There will be a Splatter Paint experience, specifically for peers in recovery, at C.R.E.A.T.E.'s Schenectady Studio, 140 Erie Boulevard, Schenectady on Sunday, December 14th at 12:30 P.M. There is a limit to the class size, so please contact us to register by Thursday, December 11th. Call 518-986-9114 to leave a message with your name and contact information or email … [Read more...] about 12/14/2025 – Splatter Paint for Peers at C.R.E.A.T.E.
Events
12/11/2025 – NAMI Schenectady Annual Membership Meeting
Our Annual Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 11th at 6 PM at the Emmanuel Friedens Church, 218 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, NY. There will be pizza for all, followed by an update on our activities. We will also have BINGO, which seems to be a game that many of us enjoy. In order to plan for enough food, we need for everyone who expects to come to contact us. If you … [Read more...] about 12/11/2025 – NAMI Schenectady Annual Membership Meeting
Fall 2025: “Model B Transition” and Upcoming Events
Update on Transition to Model B: We have been meeting NAMI requirements by providing trainings for peers and family members, sponsoring support groups, providing group activities (such as art classes at C.R.E.A.T.E. and providing tickets for peers for athletic events and concerts). We have also participated at local tabling events, providing educational material and offering … [Read more...] about Fall 2025: “Model B Transition” and Upcoming Events
10/11/2025 – NAMI Walks – Capital Region
"Together, we are strong enough to lift hope. Together, we are NAMI Walks." Join us to lift up hope for Mental Health Awareness. This year, NAMI Walks in the Capital Region will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Location: Washington Park, 35 Willett Street, Albany, NY 12210. Registration opens at 9:00 AM. Opening Ceremony at 10:00 AM. Walk begins at 11:00 … [Read more...] about 10/11/2025 – NAMI Walks – Capital Region
08/15/2025 – Unity in Schenectady
A special summer event promoting health and safety in our community - sponsored by Fidelis Care. … [Read more...] about 08/15/2025 – Unity in Schenectady
Fall 2025: Peer-to-Peer Class
NAMI Schenectady, the local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, will offer a fall NAMI Peer-to-Peer class beginning on Tuesday September 9. It will be held on 8 consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00-8:00 pm at Emmanuel Friedens Church, 218 Nott Terrace, Schenectady. Sign up today. Registration is required. … [Read more...] about Fall 2025: Peer-to-Peer Class
08/12/2025 – NAMI Schenectady Summer Social – Update
The NAMI Schenectady Board was happy to invite you to attend our annual Summer Social, a picnic, on Tuesday, August 12th, at the Central Park Pavilion, from 5-7:30. Food! Games! Music! Good Times! Thanks to all who attended. Hope to see you next year! … [Read more...] about 08/12/2025 – NAMI Schenectady Summer Social – Update
Summer 2025 – NAMI Schenectady Calendar of Upcoming Events
06/28/2025 – C.R.E.A.T.E. Art Class for PEERS
On Saturday, June 28th, NAMI Schenectady will once again partner with C.R.E.A.T.E. to provide an art class for PEERS in Recovery. The class will be from 12:30 - 2:00 PM. Seats are limited, so please call the NAMI support line (518-986-9114) before June 20th to reserve a spot. … [Read more...] about 06/28/2025 – C.R.E.A.T.E. Art Class for PEERS
05/16/2025 – “Howlin’ at the Moon” Concert Series
The "Howlin' at the Moon" concert series at the Mabee Farm is starting up again now that it's spring. The first concert of the 2025 season will be on Friday, May 16th. The concert series is hosted by Everest Rising and the featured act for May 16th is Cold Chocolate, a roots/Americana band hailing from Boston. NAMI Schenectady will sponsor the $10 ticket price for all peers in … [Read more...] about 05/16/2025 – “Howlin’ at the Moon” Concert Series