Winter Clearance Bag Sale
Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop located at 116 Broad St. in Schuylerville will have a Winter Clearance bag sale at $5 a bag. The Thrift Shop will be returning to its regular hours of 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop is a not-for-profit shop that gives back to the community.For more information, please call Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop at 518-695-4640.
Paperback Sale
The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library are having a 25-cent used paperback sale and 20% off all books in Friends Book Shop for everyone. The sale will take place at Saratoga Springs Public Library, located at 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, on Friday and Saturday, February 15 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get some great deals! Cash, credit cards and checks accepted. The Library is located at 49 Henry Street in downtown Saratoga Springs. The mission of the Friends is to support the programs, staff, and facilities of the public library. We are a not-for-profit community organization dedicated to providing funds and volunteer services that the library itself may be unable to provide. For questions, call the Friends Book Shop at 518-584-7860 ext. 333.
Karaoke Night
Attention all Corinth High School and Middle School students: there will be a Karaoke Night on Friday, February 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Corinth High School gymnasium, 105 Oak St., Corinth. This event provides students the opportunity to sing karaoke together, dance, and spend time with friends. All money raised will go towards the newly-established local theatre company, Adirondack Center Stage. This non-profit organization provides many artistic and educational opportunities to the Northern Saratoga County area. Other events include the annual Summer Theatre Workshop, Winter production, and Spring Break Kids Camp, as well as showcasing student talents such as original artwork from area youth. Come support this growing organization and have a blast. Admission is $5. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. For more information, call or text event coordinator Jovanni Mosca at 518-538-1808.
Principessa Elenas St. Valentine’s Weekend
The Principessa Elena Society, located at 11-13 Oak St. in Saratoga Springs, will offer two public events on St. Valentine’s Weekend, Friday-Saturday, February 15-16. On Friday, February 16, the club’s regular monthly dinner will feature: Minestrone; macaroni with sauce, meatballs with sauce, sausage, onion and peppers, salad, Italian bread and butter, dessert, coffee and tea. Cost is $9, seniors $8, children 5-12 years old $5 and take-out $10. The Principessa Elena’s St. Valentine’s Party will be Saturday, February 16 with food, fun and live music from Betsy and the Bye-Gons. Admission is $10 at the door. Both events are open to the public and not restricted to couples.
Tour to Baltics
Saratoga Arts invites you to a trip overview Saturday, February 16 at 11:30 a.m. at 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, for information on its upcoming tour Best of the Baltics-Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Finland: Culture, Crafts and History, scheduled for September 18-27. Like a colorful quilt nestled along the shores of the Baltic Sea, the countries of Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Finland are uniquely colorful, contrasting, complex yet complementary to each other. Emerging from the dark chapters of world wars and communist rule, each country maintains its own culture, language, cuisine and craft identity. This amazing trip will explore the culture, crafts and history of each of these countries! The land only trip price based on double occupancy is $3100. For a detailed itinerary, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., call 607-387-3322 and visit goedventures.com. We still have a few spaces remaining on our May 22-31st trip to France. We will spend four nights in Normandy just before the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, then four amazing nights in Paris. This tour overview will begin at 12:30 p.m. at Saratoga Arts.
Genealogy & Local History
Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, February 16 at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. The program, “The Lonely Child” presented by Rochester author Susan Moyer, will take us through her journey to find her biological family. Her suspicions were confirmed when she turned 16, that she was adopted. Susan’s story relives her 30-year long process. Public is welcome. For information call Ginny at 518-885-9309.
A Cole Porter Dinner Cabaret
Experience the “High Society” of a New York style cabaret dinner theatre as The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society chorus dazzles you with the immortal songs of Cole Porter. Set in the “de-lovely” Vista Ballroom at the Van Patten Golf Club located at 924 Main St. in Clifton Park, this grand affair begins with a delectable Chef’s Buffet and cash bar, followed by an “Anything Goes” cabaret featuring solo voices from the BHOS family. Due to popular demand, BHOS is offering two performances, Saturday, February, 23 at 5 p,m. and Sunday February 24 at 1 p.m. This event has never failed to sell out, so buy your tickets early. Seating is limited and the last day to purchase tickets is February 15. Tickets will not be sold at the door. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit the Society’s website at www.BHOS.us or call 518-416-4060.
Music Night Coffee House Fundraiser
On Saturday, February 23 at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. there will be music, wine, chocolates, silent auction of six art works and lots of fun. Cost for adults is $15, immediate family, $40. Ticket Purchase: online at bit.ly/uumusic. Money raised will benefit the church and the community organizations that they help fund.
Trip to Turning Stone Casino
The Olde Saratoga Seniors will be hosting a Trip to Turning Stone Casino on Monday, March 18. Bus will leave Saratoga Train Station at 6:15 a.m. or American Legion in Schuylerville at 6:45 a.m. Will return approximately 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members.Please mail payment to Olde Saratoga Seniors, PO Box 60, Schuylerville, NY 12871 no later than March 1. For more information contact Pat Temple, 518-338-2329.
Estherville Animal Shelter Spring Luncheon
The luncheon will be held on Sunday, April 7 at Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park. Beautiful silent auction and raffle gifts. The event starts at 1 p.m., doors open 12:30 p.m. Delicious buffet, featuring meats, fresh vegetables, salads, desserts, beverages all for $35 a person in advance. Please mail checks payable to Estherville Shelter and send to Barb Kerker, 1556 Division St., West Charlton 12010 by March 20. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions. Make reservations early.
Bus Trip to Lancaster County, PA
Notre Dame Visitation Church Catholic Daughters and Ladies of St. Anne Rosary are hosting a Bus Trip to Lancaster County, PA. Will leave from American Legion in Schuylerville on May 31 and return on June 1. Trip includes Transportation, Lodging at Hershey Farm Restaurant and Inn, Smorgasbord Dinner at the Inn, Ticket to the Play “Jesus” at the amazing Sight and Sound Theatre in Ronks, PA and Smorgasbord Breakfast at the Inn the next morning. After breakfast a bus tour of the area and a stop at Kitchen Kettle Village for shopping and lunch before heading home. Cost is $275 per person (based on double occupancy). Single, triple and quad occupancy rates available upon request. To reserve a seat or for more information, contact Darlene Bolduc at 518-339-3873 or Donna Haney at 518-223-3023.
Southern Saratoga Art Society
Artists and members of SSAS will be exhibiting throughout the area. Visit the various venues, enjoy the work of these local artists and support art in southern Saratoga County. During February: Catskill-Hudson Bank, Malta Branch will host artist Allison Croote. Halfmoon Branch will host Mechanicville artist, Jane Morrison. NBT Bank of Clifton Park is showing the works of artist William Daisak. Mechanicville Public Library, 190 N. Main St. is hosting artist Jean Skanes. Local artist Frank Coletta will be exhibiting at The Glen Eddy Senior Living Community, Niskayuna and the Zion Lutheran Church, Nott Terrace, Schenectady. Clifton Park Senior Community Center will host a one-woman show by artist Maria Tsai. February through May: Burnt Hills Library, 2 Lawmar Lane will host four artists, Jack Morgan, Richard Kitchen, Joan VanAlphen and Mary Fekete.
Vendors Needed Malta Marketplace
Vendors needed for Spring Into Summer Malta Marketplace. The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation is announcing the date for their Spring Into Summer Malta Marketplace as Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Vendors selling art, handcrafts, seasonal products and more are being sought for this lovely indoor/outdoor market at the Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive in Malta. Outdoor space fee is $40 each and indoor space fee is $50 each. Call 518-899-4411 or visit www.MaltaParksRec.com for a show application.
Hugs from Henry Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed for animal rescue group Hugs from Henry a local animal rescue which needs volunteers to foster dogs. We’re also in need of dedicated volunteers to help with golf tournaments, adoption clinics and other events. Please come to our meeting on Saturday, March 16 at the Ballston Spa Public Library. Meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. in lower level meeting room. Hoping you’ll come and join us. For more information, contact Barb at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
AARP/TaxAide Services
The AARP TaxAide program will begin providing free tax preparation services for low- and moderate-income residents in Saratoga, Washington and Warren Counties. The AARP/TaxAide program is sponsored by the AARP Foundation in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service-IRS. AARP/TaxAide counselors are volunteers who are trained in state and federal tax regulations, and are certified by the IRS to provide tax preparation services.
Tax preparation services will be available from February 1 through April 15. To find the location nearest you, go to www.aarp.org/findtaxhelp. Then call the listed phone number to schedule an appointment. If you do not have access to the internet, call 1-888-227-7669 for assistance.
Social Activities for Seniors
If you’re over 55, a long-time or new resident in the area and looking to meet active 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 surrounding communities are welcome to join. Programs and activities include festive dinners, dances with live bands, “pickin’ sessions,” bus trips, weekly luncheons, exercise classes, chorus, crafts, etc. Stop in any Thursday 11 a.m. and join us for lunch.Yearly membership fee is $10.Call Barb Broderson, Membership Secretary at 518-885-4229 for more information or visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com.
Ballston Area Seniors Chorus
We are looking for new members who enjoy singing. Once we have a program, we go to nursing and retirement homes to entertain the people there. Do come and join us.
