Fourth of July Archives - The Gloversville Leader Herald

04 Jul

Around Town: A snapshot of the week June 27-July 4, Schenectady, Amsterdam, Johnstown, Northampton, Root, Troy — Images (10 photos)

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AROUND TOWN — Each week, our staff photographers travel the roads of our region capturing a variety of moments from our communities. Here is a compilation of some of those snapshots through the lenses of Peter R. Barber and Stan Hudy. Images in gallery below. Photos (10)

03 Jul

Northville annual Doins Festival Parade — Images (27 photos, 1 video)

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NORTHVILLE — The village of Northville hosted its annual Doins Festival to celebrate the Fourth of July on Friday and Saturday, featuring live music, vendors, fireworks and marquee Saturday event — parade down South Main Street. Take a look around with our Stan Hudy. Images in galleries below. Video: >Subscribe to us on YouTube Photos A(9) Photos B(9) Photos C (9)

30 Jun

Fort Plain Museum and Historical Park to throw 4th on the Fort this weekend

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FORT PLAIN - The Fort Plain Museum and Historical Park will be throwing a celebration of American independence this weekend.Dubbed 4th at the Fort, the inaugural event, which will run both Saturday and Sunday, will feature period reenactments, artisan crafters, hilltop tours and more, all in celebration of the upcoming Fourth of July."There is certainly a goal of education here. We want people to understand what the anniversary is about," said Norm Bollen, a chairman on the museum’s board of trustees. "It will definitely be a fun event."There will be plenty of food to enjoy throughout the weekend, including barbecue chicken,…

29 Jun

Independence Day celebrations and Tears for Fears SPAC concert among top picks – Weekend Plans

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WEEKEND PLANS – There’s no shortage of things to do in the Capital Region, whether you’re looking for live music, films, theater, games or festivals.If you’re in need of a few ideas for your weekend plans, we’ve rounded up a few of the best bets from around the area.Here’s a look at what’s going on:Independence Day celebrations and fireworks shows in Cohoes, Fort Plain, Saratoga and SchenectadyWith Fourth of July coming up, the Capital Region will not be lacking in its festivities and fireworks displays this weekend.Jumpin’ Jacks in Scotia will bring back its highly anticipated fireworks show on Friday.…

28 Jun

Annual Northville Doins Festival set for Friday, Saturday

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NORTHVILLE - The Northville Doins Festival returns this Friday and Saturday, continuing a tradition that goes back more than six decades. “It is something people come back to the community for, so it’s kind of like a homecoming,” said Mayor Sue Eckert “For people who haven’t seen each other in a long time it’s kind of a gathering.” The event, which occurs the weekend closest to the Fourth of July each year, kicks off at 5 p.m. Friday at Waterfront Park with a variety of vendors and a DJ and karaoke by Top Shelf Entertainment. “We have about 30 plus…

26 Jun

Historic Mabee Farm in Rotterdam Junction to host county’s Independence Day celebration

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Mabee Farm Historic Site will once again host the county’s Independence Day celebration, titled "4th on Third," in partnership with Schenectady County.The celebration began in 2017, and officials thought that Mabee Farm's rich history made it the perfect location for such an event. The festivities will begin at 5 p.m. on Monday at the farm.“Mabee Farm for a long time has been home to generations of Americans and patriots. Many of America’s founding values were nurtured here in Schenectady and the Mohawk Valley,” said Mary Zawacki, executive director of the Schenectady County Historical Society. "So for us and for the county and the community,…