The Adirondack Art Association (AAA) is "a non-profit organization devoted to the encouragement of art and community in the Adirondack region of Northern New York State" (Adirondack Art Association). The organization began in 1963, and members now number over 100, including … [Read more...] about Adirondack Art Association
North Country
The Eddy Foundation Protects Adirondacks
The Eddy Foundation is a non-profit environmental foundation that purchases and preserves wildlands in the eastern Adirondacks of northern New York State. Founded "in 1996 with a focus on supporting a sustainable interface between humans and the ecosystem" (Lakeside School), the … [Read more...] about The Eddy Foundation Protects Adirondacks
Just Some of the Reasons Why I Love the North Country
The first story of this round of the Champlain Area Trails Travel Writing Contest that I am presenting is an essay entitled, "Just Some of the Reasons Why I Love the North Country" by Marian J. Atkinson. Rural vs. City Living Atkinson writes about a trip to New York City while … [Read more...] about Just Some of the Reasons Why I Love the North Country
Dreaming of Timbuctoo: Exhibition, Education, Engagement
The history of the North Country is rich, complex and has a special place in the events that shaped America. As we mark the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Civil War, the Whallonsburg Grange Hall and John Brown Lives! are hosting an exhibition from July 3-9 that shines … [Read more...] about Dreaming of Timbuctoo: Exhibition, Education, Engagement
Carol Williams Organ Concert, July 1
Carol Williams, Organ Concert Friday, July 1 at 7:00pm Essex Community Church Carol's performance of patriotic songs commemorating the founding of our nation will begin at 7:00 PM and be followed, after a brief reception, by the Town of Essex fireworks display that can be viewed … [Read more...] about Carol Williams Organ Concert, July 1