Mary Giella: July 2011 Archives

We suffered with rain yesterday, but, it's gone!  It's a beautiful day in Lake George!  What's your favorite thing to do when you're here?

The Jamison Clan from Troy visited Lake George for a day last week.  They played mini golf at Lumberjack Pass and then they were heading to one of the beaches on Lake George planning a great day. They emailed me to let me know they had a blast!

Today is a perfect day for taking a carriage ride through the village, swimming, taking a cruise on the lake, or maybe you want to rent a boat and create your own adventure swimming in one of the many bays.  Did you know that our area has dinner theatres, comedy clubs and a Drive-In movie theatre?  Did you know that we call Lake George the mini golf capitol of New York?  Did you know that Lake George boasts two of the top ten craziest mini golf courses on Earth as ranked by www.entertainmentdesigner.com?  Lumberjack Pass ranked # 5 and Around the World came in at # 10!  Kudos to us!

It's Time to Visit Lake George!  We're here to WOW! you.  See you soon!

WOW!  Lake George at the end of July - sunny, warm, and busy!  The rest of this week and into the weekend will feature sun and temps in the low to mid 80's with only a chance of scattered rain on Friday.

Perfect weather to watch the fire works, cruise the lake, swim, and much more.  The Saratoga Race Course is in it's 143rd season - no racing on Tuesdays.

This is the last chance to get the "sizzling sunday" reduced rate at the Wingate in Lake George.  Add this Sunday to your stay and enjoy $25.00 off!

Plan ahead!  Day Out With Thomas will be here on August 27th and 28th and September 3rd & 4th.  Ride the train with a full size Thomas the Tank Engine and get to meet Sir Topham Hat - fun for all!  For more information, visit www.thomasandfriends.com/dowt

It's Time to Visit Lake George!

The Saratoga-North Creek Railway will debut for all riders this Saturday after a trial run yesterday!  Train service will include three round-trips from North Creek to Saratoga Springs and one from North Creek to Hadley per day Thursdays through Mondays.  The train service will have a dining car and domed cars for the ultimate in scenic views!  This train service will provide an additional gateway to the Adirondacks in addition to the scenic excursions.  Plans include themed excursions and ski train trips.  I'm so excited, I can't wait to board the train in fall.  Please email your pics to me!  

ALL ABOARD!

What are you doing today?  Anybody not here and wishing that they were?  We wish you were here too!  Maybe you're enjoying the first day of the Saratoga County Fair.  Lake George is a short 25 minute drive from the fair! 

This week brings the Saratoga County Fair, the opening of the 143rd Saratoga Racing Season, free fireworks on Thursday at 9:30 in Lake George Village.  A Celtic Rock Band, Hair of the Dog, will be playing at Shepard Park at 7:30 - a great into to the fireworks display.

Car enthusiasts!  View rods, customs, muscle, drag, and trucks at Lake George Hot Rod Happening - Lake George Village on July 22nd & 23rd from 1-7.  See you soon!

It's 90 degrees in Lake George today - thankfully we have a lot of water actvities to keep you cool!  Tomorrow's weather forecast calls for a few thunderstorms, but, not a washout - plenty of time to play!  Tuesday and Wednesday will be sunny and warm.

Five short days until the Saratoga Racing Season is in full swing - be a part of the 143rd season.  NBC will be broadcasting daily from Saratoga.  Take a sneak peek at what it's all about before you arrive!

Great hotel deal!  The Wingate, a 2 time award winning property, is offering a 20% discount for each night with a minimum stay of 2 days!  Call 518-668-4884 for more details.

Great B & B deal!  The Cornerstone Victorian B & B in Warrensburg is offering your 4th night free when you book 3 nights.  This special is valid until October 20, 2011!  Award winning breakfast!!!  Say hi to Doug & Louise!

Just a reminder - the Saratoga County Fair July 19th to July 24th in Ballston Spa. 

It's Time to Visit Lake George!

Lake George is enjoying beautiful weather today!  It's 79 and sunnry, heading to 85.  Sunday will be a little warmer and just as sunny with a high of 90!  Perfect Lake George swimming and boating weather - lake temperature has now reached a balmy 75 - perfect for swimming, para-sailing, tubing and water skiing.

Saratoga Race Course is holding it's 31st annual open house tomorrow, Sunday July 17th - free admission!  Saratoga Race Course opens for it's 143rd racing season on Friday July 22!  Don't forget, the Saratoga County Fair will take place from July 19 - July 24 in Ballston Spa.  This week you can catch the fair and the opening of the race course - a short 20 minute drive from Lake George!

Veronica Ballestrini will be performing in Shepard Park, Lake George on Monday July 18th.  This concert is presented by the Girls Scouts of Northeastern New York and is free.  Concert is from 1:30 - 3:30 - get there in time to catch a seat!

Stop by and say hi!

If you are here for the day, a weekend, week, or for the summer, the Lake George region has oodles of things to do and we're all looking forward to your visit!  First and foremost is Lake George!  Swim, sail, para-sail, canoe, wade, kayak, take an excursion, rent a boat, visit one of the many bays for the ultimate swimming experience!  Maybe this is your year for trying water skiing  or tubing. 

Here's an A to Z sampling of the fun things that await you!  Arcades, Balloon Flights, Carriage Rides, Diving, Entertainment - Comedy Clubs, Dinner Theater, Polynesian Show, Fireworks, Fun Parks, Golf, History, Indoor Amusements - Waterpark, Go-Karts, Model Railroads, Microbreweries, Mini Golf, Nature Trails, Outdoor Attractions - Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course, Parasailing, River Tubing, Sailing, Guided Tours, Waterskiing, and Visit a winery andmuch, much more!

There are many attractions to visit while you're here that are close enough for a day trip.  These venues are just 90 minutes from Lake George!  Among them are High Falls Gorge, a natural wonder that began taking shape a billion years ago, Ausable Chasm, the oldest and largest natural attraction in the Adirondacks, The North Pole, Home of Santa's Workshop - child friendly rides, parades, pageants, and, of course, Santa's Reindeer!  Just a stone's throw from these attractions is the village of Lake Placid - watch the skiers practice, visit the Olympic venues, climb White Face Mountain, or maybe enjoy a chairlift ride.

Lake George, the perfect vacation!  Stop by and say hi while you're here!  We'll see you soon.

I hope everyone has a GREAT and SAFE 4th of July weekend.  The weather in Lake George is picture perfect.  Fireworks at 9:30 in Lake George Village on the 4th!  Bolton, Ticonderoga will also hold their fireworks display on the 4th!

July 3rd fireworks are in Hauge, East Field in Glens Falls, and the Ski Bowl in North Creek.

Send me pictures of the fireworks and I'll post them!

Hope to see you at Lumberjack this weekend!