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SPECTACULAR FALL FOLIAGE EXPECTED THIS WEEKEND ACROSS MUCH OF NEW YORK STATE

October 15, 2008 | Capital-Saratoga, Central-Leatherstocking, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Fall, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Hudson Valley, Long Island, New York City, The Adirondacks, The Catskills, Thousand Islands-Seaway, natural attractions, road trips

Week of Oct. 15-21ATTENTION EDITORS, NEWS DIRECTORS AND METEOROLOGISTS:This is the sixth 2008 FALL COLOR REPORT for New York State. Reports are obtained from field observers and reflect expected color conditions for the coming weekend. FALL COLOR REPORTS are issued every Wednesday. 

One of New York State’s best fall foliage seasons in recent years continues this weekend, as peak colors exit most parts of the Adirondacks and Catskills and make their way to points south and west. This weekend, you’ll find bright and beautiful peak or near peak colors in just about every region of the state, according to observers for Empire State Development’s I LOVE NEW YORK program. Read more »

Forbes Traveler Website: Lake Placid one of USA’s prettiest towns

October 10, 2008 | Fall, Spring, Summer, The Adirondacks, Winter

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. – In a time when destination resorts are wondering about the current economic climate and what it will bring in the future, now there is word that Forbes Traveler website has included Lake Placid on a list of America’s Prettiest Towns. Read more »

It’s a Fall of Fun at Strong National Museum of Play!

October 09, 2008 | Fall, Finger Lakes, arts and culture, family, festivals and events

It’s a busy autumn at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester. Check out some of the exciting upcoming events below! Read more »

Four Nations Cup Coming to Lake Placid in November

October 09, 2008 | Fall, The Adirondacks, View by THEME, snow sports

NOVEMBER 4 - 9, 2008
1980 HERB BROOKS ARENA
1932 Jack Shea Arena 

Come watch the world’s best women’s hockey teams as the U.S., Canada, Finland and Sweden battle for glory in the Four Nations Cup. Team USA is looking to build off its gold-medal victory over Canada at the International Ice Hockey Federation World Women’s Championship in April. Eighteen players are returning from that winning team, giving the U.S. a mix of seasoned veterans and rising young talent. Read more »

Upstate NY’s Ultimate Haunted Attraction Opens

October 09, 2008 | Fall, Finger Lakes, festivals and events

October 7, 2008,  Sterling, NY - The brand new ‘Screamers Hollow’ opened for its first season on October 3rd with  a nerve shattering mix of live actors, state of the art animation, evil characters, and dazzling special effects. Read more »

Book Signing Event - “New York Curiosities” Author to Visit Owego

October 09, 2008 | Fall, Finger Lakes, arts and culture

Owego, NY – Visiting from New York City, Cindy Perman, Author of newly released New York Curiosities will be in Owego at a Book Signing event on Friday, October 24, 6:30-8:00 pm at the Riverow Bookshop, Front Street, and at 8:00 pm at the Jail House Restaurant, Court and Main Streets.  Read more »

Nature, History and Horses’ Hooves Draw Adventurous To Old Stone Fort, Landis Arboretum for Columbus Day Weekend

October 03, 2008 | Central-Leatherstocking, Fall, View by THEME, festivals and events, history

• Experience the excitement of artistic equestrian JD Winslow for a workshop on the care and training of his unique riding horses followed by a special acrobatic riding presentation.Schoharie Region — Schoharie County offers great value for cost-conscience families and individuals looking for affordable fun close to home for the upcoming Columbus Day weekend. Two nearby events — the two-day History Fair at the Old Stone Fort Museum and a Wild-Learn adventure at the Landis Arboretum and JD Winslow Equestrian Entertainment – create an exciting staycation for all to enjoy. Read more »

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