Sad news to share

Dan Duggan passes away over the weekend

We are very sorry to let our subscribers know that Adirondack folk music great Dan Duggan succumbed to a stroke this past weekend, according to his family.

Most recently, Dan was probably best known for playing with the Jamcrackers, alongside Peggy Lynn and Dan Berggren, and the the Susquehanna String Band with Rick Bunting and John Kirk.

But, additionally, Dan was also one of the finest dulcimer players and composers in the country, a past recipient of the prestigious National Hammered Dulcimer Championship. His dulcimer work can also be heard on Paul Simon’s CD, You’re the One, released in 2001 and The Paul Simon Collection released in 2005.

He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Along with so many, we extend our condolences and love to Peggy Lynn and the rest of Dan’s family.

Image from Peggy Lynn’s Facebook page. We have so many in our files of Dan but this is the favorite of all.

The Westport Library presents

Celebrating the Nation: A Season Of Heritage & Hope 

Yankee Doodle Comes to Town

Saturday, June 6, 2026, 10 am – 12 pm

An introduction to Colonial Music Making for students of all ages in collaboration with musicians from the Fifes & Drums of Fort Ticonderoga, presented by Victoria Cole, former Westport/BVCS graduate.

High Peaks Ringers Presents Joyous Rhythm

Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts Presents

Thru Wednesday, June 24

ALCA, 8897 State Route 30,  Blue Mountain Lake

The Depot Theatre Academy presents

Hadestown: Teen Edition

Thursday, June 4 – Sun, Jun 14

Where the living meet the dead and music can move mountains—or at least move the gods. Based on the acclaimed Broadway hit, Hadestown: Teen Edition weaves together two mythic love stories in a hauntingly beautiful, jazz-and-blues-soaked world. Watch our talented Academy performers bring this powerful tale of love, doubt, and fate to life in a production that will leave you breathless. 

This is musical theatre at its most bold and transformative—and these young artists are ready to take you on the journey. 

Music and Lyrics by Anaïs Mitchell

Get tickets HERE.

The Depot Theatre, 6705 Main Street, Westport

Saranac Lake Free Library announces

Fibrary: Call for Artists

FIBRARY, the Saranac Lake Free Library’s annual fiber arts show, is looking for participating artists for the upcoming show! 

FIBRARY will be on display throughout October and November 2026, and the deadline to register (for free!) is August 30, 2026. Any and all fiber arts mediums and techniques welcome! 

To register or for questions email Emma at emma@slfl.org or call at 518-891-4190.

Saranac Lake Free Library, 109 Main St., Saranac Lake

Ben Cosgrove at Keene Arts

Returning by acclaim, pianist Ben Cosgrove will perform at Keene Arts 

on June 6, 7 pm

Resources & Services for Artists Presentation at Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts (ALCA)

Saturday, June 6, 2026, 5 – 6 pm

Artists of all disciplines are invited to attend this FREE event hosted by the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) and the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts (ALCA).

The organizers will share an overview of the resources and services available to support artists’ practices. Whether artists are seeking to raise money to finish a particular project, eliciting feedback on their work, looking for an artist residency, or trying to find a job, NYFA has resources that they can use to help sustain and grow their artistic practice.

One of those resources is NYFA’s “Artist as Entrepreneur” (AaE) programming, held in partnership with arts organizations throughout New York State approximately three times a year. This presentation is part of an AaE Program happening at ALCA Thursday through Sunday, June 4 – 7, 2026. The programs are made possible through the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) State & Local Partnerships grants.

Advance registration for this event is encouraged. To register and learn more, please visit HERE.

Image: Essex County’s Randi Renate (NYFA Fellow in Architecture/Environmental Structures/Design ’25 and a past recipient of SCR Community Arts & Individual Artist grants through ALCA), “Are we psychic coral-polyps?” (2022) (photo by Marc Tatti).

ALCA, 8897 State Route 30,  Blue Mountain Lake

The Adirondack Experience (ADKX) presents

Crafting Natural Bug Repellents with ADK Fragrance Farm

Saturday, June 6, 2026, 1 – 2 pm

Join ADK Fragrance Farm for a hands-on workshop that bites back at black flies (and whatever else is buzzing around)!

Learn how to craft your own all-natural bug repellent and bug bite soother using essential oils, perfect for keeping pests at bay and soothing itchy bites during Adirondack summers. Each participant will leave with their own bottle of bug spray and a roll-on soother to stay protected throughout the season. Venture into the outdoors this summer equipped with the tried-and-true wisdom of handcrafted remedies.

More info and get tickets HERE.

ADKX, 9097 State Route 30, Blue Mountain Lake