Week of May 9 – May 15

Upcoming Events

Community Blood Drive

St. Clement’s Church will host the blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, May 16 from Noon – 5 p.m. at the church’s Parish Center, located at 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. For more information or to make an appointment to donate, call 1-800-redcross or sign up online at redcrossblood.org with sponsor code STCLEMENTS. According to the Red Cross, donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, A negative and B negative.

11th Annual Fundraising Gala 

Gateway House of Peace is excited to announce The Butterfly Ball, to be held on Friday, May 16, 6 – 10 p.m. It will be held at the Bright Family’s historic barn at Twin Leaf Farm in Greenfield Center. It will be an evening of dancing, delicious food, a silent auction, and a chance to win $10,000, all in the spirit of supporting our mission of providing free 24-hour care for the terminally ill. GHOP is a 100% donor-driven organization and relies on fundraising and donations. Contact Dianne Greene at dgreene@gatewayhouseofpeace.org for more information. Tickets are available at https://www.gatewayhouseofpeace.org/.

SoBro Triangle 

It is time to plant the Second Phase of the SoBro Triangle and we can’t wait to get in the dirt with you on Saturday May 17! We’re planning a BIG day and by registering on our website you will be joining a group of dedicated volunteers passionate about regreening our city with native plants. www.sobroconservancy.org. 

Plant Sale and Chicken BBQ

Saturday, May 17. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church, 466 South Rt. 32, Schuylerville, Plant Sale begins at 9 a.m., Takeout BBQ (from Ugly Rooster Cafe), from 2 – 4 pm. $16 each. For BBQ reservations, call 518-584-1812 or 518-396-8430.  A Silent Auction will benefit Guatemalan Mission Team.

Hubbard Hall Spring Gala: A New Beginning

 Join us on Saturday, May 17, 6 – 9 p.m. for an evening of music, food, and celebration in support of the arts, our community, and the future of Hubbard Hall. This year’s event features: live music by The Mike McMann Band, buffet dinner, desserts, and passed appetizers by Brown’s Brewing Co. A relaxed atmosphere of community and camaraderie. VIP guests will enjoy an exclusive pre-event champagne toast and private tour of the LoveJoy, our newly renovated artist residency building. Dress is bright colors to usher in the new season. Tickets cost $125 Early Bird (through May 1), $150 Gala Ticket

$200 VIP and Gala (includes champagne toast and tour). RSVP at hubbardhall.org or call 518-677-2495.

Community Day Celebration

The Town of Greenfield holds its first Community Day Celebration on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Middle Grove Park, located at 428 Middle Grove Rd. The event, described as a “red, white and blue barbecue,” will feature special commemorative, “TOG Better TOGether” t-shirts for $15. Sponsors will be listed on the back. Food and drinks will be sold and there will be a special appearance by many Greenfield Farmers Market vendors, local artists as well as family activities like games, an inflatable obstacle course and more.

Composting Workshop

Join Sustainable Saratoga to learn how (and why) to set up a residential composting unit. All materials provided for Schuylerville Village residents (NYSERDA supported). The workshop will be held on Sunday, May 18 at 11 a.m. All are welcome, free workshop. Village residents can pre-order info@villageofschuylerville.org or by calling 518-695-3881. Help divert costly food waste of the landfill. 

North Country Wild Care’s 2025 Fundraising Gala

Join us on Sunday, May 18, at 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at The Gideon Putnam, 24 Gideon Putnam Rd., Saratoga Springs. Keynote Speaker will be Steve Caporizzo, News Channel 20 Chief Meteorologist, animal advocate and founder of Pet Connection. Your support will benefit our local volunteer wildlife rehabilitators. Educational wildlife viewing begins at 11: 30 a.m. followed by the silent auction, lunch and live music. 100% of the proceeds from the lunch and silent auction go toward the cost of food and medication for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Tickets are $75 (by May 12) and thereafter $85. To order online: www.ticketstripe.com/ncwc-gala-2025 or call Julie at 518-522-2657. 

Paint &Sip

Gurtler Bros. VFW Post 420, located at 190 Excelsior Ave. Saratoga Springs, will host a Paint & Sip, Sunday May 18 at 1 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of painting, sipping and fun! Tracy Caprood will guide you through a creative painting session. $35 Fee includes supplies and refreshments. Call Tracy at 518-596-2220 for reservations. 

Art in the Park

Held in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs on May 24, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Rain date: Saturday, May 31). 

Join us for our annual art fair in Congress Park, located in beautiful downtown Saratoga Springs. The event features artists from near and far representing all genres of work in a beautiful park setting. Artists will be on hand selling and discussing their work with the public. The event will also feature live music, artist demos, and more! This event is free and open to the public! 

Summer SPACtacular

Join us on Friday, May 30 at 5 p.m. for a magical evening under the stars and on the SPAC stage at our summer season kickoff fundraiser. The 3rd annual Summer SPACtacular promises to be the best yet, all to celebrate and support SPAC’s mission to serve the Capital Region and beyond through artistic excellence, educational programming, and community outreach. This event will sell out. Space is limited. Do not wait to purchase tickets. Tickets start at $175. This event is 21+. Learn more and buy tickets at spac.org. 

16th Annual Route 50 Mile Road Race

CAPTAIN Community Human Services is proud to present the 16th Annual Route 50 Mile on Thursday, June 12, kicking off at the corner of Route 50 and Kingsley in Burnt Hills at 6:50 p.m. This special anniversary year will also see the Route 50 Mile as part of the USATF Adirondack 2025 Grand Prix Series. This family-friendly community event is the area’s premier one-mile race and is followed immediately by the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Business and Professional Association Flag Day Parade. The proceeds benefit CAPTAIN CHS’s over 30 programs for local kids, families, and seniors. Registration begins at $20. Sponsorship is currently available. For more information, please visit our website captaincares.org/route50 or call 518-399-4624.