Friday, October 4

Medicare Fair

Town Hall, Spring St., Schuylerville | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. If you are turning 65 or presently have Medicare, this event is for you. Licensed agents will be on hand to give you the most up to date information you need to make your Medicare decisions. For more information about this Fair call Linda at 518-505-5991

Saturday, October 5

2nd Annual National Child Health Day

The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – Noon. This family-friendly event is dedicated to promoting the importance of children’s health and well-being, with interactive activities that engage both children and parents in fun and educational ways. With a special focus on vision health, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about pediatric eye care and the importance of early screening, while enjoying hands-on exhibits and wellness activities. To learn more about the Children’s Museum at Saratoga and to see a full calendar of events visit https://cmssny.org/events/.

Adirondacon Tabletop Gaming Convention

Charles R Wood Theater, Glens Falls | 9:30 a.m. A full and unique program of activities for tabletop gamers of all ages and interests. Adirondacon invites tabletop gaming enthusiasts from around the area and beyond, to gather for a day of modern tabletop games and other gaming-related events, while raising some money for their chosen local charity, North Shore Animal League – Adirondack Region Cat Adoption Center, based in Glens Falls. To buy passes please visit https://tabletop.events/conventions/adirondacon-7. Or visit our website: www.adirondacon.com

Strides for CJD Awareness and Fundraising Walk

Veterans Memorial Park, Adams Rd. Geyser Rd., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. This is a serious topic but the Strides for CJD is a fun event, bringing together families and friends and anyone else. We have games, free refreshments, Saratoga Santa, Saratoga Springs Fire Dept with a firetruck for kids to have a tour of, and awesome raffles-over 40 this year, all donated by the community including a Mountain Bike, Historic Saratoga Track Horse framed prints, a Team signed NY Giants Football, night at the Holiday Inn, brewery and winery donations, and so much more. We would love to see it listed with a positive invitation to join us! Registration at cjdfoundation.org.

Harvest Arts & Crafts Fair

First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. First Baptist Church Saratoga’s 231st Birthday Celebration! Enjoy family-friendly activities. There will be plenty of activities, food booths, vendors, Kids Zone and more. Indoor and outdoor. 

Goat Brothers 30th Annual Swap Meet

Saratoga County Fairgrounds, 162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Motorcycle show, hot rods/Classic Cars Welcome, live entertainment, motorcycle parts and accessories, gifts and novelties. Admission $10 (under 12 free). Food and beverages available. Info at 518-583-3398, 518-507-6400 or www.goatbrothers.com

Malta Cultural Arts Festival 2024

Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Drive, Malta 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Performances and Workshops will be Indoors and Outdoors, celebrating the cultural diversity of Malta and surrounding communities! The festival includes music performances, dance performances and workshops, drumming workshop. Multicultural displays in the Malta Branch of the Round Lake Library, a presentation from Malta Town Historian-Tom Williams, vendors and food will round out the day. Go to www.maltaparksrec.com for the complete schedule for the day or call Malta Parks and Recreation at 518-899-4411 for additional information.

Basic Ham Radio

Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway | Noon – 2 p.m. To introduce using a Ham Radio. On October 26 from 10 – 12 p.m., the exam to obtain a tech license will be administered. Further instruction will be provided via Zoom between the two sessions. The manual can be purchased on Amazon for $30 (information is available at the library). The exam is $15 ($5 under 18). There is a $20 suggested donation for the class. Call 518-882-6385 for details and registration. Presented by the Eastern Fulmont Amateur Radio Club.

Elktoberfest

Clifton Park Elks Lodge #2466, 695 MacElroy Rd., Ballston Lake | Noon – 6 p.m. Public welcome. Tastings of local craft and German beers, authentic German food – schnitzel, bratwurst, German potato salad, pretzels and more. US Stein holding qualifying event, beer puppeteer, basket raffle. Come dressed for the occasion. 21 and older to drink. Net proceeds benefit Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State. For more information contact elktoberfest@cliftonparkelks.org. 

Make Your Own Herbal Beauty Products

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1 – 4 p.m. The Milton Grange will be offering the next class in its herbal series. Presenter Janis Fallon will show you how easy it is to make your own cosmetics have fun and save money at the same time. Join Master Gardener Janis Fallon and the Milton Grange for this fun, hands on “spa afternoon”! You will bring home samples that you made yourself. Please bring a face cloth and towel. Class size is limited and the cost is $50. For more information, visit www.brooksidemuseum.org

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 2 p.m. Ten short films will be shown, having been selected from 872 submissions from across the globe. This year’s finalists hail from nine countries including the U.S., U. K., Ukraine, Italy, France, and more. Attendees will cast their vote for Best Film and Beset Actor. Runtime for each screening is approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes and includes an intermission. The library will provide refreshments and everyone who attends will be entered into a raffle drawing for a door prize.

Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Charity Benefit Concert  

683 Route 29, Saratoga Springs | 6 – 10 p.m. Featuring The Bacon Brothers! Join us under the stars on for an unforgettable evening of music and community spirit, all in support of our mission to provide therapeutic programs for adults and children with mental illness and social difficulties, Veterans, families and couples, victims of domestic violence, and others in need of care. Your attendance will directly impact individuals in our community who benefit immensely from these programs. This event is our single biggest fundraiser of the year. For tickets, visit https://thsaratoga.org

Sunday, October 6

2024 Cars and Coffee: Trunk or Treat Edition

Adirondack Basement Systems, 80 Sheehan St., Mechanicville | 8 a.m. – Noon. Bringing community together, while raising funds and donations for the Capital Region Toys for Tots. Classic cars in the show will be decked out for Halloween, while participants hand out candy to spectators. Children are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character and come enjoy a morning of trick or treating! There will also be a large bounce house for extra fun! Car enthusiasts of all levels are welcome to show off their finest vehicles for a good cause; no registration or payment required to attend. Free event, however, donations for Toys for Tots are greatly appreciated.

History Caravan

Saratoga National Historical Park, Visitor Center, 648 Route 32, Stillwater | 9:30 a.m. Looking for a more in-depth, hands-on experience during your visit? Join a Park Volunteer for a caravan-style tour of the Battlefield! Tours will last 2.5-3 hours. Follow along in your own vehicle for as long as you like. May be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. If you would like to reserve your spot and be notified in case of the need to reschedule due to weather, contact sara_reservations@nps.gov.

Autumn Stroll: Wealth & Wellness: Franklin Square

Meet: Northwest Corner of Division Street and Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Stroll leader Carrie Woerner, Assemblywoman and former Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Executive Director will highlight historic Franklin Square, Saratoga’s oldest residential neighborhood. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Farrell Goehring Organ Concert

First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. Farrell Goehring, Organist, will play music of Andrew Lloyd Weber, Beethoven, Sibelius & Louis Vierne. The concert is presented without charge to the public. Donations towards the organ fund will be greatly accepted. Reception to follow. 

Monday, October 7

Battle of Bemus Heights Walking Tour

Saratoga National Historical Park, The Tide Turns parking lot (stop 5), 648 Route 32, Stillwater | 1 p.m.  Join Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer as he gives a guided tour of the fields where the Battle of Bemus Heights – the second battle of Saratoga – was fought on October 7, 1777. The battle was one of the most decisive American victories of the Revolutionary War and put an end to the British scheme to capture Albany. Major new information has reshaped our understanding of Benedict Arnold’s role in the battle, and discussing his heroism in the fight will be a highlight of the tour. No sign-up required. Tour should last 1 hour.

Galway Preservation Society Meeting

Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Road, Galway | Doors open at 6:45. This month’s program will be on the 115th NY Infantry of the Civil War with particular attention to local soldiers from Galway and the surrounding area. The presentation will be given by Scott Young. Our programs are always open the public, free of charge. If you choose, annual family or household memberships are available for $10 per year. Please join us to learn more about 115th New York Infantry Regiment.

Tuesday, October 8

Dehydrate Hiking Season Snacks

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa 5-7 p.m. Going hiking this fall? Bring along the perfect healthy snacks on your scenic adventure! This class will cover education on dehydrating foods as a key preservation method, where participants will learn how to make their own healthy fruit roll up (fruit leather), and vegetable chips. Education on drying herbs will also be provided. Register today to learn how to make your own nutritious snacks that are shelf stable, and that you can take on the go anywhere, anytime! Call 885-8995 to pre-register two days in advance. Cost: $15.

Wednesday, October 9

Building Belonging Workshop

SUNY ADK- Saratoga Campus | 8 – 11:30 a.m. A workshop exploring how a sense of belonging in companies and communities impacts talent recruitment and retention. Featuring a discussion on: Reimagining Talent in Modern Workplaces with Netta Jenkins, CEO of Aerodei, author and leading voice on global inclusivity. $40 per attendee. To register, visit www.saratoga.org.

Chicken and Biscuits Dinner 

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken and biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad. Dinner for $15 (cash only). 

Green Drinks

The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. Green Drinks! 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. Green Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.

Thursday, October 10

Brown Bag Lunch: A Heritage in Poetry & Song

Dutcher Community Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m. Joseph Bruchac, Saratoga Spring’s first Poet Laureate, and Jesse Bruchac will be performing original poems accompanied by new and traditional Abenaki music with flute, drum and guitar, reflecting the rich history and Native heritage of our region. Please join us for this unique program! Free and open to the public. 

Saratoga Veterans Chorus Rehearsal

American Legion Post 70, West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. All veterans of the Nation’s armed forces, including current active, Reserve, and Guard service members, are cordially invited to learn more about the camaraderie of choral singing in a “no audition” informal setting. Rehearsals are twice monthly on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Choral instruction by a retired music educator. For more information contact Scott at 518 885-1326.

This Week’s Events:   sep 27 – oct 3

Friday,
September 27

Cozy Corner Stitchers 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 4-6 p.m. This is an opportunity for adults and older teens to gather and socialize while working on any fiber art project they are currently creating.   This group meets every month on the 4th Friday from 4-6 p.m.  Registration is requested, but not required, at 518-882-6385.  

Saturday, September 28

Fly-In / Drive-In Breakfast

Empire State Aerosciences Museum, 250 Rudy Chase Dr., Glenville 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Enjoy an assortment of pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, potatoes, juice, coffee, tea, fruit and more. Breakfast is open to the public. At 10 a.m., local pilot Edward Chevrette, author of “Wings of Fortune, personal tales from the golden age of Aviation” will give a light-hearted talk about his career in flight instruction. Fly-In if you would like. Pilots: Tower Frequency 121.3; Ground 121.9. Land at Schenectady County Airport and taxi to Richmor Aviation North. Tell them you are going to ESAM.

Flavors of the Fall Bake Sale and Café Fundraiser

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Ext., Malta | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Baked goods will be available for purchase. Come, bring a friend, join us for coffee/tea and conversation while enjoying a homemade baked goodie.  A love offering basket will be available for the café. For directions or other information, call the church at 518-581-0210.

American Legion Monthly Meeting

Adirondack Post 70, 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m.

Saratoga’s Giant PumpkinFest

Saratoga Springs City Center Parking Garage, 11-77 High rock Ave., Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. Giant pumpkin growers from the Northeast will again compete to grow the biggest pumpkin of the year! Check out dozens of giant pumpkins at this popular fall event. This is a free event. 

Turkey Dinner 

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa | 4 – 6 p.m. The menu will include turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry, roll and dessert. The cost is 2 for $30 or $17 each (cash only). Please preorder Thursday or Friday (9/26 or 9/27) 4:00 to 6:00. To place your order call 518-885-1149 or email dinners2619@gmail.com, Limited quantities available at the door. All are welcome.

Marc Ribot: Charlie Chaplin’s “The Kid” (1921)

Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 8 p.m. Legendary guitarist Marc Ribot will accompany the 1921 silent film “The Kid” with his delicate and at times haunting solo guitar score, contemporizing Charlie Chaplin’s work as a relevant story about our era’s economic and social conditions. Ribot will also perform a short solo set before the film. Tickets range from $5 to $20. https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/zankel/7074/event/1379633 

Sunday, September 29

Breakfast Buffet

ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m. Eggs to order, bacon, pancakes, etc. Adults $10, Seniors $9, Children 10 & under $5, Children under 5 free, Takeout orders $12. 

Outboard Motor Wet Swap Meet

Schroon Lake Town Boat Launch, Dock St., Schroon Lake | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

Buy, sell or trade motors, boats and parts. Get advice on your old motor. Find sources for parts and service, Wet meet (boats in the water). Antique motor displays. Identify your motor. For further information contact Michael Glenn 518-505-3558. Open to the public, no admission fee. Refreshments available (donations accepted.)

Autumn Sunday Stroll

Meet: Southeast Corner of Nelson and Union Avenues, Saratoga Springs| 10:30 a.m. Join Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator and explore the area surrounding the Saratoga Race Course! This walking tour highlights the history of the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Training Track, and the Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email shedge@saratogapreservation.org. 

“Color of Sound” Saratoga Community Arts Concert

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2 – 3 p.m. Flutist Melanie Chirignan along with pianist Melinda Faylor and cellist Laura Melnicoff – Classically trained musicians who take elements of classical pieces and reimagine them into improvised compositions. They commissioned artist Mercedes Soriano to take a time-lapse video of them painting to one of the trio’s improvisations, which will be projected behind the performers while they play live to it, adding a captivating visual component. The 45-minute concert will be followed by a 10–15-minute question and answer portion. Free, open to the public.

Frederick Douglass Speaks on Democracy

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 2 p.m. The Saratoga County History Center and the Saratoga Springs Black Elks have joined together to cosponsor a timely presentation by Frederick Douglass interpreter Nathan M. Richardson. Mr. Richardson will lead a conversation about the meaning of American democracy from the perspective of the renowned former slave turned writer, orator and abolitionist. Hear how his relationship with other abolitionists and several Presidents influenced his beliefs which remain important today. This event is underwritten by a generous donation from Frederic Sober Jr.  for more information, visit www.brooksidemuseum.org. 

Harmonies of Verse and Voice

Saratoga United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs | 3 p.m. Poems of CATULLUS, Emily DICKINSON and Edna St. Vincent MILLAY | TRADITIONAL: Black is the Color of my True Love’s Hair; Down in the Willow Garden | Gustav HOLST: Four Songs for Voice and Violin | Lily Holgate, violin; Chloe Holgate, soprano. Season Tickets: Adults: $108; Seniors: $90; Students: $72.Students. Individual Tickets: Adults: $30; Seniors: $25; Students: $20. For more information and to get tickets, visit www.saratogachamberplayers.org

Monday, September 30

Song Swap with Jeff Walton

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 7:15 – 8:45 p.m. Grab your favorite acoustic (or electric!) instrument, bring your love of music, and join us for an informal song swap led by local musician, Jeff Walton. Feel free to bring your own tunes to play and share. No registration is required.

Tuesday,
October 1

27th Annual Autumn Jewels Show

Clifton Park Community Senior Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park | The Southern Saratoga Art Society’s 27th Annual Autumn Jewels Show will be held from October 1 – Oct 30.  This is a judged show featuring cash prizes for artwork and photography and is open to the public.  A reception and award presentation will be held on Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center.  

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Meeting

(CDA) Court McLaughlin #422, Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Members gather at 5:45PM for recitation of the Rosary, followed by refreshments. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. All members and prospective members are invited to attend. Please contact Regent Dawn Weber if you have any questions. 518-226-5641

Wednesday, October 2

Roast Pork Dinner 

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy and roll, tossed salad. Dinner for $15 (cash only). 

History of Winslow’s Restaurant in Wilton, NY

Wilton Heritage Museum, 5 Parkhurst Rd, Wilton | 6 p.m. The Wilton Heritage Society will present Jeff Baker. Jeff ran Winslow’s Restaurant for many years after acquiring it from his grandparents, Tess and Harold Clute.  Many in Wilton still remember Tess and Harold and the wonderful turkey dinners they served.  Winslow’s has been a staple in Wilton and the turkey dinners are legendary.  Everyone is awaiting news on what’s next for Winslow’s.  Perhaps Jeff will solve that mystery for us.  Join us for a potluck dinner, followed by the presentation. 

Pickin’s Session

310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa| 6:30 – 9 p.m. Open to the Public, Free Admission & ample free parking.

Doors open 6 p.m. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel & bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

Poetry Reading

Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m.  Caffè Lena presents a poetry reading by Jackie Craven. An open mic poetry reading will follow. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students. The featured reading will also be livestreamed. You can find a link for the livestream at caffelena.org, 518-583-0022.

Thursday, October 3

Brooks BBQ

Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | 3:30 – 6:30 or sold out.  Chicken dinners are $17 and include half chicken, potato, cold slaw and dinner roll. Thank you for your support.

Saratoga County Business Showcase

Gideon Putnam, Saratoga Spa State Park | 4 – 6:30 p.m. Area professionals are invited to make connections amid a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere. Eventgoers will have the chance to interact with exhibitors to grow their network and find potential future partners. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards. More information about the event is available online at saratoga.org. Businesses and organizations interested in being an exhibitor or sponsor are encouraged to reserve booth space by emailing Andrea Cole at acole@saratoga.org. Limited spaces are available.

Using Our Natural Resources More Effectively

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m. A discussion and brainstorming session of ways to improve the use of our natural resources in and by our community.  The program is open to teens and adults.  Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

Upcoming Events

Harvest Arts &
Crafts Fair

First Baptist Church Saratoga’s 231st Birthday Celebration! October 5, 2024. Vendors needed – we’re looking for vendors of all sorts with unique products and treasures to sell. The harvest fair is located in an excellent location in the heart of downtown Saratoga. There will be plenty of activities, food and more. Vendor booths are 6 – 8 ft. table space for $30. Indoor and outdoor spots available. For more information and vendor applications call 518-584-6301 or 518-587-1471, email: firstbaptistsaratoga@gmail.com. 

Farrell Goehring Organ Concert

On Sunday, October 6 at 2 p.m. Farrell Goehring, Organist, will play music of Andrew Lloyd Weber, Beethoven, Sibelius & Louis Vierne at the First Baptist Church, located at 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. The concert is presented without charge to the public. Donations towards the organ fund will be greatly accepted. Reception to follow. 

Heritage Hunters 2024 Annual Genealogy Conference

Saturday, October 19 at The Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. At 8:45 a.m., Judith Harper, will present the program “Add PERSI, ArchivGrid, and HDI to your Family Research Toolbox!” At 10:30 a.m., Keren Weiner will speak about “Digging Deeper, Finding Our Family Roots.” At 1 p.m., Lynn Calvin will talk about “Navigating the Saratoga County Genweb Site.” At 2:15 p.m., John Cromie will cover the topics “Underused Resources at the County Clerk’s Office” and “Ask a Lawyer Your Genealogy Questions.” Light refreshments and lunch will be provided. Full details at Saratoga County Heritage Hunters on Facebook. Cost is $25. Non-members call Ginny at 518-885-9309 by October 11.

 

Friday, September 20

Tea and Talk: A Specia Book

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 3 – 4 p.m. Please come prepared to discuss a book that was special to you at any stage in your life. It can be a book that thoroughly entertained you, influenced your life in some manner, or taught you something. Bring a copy of your special book along, if you wish. Tea and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome! Registration is suggested at 518-882-6385.

Patrice Malatestinic – Works on Paper Weekend Art Show

Movement Insights Studio at Malta Commons, 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Suite 10, Malta | 5 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 21, 2 – 6 p.m. An eclectic mix of various media. The pieces are theatrical, humorous and whimsical. Some pieces are abstract, some figurative, but they all inspire narrative.

Saturday, September 21

Third Annual Paint Collection Day

Saratoga Springs High School Parking Lot, 1 Blue Streak Blvd., Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sustainable Saratoga in partnership with GreenSheen will collect and recycle the following items at this event: Interior and exterior architectural paints: latex, acrylic, water-based, alkyd, oil-based, enamel, deck coatings, floor paints (including elastomeric), primers sealers, undercoaters, stains, shellacs, sealers, varnishes, urethanes (single component), waterproofing concrete/masonry/wood sealers and repellants (not tar or bitumen-based), metal coatings, rust preventatives, field and law paints. Items not accepted include aerosols, cleaning agents, driveway sealer, roof patch, craft paint, auto paint or hazardous waste. Containers cannot be empty or leaking and must contain the original manufacturer label. www.sustainablesaratoga.org.

Wellspring’s Pooch Parade

Congress Park, 25 E Congress St, Saratoga Springs | 10 – 11 a.m. Bring your pup to Congress Park in Downtown Saratoga to support Wellspring! $25/pup. Community walk around the park, pro photos, local businesses, raffles, and more. Proceeds support Wellspring’s Safe Pet Partnership: our program that ensures no one is left behind to abuse, pets included. Register at: wellspringcares.org/pooch2024. Wellspring is the domestic violence & sexual assault services provider for Saratoga County & sexual assault services provider for Washington County.

Charlton Freehold Fall Festival

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd. Charlton | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be crafters, vendors, and live music. Also, snacks, lunch, and baked items. For more information call 518-399-4831.

Easy Holiday Faux Stained Glass

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A crafting class for the whole family, ages 7 – adult. Come create beautiful, easy stained glass with templates for the holidays. Your artwork will be displayed at the library during the month of December as part of our local Artist of the Month! Registration is required by calling 518-882-6385, and space is limited. Materials will be provided, but ask about preparation details for what needs to be completed and brought to class.

Genealogy and Local History

Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville | 1 p.m. Heritage Hunters will meet for a program titled, “Love Your Neighbor”, presented by Ruby Marcotte. It is about a small community “on the mountain”, west of Corinth where Ruby was raised. The community has a rich history of families and friends’ connectedness that continues today. Her talk will explore that persistent, multi-generational web. Ruby has been a Town historian, a folklorist, and a volunteer at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa. Her latest photo exhibit at the Museum is “Saratoga Springs Storefronts on Broadway in 1867.” The public is welcome. For information call 518-885-9309.

Chicken BBQ

247 Grand Ave. in Saratoga Springs | Noon – 6 p.m. ITAM Vets Post #35 Son’s are having a Chicken BBQ open to the public at the Post Facility at Serving burgers, meatballs, baked beans, salads and more from noon to 4 p.m. Then BBQ chicken, potato salad and corn on the cob until close. Raw and Steamed Crabs are available throughout the day. Entertainment includes music and yard games. The price is $25 per person. Tickets are on sale at Post 35 at 247 Grand Ave. Saratoga Springs. Proceeds to benefit local veteran’s organizations.

Native American Gardening

Grant Cottage, 1000 Mt. McGregor Rd., Wilton | 2 p.m. Join us to celebrate the U.N.’s International Day of Peace by learning about the relationship between people and the gardens of Earth, seed preservation, Native diets and meals, natural pest control, and the importance of the Circle of Life. The presenter is storyteller and author Joseph Bruchac. The program is based on his book. The book was co-authored with Michael J. Caduto and shares stories, projects, and recipes for families.

Chicken and Biscuit Dinner Drive-thru

Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls | 4 -7 p.m. Our dinner is made from scratch with chicken breast, country gravy, buttermilk biscuits, real mashed potatoes, a vegetable, cranberry sauce and two large homemade oatmeal raisin cookies. Ticket prices: Adults – $12; Children under 12 – $9. Don’t miss out. Only 350 dinners will be sold. Call 518-885-4794 to make reservations. Leave your name, telephone number and the number of adult and/or children tickets you would like to reserve. A representative from Simpson will call back to confirm your order.

Sunday, September 22

Autumn Sunday Stroll: Mail-Order Houses of Saratoga

Meet: Northwest corner of Lake and East Avenues, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Madison C. Squires will highlight the “Kit House” era – a time when the average person could not only put a check through the mail, but order and receive an entire house as well. This tour features houses on East and Pinewood avenues. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

12^th Annual Bug’s Boston Terrier Parade

Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. Parade signup begins at 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Spirit of Life Statue. Look for the black and white balloons. Northeast Boston Terrier Rescue, https://nebostonrescue.com/.

Repair Café

Saratoga Springs Public Library, 42 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 1 – 4 p.m. Saratoga Springs Public Library and Sustainable Saratoga are excited to host our 12th Repair Café. We will have coaches available to help you fix your lamps, small appliances, computers, leather, jewelry, or sew/hem your favorite item of clothing or beloved stuffed animal. We can’t wait to see you!

The Harmony Corners Famous Chicken Barbecue

Harmony Corners Firehouse, Route 67, Charlton | 3 – 6 p.m. This will be drive-thru takeout only, serving ticket holders. Tickets are available at Smith’s Pie Shop in Charlton, Mail N More in Burnt Hills, Nate’s Snow Plow Repair & Service in Ballston Lake and McConchie’ Heritage Acres Campground. Dinner includes 1/2 Chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, coleslaw, roll, bottle of water, and a slice of pie. All for $16.

Car Show

Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Rain date September 29. Classic, custom, collectible – all years welcome. Vendors, trophies, food, DJ, raffles, 50/50. For pre-registration forms email Pat at PKaniuka@gmail.com. Text or call 518-859-2648.

Monday, September 23

Southern Saratoga Art Society Demonstration

Clifton Park Community Senior Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. SSAS will host artist Kathy Klompas who will do a free and open to the public demonstration. Kathy is a non-traditional artist. She is a printmaker, silk scarf creator and entrepreneur. Her art explores the expressive use of color, mark-making and surface design on paper and textiles, employing printmaking on paper and fabric, stretching and mixed media collage.  For more information about SSAS, visit: www.southernsaratogaartist.com

Tuesday, September 24

Pierogi Sale

Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake | Pickup 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. As usual we will have potato/cheese, kraut and farmer’s cheese pierogies. All pierogi orders are $12/dozen.  Please call ahead to order 518-363-0001.

A Call to Spy Panel Discussion

Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m.

Temple Sinai of Saratoga Springs, the historical drama, written by Sarah Megan Thomas and directed by Lydia Dean Pilcher, pays tribute to the “lady spies” recruited into England’s Special Operations Executive (SOE) during WWII. The SOE was a secret organization created in 1940 after the fall of France to the Nazis. The SOE started recruiting women into intelligence roles because it believed they could move more freely than men in occupied territories. The film may be streamed free from Kanopy or purchased from Amazon Prime or Apple. It also may be available to subscribers of AMC+ and IFC+. Advance registration is required. To register, click on https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/HBOw3hU/ACalltoSpy.

Wednesday, September 25

Wednesday Walking Tours – Corinth Rural Cemetery

Corinth Rural Cemetery, 600 Palmer Ave., Corinth | 1 – 2:30 p.m. Corinth Town Historian Rachel Clothier will explore the stories behind the gravestones at this cemetery located on Route 9N as you enter the village. From soldiers and sailors to merchants and miscreants, attendees will discover a sampling of the people who have lived in Corinth over two centuries. Rachel will also discuss the consolidation of other earlier cemeteries into this large cemetery. Registration is available at the History Center’s website https://brooksidemuseum.org. Suggested donations for the tours are $10. Specific directions will be available upon registration.

Chicken Marsala Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken marsala, wild rice, vegetable, salad, roll. Dinner for $15 (cash only).

Photography Club

Galway Public Library Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. This month Dave Waite will present “Following Rte. 30: Mayfield to Debar Pond.” Combining photographs from his portfolio and stories from Adirondack history, Dave takes you on a journey along this 150-mile corridor through the center of the Adirondacks. We will also be reviewing photographs submitted for this month’s Photo Challenge: Capture the Blur: Slow Shutter Speed. Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com.

A Saving Grace – A Unique Vietnam War Story

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 7-8:30 p.m. Kat Fitzpatrick, daughter of a CIA operative, will speak of her Vietnam experience, sharing why her family was invited into a critical war zone in 1974, insight into the super-secret propaganda radio station her father coordinated, and share personally documented glimpses into the slow, but steady decline of America’s footing in that beleaguered country. Her book, For the Love of Vietnam, will be available for purchase and signing. This event is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.

Thursday, September 26

Frank Leslie Buys Women’s Votes

Saratoga Springs History Museum, 1 E Congress St., Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m. This special event will celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of Miriam Leslie, also known as Frank Leslie. She made a transformative impact on journalism and women’s suffrage. The evening will feature hors d’oeuvres by Simply Food by Maura, with admission including food and drinks. Tickets are priced at $30 for History Museum members and $40 for non-members. For tickets and information, visit www.saratogahistory.org, call 518-584-6920 or email info@saratogahistory.org.

Veteran’s Choral Singing

American Legion Post 70, West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. All veterans of the Nation’s armed forces, including current active, Reserve, and Guard service members, are cordially invited to learn more about the camaraderie of choral singing in a “no audition” informal setting. Rehearsals are twice monthly on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Choral instruction by a retired music educator. For more information contact Scott at 518 885-1326.

Origin of Saratoga Chips

Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville | 7 p.m. Potato Chips are not just a crispy treat, they are also an integral element of our local culinary heritage in Saratoga County. Come to the meeting of the Old Saratoga Historical Association as we explore some of the origin stories for this popular snack and discuss who may have been the first to fry up some “Saratoga Chips”. Snacks provided. The program will be presented by Anne Clothier, Assistant to the Saratoga County Historian, who in 2022 curated an exhibit on the topic at Brookside Museum, home of the Saratoga County History Center.

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Friday,
September 13

Poetry/Storytelling Open Mic

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1 p.m. $5 suggested donation. The program will begin with a reading by local poet Maggie Greaves followed by the open mic. Each open mic participant has five minutes to read two short poems or one long one. Storytellers have five minutes to tell, narrate or perform their piece. If you are reading a poem or storytelling, please be respectful of your fellow writers by reading for five minutes or less. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, September 14

Huge Annual Schuylerville Town Yard Sale 

Old Saratoga Reformed Church, Corner of Pearl St. and Burgoyne St. Schuylerville | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Food sales and music featuring DJ Chris Tucker. We hope you can join us for some fun.

New Autumn Stroll, “Lincoln Park”

Meets at the Washington Bathhouse (National Museum of Dance), 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Join Linda Harvey for a stroll through Lincoln Park in Saratoga Spa State Park, a National Historic Landmark. Discover the park’s history from its early carbonic acid plants to the creation of the State Reservation in 1909 and the construction of the Lincoln and Washington Bathhouses in the 1920s. This tour is in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park, a non-profit organization that supports and enhances the park’s historic, natural, and recreational resources. To learn more about the Friends group, please visit https://friendsofsaratogaspastatepark.org/.

Meet the Breeds

4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Rd., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. This event gives dog lovers the unique opportunity to meet with more than 25 different breeds. Learn about each breed’s historical purpose/function, traits, and attributes as a family pet, all while learning about responsible dog ownership and which breeds may be right for your family. Free and open to the public. There will be demonstrations for agility and obedience, K-9 Officer, and Newfie draft.  Meet with local canine businesses including trainers and veterinarians. Concessions also included. For more information call 518-885-8995. 

Composting in the Cold

Pitney Meadow Farms, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs |11 a.m. Did you know you can keep composting your food scraps even after the leaves fall and the snow begins to fly? Our “Composting in the Cold” workshop will address how to optimize your fall leaf cleanup and ready your backyard compost system for hibernation. Beginning composters welcome. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/composting-in-the-cold/

Free Lunch

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Extension, Malta Ridge | 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. A soup and sandwich lunch will be served at no charge. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

Sunday, September 15

All You Can Eat Breakfast

The Gansevoort Volunteer Fire Department, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort |8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Eggs cooked to order, omelets, pancakes, hash, French toast, home fries, biscuits, sausage gravy, orange Juice, milk, and coffee. Donations: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors 55+, $10 Military and 1st Responders, $8 Children (age 6 – 12) Free kids under 6.

Autumn Sunday Stroll: Down in the Valley: Historic Fifth & Madison Avenues

Meet: NE corner of Nelson and Fifth Avenues | 10:30 a.m. Debbie Studwell will highlight the diverse architectural styles and historic development of Fifth and Madison avenues, showcasing Saratoga’s growth from the late 1800s to the 1940s. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance.  The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Picnic With a Purpose 

Gavin Park, Wilton | 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. The Wilton Democratic Committee invites you to join us for a cookout, live music, friends and fun!  $25- single ticket — $40 –2 or more tickets. Meet our local candidates for State and National office and learn how you can get involved and help elect Democrats-across the board! Free Harris/Walz Sign.  https://secure.actblue.com/donate/wdc2024picnic Or visit us on Facebook or Instagram.

Acclaimed Organist Gail Archer

Round Lake Auditorium, 2 Wesley Ave., Round Lake | 4 p.m. Gail Archer is an international concert organist, recording artist, choral conductor and lecturer who draws attention to composer anniversaries or musical themes with her annual recital series including Max Reger, The Muse’s Voice, An American Idyll, Liszt, Bach, Mendelssohn and Messiaen.  Tickets are $15. To reserve tickets or for more information, visit roundlakeauditorium.org or call 518-899-2800. 

“Babes In Toyland” Auditions

By Appointment Only | The Town of Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe presents “Babes In Toyland,”  produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services. Auditions are Sunday, September 15 or Wednesday, September 18, by appointment only. Looking for actors and actresses, singers and dancers, children, teens and adults for this upbeat musical to be performed on the Malta Community Center Stage December 14 & 15. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at theater@malta-town.org or 518-899-4411 x305 for appointment or additional information.

Monday, September 16

Full Moon Hike at Big Bend

Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center, 605 Old Saratoga Rd., Gansevoort | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Join a park educator on a beginner hike at the new Big Bend Preserve. If the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Harvest” moon rising! This hike is family-friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the trailhead. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511, the earlier the better as this is a popular program and it fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, September 17

Voter Registration

Various Locations | League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will hold several voter registration events in September in various sites around the county. At these events, residents can register to vote, obtain an absentee ballot application, make changes in their addresses, in their enrollments, and learn where to find information about polling places and what will be on the ballot in November. For locations and times check our website: https://lwvsaratoga.org/events

September Meeting and Annual Covered Dish Dinner

Town of Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Rd., Greenfield Center | 6 p.m. The dinner will be followed by a meeting at 7 p.m. The program will be Visher Ferry – A Forgotten Crossroads presented by Dave Waite. This was produced by Saratoga County History Center, directed by Jim Richmond and edited by Dave Waite. The film traces this unique community from its first settlement to the present through interviews with local residents telling the story of this historic hamlet which grew alongside the Erie Canal but remains vibrant to this day. All are welcome to attend.

Wednesday, September 18

Stuffed Shells Dinner 

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: stuffed shells, meatballs, sweet sausage, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner for $15 (cash only). 

Astronomy Club 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m.  There will be a presentation on fall constellations. This group meets monthly on the third Wednesday, and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older).  Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

Thursday, September 19

The Bemis Heights Regiment: The 77th New York Volunteers in the Civil War

Saratoga Springs History Museum, 1 E Congress St, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. This captivating event will delve into the story of the 77th New York Volunteers, a regiment composed of men from Saratoga County who played a vital role in the Civil War. Their history is deeply tied to our local heritage, and we believe it will resonate strongly with your readers and audience. Tickets: $10 for general entrance, free entry for History Museum members.

Upcoming Events

Patrice Malatestinic – Works on Paper Weekend Art Show

An eclectic mix of various media. The pieces are theatrical, humorous and whimsical.  Some pieces are abstract, some figurative, but they all inspire narrative. Friday, September 20, 5 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 21, 2 – 6 p.m. at Movement Insights Studio at Malta Commons, 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Suite 10, Malta. 

Wellspring’s Pooch Parade

Bring your pup to Congress Park in Downtown Saratoga to support Wellspring! $25/pup. Community walk around the park, pro photos, local businesses, raffles, and more. Proceeds support Wellspring’s Safe Pet Partnership: our program that ensures no one is left behind to abuse, pets included. September 21, 10 – 11 a.m. Congress Park, 25 E Congress St, Saratoga Springs. Register at: wellspringcares.org/pooch2024. Wellspring is the domestic violence & sexual assault services provider for Saratoga County & sexual assault services provider for Washington County. 

Charlton Freehold Fall Festival

Saturday, September 21, 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be crafters, vendors, and live music.  Also, snacks, lunch, and baked items.  The event is located at Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd.  Charlton.  For more information call 518-399-4831. 

Genealogy and Local History

Heritage Hunters will meet Saturday, September 21 at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville. “Love Your Neighbor” will be the program presented by Ruby Marcotte. It is about a small community “on the mountain”, west of Corinth where Ruby was raised. The community has a rich history of families and friends’ connectedness that continues today. Her talk will explore that persistent, multi-generational web. Ruby has been a Town historian, a folklorist, and a volunteer at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa. Her latest photo exhibit at the Museum is “Saratoga Springs Storefronts on Broadway in 1867.” The public is welcome. For information call 518-885-9309.

Chicken BBQ 

ITAM Vets Post #35 Son’s are having a Chicken BBQ open to the public at the Post Facility at 247 Grand Ave. in Saratoga Springs on September 21 from Noon – 6 p.m. Serving burgers, meatballs, baked beans, salads and more from noon to 4 p.m. Then BBQ chicken, potato salad and corn on the cob until close.  Raw and Steamed Crabs are available throughout the day. Entertainment includes music and yard games. The price is $25 per person.  Tickets are on sale at Post 35 at 247 Grand Ave. Saratoga Springs. Proceeds to benefit local veteran’s organizations.

The Harmony Corners Famous Chicken Barbecue

The BBQ will be held on Sunday, September 22 at the Harmony Corners Firehouse, Route 67, Charlton.

This will be drive-thru takeout only, serving ticket holders between 3 and 6 p.m. Tickets are available at Smith’s Pie Shop in Charlton, Mail N More in Burnt Hills, Nate’s Snow Plow Repair & Service in Ballston Lake and McConchie’ Heritage Acres Campground. Dinner includes 1/2 Chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, coleslaw, roll, bottle of water, and a slice of pie. All for $16.

Car Show

Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 car show will be held on September 22, 9 a.m.  – 3 p.m. at One Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. Rain date September 29. Classic, custom, collectible – all years welcome. Vendors, trophies, food, DJ, raffles, 50/50. For pre-registration forms email Pat at PKaniuka@gmail.com. Text or call 518-859-2648. 

22nd Duathlon Mohawk Towpath Byway

This exciting event offers participants the chance to experience the beauty of the Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway with a 2-mile run, a 12-mile bike ride, and another 2-mile run. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a first-time competitor, this USA Triathlon-sanctioned event is perfect for anyone looking to challenge themselves while enjoying the scenic landscapes of upstate New York. The race begins at Riverview Orchards, where you’ll transition between running and biking amidst the fall colors and picturesque views of the Mohawk River and Erie Canal. It takes place on Sunday, October 20, 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit https://www.mohawktowpath.org/2024/08/20/2024-mohawk-towpath-scenic-byway-duathlon/ Proceeds from this event benefit the Friends of the Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway.

6-Hour Live Defensive Driving

Saturday October 26, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Save 10% on Auto Insurance for 3 years and reduce 4 points off record.  10-minute morning break and ½ hour for lunch – bring your own or step out. No formal testing.

Cost: $40 prepaid or $45 at door. Limited seating, please pre-register. Donation given to the church. Call:  518-784-5009 or register online: www.facetofacecourses.com. Instructors: Victor Bujanow and Deborah Harpine. 

27th Annual Autumn Jewels Show

The Southern Saratoga Art Society’s 27th Annual Autumn Jewels Show will be held from October 1 – Oct 30 at the Clifton Park Community Senior Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park.  This is a judged show featuring cash prizes for artwork and photography and is open to the public.  A reception and award presentation will be held on Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center.  Deadline for entry is Friday, September 20, 2024.  For Entry form and fees, go to: www.southernsaratogaartist.com

7th Annual Dan Provost Memorial Walk for Awareness and Recovery

Registration, fun and games begin at 9 a.m. with a 1.25-mile family-friendly walk at approx. 10 a.m.  Refreshments, free Narcan training, addiction recovery resources and program information and numerous raffle items will be available. The Walk is in memory of Saratoga resident Dan Provost, who passed away in 2014 at age 23 as a result of a drug overdose after struggling for several years with substance use disorder. The purpose of the Walk is to remember lives taken too soon, to raise awareness of addictions, to educate the community about recovery services and celebrate those living in recovery.  Suggested individual donation is $10, family donation $20. Register at https://zippyreg.com/register/danprovost. Proceeds of this event will benefit area recovery and education programs, Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga and the Healing Springs Recovery Community and Outreach Center.  For more information, contact Ken & Maureen Provost at 518-587-8422,  danprovostmemorialwalk@gmail.com or facebook. Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Rd., Saratoga Springs 

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Friday, September 6

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon through October, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, September 7

New Autumn Stroll, “Lincoln Park”

Meets at the Washington Bathhouse (National Museum of Dance), 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Join Linda Harvey for a stroll through Lincoln Park in Saratoga Spa State Park, a National Historic Landmark. Discover the park’s history from its early carbonic acid plants to the creation of the State Reservation in 1909 and the construction of the Lincoln and Washington Bathhouses in the 1920s. This tour is in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park, a non-profit organization that supports and enhances the park’s historic, natural, and recreational resources. To learn more about the Friends group, please visit https://friendsofsaratogaspastatepark.org/.

Sunday, September 8

Autumn Sunday Stroll: Down in the Valley: Exploring the Gut

Meet: the northwest corner of Putnam and Spring Streets at the Hathorn Spring | 10:30 a.m. 

Alexandra explores the area behind Broadway known as “The Gut,” which was home to many working-class and Jewish families who provided important contributions to the community. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance.  The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on the Autumn strolls or to purchase tickets visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale  

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 11-3 p.m.  Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and lunch.  We offer a variety of shopping with necklace sets, earrings, body lotions, clothing, as well as household items, knitted and crocheted gifts, hand-made items, clothing, Antiques, Vintage items, hand-painted rocks, food treats and just about anything you can imagine may be found here.  New vendors sign up every month. All proceeds go to our local charities.  An 8’ table and chairs are just $15.  Email Debbie at dozolins@nycap.rr.com for information or to sign up for a table(s).  

14th Annual Curtis Lumber Car and Truck Show

Curtis Lumber, 885 State Route 67, Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Calling all car and truck enthusiasts! Join us for a fun, family-friendly day at one of the largest car and truck shows in the Capital Region. Free to spectate with free parking! Whether you own a classic, a modern marvel, or a custom tuner, all makes and models are welcome to showcase–there’s no cut-off year! Registration for show vehicles is $20 if you pre-register online, or $25 on the day of the show. Enjoy music from DJ Jason of Raven Events, complimentary face painting, balloon twisting, trivia with prizes, a 50/50 raffle benefiting the WTEN/Steve Caporizzo’s Pet Connection, tasty food trucks, and more. Leashed pets are welcome! For full details visit www.CurtisLumberCarShow.com or find the event on Facebook.   

Annual Chicken BBQ 

St. Therese Chape, Rt 32 & Gansevoort-Wilton Rd., Gansevoort | 11 a.m.  –  4 p.m. (or when sold out)  Dinner includes half a chicken, corn on the cob, baked potato, coleslaw, and a homemade dessert.  Dinners $15.00. For Reservations Call 518-792-2276.  Leave name, phone number, # of meals, and pick up time.  No Reservations after 2 p.m.

Annual Chicken BBQ

Middle Grove United Methodist Church, 429 Middle Grove Rd. Middle Grove| 3 – 6 p.m. (or until sold out.) Meal includes: 1/2 chicken, roasted potatoes, coleslaw, roll, homemade cookie & lemonade for $15. Drive thru – take out only.  

Miss Jane Pittman

Temple Sinai – Zoom Presentation | 7 p.m. Social justice series and virtual film discussion. 

Join our panel to discuss The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, an award winning, highly acclaimed film drama that hauntingly covers the story of the American experience from the Civil War to the civil rights movement, as told from the memories of a fictional, 110-year-old former slave. The film is available to stream free to subscribers of Kanopy, Peacock and Watch TCM, and can be rented from Amazon and other services. Registration is required at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/sY2viih/MissJanePittman.

Monday, September 9

Vischer Ferry-A Forgotten Crossroads 

Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Road, Galway | 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:45. Galway Preservation Society will have a brief business meeting at 7 p.m., followed by this month’s program.  Produced by the Saratoga County History Center, written and directed by Jim Richmond, the film traces “…this unique community from its first settlement to the present through interviews with local residents telling the story of this historic hamlet which grew alongside the Erie Canal but remains vibrant to this day.” The meeting will be held at the.  Our programs are always open to the public, free of charge.  Annual family or household memberships are available for $10 per year.  

Tuesday, September 10

The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association Networking Breakfast

State Farm Insurance, 415 Geyser Rd., Ballston Spa | 8 – 9 a.m. The cost to attend is $10. Advanced reservation is welcomed or RSVP to info@ballston.org, and attendees may pay at the door. Payments of cash, check or credit card will be accepted. Both business and community members are welcome, and you do not need to be a BSBPA member to join this event. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be completed online at www.ballston.org. Membership information will also be available at the event.

Academy for Lifelong Learning Fall Open House

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd, Saratoga Springs | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Come and discover what the Academy is all about. Hear from volunteer course leaders about their 22 fall courses starting the week of October 7. Meet fellow seniors, enjoy a slide show and raffles, socialize, register. Snacks and light refreshments will be served. Let us know you’re attending by emailing Academy Events Chair, Lois Pflomm at lpflomm@yahoo.com. View the fall course catalog at www.allsaratoga.org. For more information on the Academy for Lifelong Learning, visit www.allsaratoga.org or contact Academy Executive Director, Jeff Shinaman at jeff@allsaratoga.org or 518-290-6988.

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) Meeting

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs | 5:45 p.m. Court McLaughlin #422, Members gather at 5:45 p.m. for recitation of the Rosary, followed by refreshments until 6:30 p.m. CDA is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. Please join us. Any questions? Contact our Regent Dawn Weber by phone or by text at 518-226-5641.

4-H Beginner Shooting Sports

the 4-H Training Center Ballston Spa | 4 – 7 p.m.  Beginner Shooting Sports Course September 10 to October 15 on Tuesday Evenings. Youngsters will learn the basics of Air Pistol, Muzzleloader, Rifle and Shotgun, Archery, and Hunting and Wildlife, with a focus on Safety, Ethics, and Personal Responsibility. 

Open to boys and girls 12 years old and older. Fee is just $50. To register: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/SC4HShootingSportsFall2024_241 or contact Leland at glb76@cornell.edu for more information. 

Society of American Magicians Meeting 

S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham | 7 p.m. The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets the second Tuesday of each month.  We welcome all people, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or pure entertainment to join us for a fun evening.  For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: www.sam24.synthasite.com. 

Wednesday, September 11

Remembering 9/11

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1 pm. Come join member Barbara Floryshak as she shares her experience working as a first responder in New York City during 9/11. Free and open to the public.

Hudson Crossing Park Walking Tour

One mile north of Schuylerville at Champlain Lock 5 | 1 – 2:30 p.m. Join Hudson Crossing Park Executive Director Kate Morse and resident local historian Mike Biekiewicz for this easy, one mile walk. Kate and Mike will share the history of the First Nations who called the area home. View the site of British General Burgoyne’s “Bridge of Boats” on the way to England’s historic loss during the Battles of Saratoga, and learn about how the Champlain Canal shaped the community and was instrumental in the Underground Railroad. Tour leaders will also discuss the unique challenges of working as environmental stewards along industrialized waterways.

Salisbury Steak Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Salisbury steak, mushroom burgundy gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable, roll, salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Green Drinks

The Parting Glass, 40-42 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. 

Meet & Greet the League of Women Voters

Orenda Pavillion, Saratoga State Park, Saratoga Springs | 5:30 – 7 p.m. An opportunity to get introduced to your colleagues and to league committee activities. Food and drinks will be provided. At this festive gathering, learn more about what we do, introduce the League to folks you know who care about making a difference, and indulge in delicious appetizers. Note that the Pavilion has only picnic tables, so you may wish to bring a chair for cvomfort.

Thursday, September 12

Brown Bag Lunch Lecture – LifeWorks Community Action. Help Starts Here

Dutcher Community Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m. Krystle Nowhitney Hernandez, Executive Director of LifeWorks Community Action (formerly Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council or EOC), will discuss the history, growth and current activities of LifeWorks’ Immigrant Services & Latino Community Advocacy Program. LifeWorks’ Immigrant Services helps immigrants navigate life in a new community by offering immigration legal services, interpreting, referrals and resource navigation, English classes and more. Bilingual, professional staff serve our immigrant neighbors in the Northern Capital region and seasonally at the Saratoga Race Course Backstretch.

Car Seat Check

New Country Toyota of Clifton Park, 202 NY-146, Mechanicville | 4 – 8 p.m. Nationally Certified Technicians and Instructors will educate you on the correct installation of your car seat and how to fit your child correctly in the seat. Appointments are required. No drop-ins. Call Cornell Cooperative Education Saratoga at 518-885-8995. 

Social Security Workshop

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. There will be a free informational education program on Social Security.  The decision when to collect Social Security benefits is often difficult, yet important.  This program will discuss the basics of Social Security and how to apply the information to your own situation to maximize benefits.  Individuals ages 55-70 will want to attend.  Registration is requested at 518-882-6385.  Presented by John Kalil, Financial Advisor.

Friday, August 30

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon through October, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Chatfield Museum 

440 Middle Grove Road, Middle Grove | 4 – 6 p.m. The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will be hosting their last week of summer hours for the museum. Stop in to see a collection of artifacts and items that reflect the history of our great town. Two floors of local history will be on display. Locals will be on hand to answer any questions.

Saturday, August 31

Honoring Veterans of the Revolutionary War 

North Milton Cemetery, Route 29 East corner of North Milton Road, Milton| 11 a.m.  The Town of Milton’s 250th Revolutionary War Committee will hold a ceremony to commemorate a sign honoring veterans of the Revolutionary War. The color guard of the Saratoga Battle Chapter Sons of the American Revolution will execute a musket fire salute in period uniforms.  The purpose of this committee is to draw attention to, and educate the public about important people, places, and events of the Town of Milton as they relate to the American Revolution.  For more information contact Michael Golden at mgolden1775@gmail.com

4th Annual Tunnel to Towers Benefit

2117 Barrett Rd., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m.  Since 9/11, T2T has been helping America’s heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families and by building specially adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. We are also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and helping America to never forget September 11, 2001. Tickets are $75 per person, including live music by Skippy and The Pistons, comedy show by Colin Quinn, and exciting raffles. Call for reservation 518-542-3731. Rain or Shine. Tunnel2Towers.org

Sunday, September 1

SUMMERTIME 

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 – 8 p.m. Improv Spaces @ Saratoga Arts presents an outdoor performance and album release by Jonathan Moritz and Mike Pride.  Open to the public, suggested donation of $10-$20. SUMMERTIME collaborators Jonathan Moritz (sax) and Mike Pride (percussion) bring together an amalgam of avant-garde jazz, lo-fi, sound collage, improv, field recording, with a touch of psychedelic production. “The laughter and screaming of our children, the stream gurgling, the splashes of rocks were not added afterwards but in the background during the recordings, an ode to our daily life.” — Jonathan Moritz.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits

Various Locations Southern Saratoga County | Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area.   Visit these locations to support the artists and members in Southern Saratoga County. Clifton Park Senior Community Center: Nancy Hunt, Pamela Malsan and Mechelle Rosklewicz.  Mechanicville Library: Maureen Kelly.   Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library: Pamela Bortoletto, Bill Daisak, Arthur Forrest, Rita Helie, Maureen Kelly, Tracy Pagano, Anup Sood, Joan VanAlphen, Sherry Walkup, Sherry Walkup, Carol Winterton and Val Woodward. Bella Lucia Pizzeria: Rita Helie, Denise Kornak, David Mayack, Jack Morgan, Tracy Pagano, Denise Stewart and Karen Zimmers. For more information about SSAS, visit:  southernsaratogaartist.com

Tuesday, September 3

Creating Sustainable Landscapes & Pollinator Friendly Yards

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Want to make your lawn a hot spot for diversity and pollinators? Join us for a talk about the benefits of growing a pollinator garden. Presented by the Cornell Cooperative Extension. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Wednesday, September 4

Stuffed Chicken Breast Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: boneless stuffed chicken breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cranberry sauce, roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

History of the McGregor Mountain Railway & Potluck Supper

Wilton Heritage Museum, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 6 p.m. Ben Kemp from Friends of Grant Cottage will present a program on the history of the railway that traveled up Mount McGregor to the Balmoral Hotel and what is now known as Grant Cottage.  The same line that brought visitors from Saratoga Springs to the mountain and later brought the body of President Ulyssess S. Grant on his final trip home.  Join us for a potluck supper followed by this informative talk.

Pickin’s Session  

310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 9 p.m. Doors open 6 p.m. Open to the Public, Free Admission & ample free parking. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel & bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

Thursday, September 5

On This Spot: Saratoga Springs

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m. Carol Godette, teacher, author and native of Saratoga Springs will speak on her recently released book, On This Spot: Saratoga Springs.  Carol will explore the many small family led businesses sprinkled throughout the neighborhoods of the city during the mid to late 1900’s. Carol’s book On This Spot: Saratoga Springs will be available for purchase and signing after the program. This event is sponsored by the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum. Registration is available at the History Center’s website https://brooksidemuseum.org/   Donations received during registration will be used for SCHC program development.

Friday, August 23

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon through October, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, August 24

Three Sisters Festival

Saratoga County History Center/Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 – 4 p.m. Discover the Three Sisters: Corn, Beans and Squash. This is a drop-in event for the whole family, (bring chairs and blankets, and linger for a while). The celebration will feature story telling by Joe Bruchac, well-known local author and the current Poet Laureate of Saratoga Springs, who will also share tales of local Indigenous culture. An exhibit on Indigenous artifacts will be open for viewing. There will also be talks on native plants as well as garden tours and a bake sale. In addition, Balet Flowers and Design will have plants and bouquets for sale, with a percentage of the sales being donated to the History Center.

This event is rain or shine (it will be moved indoors), free to attend, but donations are always gratefully received and will be used for SCHC programs and further development of the gardens. 

Sunday, August 25

Annual Classic Car Show

Lakeside Farms, 336 Schauber Rd., Ballston Lake | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Adirondack A’s and Lakeside Farms’ Annual Classic Car show. Rain or Shine. Limited to stock appearing vehicles prior to 1975. Car registration fee is $5 on the day of the show. Spectator parking and admission is free. The Lakeside Country Store, Gift Shop and Restaurant will be open. No Pets Please. For further information see the Club’s website, Auto Show – Adirondack A’s – Model A Ford Club (adirondackas.org).

Summer Sunday Stroll: Post Time

Meet: Southeast corner of Nelson and Union Avenues, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Explore the area surrounding the Saratoga Race Course during one of the most popular weekends of the Racing Season. This walking tour highlights the history of the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Training Track, and the Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. Sponsored by The Springwater Bed & Breakfast. Tickets are $15 for SSPF Members and $20 for non-members and should be purchased in advance! Space is limited! For additional information or to purchase tickets to any of the upcoming strolls and events, visit www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email Sydney Hedge, Preservation & Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation.org.

Singer Songwriter Elizabeth Conant

The Wilton Heritage Society, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 1 p.m. Elizbeth Conant is a well-known singer/songwriter from Greenfield Center.  The program will be outdoors if weather permits.  Bring a lawn chair.  We will move indoors if it rains.  Refreshments will be served during intermission and our Museum and Farm Annex will be open as well.  Admission is free and all are welcome.

The God of Isaac

Congregation Shaara Tfille, 84 Weible Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2 – 7 p.m. 

A staged reading, this comedy, in two acts, is a hilarious and heartwarming play by Chicago playwright and actor James Sherman. The semi-autobiographical piece centers around a young American Jew searching for his Jewish identity following the threatened 1977 neo-Nazi march in Skokie.

A $5 per person fee. Refreshments to follow.

Sounds of Summer

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m. The Jazz Ambassadors as well as featured professional musicians from the local 506 of the American Federation of Musicians will be giving a free concert on the porch of the Brookside Museum. They will be playing under the baton of Dennis Searles, coordinator of Local 506 of the Music Performance Trust Fund.  Please bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening of music.

Monday, August 26

Pickle for the Ponies

Legacy Pickleball Club, 4 McCrea Hill Rd., Ballston Spa | 3 – 6 p.m. We invite you to be part of an exciting and impactful event, Pickle for the Ponies, supporting Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS) and the Permanently Disabled Jockey Fund (PDJF). This new event will offer a unique opportunity to enjoy a day of pickleball, connect with your community, and contribute to two wonderful causes. Play with and cheer on racing celebrities. Enjoy food from Neighborhood Kitchen, Meet and greet therapy horses, cash bar, silent auction. Tickets are $25 spectators and $50 Courtside ticket for final round, $250 to play. The event will have an open house/spectator-style format, allowing everyone to enjoy the matches, food, and fun activities. Playing pickleball, not required! To purchase tickets, visit https://thsaratoga.org/events/

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. Registration is $10 day-of. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Water Soluble Oil Demonstration

Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Demonstration by artist and NYS certified art teacher, Cheryl Bielli-Water. Hosted by the Southern Saratoga Art Society.  Her work includes watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings, charcoal, pencil and pastel drawings, political cartoons, caricatures and sculpture. Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The demonstration is free, and the public is invited to attend. For more information, visit: southernsaratogaartist.com

Tuesday, August 27

Countdown to Kindergarten 

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 9:30 or 11 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, and activities to help get ready for the first day of school. Activity stations will focus on cutting skills, writing names, crafting, and tying shoelaces, and information about library materials and early reader books. Kids can also get on a Shenendehowa school bus and meet a bus driver in the library parking lot. For children entering Gr. K, with an adult. Registration required; please register for one session only. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Saratoga Summer Concert Series

War Memorial in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Gather your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy some of the area’s favorite performers. This free, family-friendly concert series is a program of the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center in partnership with Discover Saratoga and the City of Saratoga Springs. 

The featured concert will be Mostly Modern Festival – an international music festival dedicated to contemporary classical music.. Rain location is Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The Heritage Area Visitor Center, located at 297 Broadway, will be the concert rain location.

Wednesday, August 28

Baked Ham Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: baked ham, au gratin potatoes, vegetable, apple sauce, roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Photography Club 

Galway Public Library Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. Our speaker this month will be club member Felice Druziak who will be giving a presentation on using the camera on your phone. We will also be reviewing photographs submitted for this month’s Photo Challenge: Happy, but Blue! Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

Thursday, August 29

Herbal Mocktails Class

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 8 p.m. This 2 Class Series will be taught by Jessica Marcy, a clinically trained herbalist from Upstate New York. Learn how to make refreshing herbal mocktails that benefit the mind and body. In this class we will discuss basic herbal preparations, and specific herbs to take your mocktail game to the next level. Each Participant will receive: A booklet with tips, tricks, and recipes, a tasting flight of bitters, a tasting flight of tonics, simple syrup how to & sample, several classics made into mocktails. Next class is Wednesday September 4, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Call 885-8995 to pre-register three days in advance. Cost is $20.

Friday, August 16

Greenbelt Gathering

Spring Run Trail, Meet Corner of East & Excelsior, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Join us for a Greenbelt Gathering! We will take a group walk on the trail as we talk about the importance of Saratoga’s Greenbelt and enjoy time in nature! Email info@sustainablesaratoga.org to let us know you’re attending!

Saturday, August 17

Fly-In Breakfast

The Empire State Aerosciences Museum, 250 Rudy Chase Dr., Glenville | 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Enjoy an assortment of pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, potatoes, juice, coffee, tea, fruit and more. The breakfast is open to the public. At 10 a.m., Lecturer and Adjunct Professor in nanoscience at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Albany, Jim Lloyd will talk about his 1986 re-enactment of Cal Rogers first flight in a Wright Brothers Model EX Pusher biplane in 1911 that became the first aircraft to fly coast-to-coast across the U.S. Fly-In if you would like. Pilots: Tower Frequency 121.3; Ground 121.9. Land at Schenectady County Airport and taxi to Richmor Aviation North. Tell them you are going to ESAM.

Annual Car, Truck & Bike Show

Clifton Park Elks #2466, 695 MacElroy Rd., Ballston Lake | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Support this worthy event and have some fun. All years and makes of cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. Hot food, music, 50/50 raffles. Free admission for spectators. Net proceeds benefit the Elks National Foundation and the NYSEA Major Project Fund (Cerebral Palsy Home Service Program). $20 entry fee. Registration closes at noon. Vendors and swap meet booths 10’x20’ only $30. Over 50 awards will be presented. For questions call Brian Shelton 518-956-1600. Rain date August 18.

Saratoga Horse Farm Tours

Various Farms in Saratoga County, Noon – 4 p.m.  Saratoga County Cornell Cooperative Extension is partnering with horse farms in Saratoga County for the annual Horse Farm Tour. This is a free opportunity for the public to visit and learn about the horse industry in the county. The farms are located from Schuylerville to Galway. The participating farms include Mill Creek Farm, Alliance 180, Saratoga Glen Farm, Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds, and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. All farms are open from 12 – 4 p.m. except for Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, which is offering two guided tours that day at 1 and 3 p.m. only. For any questions or information about the event contact Nicolina at nvf5@cornell.edu

Sunday,
August 18

Summer Sunday Stroll: The Women of Greenridge Cemetery

Meet: Sackett Gate entrance of Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Join Gloria May for a tour of Greenridge Cemetery to learn about the prominent and influential women as well as the ordinary, who are buried in Greenridge Cemetery and how their life stories tell the history of Saratoga Springs. Presented by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation.  Tickets are $15 for SSPF Members and $20 for non-members and should be purchased in advance! Space is limited! Call 518-587-5030 to reserve a ticket with your stroll pass.

Monday, August 19

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue on August 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, August 20

Summer Night BBQ at the Barn

The Saratoga Winery, 462 Route 29 W, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 9 p.m. The last day to purchase tickets is Friday, August 16. Ticket are $75 includes BBQ meal and entry. 100% of proceeds benefit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and the herd of over 400 retired Thoroughbred racehorses. Cash bar, silent auction, and raffle! Join us for a night of fun to kick off your boots and celebrate the summer in Saratoga Springs. 

Saratoga Summer Concert Series

War Memorial in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Gather your friends and family, bring your blankets and chairs, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy some of the area’s favorite performers. This free, family-friendly concert series is a program of the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center in partnership with Discover Saratoga and the City of Saratoga Springs. The featured concert will be Garland Nelson and Soul Session. A well-known (and loved) Saratoga staple. Make sure you bring your dancing shoes! Presented by Saratoga Automobile Museum. Rain location is Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit https://www.discoversaratoga.org/events/summer-concert-series/

Wednesday, August 21

Make Your Own Blueberry Jam! (Low Sugar-Canning) 

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa|5 – 7 p.m. This class will cover how to make and preserve your own blueberry jam using local, seasonal berries! This low sugar recipe is perfect for summer. “Blueberries are known for having important health benefits and are among the fruits with the highest level of antioxidants (nutrients that prevent/repair damage to the body.”) USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging in Boston. Register today to learn how to make your own nutritious blueberry jam!  Cost: $5. Call 885-8995 to pre-register two days in advance. 

Chicken Parmigiana Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken parmigiana, penne pasta, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Astronomy Club 

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6:30 p.m.  There will be a presentation by Jim Witte on astrophotography.  This group meets monthly on the third Wednesday, and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older).  Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

Secretariat’s Legacy

Saratoga Springs History Museum, 1 E. Congress St., Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8 p.m. Featuring renowned photographer and journalist Patricia McQueen. This exclusive presentation will explore the legendary Secretariat’s profound connection to Saratoga Springs and his lasting influence on thoroughbred racing. There will be a book signing after the presentation. Admission is $10 and is open to the public. Tickets can be purchased online or upon arrival at the event. For more information call 518-584-6920 or visit www.saratogahistory.org. 

Thursday,
August 22

2024 Village Walking Tour – Village of Stillwater

Meet: Stillwater Library parking lot adjacent to Blockhouse Park, Rt 4 Hudson Ave. Stillwater | 10 – 11:30 a.m. Led by Sara Kipp, director of the Stillwater Public Library. The tour will begin at the the former location of many mills and factories in the late 1800s. Other stops along the way will include the 150-year-old St. John’s Episcopal Church; the site of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp; the Newland-Wood firehouse and many more. After a one-mile walk, the tour will end in the new library with many historical images and maps of the Champlain Canal which is celebrating its 200th anniversary.

Health, History, and Horses Charity Gala

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 6 – 9 p.m.  Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to established charities in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. Held at Complimentary Beer & Wine the first hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket, 50/50 and racetrack t-shirt quilt raffles. Cost is $80 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets: www.ladiesofcharitysaratoga.com. Attire: Summer Festive

Caffeinated Chapter Chasers: Silent Book Club

MochaLisa’s Caffè, 22 Clifton Country Rd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m. Talk about your favorite books and read quietly in a group setting. Bring your own book, borrow one from the library, or purchase one from MochaLisa’s. Refreshments available for purchase. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

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Friday, August 9

Art Market on Beekman Street

Washington St. to West Circular St., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 8 p.m. Visit artists set up on lawns and porches. This is a great opportunity for emerging and established Artists who don’t have shops or galleries to share their work. A few highlights to look forward to include a selection of “Porch Art” by Sue Beadle at Eden Compton Studio & Gallery and Rakish Vintage will be featured at The Beekman Atelier. Musician Warren Sieme is playing in the garden at 79 Beekman and Ben & Jerry’s serving ice cream treats. Galleries open late serving refreshments. 

Greenbelt Gathering

Meet: Corner of East and Excelsior, Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m. Join us at the Spring Run Trail for a Greenbelt Gathering! We will take a group walk on the trail as we talk about the importance of Saratoga’s Greenbelt and enjoy time in nature! Email info@sustainablesaratoga.org to let us know you’re attending. https://sustainablesaratoga.org/event/greenbelt-gathering/

Saturday,
August 10

Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement

49 Burlington Avenue, Round Lake | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Also, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. We will be showcasing over 75 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker and Artisanal Specialty Food community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Also, enjoy a Food Market including food trucks and prepackaged foods, a Book Market, a Tiny Bookmaking Workshop, and live music! For more Information – including a full list of vendors is available at www.MarketsAtRoundLake.com. This is a free event and a fundraiser for the Round Lake Libraries.

14th Annual Caboose Day

Corner of Route 9N and Porter Road, Greenfield | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Town of Greenfield Historical Society will host their 14th annual Caboose Day at Kings Station. Tour Kings Station and Caboose. Vendors, bake sale, T-shirts, food and drinks available for purchase. Train rides from Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway, 9 Railroad Place, Corinth to Kings Station and Special “Greenfield Flyer” from Kings Station to LaMothe Landing and back. Book your ride now at CorinthTrain.com (cost and times listed on website). A Trolley will take you to Kings Station and back to the train. Rain or Shine. 

Sunday,
August 11

Breakfast Buffet

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa | 8 – 11 a.m.  The Ellks will once again be hosting the Bill Downs Food Drive Breakfast Buffet.  Enjoy pancakes & sausage, French toast, eggs made to order, world famous omelets, home fries, toast, coffee & juice. Adults $9,  Seniors $8,  Kids $5. Bring two non-perishable items for $1 off. All are welcome. Net proceeds support the Bill Downs Food Pantry.

Summer Sunday Stroll: Horsing Around North Broadway

Meet at: Northwest corner of North Broadway & Van Dam Street, Saratoga Springs (in front of Witt Construction) | 10:30 a.m. Executive Director Samantha Bosshart will highlight those associated with horse racing and the beautiful architecture of North Broadway. Tours are limited to 30 participants. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Foundation members with stroll passes need to contact the Foundation’s office to book their Summer Sunday Stroll before their chosen date.

Monday, August 12

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue August 19. and 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, August 13

Saratoga Summer Concert Series

War Memorial in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. The featured concert will be Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra. Formed October 1980 in Amsterdam, NY, this 12-piece orchestra is led by the Bronx-born bassist Alex Torres. They have been presented by hundreds of festivals, performing arts centers and events annually to perform their original blend of Afro-Caribbean rhythms such as Salsa, Merengue, Cha-cha, Bomba, Plena, and Latin Jazz. Rain location is Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 

Estate Planning Resources & Tools

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 1 p.m. A simple plan is better than no plan. Get to know a few free and low-cost resources that make it simple to plan your estate. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Wednesday, August 14

Roast Pork Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy, roll, and tossed salad. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

Ziti Dinner Take Out

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd., Charlton | 4:30 p.m. until sold out. Cost is $16. Menu: Ziti, meatballs, salad, Italian bread, brownie. Net proceeds to go to support Shelters of Saratoga. Tickets are available at church on the day of sale. 

Thursday, August 15

The Land & The Spirit

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 6 p.m. Join Clifton Park Chabad, as part of the Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival, for an evening celebrating our homeland, Israel, and the spirit of its people at the. Sponsorships available. Pre-registration required: Go to www.cliftonparkchabad.com. No charge, please RSVP by August 13.

Sipping for Seniors Fundraiser

Horseshoe Inn Bar & Grill, 1 Gridley Ave., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 10 p.m. Support the Saratoga Senior Center at Sipping for Seniors that will take place at the kickoff Alabama weekend with owners, jockeys and trainers who will guest bartender at the event. The Horseshoe Inn is not just a bar, enjoy a delicious dinner too at this after-track place to be! 20% of all food & drink sales and 100% of guest bartender tips will be donated to the Center. This event is sponsored by KeyBank.

Wilton New York: Goodbye Old 1910

Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m.  Hamilton Craig, a doctoral student at CUNY researching farmers movement in the United States, and a native of Shushan, Washington County, will present a vivid portrayal of farm life in Wilton, New York based on the 1910 diary of Wilton resident Mary Brainard. The diary reveals an intimate picture of a rural world in transition, caught between the subsistence and barter economy of early America and the capitalist economy of modern America. Analyzing this diary offers an opportunity to reflect on what was gained in this transition and what was lost.

Upcoming events

Annual Car & Bike Show

Clifton Park Elks #2466, 695 MacElroy Rd., Ballston Lake | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please join us on August 17 (Rain Date August 18) and support this worthy event and have some fun. Hot food, music, 50/50 raffles. Free admission for spectators. Net proceeds from this event help support Elk’s charities and veterans services. $20 entry fee. Registration closes at noon. Vendors and swap meet booths 10’x20’ only $30. Over 50 awards will be presented. For questions call Doug Simmons at 518-669-4588 or Brian Shelton at 518-956-1600. 

Saratoga Horse Farm Tours

On Saturday August 17, Saratoga County Cornell Cooperative Extension is partnering with horse farms in Saratoga County for the annual Horse Farm Tour. This is a free opportunity for the public to visit and learn about the horse industry in the county. The farms are located throughout Saratoga County, from Schuylerville to Galway. The participating farms include Mill Creek Farm, Alliance 180, Saratoga Glen Farm, Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds, and Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. All farms are open from 12 – 4 p.m. except for Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, which is offering two guided tours that day at 1 and 3 p.m. only. For any questions or information about the event contact Nicolina at nvf5@cornell.edu

Friday, August 2

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll             

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. This 90-minute guided walking tour will entertain and enlighten both visitors and residents with the famed stories of this great city. Saratoga Springs was the playground of the rich and famous during the 1800’s and provides the stories of this wonderful, gilded period in our history. This unique and engaging tour will guide participants from the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center to Congress Park and will conclude with a complete tour of the elegant Canfield Casino. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – Noon, $20 per person. For reservations, please call the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center: 518-587-3241. 

Saturday, August 3

4th Annual Lemonade Stand Event

On Saturday, August 3, from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Ballston Spa Sunshine Kid’s Lemonade Stand returns at Ribbon Café, located at 11 Prospect St., Ballston Spa, rallying support for 9-year-old Charles Barton, who is courageously battling leukemia. The event promises a day filled with activities for all ages, including children’s activities organized by local organizations such as Ballston Area Community Center, Saratoga Children’s Museum, and Ballston Area Recreation Center. Visitors can enjoy music, vendor booths, and special appearances including visits from Ballston Spa’s EMS, miniature donkeys from Maple Leaf Farm, dancers from Carol Lawrence Dance Center, a DJ, stock cars, and a firetruck from Ballston Spa Fire station.

Ladies Lesson, Lunch & Golf Tee Party

Brookhaven Golf course, 333 Alpine Meadows Rd., Greenfield | Noon – 3 p.m. The event is for golfers of all skill levels but requires no experience. Ladies are invited to join for one-hour group lesson at the driving range, where participants will be grouped by skill level and work with a golf professional. After the lesson, the ladies gather for lunch at The View Restaurant. One beverage of choice and lunch are included with registration, which costs $60 for residents and $70 for nonresidents. Women are invited to dress in their “florals, frills and fascinators” for the event. After lunch, participants have the option of playing up to 18 holes if they so desire. Register at www.greenfieldny.org.

Saratoga Arts Fundraising Gala

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.  This year’s event will focus on a curated silent auction of prolific artists from all over the Capital Region and beyond. In addition to fine food and drink, there will be special engagements by both iTheatre and Mostly Modern Projects, resulting in a completely singular experience. We sincerely hope that you’ll join Saratoga Arts in celebrating our history, and help us to realize our future. Follow us for updates as our exciting list of participating artists grows. As always, Foundation guests should expect the unexpected. For tickets, https://www.saratoga-arts.org/event-5733363. 

Sunday, August 4

Summer Sunday Stroll: Historic Congress Park

Meet: In front of the Canfield Casino in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Charlie Kuenzel will lead the Summer Sunday Stroll “Historic Congress Park.” Join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation and explore the historic landscape architecture of Congress Park, the early springs, and other facets of Saratoga’s history. Tours are limited to 30 participants. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Foundation members with stroll passes need to contact the Foundation’s office to book their Summer Sunday Stroll before their chosen date.

Monday, August 5

Vacation Bible School 

The Barkersville Christian Church, 7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove | 5:30 – 8 p.m. August 5 – 9 for children ages 4 to 12.  This year’s theme is Breaker Rock Beach learning God’s solid rock truth in a world of shifting sands.  There will be crafts, music, snacks, Bible stories, games, prizes and lots of candy.  A family picnic is scheduled for Saturday, August 10, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.  Register online at www.barkersvillecc.com or find them on Facebook at Barkersville Christian Church.  All are welcome.

5K Trail Series 

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, Parking Lot #1 and #2, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 6:15 p.m. The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will continue August 12, 19. and 26.  Registration is $10 day-of or $40 by July 29 for all five races. Children ages 0-12 are free; 13-18 are half-price. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes.  Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.  For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saraogastryders.org for more information and to sign up online.

Tuesday, August 6

Guided Nature Walk: Crescent Park Trail 

Crescent Park Trail, Halfmoon | 9 a.m. Join us for a guided nature walk as Linda Bryan of the Town of Halfmoon shares her knowledge about this beautiful trail. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Guided Trolley Tours

Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. This informative and entertaining 90-minute guided tour includes historic sights and points of interest along Broadway, North Broadway, Skidmore, the High Rock area, Saratoga Race Course, Union Avenue, and more! Upstate Transit has captured the charm of yesteryear and the comfort of today by designing trolleys with an authentic wooden interior, decorative etched glass windows, and air-conditioning. Trolleys also feature a wheelchair lift. Tours take place Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. through August 31. Tickets are $25 per person. Recommended for children 12 and over. Day-of tickets can be purchased at the Visitor Center.

Wednesday, August 7

Roast Beef Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: roast beef, roasted redskin potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner $15 each (cash only). 

History of Beekeeping in the USA

Wilton Heritage Society, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 6 p.m. Gregory Stoddard will present a program highlighting the contribution of women in establishing beekeeping in the colonies.  Prior to his timely presentation, sample his Honey Surprise as an hors d’oeuvre for the hot dog and sides potluck supper.  Please join us to learn more about our pollinators who are so important to our food supply.

Pickin’s Session

310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa | 6:30 – 9 p.m. Open to the Public, Free Admission & ample free parking.

Doors open 6 p.m. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel & bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

Poetry Reading

Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Caffè Lena will present a poetry reading by Natalli Amato. An open mic poetry reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students. The featured reading will also be livestreamed. You can find a link for the livestream at caffelena.org., 518-583-0022.

Thursday, August 8

Grant’s Funeral-History of Burke’s Funeral Home

Grant Cottage, 1000 Mt. McGregor Rd., Wilton | 2 – 3 p.m. Carol Godette will discuss Victorian-era mourning and funeral customs; how William Burke’s involvement in the embalming of President Ulysses S Grant led him to open his own funeral home; and the rich history of Burke’s role as one of four operating funeral homes in Saratoga Springs. https://www.grantcottage.org/events