Civic Engagement
City Council Pre-Agenda Meeting
Date & Time: Monday, March 17, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: City Council Room, City Hall, 474 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A preparatory session to discuss items on the agenda for the upcoming City Council meeting.
More Information: City Council Calendar
Saratoga Springs City Council Meeting
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: City Council Room, City Hall, 474 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A bi-monthly public meeting where city governance issues are discussed and decisions are made.
More Information: City Council Calendar
Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Meeting
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Location: City Council Room, City Hall, 474 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: The commission reviews architectural and design applications in the city's Design Review Districts.
More Information: Design Review Calendar
Saratoga Springs School Board Meeting
Date & Time: Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Springs High School, 1 Blue Streak Blvd, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A regular public meeting of the Board of Education to discuss school district matters.
More Information: School Board Calendar
Indivisible ADK/Saratoga National Day of Action
Date & Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Location: Various locations in Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A coordinated day of progressive activism with local events in Saratoga Springs.
More Information: Indivisible ADK Saratoga
League of Women Voters Book Club
Date & Time: Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM
Location: Clifton Park - Halfmoon Public Library
Description: Monthly book club discussing "21 Lessons for the 21st Century" by Yuval Noah Harari.
Arts & Culture
Schubert's 'Trout' Quintet
Date & Time: Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 3:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presents Schubert's renowned "Trout" Quintet, a masterpiece celebrated for its melodic richness and vibrant interplay among the musicians.
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Alfredo Rodríguez Trio Performance
Date & Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: Experience the Grammy-nominated Cuban jazz pianist Alfredo Rodríguez and his trio as they blend classical influences with Afro-Cuban rhythms, delivering an evening of innovative jazz compositions.
More Information: SPAC Eventsspac.org
Tchaikovsky’s 'Souvenir de Florence'
Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 3:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center performs Tchaikovsky's "Souvenir de Florence," a string sextet that captures the composer's admiration for Italian culture, characterized by its lyrical melodies and dynamic movements.
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Eddies Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Date & Time: Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Location: Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: Celebrate the induction of notable Capital Region musicians and contributors into the Eddies Music Hall of Fame. The ceremony honors individuals and groups who have significantly impacted the local music scene.
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Pint 'N Print
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Whitman Brewing, 20 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: Join an informal printmaking session focusing on trace monotype techniques. Participants will create unique prints while enjoying beverages in a relaxed setting. All materials are provided.
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Soap 'N Sip
Date & Time: Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Arms, 497 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: An interactive workshop where participants learn to create custom soaps with preferred colors, scents, and additions. Each attendee will leave with 4 to 6 personalized bars of soap.
More Information: Saratoga Arts Eventssaratoga-arts.org
Art in the Park 2025
Date & Time: Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Congress Park, 268 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A full day featuring artist vendors and community booths in the historic Congress Park. Attendees can explore various artworks, interact with artists, and enjoy the vibrant arts community.
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Vampire Weekend Concert
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Location: Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: As part of their "Only God Was Above Us" tour, Vampire Weekend brings their indie rock sound to Saratoga Springs, performing tracks from their latest album alongside fan favorites.
More Information: New York Post Article
Lectures & Workshops
Dunkerley Dialogue: V Adams, Mary Tremonte, Ruben Castillo, and Emily Le Sage
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Location: Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College
Description: A conversation featuring artists V Adams and Mary Tremonte, alongside Skidmore professors Ruben Castillo and Emily Le Sage.
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40th Annual F. William Harder Lecture in Business Administration
Date & Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Gannett Auditorium, Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway
Description: Greg Willis, Vice President of Global Sales at LinkedIn Marketing Solutions, shares insights from his career in sales and marketing.
More Information: skidmore.edu
Discussion Series: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People
Date and Time: Sundays at 6:30 p.m. starting April 6
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs
Description: A four-part discussion series focused on Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families (Skinner House, 2023), edited by Peggy Gillespie. April 6: Introduction to gender concepts, transgender history, life beyond the binary, creating a group covenant. April 13: Identity formation and personal storytelling. April 27: Diversity of families, friendships, and communities. May 4: Authenticity, self-acceptance, and human flourishing. More information and registration: https://uusaratoga.org/authentic-selves/
Raab Lecture with Mark Newport
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Location: Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College
Description: Artist Mark Newport discusses his work, which explores masculinity through textiles, performance, print, and photography.
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Education Studies Colloquium: Dr. Emma Otheguy
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Gannett Auditorium, Palamountain Hall, Skidmore College
Description: Award-winning children's author Dr. Emma Otheguy discusses the history of children's literature in the Americas and its role in fostering inclusive understanding.
More Information: skidmore.edu
Queer Archives Symposium
Dates: Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, 2025
Location: Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A weekend of events celebrating queer archives, including screenings, discussions, and performances.
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Artist Talk: Penny Arcade and Joseph Cermatori
Date & Time: Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Location: Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A conversation between performance artist Penny Arcade and Skidmore professor Joseph Cermatori.
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Tang Guide Tours
Dates & Times: Various dates in March and April 2025
Location: Tang Teaching Museum, Skidmore College, 815 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: Guided tours of current exhibitions led by Tang Guides.
More Information: tang.skidmore.edu
Community Events
Adirondack Sports Summer Expo
Dates & Times: Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, March 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: An expo featuring over 200 exhibitors showcasing gear, footwear, events, and more for outdoor enthusiasts.
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2025 Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo
Dates & Times: Friday, March 28, 2025, to Sunday, March 30, 2025 (specific times to be announced)
Location: McDonough Sports Complex at Hudson Valley Community College, 80 Vandenburgh Avenue, Troy, NY
Description: An expo featuring large-scale gardens, floral-themed exhibits, a retail marketplace with over 190 vendors, New York State wine tastings, and over 50 hours of informational seminars.
More Information: Capital Region Flower & Garden Exposaratoga.com
NWA Woodworkers Showcase 2025
Dates & Times: Saturday, March 29, 2025, and Sunday, March 30, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM
Location: Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: The 32nd annual showcase by the Northeastern Woodworkers Association, featuring woodworking exhibits and demonstrations.
More Information: NWA Woodworkers Showcasesaratoga.com
Saratoga Tattoo Expo 2025
Dates & Times: Friday, April 11, 2025, to Sunday, April 13, 2025 (specific times to be announced)
Location: Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: An expo where attendees can browse, get tattooed or pierced by artists from across the U.S.
More Information: Saratoga Tattoo Exposaratoga.com
Capital Wine Festival - Albany
Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 1:00 PM
Location: Albany Capital Center, 55 Eagle Street, Albany, NY
Description: A festival featuring wine, spirits, and food from over 40 vendors.
More Information: Capital Wine Festivalsaratoga.com
Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival
Dates & Times: Friday, April 25, 2025, to Sunday, April 27, 2025, starting at 9:00 AM
Location: Washington County Fairgrounds, 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY
Description: A family-friendly festival with talks, hands-on workshops, vendors, and more, focusing on homesteading skills and lifestyles.
More Information: Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festivalsaratoga.com
24th Annual Hadley Maple in April Festival
Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 8:00 AM
Location: Rockwell Street, Hadley, NY
Description: A festival celebrating maple sugaring with various activities, vendors, and family-friendly events.
More Information: Maple in April Festivalsaratoga.com
32nd Annual Washington County Fiber Tour
Dates & Times: Saturday, April 26, 2025, and Sunday, April 27, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM
Location: Various locations in Washington County, NY
Description: A tour featuring local fiber farms, offering insights into fiber production, animal husbandry, and more.
More Information: Washington County Fiber Toursaratoga.com
Saratoga Invitational at Fish Creek
Dates & Times: Saturday, April 26, 2025, and Sunday, April 27, 2025 (specific times to be announced)
Location: Fish Creek, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: A competitive rowing event hosted by the Saratoga Rowing Association, drawing numerous teams and spectators.
More Information: Saratoga Invitationalsaratoga.com
Saratoga Comic Con
Dates & Times: Saturday, May 3, 2025, and Sunday, May 4, 2025 (specific times to be announced)
Location: Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
Description: The largest comic con and pop culture event in Upstate NY, featuring various vendors, artists, and activities.
More Information: Saratoga Comic Con