Friday, October 19
Nick’s Fight to be Healed Blood Drive
Shenendehowa United Methodist Church, 971 Rte 146, Clifton Park
1 – 6 p.m.
Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation supports local pediatric cancer patients and their families, as well as raises awareness about the emotional, physical and financial needs children with cancer face. Please sign up today at the American Red Cross Blood website (use sponsor code NICKSFIGHT) or call 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appointment.
Saturday, October 20
Heritage Hunters Genealogy Conference
Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, in Schuylerville
8:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Pamela Vittorio, certified genealogist and associate teaching professor at the New School University in NYC, will be the speaker. Conference topics are Break Ground or Bust Walls, Using the Internet and Archives; More Than a Picture, Using Newspaper Resources to Help Tell Your Story; Special Online and Hidden Collections in NY Genealogy Societies; and Researching Family in the Civilian Conservation Corps, 1933-1945. Registration is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. An option is offered for $45 that would include HH 2018-2019 membership at $15 and the Conference at $30. Register by calling 518-587-2978 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Saratoga Recycle Day
SPAC Parking Lot, Route 50, Saratoga Springs
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Keep it out of the landfill. New this year, you can bring clothes, appliances, electronics, bicycles, TVs and monitors. Cost is $5 per vehicle.
Fall Bazaar
Round Lake United Methodist Church, 34 George Ave., Round Lake
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Round Lake United Methodist Women are having their Fall Bazaar. Luncheon served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bake sale all day. Holiday sale with Christmas and Fall décor, chinese auction drawing at 3 p.m. (need not be present to win). Come join us for a day filled with fun, food and fellowship.
Soup-er Saturday Vendor Blender
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Come shop and stay for soup. Vendors include: LuLaRoe, Fox Hollow Cards, Just Beautiful Jewelry, thirty-one, Be Crofty Games, Pampered Chef, American Girl, J.R. Watkins, Origami Owl, Avon, Norwex, Parks Bentley, Color Street nail strips, Stampin’ Up. Also Boy Scounts Troop 99 Ham Radio Demo, crocheted and sewn items, crafts and silent auction baskets.
Ballston Area Senior Citizens Bazaar
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa
9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Over 30 vendors and crafters will be showing off their wares for your shopping pleasure. There will be a country store, pie table, a 50/50 raffle, a quilt raffle, baskets for silent auction, books and puzzle table and more. Our café will be in full swing, with a nice variety of hot and cold foods. For more information call the Senior Center at 518-885-6740.
Gold Star Memorial
Congress Park, Saratoga Springs
11 a.m.
The Gold Star Marker is sponsored by the Federated Garden Clubs of NYS, District IV. The ceremony of dedication will include an Honor Guard, bag pipers, representatives from Veterans’ organizations, Gold Star Mothers and Families and the NYS Federated Garden Club President. Dating back to World War I, the term Gold Star came from the custom of families of servicemen hanging a banner in the window of their homes. The service flag had a star for each family member that was serving in the armed forces. Living servicemen were represented by a Blue Star and those who had lost their lives by a Gold Star. Refreshments will follow at the Visitors’ Center. For more information contact Barbara Millington at 518-587 3085.
Stop 22 Walk-a-Thon
VFW Post East North St., Ballston Spa
Registration 2 p.m., Walk 2:30 p.m.
A gentle walk to bring awareness to Veteran suicide and show support to Veterans and their families. A picnic will follow. Registration fee: $1 per walker. Proceeds to benefit Saratoga War Horse. Please bring items to donate for Veterans in need: new hats, gloves, socks, or personal care items would be greatly appreciated. Sponsored by Post 358 Ballston Spa Auxiliary with generous support from the Elks of Ballston Spa.
Sunday, October 21
Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs
8:30 – 11 a.m.
Eggs to order, fruit cocktail, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, breakfast sausage and ham, corned beef hash, sausage gravy and biscuits, scrambled eggs, eggs benedict, juice, coffee and tea. Donation Requested: Adults $10, Seniors and Military (active/retired with ID card) $9, Children 5-12 $8, Under 5 Free, Take-outs $10. Call 518-584-2585 for more information.
Volkswalk for Fun, Fitness and Friendship
Start point: Four Seasons Natural Foods, 120 Henry St., Saratoga Springs
9 a.m.
A volkswalk is a recreationally-paced, pre-mapped walk in a culturally or historically interesting area. Registration for each event starts ½ hour prior to the walk and the cost is $2. Please do not park in the store parking lot. Further information is available at www.walkescv.org
The Petite Retreat - From Pregnancy to Preschool
The National Museum of Dance, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Petite Retreat is an annual event that brings families together for an exciting day of learning and venturing into the world of parenting infants to preschoolers. Meet with local parenting experts, attend any of our 15 exciting educational workshops, shop with vendors, mingle with other parents, check out area preschools, sample gourmet food and snacks and more. The ticket price of $25 includes admission for two people, a reusable tote bag full of samples and special offers, and all-day access to the 15 event workshops.
3rd Annual Lyme Away 5K and 1 Mile Walk
Cole’s Woods, next to Glens Falls YMCA
10 a.m.
The race is organized by the Lyme Action Network, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization working to advance information and understanding about tick-borne diseases. Register online www.lymeactionnetwork.org/events or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
A Bridle Affair
National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
We’ve gathered dozens of vendors to this one-of-a-kind location to offer the services and advice you need to plan all the details of your wedding day. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to see the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame at its wedding-decor best. Come and enjoy food tastings from area venues and caterers, prizes, giveaways and fun. Admission is complimentary. Engaged couples can register for the event online at www.abridleaffairsaratoga.com or by calling 518-350-9505.
Monday, October 22
Mobile Blood Drive
Bonacio Construction Inc., 18 Division St., Suite 401, Saratoga Springs
Noon – 5 p.m.
Give blood, help saves lives. Held on the Red Cross Bus. To schedule an appointment, please contact the Red Cross at redcrossblood.org or 1-800-RED-CROSS. Use sponsor code BONACIO.
Tuesday, October 23
Pieroghi Sale
Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake
Pickup 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese will be available. Call 518-363-0001 for orders.
GriefShare
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls
4:30 p.m.
Open to anyone who has suffered a loss of a loved one and needs support during the grieving process. It is a 13-week program, but anyone is welcome to join at any point in time. For more information call 518-793-1152.
Science on Tap
Artisanal Brew Works, 41 Geyser Rd., Saratoga Springs
6:30 p.m.
Dr. Bernie Possidente from Skidmore’s Biology Department will talk about how “Your teenager’s sleep cycle is designed for sex, not school.” Plan to arrive by 6 p.m. to get your drink and the talk will start promptly at 6:30. Admission is free, but tickets are required due to space limitations. For tickets, go to tinyurl.com/ya3q9zre or Eventbrite.com.
Wednesday, October 24
Polish Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs
4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Soup, kielbasa, sauerkraut, stuffed cabbage, pierogi, potato pancakes, applesauce, rolls, 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.
“Happy Owl-O-Ween! – Live Birds of Prey”
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room
7 p.m.
Wildlife educator Trish Marki will present. Marki is Executive Director of the Saratoga Springs based Wildlife Institute of Eastern New York. The Southern Adirondack Audubon Society sponsors this program which is free and open to the public.
Thursday, October 25
Science Explorers
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs
10:30 a.m.
This program is suited for all ages. Join us for this popular weekly program where we discover the different ways in which science is all around us. For more programs at the museum, visit cmssny.org.
