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Life in the Finger Lakes Volume 24, Number 4 • July/August 2024

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Creating a Modern Lakeside Farmhouse Modern meets casual in this spacious, but cozy cottage lake home Q & A with Pete Heintzelman photos by Don Cochrane

50-Mile Garage Sale Gearing up for New York State’s longest garage sale story and photos by Derek Doeffinger, photo contributions by Gary Whelpley

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Finger Lakes Rail Riders

Owego Donut and Beer

Riding the rails is a fun and unique way to appreciate the beauty of the landscape

Unexpectedly creative flavor combinations of food and drink make this charming new eatery a hit

story and photos by Bill Banaszewski and Michele Howland Banaszewski

story and photos by Cindy Ruggieri

Front Cover: “Oneida Oaks Sunset.” The Oneida Lot on Nations Road, Geneseo, aren’t just giants. They’re also incredibly old. Based on ring counts of nearby trees that have already fallen, many of the trees in this area are estimated to be 250 or even 300 years old.

Photo by Larry Tetamore / Tetamore Photographic. Oneida Oaks information credited to Explore Genesee Valley

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Food Grandma’s Recipes

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Off the Easel The Well Lived Life of Steel Sculptor Cornelius Lyon

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Lifestyle Effortless Ways to Enjoy and Stay Safe Outdoors

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Musical Notes The Sideways, Moving Forward

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Making a Difference Landfills, Denny’s and Deconstruction: The Movement Towards a Circular Economy

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o you ever think about planning out your weekends for the summer and fall and wonder what there is to do? I’m in the middle of that decisionmaking right now, and as I work on putting together the July/August 2024 edition of Life in the Finger Lakes magazine, I am inundated with “to do” ideas within the pages of not only this issue, but magazine issues from years past.

The team at the publishing office likes to think that many of the stories that we present can be timeless, and these issues can serve as reference for the Finger Lakes for years to come. Some businesses can come and go we realize, but there are many that stick around. And that’s not even including all the sights to see that never go away.

Last summer I had the opportunity to go on an adventure – visiting Finger Lakes Rail Riders in Penn Yan (page 58). The idea is to sit on a rail car that you power through pedals, like riding a large 4-wheel bicycle down the tracks. There’s even a braking system in case you get a little too enthusiastic with the speed, because you don’t want to continuously bump into the person in front of you!

It was a wonderful way to experience the summer landscape in the Penn Yan area. There was a group of us that witnessed various kinds of wildlife, flowers, Mennonite buggies going down the roads, blue skies and fresh air. I highly recommend this for anyone with even a slightly adventurous spirit. And if you’re pedal power isn’t what it used to be, have no fear. Your partner sitting on the seat beside you can certainly help propel the both of you along the way.

Most people don’t necessarily think of garage sales as an all-day event, but that’s not true with the Route 90 garage sale in the eastern part of the Finger Lakes Region (page 38). The 50-mile stretch from Montezuma to Homer has many places to stop and search for special and unique treasures. This year the sale happens on July 27 and 28. Come prepared with space in your vehicle to haul away all the items that you can’t pass by without buying.

“Donuts ... is there anything they can’t do?” This quote by Homer Simpson has never been more true when you combine the power of the sugared treat with craft beer (page 64). Owego Donut and Beer is one happy place for lovers of both items that can rank high on the food pyramid. This sounds like a fun place to stop by and take care of two different cravings, plus you can pour your own beer from their beer wall, sampling many different brews. And their various kinds of donuts can keep you on a sugar high for hours to come. It doesn’t get much better than that.

In order to burn off all those extra calories, we have a story that will help you prepare for exploring the great outdoors. The Saunders Finger Lakes Museum (page 34) has several ideas for how to safely enjoy your time outside – from protecting yourself from ticks to blocking those harmful rays from the sun.

Most of you are probably better planners than me for what you’re doing for the summer and already have everything mapped out. But for those procrastinators out there, and I can be one of them, keep an open mind on different things to do during the warm and lovely summer months.

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Remembering Laurel Wemett

There’s nothing like the game of baseball

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was shocked when I opened the latest issue of Life in the Finger Lakes (May/June 2024) today and saw your article about Laurel passing on. Laurel was a joy to work with and her articles about our two children’s books were wonderfully comprehensive and accurate and sensitively done. I will try to express my sympathy and gratitude for Laurel to her siblings and family, perhaps through the funeral home web site. I know you have worked with Laurel for years, so I send my sympathies to you as well.

All good wishes to you in your ongoing work to celebrate the people and activities of our area.

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want to thank you for the lovely remembrance and photo of my friend, Laurel Wemett, published in the May/June 2024 issue of Life in the Finger Lakes. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.

— Carla DeMeco

hat a terrific piece by Kirk House, and a real standout too, thanks to the wonderful pictures and inset information on every great snapshot - enjoyed ‘em all! (“Old Ball Game,” May/June 2024 issue) My broadcast job here in San Luis Obispo, CA on KXTK and KKJL Radio involves sales and advertising on both San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers games, so baseball means a lot to me, personally and professionally.

But House’s beautifully rendered featurette in this month’s Life In The Finger Lakes magazine really captured the rural heart of this wonderful game, and the pictured players on those old lake country teams never looked tougher!

Thanks, Kirk. You hit for the cycle with your Old Ball Game!

— John Winthrop, Cayucos, CA

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happenings Experience the Vibrant Pulse of Creativity at Cortland Arts Off Main Festival 2024!

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ark your calendars for August 3 as Cortland’s Downtown Court Street transforms into a hub of artistic wonder from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Cortland Arts Off Main Festival invites one and all to immerse themselves in a day brimming with creativity, community and celebration. As the heart of Cortland comes alive, Court Street from Main Street to Church Street will be abuzz with a tapestry of artistic delights, promising an unforgettable experience for everyone.

With more than 40 talented artists and artisans showcasing their masterpieces, prepare to be enchanted by an array of captivating creations. From paintings to sculptures, stained glass to pottery, photographs to jewelry and beyond, discover the perfect piece to adorn your home or surprise a loved one with a unique gift. Dive into the world of craftsmanship with free workshops, where you can unleash your creativity and craft your own treasures under the guidance of local artisans.

For the young and young at heart, the festival offers a plethora of free and engaging art activities. From hands-on workshops to take-and-make kits, the Children’s Art tent will spark imagination and joy in every participant.

Meanwhile, adults can indulge in creating garden sculptures, wool felting, ceramic tile painting and more, igniting their passion for the arts and uncovering hidden talents.

As the day unfolds, the festival stage will come alive with the soul-stirring melodies of local performers, adding a rhythmic backdrop to your exploration.

Take a moment to savor the atmosphere at Cortland Beer Company’s wine garden, where you can sip on fine wines and craft beverages while relishing the festivities under a covered seating area. And when hunger strikes, indulge in delectable delights from downtown restaurants, with free, convenient takeout service ensuring you never miss a moment of the action.

The Cortland Farmers Market will also be there with fresh produce and baked goods. Beyond the festival grounds, Cortland’s downtown beckons with a wealth of attractions and amenities awaiting discovery. Whether you’re drawn to charming boutiques, cozy cafes or historic landmarks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

For the festivities schedule, registering for free workshops, more information and to plan your visit, head to cortlandartsconnect.org and join us as we come together to celebrate creativity, community, and connection at the Cortland Arts Off Main Festival 2024!

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EVENTS Contact event for details JULY July 13...Ukrainian Summer Kitchen Benefit Immerse yourself in traditional Ukrainian culture. The traditional Ukrainian summer kitchen was used in hotter weather months to reduce the temperature in indoor buildings, was a gathering place for families and was an area that sustained and preserved foods from the garden to utilize in colder months. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $45 per person.

Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, 9749 Middle Road, Hammondsport, NY 14840 drfrankwines.com/ukraine 800-320-0735 Bombino will be part of the lineup at Grassroots.

Photo by Ron Wyman

July 18-21...Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance The GrassRoots Festival, or simply GrassRoots, draws nearly 20,000 visitors throughout the course of four days. GrassRoots presents more than 70 musicians, bands and dance troupes on four simultaneously running stages continually throughout the long weekend. Genres represented among the musicians include bluegrass, Cajun, zydeco, African, reggae, country, Americana, Native American music, old-time music, Irish music, jam band, rock and roll, hip hop, Conjunto, rockabilly and more. Cost varies depending on the day or type of ticket you purchase. All tickets are non-refundable. Family-friendly.

Trumansburg Fairgrounds, 2150 Trumansburg Rd, Trumansburg, NY 14886 grassrootsfest.org 607-387-5098 July 26-28...Finger Lakes Wine Fest at Watkins Glen International Join us during the Finger Lakes Wine Festival presented by Cayuga Health for STEELN’ PEACHES! The festival features 80 NY State wineries paired with regional artisans, live music, culinary classes and cooking demos. The concert will be held July 27, 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $20 includes concert and parking. An admission ticket is required.

2790 County Route 16, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 flwinefest.com July 19-Aug 4...Endless Mountain Music Festival The mission of the Endless Mountain Music Festival is to bring world-renowned musicians to our community of northern Pennsylvania and southern New York to

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enrich the cultural, economic and educational life of the Twin Tiers Region. Our 2024 Endless Mountain Music Festival program schedule is LIVE. There’s a fantastic line-up of music and guest artists in store for this summer and some great concerts that you won’t want to miss. Check out the program and buy tickets or season passes today. Costs vary. Student tickets are free for every concert.

Wellsboro, Mansfield, PA and Corning, NY endless mountain.net 570-787-7800 July 20...Hand Built Pottery Charcuterie Board Workshop with The heART Studio at Hunt Country Vineyards Wow your friends with your very own handmade pottery charcuterie board using clay and items from nature. Walk Hunt Country’s scenic vineyards to collect natural fauna or treasures to press into your creation.

This “make-it-take-it” workshop is designed for all skill levels. Artist Beth Conway of The heART Studio will take you through the creative process, and share her skills. Get creative, play with clay, and sip some wine!

Projects will need to be kiln fired off premise. Complete works will be returned to Hunt Country on August 17, 2024. 1 to 3 p.m. $100 per participant: Includes

instruction, all materials and one glass of Hunt Country wine. Registration required.

Hunt Country Vineyards, 4021 Italy Hill Road, Branchport, NY 14418 huntwines.com/Events/Workshops

AUGUST August 3...8th Annual Paddle Keuka 5K What’s refreshing as a slice of pineapple on a hot day?

The Paddle in Paradise Paddle Keuka 5K! This year’s tropical-themed event is perfect for kayaks (both recreational and competitive), canoes and paddle boards. Tickets are available for single and double kayaks, single and double canoes, SUPs. Don’t have your own gear? Race tickets including equipment use are also available. Interested in sponsoring the Paddle Keuka 5K? Contact Program Director, Debbie Lyon at dlyon@fingerlakesmuseum.org for more details. A day filled with fun for the family. 8 to 11 a.m. Tickets: $35–$85.

Saunders Finger Lakes Museum, 3369 Guyanoga Road, Branchport, NY 14418 fingerlakesmuseum.org 315-595-2200

August 3...BrewFest 2024 Quench your thirst for a good time. BrewFest 2024 brings together craft beer lovers, live music fans and a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience at Lincoln Hill Farms. Set on our idyllic property in the Finger Lakes countryside of Canandaigua, BrewFest 2024 includes sampling from premier breweries and beers from the Finger Lakes and beyond— along with good tunes, good vibes, amazing views and, of course, a great time.

You won’t want to miss it. 4 to 9 p.m. sampling event.

Live Music. Music times are subject to change.

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BED AND BREAKFAST We invite you to stay with us here in Naples, situated in the heart of the Finger Lakes Wine Trail.

Here you will enjoy warm hospitality, a scrumptious breakfast, and all the amenities of home and then some. Naples is a charming village in the scenic valley at the south end of Canandaigua Lake in the Finger Lakes regions of New York. Another World Bed & Breakfast is located just 2 miles “up the hill” from the center of the village, yet still close to everything. Surrounded by nature and magnificent mountain views you can experience the most relaxing and quiet get-away.

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August 3-5... 52nd Annual Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend For the past 52 years, Phelps has held a Sauerkraut Festival to commemorate the time when Phelps was the sauerkraut capital of the world. The festival features everything sauerkraut (and cabbage). food, contests, arts and crafts, rides and more. The Sauerkraut Festival was featured on the Food Network.

Each year we crown the Sauerkraut Festival King and Queen and let them cut the sauerkraut cake.

Admission is free to the festival grounds and many of the activities around the village.

Fireman’s Field, 67 Ontario Street, Phelps NY 14532 phelpsny.com/sauerkraut-weekend

August 7-10...Tioga County Fair The Tioga County Fair features new and exciting events and upgrades, plus all of your favorite shows and concessions. Just as in so many years before, we will welcome the Gillette Family Midway to the fair. Their rides and concessions are top-notch in the Carnival business! Cost: $10 Tioga County Fairgrounds, 50 West Main Street , Owego, NY 13827 tiogacofair.com August 10...Victor Music & Food Festival Found in the heart of the Finger Lakes, the Village of Victor is hosting the 3rd Annual Victor Music & Food Festival in downtown Victor (Mead Square). Bring your friends, a camp chair, (NO BYOB...plenty of drinks are available for purchase) and be ready for a great time in the heart of Victor! Parking can be found at Firemen’s Field (Maple Street just south of Adams Street), all municipal lots and Main Street. Presenting Sponsor, Howard Hanna Victor, is proud to bring this FREE event to the Finger Lakes. Music, food, beer, and of course, fireworks! 4 to 10 p.m. Cost: Free 39 West Main Street, Victor, New York 14564 victormusicfoodfestival.com 585-698-9643

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happenings Unleash Your Creativity at the Folk Art Guild’s Craft Weekend 2024

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he artisans at the Rochester Folk Art Guild at East Hill Farm in Middlesex, are delighted to announce the return of our highly anticipated Craft Weekend, taking place this year from August 8 through 11. This immersive experience offers students of all skill levels the opportunity to explore their artistic potential under the guidance of expert instructors. Registration and course descriptions are at folkartguild.org.

Event Details Activities: Select a craft of your choice – pottery, woodturning, eco-printing, photography and the art of seeing, writing for reflection and transformation, or wildcrafted basketry – and receive indepth instruction from master instructors.

Who Should Attend: Craft Weekend is perfect for friends, couples, parents and teenagers* looking for a creative getaway. (*Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)

Lodging: Indoor accommodations on site are available on a first-come first-served basis. Camping and commuter packages are described at folkartguild.org.

A Diverse Range of Crafts Pottery: Master the art of wheel throwing and hand-building techniques with knowledgeable instructors in the alwayspopular “Listening to the Clay” workshop.

Eco-Printing: Learn to use natural dyes from home-grown garden plants to print on gorgeous fabrics. This is magic!

Wildcrafted Basketry: Create a woven basket from a sense of place. Identify useful plants and gather materials in the wild.

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Photography and the Art of Seeing: Harness the technology of the smartphone to embark on a transformative journey.

Awaken your perception, powers of observation and imagination. See the world with fresh eyes.

Learn to Turn: Whether a beginner or advanced woodturner, these hours at the lathe (and the experienced instructors) provide the creative encouragement to explore green wood vessels and make useful kitchen implements.

Writing for Reflection and Transformation: Two skilled guides lead this course “Making Meaning and Minding the Mystery.” The aim is to use writing as a creative instrument for connecting the often mysterious strands of our inner and outer worlds and as a tool to make our self-discoveries more legible.

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“I was on a southwest flight out of Rochester last winter and saw this! I wanted to share a photo with you of an aerial view of the Finger Lakes. ” — Jane Jackson

“Skaneateles Lake ” — Sandy Molodetz

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tanding strong in its 213th year, the Wadsworth Homestead and its family name are known across New York State and throughout history.

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“The Homestead at one end of Main Street and its sister house at the north end of Main Street – the Hartford house – act as the anchors of downtown,” explained Bill Loyd, a member of the family who grew up in the Wadsworth Homestead.

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It was not until 1804 that the current homestead was built on the south end of Main Street.

lands that were included in the purchase.

Jeremiah later worked with his two younger cousins, James and William Wadsworth of Durham, CT who acted as Jeremiah’s land agents in return for allowing them to purchase 2,000 acres of his land. Back then, it came out to an estimated 8 cents an acre – roughly $160 total. James and William took the chance and migrated to the Genesee Valley during the summer of 1790. The first addition to the land was a log cabin which sat half a mile west of where the current Homestead stands.

The brothers proved to be very influential on the small Geneseo settlement. They grew the settlement into a selfsufficient area; they helped build an agricultural community with more efficient methods for soil conservation, selective stock breeding, scientific agricultural methods, aesthetic preservation and public education.

It was not until 1804 that the current homestead was built on the south end of Main Street. In the next few decades, James and William came to own and cultivate thousands of acres. They created a brick land office which was beside the house and became their base for holding management.

A proud lineage The second generation of the Wadsworth family continued to flourish, aid their hometown and manage the family’s lands in the Livingston County area. James’ oldest son constructed the Hartford House in addition to the Homestead at the north end of the village.

In 1844, the home was inherited by James’ second son, William Wolcott Wadsworth, who then married Emmeline Austin. She and their three sons remained on the Homestead after William Wolcott’s death. Austin promoted Geneseo’s South Street to be pushed back more than 100 feet as well as the movement of the house. The main house was relocated in 1874 by a team of oxen. This is where the house remains to this day.

From this point, the house blossomed with renovations

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and additions to match the grandeur of the family name and presence in the community. Projects included a thirdstory and mansard roof, a large addition to the kitchen, grand gardens and Georgian Revival adornments.

William Wadsworth died shortly after his service in the Spanish-American War, and his widow and son, William Perkins Wadsworth, inherited the land.

William Perkins Wadsworth married Martha Doty Scofield in 1929, and together they had four children: Winifred Perkins Wadsworth, Martha Doty Wadsworth, William Austin Wadsworth and Sarah “Sally” Young Wadsworth. Martha Doty Wadsworth is the mother of Bill Loyd; William Austin Wadsworth is the father of Will Wadsworth.

“To keep the house in the family name, the house and grounds were left to my uncle, Austin, Will’s father,” Loyd said. “Will has a brother and two sisters, and they are all doing a fantastic job with keeping the house going and in wonderful condition.”

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William Austin Wadsworth inherited the house in 1986 but moved to a smaller residence on the Homestead’s grounds. Will Wadsworth began the transition of the new family business in January 2011 by creating an astounding venue.

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The house is open to the public for special events.

A source of community pride For the first time in its existence in 2011, the house is open to the public for special events. It hosts about 20 to 25 weddings per year and tours every week. Many organizations hold events at the Homestead, such as the Geneseo Jam Kitchen and their summer concert series. The Homestead marks the holiday season by fully decorating the house and presenting pictures with Santa. For the 2024 solar eclipse, it hosted a Lunar Ball and watch party.

One notable tradition of the Homestead is the Genesee Valley Hunt, which continues to meet there to this day. The Wadsworth family raised prized hounds used for the fox hunts. Many generations have held the title of Master of the Genesee Valley Hunt.

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The stone wall, almost a mile long, has been restored by community volunteers.

In turn, the community supports the Homestead in many ways, including the reconstruction and revitalization of its stone wall.

“People are proud of the history, even if they have never been to the house,” Will stated. “The stone wall is great evidence of that. The stone wall, almost a mile long, has been restored by community volunteers for 12 years. It is a gateway to the village, and the restoration has been a source of pride.”

Bill Loyd explained that even though the house is not still his home, it is very much a family house. “We are in there still as a family for Easter, Christmas, weddings, events and funerals,” he said.

“There is still a lot of family stuff that happens around the house for the extended family.”

Will is always looking toward the future. The Wadsworths hope to host a solstice ball; make the Homestead a farm experience where guests can grow, harvest and eat produce on-site; and continue to fundraise.

“The house is symbolic,” Bill stated. “I think it feels welcoming to the community. There is that generous spirit that still wraps around the house.”

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ummer in the Finger Lakes is a time to savor the simple joys of good food with friends and family, often enjoyed outdoors.

With warm weather, backyards, parks and lakeshores come alive with picnics, potlucks and spontaneous gatherings.

Local fresh produce is often featured in favorite homemade dishes celebrating summer flavors. One of my favorites is fresh cabbage to make seven day slaw, an old-fashioned dish that’s a true crowd-pleaser, adding a tangy crunch to many summer meals.

I don’t think cabbage often gets the attention it deserves. While the Finger Lakes Region is known for its vineyards, apple orchards and dairy farms, cabbage seems overlooked but is equally important to local agriculture.

Although it may seem less glamorous, this humble vegetable plays a significant role in the area’s farming industry.

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Our fertile soil and mild climate make the Finger Lakes ideal for growing cabbage.

New York is one of the largest cabbage producers in the country, second only to California, with over 10,000 acres harvested annually. Fresh market cabbage is plentiful at roadside farmstands and markets throughout the Finger Lakes, with much also processed into sauerkraut and bagged salad mixes.

I typically buy cabbage at the little red farmstand on Route 5 & 20 in Hopewell. However, when I’m short on time, bagged coleslaw mix works just as well, cutting down on prep time while still delivering the crunch and flavor that make this dish so good. All I have to do is whip up the dressing, slice some onions, toss it all together and let it marinate. The result is a delicious, refreshing slaw that holds up well in the fridge for several days, making it perfect for

Ingredients 6 cups cabbage, grated 1 medium yellow or red onion, very thinly sliced 1 medium carrot, grated 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons light olive oil 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard 1/2 teaspoon celery seed salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 1. In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, onion, and carrot.

2. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, celery seed, sugar, ground mustard, and oil. Bring to a boil, and cook for 3 minutes.

3. Pour the vinegar mixture over the cabbage mixture and stir well to combine. Cover and refrigerate overnight for best flavor before serving.

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I don’t know the origins of seven day slaw, but this old-fashioned recipe has been a staple at many family picnics, likely passed down through generations. I was introduced to it years ago when I was first married; the marinated coleslaw, with its wonderfully tangy dressing, quickly became my go-to summer side dish. Its simplicity and practicality make it a favorite. I can easily make large batches that can be safely brought to the fields during planting or harvest without spoiling like a mayo-based slaw.

The secret to seven day slaw lies in its unique dressing. Unlike traditional coleslaws that rely on mayonnaise, this recipe uses a tangy vinegar-based dressing reminiscent of quick pickling techniques. The acidity of the vinegar not only adds a refreshing zing but also acts as a natural preservative, ensuring the slaw stays fresh and flavorful for up

to seven days.

The dressing includes apple cider vinegar, sugar, oil and spices such as celery seed and ground mustard, giving the slaw a unique sweet and tangy flavor that improves as it marinates. Pouring the hot dressing over the shredded cabbage and other vegetables slightly softens them while retaining their crunch, ensuring a delightful texture even after several days. The slaw’s tangy and slightly sweet flavors complement savory and smoky dishes like pulled pork sandwiches, burgers and tacos.

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With the warmer weather and sunshinefilled days, we have the instinctual urge to get outside of the four walls that have kept us indoors most of the winter. Whether it is to get in a good workout, take a break from sitting at our desks and get away from our computers, or to explore our backyards, there are a few things you can do to make your experience more enjoyable. Let’s start from the beginning to discuss why we should be out in nature, easy ways to incorporate outside time into our daily schedules, and what we should do to prepare.

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e’ve heard about these positives of being out in nature for quite some time, but do we really understand the benefits of being outdoors? Look no further than the list below for reasons to get motivated!

The upsides of outside: • Our minds and bodies relax in a natural setting, away from sensory overload and mental fatigue.

• Going outside for a quick walk will leave you refreshed and provide a natural boost in your creativity and problemsolving abilities.

• Being in nature can lead to lower rates of heart disease, reduced cortisol (the steroid hormone that is released into your bloodstream when you are stressed) and lowered blood pressure.

• Vitamin D is increased after just a few minutes outside and this helps with your immune system, improves bone health and helps your body fight depression.

• Exposure to natural light helps with our circadian rhythm, making for a more restful night’s sleep at the end of the long day.

• A study in Denmark found that children who lived in neighborhoods with more green space had a reduced risk of mental illness in adulthood.

• Take your exercise outside and you will see that your workouts become more intense and longer, getting you that extra boost into your daily move goal.

• Want an added bonus? Get outside and near some water for a bigger mental health boost. These “blue spaces”

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Before you go booking your trip to Mt. Everest for the ultimate outdoor adventure, try these simple, attainable steps for increased outdoor time.

Simple techniques you can incorporate to unleash your inner adventurer: • Go check the mail, bonus if you have to do this several times a day • Take a stroll around the block to break up your workday • Sit outside when you can - even if it’s just a break from work mid-morning • Walk to lunch and then, eat it outside • Find an accountability partner – make a pact to get healthy and get outside together. You’re not going to want to let your friend down!

• Get a dog and get outside to walk! This is a bonus because you get health benefits and a cute new puppy!

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• Prepare for the weather. Oftentimes, we discourage ourselves from getting outside because the weather is less than perfect. Embrace it with the right gear (a raincoat, boots, warm underlayers, good shoes) so that nothing will stop you from meeting your goal of outdoor time. And if you invest money into these things, the chances are higher that you will USE these things, because who wants to waste money on things that are just going to sit in your closet?

• Set a goal and share that goal with someone else. Have them check in with you to make sure you’re staying on track!

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icks are the real deal in NY. With our recent mild winters, there is a tick explosion that can be quite scary if you’re not prepared. Use these suggestions to ensure the safety of yourself and your furry friends.

How to outwit those pesky critters: • Wear light-colored clothing so ticks are easy to spot.

• Tuck your pants into your socks so you don’t have exposed skin that’s low to the ground.

• Use insect repellent on yourself and your clothes.

• Stay in the middle of the trails, and try not to brush up on any grasses or leaves.

• Run a sticky lint roller on your clothes (and your pets’ fur) to get ticks before they get to your skin.

• Check yourself and your pets for ticks as soon as you get back inside.

• Shower shortly after you do your check.

• Wash your clothes in hot water in the washer and dry on high heat - high temperatures kill ticks.

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ow that you’ve got an understanding of protecting yourself against ticks, what other natural elements should you be prepared for? The sun, weather patterns and hunger can affect your success in your outdoor adventures.

Step out of your comfort zone, but don’t forget to: • Always wear sunscreen, even on cloudy days. UV rays can get through those thick clouds and cause an unpleasant sunburn. Don’t forget SPF in your chapstick.

• Wear your sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and dryness from the wind. Also, the reflection of the sun on other items (cars, snow, bodies of water) can be quite blinding so wear these all year round for the ultimate protection.

• Check the weather forecast before your excursion and be ready for the elements. Lightweight layers are a must for those days when you aren’t so sure what’s going to happen or you’ve got temperature swings upcoming!

• Bring your water bottle and a snack. Even the lightest exercise can make your thirsty and hungry so make sure to stay hydrated and grab a healthy snack to keep yourself energized. This goes for pets too!

• Leave wildlife and plants alone. Don’t disturb anything while you are outside unless you know what it is. That skunk sure is cute, until it’s not. Not sure if that berry is poisonous? Don’t eat it and remember you brought that granola bar when you were getting ready!

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Now that you’ve got the tips and tricks for “survival,” you’re probably wondering where you could go to get the outdoor experience. Our stunning Finger Lakes Region offers a wide range of opportunities for enjoyment, suitable for all skill levels and interests. Gofingerlakes.org, a project by the Finger Lakes Land Trust, provides extensive information on outdoor activities in the area. From hiking to biking trails, nature centers and swimming spots, this website offers maps and guides to turn you into an outdoor adventure superstar.

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Garage Sale Crawl? story and photos by Derek Doeffinger, photo contributions by Gary Whelpley

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hen it comes to crawls, nobody can beat garage sale fans. Babies can take credit for inventing crawls, but they’re no competition for their moms, dads and grandparents when it comes to a committed garage crawl. It might seem that pub crawlers could be a force to contend with, but after a few bars, some beers, a couple stumbles and a comfortable seat, their day is kaput.

Hands down, garage salers know how to sustain and maintain a crawl. And it’s a good thing because the 37th Route 90 garage sale is almost upon us.

Whether you go for half the day, half the route, the full day or the full route, the crawl is for real. You’ll be crawling on the road, where you’ll be lucky to top 20 mph. Wandering amidst the cluttered sales, you’ll resemble a pub crawler as you bob, weave and duck as you navigate the stacks of goods and fellow seekers.

But you’ll also bathe in the collegial camaraderie of a pub crawl as the anticipation of what lays ahead

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almost always brews up a festive air filled with smiles and relaxed chatter.

The 50-mile garage sale starts the last full weekend in July; this year, the sale is set for July 27 and 28. Stretching from Montezuma to Homer, it’s an excavation and regurgitation of household goods no longer worth the space they’re taking up. Out they go, victims of fading trends, children outgrowing and leaving (and not cleaning out their rooms), couples achieving domestic peace treaties (“Clean out the basement”) and the remorse of impulse buyers.

Even now, Route 90 homeowners are scavenging through basements, garages and sheds – and making appeals to their relatives – as they prepare for the grand event.

For the attendees, it’s been a year. What might await? Overlooked treasures? Maybe, but more likely cheap replacements and substitutes for chairs, appliances, tables and other goods that no longer stand up to scrutiny.

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50-Mile Garage Sale It all started in 1987 In the 1980s, Route 90 locals Connie Reilly and Barbara Noden decided they were tired of people zipping by their neighborhoods without so much as a second thought as they headed to lakeside cottages and wineries. They decided to create an irresistible event that would pull in the crowds.

Their first few attempts sputtered.

They decided creating a gargantuan garage sale – which launched in 1987 – would be just the thing. Surprisingly, there was no testing the waters. It was 50 miles or nothing.

In hindsight, one has to wonder what the heck they were thinking. How could they hope to succeed by setting such a grand goal that required engaging and convincing hundreds of skeptical

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Thirteen-year attendee Steve Johnson and his wife don’t even blink at the challenge; indeed, they relish it: “We garage sale the full 50 miles on Saturday and do it all over on Sunday. We look for rare, old and unique items nobody wants anymore.” Last year, they found a Viking mug. I didn’t ask if it was a mug from an NFL Viking or from a 10th century marauding seafaring Viking.

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More than a garage sale Garage sale is now a bit of a misnomer. It’s that and much more.

Certainly, many of the homes along Route 90 participate in the “garage sale” aspect, but the number of participating local residents is boosted by roadside landowners renting out space for savvy

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Is it the biggest garage sale?

When it comes to claims, words matter. The Route 90 garage sale can’t claim to be the biggest. But it can claim (at least when I last checked) to be the longest in New York State. The biggest in one location in New York State also claims to be the biggest in the world, located in Warrensburg on October 4, 5 and 6. The world’s longest roadside garage sale (last I looked) runs 690 miles along Route 127 from Michigan to Alabama.

people to simultaneously participate in a garage sale along a 50-mile rural stretch of road?

Back then, getting the word out couldn’t have been easy. This was in the primitive days of face-to-face and news print promotion: church newsletters, swap sheets, small town newspapers, bulletin board posters, local radio and, with a little luck, a mention on the television news.

But they struck gold, tapping into a secret desire that created a runaway, self-perpetuating success that’s still going strong.

Even I, a garage sale avoider, had to check it out. I made it about halfway through. Checking out 50 miles of garage sales should qualify one for the

vendors. Their participation brings in a flea market approach. You might even find several artists and crafters who provide an unexpected flavor not typically found in a typical garage sale.

Those renting landowners have created small villages, where one stop lets you walk to 20 to 30 sellers. Since these sellers rent space to make money, they stock up on some of the better quality and higher interest items such as decoys, hunting gear and other sporting goods, antique tools, home décor and good condition small appliances.

To my surprise, no local government entity seems to have studied the impact of actual money made at the garage sale or increase in overall tourist visitation and dollars

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Twenty-five-year vendor John Vianelli has some thoughts about the impact of the event. He believes that many sellers see returns climbing well into the four figures.

“There is a guy in Seneca Falls who sets up on Route 318 right near the thruway exit during the Route 90 sale and makes tons of sales,” Vianelli said. He also guesses that total sales could easily exceed $1 million and that the total event impact greatly raises that figure.

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Fun and festive The real pleasures of the 50-mile garage sale are of the social variety.

Almost everybody seems happy to be there, so merely strolling about immerses you in a good vibe. Plus, gawking can prove irresistible.

The gathering of bargain seekers is so diverse in age, gender, interests and social styles that once you park your car and begin mingling and listening, you can be entertained for hours. You’ll see a surprising number of 20-somethings flipping through boxes of old, out-of-state license plates or perusing LP albums by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Elvis and Sammy Davis, probably coveting the vintage photographic covers more than the records. Young guys can be found sniffing out and then brandishing armaments that hopefully appeals to the ladies. After all, the thought process goes, what young lady could resist the swashbuckling adventure promised by a 4-foot saber hanging on a wall?

And for meandering middle-agers and mesmerized seniors, Brownie cameras, kerosene lanterns, turntables, grandpa hammers and wrenches, and bean bags stir a sometimes wrenching sleepover nostalgia spent with Dick Clark, Thundercats, The Brady Bunch or Happy Days. It can be startling to hold an old everyday object from

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50-Mile Garage Sale your childhood and feel a wave of emotion surge through you. Not always a pleasant surge for those parents who lived through the boombox era.

It’s less startling to skilled sellers.

“I know it sounds like a cliché but many people really are on a treasure hunt,” Vianelli said. “They often don’t just buy an item. They want to tell us why they are buying it, everything from ‘I collect these’ to ‘My grandmother had one.’”

Buyer Steve Johnson echoed that sentiment. His love of garage sales started because “My grandmother and I went garage saling a lot when I was younger.”

On Saturday, multiple black vans unload a stream of Mennonites and Amish to range through a yard in search of bargains because they’re

in need of a buyer with repair skills.

The ladies, often moving in multigeneration groups, seem to huddle up to discuss certain items.

What might be hot this year? As a photographer, I do know that film SLR cameras are coming back into vogue and surely (given this is an election year), political buttons, banners, posters and other paraphernalia should sell well. Perpetual favorites include signs and promotional items from Coca-Cola and other known brands.

Nice looking old prints, paintings and frames usually demand attention, as do children’s clothing and toys. Like most garage sales, the range of goods and quality vary from appalling to superb. Baskets and tubs spilling over with all varieties of knickknacks, file cabinets (some dented), rocking chairs (some wobbly), skis (some wooden

and warped), from an earlier decade or even century saw blades or decorative) and vases, vacuum cleaners and jigsaw puzzles abound.

Hidden among all the recycled consumer goods are a few treasures waiting to be unearthed. But if it’s treasure you want, you might be better off taking your metal detector to the beach. After a third of a century of yearly sucking out household goods near and far, it’s safe to say that undiscovered riches are more likely to be found in the people you meet than in the goods.

Although it’s technically a Saturday and Sunday sale, many shoppers jump start the show Friday afternoon to scoop up the best offerings from early-arriving vendors. By Sunday, the sales tease the true bargain seekers and low bidders while DIYers scour

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Perhaps the greatest viewing entertainment comes from watching those who have made their purchases and now have to fit them into their vehicles. If you think some people suffer from eating with their eyes, garage sale buyers suffer a worse fate – buying like they own a moving van.

Pickup owners have few problems but sedan and compact SUV owners often find themselves trying to maneuver the likes of a 4-foot high, hand-crafted fragile schooner into a 2-1/2-foot-high hatchback. Lay it down? Hmmm, it’s fragile.

Stand it up? Arrange it on a diagonal with a blanket bunched under it for soft support. Will the bookshelf beside it take out a mast on a sharp, sweeping curve?

The calm of the next morning will be the time to consider whether you got carried away or scored some good items at bargain prices.

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ete Heintzelman, the founder of Method Architecture Studio, has more than 20 years’ experience in the design and construction industry. Some of his most recent and best known work is on the shores of New York’s beautiful Finger Lakes. This home on Canandaigua Lake is one of his recent showpieces.

How did Method Architecture Studio get involved in this designing project?

The clients called us to discuss a piece of property they’d purchased on the west side of Canandaigua Lake. It was a piece of property that had some stringent zoning codes attached to it, so the clients were looking for a design team to work with them through the Canandaigua zoning department to

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design a house that they wanted within the guidelines. As a design team, we are very experienced in this, and we were more than happy to be of service.

What was the inspiration for designing the home? Can you describe the style?

The style of this home is a modern farmhouse that meets the casual lifestyle of a cottage lake home. The clients had Photos by Don Cochrane

Farmhouse been living in a somewhat historic farmhouse on a hill overlooking Canandaigua for a while and wanted to re-create a similar feel to the coziness of that aesthetic but with a modern touch that was also suited to the lake life. To achieve this, the clients selected soft white traditional moldings, shiplap details, warm character grade flooring and timber finishes for a distinctly clean and bright modern aesthetic. The

use of traditional glass light fixtures, classic furniture lines and natural textures also helped to achieve this soft balance of farmhouse lake life.

Who are the builders and why did you choose to work with them?

It’s a sub-company of Spall Homes named Canterbrook Meadow Corporation. We interviewed a few different builders, but the clients

were drawn to this one. They did a wonderful job implementing the design and bringing the clients’ vision to life.

What parts of the home involved timber frame construction?

The screen porch is the only structural timber element. We accented the exterior with the same timbers for shade and weather protection.

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Modern Lakeside Farmhouse

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Custom Timber Finish Eric Fraser, COO New Energy Works “One of the details about this project that sets it apart is the custom timber finish (upper right hand photo). The team created a warm walnut brown finish, which contrasts against the light T&G ceiling for a crisp look.

“The curved timbers are repeated in the exterior timber elements, uniting the inside with the outside. Especially when we work on lake homes where you’ll spend as much time outside as inside, mimicking the interior timber feel on the outside creates harmony. With this home, the enclosed porch has a fantastic lake view, with the boat that fits right into the timbers on the ceiling uniting, again, the inside and out, it’s the perfect feel for a Finger Lakes house aesthetic.”

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Were there any extra challenges when executing the building project?

There was an existing structure on this property on which we based the footprint of this home. Existing lakeside structures are grandfathered in so future development can take advantage of the intimate lake frontage. Following the various regulations for lake development such as building height, lot coverage and stormwater drainage, we developed a plan that manifested all of what the clients were looking for, all with the same lake access as the previous structure.

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Modern Lakeside Farmhouse

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What are some of your favorite aspects of this home?

One of our favorite aspects is the entrance. With the open stairwell up to the loft above and the immediate view to the lakefront upon entry, the welcome to lake life is striking.

We also enjoyed creating an open concept plan so for the empty-nesters’ typical weeks, the home could feel cozy. But as family and friends return for visits, the open concept grows with the family.

For example, there are areas like the back kitchen where you can prep meals while doing a load of laundry, or the large screen porch with lots of seating for large groups.

Lastly, the owners really put their aesthetic, family traditions and legacies into each part of the home. From the owner’s original boat in the porch rafters, to selecting all the finishes, to arranging family photographs, artwork and furniture, this gorgeous modern lakeside farmhouse is truly a home where the heart is.

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Finger Lakes

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story and photos by Bill Banaszewski and Michele Howland Banaszewski

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ast summer, our niece Kelley from Texas called to say she was coming to the Finger Lakes in early September. She was traveling with a friend, Regina, and they had plans to visit their families and local attractions.

Kelley asked if we knew anything about Finger Lakes Rail Riders. The truth was we had never heard of it, so we looked it up to find that Finger Lakes Rail Riders is located only 12 miles from our

place on Keuka Lake in Yates County.

After Kelley’s call, I took a ride to Benton and down Havens Corners Road to check it out. I saw the Rail Riders sign, and I pulled into the busy parking lot. People were disembarking from a ride while another group was getting ready to board. There were license plates from six different states.

I asked three folks who had just finished the ride, “How was it?” All three

described it with one word: “Fantastic.”

As a frequent contributor and avid reader of Life in the Finger Lakes, I immediately thought the Finger Lakes Rail Riders would make for a good story. I hung around long enough to catch up with Kathy Ferron – the owner and engine behind the enterprise. She immediately booked seats for my wife and me on the same ride that Kelley, Regina and her family

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had already reserved. We also arranged a second date to experience the ride and take more photographs in late October when the colors would be at their peak.

On that beautiful early September morning, we arrived, shared greetings and hugs with Kelley and met Regina and her family. We were welcomed by canine Kirby, the official greeter and human resource director. With one slow wag of her tail, she allowed us to pass and enter the boarding station.

A shaded canopy sheltered the station where the rail cars were lined up for boarding. Each car is named for one of the 11 Finger Lakes. They are custom-designed for a very safe and

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comfortable excursion. Each has two side-by-side recumbent bikes with adjustable seats and pedals.

After safety instructions, we were each given radio handsets for the trip so we could clearly hear Kathy’s wellresearched commentary about the history of the Finger Lakes and Yates County. The report included the natural history of the area and more than a few humorous and “corny” stories which earned laughter and groans from the riders.

Along the route, we learned a bit of geology and the forces of nature that created the Finger Lakes. Long ago, North America was covered with a glacier called the Laurentide ice sheet.

Twenty thousand years ago it began to melt and recede, carving out the Finger Lakes and filling them with water.

Human history in the region began with Native Americans. Fast forwarding to 1142, five nations of American Indians were at war. One of the leaders, Hiawatha, brought the nations together calling them the Haudenosaunee.

They became the oldest democracy on the face of the earth. Further historical stories included the arrival of the Society of the Universal Friends – descendants of Quakers – and the establishment of Yates County, which now has 25,000 people, more than 33,000 cattle and is the only county in New York with increasing farmland.

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Kathy’s narration also included interesting stories of transportation from the steamboat era to the rise and fall of the railways from Watkins Glen to Canandaigua. She told of the largest Old Order “horse and buggy” Mennonite community in North America and their arrival in Yates County.

My two experiences on Rail Riders featured stunning fall foliage, brilliant yellow maple leaves, a myriad of butterflies and a wide variety of wildflowers – Queen Anne’s lace, New England aster and giant sunflowers, to name a few. A redtailed hawk and a great blue heron flew overhead, while we spotted a

ring-neck pheasant alongside the track. We encountered a six-point whitetail buck as he approaching us, seemingly unconcerned, then hightailed it down the tracks. There were picturesque Mennonite farm scenes with men harvesting crops. Alongside the tracks, corn was growing 12 feet high. It was so dense and impossible to see through, it caused me to wonder what animals were hiding among the stalks. The gentle curves in the track reminded me of my walks along stream banks and forest trails, always speculating what secret discovery lies ahead just out of sight.

The farmlands along Havens Corners and through Benton have

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been one of my favorite landscapes to photograph over the decades. Along those tracks, I had formerly taken images of some of what Kathy says are common sightings during her spring rides: a male cardinal hiding in the shrubs, an osprey flying overhead, a red fox near the edge of the track (probably with a den and young pups nearby),

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a curious whitetail fawn. Springtime brings coltsfoot, daisies and common fleabane in flower as the lands emerge green and fresh with farmers busy plowing and planting their crops.

The railroad line was active until 2004. Not long ago, the abandoned tracks were used to store close to 100 out-of-service rail cars, which created

quite an eyesore. Thankfully Kathy’s vision for Finger Lakes Rail Riders has brought an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the landscape with a pleasant adventure riding those rails through some gorgeous scenery, taking in sightings of wildlife and wildflowers, learning about the history of the area and all the while getting a little exercise.

More information about Finger Lakes Rail Riders # They operate May through October. # Excursions are 1-1/2 hours and a round trip of 5 miles. # One or two people can easily pedal with little effort. You don’t have to be an athlete. # The staff is very pleasant, entertaining and helpful. # They can accommodate any age and ability. Guides can pedal for disabled or elderly persons as long as they are able to sit up in a seat by themselves. Babies can ride in a front-facing carrier or in their own car seat attached to the rail bike seat. # Bottled water is complimentary, and umbrellas are included for rain or sun protection. # There is a small store that sells Finger Lakes Rail Rider logoed shirts, hats and sweats, plus Finger Lakes books and more.

Current offerings include a Yates County Historical Tour and Moonlight Ghost Stories. Possible future offerings include railroad karaoke (sing to the corn because the stalks are all ears!), Ride & Wine (a history presentation followed by wine tastings), geology of the Finger Lakes and history of the Mennonites in Yates County.

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Owego

Donut Beer and

Story and photos by Cindy Ruggieri

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hen I first heard of Owego Donut and Beer I thought, “Hmm, not the combo I would have thought about.”

But I was curious enough to check it out, and I am so glad I did. Yes, it has donuts and beer, but it is so much more.

The brainchild of Ike and Julie Lovelass, Owego Donut and Beer started with the purchase of an old grocery store along Route 96, the main thoroughfare in Owego. The building was in desperate need of a remodel, so work began as the Lovelasses developed plans for a new eatery.

On their travels down south, Ike and Julie came across a beer wall – a unique concept that did not exist in the Owego area. They formed an idea that became the starting point for their new venture. It was Julie, with her culinary background, who came up with the idea to pair the beer wall with donuts.

“I wanted a different kind of dessert, and there were no donut shops around here that had the unique donut flavors I had seen on our travels.”

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While the building was being remodeled, Julie experimented with donuts, developing recipes and trying new creative combinations of flavors and toppings. The result was more than 50 unique flavors to be rotated each day. My sweet tooth has no restraint when it comes to a new dessert to try, and I’ve had a great time trying a different oh-so-delicious flavor every time I visit.

The beer wall allows folks to taste different flavors without ordering a full glass, unless it’s the size they want. It’s a simple self-serve process, where patrons purchase a pour card, tap it to the wall at the brew they’d like to try, and fill the size glass they selected. There are 20 taps, with mostly New York State

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Left: The self-serve beer wall has a large variety of microbrews to taste; Delicious donuts are on display with the flavors changed daily.

Above: Patrons relax on the outside deck.

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Comfy couches on the patio create an inviting place to relax.

Inset: Artwork made from bottle caps adorns the walls.

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microbrew options that are regularly rotated, but also a couple of big-name beers for those who prefer the standard choices.

And it’s not just beer on the wall – ciders are another popular choice. There is also prosecco on tap, giving patrons an option to mix it with their freshly squeezed orange juice to make their own mimosas. For the wine drinkers, Owego Donut and Beer has wine by the glass; Ike and Julie are working to add wine to the pour wall.

As much as the name calls out donuts and beer, the business offers so much more, from breakfast sandwiches and a huge selection of coffees and “shaken milks,” to hoagies and shareables for lunch and dinner. Everything about the menu is creative, from the names – I can’t order the Okey-Dokey Artichokey without grinning – to the delicious ingredients that make up the sandwiches. Then there’s presentation; if you try the huge Bavarian pretzel, it’s

delivered on a large metal hook; It’s pretty impressive.

For those who may like a different dessert, there is the affogato, a creamy gelato with a shot of hot espresso. Even the children’s menu is not limited to the typical child options, with noncrustable sandwiches, complete with a housemade peanut butter and wholesome side choices.

The place has a cool vibe, the result of Ike and Julie’s great attention to detail during the remodel. Fun sayings are all over the walls – “Donut worry beer happy,” and “Ale, yeah!” – along with collages of old Owego photos, bottle cap artwork and old suitcases displaying t-shirts and coffee for sale. Even the bathrooms are clever, with photos of famous people and not-as-famous local friends and family covering every inch of the walls.

Yet the Lovelasses kept some small touches to remind the locals of the building’s history. The weathered white wall catches the eye of patrons who remember the old grocery store. There are seating options both inside and out, with a lovely outdoor deck for the warm weather months, and a patio with outdoor heaters for those in-

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between months. There are even a couple of rocking chairs for those who want to just sit and rock for a while.

While all this comes together to make an inviting, delicious and fun place to visit, it’s the partnership of the owners that make it all work. While Julie works her magic behind the scenes in the kitchen, Ike works his in the dining room, greeting customers, explaining the beer wall and taking the time to chat with whoever walks in the door. They love what they do, and it shows.

The Lovelasses moved to Owego in 2014 from a larger town, relishing the small town feel of Owego. The couple opened the Owego Kitchen, located at 13 Lake Street, in 2015.

They are also the former owners of Belva Lockwood Inn on Front Street.

“There is such a sense of community here. We didn’t even realize it was something we had been missing until we came to Owego” Julie explained.

“If we can impact the town in a good way, and make a contribution the community, it’s giveback for what the community has given us,” Ike added.

Next time you are driving along Route 96 in Owego, stop in and check Owego Donut and Beer out. Donut worry, beer happy and have some fun trying some new and unique flavors of food and drink.

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musical notes

The Sideways Moving Forward

by Nancy E. McCarthy

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hen keyboard/vocalist Joe Stehle founded the soul/pop band The Sideways in 2018, he envisioned a transitory musicians’ collective. Stehle, from Cazenovia, connected with many accomplished musicians when he moved to Rochester in 2015 to attend Nazareth University School of Music. It was fun back in the day to have people drift in and out of the group, but as the band’s sound tightened up and evolved, Stehle leaned away from the collective concept.

Most of the band’s line-up has been solid for a while. Today’s

Above: The band’s first full length album “fair weather” was released on October 13, 2023.

(L-R) Joe Stehle, Matt Erman and Matt Hawke

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The Sideways (L-R): Lincoln All, Shawn Brogan, Matt Hawke, Joe Stehle, Arjun Baxter and Matt Erman

The Sideways players include founder and front man Stehle, Nazareth alumni buddies Shawn Brogan (guitar) and Lincoln All (drums) plus Arjun Baxter (bass), Matt Hawke (trombone) and Matt Erman (saxophone). “The band is absolutely killer,” said Stehle. “I am happy to be playing with all of them.”

The Sideways performs original songs primarily written by Stehle (Brogan contributed a tune) and they mainly play in Rochester and Buffalo – though they’ve toured from Vermont down to Kentucky.

“We’re a pop/soul band with funk and disco influences,” Brogan said.

“Joe’s voice and songwriting is very based in soul music, but we package it in a pop format and bring elements of funk and disco to get people dancing.”

“When I’m drumming on stage, I love to look around at the audience and make sure people are dancing and/or nodding their heads,” All added. “If they are, that tells me I’m doing my job right.”

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Lincoln All plays drums and produced The Sideways “fair weather” album.

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Guitarist Shawn Brogan also releases solo music under the moniker Beigee.

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“Their music breathes life into any room they play.”

— Matt Green, Flour City Station Ashley Engstrom, a Rochester music teacher, streams The Sideways’ original tunes in between attending their live shows.

“Whenever I hear The Sideways come up on my playlist, it feels like an instant party,” said Engstrom. “I can’t help but sing along and dance around.”

You can find The Sideways playing at music festivals such as Rochester International Jazz Festival, Lilac Festival and, this July, at Downtown Summer Block Party in Watertown. Appearances at Rochester live music venues include Essex, Three Heads Brewing and Flour City Station.

“The Sideways is a fresh burst of intricate sounds, laced in many genres,” said Matt Green, Flour City Station’s cofounder and talent buyer. “Their music breathes life into any room they play.”

Early days Stehle began playing piano at age 5. “We were

always a family that loved music and had a massive record collection: lots of classic rock and jazz records, as well as a lot of folk,” he said.

Stehle’s grandparents, Don (trumpet) and Dot (clarinet) funded his lessons. His dad (guitar) and mom (bass/vocalist) bought a $50 upright garage sale piano so Stehle could practice. His three siblings also played instruments or sang.

Stehle took piano lessons up through his teen years and also played guitar and cello. His middle school and high school music teachers encouraged him to join all the school ensembles, which Stehle did. “My favorite was always the jazz band where I was given the opportunity to sing as well as play keys,” he said.

The community of Rochester-based musicians can feel like a large ensemble at times (or “a little big town” as Stehle said). For example, The Sideways is not Stehle’s only music project. He plays and records, along with The Sideways’ bassist Arjun Baxter, with Grace Serene and the Super Clean plus Spooky

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The band is excited to build upon its regional following but also is looking to attract more listeners. and the Truth. Two other Spooky band members – Andrew Nittoli (drums) and Riley Fressie (vocalist) – also own Upstate Music Group (UMG), a booking and management agency. UMG manages The Sideways and books its shows.

“At a certain point, most gigging musicians, bands, studios and venues get to know each other because of the fact that Rochester isn’t a major city,” said Nittoli. While Rochester doesn’t compare to booming music industry cities such as Nashville, NYC or LA, it does have a thriving music scene on a smaller scale.

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Songs and records The Sideways released two EPs in 2020. “fair weather,” released on October 13, 2023, is its first full length LP with 11 songs. Stehle, the main songwriter, usually brings the band a basic form of lyrics, melody and chords, and then the players fill in horn arrangements, guitar or bass riffs, dynamics and grooves.

All produced, mixed and played on “fair weather.” It was recorded in his home studio in Rochester. “Lincoln did a great job with this album,” said Stehle. “This is the first time we’ve been this dialed into a sound.”

All teased out a bigger and more robust sound out of the “fair weather” record than previous releases. “I think I helped tighten the arrangements a bit in a way that everything has a purpose on the record,” he explained. “Tonally I was able to get a more hi-fi sound, with full bass and clear high end energy, as well as making sure everything felt as dynamic as possible to keep the album sounding exciting.”

All produces many local musicians and groups including Brogan’s former band Animal Sounds. He’s also played a producing and/or mixing role with Public Water Supply, Bug Day, Charlie Reitz and A Girl Named Genny. These are just more examples of the Rochester music scene’s “little big town” collaborations and overlaps.

The band is excited to build upon its regional following but also is looking to attract more listeners. “The long-range vision for The Sideways is going to be to perform more in front of new audiences as well as to try to break into new markets along the east coast,” Nittoli said. “We will also be focusing on booking the band at more festivals in the upcoming year.” The band plans to record more material in 2025 as well.

The Sideways is definitely moving forward!

Follow The Sideways on Instagram @sidewaystheband. Find the band on Facebook at The Sideways. The “fair weather” LP is out on all music streaming platforms.

food

Grandma’s Recipes

by Missy Kelly

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s there anything more nostalgic than family meals around Grandma’s table? As a new grandma-to-be, I am especially looking forward to these gatherings filled with food and love. Here are some tried and true recipes that have been feeding my family for years including my own grandma’s “famous” coconut meringue drops, which have been my favorite for as long as I can remember!

Summertime Grilled Vegetable Skewers Makes 10-12 skewers 3 ears of corn 1lb cherry tomatoes 1 orange sweet pepper 1 red sweet pepper 1 red onion 1 large zucchini Balsamic vinaigrette (Alternatively, any other vinaigrette or olive oil with dry herbs may be used as preferred.)

1. Peel and boil corn until tender. Cut corn ears into slices about 1-1.5 inches thick.

2. Preheat grill and soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes prior to cooking.

3. Cut peppers, onion and zucchini into bite-sized slices large enough to place on the skewers.

4. Arrange vegetables as desired and slide onto skewers.

Brush on a thin layer of vinaigrette using a basting brush.

5. Cook skewers on preheated grill, turning and basting frequently until vegetables are tender (about 10-15 minutes).

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Oven Roasted Chicken with Vegetables Feeds 4-6 1 whole chicken (about 4-5lbs) 1lb carrots, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces 8oz brussels sprouts, cut in half 1.5lb fingerling potatoes cut in half 1lb broccoli florettes 1 sweet onion, diced 2tbsp olive oil 3 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped 1tsp finely chopped rosemary 1tsp finely chopped thyme 1/2 tsp ground sage Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper

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1. Preheat oven to 425 F. Mix together dry herbs and spices.

2. Rinse whole chicken and pat dry. Place chicken in center of roasting pan, breast side up. Using a basting brush, cover top of chicken with a thin layer of olive oil (approx. 1/2tbsp).

Sprinkle about 1/4 of mixed seasonings over top of chicken.

3. In a large mixing bowl, add prepared vegetables together with chopped garlic, and the remaining olive oil and seasoning. Mix well and pour vegetables around the outside of the chicken in the pan. Cover vegetables only with foil.

4. Cook at 425 F for 20 minutes, then reduce temperature to 400 F and continue to cook for about 15 minutes per pound of chicken until an internal temperature of 165 F is achieved.

For crispier vegetables, remove foil from vegetables for last 30 minutes of cooking.

Grandma Mary Ann’s Coconut Meringue Drops Makes about 5 dozen 3 egg whites 1c sugar 1tsp vanilla extract 1c shredded coconut Optional: whole walnuts or almonds 1. Preheat oven to 275 F. 2. In a large bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar and add vanilla. Gently fold in coconut using a rubber spatula.

3. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased & floured cookie sheet. *Optional, press walnuts or almonds into the center of each. Bake 20-25 minutes, cool before serving or storing.

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off the easel

Steel Sculptor

Cornelius Lyon A Well Lived Life

by Nancy E. McCarthy

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teel sculptor Cornelius “Pepsi” Lyon embodies the definition of a modern day Renaissance man: knowledgeable, educated and proficient in a wide range of fields.

Lyon went from being functionally illiterate to achieving a master’s degree. Then he paid it forward as a special needs reading teacher for 29 years. He served in the Air Force, traveled the world and built his own house. Lyon played guitar, wrote hundreds of songs and started constructing guitars. He wrote and self-published 12 editions of “The Ballad of John Fitzgerald Kennedy.” By the fourth edition, he was hand binding his own books.

But Lyon’s biggest passion is the C Lyon Sculpture Garden located on his 40-acre property in Horseheads. He began creating abstract steel and mixed media sculptures in 1984 and continues to add to his vast outdoor collection.

“The sculptures are a joyful, harmonic marriage of ironwork and glass that reflect the whimsical, playful character of their creator,” said Jim Hassell, a friend and glassmaker.

Many works pay homage to ordinary people who have done extraordinary things. Sort of like Lyon himself.

The artist is up to his 800th sculpture: an 8-foot tribute to Captain Joseph Laurence Byrne. During World War II, Byrne

Left: This sculpgture is an homage to Ona “Oney” Judge Staines, an enslaved biracial woman owned by President George Washington. She escaped to freedom in 1796 and remained free for the rest of her life.

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Lyon and Zehr at The Delaware Contemporary in Wilmington, DE, 2018. Zehr’s large colored sand, metal slag and glass installation (“The Place Between”) measured 14’x16’x42”.

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An homage to COVID-19 heroes. Lyon added glass eggs (spiritual symbols) made in the CMoG Hot Shop.

Pepsi’s Process

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ew sculptures begin with building a base appropriate for the size of each piece.

Next, Lyon creates a spine from fabricated steel cutouts welded together to a desired height. He cuts away excess steel with a plasma cutter.

“Once the spine is created, I add additional pieces to create a work of art that has never been seen before,” Lyon said. “I love abstract art, but abstract art without meaning is like a stream without water: dry and boring.” Following that artistic philosophy, he constructs and attaches symbols of meaning to him to the sculptures.

Then he adds abstract glass forms he created at Corning Museum of Glass and/or Zehr panels. Hanging glass is attached with 250-pound fishing line and stainless-steel crimps or affixed directly by plasma cutting a hole in the steel to attach the glass. Cast glass is framed and glued to the steel. “Glass and steel make a perfect marriage for they are both created with fire,” he said.

Not all sculptures are painted because automotive paint is expensive. After sandblasting the rust off his sculptures, Lyon applies an automotive primer, made by PPG. The primer is moisture-, chemical- and acid rain-resistant. Lyon hand-paints the welded joints to prevent rust and then sprays a base and top coat. Vinyl lettering is affixed and sealed with three clear coats.

“Even though I study Buddhism, I fight impermanence,” Lyons said. “I would like my sculptures to last until the sun burns out.”

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served with the Army’s 442nd Regimental Combat Team and was killed in action during a 1944 rescue mission in France. Lyon was 7 years old at that time.

“I just recently discovered that he is from my hometown of Elmira,” said Lyon. “We both went to St. Mary’s School and Southside High School, and he grew up five blocks from my house.”

Early beginnings Lyon is the oldest of three siblings. The day he was born in 1937, his father got a job at the Pepsi-Cola Company. His mother nicknamed their son “Pepsi” for good luck (which became his life-long sobriquet). Starting a family during the Great Depression needed some luck. Despite early hardships, Lyon describes his childhood as “marvelous.” His main interests were hunting and fishing, but, except for shop classes, he struggled mightily in school. Since his parents considered education a luxury rather than a necessity, they didn’t intervene.

To avoid a life of factory work after high school, Lyon joined the Air Force.

While stationed in post-war South Korea, he realized he was functionally illiterate. He taught himself to read in the recreation hut’s small library with a dictionary beside him. Reading was mind-altering and opened up a whole new life view.

After his discharge, Lyon attended Corning Community College, then Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and began teaching at Watkins Glen Middle School. During summers off, Lyon and his wife (a high school French teacher) traveled to Europe, the Caribbean and Africa. In Paris, Lyon visited

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Lyon at the Corning Museum of Glass glassblowing forms for his sculptures.

the breathtaking Grand Palais museum. “I thought I was on a different planet,” he said. He still hadn’t created a single piece of art but left with the thought of someday having his own museum.

In 1971 Lyon received a master’s degree at Elmira College and the couple started their family. They had a daughter, Cassandra, then Roxanne and Neil. In 1981 he bought the Horseheads property, took BOCES courses to learn masonry, framing, electric and plumbing and built a house for him and his family.

Steel, glass and sand In 1984, Lyon stumbled upon a book about steel sculptor David Smith and was captivated by Smith’s abstract expressionist work. “Instantly I knew I could do that,” said Lyon.

He began taking welding classes at BOCES and visited the Storm King Art Center’s outdoor sculpture museum which houses 13 of Smith’s works. This became the inspiration for creating his own sculpture garden – that museum he dreamed of at the Grand Palais in Paris.

Lyon’s first attempt was a crude amalgamation of old wrenches and drill bits. “It was awful,” Lyon laughed. Over time, Lyon honed his style and added color to some of his pieces. In

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Lyon’s 800th sculpture is an 8-foot tribute to Captain Joseph Laurence Byrne. The top panel is one of Zehr’s aluminum prism image prints. The sculpture is slated to be sandblasted and painted in summer 2024.

2010, looking for another medium to “cross fertilize” with steel, he started taking glass-making classes at Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG). He was immediately hooked. Eventually, Lyon added fused glass panels and abstract glass forms to his sculptures.

Lyon spent a lot of time at CMoG creating glass elements.

He often crossed paths with Connie Zehr. Zehr, a retired Claremont Graduate University art professor, moved from California to Horseheads in 2010 to be near her son who worked at CMoG. Zehr, also an artist, has an international reputation for creating large, temporary sand installations. She began making flameworked glass forms at CMoG to use as installation embellishments.

The two became friends and then romance blossomed (Lyon had divorced in 1985). They also became artistic collaborators of sorts. Zehr had created several series of scanned or photographed objects printed on aluminum panels. She gifted Lyon with some panels, which he integrated into his sculpture. Lyon has 11 different category titles for his work. Sculptures with glass elements are “Gafferism” and those featuring a Zehr panel are “Zehrism.”

“When visiting the sculpture garden, one can understand Pepsi’s progression of technique, competence and ideas. It is a magical place, something to see around every bend in the forest,” said Denny Smith, an abstract artist and friend. “And, now that Pepsi has added his glass, and Connie Zehr’s photos on metal, it glitters in the sunlight.”

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The garden is on his private property but Lyon offers guided tours to the public by appointment. “When Pepsi takes you on a tour and explains the significance of the pieces, you end in his poet’s corner. He pulls out one of his handmade guitars and sings,” Smith said. “It is a full body experience to visit. Bring a friend. It is fabulous.”

Lyon’s sculpture garden is intentionally a lasting physical legacy of his work. “I hate impermanence,” he said. Lyon’s next objective is to add a welcome center and parking area for public access in the form of self-guided tours.

Zehr’s art legacy is polar opposite as her ephemeral sand installations are swept up after their exhibitions. However, records of her work from 1960 to 2020 (sketchbooks, journals, correspondence, photographs, slides and clippings) reside in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. The Archives of American Art is an esteemed research center dedicated to collecting, preserving and providing access to primary sources that document the history of American visual arts. It’s an accolade that she did not seek out; Zehr is motivated by art, not by ambition. “I do what I do,” she said modestly.

“We both appreciate each other’s creations,” said Lyon.

“The artist professor from the West meets the outsider artist from the East and created a marvelous relationship.”

Learn more about Cornelius Lyon at theclyon.com and Connie Zehr at conniezehr.com.

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making a difference

Landfills, Denny’s and Deconstruction The Movement Towards a Circular Economy

by Dominic Gambaiani

T

he Finger Lakes Region is a beautiful area that has always appeared to be on the cutting edge of sustainable development.

Deconstruction is now a vital piece of this sustainable development puzzle.

Deconstruction is the reuse and repurpose of building materials, dismantling buildings in a systematic way for their optimal reuse. Many homes and buildings in Upstate New York are older, Deconstruction work at Purple meaning their composition Monkey Antiques in Weedsport is usually higher quality materials (old-growth wood, for example). In a demolition, these well-made materials, including their embodied carbon, end up in our landfills.

Deconstruction sees those items put back into our economy.

Local deconstruction endeavors CR0WD (Circularity, Reuse and Zero Waste Development) is an Ithaca-based group that’s spearheading deconstruction efforts.

Their endeavors reach throughout New York as they work with other municipalities, nonprofits and legislators to pave the way forward for a circular economy.

My personal experiences with deconstruction are thanks to an

inadvertent pilot my group, Cayuga Climate Action, stumbled upon in Auburn.

The closure and planned demolition of a newly renovated Denny’s restaurant left me curious as to what would happen to the contents of the building.

After months of attempts to grab the building owner’s attention, I was notified I had three days to bring folks in and deconstruct the building. The only problem was that I was supposed to start the following day and had yet to contact anyone about obtaining contents – I had no idea what a decommissioned diner would have available.

Despite my anxieties, after the three days about 60 to 70 percent of the building contents were salvaged. The contents benefitted a half-dozen or so small businesses, Auburn Public Theater, an Auburn soup kitchen and a half-dozen other local nonprofits.

Cayuga Economic Development Agency (CEDA) heard about our efforts and Cayuga Climate Action’s next project occurred the following month; we assisted a developer in Weedsport, clearing out his newly purchased building prior to renovations. Our goals were to save him landfill fees and ensure that the items were returned into circulation.

Both of these projects introduced our group to CR0WD. Thanks to this induction and several subsequent meetings, Auburn is now set to vote on a deconstruction resolution: a non-binding statement to illustrate city government’s support for the practice.

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Dennys items were re-homed to the Auburn Bagel Company during the deconstruction project.

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Waste not, want not So, why is deconstruction so vital? Think of the ability to salvage building materials and furnishings as a way to build a circular economy, where items are reused instead of simply discarded.

Deconstruction offers several benefits. It’s a way for small businesses, nonprofits and start-ups to acquire materials they may need for little to no cost. It allows developers to reduce fees associated with tipping.

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To dispose of these usable materials only to manufacture new ones emits more carbon, at a time when many municipalities across the state are adapting to our changing climate and reducing their emissions. Deconstruction is also a job creator. People are needed to dismantle, sort and sell usable building materials. Finger Lakes Reuse in Ithaca is a stellar example of the positive impacts deconstruction and reuse have socially, environmentally and economically.

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T

ommy Hilfiger’s life story weaves the cloth that dreams are made of. Born into a turbulent family with nine children, he grew up in Elmira with his parents Virginia and Richard Hilfiger. Tommy, who was born on March 24, 1951, said his early family life was “chaotic.”

“There were only five of us – all under the age of 8 – when we moved to 606 W. Clinton Street,” said Betsy, Tommy’s sister and the family historian. “We lived in that house from the time Tommy was 7, until Mom passed away in 2006.”

Elmira, securely tucked into the Chemung Valley, is also the final resting place of another gifted dreamer and brilliant self-promoter with costly tastes: Mark Twain. The writer and humorist often looked at the Chemung River in Elmira while he wrote about life on the Mississippi.

Like Twain, Tommy had his sights fixed on something else.

The early years In birth order, the Hilfiger tribe counted Kathy, Tommy, Susie, Elizabeth “Betsy,” William Henry, Bobby, Marie “DeeDee,” Andy and Virginia “Ginny.”

Two siblings are deceased. Billy died during the week of 9/11 from a glioblastoma. Susie died in 2018 after living for more than 40 years with MS. Staunch Catholic families of this size raised no eyebrows in Elmira.

“We were all very close,” Betsy said.

“We still are.”

Now a grandfather, Tommy credits his five children, two step-children and his siblings and their kids for keeping him Always dressed with class with a classic car in front of his Greenwich, CT mansion.

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Top: Tommy’s first store, called People’s Place, was created when he was in high school. The store, located in a basement, brought hippie fashion to the neighborhood.

Left: The Hilfiger clan with mother Virginia and father Richard and (in birth order) Kathy, Tommy, Susie, Elizabeth/Betsy, William Henry/Billy, Bobby, Marie/ DeeDee, Andy, and Virginia/Ginny.

Below left: Tommy Hilfiger, the label, is more than casual wear.

His lux Manhattan store features what he calls “the stairway to heaven.”

Below: Tommy not only dressed the Rolling Stones, he also helped orchestrate their tours.

energized and connected.

Tommy’s stargazing success seems so unlikely because he failed miserably in school, reading from the bottom of the page to the top – dyslexia was not a household word back then. Poorly suited for athletics, there wasn’t a Little League uniform small enough to fit him.

His path to fashion was direct and fast. His dad was always known as a fancy dresser, but it was Kathy, Tommy’s eldest sister, who shared her belief that the people who were wellgroomed, inhabited Elmira’s mansions and drove nice cars were “perfect.”

That aspirational fable resonated with her younger brother.

Game on.

Beginning with a paper route, Tommy’s vision began. By bartering his old bike and some cash, he obtained a nicer bike. He sold outgrown toys.

Later on, he traded a car for a lesser one because he always wanted a Volkswagen Beetle. Tommy raked leaves, shoveled snow and ran errands.

By age 12, Tommy bankrolled his summer camp experience at Elmira’s YMCA camp in the Finger Lakes by selling all of his salt-water taffy, going door to door reaching his newspaper customers.

“It was a dream come true,” Tommy said.

In the summer of 1969, Tommy journeyed to Cape Cod and came back hippiefied. With long hair and bell bottoms straggling in the dirt, he understood the energy these new threads produced. His parents were startled.

The first sentence of Tommy’s autobiography, “American Dreamer,” is, “I always planned my escape.”

Constant daydreaming and an obsession with Disney movies facilitated Tommy’s photographic memory. “The colors, the feel, the shine, the patina. All right there,” he noted. He has a fascination with uniforms. “I thought if you wore a number you were important, so I kept trying out for teams.”

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Failing tryouts, he bought a traditional varsity jacket (wool Melton, leather sleeves, stripes on the cuffs, snaps down the front and leather piping on the pockets) from Lou Paltrowitz’s sporting goods store, reasoning that some people on the street would think he was the real deal.

He still has the jacket; but now he is the real deal.

People’s Place – Elmira’s incubator for cool The Hilfiger family loves music, especially rock ‘n roll.

“Music in our house was coming out of every single window,” Betsy said.

In 1969, Tommy’s first store, People’s Place, opened. Music was always a part of the scene with vibes that beckoned the hip and faithful. The store – a hippie version of Ticketron – was where people bought tickets to mega-rock concerts at nearby Watkins Glen. Rockers came in to get their glam glad rags from these high school kids.

People’s Place had an in-house leather boutique – complete with a handsome long-haired dude – and a head shop fastidiously managed

by Tommy’s brother, Billy. Funded by $150 in Tommy’s savings, with Larry Stemerman and Jonathan Cornell Allen, the racks were filled with overstocked merchandise. Miles of bell bottoms, yards of peasant blouses and herds of leather jackets were all sourced in New York City, a citadel to style.

In 1972, Elmira was turned on its head when Tommy and Stemerman noticed that the Chemung River was dangerously high. They moved all of the basement stock to higher ground before an epic flood swept through the town.

Misfortune shined on them. People’s Place had the only clothing for sale, redeemable with Red Cross vouchers.

Suddenly grannies were wearing tie-dye in the grocery store.

“I was their first employee,” said Betsy. “I got a blonde and a brunette to sell. We worked for clothes, not money.

People in Elmira were so eager to get anything that was cool. We had a pretty good thing going.”

People’s Place grew to 10 upstate locations, mostly near college towns.

In the late 1970s, while returning to Elmira from buying trips to King Road in London, Tommy, a hometown boy who looked like Tom Sawyer, experienced culture shock – no time for sentiment for Elmira. “I hated it,” he wrote.

Ten years of running People’s Places was enough for Tommy and Sue Cirona, a former employee; Cirona would later become the mother of Tommy’s first four kids. While nostalgic for their red painted schoolhouse home, the couple – mostly broke but with plans to start a family – sold People’s Place to a brotherin-law and headed to New York City.

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While he was still an unknown, the famous game of Hangman was Tommy’s inspiration for a giant display in Times Square announcing his arrival to the fashion universe.

Murjani, the fashion hit marker behind Gloria Vanderbilt’s achievement, backed him and urged Tommy to use his real name.

They will learn how to pronounce it, Murjani said.

One of Tommy’s long-time friends, A.J Fratarcangelo – whose family has had hair salons in Corning for nearly a century – used to walk in fashion shows at People’s Place. When asked about his pal’s meteor-like success, Fratarcangelo recalls bumping into Tommy at a bar in Manhattan. “Tommy told me he had just signed a deal with Murjani, and he thought it might become something big.”

And the dream came true.

The brand’s launch was rocketed with a big billboard in Times Square that listed the top four designers. There was Ralph Lauren, Perry Ellis and Calvin Klein. Tommy, a then unknown, positioned himself at #4. What audacity, but boldness has genius, magic and power in it.

“I knew what was out there,” Tommy wrote, “I wanted this to be different.”

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Divorced in 2000, Tommy married Dee Ocleppo, a Grace Kelly look alike, at the end of 2008. They have a son, Sebastian. Ocleppo is a designer/philanthropist, working as the founder and creative director of Dee Ocleppo and creative director of Judith Leiber. Recently, she received the Philanthropic Leadership Award from amFAR. In 2010, the Tommy Hilfiger company was sold to Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation for $3 billion.

When fashion icon Anna Wintour called Tommy “the most grounded designer in America,” he had Elmira to thank for that.

Corporate headquarters are now in Amsterdam. The label appears in more than 2,000 retail stores, in nearly 100 countries, energized by 16,000 global associates.

In spite of two early soulsouring bankruptcies (due to a glut of merchandise and poor controls), in 2023 retail sales of Tommy Hilfiger products were $9 billion.

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“A heart of gold” Although he moved on from Elmira, Tommy never forgot about his family. When his siblings Billy and Susie were sick, Tommy orchestrated their treatments, often using his private jet. He arranged a waterfront home for Susie that was specifically outfitted with leadingedge facilities and staffed with 24-hour support.

Virginia, his modest mother, would try to resist his sending the jet to pick her up in Elmira to visit, saying she was fine on the bus. Working as an evening nurse, Virginia became head nurse and held that title for more than 40 years, loving every day of it. Years later when his brand took flight, Tommy began making substantial donations of nearly $2 million, including nursing scholarships, to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center where she worked.

His foundation supports many causes, but people with special needs, MS and autism are personal passages he honors in his wellguarded private life.

In the late 1980s, “when I began making a little money,” Tommy felt moved to share the bounty. Elmira native and the first Black Heisman Trophy winner, Ernie Davis, established the Ernie Davis Community Center for less fortunate children; the Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation granted several million dollars for camp upgrades. Camp Tommy was created for thousands of New York City children. In 25 years, Tommy’s company donated more than $50 million to causes around the world including the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial on the National Mall.

Above: Tommy’s long time friend, A.J. Fratarcangelo, at his hair salon on Market Street in Corning where his family has done hair for nearly a century.

Left: Betsy Hilfiger, Tommy’s sister, was also his first employee at People’s Place and worked for him later in Manhattan. A few years ago she moved back to Elmira.

As the brand approaches its 40th anniversary, the company continues to prioritize giving back, supporting national and international nonprofit organizations, including the Red Cross Netherlands, Foreseeable Future Foundation, Race to Erase MS, Humanitarian Resources International Foundation and Fashion Minority Alliance.

“Tommy has a heart of gold,” Betsy said.

Tommy Hilfiger calls his aesthetic “classic with a twist.” There are hints of youthful, preppy relaxation and sexiness, producing an iconic American identity suited up for a global appetite. The utter collapse of the American office dress code gave the label added certainty.

Today, wearing Tommy Hilfiger means never being out of step.

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Rainey Gleich, graphic artist and marketing director at Lamplighter Ministries, speaks about Lamplighter’s mission and how it’s rooted in sharing stories.

How did Lamplighter Ministries get started as an organization, and what was the inspiration?

Our founder and president, Dr. Mark Hamby, could read but hated to read. Until he was 22 years old, he had never read a book. After hearing keynote speaker Charlie T. Jones, Mark would be forever changed by the words that he heard Charlie say: “You’ll be the same five years from now as you are today,

except for the people you meet and the books you read!” Charlie was seeking for someone in the audience to whom he could ask his famous question: “What books have you been reading that are transforming your life?” And sure enough, out of 3,000 in attendance, Charlie found Mark! After a providential meeting at the close of the conference, Charlie obtained Mark’s home address and sent Mark a dozen biographies – and the rest is history!

Today, through Dr. Hamby’s leadership and influence, Lamplighter Publishing has published more than 270 books, produced 35 audio dramas and launched a one-year collegiate prep program (The Masters Guild). At the heart of the ministry are the Lamplighter books. Each book is hand-crafted and bound on site at the Lamplighter Bindery and nationally registered historic

headquarters in Mt. Morris, NY. What is your position with Lamplighter, and how did you get your start?

I am a graphic artist and the marketing director for Lamplighter. I am mainly responsible for our print, web marketing and emails. I also illustrate, design book covers and do creative writing. I grew up with Lamplighter stories, and they have been a very special part of my life. In Fall 2021, I came to Lamplighter as a graphic design intern, and I have been on staff ever since.

Can you explain what Lamplighter represents and how it seeks to fulfill its mission?

Lamplighter represents hope and trust for families who are seeking character-building stories for their

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Guided by our mission “to know God intimately, proclaim him passionately and enjoy him infinitely,” Lamplighter Publishing is strategically engaged in building Christlike character one story at a time. Through the mystery and adventure of Lamplighter stories, the framework of character development is formed and the pursuit of excellence is cultivated. The dominant theme of hope is developed by characters who persevere in adversity, being fully

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These are books that were originally written in the 17th to 19th centuries

that are no longer in print. Each of these powerful stories are edited and rewritten by our Lamplighter team and republished for families globally.

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Our next highly prized product is our audio dramas. These are adaptations of our books in audio drama form. Each drama is produced with world-class actors, sound engineers and music designers to create immersive and life-transforming stories. To date, Lamplighter Theatre has produced 35 audio dramas which are heard by more than a million listeners weekly in 34 countries.

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Our stories! Some of our best titles are “Teddy’s Button,” “Sir Knight of the Splendid Way,” “The Secret Bridge,” “That Printer of Udell’s” (President Ronald Reagan’s favorite book!), “Sir Malcolm and the Missing Prince,” “Tip Lewis and His Lamp,” “The Giant Killer” and “The Lamplighter” (which outsold “The Scarlet Letter” by 60,000 copies the first month in 1850).

Another highlight is our campus! We have cultivated a beautiful campus which is open to tours year-round. Our campus is comprised of an 1800s classic gothic church building that has been refurbished into a bindery and recording studio which is adjacent to our charming bookstore. We also host a six-day Guild for creative disciplines every summer on a gorgeous 55-acre plot with woods, a waterfall, a pavilion, gazebo and flowers galore!

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What is the favorite part of your job?

I love the people that I get to work with and the mission behind what we do! We have a very unique work environment here at Lamplighter that is very homelike and welcoming. We begin each day with Bible reading and prayer.

We have our own in-house cafe and commercial kitchen where we love making culinary creations and eating together.

There’s always a lot to do here. I can truly say that the stories we send out are captivating and life-changing. As one of our actors once said, “Lamplighter is a destination!”

What are your roots? Are you a Finger Lakes native?

I am originally from Virginia, but I have worked in the Finger Lakes Region for almost three years.

What do you enjoy most about the Finger Lakes Region?

I enjoy the beauty of creation here. Our team has spent a lot of time over at Conesus Lake and Letchworth State Park, enjoying the landscape and soaking in the beauty.

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