Friday, January 11
Special Story Time with a Craft
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
We have partnered with Katrina Trask Nursery School for a special story time once a month. One of the teachers will read a story then make a simple craft with the children. We hope you can join us for this special event.
Fish Fry Fridays
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 South of the Village of Victory | 4:30 - 7 p.m.
Fish Fry will continue every Friday through April 19. All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: Fish Fry, Chicken Fry, Clam Fry, Popcorn Shrimp Fry, Buffalo Shrimp, Chowder, ask about our extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house or call ahead for take-out. 518-695-3917.
Saturday,January 12
Free Lunch
Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Ext., Malta Ridge | 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch will be served at no charge. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.
Sunday, January 13
All You Can Eat Breakfast
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge, 10 Hamilton St., Ballston Spa | 8 – 11 a.m.
Buffett includes scrambled eggs, French toast, pancakes, sausage, home fries, eggs and omelets to order and a special of sausage, biscuits and gravy. Adults $7, Seniors $6 and children 10 and under $5.
Monthly Breakfast
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 South of the Village of Victory | 8 – 11 a.m.
Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, jot chocolate. Cost: Adult $8, Child $4. Everyone welcome.
Glass Swap
Racing City Brewing Company, 250 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs, Noon | Pint glasses, wine glasses, growlers, etc. Been collecting logo glassware and growlers? Want to add to your collection? Want to downsize your collection? Bring your glassware and growlers. We’ll provide a table for you to display your items. You may buy, sell, or trade, or just enjoy a glass of beer and admire. No fee to display, free to attend.
Music for Piano & Cello
Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College | 3 p.m.
Paul Suits, piano and composer; Eric Bartlett, cello. Chopin. Introduction and Polonaise brillante in C Major, Op. 65. George Walker. Sonata for cello and piano. Paul Suits. Fantasy. Chopin. Sonata in G minor, Op. 64. For tickets visit www.saratogachamberplayers.org.For questions, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Monday, January 14
Open Mic Night
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.
All ages, all styles. Originals encouraged but not required. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Two songs or 10 minutes. Sign up is first come, first serve. Free admission. Please leave a $3 donation to non-profit if you’re able.
Pre-K Nature Discovery Hour
Camp Saratoga, Scout Rd., Parking Lot #1, Gansevoort | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
This monthly program is for our youngest explorers (ages 3-6 years old) where we use children’s love of nature to teach simple concepts. Adults are expected to attend. This is an outdoor program so please come dressed for the weather. We will go on a short walk, do a simple nature craft, and have a healthy snack. Registration is required. Free admission. 518-450-0321.
Tuesday, January 15
Lake Bonita Hike
Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Rd, Gansevoort | 1 – 3 p.m.
This hike has a couple ups and downs that travel around Lake Bonita. This hike is about 2+ miles and has some beautiful views of the Lake. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see some lovely rock outcroppings and maybe some neat wildlife. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office.
Wednesday, January 16
2019 Winter Storytellers Series
SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Ave., Room 126, Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m.
The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the eleventh annual storytellers series every Wednesday through February 20. January 16 features storyteller Margaret French with “Mostly American.” Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed or delayed. For more information, call the Academy at 518-587-2100, ext. 2415 or visit the website www.esc.edu/all
Thursday, January 17
Trivia Event
Saratoga Tap Room, 26A Congress St., Congress Plaza, Saratoga Springs | 4-6 p.m.
Presented by the Academy for Lifelong Learning. Open to the public, $10 per person. Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Academy at 518-587-2100, ext. 2390 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday, January 15
Friends Meeting
Saratoga Spa State Park, Creekside Classroom | 3:30 p.m.
Would you like to be more involved in volunteer projects in the park? Join us for a meeting to learn more about what is going on and how you can help. Meetings are the third Tuesday of every month.
The Town of Greenfield Historical Society Meeting
Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Rd., Greenfield Center | 7 p.m.
Our speaker will be Teresa Alger. Teresa and her family started their own business, Saratoga Crackers, right in Greenfield, and we will hear the story of how that came about and grew to where it is today. The public is welcome to attend. For more information or questions call 518-583-6171.
Wednesday, January 16
Olde Saratoga Seniors Meeting
Schuylerville Town Hall, 35 Spring St., Schuylerville | Noon
A sandwich luncheon.Dessert and entertainment will be provided. New members always welcome. Call Pat 518-338-2329 for information.
