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Hudson, NY — Neverstill Wines is a New York State wine brand redefining what it means to drink, gather, and connect in a changing cultural moment. Founded by Christy Counts, Neverstill brings together thoughtfully sourced New York wines, intentional experiences, and a philosophy rooted in mindfulness, moderation, and human connection.

Lewiston, NY –  Artpark announces that Charley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour is coming to Artpark’s Mainstage Theater in Lewiston NY, on September 29 at 7:30PM with special guests Durand Jones & The Indications.

Also this month: Tang Guide Tours, Family Saturdays, curator’s tour of Kathy Butterly: Assume Yes, and a Collections Touch Tour

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. (March 3, 2026) — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces a full slate of March public programs, including the ninth annual Winter/Miller Lecture with multidisciplinary artist Christopher Myers; a Whole Grain: Experiments in Film & Video screening with filmmaker Kunsang Kyirong; and Skidmore’s annual Raab Lecture with artist Mallory Weston.

Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden, opening March 29

Rochester, NY (March 3, 2026) — The Memorial Art Gallery is pleased to announce Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden, opening Sunday, March 29, in the Docent Gallery. The exhibition follows the career of African American artist John Walter Rhoden (1916–2001), one of the most prolific sculptors of the twentieth century, bringing together his work that spans several decades.

Schenectady, N.Y. (March 2, 2026) - America turns 250 this year, and SCHS is marking the semiquincentennial with an exhibit and a series of programs that explore how Schenectady and its residents experienced, shaped, and survived the Revolutionary era.  Join SCHS throughout the year for events, discussions, exhibitions and more that explore and discuss the founding of our republic, and our continual march towards progress. SCHS' full calendar of Rev250 events is available at https://schenectadyhistorical.org/rev250/.

To Support Programming Marking 250 Years of America and Chocolate

Ticonderoga, N.Y. - Fort Ticonderoga was recently awarded a $10,000 Forrest E. Mars Jr. Chocolate History grant that will contribute to the development of a new interactive living history program recreating the chocolate sellers of the civilian market at Ticonderoga in 1776 in honor of America’s 250^th anniversary. The grant was awarded at the Annual Heritage Chocolate Society meeting held in Washington, DC on February 19, 2026.

Encourages New Yorkers To Participate in Upcoming Maple Weekends on March 21-22 and 28-29, and Special Promotions at New York’s Welcome Centers

Governor Kathy Hochul today encouraged New Yorkers to support their local maple producers during Maple Month and highlighted the state’s upcoming Maple Weekends — which will take place March 21-22 and March 28-29 — as well as additional events and activities taking place at New York’s Welcome Centers. New York State continues to rank second in the nation in maple production, and in 2025, the industry produced 829,000 gallons.

An intimate evening of dance, conversation, and a first look at new work

Hudson, NY — On Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7 PM, Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House presents Doug Varone & Dancers: STRIPPED (no costumes, no lights)—an up-close, informal evening that invites audiences inside the creative process of one of contemporary dance’s most respected and adventurous companies.

One woman’s true tales of near death, unfiltered and in snackable form. Including, but not limited to: war zones, elder caregiving, a white water disaster, incompetent Scottish physicians, and a pork-based Yeshiva childhood in the Bronx.

Program Encourages New Yorkers to Experience the Joy of Birding Across the State

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced today that the 2026 I BIRD NY Challenge for birders of all ages and abilities will start on March 1. The challenge encourages New Yorkers and visitors to identify birds and learn about birdlife, and finishers are awarded a commemorative I BIRD NY Challenge patch and certificate—plus the opportunity to win birding-related prizes.