WASHINGTON, DC (06/23/2009)(readMedia) – Dr. Anne-Imelda Radice, Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), announced today that 907 museums, libraries, and archives have been selected to receive the IMLS Connecting to Collections Bookshelf. She made the announcement during her opening remarks at the fourth and concluding Connecting to Collections forum, Stewardship of America’s Legacy: Answering the Call to Action in Buffalo, NY. Read more »
Howes Cave, N.Y. - Howe Caverns 10th Annual Cavalcade of Cars has been rescheduled for 12 Noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, on the Howe Caverns Estate.
The car show features more than 100 hot rods, classic cars, performance vehicles and trucks. The car show was originally scheduled for Father’s Day, but was postponed because of the forecast for inclement weather. Read more »
Ithaca, N.Y. (June 23) - Families looking for a smart end-of-school getaway will find a brainy deal in Ithaca this weekend.
Just stay at a participating hotel, inn or B&B and get free family passes to the Sciencenter, Museum of the Earth and Cayuga Nature Center-three of the hottest attractions on Ithaca’s Discovery Trail. It’s a $56 value (based on a family of four).
That’s just part of Ithaca’s Discovery Weekend, an event that celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Discovery Trail and the start of summer in one of America’s most unusual college towns. Read more »
ALBANY, N.Y. — Tickets are on sale for the 13th Annual Irish 2000 Music and Arts Festival, taking place on Sept. 18 and Sept. 19 at a new location – the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa.
With more than 30 performers, the festival features contemporary, traditional and local Celtic music with a great line up including The Prodigals, Street Dogs, the Gobshites, Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul, Gaelic Storm, Black 47, The McKrells and Hair of the Dog. Read more »
New York City’s Marketing and Tourism Organization Uses New Approach to Reveal Extended NYC Restaurant Week Dates, Exclusive Inside Information on Dining Activities and Details About Early Booking
New York, NY - NYC & Company, New York City’s marketing, tourism and partnership organization, made an important change this NYC Restaurant Week season by disclosing its extended dates to consumers via Twitter. In addition, NYC & Company will provide details about early booking exclusively to its growing number of Twitter followers, while utilizing the micro-blogging service to keep foodies informed about the most up-to-date NYC Restaurant Week news. As part of its promotions, NYC & Company plans to tweet unique dining offers, last-minute reservation openings, plans for surprise chef appearances and more. Read more »
July Is Picnic Month - Get Out There!
Auburn, New York - Picnics in the Finger Lakes region are a summertime favorite with people of all ages. Whether a simple menu of wine, bread and cheese, or an all-out feast, there are some important tips to keep your outing pleasurable and safe. Read more »
White Plains, NY: Summer is here and now is the perfect time to plan your getaway vacation! Many of Westchester’s fine hotels offer special rates through Labor Day. With so much to see and do, there are lots of reasons to head to Westchester - so close to New York City, it has been called New York’s 6th Borough.
“Minutes north of New York, Westchester offers an oasis of summer fun and relaxation,” said Kim Sinistore, Director, and Westchester County Office of Tourism, “It is the perfect getaway vacation destination for tri-state area residents.” Read more »
