Assemblyman Santabarbara to Host Valentines for Vets Event to Thank Local Heroes

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced he will be hosting his annual Valentines for Vets event on Wednesday. For more than 13 years, this program has provided students with an opportunity to show gratitude and appreciation to veterans while learning more about their service to our country.

While Santabarbara’s office expects to deliver over 6,000 cards colored by local school students, his office has opened the program for all to participate. The Valentines for Vets cards are available for download on his Assembly website by visiting www.nyassembly.gov/Santabarbara.

Completed cards can be returned in-person or by mail to any of my district offices by

DATE: February 12, 2026

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara
433 State Street, Schenectady, N.Y. 12305
2550 Riverfront Center, Amsterdam, N.Y. 12010

What: Valentines for Vets

When: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 – 9am

Where: Pleasant Valley School, 1097 Forest Road, Schenectady, NY