Peers and Members: Join us in telling our stories to our state legislators so they better understand the need for important mental health legislation. Detailed information and registration can be found at: https://naminys.org/get-involved/annual-events/lobby-day/ Legislative Advocacy Day is Wednesday, March 4, 2026 … [Read more...] about 03/04/2026 – Legislative Advocacy Day
Events
02/12/2026 – Sticker-Bee and Bingo
Sticker-Bee and Bingo for Peers and Members: Help us reduce waste and prepare education brochures for distribution at tabling events and other locals by placing sticker with our new membership information over the outdated information. Afterward, enjoy a round or two of bingo. The event will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday, February 12 at Emmanuel Friedens Church (218 Nott … [Read more...] about 02/12/2026 – Sticker-Bee and Bingo
12/14/2025 – Splatter Paint for Peers at C.R.E.A.T.E.
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.
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