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Youth Theatre At Sand Lake Center For The Arts

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Youth Theatre Players presents “Where in the World did the Van Gogh Go” on July 31 at 7 pm and August 1 at 2:30 pm. at the Sand Lake Center for the Arts.  Directed by Val Kavanaugh and Sue Frost,  where did the famous Van Gogh painting go? Sunflowers is the only famous painting of Small Lake Museum and it’s been stolen! [Read more…] about Youth Theatre At Sand Lake Center For The Arts

Many Express Opposition To The NED Pipeline At FERC Scoping Meeting In Rensselaer County

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submitted by Sandra Nathan of SNYFGP

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) hosted scoping meetings in Rensselaer County on July 14 and 15. The meetings’ purpose was to gather information on the scope of adverse environmental impacts that the Northeast Energy Direct (NED) pipeline project may have on water, air, farms, historic preservation, wildlife, trees, green fields, health, safety and on the socio-economic status of residents and their communities. [Read more…] about Many Express Opposition To The NED Pipeline At FERC Scoping Meeting In Rensselaer County

New Legislation On Abandoned Buildings Hoosick, Rensselaer County, Other Agencies Work Together To Solve Difficult Problem Of Worthless Real Estate

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by Deb Alter

Senator Kathy Marchione, Chair of the Senate’s Local Government Committee, has announced that her bi-partisan legislation to help local communities address the growing challenge of abandoned buildings has been unanimously passed by the New York State Senate. Hoosick Falls is one of the communities that could benefit from this legislation. It still needs to be passed by the State Assembly. [Read more…] about New Legislation On Abandoned Buildings Hoosick, Rensselaer County, Other Agencies Work Together To Solve Difficult Problem Of Worthless Real Estate

Fractalfest Invites Stephentown Residents

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On the weekend of July 31-August 2, Worcester-based organization Fractaltribe will be presenting its annual project Fractalfest at Gardner’s Farm in Stephentown. Fractaltribe is a community of artists, musicians, and craftsmen dedicated to creating meaningful experiences and immersive atmospheres; celebrations which foster creative expression in a healthy and supportive environment. [Read more…] about Fractalfest Invites Stephentown Residents

BEHOLD! New Lebanon Announces Rural Guide Tours For July 25

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BEHOLD! New Lebanon, the living museum of contemporary rural American life, has announced its Rural Guide schedule for Saturday, July 25, the third week of its inaugural summer programming. The new museum without walls celebrates the rich historical and cultural heritage of New Lebanon.  [Read more…] about BEHOLD! New Lebanon Announces Rural Guide Tours For July 25

Atwater-Donnelly To Perform And Teach At New Lebanon Library

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Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly will perform at the New Lebanon Library Friday, August 7 at 7 pm. The highly acclaimed husband-wife duo will present a delightful program of traditional American and Celtic folk songs, a capella pieces, old-time gospel songs, dance tunes, and original works. [Read more…] about Atwater-Donnelly To Perform And Teach At New Lebanon Library