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Book Themed Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Ballston Spa Public Library will hold a book themed pumpkin decorating contest. Entries will be accepted from October 2 – 30. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, October 31. Feel free to be as creative as you want with paint and glued objects, but please no carved pumpkins. There will be 3 age categories: ages 5-10, 11-15 and 16+. Pick up any sized pumpkin, your favorite book character and get creative. Ballston Spa Public Library is located at 21 Milton Ave., (Rte 50). For more information, stop in, call 518-885-5022 or visit ballston.spa.edu.

Falling Leaves 5K Run 
The Falling Leaves 5K Run and Kids Fun Run will be on Saturday, October 6 at 10 a.m. in Ballston Spa. Registration by October 3 is $25, day of race is $30. The Run begins and ends at Kelley Park near the Village Pool. Registrations can be made at Active.com or by sending a check to the Ballston Spa United Methodist Church at 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa, NY 12020.  The charity of choice again this year is the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition, with the funds earmarked for the two houses for homeless veterans in Ballston. Over the past two years we have been able to give back over $15,000 to this charity.  All registered participants can win one of the many gift cards donated by local businesses. More information and registration forms can be accessed at www.ballstonspaumchurch.org/falling-leaves-5k-run.html. 

4th International Flavorfeast
On Saturday, October 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. you can enjoy an International tasting experience in Saratoga Springs. Feast on flavors from a variety of countries including France, China, Japan, Italy, Mexico, and America, among others, making this food event one of its kind. The Saratoga International Flavorfeast is a celebration of the worldly culinary styles that give this area its unique flair. It presents a feast for the senses and reflects the multicultural diversity of the Region. Authentic dishes from foreign lands with something for everyone. Admission to Flavorfeast is free, where you can sample international dishes from various participating restaurants in downtown Saratoga Springs for $1 a sample.

13th Annual Angel Names Association Memorial Walk
The walk will take place on Saturday, October 6 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs.  The walk is being held in recognition of National Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death Awareness month. Registration begins at Noon and the walk will follow at 1:15 p.m.  The day includes children’s activities, light refreshments and prizes.  Everyone is welcomed to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of stillbirth, pregnancy loss and infant death. For additional information, visit www.angelnames.org, contact Michelle Mosca at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/angelnamesassociation.

Landscapes for Landsake Art Sale and Exhibition
The show opens with a wine and cheese reception on Saturday, October 6 from Noon to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. The gallery is also open from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday and Monday free of charge. This year’s exhibition features the work of 60 artists, fourteen of which are participating for the first time. Many of the artists will be on hand to discuss their work throughout the weekend. The sale takes place in the historic barn at Maple Ridge, 172 State Route 372 in the hamlet of Coila, just west of the Village of Cambridge. Landscapes for Landsake is the region’s largest art buying event of the season and ASA’s largest fundraiser of the year. Participating artists generously donate 50 percent of their proceeds to support ASA’s farmland conservation work. For a preview of the works for sale, visit ASA on Facebook, Instagram or on the ASA website at www.agstewardship.org

“The Way We Were” Car Show
On Sunday, October 7 come stroll the historic village of Ballston Spa, check out the hundreds of cars and trucks on display, and enjoy the live music, vendors and downtown businesses. It’s a great day for the whole family. Front Street will be blocked off from Milton Avenue past the Old Iron Springs to accommodate car exhibits and vendors. In addition to food and merchandise vendors, the show will again feature a “Kids Zone”, located by the Old Iron Springs, which will feature free childrens’ activities. The event is free to spectators.  Vehicle exhibitors can pre-register by September 30 for $15 per car or $20 the day of show. All proceeds will benefit BSBPA community activities and efforts. Pre-registration can be completed online at www.ballston.org.  A printable, mail in registration form is also be available on the website. 

Rebuilding Together Annual Fundraiser Dinner
Rebuilding Together Saratoga County will hold their Annual Dinner on October 11 from 5:30 – 9 p.m. at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga Springs. Hundreds of Rebuilding Together friends and supporters come together to celebrate and recognize the significant contributions the organization makes each year to people’s lives and in the community. Tickets are $100. Call 518-587-3315 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for tickets.

Bus Trip / Fundraiser
Notre Dame-Visitation Church Capital Campaign Fundraiser Committee is hosting a trip to Seneca Falls Wineries.  Enjoy a sampling at five wineries and one brewery with a buffet lunch at Ventosa’s on Saturday, October 13. Pickup at Wilton Mall at 6 a.m. and return approximately 9:30 p.m.  Cost is $125. A perfect chance to enjoy the beautiful fall scenery and some wine and beer sampling, while we leave the driving to our bus driver.  To reserve a seat, contact Darlene Bolduc at 518-339-3873 or Pat Temple at 518-338-2329.

Veterans Recognition Brunch
The Town of Malta Veterans Committee will be holding a Malta Veterans Recognition Brunch at Panza’s Restaurant on Saratoga Lake, Tuesday, October 16, 10 a.m. – Noon. Malta Veterans and their family members are invited to this free event. All others may attend for $15 per person. To register for this event, call the Malta Department of Parks, Recreation and Human Services at 518-899-4411.

Calling All Artists
The Community Hospice of Saratoga and Washington Counties is pleased to announce that the Pumpkin Carving Contest is once again going to be part of Touched by An Angel, which is being held on October 18 at the National Museum of Dance. Sunnyside Gardens is donating giant pumpkins to be carved for our contest. Carving will be done on Tuesday, October 16 and Wednesday, October 17 at Sunnyside. Voting will be done at Touched by Angel with 10 prizes being awarded. Carvers should bring their own tools. For more information, please call Gina Peca at 518-581-9727, ext. 8611 or email her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

Golf Tournament for Hugs from Henry
The tournament will be held on October 20 at Van Patten Golf Club, located at 924 Main Street, in Clifton Park. It will benefit Hugs from Henry, a 501C3 organization. 100% of all proceeds from this event will go toward the health and welfare of local animals. Donations are $100 per person and includes green fees, cart and buffet.  Non-golfers are invited to join us for the buffet at 6 p.m. for $30 per person. Awards and prizes (longest drive and closest to the pin for men and women). Registration is from noon – 12:30 p.m., Shot gun start (18 holes) at 1 p.m., buffet and cash bar at 6 p.m. where prizes and awards will be given. Sponsorships at all levels - business, agency, friends and family teams of 4. Please sign up to play or sponsor a hole for our homeless animals. Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Don Roy 518-935-8885. Deadline for signups by October 3. 

10th Annual Low Vision Tech and Health Fair
The Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany (NABA) will be hosting the fair on October 16 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. free to the public. People with vision impairment as well as family members, caregivers, educators and healthcare professionals are encouraged to attend.  This year’s theme is diabetes prevention awareness. Attendees are encouraged to bring used eyeglasses and hearing aids for re-purposing. The purpose of the fair is to showcase the latest in technologies designed to assist people with low vision and vision impairment with reading and daily activities. Low vision technology and vision related companies will be showcasing state-of-the-art products that help with reading and everyday tasks. NABA technology and rehabilitation staff will be on hand to answer questions. For more information, contact Cheryl Lawyer at 518-463-1211 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or www.naba-vision.org.

Benefit Show at Long Shadow Farms
World renowned equestrian performer Chantal Turvey will perform with her horses at Long Shadows Farm in Cambridge on Friday, October 19 at 7 p.m. The event will benefit the sanctuary horses at Long Shadows Charitable Foundation (LSCF) as well as its healing programs for veterans, first-responders and others. Turvey is a highly acclaimed horse trainer, stunt rider, and trick trainer specializing in training equines for television and cinema. Her performance will be a special tribute to American veterans. The gates open at 5:30 p.m. There will be entertainment as well as food and beverage concessions on site. Long Shadows Charitable Foundation Farm is located at 84 Dr. Brown Lane, Cambridge. The event will take place in the arena on the premises. Tickets are $10 per person in advance, $15 at the door. Veterans and children 10 and under get in free. For more information: 518-928-6161 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Saratoga Recycle Day
Keep it out of the landfill. New this year. On October 20 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. you can bring clothes, appliances, electronics, bicycles, TVs and monitors to the SPAC parking lot, west side of Route 50. Cost is $5 per vehicle. 

Ballston Area Senior Citizens Bazaar
On October 20, over 30 Vendors and Crafters indoors and outdoors will be showing off their wares for your shopping pleasure, and get you in the Holiday Spirit think Christmas, it is just around the corner. There will be a Country Store, Pie Table, a 50/50 raffle, a Quilt raffle, Baskets for Silent Auction, Books & Puzzle table and more for you to see. Our Café will be in full swing, with a nice variety of Hot & Cold foods. The bazaar will be held at the Milton Community Center located at 310 Northline Rd. in Ballston Spa. For more information call the Senior Center at 518-885-6740. If you’d like to be a vendor and receive an Exhibit Contract and Town of Milton agreement, and pay to reserve a space please contact Sue Heimburg with your name and mailing address. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call or text Sue at 518-885-8037. 

Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts, and Gifts Fair Seeking Vendors
On Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. – 3p.m., crafters and artisans of handmade items are being sought and vendors of manufactured merchandise will be considered on a juried basis for this lovely event at the Malta Community Center, located at 1 Bayberry Drive in Malta. Booth fees are $60. Call 518-899-4411 or visit ww.MaltaParksRec.com for a show application.

Fundraising Show
The Not Too Far From Home Comedy Tour Dinner and Show will be held Saturday, November 10 at the Holiday Inn, located at 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The event will benefit After the Fire, Inc. a volunteer non-profit, publicly supported organization helping people in Saratoga County who have been victims of fire in their home. The headliner is Mark Riccadonna, featuring Paul Schissler and Emcee Aaron David Ward. Dinner is at 6 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m. For tickets contact Maureen Smith at 518-581-1823, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Afterthefire.org. Tickets are $54 per person for dinner and show and $20 show only (advance) or $25 show only at the door. 

Crafters Needed
Crafters needed for Holiday Crafts and Greens Fair on Saturday, December 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation located at 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For details and reservations, call Laurie at 518-893-2305. 

Lions Bottle Drive
Help the Lions Club continue to serve the needs of the Saratoga Springs community with special emphasis on site, hearing and diabetes and help the environment by taking part in our year-long bottle drive/fundraiser. Bring all your bottles and cans to the user-friendly Minogue’s Beverage Centers with 4 convenient locations: 16 West Ave. and 624 Maple Ave. in Saratoga Springs, 2421 State Route 9 in Malta and 266 Quaker Rd. in Queensbury and donate your receipt to The Lions Club account at the check-out counter. Do Good, Feel Good! Thanks for your support.

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