It was a day of fun and excitement for some very special boys and girls in our communities on Saturday, March 7, when the Mechanicville/Stillwater Elks Lodge #1403 sponsored an All-Star Basketball Event at the Mechanicville High School gymnasium for children with special needs, an event that gave these kids an opportunity to show what they can do on a basketball court.
Read the entire article in the March 19th issue.
The Friends of the Mechanicville District Public Library are hosting a raffle to help “Chase the Winter Blahs Away.” This event features themed baskets designed to appeal to a variety of interests. Raffle tickets are available at the library or from Friends members and cost just $1 each or six for $5. The drawing will take place on Wednesday, March 25 at the Friends of the Library meeting. Winners will be notified and do not need to be present to win.
Read the entire article in the March 19th issue.
HALFMOON DECEMBER 6 -On a rainy evening the Halfmoon Celebrations Committee held its 3rd Annual Holiday Celebration event at the Halfmoon Town Hall. This was a free event open to the public and put on by the volunteers of the Halfmoon Celebrations Association and their supportive sponsors. Hundreds of people filled the town hall to capacity over a couple of hours.
Read the entire article in the Dec. 11 issue of the Express.
Troy-On Sunday December 7th, the city of Troy was transformed back into the Victorian era during the 32nd annual Victorian Stroll held in downtown Troy. The Stroll is estimated to draw a crowd of over 20,000 visitors to the city each year. The event is organized by the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce and privately funded through contributions with operational support provided by the City of Troy.
Read the entire article in the Dec. 11 issue of the Express.
The ever popular Ladies Night at the Stillwater Free Library is fast approaching and this year the Friends of the Library are putting a new spin on things. The event, which sees a large turn-out each year, is typically first come first served when it comes to seating. However, this year the Friends of the Stillwater Free Library are offering up a chance to win a much coveted front row table thanks to their V.I.P. Pass raffle.
Read the entire article in the Sept. 18th edition of the Express.
The Children's Museum at Saratoga is getting ready for a special event this Sunday, August 24th entitled, “What makes me, me?” celebrating children and their uniqueness! This event which is being co-sponsored by Saratoga Mama was designed to help children celebrate what makes them unique. We have a great variety of activities planned which will all be complementary with the purchase of museum admission. I understand this is very short notice but if you could help us promote or cover this event in any way the museum would be very thankful! Please see attached items including our logo and event poster.