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]
10/29/26 – ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 29TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 1:30PM AT THE BOLTON CENTRAL SCHOOL AT 26 HORICON AVENUE IN BOLTON LANDING. 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
10/29/26 – ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 29TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE BALLSTON CENTER ARP CHURCH AT 58 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
10/30/26 – ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 30TH, 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
10/30/26 – On Friday October 30th, the Hudson River Shakespeare Company will present Murder, Mayhem, and the Macabre: A Halloween Reading of spooktacular prose and poetry at The Sandy Hill Arts Center, 214 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Members of the theatre company will read poems and stories by Edgar Allen Poe, Goethe, and, of course, Shakespeare. The door opens at 7:00pm and the reading begins at 7:30 pm. Admission is free and refreshments will be available and costumes are encouraged.
10/31/26 – On Saturday October 31st, the Fort Ann Cemetery Association will be holding a clean-up day from 9am to 12Noon. Anyone interest in helping is welcome to join in. You will need to bring your own tools and safety items, such as rakes, clippers, gloves, and safety glasses. If you wish to clean the monument or headstones of loved ones, a product called, “Wet and Forget” works well and is easy to use. It can be purchased online or at local hardware or home improvement stores.
10/31/26 – On Saturday October 31st, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls presents, “Trick or Treat at the Museum. Stop by the Museum lobby on Halloween, anytime between 10am and 4pm in your best costume for a spooktacular treat! Whether you’re a ghost, goblin, superhero, or storybook character, the museum have a little surprise waiting just for you.
10/31/26 – On Saturday October 31st, the Grant Cottage in Wilton is holding Halloween specials. Join them at 1pm for a FREE, spooky program that shares dark, lesser-known stories, mysteries, and tragedies that occurred on Mt. McGregor over the last 150 years—moving beyond just the well-known final days of President Ulysses S.Grant. Later that evening, Gates will re-open at 5pm for the Victorian Lantern light Mourning Tours, which start promptly at 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30pm. Experience Grant Cottage by evening lantern light as it was in 1885, just after the death of Ulysses S. Grant. Encounter members of the Grant family in mourning as your tour guide discusses Victorian mourning and funerary practices. Each Tour is limited to 10 individuals. Cost is $15.00. Registered guests ONLY. To register go online at www dot grant cottage dot org backslash events
11/2/26 – ON MONDAY NOVEMBER 2ND, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 11:30AM TO 4:30PM AT THE BALLSTON SPA ELKS LODGE AT 10 HAMILTON PLACE 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
11/4/26 – ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO NOON AT SCHUYLERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL AT 14 SPRING 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
11/4/26 – ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10:30AM TO 3:30PM AT THE JOHNSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL AT 165 MAIN STREET IN NORTH CREEK. 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
11/4/26 – On Wednesday November 4th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls presents a Family Craft program, “Paper Plate Pies” from 3:30 to 4:30pm. Using paper plates, paper cutouts, plenty of creativity, and more, you’ll create your own mini-Thanksgiving pie to decorate your home for the season. Parental participation is encouraged, and supervision is required. This program is free but requires a reservation. To register, call 518-793-2826.
11/4/26 – On Wednesday November 4th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will hold a program, “The Black Watch” at 7pm. Join “New York Archives” magazine for a riveting presentation led by New York State Archivist, Brian Keough. Originally sent abroad to fight in the War of the Austrian Succession, the Black Watch later found solace in the Adirondacks. These highlands were not only reminiscent of the Watch’s homeland but safeguarded their culture. Brian will discuss the Black Watch’s role in some of the bloodiest battles that took place in New York and their contributions to Scottish immigration in the United States. This program is free for everyone, but does require registration. Space is limited. To register, call 518-793-2826.
11/5/26 – ON THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO 1PM AT CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL AT 24 SOUTH PARK STREET IN CAMBRIDGE. 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
11/5/26 – ON THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE BROADALBIN KENYETTO FIRE DEPARTMENT AT 14 PINE STREET IN BROADALBIN. 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
11/6/26 – ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH,THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 45 WASHINGTON 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
11/6/26 – ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 6PM AT THE SARATOGA YMCA AT 290 WEST 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
11/6/26 – During the month of November, the Town of Chester Library is hosting Oil and Gouache Paintings by Fred Holman in the Ruplin Gallery and display case. On Friday November 6th, there will be a reception to meet the artist from 3 to 4pm. Light Refreshments will be served and for information call the library at 518-494-5384
11/7/26 – ON SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO 1PM AT THE WILTON FIRE DEPARTMENT AT 270 BALLARD ROAD IN GANSVOORT. 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
11/7/26 – ON SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 2PM 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
11/7/26 – On Saturday November 7th, the Warren County Historical Society will host an Open House from 11am to 2pm at its headquarters at 50 Gurney Lane in Queensbury. The community is invited to meet new Executive Director Carol Ann Conover as well as board members, staff, volunteers, and interns who care for Warren County’s history. Learn what the Historical Society does, and explore museum exhibits, archives, and genealogy collections. Admission is free and all are welcome.
11/8/26 – On Sunday, November 8th, the Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Charles Peltz present, “Revolutions Old & New,” music that revolutionized cultures and the arts at 4pm in the Glens Falls High School Auditorium. Charles Peltz will hold a pre-concert talk beginning at 3pm which is included in the price of admission. Doors at Glens Falls High School open at 2:30pm. Tickets are available at www dot the glens falls symphony dot org or by calling 518-793-1348. Tickets will also be sold in the lobby entrance (Door A) the day of the show based on availability.
11/9/26 – THROUGH MONDAY NOVEMBER 9TH, THE HARTFORD VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY AUXILIARY WILL BE HOLDING THEIR FALL CAKE ROLL SALE. CHOOSE BETWEEN PUMPKIN CAKE WITH REAL CREAM CHEESE FROSTING OR APPLE CIDER DONUT CAKE WITH BUTTERCREAM FROSTING. CAKES ARE $18.00 PER ROLL AND WILL BE SOLD FROZEN TO BE THAWED WHEN READY TO SERVE. TO PLACE AN ORDER, CALL 518-926-8780. PICK UP DAY IS SATURDAY NOVEMBER 14TH FROM 10AM TO NOON AT THE FIREHOUSE ON ROUTE 40 AND 149.
11/14/26 – ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13TH AND SATURDAY THE 14, ST. MICHAEL’S ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS WILL HOLD ITS HOLIDAY MARKET PLACE CRAFT FAIR IN THE PARISH HALL. TIMES OF THE SALE ARE FRIDAY THE 13TH FROM 3 TO 8PM, AND SATURDAY THE 14TH FROM 9AM TO 3PM. THERE WILL BE HAD MADE CRAFTS, VENDORS, BAKE SALE, AND THE CUISINE CAFE. SANTA WILL ALSO BE ON HAND SATURDAY TO VISIT WITH KIDS.
11/30/26 – Through November 30th, the Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls is once again selling, “Taste Of” gift cards. This year’s program features 15 popular local restaurants, giving residents and visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy a great meal while supporting both small businesses and Kiwanis’ community initiatives. Buyers can purchase one or more $50.00 gift cards from their choice of participating restaurants. Each gift card is redeemable only at the restaurant selected at the time of purchase. To purchase a, “Taste Of” gift card, visit www dot Glens FallsTaste dot com, or reach out to a Kiwanis of Glens Falls member for a postcard with more information.
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
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