Visitors examine a boat at Mountainman’s 2014 Paddlefest. Photo by Gina Greco
By Jay Lawson
The Adirondack Paddlefest layout will change in 2015, when the event is held in Old Forge from Thursday, May 14 through Sunday, May 17, which will make the traditional closing of Lakeview Avenue unnecessary, according to event host John Nemjo of Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company. Continue reading
The Town of Webb PBA and MAC’s Safe Ride would like to remind the public that the TIPS course will be available to area establishments free of charge on Wednesday May 13, at 11 a.m. at the Old Forge Fire Department.
Anyone wishing to attend must contact Officer Silverman by April 29 at (315) 369-3157 or 369-6515.
Space is limited. In order to attend and receive credit for the training reservations must be made in advance.
By Marianne Christy
Visitors to the Old Forge area will have the opportunity to enjoy a number of indoor and outdoor events over Memorial Day weekend as Town of Webb Publicity Director Mike Farmer announces the inaugural, Red, White & Blue: Spring into Summer Celebration.
The four-day celebration on Friday through Monday, May 22 to 25 will feature the annual town-wide garage sale, an Art Walk, musical performances, a Zoo Mobile, a children’s fishing derby, in-store specials and sidewalk sales and more on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Continue reading
Eileen Tobin, her niece Susanne Warren and friend Diana Klastow.
Old Forge resident Eileen Tobin returned for a visit this past weekend and joined friends for coffee and donuts following Mass at St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church on Sunday, February 22.
Tobin has been residing the past few months in Stone Ridge, NY with her niece Susanne Warren, while she receives medical treatment. Continue reading
Old Forge’s annual Winter Carnival weekend will be held Friday through Sunday, February 13 through 15 with events held in the village and at McCauley Mountain.
With the event taking place over Valentine’s weekend, Old Forge Loves Valentine’s Day is this year’s theme. Continue reading
Inlet gearing for holiday visitors
The Town of Inlet invites all to enjoy the festivities planned for its Adirondack Christmas on Main Street celebration on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 28, 29, and 30.
Stop by the Inlet Information Office when you get to town for a list of shops that will be open. While you are there, you can drop off your letters to Santa.
At the end of day bring your receipts from purchases made at Inlet businesses and receive a raffle ticket for every $10 spent to qualify to win a Holiday Basket. Continue reading
Plenty of Halloween festivities are planned throughout the area in celebration of the upcoming October 31 holiday.
Saw whet owl. Photo by Gary Lee
• The Inlet Youth Commission will also host its annual Halloween Parade and Party on Friday, October 24.
Parade line-up begins at 6:30 p.m. at the parking lot between St. Anthony’s Church and the Church of the Lakes on Main Street.
Following the parade through town, all are invited to the Inlet Emergency Services Building for costume judging and refreshments. Continue reading