200 Years of Fashion in Saratoga Springs(10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Saratoga Springs History Museum Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Broadway
Our 2009 exhibit features nearly 40 items of clothing from our costume collection. This unique exhibit weaves the history of the clothing, the people who owned it, and Saratoga Springs together to tell a fascinating story of the growth of Saratoga Springs as a community.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 seniors and students, kids free
Cost: $385-$445 for the school year. Scholarships available.
Sat, Nov 7, 2009 - Sat, May 8, 2010
Best Bet
Ballston Spa Winter Indoor Farmers Market(9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Cornell Cooperative Extension Building Auditorium, 50 West High Street
The Ballston Spa Farmers Market is going indoors! Cornell Cooperative Extension has offered the use of their auditorium for an indoor market once a month from November through May. This year’s indoor markets will be November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 20, April 3 and May 8, weather permitting. All markets will be from 9 am until noon. There is plenty of parking and there will be complimentary coffee donated by Mango Tree while supply lasts.
The market will include many of your favorite vendors from the summer markets plus a few new ones. Shop for a wide variety of products: Winter Storage Vegetables, Garlic, Salad Dressings and Marinades, Gourmet Cheese Spreads, Garlic Spreads, Aged Cheeses, Spring Greens
Meat, Poultry, Eggs, Maple Syrup, Honey, Jams and Jellies Indoor Plants and Handmade Items including Holiday Wreaths and an amazing selection of delicious Baked Goods
In December there will be a drawing for a BSBPA tote bag filled with items donated by Farmers Market vendors and other BSBPA business members. For more information on the Farmers Market, including closings due to bad weather, please contact the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association at 885-2772. Customers can also now sign up to be Fans of the Ballston Spa Farmers Market on Facebook.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Snowshoeing In Saratoga Spa State Park
Saratoga Spa State Park
12 Miles of trails throughout the park! This is a great activity for the entire family to enjoy on a beautiful winter day. The Saratoga Springs Visitor Center offers a free park trail map. Snow shoe rentals vary depending on size and are available at the Park Office.
Cost: $5 half day, $10 full day per person
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Cross Country Skiing in Saratoga Spa State Park
Saratoga Spa State Park
Good terrain along the golf course and suitable for all levels of skiers! Free trail map available at the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center in the Spa State Park
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Ice Skating in Saratoga Spa State Park
Saratoga Spa State Park on the Victoria Mall
Outdoor skating takes place on the Victoria Mall, near the Victoria Pool. Ice hockey may be played on a rink near the warming hut. 584-2000.
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Saratoga Battlefield Winter Activities(9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Saratoga National Historic Park, 648 Route 32, Stillwater NY
Enjoy 7 miles of the Battlefield Trails to use for hiking, snowshoeing, sledding, cross-country skiing, ect. The Battlefield Tour Road and grounds are open to the public for everyday use during daylight hours. Trail maps are available at the Visitor Center. 664-9821.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Dec 11, 2009 - Sun, Feb 28, 2010
Tubing at West Mountain
Snow tubing at West Mountain - 6 tubing chutes to choose from! (4 700 ft. chutes, 2 1000 ft. chutes) No need for any special equipment or experience, just bring yourself and have a fun time! The Snow Tubing Park is on the left side of the mountain face and has two lifts running to the top of the chutes. Hours are: Friday 3-9, Saturday 10-8, Sunday 10-6, Monday 3-9.
The Saratoga City Tavern - 21 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs NY
Saratoga's best karoake night every Thursday night! With DJ DINGZ and New Age Entertainment...
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Feb 28, 2010
GREY' TEST HAPPY HOUR(3:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
The Grey Gelding, 423 Broadway, Saratoga Springs NY
2 FOR 1 WELL DRINKS, BEER, HOUSE WINE, $6 MARTINIS, $2 OFF ANYTHING PREMIUM, $6 SELECTED APPETIZERS
Sat, Jan 23 - Sun, Jun 6, 2010
Gallery Discovery Programs(1:00 PM)
Berkshire Museum - 39 South Street (Route 7), Pittsfield, MA 01201
Battle Ready Cart - Hosted by the Berkshire Museum every Saturday.
Cost: Free with Museum admission
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Mar 29, 2010
Every Monday - Albany Team Trivia at Quintessence(8:00 PM)
Quintessence, 11 New Scotland Ave., Albany
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 14, 2010
Valentines Day Fundraiser for UPH(4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Your Home!
We are featuring an exclusive in-home Valentines dinner to benefit Universal Preservation Hall The exquisite five course gourmet menu will be packaged and delivered to your home. Click for More details.
Test your smarts everything Thursday at one of the best 'Trivia Nights' in the area!
Cost: Free!
Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Mar 25, 2010
Every Thursday: Team Trivia!(7:30 PM)
The Elbo Room, 170 Delaware Ave., Albany NY
Team Trivia with General James every Thursday - Drink Specials!
Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Dec 26, 2010
Schenectady GreenMarket - Every Sunday(10:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Every Sunday you can experience fresh produce, meat, breads and so much more from the area's local vendors. Plus there will be performances, cooking demonstrations, and fun activities for the whole family!
Cost: Summer: Schenectady City Hall; Winter: Robb Alley inside Proctors
Mon, Feb 1 - 24, 2010
Winter Wii Olympics(3:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
The Irish Times, 14 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs NY
Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for the month of February play Winter Wii Games to win Prizes!
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Snowshoeing In Saratoga Spa State Park
Saratoga Spa State Park
12 Miles of trails throughout the park! A great activity for the entire family to enjoy on a beautiful winter day. The Saratoga Springs Visitor Center offers a free park trail map, snow shoe rentals (depending on size) and are available at the Park Office.
Cost: $5 half day, $10 full day
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Cross Country Skiing in Saratoga Spa State Park
Saratoga Spa State Park
All levels of skiers welcome! Good terrain on the golf course. A great activity on a beautiful winter day. Free trail map available at the Saratoga Springs Visitor Center in the Spa State Park
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Ice Skating in Saratoga Spa State Park
Saratoga Spa State Park on the Victoria Mall
Outdoor skating takes place on the Victoria Mall, near the Victoria Pool. Ice hockey may be played on a rink near the warming hut.
Wed, Feb 3, 2010 - Fri, Feb 4, 2011
Just a Latin Affair with Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and ChaCha(9:00 PM - 2:00 AM)
The Dirty Martini Lounge - 1 stueben Place Albany NY
JUST A LATIN AFFAIR w/Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, & ChaCha @"THE DIRTY MARTINI LOUNGE" Click for More details
Cost: $7
Thu, Feb 4 - 25, 2010
The Crystal Spa Trunk Show Featuring Local Artists(5:30 PM - 7:30 PM)
The Crystal Spa, 120 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs NY
Every Thurs. in Feb. - the 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th - Come to the Crystal Spa for an artist showcase.
Mon, Feb 8 - 12, 2010
Best Bet
Wheatfields Happy Hour(4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
440 Broadway, Saratoga Springs NY
All Drinks 1/2 Price from 4pm-7pm Monday through Friday!
The Irish Times, 14 Phila St., Saratoga Springs NY
Come on in for a good time at a great price.
Tue, Feb 9, 2010
Sweet Surprises Luncheon(12:00 PM - 1:30 PM)
Longfellows Restaurant
All women are invited to attend a luncheon Tuesday, February 9, 2010 from 12:00-1:30 PM at Longfellows Restaurant, Rt. 9P, Saratoga. Cost is $13.00 inclusive. You will be the judge in our Sweet Surprises Cookie Challenge! Indulge yourself in sampling cookies, hearing the cookies' histories and choosing the cookie winner! Our speaker, Carol Sleezer, a Gloversville native, will explain how love saved her. For reservations, please call Ellie at 584-3779 or Anita at 583-4043 by February 4th. Presented by Saratoga Christian Women's Club.
Cost: $13.00
Tue, Feb 9, 2010
Schenectady Museum Volunteer Open House(1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium: 15 Nott Terrace Heights Schenectady, NY
Interested in giving back to your community? Get started by attending our Volunteer Open House.
Cost: No Charge
Tue, Feb 9, 2010
Tails of Treasure Jewelry Event to Benefit Local Shelter Animals(4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
This popular Valentines event is back again! Just in time for Valentines day, join us at this new elegant location for the second annual "Tails of Treasure" Jewelry Event to benefit the animals at the Animal Protective Foundation in Scotia. Many animal-loving supporters are donating jewelry - from costume to fine - and it will all be available at great prices. Enjoy complimentary chocolates, champagne and relaxing music while shopping for the perfect gift for your sweetheart ? or for you! No reservations necessary, bring a friend.
Good Times Restaurant, 175 Lake Road, Ballston Lake
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Thu, Feb 11, 2010
Archie Fisher(8:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
Old Songs, 37 S Main St, Voorheesville
Veteran Scottish troubadour in a rare American appearance. Traditional and superb original songs.
Explore the Moon, planets, and stars with a live Planetarium show and hands-on astronomy activities. To complete Boy Scout badge requirements, attend the workshop and complete the downloaded Astronomy work packet. When finished, schedule a time to review it with a Merit Badge Counselor. Call 382-7890 x 224 to register today!
The Ballston Spa House and Garden Club presents the program "Seeds for Peace" at the Brookside Museum, Thursday, February 11 at 2 pm. Sue Johnson, the owner of Saratoga Garden Designs, will speak about the project she started in 1998. She collected seeds & small tools to send to improvised countries. In 2008, "Seeds for Peace" provided seeds for eight "peace gardens". They sent 173 lbs. of seeds to Bosnia to grow food for families and to help Bosnians, Serbs & Croats work together. They send seeds to Uganda, Tanzania, Guatemala, & South Africa. They also sent seeds to Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina. Today she buys seeds in bulk with the support of donations. The program is free. Donations for "Seeds for Peace" appreciated.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Feb 12, 2010
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The Valentines Soul Jam(8:00 PM)
The Palace Theatre
When you think of Valentines Day few things are more fitting than the smooth sounds of 70s Soul. Featuring: The Stylistics, The Emotions, Harold Melvins Blue Notes & Blue Magic.
Entertainment from Tula, Russia, Food, Crafts, Performing Arts and more!
Cost: Adult: $7, Children (5-12): $3, Children under 5: Free
Sat, Feb 13, 2010
Chicken Parmesan Dinner(5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
St. Pauls Church, Sylvester Street, Kinderhook, NY
Chicken Parmesan Ziti with Sauce Tomato Orzo Soup Tossed Salad Italian Bread Ice Cream Beverage RESERVATIONS PREFERRED 488-0080 477-7138
Cost: $10 Adults $5 Children 5-12
Sat, Feb 13, 2010
A Night With Elvis and Spaghetti Dinner(3:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
First Baptist Church of Saratoga 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs
Join us for a day of food, fun and music; music and entertainment features Joe Ramsey and Drew Polsun, accomplished Elvis impersonators. Click for More Details
Cost: Dinner and show- $25, show only- $15, and Matinee Show with Dinner $20.00
Sat, Feb 13, 2010
Best Bet
Vapor Live: The Refrigerators(9:00 PM)
Vapor Night Club - Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, Crescent Ave., Saratoga Springs NY
Refrigerators perform LIVE at Vapor! Doors open at 8pm. Must be 21&up.
Lennon & McCartney Tribute Show with Adam Joel & Tom Raider(4:00 PM)
Dee Dee's Tavern, 647 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham NY
Cost: $10
Sun, Feb 14, 2010
Dale Miller Restaurant - Featuring a Valentine's Discovery Menu
Dale Miller, 30 S. Pearl St., Albany, NY
Master Chef, Dale Miller’s, Valentines Discovery Menu
Sun, Feb 14, 2010
Come out of the Cold and Warm Your Heart(11:30 AM - 1:30 PM)
Holy Trinity Parish Center, 1 St. Maries Lane, Cohoes
All are invited to come and share our warmth and
a light lunch. Join us as we celebrate who we are as a RC parish community and the difference we make. There will be a childrens activity also,
for the young.
Cost: No fee - All are Welcome
Mon, Feb 15 - 19, 2010
Movie Camp with Curtis Asch(9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Berkshire Museum - 39 South Street (Route 7), Pittsfield, MA 01201
In this week long camp, kids put on their own show and have in put on DVD at the end!
Mon, Feb 15 - 20, 2010
Berkshire Theatre Festival Presents: Hansel and Gretel(11:00 AM)
Berkshire Museum -
Hansel and Gretel will be presented by BTF PLAYS. Audiences will be treated to a celebration of storytelling in this interpretation of the children's classic Hansel and Gretel.
Cost: $15 adults ($7 members) and $8 children ages 3-18 ($5 members). Includes Museum admission
Mon, Feb 15 - 19, 2010
Wheatfields Happy Hour(4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
440 Broadway, Saratoga Springs NY
All Drinks 1/2 Price from 4pm-7pm Monday through Friday!
The Irish Times, 14 Phila St., Saratoga Springs NY
Come on in for a good time at a great price.
Mon, Feb 15, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
The February meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held at on Monday, February 15 at Elliott Property Services at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, Feb 16, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Eagle Matt Lee Fire Company, Washington Street
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5.00 w/ advance reservation, $10.00 w/o reservation Contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Tue, Feb 16, 2010
New Orleans Night(6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
Best Western Inn and Hotel
A joint Mardi Gras style event sponsored by the Best Western Hotel and Skip Parsons with his well known Riverboat Jazz Band. The evening will feature New Orleans jazz, cuisine, beads, decor, dancing, hurricane cocktails (from our cash bar) and more. This event is also available to tours, groups, Getaways, retirement communities, jazz fans, plus. Join us for the Bourbon Street Parade....! Call (518) 618-1125 for reservations, overnight rates and additional information.
Northeasts largest gathering of outdoorsman, with Booths and exhibitors featuring items for sale geared towards the tastes of Hunters, Fisherman, Boaters and Outdoors Enthusiasts, including items pertaining to hunting & fishing gear and supplies, guns, archery, trapping, boating, camping, hiking, snow shoeing, guides & charter services, taxidermy, snowmobiling, collectable knives, antique hunting & fishing gear, wildlife art & books and Adirondack Furniture. In addition, many featured guests, authors and industry experts are scheduled to be on hand throughout the weekend giving seminars and discussing Outdoor & Hunting subjects with attendees. A special guest appearance will be made by Fly Fishing & Fly Tying writer Morgan Lyle. Lyle regularly contributes stories on both subjects to Flyer Tyer Magazine, New York Outdoor News and The Schenectady Daily Gazette. Joining Lyle, will be fellow outdoor writer Dan Ladd, who is the author of Deer Hunting in the Adirondacks. Ladd also hosts the popular adkhunter website; while contributing articles on the outdoors and hunting to The Chronicle Newspaper (Glens Falls), Outdoors Magazine (Vermont) and a bi-weekly Adirondack Hunting and Fishing Report for the Press Republican (Plattsburgh). A special exhibit featuring the Matt Towne Double-Horned Buck that was shot in 2008 in Fulton County will also be on hand. $1,000s worth of Door prizes of gear and equipment will be given away throughout the event.
Celebrate the winter weather at the 15th Annual Ballston Spa Winter Fun Festival! Activities to include:
The famous Bath Street Sledding Hill, open from 11 am to 5 pm.
Washtub Ice Fishing(ages 7 & younger) 11 am-12 pm, Corner of Front & Bath St.
Ice Skating at Eastern Avenue Field, 5-9 pm, weather permitting
Indoor activities at Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Road, beginning at 6 pm:
Music & Dancing 6-10 pm
Children’s Crafts 6-8 pm
Indoor Snowball Rumble 8 pm
Free Food while supplies last
For more information or to volunteer, contact the village office at 885-5711
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Feb 20, 2010
Best Bet
Vapor Live: Soul Session!(9:00 PM)
Vapor Night Club - Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, Crescent Ave., Saratoga Springs NY
Soul Session Performs LIVE at Vapor! Doors open at 8pm. Must be 21&over.
An Evening with the Radiant Parnas Sisters(7:30 PM - 9:30 PM)
Canfield Casino, Saratoga
Schoenberg: "Transfigured Night"
Vivaldi: Double Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Orchestra
The Parnas Duo, Violin, Cello
Saint-Sa?ns: "Muse and Poet" for Violin, Cello and Orchestra
The Parnas Duo, Violin, Cello
Beethoven: Symphony No. 8
The Albany Symphony is delighted to feature the Parnas Sisters, two of our regions most exciting emerging artists, as soloists on this concert. Violinist Madalyn and cellist Cicely are both currently students at the College of Saint Rose in Albany. They live in Stephentown, N.Y. on the New York side of the Berkshire mountains. They are the granddaughters of the legendary cellist, Leslie Parnas. These radiant young ladies will perform two works with the orchestra on this concert, a little-known masterpiece by Saint Saens, "Muse and Poet," and a lovely duo-concerto by Vivaldi. Also on the program, Beethovens witty and whimsical Symphony No. 8 and Schoenbergs early, extremely romantic masterpiece for strings, "Transfigured Night" ("Verklarte Nacht"
The Knickerbocker Film Festival was concieved in the Spring of 2009 to bring a quality film festival to the Pine Hills neighborhood of Albany, New York.
"Finally we will have a film festival uptown," is what Antwuan Sims, co-founder of BASKnickerbocker Inc., along with many others are clamoring over. For years, film festivals in Albany have typically been around the Lark Street or Delaware Avenue areas - this year, change is in the air.
The festival will be a week-long event, starting with the Festival Open Reception on Wednesday, February 24th, with the festival screenings at the Madison Theater from February 25th to the 27th, with a Closing Gala event on Sunday, February 28th (Locations and Times TBA).
Admission will be $5.00 for single seats, $20.00 for family four packs, with a portion of the proceeds going toward the Aurora Foundation of Northeast, a Lark Street-based foundation that promotes environmental awareness, civil rights, and educational opportunities.
Festival selection criteria is that films can be up to 20 minutes in length and produced between 2007 and 2009. There will be six award categories, reviewed by the committee of jurors, for Best Drama, Best Comedy, Best Actor, Best Actress, People?s Choice (voted upon by festival attendees), and Web Choice.
The festivals organization is operated and powered by BASKnickerbocker Inc., an Albany, NY-based diversified media and information company.
Cost: $5.00
Thu, Feb 25, 2010
Best Bet
Country Cabin Fever:: Line Dancing & Karaoke(7:00 PM)
Vapor Night Club - Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, Crescent Ave., Saratoga Springs NY
Vapor hosts Country Cabin Fever with Line Dancing and Country Idol!
Proceeds benefit the Saratoga Rotary Club. Show hours are: Friday 5-9; Saturday 9-7; Sunday 10-4.
Cost: Adults $6.00, Ages 5-12 $1.00, Under 5 Free
Sat, Feb 27, 2010
Sarah McQuaid(8:00 PM)
Old Songs, 37 S Main St, Voorheesville
Born in Madrid, Spain, raised in Chicago and holding dual Irish and American citizenship, singer/guitarist and songwriter Sarah McQuaid lived in Ireland from 1994 to 2007. Her music reflects the diversity of her travels and includes both traditional and original songs.
What better way to fight the winter blues? The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association will be hosting a Winter Luau fundraising dinner on Saturday, February 27 at Manna’s Restaurant, 17 Low Street in Ballston Spa. Enjoy cocktails starting at 6 pm with a full dinner buffet, including a Hawaiian pig roast, at 7 pm. There will be a silent auction from 6-9 pm featuring specially donated items and services from many local businesses, a limbo contest, music and dancing, including a Hawaiian dance demo. Tickets are $30 per person. Proceeds from the event, as with all BSBPA fundraisers, go right back into community to support free events like our concerts and films as well as village beautification throughout the year. Tickets are available in advance online by clicking on More Info below, or from any BSBPA board member or call 885-2772. Tickets will also be available at the door. Hawaiian attire is encouraged (come on, where else are you going to wear that shirt?) but not required.
Silent auction donations are still being accepted—please contact Sam Capuano, wsamcap@gmail.com, 281-1072 or Heather Leyh, heather@heatherbeads.com.
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. The luminaries that have been crafted over the last two First Fridays will light up the village along Art Alley (Washington Street), Front Street and Milton Avenue. Judging will take place and prizes, including Ballston Spa Gift Certificates, will be awarded in several categories.
Fun in the Sun: Another Day in Paradise Cocktail Party(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Saratoga Springs YMCA
Caribbean vibes await you at the Saratoga Springs Branch with background music by Lyl Harper and tropical hors d'oeuvres from Longfellows. Check out the silent auction and sample the delicious fare while you enjoy complimentary wine and beer or drinks from the cash bar.
Cost: $75 per person/$140 per couple
Sat, Mar 6, 2010
Richie Havens(7:30 PM)
Proctors, 432 State Street, Schenectady 12305
"Visually stunning, utterly transcendental." -The Guardian
Gifted with one of the most recognizable voices in popular music, folk legend Richie Havens has a soulful singing style that remains as unique and ageless as when he first emerged from the Greenwich Village folk scene in the early 1960s.
It's a voice that has inspired and electrified audiences from his legendary opening at Woodstock 1969, to the 1993 Clinton Inauguration and recently, to Pete Seeger's 90th Birthday Concert at Madison Square Garden, where he joined the high company of folk/pop/rock icons Bruce Springsteen, Ani DiFranco, Billy Bragg, Arlo Guthrie, Eddie Vedder, Emmylou Harris and many more to celebrate his longtime friend's milestone.
"Compose Yourself" with Cowboy Dave(3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Palace Theatre, 19 Clifton Ave, Albany 12207
Brought to you by Hartgen Archeological
Do you want to become a great composer? Join Cowboy Dave, Composer Wannabe Elmus Parsley and the amazing Albany Symphony for a wild and wacky crash course in writing music. You and Cowboy Dave must teach Elmus all the elements of music, including Melody, Harmony, Rhythm, and Orchestration before he inflicts the "worst music of all time" on the world. Classics by Copland, Bernstein, Gershwin and others.
The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association hosts its Annual Meeting and Community Mixer on Tuesday, march 9th at Manna's Restaurant. 6-7 pm social hour, 7 pm meeting with election of board members. Please join us.
Cost: $10 per person
Thu, Mar 11, 2010
Elton John & Billy Joel(7:30 PM)
Times Union Center, Albany NY
Elton John & Billy Joel - Face 2 Face
Cost: $53.50 - $179.00
Fri, Mar 12, 2010
Carrie Underwood(7:30 PM)
Times Union Center, Albany NY
Carrie Underwood "Play On Tour"
Cost: $35 - $55
Fri, Mar 12, 2010
Parents Night Out: Pizza and Painting(4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
The Childrens Museum at Saratoga
Have errands to run? An evening meeting? Or do you just need a night out? Let us help! Parents, enjoy your evening and leave your
kids with us! We?ll make our own pizzas, do some painting, and of course have free play-time in the museum as well. Parents, make
your night out a night out for your kids too! Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.
Cost: $15 per child, $12 for members, $5 for each additional sibling
Fri, Mar 12, 2010
Band of the Irish Guards / Royal Regiment of Scotland(8:00 PM)
Proctors Theatre, Schenectady NY
The Band and the Irish Guards were formed in 1900 on the expressed wish of HM Queen Victoria to commemorate the bravery of the Irish Regiments. The bands of the British Army traditionally provide musical support to troops on active service. The Band has toured extensively and, in 2010, will make its debut tour of the United States.
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5.00 w/ advance reservation, $10.00 w/o reservation Contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Sat, Mar 20, 2010
2010 Northeast Family Chocolate Festival(10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Washington Avenue Armory
The Addictions Care Foundation is proud to present the 6th Annual Northeast Family Chocolate Festival on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the Washington Avenue Armory & Sports Arena. Last year, more than 3,500 people attended the event and this year we anticipate even larger crowds as we increase offerings geared toward providing families tremendous value and great entertainment. The 2010 Festival will feature a variety of vendors with an abundance of chocolate, children?s activities and crafts. We will also have special guest performances throughout the day. Call 465-5829 for more information!
LIBANA is a global music ensemble that illuminates the creativity, vision, and spirit of the worlds women through the performance of traditional and contemporary music and dance.
An Evening with John Harbison and Friends(8:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, 32 Second St, Troy 12180
Copland: "Music for the Theater"
John Harbison: Symphony No. 4 "Tragic"
Timothy Andres: Concertino for violin/viola and Orchestra (world premiere)
Owen Dalby, Violin/Viola
Haydn: Symphony 82, "The Bear"
John Harbison is one of America's leading composers. Not only has his music been played frequently by all of Americas leading orchestras (especially the Boston Symphony), but he has had a long, extremely productive with the Albany Symphony and Music Director David Alan Miller. The orchestra has performed many of his major works and has made two CDs of his music on the Albany Records label. Thus, it is fitting that he serve as the orchestras first Mellon-funded "Composer-Mentor." In that role, he will be featured on two of the orchestras subscription concerts and the orchestra will produce a CD of two of his major works. In addition, he will act as curator of this concert. The program features a major, little-known symphony by Harbison, No. 4 "Tragic." This work was written during a very difficult time in Harbisons life, when one of his closest relatives was facing a life-threatening medical diagnosis. Harbison eloquently expressed his pain and awareness of the fragility of life in the slow movement of this symphony. In addition to the symphony, Harbison has invited a young composer who worked with him at Tanglewood, Timothy Andres, to contribute a new "debut composer" work to the program. Timo is creating a Concertino for a brilliant young violinist and violist, Owen Dalby, which will feature Dalby playing both violin and viola (a double concerto for one player, if you will). Also on the program, two exquisite works by major composers closest to Harbisons heart, Coplands sizzling, jazzy early work, "Music for the Theater," and a glorious symphony Haydn wrote for his Paris audience, Symphony No. 82, "The Bear."
Albany Law School V-Day 2010. V-Day is an organized response against violence toward women. Help raise money and consciousness of an anti-violence movement against women.
Fri, Mar 26, 2010
STEM EXPO(8:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
Ballston Spa High School
Ballston Spa School District will host the area's first regional Regional STEM EXPO for Educators, focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (or STEM) and the corresponding workforce needs of Tech Valley is being organized by several area school districts and related organizations. The daylong program will encourage the sharing of best practices in schools to promote high quality professional development in K-12 STEM teaching and learning practices. The conference is being hosted at the Ballston Spa High School on March 26, 2010, from 8:00 am – 3:30 pm, and is free for participants. An exhibit area will provide information and products from over 30 regional and national corporate, governmental, business organizations and educational partners.
The morning schedule starts with a roundtable discussion moderated by F. Michael Tucker, President of the Center for Economic Growth. Panelists include leaders from IBM, NYS Department of Labor, SuperPower, Inc., Hudson Valley Community College and GLOBALFOUNDRIES. The afternoon will begin with the keynote address being offered by Dr. Alain Kaloyeros, Chief Executive Officer at The College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, University at Albany. The day includes over 60 workshops offered in three sessions highlighting the work of more than 20 school districts and businesses.
In partnership with business and industry, government and higher education, this professional development opportunity will provide area educators the opportunity to examine the importance of current STEM teaching practices, learning what works successfully in the classroom and examine workforce needs in the heart of Tech Valley. Steering committee members include representatives from the Ballston Spa, Shenendehowa, Niskayuna Central School Districts and the Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES. Specific information and registration is available at www.bscsd.org or by contacting Ballston Spa’s Community Relations Office at 884-7195 ext. 1329.
Albany Law School V-Day 2010. V-Day is an organized response against violence toward women. Help raise money and consciousness of an anti-violence movement against women.
Sat, Mar 27, 2010
Sixties Spectacular(7:30 PM)
Proctors Theatre
Starring Peter Noone/Herman's Hermits!
Cost: $49.75, $42.75 & $34.75
Sun, Mar 28, 2010
Daughtry @ Times Union Center
Albany, NY
Special guests include Lifehouse and Cavo. Don't miss out on this show. Get your tickets early before its too late!!!!
Following the success of its nationally televised New Years Eve performance in Times Square, Daughtry reveals plans for the second leg of its U.S. arena tour, which is scheduled to begin March 18 in Baltimore, Maryland and will continue into the summer. For the upcoming shows, singer Chris Daughtry, bassist Josh Paul, drummer Joey Barnes, and guitarists Brian Craddock and Josh Steely will be joined by special guest Lifehouse and opening band Cavo.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Village of Ballston Spa and the Town of Milton. Fun and games for children up to 5th grade--games, prizes, raffles, food and, of course, lots of candy filled eggs for the children to find. Event takes place rain or shine.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Mon, Mar 29, 2010
Ballston Spa Educational Foundation "Taste of Ballston Spa"(6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Hyatt Place Hotel, 20 State Farm Place, Ballston Spa
Cost: $30 per person, $55 per couple
Tue, Mar 30, 2010
CPR Made Simple(7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
33 Everett Road, Albany, New York
A 2-Hour introduction for individuals to Adult CPR/AED skills. Sponsored by the American Red Cross of Northeastern New York
Cost: $15 Fee
Fri, Apr 2, 2010
Best Bet
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Apr 3, 2010
Fresh Floral Easter Centerpiece(1:00 PM)
Experience and Creative Design, 510 Union Street, Schenectady
During this hand-on course make fresh floral Easter centerpieces to take home.
2nd Annual 2010 Rock the Runway for Health(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Dale Miller, 30 S. Pearl Street, Albany
Whitney M. Young, Jr. Foundation 2nd Annual 2010 Rock the Runway for Health Fundraiser raising money for Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Services program and services.
Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, he is treasured by audiences worldwide who respond not only to his remarkable artistry, but also to his irrepressible joy of making music.
Cost: $70, $60, $50, $20
Sat, Apr 10, 2010
Le Vent du Nord(8:00 PM)
Old Songs, 37 S Main St, Voorheesville
The vibrant and joyous traditional music of Quebec. The four members of Le Vend du Nord know how to deliver music that will move any crowd ? to their feet and in their hearts!
A stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, SOUTH PACIFIC swept the 2008 Tony Awards, winning seven honors including Best Musical Revival and Best Director for Bartlett Sher. Set on a tropical island during World War II, the musical tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and by their own prejudices.
Wed, Apr 14, 2010
Mid-Week Mixer(5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at door
Wed, Apr 14, 2010
Accessorizing Your Home with Texture and Color(6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Experience and Creative Design, 510 Union Street, Schenectady
Learn various ways to incorporate texture and color in your home through paint, accessories, fabric, etc...
The April meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, April 19 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, Apr 20, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Ballston Spa School Dist.-Wood Road Elementary School Complex
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5.00 w/ advance reservation, $10.00 w/o reservation Contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
CPR Made Simple(7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
33 Everett Road, Albany, New York
A 2-Hour introduction for individuals to Adult CPR/AED skills. Sponsored by the American Red Cross of Northeastern New York
Through the empowering sounds of the taiko, a Japanese drum, San Jose Taiko brings to life the essence of Japan and its people. The music of San Jose Taiko infuses traditional Japanese sounds with the beat of world rhythms, including African, Balinese, Latin, American rock and jazz!
Cost: $25, $15
Sun, May 2, 2010
The Spencers Theatre of Illusion(3:00 PM)
The Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave, Albany NY
Come to the Palace to see one of the largest touring illusion shows on the road today! Get your tickets here!
Tom Chapin presents ''this Pretty Planet and Mother Earth''(7:00 PM)
Proctors, 432 State Street, Schenectady 12305
Cost: $9
Fri, May 7, 2010
Engelbert Humperdinck(8:00 PM)
Proctors Theatre, Schenectady NY
Engelbert Humperdinck is the sensational British singing star so loved for his Engelbert Humperdinck TV series. Dubbed music's King Of Romance, he has sold over 150 million records worldwide, including 64 gold and 24 platinum albums since he first entered the American pop charts with his smash hit Release Me (And Let Me Love Again) followed by the hit single After the Lovin'. Engelbert is one of the world's premiere live performers.
Cost: $48, $43, $38, $20
Fri, May 7, 2010
Best Bet
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, May 8, 2010
Mother's Day Fresh Floral Arrangement(1:00 PM)
Experience and Creative Design, 510 Union Street, Schenectady
During this hand-on course make fresh floral centerpieces to take home for Mother's Day.
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $20 per person at the door
Thu, May 13, 2010
CPR Made Simple(7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
33 Everett Road, Albany, New York
A 2-Hour introduction for individuals to Adult CPR/AED skills. Sponsored by the American Red Cross of Northeastern New York
Cost: $15 Fee
Fri, May 14, 2010
Starry, Starry Night Under the Parisian Sky(6:00 PM - 8:30 PM)
Schenectady Museum and Suits-Bueche Planetarium
Annual fundraiser to benefit the Schenectady Museum and Suits-Bueche Planetarium's science and technology educational programs and exhibits.
Mon, May 17, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The May meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, May 17 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, May 18, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Pizza Works, 54 Milton Avenue
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Tue, May 18, 2010
Carol Burn(8:00 PM)
Proctors Theatre
LAUGHTER AND REFLECTION WITH CAROL BURNETT:
A Conversation with Carol where the Audience Asks the Questions
Cost: $90, $75, $60 & $20
Sat, May 22, 2010
National Bottle Museum Antique Bottle Show(9:30 AM - 3:00 PM)
Ballston Spa High School, 220 Ballston Avenue
The National Bottle Museum is once again sponsoring the Antique Bottle Show and Sale on May 22nd at Ballston Spa High School from 9:30 am to 3 pm. Dealers & auctioneers from across the US will be selling antique bottles, crocks, and vintage advertising items. Admission: $3.00.
Mon, May 24, 2010
Harry Apkarian Memorial Golf Classic Presented by the Schenectady County Chamber Foundation(11:00 AM)
Mohawk Golf Club, 1849 Union Street, Schenectady
Local Golf tournament sponsored by TransTech Systems and Solid Surface Craftsman to benefit the Schenectady County Chamber Foundation.
Village of Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade(9:00 AM)
Milton Avenue to Front to Low Street
Fri, Jun 4, 2010
Best Bet
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. Free outdoor family movie in Wiswall Park at dark.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Wed, Jun 9, 2010
Mid-Week Mixer(5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Thu, Jun 10 - Sat, Sep 25, 2010
Ballston Spa Farmers Market
Wiswall Park, downtown Ballston Spa
The Ballston Spa Summer Farmers Market returns to the great outdoors for its eighth season in Wiswall Park with a wide variety of produce, plants, baked goods, specialty foods and hand crafted items. Support local farms and small businesses by buying local. Market hours are Thursdays, 3-6 pm and Saturdays, 9 am- 12 pm. For more information, contact market manager Cyndi Pastore at morningviewfarms@hotmail.com or the BSBPA at info@ballston.org, 885-2772.
Sat, Jun 12 - 13, 2010
Ballston Spa Garage Sale Weekend
Neighborhoods in the Ballston Spa area
The famous annual Ballston Spa Garage Sale Weekend takes place June 12-13. Residents in the Ballston Spa area are encouraged to hold their garage sales on this weekend to take advantage of the large number of visitors. Community and church groups will also hold sales and events. A reminder to those who want to have their garage sale event location included with the compiled listing to be printed in the Ballston Journal—call or e mail Ellen at 885-2772 or info@ballston.org no later than Thursday, June 3. You do not need to be a BSBPA member to be listed. People will be out there looking for sales—let them know where you are! Community groups are encouraged! Please—location and days/hours only will be listed.
Tue, Jun 15, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 PM)
Russell’s Deli, 303 Milton Avenue
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Mon, Jun 21, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The June meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, June 21 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Wed, Jun 23, 2010
CPR Made Simple(7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
33 Everett Road, Albany, New York
A 2-Hour introduction for individuals to Adult CPR/AED skills. Sponsored by the American Red Cross of Northeastern New York
Cost: $15 Fee
Thu, Jun 24 - Thu, Aug 26, 2010
Best Bet
Concerts in the Park Series(6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Wiswall Park, downtown Ballston Spa
The 2010 Summer Concerts in the Park series is scheduled to start June 24 and run through August 26. Concerts are from 6-8 pm each Thursday evening in Wiswall Park, immediately following the Farmers Market, and are free. Check back for a list of this year's performers.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sun, Jun 27, 2010
Best Bet
Family Fun Day(3:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa
Fun for the entire family with games, food, music, contests and prizes, topped off with a spectacular fireworks display. Sponsored by the Village of Ballston Spa, Town of Milton, Town of Ballston. For more information, contact the Village of Ballston Spa office at 885-5711.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Jul 2, 2010
Best Bet
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. Free outdoor family movie in Wiswall Park at dusk.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sat, Jul 10 - 11, 2010
42nd Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival(10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
The streets of the Corn Hill Neighborhood
The 42nd annual Corn Hill Arts Festival is consistently ranked as one of the top art shows in the United States featuring activities for children, a wide variety of music and entertainment, local and national sponsors, and over 40 food vendors. This two-day event offers a unique selection of original handcrafted arts and crafts from over 400-juried artists from around the country and Canada. This family-oriented festival offers hours of fun and excitement for everyone; including The Children?s Activity Area which offers a variety of exciting entertainment, hands-on-activities, face painting, arts and crafts for kids, and more! This festival also provides four stages featuring free music and other entertainment, including: bluegrass, jazz, reggae, rock, classical music, classic rock, local church gospel and much more!
Visit our website for additional information!
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Fri, Jul 16, 2010
Schenectady Summer Night
State St. and Jay St.; Schenectady
This Downtown festival has three stages and a plethora of entertainment options, refreshments, vendors, crafts and of course, fireworks! Mark this on your calendars because this is one event you don't want to miss!
Mon, Jul 19, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The July meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, July 19 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, Jul 20, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Fri, Aug 6, 2010
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. Film Festival takes place in Wiswall Park and at Malta Avenue school.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Aug 6 - 7, 2010
Best Bet
3rd Annual Ballston Spa Film Festival
On August 6 and 7, 2010, the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA) will present the Third Annual Ballston Spa Film Festival in Wiswall Park and Malta Avenue School Auditorium. The Festival will showcase short films from around the world and the US as well those by local student filmmakers. Hollywood film professionals will judge the entrants to determine 12 award winners in the several categories including two exclusively for young filmmakers. The festival is currently accepting film submissions and has several sponsorship opportunities available. Click on the link below for more information or contact Daniel DeFabio 518-309-4970 or daniel@bspafilm.com or the BSBPA at info@ballston.org, 518 885-2772.
The Annual Rolling Roadsters race will take place on Saturday, August 7th, starting at 8 am. Homemade gravity racers are pitted against each other as they race down the Bath Street hill. There are divisions for ages 7 through adult. Trophies will be awarded! Applications will be available at the Ballston Spa village office at 66 Front Street. For more information, or to volunteer to help as a race official, please call 885-3650.
Wed, Aug 11, 2010
Mid-Week Mixer(5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Sat, Aug 14, 2010
Best Bet
Swimming Under the Stars(8:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
Village Pool, Ralph Street
Enjoy a fun-filled family event as the village of Ballston Spa invites you to ‘Swim under the Stars’, Saturday, August 14 from 8 pm to midnight at the village pool on Ralph Street. Along with swimming, there will be music and karaoke, a barbecue with free food and a marshmallow roast. For more information, call the Ballston Spa village office at 885-5711.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Mon, Aug 16, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The August meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, August 16 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, Aug 17, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
TBA
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5.00 w/ advance reservation, $10.00 w/o reservation Contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. Free outdoor family movie in Wiswall Park at dusk.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Wed, Sep 8, 2010
Mid-Week Mixer(5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Mon, Sep 20, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The September meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, September 20 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, Sep 21, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Sat, Sep 25 - 27, 2010
CHICOS..$10 OFF EVERY FULL PRICE PANT IN THE STORE!!!!!(10:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
329 BROADWAY SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866
Cost: $10 OFF ALL FULL PRICE PANTS!!!!!!!
Sun, Sep 26, 2010
"Dudley Night" at Union College Observatory(8:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Union College Observatory, 107 Nott Terrace #207, Schenectady 12308
Dudley Observatory is hosting a series of open houses to showcase the observatories and planetariums in the Capital Region. The first will be held at Union College Observatory and will feature viewing with the 20"Ritchey-Chretien telescope on the roof of the Olin Center. Targets will include the famous Ring Nebula and the Dumbbell Nebula in the summer Milky Way. If clouded out, we will provide a tour of the Observatory and tell you about improvements currently under way.
Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. Free outdoor family movie in Wiswall Park at dusk.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sun, Oct 10, 2010
Best Bet
The Way We Were Car Show(10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Front Street, downtown Ballston Spa
The 8th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show will be held Sunday, October 10, 2009 from 10:00 am -4:00 pm on Front Street in Historic Ballston Spa. . In the event of bad weather, the rain date for this event is October 17th
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Wed, Oct 13, 2010
Mid-Week Mixer(5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Mon, Oct 18, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The October meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, October 18 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month.
Tue, Oct 19, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Sat, Oct 23, 2010
Best Bet
Falling Leaves Festival(3:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Wiswall Park and Kelley Park, Ballston Spa
The Annual Falling Leaves Festival will take place on Saturday, October 23th (rain date Oct. 24). Festivities start with a costume parade that will step off at 3:30 pm (line up at 3:15) from Wiswall Park and make its way through the village to Kelley Park. At the park, there will be costume contest for prizes, food, lots of family activities and karaoke. The Festival concludes with a fireworks display beginning between 8:30-8:45 pm. For more information about the Festival contact the Village office 885-5711.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Nov 5, 2010
Best Bet
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Celebrating our 6th Anniversary! Join us for live music, art openings and special events in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Wed, Nov 10, 2010
Mid-Week Mixer(5:30 PM - 7:00 PM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA offers monthly Mid-Week Mixers on the second Wednesday of the month at different locations. Get involved in your community! Stop by on your way home from work for a gathering of business and community members in a relaxed setting. Light fare and cash bar. Cost is $10 per person at the door. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, contact: Ellen Mottola at (518) 885-2772 or info@ballston.org
Cost: $10 per person at the door
Mon, Nov 15, 2010
BSBPA Board of Directors Meeting(7:00 PM)
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street
The November meeting of the BSBPA Board of Directors will be held on Monday, November 15 at Brookside Museum at 7 pm. All BSBPA members are welcome to attend. The Board meets on the third Monday of each month. There is no board meeting in December.
Tue, Nov 16, 2010
Networking Breakfast(7:30 AM - 8:30 AM)
Location TBA
The BSBPA would like to provide you with an opportunity to network with local business professionals and community leaders. Here is an excellent opportunity to spend some time making and reestablishing those contacts that are important to all of our businesses. Meet other business professionals; share ideas and promote your business; exchange business cards; uncover leads within the Ballston Spa area.
All are welcome– you do not need to be a member of the BSBPA to attend. All that is needed is a commitment to and understanding of the importance of networking.
Cost: $5 with advance reservation, $10 that morning
Fri, Dec 3, 2010
Best Bet
First Fridays in Ballston Spa(6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
Join us for live music, art openings and special events coinciding with the Holiday Weekend in several of our downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and museums from 6-9 pm. Free outdoor family movie in Wiswall Park at dusk.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Dec 3, 2010
Best Bet
Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting(6:30 PM)
Village of Ballston Spa
If you haven’t already done so, make “strolling the Village” a hometown holiday tradition, as the village of Ballston Spa rings in the season with this annual celebration, starting with the Ballston Spa Santa Parade on Friday, December 3 with holiday floats, marching groups, musicians and carolers, animals, fire trucks and more. This is a community event so all parade participants are welcome! If your organization would like to march that night, please contact Ellen at the BSBPA office 885-2772 or info@ballston.org. Parade step off is at 6:30 pm at old South Street School (Reserve America). Please arrive at starting point no later than 6 pm so parade organizers can line up participants. Santa himself officially lights the village Christmas Tree at Wiswall Park at approximately 7:45 pm. Shops and restaurants will be open throughout the evening with music, refreshments, demonstrations and displays as part a special holiday-themed version of First Friday.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Fri, Dec 3 - 5, 2010
Festival of Trees
Sat, Dec 11, 2010
ROCK THE HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA(6:30 PM - 10:00 PM)
Canfield Casino
Businesses and social groups are encouraged to buy blocks of tickets for employees, family and just about everyone (or at least anyone who loves good food and a spirited holiday celebration). The Lustre Kings will be adding to the excitement and the dance fever through their high energy music. For a full desciption of the event, please follow the link and then contact BDC for tickets. Come one and all to the best holiday celebration in Saratoga! 518-581-7450
The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association is a group of businesses and individuals working together to make
Ballston Spa a great place to work, live and visit. The association works in conjunction with Village government and other groups to enhance our community.
The people of the Ballston Spa
Business & Professional Association are proud of our community and
we are working very hard to make a difference in Ballston Spa.
