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FIS World Cup Finals: What I remember most from Lake Placid

Fans and community members shared their experience from the cross country skiing FIS World Cup in Lake Placid Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Opening Reception of “Holding Space” Art Exhibition

Friday, April 10, 2026 | 5:00 – 8:00PM The Strand Center for the Arts Plattsburgh, NY — Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN) and the Strand Center for the Arts invite the community to “Holding Space,” a collaborative exhibition exploring the universal intersection of mental health and creative expression.  Click here for photos from last year’s event The […]

Strand Center Summer Camp Registration Opens Today, April 1

Surprise surprise! Our summer camp registration is opening April 1st (and no, that is not a joke)!! Our awesome teaching artists and education team has been hard and work finalizing this summers curriculum, and we couldn’t be more excited to finally share it with you all! So mark your calendars for April 1st at 10am, […]

Elizabethtown: A place that moves forward together

From grand hotels to mountain bike trails: The evolution of the Adirondacks’ new “hometown” Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Two-time JUNO award winner Kiran Ahluwalia and her six-piece band led by the virtuoso guitarist Razz Abbasi perform live at The Strand Theatre.

Sunday April 12th, 3pm. Doors open at 2:30pm, The Strand Theatre, 25 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh NY 12901.  TICKETS: http://strandcenter.vbotickets.com/event/hill_and_hollow_music_presents_kiran_ahluwalia/183585 EXPERIENCE KIRAN’S TINY DESK CONCERT HERE!Two-time JUNO (Canadian Grammy) winner Kiran Ahluwalia’s open-hearted vocals have established her as one of global music’s most compelling cross-pollinators. Her six-piece band is led by ace guitarist Rez Abbasi whose accolades include the […]

New York Gave These Broadway Shows Millions — And They Flopped Anyway

Clisk here for the New York Focus story 

Holding Space a collaborative exhibition between the Strand Center for the Arts and BHSN

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – March 20, 2026) The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to host “Holding space, ” a collaborative exhibition between the Strand Center for the Arts and BHSN (Behavioral Health Services North) for Mental Health Month in May. This show will be composed of work from the general public as well as artwork created […]

CVPH Easter Egg Hunt Returns

10,000 eggs, Easter Bunny, and inclusive fun April 4 Plattsburgh, NY, March 20, 2026 — The Foundation of CVPH is “hopping” into spring with its Annual Easter Egg Hunt planned for Saturday, April 4 at 10 am sharp on the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) front lawn. This community […]

Kiddos have a new space to play and learn about North Country culture

Click here for the NCPR story 

Designs by Renee on display at the Peru Free Library

By John T Ryan Peru, NY Renee Gifford’s exhibit is currently on view at the Peru Free Library through May 2. A registered nurse by profession, Renee rekindled her passion for art—first sparked in high school—during the pandemic. When she first showed her paintings at the Strand Center, she hesitated to sign them, unsure whether […]

Peru Drama Club presents Footloose: The Musical Three days, four shows March 19-21

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Babbie Rural and Farm Learning Museum 2026 Season Schedule

The Recovery Lounge in Jay offers a haven for artists and creatives

The Recovery Lounge provides space for artists from around the region, but has struggled recently due to funding cuts Click here for the Adirondack Almanac story 

Art exhibits, St. Patrick’s Day parades and other Adirondacks events

Events across the Adirondacks this week include concerts, snowshoeing, art exhibit openings and other activities Click here for the Almanac Almanac story 

NYSSMA students from Ti and Peru visit the Capitol

Young musicians applauded for their talent and hard work Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Historic Fort William Henry in Lake George offers unique reenactments, and exhibits to celebrate the fort’s 270th anniversary

Click here for he Adirondack Almanac story 

Peru Library: March 14 Opening Reception for Renee Gifford Art Exhibit

Renée Gifford is a local self-taught artist. She is inspired by nature and uses vibrant colors to portray different themes in an abstract, but natural way. Most paintings are very textured and colorful.

Peru Drama Club presents Footloose: The Musical

Three days, four shows March 19-21 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Live storytelling is back with the Howl, live in Plattsburgh on March 11th

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Award Winner, Grammy Nominated Blues-Soul Band in Plattsburgh on March 29

Plattsburgh Blues & Jazz is thrilled to welcome back the Danielle Nicole Band to Retro Live on Sunday, March 29th at 630 PM for an unforgettable night of powerhouse blues, soul, and roots music. Danielle Nicole is one of the most electrifying performers on the blues scene today. An eight-time Blues Music Award winner and […]

Clinton Community College Drama Club and Adirondack Regional Theatre Launch New Pick‑Up Plays Series

PLATTSBURGH, March 4, 2026 –  — Clinton Community College’s Drama Club has partnered with Adirondack Regional Theatre (ART) to launch Pick‑Up Plays, a free monthly public script‑reading series designed to bring together students, faculty and members of the local community in an interactive theater experience. The first reading, Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” will take […]

Cadyville Field Day returns June 6 and 7

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Keeseville 250 Committee requesting participation in upcoming celebration

Community leaders, educators, faith organizations, etc. needed for July 19-26 week-long event Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Carl Rubino Feb. 20 Plattsburgh Concert Cancelled  

Message from Peter Cadieux, “I hate to do this, but it looks like a decent snowstorm is coming in, timed perfectly to affect travel plans tomorrow. So, we will try again in March and look forward to booking Carl Rubino for a later date. Stay safe!” Cancelled Concert at  Wood Wire and Voice Coffee House […]

Ice Fest brings ice racing back to Chazy Lake

Winter heat on solid ice, fun for racers, spectators Click here for the Sun Community News story