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]
12/8/25 – ON MONDAY DECEMBER 8TH, 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
12/9/25 – On Wednesday December 10th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls present, “Conversations with the Past, The Glens Falls Trolley Project” at 7pm. Ken Wheeler and Forest Bevins of the Upstate Model Railroaders will take you behind the scenes of the Glens Falls Trolley display in the DeLong House dining room. They’ll share the research, design process, and stories that brought this local history project to life. The program is free for Chapman Members; or $10.00 for non-members. Payment is required at the time of registration. Space is limited. To register, please call 518-793-2826.
12/10/25 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 11:30AM TO 5:30PM ON THE CASTLETON CAMPUS OF VERMONT STATE UNIVERSITY 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
12/10/25 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10TH, 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
12/10/25 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE SARATOGA SPRINGS METHODIST CHURCH AT 175 FIFTH AVENUE 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
12/10/25 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT CHESTERTOWN TOWN HALL ON ROUTE NINE. 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
12/11/25 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 11TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON 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
12/11/25 – On Friday December 12th, the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance, in association with the Warren County Commission for the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution, will host a day of special events in Lake George to honor Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery, the daring 1775-1776 winter expedition that delivered 60 tons of artillery to General George Washington’s army and helped secure Boston’s liberation from the British. The commemoration features three cornerstone events: Henry Knox arrives at Lake George by boat with cannonat 3pm atLake George Battlefield Park on Beach Road. A reception with historian Rick Atkinsonat 4:30pm at theHoliday Inn Resort; followed by a free public conversation with Rick Atkinson at 7pm atLake George High School. The Lake George events are part of a larger regional tribute, with additional commemorations taking place on December 13th and 14thin Fort Edward, Fort Miller, Schuylerville, Cohoes, and Albany. For more information and updates, visit www dot lake george battle field dot org
12/12/25 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 12TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 4PM AT SARATOGA HOSPITAL AT 211 CHURCH STREET 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
12/12/25 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 12TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE WILTON BRANCH OF THE SARATOGA YMCA AT 20 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
12/12/25 – On Friday December 12th, the Town of Chester Library will host an art reception and meet the artist for Phyllis Brown’s colorful Oil and Acrylic paintings from 3 to 5pm. Light refreshments will be served and the Library is located on the second floor of the town of Chester Municipal Center on Route Nine.
12/13/25 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 13TH, 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
12/13/25 – On Saturday December 13th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will hold their annual Holiday Open House from 10am to 4pm. Join the Chapman for a festive day filled with free admission, children’s activities, and refreshments. Stop by the gift shop to find the perfect present, and don’t miss your chance to snap a photo with Santa in the beautifully decorated DeLong House parlor between 11am and 1pm. There will also be a special holiday-themed Storytime at 11:30am
12/13/25 – On Saturday December 13th the Hudson River Shakespeare Company will present its annual Christmas show at the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls at 7pm. Come and enjoy an evening of Christmas songs, poems, and skits performed by members of the company. Admission is $5.00 and the doors open at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit their Facebook page or call 518-747-4418.
12/13/25 – The Slate Valley Museum in Granville’s 2025 Holiday Festival will celebrate the holidays with an array of decorative displays and craft activities. This year’s theme, “Christmas in the Barn,” is inspired by the museum’s 30th anniversary celebration. The festival will feature an array of decorative displays, most of which have been designed and created by the public. The Festival will remain on view at the museum during the following scheduled hours: Saturday, December 6th from 2 to 8pm. Tuesday December 9th through Thursday December 11th from Noon to 4pm. Friday, December 12th from 4 to 8pm; and, Saturday the 13th from 2 to 8pm. Admission to the museum is free. Group visits are encouraged. Schools, senior groups, or other community organizations can schedule their free group visit by contacting the museum at mail at slate valley museum dot org or 518-642-1417. They can also drop in during scheduled public hours.
12/17/25 – ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 17TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 11AM TO 3PM AT 25 WILLOWBROOK DRIVE 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
12/18/25 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 18TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE QUEENSBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AT 460 AVIATION ROAD. 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
12/18/25 – ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 18TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE SARATOGA WILTON ELKS LODGE AT 1 ELKS 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
12/18/25 – On Thursday December 18th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will present a screening of the holiday classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life” at 7pm complete with popcorn and cocoa. This timeless film tells the story of an angel sent from Heaven to help a frustrated businessman by revealing what the world would have been like without him. The program is free but requires registration. Space is limited. To register, please call 518-793-2826.
12/19/25 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 2PM AT WARREN COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES ON ROUTE NINE IN THE WARREN COUNTY MUNICIPAL CENTER COMPLEX. 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
12/19/25 – ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1:30 TO 6PM AT THE WILTON BRANCH OF THE SARATOGA YMCA AT 10 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE IN MALTA. 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
12/20/25 – ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 20TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO NOON AT THE OLD SARATOGA REFORMED CHURCH AT 48 PEARL 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
12/30/25 – Through December 31st, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls invites visitors to step back in time with, “A Seat at the Table: Discussions from the Past.”This immersive experience offers a glimpse into how families in the Glens Falls region may have discussed some of history’s most defining moments, from the Blizzard of 1888 to the moon landing of 1969, around their own dining tables. For more information about the exhibit, hours, and admission, visit www dot chapman museum dot org or call 518-793-2826.
12/31/25 – THROUGH JANUARY 1ST, THE TOWN OF JOHNSBURG PRESENTS, “LIGHTS ON JOHNSBURG” A SIX WEEK CELEBRATION OF THE HOLIDAYS AND WINTER SKI SEASON. BUSINESSES ARE DECORATED WITH LIGHTS AND BOWS INCLUDING THE NORTH CREEK STATION AND RIVERFRONT PARK. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW DOT TANNERY POND DOT ORG AND CLICK ON “EVENTS.”
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 – The Chapman Museum in Glens Falls offers guided tours every Thursday from 1 to 2pm year-round. Tours are included with regular museum admission, museum members are free. Admission is a suggested donation of $10.00 for adults; and $7.00 for seniors and students. Veterans, active-duty military, and children under 12 are free. Advance registration is not required but space is limited, please arrive early to secure your spot. For more information, visit chapman museum dot org or call 518-793-2826.
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 – SARATOGA MENTORING, A PROGRAM OF CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF SARATOGA, WARREN AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES ARE IN NEED OF HIGH QUALITY INDIVIDUALS TO VOLUNTEER TO HELP AT RISK YOUTH AGES 5 TO 17 YEARS OLD FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS A WEEK FOR ONE FULL YEAR. TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT VOLUNTEERING, CALL 518-581-1487, E-MAIL SARATOGA MENTORING AT SWWCC DOT ORG OR GO ONLINE AT WWW DOT SARATOGA MENTORING DOT ORG AND CLICK ON, “MENTORS WANTED.”
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 RE
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 MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY METHODIST CHURCH AT 15 MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS AND IN OTHER VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE AND TOWN OF SOUTH GLENS FALLS AND MOREAU