Thanks for the tour and it’s a crabapple at the back of the bullpen. One day it will be descended on by robins or if you’re lucky cedar waxwings. They will clean it off in a matter of hours.. oh yes and cardinals.
Thanks Will, for another lovely tribute to local attractions successfully resurrected by dedicated small town residents.
Downtown Hudson Falls certainly deserves a rebirth of the arts, as well as easily accessible stores for food, clothing, pharmacy needs, and safe walking spaces for their area seniors and other age groups.
Saving up babysitting $$ to buy a teen Pendleton clothing item, displayed in the corner Penders’ store window, was quite a treat back in the ‘60’s!
On a far darker note, I’ve often imaged a reserved GITMO prison cell, without windows, A/C, or internet access for the ex-Prez…with a 9/11 terrorist as his room mate. 👹
Having been stationed at Guantanamo Bay for a year back in the ‘70’s, it gets mighty hot down there at high noon.
A lovely column, Will! I live quite a ways from Glens Falls but you remind me to appreciate the fabulous places in Troy, Schenectady, Rensselaer, etc. we are blessed!
Love the Strand and a BIG thank you to the folks who have resurrected it.
There’s some great talent performing at that venue and just enough variety so that over the course of just a few weeks there will inevitably be something “ on stage” for everyone.
One note of caution...there are times when “ the house” finds it necessary to blast the sound of performing well above 90db. On occasion I’ve looked around wondering if others in attendance took note that the sound being blasted was ear shattering. At times I noticed folks in the audience covering their ears and some were wearing ear protection “plugs”. Huh? What’s that about.? Why not just adjust the sound system to an appropriate level? I inquired after one performance that was especially “ ear excruciating “ and with a smile the Strand volunteer said “ Oh yes....quite a few people mention the sound system is too loud....that’s why we pass out free ear plugs!”
I’m told if you prefer not to wear ear protection during extremely loud Strand performances.....the memory of a great show favorably lingers for a few weeks and the ringing in your ears eventually subsides as well in about a week! LOL
Wonderful article. No politics. Ringo seems extraordinarily well behaved. Are you some how related to THE Dr. John Dolittle who lived in Hugh Lofting's head (and still does in mine)?
The Strand is marvelous. And it’s marvelous in large part because of Jonathan.
Wonderful article. I can’t wait to visit Hudson Falls and The Strand Theater.
Sincere thanks Will for the ray of sunshine you warm me with on my Sunday mornings. We truly do have many simple things in our region to appreciate.
Thanks for the tour and it’s a crabapple at the back of the bullpen. One day it will be descended on by robins or if you’re lucky cedar waxwings. They will clean it off in a matter of hours.. oh yes and cardinals.
Thanks Will, for another lovely tribute to local attractions successfully resurrected by dedicated small town residents.
Downtown Hudson Falls certainly deserves a rebirth of the arts, as well as easily accessible stores for food, clothing, pharmacy needs, and safe walking spaces for their area seniors and other age groups.
Saving up babysitting $$ to buy a teen Pendleton clothing item, displayed in the corner Penders’ store window, was quite a treat back in the ‘60’s!
On a far darker note, I’ve often imaged a reserved GITMO prison cell, without windows, A/C, or internet access for the ex-Prez…with a 9/11 terrorist as his room mate. 👹
Having been stationed at Guantanamo Bay for a year back in the ‘70’s, it gets mighty hot down there at high noon.
Between Bella and Ringo, your descriptions are just plain...totally sweet. Always wonderful to hear what the three of you are managing to do.
A lovely column, Will! I live quite a ways from Glens Falls but you remind me to appreciate the fabulous places in Troy, Schenectady, Rensselaer, etc. we are blessed!
The Strand Theatre is an added gem to our community. How fortunate we are.
Heartwarming...thanks!
Love the Strand and a BIG thank you to the folks who have resurrected it.
There’s some great talent performing at that venue and just enough variety so that over the course of just a few weeks there will inevitably be something “ on stage” for everyone.
One note of caution...there are times when “ the house” finds it necessary to blast the sound of performing well above 90db. On occasion I’ve looked around wondering if others in attendance took note that the sound being blasted was ear shattering. At times I noticed folks in the audience covering their ears and some were wearing ear protection “plugs”. Huh? What’s that about.? Why not just adjust the sound system to an appropriate level? I inquired after one performance that was especially “ ear excruciating “ and with a smile the Strand volunteer said “ Oh yes....quite a few people mention the sound system is too loud....that’s why we pass out free ear plugs!”
I’m told if you prefer not to wear ear protection during extremely loud Strand performances.....the memory of a great show favorably lingers for a few weeks and the ringing in your ears eventually subsides as well in about a week! LOL
Wonderful article. No politics. Ringo seems extraordinarily well behaved. Are you some how related to THE Dr. John Dolittle who lived in Hugh Lofting's head (and still does in mine)?
Yes, the Strand is a gem as is Jon. Glad you got a tour with Bella anda Ringo!
Love your Sunday pieces, Will. Thank you.