in Saratoga Springs, where he wrote four mystery novels that were published by Signet, including Breakfast at Madeline’s. Then moved to LA and began writing for TV: Law & Order, House, Pretty Little Liars, CSI: Miami, and other shows. Set partly in Lake Luzerne, The Necklace is his first novel since he began writing for TV. Witten has been spending summers in Lake Luzerne for the past twenty-five years. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required, limit 30. To sign up go to the library, call 518-885-5022 or online at www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-and-reading-with-mystery-writer-matt-witten-tickets-162123723421 Ballston Spa Public Library is located at 21 Milton Avenue (Rt. 50) with its parking lot at the back of the building on Low Street.
The Health, History, & Horses Charity Gala
Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to establish charities in Saratoga & Warren/Washington Counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. The gala will be held on Thursday, August 19 from 6 – 9 p.m. at Longfellow’s Restaurant, located at 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. There will be complimentary beer and wine the first hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket raffle, 50/50 raffle and racetrack t-shirt quilt. Cost is $75 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets can be purchased at www.ladiesofcharitysaratoga.com or contact Yolanda at 518-886-8064. Attire is Summer Festive.
Friday Pop-up Art on Beekman Street
Outdoor art displays with local artists and makers on the lawns and porches of the Beekman Street Art District, Saratoga Springs with refreshments and live music on Friday, August 20, from 5:30 – 8 p.m. shops and galleries open late. Rain late afternoon cancels event.
Summer Lunch Program for Children
This summer during the months of July and August, the First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa will sponsor a Summer Lunch Program for children living in and around the village. Nutritious lunches will be made daily and distributed in seven locations. Volunteers are needed to assemble and distribute the lunches. Anyone who is interested in volunteering in some way in making a financial contribution, or in obtaining an application or a menu can contact the church at 518-885-8361 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or bspabaptist.org. Please help to impact the children of Ballston Spa in a positive way.
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibit
Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area. Please try to visit these venues and support the arts in Southern Saratoga County. For further information about SSAS, please visit: southernsaratogaartist.com. Artist Roberta Moses is exhibiting her art during July and August at the Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. Waterford Library, 117 Third Street, Waterford is hosting artists Jack Morgan, Rebecca Jenkins and Patricia Wade during July and August. Artists William Daisak, David Mayak and Karen Zimmers are exhibiting their art at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Ct, Clifton Park.
