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Howes Cave, NY–The Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 4, celebrating the completion of a $400,000 expansion to its 7,500-square-foot facility. 

“We’re excited to welcome visitors to our beautiful longhouse-inspired museum with a new, light-filled entrance—and to share even more Haudenosaunee culture through expanded exhibit space,” said Steph Shultes, Iroquois Museum Director.

Exhibit Marks Just the Second Time Banning’s Impressive Research and Art Have Been Publicly Displayed at the State Museum

An Opening Reception Will Be Held on April 4, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.

Albany, N.Y. - Long before mushrooms and mycology captivated the public imagination, self-taught scientist Mary Banning dedicated her life to the study of fungi. However, due to her gender, her work remained unrecognized for almost 100 years. The New York State Museum's latest exhibit, "Outcasts: Mary Banning's World of Mushrooms," celebrates Banning's rich legacy as one of America's first mycologists, who uncovered, documented, and illustrated 23 fungal species new to science in the mid-1800s.

Binghamton, N.Y. – The Binghamton University Ballroom Dance Association will host its annual ballroom competition, Binghamton Ballroom Dance Revolution, on Saturday, March 22, at MacArthur Elementary School, located at 1123 Vestal Ave, Binghamton. The event, which runs throughout the day, is free and open to the public.

New York, NY (March 20th, 2025) – Dream Flying Dress, the ultimate luxury photography experience for tourists and fashion enthusiasts, is soaring into spring with the official launch of
its 2025 season. As the city awakens with the beauty of cherry blossoms and warmer days,Dream Flying Dress invites visitors to step into an unforgettable photoshoot, draped in
breathtaking, flowing gowns against the most iconic New York City backdrops.

Orange County, N.Y. (March 19, 2025) – When you’re enjoying the delicious foods, magnificent scenery and fabulous accommodations in Orange County, N.Y., take a moment to appreciate the women-owned businesses that play a major role in making the county the unique and wonderful place that it is.

Opening on March 22^nd, Long Island’s most popular amusement park will add more value this year through the new ‘Wave Twister’ ride, new games, and additional amenities—at last year’s prices

Farmingdale, NY — Get a head start on your Spring fun this weekend! Adventureland in Farmingdale is gearing up for an exciting expansion with its 2025 Season which kicks off this weekend of March 22^nd and 23^rd.

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and Stitch Buffalo have teamed up for a pollinator-themed arts exhibit, and more arts opportunities flourish into the spring season. 

Buffalo, NY— The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and Stitch Buffalo have teamed up for Pollinators and Flowers from Around the World, a hand-crafted textile art exhibit made of embroidery hoops with floral and pollinator motifs. The exhibit is open daily from 10:00am to 4:00pm now through April 28, 2025. The Botanical Gardens' Open Art Nights also return for the spring and summer season for local artists to create in plein-air inside the conservatory on every second Wednesday from now through September from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.

Liberty, N.Y. - The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association (SCVA) will host its Annual Brochure Swap, providing SCVA members and local businesses the opportunity to network, exchange brochures, and prepare for the upcoming tourism season.

With First-Ever Chancla Throwing World Championship, Abuela Approved Food Judges, and More

New York, NY (March 17, 2025)  – The NY Latin Food Fest is back on September 20-21, 2025, bringing an electrifying mix of food, music, art, and culture to New York City. This year’s festival goes beyond the plate with one-of-a-kind experiences, including the first-ever World Championship of Chancla Throwing, the Abuela Approved food squad, and an all-star lineup of over 80 food vendors and live performances.

Rensselaer, N.Y. - On Saturday, March 22, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Crailo State Historic Site and the Friends of Fort Crailo invite the public to the third of five “Colonial Kitchen” series of events offered during the months of March and April.