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celebrate the season! By Keith Lobdell
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he dead of winter is not the time to stay indoors, secluded from the world. ItÕ s the time to get out and celebrate all things icy and frigid. There are numerous winter festivals held throughout the region over the next two months, and here is just a peak at what local towns and organizations have to offer:
Long Lake Ice Fest
Adults $10; kids under age 8 $5. Friday, Feb. 13, is also the beginning of SnoCade Photo Scavenger Hunt in Indian Lake, sponsored by PineÕ s Country Store and the Town of Indian Lake, with support from the Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce --- all three locations will have entry forms. Participants will have a week to snap various pictures of the town to win two gift certificates. Many events are planned for Saturday and Sunday so start the day with a hearty breakfast at the fire hall. Indian Lake’s Volunteer Fire Dept. and Auxiliary will be serving 7 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, and 7 to 11 a.m. on Sunday. After breakfast on Saturday will be the Snowarriors Poker Run; Chamber of CommerceÕ s Winter Wonderland Craft Fair; the Friends of the Library’s Book and Cookie Sale; the “Wild, Wild, West Outdoor Games” (kidÕ s events) at the ski hut from 1 to 3 p.m.; horseshoes on snow at the ski hut at 3:30 p.m. For the night life there will be the annual Tricky Tray at ILCS Gym. The doors open at 6 p.m. There will also be a 7 p.m. movie at the
The Town of Long Lake Parks and Recreation Department announces the arrival of the fourth annual Ice Fest celebration Feb. 6 through Feb. 7 in Raquette Lake and Long Lake. Installations start Friday morning at 9 a.m. in Raquette Lake and Saturday morning in Long Lake at 8 a.m. The final schedule will be posted on mylonglake.com Stan Kolonko, award winning ice carver and champion, from the Ice Farm in Auburn will be creating ice sculptures and hosting live demonstrations Ice and art combine for the Town of Long Lake Parks and Recreation Department’s Ice Fest, scheduled to take place Saturday, Feb. 7. throughout the weekend. Sculpmore and to win prizes. Ice creations for 2015 will include Emertures will be installed at the Raquette Lake Library, The Town of Indian Lake Theater. Long Lake Office Building, Long Lake Town Beach, The Long son Wallace the iconic historic Long Lake guide, a shamrock, an The Cupcake Shoot-Out will take place Saturday to see who oversized eight block bear and more to be announced. Lake Diner, Owls Head Mountain Farm, The ADK Trading Post, the best cupcake baker is. Cupcakes will be judged on icing/ For more information mylonglake.com The Shamrock Motel, Gillis Realty, the Long Lake Library and frosting, flavor/texture and overall appearance. Cupcakes need HossÕ s Country Corner. to be dropped off at the ski hut between 10 and 11 a.m. with In the 2015 season The Ice FarmÕ s original creations have been Indian Lake Winterfest judging at “high noon.” For more information and to enter call Indian Lake’s 30th Annual Winterfest, with the theme, “Wild, showcased for One Buffalo, at the Skaneateles Winter Fest, and 648-5828. the Erie County Fairgrounds Festival of Lights. Stan and his Wild, West,” will be taking place Feb. 13-15. A popular event that will be taking place on Sunday will be Friday afternoon will kick-off with a Winterfest Parade, feasculpting team travel to compete in World Class events having the Annual Redneck Duct Tape and Cardboard Sled Race at the turing this yearÕ s King and Queen. There will be many themed placed first in the 2013 BP World Ice Art Championships in Fairski hill starting at 1 p.m. Registration will be 12:30 p.m. at the ski floats with the winners announced after the parade at the Indian banks Alaska in the multi-block sculpture abstract category. hut. This sled race is part of the Central Adirondack Cardboard Long Lake Parks and Recreation will be scheduling mini- Lake Restaurant & Tavern. Float prizes will be provided by loSled Race Circuit. Home rules apply. At 3 p.m., the Indian Lake cal businesses. The American Legion Women’s Auxiliary will be events during the day as Stan installs art at each location. SpectaTheater will show Disney’s “Frozen,” featuring a sing-a-long. hosting a lasagna dinner 4:30 until 8 p.m. at the meal site. Menu tors are encouraged to participate in trivia challenges, games and Continued on page 3 will include lasagna, salad, garlic bread, dessert, coffee and tea.
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Continued from page 2 The Winterfest will close on Sunday evening with a bon fire at 6 p.m. and the Torch Run and Fireworks at 6:30 p.m. For more information on these events visit indian-lake.com, email indianlakeea@frontiernet.net or call 648-5828.
Brant Lake Winter Carnival
The Brant Lake Winter Carnival is being held Saturday, Feb. 21, 11 a.m. until dusk. This year a King and Queen contest is being held with many local businesses nominating their Royal Couple and collecting votes, with $1 buying one vote and proceeds will help the TriLakes Business Alliance offset Carnival expenses. The Carnival will again have spectacular Out House Races (with prize money totaling $1,000), snowshoe softball games, curling demonstrations by the Lake Placid Curling Club, broom ball tournaments, skating, ladiesÕ fry pan toss competition, a new “Longest Icicle Contest,” vintage snowmobile display, food, music, fireworks at dusk and more. Bring your own sleds and skates. Located at Jimbo’s on Brant Lake. Anyone interested in registering an Out House ($25 registration fee), softball or broom ball team or vintage snowmobile, please email cmead3@nycap.rr.com or call 494-3016. Softball games begin at 11 a.m., with outhouse races tentatively beginning around 4 p.m. (must have houses on the lake by 1 p.m.). Fireworks are scheduled for dusk. All times and events subject to change due to weather conditions and general mishaps.
Krazy Downhill Derby
In an area where winter sports opportunities abound, an uncommon celebration combining sports and romance will occur in late February in Chestertown. This year, the North Warren Chamber of Commerce’s annual Krazy Downhill Derby, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 14, celebrates two events -- ValentineÕ s Day and the Derby. In keeping with the spirit of the celebration, competitors and spectators alike are asked to wear red to help celebrate this unique event. A free Continental breakfast by the Rotary Club begins at 9 a.m. in the warm-up hut with events shortly thereafter. Downhill Derby Registration is all morning and the Derby sets off from the top of the hill at noon. Divisions and prizes awarded for adults and kids alike. Refreshments including cake will be served in the ski hut. Dozens of competitors who have spent months planning and constructing their sleds will be taking part in other winter activities as well to celebrate this occasion. More than 20 sleds with a variety of themes will come careening down the hill. Past entries have included a rocket, a penguin, a train and Sponge Bob Squarepants, among others. Also on tap that day will be a scavenger hunt, winter awareness talk, hockey shootout, live DJ sound and much more. Bring your snowshoes, skates and skis and enjoy the whole day at Dynamite Hill and explore the Caroline Fish X-Country Ski and Snowshoe Trials. The trials are newly mapped and developed, and offer a wide range of terrain for winter fun. There is a minimal fee per person ($3 for each person on a sled) for entering. For more information, call 494-2722 or visit northwarren.com. Visit our Facebook page at facebook.com/dynamitehill.
Hague Winter Weekend
The annual Hague Winter Weekend will take place starting Friday, Feb. 13, and run through Sunday, Feb. 15. On Friday, the Snow Queen Pageant will take place at 7 p.m. at the Hague Community Center. Mary C. Beste Scholarship Awards will be presented during intermission. There will be basket raffles, 50-50 raffle and a bake sale to help fund future pageants. On Saturday, the Firemen’s Breakfast will be held from 7 until 11 a.m. at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department. Price is adults $10, children under 12 $5. The Rotary International silent auction will also take place at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department during the same time. Family Fun will be held from noon until 3 p.m. at Silver Bay YMCA with crafts and games for the entire family. The eighth annual Chili Bake Off will be held at 5 p.m. at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department. Admission is adults $10, chil-
Sled races are a part of the winter fun in the North Country. The town of Indian Lake will host a Redneck Duct Tape and Cardboard Sled Race Sunday, Feb. 15, while the annual Krazy Downhill Derby will take place on Dynamite Hill in Chestertown one day earlier, celebrating both winter and Valentine’s Day Feb. 14. dren $5. Those who wish to enter a chili may call Pat Hintze at 543-6502. There will be live music provided by Calamity Rock, raffles, food and refreshments. This event is sponsored by the Hague Chamber of Commerce and the Hague Volunteer Fire Department. On Sunday, there will be cross country skiing from 11 a.m. until noon at the RogerÕ s Rock Campground. Registration for Polar Plunge will start at 1 p.m. at the Trout House Dock. There will be a $5 fee for those who donÕ tÕ have pledges. Pledge sheets are available prior to the event at the Hague Community Center, Silver Bay General Store, Stewart’s Shoppe, Maplefield’s, Ticonderoga Chamber of Commerce or by calling Tom Haskell at 585-9890. The Polar Plunge will take place at 2 p.m. at the Trout House Dock. This event raises money for the ChildrenÕ s Miracle Network. This event is sponsored by the Hague Sno-Goers. After the Polar Plunge at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department, awards will be present for most monies raised for the ChildrenÕ s Miracle Network. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Lake George Winter Carnival
Since its inception during the winter months of 1961, The Lake George Winter Carnival has been a celebration of all things
Adirondack wintertime outdoor activities continues with four weekends in the month of February. The festival committee, all volunteers, has been preparing for the 54th annual event and seeks others to help with childrenÕ s activities, cook offs, games, golf, security, outhouse races and more. Carnival events may change due to weather so please check back often as we will update this as the carnival goes on. A schedule of events includes: Saturday, Feb. 7, starts with The Polar Cap Run, a 4-mile road race, begins on Canada Street and goes through streets of Lake George Village. Come have some winter fun and run for a great cause, Upstate NY Autism Awareness. The registration begins at 10 a.m. For more information go to adirondackrunners.org. The opening ceremonies for the Lake George Winter Carnival also has many activities throughout the weekend. The Saturday (Feb. 7) activities that are planned begin with the opening ceremonies at noon, at Shepard Park Beach. This is followed by the outhouse races at 12:30 p.m. The registration is at Duffy’s at 10 a.m. The chili cook off will be at 12:30 p.m. at Shepard Park Beach. This is followed by the LGWC Parade at 4 p.m. There will be a bon fire on the beach following the parade. People can make smores and watch the fireworks. Continued on page 4
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Continued from page 3 The Sunday events include the “Glacier” Golf Tournament from noon to 3 p.m. This is a six hold course. There will be prizes from local golf courses. The team signup are for two or four. There will be dogslide rides on the lake for $15. The next weekend, Feb. 14-15, there will be NY State AMA Sanctioned Motorcycle and ATV Ice Race Championship on Saturday and Sunday. The registration will be at DuffyÕ s at 9 a.m. For information call Frank Carpinello at 330-3648 or 542-2144 or go to electricityriders.com. There will be an ATV Poker Run/ Scavenger Hunt on Saturday. The registration is from 9 to 11 a.m. at Duffy’s. For information call 361-2559. The barbecue cook off will be held Saturday at noon at Shepard Park Beach. There will be a Snow Sculpting Contest that is sponsored by the Lake George Village. There will be a bonfire on the beach Saturday at 4 p.m. The Ice Diving Demonstrations will be Saturday and Sunday presented by Rich MorinÕ s Professional Scuba Center. Visit the Breezy Hill Alpaca Farm at Shepard Park Saturday and Sunday. Dogsled rides on the lake will be held Saturday and Sunday for $15. There will be a Giant Kite flying on the ice on Saturday. For information go to nyke.org. There will be car races on the ice Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 21-22. For information go to icracing.com. There will be ATV Poker/Run/Scavenger Hunt Saturday. The registration will be from 9 to 11 a.m. at Duffy’s. There will be a Saturday Bonfire on the Beach at 4 p.m. People can enjoy smores and watch the fireworks. There will be an Ice Diving Demonstration both Saturday and Sunday presented by Rich MorinÕ s Professional Scuba Center. There will be a Chowder Cook Off Saturday at noon at Shepard Park Beach. The Breezy Hill Alpaca Farm will be held at Shepard Park both Saturday and Sunday. There will be a Tavern Competition Sunday at Shepard Park Beach at 1 p.m. This is hosted by MarioÕ s Restaurant. There will be 4x4 truck races Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 28 through March 1. This event is sponsored by King NeptuneÕ s Restaurant. There will be a Ice Diving Demonstration Saturday and Sunday presented by Rich MorinÕ s Professional Scuba Center. There will be a Bonfire on the Beach Saturday at 4 p.m. People will be able to make s’mores and watch the fireworks. There will be a chicken wing cook off Saturday at noon at Shepard Park Beach. There will be a raffle drawing at Shepard Park Beach Sunday at 3 p.m. Dogsled rides on the lake will be available Saturday for $15. Each weekend, there will be fireworks over the lake Saturday at 6 p.m. The Lake George DogÕ s Got Talent Show will be at Shepard Park Beach at 2:30 p.m. This is sponsored by dogcabinlg@yahoo.com. The Polar Plunge will be at Shepard Beach at 3 p.m. The Wish Lantern Fly off will be Saturday at the beach at 5:30 p.m. The Giant Snow Slide will be at Shepard park. There will be childrenÕ s activities including zumba and face painting at King NeptuneÕ s Restaurant from 11 until 2 p.m. For information call 668-2017. There will be a Snowmobile Water Skip at 2 p.m. Pony rides will be available for $5 in the park from noon to 3 p.m. Kids indoor mini golf will be at the Magic Castle. For information call 883-3777. There will be ice carvings and wood caring in Shepard park by Glens Tree Art. There will be Lake George Winter Carnival souvenirs during the day. For more information, visit lakegeorgewintercarnival.com.
Thurman Maple Days
The tiny southern Adirondack town of Thurman is home to the four largest maple farms in Warren County—Hidden Hollow, Valley Road, Adirondack Gold and Toad Hill, all within about a five-mile radius of each other. Each year they collaborate to celebrate and share this age old rite of spring by hosting Thurman Maple Days, through rain, snow or shine, the last three full weekends of March (March 1415; 21-22; 28-29, 2015). Maple-scented steam billows from the sugar house cupolas as they throw open the doors of their sugarhouses from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and invite the public in for free demonstrations, tours, talks and tastes. At some sites, folks try out snowshoes, or trek to the sugarbush to learn how to tap, or see sap dripping from traditional taps into buckets. At various sites, guests taste different grades of syrup or even sample maple tea or coffee and buttermilk pancake mix. Valley Road Maple Farm serves a pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Their tours and shop hours continue until 4 p.m. Nearby farms open, too, offering goods that fit the maple theme. Find maple slabs for counter or table tops at MartinÕ s Lumber. Catch carvings of maple spoons, artisan demos and kidsÕ activities. Nearby Nettle Meadow Farm gives tours and
Those who make their way to the shores of Lake George do so in style as part of the polar plunges taking place throughout the Lake George Winter Carnival, held throughout the month of February. tastes, highlighted by a maple walnut ch• vre, a March specialty. The cheese shop offers more. Peru Llama Farm is a great stop for kids. The maple sugaring heritage runs deep in Thurman, where woodlands are dotted with other sugarhouses that have played or still play a proud role in smaller-scale maple production. Small or commercial, most maple producers freely admit that they engage in this rite of spring because they are addicted to both the process and to that pure, sweet taste of home-boiled syrup. One elderly maple addict once quipped, “You know, old sugar makers never die; they just evaporate.”
Schroon Lake Chili Cook Off
The chili cook off has returned for another year Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Mountainside Christian Academy gymnasium, 165 US Route 9, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m.
Chili cooks compete in the categories of Best Meaty Chili, Best Veggie Chili, People’s Choice Award and Best Chili from a Fire, Ambulance or Rescue Squad. One hundred percent of the proceeds go to the Schroon Lake EMS Department. Guests will be able to purchase chili tasting tickets for $1 each, a bowl of chili for $5, or an unlimited tasting wristband for $15. Please stop by the registration table upon arrival to purchase your tasting tickets or wristbands. To-go bowls will be available as well. Bottled water will be available for $1. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to participate in voting for PeopleÕ s Choice Award. Each tasting guest will receive one vote for the PeopleÕ s Choice Award. Votes will be tallied and the winner announced at 1:30 p.m. Trophies will also be awarded at 1:30 p.m. For more information, call 532-4300.
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Anglers can find big catches throughout the region even in the dead of winter, and may even be able to cash in through several ice fishing tournaments held annually.
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ice fishing contests a frigid tradition in the north country By Ryan Price
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s the winter months drag the Northeast into a winter slumber, waterways of all shapes and sizes glaze over with a shear sheet of ice attracting fishermen from all across the country. Ice fishing which is a long standing tradition in the Adirondacks, brings men, women and children of all ages out of their homes and onto the ice looking for their next big catch. Al Povorznik, a 75 year old native of Ticonderoga, says he has been ice fishing since the young age of five and can still recall his first time out on the ice. “My dad and I were smelt fishing in Port Henry, something you can’t do any more,” said Povorznik. Povorznik, who isnÕ t a competitive angler, competes in tournaments and derbies to simply benefit the cause or organization that puts it on and to be able to spend his time out on the ice waiting to wrangle in his next Lake Trout. Povorznik describes fishing as a passion. “Fishing is a passion. It is either something you have a passion for don’t. If you do, you will always make time or find excuses to go fishing.” This universal statement represents what drags fishermen of all backgrounds out onto the ice: their next catch.
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These clean, pristine waters often are a boaterÕ s paradise in the hot summer months, however, a flurry of excitement attacks the lake in the meager winter months as jiggers try to hook a Landlocked Salmon or Lake Trout in the deep cold waters of the lake. Meanwhile, other anglers strive to load their buckets full of Yellow Perch and Bluegills. Out on this lake’s barren surface, fisherman often gather at AnthonyÕ s Nose or Flat Rock to chisel their way through the ice. On Lake George these fierce competitors gather at two common fishing tournaments to put their skills to the test. The Northern Lake George Ice Fishing Tournament, 6 a.m. at Hague town beach will be held Feb. 21 and 22. Prizes will be awarded for four categories of fish: Lake Trout, Perch, Salmon, and Northern Pike. All fish will be weighed in at the Hague Fish and Game Club. David May, of the Hague Fish and Game Club, said the tournament is open to all ages. “All adults are given cash prizes based on the number of entries we have and kids in the junior division are given trophies and prizes,” said May. This year the club will being giving out fishing poles to the kids in the junior division and as long as ice permits will have snowmobiles out on the lake to pick up fish from anglers entered in the tournament to bring back to the club to weigh in. The Lake George Chingachgook Classic: the Annual Ice Fishing Derby, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15, at YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George, sign up is $25 per day or $30 for both for adults and kids under 12 are $6 per day and $10 for both. Prizes are awarded for the heaviest fish in four categories: Salmon, Northern Pike, Perch, and Lake Trout. There is also a youth division for just Lake Trout and Perch. Chris Thompson, property manager at the camp and avid fisherman, hopes to raise $10,000 to help children attend summer camp on Lake George. Camp staff will serve hot food and beverages by a bonfire on the camp’s beach at the end of the Pilot Knob Rd off Route 9L. The tournament has been in existence for 14 years and hopes to continue its success and efforts to raise money for the youth in the area.
SIMON POND
This fish embedded deep within the forests of the Adirondacks is every fisherman’s favorite attraction in the frost-covered landscape. As the terrain surrounding the pond enters hibernation, the bottom of the pond comes alive with a fluster of activity. Northern Pike go from hook to hook searching for the proper shriner to pull them to the surface and Pumpkinseed pursue the proper grubbed covered hook to drag them to the top of the ice. Fishermen from all across the Northeast and Canada gather for an annual fishing derby on the pond. The Northern Challenge Ice Fishing Derby, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tupper Lake Rod and Gun Club on Feb. 7 with a $35 registration fee, offers over $33,000 in cash and prizes making this is any sportsmen dream competition. Dave McMahon president of the Tupper Lake Rod and Gun Club says the derby has been a huge success for the past 15 years. “Last year’s prizes included power augers, portable sheds, charters out on Lake Ontario and two ATV’s,” said McMahon. The derby, which gives out prizes for only catch and release Northern Pike, attracts anglers from seven different states. The club hopes to increase their turnout at this yearÕ s event compared to last yearÕ s 850 people. “We try to make the derby a family event rather than just an individual one,” said McMahon. “We try to offer prizes to kids just for being there, to encourage them to be outside and away from the TV.” Continued on page 10
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Music for amusement this winter
By Maggie Morgan
maggie@denpubs.com Though summer seems to be the most popular time to get out of the house and listen to some tunes, winter 2015 is giving the season a run for its money. In addition to the many live bands that regularly play at area restaurants, there are some major musical moments coming up in the next few months, making winter not so bad after all.
Lake George Music Festival’s Winter Concert Series:
Lake George’s popular summer Music Festival will have its first ever winter series the weekend of Feb. 7 and 8 at the Caldwell Presbyterian Church in Lake George. Festival Director, Alexander Lombard, anticipates the wintertime installment will gather a local crowd for its first year, but as the series moves forward will hopefully attract visitors from out of town. A perfect complement for a day of shopping at the outlets, followed by an evening of dining at one of the many fine area restaurants, the Winter Concert Series will end the day beautifully. The series will feature a range of popular classical music as well as never-before-heard selections of renowned composers. The concert is free of charge with a suggested donation, but will fill up quickly so concert-goers can book in advance today. Visit lakegeorgemusicfestival.com for a detailed list of performers or call 791-5089 to book your seat in advance.
Ti’Coustics:
This concerts are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Burleigh House in Ticonderoga. The bi-monthly events gather local artists to perform for an intimate group of people, sometimes performing around the evenings “theme.” The mini-concert series gives locals a burst of talent through live music to look forward to and enjoy during the middle of the week, something that each and every person can benefit from. The most pure, meaningful artistry often comes from those who have the most passion for their music and are willing to share it with the community. For more information on the series visit ticonderogany.chambermaster. com/events/ or call Ti Arts at 585-7301.
Bands N’ Beans:
For the 24th year, live music lovers and chili champs will gather under one roof for a good cause. On March 22 from 2 to 7 p.m., Roaring Brook Ranch will again host the “Bands N’ Beans” festival. Area restaurantÕ s will serve up their chili to battle for the best in show while popular local musicians provide the soundtrack. This year’s musicians include Rich Ortiz, Stony Creek Band, Soul Sky, and Rattail Jimmy, with more to be announced in the near future. The event is only $20 to attend and will allow the anticipated 1,000 visitors to sample the chiles of over 50 restaurants and vote on their favorites. All proceeds will be donated to the Lake George Arts Project and their efforts. For more information on the event, call 668-5755. To check out the organization the event will benefit, visit lakegeorgearts.org. DonÕ t sit inside listening to the same old tracks and strumming away at your guitar until the sun is shining, start checking out these winter events to get your groove on. Whether you want to enjoy some live music, play for an audience yourself, or get your classical fix-you can do it all this winter. Several websites offer listings of live music year round incase you have a craving for some tunes on a random weeknight. Visit lakegeorge.com, adirondack.net, and glensfallregion.com for everyday schedules of live music in the area. In the mean time, mark your calendars for the upcoming festivals that will be heating things up this winter.
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camp santanoni opens up for winter
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n the dead of winter we often find ourselves stagnant, bored, and waiting for something to make us excited again; the dreary weather and bitter cold are less than inviting, but some things are worth getting out and finding the fun in each and every season! This winter, connect with the people of winterÕ s past by taking a trip to Camp Santanoni. For the third year, the DEC in partnership with SUNY ESF, Adirondack Architectural Heritage and the Town of Newcomb will open up one of the “Great Camps” to the public for three winter weekends. The history behind the camp itself is a draw in itself, but add guided snowshoeing and cross country skiing into the mix and it becomes a mini vacation! The 9.8-mile round trip cross-country ski voyage goes from the Gate Lodge Complex, past the Farm Complex, to the lakeside Main Camp Complex and will detail the history of the area and allow visitors to explore one of the most beautiful and remote areas in our region. Participants will kick the winter blues, get a workout in, and learn a thing or two about the Adirondacks all in one trip! Though the trails are open for recreational use year round, the winter weekends allow visitors to go on an interpretive tour with the Adirondack Architectural Heritage, visit both the Gate Lodge and Main Lodge of Camp Santanoni, view displays about the great camp, and visit the stone ArtistÕ s Studio which will be open to use as a warming hut. The Adirondack Interpretive Center will provide showshoe rentals free of charge for visitors at the Gate Lodge for those who wish to enjoy the hike. The Adirondack Interpretive Center will be open during the winter weekends and invite the public to enjoy their exhibits as well. A half mile trail connects the camp down towards the center and their 3.6 mile trail system; it is a fun detour from the camp site and will allow visitors to stop by the AIC whose buildings will be open during the winter weekends!
The majestic mountains and natural landscape we inhabit is like living inside a painting; as the seasons change our surroundings beautifully change with it, beckoning for us to explore. In the summer time we swim in our crystal clear lakes and bask in the sunshine, in the fall we hike our high peaks and peep the colorful leaves, and in the winter we take advantage of the snow and let out our inner adventurer. Enjoy the Camp Santanoni winter weekends this year, allowing yourself to get back to nature and take a look into the past.
WINTER WEEKENDS:
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Weekend, January 17 - 19 Presidents Day Holiday Weekend, February 14 - 16 March 14 & 15
ADK INTERPRETIVE CENTER: Building hours during winter weekends will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: AARCH at 834-9328 dec.ny.gov/lands/94034.html esf.edu/aic/
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the lost ski areas By Maggie Morgan
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ave you ever wondered whose skis have hit the Adirondack slopes before you? Which kinds of trails and terrain our ancestors explored? Whether it was for recreation, for transportation, or for survival, skis have carried people across and throughout the Adirondacks for many years before us, and Jeremy Davis recounts many of the places that may have been lost in the blizzard of time. Davis, renowned ski history author, discusses these trails that exist right in our back years, which operated several decades ago, in his book, “Lost Ski Areas of the Southern Adirondacks.” The wordsmith behind the series, won the 2012 International Ski History AssociationÕ s Skade Award for outstanding ski history after penning “Lost Ski Areas of the Southern Adirondacks.”; Davis details slopes in the Gore Mountain Region, Lake George-Schroon Region, Sacandaga Lake and the Foothills, Speculator to Old Forge, and Restored/Open Ski Areas. Last year, Davis delivered a few copies of his book to the North Creek Depot Museum, and head of operations for the museum, Susan Forrest, couldnÕ t stop looking through them. “The second room in the museum is the ski room and people would be really interested so I referred them to his books and we got rid of them quickly,” said Forrest. Forrest is one of many to be excited about the publication, which connects such a prevalent Adirondack past time to its beginning. “The Southern Adirondack region of New York has long been a favorite of winter sports enthusiasts,” writes Davis. “The combination of beautiful mountains, frozen lakes and deep snow cover provides the landscape for all kinds of outdoors activities. All is not lost when it comes to skiing in the Adirondacks; in fact, the sport is doing quite well. Many of these open areas provide for classic skiing experiences on the trails that are over fifty years old.” Quite well is right, and in an interview in late 2014, Emily Stanton of Gore Mountain noted how well business at Gore is doing, so well it continues to boom bigger each and every year. Gore is what Davis called the “epicenter” of skiing in his book, and it certainly seems to be exactly that. The mountain holds events and programs several times a month which gathers visitors from near and far. West Mountain, located less than 40 miles from Gore, boasts a popular skiing and snowboarding program as well whose slopes are often crowded with visitors. The two mountains, in combination with several smaller sites in the region, provide ample opportunity for snow enthusiasts to get outside and do what they love most.
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hitting the snowmobile trails for fun or for a cause W
hen it begins to get chilly and white outside, many New Yorkers bundle up and begin counting down the days until summer. However, there are a select group of people who can barely contain their excitement during the wintertime months: snowmobilers. Upstate New York is home to several snowmobile clubs that gather these die-hards together to take on several trips and trails across the powdered mountain terrain. Some of them dedicated solely to shred some snow and others with a specific cause behind the ride, like the Purple Ribbon Cancer Ride. The Kingsbury Barnstormers Snowmobile Club, the Hartford Ridge Riders, and the Washington County Snowmobile Association join forces to back this one of a kind event, started seven years ago by cancer survivor Donna Brockway. Brockway’s snowmobile was what kept her going during one of the darkest times of her life, and now she has taken that motivation to fuel a ride for those still battling the illness. On Feb. 14, the Purple Ribbon Cancer Ride will commence at 9 a.m. at the Boar’s Nest in Fort Ann. Every dollar raised goes towards a program at the C.R. Woods Cancer Center, the very place Donna had surgery herself. “Randy’s Patient Assistance Fund” is the name of the initiative the ride supports, and it takes care of things many of us would never consider. The fund gives up to $350 per person per year to alleviate travel, lodging, prescriptions and medical co-pay costs. In an Oct. 14 letter from the C.R. Wood Cancer Center to Donna, the center reported that the $13,285 had helped 57 people so far, and detailed exactly what the money was being utilized for. Donating to and participating in this unique event allows riders to assist people in their own
community, their friends, their neighbors, and maybe even a family member. If you belong to another club or are even an independent rider, check out the Purple Ribbon Cancer Ride and you could make some new connections in the snowmobiling community! Maybe it will even inspire you or your club to start a special ride of your own. To contact Donna and learn more about the ride, call 796-7998 or visit purpleribboncancerride.org. The Adirondack region is full of snowmobiling clubs who get out and ride frequently, most of them meeting on a monthly basis. Several of them have rides of their own to benefit an important cause and many of them could be located right in your back yard! If getting out and joining other snow enthusiasts, learning more about trails and terrain in the area, or simply meeting some like minded people sounds like something youÕ re interested in, check out a list
of the snowmobile clubs below! Visit membership.nysnowmobiler.com for detailed information on memberships and meeting schedules.
ESSEX COUNTY
Adirondack Trailriders Ticonderoga 518-585-7110 Lake Placid Snowmobile Club Lake Placid 518-523-6400 Minerva Snow Travelers Minerva, 518-251-4025
518-453-2232 Schroon Lake/North Hudson Snowmobile Club Schroon Lake 518-532-0253
WARREN COUNTY
Hague Sno-Goers, Inc Hague 518-585-9890
Northern Warren Trailblazers Chestertown 518-494-0113
Moriah Snowmobile Club Port Henry, 518 546 7729
South Warren Snowmobile Club, Inc. Lake Luzerne 518-646-3464
Mountain Lakers Snowmobile Club Westport 518-962-8733 Newcomb Snowmobile Club Newcomb
Thurman Connection Snowmobile Club, Inc. Athol 518-623-3272
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BRANT LAKE
These fish infested waters are every vacationerÕ s paradise in the scorching humid summer months; however, as the days grow shorter and the air gets colder the bottom of lake awakens with a plethora of excitement. As anglers venture out on to the ice to search for the perfect fishing spot, they do so in hope to snag a decent size Trout or load a five gallon bucket full of Perch. Outdoorsmen gather at several local fishing competitions on this lake to do what they truly love: fishing. Brant Lake Winter Carnival, Ice Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21 on the ice in front of Jimbo’s.
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This touristÕ s dreamland in the summertime becomes a winter wonderland with numerous ice shanties scattered out on the ice. Anglers set tip-up lines and jig - fingers frozen to their poles--for their next catch. Sportsmen of all ages brave the cold freezing conditions and huddle up in their shanties to latch their lines onto to a fish. As fishermen real up Chain Pickerel, Perch and Northerns they do so in hopes to place in one of the annual fishing contests. The Mike Guarino Memorial Youth Ice Fishing Contest, 8 a.m. to noon Feb. 21, at Lake Luzerne Beach, registration before the start of the contest at the Lake Luzerne Beach, is open to all kids ages 6-18 for free with first, second, and third place prizes being awarded for the largest fish. The cost to enter the contest is free. The contest had over 78 participants last year and has been going on for 11 years. Cher Millis, secretary of the Lake Luzerne Rod and Gun Club and secretary of the Lake Luzerne Chamber of Commerce, says the tournament offers a variety of prizes. “First, second, and third place all get trophies, and then we also give out fishing poles and typical ice fishing supplies.” The event includes lunch for all, hot chocolate for the freez-
This camperÕ s sanctuary is a must see attraction during the mid-July hot summer days, but as winter engulfs the area the locals come out on the ice. Local anglers chop their way through solid inches of ice, set their tip-ups and drop their lines waiting for their next catch. Below the ice Lake Trout and Landlocked Salmon swerve between lines to find the proper minnow to feed their appetite. These fishermen who often take to the ice at the crack of dawn put their skills to the test as they compete in yearly tournaments on the lake and in the surrounding areas. The Lake Eaton Ice Fishing Derby, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 14, anglers can register at either the Long Lake Town Hall or the ADK Trading Post located at 1601 Tupper Road between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. $25 to enter per person and a live weigh in will be held at the Lake Eaton Campground Beach. The event is sponsored by the Long Lake Fish and Game Club and brings out some of the best fishermen around. “These anglers fight the cold and frigid temperatures in an attempt to fish Lake Eaton’s hard to catch fish,” said Bruce Jennings secretary and treasurer of the Long Lake Fish and Game Club. “We offer cash prizes for first, second, and third place fish for Salmon and Lake Trout,” said Jennings. “This year we plan to double the prize money for Lake Trout to inspire some fishermen to go after them.” The derby that drew in 25 anglers last year is new to the area and hoping to expand in the years to come as these anglers attempt to learn the ins and outs of the tumultuous fish of Lake Eaton.
February 7, 2015 The Adult/Kid Ice Fishing Tournament, sponsored by the Long Lake Fish and Game is on a multitude of lakes and ponds in the Long Lake area. The tournament is the first weekend in March and is a great way for the entire family to get out on the local bodies of water. For information about the sign up time, sign up location, or any information about the tournament feel to call the Long Lake Fish and Game Club at 624-4422.
SCHROON LAKE
TouristsÕ takeover this popular summertime destination between May and Sept., but as the ice covers the lake, the localsÕ come out to reclaim what is theirs: the fish. The thought of fastening a Perch or Lake Trout to the end of their lineÕ s is what drags local anglers out of their warm cozy homes and out onto the ice. These fishermen gather at local derbies throughout the ice fishing season to show of their renowned skills. The Schroon Lake Annual Ice Fishing Derby will be held on March 7 and 8 with tickets costing $15 each, registration March 6, noon to 9 p.m. at the Schroon Lake Fish and Game Club. The derby attracted over 600 anglers last year and is an opportune time to socialize and reel in a great catch. The club offers first, second, and third place prizes for Northern Pike, Lake Trout and Salmon, and gives out first place prizes for Pickerel and Perch. Tracy Hanchett, wife of Drew Hanchett who is head of the derby committee, describes the event as all kinds of fun. “The whole thing is great,” said Hanchett. “The club hosts a dinner on Saturday night, and people are in and out constantly as we weigh in fish.” Kevin Hart, a 67 year old Hague native, who has been ice fishing for 60 years enjoys to fish to simply spend the day outdoors and enjoy the local scenery the surrounding area provides. Hart, can still recall his favorite days out on the lake before the Perch limit was 50. Hart, who previously was a fishing guide on Lake George, offers his expertise and advice to first time anglers. He suggests that a novice ice fishermen go with someone experienced for their first time out on the ice to maximize their experience. “Go with someone who knows what they’re doing and has their own equipment initially. To maximize what youÕ re doing and learn what exactly you need to do without wasting your money on equipment.” Ice fishing, which is great way to socialize and make friends does not come without making proper safety precautions. All anglers should check the ice for proper thickness before heading out to fish or taking a motor vehicle out onto the ice. Also, News York State fishing regulations vary at different bodies of water throughout the state and all fishermen over the age of 16 are required to have a New York State Fishing License. For a guide on how to check the proper thickness of ice for different types of motorized vehicles you may wish to take out on the ice feel free to check out adirondack.net/winter/ice-fishing.cfm which provides first time anglers an insight in the world of ice fishing and ice fishing jargon.
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a winter wonderland of events Weekend Events LAKE GEORGE — There will be fireworks over the lake Saturday at 6 p.m. The Lake George Dog’s Got Talent Show will be at Shepards Park Beach at 2:30 p.m. This is sponsored by dogcabinlg@yahoo.com. The Polar Plunge will be at Shepards Beach at 3 p.m. The Wish Lantern Fly off will be Saturday at the beach at 5:30 p.m. The Giant Snow Slide will be at Shepards park. There will be children’s activities including zumba and face painting at King Neptune’s Restaurant from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. For information call 668-2017. There will be a Snowmobile Water Skip at 2 p.m. Pony rides will be available for $5 in the park from noon to 3 p.m. Kids indoor mini golf will be at the Magic Castle. For information call 883-3777. There will be ice carvings and wood carving in Shepards park by Glens Tree Art. There will be Lake George Winter Carnival souvenirs during the day. This is a tentative Schedule. LCWC will not be responsible for any cancellations.
Ice rink announced LAKE GEORGE — Members of the Lake George Volunteer Fire Company and Lake George Village will reinvent the community’s ice-skating ring. In cooperation with the Lake George Central School District, Company members will create and maintain a skating rink on the high school’s lower athletic field. During the 1950’s and 1960’s, prior to the construction of the high school’s new gymnasium the Fire Company flooded the lower field and provided a huge skating area, in the natural bowl during the winter carnival and beyond. Sides of the field scope down to the rink and create a small sledding hill for youngsters as well.
Through Feb. 13 GLENS FALLS — LARAC’s Lapham Gallery invites arts enthusiasts to see the exhibit “Still Observations” Still Observations is a Fine Art Exhibition featuring painted and drawn works by four talented female artists;
Ganna Halvorsen, Kate Hartley, Lynda Naske, and Jeri MacDonald. Direct questions to Gallery Curator Jenny Hutchinson, gallery@larac.org or 798-1144 ext. 2.
Through Wednesday, Feb. 25 NORTH CREEK — Relief prints and handmade books by Robert Walp and pen and ink drawings by Evan Chismark will be exhibited at the Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main Street. Walp will be exhibiting relief prints and handmade books along with a selection of works from the Town of Chester Public Library’s Book Arts Collection. “I have a somewhat dichotomous personality as an artist, where one half lives in the world of fine art and micro-detail, and the other thrives on creativity and intellectually challenging concepts. Much of my work resides at the confluence of art and environmentalism. Nature is a huge influence on my work, but so is the DIY ethos associated with early skate and snowboard culture. I specialize in pen and ink drawings, but also love to paint on found materials, scrap wood and old skateboard decks,” said Chismark. For more information go to evanchismark.com. The North Creek Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays.
Through March 15 GLENS FALLS — The Stone Palette: Lithographs in 19th-Century France are currently displayed at the Hyde Collection. The Stone Palette explores lithography as a creative medium. The prints in this exhibition, from The Hyde’s Tobin Sparling Family Collection, demonstrates a wide variety of styles and techniques typical of the nineteenth-century expressed in this new and exciting medium of the day. The exhibition contains very early examples of color lithography as well as black and white prints which span the century. It also contains a nineteenth-century lithographic stone with an idealized image of “Justice” drawn on its surface as if ready for printing.
The Stone Palette is a virtual survey of many of the important French artists of the century who found new levels of creative freedom by creating lithographic prints.
Sunday, Feb. 1 TICONDEROGA — The next Free Community Fellowship Dinner will be at the First United Methodist Church, 1045 Wicker St. (Rte 9N), from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The public is welcome and reservations are not needed. At least two kinds of Chili, spicy and mild, will be served along with salad and bread. Desserts and beverages will also be available at the dinner. There will be plenty of good food, conversation, and a good time to share in the church fellowship hall at the monthly fellowship dinners. While there is no charge, a free-will donation is appreciated. High chairs, booster seats, takeouts and a child friendly menu are also available. The free community dinners are usually served on the first or second Sunday each month as an Outreach Ministry of the church. The free-dinners program is self-supporting and continues to grow in popularity each month. Everyone is welcome to attend the worship services that are held each Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for children is held during the 10:30 service. For more information about the free dinners or the church, contact the church office at 585-7995 or visit the church web site tifumc.com. BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — From North Creek to Blue Mountain Lake to Glens Falls, the Adirondack Museum’s “Cabin Fever Sundays” series continues to present a wide-ranging look at life in the Adirondacks. The second installment of the series, Niki Kourofsky will take listeners on a rip-roaring ride through Adirondack history, introducing a cast of infamous scofflaws and scallywags, and a few murderous maniacs, that lend a new meaning to “Forever Wild.” Adirondack
12 - Adirondack Fever Outlaws will begin Sunday, Feb. 1, at 1:30 p.m. in the Museum Auditorium, 9097 State Rte 30. Admission is free for museum members, students, and children. The cost is $5 for non-members. Refreshments will be served, and Niki will sign copies of her just-published book, Adirondack Outlaws: Bad Boys and Lawless Ladies after the program in the Museum Store. GLENS FALLS — “The Land Before Time” will be shown at the Wood Theater, 207 Glen Street, at 2 p.m. Littlefoot, a brontosaurus child, must fend for himself when his mother is killed. With several other orphaned dinosaurs, Littlefoot seeks out the fabled Great Valley, where food and shelter is plentiful. Along the way, the kiddie dinos learn several vital life lessons, all the while keeping themselves scarce whenever the fierce tyrannosauri gallumph into view. For more information call 480-4878 or go to woodtheater.org.
Friday, Feb. 6 STONY CREEK — “The Trophy Husbands” will be performing at 7 p.m. at the Stony Creek Town Hall. This Americana band features the music of accomplished singer/songwriter and guitarist, John Kribs. The public is welcome to attend this free concert sponsored by the Stony Creek Free Library. Refreshments will also be available. For more information, call 696-5911. GLENS FALLS — The annual Winter Potluck with Guest Speaker Richard Stout presenting, “What is ART?” at the LARAC’s Lapham Gallery from 6 to 8 p.m. “What is Art,” will explore and describe what technically makes a ‘good’ painting, provide a brief introduction to art aesthetics, and investigate ‘great works’ of art, with open discussion encouraged. Mr. Stout is one of the pioneers of Modernism, and Fine Arts Professor. His work has been exhibited throughout the United Sates and in Europe. The event is free and open to the Public. Bring a dish to pass to attend.
Friday, Feb. 6 and Saturday, Feb. 7 LONG LAKE — Join the Town of Long Lake in welcoming The Ice Farm for a winter event celebrating community and the season Friday in Raquette Lake and Saturday in Long Lake. The Ice Farm is owned and operated by world class ice sculptor Stanley Kolonko. Located in Central New York, Stan will be coming up to Long Lake before venturing off to Ottawa for the 23rd Crystal Garden International Ice Carving Exhibition. Stan uses the best ice south of the Arctic Circle, utilizing reverse osmosis filtration, Clinebell ice machines and a good amount of patience. Look for minievents throughout the town during the day as Stan visits each business to start his installation. Spectators welcome to watch him work. Sculptures slated for the Raquette Lake Library, Shamrock Motel & Cottages,
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Saturday, Feb. 7 SCHROON — The Schroon Lake Sophmore Class of 2017 will host a Sweetheart dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Schroon lake Fish & Game Club. Dinner will include ham, mashed potatoes,vegetables,applesauce, bread, dessert and a beverage. Adults cost $10 and children ages 5 to 12 is $7, under five eats free. Come and support the class and eat well! PUTNAM STATION — The Putnam Volunteer Fire Department will be holding a spaghetti dinner at the Putnam Firehouse on Rte. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a benefit the Northern Washington County Trail Blazers (Putnam-Dresden Snowmobile Club). The menu consists of spaghetti, meatballs, salad, roll, beverage and dessert. Takeouts will be available. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10. There will also be food basket, 50/50 and other raffles. For more information, call Randy Moore at 547-8410. LAKE GEORGE — The Polar Cap Run, a 4-mile road race, begins on Canada Street and goes through streets of Lake George Village. Come have some winter fun and run for a great cause, Upstate NY Autism Awareness. The registration begins at 10 a.m. For more information go to adirondackrunners.org. QUEENSBURY — Come show your support, cheer for Special Olympics Regional Winter Games. Wish these great athletes good luck! Competitions in alpine, snowshoeing, and Nordic. The games take place at West Mountain, 59 West Mountain Road from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 388-0790, 6363699, or go to westmtn.net. GLENS FALLS — The Winter Farmers’ Market will take place at Sanford Street School on 10 Sanford St. There will be locally grown produce and more from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information call 307-6239 or go to gffma.com. GLENS FALLS — The Botanical Watercolor Workshop will be held from noon to 3 p.m. This is open to all skill levels, participants will learn how to use watercolor and ink pen to create a beautiful botanical study with artist Nancy J. Philo. Nancy has a long varied career in the arts; she has written and illustrated for magazines in New York, owns Hyperbole Gallery, and has paintings included in the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. The cost is $20 for LARAC Members and $30 for nonmembers. Preregister by Saturday, Jan. 31 by calling 798-1144 ext. 2. PayPal is the safer and easier way to pay online. There needs a minimum of 6 registered to hold workshop.
Saturday, Feb. 7, and Sunday, Feb. 8 LAKE GEORGE — The opening ceremonies for the Lake George Winter Carnival has many activities throughout the weekend. The Saturday activities that are planned begin with the opening ceremonies at noon, at Shepard Park Beach. Call 668-9721 for any questions. This is followed by the outhouse races at 12:30 p.m. The registration is at Duffy’s at 10 a.m. For information call 668-5323. The chili cook off will be at 12:30 p.m. at Shepards Park Beach. This is followed by the LGWC Parade at 4 p.m. There will be a bon fire on the beach following the parade. People can make smores and watch the fire works. The Sunday events include the “Glacier” Golf Tournament from noon to 3 p.m. This is a six hole course. There will be prizes from local golf courses. The team signup are for two or four. There will be dogslide rides on the lake for $15. This is a tentative Schedule. LCWC will not be responsible for any cancellations. LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Music Festival Winter Concert takes place at the Caldwell Presbyterian Church, 71 Montcalm St. This is the first annual Winter Concert Series. They will be featuring musicians from the Yale School of Music, The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. Admission is “Pay What You Can” with a suggested
February 7, 2015 amount of $10 per person, per concert. The venue is expected to fill up quickly, people are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early. Saturday’s concert begins at 7 p.m. The Sunday concert begins at 3 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to lakegeorgemusicfestival.com/winter. LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Dog’s Got Talent Winter Carnival Show takes place at Shepard Park, Canada Street from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This is fun for you and fun for your dog too. Show off your dogs special talent or cuteness. All dogs will be judged, prizes for first, second, and third place. Free gift just for signing up. For more information call 240-0809 or go to lakegeorgewintercarnival.com. There is no cost for this event. TICONDEROGA — Join Director of Interpretation, Stuart Lilie, to construct your choice of a blanket coat or Canadian capote. Look at surviving images and descriptions to turn a blanket into a blanket coat, as was done by Native warriors, British soldiers, and American soldiers in the French and Indian war and the Revolutionary war. Alternately, look at the origins and accounts of the Canadian capote, building one of these common winter and fatigue coats, worn by Canadian milice, French soldiers, and some French allied native warriors. Advanced reservations required. Blanket Coat & Capote the cost is $340 for Friends of Fort Ticonderoga and volunteers; $320 BYO blanket coat cost; $160 Friends of Fort Ticonderoga and Volunteers is $140.
Sunday, Feb. 8 TICONDEROGA — Fort Ticonderoga has the largest collection of 18th-century military uniforms in North America. Spend an afternoon with the Director of Exhibitions Matthew Keagle for a special guided tour of the remarkable uniforms in the Founding Fashions exhibit. Following that we will see some of the uniforms not currently on display that show how military fashion evolved in the decades after the American Revolution at 2 p.m. The cost is $10 per person and is collected at the door. This is free for members of the Friends of Fort Ticonderoga. NORTH CREEK — “Of Time and The River: Songs of the Historic Hudson River” with Linda Russell at the Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main Street 1:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public, thanks to the “Speakers in the Humanities” program of the New York Council for the Humanities, with the support of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Refreshments will be served. GLENS FALLS — The free Second Sunday, Discovery Days is held at The Hyde Collection. See and hear love stories from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Museum and create fine art valentines in the studio. For information call 7921751 ext. 327 or go to hydecollection.org.
Thursday, Feb. 12 through Sunday, June 21 GLENS FALLS — Technologies Around the World comes to World Awareness Children’s Museum at 89 Warren St. A custom art exhibit incorporates images of technology from around the world. See how technology intersects with our daily lives. Selected art pieces converted into magnetic puzzles, allow handson play. Have fun building, and creating with new daily craft project supplies, including Legos and erector sets. The hours are Thursday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information call 793-2773 or visit worldchildrensmuseum.org.
Friday, Feb. 13 QUEENSBURY — West Mountain at 29 West Mountain Road will be holding a Fire on the Mountain Torchlight Parade from 7 p.m. to midnight. The event will be family fun with music and a bonfire! The event is free f or the whole family. INDIAN LAKE — Ollie the Otter is turning 30 and showing no signs of slowing down. Ollie, the Mascot of Indian Lake’s Winterfest, has been celebrating winter for quite some time, and this year will be no exception with the parade kick off at 4:30 p.m. Friday is also the beginning of SnoCade Photo Scavenger Hunt, sponsored by Pine’s Country Store and the Town of Indian Lake, with support from the Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce. All three locations will have entry forms. Participants will have a week to snap various pictures of the town to win two gift certificates. Saturday will feature many fun events for both the indoor and outdoor adventurer. You will want to start the day with the Indian Lake Volunteer Fire Department’s Winterfest Breakfast, at the Indian Lake Fire
February 7, 2015 Hall from 7 to 10 a.m. At 9 a.m., it will be time to rev up the snow machines for the Snowarriors Poker Run that begins at Byron Park on Rte 28. There will be no Texan Hold Ups as snowmobilers travel to the sponsor sites collecting playing cards to put together the best poker hand. If that is too much fresh air for you, be sure to head over to the town offices for the Book and Cookie Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Indian Lake Library. Anyone (or age) who loves the printed page should stop in from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday The Chamber of Commerce will once again hold the Winter Wonderland Craft Show the Indian Lake Central School’s cafeteria. From the most beautiful of art to ingenious craft items, there will be something for everyone. This event runs both Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For afternoon fun, kids can join the Wild, Wild West Kids Games from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Town’s Ski Hill. Following the kids games, test your skill at Snow Horseshoes beginning at 3:30 p.m., also at the Ski Hill. At that point, it will be time for a break. Folks are encouraged to enjoy dinner at one of the fine restaurants in town (maybe even take a nap) to build up their energy for the big Indian Lake Central School Travel Club Tricky Tray. The doors open and ticket buying starts at 6 p.m. with the drawings for a plethora of prizes beginning at 7 p.m. Be sure to check out the Indian Lake Theater (indianlaketheater.org) and the Adirondack Museum (adkmuseum. org) in Blue Mountain Lake for their schedules of special programming all through the winter. Wake up Sunday to another Firemen Breakfast in the ILFD Fire Hall 7 to 11 a.m. If you like you could mosey over to the Craft Show or the Book/Cookie sale that is still going on. The duct tape cardboard sledding competition registration will be at 12:30 p.m. for the annual Redneck Cardboard and Duct Tape Sled Race. Racing starts at 1 p.m., in various age classes. Either make yourself a speedster snow coach or bring your camera for the fun filled, if not the funniest, event of winter. The Winterfest Weekend will end with a Torch Run & Fireworks. Regardless if you are a skier or just someone that enjoys a spectacle, you will want to dress warm and enjoy the spectacular ending at 6:45 p.m. at the Ski Hill. President’s week fun continues with Indian Lake’s SnoCade, events all through the following week. Check out the schedule on indian-lake.com for winter exploits. Contact Vonnie Liddle
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Saturday, Feb. 14 NORTH CREEK — “Valentine Hit Parade III,” A romantic musical concert and champagne reception to benefit the Adirondack Community Outreach Center (ACOC) at 7:30 p.m. at the Tannery Pond Community Center, Main St. The cost is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Send a check made out to the ACOC to PO Box 201, North Creek, NY 12853. Carolyn Bischoff, Mike Corey, Ling Minucci, The Frank Morehouse Duo, Jeffrey Schanzer and Bernadette Speech and other guests, will entertain with a potpourri of romantic tunes, music and poems, followed by a scintillating reception to romance the night away. All money raised from this benefit will be used by the Adirondack Community Center to support such programs and services for School supplies to children in the Fall, Christmas toys for children, the food pantry supplements food for about 20 percent of people in Johnsburg; and clothing center supplies clients from 20 different zip codes. Many local Restaurants and Businesses are donating wine for the reception following the concert. Contact Carolyn at bischca@gmail.com or call 538-6723 if anyone is interested and would like to perform, donate finger foods or need further information. CHILSON — The Chilson Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Valentine’s Day dinner dance at 5:30 p.m. at the E.M.A. at 9 Maplewood Lane. Tickets are $17.50. Call 503-5067 or email ChilsonVFD@gmail.com for tickets. CHESTERTOWN — The Krazy Downhill Derby takes place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Dynamite Hill Recreation Area Rte 8 (east from I-87 Exit 25). The events start with the registration (four people per sled) from 9 to 10 a.m. This is a popular event so come early with some creative creations. SILVER BAY — There will be a Valentine’s Dance with the Tony Jenkins Jazz Trip at the Silver Bay YMCA, 87 Silver Bay Road at 7:30 p.m. The Tony Jenkins Jazz Trip is a North Country favorite performing a wide-ranging jazz repertoire. Refreshments and raffles. For more information call 543-8833 or go to silverbay.org. There is no cost for this dance.
Saturday Feb. 14 and Sunday, Feb. 15 LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Winter Carnival has many activities throughout the weekend. There will be NY State AMA Sanctioned Motorcycle and ATV Ice Race Championship on
Saturday and Sunday. The registration will be at Duffy’s at 9 a.m. For information call Frank Carpinello at 330-3648 or 542-2144 or go to electricityriders. com. There will be an ATV Poker Run/ Scavanger Hunt on Saturday. The registration is from 9 to 11 a.m. at Duffy’s. For information call 361-2559. The barbecue cook off will be held Saturday at noon at Shepard Park Beach. There will be a Snow Sculpting Contest that is sponsored by the Lake George Village. There will be a bonfire on the beach Saturday at 4 p.m. The Ice Diving Demonstrations will be Saturday and Sunday presented by Rich Moria’s Professional Scuba Center. For questions call 1-800-924-3483. Visit the Breezy Hill Alpaca Farm at Shepards Park Saturday and Sunday. Dogsled rides on the lake will be held Saturday and Sunday for $15. There will be a Giant Kite flying on the ice on Saturday. For information go to nyke.org. This is a tentative Schedule. LCWC will not be responsible for any cancellations. QUEENSBURY — The Lake George Chingachgook Classic takes place at the YMCA Camp Chingachgook, 1872 Pilot Knob Road. There will be fishing in four categories: Lake Trout, Salmon, Northern Pike and Perch. Cash prizes for adults for first, second and third. There is a youth division for Lake Trout and Perch. There will be food, fun and a bonfire. There will also be door prizes, demonstrations, and raffles. For information call 656-9462 or go to lakegeorgecamp.org. The hours are Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. LAKE GEORGE — There will be a Valentine’s Wine Tasting at the Adirondack Winery, 285 Canada Street. This
Adirondack Fever - 13 is for sweethearts and wine lovers. For information call 668-9463 or go to adirondackwinery.com. The hours are Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Dog’s Got Talent Winter Carnival Show takes place at Shepard Park, Canada Street from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This is fun for you and fun for your dog too. Show off your dogs special talent or cuteness. All dogs will be judged, prizes for first, second, and third place. Free gift just for signing up. For more information call 240-0809 or go to lakegeorgewintercarnival.com. There is no cost for this event.
Saturday Feb. 14 through Saturday Feb. 21 BRANT LAKE — The Brant Lake Winter Carnival said that over $1,000 has been raised to date for the Out House Race prizes and all businesses are invited to enter. The Downhill Derby is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 14, and we’d like to have more events throughout the week (it’ vacation week) so anyone with ideas let us know. More teams are needed for Snow Shoe Softball and the Broom Ball Tournaments so any groups interested, let them know. In addition to the Fry Pan Toss, Curling, Out House Races, Children’s sledding hill and Ice Bowling there will also be having an Icicle Contest with adult and children winners. People need to bring their longest icicle. Also new this year is a competition amongst local business and/or groups to get the most votes for their nominated King and Queen. It is $1 per vote and the most votes win bragging rights and a crown so vote for
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Saturday, Feb. 14 through Saturday, Feb. 28 GLENS FALLS — “For the Love of Art” will be on display at the Saunders Gallery at bjsartworks Gallery 71 Lawrence Street. There will be a special reception Saturday, Feb. 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. Multi-media works, paintings, sculpture, textile, photography, and wearable art will be on exhibit. For more information call 793-9350 or go to saundersgalleryoffineart.blogspot. com.
Sunday, Feb. 15 through Sunday, Feb. 22 NORTH CREEK — The Saratoga & North Creek Railway Snow Train goes to 3 Railroad place Via Saratoga Springs along the route through what is nationally recognized as the First Wilderness Heritage Corridor. Ticketed passengers must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. See sncrr.com or call 877-726-
7245 for more details.
Monday, Feb. 16 NORTH RIVER — The Carnival on the Hill will take place at Garnet Hill, 39 Garnet Hill Rd. There will be Winter fun for the whole family including a scavenger hunt, races, and more. For more information call 251-2150 or visit garnet-hill.com.
Tuesday, Feb. 17 Friday, Feb. 20 GLENS FALLS — The Winter Break! Vacation Art Studio takes place at The Hyde Collection, 161 Warren Street from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Have art fun in the studio using your drawing, painting, and sculpting skills. This is for ages 6 to 14 and space is limited. People need to register by Wednesday, Feb. 11. For more information call 7921761 ext. 327 or go to hydecollection. org.
Wednesday, Feb. 18 NORTH RIVER — The Guided Back Country Ski Tour takes place Garnet Hill, 39 Garnet Hill Road. The Guided
tour is for beginners. Register by noon. For more information call 251-2150 or go to garnet-hill.com. The tour goes from 1 to 3 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 19 INDIAN LAKE — Five women, the ‘unusual suspects’ and one dead guy, is the start of “A Sip of Murder”, an audience participate play set to debut at Chrissy’s Cafe at 7:12 p.m. This is part of the SnoCade activities and will appeal to the secret private eye in any would be detective. The cast of suspects, or unusual suspects, are played by Kim Smith, Georgia Burkhardt, Hannah Jay, Judy Stafford and Robin Jay. This Gem*Boy Production contains local humor somebody would expect from a town called “Skunk Pond.” These murder mysteries have a history of selling out, so reservations is suggesting by calling 648-9905. And be sure to visit them at facebook.com/ pages/Chrissys-Cafe. NORTH RIVER — There will be a Guided Snowshoe Tour at Garnet Hill, 39 Garnet Hill Road on the backcountry trails from 1 to 3 p.m. People need to be registered by 12pm on Thursday, February 19th. For information call 251-2444 or go
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Friday, Feb. 20 NORTH RIVER — The Guided Back Country Ski Tour takes place Garnet Hill, 39 Garnet Hill Road. The Guided tour is for beginners. Register by noon. For more information call 251-2150 or go to garnet-hill.com. The tour goes from 1 to 3 p.m. GLENS FALLS — The Irish Comedy Tour comes to the Charles R Wood Theater, 207 Glen Street at 8 p.m. There will be hilarious Irish American comedians, Irish myths and stereotypes. For information call 480-4878 or go to woodtheater.org. QUEENSBURY — The HomeTown Hero Rail Jam will be held at West Mountain, 59 West Mountain Road from 6 to 10 p.m. Skiers and snowboarders show off their skills for prizes. Music and free to watch winter fun. For more information go to 636-3699 or go to westmtn.net.
Friday, Feb. 20 and Saturday, Feb. 21 CHESTERTOWN — The Friends of the Chester Library were has a cookbook collection to sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Town of Chester Library. Over 600 cookbooks of all shapes and sizes, most in pristine condition, were
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donated to the library for their sales. From learning to boil eggs to deciphering complex French cuisine, cookbooks can be found to satisfy buyers’ needs. Popular Author novels and Mysteries tables are filled with new titles for you to browse. Large-print novels, trade paperbacks, (the larger soft cover books), history, the classics, and historical fiction are just a few of the many categories on display. Children’s Books are clearly organized for young readers. There are free VHS tapes, as well as low cost DVDs, CDs, magazines, games, and puzzles. Take a look at over 75 categories of materials organized for easy access. For further information, call 494-5384.
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Saturday, Feb. 21 TICONDEROGA — Join us to discover more about the Battle on Snowshoes. Meet the Native American Warriors, French soldiers, and Canadians, who delivered the rangers’ worst defeat. Stand with the courageous and skilled rangers who fought for King and Country and to stay alive on a snowy mountainside near Ticonderoga. Investigate the myths and facts of Robert Rogers and why his exploits in the North Woods still fill the popular imagination today. Event takes place 10 a.m. 4 p.m. The cost is $10 per person and payable at the door. Friends of Fort Ticonderoga and children 4 years old and under are free of charge. GLENS FALLS — The Winter Farmers’ Market will take place at Sanford Street School on 10 Sanford St. There will be locally grown produce and more from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information call 307-6239 or go to gffma.com. NORTH CREEK — The Saturday Night Rush Hour takes place at the North Creek Ski Bowl, Ski Bowl Road at 6:30 p.m. Join the fun! Nordic/snowshoe contest under the lights! Advance registration is requested. For more information call 251-2411 or go to goremountain.com. BRANT LAKE — The Brant Lake Winter Carnival and Fireworks will be at Jimbo’s Point O’ Pines, 7201 State Rte 8 at 11 a.m. The family fun includes outhouse races, frying pan toss, Curling, ice golf, sledding hill, snowshoe softball. Fireworks at dusk. For information call 494-3016 or go to trilakesalliance.com. LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Historical Association Dinner with Lyn Holman takes place at the Holiday Inn, 2 Canada Street. The social begins at 6 p.m., and dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Lyn Holman of the Fort George Alliance Lake George Battlefield is guest speaker. Lake George Historical Association and the Fort George Alliance will collaborate on an exhibition for summer off 2015 displaying artifacts found at the Beach Road road re-construction. Reservations are requested. For information call 6685044 or go to lakegeorgehistorical.org. LAKE LUZERNE — The 15th annual Mike Guarino Memorial Youth Ice Fishing Contest takes place at Lake Luzerne Beach, 248 Lake Avenue from 8 a.m. to noon. This is for ages 6 to 18 with parental supervision required.
Saturday, Feb. 21 and Sunday, Feb. 22 LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Winter Carnival has many activities throughout the weekend. There will be car races on the ice Saturday and Sunday. For information go to icerace.com. There will be ATV Poker/Run/ Scavenger Hunt Saturday. The registration will be from 9 to 11 a.m. at Duffy’s. For information call 361-2559. There will be a Saturday Bonfire on the Beach at 4 p.m. People can enjoy s’mores and watch the fireworks. There will be an Ice Diving Demonstration both Saturday and Sunday presented by Rich Moria’s Professional Scuba Center. For information call 1-800-924-3483. There will be a Chowder Cook Off Saturday at noon at Shepard Park Beach. The Breezy Hill Alpaca Farm will be held at Shepards Park both Saturday and Sunday. There will be a Tavern Competition Sunday at Shepard Park Beach at 1 p.m. This is hosted by Mario’s Restaurant. This is a tentative Schedule. LCWC will not be responsible for any cancellations. HAGUE — Northern Lake George Ice Fishing Tournament will be held at the Hague Fish & Game Club at the Hague Town Park, 9060 Lake Shore Drive at 6 a.m. For more information call 543-6401 or go to haguefishandgame.com. All ages are welcome. LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Dog’s Got Talent Winter Carnival Show takes place at Shepard Park, Canada Street from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This is fun for you and fun for your dog too. Show off your dogs special talent or cuteness. All dogs will be judged, prizes for first, second, and third place. Free gift just for signing up. For more information call 240-0809 or go to lakegeorgewintercarnival.com. There is no cost for this event.
BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — “Life Speeds Up: Robert Fulton and a Changing New York” with Robert Arnold III at the Museum Auditorium, 9097 State Rte 30, at 1:30 p.m. Admission is free to the public, thanks to the “Speakers in the Humanities” program of the New York Council for the Humanities, with the support of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Refreshments will be served. Follow the legacy of Robert Fulton, the creator of the first commercially successful steamboat, and find out how the advent of steam power influenced modern day maritime innovation. NORTH RIVER — There will be a Pancakes and Guided Snowshoe Tour at Garnet Hill Lodge, 39 Garnet Hill Road, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. This is a day of winter fun for all! Pancakes with real maple syrup from Maple Knoll Farms of Minerva, New York. Enjoy a guided snowshoe tour of on backcountry trails. For information go to 251-2150 or go to garnet-hill.com.
Wednesday, Feb. 25 QUEENSBURY — The SuEllen Hamkins, SUNY Adirondack Spring Writers Project will be held at the SUNY Adirondack Visual Arts Gallery, Dearlove Hall 640 Bay Road at 12:40 p.m. Ms. Hamkins is a psychiatrist and author of The Art of Narrative Psychiatry, helping people cultivate narratives of their strengths and values in facing difficult or devastating life experiences. For information call 743-2200 ext. 2601 or go to sunyacc.edu/news/suny-adirondack-announces-spring2015-writers-project-schedule.
Saturday, Feb. 28 GLENS FALLS — Enjoy Life Corporation is planning its first annual Winter Walk for Well-Being from 1 to 5 p.m. It will include snow shoeing and hiking on 14 acres of land at 138 Upper Platt St. Inside the Quarry House there will be talks and mini-treatment sessions on meditation, massage, reiki, crystal therapy, nutrition and Native American healing. In addition, there will be an arts and crafts fair, mini-flea market, music and refreshments. We are looking for donations, vendors or volunteers to help with this event. For more information contact Bill Brender, MD at 210-5716, quarryhouseretreat@gmail.com or friend them on Facebook. The Walk for Well Being will be the first time the property will be open to the public with a ribbon cutting at 1 p.m. A music and arts festival is being considered for August. LAKE GEORGE — The Full Day Snowshoe/Hike will be held in town from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join Tim of Northeast Mountain Guides and Wilderness School for a day of winter fun! This is for all levels, from beginners to experience and kids welcome. Tim will meet you at your hotel or your choice of location in Lake George Village. Your day includes local deli lunch and hot drinks. Registration is requested. Showshoe rental is available. For information call 631-255-2672 or go to northeastmountainguides.com. NORTH CREEK — The Mini-Shredders Jibfest will be held at Gore Mountain, 793 Peaceful Valley Road at noon. This is a freestyle competition for kids 10 and under only! Advance registration is requested. For more information call 251-2411 or go to goremountain.com. GLENS FALLS — The Winter Farmers’ Market will take place at Sanford Street School on 10 Sanford St. There will be locally grown produce and more from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information call 307-6239 or go to gffma.com.
Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1 LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Winter Carnival has many activities throughout the weekend. There will be 4x4 truck races Saturday and Sunday. This event is sponsored by King Neptune’s Restaurant. There will be a Ice Diving Demonstration Saturday and Sunday presented by Rich Moria’s Professional Scuba Center. For more information call 1-800-9243483. There will be a Bonfire on the Beach Saturday at 4 p.m. People will be able to make s’mores and watch the fireworks. There will be a chicken wing cook off Saturday at noon at Shepard Park Beach. There will be a raffle drawing at Shepard Park Beach Sunday at 3 p.m. Dogsled rides on the lake will be available Saturday for $15. This is a tentative Schedule. LCWC will not be responsible for any cancellations. LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Dog’s Got Talent Winter Carnival Show takes place at Shepard Park, Canada Street from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This is fun for
Adirondack Fever - 15 you and fun for your dog too. Show off your dogs special talent or cuteness. 240-0809 No cost for the event All dogs will be judged, prizes for first, second, and third place. Free gift just for signing up. For more information call 240-0809 or go to lakegeorgewintercarnival.com. There is no cost for this event.
Sunday, March 1 BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — “Mohawk Dance and Cultural Presentation” with Akhwatsire at the Museum Auditorium, 9097 State Rte 30, at 1:30 p.m. Admission is free for museum members, students, and children; $5 for nonmembers. Refreshments will be served. See Joshua Angus Sargent and Natasha Smoke Santiago as they share traditional Mohawk songs, dances, and stories. LAKE GEORGE — There will be a Half Day Snowshoe/Hike from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Tim of Northeast Mountain Guides and Wilderness School for winter fun. This is for all levels, beginners to experience, and kids welcome. Tim will meet you at your hotel or your choice of location in Lake George Village. Registration is requested. Snowshoe rental is available. For information call 631-255-2672 or go to northeastmountainguides.com. BOLTON LANDING — There will be a Pancake Breakfast at Up Yonda Farm, 5239 Lake Shore Drive. The hearty breakfast includes real maple syrup and includes sausage, orange juice and coffee. Seating will be every 45 minutes from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Advance reservations are required by Friday, March 27. Pancake Breakfast fee includes the Maple Festival. For more information call 644-9767 or go to upyondafarm.com. GLENS FALLS — The de Blasiis at The Hyde, Ashu, Classical Saxophone will be at The Hyde Collection, 161 Warren Street at 2 p.m. He is an award winner of major international competitions, and performing at international venues including his recital debut at Carnegie Hall; Zurich’s Tonhalle, and Singapore’s Esplanade. For information call 792-2383 or go to deblasiis-chamber-music.org.
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