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Schroon’s famous Monday night band jam at the BoatHouse is back. This acoustic only event starts tonight (June 14) and runs through the late summer from 7 pm – 9 pm. Everyone is welcome at this free event. Never been to the Boathouse acoustic jam? The talent is amazing -- and there's always an eclectic range of musicians (and instruments) onstage. Sponsored by the Schroon Lake Arts Council.
After months of careful planning and multiple meetings with various stakeholders, the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of the July 4th Celebration for 2021.
The 66th festivities will look a lot different this year. The Chamber has opted to “deconstruct” the celebration. Rather than folks lining the streets, various crowd favorites will be available to visit at locations around town, said Chamber Director Sue Palisano.
The idea is for folks to be able to visit different brands bands and musicians at different times so some folks will be in one place and others elsewhere, thus spreading out crowds.
Sue said when organizers began planning the event months ago, the Chamber, Town officials -- with guidance from the County and the Department of Health -- believed this was the best plan. One big difference this year – Main Street will not be closed.
More from Sue:
“Once again, please see current information regarding THIS YEAR'S Fourth of July below. More details will be coming over the next several weeks, but here is the explanation for why the decision was made not to close Main Street and hold a traditional parade.
The Fourth of July Celebration in Schroon Lake takes months of planning that begins in March. At that time, there were still questions about crowd size restrictions (and we are still operating for the foreseeable future under some limits for outdoor gatherings). Working together and in consultation with both Essex County Board of Supervisors and Essex County Health, given the anticipated attendance both the Chamber and Town Boards agreed that holding a traditional parade - with crowds gathering on sidewalks along our fairly short parade route - was ill-advised, and a decision was made not to submit the required Rt. 9 road closure permits to the State DOT.
Instead, we chose to move forward with an alternative plan we were confident we'd be able to execute without the risk of having to cancel and that we expect will draw far fewer people to town than come for our regular parade. Multiple bands/performers will be playing at different times in different places over a two hour period, so some folks will be at one location while others are somewhere else, with people walking around instead of gathering in tight groups for several hours.
This is NOT a permanent situation, nor should the decision made be politicized. The Chamber and Town Board made a decision we felt was in the best interests of our community. Given what goes into making the entire day of activities on the Fourth happen, instead of making this negative we would hope folks would appreciate we're doing our best to hold a celebration”.
What are you most looking forward to this year? Let us know in comments.
Trail Break at Schroon Lake’s new patio dining. Designed by Eric Welch.
It’s been a tough for many on Main Street, but the town’s brave entrepreneurs did a fab job opening their doors, practicing social distancing and welcoming back their customers. It was great to see downtown Schroon buzzing this year: From folks often lined up for a seat at Pitkin’s new outdoor dining area, community gardeners tending to their plots, and the crowds at Stewart’s for ice-cream.
And outdoor dining is now available at Trail Break at Schroon Lake. The large, inviting space was designed and built by ADK Garden’s Eric Welch, who provides terrific landscaping services. He and his family also sell plants, herbs and fresh fruits and vegetables at their Route 9 greenhouse and store.
But we were saddened to learn of the closing of True North Yoga’s studio. Founder Deb Philp was a pioneer businesswoman who took a chance, and at the same time changed people’s lives through yoga and reiki. Her legacy will continue on-line. From Deb:
“Virtual classes are offered through the Zoom video conferencing platform. To get the link and password, you must register for the class at least 15 minutes before the start time. You can register for any class or purchase a discounted 4-pack of virtual classes here.”
This weekend marks the unofficial end of the Summer season and for some businesses closing up for the year.
Vine and Barley, atop the Town Store, is inviting Schroon Lakers to an end of season party on Sunday, from 12. – 6pm. There’s drink specials all weekend, including two for one bottled beers and discounts on wine and their famous slushies. At the Town Store there are bargains in every department.
And photographer Tom Patrick is hoping to capture some unique images of camp fires along the shores of the lake on Saturday night with his drone.
Whitehouse, Jane M. TROY Jane (Miller) Whitehouse, 64, tragically passed away on August 21, 2020, a victim of a fatal accident in Schroon Lake, N.Y. She is survived by her loving son, Ryan J. Whitehouse, of Austin, Texas; and brothers, John C. Miller of Booth Bay, Maine, and Thomas J. Miller of Dover, Pennsylvania
Jane was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to Claude and Meriam (Yagel) Miller, who predeceased her. She was president and CEO of Whitehouse Associates, a consulting firm specializing in industrial health and safety, working with companies throughout the entire United States. Jane received a B.S. in biology from Lafayette College where she also swam competitively in the butterfly stroke.
She went on to receive her master's degree from Harvard in environmental health sciences. Jane was president of the Capital District Swim Officials organization and officiated swim and diving meets. Jane loved spending time with friends and family at her home on Schroon Lake in the Adirondacks. She was an avid slalom water skier and kayaker.
Jane's friends and family are heartbroken at the loss of this beautiful, vibrant, loving life. Small memorials will be held to celebrate her life in Troy and Pennsylvania. Please check her Facebook for further details. Donations may be made in her honor to the Double H Ranch, which caters to disabled and seriously ill children, at www.doublehranch.org/donate.
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