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Events Happening In and Around Otsego County

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Tuesday, October 6

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS—8-9 a.m. Local community members gather to chat about what’s happening around Oneonta. Held each Tuesday. Green Earth Health Market, 4 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-6600 or https://www.greenearthoneonta.com/class-schedule

STORYTIME—9 a.m. Open to ages 0-3. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

COMMUNITY HIKE—9:45 a.m. Hike with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring appropriate equipment/water and be aware of your level of fitness. This week’s hike will be at Jacy Henderson Trail, Davenport. (607) 431-8010 or https://susqadk.org/

VETERANS—11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Veterans’ Lunch and Veteran of the Month Celebration. All veterans and their families are invited. Held first Tuesday of each month. Presented by the Oneonta Veteran’s Outreach Center. The Armory, 4 Academy Street, Oneonta. (607) 203-2228 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1572994454306983/?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

VETERANS—3-5 p.m. Tour the Oneonta Veterans Museum, featuring memorabilia, photographs and more, donated by local families. Free; donations appreciated. On view 3-5 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday. American Legion Post 259, 279 Main Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-0494 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122206890842460363&set=a.122095360988460363

HOBBY HANGOUT—3:30 p.m. “Craft after Class.” Held each Tuesday. Springfield Center Library, 129 County Road 29A, Springfield Center. (315) 858-5802 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1137327978619330&set=pcb.1137328175285977

MEDITATION—5:30-6:30 p.m. Sahaja Meditation: Drop-In Meditation Classes. All welcome. Held each Tuesday through 12/15. Cooperstown Coworks, 6 Doubleday Court, Cooperstown. (518) 428-4692 or https://meditateupstate.com/

MEET & GREET—5:30 p.m. Welcome Home Cooperstown. Newcomers to the community are invited for welcome party, make connections and learn about local organizations. This month’s event will include a presentation on the work of Film Otsego with music by the Bauer Boys and refreshments courtesy of Wayne Bank. On the lawn at the Village Library of Cooperstown, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. welcomehomecooperstown@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/welcomehomecooperstown

READING—7 p.m. Red Dragon Reading Series presents Jennifer Kabat, reading from her works followed by a Q&A and reception. Free and open to the public. Martin Muller Art Gallery, Fine Arts Building, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. roger.hecht@oneonta.edu

POLITICS—7 p.m. Meet Mike Stalter, candidate for Otsego County Sheriff. Includes light refreshments. Dunderberg Gallery, 118 Marion Avenue, Gilbertsville.

MUSIC—7:30 p.m. Hartwick College Wind Ensemble. Anderson Theater, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. https://www.hartwick.edu/academics/academic-departments/music-department/music-events/

MEN’S GATHERING—7:30 p.m. “Forging Foundation: Speak Your Truth.” A grounded, confidential space for men to drop the mask, step out of isolation, process life’s heavy weights and support each other. Presented in person by reGathering at The Telegraph School, 83 Alden Street, Cherry Valley. (607) 264-3785 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1506238111554869&set=a.452254336953257

Wednesday, October 7

VETERANS BREAKFAST—8-10 a.m. Free breakfast for veterans, active military, firefighters, EMS and law enforcement. Held first Wednesday of each month. Cost for guests is $5. Laurens American Legion, 11 Main Street, Laurens. yreckert@yahoo.com

OTSEGO COUNTY—9:50 a.m. Meeting of the Intergovernmental Affairs committee, chaired by Andrew Marietta. Board Chambers, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-4202 or https://www.youtube.com/@otsegocountynewyork/live

OTSEGO COUNTY—9:55 a.m. Meeting of the Administration committee, chaired by Margaret Kennedy. Board Chambers, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-4202 or https://www.youtube.com/@otsegocountynewyork/live

STORY TIME—10 a.m. Held each Wednesday. Springfield Library, 129 County Road 29A, Springfield Center. (315) 858-5802 or http://libraries.4cls.org/springfield/programs-and-events/childrens-and-youth-programs/

SUPPORT—10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Half-off everything except tagged jewelry and furniture. Every first and third Wednesday at the Helios Care Thrift Shop and Boutique. Price Chopper Plaza, 5626 State Highway 7, Oneonta. (607) 432-5335 or visit https://www.helioscare.org/thrift-shop/

TECH HELP—1:30-4:30 p.m. Registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

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/Autumn2026/OpenStudio8Weeks

LIBRARY—2:30-4:30 p.m. “St. Tim’s Library Corner.” Held each Wednesday. Presented by Worcester-Schenevus Library at St. Timothy’s Church, 1776 County Road 34, Westford. (607) 397-7309 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1286193756982629&set=a.418484840420196

MEDITATION—6 p.m. “Guided Imagery Meditation.” Held each Wednesday with instructor Kris Anne Eignor. Free; all welcome. Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1347451690856835&set=a.418484840420196

GAME NIGHT—6 p.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

SCHOLAR PROGRAM—6 p.m. “Silencing Journalism by Murder? An Overview of Six Global Case Studies.” Presented by Dr. Gayane Torosyan. Free and open to the public. Alden Room, Milne Library, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. (607) 436-3302 or Matthew.Hendley@oneonta.edu

ART CLASS—6-9 p.m. “Figure This! Open Studio Life Drawing.” Non-instructional workshop with models for sketching. Hosted by a Cooperstown Art Association member. Fees apply, cash. Held each Wednesday. Cooperstown Art Association, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-9777 or https://www.cooperstownart.com/adult-programming.html

FLUTE CHOIR—6:30-8 p.m. Play the flute with the Butternut Valley Flute Choir. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere to make music together, featuring popular favorites to classical music. All welcome. Fees apply. Held Wednesdays through 10/21. Butternut Valley Arts and Crafts Center, 124 West Main Street, Morris. BarbaraSiesel@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122124086510775799&set=gm.3608312292652895&idorvanity=635887766562044

Thursday, October 8

WORKSHOP—9:30 a.m. “Free Community Candle Making Class.” Start with candle jar etching at 9:30 a.m. and begin candle making at 10 a.m. Registration required. Cherry Valley United Methodist Church, 84 Main Street, Cherry Valley. (607) 264-3703 or (607) 643-6360 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10239181362890160&set=gm.2065775247403178&idorvanity=128618074452248

CONNECTIONS—9:45 a.m. Outdoor Mindfulness with Stephanie. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CRAFT—10 a.m. to 7 p.m. “Open Sew.” Work with fellow crafters on current projects. Fees apply. Message/call to reserve a spot. Held each Thursday. Leatherstocking Quilts, 155 Main Street, Suite B, Oneonta. (607) 441-3111 or https://leatherstocking-quilts.square.site/calendar

CONNECTIONS—Noon to 12:30 p.m. Lunch. Held each Thursday. Suggested donation applies. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—12:30-2 p.m. Learn American Sign Language. Held each Thursday. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10239871753002998&set=pcb.3191659994376264

CONNECTIONS—12:30 p.m. Genealogy. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—12:45-2 p.m. Speaking Italian. Held each Thursday. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10239871753002998&set=pcb.3191659994376264

CRAFTING—1 p.m. Air Dry Clay Ghosts. Suggested donation applies; registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP—1-2:30 p.m. Free group open to all aged 18+, drop-ins welcome. Facilitated by staff trained in grief and loss. This is a safe and confidential space to focus on understanding the grief process, make sense of strong emotions, and learn from other community members. Held second Thursday of each month. Clark Sports Center, 124 County Road 52, Cooperstown. (607) 432-5525.

OPEN STUDIO—1-4 p.m. Bring your own art project and work alongside other artists/crafters. Held each Thursday. Butternut Valley Arts and Crafts Center, 124 Main Street, Morris. (607) 263-2150 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122110045412775799&set=a.122109465902775799

MORRIS FARMERS’ MARKET—3-5:30 p.m. Held each Thursday through October. Pavilion, Guy Rathbun Park, 117 Main Street, Morris. (607) 263-5203 or https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083302834119

CONVERSATION CLUB—3:30 p.m. Group lesson through transparent language—KidSpeak. Held each Thursday. Springfield Center Library, 129 County Road 29A, Springfield Center. (315) 858-5802 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1137327985285996&set=pcb.1137328175285977

LIBRARY—4:30 p.m. “Teen Writers Group.” Recommended ages 12-18. Held each Thursday. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980 or https://hmloneonta.org/youth-programs/

ART WORKSHOP—4-6 p.m. Quilting Workshop with MJ Brunschmid. Free. Butternut Valley Arts and Crafts Center, 124 Main Street, Morris. (607) 263-2150 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122130474014775799&set=a.122109465902775799

PRACTICE—5 p.m. LARP Fight Practice. Open to the public; no experience needed. Held Thursdays, rain or shine, until the snow flies. Group uses the lightest touch foam padded weapon combat system. Big Pavilion in Neahwa Park, 15 James Georgeson Avenue, Oneonta. angrygnome23@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122211880724285514&set=a.122102968988285514

CANASTA—5:30 p.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

SKATING—5:30 p.m. “Beginner Roller Skate Lessons.” $15/lesson. Includes skate rentals, instruction, skate game and admission to open skate (6:30-9 p.m.). Held each Thursday. Interskate 88, 5185 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 201-5308 or https://www.facebook.com/reel/4418059695126127

PUBLIC SPEAKING—6 p.m. Oneonta Toastmasters. Meet to build confidence, find your voice and overcome fears of public speaking. Held via Zoom and in person each 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Green Earth Health Market Community Room, 4 Market Street, Oneonta. vpm-9253@toastmastersclubs.org or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1419185380251477&set=a.560682079435149

ART WORKSHOP—6:15 p.m. Woodcarving and Character Drawing workshop with Bill Henderson. Free. Held Thursdays through 10/29. Butternut Valley Arts and Crafts Center, 124 Main Street, Morris. (607) 263-2150 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122130474014775799&set=a.122109465902775799

OTSEGO COUNTY HISTORY—6:30 p.m. “Ethnicity, Alliance, Family and War: Scots-Irish Immigration, the Defense of the New York Frontier, and the Destruction of Cherry Valley.” Presented by guest speaker Terry McMaster and the Otsego County Historical Association. Free. Kinney Memorial Library, 3140 County Road, 11, Hartwick. (607) 547-8070 or https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoCountyHistorical/

POTTERY—6:30-9:30 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/Autumn2026/OpenStudio8Weeks

HISTORIC PRESERVATION—7 p.m. New York State Barn Tax Credit Program. Learn the basics with Ellen Pope, including which buildings qualify and how to apply. Free and open to the public. Free and open to the public. City Hall, 258 Main Street, Oneonta. lhp@oneonta.ny.us

SPORTS MANAGEMENT—7 p.m. Oneonta native Greg Harney, retired president of Global Sports Partners who has worked or been associated with 22 Olympic Games, opens the 2026-2027 Meredith Sport Management Speaker Series. Free and open to the public. Anderson Theatre, Anderson Center for the Arts, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. (607) 353-9042 or http://hartwick.meritpages.com/news/Olympic-Sports-Executive-Greg-Harney-to-Open-Hartwick-Colleges-2026-27-Meredith-Sport-Management-Speaker-Series/62251?utm_source=newswire&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=media_pr_emails

LIBRARY–7 p.m. Board of Trustees meeting. Springfield Center Library, 129 County Road 29A, Springfield Center. (315) 858-5802 or https://libraries.4cls.org/springfield/

LECTURE—7 p.m. “Wave: Life and Memories After the Tsunami.” Presented by economist/memoirist Sonali Deraniyagal for the 2026 Babcock Lecture. Free and open to the public. Held in collaboration with Hartwick College at the SUNY Oneonta Welcome Center, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. (607) 431-4643 or https://www.hartwick.edu/academics/annual-celebrations-lectures/babcock-lecture/

Friday, October 9

BEGINNER MAHJONG—9 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

COFFEE & PUZZLES—10 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

SENIOR COFFEE HOUR—10:30 a.m. Coffee, tea, pastries, games, puzzles, special events and good conversation. Held each Friday. Kinney Memorial Library, 3140 County Highway 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-6600 or https://libraries.4cls.org/hartwick/events/

OUTDOORS—2-4 p.m. Pine Lake Row Group. Equipment and top-notch instruction provided. Led by Olympian Andrea Thies. RSVP required. Hartwick College Pine Lake, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road, Oneonta. patek@hartwick.edu or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1579888917264532&set=a.334687505118019

HALLOWEEN—3-7 p.m. Halloween Costume Sale. Treasure hunt through racks of costumes that have been used on stage by The Glimmerglass Festival. Continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on 10/10. Malton Place Rec Room, 7480 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1687264396291681&set=a.823587992659330

HALLOWEEN—3-7 p.m. Free Halloween Costume Giveaway. Open to the public while supplies last. Continues 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on 10/10. Oneonta Boys and Girls Club, 70 River Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1133 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1563484565822818&set=a.557601523077799

DINNER—4:30-6 p.m. Laurens Legion Roast Pork Dinner. Fees apply. Laurens American Legion, 11 Main Street, Laurens. yreckert@yahoo.com

BOOK CLUB—5:30 p.m. “Book Club: A Curious Witch’s Year.” Take a year-long journey through the book “A Spell in the Wild: A Year (and Six Centuries) of Magic” by Alice Tarbuck. Free. Meets second Friday of each month. Mountain Magic Market, 52 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown. (607) 287-7278 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1470804430887486/1470804437554152/

AUCTION—6 p.m. “Laurens Wholesale Food Auction.” Shop for everyday groceries, snacks, drinks, frozen food and restaurant-quality appetizers. Laurens Fire Hall, 34 Main Street, Laurens. (607) 305-5600 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2479466699526214/?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

LIVE MUSIC—6 p.m. Utica-based band “Home Visitor” performs with Washington State-based singer/songwriter Robert Sarazin Blake. The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2040543507337743

HALLOWEEN—6-8:30 p.m. “Hyde and Shriek! Candlelit Ghost Tour.” Tickets required. Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown. (607) 547-5098 or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hyde-shriek-tickets-1909019050369?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

GAMING—6-9 p.m. “Friday Night Magic.” Standard format. Free. Held each Friday. Good Games, 154 Main Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-8892 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1361366319410674/1361366342744005/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D%2C%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

FIRE PIT FRIDAYS—6-10 p.m. Live music by Uncle Shake. Includes food truck, outdoor/indoor bar and bonfire. Brewery Ommegang, 656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown. info@ommegang.com or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=988101080438906&set=a.160120909903598

FILM—6:30 p.m. Screening of “The Last of the Mohicans” (1992). Includes brief presentation exploring James Fenimore Cooper and artist Thomas Cole. Complimentary popcorn, water. Free admission, donations welcome. Fenimore Art Museum, 5798 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1400 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1511790947658513&set=a.553330816837869

WORKSHOP—7 p.m. “How to Make a Doll.” A solo theater performance about the brain, healing and socks by Marisa Caruso with featured speakers and a post-show panel discussion. Suggested donation applies. Presented by the Stamford Wellness Center at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080.

LIVE MUSIC—7 p.m. “Oneonta’s Got Soul.” Fun night of music and community to support Helios Care Hospice. Presented by Helios Care. Tickets required. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or https://www.foothillspac.org/

LIVE MUSIC—9 p.m. Robert Sarazin Blake performs live at The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2040543507337743

Saturday, October 10

PANCAKE BREAKFAST—8 a.m. “Annual Pancake Breakfast and Open House.” Includes equipment demonstrations, guests, and operation duck drop at 2 p.m. Richfield Springs Fire Department, 34 East James Street, Richfield Springs. (315) 922-4881 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1852513142386953?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

ANTIQUES—8 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Antiques at the Fort” featuring Antiques Roadshow appraisers Leigh Keno and Joel Bohy. Tickets required. Fort Plain Museum and Historical Park, 389 Canal Street, Fort Plain. (518) 993-2527 or https://fortplainmuseum.org/events/antiques-at-the-fort/

GILBERTSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays through October. Located by the Gilbertsville Post Office, 3 Commercial Street, Gilbertsville. (607) 783-2305 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10233288497016416&set=gm.2844485682561715&idorvanity=1641876026156026

HALLOWEEN—9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Halloween Costume Giveaway. Open to the public while supplies last. Oneonta Boys and Girls Club, 70 River Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1133 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1563484565822818&set=a.557601523077799

COOPERSTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 101 Main Street, Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8881 or https://www.otsego2000.org/cooperstown-farmers-market

ONEONTA FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to noon. Huntington Memorial Park, Dietz Street, Oneonta. https://oneontafarmersmarket.org/

WORKSHOP—9 a.m. to noon. Make a stained glass ghost or bat in a color palette of choice. Fees apply; registration required. Main View Gallery and Studios, 77 Main Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1890 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1496951665575241&set=a.492281632708921

COFFEE GROUP—9:15 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

FUNDRAISER—10 a.m. Chinese and silent auction featuring 10’s of items and a light lunch. Proceeds support the construction of future museum for the Maryland Historical Society. Held at the AmVets Building, 16 Main Street, Schenevus. (928) 566-3629 or (973) 288-5158.

WOODS WALK—10 a.m. Timber Stand Improvement/Invasive Control woods walk with the Southern Tier Chapter of the New York Forest Owners Association. Lunch included; registration required. Free and open to the public. Kutney Tree Farm, 460 Hunt Hill Road, Port Crane. (607) 902-4090 or https://nyfoa.org/event/kutney-tree-farm-woods-walk/

POLITICS—10-11 a.m. “Get Out the Vote! Honk and Wave.” Cooperstown-Oneonta Indivisible invites the public for this non-partisan, pro-democracy event where they wave at drivers and display two big banners, “STOP THE CHAOS—VOTE” and “HAD ENOUGH? VOTE.” All welcome. Free. Corner of Chestnut and Main streets, Cooperstown. alexveggie@proton.me

HALLOWEEN—10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Halloween Costume Sale. Treasure hunt through racks of costumes that have been used on stage by The Glimmerglass Festival. Malton Place Rec Room, 7480 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1687264396291681&set=a.823587992659330

TRACTOR FEST—10 a.m.to 4 p.m. 60+ tractors from area club and organization, games, kids area, food trucks, demonstration, music and more. Fenimore Farm and Country Village, 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1450 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2572850003139913/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

CRAFT—11 a.m. “Sit-n-Stitch.” Bring knit or crochet project to work or learn the craft. Held second Saturday of each month. Unadilla Public Library, 193 Main Street, Unadilla. (607) 369-3131 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=999520376242398&set=a.244415948419515

ART EXHIBIT—11 a.m. to 3 p.m. View “Surprising Union,” an exhibit featuring “combines” of found material to create new objects. Free. On view Saturdays or by appointment through 10/17. The Art Garage, 689 Beaver Meadow Road, Cooperstown. (315) 941-9607 or https://www.facebook.com/TheArtGarageCooperstown

SELF-DEFENSE—11:30 a.m. No Gi Open Mat. Open to all levels. Held each Saturday. Oneonta Jiu Jitsu Academy, 5366 Main Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-8882 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1638636541388993&set=a.529327338986591

EXERCISE—Noon. “Let’s Move: Come Play Capoeira.” Unique Brazilian practice that blends martial arts, dance, music and culture. All welcome. Held each Saturday. Green Earth Health Market, 4 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-6600 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1599017385560750&set=a.784934640302366

WELLNESS—1-3 p.m. “Enjoying Life: Finding Calm and Clarity and Reconnecting to Joy.” Fees apply. The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122301007592033511&set=a.122108023958033511

WORKSHOP—1-3 p.m. Beading Workshop with Melanie Printup Hope. Supplies provided. Free and open to the public. Pre-registration required. Yager Museum of Art and Culture, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. (607) 431-4480 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1117185297428391/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

SEWING CLASS—1:30-3 p.m. All experience levels welcome. Held each Saturday. The Green Giraffe, 179 Main Street, Unadilla. (607) 369-3234 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=278537215089176&set=a.112626061680293

POLITICS—1:30-3:30 p.m. “Get Out the Vote! Honk and Wave.” Cooperstown-Oneonta Indivisible invites the public for this non-partisan, pro-democracy event where they wave at drivers and display two big banners, “STOP THE CHAOS—VOTE” and “HAD ENOUGH? VOTE.” All welcome. Free. Muller Plaza, Main Street, Oneonta. alexveggie@proton.me

BOOK CLUB—2 p.m. “BYO Book Club.” Followed by book journaling club. Meets second Saturday of each month. Kinney Memorial Library, 3140 County Highway 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-6600 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1296259585861740&set=a.458767152944325

HORSES—2 p.m. “Youth Mini Camp: Fall Harvest.” Open to youth aged 5-11. Fees apply; registration required. Twisted K Ranch, 172 Burdick Road, Milford. (607) 643-1790 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1580760793048130?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

HALLOWEEN—3-5 p.m. Halloween Movie and Craft. Edmeston Free Library, 26 East Street, Edmeston. (607) 965-8208 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1519630720198518&set=a.544469607714639

MARKET—5-10 p.m. “Nighttime Alley Market.”Evening art market behind Tiger Sushi and Oneonta Historical Society, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=27974868185433499&set=gm.35832485146399971&idorvanity=208884682520136

HALLOWEEN—5:30-8:30 p.m. “Things That Go BUMP in the Night Ghost Tours.” Explore historic village by lantern light. 6 times available for small group tours. Tickets required. Also held Fridays and Saturday through 10/30. Fenimore Farm and Country Village, 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1450 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2067017297253333/2067017303919999/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

HALLOWEEN—6-8:30 p.m. “Hyde and Shriek! Candlelit Ghost Tour.” Tickets required. Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown. (607) 547-5098 or https://www.hydehall.org/events2025

COMMUNITY DINNER—6:30 p.m. Second Saturday Community Dinner/Potluck. Chili, salad and bread provided. Bring a desert or a side dish to share. All welcome. Fly Creek United Methodist Church, 852 County Highway 26, Fly Creek.

MUSIC—7:30 p.m. Senior Recital: Benjamin Pauli, Piano. Anderson Theater, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. https://www.hartwick.edu/academics/academic-departments/music-department/music-events/

Sunday, October 11

PANCAKE BREAKFAST—8-11 a.m. Includes eggs, ham or sausage, beverage and all the pancakes you can eat. Fees apply. Held each Sunday through 11/15. Unadilla Rod and Gun Club, 566 Butternut Road, Unadilla. (607) 316-5997 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1502370215247164&set=a.454776430006553

PANCAKE BREAKFAST—8 a.m. to noon. VFW Auxiliary Pancake Breakfast. Sausage biscuits and gravy, French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, and beverages. By donation to benefit scholarships, Holiday Boxes and helping local soldiers and families. Cooperstown Veteran’s Club, 60 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8282 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=122156361501060064&set=a.122102978511060064

MILFORD FARMERS’ MARKET—10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held each Sunday, Memorial Day through Columbus Day weekends. Curry Park, State Highway 28, Milford. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2048911982045357

FORAGE—11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exclusive Land Tour: “Forage The Forest.” In-depth exploration of Pine Lake’s four unique habitat systems with two licensed and insured wild mushroom experts. Fees apply; registration required. Hartwick College, Pine Lake, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road, Oneonta. (607) 431-4520 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1595142422405848&set=a.334687511784685

TOURNAMENT—11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oneonta Rotary Cornhole Tournament. Free to spectators. Binder Gym, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. (607) 437-4676 or www.scoreholiocom

LIVE MUSIC—1 p.m. “Sunday Sessions with Reese Fulmer.” The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/952813034522665

MUSIC—1:30 p.m. Junior Recitals. Keira Lane, percussion, and Emma Kargoe, voice. Anderson Theater, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. https://www.hartwick.edu/academics/academic-departments/music-department/music-events/

CALICO REBELLION—2 p.m. Screening of Calico Rebellion hosted by the Historical Society of Middletown, 778 Cemetery Road, Margaretville. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1058053840401129&set=a.102262405980282

LIVE MUSIC—3 p.m.; doors open at 2:30 p.m. Fiddlers! 33. Fiddlers from near and far present performances, a dance workshop, open jam, potluck and more. Tickets required. Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road, Roxbury. (607) 326-7908 or https://roxburyartsgroup.org/events/fiddlers-33-festival

TEA TIME—3-5 p.m. “Afternoon Tea with a Twist.” Curated selection of teas paired with a creative menu. Fees apply; reservations required. The Otesaga Resort Hotel, 60 Lake Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-9931 or https://www.otesaga.com/dine/seasonal-dining

ASTROLOGY—4 p.m. “Under the Thai Sky: Intro to Traditional Thai Astrology.” Fees apply; registration required. Mountain Magic Market, 52 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown. (607) 287-7278 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1107021665185398?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

MEDITATION—4:30-6 p.m. The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2779292835790502/2870011123385339/?event_time_id=2870011123385339

LIVE MUSIC—7 p.m. Cantrip performs with swirling border pipes, raging fiddle, thunderous guitar and 3 rich voices fit to tear the roof off. Tickets required. Night Eagle Café at the Savage Club, Lansing Area Performance Hall, 1004 Auburn Road, North Lansing. info@nighteaglecafe.org or https://www.nighteaglecafe.org/

Monday, October 12
Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day

DEADLINE—Last day to register for monthly community dinner of Lasagna, tossed salad, garlic bread, dessert, tea and coffee. Fees apply. Veterans eat free. Held 10/14. Oneonta Elks Lodge, 84-86 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1312.

CONNECTIONS—12:45 p.m. Bluegrass Circle Jam Session. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CLOTHING SWAP—1-3 p.m. Refresh your wardrobe without spending a dime. The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1519374769947193

GATHERING—4-7 p.m. Celebrate Indigenous People’s Day. Gathering centered on storytelling, seasonal foods and community dialogue, featuring guest filmmaker Fidel Moreno. Space is limited; registration required. Hartwick College Pine Lake, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road, Oneonta. (607) 431-4520 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1594603095793114&set=a.334687505118019

VETERANS—5-7 p.m. “Women’s Veteran Night.” Good company, dinner and more with fellow women Veterans. Held second Monday of each month. Oneonta Veteran’s Outreach Center, 4 Academy Street, Oneonta. (607) 203-2228 or https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576871946292

LIBRARY—6:30 p.m. Library Board Meeting. Edmeston Free Library, 26 East Street, Edmeston. (607) 965-8208 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1519630720198518&set=a.544469607714639

GARDEN CLUB—6:30 p.m. “Show, Tell and Share.” Featuring gently used gardening tools, pots, books and other garden-related items. Oneonta Garden Club at St. James Episcopal Church, 305 Main Street, Oneonta. lauriezimniewicz@gmail.com.

Tuesday, October 13

STORYTIME—9 a.m. Open to ages 0-3. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

COMMUNITY HIKE—9:45 a.m. Hike with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring appropriate equipment/water and be aware of your level of fitness. This week’s hike will be at Texas Schoolhouse State Forest, New Lisbon. (607) 431-8010 or https://susqadk.org/

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of Oktoberfest kielbasa with sauerkraut, German potato salad, red cabbage and black forest cake. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Each Tuesday and Thursday. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs.

ART WORKSHOP—4-7 p.m. Watercolor Painting with Dee Hazlett. Fees apply. Held Tuesdays through 10/27. Butternut Valley Arts and Crafts Center, 124 Main Street, Morris. (607) 263-2150 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122130474014775799&set=a.122109465902775799

POETRY—5 p.m. “Village Verses.” Monthly multi-generational poetry appreciation group. The theme for October is “trees.” All welcome. Cooperstown Elementary School Library, 21 Walnut Street, Cooperstown. aviva330@gmail.com

GARDENING—6:30 p.m. “Garden Show, Tell and Share.” Bring favorite gardening tool or accessory and share why it’s a favorite. Presented by the Oneonta Garden Club. St. James Church Hall, 305 Main Street, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1432953102313655&set=a.617556033853370

Wednesday, October 14

HERITAGE—11 a.m. “Mes De La Herencia Hispana: Hispanic Heritage Month.” Virtual chat and chew to celebrate the service, heritage, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino veterans, service members, and military families. Presented by the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services. https://meetny-gov.webex.com/weblink/register/r72819fca7f47f3c2ca120fb4c184c8ca.

SENIOR MEALS—Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of lasagna, tossed salad, Italian-blend vegetables, garlic knot and peaches. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• 11:30 a.m. Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Noon. Each Monday and Wednesday. Cherry Valley Facilities Corporation Café, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley.

TECH HELP—1:30-4:30 p.m. Registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

FREE DINNER—5-7 p.m. All welcome to enjoy assorted soups, a salad and various desserts. Free; donations gratefully accepted. Held 2nd Wednesday of each month. Unatego Community Church, 290 Main Street, Otego. (607) 369-7425 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1380000127487891&set=a.477486057739307

VACCINATION—6-8 p.m. Otsego County Rabies Vaccination Clinic. For pet dogs, cats and ferrets. Free. Previous vaccination certificate required for the three-year booster. Otego Fire Department, 5 River Street, Otego. (607) 547-4230 or visit https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/d-m/health_department/rabies_prevention.php

BE INFORMED—7 p.m. “Be Informed Educational Talk: Biologists at Work.” Learn how research informs effective natural resource management. Free; pre-registration appreciated. Presented by Otsego County Conservation Association at the Village Hall, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-4488 or https://www.facebook.com/events/4602334096692720/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

Thursday, October 15

OPEN HOUSE—9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. “Cultivate Your Career with Oneonta Job Corps.” Includes refreshments and lunch. Registration required. Oneonta Job Corps, 21 Homer Folks Ave, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1123401646682466&set=a.205165061839467

SEWING—10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “Stitch and Bitch.” Held every other Thursday. The Green Giraffe, 179 Main Street, Unadilla. (607) 353-2944 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=993048997156834&set=a.108861962242213

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of baked fish with creamy herb sauce, confetti rice, spinach and fruited gelatin. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Each Tuesday and Thursday. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs.

CONNECTIONS—Noon to 12:30 p.m. Lunch. Suggested donation applies. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—12:30-2 p.m. “Learn American Sign Language.” Held each Thursday. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10239871753002998&set=pcb.3191659994376264

CONNECTIONS—12:45-2 p.m. “Speaking Italian.” Held each Thursday. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10239871753002998&set=pcb.3191659994376264

CRAFTING—1 p.m. Ghost Terrariums. Suggested donation applies; registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP—2-3:30 p.m. Free group open to all aged 18+, drop-ins welcome. Facilitated by staff trained in grief and loss. This is a safe and confidential space to focus on understanding the grief process, make sense of strong emotions, and learn from other community members. Held third Thursday of each month. New Hope Community Church, 45 Stockton Avenue, Walton. (607) 432-5525.

POTTERY—3:30-5:30 p.m. “Clay for Kids Group 2.” 4-week course held Thursdays through 11/5. Fees apply; registration required. The Smithy Gallery and Clay Studio, 1 Otsego Court, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8671 or https://smithy-clay-studio.jumbula.com/Autumn2026/ClayforKidsGroup2bydonation4weeks

LICENSE—4-9 p.m. NYS DMV 5 Hour Pre-Licensing Course. Fees apply. SUNY Oneonta Morris Conference Center, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. https://suny.oneonta.edu/…/5-hour-pre-licensing-course

FUNDRAISER—5 p.m. Chicken and Biscuit Benefit for Kimberly A. Wellman Henderson. Support local scheduled for surgery for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. The Hartwick American Legion, 3099 County Route 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-7511 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1394967602825620&set=a.492301436425579

EXHIBIT RECEPTION—5-7 p.m. “My Ancestors in the Sky World.” A mixed-media piece by Melanie Printup Hope, the inaugural artist in residence for the Phil Young Residency for Indigenous Art. Yager Museum of Art and Culture, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. (607) 431-4480 or https://www.facebook.com/yagermuseum

CLAM NIGHT—5-7 p.m. All welcome. Eat in or take out. Fees apply. Held each Thursday. American Legion Post 259, 279 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-0494 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122216386874460363&set=a.122095360988460363

CANASTA—5:30 p.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

LOCAL FILM—5:30 p.m. “Mockumentary: The Shizzly Gark.” Screening and discussion to follow with improv actors and filmmakers on making a local mockumentary. Presented by Film Otsego at Gotham City Outpost, Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/gothamcityoutpost/

INFO MEETING—6 p.m. Learn about Otsego County 4-H. Pre-registration required. Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, 123 Lake Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-2536 ext. 225 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1602459818724433&set=a.299251229045305

COMMUNITY HEALTH—6-8 p.m. Free primary healthcare for uninsured or underinsured adults. By appointment only. Held third Thursday of each month. Presented by Oneonta Community Health Center at Edmeston Community Cupboard Food Pantry, Edmeston. (607) 433-0300 or https://oneontahealthcenter.org/

WRITERS SALON—7:30 p.m. Author Kathryn DeZur reads from her memoirs. Free and open to the public. Community Arts Network of Oneonta, Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. https://www.canoneonta.org/writers-salon

Friday, October 16

BEGINNER MAHJONG—9 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

FUNDRAISER—9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Annual Fall Book Sale. Gently-used books, media and more to benefit Kinney Memorial Library. Continues 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on 10/17 and 9 a.m. to noon on 10/18 with Bag Sale. The Meeting House, 3080 County Highway 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-6600.

COFFEE & PUZZLES—10 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of ham and scalloped potatoes, peas and carrots, and ice cream. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php

HALLOWEEN—5:30-8:30 p.m. “Things That Go BUMP in the Night Ghost Tours.” Explore the historic village by lantern light. Six time slots available for small group tours. Tickets required. Also held Fridays and Saturdays through 10/30. Fenimore Farm and Country Village, 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1450 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2067017297253333/2067017303919999/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechani

FIRE PIT FRIDAYS—6-10 p.m. Live music by Grateful Upstate. Includes food truck, outdoor/indoor bar and bonfire. Brewery Ommegang, 656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown. info@ommegang.com or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=988101080438906&set=a.160120909903598

POTTERY—6-9 p.m. “Beginner Pottery Wheel Group 2.” 4-week course held Thursdays through 11/6. Fees apply; registration required. The Smithy Gallery and Clay Studio, 1 Otsego Court, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8671 or https://smithy-clay-studio.jumbula.com/Autumn2026/BeginnerPotteryWheelGroup14weeks

BIRDING—5:30-9 p.m. “Bird Conservation Biogeography” with Dr. Lauren Sultaire. Presented by the Delaware Otsego Audubon Society at the Sixth Ward Athletic Club Banquet Room, 22 West Broadway, Oneonta. (607) 397-3815 or https://doas.us/bird-conservation-biogeography/

FESTIVAL—7:30 p.m. “Sharon Springs Poetry Festival.” Readings and book signing. Free and open to the public. Continues at 10 a.m. on 10/17. Sharon Springs Central School Auditorium, 514 State Highway 20, Sharon Springs. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1096047399739074&set=gm.2069402330373803&idorvanity=128618074452248

THEATER—8 p.m. “Night of the Living Dead: Live.” Tickets required. Also showing at 8 p.m. on 10/17 and at 2 p.m. on 10/18. Presented by Bigger Dreams Productions at Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or https://www.foothillspac.org/

Saturday, October 17

ROSEBOOM—All day. “Community Lawn Sale Day.” Continues 10/18. Map will be published by the Town of Roseboom. (607) 437-0650 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10101248990541530&set=gm.2053954575251912&idorvanity=128618074452248

SATURDAY HIKE—All day. Scenic excursion with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring a packed lunch, snacks and water. Dress appropriately and bring equipment for the weather/trail conditions. Pre-registration required. This week’s hike will be the Bramley Mountain Fire Tower, Bloomville. (607) 431-8010 or https://susqadk.org/saturday-hikes/

BOATING—8 a.m. to 4 p.m. “New York State Boating Safety Course.” Led by Dr. Kiyoko Yokota. Registration required. SUNY Oneonta Biological Field Station Upland Interpretive Center at Thayer Farm, 7027 State Highway 80, Springfield. https://www.facebook.com/events/1443447294355638/?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

GARDEN CLUB—9 a.m. to noon. The Oneonta Garden Club will hand out free bags of multi-color daffodils to area residents. First-come, first-served. Oneonta Farmers Market, Huntington Park, Dietz Street, Oneonta. lauriezimniewicz@gmail.com

ONEONTA FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to noon. Huntington Memorial Park, Dietz Street, Oneonta. https://oneontafarmersmarket.org/

PASSPORT FAIR—9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your documents and get assistance obtaining a passport. Fees apply. Presented by the Otsego County Clerk’s Office. Unadilla Town Hall, 1648 State Highway 7, Unadilla. (607) 547-4276 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122173569872642569&set=a.122126852228642569

COOPERSTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 101 Main Street, Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8881 or https://www.otsego2000.org/cooperstown-farmers-market

FUNDRAISER—9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Annual Fall Book Sale. Gently-used books, media and more to benefit Kinney Memorial Library. The Meeting House, 3080 County Highway 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-6600.

COFFEE GROUP—9:15 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

WRITING—10 a.m. “Sacred Writing Circle.” Supportive writing workshop. All welcome, no religious/spiritual affiliation needed. No creative writing experience necessary. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1494467586038003&set=a.546921787459259

FESTIVAL—10 a.m. Sharon Springs Poetry Festival. 10 a.m. Adult poetry workshops followed at 1 p.m. by the “Poetry and Posterity” panel discussion. Free and open to the public. Chartwell Studios, 521 State Highway 20, Sharon Springs. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1096047399739074&set=gm.2069402330373803&idorvanity=128618074452248

SQSPCA—10 a.m. to noon. Adoption event and wellness clinic. Bring your four-legged friend for free microchipping and rabies and distemper vaccines with the Susquehanna SPCA. First come, first served. Today, get 50 percent off adoption fees. Five Star Subaru, 331 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 547-8111 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1513477634140459&set=a.625555512932680

OWL FALL FEST—10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Fall into Fables.” Featuring literacy kickoff, snacks and a chance to meet author Marian Mattice. Admission by donation. Oneonta World of Learning, 167 Youngs Road, Oneonta. (607) 431-8543 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1586299463293822&set=a.670826358174475

POLITICS—Noon. “NO KINGS 4: Help Get Out The Vote.” Neahwa Park, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1714096447388086&set=gm.1101677142351630&idorvanity=665014462684569

HALLOWEEN—1-3 p.m. “Pumpkin Painting Workshop.” The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1766392344612053

ART—1-7 p.m. “Measured Drawing.” 10-week class taught by painter/instructor Yulia Levkovich. Held through 12/19. Fees apply; registration required. Levkovich Academy at the Liberty Street Art Gallery, 10-12 Liberty Street, Utica. (315) 793-2003 or https://www.libertystgallery.com/levkovich-academy.html

FUNDRAISER—2-6 p.m. “United Royalties Spooktacular.” Featuring vendors, haunted house, costume party, music, dancing and the Cauldron Creations Cook-Off. Fees apply to enter the cook-off. Support the United Way of the Mohawk Valley at Utica Royalties, Parish Building, 730 Broadway Street, Utica. (315) 733-4691 or https://www.unitedwaymv.org/spooktacular

SCIENCE—4 p.m. “DIY Sustainability Event: Make Your Own Compost Bin.” A.J. Read Science Discover Center, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. (607) 436-2011 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1873436697550487&set=gm.1782309799861259&idorvanity=1782308096528096

HALLOWEEN—4-7:30 p.m. “Shock-toberfest Film Event.” Celebrating independent and locally produced horror films. Admission by donation. Open to ages 18+. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or https://www.foothillspac.org/

WORKSHOP—4:30-6:30 p.m. “Saturday Night Out: A Pottery Immersion Workshop.” Tickets required. Azure Arts, 1149 Allen Lake Road, Richfield Springs. (315) 858-8899 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1957180661568572/1957180671568571/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%7D%2C%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%7D%2C%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

RECEPTION—5-7 p.m. View the exhibit “Roberta von Hahmann: A Retrospective.” Featuring oil paintings of landscapes, still lifes and portraits. Includes coffee and cookies. On view through 11/14. Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309 or https://www.facebook.com/WorcesterSchenevus

THEATER—6 p.m. “Microcosm.” Outdoor performance of original works of dance, music and theater inspired by this year’s theme—“Lore.” Tickets required. Presented by The Party Theater at The Mutual Aid Society, 1863 County Highway 30, Stamford. jointhepartytheater@gmail.com or https://thepartytheater.com/microcosm-2026/

POLITICS—6-9 p.m. Otsego Democrats Dinner and Auction. Featuring live music, silent auction, dinner, drinks and dancing. Tickets required. Hunt Union Ballroom, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. otsegodemocrats@gmail.com or https://www.otsegodemocrats.com/

THEATER—8 p.m. “Night of the Living Dead: Live.” Tickets required. Also showing at 2 p.m. on 10/18. Presented by Bigger Dreams Productions at Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or https://www.foothillspac.org/

Sunday, October 18

ROSEBOOM—All day. “Community Lawn Sale Day.” Map will be published by the Town of Roseboom. (607) 437-0650 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10101248990541530&set=gm.2053954575251912&idorvanity=128618074452248

FUNDRAISER—9 a.m. to noon. Annual Fall Book Sale. Gently-used books, media and more to benefit Kinney Memorial Library. Today only, $5.00 Bag Sale where visitors can stuff a provided grocery bag with as many books as it can hold. The Meeting House, 3080 County Highway 11, Hartwick. (607) 293-6600.

FALL CRAFT FAIR—10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop local vendors, get food from the McQueens’ Cuisine food truck and enter to win the basket raffle. Edmeston Free Library, 26 East Street, Edmeston. (607) 965-8208 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1793440701854903?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

AUTUMN—10 a.m. to noon. “Hot Cocoa 5K and 10K Walk, Run, and Stroll.” Make life sweeter for people with developmental disabilities. A benefit for The Arc Otsego’s Helping Hands Fund. Pre-registration required; fees apply. Neahwa Park, Oneonta. (607) 432-8595 or https://thearcotsegohotcocoa5krun1kwalkrunroll.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=7922

FUNDRAISER—Noon. “Black Cat Awareness Month Bingo.” Brunch and bingo featuring fun prizes, basket raffles and food by Jammings. Minimum food purchase applies. Super Heroes Humane Society at Brew U, 99 Main Street, Oneonta. (607) 441-3227 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2729285310921297?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

LIVE MUSIC—1-3 p.m. “Sunday Sessions with Jessie Elizabeth.” The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/1603488491376262/?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

GARDENING—1 p.m. “Plant and Sip.” Fees apply. Presented by the Oneonta Garden Club. Social Eats Café, 546 Main Street, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1432953102313655&set=a.617556033853370

HALLOWEEN—1-4 p.m. “7th Annual Halloween Party/Community Fun Day.” Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1472009591629111&set=pcb.1472020328294704

THEATER—2 p.m. “Night of the Living Dead: Live.” Tickets required. Also showing at 8 p.m. on 10/23 and 10/24 and at 2 p.m. on 10/25. Presented by Bigger Dreams Productions at Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or https://www.foothillspac.org/

FUNDRAISER—2-7 p.m. Benefit Supporting Kimberly Goodspeed’s Breast Cancer Journey. Food, auction, 50/50 raffle, music and more. VFW Post 2338, 752 State Highway 20, West Winfield. (315) 940-1599 or (607) 373-7167 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=2952853091719724&set=gm.2692343991162546&idorvanity=795418347521796

CONCERT—3 p.m. Live music by Sophia Stoyanovich, violin, and Derek Wang, piano. Presented by The Friends of Music of Stamford. Suggested donation applies. Hosted by the First Presbyterian Church of Stamford, 96 Main Street, Stamford. https://friendsmusic.org

FUNDRAISER—5-7 p.m. “Local Food—Local Spirits.” An evening of sweet and savory tasting bites made with ingredients grown in our region. A benefit for the Cooperstown Farmers’ Market. Fees apply. Cooperstown Farmers’ Market, 101 Main Street, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1692152129587950&set=a.506675814802260

MUSIC—6 p.m. “Oneonta Kirtan: Interfaith Devotional Music Meditation.” Held first Sunday of each month. First Presbyterian Church of Oneonta, 296 Main Street, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10228828139122855&set=gm.2290107181552034&idorvanity=1570299106866182

Monday, October 19

OTSEGO COUNTY—9 a.m. Otsego County Parent Committee Budget Workshops: Administration. Chaired by Margaret Kennedy. Budget Lab, Basement, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown.

SENIOR MEALS—Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of cream of broccoli soup, egg salad sandwich, three-bean salad and no-bake cookies. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• 11:30 a.m. Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Noon. Each Monday and Wednesday. Cherry Valley Facilities Corporation Café, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley.

CONNECTIONS—Noon to 12:30 p.m. Lunch. Suggested donation applies. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—1 p.m. “Medicare 101 with Mandy Rogers of the Office for the Aging.” Free and open to all ages. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

BOOSTER CLUB—6 p.m. Monthly meeting of the Cooperstown Central School Sports Booster Club. Held the third Monday of each month. Main Office, Cooperstown High School, 39 Linden Avenue, Cooperstown. ccssportsboosterclub@gmail.com

COOKBOOK CLUB—6 p.m. Edmeston Free Library, 26 East Street, Edmeston. (607) 965-8208 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1519630720198518&set=a.544469607714639

HISTORICAL SOCIETY—6:30 p.m. “Otsego County Photography.” Presented by Wayne Wright. Free. Otego Historical Society at the Otego Town Hall, 3526 State Highway 7, Otego. (607) 287-4095.

Tuesday, October 20

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS—8-9 a.m. Community members gather to chat about what’s happening around Oneonta. Held each Tuesday. Green Earth Health Market, 4 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-6600 or https://www.greenearthoneonta.com/class-schedule

OTSEGO COUNTY—9 a.m. Otsego County Parent Committee Budget Workshops: Human Services. Chaired by Adrienne Martini. Budget Lab, Basement, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown.

STORYTIME—9 a.m. Open to kids ages 0-3. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

COMMUNITY HIKE—9:45 a.m. Hike with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring appropriate equipment/water and be aware of your level of fitness. This week’s hike will be at Arnold Lake Ski Area, Milford. (607) 431-8010 or https://susqadk.org/

WORKSHOP—10 a.m. to noon. “Art for Homeschoolers.” Make a paper mache pumpkin with instructor Antoinette Basso. Open to kids ages 6-12. Strawberry Hall, Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1399608605641143&set=a.418484840420196

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of omelet, sausage, hash browns, muffin and a fruit cup. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Each Tuesday and Thursday. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs.

VETERANS—1 p.m. “Her Service, Her Health: From Menstruation to Menopause.” Chat and chew virtual program on women veterans health, equity, and resources. Presented online by the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services. (888) 838-7697 or https://meetny-gov.webex.com/webappng/sites/meetny-gov/meeting/register/d5f2cdea1eab43cd9165fbc31fe4e715?ticket=4832534b000000077062c50ea92624d7feb5df7174f7b40badb9d0e9fca40556f8e1eec35adcdd05&timestamp=1791300585249&RGID=r0e211034d44275723566c3918e90401b&isAutoPopRegisterForm=false

AGING—2-4 p.m. Office hours with the Otsego County Office for the Aging. Edmeston Free Library, 26 East Street, Edmeston. (607) 965-8208 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1519630720198518&set=a.544469607714639

STITCH & CHAT—5:30-7 p.m. Welcoming space to knit, crochet, weave, embroider and more with fellow crafters of all levels. Held third Tuesday of each month. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980 or https://hmloneonta.org/adult-programs/

MEN’S GATHERING—7:30 p.m. “Forging The Whispers: Unpacking Past and Present.” A grounded confidential space for men to drop the mask, step out of isolation, process life’s heavy weights and support each other. Presented in person by reGathering at The Telegraph School, 83 Alden Street, Cherry Valley. (607) 264-3785 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1506238111554869&set=a.452254336953257

Wednesday, October 21

OTSEGO COUNTY—9 a.m. Otsego County Parent Committee Budget Workshops: Public Safety and Legal Affairs. Chaired by Daniel Wilber. Budget Lab, Basement, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown.

SENIOR MEALS—Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of roast pork dinner, stuffing, wax beans and banana bread. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• 11:30 a.m. Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Noon. Each Monday and Wednesday. Cherry Valley Facilities Corporation Café, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley.

TECH HELP—1:30-4:30 p.m. Registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

ART—5:30 p.m. “Community Painting Class.” Fees apply. Gym, Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, Edmeston. (607) 965-8377 ext. 147 or https://pathfindervillage.org/events

GAME NIGHT—6 p.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

ANNUAL MEETING—6-8 p.m. 2026 Annual Meeting of the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego County. Annual business meeting followed by a reception with hors d’oeuvres and refreshments from local producers. Mingle, chat, and learn about innovative educational programs and outreach. Craven Lounge, Morris Conference Center, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. (518) 234-4303 ext. 119 or https://cceschoharie-otsego.org/events/2026/10/21/2026-annual-meeting

FLUTE CHOIR—6:30-8 p.m. Play the flute with the Butternut Valley Flute Choir. A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere to make music together, featuring popular favorites to classical music. All welcome. Fees apply. Held Wednesdays through 10/21. Butternut Valley Arts and Crafts Center, 124 West Main Street, Morris. BarbaraSiesel@gmail.com or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122124086510775799&set=gm.3608312292652895&idorvanity=635887766562044

Thursday, October 22

LOCAL FOOD—11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fruit and Veggies Farmer’s Market. Clinic Lobby, Bassett Medical Center, 1 Atwell Drive, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=2002682227346873&set=gm.10162062235876841&idorvanity=67159951840

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of chicken and wild rice casserole, cauliflower, green beans, and a fruit cup. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Each Tuesday and Thursday. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs.

CONNECTIONS—Noon to 12:30 p.m. Lunch. Suggested donation applies. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—Noon. “Tech Support with Eric.” Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—Noon. “Connections Book Group.” Led by Heather, the village librarian. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—12:30 p.m. “Genealogy.” Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CRAFTING—1 p.m. “Decorative Holiday Plate.” Suggested donation applies; registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

CANASTA—5:30 p.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

Friday, October 23

BEGINNER MAHJONG—9 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

OTSEGO COUNTY—9 a.m. Otsego County Parent Committee Budget Workshops: Public Works. Chaired by Keith McCarty. Budget Lab, Basement, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown.

COFFEE & PUZZLES—10 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of sweet sausage, baked beans, mixed vegetables and pudding. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php

HALLOWEEN—5:30-8:30 p.m. “Things That Go BUMP in the Night Ghost Tours.” Explore the historic village by lantern light. Six time slots available for small group tours. Tickets required. Also held Fridays and Saturday through 10/30. Fenimore Farm and Country Village, 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1450 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2067017297253333/2067017303919999/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechani

PLANETARIUM—7 p.m. “Planetary Nebula: Ghosts of the Cosmos.” Explore how planetary nebulae form and how astronomers are working to further their understanding of these cosmic phenomena through 3D models. For ages 10+. Open to the public. Fees apply; registration required. SUNY Oneonta Planetarium, Perna Science Building, Room 018A, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. (607) 436-2011 or https://oneonta.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx?cid=180

Saturday, October 24

COOPERSTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 101 Main Street, Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8881 or https://www.otsego2000.org/cooperstown-farmers-market

ONEONTA FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to noon. Huntington Memorial Park, Dietz Street, Oneonta. https://oneontafarmersmarket.org/

COFFEE GROUP—9:15 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

KIDS—10 a.m. to noon. “Saturday STEM Club.” Oneonta Boys and Girls Club, 70 River Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1133 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1549438623894079&set=a.557601523077799

HALLOWEEN—10 a.m. “Run For Your Life Zombie Race.” 5K Run featuring zombies and a costume contest. RDC Field, 47 Clifton Street, Unadilla. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122217798596571608&set=a.122170363052571608

PLANETARIUM—Family-friendly shows open to the public. Fees apply. SUNY Oneonta Planetarium, Perna Science Building, Room 018A, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. (607) 436-2011 or https://oneonta.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx?cid=180
• 10:30 a.m. “Betelgeuse’s Galactic Vacation: An Alien’s Search for Planets.”
• 11:30 a.m. “The Sky Tonight.”

BEVERAGE TRAIL—11 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Cooperstown Beverage Trail: Boos and Cruise Trolley Tour.” Get into your favorite Halloween costume and sample wine, beer, cider, and spirits along the Beverage Trail. Includes lunch at High Burl Brewery. 21+ only. Tickets required. Pick-up and drop-off is at Brewery Ommegang, 656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown. (607) 400-1001 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1439330618341631&set=a.407002051574498

HALLOWEEN—1-4 p.m. “Little’s Halloween Party.” Costumes encouraged. Fees apply. Interskate 88, 5185 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 432-0366 or https://www.facebook.com/events/4009233389379071/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

HALLOWEEN—2-3:30 p.m. “Community Trick-or-Treating and Haunted Hall.” Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, Edmeston. (607) 965-8377 ext. 147 or https://pathfindervillage.org/events

WORKSHOP—2-4 p.m. Make a stained glass snowflake with the staff from The Studio for Arts and Crafts. Fees apply; registration required. Materials provided. Strawberry Hall, Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1404910495110954&set=a.418484840420196

HALLOWEEN—3-5 p.m. “Kids Halloween Party.” Spooktacular evening of fun with carved pumpkin contest, costume parade and folklore stories. Tickets required. Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown. (607) 547-5098 or https://www.hydehall.org/upcoming-events

ART BUSINESS—3-5 p.m. “Professional Development: Time Management for Artists.” Free. RSVP required. Headwaters Arts Center, 66 Main Street, Stamford. (607) 214-6040 or https://roxburyartsgroup.org/workshops/timemanagement-artists

HALLOWEEN—5:30-8:30 p.m. “Things That Go BUMP in the Night Ghost Tours.” Explore the historic village by lantern light. Six time slots available for small group tours. Tickets required. Also held Fridays and Saturday through 10/30. Fenimore Farm and Country Village, 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1450 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2067017297253333/2067017303919999/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechani

MUSIC—5:30 p.m. Hartwick College Honor Band Concert. Anderson Theater, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. https://www.hartwick.edu/academics/academic-departments/music-department/music-events/

OPEN MIC—7-9 p.m. “Coffee House.” Singers, writers, musicians, and more are invited to share works. 10-20 minute slots. Light refreshments available. Free, open to the public. Held each 4th Saturday. Schuyler Lake United Methodist Church, 128 Church Street, Schuyler Lake. (315) 858-2523.

HALLOWEEN—7-10 p.m. “Big Kids, Teens and Adults Halloween Party.” Costumes encouraged. Fees apply. Interskate 88, 5185 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 432-0366 or https://www.facebook.com/events/4009233389379071/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

HALLOWEEN—7 p.m. to midnight. “Rocky Horror Vampire Ball.” Second Annual Lythik Noir Vampire Ball. Featuring food, flash tats, music, dancing and more from 7-10 p.m., followed by a screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” with live band and guest vocalists/musician, from 10 p.m. to midnight. Open to ages 18+. Cash bar available to ages 21+. Fees apply. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080 or https://www.foothillspac.org/

Sunday, October 25

HALLOWEEN—9:30 a.m. to noon. 26th Annual Coop Loop 5K and 10K Race. Costumes encouraged. Fees apply; registration required. Race starts and ends at the Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. (607) 547-2800 ext. 111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/911880908346757/?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

LIVE MUSIC—1-3 p.m. “Sunday Sessions with Simon Elijah.” The Gatehouse, 129 Main Street, Morris. (607) 285-4111 or https://www.facebook.com/events/4405490866370675/?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

Monday, October 26

DEADLINE—Last day to register for community dinner of chicken and biscuits, vegetable, tossed salad, dessert, tea, and coffee. Fees apply. Veterans eat free. Held 10/28. Oneonta Elks Lodge, 84-86 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1312.

BREAKFAST WITH THE BOARD—8-9 a.m. Casual meet and greet with Village of Cooperstown trustees to discuss local projects, agenda items, more. Includes coffee and donuts. All welcome. Held fourth Monday of each month. Village Board Room, Village Hall, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown.

OTSEGO COUNTY—9 a.m. Otsego County Parent Committee Budget Workshops: Intergovernmental Affairs. Chaired by Andrew Marietta. Budget Lab, Basement, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown.

HAWKWATCH—10:30 a.m. “Hawkwatch Volunteer Raptor ID Training.” Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Sanctuary, Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch, 52 Grange Hall Road Spur, Oneonta. salothomas@gmail.com or https://doas.us/hawkwatch-volunteer-raptor-id-trainings/

OTSEGO COUNTY—10:45 a.m. Otsego County Parent Committee Budget Workshops: Solid Waste and Environmental Concerns. Chaired by James Powers. Budget Lab, Basement, Otsego County Office Building, 197 Main Street, Cooperstown.

SENIOR MEALS—Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of Philly cheeseburger, O’Brien potatoes, Brussels sprouts and fruit cocktail. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• 11:30 a.m. Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Noon. Each Monday and Wednesday. Cherry Valley Facilities Corporation Café, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley.

CONNECTIONS—Noon to 12:30 p.m. Lunch. Suggested donation applies. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CONNECTIONS—12:45 p.m. “Card Making with Gloria.” Limited space available, registration required. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

Tuesday, October 27

STORYTIME—9 a.m. Open to kids ages 0-3. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

COMMUNITY HIKE—9:45 a.m. Hike with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring appropriate equipment/water and be aware of your level of fitness. This week’s hike will be at Homer Folks Forest, Oneonta. (607) 431-8010 or https://susqadk.org/

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of chicken cacciatore, rotini in sauce, Italian-blend vegetables and peanut butter cookies. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Each Tuesday and Thursday. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs.

DEEP DIVE—2 p.m. “Fenimore Deep-Dive: Ann Cannon, Curator of American Art.” Take a closer look at artwork or objects from the Fenimore Art Museum’s extensive collections. Presented last Tuesday of each month online via Zoom. Registration required.
Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1400 or https://fenimoreartmuseum.org/calendar-a-4

Wednesday, October 28

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP—10 a.m. Free group open to all aged 18+, drop-ins welcome. Facilitated by staff trained in grief and loss. A safe and confidential space to focus on understanding the grief process, make sense of strong emotions, and learn from other community members. Held fourth Wednesday of each month. Cobleskill United Methodist Church, 107 Church Street, Cobleskill. (607) 432-5525.

SENIOR MEALS—Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of fish on a bun, coleslaw, potato salad and chef’s choice dessert. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• 11:30 a.m. Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Noon. Each Monday and Wednesday. Cherry Valley Facilities Corporation Café, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley.

TECH HELP—1:30-4:30 p.m. Registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

HALLOWEEN—5-7 p.m. “Halloween Cake Class with The Mix Bakery.” Fees apply; registration required. The Green Giraffe, 179 Main Street, Unadilla. (607) 369-3234 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=993054630489604&set=a.108861962242213

HALLOWEEN—5 p.m. “Halloween in the Halls.” All welcome. Starts with a carnival in the Hunt Union at 5 p.m., followed by trick-or-treating in the halls from 6-8 p.m. Meet at Hunt Union, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. Olivia.schuler@oneonta.edu or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=29016068108081274&set=gm.38650528047928986&idorvanity=208884682520136

HALLOWEEN—6-8 p.m. “Trunk or Treat.” Oneonta Boys and Girls Club, 70 River Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1133 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1563134965857778&set=a.557601523077799

MOVIE NIGHT—6:30 p.m. “Movie on the Porch.” 17th-century witches are resurrected on Halloween in “Hocus Pocus” (PG). Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

Thursday, October 29

VOLUNTEER—11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fight Hunger in Otsego County. Help staff unload deliveries of food and other items for families in need. Cooperstown Food Pantry, 25 Church Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8902 or https://cooperstownfoodpantry.org/

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of turkey dinner, stuffing, cauliflower and birthday cake. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php
• Each Monday-Friday. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta.
• Each Tuesday and Thursday. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann Street, Richfield Springs.

CONNECTIONS—Noon to 12:30 p.m. Lunch. Suggested donation applies. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1197122360496714

CRAFTING—1 p.m. “Woven Plate Basket.” Suggested donation applies; registration required. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

CANASTA—5:30 p.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

HALLOWEEN—6-7:30 p.m. “Halloween Dance.” DJ, dessert and punch. Costumes welcome. Presented by The Arc Otsego at The Elks Club, 84 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1732741152186940&set=a.161166709344400

Friday, October 30

BEGINNER MAHJONG—9 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

COFFEE & PUZZLES—10 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $4 for seniors, $11 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of ziti with meatballs, garlic bread, tossed salad and tropical fruit. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta. (607) 547-6454 or https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/office_for_the_aging/index.php

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 through 11/6. The Smithy Clay Studio, 1 Otsego Court, Cooperstown. Gallery@SmithyArts.org or https://smithy-clay-studio.jumbula.com/Autumn2026/OpenStudio8Weeks

HALLOWEEN—3:30 p.m. “Halloween Film Night.” Starts at 3:30 p.m. with “Toy Story of Terror,” followed at 4 p.m. by “Hocus Pocus.” Concessions available. Village Library of Cooperstown, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8344 or https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1577815864386202&set=a.557428283091637

QUILTING—5 p.m. “Friday Night Delights: Fall Table Runner.” A fun project that can be completed in one session. Series held the last Friday of each month. Fees apply; registration required. Leatherstocking Quilts, 155 Main Street, Suite B, Oneonta. (607) 441-3111 or https://leatherstocking-quilts.square.site/classes

HALLOWEEN—5:30-8:30 p.m. “Things That Go BUMP in the Night Ghost Tours.” Explore the historic village by lantern light. Six time slots available for small group tours. Tickets required. Also held Fridays and Saturday through 10/30. Fenimore Farm and Country Village, 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1450 or https://www.facebook.com/events/2067017297253333/2067017303919999/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechani

Saturday, October 31
HALLOWEEN

SATURDAY HIKE—All day. Scenic excursion with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring a packed lunch, snacks and water. Dress appropriately and bring equipment for the weather/trail conditions. Pre-registration required. This week’s hike will be the Clapper Hollow State Forest, Jefferson. (607) 431-8010 or https://susqadk.org/saturday-hikes/

COOPERSTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 101 Main Street, Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8881 or https://www.otsego2000.org/cooperstown-farmers-market

ONEONTA FARMERS’ MARKET—9 a.m. to noon. Huntington Memorial Park, Dietz Street, Oneonta. https://oneontafarmersmarket.org/

COFFEE GROUP—9:15 a.m. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1041799608480754&set=pcb.1041800028480712

HALLOWEEN—10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Halloween Spirit Fest.” Healers, readers and vendors plus free workshops. Registration/fees may be required. Institute for Spiritual Development, 297 River Street Service Road, Suite 3, Oneonta. https://www.facebook.com/events/1425903045773683/?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

HALLOWEEN—10:30 a.m.; line up at 10 a.m. “Hometown Halloween Parade.” Pet parade, costume contest and more. Meet on the lawn at Roasted Coffee House, 36 Main Street, Sidney. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=27827045633632406&set=gm.1815844922760905

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 through 11/6. The Smithy Clay Studio, 1 Otsego Court, Cooperstown. Gallery@SmithyArts.org or https://smithy-clay-studio.jumbula.com/Autumn2026/OpenStudio8Weeks

HALLOWEEN—5 p.m. “Cooperstown Halloween Parade.” Come in costume and parade up Main Street. Gather on the lawn the Village Library of Cooperstown, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8344 or https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1576734757827646&set=a.557428283091637

CONCERT—7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m. “Concert II: A Halloween Symphony Spooktacular.” The Catskill Symphony Orchestra celebrates Halloween with playful, accessibly spooky music for the season. Tickets required. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 269-7501 or https://www.catskillsymphonyorchestra.org/

HALLOWEEN—8 p.m. “Dance for Democracy: Halloween Costume Party Fundraiser.” Cherry Valley Artworks, The Star Theater at The Foundry, 44 Main Street, Cherry Valley. (607) 264-3080 or https://cvartworks.org/2026-season/

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