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]
10/19/26 – ON MONDAY OCTOBER 19TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT THE HARTFORD FIRE COMPANY AT ROUTES 40 AND 149. 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
10/19/26 – BEGINNING MONDAY OCTOBER 19TH, THE HARTFORD VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY AUXILIARY WILL BE HOLDING THEIR FALL CAKE ROLL SALE THROUGH MONDAY NOVEMBER 9TH. CHOOSE BETWEEN PUMPKIN CAKE WITH REAL CREAM CHEESE FROSTING OR APPLE CIDER DONUT 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.
10/20/26 – On Tuesday October 20th, the Warren County Department of Workforce Development will hold a free job fair featuring 25 local employers offering a variety of white collar and blue collar positions. The job fair will be held at 333 Glen Street in Glens Falls in the Community Room on the second floor from 11am to 2pm.
10/20/26 – ON TUESDAY OCTOBER 20TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 12:45 TO 5:45PM 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
10/20/26 – ON TUESDAY OCTOBER 20TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE FORT WILLIAM HENRY RESORT ON CANADA STREET IN LAKE GEORGE. 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
10/20/26 – On Tuesday October 20th, the Warren County Department of Planning & Community Development and Capital Region Clean Energy Hub will hold a free Energy Education Workshop from 4 to 7pm at Chester Town Hall on Route Nine that will help property owners learn ways to save money and energy in their home as we head toward winter. The first 30 attendees to register will receive a FREE kit for do-it-yourself energy saving measures, a personalized energy saving plan and resources to find more help if needed. Attendees should bring questions and their utility bill if possible. Those who would like to attend can register at : www dot clean energy capital region dot org backslash events backslash warren-county-energy-literacy-workshop
10/21/26 – ON WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 21ST, THE MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY METHODIST CHURCH AT 15 MAPLEWOOD PARKWAY IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS WILL BE HOLDING A FREE COMMUNITY MEAL FROM 5 TO 6PM. THIS MONTH’S MEAL IS GOULASH WITH CRUSTY BREAD, SALAD, AND CAKE FOR DESSERT. THE CHURCH HOLDS THESE COMMUNITY MEALS ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH.
10/21/26 – On Wednesday October 21st, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls presents, “Spooky Stories with Bea” at 7pm. All ages are invited to join Bea Roman for an evening of spooky stories read aloud. From classics like The Legend of Sleepy Hollow to more modern tales, there’s something to give everyone a fright—and keep you entertained! The program is free but requires a reservation. Space is limited. To register, call 518-793-2826.
10/22/26 – ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 22ND, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 5PM AT ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH AT 149 LAKE 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
10/22/26 – ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 22ND, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 4PM AT THE CASTLETON AMERICAN LEGION 378 ROUTE 4A 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
10/22/26 – ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 22ND, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM 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
10/22/26 – ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 23RD, THE MOREAU COMMUNITY CENTER WILL HOLD ITS, “HALLOWEEN HORROR” TRIVIA NIGHT FROM 5 TO 9PM AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER LOCATED AT 144 MAIN STREET IN SOUTH GLENS FALLS. COST IS $25.00 PER PERSON WITH TEAMS OF FOUR. TO SIGN UP, CALL 518-792-6007.
10/23/26 – ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 23RD, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 6:30AM TO 4:30PM AT GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL ON PARK 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
10/23/26 – The Warrensburg Thurman Historical Society presents, “Shadows of Warrensburg,” A guided night time ghost walk through Warrensburg. Hear local ghost stories, tales of unexplained happenings, and firsthand accounts from paranormal investigations at locations along the route. Walks take place on Saturday 24th, and 31st at 7pm beginning at the Floyd Bennett Bandstand. Tickets are $30.00 per person and reservations are required. To reserve a spot call 518-623-2928
10/24/26 – ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 24TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8AM TO 1PM AT THE DOROTHY NOLAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT 221 JONES 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
10/24/26 – SATURDAY OCTOBER 24TH, THE TOWN OF CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL HOLD THE FINAL OF ITS FREE, “TECH SUPPORT” SATURDAYS FROM 10AM TO NOON. IF YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH YOUR MOBILE DEVICES, PEOPLE WILL BE ON HAND FOR FREE CONSULTATIONS ON USE AND PROBLEMS. THIS IS ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS AND REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR CHORDS AND ACCOUNT PASSWORDS IN CASE THEY ARE NEEDED. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE LIBRARY AT 518-494-5384
10/24/26 – On Saturday, October 24th, the Glens Falls Symphony presents its 3rd annual “Halloween Family Concert” at 1pm at the Wood Theater prior to the Glens Falls Collaborative’s annual Halloween downtown, “Boo 2 You!” The concert will feature symphony members in brass quintet and a percussion duo. To purchase tickets visit www dot the glens falls symphony dot org or call 518-793-1348.
10/24/26 – The Friends of the Crandall Public Library will hold their used book sale Friday October 23rd and Saturday the 24th, from 9am to 4pm both days. Adult books are $1.00. Books for children and teens 4 for $1.00. Mass market paperbacks 8 for $1.00. A selection of individually priced Antiquarian books will also be available. The sale will take place on the lower level of the Library. Cash and checks only and remember to bring your own bags. All proceeds will benefit Crandall Public Library
10/24/26 – On Saturday October 24th, Up Yonda Farm on Route 9N in Bolton Landing will hold its annual “Trunk or Treat” event from 3 to 5pm. The staff will have a variety of fun activities and at least 20 Trick-or-Treat stations for kids to enjoy. Dress up in your Halloween best to Trick-or-Treat among decorated vehicles, and the Bolton Free Library Board of Trustees will be handing out books, while representatives of Silent Wings Raptor Rehab and Education Program show off some of their birds for viewing. This event is open to all ages, and there is no charge.
10/25/26 – On Sunday October 25th, as part of the de Blasiis Chamber Music Series the Glens Falls Symphony presents pianist Kotaro Fukuma at 3pm in the Helen Froehlich Auditorium at the Hyde Collection on Warren Street in Glens Falls. To purchase tickets visit: www dot the glens falls symphony dot org.
10/25/26 – On Sunday, October 25th the Upstate Model Railroaders will be holding an Open House and Freight Yard Sale from Noon to 3pm. Members will be on hand running trains and to answer questions. Come play with trains. The Upstate Model Railroaders are located at 22 Hudson Falls Road in South Glens Falls in the Epic Ventures Building at Door #27.
10/26/26 – ON TUESDAY OCTOBER 27TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 6PM AT THE MALTA AMBULANCE SQUAD 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
10/28/26 – ON WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 2PM AT THE WARRENSBURG JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ON SCHROON RIVER ROAD IN WARRENSBURG. 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
10/28/26 – ON WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH, 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
10/28/26 – ON WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM NOON TO 6PM AT THE SARATOGA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY AT 49 HENRY 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
10/28/26 – ON WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 1 TO 5PM AT THE MINERVA CENTRAL SCHOOL ON ROUTE 29 IN OLMSTEADVILLE. 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 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
10/31/26 – 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.
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