BSBPA 2017 Annual Report
The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association 2017 Annual Report, as presented at the Association’s Annual Meeting, March 19, 2018.
March 2018 BSBPA Newsletter
It’s that time of year when we start to turn the corner, weather-wise, and spring is more than just a rumor! For the BSBPA, March is when we wrap up our fiscal year and start fresh, looking forward to all our 2018 plans at our Annual Meeting. It’s something that happens every year, but this… Read more »
February 2018 BSBPA Newsletter
It’s February in upstate New York, the heart of our cold, winter season. What better way to warm up, than to “stroll for chocolate”?! The 5th Annual Chocolate Fest takes place on Friday, February 2, and anticipation is high for some tasty samplings. See this issue for “sweet spot” locations, along with other First Friday… Read more »
January 2018 BSBPA Newsletter
Happy New Year! As we get off to a decidedly frozen start to 2018, the January issue of The Volunteer, the BSBPA newsletter, offers some encouragement from Board President Stacy Simmons to “refresh” ourselves in the coming year. Whether it is trying out new ideas, new outlooks or maybe stepping up and becoming a part… Read more »
2018 Chocolate Fest-February 2, 2018
Our Chocolate Fest judges, Vic, Lanie, Bill, Glenn and Noah, had the tough assignment of tasting ALL the entries— a chocolate smorgasbord! And the judges’ choices for the best of the 2018 Chocolate Fest are— Savory: Chocolate pulled pork with slaw by Sweeney’s at 50 Shades of Hair Dessert (Sweet): A TIE Assorted Chocolate cheesecakes… Read more »
December 2017 BSBPA Newsletter
We’re getting December off to a festive start–read about all the holiday-themed events kicking off December 1-3, including the Ballston Spa Holiday Parade, First Friday celebrations and Breakfast with Santa. Plus lots of community events this month to get you in the Christmas spirit. Please consider shopping small this holiday season and supporting our local… Read more »
November 2017 BSBPA Newsletter
November is here, and the holiday season is just around the corner. Thanksgiving and Christmas plans are afoot, and you can read all about them in this issue. We’re planning this year’s Ballston Spa Holiday Parade–find out how your group can take part. This month sees the 13th Anniversary of First Fridays in Ballston Spa,… Read more »
2017 Ballston Spa Property Beautification Awards
The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association, in partnership with Curtis Lumber, has honored business owners and residents whose renovation, restoration, and beautification efforts have enhanced the Ballston Spa community over the past year. The winners were chosen from nominations submitted by others in the community. At a reception on October 23 in the Kitchen… Read more »
October 2017 Newsletter
The busy, colorful month of October is here! Just one look at this month’s issue, chock full of autumn-themed activities, will get you in the mood to get out there to take part in everything there is to offer–from 5K runs, to benefits for worthy causes, homestyle dinners and outdoor family fun. Our 15th Annual “The… Read more »
September 2017 Newsletter
Autumn is on the doorstep, with cooler days and crisp evenings, but that doesn’t mean things slow down here in the village. The Farmers’ Market continues until the end of the month to take advantage of the late season harvest. The village’s 9/11 Memorial dedication will take place. We have TWO ribbon cuttings to celebrate…. Read more »
Ribbon Cutting at The Candle Collective
A happy ribbon cutting at The Candle Collective with Catherine Spaneas and her crew. The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County was also on hand, along with Mayor Romano and representatives from NYS Senate and Assembly. ” ngg_triggers_display=”never” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″]
August 2017 Newsletter
Summer is rolling along, and with it, the opportunity to do as much–or as little–as we like! August is always busy in this part of New York, and here in Ballston Spa, we have our own style, whether it’s an old fashion ice cream social, outdoor concerts, movies and film festivals, or swimming under the… Read more »