The ladies are back! Join SLCA as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with one of our favorite Irish bands.

Come enjoy all that is Triskele: the music, the tradition and of course Noeleen’s jokes! Why spend the holiday in some crowded bar surrounded by clinking glasses and overhead televisions? Let SLCA provide you with an intimate setting where you can enjoy traditional Irish tunes. This event is also great for the younger members of your family.

March 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Join us for an evening buzzing with spelling excitement!

Bring your two-person team and compete with the best spellers in Sand Lake. There will be two rounds: one written and one spoken.

Register at the link below or at the Sand Lake Town Library (8428 Miller Hill Rd., Averill Park). At least one person must be 18 years or older.

This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Sand Lake Town Library. We hope you’ll join the f-u-n!

March 20 at 7 p.m. at SLCA

Matinee Theater Players is once again pleased to present its annual delightful afternoon of Shorts and Sweets!

This year’s production features seven short plays by local playwrights, a monologue or two, and music by the MTP Choristers! 

And of course it wouldn’t be Shorts and SWEETS without the “sweets!” A variety of desserts, coffee and tea are included for just $10!

March 24 at 1 p.m.

Put your painting and crafting skills to the test—and go home with a decorative rooster! 

In this fun, daylong workshop, you’ll use acrylic paint techniques, stenciling and markers to bring your avian character to life. 

You’ll also learn about the Zentangle method: an “easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.”

This Tangle was designed by Janice L. Miller and is presented by Dianne Cantoni. Dianne studied art at Mission Renaissance in Pasadena, CA, at Decorating Masters Institute in Ft. Myers, FL, and at Artful Endeavors in Raleigh, NC. She has taught beginning basics, faux finishing and other types of art-making.

By day’s end, you’ll have an 11” x 14” stretched canvas, a set of instructions and a marking pen to continue your “Tangles”!

March 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The nation is ready to declare independence... if only our Founding Fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence.

1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the people behind the national icons: proud, frightened, uncertain, irritable, charming, often petty and ultimately noble figures—determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.

April 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
April 12 and 19 at 2:30 p.m.

The Brit Beat plays hits from British Invasion bands of the early 60s—as well as the tunes those bands recorded as their careers continued to grow in the late 60s and early 70s. Come listen to iconic songs from The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Dave Clark Five, Herman’s Hermits, The Who, The Zombies, The Hollies, The Animals, Procol Harum, The Kinks and more!

The Brit Beat is a group of seasoned local musicians—Steve Keller, Peter McGowan, Rick Thorpe and Brad Colacino—that formed through a common love of the cultural phenomenon that was the British Invasion. Like many, they have been influenced by early British rock bands, and they look forward to taking you on a journey through this timeless music!

This free show is sponsored by Troy Sand & Gravel and Bonded Concrete.

May 2 at 7:30 p.m.

SLCA is excited to invite you to Broadway at the Bistro, a special fundraiser presenting an evening of Broadway hits performed by some of the area’s best and brightest stars.

The night features live entertainment, delicious hors d’oeuvres, raffles and a cash bar—as well as the ambiance magnifique of Tighe’s Bistro Américain.

Tickets and sponsorships are available for purchase.

May 21 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Join Sand Lake Merchant and Sand Lake Center for the Arts for our Spring Merchant Market!

Vendors at this outdoor market will be set up across two locations—either Sand Lake Merchant or Sand Lake Center for the Arts. This event will happen rain or shine!

We will accept up to 70 vendors on a first-come, first-served basis. We welcome any and all vendors to participate as long as their items are handmade. We do not allow distributors of national products or products that are not handmade.

May 31 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (vendor setup 8 a.m.)

Start your summer with a week of Renaissance Festival–style wizardry as only YOU can create! 

Learn the traditions, tricks and trade secrets of physical theatrical performance—from Shakespeare to circus stunts to shadow puppets galore. 

This summer camp is open to children ages 5 to 12. There will be a short presentation on the last day for family, fans and friends! 

Take a chance and let your imagination soar!

June 30 to July 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where can you find history? How about in a cemetery? That’s where you’ll find Buried Stories—the original musical in this year’s musical theatre camp at SLCA.

Join us for an exciting, humorous historical journey as told through the magic of musical theatre. Attendees ages 8 to 13 will stage a musical to be performed at the end of the week—rehearsing scenes and songs, making props and having fun.

Weather permitting, there will be a short field trip to the local historical cemetery, where the characters the play portrays are buried. It’s an easy, walkable distance on sidewalks and a short side road. There will be a permission slip for parents to sign. Contact us if you have questions.

Val Kavanaugh and Sue Frost began running a youth theatre program associated with Circle Theatre Players in 2002. By the time Jim Holmes joined in 2014, the camp was working out of SLCA. Other than a pause during the pandemic, this camp has been ongoing ever since. Over the years, they’ve worked with hundreds of young people, encouraging their enthusiasm and interest in the arts. 

Friends, family and community members are invited to attend the performance on July 17.

Camp is limited to the first 20 to sign up. Everyone who signs up gets a part and a chance to shine!

June 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (auditions)
July 8 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (readthrough)
July 13 to 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (camp)
July 17 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. (performance)

Are you ready to rock? Are you interested in meeting like-minded musicians and learning from professional players? 

We’re excited to bring back Rock Band Camp at SLCA! This two-week, immersive music day camp is designed for ages 12 to 16 and will be led by Mike Iwanos from the Troy Music Academy. Mike is an experienced group leader who will guide students in a collaborative and supportive environment, all while preparing for a live performance on the final day of camp. 

Any professional musician will tell you that playing music in a group setting is a magical experience, and we’re thrilled to offer this opportunity! The camp is open to students who currently play at an early intermediate or advanced level; however, no prior group experience is necessary. 

We welcome guitarists, electric bassists, keyboardists, drummers and vocalists. Please bring your own instrument. We will provide drums and keyboards. 

A performance will be held on Aug. 28. Time and ticket sales to be announced.

If you have questions, please contact lessons@troymusicacademy.com or tanya@slca-ctp.org.

Aug. 17 to 28 (weekdays) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.