BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Saratoga County History Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Saratoga County History Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Saratoga County History Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T150000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250522T180428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T180805Z UID:13380-1756036800-1756047600@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Sketch & Print: A Nature-Inspired Creative Journey: Sketching the Beauty Around Us DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 3-week immersive art experience that brings creativity to life!\nInspired by the beautiful gardens of the Village of Ballston Spa\, this hands-on program blends the joy of sketching with the magic of printmaking. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned art enthusiast\, this class invites you to explore\, create\, and express yourself through nature-inspired art. \nSundays\, August 24\, 31 & September 7\, 2025 (12-3pm) \n\n\nInstructors:\n– Maria DeAngelo (@artyladyMsD): printmaker\, painter & multimedia artist\n\n– Ottavia Huang (@ms.otter.studio): watercolor artist & urban sketcher\n\nRegistration fee: $60 (an invoice will be emailed to you after submission of this form)\n\n\n\nHere’s what to expect each week: \nWeek 1 (8/24): Sketching the Beauty Around Us\n✿ Learn the basics of nature-inspired sketching in a relaxed\, supportive setting. \nWeek 2 (8/31): Intro to Printmaking\n✿ Try your hand at simple printmaking techniques and watch your sketches come to life in new ways. \nWeek 3 (9/7): Sketch & Print Creative Day\n✿ Bring it all together! Develop your own creative project with sketching and/or printmaking. \nNo experience necessary. All supplies are included. And all skill levels are welcome. \nSpace is limited—sign up today to save your spot and make something beautiful this summer! \nRegister Here\n\n\nFor questions\, feel free to contact us at  ottavia.huang@gmail.com\n—\nSaratoga 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. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/sketch-print-a-nature-inspired-creative-journey/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250805T131017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T132009Z UID:13641-1755943200-1755950400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Brookside Explorers Club: School Days DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next meeting of the Brookside Explorers Club\, a new history and learning club for kids! This month\, History Scouts will travel back in time and learn what school was like long ago. Through a pop-up exhibit\, storytime\, learning activities\, crafts\, and play\, kids will explore classroom life from the past in this fun\, hands-on history experience. This is a drop-in event with storytime at 10:15AM and again at 11:15AM. Kids of all ages are welcome to join the fun! $5 per child to help cover the cost of supplies. Parental supervision is required. \n\n\n \n \n Brookside Explorers Club\n \n \n Number of Children Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $5.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Childs #1 First and Last Name * RequiredChild #2 First and Last NameChild #3 First and Last NameChild #4 First and Last NameParents Name * RequiredParents Phone Number * RequiredParents Email Address * RequiredTotal\n $0.00 URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/brookside-explorers-club-school-days/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T113000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250513T163437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T171520Z UID:13347-1755684000-1755689400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Ballston Spa Beyond the Springs Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:This unique tour of Ballston Spa will take you from Brookside Museum along the Railroad Abutment to The Factory on Kayderosseras Creek to experience the industrial history of the village. Assistant County Historian Anne Clothier and Brookside Museum Assistant Connor Murphy will describe the mills and factories that dominated the economy of the village after the era of the springs and resort hotels had passed. After climbing the stairs to the abutment\, the tour is an easy 1 mile walk. Registration required. Donations appreciated. \nThis event is sold-out. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/ballston-spa-beyond-the-springs-walking-tour/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250729T154951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T130717Z UID:13618-1755439200-1755446400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Three Sisters Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Three Sisters Festival\, a celebration of Native American culture that will be held at Brookside Museum\, 21 Fairground Ave. Ballston Spa\, on Sunday\, August 17\, from 2-4pm. Our guest is Dr. Joseph Bruchac the Saratoga Springs’ Poet Laureate\, a storyteller and writer of short stories and novels with a focus on northeastern Native American lives and folklore. His history of Native Americans in our region\, the story of the Three Sisters and their garden of corn\, beans and squash\, and other tales of Native American lore are captivating. \nVisit the exhibit of Native American artifacts\, take a tour of the gardens\, and check out the Porch Sale\, and do-it-yourself kits of Native American stye necklaces and note cards by Brookside gardener Kathleen Royka. Bring a home-baked goodie from the Bake Sale and an iced herbal tea and join us in welcoming Joseph Bruchac to Brookside Museum. \nFree admission & free popcorn and herbal iced tea. \nRegister for this free event HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/three-sisters-festival/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T210000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250626T131822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T162353Z UID:13524-1755187200-1755205200@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Brookside's Dine-to-Donate Fundraiser at the Speckled Pig DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night out at the Speckled Pig for a dine-to-donate fundraiser benefiting the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum.\n\n Date: Thursday\, August 14th\n Time: 4–9 PM\n Location: The Speckled Pig\, 11 Washington St\, Ballston Spa\n Giveback: Brookside Museum will receive $1 from every pizza and beer sold during this event.\n Raffles: Basket raffle and 50/50\n Questions? Contact Education Director Charlene at charlene@brooksidemuseum.org.\n\nThank you for your support! URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/brooksides-dine-to-donate-fundraiser-at-the-speckled-pig/ LOCATION:The Speckled Pig\, 11 Washington St.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T140000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250629T135844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T135915Z UID:13553-1754650800-1754661600@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Saratoga County Water Works at the Champlain Canal Region Gateway Center DESCRIPTION:Our Education Department is excited to be joining the Turning Point festival this year at the Champlain Canal Region Gateway Visitors Center for Saratoga County Water Works. Families are invited to examine how water was\, and continues to be an important natural resource in Saratoga County agriculture\, industry\, tourism\, and everyday life. Participants will explore the importance of water through primary and secondary sources\, artifacts\, maps\, a science experiment\, and hands-on fun! URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/saratoga-county-water-works-at-the-champlain-canal-region-gateway-center/ LOCATION:Champlain Canal Region Gateway Center\, 30 Ferry St.\, Schuylerville\, NY\, 12871\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T140000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250629T135345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T135345Z UID:13550-1754478000-1754488800@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Native New York at the Champlain Canal Region Gateway Center DESCRIPTION:Our Education Department is excited to be joining the Turning Point festival this year at the Champlain Canal Region Gateway Visitors Center for Native New York. Families are invited to stop in for a hands-on and self-paced exploration of Saratoga County’s earliest inhabitants\, the Haudenosaunee people. Participants can try a hand at grinding corn\, examine how natural materials were used\, play with traditional games\, and event make a craft to take home. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/native-new-york-at-the-champlain-canal-region-gateway-center/ LOCATION:Champlain Canal Region Gateway Center\, 30 Ferry St.\, Schuylerville\, NY\, 12871\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T140000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250715T194315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T194343Z UID:13599-1753966800-1753970400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Overhearing History a Revolutionary Saratoga Story – A Reading and Book Signing with the Author DESCRIPTION:Join historian and author Anne Clothier for a reading of a new children’s publication Overhearing History a Revolutionary Saratoga Story. Travel back to Revolutionary Saratoga with 12-year old Nathaniel. Living in his family’s tavern\, he overhears exciting\, worrying – and sometimes confusing – talk about freedom and big changes coming to his town. This graphic novel\, illustrated by Alex Portal\, brings Saratoga’s Revolutionary story to life for young readers. After the reading there will be a book signing with the author and the book will be available for purchase. \nRegister for this free event here URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/overhearing-history-a-revolutionary-saratoga-story-a-reading-and-book-signing-with-the-author/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T123000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250513T121845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T132353Z UID:13341-1753873200-1753878600@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Saratoga\, Corinth & Hudson Rail Tour DESCRIPTION:Owner and Operator Hal Raven and Rachel Clothier\, Corinth Town Historian\, welcome you aboard the vintage railcar the “Palmer Falls” on a 90-minute ride from Corinth to Greenfield and return. Sit back and enjoy scenic views\, wildlife and stories of local sites and history. The train operates out of the Station at 9 Railroad Place in Corinth. \nSpecial $25 price for History Center registrants. Registration required.  Donations to the museum appreciated. Seating is limited to 45 people. \nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD-OUT. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/saratoga-corinth-hudson-rail-tour/ LOCATION:Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway\, 9 Railroad Pl\, Corinth\, NY\, 12822\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T180000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250730T174053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T174053Z UID:13628-1753635600-1753639200@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Sounds of Summer Concert: Dennis Searles and the Jazz Ambassadors  DESCRIPTION:Sounds of Summer Concert: Dennis Searles and the Jazz Ambassadors  \nSunday\, July 27\, 5pm \nJoin Dennis Searles and the Jazz Ambassadors for an evening of music and fun on the front lawn of Brookside Museum. This event is free and all are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and a picnic dinner to enjoy. This event is sponsored by Brookside Museum\, Saratoga Arts\, the Music Performance Trust Fund of the American Federation of Musicians and the Village of Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/sounds-of-summer-concert-dennis-searles-and-the-jazz-ambassadors/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T203000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250627T132225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T132537Z UID:13535-1753383600-1753389000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Twelve Years a Widow: Finding the Footsteps of Anne Hampton Northup DESCRIPTION:Anyone who has done historical research knows the difficulties in tracking down the stories of women\, particularly working-class women\, and especially women of color. The story of Anne Hampton Northup is remarkable. A much sought after cook\, she was born free in Washington County\, and is best known for being the wife of Solomon Northup\, who was kidnapped in 1841 and subsequently enslaved for twelve years. But who was Anne\, and how did she manage as a single woman\, bringing up three children\, for twelve years until her husband’s return? \nJoin Yale historian and Middlebury College teacher\, Connor Williams\, as he sheds some light on the story of Anne\, not only about her life\, but also about the challenges of uncovering that story. \nRegister HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/twelve-years-a-widow-finding-the-footsteps-of-anne-hampton-northup/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T153000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250405T130452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T131812Z UID:13182-1753020000-1753025400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Summer Garden Program: The Victorian Fascination with Plants DESCRIPTION:The Victorian language of flowers\, floriography\, was one of several nonverbal languages used by Victorians. Dr. Catherine Golden Indoor will speak more to this\, using passages from Victorian literature as examples. Guests will also have the opportunity to make a tussie-mussie (flowers generously donated by Suzanne Balet of Balet Flowers and Design). \nThis Event is Sold-Out URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/summer-garden-program-the-victorian-fascination-with-plants/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250624T163900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T164540Z UID:13501-1752919200-1752926400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Brookside Explorers Club: Art Show & Landmark Creations DESCRIPTION:🌟 Brookside Explorers Club: Art Show & Landmark Creations 🌟\nJoin us for our next meeting of the Brookside Explorers Club\, a new history and learning club for kids! Artwork from the “Artists Inspired by Their Community” program\, an exciting collaboration with Ballston Spa Middle School\, will be displayed in the History Hunters Hangout from July-September. And on July 19th\, History Scouts can join the fun by learning about some of Saratoga County’s most important landmarks through a learning activity\, craft\, and play in this engaging and educational event. Kids of all ages are welcome to join the fun! Parental supervision is required.\n📅 Date: Saturday\, July 19th\n🕙 Time: Drop in between 10AM-12PM\n💲 Cost: $5 per child (pre-registration recommended)\n📧 For more information\, please email our Education Director\, Charlene Dubuque at charlene@brooksidemuseum.org\n📝 Register here: \n\n \n \n Brookside Explorers Club\n \n \n Number of Children Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $5.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Childs #1 First and Last Name * RequiredChild #2 First and Last NameChild #3 First and Last NameChild #4 First and Last NameParents Name * RequiredParents Phone Number * RequiredParents Email Address * RequiredTotal\n $0.00 URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/brookside-explorers-club-art-show-landmark-creations/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T203000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250506T140815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T131823Z UID:13314-1752606000-1752611400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:The Civil War Letters of Captain Luther M Wheeler DESCRIPTION:Local author David Handy will bring to life the Civil War experiences of Captain Wheeler as related in his letters to his family. Wheeler wrote about military life and the carnage of battles he participated in\, including the Peninsula Campaign\, Antietam and Fredericksburg. Handy has compiled these letters along with the authors commentary in his latest book\, I Think I Shall See a Hundred Battle. \nDonations appreciated to support the programs of the History Center. \nThis program is rescheduled from June 11. No need to re-register if you signed up for the earlier event \n\n\nRegister HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/the-civil-war-letters-of-captain-luther-m-wheeler/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T113000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250513T121525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T121525Z UID:13333-1751450400-1751455800@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Mount McGregor Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:  \nGrant Cottage Historic Site Operations Manager Ben Kemp will lead this tour of the picturesque mountaintop that has hosted thousands of residents and visitors over the last 150 years\, from U.S. presidents to TB patients\, veteran and prisoners\, sharing tales of tragedy\, mystery\, romance\, and heroism. This walk will be less than a mile but over varied terrain with some inclines. Drive up Mt McGregor road from Rt 9 in Wilton. Parking is available at Grant Cottage.  Registration required. Donations appreciated. \nRegister HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/mount-mcgregor-walking-tour/ LOCATION:Grant Cottage Historic Site\, 1000 Mt Mcgregor Rd\, Gansevoort\, NY\, 12831\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250405T130256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T131344Z UID:13179-1750600800-1750608000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Summer Garden Program: Olde Time Strawberry Social DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, June 22 from 2 – 4pm for an Old Time Strawberry Social! Enjoy:\n\nCorn Hole\nChildren’s Crafts\nAdd a seed to the been teepee\n\nSuzanne Balet Haight of Balet Flowers will be hosting a Strawberry Pot class at 2:30pm. \nRegister for the Pot Class at www.baletflowers.com/contact-us\nEnjoy fresh strawberries on homemade biscuits topped with real whip cream for $5.\nRegister HERE for your strawberry shortcake! URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/summer-garden-program-olde-time-strawberry-social/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250603T175459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T175459Z UID:13427-1750500000-1750518000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Porch Book Sale DESCRIPTION:Join us on the porch for a book sale during the Craft and Antique Fair\, Saturday June 21 from 10am – 3pm. Find rare and out-of-print Saratoga County history books. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/porch-book-sale/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250318T160909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T160909Z UID:13112-1750500000-1750518000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:2025 Craft & Antique Fair DESCRIPTION:The Saratoga County History Center is thrilled to announce a county-wide craft fair!  The family-friendly free event will be held at beautiful Brookside Museum on Saturday\, June 21\, 2025 from 10am to 3pm. \nGuests will be able to shop a wide variety of locally handcrafted collectibles\, antiques\, and farm products.  No mass-produced or commercially-made items will be permitted.  This is a terrific opportunity for New Yorker’s to sample and appreciate the best of upstate artisans\, farmers\, and culinarians. \nThe event is free and open to the public\, and will be held rain or shine. \nInterested vendors can download the application HERE. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/2025-craft-antique-fair/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T120000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250415T192027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T192208Z UID:13212-1749895200-1749902400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Brookside Explorers Club: Flag Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Brookside Explorers Club: Flag Day Celebration \nJoin us for the very first event of the Brookside Explorers Club\, a new history and learning club for kids! Explore the history and fun of Flag Day through storytime\, crafts\, and play in this engaging and educational event. Kids of all ages are welcome to join the fun! \nDate: June 14th (Flag Day) \nTime: Drop in between 10AM-12PM (Storytime at 10:15AM) \nCost: $5 per child (pre-registration required – please complete form below) \nFor more information\, please email our Education Director\, Charlene Dubuque at charlene@brooksidemuseum.org \n  \n\n \n \n Brookside Explorers Club\n \n \n Number of Children Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $5.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Childs #1 First and Last Name * RequiredChild #2 First and Last NameChild #3 First and Last NameChild #4 First and Last NameParents Name * RequiredParents Phone Number * RequiredParents Email Address * RequiredTotal\n $0.00 URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/brookside-explorers-club-flag-day-celebration/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T113000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250506T135643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T131921Z UID:13310-1749636000-1749641400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Union Avenue Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:Join local author and historian Hollis Palmer for a walking tour of the great cottages along Union Avenue and Circular street that ushered in the Gilded Age in Saratoga Springs. This mile and a half walk will begin across from Congress Park in front of Empire State College. Parking is available along Union Avenue and Regent Street. There are no bathrooms on this walk. Donations appreciated. The tour is limited to 25 people. \nThis event is sold-out. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/union-avenue-walking-tour/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250422T155526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T160550Z UID:13252-1748617200-1748628000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Miller's Backyard Barbecue DESCRIPTION:Summer is Here at Brookside Museum with Miller’s Backyard Barbecue\n\nInclude Brookside Museum in your dinner plans for Friday\, May 30th\, order some delicious Millers Backyard Barbecue and pick it up from Brookside Museum. \nChicken and pulled pork dinners are available for $15.00 and beef brisket dinners for $20.00 (beef brisket by pre-order only). All dinners include baked potato\, cole slaw and corn bread. An 8 oz. serving of mac & cheese is also available for $5.00. \nDrive-thru pickup/take out only. \nThere will be some additional meals available without pre-ordering (but not the brisket). \nReserve your meals HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/millers-backyard-barbecue-5/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T153000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250405T130057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T183618Z UID:13175-1747576800-1747582200@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Summer Garden Program: Pollinator Partnerships: Advice from the Pollinator Community DESCRIPTION:Come and join the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum for an afternoon of celebrating and learning about the essential role of pollinators on Sunday\, May 18\, at 2:00 P.M. Listen as a lively panel of guests from the area’s community of masterful pollinator gardens discuss their efforts to create habitats for the pollinator communities that play a vital role in supporting the ecosystems and agriculture upon which our lives depend.  Afterward\, please join us for the naming and dedication of our nascent and evolving pollinator garden. After the day’s events conclude refreshments will be served. \nProgram Presenters: \n·         Tom Denny: Founder\, SoBro Conservancy of Saratoga \n·         Suzanne Balet Haight: Owner: Balet Flowers & Design \n·         Valerie Robinson\, Master Gardener: Saratoga Spa State Park \n·         Mina Dunnam\, Master Gardener: Pauline’s Pollinator Habitat at Pitney Meadows Community Farm \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/summer-garden-program-pollinator-partnerships-advice-from-the-pollinator-community/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250422T154110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T175112Z UID:13247-1747335600-1747339200@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Regional Pre-Contact Archaeology of New York State DESCRIPTION:John Garbellano of Hartgen Archaeological Associates will explore aspects of New York State pre-contact archaeology and the broader cultural and environmental history of the Capital Region and Hudson Valley; archaeological sites evidencing the movements of Indigenous people since the end of the last ice age; and two projects Hartgen recently completed in the Towns of Malta and Cambridge\, and how they fit into the larger picture of New York State Archaeology. \nHe will also discuss why Cultural Resource Management is an important service and contributor to New York State Archaeology. \nSince 1973\, Hartgen Archaeological Associates has successfully completed thousands of archaeological and historical resource studies throughout the Northeast. Our dedication to providing responsive and effective Cultural Resource Management services has helped advance archaeology in this region and the public’s understanding of the history and culture surrounding them. The Regional Pre-Contact Archaeology of New York State is important because of the larger\, interconnected complex evidencing the movements of Indigenous people since the end of the last ice age. \nThis even is sold-out. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/regional-pre-contact-archaeology-of-new-york-state/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250401T225024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T225024Z UID:13172-1746882000-1746892800@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Sheep to Shawl Community Day DESCRIPTION:The long-running interactive “Sheep to Shawl” program at Brookside Museum returns to the Saratoga County History Center. Sheep\, lambs\, farmers\, herders\, the famous Fred the Shearer\, and the Rock Day Spinning Guild will assemble on Brookside Museum’s front lawn to demonstrate every facet of sheep raising\, shearing\, and spinning to produce the wool clothing that was so ubiquitous in early America. Sheep to Shawl is a hands-on\, family-friendly event. Young and the young-at-heart will have fun petting the sheep\, meeting farmers\, and participating in demonstrations. A terrific opportunity to embrace the spring weather\, learn about Saratoga County’s agricultural past\, and enjoy some quality family time. We are grateful to the Stewarts’ Shops Holiday Match program for their generous support of this educational opportunity. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/sheep-to-shawl-community-day-3/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250311T193708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T162102Z UID:13085-1745762400-1745766000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:The Cello Experience Sound Bath DESCRIPTION:This event is sold-out.\n\nThe Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts presents The Cello Experience! Enjoy an afternoon of Cello Sound Therapy with Demetria Koninis of The Cello Experience. Relax\, restore and realign with the soothing vibrations of the cello. This immersive sound healing session blends deep\, resonant tones to promote balance and inner peace. \nBring a yoga mat\, blanket or cushion for comfort. \nWhile this even is free to attend\, registration is required as space is limited to 20 people. \n*Registration information with be shared with the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/the-cello-experience-sound-bath/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T203000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250215T014947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T014947Z UID:13016-1745694000-1745699400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Random Acts of Poetry: Performance Reading DESCRIPTION:Join the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts and SCHC at Brookside Museum for the Random Acts of Poetry Performance Reading. Hear Poetry by Steven Guilfoyle and other local poets! \nRegister HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/random-acts-of-poetry-performance-reading/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250311T185247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T185247Z UID:13083-1745656200-1745672400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Having a Layer Flock in Your Backyard DESCRIPTION:Having a layer flock in your backyard\, a class to cover:\n\nLocal laws or how to make them chicken friendly\n\n\nBreeds\n\n\nHousing/pen design\n\n\nFeed\n\n\nEgg collection and care\n\n\nWhat to do with older birds\n\n\nThe latest info on the bird flu\n\nClass size has been limited and early sign up is suggested. \nRegister HERE\nPresented by the Milton Grange #685\nThe Milton Grange is dedicated to the protection and promotion of the rural community through a variety of volunteer and educational activities. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/having-a-layer-flock-in-your-backyard/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T163000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250211T140049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T153332Z UID:12934-1744815600-1744821000@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Historian Tea Talk: Women of the Saratoga Campaign DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, April 16th\, at 3pm\, for the third of the 2025 season of Historian Tea Talks\, Saratoga County History Center with host Anne Clothier\, who will present a program “Women of the Saratoga Campaign”. \nThis event is sold-out. URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/historian-tea-talk-women-of-the-saratoga-campaign/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250325T152957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T223722Z UID:13124-1744462800-1744473600@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Day of Celebration: Portraits\, Play & Progress DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar and join us on Saturday\, April 12th\, at 1PM\, for a day of celebration and new beginnings. \nWe’ll unveil Portraiture: Faces and Legacies\, a new exhibit featuring stunning portraits from our collection\, including rarely displayed pieces. \nWe’re also thrilled to announce the grand opening of the History Hunters Hangout\, a dynamic\, interactive space for children and families to engage with history through hands-on activities\, creative play\, and games. \nTake this opportunity to also meet and welcome Suzanne Maloney\, our new Executive Director. \nRefreshments will be served as we celebrate these exciting Brookside milestones together. \nRSVP HERE\n  URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/history-hunters-hangout-grand-opening/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T113000 DTSTAMP:20260609T173224 CREATED:20250215T014344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T015113Z UID:13011-1744450200-1744457400@brooksidemuseum.org SUMMARY:Random Acts of Poetry: Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts and SCHC at Brookside Museum for the Random Acts of Poetry Writing Workshop. The event will be led by Elaine Handley and ages 10 and up are welcome. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required. Sign up HERE URL:https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/random-acts-of-poetry-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Brookside Museum\, 21 Fariground Ave.\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR