Blacksmithing demo
The Saratoga Historical Foundation is making sparks fly with a blacksmithing demonstration on Oct. 4.
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“Forging On a Sunny Afternoon” is a free event highlighting the skill and artistry of two blacksmiths, who will be working on the patio of the Saratoga History Museum. Saratoga’s history of blacksmithing extends to the 1800s; the first two blacksmiths in Saratoga were Henry Jarboe and James McWilliams. According to the Saratoga Historical Foundation, blacksmiths were essential in pioneer communities in the 1850s. They made and repaired tools for building and farming and smaller housewares for cooking and laundry, shod horses, repaired and even built wagons and carriages.
The McWilliams House, an 1850s pioneer cottage, will also be open for a tour by a costumed guide. A one-room schoolhouse will also be open to show what schooling was like in the 1800s. Visitors will also be able to watch films on blacksmithing.
For more information, visit https://www.saratogahistory.com.
Witchy Walk-A-Bout
With scarecrows coming out of their yearlong retirement, families are in for more low-key spooks with the Witchy Walk-A-Bout in Saratoga Village. The event set for Oct. 25, 2-4 p.m.
Saratoga resident Jill Hunter said this her 20th year hosting the event, which is free for all. The event promises costumes, games, candy and trick-or-treating, among other festivities.
