“I took an interest in development work and saw the chamber as a great way to put my skills to the test,” Nicolari said. “Nonprofit work is the core of what CGP teaches, for those who think that museum work has nothing to do with the chamber.”…
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FESTIVAL—10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Cooperstown Artisan Festival.” Find local vendors selling artwork, clothing, apparel, food and more over the Labor Day weekend. Free admission. Held rain or shine. Continues 8/31. On the lawn of the Otsego County Campus, 193-197 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-9983 or https://www.cooperstownartisanfestival.info/…
When I first arrived in Cooperstown as a student at the Cooperstown Graduate Program, I had no idea just how deeply this place would come to feel like home. Now, having recently graduated and stepped into my new role as operations coordinator with the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce, I’m excited to officially introduce myself to the community that has already shown me so much warmth and kindness.…
Polly Renckens was the first executive director of Otsego 2000, an organization that was founded as Friends of P.R.O.T.E.C.T. to challenge the proposed location of the Marcy South powerline along the eastern ridge of Otsego Lake.…
Polly Renckens passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, surrounded by her loving children. She was 81. Born in Syracuse, New York, Polly was the third of four children of Helen and Ray Parrott. A graduate of SUNY Fredonia and Syracuse University’s Maxwell School, she met and married the love of her life, Jim Renckens. Together they raised three children and built community wherever they lived—from running the Hickory Grove Inn in Cooperstown to founding cherished institutions like the Cooperstown…
The opening of a new shop in the Village of Cooperstown, an update on gas prices, Franklin Stage Company's upcoming season and funds raised for Special Olympics are the topics covered in today's news briefs.…
Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just looking for a fun outing, Montezuma has something for everyone—including an outdoor stage, a fenced dog park, and seasonal wine slushies.…
A screening of "Becoming," free county-sponsored CPR classes, an upcoming wine tasting fundraiser and a call for the location of feral cat colonies are among the topics covered in this week's briefs.…
The chamber offers a range of initiatives to support local businesses, including networking and educational events. These initiatives help businesses stay apprised of industry trends, connect with potential partners and learn from experienced professionals.…
The annual "Cookies and Crafts" vendor fair, three new art exhibits at SUNY Oneonta and a Friends' Concert for Hurricane Relief are among the topics covered in this weeks news briefs.…
