Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a national count. This survey is instrumental in shaping federal programs and policies for the next decade.

With the 2020 Census due to roll out in March, it is critical that we achieve a strong response rate in the Adirondack North Country. Read this month's What's Up North blog about why it's important for every person living in our region to be counted in the 2020 Census. 

Sign up now to get your seat at this 2-day summit for mapping the region's low-carbon transportation future. 

What: Clean Transportation: the Adirondack ON-RAMP
When: April 22-23, 2020
Where: Hotel Saranac, Saranac Lake

* Register by March 1st to get the Early Bird rate (and save $20 on registration). 

* Book your stay at the Hotel Saranac by March 22nd to receive a special reduced room rate (check your registration confirmation email for details).  

Over the course of two days, ON-RAMP will challenge thinking about the following clean transportation topics:

- Quick ramp-up for EVs & infrastructure
- Incentives, financing & funding 
- NYS policy & initiatives
- Low-carbon fleet & hauling options
- Local clean electricity to meet demand

Store owners and retailers, don't miss your chance to connect with over 90 local makers, like Black Sheep Honey Company, at the 34th annual Adirondack Buyer Days tradeshow.

Registration is free for buyers!

There are still a few booth openings at this year's Adirondack Buyer Days juried wholesale gift show, which features a wide variety of handmade products.

Regional artisans are invited to apply! 

North Country business owners are invited to take our two-minute Small Business Training Needs Assessment survey — designed to help ANCA and partners identify your workforce-related needs and limitations and provide appropriate support for training opportunities.

The Center for Businesses in Transition partnership is again offering its "Plan for the Future" workshop series designed to provide resources and networking opportunities for transitioning businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. The six workshops are scheduled for April, May and September 2020. 

Saranac Lake area homeowners, renters and businesses will soon have access to locally generated solar power without the cost of installation, equipment and maintenance. 

The 10-acre Saranac Lake Community Solar project is due to be completed this fall, with the capacity to produce enough clean energy for over 200 homes and businesses. The solar array will be the first community solar project in the Adirondack Park, adding to existing regional community solar opportunities in towns and villages across northern New York. 

Welcome to the following new ANCA member organizations, who are growing the New Economy in the Adirondack North Country:

- Agbotic
- St. Lawrence University
- SUNY Canton

We are grateful for your support!

Join the North Country Food Justice Working Group and partners for the third annual Food Justice Summit, which will focus on poverty and food. 

ANCA is pleased to sponsor this action-oriented gathering of food and agriculture advocates. 

What: Feed Back: Everyone Eats!
When: February 27, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: The Wild Center, Tupper Lake

The annual Global Arts Festival promotes culturally diverse arts programming in the Adirondacks. Celebrate global cultures in this two-day festival.

What: Global Arts Festival
When: Friday & Saturday, March 6 & 7
Where: Lake Placid Center for the Arts & other venues

When: Monday, February 24, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Lake Placid Conference Center

When: March 31 & April 1, 2020
Where: Saratoga City Center, Saratoga Springs

When: April 22-23, 2020
Where: Hotel Saranac, Saranac Lake, NY

When: April 16, 2020, 8:00-10:30 a.m.
Where: Lewis County Economic Development/
IDA (with online viewing opportunties)

When: April 28, 2020, 8:00-10:30 a.m.
Where: St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce (with online viewing opportunties)

When: September 25, 2020
Where: TBA

ANCA members are growing the New Economy by building strong systems for local food, clean energy and small businesses. Become an ANCA member today.