The Blackbird Community Fair returns for its second year, and we look forward to bringing together our diverse community. This year’s theme, Many Roots, One Tree, embodies the idea that our individual backgrounds contribute to the strength of our community. The Blackbird Community Fair will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the high school gym.
This free family-friendly event will showcase cultural performances, hands-on activities, and opportunities to make connections with local clubs and organizations including:
Albany County Department for Children, Youth and Families
Albany County Parks & Recreation
Albany County Sheriff’s Office
Albany County Single Point of Entry Mental Health Services
Addictions Care Center of Albany
Bethlehem Traditional Irish Dance
Bethlehem Youth Hockey Association
Boy Scouts
Capital District YMCA
Chinese Cultural Representation
Educate to Empower
Ellis Outpatient Crisis Diversion (The Living Room & The Family Room)
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders United
Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York
Helderview Garden Club
International Center of the Capital Region
National Honor Society
New York State Police
NYS Office of Mental Health Suicide Prevention Center
Student Government
Thacher State Park
Visibility Club
Voorheesville Public Library
VCSD Student Council will be operating a concession stand; and Sweet T’s Cookies will be available for purchase.
For more information, volunteering opportunities, or to participate as a vendor, contact Brianna Olsen, VCSD Middle School Principal, at bolsen@voorheesville.org or 518-765-3314.