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Making Connections: Highlights from a Decade of Acquisitions Opening January 24

Rochester, NY (Dec. 18, 2024) — The Memorial Art Gallery invites visitors to explore new dialogues between artworks in Making Connections: Highlights from a Decade of Acquisitions. Featured in the Lockhart Gallery from January 24, through July 13, 2025, the exhibition presents works in pairs, drawing connections between different mediums, styles, periods, and regions.

Palmyra, NY (December 18, 2024) - NWE Events LLC proudly presents the 4th Annual Finger Lakes Country Music Festival on Saturday June 14, 2025. One of Rochester and the Finger Lakes fastest growing events with thousands attending each year! Conveniently located at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Palmyra, NY, 10 minutes from Exit 43 on I-90. Country Superstar Dustin Lynch will be headlining the 4th Annual Finger Lakes Country Music Festival. Special Guests To Be Announced!

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The Five-Day Festival Will Celebrate African American Art, Identity, and Activism

Brooklyn, NY – Asase Yaa Cultural Foundation, one of New York City’s most revered African performing arts organizations for over 23 years, proudly presents the 2nd Annual Rhythms & Movements of African American Culture Festival, an extraordinary five-day celebration commemorating the 55^th Anniversary of Black History Month. It will be presented February 12 – 16, 2025 at the historic Abrons Art Center, Playhouse Theater…

Orange County, N.Y. – Ring in the new year with style and charm at one of Orange County, N.Y.’s festive celebrations!

Bid 2024 a fond farewell and welcome 2025 with cheer, music, champagne toasts, and unforgettable experiences! Have kids or prefer an early night? Orange County has you covered with family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations starting as early as 5 p.m., ensuring everyone can join in the festivities…

Will broadcast fireworks live on Broadway from New Year’s Eve celebration

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. – Discover Saratoga is excited to launch a podcast, which will debut with a live broadcast on Dec. 31, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Destination Saratoga: All Access is the tourism promotion agency’s newest endeavor to create and share engaging content that highlights the people and places that make Saratoga County a wonderful place to live and visit.

Saratoga Springs, NY (December 20, 2024) — Opera Saratoga is pleased to announce the creative teams for its Summer Festival 2025. The musical She Loves Me, with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and a book by Joe Masteroff, will be directed by John Matsumoto Giampietro. Jacques Offenbach’s La Vie Parisienne will be directed by Mary Birnbaum and conducted by Juliane Gallant, making her U.S. debut. Both productions feature scenic design by Krit Robinson and lighting design by Anshuman Bhatia.

Auburn, NY (Dec. 20. 2024) -- Construction work at the Schweinfurth Art Center is making progress on the center’s entrance addition, and connecting walkways to the Cayuga Museum of History & Art next door have been completed. Due to weather and procurement issues, the Schweinfurth’s substantial completion date has been pushed to mid-March.

Cooperstown, N.Y. — This winter, Fenimore Art Museum presents three live, virtual tours focusing on the museum’s renowned collections. Each of the free tours will be offered on two separate dates. All take place on Tuesdays, January 14 through February 18 from 2:00-2:30 p.m. and are conducted via Zoom. To see the full schedule, tour descriptions, and to register, visit FenimoreArt.org. Virtual tours are free of charge, but we ask that you consider a donation in order for the museum to continue offering quality virtual programming.

Governor Hochul Waives Parking Fees at All State Parks on January 1 to Increase Access to Outdoors; Admission Fees to State Park Grounds Always Free

First Day Hiking Events at Nearly 100 State Parks, Historic Sites, DEC Natural Areas and Environmental Education Centers, Canal Trails, and Other Public Lands on New Year's Day

For More Information or to Register for Events, Visit State Parks,  DEC, and Canals Online

Governor Kathy Hochul today encouraged New Yorkers to spend time outdoors this holiday season and celebrate the New Year at State Parks, historic sites, natural areas, environmental education centers, canal trails, and public lands across the Empire State on January 1, 2025. The 14th annual First Day Hikes program is offering varied hike options for people at nearly 100 locations across the state to enjoy. Governor Hochul waived parking fees at all State Parks to increase access to these events on New Year’s Day. Admission to State Park grounds is always free.