“Lights On” in Johnsburg
The “Lights On” Committee is once again planning for the month-long celebration of the upcoming holidays and the winter ski season which, for over 39 years, has been called simply “Lights On”. The Theme “Lights On” was issued as a call to action to the community, on Thanksgiving Weekend, to turn the community lights on and welcome the upcoming winter season.
Over the years this committee, made up of residents and businesspeople from the Johnsburg Community, has worked together to create a month-long community celebration of all things winter. Residents and businesses are encouraged to decorate their homes and businesses with white lights, natural greenery, and red bows, to create a unified theme. The choice of white lights allows you to leave the lights up all winter even after you have unplugged the Christmas colors. This season businesses and residents can find fresh handmade local balsam fir wreaths at H’art Gallery and Christmas Trees, and Wreaths by Lisa at Hudson River Trading Co. on Main Street.
Municipal Holiday Lighting to return to North Creek
Thanks to The Town of Johnsburg, and Warren County Bed Tax, fifteen low-wattage LED holiday light fixtures should be installed by Thanksgiving. New for 2024 will be the lighting of the existing streetlights utilizing the theme of white lights, natural greenery, and red bows.
The lighting effort is intended to do two things. The first five 7.5’ star sprays will be mounted on the five light poles that parallel the Main Entrance into the business district. This effort is intended to beautify and light the primary entrance into the village and encourage visitors. The winter-fest snowflakes will be spread on poles from the intersection of 28N and Main Street to the Riverfront Park. The lighting was given to the Town of Johnsburg by the Gore Chamber of Commerce and will be up for the ski season.
Town of Johnsburg Light’s On Decorating Contest
The community again encourages businesses, non-profits, and residents to vie for the prize! Register your residence, business, or non-profit at the Town Hall by calling 518-251-2421 ext. 2 and give Joann your address for the competition. Prizes will be awarded for the best decorated in several categories. The 3 categories for the best decorated are “best residence”, “best not-for-profit”, and “best business”. The prize is $300 cash in each category. Registration deadline is December 6th. Judging will take place from December 9th through December 11th. Winners will be announced at the Town Board meeting on December 17th.
H’ART Studio & Gallery
Gallery Hours: Wed 6-8, Thurs 12-8, Fri 1-5, Sat, 12-6, and whenever the open flag is flying! EXTENDED HOURS IN DEC. (open Sun, 11-3, Tues, 6-8) SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE
Visit us at the Juried Art & Craft Fair, Nov. 23, 24 at Tannery Pond Ctr!
Open Studio Mosaics
Thursdays, Nov. 14-Dec. 19 - 6-8:30 PM
Saturdays, Nov. 9, 30 and Dec. 21, 2:30-5 PM
Glowing Mosaic Candle Holders
Come light up your life (or someone else’s) with the gift of a handmade mosaic candle holder or suncatcher! We’ll be using stained glass, and translucent tiles glued to glass and plexiglass shapes and Mini Mosaic Skier Ornaments. Create images of your own skiers, snowboarders and snowshoers of scraps of beautiful stained glass! Tiny scenes are fun, too! Make either Candle Holders or Ornaments during the class times listed. Most projects will take 2 classes, but you can work on several at once (as each side needs drying time). Who: adults, teens, and children! (under 10, please come with a grownup) Fee: $20 per class, $50 for any 3 sessions
Wednesday Watercolors (and a few Saturdays) for Beginner and Intermediate Artists
Wednesdays, 6-8 PM, Nov 13-Dec 18 (none 11/27)
Saturdays: 3-5, Nov 16, Dec 7; and 12-2, Dec 21
Whether you’ve recently taken up watercolors, or have been painting for years, it’s always nice to create together. Kate Hartley will lead some short group lessons each week, followed by time to work on paintings of your own choosing. Each class will begin with a short drawing lesson, followed by still life, landscapes or portraits… come to any session, or all 5 weeks! Who: adults, and ages 10 and up Fee: $100 for all 5 weeks, or $25 per class ~pay when you can come! (plus $5/class material fee… or bring your own supplies!)
Ongoing…Open Studio ~ Mosaics and Needle Felting!
Thursday evenings, 6:00-8:30 PM, ongoing, join any time, come when you can!
Create your own mosaic house numbers, boxes, trays or stepping stones… or try needle felting! Who: Adults and Teens, beginner to intermediate. What to bring: just yourself, a snack and beverage Fee: $20 per class, includes most materials, a variety of mosaic bases available, or bring your own! To register email Kate at: katehartleyvt@gmail.com, or call 518-681-9921 H’ART Studio & Gallery is at #276 Main, North Creek.
Lights on Week 1 – November 22, 23, 24
Juried Art and Craft Fair, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY
November 22, 5-7 PM, Preview Party, $10 admission
November 23, 10 AM – 5 PM
November 24, 10 AM – 3 PM
Start your Holiday shopping by visiting one of 30+ vendors who will be selling their wonderful items. Info 518-251-2505 ortannerypond.org
November 26 through January 4 during regular business hours, Widlund Gallery presents “A Family Affair” by Anne Glazebrook, Josephine Glazebrook, and Tess Barbota. Reception November 30, 4:30-6:30 PM, Tannery Pond Center, Info:: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org
Lights on Week 2 – November 28, 29, 30, 1,3
Restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving: Contact Jane and Kelly’s
Black Friday, Nov 29 Dive into the excitement of Black Friday! It's not just a sale, it's an adventure!
November 30, 7 PM Gem Radio Theatre presents Sherlock Holmes’ “The Night Before Christmas”, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street North Creek, NY, Tickets: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org ‘Tis the night before Christmas in 1886 at the home of Sherlock Holmes, the famous detective. A quiet holiday evening ends suddenly as a ransom note from Moriarity is received by friend Lord Widecombe. Join Holmes, Dr. Watson, and friends as they catch a villain and save the day for Mrs. Hudson and her niece and nephews!
Shop Small Saturday, November 30th
Hudson River Trading Co. offering Book Signing 12 - 2 PM, for the Backward Glances Mostly true, but slightly embellished, stories of an Adirondacker by Author Tom “ Buckshot” Butler
December 1, 7 - 11 AM, Come Have Breakfast With Santa to benefit “North Creek Vol. Fire Co. Support Team”, 134 Main Street, North Creek Firehouse, Cost: $7- Children (11 & under) & $10 Adults (12 & up) Breakfast to go containers are available! Breakfast includes: pancakes, scrambled eggs, oscars bacon or sausage, juice or coffee. No Breakfast just coffee or hot chocolate - $3.00 (You don’t have to eat breakfast to see Santa!) Each child gets a gift from Santa!
December 1, 2 PM, Gem Radio Theatre presents Sherlock Holmes’ “The Night Before Christmas”, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street North Creek, NY, Tickets: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org ‘Tis the night before Christmas in 1886 at the home of Sherlock Holmes, the famous detective. A quiet holiday evening ends suddenly as a ransom note from Moriarity is received by friend Lord Widecombe. Join Holmes, Dr. Watson, and friends as they catch a villain and save the day for Mrs. Hudson and her niece and nephews!
December 3, 6-8:30 PM, Wreath Making with Lisa Salaman Lisa will be bringing a wealth of boughs, bows, and nature’s treasures to inspire you to create beautiful decorations for your home, or gifting! Lisa has been creating wreaths since childhood, continuing her family tradition. BYOB (beverages and baubles to add a personal decorative touch if you’d like!) Fee: $25 - $30, depending on what you make (wreaths 24” plus, and swags of any size!)
Lights on Week 3 – December 5, 6, 7, 8
December 5, 5- 7 PM - Family Movie Night Featuring Elf, Town of Johnsburg Library - 219 Main Street North Creek, NY, (518) 251-4343
December 6, 10 - 11AM Preschool Story Hour Books & Crafts, Town of Johnsburg Library - 219 Main Street North Creek, NY, (518) 251-4343 to celebrate all the things that make December wonderful! Ages 3-5
H’ART Benefit Fundraiser Weekend, Dec 6-8. Reception Fri., Dec 6, 4-8 pm Come support World Central Kitchen, known for helping people in crisis all around the world. 10% of select artists’ sales will be donated to this worthy cause.
Friday, December 6, 5:30 PM Town of Johnsburg Tree Lighting, corner of 28N and Main Street This year we will be lighting up community trees at both ends of the business district; at the Tannery Pond Center (intersection of 28N and Main Street) and the overlook at Riverfront Park. Additionally, the Depot Museum Team under the direction of Linda Quintavalle, will light up the night with animated holiday lights featuring The North Creek station, the Owens' House, and the Riverfront Park Pavillion, all will be fully dressed in holiday style. Lights will remain on through the holiday season.
At the official ceremony at Tannery Pond Community Center, the North Country Singers will entertain with traditional Holiday Songs outside at Tannery Pond Center, under the direction of Denise Conti.
Three of our community pastors will lead us in a nondenominational candlelight service followed by our elected officials who will offer a few words of hope, encouragement, and community. To the singing of “Oh Christmas Tree”, by the North Country Singers, the official lighting of the newest community tree will be lit.
In collaboration with Gem Radio Theatre, the Depot Museum will also present Mrs. Claus and her Rein "Dears' who will perform “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” plus a short bell musical routine on the steps of Tannery Pond Center. Then, they will beckon all in attendance into Tannery Pond Center for a visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and light refreshments. All are welcome.
December 7, 10 AM - 12 PM Gingerbread House Workshop Town of Johnsburg Library, 219 Main Street, North Creek, NY, (518)251-4343 Decorate a gingerbread house for your family (1 per household). Everything is supplied, but if there are specific candies you prefer you are welcome to bring them along. Call to reserve a spot .
December 7, 12 PM Annual Johnsburg Christmas Parade Where: Departing from the North Creek Firehouse & Johnsburg Central School, To participate in the parade, please call Pete Olesheski at 518-683-5916 and leave a message. This is your chance to shine! Don your best holiday costumes, grab a songbook, and decorate your flatbed, trailer, or truck. Dress up your pups and join the festive fun! All are welcome!
The parade route will travel down Main Street and ends at The North Creek Depot Museum where Santa’s Christmas Caboose and the Depot will be open to the public from 12:30 until 2:00 and hot chocolate and sweets will be served. Come for the perfect holiday photo opportunity at the station with Mrs. Claus, The Conductor and the Dancing Rein “Dears.” Be sure to take a look inside at the fabulous train diorama. Later, anyone who wishes may join them and proceed to Elderwood Nursing Home to visit with residents and bring Holiday Joy and Cheer.
Afterwards, head back to Main Street for Hot Mulled Cider and Cookies at The Hungry Crow, Christmas Tree and wreath sales at Hudson River Trading Co., lunch at local eateries, and Christmas shopping!
This year, the committee will be awarding prizes to the best floats and participating clubs. It’s a great way to showcase your organization and raise funds! Let’s make this a Christmas to remember!
December 7, 1-3 PM Holiday Kids’ Art - Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY - kids will have the opportunity to create several holiday-related art/craft projects,, Free, Info: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org
December 7, 8 PM North Country Singers’ Holiday Celebration - Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, Free, Reservations: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org, The North Country Singers under the direction of Denise Conti will present their annual Holiday Celebration. Special guests will include the JCS Holiday Band under the direction of Max Garrett (Sat.), Don Preuninger on solo piano, Robin Jay, reader, and the Three Hoots (Sun.). A reception will follow the performance. Donations to help cover the concert costs are appreciated.
December 8, 2 PM North Country Singers’ Holiday Celebration - Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, Free, Reservations: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org The North Country Singers under the direction of Denise Conti will present their annual Holiday Celebration. Special guests will include the JCS Holiday Band under the direction of Max Garrett (Sat.), Don Preuninger on solo piano, Robin Jay, reader, and the Three Hoots (Sun.). A reception will follow the performance. Donations to help cover the concert costs are appreciated.
Lights on Week 4 – December 12, 13, 14, 15
December 12, 5:30 - 7 PM Holiday Toy Giveaway, Adirondack Community Outreach Center 2718 RT.28 North Creek, NY 518-251-3481. Shopping is Open to Parents, Grandparents, and guardians from Johnsburg Central and Minerva School Districts. Toys for Infants to age 14. www.adkcommunityoutreach.com Sponsored by the Friends of the Adirondack Community Outreach Center
December 13, 10 - 11AM Preschool Story Hour Books & Crafts, Town of Johnsburg Library - 219 Main Street North Creek, NY, (518) 251-4343 to celebrate all the things that make December wonderful! Ages 3-5
December 13, 7 PM Warren Miller’s 75 films, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek NY, come watch this amazing ski movie to get ready for the ski season, many great raffle prizes,Tickets: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org Purchase tickets in advance – this event may sell out. Warren Miller is going big for 75 years! Stacked with unbelievable action and unexpected stories, Warren Miller’s 75 will bring fans to powder stashes and chutes around the world, from Canada, Colorado, California, and Utah to Finland, Japan, Austria, and New Jersey. Catch a diverse lineup of snowsports legends, Olympic hopefuls, world champions, X Games stars, and emerging talents on the big screen this fall, including snowboarders Shaun White, Jeremy Jones, Danny Davis, and Toby Miller, plus skiers Max Hitzig, Lexi duPont, Caite Zeliff, Mark Abma, and Aaron Blunck.
December 14, 9 AM - 3 PM Winter Ski Swap – Johnsburg Central School Cafetorium Donations of gently used equipment can be made at the Johnsburg Town Hall during normal hours of operation and will be accepted on the day of the Swap. Donations benefit the Johnsburg Youth Committee.
December 14, 9 AM - 5 PM Craft Vendor Fair, Johnsburg Central School Gym, North Creek NY, $40 per 10’x10’ Booth add $10 for electricity Proceeds go to Johnsburg Central School Contact amay@johnsburgcsd.org or kvarney@johnsbugcsd.org
December 14 Garnet Hill Lodge Outdoor Center Ski Sale, 123 4-H RD, North River , NY 12856, 518-251-2150 Beer and Pizza are available from 11:30. 20% off most items, deeper discounts on others for one day only, Deeper Discounts on others for one day only, Purchase Season Snowshoes and Ski Passes at Early Bird Discounted rate!
December 14, 10 AM - 12:30 PM Holiday Toy Giveaway Adirondack Community Outreach Center, 2718 RT. 28, North Creek, 518-251-3481. www.adkcommunityoutreach.com Shopping is Open to Parents, Grandparents, and guardians from Johnsburg Central and Minerva School Districts. Toys for Infants to age 14. Sponsored by the Friends of the Adirondack Community Outreach Center
December 14, 2 - 5 PM Free Art for All Ages ~ Pinecone Critters and Creations! Come create great little handmade gifts and decorations for the holidays! Get inspired by treasures from nature ~ pinecones, acorns and more (bring your own, if you have a special collection!) Projects will take 30 min. to 1 hour, so come any time during workshop hours. Who: all ages!!! (under 8, bring an adult helper)
December 14, 7 PM Warren Miller’s 75 films, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek NY, come watch this amazing ski movie to get ready for the ski season, many great raffle prizes,Tickets: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org Purchase tickets in advance – this event may sell out. See details listed for Dec. 13.
December 15, 12 PM at Ski Bowl, 1 PM Johnsburg Central School, Johnsburg Fire Dept Santa Parade The Town of Johnsburg Fire Departments (6 Fire Companies: Johnsburg, Garnet Lake, Bakers Mills, Riparius, North Creek and North River) will pick up Santa at the Ski Bowl and parades along Main Street to the Johnsburg Central School to the joy of all the good little boys and girls. Free to all, Children will receive a gift from Santa.
December 15, 5 - 7 PM Book Club, Town of Johnsburg Library, 219 Main Street, North Creek, NY, ages 19+, A book discussion on "James" by Percival Everett will take place in our reading room. Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share.
December 15, 3 & 7 PM (2 shows) The McKrells Christmas Concert, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY Tickets: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org, This famous show will sell out. Buy tickets early!
Lights on Week 5 – December 19, 20, 21, 22
December 19, 5:30-6:45 PM Soundbath Meditation at the Town of Johnsburg Library, 219 Main Street, North Creek, NY Join our Sound Meditation with the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, Tibetan bowls and more. Bring your yoga mat, pillows and blankets. Fee: $15 cash (to be shared with our host venue) Facilitator: Robin Jay World Peace® Kauna Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Sound Healer.
December 20, 10 - 11AM Preschool Story Hour Books & Crafts, Town of Johnsburg Library - 219 Main Street North Creek, NY, (518) 251-4343 to celebrate all the things that make December wonderful! Ages 3-5
Lights on Week 6 – December 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
December 24, 4-9 PM Christmas Eve Dinner Specials at The Log House Restaurant, Garnet Hill Lodge, 39 Garnet Hill Road, North River, NY, Reservations required, take out available, call: 518-251-2444
December 24 - December 31 Christmas to New Years at the Garnet Hill Lodge, 29 Garnet Hill Road, North River, NY We have many great events scheduled for the week. Visit us at garnet-hill.com or call 518-251-2444 for more information.
December 25, 12-4 PM Christmas Buffet at The Log House Restaurant, Garnet Hill Lodge, 39 Garnet Hill Road, North River, NY, Reservations required, take out available, call: 518-251-2444
December 27, 10 - 11AM Preschool Story Hour Books & Crafts, Town of Johnsburg Library - 219 Main Street, North Creek, NY, (518) 251-4343 to celebrate all the things that make December wonderful! Ages 3-5
December 27, 2 PM The Polar Express, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY - movie for children, families, or anyone who loves the holidays, Free, Info: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org. Tannery Pond Center & the Town of Johnsburg Library presents this movie.. Children are welcome to come in PJs and bring their blankets! No charge or RSVP is requested. Refreshments will be served.
December 28, 7:30 PM North Country Jazz Project Holiday Concert, Tannery Pond Center, 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, Tickets: 518-251-2505 or tannerypond.org This famous event is a sell out each year. Please purchase your tickets early.