10th Annual Members Exhibition
The exhibit will be held at Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery, located at 167 Hayes Rd., Schuylerville on February 5 – March 5 with an opening reception on Saturday, February 5, 5-7 p.m. Celebrating 10 years with our clay community, this exhibition will feature ceramic sculpture, utilitarian and decorative works. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free. Opening reception is always a wonderful community event, as many exhibiting artists are from the region. The exhibition features a wide range of one-of-a-kind works for sale, from large scale sculpture to wall work and functional pottery. Open daily from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and by appointment. Visit www.saratogaclayarts.org call 518-581-2529 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Mid-Winter Party for a Cause
The Ballston Spa Lions Club is hosting the party at The Hideaway at Saratoga Lake Golf Course, located at 35 Gracemore Rd., Saratoga Springs. It will take place on Saturday, February 5. Tickets are just $10, but there are only 250 available, the proceeds will benefit the Lead the Legacy Capital Campaign. The Downtown Horns will provide dance music featuring great rock songs of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. The band begins at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. The event also includes a cash bar, limited menu, door prizes, and raffles! For tickets call 518-885-8995 or visit: pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=PRTY4ACAUSE_241
Black Experiences in Saratoga County, 1750-1950
The Saratoga County History Center, in partnership with the Saratoga County History Roundtable, is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibit to celebrate Black History Month at Brookside Museum, located at 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa on Saturdays and Sundays from 12-4 p.m. beginning Feb. 6. The expansive exhibit explores the diverse lives of African Americans in Saratoga County from the colonial period through the mid-20th century. Free and open to the public. Donations encouraged. All proceeds will go directly to museum upkeep and public programming. Visit the website www.brooksidemuseum.org and social media accounts @SaratogaCoHistory for news and announcements.
The Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk
The event will be held on Sunday, Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park following COVID protocols. There will be no indoor facilities except for bathrooms. Register online at 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..
First Responder Large Animal Training
Hosted at Upstate Equine Medical Center located at 362 Rugg Rd., Schuylerville. This training was designed for individuals who would be primary contact in an emergency situation; firefighters, police officers, EMT, animal control, etc. However, anyone who would like to know more about handling large animal livestock in emergency situations is welcome. Speakers will be Steve Sedrich, DVM and Tracy Bartick-Sedrish, DVM of Upstate Equine Medical Center and Pandora Davis, VMD of H & N Bovine. The training will be held on February 8 at 6 p.m. To sign up or with any questions contact Nicolina Foti of CCE Saratoga This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-885-8995.
Annual Sweetheart Dinner Dance
The Saratoga/Wilton Elks Ladies Auxiliary is holding their annual Sweetheart Dance on Saturday, February 12; at the Elks Lodge, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs. Cocktails/appetizers from 6-7 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., and entertainment from 9 p.m. - midnight. The popular band GRAVITY will be our entertainment. Raffles will benefit the local CODE BLUE Shelter. Entrée choices: prime rib, stuffed chicken, and eggplant parmesan with bucatini pasta; served with roasted potatoes, tossed salad, roll, and glazed carrots. A cupcake tower with a variety of flavors for dessert. Cost is $35/person. Reservations are first come first serve with limited seating. RSVP: Barb Ash 518-584-0694, cell 518-879-8713 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with entrée choice, number of guests and method of payment. Proof of vaccination is required.
Havurah Vatik February Zoom Event
Author Deborah Tannen will discuss her new book, Finding My Father: His Century-Long Journey from WWI Warsaw – and My Quest to Follow. Deborah’s father, Eli Tannen, came to the US from Poland in 1920. He was a lifelong Zionist and atheist whose Jewish identity pervaded every aspect of his life, which is like a walking tour through 20th century history. Retracing his steps and studying his journals, Deborah has pieced together the puzzles of his life, and she will share with us his fascinating story. Contact Rita Fischer This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Caroline Seligman at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions. Join Zoom Meeting: us02web.zoom.us/j/89744740745?pwd=eGg0Smt6WXQzUmRXMmt6UG1kaWZ1Zz09 Passcode 724095
The Camp Saratoga 8K Snowshoe Race
The event will be held Saturday, Feb. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, following COVID protocols. There will be no indoor facilities except for bathrooms. Register online at 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, Feb. 22-Friday, Feb. 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 Dr, Malta. Students must wear a mask when not performing. For more information, go to maltaparksrec.com or contact Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department at 518-899-4411.
Galway Photography Club
These meetings, held on the last Wednesday of each month, provide a safe, relaxed, and friendly atmosphere for those interested in photography. There will be no January monthly meeting due to increased Covid cases in Saratoga County. Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. at the Galway Public Library, located at 2112 East St., Village of Galway. At this meeting club member Maria Goldsmith will be speaking about photographs from her portfolio. Following CDC guidelines, masks and social distancing are required in the library building, For more information contact: Dave Waite, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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
