Thursday, 15 November 2018 12:26

11.16.18 - 11.20.18

Annual Coat Drive
Post 36 of The Jewish War Veterans of Saratoga Springs is pleased to announce the launch of its fifth Annual “Warm Outer Wear for Vets” project. This project was established to service the cold weather needs of the homeless veterans of Saratoga County with a focus on men’s and women’s vet houses in Ballston Spa. Collecting gently used warm outerwear (coats, gloves, scarves, sweaters, hats and boots) which will be delivered to the vet houses periodically during the drive which ends on December 1. 

The Saratoga Veterans Chorus
Male and female veterans, active, guard and reserve service members are invited to enjoy the camaraderie of a cappella harmony in a relaxed, informal setting. No auditions or public singing required. Instruction by a professional choral director. Free. Every Monday, 7 to 9 p.m., American Legion Post 70, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs. Contact Amy Hughes at 518-884-4999 for more information.

Indoor Crafts and Garage Sale 
Come check out Christmas shopping at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane on Sunday, November 25 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.  With the Christmas season coming quickly, we have extra vendors for Christmas shopping.  Admission is free, over 40 vendors, parking is great, bargains galore, bakery goods, books, household items, clothing, jewelry, handwork, hand-painted items and ornaments, baby items, holiday décor, ladies’ hand-made accessories, knitted baby items, Xmas decorations, antiques, and just about anything you can imagine may be found here.  We also have some items you might never expect to find.   Since there is something for everyone, it is a fun activity the entire family can enjoy.  Come to browse, visit, or just get out of the house. We will have pizza and other lunch choices to enjoy.  All proceeds go to our local charities. All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month, excluding December.  Next sale is January 27, February 24, and March 24. Tables available for $15, call Linda at 518-289-5470.

Science on Tap
Sustainable Saratoga, The Environmental Studies and Sciences Program at Skidmore College, and Artisanal Brew Works invite you to join us for the next in the series of Science on Tap - Saratoga Springs Chapter. Come to Artisanal Brew Works for delicious craft beer and informal talks and discussion led by regional scientists and researchers. Monthly talks will address a diverse array of contemporary scientific research topics and debates. On Tuesday, November 27, Dr. Meg Estapa from Skidmore’s Department of Geosciences will discuss “Adventures at sea: Finding out how ocean life affects Earth’s carbon cycle.” Plan to arrive by 6 p.m. to get your drink and the talk will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, but tickets are required due to space limitations. For tickets, go to https://tinyurl.com/y8nnrakc or search “science on tap saratoga” at Eventbrite.com. Artisanal Brew Works is located at 41 Geyser Rd., Saratoga Springs. View the full 2018 schedule at www.sustainablesaratoga.org/science-on-tap.

The International Migratory Bird Treaty Act
The Southern Adirondack Audubon Society will sponsor the program on Wednesday, November 28 at 7p.m. in the Glens Falls Crandall Library. This program will feature a presentation by Capital Region based photographers Scott Stoner and Denise Hackert-Stoner of Naturelogues. This special program was designed to celebrate the Year of the Bird and gives us a personal look at birds both across the nation and across time. Stoner and Hackert-Stoner are award-winning photographers who have had their work published in National Wildlife and the NYS Conservationist magazines. This program is free and open to the public.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Members of SSAS will be exhibiting their works throughout the area during November and December.  Be sure to stop in and see these talented artists. An exhibit titled “Winter” will be featured during the month of November at the Center Gallery of the Clifton Park Senior Community Center.  Mechanicville Library will feature the works of Joan VanAlphen during November and December. Burnt Hills Library will feature six artists, Jack Morgan, Richard Kitchen, Joan VanAlphen, Jean Skanes, Mary Fekete and Frank Fucci during November and December. Catskill-Hudson Bank, Clifton Park Branch will feature Eva Marie Loucks and the Malta Branch will feature Virginia Harrison during November and December. Mocha Lisa’s Cafe will feature artists Rebecca Jenkins and Patricia Wade during November and December.

Christmas Craft/Bake Sale
There will be a Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, December 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, located at 155 Ballard Road, Wilton.  The church is located at 155 Ballard Road, Wilton, 1/4 mile east of Exit 16 of the Northway.  The church is handicap accessible. Homemade crafts, needlework, jewelry, homemade goodies, cookies, breads, fudge and gifts.

Ballston Spa Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association’s annual Ballston Spa Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting takes place Friday, December 7. The step off time is 6:30 p.m., proceeding on Milton Ave. and ending in Wiswall Park on Front St. with Santa lighting the Christmas tree.  The parade is a hometown-style holiday tradition, with fire trucks, floats, animals, kids and Santa parading down the main street of the village.  The parade will spotlight the Toys for Tots campaign, in partnership with the Ballston Spa Community Emergency Corps, Saratoga County Sheriff Department and U.S. Marine Corps.  Volunteers from these organizations will be on hand to collect donations of new, unwrapped toys from spectators along the parade route as well as at the tree lighting.  The Holiday Parade is a true community event so parade participants are welcome.  If your organization, group or business would like to take part in the parade that night, please go to www.ballston.org to register, or contact Ellen Mottola at the BSBPA office 518 885-2772 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Wanted: Folks 55+ 
If you’re over 55, a long-time or new resident in the area and looking to meet “young” seniors, check out the Ballston Area Senior Citizens (BASC.)   BASC sponsors many activities at The Milton Community Center located at 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa.  Residents from the Town of Milton, Village of Ballston Spa, Town of Ballston and other area municipalities are welcome to join. Programs and activities include festive dinners, dances, Pickin’ Sessions, bus trips, pot luck luncheons, crafts, movies, chorus, cards, bingo, billiards, Osteo Busters and Stretch & Fit exercise classes.   Over 75 members attend the weekly Thursday pot luck luncheons which are often followed by speakers or other entertainment.  Stop in around 11 a.m. any Thursday.  Be our guest for your first pot luck lunch and learn more about BASC.  Yearly membership fee is $10.   Call Barb Broderson, Membership Chair 518-885-4229 or visit our website at www.ballstonareaseniors.com for additional information and to view our newsletter.

Transportation Drivers Needed
RSVP- Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Saratoga County helps recruit volunteers age 55 and over for many organizations throughout Saratoga County. We are currently looking for volunteers to transport people to and from medical appointments - van, gas, and directions are provided. We are also looking for drivers to transport hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors throughout Saratoga County. Schedules with all opportunities are flexible. Please call Billie Jo at 518-884-4110 for more information and details.

Seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers
TaxAide, the free income tax assistance program sponsored by the AARP Foundation and the IRS, is seeking volunteers. TaxAide volunteers answer questions, prepare and file returns for low to moderate income taxpayers and seniors from February 1 to April 15 at various sites in the Capital District. One day per week, with flexible schedules. No experience required, computer experience is helpful for tax counseling.  Volunteers also needed to greet taxpayers, review documents, confirm appointments by phone, or assist with computer hardware/software matters. Training is provided. Volunteers may be reimbursed for a moderate level of necessary travel expenses. For further information, please visit online at  www.nytaxaide.org

Retired Senior Volunteer Program
Retired Senior Volunteer Program helps recruit volunteers age 55 and older for many community organizations throughout Saratoga County. We have a variety of options on how you could spend your volunteer time. We will educate you on what is available and help with your placement process. You will be given an orientation and training with your placement. Some of our current needs include: Transportation Drivers for patients in need of a ride to medical appointments, Blood Drive Donor Ambassadors to assist at events, Tax Aides to prepare/file returns for eligible individuals, Literacy Classroom Helpers for Children, Home Delivery for seniors in need of a nutritious meal and many other worthy opportunities.  Free training is provided. If you are interested in learning more about any of these opportunities, please call Billie Jo at the RSVP Program at 518-884-4110.

Ballston Area Seniors Chorus
We are looking for new members who enjoy singing. Once we have a program, we go to nursing homes and retirement homes to entertain the people there. Do come and join us.

Lions Bottle Drive
Help the Lions Club continue to serve the needs of the Saratoga Springs community with special emphasis on sight, 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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