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From Upstate, New York produce farm Forts Ferry Farm, the new urban farm shop offers farm-grown produce, farm-made pantry items, curated antique table attire and whimsical gifts

Hudson, NY (February 2024) – Forts Ferry Farm, the produce farm in Upstate, New York from a collective of acclaimed chefs, farmers and artists, opens the Farm Shoppe in the heart of historic Hudson, New York (554 Warren St, Hudson, New York). From James Beard Award-nominated chef Emma Hearst, chef and farmer John Barker and artist James (Jamie) Barker, the 100-acre farm is guided by their mission to have fun while growing and sharing chef-quality produce with communities throughout New York.

‘Champions of Equality: New York Women and the Equal Rights Amendment’ on view in the Governor’s Reception Room Through March 29

Exhibit Available Online Here  

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of “Champions of Equality: New York Women and the Equal Rights Amendment,” an exhibition celebrating Women’s History Month that’s on view in the Governor’s Reception Room on the New York State Capitol’s second floor.

Hamburg, NY – Join us for the event of a lifetime! On April 8, 2024, the Erie County Agricultural Society will host "Total-ity Fun", at the Hamburg Fairgrounds, where you can witness the total solar eclipse. This limited ticket event is sure to sell out quickly, so make sure to reserve your spot online starting February 15, 2024, and secure your chance to be a part of this historic moment.

Waterloo, N.Y.: “The Magic Bookshelf", will be presented by the youngest of the Waterloo Library Players, at the Waterloo Library & Historical Society this weekend. Directed by Krista Serrett, the show will run March 22 & 23 at 7pm and March 24 at 2pm. Tickets can be purchased online at givebutter.com/magicbookshelf at the Waterloo Library and limited tickets will be available at the door. Tickets are $10 each. 

This adorable play explores fairytales right out of our memories and off the shelf. Join the kids and all your favorite characters like Cinderella, Rapunzel, Goldilocks, Peter Pan, Christopher Robin and more. You are sure to leave the theatre smiling and reminiscing of your childhood.

Conversations with My Divorce Attorney

Limited Engagement - April 3 – 19 at 14Y Theater at the 14th Street Y

New York, N.Y. - Conversations with My Divorce Attorney, written & directed by Suzanne Bachner, will have its festival debut at the New York City Fringe running for five performances April 3 - 19. Opening night is slated for Wednesday April 3 at 5:30pm. The play was previously developed during Covid culminating in a unique virtual reading production which had its world premiere run on Broadway On Demand. Produced by JMTC Theatre.

Celebrates with community free day

Tupper Lake, NY – After four weeks of voting, The Wild Center is proud to announce its victory as this year's "Best Science Museum" in USA TODAY's 2024 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. To celebrate the recognition, The Wild Center is holding a Community Free Day on Sat., Mar. 9 and inviting area residents to join.

In celebration of the total solar eclipse on April 8, the farm will host a celestial fest recognizing the beauty of the upstate New York region and its long history of blending nature with multi-sensory attractions.

Potsdam, N.Y.  (Feb. 22, 2024) - The Adirondack Fragrance & Flavor Farm (ADK Fragrance Farm) will host the Eclipse Fragrance Festival on April 5 to 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, culminating with the total eclipse viewing. Coinciding with the celestial celebration aimed at welcoming residents and visitors alike complete with local talent, vendors and activities, the fragrance experts will release a limited-edition eclipse collection featuring an invigorating blend of balsam, rose, and vanilla cultivated from the Adirondack region.

“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” on View at the Preservation Long Island Exhibition Gallery in Cold Spring Harbor, New York

March 22, 2024 – May 3, 2024

Cold Spring Harbor, NY (February, 23, 2024) — “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” presented by the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street, in cooperation with the Museum Association of New York (MANY), examines the nearly 250-year-old American experiment of a government “of, by and for the people,” and how each generation since continues to question how to form “a more perfect union.” Opening at the Preservation Long Island Exhibition Gallery in Cold Spring Harbor, New York on March 22, 2024, “Voices and Votes” will be on view through May 3, 2024. …

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – The Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) invites the community to embark on a fascinating journey through time during their March series of events. Mark your calendars for an enriching exploration of local history, featuring captivating presentations, historical photographs, and engaging discussions.