Thursday Local History and Stories Series
The Old Forge Library, located at 220 Crosby Boulevard, is pleased to host the Town of Webb Historical Association Local History and Stories Series on Thursdays throughout the summer at 5:00 p.m. Each week, the free series will feature a different speaker presenting and leading discussions on a variety of topics related to local and regional history. Community members and visitors are invited to attend, ask questions, and share stories of their own.
Organized by TOWHA Director Kate Lewis, this summer’s lineup offers a wide range of engaging topics exploring Adirondack history, culture, conservation, and storytelling.
Series Presentations include:
• July 16 – Ed Pitts: You Can’t Drive to Beaver River
• July 23 – Bruce Steltzer: William Covey and Twitchell Lake
• July 30 – Ray Letterman: Dams & Reservoirs of the Fulton Chain
• August 6 – Tom Welch: The White Plague and Adirondack Tourism
• August 13 – Gary Lee and Mitch Lee: Adirondack Columnists
• August 20 – Eric Sutherland: Maple Sugaring
• August 27 – Dr. James Spencer: The Salem Witch Stories
The Local History and Stories Series is free and open to the public and offers an engaging opportunity to explore local history while celebrating community heritage throughout the summer.
