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Looking for the perfect location to host your wedding?

Friday, January 6th, 2012

The team of talented event planning specialists at Classe Catering/Event Producers can make your special day into the extraordinary! And what better place to hold it than the beautiful, historic Universal Preservation Hal located in downtown Saratoga Springs.

Click here to view their newly updated website and learn more about holding your wedding or special occasion at Universal Preservation Hall!

Dancin’ Time Dance Lessons starting Thurs. Jan. 19th

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012


North Peak Monthly Auction, Sat. Oct. 29th @ 10AM

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

If you’ve never experienced the thrill of an auction before, this is the sale not to miss! North Peak Auctions is pleased to be selling the investment-quality contents of a North Egremont estate with many quality additions from Saratoga-area homes including an exquisite circa 1815 mahogany sideboard believed to be the matching mate to that of the Hudson River Boscobel Mansion, a handsome collection of horse racing artwork, and many decorator & collector smalls. We expect to draw in quite a crowd for this impressive grouping, so make space in your home, bring a friend, & be sure to grab your seat early!


Antique Appraisal Event, Sat. Nov. 5, 2011

Saturday, October 15th, 2011

Taylor’s Heroes Presents A Guitar Hero Fundraiser, Nov. 11

Thursday, October 13th, 2011

One Rockin’ Veterans Day 11/11/11

 

Date: November 11, 2011

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: UPH, 25 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs

Featured Band: City Rhythm

Also including: cash bar, delicious food, silent auction, rockstar makeup, photo booth, “Guitar Hero” station and more!!

15% of the proceeds of the event go to support UPH!!

For additional details, go to www.TaylorsHeroes.com.


 

Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes, starting Th. Oct. 13

Thursday, October 13th, 2011

Another great article on UPH!

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

Senior writer, Steve Barnes of the Times Union, wrote a fantastic article on UPH and the major progress we have made recently.  The article, named “Universal Appeal”, was featured in the Preview insert of Thursday’s Times Union.  Check it out!

Wine Lovers reviews in…It’s a hit!!

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011
Check it out at Universal Preservation Hall tomorrow through Sunday, 8/21. http://www.brownpapertickets.c​ om/event/170416

With its clever concept, fun songs and six tasting-sized glasses of wine, Wine Lovers: The Musical provides not only a fitting intro to the world of wine, but also a highly entertaining and comical diversion to your evening out. The show emphasizes the fascination and romantic side of wine as something to appreciate and savor; and though in many ways it’s more indicative of a wine tasting concept than a full-fledged song and dance musical, it does contain enough of a romantic storyline and a hearty dose of comedy to keep your interest piqued throughout. It’s also easily the most fun wine tasting class we’ve ever been to, and we also walked out learning quite a bit about wine. Wine Lovers is currently in production at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga through August 21, 2011.

Read more of article on Free George.

Click here for youtube video of Wine Lovers.

SAVE THE DATE! WMHT to show Our Town: Saratoga Springs

Sunday, August 14th, 2011

‘Our Town’ is a video scrapbook of communities in New York’s Capital Region and Western New England as seen through the eyes and camera lenses of the people who live there. The next ‘Our Town’ community will be Saratoga Springs, N.Y. and features contributions from board members and friends of Universal Preservation Hall.

Enjoy the broadcast of OUR TOWN: SARATOGA SPRINGS on Thursday, August 18, 2011 at 7:30PM.

North Peak Quality Antique & Vintage Fashion Auction, Saturday July 23rd

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011


New Dance Classes on Thursdays!

Monday, June 27th, 2011

Allerdice Building Supply to host Give Back Day this Saturday, June 18th

Thursday, June 16th, 2011

New Classes by Dancin’ Time

Monday, June 13th, 2011

New Classes by DANCIN’ TIME Starting Wednesday, June 29 & Thursday June 30
Offered by Dancin’ David and Dancin’ Dawn at the Hall

Wednesdays

Wedding Dance Lessons – 4 weeks
Engaged Couples can learn how to look and feel great for their first dance as husband and wife.
Wednesdays 7:00 – 8:00 pm / Fee: $75/couple

Thursdays

Tango & Bachatta  Beginner to Intermediate – 4 weeks
Thursdays  6:30 – 7:15 pm
Fee: $35/person – $65/couple

Cha Cha & Night Club 2 Step – 4 weeks
Thursdays 7:15 – 8:00 pm
Fee: $35/person – $65/couple

West Coast Swing  Continued  – 4 weeks
Thursdays 8:00 – 8:45 pm
Fee: $35/person – $65/couple

Enter left door & then follow signs.

No partner needed!  Sign up at www.dancintime.com/dance-classes-saratoga.html

(Accepting credit cards, debit cards & PayPal). Checks: Payable to: DANCIN’ TIME
Mail to: 444 Broadway, Suite 305, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Front doors are OPEN!!!

Friday, June 10th, 2011

After a good amount of hard work, determination and teamwork, UPH’s front doors are open and usable for events!  Thank you to all of you for your donations and support to make this possible!

North Peak Auctions to host Grand Opening, June 18th!

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

Click here to view more items featured at this auction.

Latin, Ballroom and Party Dance Classes at Universal Preservation Hall, Saratoga Springs

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

We are continuing our partnership with DANCIN’ TIME to offer many fun dance classes here at UPH.
Classes for June 2011 will be on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays!

Tuesdays
7:15 Beginner Ballroom Dance Class

Wednesdays
6:30 Ballroom Line Dancing
7:15 Party Line Dancing
8:00 Burlesque Exotic Dancing for Women

Thursdays
6:30 Bachata Dance Class
7:15 Cha Cha Dance Class
8:00 West Coast Swing Dance Class

All classes are $35/person or $65 a couple.
Burlesque class is $40 per person.

You can learn more and register for classes at the DANCIN’ TIME website.

Saratoga Strike Zone Starts Wine Lovers League!

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

The Saratoga Strike Zone is doing a Wine Lovers Bowling League!

Saratoga Strike Zone - more than just bowling

Saratoga Strike Zone - more than just bowling

Bowlers will have different wines each week of the league and the last week, they attend Wine Lovers, the Wine Tasting Musical here at the Hall!  Since its in their VIP room, they can only have 24 bowlers. So contact Rich at Saratoga Strike Zone at (518) 584-6460.  The league starts on June 2.

Nacre presenting Summer Intensives

Monday, May 16th, 2011

Residence dance company, Nacre, will be holding two weeklong Summer Intensives.  These dance camps will featuring daily technique classes, master classes with visiting artists and ending with a performance for family and friends.  Visit Nacre’s website for registration and information.

Nacre Modern Dance

Nacre Modern Dance

North Peak Auctions to host summer events at UPH

Friday, May 6th, 2011

North Peak Auctions will be holding several of their summer auctions here at UPH in the downstairs Community Room.  Their first auction will be held this month, with one every month.

The May event will be an Antique, Estate & Tool Auction on Saturday, May 14th at 10am for Start, 8am for Preview.

The auction will include a wide variety of household furniture, collectibles, antiques, prints & frames, and kitchen supplies.

Additionally, we will be selling a variety of like-new tools including:
Ridgid portable chop saw, Ridgid portable table saw, Homelite 4800 generator w/ HP Honda motor, Coleman Powermate generator,
Poulan Chainsaw w/ case, Ridgid cordless drill w/ case, Lincoln electric welder, Cub Cadet trimmer w/ accessories, MX6 winch,
two wheelbarrows, and a wide assortment of hand tools, additional power tools & shop items.

Please visit us at NorthPeakAuctions.com to view a complete listing & dozens of photos!
We are now accepting consignments for upcoming summer auctions – please call (518)-683-5922 to set up an appointment.

May 21st Sacred Sites Open House

Monday, April 11th, 2011

The New York Landmarks Conservancy is hosting a State-wide Open House Weekend, and UPH, having received two Sacred Site grants, invites the general public to learn about the cultural significance of our buildings.  UPH will be open on Saturday, May 21st from 11 AM – 1 PM to provide tours and discuss the restoration and future plans for our building.  Please stop by to see us!

Please click here for more information on the Sacred Site Open House Weekend and a list of all institutions participating.