On the morning of St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2026, John Francis “Jack” Smith peacefully passed into eternal rest at his Pine Boulevard home. His beloved wife, Gayle, and family were at his side. He was 95.…
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POTTERY—1:30-4:30 p.m. Open Studio. Experienced potters work on personal projects. No instruction provided. Fees apply. Held 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Smithy Clay Studio, 1 Otsego Court, Cooperstown. Gallery@SmithyArts.org or https://smithy-clay-studio.jumbula.com/LateWinter2026/OpenStudio8Weeks…
BENEFIT—3-5 p.m. Chili Cook-Off. Eat and judge. Prizes for the best chili. Proceeds benefit local food banks. Schenevus Amvets Post 2752, 16 Main Street, Schenevus. (607) 638-1924 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=122162294102645962&set=a.122162294156645962…
CONVENTION—10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Big Geek Energy Part II.” Celebrate sci-fi, fantasy, superheroes and more. Presented by Steamstress & Co. at the Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. steamstressandco@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/events/3280469355468080?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D…
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FUNDRAISER—5-7 p.m. International Trivia and Pizza Night Fundraiser. Presented by Edmeston Central School Spanish Club. Fees apply; registration required for trivia. Cash prize available for the winning team. Proceeds support the club’s spring 2027 trip to Costa Rica. Cafeteria, Edmeston Central School, 11 North Street, Edmeston. sknight@edmeston.net or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1439146948012668&set=a.538983171362388…
160 YEARS AGO: Summary of Local News: Charter Election—At the election held on Tuesday last, the following village officers were chosen for the ensuing year—being the ticket nominated at the Democratic caucus the previous evening: ...…
110 YEARS AGO: There is not a doctor in Oneonta who would not prescribe good wholesome amusement for anyone, sick or well. There is not a doctor who does not appreciate the health-promoting qualities of hearty laughter...…
HISTORICAL SOCIETY—6:30 p.m. Presentation, “Kitchen Garden/Dooryard Garden.” Great for gardeners of all levels to learn about this historical staple. Watch a tutorial on the “Square Foot” garden and enjoy historical salad dressings. Presented by the Hartwick Historical Society at Kinney Memorial Library, 3140 County Road 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-7530 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1366340308868643&set=a.508745254628157…
LIVE MUSIC—7 p.m. Trio Afinado. Lively Brazilian music for flute, guitar and percussion with a modern twist. Presented by CANO and the Otsego Music Trail. Free and open to the public. Community Arts Network of Oneonta, Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. hilary.goldblatt@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1473097778159229&set=a.480535810748769…
