Saratoga Living

12/08/2025

Robert Redford's illustrious film career brought him all over the world—including to New York's Capital Region not once, but twice. Here, locals reminisce about memories of the films he made right here in Saratoga County.

When the Oscar-winning filmmaker, actor, and activist Robert Redford passed away at his Sundance, UT home at the age of 89 this past September, many locals felt a personal loss. Because Redford wasn’t…

12/07/2025

We checked out Saratoga County's new Italian chophouse, distillery, vegan-friendly deli, wellness sanctuary, garden center, and dive bar/burger joint. Here's what we found:

We checked out Saratoga County's new Italian chophouse, distillery, vegan-friendly deli, wellness sanctuary, garden center, and dive bar/burger joint.

12/05/2025

Capital Region Gives Back is back in action!

After postponing our annual holiday event this past Tuesday due to the snowstorm, the link to buy tickets for our rescheduled date is back online, and there's still time to reserve your spot. Join us on December 9!

Join us in honoring 10 do-gooders from the Capital Region—and raising money for the charities they represent.

12/05/2025

Local pickleballers, you're in luck. FryeGuys Pickleball Club his opening soon in . We stopped by to check it out:

The new spot will fill the void of indoor pickleball facilities in Saratoga County.

12/04/2025

'Tis the season of eating! Food and drink pairing is an art, not a science. But we couldn’t help ourselves from highlighting a few of our favorite New York–made beverages... and recommending how best to serve them this holiday season.

A cottage industry has sprung up around creating the “perfect” food and wine pairings, especially around the holidays. But as most (honest) wine professionals will confess, there really is no such…

12/03/2025

Our final 12 Under 12 honoree of the year is Keira Porcello, a member of Best Buddies and regular volunteer at Franklin Community Center, Inc. Thanks for all that you do, Keira!

Age: 11 Hometown: Galway School: Galway Junior/Senior High School Community involvement: Best Buddies, Franklin Community Center Keira Porcello isn’t just a longtime member of a competitive…

12/02/2025

Tonight's Capital Region Gives Back fundraiser has been POSTPONED due to weather. A make-up date will be announced soon.

12/01/2025

Meet Dominika Godette, the Saratoga-based designer responsible for whimsical prints that appear on wrapping paper, clothing, and gifts around the country.

The Saratoga-based designer is responsible for whimsical prints that appear on wrapping paper, clothing, and gifts around the country.

11/28/2025

This , are you shopping for a man who has everything? We checked in with Union Hall Supply Co. owner Heidi Owen West for advice:

This story is brought to you by Union Hall Supply Co. Some say it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Those of us who are gearing up to do the seemingly impossible—find a gift the man in our life…

11/26/2025

👰‍♀️🤵 Reminder to all 2025 brides, grooms, photographers, and other local wedding vendors: Submit your favorite Capital Region wedding photo from the last year to be entered to win ’s first-ever “I Do!” Issue photography contest, sponsored by Mazzone Hospitality! 🗓️ The deadline is December 1. 📸: Sydney Andrew

https://saratogaliving.com/photo-contest-wedding/

11/24/2025

This year, Caffe Lena's TrueSongs, an annual event that pairs songwriters up with individuals whose lives have been touched by a local nonprofit, outgrew the Phila Street coffee house and took over Universal Preservation Hall. Saratoga Living After Hours was there for all the songs, stories, smiles, and tears:

A moving night of music, meaning, and a surprise appearance by Woodstock from the 'Peanuts.'

11/21/2025

Kos, New York's first floating sauna, is now open on Saratoga Lake. Here's everything you need to know:

Firstly, yes, it's literally floating.