Visit our online store!
George's Picks

A Culinary Tour de Force: Lake George Restaurant Week »

Lake George Restaurant Week

In 1757, French General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm conducted a raid of the British reigned Fort William Henry. The encounter took place on the southernmost part of Lake George, lasting several days and ending…

/ Read More »

Pet Owners Mark Your Calendars: Responsible Dog Ownership Day is Almost Here »

Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Attention all you dog owners! You’ll be happy to know that you’ve received an honorary day for your good standing citizenship as a responsible pet owner. Or rather, an honorary month. All around…

/ Read More »

Diversity Through Many Lenses Exhibit at the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts »

Paul Traudt photography

If you like photography and are looking for something a bit more “diverse,” then you’ll definitely want to check out the Diversity through Many Lenses exhibit at the Adirondack Lakes Center for the…

/ Read More »

Get Jigging: The First Bennington Irish Music Festival is Coming to Town »

Seamus Connolly

A healthy dose of Irish music and culture will be making its way to Southern Vermont this Labor Day weekend. The first Bennington Irish Music Festival, which takes place September 4th and 5th…

/ Read More »

Soak Your Troubles Away During the Roosevelt Baths Weekend Event »

The Gideon Putnam Resort's Roosevelt Baths & Spa

The Gideon Putnam Resort’s Roosevelt Baths & Spa celebrates 75 years of healthful business this September at the Saratoga Spa State Park. This weekend-long event, running from 12pm to 7pm on Friday, September…

/ Read More »

The Fabulous Folk Festival Comes to Bolton Landing »

Dan Berggren

The 5th Annual Fabulous Folk Festival comes to Bolton Landing on Sunday, September 5th. The festival runs from 11am to 6pm in Rogers Memorial Park. The park, located on Lake George, provides the…

/ Read More »

Go Rustic at the Rustic Furniture Fair in Blue Mountain Lake »

Rustic Furniture Fair, Adirondack Museum, Blue Mountain Lake

It’s now fashionable to “live green,” and use more natural products. But in one upstate NY town, utilizing nature to create upscale furniture has been a popular tradition for a long time. The…

/ Read More »

Dare We Say It–Fall is Almost Here, But the Good News is It’s Time for the Festival of Colors »

Festival of the Colors

On September 11th, don’t miss out on the chance to attend the 7th annual Festival of the Colors, an all-day celebration of the beginning of fall! Starting at ten in the morning at the…

/ Read More »
Features

Love Conquers Paul, DVD Review: Filmed on Location in Glens Falls »

Love Conquers Paul

Love Conquers Paul is not your typical romantic comedy. Yes, there is romance and also comedy, and even a…

/ Read More »

Author Bernard F. Conners on His Novel Dancehall »

Bernard F. Conners

By Juliet Barney A renaissance man if ever there was one, Bernard F. Conners has achieved success on numerous levels—as…

/ Read More »

Viewpoints Exhibit: Review, LARAC’s Lapham Gallery »

Viewpoints, at LARACs Lapham Gallery

Viewpoints, the current exhibit at the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council’s (LARAC) Lapham Gallery runs through September 18th and…

/ Read More »

Artist Lynn Benevento Talks about Art and Her Creative Process »

Lynn Benevento

By Sarah Cramer Adirondack artist Lynn Benevento’s work has won numerous awards in the region and has hung in…

/ Read More »

An Interview with Actors Paul D’Amato & Marina Re from LGDT’s Our Son’s Wedding »

Our Son's Wedding, Paul D'Amato and Marine Re

By Monica Sirignano and Dave Bower We recently interviewed Paul D’Amato and Marina Re, the stars of the Lake George…

/ Read More »

Robert Louis Stevenson & His Time in Saranac Lake »

Robert Louis Stevenson

Almost everyone knows the stories of Robert Louis Stevenson. His immortal works—Kidnapped, Treasure Island and The Strange Case of…

/ Read More »

East Cove Restaurant: Scrumptious Seafood in an Inviting Adirondack Atmosphere »

East Cove Restaurant, Lake George

Sitting along a wooded curve where Beach Road meets State Route 9L, just outside of Lake George Village, is…

/ Read More »

Milliner Nancy Matt Talks Hats »

Nancy Matt, hat designer

By Jessica Nicosia Hat designer Nancy Matt began her career in millinery design in 1994, and has been making hats…

/ Read More »

On the Road: An Interview with Melanie Krahmer and Rich Libutti of SIRSY »

Rich Libutti and Melanie Krahmer of SIRSY

By Sarah Cramer Billed as a “fiery, sultry, soulful indie pop rock duo” with “hook drenched songs” that are “infectious…

/ Read More »

Murder and Foul Play Take the Stage in a New Film Being Shot in Lake Placid »

From the film, Dancehall, Lake Placid

In 1963, a group of divers swimming below the cliffs of Pulpit Rock discovered the almost perfectly preserved body…

/ Read More »

Filmmaker Gregory Orr Talks about Filming in Tupper Lake & His Film Recreator »

Gregory Orr, filmmaker

By Sarah Cramer What happens when you bring three teenagers and a mysterious scientist with a thing for cloning to…

/ Read More »
Live it, love it, watch it!

WHAT’S PLAYING ON GEORGE TV

New! Interview with Actors Paul D'Amato & Marina Re from LGDT's production of Our Son's Wedding, running through October 14th.

Advertise with The Free George!
See Our Son's Wedding!

Categories



Media

  • Lake George Hudson River Recreation Area, Warrensburg, Photo by Dave Bower

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Early Evening in Schroon Lake, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • A Feathered Friend in Saratoga, Photo by Dave Bower

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • On Lake Flower in Saranac Lake, Photo by Dave Bower

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Along Rt. 73, Northern Essex, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Along the Hudson River, Outside of North Creek, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Near Riverside Station, Riparius, Photo by Dave Bower

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Near Riverside Station, Raparius

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Lake George in Winter, Bolton Landing, Photo by Dave Bower

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Mirror Lake, From Main Street, Lake Placid, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • At the World's Oldest Marble Quarry, Dorset, VT, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • At the World's Oldest Marble Quarry, Dorset, VT, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • At the World's Oldest Marble Quarry, Dorset, VT, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • Granville, At Mettawee River, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • Granville, At the Mettawee River, Photo by Monica Sirignano

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • Dorset, VT, At the World's Oldest Marble Quarry

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • Dorset, VT, At the World's Oldest Marble Quarry

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks and Beyond

    Read More

  • Natural Stone Bridge and Caves, Pottersville

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Schroon River, Chestertown, near Friends Lake

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Early Evening Light on the Lake

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Thurman Railroad

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Just outside of Warrensburg

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Hague Brook, Hague

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Lake George Hudson River Protection Area, Warrensburg

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Garnet Lake, Thurman

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Friends Lake

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • A Tree Grows in Pottersville

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Up Yonda Farm, Bolton Landing

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Lake George Hudson River Recreation Area, Warrensburg

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • monica stone bridge & others 094

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

  • Natural Stone Bridge and Caves 2, Pottersville

    Into the Eyes of Nature: Snapshots of the Adirondacks

    Read More

Diversity Through Many Lenses Exhibit at the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts »

If you like photography and are looking for something a bit more “diverse,” then you’ll definitely want to check out the Diversity through Many Lenses exhibit at the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts. The center, which is located in Blue Mountain Lake, has teamed up with the Adirondack Photography Institute of Lake Placid for…

/ Read More »
Paul Traudt photography

Love Conquers Paul, DVD Review: Filmed on Location in Glens Falls »

Love Conquers Paul is not your typical romantic comedy. Yes, there is romance and also comedy, and even a little bit of drama, yet the film doesn’t follow the stock Hollywood romantic comedy plotline. Written and directed by Glens Falls native Colin Bannon, Love Conquers Paul tells the story of Paul (played by Brendan Bradley),…

/ Read More »
Love Conquers Paul

Review of SIRSY’s August 28th Show at Saratoga’s Putnam Den »

Putnam Den in Saratoga has a kind of warehouse chic vibe going on—concrete floor, modern art, couches, pool tables and blown-up black and white pictures of old Saratoga. On Saturday August 28th, SIRSY, a two-person DIY band from Albany, NY, descended on this trendy but laid back venue and rocked the house. The energy and…

/ Read More »
SIRSY

Author Bernard F. Conners on His Novel Dancehall »

By Juliet Barney A renaissance man if ever there was one, Bernard F. Conners has achieved success on numerous levels—as a novelist, film producer, entrepreneur, athlete, FBI agent and former lieutenant in the US Army. As a teen, he prominently mastered athleticism throughout his high school and college years, which led to an offer to play…

/ Read More »
Bernard F. Conners

An Interview with Actors Paul D’Amato & Marina Re from LGDT’s Our Son’s Wedding »

By Monica Sirignano and Dave Bower We recently interviewed Paul D’Amato and Marina Re, the stars of the Lake George Dinner Theatre’s hit production, Our Son’s Wedding. The real-life couple play Angelo (D’Amato) and Mary (Re) in the four person cast of what has undoubtedly become this summer’s biggest area hit. The play is the first of…

/ Read More »
Our Son's Wedding, Paul D'Amato and Marine Re

Summer Shows Just Got Better: A Look into “Persons Unknown” »

Summer television series are usually looked at as the afternoon bag of chips meant to hold you over before dinner of roast leg of lamb and garnished mashed potatoes. They carry the stigma of mediocre quality – a gimmick to keep you watching TV, but not really worth your time. However, I’m anticipating the next…

/ Read More »
Persons Unknown

Events

Lake George Restaurant Week

A Culinary Tour de Force: Lake George Restaurant Week »

In 1757, French General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm conducted a raid of the British reigned Fort William Henry. The encounter took place on the southernmost part of Lake George, lasting several…

/ Read More »
Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Pet Owners Mark Your Calendars: Responsible Dog Ownership Day is Almost Here »

Attention all you dog owners! You’ll be happy to know that you’ve received an honorary day for your good standing citizenship as a responsible pet owner. Or rather, an honorary…

/ Read More »

Food/Drink

Go Organic in Hamilton County: Visit Your Local Farmers’ Market »

Farmers' Market

With cooler nights and rainy days, fall’s footsteps are being heard throughout the Adirondack Region. So if you haven’t checked out the…

/ Read More »

East Cove Restaurant: Scrumptious Seafood in an Inviting Adirondack Atmosphere »

East Cove Restaurant, Lake George

Sitting along a wooded curve where Beach Road meets State Route 9L, just outside of Lake George Village, is a humble single…

/ Read More »

Oh, You Rutabaga: The 3rd Annual Rutabaga Festival in Keene »

Keene Rutabaga Festival

That’s right, rutabaga season is now upon us. This splendiferous vegetable is native to the Northeast and able to withstand long bouts…

/ Read More »

Go Organic in Essex County: Visit your Local Farmers’ Market »

Farmers' Markets

One way to support your local economy is by purchasing foods from local Farmers’ Markets. Here you can find delicious, healthy food…

/ Read More »
A Farmers’ Market for the Internet Age » Yogurt: It’s All Greek to Me » Go Organic in Washington County: Visit Your Local Farmers’ Market » Garlic Bruschetta: An Excellent Italian Treat » Go Organic in Saratoga County: Visit Your Local Farmers’ Market » The Beauty of Guacamole » In Celebration of National Ice Cream Month (and Day) » Lakeside Farms: Cider Central, Country Store and So Much More » Pizza so Good It’s Organic » BBQ Anyone? »
Lake George Restaurant Week

A Culinary Tour de Force: Lake George Restaurant Week »

In 1757, French General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm conducted a raid of the British reigned Fort William Henry. The encounter took place on the southernmost part of Lake George, lasting several…

/ Read More »
Garlic

We’ve Got the Goods on Garlic »

Have you ever eaten something containing Allium Sativum? Being that Americans consume more than 250 million pounds of this herb annually, I bet you have. More commonly known as garlic,…

/ Read More »

Get Your Paddles Pumping, the Adirondack Canoe Classic is Coming to Town »

Canoe and kayak enthusiasts of the Adirondack region are gearing up for one of their biggest events of the year. The weekend of September 10th, 250 boats will paddle (and carry) their way from Old Forge to Saranac Lake. The event, the Adirondack Canoe Classic, covers 90 miles of waterways over the course of three…

/ Read More »
Adirondack Canoe Classic

Video of the Week: August 27, 2010 »

Introducing Marcel the Shell. …

/ Read More »

Like Antiques? »

On August 14th and 15th, the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake will be hosting their third annual Antiques Show and Sale. Each year more than 60 top quality dealers from around the world participate. It’s easy to understand why, considering the top-notch lineup that the show offers, including Baker & Co. from Soquel, California,…

/ Read More »
Adirondack Museum Antique Show & Sale

Get Your Week in Review of the Saratoga Races (Week Ending 9/3) »

Let’s start with the good news from the Saratoga Race Track: Travers Day on Saturday had a cloudless sky with comfortable temperatures, and throngs of people in attendance. With the crowd numbering at 45,764, the day measured in at nearly a 35% increase over 2009’s numbers of 34,221. Eleven horses were in the field for…

/ Read More »
Travers Day, Saratoga Race Track

Invasion of the Vlogs »

Ok, so let me preface this by saying that I am NOT a “YouTuber.” I do not stay up into the wee hours of the morning watching babies giggle (as cute as they may be) or watch puppies chase their tails (adorable as well). I am proud to say that I, unlike so many others,…

/ Read More »
johnandhank-300x192

Videos of the Week

What’s New

The George Store is now open!

Weekly updates from the Saratoga races!

News stories from the 5 counties; plus: world news.

A Fine and Found Foods column, featuring recipes and reviews of specialty local products with tips on where to buy them.

Moved: The Upcoming Events calendar is now located further down on the home page.

News

Advertise with The Free George!
Visit our online Store!
Advertise with the Free George Advertise with the Free George