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607-547-6103 • fax 607-547-6080 • 21 Railroad Ave., Cooperstown NY 13326
SUMMER ON LAKE OTSEGO!
Bask in the natural splendor of Otsego Lake in the glow of summer while you enjoy an al fresco lunch or dinner at the water’s edge with what The New York Times has called “the area’s best dishes.” Open Daily 11am to 10pm Dinner Reservations highly recommended 607-547-7496
A Compelling Collection of Unique Clothing, Gifts and Accessories Open Daily 9am to 10pm 607-547-2543
Experience the beauty of the Lake out on the water with rental boats by the hour to the full day. From Paddleboards, Canoes and Kayaks to Fishing Boats and Party Barges, we have you covered! Open Daily from 9am to 5pm Boat Rental Reservations 607-547-2581
ALL AT ONE LAKESIDE LOCATION OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK! SAM SMITH’S BOATYARD 2.5 miles north of Cooperstown on West Lake Road (Route 80) 607-547-2543
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Take the cloud car out for a spin. Mention this ad and save 10% on our legendary lineup of classic toys from the 50s through 90s. 51 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown 312.925.3461 | toysoffame.com toysoffame@gmail.com
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Clothes aren’t going to change the world, the women who wear them will…
To complete any stylish wardrobe, we have it all… Shoes, clothing and all the accessories you deserve for your own style.
LJ’S SASSY BOUTIQUE 165 Main Street, Cooperstown • 607-547-6141 Upper Main Street, by the traffic light Tues - Fri 10 am to 5 pm • Sat 10 am to 4 pm A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/5
Saturdays: 8 AM to 2 PM Tuesdays: 12 to 5 PM 101 Main St/Pioneer Alley | CooperstownFarmersMarket.org
Reiss CaR Wash
autOMatic tOucHleSS laSer waSH
Ride and Shine! Next to DReams PaRk 4542 State Hwy 28, Milford Open 6 am to 10 pm reissmoving@gmail.com
Cooperstown Wine & Spirits
20% off 12 bottles of wine Monday to Thursday 10 to 7 Friday and Saturday 10 to 8 Sunday 12 to 7
45 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown 607.547.8100 6/A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE
Shop Here. Eat Here. Play Here. Live Here.
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oin us for an elegant catered dinner cruise on the historic Otsego Lake. Launching from the Village Docks at Lakefront Park, our vessel accommodates up to 10 passengers. Reserve a seat at our table, or reserve the entire craft for your private event. We offer a daily dinner cruise from Memorial Weekend through Columbus Weekend or can customize an event specifically for you. Whatever your desire, sit back, relax, and let us provide you with a memorable cruise upon the magical setting of Otsego Lake.
For reservations, visit www.cooperstowncruise.com
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Great Food • Full Bar Live Music & Karaoke Relaxing Atmosphere Great for groups! Open Monday - Saturday
a little bit of country in the heart of
Oneonta
18 Water St • Oneonta • 607-267-4898
J D’s
Health Food Market
Locally owned · Established 1991 Organic Produce • Meats • Fish • Dairy • Bulk Food Selection • Herbs and Spices • Gluten-Free • Vitamins • Supplements • Natural Pet Products • Specials • Organic Gluten-Free Beer
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We use local and organic ingredients! breakfast • paninis • wraps • juice bar Daily Specials CAFE OPEN 9-5 M-SAT, 10-4 SUN
4 Market Street • Oneonta • 607-432-6600 • www.greenearthoneonta.com Monday – Friday 8 am to 8 pm • Saturday 8 am to 7 pm • Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
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SHOPPING DINING MOVIES Welcome to Southside Mall!
We’ve got what you need, the big name shops as well as tons of specialty shops in-between.
We are proud to support and help develop the ONEONTA COMMUNITY! Bath & Body Works • Black Tree Books • Claire’s Accessories • Cutting Crew GameStop • GNC • Harmony Martial Arts & Fitness • Kay Jewelers Maurices • Meyers Cabinetry • Mt. Fuji Japanese Restaurant Payless ShoeSource • Piercing Pagoda • Rent-A-Center Shades of Distinction • Southside Cinemas • Sunburst Reflections
5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta • 607-432-4401 www.shopsouthsidemall.com A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/11
Cooperstown Arts! Cooperstown Art Association Galleries Hours: Daily 11 - 4pm. Sunday 1 - 4pm Closed Tues. Labor Day - Memorial Day Compelling Art Exhibits Gallery Shop Classes Special Events
Contact: (607) 547-9777 22 Main St. Cooperstown, NY 13326 www.cooperstownart.com
The Smithy Gallery & Clay Studio Gallery Hours: Seasonal, May - August Tues. - Sat. 10 - 5pm. Sunday 12 - 5pm 3 Floors of Art Pottery Year-Round
Contact: (607) 547-8671 55 Pioneer St. Cooperstown, NY 13326
Clay Studio Shop
www.smithyarts.org
Special Events
Explore the power of the past! Take a guided tour of an historic water- and steam-powered sawmill, gristmill and woodworking shop
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Northeast Classic Car Museum 24 Rexford Street Norwich, NY 13815 607-334-2886 www.classiccarmuseum.org
Largest Car Museum in Northeast USA
With over 170 Cars and 30 Motorcycles on display
Open 9am-5pm Everyday!
Cars & Motorcycles from 1899-1985
WWI & WWII Airplane Engines Vintage Fashions Barn Finds Gas Pumps Group Rates Gift Shop Free Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Scooters Available Take a country drive back in time. Just an hour from Cooperstown!
We’ll take your photo in the Model T for free! ADMISSION Adult $10 6-18 Yrs $ 5 Under 6 FREE Members FREE
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COOPERSTOWN BLUES EXPRESS Saturday nights · May 19 thru October 6 - 7 pm Adults $20 · Passengers must be 21 with valid ID Reservations please call: 607-353-8030
COOPERSTOWN SUMMER TRAINS
Saturdays: July 7, August 4 and September 1 1 pm and 2:30 pm • Reservations (607) 432-2429
2018 REgULAR TRAINS
Thursdays only: June 7 thru August 30 • (607) 432-2429
TRAIN ROBBERIES
Saturdays: June 30, July 14 & 28, Aug. 11 & 25 , Sept. 22 and 0ct 6 at 1 pm • Reservations (607) 432-2429 136 East Main St., Milford • www.lrhs.com
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Cooper Country Crafts
Fine locally produced handcrafts from the HEART of NY
2 DoubleDay Court • Cooperstown DaIly 10 am to 5 pm
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The Cherry BranCh Gallery June 2 - 24
Between Black and White J u n e 3 0 - J u ly 2 9
Collaborations
August 4 - 26
Abstract Architecture Through the Lens september 8 - 30
Elizabeth Schula: Watership OctOber 13 - 28
Vintage Views of the Valley nOvember 3 - 25
From the Ground Up: Clay Forms December 1 - 20
Holiday Market
gAllery hOurs: thurs - sun, nOOn tO 6 pm 25 mAin st, cherry vAlley | 607-264-9530 | infO@cherrybrAnchgAllery.cOm www.cherrybrAnchgAllery.cOm
Cooperstown Natural Foods
A full-service grocery store featuring natural and organic products Organic produce, Organic meats, Local products, Natural supplements, Natural health and beauty aids, Many gluten-free and casein-free foods, Vegan ingredients galore! Specialty/gourmet items Monday-Friday 10 am to 6 pm Saturday 9 am to 2 pm • Closed Sunday 61 Linden Avenue, Cooperstown (Just past the high school) 607-547-8613
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The Cooperstown 1890 Map
Framed Archival Prints from Cooperstown, New York Cooperstown1890Map.com
What are you reading this summer? Willis Monie Books 139 Main st., Cooperstown 607-547-8363 • www.wilmonie.com
Open daily 10 am tO 10 pm June 1 thru labOr day
Free iCe Cream when you buy a round of golf every Thursday after 7 pm! Then stay for the fireworks! b’day parties · Wild West laser tag · Spin art · Gem panning bbQ tent reservations · hand-build a teddy bear Shop
4 miles south of Cooperstown on State rte 28 607-547-8330 · www.barnyardswing.com A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/17
shop locally at the
Oneonta Farmers’ Market
local meats • delicious farm-fresh foods poultry • fresh fruits & vegetables baked goods • fresh flowers/plants OutdOOr on Muller Plaza Saturdays, May through October, 9 am to 1 pm INdOOr Markets Main Street Walkway Saturdays, November through April, 9 am to 1 pm oneontafarmersmarket.org Muller Plaza | like us on facebook
Church and Chestnut Oneonta www.oneontalaundry.com
Pick up & drop off service available
Call or Text 607-435-9417 or 845-742-0666
Credit/Debit and Cash In the Dollar General Plaza on the corner of Church and Chestnut streets Enter into your GPS 5 Church or 76 Chestnut, Oneonta Open 7 am to 10 pm Find us on Yelp! and FaceBook 18/A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE
LOCaL IS Better! • Local roots • true to our farmers and local producers • Local sources guarantee the freshness of our ingredients Recognizing that local farms continue to struggle, we feel that it is necessary to do our part to help. Our supplier network continually grows as we reach out to local producers, helping maintain our agricultural community. We believe that by using local meats and produce, we are able to offer you a fresher product. You also have the benefit of knowing the source of your foods, supporting our region’s rural landscapes, and preserving the future of working farms.
Our local providers include beef, produce, and also from our own gardens!
337 Chestnut Street, Oneonta 607-267-4779 www.sloansnewyorkgrill.com A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/19
Now at two locatioNs 155 Main Street, Oneonta 607-432-1020
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124 Main Street, Cooperstown Open 10 am - 8 pm For your convenience
We have the treasures you didn’t know you wanted! Fair trade, Made in America Jewelry Stonewall foods Halladay dips Specialty chocolates
Family Fun Day Is a Gas Tank Away Purchase an adult admission and get one child admission free with this ad.
2018 Good Life Guide Expires 03-31-19
1 Utica Zoo Way, Utica • 315-738-0472 • www.uticazoo.org
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Authentic Taste of Italy in a Restored Train Station AAA 3-DiAmonD RAting since 2001
Appetizers · Salads · Chicken and Veal Dishes Pasta · Steaks · Seafood · Pizza Large groups welcome in our banquet facilities with proper notice · Large party pricing available Free parking · WiFi OPEN Mon - Sat 5 pm to closing · Closed Sunday Reservations are highly recommended! 58-60 Market St, Oneonta · 20 minutes from Cooperstown 607-433-7646 · www.stellalunas.com
Quick, Convenient Care Is in Your Neighborhood Five Star Urgent Care is here to help save the day in Otsego County.
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5001 NY-23 Oneonta, NY 13820 (607) 376-5346 FiveStarUC.com
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Cooperstown world Vil l age gal l ery Cultural Gifts • Jewelry • Gems • fossils & Crystals
The whole world in one gifT sTore! 52 Pioneer Street, CooPerStown 518-366-3400 • on faCebook
Church & Scott Pharmacy
5396 State Hwy 28 Cooperstown
607-547-1228 TRY OUR DRUGSTORE FIRST
Seasonal Seed-to-Table Food Truck and Greenhouse Cafe
at Carefree Gardens · 558 Beaver Meadow Road, Cooperstown www.celebrateorigins.com • cafe | 607-437-2862
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Celebrate Summer Two Ways!
73 Main Street, Cooperstown 607-282-4374 • Eclectic Giftware and Accessories • Local Draft Beers on Tap, Handcrafted Cocktails and Cooperstown’s “Hippest” Lounge • Exciting Sandwiches and Appetizers • Live Music on Weekends • Open Mon to Sat 10 am to 10 pm Sunday 10 am to 10 pm
11 Railroad Ave, Cooperstown CooperstownDistillery.com 607.282.4246 Open Monday to Saturday 10 am to 6 pm Sunday Noon am to 5 pm A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/23
Where you can find quality wood bats and unique novelty items that you won’t find anywhere else
4924 State Route 28 Cooperstown, NY 13326
thewoodbatfactory.com 24/A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE
Fudge • ICe CreaM • gIFtS Scooping and pouring for over 30 years!
Tin Bin Alley
A refreshing step away from everything baseball! • Chocolates • Fresh Store-made Fudge • Gifford’s Premium Ice Cream • Beekman 1802 Products • Nostalgic Candy
• Fresh Roasted Nuts • Jelly Bellies • Vintage Signs • Jewelry and Handbags • Exclusive Tervis Tumbler!
114 Main Street • Cooperstown • 607-547-5565 www.tinbinalley.com • Like us on facebook
Japanese & CHInese
speCIal sale on ClassIC Rolls
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tigerasiancuisineoneonta.com
Take ouT and delIveRy avaIlable In oneonTa Monday-Thursday: 11 am - 10 pm Friday & saturday: 11 am - 11 pm sunday: noon - 9:30 pm
607-441-3396 • 607-441-3397 195 Main street, oneonta A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/25
Shirts hats Trading Cards Posters Trophies Totes Lanyards The
607-432-5259
Pony Farm Road VP 330 Oneonta, NY 13820
www.thevillageprinter.com 24 beers on tap!
195 Main St., Oneonta #juglife 26/A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE
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Providing our community with all of your hospitality needs wedding & banquet services Meeting sPace · extended stays weekend getaways · restaurant & Pub
5206 State Hwy 23, Oneonta · 607-433-2250 www.ourtowncafeoneonta.com
You’ll feel at home here no matter where you’re from Full Grocery Store • Department Store Pharmacy • Tire & Lube Express • Electronics
Coming soon:
Southside Drive Oneonta 607-431-9557 24 hours a day 7 days a week A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/27
Earlville Opera House's 47 Season presents th
2018 Main Stage Series 6/15
Fri. 6/1, 8pm - The Mammals - $27/$25/$10 Fri. 6/15, 7pm - Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience $27/$25/$10 Sat. 7/21, 7pm - Darrell Scott - $45/$40/$10
6/1 7/28 7/21
Sat. 7/28, 7pm - Jenn Schott and Tiff Goss - $20/$18/$10 2pm Songwriting Workshop- Watch for details!
8/10
Fri. 8/3, 7pm - Matt Nakoa - $25/$23/$10
8/3 8/25
Sat. 8/10, 8pm - Old Blind Dogs - $30/$27/$10 Sat. 8/25, 7pm - Dar Williams - $42/$38/$10 9/1
Fri. 9/1, 7pm - Carolyn Wonderland - $30/$27/$10 Fri. 9/21, 7pm - Gathering Time, A Tribute to Crosby, Stills & Nash and Joni Mitchell - $25/$23/$10 Fri. 11/2, 7pm - Subdudes - $45/$40/$10
9/21
11/2 11/16 11/9
Fri. 11/9, 7pm - Mary Gauthier - $33/$30/$10 Fri. 11/16, 7pm - Nordic Fiddlers Bloc - $20/$18/$10 Sun. 12/16, 2pm - Gibson Brothers "Northern Country Xmas" - $40/$36/$10 Premiums apply to the first four rows. College students half off general admission with ID. All youth tickets $10 (17 and under).
Courtyard Series Sat. 7/7, 7pm - Shawna Caspi // $20/$18/$10 2pm Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop- Watch for details!
Sat. 8/18, 3pm - Reyna Stagnaro // $10 Sat. 7/14, 1-3pm - Blaze and Barker // Donation event Thank you to our sponsors!
12/16
Arts Cafe Series Fri. 10/5, 7pm - Dove Creek $15/$13/$10 Fri. 10/19, 7pm - Whispering Tree $20/$18/$10 Fri. 12/7, 7pm - Hamilton Ramblers $15/$13/$10
Ask us about our Save-A-Seat Campaign!
R.C. Smith Foundation
www.earlvilleoperahouse.com ~ 315.691.3550// 18 East Main St.
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Serving Creative Interpretations of Classic Favorites in a Casual Setting
Table The
at Fort Plain
Menu changes daily with fresh and local ingredients Reservations strongly encouraged
Open for dinner Wed - Sat at 5 pm 518-993-8065 | 70 Canal Street | Fort Plain A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE/29
Home Games. Be There!
Home games – 7 pm · Sunday games – 5 pm July 4th game – 6 pm · Doubleheaders – TBA
June June 4........ Saugerties Stallions June 8................. Utica Blue Sox June 9........... Albany Dutchman June 14........Glens Falls Dragons June 20......... Albany Dutchman June 21....... Glens Falls Dragons June 23...... Saugerties Stallions June 27..........Albany Dutchman June 30... Amsterdam Mohawks
July July 2........Jamestown Jammers July 3................Elmira Pioneers
July 4...... Amsterdam Mohawks July 6......... Saugerties Stallions July 9... Amersterdam Mohawks July 10........ Glens Falls Dragons July 12........Saugerties Stallions July 14..............Elmira Pioneers July 21...............Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs July 23.......... Albany Dutchman July 25......... Watertown Rapids July 26.... Amsterdam Mohawks July 27....... Saugerties Stallions July 30................ Utica Blue Sox July 31........ Glens Falls Dragons
CLEATS & EATS CAFE! Open 11 am Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays! Lunch and dinner!
HISTORIC DAMASCHKE FIELD 15 JAMES GEORGESON AVE. ONEONTA WWW.ONEONTAOUTLAWS.COM 607-432-6326 30/A GUIDE TO THE GOOD LIFE
A morning without coffee is like sleep --Author Unknown
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isit the only true coffee house in the Oneonta and Cooperstown area. Come on in, pull up a chair and become a part of OUR community that only a coffee house can foster. FREE wireless internet. Fresh Brooklyn Bagels • Handmade Cream Cheeses • Micro Roasted Coffee Handmade Sandwiches & Salads All Natural Meats • Much, Much More! Come in for a cup, stay for the conversation.
visitususon onfacebook facebook visit Raising the bar on the www.the-latte-lounge.com www.latteloungeoneonta.com
196 Main St., Oneonta 432-6244
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