The Beat

After nearly a decade as Rebar, the iconic LGBTQ+ venue returns with new ownership, upgraded amenities, and a renewed commitment to community-focused nightlife.

New York, NY (September 5, 2025) - g Lounge, a longtime staple of New York City’s LGBTQ+ nightlife since 1996, has officially reopened at 225 West 19th Street under ““new”” ownership. The venue, which officially closed in 2016, then, then reopened in 2017 as Rebar, has been restored by a new partnership formed by Michael McGrail, the only remaining partner in the original venture after the others were “bought out” by his husband (and partner of 36 years), Michael John Kay, and nightlife professional Juan Boria – known, respectively, as Michael, Michael John and Juan.

Clayton, N.Y. (September 4, 2025) – The Antique Boat Museum is pleased to announce the 2025 Fall session of the Captain School at ABM with instructors Captain Tom Trovato and Captain Ken Kozin.  The Captain School at ABM offers courses necessary to secure a captain’s license.  During this session, the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV), Masters Upgrade, and Towing Endorsement courses will be offered.

Utica, N.Y. (September 4, 2025) – Oneida County Tourism (OCT), in partnership with Oneida County government and tourism leaders, is proud to announce the latest economic impact figures showing the strength of the county’s tourism sector.

According to the 2024 Economic Impact of Visitors to New York (Central New York Focus) report, prepared by Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economic company, Oneida County continues to be the driving force behind the Central New York tourism economy—accounting for 60% of the region’s total visitor spending.

Limited Engagement Runs October 7–12 at The Wild Project

New York, N.Y. - After a critically acclaimed summer run of William Shakespeare’s Henry VI, Parts 1 & 2, Atlas Shakespeare Company returns to the stage with the sequel: Henry VI, Part 3. Set during the bloody Wars of the Roses, Henry VI, Part 3 is a thrilling exploration of power, betrayal, and the brutal cost of civil war. This limited engagement runs October 7–12, 2025, at The Wild Project in New York City, under the direction of Artistic Director Adriana Alter.

A One Night Only Performance

New York, NY (September 4, 2025) - Internet sensation Toni Nagy, the dancing, pulsing, feral comedian most known for her viral videos where she interpretive dances her philosophies is coming to Joe’s Pub on October 5^th. It is a night of stand-up comedy and clowning called “Pump Your Pelvis Against the Patriarchy.” The show will also feature a special musical performance with original songs by Toni Nagy and a Joe's Pub favorite, Bridget Barkan - singer-songwriter, actress, and member of the iconic band "Scissor Sisters" fresh off their UK Arena tour and international tour with Kesha.

New York, N.Y. (September 4, 2025) – DKMS, the most significant non-profit organization in the world to fight blood cancer and blood disorders, announces its 19th annual black-tie gala on Tuesday, October 14th at New York’s Cipriani Wall Street. This year’s event will honor supermodel Coco Rocha and her passionate support of DKMS’ vital work over the years.

Featuring Selections from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection

On view November 14, 2025 – April 12, 2026 

New York, NY (September 4, 2025)—This fall, The New York Historical presents Declaring the Revolution: America’s Printed Path to Independence; Historical Works from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection to celebrate next year’s 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Tracing the development of the ideas and beliefs of the American Revolution through original, historical printings, the exhibition explores how their dissemination in the most turbulent days of the war both strengthened the political cause for American independence and assisted the military victories of the Continental Army and Navy.

Saratoga Springs, NY – The Saratoga Automobile Museum is revving up for an unforgettable start to the 9th Annual Saratoga Motorcar Auction with the Fast Lane VIP Concert featuring Soul Session on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6 to 9 PM.

7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5

Saratoga Springs, NY (Sept. 4) – To kick off a year-long celebration of Opera Saratoga/Lake George Opera Festival’s 65^th anniversary, Opera Saratoga announces the first holiday opera in the company’s history. Opera Saratoga will produce a special 80-minute concert version of Giacomo Puccini’s “La bohème” at Universal Preservation Hall 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5.

September 17, 2025 at 6PM, Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home

CLICK HERE to register

Hyde Park, NY -- The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum will commemorate Constitution Day with a screening of the film A MORE PERFECT UNION (1989) on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The program will be held in the Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home. This is a free public event but registration is required. CLICK HERE to register.