Tahawus Gallery, Au Sable Forks 

Call for Art 

Tahawus is looking for color, any media—sculpture, paint, drawings. We will consider unusual as well as conventional designs using flowers, or about flowers, or simulating flowers, for example autumn leaves, twigs, stones, paper, plastic, construed to look like roses, daisies, or who knows what.

The element of surprise! So keep the word “spring” in the forefront of your mind, and what it suggests, because we will be looking for fresh and glorious color, and startling ideas.

Deadline to submit is February 28, 2025

Classes at ArtRise for kids and adults

Our next session is right around the corner!

Winter is a great time to explore a new creative hobby and connect with people in our community! Which class peaks your interest?

The full schedule is HERE.

ArtRise, 62 Main Street, Saranac Lake

Adirondack Center for Writing announces

Emilie Allen is new program manager

Emilie brings over 20 years of experience in creative writing and intermedia, as well as a dedication to community arts organizing. She comes to ACW with a strong track record of creating inclusive spaces that amplify diverse voices. A North Country native, she holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia and MA in Media Studies from Concordia University.

Learn more HERE.

ACW, 15 Broadway, Saranac Lake

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Canton presents

Discovering African American Pioneer History in St. Lawrence County

Sunday, February 9, noon.

UUC of Canton will host a discussion exploring the remarkable contributions of African Americans to St. Lawrence County illuminated in Bryan S. Thompson’s inspiring book, African Americans of St. Lawrence County: North Country Pioneers, 

This compelling work brings to light the resilience, determination, and pioneering spirit of African Americans who helped shape the region’s identity. To celebrate and honor these stories, the community is invited to a book discussion. The event will create a space to learn about the rich and often overlooked history of African Americans in the North Country, fostering dialogue about their impact and legacy.

Additional details HERE.

Unitarian Universalist Church, 3 1/2 E Main St., Canton

Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts Online Series presents

Anita & Julian Graef, classical strings performance

This reprise of the August 2024 concert by cellist Anita Graef and her brother, Julian, on violin and viola is now live HERE.

Back in Blue: The Online Series brings back concerts and theatre performances from our fantastic 2024 season. Additional info is HERE.

Indian Lake Theater Announces Free Movie Tickets for Kids in February

The Indian Lake Theater is launching a special program for the month of February: movie admission is waived for all kids ages 17 and under when accompanied by an adult. Child movie tickets are typically priced at $5 each, while adults 18 and over are $8. The Indian Lake Theater is offering the pilot program in February as a trial to gauge interest. 
 

Located in Indian Lake, the mission of the Indian Lake Theater is to offer a gathering space that entertains, engages & enriches the economic and cultural life of the Central Adirondacks. The theater is the only non-profit movie theater and stage located in Hamilton County. The theater is open year-round, providing a range of movies, live theater, concerts, and special events to local residents and visitors. 

See what’s showing and when HERE.

Indian Lake Theater, 6311 Nys Route 30, Indian Lake

SLC Arts presents

2025 St. Lawrence County Arts Council Arts Recognition Award nominations open now!

Each year, the St. Lawrence County Arts Council proudly recognizes an exceptional community member who has made outstanding contributions and brought innovation to St. Lawrence County. Nominations are open now—don’t miss the opportunity to honor someone who has made a difference!

Nominations must be submitted to be considered by February 28, 6 pm. No late submissions will be taken.

More info and submission form HERE.

The Westport Library Presents

Meadowmount School of Music in Concert

Featuring 2024 Gurrena Fellow Kento Hong (Violin)

Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 7 pm

Japanese-Taiwanese American violinist Kento Hong has drawn critical attention and won numerous awards, including the 2021 Yehudi Menuhin International Competition (4th prize), 2022 Thomas and Evon Cooper International Competition (6th prize and audience prize), and the 2024 Arthur Grumiaux Competition (3rd prize), among others.

Kento has performed at major venues, including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, sharing the stage with renowned artists like Maxim Vengerov and Jaime Laredo. Kento was selected as an active finalist participant in the Kronberg Academy Masterclass 2023 and has been a guest artist on NPR’s From The Top. In the Fall of 2024, he received the $50,000 Gurrena Fellowship career grant from the Meadowmount School of Music.

Westport library, 6 Harris Lane, Westport

Lake Placid Center for the Arts Presents

Introduction to Floor Loom Weaving with Cheryl Maid

Monday, February 10, 10 am – 4 pm
Wednesday, February 12, Optional 11 am – 2 pm
Monday, February 17, 10 am – 4 pm
Monday, March 3, 10 am – 12 pm

This workshop will introduce participants to weaving on a 4-shaft floor loom. Students will learn how to prepare a warp, dress a loom, and will weave two long narrow warps that can become a table runner or wall hanging.

More details and register HERE. Space is limited!

LPCA, 17 Algonquin Drive, Lake Placid

The Beater Room Boys: Growing Up in an Adirondack Mill Town

Monday, February 3, 7 –  8 pm, Free, via Zoom

Join us as we welcome Stephen Cernek to discuss his new book centered on the experiences of a hometown boy who worked at the mill in the summer of 1969 before leaving for college. 

The Beater Room Boys casts an insightful eye on the pulp and paper industry’s outsized influence on the social, economic, and environmental history of the town. 

Stephen will provide a brief overview of his work, followed by in interview with Mitch Teich of North Country Public Radio. The program will conclude with a Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to engage directly with Stephen. 

Register HERE.

In case you missed it…

North Country Public Radio (NCPR) had two wonderful arts-related stories this week. Here they are!

“Music, theater and the magic of the arts in Elizabethtown”

For her North Country at Work program, Ana Williams-Bergen interviews Susan Hughes, Essex County Arts Council’s director, about her many roles as a choir director, women’s barbershop singer, and community musical director. Listen to or read this delightful piece HERE.

Susan Hughes. Photo: Ana Williams-Bergen.

“Artist Michael Burpoe captures the magic of Winter Carnival in Saranac Lake”

And don’t miss Emily Russel’s profile of Adirondack Artist Guild’s newest member Michael Burpoe HERE.

Saranac Lake artist Michael Burpoe painting at his home studio. Photo: Emily Russell.