East Branch Friends of the Arts presents

A Very, Very Cassie and Maggie Christmas

Wednesday, December 10, 7:30 pm

Nova Scotia born and raised Cassie and Maggie are bringing their deep love and understanding of Celtic music to Keene Valley for a special Christmas program,  A Very, Very Cassie and Maggie Christmas.

This powerhouse sister duo has won several awards in their native Canada, including seventeen Canadian Folk Music awards and nominations. Their beautiful vocal harmonies, infectious driving rhythm, and virtuoso instrumental work capture the heart and soul of Celtic traditional music. But they also put their own 21st century stamp on the music, alternating between Gaelic and English, and the result is nothing short of mesmerizing. 

The two have been enchanting audiences around the world with their unparalleled unity of strings, voices and fabulous percussive step dance. Theirs is the perfect balance between musical integrity and sheer entertainment as they seamlessly blend tunes passed down through generations of musicians with their own songwriting.

They were voted Female Singers of the Year by Live Ireland Radio, nominated for Album the Year by NPR’s Celtic Connection and nominated for multiple JUNO awards. (JUNO is the Canadian GRAMMY award) Live Ireland Radio described them: “What an unbelievably gifted duo, the train is just gathering steam and leaving the station on these new stars. It is going to be a glorious journey, and it is already well-begun.” 

For more info and reservations, visit HERE. 

Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 NY-73 Scenic, Keene Valley

Northern Lights Choir Winter Concert

Friday, December 12, 7:30 pm

With 85 members, the Northern Lights Choir is the largest choral ensemble in the North Country. The inclusion of students from Paul Smiths College and North Country Community College makes this choir a truly powerful, multi-generational ensemble.
 

Helen Demong, the choir’s founder and Artistic Director, has compiled a stunning array of choral compositions and Christmas classics that is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.

Highlights include a piece by Norwegian composer Ola Gjello, who set the William Butler Yeats poem, “The Lake Isle of Innisfree” to music in a mesmerising choral arrangement accompanied by a string quartet, acoustic guitar, and classical piano.

The classic contemporary Christmas song, “River” by Joni Mitchell, will be sung by the women in a gorgeous arrangement by Joel Tranquilla. The men will also perform a piece by a modern artist: “You are the Reason” by Colum Scott and arranged in 5-part harmony.

Another arresting performance will be “Gabriel’s Oboe, the theme song from the cult classic, “The Mission.” orchestra in this breathtaking arrangement.

The Northern Lights Choir Winter Concert is usually a sell-out affair. Tickets can be purchased Ampersound or Heartwood Studio in Saranac Lake or online HERE. 

Photo credit: Mark Kurtz

St. Bernard’s Church, 27 St. Bernard Street, Saranac Lake

The Drag Christmas Special

Sunday, December 28, 7 pm

Early bird tickets $20 before December 10, $30 after December 10.

Get ready to sleigh this holiday season with Ausable Theater’s Fourth Annual Drag Christmas Special! Come celebrate the most fabulous time of the year for a night filled with glitter, glamour, and holiday cheer. 

This year’s event is a fundraiser to support the ongoing renovations of The Ausable Theater and repairs at our beloved Amos & Julia Ward Theater. The fabulous Tippy Gourley returns as your hostess along with the ever stylish and studly Josh Krester. 

The talented line up includes Mhisty Knights, Ali Cadabra, Tommy D (Casey Galligan), Omnipotits (Vicki Kirchner) Hudson Ryver (Hudson Mckinley-Uss) and Eloda Sarcasm (Heidi Davis). And let’s not forget our cast of sexy elves! Sound and projects by Echo Only.

More info and tickets HERE.

Jay Community Center, 11 School Lane, Au Sable Forks

Two from SLC Arts 

More information and register HERE.

More information and register HERE.

SLC Arts, Creative Spirit Community Arts Center, 6 Raymond St, Potsdam

The Sembrich Holiday Open House

Sunday, December 7, 12 – 4 pm
Thursday, December 11, 4 –7 pm

Enjoy refreshments, seasonal music, special displays, and the chance to explore The Sembrich in a cozy, candlelit glow. It’s our way of thanking you for the support, enthusiasm, and goodwill you’ve shown us throughout the year.

We hope you’ll join us for this joyful start to the holiday season!

The Sembrich, 4800 Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing

Join us for a cookie decorating workshop hosted by Flour Child Bakery!

In this hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to decorate cookies using an array of colored icings.

Under the guidance of the expert bakers from Flour Child Bakery, you’ll learn professional decorating techniques and tips that will take your holiday treats to the next level.

This program is $35 per participant or $30 for Chapman Members.

Space is limited and payment is required at the time of registration.

All materials will be provided, along with free hot cocoa and popcorn.

To register, please call (518)793-2826.

Chapman Museum, 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls

Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC) presents

Ladies Night at LARAC

Thursday, December 11, 5 – 7 pm

Kick off your holiday shopping while supporting local artists!

LARAC will be offering 10% off all purchases in our Holiday Shop.

LARAC’s Lapham Gallery, 7 Lapham Place, Glens Falls