Week of January 9 – January 15, 2026
Friday, January 9
Saratoga RV Show
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Alpin Haus’ annual Saratoga RV Show; showcasing a variety of campers and motorhomes for families to tour. Exclusive raffles, giveaways, and local campground representatives will be featured as well! Raffles and giveaways are all outdoors and camping related, and the local campgrounds will be providing info on camping stays at their facilities. We’ll have a range of campers, from lightweight trailers to luxury motorhomes, all available to walk through. Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission.
Saturday, January 10
Cabin Crafts
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 90 Scout Rd., Wilton | Drop In 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays during January, February, and March. Check the website for craft, wiltonpreserve.org. No registration is needed. Drop in at the Welcome Cabin in Parking lot #1.
Free Lunch
Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Ext. Malt | 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The lunch includes soup, a sandwich, beverage and dessert – at no charge. All are welcome. Due to the time of the year this is a “WEATHER PERMITTING” event. If there is snow or Freezing Rain the lunch will be cancelled and the next lunch will be on February 14. The Church is located about 1/4 mile from RT 9 (go towards Saratoga Lake at the light on RT 9. The light is about 1/3-mile South of Exit 13S of Interstate 87 on RT 9. For directions or questions call the church on the lunch date, after 10 a.m., 518-581-0210.
Tech Talk with Kristen
Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 p.m. This informative, hands-on program is designed to help patrons access the library’s digital resources, Libby and Hoopla, with ease. During this session, patrons will learn how to link their personal devices—such as smartphones, tablets, Kindles or laptops—to the popular apps Libby and Hoopla. Kristen will guide attendees step-by-step through the setup process and demonstrate how to borrow and enjoy digital materials including eBooks, audiobooks and more! This program is ideal for beginners or anyone who wants a refresher on using digital library services. Open to the public; no prior tech experience required. Registration is required, limit of 10. To register, call 518-885-5022 or stop in to reserve your spot.
Family Saturdays
Tang Museum, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 2 – 3:30 p.m. This event features a project inspired by work on view in the exhibition Sheila Pepe: Where and When We Rest. Family Saturday: The Pillows Where We Rest gives participants the opportunity to explore the exhibition, discuss tools we use for rest, and create their own pillows from tote bags, ribbons, Velcro, and batting. Family Saturday programs emphasize creative cooperation through looking at artwork, discussing it, and engaging in a hands-on art activity. Programs are suitable for children ages 5 and older, accompanied by their adult companions. No registration is required; supplies are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sunday, January 11
Free Day at the World Awareness Children’s Museum
89 Warren St., Glens Falls | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visit the museum for free during our monthly Free Day, thanks to Stewart’s Shops and Stewart’s Holiday Match, and all who contributed! Donations are appreciated but not required. Free Days are generously sponsored by Stewart’s Shops and Stewart’s Holiday Match.
Monday, January 12
The Heritage Garden Club Meeting
Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Street, Saratoga Springs | 12 Noon. The guest speaker for the for the meeting will be Stacey Simmons from Bob’s Trees and Garden Center, Galway, presenting a program on the ”Planting of Perennial Plants, Shrubs and Trees.” The meeting is open to the public. Interested in joining a garden club? Come join us, new members are always welcome. You don’t have to have a green thumb to join our garden club. Feel free to contact us at HeritageGardenClubSS@gmail.com or follow us on Facebook at Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs.
Tuesday, January 13
Ballston Creek Preserve Walks
409 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | 10 a.m. Learn about one of Saratoga PLAN’s newest preserves and how old farm fields have grown into a beautiful mixed conifer and hardwood forest, with occasional older growth trees. Registration is required for most of our programs at least one business day in advance.
Register on our website or by calling the office at 518-450-0321. Our programs are weather dependent and may be cancelled due to inclement weather or poor trail conditions.
Getting to Know Your iPhone
Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 10 a.m. Don’t let your smartphone’s settings stump you. We’ll explore some of the common features of iPhones in this hands-on workshop. You’ll learn ways to interact with the touch screen, access important controls, and search for specific settings. We’ll also cover some tips and best practices for securing and maintaining your device. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org.
Wednesday, January 14
Soroptimist Dinner Meeting Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Soroptimist means Best for Women. Please join us where members and guests come together to advance our shared mission of empowering women and girls. Enjoy a meal while networking with passionate individuals, participating in meaningful discussions, and learning about upcoming community service projects. Our organization offers a wonderful opportunity to connect, collaborate, and make a difference in the lives of others. Please RSVP to connectsisc@gmail.com by January 12.
Academy for Lifelong Learning Winter Storyteller Series
Prestwick Chase at Saratoga, 100 Saratoga Boulevard, Saratoga Springs |12 noon – 1pm. Free and open to the public. No reservations required. Sponsored by Prestwick Chase. Storyteller Kate Dudding presents Laughing Fits: Tales to Tickle Your Funny Bone. Different storytellers will offer their tales every Wednesday through February 11. If Saratoga Springs city schools are closed due to weather, that presentation will be postponed until February 18. For more information on the Academy for Lifelong Learning, to register for winter courses, or for a complete lineup of storytellers, visit www.allsaratoga.org or contact Academy Executive Director, Jeff Shinaman at jeff@allsaratoga.org or call 518-290-6988.
Roast Pork Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: roast loin of pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy and roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 (cash only).
Green Drinks!
Whitman Brewing Company, 20 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. A “green gathering” for those who work volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/green-drinks-25/
Soroptimist Dinner Meeting
Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | Soroptimist means Best for Women. Please join us where members and guests come together to advance our shared mission of empowering women and girls. Enjoy a meal while networking with passionate individuals, participating in meaningful discussions, and learning about upcoming community service projects. Our organization offers a wonderful opportunity to connect, collaborate, and make a difference in the lives of others. Please RSVP to connectsisc@gmail.com by January 12.
Thursday, January 15
Writers Group
Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 – 8 p.m. This group is a resource for individuals who want to explore and share their talents and aspirations as writers. We provide advice and encouragement through constructive critique of complete or partial works shared with the group. Writers of all skill levels and genres are welcome. The group meets on the third Thursday of every month, and interested new participants are welcome.