August 2009 Archives

101 More Historical Sketches (Marty Podskoch)

Marty Podskoch is returning with a whole new set of stories on the history and folklore of the Adirondack Region. Come hear a presentation about the wonderful history of the Adirondacks! This presentation will also include a celebration of the 100th anniversary of Fire Towers in New York State!

14 magnificent Adirondack chairs built by members and friends of the Northville United Presbyterian Church.

Painted by well-know area artists Rhea Costello, Connie Dodge, Marion Kratky, William Mosher, William Coffey, Sue Sedon, Kirianne Weaver, Janet Mitchell, Patricia Purtell, Minnie Abrams, Stacey Frasier, Mauli McDonald, Emma Obern

Take the walking tour to view the chairs
Pick up a walking tour map at Northville businesses
Place a Silent Auction Bid

Northville is on route 30
25 miles from Amsterdam on beautiful The Sacandaga Lake

Stacey Frasier's chair, titled Ampersand,
can be seen at the Vail Mills Information and Visitor's Center
at the junction of 30 and 29

Sponsored by the Northville United Presbyterian Church

Every saturday Through August the Annex in Northville will be hosting a local author or artist. Last saturday featured Judy Olson - a most talented photographer whose work I have admired for years.

This Saturday...........Edinburg historical society cookbook and home baked goods sale 10 am until?

August 22nd - Meet Don Williams Adirondack Storyteller and Author signing local history books available at the event.

August 29th - Adirondack Rustic Co. Well made - affordable Adirondack furnishings and decor items exhibit and sale.

September 5th - Marion Bayly - Winner of the awards below
Adirondack Life Photo Contest. Bear Cub photo 2nd place 2008 in the "wildlife" category Yawning Fox photo 3rd place 2009 in the "wildlife" category Speculator Art Show (People's Choice Award) Photography Category
In 2008 placed 3rd. In 2009 placed 2nd
Massachusetts Essex National Heritage Area Photo Contest
In 2008 placed 1st "Heritage Area"
In 2009 placed 1st "On the Trail" category with "Kayak Gathering"