Thanks to the generous support of The Saratoga Foundation, we’re excited to introduce expanded hours, giving you more opportunities to enjoy everything the Center has to offer. We’re piloting new evening and weekend hours designed to better fit your schedule—especially if daytime commitments make it harder to stop by. Whether you’re looking to stay active, get creative, or simply spend time with friends, there’s now even more time to do it.

 Open Monday Nights in July
Made possible by The Saratoga Foundation

_{These newtimes are designed to give all of our members extra time at the Center, especially those with busy daytime commitmens. We're excited for our pilot program of expanded evening and weeken hours! Open Monday Nights! 4pm-7pm
 Drop in Pokerand Billiards +  Legal Monday | July 13 | 3pm-6pm | See Newsletter for Details}

_{Open Saturday July 25
10:00am-1:00pm
Additional activities available: 9 Miles East Cafe Open for Breakfast & Lunch
Drop in Poker and Billiards
Spanish "Fun Festival" | 10:30am-11:30am | Drop by to discuss and test drive online resources, listen to Spanish music, and play Spanish Scrabble and Bingo. Meet our students and teacher, browse books, links, and handouts.}

Tuesday Evening Clay Arts

Tuesdays | 4:00–6:30 PM

Our Tuesday evening hours are reserved for participants attending our Evening Clay Arts program. See the Arts section of the newsletter for registration information.

Special Saturday Opening

Saturday, July 25 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Bring the family and join us for a fun-filled morning! Highlights include:

518 Reptiles Live Animal Show (11:00 AM–Noon)

• Open to family and friends (all ages welcome!)
• $5 per person | RSVP required
• Meet snakes, scorpions, and other fascinating creatures—and even hold some if you're feeling adventurous!

Mini Canvas Painting (10:00–11:00 AM)

• Open to family and friends
• $5 per person | RSVP required
• A fun, relaxed painting activity perfect for all ages and experience levels.

Spanish "Fun Festival" (10:30–11:30 AM)

Drop in to enjoy Spanish music, games, Scrabble, Bingo, conversation, and explore online language-learning resources alongside our instructor and students.

Lunch at 9 Miles East

Stay and enjoy lunch right here at the Center.

Poker & Billiards

Our game room will also be open for drop-in play throughout the morning.

We hope you'll take advantage of these expanded hours and help us make this pilot program a success! We look forward to seeing you at the Center this July! 

A Musical Journey Through America with Ken Blatt

Monday, July 13 | 2:00 PM | $5

This upbeat, audience-friendly show celebrates the spirit of America through patriotic favorites, beloved folk songs, country classics, and hits from Broadway and Hollywood.

A musical journey across the country honors the diverse people, scenic places, and timeless tunes that shape our shared heritage. Featuring inspiring classics like "Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Old Oak Tree," "What the World Needs Now Is Love," and "What a Wonderful World," the performance weaves a powerful message of hope, optimism, and community.

Saratoga Arts made this program possible through the Community Arts Regrant Program, funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

AARP Safe Driving Course

Instructed by Suanne Pasquarello

Thursday, July 30 & Friday, July 31 | 1:00–4:00 PM

Learn safe driving techniques and refresh your driving skills.

• $30 for non-AARP participants
• $25 for AARP members

New York drivers are eligible for a discount on portions of their auto insurance for three years.

Please bring your driver's license and AARP membership card.

Register online at www.aarp.org/findacourse or call 518-290-0156.

Please note: This is a two-day course. Participants must attend both days.

Summer Songs & Sips

Friday, July 17 | 1:30 PM | $8

Take a nostalgic trip back to the 1960s with a live musical tribute by Rick Russo! He'll be playing all your favorite hits from the British Invasion, including iconic tracks by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Hollies, Peter and Gordon, and more.

Enjoy ice cream, watermelon, and a spritzer while you listen.

Dine in Dinner – Olde Bryan Inn

Tuesday, July 28 | 5:30 PM | $13

Dinner includes Sicilian chicken, mashed potatoes, and a vegetable.

Real Estate Sessions with the Scott Varley Team

Wednesday, July 29 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

The Scott Varley Team will be onsite to answer all of your real estate questions.

Sign up for a free half-hour consultation.

Pitney Meadows Produce Pop-Up Is Back at the Center!

Every Wednesday, starting at 9:00 AM, while supplies last

Come by and get your fill of nutritious produce! Committed to feeding our community, this community offering is made possible by Pitney Meadows Community Farm, an organization that doesn't grow to make money, but grows to give.