Thursday, 31 March 2016 16:07

April 1st


Conservation through the Lives of Adirondack Loons 

On Saturday, April 9, Dr. Nina Schoch will present “Conservation through the Lives of Adirondack Loons” at the Saratoga Springs Public Library on 49 Henry Street in Saratoga Springs. The presentation provides an overview of the Common Loon’s natural history and behavior and the conservation efforts of the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation. The event starts at 2 p.m. in the Harry Dutcher Community Room and is free to the public. This program is sponsored by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society. For more information, visit www.southernadirondackaudubon.org


Spring Cleaning? Donations Needed

 Donations of used household items (excluding clothing and electronics) are needed for the Milton Grange’s annual garage sale on April 9. Proceeds from the garage sale are used to support programs in the community including the ECHO Food Pantry and vegetable plants for Head Start students. Please call Tony at (518) 584-8550 to make donation arrangements.


Taste of Ballston Fundraiser for BSEF

The Ballston Spa Educational Foundation is celebrating its 20 year anniversary with its Taste of Ballston event on Monday, April 11, 2016. This will be at the Ballston Spa High School from 6 to 8 p.m. Taste tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door, and $10 for kids 12 and under. Check out www.bspaedfoundation.com.Tickets are still available for purchase for the Taste of Tuscany raffle. You could win a trip for two to Italy!  Drawing will be at the Taste of Ballston event.


Havurah Vatik April Event

Mary Sanders Shartle, poet, fiction and essay writer joins us to explore, in discussion and practice, why and how to share these stories on April 19, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Mary’s novel about a woman living alone in the Adirondacks, The Truth and Legend of Lily Martindale, published in 2014, has won a number of prizes. Mary teaches memoir-writing workshops all over Saratoga County.  Of her novice-writer attendees, Mary says that many, though not all, are seniors, and that “some are shy, some ebullient and all are interesting.”  That means you, too.  A catered lunch will follow. RSVP by April 13; call the Temple Sinai Havurah Vatik reservation line at (518) 584-8730, ext. 4.  11am - 1pm


Unique Approach to Healthcare

Sarah LoBisco, ND, naturopathic doctor and functional medicine practitioner to present on new book highlighting a unique approach to healthcare.  In celebration of the recent release of her new book,  BreakFree Medicine: A Systematic and Integrated Guide to Balancing Your Body, she will be presenting at One Big Roof, A Center for Mindful Practices, on April 23. One Big Roof is located at 538 Maple Ave. (Route 9) in the Saratoga Health & Wellness Building (Across from Maple Ave. Middle School, Saratoga Springs). The event will take place from 4 - 5 p.m.  Admission: $5 donation requested to cover expenses. 


Donny Elvis Fundraiser

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court McLaughlin #422, will present Donny Elvis on Saturday, April 23, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for the show and can be purchased at the door. Food will be available for purchase and there will also be a 50/50 Raffle and Chinese Auction. Proceeds are to benefit Mary’s Haven and Gateway House of Peace. Questions or information, contact Aileen Thomas @ (518) 583-2905. 


Sustainable Saratoga’s 3rd Annual Tree Toga

Tree Planters & Tree hosts needed.  Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project has scheduled its 3rd annual TREE TOGA planting effort for the morning of Saturday, April 30.   Volunteers like you are the key to the success of this annual event.  With your help, we can grow a green legacy that will benefit our great city for decades to come.   TREE PLANTERS (a great family activity).  Have fun being part of a horde of tree planters by volunteering from about 9 a.m. - noon on the morning of Saturday, April 30.   TREE HOSTS (get a FREE TREE at your house).  Volunteer to host a street tree in front of your house.  Enjoy nurturing the young tree for the first two years, especially by keeping it watered during hot dry spells.    

In 2016, we are excited to be planting twice the number of trees that we did in the past two years.  As in the past, we will plant 25 trees funded from the City’s DPW tree budget. This April, however, we will also be planting 25 additional trees, funded by donors who have given generously to the tree fund of Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project.  To volunteer, or if you have questions, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 


Burnt Hills Oratorio Society - Call for Singers

If you love to sing, come join The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society, which rehearses Tuesday nights, 7 p.m. at the Burnt Hills/Ballston Lake High School choral room. BHOS is a friendly group that welcomes all singers without audition. The choir will perform Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and highlights of Handel’s “Messiah” at the time of year originally intended by its composer. The upcoming concert is scheduled for Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. at the Zankel Music Center at Skidmore.  Founded in 1970, BHOS proudly present two major concerts annually that feature local soloists and orchestral players. The members represent all age groups and vocations. Here is your opportunity to sing with an orchestra, blend voices and enjoy community in a way that is often lacking in today’s culture. Membership is $55 plus the cost of music. For more information, go to www.bhos.us, find us on Facebook or just show up at a rehearsal.


1st Annual Golf Tournament

The Eagle Matt Lee Fire Company is proudly celebrating 200 years in providing protection to our residents who reside in our Fire District. The Eagle Matt Lee Fire Company #1 will be hosting their 1st Annual Golf Tournament at the Ballston Spa Country Club, located at 1366 West High St., Ballston Spa, NY. Price of $85 per person includes golf, cart, prizes and a BBQ dinner by Henry’s Grill. The event will be held on May 16, 2016 with a 12:00 shotgun. The proceeds from this tournament will be used to support our celebration on June 25th. Registration deadline is May 1, 2016. Please visit our Facebook page for more information or call Pat Morrissey at (518) 885-5272. 


Olde Saratoga Seniors Bus Trip

The Olde Saratoga Seniors are hosting a trip to Westin Country Store & Bryant House in Westin, VT on Monday, May 16, 2016.  The cost is $23 per person, includes lunch and visit to the Vermont Country Store. The bus leaves from Saratoga Train Station or America Legion in Schuylerville.  Money is due by April 26. Mail checks to Old Saratoga Seniors; c/o Mary LaMora, 19 Seward St D16, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Call (518) 584-7986 for more info.  Sign up early.


200th Anniversary Celebration

Join Eagle-Matt Lee fire Company No. 1 as they celebrate their 200th Anniversary on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa. A parade starts at 11:30 followed by rides, games, food, vendors and more. There will be a Jaws of Life live demo, Local DJ Hersh Productions, Big Sky Country from 4 – 9 p.m. and more. 


Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Let RSVP assist you to find a challenging, rewarding and significant service opportunity in your local community. RSVP offers maximum flexibility and choice to its volunteers as it matches the personal interests and skills with opportunities that make a difference. Choices include: mentoring at local schools or with programs that support school age children, transporting seniors to and from medical appointments, delivering meals to homebound seniors or visiting with lonely elderly individuals looking for socialization. Kitchen help is also needed at several congregate dining locations throughout the county or you can join a team providing home repairs to ensure safety to neighbors in need or perhaps lead an exercise class or help out a community organization office to operate more efficiently. We have many options that may fit your volunteer needs.  If you are 55 or older and would like to hear more about RSVP and how you might get started volunteering, call RSVP at (518) 884-4110 today. In Saratoga County RSVP is sponsored by the Office for the Aging.


Senior Nutrition Program

Persons age 60 and over can participate in a meal that is served Monday – Friday at Noon at several meal sites throughout Saratoga County (Congregate Dining). Meal sites are located in: Ballston Spa, Charlton, Clifton Park, Corinth, Edinburg, Galway, Greenfield, Hadley, Halfmoon, Malta, Mechanicville, Moreau, Saratoga, Schuylerville and Waterford. Reservations are needed at least one day in advance by noon. A registration form must be completed annually. The suggested donation is $2. For more information and contact phone numbers of locations, please call Billie Jo at The Office for the Aging
(518) 884-4996. 

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