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September, 2010
4—25	Cazenovia Farmers Market Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@alltel.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Seasonal open-air market in the heart of the historic business district. Featuring locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. Presented by the Historic Business District Committee of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce. Open 9am-4pm in Cannon Park.
4—25	Hamilton Farmers Market Hamilton Held every Saturday on the village Green from 9am-3pm. Purchase farm fresh foods directly from the farmers.
5	Beginning Backpacking Essentials (3 Classes) Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Beginning Backpacking Essentials -- Inst: C. Bonnie Everhart -- Sundays, Sept. 5 and 12, 10 a.m. – noon Sunday, Sept. 19, 9 a.m. – noon (rain date: Sunday, Sept. 29) The class includes two 2-hour classroom sessions and a day hike with packs on the Cazenovia Gorge Trail. Classroom topics include pre-trip planning, what to wear, boots, gear selection (packs, tents, sleeping bags, filters, stoves, and more), food selection, basic wilderness first aid, leave no trace, what to pack, and more. Cost includes travel to the Gorge Trail. $84 for the 3 classes.
5—5	Labor of Love for Erick Canastota 315-697-8510 info@zemsicecream.com www.zemsicecream.com Last day of the Season for ZEMS ICE CREAM. All of the days money goes to the Erick D. Stevens Scholarship Fund. There is Food, Basket Raffles and a quilt raffle and Flat Screen TV Raffle. Live Music all day. 11-9.
11	Digital Photography I Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Digital Photography I -- Inst: A. Potter -- Saturday, Sept. 11, 9 a.m. – noon -- Did you just buy a digital camera but have absolutely no idea how to use it? This workshop is designed for users of basic point-andshoot style digital cameras. Students will become familiar with the camera’s features and how to use them to create desired results. The workshop will begin with an overview of the camera features and functions, followed by a discussion of how to avoid common photographic errors and make your images better. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers, so please bring your camera, instruction manual, and all of your photographic questions. ($36)
11—12	46th Annual Craft Days at Madison County Historical Society Oneida 315-363-4136 history@mchs1900.org www.mchs1900.org Madison County Historical Society will host it’s 46th Annual Craft Days at the society, 435 Main Street in Oneida, on Saturday, September 11th, 10 am-5 pm and on Sunday, September 12th, 10 am- 4 pm. Admission is $4 for adults, children 12 and under are free. Purchase a weekend passes for $6 and join us both days! A free park and ride service will be provided in a new location at the Oneida Shopping Plaza on North Main Street in Oneida. Watch as crafters demonstrate their art and purchase your very own handmade items from them. Enjoy delicious food and great entertainment. For more information please contact www.mchs1900.org, or 315.363.4136// 315.361.9735.
12	Limestone Creek Hunt Hunter Pace Parade of Horses and Hounds Cazenovia (315) 655-9714 limestonecreekhunt@yahoo.com www.limestonecreekhunt.org It's the beginning of our formal season and we parade down main st (Albany St/Rte 20) in Cazenovia, then go on to the blessing of the hounds (at Lorenzo last year)...people line the street, and we've already heard from the Brae Loch asking the date because last year guests want to come back....
12	The Mohican Model A Ford Club Antique Car Show Wampsville 315-245-0728 www.mohicanmodela.org 50th annual Antique Car Show and Flea Market with judging in over 35 classes. Held at the Wampsville Firemen Field admission is free for spectators.
12	Greg Brown – Folk Icon Earlville 315-691-3550 patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com www.earlvilleoperahouse.com Sat 9/12 7:30pm Greg Brown – Folk Icon The legendary folk musician whose offbeat lyrics are always dead on……… Called “a wickedly sharp observer of the human condition” by Rolling Stone, he bridges the spirit of the heavens with the truth of the land. His cornucopia of bittersweet musical poetry - whether it’s existential angst or grandma’s jam, is sure to leave a sly grin on your face. $27, $25 members, $22 students
13	7th Annual Mansion House Classic Oneida 315-363-0745 phoffman@oneidacommunity.org www.oneidacommunity.org 11:30 a.m., 7th Annual Mansion House Classic, Oneida Community Golf Club. 363-0745 for information
15	Advanced Techniques in Fused Glass Jewelry Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Advanced Techniques in Fused Glass Jewelry -- Inst: A. Blanding -- Wednesdays, Sept. 15 and 22, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. -- Advanced techniques in fused glass jewelry includes learning metal, copper, and silver/ gold leaf inclusions, dichroic glass etching, and dicro slide designs. Each student will create five different pieces. Some glass fusing experience necessary. Visit www.amberwavesofglass. com for examples. $15 supply fee payable to the instructor. Class limited to 6. ($84 for the 2 classes)
15	Log Cabin Quilt Class Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Log Cabin Quilt Class -- Inst: K. Cresswell -- Wednesdays, Sept. 15 through Oct. 13, 7 – 9:30 p.m. -- Want to learn how to make a traditional Log Cabin Quilt? The Log Cabin Quilt is an easy and versatile pattern to learn for beginners. Learn how to machine speed-piece your fabric strip ‘logs’ and make a beautiful quilt. Learn to arrange your blocks in different patterns to give each quilt a unique look. Students need to have basic sewing skills. Supply list will be provided prior to first class. You are welcome to bring your own sewing machine to class. ($149 for the 5 classes)
17—18	15th Annual Madison County Hop Fest Oneida 315-363-4136 history@mchs1900.org www.mchs1900.org The 15th Annual Madison County Hop Fest starts Friday, Sept. 17 with a paired brew dinner. On Saturday, Sept. 18 at 10 am, on the grounds of the Madison County Historical Society, 435 Main Street in Oneida, there will be presentations by guest speakers on a variety of hop related topics throughout the afternoon. From12-2 pm join us for the Taste of Hops: a food & beer pairing featuring appetizers and confectionery delights from local restaurants. From 2:30-5:30 pm, join us under the beer tent for brewery samplings from some of your favorite craft breweries- Landmark, Cooperstown, Ithaca, Saranac, LongTrail, Middle Ages, High Falls, Ommegang, Magic Hat, Flying Bison, Butternuts, Brooklyn Lager, Smuttynose, DogFish Head, Southern Tier and more! There will be over 40 styles of craft beer to sample. Throughout the afternoon purchase your raffle tickets to win great beer related merchandise. Visit the Hopshop to purchase hop plants and event shirts! Visit with Home Brew Clubs. See who will be crowned Hop King or Queen 2010!
18	The Same Blood Folk Band – CD Release Earlville 315-691-3550 patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com www.earlvilleoperahouse.com Sat 9/18 8pm The Same Blood Folk Band – CD Release The Same Blood Folk Bands style resonates with the roots of Americana, traditional music and rock, for compelling and soulful original songs. Their innovative covers of legendary tunes pay homage to songwriters they admire while adding a personal twist. Erik Jensen of Upstate LIVE Music Guide says, "Very swampy, incredibly catchy, and unbelievably adept, vocally and musically- this band has Grassroots Festival written all over it!" $10, $8 members, $5 students
18	Digital Photography II Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Digital Photography II Inst: A. Potter Saturday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m. – noon You own a digital camera and you’re comfortable using it, so how do you make your pictures better, and what do you do with them after you’ve shot them? This workshop will take a more in-depth look at photographic composition and preparing your images for e-mailing and printing. Users of point-and shoot style cameras will benefit from this discussion. ($36)
18—19	Fall Migration Festival at the Great Swamp Conservancy Canastota 315-697-2950 gscincny@centralny.twcbc.com www.gscincny.org Fall Migration Antique Show and Kids Konservation Days. 10am-4pm For the fifth year, come join our Fall Festival. There will be environmental displays, food, music, and outdoor fun to highlight the day. $2/adults $1 children.
18—19	Critz Farms Fall Harvest Celebration Cazenovia 315-662-3355 www.critzfarms.com All the usual fun including our 8 acre Corn Maze! Pumpkin picking, hayrides, cow train rides, gift shop, hot apple fritters and more. Petting zoo and two playgrounds!
18—19	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze and Harvest Festival Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze and Harvest Festival - Teacher appreciation weekend (all teachers plus 1 guest free) Sept 18 & 19; 10-5pm First weekend open to the public. Great opportunity for local teachers to see farm facilities and book class field trips for the fall season. Pumpkins, gourds, corn, 10 acre maze, pig races, cow train, gem mining, pedal karts, corn cannons, jumping pillow, and tons more! $7.50 pp/ $35 max per immediate family/under 3 free Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida, NY 13421
22	A Taste of France - French Wine Basics Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning A Taste of France – French Wine Basics -- Inst: J. Pettigrass, K. Gibson -- Wednesday, Sept. 22, 6 – 8 p.m. Location: The Brewster Inn, Cazenovia. This class will feature a liquid geography of France’s wine regions: Alsace, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhone and Southern France. We will sample, compare, and learn about French wine culture. Never again be afraid to order from the French wine section! Class limited to 20. ($55 for 1 class)
23—25	9th Annual Jazz in Caz Cazenovia 315-655-STAR cprossner@cazenovia.edu www.cazenovia.edu Enjoy this three day festival featuring national, regional and local Jazz artists performing in the lakeside village of Cazenovia. Featuring Jane Monheit, the Brubeck Brothers and more. For more information and the complete schedule of events visit www.cazenovia.edu.
24—26	Mustang Weekend Morrisville www.morrisville.edu A weekend full of activities for students, alumni and parents including a home football game.
24—26	39th Annual Wheeldays Brookfield 315-899-5867 www.madisoncounty-fair.com Friday, 7pm Truck Pull (Grandstand $5, Under Age 3 Free) gates open at 5pm 7pm Renegade County Music with Attitude (Stage) Free Saturday, 10am Garden Tractor Pull, 10am Antique Tractor, Antique Race Car, Antique Snowmobile Display, 2pm Bill Lee Morgan Band (Stage) Free, 6pm Demolition Derby w/ Rollover Contest (Grandstand $5, Under Age 3 Free) Sunday, 8am Tractor Pull (Grandstand $5, Under Age 3 Free), 10am-4pm Just Cruise-In: Welcomes All Classic, Custom, Antique, and Muscle: Cars-Trucks-Cycles (Dash Plaques &Goodie Bags First 50 Vehicles/6 Trophies Awarded /Hourly Prize Drawings), 12 pm Chicken BBQ, 1pm Brookfield Central School Seniors Auction, 2pm Jason Wicks Band (Stage) Free, 3:45pm Wheel Day 50/50 Raffle w/Door Prizes (Stage-Tickets Sold All Weekend)
25	Master's Challenge Hunter Trials Cazenovia limestonecreekhunt@yahoo.com www.limestonecreekhunt.org This is a scenic event ...horses--formally turned out--- galloping over an outdoor course, but the best part is the tailgates (it's a fevered competition...the food and presentations are amazing) Open to the public.
25	Madison Hall 5k Run/Walk Morrisville 315-684-9333 http://www.madisonhall.org/Funding.html The Madison Hall Association hosts the run/walk to support the ongoing restoration of this historic landmark and is part of the Route 20 Road Challenge series of runs. The run/walk is held in conjunction with Morrisville College's Mustang Weekend and with the support of Oneida Savings Bank3
25	Tannahill Weavers – Celtic from Scotland Earlville 315-691-3550 patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com www.earlvilleoperahouse.com Sat, 9/25 8pm Tannahill Weavers – Celtic from Scotland The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland's premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, and original ballads and lullabies. Their music demonstrates to old and young alike the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people. These versatile musicians have received worldwide accolades consistently over the years for their exuberant performances and outstanding recording efforts that seemingly can't get better...yet continue to do just that. $18, $16 members, $13 students
25	Introduction to Sushi Making Fayetteville 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Introduction to Sushi Making -- Inst: J. Pettigrass, Y. Honda -- Saturday, Sept. 25, noon – 2:30 p.m. -- Location: Kyoko Japanese Restaurant, Fayetteville. -- This course will introduce students to traditional Japanese cuisine, etiquette, and the preparation of nigiri sushi and sashimi. Local master chef, Yusuke Honda, will demonstrate proper techniques and guide students through the preparation of sushi. Students will make their own sushi with all materials supplied. Class limited to 25. ($65 for 1 class)
25	Digital Photography Intermediate/Advanced Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Digital Photography Intermediate/Advanced -- Inst: A. Potter -- Saturday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. – noon -- This workshop is an in-depth discussion of the guiding principles of photography and the use of these principles to achieve desired results. Discussion of the features of more sophisticated cameras and the manipulation of these features will be the key element of this workshop. Digital SLR camera users will benefit the most from this workshop. ($36)
25	Fiesta en Palace Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org ONSTAGE SERIES-Live Theater: Fiesta en Palace with Ernie G, National Latino Comedian, and La Krema, Latino Band Time: 8:00pm, doors open at 7:30pm Ernie G is one of the hottest, talented, young Latino entertainers in the country. His rip-roaring, high energy comedy has been seen by millions on Comedy Central, Comic View, Next Big Star, and Funny is Funny. La Krema, under the talented leadership of Jesse Pabon, performs sizzling Latin American music: Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Reggae, mambo and more. His dancers provide a visual performance to match the magical sounds. La Krema opens to set the tone for a colorful evening that will ignite the audience into spontaneous combustion. Ernie G performs his stand up comedy routine leaving the audience yelling “more….more!” La Krema returns with over an hour of music and Latino dancing. The Night Goes On—at 10pm the audience will be invited to join La Krema’s dancers on the dance floor for free lessons and an hour of open dancing to the BEST LATINO MUSIC EVER with Jesse Pabon and Ernie G! Tickets are $20 per person or $10 for a student with school ID or a youth 18 and under.
25—26	Critz Farms Fall Harvest Celebration Cazenovia 315-662-3355 www.critzfarms.com All the usual fun including our 8 acre Corn Maze! Pumpkin picking, hayrides, cow train rides, gift shop, hot apple fritters and more. Petting zoo and two playgrounds! Admission $7.00 per person includes season pass. Discount family pass available online.
25—26	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze and Harvest Festival Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze and Harvest Festival - Autism Support Weekend Sept. 25 & 26; 10-5pm Saturday join families from Syracuse area CNY Autism Society of America, FEAT, and Margaret Williams Ctr. for a day of fun! Sunday area families from the Utica area - UCP and Kelberman Center will be having a family outing for their families! Regular weekend festivities: pumpkins, 10 acre corn maze, pig races, cow train, gem mining, corn cannons, jumping pillow and more! $7.50 pp/ $35 max per family /under 3 free : Autism families with above charities or DANIA - $5 per person/$25 max per family Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida, NY 13421
25—26	National Alpaca Days Canastota 877-855-4267 bmracres@yahoo.com www.bmracres.com National Alpaca Days Open House at BMR Acres, 2542 Pine Ride Road. National Alpaca Days September 25 & 26th from 10-3. Come see the alpacas and learn about these amazing creatures!
26	Elizabeth Smith Miller In the Kitchen Tea Peterboro 315-546-5583 jody@thetailorofpeterboro.com www.inthekichentea.com reservations for the third annual Elizabeth Smith Miller In the Kitchen Tea are being accepted, and can be made online at www.inthekichentea.com. The website for the tea has information on Elizabeth Smith Miller, past events, and a link to PayPal for reservations. The Smithfield Community Center, 5255 Pleasant Valley Road, Peterboro NY will once again be turned into a lovely tea room on Sunday, September 26, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. The tea is catered by The Copper Turret of Morrisville. Seating for the tea is limited, and reserved on a first-come first-served basis. ($35 reservations by August 27 and $40 reservations by September 17.) The annual event celebrates Elizabeth Smith Miller, her birthday, the creation of her trouser outfit, and the women’s reform movement. Attendees are encouraged to wear mid-19th Century styles – especially bloomers. This year the tea welcomes Susan B. Anthony, women’s rights colleague and friend of Miller, back to Peterboro. Barbara Blaisdell of Rochester NY will portray Anthony, as she has done at the Women’s Rights National Park in Seneca Falls and at the Susan B. Anthony house in Rochester.
26—26	Swing Night to Benefit Child Abuse Program Canastota 315-363-2816 pamela.mosher@co.madison.ny.us Swing Night at the Rusty Rail with dinner, live entertainment (music and comedy), dancing to the sounds of the Salt City Jazz Collective - an 18 piece dynamo swing band, silent auction and raffle. All proceeds go to benefit the Madison County Children's Advocacy Center - a collaborative and compassionate system response to Madison County's most serious child abuse cases. Tickets: $42.00 pp., includes tax and tip. Deadline for tickets: September 22, 2010. Tables of 10 can be reserved for large groups.
27	Beginning Guitar Lessons Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Beginning Guitar - Inst: J. Pettigrass, C. Orlando - Mondays, Sept. 27 through Oct. 18, 7 – 8:15 p.m. -- Learn the basics on how to play a guitar with group and one on one instruction. Learn how to tune a guitar and purchase the correct instrument. It is not necessary to learn how to read music for this course. Students must have their own guitars; those who need one may call for assistance in choosing and acquiring the correct guitar. Class limited to 12. (4 classes for $99)
28	Plan the PERFECT Wedding!!! Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Planning the Perfect Wedding -- Inst: M. Malone -- Tuesdays, Sept. 28 through Oct. 19, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. -- Getting Married? Learn the ins-and-outs that professional wedding planners know! It's everything from the engagement to the honeymoon, but so much more! Details on dress shopping, finding the perfect flowers, the ceremony and the reception will be covered. Even learn how to budget your perfect wedding! This is a class every bride-to-be should take! (4 classes for $96)
29	Decorative Wire Wrapping for Everyday Objects Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Decorative Wire Wrapping for Everyday Objects -- Inst: A. Blanding -- Wednesday, Sept. 29, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. -- Learn to capture found objects with wire! Amber will provide students with a variety of jewels to choose from, such as sea glass, stones, shells, crystals or bring your own precious objects. Students will leave with at least 3 wire-wrapped pendants! $10 supply fee payable to the instructor includes all materials and base metal wire. Sterling silver and gold filled wire will be available to purchase. Class limited to 6. ($42)
October, 2010
1	Fall Wild Turkey Season Open Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf Purchase a small game license and turkey permit to hunt for this magnificent game bird on some of Madison County's thousands of public acres. Be sure to check all regulations before taking the field. Click on the link to download our hunting and fishing brochure.
1—3	Cazenovia College Family and Homecoming Weekend Cazenovia 315-655-7377 www.cazenovia.edu Family Weekend at Cazenovia College brings families and friends of current students to campus for a close look at the College; and provides an opportunity to experience life on campus, attend a class or two, meet with professors and inspect the facilities where their students live and learn.
1—3	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze and Harvest Festival Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze and Harvest Festival - Big Toys For Big Boys Weekend NEW!! Friday Oct 1: 4-10pm Flashlight maze and Family Movie Night Saturday Oct. 2: 10-10pm: Big Toys will be on display throughout the day, and flashlight maze and movies all night. Sunday Oct 3: 10-5pm: Big Toys on display throughout the day. This weekend come join our antique tractor clubs, local tractor, implement, atv, utv, motorcycle, snowmobile dealers, CNY BMX and more! NYS Superstock champions - the Hayes Team will have their 2 tractors on display as well! Come join the fun - with demos, exhibits and displays for everyone! $7.50 pp/ $35 max per family / under 3 free Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida, NY 13421
1—31	High Esteem's CreepyCamp Cazenovia 315-655-9735 creepycamp@aol.com www.creepycamp.com Central New York's largest & scariest haunted attractions with completely re-designed indoor walk-through attractions plus novelties, food, games, giveaways, special nights and so much more.
2	Colgate University Homecoming Hamilton www.colgate.edu A full weekend of homecoming events including a home football game.
2—3	Critz Farms Fall Harvest Celebration Cazenovia 662-3355 www.critzfarms.com All the usual fun including our 8 acre Corn Maze! Pumpkin picking, hayrides, cow train rides, gift shop, hot apple fritters and more. Petting zoo and two playgrounds. Haunted Barn, music and more! Admission $7.00 per person includes season pass. Discount family pass available online.
2—3	Backpacking Overnighter Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Backpacking Overnight -- Inst: C. Bonnie Everhart -- Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 2 and 3 (rain date: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 9 and 10) -- The trip will leave at 7 a.m. on Saturday and return at about 5 p.m. on Sunday. This is an overnight (1 night) backpacking trip to Haystack Mountain which is about 6 miles from Saranac Lake. The hike is moderately difficult with some short steep sections near the end. You must provide all backpacking essentials plus food. Haystack Mountain elevation: 6.6 miles (10.7 km) round trip. Elevation change: 1302 feet (397m). Summit Elevation: 2874 feet (873m). Cost includes roundtrip travel to Saranac Lake area. $100.
2—16	Village of Hamilton Farmer's Market Hamilton Enjoy a wide selection of fresh grown produce, eggs, meats, and more on the village green each Saturday from 8am-3pm.
2—30	Golubs's Our Farm Total Farm Experience Cazenovia 315-655-8453 www.fallpumpkinfarm.com Our Farm provides an experience for the whole family! Visit our petting zoo, horse rides for kids, take a hay ride and pick your own pumpkin, or wind your way through our amazing corn maze. This year's maze is shaped like "Giant Steps" as an extremely large giant left footprints in our corn field, leaving unequivocal evidence of the existence of a giant who visited Our Farm. Each foot measures about 400 feet long (from toe to heel). His movement appears to be heading south toward Cazenovia Lake! Back by popular demand is "BORIS" the Giant pumpkin throwing catapult! "BORIS is a must see, Click on our web link and check out a short clip of him in action. Open Weekends in October and Columbus Day.
2—30	Cazenovia Farmers Market Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@alltel.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Seasonal open-air market in the heart of the historic business district. Featuring locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. Presented by the Historic Business District Committee of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce. Open 9am-4pm in Cannon Park.
5	Improving Your ME Factor!!! Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Tuesday and Thursday, Oct. 5 and 7, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Are you unemployed, underemployed, or just fed up? Boost your earnings potential by learning the practical skills to become self-confident, assertive, and persuasive so you can achieve what you want from your career. “Improving Your ME Factor,” explores how you feel about yourself in today’s competitive world. The course is taught by a top salesperson with over thirty years experience in the hearing health industry. $48 for the two classes.
6	Save a Life (Adult, Child & Infant CPR) Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Inst: J. Addante $10 book (optional) Wednesdays, Oct. 6 and 13, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children and infants. This course will also demonstrate the use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and present general emergency care. Class limited to 18. ($45 for the 2 classes)
8—11	42nd Annual New York State Horse Council Fall Pleasure Ride. Brookfield 585-334-2921 cmoore4@rochester.rr.com www.nyshc.org The ride will be held Friday through Monday, October 8 -11, 2010 (Columbus Day Weekend) at New York’s Brookfield Horse Trail system. Save the date! Ride headquarters will be at the Madison County Fairground in the Village of Brookfield, New York. Camping with hook-ups and showers, 60 stalls for horses and space for portable corrals are available at the Fairground. Meals, social gatherings, rainy day games will take place in the dinning hall at the Fairground.
8—11	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival - Columbus Day Weekend Friday Oct. 8 : 4-10pm - Flashlight maze and Family Movie Night Saturday Oct. 9: 10-5pm Come join us for a rootin' tootin' good time with the Single Action Shooters! Cowboy trick shooters wearing their garb and firearms from the late 1800's - will be showin off their stuff during a full day of shooting competitions. Saturday Oct 9: 5-10pm Flashlight maze & family movie night Sunday Oct. 10: 10-5pm Monday Oct. 11: 10-5 pm One great long weekend to come join us at the farm for pumpkins, corn maze, jumping pillow, gem mining, corn cannons, pig races and more! $7.50pp/max $35 per family/under 3 free Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida NY, 13421
9	Introduction to Photoshop Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Introduction to Photoshop -- Inst: J. Owens -- Saturdays, Oct. 9 through 23, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Learn how to download digital images from a digital camera and other media and improve them through re-touching. Using the most current CS3 software, you will have a complete digital darkroom! ($72 for the 3 sessions)
9	Digital Photography: Shoot and Critique Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Digital Photography: Shoot and Critique -- Inst: A. Potter -- Saturdays, Oct. 9 through 30, 9 a.m. – noon -- Discussion of photographic tips and techniques will be followed by critiques of your work. Weekly assignments focused on producing desired effects will be evaluated to give you further insight into improving your images. ($144 for the classes)
9—10	Critz Farms Fall Harvest Celebration Cazenovia 315-662-3355 info@critzfams.com www.critzfarms.com All the usual fun including our 8 acre Corn Maze! Pumpkin picking, hayrides, cow train rides, gift shop, hot apple fritters and more. Petting zoo and two playgrounds. Haunted Barn, music and more! Admission $7.00 per person includes season pass. Discount family pass available online.
12	Art Journaling Class Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Art Journaling -- Inst: P. Steele -- Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 12 through 28, 6 – 8 p.m. -- Open studio sessions will encourage students to combine free writing, sketching, and design skills while experimenting with a variety of media in their own personal journals. They will learn more about collage, stenciling, stamping, transferring images, and layering a page. A variety of media will be explored including paint, colored inks, graphite, photocopied papers, acetates, tapes, and found objects. Students will develop their own style and express their thoughts visually and in written format using quotes, song lyrics, photos, and digital inserts to compose a visual blog. The students should develop a critical eye and vocabulary about design, and a professional attitude toward their own and others’ work. These journals represent an artist’s passion and are considered valuable in the college portfolio review process. $20 supply fee payable to the instructor. ($144 for the 6 classes)
13	The Informed Investor (Session I) Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Wednesday, Oct. 13, 6:15 – 9:15 p.m. - - Each of us has to plan for the day when we stop working and must rely on savings to fund our living expenses. This course will help you to become an informed investor. Topics covered include developing an investment strategy, determining your personal risk tolerance, asset allocation, the building blocks of a globally diversified portfolio, and how to measure and monitor investment performance. The course is designed for the do-it-yourself investor; instructor will provide tips on how to choose and evaluate an investment advisor. The course is taught by fee-only, certified financial planner™ Anthony Farella, principal of Rockbridge Investment Management, LLC. Tuition of $50 charged per couple.
15—17	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival - Hot Air Balloon & Pride of NY Wine & Farm Market Friday Oct 15: 4-10pm - hot air balloon launch at 4pm , flashlight maze and family movie night Saturday Oct. 16: 7 am balloon launch, festival grounds and vendor tents open at 10 am. Live Bands, radio remotes, VIP Guests throughout the day. 4pm balloon launch, flashlight maze, and family movie at night. Balloon glow at 8pm, 9pm fireworks by Majestic. Sunday Oct. 17: 7 am balloon launch. Festival grounds & vendor tents open 10-5pm. 4 pm last balloon launch. This weekend will be full of fun & excitement for all ages! Book flights with top pilots from around the northeast for that special fall foliage sight seeing trip over the valleys! Wine, food, desert, bakery vendors from around NYS will be sampling and selling their locally produced product! Live local bands throughout the weekend! Join the fun on festival grounds with pig races, corn maze, jumping pillow, gem mining and more! $7.50pp/ $35max per immediate family/under 3 free: or $3pp for farm market & balloon fest entry only. Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida, NY 13421
16	Whitetail Deer Season Open for Archery Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf Purchase a big game archery license and hunt for a trophy buck right here in Madison County. Thousands of acres of public lands are open for hunting. Click on the link for our hunting and fishing brochure.
16	Youth Showcase of Singer Songwriters (at EOH!) Earlville 315-691-3550 patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com www.earlvilleoperahouse.com Sat, 10/16 Youth Showcase of Singer Songwriters (at EOH!) Grand Prize Sponsored by Orbital Sound is a professional demo recording. Come see the fabulous talent of Central New York young singer songwriters! All styles of music welcome! Are you a singer-songwriter under 22? Enter the Youth Showcase and compete for prizes that include a recording demo CD from Orbital Sound! Entry is 9/15/2010 and guidelines can be found at www.earlvilleoperahouse.com $5 adults, $4 students
16—17	Critz Farms Fall Harvest Celebration Cazenovia 315-622-3355 www.critzfarms.com Come for all the usual fun including our 8 acre Corn Maze! Pumpkin picking, hayrides, cow train rides, gift shop, hot apple fritters and more. Petting zoo and two playgrounds. Haunted Barn, music and more! Admission $6.00 per person includes season pass. Discount family pass available online.
17	Cazenovia CROP Walk and St. Peter’s Open House Cazenovia asaltman@twcny.rr.com The Annual “Community Response on Poverty” (CROP) Walk for Hunger will raise funds to end hunger within our local community and around the world. The event will take place this year on Sunday October 17, starting at St. Peter’s Church on Mill Street in Cazenovia. St. Peter’s will also sponsor an Open House with food, music, and family activities.
18	Color: Making it Work for You! Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Color: Making it work for you -- Inst: M. Padgett -- Mondays, Oct. 18 through Nov. 15, 6 – 8 p.m. -- This color theory-based course will provide the information you need to make effective color choices for art and design projects. Highlights include a close look at color interaction, the importance of value in creating variety in design, the diverse effects of color combinations, and the messages and meanings color communicates. Participants may choose to work with paint, paper (a materials list will be supplied), or digitally if experienced with Illustrator/Photoshop. Class limited to 18. ($185 for the 5 classes)
20	The Informed Investor (Session II) Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Session II: Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6:15 – 9:15 p.m. - - Each of us has to plan for the day when we stop working and must rely on savings to fund our living expenses. This course will help you to become an informed investor. Topics covered include developing an investment strategy, determining your personal risk tolerance, asset allocation, the building blocks of a globally diversified portfolio, and how to measure and monitor investment performance. The course is designed for the do-it-yourself investor; the instructor will provide tips on how to choose and evaluate an investment advisor. The course is taught by fee-only, certified financial planner™ Anthony Farella, principal of Rockbridge Investment Management, LLC. Tuition of $50 charged per couple. (1 class)
22—24	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival - Farm Days Weekend Friday Oct 22: 4-10pm - flashlight maze and family movie night Saturday Oct. 23: 10-10pm - come see our farm critters and play farmed themed games all day - flashlight maze and family movie at night! Sunday Oct 24: 10-5 come see our farm critters, and play farm themed games all weekend long! Egg&spoon relays, piggy back siblings, potato sack races and more! Corn maze, gem mining, pig races, corn cannons, jumping pillow, and more! $7.50pp/$35 max per family/under 3 free Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida, NY 13421
23	Intermediate Sushi Making Fayetteville 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Intermediate Sushi Making -- Inst: J. Pettigrass, Y. Honda -- Saturday, Oct. 23, noon – 2:30 p.m. Location: Kyoko Japanese Restaurant, Fayetteville. -- Learn how to make sushi at home with Japanese Master Chef Yusuke Honda. This intermediate course will cover how to select and slice fish and actual sushi rice preparation. Class includes instruction, demonstration, and preparation of nigiri sushi, futomaki sushi, inari sushi, and ebi. No prior sushi-making class is required. Students will make their own sushi with all materials supplied. Class limited to 25. ($65 for 1 Class )
23—24	Critz Farms Fall Harvest Celebration Cazenovia 315-662-3355 info@critzfams.com www.critzfarms.com All the usual fun including our 10 acre Corn Maze! Pumpkin picking, hayrides, cow train rides, gift shop, hot apple fritters and more. Petting zoo and two playgrounds. Haunted Barn, music and more! Admission $7.00 per person includes season pass. Discount family pass available online.
23—24	National Abolition Hall of Fame & Museum Commemoration Hamilton mail@abolitionhof.org www.abolitionhof.org
26	Vocal Master Class Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Vocal Master Class -- Inst: J. Pettigrass, Dr. J. West -- Tuesday, Oct. 26, 5 – 9 p.m. -- Dr. Jon Fredric West, international opera tenor, works intensively with each singer on vocal technique, presentation, characterization and commitment, style and language. Each person will receive twenty minutes in an open audience participation directed by Dr. West. The master class experience is challenging and entertaining for all. Class limited to 12. ($129 for 1 class)
29—31	Colgate University Family Weekend Hamilton www.colgate.edu A full weekend of family events and activities including e home football game.
29—31	Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival Oneida 315-762-3090 katrina@wolfoakacres.com www.wolfoakacres.com Wolf Oak Acres Corn Maze & Harvest Festival - Halloween Weekend - non -scary alternative to Halloween for all ages! Friday Oct 29: 4-10pm - flashlight maze and family movie night Saturday Oct 30: 10-10pm, trick or treat all day and night at the farm - flashlight maze and family movie night Sunday Oct 31: 10-5 pm - trick or treat all day at the farm Corn maze, gem mining, jumping pillow, pig races, and more! $7.50 pp/$35 max per family/under 3 free Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Rd., Oneida, NY 13421
30	The Haunted Opera House Earlville 315-691-3550 patti@earlvilleoperahouse.com www.earlvilleoperahouse.com Sat, 10/30 7-9pm The Haunted Opera House Free Family Series Event! FREE! If scary witches and ghosts send shivers up your spine, perhaps you had better avoid the Earlville Opera House on Saturday, October 30th from 7-9pm. On the other hand, if you have a brave streak running through your young heart, perhaps you are up for a fright or two when the forces of Halloween make their way into the Opera House dimension for a brief time. Scary exhibitions and monsters are definitely included this evening.
30	Heart Jewelry Workshop Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Heart Jewelry Workshop -- Inst: P. Steele -- Saturday, Oct. 30, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. In this one-day intensive workshop participants will learn how to fire glass to copper in the enameling process using a glass kiln. Small heart shaped copper pieces will be the design focus and will be supplied so that each person will be able to create a pin, pendant piece, or small element for a wall piece. One-on-one instruction, demonstration, class interaction, and group discussions will make this experimental session fun for all participants. Kiln, plus limited copper and glass supplies will be provided by materials lab fee. $25 supply fee payable to the instructor. Ms. Steele, a noted artist, has a biography and examples of her work on-line at http://www.pamsteelestudio.com/mbr_bio.php Class limited to 10. ($48 for the 1 class)
30	Annabel Drudge & the 2nd Day of School Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org FAMILY SERIES-Live Theater: Annabel Drudge and the 2nd Day of School Time: 11:00am Syracuse University Drama Students perform this original Gothic Fairytale about a young girl with a disability, afraid to return to her new school. A magical trip with her Nana to Istanbul helps Annabel discover she is special. Tickets are $3 per person or $10 for a family of 4 or more, and are available at the door when it opens at 10:30am.
November, 2010
1	Introduction to Ebay Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Introduction to eBay -- Inst: E. Johnson -- Monday and Wednesday, Nov. 1 and 3, 6 – 7:30 p.m. -- Learn the basics of buying and selling on eBay. Create your own account and learn how to perform searches to find the items of your interest. The basics of bidding, paying for your items, and My eBay will be covered. Become comfortable with this amazing online tool that millions of buyers and sellers use daily. ($36 for the 2 classes)
2	Learn Italian in 8 Easy Classes! Syracuse 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Introductory Conversational Italian -- Tuesdays, Sept. 14 through Nov. 2, 6 – 8 p.m. -- Location: Nottingham High School, Syracuse. Students will practice all four basic skills of language learning – listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with emphasis on speaking. Short dialogues and readings will facilitate student-to-student interaction and self-expression in realistic situations. Topics include the alphabet, personal identification, greetings, numbers, days, months, seasons/weather conditions, food, drinks, dining, and home. No text is required, but recommended is, “Italian, the Easy Way”, 3rd edition by Marcel Danesi. $5 supply fee payable to the instructor. (8 classes for $161)
3	MORE Learn Italian in 8 easy Classes! Syracuse 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Continuation of Introductory Conversational Italian -- Wednesdays, Sept. 15 through Nov. 3, 6 – 8 p.m. -- Location: Nottingham High School, Syracuse. -- This class will benefit and be of interest to those students who have completed Introductory Conversational Italian in the past. There will be a short review of the introductory course. We will then begin following the text “Italian, the Easy Way,” 3rd edition, by Marcel Danesi. You may purchase the text from your local bookstore or online in advance so you’ll be ready to utilize it during our first class. In addition to the text, we will continue emphasizing speaking. Short dialogues and readings will facilitate student to student interaction and self expression in realistic situations. (8 classes for $161)
6	How to Prepare the PERFECT Turkey! Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning How to Prepare a Perfect Turkey -- Inst: J. Pettigrass, J. Wright, S. Franks -- Saturday, Nov. 6, noon – 2 p.m. -- Location: The Brewster Inn, Cazenovia. -- Just in time for the holidays! Let the Brewster Inn’s master chefs teach you their secrets to perfectly preparing and cooking (roasting and deep frying) your next turkey. Everything you will need to know to be an expert chef on those special occasions! ($55)
6	Photoshop for Intermediates Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Photoshop for Intermediates -- Inst: J. Owens -- Saturdays, Nov. 6 through 20, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. -- Using the most current CS3 software, learn how to improve landscape and portrait photography with advanced retouching techniques. Applying art filters to enhance photographs will be explored. ($72 for the 3 classes)
6—13	Cazenovia Farmers Market Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@alltel.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Seasonal open-air market in the heart of the historic business district. Featuring locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. Presented by the Historic Business District Committee of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce. Open 9am-5pm on Saturdays.
7	Holiday Bazaar Chittenango 315-687-3296 Chittenango Garden Club Holiday Bazaar held at American Legion, Legion Dr., Chittenango. Crafts, baked goods, plants, and more. Luncheon available. Paul Daniels, speaker, at 3 p.m. $2 admission. 11a.m. to 4 p.m.
19	Basics of Skype Class Cazenovia 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Basics of Skype -- Inst: J. Smith -- Friday, Nov. 19, 6 – 8:30 p.m. -- Learn the basics of this popular Internet communication software, including installation, general use, standard features, and common troubleshooting. This course will introduce you to a world beyond your computer screen, allowing you to connect with family and friends no matter where in the world they live. This free software gives you Internet communication in the form of typing chat, video chat, phone capabilities, as well as conference call capabilities. ($30)
20	Advanced Sushi Making and Japanese Cuisine Fayetteville 315-655-7288 sjbenedict@cazenovia.edu cazenovia.edu/extendedlearning Advanced Sushi Making & Japanese Cuisine -- Inst: J. Pettigrass, Y. Honda -- Saturday, Nov. 20, noon – 3 p.m. -- Location: Kyoko Japanese Restaurant, Fayetteville. -- Master chef Yusuke Honda will provide instruction, demonstration, and preparation of Gomoku Chiashi and Maguro Zuke plus advanced fish cutting techniques, pickling and salting fish, Sake selection and a traditional Japanese Tea ceremony. No prior sushi-making class is required. Students will make their own sushi with all materials supplied. Class limited to 25. ($75)
20	LIVE THEATER: Deep Blue Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org ONSTAGE SERIES-Live Theater: Deep Blue Time: 8:00pm, doors open at 7:30pm Elements and emotions come to life through theatre and dance setting the stage in a quest to unite and enchant audiences through riveting performances. Experience Day, Night, The Lizard, The Birds, Air and The Phoenix in a magical world like no other. Mesmerizing costumes and intriguing illusions will have you asking, "Was that just a dream?” ArcheDream for HUMANKIND is an international touring dance theatre company. Tapping into his African roots, founder Alan Bell creates tribal-influenced masks and hand-painted costumes, merging playful elements of tribal dance with the shocking glow of black-light reflective paint for a visually stunning stage experience. Tickets are $20 per person or $10 for a student with school ID or a youth 18 and under.
20—12/12	Whitetail Deer Gun Season Open Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf Purchase a big game license and hunt for a trophy buck right here in Madison County. Thousands of acres of public lands are open for hunting. Click on the link for our hunting and fishing brochure.
26—12/19	Critz Farms Holiday Family Fun Cazenovia 315-662-3355 www.critzfarms.com Visit the farm to cut your own Christmas tree!(Saws provided) Wagon rides to and from the tree field. Also have fresh pre-cut trees from table top size to 14 foot tall! Fresh garland and wreaths of all sizes. Balsam Barn gift shop is open and the Cafe is open on weekends. There is no admission charge during the Christmas season so come out and enjoy the day.
December, 2010
12	Victorian Christmas Open House Oneida 315-363-4136 dana@mchs1900.org www.mchs1900.org Join us as we ring in holiday cheer and good wishes for a happy, healthy new year. The society's open house is our way of saying thanks to the community for their support throughout the year. Entertainment and refreshments will be served. Come see the historical society festively adorned with decorations by the area garden clubs and floral shops. This event is free and open to the public. Come by and do some holiday shopping in our gift shop.
17	Christmas by Candlelight at Lorenzo Cazenovia 315-655-3200 www.lorenzoNY.org Enjoy all aspects of a historic Christmas at Lorenzo by atmosphere of candle light at the mansion. 7pm-9pm. An admission fee is charged.
17—19	Christmas at Lorenzo Cazenovia 315-655-3200 www.lorenzony.org Historic mansion program featured thematic decorations, seasonal displays and holiday refreshments; live music on weekends. An admission fee is charged. Open 1-4 each day.
January, 2011
1—31	Snowmobile Madison County Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com www.madisontourism.com Email or call us to receive a free copy of our snowmobile map.
29	LIVE THEATER: The Lorax Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org FAMILY SERIES-Live Theater: The Lorax Time: 3:00pm Dr. Seuss’ tale of The Lorax, who speaks for the trees against the greedy Once-ler. This timeless is back by popular demand and is performed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation staff at Rogers Environmental Education Center. PAY WHAT YOU WANT! Door opens at 2:30Pm.
February, 2011
1—28	Snowmobile Madison County Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com www.madisontourism.com Email or call us for a free copy of our snowmobile guide.
4—6	Cazenovia Winter Fest Cazenovia 315-655-9380 kwheeler@post.harvard.edu Activities and events for the entire family. Snow sculptures, talent show, family ice-skating, ice fishing derby, art show, sleigh rally, food and more.
6	Chilly Chili Run Cazenovia www.chillychili.com The 5k walk/run road race begins at 2pm. on Emory Ave. in front of the Cazenovia Middle School. Visit our website for course details. Join us post race for a chili cook off at the Cazenovia College Athletics Center!
March, 2011
1—15	Snowmobile Madison County Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com www.madisontourism.com Email or call us for a free copy of our 2010 snowmobile trail map.
5	CONCERT: Dick Hyman Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org CONCERT: Jazz pianist Dick Hyman performs at 8pm. This is sponsored by The Institute for the Creative and Performing Arts at Colgate University and the 2010-2011 Katharine Elizabeth Gould Memorial, funded by Mr. Harry E. Gould, Jr. Colgate Class of '60. FREE
19—20	Maple Syrup Celebration at Critz Farms Cazenovia 315-662-3355 www.critzfarms.com Critz Farms makes fresh, pure maple syrup right here on the farm every spring! On weekends, from mid March to early April, when the sap is running, visitors can come to the farm for the annual Critz Farms Maple Syrup Celebration. Take a hayride to the sugarbush, watch and learn about syrup production in the sugar house, enjoy an All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet , and visit the gift shop. There's plenty to do this spring at Critz Farms. Stop by for a jug of Critz Farms Pure Maple Syrup!
25—26	LIVE THEATER: Step Afrika Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org ONSTAGE SERIES-Live Theater: Step Afrika Date: 3/25/11 & 3/26/11 Time: 8:00pm, doors open at 7:30pm STEP AFRIKA’s intricate kicks, stomps and rhythms mixed with spoken word pound the floor and fill the air. STEP AFRIKA celebrates stepping, an art form born at African American fraternities and based in African traditions. STEP AFRIKA steps out—performing on many stages in North and South America, Europe, Afrika and the Caribbean. Sponsored in part by Colgate University Student Clubs and Alana Cultural Center. Tickets are $25 per person or $10 for a student with school ID or a youth 18 and under.
26—27	Maple Syrup Celebration at Critz Farms Cazenovia 315-662-3355 www.critzfarms.com Critz Farms makes fresh, pure maple syrup right here on the farm every spring! On weekends, from mid March to early April, when the sap is running, visitors can come to the farm for the annual Critz Farms Maple Syrup Celebration. Take a hayride to the sugarbush, watch and learn about syrup production in the sugar house, enjoy an All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet , and visit the gift shop. There's plenty to do this spring at Critz Farms. Stop by for a jug of Critz Farms Pure Maple Syrup!
26—27	Maple Sugar Weekend Madison County 800-684-7320 www.mapleweekend.com Come and see how Maple Syrup is produced at family farms across Madison County. This fun filled family weekend showcases the best of Agri-tourism.
April, 2011
1	Trout Season Opens Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf Purchase a license and fish in some of the best trout waters in New York State. Click on the link and download our hunting and fishing brochure.
7	LIVE THEATER: Winnie the Pooh Hamilton 315.824.1420 pvm@twcny.rr.com www.palacetheater.org FAMILY SERIES-Live Theater: Winnie the Pooh Time: 6:30pm Join Pooh and friends for a delightful adventure with the hands and voices of Deaf and hearing actors. Along the way learn about friendship, loyalty and acceptance.Featuring the talent of Sign Stage On Tour in its 15 year; this production is signed and spoken simultaneously. Tickets are $8 per person and are available at the door when it opens at 6:00pm.
May, 2011
1	Spring Turkey Season Opens Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf Purchase a small game license and turkey permit to hunt for this magnificent game bird on some of Madison County’s thousands of public acres. Be sure to check all regulations before taking the field. Click on the link to download our hunting and fishing brochure.
7—8	Spring Migration Nature Art Festival Canastota 315-697-2950 gscincny@centralny.twcbc.com www.gscincny.org Our 11th Annual Spring Migration Festival will feature acclaimed wildlife artists, environmental and conservation displays, live animal demonstrations, tours, games, entertainment, Big frog 104, food and more! Admission is $6/non member, $4/member.
7—28	Cazenovia Farmers Market Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@windstream.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Seasonal open-air market in the heart of the historic business district. Featuring locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. Presented by the Historic Business District Committee of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce. Open 9am-4pm every Saturday in Cannon Park.
7—28	Hamilton Farmers Market Hamilton Join us on the green every Saturday from 8am to 3pm through November 6th and enjoy some of the freshest produce around.
14	Morrisville State Commencement Morrisville 315-684-6000 www.morrisville.edu Join the Morrisville State Community as the class of 2009 graduates.
14	Cazenovia College Commencement Cazenovia 315-655-7000 www.cazenovia.edu Cazenovia College’s 183rd Commencement Ceremony
15	Colgate University Commencement Hamilton www.colgate.edu Join the Colgate University Community as they celebrate the graduation of the class of 2009.
21—28	Summer Flea and Farmers Market Oneida 315-280-0577 www.oneidacommons.com Join us on Saturdays this Summer, where you might just find that hidden treasure from 10am-5pm. VENDORS ~ CONCESSIONS ~ ENTERTAINMENT ~ COMMUNITY SERVICE GROUPS Located in Cedar Street Parking Lot- Oneida, NY (Behind Kallet Theater- across from Oneida Commons) RESERVED SPACE FOR CAR CRUISE-IN: 3-5PM * FLEA MARKET VENDORS: Only $15 Per Space/$25 Double. * * FARMERS & BAKERS: FREE set-up!!!! (with required permits) * * All vendors need a current NYS Sales Tax Certificate. * Park @ your space, or unload & park in Reserved Vendor Parking. * Market will be held weather permitting. *
June, 2011
3—5	Madison Bouckville Spring Antiques Festival Bouckville 315-893-1762 www.bouckvilleantiques.com Come to shop with many dealers of all varieties of antiques and collectibles. Enjoy great food and ample parking at one of the premier shows of the spring.
3—5	Oz-stravaganza Chittenango 315-687-6250 www.oz-stravaganza.com Oz-Stravaganza! 2011 will be held June 3rd - June 5th in Chittenango. Chittenango is the birthplace of L. Frank Baum author of " The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". The parade will be held Saturday at 2:00pm. For information and a schedule of events: Parade information: Barb Evans: 315 687 6250 Crafter/Vendor information: Colleen Zimmer: 315 687 5366
4	National Trails Day Cazenovia 315-697-3387 www.cnyncta.org
4—25	Cazenovia Farmers Market Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@windstream.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Seasonal open-air market in the heart of the historic business district. Featuring locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. Presented by the Historic Business District Committee of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce. Open 9am-4pm on Saturday in Cannon Park.
4—25	Hamilton Farmers Market Hamilton 315-824-1111 Join us on the green every Saturday from 8am to 3pm through November 6th and enjoy some of the freshest produce around.
4—25	Summer Flea and Farmers Market Oneida 315-280-0577 www.oneidacommons.com Join us on Saturdays this Summer, where you might just find that hidden treasure from 10am-5pm. VENDORS ~ CONCESSIONS ~ ENTERTAINMENT ~ COMMUNITY SERVICE GROUPS Located in Cedar Street Parking Lot- Oneida, NY (Behind Kallet Theater- across from Oneida Commons) RESERVED SPACE FOR CAR CRUISE-IN: 3-5PM * FLEA MARKET VENDORS: Only $15 Per Space/$25 Double. * * FARMERS & BAKERS: FREE set-up!!!! (with required permits) * * All vendors need a current NYS Sales Tax Certificate. * Park @ your space, or unload & park in Reserved Vendor Parking. * Market will be held weather permitting. *
5	11th Annual Ruritan Antique Auto/Engine Show DeRuyter www.deruyteronline.com 11th annual show with gas engine demos, antique tractor parade and demos, a chicken bbq, and music highlight the afternoon of family fun. Cars will be judged in 12 classes and there will be vendors with crafts and a flea market.
9—12	International Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend Canastota 315-697-7095 www.ibhof.com Boxing’s greatest names are on hand for a weekend of tributes to the sport & its champions. Museum tours by celebrities, ringside lectures, celebrity boxing, golf tournament Banquet, parade, induction ceremony. Don't forget to join us at the OnCenter for the annual Hall of Fame banquet with dozens of champions and hall of famers.
11	Nate Race 5k Run - Walk Canastota 315-697 3517 doug_r_holdridge@adp.com Welcome to the 15th annual NATERACE/TITLETOWN RUN one of the many thrilling events during the International Boxing Hall of Fame induction weekend. Race starts at 8:30am. Start line is near the Canastota Recreation park, on North Main St., Canastota, NY. The course is flat and fast, come ready to run! For complete information and race entry form call 315-697-35-17 or email doug_r_holdrdige@adp.com
11—12	19th Annual Peterboro Civil War Weekend Peterboro 315-684-9022 mail@sca-peterboro.org www.sca-peterboro.org Step back in time. Encampments, skirmishes, period music and demonstrations, children's games, and an authentic General Store. This is a fund raiser for the preservation of Peterboro's historic buildings. Saturday, 10 am ~ 5 pm, Sunday, 10 am ~ 4 pm, Adults $7, Children 6-12 $3, Under 6 yrs free
18	Bass Season Opens Madison County 800-684-7320 info@madisontourism.com madisontourism.com/huntingfishing.pdf Purchase a fishing license and fish for this game fish in our many lakes in Madison County. While legal to fish for in most bodies of water year round, today is the opening of catch and keep fishing for Bass. Click on the link to download our hunting and fishing brochure.
19	Garden Art Show Cazenovia 315-655-0304 cazenoviaarts@aol.com Outdoor exhibition of paintings and sculpture installed throughout the formal garden and Dark Aisle arboretum of the Lorenzo State Historic Site. Rain location: South Cottage, Lorenzo. Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts. For more information, please call (315) 655-0304. No admission is charged to enter the show.
19	EUROCAR 2011 Cazenovia 315- 299-4351 rkunz@twcny.rr.com www.mgcarclub.com/cny Sunday, June 20th The MG Car Club of Central NY presents Eurocar 2010 on the graceful lawns at Lorenzo State Historic Park on Route 20 in Cazenovia, 9am-3pm, open to all vehicles and motorcycles of European make. 250 entries are expected this year. Judging, food, trophies, vendors and door prizes. Pre-reg: $7, day of show-$14, Vendors-$14 minimum charge. Generous sponsorship allows us to have free spectator admission and great awards. A major portion of our proceeds will go to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. For details or registration form, see http://www.mgcarclub.com/cny or call Deb Larkin at 315-342-3234.
19	Canal Fest 2011 Chittenango 687-3801 www.chittenangolandingcanalboatmuseum.co A family fun event filled with activities to celebrate history and the Erie Canal. Starts at 11 AM untll 5 PM at 7010 Lakeport Rd. in Chittenango. Kids games, wagon rides, clown, magician, alpacas, spinning demo, music by Canastota Community Band and chicken BBQ from noon til gone.
25	7th Annual Yellow Brick Road Run Chittenango 315-687-7114 Waites30@hotmail.com http://www.chittenangolions.org/Events/Y An 8k course through scenic Chittenango and along the historic Erie Canal. Sponsored By The Chittenango Lions Club and many other volunteers. Check In At 7:30 a.m. Free Fun Run at 8:30 Race to Start at 9:00 a.m. Starting and ending at the Chittenango Fire Barn Pre-registration $20, day of the Race Registration $25 Free Fun Run for Youths Under 16, T Shirts and Refreshments for All Runners, Electronic Timing by Chittenango Cross Country Club. Age Group Awards: 3 awards, male and female in the following age groups 12-15,16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and above
July, 2011
1—3	Cazenovia Sidewalk Festival Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@windstream.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Join us at the annual Cazenovia Sidewalk sale. SALES! SALES! SALES! Magician, Face Painting, Balloons plus great food and fun at the Farmers Market. You will find something for everyone! Think Global Buy Local.
2—3	CAVAC 36th Annual Arts and Crafts Show Cazenovia 315-655-9798 www.Cavacambulance.org CAVAC presents it's 35th annual ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW. We have 130 of the finest northeast crafters and artisans coming in from several states that will be displaying and selling their hand crafted products. Our show, again, will be on the lawn of the LORENZO STATE HISTORIC SITE in Cazenovia, July 3rd from 10-5 and July 4th from 10-4. Parking and admission are FREE. Come and join us for this shoppers paradise located at the crossroads of US RT. 20 and State Rt. 13, overlooking beautiful Cazenovia Lake nestled in the hills of Madison County. Just a short scenic drive from Cortland, Syracuse, Auburn, Oneida, Rome or Utica. CAVAC relies on donations and the ARTS & CRAFT SHOW to supplement the funding of our ambulance corps to all Cazenovia area residents which includes the villages of New Woodstock, Erieville, Nelson, Delphi Falls and the town of Fenner.
2—4	July 4th Hometowntown Pride Weekend Hamilton 315-824-1111 www.hamiltonny.com/4thofjuly Hometown Pride is the theme of this year’s Independence Day celebration scheduled for the 4th of July weekend in Hamilton. Festivities begin on Saturday at Hamilton Central School and include a Chicken BBQ, the induction of this year’s honorees into the HCS Hall of Honor at 1:30pm and more. Colgate Inn will host its annual block party from 5 to 11pm that evening with children’s activities being provided by the Hamilton Optimist Club. Sunday’s tentative schedule features a farmers’ market on the village green, a parade that will reach the center of town at approximately 1pm, musical entertainment, pie eating contest, children’s games, and Fireworks at dusk on the Colgate University Campus!
2—30	Cazenovia Farmers Market Cazenovia 315-655-9243 cazchamber@alltel.net www.cazenoviachamber.com Seasonal open-air market in the heart of the historic business district. Featuring locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. Presented by the Historic Business District Committee of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce. Open 9am-4pm on Saturday in Cannon Park.
2—30	Hamilton Farmers Market Hamilton 315-824-1111 Join dozens of farmers on the village green in Hamilton and purchase the freshest farm direct foods Madison County has to offer. Open from 8am til 3pm.
2—30	Summer Flea and Farmers Market Oneida 315-280-0577 www.oneidacommons.com Join us on Saturdays this Summer, where you might just find that hidden treasure from 10am-5pm. VENDORS ~ CONCESSIONS ~ ENTERTAINMENT ~ COMMUNITY SERVICE GROUPS Located in Cedar Street Parking Lot- Oneida, NY (Behind Kallet Theater- across from Oneida Commons) RESERVED SPACE FOR CAR CRUISE-IN: 3-5PM * FLEA MARKET VENDORS: Only $15 Per Space/$25 Double. * * FARMERS & BAKERS: FREE set-up!!!! (with required permits) * * All vendors need a current NYS Sales Tax Certificate. * Park @ your space, or unload & park in Reserved Vendor Parking. * Market will be held weather permitting. *
7	3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk at Madison County Fair Brookfield 315-824-2839 southof20@wheelweb.com http://www.madisoncounty-fair.com/ Warm up for the Boiler Maker at the 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk on July 7th at 6pm at the Madison County Fair in Brookfield. Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finishers overall, along with ribbons for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in each age group. All runners who register by July 1st will receive a t-shirt (the entry fee is $15 on or before July 1st, after $20). Anyone interested in competing can download an entry form at www.madisoncounty-fair.com, phone Craig 315-824-2839 or email southof20@wheelweb.com. The Madison County Fair 5K Run/Walk is part of the 2010 Route 20 Road Challenge Run/Walk Series (http://www.nyroute20.com/RoadChallenge2010).
7—10	172nd Madison County Fair Brookfield 315-899-5836 pamela.haendle@bnymellon.com http://www.madisoncounty-fair.com/ Exhibits, Entertainment, Livestock Shows, Tractor/Truck Pulls, Demo Derby
16—17	Lorenzo Driving Competition Cazenovia 610-850-1183 mollypew1@yahoo.com www.lorenzodriving.com Join us for the 33rd annual driving competition. Horse and carriage driving competition featuring tests of skill, timing, and style. Exhibits, sales, refreshments, demonstrations. The show runs 8am until 5pm both days and admission is free.
22—24	Stockbridge Valley Balloon Rally Munnsville 315-495-6544 dcramer1@twcny.rr.com www.flyairborne.com Join Airborne Adventures and other balloonists as they lift off twice daily weather permitting from the Stockbridge Valley Community Fair and balloon rally.
23—24	Mule Days Brookfield 315-899-6286 muleshoe99@aol.com Mule and Donkey open show, Gymkhana Show, and trail ride.
23—24	Stockbridge Valley Community Fair Munnsville 315-495-6215 The theme of this year's Stockbridge Valley Community Fair is "Made in Munnsville" and will feature past and present items made in Munnsville and the surrounding communities. The Stockbridge Valley Community Fair, located at the Carlon Field park on Route 46, offers fun for the entire family. Two great days of fun start at 7pm on Friday with a parade from Pratts Drive south of the village to the park, followed by the opening of the community fair w/music by the Canastota Community Band. After the band at 9pm there will be Fireworks! The community fair will feature a Craft show and Flea market, antique Tractors and Steam Engines, Live Music and Entertainment, inflatable amusements and games for the kids, Eggstravaganza river race, and much more. Special Events this year include Tractor Pulls, Gladiola & Flower show, Petting zoo, Firemen's Chicken BBQ, pie contest and Hot Air Balloon Liftoff (weather permitting). A weekend of fun sponsored by the Stockbridge Valley Ruritan. and Much more. Special Events this year include Tractor Pulls on Sunday, Gladiola & Flower show, Firemen's Chicken BBQ Sunday Noon til, and Hot Air Balloon Liftoff (weather permitting). A weekend of fun sponsored by the Stockbridge Valley Ruritan. Will also have shuttle service to Gravity Fest V on East Hill Road in Munnsville.
August, 2011
11—14	DeRuyter Fireman's Fair DeRuyter 315-852-9746 www.deruyteronline.com August 12th kick off with the Tromptown run at 5:45 pm. Action packed weekend featuring Horse & cattle Shows, Fireman's Pushball, Parade on the 14th starting at 6:00 pm, Live Music and Fireworks 9:30 pm August 15th.
14—21	Madison Bouckville Antique Week Bouckville 315-893-1762 info@madisontourism.com www.bouckvilleantiques.com Several shows in the area featuring dealers of all varieties of antiques and collectibles, food and parking are both ample. This show leads into the big weekend show with over 1000 dealers on one field.
19—21	40th Annual Outdoor Madison-Bouckville Antique Show Bouckville 315-824-2462 www.bouckvilleantiqueshows.com Visit over 1000 selected dealers in one field selling antiques of every shape and size. The largest outdoor show in Upstate New York. If you can’t find it here it probably does not exist.
20—21	Syracuse Ceramic Guild 30th Annual Pottery Fair 2010 Cazenovia 315-472-5236 nbraches@hilltoppottery.com www.ceramicguild.com 30th Annual Pottery Fair 2010. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of family-friendly activities and shopping at the beautiful Stone Quarry Hill Art Park in Cazenovia, New York. Enjoy pottery demonstrations, Explore the sculpture garden, glaze your own raku, play with clay at claytown. Saturday, August 21, 10-5:00 and Sunday, August 22, 10-4:00.