The Beat

“The State of Things”

Thought-Provoking Artwork Sparks Conversations on Environmental Impact

New York, N.Y. – Ivy Brown Gallery is proud to showcase the visually stunning paintings of Scottish-born artist Stephen Hall. His latest exhibition offers a searing commentary on pressing issues such as climate change, corporate culpability, human indifference to animal welfare, and war.

Albany, NY – The public is invited to a variety of free special guided programs and experiences being held by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve during the month of February. The website AlbanyPineBush.org/discover-the-night contains all the details about this opportunity to explore nighttime in the globally rare Albany Pine Bush.

Visitors to the Discovery Center can experience an extraordinary journey into the geologic history, plants, animals, restoration, human influence, scientific research and protection of the globally rare Albany Pine Bush.

Tupper Lake, NY (February 5, 2024) - Adirondack Sky Center and Observatory, the Adirondacks’ only public astronomy-based organization, is preparing for the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8 and will be hosting a series of community events from April 5 - 9. Activities will include guest lectures, a NASA livestream projected onto an an 18-foot digital viewing screen, indoor planetarium visits, the opportunity to work as a citizen scientist assisting with data collection, professional solar telescopes, eclipse glasses, commemorative merchandise, children and family activities, along with food, art and music. 

No Freshwater Fishing License Required to Fish on Designated Days

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today the six designated Free Fishing Days in New York will take place on: February 17 to 18 (Presidents’ Day Weekend), June 29 to 30, September 28 (National Hunting and Fishing Day) and November 11 (Veterans Day). During these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters.

Tuskegee Airmen & 555 “Triple Nickels” Airborne Remembered

Farmingdale, NY (February 4, 2024) -- On Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., American Airpower Museum at Republic Airport in Farmingdale, will celebrate Black History Month by honoring the memory of the Tuskegee Airmen and the men of the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, also known as the “Triple Nickels.”  On February 18, 1944, 16 soldiers from the 555th graduated training to become the first Black paratroopers.  On February 24th, AAM will dedicate a new exhibit honoring the “Triple Nickels.”…

Join us for tours, talks, screenings, family programs, and an opening reception on February 10

Saratoga Springs, NY (January 31, 2024) — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College invites the public to its February programs, featuring tours, screenings, workshops, and special guests, including the acclaimed multimedia artist Mickalene Thomas, composer-drummer Makaya McCraven, and the artists Antonius-Tín Bui and Theresa-Xuan Bui.

Oneida County, NY - Oneida County Tourism, the official tourism promotion agency for Oneida County, NY, has announced the launch of a refreshed, digital version of the Heart of NY Beverage Trail, which highlights local wineries and breweries.

The mobile, interactive trail – which can be accessed on the Oneida County Tourism website – features 10 partners throughout the county. Those taking part in the year-long promotion are encouraged to responsibly visit participating locations to win an array of prizes, including a sticker, hat, T-shirt, and hoodie.

February 9–25, 2024

The springtime blooms continue a long time George Eastman tradition

 Rochester, N.Y. (February 2, 2023) —The George Eastman Museum will bring an early dose of spring to Rochester this February with its annual Dutch Connection floral show. The display will open to the public on February 9 and will remain on view for two weeks. Like a groundhog not seeing its shadow, this annual favorite is a welcome reprieve from the doldrums of winter, bringing a bright reminder that spring is on its way. Thousands of tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, amaryllis, and spring annuals in various vibrant shades will fill areas of George Eastman’s historic mansion, and will be on view through Sunday, February 25.

February 10 & 11

Mumford, N.Y. – Genesee Country Village & Museum is excited to welcome visitors to a new Black History Weekend event on Saturday, February 10, and Sunday, February 11, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Guests are invited to explore Black history and culture from the Genesee Valley Region and the Greater Rochester area as they make their way around the museum’s 19^th-century Historic Village.

Glens Falls, N.Y. - Park Street Hospitality presents a Valentine’s Day wine dinner “L'amour Provençal - Exploring the Food & Wine of Southern France & the Rhône Valley” at The Park Theater on February 14th, 2024! Join them for a special Valentine's Day wine dinner featuring a 5-course prix fixe menu and hand-selected wine pairings. Take a culinary journey through Southern France and the Rhône Valley with an extraordinary prix fixe menu curated by executive chef, Matthew J. Delos.