Cazenovia Republican digital edition - July 16, 2025

BY KATE HILL Staff Writer

Stone Quarry Hill Art Park (SQHAP) has partnered with From Scratch Kitchen & Farm to present STONE + SCRATCH, a new monthly series combining artist talks and performances, curated interior installations, and seasonal small plates and wine served inside the park’s historic Hilltop House.

The free events are held on Thursday evenings, from now through November, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Located at 3883 Stone Quarry Rd. in Cazenovia, Hilltop House is the former home of ceramicist, sculptor, author, preservation activist, and SQHAP founder Dorothy Riester (1916-2017). It was designed and built by Riester and her husband, Robert, with the assistance of local contractors. In 2014, the house, along with the original 23-acre property, was placed on the National Register of Historic Places for its significance as a highly intact example of a mid20th-century modern house and artist studio.

“Dorothy and Bob were known for opening their home to the community,” said SQHAP CEO Emily Zaengle. “[They] hosted several memorable parties that invited people to enjoy their art-filled home. The parties at Hilltop House always included art, performance, good food, and drinks. We wanted to replicate this ethos and activate the home through these events.”

The first STONE + SCRATCH event, held on June 12, featured 2025 Visiting Artist Patrick McGuan, whose work engages the felled ash trees on the park’s grounds. The evening included an artist talk, a live choral performance, wine, and wild-inspired bites served by From Scratch.

BY KATE HILL Staff Writer

Caz Life, the events and marketing arm of the Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce (GCACC), recently announced its new social media campaign, “Caz Life Is…,” which will run through the end of 2025.

According to a June 15 press release, the campaign combines impactful visuals and short phrases that celebrate “the people, plac-

From Scratch is the culinary venture of self-taught cooks Caroline Horvatits and Anna Brummeler, whose dishes are developed with health and sustainability in mind and prepared from scratch using as many locally sourced ingredients as possible. On weekends, the pair hosts pop-ups at Loka Leaf Tea Lounge on Albany Street, serving a multi-course, reservation-only supper on Fridays and a walk-in brunch on Sundays.⁠

“When we are creating menus, we think seasonally first,” said Horvatits. “What do we have access to from our community and partner farms, and what can we prepare with these ingredients? The STONE + SCRATCH series is particularly fun for us because we are getting creative with the art of food. We are tailoring our menus for this series to each artist’s concept.”

For the June 12 event, From Scratch provided a spread that was creatively tied to smoke and the land.

“We prepared a charcuterie with smoked gouda, baked brie with

es, and one-of-a-kind moments that make life in Cazenovia unforgettable.”

It was created through collaboration between representatives from local businesses, non-profits, and community members.

“After brainstorming the phrases that they felt best evoked the warm community feeling that resounded so robustly within the group, everything went into the creative phase, where images were

Sample News Group, publisher of over 75 titles in four states, has acquired the assets of Eagle News from Community Media Group, LLC.

The sale includes The Eagle Bulletin, The Baldwinsville Messenger, The Star-Review and The Press-Observer in Onondaga County, The Cazenovia Republican in Madison County, Syracuse Woman Magazine and several digital properties including eaglenewsonline.com.

The announcement was made on Thursday, July 10, by George “Scoop” Sample, owner of Sample News Group.

“Eagle News has a strong presence in the greater Syracuse area,” said Sample. “They provide their communities with exceptional

thyme, a goat cheese board with beautiful flowers, herbs, and honey, local pasture-raised bacon stuffed dates, Saudade Farm Black Truffle Salami, and fresh fruits and vegetables,” said Horvatits. “We included a tossed grilled asparagus salad served with lemon and olive oil, pickled fiddleheads that we picked up at 20|EAST, fresh sugar snap peas from Hartwood Farm, a fire-roasted beet yogurt dip, a shitake mushroom pâté, and a roasted red pepper hummus. Anna made our homemade focaccia with smoked sea salt. For dessert, we had dark chocolate bark with pistachios, ginger granola, and rose; dandelion and honey marshmallows; black forest chocolate cake; and local strawberries with cream.”

According to Zaengle, registration for the first event filled up within an hour of its announcement.

“The evening was well attended,” she said. “Everyone loved the food provided by From Scratch, and the artist talk and live choral performance made the evening unique and

local journalism. This was a natural fit for our Central New York operations, and we are proud to have them join our group.”

David Tyler, newspaper publisher with Eagle News in Syracuse, will continue to serve as publisher of the group.

“This sale represents the beginning of a new era for Eagle News’ historic publications. Despite the headwinds our industry faces, joining a group like Sample Media will allow us to bolster the content our readers enjoy by taking advantage of the experience and scale of a larger, more established operation,” Tyler said. “I’m also excited to partner with the teams at the Oswego Palladium-Times and the Cortland Standard as we continue to develop

9 Fresh enters contract to acquire Caz College property

BY ANNA EdwArdS

During the July 14 Village of Cazenovia Board of Trustees meeting, Kate Brodock, general partner of 9 Fresh, provided an update on the ongoing local effort to acquire and redevelop the former Cazenovia College campus. Brodock announced 9 Fresh is officially under contract to acquire the former campus, and they are expecting to close by the end of the summer. 9 Fresh is a team of local investors with a vision “to turn a once-vibrant academic institution into an equally as vibrant, reimagined district for innovation, business growth, and impact that not only strongly serves our community, but provides powerful global connections and influence alongside.”

“It’s been a long road to get to this point. We’re thankful for all the support we’ve received from stakeholders across the community,” Brodock said.

Brodock reported that the group is looking forward to putting their plan in motion now that negotiations are behind them. She said the partners will now enter into formal processes such as zoning, which they have laid the groundwork for at previous meetings.

According to Brodock, the group plans to convert several of the dorm buildings to residential use to address housing needs. She said the group is looking into independent senior living in some of the old dormitory spaces. She said other housing could be based off of a tiered pricing model, increasing the supply of one-bedroom apartments in the village as well as family units. Brodock said the group is focused on housing that involves community integration.

She also noted that several of the instructional buildings are primed for businesses of various sizes, and that the investors are discussing options with prospective tenants across different industries such as workforce development and innovation.

Brodock said the investors are making sure that the outdoor space on the quad is open for public use. She said they are working with culinary experts to conceptualize how the campus kitchen and dining hall could be turned into a multifaceted feature with food and culinary innovation. She discussed usage of the area for workforce development education.

“There are a few spaces that are prime candidates for community use, so we’ll be working with local stakeholders to try to identify a best shared vision for some of those spaces,” Brodock said.

She said the specific plans surrounding Catherine Cummings Theatre, the athletic complex, the Jephson Campus and Reisman Hall will be shared over the next few weeks.

Brodock noted the master plan for the main quad area will maintain the existing configurations of the buildings, and the usage of the campus will be similar to the usage of the college campus.

The president’s house and Constable Hall will be put on the market.

Brodock also said there is an exciting vision for the equine campus that will “preserve its function as an equestrian facility in some way, shape or form, and

and strengthen our Central New York news brand in a way that serves both news consumers and advertisers throughout our four-county footprint.”

Brian Nalepa, president of Sample News Group, will coordinate the integration of the Eagle News into the Sample News Group family, adding the publications to the company’s nine media properties in New York state.

“We are looking forward to having David and his team at Eagle News be a part of our Central New York operations” Nalepa said. “Having partnered with this group over the past couple of years on several different initiatives, they exemplify true professionalism and a commit-

The Cazenovia Central School District Board of Education (CCSD BOE) is seeking to fill a vacancy for a term expiring on June 30, 2026. Applications for the board seat will be accepted through July 31, 2025. The district accepted Meghan Kelly’s resignation from the BOE on June 18. She had one year remaining in her three-year term. The board discussed how to fill the new vacancy during its July 1 annual organizational board meeting. After acknowledging

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Through November, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park and From Scratch Kitchen & Farm are partnering to present STONE + SCRATCH. The first event, held June 12, featured 2025 Visiting Artist Patrick McGuan.

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“Caz Life Is…” combines impactful visuals and short phrases. It will run through the end of 2025.

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BY KATE HILL Staff Writer

Lorenzo Driving Competition returns

The annual Lorenzo Driving Competition (LDC) is one of Cazenovia’s signature summer events and one of the nation’s premier carriage pleasure driving shows.

This year, new and seasoned competitors, spectators, sponsors, volunteers, and vendors are invited to the Lorenzo State Historic Site from Friday, July 18, through Sunday, July 20, for Cazenovia’s “Midsummer Classic.”

“The show’s longevity is a tribute to the Cazenovia community members that support the show through their attendance, assisting as volunteers, and through their financial support; the carriage driving community members that have faithfully competed since the show’s inception; and the Lorenzo State Historic Site [staff] that have been incredible hosts for the show since 1976,” said LDC Board President Carol Buckhout.

On July 8, Buckhout reported that 43 competitors were entered for the 2025 event.

Throughout the weekend, attendees can watch ringside as competitors test their skills in reinsmanship, dressage, and obstacle classes; wander the Lorenzo property; tour the mansion; watch educational demonstrations; view the historic Oakman Carriage and Sleigh Collection; visit the show’s “Market Lane” vendors; and bid on items in a silent auction running from Friday evening until Sunday afternoon.

On-site parking and spectating are free; a small fee is charged for mansion tours.

BY KATE HILL Staff Writer

The Friends of Lorenzo (FOL), which is celebrating its Golden Anniversary this year, has announced the return of the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp and The Syracuse Orchestra to Lorenzo State Historic Site this summer.

Open to children ages 8-12, the summer camp will run from July 28 through Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

The evening concert is scheduled for July 25 on the front lawn following the second annual FOL Or-

Friday The show will kick off at 8:30 a.m. in the dressage ring in the field by the Rippleton Schoolhouse.

New to the list of classes this year is a combined test featuring driven dressage — where driver and horse perform a set pattern of circles, diagonals, and changes of gait — and a challenging cones course. The combined dressage and cones score determines the winner.

Classes will begin in the main ring in front of the mansion at 4:30 p.m.

The Carriage Dog Class and Antique Vehicle Class, two spectator favorites, are both returning this year.

The former is based primarily on the dog’s suitability to serve as a companion to the driver. In the latter, vintage carriages, horses, and drivers are judged on performance and overall appearance. According to Buckhout, 70 percent of the judging is based on the harness, vehicle, and appointments, as well as the neatness and appropriateness of the driver’s attire; 30 percent is based on the horse’s performance, manners, and way of going.

The annual “Hats Off to Lorenzo!” party will begin at 5 p.m. under the welcome tent.

Open to the public, the festive event will feature hors d’oeuvres, drinks, complimentary mansion tours, complimentary Lamplit Farms horse-drawn carriage rides, and background music by The Syracuse Orchestra String Quartet. Admission is $10 and includes a souvenir glass that can be refilled all evening. Beverage offerings will include Meier’s Creek beer, wine and a specialty drink from Cazenovia Wine &

chestra Dinner fundraiser. Located at 17 Rippleton Road in Cazenovia, Lorenzo is the 1807 federal-style home of John Lincklaen, Holland Land Company agent and founder of Ca-

zenovia. The Lincklaen/ Ledyard family continually occupied Lorenzo until the property and contents were conveyed to New York State in 1968. The site is operated by the NYS Office of

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Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. For 50 years, the nonprofit FOL has supported restoration, interpretation, maintenance, and acquisition at the site, its mansion, gardens, and outbuildings. Thousands of visitors have benefited from FOL-sponsored concerts, lectures, tours, and other events. This year marks 42 years of the organization’s continuous support of the restoration and maintenance of Lorenzo’s 1914 Ellen Biddle Shipmandesigned formal garden. Other FOL contributions include underwriting the construction of the Oak-

man Carriage Collection storage facility, publishing the booklet “Lorenzo: A Family History Preserved,” and administering grants focused on Lorenzo’s archive.

During Lorenzo’s fiveday summer camp, staff members Alison Boissonnas, a.k.a. Schoolmistress Mattie Buckland, and Melinda Reeder will immerse campers in 19th-century daily life through activities, demonstrations, and crafts.

Themes will include work and home life, education, and leisure activities. Participants will explore the mansion, the

restored one-room Rippleton Schoolhouse, and the site’s gardens, woods, and meadows.

Camp registration is now open. Space is limited to 15 campers. The cost per child is $200, with a discounted rate of $180 per child for siblings. The price for FOL members is $170 per child. Registration includes a non-refundable $50 deposit, with the remaining balances due by July 26, 2025. The program fee covers all required activity materials. Campers must bring their lunches and snacks. Early pick-up and drop-off will

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This summer, Lorenzo State Historic Site will host the rippleton Schoolhouse day Camp for children ages 8-12 and a concert by The Syracuse Orchestra.

the hunting horn at noon, equine spinal manipulation at 1 p.m., and modern equine dentistry at 2 p.m.

Jeff McIntyre, creator of the Cazenovia Blacksmith Project, will be on site from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Carriage Collection Storage Barn to share his knowledge of some of Cazenovia’s earliest blacksmiths and the locations of their s hops.

Sunday

The final day of showing will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the Sunday Drive.

Competitors will drive their horses or ponies along a course through the countryside surrounding Lorenzo. The goal is to drive at a pace that puts them at the finish line as close as possible to the designated time for the size of their horse or pony.

Starting at 10 a.m. in the obstacle ring, competitors in the Pick Your Route Class will choose their route through a cones course.

They can drive through the start line, the finish line, and each obstacle in either direction, but only once. The driver with the lowest total time wins.

Afternoon highlights in the main ring include the Reinsmanship Challenge Drive-Off, the Horse Grand Champion Drive-Off, and an awards presentation to finish the show.

Children’s activities

On Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., young visitors can stop by the Kids’ Korral to join in some equestrian-related activities and meet miniature donkeys from the Haven at Skanda, a farm animal sanctuary and education center on Mosley Road in Cazenovia.

“We offer a safe place for our animals to heal on their own time in their own way,” said Nicole Woodruff, Skanda’s board president. “We offer programs to our community, focusing on children, veterans, those who are survivors, and those who struggle with mental illness, as well as [people from] all walks of life. We are an inclusive space, creating a haven of peace, love, hope, and possibilities.”

Kids can also visit the schoolhouse tent to

meet Miss Mattie Buckland, the Rippleton Schoolhouse teacher, and discover, through hands-on fun, how children played and learned over a century ago.

To learn more about the LDC and view the full schedule of events, visit lorenzodriving. org

LdC history

Lorenzo is the 1807 Federal-style home of John Lincklaen, Holland Land Company agent and founder of Cazenovia.

The Lincklaen/Ledyard family continually occupied Lorenzo until the property and the mansion’s contents were conveyed to New York State in 1968.

The site is operated by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and supported with help from the Friends of Lorenzo.

In 1976, Russell Grills, Lorenzo’s then-site manager, organized a carriage exhibition on the mansion’s lawn.

Manlius residents Sue and Jack Voss decided to hitch up their Morgan horse, Starduster, and drive their carriage from their home to the exhibition at Lorenzo.

Inspired by the crowd’s excitement at seeing a horse and carriage on the grounds again, Grills decided to host a driving competition at the site.

The following year, the Vosses, the Remley family, and others helped organize the first annual LDC.

The competition has been canceled on only two occasions since its establishment. The first time was in 2017 due to a storm that caused significant damage to the Lorenzo grounds during the July Fourth Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps Arts and Crafts Show. The second cancellation was in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lorenzo is located at 17 Rippleton Rd., Cazenovia. For more information, call 315-6553200, visit parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/lorenzo, friendsoflorenzo.org, or follow the site and FOL on Facebook and Instagram.

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Protect your home

Travel is something that many enjoy and look forward to during the summer months when the kids are out of school and the weather is generally pleasant.

According to AAA it was projected that around the Fourth of July alone 70.9 million people would be traveling at least 50 miles from home.

Travel is a great opportunity to have fun and explore a new place if you are able, but it is also important to remember to make sure your home and valuables are safe while you are away so you can enjoy your vacation time and have peace of mind that everything will be in order when you get home.

According to the FBI, home burglaries increase in the summer months, since burglars see vacations as an opportunity to target empty homes, and renters are more likely to be robbed than homeowners. Before heading out for vacation, travelers should take a few moments to safeguard their home and their possessions. AAA suggests taking these steps: Make it time-consuming to break into your home. Research suggests that if burglars think it will take more than four or five minutes to break into a home, they will move on. Check outside doors and frames to ensure they are strong and made of metal or thick hardwood. Use deadbolts on windows and doors, which can slow burglars down or deter them entirely.

Invest in an effective burglar alarm and/or exterior cameras that, when triggered, alert you, the police, fire department and other emergency services. Check with your insurance agent about possible alarm system discounts.

Disconnect computers and other electronic devices from the internet to prevent hackers from gaining access to your information. Make sure personal information on your computer is difficult to access.

Keep valuables locked up and out of sight. Expensive jewelry, electronic devices and other high value items should be hidden from plain view and placed in lock boxes.

Make your home look inhabited. Use timers to turn lights on and off, temporarily stop newspaper deliveries, and arrange to have your mail picked up or held by the post office. An unkempt lawn is also an indicator to burglars that you are away. Hire a lawn service to maintain your yard if you are gone for an extended period of time.

Ask a dependable neighbor, friend or family member to keep an eye on your home while you’re away.

Avoid discussing your vacation plans in public places such as at the grocery store or at your local café. Although vacations are exciting, try not to post about them on social media until you return; someone may see your posts and target your home while you’re away.

Create a home inventory. In the event that you do need to file a claim, preparing a home inventory of your possessions beforehand will make the process easier.

Check your insurance policy to ensure that you have the coverage you need in case you experience theft or damage to your property.

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Waiting in line is far from private and I wasn’t listening, truly. What I heard made me sad. Two women were talking about a handmade gift that one of them had received. As described, it was a painting of a nearby waterfall.

The comments were stingingly critical: “Too cheap to buy something” and “I’ve seen better done by a four-year-old” and the piece de resistance, “After all the times I took her to the doctors? That wasn’t an inexpensive thing to do, and look at what I get.”

I held my tongue and displeasure, but I do believe that, if I could, I would have a few critical words not only about their behavior but also the mindset from which it came.

Since when are gifts “transactional?” You know, I give you something and then you are required to gift me something of equal or greater value. Or, in more political circles, “quid pro quo.” Both, the word transaction and the phrase “quid pro quo” are flung around willy-nilly these days describing how parts of our government function. But I am not thinking about the larger issue of ethics or even moral behavior. I am thinking about the normal interactions between ordinary people. You know, that thing that your parents taught you about kindness, caring, doing the right thing? Do unto others? The only obligation being “thank you.”

People share their time, their talents, their treasure with each other as a celebration of connection whether familial, friendship or social. To expect a return diminishes the sharing, and while returning that share is a lovely thing to do, it is not necessary, not required when that connection is genuine. Giving is an action that gives the giver as well as the recipient positive feelings.

There are gifts, some so simple … gifts that stay with you and verify your connection with

To the Republican Congress

To the editor:

Congratulations to our brave Republican Congress, who stood up for the multi billionaires who will continue to reap rewards for their greed!

Kudos to these valiant warriors who will wheedle funds from the hungry and healthcare from the poor so that our Fearless Leader’s crudity of “Alligator Alcatraz” can become a reality!

“A+ “to the shrewd deliberators who carved out something for their preferred constituents while impoverishing and penalizing the large groups of marginalized people who had been hoodwinked to bring them into power!

How could we be prouder of the GOP? We must reward them in the next vote by giving them all the opportunity for retirement!

Remember them in 2026 and especially 2028 and tout their achievements!

To all Republicans, may you revel in your shirking leaders… and crown their heads if you support them. But wait! Wear your handsomely revised hat- MAGAA- Make America’s Gilded Age Again!

Celebrate your success…in the face of $3.5 trillion more debt you leave our children! Dine well while others hunger, get adequate medical care as others sicken, and turn your heads away and…Party on!

dAVE PASINSKI fayetteville

Chaos and cruelty

To the editor:

Cages…laughter…what have we come to?

The rhetoric of the Trump regime I can hope to ignore. The distractions of a 51st state and the acquiring Greenland I can try to recognize as what they are…distractions. But the chaos, the cruelty, the criminality I cannot ignore.

America, where are you? What can we celebrate on July 4 when the very basis of our freedoms is being ignored and eroded.

As a teenager, I can remember watching the original Planet of the Apes. And the vivid image of a last scene – the recognition by “the humans”

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This initiative is part of a larger rebranding effort for Caz Life and cazenovia.com, which now emphasize tourism, local events, and visitor experience more prominently. The hope is that the upgraded website and supporting social media accounts will become the go-to source for discovering what to do, where to go, and how to enjoy the best of Cazenovia.

“The Caz Life Marketing Committee [decided] that tourism was the appropriate catalyst and gateway to all the other important industries that make up the Cazenovia business community,” said Caitlin Gambee, a Caz Life member and an

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the giver. There are the unsolicited drawings made by children and grandchildren. One hangs on my refrigerator door. It’s an abstract stick figure interpretation of me drawn by my grandson, Tommy. It was the impetus for me to rejoin Weight Watchers. I loved that picture when I received it and I love it even more now.

A paper bag full of rhubarb, freshly cut and washed, from a friend whom I haven’t seen for a while, rivals expensive jewels.

The same would be true of a few shallots or a newly-picked tomato from a garden.

There are the handmade quilts that cover our beds, generously made by my sister without any obligation on my part to return this prodigious effort.

Did I give any of these people gifts? Sure, but not because of what they had given me. I gave them, and most were handmade … an Afghan, an intricately-crocheted bookmark, a jar full of chocolate martini, special teas … because I thought that these “shares” would delight the receiver. They’re little surprises, from my hands to their hearts. It made me feel good to make them feel the same.

Now, don’t get me wrong, some gifts may only lift the spirit of the giver and require the recipient to focus on the action rather than the gift.

Take for instance the bathrobe that my spouse gave me for Christmas a few years ago. Smiling broadly, he handed me the box, with the announcement that he didn’t know my size so he asked the girl at the counter who seemed to be about the same size, to pick one out.

The robe would have covered my small car. I, in return, smiled and looked on the gift as the time and effort he put into an expression of caring. As they say, “It’s not the gift but the thought.” I just wonder what that salesclerk

of where they are as they see a crumbled Statue of Liberty and destruction everywhere – really imprinted itself on my memory. And that is the future of America that I fear.

America, where are you?

rOSEANN LOrEFICE ManliUS

We understand struggle

To the editor:

On June 28, Caz Pride celebrated its fifth year as an annual event honoring the LGBTQ+ community. We are grateful to its organizers for their hard work and congratulate them on another successful year.

Members of Jewish Voice for Peace Syracuse were honored to take part in Caz Pride’s march –as members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies – to bring attention to Israel’s genocide in Gaza. JVP Syracuse is a local chapter of the largest group of progressive American Jews advocating for Palestinian liberation. Today, nearly every Pride march in the world includes a Palestine contingent because we recognize that in order to advocate for issues like trans rights and access to gender-affirming healthcare, the progressive platform must also include calling out Israel’s ongoing genocide on a civilian population.

As Jews, many of whom are descendants of Holocaust survivors, we understand our struggles are intertwined and that none of us is free until all of us are free. At Caz Pride, we marched in solidarity with our fellow LGBTQ+ community members while spotlighting one of the most horrific atrocities in our lifetimes – one that we are complicit in, as American taxpayers bankroll Israel’s military and donate US-made weapons for use against a population of nearly 50% children.

JVP Syracuse carried a banner which read: “No Pride in Genocide” and performed chants connecting the struggle for LGBTQ+ liberation with that of Palestinian freedom, including “Healthcare is a human right / for Palestine and queers alike” and “Up, up with liberation / down, down with deportations.” By linking these struggles, we affirm the connection between various marginalized groups fighting for survival in

looked like.

Handmade can mean a phone call, stopping by the house to check in and see how things are going, some cookies, a poem created for the recipient, a card made by the giver, a note to say hello, help cleaning out the gutters or mowing a lawn. We are talking ways to say I care about you. I do remember a time, when we were very young and short on finances, that sharing with our friends demanded creativity if not handcrafting. One of my favorite gifts was ‘an evening by the fireplace” ….and of course this only works for people who have fireplaces. So, what was it? A bottle of wine, a bundle of apple wood from Ackles Apples and a box of savory wine cookies. It does seem to me, at least from watching media, that we have, for at least some people, created rules that require at the very least some kind of equality of value when exchanging gifts. In my view this has moved … and I chose not to use the word elevated…from the meta of connection to that of monetizing relationships - a way of balancing reciprocity - rather than seeing the giving as a series of actions over time that reinforce a relationship, that are moments of joy.

And while not all of us have the wherewithal or creativity to gift handmade, the idea of sharing who we are, not in recompense for gifts received, but for the joy of giving, far outstrips the power of the quid pro quo or the one-upmanship that some people in our modern culture profess. Those critical women who spoke so disparagingly about a hand-crafted gift are being deprived of something valuable. It does again come down to the bottom line… the value that a behavior sustains. I wonder if they know what that is?

Ann Ferro is a mother, a grandmother and a retired social studies teacher. While still figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, she lives in Marcellus with lots of books, a spouse and a large orange cat.

the US and around the world.

Our banner is a critique of Israel’s pinkwashing – the strategy of using LGBTQ-friendly marketing to improve public image. Israel utilizes pinkwashing by touting their acceptance of the queer community, attempting to quell any criticisms over their conduct in Gaza. Israeli soldiers are photographed holding Pride flags atop the rubble of homes, suggesting they want to liberate queer people in Gaza. If Israel wants to liberate queer people, the first step is to stop killing them. While Pride is a celebration of queer joy and identity, it’s also an intrinsically (and historically) political event. Just as activism is an integral part of our Jewish identities, it’s also a form of queer expression for many of our members. We celebrate the traditions of protestors who came before us, like those at Stonewall, who showed us how to resist bigotry and rising fascism.

Historically, liberation was never handed to any oppressed people but has always been defended in classrooms and in the streets.

For those with further questions about how Pride and anti-genocide activism are related, we invite you to attend an upcoming screening of the documentary, The Encampments, which we plan to host in Cazenovia. We hope this will be a teachin opportunity that clarifies our presence at Pride, and one which brings about a mutual respect for our shared struggle of liberation for all.

JEwISH VOICE FOr PEACE SyraCUSe

Outstanding works

To the editor:

I would like to thank Benedict Tree Removal for the outstanding work they did at my home after the June 22 microburst. I am especially grateful for their skill in cutting the fallen trees, rebuilding the stone steps, keeping my gardens intact, completing the job quickly, responding early, maintaining constant communication, and managing a complex crane operation. They did an extraordinary job.

owner of The Brewster Inn. “As soon as you link to our site, you will see suggestions of places to stay, eat, and things to do. We have added a selection of itineraries for travelers and are currently working on a digital map for visitors. We curate our own annual events, but we also promote the events of others. Our thought process is that if we can attract people to visit Cazenovia, we may just inspire them to work or live in this community as well. Changes of that magnitude will bring additional revenue into the community for all businesses. If we provide them with a clean, easily accessible platform that is visually attractive, we can better showcase all our members. Whether in the market for a jeweler, realtor, accountant, or contractor, we want people to know that the Cazenovia community is here to provide the highest quality goods and services.”

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Community members are invited to get involved in the campaign by sharing what they think makes Cazenovia special. Photos or phrases can be submitted to hello@cazenovialife.com for the chance to be featured in an upcoming social media post.

“This campaign is more than just a marketing push; it’s a reflection of the real pride we all share in our town,” GCACC President Mark Woodworth said in the Caz Life press release. “By highlighting the things that make Cazenovia such a special place to live and visit, we’re telling a powerful story about our community — and inviting others to be part of it.”

To learn more about Caz Life and explore its new website, visit cazenovia.com and follow Cazenovia Life on social media.

Ramblings from the empty nest

Years Ago in History

BY CINdY BELL TOBEY

55 Years Ago – July 15, 1970

Gordon Bowers, Jack Lyon and Lewis Fogg, representing the Cazenovia Rotary Club, appeared before the village board July 6 with a proposal to improve the Burton Street Park, site of the skating rink. The Rotary’s plan to develop the area by draining, filling and grading the field, would result in creation of baseball and softball diamonds, and possibly a basketball court. As proposed to the trustees, the Rotary Club would fund a three or four phased development program, including hiring of a landscape architect. The village would be responsible for the maintenance.

35 Years Ago – July 18, 1990

James Zecca, director of Madison County’s Department of Solid Waste and Recycling, spoke to a small but dedicated group of Cazenovia residents at the municipal building. As part of Mr. Zecca’s show and tell program on the do’s and don’ts of recycling, he brought with him one of Madison County’s 18-gallon green bins, plus a collection of acceptable recyclables and an assortment of flyers. Gearing up for recycling in Madison County has been done in three phases. A composting program for garden and tree and brushy waste was put into action at local transfer stations. Phase two was to acquaint town and village residents with the idea of recycling household metals, glass and paper voluntarily. Phase three is mandatory separation by homeowners and business people alike.

25 Years Ago – July 19, 2000

Area kids working on a dinosaur-size reading challenge now have a mascot. Young children attending a summer reading program at the Cazenovia Public Library helped paint and name a giant paper mache dinosaur last Friday. Meg, named by the students, measures 15 feet from head to tail and just misses the ceiling of the library’s children section. But work on the dinosaur is not yet finished. Each time a child participates in the program reads a book, he or she writes the name of the story, the name of the author and his or her

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that holding another public election would cost the district at least $5,000 and that the board is within its rights to appoint a new member, the BOE concluded that the best path forward would be to advertise and accept applications for the vacancy.

According to the Board of Education Vacancy Notice released last week, applicants must: be U.S. citizens, be at least 18 years of age, be able to read and write, be a district resident for at least one year before appointment, not be employed by CCSD, not reside with another member of the same school board as a member of the same family, not hold another incompatible public office, not be a convicted felon, and not have been removed from a position within another school district in NY within the past year.

BOE members are expected to do the

ment to their communities. This is a mutually beneficial arrangement.”

Sample News Group officially takes ownership of the newspapers on July 14.

In New York, Sample News Group currently operates The Palladium Times (Oswego), The Valley News (Fulton), The Oswego Shopper, The Oswego County News, The Livingston County News, The Daily News (Batavia), the Cortland Standard, the Pennysaver (Owego) and the Bee Group (Williamsville.)

Sample News Group is a privately held publishing company based in Huntingdon, Pa., with 19 daily newspapers and more than 38 weeklies and specialty magazines. The company owns and operates 30 local websites and six centralized production facilities, in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Vermont. For more information, visit samplenewsgroup.com.

The modern history of Eagle News began in 1992 when Brown Newspapers

memorable.”

For each monthly event, the interior arrangements are curated by Hilltop House Fellow Patricia Christakos.

“Patti is utilizing the art and objects Dorothy left in the home to tell the story of Dorothy’s life as an artist, while also leaving space for contemporary artists to create new work inspired by Dorothy’s legacy,” said Zaengle.

Christakos is also this month’s featured STONE + SCRATCH artist.

On July 17, she will give an interactive talk about memory, art, color, and design. Attendees will reflect on an iconic story from Riester and be served a summerinspired spread and wine.

“I’m honored to be serving as the art

Learn the district’s goals, policies, procedures, and mission.

Make decisions based on state or federal law, regulation, or policy.

Engage in long-term strategic planning for the district’s benefit and progress.

Become familiar with state and federal support avenues for public schools in NY and position the district to obtain support where appropriate.

Be prepared not to involve themselves in operating the district or taking administrative action, as the board’s function is policymaking, distinct from the executive function of administrators.

Take actions as a group based on the regular reports and recommendations of the district’s administrators. A basic understanding of quorum decision-making is important.

and Manlius Publishing merged to form Eagle Media LP. A few years later, Eagle expanded beyond the Syracuse market, acquiring the Spotlight Newspapers in the Albany market. In 2009, three newspaper publishers, David Tyler in Syracuse, John McIntyre in Albany and Dan Alexander of Denton Publications in the Adirondacks, joined forces under the name Community Media Group LLC and purchased the assets of Eagle Media LP, to include all the titles in the Syracuse market.

About the publications

The Eagle Bulletin, dating to 1887, serves the eastern suburbs of Syracuse, including the towns of Manlius and DeWitt and the villages of Fayetteville, Manlius, Minoa and East Syracuse.

The Baldwinsville Messenger, with roots to 1847, serves the Baldwinsville community including the towns of Van Buren and Lysander.

The Star-Review, formerly the North Syracuse Star-News and the Liverpool-Salina Review, serves the northern suburbs of Syracuse to include the communities of Liverpool and North Syracuse and the

park’s first Hilltop House Fellow,” said Christakos. “This position has allowed me to engage with and share Dorothy Riester’s artistic legacy within the creative living spaces that she and her husband, Bob Riester, so lovingly built more than sixty years ago. As I worked at the park as Dorothy’s first assistant in 1992, this return feels both personal and expansive. It’s been a privilege to curate a rotating collection of Dorothy’s sculptures, maquettes, books, and natural history objects for the park’s summer STONE + SCRATCH series. Alongside this curatorial work, I’ve also been developing my own experimental video and photo-based pieces. The Hilltop House inspires evolving conversations.”

This year’s STONE + SCRATCH events are supported by the contributions

Monitor and inform themselves through diligent attention to reports from administrators regarding the district’s academic performance, financial status, property status, and more.

Attend compulsory regular meetings.

Review, ratify, and understand contracts, labor agreements, and legal documents.

Adhere to the district’s code of ethics and code of conduct.

“The board of education is a group of dedicated volunteers who are vital to ensuring our district has sound policies and budget oversight,” said CCSD Superintendent Christopher DiFulvio.

Interested residents who meet the legal criteria of the position are invited to submit a letter of intent and an updated resume to Emily Ayres, District Clerk, Cazenovia Central School District, 31 Emory Ave., Cazenovia,

towns of Salina, Clay and Cicero. The predecessors of the Star-Review date to 1893.

The Press-Observer serves western Onondaga County, including the communities of Skaneateles, Marcellus, Jordan, Elbridge and Camillus. The Skaneateles Press, one of the predecessors to the current edition, was originally founded in 1830.

The Cazenovia Republican, the oldest continuously operating business in Madison County, originated in 1808, and has proudly served the Cazenovia community, including the village of Cazenovia and the towns of Cazenovia, Fenner and Nelson, ever since.

Syracuse Woman Magazine launched in 2011, and it has since evolved into one of the strongest print media brands in the market. The area’s only women’s magazine, each edition features articles on health, fashion, fitness, dining and lifestyle and shines a spotlight on local Syracuse women. The magazine is distributed monthly at locations throughout the greater Syracuse area, including all Wegmans and Tops grocery stores.

of Dorothy + Bob Giving Circle members, a grant from the Maurer Family Foundation, and a gift from Sharye Skinner in honor of her late husband, Dick Tuttle.

“In future years, based on the interest in these events and the limited number of guests we can have in the home, we may add a ticket price,” said Zaengle.

Reservations for the upcoming events can be made via Eventbrite. Space is limited, and the evenings fill quickly.

On July 1, Zaengle reported that the July event was already almost full.

To receive notifications when registration for the August event opens, subscribe to the Stone Quarry newsletter and social media. For more information on SQHAP, visit sqhap.org. To learn more about From Scratch, visit fromscratchcaz.com and follow @fromscratch.caz on social media.

NY 13035.

“The Cazenovia Central School District is committed to a fair and transparent selection process,” the vacancy notice states. “Interviews will be held with each individual who applies.”

The Board of Education Vacancy Notice can be found on the district website, cazenoviacsd.com. CCSD BOE meetings are open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend. Meeting dates are listed on the district website and the school calendar. For more information, visit cazenoviacsd.com/ board. To contact the entire board, email boe@ caz.cnyric.org Anyone not directly affiliated with CCSD can sign up for the ParentSquare Community Group to receive newsletters and other information. Sign up at parentsquare. com/community_signups/94dc9c19-05704ecd-bd7a-868cb499bc46/new.

Alton M. Heath, 81

Grew up in Chittenango

Alton M. “Skip” Heath, 81, of Hollis, ME, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House after a brief illness.

Skip was born in Canastota to Alton Sr. and Florence Heath and grew up on the family farm in Chittenango, which had been in the Heath family for generations. After graduating from Chittenango High School, Skip attended Bentley School of Accounting and Finance (now Bentley University) and subsequently began a 30-year career with Smith-Corona Marchant (SCM), retiring in 1995 as a vice president of internal audit. Skip’s work took him to Cortland, N.Y., and Phoenixville, PA, before retiring to Hot Springs Village, AR. Throughout his life, Skip en-

be available for a fee.

The day camp was last held in 2019.

“Lorenzo State Historic Site and the Rippleton Schoolhouse provide an ideal setting for young campers to explore and learn through not only history but also the natural environment,” said Paul Nasca, Lorenzo’s historic site manager. “Allowing kids to ‘step back in time’ is important because it provides an immersive experience where they can discover connections with the people of the past, the natural world, and the greater community around them. The Friends of Lorenzo further that community connection with their generous

joyed spending time outdoors with family and friends. Whether skiing the slopes or playing a round of golf, he made lasting memories in the company of loved ones. He also held a deep appreciation for animals and was inseparable from his beloved Cavanese dog, Buddy, who passed away in 2024.

Skip is survived by sons David Heath of Hollis, ME, his wife Kelley, and their children Asa and Sarah; Jason Heath of Hummelstown, PA, his wife Angela, and their children Bailey, Tyler and Noah; David and Jason’s mother, Jan Stinson of Hershey, PA; and a daughter Susanna Lombardi of Wallingford, CT, and her children Joseph and Isabella. Skip was pre-

support of the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp program.”

On July 25, The Syracuse Orchestra dinner will be held under a tent, rain or shine. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m., and dinner and dessert will be served from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

The buffet dinner, catered by the Lincklaen House, will include carved beef tenderloin, chicken marsala, Chantilly potatoes, and penne with vodka cream sauce.

Proceeds from the fundraiser dinner will go to the FOL to support the continued preservation of Lorenzo State Historic Site.

The Syracuse Orchestra, previously known as Symphoria, will begin playing at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, and attendees

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name on a piece of paper shaped like a scale. “The goal is to cover the dinosaur with scales by the end of the program,” said Meg Omainsky, a Syracuse University student, who is helping to organize and run the program. Jackie Pavese, a retired school librarian, who reads to children participating in the program, said the annual program is part of a statewide campaign to encourage children to read during the summer.

15 Years Ago – July 14, 2010

It only took three inches of rain in about an hour’s time on July 5 to wash out a portion of

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Proud mother, grandmother

deceased by his parents, Alton Sr. and Florence (née Ward) and his sister, Joyce. As a man of unwavering faith, Skip lived a long and full life and was confident in his ultimate reunion with God. A celebration of his life will be held on July 20 at 2 p.m. at Standish Congregational Church in Standish, ME. A graveside service will take place on July 14 at 2 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery in Chittenango for family and local friends.

Skip received compassionate care and comfort from the staff at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, ME, and the family encourages donations to Hospice of Southern Maine (or other local hospice organizations) in his memory.

are invited to bring seating and picnics. The program will include classical favorites, patriotic tunes, and popular standards.

“The full orchestra will take the stage at Lorenzo,” said Nasca. “The historical backdrop of the Lorenzo mansion and its grounds provides the perfect venue to host an evening performance by The Syracuse Orchestra. This event is popular because it is a great opportunity to come together to enjoy community, history, and music that is free and accessible to all.”

To purchase orchestra dinner tickets, learn more about the Rippleton Schoolhouse Day Camp, or become a member of the FOL, visit friendsoflorenzo. org.

Lincklaen Road and give the Town of Cazenovia Highway Department a major headache. After heavy rain washed out the slope town workers erected road cones, barricades and temporary traffic lights, reducing a portion of Lincklaen Road to one lane. “We want to make sure we look out for public safety,” Highway Superintendent Tim Hunt said, “We didn’t want anyone to get too close to the slope.” “It’s about 140 feet of elevation change,” Hunt said, “It’s almost a 15 degree angle down there.” The steep slope makes it difficult to install materials safely and permanently to restore the road. Some options, such as closing or redirecting the road, are recommended, but Hunt said these methods would not be preferred.

Katherine A. Burns, 67, of Cazenovia, passed away peacefully in the evening on Saturday, July 5, 2025, after her children Lindsey and Michael were able to say their final goodbyes.

Kathy was born July 25, 1957, in Oneida, N.Y., to the late John D. and Maravene Gregg Marion.

She graduated from Cazenovia High School and remained deeply involved as an integral member of the Cazenovia community throughout her entire life.

Kathy spent her career in service to others, most notably at Albert’s Restaurant, Cazenovia College and the village of Cazenovia, until retirement in 2021. In her spare time, she also enjoyed many years as the treasurer of Cazenovia Pop Warner Youth Football.

Always greeting others with a warm smile and friendly disposition, Kathy was a joy to see throughout the village and made a positive impact on all whom she encountered.

Kathy was an organ donor and continued to help others after her passing.

Above all, Kathy was a proud mother to Heather, Lindsey and Michael, and “Nana” to her grandson Graham.

Jennie radelich, 96 Designer, seamstress Jennie Lovrovich Radelich, 96, of Fayetteville passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Olib, Croatia, Yugoslavia, on July 15, 1928. Jennie was employed as a designer/seamstress for over 30 years at Alper Schwartz in New York City and was a member of the ILGWU. Jennie’s activities were based around her family and friends. She loved her family and the time spent with them

She treasured visits to Martha’s Vineyard with her family. An avid sports fan and movie watcher, she closely followed the New York Yankees, Atlanta Falcons and had a soft spot for her beloved Hallmark movies.

Despite a packed lineup, Kathy’s calendar always remained starred each Thursday in anticipation of Thursday night game night!

Kathy is survived by her daughter, Lindsey Ross (Eric Milley) of Cumming, GA; Michael Ross (Caroline) of Alpharetta, GA; former husband, Jim Ross of Manlius; her sisters Patty (Stone Jaquays) Marion of Fayetteville and Julie Marion of Cortland; sister-in law Joanne Marion of Cazenovia; her brother, Bob Marion of Cazenovia; her nephew, Derek Rasmussen; and grandson, Graham Ross.

Kathy was predeceased by her daughter, Heather Ross; husband, Robert C. Burns; parents John and Maravene Marion; her brother John (Eddie) Marion, and her sister Suzie Marion.

We respect Kathy’s wishes, and there are no calling hours or a funeral. However, Kathy’s celebration of life will be at the Lincklaen House in Cazenovia on July 10 from noon to 2 p.m. Please dress in vibrant colors to celebrate Kathy’s spirit. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Suzie Marion Scholarship fund c/o Cazenovia High School or Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps (CAVAC). Arrangements were by Ayer & Zimmer Funeral Home, Cazenovia.

was when she was the happiest and most fulfilled. She is survived by her three children, Marilyn Crawford of California, Richard Radelich of Texas and Michael Radelich of Washington; two grandchildren, Nicole and Lauren; two great-grandchildren, Caroline and Brooks; two nieces, Antionette and Bianca; four nephews, Anthony, Danny, Dominic and David. She was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Michael Radelich.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Michael E. Brown Funeral Services, 2333 Fenner Road in Cazenovia. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery. Condolences for the Radelich family may be left at michaelebrownfuneralservices.com.

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it’ll expand to include sort of living and leisure opportunities that also really conserve the open space and provide access to the land.”

The campus’ historic buildings will remain historic, and that the group is working to officially designate other buildings on the campus as historic as well, according to Brodock.

In terms of next steps, Brodock said the first order of business will involve working through formal channels, such as rezoning.

The group hopes to be “shovel ready” by late fall, so that they can get started on the areas that need redevelopment.

Brodock said the process will probably be phased over a three-year period, and that the group hopes to have equine activities running by next season, although the development of the equine center will take a bit longer.

“We’re super excited for what’s to come, and really excited to build this alongside this community. It’s been a long time coming,”

Brodock said.

Mayor Kurt Wheeler emphasized the importance of local control over the site.

“Investors all over the world really don’t care about our little community, so even though there are a lot of things that need to be figured out still, it’s tremendously reassuring just knowing that we have people who live in our community and care about our community who will be the people with the keys,” Wheeler said.

The New York State Police (NYSP) started leasing a large portion of the college’s main campus in August 2023 to serve as the site of its basic school auxiliary academy.

The two-year lease will expire on Aug. 31.

In November 2024, 9 Fresh announced that it was under contract to purchase all the Cazenovia College-owned properties.

In April 2025, Brodock informed the village board that during the final stages of due diligence, 9 Fresh requested an extension to ensure the thorough completion of the process, but that request was denied.

As a result, it had to pull its original bid and

prepare a bid resubmission.

In April 2025, Brodock reported that communications with bondholders were going well and that the process was moving forward.

To learn more about 9 Fresh, visit 9fresh.co.

In other news

Newly elected village board officials took their oath of office at the July 14 meeting. Wheeler was sworn in as mayor, while Cindy Bell and Richard Macheda were sworn into the board of trustees.

Bell has served on the village board since 2021, and Wheeler has served as mayor since 2011.

The village has received an unusual number of false alarm calls in the past year. Wheeler said that this is impacting the fire department, the police department, and the Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps (CAVAC). He said the village has seen a pattern of repeat offenders. The board passed a resolution at their

July 14 meeting to amend Chapter 45 of the Village Alarm Code to further enforce charges for nuisance calls. “It is, by design, meant to be forgiving… There is no issue until you have three or more [calls] in a six-month period,” said Wheeler. Cazenovia is in the process of being recertified as a bronze-level Climate Smart Community. At the July 14 meeting, a task force was created to manage Cazenovia’s climate action.

Trustee Kathy Hahn was designated as the Climate Smart Community coordinator. She will work in cooperation with four members of the Cazenovia United Climate Action Network to form the Climate Smart Community Task Force.

The Village of Cazenovia Board of Trustees typically meets on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the village municipal building at 90 Albany St.

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