named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Chamber Membership
Provides networking, marketing, and promotional opportunities for local businesses and organizations in the Schroon Lake area
Event Sponsorship
Sponsors community events such as Monday Night Jam Sessions and Schroon Lake Live concert series to promote cultural engagement
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Holds regular board meetingsConvenes monthly board meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, except in July, to govern and manage chamber operations.
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Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
- Hosts the Schroon Lake Pickleball TournamentOrganizes and hosts an annual pickleball tournament at the Town Courts open to participants of all ages and experience levels.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosts weekly summer square dancing eventsOrganizes weekly square dancing events on Wednesday nights during the summer months in Schroon Lake, promoting community engagement through dance and live music.
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Nature Preserve Management and Public Access 1 activity
- Operates a self-guided nature trail at Natural Stone Bridge & CavesManages and maintains a self-guided, above-ground nature trail at the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves site, showcasing ancient geological formations for public education and recreation.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Organizes a weekly farmers marketOrganizes a recurring farmers market held on Friday afternoons from July 18 to September 5, 2026, supporting local agriculture and community access to fresh goods.
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Free Outdoor Music Concerts 1 activity
- Organizes and hosts community events and concert seriesHosts recurring public events including the Schroon Lake Twilight Dance & Music Concert Series, Monday Night Jam Sessions, and Schroon Lake Live concert series at the Town Bandstand, featuring live music and community participation during summer months.
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County and Regional Agricultural Fair Management 1 activity
- Organizes and hosts the Word of Life Ranch RodeoHosts a weekly family-friendly rodeo event during July and August featuring horse rides, bounce houses, a petting zoo, barrel racing, and pole bending, with free public access.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Promotes Schroon Lake as a year-round destinationMarkets and promotes Schroon Lake as an Adirondack destination offering year-round recreational and cultural opportunities, including access to Main Street businesses, the Town Beach, and outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, skiing, and snowmobiling.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Represents and supports a network of local businessesProvides capacity-building and collective representation for over 130 merchants, organizations, and attractions in the Schroon Lake region, offering dining, lodging, retail, recreation, and professional services.
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Regional Arts Advocacy & Promotion 1 activity
- Supports and promotes the local arts and cultural communitySupports the local arts scene by promoting cultural events such as the Seagle Festival and integrating arts into community programming.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$116K
Contributions & grants$27K23%
Program service revenue$39K34%
Investment income$2K2%
Other revenue$20K
expenses
Total expenses$118K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$58K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$144K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$136K
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +33.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Palisano | Executive Director | 35 | $32K |
board members · 4
- Anna Hay — Director
- Brian Hosan — Director
- Cynthia Turgeon — Director
- Micah Melville — Director
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- Adirondack Artists & Crafters Partner — Member organization hosting a weekly artisan market at Memorial Town Park from late June through early September.
- Adirondack Inclusion Movement Partner — Member organization focused on creating accessible community spaces in the Adirondacks.
- Big Stone Gap Partner — Local band performing at Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- DeCesare's Pizzeria Partner — Local pizzeria included in chamber's dining directory and promotional materials.
- Don Stratton Partner — Caller participating in Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- East Shore Schroon Lake Association (ESSLA) Partner — Member organization working to preserve Schroon Lake as a pristine recreational resource.
- Fern Bradley Partner — Caller participating in Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill Partner — Member restaurant promoted by the chamber as part of local dining options.
- Friends of the Schroon Lake Library Partner — Member organization supporting the Schroon Lake Library.
- Frontier Town Gateway Partner — Historic theme park listed in the chamber's directory for visitor information.
- High on the Hog Partner — Local band performing at Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- John Kirk Partner — Caller participating in Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves Partner — Partner organization featured in the chamber's directory for tourism and visitor information.
- North Country Chamber of Commerce Network — Partner chamber providing access to group insurance and shared resources.
- North Country Ministry Partner — Member organization providing food, clothing, furniture, and emergency assistance to individuals in need across southern Essex and northern Warren County.
- Paul Rosenberg Partner — Caller participating in Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- Pine Haven Cottage Partner — Local gift and decor shop listed in the chamber's directory.
- Quena Crain Partner — Caller participating in Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism Partner — Collaborates on regional promotion and tourism development.
- Schroon Lake Arts Council Partner — Sponsors the Monday Night Jam Sessions and hosts related programming at the Boathouse.
- Schroon Lake Library Partner — Co-hosts events such as Magician Ron Caine’s performance in the Town Meeting Room at Town Hall.
- Schroon Lake-North Hudson Snowmobile Club Partner — Member nonprofit organization promoting safe and respectful snowmobiling in the Adirondacks and recognized as a 501(c)(3) public charity.
- Seagle Festival Partner — Collaborates with or promotes the Seagle Festival as part of Schroon Lake's cultural and tourism offerings.
- Seagle Festival Partner — Hosts performances including “Dead Man Walking,” promoted through the Chamber’s events calendar.
- Stewart's Shops | Schroon Lake Partner — Local convenience store and gas station listed in the chamber's directory.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar Partner — Restaurant promoted by the chamber as a dining destination in Schroon Lake.
- Stone Bridge Ice Cream Partner — Local ice cream stand featured and promoted by the chamber as part of dining offerings.
- Susquehanna String Band Partner — Local band performing at Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- Tamarack Partner — Local band performing at Chamber-sponsored square dance events.
- Tamilia Peppercorn Partner — Local retail business listed in the chamber's directory.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Events as Economic and Social Catalystsmethodology: community_eventsBy hosting free, recurring, family-friendly events featuring music and local culture, we strengthen community bonds and drive economic activity, because shared experiences increase visitor engagement and encourage support for local businesses.
- Destination-Based Economic Developmentmethodology: destination_developmentBy positioning Schroon Lake as an integrated destination—combining small-town character, recreation, and culture—we attract visitors and sustain local economic vitality, because branding enhances perceived value and visitation.
- Member-Driven Business Support and Advocacymethodology: business_network_supportBy providing networking, promotion, and collective services to member businesses, we strengthen regional economic resilience, because unified advocacy and visibility increase business sustainability and collaboration.