NCL Magazine Summer 2016

Vol. 5 No. 2

Learn about legendary golfer Craig Wood and the course named after him

Former U.S. General Benedict Arnold left his mark on the North Country

Turn to page 144 for information on how to enter our fall photo contest

Big bucks

The North Country’s great lake hosts dozens of bass tournaments every year

Reaching for the sky The Tahawus Center in Ausable Forks helps those in the performing arts reach for the sky

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June/July/August 2016

It’s been said that we have just two seasons here in the Adirondacks — winter and tourist season.

That’s really not much of an embellishment, even if we were coddled by one of the warmest winters in recent memory.

And why wouldn’t we be flooded with visitors in the summer? The North Country is one of the most beautiful regions on earth when the weather turns balmy and the black flies abate.

Even our snowbirds return to take advantage of our beautiful waterways and picturesque mountain vistas — our endless arts and culture.

Activities, concerts, fairs and annual town events add flare, relaxation and entertainment to a region already blessed with so many outdoor pursuits.

Don’t believe me?

Just check out our wrap up of local artisan fairs that begins on page 18 or the feature on page 65 about Fourth of July celebrations throughout the region.

Still looking for more?

Well look no further than the feature on Champ Day and Labor Day in our very own Port Henry on page 122 or learn about the offerings of the Clinton and Essex County fairs on page 77.

And, again thank you for reading this homegrown publication and for patronizing our advertisers who make it possible.

I will see you again in the fall.

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CONTENTS Vol. 5 No. 2

Features The Loj

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The history behind this High Peaks hub

Water Power

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The healing power of water is profound

Dick’s Country Store

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Gas, groceries, guns & guitars

Everything Equine

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There is something stoic about a steed

Beatific Bees

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Natural beekeeping on a Wadhams farm

Nice Bass!

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Lake Champlain plays host to dozens of tournaments

Marathon Man

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David Bruce has run a full marathon in every state

Nettle Meadow

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A one-of-a-kind cheese farm in Thurman Drive, bike and walking directions to all our featured restaurants in this magazine.

WE’VE COLLECTED SOME OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN THE AREA. Our online restaurant directory has additional information of the all local restaurants you’ll find in this magazine; including menus, directions and more! localflavor.nclmagazine.com

Photo by Thom Randall

Vol. 5 No. 2

Learn about legendary golfer Craig Wood and the course named after him

Former U.S. General Benedict Arnold left his mark on the North Country

Turn to page 144 for information on how to enter our fall photo contest

SUMMER 2016

Todd Olden tills his field at Simple Life Farm in Warrensburg. Todd and Flo Olden live off the land and teach skills of sustainable living to students of all ages like oldtime traditional crafts, canning food, soap-making, etc.

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On The Cover

Big bucks

The North Country’s great lake hosts dozens of bass tournaments every year

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Reaching for the sky The Tahawus Center in Ausable Forks helps those in the performing arts reach for the sky

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CONTENTS June/July/August 2016

Features Double H Ranch

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A special camp for critically ill children

Essex Industries

104

Enriching the lives of people through woodworking

James A. Penfield

32

114

The story behind a Crown Point patriot

Social Scene Eye on Business

92

Gerber Wellness Center: So much more than just weight loss

Out & About

122

Champ Day & Labor Day in Port Henry

Community Calendar

150

The most inclusive events calendar in the region ... bar none

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The Loj

By Andrew Johnstone

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The history behind the place that draws thousands every year to this serene setting known as a “gateway to the High Peaks.� ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

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ust south of Lake Placid along Route 73 is an iconic view. The forest gives way to open field, and above the distant treeline, Mt. Marcy, Colden and Algonquin jut from the earth. Weaving toward the the High Peak’s ‘triple crown’ is a 5-mile stretch of road. It’s often a lonely one — that is until its end.

Pictured: The Adirondak Loj today. Built in 1927, with additions made over the years, the Loj has served as a High Peaks hub for decades. 50,000 people passed through the trail head a year ago, while the property serves as a central location for trail crews, educational programs and more.

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Henry Van Hoevenberg, whose late 1800s lodge helped pave the way for today’s ‘Gateway to the High Peaks’

Come snowmelt, the Adirondack Mountain Club’s Adirondak Loj bustles with life. Car doors open and shut as outdoorsmen and women trickle in and out of the parking lot. A glance at the trail register shows dozens of destinations near and far, from the

The Adirondack Lodge, pictured here in 1880. The building burned in a forest fire in 1903 and was replaced in 1927 by the building known today as the Adirondak Loj.

relatively easy hike to Marcy Dam to the dauntingly vertical zig-zag of the Great Range. Some set out for leantos and tent sites, while others call the Loj and its surrounding cabins and campsites home while exploring programs, nearby trails and back-

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country vistas.

It’s not unusual to see hundreds in the area of a given day, but it all began with just two.

Well before Henry Van Hoevenberg’s name became associated with a mountain and Olympic venue just

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outside of Lake Placid, he was a talented electrical engineer. Born in Oswego in 1849, the man found himself seeking out the Adirondacks as an alternative to summers in New York City. It was in 1877 that Van Hoevenberg was camping in the High Peaks and met a Brooklynite by the name of Josephine Schofield. The connection between the two was immediate, and before long, Van Hoevenberg and Schofield stood atop Mt. Marcy, from which they decided to spot what was to become their Adirondack home.

At 5,344 feet, the view is an expansive one, and their eyes fell on a small body of water to the north. It was to be called Heart Lake, and along its shore would soon rise one of the Park’s great lodges.

But life wasn’t so kind to Van Hoevenberg, Schofield, and their

dream of a home in the Adirondack wilderness. Two years later, a great log structure came to life, but only Van Hoevenberg lived long enough to see its creation. His fiancee had since passed away in a manner that, through history’s lens, remains somewhat mysterious.

Elizabethtown author Sandra Weber explored the story of the two in “The Finest Square Mile: Mount Jo and Heart Lake,” the book’s name originating from how Van Hoevenberg and Schofield described the area as the finest square mile in which to get closer to nature. It’s a narrative of love and heartbreak, with Schofield’s death supposedly coming by way of a leap off Niagara Falls. It’s also been said that her father objected to the marriage and her death was a result of a broken heart.

Van Hoevenberg would never marry after losing Schofield, but he did build a classic, sprawling lodge that stood for more than 20 years.

The original structure, which could house over 100 guests, was the largest log structure in the world at the time. Nearby were tennis courts on what is now the front lawn, as well as a 70-foot observation tower for stargazing, a parlor and stage—a quintessential Adirondack retreat of the era. During that time, Van Hoevenberg was a literal trailblazer.

The first led from Heart Lake to Mt. Marcy, the vantage point from which his local history began, while another shorter route went up Mount Jo, rising above Heart Lake and its namesake his lost love. continued on page 14

Mount Jo, named after Josephine Schofield, viewed from the shoreline of Heart Lake.

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TS N E V E

M R A U N H T

2016

John Million, deputy executive director of the Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK), explained that Van Hoevenberg’s financial troubles led to the Lake Placid Club taking ownership of the property just before the turn of the century. He continued to manage the lodge until 1903, when misfortune struck yet again, this time in the form of a forest fire that burned the lodge and a vast swath of surrounding forest. During flight from the fire, Van Hoevenberg had to be convinced — forcibly, it’s been said — to not meet the same fate as the cherished lodge. The building burned, and Van Hoevenberg took on the role as an engineer for the Lake Placid Club until his death in 1918.

But like Van Hoevenberg’s place in Adirondack history, the lodge would live on. In 1927, the building known as the

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“Loj” today rose once again — this time with the unique spelling that’s been retained to this day. Melvil Dewey — best known for the organizational Dewey Decimal System used by libraries — is the one to thank for the C-less Adirondak and shortened Loj (visitors back then could also enjoy a hot “cofi” on “Hart” Lake). Though humbler than its predecessor, the new lodge served as an outdoor adventure hub into the 1940s, when wartime hardships led to the leasing of the 640-acre property, said Million.

Frederick Kelsey, a member of the ADK, took the reigns. “It became a de facto base club during the

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years that Mr. Kelsey ran it,” explained Million. When Kelsey passed away in 1957, ADK bought the Loj from the Lake Placid Club, and the rest is North Country history. The non-profit organization, now six years away from its centennial celebration, has some 30,000 members and a focus on conservation, preservation, and responsible recreation. During the 1970s and a boost in outdoor recreation, the Department of Environmental Conservation asked ADK to build the 200-space parking lot that exists today, its size a means to limit capacity.

The impact stretches far beyond the Loj itself, from education to trail work and the Summit Stewardship Program, which places individuals atop High Peaks to help

hikers stay on trail and off of some of the High Peaks’ fragile alpine species. And that’s key—with about 50,000 registered hikers last year, it’s the busiest trail head in New York.

Million—and anyone familiar with the Loj—calls it a “gateway to the High Peaks.” And while that runs true to many, it functions as much more than a trail head. It’s a base for lodging, programming, internships, professional and volunteer trail crews and more. “That’s fitting,” continued Million, “because that’s what this organization is all about … connecting people with the resource.”

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2016 SUMMER

By Megan Harrington

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f you’re looking for a taste of the Adirondacks, the summer season is a great time to hit the road in search of local, handcrafted items. Warm weather artisan fairs abound in the region, but most are locally run with little online presence. Fortunately, we’ve dug up the details on the season’s best bets. For your one-stop resource for summer fairs, check out our wrap-up below.

Summer Craft Shows in Lake George

Where: Shepard Park, Lake George, NY When: Summer Festival: June 24-26, 2016, Friday & Saturday 11 am – 6 pm and Sunday 11 am – 4 pm; Family Festival: August 19-21, 2016, Friday & Saturday 10 am – 7 pm, Sunday 10 am – 4 pm Website: www.lgfdcraftshow.org The Lake George Fire Department puts on two main arts & crafts shows during the warm weather season: the Summer Festival in late June and the Family Festival in late August. These events feature handmade and handcrafted items as well as food, entertainment, and kid-friendly activities.

The shows are held rain or shine and admission is free.

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Arts & Crafts Fair in Schroon Lake Where: Town Park on Leland Avenue & Dock Street, Schroon Lake, NY When: July 16, 2016, 10 am – 4 pm Website: schroonlakeassociation.com/arts_crafts On July 16, The Schroon Lake Association will hold its 47th Arts and Crafts Fair at the Town Park overlooking the lake. Attendees will find over 100 vendors selling crafts from around the Adirondack region.

While enjoying the lake’s beautiful natural setting, visitors will also be able to appreciate live music, participate in a silent auction, and purchase food on-site. Admission is free. ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

Made in the Adirondacks Fair in Blue Mountain Lake Where: 9097 State Route 30, Blue Mountain Lake When: Saturday, July 23, 2016, 10 am – 5 pm Website: www.adkmuseum.org This event is a collaboration between the Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA) and Traditional Arts of Upstate New York (TAUNY) and features over fifty artisans selling traditional and contemporary arts & crafts. This year marks the fair’s third year of celebrating all things made in, and inspired by, the Adirondacks.

During the event, you can also enjoy a variety of Adirondackthemed performances, demonstrations, and workshops.

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Folk Craft Fair in Willsboro Where: Point Road, Willsboro, NY When: July 30, 2016, 10 am – 4 pm Website: n/a The 34th Annual Willsboro Folk Craft Fair will feature close to 50 exhibitors and expects nearly 2,000 visitors this year. This one-day fair features locally made handcrafted items from the area’s most accomplished artisans. Only new items will be for sale - flea market goods, collectibles, and antiques are not permitted. A food court and sheltered seating will also be available to all attendees.

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Street Fest in Ticonderoga Where: Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga NY When: July 30, 2016, 10 am – 3 pm Website: www.timainstreet.org ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

Ticonderoga may be best known for its role during the Revolutionary War, but the area has much more to offer besides its historic fort. Street Fest, an annual celebration featuring arts & crafts, entertainment, food, and family activities, will once again take place this July. Head to downtown Ticonderoga to browse the offerings at the arts & crafts show, enjoy entertainment, purchase local food, and more. Admission to Street Fest is free. continued on page 22

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High Peaks Arts and Antiques Show in Keene Where: Marcy Airfield, Keene Valley, NY When: August 22-23, 2016, 10 am – 4 pm Website: n/a 2016 marks the 23rd year for the High Peaks Arts and Antiques Show. A wide array of vendors will be selling vintage Adirondack memorabilia and collectibles as well as new handcrafted goods. This year’s show will feature a screen-printed clothing line by Taproot Threads, intricate cane work, rustic bed frames, and chairs by Sapling Rustic Furniture, fused glass art by Ausable River Designs, handwoven baskets from Clear Creek Weavers, woodturnings

by Woodpile Woodturnings, Adirondack-inspired pottery from Potter Mountain, handmade knives by Scott Porter, Adirondack photography by Glen Marsh and Wildernesscapes, original creations from Silver Bench Jewelry, and Adirondack charms and pendants by Spruce Mountain Designs. Additionally, there will be live blacksmithing demonstrations, a spinning wheel presentation, and a farmer’s market on Sunday the 23rd. Food vendors and musical entertainment will be on site. Admission and parking is free.

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Adirondack Craft Fair in Newcomb Where: Adirondack Interpretative Center, Newcomb, NY When: September 9, 2016, 5 – 8pm; September 10-11, 2016, 10 am – 4 pm Website: www.discovernewcomb.com Organized by the Newcomb Mountain Quilters, this annual show features artisans selling handmade products and gifts. Past items have included: fine silver jewelry, handmade wooden products, wire jewelry, hand painted balsam gifts, quilts and quilted products, hand-painted silk scarves, table runners, baby quilts, hand-spun woolen hats, scarves, mittens from local sheep, Adirondack scenic photos and cards, hand-woven baskets, wreaths, home-made scented candles and soaps, and baked goods.

This year will feature Adirondack-themed musical entertainment by Peggy Lynn. Attendees will also have the chance to vote for their favorite quilt designs. The show kicks off with an opening reception on Friday evening featuring light refreshments and a concert. Admission is free.

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Bartlett Pond Brook in Mineville, NY

Healing Story & Photos By Thistle Tulla Carson

The healing power of water is profound and sensual.

Of course we need water to drink and to bathe, but its power goes beyond our everyday basic necessities.

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ave you ever laid your body across the rocks above flowing water or near a wild mountain waterfall? The sun streams through the pines, reflections of fluttering green dance across the surface. With eyes closed and skin tingling with warmth, the spray gently seeps through your skin, into your nostrils, along with the delicate scent of summer cedar. In these moments, it is not merely a smile which permeates your being, but the negative ions in the water causing positive energy to course through blood. Ions are invisible but powerful particles, either molecules or atoms, which bear an electric charge. ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

Lincoln Pond in Elizabethtown, NY

The Adirondack Park is filled with meccas of aquatic natural beauty.

There are more than 2,300 lakes and ponds in this tranquil place we call home.

But it is the running water of the more than 1,500 miles of rivers and 30,000 miles of brooks and streams that holds the magic that many of us hunger for. The rushing rivers and brooks with their movement offer a spray of negative ions that in the quiet of the forest offer a kind of tranquilnclmagazine.com

ity that can transform our attitudes, feelings and beliefs.

One such sanctuary is known as Split Rock Falls, part of the Boquet River, which is located about 3.9 miles south of the New Russia, NY post office. Three sets of cascading waterfalls pour into pools as crystalline as diamonds.

Soft round stones blanket the depths below and the refreshing pure mountain flow awakens and rejuvenates the soul.

Five miles back toward Mineville is Lincoln Pond, a tranquil treasure composed of all things relaxing. A state park and campground beside the pond offers a long stretch of beach and picnic area, with acres of waterfront and woodland camping.

Over the hills, past Lincoln Pond and through Elizabethtown in Keene, continued on page 28

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One of our greatest local resources, Lake Champlain, is adorned with countless spots all along Route 9 where one can wade into the blue ripples or cast a line or simply sit and listen for the call of the loon.

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NY are the Tenderfoot Pools, which can be found through a short hike up John’s Brook. The water is perfectly chilled in the heat of summer. Massive rock formations surround pools of flowing delight. There, one can bask in the solitude of sun-hot rocks for hours without hearing another person. Only birds and dragonflies sing and buzz across the surface. The air is fragrant, the calm deep.

In Port Henry, NY, after dark and off Whitney Street, the local Fish and Game Club offers a small deep pool to

Sunset over Lake Champlain from the peer in Port Henry, NY

quench the body and offer a night of reprieve from the July heat and humidity.

Jumping off the rocks, your feet weightless, are halted by a soft sand bottom.

The rush of fresh water and rainbow trout jumping playfully, reminds us that we can have quiet and grasp serenity.

One of our greatest local resources, Lake Champlain, is adorned with countless spots all along Route 9 where one can wade into the blue ripples or cast a line or simply sit and listen for the call of the loon. Heading north on Route 9 toward Plattsburgh, there is a bridge as

Cheever Hole Whitney Street in Port Henry, NY

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you approach the town of Ausable. You can park your vehicle there, step into an inner tube at the best spot to float down the Ausable River. If you seize the entire day to languidly meander along the twists and turns, several hours later, you will arrive at the Ausable Point Beach at the mouth of the river pouring out into Lake Champlain.

It is perhaps less known by visitors, that the town of Moriah is overflowing with bodies of water to play in.

Mineville, a hamlet in the town of Moriah, NY is home to Bartlett Pond,

Tenderfoot Pools in Keene, NY

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Roe Pond, Nickle Pond, North Pond and Russett Pond and all are set within rich conifer filled woods bursting with birch, beech, hemlock and maple trees.

This particular area of the Adirondack Mountains is steeped in the opulence of exquisite scenery. Surrounding many of the still bodies of water are rolling green meadows perfect for adventuring. Much of it is a sea of untrampled charm awaiting either your spontaneous sense of spirit or your need for seclusion.

The healing power of waters, like arteries, extends in every direction beneath your feet here in the “Bark Eater� territory. If you are looking to step away from it all, step into the water. Here, rivers and ponds crop up, spouting negative ions of positive energy that is yours to borrow, yours to enjoy and to leave behind for the next sojourner. Transform your consciousness within the purity of water.

River Rain Carson relaxing at the Middle Pool of Split Rock Falls in New Russia, NY

The Boquet River falls in Wadhams, NY

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DICK’S COUNTRY STORE

Gas, Groceries, Guns & Guitars Nestled on U.S. Route 11 in the town of Churubusco is a small country store with a storied history

By Teah Dowling

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ocals filed in one by one to Dick’s Country Store & Music Oasis.

Could it have been the sounds of old country vibrating inside or the aroma of the house specialty michigan sauce?

For some, it was the personalized customer service in the small operation nestled on U.S. 11 in Churubusco - owned and operated by Dick Decosse.

The business is known for its four specialities — gas, groceries, guns and guitars.

In the early 1900s, the store started with just groceries and gas.

Gabriel and Lucien Bouchard built a portion of the current structure in the early 1900s.

The tiny store was originally built on the other side of Ryan Road up until the state decided to expand U.S. 11.

Since the building sat too closely to the road, they needed to move. Jacks, timbers, chain falls and muscle power moved the building to its current location.

The Bouchard’s never lost a day of business.

“They stayed open the entire time,” Decosse said.

After the Bouchard’s, the business changed ownership several times before landing in the hands of Decosse’s parents, Paul and Lucy.

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Paul’s Country Store within the village of Churubusco. He moved to be closer to the main road.

Decosse, who lived and worked in Fulton at the time, took over the family business in July 1970.

“My parents didn’t expect me to take it over,” he said.

“Neither did I, but I wanted to.”

Decosse took his two favorite hobbies — guns and guitars — and incorporated them into the store. Expansion after expansion took place up until the early 2000s, and Dick’s Country Store added two new departments: instruments and firearms.

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A guitar player himself, Decosse strived to incorporate as many string instruments as he could for beginners to professionals.

“We sell about 700 different guitars here,” said Mike Paquin, part-time worker in the music shop. “I love music so it’s a good fit for me.”

Almost 15 add ons later – the last being in 2009 – the electric and acoustic guitars, along with banjos, violins, mandolins, keyboards, drums and other instruments found their permanent home.

So did the guns.

James LaClair started working for his uncle Decosse a few years after high school in the gun department.

For 25 years, LaClair has sold handguns, rifles, shotguns and more to customers. In the beginning, the gun department serviced hunters. Over the years, sales to collectors, hobbyists, target shooters and more have grown in numbers.

Unlike a box store, Decosse said, the store specializes in personal service by offering cleaning, maintenance work and free scope mounting.

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Mary Conto on the grocery side spent the entire morning perfecting the house’s own michigan sauce.

The popular creation was made by Mike Poupore – long time employee and friend who passed away in 2000 from cancer.

Throughout his years at the store, most of Poupore’s time was spent working on perfecting his sauce – a sweet blend of spices and meat that leaves a bit of a kick. ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

All the time and patience paid off, Conto said.

“His michigan sauce flies out the door,” she said. “It’s the best michigan sauce in town.”

Besides michigans, Conto prepares and cooks goodies from the deli, along with daily irca 1970 and weekly specials try Store C Dick’s Coun ranging from meatball subs to spaghetti.

Conto said the busiest, and best, part of her job isn’t the cooking, but the conversations.

“I don’t call it work,” she said. “I call it socializing.”

The workers there, Conto said, don’t mind a good conversation about the offerings of the store. But the michigan sauce recipe will remain locked away in a safe in the basement for as long as the store runs.

In the future, Decosse knows after almost 50 years running the store, his ownership will eventually come to an end.

“I don’t see anyone taking it over at this point,” he said. “But you never know.”

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For the

Love of Horses

By Mikaela Foster

photos courtesy of

Willow Hill Farm

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inston Churchill once said, “There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.”

I can believe that.

Horses have always fascinated me from afar; how their sweat glistens off their muscles after a hard workout; the way a horse and rider move as one and when it feels like they know everything about you the minute you meet.

What fascinates me the most is that with all the different types of horses for different styles of riding, they all seem to share a certain quality… and until recently, I couldn’t put my finger on it.

Growing up, my sisters and I didn’t have the opportunity to ride, but my mother used to tell us stories about her horseback riding days when she was a girl. She competed in barrel racing. While regaling her tales, she would show us a photo of her in mid-air as she jumped off the horse, who, by the way, was still in motion. “It was thrilling,” she would tell us, as we listened with eyes wide and jaws dropped.

Over the years, every so often, I’ve had that young girl’s “dream come true” feeling, whenever I met a horse, pet a nclmagazine.com

horse, or even got to sit on one.

I met a horse named Baby once, which I rode as a young girl. He completely ignored me and took me on a trail ride of his choosing instead of following along with all the other horses, but I didn’t care — I loved him anyway.

Years later I was introduced to a show horse. He was tall, blonde, muscular and well groomed. He, I kid you not, smiled and posed for the camera. That same day, I met a racehorse in the barns of a racetrack in Maryland … two very different worlds; two very different horses … yet they both captured my full, adoring attention.

Most recently I took a drive out to Willow Hill Farm in Keeseville, where I met Julie and Tara Edwards, the mother and daughter duo and owners of the “most complete equestrian facility in the Adirondack Park.” When I awkwardly blurted out to them how they immediately struck me as very strong women, Tara smiled and said, “Well you have to be when you’re working with a 1,000-pound animal.”

And that’s when it hit me. I finally pinpointed what it is about the world of horses that fascinates me: strength, selfconfidence, poise. That’s what I see in horses … and that’s what I see in their riders.

At Willow Hill Farm, Julie and Tara provide a learning environment where young children will gain those attributes, and more, through working with horses (and humans) each day during one of their programs like the Day Camp or the Resident Camp.

Julie said students learn many things like how to groom, tack up a horse, how to ride with balance and control, how to jump, and an overall knowledge of how to take care of horses. Tara said it’s basically all horses, all day. She said some of the benefits of their programs include developing continued on page 38 Vol. 5 No. 2 | North Country Living Magazine | 37

“There’s something for everyone … Artistic, nurturing, athletic, speed and danger, teamwork … and it’s just fun!”

Amidst the learning and riding, they said kids also have the opportunity to experience different activities on and off the farm including the chance to see foaling, and attend the Lake Placid Horse Show.

For the short time I was able to be in their world that day, I once again had that young girls “dream come true” feeling. Julie gave me a tour of each barn, the first one being built in 1970 when she and her husband first started their business. As we walked through each one, we progressed through their history. My excitement grew as I listened and breathed in the charming smells only a barn can offer. She introduced me to a few beautiful, gentle horses and I was overjoyed to watch two of them playing in a pasture.

For a brief moment I thought, ‘it’s too bad I’m not a kid anymore or else I could take lessons here,’ but then Julie made me realize, it’s never too late. She said riding is a life long sport — she’s in her seventies and still going strong.

leadership, physical fitness, core strength and even growth socially and mentally.

Socially a kid might not do well in school, Julie said. But they do well at Willow Hill.

“High school is tough on kids,” Tara added. “Horses don’t care what you look like or what you wear.”

Tara said when she was in high school she wasn’t all that engaged with school happenings, but she was very engaged with horses. She said she “just came home and rode.” All types of kids come to their farm, she added. Regardless of their social lives or living situations at home, they “are all equal by riding.”

“Natural talent only takes you so far,” she said. “It becomes about how much you can absorb and how much time you put into it.”

She explained that typically students ride at least twice a day but some kids ride three or four times a day, “which is rare.”

Kids are able to be really active at Willow Hill, Tara continued, as we sipped tea in their cozy farmhouse dining room and enjoyed warm brownies some of the resident students had made. They have the chance to throw hay bales and carry heavy buckets, which by doing so, “they get really tired by the end of the day.”

“The ones who are called hyperactive at school, we say they’re helpful here,” Tara explained. “They’re not required to sit. They can be active and move, which is what their bodies want to do.”

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By Pete DeMola

Essex County resident Tim McGarry takes all-natural approach to beekeeping WADHAMS, ESSEX COUNTY — From a distance, the scene looked chaotic.

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McGarry, of Westport in Essex County, has been beekeeping since 1981.

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Natural beekeeping seeks to cultivate colonies without the use of pesticides designed to kill vermin.

Pictured here: Tim McGarry works at his apiary in Wadhams on May 7, 2016.

McGarry uses Russian Queens, which are fatter and plumper than worker bees.

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he man would remove a wooden frame from a box, subject it to a puff of smoke and inspect it before gingerly placing it into another box.

He did so again and again.

Bees were everywhere. Thousands of them, buzzing in the springtime warmth.

Tim McGarry has been beekeeping since 1981, right before a series of developments shocked the industry.

First came the tracheal mite in the mid1980s, then the varroa destructor in the 1990s. Both parasites wiped out entire colonies and presented what McGarry said was the most existential threat honeybees had ever faced, especially in the cold weather climates where bees winter.

Entire colonies have also been known to vanish, a phenomenon known as Colony Collapse Disorder when the workers disappear and leave behind the queen.

This poses a serious problem, particularly in New York, an agricultural heavyweight that depends on honeybees for pollination purposes, from apples to pumpkins.

“I’ve experienced severe losses myself,” McGarry said.

New York State Ag & Markets Commissioner Richard Ball said the industry faces a cluster of problems beyond parasites.

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McGarry cultivates colony divisions. Ideally, a queen will lay eggs in each comb, which will then be pampered over by the worker bees.

honeybees to large fields across the country, a technique used by largescale beekeepers hired for pollination purposes during the winter months.

State officials are working to tackle these issues across a variety of fronts, including the publication of a pollinator plan that is scheduled to be rolled out sometime this spring.

Drafted by the New York State Depart-

ment of Conservation and Ag & Markets, the plan will introduce a series of best management practices that can be adopted by everyone from small-scale beekeepers to the state, which owns vast tracts of land, including parks featuring wildflowers as a marquee attraction.

All told, Empire State honeybees pollinate a half-billion dollars in crops each year.

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But here in Essex County, McGarry is content to just plug along doing what he loves.

For the past six years, the public schoolteacher has been cultivating colonies naturally, without the use of treatment — namely pesticides used to zap the parasites (which eventually developed a resistance).

“You’re breeding smart mites but not selecting the best bees,” McGarry said.

Honeybees have a strong capacity to regenerate after being knocked out, he said. He’s now working with the strains with depleted numbers, repopulating them, one bee at a time.

McGarry spent a warm morning in early May at his apiary in Wadhams, right before the road forks and opens out into shockingly beautiful scenic vistas dotted with farms.

It’s a good place, he said, protected on one side from the elements by an old dairy barn, with a neighboring field providing plenty of sources for pollen.

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really not, McGarry said — The key is simply producing lots of bees.

And try not to get stung.

McGarry cultivates colony divisions.

Ideally, a queen will lay eggs in each comb, which will then be papered over by the worker bees.

Hopefully, honeybees will eventually emerge and form a new “nuc,” or nucleus colony — a honeybee starter pack, so to speak, all chemical-free.

Each frame has 1,200 sides. A healthy frame will see bees densely packed in just about every comb. Several frames can fit into each crate depending on the size. Room must also be allotted for the colony to store incoming nectar.

McGarry can use these to start new colonies for himself or other local beekeepers. He often sells queens when

available, Russians, which are specifically bred.

Honey is also produced under the Boquet Valley Farm banner, which is either sold or used to barter with other area food producers.

A good queen at the peak of a season can produce 1,000 eggs per day — that’s 1,000 honeybees, he added.

“You can have an amazing amount of bees in a short amount of time.”

McGarry moved frames from box to box as he constructed colonies. The opening of each crate was accompanied by a gentle tuft from a smoker.

Smoke reduces alarm pheromones, which kick into overdrive in the event that a guard bee is unfortunately squashed during the opening process.

While honeybees don’t want to

sting — and beekeepers can select gentle bees — stinging is inevitable, said McGarry. The best way to combat one is to quickly use your thumbnail to scrape away the stinger and subsequent toxins.

The beekeeper pointed at a queen, larger than the others as she looked for an empty cell to deposit her eggs.

The workers droned.

Bees survive the winter by eating honey and clustering together to generate warmth.

McGarry prepared 50 colonies this past winter, of which 39 made it through, wrapped loosely in roofing tarp.

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Beekeepers use smoke when opening crates to reduce alarm pheromones.

Clover and basswood serve as the top two sources of nectar for honeybees in New York’s Champlain Valley Region.

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Swarming, when the queen leaves the colony with a large group of worker bees, can also be a natural part of the life cycle. While keepers try to prevent it, their departure is not always possible.

The main honey flow in this region is the monthlong stretch from early-June to early-July, with clover and basswood serving as the two top nectar sources. Dandelions provide

an “incredible” source of nectar and pollen, McGarry said, and is the main source bees use in spring to build up their numbers.

The end result is a light-colored honey.

Not many folks do what McGarry does. There might be a guy in Crown Point, he reckoned, and others in Vermont and New Hampshire.

While the state has statistics for large-scale producers — New York hosted 55,500 apiaries with five or more colonies in 2013 — figures for the small hobbyist operators like McGarry are non-existent, Ball, the state agriculture commissioner, said.

But when it comes to volume, the figures are looking sweet. Production was up 9 percent in 2015 over the year before, putting New York in the nationwide top 10 for the first time in a decade.

There’s nothing necessarily wrong with honey made from treated bees, said McGarry, But all-natural products simply have one less inorganic sub-

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stance in them.

Spring is the busiest time of year.

The beekeeper feels confident his bees this year will have all the characteristics he’s been trying to cultivate for the past six years.

McGarry’s progress will be bolstered by a grant from the Adirondack Council and the Klipper Fund that will allow him to purchase and modify equipment.

Doing so will allow him to grow capacity by 20 percent, allowing him to bump his nucs from 50 to 60 per year.

Even this particular day looked promising.

“I’m going to wind up with some big colonies by the end of the day here,” McGarry said.

Once you acquire bees, they’re your charges, he said.

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The bass season for large and smallmouth opens in most of New York State on the third Saturday in June.

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s a bass tournament angler for the past 40 years who has spent a lot of time fishing this great lake as a tournament and weekend angler I have learned a lot about where and how to fish this waterway.

Here are just a few of the areas I would suggest you toss your lures. From the Plattsburgh dock south you will find good smallie fishing around Crab and Valcour Islands, Willsboro Bay especially around Farrell Point.

As you can see these are just a few of the hot spots on Lake Champlain.

I suggest you invest in a series of topographical maps that cover the entire lake.

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s an angler who has fished Lake Champlain both for fun and cash I believe it is a GREAT lake and offers by far the very best bass fishing in the northeast.

On March 6, 1998, then President Bill Clinton agreed with me and made Lake Champlain a sixth great lake. Unfortunately political grumbling occurred and 19 days later it was rescinded. Now fishing here is very good but the main attraction is the black bass — both large and smallmouths. You will find an abundant population of both of these fish from Lock 11 in Whitehall all the way to the Canadian border. And it is this abundance of bass that attracts literally thousands of bass cast for cash anglers of all levels; not to mention as many if not more, weekend anglers. It is estimated that the bass tournaments held here include 75 annually, and that includes professional, regional individual and team open tournaments as well as bass club tournaments from New York and several other surrounding states.

What really put Lake Champlain on the national cast for cash calendars was when Roland Martin won the first major professional bass fishing FLW (Forrest L. Wood) tournament on Lake Champlain in 1997. Another national endorsement adding to more tournaments on Champlain came from New Jersey pro angler Mike Iaconelli, winner of the 1999 B.A.S.S. on Lake Champlain.

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He said, “I don’t know of another lake in the country where you can catch that many fish of a good size and have both species. You can have a 60-fish limit with 30 smallmouth and 30 large largemouth and they’re all 3 to 4 pounds. There are not very many lakes in the country where you can do that.”

There will be two national professional bass tournaments going out of Plattsburgh (Dock Street Launch) this year; both of which will have 100 pros fishing and both will have five figure winner payouts. The first is the Walmart Fishing

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League Worldwide (FLW) on June 23-26 and the B.A.S.S. Bass Pro Shop Open on Sept. 21-23.

The Walmart event is a bit different because it has an equal number of co-anglers. The pros will fish from the front of their boats for a daily limit of five bass and the co-anglers from the back of the boat for a daily limit of three bass. The co-angler will fish with a different pro each day. First place in the pro division is $51,400 merchandise/cash combination.

The co-angler winner will receive a $30,000 prize. This is an ideal time for you to fish with a pro; it is worth the entry fee at just $425. Other bass tournaments attracting 50 to 100 boats to Lake Champlain include the Ram Open Series on June 11, Northern Bass open on Aug. 6, and the Collegiate Cup Challenge on Sept. 18. If you have never been to a cast for cash weigh in I think that you would enjoy it.

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on GREAT Lake Champlain WHAT LURE SHOULD I USE? This is a common question especially for Lake Champlain. One of the best ways to find out is to go to a weigh in and ask one of the tournament anglers.

You will be surprised how many of these anglers will tell you exactly what they use and, how they fish it. I doubt if they will tell you exactly where but they will give you enough information to point you in the right direction.

For me whenever and wherever I fish for bass the first lure that hits the water is a Wacky Worm. Twenty years ago at a regional bass tournament at Ticonderoga I interviewed the winner, Mike Ciccolella, whose winning five bass limit totaling 23 plus pounds of largemouth continued on page 52

Ben Wright, from Peru who has done well and became the first Bass Federation’s “Living a Dream” co-angler champion. He weighed in 50 pounds of bass in a 3 day event in the Bass Fishing League (BFL) in Oklahoma. He received $7,500 in cash and an invitation to the 2013 Forrest Wood Cup and the BLF All American tournaments.

I spoke to Ben about how he would approach fishing Lake Champlain during the month of July. He said the smallies will be off the banks and hanging out around the humps and deeper flats with irregular contour changes and they will follow the schools of bait for great distances. Rocky points near deeper water and vegetation also should not be overlooked. Some of his favorite baits are football head jigs and topwater lures, especially if it is overcast. As for the largemouth, he said you should concentrate around clean milfoil and other vegetation flipping soft plastics. He also added he has taken several trips to Ticonderoga during a tournament when the bass bite slows down. That’s an hour plus ride in a bass boat with a 200-horsepower motor.

Now speaking of Ticonderoga, it too has one of the larger, more popular state launch sites that attract a number of bass regional trail and club tournaments each year. These organizations are not only from New York State but also Vermont, Connecticut and New Jersey. The bass season for large and smallmouth opens in most of New York State on the third Saturday in June.

But there is one exception, Lake Champlain which opens when Vermont’s season opens on the second Saturday in June. New York and Vermont also have a reciprocal agreement that both honor the other’s fishing licenses. You would be surprised at just how many cast for cash organizations take advantage of this agreement.

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on GREAT Lake Champlain had won the 90 angler event. It was then that he introduced me to the Wacky Worm. Since that day it has been my go to bass bait and to hundreds of my fishing clients. I do not know of another lure that catches bass and is so easy to rig and to fish.

I take a 6-inch Bass Pro Shop Stik-o-worm and pierce a number 3 Eagle Claw Laser Sharp circle hook through the middle of the worm and leave the hook point fully exposed. No weight is used. Now the hard part; toss it out and let it float freely to the bottom. Make sure when you cast that you hold the rod at a 45 degree angle to the water and hold the line between your thumb and forefinger. Once on the bottom use the rod tip to gently jiggle the bait. Once you feel and/ or see the line moving off to the side reel down and set the hook.

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For the complete information on this agreement including where you’re New York fishing license can be used on Vermont waters, go to www.dec.ny.gov/permits/6411.html or go to the New York freshwater fishing original regulations guide.

Twenty six miles south of Ticonderoga is another excellent state launch site at South Bay. This bay is more like a small lake in size and it hosts an excellent amount of largemouth.

The bay is covered with clump grass and all other types of vegetation. If you like the excitement of pulling a rubber frog/rat over these tangles this is the place to go.

South Bay is another of the popular tournament sites that hosts at least 25 or more cast for cash events throughout the season. I know of one tournament trail that holds all of its seven or eight tournaments each year on Lake Champlain every year. The bass club tournaments, some of which are two day contests, will have at least 20 members competing and these three launch sites are the primary ones used by the bass tournament anglers.

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Marathon Man David Bruce’s journey through all 50 states, 26.2 miles at a time

By Keith Lobdell

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t is a matter of what is more impressive: that David Bruce has accomplished the feat of running a 26.2-mile marathon in each of the 50 states, or that he did the majority of those — 39, to be exact — between the ages 70 and 74. The run for Bruce started over 30 years ago, when he competed in the U.S. Olympic trials in Buffalo.

“At 42, I was in competitive canoeing teamed up with a friend, Roy Campbell, who was the regional planner for the Appalachian Commission,” Bruce said. “We had traveled all over the Southern Tier in that endeavor and I was looking for another activity. The Olympic marathon was really heating up and we felt it would be fun to see if we could do a marathon.”

sible idea for me. However, it was still in the back of my mind. I learned to be a member of the group, you had to run a ‘certified’ marathon in at least 10 different states. At that point I had done five so maybe, just maybe, I could at least join the group in a few years.”

Bruce ran his next marathon in 2009, but then started to chip away toward the milestone.

Two marathons in 2010.

Three more in 2011.

Nine in 2012 — at age 70 — the chase was on.

“It’s not just about running,” Bruce said. “It’s not that glamorous running mile, after mile, after mile... Running adds a lot to my personal wellness. My cholesterol level is 141, heart rate 62. Running has contributed to that. It makes me want to be even more healthy.

The more you are into it, the more you are into it.”

For Bruce, it was not just a matter of fitness but time available.

“I didn’t have time while I was working for this,” said Bruce, who worked for Cornell University for 33 years after attending a 4-H Club Congress and never thinking he would go to school there.

“Little did I know I would work for the University for 33 years.

The idea is you start with a single thought and if you chip away at it long enough it might just be possible.”

It was a motto he used in marathoning.

“Disney was the one that really marked a goal for a retirement thing,” Bruce said. “The last three years, I was running a marathon almost once every month. I became addicted to the dang-gum thing.”

In 2013, Bruce ran in five marathons, upping his total to 14 in 2014. This left him with 11 to go in 2015. During that time, he also decided to look up the man he had started this pursuit with.

His time of 4:37 and change did not put him in the Olympics, “I found out where (Roy Campbell) was and started visiting but it did get him interested in the sport. and planned to hook up for he lived just across the Florida line in Georgia,” said Bruce, who now resides in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. “My old friend (Campbell) and I ran together for many years,” Bruce said. “I left western New York and we lost touch with each Then came the countdown: Austin Texas in February; Lincoln, other.”

Nebraska in March; Abilene, Kansas in April; Providence, Rhode Island and Olympia, Washington in May; Helena, Montana, While Bruce would run in smaller events, his second marathon Montpelier, Idaho and Laketown, Utah in June (Idaho and June did not come until 10 years later, when he raced in the Marine were on back-to-back days, part of a three-state, three-marathon Corps Marathon in Arlington, Va. triple where Bruce competed in two of the three); Klamath Falls, He ran marathons in Maine and Vermont in 2006 before com- Oregon in August and Columbia Missouri in September. peting in the Walt Disney World Marathon to kick off the New Year in 2007.

That set the stage for five hours and 13 minutes in Hill City, South Dakota, Oct. 4, 2015 — the 50th and final marathon need“I had ran Disney and found out about the 50 State Marathon ed to complete his goal. continued on page 58 Club which was a group promoting the idea of running a marathon in every state,” Bruce said. “At first, that was just an impos54 | North Country Living Magazine | Vol. 5 No. 2

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I’ve ran everywhere, man 1. 11th Skylon International, Buffalo, N.Y., Oct. 13, 1984. Finish time 4:37:33.

6. Harrisburg Marathon, Harrisburg, Penn., Nov. 8, 2009. 4:00:56, third place 65-69.

2. Marine Corps Marathon, Arlington, Va. and Washington, D.C., Oct. 23, 1994. 4:57:16

7. Glass City Marathon, Toledo, Ohio, April 25, 2010. 4:00:56, first place 65-69.

3. Paul Bunyan Marathon, Bangor, Me., July 16, 2006. 4:51:55, 173rd overall

8. Rocket City Marathon, Huntsville, Ala., Dec. 11, 2010. 4:13:11.

4. Green Mountain Marathon, N. Hero, Vt., Oct. 21, 2006. 4:24:51, fourth place 60-64 age group 5. Disney World Marathon, Orlando, Fla., Jan. 7, 2007. 5:19:57.

9. Boston Marathon, Boston, Mass., April 18, 2011. 4:22:54.

10. Carrollton Festival of Races, Carrollton, Mich., July 25, 2011. 5:35:00.

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11. Clarence Delmar Marathon, Keene, N.H., Sept. 25, 2011. 5:11:52.

16. Big Wildlife Runs, Anchorage, Alaska, Aug. 19, 2012. 4:17:38, second place age 70-74.

12. Albany/Snickers Marathon, Albany, Ga., March 3, 2012. 4:12:51, first place age 70-74.

17. Rock ‘N Roll Denver Marathon, Denver, Col., Sept. 22, 2012. 4:30:49, second place age 70-74.

13. Knoxville Marathon, Knoxville, Tenn., April 1, 2012. 4:14:12, first place age 70-74

18. Baltimore Marathon, Baltimore, Mary., Oct. 13, 2012. 4:14:34, second place age 70-74.

14. Kentucky Derby Marathon, Louisville, Kent., April 28, 2012.

4:12:18.

15. Grandma’s Marathon, Duluth, Minn., June 16, 2012. 4:20:00, second place age 70-74.

19. Indianapolis Monumental, Indianapolic, Ind., Nov. 3, 2012. 4:18:00, first place age 70-74.

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20. Holulaloa Tuscon, Tuscon, Ariz., Dec. 9, 2012. 4:16:54, fourth place age 70-74.

21. Maui Oceanfront Marathon, Wailea, Hi., Jan. 20, 2013. 4:44:00, first place age 70-74.

22. Ocean Drive Marathon, CapeMay, N.J., March 24, 2013.

4:18:45, first place age 7074.

30. Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon, Urban Champaign, Ill., April 27, 2014. 4:33:08, second place age 70-74.

31. Delaware Marathon, Wilmington, Del., May 11, 2014. 5:12:03, third place.

32. Hatfield/McCoy Marathon, Kentucky into West Virginia, June 14, 2014. 4:59:27.

23. Hogeye Marathon, Fayetteville, Ark., April 14, 2013. 5:40:00, first place age 70-74.

33. University of Okobji, Three Sons, Milford, Iowa, July 19, 2014. 4:41:29, finished second of nine.

24. Fargo Marathon, Fargo, N.D., May 18, 2013. 4:26:39, third place age 70-74.

34. Extraterrestrial Full Moon Midnight Marathon, Las Vegas, Nev., Aug. 10, 2014. 5:19:59, second place.

25. Duke City Marathon, Albuquerque, N.M., Oct. 20, 2013. 5:45:00.

26. Mississippi Blues Marathon, Jackson, MIss., Jan 11, 2014. 4:22:26, second place age 70-74.

27. New Orleans Rock ‘n Roll Marathon, New Orleans, La., Feb. 3, 2014. 4:16:34, first place in age group of 11.

28. Myrtle Beach Marathon, Myrtle Beach, Feb. 15, 2014. 4:08:32, first place age 70-74.

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40. Austin Marathon, Austin, Texas, Feb. 15, 2015. 5:22:36, third place.

41. Run for the Bridges National Park, Lincoln, Neb., March 14, 2015.

5:22:36, third place.

42. Eisenhower Marathon, Abilene, Kan., April 11, 2015. 4:59:12, second place.

43. Cox Sports Providence Marathon, Providence, R.I., May 3, 2015. 4:37:44, second place.

44. Capital City Marathon, Olympia, Wash., May 17, 2015. 4:45:36, second place.

35. Jackson Hole Marathon, Jackson Hole, Wyo., August 30, 2014.

5:35:29, fourth place.

45. Montana Governor’s Cup Marathon, Helena, Mont., June 13, 2015. 5:09:33, first place.

36. Northeast Utilities Marathon, Hartford, Conn., Oct. 11, 2014. 4:39:15, first place.

46. Bear Lake Idaho Marathon, Montpelier, Idaho, June 19, 2015.

5:59:03.

37. Madison Marathon, Madison, Wisc., Nov. 9, 2014. 4:44:23, first place.

47. Bear Lake Utah Marathon, Laketown, Utah, June 20, 2015. 6:32:04.

38. Route 66 Marathon, Oklahoma, Oct. 23, 2014. 4:59:44, third place.

48. Crater Lake Rim Run, Klamath Falls, Ore., Aug. 8, 2015. 5:49:15.

39. Death Valley Marathon, California, Dec. 6, 2014. 5:57:49, first place.

50. Crazy Horse Memorial Run, Hill City, S.D., Oct. 4, 2015. 5:13:01, first place 70-74 age group.

49. Heart of America Marathon, Columbia, Mo., Sept. 7, 2015. 5:37:48, 10th place age 60-plus age group.

At the Route 66 Marathon in Oklahoma City in October of 2014, Bruce visited the Oklahoma City Bombing memorial, with the chairs representing a person who died at the federal building, with over 25 of the victims being children.

David Bruce with cousin Tom Tubbs of Crown Point, who traveled to Hill City, South Dakota, to cheer on Bruce in his completion of his 50th marathon in his 50th state.

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a very foolish thing to assume you are capable of doing such a demanding exercise program without professional input.”

Bruce said learning more is something he focuses on.

“I always want to take a percentage of the day and learn something,” he said.

In all, Bruce thinks he traveled over 110,000 miles and spent between $1,000-$1,500 every time he left the house to run a marathon.

“What sometimes I forget is while you have to get there, you also have to come back!”

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o, 50 marathons in 50 states is an accomplishment which is part of the record books for David Bruce.

However, he is not a man who will sit on his laurels.

David Bruce, his grandchildren and daughter after finishing a local run in New Smyrna Beach in April 2013.

“The Appalachian Trail is my next biggie and I think it is going to be more challenging than the 50 states,” Bruce said.

Bruce plans on hiking the trail, starting in Maine this Unfortunately, he did not get to celebrate with the person he September through October, with his cousin from Crown Point. The duo will continue to do two-month sections of had recently re-connected with. the trail, expecting to complete the route in 2019.

“After I finished the 50 states I called (Campbell), e-mailed Bruce said the inspiration for the trek came from Bill Bryson, him and could not find him. I learned a couple months ago he passed away. It was a sad day for me. He was a special person.” continued on page 60 Bruce said his road in marathoning has been filled with numerous stories and adventures from throughout the country and the world.

“I have met people from almost everywhere,” he said.

“Before I really got into the real push for running back in the early 2000’s, I attend a training evaluation program offered at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid to ensure I had a knowledgeable evaluation of my conditioning,” Bruce said. “I had a full workup by a cardiologist and had a registered dietitian outline my nutritional needs. It is 58 | North Country Living Magazine | Vol. 5 No. 2

A hawaiian luau was part of the attraction for David Bruce when he ran the Maui Oceanfront Marathon in December of 2013.

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There are so many inspiring things you don’t expect to see or meet, but they are there all the time.’

— About marathons the author of the book “A Walk in the Woods,” which was adapted into a 2015 feature film starring Nick Nolte and Robert Redford in the role of Bryson.

“When I completed my 50 states this past October, this was my next challenge,” Bruce said. “I saw the movie, read his book and actually this past month attended Bill Bryson’s lecture at Rollins College in Winter Park here in Florida. He was incredible and as funny as he was knowledgeable.”

Bruce said he recently went to Springer Mt., Georgia, the start of the Appalachian Trail at the southern end, and had the opportunity to visit with the state park officials and a young woman who just completed the trail.

“They informed me they have had an increase of 33 percent in the number of folks hiking the trail,” Bruce said. “It is an idea that right now, as they say, is hot.”

David Bruce referred to the Death Valley Marathon in California as the most challenging he competed in. It was his 39th marathon, ran in December of 2014, featuring extreme elevations and rough terrain.

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By the Numbers:

Fastest time: 4 hours, 56 seconds — David set this mark in consecutive marathons, first in the Harrisburg Marathon in Pennsylvania on Nov. 8, 2009. He ran the same time just over five months later at the Glass City Marathon in Toledo, Ohio April 25, 2010.

Shortest time between marathons: Less that 24 hours — David competed in the Bear Lake Idaho Marathon in Montpelier, Idaho, on June 19, 2015. He finished in a time of 5:59:03. Bruce then went south, following the lake to Laketown, Utah, where he awoke early for a 5 a.m. start in the Bear Lake Utah Marathon. David finished the course in a time of 6:32:04, having run 52.4 miles in a 24-hour window.

Distance ran: 50 marathons is 1,310 miles: 2,108,235.4 meters 2,247,960 yards 6,743,880 feet 80,926,560 inches Places you can get to in 1,310 miles from Moriah, N.Y.: North: Cow Head, Newfoundland, Canada South: Lady Lakes, Florida, where Bruce currently resides.

East: Just over halfway to London, England, somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean West: Omaha, Nebraska

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Celebrate The Adirondacks abound with Fourth of July festivities

By Keith Lobdell

All around the people of the North Country and Adirondacks are the shadows and ghosts of a young nation’s struggle for freedom from oppression and tyrany. continued on page 66

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his area is filled with the stories of Patriots, Sentinels, Green Mountain Boys, Minutemen and more, those who shaped the face of a country in defiance of the British Monarchy.

Perhaps that’s why in many of the regions small towns and villages you can find some of the finest celebrations of the United States declaring its independence from the British Empire. From fireworks to parades, carnivals to music, this region knows how to celebrate the Fourth of July.

“The Best 4th In The North is a time-honored tradition that is enjoyed by thousands of community members and visitors alike each and every year,” said Deb Barber, Best 4th In The North chairperson and Ticonderoga/ Montcalm Street Partnership board member. “The celebration has a significant impact on the local businesses and the economy attracting many people to the Ticonderoga Area to enjoy the parade, Montcalm Mile, music, vendors, food, and of course the grand fireworks display that the event is known for. The celebration has a long history and was once organized by volunteers from the In a place where some of the most decisive battles in three Ticonderoga Fire Department, then a number of commuconflicts took place, it’s no wonder the school’s mascot nity members/committees via the Town of Ticonderoga, name is the Sentinels and their Independence Day celebra- and now as a volunteer committee under the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership. Without the dedication is referred to as “The Best Fourth in the North.”

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tion and commitment of these volunteers for so many years this time honored tradition would not be possible. The committee gives so much of their personal time to plan, implement, and fund raise to make all of the events for the four day celebration possible. The Town of Ticonderoga does support the celebration but the majority of the funds needed are raised by the committee. We hope to see many familiar and new faces at this year’s celebration.

Join us as we celebrate Independence Day and Ticonderoga’s rich history and bright future.”

All four days will feature food, vendors and rides in Bicentennial Park (from 4 to 10 p.m. July 1-2, 4 to 10:30 p.m. July 3 and 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 4). There will also be music, with Valley of the Guns performing July 1; Dance in the Park with DJ Cruz July 2 and the Willie Playmore Band July 3.

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Also on July 3 there will be a firefighter competition at 4 p.m., with area firefighters coming together for competition and fun.

Events begin on Independence Day with the running of the annual Montcalm Mile, put on by the LaChute Road Runners, starting at 1:45 p.m. with roads closing at 1:30 p.m. (Light at Walmart entrance along Wicker and Montcalm Streets to Tower Avenue).

The annual Best Fourth in the North Parade will take place at 2 p.m., with the theme of “Hometown Pride.” As part of the parade, Caron Disbrow will sing the National Anthem and perform patriotic music during the parade. The Grand Marshal for the parade will be members of the Ticonderoga continued on page 68

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Celebrating the Fourth

There are plenty of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July throughout the Adirondacks. Here are a few of those ways:

Lake George The village of Lake George puts on a July 4th fireworks display that can be viewed all along the waterfront. They will go off immediately following sundown.

Long Lake At 10 a.m. the Annual 4th of July Games will begin on the Town Ball Field, sponsored by the town of Long Lake. Games for all ages! Classic favorites include small children scavenger hunt, balloon race, sack races, the venerable egg toss, and threelegged race. Children enjoy collecting their winnings from our exclusive prize booth. For more information, call 624-3077.

At 2 p.m., the Long Lake Bed Race will be held at the town beach, sponsored by the town of Long Lake. Find an old bed, decorate it, then hop on and race to the finish line! Prizes awarded for fastest bed and “Best in Show.” There is a $10 bed entry fee and cash prizes will be awarded. Must wear sneakers.

Five people per team, 16 and up. Pre-registration required. Call 518-624-3077 to register and request a set of rules.

At 6 p.m., the annual 4th of July Celebration will begin at the town beach, sponsored by the town of Long Lake. The Bad Chaperone’s return at the town beach alongside a feast served up by the Long Lake Fire Department. Fade to Blues will be entertaining the crowds with their musical talents while Penelope the Clown paints faces at the gazebo. At dark the best fireworks in the Adirondacks can be seen from the beach, by boat or Mt. Sabattis. For more information, call 624-3077. In the event of rain, events will be at Mt. Sabattis.

High School Sentinels, led by the varsity football team which competed for the NYSPHSAA Class D state championship.

Music will continue on the Fourth with Loose Connections at 4 p.m. and rising country star Joe McGinness and Longshot at 7:30 p.m. They will be followed by the annual fireworks show at dusk.

Along with the annual town events, activities celebrating the battle for a nation’s freedom will take place throughout the day at Fort Ticonderoga, a key strategic military outpost in the early days of the nation.

For more information on the Best Fourth in the North, visit best4thinthenorth.com.

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At dusk the fireworks from the barge will begin at the Village Green. Enjoy live music and a BBQ dinner starting at 6 p.m. and then gather on the shoreline of Raquette Lake to enjoy a display of breathtaking fireworks celebrating the birth of the USA.

The late afternoon and evening hours of July 4 bring the lakeside hamlet to life with Independence Day celebrations. continued on page 70

Bolton Landing There will be family fun this July 4th at Rogers Memorial Park! Come out for music, face painting, and entertainment from 7 until 10 p.m The fireworks will begin at dusk.

Warrensburg The Fourth of July Patriots Children’s Parade will take place from 9:30 until 11 a.m. Participants are encouraged to decorate their wagons, trikes, bikes, pets or even themselves to take part in the parade. Special prizes, a bounce house, games, face painting and more will be available before and after the parade. Registration and pre-parade fun at the Johnson County Downtown Courthouse Lawn starts at 9:30 a.m. and the parade will begin at 10 a.m.

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The annual parade in Schroon Lake steps off at 6 p.m., and has been touted as one of the largest parades in the region.

Following the parade, the town leans on its talented summer camps and programs, as patriotic tunes ring out at the town beach thanks to the Word of Life Collegians and the Seagle Music Colony performers. They are followed by the annual fireworks display.

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chance to win the Adirondack Basket Raffle starting at 9 a.m. with a winner announced at 8 p.m. The Adirondack Artists and Crafters will set up shop at the town hall from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., and the annual chicken barbecue will take place at the Community Church on Main Street, starting at 11 a.m. and lasting until the last wing is sold. continued on page 72

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Celebrating the Fourth Saranac Lake

Fourth of July - At 10 a.m. there will be a kid’s parade that ends in Riverside Park.

The farmer’s market offers food booths and live music.

Rotary will have a treat concession, and then at dusk, there’s a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Flower.

Westport

The town of Westport will host its annual Fourth of July parade and fireworks Saturday, July 2. For information, visit westportny.com.

Willsboro/Essex North Creek

Fireworks will be held Saturday, July 2, in the North Creek Ski Bowl Park at Gore Mountain. Entertainment and food will be provided before the show.

Tupper Lake

Tupper Lake is the place to be on July 3 when the annual Tupper Lake fireworks display lights up the sky.

Visitors and residents from around the area flock to the Tupper Lake Municipal park for activities and camaraderie as they wait for the much anticipated firework showcase.

The annual parade and fireworks in the towns of Willsboro and Essex will take place this year on July 4th.

For more information visit essexonlakechamplain.com.

Jay

The town of Jay hosts an annual parade followed by food and games at the Jay Volunteer Fire Department on July 4th.

Hague

The town of Hague will host an annual Fourth of July event and fireworks display. Time and date to be announced. See more at visithague.com

There will also be plenty to do in the town park and beach areas, with Bounce Around and fun activities for children from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.; the Lion’s Club food tent throughout the day; live music on the beach starting at 11 a.m. and a mini-concert leading up to the parade at 5:30 p.m.

For more information, visit schroonlakeregion.com.

Lake Placid

It will be food, fitness and fireworks in the home of perhaps the greatest sports moment of national pride in the United States as Lake Placid hosts its annual Independence Day festivities.

The morning will start with fitness, as the town will host the Fourth of July Mini-Triathlon starting at the town beach. The event will include a 400 yard swim, 12 mile bike ride and three mile run.

If that gets your stomach grumbling for some nourishment, the I Love BBQ and Music Festival will take place on the Olympic Oval throughout the day, featuring chances to sample barbecue from throughout the region, food competitions and musical groups performing throughout the day.

The annual Fourth of July Gala Parade steps off at 5 p.m. from the Olympic Center, traveling Main Street to the High Peaks resort with a number of floats, local businesses, local athletes and marching bands making their way through the assembled crowds.

The Lake Placid Sinfonietta sets the tone for the evening at Mid’s Park with patriotic music starting at 7 p.m.

The evening ends with the annual “Set the Night to Music,” fireworks display around 9:30 p.m. The show is paced to music provided by local radio station 93.3 FM. For more information, visit lakeplacid.com

Plattsburgh

The town of Plattsburgh will mark the Fourth of July with numerous events throughout the day, all celebrating “Adirondack Pride.”

There will be a Red, White and Blue Relay race as part of the events, as well as an unveiling of a new city mural called “The Children’s Mural,” music featuring “Livin’ on a Prayer,” a tribute band who plays the music of 1980’s Hair-band powerhouses Bon Jovi, and the annual parade, which steps off at 2 p.m. on Bridge Street and continues past City Hall Place to Cumberland Ave. There will be food vendors and more around City Hall from 2 until 11 p.m., with the annual fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.

For more information, visit cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov.

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Local agriculture, entertainment and more come together at two North Country county fairs There are some things that are worth waiting a year for, and the annual return of county fair season in one of them.

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Ernie LaPine, Alta LaPine and Lyn Lobdell, the author’s father, officially cut the ribbon to open the Essex County Fair.

here are the smells from the cotton candy to the dripping oil and paint from a fierce demolition derby; the sounds of children laughing or screaming on the rides to the carnival barkers asking you to show off your skills.

The taste of the fried dough, midway burger or Italian sausage is all part of the experience.

And there is the sight of harness racing or the magic show which draws youth back day after day to figure out how it was done.

Locally, there are several county fairs which bring these senses to life every year, combining the thrills of the carnival with the chance to learn about local agriculture and more.

My fair story

Clinton County Fair

very year, writing about the county fair is one of my favorite things to do. This year, it takes on new meaning.

You see, I grew up with the fair — the Essex County Fair, to be exact.

Every summer, two weeks of my life was devoted to the fair and everything that had to do with it mainly because my father, Lyn, was one of the key cogs along with his friend, Ernie LaPine, who manned the main office.

I would spend every hour I could at the fair, riding the rides, eating as much fried dough as I could and then sneaking Mountain Dew’s out of the cooler in the fair office.

When I grew up, my perspective changed to that of a parent watching the joy his kids had in riding the rides and doing the same things I had done. While my dad was no longer in the fair office, his fingerprints were still over the entire grounds, and you knew he would be there every year.

The funniest part was, the first year he probably never attended the fair as he took a vacation to Alaska to fulfil his bucket list goal of visiting all 50 states, he won the 50-50 jackpot for $5,000. The main thing I remember is how different the fair seemed knowing he was not there.

This year will be the second time I won’t see him at the fair. You see, there was a reason he was accomplishing his bucket list. At that time, he was in the middle rounds of his battle against cancer. On March 2, his battle ended the way too many of them do.

But I’ll be there, trying to enjoy every minute with my family. This article is dedicated to the memory of the man who inspired my love of the fair, my Dad. — Keith Lobdell

The 68th annual Clinton County Fair will take place starting July 19 and running through July 24.

In recent years, the main grandstand show for the fair featured new wave country acts, starting with Hunter Hayes in 2012, right after the song “Wanted,” put him onto the country music scene. Other recent acts included Voice winner Danielle Braderry and runners-up Swon Brothers (2014) along with Maddie and Tae (2015).

Going back to the roots of modern country, like they did with Lorrie Morgan in 2013, Ricky Skaggs will take to the grandstand Thursday, July 21, at 8 p.m.

Other events include tractor and truck pulls, the annual Clinton Country demolition derby, and more. Midway rides will be available each day. For more information, visit clintoncountyfair.com.

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Essex County Fair The Essex County Fair is one of the oldest running county fairs in both New York state and the nation at-large.

Celebrating its 168th year in 2016, and running from Wednesday, Aug. 10 through Sunday, Aug. 14, the fair has tagged itself as the “Adirondack Agricultural Fair,” bringing in many local dairy and produce farmers as well as displays and demonstrations from youth groups like the local 4-H and more.

Featured events include the annual harness races on opening day, along with a figure 8 racing contest, youth Power Wheels demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls — including garden tractors — and the annual Egglefield Ford Demolition Derby on the final day of the fair.

For more information, visit essexcountyfair.org.

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A selection of cheese samples in the cheese shop at Nettle Meadow Farm.

Nettle

By Christina Scanlon

In the shadow of Crane Mountain sits a unique animal sanctuary where award winning cheese and a love for animals is the byproduct

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one-on-one walking tour of the Nettle Meadow Farm at the base of Crane Mountain took nearly an hour.

It wasn’t to show off equipment or brag about their international award winning cheeses.

It takes that long when Lorraine Lambiase, who owns the property with Sheila Flanagan, stops to introduce and greet the 300 or so goats.

“Oh, Hokey Pokey, are you having a good day? Hi, Bubbles,” she said, continuing around the many corralled areas, separated by fencing that is upright, but mangled.

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“We don’t disbud our goats,” she said, explaining the condition of the fences. Disbudding is a method of stopping the growth of horns in the animals while still young using a heated tool to cauterize the site.

It’s one of many animal-centered practices the pair subscribes to, ultimately with great affect on their net profit.

There’s the 600 to 800 goats born each year that instead of being sold, are given away to an agent that makes sure they will never be used for meat, only dairy or brush removal.

There’s the wool sheered from the dozens of sheep in residence that is donated instead of offered for sale. ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

There’s the collection of many, many animals that have found their way to the sanctuary on the farm, which serve no purpose to the cheese making.

There are rescued horses, donkeys and a llama ill-suited to work as a guard. There are some blind, lame or three-legged animals in the mix. There are chickens and ducks and somehow, a bird-cage grew into a rather large aviary for the care of birds that couldn’t be returned to the wild.

Most of these animals came by way of donation or drop-off, the last chance at life for the bulk of them.

Some came on their own, though, like the peacock that just appeared one day in their yard.

“He found his way here, and I thought, what are we going to do with him?” recalled Lambiase. “Then he just opened up his tail and was so beautiful.”

Like always, they couldn’t say no.

The sanctuary animals, however, are nothing compared to the growing goat retirement community.

It’s a common farming practice to kill animals when they are no longer productive. For goats, their life providing milk is typically around eight years.

“That’s not something we are going to do,” said Lambiase.

“They provided for us. We are going to provide for them.”

All the goats, which typically have a life expectancy of 20 years, will live out their days on the farm in the same manner they did when giving milk and young. They receive the same medical care, natural grains, organic hay and lots of love.

That includes the males in what they call, “the bachelor pad.”

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The barn before painstaking effort restored the 100-year-old building and saved it from collapse.

The barn as seen today

A goat peeks out from the restored barn.

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The second story of the restored barn

A barn wall riddled with graffiti from the 1920s was saved as part of the restoration project.

Lorraine Lambiase with one of the blind goats that lives on the farm

benefit of the flock growth, but they stay on at the farm, too.

“Really, what would be the point,” said Flanagan. “We didn’t move from California to make cheese. We can do that anywhere. We moved here for the animals.”

It was in 2005 when they made the move. Bigger than the distance, was the change in lifestyle.

Flanagan gave up a career as an attorney and they cashed in everything to purchase the century-old property in Thurman.

“The first year was terrible,” said Lambiase. “There were plenty of times I thought we weren’t going to make it, but we did, and here we are.”

It had previously been a dairy farm, housing horses for a period, as well. Its most recent life was as a goat farm, which attracted Flanagan to it on a real estate listing online.

Dozens of sheep reside on the farm and provide milk for the cheese blends.

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They’d been producing goat cheese on their one-third acre parcel for themselves and neighbors in a residential area and knew they wanted something more.

Though they have relatives in New England, they’d never been to the Adirondack region.

The property was operational, but needed a lot of work and contained just 50 goats. The original homestead had burned and a barn had been converted into living quarters. Another barn remained, though how it stood was a mystery.

“There were nights, when we’d hear the wind blow, I wondered if we were going to find it in a heap in the yard,” said Lambiase.

Restoring it would be no small task and take seven years before they were able to make it happen financially.

It took a master craftsman, Andy Leblanc of Indian Lake, more than one year to replace the failing timbers, floors, walls and windows.

Joel and Aaron Mosher took charge of the enormous gambrel roof, now a breathtaking masterpiece on the barn’s second floor.

Like most everything on Nettle Meadow Farm, there would probably have been a faster and cheaper way to approach it, such as bulldozing the barn and starting new.

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Once hand packed, the cheeses drain and are then removed to the aging room.

Above & Below: Employees at Nettle Meadow Farm hand-craft all of the cheeses.

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Their passion for the animals and the farm comes through in their cheese. Others around the world have noticed.

In March, competing against 2,955 entries from 23 countries, their Apple Cider Fromage Frais brought home a gold medal, in mixed milk spreadable cheeses, from the World Cheese Championships in Madison, Wisconsin. ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

Sheila Flanagan checks the cheeses in the aging room.

Kunik earned a gold medal among mixed milk bloomy rind cheeses. It was the second time the cheese took top honors, after its Blue Ribbon award in the Triple Crème category at the American Cheese Society’s annual North American Cheese Contest in 2010.

The cheese operation goes seven days a week and employs a staff of nine on the farm.

“This is true artisan cheese,” said Flanagan as a crew poured and hand packed the cheese in the cheesemaking addition of the building.

The cheeses are flavored with everything from horseradish to lemon verbena to honey and lavender, most recently a new blend infuses Irish whiskey and stout. Some of the offerings are pure goat’s milk, while others are made from cow, sheep and goat milk- all from animals on the farm.

The pasteurization takes place on site, and the steps to turn the milk into cheese are hours long.

Lambiase focuses her efforts on the more delicate cheeses, while Flanagan has continued to hone her skills on the semiaged cheeses.

The cheese is moved to the aging room, a white-painted stone subterranean space original to the building. The spreads are frozen once packaged to extend their shelf life.

When ready, the cheeses are delivered locally a little north of the farm and as far south as Albany. One distributor, however, gets much of the product to New York City where it goes to many stores and locations around the country. nclmagazine.com

Lambiase said delivering locally will always remain important.

“We want to have that contact with our customers,” she said.

She conducted a cheese sale for a local woman who is unable to eat cow’s milk, therefore the goat cheese is one of her favorites. The entire time Lambiase held a newborn goat in her arms.

She went to return the baby goat to a playpen. He was one of about 16 newborns that were filling up their living room.

And so goes the life of goat farmers and artisan cheese makers in Thurman, where the animals always come first.

The farm is open for cheese sales seven days a week, from 11 a.m to 3 p.m. Tours are given every Saturday at noon. More information about the farm, the animals and cheese can be found at nettlemeadow.com.

Upcoming events at Nettle Meadow Farm, 484 S. Johnsburg Road, Thurman • Third Annual Cheese and Spirits Pairing Local artisans and craft beverages makers Saturday, June 18, 2015 5-7:30 p.m. in the restored Old Barn Loft $25 in advance, $30 at door For more information: www.NettleMeadowCheeseandSpirits.com • Nettle Meadow’s 11th Annual Open House coinciding with the Thurman Fall Farm Tour Local artisans, musicians, menu favorites, tours, cheese samples and children’s tent Saturday, Oct. 8 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

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The program is a medically developed sensible weight loss protocol with a beginning, a middle and an end.

The program primarily promotes fat loss, while supporting muscle mass. They offer education for postdiet weight maintenance and one-on-one weight loss coaching. Losing weight can improve a person’s overall well being. Livewell offers over 80 varieties of Ideal Protein program food to choose from.

Dr. Gerber said he finds the cause of his patients’ negative issues and repairs them instead of just treating the symptoms.

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fter losing 95 pounds in 18 weeks on the Ideal “I want to make positive changes in peoples’ lives and Protein program, Dr. Jonathan Gerber said he help them succeed with their weight loss goals,” he said. established LiveWell ADK in order to offer “this “I fully listen to my patients and understand exactly what amazing lifestyle program to everyone.” is ailing them before we begin care. I treat each and every individual the way I would treat my own parents: with “I changed my life in such a positive way that I needed professionalism, respect and honesty.” to share my experience with my patients and the public at large,” Dr. Gerber said. “I am a doctor who talks the talk “When I arrive at the office it is always a new journey and walks the walk.” for me, between having new patients, seeing the positive results with existing patients and learning from my At the inception of Ideal Protein entering the United patients,” Dr. Gerber said. “I go home at night and rest States market in 2008, Dr. Gerber said LiveWell was one of knowing my patients are well taken care of and are getting the original clinics established in the U.S. To date, he said the positive results they are looking for.” there are now a few thousand.

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letters [of the word diet], quite negative.”

“If you think about it, a “diet” is with you for your whole life,” he said.

“Whatever you put into your mouth, whether it’s tofu or twinkies, water or soda, that’s your diet.”

“My program is looked at as a life changing experience that people have not achieved in the past,” Dr. Gerber said. “Changing society’s outlook on this can be challenging with some, but even more doubters become believers.”

“I want the community to know I truly care about my patients both personally and professionally, and I want them to attain the goals they set for themselves,” Dr. Gerber said. “I give my patients the tools to succeed. My staff coaches them on their journey to success and well-being. I personally don’t just know the program; I live it day in and day out.”

“We at Livewell/ Gerber Wellness Center invite your inquiry to see what has made our program so successful for the last eight years,” Dr. Gerber said. “We are here to help. This program is effective and safe and it works. Come for the proven method, stay for the friendly atmosphere.

LiveWell ADK is a new program designed to incorporate a variety of fun and healthy ideas. The goal: to encourage and promote a happy, healthy lifestyle for folks who live here in the heart of the beautiful Adirondacks!

LiveWell ADK is owned and operated by people who live, work, play and truly appreciate all the wonderful opportunities and experiences that are available right in our own backyards.

Dr. Jonathan Gerber before and after weight loss

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Double H Ranch For the love of children Founded 25 years ago by Charles R. Wood and Paul Newman, this special camp has catered to 20,000 critically ill kids since it began.

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Left: Paul Newman and Charles Wood founded Double H Ranch.

Below: Since its inception, Max Yurenda has served as the CEO/Executive Director of Double H Ranch.

Photo by Dave Bigler

When Double H Ranch in Lake Luzerne marks 25 years of providing year-round programs and support for children and their families dealing with life-threatening illnesses next year, it won’t be a one-time party.

A whole year celebration is in the works, said Max Yurenda, CEO/Executive Director. A major focus will be on recognizing the community for making the continuation of the programs possible.

“There will be a lot of thanks,” said Yurenda, who has been at the helm since the ranch’s inception.

It was co-founded by Charles R. Wood and Paul Newman on a 320acre piece of the Adirondacks, serving more than 20,000 children since it started.

“In the early years, we didn’t have a true handle on what was to come,” Yurenda said. “I think we led with our hearts and our desire to help.”

He recalled year five or six, when a young camper reached up to him and asked, “Double H is going to be here forever, right?”

At that time, he wasn’t sure.

Today, though, they are going strong thanks to generous donations.

Operations for 2016 are expected to cost $3.6 million. A majority of the funding —54 percent —comes from individual donors. Foundations and corporations both contribute 18 percent each, while 10 percent comes from organizations.

“If that support were to fall off, we wouldn’t be here,” said Yurenda.

The total monetary value calculated for volunteer support of the Double H Ranch is $2 million each year, which isn’t so hard to believe when you consider more than 1,500 volunteers support the ranch on a year-round basis.

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to volunteer at the ranch in the summer going into her sophomore year of college.

“Really, my motivation had been to be near my boyfriend who was working there, too,” she said.

“Before the summer was over, we had broken up, but I’d fallen in love with the camp.”

It was the only summer she worked there, but she said it still has an impact.

“I’d like to say it drove me to some lofty goal, but really, it grounded me. It taught me patience and to be thankful and always find something good, even when it seems that’s hard to find. I think I’m a better mother today because of it.”

“Our volunteers play such an important role, but they are the real benefactors,” said Yurenda.

“Any time you can spend with the kids…the campers are the real teachers.”

It was the compassion from those volunteers that immediately struck Marissa and Tony Rebimbas, whose family traveled to the ranch from Flemington, New Jersey for a Winter Family Weekend in February.

“They were so kind. They immediately became like family,” Marisa said.

When they realized they’d arrived with too little of one medication for their son Bryan, the staff immediately helped his doctors get his prescription to a local pharmacy. Bryan, 15, has cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD and anxiety.

“Life for us isn’t get up and go. We’ve never been on a family vacation ever,” said Marissa, so when the volunteers greeted her the next morning, she heard something she rarely hears.

“They said go have a cup of coffee. We have Bryan.”

The volunteers had paid attention to Bryan’s food preferences and made sure chicken fingers were waiting for him the next day.

“It’s little things like that. I don’t know if people realize how special that is,” she said.

A photo of a rainbow over the camp

“We noticed we had not touched our phones the entire time we were there and we didn’t miss it.”

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Bryan’s younger sisters, Coryn, 12, and Madison, 8, made important connections that weekend, too. They met another pair of sisCampers enjoy weekend-long ters, also from New Jersey and also adventures during with an older brother. Both families the Adaptive Winter Sports Program. are hoping for the children to rePhoto by Dave Bigler turn this summer for a week-long summer camp experience.

They’ve got fingers crossed that not only do they get accepted, but can attend the same week.

The Parisi family, of Franklin, Massachusetts, were first time visitors in January, part of the Adaptive Winter Sports Program.

The whole family participated in the weekend of activities. For the Parisis, that meant Caeden, 9, and Devin, 7, both who have Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, were able to bring their parents Kirsten and Mark along.

Though all camps are free to attend, it comes with a cost of approximately $7,000 - $10,000 to operate a Weekend Family Program at the ranch.

“The boys were excited to go, but I don’t think they expected to have so much fun,” said Kirsten. “Actually, I don’t think Mark and I expected to have so much fun.”

Like the Rebimbas family, the Parisis were moved by the volunteers.

“There were two instructors each for Caeden and Devin and we never had to worry that they were not in good hands,” she said. “The boys were nervous as they have never skied before, but always wanted to. They were smiling after their first run and kept smiling the rest of the weekend after that.”

Sledding can be taxing on the boys’ legs, but a conveyor, referred to as “the magic carpet” eliminated that issue.

“I was crying with joy seeing Caeden flying down the mountain with shrieks of laughter and happiness. It was the best.”

The camp had s’mores one afternoon, a movie night for the kids and trivia night for the adults, game night and a talent show, said Kirsten. “We noticed we had not touched our phones the entire time we were there and we didn’t miss it.”

“The boys were asking to return as we were pulling out of the camp,” said Kirsten.

The Parisi family during a winter session at Double H Ranch.

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Seven-year old Nora Powers had her first camp experience last summer.

Her mother, April McCaslin, of East Syracuse, said the family was put in touch with the ranch through the Arthritis Foundation, as Nora has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.

“We were really excited when she got in,” said McCaslin, but as the trip neared, she began to get a little anxious herself.

“When I met all the counselors, I knew she was fine.”

Still, McCaslin cried on her drive home.

“I wasn’t crying because I was worried. Nora was perfectly content. This was just her first time away,” she said.

Nora called every night and her counselors continually sent photos to McCaslin, to keep her informed of Nora’s activities.

“She was having fun, but I noticed, she was wearing the same pants in every picture,” she said.

Later, she discovered, Nora chose to wear the same pants each day.

“But who cares, she had a great time,” said McCaslin.

They ended the week with a talent show, but it wasn’t the family’s last time at the ranch.

They returned for a family weekend that winter.

“She was so proud to show us around, sharing memories with us,” said McCaslin. “She says she wants to be a counselor here someday.”

Top: Eight weeks of summer camps run each summer at Double H Ranch.

Above: Campers report making lasting friendships at Double H Ranch.

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Above: Double H Ranch Photo by Dave Bigler

Left: Nora Powers, 7, had a great experience during her week at camp last summer.

“Who better to be a counselor than a former camper,” said Yurenda, noting the staff does identify campers who may make good counselors.

About a dozen or so of the current volunteers are former campers.

Camps are conducted year-round, with 60 percent of the summer participants traveling in groups. Medical staff accompany groups of more than 20 children.

The ranch maintains a staff of medical professionals and a partnership with Albany Medical Center.

“We would not exist without them,” said Yurenda.

Fall and spring programs are coordinated by ranch staff, with some outside groups helping to refer and recruit for weekend programs, such as Albany Medical Center, the Capital District Spina Bifida Association and Glens Falls Hospital Cindy’s Comfort Camp.

“There are so many moving parts,” said Yurenda. “The reality is, every piece is critical.”

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Campers will be ages 6-16 years old and medically unable to attend another camp.

Winter —The Adaptive Winter Sports Program serves children, and their families, dealing with chronic and life-threatening illnesses.

In addition to the illnesses for summer camps, the winter program accepts children on the autism spectrum and with visual Impairments.

All applicants must be approved medically before being accepted into the program.

Spring/Fall —During the spring and fall, weekends are fully booked with familybased programs, providing physical and emotional support to children and their families. With the exception of the Palliative Care Family Weekend, Hematology/Oncology Family Weekend and Mitochondrial Family Weekend, all other programs are run in collaboration with other local non-profits.

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Driving by the site for years I never realized the enormity and extent of the shop.

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tarted in 1974 by Charles R. Hayes, the first executive director, the Mountain Lake Services woodworking shop was created to allow people with disabilities to learn, and get hands on work experience making wooden crafts. Canoe paddles, webbed and caned seats, gunnels, yokes, picnic tables, woven baskets and many other locally produced wooden wares are created here by some extraordinary people.

My tour of the Mineville facility was led by Preston Mitchell, the Workshop Coordinator for Essex Industries, the vocational component of Mountain Lake Services. Their mission is “to enrich the lives of people with developmental disabilities, their families, and our communities.

Walking through the warehouse, you are surrounded by stacked lumber. White ash, black cherry and white cedar, are the big three tree species. Sawed out lumber is used for gunnels to trim canoes, construct canoe and guide boat seats and yokes, and the cherry for specialty canoes.

Lumber is purchased locally if possible, but some is purchased from Vermont and the southern tier of New York. The hardwoods from the Mohawk River Region are preferred because of the higher quality of cherry and ash that is grown in the Allegany hardwood country.

“Top of the line, quality products are the goal,” Mitchell stressed. “Only quality leaves this facility, which is required to stay competitive.”

Once you leave the storage warehouse, the hum of table saws, cross cut saws, drill presses, sanders, routers, drum sanders, and staple guns fills the air like a lumberman’s philharmonic hall. Buzzing, clicking, hammering and saw sounds abound.

The scent of cedar and fresh cut wood permeates the nostrils; the aroma of the wood workers kitchen. Wooden ingredients from a craftsman’s cook book are mixed together.

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cutting board or a beautifully stained, grain enhanced work of wooden art. From guide boat seats to items that look similar to pizza boards, items are made for specialty boat makers, bakers and cooks.

Working in a woodshop atmosphere can be a challenge and dangerous one, but at this facility, safety is the number one priority. Ear plugs, protective eyewear, masks, and other personal safety equipment are mandatory. The machinery is designed and retrofitted by skilled employees to allow the disabled to operate them in a safe manner.

Ergonomic designs are incorporated into the machinery to make the equipment safer, reduce fatigue and improve the operational ability for the on staff worker and disabled worker. In house made jigs, for repetitious work, hang from every wall.

Jigs make the work safer, faster, and efficient, so every piece is the same; standardized for the purchaser.

The first Wednesday of every month is safety briefing day.

A thorough review of all mechanical equipment, operational procedures, personal safety wear and requirements is reviewed.

Every worker has different abilities and skills. Trained

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staff and counselors work with the crews and make sure they are assigned to machines that are not beyond their ability. Everyone has a job, from sorting out wood to sawing, drilling, assembling, sanding, staining, and stacking the finished products. These folks have varying developmental disabilities and are matched with a job that fits their ability. No one is left out and no one left behind.

This is repetitious work that the workers enjoy and thrive on.

Over 50 disabled wood workers put in a 5 1/4 hour day, starting at 9 a.m. and wrapping up around 3:30 p.m. They are paid an hourly wage, or by the piece, depending on their abilities.

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Curious looks and smiles from all of the workers greet you at every step. Everyone wants to meet you and shake your hand.

They love showing you what they do, what they create and how proud they are of their crafts. From the saw room, the sanding area, the stain booth, and the assembly room, all of these proud crafters enjoy what they do.

The efficiency of this plant is amazing. There is very little waste. Every piece of wood that is cut is sized in advance to maximize utilization and eliminate loss.

Trimmed waste is not wasted or discarded. The smaller pieces of wood have a home as a smaller piece in this woodworking puzzle.

Cheese boards, canoe parts and any other small piece of custom wood product are made. What can’t be utilized is sold for kindling wood to community neighbors and campers. Even the sawdust, which is collected by large vacuum systems, (remember, safety is a priority, so air quality in the plant is vital), is sold to farmers in both New York and Vermont.

You may think this is a local small scale production facility, but finished products are sold internationally. Preston informed me that 30 percent of the products made in this Mineville facility are shipped out of country.

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England, to name just a few. They also work with nearly 300 canoe dealers nationwide supplying specialty items for canoes and guide boats. New York state purchases picnic tables for state parks and campgrounds from the facility, all made of white cedar.

The Mountain Weavers’ Fiber Arts Guild is also a component of Mountain Lake Services which is headquartered in Port Henry. At this facility, started in 2008, handmade woven basketry products are crafted.

Pam Munson, the assistant manager, gave me a quick tour of the shop on Main Street in Port Henry. Here they craft baskets of many shapes and sizes. From traditional Adirondack pack baskets to kitchen table size fruit and vegveg etable baskets, all are hand made by the folks at this studio. The baskets are hand rub stained at the Essex industries facility.

Baskets are sold at the shop or throughout the area at local products fairs and events.

The Ticonderoga Natural Foods Cooperative has recently bought baskets to use for their shoppers. This is an alternative to plastic grocery baskets, which many coops and stores are now considering. It adds the Adirondack Mountain flavor and appeal to their store. Plus, it is buying local products and supporting residents.

With cut backs in funding, some eye this as a way to reduce the budget, while some feel these workshops should be shut down; they equate them to sweat shops and labor camps. Some feel that these people are segregated from society and they should be integrated into the workforce. ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

Facilities like this provide employment opportunities for folks with developmental disabilities.

According to Lisa Sheldon, director of the facility and employment services for Mountain Lake Services, many of the trainees do not work at the 100 percent production level that private industry would require, demand and pay for. Each person is evaluated and given a job that meets their ability, and skill set. The human relations component between the workers, craftsmen and women and on staff employees and counselors is tremendous.

What I saw was an eye opener that every taxpayer should see. These disabled workers enjoy their job, are happy and productive. Working in a group brings on a family and a home atmosphere. For many of these folks, this is their life, making quality wood products, sharing time with friends and even family, while earning a wage to help them get through life. This is more than rehabilitation, it is taking care of the people that can’t fully take care of themselves.

The mission “to enrich the lives of people with developmental disabilities, their families, and our communities� is being fulfilled.

For further information, check out their websites at essexindustries.org and mountainweaversguild.com.

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n the fall of 1861, approximately five months after the Civil War began, 198 men volunteered to join the 5th New York Cavalry, Company H. This company primarily consisted of men from the town of Crown Point and counted several prominent local men among its ranks.

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One such man was James A. Penfield, son of Crown Point iron magnate, Allen Penfield. James was nearly out of reach of the draft, being 35 years old at the start of the war, and he was his father’s only surviving son.

Despite these facts, however, he felt the urge to volunteer his services to his country, and he was mustered as a second lieutenant.

It is very likely that this patriotic fire was sparked by the long-term competition that existed between the Penfields and the equally prominent Hammond family of Crown Point.

Penfield’s cousin, John Hammond, and his father led the Cavalry initiative in the town of Crown Point, even purchasing 100 Morgan horses to supply the company with mounts.

Certainly, it would benefit Penfield’s standing as a citizen and a gentleman to include himself in the movement and to do service for his country.

To begin his service, Penfield accompanied the rest of the men on their journey to Annapolis, Maryland via Whitehall, Troy, New York City, and Baltimore. There, Camp Harris was formed and Company H joined the remainder of the regiment to commence training exercises. During this time, Penfield was promoted to first lieutenant.

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lines in the vicinity and for scouting and patrolling for enemies. Nevertheless, Penfield’s company saw its share of combat as it was engaged in several skirmishes with the colorful John Mosby and his Rangers.

In January of 1863, Penfield began jotting down notes in a diary, recording such things as the weather, the names of men who served as “Officer of the Day,” and letters he sent or received. By this time, he had been promoted to the rank of captain, and had proven himself to be skilled in the use of the sabre.

As the year progressed and the conflict converged on the Gettysburg Campaign, the 5th of New York found itself chasing down the retreating Confederate army. On July 6, 1863, as the Battle of Hagerstown began,

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struggle, Penfield’s horse was shot, partially landing on him as it fell, slowing his movements as he tried to defend himself with his sabre.”

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Penfield and several other members of Company H charged on a Confederate force which was trying to seize one of their guns. The charge succeeded in allowing the artillery time to escape, but two officers were killed and Penfield and four others were captured by the enemy.

During the struggle, Penfield’s horse was shot, partially landing on him as it fell, slowing his movements as he tried to defend himself with his sabre. A Confederate soldier took advantage of this opportunity and disabled Penfield with a sabre blow to the head. Consequently, Penfield and the others were herded to the rear of the regiment, out of reach of their comrades, and bivouacked about three miles from Hagerstown for the night.

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the eleven-day journey to Richmond, Virginia where they would be quartered in Libby Prison. While the officers were treated somewhat better than the privates, they certainly did not live a posh life as prisoners of war. In his diary, Penfield keeps an account of his daily rations which were sometimes as meager as “1/2 loaf ” of bread and “2 oz. meat” for a day. In the early days of his imprisonment, he often refers to the slow healing of his wound, during which time two skull fragments worked their way to the surface.

He also mentions frequent bouts of diarrhea and chronic tiredness due to the poor food quality and uncomfortable sleeping accommodations.

As he became accustomed to life in Libby Prison, Penfield began to record the daily pattern of events. Each day was primarily centered on cooking, so Penfield would note the name of the “Cook of the Day” as well as what was served and how much food was available. As many prisoners do, he also kept track of the length of his imprisonment, measuring it weekly as Sunday after Sunday passed by. Often, his entries also included bits of news the prisoners had learned about the progress of the war as they daily hoped for Union victory and prospects of freedom.

The men did the best they could to entertain themselves, given the mundane and crowded surroundings, through exercise, reading, writing letters, and even producing a weekly newsletter known as the Libby Chronicle. Several chaplains were numbered among the prisoners, and preceding their eventual exchange, they would take turns preaching on Sundays, giving a sense of order and structure to the men’s monotonous existence.

Penfield was held in Libby Prison for almost 10 months before being transferred to Camp Oglethorpe in Macon, Georgia. Here, many more prisoners attempted to escape and many more were shot by the guards, either accidentally or intentionally, than at Libby. Despite the success of many of his comrades, it is interesting to note that Penfield himself never attempted to escape, nor did he seem to even

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contemplate it. He was a gentleman, and perhaps it was against his code to deviate from the customs and rules of war.

Following a two month stay at Camp Oglethorpe, Penfield was moved to Charleston, South Carolina where he received news of his promotion to the rank of major, albeit six months after the fact. After spending two months in Charleston, Penfield was moved yet again; this time to Columbia, South Carolina. His entries from this period indicate that he served as a “trusty.” This was usually a prisoner whom the guards could trust to obey the rules, and his main responsibility was bartering with the sulters for supplies on behalf of the prisoners.

Penfield’s final entry is dated New Year’s Day, 1865, and following this date, it must be official records that reveal his fate. Two months later, he was finally released and reported to Camp Parole, Maryland, where he spent two weeks before being granted a 30 day leave of absence. He returned to his regiment for just one day afterward and submitted his resignation due to “private affairs.” The war had basically ended by this time, and no one could contest the fact that Penfield had done his duty.

He did not return home, but moved to Boston where he worked as superintendent of Iron Works. In November of the following year, he married his second cousin, Elizabeth Woods, and two years later celebrated the birth of his only

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daughter, Annie. After his father’s death, Penfield did return to the family homestead in Crown Point during the summers, though he continued to reside mainly in Boston. James Penfield died on February 14, 1910, at the age of 84. He was commemorated by his daughter for years to come through the veterans’ dinners she hosted every Memorial Day until the last Civil War veteran in Crown Point had died.

His story has been made available to the public through the efforts of the Penfield Homestead Museum to transcribe and publish his diary, and today his sufferings and service can still be remembered as he relates them in his own words.

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Johnny Podres served as the Grand Marshall of the Moriah Labor Day Parade in 2005, the 50th anniversary of his World Series winning performance.

By Mikaela Foster

The Moriah Chamber of Commerce plans to celebrate the famous Lake Champlain monster with their annual Champ Day, set to take place this year, July 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Port Henry Public Beach and the Port Henry Marina.

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said Cathy Sprague, president, Moriah Chamber of Commerce. “Will you be the next?”

An array of activities for young and old alike are planned for the day. There will be children’s games, including an obstacle course, a hoola-hoop contest and a Champ Egg Hunt.

Sprague said they will also have a sand castle building contest throughout the day for the whole family to enjoy and compete together.

The cardboard boat building and race will start midmorning. Materials are provided.

A local band is set to perform from 12-3 p.m.

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Craft vendors will be set up for the day featuring jewelry, jellies and jams, baked goods, local area and Champ merchandise, a Sherman Free Library book sale and more.

Local artist Linda Smyth will be offering a painting class for children, where all participants will get to paint a picture of Champ on canvas.

Pictured are Aryanna Simpson, Amelia Whalen, Emily Gangi and Alexis Harter.

Labor Day Festivities: Labor Day festivities are in the works!

The celebration kicks off Saturday, Sept. 3 with the Mutton Hollow Parade at 4 p.m. Anyone interested in being in Questions? Contact the Moriah Chamber of Commerce the parade is welcome to participate- just show up at 3 p.m. at 518-250-1050 or Cathy Sprague at 546-7935. on Mutton Hollow Rd. At the Port Henry Marina: There will be a sailboat race Sprague said you can walk, wear your costume, bring your with the first race slated to start at 10 a.m. If anyone is interested in participating, call the Port Henry Marina at 547- kids and even build a float.

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Out About: Moriah Watch for Van Slooten’s Parade of Lights on the water.

Sprague said “it’s gorgeous”.

Sunday, Sept. 4: Starting at 10 a.m., there will be vendors, kids games, food, family fun activities and don’t miss out on seeing Penelope the Clown.

At 1 p.m. the parade is set to kick off on Broad and Main St. in Port Henry. Line up for the parade at noon, everybody is welcome to participate in the parade.

Stick around after the parade to listen to a performance

by Norwood Fireman’s Brass Band.

For more information, call the Moriah chamber.

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Benedict Arnold’s mansion, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pa. Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress

By Karen A. Stites

The well known disgraced general left his mark all over the North Country ever has a name evoked such a reputation for villainy and high treason as that of Benedict Arnold. Although rightfully remembered as the nation’s most infamous traitor, Arnold’s brave accomplishments as a general in the American Revolution also made him one of the greatest heroes in American history. From Ticonderoga to Valcour Bay on Lake Champlain, from Whitehall to Saratoga in the southern Adirondacks,

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Arnold’s life story reveals many contradictions and downright curiosities that offer a more balanced perspective of his legacy. Among the curious details of his life, the patriot won astonishing victories over the British enemy, but then married a Tory spy. Befriended by none other than General George Washington, Arnold nevertheless betrayed him

and sold plans for Washington’s capture by the British. Had the plot proved successful, it most likely meant the end of the struggle for independence for which Arnold had valiantly fought. It is curious indeed that he founded the birthplace of the American Navy in the foothills of the Adirondack mountains, hundreds of miles from the sea.

How was it that his troops pledged their lasting allegiance when he led a ragtag

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Benedict Arnold’s troops work their way through the Maine wilderness on their way to Canada. Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress

army through the Maine wilderness on an ill-fated expedition to capture Quebec city, despite freezing and starving, and ultimately defeat? Even his very name is a curiosity, for his parents named him for a dead older brother. But perhaps the most curious of all is found on the Saratoga Battlefield National Park – the only tribute to Arnold’s heroism in the United States is a statue, not of the man, but of his leg and boot.

Born in 1741 in Norwich, Connecticut to a seafaring family, Arnold was the second son of Benedict Arnold IV. When Arnold’s parents lost their first son in infancy, Benedict Arnold V, they simply gave that name to the second male child a few years later. Arnold’s father moved the family to New Haven where he enjoyed a lucrative career as a ship’s captain in transatlantic trade. The family lived in comfort and as respected citizens. Young

Arnold learned to sail, planning to one day command his own trading fleet.

Benedict’s world changed at 17 when tragedy struck the family with his mother’s unexpected death. The senior Arnold, already given to bouts of excessive drinking, never recovered from his grief. The drinking escalated to regular scenes of public intoxication. The once proud Captain Arnold descended to the shameful rank of town drunk. The family lost everything. Benedict Arnold never got over the humiliation of losing status and wealth, and this seems to have driven his later desire for recognition and success.

A few years later, Arnold joined the New Haven militia and fought alongside the Minutemen at the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775 at the start of the hostilities with the British.

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first fame on the shores of Lake Champlain.

On the misty early morning of May 10, Arnold stood side-by-side with the infamous General Ethan Allen of the Green Mountain Boys to demand the British surrender of Fort Ticonderoga. Arnold, now a colonel with a commission from Massachusetts, argued with Allen over who would lead the attack. Allen refused to relinquish his command. Arnold had the orders to command, but Allen had the men. The Green Mountain Boys settled the matter by simply refusing to follow Arnold rather than their much-loved leader. They finally agreed to share the command. Together they led their small force through the fort’s great iron gates, past the sleeping guards, and marched straight to the commander’s quarters.

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credibly bold attempt on the venerable fortress. The British commander, still dressed in his night clothes and with his troops asleep in their barracks, surrendered on the spot. The stuff of legends, Arnold and Allen captured the fort without firing a shot. Fort Ticonderoga, built by the French in 1755 during the French and Indian War, with its strategic location on the southern end of Lake Champlain, meant a huge victory for the colonials.

Arnold’s star began to rise.

He sought and won orders to command a campaign on the illustrious fortress at Quebec (now Quebec City) in the winter of 1775. His men trekked through hundreds of miles in the Maine woods, mostly by foot through the snow, pulling sleds of provisions and ammunition, and nearly starving. On the last day of December, they launched an attack on the well-guarded and prepared fort.

Although they fought bravely, the British defeated the outnumbered Americans. Arnold, badly wounded in his left

leg, ordered their retreat back to Lake Champlain. The Americans gave up the campaign on Canada and focused on defending the North Country from a British naval invasion.

In June 1776, the Continental Congress issued an order to now Brigadier General Arnold to ensure the American position for the northern theatre of war as “indisputably masters of the lakes Champlain and George.” Arnold responded with his typical zeal.

At Skenesborough (present-day Whitehall, New York) Arnold set up camp to build the nation’s first battle fleet. Fellow patriot, Philip Skene, had established a trading post on the site with sawmills and an iron foundry with close access to the tall white oaks preferred for sailing vessels. In just two months’ time, Arnold achieved the nearly impossible.

By summer’s end, Arnold’s small force had constructed the first navy for the Continental Army and the American effort for independence. The fleet con-

sisted of eight 54-foot gondolas and four 72-foot galley ships. He also had undertaken the difficult task of turning the local farmers into sailors.

Arnold sailed his fleet north on Lake Champlain to Valcour Bay near Plattsburgh to face a superior British fleet of 25 larger, well-armed ships with experienced sailors. The first naval battle of the Revolutionary War began on October 11, 1776, with Arnold in command. By day’s end, both sides had suffered heavy losses and Arnold lost one of the galley ships, the Royal Savage, but the British fleet out-maneuvered the Americans and surrounded the smaller fleet. In what can only be described as incredible bravado, Arnold planned their escape while the British celebrated their victory. He waited until nightfall, then quietly snuck away with his surviving vessels and sailed south to safety. The British woke expecting the surrender of the Americans, only continued on page 134

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Montgomery’s troops ready themselves in Crown Point for the invasion of Canada. Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress

to discover their escape! In hot pursuit for two days, the British finally overtook Arnold’s fleet near present-day Ferrisburgh, Vermont. (Today the site is known as Arnold’s Bay by Basin Harbor.) Arnold ordered the remaining fleet scuttled – burned and sunk – and escaped again with his men to the American-held post at Crown Point.

The British decided to fall back to St. John’s, Quebec to their post on the northern tip of Lake Champlain rather than continuing their planned invasion on the North Country and south to New York City via the Hudson River.

While not a victory, Arnold’s wit and determination thwarted the British plans for another year, giving the Americans much-needed time to regroup and fortify. Dr. John W. Krueger, City Historian for Plattsburgh, sums up the value of

Arnold’s actions at Valcour: “Nearly two hundred forty years ago, the Americans who fought on Lake Champlain under the leadership of Benedict Arnold made a critical contribution to the preservation of the freedom we cherish today.”

However, rumors spread that in his haste to escape, Arnold left injured men behind to die onboard in flames. Those rumors, which persist to this day, and spread by his jealous enemies may account in part for what happened next and for which Arnold took as a great injustice. Expecting a promotion, instead the Continental Congress passed him over in favor of less accomplished junior officers. Outraged by the slight, Arnold threatened to resign.

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vasion. Washington invited Arnold to serve under him in New Jersey. While under his command, Washington enjoyed Arnold’s company and discussing military strategy over pints of ale.

Washington then interceded with Congress to grant Arnold the welldeserved promotion to major general.

American’s greatest victory of the Revolution at that point lay ahead the following year at Saratoga. Throughout the late summer and early fall of 1777, British General John Burgoyne (known as “Gentleman Johnny” for his lavish lifestyle while on the campaign) had waged a petty war along the Mohawk and Hudson River valleys. Washington sent Arnold to serve as second in command to General Horatio Gates to stop the British incursion.

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near Bennington, Vermont in Septem September and next at Saratoga on October 7.

Just before the great battle, Arnold quarreled with Gates over strategy. Angered by what he took as Arnold’s insubordination, Gates relieved him of command and ordered him confined to his quarters with no part in the impending action. Not to be dismissed, when the battle started Arnold disobeyed orders, took command of his men and brilliantly broke the enemy’s lines in the face of tremendous fire. By the end of the day, the British surrendered largely due to Arnold’s fearlessness.

Gates was furious with him for arrogantly disobeying orders, but Washington was amused and proud of his protégé. During the battle, Arnold suffered a serious wound in his thigh, the second injury to his left leg that left him with a noticeable limp for the nclmagazine.com

rest of his life. Washington sent him to Philadelphia to recover. That decision would prove ill-fated for them both.

While serving as military commander of Philadelphia, Arnold met Peggy Shippen, the belle of the town. Young, beautiful, and half his age, Peggy was the daughter of a wealthy family. However, the family was also suspected of siding with the British (about a third of the colonists were loyal to the Crown during the Revolution.) While the family claimed neutrality, they had entertained British officers in their home. However, the Shippen family’s social prominence and wealth offered Arnold the prestige he so sought to reclaim since his father’s downfall to disgrace. They wed in April 1779, Peggy just 18-years-old to Arnold’s 38 years.

Peggy had already introduced Arnold to British Major John André, whom she may have had a brief courtship with and who reportedly gave her a lock of his hair which she wore in a locket. When Arnold’s detractors accused him of abusing his powers as commander of the city, he demanded an inquiry to clear the allegations and repair his reputation. A revealing letter to General Washington expressed his growing resentment toward Congress and his perceived enemies in his own ranks: “Having made every sacrifice of fortune and blood, and become a cripple in the service of my country, I little expected to meet the ungrateful returns I have received from my countrymen.”

Shortly after, Peggy encouraged Arnold to meet with the British officer André about joining the enemy’s side.

The British wanted Arnold for his military intelligence on the Americans, for his tenacity, and especially for the humiliating effect such a desertion as the hero of Saratoga would have on Washington and the Continental Army.

André most likely initiated the ensuing secret correspondence between Arnold and Sir Henry Clinton, commander-in-chief of the British northern campaign. However, many histo-

rians have blamed Peggy, and there is little doubt she was part of the conspiracy. Some of the coded messages were in her hand writing. Clinton promised Arnold a commission as brigadier general, along with generous compensation for turning sides (about £6,000 compared to Arnold’s annual salary of $900) and a lifetime pension.

In August 1780, Arnold asked Washington to appoint him commander of the fort at West Point on the Hudson River. Washington obliged his request without hesitation, never suspecting Arnold’s coming betrayal. Arnold took command of the post, the only fort between the British who held New York City and Fort Ticonderoga at the headwaters of the North Country. Arnold set out to launch his plot to make way for the British to capture both West Point and General Washington in one swoop. He lessened the guard, drew plans of the fortress, copied maps and strategic plans, and secretly prepared for the fort’s capture. What’s more, he invited Washington to visit him on the appointed day.

Under cover of darkness, on September 21, 1780, Arnold met the spy André outside the fort with the copied plans for Sir Clinton. On his way back to meet up with the British, the Americans intercepted André and discovered the treasonous plot. Arnold received word of André’s capture and managed to escape to a British ship waiting for him on the Hudson. He escaped just a few hours before Washington arrived, leaving Peggy temporarily behind who claimed to have no knowledge of her husband’s plans. Informed of the terrible news of his friend-turned-traitor, Washington’s initial rage turned to dismay: “Whom can we trust now?”

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the British enemy. However, his fellow officers never trusted him, not so much for being a traitor, but because they viewed him as a deserter. Eventually he and Peggy made their way to London, where they lived a modest life. Arnold never took command again, although he continued to hold a commission in the British army. Maybe the final irony is that Arnold never found the prestige and recognition he sought that motivated his treason in the first place. Largely ignored by both the British military and London society, his physical and mental health declined until his death in 1801. Arnold was buried near London in St. Mary’s Church, Battersea, England.

An American donor commissioned a commemorative stained-glass window in 1976 to honor Arnold’s tremendous contributions to the American war for independence.

Then there is the curious story about Boot Monument at the Saratoga Battle-

field National Park, the only war commemoration for Arnold in the United States. Erected in 1887 by a veteran officer of the Civil War, the statue depicts only Arnold’s boot and his wounded leg on the spot where he suffered the crippling shot. His name is not on the statue, but the inscription leaves no doubt it is his tribute: In memory of the “most brilliant soldier” of the Continental Army who was desperately wounded on this spot the sally port of BORGOYNES [sic] GREAT WESTERN REDOUBT 7th October, 1777 winning for his countrymen the decisive battle of the American Revolution and for himself the rank of Major General.”

Finally, to scholars of American history, perhaps it is another curious fact that Benedict Arnold’s correspondence and personal papers came to reside in that most patriotic of American cities during the Revolution – Boston – and in the library of one of the most

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venerable of American institutions of higher learning – Harvard University.

Park Ranger Megan Stevens at the Saratoga National Historical Park reminds us that while “no one in American history has been as vilified for his treason as Benedict Arnold, “Boot Monument” is dedicated to this man who, during the war’s first years, had “Zeal for the Cause of my Country.”

Despite the notorious reputation attached to his name, it is also undeniable that Arnold contributed tremendously to the eventual victory of the American war for independence.

Karen Stites is a freelance writer with a passion for the history of Lake Champlain and the North County, which she now calls home. Stites enjoyed a rewarding career as a grant writer and college library paraprofessional, notably for the University of Vermont and the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

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Larry Barry took a swing at his ball on a challenging hole at Craig Wood Golf Club, and his fellow golfer Brad Griffin watched it sail towards the pin, with silhouettes of high peaks in the distance.

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“Without question, this is one of most beautiful golf courses golfers will ever play,” Griffin said, noting that snow traditionally persists for months after the course opens beside the course’s manicured fairways. “Whatever hole you are playing, you are always looking at some mountain or another.”

Griffin and Barry, both local residents, are two of the top tournament

winners at Craig Wood Golf Club, setting course records for decades.

Although they’ve played the course routinely over so many years, they’ve returned hundreds of times — and they don’t tire of it.

It’s not just the stunning views and pristine woods surrounding the course that bring Barry and Griffin back time after time.

Craig Wood in 1941 after winning the Masters

Above & below: Craig Wood teeing off

They enjoy the challenge of the course, which has undulating, sloped fairways, drop-offs just past many of the greens, and plenty of bunkers strategically situated by famed course designer Seymour Dunn of Scotland when he designed the course in the early 1920s.

The terrain’s challenging aspects are reflected in course records. For 50 years,

only one winner of its annual championship shot below 141, or 3 under par.

But overshadowing these aspects for many present-day visitors is the course’s connection to the history of golf.

The course was re-christened in 1954 to honor legendary Lake Placid golfer Craig Wood, who was one of the very best at the sport in the 1930s and 1940s.

During his career, Craig Wood — known as the “Blond Bomber” for his movie-star looks and long record-setting drives — won 21 PGA Tour titles including two major championships.

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Since then, only golfing legends Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth have matched the feat.

Craig Wood achieved this feat at age 39 during his first year of winning a major tournament.

This summer, The Craig Wood Golf Club will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of its namesake’s historic accomplishment in 1941, likely at this year’s 56th edition of the Craig Wood Invitational Tournament. This tourney, held annually on the weekend after Labor Day, welcomes amateurs of all skill level.

People visiting the course this year may have the good fortune of playing golf alongside 101-years-young Lucille Randall, who’s been playing the sport for 66 years. Her late husband, Ray Randall, was best friends with Craig Wood.

Lucille, who since 1997 has presented the Ray Randall trophy at the course’s Craig Wood Invitational, is renowned as an expert putter, although her drives are routinely shorter than 150 yards.

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get out on the course,” said resident golf pro Jeff Estes.

Local golfers say Lucille acquired her skills playing with her husband on his trips internationally while he was on tour.

Having played on dozens of courses all over the world, she’s said that the Craig Wood Golf Club is her favorite course of all.

The course’s rich history is balanced off with its recent updates. Several years ago, the course’s clubhouse underwent a major restoration, with many enhancements to its clubhouse and bar.

Joe and Colleen Warren at the Cascade Inn nearby prepare their clubhouse’s savory meals which Griffin said features “the best food in town.”

These aspects aren’t the only drawing cards of the Craig Wood Golf Club — there’s also its proximity to other attractions. Not only does Lake Placid host the intriguing shops and boutiques in nearby downtown Lake Placid — the site of the 1980 Olympics — but there are three other renowned courses nearby, 90 holes in total.

Griffin noted that Lake Placid was originally developed as a summer resort long before air conditioning was invented. Since the early 1900s, wealthy families

from all over the U.S. would flock to Lake Placid, he said, to escape the heat.

Local author and area golf pro J. Peter Martin — who wrote the authoritative book on Craig Wood — said that this annual summer migration prompted the development of seven courses.

“Golf was the fashionable sport for the wealthy, so Lake Placid courses hosted a beehive of activity,” he said, noting that some of the greatest golfers and teachers of the sport have played on the area venues.

It was in this environment that Craig Wood, son of a timber foreman, learned to play golf after acquiring his strength from chopping wood as a youth, Martin said.

“Craig was a solid guy, he worked in the woods, and his father taught him to maintain his balance swinging his axe — it probably served him well in golf,” he said.

Martin’s book, “Craig Wood - Native Son of Lake Placid” describes the life and accomplishments of the large-framed man who was elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2008.

Wood’s fame, however, is due to not only his remarkable success, but also for his setbacks, which include being the first player ever to lose all four major champi-

onships in extra holes.

He became famous overnight in 1935 when his three-point lead in the 1935 Augusta National Invitational (later renamed The Masters) was erased by one of the most sensational shots in golf history — Gene Sarazen’s double-eagle on Augusta’s par-5, 15th hole.

Despite such adversity, Craig’s recordsetting accomplishments followed in subsequent years — demonstrating how his spirit, professionalism and confidence could not be undermined.

Although the Craig Wood Golf Club possesses such a notable legacy — reflected in displays of artifacts and photos of the Blonde Bomber — the municipallyowned course features a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

The club’s informal “Morning Group” playing the course on every summer weekend routinely hosts 12-25 golfers — from local enthusiasts to vacationers.

Players of all skill levels are welcome. Assigning golfers to teams alphabetically by last name — and by scoring only the best two balls shot on the last four holes — results in all teams getting a shot at winning, Griffin said.

“It’s always a very collegial group of people. We have a lot of fun,” Griffin said.

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With summer dance classes, ballroom dancing for adults, Mohawk artists’ exhibits, painting and photography exhibits, music workshops and even a youth science lab, the Tahawus Center has definitely fulfilled its promise to reach for the sky.

The Tahawus Center Reaching for the sky

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bit of Greenwich Village has found its way to the North Country, and it’s right on Main Street in Ausable Forks.

The Tahawus Center is bringing life to what used to be an eye-sore, the slowly crumbling former Masonic Lodge next to the Ausable River. For years it was little more than a nesting place for pigeons and mice, but Rebecca Kelly and Craig Brashear saw in it a seed, and fertile soil in the North Country.

Tahawus is a Mohawk word which means Cloudsplitter, and to Kelly and Brashear the word means the sky is the limit…reach for the sky. The pair acquired the building in 2009 through their nonprofit, The Appleby Foundation, and began a floor by floor, room by room refurbishment of the space which

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Summer Science Lab students Anson Mulvey and Chandler Perry build structures to withstand a fall from a great height

Mohawk artist group

Rebecca Kelly and Craig Brashear, proprietors of the Tahawus Center

continues today. While one room is being refurbished, another in the building might be abuzz with activity.

While the space in Ausable Forks was new to the pair, they had been coming to the North Country for years with their dance company, the Rebecca Kelly Ballet. Though they had been bringing their art, and dance instruction to this area, they had no “home base” to keep coming back to. That would change with the purchase of the Tahawus Center.

“The idea was to make the building come back as an artistic hub, a place for ideas with room to move,” said Kelly.

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cane Irene in 2011 that totally destroyed the building’s furnace and left a high water mark high in the building’s basement, the project started to come together. But the dream continues to grow.

“We see big spaces where we can run and leap.

The bones of the building are really great.”

After opening in early 2011 the building has been the home of much running, leaping, and art.

With summer dance classes, ballroom dancing for adults, Mohawk artists’ exhibits, painting and photography exhibits, music workshops and even a youth science lab, the Tahawus Center has definitely fulfilled its promise to reach for the sky.

Summer 2016 will be their busiest year yet. In mid-June Tahawus Gallery will host works from Rockwell Kent’s illustrated version of “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare,” an exhibit of 40 prints from one of the original boxed sets of the ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

This summer Tahawus Music in the Gallery hosts cellist Abby Newton and her band Celtic Crossing, Aug. 7 & 8.

Rebecca Kelly with ballet student Lillian Tuller-Uss

Why Not Blue played at a North Country Ballet Ensemble event at Tahawus

Summer Science Lab for Youth - supported by Casella Waste Systems (student with laser is Anson Mulvey) “Physics is Fun”

Complete Works. This exhibit, curated by noted Kent collector Ralf Nemec, celebrates the birthday anniversary of Kent, and the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. Dance classes will return on Tuesdays and Thursdays in late June, with ballroom dancing starting around the same time. July brings the youth science lab back to Tahawus, and “Celtic Crossing” music workshop in August.

Readings and various symposia are also in the works, and they along with other projects will be announced in days to come on their website, www.

Tahawuscenter.org.

But Kelly is quick to mention the support and assistance they have received from local individuals and businesses.

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Rebecca Kelly points to the high water mark following Hurricane Irene in 2011

and our business neighbors, especially as we develop new programs like the Au Sable Forks Film cultural film series, the Adirondack Plein Air workshop, and new programs for youth. This kind of support has been essential to our growth and success.”

She credits local businesses like Casella Waste Systems, Ausable Family Dental, Stewarts Shops and Community Bank for their support of specific programs at Tahawus.

While they are actively searching for a client for their ground floor retail space right on Main Street, they are pressing ahead with their programs for the summer.

So if you sense a curious vibe in the air around the big building by the river, it’s the spirit of Tahawus alive and well, and reaching for the sky.

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PLATTSBURGH — The Jonathan Cron Art Exhibit Opening and Reception takes place at the 30 City Community and Visitors Center, from 5 to 8 p.m. Come meet local artist Jonathan Cron and view his beautiful photography which will be on display in the 30City Gallery @ TCWC throughout the month of July. Light refreshments provided. For more information, call 564-0064, email champlainwinecompany@gmail.com, or visit champlainwinecompany.com.

LAKE GEORGE — The New York Players will perform for the Fridays at the Lake at Shepard Park at 4 p.m. as part of the Fridays at the Lake Concert Series. Evenings will feature a craft beer & wine garden, a food caterer, and kids’ activities! Enjoy the beach, swimming, and the playground. This venue is family- and dog-friendly.

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POTTERSVILLE — The Word of Life’s Free Family Fun Night and Rodeo will be held at Word of Life Ranch from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy free Horse rides, bounce houses, Face painting, our Fort playground or venture into our General Store all while listening to live music.

With all that running around you may want to get your seat for the Rodeo but before doing so, pick up one of our Famous Rodeo Burgers! Now take your seat and get ready for the Word of Life Ranch Rodeo! Watch as teams compete in events such as Pony Express Relay, Barrel Racin, Bull Doggin, Team Pennin, 3-man pickup, pole bendin, goat tyin, steer ridin and much more! Free admission. For more information, call 494-4723.

BOLTON LANDING — The Lutoslawski String Quartet will perform at The Sembrich Museum at 7:30 p.m. The Sembrich is pleased to host the Lutoslawski Quartet for this final performance of its 2016 U.S. tour.

Repertoire for the evening to be announced. Admission $35.

For more information, call 644-9839.

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Artists Guild Gallery presents Ceramic Artist Mary Lou Reid. The Gallery will host a reception for Mary Lou from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, visit adirondackartist-

The popular Long Lake Bed Races will return on Monday, July 4th beginning at the Long Lake Town Beach at 2 p.m.

Pre-registration is required by calling 624-3077.

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sguild.com or call 891-2615. The public is welcome.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series will present the Friday, Faculty Chamber Music Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Friday, July 1 and Saturday, July 2

LAKE PLACID — The Northwoods Hotel will present Gina Sicillia at 9 p.m.

Friday, July 1 through Sunday, July 3

WHITEHALL — Summer Maddness will be held at Metowee Off Road Extreme Park.Gates open for Summer Madness Friday, at 8 a.m., and close Sunday at 5 p.m. All types of vehicles and vendors are welcome. The admission fee is $25 per day for vehicle and driver and $10 for passengers or spectators. Ages six and under free. Camping is available for $10 per night per person, and campers will be assigned a numbered campsite. There is limited parking at the park, consider car pooling if possible. For more information, call 708-4337.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Phish comes to the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

Details: spac.org/events.

WESTPORT — The Depot Theatre presents SHOUT! Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday 3 p.m., and Saturday 3 and 8 p.m. SHOUT! was co-created by Phillip George and David Lowenstein. It is sponsored by The Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation.

SHOUT! travels in time from 1960 to 1970 chronicling the dawning liberation of women. With its heart on its sleeve (and its tongue planted firmly in its cheek), SHOUT! features terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as To Sir With Love, Downtown, Son of a Preacher Man & Goldfinger.

For more information, call 962-4449 or visit depottheatre.org/tickets.

Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 4

TICONDEROGA — The Best 4th In The North Celebration will be held throughout Ticonderoga this weekend.

Don’t miss the Best 4th in The ‘North’ Ticonderoga’s ever popular town-wide

Independence Day celebration. The celebration draws visitors from near and far and includes events all week including a parade, annual Bed Races, live music, stunning Adirondack fireworks and so much more. The theme for the 2016 parade and celebration is “Hometown Pride – Think Local.” For more information, call 585-6619.

Friday, July 1 through Sunday, July 31

ESSEX — The Adirondack Art Association is excited to announce the August Art Exhibit that features Ann Pember’s emotive watercolor paintings will be featured in the July Art Exhibit at the Yellow House on Lake Champlain, 2754 Essex Rd. Pember’s accomplishments include being presented in more than 245 national juried exhibitions and her paintings have won more than 60 awards.

Her work has been featured in more than 40 books and publications, including 6 of the popular Splash books

by North Light Books. The opening reception for the July Art Exhibit is July 1 from 5 to 7 p.m.

All programing including art exhibits, art classes, and special events can be found on the AAA website at adirondackartassociation.com. Memberships at multiple levels are available to help support this programing. For information please email info@adirondackartassociation.com.

Tuesday, July 1 through Saturday, Aug. 27

GLENS FALLS — The Saunders Gallery presents “Adirondack Summer” Juried Regional from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

This is inspired by the uniqueness of the Adirondacks; its cities, sites, lakes, recreation and natural resources. This art show and sale is intended for our summer residents and guest visitors.

For more information, call 793-9350.

Saturday, July 2

NEWCOMB — The Lions Club annual chicken barbecue will be held at the Newcomb Town Beach. The Newcomb Lions Club sponsors a chicken barbecue that quickly sells out and is attended by residents, families, relatives from near and far — it has a history of great reunions, live music, beach fun, picnic style and fireworks at the Overlook at dusk. Details: discovernewcomb.com.

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BOLTON LANDING — The Bolton Landing Emergency Squad Craft Arts & Craft Festival will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature 3040 craft vendors. Free admission. For more information, call 644-3831.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

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Sunday, July 3 and Monday, July 4

SARANAC LAKE — The Hotel Northwoods presents BAT at 9 p.m.

Monday, July 4

LAKE PLACID — The 4th of July Celebration takes place all day. Anyone and everyone is invited to participate in Lake Placid’s annual July 4th Independence Day celebration. There will be a live MC in front of Select Sotheby’s International Realty and at Mid’s Park, both on Main Street.

Activities all afternoon in Mid’s Park courtesy of WSLP FM 93.3, your host radio station for the fireworks.

There will be an I Love BBQ and Music Festival at Skating Oval on Main Street all day.

The parade begins at 5 p.m. along Main Street. The line up is on Cummins Road in front of the Olympic Center. Parade beginning at 5 p.m. and turns left onto Main St. and ends at High Peaks Resort.

At 7 p.m., The Lake Placid Sinfonietta free concert in Mid’s Park: A Summer Music Festival Concert Champlain National Bank’s Festive Fourth - Enjoy a celebration of patriotic music lakeside after the July 4th parade and before the fireworks.

Set the Night to Music Fireworks Extravaganza at 9:30 p.m. over Mirror Lake - tune in to 93.3 FM to listen to the soundtrack or live stream at wslpfm.com.

LAKE GEORGE — Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks at Shepards Park beginning at 9:30 p.m.

The village of Lake George puts on a July 4th fireworks display that can be viewed all along the waterfront. Time is approximate. Free. They will go off immediately following sundown.

Lake George also has fireworks at dusk every Thursday during the summer months of July and August. For more information, call 668-5755.

LONG LAKE — The annual 4th of July Celebration will be held at various locations throughout Long Lake.

This is an all day event. Activities include the annual 4th of July Games, Bed Race, live music, face painting and fireworks! For more information, call 624-3077.

LONG LAKE — The annual Long Lake Bed Races will be held the Long Lake Town Beach at 2 p.m. Find an old bed, decorate it, then hop on and race to the finish line! Prizes awarded for fastest bed and “Best in Show”. There is a $10 bed entry fee and cash prizes will be awarded. Must wear sneakers.

Five people per team, 16 and UP. Preregistration required. Call 518-6243077 to register and request a set of

rules.

BOLTON LANDING — The Fourth of July Celebration will be held at Rogers Memorial Park starting at 7 p.m.

Come out for music, face painting, and entertainment. The fireworks will begin at dusk. Free admission. For more information, call 644-3831.

SCHROON — The Fourth of July Celebration will be held at locations throughout Schroon Lake. There will be basket raffles, arts and craft sale, bounce-arounds, food tents, chicken barbecue, live music, fireworks and more. For more information, call 5327675.

TICONDEROGA — The 30th annual Montcalm Mile will start at the old Wicker Ford Building at 1:30 p.m.

The race is part of the Ticonderoga Best 4th in the North Celebration. For more information, call 585-6619.

Tuesday, July 5

WILLSBORO — Going into our 6th year, Toto’s at the Willsborough Bowling Center hosts Open Mic Tuesday, every Tuesday from 7 p.m. till closing.

Come see the eclectic blend of talent and culture. For more information call 518-572-3026.

LAKE GEORGE REGION — The Lake George Land Conservancy HikeA-Thon will be held at 14 different locations throughout the Lake George Region. Now in its fourth year, the Hike-A-Thon will be bigger than ever, with an estimated 600 people of all ages and backgrounds who hike or paddle simultaneously at 14 locations around Lake George (three new sites for 2016!), culminating with aerial photography of each group by helicopter. Aerial photographs are taken by renowned photographer Carl Heilman, II, from a helicopter piloted

by Bruce Mowery of North Country Heliflite. For more information, call 644-9673 for details, registration and locations.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Journey and The Doobie Brothers will perform at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, at 7 p.m. Details: spac.org/ events.

Tuesday, July 5 through Thursday, July 21

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Theater Festival will include the PB&J Cafe-Stuart Little will be held at the Charles R. Wood Theater at noon. It’s about time kids get to have the same amount of fun in a theater that adults do! A revolutionary idea, the PB&J Café will give young theatre-goers the opportunity to order a meal from the cast of characters, participate in an art activity, dine during the live theatre performance, and come home with autographs from their favorite actors.

For more information, call 480-4878.

Wednesday, July 6

TUPPER LAKE — The Tupper Lake Warrior Run is a challenging 3.5 mile obstacle race up the demand-

ing mountain terrain of Big Tupper Ski Area. Participants will challenge their physical and mental strength as they run, climb and crawl their way to being “crowned” a warrior. Following the race, runners and spectators can enjoy an afternoon of live music as they relive the harrowing experience over a cold beer and a plate of grub... don’t forget to bring a change of clothes (trust us, there’s no escaping the mud!) For more information visit tupperlake.com/warriorrun.

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 10 a.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special. Learn about Lake George ecology, geologic history, animals, lake protection efforts and more. LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcome you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger. For details and reservations, call 668-3558.

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Theater Festival presents Thirty Day Mourning Period at the Charles R. Wood Theater at 7:30 p.m. The Office meets Game of Thrones in this new hysterical new comedy about the conquering of corporate culture. For more information, call 480-4878.

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Arts Project Free Concert Series: Driftwood will perform at Shepards Park at 7:30 p.m. Event is held rain or shine. Free admission. For more information, call 668-2616.

BOLTON LANDING — Listen to Vocalism and Violinistics: Astounding Parallel Lines in the Life of Marcella Sembrich at The Sembrich Museum at 7:30 p.m. Esteemed Wall Street Journal writer and musicologist Barrymore Laurence Scherer ponders the violin and its influence upon Sembrich’s singing. Admission $15.

For more information, call 644-9839.

BOLTON LANDING — Lake George Land Conservancy Wildlife Wednesday will be held at the Lake George Land Conservancy Center at 5:30 p.m. Why are wolves called “keystone predators?” How do wolves patrol and defend their territories, and what exactly is a wolf “pack”?

Where do dogs come from, why do they display the behavior that they do, and why did we end up with dogs as “man’s best friend.” Space is limited. Registration is strongly recommended to save your seat! For more information, call 644-9673.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

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Sunday, July 3

HAGUE — The Hague Independence Day Celebration will be held at the Town of Hague Beach. Music starts at 6 p.m., fireworks at dusk. For more information, call 543-6161.

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RAQUETTE LAKE — The Raquette Lake Strawberry Festival will be held at the Raquette Lake Fire Hall beginning at 11 a.m. Enjoy some delicious strawberry shortcake, get free area events information, and reconnect with summer friends. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Raquette Lake Fire Department. For more information, call 624-3077.

MINERVA — Celebrate with the Fourth of July fireworks over Minerva Lake. Community potluck dinner and live music before the display. For more information, call 251-2612.

INDIAN LAKE — A kid’s fishing derby will be held at Byron Park from 8 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. The kid’s fishing derby encourages children to become involved in fishing and the outdoors.

This is a catch-and-release event that promotes sportsmanship and conservation. The derby is free to all children (ages 15 and younger) and their parents. All participants are provided with a free lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs and a beverage. Prizes are distributed throughout the day and every child leaves with at least one prize. For more information, call 648-5112.

INDIAN LAKE — A chicken barbecue will be held at the Indian Lake Firehall starting at 4 p.m. until food is sold out. Dinner includes chicken, cole slaw, corn on the cob, roll and beverage. For information, call 6243077.

INDIAN LAKE — The Indian Lake Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks are here. The parade will start at 7 p.m. The parade route goes from the town hall to Byron Park and will feature civic organizations, floats, old cars, tractors plus much more.

Byron Park festivities will start at approximately 6 p.m. Bring a chair and enjoy the fireworks display over Adirondack Lake. Fireworks will start at dusk (approximately 9:30 p.m.). For more information, call Vonnie Little at 648-5828 or indianlakeea@frontiernet.net.

ESSEX — Essex Days will commemorate the Fourth of July along with Willsboro at different events all day. For a schedule of events, call 9634287.

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Wednesday, July 6 and Thursday, July 7

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Festival Arts Trek 2016 presents Bubblemania at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus at 10:15 a.m.

BubbleMania (Casey Carle) will deliver a unique scientific performance that uses bubbles as an entertaining way for children to learn how bubbles form, why they’re spherical, how to make a cube bubble and the science of bubble bursting. Each topic relates to the physical laws of the natural world. Free admission. For more information, call 585-6619.

Wednesday, July 6 through Friday, Aug. 12

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Heritage Museum Children’s Workshops will be held at the Ticonderoga Heritage Museum every Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. Free admission. For more information, call 585-2696

Thursday, July 7

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Community Band will perform at Shepards Park at 8 p.m. Stay after the show and enjoy the fireworks. Free admission. For more information, call 668-5755.

POTTERSVILLE — Illusionist Bryan Drake will perform at Word of Life Bible Institute at 7:30 p.m. Using mentalism and illusion, Brian Drake gets inside of your head. Along with

his wife, Karla, Bryan blows minds all over the world. Join us for a night that will leave you wondering how he did that with a message about Christ to go along with the performance.

Admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased at wolcamps.eventbrite.com.

For more information, call 494-4723.

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters will hold Thursday Night Kayak Tours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Are you looking for someone to get out on the water with? Look no further! Every week while we explore some of our favorite place to paddle. Need a boat? $20/person.. Have your own? $5/ person. All trips meet at our shop and reservations are required by calling 518-891-7450.

SARANAC LAKE — Party on the Patio continues with West End Blend at 6 p.m. West End Blend boasts a four-piece horn section, two guitars, bass, keyboards and drums packing the group onto stages every night.

From humble beginnings in an epic basement funk dance party, The Blend’s goal has always been to bring a party atmosphere to every show and venue.

This free show is recommended for ages 21 and older. For more information, call 354-5441.

Thursday, July 7 through Sunday, July 10

WESTPORT — The Depot Theatre presents SHOUT! Thursday, 5 p.m.

The Tupper Lake Woodsmen’s Days — the weekend-long celebration that celebrates the region’s storied history of logging and woodworking — takes place Saturday, July 9 and Sunday, July 10.

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Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 5 p.m.

SHOUT! was co-created by Phillip George and David Lowenstein. It is sponsored by The Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation.

SHOUT! travels in time from 1960 to 1970 chronicling the dawning liberation of women. With its heart on its sleeve (and its tongue planted firmly in its cheek), SHOUT! features terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as To Sir With Love, Downtown, Son of a Preacher Man & Goldfinger.

For more information, call 9624449 or visit depottheatre.org/tickets.

Friday, July 8

TICONDEROGA — There will be a free Movie and Discussion at the Hancock House Museum at 7 p.m. The movie is “The Secret of Roan Irish”, a charming and mystical story. The movie night is free and refreshments will be available for a modest price.

For more information, call 585-7868.

LAKE GEORGE — The second annual King George Fishing Derby will kick off at Charles R. Wood Park at 6 a.m. There will be awards in adult and junior divisions and multiple launch sites. There will also be family fun activities including live music, children’s rides, barbecue chicken, cruises, beer and wine tent, fireworks and more! Register at kinggoergefishingderby.com. For more information, call 668-5755.

BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — Summer of ‘16 Music Festival held at The Adirondack Museum from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This mountainous musical celebration will be held on the grounds of the Adirondack Museum, with talented regional and national performers including Alex Smith, Dan Duggan and Peggy Lynn, Dan Berggren, and more. For more information, call 352-7311.

LAKE GEORGE — Fridays at the Lake: The Audiostars will perform at Shepard Park at 4 p.m. as part of the Fridays at the Lake Concert Series. Evenings will feature a craft beer & wine garden, a food caterer, and kids’ activities! Enjoy the beach, swimming, and the playground. This venue is family- and dog-friendly.

Free Admission! For more information, call 668-5771.

POTTERSVILLE — The Word of Life’s Free Family Fun Night and Rodeo will be held at Word of Life Ranch from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy free horse rides, bounce houses, face painting, our fort playground or venture into our general store all while

listening to live music. With all that running around you may want to get your seat for the rodeo but before doing so, pick up one of our Famous Rodeo Burgers. Now take your seat and get ready for the Word of Life Ranch Rodeo. Watch as teams compete in events such as Pony Express Relay, Barrel Racin, Bull Doggin, Team Pennin, 3-man pickup, pole bendin, goat tyin, steer ridin and much more. Free admission. For more information, call 494-4723.

KEENE — The North Country SPCA will hold annual Paws Cause for 2016. This year’s extravaganza and fundraiser will be held at Marcy Field in Keene Valley from 5 to 8 p.m. Participants can expect an evening of terrific food, live music, and a silent/live auction with lots of great items. What a great way to spend a summer evening for only $75 per person. Look for more details will follow as the date approaches. For more information, email jhartley@ncspca.org.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9

SARANAC LAKE — The Hotel Northwoods presents the Georgie Bonds Band at 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 9

ELIZABETHTOWN — Join equine therapist Nancy Lindquist and Harley, the pack horse, for a hike to the leanto at the top of Blueberry Hill from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring lunch, Harley will carry your food and drinks.

Details: Champlain Area Trails 9622287 or email info@champlainareatrails.com or visit champlainareatrails. com.

PLATTSBURGH — The Secret Gardens Tour, sponsored by the KentDelord House Museum Garden Club, will be held at various locations from noon to 4 p.m., rain or shine. This is a self-guided tour of several gardens in the community. This is an annual event with all the proceeds used for maintaining and improving the Museum’s gardens.

Tickets in advanced are $10 and $15 the day of the tour. Advanced tickets are available at cook & gardener and the Kent Delord House Museum. Maps, brochures and dayof-tour tickets are available at the museum, Saturday, July 9, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Complimentary refreshments will be offered at one of the homes on the tour. For more information, call Carol at 566-9540 or Paula at 563-2662.

LONG LAKE — The seventh annual Long Lake Bass Fishing Tournament will be held on Long Lake, sponsored by the Long Lake Fish and Game Club.

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TUPPER LAKE — The Tupper Lake Woodsmen’s Days comes with a history dating back to the 1930’s, the Tupper Lake Woodsmen’s Days is a weekend-long festival designed to celebrate the region’s storied heritage of logging and lumberjacking. Presented by the Tupper Lake Woodsmen’s Association, the annual Woodmen’s Days has something for everyone.

Some of the highlighted events include: The Gala Parade, The Night Games (including Tug-of-War and the infamous Greased Pole Climb), heavy equipment demonstrations and competitions, chainsaw carving competitions, lumberjack shows, children’s activities and much more! For information, visit tupperlake.com/events/ woodsmens-days-tupper.

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WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Sunday, July 10 through Saturday, Oct. 1

GLENS FALLS — “Durer and Rembrandt: Master Prints from the Collection of Dr. Dorrance Kelly” Exhibit will be on display at The Hyde Museum, open daily from noon to 5 p.m. This exhibition will feature a selection of superb engravings and woodcuts by the German printmaker, Albrecht Dürer, and exceptional etchings by the Dutch Master, Rembrandt van Rijn, along with the printed works of their contemporaries including Lucas van Leyden, Lucas Cranach the Elder, Hendrik Goudt, Hendrik Goltzius, Adriaen van Ostade, and Jan Muller.

Dr. Dorrance Kelly has assembled one of the most distinguished private collections of prints in the country. The exhibition will feature more than 70 works from his collection. It provides an unparalleled opportunity for visitors to observe both the religious and secular works of these great masters while considering the historical contexts, religious backgrounds, and aesthetic approaches of each of the artists. For more information, call 792-1761.

Sunday, July 10 through Sunday, Oct. 2

GLENS FALLS — “The Hydes and Rembrant” Exhibit will be on display at The Hyde Museum open daily from noon to 5 p.m. During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, many American art collectors fervently desired to acquire a work

by Rembrandt. Charlotte and Louis Hyde were among them. Using materials from the Hyde archive, including correspondence with their adviser Willem Valentiner, photographs, and documents that shed light on their pursuit, this exhibition follows the Hydes’ quest to secure a painting by the Dutch Master. The exhibition is organized by The Hyde Collection.

For more information, call 792-1761.

Monday, July 11

SARANAC LAKE — Hosted by the Womens Civic Chamber the fourth annual Village Wide Garage Sale begins at 7 a.m. Registration cut off to be included on the map is Wednesday, June 29.

Maps will be available in the Adirondack Daily Enterprise Weekender Edition on Saturday, July 9 and at the Chamber of Commerce on the day of sale as well as Riverfront park (next to boat launch).

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For $110 a boat teams of two can fish from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. with weigh in at the Shamrock Motel at 3 p.m. Cash prizes awarded at the Town Hall, at 3:30 p.m. Pre-registration required.

For registration information, call Bruce Jennings at 624-2145 or write to Long Lake Fish and Game Club, PO Box 691, Long Lake, NY 12847. Date subject to change without notice. For more information, call 624-3077.

SCHROON — The Children’s Opera “Jack and the Beanstalk” will be performed at the Boathouse Theater at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. This charming children’s opera based on the fairytale was adapted by Denise Page Caraher and uses music from Gounod’s opera FAUST. For more information, call 532-7875.

CHESTER — Summerfest will be held at the Town Hall starting at 2 p.m.

Come join the fun with vendors, live music, family activities and fireworks.

For more information, call 494-2722.

SARANAC LAKE — Hosted by the Womens Civic Chamber, the fourth annual Village Wide Garage Sale takes over the town. Registration cut off to be included on the map is Wednesday, June 29. Maps will be available in the Adirondack Daily Enterprise Weekender Edition Saturday, July 9, and at the Chamber of Commerce on the day of sale as well as Riverfront Park (next to boat launch). People need to sign up to have a garage sale at their home or rent a space in the park or shop the many sales around the village.

For any questions, visit Facebook at Saranac Lake Village Wide Garage Sale or call or text 252-0378.

SARANAC LAKE — The seventh annual Runabout Rendezvous takes place on Lake Flower beginning at 10 a.m. This is free to attend. There is a $30 registration fee for those that wish to display their boat(s). This is an exhibition of wooden boats in Saranac Lake. This is a non-judged event.

Anyone with an interest in wooden boats is encouraged to attend. People may register their boat for $30 to display to the public at this event. For information, call 891-5828.

Learn what makes Lake George so special aboard the LGA Floating Classrtoom on Wednesday, July 13. The boast departs from Lower Amherst Street at 10 a.m.

For details call 668-3558

or shop the many sales around the village.

For any questions visit us on Facebook at Saranac Lake Village Wide Garage Sale or call or text us at 518252-0378 BOLTON LANDING — The film “Tevye” will be shown at the Bolton Free Library at 7:30 p.m. The non-musical film version of Sholem Aleichem’s beloved short stories & “Tevye’s Daughters” (2011), a retrospective featuring three actresses who starred in the 1971 musical film version, “Fiddler on the Roof.” Free admission. For more information, call 644-2233.

Tuesday, July 12

WILLSBORO — Going into our 6th year, Toto’s at the Willsborough Bowling Center hosts Open Mic Tuesday, every Tuesday from 7 p.m. till closing.

Come see the eclectic blend of talent and culture. For more information call 572-3026.

BOLTON LANDING — The Bolton Recreation Department free concert will be featuring The Stony Creek Band at Rogers Park, at 7 p.m. Rain location will be the Bolton Town Hall.

Free admission. For details call 6443831.

TICONDEROGA — The Summer in the Park Series featuring Pat Donahue will be held at the Ticonderoga Community Center, at 7:30 p.m. Pat is one of the most listened to finger pickers in the world. He is an example of how agreeable a guitar can sound when picked by a champ. A songwriter and guitarist for 20 years for the “Guys All Star Shoe Band”, Pat showed off his savvy licks and distinctive original songs to millions of listeners. For more information, call 585-6619.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center presents Matt McCabe to kick off the Tuesday Lawn Concert, at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner with “Adirondack Folk Jazz” by the ELCS/Social Center Alum and 1970’s Center lawn Concert jammer with guitar wizard Mr. Gary Blodgett. This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For more information, call 873-6408.

Tuesday, July 12 through Friday, July 22

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Theater Festival features “A Comedy of Manors” performed at the Charles R. Wood Theater at 7:30 p.m. When the old Earl of Whitelingham dies, leaving debts in the millions and an estate about to foreclose, the family tries to save its future by doing what anyone would do: stealing a priceless (and hideous) painting and selling it on the black market. The only problem? Everyone thinks they’re working alone and no one knows which painting to steal. For more information, call 480-4878.

Wednesday, July 13

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special.

LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcomes you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger.

For details and reservations call 6683558.

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TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Festival presents Jack and the Beanstalk being performed at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus, at 10:15 a.m. The Seagle Music Colony returns to present this charming children’s opera based on the fairytale and adapted by Denise Page Caraher. Free admission. For more information, call 585-6619.

BOLTON LANDING — Fiddler on the Roof: Bringing A Lost World “To Life” will be performed at The Sembrich Museum, at 1:30 p.m. How were Sholem Aleichem’s stories of a Russian shtetl milkman turned into a Broadway musical hit? And why does the show have lasting appeal to audiences all over the world? An affectionate celebration featuring rare performance clips and fascinating behind the scenes stories. Admission $20. For more information, call 644-9839.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center presents James Bruchac a Native American storyteller and member of The Adirondack Liar’s Club. He will be telling tales and singing songs about everything woodland. This will go on

rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For more information, call 873-6408.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens.

For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Thursday, July 14

WESTPORT — There will be a Meet the Artist reception at the Westport Heritage House from 5 to 7 p.m.

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Community Band will perform at Shepards Park, at 8 p.m.

Stay after the show and enjoy the fireworks. Free admission. For more information, call 668-5755.

POTTERSVILLE — Christy Nockels will be in Concert at Word of Life Bible Institute, at 7:30 p.m.

Contemporary Christian singer/ songwriter Christy Nockels will perform. Admission $12. Tickets can be purchased at wolcamps.eventbrite.

Fiddler on the Roof: Bringing A Lost World “To Life” will be performed on July 13 at the Seimbrich Museum in Bolton Landing. Call 644-9839 for more information.

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BOLTON LANDING — A Bolton Recreation Department Special Event will be held at Rogers Park, at 7 p.m. The rain location will be the Bolton Town Hall. This special event will feature the Adirondack Shakepeare Company “Hiawatha”. A children/family theater event. For more information, call 644-3831.

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters will hold Thursday Night Kayak Tours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Are you looking for someone to get out on the water with? Look no further! Every week while we explore some of our favorite place to paddle. Need a boat? $20/person Have your own? $5/person All trips meet at our shop and reservations are required by calling 518-891-7450.

SARANAC LAKE — Party on the Patio music series presents Folkfaces, at 6 p.m. Folkfaces is a group out of Buffalo, NY that plays a rowdy blend of rootsy Folk, Jazz, and Blues.

This free show is recommended for ages 21 and older. For more information, call 354-5441.

Thursday, July 14 through Sunday, July 17

WESTPORT — The Depot Theatre presents SHOUT! Thursday, 5 p.m.

Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 5 p.m.

SHOUT! was co-created by Phillip George and David Lowenstein. It is sponsored by The Brooks and Joan Fortune Family Foundation.

SHOUT! travels in time from 1960 to 1970 chronicling the dawning liberation of women. With its heart on its sleeve (and its tongue planted firmly in its cheek), SHOUT! features terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as To Sir With Love, Downtown, Son of a Preacher Man & Goldfinger. For more information, call 962-4449 or visit depottheatre. org/tickets.

Friday, July 15

POTTERSVILLE — The Word of Life’s Free Family Fun Night and Rodeo will be held at Word of Life Ranch from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy free Horse rides, bounce houses, Face painting, our Fort playground or venture into our General Store all while listening to live music. With all that running around you may want to get your seat for the Rodeo but before doing so, pick up one of our Famous Rodeo Burgers! Now take your seat and get ready for the Word of Life Ranch Rodeo. Watch as teams compete in events such as Pony Express Relay, Barrel Racin, Bull Doggin, Team Pennin, 3-man pickup, pole bendin, goat tyin, steer ridin and much more! Free admission. For more information, call 494-4723.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens.

For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Community Band Festival will be held at Shepards Park. The festival features concert bands from New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, as well as Ottawa and Quebec, Canada. Many styles of music will be performed, including patriotic, march, jazz, movie themes, and Broadway showtunes. Free Admission. For more information, call 421-7407.

CHESTERTOWN — The Chester Library Book Sale will be held at the Chester Municipal Center, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Many of your favorite titles will be on sale for a bargain price. Come fill your shelves with titles that make for a great summer read. Proceeds go to help support programs the library offers to the public. For more information, call 494-4558.

CHESTERTOWN — The Priory Garage Sale will be held at The Priory Retreat Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come to the sale and find some wonderful bargains. For more information, call 494-3733.

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mile race made up of a mix of intense obstacles, treacherous mountain terrain and lots of mud at Big Tupper Ski Area, beginning at 10 a.m. Each Participant will receive: one free beer, T-Shirt, finisher medallion, amazing memories and scars to boot.

For the registration link visit register.chronotrack.com/reg/ form?eventID=12424.

The cost is as follows: Individual: Tier 1 - $55 Tier 2 - $60 Tier 3 - $65 Tier 4 - $70 Team: (per member) Tier 1 - $50 Tier 2 - $55 Tier 3 - $60 Tier 4 - $65. For more information, call 3593328.

WILLSBORO — The Battle of Boquet Trail and Kayak Race will take place at the bandstand at 8 a.m. People can register the day of at $25 per person. Racers will receive a free t-shirt upon registration. For more information, call 963-8933.

Saturday, July 16 and Sunday, July 17

SARANAC LAKE — The Saranac Lake Fish and Game Club will be holding its annual Flea Market Gun Show at 735 Bloomingdale Ave, across from the BOCES School. Vendors can set up Friday afternoon. The show will be Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. an d Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors fee is $10 a space. For more information, call Alvin Foller at 201-4018. If no answer, leave a message.

Sunday, July 17

INDIAN LAKE — The BluMouLaBuFuRa Canoe Race is a 14, 7 and 1.5 mile canoe/kayak race through wide bays, narrow channels and with spectacular scenery. Open to canoes and kayaks per NYMCRA classes and specs plus stand-up paddleboards, guideboats and shells. The 14 mile course includes west on Blue Mountain, Eagle and Utowana Lakes and return for a clockwise loop around Blue Mountain Lake. Registration will be at the town beach in Blue Mountain Lake, is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The race starts at 11 a.m.

Details: 978-562-2805.

PORT HENRY — “Champ Day” and LCACBS Rendezvous join the day long festivities at the Port Henry Marina, village beach and Powerhouse Park.

For the second year, the Lake Champlain Antique and Classic Boat Society will hold their rendezvous along with the day long Champ Day celebration.

For more information, call 250-1050.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Monday, July 18

SARANAC LAKE — There will be an author reading with Sabrina Jones at Saranac Lake Free Library at 7 p.m.

Join the Adirondack Center for Writing and Saranac Lake Free Library for an author reading with Sabrina Jones, comic book artist, writer, and editor who began her career with activist art collective Carnival Knowledge and alternative comics World War 3 Illustrated and Girltalk. This event and the rest of the Library Reading Series is made possible through a generous grant from the Lake Placid Education Foundation. More about ACW: www. adirondackcenterforwriting.org For more information, call 8914190.

Monday, July 18 through Friday, July 22

NORTH CREEK— A Summer Musical Theater Youth Workshop will be held at Tannery Pond Community Center. This week-long musical theatre workshop takes place at the Lyle Dye Audtiorium. Cost is $30 per child, $20 each additional child, $50 maximum. Details: Instructor Mellissa Mulvey at mellissamulvey@gmail.com.

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ESSEX — The Essex Theatre Company presents Next to Normal. All performances will be held at the Masonic Lodge. The play is directed by Derrick Hopkins, Music Director Jennifer Moore, and Coreographer Diane White.

Next To Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Next To Normal is the winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize.

The performances will be July 16, 21 to 23, and July 27 to 30 at 7 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — The Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting the first inaugural Supervisor’s Disc Golf Challenge at the Cadyville Disc Golf Course. The challenge will be a one round doubles tournament, with a focus on fun and getting people out in the park playing a lifetime sport. The cost for the tournament will be $30 per team, with each team member receiving a t-shirt and a disc golf mini marker. For tournament time, rules, and registration information please visit our website at townofplattsburghrecreation.com or visit our Facebook Page: Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation. For information, call 562-6860 with any questions.

NEWCOMB — The Summer Fest & Town-Wide Garage Sale will be held at the Newcomb Overlook Park. There will be crafters, music and open mic, kids’ games, food vendors, craft beer and wine tasting, garage sale map will be available at sites throughout town.

If you are interested in being a vendor at this event, contact Nancy Tracy at 582-4851. Details: discovernewcomb. com.

NEWCOMB — The Loons and Logs Day will be held where rubber loons have a chance to do what they do best — race. With the bridge packed with onlookers, hundreds of custom, madein-the-USA rubber loons plummet to the flowing waters below. The loon drive has begun. Our annual fundraising event is one to remember. Highlighting two remarkable Adirondack icons, loons and logging, the day is filled with exciting activities, presentations and demonstrations. Details: discovernewcomb.com.

LONG LAKE — The US Waterski Show Team Exhibition will be held at the Long Lake Town Beach. Demonstrations start at 10 a.m. and the Show starts at 3 p.m. The highest caliber water ski show in the Northeast by the 2011 Eastern Regional Water Ski Champions. Witness pyramids, jumps, stunts and barefoot waterskiing. Free admission. For more information, call 624-3077.

INLET — Art in the Park will be

held at Arrowhead Park starting at 10 a.m. Over 100 artisans and craftsmen fill Arrowhead Park with handmade, one-of-a-kind wares for sale.

The works include paintings, rustic furniture, pottery, hand-sewn items, unique jewelry, special novelties and more. With music and food there is a little something for everyone. Details: 315-357-5501.

LONG LAKE — The Long Lake Cardboard Boat Float-Off will take place at the Long Lake Town Beach starting at 11 a.m. Kids of all ages get creative and build a boat using only cardboard and duct tape. Box building from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the Float-Off beginning at 1 p.m. Last Boat Floating wins the title.

Prizes will be awarded and lifeguards will be on duty. For more information, call 624-3077.

BOLTON LANDING — Violinist Ayano Ninomiya, “A Tribute to Marcella Sembrich” will be performed at the Sembrich Museum at 7:30 p.m.

Admission $30. For more information, call 644-9839.

INDIAN LAKE — Come to the Indian Lake Poker Paddle on Lake Abanakee. Explore the shores and bays of the scenic Lake Abanakee. Anything that floats and is propelled by a paddle qualifies: Canoe, Kayak, SUP, Rowboat, Guideboat, Raft. Open to all ages and skill levels. For more information, call 624-3077.

SCHROON — The 47th annual Arts and Craft Fair will be held at the Schroon Lake Town Beach, at 10 a.m.

This extremely popular fair is held in the Town Park overlooking Schroon Lake. All the profits go the Schroon Lake Association’s continuing efforts to protect and maintain the health and welfare of the lake. Come join over 110 vendors for this great event. For more information, call 532-7675.

TICONDEROGA — The Happy 90th Birthday Hancock House Celebration will be held at the Hancock House. Join us for a picnic on the lawn - 1920’s style, as we celebrate the 90th anniversary of the dedication of the Hancock House. For more information, call 585-7868.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Come join us on Elizabethtown Day, held this year along with a town-wide yard sales all day, games for kids at the golf course and a parade at 3 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Anyone in Elizabethtown can have a yard sale listed on the map. Send information to msbartley@me.com or call 873-9225 to be included on the map.

The deadline for listing a yard sale is Tuesday, July 14. Listing and maps are free. Maps will be available at Champlain Bank & Ticonderoga Credit Union and the Town Hall Thursday, July 14 and on E-town Day at the Chamber of Commerce table on Court St. Email copies of the map will also available to those who have an e-mail address.

TUPPER LAKE — The fourth annual Warrior Run is a challenging 3.5

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WILLSBORO — Going into our 6th year, Toto’s at the Willsborough Bowling Center hosts Open Mic Tuesday, every Tuesday from 7 p.m. till closing.

Come see the eclectic blend of talent and culture. For more information, call 572-3026.

LONG LAKE — The third annual Feeling Long Lakey Kids Day will be held at the Long Lake Ball Field, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This special day for kids will be featuring CirqOvation, a NY based company that is a conglomerate of artists which fuse physical theatre, vaudeville, street performance, and traditional circus in an eclectic array of talent from all over the US. They will be entertaining crowds on stilts and at their Circus Workshop where families can try their hand at various skills such as juggling, Chinese yo-yo, spinning plates, devil sticks, and Wild West spinning ropes. Kids can also enjoy a large bounce house, games, music, $5 t-shirt tie dye, activities and surprises.

This will be held rain or shine. For more information, call 624-3077.

BOLTON LANDING — The Bolton Rec Department Free Concert featuring The Master Cylinders will be held at Rogers Park at 7 p.m. Rain location will be the Bolton Town Hall. Free admission. Detail: 518-644-3831.

TICONDEROGA — Summer in the Park Series featuring The Bombadils will be held at the Ticonderoga Community Center at 7 p.m. Luke Fraser and Sarah Frank share a love of folk songs and fiddle tunes. Their music draws from Canadian, American and Celtic traditions. Luke brings guitar, mandolin and home-grown vocals in harmony with Sarah’s singing, lyrical fiddle playing and claw-hammer banjo. They perform as a duo or with Kaitlyn Raitz (cello) and Spencer Murray (flute). For more information, call

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ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center will present the Pitch Benders String Band who will perform favorites from then to now. They will perform both folk classics and rock and roll with tight vocal harmonies. This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For information, call 8736408.

Tuesday, July 19 through Sunday, July 24

PLATTSBURGH — The 68th annual Clinton County Fair returns to the Clinton County Fairgrounds with many attractions, foods, rides, etc. The grand stand features Night Train, a GNR Tribute Tuesday, July 19, at 8 p.m., Variety Derby Show Wednesday, July 20, at 6:30 p.m.; Ricky Skaggs Thursday, July 21, at 8 p.m.;Street Legal Truck Pulls Friday, July 22, at 6 p.m.; Adirondack Tractor Pulls Saturday, July 23, at 5 p.m.; Demolition Derby Sunday, July 24, at 1 and 7 p.m.

Visit clintoncountyfair.com for the entire schedule.

Wednesday, July 20

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special.

Learn about Lake George ecology, geologic history, animals, lake protection efforts and more. LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcomes you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger. For details and reservations, call 668-3558.

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Festival presents Funky Farms and Wild Food at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus at 10:15 a.m.

The Swing Peepers (Matthew Witten and John Hadden) will sing, frolic, and tell funny stories about food from the field, growing food, picking wild edibles, fertilizers, photosynthesis and more. The original songs and tales take children on a journey from growing food to joyous meals on the table and even covers sanitary (or not) practices. It is a fun, foolish, and very entertaining program. Free admission. For more information, call 585-6619.

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Arts Project Free Concert Series: California Honeydrops will perform at Shepards Park, at 7:30 p.m. Event is held rain or shine. Free admission.

For more information, call 668-2616.

BOLTON LANDING — The Lake George Land Conservancy Wildlife Wednesday will be held at Up Yonda Farm at 5:30 p.m. This program is

titled “Brilliant Butterflies”. Free admission. For more information, call 644-9673.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center presents Kim and Reggie Harris. They are folk and gospel performers offering original and ‘borrowed source’ music and storytelling with themes like the Underground Railroad and current social issues. This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For more information, call 873-6408.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Wednesday, July 20 through Saturday, July 23

SCHROON — “The Elixir of Love” will be performed at Seagle Music Colony. A top ten comedic opera in the repertoire, ELIXIR is long overdue for a Colony production. You will enjoy the romantic story line, the colorful characters, and the bel canto singing, especially one of the most famous tenor arias of all time, “Una furtiva lagrima”. Admission $32.50 adults, $22.50 children 12 and under.

Details & Times: 518-532-7875.

Thursday, July 21

POTTERSVILLE — Jonny Diaz will be in concert at the Word of Life Bible Institute at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12. Tickets can be purchased at wolcamps.eventbrite.com. For more information, call 4944723.

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partment Special Event will be held at Rogers Park, at 7 p.m. The rain location will be the Bolton Town Hall.

This special event will feature The Puppet People present, “The Wizard of Oz”. Free admission. For more information, call 644-3831.

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters will hold Thursday Night Kayak Tours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Are you looking for someone to get out on the water with? Look no further! Every week while we explore some of our favorite place to paddle. Need a boat? $20/person. Have your own? $5/ person. All trips meet at our shop and reservations are required by calling 891-7450.

SARANAC LAKE — Saranac Lake’s Third Thursday Art Walk will take place. The village, downtown businesses, nonprofits and galleries will host the talents of regional and local artists and musicians of various genres from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Beginning a self-guided tour through downtown Saranac Lake, Art Walkers can go to any participating venue, pick up a map/schedule and experience the work of established artists and emerging talents from all over the North Country. One can start the Walk at any of the 30+ venues, each marked with a festive balloon.

For more information, contact Jill Wenner, Art Walk Coordinator, at 518-637-2745.

SARANAC LAKE — Party on the Patio presents Formula 5, at the Waterhole, at 6 p.m. Formula 5 brews

up organic, funk filled grooves that have caused quite a stir across New York state and throughout much of the northeast. Rooted in the styling of their jam band idols, Formula 5 brings an honest, classic approach to the genre. This free show is recommended for 21 and older. For more information, call 354-5441.

Friday, July 22

WESTPORT — The Pasta and praise casual family evening will be held at the Westport Federated Church. The pasta meal begins at 5:30 p.m. The sing praise music begins at 6:15 p.m.

BOLTON LANDING — “Jack & the Beanstalk” Seagle Children’s Opera will be performed at The Sagamore Resort at 10 a.m. This delightful adaptation of the beloved fairy tale blends the familiar story with music from Gounod’s Faust and provides an ideal opportunity to introduce children to the enduring art of opera.

Free admission. For more information, call 644-3831.

LONG LAKE — The Long Lake Paddling Olympics will take place at the Long Lake Town Beach, starting at 10:30 a.m. Try your hand at wild, wet, fun aquatic navigational competition. Registration is free and starts at 10:30 a.m. Look for zany races including Bang and Go Back, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hand Paddling, Dress up Relay, Kayak Races, The Dipper, Back Paddling, Hurry Scurry and many more. All ages are welcome to participate. The Lions Club serves up

The 68th annual Clinton County Fair kicks off on Tuesday, July 19 and continues through Sunday, July 24. Visit clintoncountyfair.com for a full schedule of events.

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WESTPORT — The Depot Theatre presents OUTSIDE MULLINGAR on Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 and 8 p.m.

OUTSIDE MULLINGAR is by John Patrick Shanley. The show is sponsored by Skidmore College. Anthony and Rosemary are lovelorn farmers in rural Ireland who haven’t got a clue when it comes to love. These hopeless singletons need to overcome a bitter land feud, familial rivalries and their own romantic fears to find happiness.

Full of John Patrick Shanley’s trademark dark humor, this tenderhearted portrait reminds us it’s never too late to take a chance on love.

For more information, call 9624449 or visit depottheatre.org/tickets.

Saturday, July 23

WHITEHALL — The Whitehall Quilt Show presented by the Landmark Stitches Quilters will be held at the Whitehall High School from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — Made in the Adirondacks Fair will be held at The Adirondack Museum from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This event features artisans blanketing the museum campus with

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WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Monday, July 25

BOLTON LANDING — The film “The Last Five Years” will be shown at the Bolton Free Library at 7:30 p.m. Film version of Jason Robert Brown’s contemporary musical romance, starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan.

Free admission. For more information, call 644-2233.

Tuesday, July 26

WILLSBORO — Going into our 6th year, Toto’s at the Willsborough Bowling Center hosts Open Mic Tuesday, every Tuesday from 7 p.m. till closing.

Come see the eclectic blend of talent and culture. For more information call 572-3026.

LONG LAKE — Climb Mount Adams with Spencer Morrissey. Meet at Geiger Arena at 8 a.m. Moderate to Steep Climb to one of the great Adirondack fire tower peaks and enjoy outstanding views deep into the High Peaks Region. Expect an easy hike to scenic Lake Jimmy and the old Observer’s cabin and then a more moderate to steep terrain along the summit trail to the top. Go into the fire tower for the views that will be an awe inspiring moment. 5.2 miles round trip. Free admission. For more information, call 624-3077.

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The Long Lake Paddling Olympics will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Long Lake Town Beach on Friday, July 22. For more information call 624-3077.

Rec Department Free Concert featuring Matt Finley and Rio Jazz will be held at Rogers Park, at 7 p.m. Rain location will be the Bolton Town Hall.

Free admission. Details: 644-3831.

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Talent Show will be held at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus Pavilion at 6 p.m. Don’t miss this annual event that showcases local dancers, musicians and other talented artists.

Admission $5 at the door.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center will present Gospel Night with music from the Word of Life. This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. For more information, call 873-6408.

Wednesday, July 27

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special! Learn about Lake George ecology, geologic history, animals, lake protection efforts and more. LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcome you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger. For details and reservations call 668-3558.

BOLTON LANDING — The Silver Bay Quartet will perform at the Sembrich Museum at 1:30 p.m. Admission $15. For more information, call 6449839.

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 1 p.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special! Learn about Lake George ecology, geologic history, animals, lake protection efforts and more. LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcome you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger.

For details and reservations call 6683558.

LONG LAKE — The Long Lake Amazing Race Road Rally will begin at the Geiger Arena at 7 p.m. Ever gone on a Snipe Hunt or hopped on one foot while singing Ring around the Rosey?

Well those may not be what you do this time, but you have to play to find out what you do get to try! Drive around Long Lake following a set of ridiculous instructions. On vacation, not sure where you’re going? That’s ok, the directions even confound the natives! Cash prizes $50/$35/$25. All rules of the road apply. $5 a car. For more information, call 624-3077.

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traditional and contemporary Adirondack arts, crafts, foodstuffs, performances, demonstrations, workshops, and more. You’ll find products that are inspired by the majesty of the Adirondack wilderness and the people who produce them using techniques handed down through the generations. For more information, call 352-7311.

BOLTON LANDING — Musicians from Meadowmount will perform at the Sembrich Museum at 7:30 p.m. A program of chamber music that celebrates the violin in a variety of combinations, from quartet to trio and solo works. Admission $25. For more information, call 644-9839.

CHESTERTOWN — The Children’s Opera “Jack & The Beanstalk” will be performed by the Seagle Music Colony at The Town Theater (Municipal Center) at 10:30 a.m. All ages are welcome and admission is free. For more information, call 494-2722.

BOLTON LANDING — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Sembrich Museum Concert held in the Sembrich Museum, at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit thesembrich. org.

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a barbecue lunch. Free admission. For more information, call 624-3077.

LAKE GEORGE — Fridays at the Lake: The Refrigerators will perform at Shepard Park at 4 p.m. as part of the Fridays at the Lake Concert Series.

Evenings will feature a craft beer & wine garden, a food caterer, and kids’ activities. Enjoy the beach, swimming, and the playground. This venue is family- and dog-friendly. Free admission.

For more information, call 668-5771.

POTTERSVILLE — The Word of Life’s Free Family Fun Night and Rodeo will be held at Word of Life Ranch from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy free horse rides, bounce houses, face painting, our fort playground or venture into our General Store all while listening to live music. With all that running around you may want to get your seat for the rodeo but before doing so, pick up one of our famous Rodeo Burgers. Now take your seat and get ready for the Word of Life Ranch Rodeo. Watch as teams compete in events such as Pony Express Relay, Barrel Racin, Bull Doggin, Team Pennin, 3-man pickup, pole bendin, goat tyin, steer ridin and much more. Free admission. For more information, call 494-4723.

TICONDEROGA — The Saint Mary’s Parish Gala will be held at the Best Western Plus, at 6 p.m. There will be a dinner dance with live and silent auctions. Entertainment by Jim Burgey.

Admission $50 per person. For more information, call 585-7433.

SARANAC LAKE — The Hotel Northwoods presents Pat Duffy at 9 p.m.

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Arts Project Free Concert Series: John Jorgenson Quartet will perform at Shepards Park, at 7:30 p.m. Event is held rain or shine. Free admission. For more information, call 668-2616.

BOLTON LANDING — Lake George Land Conservancy Wildlife Wednesday will be held at the Lake George Land Conservancy Center, at 5:30 p.m.

The program will feature Timber Rattlesnacks with Dr. Bill Brown. Space is limited, registration is strongly recommended to save your seat! For details and registration call 644-9673.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center will host the Seagle Music Colony as they present “Jack and the Beanstalk”. This children’s opera will include children’s activities such as a bounce house, activities and treats lead by LIFE Church.

This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For more information, call 873-6408.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for Adults, $5 for Students and Senior Citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

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Thursday, July 28

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Festival: Phenomenal Physics will be held at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus at 10:15 a.m. Mr. Fish (John Lepiarz) will present an astounding, interactive program using eggs, boomerangs, bull whips, and balloons to demonstrate gravity, velocity, air pressure, inertia, and friction. This program develops curiosity and inspires children to seek more information and enjoy finding their own solutions and answers.

The program has a circus look and delivers the fun and excitement of a circus act because Mr. Fish is a professional circus performer. Free admission. For more information, call 585-6619.

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Community Band will perform at Shepards Park, at 8 p.m.

Stay after the show and enjoy the fireworks. Free admission. For more information, call 668-5755.

POTTERSVILLE — Comedian Ken Davis will appear at Word of Life Bible Institute at 7:30 p.m. Ken’s mixture of side-splitting humor and inspiration delights and enriches audiences of all ages. Tickets $12.

Purchase tickets at wolcamps.eventbrite.com. For more information, call 494-4723.

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters will hold Thursday Night Kayak Tours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Are you looking for someone to get out on the water with?

Look no further. Every week while we explore some of our favorite place to paddle. Need a boat? $20/person.

Have your own? $5/person. All trips meet at our shop and reservations are required by calling 518891-7450.

SARANAC LAKE — After Funk at Party on the Patio at the Waterhole, at 6 p.m. Since its humble beginnings as a four piece funk experiment in late 2011, After Funk has quickly grown into a powerful modern jamorchestra that will shake your heart in your chest and your butt on the dance floor. For information, call 354-5441.

Thursday, July 28 through Sunday, July 31

WESTPORT — The Depot Theatre presents OUTSIDE MULLINGAR on Thursday, 5 p.m. Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 5 p.m.

OUTSIDE MULLINGAR is by John Patrick Shanley. The show is sponsored by Skidmore College. Anthony and Rosemary are lovelorn farmers in rural Ireland who haven’t got a clue when it comes to love. These hopeless singletons need to overcome a bitter land feud, familial rivalries and their own romantic fears to find happiness. Full of John Patrick Shanley’s trademark dark humor, this tenderhearted portrait reminds us it’s never too late to take a chance on love.

For more information, call 962-4449 or visit depottheatre.org/tickets.

Thursday, July 28 through Friday, Aug. 5

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Theater Festival: “Home” will be performed at the Charles R. Wood Theater at 7:30 p.m.

The Ticonderoga Festival Guild will present Phenomenal Physics with John Lepiarz at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus on Thursday, July 28. For more information, call 585-6619.

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Katherine escaped from her small Texas home and her hypochondriac mother nine years ago. When she finally steps back into her childhood home, Katherine is immediately overwhelmed by the familiar. Every room seems to have a story. Every corner of the house holds another recollection. Katherine’s memories become so vivid, in fact, they appear to come alive before her eyes.

Both humorous and heartbreaking, HOME explores parenting and childhood with unflinching honesty, questioning what it means to grow older, and whether we truly have the capacity to grow up. For more information, call 480-3355.

Friday, July 29

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special. Learn about Lake George ecology, geologic history, animals, lake protection efforts and more.

LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcome you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger. For details and reservations call 668-3558.

LAKE GEORGE — Fridays at the Lake: Emerald City will perform at Shepard Park at 4 p.m. as part of the Fridays at the Lake Concert Series. Evenings will feature a craft beer & wine garden, a food caterer, and kids’ activities! Enjoy the beach, swimming, and the playground. This venue is family- and dog-friendly.

Free Admission! For more information, call 668-5771.

POTTERSVILLE — The Word of Life’s Free Family Fun Night and Rodeo will be held at Word of Life Ranch from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy free horse rides, bounce houses, face painting, our fort playground or venture into our General Store all while listening to live music. With all that running around you may want to get your seat for the rodeo but before doing so, pick up one of our famous Rodeo Burgers. Now take your seat and get ready for the Word of Life Ranch Rodeo. Watch as teams compete in events such as Pony Express Relay, Barrel Racin, Bull Doggin, Team Pennin, 3-man pickup, pole bendin, goat tyin, steer ridin and much more. Free admission. For more information, call 494-4723.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series presents the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens. For

more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30

SARANAC LAKE — The Hotel Northwoods presents the Summer of Doug at 9 p.m.

Friday, July 29 through Sunday, July 31

BOLTON LANDING — The annual Bolton Free Library Gigantic Book Sale will be held at the Bolton Free Library, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 644-2233.

BOLTON LANDING — The Bolton Landing Antiques and Collectibles Fair will be held at Rogers Memorial Park, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 644-3831.

Friday, July 29 through Monday, Aug. 1

SARANAC LAKE — The annual CAN-AM International Rugby Tournament will take place in Lake Placid and Saranac Lake. This is the Men’s Premier, Men Club, Men Social.

Women’s Division: Over 35, Over 45, Over 50, Over 55+.

Thru the years many faces have come and gone thru the Mountaineers teams, club board and the CanAm tournament board. However our love of rugby and dedication to host ruggers from all over the world each August at the largest rugby tournament in North America has remained constant.

Saturday, July 30

STONY CREEK — The second annual Stony Creek Plein Air Day will take place on the Dean Farm Trail.

A rain date is set for Sunday, July 31.

This event is sponsored by the Stony Creek Library.

All methods of art will be accepted for our Plein Air Day. Staff will be on hand from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., with refreshments and information. Artists may arrive as early and stay as late as they wish that day.

The public is invited to walk the trail and watch the artists as they paint.

Two additional activities will be offered. The public will be invited to walk the trail with a naturalist to learn about plants at 11 a.m. A Hyde Collection Museum Educator will do an outdoor painting activity on the trail with children at 1 p.m.

On Friday, Aug. 26, they will bring the Plein Air artists back together when they display the art done on the trail at the Stony Creek Library with an opening reception that will include wine, hors d’oeuvres, and live music.

The public is invited to attend any or all of these free events. Deadline for artists to enter is Friday, June 10.

For more information and to participate, contact Patrice Jarvis-Weber,

ncliving@suncommunitynews.com

NORTH CREEK — Ididaride! ADK Mountain Club’s Adirondack Bike Tour with a 75 mile and a 20 mile loop option will be held. The event leaves from and returns to the North Creek Ski Bowl. Includes sag wagons, shuttles, snacks, water and après ride party with prizes and barbecue. Register by July 18. For more information, call 251-2612.

CHESTERTOWN — The Care for Kids 5K Race and Fitness Walk will be held with check in on Saturday, July 30, at Suzie Q’s Restaurant, from 4 to 6 p.m. Check in the day of race at 2431 Schroon River Rd, from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. Race begins in Chestertown, and ends at Suzie Q’s Sunshine Cafe on Route 8, just east of the Schroon River. A free shuttle will be available to transport participants and spectators between R&R Auto Re-builders and Suzie Q’s Sunshine Cafe. T-shirts, awards for age groups. The course is just over three miles (five kilometers) and is mostly flat, with a slight uphill.

Maps will be available on the day of the race. The tax deductible fee is $30

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Monday, Aug. 1 through Wednesday, Aug. 31

ESSEX — The Adirondack Art Association is excited to announce the August Art Exhibit that features Kevin Raines, whose love of nature and conservation efforts are captured in his paintings and sketches at the yellow house on Lake Champlain, 2754 Essex Road. In 2015 Raines collaborated with the Adirondack Council while preparing his series “Share the Experience: Adventures in the Adirondacks” which was exhibited at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts and the View in Old Forge. The Opening Reception for the August Art Exhibit is Friday, Aug. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m.

All programing including art exhibits, art classes, and special events can be found on the AAA website at adirondackartassociation.com. Memberships at multiple levels are available to help support this programing.

For more information, email info@ adirondackartassociation.com.

Tuesday, Aug. 2

WILLSBORO — Going into our 6th year, Toto’s at the Willsborough Bowling Center hosts Open Mic Tuesday, every Tuesday from 7 p.m. till closing.

Come see the eclectic blend of talent and culture. For more information, call 518-572-3026.

BOLTON LANDING — The Bolton Recreation Department Free Concert featuring Bobby Dick and Suzie Q will be held at Rogers Park, at 7 p.m. Rain location will be the Bolton Town Hall.

Free admission. For information, call 644-3831.

TICONDEROGA — Summer in the Park Series featuring Rich Ortiz will be held at the Ticonderoga Community Center at 7 p.m. Rich Ortiz has a unique style and his music is his soul. His music is inspired by Jim Croce, James Taylor, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder and Willie Nelson. Playing 6 or 12 string acoustic guitar, harmonica, and peddle bass he turns heads with this music and vocals. Rich has opened shows for Chicago, REO Speedwagon, Ted Nugent, KC and the Sunshine Band and others. For more information, call 585-6619.

The Fireman’s Steak Roast will be held at the Newcomb Town Beach on Saturday, July 30. The event is the largest fund raiser of the year for the department. For details visit discovernewcomb.com

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center presents the Wyant Band who will perform Oldies but Goodies with Joe, Dan, Dave, Susan and Bud. This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For more information, call 873-6408.

Wednesday, Aug. 3

LAKE GEORGE — The LGA Floating Classroom will depart from Lower Amherst Street in Lake George Village at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Find out what makes Lake George so special.

Learn about Lake George ecology, geologic history, animals, lake protection efforts and more. LGA’s educator, first mate and boat captain welcome you aboard the Rosalia Anna Ashby for one of the best Lake George educational programs around. Admission is $17 adults, $15 seniors, $10 children 18 and younger. For details and reservations, call 668-3558.

NEWCOMB — Bands at the Beach featuring Eric Peter at the Newcomb Town Beach at 5 p.m. Details: discovernewcomb.com.

LONG LAKE — The Long Lake Swimming Races will be held at the Long Lake Town Beach at 10 a.m.

Swimmers of all ages (tots to adults) compete for free tickets to Enchanted Forest Water Safari. Free to enter. For more information, call 624-3077.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Festival: Hiawatha the Unifier will be performed at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus at 10:15 a.m.

The Adirondack Shakespeare Company will perform an original play based on tales of Hiawatha’s life.

He was a statesman, lawgiver, shaman and unifier who lived around 1570. The play will explore the life of Hiawatha and his efforts to band the Senecas, Cayugas, Onondagas, Oneidas and Mohawks together to become the Five Nations of the Iroquois confederacy. Free admission.

For more information, call 585-6199.

BOLTON LANDING — The DePue Brothers Band will perform at the Sembrich Museum at 1:30 p.m. The DePue Brothers Band encompasses a vivid blend of bluegrass, classical,

and rock genres, coining the term “grassical, the fusion of American grass-roots and classical music” as the best description of their style. Admission is $15. For more information, call 644-9839.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Social Center presents Hiawatha. These classically trained actors with the Adirondack Shakespeare Company are on tour with an original production for children. This will go on rain or shine. Bring a lawn chair. Performances will be moved indoors if necessary. For more information, call 873-6408.

SARANAC LAKE — Funknut will perform at Party on the Patio at the Waterhole, at 6 p.m. They perform funk, soul and rock n roll. For more information, call 354-5441.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series will present the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

Arts & Entertainment

Sunday, July 31

if registration is done on race day. If you are pre-registered, the fee is $25 (Received by Friday, July 29). Custom, high quality, short sleeve t-shirts will be given to the first 400 entrants .All proceeds benefit pediatric health care at Hudson Headwaters Health Network health centers. For more information, call 761-0300, ext. 31112.

WESTPORT — The Meadowmount Concert series will present the Student Concert held in the Ed Lee and Jean Campe Memorial Concert Hall, at 7:30 p.m. Admission for regular concerts is $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens. For more information, visit meadowmount.com.

SUMMER EVENTS 2016

Coordinator of Stony Creek Plein Air Day at 696-3399.

NEWCOMB — The Firemen’s Steak Roast will be held at the Newcomb Town Beach. The Newcomb Volunteer Firemen and Rescue Department sponsor an annual fund raising drive by selling tickets for this event. It always sells out and the crowd hangs out at the Town Beach for great steaks, food, live music, family beach activities, and socializing. Get your tickets early… they sell out quickly.

Details: discovernewcomb.com.

BOLTON LANDING — Violinist Kinga Augustyn, “Polish Masterworks for Violin and Piano” will perform at the Sembrich Museum at 7:30 p.m. Violinist Kinga Augustyn together with pianist Thomas Pandolfi, presents a program of Polish masterworks, repertoire that spans a 150-year period, from Chopin (transcriptions of his piano works) to Penderecki. Admission $30. For more information, call 644-9839.

NORTH CREEK — The Town of Johnsburgh Library Used Book Sale will be held at Tannery Pond Community Center. The sale features thousands of books, cd’s, DVDs, puzzles and more. Bake sale and raffles too.

For more information, call 251-2612.

TICONDEROGA — Streetfest will be held on Montcalm Street starting at 10 a.m. Downtown Ticonderoga becomes a pedestrian mall with vendors, music, food and entertainment.

For more information, call 585-6619.

WILLSBORO — There will be a golf tournament at the Willsboro Golf Course to benefit the North Country Honor Flight beginning at 8 a.m. For the cost, contact the golf course at 963-8989.

Wednesday, Aug. 3 through Saturday, Aug. 6

SCHROON — “Roscoe” a World Premier Opera by Evan Mack will be performed at Seagle Music Colony.

A fantastic new opera by composer Evan Mack and librettist Joshua McGuire based on the play of the same title by Pulitzer Prize winning Albany author William Kennedy. Details and Times: 532-7875.

Thursday, Aug. 4

LAKE GEORGE — The Lake George Community Band will perform at Shepards Park, at 8 p.m. Stay after the show and enjoy the fireworks. Free admission. For more information, call 668-5755.

BOLTON LANDING — A Bolton Recreation Department Special Event will be held at Rogers Park at 7 p.m.

Rain location TBA. The Adirondack Shakespeare Company presents “The Comedy of Errors.” Free admission.

For more information, call 644-3831..

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North Star Pierogies .................$8.95

Nacho Platter...............................$8.95

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administrative office administrative office (518) 306-4404

(518) 306-4404

box office (after 6/22) office (after (518) box 668-5762 ext. 6/22) 411

(518) 668-5762 ext. 411

81677

Ice Cream

Choice

Vanilla, Chocolate, or Twist

American • Italian Mix • Boiled Ham • Salami • Bologna

Small Cone ................................................ $2.00

SANDWICH $2.99

Flavored Ice Cream ................................ $3.50 Waffle Cones 50¢ Extra

Milkshake ................................................... $3.00 Vanilla, Chocolate, or Twist

Flavored Milkshake ............................... $4.00 FLAVORS AVAILABLE Apple Pie • Bubble Gum • Lime • Root Beer Cotton Candy • Apricot • Amaretto • Blueberry Banana • Black Berry • Black Raspberry Black Cherry • Butter Pecan • Caramel • Cheesecake Coconut • Creme de Menthe • Espresso • Lemon Orange • German Chocolate Cake • Maplenut Peach • Strawberry • Peanut Butter • Pina Colada Pistachio Nut • Rum • Tutti Frutti

Root Bear Float .............. $3.00 Sundaes ............................. $3.00 Flurries ............................... $3.00 M&M’s, Reese Pieces, Cookies & Cream

WHOLE SUB $5.99

Prime

Medium Cone ........................................... $2.50 Large Cone ................................................. $3.00

HALF SUB OR WARP $3.99

Turkey • Roast Beef • Capicalo • Corned Beef Meatball • Steak & Cheese • Buffalo Chicken • Tuna Salad Pulled Pork • Baked Ham • Veggie Burger Veggie BBQ Rib • Vegan Chicken • Vegan Black Bean SANDWICH $3.49

HALF SUB OR WARP $4.69

WHOLE SUB $6.99

GLUTEN FREE BREAD AVAILABLE - Half Sub Price Nacho’s ....................................$6.99 Chicken Quesadillas .........$6.99 Cheese Quesadillas............$4.99 Hot Dog free meat sauce .............$1.25 Burger 6oz. precooked ..................$4.99

Salads Garden......................................$4.49 Ceaser .......................................$5.99 Chef ...........................................$5.99 Greek .........................................$5.99

SOUP OF THE DAY Sm. $1.69 | Lg. $2.49 CHILI Sm. $1.49 | Lg. $3.49

5070 State Route 8, Chestertown, New York 12817 • (518) 803-4143

81581

Kiddie Cone or Dish............................. $1.50