Upcoming Events at the Brookside Museum

While summer may be coming to a close, the Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa isn’t .

Here is a rundown of the upcoming events at the museum for the month of September. 

All events take place at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave Ballston Spa, NY 12020, unless noted. For more information check www.brooksidemuseum.org

Sounds of Summer Concert II: Dennis Searles and the Jazz Ambassadors (Moved to Rain Date) 

Sunday, August 31, 5pm 

Join Dennis Searles and the Jazz Ambassadors for an evening of music and fun on the front lawn of Brookside Museum. This event is free and all are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and a picnic dinner to enjoy. This event is sponsored by Brookside Museum, Saratoga Arts, the Music Performance Trust Fund of the American Federation of Musicians and the Village of Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts. 

Seneca Ray Stoddard and Jesse Wooley: Kindred Spirits 

Monday, September 8th, 7pm 

Dr. Way, retired primary care physician from Glens Falls, and Stoddard’s great great nephew, will, through many examples of their photographs, discuss the careers of the well-known, Saratoga County born photographers, Stoddard and Wooley, and examine what little is known about the connections between them. Copies of Dr. Way’s books will also be available to purchase. 

Reservations are recommended. 

Miller’s Backyard Barbecue 

Friday, September 5, 3-6PM 

Include Brookside Museum in your dinner plans for Monday, September 5th; order some delicious Millers Backyard Barbecue and pick it up from Brookside Museum. Chicken and pulled pork dinners are available for $15.00 and beef brisket dinners for $20.00 (beef brisket by pre-order only). All dinners include baked potato, coleslaw and corn bread. An 8 oz. serving of mac & cheese is also available for $5.00. And also, first time being offered here, there is a 16oz serving of chili, available for $10.00. Drive-thru pickup/take out only. There will be some additional meals available without pre-ordering (but not brisket). 

From the Ground Up: How Responsible Metal Detecting Connects Us to Local History 

Thursday, September 25, 7-8:30PM 

Join us for an engaging and informative talk that delves into the fascinating world of metal detecting, a hobby that connects us directly to the past. Over the last 8 years, local detectorist Brandon Dingeman has traversed Saratoga County and beyond, bringing to light incredible stories through relics hidden just beneath our feet. In this session, you will learn the fundamentals of responsible metal detecting, including the “golden rules” for ethical detecting, essential equipment and site strategy. We’ll explore the critical role of historical research and the use of digital tools to find sites of interest and record crucial situational context of items found.