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Caroga Lake Music Festival 2024 Summer Season

The 13th Annual Caroga Lake Music Festival will welcome over 150 world-class artists to the Southern Adirondacks.

Fenimore Art Museum Accepting Artist Submissions for Art by the Lake Event

Fenimore Art Museum is accepting artist submissions for its annual juried summer art invitational, Art by the Lake, taking place August 10.

Herkimer College Spring 2024

Twisted: The Untold Story of A Royal Vizier at Herkimer College

Herkimer College Hosts StarKid Production’s Twisted the Untold Story of a Royal Vizier April 11-13, 2024 at Sarkus Busch Theater, at Herkimer College.

Spotlight: Natalie Figueroa, the Wedding Singer

Meet Natalie Figueroa! Callers comment on her soothing speaking voice, but little do they know, she also has a beautiful singing voice.

Trash to Treasure Art Challenge

Trash to Treasure Art Challenge

Clean up litter at a location in Utica and then create a work of art incorporating trash or found objects from their cleanup.

Spotlight: The Ordinary Walter

The_Ordinary_Walter, as credited on his mysterious Instagram and exhibit labels, is a hustling painter that loves and represents the growing Utica art scene.

Herkimer College hosts Art of the Valley 2024 Collaborative

The Cogar Gallery showcases Art of the Valley 2024 Collaborative featuring artists’ work from throughout the Mohawk Valley.

Valentine’s Poetry Performance at Main Street Mercantile

Looking for a unique Valentine’s themed event this week? Do you love supporting local artists? Boy, do we have the event for you! 

Inscape Collective: A Live Multimedia Experience

This unique and creative experience will take place at 5:00pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at the Old Forge Library

Storyteller Perry Ground Coming to Fenimore Art Museum

Join master storyteller and cultural educator Perry Ground for a family-friendly performance of stories from the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Longhouse.

Tag Archive for: Arts

Gloversville Monster Hunt

Gloversville Monster Hunt

This monster hunt is a project with 25 Monsters sculpted by Gloversville High School Students, inspired by stories and illustrations from Boulevard students are hidden around the city!

There are Monsters Around Gloversville! Go on a Monster Scavenger Hunt in Gloversville! Image provided by Downtown GloversvilleCan you find them all?

Braiding Sweetgrass: Keynote Address by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Braiding Sweetgrass: Keynote Address by Robin Wall Kimmerer

The Old Forge Library hosts Braiding Sweetgrass: Keynote Address by Robin Wall Kimmerer taking place on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:00pm at the View Arts Center located at 3273 Route 28, Old Forge, Herkimer County, NY

The Old Forge Library is excited to partner with other local libraries and civic groups for a regional read of Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

Residents between Woodgate and Raquette Lake are welcome to take a free book and are invited to join in as the Old Forge Library hosts discussion groups based on sections of the book. See the Old Forge Library website for more details.

Library Discussion Groups

Old Forge Library discussion groups are based on sections of the book

Tuesday, April 23, 6 pm ~ discuss Planting Sweetgrass

Tuesday, May 14, 6 pm ~ discuss Tending Sweetgrass

Tuesday, May 28, 6 pm ~ discuss Picking Sweetgrass

Tuesday, June 4, 6 pm ~ discuss Braiding Sweetgrass and Burning Sweetgrass

The regional read will culminate with a Keynote Address by Kimmerer on Thursday, June 20, 6 pm. The Keynote Address will be held at View Center for the Arts, 3273 NY-28, Old Forge.

Entry is free but reservations are required. Reservations can be made starting in Mid-May by calling 315-369-6008, or emailing oldforge@midyork.org.

The free books are available during library hours. The books are generously sponsored by a grant from the Adirondack League Club Fund.

for questions and more information please contact the Old Forge Library at oldforge@midyork.org, or call 315-369-6008.

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Arkellebration at Arkell!

Arkellebration at Arkell!

Join the Arkell Museum and Canajoharie Library on April 27th from 12:00 pm to 5:00pm as we celebrate the spring season with free Museum admission, the Spring Used Book Sale, snacks, activities, and art making all day long!

Arkellebration 2024, image by Arkell Museum and Canajoharie Library

Activities will include:

Winslow Homer Wood Engraving Scavenger Hunt
Great Hall 1 pm: Spring Tree Painting for kids
Teen Area All Day: Black Out Poetry (all ages)
Great Hall 2:30-5:00 pm: Bookmark Collage Making (all ages)

This event is FREE and fun for families, individuals, adults, kids, teens, and seniors. There will be something for everyone!

For questions please email malexander@mvls.info or
call 518-673-2314 ext. 113.

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Kids Concert Series with Gary Van Slyke

Kids Concert Series with Gary Van Slyke

Kids Concert Series with Gary Van Slyke, Photo from Arkell Museum at Canajopharie Facebook page.A Kids Concert Series with Gary Van Slyke every second Friday January through May 2024 beginning at 11:00am at the The Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library Great Hall located at 2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, Montgomery County, NY.

Come join in the fun every second Friday of the month for a special kids music concert with talented musician Gary Van Slyke.

Gary has been performing for many years and has a wonderful curriculum of songs that will get your kids clapping, stomping, and singing along. Each concert is unique and full of new songs. Gary might even bring instruments for the kids to try out!

This program is FREE and open to all. The music will be centered on 0 – 11 age group, but older folks are welcome to join us.

For more information please visit the Arkell Museum Events Calendar.

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The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash Takes place at 7:00pm on Saturday May 25, 2024 at Sherman’s Park located at 114 East Shore Road West, Caroga Lake, Fulton County,

The Man in Black at Sherman’s Caroga Lake, Image by Caroga Arts Collective

Get ready to kick off the summer with an unforgettable Memorial Day weekend concert at Sherman’s Park featuring The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

With his striking resemblance, spot-on mannerisms, and baritone voice, Shawn Barker embodies the character and spirit of Johnny Cash. Shawn Barker’s Tribute to Johnny Cash is an accurate and energetic recreation of an American music icon. The show brings a legend back to life onstage for the fans of today and the next generation.

Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled evening under the stars, complete with food, drinks, and great music. Don’t miss out on this must-see event! Get your tickets now and get ready to celebrate Memorial Day weekend in style with The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash presented by Caroga Arts Collective.

The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash presented by Caroga Arts Collective is sponsored by Brown’s Ford Johnstown. Thank you Brown’s Ford Johnstown for your support!

For tickets and more information please visit Caroga Arts Collective.

Get Your Tickets*:
$20 General Admission
$40 Pavillion Seating

*The May 25 concert will be included as part of the Season Passes, which will be available for sale starting April 11. Purchasing an All Season Premium Pass will guarantee a Pavilion seat.

Free general admission for students 17 and under!
Caroga Arts offers FREE admission to concert goers 17 and under for all Caroga Arts presented concerts at Sherman’s.

 

Kids Carousel Concert

Kids Carousel Concert: Reptiles & Friends with Via Aquarium

Kids Carousel Concert: Reptiles & Friends with Via Aquarium Takes place at 11:00am on on Saturday May 25, 2024 at Sherman’s Park W Caroga Lake Shore Road, Caroga Lake, Fulton County, NY.

Kids Carousel Concert at Sherman’s Park, image by Caroga Lake Music Festival

Kid’s Carousel Concert with Via Aquarium. For queastions or more information please contact Caroga Arts Collective.