The Beat

Juggling Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Social Anxiety and Depression in the Comedic Solo Show 'Clowns Like Me'

New York City Off-Broadway Premiere at DR2; Limited Engagement runs June 21 - August 18

New York, NY -- Mental illness is no laughing matter, but in the new solo show Clowns Like Me, audience members are encouraged to laugh, cry and enjoy the ride into the unknown. Clowns Like Me will have its New York Off-Broadway Premiere at the DR2 Theatre this summer. The witty, timely, and inspiring story is based on Sarasota actor and storyteller Scott Ehrenpreis’ true life struggles with mental illness and its stigmas.

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company in collaboration with Hostos Center for Arts & Culture

May 11-12, 2024 at Hostos Center for Arts and Culture

New York, N.Y. - The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company, the renowned international touring dance company founded by Chinese American choreographer Nai-Ni Chen, and now led by Artistic Director Greta Campo and Executive Director Andy Chiang, will launch its 36th anniversary season at Hostos Center for Arts and Culture. The production celebrates the 2024 Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Month, which will showcase Chen’s distinctive cross-cultural style and the diverse influences that informed her work, as well as new commissions since Nai-Ni Chen’s untimely passing in 2021.

April 27^th & 28^th from 11-6pm

Lake Ontario Wine Trail, N.Y. - The Lake Ontario Wine Trail is kicking off its season with the annual event, Roll Out the Barrels! Travel the trail at your leisure over the weekend of April 27^th & 28^th and enjoy special access to pre-release or newly released wines, ciders, and beer!…

Projects Add to Vibrancy and Public Access on Buffalo’s Waterfront

Pictures of the Terminal B Events Center Available Here

Pictures of Bell Slip Improvements Project Available Here

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of the Terminal B Events Center and the newly improved Bell Slip on the Outer Harbor in Buffalo. Both Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation projects give residents and visitors new ways to access and enjoy all of the Outer Harbor’s amenities and attractions. Today’s announcement coincides with the rare total solar eclipse passing through Western New York, an event that’s also expected to draw crowds to the Buffalo waterfront.

Lake Placid, NY (April 4, 2024) – The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is anticipating increased interest in stargazing among visitors to the Adirondack region of upstate New York in 2024. Public interest in astronomy post-eclipse, additional celestial events taking place throughout the year, and the region’s reputation as a prime stargazing location support the growing trend of travel to areas offering natural, starry skies and dark nights.

From West Point to the Purple Heart

MEDIA COVERAGE INVITED

Orange County, N.Y. - Everyone knows about the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, but few are aware of how deeply Orange County, N.Y., influenced our nation’s founding, formative moments and milestones. Historical sites abound in Orange County, including a horse racing museum and one of the most complete mastodon skeletons you’ll ever see. But the Revolution-era sites make visiting Orange County a must for military history buffs and anyone interested in the origins of the nation we have become.

Iconic NYC Eatery Hosts Celebration to Witness Rare NYC Phenomenon

New York, N.Y. – On Monday, April 8, 2024, Tavern on the Green is hosting its first-ever Solar Eclipse Viewing Party, offering themed cocktails, iconic dining classics such as the Tavern burger, an exclusively themed black and white cookie and protective glasses to safely view the eclipse.

Adirondack Campgrounds and Related Facilities Remain Closed as Unsafe Winter Conditions Continue

Travelers Urged to Stay Informed as Weather Forecast is Subject to Change

New Yorkers Urged to Prepare for High Traffic Volume and Backups Throughout the Day

Governor Kathy Hochul today provided updated viewing location information for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, and offered additional resources to those who are planning to view the eclipse on Monday. Unsafe winter conditions are expected in the Adirondack backcountry during and after this week’s storm, with upwards of 18 inches of snow in high elevations, as well as mixed precipitation with ice accumulations and high winds. When combined with wet, heavy snow, strong and gusty winds have the potential to down large tree limbs and smaller trees, with power outages already reported. The accumulation of additional snow will add to the four feet of snowpack that currently exists at high elevations today.

Rochester, NY (April 2, 2024) – The RMSC will kick off their 3-day festival, ROC The Eclipse this Saturday, April 6 at 10am through Monday April 8, when Rochester sits directly in the path of a total solar eclipse. At 3:20pm ET, the City of Rochester will experience 3 minutes and 38 seconds of complete totality. …