Friday, February 19
Fish Fry Fridays
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
Menu: fried fish, fried clams, fried chicken tenders, popcorn shrimp, or buffalo shrimp. Also clam chowder by the bowl or by the quart. Beverages: soda, water, coffee, beer. You are invited to eat in at our club house or to call ahead for take-out (518) 695-3917. Everyone will be welcome.
Saturday, February 20
Family Yoga at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market
Saratoga Spa State Park, Lincoln Baths Building, 65 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Family Yoga is back at our winter market (November-April). Certified yoga instructor Patty Rodecker will hold a free Family Yoga class. 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..
Genealogy and Local History
Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville, 1 p.m.
“Town of Providence” will be the program topic presented by Edward Dandaraw, town historian and Tim Vandenberg, long-time town resident. They will speak about the formation of the Saratoga County town of Providence, how it evolved and who its early settlers were. Public is welcome. For information call (518)587-2978.
Concert: Raging Asian Women
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore Campus, 8 p.m.
$8 adults, $5 senior citizens and Skidmore community, free for students and children
For more information call (518) 580-5321 or go to www.skidmore.edu/zankel.
21st Annual Ballston Spa Winter Fun Festival
Bath Street Hill and Elks Club, Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
This year will feature Sledding down Bath Street hill from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. depending on snow.
Music, dancing, contests, and free food at the Elks Club from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. An indoor snowball rumble and children’s coloring contest with prizes and children’s crafts at the Elks Club from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. This event is sponsored by The Village of Ballston Spa, the Town of Milton, and the Elks Club.
Sunday, February 21
Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, 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.
Dharma Meditation
One Big Roof, Center for Mindful Practices, located in the Saratoga Health & Wellness Bldg. (across from Maple Ave. Middle School) 9 - 10:15 a.m.
This is a group meeting for meditation followed up by a short discussion. All contemplative traditions are honored. Visit www.oneroofsaratoga.com or call Pierre at (413) 992-7012.
The Frost Awakens
Hudson Crossing Park, Schuylerville, Noon – 3 p.m.
Learn about a past big business on the Hudson through ice harvesting demonstrations, watch sled-dog pulling, dip an ice-fishing line in the canal, try a fat-tire bike, win a prize in the best hat head hair contest, and more. With enough snow, stalk a trail on snowshoes, sled down a kid-friendly hill, and show off your snow sculpting skills. Hot food available from 9 Miles East at a Warming Tent sponsored by AmeriGas. Event partners also include Saratoga Tackle and Archery, Spa City Bicycleworks, Alpine Sport Shop, Jeramie and Sarah van Rijsewijk plus their sled dogs and Cold Water rescue demo by Schuyler Hose.
Concert: Principal Brass
Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore Campus, 8 p.m.
$8 adults, $5 senior citizens and Skidmore community, free for students and children.
For more information call (518) 580-5321 or go to www.skidmore.edu/zankel
Tuesday, February 23
Saratoga Friends
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Glasby Room, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
“Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other gold” goes the old campfire song. Saratoga Friends is a social group for baby boomers who are new to the Saratoga area and are interested in making new friends to socialize with. This is not a dating or singles group. Couples and singles are welcome, and there is no membership fee. Group members plan social activities based on their interests. For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Wednesday, February 24
2016 Winter Storytellers Series
SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Room 126, Saratoga Springs, Noon - 1pm
Special Black History Month Presentation. MaryNell Morgan: W.E.B. Du Bois: The Souls of Black Folk Sorrow Songs . The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the eighth annual storytellers series every Wednesday through March 2. Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed. For more information, call the Academy at (518) 587-2100 ext. 2415, www.esc.edu/all.
Guided Mindful Meditation
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Susman Room, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Take a break from the daily grind and clear your mind with guided Mindful Meditation led by professionals from One Roof Holistic Health Center. Sessions are free and open to the public, and will be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call (518) 584-7860 ext. 205.
Baked Chicken and Swiss Steak Dinner
Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Soup, Tossed Salad, Baked Chicken, Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Rolls and Butter, Dessert, Coffee and Tea. Donation: $10 adults, $9 Seniors (62 years) and Military(Active or Retired) with ID Card, $6 Children 5-12, Children under 5 free, $10 all take-outs. Cash bar available. Call (518) 584-2585 for more information.
Saratoga Acoustic Blues & Jam Night – Open Mic Night
Caffé Lena, 47 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, Signup 7 p.m., Opening Set 7:30 p.m.
Hall of Fame Inductee, Sonny Speed will be hosting this event for SABS. Billy Graham will be back again with his gritty blues music. Acoustic Jam to follow - All levels of playing are welcome. - 4th Wednesday of the month. Come on down to listen and play the blues. Admission: $5. - One of Saratoga best musical values. Contact, (if necessary): Phil Drum This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Thursday, February 25
Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (HOPE) Fundraiser
Inn at Saratoga, 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 5 – 10:30 p.m.
Help save the lives of abandoned pets just by having a nice evening out. Join us for dinner and/or drinks, and live entertainment by Jeff Walton. 25 percent of all proceeds from food and beverage sales will be donated to HOPE. There will also be a raffle for an overnight stay at the Inn and dinner for 2. Reservations suggested but not required.
