The Beat

Season Opening Concert Features Eric Wubble’s Chimeric Form and Clarinetist Madison Greenstone

New York, N.Y. (August 26, 2025) — New York City-based new music collective Wet Ink Ensemble announces its 27th season with the return of its annual Mini-Festival featuring performances and new works by the Ensemble’s Artists-in-Residence Aurora Nealand and Ben LaMar Gay. Wet Ink performs Eric Wubbels’s Chimeric Form and the world premiere of a new work for big band by Sam Pluta. The season also features collaborations with clarinetist Madison Greenstone and saxophonist Anna Webber.

Penn Yan, N.Y. – Visitors to the Finger Lakes now have a more flexible and rewarding way to explore the member wineries along the Keuka Lake Wine Trail (KLWT). The award-winning Trail has introduced a reimagined Passport Program, designed to help guide guests on their Trail experience with high-quality tastings and exclusive discounts.

Lake Placid, N.Y. - The View Restaurant at Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2025 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. The View Restaurant was, once again, awarded the two-glass “Best of” Award of Excellence.

Community Support for Reader’s Choice Award Can Help Rochester Take the Top Spot

Rochester, N.Y. - Rochester, N.Y. has been selected as a finalist in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for "Best Places to Visit This Fall," positioning Rochester among the nation's premier autumn destinations. The recognition highlights Rochester’s fall appeal and unique seasonal activities, including apple picking, seasonal celebrations, outdoor recreation and leaf peeping. Hiking and biking trails including the Genesee Riverway Trail and Erie Canalway Trail are also recognized in the nomination.

Thursday, September 11; Honoring Dick Van Dyke, Tommy Tune, the late Billy Strayhorn, and more

Free and open to the public

New York, NY (Aug. 25, 2025) – The American Tap Dance Foundation (ATDF) will present the 2024 and 2025 Tap City Awards on Thursday, September 11 at 6:00 PM at New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center, 111 Amsterdam Avenue (at 65th Street) in New York City.

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Visitors will meet Loyalist William Jayne, who will share his views on the legendary Long Island-based Patriot spy ring

Setauket, New York— Join Preservation Long Island at Sherwood-Jayne Farm on Culper Spy Day 2025 for interactive tours with a different spin on George Washington’s Revolutionary War Spy Ring. Visitors will meet a Setauket British Loyalist known as “Big Bill the Tory”, who will share his views on the legendary Long Island-based Patriot spy ring.

Harvest varieties from Gala and Fuji to Freiherr von Berlepsch. Ever Tasted a LudaCrisp?

Orange County, N.Y. (Aug. 20, 2025) – Attention fall fanatics! Get ready for cool breezes, sweater weather, and baskets full of apples ready to be picked. Autumn in Orange County, N.Y. is apple season, and there’s no better place to enjoy the crisp, sweet-tart fruit.

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. (Aug. 21, 2025) - Universal Preservation Hall is thrilled to announce an unforgettable slate of shows coming to Saratoga Springs this season, featuring powerhouse performances, dazzling entertainment, and one-of-a-kind experiences.

Volunteers Will Celebrate and Enhance State Properties in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks on Sept. 6, 2025

Governor Urges New Yorkers To Engage In Activities at Their Local Parks and Recreational Areas

Activities Promote State’s ‘Get Offline, Get Outside’ and ‘Love Our New York Lands’ Campaigns

Governor Kathy Hochul today encouraged New Yorkers across the state to give back and enjoy the outdoors in the spirit of Adirondack and Catskill Park Day on Saturday, Sept. 6. The Governor urges New Yorkers to “Get Offline, Get Outside” by participating in service projects at their local parks and recreational areas, including those focused on the preservation and protection of the Adirondack and Catskill Parks, by conserving and enhancing lands for the enjoyment of all New Yorkers.