I wanted to share some thoughts about the public information meeting I attended on the future of Oneonta’s downtown. I call myself a recent “returnee” to this wonderful city. I left it in 1974, seeking a life with more opportunities than my 20-year-old self could imagine happening in Oneonta. Fast forward 50 years and newly widowed...…
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On Tuesday, February 4, the City of Oneonta Common Council met for more than two hours and covered a variety of topics in an agenda supported by 154 pages of detailed documentation. Council members approved warrants totaling $487,574.60.00 for payment by the finance director and authorized more than $280,000.00 in other expenses.…
Free lunch and free weatherization kits will be provided to all attendees who complete the class. The kits will include six surge-protected smart power strips, two LED light bulbs, five foam outlet gaskets and five foam switch gaskets, a window shrink and seal insulation kit, door sweep, premium rubber weather-stripping, and foam tape for windows and doors.…
OFA hosts this event each year to showcase the many services for seniors provided by local businesses and organizations. Topics will include housing options, Alzheimer’s and dementia, caregiver resources, recreation and fitness, health insurance plans, home care options, hospice and palliative care, health screenings, and energy saving programs.…
Briefs include info about this weekend's General Clinton Canoe Regatta, three agriculture grant programs, the HHRMC basket raffle, early voting details and more.…
WELLNESS—Noon to 2 p.m. “Spring Tea” gathering to follow the Silver Sneakers Classic. Coffee, tea and light snacks. Guests encouraged to bring a light dish to pass. Includes a brief presentation from Chestnut Park and Robinson Terrace. Registration required. Community Room, Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 432-0010 or visit https://www.oneontaymca.org/programs/special-events/…
MAKERS MARKET—10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “4th Annual Mother’s Day Craft and Vendor Show.” Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 432-4401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/southsidemall/…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, APRIL 13 Baking Contest at Southside Mall CONTEST—2 p.m. “The Southside Market Baking Contest.” Cookie contest sponsored by King Arthur Flour during the Spring Shopping event. Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 434-3454 or visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552170876619 BLOOD DRIVE—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Celebrate Easter in Otsego County EASTER EGG HUNT—10 a.m. to noon. Family fun day featuring an Easter egg hunt on state park grounds. Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown. (607) 547-5098 or visit https://hydehall.org/ EASTER—10:30 a.m. Town of Maryland Easter Egg Hunt. Open to children Pre-K through third grade. Bring your own basket. Easter Bunny available for pictures. Borst Field, Schenevus. (607) 638-1924 or visit https://www.facebook.com/marylandny EASTER—Noon to 2 p.m. “Cherry Valley Easter Egg Hunt.” Find all…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, MARCH 16 ‘Steampunk’ Music with the Fenimore Chamber Orchestra CONCERT—3 p.m. “Steampunk” concert featuring “Nonet No. 2″ by Martinů, “Grand Nonet for Winds and Strings” by Spohr, “Steampunk” by Bruce, more. Tickets, $40. Performed by the Fenimore Chamber Orchestra at Christ Church, 46 River Street, Cooperstown. Visit https://fenimoreco.org/ BLOOD DRIVE—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org…