Calendar
EDITOR’S NOTE: This calendar is being regularly updated to reflect all event cancellations and postponements. However, it is recommended that readers contact event organizers before they attend. For the most updated version of the calendar, please visit saratogian.com.
Wednesday, May 20
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, at the American Legion Post 1450, located at 275 Grooms Rd. in Clifton Park. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20 at the Empire State Concourse in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, located at 400 Loudon Rd. in Latham. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org.
Thursday, May 21
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 21 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
Friday, May 22
BIKE TO FISH DAY: May 22nd; 11-2 pm, Bike to Fish Day @ Palette Cafe & Impressions of Saratoga. Unprecedented times warrant unprecedented events. Bike-to-work day will have to wait (since many of us aren’t working). But, we can still enjoy a casual bike ride to downtown and a chance at catching some great prizes from local businesses. Bike over to Palette Cafe or Impressions of Saratoga from 11 am. to 2 pm this Friday and bring your fishing pole. Yup, you got that right. There will be a well stocked prize pond at both Impressions of Saratoga and Palette Cafe where you will be able to maintain safe and responsible fishing distance, fresh air and more. Free drip coffee at Palette Cafe for riders & a free chocolate bar at Impressions of Saratoga with your Bicycle Benefits sticker. NO TAKEOUT FUNDRAISER: Please note that there will be no Takeout Dinners being offered on Friday, May 22nd AT Saratoga Knights of Columbus #246. The next event will be held on Friday, May 29th and will be a Takeout Fish Fry Fundraiser. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, May 22 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, May 22 at the Southern Saratoga YMCA, located at 1 Wall St. in Clifton Park. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org.
Saturday, May 23
OAKWOOD CEMETERY MEMORIAL DAY ACTIVITIES: Oakwood Cemetery will broadcast several live Memorial Day activities on its Facebook page to continue its long tradition of honoring members of the military. These events are not open to the public and invited attendees will follow strict Covid-19 protocols as identified by New York State and the Centers for Disease Control. Saturday, May 23 at 9 a.m. 9:00 am: Wreath-laying at Oakwood’s Veterans Memorial Circle, with representation from each military branch. 9:15 am: Flags will be laid on the 250+ graves in Oakwood Cemetery’s Soldiers Plot. PLANT SALE: Pitney Meadows Community Farm plant sale weekends begin May 16 and 17, from 12 to 4 p.m., and continue Saturday and Sunday through the end of the month, with incredible starter plants from the Pitney Meadows Community Farm greenhouses. Naturally we’re practicing social distancing (please wear your protective masks) and have safety procedures in place. See you at 223 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs this weekend. You’ll get a garden full of hardy vegetables and your plant purchases will help us grow for and supply our regional food pantries. MEMORIAL DAY PARADE: CANCELED - We are sad to announce , the Annual Ballston Spa Memorial day parade , scheduled for May 23,2020 has been cancelled due to the coronavirus. Please stay safe and stay healthy. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 23 at the Jonesville United Methodist Church, located at 963 St. in Clifton Park. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 23 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
Sunday, May 24
PLANT SALE: Pitney Meadows Community Farm plant sale weekends begin May 16 and 17, from 12 to 4 p.m., and continue Saturday and Sunday through the end of the month, with incredible starter plants from the Pitney Meadows Community Farm greenhouses. Naturally we’re practicing social distancing (please wear your protective masks) and have safety procedures in place. See you at 223 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs this weekend. You’ll get a garden full of hardy vegetables and your plant purchases will help us grow for and supply our regional food pantries. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 24 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
Monday, May 25
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, May 25 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
Tuesday, May 26
BLOOD DRIVE: An American
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 at the Saratoga Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 at the Troy Masonic Temple, 39 Brunswick Rd. in Troy. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 at the Church of St. Mary’s, 163 Columbia Turnpike in Rensselaer. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
Wednesday, May 27
TURKEY DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161, located at 1 Elks Ln, Saratoga Springs, presents a Turkey Dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27 for curbside pickup only. Call 518584-2585 or 518-886-8879 on Monday or Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon to place an order. Dinner includes: Roast Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Vegetable, Gravy, Tossed Salad, Dinner Rolls. $25 dinner for two, $40 dinner for four. Cash only. When picking up and paying for your dinner, pull up to the front door and stay in your car. Someone will meet you at your car to collect your money and direct you to where you can pick up your dinner. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27 at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, located at 400 Loudon Rd. in Latham. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27 at the Albany Polish Community Center, located at 225 Washington Avenue Ext. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany.
More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org.
Thursday, May 28
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 28 at the Brunswick Elks, located at 665 Brunswick Rd., Troy. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 28 at the Everett Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
Friday, May 29
FISH FRY FUNDRAISER: The next Saratoga Knights of Columbus #246 event will be held on Friday, May 29th and will be a Takeout Fish Fry Fundraiser. Please note that there will be no Takeout Dinners being offered on Friday, May 22nd. Call-in hours to 518-584-8547 will be on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1:00-3:00, and pick-ups will begin at 4:30. If you would prefer to have your meal delivered to your car, you can call from the parking lot upon arrival, give a description of your car, and ask that it be brought out to you, though you are also welcome to come inside for pick-up. Just look for the pink sign on the front door indicating where to enter. Available will be Fried or Baked Haddock or Fried Clam Strips, each with French Fries, Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce, for $12.00, or the Shrimp Salad Special, which comes with two toasted rolls with Shrimp Salad, French Fries, and Cole Slaw, for $10.00. When calling, please ask about other items for purchase or substitution. Whatever you choose, the servings are always substantial, and all food is cookedto-order. As always, thank you for your support of our events which enable us to continue to lend our help in the community whenever and wherever needed. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, May 29 at the Saratoga Regional YMCA Wilton Branch, located at 20 Old Gick Rd., Saratoga Springs. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org. BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, May 29 at the Everett
Road Blood Donation Center, located at 33 Everett Rd. in Albany. More information is available online at www. redcrossblood.org.
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 29 at the Empire State Plaza Office of General Services, 3 Empire State Plaza, Albany. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood.org.
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday, May 29 at theHalfmoon Town Hall, located at 2 Halfmoon Town Plaza. More information is available online at www.redcrossblood. org.
Saturday, May 30
GRAVESITE CEREMONY: Approx. 11:00 am on Saturday, May 30. A small formation from The Sons of Union Veterans Camp Willard will hold their annual ceremony at the General Thomas and the Willard Gravesites. Oakwood Cemetery will broadcast several live Memorial Day activities on its Facebook page to continue its long tradition of honoring members of the military. These events are not open to the public and invited attendees will follow strict Covid-19 protocols as identified by New York State and the Centers for Disease Control.
PLANT SALE: Pitney Meadows Community Farm plant sale weekends begin May 16 and 17, from 12 to 4 p.m., and continue Saturday and Sunday through the end of the month, with incredible starter plants from the Pitney Meadows Community Farm greenhouses. Naturally we’re practicing social distancing (please wear your protective masks) and have safety procedures in place. See you at 223 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs this weekend. You’ll get a garden full of hardy vegetables and your plant purchases will help us grow for and supply our regional food pantries.