We have a new calendar! We’re experimenting with including free cultural and educational events at other local and regional libraries, museums, and non-profits. We hope a compilation of these great events will be a valuable resource for our community. Click on the categories above the calendar to limit the results by drive time from the Bolton Free Library. Be sure to check the hosting organization’s website for schedule changes and cancellations. Note that some of the events at and within 10 minutes of our library are not free; these are denoted with a “($)” and costs are included in those descriptions.
Check back often for updates and let us know what you think!
July 12, 2025
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July 12, 2025
Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy
Godwin Preserve
New York is home to more than 450 species of birds. While hiking up to the Godwin Preserve overlook with an Up Yonda Farm Naturalist, learn birding basics on how to identify birds. The overlook provides great views of soaring raptors and nearby songbirds to test out your new identification skills.
Binoculars and the smartphone app, Merlin Bird ID, are recommended. This hike is rated easy/moderate with several steeper sections. 1.6 miles round-trip.
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July 12, 2025
National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
The Museum will offer free admission and there will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. These morning programs will feature author and artist meet and greets, handicapping seminars, and a variety of additional programming.
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July 12, 2025
Registration required: Hillview Free Library
Artist Kate Hartley will guide you in how to use brightly colored porcelain tiles, glass tiles, stained glass, seashells & pebbles to create an expressive, colorful artwork that will enhance your garden/yard for years to come. $20 Suggested Donation.
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July 12, 2025
Registration required: Crandall Public Library
Summer Reading is around the corner. The theme for 2025 is Color Our World. This crafting session participants will create their own paper globe to celebrate the beginning of the Summer Reading program. Learn the Triskele technique of making a 3-D globe from old book pages and maps.
This program is part of the Color Our World Summer Reading Program for children, teens, and adults.
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July 12, 2025
Registration required: Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
Join the artist of New York City Ballet for this movement workshop designed especially for children ages 4-12 with disabilities and/or movement disorders. This one-hour workshop will be co-led by a pair of NYCB Dancers and will include an accessible warm-up and choreography inspired by the enchanting story-ballet Coppélia. Modifications, including standing and seated movement options, will be offered throughout the event. Young movers of all abilities and their siblings are welcome.
July 12, 2025
At the Schroon Lake Boathouse Theater
Utilizing music from both Western and non-Western styles, Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers is an action-packed tale of bravery, smarts, and family ties. Brave Monkey and clever Francine work together to escape the clutches of a dishonest Crocodile and the evil Lord and Lady Tiger to save their family and their kingdom. Their teamwork and bravery show them and their parents that when they work together, they can accomplish anything.
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July 12, 2025
Registration required: Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
Stretch, twirl, and leap in this 45-minute movement workshop especially for children ages 5-7. No prior dance training is needed! A New York City Ballet dancer will guide children in a warm-up and choreography inspired by George Balanchine’s Coppélia.
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July 12, 2025
Registration required: Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
Stretch, twirl, and leap in this 45-minute movement workshop especially for children ages 8-12. No prior dance training is needed! A New York City Ballet dancer will guide children in a warm-up and choreography inspired by George Balanchine’s Coppélia.
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July 12, 2025
Registration requested: Adirondack Interpretive Center
Join us for a guided walk along our beautiful Rich Lake Trail every Wednesday and Saturday at 1pm throughout the summer until August 16th. The Rich Lake trail is an easy 0.7-mile loop that winds through various habitats, including a raised boardwalk through a cedar swamp, and offers views of the Goodnow Fire Tower.