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Strawberry Festival - June 17 & 18, 2022
After a two-year pandemic related hiatus, Owego’s iconic Strawberry Festival will return for two days in June to the streets of Historic Downtown Owego. The dates set for this event, dubbed “Strawberry Jubilee,” are Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18, 2022. There will be a block party on Friday evening, June 17, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm, capped off by a fireworks display. On Saturday, June 18, there will be a parade at 10:00 am, followed by entertainment, vendors, food, and even a return of the dinosaurs. The initial permits have been granted for the festival, and the committee, chaired by Pat Hansen and Wendy Post, is moving forward with the planning stages. Vendor applications are now available, and are limited to food, crafts, and activities for children. Nonprofits are welcome; participation must include one of the accept-
ed categories listed on the Vendor Application, which can be found at www.owego.org. Just click on the Strawberry and go to Vendors. You can also contact Katie Chandler at katierchandler21@ gmail.com. The festival is also seeking sponsors, as they are the ones that keep the festival alive. Funding from sponsors is used to provide security for the event, staging and tents, and free entertainment for the community and beyond. If you would like to sponsor any portion of the Strawberry Festival or for media advertising, send and email to owegomerchants@gmail.com and they will forward your email to the appropriate committee chair. As a sponsor, your name will be included on the parade banner, and in all advertising. For entertainment inquiries, email owegomerchants@gmail.com and they will forward your email to the appropriate committee chair.
“3 Wise Woodsmen” at Waterman Center - March 12 Waterman Center in Apalachin presents “3 Wise Woodsmen” on Saturday, March 12, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in the center’s auditorium. Ever wonder why two trees of the same age grow differently? Why one of the trees does well and another does not? When you are walking in the woods do you sometimes find an unusual piece that sparks your curiosity? When woodworking, do you see some piece that has some unusual texture or character that makes you stop and ponder? How do you pay honor or preserve the memory of a tree that was special in your life? Have you noticed large stands of trees dying or diseased or what invasives are lurking in your woods? Jerry Michael, Master Forest Owner with Cornell Cooperative Extension will present a brief history of our northeastern forests and the threats to their future. Ed Nizalowski, Naturalist, will share a collection of items that often have interesting and/or personal stories behind them.
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Hose Team & VFW St. Patrick’s Monte Carlo Irish themed Casino Night - March 19 in Owego
Owego VFW Post 1371 and VFW Auxiliary with Owego Hose Teams, Inc. will host a St. Patrick’s Day themed O’Monte Carlo Night on Saturday, March 19, from 7:00 to 11:00 pm, at the Owego VFW Post 1371 Hall, 207 Main Street in Owego. A donation is asked at the door but $9 is recommended. Proceeds will be split by the hosting organizations. The Hose Team will use funds to support its 1866 Amoskeag Steam Fire Engine restoration and Steamer House project. The VFW with Auxiliary uses funding for a variety of community programs to include its annual Christ-
mas Party and movie for area children. Games include Black Jack, Big Six Wheel, Beat the Dealer, Money Wheel, Chuck-of-Luck, 50/50, and Gift Certificate Raffle. Food, drink and entertainment will be provided. The St. Patrick’s Day themed night will feature a bagpiper from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, along with pictures with a live Leprechaun. DJ Tom Donovan, Jr. of Flat Rats Adventures will also be spinning your favorite tunes of today and yesteryear with a mix of Irish music. All COVID-19 protocols will be followed.
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Jeff Smith, Naturalist, will round out the presentation with information on local invasives and how they impact forests. Waterman Center is at 403 Hilton Road in Apalachin. For more information, call 625-2221 or go to www.watermancenter.org
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A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Saturday, March 5, to celebrate the opening of Grand Union Supermarket at 1145 Route 17C in Owego, site of the former TOPS Market. The Grand Union is open every day from 6am to midnight, and features an extensive variety of fresh and prepared
foods, including pizza, wraps, and rotisserie chicken. The deli has an exclusive selection of specialty cheeses, salads, and a wide variety of cold cuts. The bakery features fresh-baked desserts and customizes cakes for any occasion. A donation of $1,000 was given to the Tioga County Boys and Girls Club.
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Book Barn - March Madness March madness is happening in the Book Barn. Everything is buy one get one free - that means 2 bags of books for $5. Donations of the following are needed: nonfiction, science fiction, history, biographies, and children’s books in great condition. DVDs, audiobooks, and jigsaw puzzles are also accepted. Featured Authors This month’s featured authors are A. J. Rivers and Wendy James. Rivers is an American thriller and mystery author. James is an Australian author of crime and literary fiction. Libby Libby is the new Overdrive. The Finger Lakes System has partnered with two other systems, Pioneer Library System and the Southern Tier Library System. Now we all have all the collections of 3 systems to choose from. Just add each library system to your account in the Libby app. Ask a librarian if you need help Hoopla Hoopla is available to you with your Apalachin Library card. Hoopla has ebooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies, TV shows, music, and now magazines. http://www.apalachinlibrary.org/
Apalachin Lions Scholarships 2022 Reminder The Apalachin Lions 35th Annual Scholarship program will award $3,000 in scholarships to deserving students from the class of 2022 who live in the 13732, 13760, and 18830 Zip Codes. This covers Apalachin, Campville east to the Broome County line, and Little Meadows, PA. The scholarships are awarded to students who have made outstanding contributions in service to their community and school. Distribution of scholarships will be as follows: One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to students who attend Owego Free Academy and Vestal High School, and one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a stu-
dent who attends one of the following schools: Broome Tioga BOCES, Montrose Junior-Senior High, Seton Catholic Central High School, Ross Corners Christian Academy, and Home Schooling (LEAH). The distribution of scholarships is based on the relative numbers of students from Apalachin, Campville, and Little Meadows attending each of the schools. Information and applications may be obtained at the schools’ Guidance Office, or Vestal LEAH. Return the complete application to the Guidance Office or Vestal LEAH on or before March 29, 2022.
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The Raptor Project is back for 3 shows at Waterman on May 7. 3 Wisemen of the Woods Saturday, March 12, 1:00 pm A presentation about forests, their secrets, and their futures, will be held at the Waterman Center auditorium on Saturday, March 12, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Three Forestry experts, Jerry Michael, Ed Nizalowski, and Jeff Smith, will discuss various characteristics of forests, their health, and threats they face in today’s landscape.
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Raptor Project Saturday, May 7, 10am, Noon, 2pm The Raptor Project is back on Saturday, May 7, for 3 shows: 10:00am, 12:00 Noon, and 2:00 pm. Cost is $20 per person, $12 youth (6-12), and free for children under 5. Members will receive an email with first chance for tickets. www.facebook.com/raptorproject Rick Marsi is Coming Date & Time to be Announced Rick will discuss his newest book, “For the Love of Wetlands.” A book signing and sale will follow his presentation. A few copies of the book are available for pre-sale at the center. Apalachin Marsh A new boardwalk in the tunnel leading to the marsh has made it easier to get to the trails. New trails have been added and an updated map of the trail system has been created. Hiking Trails Open Hike Waterman’s trails from dawn to dusk daily. Waterman has ski and snow shoe rentals once snow flies. Stop in the center for details. Please be aware, because Waterman Center is a nature pre-
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Nature Store News The Nature Store now carries unique hand-crafted items by local artisans. New inventory has arrived. Along with a large line of STEAM based science sets and toys for the kids, Waterman now has adorable hand puppets, Gross bug insect puzzles, Dino egg digs, and baby plush Ted toys. For the adults, the Nature Store carries handcrafted walking sticks, jewelry, handcrafted pens, compasses, books, bird houses and feeders, and so much more. There is a limited supply of Rick Marsi’s new book, “For the love of Wetlands” as well as Waterman Calendars.
Owego Hose Team to Host Trout Derby - April 2
2021 Trout Derby Winner David Givens with a near 20-inch brown trout.
Owego, N.Y. – Owego Hose Teams, Inc. in partnership with Tioga County Anglers will host its 3rd Annual Trout Derby on Saturday, April 2. The contest for anglers of all ages will be held virtually or by checking fish in at Croton Hose Co. #3 Fire Station on Talcott Street. More than 60 anglers participated in the event last year. Registration forms for the Trout Derby will be available at the Community Shop, Scott Smith & Son, and Weaver Automotive, or register online at www.OwegoHoseTeams.com. The registration deadline with $10 fee is Friday, April 1, 2022. You must be registered to participate. Once registered, you will be provided a unique number identifier by the Hose Team. Fishing is limited to both the EAST
and WEST branches of the Owego Creek. All registrants must have a valid New York State fishing license and abide by all New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) rules and regulations. Fly, spin, & bait fishing permitted. Winners will be announced shortly after 6:00 pm on Saturday, April 2, at Company #3’s Fire Station and via Facebook Live. David Givens was the 2021 winner with a near 20-inch brown trout. Fifty percent payout from registration fees will be awarded for largest brook and brown trout (length) or $100 in each category whichever dollar amount is largest. The $10 entry fee covers both the brook and brown trout categories. Contestants participating virtually are asked to post pictures of their trout caught to the hose team Facebook page @owegohoseteams or email to owegohoseteams@gmail.com showing the trout with measuring device indicating the trout’s length and your unique number identifier. Chicken BBQ A chicken BBQ will be held in conjunction with the Trout Derby but sold separately. Pre-order your chicken dinners on the Hose Team website, emailing the Hose Team, or by calling 202494-9108. A portion of proceeds will benefit Tioga County Anglers a new not -for-profit seeking to improve Tioga County’s cold-water fisheries. Company #3’s hospitality room will also be open with their famous clam chowder free of charge for all anglers.
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Apalachin 4th Grader Honored as Top Fundraiser at Kids Heart Challenge Event APALACHIN, March 4, 2022 — Apalachin Elementary School students got active and celebrated an important cause during a fun ceremony on Friday, March 4, 2022. The American Heart Association and Apalachin Elementary are working together to make whole-body wellness a priority as students participate in Kids Heart Challenge™. At Friday morning’s ceremony, the school recognized 4th Grader Lucas Jones as the top fundraiser this year. Lucas beat his goal of raising $1,000 in memory of his twin brother Jacob who passed away shortly after birth due to heart complications. During the event on Friday, Lucas’s classmates wore stickers with Jacob’s name on them to show their support. “Lucas wants to keep his brother’s name alive,” said Jessica Jones, Lucas’s mother. “He knows Jacob is guiding and protecting him.” Lucas raised money by making videos for family and friends and posting them to Facebook. His mom said he asks everyday about who responded to his videos. Lucas’s older brother, Kaiden, raised $1,000 for Kids Heart Challenge in Jacob’s memory back in 2018, as well. This year, the school raised a total of $11,000. Funds raised by Kids Heart Challenge participants support the American Heart Association’s scientific research and outreach programs, paving the way for technological breakthroughs to improve health outcomes while creating healthier communities. Kids Heart Challenge is a more than 40-year-old program that targets improving whole-body wellness. The program
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Tioga Co. Rural Ministry’s Annual Spring Cleanup If you are 65 years of age and older and live in the Town of Owego or Apalachin, you qualify for the Tioga County Rural Ministry’s (TCRM)Annual Spring Cleanup. On Saturday, April 9, adult volunteers and some teens from our community will assist only with outside yard work, due to the pandemic. You must be available
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County Legislature Meeting - March 15 The third regular meeting of the Tioga County Legislature will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, in the auditorium of the county office building at 56 Main Street in Owego. All committee meetings and legislative worksessions will be held in the
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TEAM Tioga Welcomes New Member Tioga County Economic Development and Planning is pleased to welcome its newest staff member, Sean Lanning. Lanning started January 31 in his role as Education Workforce Coordinator. In this role, he will be working with Tioga County schools and businesses to enhance workforce opportunities for local students. “We are excited to have Sean on board,” said LeeAnn Tinney, Director of Tioga County Economic Development & Planning. “Sean is an excellent addition to our TEAM and we are looking forward to him getting to know and connecting Tioga County’s school and busi-
ness communities.” Lanning is originally from Spencer and currently resides in Waverly. He received his undergraduate degree in International Studies from Arcadia University in Pennsylvania, and is currently working on his Master’s in Public Administration from Binghamton University. He also serves as a board member for Inspire S-VE. With his background as a program coordinator for Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga, and involvement with youth in a variety of settings, Lanning is looking forward to making a positive impact in the area of workforce development in the county.
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March 1972
It's March 1972. The U.S. Senate passes the Equal Rights Amendment. A bomb explodes inside an empty TWA jetliner at Las Vegas. The bomb is believed to be part of an extortion scheme against TWA. First Lady Pat Nixon celebrates her 60th birthday. UCLA wins their sixth straight NCAA basketball title. Author Clifford Irving confesses that his “autobiography” of Howard Hughes is phony. Pioneer 10 is launched on its 21month journey to Jupiter. The Girl Scouts celebrate 60 years of scouting. The Supreme Court upholds the ban on cigarette advertising on radio and television. The Berlin Wall opens for West Berliners to enter East Berlin. In Owego, the Ti-Ahwaga Players perform “The Prisoner” in the OFA auditorium. The mayor of Johnson City says this will be the last summer for the 50-yearold CFJ swimming pool which is in need of expensive repairs. Irish folksingers The Clancy Brothers perform at the Binghamton Treadway. The Owego-Apalachin School District announces that its buses will no longer use the Court Street Bridge in Owego for the rest of the school year because the students’ parents are concerned that the bridge is not safe. A Senior Citizens Center opens at the Tioga County Boys Club in Owego. Village of Owego mayor Clyde Barnes considers closing the 35-year-old Court Street Bridge. The $7,000,000 Veterans’ Memorial Arena in Binghamton is under construction. It is expect to be completed in late 1972 or early 1973. The Apalachin Jaycees name John McRory as Outstanding Teenage Young Man of the Year. Ted Forde is runnerup. The Nichols-Tioga Jaycees select Douglas Kinney as Outstanding Teenage Youn Man of the year. Cynthia Halstead is elected mayor of the Village of Owego. She is the village’s first woman mayor. The Apalachin Lions Club holds their 16th annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Apalchin Elementary School grounds. The O-A Booster Club donates a $3,000 universal body conditioning machine to the Owego-Apalachin School District. IBM-Owego is awarded a $767,000 contract to design, make, and test com-
puters for the US Air Force’s B-1 Bomber. New York States agrees to repair Owego’s Court Street Bridge. Sunday night TV shows include “60 Minutes,” “The Wonderful World of Disney,” “The FBI,” The Jimmy Stewart Show,” “Bonanza,” “Cade’s County,” and “The Bold Ones.” Movies playing at local theaters include “A Man For All Seasons,” “The Godfather,” “Cabaret,” “Bedknobs and Broomsticks,” “Alice’s Restaurant,” “Midnight Cowboy,” “2001-A Space Odyssey,” and “The French Connection.” Top tunes include “Puppy Love” by Donnie Osmond, “Softly Whispering I Love You” by English Congregation, and “Heart of Gold” by Neil Young. We’re reading “The Winds of War” by Herman Wouk, “The Exorcist” by William Peter Blatty, and “Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee” by Dee Brown. And a 1-pound package of Nabisco Fig Newtons cost 45 cents and a package of 48 Lipton Tea bags costs 59 cents. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on February 26 to celebrate the opening of Vintage Vibes at 173 Front St. in Owego. Vintage Vibes is a new women-owned business that has trendy and affordable new and vintage items of all sizes. They also have homemade items by local artists.
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