Friday, August 23
2019 Canfield Casino Gala
Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 – 11 p.m.
Prestwick Chase at Saratoga and The Saratoga Springs History Museum invites you to 2019 Gala in the beautiful and Historic Canfield Casino. Proceeds benefit restoration efforts of the History Museum and the Canfield Casino. Dinner, full open bar, dancing to the music of Ten Most Wanted, magicians Chris Wheel and Ryan Bliss, three tarot card readers, a photobooth and more! Club-house attire. Tickets are $75 per person in advance, $85 at the door. To purchase tickets, visit www.saratogahistory.org or call 518-584-6920, ext. 102.
Saturday, August 24
Third Annual Car Show
Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Breakfast, lunch, music, 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit Veteran, Youth, and Drug awareness programs. Rain date August 25. Registration is $10. Contact Al Sommer 518-885-9846.
Sunday, August 25
A Concert: 19th Century Songs of Sentiment
Grant Cottage, 1000 Mt. McGregor Rd., Wilton | 1 - 2 p.m.
People living in the United States during the 1800’s shared their common humanity by expressing a range of emotions in their music. Feelings brought out by life experiences such as blossoming and lost romances, the death of a loved one or war found their way into songs of the period. Popular composers who captured these timeless expressions of human sentiment provided the country with songs that have endured into the 21st Century. Come join Tess McCarthy (mezzo soprano), David Rudnick (tenor), Joe Gitto (guitar) and Grant Cottage tour guide Tom Smith (guitar and banjo) for a memorable concert. Suggested donation is $5 per person.
Help A Dog BBQ & Pet Festival
Albany-Saratoga Speedway, 2671 U.S. 9, Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
It’s time to celebrate everything pets and the people who love them. Capital District Jeep Wrangler is proud to present a great day of fur, fun and fundraising for the Animal Protective Foundation in Scotia. Bring your family and your pets and enjoy BBQ (vegan options), ice cream and beverages. Over 60 vendors. Enjoy a $20 per pet on-site micro-chipping clinic, agility course or sand, paint and stencil your own wooden sign under our big tent. Meet PROSARK9 search and rescue dogs and their owners. Enter to win premium raffles that include gift baskets filled with pet/people goodies all valued at $150+ each! Plus, children’s activities and a Jeep Wrangler Show & Shine featuring the new Jeep Gladiator! Admittance and plenty of free parking. 100% family/pet friendly event. For details visit www.cdjw.org/apf or on Facebook at CDJW Help A Dog BBQ & Pet Festival.
Music at the Museum
5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 2 – 4 p.m.
Music at the Museum, with Linda Nichols. There will be refreshments. Please bring a chair to sit on.
Monday, August 26
History, Legends, Lore & More - A Guided Walking Tour
Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon
This 90-minute historical walking tour celebrates Saratoga’s Victorian era and the classic Victorian stroll. Join us any day, Monday – Saturday, as we stroll through Congress Park, take the waters and hear the stories of our most colorful characters, beloved monuments and treasured artwork. This tour is a family-friendly and educational event with something for first-time visitors and Saratoga natives alike. The cost is $8.00 per person, and children 12 and under are free. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact the Saratoga Heritage Area Visitor Center at 518-587-3241.
Open Barn Program
Bloomfield Farm, 20 Bloomfield Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 8 p.m.
“End of the Season Thank You” gathering at the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Saratoga Summer Farm/ Open Barns are free to the public. For more information, visitwww.trfinc.org/trfevents
Tuesday, August 27
Howe Caverns Senior Day Trip
Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs | Bus leaves 8:30 a.m.
Enjoy the experience, descending 156 feet below the Earth’s surface to explore six-million-year old caves. Travel through the enormous main cavern, immense galleries and under huge boulders which hang precariously overhead. You will experience the mystique of the River Styx, the wonders of Titan’s Temple and The Giant Formation on your journey. Lunch at Grapevine Farms. Pay $10 at sign-up, bring $22 admission plus lunch money.
Back to School Bash
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m.
Backpacks, school supplies, books, brand new school clothes, bouncy house, games and prizes, cook out and cotton candy, police horse and firetruck. Online signup at bit.ly/BacktoSchoolBash2019 or Facebook.com/SaratogaSalvationArmy
Wednesday, August 28
Roast Beef Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tossed salad, soup, roast beef, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, dessert, coffee and tea. Donation Requested: $12 adults, $11 Seniors (62 years) and Military (active or retired) with ID card, $8 Children 5-12. Children under 5 Free, $12 All take-outs. Cash bar available. Call 518-584-2585 for more information.
Acoustic Blues Open Mic and Jam
Café Lena, 33 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | Sign-ups 7 p.m.
Featured artist is Robin O’Herrin. Opening set is at 7:30 p.m. followed by an Acoustic Jam. All levels of playing are welcome. Only $5.
Thursday, August 29
Korean War Veterans Luncheon
Carson’s Lakeside Restaurant, Rt. 9, Malta | Noon
Our host is Louise Finan. To make a reservation or for further directions, please phone Louise at 518-584-1293 by Aug. 20. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. For an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Bob Garland at 518-280-0075.
Overdose Awareness Day/Narcan Training
Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs | 5 p.m.
Registration for the Narcan training is requested to guarantee sufficient supplies. Call 518-306-3048 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. At 7 p.m. there will be a candlelight vigil in Congress Park at the Spirit of Life Statue, just off Broadway. Candles and overdose awareness ribbons will be available. Refreshments to follow. All members of the community are invited to join us to support and acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends who have lost a loved one to overdose. Sponsored by Healing Springs and The Prevention Council.
Concerts in the Park
Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m.
The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to present free concerts in the park, offering a line-up of some of the most popular musicians in the Capital Region, including local favorites and new performers. This week’s featured entertainer is The Sea The Sea.
