Taylor’s Heroes Open Enrollment
Taylor’s Heroes offers a free program for kids 8-18 in fitness and nutrition. Classes run 14 weeks and are held in Saratoga Springs. Kids learn about fitness by trying out a variety of sports and exercise programs. They learn, with parents, about healthy foods, meal planning and cooking techniques. For more information go to taylorsheroes.org or call Leslie Forbert Miller at 518-683-8425.
Southern Saratoga Art Society
SSAS member and Mechanicville native, Rebecca Jenkins, will be exhibiting at the Center Gallery, Clifton Park Senior Community Center for the month of September. Rebecca has an A.A.S. degree in Photography from Sage College. Her artwork reflects her views as she travels both locally and abroad. For more information about SSAS, visit southernsaratogaartist.com.
Call for Singers – A Concert for Peace - Burnt Hills Oratorio Society
The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society welcomes all singers for its October concert to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Armistice, “A Concert for Peace.” The featured work, Haydn’s “Mass in Time of War,” will be united with other patriotic selections to celebrate the end of WWI hostilities and to honor U.S. veterans. Pop into one of our Tuesday rehearsals to experience this friendly and talented group. Here is your opportunity to perform a powerful choral masterpiece, and to collaborate with the finest professional orchestral and vocal soloists in the area. We rehearse 7 p.m. Tuesday nights at the BH-BL High School Choral Room, 88 Lakehill Road, Burnt Hills. Since this space is not available until school is in session, the Tuesday 9/7 rehearsal will be at the Jonesville United Methodist Church, 963 Main Street, Clifton Park 12065. Walk-ins and observers are welcome. For more information or questions visit www.bhos.us, or call 518-416-4060.
Call for Fine Artists
Nacre Dance Company in conjunction with Saratoga City Ballet is seeking fine artists to create backdrop art for the performance of The Nutcracker. Artists who are selected will be assigned 1-2 scenes depending on availability and interest. We are looking for scenes for the second act of the ballet as the main character travels to the land of the sweets. We are looking for a fantasized version of natural landscapes with a touch of mysticism. Interested applicants should send a one-page cover letter and resume and examples of work/Portfolio or Portfolio site by September 4. Artists will receive a brief biography in the program, a stipend of $100.00 per piece and 2 complimentary tickets. For further questions, please contact Beth Fecteau at 518-817-3833 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Annual Art Show Entries
Southern Saratoga Art Society will hold its annual art show, Autumn Jewels, from October 1 to November 1 at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center. The show is open to the public and prizes will be awarded. Entry forms are available on the organization’s website: southernsaratogaartist.com. The deadline for entries is Monday, September 17. Fees are $15 for SSAS members and $20 for non-members. For more information, contact show chairperson Richard Kitchen at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Bike the Kayaderosseras
You can’t paddle the upper Kayaderosseras Creek, but you can pedal it. Join us on Saturday, September 8 and discover the Creek as its headwaters tumble out of the Kayaderosseras Range. Start is at Brookhaven Golf Club, located on Alpine Meadows Rd. in the Town of Greenfield at 8:30 a.m. for registration. Follow the Creek as it grows and winds its way past the green bridges, the river plains, and the historic mills in Rock City Falls. Take in the sights and the sounds as you hug the Creek along Creek Road. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Creek and the fellowship of a bike tour on a 14, 30, or 50-mile ride. All routes will begin and end at Brookhaven Park Pavilion. Rest stops to include water, snacks and points of interest. Lunch will be provided for all participants and will be available to spectators and support crews for a small fee. For additional information, visit kayadeross.org.
Chicken BBQ and Pie Sale
Middle Grove United Methodist Church will have their annual Chicken BBQ and Pie Sale on Saturday, Sept 8 from 3 – 6 p.m. (or until sold out). Dinner includes: 1/2 BBQ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, drink, cookie. Ticket prices are $12. Eat in or take out. There will also be a homemade pie sale. Pies will sell for $14 each. Check out our basket fundraiser table with a wide variety of baskets filled from local businesses. The church is located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., (corner of Middle Grove Rd and North Creek).
“Reach for the Sky” Program for Kids
Due to the overwhelming response of our STEM Program, the Empire State Aerosciences Museum will start registration immediately for our “Reach for the Sky” Fall Aviation Classes for Kids at the Empire State Aerosciences Museum, 250 Rudy Chase Drive in Glenville. These 3 consecutive Saturday classes present the history of aviation from the Wright Brothers to the Space Era. Learn about what real pilots do on the ground and in the air. How do airplanes fly? What is a flight simulator? Take a guided tour and learn about the 20+ airplanes in our airpark. Jump in some of these legendary fighter and attack aircraft cockpits. This is a hands-on fun learning experience not to be missed. Call 518-377-2191 ext. 10 to register your child. Ages 8-12 years old - September 8, 15, 22 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Ages 13 - 16 years old - October 13, 20, 27 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Information Meeting: Trip to Spain
The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library are on the move. The very first international trip is planned for April 2019. The Novelties of Northern Spain will depart for Barcelona on April 25 and will end in Madrid on May 5. The days will be filled with fascinating explorations of Pamplona, San Sebastián, Bilbao, Burgos and Salamanca. Some highlights we will be La Sagrada Familia, Guggenheim Museum, Burgos Cathedral and the Prado Museum. Join us for an informational presentation and slide show on Wednesday September 12 at 6 p.m. in the Susman Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. To RSVP or for more information contact Rhona Koretzky at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call or text 518-505-1303. Hasta la vista!
Genesis Bible Study for Women
Held on Wednesdays from 9:15 - 11:15 a.m. at Shen United Methodist Church, Rte.146, Clifton Park. We will begin on Wednesday, September 12 with the class running each week through May 2019. The class is currently available for women and children (ages birth to Preschool). The Bible is our textbook and this year we will be studying Genesis. Join us for Visitors Day on our first day of class, or pre-register as a member through our local website capitaldistrictnorth.cbsclass.org, or the national website at www.communitybiblestudy.org. For more information, contact Janis Kent at 518-301-1591 (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Christina Meyer at (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).
Crafters Needed
Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, located at 768 Charlton Rd., is looking for crafters for their annual Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, September 15, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Charlton Freehold will be donating 20 percent from proceeds to CAPTAIN/Community Human Services. Crafters interested in reserving space, please contact Angela Snyder at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 518-399-2681 and request an application. Inside space is $35 (5x8), outside space (10x10) $20; $5 for a table. Deadline for application is August 31.
Nature Fest
The Friends of Moreau Lake State Park will be hosting the annual Nature Fest on Saturday, September 15, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. (rain date Sunday, September 16). The event will bring together a host of environmentalists, conservationists and naturalists to educate and stimulate the community. All activities will be at the park. Bring your questions, your interests and your families to this free fun-filled family day of interactive nature related activities, live animals, information and crafts. We are working toward being a Zero-Waste event so BYOB (water bottle & bag) and get a free pin or magnet. There will be wagon rides and music, fun crafts and activities for the kids like birdhouse building, face and pumpkin painting. Food is available that day as well as a silent auction and tours of the nature center. Attendees are encouraged to bring their home compost material to add to the Park collection. All donations collected will go to The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit). For further information call the park at 518-793-0511 or check out the website: Friendsofmoreaulake.org.
Adirondacon 2
Tabletop gaming convention is coming to the Aviation Mall at the Party Palace in Queensbury on September 15 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and September 16 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be board games, card games, vendors, open gaming, large lending library, door prizes, raffles and more. The convention will feature a space dedicated to local area game designers, playtesting and running demos. Quigley’s Cakes from Albany will be selling cupcakes. Local gaming stores Cooper’s Cave Games and Paintball and The Freakopolis Geekery will be returning with games and related merchandise for sale. Adirondacon will also be selling some convention merchandise. Help us raise money for our chosen charity, Extra Life, to benefit the Bernard and Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center. For more information, please visit the website at www.adirondacon.com.
Feast of the Fields
Join Saratoga Plan on Thursday, September 20 from 5:30-9 p.m. at Saratoga National Golf Club for the 13th annual Feast of the Fields, an event that promises to be a fun-filled, delicious evening featuring top chefs preparing small plates from fresh ingredients harvested by local farms, along with enticing products and drinks from local producers. A silent auction filled with items and experiences from local businesses and artisans will round out the night. Purchase your tickets at www.saratogaplan.org/2018-feast-fields-form.
Bus Trip to Log Cabin, Holyoke MA
The Old Saratoga Seniors is hosting a bus trip to Log Cabin, Holyoke, MA on Thursday, September 20. It is a Sox Hop featuring the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s. Can sit and listen or get up and dance the afternoon away. Lunch is included. Bus leaves 8 a.m. and returns approximately 6 p.m. Cost is $52 per person. Should be lots of fun. Reserve your seat by August 31.Contact Pat Temple, 518-338-2329. Mail check to Old Saratoga Seniors, PO Box 60, Schuylerville, NY 12871.
7th Annual Autumn Leaves Chicken Barbecue
Racing City Rotary Club and VFW Post 420 Auxiliary will sponsor the barbecue on September 22 at the VFW Post 420 Pavilion located at 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs from 2 – 5 p.m. The menu will include half chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, roll, cole slaw, dessert and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person, take-out or eat in. For tickets or information call Tom or Linda at 518-584-8211. All Proceeds to Benefit Community and Veterans Projects of the Racing City Rotary Club and VFW Post 420 Auxiliary.
Hearts Aflame Eucharistic Congress
Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger invites all Parishioners and other Faith Traditions, to attend on Saturday, September 22 at the Shrine of the North American Martyrs located in Auriesville, NY. Registration is necessary. Please call the following liaisons for more information:
Patti Patrick – 518-507-6452 -- Notre Dame/Visitation, Schuylerville
Becky Ramsden – 518-480-5905 – St. Joseph’s, Greenwich
Rosemary Boyd – 518-854-3544 – Holy Cross, Salem
Joan Campbell – 518-854-7862 – St. Patrick’s, Cambridge
Bus Transportation is available by calling Patti at 518-507-6452, or Lois at 518-695-3385. Carpooling is also welcomed. Sign in starts at 8 a.m. at the Shrine, with opening prayer starting at 9 a.m.
Auditions for The Elves and the Shoemaker
The musical will be performed December 15 and 16 at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Drive, Malta. This heartwarming show has a beautiful musical score. Needed are teens, adults and kids (ages 8+) for this exciting show to be performed right in time for the holiday season. Auditions are Sunday, September 23 and Monday, September 24 from 6 - 8:30p.m. and must be scheduled by contacting Malta’s Artistic Director Elyse Young at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling 518-899-4411 x305.
Saratoga High School Class of 1963 Announces 55th Class Reunion Mixers
The class of 1963 from Saratoga High School will hold three informal mixers the weekend of September 28-30. Informal gatherings are scheduled for Friday, September 28 at the Parting Glass Pub, 40 Lake Ave, Saratoga at 5 p.m. A reunion mixer is also scheduled for Saturday, September 29, Peabody’s Sports Bar, 39 Phila St., Saratoga at 5 p.m.A final get-together breakfast is scheduled for Sunday, September 30, at 10 a.m. at Hattie’s Chicken Shack, 45 Phila St. If you are planning to attend or would like further information, contact JoAnn (Engle) Hughes at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-526-0063.
“The Ben 2018” Charity Golf Tournament
The Ben Osborn Memorial Fund is teaming up with Berkshire Bank, Whiteman Chevrolet and Northeastern Fine Jewelry to host our upcoming charity golf tournament to be held on Friday, September 28 at Top of the World Golf Course in Lake George. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with an 11:30 a.m. Shotgun Start. The tournament format is a four-man scramble. For prize winning, there will be a closest-to-the-pin contest and a straight-line-drive contest. Practice up for a hole-in-one shot that will win you a brand-new Chevrolet. There will also be a longest-drive contest with male and female divisions and prizes for low score and low team score. The entry fee is $125 per player with cart for 18 holes of golf including lunch at the turn and free keg beer, water and soft drinks. Guests are welcome, and individuals will be paired with other players. A reception with live music, hors d’oeuvres, and an awards ceremony will immediately follow the tournament. A 50/50 raffle, a silent and limited live auction will be featured. All contributions go directly to those we serve, our children. To participate, contact William D. Osborn, President, Ben Osborn Memorial Fund at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 518 792-4514. Visit www. benosbornfund.org for more information about the Ben Osborn Memorial Fund.
13th Annual Angel Names Association Memorial Walk
The walk will take place on Saturday, October 6 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs. The walk is being held in recognition of National Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death Awareness month. Registration begins at Noon and the walk will follow at 1:15 p.m. The day includes children’s activities, light refreshments and prizes. Everyone is welcomed to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of stillbirth, pregnancy loss and infant death. For additional information, visit www.angelnames.org, contact Michelle Mosca at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/angelnamesassociation/.
Golf Tournament
The tournament will be held on October 20 at Van Patten Golf Club, located at 924 Main Street, in Clifton Park. It will benefit Hugs from Henry, a 501C3 organization. 100% of all proceeds from this event will go toward the health and welfare of local animals. Donations are $100 per person and includes green fees, cart and buffet. Non-golfers are invited to join us for the buffet at 6 p.m. for $30 per person. Awards and prizes (longest drive and closest to the pin for men and women). Registration is from noon – 12:30 p.m., Shot gun start (18 holes) at 1 p.m., buffet and cash bar at 6 p.m. where prizes and awards will be given. Sponsorships at all levels - business, agency, friends and family teams of 4. Please sign up to play or sponsor a hole for our homeless animals. Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Don Roy 518-935-8885. Deadline for signups by October 3.
Ballston Area Senior Citizens Bazaar
On October 20, over 30 Vendors and Crafters indoors and outdoors will be showing off their wares for your shopping pleasure, and get you in the Holiday Spirit think Christmas, it is just around the corner. There will be a Country Store, Pie Table, a 50/50 raffle, a Quilt raffle, Baskets for Silent Auction, Books & Puzzle table and more for you to see. Our Café will be in full swing, with a nice variety of Hot & Cold foods. The bazaar will be held at the Milton Community Center located at 310 Northline Rd. in Ballston Spa. For more information call the Senior Center at 518-885-6740. If you’d like to be a vendor and receive an Exhibit Contract and Town of Milton agreement, and pay to reserve a space please contact Sue Heimburg with your name and mailing address. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call or text Sue at 518-885-8037.
Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts, and Gifts Fair Seeking Vendors
On Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. – 3p.m., crafters and artisans of handmade items are being sought and vendors of manufactured merchandise will be considered on a juried basis for this lovely event at the Malta Community Center, located at 1 Bayberry Drive in Malta. Booth fees are $50 until August 31st and $60 thereafter. Call 518-899-4411 or visit ww.MaltaParksRec.com for a show application.
