Friday, May 3
Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 6 - 10 p.m.
Come celebrate our Spring Fling for our Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser. Put on your dancin' shoes and “tiptoe through the tulips” with Betsy and the ByeGons who play 60’s and 70’s music, pop and classic rock and country. Cost is $20 at the door or pay in advance by calling Judy at 518-587-5568. Rigatoni, meatballs, salad, garlic bread and dessert are included in ticket price. Cash bar, 60’s attire contest, games and raffle baskets will be available. Help raise donations to assist the Cerebral Palsy Fund and have a fun night.
An Evening with Chantal Turvey
Long Shadows Farm, Cambridge | 5:30 p.m.
World renowned equestrian performer Chantal Turvey will perform with her horses. Between 5:30 and 7 p.m. there will be pony rides, entertainment and food and beverage concessions. The event will benefit the sanctuary horses, including retired Thoroughbred racehorses at Long Shadows Charitable Foundation (LSCF), as well as its healing programs for veterans, first-responders and others. Turvey is a highly acclaimed horse trainer, stunt rider, and trick trainer specializing in training equines for cinema. She has trained horses for productions such as Selma, Underground, the Walking Dead and more. Her performance will be a tribute to veterans.
Matilda the Musical
Saratoga Springs High School, Teaching Auditorium | 7 p.m.
The Saratoga Children’s Theater presents Matilda the Musical. Additional shows are Saturday, May 4 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m. Please park by the football field/tennis courts. The Teaching Auditorium is all the way down to the left of the tennis courts. Tickets: adults $15, students/seniors $10, children (not in school) $5. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. Remaining tickets for each performance will be sold starting one hour before the show. Tickets are available online at: www.brownpapertickets.com.
Saturday, May 4
Workshop on Waterfalls
Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park | 9 a.m. - Noon
SSAS will host a workshop on "Waterfalls" by artist/instructor Karen Woodinon. Karen will demonstrate her oil painting techniques, then from 1- 3 p.m. there will be guided instructions. Bring your own lunch. To reserve your space and receive further directions, please check the website: SouthernSaratogaartist.com.
I Love My Park Day
Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Rd, Gansevoor | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Volunteers needed to help improve and enhance our local Moreau Lake State Park. Organized through Parks & Trails, NY, there will be a variety of projects for all ages (large groups welcome). Register at www.ptny.org/ilovemypark. Rain date is May 5.Refreshments and lunch will be provided by Friends of Moreau Lake.
Learn to Compost
Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m.
Home composting doesn't have to be hard... even for kids! Bring the whole family to learn from the experts at Sustainable Saratoga during this one-hour free presentation. People (and puppets for the kids) will teach the basics of turning plant refuse from kitchen and yard into rich soil for your garden. Register at www.sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/zero-waste.
Big Brew Day
Saratoga Zymurgist, 112 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m – 3 p.m.
Learn how to become a homebrewer and celebrate National Homebrew Day. Come watch local homebrewers demonste different ways you can make beer at home. All-grain and BIAB brewers will start at 10 a.m. Extract brewers and one-gallon brewers will start at noon. This event is free.
Spring Antique Appraisal Show
Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Rd., Malta | 10 a.m. - Noon
Antique expert Mark Lawson of Mark Lawson Antiques and sponsor of Antiques Road Show will be doing an evaluation of your antiques. Pre-register to bring an item to be appraised or come to watch. We are limited to 40 items, so register early at www.MaltaParksRec.com or call 518-899-4411 for more information.
Motherless Daughters Gathering
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | Noon
There will be a gathering for women who have lost their mothers. The annual event came about in response to the book, Motherless Daughters by Hope Edelman. Participants are welcome to bring a photo or other remembrance of their mother to share. Light refreshments served. No cost to attend. Call 774-275-4173.
Drawn: Tim See Exhibition and Hands-On Workshop
Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Rd., Schuylerville | 5 - 7 p.m.
Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery presents "Drawn" a solo exhibition of the utilitarian pottery of Syracuse artist Tim See that will run through May 31. See will also be present for a hands-on workshop May 4-5. Visit saratogaclayarts.org, call 518-581-2529 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Benefit Football Game
Times Union Center | 7 - 9 p.m.
Join the Nick’s Fight group as we cheer on the Albany Empire arena football team against the Washington Valor. All proceeds benefit the Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation. Tickets are $27 each and will be in Section 209. Then, join us on May 6 at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, Room A-B, 475 Moe Rd. for the 2019 Annual Gathering to celebrate the accomplishments of 2018. Refreshments provided. For more information, visit www.fighttobehealed.org.
Sunday, May 5
Breakfast Buffet
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs | 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Now featuring 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: 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.
Poetry Slam for Science
Congress Park, 1 E. Congress Place, Saratoga Springs | 3 - 4 p.m.
Presented by Saratoga Unites. Bring your distilled (less than a minute) creation to Congress Park to read or share on a poster. Read your poetry in a community that recognizes significant contributions science makes in policy and advancement of humanity. Submit to Saratoga Unites if you wish to share online. All ages. Email questions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Visit saratogaunitesny.org.
Monday, May 6
Open Mic Night
Caffe’ Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.
Every Monday, all ages, all styles. The event is free, but please leave a $3 donation for their non-profit organization. Sign up is 7-7:25 p.m. Show is at 7:30 p.m. Two songs or 10 minutes. Sign up is first-come, first-serve.
Moreau Overlook Hike
Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Rd., Gansevoort | 1-3 p.m.
This hike is one of our most strenuous. We will be hiking 0.9 miles up to the beautiful view of Moreau Lake. This is a steep hike and towards the end it gets a bit rocky. Bring plenty of water and a snack or lunch to eat at the overlook. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice by calling 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office, $1 for 62+ and children, $2 for everyone else.
Wednesday, May 8
Roast Pork & Liver/Onions Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Soup Dijour, tossed salad, roast pork loin, liver and onions, mashed potatoes, bread stuffing, vegetables, dessert, rolls and butter, coffee, 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.
Ballston Area Seniors Pickin’ Sessions
Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd., Ballston Spa | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Free to the public, ample free parking and please bring a snack to be shared. Amateur and/or professional musicians. Come listen or bring an instrument and play along. Check out our web page, www.ballstonareaseniors.com.
Thursday, May 9
Beyond My Battle: Art with Heart & Hope
Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 9 p.m.
An art show celebrating the healing power of art for those living with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and caretakers. Support Beyond My Battle’s cause. Enjoy food, live music, and good company. Tickets for the opening-night party on May 9 are available now at www.beyondmybattle.org. To become a sponsor, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Upcoming Meetings
Monday, May 6
American Legion Auxiliary
The Henry Cornell Post 234, 23 Pleasant Street, Ballston Spa | 7 p.m.
Saratoga Retired Teachers
Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Ave. (Rte. 9P), Saratoga Springs | Noon
For membership information and luncheon reservations call 518-587-5356.
