Sustainable Saratoga

Open House
2024-11-17 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Saratoga Springs Public Library, Harry Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Sustainable Saratoga Open HouseSunday, November 17th 1-2:30pmSaratoga Springs Public Library- Dutcher Community RoomAnyone interested in learning more about Sustainable Saratoga is welcome to attend. Find out about our committees in Urban Forestry, Pollinator Protection, Land Use, Zero Waste, and Climate and Energy. We will start with a presentation about each of our 5 committees, followed by a meet and greet session where you can talk with our executive director, board members, and committee members.

Green Drinks
2024-11-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
GREEN DRINKS WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 13!
Green Drinks! A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability.
WHEN: Wednesday November 13, 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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.

Recycles Day
2024-10-19 09:00 - 12:00 | SPAC Parking Lot, West side of Route 50, West Side of Route 50, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Sustainable Saratoga is hosting our 8th annual Saratoga Recycles Day event sponsored by Adirondack Trust Company!
WHAT: Saratoga Recycles Day
WHEN: Saturday, October 19, from 9 am until noon
WHERE: SPAC Parking Lot, west side of Route 50
COST: There is a $5 entrance fee per vehicle (cash or check – please bring exact change). TVs are an additional $20 fee per item.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS: https://sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/zero-waste/saratoga-recycles-day/

WHAT WE ARE COLLECTING:
1. The Saratoga Lions Club: sunglasses, eyeglasses, hearing aids in any condition. (NO cases)2. Wellspring: cell phones with chargers3. We Are Instrumental (any condition): Woodwind and brass instruments: flutes, oboes, clarinets, bassoons, saxophones, trumpets french horns, trombones, baritones and tubas. String instruments: violins, violas, cellos, basses. Any condition. (NO pianos or drum sets)
4. Saratoga Children’s Literacy League & Bulk Book Warehouse: children, young adult, adult books and textbooks, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, video games5. American Clothing Company (any condition clothing and textiles): clothes, coats, shoes, belts, hats, gloves, sleeping bags, backpacks, sheets, quilts, comforters, towels, rags, etc. (NO pillows, carpeting, or rugs)6. Bikeatoga: Adult bicycles, 20- and 24-inch mountain bikes (no helmets; no kids’ bikes)7. Scrapster: Refrigerants & Scrap Metal – basketball hoops, grills, unusable bikes, metal lawn care equipment, etc. for scrap metal recycling and refrigerators, dehumidifiers, and AC units.8. Capital Region Electronics Recycling: Electronics & Small Appliances – Microwaves, toasters, blenders, coffee machines, hot plates, cable or satellite receivers, audio/visual equipment, phones, computers & accessories, printers, VCRs, DVD players, video game systems, wiring, cables, etc. NO smoke detectors or thermostats.* Televisions & Monitors: We WILL be accepting TVs again this year, for an additional fee of $20 per item.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
~ Pillows~ Carpeting~ Rugs~ Thermostats~ Smoke detectors~ Fluorescent light bulbs~ Toxic/hazardous materials~ Batteries~ Large appliances

Visit us at the Farmers' Market
2024-10-12 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-28 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-08-24 09:00 - 13:00, 2024-07-06 09:00 - 13:00 | High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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, honey, maple syrup, distilleries and other gifts and creative finds.

Green Drinks
2024-10-09 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
GREEN DRINKS WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 9!
Green Drinks! A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability.
WHEN: Wednesday October 9, 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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.

Repair Cafe
2024-09-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Saratoga Springs Public Library, Harry Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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 wait to see you!
Reservations are not needed. Please call 518-584-7860, ext. 242 if you have any questions.
New parking restrictions are in place: Library parking lots are restricted to holders of library parking permits during the day. Check here for info on how to obtain a permit. If you don’t have a library parking permit, you will need to park on the street or in one of the nearby parking garages.

We need volunteer repair coaches. If you have a fixit skill and you’d like to help out at this or future Repair Cafés, click here.

Paint Collection Day
2024-09-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Saratoga Springs High School, 1 Bluestreak Blvd, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
Paint Collection Day: Saturday September 21, 9:00am to 1:00pm
NEW LOCATION: Saratoga Springs High School parking lot (enter on West Avenue)
This is a free community event and donations are greatly appreciated.
https://sustainablesaratoga.org/…/paint-collection-day/

Please use this link to reserve a dropoff time. This helps regulate the flow of traffic and ensures shorter wait times for everyone: https://circular.eco/event/SS921

GREENSHEEN WILL COLLECT AND RECYCLE:

Interior and exterior architectural paints: Latex, acrylic, water-based, alkyd, oil-based, enamel
Deck coatings, floor paints (including elastomeric)
Primers sealers, undercoats
Stains
Shellacs, sealers, varnishes, urethanes (single component)
Waterproofing concrete/masonry/wood sealers and repellants (not tar or bitumen-based)
Metal coatings, rust preventatives
Field and lawn paints
No empty containers. Containers must be intact and not leaking and must have original manufacturer label.

WE CANNOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

Aerosols (spray cans)
Paint thinners, mineral spirits, solvents
Auto and marine paint
Art and craft paint
Caulking compounds, epoxies, glues, adhesives
Paint additives, colorants, tints, resins
Empty containers
Leaking containers
Containers without original manufacturer label

Composting in the Cold
2024-09-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
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 been gardening since childhood. Making compost for the garden has always been a strong motivation, and now keeping food waste out of the landfill is an additional motivation. She is the chair of Sustainable Saratoga’s Compost Committee, and has led numerous workshops in the area to help people get started with composting – whether they want the end product for their garden or not.
Composting in the Cold is co-sponsored by Pitney Meadows Community Farm and Sustainable Saratoga.
Sustainable Saratoga is a not-for-profit organization that promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources, through education, advocacy and action, for the benefit of current and future generations in the Saratoga Springs area. The organization’s projects and events focus on 5 categories within sustainability: zero waste, urban forestry, pollinators, land use, and climate and energy.
Founded in 2016, Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation on this preserved working farm. Located on 166 acres in the heart of the City of Saratoga Springs and preserved in perpetuity as a working farm, Pitney Meadows is a unique resource. We’re committed to being good stewards of the land and serving the community that invested their tax dollars to preserve the Farm as open space.
Register here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Nq2JungpLVX9Br_uGwxlXA?t=1711123483

Green Drinks
2024-09-11 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.

Greenbelt Gathering
2024-08-16 18:30 - 20:30
Join us on Friday, August 16 at 6:30pm at the Spring Run Trail for a Greenbelt Gathering! We will take a group walk on the trail as we talk about the importance of Saratoga’s Greenbelt and enjoy time in nature! Email info@sustainablesaratoga.org to let us know you’re attending!

Visit us at the SPAC Community Conservation Night
2024-08-08 | SPAC, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States

Habitat Gardening for Native Pollinators
2024-07-28 09:30 - 10:30 | Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
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 into a pollinator haven.

There will be 30 minutes of informational lecture and 30 minutes of group discussion and Q&A.

The Story of Plastic
2024-06-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Schuylerville Public Library, 52 Ferry Street, Schuylerville, 12871, United States
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 manipulated the narrative around it. From the extraction of fossil fuels and plastic disposal to the global resistance fighting back, The Story of Plastic is a life-changing, Emmy-winning film depicting one of the world’s most pressing environmental issues. Approximately 95 minutes

Visit us at Saratoga Pride Festival
2024-06-23 14:00 - 17:00 | High Rock Park, 112 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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!

Northshire Saratoga: Justin Nobel - Petroleum-238
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Northshire Saratoga, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
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: more comes to the surface at a well than just the oil and gas. Each year the industry produces billions of tons of waste, much of it toxic and radioactive. The fracking boom has only worsened the problem. So where does it all go?
Petroleum-238 provides the shocking answer. Shielded by a system of lax regulations and legal loopholes, this waste has been spilled, spread, injected, dumped, and freely emitted across America. Nobel relies on oilfield workers, community activists, a century of academic research, and a trove of never-before released industry and government documents to lay out a series of game-changing reveals into the world’s most powerful industry. None have been more deceived than the industry’s own workers, who are suffering mysterious health maladies and dying from unexplainable cancers.
This book is an impressive work of investigative science journalism with surprising moments of literary beauty, and a welcome breakdown of the false wall corporations and politicians often set between industry workers and environmentalists. In the tradition of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring, Petroleum-238 is both a landmark work of environmental writing and an urgent call to action.

Visit us at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration
2024-06-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Saratoga Springs YMCA, 290 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
Celebrating the 3rd National Remembrance of JUNETEENTH in Saratoga Springs with Programming, Community Orgs & Vendors, and Post-Program Reception!

Green Drinks
2024-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.

Visit us at the Wildlife Festival
2024-06-02 11:00 - 15:00 | Camp Saratoga, Scout Road, Wilton, NY, United States
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.

Pollinator Palooza
2024-06-01 10:00 - 15:00
Click HERE for this year’s event info
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 native plants, but at Pollinator Palooza, you can shop our selection of over 35 native plant species.

DATE: Saturday, June 1, 2024
TIME: 10 am until 3 pm
LOCATION: 390 Wilton-Gansevoort Rd, Gansevoort, 12831 (just 10 miles from downtown Saratoga Springs)

PLEASE NOTE: Cash or check preferred

Make a day of it! Learn how your garden, no matter how small, can help pollinators. Pollinator Palooza features information about sustainable gardening, the importance of native species, and general plant and pollinator educational resources, including free soil pH testing. We will have fun kids’ activities, raffles (gift certificates, books, plants, and more), entertainment, and delicious food from Coach’s Corner Food Truck and Sustainable Eats Food Truck!

Composting Workshop
2024-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Hudson Crossing Park, Lock 5 Champlain Canal, Schuylerville, NY, 12871, United States
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 by Jennifer Armstrong.
Jennifer Armstrong has been gardening since childhood. Making compost for the garden has always been a strong motivation, and now keeping food waste out of the landfill is an additional motivation. She is the Chair of Sustainable Saratoga’s Compost Committee, and has led numerous workshops in the area to help people get started with composting – whether they want the end product for their garden or not.
This composting workshop is co-sponsored by Hudson Crossing, Climate Smart Schuylerville and Sustainable Saratoga.
Sustainable Saratoga is a not-for-profit organization that promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources, through education, advocacy and action, for the benefit of current and future generations in the Saratoga Springs area. The organization’s projects and events focus on 5 categories within sustainability: zero waste, urban forestry, pollinators, land use, and climate and energy.

Green Drinks
2024-05-08 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.

Introduction to Composting
2024-05-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
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.

This workshop will be led by Jennifer Armstrong.
Jennifer Armstrong has been gardening since childhood. Making compost for the garden has always been a strong motivation, and now keeping food waste out of the landfill is an additional motivation. She is the Chair of Sustainable Saratoga’s Compost Committee, and has led numerous workshops in the area to help people get started with composting – whether they want the end product for their garden or not.
Introduction to Composting is co-sponsored by Pitney Meadows Community Farm and Sustainable Saratoga.

Sustainable Saratoga is a not-for-profit organization that promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources, through education, advocacy and action, for the benefit of current and future generations in the Saratoga Springs area. The organization’s projects and events focus on 5 categories within sustainability: zero waste, urban forestry, pollinators, land use, and climate and energy.
Founded in 2016, Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation on this preserved working farm. Located on 166 acres in the heart of the City of Saratoga Springs and preserved in perpetuity as a working farm, Pitney Meadows is a unique resource. We’re committed to being good stewards of the land and serving the community that invested their tax dollars to preserve the Farm as open space.

Register here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/j-KnU5jzqisq0yQzZ139eA?t=1711123471

Tree Toga
2024-04-27 09:30 - 12:00 | Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
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 refreshments on the day of the event
VOLUNTEER to WATER TREES during the summer
HOST A TREE — Request one for your property (we’re still taking requests for our 2024 planting)

Click here to volunteer today and give a gift of trees to the next generation!

Questions? Email trees@sustainablesaratoga.org

Team Up to Clean Up
2024-04-20 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for our 4th annual Earth Day Team Up to Clean Up Event! SIGN UP HERE
Last year’s litter clean-up was a huge success and we are doing it again this year for Earth Day. The event will be held on Saturday, April 20 10am-12pm. (Rain date Sunday April 21) We will provide gloves, vests and garbage bags. Invite your friends and family to join!
Want to clean up but unable to join us? Pledge to clean up your own neighborhood! Your action will not only inspire and improve our community, but it will help to remove the ever-increasing threat posed by plastic waste which contaminates our water, soil, air and wildlife. Thank you for helping to make this community a better place for all living beings now and in the future.

Saratoga Sustainability Fair
2024-04-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Skidmore College, Case Center, 815 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 12866, United States
Rev up for a greener tomorrow at the 2024 Saratoga Sustainability Fair on Saturday, April 13! Admission is FREE. Explore the latest in eco-friendly rides at the Electronic Vehicle Show, let the kids dive into fun and learning, and discover green innovations in the Exhibit Hall.

Engage with experts in two quick-paced Panel Discussions:
Cultivating a Sustainable Future – Regenerative Agriculture at the Intersection of Climate Action, Environmental Justice, and Human Health
From Waste to Wisdom – Unwrapping the Plastic Problem and Its Impacts on People and Planet

The Saratoga Sustainability Fair is co-hosted by Sustainable Saratoga and Skidmore College.

Green Drinks
2024-04-10 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
GREEN DRINKS WEDNESDAY APRIL 10!
Green Drinks! A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability.
WHEN: Wednesday April 10, 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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.

Green Drinks
2024-03-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
GREEN DRINKS MARCH 13!
Green Drinks! A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability.
WHEN: March 13, 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 Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly.
While this is a networking event, solicitation is not allowed.
