Friday, December 18
Miracle on 34th Street
Home Made Theater, Spa Little Theater, 19 Roosevelt Dr., Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.
Sometimes we all need a reminder of how wonderful it is to believe! Just when a weary world needs it most, a white-whiskered, kindly old man calling himself Kris Kringle appears to remind a little girl and her skeptical mother that the holidays are still a magical time of humor, generosity, and faith in the goodness of others. Join us for this uplifting yuletide classic. Tickets are $18 for adults and $12 for children 12 and under. For more information and performances visit www.homemadetheater.org.
Saturday, December 19
Eagle Watch
Moreau Lake State Park, 9 a.m. - Noon
Grab a pair of binoculars and join park staff on their weekly Bald Eagle survey. Moreau Lake State Park’s section of the Hudson is home to wintering bald eagles. It is important for us to monitor their population and health, please come and help us! Registration is necessary. Call (518) 793-0511
Family Yoga at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market
Saratoga Spa State Park, Lincoln Baths Building, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m.
Family Yoga is back at our winter market (Nov-April). On the third Saturday of every month, certified yoga instructor Patty Rodecker will hold free Family Yoga classes at 11a.m. and 12 p.m. The 30-minute classes will be family-friendly and designed for yogis of all ages and abilities. Bring your mat or just wear your sneakers and enjoy a gentle, fun program designed to put a smile on your face and peace in your heart. Please register ahead by emailing Julia at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
4th Annual Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl for Alzheimer’s
Barrelhouse, 68 Beekman St., Saratoga Springs, Noon Registration
Raise your Pint & Raise Hope & Awareness at our 4th Annual Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl. The crawl will walk throughout the great city of Saratoga Springs. The crawl will have food at three locations, plus drink specials at every bar from $2-$4. Each ticket includes food, bar specials, free Xmas swag and a custom pub crawl mug for the first 100 registered. There will be a silent auction of gift cards, prize baskets and so much more. Some of the bars will be having individual giveaways. 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the Alheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York. Buy tickets and get info at www. crawltoga.com.
The Dance Factory Dance Studio presents “Believe”
Schuylerville High School, 14 Spring Street, Schuylerville, 1 – 3 p.m.
Join us for our holiday performance featuring dancers ages three to twenty years, boys and girls, as they perform lively holiday-inspired dances in ballet, hip hop, tap, lyrical, and jazz. This event is sure to get you even closer to the holiday spirit and is appropriate for all ages. This two hour production is choreographed and directed by artistic director Dianne Carola. Partial proceeds benefit Saratoga County Animal Shelter and Hendrick Boards organization for abused and abandoned animals. For tickets call (518) 253-1433 or purchase at the studio.
Sunday, December 20
Breakfast with Santa
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Fruit cocktail, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee and tea. Donation Requested: Adults $8, Seniors and Military (Active/Retired with ID Card) $7, Children 5—12 $6, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $8. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.
Flying Fingers Holiday Concert
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, 2 – 3 p.m.
Enjoy a holiday musical sign language performance by the Flying Fingers Sign Language Troupe led by Kassey Granger and sponsored by The Lions Club of Region N. The troupe, comprised of children ages 6-16, will entertain you with a variety of songs and teach some simple signs so you can “sing along.” For families and children ages 5 and up. No registration required. Free admission.
Monday, December 21
First Day of Winter Hike
Moreau Lake State Park, 9 a.m. – Noon
Let’s start the winter off with a long walk in the woods. A lesser known trail nicely weaves through some thick forest up to the top of Palmertown Range. This hike will be a challenging 4+ miles. Please bring lunch and plenty of water. Appropriate shoes are necessary. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice. Call (518) 793-0511.
Annual Members’ Show
Art Center Gallery, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saratoga Arts is proud to present our Annual Members’ Show, on display in the Arts Center Gallery beginning December 21 through December 31. A staff and visitor favorite, our Annual Members’ Show presents 180 members artists from around the region in our main gallery, with works ranging from painting, drawing and printmaking to sculpture, ceramics and photography. This ever-popular, year-end show is a great opportunity for our established and emerging member artists to display their best artworks in a professional exhibition at The Arts Center Gallery and celebrate their many talents with fellow artists and the community. All artworks are available for purchase and would make a great gift this holiday season. Admission is free. For more information call (518) 584.4132 or visit www.saratoga-arts.org.
Winter Solstice Hike
Saratoga Spa State Park, 2 p.m.
Celebrate the beginning of winter with a hike through our fields and forests! This moderate three mile hike will feature some of the nicest trails in the park. All ages are welcome, but the trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. Fee is $3 per person or $5 per family. Registration required. Call (518) 584-2000 ext 116
Make a Seasonal Ornament
Saratoga Springs Public Library, The Children’s Room, 4 – 5 p.m.
Come to the library and make a seasonal ornament to celebrate the holiday season. For students in grades 4-7. Please visit or call the Children’s Room at (518) 584-7860 ext. 305 to register.
Light in the Darkness
First Presbyterian Church, 22 West High St., Ballston Spa, 7 p.m.
Light in the Darkness: A service of comfort and hope for the longest night of the year. Christmas can be a painful time. The constant, inescapable refrain about the happiness of the season reminds many people of what they have lost or have never had. Broken or lost relationships, employment and financial insecurity, poor health, depression - all of these can be more difficult as the nights lengthen and the cold intrudes. Recognizing that Christ came to comfort those who struggle with sadness and pain. First Presbyterian Church will host a community service of scripture, prayer, music and candle lighting to invite God’s Word to shine light into our darkness. Everyone, regardless of church background (or no religious affiliation) is welcome. For more information call (518) 885-5583.
Tuesday, December 22
Alzheimers Association
Adult and Senior Center of Saratoga, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m.
Kym Hance, Alzheimers Association will be at the Center every Tuesday from 9-1pm, to answer questions, give referrals or just to chat. Please take advantage of this amazing opportunity to learn as much as you can about this disease. Topics will vary monthly. For more information call (518) 581-8608.
Tuesday for Tots
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Tuesday for Tots is a neat drop-in program at the Children’s Museum at Saratoga. Tuesday for Tots is every Tuesday from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. and is free with museum admission. This is a special time for younger visitors to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment. Drop in anytime for play dough, crafts, games and friends.
Wednesday, December 23
Family Christmas Party Featuring Mickey’s Christmas Carol
Wood Theater, 207 Glen St., Glens Falls, 12:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Holidays at the Wood Theater with themed crafts, music, Santa Clause and a showing of Mickey’s Christmas Carol. The classic Disney animated characters play the roles in this animated retelling of the Charles Dickens masterpiece. To purchase tickets visit http://www.woodtheater.org/shows/.
Thursday, December 24
Turkey Trail Hike
Moreau Lake State Park, 10 a.m. – Noon
This moderate hike scales half-way up the Palmertown mountain range. Learn from the park naturalist how this trail got its name. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice (518) 793-0511.
