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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
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OpSong's return to Clayton to partner with North Country Troopers Assisting Troops
CLAYTON, N.Y. (WWTI) – Operation Song's annual visit to the Clayton area has seen tremendous growth over the last four years and the organization is only planning for bigger and better things. Operation Song will make its fourth trip to the north country for Nashville's Salute to the Trooper concert on Friday May 23 for a 7 p.m. concert. May 23: Operation Song -Salute to the Troops The event has local veterans collaborate with country music songwriters to tell stories about their lives. Some of the songs are about life in the military while others are about everyday life and experiences. This year's event will be at the bigger Clayton Opera House after having the first three shows at the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel. Moving to the bigger venue is something that makes Operation Song's Executive Director Mike Beyer happy. 'Clayton is just one of those picturesque towns and it's so exciting to see this event grow,' Beyer said.' Beyer did add that the hotel will still be plenty involved with the events this weekend. The new venue is also intriguing to songwriter Baker Grissom, who is from Little Rock, Ark. Grissom likes the Clayton Opera House to a classic country music venue. 'This place (the opera house) is kind of like Grand Ole Opry,' Grissom said. 'They have those overtones like a church.' Beyer has been with the organization for a number of years. He is a retired Army First Sergeant, OIF/OEF Veteran, musician, and songwriter. Beyer is also an alumni of Operation Song and knows the collaboration process between the songwriters and veterans. 'Our songwriters connect with the veterans,' Beyer said. 'It gets their mind going and they get excited. After talking about an hour, they loosen up.' Fort Drum BOSS volunteers make community impact Beyer added the songs range from emotional to lighthearted. He added there's a massive a catalog of songs from different perspectives of military members. Grissom said he loves having songwriting sessions with the veterans and telling their stories. 'Songwriting is the biggest therapy session in the world,' Grissom said. 'Songs are kind of a way that you can say something that you didn't know would come to you.' Next year marks the a milestone fifth trip to Northern New York for the event. Beyer said the organization already has big plans for the 2026 show. 'Year five is coming up soon and we have to up our game,' Beyer said. Performances are informal and are reminiscent of a 'songwriters round,' which is a type of live music event where several songwriters gather to perform their original songs, often in a circle with the audience surrounding them. It's like shows like VH1's 'Storytellers' and live venues like the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville. Grissom will be joined by other songwriters AJ Kross, Kelli Johnson. He said he can't wait to perform with them on Friday night. 'I know AJ and Kelli and we'll tell stories,' Grissom said. 'Talk about the song and go back and forth… we just go on down the line. You can't get anywhere else.' Tickets are available at the Clayton Opera House website or by calling 315-686-2200. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
World Atlas names 11 serene weekend getaway spots in NY. See the list
While Manhattan is a dynamic, busy metropolis of massive skyscrapers, the Empire state extends far beyond New York City, with many quaint and serene towns. Those looking to spend some time outside the hustle and bustle of America's most populated city, which according to the latest U.S. Census is home to more than 8.3 million people, look no further than these 11 towns in New York, as determined by the World Atlas, a website that publishes content about resources surrounding travel and other topics. Here's more about what World Atlas described as 11 serene New York towns for a weekend retreat: Lake Placid NY This village in the Adirondacks twice hosted the winter Olympics and serves as an all-around sports mecca from skiing to triathlons, and from skating to hiking. Fall colors in Lake Placid, NY. Lake Placid sits on the southern shores of a lake by the same name and surrounds the much smaller Mirror Lake. Numerous wooded hikes start from trails in the village, which is also known for a wide array of quaint shops and restaurants. Fall foliage is simply spectacular here. Crown Point NY Located in Essex County, Crown Point is located on the western shore of Lake Champlain. Crown Point also occupies a critical point in American history - as the French build Fort St. Frederic here in 1737 and British troops took the fort in 1759, then built a new fort (Crown Point) on the site. Today what's left of both forts are part of New York's Crown Point State Historic Site. The Champlain Memorial and Lighthouse is across the road. The town is located a few miles south of the fort. Clayton NY People enjoy the sandy swimming beach at Wellesley Island State Park in July 2021. Situated in the Thousand Island region in Jefferson County, the town of Clayton is a rather large and serene stretch of waterfront. A short drive north of town, Wellesley Island State Park has a variety of recreational options, from camping to a sandy swimming beach and miles of hiking trails. Clayton's harbor and town marina is right by the St. Lawrence River, where the elegant 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel is located. Nearby is also Zenda Farms Preserve, a historic farm that's now a protected bird habitat with open trails. Ithaca NY Campus of Cornell University at dawn. Ithaca is located at the southern end of Cayuga Lake. This unique spot, a progressive city with a small-town feel, is home to two top-level colleges - Cornell University and Ithaca College. Cornell - with its sprawling and hilly campus - houses landmarks such as the 1875 Sage Hall and 1887 Barnes Hall. Central within the city is the Ithaca Commons, a pedestrian mall that spans several blocks in Tompkins County's county seat. The area features many shops and eateries and is also a gathering spot for many, as well as an location where activists gather. The weekly farmer's market - on the waterfront - is also a must-see. There are also several spectacular state parks nearby - Buttermilk Falls, Robert H. Treman and Taughannock Falls. Gorgeous gorges and waterfalls also cut through parts of the city - including the famed Ithaca Falls and the multiple cascades known as Cascadilla Falls along the Cascadilla Gorge Trail. Nearby are many wineries in New York's Finger Lakes. Skaneateles NY Several people stroll along the pier that juts out Skaneateles Lake in June 2020. Skaneateles, with its unique shops and restaurants, sits astride the northern tip of Skaneateles Lake in Onondaga County. Home to Carpenter Falls and Bahar Nature Preserve and of course Skaneateles Lake, the town is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Skaneateles Lake is considered to be one of the highest Finger Lakes, at almost nine hundred feet above sea level, and there are also several parks in Skaneateles, including Clift Park, Thayer Park and Shotwell Memorial Park. The town also boasts a quaint historic district, which hosts a Charles Dickens-themed festival each December. The historic district boasts a wealth of well-preserved 19th century buildings and has been a part of the National Register of Historic Places since 1984. Niagara Falls NY The American Falls with Luna Island on the other side at Niagara Falls State Park. Sure - you think of Niagara Falls and instantly think of Canada's famous horseshoe falls, but that's only half the picture. On the American side of the international border, Niagara Falls State Park is a must-see. The falls are about 1,000 feet wide and up to 100 feet tall, depending on the location where the water is measured and the giant boulders at its base. You can explore the falls throughout the park, view the falls from an observation tower, on the Maid of the Mist boat tour or take an even closer look from the Cave of the Winds. Nearby Whirlpool State Park also offers spectacular views of the Whirlpool and rapids from the east side of the Niagara River and Devil's Hole State Park also overlooks the rapids and showcases gorge rock layers Corning NY Visitors walk past the Baron Steuben Place in downtown Corning in 2014. Established in 1852, Corning is located in southeastern Steuben County. Corning is home of the well-known Corning Museum of Glass and also The Rockwell Museum . The downtown district, or Gaffer District, is vibrant - with museums, galleries, historic buildings, eateries and shops. It's picturesque streetscapes are a draw for many - including the nearby Centerway Bridge, Corning's historic walking bridge that spans the Chemung River. Lake George NY Boaters enjoy clear skies on Thursday, May 14, 2020, on Lake George. Normally, sources said, Lake George would be much busier already at this time of year, and now hotels, businesses and year-round residents in summer destinations like Lake George are preparing to safely and slowly reopen as the summer season approaches. This charming town is home to a variety of attractions, including Prospect Mountain and Lake George, a 32-mile long, spring-fed lake in the Adirondacks. The Fort William Henry Museum is also in the area and hiking 1.7 miles up to Shelving Rock Falls. Woodstock NY A hiker explores hotel ruins on Overlook Mountain near Woodstock, NY, on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021. Located in Ulster County in the Catskill Mountains, Woodstock is best known for lending its name to a particularly famous music festival in 1969, even though the festival actually took place 40 miles away in Bethel, Sullivan County. Woodstock has several open-air and indoor performing arts centers, galleries and museums, but its also got a network of hiking trails. Slide Mountain Wilderness, Overlook Mountain and Catskill Center Thorn Preserve are both nearby. Mower's Flea Market, which is open every weekend, is also wildly popular. Saugerties NY Situated between the Hudson River and Catskill Park, in Ulster County, Saugerties is a haven for adventure while not being overly inundated with droves of tourists. The Catskill Animal Sanctuary, Falling Waters Preserve and Esopus Creek Conservatory, are all located here. The Saugerties Lighthouse, which still operates, also now doubles as a bed and breakfast. Saugerties is also home to a quintessential small-town commercial district, which sprawls across the highly walkable Main and Partition Streets. Montauk NY Montauk, the easternmost community on Long Island, is known for its many beaches and pristine coastal parks, boating, paddling, fishing, as well as its luxury accommodations and fine dining, according to the World Atlas. Montauk is also home to the Montauk Point Lighthouse, built in 1796 and the oldest such beacon in New York and the fourth-oldest in the nation. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: World Atlas names serene weekend getaway spots in NY. See the list
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
March 21-22: 'Howl at the Moon' Dueling Piano Event
The Phinney Charitable Foundation presents the 'Howl at the Moon' Dueling Piano Event on Friday and Saturday, March 21 and 22 at the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel at 200 Riverside Drive in Clayton. Proceeds to Benefit the Clayton, NY Fireworks Fund and will have hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. The event will begin at 6 p.m. with cocktails with the piano show running from 7 to 9 p.m. on both days. You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
