Vendors Needed
The Middle Grove United Methodist Church located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., is actively working to grow the success we had from last season’s Greenfield/Middle Grove Farmer’s Market by looking for additional vendors to participate in this season’s marketplace. This runs from June 24 through September 16 from 4 pm to 7 pm. Contact Charles Veeder at 518-421-1798. Cost for the season is $60.
Solomon Northup Scripter Award Presentation
In Support of the current Black History exhibit at Brookside Museum, Melissa Howell, a Solomon Northup descendant, has loaned the Scripter Award, presented on behalf of Solomon Northup by the University of Southern California, to the Saratoga County History Center. The Award honors Northup and recognizes the work of screenwriter John Ridley, who wrote the script for the 2013 movie 12 Years a Slave. Ms Howell will make the presentation and discuss other loaned material related to the film on July 9 at 2 p.m. This is an in-person event that will take place at Brookside Museum, located at 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa.
Secret Gardens Tour
Tickets are on sale now for the 27th annual Saratoga Soroptimist Secret Gardens Tour set for Sunday, July 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year’s gardens include sprawling suburban oases with terraced perennials and pathways, jam-packed havens for backyard pollinators, and tiny hillside hideaways tucked behind a stretch of in-city townhomes. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the tour. Garden descriptions, a map and suggested driving directions are provided with the ticket. Visit www.soroptimistsaratoga.org to purchase tickets online, find locations for retail ticket sales and learn more about Soroptimist International of Saratoga County, a professional women’s service organization whose mission is to improve the lives of women, girls, and their communities.
New Light on Saratoga’s Indigenous Past
Professor Tiro, of Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH is completing a study commissioned by the National Park Service to better understand Saratoga’s Native past. On July 12 at 7 p.m. he will share findings about Saratoga’s origins as a fishing station and religious mission; the Oneida refugees at Wilton during the American Revolution; and Atiatoharongwen, a Saratoga-born Mohawk man of Black and Abenaki parentage whom Washington referred to as a friend. Dr. Tiro is a historian specializing in North America from the16th through the 19th centuries. Thisin-person event that will take place at Brookside Museum, located at 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa.
Saratoga Women in Business Spectacular
July 13-17 The first-ever horse show created by women, operated by women, benefitting women’s causes and showcasing women in business. The one-of-a-kind extraordinary event will be held at White Hollow Farm, 28 Brickhouse Road in Stillwater and is open to all competitors in the equestrian community, spectators, and vendors. Proceeds from this event will fund organizations that support women’s health and emphasis will be made to reach young people and minorities who might not otherwise have exposure to the many career opportunities related to the horse business. For more information, please contact Joanne Yepsen, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 518-526-5272 or Diana Pikulski, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 802-233-5377. www.saratogahorseshows.com.
13th Annual Adirondack Greek Festival
Under-The-Tent Night, Thursday, July 14, 4 – 8 p.m. Gyros & Souvlaki & Pastries only. Friday & Saturday, July 15 & 16, Noon – 7 p.m. Full Festival – Authentic Greek Food, Pastries, Music, Entertainment and church tours. St. George Church, 55 Main Street, South Glens Falls. 518-792-2359, www.sgforthodox.org
3rd Annual Patriot Golf Tournament
Saturday July 23, at Fairways of Halfmoon Golf Course, 17 Johnson Rd, Mechanicville. 9 a.m. shotgun start. 4-person scramble, registration 8 a.m. in clubhouse. $440 per team/$110 per individual includes 18 holes with cart, continental breakfast, lunch at turn and buffet dinner; team and individual prizes! Contacts: Louise Maynard (518-541-3037), This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Jackie Capone (518-649-6709), This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. All proceeds go to Operation-Adopt-A-Soldier. www.operationadoptasoldier.org
In The Groove
Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery presents In The Groove, a solo exhibition by 2021-22 Saratoga Clay Arts Center Artist-in-Resident Lyndee Deal featuring functional works that explore the relationship between body image and notions of taking up too much space. This exhibition will run July 23 - August 20, with an opening reception on Saturday, July 23 from 5-7pm. Details for the exhibition can be found online at www.saratogaclayarts.org.
Market Auction
The Saratoga County 4-H is hosting their first annual Market Auction on Sunday July 24 at the Saratoga County Fair. This year there are 7 youths selling lambs in the auction. Community members and local businesses are invited to come bid at the auction. The bidders are invited for a preview of the sale and registration at 10 a.m. The Market Auction will begin at 10:30 a.m. When purchasing a 4-H animal from the auction, you are getting a high-quality product. Market animals are raised with the utmost care. All animals must be paid for, in full, at the end of the auction. Early bidder registration is available now. Contact Rylie Lear, 4-H Livestock Coordinator, at 518-885-8995 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register or with questions.
5K Trail Series
The Saratoga Stryders Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held at 6:15 PM Monday evenings in August: August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. Registration is day-of only: $30 for all 5 or $5 for each individual race. This is a low-key, fun event topped off by unusual raffle prizes. Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. For more information, call Laura Clark at 581-1278 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.saratogastryders.org.
Acting and Performance Drama Camp
Monday – Friday, August 1 – August 12, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Actors and actresses collaborate as a team to decide whether to write an original script or use existing storylines that they make their own. Through the process campers will develop characters, design a set, choose costumes, rehearse, and perform their work. This program for 11–16-year-olds is led by Malta Artistic Director, Elyse Young, at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr., Malta. Acting exercises, vocal skills, theater games and crafts included. Camp culminates with a performance the last day of camp. Contact Malta Parks and Recreation at 518-899-4411 for additional information or go to www.maltaparksrec.com to register.
Markets at Round Lake
The Markets at Round Lake: Three Markets – Two Days – One Eclectic Village! Come and Celebrate the Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement. August 13 & 14, from Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For one weekend in August, we will be showcasing over 70 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker, Crafter and Artisanal Edibles community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Also featuring Food Trucks, Live Music sponsored by The Mill on Round Lake and a Book Sale. The Markets will be held at the Village Green, 49 Burlington Ave., Round Lake. The profits from the event are solely dedicated to help support the Round Lake Library.
