Thursday, 12 January 2023 12:00

January 13 - January 19, 2023

The Art of Puppetry with Lita Carbone

Our future puppeteers will learn how to develop characters and explore how to make a puppet come to life for an audience. Two sessions: Ages 9-11 on January 21 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Ages 12-18 on February 4 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. $50 class fee includes materials required to make your own puppet. More information can be found on the website under Classes and Workshops, saratogachildrenstheatre.org/classes-workshops. 

The Saratoga Room

A Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County talk on January 21, by recently appointed Saratoga Room archivist, Michelle Isopo. Isopo talks about how Saratoga Room houses the Local History Collection of the Saratoga Springs Public Library. Besides the usual items genealogists would anticipate finding there, such as shelves of city directories and microfilmed issues of 19th century Saratoga newspapers, the collection offers unexpected resources. Isopo will discuss these lesser-known items, such as the assortment of scrapbooks on the old Hawley Home for Children. The meeting is at the Town of Saratoga’s Town Hall, 12 Spring Street, on the corner of routes 29 and 4 in Schuylerville. 

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser

Join us on January 22 from 1 – 5 p.m. at the VFW post 420 located on 190 Excelsior Ave., in Saratoga Springs. On the menu for this epic fundraising event: one half wood-fired smoked chicken with side of BBQ sauce, roasted potatoes, Cole slaw and cornbread. All for $16. Feed a family of four for $60 (save $4). Cash and checks only please, eat in, or take out. Pre-orders appreciated, but not necessary. Call the post at 518-584-9686 Wednesday – Sunday after 3 p.m. or text 518-796-4066. Open to the public. Post members come on out! Looking for new members. 

An Afternoon with Town Historian Rick Reynolds

Join us for an informative and interactive presentation by the knowledgeable and always entertaining Town Historian Rick Reynolds as he tells us about the roles Our Lady of Grace, a Catholic Community, has played in the local community over its 100-year history. It will be held on Sunday, January 22, at 2 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace, located at 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake. This event is part of a series celebrating the Parish Centennial. The public is invited to join the members of the parish for this event. Light refreshments will be served after the presentation. Cost: Free will donation. Contact Pat Parker at 518-441-2450 with questions.

Thymly Herb Garden Group Monthly Meeting 

Monday, January 23 at 10 a.m. at the 4-H Training Center, located at 556 Middleline Rd, Ballston Spa. Our presenter will be David Waite. His presentation is titled, Exploring the Wilderness by Water and Trail. Dave is a nature and fine arts photographer and the images he creates express his personal creativity and unique view of nature. Following the presentation there will be refreshments, a meeting and an Herb of the Month talk by a member. Dues for the year to join the Thymly Herb Group is $20. New members are always welcome. Please RSVP with questions or to let us know you will be joining us. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Saratoga History Happy Hour 

Real Life Crime is the focus with Waterford Historian Russ VanDervoort and SCHC Director of Education Anne Clothier. These true crime stories prove that sometimes real life is a lot darker than fiction. This is an SCHC Member Event that will take place on January 26. The event will include questions and answers and an opportunity to participate in a trivia contest. Tickets are $15 and come with a craft beer or non-alcoholic beverage. Tickets are required brooksidemuseum.org/2022/12/saratoga-history-happy-hours/. The program is at The Real McCoy Beer Company which is located at 28 Washington St., Ballston Spa.

Learn to Speedskate 

Learn to speedskate with legendary Saratoga Winter Club! Four training sessions and one skate session with the club. Dates: January 26 and 31, February 2, 7 and 9. Times: 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Learn basic speedskating techniques on and off ice. $50 individual fee or $90 per family of 2 covers instruction, skate rentals (if available) and US Speedskating required insurance (additional family members $15 each). Proper safety equipment must also be purchased ahead of time. Skaters must be able to stand on skates, move forward and stop. See flyer for more info! Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-430-7600 to pre-register.

Experts Next Door

The Saratoga County History Center (SCHC) announces a virtual presentation by Dr. Eliga Gould on the Global War for American Revolution. Dr. Gould will participate in the History Center’s popular virtual speaker series “Experts Next Door.” At 7 p.m. on January 31, Dr. Gould will explain the global war for American independence and the role played by the battles of Saratoga in 1777. This is a virtual program presented on Zoom. Dr. Eliga Gould is a Professor and Chair of the Department of History at the University of New Hampshire. The event, set to take place on Zoom, is open to the public. It’s free, donations are highly valued. To register, visit brooksidemuseum.networkforgood.com/events/51224-end-21

Chocolate Fest

The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association is excited to announce our 8th Ballston Spa Chocolate Fest, on Friday, February 3 from 4 -8 p.m. We are currently announcing sponsorship opportunities as well as a call for Chocolate Chef entries. Area restaurants, bakeries, and chefs are all welcome to compete to showcase their talents and tastes by preparing small, sample-sized chocolate offerings in 3 categories: Dessert (Sweet), Savory, and Chocolate Beverage. These treats will be judged by Chocolate-fest goers. While savoring chocolate treats, visitors will enjoy a variety of First Friday activities going on throughout the Village, including live music, artist demonstrations and special promotions just in time for Valentine’s Day. A complete list of events can be found at Ballston.org. 

Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk

To be held on Sunday, February 5 at 11 a.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Winterfest will be held outdoors opposite the Administration Building. Bathrooms in Wired Coffee Shop. Camp Saratoga 8k Snowshoe Race will be held on Saturday, February 11 at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at 10:30 a.m. May have an indoor facility for this one depending on COVID. It there is no snow, and is at all possible, we may have a trail race instead. Go to www.saratogastryders.org to download an application or link to online registration at www.runsignup.com. A limited supply of Dion Snowshoes will be available at a $5 rental charge. Email Laura Clark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve a pair or phone 518-581-1278. For information about the entire Dion Snowshoe Series and for snow updates visit www.dionwmacsnowshoe.com

February Break Drama Camp with Elyse Young

Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department announces February Break Drama Camp for ages 10-15 will run Tuesday, February 21 through Friday, February 24 from10 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. For more information, go online to www.maltaparksrec.com or contact Town of Malta Parks and Recreation Department at 518-899-4411.

A Winter Concert: Return of the Duos

Saratoga Chamber Players is pleased to announce a winter concert on Saturday February 25, at 3 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, in Saratoga Springs. The program will bring together Jill Levy, violinist, and Artistic Director, with Margaret Kampmeier, pianist. With music spanning four centuries, treat yourself to the Classical sweetness of Franz Schubert, the contemporary Turkish delight of Kamran Ince, the modern French birdsongs of Olivier Messiaen and the passionate, modern inventiveness of Richard Strauss. Tickets are $20-$30, available at the door or on the website. For more information visit www.saratogachamberplayers.org

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