Local businesses are teaming up to celebrate the First Friday of each month with extended hours, special events, sales, and specials. Saranac Lake’s first First Friday event will be Sept. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. First Friday in Saranac Lake is a monthly celebration of cultural diversity, history, food, business and arts. It is a night that encourages collaboration between retail shops, restaurants, art venues, and local entertainment to showcase the vibrancy of the downtown businesses and create a welcoming community.