HISTORY—10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “2024 Partners in Preservation.” Historians from villages, towns, and organizations throughout Otsego County gather to exhibit and share knowledge. This year’s theme is “Businesses Past and Present.” Event includes keynote speaker Aaron Sorenson, who will discuss the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. Free, open to the public. Light lunch served at nominal cost. Presented by the Otsego County Historical Association at the AmVets Building, 16 Main Street, Schenevus. (607) 547-8070 or visit https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoCountyHistorical/…
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CONCERT—7:30 p.m. Performance of Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana.” Catskill Choral Society, featuring the Cooperstown Central School Youth Choirs, soloists, two pianos and percussion. $25/adult. First United Methodist Church, 66 Church Street, Oneonta. Visit https://www.facebook.com/catskillchoralsociety…
PUBLIC SPEAKING—6 p.m. Oneonta Toastmasters hold their public meeting each 2nd and 4th Thursday. Online meeting available via Zoom. Requested online attendees sign in at 5:50 p.m. In person meetings held at The Green Earth Health Market, 4 Market Street, Oneonta. Visit https://oneonta.toastmastersclubs.org/…
LOCAL HISTORY—6:30 p.m. “A Walk in the Woods: History of Wooded Areas in Otsego County.” Presented by David Wightman of Wightman Lumber and Specialty Wood Products. Light refreshments available. Followed by a business meeting, all welcome to attend. Fly Creek Area Historical Society/Grange, Cemetery Road, Fly Creek. Visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077445521390…
LUNCH & LEARN—11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “Empowering Local Business: Your Strategic Blueprint for Social Media Success.” Paperkite reveals a dynamic and engaging playbook for local businesses and non-profits to enhance their social media presence. Presented by the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce. $10/non-member. Registration required. KW Training Room, 31 Main Street, Suite 2B, Oneonta. (607) 432-4500 or visit https://members.otsegocc.com/events/details/2024-lunch-learn-pizza-power-hour-empowering-local-business-your-strategic-blueprint-for-social-media-success-1110…
MAKERS MARKET—10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “4th Annual Mother’s Day Craft and Vendor Show.” Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 432-4401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/southsidemall/…
SPRING CLEANING—1 p.m. Rink Roll Up. Prepare the park for spring pickleball and basketball. Wear waterproof shoes, gloves and bring a push-broom if you have one. Badger Park, Cooperstown. (607) 547-2411 or visit https://www.facebook.com/CooperstownFriendsoftheParks…
FUNDRAISER—Noon to 2 p.m. 13th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon to raise money for the Cooperstown Food Pantry. $20 donation for lunch and custom soup bowl from local chefs and potters. Parish Hall, Christ Episcopal Church, 69 Fair Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-2627 or visit https://www.facebook.com/CooperstownFoodPantry …
THEATER—7:30 p.m. “The Addams Family School Edition.” An original story about this wacky family. Presented by Laurens Central School, 55 Main Street, Laurens. (607) 432-2050 or visit https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/regional/The-Addams-Family-School-Edition-Laurens…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, APRIL 18 Live Action Role Play Practice Event PRACTICE—5-8 p.m. “LARP Fight Practice.” Practice getting into roles, combat moves, more. Lightest touch with foam padded weapons system. Held each Thursday, rain or shine, until the snow flies. Big Pavilion, Neahwa Park, Oneonta. Anrygnomes23@gmail.com or visit https://www.realmsnet.net/#events BLOOD DRIVE—Noon to 5 p.m. Waterfront Café, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org…