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Nichols Old Home Day Parade Held on Labor Day
Michael Bolton preformed for a crowd of over 4,000 fans this past Labor Day weekend at Tioga Downs in Nichols.
Register Now for Leadership Tioga The Tioga County Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the Leadership Tioga Class for 2014. The kick off for this years’ program begins on September 10 with an all day session at Turkey Trot Acres in Candor. Leadership Tioga enlists candidates who live or work in Tioga County. Leadership Tioga is an inspiring program where you will learn new things about Tioga County and develop leadership skills. The goal is to develop individuals for future leadership roles in the county. There is a $400 fee for the class and an attendance requirement. The program consists of half-day sessions with several full day meetings. Classes are held in various locations in Tioga County to offer participants an opportunity to experience the flavor of
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the county. Presentations are made on various subjects such as: Education, Human Services, Tourism, Arts and Culture, Agriculture, Volunteerism and “Vision for Tioga County. – Your Leadership Role.” On occasion, Leadership Tioga meets with leadership programs from surrounding counties for combined meetings to network and share ideas. The Skill Building Session helps identify and improve leadership skills. The Tioga County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to lead this initiative to develop enthusiastic, well-informed leaders who are committed to making positive contributions to the community. For an application packet or more information contact the chamber at (607) 687-2020 or send an e-mail to info@tiogachamber.com.
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Ornament features Fireman's Memorial
The second in a series of Owego Kiwanis Ornament which feature Owego scenes is now available. The 2013 ornament features the Fireman's Memorial Statue which sits atop the Baker Memorial Fountain in courthouse square in downtown Owego. The fountain and statue were given to the village in 1914 by Frank Baker in memory of his son, former fire chief George H. Baker. In July 2000, the fountain was re-dedicated after it was repaired and restored. The ornament can be purchased
through Kiwanis Club members, VanHorn Jewelers on Lake Street, Community Bank (Owego Office), and Tioga State Bank (Fifth Avenue Office) in Owego. The ornament costs $20 which includes a display case. All profits are returned to help the children of the community. VanHorn Jewelers has offered to include, at no charge, name and date engraving if desired. Hurry, the ornaments won't last long!
Author to Discuss Ahwaga Hotel Town of Owego historian Emma Sedore will discuss her newest book, Gone, But Not Forgotten: A History Tioga County's
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of the Ahwaga Hotel on Saturday, September 7, at 1:00 pm at the Tioga County Historical Museum in Owego. Included in this presentation are personal stories of those who lived and worked in the Ahwaga Hotel which was located on Front Street in Owego (where the M&T parking lot is now). The hotel was demolished in 1959. The museum is at 110 Front Street in Owego. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. For more information, contact the Tioga County Historical Society at 607-687-2460 or museum@tiogahistory.org.
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LOST DOG MISSING, from Southside Owego: Casey, an 11-year-old, 18 pound, spayed female Schipperke wandered away from her Montrose Turnpike home on the morning of August 22. She was last seen about 7pm crossing Holmes Rd on the dirt section at the top of the hill heading north into the woods.
If you see a dog that resembles a tiny black bear, please call 687-5271 or 6873089. Don't try to chase her, but if she'll come to you of her own accord, please confine her and call us. The local vets and animal control have been notified. Please keep an eye out for the dog, her elderly owner is devastated.
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Apalachin Lions Club News • BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAM The Apalachin Lions Club has conducted a Back to School program for the last 24 years. In cooperation with the Vestal Target, $70 gift certificates were given out to help defray some of the cost of getting children equipped for school. Ninety children benefited from this program. • HIGHWAY CLEAN UP Would you like to help clean up Apalachin? The Apalachin Lions club is looking for help with the clean up of Route 434 on Saturday, October 12, at 9:00 am. The clean up crew will meet at BEAM Electronics on Route 434. The amount of time normally spent is approximately two hours to pick up trash on a three-mile stretch of Route 434 in Apalachin. Please bring gloves, and dress for the weather, all clean up
supplies will be furnished. For more information or questions, call Lion Vince Hawley at 625-2365. • PEACE POSTER CONTEST The Apalachin Lions Club is sponsoring a Peace Poster Contest in two local schools in conjunction with the 26th Annual Lions International Peace Post Contest. The theme is "Our World, Our Future." Student’s ages 11 through 13 are eligible to participate. Students select a medium as outlined in the contest rules and draw, paint, or sketch their interpretation of the theme. The deadline is October 8. The contact person at the local schools are: Jolene Williams at Owego Apalachin Middle School, and Leigh Kaminsky at the Vestal Middle School.
Rotary Craft Fair - November 17 The Owego Rotary Club will hold its 5th annual Arts and Crafts Fair on Sunday, November 17, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Owego Elks Lodge, 223 Front Street in Owego. This event is free and open to the public. This year’s fair will feature a wide array of fine arts and crafts to include jewelry, wood carvings, paintings, and much more. Owego artist Bob Merwin will offer for sale several of his original paintings. A variety of home baked goods will also be available on a freewill donation basis. Visit www.owegorotary.org for up-to-date information about the fair.
There are still a few openings for artisans interested in participating in the fair. Interested artists and crafters should contact Rotarian Wendy Deis by calling (607) 223-4487. All proceeds received by Owego Rotary will be donated to the Rotary Polio Plus campaign. Polio Plus, established in 1985, is the most ambitious program in Rotary’s history. This initiative is an aggressive publicprivate partnership which assists international health agencies and governments in eradicating polio from the world.
Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, I was very leery of the Clean Indoor Air Act when it was first made law. Now I am a huge fan of the law! The negative impact of smoke in a restaurant is gone! Cleaner smell, walls and fur-
nishings. WOW! Even the food smells and tastes better. Thanks for cleaning up my act with the Clean Indoor Air Act!! Sincerely, Thomas J Bailey, Apalachin
"Harvey" to be Performed in Owego The comedy "Harvey," will be performed by the Ti-Ahwaga Players in Owego on October 4, 5, 6, October 11, 12, 13, and October 18, 19, 20. "Harvey" by Mary Chase is a charming and uplifting comedy about one of theater’s most lovable characters, Elwood P. Dowd, and his steadfast friendship with a six-foot-three-and-ahalf-inches-tall, invisible white rabbit named Harvey. Elwood introduces Harvey to everyone he meets, which embarrasses his social-climbing sister, Veta, who tries to have him committed to a sanitarium. A comedy of errors ensues, though, when Veta is accidentally committed instead.
Performances of "Harvey" will take place at 8:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and at 2:00 pm on Sundays. General admission is $18; Fridays, students with IDs, $10; and Sundays, seniors (60+), $15. The Ti-Ahwaga Community Players, Inc. is a non-profit community theater organization and the players have staged at least one show a year since 1959. The Ti-Ahwaga Performing Arts Center is at 42 Delphine Street in Owego. The center seats 156 people in the cabaret-style theatre at tables for two or four. For tickets, call (607) 687-2130, or go to www.tiahwaga.com.
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On August 3, 2013, the Tioga County Tourism Office hosted the 11th Annual Bike Tioga, an event designed to promote healthy living while displaying the county’s natural beauty and local businesses. Bike Tioga is not a race; riders were encouraged to stop along the way and take their time. Picnic lunches and local farms have been popular stops in the past, and the event has always emphasized a relaxed, fun environment. This year’s rides were 25, 40, 63, and 104 miles with various elevations through flat and hilly countryside. The longest route, “Cornell Farms Ride,” circled up to the Cornell Plantations and Farms on Daisy Hollow Road and returned via Irish Settlement Road. After cycling 104 miles, participants received an official Tioga Tourism certificate commemorating their physical fitness
achievement. “The event attracted many visitors to the area,” said Emily VanScoy, the Americorps service member who coordinated the event with Tioga Tourism. “Out of 115 participants, 79 cyclists were from outside Tioga County and 14 were out of state.” Cyclists commented on the natural beauty of the county, which was made even better by the cooperative weather. Beautiful clear skies with just the right amount of wind— enough to keep cyclists cool, but not enough to make the ride more difficult—gave the whole day an exciting air. The participants also took advantage of the Body Lab massage therapists who were on-site. The free 10-minute massages were an especially big hit with the 104-mile riders.
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Tioga Acting Guild Helps Charities Starting October –3rd week of the month stop in for more details and other dates
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Lawnmowers, Small Engines - Repaired Alternators, Starters, Generators, Motors - Rebuilt Tioga Acting Guild (TAG) recently held another dinner theater event, “I Hate Shakespeare”, by Steph DeFerie, in which Catholic Charities’ Food Pantry was the designated charity. TAG was able to donate $300 to the local food pantry program. Audience members brought nonperishable food items to add to the donation. In addition, TAG was able to donate extra food from the dinner to the Open Door Mission’s men’s shelter. TAG is a community minded, not -for-profit corporation which brings
affordable, live dinner theaters to the community and helps out local charities. TAG would like to thank all who made their donation possible; the patrons who attended, their sponsors, and the media which helped get the word out. TAG’s next show is slated for November 16 and 17 in which they will present “Every Christmas Story Ever Told, and Then Some” to help everyone get in the Christmas spirit. For more details, visit TAG's website www.tiogaactingguild.com
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From the OA Foundation for Excellence in Education by Janey Sargent, President
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Nursery School Accepting Applications Park Terrace Nursery School is accepting applications for their 20132014 preschool programs. The school is at 30 Glann Road in Apalachin. The school has programs for: Children age 3, there is a two day a week program. Children must be 3 years of age by
December 1. Children age 4-5, there is a three day or a five day a week program. All programs are 9:00-11:30. The school year begins September 12, 2013, and ends June 6, 2014. Call the school at 625-4134 for more information.
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Millville Mutual now writes homeowners in New York The OA Foundation for Excellence in Education was established in the spring of 1997. We are a community wide, independent, not-for-profit organization. The Foundation’s mission is to enhance the education of the students within the Owego Apalachin District boundaries, public and non-public, by providing private funding and stimulating community support for innovative and challenging programs. On May 1, 2013, the Foundation sponsored its Annual Grant Awards reception, hosted this year by Owego Free Academy School. The 21 grant recipients were awarded a combined total of $9,908.90. I’m excited to report that we now have given back to the community $105,224.36 in grants alone! This year’s grants will help educators and directors from several organizations within the district implement innovative programs for our children. Grants were awarded broaden musical horizons with instruments and composition; to supply telescopes for the astronomy club, and hands on science learning experiences in the primary grades. Grants were awarded for storytelling opportunities, genre studies, and technology connections in English Language Arts. We also awarded grants for a community gardening, child friendly nutrition and plyometric programs, and character education programs. In 2002 we started a scholarship program for graduating seniors continuing their education in a youth oriented field. In 2004 the Marzo family asked us to be trustees to a scholarship in memory of Joseph N. Marzo. As of this May we will have given out 43 scholarships in the past eight years for a total of $21,500. We have also given special donations of $3,000 in $1,000 increments to the OACSD Pool, the OFA/OAMS school sign and the Owego Elks Club for flood relief. Just under $130,000 back to the Owego and Apalachin communities! Over the past 12 years it has been rewarding to see the community unite to bring innovative programs to our children. We would like to thank those individuals, organizations and businesses that have made our mission possible. I’d also like to thank all those who have worked so tirelessly for the
Foundation. We look forward to continuing to achieve our goals with the support of the community. Please visit our website www.OAFoundation.com for more information.
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Soup & Salad Supper - September 21 A "Soup & Salad Supper will be held on Saturday, September 21, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm, at the First
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Ski Club Kicks Off Its First Meeting
United Methodist Church, Main Street, Newark Valley. Takeout is available. Free will donation.
Wheels Roadhouse is reopening for booking of your next party! Retirements, Reunions, Birthdays, Anniversary, Showers, Holidays etc. We will cater or rent
Call for details 607-761-7290 Available beginning September 21st!
October 5th www.TracisHope.com Register 10:30am-noon ride leaves at noon. Starts at Wheels Roadhouse/ Hiawatha Motorcycle $15 rider, $10 passenger, all proceeds to Traci’s Hope
Triple Cities Ski Club members on a trip to Banff, Alberta, Canada
The Triple Cities Ski Club meets at Brothers 2, 2901 Watson Blvd in Endwell, on the first Thursday of the month. Pizza is served at 7:00 pm, and the meeting starts at 7:30 pm. Guest speakers for the meeting on
September 5 will be the new owners of Greek Peak, John Meier and Marc Stemerman. Ski trips for the year include Windham, NY; Killington, VT; Smuggler’s Notch/Stowe, VT; and Aspen, CO. Social events take place year round. Membership is only $10. For more information, visit www.tcscweb.com
Runners Wanted for Lions' 5K Run/Walk The Apalachin Lions Club is hosting its 2nd Annual Lion 5 K Walk/ Run on October 19, 2013. It will be held at the Apalachin Fireman’s Field Day Grounds at 10:00 am sharp with registration opening up at 9:00 am. The race will help to benefit the Apalachin Lions Club Activities Fund, with all proceeds going back into the Apalachin/Little Meadows Communities. The entry fee for this is event is $20.00 (pre-registration and includes an official race T-shirt) and $25.00 (day of the race, with limited Tshirts available); also a small snack will be available after the race. Prizes will be awarded to the Over winner, Top Male, Top Female, and several different ago brackets. There will also be a Kids Fun Run during the race. Door prizes will be available to these who runner in the 5K from many of our sponsors after the race. For more information, visit the Apalachin Lions Club website at www.apalachinlions5K.com or Twitter - @ApalachinLion5K and Facebook2nd Annual Apalachin Lion 5K, or email Lion Jake Brown at wmjbrown@gmail.com
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A Rummage Sale will be held on September 27, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm; and September 28 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Avenue in Apalachin. All types of items from kitchen, household, furniture, men's, ladies, boy's, girls, & baby's clothing, outer wear, footwear, and much more. From Route 17, take Apalachin Exit 66 to Route 434 West to Pennsylvania Avenue. The church is on the left, across from the fire station.
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Owner of Tioga Downs Casino Donates to Veterans Group
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Culinary Gadgets • Gluten-Free Mixes Local Foods • Internet Café • Specialty Baking Monday, September 9 Fall Cupcakes 6-9 pm Cupcakes for fall! Chocolate Raspberry, Orange Dreamsicle, & Zucchini . Take a dozen home! $19.00 pp+ tax. Friday September 13 Pasta 6-9pm We will make all the pasta from scratch, just like your Nonni used to do. Ricotta Gnocchi, Crab Ravioli, Carrot Fettuccine. $29.00 per person + tax. Monday September 16 Canning with Pam 6-9pm Learn how to can by making fresh Grape Jelly, Corn Relish, and Apple Sauce. Tonight you will take home a jar of each. $29.00 pp + tax. Friday September 20 Korean 6-9pm Come join me for one of my favorite cuisines, healthy and tasty. We start with Mandoo (dumplings), Chap Chae (cellophane noodles), Bulgogi (marinated beef), fresh Asian pears for dessert. $39.00 pp+tax. Saturday September 21 Lebanese 6-9pm Since I am half Lebanese, you will join me for my favorites. Hummus with Pita bread, Stuffed Squash, Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken, Tabbouli, and Baklava for dessert. $39.00 pp + tax. Monday September 23 Sweet Crepes 6-8pm Tonight we are concentrating on learning to make a great sweet crepe. Mix the batter, cook the crepe, flip, finish cooking and sauce it. Special pricing at $14.95 pp + tax. Wednesday September 25 Knife Skills 6-9pm Good cooks know how to use knives, practice the skill. We will prepare fresh Salsa, Vegetable Stir Fry, and a fruit tart for dessert. $29.00pp + tax. Friday September 27 Paella 6-9pm Paella is one of the World's Seven Wonders of the Food World. From Spain, we are making up a big batch of Paella tonight, rice, chicken, shrimp, sausage, tomatoes all cooked together in a saffron infused broth. Ensalata Mixta (Mixed Salad) along with some fresh fruit for dessert round out the meal. $39.00 pp +tax Saturday September 28 Working with Phyllo Dough 6-9pm Come learn how to work with this marvelous dough. Starting with a Tomato, Goat Cheese, and Onion Phyllo Tart, then Individual Spanakopitas, we will finish with Almond Fingers, all using Phyllo! $29.00pp + tax. Monday September 30 All New Tuscan 6-9pm Check out this all new Italian menu, you will be inspired to cook it at home! Tuscan Chicken, Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Cipolline Onions, Almond & Anise Biscotti $39.00pp + tax
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Jeff Gural, Owner of Tioga Downs Casino, personally donated $10 for every ticket sold for the Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan Concert which was held on August 29, 2013. All proceeds were donated to the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group. The tickets cost $10, and with Gural personally donating $10 per ticket, $20 was donated for every ticket sold.
Last year’s Oak Ridge Boys concert raised over $78,000 and in 2011 the Wynonna concert raised over $65,000. Tioga Downs Casino is open yearround with video gaming machines, simulcast horse racing, restaurants, a sports bar and special entertainment events. It is located along the north side of NY Route 17/ I-86, two miles west of exit 62 in Nichols, NY.
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Lauren Castellucci, daughter of Don and Viki Castellucci of Apalachin, recently graduated from Seton Catholic Central, and finished her softball career on a high note. She is pictured above hitting a two run home run in the State Regional
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Finals. Lauren was named to the STAC All Division Team, and Second Team NYS Class C second baseman. She is attending Marywood University and pursuing a degree in Nutrition/Dietetics.
Larson Design Group a "Hot Firm" Larson Design Group (LDG), an engineering, surveying, and brand architecture firm which opened an office on Route 434 in Apalachin in 2012, was recently recognized as a Hot Firm by The Zweig Letter, a nationally recognized industry publication. In an industry comprised of over 100,000 firms, Larson Design Group’s placement on the list means it’s one of the 100 fastest-growing A/E firms in the nation, and has thrived at a time when
many have struggled. Recognition as a Hot Firm is based on percentage revenue growth and dollar revenue growth over a three-year period as compared to the other entrants. Headquartered in Williamsport, recent years have seen tremendous growth for LDG. With new offices in San Antonio, TX; Pittsburgh, PA; and Morgantown, WV, LDG now has ten offices in four states and over 260 employees.
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VOTE Greg Champaign Town of Owego Highway Superintendent WHY? A proven track record: 38 years Public Service Experience 12 years as a Department Head, retired in 2008 Works with the NYS DOT in the design and completion of the total reconstruction project of Routes 17c and 26 in the Village of Endicott and Town of Union Initiates infrastructure renovation and replacement programs—all at no cost to Village or Town Taxpayers! WHY? Because I believe an elected official should be: Accountable for job performance Accessible to the people they serve and available to address their concerns If you believe its time for a change then put me, Greg Champaign to work for you as your next Town of Owego Highway Superintendent! Thank you all for your support Greg Champaign
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Tioga County Veterans News 24-HOUR POW/MIA VIGIL September 21 - 22, 2013 The 2013 National POW/MIA Recognition Day as designated by Congress is Friday, September 20, 2013. Tioga County's 24-hour POW/ MIA Vigil will be from 3:00 pm, Saturday, September 21, to 3:00 pm, Sunday, September 22, at the Tioga County Veterans Memorial in Owego. Tioga County POW/MIA Committee Co Chairs Adjutant and 3rd Vice Commander Tom Simons and Commander Ed Bidwell from Owego American Legion Post 401 invite the public and veterans to visit anytime during the vigil to pay respects. America's POW/MIAs should be honored and recognized with the focus on the need to account as fully as possible for those still missing, alive or dead. Eleven Tioga County veterans details will participate in the 24-hour POW/MIA Vigil. Opening ceremony will be by Owego American Legion Post 401, Vigil details by Owego VFW Post 1371, Ladies Auxiliary and Men's Auxiliary. Owego Legion Post 401 Sons of American Legion. Candor
A MESSAGE FROM ADAM SCHUMACHER, Candidate for Tioga County District Attorney I am a lifelong resident of Tioga County, having returned to the area in 1991 after graduation from college and law school. I have worked hard and utilized my knowledge, continuously serving our community through my employment at the District Attorney’s Office in addition to running my private practice in Owego. I have learned first-hand what is important to the citizens of our County. Through community involvement, I have represented many people in various situations requiring my legal expertise. I have developed a reputation as being honest, firm, and fair. In 2012, Jerry Keene was elected Tioga County Court Judge, leaving a vacancy at the District Attorney’s Office. Since that time, I have worked part time as the 1st Assistant District Attorney, building upon twelve years’ experience as an Assistant District Attorney. In March of this year, I announced my candidacy for District Attorney, and now I am asking for your support in the upcoming primary election! I could provide you with an extensive list of my supporters and friends as many politicians do at election time. However, I encourage you to talk to the multitude of people throughout the county who have interacted with me over the years to learn more about my character and qualifications. I believe this is the most accurate measure of my capacity to serve in this important position. I never quit in the middle of a job I accepted. I’ve never resigned because something better came along. You can count on me to fulfill my obligations as your District Attorney. Be assured that as your next County District Attorney, I will only involve myself in activities as outlined in the guidelines set forth by the District Attorneys Association of the State of New York handbook, “The Right Thing,” Ethical Guidelines for Prosecutors, 2012. Activities which are described as “reasonable and ethical, and are consistent with the impartiality of the District Attorney’s office,” and which “also help District Attorneys maintain a sense of public confidence in the non-partisan nature of the District Attorney’s office.” With your support, I hope to become your County District Attorney. Please remember to vote in the Primary Election on Tuesday, September 10th. Thank you!
Legion Post 907. Tioga County Marine Corps League. Nichols Legion Post 1624. Waverly VFW Post 8104. Waverly Post 492. Closing ceremony by Owego Vietnam Veterans Chapter 480. Families of veterans are asked to identify deceased veterans who were POWs and MIAs and veterans still living who were POWs for the vigil ceremony and for a Tioga County POW/MIA Tribute Plaque. This POW/MIA information has to be redone since it was lost in the September 2011 flood. Email contact information to VFW Post 1371 Memorial Day Chairman jraftis2@stny.rr.com. GOLD STAR MOTHERS DAY SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 In 1936, Congress designated the last Sunday in September as "Gold Star Mother's Day." On this day, we honor the mothers and families of fallen service members. In the 2012 Presidential Proclamation for Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, President Obama stated, "As a grateful Nation honors our fallen service members, so do we honor the families who keep their memory burning bright. … as fellow Americans, we must lend our strength to those families who have given so much for our country. Their burdens are ones that no one should have to bear alone, and it is up to all of us to live our lives in a way worthy of their sacrifice." The term "gold star mother" dates back to World War I and refers to the service banner that was displayed in the window of the service member's home - the banner had a blue star for a family member who was in service, and a gold star for one who was killed.
From the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce
Tioga Business Show on October 10 The Tioga County Chamber of Commerce invites the community to join them as they host their Annual Business Show, Tioga Business 2013! The event will be held on Thursday, October 10, at the Owego Treadway Inn and Conference Center. The show opens at 9:30 am and ends at 4:00 pm. The Opening Ceremony will take place at 10:00 am, hosted by the underwriter sponsor, Tioga State Bank. The ceremony will be followed by a Ribbon Cutting. Community leaders and elected officials are invited to join in and express their pride in local businesses. The theme of the show this year is “Game On.” Be sure to stop in and see what clever booths and ideas businesses come up with. New businesses are participating this year along with many others who have been with the show since the first one in 1999. Several restaurants will offer food samples throughout the day, and Mister Koffee will be there to serve up the best blend in the area. This event is open to the public and tickets may be purchased at the Chamber for $1 until October 3. Tickets may also be purchased at the door for $2. Businesses interested in participating should contact the chamber at 687-2020.
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St. Pat's Fall Festival - Sept. 19 & 20 St. Patrick School’s annual Fall Festival will be held on Friday, September 19, and Saturday, September 20, at the school’s parking lot, 309 Front Street in Owego. This year, festival visitors will be treated to a variety of new and old favorites in children’s games, entertainment, and overall family fun for all ages. The festival opens Friday at 5:00 pm with children’s games in Leprechaun Land. A toddler area and new games will be among the classics including a six-hole mini golf course with minitournaments announced throughout the weekend. Children playing games receive “Paddy Bucks” for their efforts, which can be redeemed for stuffed animals and trinkets at the prize tent. Hungry festival-goers can enjoy the fare of Dad’s Diner, Paddy’s Pub, and Shamrock Café. Shoppers can browse Buy the Book, Irish Alley Treasures, and The Halloween Boo-tique. The traditional luminary ceremony begins at 7:00 pm, and luminaries may be purchased ahead of time at the school for $6.00 each or three for $15.00. The all-ages, live entertainment starts at 5:00 pm, with student singers, performers and guitar players from the Young School of Music. A double-bill performance begins at 7:15 pm with Ithaca’s own The Blind Spots taking the stage followed by The Gunpoets at 8:30 pm. The Blind Spots are a five-piece rock band sighting the influences of John Lennon, Wilco, The Police, The Doors, and Jack White just to name a few. The Gunpoets’ sound is a mix of
hip-hop with pop, rock, soul, and funk. Both bands have huge followings, packing large venues wherever they go. Saturday is a full day of family fun and entertainment starting at 11:00 am with the Ross Park Zoo Mobile. At 2:00 pm, the inaugural dog show and parade will take place with one lucky canine to be selected “Best in Show” and win a prize. At 3:00 pm, Will Stafford, Juggler Extraordinaire will entertain and mesmerize the crowds. A magic show will begin at 4:00 pm. Throughout the afternoon, local groups will put on demonstrations, and the ever-popular cake walk will run along with a new “steak walk” to take place after evening Mass. The day wraps up once again with a free all-ages lineup of music beginning with Owego’s own Daphne Braden at 5:30 pm, followed by the jazz, funk, blues and soul of Ultra Vibe at 7:00 pm, and capping off the weekend will be Owego Free Academy’s Making the Band at 8:30 pm Also throughout the weekend will be home-based business vendors and crafters displaying their products. There is limited space still available to participate. To rent a table, contact Sarah Hogan at (607) 972-1627. All games, shopping and food purchases are ticket-based, and tickets can be purchased at the central ticket booth. The live entertainment is free and welcome to all ages. For the latest details of the, visit www.stpatrickowego.org or call (607) 687-1770.
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A Soap Making class with Kathy Brennan will be held on Saturday, September 14, from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Bement-Billings Homestead Farmstead Museum Welcome Center, 9241 State Rt. 38 in Newark Valley. Participants will make soap, and go home with fifteen bars of wonderful homemade soap and a thorough understanding of how to turn clarified fat into soap, its history and potential additives. . Soap, that product that we all take for granted, has quite an interesting history. It was discovered accidentally centuries ago by the civilizations who believed in sacrifices! Over the centuries, mankind has improved upon the technique until we now have the fine quality of homemade soap today. At one time people were even considered to be witches if found with soap. Other times, it be-
came so rare that the soap "alternative", detergent, was invented. Nineteen years ago, Kathy Brennan started Berkshire Hill Soap Works by researching the history and process of soap making to demonstrate for the Newark Valley Historical Society's Apple Festival, other festivals, shows and demonstrations. One can find the Berkshire Hills soap in a number of stores and by ordering soap and soap making supplies on-line. Visit at: www.hstrialberkshirehillsso.homestead.com/ index.html The cost is $35.00/$32 NVHS members. Scholarships available. Participants must pre-register by September 7. Call Leslie at 642-5412 for list of equipment needed. Make checks to Newark Valley Historical Society. www.nvhistory.org
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From Senator Tom Libous BU's East Campus Comes to Life Endicott dorms. In total, the new facilities provide 3,000 new beds for students. This completes the final phase of the $375 million dollar project which has helped support an estimated 6,313 local jobs and over the last 10 years, had a massive $580 million impact on the Eight dorms in all, Newing and Dickinson local economy. Communities add an exciting sense of “Binghamton community to the campus. (photo: tomlibous.com) University continues to lead our community in On August15, Senator Tom Libous growth and new opportunities. The visited Binghamton University to East Campus Housing expansion is help celebrate the completion of the no exception. This project pumped East Campus Housing Project which millions into our local economy and was started almost a decade ago in created thousands of jobs. As BU 2003. continues growing through SUNY The project includes the Dickinson 2020, they'll add more students and Community and the Newing College more value to the Southern Tier,� community which includes said Senator Tom Libous. Bingham, Broome, Delaware and Donald Castellucci lll, of Apalachin, Senior and Class President at the University of Scranton, completed a six-week internship at Congressman Richard Hanna's office in Washington D.C. this summer. Donald is majoring in Political Science with a concentration in Public Administration and minors in Business and History. Donald is the son of Don and Viki Castellucci of Apalachin.
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