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Induction part of 2-day Billy Joel Symposium Event

Stony Brook, NY — Music Executive Dennis Arfa, Billy Joel’s longtime booking agent and chairman of the Music Division at Independent Artist Group, was recently inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) by LIMEHOF Inductee Billy Joel himself at a special ceremony at their Stony Brook Village location (97 Main Street). The induction was part of the 2-day ‘Billy Joel Symposium’.

Honors Morgan Stanley for its longstanding commitment to supporting culture, education, and community engagement

New York, N.Y. (June 9, 2026) - Louis Armstrong House Museum is set to hold their annual gala on Thursday, June 18th at 583 Park Avenue in New York. This unforgettable evening will celebrate the extraordinary artistry, leadership, and enduring impact of Wynton Marsalis, and longstanding supporter of culture Morgan Stanley, while supporting the legacy and future of the Louis Armstrong House Museum. This year also marks the centennial celebration of Louis Armstrong’s Hot Fives. This year’s gala celebration will continue honoring their revolutionary legacy.

Presented by Brown Road Racing

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will play host to a Royal Ascot Tea Party on Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event is presented by Brown Road Racing. In celebration of the prestigious Royal Ascot race meeting in England, guests are invited to gather in their most splendid hats and race-day attire for a delightful affair steeped in the elegant traditions of British racing society.

Nation’s longest single-state, multi-use trail attracts 9.75 million annual visits, strengthening communities across New York State

Albany, NY – A landmark statewide economic impact study finds that New York’s 750-mile Empire State Trail is delivering transformative economic, health, and environmental benefits to communities across the state, generating $1.87 billion in economic activity while connecting millions of residents and visitors to safe outdoor recreation.

An Evening with the Stars Celebrating Mercedes-Benz 140 Years

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — The Saratoga Automobile Museum is proud to announce its Annual Gala, “An Evening with the Stars,” a premier fundraising event celebrating the Museum’s newest exhibition, Mercedes-Benz 1886–2026: 140 Years of Automotive Excellence. The gala, taking place June 13, will bring together automotive enthusiasts, collectors, community leaders, and supporters for an unforgettable evening honoring the legacy of one of the world's most influential automotive brands while supporting the Museum’s educational mission.

New York, N.Y. - The 8th annual Rogue Theater Festival (RTF) returns to NYC this summer, featuring a dynamic and diverse group of new works and artists. The week-long festival will showcase 37 original productions, including fully staged plays, short plays, staged readings, and digital streaming performances. Performances will run July 6–12 at The Flea Theater in Tribeca. The festival continues its partnership with Abingdon Theatre Company for the third year in a row.

Commemorate the 250^th Anniversary of the American Revolution

Albany, NY – On Saturday, July 4, 2026, Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site invites the public to attend an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration on the mansion grounds, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. This event is free and open to the public.

The Age of Aquarius, Saturday, June 13 at 5:30pm

Staatsburgh, N.Y.  (06/05/26) - Get ready to groove! Enjoy an unforgettable evening as we travel forward in time surrounded by Gilded Age opulence to celebrate the spirit of the 1960’s in style at Staatsburgh State Historic Site. Dust off your bell-bottoms, tie on your tie dye, and let your flower power shine at this year’s Friends of Mills at Staatsburgh’s annual summer soiree – The Age of Aquarius!…

With Full Slate of Special Programming

Beginning on June 18, Extended Hours, Pay-As-You-Wish Admission, Live Musical Performances, Family Programming, and Special Exhibitions Take Place to Commemorate the Nation’s 250th Anniversary 

New York, NY (June 5, 2026)—The New York Historical has unveiled the full slate of inaugural programming, special events, and public offerings that will be available at The New York Historical when the new Tang Wing for American Democracy opens its doors to the public on June 18, 2026.

Glens Falls, NY —The Glens Falls Collaborative hosts its annual FitFest event in Glens Falls City Park on Saturday, June 20, from 8 a.m. to noon. It is free and open to the public.

This year, the 5K returns! Walk, run or jog to benefit the WAIT House. Registration for the race is at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 8:30 a.m. The first 50 registrants get a free T-shirt. Registration is $50, free for ages 10 and under. Groups of three or more get $10 off each participant, and coupon codes are available for select running groups. Sign up at www.GlensFallsCollaborative.com.