YMCA Director: FoxCare To Keep ‘Familiar Faces’ Community Now Must Do Its Part By WRILEY NELSONONEONTA The Oneonta Family YMCA is moving forward with plans to take over operation of Bassett Healthcare Network’s FoxCare Fitness Center. The Y will formally take control of the fitness center at the beginning of June, but staff members started working at FoxCare on May 15. The new operation will be called YMCA Specialty Fitness @ FoxCare. According to a release, the facility will be…
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HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, MAY 18 ‘Get Out & Go’ Fair presented by Connections at Clark Sports Center CONNECTIONS—Noon-2 p.m. The community is invited for the “Get Out & Go Fair.” Learn about local places where community members can socialize and get involved as visitors or volunteers. Held at the Clark Sports Center, Cooperstown. Visit facebook.com/otsegocountyOFA/ PASTA DINNER—5-7 p.m. Enjoy a delicious pasta dinner to support Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie counties. Includes a buffet, 50/50 raffle. Admission, $10. Held…
Otsego County Declares State of Emergency Housing Crisis Executive Order Also Issued OTSEGO COUNTY—Otsego County Board of Representatives Chairman David Bliss has declared a State of Emergency in Otsego County effective May 16, as asylum seekers are expected to arrive in New York now that the federal Title 42 immigration policy has expired. Title 42, issued during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, allowed authorities to turn away migrants at the U.S. borders as a public health measure to prevent the spread…
‘Time Out’ Briefs: May 17, 2023 Rummage Sale Slated at Church of Christ Uniting RICHFIELD SPRINGS—A rummage sale will take place on Friday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Church of Christ Uniting, 22 Church Street, including a bag sale from 4-6 p.m. Two large rooms will be filled with clothes for men, women, children, and infants, as well as housewares, books, toys and much more—all at affordable prices. This annual fundraiser is coordinated by the…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for WEDNESDAY, MAY 17 Explore the Wildflowers of Gilbert Lake State Park WILDFLOWER WALK—10 a.m. to noon. Join the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society for the 2023 Jean Miller Memorial Wildflower Walk with DOAS member and local botanist Connie Tedesco. Bring water, insect repellent, binoculars and your own curiosity. Free, registration appreciated. Meet at the beach area for a walk around Gilbert Lake State Park, 18 CCC Road, Laurens. (607) 397-3815 or visit facebook.com/DelawareOtsegoAudubonSociety/ BLOOD DRIVE—1-6 p.m. Save up to three lives with…
In Memoriam Maria Tripp, 86 February 15, 1937 – May 9, 2023 COOPERSTOWN—With the love of her husband, Wendell, her family, and her many friends in her heart, Maria Tripp of Cooperstown passed away at Bassett Hospital on May 9 after a brief illness. She leaves a robust legacy of love, kindness and affection that will live on through all who knew her. Maria was born to Hector and Popi Kontinou on February 15, 1937 in Athens, Greece. She endured…
Still Time To Register for Coalition Meeting WILLIAMSVILLE—On Wednesday, May 17 at 7 p.m., the New York Coalition for Open Government will hold its Annual Meeting via Zoom. The public is invited to take part, to learn about the coalition’s accomplishments in 2022. People from across the state who stood up for open government will also be recognized. The featured speaker is Mark Mahoney, editor of Schenectady’s “The Daily Gazette” and a Pulitzer Prize winner. Those interested may register to…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, MAY 16 Support Super Heroes Humane Society DONATE—Noon to 2 p.m. Donate pottery, houseplants, seedlings, or cuttings of plants to the popular Plant and Pottery Sale to support the animals cared for by Super Heroes Humane Society. They are also looking for outdoor garden items in good shape, such as garden statues, wind chimes, bird houses/feeders and garden furniture. Held at 160 Pony Farm Road, Oneonta. (607) 441-3227 or visit facebook.com/superheroeshs/ ONEONTA VOTE—11 a.m. to 8 p.m.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, MAY 15 Concert & Community Musical Workshop COMMUNITY CONCERT & WORKSHOP—10 a.m. The Little Delaware Youth Ensemble invites the community to enjoy a performance featuring the Emmy award-winning Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet from NYC. Followed at 12:15 by a musical jam/workshop for local musicians (primarily string instruments). Free. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, Oneonta. littledelawareyouthensemble@yahoo.com or visit ldye.org SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal each Monday through Friday. Suggested donation is…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, MAY 14 Enjoy Theatrical Production of ‘Rent’ at Foothills PAC THEATER—3 p.m. Orpheus Theatre presents “Rent,” the rock musical about living for today featuring local talent. Tickets, $20/adult. Presented at The Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, Oneonta. (607) 432-1800 or visit orpheustheatre.ticketleap.com/rent/details ATV SAFETY—May 15 through July 15, the first 25 Schoharie and Otsego county residents who complete the online ATV safety course can receive free helmets and goggles from Bennet Motor Sales, Fly Creek. (518)…
