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Saturday, May 8
HOT FUDGE POP UP: Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce Pop-Up Event at the Chocolate Factory, 10am-2pm - 23 Northern Pines Road, Bldg. #2, Wilton 12831, (518) 5844036 Featuring Mother’s Day Sundaes Best hot fudge gift sets, engraved silver spoons, t-shirts, aprons, plants too - geraniums, lavender, ivy, succulents and more!
CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL: Noon to 5 p.m. at Saratoga Apple, 1174 Rt. 29 Schuylerville. Vendors, food trucks, pizza, apples, cider donuts, farm stand, tap room open, activities for children, reggae music by Robanic. Apple orchard and cherry blossoms in full bloom. Photographer on site. Free admission and parking.
PLANT SALE: The Schuylerville Garden Club is having it’s annual plant sale on Saturday, May 8, at Hardy Park from 9:00 to noon. A variety of perennials and house plants will be available. For more information call Karen at (518) 494-7861.
HISTORY TOUR: On Saturday May 8 at 10 a.m. the Saratoga County History Roundtable will sponsor a free event called “Take a
Walk in the Park—with History:” Join Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds for an historic walking tour of Anchor-Diamond Park, corner of Route 50 and Middleline Rd., Ballston Lake. We will travel back in time to visit the sites of the homes of prominent Town of Ballston residents over the last 200 years. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for this two mile tour. Bug spray also recommended. Due to Covid-19, please pre-register by email to saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com with number of attendees and your phone number for contact tracing. Slots are limited. You will receive a reminder notice before the event. Masks and social distancing required.
VIRTUAL 5K: Registration for the Kelly’s Angels 2021 Mother-Lovin’ Virtual 5K is now open, with a goal of 1,000 participants from every state in the nation! This is the second year the charity’s signature fundraiser is being held virtually due to the pandemic and the need for social distancing. All proceeds directly support the Kelly’s Angels mission to help children in New York’s Capital Region who’ve lost a parent or sibling to cancer or other illness or who are battling a life threatening condition. To join this virtual movement of kindness, there are 3 things you can do: 1. Register
for only $10 per person and encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to do the same—including those in other states! 2. Run or walk on Mother’s Day Weekend. Upon registration you will be emailed a digital bib to post or print and wear on your run or walk. Any time between May 7-9 we ask that you run or walk a 5K course of your choosing, at a safe social distance—perhaps in your neighborhood or on a treadmill. The event is held on Mother’s Day weekend to honor the organization’s namesake and inspiration, Kelly Mulholland, a beloved mother, wife, and school teacher who adored children with her entire being until cancer took her life just a few days after her 37th birthday. 3. Get social by sharing your pics! Grab a selfie as you run or walk and send us your photo for the Mother-Lovin’ Photo Gallery! Share on social media with the hashtag #MLVirtual5K or #KellysAngels. More information about this event is available online at KellysAngelsInc.org. HISTORIC HOMES TOUR:
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation recently announced the return of the highly anticipated Historic Homes Tour, to be held virtually on Mother’s Day weekend, May 8 and 9. The foundation invites all to join honorary co-chairs, Giovanna D’Orazio and Scott Peterson for this popular event that celebrates this community’s rich architectural heritage. This year’s tour promises to provide the exclusive opportunity to see interiors of beautiful private homes and buildings, including spaces that typically are not accessible during an in-person tour. The virtual tour of the Spa City’s North Broadway neighborhood will be available throughout the weekend, allowing viewers to experience these special spaces at their leisure. Historic Homes Tour tickets are $30 for foundation members and $40 for non-members. Funds raised at this event support the foundation’s efforts to preserve the unique architectural, landscaped, and cultural heritage of Saratoga Springs and ongoing educational programs. Several homes in the North Broadway neighborhood will be featured this year. The tradition of including a “Rehab in Progress” continues this year with 687 North Broadway, the former Masonic Lodge. Not only have the owners granted virtual access, they are also allowing people to tour the building in person. For an additional ticket, folks can tour the building from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 8. RehabIn-Progress tour tickets are $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Anne’s Washington Inn, located at 111 South Broadway, will host these two programs on Saturday, May 8. At 9 a.m. Carol Godette will present “Inside Anne’s Washington Inn” as the Breakfast & Buildings lecture. Guests will enjoy light breakfast fare while learning about this historic hotel that has been owner-operated for three generations since
1943 and hearing stories of those who have visited over the decades. At noon the foundation will host Charlie Kuenzel, who will present Lunch & Learn “North Broadway and the Evolution of Saratoga Springs.” Guests will enjoy a boxed lunch while Kuenzel shares about how North Broadway became the “address of status” and grew after the Civil War. Breakfast and lunch will be provided by the newly opened The Little Market at Five Points. In-person tickets for these events are $30 for SSPF Members and $35 for non-members. Space for Breakfast & Buildings and Lunch & Learn is limited to 30. People must be fully vaccinated per the inn’s request. Both presentations will also be virtual. For those who are unable to attend in person, tickets are $10 for SSPF Members and $15 for non-members. For more information or to purchase tickets and to join to receive discounted prices, supporters can visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call (518) 587-5030. Updates will be posted on the foundation’s Facebook page.
ANTIQUE SHOW: Antiques in the Alley Antique Show at Waverly Square/New
Life Antiques, 19 Low St., Ballston Spa. Saturday, May 8 (9am – 4-pm). No Admission Fee. Join us for a fun day of antique treasure hunting, food and music in downtown Ballston Spa! Browse up to 25 vendors selling antiques and collectibles at the Waverly Square Antiques Center and New Life Antiques.
Shop inside and outside for antiques, artwork, books, collectibles, furniture, garden art, industrial, lighting, MCM, military, tools, toys, vintage, and more. The Capital City Barbeque truck will be onsite with delectable lunch options. Also, enjoy great live music from three local bands to accompany your fun day of discovery in historic Ballston Spa! Vendor Space Available Contact: Jim O’Connell Phone: (518) 256-4409 Email: maltaflea@gmail.com. MELVILLE HOUSE TOURS:
This Saturday, May 8,2021, from 10 am to 2 pm the 1786 Herman Melville House and garden will be open for tours. We’re located at 2 114th St., Troy, NY 12182. Also on display will be artifacts from the United Shirt and Collar Co. where they made Lion Brand Shirts. After our gardening efforts this past Saturday we have several pots of healthy iris and a few hostas available for sale. COVID precautions will be in place, masks will be required. We ask for a $5 donation from members, and a $6 donation from not yet members. If you haven’t already renewed your membership this is a perfect time to do that and a perfect time to become a member as well.
FLOWER SALE: St. Luke’s on the Hill Episcopal Church Mother’s Day Flower Basket Sale - 10 am to 1 pm on Saturday May 8. 10-inch baskets $27. 12-inch baskets $38. 40 McBride Road, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Proceeds will go to our Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build.
HORSE TACK SWAP MEET: To celebrate the completion of the new Horse Arena the Washington County Fairgrounds will be kicking off the 2021 season with a Horse Tack Swap Meet on Saturday, May 8th, 2021 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Many have spent 2020 organizing barns, attics, and basements, now take the final step and get rid of all of your gently used horserelated tack and equipment! Businesses and Non-Profits with equine-related business and services are welcome to apply for booth space as well. Booth Spaces are $10.00 for a 10x10 booth - set up a table or bring your horse trailer or truck to display your items for sale. Booth signs ups are available on the Washington County Fairground website or by calling the Fairgrounds at 518-692-2464. Throughout the day equine demonstrations on equine care and equine-related events presented by the Washington County Draft Animal Association and the Tri-State Liberty Club will be happening throughout the grounds. Whether you have been around horses your whole life or just getting started this event is sure to have something for everyone!
BIRD WALK: On Saturday May 8 - World Migratory Bird Day - from 9AM to Noon, ionondehowa will offer its annual Bird Walk guided by bird enthusiast Nat Parke. Due to Covid protocols, registration is required at 518-854-7764 or dionondehowa@yahoo. com. Attention will be paid to
distancing and mask required. A donation is requested. Dionondehowa Wildlife Sanctuary & School is a nonprofit forever-wild landtrust located near Shushan, NY, and bordering the Battenkill. The 2021 Newsletter can be found at www.dionondehowa.org. HIGH AND MIGHTY RIBBON CUTTING: High and Mighty Becomes Premier Accredited Center with PATH International Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to take place on Saturday, May 8th at 3 pm. High and Mighty achieves a new level of excellence with Premier Accreditation. High and Mighty is pleased to announce that we are now a Premier Accredited Center (PAC) with the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) Premier Accreditation is a process that certifies that a PATH Intl. Center has met or exceeded established industry standards in its administration , facility, horse care, instruction and programs. In honor of this achievement, High and Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center is hosting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 3pm on Saturday, May
8th, at 71 County Route 21C, Ghent, NY. High and Mighty is a nonprofit organization that offers equine programs such as riding ,driving and ground work to people with disabilities, veterans, seniors , and others of all abilities.
All services are provided by trained instructors, assisted by volunteers. We welcome guests to our Ribbon Cutting, and to tour our facilities, meet our herd, observe demonstrations of our SureHands lift and adaptive carriage. All NYS Covid guidelines will be followed. For more information call (518) 672-4202.
Sunday, May 9
VIRTUAL 5K: Registration for the Kelly’s Angels 2021 Mother-Lovin’ Virtual 5K is now open, with a goal of 1,000 participants from every state in the nation! This is the second year the charity’s signature fundraiser is being held virtually due to the pandemic and the need for social distancing. All proceeds directly support the Kelly’s Angels mission to help children in New York’s Capital Region who’ve lost a parent or sibling to cancer or other illness or who are battling a life threatening condition. To join this virtual movement of kindness, there are 3 things you can do: 1. Register for only $10 per person and encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to do the same—including those in
other states! 2. Run or walk on Mother’s Day Weekend. Upon registration you will be emailed a digital bib to post or print and wear on your run or walk. Any time between May 7-9 we ask that you run or walk a 5K course of your choosing, at a safe social distance—perhaps in your neighborhood or on a treadmill. The event is held on Mother’s Day weekend to honor the organization’s namesake and inspiration, Kelly Mulholland, a beloved mother, wife, and school teacher who adored children with her entire being until cancer took her life just a few days after her 37th birthday. 3. Get social by sharing your pics! Grab a selfie as you run or walk and send us your photo for the Mother-Lovin’ Photo Gallery! Share on social media with the hashtag #MLVirtual5K or #KellysAngels. More information about this event is available online at KellysAngelsInc.org.
HISTORIC HOMES TOUR:
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation recently announced the return of the highly anticipated Historic Homes Tour, to be held virtually on Mother’s Day weekend, May 8 and 9. The foundation invites all to join honorary co-chairs, Giovanna D’Orazio and Scott Peterson for this popular event that celebrates this community’s rich architectural heritage. This year’s tour promises to provide the exclusive opportunity to see interiors of beautiful private homes and buildings, including spaces that typically are not accessible during an in-person tour. The virtual tour of the Spa City’s North Broadway neighborhood will be available throughout the weekend, allowing viewers to experience these special spaces at their leisure. Historic Homes Tour tickets are $30 for foundation members and $40 for non-members. Funds raised at this event support the foundation’s efforts to preserve the unique architectural, landscaped, and cultural heritage of Saratoga Springs and ongoing educational programs. Several homes in the North Broadway neighborhood will be featured this year. The tradition of including a “Rehab in Progress” continues this year with 687 North Broadway, the former Masonic Lodge. For more information or to purchase tickets and to join to receive discounted prices, supporters can visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call (518) 587-5030. Updates will be posted on the foundation’s Facebook page. BREAKFAST: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club located on Route 32 south of the village of Victory (look for our sign) will be cooking breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 9. Eggs cooked to order, Bacon, Sausage, Toast (white or wheat), Pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), French Toast, Home Fries, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. Cost: Adult $8, Child $4. Everyone will be welcome to join us. Covid Rules Will Apply.
DHARMA MEDITATION:
On Sunday, April 11 Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman returns to an in person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held Sundays from 9 10:15 a.m. Please RSVP to Pierre by emailing pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested. Dharma Meditation includes inspirational topics that support emotional, cognitive, and ethical wishes for wellbeing. This is a sitting meditation for 25 minutes with a silent break allowing people to stretch, followed by a second sitting, introduced by a brief talk. A discussion on the topic and some insights and reflections about the nature and commonality of our basic humanity is shared by attendees. This meditation is open to beginners and/ or those who have been meditating for a while. This group has been ongoing 10+ years. Pre-registration is required. More information is available online at www. oneroofsaratoga.com.
Monday, May 10 FREE LUNCH FOR SENIORS:
Ballston Area Seniors are excited to announce free boxed lunch dates, with the generous support of our community health partner CDPHP. We will have 100 boxed lunches to hand out to area seniors on Mondays this April: 19th and 26th, and we will also be handing out lunches on Mondays in May on the 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. These meals will be handed out on a first come first serve basis with no charge to seniors. These lunches are available to all seniors. Drive thru pickup only at the Milton Community Center 310 Northline Road, home of the Ballston Area Seniors. Please pull under the front portico to receive your lunch. Please note time has changed for lunch pick-up to 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, May 11 GETTING REACQUAINTED LUNCHEON:
May 11th 2021; 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. $20.00 Inclusive. “New Location” Circa’21, McGregor Links, 359 Northern Pines Rd, Wilton. Special Feature: Getting Reaquainted. Speaker: Carol Sleezer will talk about her relationship with Jesus. Reservations are Necessary by Thursday, May 6th, no walk-ins allowed. Call Ellie at 5843779 or Anita at 583-4043. Menu: Chicken and Pasta or Pasta Primavera. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women/s Connection.
LAW OF DIVINE COMPENSATION CLASS:
Four Tuesdays, beginning May 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. This class in practical spirituality explores how spiritual laws create abundance, familyinstilled beliefs about money that may have been adopted without realizing it, hidden judgments about rich people and about being wealthy, and feelings of worthiness about accepting prosperity. This class is based on the book The Law of Divine Compensation: On Work, Money, and Miracles by Marianne Williamson. For more information, visit our meetup.com group AlbanySaratoga Spiritual Adventures, call (518) 366-9918, or visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org.
DINING WITH DIABETES:
Dining with Diabetes - Tuesdays, May 11, 18, 25 and June 1. Virtual Program via Zoom. Adults with type 2 diabetes (or those who are at risk of type 2 diabetes) and their family members, caregivers, and support persons are invited to participate in Dining with Diabetes. This free virtual program will help you learn the skills needed to promote good health while living with diabetes. Dining with Diabetes is an Extension program taught locally by Karen Roberts Mort, MS of Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County. Participants will learn how to read the new food labels, count carbohydrates and plan meals using the Plate Method. There will also be time to discuss ways to stay motivated to eat healthy and stay active during the current health crisis. This class offers opportunities to connect with others who are dealing with diabetes. Healthy recipes, cooking techniques and even ideas for making healthier choices at restaurants and grocery stores will be shared with the group. A Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist has been invited to attend one of the sessions. Please register at: https://cornell. zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJYsfuirqTMtE9LfmYIDOdmiC7GPo9BPXsYD in order to receive the Zoom link for the series. For help with registering or any questions, contact Karen from CCE Albany at kem18@cornell. edu or 518-765-3552.
Wednesday, May 12 ROAST PORK DINNER:
Saratoga – Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a
Roast Pork Dinner for curbside pick up Wednesday, May 12, 4:30-6 p.m. Call 518-584-2585 Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. and noon to place an order. Menu includes roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, salad, gravy, roll. Dinner for two is $25. Cash only.
Thursday, May 13 KOREAN WAR VETERANS MEETING:
Welcome Back Ch. 60 Korean War Veterans and Associates. We are now being allowed to gather together for our monthly meetings. The
May meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 13 at the VFW home, off Veteran’s Way, North of Saratoga Springs off the arterial. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. New members are always welcome. For an application to join or for further information, please contact. Comm. Paul O’Keefe at 518-603-4186. We hope to be able to resume our monthly luncheons soon.
Friday, May 14 CHICKEN BBQ:
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, is having Jim Allen’s Chicken BBQ drive-thru dinner Friday, May 14th from 4:30-6:00pm. This dinner will be a drive-thru/pick-up dinner we will not be serving sit down meals inside. Dinners will be bagged and delivered to your car. We will be serving ½ Chicken, baked potatoes, roll, coleslaw & homemade cookies. We will be taking pre-orders & dinners will be $12. We are also offering delivery service. Our phone # is 518-793-1152. Pre-orders need to be in by Tuesday May 11 for Jim’s convenience.
FISH FRY DINNER:
The Lenten Fish Frys are over but Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy Schenectady Rd., Latham, is planning on resuming a monthly Fish Friday Dinner. In fact, we will be doing such a dinner on Friday, May 14, 2021 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Once again this will be fried fish ($12) and clam rolls ($10) only, no baked fish and it will continue to be takeout only. Dinners are served with french fries of onion rings, cole slaw and dessert. For reservations please call 518-892-3750.
Saturday, May 15 ARMED FORCES DAY PARADE:
In appreciation of our Malta military veterans and first responders, the 12th annual Armed Forces Day Parade and Malta Mile is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 15 on Route 9 in Downtown Malta. Parade sponsored in part by a grant from the GlobalFoundries/Town of Malta Foundation, Inc.
COMMUNITY YARD SALE:
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway. Space for rent. Join us! We will have booths for garage sale items, crafts and party type people (Pampered Chef, 31 bags etc). We will have lunch (hotdog on the grill, chips & water) for sale starting at 11 a.m. All Covid safety regulations will be in effect – Masks are Mandatory! Let’s make this a festive fundraising event. Invite all your friends to shop. Don’t hesitate to see me if you have questions.
We still have spaces for rent for $25. We will be here rain or shine! Sgfumc.org. 518793-1152.
BLESSING OF THE BIKES:
St Luke’s on the Hill Annual Blessing of the Bikes and Riders 1 P.M. on Saturday May 15, 2021. Rain Date Sunday May 16 11:30 am. St Lukes on the Hill, 40 Mc Bride Road, Mechanicville NY 12118. www.Stlukesonthehill.org. 518-664-4834. Riders of all ages welcome. Bring you tricycles, bicycles and motorcycles! Special Service to Bless all Bikes and Riders.
Sunday, May 16 DHARMA MEDITATION:
On Sunday, April 11 Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman returns to an in person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held Sundays from 9 10:15 a.m. Please RSVP to Pierre by emailing pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested. Dharma Meditation includes inspirational topics that support emotional, cognitive, and ethical wishes for wellbeing. This is a sitting meditation for 25 minutes with a silent break allowing people to stretch, followed by a second sitting, introduced by a brief talk. A discussion on the topic and some insights and reflections about the nature and commonality of our basic humanity is shared by attendees. This meditation is open to beginners and/ or those who have been meditating for a while. This group has been ongoing 10+ years. Pre-registration is required. More information is available online at www. oneroofsaratoga.com.
DINING WITH DIABETES:
Dining with Diabetes - Tuesdays, May 11, 18, 25 and June 1. Virtual Program via Zoom. Adults with type 2 diabetes (or those who are at risk of type 2 diabetes) and their family members, caregivers, and support persons are invited to participate in Dining with Diabetes. This free virtual program will help you learn the skills needed to promote good health while living with diabetes. Dining with Diabetes is an Extension program taught locally by Karen Roberts Mort, MS of Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County. Participants will learn how to read the new food labels, count carbohydrates and plan meals using the Plate Method. There will also be time to discuss ways to stay motivated to eat healthy and stay active during the current health crisis. This class offers opportunities to connect with others who are dealing with diabetes. Healthy recipes, cooking techniques and even ideas for making healthier choices at restaurants and grocery stores will be shared with the group. A Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist has been invited to attend one of the sessions. Please register at: https://cornell.zoom.us/ meeting/register/tJYsfuirqTMtE9LfmYIDOdmiC7GPo9BPXsYD in order to receive the Zoom link for the series. For help with registering or any questions, contact Karen from CCE Albany at kem18@ cornell.edu or 518-7653552.
Monday, May 17 FREE LUNCH FOR SENIORS:
Ballston Area Seniors are excited to announce free boxed lunch dates, with the generous support of our community health partner CDPHP. We will have 100 boxed lunches to hand out to area seniors on Mondays this April: 19th and 26th, and we will also be handing out lunches on Mondays in May on the 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. These meals will be handed out on a first come first serve basis with no charge to seniors. These lunches are available to all seniors. Drive thru pickup only at the Milton Community Center 310 Northline Road, home of the Ballston Area Seniors. Please pull under the front portico to receive your lunch. Please note time has changed for lunch pick-up to 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, May 18 LAW OF DIVINE COMPENSATION CLASS:
Four Tuesdays, beginning May 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. This class in practical spirituality explores how spiritual laws create abundance, family-instilled beliefs about money that may have been adopted without realizing it, hidden judgments about rich people and about being wealthy, and feelings of worthiness about accepting prosperity. This class is based on the book The Law of Divine Compensation: On Work, Money, and Miracles by Marianne Williamson. For more information, visit our meetup.com group Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures, call (518) 366-9918, or visit www. newthoughtnewyork.org.
Wednesday, May 19 VIRTUAL MEETUP:
The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will hold a Virtual Meetup on Wednesday May 19 from 7 to 8:30 PM on the topic of Police Reform. This meeting is open to the public. Due to the
New York State Governor’s Executive Order 203 in June of 2020, all police agencies were required to submit a plan on police reform by April 1st in order to receive state funding. The League will present a review of the plans submitted by the County Sheriff and the local police forces in the County. A representative from Sheriff Zurlo’s office will summarize the County plan. Local plans will be discussed for comparisons to one another and how police departments will have to address responses to situations in the future. Register in advance by going to the League website, www.lwvsaratoga.org and scroll down to this event. Click on the link to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Meetups are a way for us to come together virtually to explore, understand and advocate for issues that matter to us and they are focused on our members and their interests. We are open to the public so invite a friend to register for the event.
Thursday, May 20 EXPERTS NEXT DOOR:
The Saratoga County History Center is pleased to announce the upcoming episodes of the popular virtual speaker series “Experts Next Door.” The program connects Saratoga County residents with experts on a wide variety of topics. The episodes are casual, fun, entertaining, and informative. Audience participation is encouraged. Thursday,
May 20, 7 pm: “The Social Life of Hats” with Dr. Tillman Nechtman, Professor of History at Skidmore College. Grab your fedoras, Panamas, bowlers, pork pies, and boaters, because May’s episode of END is all about hats! In particular, the role hats have played in Saratoga’s storied social scene. Inspired by a spring 2021 course at Skidmore that utilizes Brookside Museum’s chapeaux collection, Dr. Nechtman’s presentation will include stories, students, and some silliness. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite topper and share their own social shenanigans. Episodes are free for SCHC members, and $5 for non-members. Please register in advance at www.brooksidemuseum.org. Registrants will receive a Zoom link and other relevant information. For questions, please contact Isobel Connell at isobel@brooksidemuseum.org.
Friday, May 21 TAKE OUT DINNER:
The Principessa Elena Society’s popular monthly dinner returns on Friday, May 21, from 5 -7 p.m. The dinner, which is open to the public, will be Take-Out and the cost is $10. On the menu is: macaroni with sauce; meatballs and sausage with sauce; salad and Italian bread and butter. The Principessa
Elena Society, founded in 1900, is located at 11-13 Oak Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call (518) 584-4163.
Saturday, May 22 TAKEOUT TURKEY DINNER:
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa, will host a Takeout Turkey Dinner on Saturday, May 22 from 4:30 to 6:30. The menu will include Real Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Stuffing, Vegetable, Salad, Cranberry Sauce, Roll & Dessert . The cost is 2 for $25 or $15 (cash only). Advanced orders are strongly encouraged. Orders by phone (518)885-1149 4pm to 6pm May 20th & 21st or email anytime BPOE2619@ verizon.net. Additional quantities available at the door while supplies last. Proceeds support Elks Charities. CLAY/TRAP SHOOT: Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club will host its opening Trap/Clay shoot on Saturday, May 22th running from 9:00-noon. Open to the public – Great time to introduce the youth to trap shooting for Fun. Novice to Expert only 5.00 per round. We are located at 123 NY Rt 32 Schuylerville, NY 12871.
HOLY HOOTENANNY MUSIC FESTIVAL:
Holy Hootenanny on the Hill Music Festival. 1 to 4pm on Saturday May 22, 2021 at St. Luke’s on the Hill Episcopal Church, 40 Mc Bride Road, Mechanicville NY 12118. All are welcome. Music by Adela & Jude. Magic by Dave McClements. Free Ice Cream. Bring a lawn chair, please wear a mask, contact tracing & covid policies observed.
BLOCK PARTY: Waterford Knights of Columbus Block Party! Saturday May 22 1-6PM (rain date June 26) at the Waterford K of C, 76 Grace Street, Waterford.
Live music by River Junction and Special Guests. Food, 50⁄50, Cash Bar! More music with DJ Rick. Hot Dogs - $3 (chips included). Hamburgers - $5 (chips included). Soda $1. Bring a chair. SARATOGA ELKS AUXILIARY CRAFT & GARAGE
SALE: Our change to the Monthly Sale was a hit last Fall, so we have decided to have more outside sales. Saturday, May 22 from 11-3 pm. We will again hold the sale in the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club parking lot on
Elks Lane. Admission is free with over 30 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and friends to meet. We offer household items, sports equipment, handmade items, clothing, fabrics, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies, food treats, and just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors are signing up every month. An 8 foot table is just $15; call Linda at (518) 289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s). You may bring folding chairs for your convenience. All Covid-19 guidelines will be followed; people must wear masks and adhere to socially distancing guidelines. Tables are placed 6 foot apart with ample distancing in front of tables. Rain date is Sunday, May. 23.