Fish Fry Friday
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will start Fish Fry Friday on January 14 from 4 – 7 p.m. and continue every Friday thru April 15. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Includes but not limited to: fish fry, chicken fry, clam fry, popcorn shrimp, buffalo shrimp, coconut shrimp, scallops, chowder. Dinners are served with your choice of French fries or onion rings, coleslaw and sauce, ask about our extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house or call ahead for takeout. 518-695-3917.
Takeout Chicken “N” Biscuits Dinner
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa, will host a Chicken & Biscuits Dinner on Saturday, January 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. The menu will include chicken and biscuits, salad, peas and carrots and dessert. The cost is two for $25 or $15 each (cash only). Preorder strongly encouraged. To place your order call 518-885-1149, January 13 & 14 between 4 to 6 p.m. or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elks Charities.
Upstate Equine Medical Center Lecture and Clinic
Join us on January 22 from 2 – 4 p.m. for a tour of the new state-of-the-art medical and surgical center. Dr. Steve and Tracy Sedrish will provide a lecture on “What is it like to be a Large Animal Vet.” The youth will participate in hands-on opportunities and an activity. This event is open to the public with no registration needed. If you are a Saratoga County 4-H Member, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to sign up. For more information on the program, please call 518-885-89995. Follow our Saratoga County 4-H Facebook page for more details.
Indoor Craft and Garage Sale
On Sunday, January 23, 11-3 p.m., the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will be held at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane. Admission is free. Over 40 vendors; great parking, bargains galore, and lunch. Household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors signing up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities. 8’ table and chairs $15; call Linda 518-289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s). Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.
Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs
Sponsored by Prestwick Chase with ten educational courses through Zoom as well as eight, in-person, outdoor and classroom offerings. Topics include Introduction to Classical Music, Global Literature, Italian Language, Music, 20th Century Local History, Snowshoeing & Hiking, American Revolution, Journal Writing, Drug Development & the FDA, Mah Jongg, Cooking, Painting, Writing from prompts, Ancient Game of Go, Intro to Taoism, Six Wives of Henry VIII, and much more. Brochures available. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-587-2100 x2390 or go to www.esc.edu/all. Registrations accepted up until the start of classes the week of January 24. Membership $75 (goes through June 30, 2022). Five-week classes $50 each. Spring term to start in mid-April.
The Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk
The event will be held on Sunday, February 6 at 11 a.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park following COVID protocols. There will be no indoor facilities except for bathrooms. Registration can be done online through www.runsignup.com with day-of onsite. A limited supply of Dion snowshoes available to rent for $5 on a first come/first serve basis. For more information about the NE Snowshoe Series visit www.dionwmacsnowshoe.com. Questions? Call Laura at 518-581-1278 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The Camp Saratoga 8K Snowshoe Race
The event will be held on Saturday, February 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, following COVID protocols. There will be no indoor facilities except for bathrooms. Registration can be done online through www.runsignup.com with day-of onsite. A limited supply of Dion snowshoes available to rent for $5 on a first come/first serve basis. For more information about the NE Snowshoe Series visit www.dionwmacsnowshoe.com. Questions? Call Laura at 518-581-1278 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
February Break Drama Camp
For ages 7-13 will run Tuesday, February 22 through Friday, February 25 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The camp will be taught by Malta’s Artistic Director Elyse Young and will include acting skills, vocal techniques, theater games, crafts, rehearsals, and performance of a short play. Camp and performance will take place at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Drive, Malta. Students must wear a mask when not performing. For more information, go online to www.maltaparksrec.com or contact Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department at 518-899-4411.
Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Artist Karen Woodin will be exhibiting at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Her collection titled “A Moment in Time & Place” will be on exhibit during January and February. Karen is an award-winning landscape plein air artist. Artist Jean Skanes is exhibiting in the Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Clifton Park. Jean is a watercolorist who primarily paints landscapes. Stop in and visit these exhibits and support the arts in Southern Saratoga County. For more information on SSAS, visit: southernsaratogaartist.com
