The Peru Gazette

On November 11, 1930, thousands of Plattsburgh’s citizens turned out for the dedication of the city’s newest bridge. The Bridge Street Stone Arch Bridge replaced an aging and inelegant steel strut bridge to join the beautiful City Hall and McDonough Monument as iconic structures in Plattsburgh. Join Roger Black on Monday, June 17th at 6:30 […]

Source: 2 more free concerts confirmed for 2021 NYS Fair – syracuse.com

Source: Creativity amid the Coronavirus in Plattsburgh | NCPR News

Ensemble of North Country Professionals Opens Season on June 5   North Country music lovers will welcome live musical performances back to Plattsburgh this summer with the return of “Curbside At Harborside,” a full season of concerts by locally based, top-caliber artists and arts organizations taking place at the U.S. Oval Gazebo and Plattsburgh’s Harborside […]

WHAT – Music for your pleasure — Just Jammin’ Listen or join in — but enjoy. WHERE – Peru Memorial VFW 710 Pleasant St, Peru WHEN – Thursday, May 27th from 5 – 8 p.m.   Note: Kitchen Open from 4 – 7 p.m.  

Source: Burlington Jazz Festival is less than one month away and the lineup is ready to go

Source: Live performances returning to Depot Theatre | Sun Community News WESTPORT | The Depot Theatre is gearing up for a return to live performances in 2021 with three main stage productions originally planned for 2020 featuring iconic figures and everyday heroe

Source: Champlain Valley Fair will return this summer without restrictions, organizers say

Source: Broadway announces return with ‘Hamilton,’ ‘Lion King,’ and ‘Wicked’ – syracuse.com

On Saturday, May 8th, there were two well-attended events in downtown Plattsburgh today. The Farmers Market opened and the Stand Theater For The Arts hosted a Mother’s Day Market. Brinkerhoff Street was closed to traffic and the Stand’s front lawn was filled with exhibitors. The Strand Gallery was also open. Many people went inside to […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY – The Strand Center for the Arts is thrilled to host “Gods and Monsters,” artwork created by painter, Jim Kobak, in the Main Gallery. Jim Kobak grew up as a metal-head in the suburban dystopia of Northern New Jersey. He was highly influenced by the Reagan-Era Thrash metal and hardcore punk movement blowing […]

Source: Airborne Speedway Welcomes Back Fans for Opening Day – Mountain Lake PBS

Source: City seeking artist applications for art park | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The City of Plattsburgh is still seeking applications for local artists to display their work in the city’s new Betty Little Arts Park in the heart of downtown.

Source: Broadway poised to announce September return

The Peru Central School District community will be voting on the artwork for our NEW Nighthawk Mascot this week. Below you will find some information on a variety of artwork options and a link to vote. All voting will close on Thursday, April 29th at 4:00 pm. Mascot Alternate Artwork/Description: Mascot Option 1 Mascot Option […]

Rules for the 2021 Contest We are once again inviting all kindergarten through 12th grade students in New York State public and private schools and youth organizations to showcase their artistic talent and their commitment to the environment by participating in the 19th Annual New York Recycles! Poster Contest sponsored by the NYS Department of […]

Dear Friends, It has been a long haul, and I trust that this finds you well as we begin to come out the other end of the crisis. It feels so good to write about something positive and pleasant, and I hope that our news will lift you up and fill you with glad anticipation […]

Source: Burlington’s Flynn Theater begins to reopen for more in-person performances – VTDigger

Source: Live arts venues were shut for a year. When they finally got federal aid, the system crashed – syracuse.com

Source: Quilt show to open in Au Sable Forks’ Tahawus Center | Sun Community News AU SABLE FORKS | The show will be available both online and, beginning April 23, in person by appointment at Tahawus Center Window Gallery.

This is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our Congressional District each spring. This competition is open to all North Country high school students. The winning submission will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year! Submission Requirements: Artwork may be up to 26 inches […]

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of Excelsior Pass – a free, voluntary platform developed in partnership with IBM, which utilizes proven, secure technology to confirm an individual’s recent negative PCR or antigen test result or proof of vaccination to help fast-track the reopening of businesses and event venues in accordance with New York State […]

The North Country Alliance Church will host a free community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 3. Participants must pre-register for a time slot on our website (northcountryalliance.com/events) by Friday, April 2. We are offering six times throughout the morning, in 30-minute increments from 10 am-1 pm, with a limit of 50 children each. All […]

Source: Dr. Fauci children’s book to be released this summer