Friday, June 19
Saratoga Balloon and Craft Festival
Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa, noon.
This event will kick off the summer festival season in the Capital Region. Together with the launching of balloons in the early morning and at 6 p.m. There will be a balloon Glow on Friday and Saturday evenings at dusk. Admission: $10 Adult, $5 Children 5-17. www.balloonandcraft.com
Saturday, June 20
Free Learn to Row Day for Youth
Saratoga Rowing Association Boathouse, 543 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
This is open to the public. If you’ve ever wanted to try rowing or have been looking for a sport for your child, come join us. Open to youth (rising 7th grade and higher) and adults. Please wear athletic fitting clothing and bring a water bottle and sunscreen. For more information call (518) 587-6697 or email, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Curtis Lumber’s PetAPalooza Pet Adoption Day
Curtis Lumber will host their 6th annual PetAPalooza pet adoption day across select retail stores located throughout New York State and Vermont. Each store will host multiple animal shelters/rescue groups with many adoption rates lowered for the day. Hundreds of animals from over 80 shelters and rescue groups will be available for adoption including cats, dogs, rabbits and birds. There will also be pet service providers in attendance such as local veterinarians, groomers, pet sitters and trainers offering valuable discounts off their services. Other events include dog house and 50/50 raffles, low-cost microchipping clinic, WTEN’s Steve Caporizzo’s Pet Connection, live radio broadcasts and more. For more information visit www.clpetapalooza.com or find us on Facebook.
Plant and Garden Décor Sale
Corner Bryan St. and East Ave., Saratoga Springs 9 a.m. - 1 p.m
Rain date is June 21. Sponsored by the Heritage Garden Club.
Heritage Hunters - Genealogy and Local History
Town of Saratoga Town Hall, Corner of Rt 4 at Rt. 29, Schuylerville, 1 p.m.
David R. Starbuck, author and educator, will present a review of the archeological digs he has supervised in our area over the past 30 years. The sites include; the Saratoga National Historic Park, Mount Independence on Lake Champlain, Rogers Island and other Fort Edward sites, Fort William Henry, and his current project, Lake George Battlefield Park. Dr. Starbuck is Professor of Anthropology at Plymouth State University in New Hampshire. Public is welcome. For more information call (518) 587-2978.
A Poetry Reading with Joan Murray and Suzanne Parker
Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.
Joan Murray shares poems from Swimming for the Ark: New and Selected Poems 1990-2015. This highly engaging book vividly dramatizes an urban youth and a rural life, along with deeper concerns about history, art, and injustice. Suzanne Parker reads from Viral. Written in response to the tragic suicide of Tyler Clementi, Viral explores the complex issues of sexuality, shame, and masculinity. Grief and loss guide us as Suzanne Parker investigates the issues of privacy, voyeurism, and human contact, seeking to understand what it means to live in a world where technology can quickly turn a dark computer screen into an open window.
Cabaret Night Fundraiser
Saratoga Springs High School’s Meade Teaching Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
This fundraiser, presented by Saratoga Springs High School Drama Club, will support the club’s theatrical productions. Current members and alumni will be performing songs from a variety of Broadway shows. The evening will include dancing, singing, desserts and a silent auction. Tickets will be sold at the door, $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Visit www.sshsdramaclub.com for directions.
Sunday, June 21
Father’s Day Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Fruit cocktail. French toast, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee, tea. Donation Requested: Adults $8.00,
Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $7.00, Children 5—12 $6.00, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $8.00. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman
One Big Roof, 433 Broadway, Suite 302, Saratoga Springs, 9-10:15 a.m.
Weekly meditation followed by short discussion. All contemplative traditions honored. By donation. For more information call (413) 992-7012 or visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com.
Opera Saratoga
The National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m.
Join Opera Saratoga for a free opera concert in the Riggi Theater. The National Museum of Dance and Opera Saratoga are excited to partner this summer to bring opera to the Museum’s courtyard. This collaboration will allow Opera Saratoga to present a Baroque opera for the first time in the company’s history. For more information visit, www.DanceMuseum.org.
Making Art Dance
The National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 4 p.m.
An exhibition from Mana Contemporary, Making Art Dance marks the 30th anniversary of Armitage Gone! Dance, and celebrates her profound contribution to the contemporary dance landscape and the artists who have helped bring her productions to life. A stunning collection of some of her costumes and backdrops make this an exhibition not to be missed. Join us in viewing this fantastic exhibition and hearing from choreographer Karole Armitage herself. Wine and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.DanceMuseum.org.
Monday, June 22
Book Launch Celebration for Saratoga Springs: A Centennial History
Saratoga Springs History Museum, Canfield Casino, 1 East Congress St., 7 p.m.
For nearly 250 years, Saratoga Springs has been one of North America’s most fabled resort towns. Until now, its story has never been told in a single volume. As part of the celebration of the centennial of the city’s incorporation, join us in welcoming this new definitive history. For more information visit www.Northshire.com.
Tuesday, June 23
Open Mic with Rick Bolton
Gaffney’s, 16 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, 8 p.m. – Midnight
Come and listen to some great music by local talents every Tuesday evening.
Wednesday, June 24
Destination Africa
Crandall Library, Christine L. McDonald Community Room, Glens Falls, 7 p.m.
Three Southern Adirondack Audubon Society members will present “Destination: Africa!” as part of the local Audubon chapter’s continuing monthly program series. It is free to the public. Dessert and beverages will be offered at 6:45 p.m. in honor of the group’s 31st anniversary. Mona Bearor will join Don and Nan Polunci to talk about the wildlife and experiences on their October 2014 trip to Kenya and Tanzania on a15-day safari adventure. Please avoid wearing fragranced products to the program, to avoid triggering allergies, asthma and migraines in others attending the event. For more information visit, www.southernadirondackaudubon.org
Free Training Runs – Firecracker 4
Fleet Feet Sports/Asics, 155 Wolf Rd., Albany or 37 Kendall Way, Malta, 6 p.m.
The Firecracker 4 road race in Saratoga Springs on July 4th expects 4,000 runners this year. The race’s presenting sponsor, Fleet Feet Sports/Asics, is hosting free training runs to help runners of all ability levels to prepare. A rehearsal run of the four-mile Firecracker 4 course is set for Saturday, June 27 at 8 a.m. starting in front of the City Center, 522 Broadway, downtown Saratoga. Race registration and information: www.firecracker4.com.
Thursday, June 25
Poetic Waters Poetry Tour
Saratoga State Park, Outdoor Corridor at entrance to Roosevelt Spa, 5 – 7 p.m.
This is for lovers of words and water of all ages - a tour of the famed mineral springs and an experience of water and nature poetry. The tour will start out with a brief poetry experience and you will hear more poetry throughout the tour. At some of the springs, writing prompts will be provided for those who would like to try writing their own nature poetry or haiku. You might be surprised at what flows forth. Each mineral spring flows from its own fountain in a beautiful natural setting and has a unique combination of healing properties which you will learn about from our local springs expert, Trent Millet. The poetry and writing prompts will be provided by local poet Susan Jefts. No experience with poetry or writing is needed.
Cost: By Donation (Suggestion of $20-$30) To Register: Call Susan Jefts at (518) 232-6776 or Trent Millet at (802) 473-2836.
Concerts in the Park
Wiswall Park, Front St., Ballston Spa, 6 – 8 p.m.
The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is proud to once again present its free Concerts in the Park series. This week’s concert features Aged in the Hills (country).
Fear to Faith Workshop
2 Imperial Lane, Charlton, 6:30 p.m.
Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures is hosting a Fear to Faith Workshop. Discover what’s holding you back through the fear to faith process. Suggested donation: $20. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call (518) 423-3569.
