Community Calendar

Join Museum Educators weekly, June - August 2026, for artmaking activities for all ages inspired by the American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell exhibition. Explore the galleries and then get creative. Everyone is welcome.

For more information, visit https://www.nrm.org/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=795&hide_subsequent_recurrences=1

The beloved Basilica Farm & Flea Market returns for a two day bazaar featuring hand-crafted goods, local farm-fresh foods, and wonderful art by makers from our community.

The market features a carefully-selected variety of makers, collectors and farmers that harnesses the spirit and beauty of the Hudson Valley.

Summer Market will take place July 4th & 5th , open 10-5 both Saturday & Sunday.

For Summer Market support independent businesses on *Independence Day* and enjoy popsicles , handmade summer dresses , farm veggie bounty and juicy cocktails.

NO PETS

NO STROLLERS

The annual Gas Up exposition of antique and vintage vehicles, tools, and machinery takes place in Gallupville, New York on June 13, 14, 20, and 21 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. Step into the past and enjoy this free and family friendly event.

While attending you may enjoy watching the old steam powered sawmill at work, take in an antique tractor pulled hayride, savor a dish of made-on-site ice cream, or watch a parade of antique vehicles on Sundays at 2. There are also many displays of 20th century farm, household, and industry items and collections for your viewing pleasure.

Catering from BBQ Delights is available for purchase onsite.

This enjoyable and educational event is free and open to the public. Gas Up is held annually two weekends in June. Approximately thirty-five miles west of Albany in Schoharie County, plenty of free parking available. 130 Murphy Road, Gallupville, New York 12157. No pets please.

For more information visit our facebook group facebook.com/gasup, see our website https://www.thegasup.org/, or email us at gasup67@gmail.com. President Frank Beretz, 518/265-4620.

Free with admission
Outdoor public reading & Outdoor Music is free for those not entering the Museum

In collaboration with W. E. B. Du Bois Freedom Center, Norman Rockwell Museum will celebrate American independence and democracy with a special day of programming. Listen to a public recitation of the Declaration of Independence read by Berkshire County community residents and civic leaders. Reading will be introduced by Roberta McCulloch-Dews, Vice Chair, Norman Rockwell Board of Trustees and Marcus P. Smith, Du Bois Freedom Center, History and Interpretive Fellow.

Enjoy live music by performers Wanda Houston and Robert Putnam and folk singer Doug Mishkin. Visitors can experience Norman Rockwell’s iconic paintings exploring themes of freedom and civil rights and reflect on what these ideals mean today, as well as make their own art to celebrate America’s birthday.

Spotlight Gallery Talks: 10:15 am, 11:00 am, 11:45 am, 12:15 pm (Spanish), 3 pm, and 3:30 pm.

Pop up Music by Doug Mishkin – Four Freedoms Gallery: 10:30 am to 12:15 pm

Community Reading of Declaration – 1 pm Terrace

Music by Wanda Houston and Robert Putnam immediately after Reading- Terrace

Drop-in July 4th Artmaking Activities – Terrace

Free with admission. Public reading and afternoon music is open to everyone. Picnic lunches are available for purchase at the Museum’s Terrace Café and visitors are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and enjoy the grounds all day.

For more information, visit https://www.nrm.org/events/we-hold-these-truths-july-4th-at-norman-rockwell-museum/

Springfield, NY Celebrates AMERICA 250!

Join us in Springfield Center for a special celebration in honor of the 250th anniversary of America’s Declaration of Independence on Saturday, July 4th, 2026!
The festivities begin at 11:00am with Springfield’s 112th annual 4th of July Parade themed “AMERICA 250”.
Follow the parade to the community center for a patriotic celebration with music by the Cooperstown Community Band, Brooks’ chicken barbecue, hot dogs, homemade pie, Springfield Historical Society Open House, raffles, face painting, and more. Arrive early for free parking at the Springfield Community Center, located at 129 County Rd 29A in Springfield Center, NY.
Then head to Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, for an evening concert with Spike and the Boys starting at 7:30pm, followed by a spectacular FIREWORKS display.
Springfield…the place to be on the 4th of July!

For more information email springfield.july4@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook

Special thanks to the Glimmerglass Festival, the Otsego County Events Grant Program, the Community Foundation of Otsego County, the New York State 250th Commemoration Commission, and all of our local supporters!

Join Museum Educators weekly, June - August 2026, for artmaking activities for all ages inspired by the American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell exhibition. Explore the galleries and then get creative. Everyone is welcome.

For more information, visit https://www.nrm.org/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=795&hide_subsequent_recurrences=1

The beloved Basilica Farm & Flea Market returns for a two day bazaar featuring hand-crafted goods, local farm-fresh foods, and wonderful art by makers from our community.

The market features a carefully-selected variety of makers, collectors and farmers that harnesses the spirit and beauty of the Hudson Valley.

Summer Market will take place July 4th & 5th , open 10-5 both Saturday & Sunday.

For Summer Market support independent businesses on *Independence Day* and enjoy popsicles , handmade summer dresses , farm veggie bounty and juicy cocktails.

NO PETS

NO STROLLERS

The Lebanon Valley Historical Society hosts a community picnic from 12:00 - 3:00 on Sunday, July 5th
There will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence, music by Martha von Schilgen of Revolutionary era tunes with a description of their origins, Wally Stock will play patriotic songs on his 1907 Victrola machine.
Bowey the Clown will create balloon masterpieces and there will be face painting.
The Star-Spangled Banner will be sung by all who want to join in.
There will be plenty of refreshments
Bring a favorite dish or dessert to share.

To celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday, the Vermont Symphony Orchestra hits the road with Summer Festival Tour: America 250, bringing music to communities across the Green Mountain State. There’s nothing quite like a balmy July evening in the Vermont outdoors, especially when the state’s orchestra performs beloved favorites like Morton Gould’s American Salute (based on “When Johnny Comes Marching Home”), Aaron Copland’s Hoe-Down from Rodeo, a lively selection of music by John Williams and John Philip Sousa, and more. Music Director Andrew Crust invites you to bring a picnic blanket and relax under sunny skies to enjoy this cherished annual tradition.

What To Bring: A picnic blanket or folding chairs, sunscreen & sunglasses, insect repellant, water, and comfortable layers.

Food & Beverages: Patrons are welcome to bring their own food and drink.

Seating: Seating is picnic-style and on a first come, first served basis. Chairs and blankets are permitted. There are designated, well-marked areas for blankets, low-back chairs and high-back chairs. These areas reflect our seating policy to guarantee each concert-attendee a view of the stage.

Join us this summer for an exciting, new, all-day youth program combining the considerable strengths and history of the Hudson River Maritime Museum, now in its 47th year! The HRMM Voyager Program offers a truly unique, multi-activity, hands-on opportunity for young participants. Open to all skill levels, our Seafarers (9-12 years old) and Navigators (13-17 years old) will spend each day sailing for three hours, practicing boat building and woodworking for 90 minutes, and participating in other STEAM activities involving history, crafts, games, and tours on our solar tour boat Solaris, all while fostering learning, friendship, and adventure. Seafarers and Navigators will come together for a mid-day lunch onshore. The program is led by professional woodworkers, museum educators, and US Sailing Certified Instructors who help participants explore how STEAM principles apply in the woodshop and on the water. Classes are held rain or shine each day they are scheduled. We sail in light rain, but if thunderstorms threaten we stay ashore and do other activities.