As summer winds down in the Adirondacks, the days get shorter, the temperatures cool some and we look forward to the events of fall. But don’t forget there’s still some summer left, so enjoy the remainder with some of our ongoing events while you wait for fall to set in a bit later in September.
In the art & workshop departments, there are still plenty of events on the calendar:
Shakespeare in the Park
The ADK Shakespeare Company will delight with its “Kingship Cycle” - Richard II, 1 & 2 Henry IV, and Henry V during August. According to their website, you’ll be able to see all four Kingship Cycle productions beginning on August 28 and concluding with the first ever Labor Day Festival. Their extensive schedule can be found online at Adirondack Shakespeare Company.
Artist in residence
The Adirondack Interpretive Center in Newcomb still has lots of ongoing events and programs. Don’t miss catching their summer artist in residence, Frances Gaffney, at work on the trails. She’s there to chat and exchange tips and techniques in the summer Art Along the Trails program. Gaffney also conducts some regular painting workshops, so make sure to check out the Schroon Lake Region events calendar for all of AIC’s ongoing, year-round events.
Did someone say fishing?
For those wishing to hone their skills or learn how to fly fish, there’s a workshop at the VIC just for you - The Adirondack Fly Fishing Retreat. No experience is necessary and gear will be available. No excuses now to finally learn the fine art of fly fishing during this 3-day workshop beginning on September 12th.
Arts, crafts and farmers
Don’t forget the 4th Annual Adirondack Artists & Crafters weekly expo, which continues through September 6. The tents go up each week at The Schroon Lake Town Hall and they’re open for business from 10 am - 3 pm each Thursday. There is a terrific representation of local artisans and craft folks every week. Go home with something special from the Adirondacks!
On Mondays, through September 1, the Schroon Lake Farmers Market is open from 9 a.m. - 1 pm at 15 Leland Avenue. This is one of the Ausable Valley Grange's “producer-only” markets. This means vendors must sell only items that they or their employees have produced (they can’t buy in bulk and re-sell, or sell someone else’s product). These markets are the only ones in the Eastern Adirondacks. Remember there is much more than just produce at the market. Offerings include fresh breads and pastries, meats, cheeses, artwork, crafts and ready-to-eat foods. You can shop and have a little lunch at the same time. Don’t miss these last markets of the season!
Antiques galore!
Two of the much anticipated Adirondack events of the late summer season are the Adirondack Mountains Antiques Show in Indian Lake and the Adirondack Museum Antiques Show and Sale in Blue Mountain Lake. The Indian Lake event is a town wide sale of all things Adirondack you won’t want to miss, with vendors scattered all about town. The Blue Mountain Lake event is as famous as the location at which it’s held annually, The Adirondack Museum. These events are less than an hour drive from the Schroon Lake Region and make for a great day trip.
Whatever events you participate in during your stay in the Schroon Lake Region, you’ll be delighted with your experience. Summer’s still in full swing, so don’t miss out on any of the action. Plan a vacation or a weekend getaway today!
