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The 5th annual Utica Music and Arts Festival will hit the streets of Utica, NY. September 13, 14 and 15th, headliners Badfish, Zach Deputy, XVSK, and Twiddle will be joined by returning favorites Hank & Cupcakes, My Pet Dragon, Shane Maux from Belikos (now in Duk Duk Goose), Randy Niles, j. Schnitt, The Rick Short Band, Brian Mulkerne, Brass Knuckle Intercourse, Autumn Fire, and The End Men. In all, approximately 200 performers on 19 stages, the UMAF is CNY’s largest music festival and is estimated by the Mohawk Valley Chamber of Commerce to bring over $200,000.00 into the city annually. Artists will exhibit their work in the Radisson on Friday evening of the festival and patrons are invited to see this work in a gallery like setting. Festival sponsor, Lifted Apparel and Boardshop is creating an installation in a designated area of Varick Street near the Nailcreek Pub and Brewery, alongside a stage of music for the children to enjoy, creating the Utica Green’s Fest’s first official Kid’s Village! Other activities at the UGF will include vending of artisan wares and sampling of regional cuisine under the Utica Greens Tent at the Utica Greens Festival which takes place on Varick Street from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday the 15th. The UGF is a part of the UMAF and all bands on Varick Street during that time period are free to the public. Greens and other cuisine can be sampled at the Greens Tent for a small dontation. Utica Greens Festival sponsored by Price Chopper is family friendly and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Pack A Back, a community organization that gathers school supplies for the Utica City School District students. Also at Greens Fest, see an exhibition by Bailey’s Karate, belly dancing, face painting, a community Zumba bash in the street, and many regional dishes to taste under the Greens Tent.
The UMAF is thrilled to announce a relationship with this year’s San Gennaro Feast occurring at the Cathedral of the Theotokos of Great Grace during the weekend of the UMAF. SGF attendees will benefit from musical acts which have been provided by the UMAF playing songs for all ages. Performances begin on Friday at 7:00 p.m. and run until 11:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Strangers Helping Strangers is a charity organization gathering canned goods at the Radisson, the festival’s hub. SHS encourages festival attendees to bring a nonperishable food item or personal toiletry with them to check in and these items will be donated to a local area charity. Ticket Outlets: The Brewery Giftshop – 830 Varick St. Utica Utica Coffee Roasting Co – 92 Genesee St. Utica Puff N Stuff – 333 Genesee St. Utica Big Apple Music – 8441 Seneca Tke New Hartford Cafe Domenico – 2011 Genesee St. Utica Lifted Boardshop – 709 East Dominick St. Rome Pizza Boys New York Mills – 9 Clinton St. New York Mills Thank you to our sponsors and participating venues: Price Chopper, Lifted Apparel and Board Shop, Bank of Utica, Puff N Stuff, Pizza Boys New York Mills, Saranac, Mohawk Valley Promotions, United Auto Sales, Jagermeister, BLU, The Celtic Harp, The Nailcreek Pub & Brewery, The Stage at Saranac Thursdays, Piers & Blake, SHOTS, Dick Smith’s Tavern, The Radisson, O’Donnell’s Bar & Grill, Sickenberger Lane, The Cage, The Green Onion Pub, the St. Gennaro Feast and PULSE Magazine. ~Melissa L. Walker Publicity and Press Utica Music and Arts Festival umaf.melissa@gmail.com 315-601-8948
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Eye to eye with my final stand... Photos & interview by Cynthia Law, Photo Journalist.
... shoulda’ been a better man. This is it, the end of it all. Face to face with my final downfall. Downfall is just one sample of Rick Short’s 40 + songs. All of his work is his own. His lyrics would be described as no less than, powerful, provocative, thought wrenching, and most importantly… they are all ORIGINAL. He writes about everything from lost loves to “political truths” as we know it or for that matter, as we don’t know it to be at all. He talks to the world through his music with high hopes of raising public awareness on just about every level. Rick Short is known by many in and about the music and arts community. Better yet, those who have come to know him agree on one thing, he has an endless spirit of positive energy and leads his band in only one direction... COLLABORATIVELY! A few words from Friends and Affiliates: Cluade Schuyler, long time friend and past member (drummer) of the Rick Short Band, adds, “the best thing about him is his enthusiasm. Even though he is serious about the music, FUN is a big priority! Rick approaches everything with lots of energy. Added to that, is his sense of humor making his performances even more engaging.” Ryan Miller, long time friend has followed Short’s musical career from the very start. “He has always has a definite plan as he works methodically taking one step at a time, to compose his songs. Rick has shared with me many of the tunes that he’s recorded as demos before there was even a band. I’ve had the pleasure of watching him grow through his tunes that have now
come to life. Most importantly, Rick is so appreciative of the folks who come out to listen. He has a blast with them. Kelly Media: “Rick is a classy Guy. I met him a couple of years ago at the Tramontane Café. Then I saw him again at the Utica Music Fest. I loved the whole band . The band brought down the house. Great dancing musicl Can’t wait to hear him at this years Utica Music and Art Fest. Kassandra has got a lot of spunk. There is so much potential, I can’t wait to see how the have progressed.”
The Rick Short band performers include a group of highly diverse musicians who are equally as enthusiastic and share a bond of mutual RESPECT. Each member was hand picked and each of them bring to the table a solid appreciation of music that lends itself to higher grounds. In this day and age, if
(Cynthia) How did Rick find you? (DeJohn) “I was recommended to Short by one of the finest Bass players in the area, John Jarvis(who now plays for Johnson and Company). I will never forget him for that.”
Mike Costa: “Rick has the ability to write guitar parts that are very catchy while allowing other musicians to join in.” The Rhythm section, (Eddie Rick Short in a practice session. Reilly/ drums and Rick Dejohn /bass) was really tight. you are lucky enough to have Joe Rizzuto just played great. fun doing what you love to do, Kasandra is no doubt a great have the opportunity to learn addition. from others, and mentor each other... I don’t believe it can get any better than that. Doug Boehlert: Lead guitarist for the Dusty Puppies “It is my humble opinion that Rick Short Coming together for the Rick is without a doubt one of the Short Band, started with various most refreshing and talented connections amongst the musigroups to come out of CNY in cians in the local community. many years. They are indeed a Word of mouth is a powerful well needed fresh of breath air. connection. Rick knew what he As a fellow musician of over 40 was looking for and dove head yrs in the business, I am truly first with determination to find impressed.” the perfect musical team.
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Bass, is interestingly, by trade, a drummer. He has lead the back beat for multiple bands over the past 20 + yrs. Due to surgery he was left without leg power. His drumming career was essentially over. While most people would have quit, De John never lost heart, and decided he would take on a new challenge. Along with the help of a fellow musician, he taught himself to play bass guitar. With time, determination, and lots of patience, his musical carrer took off again.
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Timing was poor though, as surgery had put De John’s life on hold. Fate has its way again. “Some time down the road, I received a phone call that changed my life. Rick had remembered me and invited me to join his band. It was the start of the most satisfying part of my career. Rick’s music is so wonderful and his enthusiasm is so addicting. I have never been praised so much by any other musician in my life AND I’M LIKING THAT! (Cynthia) How does it feel to have someone else carry the back beat? (De John) It is such a pleasure working with Ed Reilly (drummer). He is so easy to follow... I think we make a great team and his ideas are JUST SO GOOD when working out new material. (Cynthia)There are so many great songs, so which one is your favorite? (DeJohn) “Radio Tower” (Cynthia) Whats the largest audience you have played for? (DeJohn) The BoilerMaker this year.....We played for thousands of people for about 15 seconds each per person cont. on page 8
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as they were running by....That was a wonderful experience... That was the first time Kassandra played with us and she only knew about 4 songs but with her natural ability she participated in every song...I don’t know how she did it, but she did...She is such an asset.... You will love the words...They have been a part of me since 69’... Finding that kind of connection is rare, and this case, no coincidence! Rick continued to complete his search for a dream team via Craig’s List. Yes, that’s right, Craigs List. The ad read: FUN rock music project needs a lead guitar guitarist and female vocalist. The Rick Short Band is 100% original rock – in the old school tradition. The #1 mission is FUN. After that we’re all about getting tight and laying it down. We rehearse weekly and have all the songs charted out. You’ll be listened to, respected, and appreciated. Love to hear from you. Kasandra, the youngest and newest member of the band, is no stranger to the music and arts arena. At the age of eight, she was already priming herself for bigger and better things in the music scene.
(Cynthia) How did you find your way to the Rich short band? (Kasandra) “I met tons of musicians during the Underground Music show. I realized then that I no longer wanted to be behind the scenes. I wanted to be in a band. It wasn’t until I started jamming out with a lot of other musicians over the past couple of years that I decided to look on Craig’s list to see what other opportunities were out there. And there it was, an ad for a female vocalist. What really struck me was that his ad was filled with such positive attitude. In May of 2012, I decided to give it a whirl.
(Cynthia) Who was your inspiration? (Kassandra) Gwen Stefani. As a little girl, I just loved her style and charisma. She proved to me that as long as you follow your dreams, anything is possible. And guess what, my dreams are coming true. Being apart of the Rick Short band is just the beginning. Drummer : Eddie Reilly too found his way to Rick Short via
(Cynthia) What would you say is the band’s strengths? (Kassandra) “We send positive vibes out and that’s what this community really needs. Nobody wants to watch a band that gives out a negative image or attitude. Audiences want to feel good about themselves and enjoy the music.” (Cynthia) what do you bring best to the band? (Kassandra) “A different view point. I bring in ideas that represent a younger audience. I know what trends are in and what people my age want hear and see. So it’s a great mix…
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Kasandra, the youngest and newest member of the band. Craig’s list. He is multi talented, vocalist, drummer, and guitarist. You’ll find his name as the Lead vocalist for Jesus Christ Super Star put on by the well know Sisti musical family. He’s played for our all time favorite, Classified and Air time among many other bands. Interestingly, Eddie started out as a guitarist in high school. He had a band like most young kids. The drummer, he says, “had a hard time keeping it straight, so we switched instruments and I’ve been playing drums since.” Rick Short: (Cynthia) You play a five string guitar. How did you come about this innovation? cont. on page 9
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The tones inspired a whole new way of thinking about lyrics and the over all tone. One of my favorite songs that compliments this effort is ‘Fork In The Road.’ I encourage my audience to go to our web site at www. RickShort.com. (Cynthia) What your favorite performance? (Rick) Playing as the house band for The boiler Maker 2012
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from page 8 (Rick) I was seeking something different. Always looking for a new challenge. I love to embellish my body of work with different tones and capabilities. Alternate tuning came to mind when I started exploring the “open G” tuning. Rolling Stone, Keith Richards had revolutionized rock and roll when he meshed a 5 string banjo and an electric guitar. I decided this would be my mission, to master this innovative style.
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for WOUR at their “rock Block.” It was an incredible feeling to play for the 14,000 runners who past us as well as the local crowd who were on hand cheering for the runners. It was beyond fun, not to mention rewarding as we lit up a lot of tired bodies trying to make their way to the finish line. Look for our next fun performance at the Utical Music and Art Fest which will be a three day incredible musical event for our area, September 13-15. END: Special thanks to Ryan Miller, Claude Schuyler, Kelly Madia, Mike Mosta, Doug Boehlert for contributing their thoughts and praise for the Rick Short band. And to the members of Rick Short Band for being so patient and forth coming in their contributions as well. Cynthia Law
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Organization tips for couples planning a wedding Couples planning a wedding quickly realize just how challenging a task that planning can be. From paring down the guest list to arranging the music to choosing a menu for the reception, couples must make several decisions when planning their big days. Staying organized when planning a wedding is no small task, as the planning can be spread out over several months or even more than a year, making it difficult to keep track of what’s has and hasn’t been done. The
Keep a calendar devoted specifically to the wedding. Include appointments with vendors and information regarding payment schedules and other deadlines on this calendar. If you set any deadlines for yourself, such as when you prefer to choose a band for the reception, jot these deadlines down on the wedding calendar as well. * Take a digital camera along when shopping for your wedding. Many couples want to explore their options before making any decisions with
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1 West Park Row • Clinton • 853-6656 • Mon -Sat 8-5 following are a few organization tips that should help couples keep on track when planning a wedding. * Write things down. Whether you write things down the oldfashioned way in a notebook or jot down notes in a tablet, write down your plans as you go. Write down important phone numbers, vendor information and all the other details you’ll want instant access to. It’s important that such notes are taken in something that’s portable, allowing you to jot down notes immediately as opposed to forcing you to remember until you arrive home. * Create a to-do list. A to-do list is another great way to stay organized when planning your wedding. As you make certain decisions, simply strike those tasks from the list. This way you will know which tasks you’ve polished off and which ones you still need to work on. * Create a wedding calendar. 10 PULSE pulsepointpress.com SEPTEMBER 2012
regard to attire, floral bouquets and other aspects of the wedding. But it can be difficult to remember all of the things you might have seen throughout the process. Bring a digital camera along when shopping so you won’t have to rely strictly on memory when making your final decisions. As you take pictures, upload them to your computer so when the time comes to make a decision, those photos are easily accessible. * Delegate certain tasks. Even couples that consider themselves taskmasters can benefit from delegating some tasks when planning a wedding. This can save you some time and make it easier to keep track of everything. When delegating, ask friends or family to handle those tasks that don’t require a personal touch. For example, ask a best man or maid of honor to arrange for guest transportation to and from the airport. It’s not too much responsibility, but it’s one less thing for busy couples to worry about.
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Every weekend of the last few months you have spent mowing, weeding, edging, and trimming your lawn so that it will look its best. In order to ensure your lawn makes a complete recovery after winter hibernation, you may want to spend the fall taking steps to help your lawn survive the winter months ahead.
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Winterizing a lawn varies depending on where you live and how harsh a typical winter is. There are certain key tasks to complete before you can rest for the winter season. * Remove fallen leaves and debris. Leaf cleanup is among the tasks homeowners dread the most. Raking leaves can be arduous, but it is well worth the effort. Fallen leaves can smother the grass and lead to dead spots and decay next season. Wait until the majority of the leaves
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Pumpkins are gourds and members of the squash family and have been grown and used for thousands of years. Evidence suggests that pumpkins date back to 7000 B.C., possibly originating in Mexico. Today they are widely used for decorating around Halloween, but there are many other things that can be done with pumpkins.
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The NEW Uptown Theatre is far from new, but owner Tracey Mills is determined to give her new life. A labor of love, the theatre is slowly but surely being restored. Be sure to check it out... A slice of Utica heritage and a treasure to be saved and utilized. Surrounded by family and friends and members of the Mohawk Valley Chamber of Commerce Tracey cuts the ribbon! For more information on upcoming events check the website often. www.theuptowntheatrelive.com. The theatre is located at 2014 Genesee Street, Utica , NY 13502 Phone: 315-738-0377. See two ads in this issue for October events!
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* Get illuminated. Turn hollowed-out mini pumpkins into candles. Melt soy wax, beeswax or the gel type of candle wax that can be found at most craft stores. Add your favorite scent and place a wick into the bottom of the pumpkin. Then pour the wax into hallowed-out space and allow it to harden. Try the same thing with bumpy and multi-colored gourds for added decorating appeal. * Turn the pumpkin into a flower pot. Fill a hollow pumpkin with soil. You may not have to worry about scraping the pumpkin completely clean because the pulp can be used
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Retirement Sale Begins It was 1984, the Summer Olympics were in LA, Ronald Reagan was president, Apple Computer introduced the Macintosh personal computer and Judy Wayland-Smith bought a fledgling gift store named Yankee Ltd. in Sherrill. Through the years, the store expanded through out the
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A walk down memory lane in Sherrill, NY; the historic building, the Skinner Block dates back to 1926 and is reputed to be the oldest strip shopping center in the country. building and encompassed many categories including children’s apparel, women’s apparel and accessories, tabletop, giftware, and decorative accessories. In 1996, Judy and husband Paul opened a children’s store, Cottontails, in Naples, Florida followed by another Naples location in 2004. After closing one store in 2008, they have made the decision to semi-retire by
The Wayland-Smiths own the historic building, the Skinner Block. The building dates back to 1926 and is reputed to be the oldest strip shopping center in the country. The pictures show the block as it looked in the 1940s and, what remains today. They are still undecided as to whether to sell or lease the building. If you have any interest in the space, please contact them at 363-9012.
Tutors help fill educational gaps Many parents choose to hire a tutor for a child who is struggling with a portion of his or her school work. Finding the right tutor involves some research. That’s because, in addition to the tutor being well versed in his or her area of expertise, he or she should have a connection with the tutored child. Otherwise the child may struggle. The role of standardized testing has increased in recent years, and a child’s test scores are now subject to heightened scrutiny during his or her academic career. No longer just for admittance to college, standardized tests now play a bigger role earlier on in a child’s academic career. Tests taken during elementary school may be used to determine where a child attends middle school. Some schools are prepping students strictly for what will be on tests. The resulting gaps in the curriculum can leave students clueless about routine lessons, such as spelling or grammar. The combination of these factors has led many parents to hire tutors to ensure their children receive a more wellrounded education. According to Eduventures, an educational market research firm, tutoring is now a $4 billion industry, with revenues increasing by 15 percent each year since 2001. With so many people getting into the tutoring business, the average parent may not know where to look to hire someone for his or her child’s needs. There are a few steps you can take to hire a tutor. * Contact your child’s teacher or teachers, some of whom may tutor outside of the classroom. If your child responds well to a teacher’s methods, consult that teacher about the possibility of your child receiving private tutoring. * Visit the guidance department and find out if they
recommend tutors who have successfully worked with students at the school in the past. This can help narrow down the number of prospects. * Talk to other parents about their experiences with tutors. Those who have been in the same situation may recommend a tutor or point you in the right direction. * Explore the franchised tutoring businesses available in the neighborhood. Most, if not all, tutoring companies have a Web site where you can research options. A quick browsing of the Internet may also yield reviews of particular companies, so you will get a better idea of their track records.
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* Check the newspaper for advertisements. Independent or freelance tutors may advertise their services in the classifieds or even in a church bulletin. The newspaper also may provide information on former teachers or educators acting as volunteer tutors. * Visit the library and see if they have a relationship with any local tutors. Or see if any tutors are using the library as a meeting place for tutoring sessions. This way you can make a connection and find out more information. Once you find the right tutor, be sure to have all policies spelled out in a contract. Make sure the tutoring rate and duration of services is listed as well as any guarantees of student improvement. It is a good idea to do a background check on the tutor to ensure your child’s safety. When the student meets with the tutor, make sure it is in a quiet, private location that will facilitate learning without any distractions. Many parents realize their children can benefit from a tutor offering personalized lessons.
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How to recognize if your child has a vision problem Parents want their kids to be as healthy as possible. Whether tailoring kids’ diets to include healthier foods or encouraging their youngsters to be physically active, parents often go the extra mile with regards to the health of their children. But as hard as parents may try, some health-related issues are difficult to avoid or prevent. For example, even the most conscientious parents might have little influence over their children’s vision. Many children have a form of myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, which progressively worsens as kids get older but eventually stabilizes when their eyes have stopped growing, typically in a young adult’s early 20s. Myopia is common and treatable, but parents should still educate themselves about it so they can better respond should they suspect their child is suffering from nearsightedness.
What causes myopia? When a person has myopia, light entering his or her eye is focused incorrectly. Nearsighted people usually have an eyeball that is slightly longer than
normal from front to back, and the light rays that make up the images a nearsighted person sees focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. The result is that objects that are far away appear blurry. Are there indicators that a child is nearsighted? Kids likely won’t tell their parents that they are struggling to see distant objects clearly, so it’s important for parents to look for indicators that a child might be struggling with myopia. Kids who are nearsighted might squint to see objects that are far away, including the television. One of the telltale indicators is how a child behaves in the classroom. Children who tell their teacher they need to move closer to the chalkboard should be taken to the eye doctor. Parents who suspect their child might be nearsighted can talk to their child’s teacher and ask if the teacher feels the child might be struggling with his or her vision. Such struggles can affect how a child performs in school.
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Children who get frequent headaches might also be suffer-
ing from nearsightedness. Doctors recommend that kids have their eyes examined at six months, three years of age and prior to entering the first grade. But even if kids have passed previous eye examinations at each of those benchmarks, it’s best to take them for another exam the moment a vision problem is suspected.
Is myopia preventable? Since it is often inherited, myopia is not preventable. However, treatment can significantly minimize its effects. Children who appear to be struggling to see distant objects clearly should be taken for an eye exam. That exam may include an eye pressure measurement; a refraction test, which is used to determine a correct prescription for eyeglasses; a retinal examination and a visual acuity test, which measures sharpness of vision at close and far distances. When a child is diagnosed as being nearsighted, the doctor will likely prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses. LASIK surgery can correct vision, but many surgeons are reticent to recommend such surgery until a patient’s eye has fully developed, which does not occur until after childhood. Are there other symptoms of childhood vision problems? There are additional symptoms of childhood vision problems that might not indicate nearcont. On next page
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Vision From Previous Page sightedness, but might indicate another problem that should result in a trip to the eye doctor. For example, a child might close one eye when watching television or reading. This could be indicative that vision in one eye is poorer than the other. Young children who struggle to color within the lines might have an issue with their handeye coordination. Poor hand-eye coordination could be the result
of a vision impairment. Children who tilt their head to one side to improve vision might be suffering from a vision problem that makes it difficult for them to look directly down. Vision problems can negatively affect how a child performs in school as well as in social situations. Though such vision problems are not always preventable, parents who can identify them can greatly minimize their effects.
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The two-income family is more common than ever before. Up until the 20th century, a dualincome family was rare. Today, however, roughly 80 percent of families in North America have both parents working, and many find it is impossible to live on one income.
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Healthy alternatives to potentially unhealthy ingredients When trying to get healthy, men and women rightfully place great emphasis on diet and exercise. A healthy diet and routine exercise make a great team. Many people don’t exactly jump for joy when adopting a healthy diet because they may feel the diet must be devoid of their favorite foods to prove effective. But a healthy diet isn’t necessarily one that lacks taste. In fact, changing a few ingredients is a great way to make some of your favorite dishes healthier while ensuring you still get to eat them. The following are a few ways to substitute healthy ingredients in some your favorite recipes, courtesy of the American Heart Association. * Instead of whole milk, use fat-free or low-fat milk. * Replace heavy cream with evaporated skim milk or a com-
bination of low-fat yogurt and plain low-fat unsalted cottage cheese. * Replace sour cream with low-fat unsalted cottage cheese or fat-free yogurt; fat-free sour cream is also a healthier choice than regular sour cream. * Swap cream cheese with soft margarine that is low in saturated fat and free of trans fats and blend the margarine with unsalted fat-free cottage cheese. * Use margarine that is low in saturated fats and free of trans fats when a recipe calls for butter. * Choose egg whites instead of regular eggs.
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But healthy eating goes beyond ingredients. Many people find it difficult to avoid all of those delicious yet typically unhealthy snacks. But even snacks can be healthy and provide an energy boost throughout the day. All it takes is choosing the right snacks as opposed to those most readily available, which are often the most unhealthy.
* Replace potato or corn chips with pretzels or reduced sodium low-fat potato chips. * Avoid high-fat cookies and crackers in favor of fat-free or low-fat options, including graham crackers, rice cakes, and fig or fruit bars.
further and make the meals they enjoy when dining out even healthier. * Replace cream-based soups with broths that boast lots of vegetables. * Request melba toast, pita bread or whole-grain rolls in lieu
* Replace ice cream bars on hot afternoons with frozen fruit bars. * When making pudding, make it with fat-free or low-fat milk instead of whole milk. * Opt for toast instead of a doughnut or bagel. Fortunately, many restaurants have started informing customers about the ingredients in their offerings, and some establishments are even obligated by law to share calorie information with their customers. Still, the AHA notes that there are ways for customers to go one step
* Request that your chicken be grilled instead of fried. * End you meal with nonfat yogurt, sherbet or fruit ice instead of a sundae or ice cream. A healthy diet doesn’t have to be bland. To learn more about how to enjoy the foods you love without putting your health at risk, visit the American Heart Association at www.heart.org.
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With Sincere Appreciation... After attending a family funeral and burial at the Olivet Cemetery in Whitesboro, the Barry family members in attendance were less than pleased with the condition of many of the family monuments. Years of exposure had left them all dirty, stained, moss covered and just plain dingy looking. The family contacted Gina Trzepacz-Timpano from Yorkville Memorials and hired her to help transform the family memorials. Gina took the job and began work restoring them. When she was done, Gina forwarded before and after photos to the family members and this is what they had to say... “The work you did is wonderful! I may have some more work through the other side of our family.” “Just incredible! Thank you so much for taking on this job. The results are tremendous. Thank you!” Jeff Carney
“Gina has been great to work with and I think she is as thrilled as I am after seeing that area cleaned up. Gina promises that these stones will not need cleaning again for many years.” ~Dan Hauck “Gina, We are so grateful to you and your company!!!! Steve and I just received the photos of the “transformation” of the Barry plot at Mt. Olivet. Totally pleased….. to say the least! We were horrified at the condition of the site last month when we attended Aunt Lee’s funeral. Thank you for the great effort. With sincere appreciation,” ~Steve and Donna Hauck What a loving tribute to your family members. Many of us remember going as a family seasonally to care for family head stones and plots but that tradition is one that seems to be disappearing over time.
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Stress and grief can make family members unable to cope with decisions during the time of death. As a result, one of the most important reasons for pre-need planning is to make the process one in which close friends and family members can come to grips with the death, rather than having to run around for a few days and make arrangements in haste. Don’t leave it up to anyone else... Come in and let us help you pre-plan so that your family has one less difficult thing to do. Our 60 year reputation was built on quality craftsmanship & caring support. Let us assist you with your memorial selection, including the carving, the granite color, finishes and textures to create the ideal monument. Home visits available Appointments Welcomed But not necessary
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Casey’s Kennel... a pet lovers oasis! I don’t know about you, but when the time comes that I have to leave my four legged babies in the care of someone other than my family, I get super stressed out! Leaving my 4 loves is a stressor so bad that I have been known to cancel trips! My son, Travis has been my salvation most times when the need for long term pet care has been needed and for that I will be ever thankful to him! I get to return the favor and I “doggiesit” my grand doggie Isobele from time to time as well! Short of family though, what do we do?? After moving 2 exits west and into Clinton, my husband Matt and I found ourselves in the proverbial “rock and a hard place!” Although natives of the Mohawk Valley, just those two exits proved to be cavernous when it came time for the ocassional dog hotel needs. We found Cathy Mosher at her shop, WINK in Clinton, an eclectic boutique of pre-loved items as well as artisan goods and a great little café, a little gem in the alley off West Park Row! In getting to know Cathy we discovered that she and her husband Clark, own Casey’s Kennel, located on Clinton Road in New Hartford. She invited us to come and see her kennel and we did! We were so impressed with the kennel and the Mosher family that we were confident we had found our “home away from home” for our dog family, and that is why I am compelled to write this little stamp of approval for their kennel! First some history, back in 1905 the site of Casey’s Kennel was a veterinarian’s office. He operated the vet office there for many years, loving the location so much he built his family home on that property some years after opening his practice. Cathy
shared that the actual kennel that is there now was actually constructed in the 60’s. Clark and Cathy bought the property in 1985 and completely remodelled and re-opened the kennel. The kennel served as the perfect “stay at home Mom” business for the Moshers. Cathy was able to contribute to the family finances and stay at home with the children while they were young! As well as a kennel, Cathy shared that her love for animals combined with a perfect facility allowed her to take in pets from time to time who needed to improve their living standards. After rehabilitating those lucky dogs and cats, Cathy would find loving homes for them. Although her family is grown now and she no longer has the time for rehabilitating... She is ever thankful for the years she was able to do that and give back to animals in general. Hearing her talk about her love of animals was the clencher for us, we had found our “babies” home away from home! Casey’s Kennel offers both indoor and outdoor runs for dogs allowing for 24 hour access to the outdoors so that your pet has no true sense of confinement. The runs can be sealed in truly bad weather but remain open as much as possible. Your feline friends can enjoy a spacious area separate from the canines and completely indoors. The rates are incredibly fair. $15.00 per day for dogs and $8.00 per day for cats. If you have a family of dogs or cats who like staying together Cathy offers a discount for the second pet who will share the same kennel space. As always the daily rate includes play time so that your pet has human interaction on a daily basis too! Aonther feature that impressed
this pet lover, Cathy welcomes your special needs “babies!” She gives medicine, will feed them your special food, takes their special needs into consideration and makes them feel as comfortable as possible by allowing you to bring their favorite things along with them. Bedding, food, toys, etc, are all welcome at Casey’s Kennel. Now, going the extra mile maybe isn’t all that uncommon these days, although I kind of think it is... here is the more than impressive part about the Mosher’s accepting your special needs pets... they do it at no additional charge!! The Mosher family takes pride in the care they give other people’s “babies” and welcomes yours. Plan ahead as holiday times tend to book quickly so don’t wait until the last minute. Call for your reservation or for an appointment to view the kennel before making up your mind... Like me! I am confident you too will find Casey’s Kennel the perfect “home away from home” for your “babies” too!
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Calm frightened felines and fearful Fidos Dogs, cats, even small rodents often become creatures of habit. They like knowing they are secure and what’s to come next. Surprises and extraordinary events can put pets on edge. Loud noises often spook pets. Everything from noisy trucks to thunderstorms to low-flying airplanes may scare a pet, possibly leading to unpredictable
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* Keep the windows closed and the drapes drawn. Minimize what cats and dogs can see or hear. If they don’t know what is occurring outside, they likely won’t be frightened. However, many pets have very good hear-
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ing, so some extra loud noises will still be audible. * Put on soothing music. Throw on a show or songs that have steady, repetitive beats. This, too, will help mask the unpredictable sounds. * Don’t punish the pet. Stressed pets may soil indoors, cower, fail to respond to commands, or engage in destructive behavior. It is important not to admonish the pet simply because he or she is scared. Doing so may only make the situation worse. * Don’t comfort the pet, either. It may be tempting to sit and cuddle a dog or cat and reassure him that everything will be alright. This fawning over the pet may only help to reinforce negative behavior and the pet’s inability to overcome the fears himself. * Talk to the vet. If fears are paralyzing your pet, talk to the veterinarian to see if behavior therapy or short-term medication use may help assuage fears. Some vets prescribe a mild tranquilizer to help pets get through specific stressors. Because fear can cause skittishness, many pets end up running away from home during an unforeseen noise ambush. It is imperative to keep identification on your pets at all times so they can be returned promptly when found.
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Diamond is a one-year old hound mix who has a long history here at Stevens-Swan. Diamond was born here and was adopted out and a few months later brought back here to the shelter due to unfortunate circumstances. Since then, Diamond is still awaiting her forever home. She gets along well with other dogs and would do good in a family environment.
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New pet policies unleashed at work make employees happier Employers continually try new tactics to improve employee morale. A new concept has truly gone to the dogs ... and even the cats. Recognizing that pets are important members of many households, some companies are providing for animal day care, while others have an opendoor policy when it comes to bringing pets to work.
Dutch is a male two year old Pit Bull Terrier mix. He is a very sweet dog who loves attention, and he has yet to meet a person he doesn’t like! He is a very well rounded dog. He gets along fine with other dogs and even does okay with cats. Dutch would love to find his forever home with people who will give him the love and attention he deserves. Come over and visit Dutch, we hope you won’t be able to leave without him!
Sylvester is an adult male Domestic Short Hair cat. He is always dressed to impress in his Tuxedo coat. It is unbelievable that such an amazing cat like Sylvester would wind up homeless. The amount of love that Sylvester has just radiates off of him. He rubs up on the other cats in the cat room and gives them sweet head butts, and he does the same thing to his human friends! Sylvester is the love bug you’ve been looking for, hurry in, he won’t last long!
One might think that opening the workplace to pets would create a veritable zoo with a cacophony of meows and barks. But companies like Californiabased Autodesk say that this isn’t the case. Many pets are very well behaved, preferring to snooze under desks or flirt with passersby. The company has loose rules in place, including barring overzealous barkers. And if an animal has too many accidents indoors, he or she has to leave.
The American Humane Association says that pet-friendly policies can be a boon to employers and employees alike. * Research indicates that animals can help individuals naturally reduce stress. * Having pets nearby can keep employees calm and help them adapt better to unforeseen challenges. * Pets generally induce feelings of happiness. Therefore an office environment where pets are allowed may benefit from improved morale. *Happier employees often perform better. * Animals help spark conversation and camaraderie among employees. * Knowing that one doesn’t have to rush home to let a dog out can offer peace of mind and enable an employee to stay later to finish up a project without distraction.
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Pet policies... From previous Bringing in an office mascot or enabling employees to bring in pets from home can have many advantages. It is important, however, to follow some guidelines so the experiment works. * Talk to other pet-friendly firms for advice. * Be sure to create a petfriendly environment, free from potential hazards. * Set ground rules for pets, their owners and fellow employees. * Don’t initiate the new policy near a deadline time or a typically busy season. *Educate employees on how to interact with the animals. Becoming a pet-friendly place of work can be an asset to employers looking to offer employees benefits in lieu of pay increases in a tough economy.
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Last month we spoke about mindfulness and eating. Purposeful focused attention to the foods we eat when we eat them can send one’s relationship with food in a powerful new direction. I am not talking about making a diet of what one consumes or shouldn’t consume, how much, where or when. This would be focusing on the “doing” aspect, while mindfulness as an occasional approach or a daily practice relates more to the “being” aspect. It is quiet appreciation without pushing anything away or pulling anything toward you, without categorizing or judging, without striving even. Just cultivating awareness and being open to an experience. One reader tried last month’s exercise of eating an orange with mindful attention to each sensory detail of the fruit, and took a surprising fifteen minutes to do so. Time passed as if it were only a few moments. She responded with wonder and amazement, “I don’t think I will ever look at an orange the same way again!” I totally agree! Think of how very young children eat. Left to their own developmental skill level and offered a selection of food from which to choose, in a low
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or no pressure setting, even very little ones will select a largely balanced and size appropriate diet on their own over time. As they grow, something I their food relationships shifts for them. I know it has shifted for me again over the years. The practice of mindful eating can positively shift the relationship with food once more. Jan Chozen Bays, MD is a pediatrician and meditation teacher who teaches mindful eating. She has written a wonderful book called Mindful Eating: A Guide to Rediscovering a Healthy and Joyful Relationship with Food. This very readable and smile-worthy little book is where I first learned and even thought about the different kinds of hunger. Seven to be exact! The first, she writes, is eye hunger, how food looks on the plate, the vine or in the hand. How much hunger do you have for the food you see before you, based only on how it looks? Next is nose hunger. What does the fragrance of cookies fresh out of the oven at the local bookstore do to shoppers? There is also mouth hunger. Take a piece of a new food and put it in your mouth without biting. Then allow yourself one bite and roll the pieces around in your
mouth or explore them with your tongue. Stomach hunger is a bit of a risk. Chew and swallow some of the food. How long can you detect the flavor? Does your stomach feel satisfied or not? Cellular hunger concerns how food is being taken in and used by the body. How long after drinking water on a hot day before your body tells you this was needed? Mind hunger is often expressed in “should” and “should nots.” How much would your mind like more of this food? Finally, there is heart hunger. How soothing or comforting is this new food? Would your heart like you to have more? Try these exercises with a new food or new exotic fruit juice and assess each hunger separately. You too may never look at a type of food, familiar or not, the same way ever again. (Dr. Chozen Bays’ book is accompanied by a CD containing guided meditations as well as numerous exercises to practice and play with. It is available at your favorite bookstore.) Susan Romeo is a retired nurse practitioner and founder of CNY Healing Touch, a provider of integrated holistic health and wellness approaches in the central NYS area. Visit her website at www. cnyhealingtouch & send your thoughts to susan@cnyhealingtouch.com.
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any money. Interior designers know how to arrange furniture for maximum appeal, but the average homeowner can do it, too. Find a focal point in the room and angle the furniture toward it. Don’t make the focal point the television, however. Try changing the placement of chairs and sofas. Simply moving a curio cabinet from one corner to another may also make a difference.
What many homeowners may not realize is that there are many ways to make updates and changes to a home that do not require a major overhaul or a large price tag. The following are seven projects that won’t break the bank.
2. Add lighting. Lighting at different levels in the room can create a vibrant impact. Many homeowners mistakenly put in a couple of table lamps and think that will be adequate. However, properly illuminating a room means varying the lighting to create different moods at different times. Plus, more light can make a room feel more welcoming.
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5. Clean Gutters Anytime They Need It. Most homeowners know they need to clean their gutters in the fall. But once you understand the importance of gutters, you’ll know why its vital to clean them out anytime they get full. To protect the value of your home, keep your gutters clean throughout the year.
Did you know? According to Remodeling magazine’s 2011-2012 “Cost Vs. Value Report,” replacement projects perform better in resale value than other types of remodeling projects. Siding-, window- and door-replacement projects all recoup between 69 and 78 percent of their initial costs. Replacement projects perhaps recoup so much value because, with the exception of roofing projects, each of the projects examined in the report are priced at less than $19,000. Replacement projects also tend to rely heavily on durable, lowmaintenance products, reducing the overall cost of the project while helping owners eventually regain more of their investment. In addition, replacement projects are known to instantly increase curb appeal, helping homeowners make a strong first impression with prospective buyers.
Combining draperies or a valance with a new shade or blind is a great way to compliment your furnishings and accessories and create a new look in your home or office. Whether you need privacy, light control or insulation, new treatments can give you the fresh new room you’ve been hoping for.
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Celebrate Fall in style! The premiere Trenton Falls Arts Festival, being held two weekends, September 29th, 30th and October 6th, 7th, 2012 promises to be a great celebration of both Art and of Trenton Falls. Trenton Falls, just a short drive north of Utica, was an impor-
from the Festival are to benefit the Trenton Falls Association, the non-profit organization that helps to preserve and protect the Trenton Falls area. The Festival is open from 10:00AM to 5:00PM each day, there is a $5 entrance fee. Check our website for a complete listing of events, times, and directions, www.tren-
View down the ravine at Trenton Falls, NY- Currier & Ives tant tourist destination back in the 1800’s with much history and geological and paleontological importance. The highlight of Trenton Falls is a series of waterfalls created by the West Canada Creek carving it’s way through millions of years old limestone creating what is called the Trenton Chasm. This series of picturesque Falls has been captivating artists since the 1800’s. The Festival will feature a private collection of paintings of Trenton Falls from the 1800’s to present day made public for the first time, vintage photographs and memorabilia of Trenton Falls brought together for the Festival, a fine arts and fine crafts exhibit and sale featuring local artists some depicting the Trenton Falls area and others showcasing their specialty, and an exhibit on the geology and paleontology importance of Trenton Falls. While enjoying the art there will be wine tastings offered by some of NY State’s premiere wineries and vineyards, artisanal cheese tastings, great music, food and more. A portion of the proceeds
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Properly adjusted mirrors vastly improve safety Millions of motor vehicle accidents occur each year. While the motor vehicle industry places a great emphasis on safety, it’s ultimately up to motorists to ensure their vehicle is as safe as possible. Mirrors are an often overlooked aspect of safe driving. Properly adjusted rearview and side view mirrors improve visibility by reducing blind spots, which in turn reduces a driver’s risk of being in an accident, especially on multi-lane highways where drivers may be forced to keep tabs on fellow motorists on both sides of their vehicles. When adjusting mirrors, consider the following tips to ensure your vehicle is as safe as possible. * Ensure optimal visibility from the interior rearview mirror. A properly adjusted rearview mirror allows drivers to see what’s alongside and behind them, improving road awareness while reducing the risk of an accident. Most drivers know the rearview mirror should allow them to see out of the rear window from the driver’s seat. But it’s also important to utilize the day/night switch found on most rearview mirrors. Such a switch isn’t an unnecessary accessory, but one that can reduce glare from cars behind you at night. Just be sure to flip the switch back to the daytime setting in the morning
to ensure maximum visibility. * Firmly secure the rearview mirror. Unfortunately, rearview mirrors are not always sturdy, as many vehicle manufacturers attach the rearview mirror to the windshield with a special button that is glued to the glass at the factory. This glue can come undone when drivers hit a pothole or just gradually weaken thanks to the ravages of heat, humidity
or cold weather. When a rearview mirror comes unglued, drivers often look to a quick, yet temporary, solution like super glue or a high-strength adhesive. Such quick fixes are ineffective over the long haul, and drivers might find themselves driving down the street without a rearview mirror. Permatex(R) Rearview Mirror Adhesive was designed specifically for motorists looking for a permanent fix that ensures the rearview mirror will stay attached to the windshield regardless of external factors like the weather or poor road conditions. The adhesive employs a
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9/20-22-They’re Playing Our Song, Barneveld, Unity Hall
9/13-15, 5th Annual Utica Music & Arts Fest, Over 200 performers ,3days, 13 stages, uticamusicandartsfest.com
9/21- Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire bank, 9-5
9/13-Collin Raye, Turning Stone,Casino, Verona, 8 9/13-Bully(Film), Utica College, Macfarlane Auditorium, 7 9/13-Toastmasters International Meeting, John V. Boyle Boardroom, 12 9/13-The Bomb, Utica Music & Arts Fest, BLU, Utica, 8 9/13-Farmers’ Market, Herkimer VFW, 12 9/13-Organik Soul’s Open Mic, Villa Isidoro, Ritchfield Springs,8 9/13-Justice McBride, Piggy Pat’s, New Hartford, 8 9/13-American Red Cross Blood Drive, HCCC, Herkimer, 10:30 9/13-Collin Raye, Turning Stone, Verona, 8 9/14-Dee Jay Karaoke, South Trenton Pub, Barneveld, 9
9/21- Dee Jay Karaoke, South Trenton Pub, Barneveld, 9 9/14-Grant’s Tomb, BLU, Utica Music & Arts Fest 9/14-Project Weather Machine, Skeletons in the Piano, and the Soul Foundation, Sickenberger Lane, Utica Music & Arts Fest 9/14-Universe Shark, Nail Creek Pub & Brewery, Utica Music & Arts Fest 9/14-15-Fran Cosmo (Former lead singer of BOSTON), Uptown Theatre, Utica, theuptowntheatrelive.com 9/15-Trenton Farmers’ Market, village green, -1 9/15-Rick Short Band-Utica Music & Arts Fest, Utica Greens Fest, Varick St, 1:15 9/15-The Great Outdoors & Safety Event, MVCC Rome, Plumley Complex, 12, 731-5721
9/14-Rock Short Band, Utica Music &Arts Fest, Shots, Varick Street Utica, 6-7
9/15-Tamerlane, Sickenberger Lane, Utica Music & Arts Fest
9/13-Clinton Farmers’ Market, Village Green, 10-4
9/15-Farmers’ Market, M&T Bank, Little Falls, 8
9/13-Zach Deputy featuring Inda Glo, Utica Music & Arts Festival, Utica
9/15-7th Annual Cruisin Into Waterville, 7, www.cruisiintowaterville.com
9/14-Comedian Bobcat Goldthwait, MVCC Utica, Info Tech Bldng, 8, 731-5721
9/15-Oneida County Public Market, Union Station, 9-1
9/14- Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire Bank, 9-5
9/15-Brooke Shive & the 45’s/ One Sheet, Utica Music & Arts Fest, Sickenberger Lane, Outdoor Stage, 5:30
9/14- Wine Tasting Train, Adirondack Scenic railroad, Union Station, 800-8192291
9/16-Sean Patrick McGraw and the Fulton Chain Gang, The Silverado, Herkimer
9/21-23&27-29-Enchanted April, Players of Utica, 724-7624
9/16- Westmoreland Farmers’ Market, Fire Dept., 10-2
9/21-Wine Tasting Train, Adirondack Railroad, 800-8192291
9/16-Buffalo Head Train, Adirondack Scenic Railroad, 800-819-2291 9/16-All American Rejects & Boys Like Girls Concert, Utica AUD, 738-0164 9/16-Open Mic Night, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7 9/16-Rick Short Band, Utica Music & Arts Fest, Dick Smith’s Tavern ,Utica, 8:15-10:15
9/22-23-Remsen Barn Festival of the Arts, Village of Remsen 9/22- Oneida County Public Market, Union Station, 9-1 9/22-Trenton Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 9-1, 853-5901
9/16-4th Annual Recovery Classic Golf Tournament, Woodgates Pines Golf Club, Boonville, 942-5442
9/22-23rd Annual Charity Auction, Utica, Sculpture Space, 724-8381
9/17- Westmoreland Farmers’ Market, Fire Dept., 10-2
9/22-Haunted History Investigation, Remsen Stone Meeting House, 7-11, 527-2164
9/17-Bon Iver, Brewery Ommegang, 8 9/18-Sherrill Farmers’ Market, Off Kinsley, 12-5 9/18-Irish Traditional Music Session, Albany Street Café, Herkimer, 7:30 9/19-Utica Farmers’ Market, Chancellor Park, 9-5 9/19 Waterville Farmers’ Market, Barton Ave.,750-5785
9/15-Man with 1000 voices, Palace Theater, Hamilton, 6:30, 824-1420
9/19-David Burgess, Latin Guitarist & Historian, MVCC Utica, Info Tech Bldng, 7, 731-5721
9/14-Karaoke by Dennis Day, Crossroads Bar, Schuyler, 8
9/15-Miz, Utica Music & Arts Fest, Nail Creek Pub and Brewery
9/19-Lyp Service Karaoke, Mr McGills, Schuyler, 9
9/14-Friday Night Cruise In, St. Johns Church, Rome, 6
9/15-16-Cooperstown Rotary Applefest, Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard, 10
9/20- Clinton Farmers’ Market, The village green, 10-4
9/14-Farmers’ Market Clapsaddle Farm, Ilion, 12
9/15-Casino, Utica Music & Arts Fest, Piers’s and Blake, 9:30
9/20-5 Broken Cameras (Film), Utica College, Macfarlane Auditorium, 7
9/14-Gent Treadly w/ Garth Hudson of the Band, Palace Theater, Hamilton, 8, 824-1420
9/16-Delta Lake Half Marathon, Delta Lake State Park, active.com, 9-11:30
9/20- Boonville Farmers’ Market, Nice & Easy off 12, 12-6
9/16-Wiggle Waggle Walk-A-Thon, Stephens-Swan Humane Society, New Hartford Town Park, 12-3
9/20-Dropkick Murphy’s, Saranac Brewing Co., gates at 6
9/14-Flabberghaster and Newton Crosby, Pier’s and Blake, Utica Music & Arts Fest
9/21-Grupo Pagan, featuring Emedin Rivers, MVCC Utica, Info Tech Bldng, 8, 731-5721
9/22-Joe Sample, MWPAI, Utica, 797-8260 9/22-Darius Rucker, Brewery Ommegang, Cooperstown, 607-544-1800 9/22-The Bomb w/special Guest Red Hush, 12 North Sports Bar, Marcy, 9 9/22-Children’s In the Kitchen Tea, Smithfield Community Center, 2, $25 reservation by 9/14, 546-5583 9/23- Falling Leaves Road Race, Genesee Street Utica, 5l & 14k, contact Mike Byrch,404-8130 9/23-Open Mic Night-Utica, The Tramontane, 7 9/23-Circus,Circus, and More Circus, Newport Flea Mall event Grounds, 252223-4019 9/23- Westmoreland Farmers’ Market, Fire Dept., 10-2 9/23-Annual Peterboro In the Kitchen tea Celebrates Elizabeth Smith Miller & honors Matilda Joslyn Gage, Smithfield Community Center, 12:30, $40 reservation by 9/14 mercantile@
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10/12-Tribute to Levon Heim, Rick Danko and the music of the Band, Catherine Cummings Theatre, Cazenovia, 8
9/25-AN Evening with Stephen Sondheim, HVCC ,Maureen Stapleton Theatre, 6:15-9:30
10/13-Classoc Car Cruise Night, Sylvan Beach, 6
9/26-Lyp Service Karaoke, Mr. Mcgills, Schuyler, 9
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9/27- Clinton Farmers’ Market, Village Green, 10-4
9/30-Open Mic Night, Utica, The Tramontane, 7
9/27-Red Hat Society meeting at Alteri’s, Clinton, 12:30 luncheon /shopping
10/1-Whitesboro Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 3-7
9/27-How to Start a Revolution, (Film), Utica College, Macfarlane Auditorium, 7
10/2- Sherrill Farmers’ Market, Off Kinsley , 12-5
9/27- Toastmasters International Meeting, Rescheduled to AC 1&2, 12
10/2-Central New York’s Plein Ir Landscapes w/Chad Smith, MVCC Utica, Into Tech Bldng, 1, 731-5721
9/27- Boonville Farmers’ Market, Nice & Easy off 12, 12-6
10/3-Utica Farmers’ Market, Chancellor Park, 9-5
9/28- Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire bank, 9-5
10/3- Waterville Farmers’ Market, Barton Ave.,750-5785
9/28-Fritz’s Polka Band, MVCC Rome, Plumley Complex, 7, 731-5721
10/3-Lyp Service Karaoke, Mr McGills, Schuyler, 9
9/28-30-Bagg’s Square HarvestFest, Utica
10/3-Jo Dee Messina, Turning Stone , Verona, 8
9/28-Dee Jay Karaoke, South Trenton Pub, Barneveld, 9
10/3-Craft Night, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7
9/28-Karaoke Dennis Day, Crossroads Bar & Grill, Schuyler,8
10/4- Clinton Farmers’ Market, The village green, 10-4
9/28-Wine Tasting Train, Adirondack Railroad, 800-819-2291
10/4-Al Weisei: Never Sorry (film), Utica College, Macfarlane Auditorium, 7
9/28-Gladys Knight, The Stanley, 8-10, 724-4000
10/4-7-Nunset Boulevard, Rome Community Theatre, 337-5920
9/28-29-Sweet Chocolate Factory, Palace theater, Hamilton, 5, 824-1420
10/4- Boonville Farmers’ Market, Nice & Easy off 12, 12-6
9/29- Trenton Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 9-1, 853-5901
10/5- Dee Jay Karaoke, South Trenton Pub, Barneveld, 9
9/29-30-Rogues’ Revenge Renaissance Fair, MVCC Utica Campus, 11-6
10/5-Reduced Shakespeare Company, Palace Theater, Hamilton, 8-10, 824-1420
9/29-4th Annual Fall Harvest Fest, Cinderella Park, Utica, 9, 542-7647 9/29-30-Fall Harvest Craft Show, Sunnycrest Orchards Greenhouses & Farm Market, Sharon Springs, www.sunnycrestorchards.com 9-5 9/29-30-Trenton Fall Arts Festival, Trenton Falls, 10-5, www.trentonfallsfestival.blogspot.com 9/30- Westmoreland Farmers’ Mar-
10/5-Karaoke by Dennis Day, Crossroads Bar & Grill, Schuyler, 8 10/5- Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire bank, 9-5 10/5-Is the Capitol Theater Haunted?, Rome, 8, 337-6453 10/5-Wine Tasting Train, Adirondack Scenic Railroad, 800-819-2291
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10/6-Trenton Farmers’ Market, village green, 1 10/6-The Bomb, Joel’s Steakhouse, Verona, 9 10/6-7- Trenton Fall Arts Festival, Trenton Falls, 10-5,www.trentonfallsfestival.blogspot.com 10/6-Camden Homecoming Festival, Chamber of Commerce, 245-5000 10/6-7-Garlic Festival, Sunnycrest Orchards Greenhouses & Farm Market, Sharon Springs, 9-5 www.sunnycrestorchards.com 10/7-Open Mic Night, Utica, The Tramontane, 7 10/7- Westmoreland Farmers’ Market, Fire Dept., 10-2 10/8- Whitesboro Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 3-7 10/9- Sherrill Farmers’ Market, Off Kinsley , 12-5 10/10- Utica Farmers’ Market, Chancellor Park, 9-5
10/12-13-Moe, Saranac Brewery, 800-765-6288 10/12-14-Nunset Boulevard, Rome Community Theatre, 337-5920 10/12- Wine Tasting Train, Adirondack Scenic Railroad, 800-819-2291 10/13-14-Englebert Humperdinck, Turning Stone, Verona, 7 10/14- Westmoreland Farmers’ Market, Fire Dept., 10-2 10/14-Buffalo Head Train, Adirondack Scenic Railroad, 11:30-4, 800-819-2291 10/14-Farmers’ Market at Sylvan Beach, 8-5 10/15- Whitesboro Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 3-7 10/16-Irish Traditional Music Session, Albany Street Café, Herkimer, 7:30 10/16-The Von Shakes, MVCC Utica, Alumni College center, 8:30, 731-5721 10/17- Waterville Farmers’ Market, Barton Ave.,750-5785
10/10-Lyp Service Karaoke, Mr McGills, Schuyler, 9
10/17-20-Unspoken Conference and Film Festival, Uptown Theatre, Utica, www.theuptowntheatrelive.com
10/10- Waterville Farmers’ Market, Barton Ave.,750-5785
10/17-Lyp Service Karaoke, Mr. McGills, Schuyler, 9
10/11- Toastmasters International Meeting, AC 1&2, 12
10/18-Organik Soul’s Open Mic, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 8
10/11- Clinton Farmers’ Market, The village green, 10-4
10/21- Farmers’ Market at Sylvan Beach, 8-5
10/11- Boonville Farmers’ Market, Nice & Easy off 12, 12-6
10/25- Toastmasters International Meeting, AC 1&2, 12
10/11-14-Romeo & Juliet, Utica College, Strebel Auditorium, 792-3006 10/11-The Lady (film), Utica College, Macfarlane Auditorium, 7
10/27-4th Annual Utica Zombiewalk, The Uptown Theatre, Utica, 5, 525-4362
10/12- Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire bank, 9-5 10/12-Air Supply, Turning Stone, Verona, 8
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9/22-Opening Reception: Nevin Merced’s “Reflection Series”, Earlville Opera House, 6-7:30 9/22-Live Performance: Tannahill Weavers, Earlville Opera House, 8
9/25-Historic Sites of Concience: From the Underground Railroad to Women’s Rights in New York State, Colgate’s Center for Women’s Studies 7-8:30 9/27-Hamilton Book & Movie Club: Shawshank Redemption, Read the novel by Stephen king & come to the Hamilton Movie Theater for a 5:30 screening, 228-6944
JJ’s Salon & Spa ~Full Service • Men & Women~
Cuts • Color • Highlights • Massage • Body Waxing • Tanning • Spray Tanning 824-3000 29 Lebanon Street • Hamilton
9/22-Live Music: Rabbit in the Rye, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8 9/25-Children’s Story Time: Hamilton Public Library, 10:30
9/28-29-Swiet Chocolate Factory, Palace theater, Hamilton, 5, 824-1420 10/5-Reduced Shakespeare Company, Palace Theater, 8-10, 824-1420
The Gingham Patch Unique home decor for the primitive lover...!
Fall Foliage, Country Roads & a stop at the Gingham Patch
We’re decorated from floor to ceiling with all of your Fall Needfuls!!
22 Lebanon Street Hamilton, NY
315-228-2122 www.myruschs.net
22 Lebanon Street Hamilton, NY 315-228-2122 www.myruschs.net
Primitive Halloween
HOURS: Thur., Fri., Sat. 11-5 • Sun. 12-4 3490 Pratts Road, Bouckville, NY 13310 www.GinghamPatch.com • 315-893-7750 PULSE pulsepointpress.com SEPTEMBER 2012 47
It’s a
Shrimptember
to Remember!
Featuring 7 succulent dishes:
Shrimp Riggies, Shrimp Alfredo, Shrimp Pasta Alfresco, California Shrimp Pasta, Shrimp Broccoli Pasta, Shrimp Marinara and Beer Battered Shrimp.
Shrimp Pasta Alfresco
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