Lake Placid, NY - 150 years ago, abolitionist John Brown was condemned to death by hanging, an action that would lead to his ultimate burial at his farm just outside the village of Lake Placid, NY. His last speech at the trial, and his many letters sent over the next four weeks until his execution at the Charlestown (WV) gallows, gave him an opportunity to articulate his vision, his reasons for his actions, and turned him from a man facing death for treason to a martyr dying to end slavery. Read more »
Howes Cave, N.Y. - This November, Howe Caverns has a special salute for past and present members of the military. And, Schoharie County’s landmark tourist attraction has joined forces with the U.S. Marines to help their effort to collect Toys for Tots. Read more »
Exhibition: December 4, 2009 - January 10, 2010
Opening Reception: Friday, December 4th, 2009, 6-9 p.m.
Garnerville, NY - A site-specific installation by Tamara Gayer will be on view at the GAGA Arts Center in Garnerville, NY from December 4th to January 10th.
The show, Everything’s For Sale, is comprised of ‘Skyline,’ a large scale installation that will use the windows in Gallery B at GAGA as a substrate; and ‘Window,’ a lightbox positioned opposite these windows. ‘Skyline’ plays with the image of the skyline of Manhattan, depicting some of the iconic buildings of this vista and outlining the power and aesthetic history of the City. This piece takes this engagement a stage further by altering some of the specifics, toying with our perception of the generic image of the City. The light box ‘Window’ offers the complementary intimate view of the City. Read more »
Friday, October 30 at 7:00 pm (doors open at 6 pm) at the State Theatre of Ithaca in Ithaca, NY
Warren Miller’s Dynasty, the largest action sports film on the planet, is coming to kick off your winter for the 60th year!
Cortland, NY - Narrated by skiing icon Jonny Moseley and presented in striking high-definition, Warren Miller’s Dynasty showcases fresh cinematography that will get you craving vertical lines, deep powder, and epic adventure. This year’s film takes you on a breathtaking global tour of some of the world’s most impressive terrain, including Alaska, Norway,California, Colorado, China, British Columbia and more. Join Chris Anthony as he treks into China’s interior on a search for the birthplace of skiing, and get a rare look at historic clips from Warren Miller’s vault of vintage footage. Read more »
Haunted Houses, Sport Horses & Harvest Festivals
Syracuse, NY - It’s All Hallows’ Eve, are you ready for some ghoulish, gruesome frights? Muahahaha! That just doesn’t look as scary as it sounds when it’s typed out like that. But you get the idea.
For spine-chilling, hair-raising, just plain weird fun, check out some spooky Syracuse Halloween activities to put you in the monster mash mood. Don’t be afraid to click here. Read more »
Nature Strollers: A Hiking Group for Families with Young Children
Cornwall, NY - On Tuesday, November 10 at 10 a.m. come for Nature Strollers, a hiking group for families with babies, toddlers and young children. Take a one-hour hike at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center entrance on Muser Drive, across from 174 Angola Road, Cornwall. The popular Nature Stroller group will follow the gentle trails of the Outdoor Discovery Center and explore the field, pond and forest. Enjoy a hands-on fun nature lesson presented by an Environmental Educator before heading out on the trails. Read more »
Belleayre Mountain offers new programs and new discounts for November 14th Opener
Highmount, NY - The leaves have fallen and temperatures are beginning to drop; Belleayre Mountain is waiting for just the right evening to kick start their snowmaking guns. Tony Lanza, superintendent of the 2009 Ulster County Tourism Business of the Year, Belleayre Mountain, is eager to open for full-time operation on November 14th. The mountain’s winter operation has proven to show its vital significance to the local region, “because of its devoted returning visitors and countless recreational opportunities.” The earlier Belleayre Mountain opens its doors, the earlier the local region can expect tourism dollars for the 2009- 2010 winter season. Read more »
