COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR
If your not for profit organization has an event coming up that you’d like to add to our community events calendar, there are three ways to get them us. Mail them to: EVENTS c/o Regional Radio Group, 238 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804. Fax it to us at 518-761-9893; or e-mail them at [email protected]
12/2/24 – ON MONDAY DECEMBER 2ND, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT THE BALLSTON SPA ELKS LODGE AT 10 HAMILTON PLACE. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/2/24 – On Wednesday December 4th, Warren County Office of Emergency Services and the National Weather Service (NWS) will hold a free weather spotter training session from 6 to 8pm at Warren County Sheriff’s Office Training Room on Route 9 in Queensbury that will help expand the local network of weather spotters, who provide details about conditions around the county during notable weather events to the National Weather Service. For more information go to www dot weather dot gov backslash skywarn
12/3/24 – ON TUESDAY DECEMBER 3RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 2PM AT GREENWICH HIGH SCHOOL AT 10 GRAY AVENUE. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/3/24 – ON TUESDAY DECEMBER 3RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT SARATOGA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY AT 49 HENRY STREET. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/3/24 – ON TUESDAY DECEMBER 3RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 11:30AM TO 5:30PM ON THE CAMPUS OF VERMONT STATE UNIVERSITY CASTLETON CAMPUS AT 49 UNIVERSITY DRIVE IN CASTLETON VERMONT. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/4/24 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 4TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 3PM AT 333 GLEN STREET IN GLENS FALLS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/4/24 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 4TH,THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE NORTHVILLE METHODIST CHURCH AT 301 SOUTH MAIN STREET. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/4/24 – On Wednesday December 4th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls presents, a Family Craft Program, “Stencil Ornaments” from 4 to 5pm. Participants will make multiple ornaments using stencils and other craft supplies! You can take your ornaments home with you or add them to the special “Children’s Tree” in the Museum for others to admire. Parental participation is encouraged, and supervision is required. This program is free but requires a reservation. To register, please call (518)793-2826.
12/5/24 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 5TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 1:30PM AT THE STUDENT CENTER ON THE CAMPUS OF SUNY ADIRONDACK ON BAY ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/5/24 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 5TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 3PM AT 25 STATION LANE IN SARATOGA SPRINGS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/6/24 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 6TH ,THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 3PM AT THE TOWN OF BALLSTON TOWN HALL AT 323 CHARLTON ROAD IN BALLSTON SPA. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/6/24 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 6TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 3PM AT 178 GLEN STREET IN GLENS FALLS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/7/24 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 7TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO NOON AT AMERICAN LEGION POST 278 ON CLANCEY STREET IN SCHUYLERVILLE. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/7/24 – On Saturday December 7th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will hold its Holiday Open House from 10am to 6pm. Enjoy free admission, fun activities for children, and refreshments all day. Capture a memory with Santa in the beautifully decorated DeLong House parlor and don’t miss the special holiday-themed, “Storytime at the Museum” at 11:30am.
12/7/24 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 7TH, THE FRIENDS OF THE CHESTER LIBRARY WILL HOLD ITS PRE-HOLIDAY BOOK SALE FROM 10AM TO 2PM IN THE BOOK ROOM LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF THE TOWN OF CHESTER MUNICIPAL CENTER ON ROUTE NINE.
12/7/24 – On Saturday December 7th, the Church of The Holy Cross, 3764 Main Street in Warrensburg, is holding a bazaar and quiche luncheon from 9am to 3pm. Featuring a cookie walk, candy walk, food sale, treasures from Grandmother’s Attic and vendors will offer crafts and gifts to meet your holiday needs. Pre-order fresh green wreaths and kissing balls by calling Glenna at 518-932-9597. Free children’s activities include making candy with the elf and choosing a toy from Santa’s Sack.
12/7/24 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 7TH, THE HARTFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE HOLDING A HOLIDAY MARKET FROM 10AM TO 2PM IN THE SCHOOL CAFETERIA. ALL ITEMS FOR SALE ARE HANDMADE BY THE STUDENTS AND INCLUDE: DOG TREATS, HOLIDAY DÉCOR. WOOD CRAFTS, HORSE SHOE DÉCOR, FISHING LURES, JEWELRY, SPICES AND BAKED GOODS.
12/7/24 – The Slate Valley Museum at 10 Water Street in Granville’s annual holiday festival will celebrate with an array of decorative displays and craft activities, many of which will explore this year’s theme of, “Peace on Earth.” The opening celebration will take place Saturday, December 7th from 3 to 7:30pm. Santa and Mrs.Claus will visit the museum from 3 to 5pm. The evening will include drop-in holiday craft activities for kids, cookies, and hot cocoa. The festival features an array of decorative displays, including trees, centerpieces, table settings, gingerbread creations, and other examples of seasonal décor. Displays will be open to the public daily December 8th through 15th from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free.
12/8/24 – On Tuesday December 10th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will be holiding a cookie decorating workshop from 6 to 8pm In this hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to decorate cookies using an array of colored icings. Under the guidance of the expert bakers, you’ll learn professional decorating techniques and tips that will take your holiday treats to the next level. This program is limited to 10 participants. The program is $35 per participant or $30 for Chapman Members. Payment is required at the time of registration. All materials will be provided, along with free hot cocoa and popcorn. To register, please call 518-793-2826.
12/9/24 – Warren County Public Health and Ascend Mental Wellness have partnered to host a workshop to help educate the public about mental health issues and local options for mental health assistance. The “Mental Health 101” event will be held in Crandall Public Library’s Christine McDonald Community Room, on Thursday December 12th from 6 to 7pm. This will be the fourth of the agencies’ Mental Health 101 programs in 2024, similar to events held in Queensbury, Warrensburg and Chestertown. In addition to a presentation from experts and related discussion, the event will include a number of community organizations that will be on hand with information about their services, including mental health resources. There is no charge to attend and registration is not required. Those with questions can call Dan Durkee, Program Administrator & Emergency Preparedness Coordinator at Warren County Public Health, 518-761-6580 or email durkee dat warren county ny dot gov
12/10/24 – ON TUESDAY DECEMBER 10TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 6PM AT THE QUEENSBURY HOTEL ON RIDGE STREET IN GLENS FALLS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/10/24 – On Wednesday December 11th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls presents, “Conversations with the Past Dr. Joseph Warren: Namesake of our County” at 7pm. Speakers: Dr. Stan Cianfarano, President of the Warren County Historical Society and Warren County Historian, and Teri Rogers, Executive Director of Warren County Historical Society and will present an overview of the life and historical significance of Dr. Joseph Warren, the patriot and founding father for whom Warren County is named. The program will cover his childhood. His career as a physician in Boston; his role as a propagandist and leader of the colonial rebellion against the British in the mid-18th century; his martyrdom at the Battle Bunker Hill; and the historical legacy of his life. The program is free but requires a reservation. To register, call 518-793-2826.
12/11/24 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 11TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE KINGSBURY FIRE DEPARTMENT ON BURGOYNE AVENUE IN HUDSON FALLS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/12/24 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 12TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 7:30AM TO 12:30PM AT BROADABLIN PERTH HIGH SCHOOL AT 100 BRIDGE STREET EXTENSION IN BROALBIN. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/12/24 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 12TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE MALL ON AVIATION ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/13/24 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 13TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 4PM AT SARATOGA HOSPITAL AT 211 CHURCH STREET. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/13/24 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 13TH, THERED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE WILTON BRANCH OF THE SARATOGA YMCA ON OLD GICK ROAD IN SARATOGA SPRINGS. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/14/24 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 14TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO NOON AT THE STILLWATER UNITED CHURCH AT 747 HUDSON AVENUE IN STILLWATER. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
12/14/24 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 14TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 2PM AT QUEENSBURY VFW POST 6196 ON LUZERNE ROAD IN QUEENSBURY. APPOINTMENTS ARE MANDATORY. THERE IS A CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD AND ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, CONTACT THE RED CROSS BY CALLING 1-800-RED CROSS OR GO ONLINE AT RED CROSS BLOOD DOT ORG
TFN – FOOD FOR THOUGHT IS AN INITIATIVE THAT GETS FOOD TO THOSE WHO NEED IT IN OUR LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN WARREN AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES. THE CURRENT NEED IS APPROXIMATELY 11 THOUSAND SNACKS PER MONTH IN 14 LOCAL DISTRICTS. DONATIONS OF SNACKS CAN BE MADE AT HILLTOP CONSTRUCTION 21 CASEY ROAD IN QUEENSBURY OR O’BRIEN INSURANCE ON BAY STREET IN GLENS FALLS. SNACK DONATIONS IDEAS ARE BAGS OF PRETZELS AND GOLD FISH, GRANOLA BARS, AND APPLE SAUCE POUCHES. MONETARY DONATIONS MADE PAYABLE TO O’BRIEN’S ANGELS ARE ALSO ACCEPTED.
TFN – Every Friday Morning at 11am, the Town of Chester Library presents, “Story Time and Sing-a-long with Wendy” in the library located on the second floor of the town of Chester Municipal Center on Route Nine. For more info call 518-494-5384
TFN – ARE YOU A VETERAN IN NEED OF DENTAL CARE? THE NEW YORK STATE DENTAL FOUNDATION MAYBE ABLE TO HELP CONNECT YOU TO A DENTIST IN YOUR AREA WHO WILL PROVIDE FREE DENTAL TREATMENT. VISIT WWW DOT NYS DENTAL FOUNDATION DOT ORG OR CALL 518-689-2772FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REQUEST HELP TODAY.
TFN – THE WARREN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY IS OFFERING THE COMPLETE SET OF 19TH CENTURY NEW YORK STATE COUNTIES HISTORIES IN DIGITAL FORM ON A COMPUTER THUMB DRIVE. THE THUMB DRIVE CAN BE USED ON PC’S OR A MACINTOSH COMPUTER AND COMES ON A 16 OR 32 GIGABYTE THUMB DRIVE AND HAS ROOM FOR MORE THAT CAN BE ADDED BY THE OWNER. COST IS $25.00 PLUS $5.00 FOR SHIPPING. FOR MORE INFORMATION E-MAIL: INFO AT WCNYHS DOT ORG.
TFN – Federal funding is available to assist residents of Warren and Saratoga Counties who would like to open home-based child care businesses. Warren County residents who are interested in applying for funding can call the Warren County Career Center at 518-743-0925 orSouthern Adirondack Child Care Network at 518-798-7972. Saratoga County residents who would like to apply can call the Saratoga County Career Center at 518-884-4170 or Brightside Up at 518-426-7181.
TFN – If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 988 provides connection to free, confidential support. There is hope. The Lifeline works. For 24/7 confidential support, just call, text, or chat 988.
TFN – THE CLOTHING DONATION SHED OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 56 IN HUDSON FALLS IS OPEN AND LOCATED AT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH AT 9 RIVER STREET. THE TROOP ACCEPTS DONATIONS OF CLEAN AND WELL CARED FOR PRE-OWNED CLOTHING. ACCEPTED ITEMS ARE CLOTHING, SHOES, BELTS, PURSES, BLANKETS, SHEETS, CURTAINS, PILLOWCASES, AND STUFFED ANIMALS. THE TROOP RECEIVES FUNDING FOR THE DONATIONS AND HAS THE OPTION TO USE DONATIONS TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY AS WELL.
TFN – Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County offers a free, confidential Family Budget Coaching Program to community residents. The one-on-one sessions are available to individuals and families who want to improve their financial literacy, set goals, create a savings plan, reduce debt and get a better handle on their finances. The trained coaches will offer sessions either via zoom or in person in Glens Falls, Warrensburg and Johnsburg. For more information on this program, please contact Roxanne Westcott at rmw 38 at cornell dot edu or call (518) 668-4881.
TFN – IF YOU DON’T PRESENTLY HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE, THE CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM AT GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL PAYS FOR THE COST OF MAMMOGRAMS, PAP TESTS, AND TAKE HOME COLON CANCER TESTS. MOST LOCAL DOCTORS AND HEALTH CENTERS PARTICIPATE AND BOTH MEN AND WOMEN ARE ELIGIBLE. CALL 518-926-6570 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
TFN – BOY SCOUT TROOP 99 IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS CONDUCTS AN ON GOING DEPOSIT BOTTLE AND CAN DRIVE TO SUPPORT ITS OUTDOOR PROGRAMS. COLLECTION BINS CAN BE FOUND AT THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SOUTH GLENS FALLS AT 15 MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY AND IN OTHER VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE AND TOWN OF SOUTH GLENS FALLS AND MOREAU