Warm Hands and Hearts

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The mitten tree is in need of donations of new and handmade hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, socks and winter wear. All items hung on the tree will be donated to local charitable organizations for distribution to those who need a little help staying warm this winter.
Donations will be accepted through Jan. 4, 2025.
Members of the local community are invited to contribute warm winter wear to the Visitor Center Mitten Tree located at 297 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. All donations will benefit the following organizations: CAPTAIN Community Human Services, Franklin Community Center, and Shelters of Saratoga.
During the Christmas and New Years holiday, the Visitor Center will observe the following hours of operation: Tuesday, Dec. 24, 9 am – 1 pm; closed Wednesday, Dec. 25 – Thursday, Dec. 26. The Visitor Center will be open from 9 am – 5 pm on Friday, Dec. 27 – Saturday, Dec. 28 and will be open from 9 am – 1 pm on Tuesday, Dec. 31. The Visitor Center will be closed on New Year’s Day. Starting Jan. 2 the Visitor Center will follow winter hours, 10 am – 4 pm, Tuesday – Saturday.
For more information, visit www.discoversaratoga.org/saratoga-springs-visitor-center.