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 themost updated version of the calendar, please visit saratogian.com.
Sunday, Nov. 1
HAUNTED SARATOGA GHOST TOUR: Come walk with us and discover the ghosts of Haunted Saratoga. Hear the stories that have lived on in our city for hundreds of years. They will enchant, entertain and perhaps even scare you. Our 90-minute long walking tour will take you in search of the countless ghosts rumored to haunt the city. Total walking distance is less than a mile, covered at a very leisurely pace so that you can enjoy Saratoga’s many infamous ghosts and haunted locations. We are very respectful of the spirits we will encounter along the way. You will hear about and perhaps even meet Old Smoke who, it is said, haunts the old Canfield Casino, Angeline, known as the Witch of Saratoga, Hattie, who has been known to make appearances in her restaurant since her passing and several other spirits.To book a time slot, visit hauntedsaratogatours.com.
TRUNK OR TREAT: Don’t miss Mohawk Honda’s fantastic, spooky, Halloween event on November 1st! Trunk Treat is a Candy Drive through! Come out bring the kids, it is going to be great! November 1st, 2020. 12pm-3pm. Mohawk Honda, 175 Freemans Bridge Scotia. Admission is free.
PUMPKIN GLOW & LIGHT SHOW: Ellms Family Farm is launching a new fall themed attraction. The Pumpkin Glow & Light Show Drive-Thru is an enchanting Halloween experience that features a pumpkin wonderland with thousands of hand carved illuminated jack o’lanterns. Guests are invited to be immersed in the magic from the safety and comfort of their own vehicle. The Drive-Thru experience boasts single pumpkin carvings to larger than life dazzling light displays. Ellms Family Farm has partnered with master carvers that are bringing all of the Halloween spirit to life. In addition to marveling at the masterpieces created by talented artists, guests will have the opportunity to be able to enjoy all the Ellms Farms fall snacks they know and love, by preselecting and prepaying for tasty fall themed treats, food & beverages, again to be enjoyed from your vehicle. This attraction is open from 7 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday from Oct. 1 to Nov. 8 at Ellms Family Farm, located at 448 Charlton Rd., Ballston Spa. Tickets are currently on sale and more information can be found on the Ellms Farms website, www.ellmsfarms.com. The Pumpkin Glow & Light Show Drive-Thru is a great event for families, couples and young adults alike. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this truly magnificent Fall Spectacular – perfect for all ages!
HOLLOWED HARVEST: ‘ The Hollowed Harvest’ will feature 7,000 incredible Jack-O’-Lanterns creating stunning landscapes and largerthan-life displays, some towering as tall as 3 stories, and spanning more than 60 feet in length! The Hollowed Harvest is scheduled to open September 25th at 6 p.m. at the Altamont Fairgrounds and will continue Thursday through Sunday of each week through the beginning of November with additional dates added the week of Halloween. Show dates and ticket information are available on the web at HollowedHarvest.com. From dinosaurs to zombies, sea creatures to medieval castles, all made out of Jack- O’-Lanterns, you won’t believe what you’re going to see at the Hollowed Harvest! To create a safe event, the Hollowed Harvest has limited time slots to reduce the number of guests admiring the show at one time and has coordinated with town police to enact a COVID safety plan in which guests must also wear face masks and adhere to social distancing guidelines. In a year of cancellations, you can count on the Hollowed Harvest to save Halloween. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are exclusively available online at HollowedHarvest.com with limited time slots. Times slots are a first come first serve and will likely closeout. Tickets are available exclusively at HollowedHarvest.com.
Monday, Nov. 2
AUXILIARY MEETING: American Legion Auxiliary Unit 234 will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 2. The meeting will be held at the Post home on 23 Pleasant Street, Ballston Spa, at 7:00 pm. Wearing masks and social distancing will be encouraged. Because of the Covid 19 Pandemic, the annual Halloween party for the community children has been cancelled.
BOOK CLUB MEETING: Monday, 1½ at 1:00pm: Book Talk - read what you want and join us to share! ~ held at Stillwater United Church. Visit stillwater. sals.edu for more information.
Tuesday, Nov. 3
ELECTION DAY CHILI MEAL: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church Election Day Chili Meal is back, on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at the Church located at 729 Malta Avenue Extension, in Malta Ridge. The menu will feature chili, roll, and cookie for dessert. Drive by— Takeout only is available from 11:30amto 5:00pm. Donation is $8.00. Stop by and pick up or you can call 518-581- 0210 between 11- 4 on Election Day to order for pick up.
CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER AND PIE SALE: Middle Grove United Methodist Church Election Day Chicken& Biscuit Dinner and Pie Sale - Tues Nov 3 - 4-7pm. Meal includes: chicken with gravy, carrots & peas and a homemade biscuit, cranberry relish, apple crisp. Tickets: $12 adults, $6.00 children 5-10, children 5 and younger eat FREE. 7” apple, pumpkin & mixed berry pies - $7.00 each.
DRIVE THRU - TAKE OUT ONLY. 429 Middle Grove Rd. (corner of Middle Grove & North Creek Rd).
BASKET RAFFLE FUNDRAISER: The West Charlton Fire Dept. Auxiliary will host a basket raffle fundraiser at the West Charlton fire house (1293 Eastern Avenue) on Election Day, November 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Multiple baskets will be available. Tickets are 6 for $5.
CHICKEN BBQ: The First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa will be holding its annual Election Day Brooks Chicken BBQ, Tuesday November 3 , 2020, 4:00 - 7:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 22 West High St. in Ballston Spa. Half Chicken, roll, coleslaw, potato, and dessert for only $13.25. Carry out only this year. Please preorder to make things go smoothly. Call 518- 885- 5583 before 4:30 pm on Election Day to reserve your order. It goes fast! www.ballstonpresby.org. All proceeds go to support families in the Ballston Spa area.
Wednesday, Nov. 4
STUFFED SHELLS DINNER: Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge # 161 presents a Stuffed Shells Dinner from 4:30 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs. Menu includes Stuffed Shells, Meatballs, Sweet Sausage, Tossed Salad, Garlic Toast. Dinner for two is $25. Cash only. Call 518- 584-2585 Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. and noon to place an order.
COMFORT FOR THOSE WHO MOURN: This is a 6-week non-denominational Christian grief support group for all those grieving the death of a loved one. We willmeet in person using Covid guidelines for safe distancing in the Great Roomat St Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville ( located off Pruyn Hill Rd in the Town of Halfmoon). Wednesdays from 4:30- 6:00pm October 21 - December 2, 2020. Youmay register by phone at 518- 664- 4834 or email dcylynne@gmail.com. For further information visit stlukesonthehill.org/events.
AFTERNOON STORIES: Wednesdays at 4pm. Stories in the afternoon- what’s not to love?! We will be spending a lot of time learning about kindness and sharing what we learn with those around us. This program is presented by the Stillwater Public Library, located at 662 Hudson Ave. in Stillwater. Registration is required - visit stillwater. sals.edu to register for children’s programs.
GOOD NIGHT ZOOM: Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Get ready for bed and then snuggle up and listen to stories by Ms. Carol on Zoom. This program is presented by the Stillwater Public Library, located at 662 Hudson Ave. in Stillwater. Registration is required - visit stillwater.sals.edu to register for children’s programs.
Thursday, Nov. 5
PUMPKIN GLOW & LIGHT SHOW: Ellms Family Farm is launching a new fall themed attraction. The Pumpkin Glow & Light Show Drive-Thru is an enchanting Halloween experience that features a pumpkin wonderland with thousands of hand carved illuminated jack o’lanterns. Guests are invited to be immersed in the magic from the safety and comfort of their own vehicle. The Drive-Thru experience boasts single pumpkin carvings to larger than life dazzling light displays. Ellms Family Farm has partnered with master carvers that are bringing all of the Halloween spirit to life. In addition to marveling at the masterpieces created by talented artists, guests will have the opportunity to be able to enjoy all the Ellms Farms fall snacks they know and love, by preselecting and prepaying for tasty fall themed treats, food & beverages, again to be enjoyed from your vehicle. This attraction is open from 7 to 10 p. m. Sunday through Thursday from Oct. 1 to Nov. 8 at Ellms Family Farm, located at 448 Charlton Rd., Ballston Spa. Tickets are currently on sale and more information can be found on the Ellms Farms website, www.ellmsfarms.com. The Pumpkin Glow & Light Show Drive-Thru is a great event for families, couples and young adults alike. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this truly magnificent Fall Spectacular – perfect for all ages!
READERS OF THE REALM: 1st Thursdays at 6:30 pm. A book club just for upper elementary school students! This month’s book is The Mad Wolf’s Daughter by Diane Magras. This program is presented by the Stillwater Public Library, located at 662 Hudson Ave. in Stillwater. Registration is required - visit stillwater. sals.edu to register for children’s programs.
Friday, Nov. 6
TAKEOUT ITALIAN NIGHT: Knights of Columbus #246, 50 Pine Rd, Saratoga Springs, will be hosting a Fundraiser Takeout Italian Night on Friday, November 6th, from 5:00-7:30. On the menu will be your choice of either Lasagna or Chicken Cacciatore at a cost of 2 Dinners for $30.00, either the same or one of each. Please call 518- 584-8547 on Wednesday - 1 ¼, Thursday - 11/5, or Friday - 11/6 between 1:00 and 3:00 to place your order or for more information. You may either enter the building wearing a mask or phone from the parking lot upon arrival to have your meals delivered to your vehicle. As always, this event is open to the public. The Knights wish to thank all those in the community who have continually supported their events to allow them to continue their good works.