Free Swim Screening
A free swim clinic for competitive high school swimmers, adult swimmers and triathletes will be held at the YMCA West Avenue Branch in Saratoga on January 23 from Noon to 2 p.m. We will assess posture, flexibility and strength of swimmers, as well as provide swim techniques to reduce risk of injury. To register call (518) 580-2450.
The Lost Bird Project - Southern Adirondack Audubon
A documentary film about five North American birds driven to extinction in modern times, at the Saratoga Springs Public Library on January 27 at 7 p.m. For more information call (518) 584-7860 x248.
Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers Association Meeting
The Saratoga Springs Retired Teachers Association will meet on Monday, February 1, at noon at Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Route 9P), Saratoga Springs. Membership is open to retired educators who taught in or now live in Saratoga County. For membership information, call (518) 587-5356.
Women’s Bible Study
Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, Adirondack Christian Fellowship, located at 8 Mountain Ledge in Wilton will be hosting a Women’s Bible Study at 6:15 p.m. The study is titled, “Children of the Day” (1 and 2 Thessalonians) by Beth Moore. For additional information please call Gayle Cohen at (518)587-0623.
Trip to Turning Stone
The Olde Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip to Turning Stone on Wednesday, March 23. Leaving approximately at 6:45 a.m. and return approximately 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. Any questions, please call Mary LaMora at (518) 584-7986 and mail checks to Mary at 19 Seward St., Apt. 16; Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Reservations and money are due by February 17.
The Wesley Foundation Gala – Seventies Style
Celebrate 1970’s style at Saratoga Golf and Polo Club on Saturday, May 21 from 6 – 10 p.m. to raise funds for The Wesley Community - an organization that serves more than 700 Saratoga area seniors and those with long-term disabilities. The night will offer delicious food from Chef John Ireland at Saratoga Golf and Polo Club, décor from Fine Affairs, music from The Refrigerators, classic cars, fondue stations, a sundae bar featuring ice cream from Ben and Jerry’s of Saratoga, a 1970’s themed candy bar, complimentary champagne on arrival, a silent auction and photos against groovy backdrops. Don’t miss this exciting evening to support The Wesley Community’s Spring building renovation. Cocktail party attire is suggested and stylish 70’s attire is also welcome. Last year’s event sold out, so make your reservations soon. Reservations are $125 per person, $200 per couple. Full event details call (518) 691.1420 or online registration are available at www.thewesleycommunity.org/gala.
Trees need Short-Term Volunteers Who Want Long-Term Impact
Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project needs volunteers to help plan and organize its third annual Tree Toga planting day on April 30. Find new purpose during the winter doldrums by volunteering part-time and help leave a legacy of great trees for future generations of Saratogians. Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Volunteer coordinating team. Well organized person(s) with good people skills needed to respond to volunteer emails, track the growing list of planting volunteers, and send occasional group emails. Time commitment: between now and April 30 (but mostly during March and April). Requires regular log-ins. Basic knowledge of Excel a plus, but not required.
Real estate team. Since Sustainable Saratoga owns no real estate, we need people to help find planting locations and to recruit tree hosts for the April 30 planting. Two types of people would be good at this. People who like to explore the city to expand our list of possible planting locations. Second, social people who like to network, to reach out to offer trees to friends, neighbors, and residents who live at desirable planting locations. You may be good at both parts of the job. Time commitment: very flexible hours between now and April 30.
