Historic Saranac Lake presents

Book Presentation and Interview: Author David Gibson and ADK Explorer Editor Melissa Hart

Thursday, April 23, 6 – 7 pm

Join us for an interview and discussion centered on the legacy of Paul Schaefer, a highly influential Adirondack environmentalist and advocate. Adirondack Explorer Editor Melissa Hart will interview author David Gibson about his new book, A Force For Nature, which details Schaefer’s pivotal three decades of conservation work.

John Black Room, Historic Saranac Lake at the Saranac Laboratory Museum, 89 Church St., Saranac Lake

Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge presents

Lucinda Williams Project

April 25, 2026, 8 pm

Lucinda Williams is a true American original, one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters of her generation. Her vast catalogue of music ranges from Americana to full throttle Rock and Roll. This project, led by Scott Renderer, features an all-star lineup of local musicians interpreting Lucinda’s canon. Expect an evening of raw and gorgeous songs of love, lust, heartbreak, and obsession.
 

Featuring:Drew Sprague (guitar and vocals), Shamim Allen (guitar and vocals), Eric Klotzko (keys), Chris Kowanko (accordion and vocals), Jesse Murphy(bass), Orra Sprague (vocals), Annie Stoltie (violin and vocals), Larry Stone (guitar and vocals), and Scott Renderer (drums).

More info HERE.

Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge, 12198 State Hwy 9N, Upper Jay

Elizabethtown Social Center presents

Paper Marbling Kids Workshop

Saturday, April 25, 10 am – 12 pm

Come make art that moves! In this fun workshop, kids will splash colors onto water, swirl them around, and press paper on top to reveal awesome patterns with BVSD art teacher and one of our board members at ESC, Harry Caldwell!
 

It’s like a surprise every time – bright, wavy, and totally unique. Get ready to mix, swirl, and create your own magical masterpieces to take home!

This event is free and open to the public. No registration required.

Elizabethtown Social Center, 7626 US-9, Elizabethtown

The View Arts Center presents

Ladies Night Out: Kentucky Derby Hats

April 22, 2026, 6 – 8 pm

Grab your friends and join us for a fun Ladies’ Night Out!Gear up for the Kentucky Derby with this fun workshop, where you’ll create your own one-of-a-kind derby hat with a glass of wine in your hand.  

Students will choose a hat and get to work decorating with things like fake flowers, ribbon, tulle, and feathers. The instructor will help students build their headpieces up to their liking and secure it all together.  Each person can choose how elegant or gaudy to make their hats, as anything goes for the Derby.

More details and register HERE.

View Arts Center, 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge

The Waterhole presents

Gratefully Yours: Grateful Dead Tribute 

Friday, April 24, doors open 7:30 pm, show: 8:30 pm

Kick off the spring season with a high-energy tribute to one of the most beloved and influential bands of all time. Gratefully Yours delivers dynamic tribute to the Grateful Dead’s legendary sound.

See all our upcoming shows HERE.

Waterhole Music Lounge, 48 Main St, Saranac Lake

The Orchestra of Northern New York (ONNY) presents

Summon the Heroes

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 7:30 pm, Hosmer Hall, SUNY Potsdam

Sunday, April 26, 2026, 3 pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, Watertown

ONNY gets an early start on celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday with this stirring program of music by American composers. There’s a reason John Williams has been called a modern-day John Philip Sousa, as there is no one better at stirring feelings of patriotism through his music. And when it comes to celebrating American heroes through music, Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait continues to be the gold standard. The work combines Copland’s rousing music with Lincoln’s powerful words. The program concludes with Howard Hanson stunningly beautiful Symphony No.2, better known by its subtitle, “Romantic.” It promises to be a thoughtful and inspirational tribute to our nation’s semi quincentennial.

Additional details and purchase tickets HERE.

SUNY Potsdam Crane School of Music, Hosmer Hall, Potsdam

Trinity Episcopal Church, 227 Sherman St., Watertown

Application Deadline Extended

NYSCA/NYFA Artist as Entrepreneur Program

The application deadline has been extended until Tuesday, April 21, 5 pm

Developed & run by the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) and funded by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), this is an intensive professional-development opportunity that serves YOU as an artist/creative whatever your disci-pline is, enabling you to:

•  Delve into the fundamental principles of sustainability in the arts
•  Be empowered with the tools to imagine and pursue success as you define it
•  Obtain strategies for your arts/creative business
•  Connect with peer networks
•  Obtain dynamic planning tools for building a blueprint for your creative practice or arts project

To learn more and apply, please visit HERE, contact ALCA Grant Coordinator Fred Balzac at fred@adirondackarts.org/518-588-7275 (cell) or apply directly HERE.

Champlain Valley Film Series Presents

Poem Village Is Up 

Celebrating National Poetry Month

You’ll find poems in windows throughout  Saranac Lake, Malone, and throughout St. Lawrence County—something to come across as you move through your day.

Participating organizations are Adirondack Center for Writing, Downtown Artist Cellar and St. Lawrence County Arts Council.

In Case You Missed It

“Peru Central senior wins statewide art competition”

The Sun Community News covered the story of Peru Central School District senior Sarah Guay being named a winner in the “A Day in the Life of a School Bus” statewide art competition with her painting, titled “First Odyssey,” sponsored by Leonard Bus Sales.

You cna read the full story HERE.

Image: Sarah Guay’s winning entry—a stunning acrylic painting on wood panel—depicts a school bus nestled in autumn foliage as a young boy prepares to board.