By: Larissa Ryan
02/26/2021 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27

BEETHOVEN CONVERSATIONS – 7 p.m. Tune in for musical soiree ‘Beethoven in Love – Songs and the Only Opera’ featuring pre-recorded presentation on Beethoven followed by live Q&A session with Maciej Żółtowski, Music Director, and Thomas Wolf, Executive Director. Q&A limited to 10 patrons. Please RSVP. Next conversation to be held 3/27 on ‘Beethoven Conspiracy – the Illuminati’. Presented by The Catskill Symphony Orchestra. E-mail cso@oneonta.edu to rsvp.’

By: Larissa Ryan
12/18/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19

PICK-UP PANCAKES – 9 – 11 a.m. Pick up kits to make pancakes for the Cooperstown PTA Pancake Breakfast. Support various program and enjoy delicious pancakes with real maple syrup at home. Presented by Cooperstown Parent Teacher Association. Visit www.cooperstowncs.org/article/360166?org=cooperstown-csd for info.

By: Larissa Ryan
12/14/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15

ART TALK – 2 p.m. ‘Winter in the Arkell Museum Permanent Collection’ discussion with curator Mary Alexander. Learn how winter is portrayed in works by Walter Launt Palmer, Edward Redfield, many others in permanent collection. Free Zoom conference. Presented by Arkell Museum. 518-673-2314 ext. 113 or visit www.arkellmuseum.org/events-calendar

By: Larissa Ryan
12/11/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12

FOOD DRIVE, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Help the Cooperstown Food Pantry by contributing food and personal care items at the annual Cooperstown Emergency Squad food drive in the Price Chopper parking lot, 113 Chestnut St. Canned tuna, peanut butter and jelly, and items like shampoo or body wash, etc., especially needed. The goal is “to fill the back of the ambulance, maybe twice!”
OTEGO HOLIDAY TOUR, 4-6 p.m. – See Otego during holiday season. Enjoy treats from Santa, drive thru nativity scene, opportunity to view Otego Christmas tree, a holiday dinner (pre-registration preferred). Please wear a mask & practice social distancing when out of the car. Please bring dry goods or hygiene products to donate to local food banks. Presented by Harris Memorial Library. 607-988-6661 or visit www.facebook.com/events/3708320132564206/

By: Larissa Ryan
09/04/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

EXHIBIT OPENING – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. View exhibit ‘Two Presidents, One Photographer’ showing 56 photographs by Pete Souza of Democratic President Barack Obama and Republican President Ronald Reagan. On view through 12/31. The Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. 607-547-1400 or visit www.facebook.com/fenimoreartmuseum/
COVID-19 TESTING – 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Stop in for free Covid Test with results in 15 minutes. Help stop the spread. Testing by appointment only. 3 locations in Oneonta. Oneonta Armory, 4 Academy St.; Foothills Performing Arts Center, 24 Market St.; St. James Church, 305 Main St. Call 833-NYSTRNG for an appointment.

By: Larissa Ryan
08/28/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

DRIVE-IN MOVIES – 8 p.m. Come out for a fun outdoor movie experience. This week showing ‘Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory.’ Movie starts at dusk. Free admission, donations welcome. Foothills Performing Arts Center Parking Lot, Oneonta. 607-353-7143 or visit www.facebook.com/TheOtsegoCountyChamber/

By: Larissa Ryan
08/21/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, AUGUST 22

DRIVE-IN MOVIES – 8 p.m. Come out for a fun outdoor movie experience. This week showing ‘Mary Poppins.’ Movie starts at dusk. Free admission, donations welcome. Foothills Performing Arts Center Parking Lot, Oneonta. 607-353-7143 or visit www.facebook.com/TheOtsegoCountyChamber/

By: Larissa Ryan
08/14/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, AUGUST 15

ART BY THE LAKE – Annual art exhibit goes virtual. View artworks celebrating Otsego Lake presented by The Fenimore Art Museum online at www.fenimoreartmuseum.org

By: Larissa Ryan
08/07/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, AUGUST 8

DINE ON MAIN – 4:30 p.m. Enjoy a socially distanced evening out. Enjoy diner and support local businesses on Main Street Oneonta.

By: Larissa Ryan
02/28/2020 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29

OPERA – 12:55 p.m. Performance of “Agrippina,” by Handel, streaming live from Metropolitan Opera House. Cost, $20/adult. Foothills Performing Arts Center, Oneonta. 607-431-2080 or visit www.foothillspac.org

By: Larissa Ryan
02/22/2020 5:00 pm
By: Larissa Ryan
05/31/2017 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, JUNE 1

OPENING RECEPTION – 5:30-7 p.m. “Our Town” exhibit featuring works by the students of the Cooperstown High School. The Fenimore Art Museum, 5798 NY-80, Cooperstown. Info, www.fenimoreartmuseum.org/Our-Town
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS – 6-8 p.m. Come meet young professionals from the Otsego area. Allen Ruffles will host with representatives from local businesses like Bassett, NYSHA, NYCM, NY Life, and Otsego County. They will be giving resume and application tips, interviewing advice, and presenting about their businesses. Rustic Ridge Winery, 2805 St. Hwy. 80, Burlington Flats, Info, www.facebook.com/YoungProfessionalsNetworkYPN/

By: Larissa Ryan
05/24/2017 5:00 pm
By: Larissa Ryan
05/17/2017 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, MAY 18

MARDI GRAS – 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fundraiser for Oneonta Pridefest. Enjoy a fabulous party with appetizers from Humphrey’s, beads and masks, a photo booth, raffles, and more. Admission, $5. Humphrey’s, 437 Main St., Oneonta. Info, www.facebook.com/events/393988020988511/
WRITERS SALON – 7:30-9 p.m. Opens with an open mic followed by a presentation from author of the month, Jake Wolff. Community Arts Network of Oneonta. Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Ave., Oneonta. Info, www.canoneonta.org/calendar/

By: Larissa Ryan
05/10/2017 5:00 pm
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, MAY 11

MUSIC AT THE MANSION – 6:30-8 p.m. Free event features open mic for solo and small ensemble musicians followed by an intermission and then a featured performance. Community Arts Network of Oneonta, Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Ave., Oneonta. Info, www.canoneonta.org/calendar/
HISTORY PROGRAM – 6:30 p.m. Dr. John Davis, retired physician & hospital historian, presents on Dr. M.I. Bassett & The History of Bassett Hospital. Kinney Memorial Library, Cty. Hwy. 11, Hartwick. Info, www.facebook.com/OtsegoIsHistory/ , Deb Mackenzie, (607) 293-6635, Harriett Geywits, (315) 858-2575.
