Friday, December 12
Silent Auction for Love for Lexi Charity
Staccato Barre & Bodyworks, 489 Broadway, Saratoga Springs,
6 – 8 p.m.
The Silent Auction is to benefit local four-year-old, Lexi Gurka, who is bravely battling non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and needs support to cover medical expenses. What better way to spend a few moments of your Friday evening than to help a little girl in need! 100% of auction proceeds going to Love for Lexi. Many small businesses will be in attendance and showcasing their merchandise for your holiday gift shopping pleasure. The Bread Basket is donating refreshments. For more information call (518) 542-3955.
The Jungle Book
Spa Little Theater, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.
The Jungle Book is the delightful story of Mowgli, a boy raised in the jungle by Bagheera, a wise black panther, and Baloo, a goofy bear. Mowgli runs away with a band of monkeys – only to be held captive by them. Will the cunning python Kaa help rescue Mowgli? Will all of the animals in the jungle learn they are truly “brothers of one blood?” In the end, Mowgli’s animal teachers find they have something to learn from the boy. Visit http://homemadetheater.org for ticket information and performance schedule.
Candlelight House Tour
Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, 112 Spring St.,
5 – 9 p.m.
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation will celebrate its 25th Anniversary Candlelight House Tour by touring festively decorated homes in the historic North Broadway neighborhood. This highly anticipated event has been a holiday tradition in Saratoga Springs for over 24 years and is attended by hundreds of people each year. Following the tour, guests enjoy a reception and silent auction event with food and music at the Saratoga Golf and Polo Club from 7:30 pm until 10:30 pm. The silent auction has many items that are great for holiday gifts or for you. For more information call (518) 587-5030.
14th Annual Santa’s Playland Open House
Quick Response, 2077 Route 9, Round Lake, 5:30 – 9 p.m.
Bring the family out for a night of fun and refreshments and of course, Santa. View giant LED light displays, take a ride on a horse and wagon or their “Quick Express” train. The entire event is free and fun for the entire family. Buses provide round trip transportation from two convenient parking locations. For more information call (518) 899-7090.
Mystery Double Feature
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Meet two mystery writers Jenny Milchman & Charles Salzberg. Milchman, winner of the Mary Higgins Clark Award presents “Ruin Falls,” a vivid suspense novel with an Adirondack setting. Salzberg presents “Swann’s Lake of Despair,” a vivid, witty mystery with three interconnected cases. For more information visit www.northshire.com.
Saturday, December 13
Breakfast and Photos
with Santa
Curtis Lumber, 885 Rt. 67, Ballston Spa, 7 a.m. – 10 a.m.
You and your family are invited to join us for a scrumptious and fun breakfast with Santa and friends. Each breakfast is just a $5 donation to the WGY Christmas Wish. 810 WGY on-air personalities Joe Gallagher, along with Chuck and Kelly will be holding a live radio show and we’ll have pictures with Santa for the kids and the young at heart. Do not miss this fun yearly tradition. Breakfast is sponsored by Panza’s Restaurant. For more info visit: www.wgy.com or call Curtis Lumber at (518) 885-5311.
Breakfast with Santa
American Legion Unit 234, 23 Pleasant St., Ballston Spa,
8 – 10:30 a.m.
Come join us for a Hot Breakfast with Santa Claus hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary. Children ages twelve and under are welcome. This event is open to the community. There will be a Holiday wreath raffle for parents.
Gingerbread House Workshop
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Crawshaw Story Room, 9 – 10 a.m., 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. and
Noon – 1 p.m.
Learn how to make a gingerbread house. For children in grades K-6. Saratoga Springs School District residents only. Please call (518) 584-7860, ext. 305 for availability, but you must register in person. For additional events at the library visit, www.sspl.org.
Fun, Fitness, and Friendship
30 Woodlawn Ave, Parking Garage 3rd level, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.
Volkswalk: Register 30 minutes before start. A ‘volkswalk’ is a leisurely walk (typically 10k or 6.2 miles. A 3 mile route is also offered) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. For more information visit www.ava.org. or www.walkescv.org.
Christmas Cookie Walk
Malta Presbyterian Church, 118 Dunning Street, Malta, 10 a.m.
What is a Cookie Walk? Friends and Members of the church bake fancy homemade Christmas Cookies to be sold by the pound at the Cookie Walk. The Cookies are displayed on tables and our customers are given a bakery box and disposable glove to walk around the tables and choose cookies they want to buy. The boxes are weighed and sold by the pound. Let us do your Christmas cookie baking this year. For more information call (518) 899-5992.
Food for Thought Farmers’ Market Book Discussion
Saratoga Farmers’ Market, Lincoln Baths, Spa State Park, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Concerned about food sustainability issues? Ever considered chucking it all in and starting your own farm? Wonder what’s really in that processed cheese slice? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you might want to join us for our new “Food For Thought” book discussion series, to be held at, and in partnership with Saratoga Farmers’ Market in their winter location at the Lincoln Baths in Saratoga Spa State Park. This month’s selection is “Defending Beef: The Case for Sustainable Meat Production” by Nicolette Hahn Niman. For more information call (518) 584-7860.
New Play Festival
The Dee Sarno Theater at The Arts Center, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
The Local Actor’s Guild will present three full-length original works in rep from local playwrights. Productions include: “Welcome Home Jimmy” by Brian Sheldon about an solider returning from a tour of duty in Iraq. “Life in 3D” by Christina Asselin about a recently single woman finding love again and her mother accepting her daughter’s lifestyle. “Chasing Charles” by JJ Buechner about friendship set in Manhattan during the AIDS crisis. December 13 & 20, 2014 at 2p.m. and 8 p.m. and December 14 and 21, 2014 at 7 p.m. General admission is $15 per show or purchase a flex ticket for $30 and see all three shows for one price. For reservations please call (518) 393-3496 and check out The Local Actors Guild of Saratoga on Facebook for times of each show. For more information call (518) 393-3496.
Cookie Sale
Galway United Methodist Church, Corner of Galway-Ballston Road and Rte. 147, Galway, 10 a.m.
The public is invited to purchase a variety of homemade holiday cookies and treats at $8.00 per pound. The sale begins at 10 a.m. and will continue until sold out. Various craft items will be available for purchase as well.
Holiday Open House
The Shirt Factory, 71 Lawrence St., Glens Falls, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Shop locally-made in one stop with the many studios, shops and galleries and guest artists in our hallways. For more information, visit www.shirtfactorygf.com or contact (518) 907-4478.
Subaru Share the Love
Toy Drive
New Country Subaru, 3002 New York 50, Saratoga Springs,
Noon – 4 pm
New Country Subaru will be hosting a special holiday Toy Drive to celebrate Subaru’s Share the Love giving program. Stop by New Country Subaru with a new toy that will be donated to Saratoga Center for the Family and enjoy light refreshments, giveaways and a chance to have your photo taken with Santa and his elves.
Santa to Visit
Saratoga Winery
The Saratoga Winery - 462 Rt. 29 West, Saratoga Springs,
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Saratoga Santa is coming to The Saratoga Winery. He has a real beard, belly and rosy cheeks! Pictures with Santa available. Complimentary cookies and cocoa for the kids. Christmas Carols by Seth and The Moody Melix. Don’t forget your letter to Santa. Free admission. For more information call (518) 584-9463.
Spring Street Gallery Bazaar
12 Spring St., Saratoga Springs,
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
This year, we will deck the halls with crafters and artisans galore. The Spring Street Gallery Bazaar artisan sale is a curated fine art market. DIY projects, handmade and original pieces of art will be on display and available for the public to purchase. Admission is free with a suggested donation of canned food item for the Franklin Community Center.
Christmas Cookies and Clam Chowder Take-Out
Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Home Made New England Clam Chowder with hand-dug clams and/or Christmas Cookies made by members of the parish from old family recipes. Fill one of our containers with an assortment for $10. Great for gift giving or take home and enjoy. For more information call (518) 885-4681 or (518) 363-0001.
Wreaths Across
America Ceremony
Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd, Schuylerville, Noon
The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association will take part in a Wreaths Across America Ceremony, beginning at noon at the main flag pole. You do not have to be a veteran to attend. All are welcome. If you would like to become a member of the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association please visit our web site at: www.snchga.com.
Tang Museum Family Saturdays
Tang Museum, Skidmore Campus, Saratoga Springs, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions. Programs include a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly suggested. For reservations and information call (518) 580-8080. For more information visit https://tang.skidmore.edu/.
Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
Starts at Harvey’s, 14 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, 3 – 9 p.m.
Raise your Pint and Raise Hope and Awareness. The proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York . During the crawl we will be having raffles, door prizes and food. We are also awarding some special prizes for the “ugliest sweater” and the “highest fundraiser”- (defined by having the largest team). Registration is $35 per person and includes food, some ugly sweater swag and special drink specials exclusive to our group. For more information visit www.pubcrawlsaratoga.com.
A Saratoga Christmas
with The McKrells
Spa Little Theatre, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, 7 – 9 p.m.
We will be continuing our tradition of hosting Christmas shows with Kevin McKrell and his merry musicians. Join us for an evening of Christmas favorites, Kevin’s trademark sound, and their popular rendition of A Visit from St. Nick (‘Twas the Night Before Christmas) For more information call (518) 587-4427.
Sunday, December 14
Sunday Breakfast
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 8 – 11 a.m.
Will be cooking breakfast on 14 December 2014 starting at 8:00-11:00 a.m. and will continue on the second Sunday of each month all year. Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes ( regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon ), french toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: Adult $6.00 Child $3.00, Everyone will be welcome. Watch for sign.
Spa City Farmer’s Market
Lincoln Baths, Saratoga Spa State Park, Every Sunday
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Spa City Farmers’ Market is your source for all your local holiday shopping. We have you covered—from hand-crafted artisan products for that perfect, unique gift—to appetizers, main course, and decadent desserts for your holiday dinners and parties. We have an abundance of farm fresh veggies, eggs and fresh pasture raised meats. All of our bakers are ready to take special orders, on everything from scrumptious desserts to artisan breads. Can’t forget the holiday cheer! We have local moonshine to a wide selection of top quality local wine. This year, we hope you give your holiday celebrations the unique distinction of being locally sourced, and directly purchased from the producers themselves. There will be over 50 vendors on both floors.
Gingerbread Workshop
The Gideon Putnam Resort, Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs,
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Bring your family to the Gideon Putnam and build a gingerbread house to decorate your home for the holidays. Our culinary team will give you their creative insights on how to build a unique gingerbread house. Cost is $25 per gingerbread house. For reservations please call (518) 226-4719 to reserve your spot.
Chanukah Celebration
Congregation Shaara Tfille and The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 11:30 a.m.
The festivities include entertainment by Master Magician and Illusionist, Steven Brundage, a dairy luncheon featuring latkes and children performing and lighting the Menorah. The cost is $12.00 over age 13; free for children under 13. Please RSVP to (518) 584-0366.
Seth and the Merry Melix
Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, 2 – 3 p.m.
Join us for a winter wonderland celebration with Seth and the Moody Melix. Complete with live music and seasonal treats, we hope to offer you and your family a joyous and merry time together as we appreciate the beauty and wonder of a new season. No registration required, free admission. For more information call (518) 584-7860.
Monday, December 15
Folk Music “Lessons
and Carols”
Christ Church, Route 50 (Church Avenue) and Route 67 (West High Street), Ballston Spa, 7:30 p.m.
Mysterious and wonderful Advent and Christmas carols drawn from Celtic, African American, and Early American traditions are the trademark of the “Festival of Lessons and Carols,” Monday and Tuesday, December 15 and 16. The concert is anchored by folk music legends John Kirk and Trish Miller of Greenfield Center with special guests Joel Rosenberger of Saratoga Springs and Carolyn Walker of Boston, and includes Field Horne of Saratoga Springs and Kristin McCabe of Charlton.The concert is free and takes place by candlelight. The public is invited for festive refreshments afterward. For more information, call (518) 885-1031.
Tuesday, December 16
December Networking Breakfast
Iron Roost, 36 Front St., Ballston Spa, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Can there be a more perfect place for a networking breakfast? As always, cost is $5 with pre-registration (call or email me here) or $10 walk in, both payable at the door.
Wednesday, December 17
Guided Mindful Meditation
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Take a break from the daily grind and clear your mind with guided Mindful Meditation led by professionals from One Roof Holistic Health Center. Sessions are free and open to the public, and will be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. For more information call (518) 584-7860 ext. 250. For additional events at the library visit, www.sspl.org.
Italian Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs,
4:30 – 7 p.m.
Soup, Fettuccine Alfredo, baked ziti, chicken riggies, meatballs, Italian sausage & peppers, antipasto salad, dessert, garlic bread and butter, coffee, tea. Donation: $10 Adults,
$9 Seniors and Military (Active or Retired with ID Card), $6 children 5-12, Children under 5 free. $10 All take-outs. Cash bar available. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Thursday, December 18
A Nightof Inclusion
Saratoga Springs High School Cafeteria, West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
“A Night of Inclusion” at Saratoga Springs High School is designed to bring community members into the school, see many of the amazing things our students, faculty, and staff do on a daily basis, and raise awareness and funds for the Best Buddies Club, an organization created to encourage one-to-one peer relationships between general education students and students with disabilities. There will be many different displays from a variety of classes, clubs, teams, and committees, as well as refreshments and silent auction items donated by local businesses.
Saratoga Relay for Life 2015 Planning Meeting
Marriott Residence Inn, 295 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs, 6 – 7 p.m.
We invite anyone who is interested in learning about Saratoga’s Relay for Life to join us at this planning meeting. Take a little time to find out how you can help support or honor your loved one(s) who has dealt with Cancer. We look forward to some new ideas and help from interested volunteers. New volunteers bring new ideas; please join us. For more information about the Relay please check out the website, www.relayforlife.org/saratogaspringsny. Further information is available from Sheila at (518) 365-2164.
