Paper Dragon Farms

03/04/2026

02/02/2026

01/24/2026

Steve Gurzler returns to AFS March 7th to kick off blacksmithing season with our Blacksmithing 101: Forging Basics & Making Hooks course! This 4-hour class is ideal for the beginner blacksmith with little to no experience. You’ll learn to use a coal forge and explore basic techniques first, then move on to forging hooks with a decorative twist.

Enroll at adirondackfolkschool.org/product/blacksmithing-101-forging-basics-making-hooks-march-2026/ or call 518-696-2400.

⭐️Did you know we have scholarships available? Thanks to the W.G. Broughton foundation, students may use up to $250 towards a class of their choice! For more information, visit adirondackfolkschool.org/courses/scholarship-opportunities/

01/12/2026

Big News….. New train with our Big Friends!
Stay tuned for four dates in July and August for the Sasquatch Express!!! Available soon for booking!!! Stay tuned!!!

All aboard the Saratoga, Corinth & Hudson Sasquatch Express—a 90-minute family adventure like no other! Departing for King’s Station, this whimsical train journey blends folklore, fun, and fireside fun. Guests wil enjoy classic comfort fare—baked beans and Franks served in an old-fashioned tin cup or mac and cheese—perfect for warming up as the legend unfolds.

Young explorers receive an Adventure Guide to complete during the ride, packed with puzzles, clues, and Bigfoot lore. Kids can even try their hand at calling in their Sasquatch family, listening closely for signs of a response from the woods. The journey culminates around a crackling bonfire, where families gather to learn about Bigfoot, regional legends, and tall tales of the North Country. It’s an unforgettable, laugh-filled experience that sparks imagination, curiosity, and a little bit of Sasquatch magic for adventurers of all ages. 🦶🔥🚂 

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01/03/2026

So glad we were able to help!

09/22/2025

Our ancestors knew the skill of sharpening and honing blades intimately. Come to AFS on October 18th and allow Howard Schechter to demystify the sharpening process and learn these skills for yourself! Students should bring one or two blades to hone for the class.

Enroll at adirondackfolkschool.org/product/sharpening-and-honing-blades-october-2025/ or call 518-696-2400. There are 2 spots left!

📌Did you know we have scholarships available? Thanks to the W.G. Broughton foundation, students may use up to $250 towards a class of their choice! For more information, visit adirondackfolkschool.org/courses/scholarship-opportunities/

08/26/2025

Saratoga County is hosting 30 different Narcan trainings and distributions throughout the county on August 26.

08/26/2025

We’re at The Crandall Library today! Stop by our table to learn about the ReStore, what we carry, how to donate, and how you can get involved!

08/25/2025

CDTA'S NEW ROUTE BETWEEN GLENS FALLS AND SARATOGA SPRINGS BEGINS TOMORROW, 8/25

Capital District Transportation Authority - CDTA has a new route between Glens Falls and Saratoga Springs that begins service tomorrow, Monday, August 25.

It includes four stops between Glens Falls and downtown Saratoga Springs. You can find full details, including schedules, here:https://www.cdta.org/sites/default/files/15596_CDTA_Route%20713_11in%20qr%20spot.pdf

08/20/2025

Register for our September 5th Sewing Skills class, focusing on sewing machines. This class for absolute beginners will go over sewing machine basics--from understanding markings and dials to threading, cleaning, and adjusting your machine. Some sewing machines will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own machine if they have one. Register here: https://sspl.libcal.com/event/14257363