Former mayor Jim Georgeson, foreground, who passed away Wednesday, was honored in November 2008 along with Oneonta’s other mayors during commemorations of the City of Oneonta’s Centennial. Standing, from left, are then-Mayor John Nader and former mayors Kim Miller, David Brenner and Sam Nader. (allotsego.com file photo)
ONEONTA – Former Oneonta mayor James N. Georgeson, 95, passed away Wednesday at the Focus Otsego Manor. He served in 1960-62, before the mayoral term was extended to four years. Arrangements are pending with the Lewis, Hurley & Pietrobono Funeral Home.
OPENING RECEPTION—5-6:30 p.m. “Oneonta’s Other Railroad: The Untold Story of the Ulster and Delaware.” Free and open to the public. Light refreshments served. Exhibit on view through May. Oneonta History Center, 183 Main Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-0960 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1489791729814541&set=a.642584304535292…
CONCERT—3 p.m. “Winter 2026 Pops Concert.” Presented by the Catskill Valley Wind Ensemble. Featuring music from “Frozen,” “Lord of the Rings,” James Bond movies and more. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 435-1672 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1172154061572846&set=a.385705693551024…
WRITERS—6-8 p.m. “Lyric Lab: A Writers Workshop.” Presented by Gotham City Outpost. Open to all singers, rappers and poets to exchange feedback. Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 437-9361 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122115212319134171&set=a.122104568643134171…
January 22, 2026
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