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Saratoga Springs, NY — Get ready to don your Santa suits, elf hats, and reindeer antlers! There are so many exciting events coming up in this month that will spark holiday cheer while supporting Franklin Community Center’s mission. Mark your calendars because you do not want to miss out!

First up is the Winter Welcome Disc Golf event on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The yearly Charity Disc Golf Tournament takes place at Saratoga Spa State Park, with tee off at 11:45am.

Orange County, N.Y. (Nov. 21, 2024) – This holiday season, let the heavenly fragrance of pine trees guide you to one of the many Christmas tree farms in Orange County, N.Y., where you can cut your own tree or choose the perfect fresh-cut conifer.

“Christmas magic is everywhere in Orange County, N.Y.,” said Amanda Dana, Director of Orange County & Film. “Start off the joyful season making unforgettable family memories on our Christmas tree farms, and by visiting our wonderful family-friendly holiday attractions.”…

Lake Placid, N.Y. – On November 15, the ski and ride season at Whiteface Mountain will be underway. And while some lifts will run just for the weekend, the signal is clear: a new season is upon us. Here at the Mirror Lake Inn in the heart of the Adirondacks, we take skiing seriously and personally.

Clayton, N.Y. (November 18, 2024)—The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) is excited to announce the groundbreaking of a new facility dedicated to the care and maintenance of the Museum’s permanent boat and engine collections.  The new building will enhance ABM’s capabilities to fulfill its mission to preserve and celebrate fresh-water recreational boats and boating.

Saratoga Springs, NY – With Thanksgiving Weekend on the horizon, arrangements are complete for the annual Racing Memories program at the Saratoga Automobile Museum.

Set for Saturday, November 30, 2024, the popular program, formerly titled Lost Speedways, will once again fill the museum with racing enthusiasts, drivers, memorabilia collectors and at least one well-known promoter.  And as a bonus, attendees will be among the first to view the newly opened Golub Gallery exhibit “Evolution of Performance and Design.”…

A Living History Event Highlighting Hope and Sacrifice in the War for Independence

Ticonderoga, NY (November 18, 2024) – Fort Ticonderoga invites history buffs and families alike to step back in time with a special living history event, "To Render This Place as Tenable as Possible," on December 7th, 2024, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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Cayuga County, NY (October 2024) - Traveler spending plays a crucial role in bolstering Cayuga County’s economy by injecting vital revenue into local businesses and services. This influx of spending not only helps sustain existing enterprises but also encourages new investments, leading to a more diverse economic landscape. Additionally, increased traveler spending can enhance public services and infrastructure through tax revenues, ultimately benefiting the entire community. By promoting tourism and attracting visitors, Cayuga County can leverage its unique cultural, historical, and natural assets to foster long-term economic growth and stability.