The Mohawk Valley Chorus concludes its 90th anniversary season with a performance of “REQUIEM: What Remains Is Love” by Amsterdam composer Maria Riccio Bryce, under the direction of David M. Rossi. Concert date is Sunday, May 18th at 3 pm, at St. Ann’s Episcopal Church in Amsterdam. $20 general admission; $15 senior citizens/students; children age 12 and under free. Tickets available from any chorus member and at the door. Audience members are invited to a light reception following the performance in the church hall.
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Callanan Industries Community Day
Join Us for Callanan Community Day at Pattersonville Quarry – May 3, 2025!
Get ready for a fun-filled, family-friendly day at Callanan Industries’ Pattersonville Quarry! Bring your friends and family to experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our quarry operations, explore massive heavy equipment, and take a guided tour of our site.
Enjoy FREE food, FREE ice cream, and exciting kids’ activities while discovering the many career and industry opportunities in construction, mining, and materials production.
What to Expect:
• Quarry Tours – See our operations up close!
• Heavy Equipment Showcase – Get an up-close look at powerful machinery.
• Kids’ Activities – Fun for all ages!
• Networking & Industry Insights – Learn about career paths and opportunities.
• Delicious Food & Ice Cream – Enjoy a great day out!
This FREE community event is open to all – just RSVP to let us know you’re coming!
• Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
• Location: Callanan Industries – Pattersonville Quarry `–401 State Highway 5S, Amsterdam NY 12010.
Don’t miss this exciting day of learning, fun, and exploration!
Mohawk Valley Chorus pops concert – “As Long As I Have Music”
When David M. Rossi, director of the Mohawk Valley Chorus, asked his predecessor, John Nethaway, to be guest co-conductor for MVC’s upcoming 90th anniversary pops concert, Nethaway graciously accepted the invitation.
Rossi and Nethaway are joining forces for “As Long as I Have Music,” on Sunday, March 9th, at 3 pm at Amsterdam High School. Accompanying the chorus are pianists Luanne Hawk and Kimberly Nethaway, bass player Randy Jennings, percussionist Russ Meyer and French horn player Paula Mroz.
The concert features a variety of jazz, show and gospel tunes, as well as some perennial MVC favorites.
Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for senior citizens and students. There is no charge for children ages 12 and under. Tickets are available in advance from chorus members and at the door.
Doors open 30 minutes before each performance.
For more information, contact us at mohawkvalleychorusinfo@gmail.com or call 518-573-7799.
Mohawk Valley Chorus holiday concert – “Swingin’ at Santa’s Place
The Mohawk Valley Chorus will kick off its 2024-2025 season with their annual holiday concert series in Johnstown (December 7th) and Amsterdam (December 8th).
David M. Rossi directs the 50-member adult choir in “Swingin’ at Santa’s Place,” with Luanne Hawk as accompanist. The MVC Kids choir, under the direction of Amanda Grab, is special guest artist.
The concert program includes arrangements of sacred Christmas carols, holiday pop standards and other seasonal tunes. Rossi will also invite audience members to join the chorus for Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus,” an MVC tradition.
Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for senior citizens and students. There is no charge for children ages 12 and under. Tickets are available in advance from chorus members and at the door before each performance: 3 p.m. Saturday, December 7, at Johnstown High School; and 3 p.m. Sunday, December 8, at Amsterdam High School.
Doors open 30 minutes before each performance.
Mohawk Valley Chorus welcoming new singers
Mohawk Valley Chorus is starting rehearsals for our 2024-2025 season on Monday, September 9th, and new singers are welcome to join! Registration is 6:30-7:00 pm at the Inman Senior Center in Amsterdam, followed by rehearsal from 7-9 pm. David Rossi is our director. More info is available on our website – www.mohawkvalleychorus.org. You can also email us at mohawkvalleychorusinfo@gmail.com or call 518-573-7799.
Mohawk Valley Chorus pops concert – “The Impossible Dream”
The Mohawk Valley Chorus presents its annual pops concert series! This year’s theme is “The Impossible Dream,” based on the beloved song from the musical ‘Man of La Mancha’.
David M. Rossi is MVC’s director; Luanne Hawk is our accompanist.
With a special performance from the Electric City Chorus.
Performances are Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 7:00 pm at Johnstown High School, 1 Sir Bills Circle, Johnstown; and Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 3:00 pm at Amsterdam High School, 140 Saratoga Avenue, Amsterdam NY. 12020.
Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for senior citizens and students. (Children, 12 and under, are free.)
Advance sale tickets can be purchased via credit card at https://www.eventcreate.com/e/mvc2024popsconcert
Tickets will also be available at the door (cash or personal check only – we can’t accept credit cards at the door).
Doors open 30 minutes before performance.
Got questions? Need more info? Contact us at MohawkValleyChorusinfo@gmail.com or (518) 573-7799 (leave message).
Putman Porch Music
Join us for another great year of Putman Porch Music at Yankee Hill Lock!
We welcome musicians and listeners to Yankee Hill Lock for this canawler experience!
An Americana Folk and Roots Music style jam session on the porch of the old Putman Canal Store happens each Thursday in June. Come play some fiddle, guitar, banjo, sing, or whatever instrument you may bring, to this lively time along the historic Erie Canal!
*Please note the 6:30pm start time for 2024*
Putman Porch Music
Join us for another great year of Putman Porch Music at Yankee Hill Lock!
We welcome musicians and listeners to Yankee Hill Lock for this canawler experience!
An Americana Folk and Roots Music style jam session on the porch of the old Putman Canal Store happens each Thursday in June. Come play some fiddle, guitar, banjo, sing, or whatever instrument you may bring, to this lively time along the historic Erie Canal!
*Please note the 6:30pm start time for 2024*
12th Annual Chili Cookoff
Want to add a little heat to this weekend? Come to the Van Alstyne Homestead Chili cook-off. Sample and judge some of the tastiest and hottest chilis from local cooks. Bring your friends and bring your appetite! We’ll also have a 50/50 drawing and be running tours of the historic Van Alstyne Homestead.
Christmas at the Fort
Join us for Christmas at the Fort – Saturday, December 7th – 11am to 5pm – Local Author Book Fair – Bookstore with Huge Sales – Museum Shop with a Selection of Handmade Colonial Toys – Period Holiday Music – Eisenadler German Beer (local Brewer) – Homemade Christmas Cookies, Refreshments and more!