August Pulse

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A Taste of the Region

Destination Downtown If it’s not local... it’s not in here!

August 2013 Vol. 2 No. 10 www.pulsepointpress.com

Tours By Design 52 ORISKANY BLVD., WHITESBORO, NY 13492 PHONE: 315-525-3582 FAX: 315-982-9808 www.pulsepointpress.com Janet Stanley, Publisher janet.stanley@pulsepointpress.com 2nd Annual

A Taste of the Region

Destination Downtown If it’s not local... it’s not in here!

August 2013 Vol. 2 No. 10 www.pulsepointpress.com

PULSE is distributed in the following areas... Little Falls, Herkimer, Newport, Mohawk, Ilion, Old Forge, Frankfort, Schuyler, Utica, New Hartford, Clinton, Yorkville, New York Mills, Marcy, Washington Mills, Whitesboro, Boonville, Barneveld, Rome, Camden, Oneida,Vernon, Verona, Sherrill, and Hamilton.

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Destination Downtown ... Utica’s Hidden Gem Family, tradition and original recipes serve as the foundation for Alee’s exciting menu and specialty dishes. The freshest and finest ingredients transform local fare into world class cuisine.

To find culinary mastery and exceptional service with attention to detail in a casual relaxing atmosphere... is to find Alee’s… right here in the Heart of Downtown Utica! ~ Cooking with Garlic ~ Garlic, often referred to as the Italian “spice of life” can either make or break a beautiful meal.

Alee’s Roasted Garlic Using only California garlic, peel the cloves and in a shallow baking pan, cover the peeled garlic with quality extra-virgin olive oil. Spice with dried oregano & basil and bake in a 375 degree oven until the garlic softens and turns golden (usually 15-18 minutes). After the roasted garlic cools, lightly mash with fork and it is ready for use!

Keeps well in refrigeration.

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At Alee’s only garlic from California is used – though more expensive – quality is worth it!

Use roasted garlic in your preparations.

At Alee’s only roasted (never raw) garlic is used in any recipe.

Alee’s Fall Dining Schedule ~ Beginning the week of September 9th ~ Wednesdays & Thursdays 4:30 – 7:30 pm Fridays & Saturdays 4:30 – 9:00pm Reservations appreciated Alee’s is located at 247 Elizabeth Street, Utica, NY • (315) 797-2181 Full Menus Available on our website www.aleesrestaraunt.com

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Most of us venture into the Adirondacks looking to commune with the serene, natural world that is filled with lovely sights and smells.

We spend much of our working week waiting and planning for our departure from our city existence, to when we can arrive into the peaceful environment that only the placid lakes, rolling rivers, gentle ferns and scent of balsam pines offer. The moment you enter the village of Old Forge, an excitement and anticipation fills your soul.

While traveling down Main Street, you immediately notice a new eatery; SISTERS BISTRO. This lovely, Victorian home, with a beautiful wrap-around porch, set elegantly in Adirondack fashion, will stop you in your travels with its seductive comfy, wicker chairs and tables. If you are fortunate enough to happen upon SISTERS on a Friday evening, you will no doubt hear a local band playing outside on the front lawn and witness many joyous patrons dancing to familiar tunes. An air of fun, too enticing to resist coaxes you in! Relax

with a fine glass of wine and order up a meal prepared especially for you. Arriving hungry, you watch the many various entrees pass you by in the hands of server on their way to happy patrons, the only distraction being “what to choose” from the menu!

SISTERS BISTRO exclusively offers extra fine cuisine! No hamburgers or hotdogs here. Among the entrees: Moroccan lamb chops with apricot sauce, Hudson Valley Maple Leaf Farm duck breast with bing cherries, Korean beef Bulgogi, thinly sliced beef topped with a sesame/soy sauce served in bib lettuce; or try the Beggars purse, a vegetarian dish consisting of vegetables, beans and lentils.

Michael Shields, SISTER’S executive chef takes pride in the meals he creates. All are freshly prepared, using only organic foods. Be assured every delectable masterpiece is health conscious, using vegetables and herbs from the garden behind the Bistro. Be sure to leave room for dessert, each day offers a homemade sorbet: think, blueberry and maple with Bourbon!

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lives that prevented them from keepAs charming as the Bistro itself, are ing in touch as often as they wished. the women who own and operate Both sisters had what most of us it! Susan and Jeanne are “the” sisters would consider the “perfect” life. They and will offer you a smile, or a hug as each had two beautiful children, marsoon as you arrive. One or both of riages to their soul mates, more than them are always present to welcome adequate means to live comfortably, you to their much loved Bistro! You and both women were afforded will be captivated by their warmth good health! Unfortunately, Jeanne and inviting disposition. Jeanne and and Susan’s Susan husbands share a would be commitdiagnosed ment to with termiensuring nal cancer. that your Jeanne’s dining husband, experiFred, would ence will succumb to become bone mara lifetime row cancer memory, and Susan’s part husband, of the journey Jeanne (L) and Susan, the sisters of Sisters Bistro! Robert, would lose his you have battle to pancreatic cancer. In their come to expect in the lovely Adiron40’s both women found themselves dacks! widowed and single parents. Each proved to be great comfort to the Make time to stop into SISTERS other in their shared grief and new BISTRO on your next visit to Old found responsibilities. The AdironForge!! You don’t want to miss this beautiful Victorian home, transformed dacks’ serenity and laid-back lifestyle was what both women needed to into an amazing display of fine reconnect. Together, they decided to antiques, “interesting” art, impecmake Old Forge their home. They cable furnishings and all the “niceties” combined their assets and their reflecting the impeccable taste of the talents to create SISTERS BISTRO. An two sisters who carefully chose each endeavor that has proven to be both and every item with your comfort successful and enjoyable. in mind. An eclectic mix that will enhance your visit so much you will Jeanne is a accomplished writer and need no coaxing to return! You will has written choose two books a table while living that will in Old Forge: forever A BREATH be your AWAY, table. If a an autofull meal biographical doesn’t account of fit your her husband agenda, Fred and Jeanne their struggle and to accept Susan his diagnosis invite you Jeanne picking fresh peas for tonights dinner of terminal to come cancer. It is enjoy a a story of love, resilience and faith. cocktail, a beer or a glass of wine; You will feel every word as you turn only the best spirits are offered here. each page of their lives. This book is So lift your glass, lift your spirits and filled with a love so profound, your celebrate the moment! belief in family will be renewed and strengthened. A BREATH AWAY was The history of SISTERS BISTRO awarded the honor of being selected is a story in itself. Why would two the Best Spiritual book in London. women, two sisters, move to the Faith is the answer and the mortar in Adirondacks, leave their homes, their the marriage foundation established jobs and their friends to open and between Jeanne and Fred; and by operate an eatery located in the the books end, you will love Fredheart of the Adirondack mountains? die almost as much as Jeanne! The second book is A MILLION MILES Jeanne lived and worked as a regFROM HOME, also biographical. It is istered nurse in Michigan and Susan Jeanne’s personal struggle with the owned and ran her own shop in Cape May, NJ. Aside from the physical cont. on pg. 6 distance, they also had busy, complex

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Men and women with an eye on shedding a few extra pounds might feel as though dining out is a luxury their waistlines simply cannot afford.

But many restaurants recognize their customers’ growing desire for healthier fare. People can expect to find a host of nutritional items on the menu at their favorite local restaurant, making dining out both a viable and healthy option for those who want to put money back into their community while enjoying a night out on the town.

Of course, diners who want to ensure their next night out is healthy can take a number of steps before hitting the town with friends, family or that special someone.

* Peruse the menu ahead of time.

Many restaurants now post their menus to their Web sites, where prospective diners can get a feel for the restaurant while examining the menu for foods they can feel good about eating. Look for low-calorie meals and choose a few candidates that you might want to eat when you arrive at the restaurant. Some restaurants may count the calories for you on the menu or explain where and why they buy their ingredients in

an attempt to ensure their customers’ meals will be both delicious and healthy. * Consider ordering off the menu.

Ordering off the menu was a practice once reserved for bigwigs or restaurant regulars. But nowadays many restaurants recognize that some customers might be on restricted diets for medical reasons and are willing to work with their customers who still want to enjoy a meal out without putting their health in jeopardy. Ordering off the menu does not necessarily mean ordering a dish that isn’t on the menu. Ordering off the menu can refer to asking that ingredients like salt not be used to prepare your meal or asking that a dish is baked or grilled instead of fried. Many restaurants are amenable to such requests, but it’s up to the customer to ask. * Ask for smaller portions. Smaller portions can help men and women maintain a healthy weight, and some restaurants even allow customers to buy half-portions for less money. If that option is available, take advantage of it. If not, skip the appetizer and dessert courses, and don’t be afraid to leave some food on your plate at the end of the meal. You can always have your meal wrapped.

Sisters from pg 5 dating scene after Fred’s death and her horrific marriage to husband #2.

You will be amazed at the candid script and very honest discussion on how loneliness can lead you into the eager arms of the wrong person.

Both books will touch your heart and make you begging for book number three which Jeanne has assured me is well under way!

Susan was married to famous songwriter and musician Robert Hazard, best remembered for his song GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN. No doubt being married to such a highprofile man, Susan has some stories of her own to share.

If you buy his CD at the Bistro and listen, you will get some stories from Robert about life with his wife Susan.

The song BOUND is a favorite with the lines: “We are bound like raindrops on a river. We are bound like big trees on the ground; like

mountains rolling on forever. We are bound. We are bound.” Can any words be truer than describing a love between best friends, soul mates or even two sisters? Robert’s ballads are filled with love of family and of the Adirondacks he called home.

A trip to visit the Adirondacks and Old Forge is simply not complete without dining at SISTERS BISTRO on Main St. If you don’t have time to relax, unwind and enjoy an amazing meal prepared just for you, please do yourself the favor of at least stopping by for a refreshing drink at the bar. The bar area in my opinion is best described as cozy and intimate!

SISTERS is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week in the summer.

Say hello to Jeanne and Susan, they will be the two lovely ladies waiting for your arrival at the front door.

You will recognize them. They will be smiling! They have much to smile about, YOU!

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August fun facts August is known for many things, including the dog days of summer, National Watermelon Day (Aug. 3) and National Smile Week (Aug. 5-11). But there are many other fun facts associated with summer's last full month. * August is named after Augustus Caesar, founder and the first emperor of the Roman Empire, who was posthumously adopted by his maternal greatuncle Gaius Julius Caesar.

* August was originally called "Sextilis" in Latin before it was renamed for Augustus.

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* In the early Roman calendar, August was actually the sixth month of the year. It was originally 30 days in length, but

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an extra day was added so that it would equal the number of days in July, which was named after Julius Caesar.

* Around 700 B.C., August became the eighth month when January and February were added to the original 10-month calendar.

* August has two birthstones: Peridot and Sardonyx. Peridot is among the oldest known gemstones and is green in color.

Sardonyx, which is lesser-known,

is a white- and brown-banded gemstone once believed to have mystical powers. * The official flower for August is the gladiolus. These verticalgrowing flowers were named from the Latin "gladius," meaning a sword. * The Anglo-Saxons once referred to August as Weod monath, which means "Weed Month."

It was so named because it is a month when weeds and other plants grow most rapidly. * Edinburgh, Scotland, annually plays host to various arts and cultural festivals throughout the month of August. * Fans of Elvis Presley mourn each August 16th, the day the famed singer died in 1977. * On August 24th in 79 A.D., the volcano Mount Vesuvius erupted, destroying the city of Pompeii and others. * People born in August fall under the sun zodiac signs of Leo and Virgo. Leos are known to be dramatic, creative and outgoing.

They are impossible to resist and often take center stage. Virgos have acute attention to detail and are the people most likely to dedicate themselves to serving.

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* On August 21, 1911, the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre Gallery and not recovered for two years. * Although civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., is honored in January, when he was born, he is best known for his famed "I have a dream" speech, which was given on August 28, 1963. * The month of August is often referred to as the "dog days of summer" but not because of pet pooches. It has to do with the star Sirius, also known as the dog star, which rose at the same time as sunrise during the month of August in ancient Roman times. * Some famous people born in August include Martha Stewart, Martin Sheen, Jeff Gordon, Deion Sanders, and Halle Berry.

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We serve generous portions of Italian-American specialties at reasonable prices. Come in and try our delicious dinner specials!

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The first week of life on a college campus can be somewhat overwhelming for first-year college students. For many students, college is their first taste of independence. Some embrace that newfound freedom, while others grow homesick and long for the company of their immediate family.

But as the school year progresses, the majority of firstyear college students adapt to life on campus and grow to love their new surroundings.

Once students have comfortably adapted to their new lives, many seek opportunities to become more actively involved in life on campus. College clubs and organizations are a great

way to do just that, providing a host of benefits that further enhances college life.

Meet people Joining a student club or organization is a great way for college students to meet fellow students, professors and other people of note on campus.

This is especially beneficial for first-year college students, whose social circle may otherwise be limited to roommates or fellow residents of their dormitories.

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from on pg 10 who share your interests and not just your dorm assignment.

Find a major Many first-year college students are unsure about a course of study, enrolling as an undeclared.

Such students can benefit from joining clubs or student organizations that pique their interests.

For example, joining an on-campus debate club might help you discover a passion for debate, which can lead down a path to becoming a lawyer. Students who enroll in college without declaring a major may have the most to gain by joining a club or organization.

Boost your GPA Joining a club or student organization also may make you a better student. That’s especially likely for students who join a club or organization that’s aligned with their field of study. A club or organization can help you apply lessons from the classroom in real-world situations, improving your grasp of certain concepts. In addition, your fellow club members may make great teachers, especially those who are ahead of you and have taken many of the same classes you’re now taking or can expect to take down the road.

Such students can be invaluable resources, helping explain concepts and offering advice as to which courses to take and

which professors they prefer.

Network with professionals Clubs and campus organizations also are a great way to begin networking with professionals in your future line of work.

Many clubs or organizations bring in professionals within the field to speak to members. Such speeches and discussions are typically members-only, which means you will have an advantage over fellow students in your field of study who have not gone the extra mile and joined a club or organization. Professionals may also give you advice on finding an internship in your field or a job once you have graduated.

Improve your overall experience Even if a student club or organization has nothing to do with your studies or your future career, signing up is a great way to improve your overall college experience. You’re liable to create more memories, make more friends and get the most out of your time on campus, which many college seniors will tell you is going to be gone before you know it. Take advantage of all of the opportunities your college or university offers, and you will likely one day look back and be glad you made the most of your time on campus.

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Other than being a staff writer for Pulse magazine, I am a staff writer for “In Good Health” publication out of Oneida, the chief food (gluten free) writer for “The Autism file” magazine and “Something Special” magazine. Locally, (other than In Good Health), and the “Queen Central Newspaper”, local Camden Newspaper. I wanted to start a food forum that will give you, the readers, somewhere to be able to write in and talk all about food. I love to talk about local shops, new products, where to, and not to go eat, food in the news, everything food related. All that fun stuff. So, Feel free to start sending in the questions and let’s REALLY have some fun with this.

I welcome recipes and would especially love all the questions and concerns you have about autism and the gluten free diet.

August 3rd, my teaching partner, Gail Schalizki, certified Nutrition coach (and owner of Liberty Lanes in Camden) will host our first of many classes on nutrition, gluten free, adjusting to life by eating healthy and living healthy. This first class is going to run for 3 hours, beginning at 10am, (snacks and finger foods provided) and will cover everything you need to know about back to school gluten and allergy free. This was a huge struggle for me when our son was diagnosed with autism and basically where my journey into my culinary career began.

All the things you are worrying about right now is everything I will cover in this seminar. You will know how to shop and prepare gluten free/allergy free school lunches, school parties and field trips.

Also, I will show you how to address the school staff of your child’s needs, and so much more.

Doesn’t matter if you are new to all this or a pro at it, we can all learn from each other and would love for you to join in on our class. Seating is limited so please email us at Mail@ justaskthenutritionist.com or call us at 315-308-FOOD (3663) to get registered. I hope to see you there. I am so excited about adding a food column where we can talk FOOD, my favorite subject….Start sending in your questions, info, recipes and let’s get this party started...Malissa ~

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Before sitting down in a car, on a bench or other surfaces exposed to the heat, check the seats by touching them with your hand. Brief contact with your hand is not likely to result in a burn, and you should be able to gauge whether a seat is safe to sit on or too hot. Parents should always check their children’s car seats before placing youngsters in the car. If seats are too hot, cover them with a towel before sitting down.

Regardless of one’s personal opinion about the dog days of summer, the often unforgiving climate synonymous with late summer is a considerable safety risk for people of all ages.

Temperatures approaching or exceeding * Lock car the triple doors at digits all times. coupled Kids might with be more intense amenable humidity to summer Limiting strenuous activities to times of day when heat than can be the weather is at its most cooperative is one way their pardangerfor active men and women to avoid ous, ents are, but succumbing to summer heat. and it’s that doesn’t impormeaning tant that men, women and kids playing outside isn’t a potential emphasize safety as summer threat to youngsters’ health. In winds down. addition to more standard precautions like applying sunscreen * Check seating before sitting to youngsters before they go down.You don’t have to spend outdoors and ensuring they time outdoors to get burned drink enough water, make sure when summer temperatures the doors to all vehicles on your soar. Something as simple as sitproperty are locked. Whether ting down on a surface exposed Cont. on pg. 21

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Nothing Says Summer More Than Iced Tea!

By Brian Karwowski Iced tea is usually served in a tall glass with ice, sweetened or unsweetened, flavored or unflavored, with or without lemon, it’s up to you. You can get it in a can or a bottle but you can’t beat fresh brewed iced tea served over ice.

Popular around the world, only second to water and enjoyed almost universally, in the United States eighty five percent of all tea consumed is in the form of iced tea. Especially popular in the South, there it is usually served sweetened and is called ‘sweet tea’. It’s a great alternative to carbonated drinks and is enjoyed year-round. Hot or cold it is loaded with antioxidants and everyone should take time to savor the flavor.

Iced Tea 1904 World’s Fair

Many references point to the creation of Iced Tea occurring in 1904 at the St. Louis World’s Fair. A plantation owner named Richard Blechyden was giving away free hot tea samples on a very hot day. As one might expect he did not get any takers until he iced it. The beverage was only then a hit, and became all the rage.

It is more accurate that Mr. Blechyden made iced tea popular but was not the inventor of this popular beverage. No difference, let’s all just be glad to enjoy it.

Iced tea appeared in many cookbooks prior to 1904, especially in the U.S. South. It’s recipe in the White House Cook Book of 1886 is just one example prior to the 1904 World’s Fair.

process that reduces the leaves into tiny pieces known as fannings and dust that usually finds their way into tea bags. The tiny size of the leaves allows more flavor to escape rapidly producing a more robust tasting tea very quickly.

Iced tea is commonly made from CTC black tea, but you can also make delicious brews using whole leaf teas like white, green, oolong, or black. The key to making great tasting tea is to use soft or filtered water and premium tea, the hotter the water the bolder the flavor.

Cloudiness in My Iced Tea

IT is usually made from CTC tea, or crushed, tear, curl. CTC is an inexpensive mechanical

you normally would to make up for the dilution from ice. Stronger tea is made by using more tea, not increasing the the steeping time. Long steeping times can make it bitter.

Brewing methods include overnight refrigeration, cold steep, quick brew, and sun tea which is not recommend because the temperature of the tea may not get hot enough to destroy harmful bacteria. Just follow the directions supplied and enjoy.

So whatever your pleasure, bags or whole leaf, make some fresh brewed Iced tea, kick back, enjoy, and watch the clouds go by.

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A Little Tea Limerick A common question is what makes my iced tea look cloudy.

The cloudiness that you see is known as ‘tea cream’ and does not affect the flavor, just the appearance in your glass.

Tea cream in the precipitate formed as tea cools. Calcium from hard water, and theaflavin, a polyphenol found especially in black teas, promotes a cloudy brew during cooling.

To avoid creaming when making iced tea, use soft water and cool slowly to room temperature before refrigerating. Adding some lemon can sometimes help.

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Apple lemonade perfect for summer Lemonade is often associated with refreshment and hot summer days. When the mercury on the thermometer has reached record heights, few beverages are as refreshing as a cold glass of lemonade.

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This summer figures to have its share of hot afternoons. But while the higher temperatures might be typical this time of year, your choice for refreshment can be anything but -- even if you insist on sticking with lemonade.

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from pg. 18 they’re seeking a respite from the hot summer sun or simply playing with friends, kids might climb into cars when mom and dad aren’t looking, and that can put youngsters in precarious positions, especially if the vehicle’s windows are rolled up. Cars can quickly turn into ovens during the late summer swoon, and kids can easily succumb to the heat if they climb into an unattended vehicle on a hot day. Be sure to lock your car doors so kids are not tempted to climb in on hot summer days.

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On days when the summer heat is especially hot, be sure to drink plenty of water even if you don’t feel thirsty. The body’s cooling system can fail in extreme heat or when conditions outside are especially humid, leaving men, women and children susceptible to dehydration. One way to gauge if you are drinking enough water is to look at the color of your urine. If your urine is clear like water, then you’re likely drinking enough water. When urine is a darker color like the color of apple juice, then you likely need to drink more water.

Dizziness, an elevated heart rate and nausea are each symptoms of dehydration, particularly on hot days.

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Brew your own beer Beer enthusiasts know that sometimes finding the right brew can be a labor of love. While there are mass-produced commercial beers ranging from the palest ales to the richest stouts and a bevy of independent, smallscale bottlers, finding the right fit can still be difficult. However, there is something to be said for a beer that is constructed to perfectly fit an individual’s palate.

Many beer drinkers have dreamed about what it would be like to brew their own batch of beer. Before advancements in home-brewing technology, this may have been just a passing whim. But now that there are brewing supply stores and ingredients that can be purchased in-store many beer enthusiasts have determined there’s never been a better time to craft their own beer.

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1. Sanitize all of the equipment to eliminate bacteria and fungi.

4. Strain the wort into the fermenting container.

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By Malissa Allen Stinger It is usually pretty hard to stump me when it comes to first impressions with people. I can usually tell within the first few minutes how an interview is going to go 99% of the time, I end up staying longer than I had planned, talking about everything except what I was there to talk with them about, forgetting I am actually there to do a job. The most awesome thing ABOUT my job is the fact it feels nothing like a job, more of an honor. I get to sit down with people in all walks of life and talk, listen, and find the passion that lives in every soul and bring it to life.

Unless you are the one that gets to see the transformation of how people got where they are, from where they have been, it’s really hard to put in words how amazing this feels. My interview with this first lady was going to be no different. I have never witnessed a conversation go from one end of the spectrum all the way to the other end like I did with her.

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I write. Doesn’t always come so easy, but all it takes is taking the time to bring out the true passion of this person and let them tell you all about it. The world, life, history it’s all is made because of people, because people just like you and I took a leap of faith, explored an unknown world, or simply never stopped fighting to be who they were born to be.

My first scheduled interview of the day was to sit down for a one on one interview with JoJo, owner of “Tiny’s State Street Grill and Bar” located at 1014 State Street in Utica.

When we walked into Tiny’s the first thing I noticed was the

instant feeling of it being a place where regulars meet to eat bar snacks, have a few drinks and talk about how their day was. We were greeted by a very cheerful lady at the bar, full of life she was, and instantly made us feel at home. I told her who I was and what I was there for, she instantly let me know she was not one that liked to be photographed or have her name in publications. She was a very cheerful person, funny and a great opening to any person walking in. She seated us and told me JoJo would be right out. I decided to walk around and take a few photos and get a feel for this places personality. Quiet a variety of different themes. One wall was filled with autographed sports pictures framed. I figured she was a devoted NY fan and this all was part of the “bar theme”. In the next room was a couple themes combined into one. In one large corner was a beauti-

ful clock, surrounded by Nut Crackers. Some stood tall, some smaller ones lined across a shelf, but each one being very unique.

Then there was the middle room of more autographed photos, but of people that had been there for the big reason Tiny’s has such as awesome history, the jazz musicians that graced the walls, the tall concert poster featuring Chuck Mangione, along with others in the Jazz music industry that had at some point in time played to a packed house right there where I stood. I think I had this place figured out. The actual “grill and bar” barely touched on what Tiny’s really was all about.

We sat down, as I looked over the menu looking to see what treat I would be having for lunch.

JoJo has just the right touch to her menu. It’s simple, not overwhelming at all. The menu offers such delights that one would expect to find at a grill, but a large added touch of class to each item. Made to perfection, plated, and delivered to the table as if you were in a high dollar restaurant. I ordered the cont. on pg. 27

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Instead of square brownies, use a circle or heart-shaped cookie cutter for more flair. When making a fruit or nut pie, cut out the shape of the fruit that is inside from the top crust.

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Black tie affair ... now what?

Receiving an invitation to a wedding or another party in the mail can be an exciting prospect, presenting a chance to enjoy a night out and share several hours in the company of friends and family.

Upon opening the invite, you may find the words “black tie.” If you have never attended a black tie event, you may be unsure what that entails and how to prepare.

The appearance of “black tie” on an invitation means the party hosts are planning a formal affair and they’d like their guests to dress appropriately. For men, this dress code is unequivocally a black tuxedo. Gentleman who want to dress in the spirit of the occasion should purchase a tuxedo or rent one if finances do not allow for the purchase. Accompanying the tuxedo is a bow tie. Now is not the time to don a clip-on. Only a hand-tied bow tie will suffice. Additionally, men are expected to be conservative with their choice of tuxedo shirt.

A white shirt is customary. It may have ribbing or a subtle detail. If a cummerbund or vest is worn, it should also be black. However, sometimes matching the vest or cummerbund to a date’s dress is acceptable.

Women have a little more wiggle room when it comes to dressing for a black tie affair. A cocktail dress is customary, and many women prefer to wear something floor length because it appears more formal than a shorter dress. Dressy separates also are acceptable, provided they look formal enough. A ball gown or something you might see a celebrity wearing on the red carpet is customary.

On some occasions, some men may not want to be curtailed by dress code and may use the opportunity to dress as they would like. This is a breach of etiquette.

Although a party host may be

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Party hosts who request formal attire are trying to keep a uniform look to their party and avoid any conflicts that could arise with lax dress code requirements. If a host or hostess has specified a dress code, it is in proper form to stick to the requirements or decline the invitation. If you are ever in doubt about what to wear, you can always ask your hosts what is expected of you.

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to at various times of the year, the bulk of shopping occurs just before the school year begins.

Though clothing can be expensive, families need not bust their budgets when shopping for kids’ clothing. By shopping smart and concentrating on fashion staples, it’s easier to stretch money further. * Warm weather clothing generally goes on sale in August to make room for new fall lines.

Considering the first few months of school still may be warm, short-sleeved shirts will still have utility and are generally less expensive than sweaters and sweatshirts. * Take stock of what you already have. How many times have you run out to the grocery store for a missing ingredient only to find that very item buried at the back of the pantry?

The same thing happens with kids’ clothes. Before taking kids clothes shopping, take inventory of their closets. Have little ones try on clothes to see which items still fit and which can be discarded or donated. Make a list of the items you need to cut down on impulse spending at the store. * Learn to layer. Layering items can make pieces look like new by putting them together in different combinations. Layering a summer T-shirt under a fall hoodie gets use out of two different season’s worth of clothes.

It also enables kids to be comfortable during unpredictable weather.

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Tiny’s from pg 23 fish that was offered on a lunch special and my friend ordered the ham and cheese on marbled rye bread. Neither of us could eat fast enough. It was incredibly delicious, each and every bite.

Both plates came with more than a fair share of food. I come from a long line of experience on the food industry. I began my career and love for cooking when I should have wanted to play with dolls and just be a kid.

My mother worked as a waitress as far back as I can remember, so I have seen several varieties of food, different versions of a lot of Louisiana foods, fish, Cole slaw and tartar sauce being a big favorite in the south. I have never found a tartar sauce that could come close to being as good as what my mother made, until now. JoJo makes everything on her menu homemade, fresh and from local vendors. I love this about this place. This tartar sauce was the absolute best I’ve eaten since living here. Creamy, with just enough taste to it that it did not over take the fish, which was beyond delicious. Both of our choices scored a high mark on

taste, presentation and freshness.

JoJo told me she feels the key to why her food stands out differently than others is because all she will buy is fresh, local foods from local farmers and vendors.

And I have to agree with her, there is nothing better than fresh made food. But there is more to “Tinys” than just the food; it’s where she came from, and her love for this place that makes it really stand out. While eating my lunch, I asked JoJo to tell me a bit about herself, I was floored by what I was about to hear.

Baseball! She was in the past a Professional baseball team manager and her love for it came shining through. Yes, you read this right, baseball! This woman sitting across the table from me so passionate about her restaurant had a first career love years ago and it had nothing to do with food, but everything about the love of the game of baseball. Battling the times when women were meant to be in the kitchen, she fought that war and made her way into a sport that had always been a “man’s game.” JoJo had managed cont. on pg. 30

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Once a school year begins, many students spend more time in the classroom with their teachers than they do at home with their parents. That’s especially true in dual-income households where both parents work outside of the home.

Though many parents would love to spend more time with their children, doing so can be difficult when both parents must go to work every day. Because kids spend so much time with their teachers, it’s important for parents to work toward building a strong parent-teacher relationship.

Such a relationship fosters communication, which can help a young student do his or her best in and out of the classroom, something that’s a goal for parents and teachers alike. Parents interested in developing a strong relationship with their kids’ teachers can take several steps to make that happen. * Meet your child’s teacher at the beginning of the year. Teachers have many students come in and out of their classroom on any given day, so it can be hard for teachers to initiate a relationship with parents. Parents have significantly fewer children to look after, so they should take the first step

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toward building a relationship with teachers. Introduce yourself at the onset of the school year, providing phone numbers and e-mail addresses where you can be reached. Let the teacher know you’re available for discussion any time during the school year and that you look forward to the coming school year and working with the teacher as the year progresses.

* Attend “Back to School Night.”

School events like an open house or a “Back to School Night” are a great way to help kids grow acclimated to their school. But such events also make great opportunities for parents to learn more about their kids’ teachers than they might have learned during their introductory meeting.

Such events may allow teachers to explain the curriculum for the upcoming year, and teachers may feel encouraged when parents show an active interest in such events.

* Prioritize parent-teacher conferences. Parent-teacher conferences are a great opportunity for parents to speak to their children’s teacher one-on-one.

Unlike an introductory meeting or an open house at the beginning of the school year, a parent-teacher conference allows parents and teachers to specifically discuss students in private.

Teachers may provide insight into how a child is performing and behaving in the classroom, offering advice as to how to improve that performance or suggestions as to how to encourage kids to keep up the good work. Such conferences may be your only opportunity for a one-on-one, in-person discussion about your child, so make sure you’re on time and that you don’t miss these conferences. Your child’s teacher will appreciate it, and you can use this as an opportunity to ask any questions you have about your child. * Keep the channels of communication open. If it’s been awhile since you’ve spoken to your child’s teacher, don’t be afraid to e-mail the teacher to check in or see if you can lend a helping hand. In addition, if your child really enjoys a teacher’s class, don’t be hesitant to share that with the teacher. Teachers appreciate compliments just like other professionals, and parents should express their gratitude to those teachers who are working hard to make learning fun for their youngsters.

Establishing a strong relationship with a child’s teacher can help parents ensure students are making the most of their time in the classroom.

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Back-to-school season is on the horizon, and many students and parents are either loving or loathing the idea of starting a new school year. For some, a party to commemorate the new school year and the end of summer is customary. Hosting a fun event for the soon-to-be students is one way to make the most of vacation time. * Go with a theme. Maybe the

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theme is rulers and text books, ABCs, or science, and it can run through the decorations used, the games played, the food served, and many other aspects of the event. Consider a science experiment inspired volcano cake that is oozing strawberry jam. * Include some educational games. Some students experience educational backsliding during summer vacation. That is why many schools have summer reading lists that educators feel promote lesson reinforcement for the coming school year. With this in mind, plan activities around concepts children learned in school. Think about math problem relay races, art projects, reading a story and reenacting it in a play form, or science experiments usTiny’s from pg.27

some great names and had some amazing stories to tell. This is when I saw the life come into her when she began telling me about her love of the game and where she had been, the struggles and finally how she was ousted from a “man’s world” that forced her to find another love of hers, Jazz. This is where Tinys came into her life and to this day is her true love and devotion. Like most places today, the struggle is keeping people coming through the door. I can sincerely say this is one of the most underrated places to go in the area. There is no other “bar and grill” in this area that gives you all you get in one package as you get at Tiny’s. If I can get one thing expressed here,

ing solar energy. * Host a campout reading marathon. Encourage guests to bring sleeping bags and favorite books to a campout under the stars. Most of the time can be spent reading while breaks can be devoted to exercising, making campout snacks or telling campfire stories. * Rent out a fun bus or truck.

Since many students will be spending a good deal of time on a school bus once the new school year commences, tie into those jaunts to school by renting the services of a game bus or truck. Some vendors will park their vehicles in front of the house for an hour or more, Cont. on pg 32

is that if you do not go there and inhale the history along with the food, you really are missing out on so much of a good thing. In a full complete package, you will not find a better spot. On my scale for awesomeness, JoJo and the staff at Tiny’s I give a great big ole homerun! Go try it, spend time talking to her and watch the love and passion come out when you ask her to tell you about her days in baseball. I promise you will get an awesome meal along with a wonderful, amazing story of a woman who wanted something and fought many to get it. In December I will do another story on JoJo and reveal the story behind the Nutcrackers. Tell her you read this story in Pulse magazine, you may just get a surprise!

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from pg 30 allowing children to climb inside and enjoy themselves on play equipment or compete in video game competitions inside specialized gaming trucks. * Plan a group event at the beach. Spending time seaside can be educational and enjoyable at the same time. Enlist the help of a few chaperones and set up an area on the beach where kids can play and explore the wonders of nature around them. Pack picnictype snacks or ask attendees to bring items themselves. * Plan a trip to the school. First-

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time students may be anxious about what to expect during their first days of school. Having friends who are slightly older accompany younger kids to school to give a tour and show them the ropes make the experience less frightening. Afterward, meet at a pizzeria to enjoy some slices and soda.

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Mobile phone dos and don’ts DO be accessible, but filter phone usage. Keep your phone stored out of sight when you are with another person and don’t feel the need to check the display every two minutes. Keep the phone at a low volume or on vibrate.

DON’T keep your phone out on a table or in plain sight. Doing so tells the person sitting across from you that he or she is no more important than the long list of other people who might be contacting you at any minute.

DO enforce personal cell phone rules and those for other members of the family. Such rules may eradicate phone usage during meals or those times when homework or office workneeds to be done. Some families have even adopted a period during the day when members have agreed to turn their phones off.

DON’T get involved in lengthy conversations via texting. Texting is meant to be brief and to the point. Too much information can be misconstrued through text

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DO wait for the right time to check missed calls. People survived decades upon decades without being in constant contact with others. It is possible to wait to check your messages, especially when you’re spending time with someone else.

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How to make a dorm room your own Children spend roughly 17 to 18 years living under Mom and Dad’s roof. When the time comes to go away to college, young men or women find themselves on their own for the first time in their lives. Once youngsters move into their dorm rooms, many attempt to add a few personal touches to their new home.

All too often a college dorm room is drab and uninspiring.

Universities tend to make dorm rooms sparse so they are easy to maintain. Very often walls are made from concrete or brick, and the space may not be very large.

In addition, dorm rooms are often shared with a roommate, and the idea of spending semester

after semester here may not be so appealing.

Students tend to arrive on campus with fixed budgets and not a lot of spending money for new furnishings, so dorm rooms often become populated with garagesale finds and hand-me-downs.

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* Consider using a dorm room planning Web site. Certain Web sites enable students to share a collaborative shopping cart with roommates so they can coordinate colors and avoid buying two of the same items. * Remember, the bed is the pivotal piece of the room. Most dorm rooms fit little more than two beds and two desks. Therefore, the bulk of your design will come from outfitting your bed with a comforter that adds color and life to the room. If you haven’t yet decided on a color scheme with your roommate, you may want to opt for neutral colors, or even basic black-andwhite, which will blend with anything. * Invest in other creature comforts. A nice area rug and a few decorative lamps can remove the institutional feel of overhead fluorescent lights and cinder block walls. Task lighting enables you to get work done at your desk or to read on the bed. * Consider curtains to add a homey feel. While blinds certainly have their utility, fabric curtains can help absorb noise and also make a dorm room feel more like home. If your dorm room has an attached bathroom, hang a shower curtain and use thick towels to make the space seem more like home. * Carve out a spot for a mini refrigerator. Students should not survive on cafeteria food alone.

Bring a mini refrigerator for those late-night cravings. This will save you from overpaying at vending machines or at the nearby convenience store. * Ask Mom what laundry detergent she uses. Smells can trigger

powerful memories and emotions. Washing linens and clothing with the same detergent used at home can make school feel more familiar. * Don’t forget photos. Frame photos of friends and family members and place them around your area of the dorm room. This way you will have familiar faces smiling back at you when you need a little pick-meup.

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a successful shoot. Here are my suggestions on how to have a great Senior Portrait Session: What do I wear?

Since I shoot in the studio as well as outside in my “outdoor studio,” I tell my clients to bring a couple of different outfits for variety. I like to suggest a classic look for the in-studio head shot which is the close-up shot commonly used for the yearbook. For the girls I offer the time-honored formal black drape as an option. This black velvet vneck fabric is draped around the shoulders, and is a traditional look that parents and grandparents love. In some High Schools, it is a required shot for the yearbook, so check with your schools instructions just to be sure. For guys, the typical yearbook shot is shirt and tie, with or without a jacket. If you are not a tie guy, then at least wear a collared shirt for this shot.

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The outdoor or location shot is more casual, so all you need to remember is to keep it simple.

Jeans and a solid t-shirt, polo or dress shirt for the guys is a great look. Avoid stripes or patterns and yes, a black or white t-shirt is fine, if that’s your go-to look.

For girls, you can’t go wrong with a simple top and jeans, a pretty dress, or anything that reflects your sense of style. Remember girls, to give some thought to your undergarments to avoid the dreaded bra strap or panty lines showing. Shoes are also important and girls should always bring a few pairs of heels along with flats depending on your outfit choices. Guys should make sure dress shoes are scuff free and sneakers are fresh. Picking your outfits shouldn’t be a big project, but if you are struggling just ask someone for suggestions.

Try to avoid anything too trendy, and make sure everything is wrinkle free and brought in on hangers, not thrown into a duffle bag!

How do I look?

Hair, makeup and general hygiene is important. Guys should get a fresh haircut and should shave and wash their face about an hour before the shoot. Oily skin is always a problem this time of year so I always keep blotters on hand. Girls, if you are planning on a new cut, be sure to do it at least a week before. For your makeup, if you aren’t sure of how to apply correctly, spend a few dollars to have it professionally done that day. Don’t try any new looks or crazy makeup colors, and save the shimmer for prom night. Pressed powder is important for a matte finish and there is always a compact or two in the studio if you need to freshen up. If you plan to tan before your shoot, do so at least a week beforehand and don’t get burned. Be mindful of clothing tan lines, sunglass tan lines, etc. For both guys and girls, don’t forget to have clean or freshly manicured nails because dirty nails or

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Regarding eyeglasses in photos… If your friends wouldn’t recognize you without your glasses, you should wear them for your shoot. However, the glare from the glasses may detract from your eyes, so I suggest having your lenses removed from your frames or ask your eye doctor to loan you a pair of similar frames for the day. And remember, Visine is your friend so please use it if you have any redness!

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Funny that I need to mention this here, but I can’t tell you how hard it is to Photoshop food out from between teeth, and how many hours I actually spend doing just that! Yes, please brush and floss right before your session, and if your teeth are yellow, white strips a week before can really make a difference.

Also, practice smiling in the mirror so you can see what looks real and what looks fake. The best way to achieve a natural smile is to simply think about something that makes you happy!

Visualization of a joyful time in your life is the easiest way to evoke a smile so real that your eyes will twinkle in delight. It’s also a good way to calm yourself if you are a little nervous in front of the camera. Props, like a guitar if you play, or your football or cheerleading uniform, not only showcase your individuality, but having them there will also help you relax during the shoot. Just take a deep breath, smile with your eyes, be yourself and let the photographer do the rest.

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when weightlifting can cause serious injury that can sideline youngsters for the coming season, if not longer. So young athletes should always weight train in the presence of an adult and always work with a spotter to help them should they struggle to finish a repetition. * Don’t try to match your fellow athletes. The human body develops differently for everyone.

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Labor, was the first person to suggest a day to honor workers.

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In 1884, the first Monday in September was designated as Labor Day. The Central Labor Union encouraged similar organizations in other cities to follow New York’s example and hold their athletes if your body is uncomfortable performing a certain exercise. If you must endure substantial pain to perform a given exercise, then your body is likely telling you it simply isn’t ready for that exercise. Don’t force the body to do something just to keep up with your teammates. * Take a break. Even if you rested for most of summer, you still will need to rest when you begin getting ready for the upcoming athletic season. Take at least one day off per week to allow your body to recover and recharge.

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own holidays for workers on the same date. By 1885, Labor Day was celebrated in cities across the country. However, it was not yet considered an official, federal holiday, and many people fought to secure legislation.

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Farmers’ Market, Holland Patent Village Green, 9am

8/4-9/1 Utica Rome Speedway Dirt Racing, Vernon, 6, Sundays, 725-5709

The Littlest Pirate Marionette Show, Remsen Arts Center, 7

One Small Step for Prader Willi Syndrome, Sauquoit, Town of Paris park, 10am

Perry Peartree’s Bargain basement bag of insanity open mic nite, Utica, Tramontane café, 7

Utica Zoo’s 14th annual Brewfest, 6-9, 738-0471

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Hamilton International Film Festival Feature: Long Shot-The Kevin Laue Story, Hamilton Theater, 7

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DJ Sugarbear’s Ladies Nite Beach Blast, Sylvan Beach, The Crazy Clam, 9

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5th Annual Hamilton International Film Festival, Hamilton Movie theater, 824-2724

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8/1-11-Chatham Theater Co. “A Little Traveling Music”, Rome, Beeches Dinner Theater, 336-2336

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A Streetcar Named Desire, Old Forge, View, 7:30

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Monday Night Concert, Utica , Hanna Park, 6

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Hamilton International Film Festival Feature: The General, Hamilton Theater, 7, $5

Live music: Pam Swan, Colgate Inn, 1

Farmers’ Market, Whitesboro Village Green, 3

Free Theater Tour & Capitolfest Preview, Rome Capitol Theater, 3376453

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Hamilton Int’l Film Festival : Fight Like A Girl Boxing Clinic, Village Green, 11am & 1 $5

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Hamilton International Film Festival Closing Night Party, Colgate Inn, 9:30

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Perry Peartree’s Bargain basement bag of insanity open mic nite, Utica, Tramontane café, 7

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This is The Zodiac Speaking, New York Mills Public Library, 2

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Holland Patent Concerts on the Green, 7

Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Hamilton, Colgate Inn, 6

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Soul Injection, Frankfort, St. Francis Dipaola Society, 7

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Friday August 9

Monkey and the Crowbar, Little Falls, Rotary Park, 6:30

View Annual Gala Benefit: An Enchanted Evening, Old Forge, View, 5:30

Craft Night, Utica, Tramontane Café, 7

Enemy Down, Rome, The Savoy, 7

Live Performance: The Josie Waverly Band’s “My Gal Patsy”, Earlville Opera House, 3, $15, $ 20

Tuesday August 13

Rick Adams, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 6

Ruth Allen Memorial Run and Walk, Deansboro, 9am

Utica Zoomobile, Utica Public Library, 11am

Ustad Shafaat Khan & Friends (Indian Music), Clinton, KAC, 853-8871

Double Barrel Blues Band, Little Falls, Eastern Park, 6:30

8/13-18 Herkimer County Fair, Frankfort, Herkimer County Fairgrounds, 3

Showtime, Rome, The Beeches, 5

Time Trooper, Vernon, Nothin’ Fancy Café, 9

Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9am

Saranac Thursday, Utica, Varick St., 6

KISS, Turning Stone, 8

Bingo, Utica, Holy Trinity School, 6:15

Concert in the Park: Mike DuFresne, Hamilton Village Green, 6:30

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Village of Yorkville Summer Concert, Frank Robak Park, 6:30 The Beach Boys, Turning Stone Resort, 8 Lost Forts of the Oneida Carry, Utica, Oneida County Historical Society, 7 Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am Joey Thomas Big Band, Frankfort, St. Francis Dipaola Society, 7 Artist Reception: Toshia Hance-Art & Photography, Clinton, KAC, 6 Video DJ Distortion on the Big Screen, Utica, Sickenberger Lane, 8 DJ Sugarbear’s Ladies Nite Beach Blast, Sylvan Beach, The Crazy Clam, 9 Karaoke Night w/Sound Investment, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 9 Master DJ Sho’Nuff, Utica, Sicken-

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Perry Peartree’s Bargain basement bag of insanity open mic nite, Utica, Tramontane café, 7

Louie Baldanza, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 6

Jewell Trio Concert, Blossvale, Vienna Methodist Church, 3

Bobby Vinton, Turning Stone, 8 Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Department, 7 I Am the Adirondacks, Old Forge, View, 7:30

Monday August 19 Live Music: Midnight Mike, Colgate Inn, 6

8/14 -15 Farmers’ Market, Utica, Chancellor Park, 8am

Opening Reception: 32nd Annual Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors, Old Forge, View, 5

Thursday August 15

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Music Workshop & Demonstration: Fiddle Styles from Louisiana to Nova Scotia, Hamilton Village Green, 6:30

Wednesday August 21

Concert in the Park: Cincinnati Creek, Hamilton Village Green, 7

Farmers’ Market, Utica, Chancellor Park, 8am

Village of Yorkville Summer Concert, Frank Robak Park, 6:30

Colonial Kids: Native American Games, Little Falls, Herkimer Home, 10am

Clinton Farmers’ Market, Village Green, 10am

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Rick Alviti-Tribute to Elvis, Verona, Turning Stone, 361-7711

Farmers’ Market, Whitesboro Village Green, 3

New York Mills Concert in the Park, Pulaski Park, 7

Whitesboro Concert in the Park, Whitesboro Village Park, 6:30

Ted Nugent, Turning Stone Resort, 8

Farmers’ Market, Herkimer ARC, 1

Zumba, Val Bialis Ski Center, 6:45

Louie Baldanza, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 6

Saranac Thursday, Utica, Varick St, 6

Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am

Farmers’ Market, Hamilton Village Green, 8-1

Utica Zoomobile, Clinton, Kirkland Farmers’ Market, Utica Union Station, Town Library, 10:30am 9am Summer Family Film Festival: The Lion King, Hamilton Movie Theater, 10am Bingo, Utica, Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 6:15 Summer Fun Run, Hamilton Village Farmers’ Market, Holland Patent Vil- Green, 1 mile & 5K, 6 lage Green, 9am Kick it with the Raiders, Colgate SocChildren’s Museum Sumer Program, cer fields, play games & take photos with Colgate’s men’s & women’s Utica, 9:15am soccer teams, 6-7:30 Martini Dance Party w/Master DJ Louie Baldanza, New Hartford, Sho’Nuff, Utica, Stievfater Room, 9 Cavallo’;s 6 House Tour By Boat, Old Forge Whitesboro Concert in the Park, Lakefront, 10am 6:30 39th Annual Antique Car Show, Sylvan Beach Village Park, 11, 762-5212 Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Department, 7

Live Music: Colgate Inn, 1

Sunday August 18

Silver Scorcher 10K & 5K, Sherrill, www.sherrillny.org/recreation/sherrillparkfestival/

Farmers’ Market, Westmoreland, Seymour’s Diner, 9am

& Breakfast, $30 per sleuth, $50 per couple, 339-2545 8/16,17 Chenango Blues Festival in Norwich, 607-334-5653 Friday Night Cruise-In, Rome, St Johns Church, 6 8/16-8/18 NYS Woodmen’s Field Days, Boonville, Oneida County Fairgrounds, 8am, 942-4593 Saturday August 17 Orleans & Friends, Utica, MWPAI, 797-8260

Adirondacks National Exhibition, Old Forge, View, 10:30am

Youth Artist Festival, Old Forge, McCauley Mountain, 10am

De Temps Autan-Virtuoso French Celtic, Earlville Opera House, 8, 691-3550

Master DJ Sho’Nuff, Utica, Stiefvater Room Martini Bar, 9

8/17,18 Psychic Fair Weekend, Rome,

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Songs For A New World, Old Forge, View, 2 Meet the Artist: Mastodon Madness, Remsen Arts Center, 4 Heartbeat Duo, Woodgate, White lake Inn, 5:30

Thursday August 22 Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am Farmers’ Market, Clinton village green, 10am Saranac Thursday: The Bomb, Utica, FX Matt Brewery, 6 Hamilton Book & Movie Club: A River Runs Through It, Screening at the Hamilton Movie theater followed

Saranac Thursday, Utica, Fx Matt Brewery, 6 Village of Yorkville Summer Concert, Whitestown Vets Club, 6:30

by discussion at the Colgate Bookstore, ($17 book/movie/dinner), ($9 Movie/dinner), 228-6944 Village of Yorkville Summer Concert, Frank Robak Park, 6:30

DJ Sugarbear’s Ladies Nite Beach Blast, Sylvan Beach, The Crazy Clam, 9

DJ Sugarbear’s Ladies Nite Beach Blast, Sylvan Beach, The Crazy Clam, 9 Karaoke night w/ Sound Investment DJ, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 9

marathon &10k (8am on 25), & 5k road race (5pm on 24), 800-7717711

Master DJ Sho’Nuff, Utica, Sickenberger Lane, 9

SundayAugust 25

Friday August 23 Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am Friday Night Cruise In, Rome, St. Johns Church, 6

Karaoke Night with Sound Investment, New Hartford, The Killabrew Saloon, 8

Farmers’ Market, Westmoreland, Seymour’s Diner, 9am

Wednesday August 28

Science Sundays: Treasure Hunt, Little Falls, Herkimer Home, 1

Farmers’ Market, Utica, Chancellor Park, 8am

David Sisco in Concert, Blossvale, Vienna Methodist Church, 3

Complimentary Beer Tasting, Featuring Lk Placid Brewery, Colgate Inn, 5

Perry Peartree’s Bargain basement bag of insanity open mic nite, Utica, Tramontane café, 7

Saturday August 24

Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am

Motorfest, Vernon Downs, 9-4, 7689500 Farmers’ Market, Hamilton Village Green, 8-1

Karaoke Night w/Sound investment DJ, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 9

Broad Street, 5, 24-3074

Master DJ Sho’Nuff, Utica, Sickenberger Lane, 9 Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am

Friday August 30

Colonial Kids: Man’s Use of the Mohawk Valley, Little Falls, Herkimer Home, 10am NB3 Foundation Golf Challenge, Atyunyoye Golf Club at Turning Stone, 11am

Adirondack Scenic Railroad Wine & Beer Train, Utica Union Station, 6:30, 800-819-2291 8/30-9/1 Bridgeport Fireman’s Field Days Complimentary Wine Tasting (featuring Owera Vineyards), Colgate Inn, 5 Live Music: Hamilton, Colgate Inn, 6

Louie Baldanza, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 6

8/31 Eilen Jewell-Honky Tonk Americana Blues, Earlville Opera House, 8, 691-3550 Friday Night Cruise-In, Rome, St. Johns Church, 6

Live Music, Colgate Inn, 1 Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Elizabeth Cummings Monroe, Broad Street Gallery, 6-8

Saturday August 31

Farmers’ Market, Little Falls, Main St., 8am

Farmers’ Market, Little Falls, Main St., 8am

Farmers’ Market, Utica Union Station, 9am

Farmers’ Market, Utica’s Union Train Station, 9am

5K Run/Walk, Inlet, the Ole Barn, 9am

Farmers’ Market, Holland Patent Village Green, 9am

Farmers’ Market, Holland patent Village Green, 9am Expressions Talent Competition, Clinton, The Academy of Performing and Creative Arts, 11am

Farmers’ Market, Hamilton Village Green, 8-1 Two of the smiling faces you will be greeted by at Sisters Bistro in Old Forge.

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Bingo, Utica, Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 6:15 8/24,25 Menopause: The Musical, Utica, The Stanley, 7 Karen Savoca & Pete Heitzman, Inlet, Arrowhead Park, 7 DJ/VJ Karaoke Dance Party w/Sound Investment, Alder Creek, Kratzy’s Bar & Grill, 8 Clinton Art & Music Festival, Village Green, 10-9, 853-1735, www.artandmusicfest.com Camden Summer Farm Festival, Route 13, 1-8:30, 245-5000 8/24,25 Civil War Encampment, Rome, Erie Canal Village, 337-3999 8/24,25 Turning Stone Races, half

Monday August 26 Farmers’ Market, Herkimer ARC, 1 Farmers’ Market, Whitesboro Village Green, 3 Doubt, A Parable, Old Forge, View, 7:30 Tuesday August 27 Zumba, Utica, Val Bialis Ski Center, 6:45 New York Mills Concert in the Park, Pulaski Park, 7 Hamilton’s Cruisin’, Hamilton, East

Summer Fun Run, Hamilton, 1 mile & 5k, Hamilton Village Green, 6 Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 6 Whitesboro Concert in the Park, 6:30 Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Department, 7 Thursday August 29 Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am Farmers’ Market, Clinton Village Green, 10am

Live Music: Colgate Inn, 1 Live Performance: Eilen Jewell Band, Earlville Opera House, 8, $13, $23 Children’s Museum Summer Program, Utica, 9:15am 8/31,9/1 Old Forge Plein Air Paint Out Preview Cocktail Party, Old Forge, View, 5:30 Bingo, Utica, Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 6:15am Cosby Gibson, Inlet, Arrowhead Park, 7 Hallowed Ground, Little Falls, Herkimer Home, 7:30 Martini Dance Party with Master DJ Sho’Nuff, Utica, Stiefvater Room Martini Bar, 9

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