Step back in time for a totally rad night at The Tavern at The Brown Swan.

On Friday, March 27 from 5–9 PM, we’re turning back the clock with an 80s & 90s Throwback Party packed with karaoke, retro vibes, and all the nostalgic energy of your favorite decades. From power ballads and pop hits to grunge classics and dance-floor anthems, the karaoke stage will be open for anyone ready to belt out their favorite throwback songs.

The bar will be mixing up tubular throwback cocktails, and guests are encouraged to go all out for the Best Dressed Contest, where the most iconic retro looks will take home prizes. Think neon windbreakers, flannel, scrunchies, band tees, and anything that screams 80s or 90s.

Whether you come to sing, dance, or just soak in the retro atmosphere, it’s a fun, family-friendly night for locals and guests alike.

80s & 90s Throwback Karaoke Party
The Tavern at The Brown Swan
Friday, March 27
5-9 PM

Dust off your favorite throwback outfit, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready for a night that’s all about the music, the memories, and the fun.

NASA Earth to Sky: Sharing Our Adirondack Climate Story

March 5–6, 2026
Thursday, 8:30 AM – Friday, 5:30 PM (ET)

Hosted by: The Wild Center’s Climate Program

NASA’s Earth to Sky program is coming to the Adirondacks for a free, in-person, workshop-style course focused on understanding climate change in our region and learning how to communicate those impacts effectively to the public.

This two-day course will take place on March 5 at The Wild Center and Adirondack Sky Center in Tupper Lake, and on March 6 at the Paul Smith’s College VIC. Participants will also attend a required virtual webinar on February 25 from 3:00–5:30 PM.

The program provides a foundation in Adirondack climate science, connecting global climate trends to local impacts. Participants will work directly with scientists and expert communicators, learn best practices for climate communication, and join interactive sessions on topics such as disappearing winters, boreal habitats, and community-based climate engagement.

Highlights include:

• Presentations from leading global and Adirondack climate scientists

• Training in effective climate communication strategies

• Field experiences and interactive learning sessions

• Networking with regional educators, interpreters, and communicators

• “Science on Tap” at Raquette River Brewing and a telescope after-party at the Adirondack Sky Center and Observatory

The course is hosted through a regional collaboration including The Wild Center, Paul Smith’s College, Adirondack Explorer, Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory, Adirondack Council, Adirondack Research Consortium, and Adirondack Climate Outreach and Resilience Network.

Who Should Apply:
This course is designed for Adirondack-based organizations, agencies, educators, interpreters, and businesses interested in strengthening climate communication skills. Individuals or teams (up to three per organization) are welcome. Space is limited, and participation is by application.

Cost: Free to attend. Light breakfast, coffee, and lunch are provided. Participants are responsible for dinner, travel, and lodging.

How to Apply:
Applicants must be available for both in-person days (March 5–6) and the virtual webinar on February 25. Applications must be submitted by February 6, 2026.

Inspire & Ignite: A Conference for growth and inspiration for women in business

Join us for a day of networking, learning, and empowerment with interactive workshops and panel discussions led by successful women in business.

Date: March 6th, 2026

Location:  Paul Smith's College

About the Event: Inspire & Ignite: A Conference for growth and inspiration for women in business. Join us for a day of networking, learning and empowerment with interactive workshops and panel discussions led by successful women in business. 

Inspire & Ignite is an opportunity to build your professional skills, connect with women throughout the Adirondacks, and build bridges over the challenges we face in business. Oh, and have a little fun too!

Community Information Session

Interested in the upcoming TROLLS: Save the Humans exhibit at The Wild Center and its potential impact on our region? Join us for a community info session to discover how this experience can support local businesses and strengthen the North Country community.

Free refreshments and a cash bar are available at all sessions.

INFO SESSIONS:

• March 3: 5:30–6:30 PM at Raquette River Brewing, Tupper Lake
• March 10: 5:30–6:30 PM at Cambria Hotel, Lake Placid
• March 12: 5:30–6:30 PM at RiverTrail Beerworks, Saranac Lake
• March 13: 5:30–6:30 PM at The Long View Lodge, Long Lake

Poker Paddle

Get your boat out and come support the Indian Lake Chamber at this fun, paddling event!

No, you don't have to know how to play poker to Poker Paddle. Join us for this exciting event!

• Players paddle around Adirondack Lake, stopping at themed docks and building a five-card hand.
• The top three hands win prizes! 

This unique experience combines the thrill of paddling with the fun of poker!

Adirondack Remote Worker Monthly Meetup

A2i is partnering with several towns across the greater ADK Park to celebrate our community of telecommuters, freelancers, and location-neutral professionals to coincide with National Telecommuters Appreciation Week from March 1–7, 2026. Whether you are a tech-enabled professional, a creative freelancer, or a hybrid employee, this month is designed for you.

You can expect a mix of the following at the meetups:

• Welcome & Gather: Arrival and casual conversation with your neighbor telecommuters.
• Community Greeting: A brief introduction from a local representative regarding town engagement opportunities and resources for residents.
• Remote Worker Spotlight: 1–2 snapshots from local professionals sharing their experience living and working in the region.
• Open Socializing: Casual networking to keep the conversation and connections going.

Who: Open to all location-flexible workers, freelancers, consultants and anyone interested in the future of work in the North Country.

Hope to see you at one of the meetups!

• Lake Placid — March 3 | 5:00–6:30 pm
  LP Beach House (31 Parkside Dr, Lake Placid, NY)

• Indian Lake — March 10 | 5:00–6:00 pm
  Town Welcome Center (6132 NY-28, Indian Lake, NY)

• Jay & Keene — March 11 | 5:00–6:30 pm
  Recovery Lounge (12198 Old Rte 9N, Jay, NY)

• Chestertown — March 12 | 6:00–7:00 pm
  Town of Chester Public Library (6307 Rt. 9, Chestertown, NY)

• Saranac Lake — March 13 | 4:30–6:30 pm
  Hotel Saranac (100 Main St, Saranac Lake, NY)

• Wilmington — March 14 | 5:00–7:00 pm
  A2i Residence (108 Indian Rock Rd, Wilmington, NY)

• Tupper Lake — March 18 | 4:30–6:00 pm
  Raquette River Brewing (11 Balasm Street, Wilmington, NY)

The annual Vintage Snowmobile Races on Lake Harris in Newcomb are back!

Join us for a thrilling winter spectacle at the annual Vintage Snowmobile Races on Lake Harris in Newcomb! This event promises a day of high-speed excitement on the glistening ice of Lake Harris.

The action unfolds at the picturesque Lake Harris Boat Launch, where vintage snowmobile enthusiasts from far and wide will gather to witness these classic machines in action. The event is not only a celebration of speed but also a nostalgic trip down memory lane, showcasing the timeless beauty of vintage snowmobiles.

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 AND February 28, 2026

Time: Races start at 10 a.m.

Don't miss out on the fun! Mark your calendars, bundle up, and join us for a day of vintage snowmobile excitement on Lake Harris. Let's create memories, celebrate the winter season, and make this event a roaring success! We can't wait to see everyone there!

A lively St. Patrick's celebration with Celtic music, themed decor, and festive energy downtown.

Downtown Ticonderoga Saturday, March 14 | 4–8 pm

Blossom Reverie Fair

Celebrate the beauty of spring at the Blossom Reverie Fair, a vibrant afternoon of art, community, and seasonal joy in the heart of downtown.

Bring your family and friends and enjoy an exciting lineup of springtime fun, including local food trucks serving delicious bites, creative art vendors and interactive art installations, special guests from Hop On Home Bunny Rescue, a hands-on Bloom Bar where you can craft your own floral creation, and engaging kids’ activities for all ages. Cincinnati Circus will also be performing with jugglers, a whimsical parade, stilt walkers, and three aerial acrobatic shows. 

Stroll Montcalm Street, support local artists and makers, enjoy great food, and welcome the season with your community.

Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable spring celebration at the Blossom Reverie Fair.

• Large-scale floral art installations
• Permanent public floral sculpture unveiling
• Giant puppet parade
• Art & flower fair with vendors
• Food truck corral
• Kids activities and imaginative play
• Music, color, and spring energy throughout downtown
• FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC