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Automotive

n AUTO DEALERS Burdick Ford / Toyota..........................92 Fuccillo Auto Malls.................................4 Longley Dodge....................................55 Timebuyer............................................42

n AUTO PARTS Parker’s Service (NAPA).....................50

n AUTO REPAIR Vashaw’s Collision Service..................40

n RVs Wratten’s RV.......................................64

n AUTO RENTAL SMO Services of CNY, LLC................82

Fun Things to Do

n AMUSEMENT PARK Enchanted Forest — Water Safari..... 33 Roseland Waterpark ......................... 85 Thunder Island & The Oasis.............. 13 n ATTRACTIONS Adirondack Scenic Railroad.............. 11 Cortland Country Music Park & Camproung......................... 75 Fort Ontario State Historic Site.......... 37 Kidz Club Indoor Play & Party .......... 53 Long Acre Farm’s.............................. 77 PeterPaul Recreation Park................ 67 Pole Position Raceway...................... 91 St. Lawrence County Chamber......... 32 Sterling Nature Center....................... 70 Syracuse Nationals Car Show............. 8 Talons! Birds of Prey ........................ 84 The Kallet Theater............................. 51 The Windmill ..................................... 78 Town of Long Lake............................ 66 Tri R Karts......................................... 52 USS Slater......................................... 33 VisitOswegoNY.com............................ 9 Wonder Works................................... 91 n AUTO RACING Oswego Speedway............................ 39 n BALLOONING Airborne Adventures Ballooning........ 31 n CAMPS Jewish Community Center................. 25 n CASINOS Akwesasne Mohawk Casino................ 8 Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel.......... 27 n FAIR & FESTIVALS Brockway Motor Truck Show............. 74 Fall Harvest Jamboree...................... 23 Hammondsport Festival of Crafts...... 77 Harborfest.......................................... 31 Herkimer County Fair........................ 23

Ithaca Celtic Festival......................... 15 Lavender Festival.............................. 68 Madison County Fair......................... 84 NYS Old Tyme Fiddlers..................... 31 NYS Woodsmen Field Days.............. 66 Oswego County Fair.......................... 24 n GARDENS Sonnenberg Gardens........................ 78 n GOLFING Battle Island Clubhouse & Golf.......... 13 Evergreen Hills Golf Course.............. 13 Fillmore Golf Club.............................. 13 Seneca Golf Club.............................. 13 n MUSEUMS Cortland County Museum ................. 75 Friends of History in Fulton/ Pratt Museum......................... 55 Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum.................................. 79 H. Lee White Marine Museum & Gift Store................................ 43 Safe Haven Museum......................... 40 Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum........ 69 Stickley Museum............................... 83 The Jell-o Gallery.............................. 79 THE MOST........................................ 80 n OUTDOORS Camillus Erie Canal Park................... 81 Salmon Hills Outdoor Adventure....... 29 Talons! Birds of Prey ........................ 84 n RETREAT Apple Country Retreat....................... 77 n SKY DIVING Finger Lakes Skydivers....................... 8 n TOURS D & A Tours....................................... 42 Great Lakes Trolley Co...................... 38 Quality Tours..................................... 76

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Farm & Garden

n FARM GARDEN Deaton’s Agway................................. 51 Don’s Sales & Service....................... 56 n FARM MARKET / U-PICK Abbott Farms..................................... 81 CNY Regional Market.......................... 5 Godfrey’s Last Stand......................... 54 Hencle’s Berry Patch......................... 80

Ontario Orchards............................... 23 Pulaski Farmer’s Market.................... 44 Reakes Country Goods..................... 75 The Green House Effect.................... 52 n LANDSCAPING / NURSERY Baker’s Acres.................................... 75 Cross Creek Nursery......................... 29 Trust Nursery..................................... 51

Gifts & Specialties

n ANTIQUES Geneva Antique Co-op...................... 17 Hillside Antique Flea Markets............ 45 Syracuse Antiques Exchange............ 17 The Colonial Housefitter.................... 81 The Gingham Patch........................... 84 The Great American Antique Fest..... 17 The Heckled Hen............................... 17 Weeden’s Mini Mall........................... 67 n DEPARTMENT STORE Real Deals......................................... 52 n GIFTS & SPECIALTIES SHOPS Articles............................................... 83 Blue Schooner Gift Shop................... 84 Buttercup Cheese.............................. 60 Edible Arrangements........................... 9 Friendship Thrift Shop....................... 65 H. Lee White Marine Museum & Gift Store................................ 43 Harbor Towne Gifts & Souvenirs....... 35

Hoss’s Country Corner...................... 67 Lowville Producers Dairy Cooperative Inc...................... 11 Mary’s Needleart Supplies & Frames................................... 65 Mountain Ash Elk Ranch................... 63 Ol’ Factory Soaps & Scents & Lavender Festival................... 68 Pomodoro.......................................... 79 Reakes Country Goods..................... 75 River Rat Cheese.............................. 73 Santa’s Redemption Center & Thrift Shoppe.......................... 41 The Comic Shop................................ 35 The Sports Outfit............................... 81 Woody’s Tackle & Gifts..................... 49 n JEWELERS J P Jewelers...................................... 42 n KNITTING Yarn Cupboard.................................. 80

Health & Fitness

n HEALTH & FITNESS Associated Dental Arts...................... 39 Bayview Wellness Center & Spa....... 78

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield......... 89 Oswego Health.................................. 43

Home Improvement

n HOME IMPROVEMENT Burke’s Home Center........................ 42 Deaton Ace Building & Home Ctr...... 51 I Wood Care Log Home..................... 27 Finger Lakes Garage Door / Finger Lakes Construction...... 33 Lakeshore Hardwoods....................... 49 North Country Storage Barns............ 64 O.D. Greene Lumber Co., Inc............ 72

Parish Hardware, LLC....................... 62 Parker’s Excavating & Tree Service........................... 50 Pro-Build ........................................... 58 Shane & Sons Heating & Cooling...... 81 White’s Lumber.................................. 50 n FENCING Leaders Fence................................... 30

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W hat to See! Water Recreation

Liquor Stores n LIQUOR STORES Paura’s Discount Liquor Store........... 38

Piggers Liquor Store/ C&B Farm Market................... 41 Pulaski Wine & Spirits....................... 52

Places to Eat/Bars n DINING Alex’s on the Water........................... 12 Blue Moon /Under the Moon.............. 53 Burger King........................................ 42 Driveway Inn...................................... 54 Eddie’s Cove Bar & Grill ................... 64 Eddy’s Place...................................... 49 El Rincon Mexicano & Rio Tomatlan.70 Good Golly’s Family Restaurant........ 62 Grist Mill Restaurant.......................... 62 Jimmie James BBQ........................... 35 Jreck Subs........................................... 8 Little Sodus Inn on the Bay................ 70

Places to Stay

n BED & BREAKFAST Parks Alumni House / SUNY Cortland....................... 75 Woodlawn B&B.................................. 52

n CAMPGROUND Bear’s Sleepy Hollow......................... 49 Cheerful Valley Campground............ 78 Cherry Grove Campground............... 68 Colonial Court Campground.............. 63 Country Roads Campground............. 30 Hejamada Campground & RV Park... 32 J & J Campground............................. 57 Junius Ponds Cabins & Camp........... 79 Northbay Campground...................... 56 Stoney’s Pineville Campground......... 44 Sutter Creek Campground................. 70 Yesterday’s RV Park......................... 43 Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park............... 58 n HOTELS, MOTELS, INNS All Seasons Inn / Beacon Inn............ 41

Mimi’s Drive-In................................... 54 Mr. Sub.............................................. 50 Oak Leaf Café................................... 76 Press Box.......................................... 39 Rainbow Shores Restaurant ............. 45 River House Restaurant.................... 45 Rudy’s Lakeside Drive-In................... 41 Sandy Pond Resorts & Marina.......... 64 The Eis House................................... 57 Top This Pizza................................... 60 n ICE CREAM Colosse Cheese / Ice Cream Shop... 52

Brewerton Motel................................ 62 Butter Nut Cove Cottages.................. 72 Christy’s Motel................................... 67 Evergreen Motel................................ 40 Knights Inn — Oswego...................... 35 Knights Inn — Pulaski....................... 45 Port Lodge Motel............................... 48 Riverside Inn...................................... 56 Salmon Country Inc........................... 58 Stick’s Bar Grill Motel........................ 57 Super 8 Motel.................................... 44 Steelhead Lodge & Smokehouse...... 50 Stiefvater’s Lakeside Cottages.......... 66 Tailwater Lodge................................... 2 n RV PARK Brennan Beach ................................. 48 Holiday Harbor Resort ...................... 70 Sunset RV Park & Cabins................. 41 n RESORT Belhurst Castle.................................. 11

Real Estate Brycon Realty.................................... 48 Century 21 Galloway ........................ 36

Simeon Dewitt................................... 30

n BOATING & MARINA A & P Marina..................................... 60 Arney’s Marina................................... 68 Brewerton Boatyard........................... 61 Burt Goodnoughs Marina East.......... 63 Canal Landing Marina....................... 56 Greene Point Marina......................... 63 Mid-Lakes Erie Macedon Marina....... 79 Reiter’s Marina.................................. 64 Skaneateles Marina........................... 76 South Shore Nautical......................... 84

n CRUISES Cruise Planners................................. 22 NYS Canal Cruise............................. 36 Uncle Sam Boat Tour........................ 73 n RAFTING Hudson River Gorge.......................... 23 n SALES Dock Craft Industries......................... 32

Services & Organizations n BIRDS Talons! Birds of Prey ........................ 84 n CHAMBERS & ORGANIZATIONS Brookfield Renewable Energy........... 83 Cape Vincent C of C.......................... 73 City of Oswego.................................. 38 Clayton – 1000 Islands C of C........... 73 Greater Mexico C of C....................... 59 Onondaga Parks & Recreation............ 3 NYS Parks......................................... 85 Oswego County Promotion & Tourism................................... 34 Oswego County Stop DWI................. 30 Pulaski Eastern Shore Chamber....... 44 n CLEANING Dusting Divas.................................... 57

n HOME CONSTRUCTION Furdi’s Home Center......................... 55 n LOGGING Joseph Stolar Forestry...................... 61 n MONUMENTS Oswego County Monuments............. 34 n PEST CONTROL Ehrlich Pest Control........................... 82 n PHSYCHIC Mrs. Walkers Spiritual Psychic.......... 23

n CONTRACTING Beck, Inc............................................ 58

n PLACES TO WORSHIP 1st United Methodist Church of Fulton.................................. 34 Oswego Alliance Church................... 34 Penn Yan Bible Church..................... 34

n CONVENIENCE STORE Stewarts Shops................................. 22

n RECYCLING Novelis............................................... 88

n FINANCIAL Accurate Accounting.......................... 62 Compass Federal Credit Union......... 37 Computer Accounting Services / Canale Insurance................... 36 Eastern Shore Associates................. 90 Met Life – David Mirabito................... 54 Oswego County FCU......................... 31

n PRINTING Oswego Printing................................ 37

n FOOD / GROCERY Oak Hill Bulk Foods .......................... 76 Tops Friendly Markets....................... 21

n PROPANE Johnston’s Gas.................................. 54 n SCHOOL & TRAINING Bascol ................................................ 80 National Tractor Trailer School ......... 83 n TOBACCO Onondaga Nation Smoke Shop......... 82

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Hot Air Ballooning: an Airborne Adventure

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balloon.homestead.com Equinox Balloons in Queensbury offers rides in the Adirondacks and Lake George area. Visit the website for special offers. www.equinoxballoons.com.

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ot air ball o o n i n g o ffers bird’s-eye touring at a leisurely pace. Farm plots are tiny as postage stamps from the perspective of a hot air balloon basket and cars are mere toys. For an out-of-the-ordinary means of sightseeing, why not go up, up and away?

A Beautiful Balloon in Lake George offers both private flights and participates in events throughout the New York and the Mid-Atlantic states. Visit www.balloon-rides.com to learn more.

Catskill Mountain Balloon provides ballooning adventures to Catskills, Hudson Valley, Cooperstown, Oneonta, and other Upstate venues. The business also takes part in ballooning festivals locally and in Florida all summer. Check out www.catskillmountain-

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Balloons usually launch in early morning or late afternoon, when winds are typically calmer. It’s unsafe to attempt flight during windy weather.

Most pilots will simply reschedule a flight when this happens.

Pilots must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration and must carry insurance to offer rides to the public. Many pilots welcome help in setting up or taking down the balloon since it’s a time-intensive project.

Some will even offer a free tethered ride to volunteer helpers.

Propane, not helium, makes balloons rise. While still on the ground, pilots use large fans to blow air into the balloon. When it’s nearly full, heated air inside the envelope (the colorful part above the basket) causes the balloon to completely fill and rise. Baloonists must keep their crafts tethered to prevent them from flying away too soon. Once in the air, reducing the heated air causes the balloon

to descend.

Pilots control the flame in the burner to determine how high the balloon rises. Speed depends upon how hard the wind is blowing. To change direction, pilots ascend or descend to find a favorable air current. Pilots land wherever they can find a safe place to land. Unlike other types of aircraft, balloons cannot be precisely controlled for landing location.

Since landings can be unpredictable and possibly bumpy, you should review any medical conditions you have with the crew before purchasing a hot air balloon ride. Most companies won’t consider taking along small children for a ride since the sound of the burner or the height of the ride may frighten them. It’s also hard for small children to see over the side of the basket.

Dress as you would for the current weather. The temperature is no colder while flying in the balloon than it is on the ground. Wear sensible shoes, since the landing spot could be in a clearing in the woods, open field or other place where shoes such as high heels or flimsy sandals aren’t practical.

Although most balloon pilots have a crew follow them to the landing site, it’s good etiquette to offer your help in packing up the balloon, if possible.

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More Than a Ride on a Train!

Departing Utica’s Union Station

Scenic railway excursions throughout the spring, summer and fall.

Wine & Beer Tasting Trains with coach and first class service, dinner trains to local restaurants, day trips and weekend excursions to Thendara (just south of Old Forge) and fall foliage trips. Bring your family on our holiday trains—The Easter Bunny Express, our Family Halloween Train and the ever popular Christmas-time event, The Polar Express.

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recent survey has discovered that more than a fifth of Americans are not having an annual vacation this year due to money worries.

Research has found that many Americans are struggling to afford their yearly vacation, with many having to miss out altogether and stay at home or substitute their usual break for a wallet-friendly alternative in order to save on the cost.

A leading coupon brand, www. vouchercloud.net, conducted the study as part of wider research into vacations and spending habits in America. 1,897 U.S. citizens took part in the study, all of whom were aged 18 or over and had taken a vacation consecutively for the past five years.

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The survey initially asked, ‘Are you planning to have an annual vacation this year?” to which 22 percent confirmed they were not planning a vacation. These respondents were consequently asked, “If you are not planning a vacation, why is this?” with the opportunity to select all answers that applied. All respondents identified “money worries” as a reason for their decision not to have a vacation, with 21 percent of respondents also selecting “time constraints” and 16 percent indicating that they were “unable to get appropriate leave from work.”

The respondents who were planning to go on a vacation were asked about their destination choice, with 51 percent confirming they were planning to ‘vacation in the same place as last

year’, 28 percent choosing ‘a cheaper destination than last year’, 12 percent confirming they were ‘going somewhere new but with a similar spend to last year’ and 9 percent planning to blow the budget and book a ‘more expensive destination than last year’.

“These results are very surprising,” said Matthew Wood from vouchercloud.net. “As the economy picks up, we would expect to see more Americans taking vacations and perhaps even opting for more expensive, extravagant choices, but it seems the average family are still concerned about their finance.”

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Time to Spot (and Catch) Fireflies

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ireflies are a staple of the season in the same fashion as barbecues, lemonade and the beach.

They are one of the few members of the insect class that most people have a fondness for. While these luminescent little creatures are a mainstay of the season, few people know much about them. Cole Gilbert, a professor of entomology at Cornell University in Ithaca, shared his knowledge about these six-legged luminaires.

When is the best time to see fireflies?

The best time to see fireflies is from dusk until midnight, according to Gilbert. Most flashing occurs in the earlier part of the evening, but some species come out later. A fireflies’ light varies according to species and can have a yellow or green tint, though a human’s eye can’t tell the difference.

June and July are the best months to see fireflies. A damper spring and warmer summer may make for a more spectacular firefly season.

Lighting magic Fireflies make light by a process called bioluminescence. That’s a big word for a complex and very efficient chemical reaction that takes place inside this insect. Scientists have found a way to replicate this reaction, but they have yet to find a practical

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use for it. The chemical that makes a firefly’s light is very nasty tasting, so fireflies have very few predators and are safe to call attention to themselves by lighting up the night.

Firefly 101 Fireflies aren’t flies; they are actually beetles. In our region, there are more than a dozen species of fireflies.

Each species has its own flashing pattern, favorite time of the evening to fly about and preferred height to fly in the air.

Love is in the air Fireflies flash for a reason; they want to find a mate. Even though females can fly, they mostly remain in bushes or grasses and wait for the males. The males fly through the air and flash to attract females. When a female finds a member of her species, she responds using her specific flashing pattern. If the two find each other, they mate.

Firefly betrayal After a female is fertilized, she still may communicate with males.

However, it’s no longer about firefly love. After fertilization, females often trick males of their own species and others into becoming a snack. A female will sit in the grass and lure in a male just so she can gobble him up and use the energy to nurse her eggs. Most adult male fireflies don’t

even eat. It’s tough work being a male firefly.

The little ones Firefly eggs are laid in the summer and hatch in the spring. Contrary to popular belief, glow worms are not firefly larva. Firefly larvae are brown in color and don’t glow all over their bodies. They feed on snails and grubs, which they liquefy. They hibernate for the winter and transform into fireflies in the early summer.

Fireflies on display Catching fireflies is a favorite pastime for many children. This is a perfectly safe thing to do, given precautions are taken. To keep fireflies safe, take care when catching them, and place them in a container with air holes, moisture and greenery. As the adults don’t have to eat, food isn’t necessary. Just make sure to let them go within a day or two.

Fun firefly facts There are no fireflies in the American West. Kansas is about as far west as they live.

In New York, there are two species that don’t flash. They use chemicals to find each other.

Fireflies hide in bushes during the day.

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Flea Markets Offer Grown-up Treasure Hunt

By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

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tching for a bargain? Then check out the fabulous finds at some of the region’s flea markets. Unlike stores, flea markets provide a continual supply of unique items. Most sell antique and vintage items no longer available at retail stores. You never know what you’ll discover

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around each corner, which is half the fun.

In Oswego, Seneca Warehouse Indoor Flea Market & Auction Service sells vintage and collectible home decor and lots of furniture. The family-run business buys and sells items.

The market is open 12 to 5 p.m.

Central New York’s Regional Market Authority offers the area’s largest, year-round market at 2100 Park Street. The Sunday flea market operates from 2 to 7 p.m. But don’t forget to check out the farmers’ wares while you’re there for seasonal, local produce, baked goods and more. Visit www.cnyrma.com to learn more.

Pulaski’s Hillside Antique, Flea, and Farmers Market at 7753 state Route 3 boasts 96 indoor vendor spaces and 60 outdoors.

Antiques, household items, crafts, and local produce are all available, along with snacks and chicken barbecue. Hillside is open weekends and holidays from the first weekend in May through the end of September from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. www.hillsidefleamarkets.com In Brewerton, At the Farm, LLC at 9655 Brewerton Road, can also help you scratch your itch for deals on rainy days where outdoor bargain hunting isn’t possible. The showroom features an eclectic mix of antiques and household goods from many different vendors. Hours are Wed. through Fri. 12 to 5 p.m. and weekends

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check them out at www.atthefarmllc.com.

For more comfortable bargain hunting, wear sensible footwear and, for outdoor markets, sun screen. Some markets are cash only, so carry small denomination bills for easy transactions. Most vendors don’t mind a little friendly haggling, but don’t slash a marked price and expect the seller to agree. Instead, try, “Would you accept a lower offer of—let’s say—$40?” for an item marked $45. But not for something marked $75. Flea market vendors need to make a living, too.

Bring along an empty backpack so it’s easier to carry small items. If warranted, make a trip to the car to stow (out of sight) an item that’s hard to carry.

Flea markets are usually big. Pace yourself so you can enjoy the experience of exploring the various shelves, bins and racks for treasures. Sometimes, you may look for only minutes to find something you like; other times, it takes longer. Take breaks as needed for a snack or meal and get off your feet for a few minutes.

If you’re looking for particular items, visit flea markets often. Their stock changes frequently as they purchase estates or receive goods from their vendors.

Research items on the go through apps such as Worthpoint and eBay Mobile, Cash in the Attic and Heritage Auctions for iPad and iPhone and Antiques for Sale and Antique Finder for Android. Using these apps can help you fairly appraise the value of vintage and antique items.

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A Day with Young Kids Upstate has array of interesting, educational destination points

By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

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atching young kids on a rainy day (or sunny day, for that matter) doesn’t have to mean staying inside at home.

Opportunities abound for active and educational adventures throughout the area and beyond. Try these ideas for fun daytrips: • Syracuse’s Museum of Science and Technology (MOST) offers children a hands-on educational experience so fun that they won’t realize they’re learning. From the huge IMAX theater to the planetarium to the science-based exhibits, the kids will have a blast. Admission is $8-10 for the exhibit hall. Call 315-425-9068 or visit www.most.org for more information.

• In addition to shopping, Syracuse’s Destiny USA (www.destinyusa.com) offers numerous venues for children, including the mind-boggling WonderWorks optical illusions area, Canyon Climb Adventure ropes course, Billy Beez soft-play center, and Amazing Mirror Maze. There’s something for everyone, including

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Pole Position Raceway, inCorning Museum of Glass door electric go kart racing dubbed “the ultimate summer fun.” It’s located on the third floor of Destiny.

• In Auburn, Finger Lakes Mall’s Feocco’s Family Inflatables will wear the kids out while you relax. One admission purchases all-day access. The facility has a couple of bounce houses for small children only. The rest of the inflated bounce structures are for any aged child.

You join the fun by challenging the kids to air hockey or miniature bowling for additional fees. It’s OK to bring snacks and drinks for the children and tables are provided, but it’s a peanut-free facility. Call ahead or check its Facebook page to make sure a birthday party has not booked the entire facility during the time you want to visit. The facility is in the JC Penney wing. The cost is $7 per child, while adults are free. For more information, call 315-406-1368.

• Utica’s Children’s Museum of the study and interpretation of play.”

History, Science & Technology in- While you may relish the nostalgia cludes hands-on displays, including of the antique toy displays, the kids LED Play Dance Floor, Healthy Kids will enjoy all the hands-on play exHut and NASA and Science exhibits hibits, billed as the second largest in on four floors. The museum includes the country. Don’t forget the indoor plenty of activities and displays for butterfly garden that operates yearpreschoolers, so little ones won’t feel round. It’s free for children younger left out. It’s free for children 2 and than 2 and $13.50 for children aged 2 younger, $6 for children, $7 for se- and older. There is additional admisniors/veterans, and $8 for adults. sion cost for some attractions.

For more information, call 315-724For more information, call 5856129 or visit www.museum4kids.net.

263-2700 or visit www.museumofplay.

• In Rochester, let the kids loose org. at The National Museum of Play at • Howe Caverns in Howes Cave the Strong, which claims the title of remains open regardless of weather. “the only major museum devoted to Turn any muggy, rainy day into a

cool adventure of guided spelunking through the semi-finished walkways. Stairs and uneven ground make this outing unsuitable for strollers or people with mobility challenges. The gift shop and museum offer more to explore. It’s free for children 4 and under, $12 for children 5-11, $19 for children 12-15, $23 for adults aged 16-64 and $20 for seniors 65-plus.

For more information, call 518-296-8900 or visit www.howecaverns.com.

• Corning’s Rockwell Museum of Western Art may enchant the budding artists among your grandchildren. Its Family Exploration Studio allows little ones to create their own masterpieces to take home at no additional charge. It’s free for people 19 and younger, $9 for adults, $9 for military personnel and AAA members and $6 for seniors 55-plus.

For more information, call 607-937-5386 or visit www.rockwellmuseum.org.

• While in town, check out the Corning Museum of Glass. Although you may picture a bull in a china shop effect by bringing kids, the museum welcomes children and provides them with a look at how artisan glassmakers ply their trade. They can join in the action with hands-on exhibits, including Make Your Own Glass (for an additional fee; make a reservation in advance.). It’s free for people aged 19 and younger, $16 for adults and $13.60 for 55-plus, veterans or AAA members. For more information, call 607-937-5371 or visit www.cmog.org.

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Trolleys from the Great Lakes Trolley Co. based in Oswego are a good way to visit the city and other spots in the area such as the wineries at the Finger Lakes.

Train and Trolley Tours

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eyond their nostalgic allure, trains and trolleys allow riders to sit back and enjoy the scenery and events such as wine tasting tours without the potential dangers of driving. Check out many wonders and sights of your region this summer via Central New York’s rails and trolleys.

By hopping on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad in Utica, you can chug to Lake Placid with optional stops at Thendara and Saranac Lake while enjoying the vintage charm of restored trains built in the ‘40s and ‘50s. Call 315-369-6472 or visit www. adirondackrr.com.

The Catskill Mountain Railroad offers a variety of family-oriented theme rides, such as Polar Express, teddy bear (bears ride free), lollipops, and Peanuts, and fall foliage rides among its offerings. Fully restored, vintage trains depart from Kingston and Mt. Tremper for five to six-mile train trips. Riders may enjoy the caboose, coach or open-air car. Visit www.catskillmtrailroad.com for fares and other details.

Cooperstown Trolley can take you to the Baseball Hall of Fame, The Farmers’ Museum, Fenimore

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Art Museum, Doubleday Field, the Otesaga Hotel, Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce, and Downtown Cooperstown. Note that the town has three trolley lots, so you can park and ride the trolley all day to the various sites you want to visit, an appropriate way to see historic sites the town offers. An all-day pass is just $2. Season passes are $35 for a family; $20 for an adult; $15 for a senior citizen and $10 for students under 18 years old. The trolley runs June 14 through Sept. 1 daily 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. 607-547-8318.

If you’re planning a wine trail tour, consider renting from New York Trolley Rentals (www.nytrolleyrentals. com) to keep your group safe and to make the tour the best ever. After all, getting there is half the fun and what better way to ride than all together in a professionally driven trolley? The company offers departures from Oswego, Syracuse, and other locations throughout the state.

Big D’s Limos in Auburn (www. bigdslimos.com) also provides trolley services for tours and events. Their wine tours depart from Finger Lakes Mall in Auburn. Diamonds’ Limos (www.diamondslimo.com) offers

Finger Lakes and Niagara wine tours departing from Rochester.

Oswego recently saw the launching of the first trolley company in Oswego County. Launched in January 2014, the Great Lakes Trolley Co. is providing this novel option to its popular shuttle bus trips to wineries, sporting events and corporate outings.

The company’s website, www. greatlakestrolley.com. For more information, call 500-RIDE (7433) or send an email to greatlakestrolley@ gmail.com.

All About Railroad Can’t get enough of trains?

Visit the Martisco Museum, a restored former New York Central Railroad station noted by the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is open Sundays 2 to 5 p.m. from May to October. www.cnynrhs.org.

The Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum offers an extensive array of display train cars and engines, displays in the restored and repurposed old Erie Railroad depot, and other exhibits outdoors in the “yard.”

The organization also offers train riding events. To learn more, visit www. rgvrrm.org.

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he warmer months allow us to do some special things with our kids. When it’s party time, consider creating a backyard carnival for the occasion. These inexpensive and fun game ideas are sure to keep your pint-sized guests (and their parents) amused. The games even have builtin favors to keep the smiles going long after the carnival ends.

Hula-hoop ring toss Buy a few hula-hoops for tossing. Place plastic pipes, tent poles, or any other poles in the ground so they stand erect. Wrap eachpole in streamers to mark it, and put them in a place where children won’t be

running around. Let kids try to loop the poles with their hula-hoops.

Favor idea: If you don’t mind buying a hula-hoop for each kid, turn the hoops into favors at the end of the day.

Hula-hoop beanbag toss Take multiple hula-hoops and place them on the ground. Use bright paper to label each hoop with a different point value. Place a line on the ground and let kids toss bean bags into the hoops. The highest score wins!

Favor idea: Same favor idea as the ring toss.

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Favor idea: Send each of the kids home with a pool noodle.

Sand pail Skee-Ball Take four or five sand pails and line them up in a straight line and mark a line to throw from. Assign point values to each pail in increasing order, with the closest pail being the lowest. Put a small amount of sand in the bottom of each pail to weigh it

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down. Use five balls and let kids take turns tossing. The highest score wins.

Favor idea: Leave the shovels attached to the pails and let each kid take a pail home.

Best ofpaper, Upstate New York inThe parchment label them, and send them with the parents when they arrive. This way, the cones won’t break.

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Use a small table and stack containers of play dough in a small pyramid. Let kids take turns trying to knock over all of the containers.

Favor idea: Everyone gets a container of play dough when the game is done.

Fill numerous see-through plastic, disposable cups with water and place them on a table. Buy small animal figurines or another small toys and place them in the cups. Let kids toss the balls into the cups. Favor idea: Kids get to keep the toys from the cups their balls land in.

Hand-dipped ice cream cones Turn food serving into an activity.

Take ice cream cones (sugar cones are ideal) and have kids coat the top of them in frosting. Put out dishes of different toppings and let kids roll their cones in the toppings. Then, scoop ice cream into each kid’s cone.

Favor idea: Have each kid make a couple of extra cones, wrap the cones

Play dough milk bottle toss

Face painting booth You can buy face paints or crayons at any craft store. Have the best artist at the party draw pictures or masks on kids’ faces. If you like, choose a theme that the person feels comfortable drawing, and let the line start at the face-painting booth. For the rebels in the bunch, give them tattoo sleeves.

Favor idea: Let the kids wear their favors home.

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Seasons’ Trivia S The Best of Upstate New York

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ummer and fall invigorate life.

People are outside and enjoying the world around them. Next time you’re at a barbecue or Halloween party, go armed with some talking points. Here is some fun knowledge you can amuse your friends and family with at your next gathering.

Fun summer trivia • When will the earth be closest to the sun?

For those of us who need a refresher, the earth is closest to the sun in the winter. According to the U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO), the day the earth was closest to the sun in 2014 was called Perihelion and occurred Jan. 4. The earth will be farthest from

the sun on July 4. That day is called aphelion. It’s warmer in the summer because the sun’s rays hit the earth at the steepest and most direct angle.

• When is the first day of summer in 2014?

According to USNO, the first day of summer, the summer solstice, is June 21. This is the longest day of the year.

• What’s the difference between ice cream and gelato?

Gelato is the Italian word for ice cream. It has less fat than traditional ice cream. This is because it typically contains more milk than ice cream, which is heavy on the cream. It also contains little to no egg yolks. Gelato

is churned slower and softer than ice cream, which allows less air into it and gives it a denser consistency.

• How is a double rainbow formed?

Any rainbow is made when a ray of sunlight is reflected inside a raindrop. According to the National Center for Atmospheric Research, there are cases when not all of the

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Fun fall trivia • When is the first day of fall in 2014?

The first day of fall, the fall equinox, is Sept. 23. On this day, we will receive equal amounts of sunlight and darkness.

• To what do we owe fall’s colorful brilliance?

According to SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry’s online learning resources, leaves make food for a tree. The chemical chlorophyll gives leaves their green color and converts sunlight to food. However,

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there are other color pigments in the TheThe Best of Upstate leaf. chlorophyll just New masksYork them in the warmer months. As the cold weather approaches, the chlorophyll breaks down and allows the yellow and orange pigments to be seen.

• Where do vampires come from?

The modern day view of vampires is most closely tied with folklore from Transylvania and other countries in Southeastern Europe. During the early 18th century, many people believed that vampires were spirits of evil beings, suicide victims, or witches. The belief in these beings caused mass hysteria in many areas and led to public executions of accused vampires. Wouldn’t they be surprised to discover how trendy their villains have become?

• How did bobbing for apples originate?

Bobbing for apples is actually a

very old game. Pagans of the ancient Roman empire conquered Britian and brought with them apple trees.

The Celts believed the pentagram was a fertility symbol, and when you slice an apple in half the seeds form a pentagram. This led to the view that an apple could be used to determine marriages. During annual festivals, apples were placed in tubs of water or dangled by strings from trees. Unmarried women would try to bite these apples, and the first one to experience success would be the next allowed to marry. There were other variations of the game, but all involved romance and apples.

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Home on the Range?

Visit a Buffalo Farm in Madison County

By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

Though it looks like a scene from the West, this photo was taken at a bison farm in Fenner.

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f your mental image of the West includes grazing buffalo, a visit to Empire Buffalo Farm may satisfy the urge to visit the Plains. And it’s only a day trip to Fenner, near Chittenango Falls, Madison County.

Founded by husband and wife Joe Lazarsky and Aileen Randolph in 2009, the 92-acre buffalo farm is home to a herd of 50 animals. In addition to tours on event days, the farm sells its grass-fed bison meat from the property.

The farm’s Trading Post Days opens the farm to the public for live music and farm tours. Their biggest summer event is Open Farm Day, part of a multi-farm event in Madison County that invites the public to visit area agricultural operations.

The event features farm tours, live music, cooking demonstrations and family activities for all ages. During the event, held July 28, the farm offers a 10 percent discount on meat.

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Visitors to three or more farms during the event who present a stamped “passport” and completed survey at the final farm receive an insulated drawstring bag as a gift.

Lazarsky and Randolph also sell their buffalo meat at area farmer’s markets, including Cazenovia Farmer’s Market, Circa Farmer’s Market in Cazenovia, and Westmoreland Market. They also sell community-supported agriculture shares.

Neither Lazarsky nor Randolph had farmed before they bought the former dairy farm, but they wanted

to retire from their careers as an attorney and corporate communications professional (respectively).

Buying fallow farmland seemed a great way to ­­­get out of the stressful business world. Lazarsky enjoyed visiting his grandfather’s farm near Ithaca and the thoughts of pastoral farm life irresistibly drew him.

In addition to increasing the footprint of the farm and growing the herd, Lazarsky hopes to increase the farm’s community outreach by hosting more events.

“People need to learn about how healthful and delicious this meat really is,” he said.

To keep apprised of events on the farm, visit www.empirebuffalo.com to sign up for the email list or call 315-655-4429. For more information on Open Farm Day and for an Open Farm Day passport, visit madisoncountyagriculture.comand click on “open farm day.”

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This is the season to try this fun and rapidly growing sport

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illed by the USA Pickleball Association as “one of the fastest growing sports in America,� pickleball is a “fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong,� the official website states (www.USAPA.org).

Played indoors or outdoors on a court with a net in the center, pickleball equipment includes a paddle and plastic ball. As in tennis, players lob the ball back and forth, playing singles or doubles. The court is the size of a badminton court. In fact, some players simply use a badminton

court with the net lowered to three feet high.

The USAPA site states that Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum created pickleball in 1965 to entertain their children when they could not find a complete badminton set kicking around the property on a long summer day. A wiffle ball and ping pong paddles sufficed.

From their improvised equipment and simple rules based upon badminton, a worldwide phenomenon has grown. The USAPA stated

that 100,000 Americans play pickleball. Pickleball courts have cropped up in Asia, Europe and elsewhere around the globe.

The game provides challenge for those young and old. Its rules are easy to understand. It’s easier on the knees than tennis. The lightweight, plastic ball is easy to hit and enables players to enjoy extended volleys.

It’s also less expensive than tennis. Paddles sell for around $12 to $35 and packages of three balls for about $8. Both are available at local sporting goods stores. No special apparel enhances play. Most people wear whatever clothing and shoes they would for tennis.

If you want to play pickleball, visit Auburn YMCA, Cicero Family Sports Center, East Area Family YMCA in Fayetteville, Austin Park in Skaneateles, Village of Manlius Recreation Center or Magnarelli Community Center at McChesney Park in Syracuse. For more locations and information on pickleball, visit www.usapa.org.

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Cape Vincent. Focus on Cape Vincent amateur photo contest. An annual favorite for camera buffs, the subjects of the photographs must be of the Cape Vincent area. They may include sunsets, scenery, people and events. Any season of the year is acceptable. The photos are added to the photo library of the Chamber of Commerce and are used to promote the area. thecape@tds.net 315-654-2481. www.capevincent.org.

Auburn. “Menopause the Musical.” The musical parody follows four women at a lingerie sale with nothing in common but a black lace bra and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more. Set to classic tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s. See what millions of women worldwide have been

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laughing about for more than 10 years. By special agreement with GFour Productions and special license from Jeanie Linders, writer of the book and lyrics. 108 Genesee St. at Exchange St. Check online for show times and tickets. 800457-8897. www.fingerlakesmtf.com.

from 4 – 8 p.m. Bring your car, truck, bike. Any style — classic, import, rat, daily, project, racecar, show. Meet, hang out, eat, swap meet.

Gear head free for all. Every Thursday of the season. 5048 state Route 104 in Scriba. For more information, call 315-342-7427.

Howe Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum exhibit “Standing in Two Worlds: Iroquois in 2014.”

Continues until Nov. 30. 324 Caverns Road. 518296-8949. www.iroquoismuseum.org.

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Albany. Festival of Flowers. The Bethlehem Art Association will host an art show, “Festival of Flowers.” Enjoy artistic visions of tulips, flowers, and spring. Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, 25 Quackenbush Sq (Corner of Broadway & Clinton Ave.). 518-434-0405. www.albany.org.

Scriba. Throttle It Thursdays. Jimmie James BBQ sponsors Throttle It Thursdays every Thursday

Lake George. Elvis Festival. Celebrating the life and music of Elvis Presley, the king of rock and roll. Jukebox LIVE, tribute show, two great concerts, and three day preliminary for the 2014 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest. Other festival features include an Elvis collectibles sale, late night “after hours” parties, a classic car/ Elvis parade down main street, Elvis-themed cruises on the lake, a Sunday morning Gospel event and the Ultimate Elvis Wedding. Opening Night Ceremony on Wednesday in Shepard Park on Canada Street. Visit the website for ticket information. Lake George Forum, 2200 State Rte

Summer & Fall 9. 888-406-5885. www.lakegeorgeelvisfest.com.

Sterling. Art Inspiration Day. Annual Festival of Nature and the Arts features Larry Hoyt and the Good Acoustics, and Mark Wahl and the Canvas Moon for this year’s musical entertainment. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sterling Lakeshore Park & Nature Center. 315-947-6143. www.cayuganet. org/sterlingpark.

North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. American Mountain Men, Eagle Festival & Early American Craftspeople. 1378 State Route 30. 800-724-0309 www.nypa.gov/vc/blengil. htm.

Richmondville. Richmondville Historical Society, Music at the Mill-Yak Yak Creek. High Street. www.richmondvillehistoricalsociety.com.

Oswego. Post Card Show. Dealers will have post cards, paper ephemera and odds & ends for sale.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: $2. Scriba Fire Hall, NYS Rte. 104E. 315-695-5089.

June 4 Auburn. Merry-Go-Round Playhouse’s professional productions include “Mary Poppins,” “Damn Yankees,” “On the Town, ”Will Rogers Follies,” “The Church Basement Ladies, in The

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Last (Potluck) Supper.” Emerson Park, Auburn.

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June 5 Canastota. Boxing Hall of Fame. 25th Annual Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend. Boxing’s greatest names will be on hand for this exciting, fun-filled weekend where you can rub elbows with more than 35 boxing legends at variety of events. This year’s inductees include Oscar De La Hoya, Joe Calzaghe and Felix Trinidad among others. 315-697-7095.www.ibhof.com.

June 6 Syracuse. Taste of Syracuse. Last year, over 175,000 attended. Stroll the streets of historic Clinton Square and beyond, while enjoying delicious $1 samples from some of the area’s best restaurants. Choose between three stages of continuous live music with something for everyone. Treat your little ones to a pint-sized good time in our Family Zone. Free. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. In and around Clinton Square. www. tasteofsyracuse.com.

Sandy Creek. Oswego County Balloon Festival, 10 hot air balloons with rides available. Balloon walk, petting zoo, live music with several local bands, wine tasting tent, crafters, vendors, food, and a balloon glow. Pre-sale tickets $8; $10 at the gate; 10 & under free. 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Oswego County Fairgrounds, 291 Ellisburg St. (Co. Rte. 22A), 315-298-8156.

Fulton. Pratt House Museum Porch Party. The Friends of History at the Pratt House host an evening of food, conversation, and music. $20. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 177 S. First St. 315-598-4616.

Phoenix. Canal Day. Sponsored by Bridge House Brats. Free. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Canal Island. 315695-1308. www.bridgehousebrats.com Cleveland. 29th Annual Spring Fun(d) Day. Huge rummage sale indoors and out, includes clothing, books, household items, and more. Food tent. 5 to 8p.m. Cleveland UMC, 73 Bridge St. 315-675-8824.

Chittenango. Oz-Stravaganza! 2014. The theme is “Timeless Oz.” Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the MGM movie and 100th Anniversary of L. Frank Baum’s book, “Tik-Tok of Oz.” The Facebook pages are Oz-Stravaganza! and All Things Oz. 315-333-2286. evansban61@gmail.com.

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Bouckville. Madison Bouckville Spring Antique Show. Over 100 dealers on individual fields are in town to show off and sell their antiques.

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Canastota. Boxing Hall of Fame. 25th Annual Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend. See June 5.

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Inlet. Woods & Water Show (Early June). The only “on water” motorboat show in the Adirondacks. See the newest boats and outdoor equipment available. Test drive, test paddle, test it all at Arrowhead Park. Entertainment and activities throughout the weekend. InletNY.com.

Oswego. Oswego County Hospice Cup Regatta & Walk/Run for Hope. Fundraising event to benefit Oswego County Hospice patients and their families. Events include sailing races, 5K walk/run, on-shore party. $15 for walk/run, $15 for on shore party, $70 sailing race registration.

8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oswego Yacht Club, Lake St., 315-343-5223. www.friendsofhospice.org

Springville. Western New York Dairy and Agricultural Festival. Entertainment, music, rides, food, games, educational speakers, arts and craft show, trade show, car show, animals, church service on Sunday, parade on Saturday at 10 a.m., health fair, civil war reenactment and much more. Free admission, rides and food extra. Franklin Street.

10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 716-574-6944. jricciolynn@ aol.com www.wnydairyagfest.com.

June 7 Syracuse. Taste of Syracuse. See June 7.

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Auburn. Old Ways Days. Celebrate the past at the Ward O’Hara Agricultural & Country Living Museum & Dr. Joseph F. Karpinski Sr. Educational Center. Horse drawn wagon rides, and Model “T” rides will be given on the museum grounds. Tour the country store, country kitchen, blacksmith shop, one room school house, or the many other exhibits that the museum/Ed Center has to offer. The Herb Garden will be open and there will be many other exhibits and demonstrations of the years gone by throughout the day. Lunch available for purchase and the gift shop will be open. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. 6880 East Lake Rd. 315-252-7644. www.cayugacounty.us/LivingWorking/ParksandTrails/AgMuseum.aspx.

Auburn. Party on the Island. Dallas Smith performing live. Opening band: Stereo Suft. Tickets available on Eventbrite. Support the Owasco Fire Department. 21 and over. Emerson Park.

315-252-7644. www.cayugacounty.us.

Palermo. “Run 4 Cover” 5k Race & Community Fun Day. Fun filled day with 5K race, crafters, vendors, community displays, kiddie land, demonstrations, entertainment, food, and bake sale.

5K $20-$30; Fun Day free. 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sponsored by Palermo UMC. Palermo Town Park, 1638 Co. Rte. 45, 315-598-4888.

Sandy Creek. Ride for Literacy & Vendor/Craft Fair. All proceeds benefit the Annie P. Ainsworth Memorial Library. Ride $10. Vendor spots $10. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6064 S. Main St., 315-387-3732. www.ainsworthmemoriallibrary.org Oswego. LAX Lacrosse by the Lake. Lacrosse tournament with classes for boys under 10, under 12, JV, and varsity. Four games minimum.

Vendors, raffles, and Iroquois stick makers. Also a supporter of “Stick it to Cancer.” $575 to $675. Oswego High School, 2 Buccaneer Blvd., 315-342-7223. www.csclax.com Sandy Creek. Oswego County Balloon Festival.

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Chittenango. Oz-Stravaganza! 2014. See June 6.

Bouckville. Madison Bouckville Spring Antique Show. See June 6.

Canastota. Boxing Hall of Fame. 25th Annual Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend. See June 5.

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Springville. Western New York Dairy and Agricultural Festival. See June 6.

Canandaigua. 33rd Annual Canandaigua Lake Trout Derby. A classic event for local fisherman, the event is also a significant fundraiser for Camp Good Days & Special Times, Mercy Flight Central, and Naples Hospeace House. Since its inception, the Trout Derby has raised more than $169,000 for charity. Entry fee, $20; admission for spectators, free. krotter@canandaiguachamber.com 585-394-4400.

June 8 Mexico. Art in the Park. Artists will display and be on hand to discuss their drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and photography in a beautiful park setting. Local music, great food and annual Stone Skipping Contest along with other fun activities for the whole family.

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North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center Quilt Show. See June 7.

Schoharie. The Gas Up. See June 7.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Wildflower Walk Series. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Spring Nature Writing Workshop. 174 Lape Road. 518-8756935. www.landisarboretum.org.

Jefferson. Jefferson Maple Museum Textile Day. Creamery Street. 607-652-2156 or 607652-2107.

Springville. Western New York Dairy and Agricultural Festival. See June 6.

Canandaigua. Canandaigua Lake Trout Derby.

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June 9 Oswego Senior Camping. Two-day program at Camp Hollis. Campers 50 years and older are eligible and encouraged to attend. Admission: $20. 40 Health Camp Rd. 315-349-3451.

Hannibal. Senior Send-Off Concert. Hannibal Senior High Band presents a concert featuring a variety of wind literature and bid the Class of 2014 farewell. Free. 7:30 p.m. Hannibal High School, Cayuga St. 315-564-7910.

June 10 Oswego Senior Camping. See June 9.

June 12 Mexico. Historic Homes of Mexico. Lecture sponsored by Mexico Historical Society. Free. 7 p.m.

Oswego County Credit Union, 5828 Scenic Ave. 315-963-7853. www.mexicony.net/history.

June 13 Auburn. Auburn Doubledays Baseball. Class A professional baseball, farm team for Washington Nationals. Check website for times, dates and ticket cost. Falcon Park, Auburn. 315-255-2489

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Oswego. Trinity UMC Nu2U Sale & Bake Sale.

Church rummage and bake sale. New and gently used items for the home with some children’s clothing. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trinity UMC, 45 East Utica St. 315-343-1715.

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Mexico. Town Wide Garage Sale. The Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce will provide a map of the town with locations of sellers. Register

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315-963-7853. www.mexicony.net Parish. Relay for Life is Rockin’ for a Cure, ready to ROCK cancer away. Attendees may join the group for the Survivor Reception, luminary ceremony and great community spirit. Admission $10. 12 p.m to 6 a.m. APW School, 639 Co. Rte. 22, 315-433-5623. www.relayforlife. org/parishny.

Oswego. Trinity UMC Nu2U Sale & Bake Sale.

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Fulton. Arts Fest. An opportunity to view and purchase original art work from over 40 artists.

Free admission. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CNY Arts Center, 357 State St., 315-592-3373. www. cnyartscenter.com Fulton. West Side Garage Sale Day, Residents of the west side of Fulton will host garage sales. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 315-592-7330. www. cityoffulton.com.

Oswego. Revolutionary War Encampment. 18th Century games, musketry, cooking, colonial crafts, artillery, camp life, and tactical weapons demonstrations. Evening retreat and artillery firing. Regular admission charged. 10:30 a.m to 9 p.m. Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St. 315-343-4711. www.fortontario.com.

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Old Forge. Annual Classic Car Parade & Show.

Cash prizes to two Best of Show winners, dash plaques, trophies, auto-related vendors & swap meet, food & beverages. George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. www.oldforgeny.com.

Albany. Juneteenth Celebration. Juneteenth is a celebration where the whole family can enjoy music, entertainment, educational information, free food and beverages, give-a-ways and more.

Juneteenth has long been a celebration of freedom, as the date represents the time when the last slaves in America were freed after emancipation. Today, the celebration of the human spirit serves as an important historical milestone commemorating African American freedom with an emphasis on education and achievement.

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June 15 Mexico. Town Wide Garage Sale. See June 14 Parish. Relay for Life. See June 14 Schoharie. The Gas Up. See June 7.

Auburn. Prison City Rambler’s Car Show. Over 500 classic and antique cars, parking $2.

Emerson Park. 315-252-1516. www.prisoncityramblers.com.

Howe Caverns. Howe Caverns Cavalcade of Cars. 255 Discovery Drive. 518-296-8900. www. howecaverns.com Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Father’s Day Nest Box Building Workshop. 174 Lape Road. 518875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org.

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June 18 Oswego. Free Movie in the Park. Family friendly movie shown in Washington Square (East) Park, plus other activities for children. Sponsored by Oswego County Federal Credit Union and Oswego City-County Youth Bureau. Dusk. Rain date 6/19.

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Old Forge. Annual Classic Car Parade & Show.

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Old Forge. Annual Father’s Day Frog Jumping Contest. Children can bring their champion frog to win prizes and fathers should wear their most outrageous tie. Largest, smallest, and longest jumper. 12 p.m. www.oldforgeny.com.

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June 19 Auburn. Theater production. Before the glamorous costumes and elaborate sets are built or even designed, there are just a few people in a room, writing and dreaming. See the next generation of playwrights and composers show off their new works of musical theater and become part of the show’s development, as each team will be looking for your feedback after and sometimes during the performance at Theatre Mack behind Cayuga Museum of History and Art, 203 Genesee St. 800-457-8897. www.FingerLakesMTF.com.

Oswego. Safe Haven/JMA 70th Reunion. The 70th Reunion celebrates the arrival of WWII refugees at the Fort Ontario Emergency Refugee Shelter. The Jewish Motorcycle Alliance will host their annual “Ride to Remember” here in conjunction with the reunion. Safe Haven Museum & Education Center, 2 E. Seventh St., 315-342-3003. www.oswegohaven.org.

Mexico. Casey’s Café, Live music with Steve Watson and refreshments in a coffeehouse atmosphere inside Casey’s Cottage. 7 to 9 p.m.

Adults $7; seniors and students $5. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www. mexicopointpark.com.

Brookfield. Mule Days. Mule and Donkey show, evening activities, trail ride. 315-899-6286. minimule2010@aol.com http://brda.us Cazanovia. Lorenzo Driving Competition.

Overlooking Cazenovia Lake, the Lorenzo Driving Competition occurs on the grounds of the Lorenzo State Historic Site. Approximately 100 horses and carriages compete in a variety of classes including ring work, obstacles and a cross country pleasure drive. Spectators from across the northeast enjoy free admission to the competition, shop in our Market Lane and enjoy the ambience and the entertainment of the show. 315-391-6410. twillit3@yahoo.com. www.lorenzodriving.com

June 20 Oswego. Trinity UMC Nu2U Sale. Church rummage sale features a bag sale. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Trinity UMC, 45 East Utica St., 315-343-1715.

Oswego. Festivale Italiano, TBD. Annual parish bazaar with cash raffle totaling $1,700. Games of chance, Italian food, kiddie land, white el-

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Budweiser Classic Weekend Fri 8/29 - Corr/Pak Merchandising ‘Fast Friday’ - Novelis Supermodified First Round Time Trials, Pathfinder Bank SBS Time Trials and Heats, ROC Modified 100 Time Trials begin for Supermodifieds at 6:15pm.

Sat 8/30 - Bud Light ‘Super Saturday’ Bud Light ISMA Super Nationals 60, Bud Light SBS Classic 75, Bud Light TQ Midget Classic. Gates Open 3pm - Racing 5pm Sun 8/31 - Budweiser ‘Classic Sunday’ Novelis Supermodified Second Round Time Trials, Bud Light B-Main, Budweiser International Classic 200. Gates Open 9am - Time Trials Noon - International Classic 200 3pm

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ephant, plinko, live entertainment and chicken BBQ. Free admission. St. Joseph’s Church parking lot, 240 W. First St. 315-343-2160.

Oswego. Safe Haven/JMA 70th Reunion. See June 19.

Cazanovia. Lorenzo Driving Competition. See June 19.

Brookfield. Mule Days. See June 19.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Landis Acoustic Music Series by Desolation Road Studio. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org.

June 21 Oswego. Festivale Italiano. See June 20.

Oswego. Safe Haven/JMA 70th Reunion. See June 19.

Fulton, Minetto, Oswego. Rock the Locks Paddlefest. Take a paddling adventure on the scenic and historic Oswego River Canal. Launch at Indian Point Landing, Fulton at 8 a.m. or Minetto River View Park at 10 a.m. and paddle through four locks to Oswego. 315-349-8322.

Fulton. Granby Family Fun Day. Annual event with bounce house, big slide, horse rides, face painting, tie dying, petting zoo, popcorn, snacks, hotdogs, and hamburgers. Free admission with minimal cost for food. 11 a.m to 3 p.m. 812 Co. Rte. 8. 315-598-6500 ext. 223. www.towngranby.org.

Mexico. Mexico Music Festival. All day music by local artists and craft sales on the front lawn of the Mexico High School. Great American Duck Race at 5pm in Black Creek with cash prizes.

Free admission. Sponsored by Greater Mexico

Chamber of Commerce, Main St. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

315-963-7853. www.mexicony.net.

Oswego. Lake Ontario CNY Lighthouse Challenge.

Celebrate the 80th anniversary of Oswego’s landmark lighthouse and tour several lighthouses along the Seaway Trail. Start your journey at the H. Lee White Marine Museum, pick up a touring booklet, and earn a souvenir at each lighthouse along the way. The tour includes some lighthouses not usually open to the public. Admission $15/group. H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center, end of W. First St. Pier. 315342-0480. www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com.

Moravia. South Shore Marina Fishing Tournament. Adult & children categories, prizes.

Entry fee $15/adult; $5/child. Southern end of Owasco Lake, Moravia. 315-497-3006. www. ssmonowasco.net.

Brookfield. Open English/Western Horse Show.

Hunter, Western and Gymkhana classes open to all breeds. Select Hunter & Western classes approved for points for Stock Breeds by NOHA (National Open Horse Show Association). Approved

by The Jockey Club for the Thoroughbred Incentive Program. Standardbred Division approved by the Central NY STB Association. 315-899-7749. ckdtigger@yahoo.com. http://brda.us.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. First Day of Summer Herpetology Walk. 174 Lape Road. 518875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Making Felted Flowers. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org.

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Oswego. Lake Ontario CNY Lighthouse Challenge.

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Central Square. Historical Society Discussion about Main Street South (West Side). Free. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Central Square municipal offices, Main floor, 3125 East Ave. 315-676-2682.

Moravia. South Shore Marina Fishing Tournament. See June 21.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Herbal Wisdom: Children’s Herbs. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935.

www.landisarboretum.org Richmondville. Richmondville Historical Society. Music at the Mill with Mike Herman. High Street. www.richmondvillehistoricalsociety.com.

June 27 Phoenix. Henley Park Celebration with Fireworks. Old time rock and roll band at 7 p.m.

Food booths. Bring a blanket or chair. Sponsored by the Bridge House Brats. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

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Chicken BBQ, games, gift basket raffles, entertainment, and strawberry shortcake. Free admission. 4 to 8 p.m. St. Stephen’s Church, 469 Main St. 315-593-6890.

Constantia. Firemen’s Field Days. Kiddie parade, rides, food, refreshments, 1 p.m. to midnight.

Sat.: parade at 6 p.m. Sun.: matinee, rides 1 to 5 p.m., bands playing each evening. Constantia VFD, 23 Co. Rte. 23. 315-623-7315.

Brookfield. Brookfield 50/30/15 Competitive Trail Ride. The ride is sponsored by the NY Horse Council (nyshc.org) and sanctioned by

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AUG. TRIP 8/1/14 – 8/3/14: Boston - Salem - Marblehead, MA. Includes Overnight Lodging, Whale Watch, Aquarium, Witch Museum & Dinners at Hard Rock Cafe’ & Rockafellas. $365. pp (dble) $325.pp (triple/quad).

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

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June 28 Oswego. French & Indian War Encampment. Living history demonstrations, 18th century music, children’s period games, lectures, plus life in French, British, Colonial and Native American Camps. Drill and battle reenactments. Regular admission charged. Time to be decided. Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St., 315-343-4711. www. fortontario.com Statewide. New York’s Free Fishing Days. No fishing license is required by anyone for these

West 1st Street Pier, Oswego, NY www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com

two days, resident or non-resident.

Constantia. Fireman’s Field Days. See June 27.

King Ferry. Summer Open House, including local vendors, and offering wine specials all day long.

Food available for a fee. King Ferry Winery, 658 Lake Rd. 800-684-5217. www.treleavenwines. com/events.html Brookfield. Brookfield 50/30/15 Competitive Trail Ride. See June 27.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Modern Arboriculture & Tree Autopsy. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

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Geneva. Winestock NY 2014: 5th Anniversary.

For one afternoon, the wineries of New York come together to show their industry a little love with their annual ‘Wine-In.’ Live music, NYS wines, seminars, and local foods and artisans to benefit the NY Wine Industry Association. Tickets $15 in advance, $25 at door. Three Brothers Wineries & Estates 623 Lerch Rd. 315-585-4432. www.winestockny.org.

Jamesville. Balloonfest. Enjoy dozens of colorful hot air balloons, food and drink, music as

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Statewide. New York’s Free Fishing Days. See June 28.

June 29

Brookfield. Brookfield 50/30/15 Competitive Trail Ride. See June 27.

Mexico. Queen of Hearts Tea. Queen Edwina will be serving tea, treats, stories, and more. Adults $10, children 12 and under $5, children 3 and under free. Call for reservations before June 27.

2 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www.mexicopointpark.com.

Pulaski area Just minutes from Lake Ontario and directly on the Salmon River, New York’s best and most popular fishing destination! Lake trout, browns, walleye, steelhead, salmon, pike and perch. 4 Seasons of family fun with boating, camping, golfing in summer and fall, to snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and more in winter.

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well as several concerts over the weekend. Also, amusement rides, inflatables, and a petting zoo for the kids, as well as opportunities for hot air balloon rides. $10, $165 to $190 for rides. 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Jamesville Beach Park. 4110 Westshore Manor Drive.

The Pulaski/Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to visit the

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Oswego. French & Indian War Encampment. See June 28.

Constantia. Fireman’s Field Days. See June 27.

Jamesville. Balloonfest. See June 28. 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

June 30 Jamesville. Balloonfest. See June 28. 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Pulaski South Park in Historic Downtown Pulaski

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Scriba. Throttle It Thursdays. Jimmie James BBQ sponsors Throttle It Thursdays every Thursday from 4 – 8 p.m. Bring your car, truck, bike. Any style — classic, import, rat, daily, project, racecar, show. Meet, hang out, eat, swap meet.

Gear head free-for-all. Every Thursday of the season. 5048 state Route 104 in Scriba. For more information, call 315-342-7427.

the

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Auburn. Auburn Doubledays Baseball. See June 13 listing.

Auburn. “Menopause the Musical.” See June All Month.

Cape Vincent. Focus on Cape Vincent amateur photo contest. See June all month listing.

Sterling. Sterling Renaissance Festival. Elizabethan festival with live theater, music, dancing, hand-crafted wares and games. Weekends only.

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free parking. Check website for ticket prices. 800-879-4446. www.sterlingfestival.com.

area

The Village of Pulaski in Northeastern Oswego County draws thousands during peak fishing season thanks to its reputation as “the salmon capital of the world.” Formerly an important railroad hub and manufacturing center, Pulaski now thrives on tourism thanks to the amazing catches reeled in from the nearby Salmon River.

Howe Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum exhibit

Rainbow Shores lakeside dining and cottages

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Camping:

Things to Remember

By Melissa Stefanec

C

amping is a great way to get outdoors and simplify life for a short time.

There are no television shows to DVR, no tweets to respond to, no dirty dishes to tend to and life seems to go back to a simpler time.

A re l a x i n g camping trip can be just what the doctor ordered, that is unless you forget some camping necessities.

Without the proper camping essentials, camping can quickly turn into a nightmarish tale of long-remembered woe. Here are some things you simply shouldn’t leave home and go camping without. Consider this your checklist.

• Bug spray: They will be there and without spray you won’t want to be.

• Baby Wipes: These are great for any sort of cleanup. Bring them once and you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.

• Extra water: This can be a matter of life and death. Always bring more than you will need. No one is going to stress if you have to dump some out when you leave. There are collapsible water containers out there that will allow you to bring enough.

• Toilet paper: You simply do not want to be finding woodland alternatives for this.

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Land & Water Activities for the Whole Family

“Standing in Two Worlds: Iroquois in 2014.”

Continues until Nov. 30. 324 Caverns Road. 518296-8949. www.iroquoismuseum.org.

Auburn. Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. See June 4.

Fair Haven. Lake Ontario Counties’ Summer Fishing Derby, through July 27. See June 14.

July 2

RV RESORT ON LAKE ONTARIO • 3 Pools & Sun Decks • 3000 Ft. Sandy Beach • 2 Giant Rec Halls • Arcade • Tennis • Basketball • Shuffle Board • Playground • Rental Units

Sandy Creek. 157th Oswego County Fair. Grandstand events, rides, parade, agriculture displays, youth exhibits, and more. Theme is “Pride in Oswego County”. Free admission & parking, grandstand prices vary. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 291 Ellisburg St. (Co. Rte. 22A), 315/216-4640. www.oswegocountyfair.com

July 3 Sandy Creek. 157th Oswego County Fair. See July 2.

Fair Haven. Fourth of July Celebration. Mile Long Parade down Main St. 7 p.m. Chicken BBQ, carnival and live entertainment follow in Cayuga Street Park after parade. More events and activities on July 4 and 5. 315-947-5737. http://www. fairhavenny.com/calendar.html Clayton. Waterfront Concert. Enjoy a free concert before the fireworks. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and sit back and enjoy music on the waterfront. Free. 6 p.m. Frink Park Pavilioninfo@1000islands-clayton.com. 315-686-3771 www.1000islands-clayton.com.

July 4 Fair Haven. Fourth of July Celebration. See July 3.

Sandy Creek. 157th Oswego County Fair. See July 2.

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Desolation Road Studios Presents Open Mic. See June 6.

July 5 Fair Haven. Fourth of July Celebration. See July 3.

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Central Square. The Patriot Run 5K. This 4th annual community event is a perfect race for the entire family. Admission TBD. 9 a.m. P.V. Moore High School Stadium, 44 School Dr., 315657-4487. www.thepatriotrun.org.

version of and Italian sidewalk painting festival.

Rain date July 6. Sylvan-Verona Beach Resort Association. www.sylvanbeach.org

Sandy Creek. 157th Oswego County Fair. See July 2.

Oswego. Oswego Independence Celebration. Parade at 1 p.m. Concert in Breitbeck Park at 7 p.m.

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July 7 Oswego. Exploring Nature. A weeklong nature education program for children ages 5 to 15.

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July 9 Oswego. Ice Cream Social. Free ice cream with entertainment. Sponsored by Oswego Town Historical Society. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oswego Town Park, 2320 Co. Rte. 7. 315-343-2424.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. See July 7.

July 10 Oswego. Eastern Yachting Circuit Regatta. Annual sailing regatta that travels around the eastern end of Lake Ontario. Over 60 boats expected to compete. Spectators free. Oswego Yacht Club, 19 Lake St. www.oswegoyachtclub.org.

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Weedsport. Cayuga County Fair. Agricultural exhibits, demonstrations, rides, games, food, live entertainment and special events. 10 a.m. to midnight. Weedsport Speedway, Rt. 31. 315834-6602.

the Family Band, Shemekia Copeland and more.

11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Lunchtime admission is free; $10 after 3 p.m. Highland Park.

Rochester. Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest. Sample a wide variety of barbecue styles and specialties prepared by Rib Masters from across the USA and Canada. Each Rib Master brings a unique style of preparation and a full menu of specialty items and world famous side orders. Ribs, BBQ chicken, beef brisket and pulled pork. 20 concerts will be presented on the Main Stage, including the Playing For Change Band, Robert Randolph &

Weedsport. Cayuga County Fair. See July 10.

July 11 Canandaigua. The Canandaigua Lake Music Festival has partnered with Finger Lakes Community College for a summer concert series that will celebrate the series’ 10th anniversary. July 11 and 13, and Friday and Sunday, July 18 and 20.

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12, a less formal “Classical Blue Jeans” and barbecue concert at Bristol Harbour Resort on July 16, a performance for children at Canandaigua’s Wood Library on July 17 and a series of free “pop-up” shows in Canandaigua. The children’s concert and “pop-up” shows will be free and open to the public. “Master key” tickets for all four FLCC shows are $120 for general admission and $180 for patrons. Single concert tickets are $15 for students, $35 for general admission and $60 for patrons. The Blue Jeans concert includes dinner and costs $50 or $25 for those under 18. Tickets and more information at www. lakemusicfestival.org or by calling Aimee Ward at 585-690-1220. For the latest updates, visit the festival’s Facebook page at www.facebook.

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Oswego. Family Boat Building. An instructional, hands-on program that culminates in a completed boat for your family’s use. Minimum age requirements. Cost TBD. Pre-registration is necessary. H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center, end of W. First St. Pier, 315342-0480. www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com

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Oswego. Kids’ Pirate Day. “Shiver Me Timbers!”

Join in pirate-themed games, treasure hunt, crafts and more. Geared for ages 2 to 12 years.

Costumes strongly encouraged. Admission $12.

10 a.m. to noon. H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center, end of W. First St. Pier, 315342-0480. www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com.

Rochester. Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest. See July 10.

Volney. Homemade Ice Cream Social. Homemade ice cream sundaes with picnic style meal, take-outs available. Ice cream in containers to take home. Admission $8. 4:30 to 6 p.m. North Volney Methodist Church, corner of Co. Rtes. 4 & 6, 315-593-6825.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. See July 7.

Oswego. Eastern Yachting Circuit Regatta. See July 10.

Brookfield. Madison County Fair Youth Horse Show. Hunter, Western and Gymkhana classes.

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Series by Maselon See June 13.

Jefferson. Jefferson Maple Museum Music Series.

The Blues Maneuver. Creamery Street.

July 12 Canandaigua. The Canandaigua LakeMusic Festival. See July 11.

Weedsport. Cayuga County Fair. See July 10.

Fulton. Holy Trinity Church Family Fun Festival.

See July 11.

Oswego. Family Boat Building. See July 11.

Oswego. Eastern Yachting Circuit Regatta. See July 10.

Andover. Tough Mudder: Buffalo Area. Wallow through seven ponds, dense woodlands and a plethora of mud bogs and sloppy swamps during the ten-mile, obstacle-laden team racing event.

Tall Pines ATV Park, 1812 Jones Road. Entry fee varies. Discounts given for earlier registration.

Limited number of entries. www.toughmudder. com/events/2014-upstate-new-york.

Aurora. AuroraFest. Blessing of the boats, Taste of Aurora, parade, Battle of the Bands, live music, food and fireworks. www.visitaurorany.com.

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Altmar. Celebrate Fishing Event. Open house and tours of the Salmon River International Sport Fishing Museum, fishing in their pond, fly rod and casting demonstrations, basic fishing seminars for all ages, vintage fishing and camping sale, Discovery Auction of vintage fishing and camping items, antique boat and canoe show, silent auction to benefit the museum, food, games, door prizes, and much more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Free admission. 3044 NYS Rte. 13. 315-298-2213. www.salmonriverinternationalfishingmuseum.org.

Central Square. Trains in the Garden. G Gauge trains running over 500 feet of track with ponds, streams and villages. Sponsored by Central NY Large Scale Railway Society. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission: donation. 102 Mohawk Ave., 315-6689582. www.cnylsrs.net.

Oswego. ISMA Supermodified King of Wings VI. Watch the cars and stars of the ISMA Supermodified tour take on Oswego Speedway for the right to be called King of Wings VI. 3 to 10 p.m.

Admission: $30. 300 E. Albany St., 315-342-0646. www.oswegospeedway.com.

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Red Creek. 7th Annual Lavender Festival. Youpick lavender, plants for sale, wine tasting, craft artisans, informational speakers, The Ol’Factory Soap Shoppe, family farm museum, horse drawn wagon rides, baked goods samples and homemade lavender ice cream. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ol’Factory Farm, 12973 Upton Road. www. nylavenderfestival.com.

Rochester. Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest. See July 10.

Buffalo. Taste of Buffalo. One of the nation’s largest food festivals, Taste of Buffalo attracts more than 450,000 people annually. The Taste features dozens of Buffalo’s best restaurants serving some of the most enjoyable foods the region has to offer. Free admission; tickets for food and drinks. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sun.: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 65 Niagara Square. 716-656-1214. www.tasteofbuffalo.com.

Rochester. Corn Hill Art Festival. Nearly 250,000 attend this two-day, outdoor show of artists and craftsmen from all over the country who display artwork from fine art to rustic jewelry.

Free admission. Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.cornhill.org.

Skaneateles. 6th Annual Finger Lakes Lavender Festival. The 6th Annual Finger Lakes Lavender Festival kicks off this weekend in Skaneateles.

Food, arts and crafts, speakers, and activities.

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lockwood Lavender Farm. Free parking and admission. www.lockwoodfarm. blogspot.com.

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tival. See July 11.

Andover. Tough Mudder: Buffalo Area. See July 12.

Weedsport. Cayuga County Fair. See July 10.

Oswego. Family Boat Building. See July 11.

Mexico. Annual Band Concert. Vocal ensembles, Mexico Brass, Steve Watson, and Charrie Lehman in concert. Young Explosives will conclude the evening with a fireworks display. Food and beverages will be available. Bring a chair or blanket. 6 p.m. Free admission, donations accepted. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr., 315-963-7657. www.mexicopointpark.com.

Richmondville. Richmondville Historical Society. Music at the Mill with Tom & Neil. High Street. www.richmondvillehistoricalsociety.com.

Red Creek. 7th Annual Lavender Festival. See July 12.

Rochester. Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest. See July 10.

Skaneateles. Lavender Festival. See July 12.

ment. Supports United Way’s Community Fund.

Two flights of golf: 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. shotgun starts. Register early to guarantee your team by calling 315-593-1900. Admission TBD. 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oswego Country Club, 610 W. First St. www.oswegounitedway.org.

Fulton Arty Camp. Students can choose from different art disciplines taught by qualified instructors. A free lunch will be offered. $75/ student. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CNY Arts Center, 357 State St. 315-592-3373. www.cnyartscenter. com.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. A weeklong nature education program for children ages 5 to 15.

Admission TBD. Limited financial assistance available for eligible families. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Fulton. Arty Camp. See July 14.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. See July 14.

Buffalo. Taste of Buffalo. See July 12.

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Festival. See July 11.

Fulton. Arty Camp. See July 14.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. See July 14.

Oswego. Free Movie in the Park. Family friendly movie shown in Washington Square (East) Park, plus other activities for children. Sponsored by Oswego County Federal Credit Union and Oswego City-County Youth Bureau. Dusk. Rain date 7/17.

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July 17 Canandaigua. The Canandaigua LakeMusic Festival. See July 11.

Fulton. Arty Camp. See July 14.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. See July 14.

Mexico. Firemen’s Field Days. Thursday parade at 7 p.m. Friday fish dinners begin at 6 p.m.

Saturday kiddie parade at 12:30 p.m. with a special price on rides from 1 to 5 p.m. 3284 Main St. 315-963-7494.

Mexico. Firemen’s Field Days. See July 17.

Syracuse. Syracuse Nationals. Largest car show in the northeast. NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse.

Street rods, customs, classics, muscle cars, antiques and trucks thru 1980. Over 7,500 cars and 400 vendors. For more information, call 800753-397 or visit www.SyracuseNationals.com Canandaigua. The Canandaigua LakeMusic Festival. See July 11.

Oswego. St. Mary’s Bazaar. Annual bazaar featuring games of chance, big money raffle, kiddie land, musical entertainment and great food.

Chicken BBQ and Texas Hots. Free admission.

5 p.m. to 10 p.m. St. Mary of the Assumption Church parking lot, 103 W. Seventh St. 315-3433953. www.stmarysoswego.org.

Hannibal. SOS Fest. Three day music festival with 15-plus bands, food and vendors. Free water slides. Bands from Ohio, Penn., Mich., Canada and N.Y. Camping available. Admission $10 per day. 6 p.m. Fri. to 1 p.m. Sun. Fireman’s Field, Rochester St. 315-564-6133. www.cabin3ministries.org

Fulton. Arty Camp. See July 14.

Oswego. Exploring Nature. See July 14.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Acoustic Music Series by Desolation Road Studio. See June 20.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Liverpool. 31st Annual Great American Antiquefest. Onondaga Lake Park, 3813 Longbranch Rd. Free mobile pickup system for bulky purchases. Free “Dealer-Directory” for customers.

Food booths. Advance ticket sales before July 1: Send check payable to Antiquefest Inc. for exact amount of ticket price along with name, address and phone number to: Allman Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 470, Clayton, NY 13624. Advance sale tickets will be sent by mail and are non refundable. No advance sale tickets processed after July 1. 9 a.m to 12 p.m. $20 for “Set-up Shopper” entry while dealers unpack includes re-entry on Saturday & Sunday. General Admission from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. $7. Under 12 free. Free

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Alexandria Bay. 37th Annual Vintage Boat Show. Proceeds from the event will benefit local charities. Event includes a reception and cocktail party at the Boldt Yacht House, a display of 60 to 70 boats, and a boat cruise.

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Hannibal. SOS Fest. See July 18.

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Liverpool. 31st Annual Great American Antiquefest. See July 18. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $7.

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Salmon Country Inc.

Summer & Fall

The Best of Upstate New York Marina & Campgrounds Texas, NY • 315-963-8049 www.salmoncountryinc.com

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LARGE CAMPSITES Electric/Water Hook Up Pump Outs Available Deep Water Docks and Launch 10 Ton Boat Haul Out Storage Inside & Out Available Non-Ethanol Gas State Park Just Down the Road

Service All Makes & Models, Power & Sail

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FLATROCK MINING

Sluice Mining for Gemstones, Minerals & Fossils

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County Route 16 Mexico NY 13114 (Between Routes 104 and 104B) www.jellystonecny.com

315-963-7096

• Sites by day, week, month • Season rental • Rustic and luxury log cabins • RV park trailer rentals • Full activities • Staff for themed weekends • Planned activities every day in July & August • Yogi Bear TM & Boo Boo • Pool • Playgrounds •Wagon Rides

Drake’s

SALES & SERVICE

Heating, Air Conditioning, Generators, Plumbing, Water Heaters 3244 Main Street Mexico 315-908-6022 drakesheatingandair@gmail.com

Summer & Fall

Welcome to The Best of Upstate New York

MEXICO New York

Mother of Towns Friends of Mexico Point Park, Inc. A Great Place to Live, Work & Play Stewards of Casey’s Cottage and Mexico Point Park 120 Mexico Point Drive West PO Box 326 Mexico, NY 13114 315-963-7657 315-963-3891 www.mexicony.net or www.howardsplace.net/manorhouse

District 7

John E. Proud

Oswego County Legislator P.O. Box 703 Mexico, NY 13114 315-963.3129

Starr Clark

Tinshop & Underground Railroad Museum 3250 Main Street, Mexico, NY 13114 Fri. 4 to 7 pm • Sat. 10 am to 2 pm

By Appointment315-963-7898 www.mexicony.net/history

Performance Uniforms and Formal Wear • Custom Spiritwear designed and printed in house.

• No Hidden Upcharges for Artwork or Set-Up fees • T-Shirts, Hoodies, Sweatpants, Embroidery • Wedding Parties call for special appointments

3248 Main Street, Mexico 435-963-0642

www.mexicony.net

M

exico, a quaint small town nestled in Central New York, offers many attractions for the whole family.

Visit Mexico in the winter for great snowmobiling. Hunt, fish, swim and bird watch in warm weather. Relax at Mexico Point Park and tour the park’s unique Casey’s Cottage, charter a fishing expedition, or stay at one of Mexico’s camp grounds. Shop at the many small village businesses.

Dine at many excellent restaurants, enjoy an ice cream cone, experience the rich history of the “Mother of Towns” by viewing the unique “LaGuerre D’ Independence” mural at the high school, stop by the museum and library. Pick berries and apples at local orchards and farm stands.

No matter the season, there’s a lot going on in Mexico!

Unique Baskets & Gifts Floral & Gift Shop 3265 Main Street Mexico 315-297-4045

The Mexico Historical Museum South Jefferson Street Mexico, NY 13114

Town Historian 315-963-7535 www.mexicony.net/ history

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Hollister Agency Home • Auto • Business • Health A Partnership You Can Trust For All Your Insurance Needs.

3382 Main St | Mexico, NY 13114 315-963-7263 www.insureit.com

A peaceful place to get away from the hectic life.

159 Ladd Road, Mexico, NY 13114

(Off Route 104B- 2 mi. from Lake Ontario)

(315)963-2060

www.yellowrosecamp.com

Ye Olde HAIR Shoppe

Haircuts Perms Colors Highlights Waxing Pedicures Manicures Paraffin Wax

594 State Rt. 104 B • Mexico, NY 13114 315-963-7430 Sue Teifke,Terri Sawyer & Sandy Burdick Brenda Honebein

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Oneida Lake, the largest lake within New York state’s borders, is famous for year-round fishing and recreational events. Once a major thoroughfare for shipping as well as a resource for manufacturing, Oneida Lake is most commonly used for recreation these days.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Dragonflies & Damselflies. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Batik PhuketStyle. See June 14.

Alexandria Bay. 37th Annual Vintage Boat Show. See July 18.

Long Lake. US Waterski Show Team. Rain or Shine. North Eastern Regional Champions of 2011 perform their show including jumps, stunts, and pyramids. Free. 3 p.m. Long Lake Town Beach. www.mylonglake.com.

Cazenovia Lorenzo Driving Competition. Overlooking Cazenovia Lake, the Lorenzo Driving Competition involves around 100 horses and carriages competing in a variety of classes including ring work, obstacles and a cross country pleasure drive. Free admission. Lorenzo State Park. 315-391-6410. twillit3@yahoo.com. www. lorenzodriving.com.

Rochester. Corn Hill Art Festival. See July 12.

Syracuse. Syracuse Nationals. See July listing.

Prices and items are subject to change while we work to adjust to your needs!

9664 Brewerton Rd., Brewerton, NY 13209

668-1810 topthispizza.biz

Text the word “Pizza” to the number 40518 for Exclusive Weekly Specials

SUMMER SERVICES 278 Slips - with and without power Restrooms with shower facilities New and used parts with onsite service work Canvas work Concrete launch ramp with seasonal or daily passes Dry storage

WINTER SERVICES Winterization • Shrink wrap Outdoor storage

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July 20 Canandaigua. The Canandaigua LakeMusic Festival. See July 11.

Oswego. St. Mary’s Bazaar. See July 18.

Hannibal. SOS Fest. See July 18.

Liverpool. 31st Annual Great American Antiquefest. See July 18. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $7.

North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Antique & Vintage Car Show and Blenheim Art Walk. 1378 State Route 30. 800-7240309. www.nypa.gov/vc/blengil.htm Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Wildflower Walk Series. See June 8.

Alexandria Bay. 37th Annual Vintage Boat Show. See July 18.

Cazenovia Lorenzo Driving Competition. See July 19.

Syracuse. Syracuse Nationals. See July listing.

July 23 Oswego. Kids’ Pirate Day. See July 11.

July 24 Mexico. Casey’s Café. See June 19.

Oswego. Harborfest. Enjoy four days of live music, great food, carnival rides, crafters, and tons of family fun at various parks around the city.

Fireworks over the Oswego Harbor on Saturday night. Free admission. 315-343-6858. www. oswegoharborfest.com.

Pulaski. Annual Book Sale. Selection includes hard covers, paperbacks, magazines, puzzles, games, and DVDs. Sponsored by Friends of the Pulaski Library. Thu. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Fri. 9 am. to 5 p.m; Sat. 9 a.m to 1 p.m. Snow Memorial Building Auditorium, 4917 N. Jefferson St., 315/298-2717. www.pulaskinypubliclibrary. org.

July 25 Oswego. Harborfest. See July 24.

Pulaski. Annual Book Sale. See July 24.

Mexico. Classic Movie Night. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and some popcorn and watch a classic movie under the stars. Free admission, donations accepted. 8:30 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www. mexicopointpark.com.

Oswego. Sail Oswego Regatta. 27th annual sailing regatta. Over 40 boats expected to compete.

Spectators free. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oswego Yacht Club, 19 Lake St. www.oswegoyachtclub.org.

Auburn. Remember the Big 6 Picnic – A Cayuga County Youth Fair. Activities for young and old.

4-H dog, cattle, rabbit, and poultry shows.

Crafts and projects on display. Open shows, farm equipment displays, animals on display, horse drawn wagon rides and much more. Entertainment throughout the day. Food available.

Parking at Emerson Park: $3. Admission: free.

315-252-7644.

Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show, hosted by the Finger Lakes Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society. Wood boat enthusiasts from across the United States and Canada gather at the north end of Skaneateles Lake to display boats both in water and on land. The event also includes three concerts, raffle, boat parade, family activities, and live music.

July 26 Oswego. Harborfest. See July 24.

Pulaski. Annual Book Sale. See July 24.

Oswego. Sail Oswego Regatta. See July 25.

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Supervised to your satisfaction with ALL axcess trails & landing leveled off with a dozer at the end of project.

For FREE consultation Call: 315-668-3786, 585-754-4301, or 315-560-7957 PO Box 593, Central Square, NY 13036 2014• Fall Guide — The Best of Upstate• 61

GristMill Restaurant

INTERSTATE 81 - EXIT 33

Soft Ice Cream • Daily Special

OPEN 24/7

DIESEL • GAS

625-7691

Brewerton Motel

Clean • Jacuzzi • Affordable Take Brewerton Exit 31 off I-81, turn right.

Go 1/2 mile to US Rt. 11, turn left. Motel is 1 1/2 miles on left side of road.

(315) 699-8849 • (315) 657-5345

Sun-Thurs 6 am to 10 pm Fri-Sat 6 am to 11 pm

Breakfast Served All Day Frettas Starting at $4.29 Full Menu Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner

Children’s Menu Available

All Including Beverage (No Refills)

315-668-3861 Located on State Route 49, just east of Exit 32 ramp off I-81 at Central Square

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Auburn. Remember the Big 6 Picnic. See July 25.

Montezuma to Homer. Fifty-Mile Long Garage Sale. Sale Runs along Route 90 with hundreds of vendors selling antiques and collectibles.

Barbecue for sale. Rain or Shine. 800-499-9615.

Oswego. Harborfest 5K Run & Kids Fun Run. A long-standing local tradition celebrating fun and fitness. An exciting way to kick off Harborfest weekend. All ages welcome. $20-$25 entry fee; kids run $5. 8:30 a.m. Oswego YMCA, 249 W. First St. 315-343-1981. www.oswegoymca.org.

Howe Caverns. Howe Caverns Bike Swap Meet & Show. 255 Discovery Drive. 518-296-8900. www.howecaverns.com

Gilboa. Warrior Dash. Test your fitness and mental tenacity against a marathon filled with obstacles. 378 Stryker Road. www.warriordash.com

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Herbal Wisdom: ADHD. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Insect Study.

174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org

Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show.

See July 25.

Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

Cobleskill Fairgrounds. South Grand Street. 518234-2123. www.sunshinefair.org.

Odessa. 2014 Finger Lakes Cheese Festival. A fun-filled, family day of food, music, animals, games, classes and more. Sample cheese and other local foods and beverages. The first 500 paid attendees will receive a complimentary shopping bag. Leashed dogs permitted. Admission: $3/ adult; kids 12 and under/free. Free parking 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunset View Creamery, 4970 County Rd 14. (just outside of Watkins Glen). www.flcheesetrail.com.

Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show.

See July 25.

July 27 Oswego. Harborfest. See July 24.

Auburn. Remember the Big 6 Picnic. See July 25.

Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

See July 26.

Montezuma to Homer. Fifty-Mile Long Garage Sale. See July 26.

Don’t Miss It Central Square Apple Festival. A fun family weekend with 300 crafters, vendors, non-profits, pony & amusement rides, live bands and apple products galore. Sept.

26, through 28 Free shuttle parking.

Admission $5/carload. 315-675-8232. www. centralsquareapplefestival.com.

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Mexico. English Tea with Lady B. Escape the ordinary at Mexico Point Park on Lake Ontario.

Enjoy a relaxing hour or two at Casey’s Cottage with delectable bites, genteel companionship and stimulating conversation. Please call for reservations. Proceeds go to the maintenance and upkeep of the cottage. Adults $10, children under 12 $5. 3 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr., 315-963-7657. www. mexicopointpark.com.

July 28 Ithaca. Ithaca Celtic Festival. Band and solo competitions (professional — grade 5), highland and Irish dance, clans and a host of Celtic-themed food and craft vendors. Two fields for athletics with refreshment and entertainment tents between them. Sheep shearing, kilt making, spinning and weaving demonstrations and a scene or two from the Ithaca Shakespeare company. At Stewart Park, Ithaca. For more information. visit www.ithacacelticfestival.com or call 607-280-2113.

Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

See July 26.

July 29 Ithaca. Ithaca Celtic Festival. See June 28 listing.

Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

See July 26.

July 30 Glens Falls. Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash. A foot-stompin’, crowd-pleasin’ salute

Burt Goodnough’s

MARINA EAST

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the

Sandy Creek Lacona area

Authorized Mercury & Evinrude Sales & Service Manitou Pontoon & MirroCraft Boats Shorland’r, LoadRite & Hoosier Trailers New & Used Marine Parts & Accessories 9245 Rt. 3, Sandy Creek, NY 315-387-5894 bgmarina@frontiernet.net Website: bgmarina.com

Colonial Court

Originally known as “Washingtonville,” Oswego County’s first incorporated village, Sandy Creek rose to prominence as a milling town along the Rome-Watertown railroad.

Today, it’s the home of the Oswego County Fair and is within a stone’s throw from some of Lake Ontario’s nicest beaches.

Campground

on the Seaway Trail Propane • Ice

Tent or Full Hook up Sites Overnight • Weekly • Monthly • Seasonal

8730 State Rt. 3 • Sandy Creek, NY 13145

(315) 387-3376

Dick & Lori Krebs

Greene Point Marina & Mobile Home Park LLC

Marine Store

PARTS | DOCKAGE

Rentals - Boat & motor, pontoon, waterfront camper Mobile home sales Camping supplies - Groceries, beer, ice, sundries

Weekend Snack Bar

Fish Fry Friday 4-9 Sat. 11-9 Some Holiday Hours

206 Greene Point Road., Mannsville, NY 13661

LOCATED ON BEAUTIFUL SANDY POND Just off Route 3 at the Oswego / Jefferson line Email: cheryl@gpmarina.com or cathy@gpmarina.com 315-387-3513 www.gpmarina.com

405 Weaver Road Sandy Creek, New York

Phone 315-387-5562 Work 315-298-6939

www.empireelk.com dick@empireelk.com

ELK MEAT CUTS Tenderloin (Boneless).......................... $24.00/lb.

Filet...................................................... $24.00/lb.

NY Strip............................................... $24.00/lb.

Delmonico Steak.................................. $24.00/lb.

Eye Round Steak.................................. $19.00/lb.

Sirloin Steak......................................... $17.00/lb.

Elk Roast.............................................. $15.00/lb.

Elk Sandwich Steak............................. $15.00/lb.

Elk Cubes............................................... $9.50/lb.

Sausage (Hot)......................................... $9.00/lb.

Ground Burger Patties............................ $9.00/lb.

Ground Burger (Bulk)............................ $8.50/lb.

Elk Pepper Sticks................................$1.50/stick 24/case....................................................... $25.00

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www.sandypondresorts.com

SANDY POND RESORTS

(315) 387-6828

EDRDAINED’SGRCILOL VE BA

315-387-5318

Enjoy Lake Ontario at Sandy Pond. Great fishing, swimming, boating, miles of beautiful sandy beaches, state parks, golf courses, the Salmon River & more. 10 minutes to I-81. See website for detailed info.

Home of the “Big A” Burger

Rental Cabins

Marinas

SANDY POND, NY

Thursday - 35¢ Wing Night, 5-Gone (Eat-In Only) Friday - Fried Haddock Dinner w/2 Sides Saturday - Oven Roasted Prime Rib Dinner Sunday - $2.00 Bloody Marys, 12-6 pm

Open 7 days a week at noon

Prices are for eat-in only

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Clean, furnished cabins w/cable TV, AC, fridge, microwave, fire pits, boat launch. Daily rate is only $30/night per guest. Weekly rates available.

2 private membership marinas, 78 slips total 42 with elec., water, & WiFi dockside. Restrooms w/ showers, plenty of parking Rates are $725 - $1250/season

MH Park

Clean, quiet, adult park, $334/ month covers lot rent, taxes, water, sewer, trash removal, grounds & road maintenance. Peaceful, private residence! Just 2 lots still available.

Summer & Fall to The Man in Black. A musical about love and faith, rowdiness and redemption, and home and family. More than two dozen classic Johnny Cash hits. 2 p.m. matinee; 7:30 p.m. performance.

Visit website for ticket information. Charles R Wood Theater, 207 Glen St. 518-874-0800. www. atfestival.com.

Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

See July 26.

August All Month

Auburn. “Menopause the Musical,” through Aug 9. See June All Month.

Auburn. Auburn Doubledays Baseball. See June 13 listing.

Auburn. Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. See June 4.

Cape Vincent. Focus on Cape Vincent amateur photo contest. Lasts through Aug. 15. See June All Month listing.

Howe Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum exhibit “Standing in Two Worlds: Iroquois in 2014.”

Continues until Nov. 30. 324 Caverns Road. 518296-8949. www.iroquoismuseum.org.

The BestMary’s of Upstate New York Supplies & Framing

of Rt 11 South, Sandy Creek

Aug. 1 Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

See July 26.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Desolation Road Studios Presents Open Mic. See June 6.

All Kinds of Needlework

(315) 387-6673

Offering Quality Used Clothing and Household Items at Low Cost!

(315) 387-5903

www.marysneedleart.com “We’re known for our books!”

Open Monday thru Friday 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 9 am to 1 pm www.friendship.weebly.com

Est. 1986 • Mary L. Hicks, owner Tues:10-5/Thurs:10-5/Sat:10-3 • 240 Miller Rd., Lacona

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Try Some Real Country Goodness

HARP’S BULK FOODS 8220 Route 289 Belleville, NY 13611 Phone 315-846-5337

Buy Bulk for Quality & Savings!

• Great Lakes Cheese Curd • New York Aged Cheddar (4 to 12 years) • Master’s Touch Coffee roasted in New York • Pure Local Maple Syrup • Pure Local Honey

• Full line of deli meats and cheese • Stoltzfus Family Yogurt • Handmade Baskets • Home made Fudge

• Over 100 different kinds of candy • Almond Butter, Butterscotch Peanut Butter, Chocolate Peanut Butter all made

Aug. 2

Oswego. “The Great Rope” Award-winning War of 1812 play written by local historian and theatre

6046 S. Main St., Sandy Creek

Yarn • Knitting • Crocheting • Counted Cross Stitch Lessons • Personal Service • Special Orders • Mail Orders

New Haven. Town Wide Garage Sales. 19th annual town wide sales. Rain date Aug. 2. 315963-3900. www.newhavenny.com.

Oswego. $10,000 to Win Mr. Novelis Supermodified. The best in Novelis Supermodified racing, circle Oswego Speedway in search of the $10,000 Mr. Supermodified prize. Admission $20. 4 to 10 p.m. 300 E. Albany St. 315-342-0646. www. oswegospeedway.com.

“Volunteers Extending A Helping Hand”

(About a mile south of the stoplight or 4 miles north of Pulaski)

Sterling. Sterling Renaissance Festival. See July All Month. Open weekends through Aug. 17.

Scriba. Throttle It Thursdays. Jimmie James BBQ sponsors Throttle It Thursdays every Thursday from 4 – 8 p.m. Bring your car, truck, bike. Any style — classic, import, rat, daily, project, racecar, show. Meet, hang out, eat, swap meet.

Gear head free for all. Every Thursday of the season. 5048 state Route 104 in Scriba. For more information, call 315-342-7427.

Friendship Thrift Shoppe

Needleart

in the store Sacket’s Harbor

OUR HOURS May to September: Mon.–Fri. 9 to 6 Sat. 9 to 5 October to April: Mon.–Thurs. 9 to 5 Fri. 9 to 6 • Sat. 9 to 5 Closed Sundays

County Route 178

Henderson Harbor

Rt. 75

BELLEVILLE R O Rt. 75 Hessell Rd Rt. 289 U T E ELLISBURG 3

South Landing Rd

SHARP’S BULK FOODS County Route 193

Rt. 87 Rt. 22A

To Sandy Creek

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the dack n o r i d A area

Old Forge and the Adirondack region offer much for the vacationer during all seasons. In summer and fall, you can enjoy all kinds of activities, including boating, golf, water skiing, fishing, canoeing, hiking, swimming and mountain biking. In winter, you can enjoy the wide open space for snowmobiling on well-groomed trails in Old Forge, referred to as the “Snowmobile Capital of the East.”

s Lakeside Cottages Stiefvateonr’Beautiful 4th Lake 1-5 Bedroom housekeeping cottages Dock & Private sand beach Swimming Color cable TV Bonfire area, free firewood Comp. kayaks, canoes

67th Annual

New York State

OODSMEN’S FIELD DAYS Boonville, New York

BOONVILLE - ONEIDA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS ROUTE 294, BOONVILLE

Open mid-May thru mid-Oct. Rt. 28 Inlet 315-357-2110

www.inletlakesidecottages.com Your hosts: Dan & Carolyn

Friday-Saturday-Sunday August 15, 16, & 17, 2014

DAILY ADVANCE SALE TICKETS - $7 per adult, $6 per child (12 & under) 3-DAY WEEKEND PASS - $21 per adult, $15 per child (12 & under) AT THE GATE - $10 per adult, $7 per child (12 & under) Senior Citizen Discount at Gate Expanded Variety of Forest Industry Exhibits & Wood Crafters

For information: 315-942-4593 SORRY - NO PETS ALLOWED

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Christy’s Motel

Old Forge, NY • 315-369-6138 • Efficiency • Spacious rooms • Complimentary coffee • Handicapped accessible • Children’s play area • Air conditioning • Heated pool www.christysmotel.com professor, Rosemary Nesbitt, to be performed live inside the old fort. Time and admission TBD. Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St. 315-343-4711. www. fortontario.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Sun Party: Safe Solar Viewing. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Pond Ecology.

174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Victorian Tea at Lansing Manor. 1378 State Route 30. 800-724-0309. www.nypa.gov/ vc/blengil.htm Rochester. Park Ave. Summer Art Fest, a juried show. Only artists who are the hands-on makers of their work may participate. Food vendors,

Summer & Fall The Best of Upstate New York HOSS’S COUNTRY CORNER Long Lake, NY 1-800-952-HOSS

Complete Adirondack book selection Maps • Rugged clothing Hiking boots • Camping supplies Gifts • Fishing tackle Groceries • Ice • DEC licenses

Ice cream shop, Bait shop and Campground too! www.hossscountrycorner.com

entertainment and more than 300 artists from across the U.S. and Canada. More than 32 acts will be performing on three stages. Festival runs along Park Avenue from Alexander Street to Culver Road. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.park-avenue.org.

Canandaigua. Canandaigua Wine Walk. See June 7.

Aug. 3 Oswego. National Lighthouse Day & U.S. Coast Guard Birthday Celebration. The H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center will celebrate local lighthouse keepers and the Coast Guard with guest speakers and more. 2 p.m. End of W. First St. Pier, 315-342-0480. www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com.

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Don’t Miss It Oswego. J/24 Pennant Series Regatta. J/24 class sailing regatta. Aug. 9.

Over 25 boats expected to compete on Lake Ontario.

See listing for more informatino

Cobleskill. Schoharie County Sunshine Fair.

See July 26.

Rochester. Park Ave. Summer Art Fest. See Aug. 2. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aug. 5 Hannibal. Concert on the Lawn. The Friends of the Hannibal Library will provide easy listening music for the community to enjoy. Bring a lawn chair and relax. Time TBD. Free. Hannibal Free Library, 162 Oswego St. 315-564-5471.

Aug. 7 Cortland. Brockway Truck Preservation Association. 15th Annual National Brockway Truck Show.

The event includes the “huskie drive,” wine tasting, auction, truck parade, fireworks and more.

Visit www.brockwaytrucks.org for times and cost.

4386-4392 US Route 11. 607-299-4185.

area

Nestled in the heart of Central New York at the southern edge of the Tug Hill region , this village features lakes, streams, forest, pure water as well as a rich heritage.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Open Daily: 11 AM to 9 PM www.peterpaulrecreation.com Route 46S/49W Rome With This Ad! 1 per person per day 315-339-2666

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Sodus Bay area

Aug. 8 Fulton. Jazz Fest. Two nights of amazing music, great food, and good times. Bring your own lawn chairs/blankets. Please leave your pets and coolers at home. Presented by Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Free admission. 5 to 11 p.m.

Fulton War Memorial, NYS Rte. 3. 315-343-7681. www.oswegofultonchamber.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Full Moon Music Series by Maselon See June 13.

Known to Native Americans as “Silvery Waters,” Sodus Bay provided safe access to Lake Ontario throughout its 7 th Annual history. Today, Sodus Bay is a great place to go July 12th & 13th fishing, boating, and even shopping.

Visit the numerous Ol’Factory Farm 12973 Upton Road, Red Creek NY antique and art Sponsored by Ol’ Factory Soaps & Scents studios or even catch a fall www.olfactorysoaps.com www.nylavenderfestival.com foliage train.

Lavender Festival

Cherry Grove

Campground elax R , e m o C y... o j n E d n a • Weekly/Daily Cabin Rentals • RV Sites w/full hook-ups • Seasonal & Overnight Available • Groups & Clubs Welcome 12669 Ridge Road, Wolcott, NY 14590 www.cherrygrovecampground.com 315-594-8320

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Lavender Picking, Craft Artisans, Informational Speakers, Musical Entertainment, Great Food, Childrens Area and more!

Admission $4.00 12yr. & under FREE Sorry No Pets Allowed

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Cortland. Brockway Truck Preservation Association. See Aug. 7.

Aug. 9 Oswego. J/24 Pennant Series Regatta. J/24 class sailing regatta. Over 25 boats expected to compete on Lake Ontario. Spectators free. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oswego Yacht Club, 19 Lake St. www.oswegoyachtclub.org.

Fulton. Jazz Fest. See Aug. 8.

Central Square. Trains in the Garden. G Gauge trains running over 500 ft. of track with ponds, streams and villages. Sponsored by Central NY Large Scale Railway Society. Admission: donation. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 102 Mohawk Ave., 315-668-9582. www.cnylsrs.net.

Liverpool. 2014 CNY Scottish Games and Celtic Festival. The event includes massed bagpipes bands and band competition, solo bagpiping, dancing, drumming and drum major competition.

It will also feature Irish and Scottish dancing demonstrations; Scottish and American food, clan tents, genealogy and a wide variety of vendors. It will take place starting 9 a.m. at Long Branch Park on the Onondaga Lake, Liverpool.

Rain or shine. Bring your folding chairs. For more information, call 315-399-4116 or 315-252-7174 or visit www.CNYScottishGames.org.

Minetto. Magic in Minetto. Family festival with music, food, craft making and ice cream for kids. Antique car show and a fun canoe/kayak race. Free. 11 a.m to 3 p.m. River View Park & Town Hall, NYS Rte. 48, 315-343-4565. www. townofminetto.net.

Oswego. Chicken BBQ. Half chicken grilled over hardwoods and served with sides dishes. Eat in or take out. Cost TBD. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Trinity UMC, 45 E. Utica St. 315-343-1715.

Parish. Olde Home Day. Fun-filled day for all ages. Homemade ice cream, free vendor setup.

9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Sponsored by Greater Parish Area Chamber of Commerce. Intersection of Rte. 69 and Co. Rte. 38. 315-447-1211.

8949. www.iroquoismuseum.org

Aug. 10 Oswego. J/24 Pennant Series Regatta. See Aug. 9.

Oswego. St. Stephen’s Polish Festival. The parishioners of St. Stephen’s Church celebrate their heritage with traditional, authentic Polish foods and music. Fresh golumpkis, pierogis and kielbasa. Live music by New Dimensions, a traditional Polish band from Buffalo. Free admission. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 138 Niagara St. 315-343-0350. www.events.syracusediocese. org/parishes/display/123.

Parish. 16th Annual Car Show. Cars, food, fun, music, crafters, and vendors. General admission $3. Car show pre-registration $8, day of the show, $10. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parish Volunteer Fire Company, 16 Union St. 315-625-7411. www. parishvfc.org.

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Richmondville. Richmondville Historical Society. Music at the Mill. Magpie. High Street. www. richmondvillehistoricalsociety.com

FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION July 3 (10-11 a.m.) Annual Lighthouse Themed Kiddie Costume Parade (9:30 p.m.) Village of Sodus Point Fireworks Display July 4 (7-11 a.m.) Breakfast on the Bluff—enjoy a hot, lakefront meal (8 a.m.-5 p.m.) Lighthouse Arts & Crafts Show (9-10 a.m.) Lighthouse 5-K Run, sponsored

by McDonald’s of Wayne County; followed by awards ceremony (2-4 p.m.) Gap Mangione Big Band—FREE outdoor concert by the legendary swing & jazz band.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Wildflower Walk Series. See June 8.

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Auburn. Great Race XXXVII. Team triathlon for adults and youth, followed by post-race celebration. Emerson Park. 315-252-7139. www. great-race.com Schroon Lake. Annual Schroon Lake Folk Music Festival. Features live demonstrations on Adirondack crafts, local vendors and plenty of musical entertainment. Free. 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Schroon Lake Town Park.

Cortland. Brockway Truck Preservation Association. See Aug. 7.

Jefferson. Jefferson Maple Museum Music Series.

Upper Catskill String Quartet. Creamery Street.

Aug. 11

Volney Car Show. Music, food and door prizes.

10:30 a.m. registration. $8 per car entry fee.

Free admission for spectators. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

North Volney Methodist Church, corner of Co. Rtes. 4 & 6. 315-593-6825.

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. Visit Madison and Bouckville as a two-mile stretch of US Route 20 is lined with over 2000 antique dealers for an entire week.

See and buy antiques and collectibles from past centuries, enjoy the food vendors, and plenty of parking. Some show fields open as early as Sunday the 10th with all fields open by Thursday.

For a full listing of all antique dealers, show fields and information on the event visit the website. 315-893-1762. info@madisontourism. com. www.madison-bouckville.com.

Cortland. Brockway Truck Preservation Association. See Aug. 7.

Aug. 12

Howes Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum. Social Dance Saturday. 324 Caverns Road. 518-296-

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. See Aug. 11.

Phoenix. Craft Sale. Craft tables set up in Henley Park. Sponsored by the Bridge House Brats. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. 55 State St., 315-695-1308.

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July 4 Gap Mangione Big Band July 6 Finger Lakes Symphony Orchestra July 13 Nostalgic Reunion July 20 The Dady Brothers July 27 Loren and Mark Aug. 3 Dan Elliott and the Monterays Aug. 10 Chorus of the Genesee Aug. 17 Panloco Steel Drum Band Aug. 24 Fiddlers of the Genesee Aug. 31 Starlight Orchestra Free parking & shuttle Food available at Lighthouse concession stand.

Please bring your own seating & sun protection!

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Summer & Fall The Best of Upstate New York Aug. 13 Oswego. Civil War Lecture given by historian Tom Ebert. Admission TBD. 7 p.m. Enlisted Men’s Barracks, Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St. 315-3434711. www.fortontario.com.

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. See Aug. 11.

Aug. 14 Mexico. Mystery Dinner Theater. “Death at Mexico Point Club.” 1930s bootleggers, flappers, gangsters, food, beer, wine, and murder with laughs.

Adults $20, seniors and students $15. 7 p.m.

Call for reservations by Aug. 10th. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www. mexicopointpark.com.

Hannibal. Firemen’s Fair & Music Shows. Food, drinks, games, and carnival rides. Live entertainment every evening. Free admission. 6 p.m. to midnight. Rochester St. 315/564-5601. www. hannibalfirecompany.com.

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. See Aug. 11.

Aug. 15 Hannibal. Firemen’s Fair & Music Shows. See Aug. 14.

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. See Aug. 11.

Fair Haven. Lake Ontario Counties’ Fall Fishing Derby. Adult & youth derby categories include salmon, brown, lake, rainbow or steelhead trout and walleye, prizes. Lake Ontario. Continues through Sept. 1. 888-733-5246. www.loc.org.

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Boonville. Woodsmen’s Field Days. One of the predominant lumberjack contests in the United States. Contestants come from as far away as Can-

ada, Australia, and New Zealand to compete in the lumberjack contests. Visitors can view displays of various forestry related equipment, covering a wide variety of interests from the professional logger to the occasional firewood cutter. Food concessions available. Admission: $7/per adult; $5/child 12 & under. Boonville Oneida County Fairgrounds, Route 294. www.starwebhosting. net/woodsmen.

Aug. 16 Boonville. Woodsmen’s Field Days. See Aug. 15.

Hannibal. Firemen’s Fair & Music Shows. See Aug. 14.

Oswego. Tour de Loop Bike Race. A 30/50-mile bike race ($30), 15-mile ride ($15), and Kids Bike Challenge ($5), along the scenic lakeside and countryside in Oswego County. Price increase after 8/1. Sponsored by Oswego YMCA. 8:30 a.m. Rudy’s Lakeside Drive In, 78 Co. Rte. 89. 315-343-1981. www.oswegoymca.org.

West Monroe. Old Home Day. Hawaiian themed parade and floats. Music, games, food, pie eating and pie baking contest, crafters, Bubbleman, and Jammin’ Beats DJ. Free admission. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friends of West Monroe. Depot Rd. Park. 315-668-8756.

Oswego. Civil War Encampment. Battles, drills and camp life as experienced during the “War between the States.” open Saturday evening for night battle. Regular admission charged. Time TBD. Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St. 315/343-4711. www.fortontario.com.

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. See Aug. 11.

Epserance. Landis Arboretum. 8th Perennial 5K Forest Run. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org Jefferson. Jefferson Maple Museum Music Series.

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Summer & Fall Owl Band, Decadence, Eric Peter & Sons of Octomom, and Jay Lamica with Fade to Blues. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. $10, kids 19 and under, free. Mt. Sabattis Pavilion. 6 Pavilion Way/1100 Deerland Rd. www.mylonglake.com.

Aug. 17 Boonville. Woodsmen’s Field Days. See Aug. 15.

Hastings. Steak Bake with band at the Hastings Fire Dept. Admission: $20. 12 to 5 p.m. 1994 US Rte. 11. 315-625-7592. www.hastingsfireinc.org.

Oswego. Civil War Encampment. See Aug. 16.

Bouckville. 43rd Annual Madison Bouckville Antique Week. See Aug. 11.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Acoustic Music Series. See June 20.

Sterling. Lucky 13th Annual Pig Roast. Join the Friends of the Sterling Nature Center for food and music. The proceeds of this year’s pig roast will be used to improve the trails at the nature center. Roast pork, salt potatoes, coleslaw, baked beans and ice cream are on the menu.

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Aug. 20 Oswego. Free Movie in the Park. Family-friendly movie shown in Washington Square (East) Park, plus other activities for children. Sponsored by Oswego County Federal Credit Union and Oswego City-County Youth Bureau. Dusk. Rain date 8/21.

E. Oneida St. 315-349-3451.

Oswego. Ghostly Walk. Come and walk through Rural Cemetery and meet some of the residents.

Free. Hosted by Oswego Town Historical Society.

6 to 7 p.m. Oswego Town Rural Cemetery, Cemetery Rd. (Fruit Valley), 315-420-0000.

Aug. 21 Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. Hailed

by Country Living as one of its Top Five State Fairs, few fairs surpass this for its size, scope, longevity and variety. Exhibits, concerts, shows, games, rides, food, demonstrations, vendors: find them all at the fair. Tickets $10; parking, $5. Children under 12, free. See the website for discount/free days. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Adjacent to Route 690 West. www.nysfair.org.

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of “Elsies” from all over the USA come to Fulton to celebrate the remarkable gun made here, the LC Smith shotgun. Hosted by Friends of History.

Admission TBD. Pratt House Museum, 177 S. First St. 315-598-4616.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Herbal Wisdom: Ear, Nose and Throat. 174 Lape Road. 518-8756935. www.landisarboretum.org Jefferson. Jefferson Maple Museum Music Series.

Leonata String Quartet. Creamery Street

Aug. 23

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Fair Haven. Fair Haven Fishing Challenge. Lake Ontario. 315-947-5737. www.fairhavenny.com/ calendar.html.

Aug. 26

Constantia. 100 Year Celebration. Parade and gathering at the fire house for acknowledgements, equipment on display, food and beverages available. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Constantia Volunteer Fire Dept., 23 Co. Rte. 23.

315-623-7351.

Fulton. Loop Around the Lake 15K/5K/Kids Fun Run. The 15K loops around Lake Neahtahwanta with flat roads & challenging hills. The 5K offers a scenic route through local neighborhoods.

Race fee $15-$20, kids run $5. Sponsored by Fulton Family YMCA. 8:30 a.m. Fulton War Memorial, NYS Rte. 3. 315-598-9622. www. fultonymca.com Oswego. Penny Carnival. Ten cent games with prizes, hot dogs, soda, water and popcorn. Old fashioned fun at old fashioned prices. Free admission. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trinity UMC, 45 East Utica St. 315-343-1715.

Oswego. Tales of the Haunted Harbor. Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite ghost or historical character. Please bring your own chair. Adults $5, 12 and under free. Rain date Aug. 24. 7:30 p.m. H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center, end of W. First St. Pier. 315342-0480. www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com Fulton. LC Smith Homecoming Weekend. See Aug. 22.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

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Aug. 22

Mexico. Tea House of the August Moon. Experience a Zen Tea Ceremony in the serene environment of the park. Call for reservations

by Aug. 22nd. Adults $12, seniors & students $10. 3 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www.mexicopointpark.com.

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Animal Tracks & Traces Walk. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org

North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Summer Outdoor Movie. 1378 State Route 30. 800-724-0309. www.nypa.gov/vc/ blengil.htm.

Mexico. Casey’s Café. Live music. See June 19.

Mexico. Classic Movie Night. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and some popcorn and watch a classic movie under the stars. Free admission, donations accepted. 8:30 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www. mexicopointpark.com.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Fulton. LC Smith Homecoming Weekend. See Aug. 22.

Aug. 25

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Aug. 27 Oswego. Lecture: Fort Ontario Weather Tower.

Given by Fort Curator Jennifer Emmons. Admission TBD. 7 p.m. Enlisted Men’s Barracks, Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St. 315-343-4711. www. fortontario.com.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Aug. 28 Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Oswego. Budweiser International Classic Weekend. Come experience the biggest short track racing weekend in the northeast at Oswego Speedway. Admission varies. 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

300 E. Albany St. 315-342-0646. www.oswegospeedway.com.

Alexandria Bay. Blues in the Bay Weekend. Five days of blues music to end your summer. The concerts are performed at Upper James Street in downtown Alexandria Bay. Free. 315-482-9531 .info@alexbay.org.

Aug. 29 Oswego. Budweiser International Classic Weekend. See Aug. 28.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Alexandria Bay. Blues in the Bay Weekend.

See Aug. 28.

Aug. 30 Redfield. Old Home Days. Games for kids of all ages and chicken BBQ both days as well as other

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Summer & Fall refreshments. Sat. noon-midnight; Sun, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parade at 6 p.m. on Sat; band 7 to 11 p.m. Free admission. Redfield Volunteer Fire Co., 4879 Co. Rte. 17. 315-599-7750.

Alexandria Bay. Blues in the Bay Weekend.

See Aug. 28.

Skaneateles. SkanRaces. Biking, running, swimming or all three, the various races begin at 7:30 a.m. Entry fee ranges from $20 to $135. Free to spectators. Skaneateles YMCA Community Center, 97 State Street. www.skanraces.com.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Howe Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum. Annual Iroquois Indian 324 Caverns Road. 518-2968949. www.iroquoismuseum.org.

Oswego. Budweiser International Classic Weekend. See Aug. 28.

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Redfied. Old Home Days. See August 30.

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Sept Auburn. Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. See June 4.

Howe Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum exhibit “Standing in Two Worlds: Iroquois in 2014.”

Continues until Nov. 30. 324 Caverns Road. 518296-8949. www.iroquoismuseum.org.

Macedon. The Amazing Maize Maze. Get lost at the area’s largest, oldest corn maze. Plan to spend the day with the family enjoying harvest time games, foods and activities. Barnbuster Tickets include Maze, the Back 40 Adventure and the Farm Tracks Animal Scene Maze Hayrides, Cow train rides (unlimited use). $11 ages 5-up; $7 2 to 4 years; Under 2 free Enter the Maze between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Maze closes at 6 p.m. www.longacrefarms.com.

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Canandaigua. Canandaigua Wine Walk. See June 7.

Sept. 1 Auburn. Auburn Doubledays Baseball. See June 13.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 21.

Fair Haven. Lake Ontario Counties’ Fall Fishing Derby. See Aug. 15.

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Sept. 5 Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Desolation Road Studio Presents Open Mic. See June 6.

Sept. 6 Oswego. Arts, Crafts & Kite Festival. Artists, crafts and food vendors, professional kite fliers and displays. Sponsored by Friends of Fort Ontario. Festival is free; regular admission charged to enter fort. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fort Ontario, 1 E. Fourth St. 315-343-4711. www.fortontario.com.

Oswego. Dragon Boat Festival. Third annual event featuring dragon boating and family activities throughout the day. Teams race in authentic Hong Kong-style, 40-foot-long dragon

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boats. Racing will be at Breitbeck Park on Lake Ontario. 9 a.m. Sponsored by Oswego YMCA. Breitbeck Park, Lake St. 315-343-1981. www. oswegodragon.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Needle Felt a Bird. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org.

Auburn. TomatoFest. Live entertainment, food, crafts and amusement rides to benefit the Cayuga County Food Pantry, parking $2. Emerson Park, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.cnytomatofest.org.

Albany. Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival. For over a decade, the Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival has featured a wealth of jazz greats, critically acclaimed up-and-coming artists and local favorites at one of the area’s most spectacular

venues. This all-day concert features world-class music, great food & beverages and a fireworks show over the Hudson River to end the day. The Jazz Festival is an event for all ages. Free. 1 to 8 p.m. 518-434-2032.

Sept. 7 Auburn. TomatoFest. See Sept. 6.

West Monroe. One Room School Reunion. Any former student of a one room school may attend.

Bring a dish to pass. Raffles and door prizes.

Free. 12 p.m. West Monroe Historical Society, 2355 NYS Rte. 49. 315-668-3780.

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8:30 a.m. Parade from Brockway Museum to Main St., Downtown Cortland 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Trucks parked on Main Street; Brockway exhibit by Cortland County Historical Society 3 p.m.

Presentation of awards on Main Street (in front of NBT Bank) 5 p.m.

Chicken barbeque and former Brockway employee recognition at Brockway Museum (reservations required)

Sunday, August 10, 2014 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Pancake Breakfast at Brockway Museum, 4386 US Route 11 (pay at the door)

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Camp Hollis. See June 9.

Sept. 9.

Sept. 11

Mexico. Gloria McAdam’s Story. Lecture sponsored by Mexico Historical Society. Free. 7 p.m.

Wilcox Hall, 4361 Church St., 315-963-7853. www.mexicony.net/history.

Cleveland. 9/11 Remembrance. Silent march from Cleveland Elementary to Lakeview Park.

Ceremony at 9/11 Memorial Gazebo. Public welcome to participate. Time TBD. Sponsored

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Wildflower Walk Series. See June 8.

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Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Full Moon Music Series by Maselon Productions. See June 13.

Bernhards Bay. Old Time Tractor Show. Featuring old time exhibits, tractors, engines, crafts and much more. Sponsored by Oneida Lake Ole Tymers. Free admission. Time TBD. 807 NYS Rte. 49. 315-708-2214.

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Cleveland. Garage Sale Day. Community garage sales located throughout the Village of Cleveland. Sponsored by the Cleveland Spirit Committee. 8a.m. to 6 p.m. 315-675-8611.

Fulton. Arts Market. Enjoy shopping for original art and various treasures in one location. Check the website for more details and how to become a vendor. Free admission. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CNY Arts Center, 357 State St. 315-592-3373. www. cnyartscenter.com.

Fulton. City-Wide Garage Sale Day. Residents of the City of Fulton will host garage sales. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 315-592-7330. www.cityoffulton.com.

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DINNER THEATERS • SPAGHETTI DINNERS We do... Parties • Weddings • Graduations • Anniversaries, etc.

Beautiful Campgrounds • Open 52 Weeks (1 mi.North of Rt. 81 on Rt. 13) For more info call 607-753-0377 or visit our Website at www.cortlandmusicpark.org

Relax during an overnight stay or host a special event at this magnicent 15,000-square-foot mansion, located in the historic district of downtown Cortland.

Surrounded by picturesque grounds, the Parks Alumni House features ve luxurious bedrooms, access to six common areas, wireless Internet and cable TV. Seasonal lodging packages include dining specials at local restaurants, golf discounts, romantic getaways and wine cruise weekends.

With accommodations for up to 250 guests, your party, wedding, reunion or other special event will take place in comfortable, elegant surroundings.

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the

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area

Waterfalls and gorges, vineyards, cultural city attractions and quaint rural villages are set against the backdrop of the rolling hills and glacial lakes that make the Finger Lakes a vacationer’s dream. Ontario, Yates, Seneca, Schuyler and Cayuga counties plus parts of several others make up the Finger Lakes. It covers a substantial part of Central New York.

The Finger Lakes Most Recommended Wine & Brew Tour Service 1938 West Lake Road Skaneateles, NY 13152 315-685-5095 skanmarina.com Marina Supplies G Sundries Soda G Ice G Snacks Newly Refurbished Ships Store!

SERVICES:

We make boating fun!

RENTALS:

Boats: pontoons, fishing, kayaks, canoes Tubes: single, double and group!

Gas & Oil Summerize! Prepare your engines for boating season Summer Trailer Storage In board/outboard engine servicing Winter Storage Winterize Dock and Hoist Installations Boat detailing

ALL KINDS OF BOAT-RELATED NEEDS!

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Let us take you to the best wineries and breweries in the Finger Lakes Wine Country Luxury Sedan for two SUV for 4-6 pass Luxury Van up to 11 pass

Scenic, Fun & Tasteful! www.QualityWineTours.com (877) 424-7004

Summer & Fall Oswego. The Iroquois, a Lecture by George DeMass. Admission: donation. 1:30 p.m. H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center, end of W. First St. Pier, 315-342-0480. www. hleewhitemarinemuseum.com.

Sandy Creek. Ride for Literacy & Vendor/Craft Fair. Second annual event. Ride $10. Vendor spots $10. All proceeds benefit the Annie P. Ainsworth Memorial Library. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6064 S. Main St.. 315-387-3732. www. ainsworthmemoriallibrary.org.

Bernhards Bay. Old Time Tractor Show. See Sept. 12.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Fall Plant & Book Sale & Harvest Fest. 174 Lape Road. 518-8756935. www.landisarboretum.org

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Bernhards Bay. Old Time Tractor Show. See Sept. 12.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Fall Plant & Book Sale. See Sept. 13.

Sept. 18 Mexico. Casey’s Café. Live music. See June 19.

Sept. 19 Oswego. Scrabble® Fest. Teams of four will compete against each other in four 20-minute rounds. Light refreshments included. Spectator fee is $15. $100 per team. Sponsored by OCO Literacy Volunteers. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Elks Lodge #271, 132 W. Fifth St. 315-342-8839. www.oco.org

Cleveland. The Master’s Touch Chorale. Free concert of Christian music ranging from Beethoven to Bluegrass. Free. 4 to 6 p.m. Cleveland UMC, 73 Bridge St. 315-675-8824.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Acoustic Music Series. See June 20.

Mexico. Wild Edibles with Nancy Kaiser. Learn to forage, identify and prepare delicious fall wild edibles. Free admission, donations accepted. 2 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr. 315-963-7657. www.mexicopointpark.com.

Sterling. Ontario Orchard’s Fall Jamboree. Hay rides, corn maze, food vendors, live entertainment, kids activities, apple & pumpkin picking and more. Free. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rain or

Sept. 20

Mexico. 24th Annual Mexico Public Library 5K Cider Run and Walk. 5K run/walk through the village of Mexico. Proceeds benefit the Mexico Public Library. $20 pre-register, $25 same day.

9 a.m. Mexico High School Athletic Fields, Main St. 315-963-3356.

Mexico. Ghost Hunt. Join the P.I.T. CRU to search for the ghosts of Casey’s Cottage. Reservations required with limited spots available.

Admission $35. 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Mexico Point Park. 315-963-7657. www.mexicopointpark.com.

Sharon Springs. Sharon Spring Harvest Festival.

Village of Sharon Springs. www.enjoysharonsprings.com Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Fall Foliage & Tree Identification. Walk. 174 Lape Road. 518-8756935. www.landisarboretum.org Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Fermented Foods: Yogurt, Sauerkraut, Wine. How to make them and why to eat them. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Make A Ceramic Leaf Bowl. Two classes. Must take the second one on Oct. 4. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935.

Not Your Typical B&B

34TH ANNUAL

ON THE VILLAGE SQUARE

shine. 15273 Center Road. 315-343-6328. www. ontarioorchards.com.

10:00am ‘til 5:00pm

HAMMONDSPORT

Festival of Crafts

315-748-3977 2215 Lord’s Hill Rd. Tully, NY 13159 applecountryretreat.com

Come join us at Long Acre Farms and have twice the fun!!

Sat. & Sun. August 16 & 17

Featuring over 125 of the finest artisans along with continuous craft demonstrations

Open May thru October • Tasting Room featuring Red, White and Fruit wines • Fall fun with pumpkins, hayrides and more!!

• Farm Market & Ice Cream Shop • Mazes & the Back 40 Adventure • Gemstone Panning & Jumping Pillow

Outdoor fun for all ages www.longacrefarms.com www.facebook.com/JDWineCellars

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Have a Sonnenberg day! Tour the Victorian mansion.

Stroll the nine formal gardens and greenhouse complex. Tours and special events plus daily wine tastings at the Finger Lakes Wine Center. Facilities available for weddings & private parties. Open daily May 1 - Oct. 31.

See website for hours and calendar of events.

Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park 151 Charlotte Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424 585-394-4922 • www.sonnenberg.org

www.landisarboretum.org Scholarie. Schoharie Colonial Heritage Association. Antiques in Schoharie. 518-295-7505

Sept. 21 Sterling. Ontario Orchard’s Fall Jamboree. See Sept. 20.

Sandy Creek. 9th Annual Crank It Up! Antique Tractor & Engine Show. Laser tag, kids’ games, Circle “C” Cowboy Camp, antique equipment demonstrations, corn maze, classic cars, crafts, 2 Chicks Alpacas, music, food, and more. Sat.: Antique tractor pull with transfer sled. Sun.: garden tractor pull. Donation for parking and admission. Sat. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by Pulaski Chamber of Commerce. Oswego County Fairgrounds, 291 Ellisburg St. (Co. Rte. 22A). 315-387-5365. www. crankituptractorshow.com.

Scholarie. Schoharie Colonial Heritage Association. Antiques in Schoharie. See Sept. 20.

Sharon Springs. Sharon Spring Harvest Festival.

See Sept. 20.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Herbal Wisdom Digestive Health. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www.landisarboretum.org.

Sept. 22 Sandy Creek. 9th Annual Crank It Up! See Sept. 21.

Sept. 26 Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Central Square. Central Square Apple Festival.

A fun family weekend with 300 crafters, vendors, non profits, pony & amusement rides, live bands and apple products galore. Free shuttle parking. Admission $5/carload. 6 p.m. Fri to 5 p.m. Sun. 154 US Rte. 11, 315-675-8232. www. centralsquareapplefestival.com.

Sept. 27 Altmar. NYS DEC Salmon River Fish Hatchery Open House. Activities highlight fishing, hunting, and outdoor recreation opportunities in Salmon River Greenway. Environmental education programs and displays, fly-fishing demonstrations, fish petting zoo, and fishing instruction. Free admission. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2133 Co. Rte. 22. 315-298-7605. www.dec. ny.gov/outdoor.

Mexico. Haunted House at Casey’s Cottage. Free

ghost stories, bonfire and refreshments. And for those with courage and daring, a Haunted House Tour through Casey’s Cottage. Haunted House Tour $5 per person, family of four $15, and children 10 and under free. 7 to 9 p.m. Mexico Point Park, 120 Mexico Point Dr., 315/963-7657. www.mexicopointpark.com.

Central Square. Apple Festival. See Sept. 26.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Sounds of the Autumn Night Walk. 174 Lape Road. 518-8756935. www.landisarboretum.org.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Cobleskill. FAM 5K “Fund” Run/Walk. Cobleskill Fairgrounds. South Grand Street. 800-932-3271. www.fam5k.com.

North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Wildlife Festival. 1378 State Route 30.

800-724-0309. www.nypa.gov/vc/blengil.htm.

Sept. 28 Central Square. Apple Festival. See Sept. 26.

October All Month

Auburn. Merry-Go-Round Playhouse performs until Oct. 18. See June 4.

Howe Caverns. Iroquois Indian Museum exhibit “Standing in Two Worlds: Iroquois in 2014.”

Continues until Nov. 30. 324 Caverns Road. 518296-8949. www.iroquoismuseum.org.

Our 27th Season

3900 State Route 14A SATURDAYS ONLY PLUS: Memorial Day, July 4th PENN YAN & Labor Day TheWindmill.com

315-536-3032

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North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Energy Awareness Month. 1378 State Route 30. 800-724-0309. www.nypa.gov/vc/ blengil.htm.

Esperance. Pick-a-Pumpkin Pumpkin Patch.

2716 Creek Road. 518-868-4893. www.pickapumpkin.com

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Open Apr. 15 – Oct. 15

CABINS & CAMPGROUND

The

4 Authentic Log Cabins!

The Newest Campground in the Finger Lakes.

MUSEUM

Pool • Laundry • Wagon Rides • Propane Filled • Volleyball Frisbee Golf • Bocci Ball • Camp Store • Ice and Wood 30 & 50 AMP Service • 3 Pavilions • Water & Sewer Seasonal Sites Available • Basketball Court • Planned Weekend Activities • 1 hr. Free Wii

23 E Main St, Le Roy, NY 585- 768-7433

Stop By and See Us Any Time!

www.juniuspondscabinsandcampground.com

1475 W. Townline Rd., Phelps (315) 781-5120

Open 7 Days a week. www.jellogallery.org

3 miles west of Waterloo Prime Outlets. ½ mile east on Rt. 318 from Geneva Thruway Exit 42, left on Townline Rd. ¼ mile.

Schoharie. Pumpkin Pete’s Family Fun, 5704 State Route 30. 518-295-7101.

Schoharie. Night Terrors Haunted Farm. 4193 State Route 7. 518-925-4698. www.nightterrorshauntedfarm.com.

Weekends Macedon. The Amazing Maize Maze. See September Weekends.

Oct. 3 Oswego. 5th Annual Oswego County Harvest

Dinner. Six course, sit down dinner of local food with social hour and gift basket auctions. $35 each or $65 per couple, pre-paid reservations only. Held at the American Foundry, 246 W. Seneca St. 6 p.m. For reservations contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County, 3288 Main St., Mexico. 315-963-7286. www. thatscooperativeextension.org.

Oswego. Star Gazing with John Rusho. Brief lecture on the night sky and how to use a telescope, then participants will go outside and view the evening sky. 7 p.m. Rain date 10/4. Admission

Mid-Lakes Marina Between Fairport & Palmyra on the ERIE CANAL

Dock by the day, week, month, season.

Laundry/Shower • Ramp • Ethanol-free Gas Diesel • Travel lift • Indoor/Outdoor Storage Repairs & Service • NYS Canal Permits

Self Skippered Canalboat Rentals Canoe / Kayak Rentals 1125 Marina Parkway, Macedon, NY 14502 315-986-3011 • macedonlanding.com donation. H. Lee White Marine Museum & Maritime Center, End of W. First St. Pier. 315-3420480. www.hleewhitemarinemuseum.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Desolation Road Studios Presents Open Mic. See June 6.

Ithaca. 32nd Annual Apple Harvest Festival. A celebration of food, fun, and the fall, attracting an audience of around 30,000 people to downtown Ithaca. The event features farmers, food vendors, crafters, wineries, breweries, bakeries, kettle corn, an apple pie eating contest, apples, apples, and more apples. Free live

Move Through History this Summer

TOUR the 1816 mansion, home to Gideon Granger and his family.

LEARN about the Granger Place

School for Girls.

VISIT our original 1822 Law Office.

WALK through barns to see 100+ antique

carriages, sleighs and more!

Museum Gift Shop

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Hencle’s Berry Patch U-PICK OR WE PICK June - October

Strawberries • Red & Black Raspberries Currants • Gooseberries • Elderberries FALL: Raspberries • Blackberries Garlic • Pumpkins • Various Veggies 7470 Perry Road, Baldwinsville 315-638-0767

www.henclesberrypatch.com

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a g a d n o On unty Co Onondaga County is part of the Syracuse Metropolitan Statistical Area. As the major city in the region, Syracuse has a bustling downtown area and many sites in and around it. From shopping and dining to pampering and entertainment, the region has many things to offer visitors and residents alike. Places worth visiting include the Armory Square region, Destiny USA shopping mall, the Syracuse University district and the Rosamond Gifford Zoo.

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Summer & Fall music throughout the weekend, dancing, street performers, a family fun zone, and more. Ithaca Commons, 202 E State Street. 607-277-8679. www.exploreithaca.com.

Oct. 4 Oswego. Annual Craft Show & Chicken BBQ. More than 30 crafters. Full kitchen with homemade apple dumplings, turkey soup and more. Free admission. Presented by Trinity Catholic School.

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Paul’s Church Hall, East Fourth and Mohawk Streets. 315-343-6700.

Hannibal. Fall Book and Bake Sale, hosted by Friends of the Hannibal Free to benefit the needs of the library. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 162 Oswego St. 315-564-5471.

Oswego. CNY Great Pumpkin Festival. Pumpkin growers compete for the prize of largest pumpkin. Games, rides, food, vendors, and live entertainment. Sponsored by Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Free admission. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washington Square (East) Park. 315343-7681. www.oswegofultonchamber.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Make A Ceramic Leaf Bowl. See Sept. 20 for the first of these two classes. Must attend both classes.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Making Beeswax

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Candles. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Fall Hike. 1378 State Route 30. 800-7240309. www.nypa.gov/vc/blengil.htm.

Ithaca. 32nd Annual Apple Harvest Festival.

See Oct. 3.

Canandaigua. Canandaigua Wine Walk. See June 7

Oct. 5

Fresh, Healthy & Delicious From our Farm to Your Table!

• Rhubarb & Asparagus: June-July • Sweet Corn: Aug-Sept U-PICK: Strawberries: June; Cherries: late June thru July; Rasberries: June-July; Blueberries: July-Aug.; Apples: Aug.-Nov.; Prunes: Sept.

Pasture-raised beef

Hannibal. Fall Book and Bake Sale. See Oct. 4.

Oswego. CNY Great Pumpkin Festival. See Oct.4.

Fulton. Chicken BBQ to benefit the Friends of History in Fulton. $9/dinner. 11:30 a.m. to sold out. Bullhead Point pavilion, NYS Rte. 3.

315-598-4616.

Ithaca. 32nd Annual Apple Harvest Festival.

See Oct. 3.

Oct. 11 Mexico. Civil War Reflections. Lecture sponsored

Spring, summer and fall educational tours. Sign up for our e-newsletter at abbottfarmsny Available for birthdays and events

Fall Festival every wkend Sept. & Oct. w/ corn maze

CHECK OUT OUR FARM STORE Fresh eggs, fudge, Gifford ice cream, spices, organic and gluten-free food!

• Visit OurBarnyard Animals • Art on the Farm for Kids

3275 Cold Springs Road 315-638-7783 • abbottfarms.com

BOAT TOURS ON THE CANAL Camillus Erie Canal Park

LACROSSE • BASEBALL • SOFTBALL Team Uniforms • Hats • Jackets • Sweats & More

ons Reservati

5

487-789

Museum & Steam Engine Exhibit

FREE ADMISSION TOWPATH DAY Sat. Aug. 9th • 10 am-4 pm “The Civil War & The Erie Canal”

Crafters and demonstrations.

Kid’s Stuff, Wagon, Boat Rides Music by Diamond Someday And the Soda Ash Six

May-Oct. Hours Sun. 1-5 pm Wed. 12-4 pm Thurs. 12-4 pm Sat. 12-4 pm

5750 DeVoe Rd., Camillus • 391-7020 • www.eriecanalcamillus.com

Embroidery & Silk Screening Team Equipment & Apparel Figure & Hockey Skate Sharpening VISIT US AT WWW.THESPORTSOUTFIT.COM Football - Soccer - Softball - Track All Your Sports Needs

SCHOOL APPAREL & TEAMWEAR

Antiques, Authentic Reproductions & Primitive Goods For The Early Home All Of Our Heirloom Quality Reproductions & Necessities Are American Made By The Finest Craftsman Visit Us Wednesday – Saturday 11am-5pm 4538 Apulia Road Jamesville, NY (315) 492-1977

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mmer & Fall SuNEEDS FOR ALL YOUR CAR RENTAL The Best of Upstate New York • Free local pick-up service • Special Rates when your car is in the shop • Unlimited Mileage • All vehicle types • 24-hour Roadside Assistance • Long-term Rental Program

SMO Services of CNY LLC

5885 East Circle Drive, Cicero, NY 13039 (315) 452-0571 • Located Inside Drivers Village

• Prompt Service • Professional Technicians • Residential and Commercial Services • Effective Pest Control Solutions • Insects, Rodents, Wildlife, Bats, Birds CALL NOW For a Free Consultation 315-472-6844 jcehrlich.com

Onondaga Nation Smoke Shop

by Mexico Historical Society. Free. 7 p.m. Starr Clark Tin Shop, 3250 Main St. 315-963-7853. www.mexicony.net/history.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Bird Feeder Workshop. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org Schoharie. Old Stone Fort Museum. History Fair.

145 Fort Road. 518-295-7192. www.theoldstonefort.org

Now Making Our Own Cigarettes...

Oct. 12 Schoharie. Old Stone Fort Museum. History Fair.

See Oct. 11.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Herbal Wisdom: The Nervous System. 174 Lape Road. 518-8756935. www.landisarboretum.org

Oct. 17

Lowest Priced Cigarettes Around

Pennellville. Screamwood Forest. Friendly frights for young kids from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Screamwood haunted tours from 7:30 to 11 p.m.

Food and games for purchase. Admission $7; $5 in costume. Benefits Phoenix Chorus and Drama Boosters. 360 Stewarts Corners Rd. 315-6956021. www.screamwoodforest.com.

Oswego. Fort Ontario Ghost Reveal. Time, pre-registration and price TBA. 1 E. Fourth St., 315-343-4711. www.fortontario.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Acoustic Music Series by Desolation Road Studio. See June 20.

Oct. 18 Pennellville. Screamwood Forest. See Oct. 17.

Also Selling Senecas, Braves, Signals, King Mountains,T4s DRIVE THRU OPEN 24 HOURS

Store Hours: Sun - Sat 7:00 am to 9:45 pm (Hours Subject to Change) Interstate 81, Exit, North on State Route 11, Next to the Onondaga Nation Arena

315-469-6932

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Oswego. Quilt & Craft Show. Quilt and craft show with dinner available. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 7111 NYS Rte. 104. 315-343-6335. www.oswegofirstumc.org.

Oswego. Fort Ontario Ghost Reveal. See Oct. 17.

Oct. 24 Fulton. Halloween at the Y. Celebrate Halloween

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in a fun, family -friendly atmosphere. Geared toward all ages. Arts & crafts, games and more.

Admission TBD. 6 to 8 p.m. Fulton Family YMCA, 715 W. Broadway, 315-598-9622. www. fultonymca.com.

Pennellville. Screamwood Forest. See Oct. 17.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party.

See June 27.

Oct. 25 Oswego. Lighthouse Auction. Auction to benefit the Oswego Lighthouse Restoration Project.

Admission $10. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The American Foundry, 246 W. Seneca St. 315-342-0480. www. hleewhitemarinemuseum.com.

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Full Moon Owl Prowl. 174 Lape Road. 518-875-6935. www. landisarboretum.org

30. 800-724-0309. www.nypa.gov/vc/blengil. htm

Esperance. Landis Arboretum. Public Star Party. See June 27.

West Monroe. Antique Appraisal. Public can bring items to be appraised by Gerald Petro of Iroquois Auction Service, who has over 30 years experience. Refreshments available. $3/ item, $5/two items. Fundraiser for West Monroe Historical Society. noon to 4 p.m. 2355 NYS Rte. 49. 315-668-3780.

Pennellville. Screamwood Forest. See Oct. 17.

North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Halloween Event. 1378 State Route

Oct. 26

North Blenheim. NY Power Authority Visitor’s Center. Exploring the Spirits & Senses at Lansing Manor. 1378 State Route 30. 800-724-0309. www.nypa.gov/vc/blengil.htm

Enjoy the Power of the River

SAFELY

Brookfield Renewable encourages you to have fun and be safe by wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket.

Whether you are fishing or boating, keep in mind that dangers exist on water any time of the year, and that conditions such as flows and water levels can change quickly and without notice. Avoid areas such as dams, intake and water conveyance structures, gates, powerhouses and substations. Use only designated recreation areas, and respect all warning signs, buoys, sirens, booms, barriers and fences.

Always check water conditions before you recreate.

One source is waterline www.h2oline.com brookfieldrenewable.com/publicsafety

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the

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Madison County area

Discover quaint villages, country inns and B&Bs surrounded by a rural community bursting with heritage. From high-end boutiques and timeless antique shops, to local farmers’ markets and family-friendly festivals, you will encounter an endless amount of fascinating places to visit.

Marine Store and Supplies Northern Lights Aluminum Roll In Docks Boat Brokerage Kayak & Canoe Rental

The

Blue Schooner Gift Shop Nautical Gifts

Beautiful, Unique & Unusual Gifts Home Decor Next to the intersection of Rt. 31 & 13

3728 State Route 31 Canastota, NY 13032

315-391-9213

Madison County Fair

Celebrates 175 Years

BROOKFIELD, NY

Talons! Birds of Prey.

An innovative, interactive, once in a lifetime experience for your family, business and your life. Private Hawk Walks & Falconry Academies on our site or yours. School, Camp, Scout and Nature Center Programs. Movies, Commercials, Photo Shoots & Music Videos Weddings, Birthdays, Family Reunions, Corporate Team Building

July 10th - 13th 2014

“Preserving the Past, Forging into the Future” Affordable Fun for Rides, Music, Food, Animals The Whole Family www.madisoncountyfairny.com

Home Spun Fabrics & 100% Wool UNIQUE DECOR FOR THE PRIMITIVE LOVER! Thurs., Fri., Sat. 11 - 5 • Sun. 12 - 4 Please visit our revamped website:

talonshawks@aol.com • talonsbirdsofprey.com 1091 Earlville Road, Earlville, NY 13332 • 315.415.1686

By Appointment Only as each experience is a special day for our guests.

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www.GinghamPatch.com

3490 Pratts Road, Bouckville, NY 13310

315-893-7750

Camping: Things to Remember

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Continued from page 46 • Plastic shopping bags/garbage bags: You were taught not to litter when you were two. Clean up after yourself and make no exception.

• Sunscreen/lip balm: Without this, your camping trip can turn miserable by the evening.

• Your prescriptions: Some of us literally can’t live without them. Don’t make everyone turn around and go home. Pack them.

• Matches/lighters: S’mores, hot dogs on sticks, Kumbaya? None of this is possible without a signature campfire. Keep them in a waterproof container.

• A knife/scissors: There will be cutting on your trip. The question is, will you be prepared?

• Extra blanket/clothing: No one should be sleeping in a running car all night. Bring some extra clothing and blankets, because you never know what Mother Nature has in store.

• First Aid kit: You don’t want to be tying wounds off with vines.

Bring a kit and save yourself a lot of frustration.

• To o t h b ru s h / t o o t h p a s t e / mouthwash: Not showering for a day or two may be liberating, but leaving your mouth unattended that long is bad news for everyone.

• Rain poncho: You can get two for $1. If it starts down pouring, it will be the best 50 cents you ever spent.

• Flashlight/lantern: Unless you want to go to bed at 7, bring yourself some extra light.

• Extra batteries/bulbs: Even if the flashlight is with you, it does no good without power. Bring the extra and the one time you need them, you won’t regret the planning.

• Newspaper: Not everyone is an expert fire starter. You may think dry grass and twigs will be abundant, but a little backup never hurt anyone. If you don’t need it, burn it.

Whatever boat you choose …

Don’t forget to wear your life jacket!

Scan for boating safety information and to find a boating safety course.

WearItNewYork.com

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Fishing in CNY River fishing, lake fishing, fly fishing, trolling — the region has it all

By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

C

entral New York offers the world’s anglers numerous fishing vacation destinations.

It’s little wonder both locals and tourists are hooked on the region.

Ben Barry, store manager of All Seasons Sports, Inc., in Pulaski, said one of the big reasons that Central New York reels in anglers is the fish themselves.

“We have a lot of fish here that aren’t the same size as fish in a lot of other places,” Barry said. “There are a lot of larger fish here in our waters because of the size of Lake Ontario and the rivers that run into it.”

The Department of Environmen-

tal Conservation also stocks area waterways to keep them teeming with fins and the fishers eager to catch them.

Barry said the variety of fish also makes Central New York popular for fishing.

“The more varieties that you have, the more techniques of fishing are available,” he said. “We’re not limited for one technique for one type of fish. River fishing, lake fishing, fly fishing, trolling: there’s a large variety of styles you can do in one area.”

He recommends fishing at Oneida Lake for walleye, perch, pan fish and bass, among other fish. At the

Salmon River, anglers find a bounty of trout, salmon and bass. The Salmon River Reservoir boasts trout, walleye, pan fish and carp.

“At Lake Ontario, you have every freshwater fish in the northern regions,” Barry said. “At ponds and bays near the lake you can find these fish too. Lake Ontario offers a variety of trout, salmon, bass, walleye, and muskie.

“You can fish for all those different things instead of traveling all around to find one type of fish and use one type of fishing technique in each location,” Barry said.

Once you purchase your fishing license, consider hiring a charter service if you have not fished before or want to try a new technique.

Don’t forget outdoor recreational safety. Always let someone know where you’re going and how long you expect to return. Wear a life preserver when boating. Bring along water and something to eat.

Check www.allseasonsports. com links for fishing report, lodging, guides, charters, ebay store link, and more information. The Department of Conservation’s fishing page is at www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/fishing. html.

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You may also take advantage of free fishing clinics at locations throughout the state from now through October. No license is required to participate, so it’s perfect for first-timers. Visit www.dec.ny.gov/ outdoor/27123.html for details.

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The following advertisers have made this booklet possible 1st United Methodist Church of Fulton........ 34 A & P Marina............................................... 60 Abbott Farms............................................... 81 Accurate Accounting.................................... 62 Adirondack Scenic Railroad........................ 11 Airborne Adventures Ballooning.................. 31 Akwesasne Mohawk Casino.......................... 8 All Seasons Inn / Beacon Inn...................... 41 Apple Country Retreat................................. 77 Arney’s Marina............................................. 68 Articles ........................................................ 83 Associated Dental Arts................................ 39 Baker’s Acres.............................................. 75 Bascol ........................................................ 80 Battle Island Clubhouse / Golf Course........ 13 Bayview Wellness Center & Spa................. 78 Bear’s Sleepy Hollow................................... 49 Beck, Inc...................................................... 58 Belhurst Castle............................................ 11 Blue Moon /Under the Moon........................ 53 Blue Schooner Gift Shop............................. 84 Brennan Beach ........................................... 48 Brewerton Boatyard..................................... 61 Brewerton Motel.......................................... 62 Broadwell Hospitality Group – Alex’s on the Water......................... 12 Brockway Motor Truck Show....................... 74 Brookfield Renewable Energy..................... 83 Brycon Realty.............................................. 48 Burdick Ford / Toyota.................................. 92 Burger King.................................................. 42 Burke’s Home Center.................................. 42 Burt Goodnoughs Marina East.................... 63 Butter Nut Cove Cottages............................ 72 Buttercup Cheese........................................ 60 Camillus Erie Canal Park............................. 81 Canal Landing Marina................................. 56 Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce......... 73 Century 21 Galloway .................................. 36 Cheerful Valley Campground...................... 78 Cherry Grove Campground......................... 68 Christy’s Motel............................................. 67 City of Oswego............................................ 38 Clayton C of C / 1000 Islands...................... 73 CNY Regional Market.................................... 5 Colonial Court Campground........................ 63 Colosse Cheese / Ice Cream Shop............. 52 Compass Federal Credit Union................... 37 Computer Accounting Services / Canale Insurance............................ 36 Cortland Country Music Park & Campground................................... 75 Cortland County Historical Museum ........... 75 Country Roads Campground....................... 30 Cross Creek Nursery................................... 29 Cruise Planners........................................... 22 D & A Tours................................................. 42 Deaton Ace Building & Home Center.......... 51

Deaton’s Agway........................................... 51 Dock Craft Industries................................... 32 Don’s Sales & Service................................. 56 Driveway Inn................................................ 54 Dusting Divas.............................................. 57 Eastern Shore Associates........................... 90 Eddie’s Cove Bar & Grill ............................. 64 Eddy’s Place................................................ 49 Edible Arrangements..................................... 9 Ehrlich Pest Control..................................... 82 El Rincon Mexicano & Rio Tomatlan........... 70 Enchanted Forest — Water Safari............... 33 Evergreen Hills Golf Course........................ 13 Evergreen Motel.......................................... 40 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield................... 89 Fillmore Golf Club........................................ 13 Finger Lakes Garage Door/Finger Lakes Construction.................................... 33 Finger Lakes Skydivers................................. 8 Fort Ontario State Historic Site.................... 37 Friends of History in Fulton/Pratt Museum.. 55 Friendship Thrift Shop................................. 65 Fuccillo Auto Malls......................................... 4 Furdi’s Home Center................................... 55 Geneva Antique Co-op................................ 17 Godfrey’s Last Stand................................... 54 Good Golly’s Family Restaurant.................. 62 Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum... 79 Great Lakes Trolley Co................................ 38 Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce...... 59 Greene Point Marina................................... 63 Grist Mill Restaurant.................................... 62 H. Lee White Marine Museum & Gifts ........ 43 Hammondsport Festival of Crafts................ 77 Harbor Towne Gifts & Souveniers............... 35 Harborfest.................................................... 31 Hejamada Campground & RV Park............. 32 Hencle’s Berry Patch................................... 80 Herkimer County Fair.................................. 23 Hillside Antique Flea Markets...................... 45 Holiday Harbor Resort ................................ 70 Hoss’s Country Corner................................ 67 Hudson River Gorge.................................... 23 I Wood Care Log Home............................... 27 Ithaca Celtic Festival................................... 15 J & J Campground....................................... 57 J P Jewelers................................................ 42 Jewish Community Center........................... 25 Jimmie James BBQ..................................... 35 Johnston’s Gas............................................ 54 Joseph Stolar Forestry................................ 61 Jreck Subs..................................................... 8 Junius Ponds Cabins & Campgrounds........ 79 Kidz Club Indoor Play & Party Place .......... 53 Knights Inn — Oswego................................ 35 Knights Inn — Pulaski................................. 45 Lakeshore Hardwoods................................. 49 Leaders Fence............................................. 30

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Little Sodus Inn on the Bay.......................... 70 Long Acre Farm’s........................................ 77 Longley Dodge............................................ 55 Lowville Producers Dairy Cooperative Inc... 11 Madison County Fair................................... 84 Mary’s Needleart Supplies & Frames.......... 65 Met Life – David Mirabito............................. 54 Mid-Lakes Erie Macedon Marina................. 79 Mimi’s Drive-In............................................. 54 Mountain Ash Elk Ranch............................. 63 Mr. Sub........................................................ 50 Mrs. Walkers Spiritual Psychic.................... 23 National Tractor Trailer School (NTTS)....... 83 North Country Storage Barns...................... 64 Northbay Campground................................ 56 Novelis ........................................................ 88 NYS Canal Cruise....................................... 36 NYS Old Tyme Fiddlers............................... 31 NYS Parks................................................... 85 NYS Woodsmen Field Days........................ 66 O.D. Greene Lumber Co., Inc...................... 72 Oak Hill Bulk Foods .................................... 76 Oak Leaf Café............................................. 76 Ol’ Factory Soaps & Lavender Festival....... 68 Onondaga Nation Smoke Shop................... 82 Onondaga Parks & Recreation...................... 3 Ontario Orchards......................................... 23 Oswego Alliance Church............................. 34 Oswego County Fair.................................... 24 Oswego County Federal Credit Union......... 31 Oswego County Monuments....................... 34 Oswego County Promotion & Tourism........ 34 Oswego County Stop DWI........................... 30 Oswego Health............................................ 43 Oswego Printing.......................................... 37 Oswego Speedway...................................... 39 Parish Hardware, LLC................................. 62 Parker’s Excavating & Tree Service............ 50 Parker’s Service(NAPA).............................. 50 Parks Alumni House / SUNY Cortland........ 75 Paura’s Discount Liquor Store..................... 38 Penn Yan Bible Church............................... 34 PeterPaul Recreation Park.......................... 67 Piggers Liquor Store/C&B Farm Market...... 41 Pole Position Raceway................................ 91 Pomodoro.................................................... 79 Port Lodge Motel......................................... 48 Press Box.................................................... 39 Pro-Build ..................................................... 58 Pulaski Eastern Shore Chamber................. 44 Pulaski Farmer’s Market.............................. 44 Pulaski Wine & Spirits................................. 52 Quality Tours............................................... 76 Rainbow Shores Restaurant ....................... 45 Reakes Country Goods............................... 75 Real Deals................................................... 52 Reiter’s Marina............................................ 64 River House Restaurant.............................. 45 River Rat Cheese........................................ 73 Riverside Inn................................................ 56 Roseland Waterpark .................................. 85 Rudy’s Lakeside Drive-In............................. 41

Safe Haven Museum................................... 40 Salmon Country Inc..................................... 58 Salmon Hills Outdoor Adventure................. 29 Sandy Pond Resorts & Marina.................... 64 Santa’s Redemption Ctr & Thrift Shoppe.... 41 Seneca Golf Club........................................ 13 Shane & Sons Heating & Cooling................ 81 Sharp’s Bulk Food ...................................... 65 Simeon Dewitt............................................. 30 Skaneateles Marina..................................... 76 SMO Services of CNY, LLC........................ 82 Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum.................. 69 Sonnenberg Gardens.................................. 78 South Shore Nautical................................... 84 St. Lawrence County Chamber................... 32 Steelhead Lodge & Smokehouse................ 50 Sterling Nature Center................................. 70 Stewarts Shops........................................... 22 Stick’s Bar Grill Motel.................................. 57 Stickley Museum......................................... 83 Stiefvater’s Lakeside Cottages.................... 66 Stoney’s Pineville Campground................... 44 Sunset RV Park & Cabins........................... 41 Super 8 Motel.............................................. 44 Sutter Creek Campground........................... 70 Syracuse Antiques Exchange...................... 17 Syracuse Nationals Car Show....................... 8 Tailwater Lodge............................................. 2 Talons! Birds of Prey .................................. 84 The Colonial Housefitter.............................. 81 The Comic Shop.......................................... 35 The Eis House............................................. 57 The Gingham Patch..................................... 84 The Great American Antique Fest............... 17 The Green House Effect.............................. 52 The Heckled Hen......................................... 17 The Jell-o Gallery........................................ 79 The Kallet Theater....................................... 51 THE MOST.................................................. 80 The Sports Outfit......................................... 81 The Windmill ............................................... 78 Thunder Island & The Oasis........................ 13 Timebuyer.................................................... 42 Top This Pizza............................................. 60 Tops Friendly Markets................................. 21 Town of Long Lake...................................... 66 Tri R Karts................................................... 52 Trust Nursery............................................... 51 Uncle Sam Boat Tour.................................. 73 USS Slater................................................... 33 Vashaw’s Collision Service.......................... 40 Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel.................... 27 VisitOswegoNY.com...................................... 9 Weeden’s Mini Mall..................................... 67 White’s Lumber............................................ 50 Wonder Works............................................. 91 Woodlawn B&B............................................ 52 Woody’s Tackle & Gifts............................... 49 Wratten’s RV............................................... 64 Yarn Cupboard............................................ 80 Yesterday’s RV Park................................... 43 Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park......................... 58

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