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Archive for June, 2011
Critically acclaimed Martin Sexton will be playing Mt. Sabattis Pavilion in Long Lake, NY on Saturday, July 23, 2011, doors open at 5pm. Tickets are on sale now at Click here.
Some folks say… wow that’s a big show for Long Lake and it is! We are so excited to bring Martin Sexton to Long Lake and we hope you join us.
For more information about the Mt. Sabattis Pavilion – scroll down to the bottom.
Check out this video interview:
Martin Sexton with Brian Williams
Martin Sexton – what a year! From performances at Bonnaroo to opening for Dave Matthews Band, Martin Sexton seems to have found the elusive Fountain of Youth. 2010 might be Martin’s most exciting yet with a new album, a renewed fan-base, sold out shows, and a business model that other musicians are copying.
Critically acclaimed Sexton is a musician’s musician and prolific recording artist. His songs are intricate and spirited covering the American musical landscape distilling soul, gospel, R&B, country and blues. His performances are dynamic and bursting with depth and have earned him a devoted follow Critically acclaimed Martin Sexton will be playing Mt. Sabattis Pavilion in Long Lake, NY on Saturday, July 23, 2011, doors open at 5pm. Tickets are on sale now at Click here.
Some folks say… wow that’s a big show for Long Lake and it is! We are so excited to bring Martin Sexton to Long Lake and we hope you join us.
For more information about the Mt. Sabattis Pavilion – scroll down to the bottom.
Check out this video interview:
Martin Sexton with Brian Williams
Martin Sexton – what a year! From performances at Bonnaroo to opening for Dave Matthews Band, Martin Sexton seems to have found the elusive Fountain of Youth. 2010 might be Martin’s most exciting yet with a new album, a renewed fan-base, sold out shows, and a business model that other musicians are copying.
Critically acclaimed Sexton is a musician’s musician and prolific recording artist. His songs are intricate and spirited covering the American musical landscape distilling soul, gospel, R&B, country and blues. His performances are dynamic and bursting with depth and have earned him a devoted follow ... Read more
Long Lake NY, Adirondack Quilt Camp started on Sunday, June 26th with registration and open vending for over 80 quilters and 11 teachers at the Long Lake Central School.
This year classes run from Monday, June 27th – June 29th and there are still some open classes. Stop by registration between 8:30am and 9am daily to check out our available classes. Daily rates are $85 for an entire day of instruction. For more info on classes check out Adirondack Quilt Camp
Quilt Camp Vending Open June 27-29th 9am - 4pm
Vending is open to the public daily from 9am – 4pm at Long Lake Central School so if you live in the area the convenience of shopping is available right in the heart of the Adirondacks.
Presentations will be given at the Long Lake Town Hall, Monday night, Calico Gal’s presents at 7pm, Tuesday night, Patti’s Quilting and Fabrics presents and on Wednesday from 5pm – 6:30pm there will be show and tell and class projects will be on display.
There will also be projects for next year on display in the classrooms.
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Long Lake NY, Adirondack Quilt Camp started on Sunday, June 26th with registration and open vending for over 80 quilters and 11 teachers at the Long Lake Central School.
This year classes run from Monday, June 27th – June 29th and there are still some open classes. Stop by registration between 8:30am and 9am daily to check out our available classes. Daily rates are $85 for an entire day of instruction. For more info on classes check out Adirondack Quilt Camp
Quilt Camp Vending Open June 27-29th 9am - 4pm
Vending is open to the public daily from 9am – 4pm at Long Lake Central School so if you live in the area the convenience of shopping is available right in the heart of the Adirondacks.
Presentations will be given at the Long Lake Town Hall, Monday night, Calico Gal’s presents at 7pm, Tuesday night, Patti’s Quilting and Fabrics presents and on Wednesday from 5pm – 6:30pm there will be show and tell and class projects will be on display.
There will also be projects for next year on display in the classrooms.
Find us on Facebook at My Long Lake
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Simply Great Food by caterer Susan Rohrey
Simply Great Food by caterer Susan Rohrey
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Every Thursday throughout the summer on both mylonglake.com and at the Long Lake Facebook Fan Page the Long Lake Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department will post the “Weekly Round Up”
Full weekend ahead! Here’s what’s happening in Long Lake to keep you and your dad busy this Father’s Day Weekend!
Friday, June 17th,
Beach is FINALLY open! Get out your UVA and UVB sunscreen, your towels, your sand toys, your beach chairs and head on over. The Long Lake Lifeguards will be on duty daily from 10am – 6pm.
Helm’s Aero Service Community Appreciation Day
Tom Helms and co. would like to say thank you to the community with two days of free seaplane rides for Long Lake residents! Don’t miss this chance to see your beautiful community by air!
Saturday, June 18th
Fish & Game Club Bass Derby
6am-3pm, Town Beach
Happy Bass Season! Kick-off the opening day with a little competition. Get yourself out of bed early, cuz you have to register between 6 and 6:30 sharp. Late registrations not allowed, my friends. Fish til 3pm, then head back to the beach for the off Every Thursday throughout the summer on both mylonglake.com and at the Long Lake Facebook Fan Page the Long Lake Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department will post the “Weekly Round Up”
Full weekend ahead! Here’s what’s happening in Long Lake to keep you and your dad busy this Father’s Day Weekend!
Friday, June 17th,
Beach is FINALLY open! Get out your UVA and UVB sunscreen, your towels, your sand toys, your beach chairs and head on over. The Long Lake Lifeguards will be on duty daily from 10am – 6pm.
Helm’s Aero Service Community Appreciation Day
Tom Helms and co. would like to say thank you to the community with two days of free seaplane rides for Long Lake residents! Don’t miss this chance to see your beautiful community by air!
Saturday, June 18th
Fish & Game Club Bass Derby
6am-3pm, Town Beach
Happy Bass Season! Kick-off the opening day with a little competition. Get yourself out of bed early, cuz you have to register between 6 and 6:30 sharp. Late registrations not allowed, my friends. Fish til 3pm, then head back to the beach for the off ... Read more
Donnelly’s Sunset Point is located on the eastern shore of Long Lake. The three cabins are situated on 2.5 acres with beautiful views, picnic areas and a beautiful sand beach. Each cabin has it’s own sun deck and screened porch, full kitchen, bathroom and living area with cable television an WI-FI. Boat docking is available (limited). No wave runners please. Within walking distance you can enjoy the towns shopping and dining establishments. You can rent a boat or kayak from the local marina or outfitter. Play tennis or basketball at the towns facility or go for a hike on nearby trails ranging from a woodland walk to climbing an Adirondack peak, watch the kids fish off the dock or sign up for a local Bass Tournament, the fish are biting! We are a ten minute drive from the Adirondack Museum at Blue Mountain Lake and a short drive from The Wild Center in Tupper Lake. Come visit us for the spectacular Fall foliage after the summer crowds are gone. Take a boat ride on the 14 mile Long Lake for a different view of the brilliant colors. After the leaves fall and the air grows crisp, time to get out the Donnelly’s Sunset Point is located on the eastern shore of Long Lake. The three cabins are situated on 2.5 acres with beautiful views, picnic areas and a beautiful sand beach. Each cabin has it’s own sun deck and screened porch, full kitchen, bathroom and living area with cable television an WI-FI. Boat docking is available (limited). No wave runners please. Within walking distance you can enjoy the towns shopping and dining establishments. You can rent a boat or kayak from the local marina or outfitter. Play tennis or basketball at the towns facility or go for a hike on nearby trails ranging from a woodland walk to climbing an Adirondack peak, watch the kids fish off the dock or sign up for a local Bass Tournament, the fish are biting! We are a ten minute drive from the Adirondack Museum at Blue Mountain Lake and a short drive from The Wild Center in Tupper Lake. Come visit us for the spectacular Fall foliage after the summer crowds are gone. Take a boat ride on the 14 mile Long Lake for a different view of the brilliant colors. After the leaves fall and the air grows crisp, time to get out the ... Read more
Camping in the Adirondacks can take many different forms, but at John Dillon Park it offers a mobility accessible camping experience in lean-to’s and tent sites on the exclusive Grampus Lake and best of all it’s free!
John Dillon Park was built and opened in 2006 in a collaborative effort between International Paper, Paul Smith’s and the brainchild of Christine Snide, former Town Supervisor for the Town of Long Lake.
John Dillon Park is located at 2150 Tupper Road/Route 30, Long Lake NY and is open daily between 9am- 6pm with eight lean-to’s and one tent site. It is two miles down a dirt road deep into the wilderness and found along International Paper’s Grampus Lake. Paul Smith’s College oversees the facility by providing three terrific staffer’s ready to make your wilderness experience as comfortable and rewarding as possible. You need firewood, they’ll fill your wood box. You need your garbage taken care of, it is removed daily, want a boat ride? Stop by the visitor’s center, just ask, the friendly staff will do everything to make your stay comfortable.
All of the lean-tos are Camping in the Adirondacks can take many different forms, but at John Dillon Park it offers a mobility accessible camping experience in lean-to’s and tent sites on the exclusive Grampus Lake and best of all it’s free!
John Dillon Park was built and opened in 2006 in a collaborative effort between International Paper, Paul Smith’s and the brainchild of Christine Snide, former Town Supervisor for the Town of Long Lake.
John Dillon Park is located at 2150 Tupper Road/Route 30, Long Lake NY and is open daily between 9am- 6pm with eight lean-to’s and one tent site. It is two miles down a dirt road deep into the wilderness and found along International Paper’s Grampus Lake. Paul Smith’s College oversees the facility by providing three terrific staffer’s ready to make your wilderness experience as comfortable and rewarding as possible. You need firewood, they’ll fill your wood box. You need your garbage taken care of, it is removed daily, want a boat ride? Stop by the visitor’s center, just ask, the friendly staff will do everything to make your stay comfortable.
All of the lean-tos are ... Read more
Celebrate Father’s Day in Long Lake NY!. On June 19, 2011 at the Long Lake Town Hall, 1204 Main Street, Long Lake NY, Frank Orsini and The Whippersnappers will host the 20th Annual Spring Blossom Fiddle Jamboree.
Twenty years in the making, twenty years of history and tradition, the Long Lake Fiddle Jamboree returns after having been postponed due to flooding back in April.
The Whippernappers, Peter Davis, George Wilson and Frank Orsini have played the Albany Region folk-music scene for decades. Davis plays guitar, piano, and clarinet; Wilson is a traditional fiddler and banjoist who regularly performs at regional folk festivals; and fiddler-mandolinist-guitarist Frank Orsini has played with bluegrass greats Bill Keith and Frank Wakefield.
Long Lake’s Fiddle Jam is a celebration for all ages and all levels of experience helping preserve, and promote old time fiddling. No auditions are required, no competition, just good times, toe-tapping, spirit lifting music. Fiddlers arrive at the Long Lake Town Hall on Route 30 by noon on June 19th to reserve a slot to play two songs with our backup band Celebrate Father’s Day in Long Lake NY!. On June 19, 2011 at the Long Lake Town Hall, 1204 Main Street, Long Lake NY, Frank Orsini and The Whippersnappers will host the 20th Annual Spring Blossom Fiddle Jamboree.
Twenty years in the making, twenty years of history and tradition, the Long Lake Fiddle Jamboree returns after having been postponed due to flooding back in April.
The Whippernappers, Peter Davis, George Wilson and Frank Orsini have played the Albany Region folk-music scene for decades. Davis plays guitar, piano, and clarinet; Wilson is a traditional fiddler and banjoist who regularly performs at regional folk festivals; and fiddler-mandolinist-guitarist Frank Orsini has played with bluegrass greats Bill Keith and Frank Wakefield.
Long Lake’s Fiddle Jam is a celebration for all ages and all levels of experience helping preserve, and promote old time fiddling. No auditions are required, no competition, just good times, toe-tapping, spirit lifting music. Fiddlers arrive at the Long Lake Town Hall on Route 30 by noon on June 19th to reserve a slot to play two songs with our backup band ... Read more