Karen Parker is a local bead artist (and scientist) who has recently been focusing on a series of beaded insect jewelry, although she creates other unique pieces as well. A self-taught beader, I’ve always been fascinated by off-loom beadwork, where thread and beads can be … [Read more...] about Karen Parker’s Beaded Jewelry
Archives for 2016
Success! CATS Meets Matching Grant!
A few weeks ago we asked for your help to reach $20,000 in donations so we would receive a $20,000 matching grant from the Cloudsplitter Foundation. Thanks to YOU, we reached that goal! Your donation makes it possible to: Complete the purchase of the Wildway Passage … [Read more...] about Success! CATS Meets Matching Grant!
Ticonderoga Historical Society Invites Entries for Festival of Trees
The Ticonderoga Historical Society invites organizations and individuals to participate in the 26th Annual Festival of Trees, taking place at the Hancock House from November 26 through December 31. Each year community organizations, businesses, school groups and clubs assist … [Read more...] about Ticonderoga Historical Society Invites Entries for Festival of Trees
Third Year Marks Another Success for Up North Yoga Conference
Though dark and rainy, downtown Essex was bright with energized yogis on October 22. This was the day of the third annual Up North Yoga Conference, organized by Lake Champlain Yoga & Wellness. Studio owner, Michelle Maron, worked to assemble a wide-ranging schedule of … [Read more...] about Third Year Marks Another Success for Up North Yoga Conference
Vintage Photo: 1970s Essex Library
Every Monday we share an image on the Essex on Lake Champlain Facebook page and invite our viewers to play some Vintage Essex Trivia. Recognize this building? When do you think this photo was taken? What has changed compared to today? Recognize either of the women in the photo? … [Read more...] about Vintage Photo: 1970s Essex Library