TITANIC IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE: Following the success of immersive exhibitions like Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Dinos Alive! and The Art of the Brick, Exhibition Hub has unveiled its newest fully immersive experience at Schenectady’s Armory Studios (125 Washington Ave, Schenectady). “Titanic: An Immersive Voyage – Through the Eyes of the Passengers” is now open with prices starting at $27.90. This experience transports guests deep into the world of the RMS Titanic with more than 200 artifacts, dramatic room recreations, 360-degree projections, video animations, and a virtual-reality tour of the ship’s wreck site located 2.5 miles beneath the Atlantic. Visitors will witness the ship’s construction, explore its opulent halls, stand before the iceberg, and experience its final hours through immersive galleries. The exhibition features life-size replicas, rare items connected to the Titanic’s brief but legendary history, and a moving short film that delves into the human stories of love, loss, and courage aboard the ship. VIP ticket-holders will also have access to the exclusive virtual-reality journey to the wreck. The experience takes approximately 60 to 90 minutes and is open to all ages. Tickets are available online at https://expo-titanic.com/albany, or at the door. Discounted tickets are also available for seniors, students, military veterans, families, and larger groups. Free and ADA-accessible parking is available.
IRISH PERFORMERS WANTED: Auditions are being held for local folk or Irish performers for a Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in Malta. Come audition for an opportunity to showcase your talent during “Café Malta”, an intimate coffee house at the Malta Community Center on March 13, 2026. We are looking for talented musicians, vocalists, small acoustic bands, storytellers and/or dancers. Each acoustic act selected will play a short 10-15 minute set. Auditions are by appointment only. Contact Elyse Young at 899-4411 x 305 or theater@townofmalta.gov for more details or to schedule an audition. We are also looking for 3-4 talented teen or adult singing waiters or waitresses to help serve dessert and coffee and perform an opening number.
ARTISAN HOLIDAY MARKET: The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum is celebrating the 25th year of our annual Artisan Market, which will be open between November 29 and December 24 at the Museum (21 Fairground Ave, Ballston Spa). Shop a wide variety of handmade goods, including ceramics, soaps, jewelry, knitwear, holiday ornaments and more! Find something special for everyone on your list this holiday season. The 2025 hours are: Tuesdays-Thursdays, noon-4pm; Fridays noon-5pm; Saturdays & Sundays, 11am-5pm.
FOOD DRIVE: The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum is hosting a Fall Food Drive to benefit Lifeworks Community Action. As winter approaches, SCHC seeks to support our community by raising funds and gathering food items to support those facing food insecurity. Please join us in generosity this holiday season. Funds can be donated directly to Lifeworks Community Action at their website, https://www.lifeworks.org/. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off during museum hours, Tuesdays-Sundays from 12-4 pm. Most needed items include canned fruit and vegetables, pasta, rice, oatmeal, mac & cheese, canned tuna, canned chicken, and peanut butter. Donations will be accepted through January 1.
POOL ACCESS: Ballston Spa High School is opening its pool to the community for the remainder of 2025. The pool will be available for lap swimming on Saturdays from 10am to noon, Mondays & Wednesdays from 6-8pm and Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6-7am. The pool will be available for open swimming on Saturdays from noon to 2pm. Swimmers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. More information can be found at: https://www.bscsd.org/departments/athletics/aquatics-program/communityswim-lap-swim. Any questions? Contact Aquatics Coordinator @ 518-884-7150 ext 2324
ART SHOW: Spa Fine Art’s 13th Annual Small Works Show features hundreds of original paintings, each no larger than 14 inches and priced at $500 or less — framed, ready to hang, and perfect for gifting or collecting. From bold abstracts and serene landscapes to luminous skies, seascapes, and still lifes, the show offers something for every space and style. Every piece is one-of-a-kind, created by represented gallery artists and hand-selected for this special seasonal event. This is the only time of year Spa Fine Art offers such a wide selection of small-scale, affordably priced originals — an ideal opportunity to start a collection, discover new artists, or find the perfect gift with lasting meaning. The show is now open and runs through December 31st. Shop the full collection in person or online at spafineartgallery.com. For inquiries, contact the gallery at 518-587-2411 or spafineart@aol.com. Spa Fine Arts is located at 376 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.
ART EXHIBITION: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College presents “Family Forms,” on display November 15–April 12, 2026. Bringing together contemporary art and vernacular photography, “Family Forms” looks closely at kinship, care, and the stories we tell about who we are to one another. Photographs, artists’ books, collage, sculpture, and video provide visitors ways to explore the spaces between our ideas about “the family” and the lived experiences of families. Visitors are invited to contribute to the exhibition by submitting their own family photographs via an online form. These images will be shown in the gallery on a digital frame throughout the run of the exhibition. The exhibition is free and open to the public. The Tang Museum, located on the Skidmore College campus at 815 N. Broadway in Saratoga Springs is open noon–5 pm Tuesday–Sunday, with extended hours until 9 pm on Thursdays. For more information, call the Tang’s Visitor Services Desk at 518-580-8080 or visit tang.skidmore.edu.
ART EXHIBITION: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College presents “Sheila Pepe: When & Where We Rest,” a new immersive installation by Brooklyn-based artist Sheila Pepe opening October 11 in the Mezzanine Gallery. On view through September 12, 2027, the exhibition transforms the mezzanine into a communal space for contemplation, gathering, and conversation. “When & Where We Rest” includes a site-specific crochet installation that moves between the mezzanine and the Museum’s entry vestibule, alongside other crocheted and knit works. Another key element of the installation is a broadsheet wheat-pasted to a wall, that serves as both a takeaway for visitors and as a visual element of the exhibition.
ART EXHIBITION: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces “See It Now: Contemporary Art from the Ann and Mel Schaffer Collection.” This new exhibition celebrates art and artists brought together over five decades by Ann Schapps Schaffer ’62 and Mel Schaffer. Featuring over one hundred artworks, See It Now highlights bold and incisive artworks that grapple with the complexities of contemporary life. The exhibition foregrounds artists whose works probe questions of race, migration, loss, gender, belonging — issues at the center of today’s world. Drawing from the Schaffers’ renowned private collection — formed with a spirit of curiosity and a commitment to artists at pivotal moments — “See It Now” offers audiences a rare, in-depth opportunity to view works by artists who have shaped the last half-century of art. “See It Now” will be on display from Sep 13 – Jan 4, 2026. The Tang Museum, located on the Skidmore College campus at 815 N. Broadway in Saratoga Springs, is open noon–5 pm Tuesday–Sunday, with extended hours until 9 pm on Thursdays. For more information, call the Tang’s Visitor Services Desk at 518-580-8080 or visit tang.skidmore.edu.
ART EXHIBITION: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College presents “All These Growing Things,” a year-long exhibition of contemporary and historical paintings, prints, textiles, photography, and sculpture from the Tang Museum collection that explores questions of becoming and belonging. Organized around four central ideas—Ancestries, Masks, Transformations, and Hybrids—the exhibition traces personal, ancestral, and cultural histories; considers masking as both revelation and concealment; explores the transformative possibilities of our lives; and highlights interconnections among humans, plants, and animals. Hybrids function as a cross-cutting thread that weaves through the other three sections to draw out these interconnections. The exhibition will be on view through July 19, 2026. “All These Growing Things” is free and open to the public. The Tang Museum, located on the Skidmore College campus at 815 N. Broadway in Saratoga Springs, is open noon–5 pm Tuesday–Sunday, with extended hours until 9 pm on Thursdays. For more information, call the Tang’s Visitor Services Desk at 518-580-8080 or visit tang.skidmore.edu.
AZORES TOUR: The Academy for Lifelong Learning of Saratoga Springs is sponsoring a ten-day tour to the Azores May 11-20, 2026. Lately referred to as “the new Iceland” and “the Hawaii of the Atlantic,” a non-stop five and a half hour flight from NYC transports you to this remote region of volcanic islands off the coast of Portugal. Hidden waterfalls, mythical hot springs and lush tropical gardens invite visitors to enjoy its beauty. If you love gardens, wineries, tropical floral displays and soaking in naturally heated geothermal springs, this trip is for you. Package price for land and air based on double occupancy is $5,990. Contact goedventures@gmail.com for additional information.
ADIRONDACK FOLK SCHOOL: 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne. www.adirondackfolkschool.org December classes have been announced. Learn many skills from local experts with hands-on classes and instruction. Many classes will result in a finished piece you can take home with you. Visit the school’s website for full class descriptions including cost. Call (518) 696-2400 for more information.
SARATOGA SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS: Regular Saratoga Springs City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm. City Council meetings are held in the Music Hall 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. The Council routinely reviews and approves Rules of Conduct for public meetings, which will be followed at all meetings of the City Council, including the Public Comment period, for the benefit of all citizens. Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval. The meetings are also livestreamed on the city’s website at www.saratoga-springs.org, where more information is available.
INDOOR FARMERS MARKET: 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, Wilton Mall. Our Winter market offers a variety of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, ready made meals, fresh brewed coffee and locally roasted coffee beans, locally grown meat products, fresh eggs, locally produced dairy products, fresh baked goods, an array of floral vendors, arts & crafts, locally produced items such as jams, spice mixes, honey, maple syrup, distilleries and other gifts and creative finds. There are added vendors that participate in November and December as part of our Holiday Market activities. Visit https://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/ for a calendar of activities, live music, and special events.
SPA CITY FARMERS MARKET: A Year Round Farmers’ Market located in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Lincoln Baths, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 10 am to 2 pm Sundays. The Spa City Farmers’ Market will endeavor to stay open every Sunday, for as long as we are able, and have enough farmers and vendors committed to continue to provide for our local community. www.spacityfarmersmarket.com.
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 at Abele Park every Wednesday from 3-6 pm. For more information, call (518) 371-7410, extension 2200.
CONGRESS PARK TOURS: Live guided tours of Saratoga’s renowned Congress Park will run daily, Tuesday through Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and will be led by experienced guides—several of whom have been giving the tours for more than 10 years. During the 90-minute walk, guests will hear the stories of the founding of the city and the park which dates back to 1792. They will also hear about the native Americans who lived in the area, how Frederick Law Olmsted designed the park and the contributions of Saratoga’s historical figures such as Gideon Putnam, Dr. John Clark, John Morrissey and Lucy Skidmore. Tours can be booked online at www.walkingsaratoga.com or by calling 518-832-3796 or emailing walkingsaratoga@gmail.com. The cost is $20 per person and children under 12 are free. They are appropriate for the entire family.
NEW YORK STATE MILITARY MUSEUM: The Military Museum is open from Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free. Housed in a historic armory constructed in 1889, the Military Museum is a nationally recognized source of New York State military history highlighted by the display of numerous historical treasures that are educationally and beautifully presented in a series of permanent and interpretive exhibitions. The museum is a treat for the whole family and serves as a reminder of the dedicated veterans that defended our country in its times of need and peril. For more information, call 518-581-5100 or visit the website at https://museum.dmna.ny.gov/.
FRANCES YOUNG TANG TEACHING MUSEUM: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College is open to the public Tuesday–Sunday, noon–5 pm, with extended hours until 9 pm Thursday. The campus entrance is at 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, New York. Visitors can find ample parking in a lot adjacent to the Museum. Parking and admission to the Museum are free. For more information, contact the Tang Visitors Services Desk at 518-580-8080 or visit https://tang.skidmore.edu.
GRANT COTTAGE LANDMARK AND MUSEUM: Visit Grant Cottage State Historic Site, the final home of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War Commanding General of the U.S. Army, 18th U.S. President, and beloved American public figure. 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. Visitors tour the downstairs of the cottage, viewing the original furnishings, decorations, and personal items belonging to Grant, including the bed where he died and floral arrangements that remain from Grant’s August 4th funeral. The cottage is open May through October. Guided tours are available every day of operation. Living History tours, with a guide in period costume and character, are available on Fridays and Sundays at 3:30pm. Book your tour online at https://www.grantcottage.org/. Special events held every month. Volunteers always needed. Visit our website for more information.
WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: The World Awareness Children’s Museum is the first and only children’s museum in the country with multicultural education as its core mission. We are located at 89 Warren St, Glens Falls. The Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and houses more than 10,000 pieces of children’s art and donated objects from around the world in its collection. School year (September-June) hours are Thursday to Monday 10am to 3pm. Summer hours are 10 am to 5 pm Friday and Monday, 10 am to 3 pm Saturday, and noon to 5 pm Sunday. Educational programs or birthday parties may be scheduled at other times by request. We now have online programming! Parents can visit www.worldchildrensmuseum.org/online-programming to view the entire library of content. Special programming and tours are available for school groups. Call (518) 793-2773 ext. 303 or visit https://worldchildrensmuseum.org/ for more information and to plan your visit.
USS SLATER HISTORICAL MUSEUM: The SLATER, located at 141 Broadway in Albany, is getting ready for our 29th regular season. You may buy tickets at the door as you arrive or book them by going to https://ussslater.org/. We have a free parking lot right next to the ship, which is locked for the night as soon as the last tour group is off the ship. The museum offers one hour guided tours, youth group overnight camping, and a historic location to hold naval reunions. Tours run every 30 minutes from 10am to 4pm, Wednesday to Sunday, April to November.
SLATE VALLEY MUSEUM: The Slate Valley Museum is open from May through December, every Tuesday through Friday from 12-4pm and Saturday from 10am-4pm. It celebrates the history and culture of the quarrying community that was established along the New York – Vermont border in the 1800s. We offer an exciting range of programs, exhibitions, and special events that share its mission to collect, preserve and share the history of slate quarrying and the quarrying community. The museum is located at 17 Water Street in Granville. More information is available on its website, www.SlateValleyMuseum.org or on Facebook and X at @SlateMuseum.
BENNINGTON MUSEUM: Bennington Museum presents and explores the rich culture of southern Vermont, eastern New York State, northwestern Massachusetts, and southern New Hampshire in all its forms, from the 18th century to the present. We connect you with objects of art and history, and put them into context across time and place through innovative exhibitions and programming. The museum operates April 1 through December 31. Hours are 10am to 4pm every day except Wednesdays, and 10am to 7pm on summer Fridays. In addition to our permanent collections, there are special exhibits that change every year. Regular Admission:
Adults – $16; Seniors (62+), Active/Retired Military, and Students 18 and over – $14; Youth aged 17 and under – Free; Museum Members, NARM members, and SNAP Card holders and their families – Free. Visit benningtonmuseum.org for more information.
BALLSTON AREA SENIOR CITIZENS: BASC Inc. If you are 55+ and a resident of Saratoga County looking to make new friends, consider joining Ballston Area Seniors. Prospective members must come to the Milton Community Center to apply to join on Thursdays, 10am–11:45am. Dues for joining are $15, regardless of age. Our newsletter and website at ballstonmiltonseniors.com also has a membership application. Membership year runs January 1 through December 31. Renewal rates: Age 55 to 80 – $15; Turned 80 last year – $10. Turned 90 last year – free. For membership information call 518-490-2851 or e-mail ballston.area.seniors2@gmail.com or come to the Milton Community Center at 10am.
BALLSTON AREA SENIOR THURSDAYS: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the
Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa every Thursday at 10 am. Lunch is at noon. BASC Members may participate in Congregate Meals for $2 OR bring your own lunch, your choice. Pizza every 3rd Thursday at noon, cost is $4. On the fourth Thursday it is Pot Lunch at 11:30 am, to participate bring something to share or pay $3. Coffee and hot water for tea will be available. Regular scheduled activities: Every Thursday – Flex & Stretch Chair Exercise class,10:30 am to 11:15 am. 1st Thursday – Bring a lunch, play games, General meeting & Board meeting after the general meeting. 2nd Thursday – Bring a lunch, Speaker, General meeting. 3rd Thursday – General meeting, Pizza for lunch (cost is $4). 4th Thursday – General meeting, Pot lunch at 11:30am bring something to share or pay $3. 5th Thursday – Gameday, Lunch, General meeting, 1pm-4pm – Table Pool.
BALLSTON AREA SENIORS ACTIVITIES: The Ballston Area Seniors will be meeting at the Town of Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Mondays: 9am-noon – Table Pool, 10am-11am – Chorus, 11:15am – noon – Exercise. Tuesdays: 10am-noon – Crafts, 1pm-4pm – Mahjong. Wednesdays: 9am-noon – Senior Craft Room, 12:30pm-3pm – Quilting. Fridays: 1pm-3pm first Friday of the month Special Activities TBA, 11:15am-noon – Exercise, 6:30pm-9pm – Table Pool. Saturdays: Second Saturday is a dance with live music, 7pm to 10pm, a $7 donation.
NYS OFFICE FOR THE AGING LUNCHES: The Saratoga County Department of Aging & Youth Services lunch program has returned to the Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Avenue
Saratoga Springs. Lunch is served daily (Monday-Friday) at noon. The lunch program is available to any Saratoga County resident ages 60+. To register for lunch, and/or learn more about transportation options, contact the Saratoga County Department of Aging & Youth Services at 518-363-4020.
PICKIN’ SESSIONS: At the Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. Open to the Public, Free Admission and ample free parking. Open to all musicians who enjoy playing country/western, folk, gospel and bluegrass. Come and enjoy the music and be part of the audience. First Wednesday of each month 6:30-9:30 pm, and third Wednesday of each month 1-3 pm. For more information call 518-885-4229.
CHORUS SEEKING PIANIST & SINGERS: The Ballston Area Seniors Chorus is looking for a piano player to help us with rehearsals and concerts. We meet on Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Milton Community Center 310 Northline Rd. in Ballston Spa. We are also looking for new members who enjoy singing. Do come and join us. Please call Alison Bodle at 518-288-3565 if you are interested, and for more information.
MAHJONGG: Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. Galway, will host Mahjongg games each Monday at 1pm. Players are requested to register by calling 518-882-6385. More information about all library programs is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.
SARATOGA VETERANS CHORUS: The Saratoga Veterans Chorus invites male and female veterans, including active, guard and reserve service members, to enjoy the camaraderie of a cappella harmony in a relaxed, informal setting. No audition or public singing required. Instruction is provided by a professional choral director. Free admission. Monday evenings, 7 pm to 9 pm, American Legion Post 70, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs. Contact Amy Hughes at 518 884-4999 for more information.
NATURE ON THE MOVE: Taking place every other Monday from 10:30am to noon, every month, at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up. To register please visit our website, wiltonpreserve.org, and click on the “Public Programs” tab to access the online registration form. For more information, please contact the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org. For up-to-date trail conditions or program information, please visit the Preserve & Park’s website at wiltonpreserve.org. The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is a non-profit organization that conserves ecological systems and natural settings while providing opportunities for environmental education and outdoor recreation.
IMPROV “OPEN OFFICE HOURS”: Join us at IMPROV SPACES “Open Office Hours” with Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Sessions are held once a month on Tuesday from 5-7pm, with musicians and artists involved in improvisation and interdisciplinary improvisation including with music, performance, poetry, and visual arts. Email improvspaces@gmail.com for information about specific dates. The open workshop/session-like atmosphere is meant to welcome artists to come together in an open jam format and to network and form collaborations together. Mics and amplification will be provided so that the sessions can be recorded for the artists. Musicians and others are also invited to bring their own equipment. The Open Office Hours differ from an open mic format in that they are session workshop opportunities for artists to create together and be in informal conversation about their practice. Are you a composer with a framework for improvisation that you want to test out? Do you want to meet potential collaborators for a piece or band? Do you want to explore interdisciplinary practice or something new? Open Office Hours are here for you to explore and free to join.
VETERANS NIGHT: Lucy’s Bar, located at 5 Caroline St. in Saratoga Springs, is holding its Veterans Night series. Starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, all of the profits from the evening will go to the local nonprofit organization Operation at Ease, which pairs dogs from shelters deserving veterans and first responders. More information about Operation at Ease and its programs is available online at www.operationatease.org.
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP: The “Further Along Survivors of Suicide” Monthly Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month. The group is structured to meet the needs of people who have lost a loved one to suicide and who are approximately 18-24 months past the date of their loss. It is not designed for someone who is recently bereaved. Facilitators are peers who have attended AFSP’s (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – AFSP.org) “Facilitating a Suicide Bereavement Support Group” training. There is no charge, but we encourage people to bring a treat to share or a book that would help someone else on their healing journey that we can include in our lending library. For more information, please email David Grapka at Furtheralongsos@gmail.com. For more information on AFSP, please visit AFSP.org or contact Sandra Goldmeer Sandra Goldmeer, Area Director, Capital Region New York at sgoldmeer@afsp.org or 518.791.1544.
BINGO: Knights of Columbus #246 hosts Bingo at the KOC Hall, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, every Wednesday evening. The doors open at 4:30, the kitchen window (which is staffed by the Catholic Daughters) opens at 5:30, games go on sale at 6:00, and the first game starts at 7:00. 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.
ZEN MEDITATION: We meet every Wednesday in Wilson Chapel at Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs. This gathering is open to everyone and is free of charge. Individuals of all religious backgrounds are welcome. The Zen gathering at Skidmore College brings together longtime practitioners and newcomers with experienced leaders from Skidmore and the local community. Newcomers please try to arrive before 6:25 pm, as we offer basic Zen meditation instruction for first-time attendees promptly at 6:30 pm. Late-comers are welcome to enter quietly. We sit for two periods interspersed with walking meditation, typically ending by 7:45. Cushions, meditation benches, and chairs are provided; wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. For a campus map and directions: https://www.skidmore.edu/directions/maps.php. Questions? (518) 421-2155.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Cancer Support Group with Pierre Zimmerman at Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St. in Saratoga Springs on the second and fourth Wednesday each month at noon. Free and open to all. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre for info at 413-992-7012.
CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP: Caregivers Support Group with Pierre Zimmerman, 211 Church St, first Thursday of each month at 6:00pm. Free and open to all. Pre-registration required. Call Pierre for info at 413-992-7012.
GALWAY FOOD PANTRY: The Galway Food Pantry, located at 2167 West Galway Road, is open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. We provide for all residents within the Greater Galway School District, Town of Galway, Village of Galway, Town of Providence and the Town of Charlton. Greater Galway Food Pantry is looking for volunteers to help with shifts and/ or substitute – please call pantry at. 518-882-1316 and leave a message of interest.
MEMORY CAFE: A partnership between Galway Town Hall and the Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York Chapter that offers social support and engagement for people living with dementia and their care partners. The Memory Cafe offers a supportive, welcoming environment for caregivers and their loved ones who are experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer’s or another dementia. You can expect a judgment-free zone, the opportunity to connect with others, light refreshments and simple, yet meaningful and engaging activities. Held from 1 to 2:30 pm on the fourth Friday of every month at Galway town Hall, located at 5910 Sacandaga Rd. in Galway. To register contact Colleen at 518-441-0262. Although RSVPs are appreciated, walk-ins are welcome.
E-SPORT GAMING PROGRAM: Galway Public Library, located at 2112 East St. in Galway, announces a new program series. E-Sport Gaming will be ongoing, every second Saturday, from 11:00 to 1:00. Designed for middle school ages through adults, this program is made possible by the SALS Seed Challenge Grant. Those interested in attending must register: 518-882-6385. More information about the programs is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.
INDOOR GARAGE SALE: Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale is held monthly from 11am to 3pm. Lots of vendors and food. Call Debbie at 518-226-5595 for dates and vendor information.
SLOW ROLL: A “Slow Roll” is a leisurely bike ride around Saratoga Springs with a group of bike enthusiasts. You will see parts of Saratoga you may not have in a while and enjoy the company of others you love the outdoors and biking! The ride will be guided by Bikeatoga looping through quiet and safe neighborhood streets. The pace will be suitable for families too! Rides are scheduled for the third Sunday of each month, starting at 10am in Congress Park at the “Spirit of Life” in Saratoga Springs. Smiles are encouraged, helmets are a must. Follow us on Facebook to stay abreast of any changes.
BREAKFAST BUFFET: Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station, 8:00am – 11:00am Every 1st Sunday of the Month at the Waterford Knights of Columbus, 76 Grace Street, Waterford. Buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes, French toast, sausage, Bacon, home fries, Toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices. Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing. $10 adult – $5 children (Children under 4 free). Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast. For more information visit waterfordkofc.org or call 518-237-9330.
HOMEWORK HELP: Through the Stillwater Public Library, 662 Hudson Ave Stillwater. Tuesday-Thursday, 3-5pm, in person at the library or on Discord Michete #6346.
CITY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS: Are you interested in serving on one of the City’s boards or commissions? Visit www.saratoga-springs.org/203/Boards-Commissions to review the complete list. You can submit your application to www.saratoga-springs.org/FormCenter/Mayor-18/City-of-Saratoga-Springs-Board-Applicati-70. Applications will be placed on file for a period of one (1) year from the date of receipt. The City shall endeavor to appoint members who represent the specific Board focus as well as experts in the field. Members shall be reflective of the demographic and geographic diversity of the City. Members should live, work, or have a strong connection to the City.
RACQUETBALL RENTALS: Racquetball Rentals at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center – Reservations for court times can be made through Community Pass. Fees are $5 for City residents with a verified Community Pass account and $8 for all others. Reservations and fees are per person/per hour. Participants must sign up for a Rec Card prior to coming. Participants must bring a racquet, racquetballs, and appropriate footwear. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Rec Center Drop in Sessions for additional information and to reserve a court. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions
RECREATION CENTER DROP-IN SESSIONS: The Saratoga Springs Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue is currently offering Open Adult (17+) Basketball, Open Gym, and Pickleball sessions. A Drop In Rec Card is required in order to participate. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com, and click the basketball for the schedule, information, and to sign up for your Drop In Rec Card. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
FITNESS CENTER DROP-IN SESSIONS: The Scott T. Johnson Recreation Center, inside the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center, offers popular exercise equipment including a treadmill, rowing machine, free weights, and more. Participants must sign up for a Drop In Rec Card prior to their first visit. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Rec Center, Drop In Sessions for complete information. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
PICKLEBALL WORKSHOPS: The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department hosts pickleball workshops throughout the year for a variety of interests and expertise. Learn how to “dink” responsibly. Everyone age 18+ is welcome to participate. Visit www.SaratogaRec.com and click Programs, Pickleball Workshops for complete information and to register. Contact the Recreation Department at (518) 587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.
STORY QUILT GRANTS:The Galway Public Library is accepting applications for Story Quilt Arts & Literary Grants, which are available to artists and writers who wish to present programs or projects at the library or at other venues within the Galway Central School District. Both emerging and established artists may apply. Projects or programs may be suitable for children, adults, or all ages, and must be of benefit to the community served by the Galway Public Library. For more information, please contact the library at 518-882-6385, or see www.galwaypubliclibrary.org/community-resources/story-quilt/.
OPERATION ADOPT-A-SOLDIER: The Town of Wilton’s Parks and Recreation Department at Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Drive, is accepting donations for Operation Adopt a Soldier, which provides a sense of home to soldiers overseas with letters, care packages, gifts, phone cards, personal care items, snacks and more. Donations will be accepted during regular business hours or during JR NBA games. For more information, call 518-584-9455.
SPAC LEARNING LIBRARY: Saratoga Performing Arts Center announced that it has unveiled its new Learning Library, created to bring free original arts educational content to students. As part of the Center’s mission to provide meaningful educational programming to the community while also supporting local artists, the videos and exercises feature more than 25 professional musicians and dancers who have been affected by the pandemic such as Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company, professional stepping company Soul Steps and Caroga Arts Collective, as well as former Broadway performers, composers and local storytellers. The SPAC Learning Library can be accessed at spaclearninglibrary.org and is part of the Center’s new “Creative Connection” online campaign. SPAC believes in the transformative power of art and beauty to restore and enrich the human spirit. Creative Connection and the Learning Library were launched as part of SPAC’s expanded mission to provide online resources, community groups, and educational content to inspire and create a sense of community and hope.
REALITY CHECK: Reality Check is a youth-led movement in New York State that empowers youth to become leaders in their communities in exposing what they see as the manipulative and deceptive marketing tactics of the tobacco industry. The organization’s members produce change in their communities through grassroots mobilization and education. More information about Reality check and how to join the movement can be found online at www.realitycheckofny.com or www.facebook.com/realitycheckofny.
ROCHMON RECORD CLUB: Join us at an upcoming Rochmon event for an evening of music and community. Each show our host Rochmon Chuck Vosganian takes the room on a high fidelity journey through classic albums spanning many genres and decades. More information about this series, including a schedule of upcoming events, is available online at www.rochmon.com.
SENIOR RESOURCES: The Senior Services Committee of CAPTAIN CHS has started a Clearinghouse website for senior citizens and their caregivers. Included are informational websites as well as virtual programs and entertainment. Studies have shown that Seniors are increasingly vulnerable to social isolation (a fact of life during the pandemic), and we have found a large number of programs which can help alleviate the sense of being alone.There are programs listed which can be accessed anytime and programs which are time sensitive which will be updated as appropriate. Most programs are free, but there are some which charge a fee. The Clearinghouse can be found at the Care Links Resource Page at captaincares.org/care-links/resources.html, or directly at carelinksgoodstuff.weebly.com.We are always looking for additional resources to post on the page and suggestions may be sent to wljozwiak@gmail.
BLOOD DRIVES: Your blood donation is essential to maintaining our community’s health. For a full list of upcoming American Red Cross Blood Drives in the area visit www.redcrossblood.org, where participants can register online.
FISH CREEK ROD AND GUN CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club is currently accepting new members. If you enjoy the outdoors or just like to shoot ( pistol, rifle, shotgun, bow) we are here for you. If you enjoy being around other people and providing a service, we are here for you (Monthly Breakfast, Horseshoe League, Clam Steam, Fish Fry). We offer camping sites on our property for our members, electricity is provided. We have 100-plus acres of property that is available for hiking or trail riding or hunting. Fish Creek runs along our western boundary and is available for fishing or boating. Our club house/pavilion can accommodate up to 400 people. How to become a member: You must come to our club house and pick up an application (call before stopping in 518-695-3917 to make sure someone is there). You must fill out the application and answer all the questions. You will need to have a current member in good standing and at least one year as a member to be your sponsor. When you turn in your application you are required to pay one year of dues and the initiation fee, currently $55, this is not refundable. Your application will be read to the membership at the following meeting and tabled for one month, after one month you and your sponsor will need to attend the next meeting to be voted on by the membership. For questions or other information contact: Mark 518-260-9933 if no answer please leave a voice message.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP: Albany Med’s Division of General Pediatrics will host a weekly Postpartum Depression Support Group for mothers and fathers struggling emotionally following the birth of a child. This group is for parents who recently had a baby and would like to connect with other new parents. Caregivers who have concerns for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders can ask questions, and our clinicians can connect you to resources as needed. The group will meet virtually on a weekly basis. Please join as your schedule permits. Insurance will be billed for sessions attended. Go to https://www.albanymed.org/specialty/parent-resources/ to register.
GALWAY TRAILMASTERS: The Galway Trailmasters are an active group of local snowmobile enthusiasts who work diligently to maintain our local trail system. With a membership, Club members pay just $45 per sled yearly to register their sleds with New York State. Non-Club members pay $100 per Sled. It’s easy to renew your club membership or join online. Galwaytrailmasters.com. The Galway Trailmasters’ trail system extends from just north of the intersection of NYS Routes 67 and 147 in Galway where we connect with the Charlton Trails and goes on to Lake Desolation where we connect with the Mulleyville Trails. This important link between Charlton and the Great Sacandaga Lake is maintained and groomed by our very own active volunteer membership! New and seasoned members alike are encouraged to participate at meetings and on trail and grooming work. Volunteers for trail work are necessary and always appreciated. As always, new business sponsors are welcome. Contact us for further information. Monthly meetings start at 7:30 p.m. (See Twitter feed for upcoming dates & locations). (518) 694-1437.
THERAPY DOGS READY FOR DUTY: Alliance of Therapy Dogs teams are ready for duty in the Capital Region. The certified therapy dogs are available to serve at schools, colleges, libraries, nursing homes, hospitals, airports and special events. The ATD teams can also help first responders, police officers, military personnel and veterans deal with trauma. All ATD canines meet health and vaccination standards. For information on making arrangements for visit, contact Chris Bourgeois of Ballston Lake, at (518) 331-5781 or chrisbee4154@gmail.com. Bourgeois also is a coordinator for the Red Cross’ Paws for a Cause, which specializes in providing therapy dogs for military deployments and redeployments, therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder combat veterans, military family support groups, military events and disasters.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services is seeking volunteers to drive seniors to and from medical appointments. The county provides the vehicle, gas, schedule, and directions to volunteers. Volunteer opportunities for drivers are immediately available. This important program is part of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), which helps to recruit volunteers age 55 or older for many opportunities throughout Saratoga County. Volunteering as a driver for the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services is a great opportunity for retired individuals who want to give back to their community. To become a volunteer, individuals must submit paperwork, including references, to the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services. Volunteers must have a valid driver license. Training and orientation are provided to all volunteers. Those interested in becoming a volunteer may call the Department of Aging and Youth Services at 518-884-4100 for details.
MEAL DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Saratoga County Office for the Aging is in need of volunteers to help deliver meals to homebound seniors in Saratoga County. This program helps many seniors age 60 and over remain independent in their own homes. Nutritious meals meeting the 1/3 RDA requirement are prepared, packed and ready for pickup at 10:30 a.m. Delivery takes about an hour. Training and orientation are provided. Please call Billie Joe at The Office for the Aging at (518) 884-4996 for more details.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Saratoga County History Center seeks enthusiastic, energetic and professional people to become part of our team through a variety of volunteer positions. We have a range of open positions, including building and ground assistants, research assistants, archival assistants, and video production assistants. To help visit https://tinyurl.com/2us7xu8f /.
DONATIONS WANTED: Gateway House Thrift Shop is now open at 404 Geyser Rd. in Ballston Spa, and donations are wanted. We gratefully accept the following items in good condition: household items, Jewelry, Home decorations, Clean Toys, Small furniture, Lamps, Clean Kitchenware , Antiques/Collectables, Pictures/Art Work, Holiday items, Small Appliances, Purses and small tools. We do not accept TVs, Computers, Books, Upholstered Furniture, Children’s Car seats, Entertainment Centers, Large appliances, Mattresses, Medical Supplies
Hutches/Armoires, Suitcases and clothes. Please call 518-306-4333 for drop off appointment
All proceeds go to support Gateway House of Peace, a donor driven End of life home that cares for local residents and families during loved one’s final days at no charge to the family.
ART SUPPLIES NEEDED: RISE Healthy Housing and Support Services is proud to support the Saratoga Art Pantry, a place to collect and store art supplies in an effort to advance art therapy. Studies have shown that art can help people through mental health difficulties, coping with stress, and feelings of isolation. The Saratoga Art Pantry is seeking to make a difference in the lives of anyone, perhaps everyone, who needs some art therapy. Currently, money and supplies are needed. RISE will continue to collect new or used art supplies and monetary donations at their administrative offices at 127 Union St. in Saratoga Springs between 9am and 5pm, Monday – Friday. Donations may include, but are not limited to, acrylic paint, white glue, canvases and even home repair supplies such as caulk and spray paint. More information can be found at www.facebook.com/SaratogaArtPantry.
