We have a new calendar! We’re experimenting with including free cultural and educational events at other local and regional libraries, museums, and non-profits. We hope a compilation of these great events will be a valuable resource for our community. Click on the colored categories above the calendar to limit the results by drive time from the Bolton Free Library. Be sure to check the hosting organization’s website for schedule changes and cancellations. Note that some of the events at and within 10 minutes of our library are not free; these are denoted with a “($)” and costs are included in those descriptions.
Check back often for updates and let us know what you think!
Events in June 2025
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June 1, 2025(1 event) |
June 2, 2025
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June 4, 2025(3 events) – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Extinctopedia–A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it with Smithsonian Scientists, Wednesday, June 4th, 2:00 pm Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peril, with explanations of what threatens their survival. It is also a story of hope—hopes for animals that have been rediscovered, hope in the form of newly-discovered animals, and hope that we might hear the warning call and act to preserve the amazing biodiversity of our fragile planet for future generations to come. You’re invited to grab your family and friends and join us as Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book, Extinctopedia: Discover what we have lost, what is at risk, and how we can preserve the diversity of our fragile planet. In this talk, you will discover:
Extinctopedia provides a fascinating catalog of life on earth and encourages the reader to find ways of preserving the incredible diversity of species, so we may all thrive and life itself can endure on this amazing and beautiful planet. – Hosted by Lifelong James Joyce scholar Frank WeaverTake a walk back in time, to June 16, 1904, in Joseph Strick’s bold dramatization of a literary masterpiece. This cinematic interpretation of Ulysses reveals the artistry, humanity, & humor that mark Joyce’s great experimental novel. Memorable performances bring the book's 3 main characters to life! |
June 5, 2025(2 events) The Richards Library (Warrensburg) Discussing The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett and Finding Kalman – A friendly game of Scrabble is a fun way to be social while improving your memory and vocabulary skills! So Let's Play! High score will take home a prize! |
June 6, 2025(1 event) |
June 7, 2025(1 event) – Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy The Adirondacks are a unique and special place that we can all work together to protect. Celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day by learning how you can be a steward of the land. Learn about best practices for outdoor recreation and the Leave No Trace Principles as you hike the Bradley’s Lookout trail at the Pinnacle Preserve. The trail to Bradley’s Lookout is easy/moderate with mostly gradual and flat terrain. 1.2 miles round-trip. |
June 8, 2025
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June 9, 2025(1 event) – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY |
June 10, 2025(4 events) – Registration required: The Conkling Center The Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance Tour Guides give participants access to the Battlefield Park’s Visitor enter, which houses artifacts culled from archaeological digs at the site and exhibits on the fortifications and battles that were part of the 18th Century experience here. A tour of the grounds will show the ruins of Fort George, the burial site of four unknown soldiers killed during the Battle of Lake George in 1755, and three iconic bronze sculptures dedicated in 1903, 1921, and 1939. Weather-permitting, attendees may view an in-process archaeological dig being sponsored by the Skidmore College Anthropology Department.  – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell, Tuesday, June 10th, 2:00 pm
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an introduction to her newest bone-chilling, psychological thriller, Jewell will chat about her life as a writer and her critically-acclaimed body of work.
In Don’t Let Him In, three women are connected by one man in this kaleidoscopic thriller.
Nick Radcliffe is a man of substance and good taste. He has a smile that could melt the coldest heart and a knack for putting others at ease. He’s just what Nina Swann needed in her life after her husband’s unexpected death. But to Nina’s adult daughter, Ash, Nick seems too slick, too polished, too good to be true. Without telling her mother, Ash begins digging into Nick’s past. What she finds is more than unsettling…
Things don’t make sense and patience is wearing thin…
Martha is a florist living in a neighboring town with her infant daughter and her devoted husband Alistair. But lately, Alistair has been traveling more and more frequently for work, disappearing for days at a time. When Martha questions him about his frequent absences, he always has a legitimate explanation. But Martha can’t shake the feeling that something isn't right, despite her husband calling her mad and insisting they know everything there is to know about one another.
Nina, Martha, and Ash are on a collision course with a shocking truth that is far darker than anyone could have imagined. And all three are about to wish they had heeded the same warning: Don’t let him in. But the past won’t stay buried forever.
Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library In our June session of Paint with Patrice, we will be painting Monarch Butterfly. The Monarch Butterfly is an excellent subject to practice symmetry in art because of its mirrored wings. We will look closely at the proportions of the markings to create balance on the wings as well. Class size is limited to 8 participants; all abilities are welcome. All supplies and instructions provided. Thanks to the Friends of Lake George Library, this event is free. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. |
June 11, 2025(9 events) – Registration required: The Town of Chester Public Library – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step to every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: "if you aim for nothing, you'll hit it every time." Find out how to reach your dreams. – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY – Celebrate the full Strawberry moon with author/storyteller Joe Bruchac as he shares Abenaki traditions & his own experience of the world around him. Enjoy songs, poems & stories from the Adirondack foothills as told in his book "A Year Of Moons". Strawberry refreshments served! $8 Suggested. – 19th Annual Bolton Community Boat Cruise - Rain or Shine – Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy Researcher David Kramer will present “The Life History of the Moose in New York State” at the Lake George Land Conservancy building in Bolton Landing. Moose were extirpated from the Adirondacks in the late 1800s and early 1900s due to habitat destruction and overhunting. But in the 1980s, moose sightings in the Adirondacks began to trickle in. Over the past few decades, moose have established a permanent population in the New York mountains. In 2015, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) began actively monitoring it. In the program, attendees will learn about the life history and ecology of our largest state mammal and the new research initiative NYSDEC is conducting. The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams |
June 12, 2025(5 events) – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY "Boomerang House: An Adirondack Tale of Adventure and Resilience" In the Town of Chester Senior Center Room – Donna Britton is a visual artist, musician, and former educator. She has been the “resident artist” at the vintage bike tent at Americade for the last two years. Her recent work is a series of acrylic abstract paintings based on details of motorcycles. She recently had a solo show “Mostly Motorpsychedelic” at the North Country Arts 2nd Floor Gallery in Glens Falls City Hall where she displayed her motorcycle themed paintings, landscapes and some other abstract pieces. In 2023 she had a show titled “Motorpsychedelic” which included thirty of these motorcycle paintings at the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts, and one of her paintings, “Lookin’ For Adventure,” took Second Place Best of Show at the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts Fall/Winter Juried Show. Ms. Britton’s work will be on display at the library through the end of July. A reception will be held on Tuesday, June 12th at 6:00 pm. Project Local is held in partnership with the Lake George Arts Project. |
June 13, 2025(2 events) – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY |
June 14, 2025(1 event) – Join Coast Guard Veteran Matt Kelly for an informative and fun Flag Day Celebration. Enjoy a reading of the story "The Biggest (and Best) Flag That Ever Flew". Then Matt will share interesting Flag facts, Flag raising protocols and how to properly care for your American Flag! |
June 15, 2025
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June 16, 2025(3 events) – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us for yoga storytime, Mondays in June at Caldwell-Lake George Library with Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! 4 week session: 6/2-6/23 Pre-School Yoga (3-4 yrs old) 2:00-2:30 pm Welcoming new students: no yoga experience necessary Early Elementary Yoga (5-10 yrs old) 2:45-3:15 CALL 518-796-4558 TO PRE-REGISTER – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us for yoga storytime, Mondays in June at Caldwell-Lake George Library with Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! 4 week session: 6/2-6/23 Pre-School Yoga (3-4 yrs old) 2:00-2:30 pm Welcoming new students: no yoga experience necessary Early Elementary Yoga (5-10 yrs old) 2:45-3:15 CALL 518-796-4558 TO PRE-REGISTER – A 121st Bloomsday Bash! Presented by Frank WeaverFirst published 103 years ago, James Joyce’s novel Ulysses continues to entertain, enlighten titillate & bewilder readers. Frank will share some of the most effective keys to unlock the wonders of "Ulysses". All attendees will receive a special gift to help to help them along in that endeavor! |
June 17, 2025(4 events) – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Statistics show that approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to screen candidates for job opportunities. Find out how you can prepare and hear suggestions for getting the most visibility out of your online application.
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June 18, 2025(4 events) – CARRIAGE HOUSE COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY The Richards Library (Warrensburg) Will focus on children ages 3-5. Other ages welcome. Child supervision required. Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Statistics show that approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to screen candidates for job opportunities. Find out how you can prepare and hear suggestions for getting the most visibility out of your online application.
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June 19, 2025(2 events) – Chapman Museum presents the history and origins of the ADK Underground Railroad, highlighting locations in Washington, Warren, & Saratoga counties that served as stops along the path to freedom, and important figures in the movement. Shepard Park, Lake George |
June 20, 2025(2 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Beyond Job Searches: Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. It’s more than finding jobs; it’s a pivotal force propelling higher salaries and career advancement. Networking is the workout regimen your career muscle craves. Join us for an approachable journey to networking. |
June 21, 2025(1 event) – Tri-County Community DaysResidents of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties receive FREE admission with proof of residency and by providing an email address. |
June 22, 2025(1 event) – Tri-County Community DaysResidents of Warren, Washington, and Saratoga Counties receive FREE admission with proof of residency and by providing an email address. |
June 23, 2025(3 events) – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us for yoga storytime, Mondays in June at Caldwell-Lake George Library with Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! 4 week session: 6/2-6/23 Pre-School Yoga (3-4 yrs old) 2:00-2:30 pm Welcoming new students: no yoga experience necessary Early Elementary Yoga (5-10 yrs old) 2:45-3:15 CALL 518-796-4558 TO PRE-REGISTER – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us for yoga storytime, Mondays in June at Caldwell-Lake George Library with Once Upon a Time Yoga Adventures! 4 week session: 6/2-6/23 Pre-School Yoga (3-4 yrs old) 2:00-2:30 pm Welcoming new students: no yoga experience necessary Early Elementary Yoga (5-10 yrs old) 2:45-3:15 CALL 518-796-4558 TO PRE-REGISTER RSVP requested: The Sembrich New York aristocrat Newland Archer strains the intransigent mores of Gilded Age society when he falls for his fiancée's scandalous cousin. Martin Scorsese’s opulent rendering of Edith Wharton’s 1920 novel stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Michelle Pfeiffer and Winona Ryder. The film was released theatrically on September 17, 1993, by Columbia Pictures. It received critical acclaim, won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design, and was nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Ryder), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Original Score, and Best Art Direction. Miriam Margolyes won the Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Mrs. Mingott from BAFTA in 1994. The film grossed $68 million on a $34 million budget. Film Rating: PG
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June 24, 2025(6 events) – Registration required: Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP) Join APIPP and search for aquatic invasive species this summer on your favorite lake or stream. Each year volunteers, lake associations, and partner organizations go out and do early detection surveys for 16 invasive species. In this virtual webinar we will review how to identify the top eight animal and eight plant species that we are looking for. We then review how to report your observations via our forms and by using iMapInvasives. Participants commit to monitoring a waterbody of their choice at least one time between July and September. Later in the summer we will have in-person trainings that allow for hands-on experience with invasive species identification. Help protect your lake by looking out for invasive species! Registration required: Warren County Career Center Join us for this informal glimpse into potential stumbling blocks to finding a job and some resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Whether you're facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns, or more - we're here to help connect you to resources!
Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step to every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: "if you aim for nothing, you'll hit it every time." Find out how to reach your dreams. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate, Tuesday, June 24th, 4:00 pm, 3rd to 6th grade Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, Odder. Everyone wants to meet Odder, the Queen of Play. Odder spends her days off the coast of central California, practicing her underwater acrobatics and spinning the quirky stories for which she’s known. She’s a fearless daredevil, curious to a fault. But when Odder comes face-to-face with a hungry great white shark, her life takes a dramatic turn, one that will challenge everything she believes about herself―and about the humans who hope to save her. Katherine Applegate’s Odder is inspired by the true story of a Monterey Bay Aquarium program that pairs orphaned otter pups with surrogate mothers. This poignant and humorous tale told in free verse examines bravery and healing through the eyes of one of nature’s most beloved and charming animals. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library Join us for needle felting at the library on Tuesday, June 24th at 6:00 pm. Needle felting is a craft that uses specially designed notched needles to sculpt wool into shapes and designs. The notches on the needles tangle the wool fibers, causing them to interlock and form firm structures. This versatile craft allows you to create anything from simple 2D flat pieces to intricate 3D sculptures. Michele will guide us through the process of creating something special. All supplies and instruction are provided. If you have crafted with us before, feel free to bring supplies. This event is free, but space is limited; call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register. |
June 25, 2025(4 events) Registration required: Town of Chester Library
Registration required: Warren County Career Center
Beyond Job Searches: Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. It’s more than finding jobs; it’s a pivotal force propelling higher salaries and career advancement. Networking is the workout regimen your career muscle craves. Join us for an approachable journey to networking. – Registration required: Lake George Land Conservancy Join Alan Hicks, retired endangered species biologist with DEC, as he meanders through his own experiences coupled with a number of examples drawn from history, to draw a picture of what the future for wildlife and humans might hold. The activities of humans have always influenced wildlife populations. Advancements in technologies, changes in social norms, and the relentless increase in population have benefited a small number of species but have harmed vastly more. – Registration required: Caldwell-Lake George Library In this painting class, we will be painting Fox Field with local artist Morgan Taylor. Follow along as Morgan demonstrates color, layering, gradients, and other acrylic painting techniques. Participants will take home their very own painting at the end of the class. The workshop will take place on June 25th at 6:00pm. Class size is limited to 12 participants, and all skill levels are welcome. All supplies and instruction will be provided. Please call the library at (518) 668-2528 to register, |
June 26, 2025(5 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center
– Lake George Historical Association This compelling evening will explore the enduring history, culture, and vision of the Mohawk people through storytelling and conversation with two respected Haudenosaunee knowledge keepers. – Enjoy high energy dance tunes from the Irish, Quebecois, ADK & New England traditions. Hudson River Ceili performs traditional Irish & other Celtic style music and dance under the stars in our Pavilion! $8 Suggested Donation. Festive Refreshments Served. Shepard Park, Lake George |
June 27, 2025(3 events) – Sign Up & Explore creative ways to reduce, reuse, recycle & Save Our Earth! Each Friday through August 8th we'll read & play with important elements contributing to the Earth's beauty! Join us & get the info packet for this PaperPie program including details on how you can earn book rewards. – Betterbee is bringing an observation hives full of live bees! Observation hives safely show the wonderful complexity of life in a bee hive. Learn bee facts and enjoy a honey tasting! Underwritten by the Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation. Event is part of our Summer Reading Kick-off! |
June 28, 2025(3 events) June 28, 2025 – June 29, 2025 Free fishing days offer residents and non-residents who are 16 and older* to fish without a freshwater fishing license (*Kids under 16 can always fish for free!). These days offer the perfect opportunity to try out fishing for the first time, to get back into the sport, or to take a friend or the whole family along to fish! Even though a license is not needed, all other fishing regulations apply. – Join Pastel Artist Joanne Quinlivan for an all levels experience in painting with pastels. With a focus on the Ponds and Lakes of the Adirondacks Joanne will guide you through the process of creating an original work of art. Weather permitting this class will be outdoors. $10 Suggested Donation. – Join us in The Courthouse Gallery to meet the artists of Balancing Ecosystems |
June 29, 2025(2 events) June 28, 2025 – June 29, 2025 Free fishing days offer residents and non-residents who are 16 and older* to fish without a freshwater fishing license (*Kids under 16 can always fish for free!). These days offer the perfect opportunity to try out fishing for the first time, to get back into the sport, or to take a friend or the whole family along to fish! Even though a license is not needed, all other fishing regulations apply. – Gallery Tour and Art-Making Opportunity for All Ages! See the exhibition Balancing Ecosystems |
June 30, 2025(1 event) – Join Bernie for a program featuring live animals you may have not seen before like a Canada Lynx named Max. Also in tow will be Porkchop the Hedgehog and Lil Bun the Holland Lop. Learn fun facts about each of these wonderful wildlife animals while witnessing their beauty. |
July 1, 2025(1 event) – Come and enjoy free concerts by a different talented act each Tuesday evening at Rogers Memorial Park from 7:00-9:00 PM. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and be entertained!July 1st Blue Moon Take a rockin’ trip down memory lane with the high energy classic rock band, Bolton’s own, Blue Moon, where sitting is not an option…ya just gotta move! Rain Location: Bolton Community Center, 50 Edgecomb Pond Rd July 8th Stony Creek Band A quality combination of country, rock and blues. John Strong and Company are long time area favorites! Bring your blanket, snacks, and relax for a while. Rain Location: Bolton Community Center, 50 Edgecomb Pond Rd July 15th Roadhouse 60’s Band A 60’s rock tribute band, dedicated to playing the danceable songs from the Billboard’s Top 20 chart. Come and see why Roadhouse 60’s is becoming one of the most popular bands in the area! Rain Location: Town Hall July 22nd Studio Two Tribute is a headlining Beatles band that pays tribute to the early Beatles years, choosing songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era. By recreating the Fab Four’s music, instruments, and onstage banter, Studio Two performs your most favorite hits that will bring people to the dance floor. Rain Location: Town Hall July 24th THIS IS A THURSDAY Jacksland an Eddy Nominated Soulful/Groove/Pop duo who have played all over the capital district and beyond! It features the soulful/passionate voice of Jackie Dugas and legendary singer/guitarist Rick Bolton. On this night they will be joined by Tim Wechgalear on violin and Pat Perkinson on Bass. Rain Location: Town Hall July 29th The North Country Jazz Project Big Band, these eighteen musicians are passionate about entertaining, inspiring and educating audiences with a wide variety of music from the Big Band repertoire. Many of our members are local, current or retired music educators. From Count Basie to Chick Corea, from Maynard Ferguson to Stevie Wonder this Big Band plays everything with spirit and skill. Rain Location: Town Hall August 5th Fenimore Blues, performs an eclectic mix of blues, R&B, and rock. The powerful vocals of Sherian Nolan are backed by musicians on guitar, keyboards, saxophone, bass, drums, and accordion. This combination allows a range of styles drawing on music notables from Bonnie Raitt to Aretha Franklin, the Neville Brothers to the Allman Brothers, Linda Ronstadt to Etta James, Santana to Tedeschi Trucks. Rain Location: Bolton Community Center, 50 Edgecomb Pond Rd August 12th Marty Wendell Rockabilly Hall of Fame recording artist, MARTY WENDELL and His Tour Band. He has shared the stage with a long list of legendary artists including Arlo Guthrie, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash. Wherever he and his band perform they remind their audiences just how good genuine roots rockabilly music can be. Rain Location: Bolton Community Center, 50 Edgecomb Pond Rd August 19th The Switch is a rock n' roll band that also calls on blues and funk influences. Known for their powerful and full sound, they'll be performing everything from Led Zeppelin to the Allman Brothers to the Meters to BB King to some originals. Rain Location: Town Hall August 26th Willie Playmore Band A local classic rock band playing music from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today! Rain Location: Town Hall
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July 2, 2025(2 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center Your resume and cover letter are crucial components that can set you apart from other candidates when applying for a job. This workshop will present the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. *Please bring a rough draft of your resume*
– From Italy to Diamond Point! Join us for a friendly game of Bingo. We'll play several rounds of this game and each winner will get a Prize! All ages welcomed! |
July 3, 2025(4 events) Registration required: Warren County Career Center Your resume and cover letter are crucial components that can set you apart from other candidates when applying for a job. This workshop will present the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. *Please bring a rough draft of your resume*
Registration required: Warren County Career Center Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired which can be used in a different job. Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer's problem. Learn ways to research the employer's needs then identify and show them that you have these skills.
– Get your dancing shoes on and let's celebrating Independence! The music of Will Pediccone will set the tone for this Rockin' dance party under the pavilion! Enjoy refreshments and check out our book sale! Winning ticket for the "Party in a Fridge" raffle will be drawn at 2pm! Shepard Park, Lake George |
July 4, 2025(3 events) – Rogers Park BandstandMusic with Mark Rabin, 11:00 AM-2:00 PM enjoy live music Music with DJ Andy Pratt begins at 2:00 PM 6:30-7:30 PM Magician Jim Snack, strolling on the Rogers Park hillside 7:30-8:15 PM Stage Show with Magician Jim Snack 9:30 PM Fireworks in Rogers Park
Celebrate Independence Day with us at Fort William Henry and enjoy a special reading of the Declaration of Independence. Let us honor our history and freedom together. |
July 5, 2025(3 events) – Lake George Land Conservancy After Party Registration is currently closed for the Hike-A-Thon; however, if you are interested in volunteering or joining the wait list, there is information on their website: Lake George Land Conservancy Hike-A-Thon – Beginners and seasoned players are invited to join in the fun as we play the ultimate domino game! Mexican Train Dominoes is both fun and challenging, so "Let's Play!" For Adults & Teens. Celebrate Independence Day with us at Fort William Henry and enjoy a special reading of the Declaration of Independence. Let us honor our history and freedom together. |
