News & Notes
Music at Mowry, Tonight!
The second installment of this summer’s Music at the Library monthly summer music series comes to Mowry Park in Greenwich TONIGHT, Monday, July 20, at 6:00pm. Local band River Man will graciously step in as a last minute replacement for Fife & Drom of Brooklyn, who had to bow out due to illness. The Rollin’ in Gravy food truck will be on site serving dinner and snacks.
River Man features Greenwich local Eric Kufs alongside bassist Austin Nicholson and drummer Nick Parslow. The band’s sound is true American music played with heart, sung with soul.
Music at the Library will continue throughout the summer on the third Mondays of the month.
Skidmore grads, Question of the Century, will play on August 17, and the series concludes on September 21 with local favorites Rusitcator.
This free series is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council.
Free Seminar on Estate Planning Scheduled in Greenwich
A free seminar on estate planning will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 17 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 111 Academy St., Greenwich.
The seminar, presented by Donald P. McPhee, attorney at law, of Salem, will cover a range of estate and end-of-life planning topics, including:
Goals of end-of-life planning
Wills
Health care proxies and living wills
Asset transfer planning
Trusts
Powers of attorney
Fair and equal distribution of assets
Responsibilities of an executor
Identity protection after death, including passwords and online accounts
Having difficult family conversations
Organizers said the seminar is intended to help people understand the legal and practical aspects of estate planning so surviving family members can settle an estate with less stress.
The presentation will also address challenges related to managing property and financial assets, paying bills online, maintaining a digital presence and protecting personal identity after death. It will provide an introduction to estate planning and the responsibilities of serving as an executor.
The seminar is open to the public. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP to Aaron Gabriel at aarongabriel789@outlook.com.
Children’s Fishing Tournament Set for Aug. 15
The Lake Lauderdale Improvement Association (L.L.I.A.) will hold its 30th annual Children’s Fishing Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Washington County Park pavilion on Lake Lauderdale.
The free tournament is open to children ages 15 and younger and is strictly catch-and-release. All participants must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
Fishing will be limited to the shoreline to allow volunteers access for measuring fish.
Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the pavilion. All participants must register before they begin fishing. The tournament runs from 8 to 10:30 a.m.
Prizes will be awarded for the largest fish by length, with first-, second- and third-place finishers recognized. Organizers also plan to provide a small prize for every participant.
A free hot dog lunch will be served following the tournament.
The event will be held rain or shine.
For more information, contact Deanna Spendiff at dspendiff72@gmail.com.
Washington County History Book Club to Meet Aug. 12
The Washington County Historical Society’s Local History Book Club will meet from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, in the barn at the home of Ethan and Elizabeth Finkelstein, 251 Christie Road, Greenwich.
Membership in the Washington County Historical Society is not required. Attendees are asked to bring a chair.
The discussion will focus on “Reminiscences of the Revolution, Le Loup’s Bloody Trail From Salem to Fort Edward,” written by Arthur Reid and published in 1859. The book recounts the 1777 massacre of the Allen family of Argyle. The session will begin with a quiz based on the book.
The meeting will be held in a barn that stood on the farm of Alexander McNaughton in 1777. According to local tradition, frightened neighbors gathered there after the massacre, fearing attacks by a small band of Native Americans. McNaughton led the group of Scottish immigrants who founded Argyle.
Future book club sessions will explore topics related to the Adirondack region and feature works by local authors. Upcoming discussions will include papermaking in Washington County, Floyd Bennett’s flight over the North Pole, and cartographer and artist Harriet Bentley.
For more information, contact Connie Harris Farrington at conniehfarrington@outlook.com.
Hudson Crossing Park Launches Free Summer Concert Series
Hudson Crossing Park will launch its new D.A.M. Fine Music summer concert series with a free performance by the Schuylerville band Just One More from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1.
The series is named in honor of David Alan Miller, music director of the Albany Symphony, in recognition of his commitment to music education and his support of young musicians. During his tenure with the symphony, Miller has championed programs introducing thousands of children to orchestral music while mentoring emerging artists throughout the Capital Region.
The D.A.M. Fine Music series will feature rising local musicians and aims to encourage the next generation of musical talent.
Just One More blends alternative rock influences from artists including Cage the Elephant, Backseat Lovers and Geese with original songs ranging from mellow ballads to upbeat rock and extended jams.
Concertgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for the outdoor performance at Hudson Crossing Park.
The concert is free and open to the public.
Historian to Discuss French and Indian War in Adirondacks
The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum will host historian Marie Danielle Annette Williams for a presentation on her new book, “The French and Indian War in the Adirondacks,” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 22.
The free program will be held at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa. Registration is recommended at brooksidemuseum.org.
Williams will discuss the French and Indian War and its impact on the Adirondack region during the mid-1700s, when British and French forces fought for control of North America. Her presentation will explore military campaigns around lakes George and Champlain and the roles of figures including Sir William Johnson, Robert Rogers, John Stark and Phineas Lyman.
The talk will also examine the history of key forts, including Fort William Henry, Fort Ticonderoga and Fort St. Frédéric, later known as Fort Crown Point, and their roles during the conflict.
Williams is an independent historian who lives in upstate New York. She holds a bachelor’s degree from The College of Saint Rose and a master’s degree in American history from Southern New Hampshire University. She is a member of several regional and national historical organizations and hosts “The Half-Pint Historian Podcast.”
For more information or to register, visit brooksidemuseum.org.
Tickets Available for ASA’s Forever Farmland Supper
The Agricultural Stewardship Association has announced that tickets are available for its 2026 Forever Farmland Supper, scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 6, at Hand Melon Farm in Greenwich.
The annual fundraiser celebrates farmland and forest conservation and marks the organization’s 36th year of protecting agricultural land. The evening will feature a farm-to-table dinner, live auction, paddle raise and recognition of local conservation efforts.
This year’s Conservation Champion is Greenwich resident Dave Horn, who helped establish ASA’s “Landscapes for Landsake” program 25 years ago. The fundraising event pairs local artists with conserved farmland to showcase artwork inspired by working landscapes while promoting farmland conservation.
The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and a social hour, followed by a recognition ceremony and a locally sourced dinner prepared by Chef Will Brown of Crafted Catering + Events.
Tickets begin at $125 per person. Proceeds will support ASA’s efforts to conserve farms and forests throughout Washington and Rensselaer counties.
ASA also recognized the businesses and individuals whose support helps make the event possible, including underwriting sponsors Fort Miller Group and Odd Duck Farm, along with John Hand and Hand Melon Farm.
For tickets or more information, visit agstewardship.org.
Hebron Church to Host Community Dinner Aug. 4
The Hebron United Presbyterian Church will host its monthly Community Dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, in the Fellowship Hall at the church, 3153 County Route 30, West Hebron.
The menu will include bratwurst from Yushak’s, hot dogs with a variety of toppings, summer salads, deviled eggs, baked beans and cold beverages. Gluten-free buns and gluten-free pasta salad will be available.
The free dinner is open to everyone. Guests are welcome to attend alone or with family and friends. Those who are able are invited to bring a favorite dessert to share.
The Fellowship Hall is accessible through the entrance near the rear parking lot. Accessible parking is available on the east side of the church near the white side entrance.
For more information, call the Rev. Bill Crawford at 518-854-3729.
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