March Martini Madness Brings Big Crowd to Savory Pantry For UPH Bene Editor’s Note: Look for some great recipes of the dishes described here at the end of this post – AG SARATOGA SPRINGS – If you want people to enjoy themselves – feed them… If you want them to have a great time...
Don’t Get Left at the Gate on Derby Day!
Tickets Going Fast For ‘And They’re Off!’ – A Derby Day Party at The Lodge to Benefit Saratoga Sponsor A Scholar SARATOGA SPRINGS – This is where you want to be. And you can get there – but you better hurry! Permit me to tout you on the fact that less than 50 tickets...
“Owen’s Story” Seals the Deal
SOS’s Brighter Days Gala Showcases Success SARATOGA SPRINGS – If you want to know why the people at Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) work so hard; if you want to know why they get so many vehement volunteers, contributors, and incredible outpourings of goodwill in this town – you need to know Owen and his...
The Perp / The Vic / and The Method: Murder Mystery at Saratoga Arms
Mystery Event Benefits Gateway House of Peace SARATOGA SPRINGS – Amateur Gumshoes had a plethora of clues to consider, strewn throughout the classic rooms, nooks and crannies of the Saratoga Arms – as they tried to answer: WhoDunIt? at the Gateway House of Peace’s Murder Mystery event on Friday, March 16. Kudos to the...
Thirsty Owl Takes Five!
Neighborhood Feel + Gourmet Flair = A Celebration for Five Years of Doing It Right SARATOGA SPRINGS – Parliament was in session last night. Yes, of course my readers are most intelligent and well, wise – and therefore there is no need to explain that according to britishbirdlovers.co.uk, the proper term for a growp...
Planet Mandy: Jake’s Hinge on the Doorway
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Have you ever lost a loved one and in your grief and reflection notice a red cardinal outside your kitchen window or resting in your favorite tree? Many believe that the red cardinal is the most notable spiritual messenger. When I looked up the word cardinal I learned it’s derived from...
The Gallery: Drag Brunch at Sperry’s
Performer Pacifica Rim Proves There is a Valentine for Everyone SARATOGA SPRINGS – There are times, my friends, when you are rendered speechless… which is a good thing, particularly when you find that your jaw has dropped to the floor. Or else, you are speechless because you are you are grinning from ear to...
Steamin’!
Chowderfest Heats Up Frigid Day In Twentieth Year Editor’s Note: {{{{UPDATE: The winners in all categories appear at the end of this post.}}} The 20th Annual Chowderfest occurred on Saturday, February 2. SARATOGA SPRINGS – On a photo-finger-freezing afternoon, Saratoga Springs’ Chowderfest – which began twenty years ago with less than 10 restaurants –...
BSpa: Friday’s Sweet Spot!
Fifth Annual Chocolate Festival on Friday BALLSTON SPA – The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association announces the participants for its 5th Annual Chocolate Fest, taking place on First Friday, February 2, from 6-9 pm. Each chef will prepare small, sample sized, chocolate offerings in up to 3 categories: Dessert (Sweet), Savory, and Chocolate...
The Working Farm: Pitney Meadows Winter Social Set for February 10
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The spring planting season in Saratoga Springs won’t begin until April or May, but volunteers already are preparing for the second year at Pitney Meadows Community Farm. Set for Saturday, February 10 from noon to 8 p.m. at Artisanal Brew Works, 41 Geyser Road, the Pitney Meadows Winter Social is an...