The Extraordinary Journey – Adventure Camp 2015
The Saratoga Abundant Life Adventure Camp is a vacation bible school for youth entering Kindergarten through sixth grade. This camp, located at 2325 Route 50, Saratoga Springs, runs for five days starting August 3 and continuing through August 7, from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Event highlights include: opening large group gatherings including dynamic worship, creative object lessons, and lots of laughter; age-appropriate smaller group lessons with an emphasis on experiencing truth and applying it to real life; crafts, games, and sports; refreshments; closing large group gatherings featuring an interactive puppet show; closing day celebration. The registration deadline is July 25. Late fees on registering after July 25th are $10 per child. No registrations once camp has started. For more information visit www.SALChurch.org or call the office at (518) 885-5456.
History, Legends, Lore and More Guided Walking Tour
A 90 Minute Walking Tour concentrates on historic Congress Park and the colorful characters that helped make Saratoga what it is. This guided tour of legends and lore will walk you through history while sipping the famous mineral waters and strolling through the Victorian Congress Park. Tours take place in July and August, each Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tours will take place rain or shine and leave from the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center located at 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. $5.00 per person, children under 12 are free. For more information, contact the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center (518) 587-3241, http://www.saratogaspringsvisitorcenter.com/.
Volunteers Needed
Are you 55 and over looking for a volunteer opportunity? Saratoga County Retired and Senior Volunteer program is looking to recruit kitchen volunteers to assist with serving meals and clean up for the Senior Nutrition Program. Days are flexible with your schedules Monday-Friday. Hours are between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. the meal site is located at the Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga at 5 Williams St. in Saratoga Spring. For more information and details, please call Janet Haskell (518) 884-4110.
Veteran Volunteers Needed
The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association provides military burial ceremonies for all branches of service at the Saratoga National Cemetery. We are always looking for veterans to join us, no matter what branch you served in (male or female); you must have been honorably discharged. You can choose which day of the week (Monday-Friday) that you want to volunteer. For information go to our website www.snchga.com or contact Mark Brockway at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , phone (518) 260-9933 or contact the Cemetery Administration Office 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871, Phone (518)-581-9128.
Elderly Nutrition Program
The Saratoga County Office of the Aging Elderly Nutrition Program is currently distributing the Farmers’ Markets Coupons to those who qualify. Coupons can be picked up at the Office for the Aging at 152 West High Street in Ballston Spa from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Coupons will also be available at the Office for the Aging information events throughout the county at various meal sites. For more information call (518) 884-4100.
Discovery Box Program Volunteers
This mentoring program is designed to help young children improve their reading and understand of what they have read. A Discovery Box is a decorated theme box that includes related books and language and art activities. Using the box, volunteers will work individually with a child, foster a love of books, help raise comprehension levels, and share the enjoyment of reading. We are looking for volunteers for the upcoming school year throughout Saratoga County. Volunteers would go in for about a half hour once a week. Orientation and support will be provided. This is a very rewarding opportunity to participate in. RSVP volunteers are men and women age 55 and older who use their lifetime skills to provide a great range of services to community organizations. If you are interested please contact Janet Haskell at (518) 884-4110.
Operation Adopt a Soldier, Inc. Fundraiser
On Saturday, August 1, Operation Adopt A Soldier, Inc. is having a Golf Tournament Fundraiser at the Airway Meadows Golf Club, 262 Brownville Road, Gansevoort. Registration is $100 per golfer; check-in at 12:30 p.m. OAAS is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to send care packages to deployed soldiers and help veterans here at home. Registration includes 18 holes of golf with cart and Boars Head picnic of meat/cheese platter, hot dogs, burgers, salads, dessert and coffee. There will be prizes, 50/50 drawing, basket raffles, and silent auction. Call Tim at (518) 791-5270 to register or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Old Friends at Cabin Creek 6th Annual Cocktail Party
Old Friends at Cabin Creek & Rosie Napravnik invite you to spend a beautiful night out in Saratoga Springs as we present Jack Knowlton with our “Old Friends” award. Jack is being recognized for his contributions to racing and his support of Old Friends and dignified retirement for all racehorses.
The party will be held at Siro’s located at 168 Lincoln Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY. August 3, 2015 from 6 – 10 p.m. Music, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, cash bar, live auction. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased in advance at: www.oldfriendsatcabincreek.com
EOC 8TH Annual Visión
Visión - a look at life behind the scenes is one of the highlights of the Saratoga racing season, highlighting stirring artwork, fabulous food, a premier setting, and the opportunity to celebrate the many individuals who help make Saratoga special. As the principle fundraiser for the Saratoga County EOC’s Latino Community Advocacy Program, the event will feature an opening reception for new photos to EOC’s black and white photography project “Estamos Aquí” (We are Here). Estamos Aquí is a curated exhibit and ongoing project of the Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. in which Latino immigrants document their everyday lives and present their own photographs in order to share their experiences of living and working in the Saratoga Springs area. Through this inspiring photo collective, a unique insight is provided into the lives of those who contribute so meaningfully to our community.
The 8th annual Visión - a look at life behind the scenes will take place on at the famous Saratoga Race Course in The Rail on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $60. Advance reservations are currently being accepted, though seating is limited. Please contact Kristi Fox (SCEOC) at 518-288-3206 ext. 111 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for reservations.
Tickets are for sale online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1673284.
Annual Cardboard Boat Races
The race will be held on Saturday, August 8, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (rain date August 9) at Fort Hardy Beach, Route 29, Schuylerville. New this year, Firefighters Challenge Race. Hudson Crossing Park presents a family fun day that’s free for spectators, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Best photos opportunities are from noon – 2 p.m. On-site registration and construction for competitors is open from 8 – 11:30 a.m. More information, rules, online pre-registration discounts, and cardboard boat building links are available at www.hudsoncrossingpark.org. This event is sponsored in part by the Erie Canal Way National Heritage Corridor, NYS Canal Corporation, Schuylerville Chamber of Commerce, GE and Stewarts Holiday Match.
Self Defense and Safety Education for Women
Old Friends at Cabin Creek is offering our community a very special workshop designed to give women the skills they need in all phases of life and to be Fearless when confronted with challenges. On August 11, 2015, 9:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. Self Defense and Safety Education for women will be presented by Lady Sensei of New York, Motivational speaker, Martial Arts Expert (Please note this is a physical workshop so wear comfortable clothing and footwear). Also, “I am Fearlessly Me” presented by Christina Beauchemin, Life Coach and facilitator, Laurie Bonser of Changing Times Financial Health, Wellness and Fitness, a farm tour, Saratoga Winery Wine Tasting, Jewelry, Massages, and Skin Care. Cost is $25 per person. Advance tickets can be purchased via PayPal at www.oldfriendsatcabincreek.com as well the day of the event.
Annual Benefit Tournament for Code Blue of Saratoga Springs
Airway Meadows will be holding the annual benefit tournament on Saturday, August 15, 2015 with check-in at 11:30 a.m. The format is an 18 hole, 4-player scramble. Afterwards there will be a BBQ picnic during the awards announcements. There will be prizes for low gross/low net teams and other on course competitions. In addition, there will be a raffle drawing, silent auction and a live auction. Cost is $89 per player and deadline for entry is August 9th. Hole sponsor signs are also available for $60 each. Call Airway Meadows Golf Club at (518) 792-4144 for more information or visit our website www.airwaymeadowsgolf.com.
9th Annual Clifton Park Elks Car, Truck and Bike Show
On Saturday, August 22, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge # 2466 will hold its 9th Annual Car Show. The Lodge is located at 695 MacElroy Road, Ballston Lake, NY. All years and makes of cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. We have over 50 awards to registered vehicles. Fun, Music, 50/50 Raffles, and Great Food. Come see the contestant vehicles. Registration starts at 9 a.m. until noon and awards around 3:30 p.m. Contestant registration is $10; spectators are free. Rain date is Sunday, August 30. For Information call John Harrington @ 518-322-1551 or Mike Bendetti @ 495-0240 or visit the website: http://www.elks.org/SharedElksOrg/lodges/files/2466_Carshowflyer2015.
