HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, SEPT. 23 Country Blues Concert CONCERT SERIES – 7:30 p.m. Presenting Jerron“Blind Boy” Paxton the most sensational newcomer to blues. First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church St., Cooperstown. Call (607) 547-8401 or visit cooperstownconcertseries.org/jerron-blind-boy-paxton-92317-at-cooperstown-first-presbyterian-church/ ENVIRONMENT – 6 p.m. Wildlife Pathologist Ward Stone presents a talk on environmental stewardship and activism. Begins with a potluck, followed by the talk, ending with Q&A. The Star Theater, Old Village hall, 44 Main St., Cherry Valley. Call (607)264-3099 or visit www.eventbrite.com/e/wildlife-pathologist-ward-stone-talk-tickets-37473656716?aff=es2…
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2,000 ATTENDED SATURDAY Harvest Fest Gate May Break Record Mira Miler-O’Connor, 7, of Cooperstown, (in lime T-shirt, top photo) was among the youngsters delighting at Dickens the Clown’s juggling fiery sticks – and, from time to time, dropping a few – today at The Farmers’ Museum’s 39th annual Harvest Festival, which wrapped up at 4 p.m. Museum officials said 2,000 people attended Saturday, close to a record, and today’s sunny skies and temperatures in the low 80s drew local a similar…
History Comes Alive At 39th Harvest Festival At The Farmers’ Museum’s Lippitt House, Debra Decker, Roseboom, top photo, demonstrates traditional bread-making to Cooperstown native James Vineyard and daughter Olivia during the 39th annual Harvest Festival today and Sunday. At right, baby Lilly Zumpano, Utica, pets some of the sheep with her cousin Olivia Zumpano, Saratoga Springs. The event , which also features demonstrations in boat carving, dancing, wagon rides, rock painting and more, runs through Sunday afternoon. (Ian Austin/AllOTSEGO.com)…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, SEPT. 17 Race On The Lake GLIMMERGLASS REGATTA – 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Celebrate the 50th regatta with Otsego sailing club. See the races on Otsego Lake. Otsego Sailing Club, 5992 St. Rt. 80, Cooperstown. Call 607-547-9473 or visit www.facebook.com/Otsego-Sailing-Club-810835935714714/ THEATER – 2 p.m. Orpheus Theater presents “Spring Awakening.” Hamblin Theater, SUNY Oneonta. Call (607) 432-9392 or visit www.orpheustheatre.org…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, SEPT. 16 Celebrate The Harvest HARVEST FESTIVAL – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate the fall harvest with food, music, and activities for all. The Farmers Museum, Cooperstown. www.farmersmuseum.org/Harvest-Festival LUMBERFEST – 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See timbersports, enjoy activities with Hanford Mills, go on a train ride, do a project, see a demonstration, more. Free, open to public. Co. Rt. 35a, Portlandville. Visit WightmanLumber.com…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, SEPT. 10 Remembering The Markets EXHIBIT RECEPTION – 2-4 p.m. Opening “Oneonta’s Neighborhood Markets” exhibit. Free admission, refreshments available. Oneonta History Center, 183 Main St., Oneonta. Call (607)432-0960 or visit www.oneontahistory.org RIDE ON! – 8 a.m. Cyclists are invited to a multi-distance bike ride to promote the communities effort to reduce the carbon footprint and promote healthy lifestyles. Rides start throughout the day. Cost, $35/person. Starts at Richfield Springs Central School. Call (607) 547-8881 or visit…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, SEPT. 9 Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, More RODEO – 7 p.m. Features Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Bronco Riding, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling. Pre-rodeo fun starts at 4 with games, food, music. Tickets, $20. Damaschke Field, Oneonta. Visit www.oneontaoutlaws.com/teams/default.asp?u=ONEONTAOUTLAWS&s=baseball&p=home HERO 5K – 10 a.m. Support your local heroes at 9/11 heroes 5K. Registration, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Fee, $35. Proceeds benefit Fly Creek Fire & EMS Depts. Fly Creek Fire Dept., 832 Co. Hwy. 26, Fly Creek. Call 6075472800…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, SEPT. 3 Fair For Labor Day FAIR – Noon-6p.m. Celebrate Labor Day and summers end with music, food from local farms and bakers, bid on artwork, check out the silent auction and rummage sale of antiques, goods, and services. Games and activities are available to keep kids entertained. Rain or Shine. Admission, pay-what-you-can, under 10 free. West Kortright Center, 49 West Kortright Church Rd., East Meredith. Visit westkc.org/event/west-kortright-fair-2017/ COOPERSTOWN ARTISANAL FESTIVAL – 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Open to…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, SEPT. 2 Arts and Artisans FINE ARTS SHOW – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Outdoor sale of fine are by over 40 CAA members includes art in oil, photography, printmaking, water color, pen & ink, drawings, pastel, more. Cooperstown Art Association, 22 Main St., Cooperstown. Visit www.cooperstownart.com/special-events.html COOPERSTOWN ARTISANAL FESTIVAL – Open to the public, area artisans will show and sell their work. Craft demonstrations will be ongoing and training for both adults and children will be available. Outside…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, AUG. 29 Working With Mediums SPIRITUAL COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP – 6-8 p.m. Bring your questions and experiences. Demonstration of Mediumship. Experience guided meditation and prayer techniques to connect with Loved Ones. Interfaith, All Welcome. Gallery ticket $25.00 per person. Darling Hill Farm Retreat, 404 Ed Herman Rd, Westford. Call (607)638-5111, RSVP Storyducey@gmail.com or visit www.darlinghillfarmretreat.com LAKEFRONT CONCERT – 7 p.m. Lipbone Redding, the no-tech one-man orchestra, weaves stories, rhythms, melodies, humor, singing, & inventive guitar playing in his…
