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From Dockside Dining to Mountain Music: A New Era at Silver Bay
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Silver Bay YMCA has long been one of the north end of Lake George’s most beloved destinations, but there is much more happening there than many visitors realize.
In this episode of ADK Talks, Jane and Steve welcome back Lindsay Butler, VP of Sales and Marketing at Silver Bay YMCA Conference and Family Retreat Center, for a fresh look at what makes Silver Bay such a special Adirondack gathering place.
Lindsay shares how Silver Bay has evolved from its historic roots into a year-round retreat, community hub, cultural venue, and lakeside destination. From Mountain Music Festival and Evenings of Dance to dockside dining, holiday weekends, winter programming, and family-friendly recreation, Silver Bay offers something for overnight guests, local residents, boaters, and day visitors alike.
What you’ll hear in this episode
- How Silver Bay balances its deep history with new programming and modern guest experiences.
- Why the north end of Lake George offers a quieter, more serene Adirondack experience.
- What to expect from Silver Bay’s Mountain Music Festival, including auditorium performances, porch sessions, and new campfire sessions.
- How Evenings of Dance brings world-class professional dancers to the Adirondacks for free community performances.
- Why Silver Bay’s summer concert series has become a special part of the Lake George arts scene.
- How Bites at the Bay lets boaters order food from the water and pick it up dockside.
- What makes Mountain View Grille and Silver Bay’s dining programs a growing part of the destination.
- How Silver Bay gives back through respite programs, teen programming, childcare, and community access.
- Lindsay’s favorite hidden gem: Black Mountain on the eastern side of Lake George.
Resources:
- Silver Bay YMCA Conference & Family Retreat Center
- Silver Bay YMCA on ADK Taste
- Silver Bay Mountain Music Festival
- Memorial Day Weekend at Silver Bay YMCA
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