News Briefs: February 6, 2025
Concert Celebrates Summer
ONEONTA—The Oneonta Community Concert Band will present its annual “Good Ol’ Summertime in Winter” concert at the Oneonta Senior High School auditorium at 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 9. Conducted by Cooperstown High School Band Director Kerri Hogle, the concert features a wide selection of pieces that evoke warm climates and fast action. The Community Band has been an Oneonta institution since the 1850s and continues to provide quality music free of charge.
‘Koliada’ Slated for Feb. 8th
CHERRY VALLEY—The Telegraph School will present “Koliada,” a theatrical performance, dance party and potluck event, at the Cherry Valley Old School Cafe, 2 Genesee Street, at 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 8. The roving theatrical performance will travel around the village before arriving at the Old School to finish the evening. Koliada is an ancient Slavic tradition that marks the darkest time of winter and the impending return of the sun. Donations will be accepted at the door, and participants may bring a potluck dish. For more information or to make a reservation, visit thetelegraphschool.org.
Register Now for Ag Expo
COBLESKILL—Regional farmers, rural landowners, and aspiring agriculturalists are invited to Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Ag Solutions and Networking Expo at SUNY Cobleskill’s Prentice Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19. Attendees can meet vendors and exhibitors, enjoy a free networking lunch, and participate in two break-out sessions. Pre-registration is required by February 11 at https://www.eventleaf.com/e/AgNetwork. There are still open spaces for sponsors, vendors and exhibitors; contact sesmithfarmmgtllc@gmail.com, pernatdg@cobleskill.edu, (518) 207-7112 or (518) 255-5537 for more information.
