Friday, September 29
Kids’ Yoga Story Time
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 10:30 a.m.
Join us for an interactive yoga story time and signing with guest star Betty Larrea - Lucinda’s Magical Yoga Adventure, who will take children on a magical yoga adventure with Lucinda, as they pretend to “be” the animals and characters they meet in the story. This event is for suggested for children age 2 and up, and their families. For more information, visit www.northshire.com.
Saturday, September 30
Pieroghi and Sauerkraut/Kielbasi Dinner
Christ the Savior Church, 249 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Take-out will be available. Cost is $10 for adults; $6 for children 6 to 12. We also plan on having stuffed clams in limited quantity for sale that day. Proceeds go to International Orthodox Christian Charities especially designated for hurricane relief. For information, please email or call 518-363-0001.
Annual Dinner and Auction Fundraiser
Saratoga Springs Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs, 5 p.m.
The Fundraiser donates all proceeds to Stratton VA Medical Center, Saratoga War Horse, and Ballston Spa Homeless Shelters for Vets. Dinner at 7 p.m. Chinese Auction closes at 7:30 p.m., Silent Auction closes at 8:30 p.m. Thousands of dollars of donated auction items offered during dinner. Dinner tickets One for $20, Two for $36, Table of 10 for $140. For more information call Lavern Utter at 518-584-0034 or the Knights Hall at 518-584-8547.
Sunday, October 1
Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Now featuring eggs to order. Donation Requested: Adults $10, Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $9, Children 5—12 $8, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $10. Call 518-584-2585 for more information.
Canines Crossing at the Park
Hudson Crossing Park (just north of Schuylerville), 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Working dogs and their trainers will be featured. Attendees are asked to enjoy the demonstrations without bringing their own canines. A $5 donation is suggested. For more information on this event, please go to www.hudsoncrossingpark.org, call (518) 350-PARK (7275) or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Downsizing
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, Noon
An invitation to Seniors and Family and Friends of Seniors. After age 50 people like to prepare for approaching retirement and the “golden” years of leisure by downsizing. Join us for lunch and a presentation. This Program is free, including a light lunch, register in advance with Laura Stewart at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 518-584-0904 press 4. Sponsored by The Lutheran Care Network/Coburg Village and Good Samaritans/Wheat Ridge Ministries.
Monday, October 2
Saratoga Retired Teachers Meeting
Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs Noon
Prospective members please call 518-587-5356 for membership information and luncheon reservations.
Wilton Democratic Committee Meeting
Ace Hardware Conference Room, 55 Northern Pines Rd, Gansevoort, 6:45 p.m.
For more information, call Pat 917-282-5297.
American Legion Auxiliary Monthly Meeting
Henry Cornell Post 234, 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, October 3
“truSculpt® 3D Body Contouring Event” October 3rd at Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery
Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC , 7 Wells St., Third Floor 5:30 p.m.
Limited Seating, must R.S.V.P. to attend. Call 518-583-4019 Today. Steven Yarinsky, MD invites you to join him and his staff for an early evening of beauty featuring a new dimension in body sculpting with truSculpt® 3D. We are the only medical office in the Albany/Capital District region offering this Liposuction alternative to remove stubborn diet and exercise resistant fat. This is not a diet or weight loss treatment and is not designed to treat obesity. If you are concerned with stubborn fat located in your waistline, hips, thighs, upper arms and “double chin”, you need to know more about truSculpt® 3D, a non-invasive, nonsurgical, no down time treatment. With a single treatment, over 20% of fat in can be removed from the treated area. Learn about the difference between liposuction and truSculpt® 3D, CoolSculpt® and SculpSure®. Special event only pricing for truSculpt® 3D. Drawing for free NectiFirm® Cream- proven technology for firming neck skin. Bring a friend and receive extra tickets for drawing. Your new figure is just a truSculpt®3D treatment away. Call Dr. Yarinsky’s office immediately at 518-583-4019 to R.S.V.P. since seating is limited. Light refreshments served. Must R.S.V.P. before 10 a.m. on Monday 10/2. Body Contouring Beauty Event scheduled for Tuesday 10/19 at 5:30 p.m. at 7 Wells Street, Third Floor, Saratoga Springs.
The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Meeting
Court McLaughlin #422, Knights of Columbus Hall, 50 Pine Rd. Saratoga Springs, 6:30 p.m.
Light refreshments at 6 p.m. Members are asked to bring a dish and/or beverage to share. The October meeting is our, bring a friend/membership drive. Everyone is welcome. For more questions or further information, please contact Regent, Aileen Thomas at 518-583-2905 or Vice-regent Mary Brooks at 518-587-6406.
Upstate Conservative Coalition of Saratoga
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa, 7 – 9 p.m.
We are a group of like-minded individuals determined to promote traditional conservative values in our community and beyond. Join us at our monthly meeting to discuss how we can help promote our conservative policies in local, state and national politics. Check us out at: www.upstateconservatives.org.
Wednesday, October 4
Old Saratoga Seniors Meeting
Schuylerville Town Hall, 35 Spring St., Schuylerville, Noon.
It will be a casserole luncheon. All are invited. Call Pat 518-338-2329.
Poetry Readings
Caffe’ Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Caffè Lena will present poetry readings by Jay Rogoff & April Bernard. An open reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 7 p.m. and the readings will start at 7:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5, free for students. For more information, call 518-583-0022, or visit www.caffelena.org
Thursday, October 5
Infant and Baby Growth Series
Bodywork Professionals, 11 Spring St., Saratoga Springs, Noon – 1 p.m.
These hands-on sessions will expose caregivers to milestones in a baby’s growth and development along with cues the baby may offer. Donations will benefit Wellspring’s Purple Purse Challenge, to help end relationship and sexual abuse in Saratoga County. This series is for babies ages 3 months to crawling and their parents/caregivers. Participants can attend any number of sessions, making a charitable donation of any amount instead of paying a service fee. More information and reservations are available by calling Bodywork Professionals at 518-557-5514 or emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Infant Class” in the subject line.
Korean War Veterans Association Meeting
VFW Home, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs 1:30 p.m.
All Korean War Veterans who served anywhere during the war, or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, relative and friends are all invited to attend. For more information or for an application to join the organization, please phone Comm. Roger Calkins at 518-584-3037.
Soup and Sandwich Supper
Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
The proceeds will benefit Father Tracey, a local priest who has made his mission to help those in Brazil. The menu will be Ham and Navy Bean soup and a variety of hot and cold turkey, roast beef, or corned beef sandwiches. For more information, call 518-584-8547.
A Green Gathering
Harvey’s Restaurant and Bar, 14 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 5 – 7 p.m.
Green Drinks: A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. Cash bar available (non-alcoholic drinks and food may also be purchased). Visit www.greendrinks.org/NY/Saratoga%20Springs for more information.
Classroom to Concert Hall
Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, 7 p.m.
Skidmore’s Music Department showcases its artist-faculty in a program that reflects academic courses representing the music of Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, various genres of jazz, African music, 1960s pop, and more. For more information, call 518-580-5321 or go to www.skidmore.edu/zankel.
Poetry Lab
Tang Museum, Skidmore College, 7 p.m.
Cara Benson ’04, who offered poetry classes at Mount McGregor prison, and her former students Johnny Perez and Sean Dalpiaz lead an evening of poetry-making and sharing. For more information, call 518-580-8080.
