Saugerties Town-Wide Yard Sale - Benefits the Saugerties Splash Pad
The households are signed up and Saugerties will be the place to be on Saturday, August 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for anyone interested in finding hidden treasures at the various yard sales taking place.
We have a page dedicated to helping you easily get to each of the 10 locations. Get to it by clicking here or on the image on the left.
Your treasures will be waiting for you ... and the bonuses are: a great forecast (mostly sunny, with a high of 84° ... and you'll be spending some time in friendly Saugerties, NY!
And for all you Google Maps fans, here is the link that you can use to guide you as you drive to these locations.
And many thanks to the tireless efforts of Marjorie Block for organizing this on behalf of the kids who will eventually enjoy the splash pad that will benefit from this, and also to the Town Clerk's office for their assistance.
[Posted 7-19-2025]
Dutchess County Fair is Happening Now ... August 19th Through 24th
The Dutchess County Fair, held annually in Rhinebeck, NY, is one of the largest agricultural fairs in the region, drawing visitors for its blend of traditional farming exhibits, carnival rides, and entertainment.
It showcases everything from livestock competitions and tractor pulls to art exhibits and craft vendors, making it a family-friendly event with something for everyone. The fairgrounds are filled with food stands offering classic fair treats like fried dough, corn dogs, and caramel apples. Local musicians and performers also take the stage, adding to the lively atmosphere.
With its rich history dating back to 1842, the Dutchess County Fair remains a beloved tradition that celebrates both rural heritage and modern attractions.
Daily Fair Hours: Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
[Posted 7-19-2025]
Village Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting - Tuesday, August 26th
There will be a Village Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Tuesday, August 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall (43 Partition Street).
The topic for this meeting is an Area Variance for 46 Post Street (ZB 25 0004).
The full agenda for the meeting can be found on the Village ZBA Agenda page.
For general information about the Village ZBA, please visit the Village Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) page.
[Posted 8-18-2025]
Interested in Commenting on NY State (Clean/Drinking) Water Programs for FY 2025-2026?
NY State is calling for comments on their plans related to draft documents that state their intentions for 3 key water-related programs that will run in fiscal year October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026. (The state is looking for written comments by September 12.)
Those 3 key programs' draft documents are:
- Draft: The Clean Water State Revolving Fund
- Draft: Hardship Financing and Additional Subsidy Eligibility Policy
- Draft: Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
The "Drinking Water State Revolving Fund" also has a website that contains useful additional info.
The notice from NY State about this call for comments is replicated on this Saugerties page. Town and Village officials have received the notice, and members of the public can comment as well. If these areas are of interest to you, you can find out more by visiting this webpage.
[Posted 8-15-2025]
Have You Adopted a Pet from the Saugerties Animal Shelter??
Has your pet transformed your life in some big (or even small) way that you would like to share?
Petco Love and the Saugerties Animal Shelter would love to hear your stories!
And they could win the Shelter a prize that would help them build the new shelter. (The Grand Prize is $100,000!)
Submissions open at 1:00PM on August 11th and close at midnight on September 29, 2025.
For more info, please visit the webpage with further details, including the submission link.
[Posted 8-13-2025]
Saugerties Pickleball Courts to be Closed *Periodically* for Overhead Lights Work
PUBLIC NOTICE: The Saugerties Pickleball Courts will be closed periodically commencing the week of August 25, for two to three weeks, for the installation of light towers.
Aforementioned measures are being instituted for the safety of both the Contractor (Installer) and the public, along with reducing liability exposure.
Lights will be operational in the spring of 2026.
We appreciate your anticipated understanding and cooperation and thank you in advance for the anticipated show of same.
Greg Chorvas, Supt.
Cantine Veterans Sports Complex
Parks & Buildings Department
845-246-5890 x 309
[Posted 8-13-2025]
VFW All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast - Sunday, September 14th
The VFW is holding an All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast at the American Legion Post 72 hall (30 John Street) on Sunday, September 14th, from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
The breakfast includes hot and cold drinks.
The price is $12 for ages 12 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 12. Children 5 years of age and younger eat free.
Take out is also available.
Come enjoy a hearty, tasty breakfast, and support one of the worthiest of causes, the Saugerties Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
[Posted 8-12-2025]
Ulster County HeadStart - Give Your Child a Strong Start!
Head Start and Early Head Start programs offer no-cost early learning programs for eligible families with children from birth to age 5!
These programs support your child’s development and prepare them for success in school—and in life.
Ready to #GetaHeadStart? We have locations in Saugerties, Kingston and Ellenville!
Contact us today at 845-338-8750 to learn more or apply!
Learn more and apply at our website https://uccac.org/programs/head-start-early-head-start/
[Posted 8-12-2025]
American Legion Post #72 - Italian Baked Chicken Thighs Dinner Is Up Next
Get your orders in for the American Legion's Tuesday, September 9th Italian Baked Chicken Thighs dinner.
Eat in or take out.
Orders must be in by 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 4th.
As always, call or email Kevin Pendergast (cell 845-706-8083 or home phone 845-246-9783) for reservations and info.
And also as always, give some consideration to a nice gesture of donating a dinner to help support a local veteran or senior citizen of your choice.
All good stuff.
[Posted 8-11-2025]
Town ZBA Public Hearing - Monday, September 8th
The Town Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is holding a Public Hearing on Monday, September 8th, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Saugerties Senior Center (207 Market Street).
The agenda will be available on the ZBA Agenda page. Public hearing agenda items thus far:
For more information on the ZBA, please visit the ZBA page.
[Posted 8-8-2025]
Ulster County Long-Range Transportation Plan - Looking for Comments
Save the Dates: Presentation of the Draft UCTC 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan -- Wednesday, August 13th and Thursday, August 14th.
The Ulster County Transportation Council (UCTC) invites the public to join them at one of two in person and virtual public meetings to discuss the draft Year 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) for the Ulster County Metropolitan Planning Area.
UCTC’s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) is a critical guide to transportation decision-making for the region. The Plan is updated every 5 years and forecasts transportation needs at least 20 years into the future. The Draft 2050 LRTP embraces a multi-modal transportation future with a focus on the transportation system‘s role in environmental sustainability, accessibility, economic development, and quality of life. The 2050 LRTP prioritizes transportation needs based on projections of available funding.
For more information, including a more readable version of the thumbnail poster (above left), please click here or on the image.
[Posted 8-7-2025]
LIFESPRING: Saugerties Adult Learning Community is now enrolling new and returning members for the 2025-26 academic year!
Members are generally retired and semi-retired adults who have a passion for learning and socializing with other lifetime learners. Lifespring's goal is to provide diverse learning experiences for all its members, regardless of previous educational background. An all-volunteer organization, Lifespring this fall features a varied and engaging schedule that includes a mix of online courses via Zoom, in-person courses in our rented classroom space at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation building located off Route 212 in Saugerties, some outdoor nature adventures and a special welcome event.
To learn more about Lifespring, including how to become a member and how to register for classes, please visit the website at www.lifespringsaugerties.com and refer to our Fall ’25 Catalog of Courses.
The deadline to enroll as a Lifespring member for the 2025/26 year is a firm Friday, August 22nd. You may also email Lifespring at: Lifespring.saug@gmail.com if you have specific questions. Please note: although Lifespring is affiliated with the Town of Saugerties, membership is open to anyone in the Hudson Valley area and beyond.
[Posted 8-3-2025]
Village Water Department Drinking Water Public Notification
We have posted a notification PDF that informs that we missed a deadline in some recently updated regulations requiring inventorying and reporting on over 1,500 water service lines in the Village of Saugerties. This task hits hardest on small municipalities like us, versus larger cities and town. In addition to the number of lines we deal with, we have 125 years or so of records to inspect and factor into the work to satisfy the EPA.
We are confident we will complete the inventory/reporting tasks mentioned in the notification PDF, by the August 31, 2025 deadline that's mentioned therein.
To get to a page with more details, including the PDF with our notification to you, please click here or on the image (upper left).
[Posted 8-1-2025]
Seamon Park House Scraped and Painted
Seamon Park just became more beautiful! And this time, it's not the flowers.
The image on the left is a result of the latest steps in a project that the Village has been proceeding on, to convert the house that sits prominently on the Seamon Park property to a revenue-producing Bed and Breakfast.
The scraping and painting was done in the past few weeks to get the results you can see. The project was carried out by local contractor Seth LaBounty.
For a few before and after photos of this project, please click here or on the photo on the left.
[Posted 8-1-2025]
Rebuilding Together - Check Your Eligibility for FREE Home Repairs/Accessibility Improvements
Rebuilding Together is a local non-profit offering FREE services to eligible Ulster/Dutchess County homeowners. They do home repair & accessibility improvements. Typical repairs include:
- Replacing roofs/windows
- Fixing electric/plumbing
- Porch repairs
- Installing ramps
- Bathroom accessibility
They're calling now for applications for their 2026 Rebuilding Day program. Click here or on their logo above, for more information, including an application. Applications are due September 30, 2025. Or call their office at 845-454-7310.
[Posted 7-31-2025]
Town (Z&M) Dog Park Spill - The Park is Back Up and Running
There was a report last week of an oil spill at the Dog Park (333 Canoe Hill Road, Market St. north ... beyond the North St. turn-off, on the right-hand side).
The Town Parks and Recreation team has informed us that the work has been done to fix any contamination, and the Park has been back in operation, accepting visitors, both human and canine.
For a larger image of the image on the left please click here or on the small image on the left.
[Updated 7-28-2025.]
2 Saugerties Cooling Centers Are Available, for Anyone Needing Relief from Hot Temperatures This Summer
For any upcoming 90+ degree days, here's a reminder that in times of severe summer heat, there's no need for any distress.
The Town of Saugerties and the Saugerties Public Library are both available as designated cooling centers.
Town Hall is open 24/7 and is located at 4 High St. It is in the lobby near the Tax Office and Police Department. For anyone unfamiliar with the Town Hall layout and/or where its entrance is, please visit this page.
The Police Department can be reached at 845-246-9800 for any questions.
And the Saugerties Public Library is also available as a cooling resource as well. (You can use the upstairs seating in either wing.) Their hours of business are:
Mon: 10am-8pm
Tues: 10am-6pm
Wed: 10am-8pm
Thurs: 10am-6pm
Fri: 10am-5pm
Sat: 10am-2pm
Sun: CLOSED
For anyone who needs to get to a regular bus stop to get to a cooling center, but cannot, they can call UCAT Dispatch at 845-334-8458.
Click for a good page for reviewing safety during times of excessive heat
[Updated 7-31-2025.]
You Can Help "Keep Saugerties Cool" -- By Supporting the Splash Pad Funding Effort
Marjorie Block is heading up an effort that has a bunch of interest and enthusiasm behind it ... adding a Splash Pad to all the cool things that Saugerties offers.
She's arranged 3 more funding events - one in August, one in Sept. and one in October.
Is you can see your way to participating in any or even all three of these events, please do so. They are described further in the next 3 news items.
[Posted 7-19-2025]
Food Truck Festival (in Support of the Splash Pad) - Thursday, September 18th
Another great food truck festival will be happening at Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex's large pavilion.
The date is Thursday, September 18th and it will run from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Vendors who are interested in participating and anyone seeking more information can call 845-430-4673.
[Posted 7-19-2025]
Touch-A-Truck (in Support of the Splash Pad) - Sunday, October 26th
A Touch-A-Truck event is planned for Sunday, October 26th.
It will take place at Cantine Field, and all profits will go toward the funding of a Splash Pad for Saugerties.
For more information, including interested vendors, please call 845-430-4673.
[Posted 7-19-2025]
Newly Renovated Poughkeepsie Social Security Office Open for Business
Public Affairs Specialist Odily Bonila announced that the Poughkeepsie Social Security Office will reopen on Monday, June 30, 2025. "The newly renovated office is a modern facility aimed at better serving the public. The public entrance is now located at 4 Academy Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, around the corner from its former entrance.For a larger map of the SSA office's location, please click here or on the map thumbnail above.
[Posted 6-26-2025]
Saugerties Society of Little Gardens
The Saugerties Society of Little Gardens club will hold their Annual Plant and Bake Sale on Saturday May 17 at the CVS Plaza in front of Big Lots from 8:30 a.m. to Noon.
On May 21st, the club will be planting flowers in the pole boxes in the Village at Seamon Park and at the Kiersted House (119 Main Street).
Saugerties Society of Little Gardens is engaged in activities that support the beautification of the village. The club is accepting new members interested in flowers, gardening, and promoting environmental awareness. Contact club president Dale Winchester (dale.winchester1027@gmail.com) if you are interested.
[Posted 5-6-2025]
Village Budget for 2025-2026 Available Online
The Village of Saugerties budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 is available on this Village website Budgets page - https://villageofsaugerties.gov/government/village-budgets
[Posted 4-22-2025]
Saugerties Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Is Hiring a Secretary
The Town of Saugerties Historic Preservation Commission is seeking to hire a secretary to assist the commission with the following duties :
- Attend and record each monthly board meeting on the third Monday of each month at the Greco Senior Center from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Manage the Webex Owl system for recording the meeting. Instructions will be provided.
- Transcribe and distribute the meeting to commission members and the Town Website.
Hourly wage will depend upon experience and confirmed duties.
Kindly respond to styarabek@yahoo.com for a confidential discussion.
[Posted 3-17-2025]
Community Chorus -- "Saugerties Sings" -- Continuing Practice Sessions in 2025 - Come Join Us!
The first gathering of "Saugerties Sings", a newly formed (and still forming), fun, community-wide chorus took place on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023. By all accounts, it was a big success, with 23 people in attendance.
Gerri Ryan, the founding member of the chorus, recently announced that the schedule for practices for 2025 will be Tuesdays. Members should plan to arrive at 6:30 p.m. and the practices begin at 7:00 p.m.
The location of practice sessions at the United Methodist Church at 67 Washington Avenue. There should be ample street parking and the entry to the church is through the side door.
The group remains very much open to new voices joining in. The chorus is non-denominational, all levels of singing experience are welcomed and assistance will be available in learning the music.
The weekly practices are on hiatus from early June to September 9th, when they resume in earnest.
For further information, contact Gerri Ryan at fiddlestitchtoday@gmail.com.
Visit the "Saugerties Sings" page for more information.
[Posted 2-10-2025]
Town of Saugerties' Approved Budget for 2025 Available
The 2025 Town Budget has been approved and a PDF of the budget is available by clicking here or on the image on the left.
[Posted 11-22-2024]
Looking to Build an Apartment on Your Property?
Rupco can help! The Plus One ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Program can provide funds to assist Ulster County low/moderate income property owners with grants to construct or rehab code-compliant ADUs to create affordable rental housing.
The Town of Saugerties is one of Ulster County's eligible areas.
Or for even further information, call 845-331-9860 extension 303 or visit https://rupco.org/plusoneulster/
[Posted 9-11-2024]
Need Repairs and/or Accessibility Modifications to Your Home? Having Trouble Affording Them?
If you can meet income eligibility requirements, an organization called Rebuilding Together Hudson Valley can possibly help.
Here is an example of the income requirements:
Rebuilding Together Hudson Valley provides critical home repairs and accessibility modifications to ensure a safe and healthy home, at no cost, for income-qualifying homeowners in Dutchess and Ulster counties.
You can also get questions answered by calling or visiting RTHV online for more information.
Phone: 845-454-7310
Website: https://www.rebuildingtogetherdutchess.org/
Email: info@RTHudsonValley.org
[Posted 9-9-2024]
Are you receiving the NY State STAR benefits that are owed to you?
The School Tax Relief (STAR) program offers property tax relief to eligible New York State homeowners.
If you're not sure of your STAR registration status, you may be missing out on a nice, yearly check from New York State.
[Posted 5-20-2024]
Buy a Brick - Fundraiser for a Cantine Field Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Saugerties VFW Post 5034 is selling engraved bricks that will be part of the foundation for a Vietnam Veterans Memorial planned for Cantine Field.
If you are interested in possibly participating, please visit this page -- https://4everbricks.com/donors/post5034/ -- which will provide you with further information, including a layout of the Memorial and instructions on obtaining and filling out an order form for the brick(s).
The VFW logo is shown in the sample image ... you get to choose one of 34 logos, including the various armed forces, Kiwanis Club, Lions Club, Masons, Knights of Columbus, Elks, Town of Saugerties, Village of Saugerties, Blue Kats and the American Flag. Or for $25 more, you can add your own logo.
[Posted 12-2023. Updated 5-17-2024]
Job Openings in Ulster County
Ulster County is Hiring!
Consider a career in public service and earn a living by making a difference!
Visit the civil service portal and apply today to join their team.
The Ulster County Government strictly adheres to the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and Americans with Disability Act.
[Posted 5-17-2024]
New York State's Affordable Housing Connectivity Program
as many eligible properties as possible.
[Posted 3-25-2024]
Free Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Training
Are you involved in a field dealing with mental health and suicide prevention and awareness. If so, please see the upcoming FREE training opportunities that a company named Guardian Revival is hosting. These sessions, some of which are on site (within an hour or so drive from Saugerties -- Carmel and Beacon) and some of which are virtual (Zoom) sessions, begin in March and run through December.
Typical attendees might be active and retired military and first responders, clinicians, or other mental health professionals/advocates serving the veteran & first responder populations.
The classes are titled "Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)", "Talk Saves Lives", and "Mental Health First Aid".
For more information, please visit this online PDF page, which has further course descriptions and includes useful links, QR codes and a contact email.
[Posted 1-21-2024]