NEWSLETTERMay 07, 2025
Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Utica, N.Y. – Join Karen Foresti Hempson, a retired teacher and former college lecturer in social studies, for a presentation on her book, Shellback, inspired by real-life stories from Utica residents who lived through the Great Depression and World War II. This program takes place at the Oneida County History Center on Saturday, May 17, at 2:00 p.m. All ages are invited.
Albany, NY – On Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 1:00pm-2:00pm, Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site will offer a panel discussion at the New York State Museum, as a part of our commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. This event is free and open to the public.
The popular NY beer festival rides to town this August with a Wild West theme
Cooperstown, N.Y. (May 7, 2025) – Brewery Ommegang is saddling up for another unforgettable year of Belgium Comes to Cooperstown (BCTC), returning August 22–24, 2025. After a celebrated comeback in 2024, this year’s festival rides in with a bold new theme — Wild West — and a promise of even bigger brews, wilder entertainment and unexpected twists across the brewery’s picturesque Cooperstown grounds.
Airwaves: Floating Sculptures and Paintings by Adria Arch, May 16 through June 14, 2025
Lake George, N.Y. - The Lake George Arts Project presents the exhibition Airwaves: by Adria Arch in the Courthouse Gallery from May 16th through June 14th. Arch’s suspended sculptures and acrylic paintings reference traditionally “feminine” imagery with expansive curves, pastel colors, and floral lines. The organic shapes and stereotypically decorative motifs are exaggerated to challenge expectations of femininity as they cast shadows, frame the colors of the walls, and sway in response to movement in the gallery. …
Glens Falls, N.Y. - The Park Theater Foundation presents a variety of shows at The Park Theater throughout May and June 2025.
05/08/25:
The Park Theater Foundation presents a Songwriters' Showcase - an intimate evening featuring some of the Capital Region’s favorite songwriters on May 8th, 2025. Hosted by singer, songwriter, and producer, Jimi Woodul, these ‘artist-in-the-round’ performances give audiences the opportunity to hear local musicians’ songs and the stories behind them. This month's artists include Jimi Woodul, Carolyn Shapiro, Lily Lothrop and Chase Keener. …
May 07, 2025
Travel powers the economy, builds opportunity and connects America
Albion, N.Y. (May 6, 2025) — National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness.
NASCAR Star Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Celebrates the Historic Achievement with First Official Lap on the World’s Longest Track
Farmingdale, NY (May 6, 2025) - RPM Raceway, the immersive racing & entertainment destination has officially set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the World’s Longest Multi-Level Go-Kart Track (indoors). Spanning more than 3,515.7 feet across a two-story layout, the record-breaking MegaTrack debuted today with a special event featuring NASCAR Cup Series driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr., who completed the first official lap on the newly launched track.
May 07, 2025
New leadership, championship golf, 2 world class restaurants, weddings, tennis, more
Ceremonial first golf shots of the season May 9
Images available upon request
Lake Placid, N.Y. – When the Whiteface Club and Resort in Lake Placid opens for the season on May 9, it will do so with new leadership. Incoming CEO Tracey Brooks has come on board to replace retiring CEO Mark Sperling. The former head of the luxury property served in that capacity for over two decades. Sperling’s final day was April 30. The secession plan saw the two working together for over a year prior to Brooks assuming the helm on May 1.
Editor's Note: This event has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 31
Perfect Weather Forecast, Corvette Giveaway, and Special Reward Await May 10 Attendees
Saratoga Springs, NY — With the weather looking ideal and anticipation reaching new heights, the Saratoga Automobile Museum’s Spring Auto Show is set to break records when it returns on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park.
With Farm-Fresh Produce, Glistening Water, Inviting Hiking Trails and More
Orange County, N.Y. (May 6, 2025) – Adventure seekers and lovers of the outdoors, start your summer in Orange County, N.Y., with all the warm-weather fun and adventure you need to create everlasting memories. Farm-fresh produce is plentiful, scenic hiking trails offer breathtaking views, and sparkling rivers and lakes are ready for summer adventures.
