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Pictured left to right from the top are: Alex Haley, Tom Amidon, Sandra DeVisser, Peter Costianes, Norm Landis and Maria Ringlund.
Author of ‘Roots’ among six inductees for the Rome Arts Hall of Fame
From a local Adirondacks nature lover to the original author of “Roots,” six past and present Romans will be inducted this year into the Rome Arts Hall of Fame. more
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Canastota Library budget hearing to take place April 18
The Canastota Public Library Board of Trustees will hold an informational meeting about the fiscal year 2023-2024 Budget. more
The new Munson is unfurled Tuesday afternoon with Anna D’Ambrosio, president and CEO of the facility leading the ceremony.
Iconic arts organization rebrands, shares vision for future
Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, the 104-year-old arts organization in Utica, has rebranded to clarify their identity and shared their vision for the future of the arts campus. more
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“The Little Boys Who Touched the Sky,” by Clinton author Peter Goodfriend.
Clinton resident publishes children’s book
Author Peter Goodfriend has released his new book, “The Little Boys Who Touched the Sky,” about the magic and joy that are a part of childhood. more
A girl looks at the moon through a telescope in Caracas, Venezuela, on Sunday, May 15, 2022. The best day to spot five planets, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus and Mars, lined up in the night sky is Tuesday, March 28, right after sunset. The five-planet array will be visible from anywhere on Earth, as long as you have clear skies.
Planets on parade: 5 will be lined up in night sky
Keep an eye to the sky this week for a chance to see a planetary hangout. more
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Herkimer Elementary School kicked off its Pick a Reading Partner program for this school year with an assembly on Monday, March 20. Among those in attendance were, from left: Jennifer Olds, Herkimer Elementary School library media specialist, holding the book “The Little House” and fourth-graders Sofie Burns and Aryanna Farington, who talk about the book.
Reading, storytelling highlighted at Herkimer Elementary
PARP for the Herkimer Elementary School will last until Monday, April 3. Students are asked to read with a partner for at least 20 minutes on at least five out of seven nights. more
“Art in Bloom,” will present vibrant, locally-produced floral designs inspired by works of art in the Museum of Art’s collection. The exhibition runs March 31 to April 2.
MWPAI announces Spring Weekend events
Four days of events and exhibitions are on tap for Spring Weekend from March 30 to April 2 at Munson-Williams, 310 Genesee St. more
CCE Oneida to hold pasture improvement program
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida Dairy for a program, “Pasture Improvement and Renovations for the Grazing Herd.” more
Adirondack Railbike Adventures announced a new brand campaign, including a new logo, slogan, and brand identity. Trips are offered in Old Forge and Tupper Lake from May to October.
Adirondack Railbike Adventures releases new brand
Adirondack Railbike Adventures announced a new brand campaign, including a new logo, slogan, and brand identity, reflecting the company’s growth as a major tourism destination. more
B Sharp concert Sunday in Utica
A free concert event presented by The B Sharp Musical Club of Utica, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 2. more
Volunteers are being sought for the annual Remsen Barn Festival of the Arts. If you are interested, please attend the next meeting at 7 p.m. March 28 at the Remsen Elementary School.
Remsen Barn Festival of the Arts seeking volunteers and members
The Remsen Barn Festival of the Arts is seeking members to participate in meetings and the extensive planning that goes into the annual Barn Festival of the Arts. more
New film commission to call Stanley Theatre home
Film Utica, Utica’s first ever fully operational film commission, received its final approval and will operate out of the Stanley Theatre, 259 Genesee St. more
This March 15 photo shows ornamental grasses left standing in Jessica Damiano’s Long Island garden over winter. The dead foliage provides shelter for hibernating pollinators and other insects until they emerge from dormancy and resume their lifecycles in mid to late spring.
COLUMN: Itching to start spring garden cleanup? Not so fast!
When the blare of the year’s first leaf blower awakened me one morning last week, I realized spring cleanup had commenced -- no matter that March could still roar like a lion. more
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Oriskany author publishes book on spirituality
“Spiritual Basics: The Truth” encompasses the basis of spirituality from basic human proclivities to modern influences. more
Jervis Public Library
Jervis hosts Unplug & Play, Get it Together Get-Together
Jervis Public Library, 613 N. Washington St., has announced events for next week. more
United States Drone Soccer is starting to take off across the nation
SUNY Poly to play host to pair of drone soccer championships
CNY Drones and SUNY Polytechnic Institute’s Academy of Model Aeronautics Student Club announce two major U.S. Drone Soccer team events for students ages 12 to 18 years old. more
Patrons at Jervis Public Library, 613 N. Washington St., utilize the variety of services offered through the library, such as computer use and books to borrow.
Jervis director lauds staff as library bustled during 2022
Jervis Public Library Executive Director Lisa M. Matte commended her staff for a successful 2022 in her annual library report. more
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DEC tweaks reservation system for campgrounds
The state Department of Environmental Conservation has made changes to reservations at DEC campgrounds for the upcoming season. more
Emilya Washeleski, of Taberg, can be seen at left with her “Camden School-like” jacket during the Wegmans commercial that aired during the Super Bowl and Oscars.
‘Farm girl’ finds success staying close to her ‘roots’
“Don’t sacrifice who you are just to get ahead, and don’t leave your roots because someone said you should or need to.” more
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A Very Merry Hobbit Party March 25
In honor of National Tolkien Reading Day, Keaton & Lloyd Bookshop, 236 W. Dominick St., will host a Very Merry Hobbit Party on Saturday, March 25, at 2 p.m. more
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