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Discover the Inviting Atmosphere of The Brass Monkey The Brass Monkey, 52 Cayadutta St., Gloversville After a long hard week, a nice relaxing meal in the laid-back atmosphere of The Brass Monkey is a terrific way to settle into the weekend. Located at 52 Cayadutta St. close to the downtown strip, the Brass Monkey has a casual restaurant atmosphere and includes a sports bar adjacent to the seating area. This local restaurant and bar opened in 2014 and is owned and operated by Jon and Kristin Sardella. To learn more about them and their desire to be in the restaurant business, click here  to read the Daily Gazette news article on the couple and their success. Dine in style at The Brass Monkey Utica-style pizza On a recent Thursday, the dining space was filling up with customers eager for the night’s special of Utica-style pizza and 10 Purple Cow wings. Purple Cow is the name of the sweet and spicy sauce that hosts a tangy bite on a smoked-style crispy wing. No one can eat just one as the wings are full of body and flavor. In addition to pizza and wings, the restaurant offers a variety of “Starters,” including poutine French fries and BBQ nachos that come with the customer’s choice of BBQ chicken, pork, or beef. The menu includes offerings of salads, burritos, quesadillas, burgers, sandwiches, and more. The Adirondack Burger, which includes bacon, cheddar cheese, grilled onions, fried egg, and maple mayonnaise receives rave reviews from diners. Purple Cow wings Chad H. wrote this Google review: “Can’t say enough great things about the Brass Monkey. Pizza is best in town, eating in or taking out. Purple cow wings should be on everyone’s bucket list. Regular wings are always perfect. Staff is always great.” Rene Z. wrote this online critique: “Best burgers around, beats any mom and pops anywhere in Fulton and Montgomery counties. Poutine fries are the best, the service is awesome! Definitely going back.” Adirondack Burger Those who leave room for dessert are not disappointed with the variety of homemade offerings that can include cookies (oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, and more), chocolate layer cake, cannoli, and more. Watch the game with friends at The Brass Monkey While the atmosphere is cozy with dimmed lights and candles on the tables, the bar can be full of energy as customers join the fun of watching sports on an array of TVs in the pub area. Dine in or take out, The Brass Monkey shares its flavors that fill the taste palette and leave diners wanting more. The hours are Wednesdays through Saturdays, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the phone number is (518) 725-4880. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Arts Activities This Weekend in Downtown Gloversville on Aug. 16 - Aug. 18 As Gloversville prepares for the influx of artists that will come when Glove City Lofts opens, the creative economy is already robust with activities such as the ones occurring this weekend.   "The Necklace" by The Glve Academy Starting tonight, middle school and high school students will take to the stage as part of The Glove Theatre Summer Academy’s production of “The Necklace.” The students have been working over the past several weeks to create an original take on the short story by French author, Guy de Maupassant. From  The Glove Theatre : “The short story by French writer Guy de Maupassant, first published in 1884, tells the story of Mathilde Loisel, a young woman who borrows a necklace from a wealthy friend to wear to a high-society event, only to lose it and spend the next ten years of her life in poverty trying to replace it. The story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of materialism and social ambition, featuring one of Maupassant’s infamous plot twists for which he was well known. Book, music, and lyrics are be written by the Academy’s own Rising Stars, and their four week adventure included learning about performance, writing, music, dance, and dramaturgy as well as World Literature.” Show times are Aug. 16 and 17 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 17 and 18 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased ahead of time at  www.ticketstripe.com/gloveacademy . The theatre is located at 42 N. Main St., Gloversville. SVAN Arts Trails The annual Sacandaga Valley Arts Network (SVAN) Art Trails returns Aug. 17 and 18, and a stop includes Downtown Gloversville’s Micropolis Cooperative, Inc.  Art Gallery, located inside the Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market , 30 N. Main St. From SVAN: “Enjoy wonderfully diverse artists and see where they get their inspiration and how they create. Take a self-guided tour of studios and galleries around through the Sacandaga Valley. Includes artists in Fulton, Hamilton, and Saratoga counties. Sculptors, woodworkers, painters, weavers, photographers, and glass and multimedia artists.” Maps and brochures can be found at Micropolis Art Gallery and at Fulton County Center for Regional Growth’s lobby at 34 W. Fulton St. Micropolis Cooperative Inc. is a collective of more than 24 local artist works.   Participating Artists and Galleries Square and Round Dance at The ShoeLeather Express Dancing is another art form, and The Shoeleather Express  Dance Center located at 31 Spring St., has been hosting the Mid-Atlantic Callers School with host Mike Sikorsky this past week, bringing participants into Gloversville from as far away as Texas and Arizona. Mike has taught the caller school The ShoeLeather Express in 2023. 2022, and 2021, and this year he will also be the guest caller at the “Minions Dance” that will be held on Aug. 17. That day starts at noon with a beginner’s dance for new dancers, followed by a put luck lunch, and then square and round dancing for all. For more information, visit  www.theshoeleatherexpress.com  or call (518) 225-1405.   We look forward to more events, especially with new artists in the area through Glove City Lofts and its gallery, and the availability of co-sharing artist workspace at Schine Memorial Hall, expected to be completed by the end of the year.   Schine Memorial Hall Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville.

Discover the Mouth-Watering Flavors of Adirondack Soul Company Adirondack Soul Company, 60 N. Main St. While January rings in the excitement of the new year, it also brings some of winter's coldest weather. Instead of freezing, warm up with the soulful flavors of Southern cuisine offered by Adirondack Soul Company , a restaurant located at 60 N. Main St., Gloversville. Vegan Chili Dine in, take out, or Door Dash, Adirondack Soul Company delivers delectable food that fills the belly and warms the soul. The hours are Mondays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The phone number is (518) 290-1182. Angela and Michael Chae As soon as the front door opens, diners are welcomed with warm savory smells that entice them to sit for a spell, eat comfort food, and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere provided by owners Michael and Angela Chase. In an interview with TV WTEN ( www.news10.com/community/restaurant-rundown/soul-food-eatery-opens-its-doors-in-gloversville/ ), Michael said, “I lean on the lineage of my mom, grandmother and those passed down recipes you can’t learn in a school environment.” ribs, mac & cheese, collard greens The menu includes baked chicken, barbecue ribs, meatloaf, carrot souffle, macaroni and cheese, cabbage, cornbread, white rice, and vegan chili. New specials are being introduced in the new year. The week of January 6 through January 11 brings specials of turkey wings braised with onions and other vegetables, and gluten-free meatloaf. Elastic Endeavors will perform for customers on January 8 at 4 p.m. Lining up for homecooked meals at Adirondack Soul Company Guests can choose their meals from the cafeteria-style counter. Those dining in the establishment are served their dishes, while those opting for take-out see their selections immediately packed from the hot serving dishes into containers ready for pickup. Open since late summer of 2024, the reviews for the local business praise the quality of the meals. Cindy C. wrote this Yelp review: “I've been seeing a lot of positive comments about Adirondack Soul Company and made an impromptu stop today. I was greeted by the charming proprietors who walked me through the dishes. It was a tough decision but settled on the beef and gravy - very tasty, carrot souffle was yummy, cornbread was better than mine! I'll be back!” Aimee-Lynn A. wrote this Google review: “Tried this for the first time today and OMG it was amazing. The portions were huge, the chicken was falling off the bone, and everything was just so good. The gentleman serving me was so nice as was the woman there with them. I wish them tons of success and I will be back. Oh, and get all this food for an amazing price! 10/10 would recommend!” With the new year, Adirondack Soul Company will also offer catering services and space for parties, corporate events, and more. Enjoy your winter with the home-cooking style of Adirondack Soul Company and warm up with their chili and more on chilly days. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Enjoy Listening to Outdoor Music in Downtown Gloversville This Summer Nothing says summer more than having a picnic dinner in the park while listening to live music, and a summer in Gloversville isn’t complete without listening to the Gloversville Civic Band fill the air at Trail Station Park with amazing tunes. Concerts are held on four Wednesdays in the summer and the first concert for the 2024 season will be Wednesday, July 10, at 7 p.m. Called “Salute to America,” audiences will be blown away by the strong performances by the local talented musicians under the direction of Tom and Janet Gerbino. Pieces include “Mr. Sandman” and “Here’s Chicago.” People are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Families can utilize the nearby splash pad before the performance and grab dinner to go from a local eatery, including the nearby Off the Rails Tavern, The Brass Monkey and Buck’s Pizza, and enjoy their meal while listening to music. For a list of eateries in the area, visit www.downtowngloversville.org/restaurants-eateries The magazine, “We Call This Home,” featured both the Gloversville and Johnstown bands in its second issue of 2023 and gave a great history on the organizations. According to the  article , the Gloversville Civic Band has been in existence since the early 1800s and was originally led by Ephraim Kelly Eaton. Eaton, born into a musical family, had been a member of a circus band, the Cook’s Band in Albany, and the Schenectady Brass Band, to name a few. Performances were held at Melchior Park off Kingsborough Avenue until 2019. Seeking a central location, they moved to the downtown-based Trail Station Park. While concerts are free, donations are accepted as the current band is a non-profit organization and it invites both professional and student musicians under the recommendation of their band teachers to perform. Donations may be sent to: Gloversville Citizens Band, PO Box 984, Gloversville NY 12078. For more information and to hear some of their past performances, visit https://www.facebook.com/GloversvilleBand/about . Also check the page in case the concert needs to be moved to the Lexington Center’s gym on 127 E. State St. if the weather is inclement. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Discover Local Revolutionary Soldiers July 4 falls on Thursday this year and as we reflect on the birth of our nation, we can also remember our local ancestors who fought for our independence. Located in Old Kingsborough Church Cemetery, 53 E. State St., are many memorials and grave sites, several of which are for soldiers who fought the British. Visit https://fulton.nygenweb.net/cemeteries/KingsBCem.html for a list of all interred there. Also visit https://fulton.nygenweb.net/military/darglov.html for information. Visit in person and you can see the American Flags and Revolutionary War marketers that note the soldiers. There are also soldiers from the War of 1812 buried at the cemetery. One headstone of note shows the original burial site of Nicholas "Nick" Stoner, an outdoorsman known throughout Fulton County for his Adirondack hunting and trapping skills. According to the U.S. National Park Service ( https://www.nps.gov/people/private-nicholas-stoner.htm ), Nick was a veteran of both the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Born in Maryland, his family eventually moved to New York State and in 1777, he and members of his family enlisted in the regiment stationed in Johnstown that was under the director of Colonel James. As he was only a teenager, he was a fifer, playing in the military band.   “Stoner’s first active service occurred as part of General Benedict Arnold’s force that relieved Fort Schuyler (Stanwix). He witnessed Han Yost Schuyler preparing to leave on his disinformation mission to St. Leger’s camps. Marching through the aftermath of the Oriskany ambush and witnessing the state of those left behind made for many gruesome impressions on his young mind that he remembered even in old age ... Stoner served with Livingston’s Regiment during the Rhode Island campaign in 1778. As part of a guard detachment, he was captured during a nighttime skirmish with British troops and spent several months in captivity before being exchanged. In 1780, Stoner was the fifer for the guard detachment that escorted British Major John Andre from his prison to the gallows and witnessed him being hanged for his part in Arnold’s treasonous West Point plot. Stoner participated in the siege of Yorktown,” according to the National Park Service.   Stoner died in 1853 and is currently buried in Prospect Hill Cemetery, located near the corner of East Fulton Street and South Kingsboro Avenue in Gloversville. His headstone can be found as part of the Soldier’s Memorial, dedicated to soldiers who fought for our country, particularly in the Civil War. A list of individuals interred there can be found at https://fulton.nygenweb.net/military/PHillSoldierscem.html . To learn more about Nick and his interesting life beyond his war service, visit https://www.americanheritage.com/man-whose-praise-we-sing and his ties to Caroga and Stoner Lakes at https://www.adirondacklife.com/2019/12/03/nick-stoner/ .   When out visiting the cemeteries, be sure to make a stop at the Fulton County Museum, located at 237 Kingsboro Ave. In addition to the military exhibit, this year the local museum has an exhibit known as “Road to Revolution: Exploring the People, Places and Events of Tryon County, 1763-1776.” This display explores the life in upstate New York when settlers made the Mohawk Valley their home and learn of the experiences of the people who had to decide if they were going to stay neutral or fight against (or for) the British. This exhibit is on display through December 2024.   Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Explore Gloversville’s Parks This Summer Summer is here and a time to explore Gloversville’s parks and greenspaces. Many have activities planned but all have great assets where people can relax, play and enjoy the great outdoors. Castiglione Park on North Main Street is home to Gloversville Food Truck Fridays where people can purchase lunch from vendors, listen to music and enjoy the greenspace and downtown. Food trucks will be available on June 28 at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., July 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., July 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. On June 28, in addition to enjoying food trucks and lunch in the park, come visit Gloversville High School graduate and “Celebrity Vocal Coach to The Stars” Eric Vetro as he returns to his hometown for his 50-year high school class reunion. A city proclamation will be presented to Vetro at noon. A showing of the movie “American Graffiti” will be held at 2 p.m., with a special video message from actor and director Ron Howard being played prior to the movie to the Gloversville High School Class of 1974 as the 50-year class reunion is being celebrated. These activities will be held at The Glove Theatre, 42 N. Main St. Hot rods were prominent in the movie so they will be prominent on Main Street on that Friday. On July 12, in addition to enjoying dinner from the food trucks, enjoy a show at The Glove Theatre as area youth perform in “Disney’s The Lion King Kids.” Scheduled for July 27 is the Gloversville Recreation Commission’s first outdoor movie for summer 2024 at Myers Park, located behind Park Terrace Elementary School on Myers Parkway. Starting at 8:30 p.m., the free showing of “Elemental” will be held and audiences are encouraged to come early to get a good viewing area. Bring blankets and chairs, and concessions are available before and during the show. Trail Station Park, West Fulton Street, is home to the annual Rail Fest event (this year on Aug. 10) and hosts the Gloversville Civic Band for their weekly summer performances, which typically start in July. A recent expansion brought a splash pad where youth can cool off during hot days.  The expansion nearly doubled the size of the park with landscaping over a large area that was formerly a parking lot and was done with a $365,000 grant from the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). The next phase of the project, funded through the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant, will include a new 80’ x 20’ building to house restrooms, a kitchen area, and space for special events. Construction on the building should begin in late June/early July and the DRI funding is $495,000. Spring Street and Washington Street parks have playground equipment. In a walkway area from Washington Street to Elk Street Park are picnic tables and a place to grill. Elk Street Park is home to a basketball court. Veterans Park is a beautiful place to honor our military by reflecting on their sacrifices at the memorial. Nearby is the Kingsboro Cemetery where soldiers from the American Revolution and the War of 1812 are buried. Fulton County Museum that is great for exploring. Wolfarth’s Pond is great for fishing and the Gloversville Recreation Commission hosts its annual fishing derby there in the spring. A list of parks, including beautiful Melchoir, can be found at the city’s website and a brochure can be downloaded by clicking here. Two new parks are being created this year through the DRI. St. Thomas Square will be located at 2-8 Elm St. that was home to an underutilized parking lot. By breathing new life into this property, this new attractive spot will create a strong connection in the downtown area. In addition to the $1.1 million DRI funding, this project was awarded a $250,000 Urban Center/Commercial District Revitalization National Grid grant. It also received a $250,000 donation from the William H. St. Thomas Family Foundation and a memorial to the St. Thomas Factory workers will be erected in the park. The vacant parcel on South Main Street next to the Heacock Building was the site of the Littauer Building that became dilapidated over the decades. After being deemed too unsafe to save, the building was demolished. This spot will be transformed into an urban plaza for public concerts and performances, outdoor movie nights, and more. A stage will be erected in the back of the park for the concerts and similar entertainment. Green infrastructure will be incorporated to allow storm water infiltration. This project is receiving $435,000 in DRI funding. Working in tandem with the St. Thomas Square project, construction will occur on both parks this summer with completion at the end of 2024 and plantings and greenery settled by spring 2025. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Shop Local, Buy Fresh and Enjoy Saturday Mornings at the Farmers Market Saturday mornings on Elm Street are busy with music, shopping, food and friends as the Gloversville Farmers Market brings local growers to the city for shoppers to find fresh produce and unique creations. Located at 9 Elm St., the market is held on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. from May through October. Run by the Fulton Montgomery Farmers Market Association (FMFMA) which touts its markets are 100 percent producer markets, “which means that every vendor grew, raised, or made all of the products they offer for sale at the market,” according to website https://fmfma.org. A variety of goods for sale including baked items, flowers, eggs, herbs, vegetables, meats, plants and fruits. Current vendors include All About Lyric – Devine Body Care, Dans Berries, Grammas Cookies 4 You, Gray’s Garden & Greenhouse Inc., Harmony Harvest and Herd LLC, Natural Bridge Farm, Milburt Farm & Greenhouse, Peaceful Valley Maple Farms, Philia Farm, Sabroso Birria Tacos, Second Act Spirits, Sunny Hunny Farms, Tbox Bakery, WellSpring Maith Earrach Farm, Wemple & Edick’s, and Windrake Farm. Local musicians perform every week and on June 22 Ethan Crowley will take the stage. A Full line up of musical talent is listed at https://fmfma.org/pages/gloversville-market-saturdays Why shop at the farmers market? According to www.usda.gov, “Farmers markets feature what’s at the peak of season in your region, so you can often find your favorites, along with new items that will stretch your culinary imagination.” While there, customers also have one-on-one time with the farmer or the culinary creator and are able to get growing tips, cooking suggestions and other secrets that make foodies go wild over new dishes and tastes. Online reviews of the Gloversville Farmers Market include “great vendors with products at great prices too! Fresh vegetables, plants, etc.,” “Lots of variety in the summer,” and “Great farm veggies!” The property at 3-8 Elm Street surrounding the market was an under-utilized parking lot, giving the market housed under a beautiful pavilion a feel of being a lonely island in a sea of asphalt. This summer, the area will be transformed into a new public park with an eatery pavilion, places for food trucks, inviting greenspace, and spots for special events to enhance and compliment the market. This transformation is part of the city's $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative. Don’t let the construction deter you as the farmers market is still in full swing this summer and filled with colorful delights that will inspire your cooking and delight your palette. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Explore Gloversville During the State's History Weekends This year, the New York State Path Through History Weekends are scheduled for June 15 to 16, and October 12 through 14. These weekends are designed to help people discover, explore and appreciate the state's amazing past and highlight the local historical gems in your neighborhoods. Gloversville is filled with history and visitors and residents alike can discover the people, places and events that made the city what it is today. Start with a self-guided walking tour through the downtown core. Download this guide and discover the history behind The Glove Theatre, 42 N. Main St., that started in 1914, the Schine Memorial Hall, 40 N. Main St., that once housed an opera facility on the third floor, and the former City Hall building at 44 North Main St. that had a jail and a famous visitor. Other stops on the self-guided tour include: Palace Diner, 62 S. Main St., a diner that rolled into town almost 101 years ago on as a railroad car. Former Kingsborough Hotel, 34 S. Main St., that had pre-presidential Teddy Roosevelt as a visitor. Historic Four Corners, 2 S. Main St., where three separate settlements came together and created the City of Gloversville. Trail Station Park, West Fulton Street, home to the FJ&G Railroad headquarters. Bleecker Street Square, estimated 33 Bleecker St., where Civil War Captain David Spaulding once held drills for local soldiers, and in later decades gubernatorial candidate Franklin Delano Roosevelt made a political stop. Former Gloversville High School at Estee Park region, 90 N. Main St. Be sure to stop at The Glove Theatre Museum, located next to the theater, the Karpeles Museum at 66 Kingsboro Ave. and the Fulton County Museum at 237 Kingsboro Ave. The Glove Theatre Museum hosts a timeline of The Glove Theatre and Gloversville's past, as well as movie posters, pictures of stars and an old-style film projector from the 1920s. The theater began in the early 1900s and was once owned by the Schine Brothers who brought in vaudeville acts from around the country. Acts included Jack Benney, Buddy Ebsen and Ann Rutherford. Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum is housed in a former First Church of Christ, Scientist, and facility from 1932. In addition to worldwide historical documents and artifacts, exhibits include baseball with vintage balls and gloves that were made right in Gloversville. The Fulton County Museum is housed in the former Kingsboro Academy that was established in 1831. The permanent displays include those dedicated to the local railroad, glove industry, schools, and the military. Special events and activities are held throughout the year. Baseball enthusiasts will enjoy exploring the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame, located at 45 Harrison St. The 6,500 square foot museum has two large rooms, including a dedicated movie theater complete with authentic stadium seating. It will house historic baseball artifacts including signed baseballs, jerseys, bats, photos, baseball cards and baseball memorabilia. The Wall of Fame hosts more than 150 famed inductees. Enjoy spending time in the past in Downtown Gloversville and learn more about the former Glove Capital of the world and the people who created it. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Stay in Gloversville When Attending the Saratoga Belmont on June 8 Saratoga Springs is getting ready for the Belmont Stakes which they are hosting this year at their NYRA racecourse on June 8. With a short drive away, Gloversville is the perfect place to rest when coming to the area for the horse racing event. And, of course, a wonderful place to explore before and after the race.   Think of Gloversville as the hub in a wagon wheel, with the spokes or roads allowing travelers to easily hit big destinations. Going to SPAC or NYRA racecourse? Take Route 29 for an easy and straight shot into Saratoga, less than an hour away. Heading to the Adirondacks? Gloversville is the gateway to the mountains, with Kane Mountain less than 20 minutes away via Route 29A and the beginning of the Northville-Placid Trail an estimated 15 minutes away.  Within the Gloversville city limits, there are nearly 20 locations on the Airbnb.com map and Vrbo.com boasts of nearly a dozen. Many travelers have stayed here.   Airbnb reviewer Carl wrote this about an apartment on the site, located in the Downtown Core: “ This was a cozy little place to stay in a cute little town near Adirondack State Park. I would definitely stay here again. Very conveniently located and comfortable. ” Jared wrote, “Great place to spend the night before checking out the nearby Adirondack Park.”  June 8th is filled with a variety of musical selections for those who want a different pace after visiting the fast and exciting Belmont Stakes. Capital Regional Music Hall of Fame inductee Marty Wendell will perform on June 8 at 7 p.m. at Dorn Space . In 2024 Marty is still going strong, recently winning the "Favorite Americana Artist" award at last year's Listen Up Music Awards. Marty continues to write, record, and release new music, much of which has been featured on WMHT television and WEXT radio.  The Glove Theatre , 42 N. Main St., will host the Grateful Dead-inspired jam band Elastic Endeavours in concert starting at 7 p.m. on June 8. Advance tickets can be purchased at ticketstripe.com/518elastic . Also on June 8, Siegel and Michael Bisio will perform at 7 p.m. at the Karpeles Museum , 66 Kingsboro Ave., with jazz and similar style music. Other things to do in Gloversville around the races: ·       Take the Historic Walk. Click here for the self-guided tour. ·       Visit the Fulton County Museum, Karpeles Museum, and the Glove Theatre Museum. Click here for more information. ·       Stop for a bite to eat at one of our restaurants and diners. Click here for a guide. ·       Enjoy our green spaces and have a picnic in the park. Click here for a list of parks. ·       Visit historic Parkhurst Field and the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame. Click here and here for their websites. View and purchase art at Micropolis Art Gallery , located inside Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market , 30 N. Main St. Take an urban hike on the FJ&G Rail Trail . Avoid the traffic, enjoy the walks, and discover Gloversville. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Food, Wine, Music and More Infuse Downtown with Fun on May 31 and June 1 Summer is right around the corner and with it comes eating outside, enjoying later sun-filled evenings, live music and spending time with friends at community events. This coming weekend sees the return of two Downtown favorite events that are filled with the recipe for good summer fun. Starting Friday, May 31, Food Truck Fridays returns to Castiglione Park on North Main Street. This is a joint venture sponsored by the Gloversville Recreation Commission and Fulton County Center for Regional Growth. Price Chopper-Market 32 is a music sponsor this year as well as a special assistance from Great Rentals for the program. The lunchtime event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 31, June 14, June 28, July 12, July 26, Aug. 9 and Aug. 23. There will be music by local talented musicians and several non-profit organizations will also have tables in the park to share their information. This year, three night offerings will also be held for Gloversville Food Truck Fridays. Also in Castiglione Park, they will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on June 14, July 12 and Aug. 23. Musicians performing this year include Michelle King, Brian Delorenzo Bocheneck, Kyle Rix, Johnny Gonzales and Tim Vee. Food trucks throughout the season include Jammin’ Juice Bar, Parkside Hot Dogs, Teddy's Gyros, Robb's Topp Doggs Mobile Kitchen, Nibbles & Bites, A&S Spice on Wheels, Lynn & Walt’s Walk-Up Wagon, and Red Pop Lemonade. Visit https://www.facebook.com/GloversvilleFoodTruckFridays to see the schedule of musicians and trucks. On June 1, the Southern Adirondack Wine and Food Festival returns from 3 to 8 p.m. and the North Main Street block from Fremont to Fulton streets will be filled with wineries, food trucks, music and more. The entrance to the event will be on Church Street and the tasting entry is $15 (cash only). The non-tasting entry is free. Sponsored by the Gloversville Recreation Commission, the following vendors will be on hand: Adirondack Winery, Albany Distilling Company, Bella Brooke Winery, Cooper's Daughter Spirits, Coyote Moon Vineyards, Erie Canal Distillers, Lakeland Winery, Ledge Rock Hill Winery, Meadowdale Farm Winery, Mean Max Brew Works, New Scotland Spirits, Pail Shop Vineyards, Second Act Spirits, Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, Stump City Brewing LLC, Thousand Islands Winery, A&S Spice on Wheels LLC, Ajs Smokin BBQ, Dragonfly Delights, Gusto Della Vita Olive Oil, Jerky Hut/DAR-J Wholesale, Lynn and Walt's Walk Up Wagon, Mac Factor / The Mason Jar, Munchville, Nibbles & Bites, Park Side Hot Dogs, Ted's Fish Fry, Wemple & Edick's, and Worldlings Pleasure. Live music will be held in two locations. The Insolent Willies will perform from 3 to 5:15 p.m. and North Allen Duo will take the stage from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The lineup of music in front of the Fulton County Barbershop includes: ·       3:15 - 4:15 p.m., K & K ·       4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Cosby Gibson & Tom Staudle ·       5:45 to 6:45 p.m., Kyle Rix ·       7 to 8 p.m., Brian Delorenzo Bocheneck To learn more about the festival, visit https://www.facebook.com/southernadirondackwineandfoodfestival. Come join us in Downtown Gloversville and experience some culinary delights while making new foodie friends. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Discover Gloversville’s Heroes When Exploring Downtown Memorial Day is upon us, a day to honor those who died while on active duty in the military. Many also take this holiday as a time to pay tribute to all of our loved ones who served our nation. One way to honor our military members is to attend Gloversville’s parade and services on May 27, starting at 9:30 a.m. The parade route will start at the corner of Sixth Avenue and North Main Street, head to Kingsboro Avenue where it will continue on to Prospect Hill Cemetery. A service will then be held with the placement of wreaths at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. Other ways to honor while exploring the city, is to visit the Fulton County Museum, located at 237 Kingsboro Ave., as it has an exhibit dedicated to those from Fulton County who served their country. The memorabilia and military displays include exhibits on World Wars I and II. Click here for hours. Don’t forget to make a stop at the Doughboy statue on North Main Street at Estee Park. Sculptor Karl Illva created the 107th Infantry Memorial in New York City’s Central Park, as well as creating Glovesville’s “The Thinking Doughboy” that has been standing guard over the city since 1923. To learn more about it, visit https://fultoncountyhistoricalsociety.org/blog. While Downtown, be sure to view the Hometown Hero Banners that are proudly hung on Main and Fulton streets. The individuals on display are ones who left the comfort of their homes and the care of their loved ones with the commitment to honor their country with any sacrifice needed to ensure our citizens continue to enjoy our liberties, freedoms and rights. Located on West Fulton Street, two banners salute the “West Enders” U.S. Army Air Corps Cpl. Louis C. Leo and U.S. Navy Seabees CM1 Andrew Renda Sr. Andrew served in the Navy Seabees from 1942 to 1945. Prior to World War II, private contractors created naval bases, but World War II showed a need for a militarized construction outfit and the Seabees were tasked with building bases. His son Charlie said Andrew Sr. “enlisted, leaving behind a wife. Before enlisting, he was a glove cutter for a local glove shop. After returning home in 1946, he went into business with his father, building and remodeling houses in the hometown area, as 'S. Renda and Son'." When discussing her father who served in the Army from 1945 to 1946, Charlotte Leo wrote about Louis, “I am in awe of the fact that Dad enlisted, considering that he left behind a wife, and a desire to start a family.” Louis was listed as an engine lathe operator at the time of enlistment and upon his return, he re re-entered the work force as a cutter for a local leather industry manufacturer. He never had the chance to complete his high school studies, Charlotte reported, and thereby received a high school diploma under the auspices of the Operation Recognition program. One banner, located near the Fulton-Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce at 2 N. Main St., salutes Pvt. Harold Wilmot, the first Fulton County soldier to die in World War I. Outside of the American Legion Post 137 building at 200 N. Main St. is a New York State historic marker noting the post was named after this young man. “Established on July 19th, 1919, in Gloversville, New York, Post 137 of the American Legion was named in honor of Private Harold Wilmot, an American Marine who lost his life while serving in France during World War I. The NYS historic marker commemorates Post 137, which has been in continuous operation since 1919 ... Shortly after the American Legion was established in Paris, France in March of 1919, the Gloversville Post was chartered in honor of his legacy,” according to the William G. Pomeroy Foundation at www.wgpfoundation.org. Pfc. Mario Albanese served in World War II and was given the French Legion Medal of Honor by then French President Hollande, in recognition of his service to the French during World War II. Learn more about him and some of the other Gloversville heroes in profiles at https://www/downtowngloversville.org/hometownheroprofiles. All of the banners also have an online presence and can be viewed at https://www.downtowngloversville.org/meetourheroes. Gloversville is rich with history. Be sure to learn more about it and the individuals who are a part of it, as well as their dedication to our country. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville

Adirondack Stained Glass Works Filled with Art Stained glass is used in many household items such as windows and lamps to make them more decorative. However, the true beauty of the pieces is the loving designs and passion behind the objects that use the light to shine the art. The creators at Adirondack Stained Glass Works, located at 29 W. Fulton Street, have been pleasing customers since the 1980s with the beauty in the delicate stained glass that the business creates with care. The showroom and commercial shop is located above the work studio where all the handmade items are made locally in the art medium that has been around for several centuries. Customers can even work with the business to have a unique and custom-made design. They may also get a chance to glimpse behind the curtain and watch some of the art being created when the artist and owner Don Dwyer is working in the studio. Walking into the shop, customers are amazed as the windows sparkle and glow with the sun light. The unique creations include sun catchers, butterflies, plant holders, night lights, snowflakes, and other homemade designs. Not only do people admire the quality and care that goes into the work of creating the pieces, but they also appreciate the customer care as “service” comes up time and again in online reviews. “Quality pieces and great service,” wrote Holly S. “I’ve purchased several pieces over the years, great craftsmanship and customer service,” wrote Crossed Arrows Creative Workshop. Michael M. wrote, “Quality hand crafted works of art.” Learn more about the owners and the shop’s history here and here. When exploring Downtown Gloversville, be sure to stop in this artist area and find the beauty glittering throughout the store. Stay. Play. Explore. Live. Discover Downtown Gloversville