Oswego, NY — Citizens of Scottish descent and anyone interested in Scottish history are invited to attend the 2nd annual Scots-Jacobite special event at Old Fort Ontario on Labor Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday, September 5-6.
The unique event will feature demonstrations of 18th century Scottish life, historic weapons drills, open fire-pit cooking, battle recreations, games, music, colorful period clothing, tents, and some first person interpretation. Read more »
Horse Racing Superstar Rachel Alexandra to Race in Saratoga on Saturday, September 5th
Saratoga Springs, NY – Eight lodging properties, fourteen restaurants and area attractions have teamed up to offer a Six Day Labor Day Weekend in Saratoga. The promotion features attractive room rates, select entrees for $20 or less and a fun-filled event schedule for visitors from Wednesday, September 2nd through Labor Day on September 7th. Read more »
Albany, N.Y. — When New York State celebrates it first Heritage Weekend on Sept. 12 and 13, the place to be is Albany. “Many of our great attractions are offering historically themed events, reduced admissions and more to celebrate our unique cultural heritage,” said Michele Vennard, president and CEO of the Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We encourage everyone to explore Albany and to discover its very rich history during Heritage Weekend,” Ms. Vennard said. Read more »
Aargh, matey! Calling all landlubbers and scallywags!
Rochester, NY - Sail over for some swash-bucklin’ adventures during Talk Like a Pirate Weekend at Strong National Museum of Play Saturday, September 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 13 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. (presented in conjunction with Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19).
Prepare to drop anchor for a weekend of fun on the high seas. . . Read more »
Rochester, NY - Strong National Museum of Play brings the nation’s foremost scholars on childhood to Rochester for Strong Perspectives, a free lecture series about the changing roles of children and play throughout American history. Read more »
Lake Placid, NY - For the urbanite commuting home after a long, hot week of bumper-to-bumper traffic, steamy subways and noisy cab rides; getting out of town can seem like the best idea you’ve had in a long time.What you need is the cool shade of an Adirondack forest, the tranquility of a rippling mountain lake, a peace that isn’t found dodging joggers in the park.
And you need your quick-fix getaway to be cheap - like recessionary economy cheap. So borrow or dust off that tent from the college back-packing days, fill up a tank and head due north. Don’t stop until you see the “Entering the Adirondack Park” sign. Here is where your weekend starts. Read more »
Syracuse, NY - Tuck away those bathing suits and shorts for your smartest looking fall duds - it’s time to go back to school. For the trendiest clothes, the coolest new gadgets, and anything you could possibly ever need for your scholarly satisfaction, try Carousel Center, the shops at Fayetteville Towne Center like Kohl’s, Stickley, Audi & Co. and the L.L.Bean Outlet or Armory Square boutiques.
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