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Eric was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil on January 5, 1942, the son of Harold and Martha Vivian Wilson. His formative years were spent living with his parents and sister Wendy in both Rio de Janeiro and Scarsdale, New York, as his father worked for ESSO in Brazil. He graduated from Scarsdale High School, earned a BA in economics and business at Washington and Lee University, an MBA at Cornell University, and his CPA degree at Florida International University.…
CONCERT—3 p.m. “Salute to Veterans.” Presented by the Oneonta Community Concert Band. Free and open to the public. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 437-1529 or visit https://www.facebook.com/oneontacommunityconcertband/…
This week's news briefs include information about a new COVID vaccine, various workshops, an upcoming meeting of the Oneonta Democratic Club, the Grand and Glorious Fall Fair and more.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 Community Christmas Dinner COMMUNITY DINNER – 12:30-2:30 p.m. “36th Annual Friends of Christmas Community Dinner: A Holiday Tradition of Hope and Togetherness.” Registration appreciated. Sign up to reserve a spot at the table, for a pick-up, or a delivery meal. Serving up to 20 miles around Oneonta, including Stamford. Free. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 431-8025 or visit https://friendsofchristmas.org/flyer…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21 Caroling in Cooperstown CAROLING – 6-7:30 p.m. “3rd Annual Christmas Caroling.” All welcome. Walk the village with the group and sing for the holiday season. Prior knowledge of songs not required. Meet at Santa’s House, Pioneer Park, Main Street, Cooperstown. Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/321873527872198 DONATION DRIVE—9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drop off a gift card (with activation information) by December 21 to support residents impacted by the 12/9 explosion in West End, Oneonta. First United Methodist Church, 66…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27 Music from the Hyde Hall Collection CONCERT—7:30 p.m. “Adam Kent, Piano.” Oneonta Concert Association presents this award-winning pianist performing pieces discovered in the Hyde Hall collection. Tickets, $25. First United Methodist Church of Oneonta, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. Visit https://oneontaconcertassociation.org/ BLOOD DRIVE—Noon to 6 p.m. Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 ‘Around The World in 80 Minutes’ with the Oneonta Concert Association CONCERT—7:30 p.m. “Around the World in 80 Minutes” by countertenor Terry Barber, accompanied by a pianist and wind player. Tickets, $25. Presented by Oneonta Concert Association at the First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. https://oneontaconcertassociation.org/ RUMMAGE SALE—9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rummage sale with $2 bag sale. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-4102.…
Following Father’s Footsteps, Noted Sitarist Returns to Oneonta By IAN KENYON ONEONTA – At the early age of 5, a young Arjun Verma embarked on the tutelage that would ultimately shape his life. Verma, son of world-renown sitarist Roop Verma, fondly recalled the initial experiences that impressed upon him not only a curiosity but an affection for the sitar—that quickly advanced him from young enthusiast to joining his father on stage before the Yoga Society of New York in 1992…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Find Fun Holiday Gifts HOLIDAY BAZAAR – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Get ready for the holidays. Many vendors will be selling cookies, Jewelry, Antiques, Collectibles, Crafts, Natural Products and more. Also, stop at the Book Nook for your next read or at the snack bar. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-4102 or visit firstumc-oneonta.org BE AN ANGEL – The Angel Tree Program has returned. The community is invited to adopt a…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Classical Music of Northern India with Oneonta Concert Association CONCERT – 7:30 p.m. Oneonta Concert Association presents sitar concert in the classic Northern Indian style as performed by Arjun Verma, student/son to renowned Oneonta-based sitarist Roop Verma. Performance will be accompanied by Naren Budhakar on tabla. Tickets, $25/adult. Performance at The First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 376-7283 or visit oneontaconcertassociation.org VOTE – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Early voting is open for…