An enchanting event with dozens of fairy houses on display and judges measuring the sunflowers in the contest for the tallest and largest flower head. Prizes will be awarded. Food trucks. Additional children's activities are planned. Rain date: Sept. 23. Click the button below for more info:
Childbirth Preparation is a four-class series at Saratoga Hospital designed to educate expectant parents on their options during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Participants will discuss having a healthy pregnancy, the work of labor and birth, coping with labor, options for medications and other interventions, being an active participant in your care, the role of the birth partner, and the first 48 hours after birth. This series will include discussions, films, hands-on opportunities, networking with other expecting couples, and a tour of Saratoga Hospital’s Labor & Delivery Unit.
The next class starts September 5th. Register using the link below:
Join Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs for a special story time & slime activity with Samantha Cotterill, the illustrator of "Once Upon a Slime."
In this clever new picture book whodunnit, young detectives can look for clues and solve the mystery of who's sliming favorite fairytale characters. This book is positively oozing with slapstick wit and charm. Free, no registration required.
The BSBPA presents the 2018 Concerts in the Park summer concert series in Wiswall Park. This free concert series is a signature event in Ballston Spa and draws hundreds of visitors, as well as residents of the greater Ballston Spa community, to the village’s historic downtown.
The concerts are held on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm directly following the Thursday afternoon Farmers’ Market. This year’s concert season runs from June 28 through August 30 and we once again offer a diverse line-up of talent.
It’s a great family friendly event made possible by our sponsors each year. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village!
Come to Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs to play games, have snacks & celebrate reading. Costumes encouraged - come dressed as a book character you love to be entered in our costume contest!
Join the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame for family-friendly, weekly drop-in programs on Thursday this summer. Each program will be hands-on and engaging; recommended for children ages 3 through 8 years old.
Time: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: National Museum of Racing (191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs)
Cost: Free with paid adult admission.
o August 2 – Trivia Game
o August 9 – Hall of Fame Bingo – make your own induction plaque
o August 16 – Anatomy, Them Bones – clothespin horse
o August 23 – I Won the Race, the Travers Stakes
o August 30 – Horseshoes, Horsehoe photo frame
...more details on each program below!
Thursday, August 2 — “Horse-Themed Trivia Game:” Join us to play some fun racing-themed games. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 9 — “Hall of Fame Bingo – Make Your Own Induction Plaque:” Learn about the 2018 Hall of Fame inductees by playing a round of bingo. View some plaques of famous horses, trainers and jockeys then design and take home your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 16 — “Anatomy, Them Bones:” Join us to learn about the anatomy of horses then build your own clothespin horse. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 23 — “I Won the Race: the Travers Stakes:” Prepare for Saratoga’s oldest race by viewing Travers Stakes trophies at the Museum then decorate a smaller model of your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 30 — “Make a Horseshoe Photo Frame:” Learn about the different types of shoes horses can wear then decorate your own horseshoe photo frame. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
The Berkshire Bank Family Mondays at the Saratoga Race Course series will feature a wide variety of family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Monday of the meet from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion. All games and activities are free with the exception of one each week designated to support a local school or PTA.
The BSBPA presents the 2018 Concerts in the Park summer concert series in Wiswall Park. This free concert series is a signature event in Ballston Spa and draws hundreds of visitors, as well as residents of the greater Ballston Spa community, to the village’s historic downtown.
The concerts are held on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm directly following the Thursday afternoon Farmers’ Market. This year’s concert season runs from June 28 through August 30 and we once again offer a diverse line-up of talent.
It’s a great family friendly event made possible by our sponsors each year. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village!
2018 Schedule:
August 23: The Bluebillies
August 30: Matthew Runciman
Discover Saratoga Independent School, Pre-K through Grade 6.
Summer Tour Days at Saratoga Independent School are happening all summer (all tours begin at 10am):
For over 25 years, Saratoga Independent School has encouraged students to grow into confident learners, capable of critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork. In an environment rich in discovery and excitement, we teach the values of leadership, respect, and community, and equip students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in an increasingly complex world.
Saratoga Independent School offers:
Join the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame for family-friendly, weekly drop-in programs on Thursday this summer. Each program will be hands-on and engaging; recommended for children ages 3 through 8 years old.
Time: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: National Museum of Racing (191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs)
Cost: Free with paid adult admission.
o August 2 – Trivia Game
o August 9 – Hall of Fame Bingo – make your own induction plaque
o August 16 – Anatomy, Them Bones – clothespin horse
o August 23 – I Won the Race, the Travers Stakes
o August 30 – Horseshoes, Horsehoe photo frame
...more details on each program below!
Thursday, August 2 — “Horse-Themed Trivia Game:” Join us to play some fun racing-themed games. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 9 — “Hall of Fame Bingo – Make Your Own Induction Plaque:” Learn about the 2018 Hall of Fame inductees by playing a round of bingo. View some plaques of famous horses, trainers and jockeys then design and take home your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 16 — “Anatomy, Them Bones:” Join us to learn about the anatomy of horses then build your own clothespin horse. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 23 — “I Won the Race: the Travers Stakes:” Prepare for Saratoga’s oldest race by viewing Travers Stakes trophies at the Museum then decorate a smaller model of your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 30 — “Make a Horseshoe Photo Frame:” Learn about the different types of shoes horses can wear then decorate your own horseshoe photo frame. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
The Berkshire Bank Family Mondays at the Saratoga Race Course series will feature a wide variety of family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Monday of the meet from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion. All games and activities are free with the exception of one each week designated to support a local school or PTA.
Join Northshire Bookstore bookseller Leah for story time and a fun family art project inspired by the art of Eric Carle!
Head to Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs for a special story time with author Elizabeth Macy, as she shares her new picture book, "Lucky's Adventure in Saratoga" - which was inspired by the true story of a doggie who was lost in Saratoga.
Take an adventure with Lucky as she travels through Saratoga. Meet her new animal friends as they safely guide her through town in search of her mommy.
The BSBPA presents the 2018 Concerts in the Park summer concert series in Wiswall Park. This free concert series is a signature event in Ballston Spa and draws hundreds of visitors, as well as residents of the greater Ballston Spa community, to the village’s historic downtown.
The concerts are held on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm directly following the Thursday afternoon Farmers’ Market. This year’s concert season runs from June 28 through August 30 and we once again offer a diverse line-up of talent.
It’s a great family friendly event made possible by our sponsors each year. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village!
2018 Schedule:
August 16: The McKrells
August 23: The Bluebillies
August 30: Matthew Runciman
Join the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame for family-friendly, weekly drop-in programs on Thursday this summer. Each program will be hands-on and engaging; recommended for children ages 3 through 8 years old.
Time: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: National Museum of Racing (191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs)
Cost: Free with paid adult admission.
o August 2 – Trivia Game
o August 9 – Hall of Fame Bingo – make your own induction plaque
o August 16 – Anatomy, Them Bones – clothespin horse
o August 23 – I Won the Race, the Travers Stakes
o August 30 – Horseshoes, Horsehoe photo frame
...more details on each program below!
Thursday, August 2 — “Horse-Themed Trivia Game:” Join us to play some fun racing-themed games. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 9 — “Hall of Fame Bingo – Make Your Own Induction Plaque:” Learn about the 2018 Hall of Fame inductees by playing a round of bingo. View some plaques of famous horses, trainers and jockeys then design and take home your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 16 — “Anatomy, Them Bones:” Join us to learn about the anatomy of horses then build your own clothespin horse. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 23 — “I Won the Race: the Travers Stakes:” Prepare for Saratoga’s oldest race by viewing Travers Stakes trophies at the Museum then decorate a smaller model of your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 30 — “Make a Horseshoe Photo Frame:” Learn about the different types of shoes horses can wear then decorate your own horseshoe photo frame. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Join Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park for Pond Exploration on Thursday mornings for pond-side fun! No registration necessary - they provide the dip nets! Visit http://www.wiltonpreserve.org for more info.
Stop by the Clifton Common Stage for the free 2018 Performing Arts at the Common Series!
Featuring: The Zucchini Brothers on Wednesday, Aug 15th at 7:00 PM
Zany foot tapping music with “Words of Wisdom”. This band of brothers: Jack on Guitar, Steve on Keyboards, Sam on Drums (each his own character, all of whom sing) offers up a musical stir-fry of styles. You never know just what these three zany guys will do! Admission is free, the Clifton Common Stage is located at 7 Clifton Common Boulevard in Clifton Park.
Discover Saratoga Independent School, Pre-K through Grade 6.
Summer Tour Days at Saratoga Independent School are happening all summer (all tours begin at 10am):
For over 25 years, Saratoga Independent School has encouraged students to grow into confident learners, capable of critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork. In an environment rich in discovery and excitement, we teach the values of leadership, respect, and community, and equip students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in an increasingly complex world.
Saratoga Independent School offers:
The Regal Cinema in Clifton Park Center will host the Regal Summer Movie Express on Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:00am for 10 weeks this summer! Movie admission is just $1 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis.
Here’s a list of what’s playing each week (both movies play on both days):
All moves are rated G or PG. Both movies listed next to each pair of dates play on each of those days.
The Berkshire Bank Family Mondays at the Saratoga Race Course series will feature a wide variety of family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Monday of the meet from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Coca-Cola Saratoga Pavilion. All games and activities are free with the exception of one each week designated to support a local school or PTA.
Step back in time to learn what life was like 235 years ago. Visit with colonial artisans, musicians, teamsters; play colonial games; dip candles; watch a Punch & Judy show.
Visit with spinners, weavers, dressmakers, soapmaker, candle dipper, horn worker, sheep shearer, beekeeper, herbalist, brewers, surveyor, ropemaker, blacksmith, banker, broommaker, dyer, quilter, needlecrafters, buttermakers and more on the lovely grounds of the Schuyler House, home of General Philip Schuyler from about 1762-1804.
Enjoy period music and entertinment and light refreshments at this free event sponsored by the Old Saratoga Historical Association in cooperation with the National Park Service.
The Schuyler House is located at Route 4 S in Schuylerville.
“The Force is strong with this one…”
Continuing their Cinema Saturdays, head to SPAC for "Star Wars: A New Hope" In Concert with The Philadelphia Orchestra!
Set 30 years after Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: A New Hope, the fourth episode of the saga, returns to the desert planet of Tatooine. A young Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) begins to discover his destiny when, searching for a lost droid, he is saved by reclusive Jedi Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness). A civil war rages in the galaxy, and Rebel forces struggle against the evil Galactic Empire, Luke and Obi-Wan enlist the aid of hotshot pilot, Han Solo (Harrison Ford). Joined by the quirky droid duo R2-D2 and C-3PO, the unlikely team sets out to rescue Rebel leader Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) and make use of the stolen plans to destroy the Empire’s ultimate weapon.
In a legendary confrontation, the rogue group mounts an attack against the Death Star for a climactic battle with the evil Sith Lord Darth Vader. Click the button below for tickets:
The Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College presents a series of seven Family Saturday programs to accompany the work in our summer exhibitions Dona Nelson: Stand Alone Paintings and Give a damn.
Held on Saturdays from July 7 through August 18, the programs include a brief tour of one of the exhibitions followed by a hands-on art-making activity, with all materials provided.
The programs run from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, except on Frances Day on July 14, and are free and open to the public. Suitable for children ages 5 and up along with their adult companions. Reservations are required and may be made one week in advance of the program. For more information and reservations, please call the Tang’s Visitor Service Desk at 518-580-8080.
August 11 — Ocean Habitat Diorama
Artist Dona Nelson created artwork inspired by whales and octopus. After viewing her work, we will make dioramas of underwater habitats with boxes, bubble wrap, pipe cleaners, scrap paper, and your own creations of swimming creatures!
Hudson Crossing Park presents its 14th Annual Cardboard Boat Race on Saturday, August 11, 2018 (rain date Sunday, August 12, 2018) at Fort Hardy Park beach on Route 29 in Schuylerville from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This year’s theme is "Rock The Boat". The first race launches at 1 p.m. and the best photo opportunities are between noon and 2 p.m. Admission is free for spectators. On-site registration and cardboard boat construction is open from 8 to 11 a.m. Rules, registration forms and hints on getting started with boat building are available at the Hudson Crossing Park website.
Race participants will construct a “human-powered” boat made of corrugated cardboard or 100% recycled materials, that will hold at least one crew member and be “seaworthy” enough to race a short distance on the Hudson River. Racers may construct their boats ahead of time or on the morning of the event where materials will be available at the event site for a nominal fee.
During race preparations, there will be food, live music, and lots of creativity. Environmental education activities, canal trivia and terrific photo opportunities will round out a fun-filled day for all. Individuals, families, groups, businesses and school teams are all encouraged to race.
Hudson Crossing is an evolving bi-county educational park centered on and near the Champlain Canal Lock 5 Island of the Hudson River. The park offers river and canal access, a floating dock, trails, picnic sites, fishing access, points of geological and historical significance and the innovative play garden. Call Park Director Cindy Wian at 518-350-PARK (7275) or visit the Hudson Crossing Park website for more information.
Join Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs for a special story time with guest star readers: teachers from Katrina Trask Nursery School. These teachers will share some of their favorite stories for young children.
The BSBPA presents the 2018 Concerts in the Park summer concert series in Wiswall Park. This free concert series is a signature event in Ballston Spa and draws hundreds of visitors, as well as residents of the greater Ballston Spa community, to the village’s historic downtown.
The concerts are held on Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm directly following the Thursday afternoon Farmers’ Market. This year’s concert season runs from June 28 through August 30 and once again offers a diverse line-up of talent.
It’s a great family friendly event made possible by our sponsors each year. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village!
2018 Schedule:
August 9: Jim Gaudet & The Railroad Boys
August 16: The McKrells
August 23: The Bluebillies
August 30: Matthew Runciman
Join Northshire Bookstore for an extra-special kids' event and storytime with Jamie Heath on Thursday, August 9th at 10:30am.
Make-A-Wish Vermont has released a new, illustrated children’s book called Wishes are Medicine! How Make-A-Wish Gave me Hope and Helped me Heal, based on the true story of a Wish Kid from Barre, VT--Jamie Heath who survived two strokes and had to learn to walk and read again. She credits Make-A-Wish with restoring her self-confidence and assisting in her healing process. This book, illustrated by fellow Vermonter Leonard Kenyon tells the story of when Jamie meets her Wish Granters and, along with her pet turtle Bob, dreams up her wish to swim with sea turtles.
Jamie recently completed her Junior year at Spaulding High School where, in addition to being an honor roll student, she served on the Student Council and Student Outreach Committee. In her free time she volunteers for the Friends of Stowe Adaptive Sports program, an organization that has provided invaluable support to her in achieving her athletic goals. Jamie is a Wish Ambassador for Make-A-Wish Vermont. She regularly gives speeches at Make-A-Wish events and has appeared in public service announcements on both TV and radio for the organization. Jamie lives with her mother in Barre, Vermont. And she really, really loves turtles.
Northshire Bookstore is located at 424 Broadway in Saratoga Springs.
Join the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame for family-friendly, weekly drop-in programs on Thursday this summer. Each program will be hands-on and engaging; recommended for children ages 3 through 8 years old.
Time: Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: National Museum of Racing (191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs)
Cost: Free with paid adult admission.
o August 2 – Trivia Game
o August 9 – Hall of Fame Bingo – make your own induction plaque
o August 16 – Anatomy, Them Bones – clothespin horse
o August 23 – I Won the Race, the Travers Stakes
o August 30 – Horseshoes, Horsehoe photo frame
...more details on each program below!
Thursday, August 2 — “Horse-Themed Trivia Game:” Join us to play some fun racing-themed games. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 9 — “Hall of Fame Bingo – Make Your Own Induction Plaque:” Learn about the 2018 Hall of Fame inductees by playing a round of bingo. View some plaques of famous horses, trainers and jockeys then design and take home your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 16 — “Anatomy, Them Bones:” Join us to learn about the anatomy of horses then build your own clothespin horse. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 23 — “I Won the Race: the Travers Stakes:” Prepare for Saratoga’s oldest race by viewing Travers Stakes trophies at the Museum then decorate a smaller model of your own. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Thursday, August 30 — “Make a Horseshoe Photo Frame:” Learn about the different types of shoes horses can wear then decorate your own horseshoe photo frame. Recommended for children ages 3 through 8.
Discover Saratoga Independent School, Pre-K through Grade 6.
Summer Tour Days at Saratoga Independent School are happening all summer (all tours begin at 10am):
For over 25 years, Saratoga Independent School has encouraged students to grow into confident learners, capable of critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork. In an environment rich in discovery and excitement, we teach the values of leadership, respect, and community, and equip students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in an increasingly complex world.
Saratoga Independent School offers:
Join Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs for a special story time with guest star readers: teachers from Katrina Trask Nursery School. These teachers will share some of their favorite stories for young children.
