Deacon’s annual Rummage & Soup Sale
Annual Rummage and Soup Sale will be held April 20, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and April 21, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bring items for donation Tuesday April 17, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and Thursday, April 19, 10 a.m. - noon (no books or electronics please). The sale features a $1 per bag full beginning at Noon. The soup is packed in quarts and either frozen or refrigerated. A portion of the proceeds will go to BH-BL Area Churches Summer Lunch Program.
Wilton Bicentennial: Town Meeting Reenactment
April is the anniversary month of Wilton’s 200th year celebration and we are bringing history back to life with the Wilton first town meeting reenactment at Wilton Mall center court on Friday April 20 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. There will be an opportunity to learn more about the Wilton civic groups and organizations, a craft area for children provided by the Children’s Museum at Saratoga, and a reenactment of our first Wilton town meeting followed by light refreshments. After the reenactment, attendees are invited to preview our Wilton documentary video at Bowtie Cinema.
Craft and Vendor Show
The General Schuyler/Wilton Emergency Squad is hosting a Craft/Vendor Show on Saturday., April 21 from 10 to 4. There will be over 35 vendors/crafters, raffles and refreshments will be sold. It will be a day of shopping and fun for all. Come out and support your local rescue squad. For more information, call 518-338-2709.
Tour Wilton’s Historical Sites
Old churches and cemeteries, the old Wilton Grange, Grant Cottage on top of Mt. McGregor, and Camp Saratoga at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park are among the highlights of the Wilton Historic Sites Tour on Wilton’s bicentennial anniversary weekend, April 21 and 22. Begin your tour by stopping at The Wilton Heritage Society Museum at 5 Parkhurst Road to pick up a brochure describing the sites and showing their locations. For complete details about the tour, visit the website at www.wiltonbicentennial.com/events/tour-wiltons-historic-sites.
Saratoga County Democrats “Shades of Blue” Fundraiser
Democrats and friends are cordially invited to attend a gala celebration of the Saratoga County Democratic Committee, featuring Congressman Paul Tonko, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Friday, April 20, at the Saratoga Hilton Broadway Ballroom, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Supporters can choose their "Level of Blue," starting at $60 per person ($40 for Young Democrats). Also featured: live music with Charley Brown and Roosevelt Baker, appetizers, hot and cold food stations and a cash bar. Those registering in advance may submit a “Name the Signature Cocktail” contest entry to win a Democratic Swag Bag. RSVP at www.saratogacountydems.org.
Laurie Berkner Live
Come see Laurie Berkner live in concert on Saturday, April 21 at 11 a.m. The concert will be held in the Saratoga Springs High School, Lowenberg Auditorium. Presented by The Beagle School. Tickets are on sale now. VIP tickets, $50 includes premium seating and a meet and greet with Laurie. General Admission is $35. Call 1-800-838-3006 or visit www.beaglepresentslaurieberkner.brownpapertickets.com.
Basics of Organic Gardening
Spring has sprung and now it’s time to think about gardening. Join Sue Beebe from Cornell Cooperative Extension on Saturday, April 21 at 11 a.m. at the Ballston Spa Public Library, as she gives you the basics of organic gardening. Whether you are starting your first garden or switching your conventional garden to organic, Ms. Beebe has all the answers and advice you need from nourishing the soil to growing and harvesting delicious, fresh vegetables. The library is located at 21 Milton Avenue with its parking lot behind the building on Low Street. This workshop is free and open to the public. For more information stop in, call 518-885-5022 or visit www.bspl.sals.edu.
Jeep 4x4 101 Classes & Course to Benefit Pet Connection
Are you a new Jeep owner, novice or future Jeep owner? If so, this event is for you! Join us for a great day of 4x4 educational classes, lunch and time in our off-road Jeep course to really get a feel for what you and your Jeep can do. Vendors, Jeep clubs, raffles and BBQ lunch included. Fun family and pet friendly event! $15 per driver, $5 per passenger. Proceeds benefit the WTEN Pet Connection. The event will be held at Curtis Lumber, located at 885 Rt. 67, Ballston Spa, from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For complete details find us on Facebook: 4x4 Jeep 101 Class and Course or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale
On Sunday, April 22 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, lunch, books, household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies, Mother’s Day gifts, and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors are signing up every month. Snow or rain, the sales go on. Fun for the entire family. Come browse, visit, eat, or just get out of the house with a friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. Tables are $15 for an 8 ft. table; call Linda at 518-289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s).
Exploring Treatment Avenues for ASD: A Panel Discussion
On Monday, April 23, 8 p.m. in Skidmore College Tisch Learning Center, Room 301
Steve Szalowski, LCSW-R and Stacey Francesconi, MS, BCBA, LBA, practicing clinicians who have dedicated their careers to working with autistic individuals and their families will speak about their specific approaches to treatment (e.g., family systems, social skills groups, applied behavior analysis).
Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser
No more “April showers” when we celebrate our Spring Fling for Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser, on Friday, April 27, from 6 – 10 p.m. at the Saratoga/Wilton Elks Lodge, located at 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Put on your dancin’ shoes and “tiptoe through the tulips” with Betsy and the ByeGons. Cost for the evening is $20 and includes an Italian meal. Tickets payable at the door. For tables of eight or more call Judy 518-587-5568. A cash bar and raffle baskets, along with selfies by our classic car, will add to your enjoyment.
Sustainable Saratoga Needs Tree Hosts and Tree Planters
Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project has scheduled its 8th Tree Toga planting effort for the morning of Saturday, April 28. Volunteers like you are the key to the success of this semi-annual event. With your help, we can grow a green legacy that will benefit our great city for decades to come. To volunteer, use the online form at www.sustainablesaratoga.org/treetoga8. If you have questions, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
TREE HOSTS: Host a street tree in front of your house in Saratoga Springs. Enjoy nurturing the young tree for the first two years, especially by keeping it watered during hot dry spells.
TREE PLANTERS: Have fun being part of a team of tree planters by volunteering from about 9:30 a.m. - Noon on the morning of Saturday, April 28.
Annual Milton Grange Garage Sale
This very popular sale will take place on April 28 at 644 Rock City Road, Ballston Spa from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members of the community are encouraged to donate kitchenware, dishes, jewelry, small pieces of furniture, antiques, tools, and other household items in good condition for the sale (no electronics or clothing). Proceeds from the sale are used to support programs in the community including the ECHO Food Pantry and vegetable plants for Head Start students. Please contact Sam at 518-885-6606 to make donation arrangements.
7th Annual Autism Expo
The expo will be held on Sunday, April 29 from Noon – 3 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Presented by: The Law Office of Wilcenski & Pleat, PLLC.
Horseshoe Tournament
The tournament will be held at the Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Rt. 32, South of the Village of Schuylerville beginning on Tuesday, May 1 at 6 p.m. and the kitchen will be open. You do not have to be a member of the club to be in the tournament. You can sign up and pay the fee at the meeting on Tuesday, April 24 at 6 p.m. at the club house. For information call: 518-695-3917.
I Love My Park Day
Show New York’s State parks some love on Saturday, May 5. Volunteer to be a part of this exciting statewide event to improve and enhance New York’s state parks and historic sites. Register to volunteer at www.ptny.org/ilovemypark. Moreau Lake State Park will be installing new benches and boot brush stations, invasive species removal, planting flower beds, spreading playground wood chips, lake and trail clean-ups, painting projects from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on May 5. Refreshments and lunch provided by the Friends of Moreau Lake. For more information call 518-793-0511.
Treasure or Trash?
Spring Antique Appraisal Show will be held on May 5, from 10 a.m. – Noon. Antique expert Mark Lawson of Mark Lawson Antiques and sponsor of Antiques Road Show will be doing an evaluation of your antiques and other items of interest at the Malta Community Center. Everyone will get to hear the appraisal of each interesting item. Pre-register by April 20 to bring an item to be appraised or come to watch. We are limited to 40 items, so register early. Visit www.MaltaParksRec.com or call 518-899-4411 for more information.
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
Want to learn how to better manage stress, difficult emotions, nutrition, exercise, fatigue, and improve decision making and problem-solving skills? Join our free program. Saratoga County Office for the Aging, sponsor of The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), partner with The Center for Excellence in Aging to offer this Living Healthy Program. Many essential, valuable skills and techniques are taught in this program to educate and empower those living with chronic conditions. With our small-group workshops, people meet for six weeks, once a week for two and a half hours. The sessions are highly interactive, focusing on building skills, sharing experiences and support. All programs are co-led by trained leaders. A free 6-week workshop will be held at Shelly Park in Gansevoort. Participants receive a free booklet entitled “Living with Chronic Conditions” and a free meditation CD. Light refreshments will be provided. Call Billie Jo at RSVP 518-884-4110 for more information on days and times and details or to register.
Annual Senior Luncheon: Summer of Love
This event is for seniors, age 60 and over. It will be held on Friday, May 18 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Doors open at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at Noon. Menu includes: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans almandine, dinner roll, key lime pie and beverages. No take-outs. No animals allowed. We will have live music, door prizes and a raffle. Tickets are required to attend and will not be available at the door. Tickets are available now and may be obtained until May 4 at the Office for the Aging. We also have several locations throughout the county where tickets are offered. For more details call 518-884-4100.
Ryan's Run
Sponsored by Saratoga Springs Teachers Association, Ryan’s Run, a 5K run/walk, will take place at Saratoga Spa State Park, Warming Hut on May 19 at 9 a.m. Cost is $25 if registered by May 16. To register visit: http://www.curemiop.org.
10th Annual Armed Forces Day Parade
Let’s come together on May 19 at 10 a.m. in Downtown Malta and thank our military for their patriotic service in support of our country. Malta’s parade will be even bigger and more spectacular with your help. If interested in participating call 518-899-4411 and visit www.MaltaParksRec.com for more information.
Green Roof Technology: Natural Function
Thomas A. Mowatt will present an illustrated talk on Wednesday, May 23 at the Crandall Library in downtown Glens Falls. The program will start at 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Mr. Mowatt is an Assistant Professor of Science at SUNY Adirondack in Queensbury. This program is sponsored by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society.
Open Call for Singers
The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society welcomes singers for its June concert, “The Gift of Life.” BHOS is a friendly, non-auditioned chorus that continually produces highly artistic choral performances. Pop into one of our rehearsals to experience the thrill of singing under the inspiring direction of William Jon Gray, a nationally recognized choral director. Don’t miss this opportunity to perform imaginative and interesting music, and to collaborate with the finest professional orchestral and vocal soloists in the area. Just ask any of our singers: they will tell you how much they learn, and how much fun it is. We rehearse 7 p.m. Tuesday nights at the BH-BL High School choral room. Our concert features John Rutter’s “The Gift of Life: Six Canticles of Creation.” The performance is Friday, June 15, 2018, 7:30 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church in Glenville. To learn more, go to our website: www.BHOS.us. Still have questions? Call 518-416-4060 or find us on Facebook.
