The Summer Concert Series held on the Old Forge Lakefront on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. will feature Jonny Hirsch on August 9. Fusing elements of rock, funk, jazz, and skat singing with a powerful voice and a dynamic saxophone, Jonny Hirsch’s music has an original sound of its own, while staying true to its roots in new age blues and funk.
Everyone is welcome for this free concert and all should bring a chair or a blanket.
Expanded recreational activities will be offered at the Tug Hill North Unit under the final Unit Management Plan (UMP) released on July 31 by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Marc Gerstman.
“The Tug Hill North UMP has been well-received locally and in particular by those who enjoy snowmobiling, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, trapping, cross-country skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities,” Gerstman said. Continue reading
Adirondack Landscape and Fine Art Photography, a solo exhibit featuring the work of award-winning artist Carolynn McCann, is currently on display at the Old Forge Library.
An Opening Exhibit Reception will be held on Friday, August 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. with acoustic music by Dan Vellone.
The public is invited to stop by for light refreshments, meet and visit with the artist and view her beautiful work. Continue reading
by Andrew Getty
Who knew the sign ordinance would rise above other Code Office issues, seemingly, including those dealing with life safety, health and water quality, and assistance to numerous individuals with their major home projects.
But signs are important to many, whether they be businesses or opponents of sign clutter. Continue reading
Brian Detlefs and Emily Ide
Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts will present a live performance of the three-time Tony award winning play, Urinetown the Musical, at the Strand Theatre in Old Forge on Saturday, August 8 at 2 p.m.
Set in a world where water is scarce and corporations control the plumbing, Urinetown satirizes the legal system, capitalism, social irresponsibility, populism, municipal politics and corporate mismanagement.
In a Gotham-like city, a water shortage caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. Continue reading
All are welcome to attend upcoming programs at the Woodgate Library.
The Utica Zoomobile will make a visit to the library on Saturday, August 8 at 7 p.m. This is a chance to see and learn about a variety of different animals. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Continue reading
Niccolls Memorial Presby-terian Church is taking orders for the Food Sense package for August. Each “unit” costs $15.50. This program is open to all. There are no eligibility requirements nor is there any obligation to purchase food every month.
The August unit consists of ground beef, Pollock fillets, Polish sausage, chicken strips, cheddar cheese, fresh macaroni salad, Hamburger Helper, applesauce, frozen vegetable, pork & beans and two fresh produce items. Continue reading