When: Today until Sat, Jun 30, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: View, Old Forge, NY
Cost: Admission $4 -$ 8 / Children under 12 free
The Northeast National Pastel Exhibition features artwork from renowned pastel artists from all across the United States and Canada. Marvel at the versatility and vibrancy of paintings created using pastel, and discover why it is such an exciting medium for artists everywhere.
When: Today until Fri, May 18, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $250 Materials included
This class, consisting of five half-day sessions, is designed for either a beginner or an experienced weaver who has problems when it comes time to warping a loom. It's a comprehensive class that covers all aspects of dressing a loom before progressing on to one or more weave structures.
Where: Haynes House of Hope, 7187 State route 149, Granville, NY 12832
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Come take a tour. Haynes House of Hope is 501(c)3 not for profit nondenominational home for the terminally ill and their families serving Washington County & beyond. Our Mission: Spiritual love and concern for the terminally ill are reflected in our work at the Haynes House of Hope.
Where: Adirondack Pub & Brewery - 33 Canada Street in Lake George, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Adirondack Brewery is excited to announce the grand opening of their newly expanded brewery on Wednesday, May 16th at 5pm. Located directly behind the existing restaurant and brewery is the 4,000 square foot expansion, which is nearly 4 times the size of the previous brewing area.
Workplace safety is a critical component of a successful business. Join when Alicia Dorsey, Certified OSHA Trainer, of Dorsey Health and Safety Consultants presents: Business Safety and Health Management: Four Point Workplace Safety Program.
The Press Conference will be held at 11:00 AM at the Festival Commons and the informational sessions are scheduled for 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM at the Lake George Chamber of Commerce office.
If you would like to attend one of the sessions, please either give us a call or email us and let us know which one you would like to attend.
Where: Fort Ticonderoga, Route 74E, 100 Fort Ti Rd, Ticonderoga, NY 12883
Cost: $16 Adults, $14 Seniors (62+), $8 Children (5-12), Free (Children 4 and under )
Fort Ticonderoga opens May 18, 2012. Come experience America's Fort with the whole family! Special events throughout Fort Ticonderoga's entire season. May 18 - October 18.
Where: Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company, Old Forge, New York
Cost: $5 per day / Children under 12 are free
May 18 -20 find a huge selection of kayaks, canoes, products and more! The Adirondack Paddlefest will have over 1,000 canoes and kayaks for sale and the best part is, you can test paddle them all before you purchase!
Where: Queensbury Dome, 326 Sherman Avenue, Queensbury, NY
Cost: $9; children 16 & under admitted free with paid adult admission
The Adirondack Living Show? is a 3-day celebration of camps, Adirondack art, and rustic living. It will be held at it's regular springtime home within The Adirondack Sports Complex (The Dome), May 18 - 20, 2012. Friday 1-8, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-3.
When: Fri, May 18, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 9:00 AM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $190 + materials (est. $80)
So what is a 'Wannigan'? The word can be found in many native languages from Ojibwa 'waanikaan' to Algonquian and Abenaki, meaning a 'pit trap' or 'container for sundries'.
Where: Lake Champlain Bridge CommunityCrown Point, NY
Join us in celebrating the re-opening of the Lake Champlain Bridge. Festivities will include a parade, boat flotilla, craft vendors, dedication ceremony, musical performances, antique car show, sunrise service, 5K road race, closing fireworks and more.
Where: The King's Garden at Fort Ticonderoga, Route 74E, 100 Fort Ti Rd, Ticonderoga, NY 12883
PRE-SEASON PLANT SALE - Dig to order perennials, plus annuals and vegetables, including heirloom tomatoes. See the first flowers of the season and learn about volunteer opportunities in the King's Garden. (10 am - 2 pm).
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $25 + $5 for materials.
Create a memorable day for you alone or together with your children. Begin by selecting the "perfect" stick to make your very own hiking staff from ones collected by the instructor.
Hundreds of quality perennial plants grown in our member's zone 4 and 5 gardens. Volunteers will be at the sale to give you planting tips to make sure they grow for you, too!
Where: Lake George Elementary School, Lake George NY
This annual 5K race starts at the Lake George Elementary School. Registration forms are available at both schools. The 10th Annual Randy's 5K Run and Walk to benefit local Lake George Charities and the High School 9th grade in honor of former Lake George Teacher Randall Madison.
An excellent class for those who want to stretch their basket-weaving talent.
This basket is made with round reed using a number of different weaves to make it interesting. The completed oval basket has a Gretchen border and wrapped handle.
Height 10", oval base 9" x 11", circumference 35
Cost: To enter the rowing race: $25 for singles, $35 doubles, $40 Coexed Touring Quads; free for spectators
Rowers in this six-mile race leave Million Dollar Beach, travel to Diamond Island, and return, in approximately one hour. Winners are recognized for men's singles, men's doubles, women's singles and women's doubles, and quad. The entrance fee is $25 for singles, $35 for doubles, and $40 for Coxed Touring Quads. All proceeds benefit Lake George Association programs.
Where: Hogan Barn, 2077 State Route 22A, Hampton, NY 12837
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Bernadette Hoffman, a naturalist and educator from the Pember Museum, will lead a presentation on the natural history of the Slate Valley at the conserved Hogan property in Hampton.
Annual Spring Festival with over 20 vendors (and a free bouncy house for the kids). There will be jewelry, wood crafts, photography, stuf't pretzels and loads more all from LOCAL vendors.
Where: View, 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY 13420
Cost: $15/ $12 in advance online/ $10 Students
Rapid Media's 7th annual Reel Paddling Film Festival showcases the world's best paddling films to audiences in Canada, United States and around the world.
Where: Adirondack Interpretive Center, 5922 State Route 28N Newcomb, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Families are invited to join amateur astronomer Bob Fisher as he shares the wonders of the Adirondack night sky in spring. The program will start with a quick overview and some activities inside, followed by a guided look at the celestial objects in our spring sky! Dress for the weather! Call 518.582.2000 or email royer@esf.edu to register.
When: Sat, May 19, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $150 + $25 for materials.
Students will explore basic blacksmithing techniques as they create a set of iron cook fire tools. Get ready for summer as you build a campfire cook set by bending, twisting and forging iron.
When: Sat, May 19, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $75 + materials (est. $75)
Once you learn how to create one of these magnificent lampshades you will feel like you're out in the deep woods while you sit reading in your comfortable chair at night.
When: Sat, May 19, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $150 + $50 for materials.
So what are trestle ponies? They are fancy sawhorses used to support massive timbers when building large timber frame structures. Build yourself a set and have solid sawhorses for projects around the house, or you could use them to create the base for a trestle dining room table.
When: Sat, May 19, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Where: Great Escape Six Flags
Cost: $20.12
Join us May 19 & 20 for 2012 Opening Weekend presented by Lowe's. Check out Great Escape website to find out how you can receive admission to the park for just $20.12!
Plans are in the works to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the town of Queensbury next year. Town Historian Marilyn VanDyke outlined a tentative series of events that would include an observance at the old Quaker burial ground on May 20, followed by a larger "main event" later in the year at Queensbury Town Hall.
Now is your opportunity to experience the underwater world with this FREE "TRY SCUBA".
All you need is a swim suit and a towel. We'll supply everything else! Registration is required. Contact Rich Morin's Professional SCUBA CENTERS at 761-0533
Stacy Wozniak is a Saratoga Springs resident who has worked for Friendlys for 20 years and has been diagnosed with cancer. She is a mother of two children and has one grandchild.
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $40 + $10 for materials.
Just talk to one of the many folks who have taken Chrissey's soap making class and you will find out why this is one of the most popular classes we have!
See the place where life-changing experiences can happen for your child! The Open House at YMCA Camp Chingachgook will feature a stroll about one of the best camp settings in the country, as well as endearing stories about how camp experiences have changed so many lives. Stay later to hike on your own on many of the marked trails including nearby lookouts and Buck Mountain.
Cost: $12 General, $9 Students and Seniors, FREE Children 12 and under accompanied by an adult
The Mohawk Valley Chorus directed by David M. Rossi and accompanied by Alfred V. Fedak presents the 2012 Pops Concert "As Long As There Is Music" with the Mohawk Valley Chorus Youth Corale directed by Margaret Lazarou. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance. Contact Sharon Bellamy for tickets at 518-366-9208.
Almost everyone has an old TV, computer, printer, cell phone or other gadgets lurking about the house or office hoping to stay out of the trash. Unwanted or expired medicine also tends to remain in cabinets for years and flushing them is no longer a responsible method of disposal.
Cost: $125.00 per person or a table of 8 for $1,000
The Twin Rivers Council BSA is very pleased to be Honoring Dan Burke of NBT Bank with the prestigious 2012 Good Scout Award! Peter Aust will be the presenter and MC of this great Event for Dan.
Wednesday, May 23 at 7p.m. Southern Adirondack Audubon Society and the Adirondack Mountain Club will host ADK's Maureen Coutant as she presents "Adirondack Flora and Fauna."
Celebrate Memorial Day with a home-town parade and ceremony! The parade will begin at 6 PM starting at the corner of Main St. and William St. and continue down Main St. to the Village Triangle Park
V.F.W. and American Legion sponsor Greenwich's annual parade; which steps off at 6pm from the bridge & ends at the VFW on Abeel Ave with a final ceremony, followed by food & refreshments; the public is welcome.
Where: Goodsell Museum, 2993 State Route 28, Old Forge
The barn at the Goodsell Museum will be the site of a sale of items donated by members and friends to benefit the Town of Webb Historical Association in conjuction with the town-wide garage sale.
When: Fri, May 25, 2012 until Sat, May 26, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $150 + $20 for materials.
Plaque carving is a wonderful way to carve a two-dimensional surface creating a striking three-dimensional image. In this case, Walt has selected a beautiful Canvasback Duck.
North Woods Inn and Murder Mystery USA are hosting a murder mystery weekend this May. Enjoy a weekend of intrigue and suspense in the Adirondacks. Come test out your detective skills and try to figure out who dunnit'.
When: Fri, May 25, 2012 until Mon, May 28, 2012
| 4:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Where: YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George
Cost: $205/215 adult member/non-member; $165/175 child; $795/815 family
What a better way to kick off the summer than at Family Camp at YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George? Enjoy canoeing, hiking, archery, rock climbing, ropes course, arts and crafts, nature walks, games, campfires, and more-all designed for families to enjoy time together!
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $25 + materials (see below).
Here you will learn/refresh basic embroidery stitches and how to use them as well as other items to embellish you new crazy quilt. Let you creative juices flow as you embellish your unique "Crazy Quilt" or wall hanging.
Start at South Street Naval Memorial with Memorial Service at Low Sreet after parade. Submariners will be dedicating sub vets memorial after parade memorial service. Sponsored by VFW Post 358 and American Legion Post 234.
Where: Adirondack Interpretive Center, 5922 State Route 28N Newcomb, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
This event will include hands-on programs about loons, logging, and log driving in the Adirondacks, an exploration of human and natural?history tied to the lakes and stream of Huntington Wildlife Forest.? The day-long event will conclude with a Loon Race fundraising event for the whole family.?Winner will receive cash prize! Interested in sponsoring a loon? Visit our website!
Where: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Round Trip to Old Forge from Utica and back
Cost: 60.00
All Aboard the Adirondack Polka Express on Sat., May 26th from Utica to the Thendara station, accompanied by the happy toe-tapping sound of Fritz's Polka Band.
When: Sat, May 26, 2012 until Sun, May 27, 2012
| 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $75 + $15 for materials.
For those with some experience in thick and thin pen lettering this class will provide an introduction to two more old-style hands. The first, called "Old English," is often seen on diplomas and certificates.
When: Sat, May 26, 2012 until Sun, May 27, 2012
| 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Old Forge, New York
Cost: $17 per day / $30 for two
On Memorial Day Weekend the Adirondacks will play host to POLKAFESTUSA, the 15th annual celebration of polka dance and music. The event features four nationally known Polka bands.
Brunch on The Bay in The View Restaurant at Dunham's Bay Resort. Every Sunday 10am-2pm Voted #1 Best Sunday Brunch in The Post Star Best of the Region 2012.
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $15 prepaid $20 at the door
A.F.S. inspires hands, heart and mind to preserve the Adirondack arts, crafts & culture through its diversity of classes offered each year. Join us as we celebrate the official start of the summer class schedule with a chicken barbecue and silent tool auction. New and slightly used tools have been donated with the
proceeds from the auction going for the operating expenses of A. F.S.
See the place where life-changing experiences can happen for your child! The Open House at YMCA Camp Chingachgook will feature a stroll about one of the best camp settings in the country, as well as endearing stories about how camp experiences have changed so many lives. Stay later to hike on your own on many of the marked trails including nearby lookouts and Buck Mountain.
Celebrate Memorial Day with a home-town parade! The parade will begin at 10AM starting at Bay Street by the Civil War Monument, proceeding north on Glen Street.
Parade starts at the corner of Fifth Street and Palmer Avenue, proceeds down Palmer Avenue, right on Main Street, Left on Maple St. to St. Mary's Cemetery.
Under the new EPA Lead, Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) rule, contractors, renovators, remodelers, painters, maintenance workers and others performing renovation, repair and painting projects in homes, apartments, child care facilities, and schools
A Reiki Share Circle is a space where the circle of giving and receiving inherent in the practice of Reiki is shared between practitioners at all levels, in mutual support.
Join us on the first Thursday of each month, alternating between True North Yoga in Schroon Lake and Oasis Massage Spa in North Creek, to practice together and learn from each other.
Tierney's Restaurant will host a Dine for the Lake event to benefit the Lake George Land Conservancy, Thursday, May 31 from 5 - 9 pm. Support a local business and the protection of water quality at the same time!
The 2012 LakeGeorge.com Elvis Festival takes place May 31 - June 3, 2012 in Lake George NY. Over 4,000 spectators are expected to celebrate the life and music of Elvis Presley!
When: Today until Mon, Oct 8, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: The History Museum - Station St., Lake Placid NY
ICE! The Historic Exhibit will be on display for the 2011 and 2012 seasons and explores the many ways that ice has determined the course of history in Lake Placid and North Elba.
When: Today until Tue, Dec 31, 2013
| 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Where: In The Northwest Tower Lobby
Cost: Open Everyday - Year Round
Come visit the Gift Atrium for a unique shopping experience with gift items for every taste, budget and season. Gift Cards, Fresh Flowers, and Everyday Sundries - something for everyone
When: Today until Mon, Dec 17, 2012
| 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Where: Journey's - 384Ridge Road, Queensbury
Cost: $10 a session
Take 15 minutes out of your lunch hour to release, stress from your body. Give yourself the gift of balance and peace with just 15 minutes of your lunch hour.
When: Today until Fri, Jun 15, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Where: Crandall Public Library, 251 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
This Folklife Gallery exhibition of original paintings, prints, and drawings by Stephen Alcorn celebrates the life and times of Odetta Holmes (1930-2008), and is occasioned by the publication of the critically acclaimed picture book titled "Odetta - The Queen of Folk,"
When: Today until Fri, Aug 31, 2012
| 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: The Cambridge Hotel and Restaurant
Every Thursday night join us for a selection of Tapas! $7.00 per plate, drink specials all night long! It is a fun filled night for you to let down your hair and relax with some great wine and exquisite food! Call us for more information or visit or website for the weekly menu.
Where: Fundraising and training program to benefit the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
Team Challenge is the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's endurance training and fundraising program. Through Team Challenge, you can train for the Centurion 50 Mile Cycle event at Lake George, on June 24, 2012.
When: Today until Sun, May 27, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: The Hyde Collection
Cost: $8 general; $6 Srs; free Wednesday
Henri Toulouse-Lautrec's fascination with the spirit and glamour of Parisian life at the turn of the twentieth century is the focus of this exhibition...
When: Today until Wed, Oct 31, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Where: Town of Webb Historical Association's Goodsell Museum, 2993 New York 28 Old Forge, NY 13420
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
This feature exhibit contains history of local doctors, nurses, and health care professionals from the late 1800's to present day, stories of transporting patients, medical equipment, photographs and more.
Where: Crandall Public Library, 251 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY
Cost: $25
$25 buys a chance to win $500 or $1,000 cash in the Love Your Library Raffle, and sponsor Scoville Jewelers returns the $25 ticket price in store credit during the month of June, no exclusions, no minimum purchase ($50 per person credit limit).
When: Today until Tue, May 22, 2012
| 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Where: Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main street, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Cost: $150
This class will introduce you to the basics of playing bluegrass style banjo, which is also called 3-finger or Scruggs style, and is the popular sound heard in familiar tunes such as the Beverly Hillbillies Theme Song, Rocky Top, and Foggy Mountain Breakdown.
When: Today until Sun, May 27, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: The Hyde collection
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Juried Show: 21st Annual Regional Juried High School Exhibition. One hundred works of art, chosen by a jury of arts professionals, reveal the emerging talent of young artist as well as regional art teachers' dedication to excellence.
When: Today until Fri, Jul 20, 2012
| 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Ski West Mountain
Cost: $125.00 per team of 5 players
Ski West Mountain will be hosting Volleyball Leagues on Wednesday and Friday nights in June, July & August. Courts open in May for practice. First session starts June 6th, 2012. For more information or to register a team please visit our website.
Calling all amateur cooks! This year's Double H Ranch Annual Gala will feature a one-of-a-kind Chuckwagon Challenge an Amateur Southwest Culinary Competition.
Come to Sushi Yoshi in Lake George and experience amazing Chinese and Japanese cuisine.
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Enter here for a chance to win a stay at the Heartbreak Hotel and admission to Graceland!
Voting is now open for the 2012 Best Of Lake George survey! Give your opinion on the best places to eat, sleep and enjoy Lake George.
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