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Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) release a new handbook to guide grassroots advocates through the steps to take the vision for a new multi-use path from concept to reality.

Albany, NY (January 16, 2024) – PTNY and OPRHP today announced the release of the Trails Across New York: A Grassroots Guide to Developing Greenway Trails. The new resource provides detailed information to support Greenway trails development in communities around the state.

January 24 through February 24, 2024

Lake George, N.Y. – Nathan Meltz: The Utopia Machine features sizzling, vibrant imagery that, in the artist’s words, represent “…the infiltration of technology into every facet of our lives, from family and food to politics and war. Nightmarish industrial creations are set against images of grand mechanical constructions, an off-kilter vision of technology. In my visual vocabulary, the contemporary world of nanotechnology and genetic modification is retrofitted with collaged analog machine parts. Collages of mechanical humanoids and animals turn into printmaking, animation, and sculpture, as I create visual narratives telling the story of a doomed robotic populace in a techno-dystopia.”…

Lake Placid, NY (January 16, 2024) – The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism Board of Directors approved two new members at its recent annual meeting. 

Mary Jane Lawrence, ROOST chief operating officer, introduced Alex Madden and Jon Donk as the most recent additions to the board. “We are thrilled to welcome Alex and Jon to the ROOST board of directors,” she said. “Their business experience and local knowledge will be a huge benefit to ROOST. As we continue to focus on destination marketing and management, representation from the tourism, arts and local business sector continues to be incredibly valuable.”…

Plus Complimentary Admission on Apr. 8

Tupper Lake, N.Y. – As anticipation mounts for the upcoming total solar eclipse, The Wild Center announces an extraordinary weekend of celestial celebrations Apr. 6-8. Tickets for the Total Solar Eclipse weekend at The Wild Center are now available to the public at wildcenter.org/eclipse. 

Positioned directly in the path of totality, this marks the first-ever occurrence of a total solar eclipse in the Adirondacks. To kick off the weekend, The Wild Center's 115-acre outdoor campus will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Apr. 6–7 and will stay open one hour later to 6 p.m. on Mon., Apr. 8.

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Discover the rich history of Clinton County with upcoming winter programs organized by the Clinton County Historical Association. From virtual tours exploring the Plattsburgh Memorial Chapel to captivating stories of Perry's Mills Frog Farm, these events offer a unique journey into the region's past.

On January 25, 2024, Winter’s Dream Welcomes Those Who Have Served and Those Who Are Serving Our Country

Lake George, NY — Lake George Winter's Dream is proud to announce Military Appreciation Evening,  a special event to honor veterans and active military service members. On Thursday, January 25, 2024, the Lake George Winter's Dream experience will be free for all active military and veterans. In addition, their guests will enjoy 20% off ticket prices. Attendees are required to show a valid form of military identification upon entry. Acceptable forms of ID include a Military ID, DD-214 with valid Driver’s License, Veteran’s ID Card or Veteran’s status on Driver’s license or Government-Issued ID Card.

Syracuse, NY (January 11, 2024) – Destiny USA is thrilled to announce the upcoming CNY Folksmarch event on January 13 and 14, offering an opportunity for individuals of all ages and abilities to kickstart their New Year on a healthy note. Organized by the non-profit organization, CNY Folksmarch, this monthly walking club invites participants to join the festivities at Destiny USA, with walks taking place on both Saturday, January 13, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and Sunday, January 14, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.