Pendragon Theatre Updates

Seeking volunteers! 

Pendragon needs to start cleaning out our theatre space to begin prepping for a move into our new home. 

We have two dates we’re looking to do this:

October 18th

October 25th

Pizza and beverages provided! (Beverages vary based on age… )

Sign up HERE for a shift if you are able to lend a hand or visit HERE. 

And WHERE is Pendragon moving to?

Downtown Saranac Lake at 56 Woodruff Street, set to be complete by next spring. Some recent progress includes:

West elevation painting

Lobby framing revealing the theatre entrance & ticket window

Electrical & plumbing rough-ins

Restroom tile work

Old concrete floors getting prepped for final finish

Every step brings us closer to a new home in 2026. Your support makes it possible; donate HERE.

Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge presents

Roochie Toochie and the Ragtime Shepherd Kings

Thursday, October 9, 7 pm

Join us for a night of whimsy, theatricality, and of course great music! Roochie Toochie and the Ragtime Shepherd Kings are taking over the Lounge  and you don’t want to miss it. 

When you see the Ragtime Shepherd Kings you’ll witness: fancy fiddling, dueling hawaiian guitars, ukelele wizardry, a menagerie of toy instruments, vocal harmonies that sound as if they were polished by hand, a musical pig “porkestra,” and whatever else the gang has up their sleeves. 

The Roochie Toochies are a group of musician pals who joined forces because of their love of novelty music from the wax cylinder era and have brought to life music from 90-100 years ago in a way that delights people from 7-97.

Details and tickets HERE.

Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge, 12198 Rte 9N, Upper Jay

The Strand Center for the Arts presents

The Arts in Plattsburgh: Past and Present

A solo exhibition by artist Roscoe Duquette

Friday, October 10 – Saturday, November 1

Opening reception Friday, October 10, 5 – 8 pm

In this exhibition, Roscoe will have a collection of work made in the last six months that celebrates the evolution of the art scene in Plattsburgh. With scenes from local art and theatre productions to historical portraits, this exhibition showcases how the arts in Plattsburgh are a pivotal part of the community and its growth. 

“The Arts in Plattsburgh: Past and Present is the artist’s love letter to the artistic talent found in his hometown. This exhibition highlights local theatre productions and the impressive collection of portraiture found at the Kent-Delord House Museum through the mediums of painting and drawing. Roscoe hopes his work will encourage viewers’ active participation within Plattsburgh’s growing arts scene!”—Roscoe Duquette, Artist

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

Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC) presents

Good Feelings, Annual Juried Show

Thru Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Featuring a juried selection of works by regional artists. Juror: Anne Nelson.

More info HERE.

Lapham Gallery, 7 Lapham Place, Glens Falls

The Whallonsburg Grange presents

Ethan Setiawan and Fine Ground

Saturday, October 11, 2025, 7:30 pm

Ethan Setiawan & Fine Ground comprises some of the finest bluegrass musicians to come out of the Northeast. Born of a yearning to return to bluegrass roots, Fine Ground takes time-honored traditions and imbues them with original tunes and exceptional songwriting. The band includes Setiawan on mandolin, BB Bowness on banjo, Julian Pinelli on fiddle, Alex Rubin on guitar, and Brittany Karlson on bass.

More info HERE.

Whallonsburg Grange, 1610 NYS Route 22, Whallonsburg

The Sembrich presents

From the Heart of Ukraine: An Evening of Songs and Arias

Friday, October 10, 2025, 7 pm

The Sembrich is partnering with the Ukrainian Classical Voice Project to present a concert of Ukrainian art songs and arias performed by artists from across the Capital Region including sopranos Irina Petrik and Vedrana Kalas, and baritone Caleb Eick.

More info and tickets HERE.

The Sembrich, 4800 Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing

The View Arts Center presents

Secrets of Great Storytelling: Writing a Novel or Memoir that Sells!

Saturday, October 11, 2025, 9 – 12, virtual via Zoom

Every well-told story—whether a novel or memoir—needs a great creative plan. An underlying “blueprint” that empowers the story with energy and interest and other storytelling skills.

As well, there are ways to develop memorable characters and riveting scenes that keep your readers turning pages.

This intensive workshop will span these all-important basics, and can launch your writing to new levels and help you on your way to success at selling your book to publishers.

Instructor David Hazard is a veteran of the publishing world, with 45 years in the field. As a coach, he has launched more than 500 authors in their writing careers. As a writer, he has published more than 30 books, including million-selling and internationally award-winning titles. He is the director of ASCENT, an international coaching program for authors.

Full details including future workshops are HERE.

North Country Public Radio and Adirondack Center for Writing present

Howl Story Slam at the Waterhole

Friday, October 10, 7 – 9 pm

The Howl Season 9 is heading to the Waterhole in Saranac Lake.

The theme is “Go Your Own Way” — stories of roads less taken, independence, dancing to your own tune, or just plan old getting lost.

Think you’ve got a story to share? Sign up on the night and take the stage for five minutes of storytelling glory. Don’t want to tell a story? No problem! Come be part of the audience, become a judge (we pick from the crowd!), and cheer on your favorite tellers.

The night’s winner will earn a spot in the Howl Grand Slam at the end of the year!

Additional info HERE.

The Waterhole, 48 Main St, Saranac Lake

Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum presents

Harvest Weekend

Friday & Saturday, October 11 & 12, 10 am – 4 pm

This is the last special event of the season at Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum.

• Demos include: cornharvesting & storing of corn, hit & miss engines, sawmilling, blacksmithing
•Kids games, corn box search, pumpkin making, butter making
•Popcorn and Cotton Candy
•Ride the stagecoach, antique fire truck and Thomas the Train
•Snacks and beverages available in the museum store

More information HERE.

Babbie Rural & Farm Learning Museum, 250 River Road, Peru