Adirondack Trail Community Day is tomorrow!

June 21, 2025, all day event

This family friendly celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail will showcase the natural landscape, communities and businesses along the corridor with a fun-filled day of activities, food and live music.  The event is rain or shine with the Harrietstown Hall as an indoor party location in the event of inclement weather.

See the full schedule HERE.

Riverside Park, Saranac Lake. The event is rain or shine with the Harrietstown Hall as an indoor party location in the event of inclement weather.

And listen out for Ploughman’s Lunch at the event party!

Keene Arts Presents

Red Canna, with Poet Marilyn McCabe

Thursday, June 26, 7 pm

Red Canna Trio is a chamber jazz group playing original compositions and arrangements of pianist/composer Elizabeth Woodbury Kasius and a selection of other modern composers, including Astor Piazzolla, T.S. Monk and Hermeto Pascoal. With the genre-bending Woodbury Kasius on piano, the stunning violinist Mitsuko Suzuki and the heralded bassist Bobby Kendall, plus frequent guest vocalist Shari Seidman Parslow, Red Canna is at once reflective and rife with joy. This concert includes a collaboration with poet/Keene resident Marilyn McCabe, with poems and music inspired by Adirondack rivers.

Keene Arts, 10881 NYS RT 73, Keene

The Lake Placid – North Elba Historical Society Presents

Museum Open House & Reception

Thursday, June 26, 5 – 7 pm

The Bookstore Plus presents

Book Signing with local authors Rebecca Donnelly and Laura Lavoie

Saturday, June 28, 1 -3 pm

About The Books

Survival of the Fittest: Who’s Got the Best Medicine? byRebecca Donnellyis the second installment of this full-color graphic novel chapter book—explore medical marvels and discover all that animals can do in a science competition!

Chess Club by Rebecca Donnellyis a middle grade novel about a group of middle schoolers that form a chess club, navigating not just the board but the highs and lows of middle school social life.

Cousins: A Big Family Story by Laura Lavoie is a bright, funny, and feel-good picture book about how families come together and celebrate their differences, perfect for fans of Shh! We Have a Plan! and The Secret Society of Aunts and Uncles.

The Thirteen Doors of Black House by Laura Lavoie is a fast-paced scary mystery that is destined to become a classic haunted house book for kids.

About The Authors 

Rebecca Donnelly was born in England and has lived in California, Florida, and New Mexico. She has an MA in Humanities and a Master’s in Library and Information Science. She is the author of many best-loved books for children, including Cats Are a Liquid (nominated for the Mewbery Award), How Slippery Is a Banana Peel?, and Super Spaghetti. Her debut middle-grade novel, How to Stage a Catastrophe, was an Indies Introduce/Kids’ Indie Next pick. Rebecca lives in and writes from northern New York.

Laura Lavoie has written Vampire Vacation, Monster Baker, and the forthcoming picture books Duck, Duck, Taco Truck  and COUSINS!. She holds dual master’s degrees in education and mental health counseling and began her career working as a counselor for young kids. She is a mom of two daughters, ages 8 and 6. 

More details HERE.

The Bookstore Plus, 2491 Main Street, Lake Placid

The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts (ALCA) announces

Celebration Weekend

Saturday, June 28, and Sunday, June 29

The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts (ALCA) is thrilled to announce a festive Celebration Weekend filled with community, culture, and creativity. The centerpiece of the weekend will be a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at noon on Saturday to celebrate the opening of ALCA’s new permanent, lakeside home, a milestone marking an exciting new chapter in the organization’s ongoing legacy of arts and engagement in the heart of the Adirondacks, with the theme Arts For All.

Adding to the excitement, the weekend features the return of the beloved No-Octane Regatta, a whimsical race of human-powered watercraft that invites ingenuity, humor, and a “splash” of friendly competition.

For more information and tickets, visit HERE.  

ALCA, 8897 State Route 30, Blue Mountain Lake

The Lower Adirondack Regional Center for History (LARCH) presents

The Shot Heard Round the World

Friday, June 27, 7 pm

Benefit for the Joshua Fund Dog Rescue

Double Axel at Big Z’s 

Saturday,  June 28, 8:30 pm. 

Get ready for a night of electrifying rock ‘n’ roll as Double Axel takes the stage at Big Z’s! This legendary local band is known for taking classic rock hits, breaking them down, and building them back up with raw energy, killer riffs, and Northern New York soul.

Whether you’re a die-hard rock fan or just love a good time, this is one show you don’t want to miss.

Tickets are $15 — and $5 from each cover goes straight to The Joshua Fund Dog Rescue, helping rescue dogs across the country. Rock out and do some good at the same time!

Grab your tickets HERE or snag them at the door the night of the show. Let’s pack the house and crank the volume—see you there!

Big Z’s Hangout at Lake Placid Lanes, 2750 Main St., Lake Placid

4th Annual Tri-Lakes Pride Festival, Saranac Lake

Brunch at the Belvedere Restaurant

Saturday, June 28

Pride Festival and Parade in Downtown Saranac Lake

Sunday, June 29, 12 – 4 pm

More information and schedule HERE

Cloudsplitter Studios at Tahawus Center presents

Summer Dance Classes for Teens and Adults

Rebecca Kelly teaches dance classes at Cloudsplitter Studio, Tahawus Center, in Au Sable Forks. Find out about private instruction, small group classes, dance projects, and more.
Teens – intermediate and up
Adult Mixed Levels, all welcome
Contact for schedule/ details: RKBallet@gmail.com

The Depot Theatre presents

First Date

June 26 – July 13

The Depot Theatre’s 47th Main Stage season kicks off with a hilarious, high-energy match made in musical theatre heaven: First Date, the offbeat Broadway hit that proves sometimes love shows up when you least expect it. First Date premiered on Broadway in 2013 and has since played to sold-out houses across the country.

When tightly wound Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a riotous exploration of modern dating, as every ex, friend, and inner voice crashes the party. With clever songs and rapid-fire banter, First Date is a celebration of risk, connection, and the courage it takes to put your heart on the line.

Tickets and more info HERE.

Depot Theatre, 6705 Main St, Westport

The Bark Eater Inn Presents

Paint Thinner

Friday, June 27, 7 – 9 pm

Peru Free Library launches

Art at the Library Program

Local artists Megan Charland and Sara Acors kicked-off a new series of art workshops at the Peru Free Library this spring.

This new series of workshops primarily focused on three underserved demographics: homeschool families, teenagers, and seniors over the age of 50.

Upcoming Workshops:

Intro to Zines (All Ages) 

Tuesday, June 24, 6 -8 pm. No registration required. 

Using collage, drawing, typewriter, and more, students will create unique zines to share with family and friends. Teaching Artist: Megan Charland.

Homeschool Drop-In

Thursday, June 26, 1 – 3 pm. Pop in any time and enjoy a variety of quick and fun art projects with Teaching Artist Sara Acors.

Intro to Cyanotypes for Seniors (Ages 50+) 

Saturday, June 28, 10 am – Noon. 

Learn to create one-of-a-kind “sun prints” using a variety of techniques from Teaching Artist Megan Charland. Pre-registration is required. Call the Peru Free Library at 518-643-8618 to register.

Peru Free Library, 3024 N Main St, Peru