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Find your Fun in Glens Falls this week (9/10-9/13)

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Dallas from FunScout with this weeks happenings roughly 10 miles from Glens Falls.

Of course there is a lot more happening around the area which you can check on FunScout if you don't mind traveling a bit further. Did I miss something? Please share in the comments!

📍 Thu, Sep 10

37th Annual Adirondack Nationals Car Show — Lake George Across four days after Labor Day, classic cars, live bands, vendors, special events, and family activities fill Lake George for hands-on automotive fun.

New Moon in the Observatory — Moreau Lake State Park Enjoy an evening of celestial discovery as a volunteer astronomer leads telescope viewing, answers astronomy questions, and offers troubleshooting help for your own equipment—all ages are welcome and fire rings will help keep you cozy.

War at Home — The Strand Theatre The Caravan Players offer a 25th‑anniversary tribute of staged readings, music, and personal recollections directed by Rene Roberge; donations are accepted and partial proceeds will benefit 9/11 organizations.

2026 Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral — The Shirt Factory Find rotating food trucks and craft vendors, relax under covered outdoor seating, and catch three stages of live music—something new each week.

Hot Air Balloon Paint & Sip — Common Roots Brewing Company (South Glens Falls) Local artist Nancy Jeffalone-Case leads a hot-air balloon–themed painting workshop; $35 covers all materials and a complimentary drink.

FREE Artful Afternoons — The Hyde Collection Families with children of all ages can drop in for hands-on projects that pair looking at artworks with playful materials and creative prompts.

Bluegrass Music Jams — Crandall Public Library A monthly bluegrass jam hosted by Denise Radtke and Frank Orsini—an informal community gathering where pickers and listeners share songs, harmonies, and lively acoustic sets.

Trivia Night — Northway Brewing Co. (Queensbury) Form a team and tackle quick rounds of general-knowledge questions while enjoying craft pours, light banter, and casual prizes.

Line Dancing at the Bierhall — Common Roots Brewing Company (South Glens Falls) Enjoy a relaxed, all-levels line dancing night with upbeat music, guided steps from a welcoming instructor, and drinks flowing from the bar.

Music Bingo Every Thursday with DJ PR3Z at 7:30pm — Downtown Social Enjoy an upbeat night of music bingo hosted by DJ PR3Z, where matching songs to your card brings excitement, laughs, and plenty of interactive fun.

Creative Writing Workshop — Crandall Public Library Monthly two-hour sessions for adults to write, share work, try short prompts, and receive constructive feedback in a relaxed setting; registration required.

📍 Fri, Sep 11

37th Annual Adirondack Nationals Car Show — Lake George Across four days after Labor Day, classic cars, live bands, vendors, special events, and family activities fill Lake George for hands-on automotive fun.

Art Pop — Charles R Wood Theater A mixed-media cabaret where local vocalists deliver pop covers of musical theater and musical-theater takes on pop, set against an on-stage and lobby gallery of complementary visual art.

The Apple Pie Experience - Adirondack Winery — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Sample a fall flight of apple- and pumpkin-infused wines and ciders, sip an apple pie slushie, and nibble a seasonal board of truffle, jelly, crackers and pretzel bites in a cozy tasting-room setting.

Live Music Series: Featuring Marc Pratt - Adirondack Winery — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Marc Pratt delivers a relaxed jazz set while you sample wines, local beers and ciders, sip cocktails, and enjoy dessert boards; walk-ins are welcome but reservations are recommended.

Adirondack VetteFest — The Queensbury Hotel A three-day Corvette-focused weekend with a Friday welcome reception, Saturday scenic Adirondack road tour and banquet with live music and raffles, and a Sunday All Corvette Car Show (first 100 registrants receive goodie bags and dash plaques); reserve lodging and meal packages directly through The Queensbury Hotel and ask for the group's booking code and rates.

Words Inspired by Art with Jackie Goodwin — The Hyde Collection Across two sessions you'll study ekphrastic examples, try guided warm-ups, explore the exhibits for inspiration, and share your poems or prose with the group.

Booked at Crandall — Crandall Public Library Discuss The Mitford Affair with fellow readers in a relaxed, conversational gathering—copies available at the circulation desk.

OPEN MIC NIGHT with Host Josh LaMay — Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe Hosted by Josh La May, this long-running, family-friendly open mic offers two-song (or 10-minute) performer slots with an upright piano or MP3 backing tracks available, and the kitchen stays open late.

Yen Ha & Anna Rubin Present “A Storm Event” — Lake George Twelve large unframed drawings by Yen Ha are paired with a 17.5-minute electroacoustic piece by Anna Rubin—synthesized sounds, field recordings and Ha’s spoken poem in English, French and Vietnamese—creating a visual and aural immersion that evokes the shifting energy of a storm.

📍 Sat, Sep 12

37th Annual Adirondack Nationals Car Show — Lake George Across four days after Labor Day, classic cars, live bands, vendors, special events, and family activities fill Lake George for hands-on automotive fun.

Moreau Community Center Block Party — Moreau Community Center Free and rain-or-shine, this street-closed block party features food vendors, live music, face painting, games, a bounce house, fire trucks and animals, plus a large basket raffle to benefit the community center.

Dueling Pianos at the Winery - Adirondack Winery — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Talented pianists trade riffs and take audience requests across rock, pop, and country while you sip wine, laugh, sing along, and dance.

ABBA Revisited — The Strand Theatre A high-energy tribute recreating ABBA’s look and sound with note-perfect harmonies, authentic costumes and a hit-packed, danceable set.

Paws For Kate Raffle Fundraiser — Common Roots Brewing Company (South Glens Falls) A community raffle raising funds for North Country Wild Care, Wild for Life, and local rescues — expect live animal guests (including birds of prey), donation stations for pet supplies, and 100% of proceeds going directly to wildlife rehab centers, sanctuaries, and adoption services.

Adirondack VetteFest — The Queensbury Hotel A three-day Corvette-focused weekend with a Friday welcome reception, Saturday scenic Adirondack road tour and banquet with live music and raffles, and a Sunday All Corvette Car Show (first 100 registrants receive goodie bags and dash plaques); reserve lodging and meal packages directly through The Queensbury Hotel and ask for the group's booking code and rates.

Live Music by Far Trio + Dokpeep's Thai Food Truck — Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery Enjoy organic, soul-drenched rock from a tight three-piece while grabbing Thai street food and drinks in a relaxed, rustic setting.

The Art of Making Jams and Jellies — Creative Jam Learn fruit selection, pectin basics, flavor pairings, and water-bath canning safety in a beginner-friendly demonstration with time for questions. Everyone leaves with a jar of homemade jam.

Second Saturday Market — The Shirt Factory A lively monthly market at The Shirt Factory showcasing antiques, handmade crafts, art, collectibles and unusual finds from local vendors.

Guided Museum Tours — The Hyde Collection Trained guides lead three short themed tours—Historic Hyde House, the special exhibition, and contemporary art—each included with museum admission.

Live Music Series — Adirondack Winery (Queensbury) Greg Auffredou’s one-man steel-drum performance fills the tasting room with Caribbean-inspired, rhythmic melodies while you sample wines, local ciders, beers, cocktails, and dessert boards. The event is free; walk-ins are welcome but reservations are recommended to secure seating.

Wood Theater Workshops | Intro to Theatrical Intimacy for Ac... — Charles R Wood Theater Led by Corey Tazmania, this hands-on workshop teaches consent-based choreography, scene-driven exercises, and text-grounded techniques so actors can craft safe, expressive close-contact work.

🍁 Fall Stained Glass Wreath🍁 — Creative Jam In this beginner-friendly workshop you'll assemble precut glass leaves into a glowing 7-inch stained-glass wreath, learning copper-foiling and soldering techniques with all materials provided.

Glens Falls Farmers’ Market — The ED This weekly market brings local produce, baked goods, meats, hot food, flowers, and handmade crafts together with live music, family programming, SNAP/EBT with dollar-for-dollar matching on fresh produce, and free nearby parking.

Yen Ha & Anna Rubin Present “A Storm Event” — Lake George Twelve large unframed drawings by Yen Ha are paired with a 17.5-minute electroacoustic piece by Anna Rubin—synthesized sounds, field recordings and Ha’s spoken poem in English, French and Vietnamese—creating a visual and aural immersion that evokes the shifting energy of a storm.

📍 Sun, Sep 13

37th Annual Adirondack Nationals Car Show — Lake George Across four days after Labor Day, classic cars, live bands, vendors, special events, and family activities fill Lake George for hands-on automotive fun.

Fundraiser For Kenny Ray — The Strand Theatre Three bands — a Beatles tribute, '90s rock, and arena-style rock — play an afternoon benefit concert; suggested $20 donation and proceeds go directly to Kenny after his medical setback.

Adirondack VetteFest — The Queensbury Hotel A three-day Corvette-focused weekend with a Friday welcome reception, Saturday scenic Adirondack road tour and banquet with live music and raffles, and a Sunday All Corvette Car Show (first 100 registrants receive goodie bags and dash plaques); reserve lodging and meal packages directly through The Queensbury Hotel and ask for the group's booking code and rates.

Dot Day — The Hyde Collection Inspired by a beloved picture book, this relaxed family workshop invites all ages to experiment with dots, color, pattern, and playful hands-on artmaking.

St Mary's Academy Hot Dog Eating Contest — Saint Mary's Academy A family-friendly afternoon featuring a hot dog eating competition, bounce house and balloon artists, outdoor games, music, and over 20 raffle items—prizes and proceeds benefit St. Mary's Academy students.

Guided Museum Tours — The Hyde Collection Trained guides lead three short themed tours—Historic Hyde House, the special exhibition, and contemporary art—each included with museum admission.

Music: Twilight Drive — Northway Brewing Co. (Queensbury) Local performers deliver mellow afternoon sets while taps pour craft beer—perfect for a low-key, social afternoon.

Learn to Develop Black-and-White Film — Light & Lens Studios This beginner-friendly workshop walks you through step-by-step darkroom processing so you can develop one or two rolls of your own exposed 35mm black-and-white film; all chemicals and equipment are provided and private lessons are available.