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10/26/2025

The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., Old Forge, is offering a free Social Security Information program on Tuesday October 28 at 6 p.m.

This one-hour financial education program is designed to provide individuals between the ages of 55 and 70 with a thorough overview of critical factors to assess before claiming Social Security benefits, and empowering them to make informed and strategic decisions.

Given recent news reports surrounding an uncertain future for Social Security, the decreasing availability of corporate pension plans, increased life expectancies, rising divorce rates, and a growing elderly population, retirees face the significant risk of exhausting their savings if they rely solely on these government benefits.

Claiming Social Security benefits has become more complex due to a rapidly changing retirement landscape.

Since there is no one-size-fits-all approach for claiming Social Security benefits, individuals frequently encounter difficulties interpreting program rules and assessing the long-term financial impact of their choices. Many previously effective strategies are now outdated, underscoring the importance of evaluating overall retirement income needs rather than focusing strictly on program-specific guidelines.

Answers to frequently asked questions will be provided:

• When is the appropriate time to begin collecting Social Security?

• What options exist to support the continued solvency of Social Security?

• Is it more important to focus on Social Security regulations or a cash flow strategy?

• Is coordination with a spouse advisable before claiming benefits?

• Is seeking professional assistance recommended when claiming benefits?

This program has been made possible as a public service by Retirement Solutions, LLC, a financial education company and led by Financial Advisor John Kalil.

The program is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. Due to seating limitations, advance registration is strongly suggested. To RSVP, please contact the library directly at 315 369-6008 or e-mail [email protected].

— Beth Pashley

The Town of Webb Publicity Department has been recognized at the 2025 Telly Awards for its documentary series showcasing...
10/25/2025

The Town of Webb Publicity Department has been recognized at the 2025 Telly Awards for its documentary series showcasing the heart and soul of Adirondack communities. The series was filmed and produced by Emmy Award-winning video journalist André Constantini and acclaimed local filmmaker and photographer Kurt Gardner.

The winning entry, produced in conjunction the Town of Webb Publicity Department, featured five compelling short films drawn from a broader 15-part portrait series, and was entered in the Travel & Tourism category. These stories shine a light on the people, landscapes, and community spirit that define the Town of Webb. The project underscores the Publicity Department’s mission to promote the Town of Webb through authentic and engaging storytelling.

“This award reflects the talent, dedication, and creative excellence of everyone involved,” said Town of Webb Publicity Department head Mike Farmer, “We’re thrilled that our vision to capture the unique character of our community has resonated on such a prestigious stage.”

The series continues to grow, with six new episodes filmed this past winter, highlighting local voices such as Michelle Bartlett at Life in the ADK, Kevin Kress at McCauley Mountain, and Christina and Doug Bartlett of Adirondack Woodcraft Camps, among others. These additions further the department’s effort to document the evolving story of the Adirondacks through the eyes of those who live and work here.

“This also shines a spotlight on the Webb Publicity staff,” Farmer added, “another family working daily to enhance visitor experiences.”

Since 1979, the Telly Awards have celebrated the best in video and television across all screens, drawing over 13,000 entries from around the globe each year. Recognized for honoring innovation and excellence, the Tellys spotlight outstanding work from top-tier production companies, networks, and content creators.

“André and Kurt captured the essence of our communities,” Farmer said. “It’s our people, our families, our business owners and workers, and people who are drawn to our communities. We extend our deepest thanks to Andre Constantini, Kurt Gardner, and the entire community for their support and participation in this award-winning series.”

According to Farmer, the Town of Webb Publicity Department promotes tourism, economic development, and community engagement through strategic media initiatives, storytelling, and partnerships. Farmer said the department is “dedicated to sharing the authentic spirit of the Adirondacks, the department supports projects that highlight the region’s unique people, places, and perspectives.”

Pictured, André Constantini and Kurt Gardner hold the Telly Awards they received for their Webb tourism documentary series that was produced in conjunction with the Town of Webb Publicity Department. — Phots courtesy of Town of Webb

— STAFF REPORT

10/23/2025

The Herkimer County Office for the Aging will hold a short public hearing about senior services and a representative from Herkimer County Public Health will provide information and administer Flu boosters on Friday, October 31 at Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., Old Forge, from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Attendees can receive information about adult Immunizations, including who should get them and why. Following the Herkimer County Office for the Aging Public Hearing, immunizations will be given by Herkimer County Public Health. Information will be provided about services provided by the Alzheimer’s Association.

Please share your thoughts on the services that Office for the Aging provides as well as any services that may be needed.

Please bring your insurance card if you would like to receive a vaccination. Information will be provided about services provided by the Alzheimer’s Association.

Lunch will be provided at the event. To reserve a seat call 315-867-1121, please RSVP by Monday, October 27.

The event will have free parking, and is handicapped accessible.

On October 4, a sunny and unseasonably hot Saturday, Central Adirondack Kiwanis Club helped sponsor the Annual Adirondac...
10/22/2025

On October 4, a sunny and unseasonably hot Saturday, Central Adirondack Kiwanis Club helped sponsor the Annual Adirondack Kids Day in Inlet, created by The Adirondack Kids organization.

The day was fully kid-friendly with free activities for the whole family from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every child accompanied by an adult received a goody bag at the Kiwanis event information booth, while the supplies lasted.

Among many of day’s highlights were the French Louie Fishing Derby, where over 100 fish were caught. The second annual Loon Calling Contest generated more than 100 laughs. Other activities included a presentation by Mark Manske from Adirondack Raptors with his ‘live’ birds of prey, a geocaching hunt, an illusionist, and face painting. The Inlet Historical Society held a scavenger hunt and there were s’mores-making for kids at Mountain & Main gift shop.

“Kiwanis of the Central Adirondacks is honored to support the Inlet community and their Adirondack Kids Day for these many years,” said president, Carmen Mastroianni. “We hope this day will create lasting memories and an increased love for Adirondack life.”

Club members meet the first and third Thursdays of the month at 8 a.m. at Walt’s Diner in Old Forge.

For more information email [email protected].

Pictured is the Kiwanis Club Event Information Booth staffed by members Sarah Dew, Penny Van Slyke, Debra Van Slyke and Carmen Mastroianni, Kiwanis Club president. — Photo courtesy of Central Adirondack Kiwanis Club

— By Bill Burrows, For The Express

A group of costumed children stand in front of Costume Contest judges at the Inlet Volunteer Emergency Services building...
10/21/2025

A group of costumed children stand in front of Costume Contest judges at the Inlet Volunteer Emergency Services building during the 2024 Inlet Youth Commission’s annual Halloween Parade and Party. This year’s contest is set for Friday, Oct. 24 during the party that follows the annual Trunk-or-Treat and Halloween Parade in Inlet. Trunk-or-Treat (sponsored by the Inlet Community Church) starts at 5:30 p.m. in their parking lot. Then meet downtown, in the parking lot between the churches at 6:30 p.m., and participants will parade through town to Arrowhead Park. Everyone in costume will receive a bag of treats to take home. The parade and party are sponsored by the Inlet Youth Commission. For more information go online to www.inletny.com. — Photo courtesy of Town of Inlet

The Old Forge Library is getting into the Halloween spirit this year with a full lineup of festive events for all ages. ...
10/20/2025

The Old Forge Library is getting into the Halloween spirit this year with a full lineup of festive events for all ages. Known for its creative and community-centered celebrations, the local Halloween season is always something special, and the library is excited to be part of it.

Kicking things off are the popular Halloween-themed Grab n’ Go Kids’ Activity Bags. These free kits are filled with crafts, activities, and fun surprises for children to enjoy at home. Each bag includes materials to create 3D vampire teeth, a 3D haunted house, a Halloween hole punch activity, and busy pages such as a Halloween word find and color-by-number sheets. Perfect for ages 4 to 11, bags will be available for pickup on Friday, October 24 from 10 am to 4 pm and Saturday, October 25 from 10 am to 2 pm, while supplies last. With only 96 kits available, registration is strongly encouraged. To reserve a bag for a child, call 315-369-6008 or email [email protected].

Also on Friday, October 24, the library will host its Halloween Party from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. Families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of hands-on activities, including a candy apple station, cupcake decorating with eerie accents, a spooky trail mix station to customize a bag of Halloween-themed treats, and mask decorating. Costumes are welcome and encouraged. This event is free and open to all.

On Halloween night, Friday, October 31, the library lawn will be part of the village-wide trick-or-treating celebration. Library staff, friends, and community volunteers will be outside with treats, a cozy campfire, and goodie bags for kids. Families are welcome to stop by, warm up, and enjoy the festivities. The public restroom will also be open for costume emergencies. Those who do not typically get many trick-or-treaters at home are invited to join in. Local businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to help hand out treats and make the night extra special.

Throughout October, the library will also host Free Wednesday Night Craft Get-Togethers, each featuring a different fall-inspired project. On October 15, participants will create bubble-wrap corn. On October 22, the focus will be Diwali quilling. On October 29, attendees will craft mummy candy bowls. These gatherings are a fun and creative way to celebrate the season as a community.

The Old Forge Library looks forward to welcoming everyone this October for a season filled with creativity, community, and Halloween fun.

Pictured, Jared Swick works on a craft at last years’s Halloween Party at the Old Forge Library. — Photo courtesy of Old Forge Library

— By BETH PASHLEY, For the Express

10/19/2025

View arts center will be hosting an Open House on October 21 from 3-5 p.m. for anyone interested in joining two new programs they are launching this Fall, Kids’ Art Club and Dungeons and Dragons Club. Both clubs are open to all kids in grades 7-12 and are free to participate in. The two clubs will meet on alternating Tuesdays for the remainder of the 2025 calendar.

The Open House will showcase some of the artistic mediums and projects kids will be able to work in and allow them to ask any questions they may have. Light snacks will be provided.

Kids’ Art Club will provide young creatives with a space to explore new art mediums, with the guidance of experienced creators. The program seeks to be a complement and expansion of the scholastic art classes and will allow the students to take control of their curriculum. Most projects will be guided by the individual kid, getting into mediums they want to learn, whether it’s taking their paint skills to a new level, learning how to sew a bag, screen printing, or creating chain maille jewelry, the Art Club aims to provide guidance to meet every kid’s vision. Every few weeks, View will provide an instructor to lead a group session in a new artistic medium.

The Dungeons and Dragons Club will use the fantasy role playing game to explore kids’ inner creativity and artistry. In the beginning, each kid will create their own fantastical character to embody throughout the gameplay. The bi-weekly sessions will then alternate between role playing their characters in a campaign and art projects to enhance the gameplay, including developing their characters history and backstory, creating 3D models of their characters, making costumes and set pieces, and more, that they will then use within the game.

View is located at 3273 State Route 28 in Old Forge. To learn more about View upcoming events, visit ViewArts.org, or call (315) 369-6411.

View arts center will host their annual Graveyard Groove Halloween Party on October 25 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. As alwa...
10/18/2025

View arts center will host their annual Graveyard Groove Halloween Party on October 25 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. As always, the party is free to attend and everyone over the age of 21 is welcome.

Now in its 6th year, the annual Halloween Party is a fan-favorite event at View. The evening features a cash bar with Halloween-themed specialty cocktails and the “best drink prices in town”, light appetizers, DJ Ed Tondryk, and, of course, a costume contest, with prizes awarded to the three best costumes. Due to the alcohol at the event, the party is for ages 21 and over.

View’s Halloween Party is part of its Halloweek Spooktacular, a celebration of activities to get people into the holiday spirit.

Stay tuned to ViewArts.org or call (315) 369-6411, to find out new events as they are scheduled. View is located at 3273 State Route 28 in Old Forge.

Pictured are the attendees at View’s 2024 Halloween Party. — Photo courtesy of View

Special Halloween Trivia Night at View on October 23 —

Grab your friends and family and put on your scariest thinking caps for a special Halloween-inspired Trivia Night at View arts center in Old Forge on Thursday, October 23 from 6-8 p.m..

There is no charge to participate and complimentary popcorn will be available. Drinks can be purchased at a beer and wine cash bar.

The four rounds of questions will be centered around the haunting season and anything spooky and scary.

For more information, please visit ViewArts.org or call (315) 369-64

Where I Wander: Insects are preparing for their winter diapauseThe Isabella Tiger Moth caterpillar, known as the wooly b...
10/16/2025

Where I Wander: Insects are preparing for their winter diapause

The Isabella Tiger Moth caterpillar, known as the wooly bear, may look cute or cuddly, but handling them is not advisable. They are not soft and in fact have hairs (setae) which can lodge in your hand and if you rub your eye they may became lodged in your eye. — Photograph by Joan Herrmann

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The 27th annual Roland Christy Cup Invitational golf tournament was played on September 30 at Thendara Golf Club. This i...
10/15/2025

The 27th annual Roland Christy Cup Invitational golf tournament was played on September 30 at Thendara Golf Club. This is a fundraiser for the Roland Christy Scholarship awarded annually to a graduating senior at Webb High School. Christy was a golf pro at Inlet, and the tournament originated as a friendly rivalry between Inlet and Thendara GC. It more recently has become an invitational to benefit the scholarship fund. The winning team this year, pictured with the Christy Cup, is Martha and Steve Kirsche, Lowell Siefert, and Bob Phillipson. — Photo submitted

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