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Ballston Area Senior Citizens Please join us if you are 55 years of age or older and live within Saratoga County in upstate New York.

08/23/2026

E-BLAST: August 24-August 28, 2026

For scheduled weekly activities, refer to the newsletter available on the website – ballstonmiltonseniors.com.

Please remember to sign in at front desk.

The annual picnic by the Office of Aging will be held at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds on Thursday September 10. There will be no meeting at the Milton Community Center on that day. If you signed up with Meg, she now has your tickets. Tickets must be presented at the event. If you still want tickets, they may be available at the Office of the Aging. Offices.

Monday August 24.
Chorus meets from 10 to 11. New members are always welcome.
Exercise class from 11:15am to 12pm Alison Bodle, Instructor

Tuesday August 25
Crafters meet 10 am -12 noon Star & Clay
Mahjong meets in the Pool Room from 1 to 3 pm. New members are welcome.

Wednesday August 26

Thursday August 27
CRAFT SALE TODAY 10 AM -12 NOON
LIGHTNING BUG JARS will be moved to August 31due to the trip. For sign-up see Sue Brewer or Earleen Van.
Stretch & Flex Class 10:30 to 11:15– Carol Moll, Instructor

Split the Pot Tickets on sale until 11:30 am at The Split the Pot Table.

Gather and Dine- menu is: Breaded Fish Tartar Sauce, O’Brein Potatoes, Butternut Squash, WW Dinner Roll, Fresh Tangerine. To sign up call before 1 pm on Wed, 518-363-4020. Just a quick reminder, NO ONE is allowed in the kitchen without permission during food prep or service from 9 am to 1 pm.

General Meeting GENERAL MEETING begins at 12:30 pm
Dance Committee meeting in the main room following the meeting.
BAZAAR MEETING FOLLOWING THE REGULAR MEETING IN THE CRAFT ROOM. BRING ANY INFO YOU HAVE ABOUT YOUR GROUP, THANK YOU

Friday August 28
Exercise-Alison Bodle 11:15am-12noon @ 518-288-3565
Shooting Pool-Dan Buneo 6:30-9:00pm @ 518-309-3093

Donations for Food Pantry- Items for the local food pantries can be placed in the clear bin at the sign in table. Please no outdated food.

E-blast- If you have an event update or information on future events, please email your information and copy that you wish shared to [email protected] attention Janet, by the. Saturday 5pm. Prior to next week’s E-blast.

BAZAAR NEWS from Bazaar Committee We will post a sign up sheet for people to sign up for being a Floater on Bazaar Day, helping anyone with duties they might need temporarily.
From Earlene Van -Money donations for Basket Raffle will have a jar & paper for name & donation amount.
Please remember to donate baskets as well as wine, pet items, kid games etc. we will make Baskets of Donated items.

Frpm Becky and Lisa-there are sign up sheets for donations of food products for the Café there is much needed.

From Charlene McAvoy items needed for Bakery table . If you don’t want to cook but want to donate the ingredients that is fine someone else will do the cooking.
From Sue Heimburg for VENDORS for a contract
Email- [email protected] or call 518-885-8037

Evening Pickin Wednesday September 2, 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
Dance September 12, River Road Boys $7.00 entry fee,
Bingo the second (2) Thursday of the month 1pm.
Trip to OCTOBERFEST AT GAVINS Sign up September 3rd & 17

Farmers Market - is now open on Saturday morning untill Oct 3, 9am-1pm.In WISWALL PARK, Ballston Spa

Quote of the week: “Be a person who is remembered….not for what you had but for the kindness you gave to others.”

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08/16/2026

E-BLAST: August 17-August 21, 2026
For scheduled weekly activities, refer to the newsletter available on the website – ballstonmiltonseniors.com.

Please remember to sign in at front desk.

Monday August 17.
Chorus meets from 10 to 11. New members are always welcome.
Exercise class from 11:15am to 12pm Alison Bodle, Instructor

Tuesday August 18
afters meet 10 am -12 noon— making gnomes with polymer clay. Possibly adding snails
Mahjong meets in the Pool Room from 1 to 3 pm. New members are welcome.

Wednesday August 19’
Letterbox Hike- Meet 10 am at GLOWEGEE CREEK TRAILS 2448-2496 North Entrance at Mill RD, Galway
There is no formal parking at the North Entrance. hikers park on the roadside shoulder of OLD MILL ROAD. DO NOT BLOCK the FIELD ACCESS ROAD. Used by local landowners.
Call Arlene Peterson call 518-461-0652 if you plan to attend.

3rd WEEK of each month—Afternoon Pickin Session. 1:30-3:30pm. Doors open at 1pm, Pickins start Doors open times are ½ hour early. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Bring a snack to share and a song to sing if you would like.

Thursday August 20 ***PIZZA WEEK***

The annual picnic by the Office of Ageing will be held on Sept 10th. To reserve your spot, see Meg at front table Tickets are $5 and will be delivered to you prior to the event.

Preregistration for Lightening Bug Jars, cost will be $10.00 for materials. Class will be at 10 am on Monday August 24.

Stretch & Flex Class 10:30 to 11:15– Carol Moll, Instructor

Split the Pot Tickets on sale until 11:30 am at The Split the Pot Table.

Gather and Dine- menu is: Meatball Sub, whole Grain Bun, Mixed Vegetables, Spinach, Pear Cup. To sign up call before 1 pm on Wed, 518-363-4020. Just a quick reminder, NO ONE is allowed in the kitchen without permission during food prep or service from 9 am to 1 pm.

General Meeting begins at 12: 30
Bazaar There will be a jar for money donations the for the baskets for things like cheese, cookies, various snacks. A paper is provided for name and money amount per IRS.

BAZAAR MEETING -FOLLOWING THE REGULAR MEETING IN THE CRAFT ROOM. BRING ANY INFO YOU HAVE ABOUT YOUR GROUP, THANK YOU

Friday August 21
Exercise-Alison Bodle 11:15am-12noon @ 518-288-3565
Shooting Pool-Dan Buneo 6:30-9:00pm @ 518-309-3093

Donations for Food Pantry- Items for the local food pantries can be placed in the clear bin at the sign in table. Please no outdated food.

E-blast- If you have an event update or information on future events, please email your information and copy that you wish shared to [email protected] attention Janet, by the. Saturday 5pm. Prior to next week’s E-blast .

BAZAAR NEWS from Bazaar Committee We will post a sign up sheet for people to sign up for being a Floater on Bazaar Day, helping anyone with duties they might need temporarily.

Please remember to donate baskets as well as wine, pet items, kid games etc. we will make baskets of donated items.
There are also sign up sheets for donations of food products for the Café.
Bakery From Charlene McAvoy items needed for Bakery table see Charlene. If you don’t want to cook but want to donate the ingredients that is fine someone else will do the cooking.
Vendors contact Sue Heimburg for a contract
Email- [email protected] call 518-885-8037-text message

Farmers Market - is now open Saturday mornings till Oct 3, 9am-1pm. in Wiswall Park, Ballston Spa.

Quote of the week: “The man who never makes mistakes loses a great many chances to learn something.”

**** Bingo the second (2) Thursday of the month 1pm. ****

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Today craft using cut up CDs.
08/11/2026

Today craft using cut up CDs.

08/10/2026

E-BLAST: August 10-August 14, 2026
For scheduled weekly activities, refer to the newsletter available on the website – ballstonmiltonseniors.com.

Please remember to sign in at front desk.

Monday August 10.
Chorus meets from 10 to 11. New members are always welcome.
Exercise class from 11:15am to 12pm Alison Bodle, Instructor

Tuesday August 11
Crafters meet 10 am -12 noon—CD Mirror Stars
Mahjong meets in the Pool Room from 1 to 3 pm. New members are welcome

Wednesday August 12

Thursday August 13
The annual picnic by the Office of Aging will be held on Sept 10th. To reserve your spot, see Meg at front table Tickets are $5 and will be delivered to you prior to the event.

GUEST SPEAKER= 11:30 AM =Andrea Simmons from the Ballston Spa Library

SPECIAL EVENTS HOSTING A HORSE RACE AT 12 NOON. LADIES WEAR YOUR HATS. We are going to the races.

Trip Registration= Last chance for registration for the Lobster Pot Dinner is on Thursday 8/13.
Date of the trip is September 18, cost is $45

Craft Sale 10 am – noon IN THE MAIN ROOM
Stretch & Flex Class 10:30 to 11:15– Carol Moll, Instructor
Split the Pot Tickets on sale until 11:30 am at The Split the Pot Table.
Pizza tickets on sale see Diane Kennedy, Charlene McAvoy or Bernie

Gather and Dine- menu is: Stuffed Shells w/ meat sauce, California Blend Vegetables, Warm Peach Crisp, Fruit & Nut Mix. To sign up call before 1 pm on Wed, 518-363-4020. Just a quick reminder, NO ONE is allowed in the kitchen without permission during food prep or service from 9 am to 1 pm.

General Meeting GENERAL MEETING begins at 12:30.

BINGO - Bingo will be on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Card sales start @ 1pm right after the general meeting. $1.00 for coverall, plus $1.00 per card. All money received goes back to the winning players. Help is always welcome.

Friday August 14
Exercise-Alison Bodle 11:15am-12noon @ 518-288-3565
Shooting Pool-Dan Buneo 6:30-9:00pm @ 518-309-3093


Donations for Food Pantry- Items for the local food pantries can be placed in the clear bin at the sign in table. Please no outdated food.

E-blast- If you have an event update or information on future events, please email your information and copy that you wish shared to [email protected] attention Janet, by the. Saturday 5pm prior to next week’s E-blast,

BAZAAR NEWS from the Bazaar Committee We will post a signup sheet for people to sign up for being a Floater on Bazaar Day, helping anyone with duties they might need temporarily. Money donations for the basket raffle will have a jar & paper for name & donation amount.
Please remember to donate baskets as well as wine, pet items, kid games etc. we will make baskets of donated items.
Bakery- items needed for bakery table see Charlene McAvoy. If you don’t want to cook but want to donate the ingredients that is fine someone else will do the cooking.
Vendors needing a contract can contact Sue Heimburg for a contract-Email- [email protected] call 518-885-8037-text message

Farmers Market - is now open till Oct 3, 9am-1pm on Saturday mornings in Wiswall Park, Ballston Spa

Quote of the week: “Happiness is a choice. For every minute you are angry, you lose 60 seconds of your own happiness .”

Today’s craft was working with seashells.
08/04/2026

Today’s craft was working with seashells.

08/02/2026

E-BLAST: August 3-August 8, 2026

For scheduled weekly activities, refer to the newsletter available on the website – ballstonmiltonseniors.com.

Please remember to sign in at front desk.

Monday August 3
Chorus meets from 10 to 11. New members are always welcome.
Exercise class from 11:15am to 12pm Alison Bodle, Instructor

Tuesday August 4
Crafters meet 10 am -12 noon—Sea Shell Crafts
Mahjong meets in the Pool Room from 1 to 3 pm. New members are welcome.

Wednesday August 5
Pickins
Evening Pickin Session—6pm-8:30pm. Doors open times are ½ hour early. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Bring a snack to share and a song to sing if you would like.

Thursday August 6
Craft Sale 10 am – noon in the main room
Stretch & Flex Class 10:30 to 11:15– Carol Moll, Instructor
Split the Pot Tickets on sale until 11:30 am at The Split the Pot Table.
Gather and Dine- menu is: Breaded Fish, Tartar Sauce, Macroni & Cheese, Brussel Sprouts, WW Dinner Roll, Banana .To sign up call before 1 pm on Wed, 518-363-4020. Just a quick reminder, NO ONE is allowed in the kitchen without permission during food prep or service from 9 am to 1 pm.

General Meeting GENERAL MEETING begins at 12:30.
Board Meeting following

Friday August 7
Exercise-Alison Bodle 11:15am-12noon @ 518-288-3565
Shooting Pool-Dan Buneo 6:30-9:00pm @ 518-309-3093

Saturday August 8
BBQ @ SERVED AT 12 NOON (RSVP Alison Bodle closed)
August Dance music by: DJ Brian Zapel, 7pm-10pm-Open to the public, Donation $7.00 ADULTS ONLY

Donations for Food Pantry- Items for the local food pantries can be placed in the clear bin at the sign in table. Please no outdated food.

E-blast- If you have an event update or information on future events, please email your information and copy that you wish shared to [email protected] attention Janet, by the. Saturday 5pm. Prior to next week’s E-blast you.

BAZAAR NEWS from Bazaar Committee We will post a sign up sheet for people to sign up for being a Floater on Bazaar Day, helping anyone with duties they might need temporarily.
From Earlene Van Money donations for Basket Raffle will have a jar & paper for name & donation amount.
Please remember to donate baskets as well as wine, pet items, kid games etc. we will make Baskets of Donated items.
Bakery From Charlene McAvoy items needed for Bakery table see Charlene.

Farmers Market - is now open till Oct 3, 9am-1pm on Saturday mornings In Wiswall Park, Ballston Spa

Quote of the week: “Good friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they’re always there.”

Send a message to learn more

07/26/2026

E-BLAST: JULY 27—JULY 31, 2026
For scheduled weekly activities, refer to the newsletter available on the website – ballstonmiltonseniors.com.
Please remember to sign in at front desk.

Monday July 27
Chorus meets from 10 to 11. New members are always welcome.
Exercise class from 11:15am to 12pm Alison Bodle, Instructor

Tuesday July 28
Crafters meet 10 am -12 noon—HAT DAY—Bring your own hat to decorate. We will provide lace, ribbon, feathers, etc.
Mahjong meets in the Pool Room from 1 to 3 pm. New members are welcome

Wednesday July 29

Thursday July 30
GAME DAY THERE WILL BE GAMES SET OUT FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO PLAY GAMES WITH FRIENDS.
Stretch & Flex Class 10:30 to 11:15– Carol Moll, Instructor
Split the Pot Tickets on sale until 11:30 am at The Split the Pot Table.

Gather and Dine- menu is: Meatloaf w/ Gravy, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Lima Beans, Fresh Tangerine .To sign up call before 1 pm on Wed, 518-363-4020. Just a quick reminder, NO ONE is allowed in the kitchen without permission during food prep or service from 9 am to 1 pm.

General Meeting NO GENERAL MEETING TODAY -FISH FRY.
Split the Pot prizes will wait until the servers have been seated to eat their meals before the winners are announced.

Friday July 31
Exercise-Alison Bodle 11:15am-12noon @ 518-288-3565
Shooting Pool-Dan Buneo 6:30-9:00pm @ 518-309-3093

Donations for Food Pantry- Items for the local food pantries can be placed in the clear bin at the sign in table. Please no outdated food.

E-blast- If you have an event update or information on future events, please email your information and copy that you wish shared to [email protected] attention Janet, by Saturday 5pm.for next week’s E-blast .


BAZAAR NEWS from Bazaar Committee We will post a sign up sheet for people to sign up for being a Floater on Bazaar Day, helping anyone with duties they might need temporarily.

From Earlene Van -Money donations for Basket Raffle will have a jar & paper for name & donation amount.

Please remember to donate baskets as well as wine, pet items, kid games etc. we will make Baskets of donated items.

Farmers Market - is now open Saturdays utill Oct 3, 9am-1pm In WISWALL PARK, Ballston Spa

UPCOMING EVENTS:
AUGUST 8, 2026 BBQ and August Dance, Music by DJ Brian Zapel

Quote of the week: “Help when you can. Be there when you can. Encourage when you can. A truly happy life comes from giving more than you take.”



2026 Membership Dues for 2026 are now overdue. See Lisa at the front table. All renewals require membership form which is at the bottom of this eblast. Dues may also be mailed to

Membership Chair
310 Northline Rd,
Ballston Spa,
NY 12020.
All checks must be made out to BASC

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS
2026 MEMBERSHIP NEW – RENEWAL
Membership dues run from January 1st thru December 31st
All new members pay $15, then the following:
$15.00= 55+ years $10.00=Turned 80 in 2025 FREE= Turned 90 in 2025

Enclose check payable to BASC Membership. Membership dues may be paid at Thursday luncheon meetings from 10am to noon. Please fill out even if over 90.



Last Name ____________________ First Name__________________ Birthday ____________

Street Address_____________________________ Apt_____ City____________________ Zip_______

Phone ____________________ Cell __________________

Email ______________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT & PHONE #

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Today’s craft. Thank you to Sue for the idea and help
07/21/2026

Today’s craft. Thank you to Sue for the idea and help

07/19/2026

E-BLAST: JULY 17—JULY 21, 2026

For scheduled weekly activities, refer to the newsletter available on the website – ballstonmiltonseniors.com.
Please remember to sign in at front desk.

Monday July 20
Chorus meets from 10 to 11. New members are always welcome.
Exercise class from 11:15am to 12pm Alison Bodle, Instructor

Tuesday July 21
Crafters meet 10 am -12 noon— Seashore with sea shells painting
Mahjong meets in the Pool Room from 1 to 3 pm. New members are Welcome

Wednesday July 22

Thursday July 23

Potluck Week
4TH WEEK Potluck Luncheon bring a dish feed at least 8 to share, or pay $4.00 to Diane Kennedy for your meal.
Stretch & Flex Class 10:30 to 11:15– Carol Moll, Instructor
Split the Pot Tickets on sale until 11:30 am at front desk.
DIANE, BERNIE ARE STILL SELLING ***July 30th Fish Fry by Neighborhood Kitchen, right here $10.00. EAT IN. NO TAKEOUT ORDERS tickets on sale July 9th, 16th and 23rd. We will be eating at 12pm. ***

Gather and Dine- menu is: Turkey Tetrazzinni, Mixed Vegetables, Zucchini & Tomatoes, Fig Cookies To sign up call before 1 pm on Wed, 518-363-4020. Just a quick reminder, NO ONE is allowed in the kitchen without permission during food prep or service from 9 am to 1 pm.

General Meeting begins at 12:30.

Friday July 24
Exercise-Alison Bodle 11:15am-12noon @ 518-288-3565
Shooting Pool-Dan Buneo 6:30-9:00pm @ 518-309-3093

Donations for Food Pantry- Items for the local food pantries can be placed in the clear bin at the sign in table. Please no outdated food.

E-blast- If you have an event update or information on future events, please email your information and copy that you wish shared to [email protected] attention Janet, by the. Saturday 5pm. Prior to next week’s E-blast you.

Facebook update- Due to being unable to access the previous page, we now have a new page. It is
Ballston Area Senior Citizens.

BAZAAR NEWS from Bazaar Committee We will post a sign up sheet for people to sign up for being a Floater on Bazaar Day, helping anyone with duties they might need temporarily.

from Earlene Van-Money donations for Basket Raffle will have a jar & paper for name & donation amount.
Please remember to donate baskets as well as wine, pet items, kid games etc. we will make Baskets of Donated items.

Farmers Market - is now open till Oct 3, 9am-1pm.
In WISWALL PARK, Ballston Spa

Quote of the week: “Always keep your head up, but be careful to keep your nose on a friendly level.”

2026 Membership Dues for 2026 are now due. See Lisa at the front table. All renewals require membership form which is at the bottom of this eblast. Dues may also be mailed to

Membership Chair
310 Northline Rd,
Ballston Spa,
NY 12020.

All checks must be made out to BASC

BALLSTON AREA SENIORS

2026 MEMBERSHIP NEW – RENEWAL

Membership dues run from January 1st thru December 31st
All new members pay $15, then the following:
$15.00= 55+ years $10.00=Turned 80 in 2025 FREE= Turned 90 in 2025

Enclose check payable to BASC Membership. Membership dues may be paid at Thursday luncheon meetings from 10am to noon. Please fill out even if over 90.

Last Name ____________________ First Name__________________ Birthday ____________

Street Address_____________________________ Apt_____

City____________________ Zip_______

Phone ____________________ Cell __________________

Email ______________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT & PHONE #

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Send a message to learn more

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07/08/2026

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310 Northline Road
Ballston Spa, NY
12020

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