September 5, 2026

friends at the market

Saturday’s Non-profit guests

Cornell Cooperative Extention: Master Gardeners

The Saratoga County Master Gardeners are passionate local volunteers who share research-based gardening knowledge with the community. From diagnosing plant and soil problems to offering seasonal gardening advice, they help local gardens thrive — and they also accept soil samples for testing to help gardeners better understand and improve their soil. 

Academy for Lifelong Learning

A.L.L. of Saratoga County offers engaging educational opportunities for adults who love to learn, connect, and explore new interests. Through a wide variety of classes, lectures, discussions, and special programs, A.L.L. fosters intellectual curiosity and lifelong enrichment in a welcoming community setting.

Comfort Food Community

Comfort Food Community is a local nonprofit addressing food insecurity in our region. CFC organizes several food voucher programs sponsored by local health care institutions and Medicaid. These vouchers are part of CFC’s Produce Prescription program, which helps individuals with chronic health conditions and lower incomes access nutritious local foods. Please visit the CFC stand for more information on how to join. 

Saturday’s Live music:

Running the River

Running the River, featuring Barry Weinstein on fiddle and Neil Yetwin on guitar and vocals, brings a lively mix of classic rock, country favorites, oldies, and traditional fiddle tunes to the market. From familiar favorites to toe-tapping fiddle music, their varied sound makes for a fun soundtrack to your market morning.

 

 

 

 

 

Geo Beat

Geo Beat brings the smooth, worldly sounds of jazz to the market with a distinctive pairing of guitar and vibraphone. Featuring Crispin Catricala and Dave Casner, the instrumental duo blends jazz standards, Brazilian Bossa Nova gems, and original compositions for a warm, melodic sound that’s perfect for a morning at the market.

 

 

 

Family Activities

Craft Time with the Saratoga Spring Public Library’s Mobile Library

Our friends from the Saratoga Springs Public Library‘s Mobile Library are bringing a little ladybug fun to the market! Kids can stop by to create their own ladybug magnet, and the library will have a handpicked selection of books to browse while you’re there. Find one you love? Bring your library card and check it out right at the market!