Events

We’re excited to share that our new Emergency Shelter at 20 Walworth Street is nearly complete! As we transition from our current location at 14 Walworth Street to the new building next door, we need volunteers to help make the move as smooth as possible. Once the move is complete, construction will begin at 14 Walworth Street to further enhance our services.

We’re looking for volunteers to assist with packing, moving boxes, moving furniture and organizing the new space. If you’re available, we’d greatly appreciate your help!

Requirements: Must be able to lift at least 25 to 50 pounds, and be able to hand carry boxes. 
Tasks: packing boxes, moving boxes by hand, co-carrying heavy furniture, light cleaning,
organization of the new space  

 Dates Needed: March 21, March 24, and March 28
 Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM or 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
 Location: 14 & 20 Walworth Street

 Sign up here: https://sheltersofsaratoga.salsalabs.org/moving_volunteer_form

Important: All volunteers must pass a background check. Once cleared, we’ll send you a link to reserve your spot.

Questions? Email Heather at [?]holigny@sheltersofsaratoga.org.

We have been asked to help build some benches and a kayak holder as well as help with trail making around their pond. 

The Charlton School is for young women who have trouble succeeding in their communities. This may be due to struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity, self-injurious behaviors, bipolar disorder, school refusal, feeling guarded, and other mental health challenges.

Join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation and Honorary Chair Larissa Hawley for the popular Historic Homes Tour on Saturday, May 10! This year’s tour returns to the distinguished North Broadway neighborhood, providing the rare opportunity to view the interiors of a new group of beautiful private homes and buildings, both in-person and virtually.

This is the Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser and helps to underwrite our mission to preserve and enhance the architectural, cultural, and landscaped heritage of our wonderful community

5k Race for charity.  Volunteers needed.

Please consider volunteering for the Firecracker 4 miler using the following link: https://www.zippy-reg.com/volunteer/sign-up/?eventID=2166

The Firecracker 4 road race is held each Independence Day in downtown Saratoga Springs. Now in its 19th year and supporting more than 2,500 runners and walkers, this event is the largest Fourth of July race in New York.

A Sparkler Run for younger kids, a short race of two-tenths of a mile, starts at 8:15 a.m. on Maple Avenue, behind the Saratoga Springs City Center.

The Firecracker 4 begins at 9:00 a.m. on Broadway in front of the Saratoga Springs City Center. Runners proceed south several blocks, passing many of the city’s historic buildings and Congress Park, and then turn into the city’s East Side neighborhood on this fast and challenging course.

The Firecracker 4 road race is held each Independence Day in downtown Saratoga Springs. Now in its 19th year and supporting more than 2,500 runners and walkers, this event is the largest Fourth of July race in New York.

A Sparkler Run for younger kids, a short race of two-tenths of a mile, starts at 8:15 a.m. on Maple Avenue, behind the Saratoga Springs City Center.

The Firecracker 4 begins at 9:00 a.m. on Broadway in front of the Saratoga Springs City Center. Runners proceed south several blocks, passing many of the city’s historic buildings and Congress Park, and then turn into the city’s East Side neighborhood on this fast and challenging course.

Bo Goliber is the Chief Strategy & Impact Officer at the Charlton School