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“Radio Theater” coming to the Peru Free Library

The Peru Free Library will present Radio Theater!, a program of radio drama, starting on Mondays (not including Labor Day) in September and October.  The program is funded by Lifetime Arts, a non-profit organization that provides arts programs to improve the quality of life for older adults. For eight Mondays, starting on September 9, participants […]

Mr. “B” Tournament will benefit Peru students

The 4th Annual Leo P. Bourgeois Memorial Golf Tournament has been scheduled for Friday, October 11th at the Adirondack Golf & Country Club in Peru.  Proceeds of the tournament fund scholarships in Mr. Bourgeois’ name for Peru Central School students.  Mr. Bourgeois or Mr. B as he was affectionately known was a highly respected and much loved […]

A new play for the whole family

Several Peru Central School students along with other north country youth, present a new comic play “Pirate Kings and Drama Queens” at the City Hall Rotunda in Plattsburgh on Friday and Saturday evenings, July 19 and 20, at 7:30 PM.  In this play, high school students decide to put on a play written by one […]

Brant Lake: A Rainbow Just Before Sunset – The Adirondack Almanack

Brant Lake: A Rainbow Just Before Sunset – The Adirondack Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.

Adirondack Independence Day Celebrations

Adirondack Independence Day Celebrations – The Adirondack Almanack –

Adirondack lands, waterfall open up – Times Union

Adirondack lands, waterfall open up – Times Union.

A Burlington Company Takes a Chance on the Segway | Seven Days

A Burlington Company Takes a Chance on the Segway | Seven Days.

Wilmington Whiteface Bike Fest This Weekend

Wilmington Whiteface Bike Fest This Weekend – The Adirondack Almanack

First Weekend events kick off Friday and Saturday

First Weekend events kick off Friday and Saturday » Local News » Press-Republican.

Peru parks offer a new attraction

By Adele Douglas This past Sunday two snapping turtles could be seen burying their eggs – one near the entrance to the Fellowship Center and the other in Little Ausable Park.  This morning this mommy was trying her luck in Heyworth/Mason Park.  Here are a few snapping turtle facts. From NYSDEC’s webpage about snapping turtles: […]

Adirondack Events This Weekend (May 31)

Adirondack Events This Weekend (May 31) – The Adirondack Almanack – The Adirondack Almanack.

Museum Days to feature 16 museums and galleries » Local News » Press-Republican

Museum Days to feature 16 museums and galleries » Local News » Press-Republican.

The river is raging at Ausable Chasm

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The Vermont Marble Museum Explores the Company Behind Countless National Buildings and Monuments | Seven Days

The Vermont Marble Museum Explores the Company Behind Countless National Buildings and Monuments | Seven Days.

Swilling Suds and Learning Beer Basics With Burlington Brew Tours | Seven Days

Swilling Suds and Learning Beer Basics With Burlington Brew Tours | Seven Days.

2013 Lake Placid Film Forum to be held June 13-16

2013 Lake Placid Film Forum to be held June 13-16 | Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism.

Underground Railroad Museum will open Saturday; Opening day will feature a 9:30 am mini-bus tour of Underground RR sites

The North Star Underground Railroad Museum will open for 2013 on Saturday, May 4, kicking off the new museum’s third season, right next door to the Ausable Chasm. Opening day will feature a mini bus tour of Underground Railroad sites in nearby Keeseville and Peru. Stops include a hidden room located in a barn at the […]

Four Great Art Events in Saranac Lake Friday

Four Great Art Events in Saranac Lake Friday | The Adirondack Almanack.

High Falls Gorge Beer and Wine Bar Opening

High Falls Gorge Beer and Wine Bar Opening | The Adirondack Almanack.

An April Morning: Whiteface Mountain from Copperas Pond

An April Morning: Whiteface Mountain from Copperas Pond | The Adirondack Almanack.

Day of Caring volunteers make a Difference in The Adirondack Region; 70 Projects Reap the Benefits of the Annual Volunteer Event!

On Saturday, April 27th, 2013 volunteers across Clinton, Franklin and Essex counties will lend their hand to the annual Day of Caring event hosted by United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc., North Country Regional Volunteer Center, Project H.E.L.P. at SUNY Plattsburgh and the Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau.  With the help of more than 400 […]

Adele Douglas visits Ausable Marsh

Even on a windy, overcast day Ausable Marsh in spring is chocked full of birds.  On just a short walk you can easily see over ten species.  Pictured here are a red billed mystery bird (any ideas?), a tern, Canada Geese and an Osprey.  The ones that got away inlcude a King Fisher diving for a fish, Red […]

Plattsburgh Half Marathon ready for Sunday

Plattsburgh Half Marathon ready for Sunday » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

Adirondack Family Activities: Asgaard Farm Kidding Season

Adirondack Family Activities: Asgaard Farm Kidding Season | The Adirondack Almanack.