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Snowshoeing Anyone?

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The Point, a resort in Saranack Lake. Photo provided.

Luxury Winter Resorts in Upstate New York Forget Aspen — region has top winter resorts that will please the entire family By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

ou don’t have to fly to Aspen or any other western venue to enjoy the best of winter. Treat yourself to a decadent winter vacation right next door at one of New York’s luxury resorts. Whether you enjoy the adrenaline rush of extreme winter sports or like a more laid-back getaway, the following are just a few examples of the best places to lodge.

Whiteface Lodge

Renowned as a winter playground, Lake Placid offers numerous places to stay; however Whiteface Lodge (www. thewhitefacelodge.com) represents the quintessential winter lodge with all the winter sports, along with a spa, fine and casual dining restaurants (plus

room service), fireplaces, fitness center, indoor pool, outdoor hot tubs, in-room jetted tubs, surround-sound theater, game room and ice skating rink. Bringing a group? The lodge’s suites include the presidential auite that sleeps up to 10 in 3,100-square-foot area. Check the website for packages that include spa treatments and activities.

Holiday Valley

This resort in Ellicottville near Buffalo (www.holidayvalley.com) provides guests with all the winter sports, plus its famed mountain coaster. The guests can choose from three places of lodging on the property which include amenities such as a spa, room service, outdoor and indoor hot tub, dry sauna, valet service, on-site dining and more.

Guests can also choose from the large variety of local cuisine in the village.

The Point in Saranac Lake

The facility (https://thepointsaranac.com) merges rustic lodge with luxury in a nod to the Great Camp era. Unless the entire property is booked, the resort is adults-only to ensure a serene getaway. Guests enjoy their own sizable suites, each with rustic and vintage accoutrements blending tastefully with the lodge theme. Think wood panels, stone fireplaces, exposed beams and warm earth tones accented with pops of navy, salmon or cranberry. Activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, curling and ice fishing available on the property’s grounds. Guests may dine in the

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er permitting. The Sagamore is also close to the Lake George 2018 Winter Carnival and Gore Mountain, West Mountain, Crandall Park and Adirondack Extreme-Adventure Park.

Mohonk Mountain House

Holiday Valley in Ellicottville provides guests with all the winter sports, plus its famed mountain coaster. Great Hall with the company of other guests, in their rooms or other venues throughout the property.

The Sagamore Resort

The Sagamore Resort (www. thesagamore.com) in Bolton Landing overlooks Lake George and boasts a 70-acre property with a selection

of accommodations that include the Victorian-style hotel, lodges and the castle. Guests can unwind in the spa, soak in the whirlpool tub, dine at any of the eight on-site restaurants and experience the Glacier Ice Bar Lounge. Comprised of 18,000 pounds of clear ice, Glacier Ice Bar is open on the weekends of Jan. 25 and Feb. 1, weath-

The resort in New Paltz (www. mohonk.com) features a circa 1869 Victorian-style castle in the middle of 40,000 acres of forest. Guests can choose from among guest rooms, cottages or the lodge to sleep. Multiple on-site eateries provide dining opportunities or guests can order room service. Onsite, they can ice skate, cross-country ski, snowshoe, ride tubes, swim in the indoor pool, take a yoga class, explore the Barn Museum or relax in the spa. The venue also hosts special and seasonal events throughout the year, such as Hudson Valley Gingerbread Competition (Dec. 9) or Jazz on the Mountain (Jan. 11â&#x20AC;&#x201C;14). Though not a place for diehard snow enthusiasts, Mohonk offers plenty of unspoiled winter scenery, a retreat-like atmosphere and a few ways to dabble in cold weather sports. Check the website for getaway packages.

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Snow leopards at Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Photo by Terri Redhead.

Winter Fun at the Zoo This winter, visitors can have a more intimate visit with red pandas, snow leopards, Amur tigers, Andean bears and much more at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park By Mary Beth Roach “It’s all happening at the zoo,” wrote singer and songwriter Paul Simon in the Simon and Garfunkel 1967 tune “At the Zoo.” He could have easily been writing about the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park. More than 700 animals and 275 species await guests at the 43-acre facility on Syracuse’s west side, and they are hardly hibernating during the winter. It can be a wonderful time for a visit. “All summer long, they get used to lots of people, lots of colors,” said Ted Fox, zoo director. “In the winter, when there’s fewer people, the animals are much more interested in individuals. They’re much more likely to come up and look you in the face at the exhibits, interact with you a little bit. It’s a different experience.” Sixty percent of the zoo’s exhibits are actually indoors. The mixed species in The Diversity of Birds are really interactive and the tropical plants throughout are nice to see growing in

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the middle of winter, according to Fox. Other features indoors include Adaptation of Animals: Nocturnal Animals; USS Antiquities, with its Giant Pacific octopus exhibit, and displays of fish, amphibians and more; and the Social Animals Building, which includes several species of primates as well as meerkats and critically endangered Amur leopards. Those that choose to go outside during the winter months will not be disappointed. The zoo has many cold-climate species that are very active in the winter, such as red pandas, snow leopards, Amur tigers, Andean bears, Sichuan takin, American bison and Bactrian (two-humped) camels. Two snow leopard cubs that will be experiencing their first Central New York winter are Ozzy and Strut. They were born this past May, and went on exhibit in September. Zoo officials are expecting them to be quite popular. They’re like children when they recognize what snow is for the first time, Fox said.

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“They’re going to put on a show every day, I’m sure,” he said. But probably the most popular animals — and what the zoo is most famous for — are its Humboldt penguins, with a colony of nearly three dozen birds, and the elephants, with Siri, being the premiere pachyderm at the Asian Elephant Preserve. “Many, many, many people and generations have met her through programs here,” Fox said of the 51-yearold Siri. And although she’s aging, she’s being kept very healthy and happy, he added. One reason for her happy and healthy state is that she’s doing yoga everyday with the staff. Yes, that’s right, yoga — to keep up her mobility and range of motion. She reaches up to touch something with each leg, and then sideways, in a series of movements her keepers run through daily, Fox explained. Siri’s home will soon be getting an upgrade, along with some of the walkways throughout that section of

Zoo penguin. Photo by Mary Beth Roach.

Red pandas. Photo by Mary Beth Roach. the facility. The 4.5-acre preserve will be expanded to six acres, and a tunnel is being constructed for the elephants along with an elephant crossing where people can encounter the largest land mammals eye to eye. The nearby white-lipped deer area will see improvements, including a mud wallow to provide them with greater relief from heat and insects. A good deal of the trail is being widened and constructed of materials to make it more accessible, and there will be new viewing areas for visitors to better enjoy the elephants, the white-

lipped deer and the red wolf. It’s not just some of the facilities that are changing. So are some of its programs, especially for adults. New this winter is the Meet a Keeper Mornings, when people can have up-close animal encounters and one-on-one conversations with the staff, all while enjoying light refreshments, specialty coffees and mimosas. The program is $55 for zoo members and $65 for non-members. Those interested can register at: www.syracusezooevents.org. People can learn about reptiles

in the USS Antiquities cave and even meet some reptiles up-close during the Exploring the Cave program on Jan. 17; birds of prey during a session on Feb. 7, and enjoy an exclusive experience with the elephants on March 14. The zoo, one of only 232 accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), is located at 1 Conservation Place, off South Wilbur Avenue, and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is only closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Visit rosamondgiffordzoo.org for more information.

Winter Events at Rosamond Gifford Zoo While the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is open all winter long, it has some special events. Here are the main ones. Breakfast With Santa

Saturdays & Sundays Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 & 23 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Celebrate the season at this popular holiday event. Elves will serve breakfast while young guests meet Santa. Bring a camera for photos with Saint Nick! Children can make a holiday craft and decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus. Ticket includes post-breakfast zoo admission. $14 members | $18 non-members Children 2 and under free Reservations required; register online at rosamondgiffordzoo.org/santa or Call 315-435-8511 x113

Holidays With The Animals

Sunday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Help celebrate the season with the animals as they receive enrichment “gifts” to engage them and enhance their well-being. Zoo-goers can watch the animals open their presents

and play with their toys as they demonstrate natural behaviors.

Noon Year’s Eve

Sunday, Dec. 31, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Come ring in the “noon” year at the zoo with entertainment, a dance party and New Year’s celebration that keeps bed-time in mind — complete with countdown and a toast with sparkling juice at noon.

14th Annual Winter At The Zoo Photo Contest Jan. 2 through 31 Each January, the zoo invites photographers of all abilities, aged 5 and up, to take part in a photo contest. Winning photos appear in the spring issue of our member publication “MyZoo Magazine,” on the zoo’s website and social media, and are displayed to the public for one year in the zoo’s gift shop windows. Find details on this year’s contest at rosamondgiffordzoo.org/photo-contest.

Snow Leopard Days – Reduced Zoo Admission Enjoy reduced admission to the zoo during January and February — visit rosamondgiffordzoo. org for details.

Sweet Treats

Saturday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Come see the animals get their Valentines in the form of heart-shaped enrichment items that encourage them to forage, play & engage in their natural behaviors.

Winter At The Zoo Photo Contest Awards Ceremony Friday, Feb. 22, 3-4 p.m.

Winter Break Activities

Feb. 16-24 The zoo offers special keeper chats and animal greeters throughout each day of the Winter Break from school. Check the zoo website and Facebook for the schedule.

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hit the pavement or trails with the dog. You will both appreciate the change of pace.

2.Trim the trees

Literally. Winter is great time to trim back shrubs and trees. With many plants bare-limbed, trimming is easier than when leaves abound in the summer and fall. Just be careful when climbing ladders or stools during icy conditions.

3.Take a winter hike

If you have a favorite summer hike that features relatively flat terrain, try that hike during the winter. Wear a pair of winter boots with good tread or wear crampons. You may gain a new appreciation for your favorite trail.

10 Ways to Get Some Fresh Air Sure, it’s cold outside — and it will remain so for a while. The best thing is to venture out and get some needed fresh air By Melissa Stefanec

e Upstate New Yorkers tend to romanticize it when the first snow falls. But by the time we are two or three months into snowy weather, a lot of us start going stir-crazy. Most of us want out, but not everyone skis, snowshoes or snowboards. So, when the winds and snow are blowing, how do you get some

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much-needed fresh air in your lungs? Here are some ideas:

Take the dog for a real walk

Your dog is likely in need of fresh air and exercise just as much as you are. Instead of just sending your four-legged friend out for a potty break,

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Help a neighbor in need

Most of us know someone who could use a hand with outdoor maintenance during the winter months. Whether that person is elderly, timestrapped or differently abled, there are opportunities to help people in your neighborhood. You can lend a hand by shoveling snow, moving trash cans or snowblowing. You will feel better when you get moving and commit an act of kindness.

5.Take a lunchtime walk

If you are prone to afternoon burnout, sneaking out for a lunchtime walk might be just the solution you are looking for. Instead of spending your lunch break catching up on emails, chatting or surfing the web, rejuvenate yourself outside during the daylight hours.

Find a walking buddy

If you are having trouble finding the motivation to walk, employ the buddy system. Most people are more motivated to work out when they have a standing obligation to meet someone. Having a buddy can help you through rough patches. When you set goals as a team, they are more likely to happen.

7.Shovel

Hear this one out. Shoveling is difficult and time consuming, but it’s also a great way to burn some calories while getting fresh air. Instead of breaking out the snowblower during a

light snow, break out your shovel. It’s amazing how warm a cold winter day feels after an invigorating shoveling session.

can keep up a running regimen during the winter. Invest in trail-running shoes or something similar with good tread. Try to run during the day and

look for places that are well-maintained and regularly cleared of snow. It feels very liberating to head out in the winter without a giant winter jacket on.

8.Join the kids

Kids get it right a lot of the time, and their attitude toward getting out in the snow is no exception. When the kids in your life head outside to play in the snow, follow them. If they don’t want to go out, motivate them to join you. It’s hard to be cold and miserable when you are laughing and having a good time.

9.Install some birdfeeders

Place bird feeders at several points in your yard. This will force you to go out and restock them. Even getting five minutes of sunlight during the winter can vastly improve your mood. Give yourself something to look after, and in turn you will look after yourself. As an added bonus, you get the beauty of winter bird watching.

10.Running

With a few precautions, you

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Winter: Love It or Hate It? Whether you love or hate cold, snowy weather, it happens every year. Here’s what locals from around the region say about the season. By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant “I like it. I don’t like to drive in it but I like everything else. I like to see the snow and when the trees are covered. I always have liked it.”

Shareen Stewart, Central Square “I kind of feel indifferent about it. It doesn’t bother me. I’ve lived here my whole life so it is what it is.”

Lacy Perry, Fabius “I like part of it. I like to see the snow after the grayness of November is

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gone. But I think by the end of February, it starts to get a little old when the snow starts piling up.”

Toni Ritter, DeWitt “We live in New York, so if you live here you’ll have snow whether you like it or not. I’m a business owner of Darling Elves, a floral shop. When we get a lot of snow, it brings in winter activities which can be good for our business. Christmas and Valentine’s are good for business. Then we

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look forward to melting.”

Mary Haines, Oswego “I got hurt. So the pain in the winter is increasing because of the cold. In the winter, we try to come down to Florida, Mississippi and Arkansas one time a month four to seven days. We have a son down here — we’re down South now and it’s 85 degrees — and a son and daughter in New York state. But I would never give up a New York summer. The wintertime used to be

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Patty Pritchard, Sterling “Winter’s nice as long as it’s not really, really cold. I like the snowfall and everything, but when it’s nail biting cold out, no.”

Chris Mizzle, Cicero “Snow is not my favorite thing. I’m always cold, so I feel even colder and then I’m out shoveling snow off my vehicle which doesn’t help. I am not looking forward to it.”

remodeling, and that’s always fun.”

holidays and sleigh riding.”

Anne Hutchins, Pennellville “I do dislike winter. I like the cold, but I don’t like the ice for slipping. Last year, I broke my tailbone when I slipped on the ice.”

Adam Lipitz, Syracuse “I personally hate winter, especially driving on the roads. If I didn’t have to drive anywhere I probably would be OK with winter.”

Antonietta Vigliotti, Syracuse “So far, we’re excited for it and then we’ll probably hate it. Retraining everyone to drive again is toughest part. We can deal with the cold. I like the

Beverly Bohemier, Baldwinsville “I hate it. I don’t like the snow and cold.”

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Gina Bush, Baldwinsville “I have mixed feelings. I don’t mind the weather and like the snow. We have fireplaces here at River Edge Mansion Bed and Breakfast, so it’s cozy. We’re not really as busy in the winter, so I have more income in spring, summer and fall. But I like the downtime. We can do renovating, deep cleaning and 2018 / 2019

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Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker: Dove of Peace Tour. Photo provided

Winter’s Best Bets By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

on’t let the cold keep you hunkered down at home. Get out and embrace the season. It seems like in recent years, Upstate New York has been able to attract some top talent to the perform in the region. If you’re looking for a show, consider any of these. Back to his stand-up comedy roots, Jerry Seinfeld shares his distinctive comedy at a show in Utica Dec. 6. Unlike may top acts, tickets are pretty reasonable, starting at $40. Seinfeld performs at The Stanley Theater (www.thestanley.org), 261 Genesee Street. Get into the season’s spirit with Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker: Dove of Peace Tour (www.nutcracker. com), appearing at Auditorium Theatre at Rochester Broadway Theatre League in Rochester (www.rbtl.org) Dec. 6. The New York Times has touted this touring performance, as it has appeared in more than 100 cities across the US and Canada. Tickets start at $28 to see this lavish staging of a Christmas

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classic. The wildly popular Trans Siberian Orchestra (www.trans-siberian. com) brings to Buffalo “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve” as its annual multi-sensory performance at KeyBank Center. Tickets range from $49.50 to $79.50. Justin Timberlake fans, treat yourself to an early present this year when he performs at KeyBank Center in Buffalo Dec. 19 with his “The Man of the Woods” tour. Tickets are $53.50 to $229, available at www.tickets.com. Multi-platinum selling group The Tenors bring their blend classical music and pop to The Vine in Waterloo (www.dellagoresort.com) Dec. 21. Tickets range from $30 to $195. The group has performed with Paul McCartney, Sarah McLachlan, Sting, Justin Bieber, Andrea Bocelli, Elton John, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, and David Foster. Rocketing to fame as the youngest winner of “America’s Got Talent,” Darci Lynne demonstrates remarkable

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skills as a singing ventriloquist. Tickets to her show sell out quickly, so get yours for her Jan. 19 appearance at Landmark Theatre in Syracuse (www. landmarktheatre.org). Tickets are only $25 to $46. Another show at The Vine in Waterloo, Bill Engvall brings his comedic talent with “Just Sell Him for Parts” comedy tour Jan. 26. at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. This is his only appearance in New York all winter. Tickets range from $35 to $65. Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short need no introduction to anyone who has watched television or movies in the past 30 years. The Zany duo will perform Mar. 2 at Landmark Theatre (www.landmarktheatre.org) as part of their “Now You See Them, Soon You Won’t” 2019 comedy tour. They received four Emmy nominations for Netflix special “An Evening You Will Forget the Rest of Your Life” so don’t miss this live appearance. Tickets are $45 to $185.

Things to Do Bowling Host of the nationally televised 2017 U.S. Open of Bowling, Flamingo Bowl is a state-ofthe-art 40-lane bowling center located at 7239 Oswego Road in Liverpool, near NYS Thruway. Newly remodeled in 2018, Flaming Bowl is an idea place to host company parties, birthday parties, leagues, fundraisers and tournaments. It was voted The Best Bowling Center in the Syracuse Area in all but one year of the last decade! Cosmic bowling is available. It also offers service bar, snack bar, fully stocked bowlers’ pro shop and automatic bumpers on every lane. For more information, visit www.FlamingoBowlCNY.com or call 315-457-7470.

Food Oak Hill Bulk Foods is a specialty food store located three miles south of Penn Yan, between Keuka and Seneca Lakes in the Finger Lakes region. Oak Hill is family-owned and staffed since 1983. In addition to basic grocery needs, it offers a nice selection of candies, nuts, pretzels, and snack mixes. Try a sample of its New York state cheddar cheese, or one of its many Amish cheeses from Ohio. A peaceful country location adds to the unique shopping experience. The store is located at 3173 Route 14A, Penn Yan. For more information, visit www.oakhillbulkfoods.com or call 315-536-0836.

Bar Located in an old bank, a beautiful building with cathedral

ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, two fireplaces and the original bank vault. Parking all around the bar and in nearby lots making it easy to find and enjoy. The Heist is not just a bar. It also hosts parties and events. You’ll find live music every weekend, pool tables and a dart board. Located at 114 Oneida St. in Fulton. Follow The Heist on Facebook to see all events and live music schedule.

Visits Discover Inlet in the Adirondack Mountain region this winter. Inlet has lots to do when there is snow on the ground. Fern Park and the Inlet Golf Club offer over 25 kilometers of free, groomed trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, including a lighted loop at Fern Park for night skiing. Inlet also grooms and maintains many miles of snowmobile trails, which are part of a joint trail system with the Town of Webb and gateway to the Moose River Plains Recreation Area. Inlet also hosts family-friendly winter events such as the New York Shootout December and Frozen Fire & Lights on the last Saturday in February. For more information, visit www. inletny.com Long Lake and Raquette Lake are iconic Adirondack communities and an ideal winter destination. More than 70 miles of groomed snowmobile trails make exploring the region a snap. For lodging, check Adirondack Hotel and Long View Lodge. Check out the free outdoor ice-skating rink and sledding hill. Snowshoeing and cross-country ski rentals are also available in town. Upcoming events include the Feeling Long Lakey Polar Plunge, Saturday, Dec. 29, the Long Lake Winter Carnival, Saturday, Jan. 19, the Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby on Feb. 9 and

new for 2019, the Hors D’oeuvres Tour, happening Feb. 22. Located at the heart of the famous Salmon River fishery, with easy access by Interstate 81 and an extensive snowmobile trail system, Pulaski is the perfect place to start your winter adventure. The community includes trails, parks and woodlands that offer opportunities for hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, show shoeing, cross-country skiing, fat-tire biking and even mushing for you to enjoy. You’ll find a variety of dining and lodging options, an arts center, two historical societies offering research opportunities, bistros, wine and beer tasting, and an historic theater offering entertainment options including dinner theater, comedy, movies, and concerts. For more information, visit http://pulaskichamberofcommerce. com St. Lawrence County, nestled between the 1000 Islands/ St. Lawrence Seaway and the Adirondack Park, boasts extensive trail networks for all seasons. From cycling to Nordic skiing, hiking to snowmobiling, the trails offer accessibility and tremendous beauty. A new interactive trails site allows you to pick the adventure that fits you and your family. The website www.STLCtrails.com is a one-stop resource with trail information and business listings to help plan your next visit. Those who prefer to sightsee from a car can enjoy our two Barn Quilt Trails and the St. Lawrence Wine Trail.

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What to Eat This Winter How do we stay warm and happy, fit and healthy during the winter months? By Anne Palumbo

ome winter — a season of short days, long nights, chilly temps and lavish holiday spreads — it’s easy to make some unhealthy food choices. We’re cold; we’re bored; we’re tempted; we’re restless. And some of us, no thanks to the decrease in sunlight, may also feel seriously down in the dumps. Compound all of the above with dry, itchy skin and a cold that won’t relent, and it’s no wonder we’re reaching for that second helping of mashed potatoes. Of course, we may also be reaching for that second helping simply because it’s winter and our appetite is

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heartier for comfort foods: stews, mac ‘n cheese, pancakes, pies. While some experts suggest our cravings are a throwback to the days when we needed an extra layer of fat to survive the cold, most say it’s just physiology. “When outdoor temperatures drop, your body temperature drops, and that’s what sets up a longing for foods that will warm you quickly,” says nutrition expert and registered dietitian Kristin Herlocker. “Carbohydrate-rich foods provide the instant ‘heat’ boost your body is longing for.” So, how do we stay warm and happy, fit and healthy during the win-

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ter months? Read on for healthy food choices that are easy to implement.

If you’re gaining weight, reach for better snacks Studies indicate that the average person gains 1 to 2 pounds during the winter months, with those who are already overweight likely to gain more. Nutritionists suggest that consuming sugary, starchy fillers between meals may be the culprit, as these foods often don’t satiate us the way harder-to-digest foods do. Instead of snacking on chips or candy, eat a high-protein, high-fiber snack between meals — a

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snack that keeps you feeling fuller longer and your blood sugar steadier — like peanut butter on celery sticks, low-fat cheese on whole-grain crackers, or some nuts. Nutritious snacks will fuel the body’s heat mechanism — and the toastier we stay, the less we crave carbs. What’s more, healthy snacks are typically much lower in calories than unhealthy snacks. For example: One cup of unbuttered airpopped popcorn—30 calories; one cup of potato chips — 150 calories; one cup of strawberry halves — 50 calories; one Snickers bar — 250 calories.

vegetables (which have more C than an orange): red and green bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, strawberries and kiwis. And what about Grandma’s favorite cold remedy: chicken soup? There’s hard science that supports Granny’s claims! Research shows that chicken soup can ease your symptoms and may help you get well sooner — thanks, in part, to an amino acid in chicken that helps thin mucous to calm your cough and stuffed up nose. Welcome news for those pressed for time: Store-bought soups are just as effective.

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Being cooped up during the coldest, darkest days of the year can make us feel so listless and down. Is it any wonder our sweet tooth flares during the wintertime? Oh, if only that cookie were a legit fix! Unfortunately, a steady diet of simple carbs is the last thing our moods need in the winter. What we need, according to experts, is to consume foods with proven mood-boosting nutrients and fatty acids, such as vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin (found in fortified dairy products, eggs and mushrooms); folate, a B vitamin, that may help lessen depression (abundant in spinach, asparagus and lentils); and omega-3s, brain-building fatty acids believed to stabilize moods (found in salmon, walnuts and flaxseed). And chocolate? Many studies support that consuming chocolate can help improve your mood, especially dark chocolate, which stimulates the production of endorphins, chemicals in the brain that create feelings of pleasure. Dark chocolate also contains serotonin, a mood-boosting antidepressant. The key with chocolate, however, is moderation.

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Many studies support that consuming chocolate can help improve your mood, especially dark chocolat no matter how dutifully we’ve instructed those around us to sneeze into a tissue. But we can lessen our chances, experts say, by keeping our immune system healthy. While the jury is still out on which nutrients strengthen our immune system most, there is some evidence that foods rich in vitamins A, B, C and E (all powerful antioxidants), as well as zinc, iron, folate and selenium, do an immune system good! In other words, a balanced diet that’s high in a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains. A few superstar recommendations: broccoli, dark leafy greens, almonds, oatmeal, sweet potatoes, pumpkin seeds and garlic. Will loading up on vitamin C during the cold months keep you sniffle-free? Doubtful. Studies, so far, have found no evidence that vitamin C prevents colds. What some studies have found, however, is that higher doses taken at the onset may help shorten the length of your cold and reduce the severity of symptoms. How much vitamin C? The National Institutes of Health suggests that adults consume no more than 2,000 mg each day, as too much vitamin C may cause kidney stones, nausea and diarrhea. To pack the ultimate vitamin C punch, think outside the OJ carton and load up on these fruits and

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From the wind chill outside to the dry air inside, winter is not your skin’s best friend. Thankfully, the right foods can alleviate some common cold-weather skin woes by providing the nutrients needed to help skin cells stay strong, supple and hydrated. When it comes to relieving dryness, foods containing healthy fats are the ultimate power food for skin. Healthy fats — from the omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon to the monounsaturated fats found in nuts and avocados to the polyunsaturated fats found in corn oil — are known to strengthen skin membranes by locking in moisture and protecting skin cells. Eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables also promotes optimum skin health. Loaded with skin-protecting antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and E, fruits and vegetables help fight dry skin by keeping it renewed, elastic, and plump. Of course, water is a must and probably one of the most important nutrients you can consume to keep your skin hydrated and itch-free.

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Fresh Spins on Winter Recipes By Melissa Stefanec

hen it comes to food, classics are classics for good reasons. A bowl of creamy whipped potatoes smothered in warm gravy is just amazing whether the weather is cold or not. A mimosa is the perfect drink to toast when celebrating the New Year. However, sometimes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to venture off the proverbial beaten path. Sometimes, different is good. For the crowds who might appreciate a fresh spin on a classic, try these recipes. You might just come to appreciate an up-and-coming classic.

prosecco with blood orange juice. If a slightly sweeter beverage is preferred, rub the rim of the glass with a slice of orange and roll the rim in fine sugar prior to filling. A sugar cube can also be added to the mixed beverage.

Swap out: mimosas Swap in: blood orange prosecco How to do it: Blood oranges are also known as moro blood oranges. Their flesh is a deep red color, which resembles blood. The fruit tastes like an orange with hints of raspberries. Thus, they work very well with sparkling beverages. Blood orange juice can be found at some grocery stores. It can also be made by juicing blood oranges. To make the cocktail, simply mix equal parts dry or semi-dry

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Swap out: pumpkin pie Swap in: fresh squash pie How to do it: A classic pumpkin pie can be

made with just about any squash, whether it be acorn, hubbard, carnival, delicata or butternut. A packed puree just needs to be prepared using the desired squash. To prepare the pack, cut the chosen squash in half lengthwise, spray with coconut oil and roast facedown on a cookie sheet or glass pan. Add a small amount of water to the tray or pan and replace as needed while cooking. The goal is to not saturate the squash. Roast at 350 F for at least 45 minutes or until soft. Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Scoop out cooked squash and puree in a food processor. Then, set pureed squash in a sieve positioned over a bowl. Allow to sit overnight in the refrigerator, allowing as much liquid to drain out as possible. Once squash is dewatered and packed, use it in an any pumpkin pie recipe.

Swap out: green bean casserole Swap in: roasted dilly beans How to do it: Preheat the oven to 400 F Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and spray lightly with olive oil. Set aside. Take 1 pound of fresh green beans (French or classic cut) and rinse and dry them. Take two sprigs of fresh dill and finely chop. In a small bowl, put 3 tbsp of olive oil, 2 tsp of chopped garlic, and the dill and mix to combine. Brush over the top of the beans. Sprinkle beans with desired amount of freshly ground black pepper and coarse salt. Squeeze the juice of 1/4 to 1/2 of lemon (to taste) over the beans. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the beans begin to shrivel. Remove from oven and, If desired, sprinkle with fresh parmesan cheese.

Swap out: mashed potatoes Swap in: pureed celery root How to do it: Celery root is a humble-looking tuber with a lot of flavor. To prepare celery root, first cut the greenery/plant away from the top of the root. Then, cut away the brown out layer with a sharp knife or heavy-duty peeler. Take the remaining core, which should be off-white, and cut it into small chunks (about 1 inch in diameter). Boil for about 30 minutes, or until soft. Drain the chunks and place them in a food processor or use a potato masher to soften. Once mashed or pureed, prepare the celery root in the same way one would prepare mashed potatoes. Add the desired amount of salt, pepper, butter and milk. The celery root mixture may also be incorporated into mashed potatoes at a ratio of 1:1. Puree also works well as a bed for seafood or chicken.

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visitors. In addition to the scheduled activities, strolling Skaneateles decked out in holiday finery is reason enough to go. More information: www.facebook. com/Dickens-Christmas-in-Skaneateles-196751397960. • Sure, your neighborhood may have lots of lights. But Lights on the Lake at Onondaga Lake Park in Liverpool boasts two miles of lights, including themed areas and animated characters. The display is up through December and early January, so you have plenty of opportunity to see this local favorite. More information: www.lightsonthelake.com. • Love snowmobiling? Don’t miss Snodeo in Old Forge.Everything

related to snowmobiles is here, from new models to vendors with parts and accessories. Plus, you can watch plenty of snowmobile races in several divisions. For more information: http://visitmyadirondacks.com/snodeo/index.html. • Holiday Traditions in Auburn is less about snow and more about history. All Sunday afternoon (noon to 5 p.m.) on Dec. 9, no admission is charged at the Seward House Museum, Willard Memorial Chapel, Schweinfurth Art Center, Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum and Harriet Tubman Home during their holiday open houses. The venues will offer tours, live music, and refreshments. History buffs should not pass up this opportunity, but anyone who enjoys holiday decor should check it out, too. For more information: www.auburnny.gov/Public_Documents/AuburnNY_ BBoard/05D85E70-000F8513. • Even if you’re not a big fan of winter, Saranac Lake Winter Carnival impresses with its size and scope, such as the enormous, lit-up ice castle. Plus, it lasts ten days and offers activities beyond the typical winter sports, such as Ladies Frying Pan Toss, Ultimate Frisbee, Snow Rugby, Snowshoe Softball and more. For more information: www.saranaclakewintercarnival.com.

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SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS Skaneateles. 25th Anniversary Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles. Annual holiday event features horse-drawn carriage rides, interactive street theater with Dickens characters, roasted chestnuts and visits with Scrooge and Father Christmas. noon to 4 p.m., plus Dec. 24 from noon to 2:30 p.m. Free admission; charges for some activities. Genesee, Jordan and Fennell streets. www. skaneateles.com/visit/dickens. Fabius. Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides. Twenty-minute horse drawn sleigh ride or wagon ride through the wintery woods at Highland Forest. No reservations needed. First come, first served. All rides will take place weather permitting. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last ride leaving at 3:30 p.m. General admission $6; 5 and younger $3. Highland Forest, 1254 Highland Park Rd. It’s recommended calling the office ahead of time to check schedule.. www. onondagacountyparks.com/highland-forest. 315-683-5550.

Dec. 1 Syracuse. NYS Indoor Kart Racing Championship. Imagine taking ordinary racing and squeezing it down to a track that’s just 100 feet in diameter: fierce wheel-to-wheel action in six-second laps. With 12 karts on the track, just to watch it is a challenge. There are approximately 70 races packed into six hours of non-stop action. 11 a.m. to late afternoon. Adults $20; children under 12 $10; children under 5 free admission. Sleep Number Center of Progress, New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd. www. syracuseindoor.com. 315-676-0227. Syracuse. “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” in Concert. Join Harry Potter for his adventures during his second year at Hogwarts Academy. The concert features “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” in high-definition while Symphoria performs John Williams’ score. 7:30 p.m. $41 to $81. Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St. www. ticketmaster.com/venueartist/168/2271881.

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Syracuse. “Elf the Musical”. Join Buddy on his madcap journey from the North Pole to New York City to find his real family, with plenty of candy, music and holiday cheer along the way. Donna Drake directs. 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. $20 to $53. Syracuse Stage Complex, 820 E. Genesee St. http://syracusestage.org/showinfo.php?id=84. 315-4433275. info@syracusestage.org. Syracuse. “The Nutcracker”. The Syracuse City Ballet presents the annual holiday classic, The Nutcracker, in which Clara and Frytz celebrate Christmas with their family and travel through the magical Land of Sweets. 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. $10 to $75. The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. www.syracusecityballet.com. 315-883-0327. Syracuse. Santa Saturdays. Family film: “A Muppet Christmas Carol”. Enjoy a special screening of “A Muppet Christmas Carol“ with your family. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free with admission. Members, $5; non-members $8. Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St. www.everson.org. Mexico. Christmas in Mexico. Village shops open at 9 a.m. and offer holiday sales. Vendors will set up at churches, schools and the VFW hall. Free busing in the village, horsedrawn carriage rides, and a lighted parade at 5 p.m., followed by a visit from Santa Claus. Free admission. Village of Mexico Fulton. Create a Holiday Festive Container. Create a festive pot or hanging basket using fresh balsam fir boughs, cones, berries and natural accents and top it all off with a festive bow you made yourself. 10 a.m. $30. Oliver B. Paine Greenhouses, 125 S. Granby Road. Oswego. St. Joseph’s Church Annual Craft Show. Handmade holiday gifts and decorations. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. St. Joseph’s Church, 240 W. 1st St. Oswego. Story Hour at Rice Creek. Targeting early readers, ages 7 to 10 (but not limited to). Bring a child to hear a story, then take a walk on a trail. 11 a.m. Free admission. Rice Creek Field Station, 193 Thompson Road.

Events Calendar Fulton. Create a Holiday Kissing Ball. Transform a simple foam ball into a holiday decoration for your porch, deck or patio using fresh balsam fir, festive decorations, ribbons and hand-tied bows you make. 1 p.m. $40. Oliver B. Paine Greenhouses, 125 S. Granby Road. Oswego. An Oswego Christmas. Horse and carriage rides, ice sculpting, crafts, visit from Santa Claus, fireworks and an Elvis impersonator. 1 to 7 p.m. Free admission. Oswego City Hall, 13 W. Oneida St. Parish. Christmas Tree Lighting. Festival with a visit from Santa Claus, followed by the annual tree Lighting and caroling. Free admission. Parish Town Gym and Veterans’ Park, 2938 E. Main St., Parish. Oswego. Burns & Kristy. Terry Burns and Ron Kristy met after many years as independent musicians and singer/songwriters in Nashville. They currently make their music and their home in Ithaca. 7:30 p.m. Admission is charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St. Oswego. “A Christmas Story” presented by Oswego Players, Inc. Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. All the elements from the beloved motion picture combine in a production for kids and adults. Time to be announced. Admission is charged. Frances Marion Brown Theater, Barbara Donahue Dr., Fort Ontario. Auburn. 45th Annual Holiday Craft Fair. More than 150 craftspeople from throughout the Northeast will display and sell handcrafted items. Additionally, Cayuga student groups will provide entertainment, information, and demonstrations throughout the event. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. 197 Franklin St. www.cayuga-cc. edu/blog/44th-annual-holiday-craft-fair. 315-294-8508. Fair Haven. Christmas Around the World. Celebrate the season with festive wine and food pairings from around the world on a self-guided tour. Refreshments and food samples are provided. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. $15.

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Tug Hill Challenge. A two-day ISDRA-sanctioned sled dog race, which will takes place at 11 a.m. Feb. 17-18 at Winona Forest, state Route 90, Lorraine. Classes for beginners are offered. For more information, visit www.pasleddogclub.com. Colloca Estate Winery, 14678 W. Bay Road. www.lakeontariowinetrail.com/events. 315947-2069. Utica. “The Nutcracker”. A Christmas tradition, see Tzchaikovsky’s classic “The Nutcracker” performed by the Mohawk Valley Ballet. 7:30. $15 to $28. The Stanley Theater, 261 Genesee St. www.thestanley. org/events/view/1279/the-nutcracker. 315724-4000. gzumpano@thestanley.org. Clayton. Christmas Parade & Fireworks. The theme of the 56th Annual Clayton Christmas Parade will be “Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child.” The parade begins at 6 p.m. and a fireworks display will take place following. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Riverside Drive. www.visit1000is-

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rides around the village, Santa at the Fire Hall, entertainment, refreshments served at the library and other venues. Memory Tree lighting at 4:15 pm. 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. South Park and Village of Pulaski Oswego. Victorian Christmas Holiday Open House. Tour the lavish mansion decorated with wreaths, poinsettias and a tree with toys from the Victorian period around its base. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. Donations accepted. Richardson-Bates House Museum, 135 E. 3rd St. Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 1. Utica. The Polar Express Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 4 Auburn. 45th Annual Holiday Craft Fair. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Dec. 1. Oswego. “A Christmas Story” presented by Oswego Players, Inc. See Dec. 1. Auburn. MasterWorks Chorale Chamber Singers. Willard Memorial Chapel presents the MasterWorks Chorale Chamber Singers to perform a cappella choral music from the Renaissance through the 20th century, including Christmas carols, accompanied by the music director, Kip Coerper on the historic Willard Chapel organ. Tickets may be purchased at Willard Chapel Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or call. 2 p.m. $10. Willard Chapel, 17 Nelson St. www.willard-chapel. org. 315-252-0339. Oswego. Oswego County SPCA Howliday Fundraiser. The organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year features many silent auctions, basket raffles and a bake sale. Bring your pet for pictures with Santa for $5 each. noon to 5 p.m. Free admission. American Legion Hall, 69 W. Bridge St. Sackets Harbor. Christmas on the Farm at Old McDonald’s Farm. See Dec. 1. Pulaski. Light Up Pulaski. Features hay

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lighting, caroling, raffles, craft activities, It’s a Wonderful 5K Run, holiday concert and more. Visit website for full schedule. Fees for some activities. http://therealbedfordfalls.com/festival-events. Waterloo. Strange Magic is the re-creation of legendary ‘70s rock band ELO (Electric Light Orchestra), a multi-media show featuring music, background imagery and film. A seven-piece group of multi-instrumentalists perform all of the sounds used in a real ELO show, with vintage keyboards, live cellos, and intricate vocal arrangements. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend. 1 p.m. $15. The Vine at Del Lago Resort, 1133 Route 414. www.dellagoresort.com. 315-946-1695. Syracuse. “Elf the Musical”. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Oswego. Ke-Nekt’ Series: Dick Oatts with the Oswego Jazz Project. World-renowned alto saxophonist Dick Oatts has toured internationally, recorded, and performed with an numerous renowned artists of jazz. 7 p.m. pre-concert talk. 7:30 concert. General public $15; SUNY Oswego students $5. Sheldon Hall Ballroom, SUNY Oswego Campus. Liverpool. Words and Music Songwriter Woodshed. Songwriters of all experience levels gather monthly in the library’s Sargent Meeting Room to share their songs, listen, and offer suggestions and encouragement in a sophisticated “first-audience” atmosphere. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St. www.lpl.org. 315-457-0310. mark.bialczak@LPL.org.

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du Jour. Interactive play by David Javerbaum, directed by Paul McKinney. 5:30 p.m. cocktails. 6:30 p.m. dinner. 7:30 p.m. show. $55 to $75. The Eis House, 144 Academy St. Ithaca. Downtown Ithaca Ice Festival. Watch ice carvers from around the nation as they compete for $9,000 in prizes during three rounds of competition. The festival features display sculptures, fire demonstrations, chowder cook-off, and the ice bar: an outdoor bar made entirely of ice, serving Bacchus beer, wine, and hot cocoa. The Ithaca Ice Festival ice carving competition is a National Ice Carving Association sanctioned event. Free admission. Downtown Ithaca. www.downtownithaca.com/ice-fest. 607-277-8679. info@downtownithaca.com. Utica. Jerry Seinfeld Returns to The Stanley Theater. America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, performs his signature stand-up routine. 7 p.m. $40 to $245. The Stanley Theater, 261 Genesee St. Tickets at www. ticketmaster.com. www.thestanley.org/ events/view/1287/jerry-seinfeld. 315-7244000. gzumpano@thestanley.org. Syracuse. Redhouse Presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas”. A musical adaptation of the classic Charles M. Schultz Christmas cartoon, featuring the score by Vince Guaraldi. Senior, student and veteran pricing is available when you call the Redhouse box office. 7 p.m. $32. Redhouse Arts Center, 400 S. Salina St. www.theredhouse.org. 315362-2785. info@theredhouse.org. Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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See Dec. 1. Rochester. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker: Dove of Peace Tour. Presenting world-class Russian artists, hand-painted sets, and a two-dancer Dove of Peace with a 20-foot wingspan. Acclaimed by the New York Times, the Dove of Peace Tour has appeared in more than 100 cities across North America in 2018. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets start at $28. All patrons must have a ticket. Auditorium Theatre at Rochester Broadway Theatre League, 885 E. Main St. www.rbtl.org. www.nutcracker.com to buy tickets or call 800-320-1733. 585-222-5000. info@rbtl. org. Utica. The Polar Express Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 7 Syracuse. Christmas Craft & Holiday Market. Features handmade decorative accents and artwork such as handcrafted furniture, framed artwork, lighting, holiday décor, architectural decorative pieces, textiles, candles, signs, metalwork, floral designs, wearable art, home and garden décor, jewelry, adult/children’s clothing and accessories, gourmet food and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $7 ($6 with online coupon); children ages 5 to 12 $2; children younger than 5 free. Hand stamp re-admits for all three days. Horticulture Building, New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd. www.countryfolkart. com/1809_syr_dec/1809_overview.htm. 248-634-4151 ext. 626. shows@countryfolkart.com. Seneca Falls. “It’s a Wonderful Life” Festival. See Dec. 5. Ithaca. Downtown Ithaca Ice Festival. See Dec. 6. Waterloo. Wynonna and The Big Noise.

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Respected by the millions of fans who are drawn to her music and undeniable talent, Wynonna’s rich and commanding voice has sold over 30-million albums worldwide spanning her 34-year career. As half of the legendary mother/daughter duo The Judds,”Wynonna was once dubbed by Rolling Stone as “the greatest female country singer since Patsy Cline.” 8 p.m. $35 to $70. The Vine at Del Lago Resort, 1133 Route 414. www.dellagoresort.com. 315-946-1695. Syracuse. Karen Savoca & Pete Heitzman. Duo plays a mix of soul, R&B, roots, funk and folk, from simple ballads with piano and guitar to complex vocals and guitar work. 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. $15. May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society, 3800 E. Genesee St. www.folkus.org. 315638-4740. Verona. John Legend: A Legendary Christmas. He has sung with the likes of Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, and Kanye West, and received multiple awards during his entertainment career. John Legend brings a rockabilly sound to Christmas favorites. 8 p.m. $73 to $118. Package deals available at the website. Event Center, Turning Stone Resort Casino, 5218 Patrick Rd. www.turningstone.com. 800-771-7711. Fulton. Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”. Based on the Paramount Pictures Film, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” comes to life as a stage show. This Christmas favorite features the title song “White Christmas” and other classics sung at a snow-less ski lodge in Vermont that needs a miracle or maybe a popular stage show to stay open. 7:30 p.m. Adults $15; seniors or students $12; ages 5 through 11 pay your age; under age 5 free admission. CNY Community Arts Center, 121 Cayuga St. https://cnyartscenter.com. 315-5982787. cnyartscenters@gmail.com.

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Syracuse. First Fridays at the Everson. Enjoy an evening of art, holiday music and culture. Experience the galleries, bring in your own LPs, cash bar and more. Cider and beer tasting with Anything But Beer and chocolate tasting by The Speach Family Candy Shoppe. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Members free; non-members $8. Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St. www.everson.org. 315-474-6064. Syracuse. “Elf the Musical”. 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. Redhouse Presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas”. See Dec. 6. Oswego. “A Christmas Story” presented by Oswego Players, Inc. See Dec. 1. Oswego. The Hook with Dusty Pascal, Jane Zell and Mike Place. A trio of central New York artists perform their own compositions in a round robin format. 7:30 p.m. Admission is charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St., Oswego. Fulton. “White Christmas” presented by CNY Arts Center. Experience Irving Berlin’s story of a successful song-and-dance team who become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general. 7:30 p.m. $12 to $15. CNY Arts Center, 121 Cayuga St. Auburn. “Marie and The Nutcracker Prince”, produced by Breadcrumbs Productions. “Marie and the Nutcracker Prince” is an immersive theatrical journey inspired by the dark and intriguing origins of E.T.A. Hoffman’s original tale. Space is limited. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please note which showing when purchasing tickets. $20. Cayuga Museum Mansion, 203 Genesee St. http://cayugamuseum.org/events. 315-253-8051. Auburn. First Friday. Museums, galleries, restaurants and shops host open houses with free live music, art exhibits and refreshments. Downtown venues include Auburn Public Theater, A.T. Walley’s, the Copper Pig, Finger Lakes Art, Good Shepherd’s Brewing Co., the Havana Room at the Phoenix, Moondog’s Lounge,

Osteria Salina, Prison City Pub & Brewery, Seward House Museum, Underground Bottle Shop and more. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free. Genesee Street. www.auburndowntown. org/events. 315-252-7874. Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 1. Old Forge. Snodeo. 42nd Annual Snodeo Weekend in Old Forge. Kick off snowmobile season with this family-oriented event hosted by the Central Adirondack Association. Four manufacturers will have their 2019 snowmobile models on display. Activities include vintage snowmobile show & swap meet, Kitty-Cat & 120cc races at noon on Saturday and photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission. Hiltebrant Recreation Center Pavilion, 201 North St. www.adirondack.net/winter/annual-events/snodeo. Round Lake. 18th Annual Santa’s Play Land Open House. Santa will be onsite, as well as several other costumed characters including Scooby Doo, Cat in the Hat, Tigger and many more. Take a ride on one of the “Quick Express” tractor drawn trains, or enjoy a horse and wagon ride. Refreshments of coffee, hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Parking is offsite at the Corpus Christi Church and Sysco Foods. Round trip bus transportation is provided. 4:30 p.m. Free admission. Quick Response Restoration, 2077 Route 9. Utica. “The Polar Express” Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 8 Syracuse. Christmas Craft & Holiday Market. See Dec. 7. Seneca Falls. It’s a Wonderful Life Festival. See Dec. 5. Ithaca. Downtown Ithaca Ice Festival. See Dec. 6. Round Lake. 18th Annual Santa’s Play Land Open House. See Dec. 7. Albany. Cirque Musica Holiday presents “Wonderland”. Both a symphony concert and high-flying acrobats and aerialists combine for a holiday experience for the whole family. 7:30 p.m. $25 to $70. The Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave. https://ticketmaster.com. Fulton. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. See Dec. 7. Syracuse. “Elf the Musical”. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. Redhouse Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas. See Dec. 6. Syracuse. Santa Saturdays. Milk and cookies with Santa. Enjoy a visit with Santa at the Everson. Visit Santa’s Workshop for

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safety. Featured show sled on Saturday is SKI-DOO. In addition to shopping the indoor swap meet food vendors will also be available. The annual logo shirt will be for sale once again for $10, along with commemorative coffee cups and dash plaques. This year, the raffle snowmobile up for grabs is a Yamaha Exciter 440 Custom. Tickets are $5 each or six for $20. Admission tickets are $10 each. If you want to participate in racing, it’s $10, whether you bring one or 20 sleds. The same applies to swap meet participants, $10. All proceeds from the event benefits local charitable organizations. The show is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. At the Fulton War Memorial, 609 W. Broadway. www.facebook.com/ GreatEasternWhiteout.

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Don’t Miss It Yogathon Several instructors, each leading a different yoga style will participate of this event in Oswego. Sessions are appropriate for beginners or experienced yogis. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 2, at Peaceful Remedies, Inc., 41 Lake St. $25 fee charged. an art-making activity, and snack of milk and holiday cookies. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Children $10; adults $12. Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St. www.everson.org. Syracuse. “Dasher’s Magical Gift.” Watch with your family a children’s play about Dasher, Santa’s lead reindeer, when he forgets how to fly right before Christmas. A star-struck reindeer and penguin friend may help him save the day and remind him of the true meaning of Christmas spirit. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $9 to $20. The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. https://weare. cnyarts.org/programs/dasher. Syracuse. Symphoria Special: “Messiah. “ Symphoria and the Syracuse University Oratorio Society present Handel’s classic Christmas oratorio. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. $25 to $20. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 259 E. Onondaga St. http://experiencesymphoria.org. 315-299-5598. Syracuse. Holidays in the City. Visit live reindeer in Hanover Square, chat with Santa, hear live street-side carolers, stroll the Holiday Window Walk, view several ice sculpture displays and take the trolley to various downtown businesses offering holiday specials. Downtown Syracuse. Free admission. www. holidaysinsyr.com. 315-470-0000. Fulton. “White Christmas” presented by CNY Arts Center. See Dec. 7. Oswego. Christmas NU2U Sale and Cookie sale. Decorate your home for less, and take care of your holiday baking, too. New and gently used household decorations and trimmings for sale. Christmas cookies sold by the pound. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Oswego Trinity UMC, 45 E. Utica St. Oswego. Oswego YMCA’s 29th Annual Reindeer Run 5K. Runners and walkers celebrate the season by dressing in festive holiday wear for this family-oriented 5k walk and run. A specialty coffee and hot chocolate bar at the YMCA follows. 9:30 a.m. Registration is charged. Oswego YMCA, 265 W. 1st St. Fulton. Create a Holiday Kissing Ball. See Dec. 1. Phoenix. Cookie Walk. Attendees can mix and match home-baked holiday cookies and

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pay by the pound. Complimentary beverages available. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Cookies are $7/lb. First United Methodist Church, 49 Jefferson St. Oswego. OCCS Old Fashioned Christmas. Shop the handmade-only craft show and hear Christmas carols sung by Oswego Community Christian School students. Door prizes given away every half hour. Lunch items and baked goods available for sale. Proceeds support Oswego Community Christian School. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. New Covenant Church, Corner of E. 4th and Oneida Sts. Fulton. Create a Holiday Festive Container. 1 p.m. See Dec. 1. Clayton. Holiday Shopper’s Poker Run. Join the fun, Christmas shopping in Clayton, Prizes awarded for the best poker hand. Live auction, free munchies. Proceeds benefit local food pantries. Poker run ends at O’Brien’s Restaurant, for prizes. www.1000islands-clayton.com/shoppers-poker-run 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 315-686-3771 info@1000islands-clayton. com. Auburn. 2nd Annual SantaCon Pub Crawl. Dress as Santa for this downtown pub crawl. All participants are encouraged to dress in a Santa-type costume. Drink specials will be available to all participants. Cash only. 3 p.m. sign-in. Starts at 4 p.m. $10 donation to benefit Tyburn Academy. A.T. Walley & Co., 119 Genesee St. www.atwalley.com/santa-con-2016. 315-282-7314. Sackets Harbor. Christmas on the Farm at Old McDonald’s Farm. See Dec. 1. Weedsport. Weedsport Winter Festival. Local vendors, crafters, direct sales professionals and small business owners exhibiting their products inside. 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free admission. 2821 E. Brutus St. 315-2465578. Cape Vincent. Christmas Parade with Lights. Businesses will be open serving holiday treats. Floats will be decorated with holiday lights. After the parade the children can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and hot chocolate and doughnuts will be served. 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free admission. 173 North James St. 315-654-2533.

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Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 1. Old Forge. Snodeo. 42nd Annual Snodeo Weekend in Old Forge. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 7. Utica. The Polar Express Train Ride. See Dec. 1. Geneva. The Nutcracker. Studio for the Performing Arts, Inc. presents The Nutcracker, a magical tale of a young girl named Clara and her beloved and brave Nutcracker Prince, who battle Queen Mouse and travel to many fanciful lands. 7:30 p.m. $5 to $15. Smith Center for the Arts, 82 Seneca St. www.thesmith.org. 315-781-5483.

Dec. 9 Syracuse. Christmas Craft & Holiday Market. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Dec. 7. Seneca Falls. “It’s a Wonderful Life” Festival. See Dec. 5. Liverpool. Fall Music Series: The Onyx Clarinet Quartet. The quartet of Laurie Dobmeier, Terrann Gerber, Alan Woy and Roxanne Woy will perform holiday selections in the Carman Community Room. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Liverpool Public Library. 310 Tulip St. www.lpl.org. 315-457-0310. mark.bialczak@ LPL.org. Fulton. Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”. 3 p.m. See Dec. 7. Syracuse. “Elf the Musical”. 2 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. Holidays in the City. See Dec. 8. Syracuse. Redhouse Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas. ASL interpretation performance. 2 p.m. See Dec. 6. Utica. Mohawk Valley Choral Society sings Handel’s “Messiah.” The 75-member group will perform Handel’s oratorio Messiah. Soloists will be Anita Forman, Soprano; Sun-Ly Pierce, Mezzo-Soprano, Nathaniel McEwen, Tenor; and Marc Webster, Bass. Advanced tickets $12; at the door $15. 2 p.m. Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, 2222 Genesee St. www. mvchoral.org. 315-826-3092. mail@mvchoral.org. Auburn. 2nd Annual SantaCon Pub Crawl. See Dec. 8. Auburn. “A Joyful Christmas” presented by Auburn Chamber Orchestra. Enjoy holiday music by the orchestra. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Suggested $5 donation appreciated. St. Francis of Assisi Church, 299 Clark St. 315-604-0485 info@auburnchamberorchestra.com. Auburn. Holiday Traditions. Open house of Auburn’s historic and cultural sites, including the Seward House Museum, Willard Memorial Chapel, Schweinfurth Art Center, Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum, Harriet Tubman Home, and more, all decked out for the holi-

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Dec. 11 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical”. 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. “The Sound of Music”. A new production of “The Sound of Music” that’s currently touring North America presents the beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family. Favorite songs include “My Favorite Things”, “Climb Ev’ry Mountain”, “Edelweiss” and the title song. Music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, suggested by “The Trapp Family Singers” by Maria Augusta Trapp. Recommended for children 6-plus. Two hours and 40 minutes, including intermission. 7:30 p.m. $25 to $65. Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St. www. ticketmaster.com/venueartist/168/209813. Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 1.

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p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment. 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 13. Syracuse. Redhouse Presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 6. Syracuse. Symphoria Pops II: Magic of the Holidays. 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. See Dec. 14. Fulton. “White Christmas” presented by CNY Arts Center. See Dec. 7.

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Fulton. Create a Holiday Festive Container. See Dec. 1. Oswego. Wreaths Across America Day at Fort Ontario. Make small wreaths to be placed at the graves of those buried in the Post Cemetery. Wreaths will be made in the Enlisted Men’s Barracks at the old stone Fort. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fort Ontario State Historic Site, 1 E. 4th St. Brewerton. Colonial Christmas. Live music performed, 18th century dessert tables set, authentic St. Nicholas will pass “gold” chocolate coins out to children. Tree lighting at 6 pm. 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission. Donations accepted. Oliver Stephens Blockhouse Museum, 9 US Rte. 11. Fulton. Create a Holiday Kissing Ball. See Dec. 1. Alexandria Bay. 2018 River Santa Festival, Alexandria Bay. Santa will arrive at 11 a.m. by boat. Meet Santa and celebrate Christmas on the St. Lawrence River. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Alexandria Bay Village Dock, Upper James Street. dat@xmission.com. Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 1. Utica. “The Polar Express” Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

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Dec. 16 DeWitt. Schola Cantorum of Syracuse presents: Prophecy. Renaissance polyphonal settings of Biblical and other texts regarded as prophetic of the coming of Christ, including Orlando di Lasso’s Prophetiae Sibyllarum (ca. 1560). 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. General admission $20; senior $15; college $5; 18 and younger free admission. Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church, 5299 Jamesville Road. 315-446-1757. Cortland. “The Story of Ebenezer Scrooge. “ The Traveling Lantern Theatre Company returns with this interactive holiday tale. The classic story is re-imagined with just two actor and participation by the kids in the audience. A fun retelling of the classic tale, great for getting the whole family in the holiday spirit. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. $7. Cortland Reparatory Theatre Downtown, 24 Port Watson St. www.cortlandrep.org. 800-427-6160. info@ cortlandrep.org. Syracuse. “The Sound of Music.” 1 p.m. See Dec. 11. Fulton. Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” 3 p.m. See Dec. 7. Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 2 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment. Noon and 4 p.m. See Dec. 13. Syracuse. Redhouse Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas. 2 p.m. See Dec. 6. Fulton. “White Christmas” presented by CNY Arts Center. 3 p.m. See Dec. 7. Rochester. Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display and Silent Auction. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Dec. 1. Utica. “The Polar Express” Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 18 Syracuse. Jim Brickman: A Joyful Christmas. Grammy-nominated songwriter and pianist Jim Brickman plays carols, classics and original songs on his 22nd holiday tour. 7:30 p.m.

They Chose to Stay. Let’s Feed Them By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

hile many birds migrate south for the winter, those that stay may need help in staying fed since the abundant berries, seeds and bugs of summer are long gone. Here’s how you can attract birds to feed around your home. If you’d like to attract many different types of birds, offer different types of food. According to the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, sunflower-based bird food provides nutrition to many types of birds, including chickadees, finches, cardinals, grosbeaks, sparrows, painted buntings and blackbirds. Jays, woodpeckers, pigeons, doves and indigo buntings will also eat them, but cracked corn is what they like better. Suet attracts some species of birds, like woodpeckers. Northern cardinals, warblers and towhees like fruit, so consider offering bits of fruit or raisins. If you buy a commercial mix of favorite seeds and offer them together, most birds will find a good meal at your place; however, they may also waste a fair amount of seed as they pick over the seed they don’t like to go for their favorites. Offering a single type of seed per feeder may keep the birds content to eat their fill without making a mess of it. Hang a feeder in an accessible area

where birds have found food before. For example, if they like the berries on a bush in your yard, erect a feeder or hang a suet cake nearby. Hang a feeder in sight of a window to enjoy the show. Seed eating birds may enjoy picking seeds off a pinecone smeared in peanut butter and rolled in seed. Hang one near a branch where they can perch and enjoy their meal. Offer clean water to your visitors as well. Maintain your bird restaurant by keeping the feeder filled and clean and by providing clean water. Keep in mind that suet cakes can go rancid during a thaw in the weather, so replace them as needed. In colder weather, finding unfrozen water can be difficult for birds. In the spring, consider planting a few bushes that will provide birds with ready-made meals over the winter. The National Audubon Society suggests Northern bayberry (Morella [Myrica] pensylvanica) for planting in partial shade in moist soil. You’ll need both a male and female plant to get berries. Southern arrowwood (Viburnum dentatum) could also help feed the birds. Plant in sun to partial shade in moist, acidic soil. As a plus, you’ll enjoy burgundy foliage in fall.

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32 Years of Service as “The Best Damn Garage in Town” to 9:30 p.m. $45 to $75. The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. www. jimbrickman.com/Tour. 216-713-0770 x104. Clayton. It’s a Wonderful Life. It’s Christmas Even in 1945, and only a handful of WVL Radio’s actors have braved the blizzard to perform that evening’s broadcast of “It’s a Wonderful Life” and keep the station afloat. This clever stage adaptation breathes new life into the poignant story of George Bailey and Bedford Falls. Its message of hope and optimism rings true today. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. $10 to $20. Clayton Opera House, 405 Riverside Drive. www.claytonoperahouse. com. 315-686-2200.

Woods” tour. Following the release of his highly anticipated album Man of the Woods and his Pepsi Super Bowl LII Halftime Show performance, Justin Timberlake kicked off his European and U.K. The Man Of The Woods Tour, as well as a second leg of North American dates due to sell-out shows. Dates, prices and times subject to change without notice. 7:30 p.m. $53.50 to $229. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. www.tickets.com. 888-223-6000. Utica. “The Polar Express” Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

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Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Utica. ““The Polar Express” Train” Ride. See Dec. 1.

Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Rochester. Jim Brickman. Grammy nominated songwriter and pianist Jim Brickman plays carols, classics and original songs on his 22nd holiday tour. 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. $45 to $75. Rochester Auditorium Theatre, 885 E. Main St. www.rbtl.org. 585-222-5000. Buffalo. Justin Timberlake “The Man of the

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Dec. 21 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Waterloo. The Tenors. An award-winning and multi-platinum selling band, Clifton,

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Fraser, and Victor perform a blend of classical music and contemporary pop. They have performed more than 1,000 live shows and hundreds of TV appearances on five continents. The Tenors have also shared the stage with Sir Paul McCartney, Sarah McLachlan, Sting, Justin Bieber, Andrea Bocelli, Sir Elton John, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, and David Foster. 8 p.m. $30 to $195. The Vine at Del Lago Resort, 1133 Route 414. www.dellagoresort.com. 315-946-1695. Utica. “The Polar Express” Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 22 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Utica. “The Polar Express” Train Ride. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 23 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 1.

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Dec. 24 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 7 p.m. See Dec. 1.

Dec. 26 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. The Great Salt City Blues Concert 3. Twenty-one of Syracuse’s best musicians will honor five legendary Blues performers. Doors open at 6 p.m. and show starts at 7:30 p.m. $25 to $30. Palace Theatre, 2384 James St. www.facebook.com/saltcitybluesconcert. 315-638-4286. gspencer57@verizon.net. Waterloo. Abbamania is rated as the number-one Abba production in the world. The cast of Abbamania is from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They are backed by a live band and carry charts for a full symphony show. With authentic costumes, made by the seamstress from Mamma Mia, and incredible vocals, Abbamania will take you back in time to when ABBA was on stage, live in concert. 1 p.m. $15. The Vine at Del Lago Resort, 1133 Route 414. www.dellagoresort.com. 315-946-1695.

Dec. 27 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 1.

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Dec. 29 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Long Lake. 2018 Feeling Long Lakey Polar Plunge. Participants should be prepared with towels, robes and warm clothes. Plungers under 18 must have permission from their parents to plunge. Changing area available at the Long Lake Beach Restrooms. Individuals or Teams can register. Medical check is required and provided by the Long Lake Rescue Squad. Prizes awarded for Most Funds Raised

Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Rochester. Kwanzaa Celebration. Each of Kwanzaa’s seven days is dedicated to one principle, named in Swahili. Translated, they are unity; self-determination; collective work and responsibility; cooperative economics; purpose; creativity; and faith. In partnership with the Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Suggested $5 donation. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Avenue. http:// mag.rochester.edu. 585-276-8900.

Dec. 31 Cortland. Cortland Repertory Theatre’s 3rd Annual New Year’s Eve Dance, “Dancing Thru the Decades” New Year’s Eve Dance. Dance in the New Year at and then have a front row seat to the Downtown Cortland “First Light” celebration, which includes a countdown ball drop and fireworks. Each brings a new decade of the best dance tunes. 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. 60s and 70s music; 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. 70s and 80s music; 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. 80s and 90s music; 11 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. greatest hits of all time. Advanced tickets $10; at the door $15. Cortland Repertory Theatre Downtown, 24 Port Watson St. www.cortlandrep.org.

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800-427-6160. info@cortlandrep.org. Dundee. Once Upon a New Year’s Eve at the Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars. Ring in 2019 at the Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars and Veraisons Restaurant. The New Year’s Eve package includes a variety of elements perfect for a romantic and relaxing celebration, with additional add-ons available to make it extra special. Overnight stay includes a bottle of Glenora Brut and champagne flutes, late night cocktail hour with heavy hors d’oeuvres, sparkling wine toast at midnight, and a breakfast buffet and late check-out on New Year’s Day. Reservations recommended. Room rates start at $269. 5435 State Route 14. www.glenora.com/Inn/New-Years-Eve. 1-800-243-5513. info@glenora.com. Saranac Lake. First Night. First Night Saranac Lake 2019. See Dec. 31. A family-friendly celebration of the arts welcomes in 2019. First Night Saranac Lake offers a wide variety of entertainment, such as live music, puppet shows, comedy acts, fireworks display and more. 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Adults $15 in advance and $20 day of the event; teens $10 (ages 13-18); children 12 and younger free admission. Various locations.

JANUARY DAILY ALL MONTH Liverpool. Lights on the Lake. Drive through a two-mile annual lights display featuring larger-than-life themed areas. While driving through, tune into Sunny 102 to listen to holiday music. Open daily 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mon. to Thurs. $10 per car; including motorcycles. $20 per car (including motorcycles) Fri. through Sun. Show a Wegmans Shoppers Card on Monday and Tuesday and save $4. $24 per minibus (capacity 17-24); $75 per motor coach (capacity 24+). Only cash or checks are accepted at the gate. Onondaga Lake Park. www.lightsonthelake.com. 315453-6712. Event ends Jan. 6. 2019 New York State Ice Pro-Am Winter Classic Tournament. Tournament includes all New York state waterways, including ice, open water, tributaries, rivers and more. Features seven categories: pike, walleye, pickerel, trout (brown, lake, rainbow/steelhead), crappie, perch, and pan-fish (sunfish, bluegill). $25 per angler. www. nysiceproam.com

SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS Fabius. Horse-drawn Sleigh Rides. See “December: Saturdays and Sundays” listing. 1 Syracuse. 33rd Annual Gingerbread Gallery at the Erie Canal Museum. See “DECEMBER:

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ALL MONTH” listing. Corning. Glass Wonderland at the Corning Museum of Glass. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing. Saranac Lake. First Night. First Night Saranac Lake 2019. See Dec. 31. Lake George. Polar Plunge. Every year, hundreds gather on the frosty shores of Lake George for a daring New Year’s Day swim, known as the Polar Plunge. About 1,000 participants are expected to take part in the Lake George Polar Plunge. Registration 10:30 a.m. at Duffy’s Tavern on Amherst St in Lake George Village. 518-668-5323.

Jan. 2 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. 33rd Annual Gingerbread Gallery at the Erie Canal Museum. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing. Corning. Glass Wonderland at the Corning Museum of Glass. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing. Saranac Lake. First Night. First Night Saranac Lake 2019. See Dec. 31.

Jan. 3 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 7 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. 33rd Annual Gingerbread Gallery at the Erie Canal Museum. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing.

Jan. 4 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. 33rd Annual Gingerbread Gallery at the Erie Canal Museum. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing. Auburn. First Friday. See Dec. 7.

Jan. 5 Syracuse. “Elf the Musical.” 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. 33rd Annual Gingerbread Gallery at the Erie Canal Museum. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing. Oswego. Delaney Brothers Bluegrass. Two-time SAMMY winners, Delaney Brothers Bluegrass is one of central New York’s oldest bluegrass bands. Their music is influenced by many other acoustic traditions such as country, folk, gospel, and Celtic. 7:30 p.m. Admission charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St.

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p.m. See Dec. 1. Syracuse. 33rd Annual Gingerbread Gallery at the Erie Canal Museum. See “DECEMBER: ALL MONTH” listing.

Jan. 12 Saratoga Springs. Hattie’s Annual Mardi Gras Party. This event was created in honor of Miss Hattie to carry out her legacy of charitable giving. Every year a local nonfor–profit is chosen to be the recipient of the proceeds raised from Hattie’s Mardi Gras Soiree. To date, close to $700,000 has been raised for worthy causes. This year, it’s Jakes’ Help From Heaven. $100. Canfield Casino, 1 Congress Avenue. http://hattiesrestaurant. com/mardi-gras.

Jan. 13 Syracuse. Symphoria Casual Series: “Four Seasons”. Concertmaster Peter Rovit is featured in Melinda Wagner’s Brandenburg-inspired work “Little Moonhead,” and after intermission, Symphoria performs Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons”. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. $40 to $20; 18 and under free. St. Paul’s Syracuse, The Downtown Episcopal Church (Fayette Street Entrance), 220 E. Fayette St. http:// experiencesymphoria.org. 315-299-5598. ebass@experiencesymphoria.org.

Jan. 15 Utica. American Girl Live. Experience American Girl in an all-new musical stage production, featuring all-original songs in a story about sleepover summer camp, bravery and friendship. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. $40 to $75. The Stanley Theater, 261 Genesee St. www. thestanley.org/events/view/1277/american-girl-live. 315-724-4000. gzumpano@ thestanley.org. Buffalo. Trans Siberian Orchestra “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve”. The TSO’s Winter Tour will be returning to KeyBank Center as a multi-sensory performance which sells out venues year after year. The event features founder/composer/lyricist Paul O’Neill’s story of a runaway who finds her way into a mysterious abandoned theater. Dates and times subject to change without notice. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. $49.50 to $79.50. www.tickets. com. www.trans-siberian.com.

Jan. 16 Utica. “American Girl Live”. See Jan. 15.

Jan. 18 Buffalo. Crash Test Dummies. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission starts at $32. Town Ballroom, 681 Main St.

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Jan. 19 Syracuse. Darci Lynne. The youngest contestant to win “America’s Got Talent”, ventriloquist Darci Lynne sold out her headlining show in six minutes after her big win. See her and her pals live. 7 p.m. $25 to $46. Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St. https:// landmarktheatre.org. www.ticketmaster.com. Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18. West Monroe. 24th Annual Don Rowe Antique Snowmobile Show. Seven different judging classes. Trophies and places awarded by Square Valley Trail Blazers. Dash plaques given to the first 50 registrants. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5 per sled; $10 for two or more sleds; $10 vendors. Two Guys from Italy Restaurant, NYS Rte. 49. Oswego. Loren Barrigar & Co. Loren started playing guitar when he was 4, and by age 6 played in front of thousands at the Grand Ole Opry. He has performed with some of the best acoustic players in the world. 7:30 p.m. Admission is charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41

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Buffalo. Disney On Ice presents “Worlds of Enchantment.” Enter the world of Disney magic, live on ice with four favorite Disney stories, including characters such as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney-Pixar’s Cars; Ariel and The Little Mermaid’s undersea kingdom; Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang; and sisters Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozen. 7 p.m. $19.50 to $114.50. Dates and times subject to change without notice. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. www.tickets.com. 888-223-6000.

Jan. 25 Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18. Buffalo. Disney On Ice presents “Worlds of Enchantment.” See Jan. 24.

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Jan. 20 Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18.

Jan. 21 Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18.

Jan. 22 Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18.

Jan. 23 Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18.

Jan. 24 Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18.

Jan. 26 Syracuse. Syracuse Man Show and Brew Fest. More than 40 craft brews on hand for sampling and activities like corn hole, billiards, darts, big screen TVs broadcasting all the big games, magicians, video games, manly food, silent auctions, and hourly giveaways. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission to be announced. Horticulture Building, New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd. www. syracusemanshow.com 800-753-3978. rob@ rightcoastcars.com. Lake George. Funky Ice Fest. See Jan. 18. Buffalo. Disney On Ice presents “Worlds of Enchantment.” 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m. See Jan. 24.

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Snowshoeing 101 By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

long with a reason to get outdoors and enjoy the brisk air and beauty of winter, snowshoeing offers a good workout. The activity burns more calories than walking or running at the same rate, according to www.snowshoes.com. The site referenced Ball State University and University of Vermont studies that said snowshoers can burn 420 to 1,000 calories hourly, depending upon speed and the weight of the individual. If you’re new to snowshoeing, here’s what you need to get started. Of course, you’ll need cold weather clothing. You know the drill: moisture-wicking base layer, insulating mid-layers and a puffy top layer with

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waterproofing. Don’t forget to do the same with your socks and gloves. Add a warm hat that covers your ears, polarized sun glasses and broad spectrum sun screen for any exposed skin and you’re ready to go. Choose the right snowshoes. Since they strap onto any boot you have (waterproof are recommended), your comfort and success at snowshoeing depend upon the type of snowshoe you buy. Greg Mills, owner of Murdock’s Bicycle & Sport in Oswego, thinks that snowshoeing is increasing in popularity because participants can do it anywhere, whether or not they have a groomed trail — a requirement for cross-country skiing. Mills said that the various snow-

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shoe styles are based on several factors, including the weight of the user, the activity intended, and personal preference. Don’t grab the first pair you see. “When you look at them, the range is pretty substantial,” Mills said. “It’s 25 to 30 inch shoes for men, for example, and a range of 80 pounds.” Because the weight ranges on each shoe may overlap quite a bit, he advises beginners to go for the shorter shoes in their weight range, as they’re easier for maneuvering. Types of snowshoes include articulating shoes, which offer a pad where the boot locks in place. “You could have a brace that’s not lifting up as much in the heel for walking light trails,” Mills said.

Pulaski. Salmon River Winter Festival. Family fun throughout the village includes an opening reception, snowshoe walk/run, skating, sled dogs, children’s activities, vendors, refreshments and more. Saturday is Masons’ Chili Walk; Sunday is Wing Walk. Free admission. Downtown Pulaski. Syracuse. Symphoria Masterworks IV: Brahms’ First. Twin sisters Michelle and Christina Naughton return to Syracuse to perform Bruch’s little-known Double Piano Concerto. After intermission, Lawrence Loh conducts Symphoria in Brahms’ Symphony No. 1. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. General admission $82 to $20; college $5; 18 & under free admission. The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. http://experiencesymphoria.org. 315-299-5598. Grafton. 34th Annual Winter Fest. Enjoy food, games, exhibitors, and fun in the snow. Snow or no snow, it’s a go. Activities include kid games indoors and outdoors, crafts, live animal presenters, the Polar Plunge, snowshoeing and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Grafton Lakes State Park, 100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way. www.nysparks. com/parks/53/details.aspx. www.facebook. com/GraftonLakesStatePark. 518-279-1155. elizabeth.wagner@parks.ny.gov

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There’s also snowshoes better for climbing, hiking trails and running. “We’ve done a few moonlight snowshoe walks at Fallbrook Recreation Center at Oswego,” Mills said. “But if you have woods and want to walk with them, snap on snowshoes and away you go.” For hilly terrain, poles can help you stay upright, but Mills doesn’t think they’re a necessity. Mills also said that you may want to invest in gaiters if you don’t wear ski pants. “If you’ll be out for a while, you kick up snow,” he said. Greg Mills All that splatter will soak through the lower legs of regular pants. Gaiters will keep you drier without the bulk and weight of ski pants.

Buffalo. Disney On Ice presents “Worlds of Enchantment.” 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. See Jan. 24. Pulaski. Salmon River Winter Festival. See Jan. 26. Phoenix. Crocks on the Lock. Taste different recipes made in Crock Pots. Family fun. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. State St.

Feb. 1 Auburn. First Friday. See Dec. 7. Lake Placid. 2019 Empire State Winter Games. See Jan. 31. Syracuse. “Don Giovanni.” The second production in Syracuse Opera’s season of “Men with Knives...Behaving Badly”, Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” illustrates the price paid for arrogance, brutality and disrespect. Conductor’s talk an hour prior to each performance time. 8 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. $26 to $125. Crouse Hinds Theater at the Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. www. syracuseopera.org. 315-476-7372. info@ syracuseopera.com. Alexandria Bay. River Hockey Classic. Watch river hockey or participate with access to on-site hot food concession, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, heated tent, and free shuttles back and forth to Alexandria Bay and Clayton. Family-friendly pickup broomball games, (bring your stick). 11:00 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free admission for spectators. 43615 NY 12, Swan Bay Resort. www.riverhockeyclassic.com. riverhockeyclassic@yahoo.com. Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. This year’s carnival has a Prehistoric Park theme. As always, the event features the Ice Palace, complete with thrones and a “king” and “queen” two local residents honored for their contribution to the community. Numerous activities available, including Ladies’ Frying Pan Toss, Ultimate Frisbee, parade, races, film screening, curling, skating, skiing, competitions, Arctic golf, scavenger hunt, book sale, and more. For a complete schedule of venues, times and events, visit www.saranaclakewintercarnival.com.

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Jan. 31 Lake Placid. 2019 Empire State Winter Games. In its 39th year, the games will bring together athletes from across New York state and beyond to compete in over 30 winter sports events. The 2018 Games included more than 2,100 athletes of all ages, including master divisions, and the 2019 Games are expected to exceed that number. There is no charge by Empire State Winter Games to watch any sport. Events take place in Lake Placid, Wilmington, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, Malone, and Paul Smiths. www.empirestatewintergames.com. 518-523-2445.

FEBRUARY WEEKENDS ALL MONTH Fabius. Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides. See “DECEMBER: SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS” listing.

Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1. Lake Placid. 2019 Empire State Winter Games. See Jan. 31. Syracuse. Three Cheers for the Woodwinds and Brass. John Oberbrunner presents a concert featuring Central New York musicians. The Symphoria Woodwind Quintet will perform the “Quintet” by Carl Nielsen and the “Sextet”, with piano, by Francis Poulenc. Those works are complemented by a varied selection of works played by the Symphoria Brass Quintet. Selections for brass to be announced. 7:30 p.m. General admission $25; seniors $20; under age 30 $15; full-time students and holders of EBT/SNAP cards free. HW Smith Elementary, 113 Salt Springs Road. http://syrfcm.org. 315- 682-7720. sfcm00@ gmail.com. Syracuse. “Don Giovanni.” 2 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. See Feb. 1. Oswego. Yogathon. Several instructors,

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each leading a different yoga style. Sessions are appropriate for beginners or experienced yogis. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $25. Peaceful Remedies, Inc., 41 Lake St. Oswego. Annie & the Hedonists. Annie leads the three-man band playing American jazz. 7:30 p.m. Admission charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St. Alexandria Bay. River Hockey Classic. See Feb. 1. East Meredith. Ice Harvest Festival. Enjoy a day of hands-on history and winter fun. Ice harvests were once an essential part of winter in rural communities. Hanford Mills Museum celebrates this rural tradition with the Ice Harvest Festival. Using historic tools and techniques, visitors can cut and maneuver blocks of ice from the Mill Pond, and then transport the blocks to the ice house by sled. The Ice Harvest Festival also features ice sculpting and ice fishing, a hot soup buffet, horse-drawn sleigh rides, blacksmith demonstrations, bonfires, and exhibits by local farmers and businesses. $4.50; Museum members and children 12 and younger free admission. Hanford Mills Museum, 51 County Highway 12. 607-278-5744. bethr@hanfordmills.org. Watertown. 20th Annual North Country Chili Cook-Off. Each year the Jefferson County American Legion Auxiliary, with support from the American Legion Family, hosts the North Country Chili Cook-Off to support the Volunteer Transportation Center programs that benefit veterans and their family members who live in Jefferson County. Up to 40 teams compete. Many categories and lots of family fun. Attendees have the chance to vote for their favorite recipe. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Check website for admission. Dulles State Office Building, 317 Washington St. www.VolunteerTransportationCenter.org. 315-788-0422 x2902. jeremiah@volunteertransportation. org.

Feb. 3 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1. Lake Placid. 2019 Empire State Winter Games. See Jan. 31. Pulaski. 5th Annual Selkirk Shores State Park 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk. Enjoy a snowshoe walk or run on a wooded trail course. Race begins at the heated, enclosed shelter and ends there with refreshments. 11 a.m. Registration fee TBD. Selkirk Shores State Park, 7101 NYS Rte. 3.

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Feb. 5 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1.

Feb. 6 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1.

Feb. 7 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1. Oswego. “Taylor 2.” An ensemble of six dancers interpret the athleticism, humor and range of emotions found in Paul Taylor’s work. 7:30 p.m. General public $20; SUNY Oswego students $5. Waterman Theater, Tyler Hall, SUNY Oswego campus. Clayton. 2019 Fire & Ice Celebration. Bundle up and step into the winter wonderland of over 20,000 pounds of ice meticulously carved into ice sculptures, martini luges, and even ice bars. After enjoying the chilling experience on the patio, head inside to warm up with light hors d’oeuvres, chili and chowder. Live music and, to end the evening, a fireworks show. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, 200 Riverside Drive. www.1000IslandsHarborHotel.com 315-6861100.

Feb. 8 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1. Clayton. 2019 Fire & Ice Celebration. See Feb. 7. Buffalo. Harlem Globetrotters. The Original Harlem Globetrotters offer a star-studded roster displaying their ball handling tricks, physical humor and lighthearted hijinks in a family friendly performance. 7 p.m. $24.50 to $129.50. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. www.tickets.com. 888-223-6000.

Feb. 9 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1. Syracuse. Symphoria Pops Series: “My Funny Valentine.” Jazz classics, pop ballads, classical masterpieces and numbers from stage and screen performed by Irish trumpet player and vocalist Shóna Henneberry. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. General admission $20 to $88; college $5; 18 and younger free admission. The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. 315-299-5598 Fulton. 19th Annual Great Eastern Whiteout. Antique and vintage snowmobile show and swap meet. Vintage snow-oval racing on the lake (depending on ice). All proceeds benefit local charities and scholarships. 8

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a.m. to 5 p.m. $10 adult admission. Fulton War Memorial, 609 W. Broadway. www.facebook.com/GreatEasternWhiteout. Lacona. Winona Forest Tourathon. 12.5k, 25k, and Walter Chapman 50k Classical cross-country ski races through Winona Forest. 8 a.m. Family discounts available. Register at www.skireg.com. Winona Forest, Lacona. Pulaski. Candlelight Snowshoe Hike. The trail is about a half-mile loop through the woods. Enjoy some refreshments, crafts, and fire at the enclosed shelter when finish finished. Fun for the whole family. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Selkirk Shores State Park, 7101 NYS Rte. 3. Clayton. 2019 Fire & Ice Celebration. See Feb. 7. Long Lake. Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby. Fish the waters of Long Lake or Lake Eaton. Registration at the Town Hall starts at 6 a.m. Tip ups and lines in at 7 a.m. with live weigh in at the Long Lake Snack Shack located at the Long Lake Town Beach. Cash prizes for trout and landlocked salmon on Lake Eaton. Must be present to win. 7 a.m. $25 fee per person. Long Lake Town Beach. www.longlakefishgame.com. 518-624-3077.

Feb. 10 Saranac Lake. 2019 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 1. Phoenix. Fun Freeze. Bring the family for ice skating, hot dogs and hot chocolate. Some skates available for use. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. State St. Rochester. Black History Month Celebration. noon to 5 p.m. Suggested $5 donation. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Avenue. http://mag.rochester.edu. 585-276-8900. maginfo@mag.rochester.edu.

Feb. 12 Syracuse. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” The Tony Award®-winning musical from the creators of “South Pacific” and “The Sound of Music” features an orchestra, on-stage transformations and all the classic moments—the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more—plus surprising new twists. Recommended for ages 6-plus. 7:30 p.m. $25 to $65. Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St. www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/168/806215.

Feb. 13 Syracuse. Native Gardens: “A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” Enjoy a light-hearted look at what ails us in this witty and spot-on new comedy about a border dispute over a few feet of property. Written

by Karen Zacarias, a winner of the National Latino Playwriting Award. 7:30 p.m. $20 to $53. Syracuse State Complex, 820 E. Genesee St. http://syracusestage.org/showinfo. php?id=85. Syracuse. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” See Feb. 12.

Feb. 14 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” See Feb. 13. Syracuse. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” ASL designated performance. See Feb. 12.

Feb. 15 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 8 p.m. See Feb. 13. Syracuse. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” See Feb. 12.

Feb. 16 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. See Feb. 13. Syracuse. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. See Feb. 12. Oswego. April Verch Band. 7:30 p.m. Admission is charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St. Raquette Lake. Raquette Lake Winter Carnival. Enjoy a weekend of winter events. Youth activities start at 10 a.m. and include Snowshoe Relay, Snow Dodgeball, tug-o-war, and more. Ladies Frying Pan Toss at Noon and Ice Golf and bonfire all day. 2 p.m. Pete and Chris Magic Show at the Raquette Lake Library, free. On Sunday at noon, it’s the timed cross-cut and chainsaw competition. Competitors welcome. Main St. https://mylonglake.com. 518-624-3077. Mannsville. Annual Tug Hill Challenge. ISDRA and IFSS Race. Officially sanctioned race for eight-dog, six-dog, and four-dog sleds. Skijor, juniors, novice and peewee classes. Fatbikes welcome. Winona Forest CCC Camp, Co. Rte. 90, Bargy Rd. Syracuse. Symphoria Masterworks V: “Enigma Variations.” After beginning with Britten’s evocative seascape depictions, charismatic cellist Julie Albers is featured in Haydn’s elegantly delightful Cello Concerto No. 2. Elgar’s musical Enigma Variations, with its “Nimrod” variation, concludes the performance. Conducted by Lawrence Loh. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. General admission $20 to $82. College students $5; 18 and younger free admission. Crouse Hinds Theater at the Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. http://experiencesymphoria.org.

Photo by Brad P. Smith., courtesy of Oswego County Tourism.

Winona Forest Tourathon By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

ou don’t have to wait until warmer weather to complete a marathon. The Winona Forest Tourathon in Mannsville offers 12.5K, 25K and 50K distance cross-country ski races Feb. 9, starting and ending at the CCC Camp in Winona Forest. More than 200 skiers competed last year. The race involves planned routes that loop through the forest. The event has grown so much in popularity than its post-race venue was moved last year to more spacious digs, the Mannsville Elementary School. It’s easy to see why the Tourathon has become a race that draws competitors from several states and Canada. The Winona Forest boasts more than 70 miles of scenic, groomed cross-country ski trails, maintained by the all-volunteer Winona Forest Recreation Association. The trails include parts of both the Winona Forest and Jefferson County Forest Preserve. Racers can look forward to favorable weather conditions. With an average 200 to 300 inches of annual snowfall in the forest, it’s a pretty sure bet skiers won’t face the disappointment of a green race day.

The 50K segment of the race is known as the Walter Chapman 50K. The oldest finisher of the 50K segment receives the Walter Chapman Award. Organizers will present the awards at the CCC Camp. After the event, racers can shower, share a meal, and socialize at the Mannsville Elementary School. Tourathon apparel is also available. Race day registration is available. For the 12.5K, it’s $35; for the 25k, $45; and the 50k is $70. For students, it’s $20. Spectators may watch for free. Race day registration runs from 6:30 through 7:30 a.m. The race start time is 8 a.m., following a rendition of the National Anthem, for the 50k. At 8:30, the 12.5k and 25k distances commence racing. The race finishes by 1 p.m. Register at www.skireg.com. Check www.winonaforest.com for directions and event updates. To view a map of the race, visit The Winona Forest Recreation Association is seeking more committee members, trail crew members and event volunteers. Anyone interested in helping should contact the organization at www.winonaforest.com/contact-us. html.

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CCC Camp, Winona Forest, state Route 90, Mannsville. Photos are by Brad P. Smith, courtesy of Oswego County Tourism. 315-299-5598. info@experiencesymphoria. org. Saratoga Springs. The 2019 Flurry Festival. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. or all-day ticketing available. See Feb. 15.

Feb. 17 Syracuse. Native Gardens: “A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Feb. 13. Syracuse. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella. “1 p.m. See Feb. 12. Mannsville. Annual Tug Hill Challenge. See Feb. 16. Clayton. Volunteer Fire Department’s Ice Fishing Derby & Ice Shanty Contest. Enjoy a day of ice fishing on the St. Lawrence River, plus the Ice Shanty Contest in this family-friendly event. Time to be announced. Free. French Creek Bay. www.claytonfiredepartment.org. info@claytonfiredepartment. org. Saratoga Springs. The 2019 Flurry Festival. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. See Feb. 15. Raquette Lake. Raquette Lake Winter Carnival. See Feb. 16.

Feb. 19 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” See Feb. 13.

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Feb. 20 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” See Feb. 13. Oswego. Ke-Nekt’ Series: JR Fralick. Hear a lecture-recital on Nineteenth-Century Russian Arias for Tenor. JR Fralick traces the history of 19th-Century Russian opera using video segments of operatic productions, with live performances of representative arias. 7:30 p.m. General public $15; SUNY Oswego students $5. Sheldon Hall Ballroom, SUNY Oswego campus. 21 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” See Feb. 13.

Feb. 22 Syracuse. Symphoria Spark Series: Mozart In The Jungle. Hear traditional and contemporary music from the popular Amazon series performed live by orchestra and chamber music ensembles. 7 p.m. General admission $25 to $16; 18 and younger free. Sky Armory, 351 S. Clinton St. http://experiencesymphoria.org. 315-299-5598. info@ experiencesymphoria.org. Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 8 p.m. See Feb. 13. Buffalo. Blake Shelton: Friends & Heroes 2019. Very special guest Lauren Alaina

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joins Shelton for the run along with special appearances by country icons the Bellamy Brothers, John Anderson and Trace Adkins. Dates and times subject to change without notice. 7 p.m. $39 to $119. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. www.tickets.com. 888-223-6000.

Feb. 23 Symphoria Kids: A Melodic Life. Trace the life of Bob, a lighthearted melody from childhood to middle age. Bob experiences many of life’s events such as going to school, playing sports and even getting a job. 10:30 a.m. General admission $8 to $15; Young than 18 free. Inspiration Hall, 709 James St. http://experiencesymphoria.org. 315-2995598. info@experiencesymphoria.org. Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 7 p.m. See Feb. 13. Phoenix. Murder Mystery Dinner. Participate in solving the mystery while dining. Time to be decided. Admission charged. Sweet Memorial Building, 455 Main St.

Feb. 24 DeWitt. Schola Cantorum of Syracuse presents: Cantigas de Santa Maria. Selections from the Cantigas, a collection of poems with musical notation from the 13th-century royal court of Alfonso X of Spain, performed by

Liamna Pestana, Daniel Yost and an ensemble of period instrument players and Schola singers. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. General admission $20; senior $15; College $5; 18 and younger free admission. Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church, 5299 Jamesville Road. 315-446-1757. Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 2 p.m. See Feb. 13.

Feb. 27 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” See Feb. 13.

Feb. 28 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” See Feb. 13.

MARCH March 1 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 8 p.m. See Feb. 13.

March 2 Syracuse. Steve Martin & Martin Short. Steve Martin, one of the most well-known talents in comedy writing and performance for decades, teams up with Martin Short, a long-celebrated comedian and actor in television and films. They received four Emmy nominations for their collaboration of “An Evening You Will Forget the Rest of Your Life” for a Netflix special. In 2019, they bring their comedy tour “Now You See Them, Soon You Won’t” to stages nationwide. 8 p.m. $45 to $185. Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St. 315-432-4426. Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. See Feb. 13. Mannsville. Festival of Flakes: Winona Forest IditaFAT Race. Fat bike trail race, offering options of 12K, 25K or 50K distances. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration $10 to $65. Register at www.bikereg.com/winona-forest-iditafat-bike-race. CCC Camp, Winona Forest, Rte. 90. Oswego. Vance Gilbert. Hear original jazz compositions. 7:30 p.m. Admission charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St. Buffalo. Disturbed: Evolution Tour. Twotime Grammy nominees Disturbed visit Buffalo on their international tour, supported with special guest Three Days Grace. Dates and times subject to change without notice. 7:30 p.m. $39 to $119. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. www.tickets.com. 888-223-6000.

VS When you should use one or the other By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

ou’re going to need something on your hands outside most of the winter. So what’s better: mittens or gloves? Part of the answer depends upon what you want to do. Of course, gloves allow for better fine motor skills with each finger separated in their own snug section. But mittens do keep your hands toastier if your main goal is warmth. Just as your house seems warmer during a holiday party with many warm bodies together in a few rooms, mittens keep your fingers’ warmth together. If you’re in the market for new gloves or mittens, consider these options. If you want to use your smartphone or tablet while keeping your hands warm, look for touchscreen gloves. They’re available in many fabrics such as nylon, faux suede, fleece and knit at www.isotoner.com and at most department and sporting goods stores. Or, retrofit any pair of knit gloves into touchscreen gloves with this conductive thread as detailed in this tutorial: https://inhabitat.com/ecouterre/ make-your-own-texting-gloves-for-theiphone-or-android-diy-tutorial. Flip-top mittens can also allow for screen use; however, if you text often, they’re not your best option. If work or play keeps you outside a long time, Cabela’s Black Diamond gloves (available at Bass Pro Shop or www.cabelas.com, $169.95) represent a great choice. With waterproof, yet breathable GORE-TEX inserts and removable 170-gram PrimaLoft Gold and wool liners, there’s plenty of insulation without letting your hands get clammy and sweaty —which leads to cold hands. The Black Diamond also feature longer length to keep wrists warm and

snow out of gloves and sleeves. The nylon shell repels moisture. The leather reinforced palm and padded knuckles mean they’ll really stand up to rough treatment. The price tag is steep; however, if you spend lots of time in the elements, they may be worth it. Carhartt specializes in work clothing and accessories, so it’s little surprise they sell a winter mitten that offers durability and affordability. Visit www. carhartt.com to see the W.P. Waterproof Insulated Mitt A616 ($23.99), which features an outer shell, waterproof, moisture-wicking insert, fleece cuff that cinches shut and a grip enhanced palm. They have a durable shell with a grippy palm and a waterproof insert. The soft fleece cuff has an adjustable wrist strap to keep the wet out. Plus, they have a nose wipe for those prone to dripping. The ultimate in warmth, heated gloves and mittens can keep you comfortable for longer. Check www. thewarmingstore.com/heated-gloves. html for a huge selection. They’re expensive compared with standard gloves-based models start at about $100 a pair but the batteries are rechargeable and replaceable. If you’re exposed to the elements all day, you may run out of battery power, unless you buy and bring along a back-up battery. Functional and warm, Mountain Made Cold Weather Gloves (www. mountainmadeproducts.com, $27.97) come in several sizes so you’re sure to find a good fit for riding, driving, shooting or whatever winter activity that requires fine motor skills unencumbered by bulky gloves. They include touchscreen capability and rubbery grips. They’re not rated below 32 degrees, so plan wear glove liners if you need more warmth. They also stop at the wrist, so they’re not the best for snow play.

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March 3 Syracuse. “Native Gardens: A Snippy Comedy About Thorny Neighbors.” 2 p.m. See Feb. 13. Mannsville. Festival of Flakes: Winona Forest IditaFAT Race. See Mar. 2.

March 6 Oswego. Neil Simon’s “The Good Doctor”. A mistimed sneeze, a foolish drowning stunt, a helpful cuckold, an enthusiastic dentist, a boy reluctant to face manhood-this is just some of what happens when the stories of Anton Chekhov cross with the wit and whimsy of Neil Simon. 7:30 p.m. General public $15; SUNY Oswego students $7. Waterman Theater, Tyler Hall, SUNY Oswego Campus.

March 7 Oswego. Neil Simon’s “The Good Doctor”. See Mar. 6.

March 8 Oswego. Neil Simon’s “The Good Doctor”. See Mar. 6.

March 9 Oswego. Neil Simon’s “The Good Doctor”. 2 p.m. See Mar. 6. Oswego. Patrick’s Day Parade. A celebration of Oswego’s Irish culture. 10 a.m. Free. Presented by the Oswego Ancient Order of Hibernians Dean Michael Barry Division 1. Oswego St. Syracuse. Symphoria Masterworks VI: Schumann’s Rhenish. Principal flautist Xue Su is featured in Lowell Liebermann’s virtuosic Flute Concerto. Strauss’ popular depiction of musical trickster Till Eulenspiegel begins the program, with Schumann’s Third Symphony featured after intermission. Lawrence Loh, conductor 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. General admission $20 to $82; college $5; 18 and younger free admission. Crouse Hinds Theater at the Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, 421 Montgomery St. http://experiencesymphoria.org. https://experiencesymphoria.secure.force.com/ticket. 315-299-5598. info@

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experiencesymphoria.org. Lake George. Barrel Fest. Sample rare barrel-aged ales as well as rare barrel-aged selections from Northeast Breweries guests. Bonfires, live music, free snacks, and commemorative Barrel Fest tasting glasses, too. Adirondack Pub & Brewery, 33 Canada St. www.adkbrewery.com. 518-260-2025.

March 10 Oswego. Neil Simon’s “The Good Doctor”. See Mar. 6.

March 16 Oswego. Ceili Rain. Ceili Rain blends poprock music with Celtic/Irish flavor. 7:30 p.m. Admission charged. Oswego Music Hall, 41 Lake St.

March 17 Syracuse. Symphoria Casual Series: Musical Explorations. This performance features musical explorations by Brahms into the work of Haydn, Arvo Part’s non-fixed instrumentation work Frätres and Mozart’s exploration of counterpoint, form and complexity in his Symphony No. 38. 3 p.m. General admission $40 to $20; 18 and younger free. St. Paul’s Syracuse, 310 Montgomery St. http://experiencesymphoria.org. info@experiencesymphoria.org. 315-299-5598.

March 20 Syracuse. Pride & Prejudice: A Spirited Update on a Classic Romance. Kate Hamill’s playful adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic romance, Pride and Prejudice. The outspoken Elizabeth Bennet faces mounting pressure from her status-conscious mother to secure a suitable marriage. But is marriage suitable for a woman of Elizabeth’s intelligence and independence? 7:30 p.m. $20 to $53. Syracuse Stage Complex, 820 E. Genesee St. http:// syracusestage.org/showinfo.php?id=86. 315443-3275. info@syracusestage.org.

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March 22 Syracuse. Pride & Prejudice: A Spirited Update on a Classic Romance. 8 p.m. See Mar. 20. Buffalo. The Sweetener World Tour. Pop artist Ariana Grande has released three platinum-selling albums and received four Grammy nominations by age 25. During her performance, no cameras or recording devices will be permitted (cell phones with cameras will be permitted) and each fan may bring only one bag. All bags must be 100% clear and must not exceed 12”x 6”x12”. Fans may bring one bag made of clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, or fans may bring a single one-gallon re-sealable clear freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar). 7:30 p.m. $34.50 to $224.95. Dates and times subject to change without notice. KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour Knox III Plaza. www.tickets.com. 888-223-6000. Syracuse. Syracuse StadiumCross. “Pit Party” featuring live bands, door prizes, and contests. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Free. Toyota Coliseum, New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd. syracusestadiumcross.com. 800-753-3978. rob@rightcoastinc.com.

March 23 Maple Weekends Various venues statewide. Every spring, the members of the New York State Maple Producers Association invite families and friends into their sugar houses to experience the world of pure NY maple syrup. Most vendors offer free tastings and samples, demonstrations of maple production, tours of the sugar house and on-site sales of maple syrup, candy, cotton candy, cream, sauces and more. A locations few prepare and sell pancake breakfasts, too. Check the New York Maple Producers Association website for a list of participating maple producers to find one year you. Check the website of the producer and call the same day to ensure the schedule and activities available. Since temperatures affect the flow of maple sap, the weather may limit the activities available on specific days. www. nysmaple.com.

Why Getting Outside is Good for You By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

t may feel like the official hibernation season; however, it’s much better for your health to get active outside than hunkering down inside until the snow melts.

need to stay physically conditioned. 1.You

“Getting out and doing something is good for you,” said Greg Mills, owner of Murdock’s Bicycle & Sport in Oswego. “Whether it’s fast or slow, [running] a short distance or 10 miles, there’s health implications in just being active. Identify ways to get outside to be active. The more you work, the more you’re working your body and the less progress in fitness you’ll have to make up once the weather is warm again,” Mills said. You may need to alter what you ordinarily do. Maybe a runner could try running snowshoes, for example. Or an inline skater could try curling or ice skating. “Cross country skiing is a great way to be outside during the colder months,” said Jill Murphy, certified life coach and personal trainer at Mission Fitness in East Syracuse. “It’s a great

cardiovascular workout, and for those outdoors people, will keep you motivated during those winter months. “Any type of activity that you enjoy and that gets your heart rate elevated to some degree is going to aid in overall health. A body in motion stays in motion.”

light and fresh air are good for you. 2.Natural

“Working out and staying fit outdoors rather than indoors incorporates the benefits of nature therapy as well as exercise medicine,” said physician Joanne Wu, an experienced yoga teacher, health coach and wellness expert who sees patients in Syracuse. “Studies have shown being around nature, surrounded by greenery, less noise and fresh air, helps with stress management as well as improve sleep quality and general wellbeing.

outside improves mental health. 3.Going

Whether case of winter “blahs” or actual seasonal affective disorder (SAD), spending time outside can help boost your mood. Wu said that vitamin

D deficiency, caused by lack of sunlight exposure, can contribute to depression. Should you suspect you may have SAD or another mental health issue, also seek help from a health care provider.

Recreation with others bolsters well-being.

As social creatures, humans need meaningful interaction with others. So join a ski club, skate with pals at the rink, go sledding with another family or just go for a walk in the snow with a friend. You’ll all benefit from a get-together.

time outdoors may boost your immune system. 5.Spending

The New York Department of Conservation’s website dedicates an entire page to the benefits of exposure to forests and green areas. The page states that fresh air really does improve health. “While we breathe in the fresh air, we breathe in phytoncides, airborne chemicals that plants give off to protect themselves from insects,” it states. “Phytoncides have antibacterial and antifungal qualities which help plants fight disease. When people breathe in these chemicals, our bodies respond by increasing the number and activity of a type of white blood cell called natural killer cells or NK. These cells kill tumor- and virus-infected cells in our bodies.” So get out there among the evergreens and support good health.

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Capturing the

Essence of Winter Photographic tips that will hone your expertise By Ken Sturtz

inter offers wonderful opportunities to capture beautiful pictures. For amateur shutterbugs though, winter poses some of the most challenging conditions to take pictures. Enter photographers Everet Regal, a Granby resident, and Mic-Anthony Hay. Both have shot photos extensively outdoors in often unforgiving winter conditions. They offered the following tips to

make the most of your photographic experience: • Bring extra batteries. Whether shooting with a digital SLR camera or a point-and-shoot camera, your batteries will drain much faster in cold temperatures. It helps to carry extra batteries in your pocket to keep them warm. Camera phone batteries will also drain faster, so consider bringing a portable charger. • Consider shooting in manual

mode. People often put their camera on an auto mode and don’t realize they can create better quality photos by shooting manually. It’s worth learning the basics, Hay says, such as using a higher shutter speed to freeze the motion of falling snow in a picture. • Overexpose for snow. The single biggest problem people have when shooting snow is that their camera will tend to underexpose photos, Regal says, which often leads snow to appear dull

Radisson — With little traffic, on a below-zero morning, a stop in the middle of the road captured the soft, muffled feel of the snow-filled, frigid air. Courtesy of Everet Regal.

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or gray looking. “You have to fool the camera and overexpose,” he says. • Consider using a filter. Winter conditions can be bright, creating the potential for washed out, overexposed photos. And all that light reflecting off snow can cause serious glare. One option, Hays says, is to use a neutral density or polarizing filter. • Don’t breathe on your lens. “It will freeze right on there and you won’t be able to get it off there until it thaws,” Regal says. And don’t use your shirt to clean snow off the lens because it can scratch it, Hay says. It’s best to invest in a lens cleaning kit or bring a soft cloth with you. • Use the golden hour. Take advantage of the great, golden lighting available at the beginning and end of the day. The light from the sunrise and sunset can combine with the snow and landscape to create some dramatic pictures. If you need to shoot in the middle of the day, overcast weather can help depending on the subject you’re shooting. • Dress properly for the weather. It’s common sense, but a lot of people go out without putting on warm clothes. And if you’re busy focusing on your photography, it’s easy to get chilled without realizing it right away. It’s crucial to find a good pair of gloves and bring along some hand warmers just in case. It’s handy to have a big coat pocket or bag that you can store your camera in and then pull out when you’re ready to shoot. • Popular spots are popular in winter. A place such as a state park that is beautiful for shooting fall foliage in the warmer months doesn’t stop being beautiful in winter. “All the popular places in New York people visit during the spring and fall are worth visiting during the winter,” Hay says. “They have a different character.” • Think about safety. It’s easy to get focused on the photography and forget to take basic precautions. If you’re hiking a good distance to the location you’ll be shooting at, tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back. Waterfalls are popular with many photographers but be careful around them, especially during winter. And make sure you have the proper footwear so you don’t slip.

Oberon Lake, Radisson — After a fresh snowfall, scenes can often appear almost black and white. Finding a touch of color can bring depth and separation to the composition. Courtesy of Everet Regal.

Longbranch Park, Liverpool — Shooting directly into the setting sun is a great technique to utilize the silhouettes of trees against the snow-covered ground and colorful reflections. Courtesy of Everet Regal.

Battle Island State Park, Fulton — Using strong shadows against white snow can create a strong composition where one may not otherwise exist. Courtesy of Everet Regal. 2018 / 2019 CNY WINTER GUIDE

Time for Curling

People curling at the Utica Curling Club in Whitesboro. Photo courtesy of Utica Curling Club.

Sport grows in popularity across New York By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant

ou’ve done skating, snowboarding, skiing, luge, sledding and ice climbing — or perhaps none of those things. Regardless, if you want to try a different winter sport, check out curling. It’s growing in popularity across New York. A game widely played in Scotland in the 16th century, curling looks like a combination of bowling and shuffleboard — on ice. Two teams compete in an effort to slide their “stone” or “rock” — which resembles a wheel of cheese and a kettlebell — down a 138-foot sheet of ice to the “house,” or goal at the end. When the stone is cast, teammates sweep debris off the stone’s path to help it reach the center of the goal but they may not touch the stone with their brooms. When it’s their turn, the opposing team tries to cast their stone to bump the other stone farther from the center while keeping their stones in the center, like a game of marbles. Whichever team ends up closer to the center wins. “It’s a sport that emphasizes strategy, communication and good

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sportsmanship,” said Roger S. Rowlett, president of the Utica Curling Club in Whitesboro. “It’s a game that people of all ages and physical abilities can play.” He added that having a fun and social activity can help winter pass more quickly. Players can curl indoors or outside. The Utica Curling Club (www. uticacurlingclub.org) represents the largest dedicated curling facility in the Eastern U.S. The facility boasts six sheets of curling ice. The club operates from October through March with fall league play from October through December and winter leagues starting in January and concluding in March. To try out curling at home, clear a frozen waterway of snow for the appropriate distance. Mark a “house” at one end. Freeze gallon jugs three-quarters full for stones. Cast the jugs on their sides. Use household brooms to clear the path. If you enjoy it and want to try curling, reach out to a local curling club.

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Where to Curl New York curling clubs include: • Albany Curling Club www. albanycurlingclub.com • Ardsley Curling Club https:// ardsleycurling.com • Brooklyn Lakeside Curling Club https://www.facebook.com/ brooklyncurling • Finger Lakes Curling Club https://fingerlakescurling.org • Lake Placid Curling Club www.lpcurling.org • Long Island Curling Club www.licurling.org • New York Caledonian Curling Club www.facebook.com/nycaledonian • Rochester Curling Club www. rochestercurling.org • Schenectady Curling Club www.schenectadycurlingclub.us • Utica Curling Club www. uticacurlingclub.org Find more at www.curlingbonspiels.com/findclub.

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