Friday, April 21
Juried Exhibition Series 2
Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. Featuring: Terry Teitelbaum, Stu Eichel, Christopher Altamari, and Leslie Yolen. Every year Saratoga Arts sends out an Open Call to all artists across the Capital Region and places the submissions in front of a jury of regional art professionals, to create a series of four-artist exhibitions. Our second Juried Exhibition of 2023 features painting, assemblage, sculpture, and photography – truly capturing the breadth this region has to offer. Exhibition dates are April 22–May 27.
Saturday, April 22
Veterans Employment, Education, Entrepreneurship & Benefits Expo ?
Marriott Hotel, 189 Wolf Road, Albany | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The McNulty Veteran Business Center partnered with Albany County Veteran Peer Support Program and Rensselaer County Veterans Resource & Outreach Center for a Resource Expo & Job Fair. This FREE Triple E & B Expo for Veterans, service members and their families will provide access to Employment, Entrepreneurship, Education and Benefits opportunities by bringing together employers, academic institutions, veteran services, and nonprofit organizations. There will be informational sessions and networking opportunities with dozens of exhibitors and includes lunch. Registration is required: HTTP://BIT.LY/3Z4DPLH
American Legion Monthly Meeting
Adirondack Post 70 of the American Legion 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. The Sons of the American Legion Post 70 will meet at 11 a.m.
Annual Spring Craft Fair ?
The Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. #161 Auxiliary is holding their Annual Spring Craft Fair. Admission will be free with ample parking. A wide variety of crafters. For more information or to signup, contact Debbie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 518-885-6506.
7th Annual Breyer Fun Day ?
368 and 445 Broadway Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Impressions of Saratoga is so excited to announce our seventh annual Breyer Fun Day. Open to all Breyer enthusiasts and horse lovers, this event is a great activity for children of all ages! This event is free to all! Impressions of Saratoga will be hosting a Breyer Model Show, paint your own Model Horse craft project, visit with our live miniature Dark Horse mascot UPSET, raffles, prizes and plenty more activities and events. The Dark Horse Mercantile will have Fun Day Specials, a craft, and a giveaway.
Tour for Life 2023 Cat & Dog Adoption ?
H.O.P.E., Wilton Mall, 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. North Shore Animal League America’s Adirondack Region Cat Adoption Center is Celebrating 2023 Tour For Life®, the world’s largest cooperative pet adoption event. In Partnership with Rachael Ray® Nutrish® Adorable, adoptable dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens will be available for adoption. All adoption fees will be 50% off for approved adopters. If you donate an item towards the “kitten shower” you will be entered into a special raffle.
Annual Birthday Party for the Horses ?
Old Friends at Cabin Creek, 483 Sand Hill Rd., Greenfield Center | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated (suggested donation, $10). Enjoy soups donated by Triangle Diner, Olde Bryan Inn, The Barrelhouse, Village Pizzeria and Simply Food, by Maura as you stroll the bucolic grounds and visit with retired Thoroughbred racehorses and their many friends. There will also be birthday cake and Old Friend’s gift shop will also be open. All proceeds go to the care of the equine residents of Old Friends at Cabin Creek.
Earth Day Celebration
Dancing Grain Brewery, 180 Old West Rd., Moreau | noon – 5 p.m. This Earth Day event will be a celebration of both the environment and the community’s commitment to sustainability. Dancing Grain Farm Brewery and local land trust Saratoga PLAN (Preserving Land and Nature) are joining forces to release a honey IPA, inspired by the surrounding farmland for Earth Day. Each pour of this new draft will raise $1 towards land conservation in Saratoga County. For more information, call 518-587-5554, or visit www.saratogaplan.org.
Taste of Italy Dinner ?
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa | 4 – 6 p.m. The menu will include The Italian Trio, Chicken Parm, Lasagna, and Tortellini Alfredo, plus Bread Stick and Dessert. Dine in or take out. The cost is 2 for $27 or $17 each (cash only). Preorder strongly encouraged, place your order at 518-885-1149, April 21st 4 to 6 p.m. or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elks Charities.
Meatloaf with Macaroni and Cheese Dinner ?
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Menu: Meatloaf w/ Macaroni and Cheese, veggies, soup, and dessert. Adults $120
We are encouraging pre-orders for pick-up & delivery dinners. 518-793-1152.
Sunday, April 23
Breakfast Buffet ?
ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m. Menu: Eggs to order, bacon, pancakes, etc. $10 adults, $9 seniors, $5 children (10 & under, children under 5 are free). $12 Takeout orders.
The Wild Irish Acres Step Dancers
Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs, 4 p.m.
These lovely dancers are returning to showcase their wonderful celebration of the arts and Ireland’s unique culture. Refreshments will be served.
Saratoga Catholic Central Fundraiser ?
Principessa Elena Society, 13 Oak St., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. Support the seniors of Saratoga Central Catholic with their prom and senior trip. Eat in or take out. Menu: Pasta, meatballs, sausage and peppers, salad, Italian bread, dessert, and coffee. Cost is $15.
Monday, April 24
Southern Saratoga Art Society Meeting
Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Commons, Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Takeyce Walter will do a “Gouache Painting” demonstration. Takeyce is an award-winning contemporary American painter focusing on natural landscapes of the Northeast, working primarily with oil paint and soft pastels. She is especially inspired by bodies of water and there is a great sense of familiarity, tranquility, and reverence in each piece of her artwork. You can visit her website: https://takeyceart.com/home/ and https://www/facebook.com/takeycewalter/ The meeting and demonstration are open to the public.
Tuesday, April 25
Pierogi Sale Pick Up
Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. As usual we will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese pierogies. All pierogi orders are $12/dozen. Previously, we were asked about uncooked pierogies. We will accommodate. Please call 518-363-0001. Limited quantity of our stuffed clams may be available as well.
Fermenting Vegetables for Health
Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 West High, Ballston Spa | 6 - 8 p.m. Fee: $15 Preregistration required, call 518-885-8995. Learn the health benefits of probiotic bacteria in fermented foods and how easy it is to ferment foods at home. We’ll discuss the dry salt method as we make kim chi and the brining method as we make fermented mixed vegetables. This class will cover equipment, tips, and techniques for successful fermentation. Participants will take home a quart jar to finish fermenting.
After the Fire Monthly Meeting
Halfmoon Town Hall, Lower Newtown Rd., Halfmoon | 7 p.m. After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about After the Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at www.afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435-4571.
Wednesday, April 26
Extremis
Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs | 1:30 p.m. St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates-Palliative Care Partners in conjunction with the Saratoga Senior Center will be presenting the film. Extremis is a short documentary that follows Dr. Jessica Zitter, an ICU and palliative care specialist who leads a hospital ICU team. The film addresses the challenges patients and families face when making decisions in the midst of a medical crisis. During the physician-led panel discussion following the film, we will talk about serious illness as well as the importance of advance care planning. RSVP is requested as seating is limited. Call 518-584-1621 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. A light lunch at 1:30 p.m. followed by the film and panel discussion at 2 p.m.
Chicken Parmigiana Dinner Take-out
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: Chicken Parmigiana, penne pasta, tossed salad, garlic toast. $15 per dinner. (cash only).
Wednesday, April 26
Galway Photography Club
Galway Public Library, Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m.
This month Linda E. Eastman will be presenting the first session in a two-part workshop on Texture Art in processing photographic images. For part one, Linda will be explaining how adding texture layers can change the feel and look of a picture. Linda will give tips on combining the textures with the original photos. Handouts outlining the different processes will be available. Linda will present part two of this workshop at our May meeting. Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Raising Dough Fundraiser
West Side Sports Bar & Grill, 112 Congress Street, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 8 p.m. Academy for Lifelong Learning invites you to share a meal and have a drink. A percentage of food, beverage and takeout sales
will be donated to the Academy. Get your raffle tickets for a $50 gift certificate to the West Side. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors. Plenty of room for singles too. Don’t miss the fun! Hope to see you there. vwww.allsaratoga.org, call 518-290-6988, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Thursday, April 27
Songwriting Workshop & Discussion
Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 3 p.m. Let’s talk about songwriting! What’s your process? Do the lyrics or the melody come first? Even if you’ve never written a song but are curious about the process, join us for an engaging discussion. Feel free to bring a demo or an instrument; the library will not be providing any instruments to borrow during this event. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Beginner Technology Class
Wilton Mall, 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs | 5 p.m. Southern Adirondack Independent Living (SAIL) will now be hosting free monthly technology classes. Each month will be different topics so you can choose what benefits you most. This month you will learn basic computer skills, email creation and use, and general computer questions. Contact Nick Possemato at 518-792-3537 ext 2200 to reserve your spot. www.sailhelps.org.
George Washington & Saratoga: It’s Complicated
Saratoga Springs History Museum in the Canfield Casino, 1 East Congress Street, Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8:30 p.m. Saratoga and Washington bumped into each other twice: once when the city almost cost him his job as commander of the Continental Army and the other time when he visited the village on a secret real estate mission. On both occasions, he wasn’t at all happy with Saratoga. In this special presentation, local writer John Oliver reveals a Washington you didn’t learn about in school, discusses what drove him so relentlessly and shows why, as one historian says, GW’s in our wallets, but not in our hearts. Join us for an astonishing look at the Father of Our Nation. Free for Museum Members, $10 general public. https://www.simpletix.com/e/george-washington-saratoga-its-complicated-tickets-128957
