Essex County Arts Council Out and About

Today’s ECAC Out and About Column by Arts Administrator Susan Hughes takes a look at the Essex County Arts scene exciting upcoming September events.

The Art continues – post Labor Day!

Labor Day is here, and many of our area cultural organizations are wrapping up the whirl of summer events. BUT there is still much to do out there…including some exceptional art exhibits to be enjoyed. Here are a few that ECAC helped to support through 2022 CAP funding:

Adirondack Art Association, Essex, NY: The Adirondack Arts Association has been enjoying its new gallery space on Main Street in Essex – so much so that they are able to extend their season into the fall! On September 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 and October 1-2, 8-10, the Gallery will be open from 12 until 4 pm. (These are the Saturdays and Sundays from the weekend after Labor Day thru the October holiday). Learn more HERE.

Adirondack History Museum, Elizabethtown, NY: In addition to several other interesting exhibits, the Adirondack History Museum mounted an exceptional exhibit by Adirondack artist Paul Matthews in its Rosenberg gallery on the 2nd floor. The museum is open until October 8th, hours are Wed – Sat, 10 am-4 pm, Sunday 12noon – 4 pm. More details are HERE.

Tahawus Center, Au Sable Forks: The exhibit “Journey” opens to the public on Saturday, September 10. Artists Heidi Gero and Carrie Plumadore are driven by curiosity, exploration, and discovery.

In the painted renderings by Gero of Adirondack places, people, and wildlife, viewers may recognize and share a meditative journey through time. Plumadore works exclusively with found, repurposed items, entwining them from ordinary everyday wear and use into intriguing, allegorical hangings. The Gallery will be open to the public 1-2:30 on Saturdays through October, and almost anytime by appointment. TahawusCenter@gmail.com.

Ticonderoga Arts, Ticonderoga, NY: Ti Arts’ exhibit, “Inside and Outside the Box: Abstracts & Assemblages” can be viewed August 24 – September 17, hours are 10 am-4 pm Wed – Sat.

In addition, you should check out their 9th Annual Plein Air Festival, September 15 – 18. Artists may sign up HERE to come to Ticonderoga and paint for three days, then exhibit and sell their artwork on September 18th. From September 22 – October 22, artists Jerry Wein and Palma Brozzetti will be featured in an exhibit entitled: “Photo Salon: A Thousand Words,” with an opening reception on September 23rd from 5-7 pm.

Saranac Lake Artworks, Saranac Lake, NY: The membership of Saranac Lake Artworks has events, openings and exhibits throughout the Fall. In particular, you might check out their ArtsMarket and Studio Tours on Saturday, September 24th, from 9 am – 1 pm. You can find more information in their calendar HERE. ECAC has a reciprocal membership with SLArtworks and works closely with them to promote individual artists in the North Country.

Paper Marbling Art Workshop

Friday, September 9, 6 pm and Saturday, September 10, 4 pm

John Bielik will host a paper marbling workshop for adults on Friday evening from 6-8 pm at the Tannery Pond Center Green Room. The workshop cost is $10 per person* payable via cash or check in advance at our ticket window during building hours or at the start of the workshop. To reserve your spot, please call 518-251-2505. Space is limited to the first 16 reserved spots.

On Saturday, John Bielik will be hosting a free demonstration from 12-4 pm outside on the green space on the North side of the building. Saturday’s demonstration is open to all guests. No reservations are required for Saturday. A food truck will be available for guests to enjoy lunch.

More information HERE.

Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main Street,North Creek

Back to School Time Capsules

Family Craft Program

Wednesday, September 7, 2022, 4 pm, $5

For this program, participants can fill a jar with mementos from the beginning of a new school year. These jars are little time capsules, open them on the last day of school in 2023 and see how much has changed!

To register, please call (518) 793-2826 by Tuesday, September 6 at 5 pm. Parental participation is encouraged and supervision is required.

Chapman Museum, 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls

Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts