On Deck
Four (!) Thursday evening fundraisers, a dance class in a nightclub, Restaurant Week returns, and more.
Wednesday, February 25
Saratoga County Restaurant Week: Starting this Wednesday and lasting through March 5, dozens of local restaurants will be serving up prix fixe menus, whether you’re craving breakfast, lunch, or a three-course dinner. Prices range from $15 for breakfast and lunch to $25, $35, or $45 for dinner. After you visit one of the participating restaurants, enter the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce’s Winter Sweepstakes for a chance to win $1,000 in restaurant gift cards.
Thursday, February 26
C3 Dance Concert After Dark: Ready to boogie after dark? C3 Hip Hop Dance Company is taking its signature follow-along dance class to the club. Is it a fitness class? Is it a girls’ night out? Find out at the Night Owl on Thursday from 6:30–8:30pm.
Home Made Theater Karaoke Fundraiser: Artisanal Brew Works will be the place to be from 6–9pm on Thursday—if you want to sing your favorite karaoke songs on stage to support Home Made Theater, that is. Tickets cost $20 and include the entry fee, door prizes, and half-off your first drink.
Raise a Glass for Retired Racehorses: Raise a glass for a good cause! Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga will host a get-together at Henry Street Taproom from 6–10pm on Thursday featuring hearty pub bites, raffles, and a cash bar—all in celebration of the retired racehorses who make the work of Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga possible.
Sip and Sing with Opera Saratoga: Join Opera Saratoga for its fourth Sip & Sing event at Union Gables Inn this Thursday from 5:30–7pm. Drinks and appetizers will be available before you listen to local singers perform.
Sipping for Seniors: Sip for a purpose at Bailey’s this Thursday. Beginning at 11:30am, 20 percent of food and drink sales will be donated to the Saratoga Senior Center, and from 5–9:30pm, all bartender tips will also be donated to the Center. (Just remember to mention this fundraiser to your server!)
Friday, February 27
Michael Mayo: Looking for something to jazz up your Friday night? Skidmore’s Arthur Zankel Music Center will be opening their doors at 7pm for a performance by Grammy-nominated vocalist Michael Mayo. He’s known for his layered harmonies influenced by jazz and his impressive-yet-chill performances.
Saturday, February 28
Kings Tavern Spelling Bee: Bring your typos to life with this buzzed spelling bee, hosted by Kings Tavern, The Sunday Girls, and Sun Cruiser. Benefitting local school children, the 4th Annual Spelling Bee will open for registration at 1pm, with a $10 entry fee. Grand prizes, raffles, and 50/50 tickets will add to the fun.
Schuylerville Hootenanny: Ready to come out of hibernation? The 2nd Annual Schuylerville Hootenanny (I had to look it up, too) will be hosted at Saratoga Apple by Revolution Cafe and Ferdle Turtle Brewing Company. Enjoy live music, merch, and snowmobiling.
Home & Lifestyle Show: Get spring-ready at the Rotary Club of Saratoga Springs’ annual Home & Lifestyle Show, going on at the City Center this Saturday and Sunday. Gather inspiration from experts and learn how to plan financially for your next home improvement project. All proceeds support community programs and scholarships.
—Bevin