Cazenovia Republican digital edition - June 21, 2023

PridE FEsT HEld in CAz

School district expands universal prekindergarten program

By kATE Hill Staff writer

During the June 12 meeting of the Cazenovia Central School District Board of Education, Kevin Linck, assistant superintendent for instruction, equity, and personnel, announced that the district will be introducing a second universal prekindergarten (UPK) classroom for four-year-old students.

Both UPK classrooms will be located at Burton Street Elementary School.

According to Linck, the second classroom is possible because the district was recently awarded a $180,000 UPK Expansion Grant.

“Definitely a special thanks to [Burton Street Principal] Kara May, who was a big part of that process, [and] the BOCES grant writers, who worked through that with us,” Linck said. “It’s very exciting. It’s going to open us up to potentially 18 more students at UPK, basically double the num-

ber of students.”

He added that he believes there will be no one left on the district’s UPK waitlist once the second classroom is up and running.

“Everyone that signs up and wants to be involved and participate will be able to, which is fantastic,” he said. According to the district, its UPK instruction is consistent with New York State prekindergarten learning standards, which focus on social-

emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

To be eligible for UPK in the 2023-2024 school year, a child must reside in the school district and have a birthday between Dec. 2, 2018, and Dec. 1, 2019.

To learn more about the program, call the district office at 315-655-1317.

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During his report, Superintendent Christopher DiFulvio commended May for her role in making positive curricular

changes at the elementary school over the past couple of years, including the introduction of the “Wit & Wisdom” English language arts curriculum, which will be adopted by additional grade levels next year.

May is leaving Burton Street to join the Chittenango School District.

“All these instructional changes came [under] the leadership of Kara May, our principal, who is leaving,” DiFulvio said. “I’d like to thank

her for all her hard work in that area. Kara, you’ve left your mark on Burton Street forever. We can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done.”

Cazenovia Central School District Board of Education meetings are usually held at 6:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month. Meeting dates are listed on the district website and the school calendar. For more information, visit cazenoviacsd.com/board-of-education

Anniversary of Cazenovia’s founding celebrated

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On saturday, May 6 over 50 people came to celebrate the 230th anniversary of Cazenovia’s founding at the site where John lincklaen set up his camp in 1793. The program by Cazenovia Heritage was conducted at the commemorative marker and site on the grounds of the current Cazenovia Club. The program included a history of the site and founding; remarks by Town supervisor Bill zupan and Village Trustee kathy Hahn; and presentation of proclamations to the town and village from Al Stirpe, NYS Assemblyman, and Joe Griffo, NYS Senator. After the commemoration, attendees enjoyed birthday cake, followed by architectural tours of the Cazenovia Club’s Owahgena Clubhouse led by Ted Bartlett and Brian Coughlin.

Cazenovia native earns bachelor’s degree in two years

By kATE Hill Staff writer

This spring, Cazenovia High School (CHS) graduate Olivia Buyea, 18, earned a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Albany after just two years of college.

Buyea graduated from CHS a year early in 2021 at the age of 16. She earned a regents with advanced designation - mastery in science endorsement and was accepted to SUNY Albany’s 3+3 law program, a joint degree program with Albany Law School that combines a bachelor’s degree and a law

degree in a six-year program.

“It has always been important to me to make the most of my time,” said Buyea. “In high school, I had free time that I realized could be better used by taking additional classes at a community college or online.

I also spent a lot of time on the internet trying to figure out what opportunities were available to me. At the time, I didn’t realize it would enable me to graduate early; I originally enrolled because I just really enjoyed learning and improving myself. It eventually worked out that I was able to graduate early.”

The summer before college, Buyea interned as a scientific researcher for Ichor Therapeutics in the department of in vitro pharmacology.

Last summer, she worked as an undergraduate student researcher at Albany Medical College in the department of molecular and cellular physiology, and this past school year, she was an undergraduate researcher in the lab of Dr. Ewan McNay in SUNY Albany’s psychology department.

At SUNY Albany, Buyea was awarded the Dr. Seth Spellman Jr. Academic Achievement Award, was placed on the

Dean’s List of Distinguished Students, and was the fall 2021 Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Engagement Funding recipient.

According to the SUNY Albany website, students in the 3+3 Law program typically start at Albany Law School after their junior year and receive a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Albany after their first year of study at Albany Law School.

Rather than adhere to the plan set forth by her 3+3 program advisor, Buyea followed her own plan to complete her graduation

Chamber Events Committee announces website and logo

By kATE Hill Staff writer

On Monday, June 19, the recently established Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce Events Committee launched a new website, Cazenovialife.com, and announced its new “Caz Life” logo.

The committee is responsible for continuing and developing the chamber’s traditional events, including the Fourth of July, the Christmas Walk, Block Fest, Ladies’ Night Out, Men’s Night, and business after-hours, and for creating additional events.

According to Ralph

Monforte, who owns Cazenovia Jewelry and donated $10,000 to help get the events committee off the ground, the new logo features two light posts as “a nod to” the Lakeland Park Pier. The new website will highlight upcoming community events hosted by local merchants as well as non-profits and other organizations.

“The idea is to give people from inside the community and outside the community a way to find out what’s going on and how wonderful [Caz] is,” said Monforte. The committee is also

planning to post QR codes linked to its website in local businesses, the library, the post office, and the village and town offices.

“If you’re staying at the hotel, we will have one for every room and one for the front desk,” Monforte said. “When you’re sitting at a restaurant waiting for your food, you can hit that QR code, and it will tell you exactly what’s going on in the community.”

Additionally, the events committee is releasing a limited line of Caz Life merchandise including tshirts, sweatshirts, hats, water bottles and bags.

The mission of the Ca-

zenovia chamber is to benefit the local economy and enhance the community’s quality of life by actively serving, representing, and enhancing business growth and success, and by providing programs and activities to improve interaction between local businesses and the Cazenovia area communities. For more information, visit cazenovia.com Submitted photo

The Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce Events Committee recently launched a new website, Cazenovialife. com, and announced a new “Caz life” logo.

Historical society announces basket weaving workshop

The Madison County Historical Society will be offering a basket weaving workshop on Saturday, July 8 from 9 to 1 p.m. where participants will learn basket weaving techniques to create a decorative Berry Basket.

The workshop led by artist, Sara Buss is for beginner basket weavers who are interested in learning the techniques but are not sure where to start and for experienced basket weavers looking for a fun workshop. Artist, Sara Buss will lead participants through the steps and basket weaving techniques from tapering, scarfing, and packing a basket tight to create a decorative (7” x 7” x 8” H) berry basket.

Basket materials provided. Space is limited to 15 participants who must be at least 9 years of age. The workshop will be held at the Madison County Historical Society.

The cost for the workshop is $40 for Madison County Historical Society members and

$45 for nonmembers. Become a member of the Madison County Historical Society to receive the special workshop rate.

To register for the workshop, please contact the Madison County Historical Society at 315-363-4136, history@mchs1900.org, or mchs1900.org Prepackaged, single-serve, light refreshments will be offered.

Buss owner of Buss N’ Stuff has been basket weaving since 2021. She took a few classes and loved making baskets so much that she has been making them ever since. She participates in local craft festivals selling her baskets and offering custom orders. Sara was juried into the 2022 Madison County Craft Festival as a new artisan. We are excited to have Buss returning for the 2023 Madison County Craft Festival which is Sept. 9 and 10 this year.

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Artist sara Buss will be teaching a basket weaving workshop on saturday, July 8 at the Madison County Historical society.

Central Electric opens in New Woodstock

By kATE Hill Staff writer

Experienced electrical contractor Joshua Hebert recently established The Central Electric Co. of CNY in New Woodstock, where he resides.

According to the company’s website, Central Electric offers residential electrical services for everything from remodeling to new construction; panel installation, repairs, and upgrades; and electrical services on a commercial scale.

“I’ll work on anything from small repairs to full rewiring, from residential to small industrial/[agricultural],” said Hebert.

the show. Buss started teaching classes in 2022 and enjoys seeing her students’ creations and the sense of accomplishment when they have finished making their

He added that he can assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing problems with generator and solar systems and with installing electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

“If it’s electrical I may be able to help,” he said. “. . . With over 20 years of experience in the industry, I’ve found that I truly enjoy troubleshooting as well as working on the more challenging projects. I have an extensive background in lighting and lighting control systems, on- and off-grid electrical systems, EV chargers, production facilities (manufacturing), as well as utility integration.”

Hebert grew up in Cazenovia and graduated from Cazenovia

own baskets.

The Madison County Historical Society is a nonprofit organization that operates both a museum and the Mary King Research Library located at 435 Main St. in Oneida.

The society continues to pre-

High School in 2002. He was first exposed to electrical work while helping his family fix up old houses.

“After trying to balance college and an electrical apprenticeship here, I decided that solar was my calling,” he said.

According to Herbert, he took a job with a small solar company in California that quickly grew into a much larger operation that required him to travel throughout the United States full-time.

After 10-plus years working in solar, he decided he wanted to cut back on travel and took a job with a midsize contractor in California’s Sonoma and Napa counties that

serve, collect, promote, and exhibit the history of Madison County and its 15 towns and one city through the development of programs that enhance Madison County’s heritage.

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specialized in wineries and highend residential, small commercial, and industrial projects.

“After two knee surgeries during the pandemic, I decided that family was most important to me and started making the shift to come home,” he said. “I’ve always wanted to start my own business and am incredibly thankful to have

quarters are housed in an 1849 Gothic Revival Villa that is listed on the State and National Registry of Historic Places. Madison County Historical Society’s Heritage Handicrafts: Basket Weaving Workshop is part of a series of

the opportunity to do it for family and friends.”

Hebert’s limited-liability company was filed on May 7, 2023.

To learn more about the business and its services, visit thecentralelectricco.com, call 315-554-1101, or email joshua@ thecentralelectricco.com

leisure arts workshops designed to engage and involves participants in fine arts and crafts activities common in the 19th century, with a focus on making cultural connections to creative pastimes, which are still relevant today.

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May, Joshua Hebert established The Central Electric Co. of Cny in new Woodstock.

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photo by CariSSa Nodzo

Mandy came to the shelter as a stray, and she quickly won the hearts of everyone she meets. s he’s a beautiful shepherd mix who loves to go on walks and have adventures. s he’s a proud member of the doggy playgroup and is the first dog new volunteers take on walks. We think she would make a lovely companion and wonderful addition to almost any family. And those ears! For more information about adoption, call 315-454-4479, email frontdesk1@cnyspca.or g , or visit cnyspca.org.

From the CLA: Boating safety

With warmer weather upon us and the boating season in full swing the Cazenovia Lake Association wants to provide a few safety reminders to those who enjoy Cazenovia Lake and surrounding waterways.

Probably the most important regulation pertains to life jackets or personal floatation devices (PFD’s).

For motorized craft there must be a Coast Guard approved PFD on board for every person.

This regulation also pertains to canoes, rowboats, sailboats, kayaks and paddle boards in which a PFD should be readily accessible.

Anyone under 12 on any of the above watercraft should be wearing their PFD when underway. Jet skis require that all occupants be wearing a PFD at all times.

Other required equipment on motorized boats include: a throwable flotation device, a sound producing device, such as a whistle as the horn on the boat does not meet this requirement, anchor and rope, fire

extinguisher Type B-1, navigation lights and a visual distress signal (day and night devices). Many of us have flares for a night time distress signal but note, they have an expiration time of 42 months. Because they are a fire hazard, they should not go in the general trash. The Manlius Fire Department will take them for free. An alternative to flares is a signal light. They are available on Amazon and similar websites in a kit containing a signal LED light and flag.

For canoes, kayaks, rowboats, sailboats, kayaks and paddle boards there are only two requirements in addition to the PFDs’: a sound producing device, like a whistle, and a light (white light at minimum) if out at night.

Jet skis have slightly different equipment requirements. A sound producing device, engine cut-off switch lanyard, fire extinguisher, daytime distress flag and mirrors. These watercraft should not be used

before or after sunset and as such have no navigation light requirement.

Lastly, a reminder that the law requiring a boating safety course certificate is changing every year, called Brianna’s Law.

As of this summer anyone born on or after January 1983 is required to have and carry this certificate. All Jet ski operators are required now to have and carry a certificate. After Jan. 1, 2025 all operators of motorized vessels regardless of age will be required to have a certificate.

Cazenovia Lake is regularly patrolled by the Madison County Sheriff’s Department and the Cazenovia Police Department. We all want everyone to enjoy this treasured resource but safety and respect for other boaters, residents and the environment is of paramount importance. We encourage involvement and feedback. Please feel free to contact us at any time by e-mail, info@cazlake.org.

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Commencement

As graduation ceremonies and celebra tions begin locally we look at the word commencement, which has two related but also distinct meanings.

According to the American Heritage Dictionary, commencement means a graduation ceremony. But it also refers to the start of something such as a journey.

At this time of year as local high school students take their diplomas and throw their caps in the air, the graduation ceremony is perhaps the most obvious and immediate meaning that will come to mind.

Walking across the stage in cap and gown, taking their diploma is the culmination of years of work, late nights of homework, seemingly endless exams and reports.

Those moments, when they walk down the isle and listen to the speeches from school staff and administration and valedictorian and salutatorian addresses, the moment when they walk across the stage and take their diploma, those are just the first half of the commencement equation.

When they have their diploma in hand and have come off the other side of the stage, that is when the other meaning of commencement truly beings.

This other definition, to start or begin something, has both literal and more metaphorical meanings.

These young adults will be starting many new things in the days, weeks, months and years ahead of them

This day marks the start of an entirely new chapter of their lives.

For some this will take the form of secondary educational opportunities, heading off to college.

For others this may mean the military.

And still for others this may mean entering the workforce.

Whatever the journey may be and wherever it may take these young adults, each will have their own unique experiences and discover new interests, new friends, have new experiences and broaden their horizons in ways they may not have yet anticipated.

This definition of commencement holds incredible potential.

While their paths may be mapped out in a general way, college, work, et cetera, as cliché as it is, the future is unwritten, a blank page, where each will begin to write a new chapter of their own life story.

This can be an overwhelming, but hopefully an exciting prospect.

Whether it is college or the workforce or the military or a gap year or a year taking part in any number of student exchange or civic and volunteer opportunities, this is a time to start something new and a time when these graduates will begin shaping their lives in new ways preparing for careers and everything else their future holds.

But even as they commence, this is also a time to look back.

These ceremonies mark the culmination of not only the work of the students, but also the parents, families, educators and innumerable others that have helped them on their journey and assisted them in preparing for this moment. So as they step into the bigger world, they will be ready for all that lies ahead of them.

This network of support, parents, teachers, the whole community, has proven to be incredibly valuable on their journey to this special day.

For their support, all of these people deserve a moment of praise and recognition for all they have done to help prepare the next generation to lead the way into the future.

And of course congratulations is due to the students and all their hard work, commitment and determination to persevere no matter how challenging circumstances became.

Each of them has accomplished so much. They have faced challenges, sleepless nights, working and toiling to reach this day and we extend our congratulations to each of them and wish them well

Of SMOky AiR AnD MuShROOMS

Cough, cough ….what are they burning up there?

A silly question as the news tells us that these wildfires located in our friendly neighbor-to-the-north are partially a normal part of nature, partially the result of poor forest management, although how one manages huge swaths of native forest is a pretty good question ... and other accidental or not accidental occurrences. The smoky and crunchy drift of wildfire particulates into our neck of the woods being the result of an unusual pattern of air movement.

How many of us remember the TV and print ads telling us “Only You can Prevent Forest Fires?”

Even as a child, watching Smokey the Bear, I wondered how I could prevent forest fires, since there were no forests in Brooklyn. There was a maple tree that grew in front of our house, the only tree on the block, but I didn’t think that counted. I did keep an eye on it, though.

We recently experienced what so many in the western part of our country have experienced - being downwind of wild fires. The difficulty breathing, watery eyes, etc. tells us that being downwind is not a good thing and it gives us some sense of what air pollution is about, however generated. It tells us what happens when we are not applying what we know about forest management, climate change, etc.

Science, as it is designed to do, reevaluates facts and data and has acknowledged that nature needs fire, a reality which native cultures recognized and accommodated as a natural part of life. We have yet to incorporate that knowledge into action. We are not only ignoring science but also pre-scientific knowledge. Cough, cough.

Speaking of nature, it has recently been noted that we humans and mushrooms are fairly close genetically. Actually, the news is that mushrooms have more DNA in common with humans than they do with plants. In the not-too-distant past, when we studied how we divide up life on earth, it was decided that there were two ways of being a living entity: plant or animal. And…mushrooms seemed to resemble plants more than they resembled humans. This is not true anymore. Here comes science again, correcting or, more appropriately, adding to knowledge. Now I am not a botanist or zoologist, but those who are have, with some fairly decent research, divided the living world into more than plants and animals. There are now five “kingdoms:” monera, protista, fungi, plants and animals. (This information was good as of this morning, but who knows, science moves fast.) You will notice that the fungi now have their own kingdom. Why? Probably because they are everywhere. If you think that insects are ubiquitous, fungi have the insects beat by miles and miles of mycelium.

Mushrooms, in whatever form they appear, were once considered plants. They are not. Plants make their own food. Fungi do not. Fungi exist by consuming nutrition from other living and non-living organisms’

From the mycorrhizae that support the life of the largest trees to the tiniest yeast spore, fungi are integral parts of all life on earth. When you eat bread or cheese or dink beer or wine, when you take medicines like penicillin … you are interacting with fungi. Fungi are what

makes that sock that got wet and hid behind the dryer the source of horrible odor. Fungi make the green color under the constantly wet area around the garden hose, or pop up as possible edibles next to the hollyhocks.

Fungi are also the cause of plant diseases. The mint that used to take up a good portion of my garden has been decimated by a fungus. Oh, and byy the way, oregano is a mint.

Fungi are always around, even when they are not sensed. After a particularly damp summer, you can watch mushrooms of all shapes and sizes enthusiastically appear in lawns and woodlands. We can expect to see changes in the appearance of fungi as the climate changes. If you take a bit and read about the structure of fungi, it exists in at least two forms - its socalled roots or main body, which mostly lives out of sunlight., and the fruiting bodies, what we see as mushrooms, which produce spores for reproduction. It’s actually a bit more complicated than that, but that’s about as much as I can vouch for.

Fungi and wildfires are pointed examples of the natural world, parts of the steady state system of life on earth, as are we. How we interact with forest management and fungi affects and is affected by that interaction between them and us for good or ill. A better term would be the interactions among us, since we are all part of the same creation and living planet. While science and fire control and forest management ponder how best to live with the need for fire, I am looking for a few good recipes for mushrooms.

Ann Ferro is a mother, a grandmother and a retired social studies teacher. While still figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, she lives in Marcellus with lots of books, a spouse and a large orange cat.

To wait, and not to wait

Two consecutive nights, two arenas, two home teams claiming the crown in front of raucous home crowds and two instances of underdog teams from South Florida who held no. 8 seeds seeing their unlikely runs end in the fifth game of a

championship series. And while the stories of the Miami Heat and Florida Panthers were both compelling, the teams that beat them were special for very different reasons. Going first was the Denver Nuggets, who fi -

FROM THE MAILBAG

Writer ‘misconstrued’ letter on gun legislation

To the editor:

That was quite a response I got from Mr. Theoharis regarding my published opinion letter about gun legislation. But I was disappointed that he chose not to tell the truth of what I had written. Let me cite some examples.

1. I never claimed that religiously moralistic parenting is the only way to curb violence. Nor did I ever claim the lacking morals of urban minorities. I wrote “Personally, I have always believed gun violence is caused only by evil or misguided people. And these people come about when parents ignore their religious faiths so vital to raising children to be both responsible and caring.

2. I never claimed that legislative regulation is ineffective. I wrote, “So, it roves gun legislation does not adequately address our problems.”

Furthermore, I found it extremely hard to believe his claim the DOJ can prove a “staggering 92.7 percent of crime guns in NYC were bought

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nally ascended to the top of the NBA after half a century spent in professional basketball that dated back to the ABA.

Despite having David Thompson, Dan Issel, Alex English, Dikembe Mutombo and Carmelo Anthony grace the court

legally in other states.” This means it also proves only 7.3 percent of guns were gotten illegally. That makes zero sense to me.

It becomes apparent to me Mr. Theoharis felt he had to misconstrue what I wrote in order to fit his narrative. Because of this, I wonder where he gets his desire for seeking truth regarding the important issues of our country. Mine has always stemmed from my religious belief in our creator and his direction.

I suggest Mr. Theoharis openly tell us where he gets his desire for seeking truth. Is it his religious faith? I am sure opinion readers would be very much interested.

ChARlES MiRuCki

Fayetteville

Community response

To the editor: I am writing in response to Faye’s death and the subsequent community response. Like everyone else, I was horrified. I do not have all the facts about what happened, who was involved and what their intentions were. Even if I did, it is the role

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5,280 feet above sea level, the Nuggets had remained very much a franchise in the shadows, never even reaching the Finals until this year. Contrast that with the

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of the criminal justice system (not mine) to determine those things and administer appropriate consequences, for the sake of the community and the growth and development of all.

The subsequent reports of racist and hateful words, and threats of violence are equally horrifying and have the power to be even more destructive than Faye’s death.For me, this is a matter of faith, not politics. I believe God loves and accepts every person. In turn, I am called to demonstrate God’s love in the world and to work with others to create communities of safety and respect for all the life God has created.

In this shared moment, when we have experienced senseless loss, we have the opportunity to work together providing education, reconciliation, and healing far beyond the implications of this particular incident. Let us dare to take this opportunity and become stronger and closer together.

REv. DR linDA D. EvEn Pastor, United ChUrCh oF Fayetteville

Ramblings from the empty nest Ann Ferro

Years Ago in History

By CinDy BEll TOBEy

45 Years Ago – June 21, 1978

Coronary equipment, paid for by contributions from community residents, has been installed in CAVAC I and CAVAC II, the Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps ambulances. Members of CAVAC have completed a coronary course and are now studying Trauma, involving clinical and practical work with patients and equipment at city hospitals. “We’re proud of the many people who have given themselves to the lengthy requirements of a complete Advanced Emergency Medical Services Course,” Clarence Snow, chairman of Coronary Care, said. “Soon the medics will be state certified, and the community will then be assured of the best pre-hospital coronary care.” Each CAVAC medic will carry a paging unit, coded for several local and surrounding areas. The CAVAC dispatchers will call medics in seconds by pushing three buttons of the automatic pager and transmitting information. Equipment carried in the ambulances transmit a simultaneous electrocardiogram strip to a hospital emergency room so that a physician can evaluate the patient’s coronary activity and prescribe treatment. The crew will carry out the medical instructions immediately.

35 Years Ago – June 22, 1988

The fourth annual Olympics of the Mind competition was held in the Cazenovia middle school library June 7. The students participating were from the Gifted and Talented Education program directed by Marcia Helbig. Three teams of costumed fifth graders guided a blind-folded teammate through an obstacle course using only non-verbal audio signals. The course was designed by sixth grade students who also evaluated the performances. The second portion of the competition tested the creativity of two teams of sixth graders in a spontaneous performance. Judging that event were middle school Principal Paul Darnell, Sydney Regan, and art teacher, and Connie Wilson, a parent.

25 Years Ago – June 24, 1998

The Cazenovia freshman lacrosse team recently ended their inaugural season, the first in the history of Cazenovia High School. Throughout the year the Cazenovia community showed fantastic support with over 150 people in the stands and lining Fenner’s Field, numbers unheard of even at most varsity games at established high school programs. Assistant coach Mark Evans was also an integral part of the Cazenovia success. Evans gave up his post as the varsity tennis program’s head coach to help guide this year’s Laker’s. The team was comprised of 29 young men who showed a desire to compete and learn the fundamentals of the game. Many of the players who participated on the squad scored their first goal or assist in scholastic competition, they also learned to use their left and right hands skillfully by years end.

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Years Ago – June 18, 2008

The Cazenovia Town Board met at the Gothic Building on Tuesday, June 9. The board voted to adopt the resolution on the comprehensive plan. “On Monday we received a very positive review of the comprehensive plan from Madison County Planning Department,” said Liz Moran, Cazenovia Town Supervisor. “They applauded the cooperative effort of the village and town to work together on the plan and agree that it is a step in the right direction to help resolve any land use and development issues.” Moran said that the body was required to do a “hard look” at the State Environmental Quality Review process prior to the vote. The board took several aspects into account, going through individual anticipated impacts of the resolution. “We don’t want commercial business in residential homes unless the residential homes fall within a commercial overlay district,” said councilor Sparky Christakos. “Adoption of the comprehensive plan is the culmination of almost two years of sustained effort by many dedicated community volunteers and elected officials,” Moran said.

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Vegas Golden Knights, only in existence for six years, yet already atop the National Hockey League and proudly parading the Stanley Cup down the Strip.

One team was very patient. The other was not. Yet both achieved ultimate glory.

Denver had quietly built a contender for years around the unique talents of two-time MVP Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, but injuries and ill fortune meant frustration in the playoffs.

Instead of chasing superstar free agents, though, the Nuggets

Cornell in the community: Tips from the 4-H office, County Fair edition

SuBMiTTED By TESS SOuThERn 4-h edUCator –Madison CoUnty

Most 4-H Educators will tell you that county fair is not just about cotton candy, corn dogs and rides, but more about the experiences that 4-H youth exhibitors have while they participate at fair. This year the Madison County Fair begins on Thursday, July 6 and runs through Sunday, July 9 in Brookfield at the fairgrounds.

As always, you will find 4-H youth with animals in the barn and show ring or find their projects on display in the Larkin Building. As we descend upon fair season, we want to remind our 4-H families and the local community about a few things…

Focus on the experience

4-H families spend countless hours preparing for fair. From practicing with animals to creating projects, finalizing paperwork and so much more, youth and their families are prepping and planning months in advance. Youth are focusing on the experience and opportunities! 4-H is about having fun, learning, exploring, and discovering. In 4-H, young people make new friends, develop new skills, become leaders, and help shape their communities.

4-H members should remember that this is a good time to learn and grow, try not to be too hard on yourselves.

Community members can help by asking questions about the process and supporting youth by watching shows, looking at projects which are on display, or by volunteering with 4-H.

Lead by example

Good sportsmanship and a positive attitude go a long way in the show ring and at the judges table during county fair. This goes for

everyone – 4-H members, leaders, educators, and judges. Remember that the public is looking to us as experts in our fields, so even through the stresses of the week, take time to show everyone why being a 4-H’er and attending county fair is so great.

4-H members should remember that everyone who has a project at the fair has worked hard to be there, if you disagree with the outcome, turn it into a learning opportunity. Ask the judge what areas you could improve upon for the next year and end your conversation with a hearty “thank you” and a handshake. Community members can help by cheering on youth in times of struggle and success. Fair week is just a few days but those memories will last a lifetime.

Take time to reflect… and join in the fun! 4-H members - Sit back and reflect upon your time spent at fair. Maybe ask yourself some questions: What went well? How can you improve for next year? What additional opportunities would you like to experience through the year to prepare for the following

year? All of these will help you grow as a 4-H’er. Do not forget to take time to have fun too. Ride a few rides, eat some fair foods, and learn a new card game with your friends in the show barn.

Community members –Take time to reflect on all you witnessed at fair. Think about the dedication you saw by 4-H members who were caring for their animals each day. The creativity and skill that you were able to see as you looked through all of the projects in the 4-H building. Maybe consider how your own skills and talents can be used through 4-H as a volunteer, or maybe just encourage others to join 4-H or volunteer.

Did you know that 4-H members are two times more likely to make healthier choices and four times more likely to give back to their communities? Participating at county fair is just a small part of the way youth can interact with 4-H in NYS. Contact Madison County Cornell Cooperative Extension with questions about how to join or volunteer and we look forward to seeing each of you at the county and state fairs this summer.

years.

kept its core together, including coach Michael Malone, and added some key pieces to put together the best record in the Western Conference and a dominant 2023 postseason run.

No one took more than two games from the Nuggets, who swept the Lakers in the conference finals and needed just five to put away the Heat.

What’s more, while it was true that Jokic (with his 30-20-10 triple doubles) and Murray (just as potent) were the main threats, every single player hustled, played defense and did small and big things along the way.

It was rare to find anyone who had a bad thing

to say about the Nuggets at the end. They were that good.

The same could be said of the Golden Knights, who inaugurated major professional sports in a city the top leagues had avoided for decades given the central role of gambling and casinos in the Vegas ecosystem.

But then Vegas reached the finals in its inaugural 2017-18 season and, by doing so, showed that Sin City could multitask and get away from the card tables for some other action besides prizefights. Soon the Raiders showed up from Oakland, and the A’s are about to do the same.

Yeah, it helped that Vegas had a far better

collection of talent to choose from than previous NHL expansion teams, but that wouldn’t matter much unless management was sound and the front office was willing to (sorry) gamble.

Vegas wasn’t afraid to part with mainstays like Marc-Andre Fleury and switch coaches, hiring Bruce Cassidy after the Boston Bruins let him go, and was equally bold in grabbing disgruntled Jack Eichel from Buffalo and making him love hockey again.

Then, after missing the playoffs in 2022, Vegas put it all together this season, content to let others (like the Bruins and Oilers) face the pressure and, utilizing all of

its depth, wore down and overwhelmed everyone come playoff time.

Vegas loved every second of it, especially the evening the Cup was clinched.

For all the noise inside the arena, there were tens of thousands more outside, getting louder and louder as each of the nine goals scored brought Vegas closer to Lord Stanley’s silver.

In those moments, it was difficult to gin up the sort of bitterness and jealousy such a quick ascent by a franchise could evoke, though I’m sure fans in Buffalo (to name one place) would wish that they could have something similar after waiting more than 50

Every night is one to party in Las Vegas, but perhaps only the 1990 NCAA basketball title won by UNLV ever compared to this one where the home folks, and not the tourists, brought the revelry.

Whether the Denver Nuggets or Vegas Golden Knights get to the top again, their fans will look back to the same time in mid-June 2023 when what they once imagined, for years or for decades, turned into sweet reality.

Phil Blackwell is sports editor at Eagle News. He can be reached at pblackwell@ eaglenewsonline.com.

sUbMitted Photo Cornell Cooperative Extension encourages everyone to enjoy the county fair.

Spiritual Experiences

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Local scouts earn Eagle rank

Cazenovia students selected for Interlochen Art Camp

Maeve Kelly, 15 and Ilsa Denton, 16 of Cazenovia will attend Interlochen Arts Camp, the nation’s premier multidisciplinary summer arts program for aspiring artists in grades 3-12, this summer.

Kelly, the daughter of Meghan and Tom Kelly and Denton, the daughter of Amanda and Kris Denton will attend the Musical Theatre Showcase as High School Theatre Majors at Interlochen.

Kelly and Denton, rising juniors at Cazenovia High School, have been active in local community and professional theatre companies for several years as well as the fine arts department within the district.

Artistic students ages 8-18 from around the world convene at Interlochen to expand their capacity in music, theatre, dance, creative writing, visual arts, and film. Through daily classes, enriching electives, and frequent performances, Interlochen students explore the full breadth of the arts, pursue creative breakthroughs, and forge lifelong cross-cultural friendships. Immersed in a multidisciplinary artistic environment, young creatives find reflection, rejuvenation, and inspiration on Interlochen’s pristine 1,200-acre wooded campus. “We are excited to celebrate the start of the 96th season of Interlochen Arts Camp,” said Trey Devey, president of Interlochen Center for the Arts. “It is thrilling to witness the remarkable growth that takes place at Interlochen as students discover their potential and take their talent to the next level.”

The Leatherstocking Council of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is proud to celebrate the 45 Scouts who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in 2022. This achievement is not only a testament to their hard work and dedication but also a significant milestone in their lives and the impact each has on our community.

The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest rank that can be achieved in the Boy Scouts of America organization and requires years of commitment, hard work, and community service. It is a rare accom -

plishment, with only 5% of Scouts achieving this distinction nationally. These new Eagle Scouts proudly represent troops from Schoharie, Delaware, Otsego, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties.

The impact of becoming an Eagle Scout extends beyond personal achievement. These young men have demonstrated leadership, character, and service to the community through their Eagle Scout projects. The projects completed by these Scouts, totaling over 8,500 hours, or an average of 189 hours each, have made a signif -

icant impact on the local community. These Scout’s represent 45 individual projects that ranged from nature trail signage in Holland Patent; to fire hydrant restoration in Sidney; to church restroom renovations in Munnsville; to building a high school batting cage in Cobleskill – just to name a few! Their contributions have made a positive difference in the lives of those around them and have left a legacy for future generations to enjoy.

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With a global alumni base that includes creative leaders in the arts and many other fields, Interlochen Arts Camp has been at the forefront of arts education for nearly a century. The Camp’s distinguished alumni include Norah Jones, Josh Groban, Rufus Wainwright, Martha Graham Dance Company Artistic Director Janet Eilber, painter Laura Owens, New York Times theatre critic Jesse Green, Google co-founder Larry Page, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver, Olympic ice dancer Naomi Lang, Strong, actor Anthony Rapp, cartoonist Cathy Guisewite, and many more. Approximately 17 percent of the nation’s professional orchestra musicians have roots at Interlochen and the alumni community has been awarded nearly 100 Grammy Awards.

In addition to hundreds of performances, presentations, and readings by young artists, Interlochen brings leading artists to its northern Michigan campus each summer. Recent Interlochen Arts Festival guests have included Joshua Bell, Diana Ross, Wynton Marsalis, Yo-Yo Ma, Lady Antebellum, Harry Connick Jr., and many more.

To learn more visit camp.interlochen.org. Follow Interlochen Center for the Arts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube at @interlochenarts.

local scouts recently earned the rank of Eagle scout.

OBITUARIES

lawrence B. schoch, 64 engineer, skilled craftsman

Lawrence B. “Larry” Schoch, 64, of Cazenovia and Rotonda West, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at his cottage on Lake Ontario in Carlton, N.Y., surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 26, 1958, in Syracuse, the son of Brewster A. and Marilyn (Miller) Schoch. Larry was a 1976 graduate of Baldwinsville High School. In 1978, he graduated from SUNY Morrisville College receiving his associate’s degree. Larry continued his education, earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in environmental science and Master of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems Degree from SUNY ESF and Syracuse University.

In 2015, Larry retired as an engineering program manager, Seawolf – NonPropulsion Electronics, at Lockheed Martin after more than 25 years. While at Lockheed Martin, he was a member of the company’s downhill ski team, racing on Wednesday nights at Toggenburg Mountain. For decades, Larry and Carol owned and operated the Beaver River Hotel in the Adirondack Mountains and rental properties in Rome.

Larry was a man of many talents and interests. He was a skilled craftsman and was an engineer in every sense of the word, always with a “design in his mind.” Larry had the ability to refur

bish homes, rebuild motors, design so

lar/ inverter systems, refinish furniture and analyze the schematics of electrical appliances. A labor of love, Larry designed and built their camps in the Adirondacks; he incorporated Adirondack architectural features throughout, from the smallest details, including handcrafted picture and mirror frames, to Native logs for porch framing, and even the chainsaw wood-carved bear in the yard. With his woodworking ability and creative mind, Larry enjoyed making special, personalized gifts for the family - gifts that were once appreciated are now cherished.

A longstanding member of the Adirondack Railway Preservation Society, since 2001, Larry has maintained his NORAC certification authorizing him to operate hi-rail vehicles on the railroad. An avid sportsman, he is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. Larry attended both the Cazenovia First Presbyterian Church and, during the winter months, the Fellowship Church in Englewood, FL.

Larry and Carol had a wonderful life together of nearly 40 years. Within eight years, they relocated six times in three different states, with children in tow. While Carol stayed home raising their children, Larry took care of everything else. They were a team. With Carol at his side, Larry lived life to the fullest. Recreation was a priority. Friendships were important, and friends were many. The fun and good times shared with friends cannot be overstated. He loved fishing and hours were spent on the water, whether in New York or Florida. Larry didn’t discriminate in his choice of boats. He could be found in the captain seat of his pontoon boat, standing at the helm of a center console Florida boat, bombing around in a fishing boat or paddling a canoe. Their marriage was the proverbial “once in a lifetime,” that few are lucky enough to experience.

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requirements in only two years.

“During my first year, I took a writing course and participated in a mock trial through the program, [but] most of my coursework was STEM-based,” said Buyea.

Last month, she graduated with a bachelor of science in biochemistry and molecular biology and a minor in mathematics.

“I am extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to attend college and to be involved in so many different experiences,” Buyea said. “Every experience I’ve had has been incredibly exciting to me and I’ve always done my best to make the most of

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achievement for these Scouts but it is a rare accomplishment that has proven over the years to have a profound impact on their future.

Being an Eagle Scout is an honor that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

Their relationship was an example of love, respect and commitment. Music was central to their life; you never knew when you might find them dancing in the kitchen or on the boat. Together, they enjoyed time spent at their camp in the Adirondacks, their Florida home, their cottage on Lake Ontario and at their family home in Cazenovia. As long as Carol was by Larry’s side, he was at home.

Larry’s involvement with Nadine, Steve and his grandchildren was exceptional. A constant in their lives, besides teaching them how to do things and spending vacation time together, Larry could be found with a grandchild on his lap driving a boat or a skid-steer, snowmobiling, bouncing on a trampoline, downhill skiing, ice fishing, swimming under the pontoon boat or being pulled on a tube, being launched off his shoulders into the water, flying a kite or engaged in a competitive game of washer board. He was Dad and Papa, and he was loved immensely.

Surviving besides his loving wife, Carol, and his mother, Marilyn, of Pittsburgh, PA; are two children, Nadine (Nate) Bell, of Cazenovia, and Steven Smith, of Cazenovia; three cherished grandchildren, Connor Bell, Leah Bell and Charlotte Smith; three siblings, Stephen (Jamie) Schoch, of Portland, OR, Russell Schoch, of Lynchburg, VA, and Laura Schoch (Robert Cambest), of Pittsburgh, PA; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and very dear friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Cazenovia First Presbyterian Church. Interment will take place in Evergreen Cemetery, Cazenovia. Family and friends are invited and may call on Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday, June 23, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Michael E. Brown Funeral Services, 2333 Fenner Road, Cazenovia. Memorial contributions may be made in Larry’s memory to the Larry Schoch Environmental Education Scholarship Fund, c/o Nadine Bell at Costello, Cooney, & Fearon, PLLC, 211 W. Jefferson St., Syracuse, NY 13202. This scholarship will be given out yearly to a graduating senior from Cazenovia High School who intends to study environmental science. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ironside Funeral Home, Inc., 342 Main St., Oneida. You may view the obituary and send a message of condolence online at www.ironsidefuneralhome.co m

every opportunity.”

As of June 9, Buyea was not planning to attend Albany Law School but was instead planning to take a break from school to work and gain experience before deciding on her next steps.

“My interest in law stems from my research experiences, and I still plan to pursue it in the future,” she said. “Law is something that evolves as our society innovates, and the considerations and conversations had in this field are especially important to science that affects people’s lives. Seeing the intersection between law and science is interesting to me as I strive to be ethical and well-rounded in everything I do. I was originally drawn to science because of the potential it held to improve people’s lives, and I think

Moreover, as our Eagle Scout Alumni have proven, their Eagle Scout rank will serve as a valuable asset on their resumes and college applications. It is a reflection of their character, leadership abilities, and a commitment to service that will set them apart from others.

The Leatherstocking Council congratulates the 45 Scouts listed below on

Betty liebl, 91 Prolific knitter

Betty Liebl, 91, of Crouse Community Center, formerly of Nelson, died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of Thursday, June 15, 2023.

She was born in Würzburg, Germany, on April 11, 1932, and immigrated to the United States aboard the S.S. United States in 1954.

She met her husband of 40 years, Fred Liebl, in 1955 and they were married the following year.

They made their home in Nelson where she lived for over 58 years. She was a prolific knitter in the European style, and provided countless hats, mittens, socks and sweaters to children and adults alike.

Betty is survived by her siblings, Heinz (Lisbeth) Dengel, Rita Melchior, Anni Weppert, Reiner (Anita) Dengel; her sister-in-law, Hildegard Dengel; her daughters Rose (Michael) Werner and Heidi (Duane) Harding; her grandchildren Katie, Kenzie, David, and Randi; great grandchildren David, Lily and Penny. She is predeceased by her husband Fred Liebl.

The family is forever grateful to all

Ann Marie kubiniec, 85 a vid reader, active in her community

Ann Marie Kubiniec (née O’Grady) passed peacefully on June 9, 2023, at the age of 85, in Danvers, MA. Ann was born on Feb. 12, 1938, in St Louis, MO, to Austin and Doris (Prentice) O’Grady.

Ann was raised in Cuba, N.Y., where she was active in her church, participating in the children’s choir and winning many talent shows with her brother Tom.

She excelled in school, graduating as salutatorian of Cuba High School Class of 1956.

She pursued higher education at the University of Buffalo, where she studied English and literature.

Ann was a lifelong learner, an avid reader and never missed solving the NY Times crossword puzzle. She played piano throughout her life and was especially fond of the duets she would play with her dear friend Mary Ann.

She was an accomplished gourmet cook and took great pride in feeding her family and introducing them to new flavors. She and her beloved husband, Conrad, shared a passion for traveling. Favorite destinations included Tuscany, London, and St. Petersburg. Ann made many friends during her travels, and she maintained contact with them throughout her life.

She was a devoted fan of the Royal Family, and she never missed a 5 a.m. viewing of their coronations, weddings and Jubilees. Her family suspects she was distantly related.

Ann was an active member of her community, and she served two terms on the Batavia Board of Education.

She spearheaded the Block Parent program, which helped ensure the safety of children in the community. She was also a successful real estate agent for many years.

She happily volunteered as a room mother in her children’s classrooms,

bioethics is a major part of that.”

Beyond her studies, Buyea volunteers as an ophthalmic technician with a glaucoma practice in Albany and as a teaching assistant at Newmeadow Inc., an integrated preschool specializing in teaching children with autism and other special needs.

She is also a certified rape crisis counselor with the Albany County Crime Victim and Sexual Violence Center, where she volunteers on the hotline and as an advocate during emergency room visits.

“I first heard about this organization and its mission during an event at UAlbany and decided I wanted to contribute in any way I could,” Buyea said. “It means a lot to me to be able to provide some support to those in my community who often reach out to the hotline. The center provides

their remarkable accomplishment and the positive impact they have made on our community. We are confident that these young men will continue to be leaders and will make a positive difference in the world.

Leatherstocking Council Eagle Scouts Class of 2022 from Cazenovia include the following: Joseph Diana,

the caring staff of Crouse Community Center and her circle of friends who enabled her to remain at her home as long as possible.

If you wish, a donation in Betty’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

Funeral services will be announced at a later date. Condolences for Betty’s family may be left at michaelebrownfuneralservices.com.

delivered Meals on Wheels and volunteered to cook at the Genesee Memorial Hospital snack bar where she was known for making delicious egg and olive sandwiches.

Ann also participated in many Rotary shows and assisted backstage.

Ann is survived by her sons Michael (Sharon) Kubiniec, of Batavia, N.Y., Thomas (Juliet) Kubiniec of Cazenovia and daughter Katherine “Kam” (Kenneth) Dunn of Danvers, MA. She was grandmother to Austin, Robert and Thomas Kubiniec, Colton, Hailey, and Charles Kubiniec, Madelyn, Kenneth and Garrett Dunn. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Roseanna O’Grady, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Conrad J. Kubiniec, her father, Austin Carroll O’Grady, her mother, Doris Prentice O’Grady, and her brother, Austin Thomas O’Grady.

Per her wishes, no formal services will be held at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Richmond Memorial Library in Batavia, NY, the Cazenovia Public Library in Cazenovia, NY, or the St, John’s County Public Library in St. Augustine, FL.

counseling, advocacy, and legal support among other things to victims of sexual and domestic violence [and] other crimes, and to those close to victims who are also affected.”

Buyea attributes her drive inside and outside the classroom to her family, which she said has always supported and encouraged her to follow her interests.

“Olivia, even as a little girl, was always interested in learning,” said her father, Earl Buyea Jr. “But unlike most who ask questions, she was never content with a simple answer. Nor was she one to repeat that information without seeking the truth for herself. I think that is what helped her complete her studies ahead of schedule. She was always driven by her schedule, not others.”

Cazenovia and William Shamblen, Cazenovia.

The Leatherstocking Council, BSA ( leatherstockingcouncil.or g ) provides character development programs and leadership skills training to approximately 3,000 Scouting families across Delaware, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Otsego, Schoharie, and parts of Lewis and Hamilton counties.

Betty liebl

Ann Marie kubiniec

lawrence B. schoch