2016 Spring/Summer recreation Guide

Spring/Summer 2016
Recreational Activity
Guide
Table of Contents
Fairs
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Farmers' Market
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Libraries
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Museums
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Parks
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Services and Leisure
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Events Separate by County
Albany
21
Fulton- Mongometry
25
Rensselaer
27
Saratoga
30
Schenectady
32
Warren
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Out of Town
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Coding Index
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Fairs
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Altamont Faire
Mid- August
129 Grand St. Altamont Ave. NY 12009
http://altamontfair.com
(518) 861-6671
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Albany Region Fairs
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Cambridge Balloon Festival
Early June, check website
Cambridge Central School Rt.22 Cambridge, NY
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Various Dates
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http://www.albany.com/events/festivals/
Most are free to go.
https://balloonfest.wordpress.com/
518-677-0887
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Fonda Fair
8/30-9/5/2016
21 South Bridge Street, Fonda, NY 12068
http://www.fondafair.com/
518-853-3313
Check Site
Glenville Oktoberfest
September, check website for dates
Maalwyck Park, Glenville
www.glenvilleoktoberfest.com
Free
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New York State’s Food Festival
Not Disclosed currently
Empire State Plaza - 240 STATE ST. ALBANY, NY
www.albany.com/event/esp-food-festival-36224
Free: Purchase food $-$$
Saratoga County Fair
7/19-7/24/2016
162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa NY 12020
www.saratogacountyfair.org
(518) 885-9701
General admission $12
Saratoga Festivals
Varying throughout spring/summer!
www.saratoga.com/events
Check out the website for multiple events
Check site
Schenectady County Festivals
Vary throughout spring/summer
Vary-Check website for more details!
www.schenectadycounty.com
Go to Living-->Special Events
Free
Warren County Balloon Festival
Mid-September 2016
600 Glen St., Glens Falls, NY
www.lakegeorge.com/fall/balloon-fest.cfm
518-222-4293
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Washington County Fair
July 26th-31st 2016
392 Old Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich, NY 12834
www.washingtoncountyfair.com
518-692-2464
Parking Free, General Admission $$
Renaissance Faire
Aug. 6th-Oct 2nd 2016
600 Route 17A, Tuxedo NY 10987
http://www.renfair.com/ny/
(845) 351-5171
Adults-$25, Children 5-12- $12, 4 and under are free
Coupons are found on the website for discounted pricing
Rhinebeck Car Show
May 7th and 8th, 8a-5p
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9
http://rhinebeckcarshow.com/
$12 Adults, 12 and under free, Seniors $10
Events at Saratoga County Fair
Various dates, check website
162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa NY 12020
www.saratogacountyfair.org
(518) 885-9701
Prices vary per event
Schaghticoke Fair
8/31-9/5/2016
69 Stillwater Bridge Rd., Schaghticoke NY
http://www.schaghticokefair.com/
(518) 753-4411
TBD- Check website for other events at the
fairgrounds!!
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Farmer's Markets
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www.albany.com/guide/shopping_farmmarkets.cfm
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Brunswick Farmer's Market
Tuesdays: June- Aug
18 Keyes Lane, Troy, NY 12180
http://www.townofbrunswick.org/services/farmersmarket/
(518) 279-3461 x 108
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Buhrmaster Fruit/Produce
Daily, May-Oct.
189 Saratoga Rd, Scotia
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Albany County Farmer’s Markets
Check out Website for dates and times
http://www.buhrmasterfarms.com/
(518) 399-5931
GLENS FALLS
Check website
South St. Pavilion
www.Glensfallsfarmersmarket.com
webmaster@glensfallsfarmersmarket.com
Ryan's Farmer's Market
Mon. - Sat. 9:00AM- 5:30pm Sun. 11A-4P
114 Railroad Avenue, Albany, NY
http://www.ryansproduce.com/
518.459.5775
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Schenectady Farmer's Market
Tuesdays or Thursdays from 9a-1:30p
St. Luke's Church, (Tues), 105 Jay St., Schenectady (Thurs)
http://schenectadygreenmarket.org/
(518) 386-2225, ext 226
Menands Farmer's Market
Check website
381 Broadway, Menands NY 12204
http://www.capitaldistrictfarmersmarket.org/contact.php
(518) 465-1023
Hours 9a-1p
Delmar Farmer's Market
Saturdays, 9a-1p beginning 5/7
332 Kenwood Ave, Delmar NY
http://delmarmarket.org/
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Hoosick Falls Artisan Exchange and Farmers Market
Wed's 4-6:30pm
80 Church St., Hoosick Falls NY 12090
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Saratoga Farmer's Market
Various dates/times, see website
See website for various locations
518-686-9050
http://www.saratogafarmersmarket.org/
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Libraries
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Albany Public Library
161 Washington Ave., Albany NY 12210
http://www.albanypubliclibrary.org
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Amsterdam Free Library
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Ballston Spa Public Library
21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa NY 12020
http://www.ballston.sals.edu
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Clifton Park-Half-moon Library
475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park NY 12065
http://www.cphlibrary.org
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Corinth Free Library
89 Main St., Corinth NY 12822
http://www.corinth.sals.edu
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Crandell Library
251 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 12801
www.crandelllibrary.org
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Gloversville Public Library
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Mohawk Valley Library
858 Duanesburg Rd., Schenectady NY 12306
http://www.mvls.info
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Rotterdam Branch Library
1100 N Westcott Rd., Schenectady NY 12306
http://www.scpl.org/
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Saratoga Springs Public Library
49 Henry St., Saratoga NY 12866
http://www.sspl.org
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Schenectady County Public Library
99 Clinton St., Schenectady NY 12305
http://www.scpl.org/
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Pember Library and Museum
33 West Main St, Granville Ny 12832
http://thepember.com/
28 Church St, Amsterdam, NY 12010
http://www.amsterdamlibrary.com/index.html
58 E Fulton St, Gloversville, NY 12078
http://gloversvillelibrary.org/
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Guilderland Public Library
2228 Western Ave, Guilderland, NY 12084
http://www.guilpl.org/
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Bethlehem Public Library
451 Delaware Ave., Delmar NY 12054
www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org
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Museums
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Empire State Aeroscience Museum
Daily, year round, hours vary
250 Rudy Chase Dr., Glenville
http://www.esam.org/
(518) 377-2191, ext 10
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Grant Cottage-Historic home where Ulysses S Grant fought final battles
Memorial Day-Labor Day Wed-Sun 10a-4p, Labor Day-Columbus Day, weekends 10-4p
28 Mt. McGregor Rd., Gansevoort, NY 12831
www.grantcottage.org
(518) 584-4353
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Hyde Museum
T-Sa:10a-5pm, Su:12-5p
161 Warren St., Glens Falls, NY
www.hydecollection.org/
518-792-1761
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Maybee Farm Historic Site
All year, Tues-Sat
1100 Main St., Rotterdam Junction
http://visitschenectady.com/content/mabee-farm-historic-site
(518) 887-5073
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Misi: Schenectady Science Museum
Daily, Closed Holidays
15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady
http://www.schenectadymuseum.org/
(518) 382-7890
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National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
Year Round-see website for times of operation
191 Union Ave, Saratoga NY 12866
https://www.racingmuseum.org/
1-800-Jockey4
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Children under 5 free
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New York State Military Museum
Appointments are required; Tues-Fri 10a-4p
61 Lake Ave., Saratoga NY 12866
http://dmna.ny.gov/historic/mil-hist.htm
(518) 581-5100
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New York State Museum
Tues. - Sun., 9:30 A - 5:00 P Closed Mon.'s and National Holidays
222 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12230
http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/
518-474-5877
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Saratoga Auto Museum
April-June, Tues-Sun 10a-5p, July-August Daily 10a-5p
110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga NY 12866
www.saratogaautomuseum.org
(518) 587-1935
Free
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Schenectady History Museum
Daily, hours vary
32 Washington Ave., Schenectady
http://schenectadyhistorical.org/
(518) 374-0263
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Tang Museum
Tues-Sun 12p-5p, Fri open until 7 during summer months
815 North Broadway, Saratoga NY 12866
www.tang.skidmore.edu
(518) 580-8080
Suggested $
Visit the Frances Young Tang museum and art gallery and check out
the art exhibits!
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BRUCE MUSEUM
Tues.-Sun. 10am-4:30pm
1 Museum Dr. Greenwich, CT 06830
https://brucemuseum.org/
203.869.0376
Free Tuesday;$$ Adults/Students/Seniors, Children free
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STAMFORD MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTER
Mon.-Sat., 9 am - 5 pm; Sun.,11 am - 5pm
39 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT 06903
http://stamfordmuseum.org/
203.322.1646
$$ Admission, Members free
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Adirondack Museum
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May 20 to October 10, 7 days a week, 10a to 5p
Rt. 28N & 30, Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812
http://www.adkmuseum.org/
(518) 352-7311
Adults 18+ $18, Seniors 62+ $16, Youth 6-12 $6
Teens 13-17 $12
Slate Valley Museum
Tues-Fri 1p-4p, Sat 10-a-4p
17 Water St., Granville Ny 12832
http://www.slatevalleymuseum.org/
518) 642-1417
Check website for pricing!
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Albany Pine Bush
195 New Karner Road, Albany NY
http://www.albanypinebush.org/contact
(518) 456-0655
Free
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Central Park and Rose Gardens
500 Iroquois Way, Schenectady
http://www.schenectadyrose.com/
(518) 382-5151
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Cherry Plain State Park
10 State Park Road, Petersburg, NY 12138
www.nysparks.com/parks/173/details.aspx
(518) 733-5400
Free
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Congress Park
Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
http://www.saratogacommunitycourt.com/
N/A
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
56 Game Farm Rd, Delmar, NY 12054
http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html
(518) 475-0291
Free
NYS Parks charge $10 per vehicle or you can get an Access Pass that permits residents
of NYS with Disabilities free or discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational
facilities. Go to the website and click on the link for the access pass
http://parks.ny.gov
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Frear Park and Golf Course
Corner of Park Blvd and Lavin Ct. Troy NY 12180
www.troyny.gov/Departments/Parks_Recreation/GolfCourse
(518) 270-4553
Freedom Park
Schonowee Ave, Scotia
www.freedomparkscotia.com
Check website for summer concerts and events!
Free
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Grafton Lakes State Park
100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way, Cropseyvile, NY 12052
www.graftonparks.com/
(518) 279-1155
Free
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Great Flats Nature Trail
Schenectady
http://alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/great-flats-nature-trail
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Indian Meadow Park
Droms Rd., Glenville
www.townofglenville.org/Public_Documents/GlenvilleNY_Parks/index
(518) 688-1200, ext 321
NYS Parks charge $10 per vehicle or you can get an Access Pass that permits residents
of NYS with Disabilities free or discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational
facilities. Go to the website and click on the link for the access pass
http://parks.ny.gov
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Lions Park
3439 Rosendale Rd., Niskayuna
www.niskayuna.org/Public_Documents/NiskayunaNY_Rec/lions_park
(518) 386-4592
Free
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Lock 7 Boat Launch
Lock 7 Park, River Rd Niskayuna
http://www.niskayuna.org/Public_Documents/NiskayunaNY_Rec/lock_7_boat_launch
(518) 386-4592
Free
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Milton Playground
http://www.maltamama.com/home/parks-playgrounds-burgess-kimball-memorial-park-milton
Free
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Peerless Pool
19 Roosevelt Dr. Saratoga, NY 12866
www.nysparks.com
(518) 584-2535
Open from 6/28-9/1, 10a-6p
$
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Plotter Kill Preserve
Rotterdam, see website
http://www.schenectadycounty.com/FullStory.aspx?m=194&amid=769
N/A
Free
NYS Parks charge $10 per vehicle or you can get an Access Pass that permits residents
of NYS with Disabilities free or discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational
facilities. Go to the website and click on the link for the access pass
http://parks.ny.gov
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River Rd Park
2555 River Rd., Niskayuna
http://www.niskayuna.org/Public_Documents/NiskayunaNY_Rec/river_road
(518) 386-4592
Free
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Saratoga Spa State Park
19 Roosevelt Ln., Saratoga Springs, NY
http://nysparks.com/parks/saratogaspa/details.aspx
Free
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Schdack Island State Park
1 Schodack Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156
www.schodack.org/park.htm
(518) 732-0187
Free
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Thatcher State Park
1 Hales Cave Rd, Voorheesville, NY 12186
http://nysparks.com/parks/128/
(518) 872-1237
Free
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Molly Stark St. Park
705 Rt 9 East, Wilmington, VT
www.vtstateparks.com/htm/mollystark.htm
802-464-5460
Open 10a-Sunset, free admission
NYS Parks charge $10 per vehicle or you can get an Access Pass that permits residents
of NYS with Disabilities free or discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational
facilities. Go to the website and click on the link for the access pass
http://parks.ny.gov
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Bear Mountain State Park
55 Hessian Dr. Bear Mountain, NY
www.visitbearmountain.com/bear-mountain-state-park.htm
845-786-2701
Free
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Crandall Park
576-600 Glen St, Glens Falls, NY 12801
http://www.crandallpark.com/
No admission-Check site for events***
New for 2015, Outdoor Exercise Equipment!
Free
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Pack Forest
Address: 276 Pack Forest Rd Warrensburg NY 12885
Website: http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1875.html
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Northville Village Beach
283 State Highway 30 Amsterdam NY
http://www.44lakes.com/things-to-do/northville-village-beach/
(518) 863-4040
May have fees for parking, check website
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Riverlink Park
Main St., Amsterdam NY
http://www.amsterdamny.gov/visitors/parks.php
Check website for fun summer events!
NYS Parks charge $10 per vehicle or you can get an Access Pass that permits residents
of NYS with Disabilities free or discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational
facilities. Go to the website and click on the link for the access pass
http://parks.ny.gov
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Normanskill Preserve
Address:
Mill Rd., Albany NY
Website: http://mohawkhudson.org/our-preserves/normans-kill-preserves/
Contact
Free
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Prospect Park
Address: 65 Prospect Rd. Troy, NY
Website: http://www.troyny.gov/Departments/Parks_Recreation/prospectpark.aspx
Contact
Free
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Ballston Veterans Bike Path
Address: see website
Contact
Free
Website: http://www.traillink.com/trail/ballston-veterans-bike-path.aspx
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Services and Leisure
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Boulevard Bowl
1315 Erie Blvd., Schenectady
http://www.eboulevardbowl.com/
(518) 374-4171
$$-$$$
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Del Lanes
4 Bethlehem Ct., Delmar
http://bowldel.com
(518) 439-2224
Check website for
specials and pricing!
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The Candle Collective
20 Prospect St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020, Building 2, Suite
http://www.candle-collective.com/
(518) 288-3695
See website for hours,
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Create your own candle!
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Comedy Works
500 Northern Blvd, Albany, NY 12204
http://www.thecomedyworks.com/
(518) 512-4075
Also-location in Saratoga!
388 Broadway, Saratoga NY 12866
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Dutch Apple Cruises
141 Broadway, Albany, NY 12202
www.dutchapplecruises.com
(518) 463-0220
Check Website for prices
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Fantastic Sam's
4874 State Highway 30 Amsterdam, 12010
518-843-5863
$$$-$$$$
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Glenville SportsPlex
104 Freemans Bridge Rd., Scotia
www.glenvillesportplex.com
(518) 393-4140
Check website for pricing!
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Jay Allen Studios
1839 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205
www.jayallenbarberstudio.com
(518) 869-5858
$$$-$$$$
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JP Morgan cruises
278 River St, Troy, NY 12180
www.captainjpcruise.com
(518) 270-1901
$$$-$$$$
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Jumping Jacks
5 Schonowee Ave. Scotia, NY 12302
www.jumpinjacksdriveininc.com/
518-393-6101
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LG Bowl
2211 Canada St., Lake George, NY
www.lakegeorgebowl.com
518-668-5741
Check Website for prices
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Rollarama Skating Center
2710 Hamburg St., Schenectady NY
http://www.rollarama.com
(518) 355-2140
Check website for hours and schedule
$$-$$$
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Saratoga Casino and Raceway
342 Jefferson St., Saratoga NY 12866
http://www.saratogacasino.com
(518) 584-2110
Open Daily, 8a-4a
Must be 18 years or older
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Saratoga Lake Equestrian Center
467 County Route 75, Mechanicville NY 12118
http://www.saratoga.com/business/saratoga-lake-equestrian-center-11804/
(518) 788-1905
Camp offered during the summer!
Call for appointments and costs.
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Saratoga Paint & Sip Studio
80 Henry St., Saratoga NY 12866
http://www.saratogapaintandsip.com
(518) 584-5244
Check websites for dates!
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Saratoga Race Track
267 Union Ave, Saratoga NY 12866
http://www.saratogaracetrack.com
(518) 584-6200
Dates: July 24th-Sept. 7th, Not open Tuesdays
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Schenectady Ice Rink
5 Tower Rd., Scotia NY
http://www.rinktime.com
(518) 384-2445
Call for schedule.
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Sparetime Bowling
1668 Rt 9 Clifton Park, NY 12065
www.sparetimeentertainment.com
371-4000
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"search Schenectady"
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Yankee Trails
569 3rd Avenue Extension, Rensselaer, NY 12144
www.yankeetrails.com
(518) 286-2400
Check Website for prices
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Strawberry Ridge, Pick your own starwberries!
66 Middleton Rd, Granville Ny 12832
http://www.strawberryridge.org/
518-642-1385
Check website for pricing!
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Great Escape
89 Six Flags Dr., Queensbury NY 12804
https://www.sixflags.com/greatescape/store/tickets
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Playdium Bowling Center
363 Ontario St., Albany NY 12208
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Staff get in free w/ ID!
Check website for hours of operation
http://playdiumbowlingcenter.com
(518) 438-0300
Check website for
hours & pricing
Sunset Lanes
1160 Central Ave., Albany NY
http://www.sunsetrecreation.com
(518) 545-4385
Check website for hours &
pricing
Shelly's Cut & Style
204 Remsen St., Cohoes NY 12047
N/A
(518) 238-0325
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Albany County
County Website of Events:
http://www.albany.org/events/
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Albany Capital Pride
Washington Park, Albany NY
www.albany.com/event/capital-pride-58748/
518-462-6138
Description:
See Website for more information
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Albany Therapeutic Riding Center
182 Martin Rd, Voorheesville, NY 12186
http://www.justhorses.com/ind/C660.html
(518)765-2764
Therapeutic riding programs.
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Alive at 5
Jennings Landing
www.albanyevents.org/events/Alive_at_Five__3_event_main.htm
Check Website
Description:
Music, Food and little shops!
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Capital Repertory Theater
111 NORTH PEARL STREET ALBANY, NY 12207
http://capitalrep.org/
(518) 445-7469
Description:
Puts on various performances
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Coccadotts Bakery
584 New Loudon Road Loudonville, NY 12110
www.coccadotts.com/loudonville
518.713.4712
Description:
A bakery that will by appointment do cupcake
tutorials or “girls night out” events with small
groups. Quiet location and environment
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Albany County
County Website of Events:
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
http://www.albany.org/events/
Dave and Busters
1 Crossgates Mall Rd. Albany NY
www.daveandbusters.com
(518) 313-4500
Video arcade and restaurant.
Joannes Fabric
1440 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205
www.joann.com
(518) 459-5026
A tutorial or “how-to” session for many arts and
crafts
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Madison Theater
1036 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
http://www.themadisontheater.com/
(518) 438-2094
Description:
Different plays, movies and activities
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Old songs Festival
Altamont Fair Grounds
http://festival.oldsongs.org/
(518) 765-2815
Description:
Price: $$ See website for dates
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Pottery Place
1475 Western Ave #55, Albany, NY 12203
www.potteryplace.com
(518) 446-0870
Description:
This is a sensory place using your hands to make
ceramics. A quiet location and good for one on one
outings
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Albany County
County Website of Events: http://www.albany.org/events/
Funny Bone Comedy and Restaurant
Crossgates Mall, Albany
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
http://albany.funnybone.com/
(518) 313-7484
Description:
Check website for calendar & pricing!
Name:
Albany Pinebush Discovery Center
Address: 195 New Karner Rd, Albany NY 12205
Website: http://www.albanypinebush.org/discovery-center/admission-and-hours
Contact:
Descriptio Hours 9a-4p daily, 10a-4p weekends and
holidays, Free admission!
Name:
Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center
Address:
30 Aviation Rd, Albany, NY 12205
Website:
http://www.ciccotticenter.org/
Contact:
518-867-8920
Descriptio See website for hours
$15 for a day pass! Indoor Water Slides!
Name:
Guptill's Skate Arena
Address: 1085 New Loudon Rd., Cohoes Ny 12047
Website: www.guptillsarena.com
Contact: (518) 785-0660
Descriptio Roller skate rink, arcade, & more!
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Palace Theater
19 Clinton Ave., Albany NY 12207
http://palacealbany.com/
(518) 465-3334
Descriptio Many shows, check website for details, pricing
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Albany County
http://www.albany.org/events/
Spectrum Theater
290 Delaware Ave., Albany Ny 12209
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
https://www.landmarktheatres.com/albany-ny/spectrum-8-theatres
(518) 449-8995
Description:
Movie theater, see schedule
on website
Indian Ladder Farms
342 Altamont RD., Route 156, Altamont
Name:
Address:
Website:
http://www.indianladderfarms.com/
Contact:
(518) 765-2956
Descriptio Starts 5/4, many events, check website
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Altamont Orchards Strawberry Picking
Pick your
Descriptio own starts
6654 Dunnsville Rd., Altamont NY
http://altamontorchards.com/
(518) 861-6515
Mon-Fri 8a-12:30p, Sat 8a-3p
Bring your own containers!!
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Fulton- Montgomery County
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Adirondack Animal Land
3554 State Highway 30, Gloversville, NY 12078
http://www.adirondackanimalland.com/
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Bellinger's Orchard
685 Argersinger Rd., Fultonville, NY 12072
http://bellingersorchard.com/
(518) 922-8558
Mazes, Tours, Hayride, Pick Your Own…
$$-$$$
Name:
Address:
Website:
Buck Moon Arts Festival
2805 State Hwy 67 Johnstown, New York 12095http://buckmoonartsfestival.com/
Description:
Mid-Summer Creative Celebration
Free
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
High Rollers Skate and Fun Park
4313 NY-30, Amsterdam, NY 12010
http://www.highrollersfun.com/
(518) 843-0783
Roller skating, Batting Cages, Go Karts
$$-$$$$
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Howe Caverns
255 Discovery Drive, Howes Cave, NY 12092
http://howecaverns.com/
518- 296-8900
Tour natural caves, sip lining, rock wall, and more
$$$$
$$$$
Cash Only
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Fulton- Montgomery County
Name:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Maple Open House
http://www.44lakes.com/maple-open-house-weekends-in-fulton-county/
Mary Jeanne Packer: 518-854-7386
Tour of Sugar Houses
Free
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Sands Flat Orchard
371 Martin Road, Fonda, NY 12068
http://sandflatsorchard.com/
(518) 853-4999
Pick your own fruits, tours
$-$$
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Walter Elwood Museum
10 Church St. Amsterdam, NY 12010
http://www.walterelwoodmuseum.org/
(518) 843-5151
$
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Name:
Address:
Website:
Contact:
Description:
Fulton County Sports Hall of Fame
237 Kingsboro Ave., Gloversville NY 12078
http://emerydesigns.net/Hall_of_Fame/index.html
518-725-5565
See website for more information
Wildlife Sports and Educational Museum
3747 Route 30 Amsterdam NY 12010
http://www.wildlifesportsmuseum.com/
518-883-4933
Open daily 10a-5p, check website for pricing and more
information
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Rensselear County
Name:
Brunswick Golf Course
Address:
1004 Brunswick Rd. Troy, NY
Website:
http://www.brunswickgreens.net
Contact:
(518) 279-3848
Name:
4-M's Farm
Address:
2537 Phillips Rd., Castleton NY 12032
Website:
http://www.4msfarm.net/
Contact:
518 477-5470
Description:
Come & learn about horses
Must make an appt.
Name:
Lebanon Valley Speedway
Address:
1746 US Rt. 20, West Lebanon, NY
Website:
http://www.lebanonvalley.com/
Contact:
(518) 794-9606
Description:
Race track and Concession Stand
$$-$$$
Name:
Troy Saving Bank Music Hall
Address:
30 Second St. Troy, NY
Website:
http://www.troymusichall.org/
Contact:
(518) 273-0038
Description:
Music Concerts
$$$-$$$$
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Name:
Capital Roots
Address: 594 River St., Troy Ny 12180
Website: http://www.capitalroots.org
Contact: (518) 274-8685
Community Gardens, check website for more
info
Name:
Engelke Farms
Address: 463 Garfield Rd., Troy Ny 12180
Website: www.engelkefarm.com
Contact: (518) 275-8433
Description:
Many activities & events,
Check website for pricing, hours
Name:
Children's Museum
Address: 250 Jordan Rd., Troy Ny
Website: http://www.cmost.org/
Contact: (518) 235-2120
Description:
Interactive exhibits,
planetarium
$5 per person
Name:
Tri-City Valley Cats
Address: HVCC, 80 Vandenburgh Ave., Troy NY 12180
Website: www.Tcvalleycats.com
Contact: (518) 629-2287
Description:
Baseball games, check website for
special event nights!
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Name:
Uncle Sam's Lanes
Address: 600 Fulton St., Troy Ny 12180
Website: http://www.walshbowlingcenters.com/Uncle_Sam_Lanes.html
Contact: (518) 271-7800
Name:
Liberty Ridge Farms
Address: 29 Bevis Rd, Schaghticoke NY
Website: www.libertyridgefarmny.com
Contact: (518) 664-1515
Description:
Sells fresh fruits, vegetables,
other events activities.
Check website
Name:
Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center
Address:
475 Dyken Pond, Grafton NY 12028
Website:
http://dykenpond.org/
Contact:
518-658-2055
Description:
Activities and workshops dedicated to
environmental education.
Name:
Goold's Orchard
Address: 1297 Brookview Station Rd., Castleton NY 12033
Website: www.goold.com
Contact: 518-732-7317
Description:
Pick your own vegetables/berries in season
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Saratoga County
County Website of Events:
http://www.lakegeorge.com/events
Name:
Eagle Mills Cider Mill & Family Fun
Address:
383 County Rd. 138, Broadalbin NY 12025
Website:
http://www.eaglemillsfun.com
Contact:
(518) 883-8700
Description:
Ice Cream & Activities! See
website for more info
Name:
Ellms Family Farm
Address:
448 Charlton Rd., Ballston Spa NY 12020
Website:
http://www.ellmsfarms.com
Contact:
(518) 884-8168
Description:
See website for events!
Name:
Lakeside Farms
Address:
336 Schauber Rd., Ballston Lake NY 12019
Website:
http://www.lakesidefarmscidermill.com/
Contact:
(518) 899-8359
Description:
Mini fresh market with breakfast or
lunch menus, apple cider donuts
Name:
Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Address:
108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga NY 12866
Website:
http://www.spac.org
Contact:
(518) 584-9330
Description:
Many Events and Concerts,
Check website for details
Name:
Saratoga & North Creek Railway
Address:
26 Station Ln. Saratoga, Née 12866
Website:
http://www.sncrr.com/
Contact:
1-877-726-7245
Description:
Train Ride, Scenic lunch and dinner rides
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Saratoga County
County Website of Events:
http://www.lakegeorge.com/events
Name:
Yaddo Gardens
Address:
312 Union Ave., Saratoga NY 12866
Website:
http://www.yaddo.org/yaddo/Yghome.asp
Contact:
(518) 584-0746
Description:
Tranquil rose gardens
Name:
Malta Drive-Ins
Address:
2785 Route 9 Malta Ny 12020
Website:
http://www.maltadrivein.com/
Contact:
(518) 587-6077
Description:
Drive In movies
12 and over $9, under 12 $5
Name:
Saratoga City Center
Address:
522 Broadway, Saratoga, NY 12866
Website:
http://www.saratogacitycenter.org/
Contact:
(518) 584-0027
Description:
Many events, check website!
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Schenectady County
County Website of Events:
http://www.albany.com/schenectady/
Name:
Animal Protective Foundation, Animal Shelter
Address:
53 Maple Ave., Scotia
Website:
www.animalprotective.org
Contact:
(518) 374-3944
Description:
Visit animals
Free
Name:
Bumpy's Polar Freeze
Address:
2013 State St., Schenectady
Website:
www.bumpyspolarfreeze.com
Contact:
(518) 395-3314
Description:
Ice cream and bumper cars
Open Daily 11a-9p
Name:
Jazz on Jay
Address:
Jay St., Schenectady
Website:
www.albanyjazz.com
Contact:
See website
Description:
$-$$$
Free concert series, every Thursday
12p-1:30p, free
Name:
Proctor's Theater
Address:
432 State St., Schenectady
Website:
www.proctors.org
Contact:
(518) 346-6204
Description:
Many Events…check the website!
Name:
Schenectady Bingo Palace
Address:
1866 State St., Schenectady
Website:
N/A
Contact:
(518) 374-2262
Description:
Call for more information
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Schenectady County
County Website of Events:
http://www.albany.com/schenectady/
Name:
Schenectady Community College
Address:
78 Washington Ave., Schenectady
Website:
http://www.sunysccc.edu/news/calendar.html
Description:
Many events/concerts, check site
Name:
Schenectady Opera Company
Address:
427 Franklin St., Schenectady
Website:
http://www.sloctheater.org/
Contact:
1-877-350-7378
Description:
Plays, shows…check website
Name:
Scotia Cinemas
Address:
117 Mohawk Ave., Scotia
Website:
www.scotiacinema.net
Contact:
(518) 346-5055
Description:
Movies
Name:
Stockade Village Outdoor art Show
Address:
Check website
Website:
www.stockadeartshow.com/
Contact:
(518) 952-0946
Description:
$
Happening in Sept!
Free
Name:
VIA Entertainment
Address:
Rotterdam Mall
Website:
Contact:
http://www.viaportrotterdam.com/viaport-entertaintment-now-open/
(518) 357-3025
Description:
Arcade similar to Dave & Buster's, Restaurant Inside!
Bowling alley & Aquarium to soon come
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Schenectady County
County Website of Events: http://www.albany.com/schenectady/
Name:
Puzzles Café
Address: 515 State St. Schenectady Ny
Website: http://www.puzzlesbakerycafe.com/
(518) 2980-2620
Description:
Check website for
happening events!
Name:
Art In Mind Creative Wellness
Address: 272 Saratoga Rd., Schenectady NY 12302
Website: https://www.artinmindstudio.com/
Contact: (518) 477-3798
Description:
$15 per hours session
Art Classes of all kinds,
Check website for hours
Name:
Canvas, Corks, & Forks (Paint & Sip)
Address: 402 Union St., Schenectady 12302
Website: http://www.canvascorksandforks.com/index.html
Contact: (518) 332-6854
Description:
Name:
7p-10p,
$28-$28 sessions
STEP (Saratoga Therapeutic Equestrian Program)
Address: Glenville, NY
Website: www.stepup-nfec.org
Contact: (518) 374-5116
Description:
Karen Stanley White
Therapeutic riding program for
children and adults with special
needs.
Typically $38/lesson, early Spring-Nov., Tues & Sat
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Warren County
County Website of Events:
http://www.americantowns.com/ny/warren-county/events
Name:
190 Grill and Cinema
Address:
190 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 12801
Website:
http://www.the190grille.com/
Contact:
(518) 743-9622
Description:
Prices vary, check website
Name:
Glens Falls Civic Center
Address:
1 Civic Center Plaza, Glens Falls, NY
Website:
www.glensfallscc.com/
Contact:
518-798-0366
Description:
$10 Yr walking pass. Check out Website
Name:
Glens Falls YMCA
Address:
100 Glens St., Glens Falls NY
Website:
www.glensfallsymca.org
Contact:
518-793-3878
Description:
M-F: 5a-10p, Weekend: 6a-&p
Name:
The Great Escape
Address:
89 Six Flags Dr. Queensbury NY
Website:
www.sixflags.com/greatescape
Contact:
518-824-6000
Description:
Opens in May!
Name:
Lake George
Address:
Various Locations in Lake George
Website:
www.visitlakegeorge.com/things-to-do/nature-parks/parks-trails
Contact:
800-958-4748 x143
Description:
Trails and parks all in one great location.
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Warren County
County Website of Events:
http://www.americantowns.com/ny/warren-county/events
Name:
LARAC Art
Address:
7 Laphem Place, Glens Falls, NY
Website:
www.larac.org/
Contact:
518-798-1144
Description:
Tons of Art events throughout year!
Name:
LG Youth Theater
Address:
10 Windy Hill Rd.Glens Falls NY
Website:
www.lgyoutheatre.com/
Contact:
793-3521
Description:
Different performances throughout year! Check website!
Name:
Lowes and Home Depot
Address:
Different locations
Description:
Contact your local store to see when classes are offered.
Name:
Sip and Canvas
Address:
21 Bay St., Glens Falls, NY
Website:
www.sipandcanvas.com/home/
Contact:
518-791-4888/Email- trevor@sipandcanvas.com
Description:
Paint and sip different paintings. Prices $35
Name:
Taste of North Country
Address:
Glens Falls City Park
Website:
www.lakegeorge.com
Contact:
(518) 744-7470
Description:
Amazing food venues all in once place, pay for what
you eat!
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Warren County
County Website of Events:
http://www.americantowns.com/ny/warren-county/events
Name:
Tubby Tubes
Address:
1289 Lake Ave., Lake Luzerne NY 12846
Website:
www.tubbytubestubing.com/
Contact:
518-696-7222
Description:
Tube on Water or on Land Depending on the weather!
Check website for prices and dates.
Name:
Warren County Fish Hatchery
Address:
145 Echo Lake Rd., Warrensburg NY 12885
Website:
www.visitadirondacks.com/recreation/warren-county-fish-hatchery
Contact:
518-623-2877
Description:
Interpretive film, visitor center. Staff guided and
self guided tours, birding canoe access, fishing,
picnic; pavilion rental available.
Name:
The Wood Theatre
Address:
207 Glen St. Glans Falls, NY
Website:
www.woodtheater.org
Contact:
518-798-9633
Description:
Theater events $
Name:
Up Yonda Farm
Address:
5239 Lake Shore Dr., Bolton Landing, NY
Website:
www.upyondafarm.com/
Contact:
518-644-9767
Description:
Experience Nature and Fun activities in nature.
Name:
Lake GEORGE Steamboat Company
Address:
57 Beach Road, Lake George
Website:
http://lakegeorgesteamboat.com/
Contact:
(518) 668-5777
Description:
See website for hours and admission prices., have
many different options!
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Warren County
County Website of Events:
http://www.americantowns.com/ny/warren-county/events
Name:
Bon’s Ice Cream and Mini Golf
Address:
#530 Lake Ave (9N), Lake Luzurne NY 12846
Website:
http://bonsicecream.com/
Contact:
(518) 696-2436
Description:
Open 11a-10p 7 days a week!
Wheelchair accessible!
Name:
Chapman Historical Museum
Address:
384 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 12801
Website:
http://chapmanmuseum.org/
Contact:
(518) 793-2826
Description:
Admission $5
Hours: Tues-Sat 10a-4p, Sundays 12p-4p
Open Year Round
Name:
Glens Falls Co-Op
Address:
11 South St. Glens Falls NY 12801
Website:
http://glensfallscoop.com/shop/
Contact:
(518) 683-2769
Description:
Open Tuesday to Saturday-9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Shop local products and organic, check
website for more information
Name:
The Fun Spot
Address:
1035 US Route 9, Queensbury NY 12804
Website:
http://thefunspot.net/
Contact:
518-792-8989
Description:
Roller Skating, Laser Tag, Go-Carts,
Indoor Playground! Check website for pricing
Open daily 11a-10p
******* Websites for more information on Warren County Events
*******
http://cityofglensfalls.com/
http://www.lakegeorge.com/
http://townofwarrensburg.org/
http://www.washingtoncounty.org/
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Out of Town
County Website of Events:
www.washingtoncounty.com/calender
Name:
ANIMAGIC MUSEUM OF ANIMATION (Distance)
Dates:
Call, Open all year
Address:
77 Main St., Lee MA 01238
Website:
http://www.mambor.com/animagic/
Contact
413-841-6679
Admission:
Free-20 min tour!, Animated movie-2hr $$$$
Name:
The Wild Center
Address:
45 Museum Dr, Tupper Lake, NY 12986
Website:
http://www.wildcenter.org/
Contact:
Description:
(518) 359-7800
Opens May 6th, hours vary check website
Natural History Center with many fun activities and displays!
Name:
Bronx Zoo
Address:
Website:
2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx NY 10460
www.bronxzoo.com
Contact:
718-367-1010
Description:
Wed. is free all day. Call for Summer hours.
Name:
Utica Zoo
Dates:
Address:
Year Round-10a-4:45pm
1 Utica Zoo Way, Utica NY 13501
Website:
http://uticazoo.org/
Contact
Admission:
(315) 738-0472
Check website-pricing is different during Summer hours. Concession stand only accepts Cash
Are able to bring in outside coolers, food, drink
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Out of Town
County Website of Events:
www.washingtoncounty.com/calender
Name:
Faneuil Hall Market Place
Address:
1 Faneuil Hall Sq., Boston, MA 02109
Website:
www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/
Contact:
617-635-4500
Description:
Market place and entertainment free.
Go to website to look at hours.
Name:
Medieval Times
Address:
149 Polito Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Website:
http://www.medievaltimes.com/
Contact:
(888) 935-6878
Description:
Jousting, horsemanship & falconry plus a 4-course, utensil-free meal served
in a castle-like place.
Pricing depends, check the website for specials
Name:
Muscoot Farm
Address:
51 Rt. 100, Katonah NY 10536
Website:
www.muscootfarm.org/
Contact:
914-864-7282
Description:
Free, 10a-4p Closed Major Holidays
Name:
Natural Bridge State Park
Address:
Website:
1 McCauley Road, North Adams, MA 01247
Contact:
413-663-6392
Description:
Free, Parking $2. Get in touch with nature.
Name:
New England Aquarium
Dates:
Address:
Open every day year round-Mon-Fri 9a-5p, Sat & Sun 9a-6p
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
Website:
Contact
Admission:
http://www.neaq.org/index.php
(617) 973-5200
Adults 26.95, Kids 3-11 17.95
Combo tickets also available, check website
www.berkshireweb.com/mohawktrail/natbridge.html
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Out of Town
County Website of Events:
www.washingtoncounty.com/calender
Name:
STERLING HILL MINING MUSEUM (Distance)
Dates:
Store open Daily, Tours 10am-1pm (Monthly)
Address:
30 Plant Street, Ogdensburg, NJ 07439
Website:
http://sterlinghillminingmuseum.org/
Contact
973-209-7212 info@sterlinghillminingmuseum.org
Admission:
$5 admission plus $1.50/lb all material taken
Name:
Vanderbilt Mansion and Historic Site
Address:
4097 Albany Post Rd.Hyde Park, NY
Website:
www.nps.gov/vama/index.htm
Contact:
Description:
845-229-9115
Name:
Walkway over Hudson
Address:
Website:
61 Parker Ave. Poughkeepsie, NY
www.walkway.org
Contact:
845-454-9649
Description:
Walkway spanning the Hudson River.
Name:
Yankee Candle Village
Address:
Website:
25 Greenfield Rd. South, Deerfield MA 01373
www.yankeecandle.com/
Contact:
877-636-7707
Description:
Free but some activities cost $. Open 10a-6pm
Late 19th century mansion on expansive grounds and
beautiful views.
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Out of Town
County Website of Events: www.washingtoncounty.com/calender
Name:
Turning Stone Resort & Casino
Address: 5218 Patrick Rd, Verona, NY 13478
Website:
https://www.turningstone.com/
Contact: (800) 771-7711
Description:
Casino, many games including Bingo
Check website for details
Name:
People and Places
Address:
76 Riley St., East Aurora NY
Website:
http://www.people-and-places.org/
Contact:
(716) 937-1813
Description:
Sets up vacations for people
with disabilities.
See website for trips
Name:
Erie Canal Cruise
Address:
800 Mohawk St. Herkimer, NY
Website:
http://www.eriecanalcruises.com/
Contact:
(315) 866-5989
Description:
Cruises of all kinds!
Check website for details
and pricing
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