Are you planning on doing anything for Veterans Day? There’s a breakfast buffet in Ballston Spa, a parade in Albany, two ceremonies happening in Saratoga, and an event right at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library. See what else is on the slate for this weekend in the Clifton Park area.
Honor Our Veterans
Saturday, November 11
Head to Albany for the 62nd annual Veterans Day Parade. The parade is kicking off at the corner of Central Avenue and Ontario Street and will end the corner of Rockenstyre Way.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Saratoga National Historical Park
Saturday, November 11
Musket firing demonstrations and discussions about the Revolutionary War are a part of this Veterans Day Ceremony happening at Saratoga National Historical Park in Stillwater.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Maplewood Cemetery
Saturday, November 11
Maplewood Cemetery in Saratoga is hosting a Veterans Day memorial service followed by a luncheon.
Learn About Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) at the Library
Friday, November 10
You can learn about the original fly girls in a tribute to the unsung heroes of World War II at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library.
Ballston Spa Elks Breakfast Buffet
Sunday, November 12
Check out the all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet at the Ballston Spa Elks Lodge in Ballston Spa. Veterans and active military eat free.
Volunteer for a Food Drive
Concerned for the Hungry Thanksgiving Food Drive
Saturday, November 11 through Monday, November 20
The annual Concerned for the Hungry Thanksgiving Food Drive in Schenectady starts this weekend with sorting Boy Scout food donations. Check out the schedule of volunteer events if you’re interested in participating – there is no need to sign up or register, just show up.
Keep the Kids Entertained
Science Festival of the Capital Region
through Sunday, November 12
The Science Festival is happening at the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) now through Sunday. You and your kids can check out hands-on activities, demonstrations, workshops, simulations, stage shows, and more.
Friday, November 10
Board games, card games, and building games will be going on at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library for kids ages 4 to 11. Young kids must be accompanied by an adult.
See a Reggae Band
Dirty Heads at Upstate Concert Hall
Saturday, November 11
The reggae group Dirty Heads will be at Upstate Concert Hall right in Clifton Park this Saturday, along with The Unlikely Candidates and Tyrone’s Jacket.
Take a Walk
Saturday, November 11
You’ve likely heard about the 37-acre parcel of land that the Town of Clifton Park has agreed to purchase from the Shenendehowa School District. See it for yourself this weekend when the Friends of Clifton Park Open Space host a guided walking tour of the area.
Check Out a Wine Tasting
NYS Tasting at Exit 9 Wine & Liquor
Friday, November 10
Sample a variety of wines from across the state at Exit 9 Wine & Liquor in Clifton Park and then stock up for the holidays.
