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East Branch Friends of the Arts Presents

The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts presents

Durham County Poets

Friday, July 25, 7:30 pm

The Durham County Poets are a dynamic and versatile band whose music transcends genres, weaving together Blues, Soul, Folk, R&B, and Gospel to create a signature Canadiana sound. Formed in Ormstown, Quebec, their journey from a humble café to stages across Canada and the United States has been marked by their infectious energy and heartfelt songwriting.

Known for their rich storytelling and musical versatility, the Durham County Poets bring every song to life, creating unforgettable live performances.

Learn more and get tickets HERE.

The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts, 8897 NY-30, Blue Mountain Lake

The Jay Entertainment & Music Society and Town of Jay present

Atlantic Crossing 

Saturday, July 26, 6 pm, free, donations gratefully accepted

Arlantic Crossing’s music is deeply rooted in the Celtic British Isles and in French & Maritime Canada, and their arrangements reveal a profound love of these traditions, together with a high level of creativity and emotional expression, all delivered with a healthy dose of fun.

“Energetic, high spirited, and playful. Your toes will tap, and your spirits will soar.”

Outdoors, Historic Town of Jay Green. Rain: Amos & Julia Ward Theater. Both located at: 15 Parkside Rd., Jay

Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH) announces

 Annual Preservation Awards

AARCH’s Annual Preservation Awards recognize exemplary historic preservation work throughout the region. We honor examples of sensitive restoration, adaptive reuse, community revitalization, and long-term stewardship. 

Our 2025 recipients represent the wide range of projects, places, and people who are helping to preserve and enhance the unique heritage and built environment of the Adirondacks.

The 2025 awardees are:

Robert and Electa Waddell House, Restoration & Rehabilitation

  Johnsburg Historical Society, Johnsburg, Warren County

Putnam Camp,  Long-Term Stewardship

  Putnam Camp Board of Directors, Keene Valley, Essex County

Stowersville House, Restoration

  Deborah Coffin, Lewis, Essex County

Irish House, Restoration

  Patricia & John Cogswell, Loon Lake, Franklin County

Bateman Hotel, Rehabilitation

  Gregg Firster, Lowville, Lewis County

MacNaughton Cottage, Restoration

  Open Space Institute, Newcomb, Essex County

Strand Theatre, Restoration & Long-Term Stewardship

  Robert Card & Helen Zyma, Old Forge, Herkimer County

Northwood Cabins, Long-Term Stewardship

  Brian & Renee Burns, Tupper Lake, Franklin County

Trude Fitelson:, Lifetime Achievement

  Thousand Island Park, Jefferson County

AARCH’s Preservation Awards Ceremony will be held 4 – 6:30 pm on Friday, Sept. 19, at Frontier Town Gateway in North Hudson. 

See full details HERE.

Image: The Robert and Electa Waddell House in Johnsburg was one of the awardees of AARCH’s  2025 Annual Preservation Awards .

Fort Ticonderoga Unveils

Heroic Corn Maze: A Corn Maze Adventure

Saturday, July 26 – Sunday, October 26, 10 – 4:30

Fort Ticonderoga is thrilled to announce the grand return of its 6-Acre Heroic Corn Maze & Maze Quest Adventure! This year’s maze isn’t just a challenge; it’s a unique, immersive journey back to the very beginnings of America, featuring an all-new REAL TIME REVOLUTION™ design created to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Forget your average corn maze. Fort Ticonderoga’s design stands alone, intricately woven with pivotal moments and untold stories of the American Revolution. As you navigate the towering stalks on the picturesque shores of Lake Champlain, you’ll embark on the Maze Quest: Great Journeys of the Revolutionary War. This unparalleled adventure highlights six incredible tales of heroism and epic travels from 1775, from covert scouting missions to Montreal to the monumental Noble Train of Artillery to Boston.

Full details HERE.

Ft. Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga

Tupper Arts presents

Danny Lipsitz and The Brass Tracks

Saturday, July 26, 7 pm

Channeling the performative schools of Louis Prima, Little Richard, and Cab Calloway, Danny Lipsitzleads The Brass Tacks in a dynamic ride of hit mid 20th century music in spectacular style. A high-energy ensemble of world-class talent, The Brass Tacks expertly navigate swing, jazz, rock ‘n’ roll, klezmer, jump blues, and traditional pop with Danny showcasing up to five instruments in a set. The captivating, feel-good music for people from all walks of life has earned the band a dedicated following.

Hosted at the Tupper Lake Bandshell, Flanders Park, 7 Martin Street, Tupper Lake

Lake Placid Sinfonietta presents

Tapestry

Sunday, July 27, 7:30 pm

This concert offers a journey through the emotive power of music, featuring an evocative blend of lush orchestral textures, expressive vocal artistry, and rhythmic vitality. The program opens with Edward Elgar’s Sospiri, a deeply introspective and tender work that captures the fragility of the human spirit. This is followed by Jeremy Gill’s Epiphanies , showcasing soprano Robin Johannsen in a series of poetic and expressive vocal pieces that delve into the nuances of human emotion and storytelling. The concert concludes with Ludwig van Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 7, a masterpiece celebrated for its energetic rhythms, driving momentum, and triumphant character, offering a rousing and uplifting finale. Together, these works create a vivid tapestry of introspection, lyrical beauty, and dynamic exuberance.

More information and purchase tickets HERE.

Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Dr, Lake Placid

The View Arts Center presents

The Seven Wonders

Saturday, July 26, 7:30

The Seven Wonders authentically recreate and bring the stage alive with the hits that propelled Fleetwood Mac into the Grammy and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, including “Dreams”, “Go Your Own Way”, “Rhiannon”, “Landslide”, “Gypsy”, and more. The band consists of seven world-class musicians whose onstage charisma invokes the styles of the original band in its prime. You’ll feel as though you are actually in the room with Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, Christine McVie, John McVie, and Mick Fleetwood. Replicating the sounds of one of the world’s most beloved, top-selling bands, The Seven Wonders reconnect fans with the music they love. With three sold-out performances at View in the last two summers, we think you will agree!

Tickets are HERE.

The View Arts Center, 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge

The Elizabethtown Social Center presents

Swing Dance Lessons With Gwen & Chad

With Live Music by Piotr Barcz Trio with special guest Ralph Lane

Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 6 pm

From 6 – 7 pm, Chad and Gwen will guide dancers through the fundamentals of swing dance, including 6-count footwork, lead-and-follow communication, and even a few stylish moves to show off on the dance floor. Whether you’re brand new to swing or just brushing up your steps, this class welcomes all experience levels!

Then from 7 – 8:30 pm, the dance floor opens up to live vintage swing tunes by the Piotr Barcz Trio with special guest Ralph Lane. Bring your family, friends, or just your love of music—this is a night to dance, socialize, and soak up the feel-good vibes of classic swing.

For more information please visit HERE.Contact us at 518-873-6408 or news@elizabethtownsocialcenter.org with any questions.

Elizabethtown Social Center, 7626 US Route 9, Elizabethtown