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EXPERIENCE

Check out the incredible Lakeview Amphitheater concert lineup See page 3

EXPLORE

Learn why visiting the Thousand Islands is on every summer bucket list See page 6

EMBRACE

Harness the power of buying local at an array of upstate farmers markets See page 8

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EVERYTHING’S ALE-RIGHT From Binghamton to Syracuse and even Cooperstown, read more about central New York’s share of breweries and wineries.

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FEELING FESTIVE There’s no time for summertime blues with the number of celebrations that will be hosted across upstate New York this summer.

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LAKESIDE

EXPERIENCE

After nearly six months of construction, the highly anticipated LAKEVIEW AMPHITHEATER is finally here with an exciting lineup for its first full summer concert season. Leading up to performances by artists including Ringo Starr, Rascal Flatts and ZZ Top, here is everything you need to know about upstate New York’s newest venue.

BASIC INFORMATION

STAGE

ADDRESS: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY 13209 HOW TO BUY TICKETS: Lakeview Amphitheater’s Box Office is

PAVILLION LAWN

only open on event days. If there is an event at the Lakeview Amphitheater, the onsite box office will open 2 hours before the show.

LAKEVIEW AMPHITHEATER BOX OFFICE: (315) 435-5100 To purchase tickets in advance, visit the Solvay Bank Box Office at The Oncenter at 760 S. State Street during normal business hours WEATHER: Events occur rain or shine WILL CALL: Will Call begins 1 hour prior to the show NOT ALLOWED: Glowsticks, laserpens, professional camera, jewelry with spikes, knives/firearms/weapons, narcotics/drugs, outside food/beverages/candy, lighters/matches

5,000

in the pavillion

17,000 TOTAL CAPACITY

12,000

on the lawn

FUN FACTS $49 MILLION: The approximate cost of construction for the amphitheater NOV. 19, 2014: The day amphitheater construction began MIRANDA LAMBERT: The first performer to take the stage at the completed amphitheater on Sept. 3, 2015 8 MINUTES: The approximate time it takes to get to the Lakeview Amphitheater from Syracuse University by car

LAKEVIEW AMPHITHEATER SUMMER LINEUP RINGO STARR AND HIS ALL STARR BAND when: june 3 at 8 p.m. something to know before you go: Ringo Starr will be starting his tour in Syracuse along with his “All Starr Band,” which includes Todd Rundgren, Gregg Rolie, Steve Lukather and Richard Page.

DAVE MATTHEWS BAND

when: June 22 at 8 p.m. something to know before you go: Dave Matthews Band, which was formed in 1991, held its first official show on the rooftop of the pink warehouse in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, according to the band’s website.

RASCAL FLATTS

when: june 24 at 7:30 p.m. something to know before you go: Pop star Meghan Trainor has been credited with co-writing several Rascal Flatts songs including the band’s recent No. 1 Billboard Country hit “I Like The Sound of That.”

DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES

when: june 25 at 7:30 p.m. something to know before you go: The Syracuse Lakeview Amphitheater was one of five shows added to the group’s summer amphitheater tour with special guest Mayer Hawthorne.

DEF LEPPARD

when: june 27 at 7 p.m.

something to know before you go: Over the course of the band’s career, Def Leppard has sold more than 100 million records worldwide including two of the best-selling albums of all time, “Pyromania” and “Hysteria.” The band, which released its latest album in October, will take the stage in Syracuse with REO Speedwagon and Tesla.

5 SECONDS OF SUMMER

when: july 5 at 7:30 p.m. something to know before you go: The band gained traction after uploading several videos of cover performances to YouTube and eventually caught the attention of Sony, which signed 5 Seconds of Summer to a publishing deal in 2012.

VANS WARPED TOUR when: july 7 at 11 a.m. something to know before you go: The Vans

Warped Tour saga continues in Syracuse with music acts including Falling in Reverse, Four Year Strong, Sum 41, The Story So Far and Sleeping With Sirens.

DISTURBED WITH BREAKING BENJAMIN when: july 9 at 6:30 p.m. something to know before you go: Since the

Grammy-nominated band’s founding in 1996, Disturbed has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide while Breaking Benjamin’s latest album, “Dark Before Dawn,” debuted as No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart.

PHISH

when: july 10 at 7:30 p.m. something to know before you go: The members

something to know before you go: The Grammy

of Phish appeared in “Weekend at Burnsie’s,” an episode of The Simpsons about the legalization of medical marijuana which first aired in 2002.

award-winning group will make a stop in Syracuse on its north American tour with with Marilyn Mason and Of Mice & Men to deliver “one of the most involving, satisfying live shows on offer,” as Rolling Stone has said before of the band’s live performances.

JOURNEY WITH THE DOOBIE BROTHERS

DIERKS BENTLEY

when: july 13 at 7 p.m. something to know before you go: The “SAN

FRANCISCO FEST 2016” tour will hit the Lakeview Amphitheater July 13 with special guest Dave Mason, who has written more than 100 songs over the course of 50 years.

Since “Journey” was founded in 1973 in San Francisco, the band has sold 80 million albums worldwide and has been named by VH1 as one of the “top 100 artists of all time.”

JASON ALDEAN

when: july 15 at 7:30 p.m. something to know before you go: Aldean’s 2009 album release “Wide Open” had three No. 1 Billboard singles, including “She’s Country,” “The Truth” and “Big Green Tractor.”

ZAC BROWN BAND

when: july 21 at 7 p.m. something to know before you go: Zac Brown Band’s concert in Syracuse is one of four upstate New York stops along the “Black Out The Sun” tour with others in Darien Center, Bethel and Saratoga Springs.

SLIPKNOT

when: july 23 at 6:30 p.m.

when: aug. 6 at 7 p.m. something to know before you go: The country musician — who will be joined on stage by Randy Houser, Cam and Tucker Beathard — graduated from Vanderbilt University — a Syracuse University peer institution — in 1997.

COUNTING CROWS WITH ROB THOMAS

when: aug. 12 at 6:45 p.m. something to know before you go: Counting Crows’ latest album “Somewhere Under Wonderland” earned a spot on Rolling Stone’s “Top 50 Songs of the 2014” list with the song “Dislocation.”

SNOOP DOGG WITH WIZ KHALIFA

when: aug. 13 at 7 p.m. something to know before you go: After cancelling a performance at the 2015 New York State Fair, Snoop Dogg issued the statement, “To my fans in Syracuse, u know it’s a rare occasion for me to have to miss an opportunity to rock with u! I’m definitely coming to see u soon!”

BLINK-182, A DAY TO

REMEMBER WITH ALL TIME LOW when: aug. 23 at 7 p.m. something to know before you go: In an April

2016 interview with Fuse TV, Blink182’s Mark Hoppus said of the upcoming tour that includes the Syracuse stop, “It feels like a new chapter for our band. I’m really excited about it.”

KEITH URBAN

when: aug. 25 at 7:30 p.m. something to know before you go: Keith Urban will be on tour with special guests Maren Morris and Brett Eldredge, who co-wrote every song on “Illinois,” his co-produced album that debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart.

KORN WITH ROB ZOMBIE when: aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m. something to know before you go: In October

of 1999, the members of Korn appeared in the South Park titled “Korn’s Groovy Pirate Ghost Mystery,” playing off of a Scooby Doo mystery.

ZZ TOP WITH GREGG ALLMAN

when: sept. 3 at 8 p.m. something to know before you go: Fans of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees ZZ Top can look forward to the chance to hear the band’s classic hits in September including “Legs,” “La Grange” and “Sharp Dressed Man” in addition to tracks from the band’s more than 15 released albums.

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After a long day on the golf course or if you’re taking a day off work for some personal leisure time, these CENTRAL NEW YORK BREWERIES are sure to quench your thirst.

BREWERY OMMEGANG

656 county highway 33 cooperstown, ny 13326 (800) 498-2445

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hile Cooperstown is known for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, it’s also home to one of the best breweries in the world. Brewery Ommegang, a Belgian-style beer company, was recently named the world champion in the category of “midsized brewery” at the 2016 World Beer Cup. The brewery was founded in 1997 and is located just a few miles south of downtown Cooperstown. If you make the trip, be sure to taste the Rosetta, a cherry-infused beer, which won the Gold Medal in the “BelgianStyle Fruit Beer” category at the World Beer Cup. Are you a “Game of Thrones” fan?

Ommegang has a drink for that. More than one, actually. The brewery has six different drinks inspired by the Emmy Awardwinning show.

SACKETS HARBOR BREWING CO.

212 west main st. sackets harbor, ny 13685 315-646-2739

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ne of the oldest continuing microbreweries in New York state, Sackets Harbor Brewing Co. is located in historic Sackets Harbor and is close to Lake Ontario — just a short walk away from the Sackets Harbor battlefield, the site of a battle in the War of 1812. The brewery itself features about 10 beers on tap, including the tasty 1812 Amber Ale and the Black River Lager. While the brewing company specializes in craft beer, it also has developed a wide selection of craft bourbon.

With more than 20 craft bourbons, the 90-barrel proof Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve is extremely popular in northern New York. Summer is the perfect time to visit Sackets Harbor and the brewing company is a must-stop.

of local ingredients and its sustainability. It has plans to open a new Farmstead Brewery this year.

MIDDLE AGES BREWING COMPANY 120 wilkinson st. syracuse, ny 13204 315-476-4250

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ooking for British-inspired drinks?

Middle Ages Brewing Company is your central New York destination.

From “Boxing Day Bitter” to “The Duke of Winship,” Middle Ages brews more than 20 different beers throughout the year — some available year-round and others seasonally.

The brewery got its start in January 1994 and now features some of Syracuse’s most popular beers, such as Syracuse Pale Ale and Dinosaur BBQ’s House Beer — Ape Hanger Ale. Middle Ages uses malt imported from England, which is fitting for beers like “Grail Ale,” the brewery’s first beer that celebrated its 21st birthday in April. Come August, the brewery — as it does annually — will host an anniversary party that features local bands and food vendors.

GALAXY BREWING COMPANY 41 court st. binghamton, ny 13901 607-217-7074

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ounded in 2011, Galaxy Brewing Company was created by a father and son duo who work to use local products. Located about an hour south of Syracuse, the brewery not only features a vast array of beers, but an extensive food menu that’s highlighted by its burgers and sandwiches. The beer menu has a variety of beer, including the signature Andromeda IPA and the bitter, #42, ESB. If you make the trip to Galaxy, strongly consider doing so on a Thursday as local groups perform most Thursday nights at about 9:30 p.m. Galaxy also won the Silver Medal in the World Beer Cup 2014 in the category “Belgian Style Blonde Ale or Pale Ale.”

EMPIRE BREWING COMPANY 120 walton st. syracuse, ny 13202 315-475-2337

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mpire is a very modern brewery located in the popular Armory Square district of Syracuse. The bar and grill portion of Empire features a diverse menu that’s highlighted by different burger options. Between 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday, Empire has “Hoppy Hour” with discounted burgers, cocktails and $4 Empire pints, among other discounts. The brewery produces more than 40 different kinds of beer, including the Summer Ale, which is made with German pilsner malt and German noble hops. Empire prides itself on the use

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BY THE THOUSANDS

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About an hour and a half north of Syracuse, the scenic and historic THOUSAND ISLANDS region is one of the best mini-vacation spots in New York state. With the beautiful St. Lawrence River seaway and plenty to do, the Thousand Islands is a can’t-miss in the summer. Here are five things to do to make your trip to the Thousand Islands unforgettable:

UNCLE SAM BOAT TOURS 47 james st. alexandria bay, ny 13607 (315) 482-2611

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or more than 85 years, Uncle Sam Boat Tours has been providing scenic tours of the Thousand Islands. The boat line offers a variety of different tour options, but the 2 Nation Tour is the most popular. The

tour lasts about two hours and you’re guided through both American and Canadian waters with a narrated tour as to not miss any of the history of the islands. Like all Uncle Sam tours, the boat stops at Boldt Castle for you to get off — if you wish — to tour the castle.

Uncle Sam also has a dinner cruise every night in its peak season and a craft beer and wine cruise Friday nights that features live

entertainment and an array of local drinks. If you’re in Alex Bay, the heart of the Thousand Islands, an Uncle Sam Boat Tour is a must.

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o trip to the Thousand Islands is complete without a stop at Boldt Castle and Singer Castle. Boldt Castle is located on Heart Island, which is fitting considering the castle’s romance transcends just the island’s name. If you visit Boldt Castle, you’ll hear the tragic love story of George Boldt and how he left the castle unfinished after his wife died.

The castle was abandoned for more than 70 years, but improvements have been made since the castle was acquired by the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority. Singer Castle is located on Dark Island in Chippewa Bay. The castle, which was once a hunting lodge, is the only existing castle on the St. Lawrence River to be completed and resided in during the heyday of Thousand Islands construction in the early 1900s.

ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM 750 mary st. clayton, ny 13624 (315) 686-4104

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layton is one of the most popular destinations in the Thousand Islands, as it features a lively downtown with shops and lots of good restaurants. But close to the main street in Clayton is the Antique Boat Museum. The museum was founded in the 1960s and now features the largest collection of antique and classic boats in North America. One of the best times to visit the Antique Boat Museum is for the Antique Boat Show, which is Aug. 5-7 this year.

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nterested in a day filled with wine? The Thousand Islands-Seaway Wine Trail is your best option. The wine trail features different family-owned wineries in the Thousand Islands region and allows you to experience the culture of northern New York.

The trail was founded in 2007 and travels 78 miles worth of the Thousand Islands region. If you don’t want to do the entire trail, one of the wineries featured in the trail is likely close by.

FOOD

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n addition to scenic tours and historic sites, the Thousand Islands region is also home to some great restaurants.

If you’re in Clayton, The Clipper Inn is known around the area as one of the best restaurants and features delicious seafood, pasta and delectable cheesecake. Bella’s in Clayton offers dining right on the St. Lawrence River and the bistro has an aroma of freshly baked pastries and bread to go with a strong menu. If you’re looking for a break in Clayton midday, try the Lyric Coffee House, which often features live music to go along with tasty warm beverages. Alex Bay has many different options downtown for food — some more upscale than others. TripAdvisor ranks Riley’s by the River as the top restaurant in the town as the sister company of Uncle Sam Boat Tours has a classic American dining menu to go with a bar that offers many local craft drinks. For fine dining in the Thousand Islands, the Jacques Cartier Room in the Riveredge Resort ranks near the top. The view is unmatched among restaurants and while the food is on the pricier side of things, the food is delicious and the menu changes on a nightly basis.

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CAMPING

Upstate New York is home to some of the nicest campgrounds in the state. Camping is the perfect way to get unplugged from the everyday chaos of life. Put the cell phone away in exchange for a deck of cards or fishing pole and you’ll be able to spend some quality time with your loved ones enjoying the natural beauty New York state has to offer. There are plenty of nice campgrounds in the Adirondacks, about a three-hour drive from Syracuse. Whether you have a few days or a few weeks to spend, camping is a great way to relax.

York has several great courses to play. Camillus Country Club is the top-ranked public golf course in the Syracuse area, according to Golf Advisor. The course was built in 1962 and has a 72 par. The course has adopted dynamic pricing, so prices differ for specific time and dates. While Camillus is the top-ranked public course, Timber Banks Golf Club in Baldwinsville is semi-private and is the top course in the Syracuse area, per Golf Advisor. It was built in 2010 and like Camillus, has a par of 72.

It’s also one of the top 20 courses in all of New York state, according to Golf Advisor.

GOLFING

HIKING

With a limited number of snow-free months in Syracuse, there’s no better time to hit the links than during the summer. Central New

Like camping, hiking is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature. Thankfully the Adirondacks are only a short drive from

Sure, going to breweries, concerts and farmers markets is fun. But what are some other fun things to do in the UPSTATE NEW YORK area this summer? Here are five.

Syracuse. With 46 high peaks, the Adirondacks have hiking options for all abilities and experience. If you’re new to hiking, Black Mountain is a good way to start. It’s a nice 6.7-mile hike and has one of the few remaining water towers in the Adirondacks. If you have children, Sleeping Beauty Mountain is a great option. It’s close to Lake George and is only about two miles if you don’t do the full loop. Mount Marcy is considered one of the toughest hikes in the Adirondacks — normally taking about 10 hours to complete as it’s 14.8 miles roundtrip. If you’re looking for a mountain to camp and do in two days, Mount Redfield might be for you. The 17.5 mile and 14-hour trip has a beautiful view at the peak and is the 15th-highest mountain in New York state.

ZOO

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo in Syracuse has some changes you’ll be able to see this summer. Among the additions to the zoo if an African lion the zoo acquired in November.

Are you a Syracuse Orange fan? The name of the newest penguin at the zoo might sound familiar. A crowdsourced naming campaign led the newest baby humboldt penguin born to be named “Otto.” There’s also work being done on a pool for elephants that the zoo hopes to have open by July 4. Like animals and outdoor movies? The zoo will be hosting “Zoovies” this summer, including showings of “Rio” on June 23 and “Zootopia” on Aug. 11.

DRIVE-IN THEATER

Something Upstate New Yorkers are blessed with that many parts of the country aren’t is drive-in theaters. There are more than 20 upstate drive-ins and it’s a great way to spend a nice summer night. Highly-anticipated movies, such as “Independence Day: Resurgence” and “Finding Dory,” are set to come out this summer and watching the movies at the driveins will make the experience that much better.

If you do go to a drive-in, be sure to pack a lawn chair, blankets and a portable radio to help save your car’s battery.

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ON THE MARKET

Though most local vendors are still up and running throughout the winter months, with warm weather comes the opportunity buy produce, sweets and other goods locally at FARMERS MARKETS. Here is what you need to know to make the most of the top-ranked Ithaca Farmers Market, the hidden gem of the CNY Regional Market and the classic stops of the Syracuse Downtown Farmers Market and the Oneida County Public Market.

ITHACA FARMERS MARKET

steamboat landing 545 3rd st. ithaca, ny 14850 607-273-7109 duration: april 2 – oct. 29 saturday hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. sunday hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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he Ithaca Farmer’s Market works with about 150 vendors to serve more than 5,000 people a day, according to the market’s website, and was recently ranked one of the top 20 U.S. famers markets by TripAdvisor. The market has become an Ithaca tradition since it was founded in 1973 and features several locations to offer five weekly markets: the primary Steamboat Landing pavilion, Dewitt Park, East Hill Plaza and Hancock Street. And while visitors shop throughout May and June, local music acts like Arianne Rox and Brooklyn Bridge will provide the soundtrack to summer shopping.

SYRACUSE CNY REGIONAL MARKET

2100 park st, syracuse, ny 13208 315-422-8647 may – nov. thursday hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. year-round saturday hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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he CNY Regional Market has Syracuse residents covered on buying locally from baked goods to pastas and even clothing. The market draws hundreds of vendors in the summer to the spot tucked away behind Destiny USA with the mission of acting as a resource to promote opportunities for agricultural commerce and provide economic, social and nutritional value to the area, according to the market’s website. Aside from a wide range of products, the market — which has been open since 1938 — also boasts boutiques and local eateries, which include the Market Diner, Mediterranean Specialty Foods & Deli and Bohemian Beans Café.

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DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET CLINTON SQUARE

161 w. genesee st. syracuse, ny 13202 315-422-8284 duration: june 14 – oct. 11 tuesday hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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he Downtown Farmers Market returns for the summer season June 14. Presented by the Downtown Committee of Syracuse, the market will have more than 50 farmers and produce dealers selling seasonal vegetables, fruits, nuts, eggs, cheeses, flowers, plants, handcrafted items and more alongside live entertainment during some weeks, according to the event’s website. Heading into the market’s 44th annual season, cooking and produce preparation demonstrations will also be hosted by the Food Bank of Central New York to promote health and wellness as a part of the Say Yes program.

UTICA ONEIDA COUNTY PUBLIC MARKET

inside the amtrak station at 1st street and main street utica, ny 13501 info@oneidacountymarket.com saturday hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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ach Saturday throughout the summer, the Oneida County Public Market makes its local mark from Utica’s historic downtown Union Station in Bagg’s Square East. When the market was founded in 2011, it started out with about 25 vendors, as reported by The Utica Observer Dispatch. Since then, it has been consistently ranked as one of the “101 Best Farmers Markets in America” by The Daily Meal for the past 4 years. Today, some of the vendors that take part in the market include Candy Jar Confections, Holy Smoque’s BBQ Fusion, Mr. Z’s Street Eatz and Three Sisters Creations.

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JOIN THE FESTIVITIES A summer spent in Syracuse is not at all complete without a day — or several — taken to experience a LOCAL FESTIVAL. Food trucks, cultural arts and live entertainment are classic trademarks of the summer celebrations, but original to upstate New York are festivities dedicated to hot air balloons and even lavender. Here is a mix of festivals to make the most of a New York summertime.

TASTE OF SYRACUSE 2016 when: june 3 – 4 where: clinton square; west genesee & south clinton streets syracuse, ny 13202

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ith more than 20 local food trucks, handcrafted beers and live entertainment in one place, visitors are in for every foodie’s dream at the first ever Syracuse Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival. The truck lineup so far includes Cheesed and Confused, Macarollin, Smokin’ Pete’s BBQ and Toss ‘n’ Fire Wood-Fired Pizza to be washed down with Coney Island, Dogfish Head and Sam Adams among participating breweries.

he 20th annual Taste of Syracuse Festival will kick off the month of June with more than 50 food vendors and a headliner performance by Cheap Trick. On June 4, the festival will celebrate “Salute the Troops Saturday” and will offer discounted food samples to military personnel wearing a wristband from the AmeriCU “Salute” tent. Set to participate so far are local favorites including Dinosaur BBQ, Heid’s of Liverpool and Wings Over Syracuse.

NEW YORK LAVENDER FESTIVAL

2016 SYRACUSE POLISH FESTIVAL

THE SYRACUSE FOOD TRUCK & CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL when: may 21 where: new york state fairground; 581 state fair blvd., syracuse, ny 13209

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when: july 9 – 10 where: ol’factory farm; 12973 upton rd. red creek, ny 13143

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he free, two-day New York Lavender Festival brings together local artisans and lavender enthusiasts to serve lavender ice cream, cookies and beverages alongside lavender soaps, lotions and creams. The 9th annual festival will also feature guest speakers along with a 5k run and walk in support of Holding onto Hope, an organization that works to support cancer patients.

THE ONONDAGA CUP & LAKE FESTIVAL when: july 16 where: long branch park 3813 long branch rd., liverpool, ny 13090

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twist on the “Ya Gotta Regatta” event of the early 1950s, The Onondaga Cup & Lakefest is a modernized all-day celebration with a rowing, kayak and paddleboard competition. This year will commemorate the rebirth of Onondaga Lake, according to the event’s website, with an onshore gala celebrating the athletic event on the lake with food vendors, music and art.

when: june 10 – 12 where: clinton square, west genesee and south clinton streets, syracuse, ny 13202

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he 2016 Syracuse Polish Festival will mark the 62nd annual celebration of Polish culture and cuisine. From cabbage rolls to Polish beer and even cultural souvenirs, the family-friendly festival was created by the Polish Scholarship Fund to help local students of Polish descent succeed and keep Polish culture alive. Make sure not to miss out on the first annual “Pierogi Eating Contest” on Sunday, June 12.

ST. SOPHIA’S GREEK CULTURAL FESTIVAL when: june 9 –12 where: 324 waring rd., syracuse, ny 13224

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he 43rd annual St. Sophia’s Greek Cultural Festival — the only greek festival in Syracuse — will feature folk dancing, central New York’s very own greek band The Aegeans and pastries including baklava, kourabiedes and finikia.

JAMESVILLE BALLOONFEST when: june 24 – 26 where: jamesville beach park 4110 w shore manor rd., jamesville, ny 13078

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he 37th annual balloon festival will take flight Friday, June 24 for a weekend of hot-air balloons, live entertainment, and arts and crafts. With balloon launches each day, don’t miss out on the chance to experience the Syracuse skies from a new perspective.

OSWEGO HARBORFEST 2016 when: july 28 – 31 where: oswego, new york

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arborfest will be a 4-day citywide celebration of Oswego’s maritime history with food, music, and live entertainment leading up to a fireworks show on Saturday, July 30. The 29th annual familyfriendly regional event is headlined this year by Dennis DeYoung of the rock band STYX.

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GAME, SET,

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With such nice weather, summer is the perfect time to take in some sporting events. Upstate New York has a THRIVING SPORTS INDUSTRY. Here are five things to do this summer relating to sport.

BOXING AT TURNING STONE when: june 11 where: turning stone event center

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urning Stone has played host to big fights in the past and come June, Showtime Championship Boxing will be at the Turning Stone Event Center.

Three fights are listed on the Turning Stone website for June 11. The Junior Welterweight Bout will feature 25-4 Ruslan Provodnikov against 28-6 John Molina Jr. In the World Boxing Council Super Welterweight Title Eliminator, undefeated Demetrius Andrade will fight 25-2 Willie Nelson. In the biggest fight of the night, Dejan Zlatcanin (21-0) will fight Emiliano Marsili (32-0) for the WBC Lightweight World Championship. It’s sure to be an exciting night of boxing that you won’t want to miss.

MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

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entral New York is home to not one, but two minor league baseball teams, both of which have ties to the Washington Nationals. The Syracuse Chiefs have been a staple since the 1930s and this year’s roster features a nice balance of young prospects and former major leaguers. Trea Turner and A.J. Cole are two of the most exciting prospects in the Nationals’ farm system and baseball fans have the opportunity to see them play for cheap, especially of Thursdays when hot dogs are $1 and select beer is $2. Only about 45 minutes west of Syracuse, the Auburn Doubledays are the Class A Short Season affiliate of the Nationals. Doubledays games don’t start until June 17 but with the MLB Draft on June 9, Auburn is sure to see some of the top young talent the Nationals have to offer this season.

BASEBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION WEEKEND

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very year thousands of people gather in a small town in Upstate New York to celebrate America’s pastime and the legends that have made baseball the

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country’s game for more than a century.

This year, the Baseball Hall of Fame will induct Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Piazza as the newest members of the distinguished club. While Griffey Jr. never donned a New York uniform, his talent and flare transcended cities to make him a fan favorite, which showed in that he fell just three votes shy of becoming the first unanimous Hall of Fame member ever. Piazza on the other hand played for the New York Mets for eight seasons and is sure to receive support from the New York faithful come July. This year’s induction weekend will likely be one of the most well-attended inductions in recent memory, but it’s an opportunity you won’t want to miss if you’re a baseball fan.

NASCAR AT WATKINS GLEN when: aug. 7 where: watkins glen international

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hile New York state has many smaller racetracks, no racing event is bigger in the Empire State than when NASCAR comes to Watkins Glen. With the race being in August, it’s one of the last races in the Sprint Cup Series regular season before the chase for the cup.

The racetrack holds nearly 40,000 people and is 2.45 miles long. Joey Logano will be looking to defend his 2015 win at Watkins Glen, a race in which he only led for one lap but was able to pull out the victory.

THE TRAVERS STAKES

when: aug. 27 where: saratoga race course in saratoga springs

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merican Pharoah won the Triple Crown and the Breeders’ Cup Classic last year, but the one high profile race he didn’t win was The Travers Classic.

About two and a half hours from Syracuse, the Saratoga Race Course is home to The Travers Classic and has been since the mid-1800s. As it is most years, the race will be held on the last Saturday of August this year and has a $1.25 million purse. General admission for the Travers is only $10 and is something every sports fan in New York should have on their bucket list.

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TAKING CENTER STAGE The summertime may be magical in and of itself, but there will always be something special about a story that comes to life on stage. Below is the summer lineup of LOCAL PLAYS AND MUSICALS at the Syracuse Stage, Central New York Playhouse and the Little York Lake Theatre & Pavillion.

SYRACUSE STAGE

York City’s west side neighborhood will come alive at the Little York Lake Theatre & Pavillion starting June 22 with the classic songs “Something’s Coming,” “Tonight,” “I Feel Pretty,” “Maria” and “America.”

820 e genesee st. syracuse, ny 13210

“Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery”

may 11 - 29

“A Chorus Line”

on’t miss out on the last show of the season at the Syracuse stage and its comedic take on the Sherlock Holmes mystery “The Hound of the Baskervilles” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Ticket prices start at $36 for adults over age 40, $33 for adults age 40 and under and $18 for children age 12 and under. For tickets and show times, call the Syracuse Stage Box Office at 315-443-3275 during weekday business hours or visit www.syracusestage.org.

winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and multiple Tony Awards, “A Chorus Line” delves into the lives of 17 people all auditioning for a spot in the “chorus line” of a Broadway show. And according to the Cortland Repertory Theatre’s website, it documents the “the unsung heroes of the Broadway stage – the dedicated, talented and overworked chorus dancers.”

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CENTRAL NEW YORK PLAYHOUSE

3649 erie blvd. e suite #b201 syracuse, ny 13214 “Evita”

july 22 – aug. 6

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he musical “Evita” tells the tale of Eva Perón’s controversial rise as a starlet at 22, a mistress at 24 and the First Lady of Argentina at 27 who is dead by the age of 33. But toward the end of her life, Perón questions whether or not she took the right path to fame. Ticket prices start at $20.

july 13 – 30

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“Pinocchio”

Lee and Thomas Jefferson as they work to declare independence from the British monarchy. Ticket prices start at $20.

“Macbeth”

may 13 – 21

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hough the play is set in the late 1940s, the semi-modern take on William Shakespeare’s “MacBeth” still tells the classic tale of betrayal, murder, ghosts and revenge. Ticket prices start at $17.

“1776”

“WASP”

june 17 – july 2

aug. 19 – 27

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ust in time to lead up to the Fourth of July, “1776” humanizes John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Richard Henry

july 14 – 23

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enned by Steve Martin, “WASP” pulls together several different directors to put on one-act plays, which include

“Guillotine,” “Patter for a Floating Lady,” “WASP” and “The Zig-Zag Woman.” Ticket prices start at $15.

For tickets and show times, visit www. cnyplayhouse.com.

LITTLE YORK LAKE THEATRE & PAVILLION

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t’s charming. It’s funny. It’s a classic. It’s Pinocchio. The Italian story will play out in the Dwyer Memorial Park and share the adventures of a Gepetto the woodcarver, Pinocchio the puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy, a friendly cricket full of advice and a mysterious Blue Fairy. The memorial park also boasts a jungle gym and beautiful picnic areas.

6799 little york lake road preble, new york 13141

“Agatha Christie’s Cards on the Table”

“The Fox on the Fairway”

n line with the mystery fan favorite that is author Agatha Christie, “Cards on the Table” brings to life the tale of the strange Mr. Shaitana and the dinner party unveiling of his latest “collection” of people who have committed and gotten away with it. But during a game of bridge, Shaitana is murdered, leaving one of his dinner guests to solve the crime.

For tickets prices and show times, visit the Box Office at 24-26 Port Watson St., Cortland, New York 13045 during weekday business hours or www.cortlandrep.org.

june 8 – 18

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he comedy “The Fox on the Fairway” is based on the Quail Valley Country Club where the complicated nature of sex, love and sizeable bets all come to life during a golf tournament.

“West Side Story”

june 22 – july 9

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ith rivaling gangs, star-crossed lovers and passionate heartache, the classic musical set in New

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BLAST FROM

THE PAST Are you a history buff? Upstate New York definitely has a lot to offer if you are. With some closer to Syracuse than others, here are three must-visit HISTORICAL DESTINATIONS for this summer.

HARRIET TUBMAN HOME 180 s. street rd. auburn, ny 13021

WOMEN’S RIGHTS IN SENECA FALLS

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136 fall st. seneca falls, ny 13148

FORT TICONDEROGA

THE CITY OF ELMIRA

ome 2020, Harriet Tubman will be on the front of the $20 bill, it was announced in April. This summer is the perfect time to pay tribute to the abolitionist and what better way than to visit the Harriet Tubman Home in Auburn.

The home is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays, but by appointment. The home, which Tubman lived in until she died, was originally owned

by U.S. Senator and Secretary of State William Seward, whose house is also a museum in Auburn.

30 fort ti rd. ticonderoga, ny 12883

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f you’re taking one of our recommended trips to go camping or hiking in the Adirondacks, it’s worth the extra drive to go to Fort Ticonderoga. Built on the south end of Lake Champlain, Fort Ticonderoga is most widely known for its role in the Revolutionary War. Less than a month after the start of the war, British troops were snuck up on by Patriot militia, who ultimately captured the fort without firing a shot, giving the patriots lots of supplies. Now, the fort offers daily programs and is a very educational experience. Different events are also held throughout the summer.

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nly an hour or so from Syracuse, the Women’s Rights National Historical Park in Seneca Falls showcases the first Women’s Rights Convention in July 1848. Much goes on at the park as it has a full calendar of events and consists of a visitor’s center and four historic properties. The visitor’s center is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. while the other park buildings have differing hours. So go experience the foundation of the women’s rights movement, close to Syracuse.

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f you’re both a Syracuse Orange fan and history buff, Elmira is the city for you.

Located in the Southern Tier, Elmira is where Syracuse football legend Ernie Davis attended high school and also is where he is buried. Davis was heavily recruited out of high school, but with some persuasion from Syracuse legend Jim Brown, “The Elmira Express” chose to take his talents to the Hill. Elmira is also home to a former Civil War prisoner of war camp and Historic Dunn Field, where the Elmira Pioneers, a summer collegiate baseball team, currently play.

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CONCERTS TO ATTEND THIS SUMMER

HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES

when: may 24 at 8 p.m. where: turning stone resort & casino event center in verona, new york something to know before you go: Once the name of a celebrity drinking club started by Alice Cooper in the 1970s, “Hollywood Vampires” is now a band composed of Cooper, Johnny Depp and Joe Perry who are kicking off their first U.S. tour as a collective at Turning Stone.

BEATLEMANIA NOW

when: may 27 at 8 p.m. where: turning stone resort & casino event center in verona, new york something to know before you go: Regarded as one of the best tribute bands for The Beatles, “Beatlemania Now” takes viewers throughout the 1960s and 1970s — including the times of “Flower Power” and “Peace and Love,” according to the band’s website, to the music of the classic rock band.

DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE WITH CHVRCHES

when: june 8 at 7 p.m. where: constellation brands marvin sands performing arts center in canandaigua, new york something to know before you

go: The band name “Death Cab for Cutie” can be linked back to the title of a song by Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band which was featured in the 1967 Beatles film, “Magical Mystery Tour.”

ELLIE GOULDING WITH MATT AND KIM

when: june 14 at 7 p.m. where: constellation brands marvin sands performing arts center in canandaigua, new york something to know before you go: Goulding’s “Love Me Like You Do,” was originally featured on the soundtrack for “Fifty Shades of Grey” and has since made its way to the tops of singles charts in more than 70 countries.

ELI YOUNG BAND

when: june 23 at 8 p.m. where: turning stone resort & casino event center in verona, new york something to know before you go: In the course of the Grammy-nominated band’s career, Eli Young Band has had three No. 1 hits and won an Academy of Country Music Award for Song of the Year for “Crazy Girl” in 2012.

WEEZER WITH PANIC! AT THE DISCO

when: june 25 at 7 p.m. where: constellation brands

marvin sands performing arts center in canandaigua, new york something to know before you go: Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo attended classes at Harvard University irregularly from 1995 until he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English in 2006 according to SPIN.

THE BAND PERRY

when: june 25 at 8 p.m. where: turning stone resort & casino event center in verona, new york something to know before you go: Lead singer Kimberly Perry originally started performing as a solo artist until her brothers, Neil and Reid, joined her to form The Band Perry. Since then, the group has topped charts with hit singles including “Hip to My Heart, “If I Die Young” and “Better Dig Two.”

BOB DYLAN

when: july 12 at 7:30 p.m. where: constellation brands marvin sands performing arts center in canandaigua, new york something to know before you go: Dylan attended the University of Minnesota until 1960 when he dropped and moved to New York and began performing in the Greenwich Village folk scene, according to Rolling Stone. He has since

won 10 Grammy Awards, one Golden Globe and one Academy Award.

ALICE IN CHAINS

when: july 22 at 8 p.m. where: turning stone resort & casino event center in verona, new york something to know before you go: The Grammy-nominated metal band, ranking alongside Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Soundgarden, was formed in the 1980s, had been signed to Columbia Records by 1989 and has opened for acts including Iggy Pop and Poison.

FOREIGNER

when: july 26 at 8 p.m. where: turning stone resort & casino event center in verona, new york something to know before you go: Since Foreigner formed in 1976, the group has sold more than 75 million albums, according to its website, and is best known for its songs “Feels Like The First Time,” “Hot Blooded” and “Cold As Ice.” The band’s music has also been used in the films “Anchorman 2,” “Magic Mike” and “Pitch Perfect” and in the Netflix series “Orange Is The New Black.”

TRAIN WITH ANDY GRAMMAR

when: aug. 24 at 7:30 p.m. where: constellation brands marvin sands performing arts center in canandaigua, new york something to know before you go: Train was formed after singer Pat Monahan left his Led Zeppelin cover band and hometown Erie, Pennsylvania and met Rob Hotchkiss, Jim Stafford, Charlie Colin and Scott Underwood to make for a solid band lineup by 1994, according to MTV.

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