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]
2/21/25 – On Saturday February 22nd, the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance will welcome the return of Professor Siobhan Hart at 11am in the Holiday Inn Resort Lake George. Professor Hart will discuss conclusions drawn from the archaeological exploration she conducted last June at the Lake George Battlefield Park with the aid of students and Alliance volunteers, and her plans for additional studies at the site this year. The event is free to the public. Those planning on attending are requested to reserve their seats in advance at : info at lake George battlefield dot org
2/22/25 – THE FRIENDS OF THE CHESTER LIBRARY WILL HOLD THEIR MID-WINTER BOOKSALE ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21ST FROM 9AM TO 3PM, AND SATURDAY THE 22ND FROM 9AM TO 2PM IN THE MUNICIPAL CENTER BOOK ROOM ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF THE TOWN OF CHESTER MUNICIPAL CENTER ON ROUTE NINE.
2/22/25 – ON SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22ND, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 2PM AT 365 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
2/22/25 – ON SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22ND, 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
2/22/25 – Through Sunday February 23rd, the Stoddard Gallery at the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls has a new exhibit. “Along the Hudson,” features photographs taken by Seneca Ray Stoddard along 315 miles of the Hudson River. For museum hours and more information, visit the museum’s website at www dot chapman museum dot org.
2/23/25 – On Sunday February 23rd, Upstate Model Railroaders will be holding an open house from 12 Noon to 3pm. Layouts will be running. Members will be on hand to answer questions and there will be a special President’s Day Freight Yard sale with engines, rolling stock, and much more. Upstate Model Railroaders are located in the Epic Ventures building at 22 Hudson Falls Rd in South Glens Falls at door #27.
2/24/25 – ON MONDAY FEBRUARY 24TH, 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
2/25/25 – ON TUESDAY FEBRUARY 25TH, 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
2/26/25 – ON WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 26TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8:30AM TO 1:30PM AT CAMBRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL AT 24 SOUTH PARK 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
2/26/25 – Warren County Career Center and their Capital Region Career Centers partners have scheduled a series of free online career skills workshopsthroughout the month of February. These workshops focus on use of social media effectively for career goals; resume development; overcoming barriers to employment; career networking; completing job applications, as well as other topics. Registration is required, but there is no fee. The workshops are: Networking, Friday February 21st, at 10:30am. Overcoming Barriers to Employment, Tuesday February 25th at 11am; and Using Social Media, Thursday February 27th at 1:30pm. To register go online at www dot warren county ny dot com. Click on “Department of Workforce Development”; and then click on “Free online Career Workshops.”
2/27/25 – ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 27TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 1:30PM AT THE BOLTON CENTRAL 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
2/28/25 – ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28TH, 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
2/28/25 – ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 10AM TO 3PM AT THE 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
2/28/25 – ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 11AM TO 3PM AT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES AT 25 WILLOWBROOK 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
3/1/25 – ON SATURDAY MARCH 1ST,THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 2PM AT THE WHITEHALL ELKS LODGE AT 5 ELKS WAY. 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
3/3/25 – ON MONDAY MARCH 3RD, 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
3/4/25 – On Tuesday March 4th, there will be a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at the Church of The Holy Cross at 3764 Main Street in Warrensburg from 5 to 6:30pm. Menu includes pancakes, bacon, sausage, dessert and beverage. Dine in or take out. Free will donations will be accepted. Call 518-623-3066.
3/5/25 – ON WEDNESDAY MARCH 5TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 8:30AM TO 1:30PM AT 461 CHURCH STREET, BUILDING #2 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
3/5/25 – ON WEDNESDAY MARCH 5TH, 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
3/5/25 – On Wednesday March 5th, the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will hold a Family Craft Program, “Hot Air Balloons” from 4 to 5pm. Participants will craft their own 3-D hot air balloon using markers, colored pencils, paint, and other materials. Parental participation is encouraged, and supervision is required. The program is free but requires registration. To register, please call 518-793-2826.
3/6/25 – ON THURSDAY MARCH 6TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 3PM AT THE WARRENSBURG HEALTH CENTER ON 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
3/7/25 – ON FRIDAY MARCH 7TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 7:30AM TO 1:30PM AT CORINTH HIGH SCHOOL AT 105 OAK 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
3/7/25 – ON FRIDAY MARCH 7TH, THE RED CROSS WILL HOLD A BLOOD DRIVE FROM 9AM TO 2PM AT THE WARRENSBURG JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL ON SCHROON RIVER 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
3/8/25 – ON SATURDAY MARCH 8TH, 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
3/30/25 – AMERICAN LEGION POST 574 ON PEARL STREET IN HUDSON FALLS IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING DONATIONS OF NEW OR GENTLY WORN JEANS, SWEATSHIRTS, SWEATPANTS, BOOTS, COATS, HATS, MITTENS, AND SNEAKERS IN ALL SIZES FOR MEN, WOMEN, BOYS, AND GIRLS. ITEMS MAYBE PLACED IN THE DROP BOX LOCATED IN THE LOUNGE.
3/31/25 – Remote Area Medical – RAM – a leading nonprofit provider of pop-up clinics delivering free, quality dental, vision and medical care to those in need – is looking for volunteer medical, dental and vision professionals and general support staff for its April 12th and 13th clinic. The two-day clinic will be held at Hudson Falls High School, located at 80 East Labarge Street. RAM is also in need of general support volunteers to help set up on Friday, April 11th and take down on Sunday, April 13th. Overnight parking volunteers to greet patients are also needed, and interpreters can volunteer to aid patients through the process, either in the parking lot or during clinic operations. Individuals do not need to work in the medical field to volunteer as general support. If you or your organization would like to volunteer your time to help provide free healthcare services to Hudson Falls and surrounding communities, please visit their website at www dot ram usa dot org backslash volunteer or call 865-579-1530.
3/31/25 – The Warren County Soil & Water Conservation District is accepting applications for its Community Conservation Program, through which grants of up to $1,000 are available per project. The grant opportunity is aimed toward schools, municipal departments, and local community-based organizations such as scouting groups, beautification committees, or other not-for-profits. Projects must be implemented on public land that is open and accessible. Projects also must be completed by November 30th to qualify for this year’s funding. The Soil & Water Conservation District encourage innovative ideas, inviting all members of the community to apply for a chance to make a meaningful impact. Funds are limited, so be sure to apply early! Applications can be made through the Community Conservation webpage at : www dot warren swcd dot org, and those with questions can call 518-623-3119 or email Theresa Hajos at theresa h at warren swcd 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 – 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 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 – 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