Friday, February 17 at 6 PM
Indian Lake Central School Gym 6345 NYS Route 30 Indian Lake
Saturday, February 18, 2023– SNOCADE KICK OFF
7 – 10AM BREAKFAST at Indian Lake Volunteer Fire Department (ILVFD) with choice of eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, home fries, coffee, and juice.
10 – 11AM ICE LANTERN WORKSHOP The Library will demonstrate how to create beautiful lanterns from water, snow, and ice. Several samples will be available to view, and participants will have access to materials they can use to make their own lantern at home. Participants will be encouraged to display their finished creations at the annual “Light Up the Library” party Wednesday 2/22 at 6:00PM.
10AM – 2:30PM FRIENDS OF THE INDIAN LAKE LIBRARY BOOK & BAKE SALE located at Indian Lake Town Hall located at 117 Pelon Road.
11:30AM – 8PM LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS at Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern & Liquor Store located at 6296 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5115
4 – 7PM HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIAL at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5341
4 – 8 PM BAKED POTATOE DINNER at American Legion sponsored by Snowarriors.
Saturday, February 18 through Saturday, February 25
6132 NYS Rte 28 Town of Indian Lake Welcome Center Indian Lake 12842
Sunday, February 19, 2023
7 – 11AM BREAKFAST at Indian Lake Volunteer Fire Department with choice of eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, home fries, coffee, and juice.
10AM – 2:30PM FRIENDS OF THE INDIAN LAKE LIBRARY BOOK & BAKE SALE located at Indian Lake Town Hall located at 117 Pelon Road.
11:30AM – 8PM LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS at Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern & Liquor Store located at 6296 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5115
Noon – 4PM KITTY KAT SNOWMOBILE RACES at Indian Lake Little League Field on Benton Road.
4 – 7PM HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIAL at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5341
7PM FAMILY FEUD at the Indian Lake Theater. More details to follow.
Sunday, February 19
Monday, February 20, 2023
10AM COLD WATER RESCUE DEMONSTRATION at the Water Department on Chain Lakes Road. ILVFD and NYS DEC will demonstrate how to rescue a person or animal from cold water (WEATHER PERMITTING).
2PM ICE CARVING DEMONSTRATION by The Ice Farm (theicefarm.com) at the Town of Indian Lake Welcome Center located at 6132 NYS Rte. 28 Indian Lake. Be sure to check out the various ice carvings around town.
5 – 7PM DINNER SPECIAL W/FREE DRINK at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5341
Monday, February 20 through Monday, February 20
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
8AM – 4PM FREE NYS SNOWMOBILE SAFETY COURSE taught by state certified instructors from the Hamilton County Sherriff Department at the Indian lake Theater located at 13 E. Main Street. Pre-registration is required, and class size may be limited. More details to follow.
10AM – 1PM ADKX MEMBER ONLY SNOWSHOE HIKE: FEE - $40
Join us for a fun winter event! Shane Holmes, ADKX I.T. Coordinator and licensed Adirondack Guide and Doreen Alessi-Holmes, ADKX Conservator and Adirondack 46’er will lead a snowshoe hike out to Minnow Pond on the ADKX’s Minnow Pond Trail! Their knowledge of- and enthusiasm for- the region will make for a truly unique and fun experience. After you return to campus, warm up, dry off and enjoy a special lunch indoors.
More info here: https://www.theadkx.org/event/adkx-member-snowshoe-hike-2023/
10:30 – 11:30 AM CRAFT & STORY HOUR at the Indian Lake Library, Today’s theme is “A Lot of Otters.” After a story about this most playful of Adirondack mammals, young visitors will make a cool otter craft to take home. This program is for families with toddlers through elementary ages. Older and younger siblings are welcome to attend too.
2 – 4PM UPCYCLED GLASS VESSEL LANTERN WORKSHOP
Using upcycled and new glass jars and bottles, participants will create frost textured lanterns illuminated with either fairy lights or tea candles. Rustic natural trimmings will be provided to put an Adirondack finishing touch to each creation. This program is for adults and teens. Registration is required to reserve materials and space for participants. Please call or stop by the Indian Lake Library (518) 648-5444.
4 – 7PM HAPPY HOUR at McSweeney’s Irish Pub located at 6303 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5832.
5 – 7PM DINNER SPECIAL W/FREE DRINK at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5341.
7PM SNOCADE STARSCAPE LECTURE & OBSERVATION with Jamie Thomas at the Indian Lake Theater located at 13 E. Main Street.
Tuesday, February 21
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
11AM WINTER GUIDED HIKE Snowshoe experience exploring the two new hike/bike trails at the Ski Hut. Trail One connects the Ski Hut/Hill and meanders through the woods ending at Crow Hill Road. Trail two begins at the Ski Hut/Hill and crosses three ski hills and climbs to the top of the ski hill offering views of the High Peaks.
11:30AM – 8PM $1 OFF DRINK SPECIAL AT THE BAR ONLY at Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern & Liquor Store located at 6296 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5115
2 – 4PM SPA DAY AT THE LIBRARY Learn how to create three simple and all-natural spa treatment essentials: beeswax lip balm, fizzing bath bombs, and invigorating body scrub. The Indian Lake Library will provide all the supplies participants will need to create a great sample of pampering products to soothe winter weary skin. This program is for adults and teens and registration is required to reserve materials and space for participants. Please call or stop by the library (518) 648-5444.
5 – 7PM DINNER SPECIAL W/FREE DRINK at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5341
6 – 7PM 4 TH ANNUAL “LIGHT UP THE LIBRARY” PARTY Join us at the Indian Lake Library for a family-friendly celebration of wonderful winter in Indian Lake! Outside there will be s’mores to roast and cider to enjoy while admiring the beautiful ice lanterns created by community members [Learn how to make ice lanterns Saturday Feb. 18, 10-11]. Attendees can vote for the lanterns they like best! Inside there will be stories, songs, activities for kids, a scavenger hunt, and take and make craft kits. Registration is not required, but an RSVP is appreciated to help us prep kits and snacks, please call (518) 648-5444.
Wednesday, February 22
Thursday, February 23, 2023
10:30 – 11:30AM CRAFT & STORY HOUR at the Indian Lake Library Today’s theme is “The Snow Globe Family.” After a story about two snow loving families, young visitors will make a snow globe ornament to take home. This program is for families with toddlers through elementary ages. Older and younger siblings are welcome to attend, although an alternative craft may be given if we run out of snow globes; our toddler and elementary friends will be given priority.
11:30AM – 8PM LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS at Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern & Liquor Store located at 6296 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5115
Noon – 4PM HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES A Time to Remember Carriage & Sleigh Rides. Location TBD.
1 – 3PM SENSORY SNOWSHOEING - FEE: $8 - $10
Certified Forest & Nature Therapy Guides Helene Gibbens and Suzanne Weirich will introduce you to the wellness practice of Forest Bathing. Discover how engaging all your senses, sight, smell, taste, touch and hearing leads to mindfulness and relaxation, effortlessly. Get up close to nature to rekindle your sense of playfulness and wonder at nature’s beauty. A great family activity! Suitable for children 6 years and up. This two-hour guided experience will take place on gentle terrain. We will end with a cup of wild tea and a brief discussion of how to take this wellness practice home for ongoing health benefits such as reducing stress, anxiety, and blood pressure, as well as boosting your immune system’s ability to fight infection. Pre-registration is required. A limited number of snowshoes will be available to borrow. In the case of severe weather, the event will be rescheduled. Please wear sturdy shoes and warm clothing. Hats, gloves, and scarves are recommended. $10/person for non-members. $8/person for ADKX members. More info here: https://www.theadkx.org/event/sensory-snowshoeing/
2 – 4PM PAPER FLOWER WORKSHOP FROM UPCYCLED BOOKS Participants will learn the art of making paper roses from upcycled book pages and brighten their winter décor with dreams of spring around the corner. All supplies will be provided. This program is for adults and teens; and registration is required to reserve materials and space for participants; please call or stop by the Indian Lake Library (518) 648- 5444.
5 – 7PM DINNER SPECIAL W/FREE DRINK at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30 (518) 648-5341.
7PM CHALICE OF MALICE – A MURDER MYSTERY EVENT produced by Gem Radio, sponsored by The Town of Indian Lake, at the Indian Lake Theater located at 13 E. Main Street. More details to follow.
Thursday, February 23
Friday, February 24, 2023
10:30 – 11:15AM SUPER FUN STORY TIME at the Indian Lake Library
Join us for our regularly scheduled baby and toddler story time fun! As always, older siblings are welcome to join in too. We have stories, songs, and activities to encourage learning through play and community. This week’s theme will be “Fun in the Snow” with a big snowy sensory bin full of artic animals, a snow person puppet station, and a (gentle) indoor snowball toss to work on those motor skills.
11:30 – 8PM LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS at Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern & Liquor Store located at 6296 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5115
1 – 4 PM CARDBOARD SLED & KAYAK RACES at Ski Hill/Hut with cookies and hot cocoa after the event. Sleds must be made with cardboard, paint, wax, and tape. Kayaks may be decorated in a similar style. Prizes for sled/kayak include Fastest, Best Effort, Best Design, and Best Wipe Out per age division. All ages welcome. Please note pre-registration is required to determine age divisions by calling (518) 648-5828 or development@indianlakeadk.com no later than 2/17/2023 by 3PM. If you are unable to pre-register, you must arrive at the Ski Hut between Noon and 12:30 PM to register otherwise entries will not be accepted.
4 – 7PM HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIAL at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5341.
5PM PAINT & SIP WITH BRIANA OF BRUSHSTROKES at Mountain View Adventures Café. More details to follow. Registration will be required. (518) 648-5120 located at 6627 NYS Rte. 30.
Friday, February 24
Saturday, February 25, 2023 – SNOCADE GRAND FINALE DAY
5 – 7AM SNOCADE BREAKFAST SANDWICH & BAIT SPECIAL at Mountain View Adventures Café located at 6627 NYS Rte. 30. Grab a sandwich and bait before you head out for the Fishing Derby. (518) 648-5120
7AM– 3PM – ICE FISHING DERBY ON LAKE ADIRONDACK (NEW LOCATION!) (Route 30) sponsored by Indian Lake/Blue Mountain Lake Fish & Game Association. Registration information available online at www.indianlakefishandgame.com or www.indianlakeadk.com.
10AM – 4PM INDIAN LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SNOCADE CRAFT FAIR at the Indian Lake Central School located at 6345 NYS Rte 30. Call (518) 648-5112
11:30AM – 8PM LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS at Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern & Liquor Store located at 6296 NYS Rte. 30. (518) 648-5115
Noon– 3PM SNOWARRIORS MEET & GREET on Lewey Lake, Route 30.
4 – 7PM SNOCADE GRAND FINALE EVENT featuring live music at the Ski Hut/Hill with Tim Rodrique and Norm Allen while you enjoy complimentary ice skating, bonfire, hot cocoa bar, s’mores, glow necklaces and more! Followed by FIREWORKS!!!!
4 – 7PM HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIAL at The Bear Trap located at 6453 NYS Rte. 30 (518) 648-5341.
Saturday, February 25 through Saturday, February 25
More details to follow. Sponsored by Snowarriors.
Saturday, March 18
More details to follow!
Wednesday, May 3 through Wednesday, May 3 at 9 AM
Townwide
More details to follow.
Thursday, May 25 through Monday, May 29
The gravel grinder starts in Indian lake this year.
More details to follow. Visit the official website: http://blackflychallenge.com/
Saturday, June 10 through Saturday, June 10 at 10 AM
Route 28/Main Street Byron Park on Adirondack Lake Indian Lake
Saturday, July 1 through Saturday, July 1
https://soundcloud.com/willieplaymoreband/sets/willie-playmore-band-demo-2015
Saturday, July 15 through Saturday, July 15 at 7 PM
Saturday, July 29 through Saturday, July 29 at 7 PM
Saturday, August 12 through Saturday, August 12 at 7 PM
More details to follow
Friday, August 18 through Sunday, August 20
Saturday, August 26 through Saturday, August 26 at 7 PM
Stop by the Blue Mountain Lake Beach and watch the paddlers race to the beach as they land in Blue and return to the water the next day at Long Lake
https://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/the-90-miler/
Russ Ford and Karrie Thomas paddle on Fish Creek Pond during the 90-Miler. Images by Mike Lynch Photography
Friday, September 8 at 12 PM
Blue Mountain Lake Beach
More information to follow
Saturday, September 9 through Sunday, September 10 at 10 AM
Rtes 28/30 Blue Mountain Lake
More information will follow.
Wednesday, September 13 through Sunday, September 17 at 9 AM
Rtes 28 and 30 Indian Lake and Blue Mountain Lake
More details to follow.
Saturday, September 16
More details to follow.
Friday, September 22 through Sunday, September 24
More details to follow.
Saturday, September 23 at 2 PM
The Town of Indian Lake Welcome Center 6132 NYS Rte. 28
More details to follow.
Friday, November 24 through Saturday, November 25
