August Music Scene
Jes Sheldon & the Stewards of Sol When: August 6, 6 p.m. Where: Paris Hill Barn, 2817 Old State Route 12, Paris The Outlaws When: August 7, 8 p.m. Where: Turning Stone Showroom, 5218 Patrick Road, Verona Rebecca Miner’s Patsy Cline Tribute When: August 9, 4 p.m. Where: Remsen Center for the Arts, 9627 Main […]
The Great MVL Road Trip
Six Scenic Drives. Two Weekend Escapes. Endless Adventures. Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Mohawk Valley This August By Carrie Byrne Putelo There is something special about a summer road trip. It is not just about getting to a destination. It is about taking the scenic route, pulling into a town you have always […]
August Buzzworthy
Sarah’s Feature Event: Farm to Table Dinner Date: August 16 Location: 8828 Fish Hatchery Rd., Remsen You’ve probably gathered by now that I love all things agritourism. I am SO excited for this upcoming Farm to Table Dinner. Spend an evening at the farm with a stroll through the flowers, a locally sourced dinner […]
August Entertainment
City of Amsterdam’s National Night Out When: August 4, 5 p.m.–10 p.m. Where: Veterans Park, Amsterdam Showtime Trio When: August 7, 6:00pm Where: Babe’s at Harbor Point, Utica Gloversville Railfest When: August 8, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Where: Trail Station Park, Gloversville Grandparents Weekend When: August 8, 10a.m.–5 p.m.; August 9, 12 p.m.–4 […]
Editor’s Letter – August
Dear Readers, There is something about August in the Mohawk Valley that makes me want to get in the car, roll the windows down and take the long way home. Maybe it is because August has a way of reminding us that summer does not last forever. Even when your own kids are grown, […]
Chilled Cherry – Beet Borscht
By Nat Levin This soup draws inspiration from the beet-based and chilled fruit soups of Eastern Europe and the Balkans, with a nod to gazpacho in the form of a small splash of vinegar and olive oil. Cherries and the first beets of the season ripen around the same time, and they complement each […]
Getting Ready for Fair Season
By Farmer Ben By the time July rolls around, things are moving pretty fast on farms around the Mohawk Valley. First cut hay is wrapping up for a lot of people, second cut is already being thought about, and you’re trying to stay ahead of the weather the best you can. Some days it […]
A Tradition Rooted in the North Country
For nearly eight decades, the New York State Woodsmen’s Field Days has celebrated the skills, traditions, and heritage of the forest industry while bringing thousands of visitors to Boonville each summer. Returning August 21-23 to the Oneida County Fairgrounds in Boonville, the event has become one of the largest and most recognized woodsmen competitions in […]
MV Roots: A Conversation with Chef Matt Abdoo
Executive chef extraordinaire, co-owner of Pig Beach BBQ with locations in NYC, Boston, and Palm Beach, co-author of the cookbook, guest chef on NBC’s TODAY, slayer of Bobby Flay, Food Network personality and judge—his successes go on and on. Matt’s a big deal in the culinary world. Before barbecue, Matt was a fine-dining chef, Relais […]
The Beat Goes On
This summer marks a remarkable milestone for one of the Mohawk Valley’s most beloved musical traditions. Michael J. DiMeo is celebrating his 50th consecutive year as director of the New Hartford Citizens’ Band, a legacy that has helped shape generations of musicians and brought live music to thousands throughout the community. Founded in 1913, the […]