This guide was created to help make the month of January a little bit easier for you!
Topics:
Ice Skating Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
Sledding Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
30 MINUTE HIT SARATOGA SPRINGS
Designed just for women, 30 Minute Hit Saratoga Springs offers a fresh, bright and vibrant place where you can leave the stresses of your day behind while training like a champ! With specifically designed equipment, guided instruction, inspiring soundtracks and all the female friendly touches you would expect, you will never dread working out again! Each 2-minute round based on boxing, kickboxing, general self defense, and core stability training will challenge you each and every time to improve your fitness and reward you with amazing results. You’ve got nothing to lose except pounds, inches, and stress, so be sure to book your absolutely FREE Trial today! Click here to book your free trial today!
3 Hampstead Pl., Suite 104A, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Phone #: 518-450-1154
Email: saratogasprings@30min
AKIRA MEDICAL IMAGING & WELLNESS
Akira Medical Imaging + Wellness (Akira) offers a full suite of medical imaging, including screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast and pelvic ultrasounds, breast biopsies and DEXA (bone density) scans and support services in an environment designed to take some of the stress out of receiving health care. Akira’s mission is to be warm, compassionate, reliable, attentive partners in the health journey of every person it serves with a vision of providing a new standard in healthcare: not just being cared for—feeling cared for.
400 Patroon Creek Blvd Suite 104, Albany, NY 12206
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Phone #: 518-239-5200
Email: [email protected]
ANTZY PANTZ
March into our colony, where learning and sensory make sense! Some mornings and afternoon slots are still available for the 2023-2024 school year! Registration for children not already enrolled in our preschool for the 2024-2025 school year will start February 1. Visit our website for pricing and enrollment options! Our passion is to provide a sensory/motor enriched environment where children can learn and work towards achieving their developmental milestones!
Email us at [email protected] to schedule a tour!
We are doing “Grown up and Me classes” every Monday from 10-10:45am. Please call to register or use the inquiry feature on our website.
1536 Crescent Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
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Phone #: 518-288-7054
Email: [email protected]
BLUE IRIS PHOTOGRAPHY
Experience our passionate, baby loving team! We have an eye for detail and always go above and beyond for “our” babies! Let us customize your session and artistically edit your images to perfection! The end result? Breathtaking first photos you will adore…always! For more information or to chat contact us at www.blueirisphotos.com/contact
Click here to book your baby’s custom “Heart and Soul” session, using your due date.
872 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
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Phone #: 518-320-4862
Email: linda@blueirisphotos.
BRING ON THE SPECTRUM
Bring on the Spectrum (BOTS) is an inclusive indoor play center and community space located at 71 Fuller Road in Colonie. Whether youth (toddlers to teens) enjoy our swings, slides, interactive games (foosball, Jenga, etc) or want to take a class in our community space (art, Zumba, Legos, cooking, etc.), BOTS welcomes all ages and all abilities.
71 Fuller Road, Colonie, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-641-1971
Email: [email protected]
CAPITAL DISTRICT FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC
At Capital District Family Chiropractic, we help children and families achieve optimal health! What makes our office different? We are the only neurologically-focused chiropractic office in the Capital District! Dr. Rhiannon is the only local chiropractor certified in pediatric and prenatal care through pxdocs.com. We use iNSIGHT scanning technology to locate and measure stress and tension in the nervous system that can cause behavioral, social, and developmental challenges in kiddos. Families comes to our office to find the root cause of their symptoms such as anxiety, poor digestion, immune system challenges, sleep disturbances, headaches, and more. Give your family the gift of optimal health by scheduling your nervous system assessments today!
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Phone #: 518-599-0067
Email: [email protected]
CROSSGATES
One Crossgates Mall Road, Albany NY 12203
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Phone #: 518-869-3522
Email: [email protected]
DICK’S HOUSE OF SPORT
Birthday Parties (ages 6+)
All birthday parties at DICK’S House of Sport are recommended for a maximum of 10 young athletes for a 60-minute party (plus 30 minutes for celebration).
All parties include:
· A DICK’S House of Sports Party Team Captain
· A dedicated party space with tables and chairs for your party athletes
· Custom DICK’S House of Sport party gifts
· One custom DSG sports jersey for the birthday child.
Rock Wall Party
CLIMB THE WALL! $300*
Golf Party
PUTT ON THE GREEN and SWING IN THE TRACKMAN SIMULATOR! $350*
Rock Wall Golf Combo Party
CLIMB THE WALLS AND SINK THE BALL! $400*
Inquire about our Multisport cage options.
579 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110
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Phone #: 518-213-3478
Email: [email protected]
DOANE STUART SCHOOL
Offering rolling admissions for Preschool through Grade 12 for the 2023-24 school year! We invite you to visit and discover why Doane Stuart is one of the Capital Region’s premiere private schools. Learn more at www.doanestuart.org, email admissions@doanestuart.
199 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
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Phone #: 518-465-5222
Email: [email protected]
GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK
This year is a new opportunity to forge your own path and discover amazing things about yourself. Don’t miss your chance to grow, learn, and laugh with new friends by your side! It’s your year of discovery with Girl Scouts! Learn more today at https://www.girlscoutsneny.org/ The 2024 Camp Guide is here! Get a sneak peek at all the incredible camp themes we have to offer and prepare for summer 2024. Registration opens on January 17th. This is your summer! https://ow.ly/2jU450Qm0bE
Service Center Locations in Albany, Queensbury, and Plattsburgh.
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Phone #: 518-489-8110
Email: customercare@girlscoutsneny.
GO KIDS
Go Kids is a sports and physical activity program for ages 18 months-9 years old. Go Kids offers children the ability to develop a love for an active lifestyle through an introduction into a variety of sports such as; soccer, football, basketball, tennis, baseball, hockey, and track and field. Additionally, Go Kids offers school break camps and additional classes for school aged children including; LEGO Club, Strong Kids, and Just for Kicks. Go Kids works to meet each child where they are at to instill a love for being active.
Locations in Saratoga and Clifton Park
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Phone #: 518-878-6502
Email: [email protected]
HUDSON BOULDERS
Calling all parents! If you haven’t heard, we’ve mastered the art of turning your little bundles of energy into tired little climbers! Our Kids Pass offers 90 minutes of non-stop climbing fun for just $29.95 per climber. Give yourself a well-deserved break while your kids have a blast and burn off all that energy. It’s a win-win for everyone!
195 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110
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Phone #: 838-221-7673
Email: [email protected]
KEYSTONE PHYSICAL THERAPY
6 Week Post-Partum Class Beginning February 7, 2024 10-11am
Babies are welcome! Come join our mom tribe and seize this amazing chance, not only to transform your body, but also connect with other new moms. Women who are in the same boat, to create meaningful friendships. This class will be led by one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy. This class is designed to provide you with safe exercises to return to your prior level of function, information about the pelvic floor and allow for a safe space for discussion around all things post-partum. Click here to reserve your spot!
12 Metro Park Road Suite 208, Albany, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-304-6006
Email: [email protected]
LOZMAN ORTHODONTICS
Dr. Robin Lozman is a lot of things. A doctor. A mother. A competitive equestrian. A volunteer for nonprofits. But one of her greatest passions comes from her work as an orthodontist: transforming her patients’ smiles. At her family practice in Latham, New York, Dr. Lozman specializes in comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children and adults, from early interventions and orthognathic surgery to braces and Invisalign. Dr. Lozman works alongside her father, Dr. Michael Lozman, to help people from all walks of life achieve a brighter, healthier and straighter smile, improving their confidence while maintaining a consistently high standard of care. Click here to learn more about Dr. Lozman.
MUSEUM OF INNOVATION AND SCIENCE
Go full STEAM ahead at miSci this fall with brand-new exhibits, events, and break classes. Visit the Museum to experience interactive activities, see historical wonders, and learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math! Great for the whole family, visit www.miSci.org to learn more.
15 Museum Drive, Schenectady, NY 12308
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Phone #: 518-382-7890
Email: [email protected]
MVP ARENA
Get ready Monster Truck fans! Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party is returning to Albany! Fans of all ages will experience the thrill of watching their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in the DARK! This one-of-a-kind show will visit MVP Arena on January 13-14 for 2 epic performances!
51 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207
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Click here to get your tickets.
Phone #: 518-487-2000
Email: [email protected]
ROBERT C. PARKER SCHOOL
Celebrating 30+ years of progressive education!
Parker’s philosophy puts students at the center of their own learning. Parker teachers focus on constructing authentic experiences that respond to students’ interests and needs while building on academic and social skills. The result is that students get to spend their day engaged in projects and learning that is individualized, meaningful, and connected to the real-world, and all done on an expansive 77 acre campus.
Programs for PreK 3 and 4 year olds through 8th Grade & Forest Toddlers (18 months- 3 years).
Join us for an open house: January 25th, February 28th, March 21st or April 24th
Click here to RSVP.
4254 Route 43, North Greenbush, NY 12198
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Phone #: 518-286-3449
Email: [email protected]
SPORTIME EAGER EXPLORERS DAYCARE
2699 Curry Road, Schenectady, NY 12303
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Phone #: 518-356-0100
Email: [email protected]
THE MUSIC STUDIO
The Music Studio has been a regional leader in music education since its founding in 1977. We offer short-term classes for children as young as age 2, and an award-winning school-year Foundation Program for children ages 4 to 7. With an exceptional faculty and bright, well-equipped classrooms, we invite students to tap into their natural love of music, challenge them to excel as musicians, and support every step of their musical journey. Find out what makes our program different at themusicstudio.com. Or call 518-459-7799 for more information.
1237 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205
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Phone #: 518-459-7799
Email: [email protected]
THE SALT DEN
654 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, NY 12110
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Phone #: 518-785-7258
Email: [email protected]
TRI-VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL
Tri-Village Nursery school is a cooperative preschool located in the heart of Bethlehem. TVN provides a thematic, play-based curriculum that comes from sound, well-researched practices and is supported by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. We welcome families to participate as much as they are able.
We invite parents and prospective students to attend our Open House on Saturday, January 6th, 2024 from 10am-12pm. Open Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year begins January 6th as well — please see our website for our online application!
School Location: 428 Kenwood Ave, Delmar, NY 12054
on the ground floor of the First United Methodist Church
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Phone #: 518-439-1455
Email: [email protected]
VIA AQUARIUM
Take your family on an unforgettable journey as you explore vivid underwater worlds across 45 exhibits. Feel the soft, smooth skin of a stingray as they swim right up to your hand in Stingray Bay. Watch sharks swim overhead while schools of fish surround you in our immersive tunnel tanks. From local favorites to the depths of the ocean, explore our planet’s oceans and rivers all in your own backyard on this self-guided exploration.
93 West Campbell Road, Schenectady, NY 12306
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Phone #: 518-280-5100
Email: [email protected]
WILLARD MOUNTAIN
New York’s Coolest Little Ski Area is located in the southern end of Washington County, we are just 40 minutes North of Troy and 45 minutes East of Saratoga. With prices you can afford, enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing and dining in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere!
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Email: [email protected]
ICE SKATING ROUNDUP
OUTDOOR ICE SKATING
Buckingham Pond – Albany, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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The Town of Bethlehem (Elm Avenue Park)
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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Saratoga Spa State Park
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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Click here to visit Saratoga Spa State Parks’ Facebook page.
Gavin Park – Wilton, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
There are “skate helpers” you can use.
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Indian Meadows Ice Rink – Glenville, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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Empire State Plaza Ice Rink
You can rent ice skates.
There are “skate helpers” you can use.
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Grafton Lakes State Park
Click here to visit Grafton Lakes State Park’s Facebook page.
Town of Moreau (Harry Betar Park)
Click here for more information.
Moreau Lake State Park – Gansevoort, NY
Click here to follow Moreau Lake State Park on Facebook.
Camp Saratoga Ice Rink at Scout Road
Click here to follow the Town of Wilton NY on Facebook
INDOOR ICE SKATING
Capital Arena – Clifton Park, NY
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Saratoga Springs Ice Rinks
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Dynamite Hill Recreation Area – Chestertown, NY
Click here to visit the Dynamite Hill Recreation Area’s Facebook page for more information.
Albany County Hockey Facility – near the Albany Airport
Click here for more information.
Bethlehem YMCA – Delmar, NY
Click here for more information.
The Conway Ice Rink at Hudson Valley Community College
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Glens Falls Recreation Center, Fire Road, Glens Falls, NY
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Messa Rink at Union College
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Hockey Hut Training Center – Clifton Park, NY
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Schenectady County Recreation Facility Ice Rink
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Swinburne Park Ice Skating Rink – Albany, NY
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The Albany Academies
They have family skate occasionally.
Follow The Albany Academies on Facebook for more information.
Below is a list of places that have offered ice skating in past years, but may not be this year.
Cool Insuring Arena
Knickerbacker Ice Arena – Troy, NY
Schuylerville – In 2021 “Villagers have built an outdoor ice rink at Fort Hardy Park.”
Washington Park – Albany, NY
West Albany Pocket Park – Colonie, NY
SLEDDING ROUNDUP
Capital Hills – Albany, NY
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Sledding at the Corner of Longkill Road & Parkside Trail – Ballston Lake NY
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Sledding at Sand Creek Middle School (when school isn’t in session) – Colonie, NY
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Sledding at East Greenbush Town Park
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