Downtown Gloversville
Gloversville is experiencing a renaissance, and its vision includes a vibrant artist community.
Come join us in Gloversville, located in the heart of Fulton County,
and add your talents and creativity to our community!
Glove City Lofts
Applications Available
There is approximately 40 days remaining for application submissions for the new Glove City Lofts 75-unit housing located at 52 Church St., and we are eager to see as many artists as possible apply! Apply online at https://housingsearch.hcr.ny.gov/housing/s/. To apply, you’ll need to create a NY.Gov ID and complete your application through the online system. We’ve attached step-by-step instructions here to help guide you through that process. While submitting your application online is preferred, we understand that not everyone may be comfortable with that method. If you would prefer to submit a paper application, click here, or contact Kearney Development Group directly to have one sent to you. Rent and income information can be found here.
Key Dates:
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Application Deadline: August 20, 2025
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Lottery Date: September 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM
(Conducted by NYS Homes and Community Renewal.)
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to call (845) 306-7705 or email info@kearneyrealtygroup.com. Also visit this blog and the loft's website Glove City Lofts
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MATTI BRIGHT STUDIO SEETS LOCAL ARTISTS
Call for Art Submissions – “The Unveiling”
A Fall Exhibition at Matti Bright Studio
This Fall, a sacred moment unfolds…
We're opening the doors to our first-ever gallery exhibition, and we’re calling in 3 expressive, soul-led artists to help bring it to life.
Theme: The Unveiling
This show is a celebration of emergence.
It honors what is revealed when we release what no longer serves, step into our truth, and allow ourselves to be seen — raw, radiant, and real.
“The Unveiling” invites you to share work that speaks to identity, transformation, and the beauty of becoming.
Artist Details:
• 3 artist spots only – first come, first served
• Submit 3 to 5 pieces of original work
• All mediums welcome: painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, fiber, digital, etc.
• All work must be ready to hang or display
• Please include: artist name, short bio, artwork titles, dimensions, and pricing (if for sale)
Participation Fee: $55
Includes:
✓ Curation + professional setup
✓ Opening night reception & light refreshments
✓ Promotion on social media & within the studio
✓ Presence in our Fall gallery showcase for the full 3 reception run
Inspiration for the Theme – What to Explore:
Not sure what “The Unveiling” means to you? Here are some ideas to guide your creative flow:
Growth & Transformation – Personal evolution, emotional shifts, the in-between seasons of life
Nature & Symbolism – Trees shedding leaves, roots and branches, becoming bare, natural cycles
Muses & Archetypes – Your inner guide, goddess energy, masks being lifted, creative embodiment
Shadow & Light – Duality, healing, vulnerability, revealing what’s hidden
Becoming & Belonging – Self-reclamation, soul expression, identity beyond labels
Location: Matti Bright Studio – Gloversville
Opening Reception/Meet the Artists: Saturday Oct. 3rd, 4th, 5th (Times TBD)
Submission Deadline (or until spots are filled): September 8th
This is more than a show.
It’s a ceremonial beginning — for this space, for you, and for the stories ready to be witnessed.
Submit interest and images to: Mattibrightxo@gmail.com
🚨 Big news from Trust Your Gut Productions LLC! 🚨
We were hard at work in the studio this weekend recording the demo for The Ledge! 🎶 Get ready for the world premiere demo release of this exciting, ORIGINAL musical, written and performed by amazing artists right from YOUR region!
The Ledge is a brand-new show by our very own 518 local talent, Raphael Jae. You won't want to miss this!
Stay tuned for release details! 👇
📢 Announcing the 10th Anniversary SVAN Art Trail! 🎨
Get ready to celebrate a decade of art in the Sacandaga Valley as the Sacandaga Valley Arts Network (SVAN) proudly presents its 10th Anniversary SVAN Art Trail! This highly anticipated self-guided tour invites you to explore the vibrant artistic community of Fulton, Hamilton, and Saratoga counties.
Mark Your Calendars!
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Dates: Saturday, August 16th & Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
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Discover Local Talent: Take a unique journey into the creative spaces of sculptors, woodworkers, painters, weavers, photographers, glass artists, and multimedia artists.
See firsthand where inspiration strikes and how beautiful artworks come to life.
Gloversville Highlights! On Aug. 16, Gloversville locations include the Glove Gallery (Glove City Lofts) at 52 Church St., Micropolis Art Gallery (30 N. Main St.), Memorial Hall Cultural & Arts Center (40 N. Main St.), and Adirondack Stained Glass Works (29 W. Fulton St.).
Support for the Arts: The SVAN Art Trail is made possible through a generous community arts grant from the New York State Council on the Arts, with invaluable support from the Governor's office and the New York State Legislature. on't miss this fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the arts, meet talented creators, and discover unique treasures amidst the stunning scenery of the Sacandaga Valley!
Gloversville Artists Participate in Woodworking & Fine Arts Weekend
Artists from the upstate New York region, as well as local ones from Gloversville, participated in the recent Northville Rotary Club Woodworking & Fine Arts Weekend, held from July 19th to 21st. Attendees were treated to a rich selection of works from familiar Gloversville names, each bringing their distinct style and passion to the weekend. Among the prominent Gloversville artists featured were Cheryl and Tom Bielli of Mrs. B Art, whose imaginative creations consistently captivated visitors. Ashley Capobianco of Everything Rustic and Unique by Ashley impressed with her charming and personalized rustic pieces, showcasing her knack for transforming ordinary materials into extraordinary art. The intricate and heartfelt works of Pegi Knapp also drew significant attention, as did the thought-provoking contributions of Paul Petrie Jr. Doreen Smith's unique artistic perspective was evident in her compelling pieces, while Chuck Holland of Adirondack Woodspirits showcased his mastery of woodworking, with each piece telling a story inspired by nature. "It's always incredible to see the caliber of artists who come to the event, and this year, the Gloversville contingent truly stood out," remarked an event attendee. "Their participation not only enriched the weekend for our visitors but also underscored the deep well of artistic talent present right in our own backyard."
Gloversville Civic Band Kicks Off Summer 2025 Season
Summer in Gloversville truly begins when the Gloversville Civic Band fills Trail Station Park with their amazing tunes. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets and settle in for an evening of entertainment. It's a perfect family outing, too! Kids can enjoy the nearby splash pad before the show, and you can grab dinner to go from a local eatery. The summer season officially started on July 9th with additional performances slated for July 16th, July 23rd, July 30th, August 6th, and August 13th. All concerts are free to attend, though donations are gratefully accepted to support this non-profit organization. The band welcomes both professional and student musicians to perform. Important Note on Location: If there's rain or excessive heat, concerts will be moved indoors to the Lexington Campus at 127 E. State St. Donations help the Gloversville Civic Band continue its long-standing tradition of bringing music to the community. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/GloversvilleBand.
New Woodworking Exhibit at Micropolis Cooperative, Inc.
The Micropolis Cooperative Inc Art Gallery, located inside Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Inc. at 30 N. Main St., continues to a new exhibit featuring the woodworking of guest artist Jeff Meuwissen and gallery members Robert Haining and Jonathan Moore. In addition to the featured woodworkers, the gallery offers a diverse collection of artwork by Micropolis Cooperative Inc. members, including paintings, drawings, photography, fiber art, jewelry, and more. Jeff Meuwissen, a retired forester, brings his lifelong passion for woodworking to the forefront. Taught by his father, Jeff's work spans fine furniture, woodturning, woodcarving, and unique variations of intarsia. He also innovated a distinctive intarsia/stained glass style. Meuwissen's work has earned numerous awards, including "Best of Show" at the 2025 Charlotte Woodcarvers Show, the largest event of its kind in the U.S. His extensive portfolio can be viewed on his Facebook page, "JeffArt Designs," and his YouTube channel, "Jeffrey Meuwissen." Robert Haining, a recently retired scientist, infuses his woodworking with a spirit of discovery and experimentation. His love for wood was inspired by his father, while his appreciation for art came from his mother, a specialist in Native American Indian artifact forgeries. Jonathan Moore, a retired traffic engineer, began his woodworking journey in 2019. He creates a variety of turned items, from small ornaments to large platters, primarily using reclaimed wood from storm-damaged or removed trees. As he explains, "sometimes the wood blank lets me know it was a different plan."
Gloversville Community Music Presents Annual Summer Concert
Gloversville Community Music (GCM) proudly presented its annual summer concert featuring the New York-Vermont Wind Orchestra (formerly the Gloversville Wind Symphony) on July 12 at the Mayfield Central Presbyterian Church. The program, lead by conductor Joshua Thompson, showcased diverse works by renowned composers such as Charles Ives, Kimberly Osberg, Frank Ticheli, John Williams, and Eric Whitacre.
The New York-Vermont Wind Orchestra is primarily composed of music educators at all levels, college music majors, and community musicians. The summer concert also welcomed high school juniors and seniors to participate.
Gloversville Community Music is a dedicated arts organization providing a wide range of musical opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities. Located on the third floor of the historic Schine Memorial Hall at 40 N. Main St. in downtown Gloversville, GCM offers private lesson studios for students of all ages and abilities, two resident concert bands catering to musicians from high school through professional levels, and various workshops held throughout the year.
GCM is committed to fostering musical growth and partners with several community businesses and organizations to create even more opportunities for both students and professionals. Many GCM students have gone on to participate in ensembles like the Saratoga Youth Symphony.
Joshua Thompson, a Gloversville native, is the driving force behind Gloversville Community Music. As its founder and director, he's a staunch advocate for community arts. At GCM, he oversees a private teaching studio and conducts the Gloversville Wind Symphony, an ensemble featuring musicians from New York and New England. Additionally, he serves as the artistic director for the "Chamber Music at the Chamber" concert series, which has been recognized with Saratoga Arts grants in both 2017 and 2018. Beyond his contributions to GCM, Thompson holds the position of Coordinator of Instrumental Studies and Arts Recruitment at Vermont State University Castleton. His responsibilities there include conducting the Castleton Wind Symphony, leading the pit orchestra for musical productions, and instructing various courses in performance and pedagogy. He has previously held faculty roles at Hartwick College and the University of Vermont. He is also currently the music director for the Saratoga Youth Symphony.
Thompson's academic background includes degrees in music education and French horn performance from SUNY Schenectady County Community College, the College of Saint Rose, and The Hartt School. An active performer across the Northeastern United States, he has collaborated with a diverse range of ensembles and organizations. These include Albany Pro Musica, Battenkill Chorale, Berkshire Symphony Orchestra, Burlington Chamber Orchestra, Geneva Light Opera, Hartford Independent Chamber Orchestra, Hubbard Hall Opera Theater, Park Playhouse (Albany, NY), and the Schenectady Symphony Orchestra. His notable achievements include winning the solo competition at the Northeast Horn Workshop in 2011, contributing to recordings for Naxos and Johnny Vic records, and serving as a guest conductor at festivals throughout New York and New England.
Glove Cities Arts Alliance Member Spotlight
GCAA Spotlight Vol.#15 Ingrid Nichter: Ingrid graduated with a BA in art from SUNY New Paltz and exhibits throughout the Hudson Valley. She primarily creates heavily textured mixed media works on canvas and incorporates vintage materials like matchbooks from the 1940’s, postcards between strangers, mid-century psych/engineering textbooks, and hand-crocheted doilies. All of these have their own histories that then become a part of the artwork, the same way thousands of stories and lives converge/intertwine to create each lived moment.
People will often ask me what a painting is about. I generally answer by asking them what THEY see in it, partly because I want them to find their own connection to the work, and partly because that is not an easy question to answer in words. Painting is, of course, its own language. I tend to paint intuitively, so my paintings are a lot like dreams—while some aspects are consciously constructed, a good deal of the meaning is both subconscious and layered. On a surface level, a painting may be about that time I got hopelessly lost in Portland because I have no sense of direction and didn’t charge my phone adequately, but what it is really about is all the things that connect to that experience. My paintings are less a memory of a moment and more something that kind of IS that moment in physical object form. Which, of course, makes very little sense when you say it, so it is much easier to share what some of the collage materials are and ask people what they see. And I do love hearing how people respond—they often connect to my art in very different ways and point out new ways of looking at it. Which is the whole point of art!
You can see more of Ingrid’s work at ingridnichter.com
Schine Memorial Hall's Renovation Boosts Gloversville's Arts
Mayor Vincent DeSantis recently announced the completion of significant third-floor renovations at the Schine Memorial Hall at 40 N. Main Street. This pivotal project, supported by a Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant, marks a major step forward for the city's cultural and artistic landscape.
The Schine Memorial Hall received $346,000 from Gloversville's $10 million DRI grant, awarded by New York State in November 2022. This substantial investment was specifically allocated to transform the hall's third floor, which houses the Memorial Hall & Cultural Arts Center, Gloversville Community Music, the Schine Gallery, and a lecture hall. The renovations have created a dedicated museum space chronicling Gloversville's rich history and separate co-working spaces designed for local artists. This dual-purpose renovation establishes a vibrant hub for both historical preservation and artistic innovation within the city.
Mayor DeSantis emphasized the crucial role of the Schine Memorial Hall project in building a thriving downtown. He highlighted its direct connection to the Glove City Lofts project and the Glove Theater Restoration, all working in synergy to establish downtown Gloversville as a regional cultural and arts destination. The vision is for these interconnected elements to invigorate and energize the entire area.
Dating back to 1881, the Schine Memorial Hall, once known as The Kasson Opera House, holds significant historical importance. Mayor DeSantis expressed his enthusiasm for seeing this landmark adapted to meet downtown's current needs, becoming a key element in the city’s 21st-century renaissance.
The newly renovated third floor will undoubtedly enhance the already vibrant ecosystem within the Schine Memorial Hall. The building's first floor currently hosts various businesses, including 2 of Cups Couture, Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market, Micropolis Cooperative Inc. Art Gallery, Golden Garden Parties, Jackson & Hewitt Tax Service, Glover Insurance Agency, and Daniel Storto’s Glove Museum. The second floor is home to Lexington Employment Resources, Identogo, Adirondack Massage Therapist, and Sacandaga Therapeutic Massage.
The addition of the museum and dedicated artist workspaces on the third floor further solidifies Schine Memorial Hall's role as a cornerstone of downtown Gloversville's cultural and economic revitalization.
