HAVE A SEAT IN GLENS FALLS
Throughout Downtown Glens Falls
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-761-3864
www.haveaseatglensfalls.com
From May 31 - September 6, 2010
Stroll through our historic and charming downtown and enjoy 38 whimsical, wacky, beautiful and fun Adirondack chairs made by local & regional fine artists. On Sept. 15 you can bid for the chair of your choice at our "Chair-itable Event".
The Queensbury Hotel is offering 10% off your overnight stay any day of the week, based on availability. Just mention "Have a Seat in Glens Falls".
www.queensburyhotel.com
Presenting sponsor: Glens Falls National Bank. "Have a Seat in Glens Falls is organized by The City of Glens Falls, Crandall Public Library, The Glens Falls Business Improvement District, and The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC).
Adirondack Theatre Festival
Performances at The Wood Theater
207 Glen St.
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-798-7479
www.ATFestival.org
“Audiences delight in this company’s work on an old-fashioned main street in Glens Falls” –
The New York Times
The region’s professional summer theater festival featuring six weeks of new and contemporary plays and musicals. Top notch talent from Broadway, off-Broadway, and around the country.
Enjoy a meal while watching newly released movies a comfortable setting.
Discover the fascinating history of Glens Falls and its connection to The Adirondacks. Visit the DeLong House where you will glimpse into the daily lives of the DeLong family and experience life at the dawn of the 20th Century. Permanent collection offers images of Lake George and the Adirondacks made famous by the 19th century photographer Seneca Ray Stoddard.
Cooper’s Cave Overlook
Glens Falls/South Glens Falls, NY
518-761-3864 or 518-793-1455
Located just off Route 9 under Cooper’s Cave Bridge between Glens Falls & South Glens Falls. Made famous by James Fenimore Cooper’s novel The Last of the Mohicans. Visit the hiding site of Hawkeye and his companions where they attempted their escape.
Viewing platform with interpretive signage. Part of New York State’s historic Independent Trail.
Hours:
8am-8pm, May 1 through October 31. Free admission.
Handicap accessible.
Crandall Public Library & Folklife Center
251 Glen St., City Park
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-792-6508
www.crandalllibrary.org
The Folklife Center preserves and presents the living and historical cultural heritage of our area offering special programs for adults and children. Film and video festival, art exhibitions and much more.
Feeder Canal Alliance
21 Thomson Ave, Suite 5
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-792-5363
www.feedercanal.com
As part of the old Champlain Canal system built in 1817, and now part of New York State’s 524 miles of canals, the Feeder Canal is an historic link to the vital waterways of the past. Learn how the canal served in contributing to the bounty of the North Country In 1985 it was placed on the State and National Historic Registers. No charge. Open Memorial Day through Columbus Day.
Glens Falls Civic Center
One Civic Center Plaza
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-798-0366
www.glensfallscc.com
Home to major entertainment and major sports events including PHANTOMS HOCKEY. This year-round, highly versatile, multi-purpose complex offers a wide variety of shows and events including theater, dance, musicals, rodeo, circus, family shows, ice hockey, basketball and more. Every seat is the best seat in the house!
Food can't get taste any better than buying it fresh from area farms. We encourage everyone to shop locally!
Hours: 8am-12noon
Glens Falls Guided Walking Tour
Glens Falls, NY 12801
386-956-6089
For more information on
Roger Fulton go to
www.rogerfulton.com
An experienced tour guide will lead the trip and cover the history and heritage of the downtown area of the city, as well as the modern updates, including Barton Mine’s “green” building. We’ll cover famous folks from Glens Falls, as well as interesting stories about the people and places you will visit. The tour is available for ages 12 and older. After dinner tours are our specialty so you can walk off those extra calories after eating a great meal in one of our many restaurants. The tours cover about 1 mile over 90 minutes. Shorter options are available.
Performances in various locations throughout the City. Thrill to the sounds of a 54 piece orchestra led my music director Maestro Charles Peltz. Four concerts performed per year with an additional Holiday Pops concert in early December. Discount for groups of 8 or more.
The Hyde Collection Art Museum
161 Warren Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-792-1761
www.hydecollection.org
The Hyde Collection will close the Hyde House portion of its museum from March 1 through May 23, 2010 for roof replacement and balustrade repair on the historic structure.
“A gem of a museum...does most definitely merit a detour”
– The New York Times
An historic house that combines the heritage of the Adirondack Region with a distinguished permanent collection of important decorative arts, antique furnishings, and works by Masters such as da Vinci, Rubens, Rembrandt, Picasso, Whistler, and Homer. A modern art museum complex provides additional gallery spaces for changing world-class exhibitions throughout the year.
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"Built by Gamers ... for Gamers". Rent time at dozens of flat-screens, high def tv's with plush leather recliners. "It's a gamer's Shang Ri-La".
The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC)
7 Lapham Place
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-798-1144
www.LARAC.org
Located on scenic City Park, the Arts Council is home to one of New York State’s first and finest arts centers. As part of this complex, the Lapham Gallery displays fine art and craft created by regional artists and becomes a unique holiday shop & gift boutique from mid-November through the Christmas holidays. It also houses an ongoing gift shop featuring works of over 35 LARAC member artists. Of special note is their 165-booth juried June Fine Arts and Crafts Festival held annually the second full weekend of June.
North Country Arts Center
6 Pine Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
email: northcountryartscenter@gmail.com
The NCAC is a not-for-profit cultural organization established in 1971 for artists, artisans and people interested in art. they show their works in various locations throughout Glens Falls with their main gallery space at City Hall, 2nd floor, 42 Ridge Street.
Park Street Movie Theater
14 Park St.
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-793-2600
Opened in December 1911 for silent movies and vaudeville, The Park Theater is again open for movies - both mainstream and independent films. Comfy seating with lots of leg room.
Call for shows & show times. Tuesday matinees at 2pm.
"...is an awesome place to spend another perfect night out in Glens Falls"
Jacqueline S. from Queensbury, NY
Converted shirt factory is now a thriving location for art galleries and studios and other small businesses.
Art openings, receptions and events are always taking place so go to their web site for more information.
Built in 1902, it was once home to the McMullen-Leavens Company with the label name of Troy Shirt Makers. In its heyday, these shirts accounted for almost 70% of domestic shirt sales in the US.
Pilot Todd Monahan takes you up, up and away over the beautiful Adirondacks. Have an unforgettable experience celebrating a birthday, wedding or any other special occasion in a unique way - champagne included!
Third Thursday Art Walk
Downtown Glens Falls, NY 12801
email: glensfallsartwalk@yahoo.com
web: www.third-thursday.org
Dates: May 21, June 8, July, 16, Aug. 20,
Sept. 17 & Oct. 15
Hours: 5:00am - 8:00pm
Every great city has great art and Glens Falls is no exception. Take a stroll downtown and experience the wealth of talent our area offers. Enjoy lectures, artist receptions, music, demonstrations and more and it's all FREE!
Maps of exhibiting venues are available at Ridge St. Coffee Co., Lapham Gallery
at LARAC, Red Fox Books and Uncorked.
Beat the traffic with no parking problems! From June 27 through Labor Day, our trolley service is offered to and from Glens Falls to Lake George and all points between including The Great Escape and the Shopping Outlets.
Only $1.00; 50 cents for seniors; children under 5 are free. Stops scheduled throughout Glens Falls. Contact Greater Glens Falls Transit for more information at 518-792-1085.
Who doesn't love a bargain? At Tyrer Galleries you'll find a variety of art, antiques and collectables to bid on at live auctions; scheduled throughout the year. Go to their web site for exact dates and times.
Railroad club providing information and instruction in various modeling techniques for N, HO, O & C scale layouts. Weekly operating sessions every Wednesday evening from 7pm-10pm. Go to web site for more information.
A 300 seat theater with 30,000 square feet of contemporary space rehearsal, reception, and meeting space. A great venue for the traditional to the cutting edge featuring music, theater, dance, comedy, lectures, meetings, and seminars.
World Awareness Children’s Museum
89 Warren Street (opening in 2010 at this new address)
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-793-2773
www.worldchildrensmuseum.org
The World Awareness Children's Museum offers families and children the opportunity to experience cultures from all over the world by trying on costumes, playing musical instruments and engaging in pretend play with authentic artifacts. The Museum's collection includes over 3,000 international artifacts and 6,000 pieces of international children's art from over 65 countries. The Museum's new building at 89 Warren Street is currently under renovation; however interactive exhibits and free family fun days are offered at venues through Glens Falls and outreach exchange programs.
Acupuncture and Healing Arts
206 Glen St., The Colvin Bldg., Suite 21
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-792-9288
Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified Herbalist & Classical Feng Shui Consultant.
Call for appointment.
The Acupuncture Studio
71 Lawrence St., Suite 102
The Shirt Factory Building
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-615-0505
www.theacupuncturestudio.com
Acupuncture, massage and herbal therapies offered.
Call for appointment.
Best Nails
173 Glen St.
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-761-0345
Full range of manicures and pedicures.
Hours:
Mon-Sat: 9:30am-7pm
Sun: 11am-5pm
Walk-ins welcome
Bliss Yoga & Massage Studio
206 Glen St., The Colvin Bldg., Suites 20 & 21
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-321-8359
www.seekblissdaily.com
Yoga instruction for all levels and massage studio.
Call for hours.
Dever Wellness Spa
101 Ridge St.
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-792-2277
Day spa offering full line of treatments and services.
Call for appointment.
The Healing Arts Community at The Acupuncture Studio
21 Cooper St., Suite 123,
The Shirt Factory Building
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-615-0505
www.theacupuncturestudio.com
Experienced providers offering gentle effective approach to better health and healing.
Call for appointment.
Lemon Tree Yoga & Healing
Arts Studio
21 Cooper St., Suite #109 at
The Shirt Factory Building
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518.301.3291 or 518.301.3293 lemontreeyoga@yahoo.com
Yoga classes & private lessons, Reiki, Phoenix rising yoga therapy, trauma sensitive yoga, Thai massage, Swedish massage, herbal consultations.
Call for appointment.
Lisa Fuller, Herbalist
71 Lawrence at The Shirt Factory Building
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-798-6591
www.adirondackherbals.com
Herbal consultations, reflexology, healing and energy medicine.
Call for appointment.
On the Right Path
90 South St., Suite K
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-798-2343
Reiki, massage therapy, doula service & childbirth education.
Call for appointment.
Roots Health & Fitness at The Lemon Tree
21 Cooper St., Suite #G02 at The Shirt Factory Building,
Glens Falls, NY 12802
518-301-3291 or 3293
lemontreeyoga@yahoo.com
Specializing in zumba and fitness classes.
A full service day spa.
Call for appointment
Day spa offering full line of treatments and services.
Hours:
Mon: 3pm-9pm
Tues–Thurs: 9am-9pm
Fri: 9am-6pm
Sat: 9am-4pm
Call for appointment
Women's and men's hair salon services in a chic atmosphere.
Hours: Call for hours & appointment.
Wedgeway Barber Shop
131 Bay Glen Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-792-1535
Get a shave and a hair-cut in this institution. Walk-ins welcome.
Off-Track Betting
51 South Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-798-1855
www.capitalotb.com
Hours: Mon & Tues: 11:30am-11pm
Wed- Sat.: 11am-11pm
Sunday: 11:30am-6pm
