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A dad considers whether he’s turning into his father.

Get to know Sera Bullis, a performer at the June 21 Leon Festival.

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Bake some treats for your best (canine) friend.

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What it takes to adopt a pet for the first time.

FAMILY FACES The co-founder of an animal rescue matches cats with their humans.

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Not every workplace is a good fit for a dog, but Family Times has been pet-friendly for a few years now.

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At various points there have been as many as four dogs running around in one day. And nobody bats an eye when a Lab runs across the room to chase a ball or if some dog drool hits the floor.

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My coworker’s adoption of a puppy, Cherry, two months ago, was cause for general celebration at the office. At home, I have cats (whom I love), but at work I also get to have a puppy to pet, play with—and, yes, put on the cover of Family Times. Because we know you, too, may have or be about to have animals in your life, this issue covers: whether a cat or dog is a good fit for a young family (page 14); treats to bake for your canine friend (page 12); and how a local cat rescue matches its animals with owners (page 18). In addition, there’s an interview with up-and-coming singer-songwriter Sera Bullis (page 9), who’s performing at the June 21 Leon Festival at Onondaga Lake Park. But, wait, there’s more! We’ve done some digital remodeling and have a new site at familytimescny.com. All updates, including each month’s calendar of family-friendly local events, will go there. We hope you enjoy the new look, enhanced usability, and fancy dot-com URL!

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A Father’s Son Do I fit into the ‘classic dad’ mold? BY NEIL DAVIS JR.

check the forecast every morning. At some point over the years, I developed a compulsive desire to know the odds of needing a light jacket next Tuesday. It’s not that strange. Living in Central New York, we experience our fair share of unpredictable weather. But my climate curiosity began to remind me of my dad who, back in the 1980s, would stay glued to The Weather Channel as though convinced that a Sharknado was forever looming. Once I noticed this connection between us, every forecast began to sound the same: “There will be squalls of inevitability moving eastward into your subconscious, with a 90 percent chance that you are slowly turning into your father.” That prospect has never fazed me. I can’t point to a single Darth Vader-Luke Skywalker moment when my legacy became apparent to me. Instead, it dawned on me over time—and thankfully did not involve an invitation to join my father in his conquest of the universe.

I’m sure there must be some sons or daughters who have difficulty finding a printed message that captures their father’s character.

As far back as I can remember, my father has embodied the kind of dad depicted across any rack of Father’s Day greeting cards. I’m sure there must be some sons or daughters who have difficulty finding a printed message that captures their father’s character. My family has never had that problem. Hallmark’s scribes seem to have my dad in mind at this time of year. Father’s Day cards rarely stray from a few conventions, the most common being golf, beer and tools. This seems to suggest fatherhood is nothing more than playing 18 holes and then tossing back a few Budweisers while changing out a carburetor. True, my father has probably done all of that in the span of a Saturday afternoon. But it is all of the other things that have earned him titles like “Best Dad Ever” or “No. 1 Dad.” (I have never heard mention of second or third place. There’s just a universal tie for first, all fathers apparently being equal.) Still, I believe that my siblings and I have been extra lucky. We grew up with my father as a constant, influential presence in our lives. I understand that this is not the case in every home, and I appreciate the positive impact a father can (and should!) have in his children’s lives. Our father taught us this without really trying. 6

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He taught us right from wrong, right from left, and the right to return any item to any store without a receipt or an explanation. He helped coach Little League teams and got enough co-credit on school projects to earn several honorary elementary school diplomas. Over the years, he has endured countless band concerts, plays and chorus recitals, each one less watchable than the last. He can barbecue like Bobby Flay, drive nails like Bob Vila, and nap like no one should be physically capable of doing. Two of my father’s greater passions have made a solid impression me: his love of popcorn and of groan-worthy jokes. I’m pretty sure I inherited both of these traits. I welcomed this, as there is no “pop butter” than him. (“Corny” jokes that hit the punny bone? Yeah, that’s just how “eye roll!”) Now retired, my parents vacation professionally, another talent I hope to someday acquire. My dad owns an absurdly youthful Ford Mustang, a reminder of his philosophy that you are only as old as you feel. Considering the many sacrifices he has made for his family over the years, I can think of no one more deserving of a little relaxation and careless spending. My father, 74 years old this month, is the patriarch of a multigenerational continued on page 8

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family. Each of his four children has stolen pieces of his wisdom and embraced them as our own. As I help raise (with my exwife) one of his six grandchildren, I realize exactly how high the paternal bar has been set. And I wonder where I stand. I like beer, but I don’t enjoy it enough for it to be featured on a greeting card aimed at me. The same goes for golf, as my scores usually fall in the unmentionable range. I’m handy with tools, although some of my father’s finer skills may have skipped a generation. Few Father’s Day cards make reference to the time that you nearly electrocuted yourself. But none of that matters. The traits I really hope I inherited from my dad are less definable yet more consequential: selflessness, compassion, generosity of spirit. These are tough to express on a greeting card but easy to see as they get handed down to my daughter, my nieces and my nephews. I will continue to check the forecast each morning. Maybe an obsession with predicting the weather is just part of becoming a father, given that fatherhood already comes with enough unpredictable moments. And

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Bullis began putting lyrics to her music around age 10 (when she also sang at the U.S. Tennis Open) after a few years of piano lessons. Her first musical performance came when she was 12, opening for folk singer Cheryl Wheeler at the Auburn Public Theater with a starting collection of original pieces. She has gone on to pen more than 30 songs, with one—“Way With Words”—winning the 15-year-old West Genesee high schooler second place in the 2017 International Songwriting Competition. Nearly 16,000 entries were read and ranked by a panel of judges, which included the likes of Lorde, Ziggy Marley and Bastille. In addition, local audiences might remember her from her role as Scout in Syracuse Stage’s To Kill a Mockingbird in 2016. She won a best supporting actress SALT (Syracuse Area Local Theater) Award for her performance. Bullis lives in Camillus with her father, Jon, mother, Dawn, and sister, Natalie, age 17. Bullis will make an upcoming appearance as the headliner of the June 21 Leon Festival at Onondaga Lake Park in Liverpool. She spoke with Family Times about balancing school and music, and more. (This interview has been edited and condensed.)

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inger-songwriter Sera Bullis stepped into the Syracuse spotlight this year when her EP The Road to Marcellus won Best Pop in the 2018 Syracuse Area Music Awards (Sammys), and she was awarded the Brian Bourke Best New Artist Award.

You got into music at an early age. Can you talk a bit about how you got on this path and what sparked your interest in music? SERA BULLIS: I’ve always been interested in music. My parents are really musical, and they sort of introduced my sister and I to it at an early age. So it was always with me, and as I got older it grew as I did. And here I am today. What would you say is your favorite part about making music? SB: It would either be how I feel when I sing and think about the songs, or it would be how my songs make other people feel. I love when other people feel something about my music, and it’s fun to see how they interpret the pieces.

Do you remember what one of your earliest songs was about? SB: One of the very first songs that I remember was called “I Miss You, Rue.” That was when my cat, Rue, died and I wrote her that song. Lyrics was another thing I wanted to touch on. Are there any specific areas you draw inspiration from for your songs? It’s usually from experiences—either mine, or friends’ and family members’ experiences. Or even if I’m watching a TV show and there’s a certain interesting situation, then I can kind of use that and write a song about it. continued on page 10

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continued from page 9 Did you ever take music classes, or was it mainly self-taught? SB: When I was 7 I started piano lessons, but then we moved and I had to drop them. I haven’t had any other classes really since then. It’s mainly been self-taught. With guitar, I was on-again off-again from the age of about 11 or 12, and when we moved I again had to stop seeing my teacher. I just picked that up again with lessons recently. The ukulele I just bought to have fun with. I’ve had different vocal teachers here and there. I have cello lessons in school—I just started playing that last year. Do you have any particular show or performance that was special to you? SB: My album release party at Funk ’N Waffles was great, because everyone I knew was there at the same time. It was weird but also really cool. I had people from school, people from past shows, people from rock camp, my dad’s coworkers, my sister, cousins. It was like everyone from different parts of my life came together in one room; it was like the worlds were colliding.

You are in high school, but you also have this budding musical career. Is it ever difficult to juggle both of those lifestyles?

You are pretty young for a musician who has begun to win these different accolades. Has anyone ever commented about your age?

SB: Sometimes. But if I’m doing a show or something, I’ll either bring homework with me to do during the down time, or a book to read. But I usually do most of my homework while I’m at school, and if there’s ever a complication my teachers are usually understanding about it. I’m on high honor roll, so it’s going pretty good. I have a good balance between school and music.

SB: Yeah, of course. There’s never really been negative things, other than online. People online have said, “You’re too young, you need to wait until you’re older.” But most people understand that you need to start at a young age because it takes a long time before you can really break in and before people actually start noticing you.

What do your friends think of your music?

SB: Definitely. That’s where I’m headed. One of my songs, “Way with Words,” won second place in the teen category in the International Songwriting Competition, and one of the prizes you get is a free scholarship to a summer school out in California in LA. It’s one week long, so my family is going out for two weeks for vacation, too, and we’re hoping while we’re out there we can get my music out there more. We already booked some gigs. I’m just trying to spread my music everywhere.

SB: They’re all pretty supportive. One of my friends is my biggest fan ever: She came to my album release party, and she’s always playing my songs at school. They all love it and listen to my stuff on Spotify. How do your parents fit in? SB: My whole family—my mom, dad and my sister—we’re like a team. My sister took my album photos, and she took multiple pictures for my website. My parents help out with finding gigs and jobs. And then when we have to go to the shows, everyone helps with bringing equipment.

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Dogs are known to help people lower blood pressure. The act of simply petting an animal reduces anxiety and produces a calming effect. Dogs shower us with affection. That sense of pure love can help those who are struggling with a sense of loneliness. Dogs “listen” so well, they even help us communicate.

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Remember, our dogs love it when we’re talking to them. They’re not judging as we’re reading and perhaps stumbling a little bit, or mispronouncing a word here or there.

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Bake up some special dog biscuits | BY CHRIS XAVER

ome of my earliest and favorite memories feature a dog. A BIG dog—a Great Dane named Lady. Other recollections are of being pulled around the yard by Smokey on a harness attached to a sled.

The rumor was that Smokey was part wolf. I was just a kid. I have no idea. Of course, he looked like a wolf to me—he was most likely just a Husky mix of some type. But to us, he was a wolf and we made up stories about his exotic existence and how he landed in our yard.

To me, dogs equal love. And I’m not alone in thinking that; 36.5 percent of American households have at least one dog. They’re not just for companionship: Dogs can also be therapeutic. At the college I teach at, as final exams approach, our library schedules times when dogs are brought in for students to play and interact with. (Apparently, we took a cue from the Lillian Goldman Law Library at Yale, which began using therapy dogs some seven years ago.) In fact, schools across the country are offering dogs as ways for both students and teachers to de-stress and feel joy and love at no cost to the institutions.

I disagree. I think our dogs are here to help teach us (and our kids) that lesson, too: how we can grieve and yet remember the good times, how to go on living without them, and how to go on and love another. We aren’t replacing them, we are simply sharing the love. I think that’s a great lesson for us and those in our lives. So, to make the most out of the time I have with my furbabies, I like to make special treats for them. Here are two recipes for biscuits. My dogs love anything with bananas or peanut butter in them. I hope yours do, too!

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You see, all of our dogs over the years found us. We never bought a pet. And that’s still the way it is. Today, I have four dogs. (I had more, but Xena passed from old age a few months ago.) I don’t go looking for dogs, but I have a problem saying no when they land in my lap.

Dogs give us so much, but the one thing that I hear from my friends is that our canine friends just don’t live long enough. When they lose their companion, I often hear them say they don’t want to get another dog because they can’t go through that loss again.

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Chris Xaver, Ph.D., is a local TV and radio personality, and chair of the communications and media arts program at Tompkins Cortland Community College. She has four dogs and one cat.

EASY DOG TREAT RECIPES Vegan Dog Treats 3 cups whole wheat flour 2 cups quick-cook oats 1 cup peanut butter 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder 1/ 3 cup oil (use what you have or like—olive, coconut or canola)

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Knead and roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. If the dough is too loose, add a bit more flour. If it’s too crumbly, add a bit more oil. Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into shapes with cookie cutters. Or cut into strips or roll into small balls. Use a silpat or parchment paper on a cookie sheet to prevent sticking. Place the shapes about 1/2 inch apart on the cookie sheet, and bake for about 25 minutes, until lightly browned. Store in the fridge or freezer.

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Peanut Butter and Banana Dog Treats 1 egg 1/3 cup peanut butter 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/ 2 cup oats (you can use quick or old-fashioned) 1/2 cup mashed banana

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FURRY FRIENDS What it takes to adopt a pet for the first time Story by Tammy DiDomenico Photography by Michael Davis

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oung families considering adopting a pet need to think about a range of factors before allowing a new creature to join the household. People who work to ensure successful pet adoptions say it’s not a life change to be made lightly.

Local animal welfare organizations such as Helping Hounds Dog Rescue in DeWitt and the CNY Cat Coalition do their best to dissuade impulse adoptions. Courtney Armbruster of the CNY Cat Coalition says most families seeking to adopt a pet have given some serious thought to the decision. But there are those who—upon seeing a litter of kittens or a puppy at a rescue center or a pet store—take in an animal without thinking it through. Her advice? Please don’t!

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CNY Cat Coalition coordinates foster placements for about 90 cats around Central New York with the goal of finding them permanent homes. The cats can be viewed on PetFinder.com, or at local PetSmart locations in Liverpool and Fairmount. “Those looking to adopt can arrange to meet (the cats) to see if it is a good fit,” Armbruster says. “We don’t do same-day adoptions.” While many young kids are drawn to puppies and kittens, Armbruster says an

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animal’s temperament is a more important factor than its age. “Every cat has a very different personality. The good thing about getting them when they are very young is that they get used to your kids,” Armbruster says. With so many rescued cats and dogs available for adoption, Armbruster encourages families to consider those before going to a breeder or a pet store. “There are valid reasons why someone would want to go to a breeder, but we encourage people to consider rescued animals,” she says. “They make wonderful pets.”

Do Your Homework In addition to knowing what to look for, experts say it’s essential to know what you are willing to do. “It’s important to make sure that you are ready and that you have realistic expectations,”

says Kathy Gilmour, director of Helping Hounds. “The expenses associated with veterinary care can be a big consideration for many people. We see people who think that getting a dog will make them get out and walk more. They don’t. Dogs have a lot of value to add to families. But they are also a lot of work. They have to have exercise and companionship. They also need training. All of that requires time.” For families looking for dogs, Gilmour suggests doing some research on what breed, size, and temperament of dog would fit best. “People forget that this is a commitment that can last for many years,” she says. “Fostering does help with that a little bit. Families have access to more information about our dogs. Our foster families watch the dogs and how they interact in the home.” Helping Hounds dogs are usually with foster families for about three weeks. Most are house-trained before they are adopted.

“ It’s important to make sure that you are ready and that you have realistic expectations. ”

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· Adopt a rescued animal whenever possible. · Consider older pets. · Know what you are willing to do with and for a pet. · Consider the potentially high cost of veterinary care. Even indoor cats need regular vet visits and vaccinations. · Expect that your kids will do far less to care for a pet than they say they will. · Make sure everyone in the house is on board. · Always spay and neuter your pets.

continued from page 15 Gilmour says the organization—which opened in 2009—has a very high success rate. About 1,800 dogs were successfully placed last year alone. Gilmour estimates that only about 4 percent of adopted pets are returned within the first 60 days. While it is often recommended that families with very young children not get a new pet, some families like the idea of pets and children growing up together. Helping Hounds requires that everyone who will be living with its dogs be introduced prior to adoption. “We have adopted to families with everything from infants to college-aged children,” Gilmour says. “Sometimes a young puppy does see a young child as a great chew toy.” Armbruster says that for families that have never had a cat before, some of the most common questions involve the litter box. All cats adopted through the CNY Cat Coalition are litter-box trained. Adoption fees through the CNY Cat Coalition are $100 for a young kitten and $65 for a cat over 6 months old. This covers spaying or neutering, rabies and distemper shots, and a leukemia test. If it turns out that the cat is not a good fit, the CNY Cat Coalition does have a twoweek return policy. “After two weeks, we almost certainly will still take the animal 16

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back, but there’s no refund of the adoption fee,” Armbruster says. “I’ve taken cats back after three years.” A common reason why cats do get returned is allergies. “There are some breeds and some coat types that are less likely to trigger allergies, so we can steer people toward those. It’s a hormone in a cat’s saliva that people are actually allergic to,” Armbruster says. “Siamese and shorthaired white cats have the least of it.”

A Family Affair Jordan Fleischmann, of Cicero, adopted her black Labrador retriever, Abby, when her son, Jackson, was only 10 months old. “My mom’s friend was moving and she had to find a new owner. I already knew the dog, so I was confident it would be a good match.”

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Jackson and Abby became fast friends. Fleischmann says she specifically chose to get a Lab because she knew the temperament would make it a good choice for a family dog. “I was nervous about the dog biting Jackson, especially with him being so little. But Abby was in love with him.” Fleischmann got Jackson used to the rules of dog ownership as soon as he was able to understand. Safety was paramount. “Right from the beginning he had to learn: When Abby is eating or drinking, leave her alone. When she has her toys, don’t touch.” Fleischmann says. “Teaching Jackson the boundaries was the hardest. But I am consistent.” Jessica and Brett Butler also added a pet to their family while raising small children. They adopted Sebastian (or Sea Bass)—a large, high-energy, longhaired cat—before their older son, Dominick, was 2, and their younger son, Brooks, was just 2 months old. “It was really hard with Dom because he hadn’t had a pet before. It was a kitten, and it wanted to play, but we had to teach him not to pick it up, or pull its hair. Occasionally, we do have to remind him not to throw a toy at the cat,” Jessica says. “With Brooks, we’ve never had an issue with him pulling his tail, or anything like that.”

vironment for two years. We’ve had many kittens die already this year.”

The decision to add a cat to the family stemmed from Dominick’s love of stuffed cats and other feline toys. “One day he asked if he could get a real cat, and we were like, ‘Sure!’” Jess recalls with a laugh. “We were doing Chats With the Cats at the SPCA during the summer (a program where visitors can read to sheltered cats) and I saw him there.”

(In April, Helping Hounds announced that several dogs had been infected with canine distemper, a serious viral disease that is rare in Central New York. The shelter temporarily suspended adoptions in order to assess the health of its animals and prevent the spread of the disease. Then it reopened.)

Armbruster says it’s important to understand that adults in the household are ultimately responsible for a pet’s care. “When your 6-year-old says they’re going to clean the litter box every day, that doesn’t mean it’s going to happen. And what happens if she doesn’t? Are you going to keep the cat? It’s not a toy and it’s not a disposable thing.”

Families with a new pet should select a veterinarian and bring the animal in for an exam as soon as possible, recommends Dawn Counterman, a certified dog trainer and operations manager at Liverpool Village Animal Hospital, which is owned by Douglas Wojcik.

While adult cats are significantly more independent than a puppy, families have to consider how busy everyone in the household is. “Some people have kids who are involved in travel sports, and they’re gone every weekend,” Armbruster says. “It’s not just a part-time pet, it’s an all-time pet. Just check your lifestyle. Is it conducive to a dog or a cat? How often are you going to be available to play with it, snuggle it?”

Dogs are given a heartworm test; cats get checked for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Flea and tick prevention is vital for both.

CNY Cat Coalition will not adopt out a kitten under 6 months old unless there is an adult at home during the day, or another animal to keep it company. “Young kittens don’t thrive as well without a friend, or a lot of attention. If you are looking for a very young animal, you should get two,” Armbruster says. Fleischmann knew full well that getting a dog while raising a young son would mean more work for her. But even at 2, Jackson is learning the basics of pet care. “When it’s time for Abby to come in, he calls her in. He puts food in her bowl when it’s time for her to eat. We take walks together when the weather is good.”

“We like to do it within a few days,” Counterman says. “Many pets come here from other states, so we like to get a good baseline assessment on them.” Veterinarian Douglas Wojcik with Peanut, a patient at Liverpool Village Animal Hospital.

In it For the Long Haul Surprisingly, Abby the Lab was quick to adjust to the unfamiliar place. “It only took Abby about a day to get used to being in a new home,” Fleishman says. “That night, she was sleeping on my bed.” Like all young dogs, Abby benefits from consistent behavior training. Fleischmann says this is the most difficult aspect of having a young dog and a young child in the house together. “Disciplining a dog is hard to do with a little one,” she says. “But we’re learning.” For the Butlers, a cat has been a good choice of pet because they are rarely home on weekdays. Since he is still so young, Sebastian has tons of energy. When the family is home, Sebastian can be found right there with them, hanging in the family room as the boys play, or snuggling with Jessica at night. In addition to requiring companionship, pets also need veterinary care. “Pets need vaccines and they need to be seen regularly by a vet. We recommend that cats be indoor only, but people don’t know that it is the law in New York state for cats and dogs to be up to date on their rabies vaccines,” Armbruster says. “Even more concerning is the distemper vaccine. There are incredibly bad strains of distemper going around right now. You can carry it into the house on your shoes from the soil, and if your cat is not vaccinated, it can be exposed. Distemper can remain in the en-

Counterman, who has been at the Liverpool Village Animal Hospital for 13 years, offers pre-adoption counseling sessions during which she discusses the financial and time responsibilities of pet ownership. She also offers puppy socialization classes, a toe dip of sorts for the behavioral training she hopes all pet owners get for their dogs. Counterman loves to see children attending the puppy socialization classes with the dogs. “It is really important that the kids get a little bit of that basic training,” she says. New pet owners can be overwhelmed by issues as basic as what to feed an animal, “because there is so much information out there,” she says. “I would like new pet owners to know that there are services out there to help with many situations,” Counterman says. “We want to treat the whole patient.” Many adoption programs—including the CNY Cat Coalition—encourage or even require spaying and neutering. Those adopting very young kittens have to sign an agreement that they will get their pet “fixed” by the time it is 7 months old. By taking the long view regarding pet ownership, more families—like the Butlers and the Fleischmanns—can build happy, healthy relationships with their animals. There are plenty of animals looking for good homes, and there are many resources to foster successful matches. Award-winning writer Tammy DiDomenico lives in DeWitt with her husband and two sons. FAMILY TIMES JUNE 2018

Linda Young, co-founder of KittyCorner cat rescue.

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ne cat. That’s how KittyCorner, a no-kill, volunteer-run cat rescue located in the village of Liverpool started out. Linda Young, along with her sister, Deb Young, co-founded the nonprofit in 1992. Since then, the siblings have seen thousands of felines come through their doors to eventually find their forever homes. The two keep up to date on shelter and rescue information by researching the latest in literature and attending conferences. They are also involved with the Animal Alliance of Greater Syracuse, a nonprofit animal welfare agency, which is currently working on establishing a high-volume, low-cost spay and neuter clinic. Family Times recently caught up with Linda Young at the bustling Cafe at 407. (This interview has been edited and condensed.) Tell me a little bit about your background and how KittyCorner was first established. My sister Deb and I live together and we’ve always had cats as family pets, but we realized that cats really needed us. There’s such a huge overpopulation problem, so many unwanted cats and some of them are absolutely wonderful animals. And we thought if we could just get them off the streets and into homes, that would help those cats. So we began in 1992: We took in a cat. It was actually a friend who had a neighbor who found this cat. About 2,000 cats later, we still like the friend!

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We look at the applications. You can get a feel from the application about whether this person would really care or not. We look at their past history with animals. Have they had animals that lived a long time? And if not, it’s OK, it doesn’t knock them out of the running, but we might ask them a

question: “This cat died at 4, what happened to it?” It’s that sort of a process. Then it’s just a matter of talking to them and seeing how they interact. That’s what gives us the confidence. What makes a successful adoption? Somebody who can love a cat. But it’s hard to define love. They don’t have be expert cat trainers or anything like that. But somebody who cares enough to get it to the vet when it’s sick. To be kind to it, to want to interact with it, to play with it. These are so many of the things that we do with our cats every day. We want people that will do that. We also are happy to follow up with anybody about any behavior problems that crop up. Lots of times people don’t want to work with the problem. They just want the perfect pet and if it doesn’t happen, that’s fine, they can bring them back. So you have a return policy? We want to make sure that every cat and every adopter are happy with each other. We have a lifetime return policy. If at any time they can’t keep the cat for any reason, we want to take it back. It’s not just that we will if we have to, but we want to take it back because we consider ourselves responsible for that cat, for its life. Do you have a success story you’d like to share? Oh, there are so many! We had a cat named Toby. He came to us when a woman passed away. Big red cat, kind of like a big Morris cat. Toby could be very affectionate, but he was used to getting his own way. And if he didn’t get his own way, he would bite and he would bite to injure. So we worked with Toby and he kind of got to tolerate us, but we were very strict. He was not allowed to bite. The correction in continued on page 20

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continued from page 18 this case was just using sharp words, which cats do respond to. We still showed him a lot of love and attention. He gradually learned. By that time he was getting on the older side, he was 8 or 10, and a young man came. He wrote about Toby. It was love at first sight. He took him home and we kept in touch a long time. We had another gorgeous longhaired cat. He was returned twice because he wanted to chase people’s feet. Now he didn’t do it with us, but whenever he was adopted he had to chase people’s feet. So another young man came and really liked him and we said, “Well, there is a problem, he likes to chase feet,” and the guy said, “That’s OK, I’ll wear my boots.” So this was the kind of guy we needed for that cat. We figure if we wait long enough, the right person will come along for every cat. What do you find most rewarding about your work? Getting to know all the different cats and their personalities, because every single one is different. You could probably put them into categories—this one’s sweet, this one’s playful—we kind of group ’em like that in our minds, but really, the real personality you really have to experience. What do you find to be the most difficult about your job? Death. Because if you have a number of cats, you’re going to experience that at one time or another. The other day, the ferals that we were trapping in Bayberry, we knew one was pregnant, but before we could even get her into the vet, she had a kitten. One kitten. But she was so stressed, she wouldn’t take care of it and it died. How many volunteers do you have and in what ways do they help? We have about 12 volunteers that help us. Whether they’re socializing cats and working with kittens or whether they’re actually doing the scooping and cleaning, we couldn’t do it without them. What are some things many people might not know about cats and their habits? Cats are territorial. They have to have ownership. That’s where a lot of the marking behavior comes from. That’s where a lot of stuff that you would call misbehavior comes from. As far as adjusting a cat’s behavior, you have to sort of go with the cat and modify it. You can’t train a cat— well, you train a cat exactly as you do a dog, with clicker training—but dogs are to please you, cats are to please themselves. It’s how they’re made. They live by instinct. If you can’t accept that, then probably a cat is not the right pet for you. Is there anything you would like to add? One of the things that I wanted to get across is the fact that we know better than to get overcrowded. I feel so bad when we have to say no. And sometimes we don’t even return calls because we get too many. It’s the only way to keep going. Our answering machine says, “If we can help, we’ll get back to you.” We do our best. Tami Scott is an award-winning writer who lives in Liverpool. 20

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Friday, May 25 Sensory Play Time. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Babies and

toddlers can engage in sensory exploration and play in this self-guided program. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Go, Dog. Go!. 7 p.m.; through June 16. Gifford Family Theatre performs a musical based on the beloved book by P.D. Eastman, a show full of color, clowning, surprises, and dogs. Coyne Center for the Performing Arts, Le Moyne College, 1419 Salt Springs Road, Syracuse. $15/adult; $10/child. (315) 445-4200. giffordfamilytheatre.org.

Saturday, May 26 Pokemon Open Play. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Children ages 8-12 can come play Pokemon at the library. Bring cards to play and trade, or use provided decks. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

Treefrogs and Peepers.

8-10 p.m. Adults and kids (age 5 and up) can go on a night hike to Philips Pond, to listen for and try to spot frogs. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. (315) 673-1350. Register: baltimorewoods.org.

Sunday, May 27 Memorial Day Watchfire. Dusk-8 p.m.

Veterans and non-veterans gather for a watchfire ceremony and lighting of a pyre to honor those who have served the nation. Watchfire Park (between Routes 690, 695 & State Fair Boulevard), State Fairgrounds, Geddes. Free. cnyvva103.org/ watchfire.html.

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Tuesday, May 29 See Ongoing Events

Wednesday, May 30 Brewerton Teen Book Club. 4-5 p.m. Teens

will talk about this month’s selection, The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater. NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. (315) 676-7484.

Thursday, May 31 Pajama Story Hour and Craft. 6:30 p.m.

Kids can wear pajamas, hear stories, make a craft and eat a snack. Petit Branch Library, 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3636.

Friday, June 1 Taste of Syracuse. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; also June

2. Sample foods from area restaurants and hear live music. Clinton Square, downtown Syracuse. Free admission; $1/samples. (315) 471-9597. tasteofsyracuse.com.

North Syracuse Family Festival. 11 a.m.-5

p.m. Annual festival features crafters, music, and games for children, among other activities. Lonergan Park, 524 S. Main St., North Syracuse. Free. facebook.com/NorthSyracuseFamilyFestival.

Saturday, June 2

Be the Scientist. Noon-4 p.m. Explore the

activities of an architect. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST). 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Museum admission: $12/adults; $10/seniors and ages 2-11. (315) 425-9068.

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Paige’s Butterfly Run. 7-11 a.m. Annual event features Caterpillar Crawl, a 40-foot scramble for children age 5 and younger; as well as a 3K walk; and a timed 5K race. Day-of registration begins 7 a.m. Proceeds benefit Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Hanley Federal Building Plaza, 100 S. Clinton St., Syracuse. Free/Caterpillar Crawl; $35$45. MaryKate@pbrun.org. pbrun.org. Rocket Team Challenge. 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Rockets designed, built and launched by teams of students in middle and high school blast off and compete for awards. Sponsored by the Museum of Science & Technology (MOST), Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science and others. Skytop Field, South Campus, Syracuse University, Syracuse. Free. (315) 425-9068. most.org.

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a scavenger hunt, a guided walk on Three Meadow Trail (9 a.m.) and a guided walk about beavers (2 p.m.). Beaver Lake Nature Center, East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $4/vehicle. (315) 638-2519.

Family Fishing Day. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Kids and adults can learn the basics of freshwater fishing from volunteers and staff; bait, rods and reels provided, but bring a rod if you have one. Carpenter’s Book Fish Hatchery, 1672 Route 321, Elbridge. Free. Registration required: (315) 689-9367. Paws to Read. 10:30-11:30 a.m.; also June 9, 16, 23 &

30. Kids can read to a friendly dog from Paws Inc. of CNY. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

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Taste of Syracuse. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. See June 1 listing. Go, Dog. Go!. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.; through June 16. See May 25 listing. Hansel and Gretel. 12:30 p.m. The Magic Circle Children’s Theatre presents a comical, interactive version of the tale, in which the brother and sister are clueless until they get help from a leprechaun and children in the audience, and teach the grumpy witch the virtue of kindness. Children are invited to dress as their favorite fairy tale character. Spaghetti Warehouse, 689 N. Clinton St., Syracuse. $6. Reservations recommended: (315) 449-3823.

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Ukulele for Beginners. 1-2 p.m. Pat Doherty teaches a class for newcomers to the ukulele. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org. Oz-Stravaganza Parade. 2 p.m. Costume contest

(registration starts 11:45 a.m., judging at 12:15 p.m.) and parade through the center of town, from Sullivan Free Library, on Route 5/Genesee Street, to Community Savings Bank. Kid’s fun run takes place at 11:15 a.m., at Chittenango Fire Department, 417 Genesee St., Chittenango. Other Oz-Stravaganza events on June 1 and 3. Various locations, village of Chittenango. (315) 415-8546 or (315) 333-2286. oz-stravaganza.com.

Sciencenter Showtime. 2 p.m., Saturdays. Weekly program explores

different aspects of science. Upcoming programs focus on: dogs, cows, DNA, and space research, among other topics. Sciencenter, 601 First St., Ithaca. Admission: $8/adults; $7/seniors; $6/ages 3-17; free/under 3. (607) 272-0600. sciencenter.org.

Kidz Bop Live. 6 p.m. Four kids take the stage to perform hits in a concert

intended for families. Lakeview Amphitheater, 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse. $32-$195 (plus fees). kidzbop.com/tour.

Sunday, June 3 AIDS Walk/Run. 8:30 a.m. (registration); 10 a.m. (walk/

run). 5K timed run and 10K certified run, plus food, drinks and prizes. Event benefits ACR Health’s programs. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. Donations. (315) 898-2599. acrhealth.org/ events.

Monday, June 4 Gaming for Adults with Special Needs. 1:30-3 p.m. Adults with special needs can play Wii games and board games; caregivers must remain in the room. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org. Paws to Read. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Readers can work with

therapy dog Mollie for 15 minutes. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

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Multiple Moms Mingle. 6:30 p.m. Monthly meeting of mothers and expectant mothers of multiples. Twin Trees Too, 1029 Milton Ave., Syracuse. For more details and to reserve if you wish to attend: multiplemomsmingle.com.

Tuesday, June 5 Storytime & Book Bike in the Park.

10:15-10:45 a.m.; also June 12, 19 & 26. Kids and caregivers can walk from the library to Onondaga Lake Park, near the Wegmans playground. There they can enjoy stories and songs, and check out books and DVDs from the Book Bike. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

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19. Children ages 3-6 take part in a full-body experience that incorporates yoga poses, breathing exercises, songs and more. Mats are provided; socks must be worn. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: (315) 637-6374. ffl.org.

Tween Scene. 5-6 p.m.; also June 12, 19 & 26.

Kids ages 10-14 can make crafts, play games, and engage in other activities. Something different every week. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.

Early Learners Storytime. 11 a.m.-noon; also June 13 & 27. Children ages 2-4, with accompanying adult, can take part in a session with stories, rhymes, songs and crafts. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org. Homeschool STEAM Club. 1:30-3 p.m.

Homeschoolers ages 5-10 can learn about science, technology, engineering, art and math with handson activities and experiments. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 4570310. lpl.org.

Teen Geeks. 6-8 p.m.; also June 20. Teens can

play board games in the first session of the month and video games in the second. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 4570310. lpl.org.

Words and Music Songwriter Woodshed.

6:30-9 p.m. Songwriters of all ages and skill levels can bring work, and get and give constructive opinions and suggestions. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl. org.

JP Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge.

6:45 p.m. Onondaga Lake Parkway closes early for the annual event, in which more than 8,000 people typically participate. Old Liverpool Road will remain open. Free for spectators. Registration closed. (315) 299-2669.

Thursday, June 7 Trail Tales. 1 p.m. Children ages 3-5,

Wednesday, June 6 First Steps. 9:30-10 a.m.; also June 13 & 20.

Children who are good walkers, up to age 3, can with a caregiver take part in a program with music, movement, crafts and more. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Nature Art Class. 10:30

a.m. Kids ages 2-6 can go outdoors to collect natural objects and bring them indoors to turn them into art. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

Baby Storytime. 10:30-11:30 a.m.; also June

13 & 20. Babies and caregivers can share rhymes, songs, stories and signs in this language-building program. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Stress-Free Finals. 6-7:30 p.m. Teens can engage in stress-relieving activities and crafts to help them get through their final exams and papers. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org.

accompanied by an adult, can hear stories read by a naturalist and then go on a hike. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. Admission: $4/vehicle. (315) 6382519.

NOPL at Brewerton Book Sale. 4-7:30 p.m.; through June 9. First day, presale of hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books and DVDs. Regular sale, June 8; bag sale, June 9. NOPL at Brewerton Library, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. $5/June 7; free admission/June 8 & 9. (315) 676-7484.

St. Sophia’s Greek Cultural Festival. 5-9

p.m.; through June 10. Learn about Hellenic culture with festival food, music, dancing and more. Sample delicious Greek pastries, some of which are only available for the festival, or tour the church. St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church, 325 Waring Road, DeWitt. Free admission. (315) 446-5222. syracusegreekfest.com.

Spring Concert. 6:30 p.m. The Lyncourt Community Band and the Harmony Katz barbershop chorus perform. St. Daniel school gym, 3004 Court St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 432-1005.

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Friday, June 8 Time for Tots Playgroup. 9:30-10:45 a.m.;

also June 22. Education playgroup for children ages 18 months-5 years and their caregiver. Stories, songs, arts and crafts, and more. Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 8131 Soule Road, Liverpool. $3/ family. Registration recommended: (315) 622-2843. NYCrossofChrist.org/Tots.

NOPL at Brewerton Book Sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; through June 9. See June 7 listing.

St. Sophia’s Greek Cultural Festival. 5-10 p.m.; through June 10. See June 7 listing.

Saturday, June 9 Syracuse Regional Soap Box Derby. 9

a.m.-3 p.m. Boys and girls ages 7 to 17 compete to qualify for the International Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio. 2100 block of South Geddes Street, at Stolp Avenue, Syracuse. Free for spectators; $45/race fee (preregistration required). (315) 382-7629. soapboxderby.org/syracuse.

Seneca River Day. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Festivities, live music, Anything That Floats contest (4 p.m.), the Great Seneca River Duck Race, and fireworks (dusk). Mercer Park, North Street, Baldwinsville. Free admission; fee for some activities. baldwinsvillerotary.org. CNY Fiber Arts Festival.

10 a.m.-4 p.m.; also June 10. See sheep shearing, sheepdog herding and examples of fiber arts. Activities for kids include games, educational activities, farm animals on display, and crafts to make and take home. Butternut Hills Campground, 6893 Route 20, Bouckville. $6; age 12 and under; $10/ weekend pass. (315) 899-7792. cnyfiber.org.

Peterboro Civil War Weekend. 10 a.m.-5

p.m.; also June 10. Experience the mid-1800s, with re-enactors filling the village (skirmishes each day), period music, children’s games, and wealth of

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NOPL at Brewerton Book Sale. 10 a.m.-4

response to the birth process, including comfort measures and labor support techniques. Presented by CNY Doula Connection. CNY Healing Arts, 195 Intrepid Lane, Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (607) 483-8284.

p.m. See June 7 listing.

Tuesday, June 12

Go, Dog. Go!. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.; through June 16.

dealers offer vegetables, fruit, nuts, flowers, baked goods and more for sale. Clinton Square, Syracuse. (315) 422-8284. downtownsyracuse.com.

See May 25 listing. After the 2 p.m. performance, audience members can wear crazy hats and parade across the stage.

First Day Downtown Syracuse Farmers’ Market. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Farmers and produce

Sign Language Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m.

Children ages 3-6 can learn several signs that correspond to the stories that day. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Cicero Community Festival. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

Annual event features live entertainment, a children’s play area, parade (11:30 a.m.) and fireworks (10 p.m.). Behind Sacred Heart Church, 8229 Brewerton Road, Cicero. Free admission. (315) 699-1358. cicerofestival.com.

Duck Race to End Racism. Noon-4 p.m. In the main event, sponsored rubber ducks and ducklings are launched in the harbor. A family festival includes entertainment, children’s games, free ice cream, and more. A benefit for InterFaith Works. Syracuse Inner Harbor, West Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse. Free admission. (315) 449-3552. Community Fair. Noon-4 p.m. Get a chance

to meet community first responders from local police and fire departments, and enjoy carnival games, a bounce house, face painting, and free hot dogs. New Testament Baptist Church, 1235 Old Stonehouse Road, Jamesville. Free admission. (315) 449-2354.

St. Sophia’s Greek Cultural Festival. Noon10 p.m.; through June 10. See June 7 listing.

Sunday, June 10 Peterboro Civil War Weekend. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See June 9 listing.

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Saturday, June 16 Junior Café Scientifique. 9:30-11 a.m. The

The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig. 11 a.m. Puppets an inventive retelling of the

old classic. Open Hand Theater, Shoppingtown Mall, Suite No. 3, 3649 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. $5. (315) 476-0466. openhandtheater.org.

Go, Dog. Go!. 7 p.m.; through June 16. See May

Wednesday, June 13 Teen Anime Night. 6-8 p.m. Teens can come

and talk about anime. Cosplay is okay, but library staff must approve. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Thursday, June 14 Smartplay. 10:30 a.m. In

this self-guided program, children from infants to age 6 can put on a puppet show, play games, shop in the grocery mart, and meet other families. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Open Late ’Til 8. 4-8 p.m. Explore a science theme with hands-on activities. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Half-price museum admission: $6/adults; $5/seniors and ages 2-11. (315) 425-9068. most.org.

Technology Alliance of Central New York presents a talk titled “Below the Surface: The Fisheries of Onondaga Lake,” given by biologist Anne Burnham. The talk is geared toward middle school students, who must be accompanied by an adult. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Free. Register by email: jrcafe@tacny.org.

Upcycling. 10-11:30 a.m. Participants age 10 and

up can learn how to make painted crafts using paint chips from the paint department. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. Registration required: lpl.org.

Toddlers’ Tango. 10:30 a.m. Children ages 1-5 can sing and dance to music from around the world. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 4463578. Juneteenth. Noon-10 p.m. Celebration of

African-American culture and the end of slavery includes live entertainment, an education center, a culturally diverse food court, and more. Clinton Square, Downtown Syracuse. Free. syracusejuneteenth.org.

Hansel and Gretel. 12:30 p.m. See June 2

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Let’s Get Hiking. 1-3 p.m. Participants age

13 and up can learn about gear and packing, navigation, food, and emergency preparedness. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. (315) 673-1350. Registration required: baltimorewoods.org.

Go, Dog. Go! .2 p.m. See May 25 listing.

Sunday, June 17 FATHER’S DAY

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Participants ages 5-17 can learn about the solar system, including the phases of the moon and our distance from Neptune. Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $15. (315) 673-1350. Registration required: baltimorewoods.org.

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2017 Go, Dog. Go!, May 25 through June 16 Father’s Day Canoe Tour. 8:30 a.m. Fathers, grandfathers, favorite uncles or even mothers will enjoy this early morning paddle to look for beaver lodges, blue herons, painted turtles and other wildlife. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $20/program (including canoe rental); $4/vehicle. Registration required: (315) 638-2519. Father’s Day Strawberry Fest. Noon-4 p.m. Enjoy ice

cream, homemade biscuits, whipped cream and strawberries. Fathers accompanied by kids eat free. Take a tour of the 1856 building on your visit. Prices not set at press time. Wilcox Octagon House, 5420 W. Genesee St., Camillus. (315) 488-7800. Fee. octagonhouseofcamillus.org.

Monday, June 18 Minecraft Nights. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Kids can

compete in survival mode with others their age. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

Homeschooling 101 for Parents. 7-8:30

p.m. Parents of homeschoolers can learn about different topics; in this session, participants will discuss homeschool learning in the summer. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

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Thursday, June 21 Leon Festival. 5-10 p.m. A family-friendly festival with bounce houses, food trucks, a craft tent, fireworks, and a performance by Sera Bullis, a local teen singer-songwriter. Onondaga Lake Park, Onondaga Lake Park, Liverpool. Free. (315) 471-9597.

Friday, June 22 Star Party. 9-11 p.m. See constellations and planets through telescopes. Venus, Jupiter and Saturn will be visible. (Backup date: June 23.) Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. $9. (315) 673-1350. Register: baltimorewoods.org. Jamesville Balloonfest.

4-11 p.m.; through June 24. Daily flights of more than two dozen special shape and hot air balloons, weather permitting. Live music acts and arts and crafts fair. Jamesville Beach Park, Apulia Road, Jamesville. Free admission; some attractions additional cost. Parking: $10/vehicle. General information: (315) 703-9620. syracuseballoonfest. com.

Syracuse Polish Festival. 4-10:30 p.m.; through June 24. A celebration of Polish heritage and traditions, with live music, dance performances, Miss Polonia and Polish food. Activities for kids. Clinton Square, downtown Syracuse. Free admission. polishscholarship.org.

Summer Kickoff Party. 6-8 p.m. Family-

friendly event includes lawn games, robots, and a concert by The Coachmen, the rock band featuring Family Times’ own photographer, Michael Davis. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Saturday, June 23 Ride and Run for the Rescue. 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Take part in any of the following: 5K run/walk; one of four supported bicycle courses, from 10 to 62 miles; or two-mile family fun bike ride. Children’s activities. Long Branch Park, Longbranch Road, Liverpool. Registration fees (starting at $35 without fundraising), plus donation commitments. (315) 701-3891. rescuemissionalliance.org. Cherry Festival. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; also June 24. Annual festival’s activities include picking of cherries (sweet and sour); apple chuckin’ with a giant slingshot; live music; and crafts for sale. Varick Winery, 5102 Route 89, Romulus. Free admission. (315) 549-8797. varickwinery.com. Garden Tour at Sycamore Hill. 11 a.m.-4

p.m. Enjoy over 250 acres of landscaped gardens and ponds (filled with koi fish), 500,000 flowering bulbs and 700 flowering trees and shrubs. Also craft vendors, face painting, music, food for sale. A benefit for CNY Land Trust. Sycamore Hill Gardens, 2130 Old Seneca Turnpike, Marcellus. $10/general, at door; free/age 8 and under. sycamorehillgardens.com.

Jamesville Balloonfest. 1-11 p.m.; through June 24. See June 22 listing.

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Monday, June 25 Libraries Rock Summer Reading Kickoff. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. A party and

registration for adult, teen and children’s clubs; those who arrive early get free books. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. Registration required: lpl.org.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party. 2-4 p.m. Children and teens can

make crafts, register for reading programs, see Nate the Great, and more. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

Chia Pets. 3:30-5 p.m. Participants age 7 and up (those under 10 must be accompanied by an adult) can make their own chia pet from nylon stockings and other materials. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. Registration required: (315) 699-2032. nopl.org. Tuesday, June 26 Moreland the Magician. 11 a.m.-noon. Moreland the Magician performs his new comedy magic show; great for all ages. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. Registration required: (315) 699-2032. nopl.org.

Homeschool Chess Club. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Homeschoolers and families can learn to play chess or match strategies. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org. Graffiti Bags. 2:30-4 p.m. Young people going into grades 6-12 can turn plain tote bags into exciting creations with the help of spray fabric paint. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org. Princess and Pirate Party. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Children age 4 and up, accompanied by a caregiver, can dress as a princess, pirate or knight, and work together to build a castle and make crafts. NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. Free. (315) 458-6184. nopl.org.

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Wednesday, June 27 Bubble Party. 10:30 a.m. Babies, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to a bubble party! Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org. Make Mug Cakes. 4-5 p.m. Teens can learn to make cakes in a mug. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. (315) 699-2032. nopl.org.

Zoo to You. 6-7 p.m. Children of all ages and families can get face to face with zoo animals. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.

Sprockets to Spokes. 6-7 p.m. Participants can learn how to care for and fix their bikes. Bring questions and be ready for hands-on activity. NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. (315) 676-7484. Code Dojo. 7-8 p.m. Tweens can join other techies

to explore different aspects of technology each month. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. Registration required: lpl.org.

Thursday, June 28 The Incredibles Party. 2 p.m. Children in grades K-2 can take part in a

superhero explosion with a theme based on the characters from The Incredibles. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Sidewalk Art. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Children of all ages can creak chalk art, play sidewalk games, and eat ice cream sundaes in this kickoff to the summer reading program. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524. salinalibrary.org. Teen Water Balloon Battle. 4-5 p.m. Two teams, of five to 10 participants

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Saturday, June 30 Be the Scientist. Noon-4

p.m. Explore the activities of an astronomer. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST). 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Museum admission: $12/adults; $10/seniors and ages 2-11. (315) 425-9068.

Hansel and Gretel. 12:30 p.m. See June 2

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ONGOING EVENTS Animal Demonstrations. May 26-June 24: Saturdays & Sundays, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; June 26-Sept. 3: daily, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. “In the Wings” bird show, penguin feedings and various animal encounters. Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse. Admission: $8/adults; $5/senior citizens; $4/children; free/age 2 and younger. (315) 435-8511. Horseback Riding. June 1-24: Friday-Sunday,

Onondaga County Beaches. June 2-10:

Saturday & Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 16-Aug. 12: Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, noon-6 p.m. Aug. 18 & 19: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Jamesville Beach Park, 4110 West Shore Manor, Jamesville. Oneida Shores Park, 9400 Bartell Road, Brewerton. $7/vehicle. (315) 435-5252 (Jamesville) or (315) 676-7366 (Oneida). onondagacountyparks.com.

Time Out to Fish. June 4-July 13: 10 a.m.noon or 1-3 p.m. Children and adults with special needs, as well as senior citizens and small groups fish for rainbow trout. Maximum group size is 20. Carpenter’s Book Fish Hatchery, 1672 Route 321, Elbridge. $3/person. Registration required: (315) 689-9367. Downtown Syracuse Farmers’ Market.

Tuesdays, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; June 12-Oct. 9. Farmers and produce dealers offer vegetables, fruit, nuts, flowers, baked goods and more for sale. Clinton Square, Syracuse. (315) 422-8284. downtownsyracuse.com.

Canoeing & Kayaking.

June 2-24: Saturdays & Sundays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 25-Sept. 4: Saturdays & Sundays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Paddle around Beaver Lake searching for beaver lodges, turtles and herons. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $10/hour of rental. Admission: $4/vehicle. Call for current weather conditions: (315) 638-2519.

Nature on Wheels. June 5-26, Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m. Tours of the trails on an electric vehicle,

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for visitors with mobility limitations. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $3/person; plus admission: $4/ vehicle. Preregistration required: (315) 638-2519.

Peanut Butter Jelly Time. Thursdays, 5

p.m. Members of the community can join in making more than a hundred bagged lunches to hand out to the hungry and homeless in downtown Syracuse. The Road, 4845 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. (315) 218-6066. wholelygroundsattheroad.org.

Weekend Walks With a Naturalist.

Saturdays and Sundays, 2 p.m. Nature discovery hike with different topics each weekend. Beaver Lake Nature Center, Route 370, Baldwinsville. Admission: $4/vehicle. (315) 638-2519.

Great Swamp Conservancy Nature Trails. Daily, dawn to dusk.

Throughout the year, visitors can grab their walking shoes and explore 4.5 miles of well-groomed, flat trails. Trails feature a 900-foot boardwalk, osprey nesting platform, and wetland and grassland restoration areas. The area is a stop for many migratory waterfowl and songbirds; other wildlife include muskrats and beavers. Great Swamp Conservancy, 3.5 miles off I-90, Exit 34, 8375 N. Main St., Canastota. Free. (315) 697-2950.

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10 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 26-Sept. 2: daily except Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See Highland Forest on an hour-long guided horseback ride. Highland Forest Park, Route 80, 3 miles east of Fabius. $35/hour. Reservations required: (315) 289-3775.

Baltimore Woods Nature Center. Hiking trails and parking are free and open every day from dawn to dusk. Interpretive Center open MondayFriday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sundays. 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. (315) 673-1350. Wegmans Playground. Boundless Playground for children (and parents) of all ages and abilities includes accessible swings, slides, bridge and more, including special section just for the tiniest tykes. Onondaga Lake Park, Route 370, Liverpool. Free. (315) 451-PARK. Barnes & Noble Storytimes. Thursdays,

10 a.m. Join a storytime for toddlers and preschoolers that’s features a book, songs and coloring. Barnes & Noble, 3454 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 449-2948.

Maxwell Library Storytimes. Storytimes

and book groups for all ages. Call for dates and times. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661.

Northeast Community Center Library Storytimes. Preschool storytimes with rhymes

and occasional games; youngsters learn group listening and participation skills. Call for times. Northeast Community Center Library, 716 Hawley Ave., Syracuse. Free. (315) 472-6343, Ext. 208.

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