The Circa 1729 will be open for the spring/summer 2026 season every Saturday from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. for guided tours. Come and enjoy this museum that spans close to 300 years of history in the beautiful Mohawk Valley.
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Plant Club
Welcome to Plant Club hosted by The Boho Dinosaur’s Greenery!
Join us and improve your jungle keeping skills by learning through hands on experience. Beginner friendly!
Each month members will receive a 4″ or 6″ plant. We will repot the plants together, and review the plant’s anatomy and proper care techniques for the best success!
During our meeting, members are encouraged to bring a plant (or a picture) that you are struggling with, have questions about, or needs a repot. We will check out the plant together and help diagnose any issues.
Plant Club Members get these perks:
-1 free repot per month (up to 8″ in size, discount for larger sizes)
-free houseplant coaching during our meetings
-10% off all plant purchases
-extras, samples, and other goodies at each meeting
-planty friends!
We will meet monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
You are signing up for June only! We will eventually have a subscription plan.
$35
Mohawk Valley Chorus presents “Listen to the Music”
Come enjoy an afternoon of popular tunes and contemporary songs, all performed by the Mohawk Valley Chorus at their annual pops concert! David M. Rossi directs MVC in “Listen to the Music”; Luanne Hawk is our accompanist.
Selections include Philip Kern’s foot-tapping arrangement of Louis Prima’s “Sing, Sing, Sing”; Eric William Barnum’s haunting “The Stars Stood Up in the Air,” based on a poem by Thomas MacDonaugh (1878-1916); Rodgers & Hart’s “Johnny One Note,” from the musical “Babes in Arms”; “Let the River Run,” composed by Carly Simon; and the Doobie Brothers’ classic “Listen to the Music,” written by Tom Johnston.
Concert date is Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 3 pm, at Amsterdam High School.
Tickets are $20 general admission; $15 for senior citizens/students; and free for children age 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance from any chorus member.
For more information, see our Facebook page; or contact us at mohawkvalleychorusinfo@gmail.com or 518-573-7799.
(NOTE: OUR WEBSITE IS UNDER RENOVATION)
Pooch Plunge!
On Aug 23rd (Rain Date the 24th) the Veterans Park Swimming pool in Amsterdam is literally going to the Dogs! It is the annual fundraiser for the Montgomery County SPCA pooch plunge. For a donation of $20.00 you get to bring your dog for a refreshing dip to beat the heat, or just a light cool off in a sprinkler.
Want to just watch all the fun and mayhem? Bring a chair or a blanket and get a “Cats-eye seat” for just a $5 spectator donation. Of course, you might want to partake of the delicious concessions from Monty’s!
Mohawk Valley Chorus classics concert: “REQUIEM – WHAT REMAINS IS LOVE” by Amsterdam composer Maria Riccio Bryce
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.
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).