Calendar
Thursday, July 29 SENIORS MEETING:
The Ballston Area Seniors will temporarily be holding meetings at the Fitness & Cycle Gym, next to the China City, in the Hannaford Plaza at 15 Trieble Ave. in Milton. Starting July 1, we will be resuming our weekly meetings on every Thursday of the month. Doors will open at 10:30 am, for the sales of 50⁄50, crafter sales, socializing and cards. At noon lunch, and at 12:30a General meeting will be held and Bingo will follow the meeting. On the second Thursday tickets will be on sale for $3 for the meal on the third Thursday. Or call President Linda Elmer 518-885-4839 to order food and sign up. Or bring your own lunch on this day. On the Third Thursday of the month food will be provided. Check your email for the meal. All other Thursdays of the month bring your own lunch.
CHROMATIC SCALES:
Chromatic Scales: Psychedelic Design from the Tang Teaching Museum Collection features more than thirty recently acquired 1960s San Francisco psychedelic rock concert posters designed by artists such as Jim Blashfield, Lee Conklin, and Bonnie MacLean, and the Big Five’s Wes Wilson and Victor Moscoso. The collection, which will be on view in SPAC’s new “The Pines” facility lobby, features major bands such as The Doors, Jefferson Airplane, and Van Morrison and the era’s legendary venues The Matrix, Avalon Ballroom, and Fillmore Auditorium. Chromatic Scales is curated by the Tang in coordination with Christopher Shiley, Senior Director of Artistic Planning at SPAC. Open to the public July 19 — 30 at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 12 — 5 PM daily, check in at the Route 50 entrance.
Friday, July 30 CHROMATIC SCALES:
Chromatic Scales: Psychedelic Design from the Tang Teaching Museum Collection features more than thirty recently acquired 1960s San Francisco psychedelic rock concert posters designed by artists such as Jim Blashfield, Lee Conklin, and Bonnie MacLean, and the Big Five’s Wes Wilson and Victor Moscoso. The collection, which will be on view in SPAC’s new “The Pines” facility lobby, features major bands such as The Doors, Jefferson Airplane, and Van Morrison and the era’s legendary venues The Matrix, Avalon Ballroom, and Fillmore Auditorium. Chromatic Scales is curated by the Tang in coordination with Christopher Shiley, Senior Director of Artistic Planning at SPAC. Open to the public July 19 — 30 at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 12 — 5 PM daily, check in at the Route 50 entrance. GREENFIELD FARMERS MARKET: The Middle Grove United Methodist Church, located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., is hosting the Greenfield Farmers Market this year.
The market will be Friday afternoon beginning June 25 — Sept. 10 from 4-7 p.m. If you are interested in being a vendor for the Farmer’s Market, please contact Chuck at 518-421-1798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.
TROY NIGHT OUT: Last Friday of every month — 5 to 9 p.m. — downtown Troy. Troy Night Out is an extended evening highlighting shops, restaurants, arts and culture that takes place on the last Friday of every month in downtown Troy. Attendees are able to support virtually or stroll throughout the streets and businesses, enjoying art openings, music performances, fine restaurants as well as unique boutiques of all varieties. Call in for to-go orders or shop items for curbside pickup, watch live performances through Facebook, gather friends and family virtually the Last Friday of each month to connect, support and relax! Business Listings are updated monthly online at downtowntroy.org.
Saturday, July 31 YOGIC ADVENTURE:
On Saturday, July 31 from 10AM to 1PM Kristi Plunkett will lead a unique Yogic Adventure at Dionondehowa in Shushan, NY. Raindate: August 7. Healing the Wounds of Human Supremacy will explore and honor the interdependence between Humans and NonHuman Beings. The workshop includes the physical practice of Yoga Asanas on the mat, Pranayama (guided breathing techniques), Deep Rest through Guided Meditation, Walking Meditation with the Land, Journaling, Inquiry, and
Sharing. Kristi is a Registered Yoga Teacher and Founder of Yoga for Funks Sake. yogaforfunkssake.com Dionondehowa Wildlife Sanctuary & School is a forever-wild nonprofit landtrust on 217 acres, bordering the Battenkill near Shusha — providing refuge for wildlife and humans alike. Dionondehowa. org. This workshop is a fundraiser for Dionondehowa. The cost is $50. To register: kristiplunkett@yahoo.com or 518-701-9687.
Sunday, Aug. 1 TURNING POINT PARADE:
The 26th Annual Turning Point Parade will be held in the Village of Schuylerville on Sunday, August 1.
This summer spectacular, considered to be one of the best parades in the area, was cancelled last year due to the pandemic. This year’s parade promises to return with all the elements of a good oldfashioned parade. Please join us and help celebrate our triumphant return. Steppingoff time is 1:00 PM. The theme — Family Farming — Planting Our Future — pays tribute to the many family farms that operate in Saratoga County and throughout the area up and down the Hudson Valley. Many of these farms have been in existence for generations, some going back to General Schuyler and the American Revolution. Agriculture has been a leader of the county/state economies for decades. For additional information and for last minute changes, please check our website — www. turningpointparade.com. Welcome to Schuylerville and enjoy the parade!
WITNESS TO HISTORY: The historic Marshall House at 136Route 4North in Schuylerville, New York will be open on Sunday, August 1st as part of the Village’s Turning Point Parade celebration. The house played an important role in the area’s Revolutionary War history, serving as a field hospital for the British troops and the German soldiers who fought with them in the Saratoga campaign. The family of the German General Friedrich Riedesel had accompanied Burgoyne to the battlefront. The Baroness Frederika Riedesel (as portrayed by Debbie Bailey) will greet visitors and tell the story of how she with her three children endured bombardment at the Marshall House during the American siege during the Battles of Saratoga in 1777. Docents will explain details of the historic house. Visitors will be limited to groups of fifteen in 45minute sessions at 2:30, 3:15, 4:00 and 4:45.
There will be valet parking at the house. While admission is free, a donation of $10 per person is suggested to further the educational outreach of The Marshall House. Registration is required. To register, go to the website at www.themarshallhouse.org and click on Special Event Sunday, August 1st on the home page.
SUNDAY SUMMER STROLL: After a sold-out season of Summer Sunday Strolls in 2020, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to announce that this year’s stroll series is underway. These historic walking tours will be offered every Sunday through September 5th at 10:30 a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance.
The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20for non-members. Members who have received complimentary Stroll passes will have those honored for their value of $10 and will be required to pay the difference of $5. Sunday, Aug. 1 — Broadway in 1874. Gloria May will lead a tour of Broadway that focuses on the sights and sounds of Broadway in 1874. A year of sophistication and excitement, 1874 Saratoga Springs was home to four grand hotels and a bustling lifestyle. Walk back in time to discover what has changed and what has remained the same in the historic downtown. Meet at: NW Corner of Congress Street & Broadway (Former location of Vent Fitness).
ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Waterford Knights of Columbus Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station 8:30 — 11:30am every first Sunday at the K of C Hall, 76Grace St., Waterford. A buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes, (plain and blueberry), sausage, bacon, home fries, toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices. Take a chance to win the 50⁄50 drawing. Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast. Takeout Available. Reservations preferred. Fully Air Conditioned. For information or reservations call 518-801-2506 $10 adult — $5 children. Children under 4 are free.
FITNESS IN THE PARK:
Troy’s Fitness in the Park has returned for a new season running through Aug. 8 providing free yoga classes for the public. The program will be held each Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00a.m. in William D. Chamberlain Riverfront Park. The Downtown Troy BID and sponsor CDPHP® have continued to promote healthy living in Downtown Troy, aiming to improve the quality of life for residents, students, businesses, and visitors. This summer, the Downtown Troy BID is excited to welcome back participants without reservations. Check-in day of, with a covid-19tracing questionnaire required. Please bring a mask, mat and water. Guests of all ages, levels and experiences will have the opportunity to learn different routines and poses. This popular series is the perfect way to begin a Sunday in Downtown Troy. After yoga, explore Downtown shops, restaurants, and attractions. Get out and about and stay healthy! For more information about Fitness in the Park visit http://www.downtowntroy. org/fitness-in-the-park/. For questions, please contact the Downtown Troy BID at info@ troybid.org or by phone at (518) 279-7997.
Monday, Aug. 2 FARMERS MARKET:
The Mechanicville Library, located at 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville, will be holding its
2021 Farmers Market on Mondays from 4pm — 7pm from June — September. This producers market will feature vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, handmade items, and entrepreneurs. Limited free space is still available to our local producers. Give us a call or stop in to inquire.
Wednesday, Aug. 4 ROAST PORK DINNER:
Wilton Elks Lodge #161 presents a Roast Pork Dinner for curbside pick up Wednesday, Aug. 4 , 4:30-6 p.m. Call 518-584-2585 Monday or Tuesday between 10a.m. and noon to place an order. Menu includes roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy, salad, roll. Dinner for two is $25. Cash only.
Thursday, Aug. 5 KVWA BBQ:
Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans Assoc.. will be hosting a BBQ at noon, on Thurs., Aug. 5, followed by a short meeting. Members interested in attending are asked to call Carole Waldron at 518-584-4362, by Aug. 2. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, family and friends are all invited to attend. For further information or an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Paul O’Keefe at 584603-4186. Annual dues for veterans are $10 and $5 for all others.
SENIORS MEETING:
The Ballston Area Seniors will temporarily be holding meetings at the Fitness & Cycle Gym, next to the China City, in the Hannaford Plaza at 15 Trieble Ave. in Milton. Starting July 1, we will be resuming our weekly meetings on every Thursday of the month.
Doors will open at 10:30
am, for the sales of 50⁄50, crafter sales, socializing and cards. At noon lunch, and at 12:30 a General meeting will be held and Bingo will follow the meeting. On the second Thursday tickets will be on sale for $3 for the meal on the third Thursday. Or call President Linda Elmer 518885-4839 to order food and sign up. Or bring your own lunch on this day. On the Third Thursday of the month food will be provided. Check your email for the meal.
All other Thursdays of the month bring your own lunch.
Friday, Aug. 6 FREE SUMMER MOVIES:
Free movies in Wiswall Park are back for the 14th summer in a row, presented by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, as part of its First Friday activities. The series begins on June 4(rain date June 5) with “Trolls”. “The Croods” will be shown on
July 2(rain date July 3), “Frozen 2” on August 6
(rain date August 7) and
“The Secret Life of Pets 2” on September 3(rain date September 4). All films are family-friendly. The movies are projected onto the wall of the adjacent Front Street Deli building on Front Street in the village and begin at dusk (approximately 8:30-8:45 pm). All screenings are free. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. We will follow any continuing guidelines for safe public gatherings that may be in effect at the time of the event. These may include social distancing measures, face masks and limited capacity in the park for movie viewers. Before the movies, families are encouraged to stroll to downtown shops, restaurants, museums and other venues participating in First Friday. To learn more, visit at www.ballston.org.
GREENFIELD FARMERS MARKET:
The Middle Grove United Methodist Church, located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., is hosting the Greenfield Farmers Market this year. The market will be Friday afternoon beginning June 25 — Sept. 10 from 4-7 p.m. If you are interested in being a vendor for the Farmer’s Market, please contact Chuck at 518-421-1798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.
Saturday, Aug. 7 BOOK SALE:
On Saturday August 7th, 2021from 9 am to 3 pm, the LathamColonie Columbiettes will hold a Book Sale at 328 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. We welcome your book donations beginning Saturday July 24th, 2021! Please deliver them to the Knights of Columbus Council, to the covered area behind the building. We will not accept Text Books, Encyclopedias, Magazines, CDs, DVDs , VHS tapes or any old Audio Tapes. For further information www.lathamcolonie.com/dinners-events.
Sunday, Aug. 8 FOOD DRIVE & BREAKFAST:
Ballston Spa Elks Lodge All You Can Eat Breakfast August 8th, 8am to 11am. August will be an appreciation breakfast to honor our member Bill Downs who collects and delivers food every month to the local food pantries. During August breakfast we will have a food drive. Bring 2 nonperishable food items and receive a $1off. Breakfast buffet includes scrambled eggs, home fries, pancakes, French toast, toast, eggs and omelets to order. Juice and coffee as well. Adults $7, Seniors $6 and kids $5. 10 Hamilton St Ballston Spa NY 120202, for more information please call 518-8851149.
FISHING COMPETITION:
Hudson Crossing Park invites anglers of all ages to “Keepin’ It REEL,” a fun and family friendly fishing competition. Participants will fish on the Hudson from Schuylerville to Fort Edward from 8— 11:30am on Sunday, August 8, 2021. All types of fish are accepted, and fish must be photographed while being measured and released unharmed. Participants can fish from shore, dock, or registered boat, and live and artificial bait, lures, and flies are accepted. Bowfishing and spearfishing are not allowed. Submit your top ten legal fish (with photos) and the top total accumulation wins. For full details visit Hudson Crossing Park’s website. Awards will be distributed at HCP’s pavilion at noon with plenty of opportunities to swap fishing stories with others, enjoy fishing demos and try beer tastings! Registration is $20 per person with proceeds supporting Hudson Crossing Park. All people on a boat must be registered and have a NYS license. 12 and under are free. Register at HudsonCrossingPark.org. This event is sponsored by Bound by Fate Brewery, Slickfin Brewery, Saratoga Tackle and Archery, and Adirondack Conservation Council. Hudson
Crossing Park is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, bi-county park located in Schuylerville, centered on Champlain Canal Lock 5Island just outside of the village of Schuylerville on historic Route 4. A unique recreational and educational destination, the park is open every day year-round from dawn until dusk and is free of charge.
BREAKFAST: Fish Creek
Rod and Gun Club will be cooking breakfast on Sunday, Aug. 8, starting at 8:00 AM thru 11:00AM. Menu will include : Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes ( Regular, Blueberry, Buckwheat,Apple Cinnamon) , Bacon, Sausage, French Toast, Home Fries, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. Price for Adult is $8. Price for Child is $4. All are welcome to join us. We are located at Box 123 , route 32, Schuylerville, 12871. Look for our sign.
COMMUNITY MARKET:
Come enjoy an outdoor market featuring local vendors (candles, jewelry, art and so much more!) and an Open Mic where anyone can get up and sing or have their bands perform live! 10a.m. — 3 p.m. at 615 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs. There is no fee to attend the market, which is presented by Saratoga Children’s Theatre, Artisanal Brewing, Caffe Lena and RomCom Candles. More information is available online at www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org.
SUNDAY SUMMER STROLL:
After a sold-out season of Summer Sunday Strolls in 2020, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to announce that this year’s stroll series is underway. These historic walking tours will be offered every Sunday through September 5th at 10:30 a.m. in various neighborhoods throughout the city. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to thirty and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15for SSPF members and $20 for nonmembers. Members who have received complimentary Stroll passes will have those honored for their value of
$10 and will be required to pay the difference of $5. Sunday, Aug. 8— Post Time! Georgia Horner explores the Saratoga Race Course area along Union Avenue featuring the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing, Oklahoma Track, and Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. Meet at: SE Corner of Nelson & Union avenues. For additional information or to purchase tickets to any of these upcoming tours visit www.saratogapreservation. org, call (518) 587-5030, or email Nicole Babie, Membership
& Programs Director, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.
FITNESS IN THE PARK:
Troy’s Fitness in the Park has returned for a new season running through Aug. 8 providing free yoga classes for the public. The program will be held each Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00a.m. in William D. Chamberlain Riverfront Park. The Downtown Troy BID and sponsor CDPHP® have continued to promote healthy living in Downtown Troy, aiming to improve the quality of life for residents, students, businesses, and visitors. This summer, the Downtown Troy BID is excited to welcome back participants without reservations. Check-in day of, with a covid-19tracing questionnaire required. Please bring a mask, mat and water. Guests of all ages, levels and experiences will have the opportunity to learn different routines and poses. This popular series is the perfect way to begin a Sunday in Downtown Troy. After yoga, explore Downtown shops, restaurants, and attractions. Get out and about and stay healthy! For more information about Fitness in the Park visit http:// www.downtowntroy.org/ fitness-in-the-park/. For questions, please contact the Downtown Troy BID at info@troybid.org or by phone at (518) 279-7997.
Monday, Aug. 9 FARMERS MARKET:
The Mechanicville Library, located at 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville, will be holding its 2021 Farmers Market on Mondays from 4pm — 7pm from June — September. This producers market will feature vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, handmade items, and entrepreneurs. Limited free space is still available to our local producers. Give us a call or stop in to inquire.
Tuesday, Aug. 10 SPIRITUAL LIVING CIRCLE:
Tuesday, August 10at 6:30 p.m. hosted by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures via Zoom. Join us for a discussion of two articles from Science of Mind Magazine: “How to Stop Worrying and Start Knowing” and “The Wisdom of the Sabbath.” Articles provided. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. Donations welcome.
For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork. org or call (518) 366-9918. AUTHORS NIGHT: 7— 9 p.m., at Hoss’s Country
Store, 1142 Main St, Long Lake, NY 12847, 518-6242481. Featuring authors who live in the Adirondacks or write about the Adirondacks.
Wednesday, Aug. 11 AUTHOR EVENT:
Reading, Q & A, and book signing with Matt Witten, author of The
Necklace. 7:00 — 8:00 p.m., at the Rockwell Falls Public Library, 19Main St, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846, 518696-3423.
BREAST CANCER EDUCATION FORUM:
To Life! presents their premier annual Education Forum, “Beat the Odds” , scheduled for Wednesday, August 11, starting at 9:00am. Featured speaker will be Dr. Margaret Gatti-Mays, MD, MPH, Oncologist with the James Comprehensive Cancer Center at The Ohio State University. Dr. Gatti-Mays will speak on “Breast Cancer Immunotherapy: Past, Present and Future.” The event will be held virtually and is offered free of charge to the community. Registration is required. Register at www. tolife.org. or call 518439-5975. This and other programs offered by To Life!, the Capital Region’s personal resource for breast cancer education and support. A non-profit, our outreach involves a 10-county region, and extends to women, families and caregivers navigating breast cancer. Learn more at: www.ToLife.org. Thursday, Aug. 12 SENIORS MEETING: The Ballston Area Seniors will temporarily be holding meetings at the Fitness & Cycle Gym, next to the China City, in the Hannaford Plaza at 15 Trieble Ave. in Milton. Starting July 1, we will be resuming our weekly meetings on every Thursday of the month.
Doors will open at 10:30
am, for the sales of 50⁄50, crafter sales, socializing and cards. At noon lunch, and at 12:30 a General meeting will be held and Bingo will follow the meeting. On the second Thursday tickets will be on sale for $3 for the meal on the third Thursday. Or call President Linda Elmer 518885-4839 to order food and sign up. Or bring your own lunch on this day. On the Third Thursday of the month food will be provided. Check your email for the meal.
All other Thursdays of the month bring your own lunch.
BOOK TALK: With authors Matt Witten and Patricia Smiley, at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 518584-7860. 7 p.m. Virtual event; attendees can use this link: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/88607683411?p wd=Z01JR3JoZDNhWEw4O FExT3lxN2syQT09.
CHICKEN & RIB BBQ: August 12— 4-6PM Giffy’s And Gateway’s Chicken and Rib Barbecue. Gateway House Of Peace, 479Rowland St, Ballston Spa. Please go to GatewayHouseOfPeace.org and order now.
Friday, Aug. 13 GREENFIELD FARMERS MARKET: The Middle Grove United Methodist Church, located at 429 Middle Grove Rd., is hosting the Greenfield Farmers Market this year. The market will be Friday afternoon beginning June 25 — Sept. 10 from 4-7 p.m. If you are interested in being a vendor for the Farmer’s Market, please contact Chuck at 518-421-1798. The vendor fees are for the benefit of the Greenfield Historical Society and Middle Grove UMC.
Saturday, Aug. 14 WATERFORD MEET THE CANDIDATES:
Candidates for Waterford’s Town Board will host a meet-the-candidates event on Saturday, August 14, 2021from 5:30p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 76 Grace Street, Waterford, NY. The event is free and open to the public. Candidates Barb Turpin and John Bishop are endorsed by the Town of Waterford Democratic Committee and the Working Families Party. Residents will have the opportunity to meet the candidates, hear their “New Voices & Better Choices” platforms, discuss the future of Waterford, and exchange ideas with residents. Hors d’oeuvres, desserts and coffee will be served. A cash bar will be available. For additional information, call/ text 518-269-6289or email: electjohnbishop@gmail.com.
CORINTH TOWNWIDE GARAGE SALE:
The Corinth Merchants’ Association (CMA) sponsors and organizes the Town-Wide Garage Sale on the second weekend in August. It was cancelled last year due to Covid-19but this year it’s back and will be on August 14and 15. The CMA’s mission is to encourage business-minded people to serve their community with efficiency and promote high ethical standards in industry, professions, public works, and private endeavors. Their goal is to provide support, encouragement, and consultation to new and established businesses in Corinth and the downtown Community Message Board between Rocco’s and Corinth Wine and Liquors is open for use to their members as well as community non-profit organizations. They are holding meetings each month via zoom. The dues have remained at $50 per year to help defray expenses for these projects. To join them, send your check (payable to Corinth Merchants’ Association) to P.O. Box 121, Corinth, NY 12822 to be included in their radio advertising and in the brochure that will be published prior to the Garage Sale weekend. Last year they ran over 650 radio promotions for member businesses, and encouraging residents to “shop local”. Call 518-6548425 for more information or go to www.corinthmerchants.com.
AUTHOR EVENT: Reading,