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Ticonderoga, NY (September 26, 2025) – The Queen’s Treasures, nationally known for its exquisite dolls, doll clothes, accessories, and furniture, will celebrate its exciting expansion with the grand opening of The Mercantile at The Queen’s Treasures on Thursday, October 9th, 2025. The official ribbon cutting will take place at 4:00 PM at 162 The Portage, Ticonderoga, NY.

Saranac Lake, NY (September 23, 2025) - The second annual High Peaks Harvest Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 18 from 12 - 4 p.m. at Berkley Green in downtown Saranac Lake.

Lake Placid, NY (September 12, 2025) - The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) has received two awards from the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) at a ceremony that took place during the organization’s 2025 annual meeting in Lake George on September 11.

The awards recognize outstanding initiatives and achievements of New York state’s destination marketing organizations, attractions, and other tourism-related businesses. Categories included marketing campaigns, destination management initiatives, location stewardship, innovation and leadership.

With Dr. Mark P. Richard, Professor of History and Canadian Studies, SUNY Plattsburgh

6:30 pm, Thursday, September 25, 2025; Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Road, Plattsburgh

Plattsburgh, N.Y. – Plattsburgh’s French-Canadian roots date back to the explorations of Samuel de Champlain in the early 1600s. But French speakers formed their own community in Plattsburgh largely in the mid-1800s. The existing scholarship on French-Canadian immigration in the United States has focused on industrial centers in New England, such as Manchester, New Hampshire, and Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Few studies have examined French-Canadian migration to New York State.

Ticonderoga, NY (September 3, 2025) – Pumpkins, plaid, and park-side fun, it’s almost time for the 8th Annual Ticonderoga Area FallFest! Scheduled for Saturday, September 27^th, 2025, this community celebration brings together the best of fall with activities throughout Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park, including food, music, family fun, kids’ crafts and games, the farmers market, campfire, fireworks, and more.

Lake George, N.Y. - The Lake George Arts Project is proud to announce the return of Jazz at the Lake, taking place September 12-14, 2025 in Shepard Park, Lake George, NY.

Now in its 41st year, Jazz at the Lake is one of the Northeast’s premier jazz festivals. Set against the backdrop of beautiful Lake George, the festival celebrates the vibrant and diverse genre of jazz and brings together talented musicians from around the country. Ranked as one of the top 20 longest, consecutive-running jazz festivals in the country, the festival also boasts one of only two spots in the top twenty that are free.

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Lake George Region — The Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & CVB invites locals and visitors to indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of autumn during Fall Restaurant Week, Sunday, September 7 through Saturday, September 13, 2025.

This season’s theme, “Fall Spices,” highlights the tastes and aromas that define the Adirondacks in autumn — from cinnamon and nutmeg to rosemary, sage, and bold spice blends.

Lake Placid, N.Y. - The View Restaurant at Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2025 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. The View Restaurant was, once again, awarded the two-glass “Best of” Award of Excellence.

Volunteers Will Celebrate and Enhance State Properties in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks on Sept. 6, 2025

Governor Urges New Yorkers To Engage In Activities at Their Local Parks and Recreational Areas

Activities Promote State’s ‘Get Offline, Get Outside’ and ‘Love Our New York Lands’ Campaigns

Governor Kathy Hochul today encouraged New Yorkers across the state to give back and enjoy the outdoors in the spirit of Adirondack and Catskill Park Day on Saturday, Sept. 6. The Governor urges New Yorkers to “Get Offline, Get Outside” by participating in service projects at their local parks and recreational areas, including those focused on the preservation and protection of the Adirondack and Catskill Parks, by conserving and enhancing lands for the enjoyment of all New Yorkers.