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The customers who have used PULSE for the past 18 months have seen results... our distribution is key to those results... personally distributed, PULSE goes to over 450 pick up points including, convenience stores, diners, donut shops, tire centers, muffler/oil change shops, colleges, chiropractor, doctor and dentist offices, physical therapy locations, grocery stores, pizza shops, fitness centers, theaters, restaurants, deli’s, nail salons, hair salons, tanning salons, and the list goes on and on. The delivery focus is obviously to leave PULSE everywhere there is great foot traffic and places where people sit and wait. The content of PULSE is light, fun and entertaining. Nothing negative or political. No local news just local events. The extensive calendar of events grows with every issue. My PASSION is helping small business owners, locally owned and operated Mom and Pop shops, get their messages out to the thousands of readers of PULSE magazine... Shopping local is the only sure cure for economic slumps in our hamlets, villages and cities... Do your part... Think BIG... Shop SMALL Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PulseMagazine.2011 We welcome your calendar of events items from your church, organizations, groups, clubs, schools, etc. email: janet.stanley@pulsepointpress.com or fax: 315-982-9808
The first order of business .... NO, I have not seen my first Robin, but I sincerely thank you for asking! So many of you PULSE readers asked me this month that I felt I should announce it officially! I appreciated hearing it because that tells me that a lot of you are reading my thoughts on paper each month! Don’t you worry though, I KNOW it will happen this month! It just has to... spring is in the air! So much has happened to PULSE in the past 18 months and to add to the many exciting opportunities we have seen, this year PULSE has the pleasure of being the official show program for the 38th Annual Rome Home Show! The show is held on Saturday April 27th and Sunday April 28th. The doors open at 9 am both days and it is held in the JF Kennedy Civic Arena, 500 W. Embargo Street in Rome. The show map and ads from some of the Rome Home Show exhibitors surround our centerfold this month! The Rome Chamber of Commerce puts on this great event for our region annually. Be sure to check out their website www.RomeChamber.com. At last report there were still a few booth spaces available to showcase your business, service or organization. Contact the chamber at 315-337-1700 or email info@ RomeChamber.com. This annual event showcases area businesses and service providers. Admission is free and will feature more than 100 exhibitors both indoor and out! Keep your eye on Trout Power, this great event happens on June 8th & 9th and the May issue of PULSE will feature a section featuring all the great activities surrounding it including a 28 mile long garage sale, the Town of Russia Chicken BBQ and Auction and on Sunday, the Trout Power 5k run sponsored by Sweetie Pies Bakery. See pages 52 and 62 for more information or contact organizer JP Ross at www.TroutPower.com. Inside this issue of PULSE
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you will find articles relating to weddings, Mother’s and home improvement. I have to say working on it this month really gave me a good case of spring fever! There for a while I thought March was really going to go out like a Lion, but despite the ups and downs with very winter like weather, it ended up on Easter Sunday with a pretty nice day. The signs of spring are showing up everywhere! Spring bulbs are peeking through the ground showing off their beautiful colors, birds are singing, grass is getting greener, mud puddles are filling, and much to my surprise, ground hogs are on my lawn! Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th this year... remember that many of your favorite breakfast, brunch and dinner spots recommend reservations on that busy, busy Sunday so look through the great offerings in this issue of PULSE and make your reservations early! I remember one of my Mom’s favorite Mother’s Day places was a little diner in Nelliston, NY called Lee’s Diner. It was a cute little family owned diner with home cooked food and very casual seating and the four of us would go enjoy a great meal with Mom all decked out in what ever wonderful macaroni jewelry creation my brother or I had come up with that year! I am a very lucky Mom myself! God blessed me with three awesome children, Travis, Lyndsay and Brittany. Although they are all grown now, some of my favorite Mother’s Day memories stem from the days of macaroni necklaces, dandelion bouquets, and hand made cards with crayon sentiments! So, until next time, enjoy the April showers which lead us into those beautiful May flowers! Keep a positive thought and find something to be thankful for each and every day!
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where to begin with regard to transportation for their wedding guests might want to start with the following tips. * Shop around for shuttle service. Shuttle service can be costly, but it’s also very convenient. Couples can arrange for shuttle service from the hotel to the wedding, and then from the wedding site to the banquet hall where the reception is being held, and finally from the reception site back to the hotel at the end of the night. Depending on the size of the wedding party, the shuttle service will likely recommend staggering the runs so every guest can take advantage of this convenient service. More runs will be necessary for larger parties, while a handful of runs is likely all that’s necessary for ceremonies with fewer guests. * Consider a bus for smaller parties. Couples without an extensive guest list may also be able to get by with a single bus to get guests around throughout the day. A bus will provide similar service as a series of shuttles. The bus will likely only pick up guests at one specific time, making it an ideal choice for smaller parties but less convenient for larger parties where some guests might want to retire earlier than others come the end of the night. A bus can be more fun for guests, who can reunite on the bus with others they have not seen in a while or make new friends with guests who might be affiliated with the other half of the wedding party. * Discuss transportation with the hotel where guests will be staying. Some couples may find that a shuttle service or another transportation option will stretch their budget too thin. In such instances, speak with the hotel where guests will be staying. Some hotels provide airport shuttle service to guests, and may be able to offer a similar service to the wedding for guests who register their rooms under the wedding party’s name. This may come at a fee, but
compare the cost of arranging transportation with the hotel versus a private shuttle service. The former might be more affordable than the latter. Even if the hotel cannot provide shuttle service, the concierge or front desk staff may be able to point in the right direction regarding an affordable shuttle service. This can be especially valuable to couples having a destination wedding who don’t know the area very well.
* Get the details spelled out in writing. Like all aspects of planning a wedding, make sure you get the nuts and bolts of the transportation package in writing before writing any checks. This should include the minimum hours the company will be available for guests as well as if there are any charges related to total mileage traveled. In addition, make sure the agreement clearly spells out how many drivers will be available. Note when shuttles to the ceremony and the ensuing reception will run, as well as how frequently
shuttles will be available to guests once the reception begins, and when the last shuttle will leave the reception site at the end of the night. Before signing any agreements, research the company to ensure all of its drivers are properly licensed. * Inform the guests. Of course, the guests will need to be informed of the transportation arrangements upon checking into the hotel. Don’t assume you will see each guest before the ceremony, as some may not be making it into town until the morning of your wedding day, when you will likely be too busy to meet with them. So be sure to include transportation instructions in the welcome packages guests will receive when they check into the hotel. Consult with hotel staff a day or two before your wedding to ensure those packages are ready to go and that the correct transportation information is included.
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“Choose a setting that truly reflects how you feel about your partner,” says Tutera. “Platinum lasts forever.” Although the ring is a very important component of the entire proposal, make it memorable. “How did he propose?” is often the first question her girlfriends will ask once she has gotten engaged. Whether taking place at the beach or a page right out cont. next page
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over moving great distances away from other family members. As a result, Boomers may feel like they are not connected to children or grandchildren. With this in mind, they may feel less attached to their marriage or their responsibilities or believe that no one will get hurt by a divorce. Keeping families close and remaining in frequent contact can increase accountability and reduce the propensity for divorce. * Get things out in the open. A major reason for a failed marriage is years of avoiding significant issues rather than addressing problems. Couples should make time to talk to each other about anything that might be bothering them rather than letting too many things slide. If these conversations turn into shouting matches, there is always the option of bringing in a third party to serve as a mediator. * Spend time apart. After retirement, couples may find themselves spending hours upon hours in each other’s company. While togetherness can be beneficial, too much time spent together may lead to feelings of suffocation and the perception that each member of
the relationship is no longer his or her own person. Individuals can remedy this by doing more things on their own, whether spending time apart with friends or engaging in hobby time without your spouse. After all, absence makes the heart grow fonder. Brief periods of separation can make the time married couples do spend together feel more meaningful. * Recommit to your vows. After 30 or more years, the vows you shared on your wedding may be a distant memory. Some people may have different views on the permanence of vows, putting personal happiness ahead of the happiness of the couple. Take stock of what you promised one another on your wedding day and stick to those words. * Become a comedian. Laughter has a way of dissolving a tenuous situation. Focus energy on laughing at mistakes instead of pointing blame. Couples can make fun of themselves and resolve to not take things too seriously. * Act like you’re dating. Couples often become complacent after many years of marriage. They may forget about the little details that made the relationship fun in the early years. The personal notes and cards and other surprises may fall by the wayside after being together for some time. Make an effort to go on dates, write love notes and think of what was appreciated by your partners when you were in the dating stage. * Practice selflessness. Sometimes all that is needed to rekindle a relationship is a selfless act that shows how much you care for your partner. Couples who are on the fence with regard to divorce can make an effort to improve the relationship rather than simply see divorce as the best option.
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Wedding advice: Be open to ideas and expertise Once you announce your plans to get married, there’s a good chance that people close to you will be ready and willing to dispense their share of advice. Some words of wisdom will be priceless, while others you can store away for another day. When polling married couples, you will likely find they would change “this” or “that” about
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and insist on wedding vendors carrying out your wishes to a T. But the smarter idea may be to give vendors a little more free reign -- after all, they are the professionals. When deciding on particular aspects of the wedding, you can give your general ideas, but leave the finished product to the professionals. Don’t list every song you want the deejay to play or micromanage all of the poses the photographer should take. After all, experienced pros have likely done this dozens of times in the past and could produce results you never dreamed possible. Tip #2: Scale down Unless you are planning on auditioning for the show “Overthe-Top Weddings,” it might pay to make your wedding more about being personal and less about wowing the crowd with special effects and expensive treats. It’s easy to be lured into extra dinner courses or be persuaded to release doves at the ceremony, but will these extras impact your relationship or the life you will be building together? Tip #3: Don’t overextend
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Your wedding will hopefully be a once-in-a-lifetime event. Therefore, couples often plan to spend a good deal of money to ensure their special day is perfect. Weddings are still viewed as a high-priority expense and most couples save for a long period of time despite sluggish consumer spending reports. According to the market research and analysis firm IBISWorld,
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If the Shoe Fits! Finding the Perfect Bridal Shoes by Lisa Miller Finding the right shoes to wear on your wedding day can prove as difficult as finding the perfect dress. It’s hard to believe, but your wedding day shoes are one of the most important things you will wear on your big day, so I’m here to offer a little guidance from my experience as a wedding professional. As a shoe lover myself, one of the first things I ask to see when I arrive to photograph a wedding, besides the bride herself, are her shoes! And I’m not the only one checking out the shoes that day. Everyone seems to be eager to see what the bride will wear with her gorgeous gown, and we are all so pleased when we don’t see the predictable white satin pump when she steps out of the limo. The new trends in bridal footwear are amazing and the internet is filled with options so it’s not hard for the bride to find the perfect pair. I’ve seen
brides wear everything from biker boots to custom-painted heels, cowboy boots, and even high-top sequined sneakers. There are no rules, so be true
3. Wedding Shoes with Feathers We’ are seeing feathers everywhere, in hair pieces, bouquets, and dresses, so why not on your shoes, too! It’s a charming detail, and an angelic finishing touch! 4. Mint Wedding Shoes It’s the hot new color for this year and mint shoes are the perfect touch when you are looking for subtle but trendy. 5. Blue Heels Wear your “something blue” as your wedding shoes and add a splash of color to your big day!
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6. Vintage Always in style, you can’t go wrong with a pair of vintage lace pumps or booties. 7. Finishing Touches Shoes adorned with embellishments such as pearls, beads, sequins, and rhinestones (especially on the heels) are big again this year. Also very popular are the straps that look like a necklace for your ankle… fabulous!!
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Creating a Delicious Party Together -- Tips to Newlyweds on Entertaining With Ease Part of the fun of getting married and establishing a home together is sharing your new life -and showing off all your exciting wedding presents -- with friends and family. Hosting parties and get-togethers is part of a typical rite of passage for newlyweds, and like any new venture, can lead to some anxiety. Janice Rassin, National Bridal Director at Meyer Corporation, U.S., the largest cookware company in America, offers numerous creative ways for newlyweds to entertain with confidence and ease. Ease Into Your Entertaining Groove with Brunch: Inviting guests over for a weekend brunch is a smart way to begin honing your entertaining skills. The food is comforting and familiar, and most of the set-up, such as brewing coffee, squeezing fresh orange juice and baking muffins, can be done in advance. Pull out your new cookware to prepare a simple and irresistible menu of scrambled eggs with fresh chives and lox, or classic blueberry pancakes. A high performance nonstick skillet or griddle is essential to ensure your eggs and flapjacks, which are both prone to sticking, will release effortlessly every time. If you’d rather serve dishes that can be made ahead of time, consider a savory egg strata with layers of grated cheese, potatoes and sliced ham, or a scrumptious oven-baked version of praline French toast. Either Southern-style recipe can be prepared and served in any durable oven to table stoneware. Make sure they are oven-, microwave-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe. Host a Friendly Couples
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Cooking Competition: Surprise and delight one or two other couples by “challenging” them to a Food Network-style cooking competition in your kitchen. You can set the game rules and theme for your friendly contest with your guests’ input in advance, and share the task of bringing key ingredients and kitchen equipment that will be needed to cook together for a spirited evening of food fun. Your theme could be as simple as who can make the best meatloaf, or who can beat the clock preparing the best-tasting chicken pasta dish in under 30 minutes. To really ignite some sparks and laughs, once guests have gathered for the cooking, reveal a “surprise ingredient” that everyone will need to incorporate in their dish. Choose Color as Your Party Theme Inspiration: Creating an inviting ambiance for a dinner or cocktail party can be as easy as focusing on a favorite color and letting this be your guide and inspiration. You can integrate color into your invite, develop a signature color drink, use one kind of flower for centerpieces, and serve foods from vessels that play up the color theme as well. If red is your passion, start by welcoming guests with a tray of pomegranate martinis and finish the evening with cherry or cranberry tarts for dessert. Choose a Favorite Ingredient as Your Party Theme Inspiration: Another fun way to plan a theme for your get-together is to spotlight a favorite ingredient. If you’re a chocoholic, for example, there are plenty of ways to incorporate this warm and indulgent treat into your evening. Unsweetened cocoa is a chef ’s secret weapon to adding complexity and depth to
hearty stews and chili, and dessert options for chocolate are practically endless. Take the Party Outdoors: In climates and seasons that are conducive to spending time outside, invite your guests to dine al fresco on your deck, patio or garden. Guests enjoy the informality of being outdoors, and the fresh air stimulates both conversation and appetites. Highlight the “outdoorsy” venue of your soiree by setting a table inspired by nature. Choose natural fibers for linens and placemats, and pluck fresh garden herbs, such as rosemary and basil to create simple, botanical centerpieces. Embrace the Power of Potlucks: Potluck-style parties, whereby guests bring a prepared dish to share, is very much back in vogue -- and a boon to time-strapped and budgetconscious hosts. You can modify a traditional potluck dinner by taking the lead in recommending dishes that will create a cohesive menu of complemen-
tary recipes. For a dash more creativity, consider giving your potluck a special theme, such as dishes from a favorite vacation locale (perhaps even where you went for your honeymoon), or favorite dishes from a beloved cuisine, such as Italian or Asian. You’ll want your own recipes for the potluck to be generously sized for entertaining, and prepared in attractive pots that can be brought straight from the range or oven to the table. Honoring Traditions with Casual Flair: Annual celebrations, such as Passover and Easter, reunite families at the table with time-honored traditions that are passed down from generation to generation. Honoring your heritage and cherished traditions does not mean you need to break out the fine silver, crystal and china. It’s easier than ever to create an elegant holiday table using casual, dishwasher- and microwave oven-safe tabletop made from durable porcelain and stoneware. cont. next page
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Offbeat Holidays are Cause for Celebration: Typical holidays, such as the Fourth of July, are perennial favorites for entertaining, but you can sway from the norm and celebrate an offbeat occasion. Love wine? Host a wine tasting party to kick off the annual release of Beaujolais wines. Are you famous for baking the best lasagna? Invite friends and family to share your dish in honor of National Lasagna Day -- yes, this holiday really does exist! Mardi Gras in February, also known as Fat Tuesday, provides the perfect excuse to throw a brunch-style pancake extravaganza with multiple variations on the traditional flapjack. And, lovers of Mexican food can celebrate Cinco de Mayo in May with a simple buffet of make-your-own tacos, paired with pitchers of Margaritas. Plan ahead for a successful party by taking inventory of your cooking equipment to be sure you have the right pans and tools for your menu. Heavy gauge nonstick cookware is a good place to start, as both offer a comprehensive range of basic and specialty pans that are easy to use, release foods easily, and clean up quickly. Score One for Your Team: Invite friends over for a laid back Sunday afternoon of communal cheering for your favorite
team on TV. Recreate the fun of a tailgate party by setting a hearty spread of Buffalo chicken wings, sliders, sandwiches, spicy dips, and other favorite finger foods on a game table or coffee table in your living room or den. Underscore the sporty and animated tone of your game party with vibrant and bold serving pieces. Let Them Eat Cake: Calling all baking enthusiasts, let your inner pastry chef shine by welcoming guests to a tempting dessert buffet, paired with coffee or tea. To encourage sampling of a variety of your treats, thinly slice layered cakes and pies, and cut brownies, bars and loaf breads into bite-size morsels. To keep cookies reasonably small rather than jumbo size, use a spring-loaded melon ball scoop to dole out small amounts of cookie dough onto baking pans. The bottom line? There is no limit to the themes you can come up with for entertaining. Remember though that the right cookware and serving pieces make your party sensational! Many of our locally owned shops offer a Bridal registry. Take advantage of the personalized service they will give you compared to the big box stores. These people will take time to help you with your decisions.
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The claddagh is a sign of enduring love For nearly 400 years the claddagh ring has been an important component of Irish tradition and culture. Although the rings have been largely circulated among those of Irish descent, those with no link to Ireland have been known to wear the claddagh as well.
* On the right hand with the point of the heart toward the fingertips, the wearer is single and may be looking for love. (This is most commonly the case when a young woman has first received the ring from a relative, unless she is already engaged).
The claddagh ring hails from an area of Ireland in the Galway town of Claddagh. Widely used as a friendship ring, the claddagh ring is notably intended for romantic relationships and for engagements and weddings.
* On the right hand with the point of the heart toward the wrist, the wearer is in a relationship (suggesting their heart has been “captured”).
According to Royal Claddagh jewelers, legend states that an Irishman named Richard Joyce was bound for the Irish Caribbean island of Montserrat when he was kidnapped by pirates. He was sold to a Moorish goldsmith who taught Joyce the skills of a master craftsmen. Back in Ireland, Joyce left behind a young love who was awaiting his return. In 1689, King William III negotiated the return of the slaves and Joyce returned to Galway and to the waiting arms of his love. At this time he presented his girlfriend with a gold ring emblazoned with two hands clasping a heart with a crown above. The hands were to represent their friendship, the heart to symbolize their eternal love and the crown to signify loyalty and lasting fidelity. The couple married shortly after and were never again separated. Claddagh rings soon become traditional love rings, until their popularity dwindled when Joyce ended his manufacturing career in the 1730s. However, the rings were revived a generation or more later and from then on a number of jewelers and goldsmiths in and around the Galway area made claddagh rings. The earliest manufacture was probably from cuttlebone mold casting. The way a claddagh ring is worn on the hand signifies the wearer’s relationship status, according to Irish author Colin Murphy in his book, “The Fekin’ Book of Everything Irish.”
* On the left hand with the point of the heart toward the fingertips, the wearer is engaged. * On the left hand with the point of the heart toward the wrist, the wearer is married. Today, claddagh rings are still frequently worn by those of Irish heritage both as a cultural symbol and an engagement ring.
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Calligraphy, embossing, fonts, watermarks -- these and other terms are finely engrained in the wedding stationery lexicon. While traditionalists may pore over carefully crafted invitations and other stationery products from commercial printers, couples looking to rein in wedding spending may choose to take a more hands-on approach to wedding invitations ... by printing the invites themselves.
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Before the advent of sophisticated home computer systems and affordable desktop printers, brides- and grooms-to-be had to rely on professional printers and engravers. The process of producing wedding invitations likely involved printing plates or some form of thermography and took place in a building replete with bulky equipment and the pungent aroma of ink. Though formal and often exquisitely executed, these wedding invitations can still prove quite expensive. It is not unheard of to spend several hundred up to $2,000 for high-quality engraved wedding invitations. Considering the invitation is held for a short period of time and then tossed away, some couples cannot imagine spending so much on invitations. In such instances, making your own invitations may be the most affordable option. Pre-Made Kits
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A visit to a stationery store or even the local craft retailer should present shoppers with several different wedding invitation kits. These packages often include blank invitations, response cards, envelopes and other embellishments pertaining to the invitation design. Some can be quite elaborate, with the inclusion of vellum or card inserts, as well as die-cut designs. Couples who want control over the wording and printing but would rather leave the creative design to someone else can benefit from these invitation kits. They also tend to be affordably priced in comparison to a professional printing service. Crafty Card-Making Interest in scrapbooking and card-making has spurred craft
centers to stock many different materials that can be used to design wedding invitations. Layering different types of paper to create a three-dimensional effect and using embellishments such as rhinestones or ribbon can help dress up the wedding invitation. Couples hosting a casual wedding for a small number of guests may enjoy the process of hand-crafting wedding invitations and possibly customizing them for each guest. Intimate affairs lend themselves well to this level of personalization, and handmade invitations could set the cozy tone of the celebration. Graphic Design Work Couples who have a creative spark may want to draw up their own invitation design or look for the assistance of an artist or graphic designer. There are many different programs that employ the use of clip art and stock imagery that can be put to use with regard to invitations. Those who have a cursory knowledge of some design applications can import text and images and manipulate the size of their templates accordingly for the type of invitation they desire. The finished file then can be printed at home or brought to an office supply center for more professional results. The opportunities to create wedding invitations at home enables some budget-conscious couples to keep costs for stationery at a minimum. Not only does making their own invitations save money, it also enables couples to have more creative control over one of the important components of a wedding that helps set the tone for the occasion.
Vintage Is Trend In Bridal Jewelry “Vintage remains a strong trend in bridal jewelry,” according to Jill Maier, VP of design at CAROLEE. Harking back to the adage that “everything old is new again,” brides are favoring art deco, estate-inspired silhouettes when it comes to jewels. The mix of crystal and pearl is a popular look for the bridal party and are readily found at your local vintage shop! The best part is that you will truly be wearing a vintage piece of jewelry and at a fraction of the cost of a new piece. The desire to look fabulous without spending a fortune has never been quite so high. Many brides are choosing just one or two standout accessories, balancing a modern detail-oriented ceremony and reception with their minimalistic, classic ensemble.
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Come spring, shoppers often ask, “What gift should I get Mom for Mother’s Day?” How do people transform the sentiments they have for their mother into gifts that represent love and devotion? Buying a Mother’s Day gift is no easy task, especially for those who wait until the last minute to do their shopping.
off the question and tell you nothing. It is up to you to do the investigative work. Pay attention to conversations and see if there is anything she mentions wanting to try or something around the house that may need updating. Practical gifts are less likely to end up unopened in the basement or attic.
Beginning early can ease the pressure of Mother’s Day shopping. Research gift options at least a month prior so that you can read reviews on products and services to guarantee quality. Here are other ways to shop in a smart manner.
* Check expiration dates. Gift certificates and cards for particular stores or services are popular come Mother’s Day. But it is essential to check expiration dates on the certificates, as there is a good chance Mom will put off pampering herself and you would not want the gift to expire before she has a chance to use it.
* Do some sleuthing. Play detective and take inventory of what Mom likes to do the most. If you ask your mother what she wants, she will likely brush
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No language can express the power, and beauty, and heroism, and majesty of a mother’s love. It shrinks not where man cowers, and grows stronger where man faints, and over wastes of worldly fortunes sends the radiance of its quenchless fidelity like a star. ~Edwin Hubbell Chapin from previous * Don’t skip the chocolate even the calorie-conscious Moms and Grandmothers enjoy a good piece of chocolate. Don’t buy her a commercially packaged box though, go to one of the many local candy shops our area has to offer and choose a selection of her absolute favorites. Most of our local chocolate shops offer customized boxes. * Avoid “final sale” items. It can be tempting to peruse the deep-discount rack at Mom’s favorite store when retailers cut prices on items in anticipation of
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* Share the responsibilities. While the days of the single-income household may be a thing of the past, many of the conventions of those days remain. Women may still feel the responsibility to cook family meals, clean up after the children and make it to all of their children’s sporting events or other school-related events. But those responsibilities should be shared so women can ensure they’re giving both their careers and families the attention each deserves. Devise a schedule where both parents tackle such responsibilities equally so each
* Exercise daily. Juggling a family and a career is often stressful, and stress can have a very adverse effect on your health. Women with high stress levels are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and cardiovascular disease. But the American Psychological Association notes the positive impact of exercise as a means to alleviating stress, citing studies that have shown that physically active people have lower rates of anxiety and depression than people who are sedentary. It’s easy to become irritable when stressed, and no mother wants to be irritable in the presence of her children. Incorporating exercise into your daily routine is a great way to cont. on next page
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Such a juggling act is seldom easy, and many mothers find themselves neglecting one obligation for the benefit of another. The following are a few tips to make balancing work and family a little easier.
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alleviate the stress of juggling a family and a career, and you can even incorporate your family into your exercise routine, going for nightly walks after dinner or playing with your children in the yard. * Stay involved with your child’s school. Many mothers find staying active with their children’s school is a great opportunity for them to bond with their kids and keep abreast of developments at their school. Such involvement can be minimal, such as attending a monthly luncheon with kids or agreeing to be a chaperone on one or two class trips per year. Such events are typically scheduled months in advance, so you should have ample time to arrange a break from the office without neglecting your professional responsibilities. * Take advantage of workfrom-home policies. As technology has advanced, many companies have become much more lenient with regard to employees working from home. If your company allows you to work from home, even if it’s only once per week, then take advantage of that offer. This can
provide more time with your kids, it will likely save you money on childcare, and you are certain to appreciate the opportunity to skip your daily commute, even if it is only once a week or a couple of times per month. * Plan ahead. Looking ahead is another way to make juggling a family and a career easier. Plan meals in advance to cut down on preparation time when it’s your night to cook. This can involve placing foods in a slow cooker in the morning or preparing part of the meal in advance so it’s ready to go in the oven the moment you arrive home. Another way to plan ahead is to look at kids’ school schedules and plan trips during the school year when school won’t be in session. A three-day weekend is a perfect opportunity to plan a getaway to a nearby locale where the whole family can relax and reconnect without the pressures of daily life. Juggling a family and career is not always easy, but there are ways that today’s mothers can raise a happy family and still have a successful career.
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Protecting skin as it ages Just as the body changes with age, so do the needs of the skin. While acne and breakouts may have been the bane of existence as an adolescent, wrinkles and dark spots are concerns as we age. The U.S. National Library of Medicine says that skin changes are one of the most noticeable signs of aging. Sagging skin and wrinkles are two of the more common problems men and women encounter as they age. As people get older, connective tissues in the skin that promote strength and elasticity have a tendency of breaking down. Furthermore, the blood vessels of the dermis become more fragile, which can lead to bruising. Also, sebaceous glands may produce less oil, making the skin less able to moisturize itself. As a result, the skin thins out. It is important to note these changes so that people can be proactive in their approach to skincare as they age. There are certain strategies to put in place that can make the difference in the appearance and health of the skin. While none of these are the magic “fountain of youth,” they go a long way to promoting a more youthful appearance. * Address dryness. If the skin is itchy or uncomfortable, or if you find that there is extra flaking, lack of moisture could be a problem. Moisturizer should be the staple of a skincare regimen. Experiment with moisturizers until you find the one that is the best match for your skin. * Use sun protection. The sun is one of the single biggest con-
tributors to unhealthy skin and premature signs of aging. Always wear sun protection products when going out in the sun, even on overcast days. * Don’t tug or be rough on the skin. The skin becomes more delicate and prone to injury as a person ages. Therefore, unnecessary roughness while washing and drying can break capillaries or mar the skin in other ways. Be delicate, using cotton to wipe away makeup and avoid cleansers that have rough excoriators or other substances that can be rough on the skin. * Revise makeup shades and products as needed. As skincare needs change, it pays to go with the flow in terms of the products you use and buy. What may have been flattering a few years ago may not be flattering now. Think about neutral or rosy shades in the types of foundations and blushers you select. Avoid anything that is too dramatic or drastic. * Drink plenty of water. Dehydration can increase the risk of injury with regards to the skin, making it more susceptible to dryness and other issues. Be sure to always stay hydrated by consuming enough water to ward off feelings of thirst. * Experiment with a facial. Facials can help promote blood flow to the skin and improve the appearance of youth and vitality. In addition, a facial massage can feel invigorating. Check with a spa near you to see if they offer facial services. Talk with the staff about your skincare needs and ask for recommendations on the products that may work for you.
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Come mid-April, late-filing taxpayers across the country are looking for ways to lower their tax bills or increase their tax refunds. Perhaps the most effective way to do just that is to take advantage of the numerous potential tax deductions available. Though tax laws change each year and it’s always best to consult with a tax professional before making a questionable deduction, the following are a few oftoverlooked deductions that might trim your tax bill and keep your money in your pocket and out of the coffers of the Internal Revenue Service.
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* Charitable items: Many taxpayers are fully aware they can deduct donated vehicles or monetary gifts to charities, but there are other items related to charitable efforts that might be deducted as well. The cost of supplies you purchase for use in charitable endeavors or uniforms purchased that you wear while doing charitable work can typically be considered charitable donations, making them
further their education might be eligible to earn tax breaks because of that ambition. The tuition and fees deduction allows you to take up to a certain amount off your taxable income without even itemizing. Other credits, including the American opportunity tax credit, are available as well. Visit the IRS Web site (www.irs.gov) or discuss your situation with a professional tax preparer to determine
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* Costs related to job hunting: Men and women who are currently employed but looking for work within their fields might be able to deduct the costs associated with their job hunt, including resume design and printing and employment agency fees. These costs typically must exceed a percentage of your adjusted gross income before they can be deducted, so look into the law and examine your expenses to see if you qualify.
* Home improvements: Some home improvements might still be eligible for tax credits thanks to a provision in the 2013 tax bill. Residential energy upgrades to energy-efficient products might not be worth as large a deduction as they were in the past, but they can still help homeowners trim a little off of their tax bills.
* Moving costs: Relocating for a new job? Then chances are you can write off many of your moving expenses. New college grads may also be eligible to write off some of their moving expenses if they are relocating for their first job out of college. * Educational expenses: Men and women who want to
One good way to check out your home improvement options is to visit a show like the Rome Home Show! The Kennedy Arena in Rome will be filled with home improvement companies. Walk around and get some ideas on ways to improve your home and potentially save on your income tax in 2013! Check out the complete exhibitor list in the centerfold and start planning your strategy!
Plant a self-sustaining garden Gardening is a rewarding hobby with thousands of devotees. Backyard gardens provide beauty and aesthetic appeal to a landscape, and they can be a source of homegrown food and a natural habitat for outdoor wildlife. A self-sustaining garden can be an efficient addition to any home, but gardens require upkeep and a certain measure of dedication. A self-sufficient garden is a garden that sustains itself through proper planning and execution. Such gardens can almost take care of themselves so long as the soil is healthy soil, the seeds are reused and organic material is produced. Self-sustaining gardens also represent a lifestyle where individuals are responsible for producing their own foods -- thus sustaining themselves without the need to shop for produce elsewhere. When planting your own selfsustaining garden, consider the following tips.
* Start with soil. Healthy soil is essential to a thriving garden. The soil must have the right pH, correct texture and composition, and be full of nutrients. Very often the native soil in yards is not adequate to keep a garden thriving. In such instances, the soil needs to be improved. Adding compost -- which can be produced in the yard as well -- to the soil will enrich the soil with nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. * Maintain proper soil consistency. Soil that is the right consistency, meaning the optimum balance of sand, clay and actual soil, is another necessity for a self-sustaining garden. The ideal ratio should be 40 percent sand, 40 percent silt and 20 percent clay. Having the right balance of soil can secure root formation and promote proper drainage.
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SATuRDAY, APRiL 27 • 11:30am - 12:30pm Pampered Chef “Cook-Off for the Paws” — to benefit the Humane Society of Rome • 1:00pm - 3:30pm The Bee Man Candle Company — How to Create Pollinator Gardens, presented by Kelly Hyland, and How to Make Honey & Honey Tasting, and The Plight of the Honey Bee, presented by Brian Howell
ThROuGhOuT ThE wEEkEND • The Marketplace Room A variety of independent retailers will be on hand with items for purchase
OThER AREAS OF iNTEREST: • 10am - 5pm Coloring projects and the Bouncy house at AmeriCu’s “Fun Zone”, Courtesy of AmeriCU Credit Union
• SuNDAY, APRiL 28 • 10:00am - 11:00am • 11:30am - 12:30pm • 1:15pm - 1:45 pm • 2:00 pm - 3:00pm
Rome Fire Dept Extrication & Safety Demo (outside) - Response procedures to motor vehicle accidents & specialized tools to rescue trapped victims from vehicle
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American Red Cross — Preparing Your Family for Disaster Pampered Chef “Cook-Off for the Paws” — to benefit the Humane Society of Rome NuVal Nutrition Scoring System & Good Nutrition — Community Dietition from Price Chopper The Bee Man Candle Company — How to Make Honey & Honey Tasting, presented by Brian Howell
• AmeriCu’s “Fun Zone” • kids Booth Craft, Games and Face painting • Rome Art & Community Center Creative Arts Demonstrations • City of Rome Christmas Lights Refurbishing Project Display
OThER AREAS OF iNTEREST : • 10am - 3pm • 11am • 12pm - 3pm
Coloring projects and the Bouncy house at AmeriCu’s “Fun Zone”, Courtesy of AmeriCU Credit Union Rome Fire Dept Extrication & Safety Demo (outside) - Response procedures to motor vehicle accidents & specialized tools to rescue trapped victims from vehicle kids! Meet your favorite Cartoon Characters, Courtesy of the Rotary Club of Rome
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32” LG LED-TV One lucky person will win a TV, courtesy of Direct Buy. Winner announced Sunday at 3pm; need not be present to win. Two 50/50 Raffles — One drawing each day (Tickets sold Sat will not be good for Sunday). One ticket for $1, three for $2 or an arm’s length for $5. Ticket sales end Saturday at 4pm, winner announced at 4:30pm. Ticket sales end Sunday at 2:30pm, winner announced at 3pm. Prize will equal one-half the total sales. Need not be present to win. Hold on to your tickets. Winning numbers will be posted on the Chamber website, www.RomeChamber.com, or call the Chamber office on Monday, April 29 (315) 337-1700.
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The Rome Area Chamber of Commerce Presents The 38th Annual Rome Home Show Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & April 28, 2013 New Hours: Sat. 9am‐5pm & Sun. 9am‐4pm J.F. Kennedy Civic Arena ~ 500 W. Embargo St, Rome, NY
Booth Exhibitor A AmeriCU Credit Union B C D 1 & 2 Joe Tahan’s Furniture 3 Berkshire Bank 4 Barrier Window Systems 5 6 7 8 Jervis Public Library 9 Girl Scout Troop 10 Mohawk Valley Community Col‐ lege 11 Basement Waterproofing, Inc. 12 13 Rome Art and Community Center 14 CNY Solar 15 Olney’s Flowers of Rome 16 R‐CATS Program 17 & 18 Quality Work Home Services 19 20 Rotary Club of Rome 21 Rome Chamber of Commerce 22 Doreen M. St. Thomas, Esq. 23 Lincoln Investment Planning 24 Rural Generation & Wind 25 Wayne Paving 26 Oneida County Tourism 27 Time Warner Cable 28 King Pin Lanes 29 Rome Memorial Hospital 30 Staples 31 Barry Best Seamless Gutters 32 Arc of Oneida/Lewis Counties 33 Ehrlich Pest Control 34 & 35 Wagner Farms 36 Mumford Driveway Sealing 37 Upstate Cerebral Palsy 38 Direct Buy 39 40 & 41 Cellular Sales Verizon Wireless 42 & 43 New York Homeowners Construc‐ tion Co. 44 City of Rome 45 NYSERDA 46 NYS Public Service Commission 47 Bluegreen Vacations Unlimited 48 & 49 Lowe’s Home Improvement 50 Rome Police Dept. 51 Rome Fire Dept. 52 Redeeming Restoration 53 Somatique Massage & Wellness 54 Somatique Massage & Wellness
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LIMITED NUMBER OF BOOTHS STILL AVAILABLE! For more information, contact the Rome Area Chamber of Commerce at (315) 337‐1700 or info@RomeChamber.com
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Celebrating More Than Moms on Mother’s Day
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Every spring individuals celebrate their mothers on Mother’s Day. It has evolved from a day to honor mothers to one that recognizes all special women. Therefore, if there is a woman in one’s life who isn’t a biological mother -- but special nonetheless -- Mother’s Day can be a time to tell her how much she is appreciated.
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There are many reasons a person may want to honor a woman that is not his or her mother. Perhaps the person’s own mother has passed away or is not prominent in this individual’s life. Maybe there is a grandmother or aunt with whom one is especially close. There may be a teacher or mentor that has touched the life of a person in a special way.
* Treat her to a special dinner. Ask about favorite foods and create a meal at home. If dining out is a must, choose a day other than Mother’s Day to avoid the crowds and have intimate moments with just the two of you, especially if you are also honoring your own mother on Mother’s Day.
* Create a handmade card with personalized sentiments that reflect the unique relationship with this special woman. This can mean more than a prepurchased card that may not offer the right words.
* Find something you both enjoy and then go and do that. Maybe you met up due to a hobby or interest. Remember the first day you met and reminisce by heading to that place for a celebration.
* Find out her interests and spend a day doing entirely what she wants to do. It doesn’t necessarily have to take place on Mother’s Day. A trip to a museum or a day at the park -- whatever it may be -- can be a nice outing.
* Have an extended family fiesta. Host a Mother’s Day party at home and single out all the special women in attendance. Serve cocktails and enjoy the time spent together.
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* Purchase quality seeds. Use fresh seeds, particularly ones that have been harvested from your own garden the year before, to have the best chances for germination. Or buy seeds from a reputable source, like a garden center or an online retailer who specializes in vegetable seeds.
Mother’s Day Dinner Buffet Chef Carved Roast Pork Loin & Cranberry Glazed Breast of Turkey Grilled Steak Portabella • Chicken & Greens Haddock Almondine • Blush Sundried Tomato Rigatoni Garlic Whipped Potatoes • Roasted Vegetable Medley Fresh Salad Bar • Assorted Dinner Rolls • Smoked Salmon Display Assorted Petite Fours • Holiday Dessert Display Served from 4pm to 7pm $29.95 Seniors $27.95 Children 10 and under $13.95
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is typically ideal for growing vegetables. A pH tester can be purchased from a gardening center. Amend the soil accordingly to get the soil back to its correct level. * Know the growing season. Vegetables should be planted during the season in which they will thrive. Peas, beets and cabbage, for example, are coldtemperature vegetables, while cucumbers, squash and melons thrive in warm climates. Plant accordingly so that the vegetables will have the best chances for success.
* Start seedlings indoors. You may want to work with seedlings indoors so that you can monitor growth and care for them more easily. Then transplant the seedlings outside when they are stable enough for the elements.
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Support Your Local Independent Businesses By Mike Sadallah When you walk down Main Street in any city in America you’re sure to find great restaurants, bakery or products from a locally owned independent business. It’s wonderful to simply walk in, browse and visit with the local business owners and hear whats happening in the
community. Local entrepreneurship is deeply woven into America’s history. Independent business has always been the American dream. Local businesses have been a driving factor for our local economy and has set us apart from other nations. Supporting local independent businesses has never been more important than it is today. In a struggling economy, 2013 will be a challenging year for many local businesses. Shopping local keeps money in the local economy. This is so important, because half of working Americans either own or work for a small business, and small business creates two of every three new jobs! It’s refreshing to see the local restaurant owner walking through the dining room thanking patrons for their support; or when you see the store owners’ eyes light up as you carry that perfect gift to the counter and
he shares a story about how the product was made, where it comes from or how it’s oneof-a-kind. Immediately the gift becomes so much more special. Moments like that are priceless. There are countless reasons to support local independent businesses , however I have come up with a few key reasons: 1. When new and unique businesses receive support from the community, it creates competition and we end up with a collection of cutting edge businesses, the result is ever improving goods and services. 2. Our unique restaurants, shops and services are part of what makes our Utica-Rome region a special place to live. These businesses define our community and give us character.
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The dos and don’ts of basement finishing Remodeling a basement is a popular home improvement project. A finished basement makes the space more functional and, when done correctly, can add a considerable amount of living space to a home. Finishing a basement pays dividends in additional space in a home that doesn’t require the same level of investment as putting an addition on the house. Also, the groundwork for a finished room is already there,
the work. DO start with a detailed plan. Measure out the basement and mark any items that cannot be moved, such as a furnace, water heater or pipes. Create a design board that showcases the materials you plan to use on the project. Think about ways you plan to arrange furniture and consider all of the possible uses for the room. Will it be a home theater? Will someone be sleeping down there? Each scenario will require certain amenities and safety requirements.
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DON’T plan to finish the entire basement. Doing so will leave you without a storage or utility area where you house holiday decorations, tools, luggage and similar items. DO get the scoop on building codes. Knowing what the municipality allows in basement remodeling will help you to customize a plan that is functional, safe and legal. No one wants to be slapped with fines for failing to follow the rules. Plus, failure to meet building codes could mean the work that has been done must be torn out and redone. It pays to follow the chain of command and secure permits while having all work inspected. DON’T overlook adequate lighting in your refinishing plan. A basement is likely one area of the house that has limited natural light pouring in. With traditionally small windows, or no windows at all, a basement needs ample lighting in its design scheme. This may include a combination of overhead and task lighting. Ample lighting will help the room feel like part of the house and not just a forgotten storage area. DO take into consideration moisture issues in the basement. Many basements are plagued by moisture issues ranging from water seepage to condensation forming on walls. These situations may vary depending on the weather throughout the year. Certain materials may need to be used to mitigate water issues before finishing can take place. The installation of water-
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On Healing and Curing: Not Always the Same and Why We Need Both By Susan Romeo, MS, RN One day I heard little quip that made me smile: If you are a scientist, at some point in time both your theory and your evidence base will surely be obsolete. I suppose the same goes for non-science folk too, and maybe the moral of the story is simply that eventually, we all become outdated. In medicine, healing and curing are not always the same thing. These days I may go so far as to say that they typically are not the same thing, although under the best of circumstances they go hand in hand. Curing refers to the absence of symptoms and signs of disease, while healing means to make whole. Curing is thought by many to be more within the realm of science, while healing is thought to be more in the realm of emotion, mind and spirit. As if we could separate one’s being into these discrete and freestanding parts. It has been a most challenging thing for me as a clinician to move through the door of my own evolution. Inside was the linear, cause and effect, Western medical model of my health training. I enjoy science, and I value the detailed knowledge of the physical body’s workings. Yet outside, I gained comfort with a broader, more inclusive base of body- mind- spirit thought. What once was firmly locked and separate keeping, now opens albeit with the same discernment. In fact, even the windows of my health house allow free movement and circulation, and I enjoy watching the curtains billow in the breeze. It has taken active effort and here I now stand—one foot firmly rooted in each the allopathic and holistic camps. It has become my own screened in
porch, with a patio and garden no less. One of the earliest things I had to learn, is that what I was taught many years ago tends to fit more with a “curing” frame-
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Supplements That All Human Beings Should Take… By: Dr.Timothy J. DelMedico Spring is a good time to assess your nutritional intake and make a few changes. Even if you think that you have a perfect diet, I can assure you that you do not. Fruits and vegetables these days are becoming more and more nutritionally void of essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies require to function well. The soil that they are grown in is becoming more contaminated as the years pass. If you compare fruits and vegetables of today to those grown even 50 years ago, you will see that with the increased use of pesticides, GMO (genetically modified) products, and leaching of minerals have destroyed their nutritional content. Obviously, organic foods are better nutritionally than non-organic but even if you eat totally organic, there will still be some compounds/vitamins that your body will need. I suggest supplementation of four main dietary supplements to “fill in the blanks” left by even the most discerning eater. The first one is a good multivitamin. Yes, the brand matters as well. A high quality multi-vitamin will contain the essentials that you need in their most active form. This allows the substances to be readily absorbed and distributed in your body. You are going to pay more for these types of vitamins.
Fish oil capsules are easy to find and easy to take. Most people are lacking in Omega 3 fatty acids. The benefits of these compounds are far reaching and
still being discovered every year. Everything from heart health, skin and nails, and joint aches can be affected by this awesome supplement. You can get this from your diet as well, but it is easier in gelcap form. Again, you want a high quality fish oil. The lower priced ones generally contain more mercury, as they
Autism and Gluten by Malissa Allen
If you read books, the newspaper or watch TV at all today, the word Autism is now mentioned in just about every media outlet available. The number of children on the autism spectrum seems to be growing at a rapid speed. Even with all the publicity, many people today still do not know what Autism is. It is simply seen as a form of “retardation”, compared to the movie “rain man”. A disease that steals away
a child’s ability to have social and speech skills, many have “odd, repetitive behaviors”, obsessions with things such as trains, along with many other behavior characteristics as non-autistic children. What seems to be the more notable controversy, are the treatment’s available that many autism families claims increase the value to the life of these children, most popular, the GF/CS diet. For decades,
from previous are concentrated from many fish. You want a pure, filtered fish oil from a reputable source.
by eating greek yogurt as well.
Probiotics are next. There are some doctors that believe that health starts in the digestive system. There are billions of good and bad bacteria that flourish in your gut. Probiotics ensure that there are more good than bad. They have even been shown to boost your immune system. You can increase your good bacteria
The last of my “big 4” supplements that every human being should take is Vitamin D3. Just like fish oil, more is being discovered about the benefits of Vitamin D3 every year. Vitamin D3 helps calcium get into the bones to prevent osteoporosis. Vitamin D3 has also recently been shown to be low in every case of depression that is diagnosed. Here in central NY,
the gluten-free, casein-free diet (GF/CF diet) has been a popular approach by parents attempting to improve the cognitive and behavioral symptoms of their children’s autism. This approach has been bolstered by anecdotal reports from parents and celebrities that avoiding gluten and/ or casein–the proteins found in wheat, barley, rye and milk, respectively–may help improve symptoms of people living with autism. Because this is a nontraditional medical treatment, many general practitioners are non-believers to its ability to
do any kind of change, being it’s considered a neurological disorder. To understand the connection of the two, you first must understand each as a single subject to make the connection of how removing food products from a diet can improve behavior issues, increase speech, and offer a better life to those on the autism spectrum.
where we have a small amount of sunny days, especially in winter, people have dangerously low levels. Please supplement your diet with D3. If you have questions about dosage or want suggestions on brands, please check with your doctor. Most Chiropractors are experts in nutrition as well, as it is taught extensively in chiropractic college. Again, it is becoming more and more apparent the longer that I am
in private practice (12 years) that the human body needs five main components to truly be healthy: a good diet (with supplements), plenty of rest, daily exercise, adequate hydration, and a healthy functioning nervous system to regulate it all. *Dr. DelMedico owns and operates DelMedico Chiropractic, PC at 2709 Genesee Street in South Utica. Call 797-1908 or email delmedicochiropractic@gmail. com to set up an appointment.
So what is autism? Autism is a potentially severe neurological condition affecting social functioning, communication skills,
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reasoning, and behavior. It is considered a spectrum disorder, meaning that the symptoms and characteristics of autism can present themselves in a variety of combinations, ranging from extremely mild to quite severe. One of the most frustrating aspects of autism is the lack of physical findings in individuals with autism. Most individuals with autism have normal appearances, and few, if any, obvious medical problems. Because the specific cause of autism is unknown, there is no prenatal test available for autism. This is where the controversy begins, medical professionals that practice “standard medical protocols”, do not commonly test for allergies or for “nonobvious medical issues” nor is it “standard practice” to dig deeper into the cause of autism and the treatment to find that there could very well be hidden medical problems. Is there proof that food items that contain gluten and casein could be causing behavior issues associated with autism? As usual, it
comes down to man vs. medicine. So, what is it about gluten and casein? Don’t we all consume these in everyday food products, used in every kitchen? How could it cause such havoc to a body that would lead thousands of families to go against medical professional’s advice and put their child on a strict GFCF diet? Some, (but not all) research suggests that one feature of autism spectrum disorders is reduced enzymatic activity and increased permeability of the intestinal barrier, both of which can lead to potential gastrointestinal problems. Given these digestive disorders, one prevailing theory holds that ingestion of gluten or casein might result in incomplete digestion, in turn causing large, undigested proteins to leak out of the gut and travel to the brain, where they could eventually interfere with neuro-receptors and cause autistic symptoms. Therefore, it was believed that in susceptible autistic patients, a gluten-free/ casein-free diet might produce
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direct improvements in brain function. To date, research on the topic has been very contradictory and characterized by small, poorly-designed studies. This is the one side of the argument, but like always, there are two sides to every story. How would such controversy over a simple diet become as such, and, who says it works? In 2005, Jenny McCarthy, actress and New York Times bestselling author published an astonishing book, “Louder than words, a Mothers journey to healing autism”, claiming she had “recovered” her son, Evan, from autism, using biomedical protocol, along with the help of Dr. Jerry Kartzinel. The medical field went crazy with this, stating her claims were false, with no proof to back it up, other than her own words. The claim was, both she, and Dr. Kartzinel, were only out to gain financially off millions of desperate families willing to do anything to “heal” their children. Dr.Kartzinel, one of top autism doctors in the nation, came back with not only
medical proof, but human proof as well. Millions of families began joining the GFCF diet team, using their own children as the proof. In their book, Healing and Preventing Autism,( 2009) Jenny and Dr. Kartzinel share their beliefs that the best way to tackle the factors contributing to autism is through a biomedical approach. Biomedical intervention looks at nutrition, detoxification, and removal of interfering factors, such as yeast, food allergies, viruses, bacteria, and heavy metals. Jenny and Dr. Kartzinel admit that biomedical interventions do not help everyone, but thousands of children have improved with this type of therapy. An important focus of this approach involves supporting the body’s innate healing response with healthy food and nutritional supplements. Their book asserts that autism is not rooted in one cause, and therefore successful treatment is often multifaceted. First of all, clean up the diet. A gluten free-casein free diet is Cont. on pg 55
Adjusting to life with your newly adopted dog Bringing a new dog home from an animal shelter is an exciting experience. Dogs can bring a lot of joy and energy into a household, quickly becoming a treasured member of the family. Adjusting to life with a newly adopted dog is not always smooth sailing, as members of the household often deal with a transition period as they grow more acclimated to the responsibility of pet ownership. Sometimes this transition is easy, while other times it can be more complicated. The following are a few tips to help new dog owners make their transition to pet ownership go more smoothly. * Emphasize routine. Routine makes dogs more comfortable, and this can make things easier on new dog owners. Get up and go to bed at the same time each day, and schedule walks and play time at the same time each day as well. As the dog grows more acclimated to your home, you can gradually vary your own schedule, but try to stick to the walking and playtime schedule for your dog as much as possible. Anxiety is a significant issue for many shelter dogs, but sticking to a routine can help lower that anxiety significantly. * Visit the veterinarian within days of the adoption. A visit to the vet is necessary even if your dog has received all of its necessary vaccinations. The vet can examine the dog and give advice on diet and exercise, which is especially valuable information for those owners who
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have never before owned a dog. In addition, a vet might direct men and women who adopted a purebred to a colleague who specializes in that particular breed. Such vets may be more specific when recommending a diet or exercise regimen, which can help the dog’s long-term health. * Gradually alter diet. Many shelter dogs were on poor diets before they came to the shelter, and the shelter or your veterinarian might suggest changing that diet. Adapting to a new diet won’t necessarily be easy for your dog, but gradual changes often ease this transition. For example, if the dog’s diet must change completely, don’t change it all in one day. Gradually mix old food with the new food over the course of several days, adding more new food and substracting more of the old food each day. By the fourth or fifth day, the dog’s diet should consist entirely of the new food
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hether you grow your own vegetables or shop the produce aisle in your grocery store, garden-fresh vegetables add beautiful color and great taste to the table. Ree Drummond, known to her fans as The Pioneer Woman, is raising four active kids on a working cattle ranch in Okla homa and has written two best-selling cookbooks. She says she loves to find new ways to put more delicious veggies on her family’s table. “I get so excited about my garden — maybe a little too excited!” Drummond says. “Sometimes I literally have vegetables coming out my ears. Fortunately, I’ve got four kids who love to pick just about anything I plant, so everything gets harvested on time — if not a little earlier.” “When I bring those veggies into my kitchen, nothing shows off their fresh flavor like a little bit of butter — or, even better, Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt. I love this product because it comes in pre-measured, one-quarter cup sticks of butter. That makes prep easier, because so many of my recipes, like my Pasta Primavera, call for just 2 to 4 tablespoons of butter.” If you don’t have a vegetable garden or can’t always get fresh produce, don’t despair. Flash-frozen vegetables retain much of their flavor and nutrient value. Thaw vegetables before using them in these recipes, or just heat them through and toss with high-quality butter for an easy side dish. When they taste this good, kids will be saying, “More veggies, please!” Ree Drummond has partnered with Land O’Lakes and blogs at www.ThePioneerWoman.com. Find more garden-fresh recipes at www.LandOLakes.com.
Yield: 4 servings 1 half stick (4 tablespoons) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound whole jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed 3 carrots, peeled and chopped 1/2 pound asparagus, ends trimmed off, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen green peas Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 lemon 1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley Fresh Parmesan shavings, as desired Heat 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and stir to cook for 1 minute. Add shrimp and cook for 3 minutes, or until opaque. Remove shrimp and garlic to a plate. Do not clean skillet. Add rest of the butter and melt. Add carrots and asparagus in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender but still slightly crisp. Scoot carrots and asparagus to edges of pan, then add peas to middle of pan. Cook for one to two minutes, stirring gently, until peas are heated through and tender. Add shrimp back to pan, stir to toss, then add salt and pepper. Squeeze juice of one lemon all over contents of pan and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Sprinkle parsley over top. Serve stir fry immediately over cooked rice, or on its own. Top with Parmesan shavings and squeeze on extra lemon juice if needed.
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Yield: 4 servings 6 ounces (1 1/2 cups) uncooked dried penne pasta 1 half stick (4 tablespoons) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic 2 medium (2 cups) tomatoes, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to saucepan. Keep warm. Meanwhile, melt butter in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds or until softened. Add tomatoes and basil; continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until heated through (1 to 2 min utes). Add pasta and Parmesan cheese, stir until combined. Serve immediately.
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Yield: 4 servings 1 pound asparagus, trimmed 1 (8-ounce) package mushrooms, quartered 1/4 cup red onion, sliced 3 large cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 half stick (4 tablespoons) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt, melted 1 teaspoon lemon juice Heat oven to 425°F. Arrange asparagus, mushrooms and onions on aluminum foil-lined 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with garlic, salt and pepper. Drizzle melted butter and lemon juice over top. Bake 15 to 20 minutes until asparagus are tender and lightly browned.
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Yield: 6 servings For the pasta 1 half stick (4 tablespoons) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt, divided 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally 1 cup bite-sized broccoli pieces 2 medium zucchini, sliced diagonally 1 medium summer squash, sliced diagonally 4 ounces white mushrooms, washed and sliced 1/2 large onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup frozen peas 1 cup diced cooked ham 8 whole basil leaves, chopped (set aside extra chopped basil, for garnish) 1 pound pasta (penne, fusilli or linguini), cooked according to package directions and drained For the sauce 1/4 cup dry white wine (up to 1/2 cup), optional (replace with additional broth if not using) 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 3/4 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup half-and-half Black pepper to taste 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (set aside extra grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish) Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and cook for 1 minute, then add broccoli and cook for an addi tional minute. Remove from skillet and set aside. Add 1 additional tablespoon butter to skillet and allow it to melt. Add zucchini, squash, and mushrooms, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until vegetables are starting to soften. Remove from skillet and add to other vegetables. Set aside. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Add onions and garlic to skillet and cook for 2 minutes, or until starting to turn translucent. Pour in wine and chicken broth and stir, scraping bottom of pan to loosen flavorful bits. Cook liquid for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing it to reduce by about half. Stir in cream and half-and-half, then add Parmesan and allow cheese to melt. Add black pepper to taste. Let sauce thicken for about 2 to 3 minutes. Add all vegetables to sauce, then add frozen peas, diced ham and chopped basil. Stir to combine everything. If sauce needs a little more liquid, splash in a small amount of broth as needed. Place cooked pasta in a large serving bowl. Pour all contents of skillet over pasta and toss to combine. Sprinkle with extra chopped basil and serve with extra Parmesan.
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one that has helped thousands of kids. In addition, eat as organic as possible, and avoid artificial colorings and flavorings, sugar, preservatives, and artificial sweeteners. Consider nutritional supplementation. Dr. Kartzinel believes autistic kids have major nutrient deficiencies. The book highlights the supplements he has found most helpful for his patients. Dr.Kartzinel’s claim is,” children with autism have weakened immune system that cannot simply breakdown proteins that are found in both gluten and casein. The inability to break these proteins down causes what’s known as “leaky gut syndrome”. On simple terms, the proteins cause the intestinal wall to form holes, allowing the gases from the protein to enter straight into the blood stream causing euphoria like feeling, comparing it to the effects of how heroin would feel like to the regular person. This gets them “high”, causing many of the” autistic behaviors”. Think of it this way, that we all born with our own size garbage can that only holds as much toxins as our body is built to withstand, but what happens when our can is full? The toxins will build up outside the can and can cause disease. Two more variables to consider here: One is that we are all born with different size garbage cans, some bigger than some smaller. The next is how efficiently we can dump our garbage can so it can accept more toxins. Now it becomes it easy to understand how children with autism can develop symptoms at different times following different exposures. They are just indicating to us when their “garbage container” is full. To back this theory, The Autism Research Institute collected data from 26,000 parents on the effects of biomedical treatments with the results posted on the website. 90% observed improvement in their children with such approaches as the glutenfree, casein-free diet, removing sugar from the diet, supplementing with cod liver oil, etc. Elsewhere on the site, www. autism.com, parents began to
share story after story of the children that emerged once the diet was put into place, the most valuable response McCarthy and Kartzinel could use, human evidence. With all the chaos stirred by two people, one an actress, and a mother with a child with autism, and the other being a DAN! (Defeat Autism Now) Dr., also with a child on the spectrum. Surely these two knew what they were saying. They had seen it with their own eyes, so had millions of families. Both have children that made incredible improvements, so why was society so against this treatment? Medical professionals that treat with traditional medical protocol were the first to scream foul play. DAN! Dr.’s, those that treat diseases with other ways including diet, supplements, changing environment, removing toxins from the body to improve its wellbeing, believe in healing the problem instead of masking the problem with a pill. Wasn’t this simple to understand? Isn’t it easy to see that if you heal the gut by removing the main foods that are causing the problems and autism symptoms that they would simply go away? Not to the general public, no. The battle had begun between the millions of families with children with autism and the medical professionals. Study after study began to make headline news. Review of related to dietary changes in patients with autism, specifically, the effects of gluten-free or casein-free diets on those with autism. After reviewing the articles, which covered 188 patients between the ages of 2 and 17, scientist deduced a “limited and weak” connection between a diet low in gluten or casein and brain function in those with autism, suggesting a different factor may be to blame for any observed behavioral changes after dietary restrictions were imposed. So, how does this recent study account for some patients’ reported changes in mood and behavior on the GF/CF diet? Simple, allergies and food intolerance, according to researchers “Should a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience acute Cont. on pg 56
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recommended by your vet. * Behave yourself. The first few days with a new dog can go a long way toward making the pooch feel comfortable or uncomfortable in its new home. If you have never owned a dog in the past, expect the dog to have some anxiety in the first few days. This anxiety can manifest itself in a variety of ways, including chewing furniture, going to the bathroom indoors or general restlessness. It’s easy to overreact to such manifestations, but control your temper and manage to discourage inappropriate behavior without getting angry. If you can successfully manage a dog’s initial anxiety as
it transitions to its new home, the dog is more likely to behave properly as time progresses. But if you allow your disappointment or temper to get the better of you in those first days after the adoption, your chances of successfully transitioning the dog to your home will decrease significantly. Adopting a shelter dog is a great way to add a new and loving member to your family. Though some transitions are more difficult than others, owners who keep calm and work to reduce their dog’s anxiety are likely to treasure their new addition for years to come.
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behavioral changes, seemingly associated with changes in diet, practitioners should consider testing the child for allergies and food intolerances,” researchers say, “ Given the possible risks associated with a strict GF/CF diet in developing children, including nutritional deficiencies and poor bone development, the researchers suggest limiting the use of GF/CF diets to autistic patients who have tested positive for a food allergy or intolerance to gluten or casein. Parents considering a GF/CF diet for their children should consult with a registered dietitian to help design a diet plan and supplement regimen that will meet their child’s growth and developmental need. As with any controversial matter, both sides speak their minds and show their evidence, this was no different. Millions of families began to speak out on the fact that by putting their children on the diet, they began to see new children emerge. Families wrote of having children that didn’t speak, begin to speak. Schools, therapist, medical personnel began to see changes. Families started a revolution. In 2008, Jenny McCarthy published her 3rd book on autism, this time she let the families speak instead of her, in order for those who are facing autism, have their
4/2-The True Purpose of God Explained, Free lecture from the Institute of Devine Metaphysical Research, The Uptown Theatre, 7-9 4/2-The Harlem Blues & Jazz Band, Clinton, Hamilton College Fillius Events Barn, 8:30 say, and to have the knowledge to form their own option. She interviewed over 400 families and chose those that became part of the GFCF “autism diet” movement. They told their stories. Their children all different, but yet, just alike. They share the same story, autism had taken over their families and their lives, and nobody listened. After applying the diet, some saw huge changes, some saw none. Some saw other health issues go away, some told stories of how they watched their children die. With anything, it’s all trial and error; one size simply does not fit everyone. As with any high controversy topic, this one is still an ongoing battle. Autism statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identify around 1 in 88 American children are on the autism spectrum–a ten-fold increase in prevalence in 40 years. Careful research shows that this increase is only partly explained by improved diagnosis and awareness. Studies also show that autism is three to four times more common among boys than girls. An estimated 1 out of 54 boys and 1 in 252 girls are diagnosed with autism in the United States. I am a mother of an 8 year son with autism, a gluten free chef, and published author of many articles on autism and gluten free. I welcome your questions and concerns. jman41904@gmail.com
Bounce back in shape with kangoo Jumps. For those of you who dread the typical gym workouts, maybe Kangoo Jumps is the answer for you. Diann Gorea will help you bounce back in shape in no time at all. You’ve never heard of Kangoo Jumps? Well put your sneakers away and read on. Kangoo Jumps are spring loaded boots that are designed to work as shock absorbers, taking 80% of the impact off of your knees, hips, back and joints. They are designed for indoor classes or outdoor running.
4/2-15th Annual April Awareness Breakfast, Utica, Radisson Centre, 8:30am 4/3-Social Line Dancing, Utica, Fraternal Order of Eagles, 6:30
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4/3-Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowvale Fire Dept., 7 4/3-Otherwise, Girl On fire, Enemy Down, Mason’s Revolt, Far From Over, Utica, Uptown Theatre, 6:30, $10 4/3-Bret Michaels, Turning Stone Casino, 8 4/3- Sound Investment DJ-VJ Karaoke, Yorkville, Vista Lanes Lounge, 7 4/3-Trivia Night, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 7 4/3-DJ/Karaoke, Utica, Finger Bullet, 8
The construction of the boot is similar to the inline roller skate. Instead of wheels there is a special arch that is built to work like a spring.
4/3-Craft Night, Utica, Tramontane Café, 7 4/3-Social Line Dancing, Utica, Fraternal Order of Eagles, 6:30 4/3-Jordan World Circus, Utica, AUD, 4&10, Adults $16, Children $12, 738-0164 4/3- Sound Investment DJ-VJ Karaoke, Yorkville, Vista lanes Lounge, 7
For more information call Diann Gorea at Keep It Off Fitness Studio. 315 796 0211. Compared to running where the repetitive landings are known to cause injury, the spring is designed to reduce the impact on your joints significantly. While there are 33 benefits associated with the use of the Kangoo Jumps, the most important benefits is less impact and less time to boost your metabolism.
4/3-Karoake w/ Johnny Phoenix, New Hartford, The Valleybrook Lounge, 9:30 4/3-Spring Transfer College Fair, Herkimer, HCCC, 1 4/4-Bingo, American Legion Utica Post 229, 6:30 4/4-Free Poker Tournament, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 7 4/4- Sound Investment DJ-VJ Karaoke, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 8 4/4-YWCA’s 25th Annual Salute to Outstanding Women Luncheon, Whitesboro, Hart’s Hill Inn, Noon 4/4-Le Voyage, Recent Paintings by Annette Gurdo, Clinton, The Artful Lodger, 853-3672 PULSE pulsepointpress.com APRIL 2013 57
4/4-Parkside Drive, Verona, Leopard Lounge at Turning Stone, 4/4-Award Winning Novelist and Poet Julianna Baggott to Read, Clinton, Hamilton College, 8 4/4-Comedy Central NY 2013 Winter Comedy Series Finale, Utica, Johnny Nole’s Bar, 7:30, $12 in advance $15 at door, www.comedycentral.com 4/4-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/4-YWCA’s 25thh Annual Salute to Outstanding Women Luncheon, Whitesboro, Hart’s Hill Inn, $40 per person, Noon, 732-2159 ext. 238
Utica Post 229, 6:30 4/7- Perry Peartree’s Bargain Basement Bag of Insanity Open Mic , Utica, Tramontane Café, 7
4/5-Frank Cannistra, New Hartford, Georgio’s Village Café, 7:30
4/6-Farmers’ Market, Westmoreland Fire House, 9am
4/7-Robert Service and Me, Barneveld, Unity Hall, 8-9:30, 896-4465
4/5-Louie Baldanza, Herkimer, The Belly Up Pub, 9
4/6-Radiance Seminar, The Stanley, 9, 724-4000
4/7-Carl Goodhines, Rome, Delta Lake Inn, 11am
4/5-Ben Williams and Sound Effect, Clinton, Hamilton College, (Schambach Center for the Arts)
4/6-Frank Cannistra, New York Mills, Estate at 169 (Twin Ponds), 6:30
4/7-Polka Dance, New York Mills, Roselawn Restaurant, 3
4/5-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, Noon 4/5-Parkside Drive, Verona, Leopard Lounge at Turning
4/6-The Bomb (Live Music), Marcy, 12 North Sports Bar, 9
4/8-14-Spring Break Activities, Utica, Children’s Museum, 7246129
4/6-Bingo, American Legion Utica Post 229, 6:30
4/8-From Hell: Jack The Ripper (discussion), New York Mills, 2
4/6-Free Poker Tournament, Utica, Dick Smith’s Tavern, 7
4/8-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
4/6-Sully Erna, Turning Stone Casino, 8 4/6-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
4/8-Free Poker Tournament, Utica, Rick’s place, 7
4/6-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, 10am
4/8,9,10,12-Children & Teen Book Sale, Herkimer Library, 10am
4/6-Twenty Main, Clayville, The Lanterns, 8 4/6-Susanna Newton Book Signing, Herkimer Library, 10am
Joe Sweet performing... watch the calendar of events for Joe’s schedule! 4/5-Annual Rummage/Bake Sale, Whitesboro, Whitestown American Legion, 10am 4/5-7 &11-13-A Delicate Balance, Players of Utica, 724-7624 4/5-Sound Investment DJ-VJ Karaoke, Forestport, Wigwam Tavern, 9 4/5-Angie’s DJ Service, Clayville, The Lanterns, 8 4/5-Jimmy Wolf Band, Utica, The Columbia Bar & Grill, 9 4/5-DJ/VJ-Karaoke Dance Party w/Sound Investment DJ, Forestport, Wigwam Tavern, 9
Stone, 10 4/5-Blarney Rebel, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 6 4/5-Jim O’Mahoney, Rome, Delta Lake Inn, 6 4/5-Guys and Dolls, FrankfortSchuyler High School, 7:30 4/6-Gridley Page, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 9:30-12 4/6-Kim Nethaway, Rome, Delta Lake Inn, 6 4/6-The Exchange-Open Hip Hop Dance Practice Session, Utica Jewish Community Center, 2:30
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4/8- Bingo, American Legion Utica Post 229, 6:30
4/9-Rear Window (Movie), Utica Public Library, 6:30 4/9-B.B. King, Turning Stone Casino, 8
4/6-7-The Original Holistic & Psychic Fair, New Hartford, Holiday Inn, 10am
4/10-Social Line Dancing, Utica, Fraternal Order of Eagles, 6:30
4/6-The Exchange: Open Hip Hop Dance, Utica, Jewish Community Center, 2:30
4/10-Sound Investment DJ-VJ Karaoke, Yorkville, Vista lanes Lounge, 7
4/6-Monk Rowe, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 8:30
4/9-Zoomobile, Remsen Library, 2:30
4/7-Social Dance, Oneida, Kallet Civic Center, 6
4/10- Bingo, American Legion Utica Post 229, 6:30
4/7-Free Poker Challenge, Utica, The Celtic Harp, 5
4/10-Trivia Night, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 7
4/7-Karen Savoca with Pete Helztman, Blossvale, Lake View Concerts, 1-4
4/10-Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Dept., 7
4/7-Vision of Sound, Clinton, Hamilton College (Schambach Center for the Arts), 2-4 4/7-Bingo, American Legion
4/10-The Importance of Creative Spirit in Music, Utica, The Other Side, 7:30 4/10-DJ/Karaoke, Utica, Finger Bullet Bar, 8
4/18-Melissa V Band, Verona, Leopard Lounge at turning Stone, 9
4/11- Bingo, American Legion Utica Post 229, 6:30 4/11-Toastmasters Caring Communications Club, Lukes campus (2nd floor conf. room), 12, 527-9070 4/11-Georgetown Proff. Dr. Michael Kazin to speak on “The Election of 1896”, Clinton, Hamilton College Bradford Auditorium, 7
4/18-DJ-VJ/Karaoke w/Sound Investment, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 8 lumbia & State St. Utica, 9 4/13-Oneida County Public Market, Utica Train Station, 9-2 4/13-Culture Fest, Utica, The Stanley, 12-4, 724-4000
4/11- The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
4/13-Craft Fair, Leonardsville Fire House, 9am
4/11-Free Poker Tournament, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 7
4/13-Garage and Craft Fair, Boonsville,, Adirondack High School, 9am
4/11- Sound Investment DJ-VJ Karaoke, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 8 4/12-An Evening of Jazz Guitar, Clinton, Hamilton College (Schambach Center for the Arts), 7:30-9:30 4/12- Bingo, American Legion Utica Post 229, 6:30 4/12-Frank Cannistra, New Hartford, Café Canole, 7 4/12-DJ-VJ/Karaoke Dance Party with Sound Investment, Barneveld, Adirondack Diner & Lanes, 9 4/12-Charlie Daniels Band, Turning Stone, 8 4/12-D.J. Aaron Davis, Clayville, the Lanterns, 8 4/12-Free Pluto, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 4/12-Rummage & Book Sale, Mohawk Reformed Church, 9am 4/12-Vernon Downs Racing, Post Time 6:45 4/12-John Hutson, Rome, Delta lake Inn, 6 4/12-Circus Circus, Herkimer Library, 10am 4/12-Farmer’s Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, Noon 4/13-The Bomb & Nine Ball & Brass Knuckle Intercourse, Co-
4/13-Completely Unchained (Van Halen Tribute), Utica, The Uptown Theatre, Doors 7, Show 8, tickets & info. www.theuptowntheatre.com 4/13-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, 10am 4/13-Made in Paint Art Exhibition, New Berlin, The Sam & Adele Golden Gallery (SAGG), 4/13-The Exchange-Open Hip Hop Dance Practice Session, Utica, Jewish Comm. Center, 2:30
4/18,19-Showtime, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 9:30-12
4/13-The Friends of Poetry… Plus!, Whitesboro Library, 10:30am
4/19-B Sharp Free Concert, Utica Library Concourse, 7
4/13-Hamilton College Choir Home Tour Concert, Clinton, Shambach Center, Wellin Hall, 7:30
4/19-Frank Cannistra, New Hartford, Georgio’s, 7:30
4/13-Gloves Along The Mohawk: Ballplayers of The Mohawk Valley, Utica, Oneida historical Society, 1 4/14- Perry Peartree’s Bargain Basement Bag of Insanity Open Mic Night, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7
4/19-The Bomb, Vernon, Nothin’ Fancy, Ruth ST, 9
4/14-CD & Record Fair, Utica (Deerfield Fire Hall, Trenton Rd N.), 10-5
4/19-D.J. Alan Mayne, Clayville, The Lanterns, 8
4/16.17-Rock of Ages, The Stanley, 7:30,724-4000
4/19-Lisa Lampanelli (Comedian), Verona, Turning Stone, 8
4/16-Open Irish Music Session, Oriskany, Stockdales, 7:30
4/19-DJ-VJ/Karaoke Dance Party w/Sound Investment, Forestport, Wigwam Tavern, 9
4/16-Utica Poets Society: Open Mic, Utica Public Library, 6:30 4/17-April In Paris Fashion Show, New Hartford, Preswick Glen, 12:30
4/13-Garage Sale & Craft Fair, Boonville, Adirondack High School, 9am
4/17-Social line Dancing, Utica Eagles , 6:30
4/13-Free Poker Tournament, Utica, Dick Smith’s Tavern, 7 4/13-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/13-Frank Cannistra, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 8:30 4/13-Indoor Flea Market, Mohawk Antiques mall, 10am 4/13-CNY Walk For Wounded Warriors, Utica, Radisson –Utica Centre
4/19-Folksinger Bill Staines, Clinton, KAC, 8 4/19-Bill Staines, Clinton, KAC, 8-9:30, 853-8871
4/13-The Gizmo Guys,: Wild and Zany Comedy Juggling, Utica, MWPAI, 11am
4/13-CNY Walk For Wounded Warriors, Utica, Radisson HotelUtica Centre, 11am
4/19-Farmer’s Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, Noon
4/19-Joe Donelan, Oriskany, Stockdale’s, 9 4/19-Shute Piano Recital, Clinton, Hamilton College (Schambach Center for the Arts), 7:30-9:30 4/19-Melissa V Band, Verona, Turning Stone, 10
4/17-Basic Gardening Class, Remsen Library, 7
4/19-21-Eastern States Theater Association Festival, Rome Community Theatre, 337-5920
4/17-Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Dept., 6:30 4/18- The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
4/20-Stalking Hamilton’s Trees for a Half a Century, Clinton, Hamilton College (Kennedy Auditorium), 10am -12, pre-reg at 859-4657
4/18-Mindless Eating (Lecture), SunyIT (Kunsela Lecture Hall), 2 4/18-Free poker Tournament, New Hartford, Cavallo’s, 7 4/18-Opening Reception-TraceIn-Bloom, Utica, Sculpture Space, 5
4/20-Utica Wine and Chocolate Festival, Utica AUD, Adults In Advance $20 Adults, $10 children, Under 7 free, 738-0164 4/20-Childhood’s End (Pink Floyd tribute), Utica, The Uptown Theatre, Doors 8, Show 9, tickets & info. www.theuptown-
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local opener Forsworn, Utica, The Uptown Theatre, 6, tickets & info. www.theuptowntheatre. com
4/20-Environmental Day, Little Falls, Herkimer Home, 9am 4/20-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/20-Lawrence Brownlee in Concert, The Stanley, 7:30-9:30, 724-4000 4/20-Elinor Frey, Cello, Clinton, Hamilton College (Schambach Center For the Arts), 8-9:30 4/20-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, 10am 4/20-DVD The Band, New York Mills, Estate at 169, 6:30 4/20-Bark For Life Of Cooperstown, www.relayforlife.org/ barkcooperstownny 4/20-Children’s Creative Arts & Education, Utica, MVCC, 10am 4/20-Film: Mary Poppins (1964), Rome, Capitol Theatre, 7 4/20-Louie Baldanza, Forestport,
Wigwam Tavern, 8 4/20-Johnson and Company, Clayville, The Lanterns, 8 4/20-The Mavericks, Verona, Turning Stone, 8 4/20-Double Image, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 8:30 4/20-Mecca Bodega w/DJ Ease1, Utica, Columbia Bar and Grill, 9 4/20-Gridley Paige, Marcy, 12 North Sports Bar, 10 4/21-St. Petersburg String Quartet, Utica, MWPAI, 2:30-4, 797-8260 4/21-MOVA Poker Challenge, Utica, Celtic Harp, 5 4/21-Bingo,Utica ,Italian Community Center, 6
4/21-A Tribute to the Opera, Rome, Capitol Theatre, 3-5, 337-6453 4/22-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/22-Organizing For Spring, Kirkland Town Library, 7 4/22-Free poker Tournament, Utica, Rick’s Place, 7 4/23-25-Showboat Casino in Atlantic City, Tours by Design, 831-3052 4/23-Keuka College ASAP Information Session, Utica, MVCC, 5:30 4/23-Sylar w/ beyond the Shore w/special guests Turn The Tide, After The Clearing, Against All Odds, Utica, The Uptown Theatre, 6, tickets & info. www. theuptowntheatre.com 4/23-The Almond Project, Utica, The Stanley, 6, 724-4000 4/23-Bingo, Utica, American legion 229, 6:30 4/23-Landmarks Society of Greater Utica Winter Program Series, Utica, The Other Side, uticalandmarks.org, 7
4/25-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/25-Animal Magnetism in the Oneida County Community, Oneida Community Mansion House, 7 4/25- DJ-VJ/Karaoke w/Sound Investment, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 8 4/25- Toastmasters Caring Communications Club, Lukes campus (2nd floor conf. room), 12, 527-9070 4/26-Chris Webby: The Bars On Me Tour w/special guests Apache Chief and Jamie Drastik, Utica, The Uptown Theatre, 7, tickets & info. www.theuptowntheatre.com 4/26-Prohibition Party, Utica, Saranac/FX Matt Brewery, 6-9, 800-765-6288 4/26-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, Noon 4/26-Rick Adams, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 6 4/26-Dance Party W/Sound Investment DJ, Poland, The Pit Stop Inn, 7
4/24-Social line Dancing, Utica, Eagles, 6:30
4/26-Frank Cannistra, New Hartford, Café Canole, 7
4/24-Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Dept.,7
4/26-Spin Doctor, Clayville, The Lanterns, 8
4/24-Chippendales, Verona, Turning Stone, 8
4/26-Louie Baldanza, Rome, Aquino’s Restaurant, 9
4/24-Using Social media to enhance your Business, Whitesboro Library, 6:30
4/26-Positive Space 2013 Photovoice, Utica, The Stanley, 7-9, 724-4000
4/24-Nursing Conference, SunyIT Wildcat Fieldhouse, 8am, 792-7819
4/27-28-2nd Annual Spotlight: Choreographers’ Showcase, Utica, Jewish Community Center, 2
4/25-Like Moths to Flames w/ special guests Crown the Empire, The Color Morale, Palidades, My Ticket Home, and 60 PULSE pulsepointpress.com APRIL 2013
4/25-Brighton Beach Memoirs, Utica, MVCC< 8-10, 792-5400
4/27-The Bomb, Rome, The Griff (Rt 365), 9
4/27,28-Trenton Falls Gorge, Trenton Falls Gorge, 9am
5/4-The Bomb, Schuyler, Mr. McGills, Cinco de Mayo Celebration, 8, 18& over welcome
4/27-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/27-VVS Dollars for Scholars Garage and Pie Sale, Sherrill, Community Activities Center, 9 4/27-Phillip Phillips, Utica, MVCC, 8-10, $30, 792-5400 4/27-28-Rome Home Show, Kennedy Arena, Sat 10-6, Sun 10-4, 339-7768 4/27-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, 10am 4/27-The Exchange-Open Hip hop Dance, Utica, Jewish Community Center, 2:30
terworks Chorale, Clinton, Hamilton College Wellin Hall, 7:30 5/1-Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap, Rome, MVCC, 7-8:30, 731-5722 5/1-Social Line Dancing, Utica, Eagles, 6:30 5/1-Craft Night, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7 5/1-Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville Fire Dept., 7 5/1-Spank: The 50 Shades
5/4-!000 Islands Wine Trail tour, Tours By Design, 831-3052
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5/4-Mohawk Valley Spring Bazaar, Frankfort, Herkimer County Fairgrounds, 9am
5/3- Dance Party W/Sound Investment DJ, Forestport, Wigwam Tavern, 9
5/4-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
5/3-7th Annual Spring Dreams Auction, Ilion, Francesca’s Restaurant, 6
5/4-Farmer’s Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, 10am
5/4-The Tram Showcase, Utica, The Uptown Theatre, tickets & info. www.theuptowntheatre. com
5/4,5-Dave’s Landscaping Open House, Clinton, Sat 9-5, Sun 114,853-3146
5/4-The Mighty Run, Utica, Masonic Care Community, 798-
5/4-I Love My Park Day, Utica Zoo, 11am
4/27-DJ-VJ/Karaoke Dance party w/Sound investment, Rome, The Griff, 8
5/4-The Exchange: Open Hip Hop Dance Practice Session, Utica, Jewish Community Center, 2:30
4/27-Al Nathan Band, New Hartford, Piggy Pat’s BBQ, 8:30
5/4-Duffle bag Theatre Company: The Three Musketeers, Utica, MWPAI, 11am
4/27-Indoor Bluegrass Festival, Rome, Capitol Theatre, 7-9, 337-6453
5/5-Author Kate Monahan Hanscom book Signing, New Hartford Public Library, 2
4/27-Showtime, Marcy, 12 North Sports bar, 10 4/28-Treads and Threads, Vernon Downs, 5k run, 20 mile bike, 5k Duathlon, 877-88-Vernon 4/28-MOVA Poker Challenge Free Poker Tournament, Utica, Celtic Harp, 5 4/28-Epicurean Delight, Whitesboro, Hart’s hill inn, 5 4/28-Bingo, Italian Community Center, 6 4/28-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am 4/29-Free Poker Tournaments, Utica, Rick’s Place, 7 4/30-The Prince Of Tides Screening, Utica Public Library, 6:30 4/30-Bingo, Utica, , American Legion 229, 6;30 4/30-Hamilton College and Mas-
5/5-MOVA Poker Challenge, Utica, Celtic Harp, 2 5/5-Bingo, Utica, Italian Community Center, 6
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5/6-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
5/2-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology, Utica, 9:15am
5/4-I Love My Parks & Historic Site Day, Herkimer Home, 9am
5/6-Free Poker Tournament, Utica, rRick’s place, 7
5/4-Robert Service and Me (Theatrical presentation), Barneveld, Unity Hall, 8-9, 8964465
5/7-Bingo, Utica, American Legion Post 229, 6:30
5/2-Upstate Cauldron: Eccentric Spiritual Movements In Early New York, Oneida Community Mansion House, 7 5/2-DJ-VJ/Karaoke w/Sound Investment, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 8 5/2-Farmers’ Market, Ilion, Clapsaddle Farm, Noon 5/3-Shwayze & Confused Tour, Utica Uptown Theatre, 7, tickets & info. www.theuptowntheatre.
5/8-Social Line Dancing, Utica, Eagles, 6:30
5/9-12-The Game Show, Rome Art and Community Center, 336-1040
5/8-Bingo, Chadwicks, Willowville fire Dept., 7
5/4-Mohawk Valley Spring Bazaar, Frankfort, Herkimer County Fairgrounds, 9-4, Free admission and fun for the whole family, details & vendor info. WeareTeamJanice@gmail.com, Sonja 360-7567
5/9- Toastmasters Caring Communications Club, Lukes campus (2nd floor conf. room), 12, 527-9070 5/9-The Children’s Museum of History, Science, & Technology,
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4/6-Colgate’s Softball HomeOpener & Bark at the Park” Day, Eaton Street Softball Complex, Noon
5/9-Diabetes Update 2013 Presented by Gunnar Anderson, MD, New Hartford, SlocumDickson Medical Group PLLC, 5:30 5/9- DJ-VJ/Karaoke w/Sound Investment, Washington Mills, Packy’s Pub, 8
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5/10-The Delaney Brothers, Clinton, KAC, 8-10, 853-8871
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Trout Power Calendar of Events as of 4/1/13 Sat & Sun June 8 & 9: • 28 mile Garage Sale from Barneveld to Herkimer on Rte 28. Saturday June 8th: • Trout Power catch and release fishing derby and creel study • Town of Russia Chicken BBQ and Auction held at Russia Civic Center. Chinese Auction starts at 3:00 BBQ is 4:00 til close For details or to help out call Anne Johnston at 315-826-3378 Sunday June 9th: Trout Power 5k run sponsored by Sweetie Pies Bakery
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4/1-P-Con Film Series: LebowskiFest 2013, The Big Lebowski will be shown at Colgate’s Ho Tung Visualization Lab, 7 4/1-Live Performance: Japanese Taiko Drum and Dance, Colgate’s Memorial Chapel, 7 4/2-Children’s Story Time: Hamilton Public Library, 10:30am
ter for the Arts, 5-8 4/5,12,19,26-Planetarium Show: Seven Wonders, Colgate’s visualization Lab, 6:15 4/5-Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 6:30-9:30
4/3-Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 8
4/5-Live Music: Colgate Senior Night, Dagan Rossini & other talented performers, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 7
4/3-7-Indie Film: WHERE THE TRAIL ENDS, Hamilton Movie Theater, 5:30, $7.75
4/5,12,19,26-Planetarium Show: Murder on the Ides, Colgate’s visualization lab, 7:15
4/4,11,18-Lifelong Learning Program: Medical Ethics, Colgate Bookstore, 3-4:30, $5.00, free for members, 228-6623 4/4,8,11,15,18-Education Unlimited’s “The Evolution and Extension of the Concept of Numbers, Hamilton Public Library, 3, $15 (six session course), jggeyer@verizon.net 4/4-Opening Reception: Community Art Show, Hamilton Public Library, 4:30-6:30 4/4-Live Music: LJ Gates, Colgate Inn, 8 4/5-Sheryl Sandberg, Coo of Facebook, Colgate Cotterell Court, 5, 228-7782 4/5-Art Exhibition Opening Reception-Kara D. Rusch’s “The 12x12 Project”, Hamilton Cen-
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4/6-Children’s Matinee: RISE OF THE GUARDIANS, Hamilton Movie Theater, 12:30 4/6-Children’s Dance Performance & Dance Party, Hamilton Center For The Arts, 1 4/6-Live Music: Son Bully, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8 4/7-Sensory Friendly Movie: RISE OF THE GUARDIANS, Hamilton Movie Theater, 12:30 4/7-Jazz Faculty Recital: The Glen Cashman Quartet, Colgate’s Memorial Chapel, 3:30 4/8-12-Multi-Arts Camp For Kids, Various Art classes each day, Hamilton Center For The Arts, 8:30-5:30. $350 per week (full day), $225 per week (1/2 day), $80 (Day), 368-4453 4/9-Children’s Story Time, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30am 4/10-14-Live Performance: The Threepenny Opera, Colgate’s Brehmer Theater at the Dana Arts Center, 8
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• Cuts • Color • Highlights • Massage • Body Waxing • Tanning • Spray Tanning 29 Lebanon Street • Hamilton • Nail Services 824-3000 4/5-Live Performance: Manhattan String Quartet, Colgate’s Memorial Chapel, 8 4/6-Children’s Program: Let’s Go Camping, (ages 4-8), Colgate Bookstore, 10am, (RSVP to www.colgatebookstore.com/ camping or 228-6944)
4/10-Opening Reception: Exhibit of Colgate Seniors’ Art & Art History Projects, Colgate’s Little Hall, 4:30 4/10-Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 8 4/11-The Colgate Coaches Show, Melissa Finley(Women’s
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Softball) & Mike Murphy (Men’s Lacrosse), Colgate Inn, 7 4/11-Live Music: Dove Creek, Colgate Inn, 8 4/12-Live Music: Colgate Chamber Players, Broad Street gallery, 6 4/12-Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 6:30-9:30 4/12-Konosioni Charity Auction, Colgate’s Konosioni Senior Honor Society hosts an evening of charity raffles and auctions with cash bar, (money raised will benefit local not for profit organizations) Palace Theater, 7:30 4/12-Live Music: Woodshed Prophets, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8 4/13-Habitat For Humanity “Homerun”,a 5k run/walk to benefit Madison County’s Habitat for Humanity, Village Green, 9-12, 228-6877 for reg, info. 4/13-Live Music: Rabbit In The Rye, Barge Canal Coffee Co.,8 4/13-An Evening with Peter Sagal, Author, broadcast personality, and host of NPR’s Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me, The Palace Theater, 8, $40 plus cash bar 4/14-Live Performance: Colgate University Orchestra, Colgate’s Memorial Chapel, 7:30 4/15-Colgate Wind Ensemble Concert, Colgate University’s Memorial Chapel, 7:30 4/16-Children’s Story Time, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30am
4/17-A Warm & Friendly Evening w/ Award Winning Mystery Novelist Sara J. Henry, Colgate Inn, RSVP to www.colgatebookstore.com/rsvp or 228-6944 4/17-Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 8 4/18-Cooking Class: Spring Delights, (Sponsored by the Peppermill), Bridle Creek Bed & Breakfast, 6:30-8:30, $35, 8248400 4/18,25-Social Ballroom Dancing Lessons, Hamilton Central School, 7-9, $110 per couple, for 8 week session, 361-5800 4/18-Live Music: Hamilton Ramblers, Colgate Inn, 8 4/19-Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 6:30-9:30
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4/20-Live Music: Zlatko Grozl, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8
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4/21-Opera In Cinema: EUGENE ONEGIN, Hamilton Theater, 1, $20
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4/21-Live Performance: Voices In Distant Lands, Colgate’s Memorial Chapel, 3:30
bookmovie 4/25-Live Music: Mark Shiner, Colgate Inn, 8
4/22-Lifelong Learning Program: Education and Moral Reform –“What Do We Need for School Reform?”, Hamilton Public Library, 3-4, $5, (free for members) 228-6623
4/26-Art Exhibit Closing Reception- Kara D. Rusch’s “The 12x12 Project”, Hamilton Center for The Arts, 6-8 4/26-Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 6:30-9:30
4/23-Children’s Story Time, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30am
4/26-Live Music: John Keller, Barge Canal Coffee Co.,8
4/24-Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 8
4/27-Raider’s Birthday Party, Eaton Street Field, 11am 4/27-Live Music: WarfieldCashman Quartet, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8
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4/28-Live Performance: Colgate University Concert Jazz Ensemble, Colgate’s Memorial Chapel, 3:30
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4/29-Lifelong Learning Program: Education Policy Today, Hamilton Public Library, 3-4, $5 (free for members), 228-6623
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www.GinghamPatch.com • 315-893-7750 4/19-Live Music: Colgate Chamber Players’ “Music In Multiples”, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8 4/20-Art Exhibit Opening Reception- Jane Dennis, Earlville Opera House, noon-3 4/20-Art Exhibition Opening Reception-“Teens ART 2013”, Earlville Opera House, Noon-3 4/20-Art Exhibit Opening Reception- SoukJin Park, Earlville Opera House, Noon-3
4/29-P-Con Film Series: ARMADILLO, Hamilton Movie Theater, 7
4/25-Live Children’s Theater: The Town Mouse and The Country Mouse, Palace Theater, 9:30am AND Noon, $8
4/25-Hamilton Book & Movie Club: ARGO, Read the true story by Antonio Mendez, then watch the Movie and join in Discussion, Hamilton Movie Theater & Colgate Bookstore, $17 (Book/Movie/Dinner), $9 (Movie/Dinner), reg at 228-6944 or www.colgatebookstore.com/
4/30-Children’s Story Time, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30am Email PULSE with your calendar items... janet.stanley@pulsepointpress.com May Deadline will be April 24, 2013. If you notice your favorite pick up spot for PULSE is out.. please text 315-525-3582! Happy Spring Pulse Fans!!
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