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To sunnier days
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A N D A G R O W I N G A P P R E C I AT I O N F O R L I F E ’ S L I T T L E P L E A S U R E S
BRACE YOURSELF
A threaded ankle bracelet is just the thing to highlight your at-home pedicure. Homemade and in beachy colors, its summery vibe takes you to the beach no matter how far away it seems.
In the spirit of summer escapism, we peruse
“Keep your face to the sunshine and
area shops for items that appeal to our wan-
you cannot see a shadow.”
derlust. We also round up easy local daytrips
It’s an appropriate thought for Central
and scenic routes, and explore some options
New York — weather and all. Sure, we
for drive-by scavenger hunting.
get our fair share of cloudy days, but
In other features, we’re highlighting area
I like to think the hearts and minds
podcasters, spotlighting a few recipes for
of our people make up for it.
gourmet campfire food, looking into the re-
Looking back at these past months, Central
newed interest in victory gardens and check-
New Yorkers have shown again and again
ing in with how local artists are coping with
how they rose to challenges, reinvented
the pandemic.
themselves and their businesses, paid trib-
All good things that show the beauty, strength
ute to front line workers, supported their
and spirit of Central New York. We’re proud
neighbors and more.
to call you home.
SIGN IT
Add some humor to the garden with homemade signs and sayings. Some verbiage we’re loving: “We got the beet,” “Peas on earth” and “It’s about thyme.” If you need anymore, lettuce know. Wink.
In the July/August issue, we reflect on the kindness of so many in CNY with a look back
Cheers.
SWEET AND SPICY
at those who gave what they could during tough times. This special feature is brought to you by the advertisers in this issue, who give us the support we need to spotlight all
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We love this idea from Pastabilities. Top grilled local sweet corn with Pasta’s Daily Spicy Hot Tomato Oil and sprinkle with goat cheese. Find more ideas at hottom.com.
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like this quote from Helen Keller:
Contents Features
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Take Me Away
Area shops appeal to our wanderlust.
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Fun Drive
Adventure awaits in every direction.
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Road Trippin’
CNY scavenger hunts: driveable psychedelic and insightful surprises.
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Fireside Fare
Glamping destination lets guests immerse themselves in nature while enjoying culinary treasures.
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‘Cast Away
Two dozen locally produced podcasts that have us talking.
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Reflections
How Central New Yorkers stepped up to help during the pandemic.
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Departments 6 Editor’s Letter 11 It’s All Good
What to savor in CNY now... A Good Feeling, Behind the Scenes, Caught Doing Good.
22 The Seen
A pictorial review of Central New York’s socially distanced gatherings.
74 Our Town
Live like a local in Eastwood.
76 CNY Scout
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Stereo Dinner creates an ultra-sensory experience with music, food and hospitality.
79 Farm to Table
Hofmann Sausage Company shares a recipe for gourmet fajita dogs.
Back to Our Roots Victory Gardens are making a comeback. It’s not too late to start yours.
82 Art Profile
How CNY artists weathered the coronavirus storm.
88 Galleries
What’s on display in the art world.
90 Flashback
Syracuse celebrates the end of WWII.
91 Last Word
With jewelery designer turned mask maker Michelle DaRin.
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ON THE COVER Midway Drive-in previews happier times ahead. Photo by Alaina Potrikus.
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Take me away... PHOTO BY ALICE G. PATTERSON
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PHOTOS BY AMELIA BEAMISH
AFTER THE LAST FEW MONTHS, EVERYONE COULD PROBABLY USE A BIT OF AN ESCAPE. SO WHETHER YOU’RE GOING ON A VACATION, REMEMBERING A PAST TRIP FONDLY OR DREAMING ABOUT YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE, THESE FINDS WILL HELP YOU GET LOST.
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I N CN Y, A DV E NT U RE AWAIT S I N E V E RY D I REC TI O N
Fun Drive PHOTO BY ALAINA POTRIKUS
BY ALAINA POTRIKUS
A scenic drive is the ultimate summertime activity for many in Central New York. This year hit the road for a new adventure or a favorite family destination. Upstate N.Y. businesses — from restaurants and retail to tourist attractions and local landmarks — are making every effort to make sure your trip will be worthwhile, memorable and safe.
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V I C TO RY G A R D E N S A R E M A K I N G A C O M E BAC K IT ’ S N OT TO O L AT E TO S TA R T YO U RS .
Getting back to our roots BY M J K R AV EC
For the first time in months, we’re not afraid to get our hands dirty. The panic buying of hand soap, sanitizer and toilet paper led to spotty panicbuying of pasta, bread, milk, eggs, meat and even kale. Worries escalated on how COVID-19 would affect the food supply and food anxiety sparked an interest in growing vegetables at home. J U LY/A U G U S T
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o dcas t s are an engaging
topics. The perspectives are informative,
method of storytelling,
funny, inspirational, useful and thought-
providing interviews,
provoking, most all at once. Some creators
commentary and narratives
have been putting out content for three
on nearly any subject. That
years, others as little as three months. This
holds true here in Central New York, where we found an abundance of creative thinkers developing content around a variety of
roundup of 24 podcasts is just a sampling of what people are recording in our area. *Many of the podcasts feature adult language.
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