Downtown Artists Cellar Presents

ART On East Main Street 

Open Juried Exhibit

Friday, November 29 – Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Reception and Awards Friday, November 29, 5-7 pm

Open juried exhibit for emerging and professional artists aged 18 and older, featuring a variety of mediums, including ceramics, jewelry, and fiber art. award winners will have the opportunity to be showcased in DAC’s member gallery in 2025 and will be announced at the reception.

Outside of Pouring Light Studios – Jackie Ta

Downtown Artist Cellar, 410 East Main Street, Malone

Sunday, December 8, 2024 4 pm

Based on last year’s incredible success, we think this concert will sell out. Don’t miss being a part of it—you’ll see favorite dance scenes from “The Nutcracker” by Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet, great music by the musicians of the Symphony, and amazing choristers from South Glens Falls and Warrensburg High Schools for an evening of family holiday favorites such Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride,” Feliz Navidad, sing-alongs with the combined chorus, music by John Rutter and Vaughan Williams, and many more.

Get tickets HERE.

Glens Falls High School Auditorium , 10 Quade Street, Glens Falls

Peru Drama Club Presents 

10 Ways to Survive the Holidays 

Friday, December 6 , 7:30 pm

Saturday, December 7, 2 and 7:30pm

Peru Drama Club will present 10 Ways to Survive the Holidays on December 6th and 7th with a cast of 25 students from grades 6 through 12.

This holiday-themed show tells a lighthearted story of “survival”: full of chaos, whimsy, and the memories made during the most wonderful times of the year. Whether it’s corny family photos, the plight of never-ending christmas carols, delayed flights and tantrums, or even ghosts of christmas past and present, this show covers, and lightly pokes fun, at it all!

Written as a comedy suitable for everyone, this show is sure to keep you entertained between festivities. Besides, what’s better during the holiday season than spending time together?

The show runs December 6th @7:30pm; December 7th @ 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Admission is $8 in advance and $10 at the door.

Tickets are currently available for purchase. Please visit HERE
or HERE. For more information, 518-551-0811 or perudramaclub@gmail.com.

The View’s Black Bear Players Present 

It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Friday, December 6, 2024, 7:30 – 9 pm

Saturday, December 7, 2:30 – 4 pm

The Black Bear Players at View are proud to announce their next production, It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play adapted by Joe Landry.

Adapted from the beloved Frank Capra Holiday film, It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play is performed in front of a live audience, like the radio shows of the 1940’s, specifically in the fictional New York radio studio WBFR in Manhattan, NY Christmas Eve, 1946.

Actors of all ages play many different roles as the classic story unfolds in front of studio microphones and a Foley sound effects table that will transport the audience into the world of the story.

More info and tickets HERE.

Traditional Arts in Upstate New York (TAUNY) Presents

Holiday Open House 

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 

See full schedule of activities HERE.

TAUNY, 52 Main Street, Canton

Adirondack Experience Artist-in-Residence Program

Open Application Period through December 13, 2024

In 2025, the Adirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, (ADKX) will be offering four one-month residencies for artists, filled by an application process. For questions, please email Cheryl Braunstein, ADKX Director of Interpretation, at cbraunstein@theadkx.org.

Get more details HERE.

Friday – Sunday, December 6-8, 2024

Get ready for a fun-filled holiday experience in Tupper Lake! Join us for the Tupper Lake Holiday Stroll!

Explore the town as local businesses and restaurants shine with twinkling lights. Enjoy numerous opportunities to see Santa and exciting holiday activities and events for the entire family.

It truly is a magical kickoff to winter and the holiday season! Don’t miss out on this festive community-wide celebration!

See the full schedule of events HERE.

A Holiday Celebration 

Presented by North Country Singers

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 7 pm 
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 4 pm

The North Country Singers under the direction of Denise Conti will present their annual Holiday Celebration on December. Special guests will include the JCS Holiday Band under the direction of Max Garrett (Sat.), Don Preuninger on solo piano, Robin Jay, reader, and the Three Hoots (Sun.).  A reception will follow the performance.  Donations to help cover the concert costs are appreciated. 

Details and reservations HERE.

Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek

The Bolton Landing Holiday Home Tour

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 11 – 4

Experience a magical afternoon in Bolton Landing with a self-guided tour of five stunning homes, each a radiant jewel of holiday cheer. Witness these magnificent residences dressed in glistening holiday magic, capturing the true spirit of the season.

This event is more than just a visual delight—it’s a heartwarming celebration with a purpose. All proceeds from the Holiday House Tour will benefit the Conkling Center, allowing your visit to support a meaningful cause.

More info and tickets HERE.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Canton Hosts

Zen Buddhist Tea Ceremony Demonstration 

Saturday, December 7, 1 – 3 pm 

The demonstration will be presented by Tea Master Kaori MacWilliams of the Omotesenke School. The ceremony is free and open to all. 

For additional details, visitHERE.

Registration is suggested; register HERE.

UUC, 3 1/2 E Main St., Canton

Miracle on Margaret Street

Saturday, December 7, 1 — 6 pm

Something magical is coming back to Margaret Street!

See the full schedule of events HERE.

The Strand Center for the Arts,23 Brinkerhoff St., Plattsburgh

John Brown Farm State Historic Site Presents

Holiday Crafts for All Ages

Saturday, December 7, noon – 3:30 pm

Join us for holiday card ink-stamping and paper snowflake making. This free event will take place in the visitor center in the barn. Holiday and nature-themed stamps are available. All materials provided, as well as hot chocolate, cider and cookies. 

If you make a snowflake for our tree you’ll have a chance to bring it to the historic house.

John Brown Farm State Historic Site, 115 John Brown Road, Lake Placid

The Jay Craft Center Presents