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RECIPES FOR BLUEBERRY CRISP + LAYERED SOUR

CREAM DIP MAKE YOUR GRADUATION PARTY GO FROM AVERAGE TO A+ SWIMMING

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Syracuse Shakespeare-InThe-Park brings traditional Elizabethan theatre to Thornden Park.

How you can make your next graduation party go from average to A+.

Save these recipes for your next picnic or Fourth of July celebration.

Nine swimming spots families should visit this year – plus our annual activities guide.

EDITOR’S NOTE

Syracuse truly comes alive during the summer months; it feels like there is always something going on.

In fact, that inspired our June Question of the Month: What is your favorite summer festival or special event in Central New York?

There certainly are a lot of options (I know I look forward to the Syracuse Arts and Crafts Festival each year). See what Family Times readers had to say on page 6 – then check out our calendar each month for the full list.

Graduation season is also upon us. On pages 14-15, Pam Molnar shares 10 ways you can make your next party go from average to A+.

There’s a special day coming up for dads, too. But before I continue, I want to give a quick shout out to my dad, who just wrapped up a 45-year career as a mechanical designer. Congratulations, and enjoy your retirement! Now, back to Father's Day. In honor of the holiday, which, by the way, falls on June 16 this year, we put together a short list of ways you can celebrate locally; you can find it on page 12.

Thank you for reading – and happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, and father figures, in Central New York!

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Summer has arrived in Central New York! Turn to pages 20-21 for some places you can cool off during the season’s hottest days, then check out our annual Summer Activities Guide on pages 22-25; it includes the best local spots for miniature golf, u-pick berries, and more.

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The City of Syracuse, the Syracuse City School District, Onondaga County, and New York State are collaborating on the area's first STEAM high school. Open to Syracuse City School District and OCM BOCES component districts, it emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. The curriculum offers eight concentrations, including:

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Join Executive Director/Planning Principal Jody Manning, MBA, Ed.D., for an informational session about the upcoming STEAM high school. During the session, you will be able to ask questions and receive additional info about the programs, the application process, and more!

Other presenting programs: Semiconductor Microchip Technology P-TECH program at Corcoran High School and Career and Technical Education programs offered at the Syracuse City School District.

QUESTION OF THE MONTH QUESTION OF THE MONTH

Visit our social media pages to answer the July Question of the Month!

What

is

your

favorite summer festival or special event in Central New York?

“Taste of Syracuse.”

– PHIL, CAMILLUS

“I know it’s super typical, but the state fair! It holds so many memories for my family and friends; each individual person has a funny memory of themselves, favorite food, and activity. We live right by it too, so we see it grow, come together, and be taken down again.”

– ALLIEY, SYRACUSE

“Crawfish Festival.”

– MICHAEL, CICERO

“New York State Fair.” – KATHIE, ONEIDA

“We go to the NYS Fair every year.”

– KATIE, AUBURN

1. What is your educational background, and how did you come to be a second grade teacher and the lower school literacy coordinator at Manlius Pebble Hill School?

I grew up in Cooperstown and attended the University of Notre Dame, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. I earned my Master of Science in Education from Northwestern University. While living in Chicago, I taught in Flossmoor, Illinois. When our family moved to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania for my husband’s job, I started teaching online at the college level. This allowed me to continue teaching while staying home with my two young children.

In 2012, I moved to Syracuse. When my daughter started fifth grade at Manlius Pebble Hill, I knew it was where I wanted to work. I was thrilled when I saw that MPH was hiring a lower school teacher. I started teaching at MPH in 2018. I’ve had the opportunity to complete literacy training in the science of reading.

In addition to being a classroom teacher, I am also the literacy coordinator for the lower school. In this position, I find professional development opportunities for lower school teachers and provide resources to support our work with the science of reading. Spreading the word about this approach to teaching has become my passion.

2. How do you make reading fun and versatile for your students?

Teaching literacy is my favorite part of the day, and I hope my students can feel that! We have two parts of reading work each day. The first part focuses on word recognition. These activities help my students build skills in reading and writing words. The lessons include partner work, games, work with sand trays, and getting students up and moving. The other part of our reading work is integrated with our science and social studies topics. That makes the lessons engaging and meaningful for the students. Right now, we are learning all about caterpillars and butterflies. We will read a lot of books and learn new vocabulary. We also have caterpillars in our classroom. We are so excited to study them as we watch them transform into butterflies.

Kate Berry, Second Grade Teacher and Lower School Literacy Coordinator at Manlius Pebble Hill School

BY JANELLE DAVIS

3. How do you collaborate with the other teachers with reading goals?

I am very lucky to work in such a collaborative environment. If you were to join a conversation between teachers at the end of the day, chances are we would be talking about literacy. We talk about what works well and what is challenging, and we ask for advice about how we can best support our students. I learn so much from my colleagues every day. We also let our students know that we are still learning and growing, just like them.

4. What is your favorite part of being an educator?

It is hard to choose a favorite part, but when I see a student growing as a reader, it fills me with joy. Being able to read opens up the world for students. Science has shown us that the early years of education are crucial when it comes to literacy instruction. When I can provide effective instruction for a student so that they gain confidence and start to see themselves as readers, there is nothing better than that!

Know an educator who deserves a mention? Email courtneyk@familytimescny.com.

Janelle Davis is a freelance writer living in Fairmount with her family.

Treat Yourself

Syracuse Shakespeare-In-The-Park brings traditional Elizabethan theatre to Thornden Park

BY COURTNEY KLESS

Travel back in time during a performance by Syracuse Shakespeare-In-The-Park.

It all began during a lunch conversation more than two decades ago, when two couples, who both adored Shakespeare, realized there weren’t many opportunities to see his works performed outdoors in the Elizabethan tradition. So, they decided to create one. In 2003, Syracuse ShakespeareIn-The-Park presented its first show, A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream, in Thornden Park.

To this day, it is the only organization in Central New York that focuses exclusively on the famed playwright and poet.

“Our mission statement revolves around preserving Shakespeare’s language and making it accessible and available,” said Dan Stevens, the producing artistic director for Syracuse Shakespeare-In-The-Park. “We spend a lot of our preparation on being authentic with regard to both the use of language and the techniques of staging, so that what our audience in 2024 will experience is as similar to the Elizabethan experience of 1602 as we can make it. It helps us that we’re doing it outside, not in a school auditorium. The original plays were performed outside with all the ambient noise, with the crowd getting up and moving around, with a very elementary set. In the tradition of Elizabethan theatre, the actors bring the show on with them, and when they exit the stage, the show leaves.

Nature is our scenery, and the sun provides our lighting.”

In the beginning, Syracuse ShakespeareIn-The-Park presented one show each summer. Now it does two: a tragedy the first two weekends in June and a comedy the second two weekends in August.

“We try to select something that references Shakespeare in some way, the period in which he lived, or his rivals,” said Stevens. “We gradually work our way through the canon; we try to do the more popular plays more frequently, but we would like to produce them all at some point.”

Syracuse Shakespeare-In-The-Park’s choices for 2024 are Hamlet and The Two Gentlemen of Verona (there is a short description of each in the box on the right). Both are free to the public, but donations are welcome. And be sure to bring a folding chair or a blanket to sit on.

“It’s a unique local opportunity, and I encourage everyone to check it out and see some of this classic literature being performed,” said Stevens. “It’s a lot more fun to watch it than it is to sit down and read it.”

Courtney Kless is the Editor in Chief of Family Times

She lives in Camillus with her husband.

Syracuse Shakespeare-InThe-Park’s Summer Shows

Hamlet

June 7–9 and 14–16

Up first is Hamlet, selected because of its popularity (Syracuse Shakespeare-InThe-Park did shorten it from four hours to a more manageable two hours and 15 minutes). The June show is typically performed on the grass, about 20 yards from the audience. “This creates a sense of intimacy,” said Stevens. “The actors can hear the reactions of the crowd.”

The Two Gentlemen of Verona Aug. 2–4 and 9–11

For its second show, Syracuse Shakespeare-In-The-Park will present The Two Gentlemen of Verona, thought to be Shakespeare’s first play. “It doesn’t have the maturity of his more familiar scripts,” said Stevens. “There’s a lot of low comedy, a lot of word play, and a lot of clowning.” So, to make the show entertaining to its 2024 audience, the organization enlisted a former Ringling circus clown to teach the performers.

For more information, visit ssitp.org.

Four Ways You Can Celebrate Father’s Day in Central New York

This Father’s Day, there’s no need to search far and wide for the perfect celebration. There are plenty of ways to make the day memorable right here in Central New York. Here are four ideas:

1. Catch a baseball game. Celebrate Father’s Day with the Syracuse Mets. Their June 16 matchup with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs will feature Tyler’s Amazing Balancing Act, a jersey giveaway, and a catch with dad on the field once the game is over.

2. Go canoeing or kayaking. If dad loves the outdoors, take the family to Beaver Lake Nature Center for the day. Canoe and kayak rentals will be available throughout Father’s Day weekend (or you can bring your own, if you’d prefer).

3. Enjoy a round of golf. This year, treat dad to a day on the golf course (the region is home to more than 60 of them, according to visitcentralnewyork.com, so you’ll have plenty to choose from). If miniature golf is more your speed, turn to page 22 for a list of local options.

4. Take a boat tour. Dad and the kids will both enjoy a narrated boat ride on Skaneateles Lake. Mid-Lakes Navigation offers sightseeing cruises, lunch/dinner cruises, and mailboat cruises – and you can easily book them online.

Local Specials

City of Syracuse Department of Park & Recreation

Purchase a greens fee on June 16, and receive a complimentary round of golf for fathers, grandfathers, or caregivers. Where: 300 Coleridge Ave., Syracuse (Burnet Park Golf Course); 100 Caleb Ave., Syracuse (Sunnycrest Golf Course) More information: syr.gov

Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo

Admission for fathers is free (but you must purchase one child admission).

Where: 5135 Rome-New London Road, Rome. More information: fortrickey.com.

La Fleur de Beauté

Through June, La Fleur de Beauté is offering three pedicures for $110, three facials for $150, and three massages for $180. Where: 6900 Highbridge Road, Fayetteville. More information: lafleurdayspa.com

The Wild Animal Park

Mention the zoo’s Facebook post, and fathers will be treated to a $5 discount and a train ride.

Where: 7621 Lakeport Road, Chittenango. More information: thewildpark.com.

20 Gift Ideas for Dad

Are you still searching for the perfect gift? These local (and non-local) products are great for any holiday or birthday.

For more community news, visit communityguide.familytimescny.com/article. To submit a news item, email courtneyk@familytimescny.com.

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10 Ways to Make Your Graduation Party Go from Average to A+

BY PAM MOLNAR

If you have a child graduating this year, chances are that you will be attending a lot of their friends’ parties as well as hosting your own. As a mom who has been there, I know it’s tough to make your graduation party stand out. You will likely use the same caterers, bakeries, and entertainment as the other graduates, causing an undesirable déjà vu.

It’s important to remember that even though your child may graduate from the same school and participate in the same activities as their friends, they are still individuals. If you want to make their story stand out, try some of these ideas:

1. A Memory Jar

Purchase a clear jar or decorate an empty canister. Then leave blank papers, colorful markers, and a note saying, ‘Please share a memory of Caitlin.’ Since most people might not know what to write, give them ideas like where the friends met or memories from overnight trips or team events. Another idea is to provide

pictures in a scrapbook and let the friends add their memories to each page.

2. Letters to the Graduate

I did this for my daughter’s high school graduation. She was attending a school out of state in the fall, and I wanted her to have something to open if she was feeling homesick. Her friends wrote notes on provided stationery and sealed them in envelopes. I gathered them up and handed them to her on move-in day.

3. Photo Booth

There are two ways you can do this. The easy, but more expensive, way is to hire a photographer who comes with props. The more budget-friendly option is to get a large frame from a

thrift store and decorate it with the school colors. Hang the frame from a tree or in front of a nice backdrop. You can also provide inexpensive props like a graduation cap, colorful sunglasses, or graduation photo booth printables.

4. Cardholder

Graduates, like brides, always have an awkward reaction when they receive cards from their guests. Are they supposed to hold them all night? Of course not. Make it easier for your graduate by creating a gift table. Provide a decorated mailbox or vintage suitcase for guests to drop the cards off. You might want to put this table next to the memory jar table.

5. Trivia Cards

Trivia cards are a great way to share the graduate’s story. Create questions and answers about them. For example, what instrument did John play in middle school or what wing was Allie’s locker in at school? Write the questions on the outside of an 8½ x 11 sheet and fold them over. Guests will have to lift for the answers. Place the cards where guests will see them. We put ours on the wall next to the drink table.

6. Photos of the Graduate

A photo display is a great way to show how much your graduate has grown. You can arrange the photos on a wall or poster or make a photo slideshow to display on your TV. Set it up on a loop and guests can stop to view it as they come through the party area. (Warning to parents: when selecting the photos, be sure to have a lot of tissues.)

7. They Earned It

Let’s face it. Your child worked hard to receive her awards, trophies, scholarships, and other honors. It’s okay to show them off a little. Add to the display by filling dishes with Smarties, Nerds, gummy worms (for bookworms), and cookies (because he is one smart cookie). You can also find sports-themed chocolate candy online for your athletic graduate.

8. A Unique Dining Experience

Your child and their friends are going to attend a lot of graduation parties. Make yours stand out by doing something beyond chicken and pasta. If you are having a large crowd, a pig roast might be fun. If you don’t want to have the mess inside, try contacting a food truck vendor where guests can dine on street tacos. For dessert, go beyond the rectangle cake with their name on it and try a s’mores or sundae bar.

9. Games and Entertainment

Get your guests moving and mingling with backyard games like cornhole and volleyball. Look for graduation themed games online like Jeopardy, Family Feud, or Pictionary. Hire a DJ to play music and rent a dance floor to put over the grass. You can also capture the moment with a caricaturist or predict their future with a fortune teller.

10. Hashtags and Sharing

No party is complete without social media posts. Provide signs on the tables for your guests so they know what hashtag to use when posting pictures of your child’s graduation. Make it unique to your party like #MattsgradNVHS2024. To capture all the fun photos taken that day, provide QR codes to your Google Photos, Dropbox, or Flickr accounts.

Blueberry Crisp

Recipe and photo courtesy of Hood

INGREDIENTS

• 5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

• ¼ cup sugar

• 3 Tbsp. flour + ¼ cup

• ½ cup oats, raw

• ½ cup packed brown sugar

• ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon

• ¼ cup butter, cold

• ½ cup chopped walnuts

• Hood® Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 375˚F.

STEP 2

In a medium mixing bowl, gently toss blueberries, sugar, and 3 Tbsp. flour. Place fruit mixture in a 2-quart baking dish. *Thaw frozen berries, but do not drain.

STEP 3

To make topping, place ¼ cup flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small mixing bowl. Combine well. Add butter and cut in until mixture is crumbly. Stir in nuts. Sprinkle topping evenly over blueberry mixture.

STEP 4

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until topping is golden and filling is bubbly.

STEP 5

Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream.

Turn to page 23 for some places you can pick blueberries in Central New York

Layered Sour Cream Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of Hood

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups prepared salsa

• 1 ¼ cups canned black beans, drained

• 2 cups prepared guacamole

• 2 ½ cups Hood® Sour Cream

• 2 ½ cups chopped iceberg lettuce

• 10 Tbsp. shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• 10 Tbsp. canned sliced olives, drained

• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Layer ingredients in this order in 10 clear, 8-ounce cups: salsa, beans, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, cheese, and olives.

STEP 2

Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Dip can be prepared and refrigerated for up to two hours before serving.

STEP 3

Serve with large snack chips.

IN CNY

Summer has arrived in Central New York!

And with it

comes countless family-friendly activities.

Turn to pages 20-21 for some places you can cool off during the season’s hottest days, then check out our annual Summer Activities Guide on pages 22-25; it includes the best local spots for miniature golf, u-pick berries, and more.

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SWIMMING SPOTS to Visit This Summer

eaches may not be the first thing you associate with Central New York, but the region is actually home to many family-friendly swimming spots. Here are nine you should visit this summer:

1. DELTA LAKE STATE PARK (ROME)

Lake Delta was first created in the early 1900s. These days, the park’s sandy beach, playgrounds, and hiking and nature trails make it a family favorite during the summer months.

Where: 8797 State Route 46, Rome. Admission fee: $7/vehicle. More information: parks.ny.gov/parks/ deltalake.

2. EMERSON PARK (AUBURN)

Come to this Finger Lakes park for its beach, then stay for its many other amenities, including playgrounds, disc golf, a dog park, the Merry-Go Round Playhouse, and the Ward W. O’Hara Agricultural and Country Living Museum

Where: 6877 E. Lake Road, Auburn.

Admission fee: Free.

More information: cayugacounty.us.

3. FAIR HAVEN BEACH STATE PARK (FAIR HAVEN)

Touted by its website as “one of the finest public lakefronts in upstate New York,” Fair Haven Beach State Park offers 1,500 feet of sandy shore, 600 of which are monitored by lifeguards.

Where: 14985 State Park Road, Fair Haven.

Admission fee: $9/vehicle. More information: parks.ny.gov/parks/ fairhavenbeach

4. GREEN LAKES STATE PARK (FAYETTEVILLE)

Green Lakes State Park is probably best known for its two meromictic lakes, Round Lake and Green Lake. Swimming is allowed in the latter from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day.

Where: 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville.

Admission fee: $10/vehicle. More information: parks.ny.gov/ parks/172

5. JAMESVILLE BEACH PARK (JAMESVILLE) AND 6. ONEIDA SHORES PARK (BREWERTON)

Onondaga County Parks has two family-friendly beaches: Jamesville Beach Park (located on Jamesville Reservoir) and Oneida Shores Park (located on Oneida Lake). The purchase of a season pass gives you access to both of them.

Where: 4110 West Shore Manor, Jamesville (Jamesville Beach); 9400 Bartel Road, Brewerton (Oneida Shores).

Admission fee: $7/vehicle (cash only). More information: onondagacountyparks.com.

7. SANDY ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK (PULASKI)

If you’re willing to travel a bit from Syracuse, Sandy Island Beach State Park should be at the top of your list; the park’s website boasts that it is the “only significant freshwater dune site in the northeastern United States.”

Where: 3387 County Route 15, Pulaski. Admission fee: $7/vehicle.

More information: parks.ny.gov/ parks/153.

8. VERONA BEACH STATE PARK (VERONA BEACH)

When you’re done relaxing on the eastern shore of Oneida Lake, explore the park’s 13 miles of trails or make the short drive to Sylvan Beach, home to an amusement park, an arcade, and more.

Where: 6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, Verona Beach.

Admission fee: $7/vehicle.

More information: parks.ny.gov/parks/ veronabeach.

9. VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK AT GILLIE LAKE (CAMILLUS)

This hidden gem has a beach, of course, but its grounds also include a restored one-room schoolhouse. It was open from 1855-1942 and has since been moved and repurposed into a museum.

Where: 2260 Sands Road, Camillus. Admission fee: TBD. Free/seniors (ages 60 and up) and children ages 4 and under. More information: camillusparksrec. wixsite.com

Swim SAFE

Swimming is allowed in designated areas where lifeguards are present. For a fun, safe time, follow these tips:

BE PROACTIVE

Make sure everyone in your group knows how to swim.

Choose bright colors for swimwear. Neon pink and neon orange offer the most visibility for light-bottomed pools. For lakes and dark-bottomed pools, neon green, neon orange, and neon yellow are the most visible.

BE AWARE OF THE CONDITIONS

Ocean swimming is very different from pool swimming, so be prepared for powerful waves, strong surf, and sudden drop-offs. Rip currents usually form near a shallow point in the water, and can happen at any beach with breaking waves, including the Great Lakes. If you are caught in a rip current, try to remain calm and don’t fight it. Swim parallel to the shore until you are out of the current, and float or tread water if you begin to tire.

BE AWARE OF THE RULES

Swim only in designated areas, and only when a lifeguard is on duty. Prohibited swim areas are often accompanied by dangers such as turbulent underwater currents, extreme cold, and widely varying depths. These hazards can put even good swimmers at risk.

Choose a swimming spot near a lifeguard for maximum visibility. Always follow their directions and ensure that any children you are swimming with do the same.

BE ATTENTIVE

If you’re swimming with children, designate a “water watcher” who will always keep a close eye on the kids. This person shouldn’t be reading, using a phone, or doing anything but observing. Never let children swim unattended.

Know the signs of trouble: While we tend to think that swimmers in trouble will be waving their hands and making lots of noise, this may not always be the case. Watch out for people whose heads are low in the water (mouth submerged) or tilted back with mouth open, eyes closed or unable to focus, legs vertical in the water, or who are trying to swim but not making progress.

Source: parks.ny.gov.

SPLASH Into Summer

Now that summer is here, are you looking for some ways to beat the heat – without breaking the bank? Start with this list of Central New York splash pads and spray parks.

• BREITBECK PARK – 91 Lake St., Oswego.

• CAMILLUS PARK – 1 Pool Road, Camillus.

• CFJ PARK – 98 CFJ Blvd., Johnson City.

• COLUMBUS PARK – 9 Columbus Park East, Binghamton.

• COMFORT TYLER PARK – 1100 Comstock Ave., Syracuse.

• DONOVAN MEMORIAL PARK – Elm St., Chadwicks.

• HULETT PARK – 609 Division St., Fulton.

• JOSEPH F. WILLIAM MEMORIAL PARK – 7033 Lakeshore Road, Cicero.

• LEWIS PARK – 305 Lewis Ave., Syracuse.

• LYSANDER PARK – Smokey Hollow Road, Baldwinsville.

• MCKINLEY PARK – 351 W. Newell St., Syracuse.

• O’CONNOR PARK – 604 Plymouth Place, Utica.

• ONONDAGA PARK – LOWER – 655 Onondaga Ave., Syracuse.

• ONONDAGA PARK – UPPER – 301 Crossett St., Syracuse.

• QUINN PARK – 1001-1099 St. Vincent St., Utica.

• SCHILLER PARK – 1099 Oak St., Syracuse.

• STEWART PARK – 1 James L Gibbs Drive, Ithaca.

• SUGGETT PARK – 103 Madison St., Cortland.

• THORNDEN PARK – 201 Ostrom Ave., Syracuse.

• TOWN OF OWASCO PLAYGROUND – 6 Bristol Ave., Auburn.

• UNION PARK – 1001 N. Salina St., Syracuse.

• VERONA BEACH STATE PARK – 6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, Verona Beach.

• WANKEL PLAYGROUND – 424 Rugby Road, Utica.

• WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK – 101 Washington Square, Syracuse.

• WILSON PARK – 1117 S. McBride St., Syracuse.

Activities Guide SUMMER

Miniature Golf

BIG DON’S OUTDOOR FUN CENTER

Where: 8408 Button Road, Cicero. More information: bigdons.com

FAIRMOUNT GLEN MINIATURE GOLF

Where: 210 Onondaga Road, Syracuse. More information: fairmountglen.com.

FOUR SEASONS GOLF & SKI CENTER

Where: 8012 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville. More information: fourseasonsgolfandski.com.

GOLD RUSH ADVENTURE GOLF

Where: 4853 NY-233, Westmoreland. More information: goldrushminiature golf.weebly.com

HICKORY HILL GOLF CENTER

Where: 3451 State Route 31, Baldwinsville.

More information: hickoryhillgolfcourse.com/amenities/mini-golf

LAKEVIEW LANES

Where: 723 W. Broadway, Fulton. More information: lakeviewbowling. com/mini-golf

MR. PUDDER’S MINI GOLF & ICE CREAM

Where: 687 W. Genesee St. Road, Skaneateles. More information: mrpudders.com.

PALM SPRINGS MINI GOLF

Where: 9411 Maynard Drive, Marcy. More information: palmspringsminigolf.com.

SHIPWRECK AMUSEMENTS

Where: 759 State Route 13, Cortland. More information: shipwreck-amusements.com

TOM THUMB DRIVE IN

Where: 6143 East Lake Road, Auburn. More information: tomthumbdrivein.com

Shipwreck Amusements. COURTNEY KLESS PHOTO ISTOCK PHOTO

VICTORY GOLF COMPLEX

Where: 7380 Thompson Road, Syracuse. More information: victorygolfcomplex.com.

ZEM’S ICE CREAM & MINIATURE GOLF

Where: 124 W. Hickory St., Canastota. More information: zemsicecream.com.

U-Pick Farms

ABBOTT FARMS

Where: 3275 Cold Springs Road, Baldwinsville. More information: abbottfarms.com.

BEHLING ORCHARDS

Where: 114 Potter Road, Mexico. More information: behlingorchards.com.

BLUEBERRY HILL FARMS & NURSERY

Where: 6884 Roberts Road, Clinton. More information: blueberryhillfarms

andnursery.com

CANDELLA’S FARM & GREENHOUSES

Where: 9256 River Road, Marcy. More information: candellasfarm.com.

CRITZ FARMS

Where: 3232 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia. More information: critzfarms.com.

EMMI FARMS

Where: 1482 W. Genesee Road, Baldwinsville. More information: emmifarms.com.

FRUIT VALLEY ORCHARD

Where: 507 Bunker Hill Road, Oswego. More information: fruitvalleyorchard.com.

GRISAMORE FARMS

Where: 749 Cowan Road, Locke. More information: grisamorefarms.com

HALL’S HILL BLUEBERRY FARM

Where: 2100 Tower Road, Cortland. More information: hallshillblueberryfarm.com

NAVARINO ORCHARD

Where: 3655 Cherry Valley Turnpike, Syracuse. More information: navarinoorchard.com.

REEVES FARMS

Where: 1220 W. Genesee Road, Baldwinsville. More information: reevesfarms.com

STAN’S BERRY PATCH

Where: 208 County Route 84, West Monroe. More information: stansberrypatch.com

STRAWBERRY FIELDS HYDROPONIC FARM

Where: 4240 E. Genesee St. Road, Auburn. More information: strawberryfieldsandflorist.net

Blueberries Strawberries Cherries Raspberries

Reeves Farms.

PHOTO PROVIDED BY REEVES FARMS Abbott Farms.

MICHAEL DAVIS PHOTO

Water Activities

BEAVER LAKE NATURE CENTER

Where: 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. More information: beaverlakenature.org

ENCHANTED FOREST WATER SAFARI

Where: 3183 State Route 28, Old Forge. More information: watersafari.com

EMERSON PARK

Where: 6914 E. Lake Road, Auburn. More information: cayugacounty. us/1391/Emerson-Park.

JAMESVILLE BEACH PARK

Where: 3992 Apulia Road, Jamesville. More information: onondagacountyparks.com/parks/jamesville-beach-park.

ONEIDA SHORES PARK

Where: 9400 Bartell Road, Brewerton. More information: onondagacountyparks.com/parks/oneida-shores-park

ONONDAGA LAKE PARK

Where: 106 Lake Drive, Liverpool. More information: onondagacountyparks.com/parks/ onondaga-lake-park

THUNDER ISLAND WATER PARK

Where: 21 Wilcox Road, Fulton. More information: thunder-island.com

Onondaga Lake Park. ISTOCK PHOTO

Thunder Island Water Park. MICHAEL DAVIS PHOTO

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Canoeing/Kayaking

Outdoor Entertainment

FINGER LAKES DRIVE-IN

Where: 1064 Clark Street Road #9505, Auburn.

More information: fingerlakesdrivein.com

HANGAR THEATRE

Where: 801 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca. More information: hangartheatre.org

MIDWAY DRIVE-IN THEATRE

Where: 2475 NY-48, Fulton. More information: midwaydrivein.com.

EMPOWER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION AMPHITHEATER AT LAKEVIEW

Where: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse. More information: asmsyracuse.com/p/ amphitheater

SYRACUSE SHAKESPEARE-IN-THE-PARK

Where: Thornden Park Amphitheater, Thornden Park Drive, Syracuse. More information: ssitp.org

Farmers Markets

AUBURN FARMER’S CO-OP MARKET

Where: 96 State St., Auburn. More information: facebook.com/ AuburnFarmersCoOpMarketInc

CAMILLUS FARMERS MARKET

Where: 4600 W. Genesee St., Camillus. More information: facebook.com/ TheCamillusFarmersMarket

CAZENOVIA FARMERS MARKET

Where: Village Green, between Forman St., Green St., and Emory Ave. More information: facebook.com/ CazenoviaFarmersMarket.

CNY REGIONAL MARKET

Where: 2100 Park St., Syracuse. More information: cnyregionalmarket.com.

CORTLAND CITY MARKET

Where: Main St., Cortland. More information: facebook.com/ cortlandcityfarmersmarket.

COTTAGE LAWN FARMERS MARKET

Where: Madison County Historical Society, 435 Main St., Oneida. More information: mchs1900.org

DOWNTOWN SYRACUSE FARMERS MARKET

Where: Clinton Square, Syracuse.

More information: downtownsyracuse.com

FAYETTEVILLE FARMERS MARKET

Where: Towne Center at Fayetteville, 102 Towne Dr., Fayetteville. More information: fayettevillefarmers marketcny.com

FULTON FARMERS MARKET

Where: 141 S. First St., Fulton. More information: fultonny.org

OSWEGO FARMERS MARKET

Where: 1st Street (between Bridge St. and W. Oneida St.), Oswego. More information: oswegofultonchamber.com

PULASKI FARMERS MARKET

Where: Historic South Park, Pulaski. More information: pulaskifarmersmarket.org

SKANEATELES FARMERS MARKET

Where: 1 E. Austin St., Skaneateles. More information: townofskaneateles.com

SYRACUSE EASTSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD FARMERS MARKET

Where: Westcott Community Center, 836 Euclid Ave., Syracuse. More information: westcottcc.org

Midway Drive-In Theatre. MICHAEL DAVIS PHOTO

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EXPLORE CNY

Dive into history in Canastota

BY COURTNEY KLESS

From its parks and nature centers to its museums, history is everywhere in Canastota. Plus, the village is a quick drive down the New York State Thruway from Syracuse, making it a great place to take the kids for the day. Here are a few of the must-see attractions:

MUSEUMS AND HISTORICAL SITES

CANASTOTA CANAL TOWN MUSEUM

The village owed its growth, in part, to the construction of the Erie Canal. Learn more about that era through the Canastota Canal Town Museum’s two floors of exhibits, then walk across the street to view a section of the Old Erie Canal.

Where: 122 Canal St.

More information: canastota-canal.com.

INTERNATIONAL BOXING HALL OF FAME

Canastota is the hometown of two world boxing champions; they inspired the creation of the International Boxing Hall of Fame four decades ago. These days, the museum attracts boxing enthusiasts from

around the world, but you don’t have to be one to appreciate its collection of gloves, robes, posters, and fist casts. Where: 1 Hall of Fame Drive. More information: ibhof.com.

PARKS AND NATURE CENTERS

GREAT SWAMP CONSERVANCY

A few miles north of the village lies the Great Swamp Conservancy, Madison County’s only nature center. Visitors can go for a hike on its roughly seven miles of trails (they wind through a variety of habitats)

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or view its collection of historical artifacts (they are on loan from the New York State Museum in Albany).

Where: 8375 N. Main St. More information: greatswampconservancy.org

OXBOW FALLS PARK

This county park sits on the edge of the Helderberg Escarpment, a geologic formation that is more than 350 million years old. Though the 100-foot waterfall is its main attraction, there is plenty more to see and do here, including three hiking trails and an 18-hole disc golf course.

Where: 6919 Oxbow Road (Lincoln). More information: madisoncounty. ny.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/88.

Other family-friendly attractions in Canastota include: Canastota Hi-Way Bowl; Town of Lenox Skate and Bike Park; and Zem’s Ice Cream & Miniature Golf

Courtney Kless is the Editor in Chief of Family Times She lives in Camillus with her husband.

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Boxing Hall of Fame.

MICHAEL DAVIS PHOTO

Great Swamp Conservancy.

August 5–9 August 12–16

JUNE

Please note: This calendar was up-to-date at the time of publication. Please call the sponsoring organization’s phone number or visit the website to confirm event details.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

DEC Family Fishing Day. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Kids and adults can learn the basics of fishing; bait, rods and reels will be provided. Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery, 1672 Route 321, Elbridge. Free. (607) 7533095 x213.

Music, Stories and Art. 10-11 a.m.

Families can enjoy a performance by the Alliance Wind Trio, then complete an art project. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome. Free. romeart.org.

PEAK – LEAVE NO TRACE Workshop for Kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Children can create a reusable trash bag and a UV bead bracelet that shows when they need sunscreen. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks.ny.gov/events

Junior Naturalist Program: May Flowers. 10-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. Each month, fam-

ilies can enjoy themed walks and nature activities. Rice Creek Field Station, SUNY Oswego, Thompson Road, Oswego. Free. oswego.edu/rice-creek.

Pay-What-You-Wish-Weekends. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Families can receive paywhat-you-wish admission during the first weekend of each month. Museum of the Earth, 1259 Trumansburg Road (Route 96), Ithaca. Pay-What-You-Wish. museumoftheearth.org

Oz-Stravaganza 2024. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday’s festivities include rides, food, entertainment, a costume contest and the Kids’ Munchkin Mile Fun Run and Toto’s Toddler Trot. There will also be a parade at 2 p.m. 219 Genesee St., Chittenango. Free admission. oz-stravaganza.com.

DON’T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Watch the musical inspired by the beloved Mo Willems series. W. Carroll Coyne Center for the Performing Arts, Le Moyne College, 200 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Tickets: $15/children; $20/adults. (315) 445-4200. giffordfamilytheatre.org

NYS Naturalist Program – “Delta Lake Rocks.” 1-3 p.m. During this free event, families will learn about the park’s geological history, watch a “volcano” erupt and make art out of sand. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks. ny.gov/events.

Family Workshop: Foam Block Printing. 2-3 p.m. Families can learn about printmaking – then make their own masterpieces. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

SUNDAY JUNE 2

Oz-Stravaganza 2024. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday’s festivities include rides, games, vendors, children’s activities, live music and more. 219 Genesee St., Chittenango. Free admission. oz-stravaganza.com

Pay-What-You-WishWeekends. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Families can receive paywhat-you-wish admission during the first weekend of each month. Museum of the Earth, 1259 Trumansburg Road (Route 96), Ithaca. Pay-What-YouWish. museumoftheearth.org.

Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. 1:05 p.m. Kids can run the bases after the game.

NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse. $14-$150. (315) 474-7833. syracusemets.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 3

Market, Music, and More… 4-8 p.m. Stop by the Rome Art and Community Center for live music, children’s activities and food trucks. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome. Free. romeart.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

First Concert: Bassoon. 10 and 11:30 a.m. Children will discover the sounds of the bassoon. Destiny USA – Syracuse Orchestra Underground Lounge, 1 Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse. $10/adults; $5/college students; free/children under age 18. syracuseorchestra.org.

Science Together: Baking Soda and Vinegar. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can explore chemical reac-

tions by mixing baking soda and vinegar. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

Science Together: Baking Soda and Vinegar. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can explore chemical reactions by mixing baking soda and vinegar. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

Animal Feeding. 4-4:30 p.m. Watch as snakes, lizards, frogs and fish enjoy their favorite meals. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/ person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

Art Story with the Utica Public Library. 10:30 a.m. Children ages 6 and under can

enjoy a story – then explore the galleries. Munson, 310 Genesee St., Utica. Free. (315) 797-0000. munson.art.

Science Together: Baking Soda and Vinegar. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can explore chemical reactions by mixing baking soda and vinegar. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

Science Together: Baking Soda and Vinegar. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can explore chemical reactions by mixing baking soda and vinegar. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

The Wild at Dusk. 6-9 p.m. View the zoo’s animals when they are most active. The concession stand will remain open until 8

p.m. The Wild Animal Park, 7621 Lakeport Road, Chittenango. Admission: $19.99/ adults; $16.99/seniors and children up to 12; free/children ages 2 and under. (315) 510-3347. thewildpark.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Paige’s Butterfly Run. 9 a.m. The annual event features a Caterpillar Crawl for children ages 5 and younger, as well as a 3K walk and a timed 5K race. Runners and walkers can also participate virtually. The proceeds will benefit the Dr. William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Downtown Syracuse. $45 (the Caterpillar Crawl is free). pbrun.org

PEAK – LEAVE NO TRACE Workshop for Kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Children can create a reusable trash bag and a UV bead bracelet that shows when they need sunscreen. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks.ny.gov/events

Guided Nature Walk. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Visitors of all ages can explore Rice Creek Field Station with a naturalist. Rice Creek Field Station, SUNY Oswego, Thompson Road, Oswego. Free. oswego.edu/rice-creek.

DON’T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Watch the musical inspired by the beloved Mo Willems series. W. Carroll Coyne Center for the Performing Arts, Le Moyne College, 200 Springfield Road, Syracuse. Tickets: $15/children; $20/adults. (315) 445-4200. giffordfamilytheatre.org

Seneca River Days Family Festival. 11 a.m. This event features a duck race, carnival games, a kids trivia contest and a performance by Bubble Guy. Paper Mill Island, 136 Spensieri Ave., Baldwinsville. Free admission; fee for some activities. senecariverdays.com

NYS Naturalist Program – “Otters in the Pond.” 1-3 p.m. During this free event, families will learn about the park’s habitats and create a puzzle. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks.ny.gov/ events.

Stonework Play Saturday. 2-3:30 p.m. Participants collect various shapes, weights and colors of stones and arrange the stones to create a pattern or a picture. After this, the children draw a picture that represents what they have created and narrate what is going on in the picture or write a story about it. (Parents help with this part.) Finally, there is a “walk and talk” where everyone shares their work with each other. Clark Reservation State Park, 6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville. $5/vehicle. Registration required: friendsofclarkreservation.org.

The Madd Hatter Tea Room. 2-4 p.m. Embark on the Adirondack Railroad for a tea party with an Alice in Wonderland theme. Costumes are encouraged. Utica Station, 321 Main St., Utica. $30/adults (ages 13 and up); $20/ children (ages 2-12). adirondackrr.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

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MONDAY, JUNE 10

Market, Music, and More… 4-8 p.m. Stop by the Rome Art and Community Center for live music, children’s activities and food trucks. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome. Free. romeart.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Science Together: Magnet Fishing. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can catch fish, then sort and count them. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

Science Together: Magnet Fishing. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can catch fish, then sort and count them. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Science Together: Magnet Fishing. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can catch fish, then sort and count them. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

Syracuse Mets vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs. 6:35 p.m. Join the Mets as they celebrate Pride Day. NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse. $14-$150. (315) 474-7833. syracusemets.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 14

Science Together: Magnet Fishing. 10:30-11 a.m. Children ages 4 and under can catch fish, then sort and count them. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

Kids’ Night Out. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Children can take a tour of the zoo, play games and more. The event also includes a pizza party. Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation

Animal Feeding. 4-4:30 p.m. Watch as snakes, lizards, frogs and fish enjoy their favorite meals. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/

Place, Syracuse. $40/child (non-members). Registration required: rosamondgiffordzoo.org.

Syracuse Mets vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs. 6:35 p.m. Join the Mets for their third annual Juneteenth Celebration. NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse. $14-$150. (315) 474-7833. syracusemets.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

TACNY Junior Cafe Scientifique. 9:3011 a.m. This monthly program for middle-school students features discussions about science, technology, engineering and mathematics with STEM professionals/ academics. The topic for June is “Fossils & Geologic Time” with Dr. R. Ross from PRI. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse. Free. Registration required: jrcafe@tacny. org. most.org.

PEAK – LEAVE NO TRACE Workshop for Kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Children can create a reusable trash bag and a UV bead bracelet that shows when they need sunscreen. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks.ny.gov/events

Bike Safety Rodeo. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Families can learn bicycle skills. The Syracuse Young Professionals Kiwanis Club will also be doing free bike safety checks. Onondaga Lake Park, 106 Lake Drive, Liverpool. Free. onondagacountyparks.com

Disney Theme Day. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Activities include a character parade, a magic show and visits from the Disney Princesses. Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo, 5135 Rome-New London Road, Rome. Admission: $10.75 (plus tax)/adults (16+); $8.75 (plus tax)/ages 2-15; free/under 2. (315) 336-1930. fortrickey.com

Parents’ Night Out

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

Six. 7:30 p.m.; also June 2. Broadway in Syracuse wraps up its 2023/24 season with eight performances of Six, which features music from Henry VIII’s six wives. Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St., Syracuse. $39.70$99.20. nacentertainment.com/ broadway-in-syracuse

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

First Friday Summer Celebration. 5-7:30 p.m. First Fridays return with live music and food trucks. Munson, 310 Genesee St., Utica. $5/person. (315) 797-0000. munson.art

Syracuse Shakespeare In-The-Park. 5:30-8 p.m.; also June 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16. Watch as Syracuse Shakespeare InThe-Park presents Hamlet. Thornden Park Amphitheater, Syracuse. Free (premium tickets are available for $40, plus fees). ssitp.org

Rickey Discovery Zoo, 5135 RomeNew London Road, Rome. Admission: $10.75 (plus tax). (315) 336-1930. fortrickey.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

Framed a Murder Mystery. 6-9 p.m.; also June 29. The Hemlock Players present an interactive murder mystery. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome. $45-$50. Reservations required: (315) 336-1040. romeart.org.

Strawberry Festival. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This festival will feature strawberry picking, pony rides and face painting. Abbott Farms, 3275 Cold Springs Road, Baldwinsville. $10/ person; free/children ages 2 and under. abbottfarms.com.

FRIDAY JUNE 21

Adults Night Out. 7-10 p.m. Adults (ages 18+) can visit the animals and enjoy live music. SQUISHY’s BBQ food truck will be there too. Fort

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Guided Nature Walk. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Visitors of all ages can explore Rice Creek Field Station with a naturalist. Rice Creek Field Station, SUNY Oswego, Thompson Road, Oswego. Free. oswego. edu/rice-creek.

Summer Solstice Bonfire and Food Truck Rodeo. noon9:30 p.m. Kick off summer with food trucks, music and more. Critz Farms, 3232 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia. Free. (315) 662-3355. critzfarms.com.

Reptile Show. 2-3 p.m. Families can learn about reptiles and visit some of the Sciencenter’s scaly residents. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

Sensory Friendly Time. 4:30-8 p.m. The museum turns down the noise, turns off the flashing lights, and makes other accommodations so people with sensory processing challenges can explore the exhibits. There will also be an ASLinterpreted National Grid ExploraDome show at 6:30 p.m. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse. $5/non-members. (315) 4259068. most.org.

SENSORY FRIENDLY

Syracuse Mets vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs. 6:35 p.m. Join the Mets as they celebrate Little League Night. NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse. $14-$150. (315) 474-7833. syracusemets.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16

Sensory Friendly Hours. 8:30-10 a.m. Join the Museum of the Earth during its sensory friendly hours. Museum of the

Earth, 1259 Trumansburg Road (Route 96), Ithaca. Sliding scale admission. Registration required: www.priweb.org/ event/sensory-friendly-hours

MONDAY, JUNE 17

Market, Music, and More… 4-8 p.m. Stop by the Rome Art and Community Center for live music, children’s activities and food trucks. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome. Free. romeart.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19

Kid’s Paint & Juice. 10-11:30 a.m. Children ages 5-12 can take part in a painting class. Snacks are also included. Great Swamp Conservancy, 8375 N. Main St., Canastota. $15/child. Registration required: (315) 697-2950 or greatswampconservancy@gmail.com.

Animal Feeding. 4-4:30 p.m. Watch as snakes, lizards, frogs and fish enjoy their favorite meals. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/ person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 20

Movie Night. 6-8 p.m. Watch a screening of Cars A full concession stand will also be available. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse. $6/person (movie only). (315) 425-9068. most.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 21

Syracuse Mets vs. Rochester Red Wings. 6:35 p.m. Join the Mets as they host Marvel’s Defenders of the Diamond. There will even be an appearance by Spider-Man. NBT Bank Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse. $14-$150. (315) 474-7833. syracusemets.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

Amazon presents Be the Oceanographer with Project Breathless. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Explore the activities of an oceanographer. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse. Admission: $14/adults; $12/youth (ages 2–15) and seniors (ages 65+); free/children under age 2. (315) 425-9068. most.org.

PEAK – LEAVE NO TRACE Workshop for Kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Children can create a reusable trash bag and a UV bead bracelet that shows when they need sunscreen. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks.ny.gov/events.

Guided Nature Walk. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Visitors of all ages can explore Rice Creek Field Station with a naturalist. Rice Creek Field Station, SUNY Oswego, Thompson Road, Oswego. Free. oswego. edu/rice-creek.

NYS Naturalist Program – “Tracking Dinosaurs Across NYS Parks.” 1-3 p.m. During this free event, families can unravel the mystery behind dinosaur footprints – then make some of their own. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks. ny.gov/events

Sensory Saturdays at Rippleton Schoolhouse. 1-3 p.m. Families can explore the schoolhouse and partake in traditional games and activities. Lorenzo State Historic Site, 17 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia. Free. parks.ny.gov/events.

Family Workshop: Take Apart. 2-3 p.m. Families can learn about the inner workings of electronics! Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23

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MONDAY, JUNE 24

Market, Music, and More… 4-8 p.m. Stop by the Rome Art and Community Center for live music, children’s activities and food

trucks. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome. Free. romeart.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Animal Feeding. 4-4:30 p.m. Watch as snakes, lizards, frogs and fish enjoy their favorite meals. Sciencenter, 601 1st St., Ithaca. Included with admission: $12.50/person; free/children under age 2. sciencenter.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

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FRIDAY, JUNE 28

Taste of Oneida County. 5-9 p.m. Visit Verona Beach State Park for face painting, tasting samples, food trucks, live music,

activities for children and a free all-level yoga class. Verona Beach State Park, 6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, Verona Beach. Free admission. parks.ny.gov/ events

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

Take a Kid Karpin’. 8 a.m. Anglers between the ages of 7 and 16 can enter this catch and release fishing tournament. Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park, 3813 Long Branch Road, Liverpool. $10/person. wildcarpclub.com

PEAK – LEAVE NO TRACE Workshop for Kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Children can create a reusable trash bag and a UV bead bracelet that shows when they need sunscreen. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks.ny.gov/events.

Guided Nature Walk. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Visitors of all ages can explore Rice

Creek Field Station with a naturalist. Rice Creek Field Station, SUNY Oswego, Thompson Road, Oswego. Free. oswego. edu/rice-creek

NYS Naturalist Program – “What’s in a Rose: The NYS Flower.” 1-3 p.m. During this free event, families can explore the anatomy of a flower and personalize a flowerpot. Delta Lake State Park, 8797 NY-46, Rome. Free. parks. ny.gov/events.

Sensory Saturdays at Rippleton Schoolhouse. 1-3 p.m. Families can explore the schoolhouse and partake in traditional games and activities. Lorenzo State Historic Site, 17 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia. Free. parks.ny.gov/events

SUNDAY, JUNE 30

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Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo.

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BEAUCHAMP BRANCH LIBRARY

2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse. (315) 435-3395. onlib.org.

LIBRARY EVENTS

BALDWINSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

33 E. Genesee St., Baldwinsville. (315) 635-5631. bville.lib.ny.us.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

We’re Gonna Make It: Cereal Bowl Candles. 4-5 p.m. Ages 12-15. Free.

FRIDAY, JUNE 14

Drop in Art: Ice Cube Painting. 3-4 p.m. All ages. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail’s Little Dancing Pals. 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. 6 months-5 years. Free. Registration required.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 15

SciExcite. 1-2 p.m. All ages. Free.

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CENTRAL LIBRARY

447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. (315) 4351900. onlib.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

Rainbow Pride Perler Bead Keychains. 2-4 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Free.

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Wildflower Impressions Air Dry Clay Bowls. 2-4 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Free.

THURSDAY, JUNE 20

Neurographic Watercolor Art. 2-4 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Master Builders. 3-5 p.m. Ages 3 and up. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Movie Matinee. 2-4 p.m. All ages. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Family Game Night. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Kid Craft Night. 5:30-6:30 p.m. All ages. Free.

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

Kindred Kingdom at Beauchamp. 2-3 p.m. All ages. Free.

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BETTS BRANCH LIBRARY

4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse. (315) 435-1940. onlib.org

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Robots at Betts. 2:30-3:30 p.m. All ages. Free.

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

StoryPlay. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 5 and under. Free.

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ELBRIDGE FREE LIBRARY

241 E. Main St., Elbridge. (315) 689-7111. elbridgelibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

Story Hour at Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 1-5. Free.

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

Fairy Garden Landscape Set-Up. 4-5 p.m. All ages. Free.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19

Staying Home Alone Safety Class. 1-3 p.m. Tweens. Free. Registration required.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Jeff the Magic Man – Summer Reading Kick Off. 5-6 p.m. All ages. Free.

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FAIRMOUNT COMMUNITY LIBRARY

406 Chapel Drive, Syracuse. (315) 487-8933. fairmountlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

Preschool Water Play. 10:15 a.m. Preschoolers. Free. Registration required.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Babysitting Course. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 11-14. Free. Registration required.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Flag Day Storytime. 10:15-11 a.m. Preschoolers. Free. Registration required.

MONDAY, JUNE 24

Summer Reading Kickoff. 4-7 p.m. All ages. Free. Registration required.

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FAYETTEVILLE FREE LIBRARY

300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Emoji Face Key Chains. 4:15-5 p.m. Grades K-4. Free. Registration required.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

Preschool Bingo! 4:15-5 p.m. Preschoolers and kindergarteners. Free. Registration required.

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Rock Photo Holders. 4:15-5 p.m. Grades 3-6. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Macramé Wall Hangings. 4-5 p.m. Grades 5-8. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Name That Tune! 4-5 p.m. Grades 5-8. Free.

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HAZARD BRANCH LIBRARY

1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. (315) 435-5326. onlib.org

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

Family Activity Hour: Bubbly EGGSperiments. 2-3 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

Teen Craft: Wind Chimes. 5-7 p.m. Ages 12-18. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Quick Bites: Edible Cookie Dough. 2-3 p.m. All ages. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Pride Stories and Crafts. 2-3 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Teen Craft: Mini Patriotic Planters. 5-7 p.m. Ages 12-18. Free.

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LIVERPOOL PUBLIC LIBRARY

310 Tulip St., Liverpool. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org

MONDAY, JUNE 3

Make it Yours Monday – Fans to Keep You Cool This Summer. 6:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Free. Registration required.

MONDAY, JUNE 10

SenseSational Story Time. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 5 and under. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation. 1-2 p.m. Teens. Free.

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

Summer Carnival. 4:30-7:30 p.m. All ages. Free.

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MANLIUS LIBRARY

1 Arkie Albanese Ave., Manlius. (315) 682-6400. manliuslibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

Preschool Story Time & Teddy Bear Picnic. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2.5-5. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Summer Reading Open House: Music & Fun with Donna B. 10:30-11:15 a.m. All ages. Free.

Summer Reading Open House: Family Drop In Crafting. 1:30-2:30 p.m. All ages. Free.

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MAXWELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

14 Genesee St., Camillus. (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

3D Rainbow Craft. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Ages 3-10. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Father’s Day Craft. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Ages 3-10. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

First Day of Summer Craft. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Ages 3-10. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

Maxwell at the Canal – Tissue Paper Suncatcher. noon-2 p.m. All ages. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Tuesday Kids Crafts: Rainbow Butterfly. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Ages 3-10. Free.

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NOPL BREWERTON

5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. (315) 676-7484. nopl.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Young Naturalists. 2-3 p.m. All ages. Free. Registration required.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

Brewerton Builders. 3:30-5 p.m. Children and tweens. Free.

MONDAY, JUNE 17

Bilingual Storytime. 5:30-6:30 p.m. All ages. Free.

MONDAY, JUNE 24

Bad Art Competition. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Teens. Free.

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NOPL CICERO

8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. (315) 699-2032. nopl.org

MONDAY, JUNE 3

Young LEGO Builders Club. 3:30-5 p.m.; also May 17. Children and tweens. Free. Registration required.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

Sensory Play for Babies & Toddlers. 11 a.m.-noon. Babies and toddlers. Free. Registration required.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Tweens and Teens Creative Writing. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tweens and teens. Free. Registration required.

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NOPL NORTH SYRACUSE

100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. (315) 458-6184. nopl.org

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

Pride Storytime. 6-7 p.m. All ages. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

NOPL Pride Picnic. 2-3:30 p.m. All ages. Free.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Family Movie Night: The Color of Friendship. 5-8 p.m. All ages. Free.

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

Teen Mario Kart Tournament. 2-3:30 p.m. Grades 5-12. Free. Registration required.

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ONONDAGA FREE LIBRARY

4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. (315) 492-1727. oflibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

Pronoun Pin Making. 3-5 p.m. Grades 6-12. Free.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

Family Play & Caregiver Meetup. 1011:30 a.m.; also June 14, 21 & 28. Ages 5 and under. Free.

Yarn Club. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Grades 6-12. Free. Registration requested.

MONDAY, JUNE 17

Pokémon Trading Card Game. 6-7 p.m. Grades 2-6. Free. Registration required.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

Puzzle Derby. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Grades 6-12 and adults. Free. Registration required.

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PETIT BRANCH LIBRARY

105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. (315) 435-3636. onlib.org

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Make Your Own – Ice Cream Social. 2:30-4 p.m. All ages. Free.

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SKANEATELES LIBRARY

49 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles. (315) 685-5135. skanlibrary.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

My Neighborhood Story Time at Doce Lume Farm. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5. Free. registration required.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Summer Reading Kick-Off. 4-6 p.m. All ages. Free.

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

Story Time at Austin Park. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 10 months-5 years. Free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

Mindfulness for Teens. 1-2 p.m. Ages 1218. Free. registration required.

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SOULE BRANCH LIBRARY

101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. (315) 435-5320. onlib.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Strawberry Social. 5:30-7 p.m. All ages. Free.

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WHITE BRANCH LIBRARY

763 Butternut St., Syracuse. (315) 435-3519. onlib.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

Summer Learning Kick Off Event with Dan the Snakeman. 4:30-7 p.m. All ages. Free.

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ONGOING EVENTS

Time Out to Fish. Wednesdays and Fridays (Aug. 2), 9-11:30 a.m. Families and individuals can come for a morning of fishing (no fishing license required). Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery, 1672 Route 321, Elbridge. $5/person; free/ages 2 and under. Preregistration and prepayment required: (315) 451-6249. onondagacountyparks.com.

Canoeing & Kayaking. Saturdays and Sundays (through June 16), 9 a.m.-3:30

p.m.; daily (June 22 – Labor Day), 9 a.m.3:30 p.m. Paddle around Beaver Lake. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $10/hour of rental. beaverlakenature.org.

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.

Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org

Manlius Library Storytimes. Toddler Storytime (ages 0-3): Tuesdays, 10:3011:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime (ages 2.5-5): Wednesdays (except June 19), 10:30-11:30 a.m. Manlius Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Ave., Manlius. Free. (315) 6826400. manliuslibrary.org

Maxwell Memorial Library Storytimes. Storytots Story Time (ages 0-3): Wednesdays (except June 19), 10:3011:15 a.m. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St., Camillus. Free. Registration required: (315) 672-3661. maxwellmemoriallibrary.org

STORYTIMES

Barnes & Noble Storytimes (DeWitt). Storytime with Miss Rachael: Thursdays, 10 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 3454 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 449-2948. barnesandnoble.com

Barnes & Noble Storytimes (New Hartford). Saturday Storytime: Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 4811 Commercial Drive, New Hartford. Free. (315) 768-1075. barnesandnoble.com

Elbridge Free Library Storytimes. Story Hour (ages 1-5): Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Elbridge Free Library, 241 E. Main St., Elbridge. Free. (315) 689-7111. elbridgelibrary.org

Fayetteville Free Library Storytimes. Storytime & Craft (preschoolers): Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Toddler Storytime (ages 0-3): Wednesdays (except June 19), 9:30-10 a.m. Baby Storytime & Playtime (ages 0-18 months): Wednesdays (except June 19), 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

Liverpool Public Library Storytimes. Storytime in the Garden (ages 5 and under): Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m. Baby Storytime (birth-18 months): Fridays, 10-10:45 a.m. Liverpool Public Library, 310

MOST Storytimes. STEM Storytime (ages 2-6): Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Free with admission: $12/adults; $10/ children (ages 2-11); $5/seniors (65+); free (under 2). (315) 425-9068. most.org.

NOPL Brewerton Storytimes. Story Time: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. (315) 676-7484. NOPL.org

NOPL Cicero Storytimes. Family Storytime: Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. Registration required: (315) 6992032. NOPL.org.

NOPL North Syracuse Storytimes. Storytime with Miss Sarah (preschoolers): Wednesdays (except June 19), 10-11 a.m. NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. Free. (315) 4586184. NOPL.org.

Petit Branch Library Storytimes. Read, Sing, and Play Story Time (ages 1.5-5): Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Petit Branch Library, 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. (315) 435-3636. onlib.org

Skaneateles Library Storytimes. Baby Bounce & Rhyme (0-18 months): Wednesdays, 9:15-9:45 a.m. Read, Sing, Play Storytime (ages 2-5): Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Skaneateles Library, 49 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles. Free. (315) 6855135. skanlibrary.org.

Soule Branch Library Storytimes. Lapsit Storytime: Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Soule Branch Library Storytimes, 101 Springfield Road, Syracuse. (315) 435-5320. onlib.org

SCHOOL EVENTS

JUNE Festivals, Fairs and Other Special Events

ST. SOPHIA’S GREEK CULTURAL FESTIVAL

Families can order festival favorites, such as gyros and dolmades. There will also be Greek music and dance performances.

When: June 6-9.

Where: 325 Waring Road, DeWitt.

Admission: Free.

More information: syracusegreekfest.com

TASTE OF SYRACUSE

Enjoy $2 samples from local food vendors, plus performances by more than 130 bands and area musicians (Hanson, known for its 90s hit MMMBop, is the headliner).

When: June 7 and 8.

Where: Clinton Square, downtown Syracuse.

Admission: Free.

More information: tasteofsyracuse.com.

CNY FIBER ARTS FESTIVAL

See sheep shearing, examples of fiber arts and more during this annual festival. When: June 8 and 9.

Where: Butternut Hill Campground, 6893 Route 20, Bouckville.

Admission: $6/person (free ages 12 and under); $10/weekend pass.

More information: cnyfiberarts.org.

SYRACUSE POLISH FESTIVAL

Celebrate Polish heritage and traditions with live music, dance performances, Polish food and activities for children.

When: June 21-23.

Where: Clinton Square, downtown Syracuse.

Admission: Free.

More information: polishscholarship.org.

Bring the Kids for Fun (and Educational) Erie Canal Historic Trail Events

Starting in June and running into the fall, there will be multiple opportunities for families and youth groups to participate in fun and educational events and activities that will help them qualify for both the Canalway Challenge and the Erie Canal Historic Trail Award (for youths ages 10-18).

Things will kick off on June 29 when the Erie Canal Historic Trails program sponsors a fun family event at Chittenango Landing. All youths in attendance will receive a 200th anniversary commemorative patch (while supplies last). This will be an opportunity to complete multiple parts of the requirements for the Historical Trail Award. Scout units and other non-scout youth and groups are encouraged to join us.

If you wish to get in some hiking, biking, or boating on the canal or towpath, those miles will count towards the 15 needed for the award and also towards the vari-

ous levels of the Canalway Challenge. You can track your distances; for example, it is 10 miles to Cedar Bay Park in DeWitt and another five miles to the Erie Canal Museum in Syracuse. That gets you all the miles you need for both the trail award and the Canalway Challenge. To the east, it is 6.6 miles to Canastota; not a bad ride or walk. Zem’s Ice Cream & Miniature Golf is a few blocks from the trail. The North Pole, on Route 5 in Chittenango, is popular as well (it is a little over 0.5 miles from the Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum). If Scout groups wish, they can arrange to camp at Green Lakes Park as one of the requirements for the BSA Historic Trails Award. Scouts wishing to do a longer hike can plan out a path to earn the BSA 50 Miler Award.

All in all, this can be a great way to learn about the history and importance of the Erie Canal and why it was, and still is, con-

sidered the greatest engineering feat of the 19th century. Come out and enjoy the day with us. More events are being planned and will be promoted at Chittenango Landing that day.

You can follow updates on the Historic Trail Award happenings at facebook.com/profile. php?id=100082096549207.

The Erie Canal Historic Trail Award is sponsored by the William Hillcourt Scouting Museum, but the award can be earned by any youth aged 10 to 18. There is additional information on the museum webpage at williamhillcourtmuseum.org, under the news tab.

These events are funded in part through the generous support of the New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.

– John Whitford

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National Days June

June 3: National Repeat Day

June 5: National Ketchup Day

June 6: National Yo-Yo Day

June 7: National Donut Day

June 10: National Ballpoint Pen Day

June 11: National Corn on the Cob Day

June 13: National Sewing Machine Day

June 17: National Mascot Day

June 18: National Splurge Day

June 21: National Selfie Day

June 23: National Pink Day

June 26: National Coconut Day

June 27: National Sunglasses Day

June 29: National Camera Day

Source: nationaldaycalendar.com