Square Dancing is back!

The beloved Wednesday night summer square dancing tradition in Schroon Lake is back! Experience lively music with our fantastic lineup of free concerts, indulge in delicious offerings from local food trucks, and dance the night away with friends and neighbors. Don’t miss out on the fun – mark your calendars, invite your friends, and be part of this vibrant community event!

Food trucks arrive at 6pm, music starts at 6:30pm, dancing at 7:00pm!

July 15 “Big Stone Gap” with Don Stratton, Caller

July 22 “Tamarack” with Paul Rosenberg, Caller

July 29 “Susquehanna String Band” with John Kirk, Caller

Aug 5 “High on the Hog” with Fern Bradley, Caller

Aug 12 “Big Stone Gap” with Quena Crain, Caller.           

FREE admission. Blacktop in front of the Bandstand. Sponsored by the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce. Call the Chamber at 518-532-7675 for more information. 

The Johnsburg & Minerva Historical Societies are co-sponsoring a free program at the Tannery Pond Center on September 29th from 3 pm to 5 pm. Amy Godine will be presenting her new book, “The Black Woods”, about upstate New York’s black settlers in the 1800’s and their benefactor, abolitionist Gerrit Smith. This is a fascinating story that you won’t want to miss. Did you know that “Timbuctoo” was a real place located in the Adirondacks?

Please join us for this FREE event. The author will tell the story and be available for signing her books. Light refreshments will be served.

Bring your friends and family to enjoy the sunset while listening to some awesome live music.

Come join the Town of Newcomb every Wednesday in August from 5-7 p.m. at the Newcomb Town Beach for Bands on the Beach!

Monday night Food Truck extravaganzas!

Head to Hay Fields in North Hudson for "Music, Munchies, & Motors Mondays" starting from June 29th to August 31st. Enjoy live music by local artists as you indulge in delicious meals from food trucks. Car Cruising clubs will have premium parking spots reserved. Explore the antique mall and flea market for a delightful shopping experience.

Live Music Performers throughout the summer include: 

• June 29 - Willie Playmore

• July 6 - TwoFold

• July 13 - Solice the Band

• July 20 - Adirondack Song Dogs

• July 27 - Willie Playmore

• August 3 - Donna & Jeff Britton

• August 10 - John DeFelice

• August 17 - John DeFelice

• August 24 - Solice the Band

• August 31 - Adirondack Song Dogs

Artist in Residence Reception

Friday, August 16th – 7pm

Please mark your calendars for Friday, August 16th at 7:00 PM for our 2024 Artist Reception featuring Artist in Residence Helena Williams. Helena is a rising senior at SUNY Oneonta majoring in Illustration with a passion for wildlife illustration. The works she created this summer at the AIC, along with others, and available for viewing at this reception, will be featured in a collection at Open Space Gallery at SUNY Fine Arts this fall.

Huntington Lecture Series

Wild Encounters: A Guide to Wildlife Photography

Thursday, July 25th, 7pm

Explore the art and ethics of wildlife photography, from essential gear and techniques to finding and respecting subjects, in this comprehensive guide for photographers of all levels.

All lectures begin at 7pm at the Adirondack Interpretive Center and are free thanks to the support of the Adirondack Park Institute.

Check out the Farm this summer!

Ever been curious about the history and buildings at the Santanoni farm? Join the Santanoni staff at the farm at 10:15 am and 2 pm for a free Saturday tour this summer to learn more about the staff, the quackless ducks, and the big idea behind creating this remote Adirondack farm.

We’re mixing things up at The Lodge!

Join us every second Thursday of the month from 6:00 PM -8:00 PM for Community Night, where local nonprofits take center stage behind the bar! So swing by, grab a drink, and raise a glass to our local causes. 

$2 from each drink sold, all tips to the celebrity bartender, and 100% of proceeds from the night's signature cocktail go directly to support the cause of the night. PLUS, we match all proceeds raised from drinks- meaning double the fundraising!

Interested in hosting your own community night? Know a nonprofit that wants to get involved? Shoot us an email at info@lodgeatschroonlake.com – let’s keep the good times and good deeds flowing

• May 14th, 2026: North Country Public Radio

  • Come meet the folks from North Country Public Radio, our community-supported public radio station in the North Country, providing regional news, locally hosted music, community events, and in-house entertainment productions on FM, podcast, and web, as well as your favorite NPR, APM, CBC, and BBC radio programs. Listen live on 95.3 FM in Schroon Lake, on the station's mobile app, or your preferred streaming device, and visit the NCPR website at NCPR.org

• June 11th, 2026: Paradox Lake Association

  • Their collective purpose is to preserve and protect Paradox Lake and its surroundings, to enhance the water quality, fishery, boating safety, and aesthetic values of Paradox Lake, as a public recreational facility for today and for future generations.

• July 9th, 2026: Schroon Lake Farmer's Market

  • The Schroon Lake Farmers Market brings together local growers, makers, and the community each summer to celebrate fresh, high-quality food and the people behind it. Run with support from the nonprofit Friends of the Schroon Lake Farmers Market, it offers a vibrant space for farmers, artisans, musicians, and families to connect, learn, and enjoy the rich agricultural and creative spirit of the Adirondacks.

• August 13th, 2026: Adirondack Community Action Programs

  • Adirondack Community Action Programs, Inc. (ACAP), founded in 1965, serves Essex County by helping families overcome poverty and achieve self-sufficiency. As part of a nationwide network of Community Action Agencies, ACAP provides comprehensive support for children, adults, seniors, and families, coordinating programs and resources to meet community needs and create lasting impact.

• September 10th, 2026: Adirondack Community Foundation

  • Adirondack Community Foundation's Strong Community Framework — the first-ever philanthropic vision for the Adirondack region — guides our approach to investing in promising opportunities across our five "whole community" focus areas.  In partnership with generous donors and capable nonprofits, we bring all the tools of a community foundation to bear to meet today's pressing needs and build charitable resources for the needs of tomorrow. 

• October 8th, 2026: Seagle Festival

  • Seagle Festival is the premier opera and musical theater producing organization in the Adirondack region of upstate New York, as well as the oldest and one of the most distinguished summer vocal training programs in the United States

Bike the Barns

Bike the Barns is a fully supported recreational cycling event that highlights the rich agricultural heritage of the Lake Champlain Region. Riders will explore this beautiful area, with stops at local farms where you can connect with the producers driving the region’s vibrant food movement. The event concludes with a celebration featuring delicious local food, refreshing beverages, and live music.

Why Ride Bike the Barns?

• Connect with local farms and the people behind the food movement
• Enjoy scenic cycling through the stunning landscapes of the Lake Champlain Region
• Support sustainable farming practices in the North Country
• Celebrate with local food, drinks, and live music at the finish line

2026 Ride Details coming soon

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, September 26, 2026

About Bike the Barns

Bike the Barns is all about connecting with our food, our farms, and our farming landscapes. Registration supports the Adirondack North Country Association's (ANCA) important work to bolster local food systems in order to drive economic growth, reduce food insecurity, and contribute to positive community and health outcomes.

Questions? Contact ANCA Event & Engagement Coordinator at cbottcher@adirondack.org.

July Fourth celebrations throughout the region offer residents and visitors the opportunity to celebrate together while enjoying parades, concerts, family activities, and fireworks. This list provides information about various celebrations taking place throughout the area to celebrate Independence Day and our local communities.

View the regional lineup of Independence Day Celebrations.