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It's time for the 29th annual

Olga Memorial Footrace!

The Olga Memorial Footrace supports a variety of community initiatives. Over the past 29 years, proceeds have benefited projects such as the Saranac Lake Riverwalk, local Girl Scouts, and the Saranac Lake Skatepark.

This year, the Rotary Club of Saranac Lake and the Saranac Lake Youth Center are proud to continue their partnership. The 2026 fundraising goal is $15,000. Funds will support expanded programming at the Youth Center and enhance the Rotary’s literacy initiative, which provides a book to every elementary school student.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Location: Berkeley Green (Main St. & Broadway), Saranac Lake, NY
Race Start Time: 9:00 AM
Race Day Registration & Bib Pick-Up: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration Fees:

Pre-registration: $25
Race Day Registration: $30
Family Registration (limit 2 adults): $75
Middle/High School Fall Athletes: $10 (no t-shirt) or $15 (with t-shirt)

For more information:
Email Britt at: saranaclakeyouth@gmail.com

Don't miss this opportunity to participate in a meaningful Saranac Lake tradition while supporting local youth and community programs.

About the Youth Center:

The Saranac Lake Youth Center is your space to hang out, try new things, meet people, and just be yourself. Open to students in grades 6 through 12, the Youth Center is a safe, supervised, substance-free environment packed with activities like pool, air hockey, video games, puzzles, books, art supplies, improv, and more. Whether you want to dominate the pool table, relax with friends during Bobo Tea Tuesdays, create something awesome in our “Project of the Week,” or even earn a free bike, there’s always something going on.

And yes, there’s food. 🍕🥤 Healthy meals are served every day, with snacks and drinks always available, because great conversations, gaming victories, and creative projects are better with something good to eat.

Our mission is simple: to create a fun and supportive atmosphere where teens can build friendships, grow as individuals, and learn skills that last far beyond high school. From financial literacy workshops to recreation and the arts, the Youth Center is all about connection, confidence, and community.

So come in, grab a controller, pick up a paintbrush, challenge someone to air hockey, or just find your people. The Youth Center isn’t just a place to go after school. It’s a place to belong. ✨

VOLUNTEER

We are always looking for people who are willing to share their time and talents with the youth. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact SLYC Director, Britt Sternberg at 518-891-5846.

NOTE: You must have a background check completed prior to working with the youth in our center.

HOURS OF OPERATION

HOURS for 2025-2026 School Year:

Monday-Friday

Grades: 6-8 2:30-5:00 PM

Grades: 9-12 2:30-6:00 PM

NEW SLYC MEMBERS: Youth must sign our Saranac Lake Youth Center contract (code of conduct, center rules, contact info) upon arrival to the Center for the first time.

Please remember that if the school dismisses early or cancels school due to weather, the Youth Center will be closed as well! Please "like" our Facebook page or follow us on our Instagram to get notifications on Center closures.

MISSION STATEMENT

We provide a healthy, substance free, supervised environment for teenagers; offering programs which develop social skills, personal growth and responsibility in a fun and supportive atmosphere.