This weekend in Fort Edward, NY

Weekly Saturday community yoga in High Rock Park, beside the Governor Spring pavilion, is offered by the Saratoga Farmers’ Market and Yoga Mandali. Certified instructor Himanee Gupta leads gentle, all-level classes that weave movement, breath, and mindful focus, drawing on Kripalu yoga, restorative practices, chakra exploration, and reiki. Surrounded by fresh food, nature, and neighbors, sessions aim to leave participants grounded, refreshed, and energized. Attendance is free, with donations appreciated. Register online through Yoga Mandali or sign up on-site. Classes are weather dependent and will be canceled in rain or other inclement conditions.

Community Crew is an ongoing volunteer opportunity that supports the Community Farm and offers consistent ways to help in both the fields and the gardens. There is a place for everyone, whether tending garden beds or working out in the rows. Volunteers take on hands-on tasks such as harvesting fresh produce, planting new crops, weeding, and mulching pathways. No experience is required, and guidance is provided. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Come for a single session or many to help keep the farm thriving, get your hands dirty, meet good people, and have fun.

The 26th Annual Great Pumpkin Challenge supports Saratoga Bridges with a mix of races and seasonal fun. Choose from a 5K, a 10K, or a fun run for kids, and take part in a welcoming atmosphere where participants can run, walk, or roll. Awards recognize overall winners and leading finishers, participants can enjoy treats, and the first 1,200 registrants receive a complimentary long sleeve adult shirt. Festivities also include a costume contest and a pumpkin decorating contest that is seeking judges.

An art fair in Congress Park in downtown Saratoga Springs brings together artists from near and far across a wide range of genres. Attendees can browse, purchase artwork, and talk directly with the creators about their work. The event also includes community organizations, live music, and food. It is free and open to the public. Artist applications are closed.

Meet fellow papercraft enthusiasts at the library for a creative gathering focused on junk journaling. Middle school and high school students can make their own journals while connecting with others who share the same interest in paper arts. This welcoming session centers on shared creativity and the simple fun of crafting together.

Enjoy a hands-on, nature-focused workshop that fosters community wellness, connection, and environmental stewardship. Participants of all ages will create handmade wreaths using foraged natural materials to enhance autumn decor. Activities are weather dependent. The cost is $5 per person, and class sizes are limited.

This family-focused art-making program blends looking, discussion, and hands-on creativity. Attendees tour selected works, then use provided supplies to craft their own artwork. It is free and open to the public, intended for children 5 and older accompanied by an adult. No registration is required, and supplies are available on a first come, first served basis.

An annual bellydance benefit gathers performers from across New England to the Adirondacks for an evening showcase. Hosted by ADK-RAQS BELLYDANCE, the event takes place at the Sandy Hill Arts Center on the 5th floor stage and raises funds for Randy's Patient Assistance Fund at the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital. The day includes arrival and check in, a turns workshop that requires registration, a lunch break with time for hair and makeup, public entry, and the performance. Expect basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing. Tickets are $15 and available in advance or at the door. Proceeds support a community funded program that helps patients and their families during cancer treatment.

Returning for a second year, this family-friendly fall festival welcomes all ages with free admission. Attendees can enjoy a beer garden featuring Adirondack Brewery, food truck fare from Casa Reyes and Savory Pig, a fire for s’mores, a variety of games, and live music by Reese Fulmer and the Carriage House Band, plus additional activities.

See Hudson Crossing Park by moonlight on a guided evening walk that invites a slower pace, attention to shifting light, and the calm transition from day to night. Crepuscular wildlife such as deer, foxes, raccoons, rabbits, bats, and fireflies are often most active at dawn and dusk, and the glow of the moon can make their movements easier to notice. This free program is supported by the New York State Canal Corporation’s On the Canals program. All ages and abilities are welcome. The route follows the park’s accessible trail system with generally flat terrain and a mix of packed dirt, mowed grass, and paved surfaces. Registration is required and space is limited.

Next Stop Comedy brings stand-up to Adirondack Winery in Queensbury, NY, featuring comedians with television and podcast credits. Every show presents a brand new lineup, offering a fresh comedy experience each time at this local venue.

Aztec Two-Step 2.0 brings the enduring folk-rock legacy of Rex Fowler and his longtime musical partner Neal Shulman to Caffe Lena, now carried forward by Rex with guitarist and vocalist Dodie Pettit and an expanded band. The story began with a serendipitous meeting at a Boston open mic in 1971, leading to four influential 1970s albums on Elektra and RCA and steady critical acclaim. Their independent release Living in America later earned a spot in Billboard’s year-end critics poll and received the New York Music Award for Best Folk Album, and their journey became the subject of the PBS-aired documentary No Hit Wonder. Their debut was highlighted by Real Simple as one of the standout classic folk albums, and the group has been honored in the music halls of fame of New England and Long Island. Along the way they shared stages with artists such as The Band, Bruce Springsteen, Bonnie Raitt, Donovan, Judy Collins, Jackson Browne, America, Heart, Orleans, and The Beach Boys. The current 2.0 lineup infuses beloved favorites and rediscovered deep cuts with fresh arrangements and harmonies, a direction that has drawn praise from folk radio for revitalizing a celebrated catalog.

The Professional Women’s Bowling Association brings a one-day regional tournament to Kingpin’s Alley Family Fun Center. Regional events differ from standard tour stops because they are completed in a single day and do not award a national champion. Competitors will warm up, then bowl eight games of qualifying, with the top four advancing to a stepladder final that will be shown live on BowlTV. Spectators are welcome. Admission is $10 at the door for an all-day pass, and there are no advance ticket sales.

At The Hyde Collection, the 1916 silent film Snow White screens in a restored 63-minute presentation that influenced a teenage Walt Disney and helped spark his path into filmmaking. Harpist and composer Leslie McMichael performs an original live score, joined by her sister Barbara McMichael on viola. Tickets are $20, or $18 for members and seniors 60+.

This Bigfoot-themed voyage at Lake George Steamboat Company explores Adirondack lore through stories, research, and audience interaction. Johnny, host of Adirondack Bigfoot, shares local encounter accounts and lesser-known regional history. Guest speaker Paul Bartholomew, a veteran investigator with 50 years of experience and a key figure behind Whitehall’s Sasquatch protection law, offers expert perspective. TimBinnall is part of the lineup, and a live Q&A invites questions about the legendary cryptid. An exclusive meet-and-greet with The Adirondack Bigfoot provides a memorable photo opportunity. Johnny will sign copies of Adirondack Bigfoot Chronicles Volume 1, and exclusive cruise merchandise will be available. Onboard amenities include a small snack bar and a cocktail bar. The vessel is accessible to the second deck and welcomes strollers. Outside food and drinks are not permitted, schedules may change, and the boat is non-smoking and non-vaping. Service dogs are permitted only on the Pirate Cruise, and no pets are allowed.

Brenda Reyna and Kristen Zorda lead an evening centered on sacred cacao, mindful movement, intention setting, and soothing sound. The experience begins by sipping cacao while clarifying a personal intention, moves into a flowing practice designed to open the heart, then shifts into a creative moment to assemble a keepsake intention jar to carry that focus forward. It closes with a sound journey intended to nourish and amplify what was set in motion. The cost is $45 per person and includes cacao and the personal intention jar. Brenda discovered yoga through breath in the early 2000s, completed a 200 hour teacher training at Casa de Yoga in 2017, and has managed multiple studios, including Yoga Mandali. Her teaching invites deep breathing, steady pacing, and a sense of spaciousness, weaving in strengthening elements, hands-on support, music, poetry, and caring savasana assists. Kristen Zorda, ERYT-500, began teaching in 2014 and became the owner of Yoga Mandali in 2018. Her classes build a strong mind-body connection through breath, movement, and music, blending alignment-based Vinyasa with elements of Bhakti in a compassionate setting that supports students of all levels.