Mixer at the Museum to Benefit Veterans and Military History

The Veterans Business Council of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of the NYS Military Museum are teaming up for a special networking event at the New York State Military Museum.

The Mixer at the Museum is scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25 at the New York State Military Museum, located at 61 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs and is open to all who support the military and veterans.

Admission is free for Veterans and Active-Duty Military personnel and pay what you wish for others with a $10 suggested donation to support the mission of the Veterans Business Council to foster business connections and career opportunities within the local veteran community. Proceeds from the event’s cash bar will benefit the Friends of the NYS Military Museum, an organization that helps to support the care, preservation and interpretation of the Military History Collection of the State of New York.

“The Veterans Business Council is thrilled to partner with the Friends of the NYS Military Museum on this event, where we will be raising funds for both veteran career and education initiatives and the preservation of our important New York State military history,” said Joe Juracka, Chair of the Veterans Business Council.

“The Friends of the New York State Military Museum are honored to co-host the ‘Mixer at the Museum’ event,” said Mark O’Rourke, President of the Board of Trustees for the Friends of the New York State Military Museum. “We are immensely grateful to have this opportunity to support both the respective missions of the Veterans Business Council and of the Friends – Proudly Preserving the Military History of New York State.”

The event offers a unique opportunity to explore world-class military memorabilia while connecting with fellow veterans, active military members, and supporters. This mixer provides a great chance to network in a meaningful setting surrounded by New York State’s rich military heritage.

Attendees will have access to the museum’s collection while enjoying refreshments and connecting with like-minded individuals who share a commitment to supporting the veterans and military community.

Advance registration is requested. Registration is available at tinyurl.com/vbcmixer2025.