Daily Archives: July 12, 2012

Lorraine Stripp memorialized at Central Ad’k Art Show opening

During the Opening Reception of the Central Adirondack Art Show at View on Thursday, July 5, a special award was presented posthumously to the late Lorraine Stripp for her long years of invaluable service to the arts center.

Helene McAleese, president of the Board of Directors announced that Lorraine had been awarded the title of Director Emeriti.

Following the announcement, Shirley Lindsay and Mirnie Kashiwa spoke of Lorraine’s years of service to the Arts Guild.

They said that almost from the beginning she assisted her husband Al Stripp and Mirnie with the Central Adirondack Art Show, and as the program expanded, she helped with the Pocket Gallery, along with various workshops and musical events. Continue reading →

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Webb board considers Mountainman one-day Stand-Up Paddle race, event

Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company requested that a portion of the lakefront near Pied Piper be used for a one-day Stand-Up Paddleboard event on Saturday, July 21.

Taking place at the event would be paddle activities that include free demos and a Stand-Up Paddle race. No sales would happen at the lakefront, according to Mountainman.

Some town board members said they support the idea and the event, but would like more details, particularly as to the number of “pop-ups” that would be assembled on the lakefront. Supervisor Ted Riehle said that information could be acquired for the board’s meeting on Monday, July 16, when a final vote would be taken. Continue reading →

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Alumni of Town of Webb School’s Class of 1944 gather for reunion

Celebrating their 68th Town of Webb High School Reunion on Wednesday, July 11, three members of the Class of 1944 met at the same spot as they did last year—at the picnic table in the Souvenir Village parking lot.

Reminiscing about their high school days were Charlie Kiefer, Harry Girou and Bob Crofut.

“They were good days and we got a good education,” Girou said.

“And there were some good teachers there,” Crofut added.

“We had a lot of fun but the sports programs were kind of tough because there was no gas. They couldn’t use buses for transportation so we didn’t have actual games with other schools, except for every once in a while,” Kiefer said.

All three entered World War II military service upon graduation. Crofut and Girou joined the Navy and Kiefer joined the U.S. Army.

But when the war ended they all returned to Old Forge. Continue reading →

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Old Forge: Spring Outdoor Expo in works

Chip Kiefer, from left, Scott Locorini and Beth Tickner, who are kicking-off the Adirondack Outdoor Expo to be held next spring. Photo by Carol Hansen

The first spring Adirondack Outdoor Expo is being planned for Saturday and Sunday, April 27 and 28 in Old Forge by organizers Scott Locorini and Chip Kiefer, consultant Leo Maloney of the NY State Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame, and event coordinator Beth Tickner.

The event will take place at the George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center on North Street.

“We’re hoping to not only fill the pavilion with vendors, but to also hold outdoor demonstrations and seminars throughout both days. It will encompass an awful lot of the outdoor recreational opportunities available here in the Central Adirondacks,” Kiefer said.

The Expo will feature fishing and hunting, in addition to hiking and biking, canoeing and kayaking, camping and tenting and outdoor photography. The committee also plans to offer interactive shooting ranges and other activities.

“This is our first effort to try to combine all there is to do outdoors in one event,” Kiefer said.

The team of organizers welcomes anyone who would like to become a vendor or who would be interested in leading any instructional seminars to call (315) 369-6699, 369-5393, or email: AdkOutdoorExpo@gmail.com.

Sponsors of the event are Whitewater Challengers/ Adirondack Exposure, Souvenir Village, Water’s Edge Inn and Conference Center and Old Forge Camping Resort.

For more information visit: info@adkoutdoorexpo.com.

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Friends to gather July 21 to celebrate the life of Dorthy Smith

A gathering of friends to celebrate the life and memories of Dorthy Smith of Eagle Bay, who passed away July 2, 2012, will be held at Inlet’s Fern Park on Saturday, July 21 from noon to 5 p.m.

Food, water, and iced tea will be provided. Bring a lawn chair, BYOB and soda if you choose.

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Local violinist Will Knuth, and Adam Levin to perform at View’s Gould Hall on July 21

Duo Sonidos: William Knuth & Adam Levin. Photo by Teresa Tam Studio

The guitar/violin duo of Duo Sonidos, featuring classical guitarist Adam Levin and violinist William (Will) Knuth will perform in Gould Hall at View on Saturday, July 21 at 7 p.m.

Based in Boston, they are recognized as leading chamber musicians, with their striking combination of classical guitar and violin.

They have performed throughout the U.S. and Europe and have been honored as U.S. Fulbright Scholars in the field of music performance in Madrid, Spain and Vienna, Austria.

Their debut album, Duo Sonidos, released in November 2010, was awarded first prize at the 2010 Luys Milan Interna-tional Chamber Music Competi-tion in Valencia, Spain.

It was also selected by BBC Music magazine as US Choice Release, and it received acclaim and features in Fanfare Magazine, Classical Guitar Magazine, and American Record Guide.

Adam Levin, a native of Chicago, holds BM and BA degrees from Northwestern University in Music Performance, Psychology, and Pre-med, and a Masters in Music degree from New England Conservatory in Boston.

He has played guitar since age seven, he said. Continue reading →

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Caitlin Bailey, Tina Walley awarded Scholarships

Caitlin Bailey

Caitlin Bailey and Tina Walley were among several recipients of Masonic Scholarship Awards presented by The Grand Lodge of the State of New York and Concordant Bodies-

Tina Walley

Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite and York Rite-New York State at a ceremony held Sunday, July 8 in the auditorium of the Masonic Care Community in Utica.

Caitlin, a 2012 graduate of the Town of Webb School is the daughter of Jon and Leslie Bailey of Old Forge. Tina, also a graduate of the Town of Webb School, is the daughter of Chuck and Sue Walley of Otter Lake.

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