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Otsego 2000 is hosting its first ever Paint the Point art event.

Local artists will paint any aspect of Brookwood Point that catches their eye. The public is invited to explore the gardens and to watch the artists at work. The resulting pieces will be available for sale at the Cooperstown Art Association. Held 7 a.m. dusk, Saturday and Sunday, August 6 and 7. Brookwood Point, 6000 State Rte 80, Cooperstown. 607547-2366 or visit otsegolandtrust. org/calendar/paint-the-point

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Local artists in drag will guide guests through the mansion that was once the center of the 60,000-acre estate owned by the Clarke family at the north end of Otsego Lake. The evening will include a drag show, live music, dancing, and signature cocktails. Open to ages 21 and over.

Tickets are $30 for general admission. Held Saturday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m. Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park Rd., Cooperstown. Visit HydeHall.org

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Explore the history of Otsego Lake back when the Haudenosaunee lived in this area in the exhibit Otsego: A Meeting Place. Museum teachers will answer questions at the original Seneca log house and the reproduction Mohawk bark house. Open

house 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a guided tour beginning at 2 p.m. Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. Friday, August 5. https://www.fenimoreartmuseum.org/

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Support the Iroquois Museum at Roots, Rhythm, & Ale benefit concert featuring the ‘Rubber Band’ performing Cajun and Zydecoflavored music with a jam-band twist. Food trucks and outdoor fun for the whole family. 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday, August 5 at the Iroquois Indian Museum, 324 Caverns Rd., Howes Cave. www.iroquoismuseum.org

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Head out to Neahwa Park for a free production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing as presented

by Bigger Dreams Productions.

Donations graciously accepted.

Held at 6 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, August 5, 6, and 7 at the bandstand in Neahwa Park, Oneonta. Rain location: Foothills Performing Arts Center, Oneonta.

Visit biggerdreamsproductions.org for info.

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Why is Hyde Hall using a drag show to share history this weekend?

The answer is simple: why not?

It’s a little-known fact that historians like to have fun and experiment with ways of sharing the rich past with the public. A piece of Hyde Hall’s mission is to develop inclusive educational programs and events that help diverse audiences explore, appreciate, and understand history. To meet this portion of the mission, the museum has been developing various tours, recreated historic dinners, historic lighting and cocktail programs, folklore and ghost events, musical experiences, and now, a drag show.

Hyde Hall in Drag explores nuances of the potency of the human experience and helps outline what happened on northern Otsego Lake over 200 years ago.

Hyde Hall’s Executive Director Jonathan Maney says that “making the past relevant to a more diverse audience requires new approaches and new thinking. Our goal is to expand the appeal of Hyde Hall to everyone in new ways.” He adds that “I hope everyone will join us for a fun night of entertainment and storytelling.”

As an art form, drag consciously bends society’s rules about gender for personal expression, entertainment, art, political or social statements, and to help tell stories. One of the reasons stories are so important is that they are a major way that we learn about the past. However, the past is frequently shared in repetitive, sterile, and impersonal ways. History is a collection of dynamic events and personal narratives that are full of drama and emotions, and Hyde Hall’s goal is to encourage the exploration of themes that are often neglected and waiting to be studied.

Drag shows are typically joyous events where audience members can suspend reality for a moment. Hyde Hall’s objective is that this new event will provide a space for audiences to open up to the possibility of exploring another time and space, and learn more about the area’s history.

The program will take the audience through Hyde Hall’s early years and illustrate how an English country house came to be in rural Upstate New York in the early 19th century. Local artists will help bring the characters from the house’s past to life while mixing in more traditional drag performances. There will be themed signature cocktails, live music, and history to explore.

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Hyde Hall Continued from page 3 Drag is an ancient art form used in Egyptian temples, Greek dramas, medieval pageant plays, and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Today it has evolved into an act of personal expression and fosters a culture of inclusion, and gender identity has become less central to the art. Regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, or gender identity, the drag community has a place for everyone. The art encourages creativity, reveals personal authenticity, helps artists have a cathartic experience and overcome barriers or fears, provides a space for vulnerable self-expression, and communicates universal truths.

“We find elements of drag everywhere in the past,” says Hyde Hall Marketing Manager John Henry Aborn. “Drag can be putting on a look to provoke a reaction. Clothing during the 1830s — when Hyde Hall was completed — was dramatic and mercurial. The period saw styles for men and women beginning to coalesce and dissolve the gender binary, with exaggerated shapes and silhouettes of hats, bonnets, hairstyles, coats, and gowns.”

First time going to a drag show?

For those experiencing a drag show for the first time, there are a few things to expect. Performances are diverse and routines can include a variety of elements. A typical drag show can include singing or lip-synching to songs with a choreographed dance, pantomime, comedic skits, audience interaction, cabaret, burlesque, group numbers, or a combination of any of the above. Drag performers work meticulously preparing their looks with elaborate clothing, hair, jewelry, and makeup. Drag shows, as we see them today, are hosted at bars or clubs, but have expanded to other venues as their popularity grows.

During the show, it’s appropriate — and encouraged — to tip the drag performers. They are often freelance artists and will greatly appreciate your contribution.

Elaborate costumes, makeup, wigs, props, and accessories are expensive and your support can help performers provide the best possible experience for the evening.

Make sure you have dollar bills ready, but your support can go further than cash tips. By encouraging the artists and cheering them on, everyone will be sure to have a good time. Also, be mindful to behave in such a way that makes the performers and members of the audience feel comfortable or safe, and remember that consent is key.

This event is unlike anything that the historic site has offered before. The museum eagerly welcomes audiences into the Hyde Hall experience as a space for everyone.

Tickets are available online.

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Music on Main

If you take a stroll down Main Street in Cooperstown, and you happen to hear what sounds like live music coming from somewhere, be sure to make your way to Pioneer Park at the intersection of Main and Pioneer streets. Local musicians have been known to set up and play just for the fun of it.

On Monday, August 1, we caught Tim and Friends playing a few of your favorite tunes, including covers of the Beatles, R.E.M., Sting, Grateful Dead and others.

All concerts are free, and for the most part, unscheduled.

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At the Beautiful Oneonta Country Club

You are cordially invited to attend the OCCC’s

36th Annual Golf Outing August 12th

Norman Rockwell, (1894–1978), New Kids in the Neighborhood, 1967.

Norman Rockwell Museum Trust, Licensed by Norman Rockwell Family Agency. All rights reserved.

Through September 18

9:30am Shotgun Start Breakfast, Lunch, and Cart Included!

RESERVE YOUR GROUP TODAY!

Prizes, Raffle Tickets, Longest Drive, Straightest Drive, Putting Contest, Closest to the Pin, and more!

To register, please Contact Katrina Van Zandt at kvanzandt@otsegocc.com or call us at 607-432-4500.

310 Genesee Street, Utica, New York 315-797-0000 | mwpai.org

We thank our exhibition sponsors Christian and Cheryl Heilmann, Elizabeth R. Lemieux, Ph.D., Family of F. X. Matt II, Joseph Abraham, The John and Cynthia DeTraglia Fund of the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, P. J. Green, Inc., Dr. W. Anthony and Carol B. Mandour, Nye and Company Auctioneers / Appraisers, and the Hon. Joan E. Shkane (ret.).

Norman Rockwell has been organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

Media sponsorship has been provided by Curtis Licensing, a division of The Saturday Evening Post.

®I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission.

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A complete Guide to Staff Picks Our best bets for local dining

what’s fun in OtsegO COunty _________ The Fly Creek General Store

6212 State Hwy 28, Fly Creek 607-547-7274

There are plenty of good reasons, other than dining, Send calendar items to stop in at the Fly Creek General Store. You can fill your gas tank, buy some locally made jams and pickles, a souvenir t-shirt, fresh eggs and produce, a copy of The Freeman’s Journal, or maybe a fishing rod or three for a quick outing with the kids.

The Husband and I go here for the excellent breakfast sandwiches. All are combinations of eggs, cheese, bacon, or sausage, on a bagel, English muffin, toast, or croissant.

I also frequently swing by for a quick lunch to bring to the office.

When it’s not so hot outside, I get a big cup of their house-made hot soup, or if I don’t like the soup choice, I go for my favorite — their mac and cheese.

For summertime choices, tothey info@allotsego.com have a full menu of deli options, hot and cold.

Their pulled pork is delicious. A BLT is always a good pick, on rye toast of course. If I am in a hurry, I get a small container of their chicken/cranberry/walnut salad with the coleslaw, macaroni or potato salad in the fridge already packaged to go.

If you have more time to linger than I do, they do have limited seating inside and out.

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OTSEGO COUNTY FAIR – 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Come enjoy music, rides, food, exhibits, and much more at the Otsego County Fair. Otsego County Fair Grounds, 469 Mill St., Morris.

607-263-5289.

ARTIST TALK – 4 p.m.

Local artists discuss current exhibit ‘The Setting: Of Land

and Dreams.’ The Art Garage, 689 Beaver Meadow Rd., Cooperstown. 315-750-9607.

CONCERT – 7 p.m. Enjoy performance by acoustic folk duo The Brother Brothers.

Tickets, $15/non-member.

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SHAKESPEARE – 7 p.m. Enjoy a production of Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo & Juliet,’ the classic tale of tragic young love. Cost, $18/non-member. Glimmer Globe Theater, Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. 607-547-1400.

CONCERT SERIES – 7 p.m. Bring the kids, a chair and some blankets for fun evening featuring a performance by Off the Record. By the bandstand, Neahwa Park, Oneonta. 607-432-0680.

►Friday, August 5 OTSEGO COUNTY FAIR – 10 a.m. 9 p.m. Come enjoy music, rides, food, exhibits, and much more. See Thursday, listing.

OPEN HOUSE – 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Learn about the Haudenosaunee who called this area home. Exhibit features an original Seneca log house and a reproduction Mohawk bark house with museum teachers on hand to answer questions and give insight into the enduring legacy of the Haudenosaunee and the changing landscape of Central New York. A guided tour will depart the museum kiosk at 2 p.m. Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. 607-547-1400.

FUNDRAISER – 4 p.m. Support museum and enjoy fun evening of Roots, Rhythm & Ale. Features the Rubber Band performing Cajun and Zydeco- flavored music with a jam-band twist. There will also be food trucks, and outdoor family fun. Iroquois Museum, 324 Caverns Rd., Howes Cave. 518-296-8949.

OPENING RECEPTION – 5 - 7 p.m.

View new works from returning Oneonta Artist Cynthia Marsh. Marsh once painted the murals around Oneonta before moving to Colorado including the mural ‘First People’ on Water St., Oneonta.

Her new works are inspired by the ideas that came during the pandemic which she is now sharing with our community.

Held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center, Oneonta. 607-431-2080.

THEATER – 6 p.m. Enjoy free performance of Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ by the cast at Bigger Dreams Productions. Donations appreciated. At the Bandstand, Neahwa Park, Oneonta. Visit facebook.com/biggerdreamsproductions/ CONCERT – 6 p.m. Dance to the tunes of the Valley Rockers performing classic rock, country and funk. Food trucks will be on-site at 6, music starts

at 7. VanHornesville Village Park. 315858-2597.

CONCERT – 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a musical exploration with band ‘Shatter on Impact’ featuring Blake Fleming, Evan Jagels, and Amar Sastry. The Star Theater, 44 Main St., Cherry Valley. Visit cvartworks.org CONTRADANCE – 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Enjoy a fun social dance with the Otsego Dance Society. Will feature music by Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus with Bob Nicholson of Syracuse calling the dances. Suggested donation, $8/ adult. New location at Cornfield Hall, 655 Co. Rd. 26, Fly Creek. Visit otsegodancesociety.weebly.com

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►Saturday, August 6 PAINT THE POINT – 7 a.m. - Dusk.

The public is invited to walk the gardens and view artists at work as they paint Brookwood Point. Resulting pieces will be on sale with the Cooperstown Art Association. Brookwood Point, 6000 St. Rte. 80, Cooperstown. 607-547-2366.

ZUCCHINI DAY – 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Celebrate National Zucchini Day with the Cooperstown Farmers’ Market and Otsego 2000. The day will include the 8th annual zucchini races where children will decorate a zucchini, attach tires and race each other. There will also be recipes available and an opportunity to donate gardeners’ excess to the Cooperstown Food Pantry.

Cooperstown Farmers’ Market, 101 Main St., Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown.

607-547-8881.

OTSEGO COUNTY FAIR – 10 a.m. 9 p.m. Come enjoy music, rides, food, exhibits, and much more. See Thursday, listing.

OPEN HOUSE – 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Learn about the Haudenosaunee who called this area home. See Friday listing.

EXHIBIT TOUR – 10 - 11 a.m.

Grandparents and grandchildren are invited to join special tour with Victoria Wyeth, grandaughter of artist Andrew Wyeth to explore exhibition ‘Drawn from Life: Complimentary.

Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown.

607-547-1400.

SUMMER SERIES – 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Bring the kids down to the Sidney Rotary Club ‘Big Rig Day’ featuring fun crafts, activities, demonstrations and a giveaway. Hosted at the Cullman Center, 90 West Rd., Sidney. 607-435-2315.

MUSIC ON MAIN – 1 - 3 p.m. Enjoy performance by Saxalicious. Free. Pioneer Park, Main St., Cooperstown.

SO MUCH TO SEE AND DO!

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A Perfect Day on Otsego Lake The Blue Mingo Grill Lake Otsego’s only open-air lakeside dining spot offers creative grill cuisine on its Adirondack porches at the water’s edge. Inspired by a multitude of international cuisines, the Blue Mingo Offers an eclectic menu that The New York Times has calleD “the area’s most interesting dishes.”

(607) 547-7496

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