We need you to help us plant the next generation of large-growing shade trees in Saratoga Springs! This Tree Toga, we are adding 35 large-growing shade trees to the urban forest on April 27. VOLUNTEER to PLANT a tree with us on Saturday April 27 (a family-friendly activity) VOLUNTEER to help out with parking and
Confused about the best way to deal with the organic waste your household generates? Have you tried composting in the past and been frustrated by the result? The goal of this workshop is to demystify the process and help folks set up their own back yard composting system with minimum expense and (hopefully) maximum success.
GREEN DRINKS WEDNESDAY MAY 8! Green Drinks! A "green gathering" for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. WHEN: Wednesday May 8, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm WHERE: The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs DETAILS: Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Green
Composting is an amazing, natural process that almost anyone can do at home! It’s also one of the best ways you can help fight climate change! Come to our composting workshop at Hudson Crossing Park Sunday, May 19 at 10am. Bring the family and enjoy the gardens at the park. This workshop will be led
Sustainable Saratoga is hosting Pollinator Palooza, a native plant sale and pollinator education event, on Saturday, June 1 from 10-3. Native pollinators (bees, butterflies, etc.) are in drastic decline due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. Planting native plants provides essential food and habitat for native pollinators. It is often challenging to find
The annual free Wildlife Festival happens once a year on the first weekend of June, which is when we are able to see the first brood of the endangered Karner blue butterfly and the wild blue lupines in bloom.
GREEN DRINKS WEDNESDAY JUNE 12! Green Drinks! A "green gathering" for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. WHEN: Wednesday June 12, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm WHERE: The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs DETAILS: Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Green
Celebrating the 3rd National Remembrance of JUNETEENTH in Saratoga Springs with Programming, Community Orgs & Vendors, and Post-Program Reception!
Join us as acclaimed science journalist Justin Nobel shares his extraordinary seven-year investigation into how the U.S. oil and gas industry has avoided environmental regulations and created a dangerous and radioactive public health crisis. As Justin Nobel traveled the United States reporting on the oil and gas industry he learned a disturbing and little-considered fact:
The Saratoga Pride Festival is back in High Rock Park this year on Sunday, June 23rd from 2:00-5:00pm with an after party to follow!
The Story of Plastic is a searing exposé revealing the ugly truth behind plastic pollution and the false solution of plastic recycling. Different from every other plastic documentary you’ve seen, The Story of Plastic presents a cohesive timeline of how we got to our current global plastic pollution crisis and how the oil and gas industry has successfully
While each market is slightly diverse, they primarily offer a variety of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, ready made meals, fresh brewed coffee and locally roasted coffee beans, locally grown meat products, fresh eggs, locally produced dairy products, fresh baked goods, an array of floral vendors, arts & crafts, locally produced items such as jams, spice mixes,
Join us in Pitney Meadow's Community Garden for a conversation about habitat gardening to support our native pollinators and the importance of planting larval host plants. Pollinators play an essential role in plant reproduction but their populations are under threat. We'll discuss the best things you can do to rewild your yard and transform it
While each market is slightly diverse, they primarily offer a variety of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, ready made meals, fresh brewed coffee and locally roasted coffee beans, locally grown meat products, fresh eggs, locally produced dairy products, fresh baked goods, an array of floral vendors, arts & crafts, locally produced items such as jams, spice mixes,
GREEN DRINKS WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 11! Green Drinks! A "green gathering" for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. WHEN: Wednesday September 11, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm WHERE: The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs DETAILS: Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Green
Did you know you can keep composting your food scraps even after the leaves fall and the snow begins to fly? This workshop will address how to optimize your fall leaf cleanup and ready your back yard compost system for hibernation. Beginning composters welcome. This workshop will be led by Jennifer Armstrong. Jennifer Armstrong has
Paint Collection Day, Saturday September 21, 9:00am to 1:00pm Location: TBD This is a free community event, donations are greatly appreciated.https://sustainablesaratoga.org/.../paint-collection-day/ GREENSHEEN WILL COLLECT AND RECYCLE:Interior and exterior architectural paints: Latex, acrylic, water-based, alkyd, oil-based, enamelDeck coatings, floor paints (including elastomeric)Primers sealers, undercoatersStainsShellacs, sealers, varnishes, urethanes (single component)Waterproofing concrete/masonry/wood sealers and repellants (not tar or
Saratoga Springs Public Library and Sustainable Saratoga are excited to host our 12th Repair Café at the library on Sunday September 22 from 1pm - 4pm. We will have coaches available to help you fix your lamps, small appliances, computers, leather, jewelry, or sew/hem your favorite item of clothing or beloved stuffed animal. We can’t
While each market is slightly diverse, they primarily offer a variety of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, ready made meals, fresh brewed coffee and locally roasted coffee beans, locally grown meat products, fresh eggs, locally produced dairy products, fresh baked goods, an array of floral vendors, arts & crafts, locally produced items such as jams, spice mixes,
