The Adirondack Art Association is very pleased to announce that Mulebone, the very talented blues duo of John Ragusa and Hugh Pool, has agreed to perform a benefit concert for us. The concert will be held at the Essex Community Church at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, August 11th. There is … [Read more...] about Mulebone Benefit Concert for AAA
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Essex Day: Hotdogs, Shortcake, and More for Sale to Benefit Good Causes
Please know that this Saturday, August 1, is Essex Day, with many vendors in town, starting at 10 and going until 4 PM. Among them will be our usual annual event for High Peaks Hospice, hot dogs and beverages for sale, still at only $1.00 each, as far as I know. All proceeds will … [Read more...] about Essex Day: Hotdogs, Shortcake, and More for Sale to Benefit Good Causes
Full and By Farm: Cutting and Baling Hay
We got one more hay field cut and baled this week. This round only got rained on one half inch. Our entire definition of what a hay window looks like has changed in the last couple of months. Generally you want to make sure there is no rain whatsoever in the forecast for at least … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Cutting and Baling Hay
CATS Matching Fund Challenge
When we formed Champlain Area Trails and began laying out trails, we'd flag a route, come back to clear it, and find that the job was already done. How was this happening? We discovered it was the work of Bill Amadon. Some were concerned and others suggested we invite Bill onto … [Read more...] about CATS Matching Fund Challenge
Crystal Spring Farm Open House
Crystal Spring Farm will have an open house on Essex Day for all the curious fans of Historic Preservation to view the progress of this Early Essex Farm House and Carriage Shed. The owner Willie and his main worker Pete will be on hand to show some of the work and explain some … [Read more...] about Crystal Spring Farm Open House