Hometown Oneonta 07-13-23

Mayor Is Treated for Embolism

ONEONTA

Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek was treated for a pulmonary embolism at

Fox Emergency Department on Sunday, July 9, he announced on Facebook. He received a rapid diagnosis from Oneonta Specialty Services, part of the Bassett Healthcare Network. Drnek was in high spirits Monday and briefly visited City Hall to swear in Edmond Overbey as Seventh Ward council member. He said he plans to attend upcoming Common Council meetings and will continue to perform his duties. Pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot, usually from elsewhere in the body, lodges in the arteries in the lungs. It can kill rapidly if not caught and treated. Drnek expressed his gratitude to the medical team for its quick intervention and to his wife, Betsy Holland, for insisting he be examined. He initially attributed his shortness of breath to overexertion in the heat while visiting businesses. “We are so very lucky to have such quality medical facilities and practitioners right here in the City of Oneonta. From the bottom of my heart… thank you for all you do!” he concluded.

County Cancels Auction Following May 25th Supreme Court Ruling

By CASPAR EWIG OTSEGO COUNTY

The Otsego County property tax foreclosure auction scheduled for August 16 has been cancelled and the entire in rem foreclosure procedure has been suspended as a result of the uncertainty created by a recent decision from the Supreme Court of the United States regarding the handling of surplus monies derived from the sale of properties at tax foreclosure auctions.

“The lack of income from the auction sales will affect the present county budget,” Otsego County Treasurer Allen Ruffles noted, “because we had budgeted $650,000.00 in anticipated receipts for the fiscal year 2023.”

However, Ruffles said this negative announcement is blunted by the good news that the county will be able to offset some of that loss via other means.

“The treasurer’s office has been more aggressive in investing its funds, and that policy—coupled with the general rise in interest rates—has allowed us to realize an additional $308,000.00 over and above interest income achieved in the last fiscal year,” Ruffles pointed out.

“Also, we are on the road to saving on expenses, since we are halfway through the fiscal year and yet have only incurred 46 percent of anticipated expenses,” he continued.

At the current pace, the county will realize additional savings such that the budgetary hole as a result of the foreclosure postponement is estimated to be in the neighborhood

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Joe Torre Named to HoF Board of Directors

COOPERSTOWN

Joe Torre has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, bringing the total number of directors to 17 for the nonprofit educational institution.

“Joe Torre’s seven-decade career in baseball—as an AllStar player, Hall of Fame manager and revered member of baseball’s leadership team—has made him a singularly respected voice of our National Pastime, and we are thrilled to welcome him to the Museum’s Board of Directors,” said Jane Forbes Clark, chairman of the Board of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. “Since his induction in 2014, Joe’s passion and dedication to the Hall of Fame has been steadfast, and his knowledge and insight will help guide the Museum into its future.”

Born July 18, 1940, in Brooklyn, Torre signed with the Milwaukee Braves in 1959. A little more than a year later, he was in the big leagues. By 1963, Torre had earned the fulltime job behind the plate in Milwaukee and was named to the first of nine All-Star Games.

Torre won the 1971 National League Most Valuable Player Award with the Cardinals and finished his playing career with a .297 batting average, 252 home runs and 2,342 hits. He managed the Mets for five seasons starting in 1977 and later skippered the Braves and Cardinals. Then, following

Photo by Teresa Winchester

Photo by Joel J. Plue

Photo by Milo Stewart Jr./ National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. JOE TORRE

Major League B-ball Draft an Annual Showcase for Future Hall of Famers

COOPERSTOWN

Since 1965, 47 Hall of Famers have been chosen in the Major League Baseball Draft, which is currently underway. History says at least one future Hall of Famer will be selected this year.

The identity of that player won’t be known for decades, but a journey to Cooperstown likely began on Sunday.

The Hall of Fame Class of 2023 features two former draft picks: Fred McGriff was taken in the ninth round by the Yankees in 1981 out of Thomas Jefferson High School in Tampa, Florida; and Scott Rolen was selected in 1993 in the second round by the Phillies from Jasper (Indiana) High School.

Since the MLB Draft began in 1965, nearly four dozen Hall of Famers have been selected by the team that eventually signed them. On average over the last 20plus years, about one Hall of Fame electee per year is a former draft choice.

Of the tens of thousands of players drafted since MLB’s amateur draft began 58 years ago, 47 players who were signed by the team that drafted them have gone on to earn a place in the Hall of Fame. The first was Johnny Bench, drafted by the Reds in the second round in 1965 and elected to the Hall of Fame in 1989. Ten years later, Nolan Ryan—taken in the 12th round of the 1965 draft by the Mets–joined Bench in Cooperstown.

A list of drafted players who eventually were elected to the Hall of Fame, in chronological order of their draft selection:

• Johnny Bench—Drafted by the Reds in June 1965 with second-round pick

• Nolan Ryan—Drafted by the Mets in June 1965 with 12th-round pick

• Reggie Jackson—

Drafted by the A’s in June 1966 with first-round pick (No. 2 overall)

• Carlton Fisk—Drafted by the Red Sox in Jan. 1967 with first-round pick (No. 4 overall)

• Ted Simmons—Drafted by the Cardinals in June 1967 with first-round pick (No. 10 overall)

• Bert Blyleven—Drafted by the Twins in June 1969 with third-round pick

• Goose Gossage—Drafted by the White Sox in June 1970 with ninth-round pick

• Jim Rice—Drafted by the Red Sox in June 1971 with first-round pick (No. 15 overall)

• George Brett—Drafted by the Royals in June 1971 with second-round pick (No. 29 overall)

• Mike Schmidt—Drafted by the Phillies in June 1971 with second-round pick (No. 30 overall)

• Dennis Eckersley—

Drafted by the Indians in June 1972 with third-round pick (No. 50 overall)

• Gary Carter—Drafted by the Expos in June 1972 with third-round pick (No. 53 overall)

• Robin Yount—Drafted by the Brewers in June 1973 with first-round pick (No. 3 overall)

• Dave Winfield—Drafted by the Padres in June 1973 with first-round pick (No. 4 overall)

• Eddie Murray—Drafted by the Orioles in June 1973 with third-round pick

• Lee Smith—Drafted by the Cubs in June 1975 with second-round pick (No. 28 overall)

• Andre Dawson—Drafted by the Expos in June 1975 with 11th-round pick

• Alan Trammell— Drafted by the Tigers in June 1976 with secondround pick

• Rickey Henderson— Drafted by the A’s in June 1976 with fourth-round pick

• Jack Morris—Drafted by the Tigers in June 1976 with fifth-round pick

• Wade Boggs—Drafted by the Red Sox in June 1976 with seventh-round pick

• Harold Baines—Drafted by the White Sox in June 1977 with first-round pick (No. 1 overall)

• Paul Molitor—Drafted by the Brewers in June 1977 with first-round pick (No. 3 overall)

• Ozzie Smith—Drafted by the Padres in June 1977 with fourth-round pick

• Tim Raines—Drafted by the Expos in June 1977 with fifth-round pick

• Cal Ripken Jr.—Drafted by the Orioles in June 1978 with second-round pick (No. 48 overall)

• Ryne Sandberg—Drafted by the Phillies in June 1978 with 20th-round pick

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• Tony Gwynn—Drafted by the Padres in June 1981 with third-round pick

• Fred McGriff—Drafted by the Yankees in June 1981 with ninth-round pick

• Kirby Puckett—Drafted by the Twins in Jan. 1982 with first-round pick (No. 3 overall)

• Greg Maddux—Drafted by the Cubs in June 1984 with second-round pick (No. 31 overall)

• Tom Glavine—Drafted by the Braves in June 1984 with second-round pick (No. 47 overall)

• Barry Larkin—Drafted by the Reds in June 1985 with first-round pick (No. 4 overall)

• Randy Johnson— Drafted by the Expos in June 1985 with secondround pick (No. 36 overall)

• John Smoltz—Drafted by the Tigers in June 1985 with 22nd-round pick

• Ken Griffey Jr.— Drafted by the Mariners in June 1987 with first-round pick (No. 1 overall)

• Craig Biggio—Drafted by the Astros in June 1987 with first-round pick (No. 22 overall)

• Mike Piazza—Drafted

by the Dodgers in June 1988 with 62nd-round pick

• Frank Thomas—Drafted by the White Sox in June 1989 with first-round pick (No. 7 overall)

• Jeff Bagwell—Drafted by the Red Sox in June 1989 with fourth-round pick

• Trevor Hoffman—

Drafted by the Reds in June 1989 with 11th-round pick

• Jim Thome—Drafted by the Indians in June 1989 with 13th-round pick

• Chipper Jones—Drafted by the Braves in June 1990 with first-round pick (No. 1 overall)

• Mike Mussina—Drafted by the Orioles in June 1990 with first-round pick (No. 20 overall)

• Derek Jeter—Drafted

by the Yankees in June 1992 with first-round pick (No. 6 overall)

• Scott Rolen—Drafted by the Phillies in June 1993 with second-round pick

• Roy Halladay—Drafted by the Blue Jays in June 1995 with first-round pick (No. 17 overall) For scouting reports on amateur and professional players—including Hall of Famers—check out the museum’s database at collection.baseballhall.org.

The 2023 MLB draft was held Sunday, July 9 through Tuesday, July 11. Full information on prospects, draft order, results and news updates can be found at https://www.mlb. com/draft/2023.

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EDITORIaL

Glimmering Glimmerglass Glimmers Again

Last week, on the evening of Friday the 7th of July, the Glimmerglass Festival opened the doors of the Alice Busch Opera Theater for its 48th season with a provocative, moving, and beautifully sung and brilliantly acted performance of Puccini’s “La bohème.” This is the fifth Glimmerglass production of what is among the most wellknown and well-loved operas in the world.

The first time “bohème” was seen in Cooperstown was in 1975. It was, in fact, the very first opera staged by the fledgling company. It was as well the only opera staged that summer, making four appearances on the mail-slot stage of the 400-seat, non-air-conditioned, orchestra-pit-less, backstageless Cooperstown High School auditorium, surrounded by a supporting staff of enthusiastic local volunteers and accompanied by a four-page mimeographed program.

Three years earlier, Glimmerglass Opera was born, the result of the findings of a few people who decided that the serene, clear, scenic Otsego Lake, the attractive period houses in a quaint village, the pleasant, for the most part, summer climate, the host of orchestra musicians who had fled New York City and the presence of Tom Goodyear, Cooperstown’s mostly jovial, portly, Falstaffian social arbiter who loved the theater, were enough to form a dedicated base that, they hoped, might be able to coax the seemingly wild dream of opera in upstate New York into a reality. These industrious leaders also decided that “bohème” would be the perfect first stab, with its large (volunteer) chorus, especially its large (volunteer) children’s chorus.

And so, when “bohème” opened for its brief stint the audience was filled with ticket-buying parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, cousins, neighbors, and family friends of the many kids in the children’s chorus, as well as the Bassett Hospital colleagues and patients who came to cheer the five doctors who were part of the adult chorus.

The principal singers and musicians were professional, so the audience got something they had not had in Cooperstown: a spectacle—live performance, drama and, of course, music. Goodyear, a proud member of Actors’ Equity but no singer, was given the role of Alcindoro. The audience went wild.

Close to 2,400 people saw that first production in the torrid heat of July. The Glimmerglass Opera Theatre, three years in the making, was launched and, after what was billed as a highly successful first season, the repertoire was expanded immediately to two productions, beginning the summer of 1976.

Today, nearly 50 years later and with some abundant nametweaking that took the company from the Glimmerglass Opera Theatre (at times the Glimmerglass Opera Theatre Festival) to The Glimmerglass Festival, to Glimmerglass Opera, then back to The Glimmerglass Festival, the company thrives in a seven-week, four-production 2023 season of 37 professionally-staged performances enhanced by a full schedule of concerts, dinners, previews, talks, tours, a world premiere youth opera, and a dip into the Crusades.

The mission of the Glimmerglass Festival is much the same as it was at its beginning: “To produce new, little-known and familiar operas and musical theater in innovative productions; provide professional training and performance opportunities for emerging artists and interns; engage important artists who inspire the highest standards of achievement; inspire dialogue around meaningful issues of the day through song and story; collaborate with regional organizations, schools and businesses to enhance life in Central New York.”

The Glimmerglass Festival, along with its new Artistic and General Director, Rob Ainsley, are reaching exciting new heights. “Glimmerglass’s secret lies,” he writes, “in its inherent unlikelihood. That our theater should exist here… is deliciously improbable. We gather here to celebrate the most complete and perfect of art forms…in one of the most unspoiled landscapes in the country. Opera demands our every skill and resource…it captures history and makes change for the future. Opera connects us to our collective humanity, touching our souls with its transcendence and power…It is also plain fun…Escapism, entertainment, a night out….”

Go see these magical operas, and support our amazing company.

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Yellow Submarine Haunts Coney Island Creek

On the eastern edge of Gravesend Bay, just at the mouth of the Coney Island Creek in Brooklyn, New York, there lies a makeshift graveyard for old barges, scows, pleasure boats and other decrepit vessels. Occasionally, at low tide, an unusual shape can be seen protruding from the water near the wrecks. It is that of a submarine’s conning tower. The sub, swept by storms and high tides, has been popping up at various sites in the area for more than 20 years. The faded yellow paint that still clings to some of the metal identifies the vessel as the once dream-laden Yellow Submarine.

Back in 1963, Jerry Bianco, who had worked in the Brooklyn Navy Yard and at other marine construction sites for more than 25 years, had a brainstorm. He thought of a way that he could salvage the Andrea Doria, a luxury liner that went down off Nantucket after colliding with the Swedish ship Stockholm on July 25, 1956. The Andrea Doria was known to be bountifully loaded with such diverse items as a $250,000.00 solid silver statue of a mermaid, thousands of cases of liquor, tons of provolone cheese, the ship’s $6 million metal scrap value and more.

According to Bianco, “Up to that time no ship of comparable size had ever been reclaimed from the sea.”

The result of previous efforts made by several wellfunded organizations to raise the Andrea Doria were one diver dead and several divers stricken with carbon dioxide poisoning.

Undaunted by these failures, Bianco dreamed of building a submarine strong enough to withstand the pressures under the 240 feet of water where the crippled ship lay. With the use of a cannon-like hydraulic tube extending from his sub, Bianco would penetrate the sunken vessel and fire inflatable dunnage bags into the ship’s hull. The bags would disconnect when filled. When enough bags had been shot into the Andrea Doria, she would rise. Skeptics wrote the idea off as a pipe dream. After all, if large organizations weren’t successful, how could one man with little experience and less money be successful?

He began work in 1966 raising money for the expensive equipment and materials needed by forming a corporation, Deep Sea Techniques, and selling stock over the counter at a dollar a share. Friends, neighbors, local police and firemen all bought into his dream of raising treasure from the ocean.

Bianco did the designing and most of the welding himself but also employed workers as needed and money allowed. One had to be a dreamer as well as a gambler to put faith in a captain who had never piloted a sub before.

After four years of hard work, a 40-foot, 83-ton Yellow Submarine squatted beneath The Burns Bros. Coal silos

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on the shores of the Coney Island Creek ready to be launched.

“I painted it yellow because the yellow zinc chromate paint was the cheapest I could find,” said Bianco. “The name Yellow Submarine really caught on, but it had nothing to do with the Beatles.”

Bianco said the vessel passed coast guard inspection with flying colors and a $5,000.00 examination by the Navy rated the sub as capable of withstanding pressures at depths of 600 feet. When the boat was completed, the stock soared to $4.75 a share. At the time of launching, Deep Sea Techniques had $300,000.00 invested in the 5/8-inch steel alloy-plated Yellow Submarine.

Finally, on October 19, 1970 the sub was ready to be launched. Bianco’s daughter, Patricia, broke a bottle of champagne across the bow before a giant crane lowered the craft into the creek. The launching expense was calculated by the pound, so to save money, Bianco, with the aid of friends and stockholders, had removed by the pail full, the ballast, which was made up of steel slugs, from one side of the boat. A large crowd of supporters, skeptics and the media were on hand to witness the event.

Bianco had instructed the crane engineer not to lower the sub completely into the water because he knew that with the ballast removed from only one side, the boat would list severely. Unfortunately, the engineer let the vessel down too low and she rolled onto her starboard side as cameras clicked and people laughed and jeered from the shore. Bianco was devastated.

“I felt like throwing that crane operator into the creek,” he said. “The sub couldn’t be raised again to correct the tilt because it had turned in the sling and would be held in that position when lifted.”

From that point on the value of the stock seemed to sink like a lead banana.

“Even after we put the ballast back,” said Bianco, “and the sub sat level, people didn’t show the same confidence as they did before.”

To regain credibility, Bianco raised a sunken 44-foot yacht to demonstrate his method but his campaign to rekindle enthusiasm was smitten by investor pessimism.

The submarine remained at its mooring for several years even though the rent wasn’t being paid. One wrathful day Bianco found that a hatch and some interior gauges and other hardware had been stolen. Then, in 1981 the sub broke away in a storm and he thought it was lost until a low tide revealed that it had drifted out toward Norton’s Point off of Sea Gate.

“Building that boat was one of the happiest times in my life,” said Bianco, as he momentarily looked toward the sub’s old launching site. “I still think my idea would’ve worked. I could’ve been on easy street. I think it would work even today.”

Now, the once hope-laden Yellow Submarine springs to the surface from time to time—like an eternal dream.

Terry Berkson’s articles have appeared in “New York” magazine, “Automobile” magazine and many others. His memoir, “Corvette Odyssey,” has received many good reviews: “highly recommended with broad appeal,” says “Library Journal.”

One not more than the other.

water final additional payment is well over budget and three new water and sewer districts are being considered, which could very well require an increase in taxes to proceed also.

H o metown oneon t a 2008 - 2022

14th anniversary & The Otsego-Delaware Dispatch

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Congratulations to Xander Moffat and the entire AllOtsego team for the tremendous improvements and upgrades to the paper’s website. It has the look and feel of a major publication while retaining the tradition of a small-town paper for which “The Freeman’s Journal” is so well-known.

The new website is very easy to navigate, has all the features one needs and keeps readers well-informed on local issues and events, which is the hallmark of a community newspaper. Again, congratulations. Keep up the good work.

Town’s Residents Should Be Informed

The Town of Oneonta has several projects in the works that could result in higher taxes, new bills and surcharges which could put the town into debt. There is a Town Council meeting on July 12 at 7 p.m. This is the forum that the public is encouraged to attend if you would like to know more or ask questions about these expenses which can raise your taxes. The Southside

The Southside water project has gone well over budget. Taxpayers will now be obliged to pick up the tab to fulfill this obligation. At this meeting, the facts of how much this considerable overage of money was spent should be shared. There are two additional water district projects being considered at this time. Where will the money be allocated from and who benefits from these possible endeavors? One proposal is East End, the second is on State Highway 23/205 (this is also being considered for a new commercial development) in conjunction with the residential district of West Oneonta.

This brings to question why updating the Comprehensive Plan for the town has been put on hold. The Comprehensive Plan allows all residents to weigh in on how they believe the town should go forward with growth and in what areas. There has already been a $28,000.00 grant awarded to go forward with the Comprehensive Plan. Developing new places for business while preserving the integrity of the town is important.

There are several ways to make well thought out plans for our town. First, come to the meeting on July 12 at 7 p.m., so your thoughts can be heard and considered. Second, eliminate any and all obstacles to going forward with the Comprehensive Plan project, which allows for meaningful discussion by all townspeople to discuss our future. When changes are made to any zoning, make sure neighbors and the community are informed and the established process is followed.

In conclusion, if the town is proposing to spend millions of your hard earned tax dollars, then you should have a say in how it is spent. Please come have your thoughts heard on July 12 at Town Hall in West Oneonta.

Theresa Cyzeski West Oneonta

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Jerry bianco’s Yellow Submarine, before disaster struck.

“Building that boat was one of the happiest times in my life. I still think my idea would’ve worked. I could’ve been on easy street. I think it would work even today.”

Jerry bianco

Anthony J. Casale Cooperstown

In a recent press release from Helios Care, Kate Sullivan was inadvertently misidentified as Karen Sullivan. Kate and husband Mike are the organizers of the recent Lucky Duck golf tournament fund raiser, held on behalf of the Helios Care Camp Forget-Me-Not Program.

135 YEARS AGO

Following are excerpts from the so-called Alderman “Weidman’s Code,” a village ordinance governing the conduct of policemen patrolling in the Main Street and Market Street area of Oneonta: “…it shall be his duty to walk or patrol the entire length of said territory and keep a careful lookout to maintain order and preserve quietness and gentlemanly conduct from all, refraining from conversing with or holding extended conversations with anyone, except so far as is necessary to discharge the duties of his office, as familiarity tends to lessen the dignity and respect which an officer should possess in order to successfully discharge the duties of his trust. Smoking while on duty should be dispensed with and care should be taken in keeping uniforms well brushed, coats buttoned up, belts and shoes well blacked, faces cleanly shaven and beard well-trimmed as the personal appearance of an officer adds much to his dignity and is an important factor in aiding him to discharge the duties for which he is maintained. Any violation of these articles may subject an officer to dismissal.”

July 1888

110 YEARS AGO

Louis Zeakene, a car inspector of the D. & H. Co., was instantly killed below Fonda Avenue at 7:30 o’clock Sunday morning , when Engine 854 rammed the caboose on which he was riding. The caboose was almost telescoped by a flat car in front of it loaded with a ponderous crane.

July 1913

90 YEARS AGO

Engineers believe that the advent of practicable television has been brought nearer by the latest development of the laboratory at the Institute of Radio Engineers at Chicago. The device is the “Iconoscope,” described by its inventor, Dr. V. K. Zworykin of the R.C.A. laboratories at Camden, New Jersey as having an electric eye more sensitive in some respects than its human counterpart. It can “see” and record the ultra-violet and the infra-red rays invisible to man as well as operate at the speed of a motion picture camera in making an electric copy of an image – in one word television. The Iconoscope, when available for outdoor wireless pictures, apparently will make the televising of baseball games, boxing matches and similar events a comparatively simple manner.

July 1933

50 YEARS AGO

Local—The Oneonta Symphony Orchestra board of directors has appointed Charles Schneider its musical director for the 1973-1974 season. Mr. Schneider, a Minnesota native, is spending the summer conducting an orchestra in Spoleto, Italy. Schneider is a 1961 graduate of the Julliard School of Music and has served as musical director for several Broadway and television productions. The symphony, which has been beset by financial and administrative problems, has a new board of directors. Members of the board are Dr. Adolph Anderson, Ruth Baldwin, Dr. Foster Brown, Jean Herst, Richard Kubiak, Bill Manley, Mary Ann Mazarak, Hewitt Pantaleoni, George Silvernell and Angeline Sweet.

July 1973

40 YEARS AGO

Frederick C. Paris, an economic development consultant, says Otsego County’s goals for 1984 are not very encouraging. “Tourism is an important part of the county’s economy,” Paris says. In a report to the Otsego County board, Paris tabs the National Soccer Hall of Fame Project as the number one priority. “Development of the Soccer Hall of Fame should lead not only to additional tourist visits, but also to longer tourist stays. It will provide an added attraction in conjunction with what the museums can offer in Cooperstown.”

July 1983

30 YEARS AGO

Between one-quarter and one-third of the two million private water supplies in upstate New York test positive for bacteria contamination according to environmental chemists at Cornell University’s College of Human Ecology. In a study of 800 private water supplies, a Cornell study found 19 percent were contaminated with bacteria. In a second study, 32 percent of randomly selected wells in three upstate counties were found to be contaminated. Experts recommend that well and spring owners test their water every year.

July 1993

Solution: “Self-Help and Beyond” (July 6)

Creating a Culture: From ‘Expendable’ to ‘You Matter’

This month’s article consists of excerpts I blew the dust off of from a 2017 Oneonta TEDx, in which I was honored to participate. As I reviewed the material, I realized that we are very much in the same boat—and probably taking on a bit more water. The title of the talk was “Expendable People.”

For every decision that our society makes to create profit, increase tax revenue, or develop an economic growth strategy on a known addictive product, we also decide to accept that there are expendable people.

The data show the following about marketed, revenue-generated products:

• More alcohol brings more car crashes, domestic violence and healthcare costs.

• More marijuana brings more youth use, workplace injuries and calls to poison control.

• More pain medication brings more opioid addiction and overdoses, as well as shorter life expectancy.

The simplest explanation is this: When we inject more of a known harmful commodity into the marketplace, more people are going to purchase it, more people are going to consume it, and more people are going to experience harm.

Even though we are in the midst of an opioid overdose crisis, what is probably not known by the general public is that through the decades, alcohol has killed far more people. Based on numbers from the Centers for Disease Control, 140,000 people die from alcoholrelated harm each year.

Do these deaths just represent bad choices? I don’t think so. I think it’s that we’ve marketed a fantasy that harm only comes to those who can’t or won’t drink responsibly.

Let’s first look at one specific alcohol-related harm that isn’t dependent upon over-the-top drinking— female breast cancer. Boston University researchers

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5 Fizzy quaff

9 Speech stand

13 Addis addition?

18 Biblical twin

19 Nagano noodles

20 “___ that nice”

21 Half a 1960s group

22 (A Napa wine guy and a NAPA auto-parts guy meet at a party, and the wine guy immediately starts with the jokes) ... “How ya doin’! Say, I woulda been here sooner but I hit a ___!”

24 “This wine reminds me of my car—___!”

determined that in the U.S. there are 6,000 alcohol attributable U.S. breast cancer deaths per year (100,000 worldwide).

Alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen, meaning it causes cancer. It is the number one most preventable cause of breast cancer. As a culture, we don’t talk a lot about avoiding/limiting alcohol as breast cancer prevention. I wonder if that might be because it would lower corporate alcohol sales?

The alcohol companies know that there is no safe level of alcohol consumption for females. Even so, we have dozens of special pink alcohol marketing campaigns or pink drink fundraisers during the month of October. Alcohol is lucrative, has a high profit margin and seems like an excellent way to raise money. The vast majority of people who fundraise with the product do so with the very best of intentions.

My larger point is regarding using harmful substances as an economic development strategy. The corporations who create the product do so with the full understanding

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Compiled by Tom HeiTz/SHARoN STUART with resources courtesy of The Fenimore Art museum Research Library

lOCAlS: PEOPlE & BUSINESSES IN THE NEWS

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY: The Oneonta chapter of PEO (Philanthropic Educational Organization) celebrated the 60th anniversary of its founding on Thursday, June 8 at the First Presbyterian Church in Oneonta. PEO’s mission is helping women fulfill their educational goals through loans and scholarships. For further information, visit www.peointernational.org or call (607) 267-0539. Pictured above are: seated, Norrie Beken; front row, Fran Bliven, Georgia Meeter, PEO President Cindy Korb, Roxanne Murray, Terry Gorman, Nicki McNeil, Ginger Heitz, and Betsy O’Brien; back row: Kim and baby Alana Wooden, Cynthia Goertemoeller, Bonnie lado, Dolores Noonan, Kay Moore, Margret Welsh, Adrienne lentini, Bobbie Frazier, Kay Additon and Helen Rees. (Photo provided)

DEPUTY DESIGNATION: Ana J. Almanzar, a 2000 graduate of SUNY Delhi, has been appointed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams as deputy mayor for strategic initiatives. Her appointment was announced at a press conference on May 26. “For more than a decade, Ana Almanzar has built bridges between non-profits and government,” said Mayor Adams. “From improving health outcomes in diverse communities at the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to overseeing a $25 million poverty reduction initiative on the state level, Ana has shown her ability to ‘get stuff done’ for New Yorkers. Moving to New York City from the Dominican Republic, she has turned her American Dream into a reality.” As deputy mayor, Almanzar will oversee a large portfolio. Reporting to her in this role are the commissioners and executive directors of the Center for Innovation through Data Intelligence, City University of the City of New York, New York City Department of Youth and Community Development, Mayor’s Office of Child Care and Early Childhood Education, Mayor’s Office of Equity, Mayor’s Office of Food Policy, Mayor’s Office of Nonprofits, and the Mayor’s Fund and City Affiliated Nonprofits. Almanzar, who earned a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Delhi in 2000, also serves as a trustee of the College Foundation at Delhi, Inc. The 501c3 non-profit accepts and manages charitable gifts and grants to support SUNY Delhi. “I am pleased to offer my enthusiastic support for Ana Almanzar for this important role,” said Dr. Mary Bonderoff, officer-in-charge at SUNY Delhi. “Ana serves as a trustee and leadership volunteer on our College Foundation Board of Trustees. Her commitment to student success and the life-changing opportunities that public higher education provides is extraordinary. The SUNY Delhi community is so proud to have one of our own serve New York in this way.” After receiving a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Delhi, Almanzar went on to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Columbia University.

EXPANDED BOARD: The Otsego land Trust recently welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors. Sara Albright is the director of advisory services at Optum and vice president of data analytics for the Bassett Optum partnership. She has worked with Bassett for more than 30 years. In her free time, Albright is a musician and gardener. A New lisbon resident, she lives with her husband, Matthew Albright, assistant to the director of the SUNY Oneonta Biological Field Station. The Albrights have conserved their large parcel of land through Otsego land Trust and have purchased surrounding parcels to add to the conservation easement over the years. “Conservation has always been a priority for our family,” said Sara. “I am hoping to persuade other property owners to make the same commitment.” Dietrich l. Snell is a partner in the litigation Department at Proskauer, a major international law firm based in Manhattan, with extensive experience in federal and state-level prosecutorial and investigative work. He previously oversaw the Environmental Protection Bureau, including enforcement and policy, with the New York Deputy Attorney General. Snell has deep roots in the Otsego region. “My father, George Snell, was from Herkimer and was one of the founders of Otsego land Trust,” he recalled. “We vacationed on Otsego lake and I attended summer camps in the area. Now we own the home my parents built in the 1980s.” Snell is very interested in preserving the area’s beautiful landscapes and recreational opportunities for generations to come. Joan Fox is the owner of Keller Williams Upstate New York Properties and has been a real estate broker in the region for many years. Residing in Oneonta, Fox specializes in residential, commercial, luxury, land and farm real estate sales. She has a strong background in business, negotiation, training, marketing and creative problem-solving, Fox is hoping to use these skills to help Otsego land Trust conserve more of the region’s natural resources. Otsego land Trust works in communities throughout Otsego, Schoharie and Delaware counties. It is the only local organization that protects land in perpetuity.

MULTIPLE HONORS: Adrianna Dugan of Oneonta was recognized with several awards during Hartwick College’s Honors Convocation held on May 3. Dugan was recognized as an Andrew B. Saxton Undergraduate Fellow in Chemistry. A fellow is selected by the faculty to recognize outstanding achievement. Fellows serve as student assistants in their major department and receive a tuition credit. Dugan also received the Otto Steinbach Memorial Scholarship in Chemistry. Established in memory of Chemistry Professor Dr. Otto Steinbach by his wife, Grace Steinbach, Hartwick Class of 1938, and former student Elizabeth lamphere, Class of 1938, the scholarship is awarded to a rising junior or senior chemistry or biochemistry major who has demonstrated high academic achievement. Additionally, Dugan was awarded the Behrend Mehrtens ‘47 Memorial Scholarship, which was established in memory of Dr. Behrend Mehrtens, a former professor of religion. It is given to a rising junior with demonstrated excellence in music.

Pathfinder Village Celebrates 295 Years of Service by Staff

EDMESTON—Pathfinder Village recognized the dedication and diligence of 26 staff members celebrating five-year service anniversaries at a luncheon at the Pathfinder Pavilion on Tuesday, June 20. Altogether, these employees have devoted more than 295 years of service to Pathfinder residents, students, day service participants, and families.

During his comments, Pathfinder Village President and Chief Executive Officer Paul landers noted that all honorees had made a conscious choice to work in the intellectual disabilities field and that each person has adopted Pathfinder’s set of core values to guide their daily work.

“We are a group that believes in community for the greater good,” said landers. “It isn’t a mission statement or a checklist, it’s the acknowledgment that everything we do should move us closer to living our beliefs. We genuinely care…believing that 40 years from now, our work will stand strong. We set an example, give back, inspire others with a sense of purpose, and impact our community in positive ways.”

This year’s honorees include Ancillary-Environmental Services Team Member Eva Pickens, who has 40 years of service to Pathfinder, its individuals and their families. Direct Support Professional Cindy Holbert and Coordinator of Enrichment and Community life Charleen Orendorff are both marking their 35th anniversaries. Christine Chase, the manager of Ancillary Services, and Stephanie Sitts, the transition coordinator for Pathfinder School, are celebrating their 25th anniversaries.

Direct Support Professional Cody Ray is marking his 15th year in Residential Services. Adult Day Services Site Supervisor Destiny Curl, Overnight On-Call Manager Gina Murfitt and ADS Pre-Vocational Staff Cheryl Winton are all celebrating a decade of service.

Those honored as new members of the “Five Year Club” include (by department): Administration and Development: Executive Assistant Sally Trosset; Adult Day Services: Supported Employment Coordinator Rose Davis, Pre-Vocational Staff Amanda Geier, and Pathfinder Produce Worker Eric Mackiewicz; Clinical Services: Behavior Specialist Josh Simmons MS BCBA; Education Services: Occupational Therapist Brittney Crouse and Classroom Aide Samantha Hanslmaier; Nursing and Health Services: Director of Health Services Caitlin Corns RN and School Nurse Monica Sparaco RNBC, BSN; Residential Services: DSP 2.0 Chelsea Keach, Residential Support Staff Connor Deforest, DSP Karen Rifanburg, Gilbert House Manager Dorothy Vertucci, DSP Brittany Emerson, DSP 2.0 Koral Hoag, and DSP Curtis Wright.

IMPRESSIVE INTERVIEW: Cooperstown native and three-time National Book Award finalist lauren Groff released the cover of her upcoming novel in an interview with “Elle” magazine on March 29. Groff has been working on “The Vaster Wilds” since 2017. The novel is set in Colonial Jamestown during the “starving time,” the winter of 1609-1610, in which all but 61 of the settlement’s 500 residents died. Its protagonist, a young serving girl, escapes the collapsing settlement into the wild Virginia winter to risk survival on her own. like Groff’s previous work, “The Vaster Wilds” uses fantastic historical settings to examine modern issues like religion, climate change and misogyny. The cover features a brightly-colored, vaguely off-putting gnarled tree. Groff told “Elle” that the warped tree, which is in full bloom despite the book’s wintry setting, matches the novel’s attention to detail. “The Vaster Wilds” is expected from Riverhead Books on September 12, 2023. The full “Elle” interview with Groff can be found at https://www.elle.com/culture/books/a43452536/lauren-groff-the-vaster-wildscover-reveal/. (Graphic provided)

DEAN’S DESIGNATION: Genesis Bushnell of laurens has been named to Commonwealth University-Mansfield’s (Pennsylvania) Dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester. To be named to the Dean’s list, a student must attend the university full-time and earn a 3.5 grade point average. Renate Carrabba of Morris has been named to Commonwealth UniversityBloomsburg’s Dean’s list for the spring 2023 Dean’s list. To qualify for the Dean’s list, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher (based on 4.0) during the semester.

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Pathfinder Village veteran staff members were honored recently for their collective 295 years of service. Front row: Stephanie Sitts, Christine Chase, Eva Pickens, Charleen Orendorff and Cindy Holbert. Back row: Rose Davis, Destiny Curl, Connor Deforest, Amanda Geier, Cody Ray, Caitlin Corns, Brittney Crouse, Samantha Hanslmaier, Sally Trosset, Monica Sparaco and Eric Mackiewicz.

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Where Are All the Hummingbirds?

One of my favorite writers, Hal Borland, often referred to what he described as nature’s eternal patterns. The many joys we experience up here on the hill are rooted in the promise of those patterns. Season after season there are certain things that we can count on. There inevitably will be slight alterations in the annual performance but, by and large, we can anticipate these annual encores. At least that has been the case until several years ago.

This year’s puzzlement has to do with an obvious decrease in the hummingbird population. It is easy to blame it on climate fluctuations, but I am not so sure that the climate need always take all the blame for what might just be a naturallyoccurring digression. The undeniable fact of our culpability with respect to climate change notwithstanding, perhaps it is not always the culprit. Who knows what goes on in the mind of a hummingbird. At any rate, I keep a birding journal and ever since we settled in up here I have noted the comings and goings of our most prominent avian visitors. For instance, every year but this one the ruby-throated hummers have shown up between May 2-5. This year, one appeared at one of our two feeders the morning of May 10th. Usually a sort of swarm occurs and hummers are seen darting from feeder to feeder and later on engaging both in play and courtship antics. Lots of hummers buzzing about the place. This year, every once in a while we see one lone drinker at a feeder who often sits on the clothes line the feeder hangs from for very long periods of time without any evidence whatsoever of competition for one of the two cups of sugar water. Normally when we are sitting on the deck we might be strafed several times by a curious hummer. Not so this year. I asked a friend yesterday about his hummer population and he indicated the same diminution of his normal population. This is anecdotal stuff, but it does indicate that something might be amiss.

Perhaps even eternal patterns mix things up from time to time. We used to have at least two pairs of tree swallows swoop in and take up residence in the same nest boxes every year. We got so used to them that we named them Don and Dora. We could sit on the deck after first light on an early May morning to await their arrival. When they dropped down to check on things we would say, “Don and Dora” are back. Eternal

pattern reaffirmed. Not so the last two years. Interestingly, in my walks I have seen hardly any at all. Perhaps they have discovered more fertile ground. Or, as is the case with most of us, change of scenery is good. Revitalizes the soul—or maybe not.

The pattern was altered for a number of years when the several pairs of bluebirds that summered here disappeared. Maybe another case of having been made better offers elsewhere. One pair returned last year but abandoned their little ones, whose lives appeared to be taken by some sort of parasite. This year we have one pair that came early and chose not to disappear for several weeks before taking up residence. That had been the pattern in previous years. Shake the place down, look elsewhere for a few weeks, and then return to raise their family. We hope this pair’s little ones fare better than last year’s. They are pretty active and seem to be making many feeding forays into the box. Fingers crossed.

For years, house wrens showed up in late spring. They are here now, but do not seem as noisy and thus far have not commandeered the empty nest boxes, which has been their annual pattern of behavior. Time will tell.

It appears that the general pattern is intact, but one wonders about the reasons for these behavioral digressions. Things are often simpler and less mystifying than they seem. For instance, our wintering in Arizona for the past several years is part of an annual migration to warmer climes by people like us described as “snowbirds.” We have decided to stay put next winter. In short, we are altering what we thought would be an annual trek westward for a variety of reasons, surely different from similar decisions made by bluebirds, wrens and tree swallows. There is something very alluring about mystery. Our avian friends have their reasons; we have ours. Each species gets through time as best it can. It is no less true for us.

Hartwick Alumni Assoc. Holds Reunion

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The Hartwick High School Alumni Association held its 90th annual reunion luncheon at the Hartwick Rod and Gun Club on Saturday, July 8. Twentyfive members attended. The guest of honor was Donald Phillips, a 100-year-old member of the class of 1941. Phillips served with honor in World Ware II after graduating. He still lives at home with his wife, Ina Phillips, and worked part-time as a groundskeeper at Hartwick Cemetery until five years ago.

The last class to graduate from Hartwick was the class of 1957, which included 13 students. The district was merged into the Cooperstown district shortly thereafter, although the school building remained open as the Hartwick Grade Center, for grades K-6, until 1972. The former building, constructed in 1921, is currently vacant. The Alumni Association remains active and includes graduates and students of the former high school and grade center. There are 55 known living graduates.

Above right, Donald Phillips is shown on July 8, 2023 while attending the HHS Alumni Association luncheon.

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Helios Care To Host Caregiver Support Group

ONEONTA—Helios Care will hold a support group for caregivers of people with severe or chronic illness. The group will provide connections, identify local resources and help create strategies for self-care. It will be held from 10-11:30 a.m. on Thursdays from July 20 to August 17 at Southside Mall in Oneonta. The group is free but registration is required; call Jessica Weeden at (607) 432-5525.

Edmeston Selects New Superintendent of Schools

EDMESTON—The Edmeston Central School Board of Education has appointed Christine Nichols as the next superintendent of schools. According to a release, Nichols is an experienced legislator who has spent 18 years at Edmeston, first as a social studies teacher and then as building principal. Nichols earned her bachelor’s degree from SUNY Oneonta, her master’s degree from The College of Saint Rose and her professional certificates in educational leadership, school building leader, and school district leader from SUNY Stony Brook. Board of Education President Jay Lyon said, “The board was looking for a leader who is focused on establishing strong relationships with our students, staff and community. Christine has proven to be that type of leader and we are looking forward to continuing to work closely with her to achieve our shared district goals.” Nichols will assume her new position on Thursday, July 13.

Otsego County DMV To Offer E-ZPass Tags

COOPERSTOWN—Deputy County Clerk Jennifer Basile announced on Thursday, July 6 that the Otsego County Department of Motor Vehicles office will begin offering E-ZPass soon. E-ZPass tags are currently only available at select retail locations or online via the New York State Thruway. The Otsego County Board of Representatives has adopted a resolution approving the plan and the Thruway Association will finalize the process over the next several weeks. “This new service will make a great addition to the County Clerk’s office and I am thrilled to bring it to the DMV and to the residents of Otsego County,” said Basile. “Inquiries from the public regarding E-ZPass have continued to increase and I expect this service to streamline the acquisition process for our residents.” For more information on the tag service, visit https://www.e-zpassny. com/en/home/index.shtml.

A.O. Fox Conducting Water Flow Testing

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ONEONTA—A.O. Fox Hospital will conduct a water flow test of its fire sprinkler system on Thursday, July 13 at approximately 6 p.m. The test will last one to two hours. Residents in the immediate area may notice a temporary drop in water pressure or a slight discoloration of water during and directly following the testing period. The safety of the water will not be compromised during this time.

Lecture Proposals Sought by Village Libray

COOPERSTOWN—The Village Library of Cooperstown has received a small stipend to provide lectures relating to the “Iconic America” series on Public Broadcasting Service television. Library officials are seeking interested speakers to give lectures this fall that speak to the overarching themes of Hollywood, Fenway Park and the cowboy/ American West. According to a press release, these will be funded, hour-long lectures given at the library and, if proposals are strong enough, virtual lectures will be considered. Those interested are asked to submit a brief statement outlining their proposed lecture to co.heather@4cls.org.

Mayor To Address Democratic Club About Parking

ONEONTA—Special Guest Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek will join the Oneonta Democratic Club when it meets at 9 a.m. on Saturday, August 5 at Get Fresh on the Main cafe, 254 Main Street. Mayor Drnek will speak about the state of parking downtown, efforts to address short-term concerns, future plans and timelines, evolving strategies, and opportunities for the community to engage in and assist with the city’s successful transition to a new parking paradigm. The club—which includes both City of Oneonta and Town of Oneonta residents—supports candidates, democratic principles, and civic involvement, and enrolls and informs voters. Club members will also be at the Otsego County Fair the first week of August. For more information, contact garymaffei@gmail. com or visit the Oneonta Democratic Club page on Facebook.

Louisiana Fort Renamed After Henry Johnson

VERNON PARISH, LOUISIANA—The Louisiana U.S. Army base that specializes in training light infantry was renamed after Albany resident and World War One National Guard soldier Sgt. Henry Johnson in a ceremony on Tuesday, June 13. Fort Polk, named after Confederate general Leonidas K. Polk, is one of nine Army forts in the process of shedding their Confederate names. Polk was one of the so-called “political generals,” appointed as a political favor rather than for military reasons; he is known to military historians as one of the most incompetent and willfully disobedient officers of the Civil War.

Henry Johnson was working as a porter at Albany’s Union Station when he enlisted in the New York National Guard’s segregated 15th New York (Colored) Infantry Regiment in June 1917. He became a national hero after fending off a German trench raiding party with a knife and rescuing a fellow soldier in hand-to-hand combat, receiving 21 wounds in the process. He was awarded the French Croix de Guerre, becoming the first American solider so honored by the French military. However, the segregated U.S. military overlooked Johnson’s achievement, and he was blackballed from speaking engagements after exposing discrimination in the Army. He was too badly wounded to resume his former job and died in poverty at the age of 36 in 1929. He was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart in 1966, the Distinguished Service Cross in 2002 and the Medal of Honor in 2015.

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Tom Hovey Music Festival Begins

RICHFIELD—Meadow Links Golf Pavilion will host free family-friendly concerts at 7 p.m. on Mondays in July and August. They will be held, rain or shine, at 476 County Road 27. The series kicked off on July 10 with banjo virtuoso Drew French, a former U.S. Open National Banjo Champion and concert violinist who spoke briefly about his original renditions of early jazz on vintage banjos. The Bill Farrish Jazz Quartet will perform on July 17. Jazz groups Alone Together and Better Together will follow on July 24 and 31, respectively. Indie singer-songwriter Lauren Mettler will play on August 7. John O’Connor and His Fellow Travelers will perform traditional music on August 14. The Empire Saxophone Quartet is scheduled for August 21 and the Chris White Duo will round out the season on August 28. All concerts are expected to be about 75 minutes in length.

Worcester Weird Festival Sets Date

WORCESTER—Eastern Otsego Farmers Market announced that the Worcester Weird Festival will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 28. It will feature authors, artists, vendors, food and a screening of “Rocky Horror Picture Show” with a shadow cast. The festival will be held at Strawberry Hall, 174 Main Street in Worcester.

Choral Society Requests Vendors

ONEONTA—The Catskill Choral Society announced that its annual Grand and Glorious Fall Fair will return to Neahwa Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 10. It is a free community event that will feature music, activities, food, local arts and crafts, and garage sale items. Vendor reservations are due on Friday, August 18. To reserve a space, visit https://catskillchoralsociety.com/. For more information on becoming a vendor, contact CCSFair@catskillchoralsociety. com or call Sheila at (607) 746-6922.

Glimmerglass Offers Special Events

SPRINGFIELD—Glimmerglass Festival has announced two special summer events with world-famous artists. Multiplatinum-selling American singer-songwriter and producer Natalie Merchant will join Grammy-winning Glimmerglass Artist-in-Residence Anthony Roth Costanzo for a one-night world-premiere concert, “Cantico,” on Sunday, July 30. It will feature music from Merchant’s 40-year career as well as unreleased work and reimagined pieces. Jamie Bernstein, daughter of Leonard Bernstein, will return to Glimmerglass for the first time since 2018 on Tuesday, August 15. “A Candid Conversation with Jamie Bernstein” will explore the life and legacy of Leonard Bernstein, composer of “Candide,” and feature performances of his music by Glimmerglass Young Artists.

Schenevus Hosts Fireman’s Carnival

SCHENEVUS—The Schenevus Fireman’s Carnival will offer live entertainment, food, rides and activities from Thursday, July 13 through Saturday, July 15. The Roadhouse Rockers will perform from 7-11 p.m. on Thursday. All rides will be free to children under 10 on Thursday, while tickets last. Scattered Flurries will perform at 7 p.m. on Friday, followed by fireworks at dusk. There will be a Chinese auction at 11 a.m. on Saturday and a chicken barbeque at noon. The carnival parade will begin at 6 p.m., and the Jason Wicks Band will play from 7:30-11 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Schenevus Valley Masonic Lodge.

Foothills To Produce ‘Gin Game’

ONEONTA—Bigger Dreams Productions will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama “The Gin Game” at Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center in August. It stars Carol S. Dean and Gary E. Stevens and is directed by Mary-Jo Merk. Weller Martin is playing solitaire on the porch of a seedy old-age home when Fonsia Dorsey, a prim, self-righteous

woman, appears. They begin to play gin rummy and discuss their shared hatred of the nursing home. Over their cards, they gradually reveal details of their past lives and begin to use the revelations against each other in an escalating game of scorn. “The Gin Game” will begin at 7:30 p.m. on August 4, 5, 11 and 12, and at 2 p.m. on August 6 and 13. For more information or to pre-purchase tickets, visit https://www. biggerdreamsproductions.org/.

Cornhole Tournament Returns

MOUNT VISION—The Mount Vision Fire Department will host its second annual cornhole tournament on Saturday, July 22. Pre-registration is available on the Fire Department Facebook page or Scoreholio. On-site signups begin at 10 a.m. and tournament play starts at 11 a.m. Registration is $60.00 per team, with a 50 percent payout split between the winners of the two brackets. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Importance of Dairy Celebrated

EAST MEREDITH— The Exploration Days series at Hanford Mills Museum continues on Saturday, July 15 with Dairy Exploration Day. While supplies last, visitors will be able to enjoy free samples of vanilla ice cream that has been churned on-site and chilled with ice from the mill’s annual ice harvest and can learn more about the history of Delaware County’s dairy industry just in time for National Ice Cream Day, which is Sunday, July 16. Hanford Mills Museum, located at 51 County Highway 12 in East Meredith, is open each Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October 15. For more information, visit www. hanfordmills.org or call (607) 278-5744.

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The contents of the historic stone house known as “Woodchuck Knoll” of Emmons Farms in Emmons will be sold at unreserved auction on Saturday, July 15. Emmons Farms evolved from the early 1800s lumber business that was begun by Asa Emmons on a large tract of land in Otsego County. The Upper Susquehanna River afforded the transportation of lumber by raft from Emmons to a ready market in Baltimore. later generations continued development of the extensive property into a working farm that included hops growing, dairy farming and animal husbandry.

Woodchuck Knoll was built in the early 20th century by later descendants of the Emmons family, the Morgans. Woodchuck Knoll not only evolved over the decades to become the headquarters of Emmons Farms Corporation, a family-held real estate corporation with real estate holdings on over 300 contiguous acres, but also became a wonderful summer-use home for many generations of the family to enjoy.

A broad spectrum of antiques was added to the Woodchuck Knoll collections over the years by various family members. Important among the estate furniture is a wonderful Renaissance Revival matching seven-piece parlor set made by John Jelliff, eminent furniture maker of the Victorian

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period. Other articles of note from the estate include a beautiful marble top center table, also attributed to Jelliff; a stone mantle clock marked Tiffany, New York; a large signed Tabriz Oriental carpet, plus others; a pair of circa 1820 oil on canvas portraits; a large selection of both formal and country furniture; plus textiles, ceramics, metalware, and local (Oneonta area) books of historical importance. The sale begins at 10 a.m. at 2591 State Route 7, Otego. The auction may be previewed on July 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and beginning at 8 a.m. the day of sale.

The Poverty Hill Band—featuring local musicians Jeff Phillips (banjo and vocals), Erik House (fiddle), Hanna Kubica (guitar and vocals), and Tim Peters (mandolin)— will perform at the Windfall Dutch Barn on Saturday, July 15. The Windfall Dutch Barn is a pre-revolutionary restored structure, seated on its original site, located at 2009 Clinton

Road in the hamlet of Salt Springville. The site was used as a resting and feeding place during the wagon march by General Clinton on the way to the Susquehanna River—400 boats, loaded on wagons, and 3,000 patriots—during the Revolutionary War. The Poverty Hill Band American Folk repertoire includes old-time songs and original tunes. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10.00.

The July 16 Summer Sunday Series program at the SwartWilcox House Museum will feature local stories and tales with author Tom Morgan. Morgan will share excerpts from his book “Ales, Tales & Ghosts,” recounting adventures at his families’ Empire Hotel in Gilbertsville, and from his “Trial in Cooperstown,” an account of the March 2006 manslaughter trial of Timothy Beckingham. The Summer Sunday Series is free and open to the public. Programs are held from 1-3 p.m. on the front lawn of the museum property and are handicap accessible. Attendees are encouraged to bring a folding lawn chair. The Swart-Wilcox House Museum is located at 24 Wilcox Avenue in Oneonta. From Main Street, turn on River Street and then left at the light on to Wilcox Avenue. Parking is available on the street, in the Riverside parking lot or on the lawn.

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Carl Erskine Named Buck O’Neil Award Winner

COOPERSTOWN—The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s Board of directors announced that Carl Erskine will receive the 2023 John Jordan “Buck” O’Neil Lifetime achievement award. The award honors an individual for extraordinary sustained efforts to enhance baseball’s positive impact on society. Erskine, 96, will be presented with the award on Saturday, July 22 as part of Hall of Fame Weekend. He is the sixth winner of the award, which was established after O’Neil’s death in 2006 to recognize individuals whose efforts broadened the game’s appeal and whose character, integrity, and dignity is comparable to the late O’Neil. david Montgomery (2020), Rachel Robinson (2017), Joe Garagiola (2014), Roland Hemond (2011) and O’Neil himself (2008) are the previous winners.

Erskine, an Indiana native, racked up a 122-78 record with the Brooklyn and Los angeles dodgers between 1948 and 1959. He threw 14 career shutouts and two no-hitters, and appeared in 11 games in five World Series. However, it was as a Special Olympics volunteer and an activist for disabled athletes that Erskine achieved his most meaningful success.

“The National Baseball Hall of Fame is honored to present Carl Erskine with the Buck O’Neil Lifetime achievement award,” said Jane Forbes Clark, chairman of the board of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. “For millions of fans, he was a Brooklyn dodgers hero. But for his family and thousands of Special Olympians, Carl Erskine was someone who always believed everything was possible. His legacy is one of deep compassion, and encouragement of the human spirit.”

“I’m a little overwhelmed and this is very special to me,” Erskine said. “What an honor this is and it is really unexpected. at this point in my life, this is as big a boost as you can possibly give me.”

With more than four decades as a volunteer, he was awarded Special Olympics’ highest honor, the Spirit of the Special Olympics. Erskine was also a charter member of both the Fellowship of Christian athletes and the Baseball assistance Team. In 2010, Erskine received the State of Indiana’s highest honor, the Sachem award, in recognition of his lifetime of excellence and moral virtue.

Lull Scholarships Honor Local Students

OTSEGO COUNTy—Sidney sports reporter Nate Lull awarded scholarships to eight Southern Tier high-school athletes during the week of June 19. among the recipients were three Otsego County students. Kyle Ough of Edmeston, one of the top two welders in the ONC BOCES program, received a scholarship to support his education at Hobart Institute of Welding in Ohio. Makenna Ventuleth, the Worcester Central School valedictorian, will attend Hartwick College in the fall. Lincoln Waffle of Morris, who will also attend Hartwick College, received one of the $4,000.00 awards.

Schenevus Blanks Unadilla Valley in PONY League

SCHENEVUS—The Schenevus team of the Otsenango PONy baseball league rolled over Unadilla Valley 16-0 with a one-hit shutout from Brayden Poliseno on Thursday, June 29. Poliseno struck out 16 batters and scored three runs. austin Tilley hit a triple and a double, and drove in three runs. Other PONy League games on Thursday included a 12-1 Edmeston victory over Worcester, a 4-3 defeat of Cooperstown by Richfield Springs, Oneonta’s 8-3 win against Sidney and a 12-2 game in which Unatego beat delhi.

Seamon, Crippen Named to All-State Teams

COOPERSTOWN—Cooperstown Central School softball won their third sectional title and earned two players honors as statewide all-stars. Pitching star dani Seamon was named second-team all-state. Katie Crippen, a catcher who has started for the Hawkeyes since seventh grade, was named to the third team. She set program records for RBI in a season (43), doubles in a season (17) and hits in a season (48) this year. Seamon was named Center State Conference division II Player of the year, and set five school records: career stolen bases (64), season stolen bases (28), career doubles (21), career triples (13) and career batting average (.468). The Hawkeyes finished the season 17-3 and 9-1 in their division.

Outlwas Defeat Albany Dutchmen in Close Contest

ONEONTa—The Oneonta Outlaws eked out a 2-1 victory over the albany dutchmen in a home contest on Tuesday, July 4. First baseman Ethan duda scored the tying run on a passed ball in the bottom of the fourth inning. Shortstop Ryan Leary advanced to third on a pair of errors in the bottom of the eighth inning. dH anthony Barone drove Leary home with a single and closer Ryan Packard held the dutchmen hitless in the top of the ninth. Starting pitcher Kyle Mahady struck out eight batters in five and two-thirds innings.

Cartoonist Continues Eight-decade Career

By WRILEy NELSON ROME

Iron String Press readers may have noticed cartoons from a local artist in recent issues. Bernie Hurlbut, 93, is a lifelong illustrator and cartoonist from Rome. “Bernie’s People,” his single-panel comic featuring bold linework and sardonic observations of everyday life, has appeared in many regional publications.

Hurlbut started drawing at age 6 and was quickly noticed by an art teacher, who encouraged him. at 10, he painted a World War II memorial mural.

“you could tell what I cared about in high school,” he recalled. “I never really got into sports. I’d sit around in study hall, when I was supposed to be doing schoolwork, and draw little ‘tattoos’ on people’s arms with a ballpoint pen for them. That made me pretty popular.”

“I did one-panel cartoons then, too, for the school paper,” he continued.

after attending albright art School in Buffalo, Hurlbut spent two years in the army as a sign painter and graphic artist. In 1957, he founded Rome Sign Company. His signs, billboards, and placards became iconic pieces of the Rome landscape, and many are preserved at the Rome Historical Society. He has illustrated six of his own books, and even did the lettering on NaSCaR champion Richie Evans’ car.

Hurlbut carries a drawing pad with him at all times and often hands out sketches to children and passersby. He draws from life and can turn out a caricature in just a few minutes. He has maintained an impressive output and said he has a backlog of more than 1,100 cartoons in his home.

“I just keep my eyes open and try to listen,” he said. “I get ideas just from overhearing people and daily life all the time. I’ll do a

OBITUaRIES

Susan is survived by her son, Hunter Earl Neidlinger; partner and soul mate Trudy Peterson and her family and special friends, Sandie and Pamela Charles; and her sister and brother in-law, Cathy and Bill Monahan and family (Bothell, Washington).

Susan Elizabeth Neidlinger

1962-2023

B a INBRI d GE—Susan Elizabeth Neidlinger (“Moma”), 60, of Bainbridge, New york passed away on Saturday July 1, 2023 in Cooperstown.

Susan was born in Sidney, New york to Earl and Paula Neidlinger on July 9, 1962. She went to high school at Bainbridge Guilford High and graduated in1980. She went on to additional education in accounting and computer skills. She retired from New york State Police Troop C after 28 years.

Susan enjoyed arts and crafts and gained notoriety as “The Stamp Lady” and “domino Lady.” as a colorist, she received worldwide accolades from numerous artists as well as multiple prizes, awards, and honors for her coloring.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Paula Neidlinger; her grandparents, Otto and Beatrice Neidlinger; favorite uncles Fred, doug, and Otto Neidlinger and their families; and extra special “Grandma See.”

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a favorite volunteer ambulance service.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to:

Brother dan; dr. Susan Jackson; dr. Thomas Van Gorder; dr. Vivek Kandanati; and lifelong friend Norma alcott, as well as dear friend Pat duMond.

as per Susan’s request, there will be no calling hours or funeral service and a private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jane ‘Betty’ E. Tisenchek

1932-2023

ONEONT a —Jane

“Betty” E. Tisenchek, 91, of Oneonta, New york, passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2023 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, New york.

She was born on July 4, 1932, in Stockton, New Jersey, the daughter of Harry B. and Jennie (Smith) Post. She married Louis G. Tisenchek on august 2, 1952 in Oneonta.

Prior to marriage, Betty worked at a.O. Fox Hospital. after marriage, she focused on maintaining her home and volunteering when she was able.

Betty is survived by her husband, Louis G. Tisenchek Sr., Oneonta, New york; two sons, Louis G. (Cathryn) Tisenchek Jr. of Latham, New york and douglas Tisenchek of Oneonta; grandson Nicholas (Jessica) Tisenchek and their children, Isabella, Brigitte, and Luke, all of Clifton Park, New york; grandson Jeffrey

(Katarzyna) Tisenchek and their daughter, Ellianna, of Slingerlands, New york; granddaughter Christine adams of Ohio; and a sister, Mary (david) dresser of Milford, New york.

Betty was predeceased by her two cherished grandsons, Michael and Shawn Tisenchek; her daughter, Catherine J. Tisenchek; and three brothers, Richard, Lee, and Harry Post.

Friends are invited to greet the family on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, 14 Grand Street, Oneonta, where a funeral service will take place at 1 p.m.

a private burial will take place immediately following the service in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Emmons.

In lieu of flowers, donations are asked to be made to the Susquehanna SPCa (sqspca.org).

arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home of Oneonta.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www. grummonsfuneralhome.com for the Tisenchek family.

quick pencil sketch on the spot and work it up in Sharpie pen when I get home.” Hurlbut credits his longevity in part to his continuing passion and says that getting his work before the public is an important part of his disciplined lifestyle.

“My eyesight’s not as good as it once was, but I can still do this,” he said.

Hurlbut was inducted into the Rome arts Hall of Fame in 2019. a dedicated member of the community, he has served the Lions Club, the Optimist Club and the Rome Historical Society. He was also a member of barbershop quartet groups for over 40 years. as part of his continuing dedication to the craft, Hurlbut draws at charity events and teaches seminars around Central New york. He often draws animals and cartoons for the Rome Humane Society’s Christmas adoption events. He hosts drawing seminars at libraries and has expressed interest in holding one of his events in Otsego County.

“My events are mostly for children, but a lot of adults enjoy them, too,” he said. “I put up a list of animals, and the kids pick one for me to draw. I can get it done in a couple minutes. Then we all draw together, and it’s really incredible what some of these young children can do. The talent is just immense. I keep a lot of their work. The events tend to go pretty long because I don’t leave until everyone is happy.”

Grandma loved her farm, her family, and playing her old guitar.

Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home will take the time to find out what made your loved one special. Whether it’s finding just the right flowers, or finding a musician to play her favorite tunes on her old guitar, we’ll do what’s necessary to make her service as unique as she was.

Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home 14 Grand Street, Oneonta • 607-432-6821 www.grummonsfuneralhome.com

Funeral Home

Dignity, Respect, Tradition

Dignified and Caring Service since 1925 Peaceful grounds. Home-like atmosphere. Suitable for large or small gatherings.

Peter A. Deysenroth 82 Chestnut Street, Cooperstown | 607-547-8231 www.cooperstownfuneralhome.com

Photo provided SUSAN E. NEIDLINGER

Photo provided J ANE E. T ISEN ch E k

“Nothing can ever take away a love the heart holds dear.”

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NOTICE TO THE VOTERS OF OTSEGO COUNTY Official

visions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. A proposition with respect to the bond resolution was approved by the qualified voters on May 16, 2023.

A complete copy of the resolution summarized herewith is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Office of the School District Clerk for a period of twenty days from the date of publication of this Notice.

Dated: Oneonta, New York, July 7, 2023.

Regina Ranieri McGuinness, School District Clerk

BOND RESOLUTION DATED MARCH 15, 2023.

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF SCHOOL BUSES FOR THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF ONEONTA, OTSEGO COUNTY, NEW YORK, AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COST OF $312,473, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $312,473 BONDS OF SAID SCHOOL DISTRICT TO PAY THE COST THEREOF.

Class of objects or purposes: Purchase of school buses, including incidental expenses in connection therewith.

Period of probable usefulness:

5 years

Maximum estimated cost: $312,473

Amount of obligations to be issued:

and the State Energy Conservation Construction Code in Otsego County for those municipalities that have opted out.

The full text of this Local Law is available for inspection in the Clerk of the Board’s Office in the County Office Building, Cooperstown, New York during regular business hours and is also available on the County’s website.

Dated: July 13, 2023

Carol D. McGovern Clerk of the Board of Representatives Otsego County, New York

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Cooperstown will hold the following public hearings in the Village Office Building, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown, New York on Monday, July 24th, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as can be heard, to discuss the following:

Apply for a CFA Application through the EFC Green Innovation Grant Program for Pioneer Alley and Hoffman Lane and to consider SEQRA for such project

Public Hearing to increase the parking violation fees from $35 to $45, $50, or $100

Any resident of the Village of Cooperstown is entitled to be heard upon said proposed application and Local Law at such public hearings. Disabled citizens, who require assistance in attending said public hearings, or in furnishing comments or suggestions, should contact the Village Clerk to request assistance.

Dated: July 11, 2023

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PLEASANT BROOK HOTEL LLC

Filed 6/28/23

Office: Otsego Co.

SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to:

510 State Highway 165, Roseboom, NY 13450

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF ANSELMO REALTY LLC

Filed 6/28/23

Office: Otsego Co.

SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to:

510 State Highway 165, Roseboom, NY 13450

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF ABILENE ACRES, LLC.

Arts. of Org. filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/29/23.

Office location: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 633 Dimock Hollow Rd, Morris N.Y. 13808.

Purpose: any lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF 45 CEDAR STREET LLC.

Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 06/28/23.

Office: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, c/o Michael F. Galella, 76 Hunter Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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5/4/2023. Office in Otsego Co.

SSNY designated Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Hawkeye’s Bluff, LLC, 50 W 85th Apt 13, New York, NY 10024

Purpose: Any Lawful purpose.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF BUTTERNUT VALLEY HERITAGE FARM LLC.

Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 06/20/23. Office: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 533 Dimmock Hollow Road, Morris, NY 13808.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Susquehanna Spirit LLC.

Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 6/14/23. Office location: Otsego Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Bradley Tillbrooks, 2831 Marsala Court, Orlando, FL 32806.

Purpose: any lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF

Name of LLC: Mountain Side Contracting LLC

Date of filing of Articles of Organization with the NY Department of State: April 30, 2023 Office of the LLC: Otsego County

Third: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against the limited liability company may be served. Th post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon the Secretary of State by personal delivery is: NATIONAL REGISTERED AGENTS, INC., 28 LIBERTY ST., NEW YORK, NY 10005 I certify that I have read the above statements, I am authorized to sign this Articles of Organization, that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and that my signature typed below constitutes my signature. Neil Smith, ORGANIZER (signature), NEIL SMITH ORGANIZER, 1518 CO RT 20, EMESTON, NY 13335

Filed by: NEIL SMITH, 1518 CO RT 20, EDMESTON, NY 13335

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Weinberg Wealth LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with NYS Dept. of State (SSNY) on 06/17/2023.

Office location: Otsego County SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: 95 Pioneer St Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF AZ Residential Properties LLC

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A NY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

Name: FANCY FARM 1962 LLC.

Articles of Organization filing date with Secretary of State (SSNY) was 13 June 2023.

Office location: Otsego County. SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and SSNY shall mail copy of process to 6141 South 2175 East, Ogden, UT 84403. Purpose is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under NYS laws.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 3692 COUNTY HIGHWAY 35 LLC UNDER SECTION 203 OF THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW

1. The name of the limited liability company is 3692 County Highway 35 LLC.

2. Articles of Organization of 3692 County Highway 35 LLC were filed with the New York Secretary of State on June 5, 2023.

3. The county within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Otsego County.

4. The street address of the principal business location of the limited liability company is: 215 Tuscan Road, Worcester, NY 12197.

which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Otsego County.

4. The street address of the principal business location of the limited liability company is: 257 Townline Road, Laurens, NY 13796.

5. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: Dangca LLC, 257 Townline Road, Laurens, NY 13796.

6. The limited liability company is organized to carry on all lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CLAPPER’S MAPLE RIDGE RANCH LLC

UNDER SECTION 203 OF THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW

1. The name of the limited liability company is Clapper’s Maple Ridge Ranch LLC.

2. Articles of Organization of Clapper’s Maple Ridge Ranch LLC were filed with the New York Secretary of State on April 10, 2023.

3. The county within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Otsego County.

4. The street address of the principal business location of the limited liability company is: 184 Reservoir Road, Oneonta, NY 13820.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Kato En LLC.

Filed 1/16/23.

Office: Otsego Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to: Kato Family, 266 Copes Corners Rd, South New Berlin, NY 13843. Registered Agent: Hiroaki Kato, 266 Copes Corners Rd, South New Berlin, NY 13843.

Purpose: General.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CORPORATION

Melissa Fallon-Korb LLC filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/10/23. Office location: Otsego County. NYSS is designated as agent of this LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY will mail process to 53 Fair St, Otego NY 13825.

Purpose: any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF FAITHFUL CARE AT HOME LLC

Filed 5/25/23

Office: Otsego Co. SSNY designated as agent for process&shall mail to: 33 North St, Edmeston, NY 13335

Purpose: all lawful

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County Board of Elections

Co Hwy 33W, Ste 2 Cooperstown, NY 13326 607-547-4247 www.voteotsego. com

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The bond resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on March 15, 2023, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the City School District of the City of Oneonta, Otsego County, New York, is not authorized to expend money, or if the pro-

Not exceeding $312,473 bonds

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF LAW

NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Representatives of the County of Otsego at a meeting thereof held on the 5th day of July, 2023, duly adopted a Local Law entitled: A Local Law amending Local Law No. 1 of 2011 – providing for the administration and enforcement of the New York State uniform fire prevention and building construction code.

The intent of this Local Law is to provide for the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uni-

By order of the Village Board Village of Cooperstown

Jenna L. Utter Village Clerk Village of Cooperstown 22 Main Street Cooperstown, NY 13326 (607) 547-2411 (phone) jutter@cooperstownny.org (email)

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Empire Electrical Controls LLC.

Filed 2/6/23.

Office: Otsego Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to:

Joshua Cormier, 2321 State Highway 80, Burlington Flats, NY 13315.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Beautiful Beginnings Pregnancy & Birth Services LLC

Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 6/21/23. Office located in Otsego Co. SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: LaurieAnn Norwood, 189 Nersesian Road, Hartwick, NY 13348.

Purpose: any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Hawkeye’s Bluff LLC

Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY)

The New York Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. The Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: Mountain Side Contracting LLC at 107 Briar Hill Road, Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Purpose of the LLC: Any Lawful Purpose

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF N Smith Transport LLC

Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law

First: The name of the limited liability company is: N Smith Transport LLC

Second: The county, within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is OTSEGO.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on May 24, 2023.

Office Location: Otsego County. SSNY Designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 21 E James St, Richfield Springs, NY 13439.

Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Joe’s Buds LLC.

Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 6/6/23. Office location: Otsego Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served SSNY shall mail process to: 29 Miller Street, Oneonta, NY 13820. Purpose: any lawful activities.

5. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 3692 County Highway 35 LLC, 215 Tuscan Road, Worcester, NY 12197.

6. The limited liability company is organized to carry on all lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DANGCA LLC UNDER SECTION 203 OF THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW

1. The name of the limited liability company is Dangca LLC.

2. Articles of Organization of Dangca LLC were filed with the New York Secretary of State on May 26, 2023.

3. The county within this state in

5. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: Dana Clapper, 184 Reservoir Road, Oneonta, NY 13820.

6. The limited liability company is organized to carry on all lawful activities.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Culture Rally, LLC.

Articles of organization filed with SSNY on June 5, 2023.

Location: Otsego County.

SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 16 Hazel St., Oneonta, NY 13820.

Purpose: any lawful activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF MALLOCH MANAGEMENT, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State on May 25, 2023; The office location within New York is in Otsego County. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to c/o THE LLC, 4485 County Highway 18, New Berlin, New York 13411.

Purpose: acquire, own, hold, develop, lease, manage, operate real property or to engage in any lawful act or activity.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Hoppin Hogs LLC

Arts of Org. filed SSNY 5/23/23, Otsego Co. SSNY design agent for process & shall mail to Zenbusiness Inc. 41 State St #112 Albany, NY 12207 General Purpose

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Concert a ‘Walk Through the Tuscan Valley’

Imagine a warm, rainy afternoon on a perfumed walk through the Tuscan valley, and that is exactly what was conjured by the return of Fenimore Chamber Orchestra to Christ Church in Cooperstown on Saturday, June 17. The near-capacity audience was treated to another deeply musical and virtuosic display by this very stylish ensemble, guided by the knowing baton of Maestro Maciej Zoltowski. a true rarity in the Serenade for Strings, Op 11 of Swedish composer dag Wirén opened the concert, rushing in like a warm, early-summer breeze. Here is a wonderfully melodic, mellifluous work that deserves more attention than it has ever received on these shores. a somewhat slight work, it nevertheless received careful and loving attention from the orchestra and conductor. Ottorino Respighi’s ancient airs and dances, Suite 3 immediately followed. It would be difficult to find a more evocative, delicious work devoted to the early musical landscape of Tuscany of the 16th and 17th centuries. a fter the intermission came the notoriously difficult “Souvenir de Florence” by Tchaikovsky. It has all the hallmarks, and pitfalls, of the composer; pizzicati, gorgeous melodies, and demands for technical, almost unsurmountable, bravura. Which brings us to the crux of this article.

The strings of Fenimore Chamber Orchestra performed luminously throughout the afternoon, with each section sounding as if it was one huge instrument. This is not an easy thing for a conductor to achieve. Notorious (there’s that word again), technical difficulties seemed like child’s play and were performed with an astonishing élan. as if that were not enough, all of the afternoon’s offerings were blessedly in tune! and several of the orchestra’s musicians took turns at the exceedingly difficult solos to an ovation that has rarely been heard in this area. The magic of the Tuscan hills was lovingly nurtured along the way by Maestro Zoltowski, who is already celebrated here and abroad for his refinement and ability to bring forth the best from each member of his orchestra. It is also a joyful happening that in so short a time, Fenimore Chamber Orchestra has positioned itself as did Marlboro or Interlochen, both of which are in very out-of-the-way areas. and next season, this author has heard that every concert by Fenimore Chamber Orchestra at Christ Church will be repeated at another performing venue throughout the area. What could be a better ambassador for the already well-known Cooperstown? We look forward to the second season of concerts to commence on august 26.

The job scene

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Clark Companies, located in Delhi, NY has an immediate opening for a Project Manager. This position reports to the CEO and Director of Design/ Construction, responsibilities/duties include but not limited to the following areas:

Project Management

• Assisting with management of overall project budgets

• Preparation of buy-out comparisons

• Preparing subcontract documents

• Preparing purchase orders

• Formulation of project value engineering options and presentation

• Assisting with project design development

• Preparation and administration of project schedules

• Coordination and administration of communications with customers

• Preparing and processing project submittals

• Preparing and submitting monthly applications for payment

Student Intern

Contributing to Business Vitality

ONEONTa

Victoria Spina, a rising senior from Hartwick College, has joined the Innovation and acceleration Center at Otsego Now as its marketing intern this summer. The center, which opened in February, helps small businesses and entrepreneurs launch their ideas and businesses in Otsego County.

Conducting market research and creating digital content for a manufacturer in Morris is among Spina’s early accomplishments. Her talents are ramping up with a sales campaign for New Path Label applicators, owned by Paul and Julie Koch. They make a simple, easy-to-use machine to apply adhesive labels to flat packaging without needing pneumatics or compressors.

“I’m very excited to be working so closely with the community. I love learning about all the businesses and being able to help them achieve their goals,” says Spina, who lives in Worcester. “This label applicator may end up around the world and I can say I helped develop and launch a marketing campaign.”

Spina is pursuing her bachelor’s degree with a double major—business and art—as well as an anthropology minor.

The next significant project for Spina is developing a business and service database with the Regional Innovation Council, a project led by SUNy Oneonta. Under the direction of Innovation acceleration Center Coordinator Tammy Graves, Spina is discovering the region’s business enthusiasts.

“Victoria is playing an integral role in our business service offerings,” said Graves. “Otsego Now is delighted to offer this invaluable opportunity to college students who are passionate about a hands-on, immersive experience.”

$17/hour starting wage $1500* sign-on bonus

• Attending project meetings

Sales / Marketing

• Assisting with the preparation of bids and estimates

• Assist with overall corporate marketing

• Project lead organization and follow up

• Attend presentation/sales/marketing meetings

• Attending code/planning/zoning meetings with and on behalf of client with municipalities

Required Qualifications:

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal Communication skills.

• Organizational, attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• Experience w/AutoCAD or similar preferred.

• Ability to work independently, with little or no direct supervision.

• Eager and motivated in quickly learning and applying new skills and abilities.

• Application of knowledge for commonly used concepts, practices and procedures in construction field.

For over 100 years, Bassett has been a pioneer in delivering innovative care and fostering healthy rural communities.

Experience/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or equivalent, will consider 5 years’ experience in Construction Management/Supervisor role in lieu of.

• Commercial construction knowledge/ experience, particularly related to sitework.

Salary DOE, great benefit package includes but not limited to; health, dental, vision, 401(k), Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending, and paid time off.

To apply, submit application online at www.clarkcompanies.com, apply in person at 41155 St. Hwy 10, fax your resume to (607) 746-3107 or mail to Human Resources, P.O. Box 427, Delhi, NY 13753. Clark Companies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. We do not sponsor employment visas.

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of $240,000.00. According to Ruffles, though, thanks to strong consumer demand in 2023, Otsego County’s current sales tax projection for the year is $2.4 million over the amount budgeted.

That difference would be a net surplus to the county this year, Ruffles said, but the shortfall in foreclosure income will still be there in subsequent years.

The ultimate date on which the entire foreclosure proceedings will be reinstated remains unknown at this time. A bill declaring a one-year moratorium on tax foreclosure sales is presently pending in the New York State legislature. If passed, the moratorium would expire June 30, 2024.

Under such a moratorium, the county is prohibited from conveying the title to any property it may have acquired by way of tax foreclosure, and that prohibition effectively stops the county from completing any transaction resulting from an auction. The bill (Senate 2023-7549A) has been passed in the Senate and is presently pending in the Assembly, where it is expected to be approved.

According to information received from the legislative office of Senator Kevin Thomas (D-6th District), author of the bill, Governor Kathy Hochul has indicated a willingness to sign the legislation.

The moratorium is intended to give the New York State Legislature time in which to craft amendments to the New York Real Property Tax Law, and other companion laws, to deal with the changes required as a result of the SCOTUS decision declaring it is unconstitutional for New York taxing entities to retain surplus monies received from a tax foreclosure sale.

On Thursday, May 25, SCOTUS issued a ruling in Tyler v. Hennepin County, Minnesota, 22-166, which required surplus monies realized in a tax foreclosure sale be returned to the original owner of the property. Prior to that ruling, the law in states such as Minnesota and New York provided that a county could legally obtain title to property that was delinquent in payment of real estate taxes. Because the county had full title to the property to the exclusion of any prior owner or lien holder, all proceeds realized by the property auction would be retained by the county, even if that amount exceeded the taxes owed plus any accrued penalties and interest.

On a practical level, the

ultimate effect upon Otsego County will be threefold: It will no longer be able to realize any net gain from the total auction sales, it will no longer be able to offset expenses incurred in selling properties that do not cover the amounts owed, and it will be required to incur additional expenses in monitoring and distributing the surplus funds received from the sales of properties.

Every year, at tax auction, some properties will be sold for an amount over and above the taxes owed, and others will not receive any bids, or bids that are below the outstanding taxes. As to each property, according to Ruffles, the county spends a substantial amount of time and expense on such requirements as title searches, mailings and other notifications, legal expenses, and the like. In prior years, those expenses incurred on properties sold for less than the taxes owed were offset by the gain made on properties sold for an amount in excess of outstanding taxes. In other words, the gain made on one property did not represent a “profit” to the county, but rather offset the loss incurred on an under-performing auction sale that did not meet the outstanding tax owed.

This will no longer be possible. As a result of the SCOTUS ruling, the entire gain will have to be held for the benefit of the owners (or possibly their lienors/creditors) and cannot be used as an offset. For example, in the last tax sale before the pandemic, the total amount received as a surplus from properties sold in excess of taxes owed was $517,000.00. Losses where the bid amount did not equal taxes owed was $146,000.00. Per the prior calculation, the county would have collected its taxes from the auction and made a net gain of $371,000.00 less any and all associated expenses. Under the new calculation, however, the net result to the county would be a shortfall of $146,000.00 in the total taxes collected plus any associated costs.

“The end result, no matter how you look at it,” Ruffles explained, “is that the county will not be able to collect an amount that will be equal to the taxes owed, and will have to incur unrecoverable costs in processing the parcels that sell for an amount less than outstanding taxes.”

The exact amount of the effect on the county budget will not be measurable until after the moratorium has been lifted.

“I understand giving the surplus back to the taxpayer,” Ruffles said. “However, the county incurs fees for all the processing. If the county could just be made whole on the tax amounts, as well

as the fees and labor that are put into processing the foreclosed parcel, I feel it would work for everyone.

“Only the state can make the decision on how future foreclosures will take place. We have to wait for them to make the final decision,” Ruffles concluded.

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the 1995 season, Torre took over as manager of the Yankees, leading New York to four World Series titles from 1996 to 2000. The Yankees qualified for the Postseason in each of Torre’s 12 seasons as manager, winning 10 American League East titles and six AL pennants to go along with the four World Series championships.

After 12 seasons as manager of the Yankees, Torre skippered the Dodgers for three years from 2008 to 2010, leading L.A. to two NL West crowns. His final total of 2,326 wins ranks fifth alltime, and his four World Series wins are tied for fourth.

Following his managerial career, Torre joined Major League Baseball’s front office, where he served in several roles as one of baseball’s most trusted voices. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2014.

“It is a great privilege to join the Hall of Fame’s Board of Directors,” Torre said. “Baseball has been my life, and I know well what Cooperstown means to our game and its loyal fans. I am honored to support the mission of the Hall of Fame and all the ways it can lift up the best game in the world.”

In addition to Board Chairman Jane Forbes Clark, whose grandfather, Stephen C. Clark, founded the Hall of Fame, the Hall of Fame’s Board of Directors also includes: Treasurer Kevin Moore, Paul Beeston, Craig Biggio, Bill DeWitt, Tom Glavine, Ken Griffey Jr., Ken Kendrick, Rob Manfred, Arte Moreno, Jerry Reinsdorf, Cal Ripken Jr., Brooks Robinson, Harvey Schiller, Ozzie Smith and Thomas Tull. Complete bios on board members can be found at baseballhall.org/ museum/board-of-directors.

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that the potential for harm is great, as do governments who use it to raise revenue. They likely know the data better than I do. They accept that the products hurt people—expendable people.

So, how do we create a culture that rejects the necessity of expendable people… just in this one area of public health?

1) Require that public policy and public funding pass the public health test, especially when the economic strategy depends on alcohol, marijuana and/or gambling.

2) Respond to those who unknowingly seek to do good with products which harm.

3) Show compassion toward those who are most vulnerable to the harm. There is no shame in being vulnerable. I think of a famous quote that I love: “Holding youth solely responsible for underage drinking is like blaming fish for dying in a polluted stream.” — Laurie Lieber

If we “pollute” our environment with revenue-generating harmful substances, can we blame the vulnerable for succumbing? We do have the ability to change just a few things that are relatively painless to us, to protect the vulnerable. It is important that we do this together. This gives us an opportunity to be life savers; the opportunity to bring people from the “expendable column” to the “you matter” column.

And, who among us doesn’t want to matter?

The full TEDx talk can be found at: https://www. ted.com/talks/julie_dostal_ expendable_people

Julie Dostal is executive director of the LEAF Council on Alcoholism and Addictions, Oneonta.

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Outlaws Split Home Doubleheader

ONEONTA—The Oneonta Outlaws split a doubleheader against the Glens Falls Dragons at Damaschke Field on Saturday, July 8. Oneonta dropped the first game 8-4 after the Dragons ran away with four runs in the sixth inning. Connor Roche led the Outlaws offensively, going three-forfour with a double and scoring two runs. Jack Hopko, Logan Waldschmidt and Brody Raleigh each hit a double. Relief pitcher Christopher Ubner, of Fly Creek, took the loss after giving up four runs in four innings.

Oneonta rallied from an early 3-0 deficit to eke out a 43 victory in the low-scoring second game. Hopko hit a double and scored a run. Christopher Baillargeon and Felix Larose each stole a base. Martin Thorsland, of the Town of Maryland, earned the win. He struck out three in four innings and held the Dragons scoreless. Oneonta moved to 11-16 for the season.

Sparkling Lion

COOPERSTOWN—Cooperstown resident Chip Northrup enjoyed one of the best seats in the house for last week’s July 4th fireworks over Glimmerglass State Park.

Retrievers Shut Out Hillcrest

HILLCREST—The Otego Retrievers defeated Hillcrest in a 5-0 road game on Friday, July 7. Xander Johnson pitched the complete game, striking out 14 in seven innings and allowing only four hits and one walk. He also scored a run and hit a sacrifice fly. Braeden Johnson went two-for-four, batting in two runs. Gavin Nordberg hit a double.

Photo by Chip Northrup

►Friday, July 14

CARNIVAL The Schenevus Fireman’s Carnival is underway. Scattered Flurries will perform at 7 p.m., followed by fireworks at dusk. Visit the Schenevus Maryland FB page for more info. https://www.facebook.com/ groups/809819789113664

CRAFT WORKSHOP

10 a.m. “Alcohol Inks on Tile.”

Suggested donation, $15 for materials. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661.

CONSERVATION 10 a.m.

to 1 p.m. Frog-Bit Friday. Pull invasive species from local waterways with the Otsego County Conservation Association. Registration required. Clarke Pond, Richfield Springs. programdirector@ occainfo.org.

MAGIC SHOW 11:30

a.m. Ron Cain presents “The Magic of Kindness.” Richfield Springs Public Library, 102 Main Street, Richfield Springs. (315) 858-0230.

GARDEN TOUR REGISTRATION Noon. Last chance to sign up for a tour exploring dazzling private gardens, featuring a wide range of landscape styles and conditions. Held rain or shine. No dogs. Tickets, $30/person. Presented by the West Kortright Center. (607) 278-5454.

SUMMER HIKE 1-3 p.m. Midsummer hike with Otsego County Conservation Association Educator Shelby MacLeish. Includes excellent view of the valley. Free, open to all. Table Rock Trails, Hartwick College, Oneonta. (607) 547-4488.

CRAFTY FRIDAY 3:30

p.m. “Make a Letter Bracelet.” All ages welcome. Free; pre-registration required. Worcester-Schenevus Library, 168 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309.

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FUNKY TOWN 6-9 p.m.

Enjoy delicious treats and groovy tunes of the disco era each Friday in summer. Presented by Vêsucré in the Westgate Plaza, 107 Winnie Hill Road, Oneonta.

SOFTBALL GAME 6 p.m.

“Family Resource Network and Oneonta Job Corp Academy 5th Annual Community Softball Game.” Fun, friendly game of softball featuring contests between innings for the spectators and much more. The night will end with a performance by a fire dancer. Damaschke Field, 15 James Georgeson Avenue, Oneonta. (607) 432-0001.

FIREPIT FRIDAY 7-10 p.m. Music, a bonfire and some beer. This week, enjoy funk rock performed by the band What? Brewery Ommegang, 656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown. (607) 544-1800.

JAZZ NIGHT 7 p.m. Come out for a fun night of jazz with Rich Mollin. Admission by donation. Cash bar available. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, Oneonta. (607) 431-2080.

►Saturday, July 15

CARNIVAL The Schenevus Fireman’s Carnival continues with a Chinese auction at 11 a.m. and a chicken barbeque at noon. The carnival parade begins at 6 p.m. and the Jason Wicks Band will play from 7:30-11 p.m. Visit the Schenevus Maryland FB page for more info. https://www.facebook.com/ groups/809819789113664

PAINT THE POINT Dawn to dusk. Plein Air Painting at Brookwood Gardens. Experienced and novice artists are invited to paint the gardens and learn from professional artist Lisbeth Firmin. Conti-

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nental breakfast and boxed lunches provided. The public is invited to observe art in the making. Artist cost, $60. Brookwood Point, 6000 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. Continues Sunday 7/16. (607) 547-2366.

BASS TOURNAMENT

7 a.m. Richfield Springs Community Center Bass Tournament. Includes prizes for top three boats by bag weight and heaviest lunker. Limit of three bass per boat. Also door prizes, 50/50 raffle, and anglers get free lunch after weigh-in at 1:30. Entry, $25/ person. Held rain or shine. Canadarago Boat Launch, Richfield. (315) 858-3200.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

7:30-11:30 a.m. Fly-In Pancake Breakfast. All-you-caneat pancakes, eggs, maple syrup, sausage, beverages. Cost, $9/adult to support the Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department. Cooperstown/ Westville Airport, Route 166, Cooperstown. RICHFIELD SPRINGS

FARMERS MARKET 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spring Park pavilion, Richfield Springs. (315) 8582703. LAKE CLEAN-UP 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Help remove debris from the lake shore and shallows. Held by the Otsego Lake Association. Drop-off at Three Mile Point, 6266 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. Visit otsegolakeassociation.org

COOPERSTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 101 Main Street, Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8881.

NANCY DREW CONVEN-

TION 9:30 a.m. “The History

Behind the Mystery: The Real Secret of Mirror Bay” presented by Sleuths president Jennifer Fisher. Ballroom, Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8344.

RUMMAGE SALE 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Heritage at the Plains at Parish Homestead, 163 Heritage Circle, Oneonta.

ESTATE AUCTION 10 a.m. Items collected by several generations of the same fami-

ly in unreserved auction. Held at the former Greenie’s Auto World, 2591 State Highway 7, Otego. (607) 287-5320.

BEEKEEPING WORKSHOP 10 a.m. “Newbees” and experienced beekeepers are invited to visit the apiary of Walt Heinrich to learn to inspect a colony of bees, from keeping the smoker lit to recognizing a brood pattern, with hands-on experience guided by an experienced beekeeper. RSVP required to receive address. Schenevus. E-mail honeyChef3@gmail.com.

SPORTS PHOTOS

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Action

Photo Clinic. Practice sports and action photography on the smartphone with pointers from experts. Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. Continues Sunday, 7/16. (607) 547-1400.

EXHIBIT FINALE 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Star Power Painting,” featuring Deborah Geurtze, Tracy Helgeson and Lilian Voorhees. Free admission. The Art Garage, 689 Beaver Meadow Road, Cooperstown. (315) 941-9607.

OUTDOOR THEATRE

11 a.m. “Dinosaur Invasion” by Dandelion Stage. Children help save the world from time-traveling dinosaurs. Separate programs are scheduled for children ages 3-6, and ages 7-12. Fortin Park, 101 Youngs Rd., Oneonta. Presented by Oneonta World of Learning. (607) 353-9503. Also held 7/16.

PERIOD FARCE Noon & 2 p.m. “Cox & Box: A Musical Comedy.” Presented by The Templeton Players. A musical farce in which a landlord tricks Mr. Cox and Mr. Box into sharing an apartment. The Farmers’ Museum, Cooperstown (607) 5471450.

WRITERS GROUP 1:30 p.m. Join online group to work on writing prompts, share current work, and get some feedback. Presented by the Huntington Memorial Library, Oneonta. Register at hmlwriters@gmail.com

LIVE MUSIC 6:30-9:30

p.m. Grammy Award-winning David Oquendo and band perform Cuban music. Origins Café, 558 Beaver Meadow Road, Cooperstown.

MUSICAL 7 p.m. “Buried

Treasure: Uncovering the Songs of a Lifetime.” Musical storytellers Keith Torgan and Barbara Siesel present a funny and poignant modern cabaret. Tickets, $20 at the door. The Major’s Inn, 104 Marion Avenue, Gilbertsville. (607) 783-2967.

HOME GAME 7 p.m.

Oneonta Outlaws vs. the Albany Dutchmen, featuring happy hour before the game from 5-6 p.m. Admission, $5/adult. Damaschke Field, 15 James Georgeson Avenue, Oneonta. (607) 432-6326 or visit oneontaoutlaws.com

OPENING NIGHT 7:30

p.m. The Glimmerglass Festival presents “Romeo & Juliet” by Gounod. Alice Busch Opera Theater, 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 5472255.

CONCERT 7:30 p.m. The Poverty Hill Band. Enjoy old-time songs and original tunes. Admission, $10. Windfall Dutch Barn, GPS location is 2009 Clinton Road, Fort Plain. (607) 263-5230.

MUSIC FESTIVAL 7:30

p.m. The Honest Brook Music Festival season opens with Chaeyoung Park, pianist, performing everything from early French Baroque to Beethoven sonatas, to new music by living composers. Reservations for seating, $25/person. Honest Brook Music Festival, 1885 Honest Brook Road, Delhi. 607-746-3770.

►Sunday, July 16

SUNDAE RUN 8 a.m.

RSCC Sundae Run & Walk. Enter to run the 5K, 10K run or 2-mile walk to support the Richfield Springs Community Center. Registration required. Starts from the Richfield VFW, Lake Street, Richfield Springs. (315) 749-3286.

MILFORD FARMERS’ MARKET 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Curry Park, 3898 State Highway 28, Milford.

PERIOD FARCE Noon & 2 p.m. “A Good Night’s Rest.” Presented by The Templeton Players. Mr. Snobbington desperately needs to sleep but the neighbor is making

a ruckus after being locked out. What to do but invite them in? What could possibly go wrong? The Farmers’ Museum, Cooperstown (607) 547-1450.

FUNDRAISER Noon.

“Dine Out For a Cause.” Eat out to support local resturant and the non-profit Helios Care. Lake House Restaurant, 2521 County Highway 22, Richfield Springs. (607) 4326773.

SUMMER SUNDAY PRE-

SENTATION

1-3 p.m.

“Cooperstown Murder Trial” with Tom Morgan. Free and open to the public. Bring own folding lawn chair; handicap accessible. Swart-Wilcox House Museum, 24 Wilcox Avenue, Oneonta.

TREE ID 1-4 p.m. ‘Learn 10 Trees.” Botanical training program teaches participants to identify a host of native tree species. Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8662.

CONCERT 3 p.m. Friends of Music of Stamford presents the Julliard Jazz Ensemble. Admission by donation, suggested $12. Masks encouraged. First Presbyterian Church, 96 Main Street, Stamford. (518) 918-8003 or visit friendsmusic.org

WALKING TOUR 4 p.m.

“Glorious Glass: Stained Glass Windows in Houses of Worship.” Dr. Cindy Falk, of the Cooperstown Graduate Program, leads a walking tour of Cooperstown. Fee, $10. Register in advance. Part of the Otsego 2000 Historic Preservation Series. (607) 547-8111. otsego2000.org

FUNDRAISER 5 p.m. The Guild of Glimmerglass Festival presents a talk and tasting event with Glimmerglass Artistic and General Director Rob Ainsley and his guest, Artist-in-Residence Anthony Roth Costanzo. They will discuss Costanzo’s extraordinary career across the globe and his role in this summer’s Glimmerglass Festival. Followed by a meet and greet featuring a selection of international wines and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets, $50/person. Glimmerglass Pavilion, 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. Visit www. glimmerglassguild.org

►Monday, July 17

EXERCISE CLASS 10 a.m. Get moving in Low-Impact Exercise Class. Designed for seniors but all are welcome. Held each Monday and Thursday in July. Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP 10 a.m. to noon. Children aged 8-12 are invited to learn about action photography, portraits, landscapes and other camera techniques in this fun, threeday workshop. Includes a chance to view two exhibits: “Randy Johnson: Storytelling with Photographs,” and “Day to Night: Photographs by Stephen Wilkes.” Cost, $70/non-member. Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. (607) 547-1400.

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CONCERT 5:30 p.m. “The Realtime Dixieland Band” features some of the area’s finest concert musicians having fun with New Orleans-style jazz. Part of the Pathfinder Summer Concert Series. Concessions available. Pavilion, Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, Edmeston.