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PUBLISHED: May 12, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. | UPDATED: May 12, 2024 at 9:08 a.m.

Sunday, May 12, 2024

BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. Enjoy a Mother’s Day breakfast of Pancakes and Sausage, French Toast, Eggs made to order, World Famous Omelets, Home Fries, Toast, Coffee, and Juice. 8-11am. Adults $9 Seniors $8 Kids $5. Join us on the 2nd Sunday of each month. All are welcome. Proceeds support Elks Charities.

Monday, May 13, 2024

SUNSHINERS MEETING: The Quaker Springs Sunshiners will meet on Monday, May 13, at the Quaker Springs Firehouse. We will have some social time and a short business meeting at 11:30, followed by a covered dish luncheon. Folks should bring a dish to pass, their own table setting, and a memory to share about their early school experiences. Tim Lagoe and Pat Peck will present a program on the one room schools in the Town of Saratoga. Did you know that the first school was in Schuylerville before 1800? And the last one to close was the Wagman’s Ridge school – District No 2- that closed in June 1959 – one of the last one room schools in Saratoga County to close. Bring memories, photos, and artifacts to share.

PUBLIC TALK: Dr. Aaron Berman to speak on the history of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. The focus will be on the conflict as it existed before the events of October 7, 2023, discussing how the conflict between the two peoples attempting to share the same space came to this point.. The talk will take place on May 13, at the Methodist Church on Hemming Road, Saratoga Springs at 7:00 pm. All are welcome.

CAR SEAT CHECK: Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County is hosting a car seat check at New Country Toyota of Clifton Park, 202 NY-146, Mechanicville from 4-8pm. With 90% of car seats installed incorrectly, plan to see us. We will have Nationally Certified Technicians and Instructors to educate you on the correct installation of your car seat and how to fit your child correctly in the seat. Appointments are required. No “drop-ins.” Call CCE Saratoga 518-885-8995 to schedule an appointment. For more details go to:
https://ccesaratoga.org/family-community/traffic-safety-educational-programs/child-passenger-safety

CHILDREN’S HIKE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 10am. Join an educator on a fun and easy hike to look for things in nature that start with each letter of the alphabet! We will be writing things down if they can or they can help point things out. Geared toward 3-10 year olds, but everyone is welcome! The cost is $1 per child (cash or check). Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

BUTTON CLUB MEETING: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Monday, May 13th, at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.. The social time starts at 10:00 am, followed by the business meeting at 11:00 am, followed by the program. Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Kirsti at 518-869-8125. Everyone is welcome! For more Information visit https://www.HalfMoonButtonClub.org.

MAHJONGG: Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. Galway, will host Mahjongg games each Monday at noon. Players are requested to register by calling 518-882-6385. More information about all library programs is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS ACTIVITIES: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Mondays: 9:00-noon -Table Pool, 10-11am – Chorus, 11:15 am-noon – Exercise. No activities if Ballston Spa HS closes or has a 2 hour delay.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

CANDIDATE FORUM: The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will moderate a Meet the Candidates Forum for the Saratoga Springs School District on May 14 at 7 pm in the Saratoga Springs High School Teaching Auditorium. The forum will be live streamed on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/1IVa7PvWia0. District residents will elect three individuals to the Board of Education for three-year terms in this year’s election. The candidates, in the order that they will appear on the ballot, are Matt Kopans, Connie Woytowich, Joe Sabanos, Amanda Ellithorpe, and Deb Amory. The League of Women Voters is encouraging the public to submit questions for the candidates to QuestionsLWVSC@gmail.com no later than Friday, May 10. Please put the name of the school district (“Saratoga Springs”) in the subject line for the event to which the questions are directed.

TRAIL HIKE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 2pm. Join an Educator on an easy 2.1-mile hike from Nature Trail to Mud Pond. We might just see some beaver lodges. Bring plenty of water, snacks, waterproof shoes, bug spray and appropriate clothing for the weather. The cost for the hike is
$5 (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

THRIFT STORE ANNIVERSARY: Please join us to celebrate the Upper Room Thrift Shop 50th Anniversary! We are located at the Ballston Spa United Methodist Church and our anniversary is on May 14, from 9:30 am until noon. There will be cookies to celebrate at the south entrance to the church. Thank you for your support for 50 years!

SAM LOCAL MAGICIANS’ MEETING: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7pm PM on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham. We welcome all persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting, or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our website: WWW.SAM24.SYNTHASITE.COM.

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS ACTIVITIES: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Tuesdays: 10 am-noon – Crafts, 1 pm-4 pm – Mahjong. No activities if Ballston Spa HS closes or has a 2 hour delay.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

LIBRARY COMMITTEE MEETING: The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Galway Public Library will be held on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:30pm at the Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway. The meeting is open to the public. Any questions can be directed to Debra Flint, Library Director, at 518-882-6385.

ASTRONOMY CLUB: The next meeting of the Astronomy Club of the Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway, will take place on May 15th at 6:30 pm. There will be a presentation on viewing summer constellations. This group meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, and is open to adults and teens (middle school and older). Registration is requested, but not required, by calling 518-882-6385.

PRIME RIB TAKEOUT DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Prime Rib Dinner for curbside pickup on May 8, from 4:30-6:00 pm. Call 518-584-2585, Monday or Tuesday between 10 am and noon, to order. Menu: Queen Cut Prime Rib (10 to 12 oz), Roasted Redskin Potatoes, Vegetable, Salad, Roll. $15 each, cash only.

PICKIN’ SESSION: Hosted by the Ballston Area Seniors at the Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Open to the public, free admission & ample free parking. Jam runs from 1 pm to 3 pm. All acoustic musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel, & bluegrass are welcome to participate. If you don’t play, become part of the audience and enjoy the music. Bring a snack to share. Beverages provided. Call 518-885-4229 with questions.

RIDE OF SILENCE: The Albany Bicycle Coalition will hold its annual “Ride of Silence for Bicyclists Killed & Seriously Injured in Crashes” on May 15. This is an event that bicycle groups around the world participate in. At 5 PM on Wednesday May 15, we will gather at Evergreen Memorial Park cemetery to remember cyclist Joseph Crandall and the many other victims of traffic violence on Central Avenue, the deadliest road in the Capital Region. Location: 2150 Central Ave, Schenectady. At 6pm we will depart Evergreen for a 15.2 mile bike ride to visit sites where Roger Sawyer and Jeremy Williams lost their lives. The ride stays off Central Avenue, but riders should be comfortable riding with traffic. The ride will return to Evergreen before dark. Rain date May 22nd. Details at: https://albanybicyclecoalition.com/upcoming-events/ Members of the public are invited to attend the memorial at 5 pm, the ride at 6 pm, or both. There is no charge for participation. Reservations are not required; but for planning purposes we appreciate an RSVP to: albanybicyclecoalition@yahoo.com to let us know who is coming, and how many people are in your group.

BINGO: Knights of Columbus #246 hosts Bingo at the KOC Hall located at 50 Pine Rd. in Saratoga Springs, every Wednesday evening. The doors open at 4:30 pm, the kitchen window (which is staffed by the Catholic Daughters) opens at 5:30 pm, games go on sale at 6 pm., and the first game starts at 7 pm. Every week, there is $1,500 in guaranteed prize money. Join us for an evening out and help to support our activities within the community.

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS ACTIVITIES: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Wednesdays: 9 am-noon – Senior Craft Room, 12:30 pm-3 pm – Quilting. No activities if Ballston Spa HS closes or has a 2 hour delay.

HALFMOON FARMERS MARKET: The Halfmoon Farmer’s Market offers fresh, local, delicious, and nutritious products from farms, along with specialty items from area crafters and vendors. It runs year-round in Abele Park every Wednesday from 3-6 pm. For more information, call (518) 371-7410, extension 2200.

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, May 16, 2024

LIBRARY TALK: On Thursday, May 16th at 6 pm, the Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway, will be hosting The Two-Fold Invasion: Never to Be the Same, a special talk by local citizen Geza Ginzery about his family’s experiences in Hungary before, during, and after World War II. This program is being presented in conjunction with our monthlong exhibit of Memories From Survivors: One Family’s Holocaust Legacy. The exhibit is presented in partnership with the Southern Adirondack Library System and The Memory Project Productions, Inc. Please register to attend at 518-882-6385.

MOVIE SCREENING: Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga (RAIS) will be showing the movie “The Anonymous People”, the movie that started the addiction recovery movement. Join us on May 16, 2024 at 6:00 at the Healing Springs Recovery Center, 125 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs. A discussion of area recovery services will follow the movie.

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the
Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa every Thursday at 10 am
to play cards, use the craft room, play pool, or just socialize. Lunch is at 12:00 noon. Bingo after lunch if 10 players or more. At lunch the BASC Members may participate in Congregate Meals OR bring your own lunch, your choice. Pizza every 3rd Thursday at noon. On the fourth Thursday it is Pot Lunch at 11:30 am, to participate bring something to share or pay $ 3.00 at meal time. Coffee and hot water for tea will be available. Regular scheduled activities: 1st Thursday—Bring a lunch, play games, Bingo after lunch if enough players. 2nd Thursday—Bring a lunch, Speaker, General meeting and Bingo if enough players. 3rd Thursday—Board meeting, Pizza, Bingo if enough players. 4th Thursday— General meeting Pot lunch at 11:30 am bring something to share or $3, Bingo if enough players. 5th Thursday— Gameday, general meeting, Bingo if enough players. 1:00 pm—4:00 pm—Table Pool. No activities if Ballston Spa HS closes or has a 2 hour delay.

Friday, May 17, 2024

STORYTELLER: Join Wilton Wildlife around the campfire on May 17 at 7:00 pm with a special guest presentation from Perry Ground, a master storyteller and cultural educator for traditional Haudenosaunee storytelling. Perry Ground is a Turtle Clan member of the Onondaga Nation of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy. Perry has been a storyteller and educator for over 25 years and enjoys working with people of all ages to teach about the history & culture of Native Peoples. At this campfire chat, Perry will be telling “Stories from the People of the Longhouse,” a presentation filled with traditional legends that have been told for hundreds of years. These stories teach about the beliefs, customs, and history of the Haudenosaunee people. These stories become ‘interactive’ as Perry is known to include audience members in the stories. Elements of traditional Haudenosaunee lifestyle, pieces of historical information and LOTS of humor are woven into each story. Discussion about the Haudenosaunee culture and the art of storytelling is also part of this program. Not just for children, all listeners (young and old), will find this presentation captivating, highly entertaining yet very educational. S’mores and cocoa will be served starting at 6:30 pm with the presentation beginning promptly at 7:00 pm. Registration is required at least one day in advance. Space is limited. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

WIGGLY WANDERERS: At Moreau Lake State Park, 9:30am. Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will be a beginner’s hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers’ confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any questions call 518-793-0511.

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS ACTIVITIES: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Fridays: 1 pm-3 pm first Friday of the month Special Activities TBA, 11:15 am-noon – Exercise, 6:30 pm-9 pm – Table Pool. No activities if Ballston Spa HS closes or has a 2 hour delay.

Saturday, May 18, 2024

HERITAGE HUNTERS MEETING: Heritage Hunters will meet Saturday May 18th at 1 pm, at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville. Joseph W. Zarzynski, a maritime archaeologist from Wilton and a former Social Studies teacher in the Saratoga Springs School District, will be the speaker. He will tell the story of the 44 ft. long British warship that had been burned and then sank into Lake George during a 1757 French raid upon Fort William Henry. In 1903 it was raised and unceremoniously cut up for souvenirs. Zarzynski will examine its history, with photographs and the story of surviving and repurposed artifacts. Public is welcome. For info call 518-885-9309.

FAMILY HIKE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 9am. This program is meant for families with young kiddos. We will walk around the back pond and end at the playground…shhhhh don’t tell the kids! This hike is not stroller accessible but baby wearing and carrying will be very welcome. This hike is for all the members of the family so don’t leave older siblings or tiny babies behind! The cost is $1 per child (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register at least 24 hours in advance at 518-793-0511.

UNDERWATER ROBOTICS WORKSHOPS: The Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway, is hosting a workshop series for teens in middle school and older titled Underwater SeaPerch Robotics. SeaPerch is an international program that gives teens an opportunity to be part of a real-world engineering and design project to build an underwater ROV (robot). The third session will be held on May 18. The other sessions will be June 1 and June 15. Attendance at every session is not required. Please register by calling 518-882-6385.

CHURCH PLANT FAIR: May 18 from 10am to 1pm and May 19th from 12 to 2 pm, in the parking lot of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs (624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs). Tomatoes, Vegetables, and Herbs and a wide variety of local Perennials will be available. Questions, call 518-587-0403.

CHURCH DINNER: The Ballston Spa United Methodist Church will be having a roast pork dinner on May 18, from 4 to 6:30 pm. Roast pork loin, stuffing, green beans, cole slaw, and of course, pie! This will be a take-out only dinner at $14 a ticket. Tickets may be purchased at the door.

CHURCH PLANT SALE AND BBQ: Quaker Springs United Methodist Church (466 Route 32 S, Schuylerville) invites all to our annual plant sale and chicken BBQ on May 18. Plant Sale opens at 9 am and goes to noon, offering a wonderful selection of plants from our members’ and friends’ gardens! Come early for the best selection. Chicken BBQ is Take Out only, available for pickup from 1-3 pm, Prepared by the Ugly Rooster. Menu: ½ Chicken, Baked Potato, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Corn Bread, and a Brownie for $16. Reservations are required. Reserve with Deb @518 584-1812 or Cindy @ 518 396-8430. A Silent Auction will be held all day. Bid on your favorite basket for yourself or a gift.

“SPRING FLING”: Come join the Saratoga/Wilton Ladies Auxiliary BPOE#161 at our Spring Fling Cerebral Palsy Dance with the band Party of Three on May 18, 6-10pm at Saratoga/Wilton Elks Lodge. Admission is $25 per person which includes a buffet of BBQ chicken, ribs, baked beans, macaroni salad, cornbread and dessert. Dress is casual. You’ll want to “shake a leg,” or tap your feet to the vocals and beat of our musical trio. Raffle baskets for every day of the week are being created. This will be an evening of fundraising for those afflicted with Cerebral Palsy. To reserve a table, call Judy- 518-587-5568 (Deadline May 14).

BLUES CONCERT: Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials will perform at Caffe Lena (47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs) at 8pm. Go to www.caffelena.org for more information and to purchase tickets.

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Sunday, May 19, 2024

PAINTING WORKSHOP: If you want to be outside, get some pointers from an artist, and combine your love of art and nature, this is the workshop for you! There will be four painting workshops offered by Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at Camp Saratoga in the town of Wilton. The workshops are scheduled to enjoy the display of beautiful wildflowers in the meadow, such as the wild blue lupine. There will be two workshops for watercolor paints and two for acrylic paints. The acrylic workshops are scheduled for Sunday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 21 both from 12:00pm to 3:00pm with local artist Page Darrow. This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at least one day in advance. Space is limited. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP: Composting is an amazing, natural process that almost anyone can do at home! It’s also one of the best ways you can help fight climate change! Come to our composting workshop at Hudson Crossing Park Sunday, May 19 at 10am. Bring the family and enjoy the gardens at the park.

ANIMAL MEET & GREET: At Moreau Lake State Park, noon. This program is new and will include a little meet and greet with each animal in the nature center. Afterwards we will work together to guess the weight of each animal and put them in order according to our guesses. We will use some weighted items to help us make guesses and have some fun in the process. This program is ideal for kids 7+ but siblings are welcome to join. This program requires 24 advance sign up and will cost $1 per child. Please call 518-793-0511 to reserve your spot.

CHARITY BIKE/WALK: The twentieth annual Team Billy Ride and Walk for Research will take place on Sunday, May 19 at the Farmers’ Market at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs. Three rides of 50, 25 and 10 miles will begin at 8:30 am, with a three mile walk through the historic district starting at 9:00 a.m. The rides follow some of the most beautiful sections of Saratoga County, with the 50 mile bike ride through the Saratoga National Historic Park. This local event and ongoing donations have made possible over $2,900,000 in research grants
for brain tumor research. All donations are tax deductible and made payable to the National
Brain Tumor Society. To register for the Ride for Research, to donate funds or volunteer, please go to www.teambilly.org Phone: Cherie Grey 518-587-7211, cjgrey1@juno.com.

FILM DISCUSSION: Saratoga Jewish Community Arts and the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York present a panel discussion of the documentary “Four Seasons Lodge” on May 19 at 7 pm on Zoom. The 2008 film grew out of a series of articles by Andrew Jacobs, a reporter for The New York Times and a novice director who was imaginative enough to enlist the help of the outstanding cinematographer Albert Maysles. While the film is labeled a Holocaust documentary, it is not your typical Shoah story. On the surface, the plot revolves around a group of people who survived the death camps and now are struggling to save their summer camp in the Catskills. “Four Seasons Lodge” is available free to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy (registration with library card required). It may also be rented on Amazon Video. Registration is required for SJCA’s panel discussion. To register, visit www.saratogasinai.org.

FUNDRAISING GALA: Home Made Theater will hold its annual Spring Gala on Sunday, May 19th at The Mansion of Saratoga on Route 29 in Rock City Falls. This year’s theme is “Come to the Garden,” in honor of Home Made Theater’s upcoming June production of the musical The Secret Garden, being performed at the Pitney Meadows Community Farm on West Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Starting at 11:30AM, the gala will feature a full brunch menu of American and French favorites prepared by The Mansion of Saratoga’s Chef Rick Bieber. Entertainment for the event will feature performances from the upcoming production of The Secret Garden, as well as raffles, silent auction items, and other activities. A “Garden Guest” ticket is $125 and includes coffee or tea, juice, iced tea, lemonade, and one complimentary cocktail. There will also be a cash bar. An “Honorary Committee” ticket, which is $200, also includes program recognition, VIP seating for the entertainment, and a special gift bag. The deadline to purchase tickets for the gala is Friday, May 3rd. They may be purchased at Home Made Theater’s website, www.homemadetheater.org or by calling 518-587-4427 ext. 1. Also available by website or phone are tickets to The Secret Garden which runs for two weekends, from June 7th through June 16th.

WALK ‘N’ ROLL: The Spina Bifida Association of New York State (SBANYS) is holding the 14th annual Walk-N-Roll in Central Park, Schenectady. The event will kick off with participant check-in from 10:30am-11:00am, followed by the Walk-N-Roll at 11:30am. The route is fully accessible, ensuring that everyone can participate, whether walking or rolling. Registration is free, and we encourage teams to sign up, fundraise and show their spirit through coordinated outfits or signs. For those who cannot attend in person, the Virtual Walk-N-Roll option allows participants to join the effort from anywhere from 5/17-5/19. Simply get active, share your journey on social media, and tag SBANYS to be part of the community spirit online. To register, donate, or learn more about the Walk N Roll for Spina Bifida 2024, please visit our event page at https://charity.pledgeit.org/SBANYSWalkNRoll.

Monday, May 20, 2024

OIL PAINTING DEMONSTRATION: The Southern Saratoga Art Society will host a free Oil Painting and Composition demonstration by artist Lisa David at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20th at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Lisa frequently revisits playful vintage subjects with a realistic approach and a strong use of color. Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The public is invited to attend. For more information, visit: southernsaratogaartist.com

NATURE ON THE MOVE: On Mondays May 6 and 20 at 10:30 am, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be holding its bi-weekly Nature on the Move walks. These walks are led by one of Wilton Wildlife’s Environmental Educators and will take place at NYS DEC’s Camp Saratoga on May 20. These walks give participants an opportunity to get out on the trails with like-minded people and observe the beauty of nature in the spring. They are geared towards gentle exercise and are appropriate for adults at basic fitness levels. The group usually covers about 1.5 miles of trail. Nature on the Move happens every other week, year-round. Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

SECRET LIFE OF SNAKES: At Moreau Lake State Park, 10am. Come to the Nature Center to learn about our resident snakes. Some people have misconceptions around snakes but we will put those concerns and myths to rest while talking about all the cool things snakes offer the world. After the class we will go for a short walk and see if we can find any snakes out in the wild. (hike will be weather permitting). This program requires 24 advance sign up and will cost $1 per child. Please call 518-793-0511 to reserve your spot.

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

SARATOGA SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Saratoga Springs City Council meetings are regularly scheduled for 7 pm on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 474 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. Meetings are held in the Council Room at City Hall at this time. Meetings are open to the public, and admission into the room will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the meeting agenda for times of Public Hearings. The Ramp Door on the Broadway entrance to the building will be open for public access at 6:30 pm and earlier for special schedules. More information is available online at www.saratoga-springs.org.

SUNSET YOGA: The Town of Greenfield Recreation Department is adding exercise classes for its residents. The town is sponsoring outdoor “Sunset Yoga” at its Middle Grove Park, 428 Middle Grove Rd. Sunset Yoga is open to adults and costs $10 per person. Participants should dress warm, bring a blanket and a yoga mat. The program will be from 7-8 pm on May 21, June 6, June 13, June 20, and June 27.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING: The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will meet at 7 pm on Tuesday, May 21 at the Community Center, 25 Wilton Greenfield Road, Greenfield Center. The meeting and program is dedicated to and in memory of Ron and Alice Feulner. Please come and share stories, memories, and photos. Both Ron and Alice were huge contributors to the society and the community. Lemon refreshments (Ron’s fav) will be served as well as other items. Open to the public. All are welcome.

KNEE-HIGH NATURALIST: At Moreau Lake State Park, 2pm. Geared toward children aged 2-5, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature. We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a book or two and then take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks, shells, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash or check) at the
office upon arrival. Please register at least 24 hours in advance at 518-793-0511.

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, May 23, 2024

HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MEETING: The Old Saratoga Historical Association will have their monthly meeting at 7 pm inside Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville. Historical reenactor Ben Kemp will give a presentation as “Civil War veteran Oscar Kemp” about the lives and experiences of veterans after the Civil War and the Grand Army of the Republic, the largest fraternal organization of veterans of the time.

CHESS AND CHECKERS CLUB: Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. Galway, offers a Chess and Checkers Club on the third Thursday of each month from 4:00 to 5:00 for ages 9-14. More information about all library programs may be found at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.

Friday, May 24, 2024

Saturday, May 25, 2024

EARTH-FRIENDLY CAMPING: At Moreau Lake State Park, 11am. Drop in to learn tips and tricks to stay ethical in the outdoors! We will teach you how to pre-plan for a more environmentally friendly camping trip! This program is free and does not require registration, but you can call for any questions at 518-793-0511.

RIVERKEEP SWEEP: Volunteers of all ages are invited to the 13th Annual Riverkeeper Sweep, a day of service for the Hudson River on May 5, from 10am-2pm. Join us in preparing the trails, grounds, gardens, and banks of Hudson Crossing Park for summer, and make our waterways cleaner and healthier along the way. There will be projects for all ages, families, students in need of community service hours, and anyone who wants to help. If able, participants are encouraged to bring rakes and light gardening tools. Pre-registration is encouraged. Please visit www.hudsoncrossingpark.org for more information and the register.

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Sunday, May 26, 2024

BEGINNER BIRD WALK: At Moreau Lake State Park, 8:30am. Calling all beginner birders. Join us on a guided hike to search for birds! Feel free to bring binoculars. The hike will be a start and stop walk for less than two miles. Class fees waived with food donations. Please Reserve your spot at 518-793-0511.

REPTILE PROFILE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 11am. Join an educator in the nature center to meet our resident reptiles! We at Moreau take care of six New York native turtles and two snakes that cannot be released into the wild and are wonderful little educators. Learn about their exciting lives, what they like to eat, and what they use for shell-ter at the Nature Center. This program is for all ages. The cost is $5 for adults, $1 for children (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register at least 24 hours in advance at 518-793-0511.

Monday, May 27, 2024

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

BEAVER WALK: At Moreau Lake State Park, 10am. Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetlands Walk and Mud Pond trails where we can view our beaver’s dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live, love, and learn. This program is for people of all ages, it’s an easy-moderate hike
of about 2.5 miles. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

IBM LOCAL MAGICIANS’ MEETING: Are you fascinated by the mystery and wonder of magic? Do you have a desire to learn the art of illusion? Look no further than the International Brotherhood of Magicians! Our group meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at the Latham Firehouse at 226 Old Loudon Rd. in Latham at 7pm. Our meetings are filled with fun, fellowship, and lots of tricks of the trade. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, our group welcomes all levels of skill and experience. Join us today and let’s bring the magic to life!

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

PORCUPINE HIKE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 1pm. The park educator will be leading this moderate hike up to a lesser known trail in the park and showing you some areas that the porcupines like to hang out. Porcupines are cool creatures who love to take naps and we will be searching high and low to spot a porkie having a sunny naps. This program is $5 for adults and
$1 for children, spots are limited. Please call to reserve your spot 518-793-0511.

LENA GO ROUND: A monthly showcase of local singer-songwriters at Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St Saratoga Springs. 7:30 pm. Purchase tickets at caffelena.org.

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, May 30, 2024

PAINTING WORKSHOP: If you want to be outside, get some pointers from an artist, and combine your love of art and nature, this is the workshop for you! There will be four painting workshops offered by Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at Camp Saratoga in the town of Wilton. The workshops are scheduled to enjoy the display of beautiful wildflowers in the meadow, such as the wild blue lupine. There will be two workshops for watercolor paints and two for acrylic paints. The watercolor workshops are scheduled for Thursday, May 30 and Saturday, June 1 both from 12:00pm to 3:00pm with local artist Catherine Wagner-Minnery. This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at least one day in advance. Space is limited. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

Friday, May 31, 2024

Saturday, June 1, 2024

PAINTING WORKSHOP: If you want to be outside, get some pointers from an artist, and combine your love of art and nature, this is the workshop for you! There will be four painting workshops offered by Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park at Camp Saratoga in the town of Wilton. The workshops are scheduled to enjoy the display of beautiful wildflowers in the meadow, such as the wild blue lupine. There will be two workshops for watercolor paints and two for acrylic paints. The watercolor workshops are scheduled for Thursday, May 30 and Saturday, June 1 both from 12:00pm to 3:00pm with local artist Catherine Wagner-Minnery. This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at least one day in advance. Space is limited. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

POLLINATOR PALOOZA: Sustainable Saratoga is hosting Pollinator Palooza, a native plant sale and pollinator education event, on Saturday, June 1 from 10am-3pm at 390 Wilton-Gansevoort Rd, Gansevoort. Native pollinators (bees, butterflies, etc.) are in drastic decline due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Planting native plants provides essential food and habitat for native pollinators. It is often challenging to find native plants, but at Pollinator Palooza, you can shop our selection of over 35 native plant species. Please Note, cash or check preferred. Make a day of it! Learn how your garden, no matter how small, can help pollinators. Pollinator Palooza features information about sustainable gardening, the importance of native species, and general plant and pollinator educational resources, including free soil pH testing. We will have fun kids’ activities, raffles (gift certificates, books, plants, and more), entertainment, and delicious food from Coach’s Corner Food Truck and Sustainable Eats Food Truck.

4-H GOLF CLASSIC: The Saratoga County 4-H Leaders’ Association proudly announces the
23rd Annual 4-H Scholarship Golf Classic. We are providing you with our 2024 sponsorship opportunities, and respectfully ask that you consider supporting this great event again in 2024.
For a really special time, gather a foursome and play the beautiful Fairways of Halfmoon Golf Course. It’s always a special day full of fun and festivities! Registration is due by May 24. Go to https://files.constantcontact.com/cc87ff07901/13eefce0-092f-4681-932a-68d47db422d9.pdf for more information and to register.

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Sunday, June 2, 2024

WILDLIFE FESTIVAL: Wilton Wildlife will be hosting its Annual Wildlife Festival at the Historic Camp Saratoga on Scout Road in Wilton from 11am to 3pm. The free event will feature Karner blue butterfly information, lupine planting, food trucks, live animals, nature crafts, face painting, pond exploration, and hands-on fun. The event is timed to enjoy the beauty of the first brood of Karner blue butterflies and the blooming wild blue lupine. Activities will take place throughout Camp Saratoga to encourage people to explore the wonderful trail system, since the Wildlife Festival is a registered National Trails Day event. During the festival, native raptors will be presented by the Trish Marki of Silent Wings, sponsored by Ballston Spa National Bank. There will be live turtles at the turtle discovery table. At noon there will be an award ceremony for the winners of the Annual Earth Day Essay Contest. Entries were received from schools from all over the region and even beyond New York State! At the ceremony, the contest winners from each of the categories will receive their $50 cash prize. There will be lupine planting and a Karner blue butterfly information table to help visitors learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains Habitat Restoration area. Educators from Wilton Wildlife will share information about the efforts that New York State DEC and The Nature Conservancy have made in improving and increasing the habitat for this endangered species. Beginning at 11:00 am there will be numerous craft activities taking place in locations around Camp Saratoga. These will include clay medallions, fish printing, and watercolor painting. At the pond, volunteers will be on hand with dip nets to help people discover the animals that live there. The Donald A. Collins Memorial Fire Observer’s Cabin will be open along with the Historic Cornell Hill Fire Tower for visitors to get a unique view. Many other local organizations will have tables at the festival, including parks and nonprofits. This year food will be available from Big-n-Cheesy and Rolling in Gravy food trucks and Wilton Wildlife volunteers will be selling homemade goods through a bake sale. The Wildlife Festival will take place rain or shine with many of the activities moving under cover of Camp Saratoga’s many pavilions, the dining hall and the Winter Lodge in case of rainy weather. We encourage people to carpool, bike, blade, walk, or share rides with others since parking is limited. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

CABARET PERFORMANCE: Opera Saratoga will give performances of “Cabaret at the Mansion” at The Mansion Inn (801 NY 29, Rock City Falls). Lunch at 1pm, Performance at 2pm; Dinner at 6pm, Performance at 7pm. Rain or shine, seating is on the porch, under a tent. Tickets are available with or without the meal. Visit www.operasaratoga.org/cabaret for more information and or purchase tickets.

ACOUSTIC CONCERT: Tinsley Ellis will celebrate the release of his first-ever solo acoustic album, “Naked Truth,” with a live solo acoustic performance at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs on Sunday, June 2 at 7pm. www.caffelena.org for more information and to purchase tickets. Caffe Lena is located at 47 Phila St. in Saratoga Springs.

Monday, June 3, 2024

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Friday, June 7, 2024

YARD SALE: Gateway House of Peace (479 Rowland St. Ballston Spa) is having their annual yard sale June 7-9. All proceeds benefit Gateway House of Peace. Sale will be from 9am to 3pm. Donations are needed. Bring items between May 25 and June 6. Gently used & ready to be sold items accepted. Please be considerate – if you cannot sell, neither can we. Items not accepted: TV’s, computers, car seats, cribs, mugs, books, large appliances, upholstered furniture and mattresses.

Saturday, June 8, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Sunday, June 9, 2024

BARRE PARTY: The Town of Greenfield is holding a “TOG (Town Of Greenfield) Barre-ty Party” for ladies on June 9 from 4 pm to 5:30 pm at Pure Barre, at 56 Marion Ave. Registration links can be found at www.greenfieldny.org to reserve a spot. The cost is $15 for residents and $18 for non-residents. The fee includes a barre workout class, champagne, light bites, as well as discounts at the boutique and on future membership.

BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. Enjoy Pancakes and Sausage, French Toast, Eggs made to order, World Famous Omelets, Home Fries, Toast, Coffee, and Juice. 8-11am. Adults $9 Seniors $8 Kids $5. Join us on the 2nd Sunday of each month. All are welcome. Proceeds support Elks Charities.

Monday, June 10, 2024

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

SWINGING FOR THE ARTS: Saratoga Children’s Theatre’s 8th annual golf tournament is back by popular demand. Please RSVP no later than June 3. Registration is $95 and includes greens fees, cart rental, food, and a goodie bag. Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVj7hZPGT9DB_SpZMg2yQCx-_mWj7sRM7u5NUzQAHIcda_AQ/viewform. Please join us for an exciting day of nine holes of golf at the beautiful McGregor Links Country Club (369 Northern Pines Rd, Wilton). Format: 4 person scramble, 9 holes, mulligans, contest holes, and pink ball contest. Sign in starts at 3:45pm, shotgun start at 4:30pm.

ONE FINE DAY: Shelters of Saratoga announces our upcoming fundraising luncheon, One Fine Day, a gathering that makes a lasting impact for our neighbors facing homelessness. 12:30-3:30 pm at Saratoga National Golf Course, 458 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs. Purchase your tickets at www.sheltersofsaratoga.org/events.

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, June 13, 2024

HORSEMAN’S SOCIAL: CCE Equine’s annual Horseman’s Social is moving to greener pastures this year. The 2024 Horsemen’s Social, presented by CCE Equine and hosted by Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, is set to take place on June 13, 2024, from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. This event will be held at the Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga facility located at 683 RT-29, Saratoga Springs. The Horsemen’s Social was created for local equine enthusiasts and professionals to network and collaborate with our efforts within our equine community.This evening’s events will include networking, a delicious BBQ, drinks, music, and did we mention, horses! To purchase tickets, follow the link: https://thsaratoga.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/thsaratoga/eventRegistration.jsp?event=16&
Tickets are $55 through May 31st and from June 1st-13th, they will be $60. Get yours soon before they sell out! Tickets include one food and one drink ticket. If you have any registration questions or would like to become a sponsor for this event, contact Nicolina Foti at nvf5@cornell.edu.

Friday, June 14, 2024

CAMPFIRE CHAT: At Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park. Scheduled for the second Friday of each month at 7:00 pm, this program gathers participants around the campfire for a chat and discussion of local animal species and what is being done to support these populations. In addition to the discussion, participants will enjoy hanging out around the fire for cocoa, s’mores, and cookies! Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.

ARTIST JAM: The second Friday of each month from 4-6 pm at the Galway Public Library, 2112 East St, Galway. Artist Jam is a social event for teen and adult artists in the community to get together and enjoy a relaxing workspace. Whether you’re looking to meet fellow creators or need an excuse to finish your latest project, this is the place for you! Please bring your own art supplies and a project to do. All forms of artistic media are welcome. This is a no-judgment zone, so no prior artistic experience is required to participate. At times, an art teacher will be in attendance to give guidance, if desired. Registration is requested, but not required, at 518-882-6385.
BALLSTON AREA SENIORS ACTIVITIES: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Fridays: 1 pm-3 pm first Friday of the month Special Activities TBA, 11:15 am-noon – Exercise, 6:30 pm-9 pm – Table Pool. No activities if Ballston Spa HS closes or has a 2 hour delay.

Saturday, June 15, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

BALLSTON SPA FARMERS MARKET: 9am-1pm at Wiswall Park on Front Street. Vendors and volunteers wanted.

Sunday, June 16, 2024

Monday, June 17, 2024

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, June 20, 2024

BALLSTON SPA FARMERS MARKET: 4-7pm at Wiswall Park on Front Street. Vendors and volunteers wanted.

Friday, June 21, 2024

Saturday, June 22, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

BALLSTON SPA FARMERS MARKET: 9am-1pm at Wiswall Park on Front Street. Vendors and volunteers wanted.

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Monday, June 24, 2024

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

LENA GO ROUND: A monthly showcase of local singer-songwriters at Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St Saratoga Springs. 7:30 pm. Purchase tickets at caffelena.org.

FARMERS MARKET: 3-6 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

Thursday, June 27, 2024

BALLSTON SPA FARMERS MARKET: 4-7pm at Wiswall Park on Front Street. Vendors and volunteers wanted.

Friday, June 28, 2024

Saturday, June 29, 2024

FARMERS MARKET: 9 am to 1 pm, High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave Saratoga Springs.

BALLSTON SPA FARMERS MARKET: 9am-1pm at Wiswall Park on Front Street. Vendors and volunteers wanted.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

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