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June is Bustin’ Out All Over! by Sharry L. Whitney June is when summer gets rolling. People are busy with gardening, graduations, weddings, and, of course, Father’s Day. Farmers’ markets start getting busy with customers seeking out the early season’s fresh harvest. In addition to our Annual Guide to Summer Farmers’ Markets and Local Producers, Denise Szarek shares the joy of raising pea shoots. My neighbor Ellen, as she often does, shared some of her “extra” pea shoot peas for me to grow a few years ago, and they are indeed delightful. They are a quick, easy, and fun food to grow. I should have added “gardening” to our Family Summer Fun Guide (also in this issue). You don’t have to be an epic gardener like my neighbor; you can grow pea shoots in a planter on the porch or even a window box, but I digress. There are many things we could have included in our Family Fun Guide: historical sites, hiking trails, waterfalls, even shopping farmers’ markets, but there are only so many pages. I tried to incorporate some ideas that Dad (and Grandpa) may particularly enjoy for Father’s Day, too. I hope that every issue gives you some great ideas for things to do and see traveling ’round the Mohawk Valley. Happy Father’s Day! (Miss you, Dad)
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from the Oneida County Historical Society by brian howard, executive director Fort Schuyler is the seed from which the city of Utica grew. Its location immediately east of modern-day Union Station’s Railway Express Agency (REA) building is known, but no marker exists there to indicate its significance to our area. Some readers may not even be aware that a fort stood here, but two and a half centuries ago it was one of the most important settlements along the Mohawk River. What became Fort Schuyler was erected by the British during the French and Indian War (1754-1763). It was one of a string of forts stretching from Fort Stanwix in Rome all the way to Albany. It existed to protect the shallow fording (crossing) place on the Mohawk, and to serve as a staging site for expeditions from the North Country up to Canada. The fort consisted of a ditch, earthen walls, and a three-sided stockade that was erected in 1758; its namesake was Col. Peter Schuyler, uncle of the famous Revolutionary War General Philip Schuyler. Compared to sites like Fort Stanwix, little Fort Schuyler was much less substantial and lightly defended. With Britain’s victory in 1763, the fort’s purpose came into question. The colonists enjoyed generally positive relations with the Six Nations and the French were out of the way, so the site was abandoned. During this time the Oneida Indians referred to the place as “Twadah-ah-lo-dah-que,” meaning “ruins of the old fort.” This may be the genesis of the term “Old Fort Schuyler,” which remains in use today. Like many of the Colonial era forts, Schuyler was
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resurrected during the American Revolution (1775-1783). It saw use primarily as a stopping point on the way to/from Fort Stanwix,* although it is not believed to have been garrisoned during the Revolution. Perhaps the most significant event surrounding the fort’s existence was its use as a stopover by Gen. Nicholas Herkimer’s men in August 1777. Herkimer’s force was on its way to relieve a siege of Fort Stanwix when they were engaged by the British at Oriskany on August 6. This skirmish proved to be a turning point in the British offensive and initiated a series of events that led to the Redcoats’ defeat at the Battle of Saratoga that October. As was the case after the French and Indian War, Fort Schuyler was abandoned at the Revolution’s end. A blockhouse erected there was later used by Utica pioneer Moses Bagg as a blacksmith’s shop. After the Revolution the area’s settlers remained here and in 1798 renamed their settlement “Utica.” The Original “Old Fort Schuyler” Park From 1883 through the early 1960s, a park existed at the east end of Main Street that marked a site near the original fort. The “Old Fort Schuyler Park” was one of the Oneida County Historical Society’s first projects and was dedicated on Independence Day in 1883. At first, the park contained a single plaque and three Civil War surplus cannons that had been acquired from the State of New York. In 1910, the historical society partnered with the local Daugh-
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The Man Who Stopped the Sun by carol higgins
Have you ever looked around while you were sitting in your car waiting for a traffic light to change, when all of a sudden you spot something you’ve seen many times but never took the time to investigate? Well, it happened to me. I was at the intersection of Genesee and Eagle Streets in Utica and there it was – a very tall statue of a scholarly man holding a globe with rings circling around it. Okay, time for an adventure! Once I parked my car and walked to the statue, I learned why there is such a striking tribute to this man. The monument lists his impressive accomplishments, with the most extraordinary at the top, “He stopped the Sun and set the Earth in motion.” It’s Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. Before explaining that inscription, first an introduction. Copernicus was born in Torun, Poland on Feb. 19, 1473. It was a time of kings and queens, castles and knights, serfs and peasants. Transportation was by foot, horseback, cart, or ship. There were no grocery stores, no indoor plumbing, and no electric lights because electricity wouldn’t be harnessed for another 400 years. A series of devastating plagues swept through the region, taking the lives of almost half the people in Europe. It was also the beginning of the Renaissance, a period of cultural revival and advancement in the arts, literature, and science. The Copernicus family was wealthy, so Nicolaus had a good start. But at age 10, his father passed away and his uncle, Lucas Watzenrode, became his guardian. Watzenrode was a
canon in the Catholic Church, eventually becoming a bishop. He offered many opportunities to his nephew, including an education at several of the best universities. A statue of Copernicus overlooks Copernicus went to the University Genesee Street in Utica of Krakow, studying mathematics, geography, Latin, philosophy, and astronomy. Next he went to the University of On the Revolutions of the Celestial Spheres just Credit:inNASA, W. Keel, Team Bologna in Italy, to continue mathematicsHanny’s and Voorwerp. beforeImage he died 1543.ESA, The bookGalaxy was Zoo banned astronomy training. At his uncle’s urging, he by the Catholic Church and dismissed by scholstudied canon law and was appointed a canon at ars because it shattered long-held principles. a cathedral in Poland. At the University of Pad- It wasn’t until 150 years later that his theories ua in Italy, he studied medicine and received a were proven and accepted, thanks to Johannes medical license. Kepler, Galileo, and Issac Newton. Copernicus His curiosity about how the universe is often called the founder of modern astronoworked continued to grow. The telescope my. wasn’t invented until 1608, so Copernicus did The rich cultural heritage of the Mohawk visual observations and used simple tools like Valley includes a large population of Polish an astrolabe to study the position of the Sun and families. In the early 1970s a determined group stars, and a quadrant to measure angles. Now, decided to honor their famous countryman. about that inscription on the statue in Utica. They formed the For thousands of years a theory by Ptolemy, Kopernik Memorial Association of Central Aristotle, and others was accepted as fact: the New York, and the statue is the result of their Earth is stationary, while the Sun, planets, and perseverance. It is a wonderful work of art, destars orbit around Earth. Enter Nicolaus Coper- signed and sculptured by Profesnicus. sor Bogdan Chmielewski at The math didn’t add up when Copernicus the Academy of Arts and tried to understand the movement of the ob- Sciences, Warsaw, Join us June 8 jects. The only way to explain what he saw was Poland. So the next using his new model with the Sun at the center, time you’re driving at 7:30pm at the Waterville and Earth, planets, stars and other objects orbit- around town take Public Library, 206 White ing the Sun. Today it’s called the heliocentric a closer look, you Street, Waterville for a great system. never know what astronomy program, His theories were published in a book called you’ll see. •
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Recently celebrating its one-year anniversary, Oneida Square Public Art & Design (OSPA&D) is well on its way to fulfilling its dual mission – providing jobs and training for a disadvantaged population while making a quality product that beautifies cities, campuses, parks, businesses, and more. OSPA&D creates urban streetscape amenities such as mosaic litter receptacles and planters, public and private murals, wooden planters, and various other pieces that bring public spaces to life. You can see its creations currently in Bagg’s Square, Oneida Square, in front of Art & Vine on Genesee Street, and at The Community Foundation offices. They are also working on a series of new receptacles for downtown, which will be unveiled soon. Not only do the pieces combat litter – a major problem that was identified in the neighborhoods – but they also provide work for artisans who have barriers to entering the mainstream labor market. The job with OSPA&D provides them steady income right in their neighborhood (eliminating the expense of transportation), gives them purpose and structure, and they get to work in a creative field with mosaic artwork. Mosaic art by nature is taking broken pieces and putting them back together to create something beautiful, which is a perfect analogy for the lives of the artisans and the healing and strengthening that happens there. Learn more about the group at www.OneidaSquarePublicArt.com.
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The Everyday Adventures of Mohawk Valley Girl
utica coffee roasting co. When I am out adventuring or just running errands, I will occasionally have the need and desire to pause for refreshment. Naturally, I look for a “distinctive Mohawk Valley” kind of place. On a recent Saturday running errands (alas, no adventures that day), I found a great spot at Utica Coffee Roasting Company. I was on Genesee Street in Utica, NY, which looks as if it goes right to the Roasting Company with very little effort on my part. However, since that section of the street is one way in the wrong direction, I had to overshoot it and turn back. This accomplished, I found a parking space and walked up to the shop. I guess I could consider driving in Utica to be an adventure even if I am just running errands. It was a beautiful, sunny day, and some people were sitting at tables outside the shop. I could see one seat at one empty table (the rest of the people were all crowded around another table, as sometimes happens at these establishments). Inside, I saw that one of the tall tables I so love was available. I hoped it would still be available after I ordered. I got plain, regular hot coffee instead of one of the many other choices available, and asked what kind of bagels they had. I could have selected a delicious-looking baked good from a glass display case or opted for a breakfast sandwich, but a bagel with cream cheese was exactly what my stomach wanted. At first, the girl said they had plain and everything bagels. “Everything! My favorite!” I said. “Oh, wait, it’s onion. I’m sorry.” “That’s okay, I like onion.” Onion bagels used to be my favorite as a matter of fact, but I did not burden her with the information. The tall table was still free. Yes! There were also seats free at the bar across the front window. These had been fully occupied when I walked in. I do like to sit at the window, so I may go for one of those seats at a future visit. As I sat, sipping and eating, I looked around at the decor and other patrons. A large banner hanging from the ceiling urged me to “Wake the Hell Up!” I had noticed the employees’ T-shirts said that as well. I looked around at the blue
Corri Lenaghen and Ashley Pape at Utica Coffee Rosting Co. in Utica
Two young patrons enjoy some treats in Downtown Utica
DEANSBORO SUPERETTE
Babying Babies Since 1985!
All Breeds Welcome! Baths • Nails • De-Shedding • Day Care Cat Brush Outs • Teeth Brushing Pet Apparel & Supplies
Call (315) 736-7567 to schedule an appointment
Professional Pet Groomers 105 Main Street, Whitesboro
Prince-Boyd & Hyatt Home For Funerals, Inc.
Since 1967
Home of the Monster Sub!
Home-like surroundings for your convenience & comfort. Pre-arrangement Plans with prey-payment or no payment options.
210 West Court St. Rome • 336-1510 Handicapped Accessible
www.princeboydhyatt.com
Middle Eastern Favorites!
Humous, Kibbie, Falafel, Babaghanoush , Taboulie, Grape leaves, Spinach pies.
Open 7 days a week! Rt 12B, Deansboro (315) 841-4377 www.deansborosuperette.com
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ceiling and the cinder block walls painted dark brown and orange. Unpainted boards made shelves on the wall opposite me. The shelves held decorative objects as well as items for sale. A gargoyle with a horseshoe in its mouth looked down at us. An antique scale graced another shelf. I noted that I could purchase a T-shirt, honey, yogurt, maple syrup, and more. The shop was doing a brisk business. Some college students sat on two couches having an apparently absorbing discussion. I was not close enough to eavesdrop (um, I mean, I never eavesdrop on other people’s conversations!). A man at a table by himself was typing into a laptop computer. Folks of different ages and apparel came and went. I opened my notebook and began to write. That is what you’re supposed to do in a café, isn’t it? I say, if it was good enough for Hemingway, it’s good enough for me. I don’t imagine I was writing any deathless prose, but I do enjoy to sit and write while I sip my coffee. I’ll have to make this a regular stop for my caffeine and writing needs. •
Utica Coffee Roasting Company 92 Genesee St., Utica (315) 624-9596 “Like” them on Facebook!
Cynthia M. Quackenbush, a.k.a. “Mohawk Valley Girl,” writes a daily blog about her everyday adventures in the Mohawk Valley. Follow her frugal fun at: mohawkvalleygirl.wordpress.com
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Artisan Cheese handmade by the Felio Family and sold locally throughout the Mohawk Valley!
For locations visit: www.threevillagecheese.com Also see us every Saturday at the Oneida Co. Market at Utica’s Union Station!
Now Accepting New Patients 2702 Genesee St., Utica (315) 797-0030
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a trip to the utica zoo Story and photos by Melida Karastury
The Utica Zoo is a prime destination for visitors and has served the Mohawk Valley for over 100 years. It is located in Roscoe-Conkling Park, One Utica Zoo Way. The zoo has grown from its small beginnings, with three fallow deer in 1914, to its present collection of 200 individual animals, representing 105 different species.
Animal docent Hank Bamberger educates us about “Teiran” the Merlin.
Cotton Top Tamarin’s lovingly care for one another in the Wildlife Hall. The California sea lion “Munchkin” follows commands and enjoys a feeding by the zoo keeper.
It is also home to 15 critically and/or endangered species. The Utica Zoo creates unique experiences and promotes public appreciation of wildlife through education, conservation, and recreation while providing excellence in animal care.
Cushman’s Jewett’s Cheese House
A family business since 1970 NY State aged cheddar 1-20 years old! Over 400 items of cheese & gourmet foods.
(800) 638-3836 934 Earlville Road, Earlville (between Poolville and Earlville) Open Mon-Fri: 9:30-5, Most Sundays 10:30-3, closed Sat. www.jewettscheese.com
AUTOMOTIVE In an Accident? We’ll fix it! Chuck Cushman, Jr.
Mon-Fri: 8-5, Sat: 9-2 8541A Route 365, Stittville
(315) 865-4721 or 525-2886
103 Main St., Whitesboro, NY 768-1462 Tues-Fri 6-2 Sat & Sun 6-1
1212 Catherine St., Utica, NY 733-6603
MUSEUM
Tues-Sun 6-2
& COUNTRY STORE
See Remington firearms and artifacts from the 1800s to today. Shop for clothing, hats, and souvenirs in the Country Store. 14 Hoefler Avenue, Ilion (315) 895-3200 FREE! Mon-Fri. 8am-5pm (store closes 4:30pm)
The News Source of Old Forge, Inlet and Surrounding Communities FREE Newspaper Available in the Greater Old Forge Area! www.weeklyadk.com
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There is a daily camel feeding and talk about the Utica Zoo’s 2,000 lb. Bactrian camel.
A ball python slithers about a picnic table for an up-close encounter.
The Red Panda cubs, born in July 2015, are currently on view at the zoo.
J.B.'s
Small Engine Works (315) 797-4461 Downtown Schuyler, NY 2236 Route 5 • Open Mon - Fri: 9-5, Sat: 9-12
Your independent Cub Cadet dealer
•Expert service •Locally owned for 30 years!
Service on most makes and models of snow, lawn, and garden equipment.
G N I W O T 24 HOUR
N O T CLIN SION I L L CO 315.853.5665 PO Box 292, McBride Ave. Clinton, NY Fax: 315.853.4751
Hanging Baskets • Annuals • Perennials Fresh Flowers • Fairy Gardens Dish Gardens • Garden Decor
Your florist for any occasion!
ice Your Full Serv Florist!
Gift Cards! Gift Shoppe!
Open 7 days a week! Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 10-2 www.michaelsgreenhouse.com
2774 Oneida St., Sauquoit, NY (315) 737-8181
Kathleen Mallory, Education Program Coordinator, feeds and educates us on all the animals including “Piggy Sue” the Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pig. Animal encounters with “Hank” the corn snake and “Ringo” the Indian Star tortoise are the highlight of the kid’s experience at the Utica Zoo’s Summer Zoo camp.
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Children’s Museum
of History, Science, and Technology in Utica, N.Y.
Book your birthday party today! 311 Main St., Utica • 315-724-6129
Visit us at www.UticaCM.org for hours and admission.
October Sale! June Sale!
ABC or Fabral Steel ABC Steel $2.25/lineal foot Stock up before the prices go up this spring!
HERKIMER BOCES
ADULT LPN PROGRAM Offering Health Care training for over 50 years!
Ronald E.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS For Sept. 2016 Classes PRACTICAL NURSING
• Full Time 10 months • Part-time 20 months days • Part-time 20 mos. evenings w/Saturday clinicals
At Herkimer BOCES we have a long tradition of training practical nurses. Our graduates come from diverse backgrounds and ages. Some come with no health care experience and are in need of training. Others are building upon existing nursing skills. One thing, all our students hold in common, is a desire to continue their education and provide a brighter future for themselves and their families. Financial Aid is available to qualified applicants.
For complete LPN course description and application process visit on the web at: lpn.herkimerboces.schoolfusion.us
or call 315-895-2210 Ext. 1 • 77 E. North St., Ilion, NY
Building Supplies • Ha Lumber,Lumber Building•Supplies & Hardware
by the same family since 1872 8689Run Summit Road • Paris Station, NY
8689 Summit Rd., Paris Station Phone: (315) 839-5740 lincolndavies@fron (315)-839-5740 Fax: (315) 839-5380 www.lincoln www.lincolndavies.com Just 10 miles south of New Hartford on Summit Road between Routes 12 and 8
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Voss’ at the Utica Zoo is open spring through summer and offers their famous hotdogs as well as a full menu.
Zoo Camp
Utica Zoo’s education department has camps designed for kids of all ages pre-K to 6th grade & up. Half week and full week sessions begin July 6. For more information or to pre-register for camps call 315-738-0472 ext. 36 or email kathleen.mallory@uticazoo.org. Pre-registration for all zoo camps is required. www.uticazoo.org
All Breeds Welcome!
“Your complete golf practice facility”
Open For The Season Open dawn to dusk
Self-serve $5 bucket
Full illuminated summer months! Range • Lessons • Fittings • Repairs
9512 River Rd, Marcy (315) 765-9199
Come Swing a Few at the View! (315)723-7682
8300 Brimfield St., Clinton Open daily at 7am
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Lessons available
Bathing & Blowouts Grooming to breed standards Cat grooming • Ear cleaning Gland expression • Hand-stripping
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3 Main St., Whitesboro
315-725-6486 Mon-Sat 8-5 by appt.
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Second Chances
OPENING MAY 15!
ANNUALS VEGGIES HERBS HANGING BASKETS
Over 20 Years Experience!
Variety & Consignment
Local wine, gifts, and more! 400 Academy Street Prospect, NY 13435 Wed-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-6
315-205-4045
ProspectFallsWinery@gmail.com Facebook.com/ProspectFallsWinery @WineB4Wildrness “Wine Before Wilderness”
Offering a large variety of gently used clothing, books, toys, household items & more! Locally made products! Now accepting new consignors
2270 Rte 80, Van Hornesville (315) 858-6289 Open Tues-Sat: 9-5
Family Summer FuN GuidE: June by Sharry L. Whitney
Summer took a little longer to get here this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get an early start on your family’s summer fun. The kids may still be in school, but many local attractions are open for the season (though some are only open weekends until mid or late June). Summer may not officially begin until June 20th, but summer fun begins now! Here are just a few of the many things your family can do in June.
Seasonal Attractions Enchanted Forest Water Safari Opens Wednesday, June 15 3183 State Route 28, Old Forge www.watersafari.com
Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo
Spring hours: 10am-4pm 10am-5pm starting June 18 Admission: $7.95-10.95, Under 2 free. 5135 Rome-New London Rd., Rome Free child pass online at: www.fortrickey.com
W.W. Durant, Raquette Lake Navigation Co.
Enjoy beautiful Raquette Lake from the deck of the W.W. Durant. Cool breezes. Breathtaking scenery. Fascinating history. Book a reservation: (315) 354-5532 www.RaquetteLakeNavigation.com No need to wait until school’s out, Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo is open now.
W.W. Durant on Raquette Lake
PeterPaul Recreation Park
Open daily 11am-9pm Go karts and kiddie karts, bumperboats, arcade, batting cages. 5615 Route 49 West, Rome www.peterpaulrecreation.com A boat tour is a fun experience for kids, parents, and grandparents alike.
Family Fun EVents Farm Fest 2016
Nothing says “summer” like bumper boats!
Sylvan Beach Amusement Park
Open weekends in June and Wednesday-Friday starting June 22. www.sylvanbeachamusementpark.com
Friday, June 3, 4:30pm-8:30pm Visit a modern operational dairy far and learn about agriculture. Displays, exhibits, hay rides, farm tours, hay maze, petting zoo, and food. Free admission. Rain or shine. DiNitto Farms, 6585 Benton Rd., Marcy
Take a Boat Tour!
Mohawk Valley Boat Tours
Board at Bellamy Harbor Park, Rome 1 hr. or all-day scenic canal cruise, historical tour, or fishing charter. Book a reservation: (315) 335-2270 www.mohawkvalleyboatcharters.com
DiNitto Farms in Marcy hosts the annual Farm Fest on Friday, June 3rd.
SZAREK’S
Mohawk Valley Boat Charters Board the BELLA GIORNATA at Bellamy Harbor Park in Rome for all-day charters on the Erie Canal.
Hanging Baskets Hydroponic Heirloom Tomatoes Vegetable Plants Fall Mums
www.mohawkvalleyboatcharters.com
7446 E. South St., Clinton 315.853.5901
Max. 6 passengers, restroom aboard. 1 hour to all-day scenic canal cruises, historical tours, fishing charters.
By appt: 315-335-2270
UticaZoo.org
Concert in the Park - Salt City Brass
St. Francis Di Paola Society Annual Italian Festival
Tuesday, June 7, 7pm Free admission Pulaski Park, Main St., New York Mills
June 3-5 A tradition since 1927! Food, games, rides, entertainment, and fireworks Saturday night. 152 8th Ave. at Palmer St, Frankfort www.stfrancissociety.org
18th Annual Dolgeville Violet Festival
Best of Boonville
Saturday, June 4, 9am-3pm Annual Car Show, Vendors in the Village Park, Meatball contest, Town-wide garage sales.
Clinton Pottery’s Dragon Run is a popular attraction at the annual KAC Run and Festival. The event is on Saturday, June 4th.
June 10-12 Live music, children’s activities, village-wide garage sale, Saturday: pancake breakfast 7-11am, parade at 10am, fireworks at 10pm; Sunday: 5K Run for the Violets at 8:30am, registration 7-8am; 1K Kids’ Run at 9:30am www.violetfestival-ny.com
18th Century Garden Faire 38th Annual KAC Run & Walk Festival Sunday, June 5, 1-4pm Saturday, June 4, 11am-7pm The festival on the Clinton Green will start at 11am. The Youth Fun Run starts at 4:45pm, 1-mile race at 5:15pm, 5k Walk & Run at 6pm Register at: www.kacny.org (315) 853-8871
Go-Karts
Batting Cages
38 Years in Business!
Open Daily 11am-9pm
Bumper Boats
Spring demonstrations of colonial life. Plant sales from local vendors. Herkimer Home State Historic Site 200 Highway 169, Little Falls Free admission www.HerkimerHomeAcademy.org
Kiddie Carts
The annual Dolgeville Violet Festival attracts over 10,000 people to the village over the three-day event.
Fort Rickey
Arcade
Discover the fun... Fun for everyone! • Petting areas,
5615 Rome-New London Rd. (Rt. 49 W.), Rome
315-339-2666 www.peterpaulrecreation.com
animal presentations, maternity ward softplay maze-tubes, • Giant tunnels, slides, ballcrawl • Exotic and native animals
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Route 49 - 3 Miles West of Rome (315) 336-1930
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St. Anthony of Padua Festival
Father’s Day Canal Fest & BBQ
Sunday, June 19, Fishing Derby 9am, BBQ at noon, Admission: $3-$6 Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum 717 Lakeport Road, Chittenango www.clcbm.org
June 10-12 Traditional food, beverages, pizza fritta, Italian novelties, pull tabs, raffles, inflatables for the kids. St. Anthony & St. Agnes Parish 415 St. Anthony Street, Utica
Whitesboro Historical Museum Grand Opening
Cincinnati Creek in Concert at Unity Hall Saturday, June 11, 8-10pm Music often featured on Mohawk Valley Living TV show! Unity Hall, Vanderkemp Ave., Barneveld Pre-sale tickets at ADK Cheese, Barneveld or online: www.unityhall.com
Eighth Annual Blacksmiths’ Gathering and Hammer-In
Saturday and Sunday, June 11 & 12. All blacksmiths invited. Demonstrations, hands on instruction for beginners, a pot luck lunch each day, camping Fort Klock Historic Restoration 7214 St. Hwy. 5, St. Johnsville www.FortKlockRestoration.org
Little Falls’ Third Thursday in June features an Art Walk including glasswork demonstrations by Harvest Moon Glass & Jewelry
Little Falls Third Thursday & Art Walk Thursday, June 16 Art displays on Main Street, live street music, yarn bombing and street art, children’s activities, free admission. www.shoplittlefalls.com
Monday, June 20, 6-8pm Live music by Strung Sideway, refreshments, and farmers market 8 Park Avenue, Whitesboro
20th Annual Herb and Flower Festival Saturday, June 18, 9am-3:30pm 50 vendors, herbal bake sale, gardening classes, $3 admission/donation Cornell Cooperative Ext. of Oneida County, 121 Second Street, Oriskany www.cceoneida.com
Wellin Kids: Ice Cream and Chalk
Friday, June 24, 2-3pm Chalk drawing, ice cream, free Wellin Museum, 198 College Hill, Clinton www.hamilton.edu
St. Francis Annual Festival June 3, 4, & 5
More than a festival! A tradition since 1927!
Food, games, rides, & entertainment. Fireworks Saturday night!
St. Francis Di Paola Society Founded March 6, 1927
152 Eighth Ave. Frankfort (315) 894-4741
The best way to enjoy beautiful Raquette Lake is from the deck of the W.W. Durant! Breathtaking scenery. Fascinating history. Scrumptious food.
More than your average bakery!
Fresh baked every day! Full dessert line: pies, cakes, breads, cheesecakes, cupcakes & more. Also serving breakfast sandwiches, lunch and dinner options including homemade soup, pizza, sandwiches, paninis, salads, and calzones. Free bakery samples every day! Customer appreciation cards with brownie points
6731 Rte. 20, Bouckville • (315) 893-8017 • Hours: Tues-Thur 8-6:30, Fri-Sat 8-7, Sun 9-6, Closed Mon
Nurture the mind, body and soul cruising and dining aboard the WW Durant on Raquette Lake. Call today to book a reservation: (315) 354-5532
Raquette Lake Navigation Co. 254 Antlers Rd, Raquette Lake, NY www.RaquetteLakeNavigation.com
Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Festival Tues., June 28 - Sat., July 3, 10am-9pm A colorful extravaganza of live music, sidewalk art, mural painting, antique autos, and more. 310 Genesee Street, Utica www.mwpai.org
MV Living Ice Cream
Kids love the mud pie sundae with “worms!” Ewww! 2005 N. James St, Rome
B&F Milk & Ice Cream
Riverside Diner
Famous for shakes! 38 Roosevelt Dr., Whitesboro
Watch the canal boats go by with a homemade gluten-free brownie and frozen yogurt 143 Marina Dr., Frankfort
Online resources for local events www.herkimercountychamber.com www.mohawkvalleyliving.com www.oneidacountytourism.com www.romenewyork.com www.thefuzemagazine.com www.thisiscooperstown.com www.uticaod.com
Kayuta Drive-In
9663 River Rd, Marcy
Wendy’s Diner
Cucina Berto
The Sidewalk Art Show at Munson WIlliams Proctor began in 1939, making it one of the area’s longest-running art exhibitions.
Papa Rick’s
Ice Cream is synonymous with summer. Check out our MVL advertisers’ ice cream offerings!
Mix it up with a Butterfingers parfait! 1717 Route 8 Cassville
West Canada Creek Campgrounds
Car shows & Woof Nites. Dogs are people too at Kayuta! 10101 Dustin Rd, Remsen
Enjoys cool treats from the Red Caboose! 12275 NY-28, Poland
The Knight’s Spot
Voss’
June’s Flavor of the month: I Scream for Cake! 264 E Main St, Frankfort
A favorite for over 78 years! Erie St, Yorkville, Ilion Marina, and at the Utica Zoo.
Oneida County Master Gardener Volunteers present
20th Annual
HERB & FLOWER FESTIVAL
Saturday, June 18, 2016, 9am-3pm Parker F. Scripture Botanical Gardens 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NY $3 Admission Donation
50 Vendors • Herbal Bake Sale Ice Cream Sandwiches Gardening Classes 2016 The Year of the Begonia
Watercolor artwork created by Gretchen Mero, Master Gardener Volunteer
Join us at the
Little Falls Cheese Festival Saturday, July 9, 2016 10am - 5pm Main Street, Little Falls, NY Enjoy booth after booth of delicious, savory local artisan cheeses and related products from New York State Live music, plays, and more… Easy access from NYS Thruway, I 90, Exit 29A free parking, free entry littlefallscheesefestival.com and on Facebook Sponsored in part by Feldmeier Equipment, Inc., Platinum Sponsor Harry & Kevin Enea Family Funeral Home, Silver Sponsor, and by Main Street First, Inc., the City of Little Falls, Little Falls Family YMCA, the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the NYS Canal Corporation
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CUCINA BERTO Restaurant IN FRANKFORT
story and photos by Jorge L. Hernández Batter up! For fried food fun and more this summertime, Cucina Berto is open for business on the canal in Frankfort and ready for the prime season. Open year-round at 143 Marina Drive, the new beach-style bistro offers traditional breaded meat, fish, cheese, veggies, and wings fare, as well as breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Specials change depending on the day of the week. The Friday of this visit, specials included a fried seafood basket of shrimp, clam strips, cod patties and fries, a mahi burger or the omnipresent Mohawk Valley staple of a haddock fish fry. It’s all the dream of Herkimer-native Robert Fiorentino. Armed with a degree in marketing from Hofstra University on Long Island, Robert says, “I love cooking, and I’ve always wanted to run a restaurant.” And so Cucina Berto was born. The word “cucina” means “kitchen” in Italian, hearkening back to Robert’s ethnic roots; “Berto” is Robert’s childhood nickname. He opened his dream at the Frankfort Marina Park last November. The environment is nautically themed, painted the navy blue and gray of the sea. Emblazoned on one wall is an elegant rendering of the restaurant’s name, complete with gold-leaf rope detail above a scroll that boasts the motto “Feed the soul, taste the passion.” Full of energy and enthusiasm at age 24, Robert is a one-man band at the eatery, serving as owner, greeter, waiter, cook, and cashier for the 22-seat room, with more space in good weather available on the deck.
Robert Fiorentino invites people to dine on the canal in Frankfort
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Connections Shop Boonville! Bulk food, honey, alpaca products, woodcrafted items, clocks, furniture & more! (315) 796-6822 139 Main St., Boonville Wed-Fri: 11-5, Sat: 9-12
Lil' Red Caboose Ice Cream
Fun Summer Nights! Sundae Sunday—Large Sundaes priced at Regular Sundae price of $4.50 Monday Night Madness—All Glaciers only $1.95 (Save 50%) Tuesday Night—”Tue” Dollar Milkshakes (5—8 pm) (Save $1.90) Wednesday Night—”Free” Sprinkles on Cones Open Monday—Friday 4pm-8pm, Saturday/Sunday 12pm-8pm
Tel: (315) 826-7390 St. Rt. 28, Poland
Lil' Red Caboose
Fun Summer
HOME STYLE COOKING
Sundae Sunday—Large Sundaes priced of $4.50• Monday Night Madness—All Glaciers on Tuesday Night—”Tue” Dollar Milkshakes Wednesday • Night—”Free” Sprinkles on Open Monday—Friday 4pm-8pm, Satur
Daily breakfast & luncheon specials Ask about our family bowling special! Tel: (315) 8125 Rt.12, Barneveld, NY St.day!Rt. 2 (315) 896-2871 Open early every 27
“I do get some help from a small group of friends, and my mom and dad,” he admits. On this visit, friend Justin Harris was at the ready by the grill and deep fryer. Indeed, Mom is also the baker and dessert maker, which on this day included individual pineapple upside down cakes or small cheese cakes with strawberry, blueberry, or chocolate topping. It’s all made at home, Robert says, and brought to the restaurant. “We offer a little bit of everything,” he adds. “It’s things I like to eat, things people like to eat, and things I thought people would like.” The owner says the current popular orders include tacos, garlic parmesan fries, and the Black, White and Blue sandwich, which comes with either a crispy fried chicken patty or burger with savory toppings like bacon, crumbly blue cheese, caramelized onions, and a special black and white sauce. Robert says he loves Cucina Berto’s location. “I like being on the water; I enjoy the marina atmosphere,” he says. He adds that he buys into the town of Frankfort’s plans to make the Marina Park a destination point. The young entrepreneur says he offers a food respite for fishermen, boaters, kayakers, canoeists, nature trail enthusiasts, bird watchers, and patrons at the marina amphitheater. Plans for the business include obtaining wine and beer licenses, and opening a take-out window that will include a small selection of ice cream choices. At Cucina Berto, it’s clear by the zest for the dream that Robert Fiorentino is not only feeding souls, but also feeding his passion. •
Owner Robert Fiorentino enlisted the help of friend Justin Harris at Cucina Berto
Robert’s mom is the baker. On this day, it was pineapple upside down cake
Cucina Berto
143 Marina Drive, Frankfort 315-717-7724 Summer hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to 8pm Sunday, 10am to 2pm Take out and catering available. DOLGEVILLE
VIOLET FESTIVAL
“I’m an artistwho loves making beautiful things to help you cherish your memories!” www.intentionegrity.com www.facebook.com/intentionegrity
Flowers, Art, Music, Crafters & Vendors!
315-520-5295 intentionegrity@gmail.com
June 10, 11, 12, 2016
Unique Garden Gift Shop! • Full service landscape company • Nursery stock, trees, perennials, hanging baskets
8442 St. Hwy 28, Richfield Springs www.melindasgardenbarn.com
Living History Street Play- Sat, 9:30am Parade- Sat, 10am Chainsaw Carving- Sat 12-5 Fireworks- Sat 10pm 5K Run- Sun, 8:30am Pooch Pageant- Sun 12:45-2 For info call:315-429-9884 Parade call: 315-527-9585
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Casler
Flower Farm Greenhouse & Gift Shop Open Daily 9-6
895 Babcock Hill Rd., West Winfield (315) 822-5135
Custom Photo Art • Wall Displays
Interior Painting by
Dennis Polanowicz Reasonable Rates • References Available
TheOwl&Moon An Eclectic Store
We want our visitors to be engaged, creative and spontaneous. The discovery process is the fun! 2398 State Hwy 80, West Burlington
607-965-0012
No Job Too Small for this “Old Guy”!
Open Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 12:30-4
315-839-5967 • 315-525-7664
www.theowlandmoon.com
Promoting a long, healthy relationship between you and your four-legged companions. Leatherstocking 607-847-9990 Veterinary Services
117 CoHwy 17, New Berlin
Service for all your large animal needs.
Marcy
Veterinary Clinic
315-570-6760
9225 River Road, Marcy
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grassy cow dairy story and photos by sharry l. whitney
Dairy farming can be a lonely business. Farmers are kept busy with long days (and sometimes nights) caring for the herd, and although cows may be quite vocal, their vocabulary is limited. Grassy Cow Dairy over the last year, however, has become a social place. A year ago this spring, Leon and Angela Atwell of Remsen started making cheese curd and invited the community in to see the process and enjoy the tasty results. Now their farm is hopping with customers (especially on fresh cheese curd Fridays) and school groups taking tours of their creamery. “I never thought we could do it,” Leon says of their new cheese-making venture. He says he always knew he wanted to be a dairy farmer, but cheese was never a part of his plans. He grew up
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on a dairy farm and learned everything about dairy farming from his parents. Leon started renting his own farm near Boonville right after graduating from Remsen Central School. Two years later, in 1997, he moved to the present farm on Prospect Road in Remsen. Grassy Cow Dairy has grown from 36 cows to about 140 milking cross-bred cows. It is a seasonal farm, drying off the cows for the winter (January to midMarch) and grazing them on grass in the summer. The couple grows all their own feed to sustain their herd during the winter months, supplemented only with non-GMO soy beans sourced from a local farmer. During the summer the cows are rotationally grazed. Every 12 hours Leon moves them to a new field of grass. “They do the harvesting for me,” Leon says. Every 30-50 days they complete the circuit around the entire farm’s pastures. When Angela met Leon in 1999, she was an accountant from Plattsburg, NY, with no experience in dairy farming, but by the time she married Leon in 2003, she had a good idea what she was get-
The Atwells attended a cheese making course at Penn State before building their creamery. Their vat was imported from the Netherlands.
The cows are grazed rotationally, being moved to fresh grass every 12 hours.
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ting into. They both have a passion for fresh food, and her background in accounting has been an asset to their business. Occasionally, Leon and Angela would make batches of cheese curd in their kitchen for fun and thought of it as a possible hobby some day. The idea of cheese-making as a business was a whim. A few years ago, however, the idea began to “curdle.” “I’ve always been impressed with farms that produce value-added products,” Leon says. After a couple visits to a farm in Lowville they started to think about it more seriously. The idea of selling a product to people, instead of just sending their milk off in a truck, was appealing to the couple. “It was a two-year decision-making process,” Angela says. They researched the process and attended cheese-making classes at Penn State. The course covered milk composition and microbiology, rennet and cheese cultures, and cheese-making principles. Over the winter of 2015 they built their creamery that included a cheese vat imported from the Netherlands. They were inspected and approved as a NYS Dairy Processing Plant in early April and made their first batch of commercial cheese curd available to their neighbors on April 17, 2015. “It’s been awesome!” Angela says of their first year in business. “People have been so encouraging. They are excited to come on Fridays to get fresh cheese curd.” It’s been a busy year of cheese-making with the help of one full-time employee and lots of help from their extended family. Leon and Angela also have been busy making cheese to support their local schools’ FFA programs. Remsen and Adirondack schools recently sold 600 pounds of cheese curd for their fundraiser. Angela regularly posts updates on their facebook page about what flavors they’re producing: horseradish chive, spicy red pepper, dilly garlic, and tomato basil. She also includes ideas for using fresh cheese curd, like using it on pizza, for macaroni and cheese, and in soups and chili. “We have found throughout this process that people have a very strong interest in where their food is coming from. They love to meet the animals,’ Angela says. “And we get to meet so many different people!” •
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story and photos by Matt Perry There’s nothing quite like entering the forest on a morning in early June. At the risk of anthropomorphizing, there’s an air of euphoria about it. It feels as if the woods, together with the inhabitants, have finally attained what they survive for all year: the chance to grow and reproduce. Everything is looking its best – the birds are donning brilliant breeding plumage. Activity abounds as the wildlife – mostly birds, burst through at irregular intervals, all in pursuit of their breeding enterprises. There’s a constant humming coming from the crown of American Basswood trees as thousands of bees patronize the cream-colored flower clusters. Conditions are rela-
tively warm and moist, and there is something of a tropical feel to the air. That is all extenuated by the exotic sounding birdsong. The music of Wood Thrushes, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks and Scarlet Tanagers regale me as I walk up the path lined by foot-high Christmas Ferns, Wood Ferns, and Lady Ferns, as well as the leaves of woodland perennials. Devoid of flowers, these spring ephemerals are now directing their energy into producing seeds. The placid scene A parent Winter Wren belies the fact that what’s going with a beak-full of on all around me is akin to hufood for its young man rush hour. Wild animals in particular are hastily going about the business of setting up and defending territories, creatA Crow body impression or a “crow angel” ing nests and feeding young. By June, the nesting season has begun in earnest for nearly all of the resident song-
birds. I see a Red-eyed Vireo collecting spider silk for its nest. For this task, she exercises great caution to avoid touching her delicate feathers to the sticky webs. After depriving the spider of its gossamer trap, she darted off with a beak-full of the substance. My eyes followed after her. I was hoping to locate a vireo nest under construction, but in a few seconds the bird had vanished into the maze of branches that populate the forest’s middle level. It never ceases to amaze me how adept birds are at navigating through such a crowded space at high speed. Their wing muscles react at lightning speed to information collected by their eyes and relayed through their brains. Allowing my eyes to be guided by the vireo paid off in an unexpected way. While
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still looking in the direction where the bird went, I caught a glimpse of a small puff of dust. It glinted momentarily in a shaft of sunlight, or I wouldn’t have seen it. I kept my binoculars trained on the site and was able to see it happen again, but this time there was a small bird associated with it. It turned out to be a Black-capped Chickadee. The bird fluttered by, dropped a beak-full of fine material, turned in midair and then flew back again. I continued observing and a minute later another pay-
load was dropped in the same space, followed by another U-turn. I walked down the trail that led downhill and into a wide ravine. There alongside a briskly flowing creek was a broken-off tree trunk only about a foot in diameter and five feet high. Toward the top of the snag was a perfectly round entrance hole – itself less than 1½ inches in diameter. The chickadee and its mate were excavating a nest cavity and they were doing it by digging it out one beak-full of wood at a time. After each scoop, they’d fly over the creek and scatter the sawdust to the air. That was what I had seen from a distance. Closer up, I could tell that the stump was fairly well rotted and the wood was soft enough for a chickadee’s tweezers-like bill to dig into. It’s likely a woodpecker had begun to chisel out this hole, but then for some reason abandoned the endeavor after only
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As I continued on the path and over the old mossy foot bridge, I could hear the song of the Winter Wren effervescing through the gorge. What this tiny bird lacks in stature, it more than makes up for with its loud and complicated song. The species thrives in cool hemlock-lined gorges and in shady woodland swamps. Their nests are often built tucked into the root ball of an overturned stream-side tree and they are not easy to find, which is, of course, the bird’s intention. The Winter Wren is smaller than its suburban cousin – the House Wren. The species is darker brown and has an even more severely cocked tail. The Winter Wren makes extremely low flights back and forth over creeks and finds much of its insect prey on or near the ground. When trying to attract mates and hold territory, males will participate in sing-offs with each other. Probably the only thing more amazing than a singing Winter Wren is two Winter Wrens simultaneously belting out their rapidly performed melodies. I once took a recording that I had made of the Winter Wren’s song and slowed it down to one-quarter tempo. Amazingly, the notes are still quite rapid even at that reduced speed. Imagine reciting the alphabet at the fasted speed you can manage. Now try it four times faster. That’s something like what the Winter Wren can do with apparently little effort. Leaving the woods is never easy, but in June it’s especially difficult given the ramped-up levels of activity and the opportunities for discovery. There are always at least a dozen things I wished I could look for or check on. If June could only be extended for another 30 days, I think I might just be able to scratch the surface. •
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say Cheese by Suzie Jones
You’ve got to love June! Flowers are blooming, song birds have returned, and blue skies mean summer vacation is just around the corner. June is also National Dairy Month, when we are all reminded to thank our dairy farmers and take advantage of the numerous benefits of drinking milk and eating cheese. The USDA’s dietary guidelines recommend consuming three servings of dairy every day. Dairy offers nine essential nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D, and potassium, all vital to the well-being of both children and adults. Dairy also plays a key role in preventing heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. National Dairy Month is also a great time to celebrate our area’s rich dairy heritage. The nation’s very first cheese factory was built in Rome by Jesse Williams in 1851. A dairy farmer himself, Jesse had been making cheese from his own milk and decided to expand, purchasing the milk from his son and other area farmers. In his first year, he was able to make five times the amount of cheese made on a typical farmstead at that time. Fellow dairymen came flocking to see how he did it. Within 15 years, there were over 500 similar cheese factories throughout New York State. Little Falls can boast of its rich dairy and cheese heritage, too, thanks in no small part to the Burrell family. In the beginning of the 1800s, the
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Burrell family operated like many area farmers—milking their cows and making farmstead cheeses. Harry Burrell (father to the famous D.H. Burrell) decided to consolidate his cheese and butter with fellow area farmers and ship it to New York City to be sold. His son D.H. Burrell made a name for himself by either inventing or perfecting many of the systems and machines used in dairy production, including the first centrifugal cream separator, pasteurizers, butter churns, coolers, cheese presses, milking machines, and silos. But do you know why June is National Dairy Month? June was first made “National Milk Month” back in 1937 to promote drinking milk and thus stimulate demand during peak production. The goal was “sales, not surplus,” meaning dairy farmers were producing more milk than was being consumed. As sweet as the tradition is, and as much as I love dedicating a whole month to thanking dairy farmers for all that they do, it seems rather antiquated. For after nearly 80 years, dairy farmers still experience times of surplus milk and low prices. In fact, for the last 12-plus months, prices have not covered the costs of making milk. When prices are this low for this long, every dairy farmer is putting off bills as long as they are able: skipping payments to the feed dealer, the minerals guy, the fuel provider. Furthermore, dairy has one of the highest debt loads of all the agricultural businesses. When you consider that 98% of dairy farms are family-owned and operated, you can begin to appreciate the stress these families are experiencing. Every farm wife I know that manages the checkbook has had little to smile about in a long, long time. My limited experience in dairy was truly humbling. On our farm, we milked for a very brief time and were able to make only a meager amount of cheese. We quickly realized our strengths and our weaknesses—and making milk was certainly the latter. We were thrilled to find dairy farmers that not only make beautiful milk, but were willing to work with us. Because our cheese and gelato business is entirely dependent
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upon these farmers’ continued success, we pay whatever price they set for their milk, based on their costs and needs as a business. Because of this experience, and because we know and love so many dairy farming friends, I’ve long admired the “Fair Trade” label you often see on chocolates or coffee. As a farmer, I appreciate the recognition that the woman growing coffee or the man cultivating cacao needs to make a living, that their ability to feed and clothe their children while feeding others is a basic right that processors, retailers, distributors and consumers can all support. I often find myself wishing dairy farmers could get a similarly recognized “fair trade milk”—a price not based on government formulas and the turbulence of the commodity market, but on the quality of their product and the need to make a basic living. I actually contacted Fair Trade and proposed the idea that processors could sign up for a program that set a minimum, fair price for quality milk in exchange for using the logo. I thought surely it would be a game-changer for dairy farmers. Sadly, Fair Trade told me there are simply not interested at this time. So, what can we do? We can thank dairy farmers by eating more cheese, drinking more milk, enjoying another scoop of ice cream. We can call our state representatives and ask them for a better system. We can ask dairy processors if they are paying their farmers a fair price. (While I think it is admirable that Chobani recently awarded its employees ownership in the company via stock, I would love to see the company pay farmers a price for their milk that reflected cost of production. It would be an industry-rattling move.) The challenges our dairy farmers face are complex, but there are small ways we can help them every day. I invite you to join the Mohawk Valley community in thanking farmers, consuming more cheese, and celebrating our area’s rich history by attending the Little Falls Cheese Festival on Saturday, July 9th from 10am to 5pm. The festival takes place on Main Street in Little Falls and features more than 20 artisan cheesemakers from the area, along with other gourmet food producers. We (Jones Family Farm) will be there with a variety of cheeses, gelato, and sorbetto. You’ll be able to meet farmers like the Atwells of Grassy Cow Dairy in Remsen or the Gaughan family of Windy Hill Goat Dairy in Cherry Valley that make cheeses with milk from their own animals. These farmers are carrying on a very long tradition of farmstead cheese production. You’ll also be able to meet cheesemakers like Cooperstown Cheese Co. and Three Village Cheese Co. that buy their milk direct from the farmer, much like Jesse Williams did in 1851. These makers, too, carry on a long tradition of working closely and directly with the dairy farmer. It will be a great day for celebrating and enjoying one of the Mohawk Valley’s greatest gifts: dairy. And you’ll get to eat lots and lots of cheese! For more information: littlefallscheesefestival.com or find them on Facebook. •
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Pea Shoots, The Sweet Spring Green Anyone Can Grow! By Denise A. Szarek
A few years back, we were at a Christmas party at Phoebe’s Restaurant in Syracuse. When dinner was served, there was a pile of tangled, undressed greens on each plate. As the dinner progressed, Bernie and I noticed that not only had everyone at the table tried the greens but, to our surprise, there were none left on any plate at the table! Driving home that evening, we both remarked about the delicious, sweet greens, with the wonderful fresh sweet pea flavor. We were surprised at how delicious they were, how much they tasted like fresh sweet peas. The next morning we Googled “pea shoots” and set out to learn how to grow and eat these nutritious greens. We now grow
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First, you will need a container. A clear plastic clamshell takeout container with drain holes in the bottom works well. You can also use a 10 x 20 seeding tray available at any garden supply store, also with drain holes. If you buy clementines in those cute wooden boxes at the grocery stores they work great as well. Basically, you need a flat container at least three inches deep. Next, you want a good quality soilless potting soil. A mix with peat, perlite, and vermiculite works best. Now fill your container with potting mix to about an inch from the top. Next, sprinkle your peas all over the soil; it’s okay if they are touching. Water your peas, but not soaking wet. Next cover with damp newspaper and water everyday day making sure the newspaper and peas are moist, not soaking wet. When seeds start to sprout in about a week or so, remove the newspaper. You will be able to start cutting your sprouts in about 2-3 weeks when they reach about two inches tall. You should get at least 2-3 cuttings off your sprouts. After that throw your soil from your tray on the compost pile and replant again. To harvest your sprouts even faster you can put your peas in a jar, add water, and soak overnight, before planting. We never think that far ahead, so we wait an extra week to harvest ours. If you have a sunny window, you can grow these greens all winter long. This is a great way to introduce kids to gardening. It’s easy; the seeds are big enough for little hands to handle. Within a couple of weeks, they have greens they can pick and eat anytime they want them, straight from the garden. Our grandkids, Tyler and Emma, head right to the pea shoots whenever they come to visit us in the greenhouse. •
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2 ½ C. mixed red and white new potatoes (or mixed fingerling potatoes) 3/4 C. diced red onion Salt and pepper to taste 2 T. whole grain mustard ¼ C. mayo Obviously, they are
delicious raw and can be added to any salad or smoothie Cut your potatoes into cubes, leaving the skin for a great nutritional boost. They on. Put in a pan of water, bring to a boil and are wonderful on a ham sandwich boil for 4-5 min. until fork tender; do not in place of lettuce. They are also overcook. Immediately place your potatoes in delicious in stir fry or tossed with an ice bath to stop the cooking process, drain pasta. But, personally, and set aside. In a small bowl mix the mayo I love them paired and mustard, blend well, salt and pepper to with potatoes. taste.* Mix the potatoes, onions, and mayo mix together. Place the pea shoots on a plate and top with the potato mixture. *For a lower fat dressing: In a small bowl, mix together 1 T. Dijon mustard, 2 T. red wine vinegar, 2 T. olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Use this in place of the mayo mixture above.
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tirpated wolves. However, in another sense we were correct, since the encounter with Coyotes represented the start of the recolonization of the Mohawk Valley by canids – or wild members of the dog family. According to the woefully incomplete historical record, prior to European settlement, the Mohawk Valley was home to a wide variety of mostly forest-dwelling wildlife. Top predators in those days were Eastern Wolves, Eastern Cougars and Black Bears. Other resident species included River Otters, fishers, bobcats, Wild Turkeys, Passenger Pigeons, Timber Rattlesnakes and beavers. A few sources make the case that Wolverines and Eastern Elk were also here, but those claims are difficult to corroborate. One thing all of these species have in common (give or take the last two) is that they were all intentionally killed off. Some, like the wolves and big cats, even had bounties placed upon them by local and state governments. The colonial period – and for
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that matter the subsequent century and one half--were dark days indeed for most kinds of wildlife. It really wasn’t until the latter part of the 20th century that the pressure on some of them began to subside and their populations were allowed to rebuild. To borrow a line from Jurassic Park, it is true that “life finds a way” and given time, wild animals find their way to habitat where they can prosper. Nature abhors a vacuum and there is a strong inclination for empty habitat to become filled by wildlife. Eventually, even without the intervention of conservation managers, a balanced ratio of predators and prey develops organically. Given the recovery of so many prey species in the environment, it was inevitable that a few wily predators would eventually push into the region and take advantage of the available resources and open habitat niches. This is why Coyotes came to the Northeast – they certainly were not intentionally introduced as some people claim. It’s also important to understand that Coyotes are not wolves, they are smaller in stature and their habits and behavior are not that similar. Even so, they are capable of filling part of
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of disease in wildlife populations and keeping the environRed-tailed Hawks scuffle over a deer carcass ment healthy. Certainly, the removal and recycling of carcasses, particularly road kill, is a dirty job and we can be glad that we have multiple species that are willing to take that off our hands. Crows, ravens, Turkey Vultures and Coyotes are among the wild animals that excel in carcass removal, and they should receive due credit for their services. Of course, deer are not always killed outright be familiar to anyone that has seen mother when hit by a vehicle. Sometimes they are dogs interact with their puppies. I was very wounded and die later in a location well fortunate to have gotten this candid view away from the road. When this happens at of these animals. As luck would have it, the nature preserve, I sometimes put a trail the mother, even with her incredibly keen camera by the carcass so I can later observe senses, had failed to detect me. The fami- the behavior of scavengers. Coyotes readily ly wasn’t startled or forced into emergency find and feed on these carcasses, although flight. After about ten minutes they simply they often don’t appreciate the presence ambled off together and headed deeper into of the camera (it may be the infrared light the woods. coming on that unnerves them). Or perhaps Generally, animals that eat carrion per- they associate these types of cameras with form a valuable role in limiting the spread the hunters that persecute them. Whatever
the reason, they are not always willing subjects in candid videos. In a short time most Coyotes – compelled by hunger--overcome their fear of the devices and behave more naturally. Thanks to the trail cams, over the course of four years, I’ve been able to collect a fair amount of video of Coyotes – some are shots of them walking on trails but most feature them feeding on carcasses. Usually only one Coyote will be seen
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the same time they pose a minimal threat to people or anything that people would be interested in. They certainly make little, if any, impact on the over-abundant Whitetailed Deer population. Almost certainly, the hunter thought he was eliminating competition for his venison and at the same time was ridding the neighborhood of a dangerous menace. He couldn’t be more wrong, for the Coyote, demonstrably, is neither of those things. I couldn’t help but think that the hunter returned home after his morning in the stand and was greeted at the door by a beloved domestic dog – an animal that shares so many of the fine attributes of its wild cousin, the very much unappreciated and misunderstood Coyote. As the land/habitat around us undergoes a recovery process; as former agricultural fields revert to forest; and as wetlands reappear and as wildlife continue to find their way to these habitats, we would be well-advised to allow a natural balance to develop between predator and prey species. This is the only route to healthy and diverse ecosystems that are self-managing. We can consider ourselves very fortunate that so
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Entrée’ Salad • Specialty Burgers • Petite Dinners • Great Sandwiches Homemade Soups and Desserts
Weekday Specials
Now Open Tues, Wed, Thurs: 4-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 12-8pm, Closed Mon
Tuesday 20” X-Lg Cheese Pizza .......$9.95
www.buffaloheadrestaurant.com
(Toppings 2.25 ea, X cheese 2.95)
Wednesday Sm Cheese & 20 Wings ... $14.95 Thursday 2 Lg Cheese ..................... $16.00
Every Day Specials
10626 North Lake Rd., Forestport, NY (315) 392-6607
WIGWAM TAVERN
NY 28, Forestport 315-392-4811
Sm Cheese & 20 Wings ....$17.95 Lg Cheese & 25 Wings .....$22.95 Lg Cheese & 50 Wings .....$32.95
Local Delivery After 4
7756 State Route 5, Clinton Located Next Door To Spaghetti Kettle www.primopizza1.com Tues-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri-Sat 11am - 10pm Sun 1pm- 8pm
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fRANKFORT
Herkimer 21 years in business!
Celebrating our 42nd Anniversary! The Palumbo Family will treat you like Royalty! Serving the “real” deal Crowley soft ice cream!
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner!
Plus
Gifford’s awardwinning hard ice cream!
Window Service & Take Out & Outside Seating!
143 Marina Dr., Frankfort • (315) 717-7724 Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Sunday Brunch (limited menu) & Ice Cream! Indoor/Outdoor seating overlooking the sparkling Mohawk River! Open: Wed-Sat:10am-8pm, Sun: 10am-2pm
Seafood & more!
Raw or cooked • Eat in or take out!
200 King St., Herkimer (315) 866-5716 Wed-Thurs 11-7; Fri 11-8; Sat Noon-7
June Flavor of the Month: “I Scream for Cake”
A bite of cake...with rainbow sprinkles...and blue buttercream frosting... AND cake batter ice cream...it’s a party in every spoonful!
The Serving Breakfast and Lunch M-F: 7am-2:30pm
Let me createFREE a WI-FI culinary experience for you!
Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor since 1974! 264 East Main Street, Frankfort, NY
Open Mon-Fri: 6am-10pm, Sat & Sun: 7am-10pm www.theknightspot.com (315) 894-4054
little falls
“At home” dinners our specialty!
by Chef Dominick Scalise
(315) 866-7669 122 W. Albany St., Herkimer
Est. 1982
Traditional French & American Cuisine Owner/Chef James Aufmuth
Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, Sat & Sun 7-4
Fine Dining • Lounge Grill Menu • Bed & Breakfast We use seasonal products from local and regional farmers and artisan producers. Serving fresh, sustainable seafood and fish.
823-3290
Breakfast, Lunch, Homemade Soups & Sandwiches and our delicious Desserts Including our Famous Cream Puffs!
Now open for our 35th year!
S. Ann St., Canal Place, Little Falls Next to Showcase Antiques
Great food served in a relaxing atmosphere.
Located at historic Canal Place, Little Falls (315) 823-1170 Serving dinner Tues-Sat at 5pm www.canalsideinn.com
Celebrating 30 Years! Serving healthy and delicious salads, grilled sandwiches, and homemade soups.
Heidelberg Bread & Café 27 draft beers on tap featuring many NY state craft beers.
518 East Main Street, Little Falls (315) 508-5156
Open Tues-Thurs 4-10, Fri & Sat 4-11, closed Sun & Mon facebook.com/CopperMooseAleHouse
3056 Rte 28 N., Herkimer (315) 866-0999
Mon-Sat: 7am-6pm, Sun: 7am-5pm Find us on Facebook!
Baking all natural breads – available throughout New York State
Little Falls
piccolo cafe
MARCY
Known throughout The Valley for hearty homemade soups, traditional Italian and zesty Mexican dishes! Check out our tempting specials on facebook every week!
Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner Wednesday-Sunday 365 Canal Place, Little Falls www.piccolo-cafe.com
MAdison-Bouckville
9663 River Rd., Marcy
Soft and Hard Ice Cream!
19 Flavors of Hard Ice Cream 33 Flavors of Soft, Flurries & Milkshakes Take Out & Delivery!
797-7709
Ice Cream window open til 9 every night!
PLUS Fresh Haddock • Giambotta Mushroom Stew • Chicken & Biscuits Meatloaf Goulash & More!
Mon-Fri: 6am-7:30pm, Sat: 6am-2pm, Sun: 7am-1pm
new hartford
HAPPY SAM’S BANQUET FACILITY and COCKTAIL LOUNGE • LOUNGE OPEN 5-9
More than your average bakery!
Fresh baked every day! Full dessert line: pies, cakes, breads, cheesecakes, cupcakes & more. Also serving breakfast sandwiches, lunch and dinner options including homemade soup, pizza, sandwiches, paninis, salads, and calzones. Free bakery samples every day! Customer appreciation cards with brownie points
6731 Rte. 20, Bouckville • (315) 893-8017 • Hours: Tues-Thur 8-6:30, Fri-Sat 8-7, Sun 9-6, Closed Mon Locally Owned & Operated
1700 North James St., Rome (315) 336-1111 Breakfast & Lunch daily 7am-3pm
Friday Happy Hour 6-8pm • Complimentary Buffet
Fish Fryy Frida ! Nights
Banquet Facility offers buffet and sit down style meals. Seating up to 250! Smaller rooms available for business meetings and personal gatherings.
At the Ramada Inn • 141 New Hartford Street, New Hartford • (315) 737-3445 WWW.HAPPYSAMS.COM
Catering Available • Homemade Desserts Every Day
2634 Genesee St., South Utica (315) 724-6795 Breakfast & Lunch daily 7am-3pm Dinner Wed - Sat 5pm-10pm
4784 Commercial Dr., New Hartford (315) 736-1363 Breakfast & Lunch daily 7am-3pm
www.raspberriescafeutica.com • Facebook: Raspberries Rome / Raspberries Utica • Kids Menu Available
New Hartford
Roll with it!
How about some fresh basil and chicken salad rolled with crunchy cashews, leaf lettuce, Roma tomatoes, fresh sliced avocado, and spicy Thai sauce rolled in a fresh tortilla?! Enjoy traditional, naturally falvored, healthy soup and entrées at Pho Ever Noodles Vietnamese Cuisine. Come try our refreshing Bubble Tea and Traditional Pho or make your own noodle soup!
Plaza 5, 8469 Seneca Turnpike • New Hartford • (315) 733-6888
Graduation Time!
Order your Sandwich & Salad Platters 624-0015
Phoenician R E S TAU R A N T Enjoy authentic Lebanese Cuisine
Full Buffet & Salad Bar served Mon-Fri 11:30-2:30 Wednesday Night Buffet 4:30-8:30 Serving Lunch & Dinner Mon-Sat Full Menu Available Mon-Thurs 11:30-9pm, Fri & Sat 11:30-10pm 623 French Road New Hartford (315) 733-2709
Rolled Sandwiches • Soups • Salads
Open Mon-Sat: 10am-9pm, Sun: 10am-7pm • Like us on Facebook! Menu and order online: www.phoevernoodles.com
8457 Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford • 315-624-0015 • Open Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5
Oneida
Father’s Day Breakfast 9am-Noon at Lakeview Restaurant!
Dinners: Mon-Sat 3:30PM-9PM, Sun 1-7PM Lunch: Wed, Thurs, Fri Open at 11:30AM
212 Main St., Oneida • 315-363-6510
Specializing in the area’s only coal-fired pizza oven!
Fruit salad, blueberry pancakes with local syrup, frittatas, scrambled eggs, homemade biscuits with sausage gravy, and grilled ribeye steak. Reservations: 361-6113
Lakeview Restaurant and Bar
Customizable catering for any size event!
Perfect atmosphere for a romantic dinner or family event.
Chesterfield’s
Open Year Round, Open to the Public!
1017 Golf Course Lane, Oneida • Only 4 miles off Rte 5 in Sherrill • 315-361-6113
Tues: 11:30am-2:30pm, Wed-Fri: 11:30am-9pm, Sat: 4-9pm • www.lakeviewrestaurantandbar.com Open: Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm, Sun 12pm-7pm
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Tuscan Oven 2184 Glenwood Plaza, Oneida • (315) 361-9900
Mon-Thurs: 11:30am-9pm, Fri: 11:30am-10pm, Sat: 12-10pm, Sun: 12-8pm
Daily lunch specials Mon-Sat
REMSEN
ROME
Brenda’s Natural Foods
Something Good & a Lot of It! www.brendasnaturalfoods.com
DRIVE-IN
Natural Food Cafe Now Open!
Open 7 days a week!
Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner
n u f r o f s u n i Jo ! r e m m u S l l aNites, Car Shows and so much more!
Featuring:
Gluten-free options and homemade soups!
Natural Groceries • Supplements • Local Foods Organic Produce & Plants
236 W. Dominick St., Rome (315) 337-0437 M-F 9:30-6, Sat 10-3
Woof
A family tradition since 1963! A local favorite for simply delicious family fare, great sandwiches, and delicious ice cream.
Champagne Brunch
Weddings
Banquets
8524 Fish Hatchery Rd, Rome, NY 13440 315-533-7710 www.deltalakeinn.com
10101 Dustin Rd (Route 12) Remsen (315) 831-5181
Try our wood fired brick oven pizzas! “Specializing in homemade fettuccine, cavatellli, gnocchi, and ziti served with our signature homemade sauces” t& Take Oeury! Deliv
Call 336-0671
615 Erie Blvd. W., Rome Open M-Thurs 11-9, Fri & Sat 11-10, Sun 4-9
Kid’s Day
Weekend Specials!
Haddock Specia Prime Rib Every Sat. ls Night!
DiCastro’s BRICK OVEN
salisbury
Sat. June 18th, Noon-5pm Bouncy House, Magicians, Pony Rides & More!
OPEN DAILY 11am-10pm End of N. Madison Street at Ridge Mills, Rome • (315) 339-2622
sauquoit Valley/Cassville
The Country Store with More!
www.countrystoreny.com
Restaurant • Ice Cream Parlor
Snacks, Beer, Pizza, Wings, Subs, Gas, Diesel, Non-Ethanol Gas, Gifts and much, much more!
2114 Rte 29, Salisbury 315-429-3224 Open 7 Days a Week
’s what ? new
Friday Fish Fry: 11:30am-8pm Voted 2nd best Fish Fry!
1/2 lb. Juicy Angus Burgers! NewSpecialty Sundaes! 32 Soft Serve Ice Cream flavors! 32 Milk Shake flavors! A Variety of Parfaits!
& Ice Cream Too! 1717 Route 8, Cassville (315) 839-5000
Open 7 Days a Week • Open 6am-8pm or later, Serving Breakfast 6am-Noon
sharon springs
utica Innovative food made with local & organic ingredients whenever possible. Exceptional service with a warm atmosphere.
Mon-Thurs 11-3, Fri-Sun 8-3 195 Main St., Sharon Springs (518) 284-2575 www.blackcat-ny.com
Celebrate Bagels. simple. fresh. delicious. breakfast • lunch espresso • pastries • cakes
Order Online @
bagelgrove.com 7 Burrstone Rd. Utica, NY 724-8015
53 Franklin Square, Utica • (315) 790-5747
Utica’s Authentic Bagelry Since 1988
Mon-Thurs:7am-8pm, Fri & Sat: 7am-11pm, Sun: 10am-2pm
bitebakeryandcafe.com
Tantal Thank izing closeGrab & sgiving Da up of Roso ’s y Go rig ht at 1 Sandwich! 73 Gen esee! NEW
Breakfast, Lunch, “Grab-and-Go!” 1st Floor Deliveries, 8am-2pm Take Out & Catering!
CAFE
COFFEE • LATTES • TEAS • ESPRESSO SANDWICHES • SOUPS • SALADS
Fresh & all natural ingredients
Your Meeting Place Private Parties & Meetings Drive Thru Open All Day
1315 Genesee Street, Utica
1256 Albany St., Utica • Parkway Drugs Plaza Mon-Fri 7am-6 pm, Sat 7am-2pm • 982-9665
Creaciones del Caribe
(Creations of the Caribbean)
Check out our weekly specials on facebook and at www.rososcafe.com
Open: Mon-Fri 9-2 185 Genesee St 2nd Floor, Utica
Luisa Martinez - chef
315 735-7676
#downtownutica
(315) 864-3057 Open 7 days a week: 9am-11pm
Stop In For Our “Savory Breakfast And Lunch Pusties”™!! Also Shop Our Pasta, Sauces, Starters, Ready To Cook Meals And Other Local Products!!
Yorkville T ry O u r S e a so n a l I t a l i a n S p e c i a l t i e s, Co o k i e s, Pa st a c i o t t i “ Pu st i e s ” & M o re ! H a n d m a d e - A l wa y s F re sh - Ne v e r Fro ze n ! Have An Upcoming Party Or Event, Contact Us For All Of Your Catering Needs!
(315) 896-2173 www.sammyandanniefoods.com Open Monday -Through- Friday 8:00AM -To- 4:00PM
KARAM’S Middle Eastern Bakery & Restaurant
Traditional Lebanese fare for breakfast & lunch! Middle Eastern Specials and Groceries Pita and Flat Bread • Spinach & Meat Pies • Baklawa
Tues - Fri: 9am -5pm, Sat: 9am - 3pm
(315) 736-1728 137 Campbell Ave, Yorkville www.karamsbakery.com
westmoreland www.knucklheadsbrewhouse.com
Knuckleheads BREW HOUSE
Homestyle American Fare From Wings to Prime Rib!
Check out our daily specials including Friday fish fry and Saturday wood smoked prime rib!
Happy hour every day 4-7pm featuring craft beers and a full bar.
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Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Open til 2am 7362 East Main Street, Westmoreland (315) 853-1351
78 years serving the Mohawk Valley! Visit our three Locations:
The Utica Zoo • Oriskany Blvd., Yorkville Ilion Marina, 190 Central Ave, Ilion
by lance and Sharry Whitney
The Utica Zoo RED PANDA ENCOUNTER people come from all over the country for the utica zoo’s red panda encounter!
There are less than 13,000 Red Pandas in the world! Two were born at the Utica Zoo last year!
Txpoby&Ro aiwgVgie al ey E lore the M h k
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go to www.uticazoo.org for more info about their many programs for kids of all ages!
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mv living
antique shopping guide Businesses Est. 1998 - Mary T. Gearhart, sole proprietor
BlackCat
Attic Addicts The Queen’s Closet
Pristine, Practical, and Priced Right!
Specializing in estate sales, large and small.
Conducted with respect and dignity. We take the pressure out of estate liquidation, moving, or downsizing. Call for a consultation:
(315) 736-9160
ANTIQUES
We’re letting the cat out of the bag!
Consignment at its Finest!
Clothing Jewelry Household Items Furniture Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm Sat: 10:30am-3pm New consignment by appointment only
22 Oriskany Blvd., Yorkville (315) 736-9160 www.thequeenclosetatticaddicts.com
Black Cat Antiques is the destination for Antique Furnishings, Vintage Clothing, Jewelry, Accessories, and Primitive Handmade Gifts!
Spring is Here!
Open Daily 10am-5pm 10242 Route 12N, Remsen
(315) 831-8644
www.backofthebarnantiques.com
14 East Main St. Earlville (315) 691-5721
Open Tues-Fri: 9-4, Sat: 9-2, Closed Sun & Mon
Bear Path Antiques A general line of quality, affordable antiques including furniture, primitives, smalls, china, and antique accessories. Open weekends (and by chance) late May-June; Open Thurs-Mon: July-October. Closed Tues & Wed
(315) 369-9970 • 13912 State Rte 28, Otter Lake
Canal House Antiques Multi-Dealer Shop
Specializing in antique furniture, glassware, jewelry, books, linens, and primitive rug hooking accessories
(315) 893-7737
Open Thurs-Tues 10-5, Closed Wed
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6737 Route 20, Bouckville, NY
ANTIQUE GALLERY 6768 Route 20, Bouckville (315) 893-7676 Open Daily 10-5 April-December www.depotantiquegallery.com
Our lovely gallery offers a full range of antiques, fine furniture, and vintage collectibles!
2016 Show Dates: June 3-5 and August 15-21
337 Genesee St., Utica (315) 738-1333 www.vintagefurn.com
Foothills
Mercantile Over 30 Vendors!
The BIG RED BARN filled with antiques & vintage pieces, collectibles, glassware, furniture, accessories. New items arriving daily. Visit our gift shop!
Open Every Day 10am-5:30pm • Closed Tuesdays • 8124 Route 12, Barneveld (315) 896-2681
Main Street Gift Shoppe
Fort Plain Antiques ANTIQUES & SALVAGE
Now In One Great New Space!
COME VISIT US IN OUR EXPANDED STORE! SHOP HOURS: Tues - Wed —12 - 4 • Thur - Fri 12 - 6 Sat 12 - 5 Also by Chance or Appointment
55 WILLETT ST., FORT PLAIN, NY • www.fortplainantiques.com 518-993-1045 • 518-332-0395
Little Falls
Newport’s Best Kept Secret for Primitive Gifts!
Antique Center
Red Barn Primitives Now Open!
More than 50 vendors on 2 floors!
Barn Stars, Candles, Antiques, Textiles, Olde Century Colors Paint, Lighting, Signs, Furniture and more! Filled with Vintage Treasures, Furniture & Four Season Finds
7431 Main St Rt. 28 Newport, NY
OPEN: Wed thru Sat 11:30am til 8pm • 315 845-8835 www.mainstreetristorante.com
Check out our popular Ristorante on site!
Over 160 Vendor booths and display cases!
Canal Place, Little Falls Open Every Day 10-5 315-823-4309 www.littlefallsantiquecenter.com
Please join us for...
An Afternoon of Jazz
at the MAM’s new “Piano Bar”
Saturday afternoon, June 25th, 1-4pm 100 E. Main St., Mohawk (Thruway Exit 30)
(315) 219-5044 www.mohawkantiquesmall.com
The Online Exchange We Can Help You Buy, Sell, and Trade Globally! Now an FFL dealer! 6338 St. Rt. 167, Dolgeville
(315) 429-5111
www.TheOnlineExchange.Net Registered user of ebay
MOHAWK ANTIQUES MALL
Picker’s Dynasty
Estate Sales & Content Liquidation Professional Stager & Organizer Curb Appeal Specialist Visit my eclectic spaces located at Little Falls Antique Center & Mohawk Antiques Mall CALL: (315) 527-5707 • www.pickersdynasty.com
Mon, Wed-Sat: 10-5, Sun: 11:30-4:30 Closed Tuesdays
The Gallery Antiques at Pinebrick A multi-dealer shop specializing in advertising, petroliana, lamps, furniture, glass, & quality smalls.
Look for our 1960s Texaco sign! (315) 893-7752
6790 Route 20, Bouckville www.thegallerycoop.com
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NEWPORT MARKETPLACE Top Notch Garden Center
ESTATE & HOUSE SALES APPRAISALS ALWAYS BUYING
THE POTTING SHED ANTIQUES
7583 Main St., Newport, NY (315) 845-8822
OVER 52 VENDORS! NEW ITEMS ARRIVING DAILY! Antiques and Vintage Re-Purposed Handcrafted Items • Unique Gifts • Honey Cheese • Holistic & Local Foods • Grass-fed Beef, Lamb & Pork Muck Boots • Seeds • Garden Accessories Statuary • Pottery • Bird Baths “Northern Grown” Shrubs and Trees • Perennials • Annuals
ALL U.S. COINS WANTED
ALSO BUYING YOUR UNWANTED OR BROKEN JEWELRY Inventory and our Estate Sale Schedule online: www.thepottingshedantiques.com
315-794-1094
Don & Nancy Hartman, 52 Oriskany Blvd., Whitesboro (Next to Kinney’s)
THRIFT SHOP
Stop by and see what kind of treasures you can find!
FOR THOSE WHO CRAVE THE UNIQUE! Open 7 Days a Week at 9am • Gift Certificates Available • Like us!
! d n u SHOWCASE o F Antiques of CNY
uuuuuuuuuuu u u u u u u u u u u u 375 Canal Place, Little falls u u next door to ann street deli u u (315) 823-1177 u u u 75 Dealers in: u u Quality Antiques, u Primitives, Furniture, u u u Art and Jewelry u u u Open 7 days 10-5 u u www.showcaseantiquesofcny.com u uuuuuuuuuuu u
A great new location! 214 Oriskany Blvd, Suite 4 Whitesboro, NY
TREASURES
LOST & FOUND CONSIGNMENT/RESALE SHOP
Vintage items, consignment & décor Daina: 272-7700, Danielle: 941-0965
Skip the tie... Come find a nostalgic gift he will treasure!
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Open 7 Days a Week: 10-4 • (315) 831-5445 • 9605 Main Street, Remsen
ernon Variety Shoppes
Antique & Variety Shoppes
5349 Route 5, Vernon (315) 829-2105 Open 10-5 every day
Located 4 miles North of Sylvan Beach
Weeden’ s Mini Mall
100 Shops Located under One Roof
8056 Route 13, Blossvale (315) 245-0458 Open 10-5 every day
Open Tues-Fri: 10-6, Sat: 10-4
Village Basement CONSIGNMENT SHOP Father’s Day is June 19th!
We BUY merchandise
Large selection of preloved clothing, furniture and accessories at fantastic prices! (315) 733-4784
Open Wed - Fri: 11-5; Sat: 10-3
70 Genesee Street, New Hartford Call for consignment terms.
A Multi Dealer Shop
Featuring 60 Dealers displaying a diverse array of antiques and collectibles.
315-337-3509 Open Daily 10-5, Closed Tuesdays
Come Spend the Day With Us! Route 233 Westmoreland, NY 1/4 mile North of NYS Thruway Exit 32 www.westmorelandantiquecenter.com
Herkimer county historical society
Christian August Dolge
Dolgeville’s “Grossvater” By Susan Perkins, Town of Manheim Historian
Christian August Dolge was born Aug. 19, 1820, in Machern, Germany, which is east of the community of Leipzig. He had very little education due to the fact his parents were poor, and was employed at an early age as a spinner in a mill, working 12-hour shifts. Dolge attended school in the evening and Sunday school. He learned the trade of piano making in Leipzig and served for five years as an apprentice. He entered the military at age 20. He was in the Third Schuetzen Battalion, stationed in Leipzig. Dolge married Auguste Von Steitz in Germany. The Dolges had six children: Henry Arthur Dolge (1845-1932), Carl Bruno Dolge (1847-1916), Alfred Dolge (1848-1922), Selma Dolge Englehardt (1855-1925), Hugo Dolge (1857-1941), and Anna Dolge Guenther (1860-1925). His wife, Auguste, died in Germany in 1875. In Alfred Dolge’s autobiography, he wrote the following: “My father, then a man of twenty-eight years of age, was one of the leaders of the Democratic Party or revolutionist, and six months after my birth he was thrown in prison condemned to be shot but finally pardoned to fifteen years imprisonment with hard labor and ball and chains.” This left Auguste Dolge to care for their three little sons, Henry, Carl, and Alfred on her own. She made a living by running a dry goods business. It was in 1854 that King Albert of Saxony was married to a Swedish princess, and in honor of the marriage he extended amnesty to all political prisoners. Christian August was pardoned by the king on June 18, 1854. Upon release from prison, he went into the business as a piano manufacturer in Germany. In the years after his release from prison, August and Auguste had three more children. Alfred Dolge was the first one of his family to leave Germany. On July 6, 1866, as
Milkshake Thursdays!
A primitive mix of new and old purposeful clutter, handmades including wreaths, dolls, ornies, grubby prims, cabinets, framed prints, bird houses, finds, signs, seasonal wares & one of a kinds!
$2.75 for regular shake
B&F
Milk Center Soft Ice Cream, Hershey’s Hard Ice Cream, Sundaes, Milkshakes, Root beer floats, Banana Splits, Coffee & Cappuccino, Bread, Milk, Lottery tickets, Groceries & More!
Open 7 days a week (315) 736-6857 38 Roosevelt Dr., Whitesboro
6170 Valley Mills St., Munnsville (315) 495-2470 Tue - Sat: 10-5, Sun: 11-4
Whether you prefer a simple private gathering, full traditional funeral, Veteran’s service, cremation, or a non-traditional service, we provide the very best in personal and professional services and have pricing for everyone’s budget.
(315) 866-1500 or (518) 568-7040 www.vincenteneafuneralservice.com vincentenea@yahoo.com
527 East Albany St., Herkimer 20 Bridge St., St. Johnsville 73
Watch Mohawk Valley Living
Celebrating Our 12th Year on TV!
Sundays on FOX33 7:30am & 11pm WUTR TV20 11:30am
All your fencing supplies at one location! Treated posts of all sizes, high tensile accessories, energizers, gates and much more.
6th Annual
CNY Fiber Festival
Featuring Local Handmade Products from Natural Fibers
June 11th & 12th 10am-5pm Rain or Shine
Admission $6, Children under 12 Free
Butternut Hill Campground Route 20, Bouckville, NY
Over 100 Vendors under cover with Yarn, Roving, Fleece and Fiber Products and Supplies Children’s Activities, Textile Roadshow with Rabbit Goody, Wheel Corral, Sheep Shearing, Dog Herding Demo
2033 Brothertown Road, Deansboro, NY 13328 (315) 841-4910 Fax: (315) 841-4649 Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm; Sat. 8-Noon • www.williamsfarmfence.com
315-750-0427 www.cnyfiber.org
Quality Work at Reasonable Prices Tour our outdoor display anytime and explore our large selection of monuments, vases, benches, mausoleums, portraits and pet markers. We also offer cemetery lettering services, restoration, cleaning, maintenance, and veteran marker attachments. Call for a free at home consultation available at-need or pre-need. Multiple marker design options available. Markers are produced in our Clinton facility by local workers.
Burdick & Enea
M E M O R I A L S 56 Utica St. Clinton (315) 853-5444 4693 State Route 5, Herkimer Mon. - Fri., 9-5pm, Sat., 9-2pm www.dwmonuments.com
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a steerage passenger aboard the ship Victoria, he headed for Castle Garden in New York City, which was the first official immigration center from 1855 to 1890. He first found work in a piano factory in New York City, but didn’t like it. He then went to New Haven, Conn. It wasn’t until the spring of 1874 that he moved to Brockett’s Bridge, NY, to manufacture felt for the piano hammers and soon began the manufacture sounding boards and moldings for pianos. Henry Arthur Dolge arrived in New York on July 30, 1867, aboard the ship Omer. Hugo arrived on May 13, 1871, on the Main. It wasn’t until Oct. 2, 1880, that Alfred’s father, Christian August, and sisters Anna and Selma boarded the ship Rhein at Bremen, Germany, and sailed to the port of New York. He joined Alfred in what was then called Brockett’s Bridge. In 1891, it was renamed Dolgeville. Christian August Dolge was known in Dolgeville as “Papa Dolge” or Grossvater Dolge. He was a kind man to all. Eleanor Franz’s book Dolge states: “The farmhouse was a little outside the village, and Grossvater found space there for a menagerie of pets – prairie dogs, coyotes, raccoons (known to the Germans as “Wash bears,” and a favorite with visitors for their endearing traits), owls, and even an eagle. Their cages lined the road below the farm, and nearby was a five-acre fenced area where deer, wild geese, peacocks, and guinea fowl were kept. Lumberjacks often brought the young of wild creatures to old Mr. Dolge, and he and his daughter Anna bottle fed many of them. Among them were two bears known as Schnippsal and Schnappsal, who followed their foster parents about the farm and even into the village, where they so frightened the horses that a den was constructed to keep them from wandering.” A blue stone wall, 15 feet high and 18 inches thick, surrounded by steel spikes eight inches apart was built to house the bears. August took a fancy to an island in the East Canada Creek with first growth pines. A wooden bridge was constructed to connect Dolge Avenue. The island was called
POHLIG
ENTERPRISES, INC.
Anna and Alfred Dolge 1868
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In 1974, Tim and Peggy Spencer Behrendt set off on an adventure. They began a new life in the woods of Cold Brook, NY, without modern conveniences like electricity or indoor plumbing. These are excerpts and reflections from Peggy’s journal chronicling their adventures. See issues 1-12 for her diaries from their first year.
1966: It’s near the end of my senior of high school and I’ve never had a date. There’s a new boy in school that I enjoy a lot, and he asks me to go to the movies. We don’t have our driver’s licenses yet, so his father drives him over to pick me up. We go to the beautiful Rome Capitol Theater for a double feature of The Man from U.N.C.L.E., a Cold War spy thriller series that I happen to hate, but I don’t care, I’m on a real date at last! His dad sits downstairs and we sit in the balcony, munching on popcorn, kidding around, and sipping orange Crush soda. We get back to my house, and as I’m getting out of the car saying, “Thank you, I had a very nice time,” I hear his father whispering, “Walk her to the door!” Okay, it wasn’t too exciting, but then he invites me to the Senior Prom! Mom stitches an elegant white dress for me and once again Alan’s father obligingly plays cab driver. We
participate in the promenade of glamorous couples around the festively decorated gym where we’ve been sweating, yelling, and running around not that many hours before in old sneakers and shorts. The band begins to play and I wonder why he isn’t asking me to dance. “I don’t know how to dance,” he apologizes, and we spend our prom date chatting with teachers and watching the other kids twirl about until his father drives us home. Tim had a pleasant time at his High School Senior Prom with a sweet, beautiful girl who was going steady with another guy in college. Since Tim was also going steady with an older girl in college they thought they could at least have a nice time together, platonically. And they were faithful. They didn’t even kiss goodnight. When Tim’s girl finally returned from college and he met her at the train station, he was mystified to see her hugging and kissing another guy “goodbye” before running over to hug and kiss him “hello.” He’d been looking forward to impressing her with the All County/All League trophy he’d been
Peg goes to the Senior Prom awarded for football, but he found out that the guy she was kissing goodbye to was a collegiate All American. So much for going steady, eh? 1985: Our son is moving back to this area from Salt Lake City so he and his young family are staying in the Children’s Cottage while they get re-established. It’s so much fun to have 8- and 4-year-old grandsons here! Since they always lived in a city before, life in the woods without electronics is quite new for them, but they find fun very quickly. Of course, they immediately get delightfully wet and muddy exploring the creek where pure water runs gently and is shallow enough to
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be safe. With shouts of encouragement, they enthusiastically chase frogs that leap away and hide so fast they can’t keep up; they ineffectually try to catch tiny, swiftly darting trout with a net; they labor industriously, moving rocks around to make miniature dams while crawdads scurry away to hide from the chaos they create. I show them caddis fly larvae that hide in
little homes of twigs they’ve stuck together, swaying in the gentle current as they crawl along sand and branches. And when the brook swells from a warm summer rain and runs more vigorously through the woodlands, they join their father in a joyful festival of bathing. They dive under their little bridge letting the current float them along, tickling the swaying ferns on the bank; they dangle from the handrail of their bridge like little monkeys, kicking water sprays high up into the trees, yelling with joyful exuberance that reverberates throughout the forest. There’s much to learn and explore. Tim makes sure there are bikes available, and we’re happy to let their dad do most of the training by pushing them along on the dirt road while they learn to balance. I can still remember the thrill of staying up by myself for the first time on a bike, rolling down the tiny slope from our house to the garage. It seemed so illogical, and scary, at first, to turn the wheel toward the way you’re tipping, instead of away. I still find bike riding delightful. We often supervise the boys while their parents go to their new jobs. Like our kids did, they wash their dishes and utensils in the creek after meals, and Todd takes up Becky’s old task (with pay) of taking mice caught in
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dren sang forth amid the clucking of hens, crows of roosters, and bellows of cattle with the steamy aroma of fermenting corn and alfalfa from the silo, as we re-arranged and rolled about among the prickly, golden hay bales, the fragrance of sunny, warm summer still emanating from the stalks. At my house, we only had a few chickens, and our dilapidated old barn was past its prime for active farm use. However, it did provide respite for stray cats, dusty spider webs, old furniture, canning jars, tools, and active children. There were rungs missing from the ladder to the loft, holes in the walls, holes in the floor of the loft, and loose floorboards that would teeter-totter, but we learned how to avoid these and spent many hours of delight in this ram-
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What happens when you take two parts Birdseed Bandits, one part New Philosophers and add equal parts of this area’s finest to add backing? You get The Old Main and this superb piece of rocking Americana. The Old Main (Seth Becker, Nash Robb and Mitch Eckler) have been laying down their original funky, rolling, country-styled folk all across New York State. Arlene is their first fulllength recorded effort, and they threw themselves completely into it. Filled with creative hooks, visual lyrics, dance floor rhythms, and strong vocal performances, Arlene is a keeper in constant rotation. Opening with the title track, an up-tempo number about a departed love, a sole guitar strums along with a punctuated bass drum and Seth’s plaintive vocals. Softly, a pedal steel (played by Patrick Strain) slides in followed by the full band, bringing the song to a somewhat joyful ending as the singer watches the birds fly by, knowing his love is flying with them. Nash assumes vocal duties on “Buffalo Kill.” A tale of the desperate and down-trodden: “Got a hand-me-down crown from the Queen of the Hill.” Another track, “Tuesday,” is the kind of tune that could make the dead get up and dance. Driven by Nash’s stand-up bass and Nick Piccininni’s fiddle, the song moves like a freight train at break neck speed. “Winding Road” is a heartfelt love song. Seth and Nash’s harmonies are perfect on this. Riding along on Seth’s mandolin and Fritz Scherz’s accordion, the song’s lasting line echoes true love, “I told you that I loved you; you said back the same.” An incredible slice of Bluegrass-inspired songwriting is found in “One Night Lovin.’” Mitch Eckler takes off with Patrick’s pedal steel barreling straight into Seth’s vocals about a one night stand that won’t stay down. Nick takes his solo with vengeance, burning the strings with his bow. Toward the end, the band breaks away to hand claps that make you, sitting at home, need to clap along, as well, before everyone comes roaring back in again. The album ends with an upbeat country tune reminiscent of Waylon Jennings’ Waymore’s Blues, entitled “Keep It Clean.” Seth’s acoustic lead playing is pure and sweet. It’s a fun track to end this fun album. Produced by legendary producer, Bob Acquaviva, The Old Main’s Arlene is 11 tracks of sonic gold. If this album doesn’t get your heart racing, your feet moving, and your ears smiling, you need to check for a pulse. It’s for fans of Bill Monroe, Mumford & Sons, Outlaw Country, The Avett Brothers, and just great, good time music! •
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Justin Parker is sort of a chameleon. He’s been a member of several bands, pursued a solo career, accomplished various instruments, been videographer/rigger/handler for a top rated wrestling organization, and puppeteer. He lives in the moment. He’s not only chased his dreams, but has managed to catch a few. From a rock/soul duo to “The World’s Loudest Condiment,” and beyond, Justin has proven over and over that if you work hard enough, wishes can come true. I’ve known Justin for some time, and have been inspired by his resilience and positive go-getter attitude. I was able to get Justin to sit down and recount a bit of his experiences and adventures. What got you interested in music? It’s one of those things that have been with me for as long as I can remember. My parents have told me of the days I was singing along to Meat Loaf or Elvis in the incoherent way children often do. I sang in the school chorus for almost my entire academic career because I had a song inside that was dying to get out, and it remains that way to this day. When I got old enough to hold down my first job, one of my first major purchases was an electric guitar. The internet was a valuable resource as I learned to read guitar tabs. Once that happened, it was off to the races. What got me involved in playing music in front of (and with) people was my time working at The Tramontane Café, where Robin Raabe and Garrett Ingraham were constantly supportive of my creative efforts. Without them, I can’t say where I’d be today, and am eternally grateful for their encouragement to do something I’d always wanted to do: write and play music. Who have been your biggest influences, musically and personally? Like most people, my musical taste has evolved with age, experience, and exposure. My dad has a pretty eclectic taste musically, so he exposed me to singer/songwriters like Harry Chapin
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playing music with others and lit a fire to continue playing. You then began a solo outing. What is your songwriting process like? Where do you draw your ideas from? Eventually, I decided that electric guitar would only bring me so far and started working on acoustic material. I went through the usual process of learning chords and stringing them together, but it was always the lyrical content I labored over most. Most songs that I write are autobiographical, an attempt to bring to life how I feel internally in a way that makes sense. There’s always plenty of song fodder in failed relationships, and I’ve got those in spades. My only release, “Patiently Anxious,” was basically a breakup record where out of one of my darkest periods, I produced something to be proud of. The band you’ve been most associated with is The Mustard Band (TMB). How did this come together? What goals did you set for this band? I met Daniel Salomon through The Tram and quickly realized he is one of the most intelligent and versatile human beings I’ve ever known. He’d seen me play a few open mic nights and offered to back me up on drums for some punk covers if I ever felt so inclined. Not long after that, I was offered a spot opening for another punk act and figured it wouldn’t make sense to have just me wailing on an electric guitar up there, so I contacted Dan. We compiled a list of songs and met to work on the material. Funny thing is, Dan didn’t own an actual drum kit; he was borrowing an electric kit he had hooked to a bunch of software. That was how we practiced--in his apartment, hooked to his computer, pumping through the system. We only had about four practices before the gig, but after walking off stage that night, we knew we were going to have some fun with this. As far as goals, the only real goal we had overall was to have as much fun as possible. There were points where we considered taking the two-headed punk experience and making it more official, but we ultimately decided against it to preserve the enjoyment. Dan and I have been playing together for about five years now and though we’ll go lengthy stretches of time without jamming, we always find ourselves on the same wavelength. Any goals we could’ve set didn’t matter because we found a friendship that bonded us to this day as brothers. By becoming versatile with the drums, you recently began a new position, holding the backbeat for Our Common Roots. Tell us how that transpired. Our Common Roots had been making waves and I’d enjoyed the music. I had heard that they needed a drummer and I inquired about
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the position, so we set a date to get us all in the same room. The first night I hung out with Ryan Flynn, Andy Soroka, and Brian Lucenti, it became clear that we were cut from the same cloth and would get along great. After one session, we knew we were going to run with this as far as possible and it became the first project I truly felt had the legs to go places. Working with other like-minded individuals will do nothing but motivate you, and I took to doing everything I possibly could to spread the word about Our Common Roots and make things happen. The other guys are constantly saying I bring energy to the group, but truth be told, they give me that energy. It’s a ton of fun and I can’t wait to see where it goes. Besides music, you have another passion, wrestling. Although you weren’t in the ring, tell us about your experiences with Squared Circle Wrestling. There is no way you have enough room in this article to accurately describe my nine years working for Squared Circle Wrestling, but it’s best left in short anyway. I got to live my childhood dream starting at age 16. Not many others can say that they not only did what they always wanted to do, but did it successfully. We trended number one on Twitter, brought in the best talent, and put on the best shows in an area starved for quality pro-wrestling. There are so many stories, but those are for another time. Where would you like to see yourself five years from now? Playing music for a living or finally breaking down and going back to school to get one of those “real jobs” everyone swears I need. Where can we catch Justin Parker next? Our Common Roots is currently the project I find myself most involved in as we try to bring our tasty jams and positive vibes to as many places as possible. Here’s our current schedule, but keep an eye on www.facebook.com/OurCR for new dates to be added as well as information on our forthcoming EP: June 4--Firehouse Saloon, Rochester, NY, with J. Schnitt and August 12-- CybercaféWest, Binghamton, NY, with J. Schnitt. Would you have any advice to those seeking a career in music or wrestling? Whether it’s music or pro-wrestling, the general principle stays the same: Stay hungry and stalk your bliss. If it makes you happy, it’s definitely worth doing. If it makes you really happy, it’s worth doing twice. • John Keller is a local musician and owns Off Center Records in Utica.
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live & local The month of June brings us to local guitarist and recording artist Molly D’Agostino. Molly is a very impressive 20 something originally from Vernon, NY. She plays lead guitar for the band Pacinello. I recently asked her to tell me a bit about herself, she said: * I’m a lead guitarist (I play PRS Guitars). I also have a solo record coming out this summer (VICI) from R&R Entertainment. * I currently play locally with national touring act Pacinello (pop rock) and a country local cover band Nothin’ Town that has some dates booked. * I’ve played shows with Pop Evil, All-American Rejects, and Teddy Geiger, to name a few. * I was taught/worked under Chris Caffery of Savage and Trans-Siberian Orchestra and also Satchel (Steel Panther). Finally, Molly had to give a shout out to people who’ve helped her along the way: * Special thanks to Joe D’Agostino (drummer), Chris Caffery, Sam Netzband, Tristan Piazzo, Rich Massuci, Erica Moss, and all the other great people of New York who have helped me get where I am. Now one may think, okay, a rock chick. Do not make that mistake: The amazing Molly has two college degrees and is an entrepreneur. She has a degree in public policy and another in legal studies/ law from SUNY Polytechnic Institute. Molly is even headed to TV for one idea. She says, “I started and own a business called Vertica Entertainment that does custom wedding song stuff. We are in the process of getting on ‘Shark Tank’ this summer; we won a qualifier
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for it. I’m also acting in a movie set to come out next year.” See, I told you: Miss Molly D’Agostino is a very special person. Besides business, gigs, and touring, check her out when she does Molly D’Agostino the National Anthem at The Utica Blue Sox baseball game on June 15. Also check out the Pacinello band on Facebook and Reverb Nation. Best of luck, Molly--you rock! Please remember that if you’re looking to check out live local music go to www.927thedrive.net and check the Live and Local calendar. To submit events you can do so there or email me at geneseejoe@927thedrive.net. Also email me if you’d like to be featured in this column. Go check out some local live music! • Listen to Genesee Joe live on 92.7FM, The DRIVE.
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Little Falls Art Walk, June 16 . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Madison-Bouckville Antique Wknd, June 3-5 . . 50 PeterPaul Recreation Park, Rome . . . . . . . 24 The Stanley, Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Town of Webb Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Utica Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Very Mary Designs, Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 View, Old Forge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 St. Francis Festival, Frankfort, June 3-5 . . . 25 Farm Equipment Clinton Tractor, Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Hobby Hill Farm, Lee Center . . . . . . . . . . 11 Springfield Truck & Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 White’s Farm Supply, Waterville/Canastota . . 96 Fencing William’s Fence, Deansboro . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Feed and Farm Needs Pohl’s Feed, Vernon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Financial Institutions Bank of Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Financial Services Turnbull Insurance, New Hartford . . . . . . . . 7 Van Meter & Van Meter, Little Falls . . . . . . . 18 Fitness & Gyms Curves, Herkimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Flooring Enjem’s Flooring America, Utica . . . . . . . . 12 Lincoln Davies, Sauquoit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Florists Clinton Florist, Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Village Florals, New Hartford . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Funeral Services Enea Funeral Service, Herkimer . . . . . . . . . . 60 Nunn & McGrath, Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Prince-Boyd & Hyatt, Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Furniture Ironwood Furniture, Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Jeff ’s Amish Furniture, Jordanville . . . . . . . . 52 Furniture Makers Custom Woodcraft, Munnsville . . . . . . . . . 80
Garden Centers and Greenhouses Aceti’s Classic Gardens Nursery, New Hartford . . 30 At Last Pottery & Plants, Poland . . . . . . . . . 89 Candella’s Greenhouses, Marcy . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Casler Flower Farm, West Winfield . . . . . . 28 D’Alessandro’s Landscaping, Frankfort . . . . . . . 52 George’s Nursery & Garden, Clinton . . . . . . . . 8 Juliano’s Schuyler Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Melinda’s Garden Barn, Richfield Springs . . . . 28 Michael’s Greenhouse, Sauquoit . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 North Star Orchards, Westmoreland . . . . . . . . . 83 Szarek Greenhouses, Westmoreland . . . . . . 23 Sheep Run Daylily, Newport . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Top Notch Garden Center, Newport . . . . . . 72 Gift Shops/Shopping Artisans’ Corner, Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Between Us Sisters, Munnsville . . . . . . . . . . 73 Butternut Barn, Richfield Springs . . . . . . . . 70 Casler Flower Farm, West Winfield . . . . . . 28 Cat’s Meow, Sherburne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Country Connections, Boonville . . . . . . . . . . 91 Fusion Art Gallery, Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Little Falls Antique Center, Little Falls . . . . 71 Main Street Gift Shoppe, Newport . . . . . . . . 71 Newport Marketplace, Newport . . . . . . . . . 72 Owl & Moon, West Burlington . . . . . . . . . 28 Pathway of Pearls, Schuyler . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Remington Country Store, Ilion . . . . . . . . 19 The Tepee, Cherry Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Golf Courses and Driving Range Beacon Golf Center, Marcy . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Brimfield View Driving Range, Clinton . . . . 22 Golf Club of Newport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Twin Ponds Golf & Country Club, NY Mills . . 50 Woodgate Pines Golf Club, Boonville . . . . . 32 Grocery/Convenience Stores B & F Milk Center, Whitesboro . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Country Store, Dolgeville . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Deansboro Superette, Deansboro . . . . . . . . 17 Meelan’s Market, Clark Mills . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Mohawk Village Market, Mohawk . . . . . . . 11 Olde Kountry Market, Vernon . . . . . . . . . . 50 Reilly’s Dairy, Inc., Sauquoit . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Hardware/Farm & Home Lincoln Davies, Sauquoit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Pohlig Enterprises, Little Falls . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Pohl’s Feed, Vernon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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Liquor Stores and Wine Trenton Station Liquor & Wine, Barneveld . . . 80 Lodging Canal Side Inn, Little Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Overlook Mansion, Little Falls . . . . . . . . . . 83 Manufactured and Modular Home Builders Leisure Village, Taberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Maple Syrup (see Produce) Massage, Therapeutic Zensations, Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Marinas Bird’s Marine, Old Forge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Meats, locally raised (see Produce) Media 92.7 The Drive WXUR, Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Weekly Adirondack, Old Forge . . . . . . . . . . 19 FOX33/WUTR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Painting Supplies Urbanik’s Paint & Wallpaper Co., Utica . . . . 33 Painting, Interior/Exterior Dennis Polanowicz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Pet Memorialization and Cremation Burdick & Enea Memorials, Clinton . . . . . . . 74 Pet Services Not Just Poodles Pet Salon, Whitesboro . . . . 17 One Paw at a Time, Whitesboro . . . . . . . . 22 Pharmacies Garro Drugs, Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Photo Organization and Scrapbooking Picture It Done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Photography Fusion Art/The Photo Shoppe, Rome . . . . . 84 Physical Therapy Inertia PT, Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Milk, local Cedar Park Farm, Springfield Center . . . . . . 56 WintersGrass Farm, Sauquoit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Pizzerias DiCastro’s Brick Oven, Rome . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Primo Pizzeria, Clinton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Monuments & Memorials Burdick & Enea Memorials, Clinton . . . . . . 74 Yorkville Memorials, Yorkville . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Pools and Spas Geraty Pools & Spa, Herkimer . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Swan Pools & Spas, Ilion & New Hartford . . 37
Motorcycle Speed/Service Center Hillside Motorcycle & Machine, Munnsville . . 9
Portable Toilets and Bathrooms Mohawk Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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