This week’s snow has left the Adirondacks looking like a winter wonderland, so it’s the perfect weekend to find an indoor event to attend! Read on to learn about a local holiday bazaar, several arts events, and live performances.
Saturday, November 16
Thanksgiving might be late this year, but it’s not too early to start celebrating the holidays! Stop by the Crown Point Fire House to shop for baked goods and crafts. Lunch will also be served, and Santa will be posing for pictures with kids from 12 pm to 3 pm.
Opening Reception: Wintry Mix & Solo Exhibitions at View
Friday, November 15
Check out the latest exhibitions at View Arts in Old Forge. The reception will celebrate Wintry Mix: Art of Ice and Snow, as well as two solo exhibitions, Wrapped in Plastic, Botanical Paintings by Amanda Besl, and Speaking of Seasons: Pastel Paintings by Diane E. Leifheit.
Live at Tannery Pond: Durham County Poets
Saturday, November 16
Head out to North Creek for an evening of live music at Tannery Pond Center. The Durham County Poets, a blues/folk group with swing and gospel influences, will be performing live.
Art Gallery Talk: Photographer Mark Kurtz
Sunday, November 17
Rediscover the art of shooting photographs on film this weekend. Join the Adirondack Artists Guild at their gallery in Saranac Lake for a discussion with talented photographer Mark Kurtz on his exhibition of both darkroom and ink-jet prints.
Author Kristin Kimball at The Whallonsburg Grange
Sunday, November 17
Stop by The Whallonsburg Grange in Essex to meet local author Kristin Kimball and hear her read from and answer questions about her latest book, Good Husbandry: Growing Food, Love and Family on Essex Farm.
Live at Lake Placid Center for the Arts: King Artie and the Knights of the Rad Table
Thursday, November 14, Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16
The Lake Placid Center for the Arts Children’s Theatre and Rising Star Productions are presenting a modern and comedic take on the legend of King Arthur. Performances are at 7 pm on Thursday and Friday, and 2 pm on Saturday.
Looking Ahead
North American Cup Bobsled & Skeleton
Monday, November 18 through Thursday, November 21
It’s time for winter sports! Get ready to attend bobsled and skeleton competitions, as well as the Youth Olympic Games qualifications, at the Olympic Sports Complex in Lake Placid.
