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Virtual Programs, Museum Features Highlight Exploration of Black Baseball Experience --

Cooperstown, N.Y. – As the nation celebrates Black History Month in February, the National Baseball Hall of Fame will pay tribute to the contributions of Black baseball pioneers, heroes and legends with programming in Cooperstown and online while hosting local and regional students.

Plant-generated soundscapes and live musical performances created by composer Ricardo Romaneiro

February 11 & 12, 2023

Brooklyn, NY—Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Metropolis Ensemble today announced Biophony: SoundGarden, an immersive soundbath experience created by composer Ricardo Romaneiro for Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s conservatories taking place on February 11 and 12, 2023.

The installation includes an audiovisual tapestry (sound design by Leo Leite) and lighting installation (light design by Dominic Chang) running in sync with plant-generated soundscapes and groupings of live musicians situated in each of the Conservatory pavilions highlighting varied ecosystems.

Glans Falls, N.Y. - The Park Theater Foundation is thrilled to present a wide variety of shows throughout February as part of their highly anticipated 2022/23 season.

‘The Park Presents:’ An Evening with The Gibson Brothers (The Darkest Hour Tour) (02/02/23):

Back by popular demand! The Park Theater Foundation presents ‘The Park Presents’ featuring award-winning bluegrass duo, The Gibson Brothers, live on February 2nd, 2023! They will be performing material from their latest album, Darkest Hour.

February 14th, 2023

Featuring a 5-course prix fixe menu and hand-selected wine pairings

Glens Falls, N.Y. -- Let us transport you to the romantic countryside of Tuscany! Join us for a special Valentine's Day wine dinner featuring a 5-course prix fixe menu and hand-selected wine pairings. Take a culinary journey through the heart of Italy with an extraordinary prix fixe menu curated by executive chef, Matthew J. Delos. Exploring the decadent flavors of the Tuscan countryside, this menu is the perfect romantic dining experience! …

50% off all February Tours

Buffalo, NY - Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House invites Erie County, NY residents to enjoy 50% off tours during the entire month of February in recognition of the continuous support from the county.

Residents can enjoy the discounted rate for docent-led and self-guided February tours, allowing visitors to explore the architectural masterpiece and hear the story of the unique relationship between Wright and the Martin family. The 50% discount is valid for all levels of tickets: adult, senior, and student.

Lake Placid, NY (January 31, 2023) – Taryn Delanie Smith, Miss New York 2022, visited the Lake Placid region last week in support of her work with the Miss America Organization. As Miss New York, Ms. Smith works with the New York By Rail Organization to promote train travel throughout New York state. 

According to Communications Manager Jane Hooper, the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) contacted Miss New York last October and suggested a visit to the Adirondack region. During late December and early January, trip details were finalized and an itinerary developed.

New York, N.Y. -- Eric Bogosian’s 1 +1, a new play, will have its off-Broadway premiere at SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street), it was announced by The Blackbox and SoHo Playhouse. Performances begin February 23 and run through March 19. Opening night is set for February 27. 

1 + 1 explores how a modern woman can still rise and fall at the whim of the men in her life. In 1+1, an unsuspecting aspiring actress in Los Angeles makes a seemingly innocent choice that lures her into the lucrative world of internet porn, and her fate seems caught between the two men who couldn't seem more opposite yet might have more in common than first meets the eye.

Lewiston, NY – Today, trailblazing musician, author and activist Tori Amos announced she will bring her “Ocean to Ocean Tour” to the Artpark Mainstage Theater on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 8:00PM. Following a sold-out World Tour throughout 2022, Tori will once again be performing with long-time collaborator bassist Jon Evans and renowned UK drummer Ash Soan, with special guest to be announced.

Tickets on sale Fri., Feb. 3

Waterloo, N.Y. – Two bands that pay homage to the classic rock era have been added to del Lago Resort & Casino’s 2023 entertainment lineup: That Arena Rock Show will take the Vine Showroom stage Fri., Mar. 17 at 8:00 p.m.; and Central New York’s Hard Promises returns with a classic rock tribute performance on Fri., Apr. 21 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets for both shows go on sale this Fri., Feb. 3. More information can be found at: dellagoresort.com/entertainment/#upcoming-events.

Hague, NY – January 31, 2023 – The Annual Town of Hague Winter Weekend a will be held Saturday, February 18^th and 19^th, 2023 with a number of events taking place throughout the community. This is a must do event each winter in Hague, NY!…