Jul 26 Friday
More than 80 antique and classic boats and motors will be on display in the water and on land, plus concerts, a boat parade, a photo-shoot cruise aboard the Judge Ben Wiles, children’s activities, demos, raffles and more. Awards presented in 35 categories, including the highly coveted People's Choice Award. Organized by the Finger Lakes Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society and the Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation. 3 p.m. to dusk Friday, 9 a.m. to dusk Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. More info: skaneateles.com, facebook.com/skaneateleschamber.
Cazenovia Artisans Presents:
Bob Ripley and Dave Eichorn: “Human Nature”An artistic collaboration of watercolor paintings and contemporary rustic furniture focused on our interactions with the natural world.July 1 – 31, 2024
We are excited to announce that Bob Ripley is returning to Cazenovia Artisans for the month of July. A lifelong watercolorist, Bob studied art and design at Syracuse University. His work has won national awards and is widely collected. Bob’s paintings are inspired by his outdoor experiences, field notes and photographs. Dave has been making and designing furniture for over forty years blending domestic and tropical exotic woods into a combination of contemporary and rustic form. Dave has worked with Bob on various projects over many years, but for the first time is coordinating his furniture design and inlay work with Bob’s wildlife art.
Both Artisans have spent a good deal of time fishing and hiking outdoors, and are excited to express their connection to the natural world through their work.
Join us for Bob and Dave’s artist reception Friday, July 12, 2024 from 6-8 pm. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. cazenoviaartisans.com 315-655-2225. 39 Albany Street, Cazenovia, NY 13035
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with rides and games for all ages, tasty carnival eats, and Fireworks by Grucci in the harbor on Saturday night.
Carnival admission is free.
Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $25 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Sunday and $30 on Saturday, or online before 5 pm Wed., July 24 for $75/4 wristbands. Visit the website for advance savings on ride tickets and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - midnight Friday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday. Street parking and paid parking in private lots are available.
Carnival information: 866-666-3247 or https://tinyurl.com/22rt58my
The 5-day carnival is part of the 35th annual Oswego Harborfest July 25-28 at multiple locations. Enjoy live music (Blood, Sweat & Tears, and more), children's activities and entertainment (including a performance by Peppa Pig), and a variety of vendors. Festival admission is free. Harborfest is presented by the not-for-profit Oswego Harbor Festivals, Inc. More details: https://OswegoHarborfest.com
Cultures across the world and throughout time are united in a fascination with the night sky. Humans have used stars to mark the passage of time, tell stories, build mythologies, and navigate across vast dark oceans. With powerful telescopes and a wealth of knowledge, Bob Piekiel is your tour guide to the stars and planets, revealing the secrets of the far away, inspiring us to think about how special our little green and blue ball in space is. Here is another chance to see the elusive planet Mercury. Plus, we’ll get our first look at the southern Milky Way.
This program is designed for ages 8 and up. Space is limited and online pre-registration is required. The backup date will be July 27.
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is our 2024 Summer Youth Production.
Stakes are higher than ever before as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage.
Popular youth director and Education Coordinator for BTG Ceara Windhausen returns for a 6th summer to lead the talented youth of CNY in one of the only free programs for teens during the summer. Marshall Pokrentowski joins for the first time as Music Director and Janna Kozlowski will round out the creative team as Choreographer.
Bats do many incredible tasks in their ecosystems, from eating thousands of insects to pollinating flowers and dispersing seeds. Join Naturalist Jim D’Angelo for a fascinating look into the lives of bats to discover the truths surrounding many common myths and the difficulties bats face. We will also discuss how you can help these beneficial creatures of the night. After the indoor presentation, we will take a short walk to watch bats feeding on insects over the fields. A particular bat detector instrument will also allow us to hear their echolocation calls. The program is free and open to the public.
Jul 27 Saturday
FOCUS presents an 11-week educational program for all who live or work in Onondaga County and are 18+ years old. Citizens Academy is a collaboration between the City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, and FOCUS to inform citizens about how local governments are organized and how services are funded and delivered.
Don’t miss the coolest workout of the summer every Saturday at 9 a.m. at ART NoMad, Arlo NoMad’s rooftop, for Lit&Lean, a nightlife-inspired sculpt workout that is revolutionizing the way NYC parties! Join founder Liz Lindemeier as she takes you through her signature nightlife-inspired workout set with house music playing through silent disco headphones to keep you hyped up! Come to party, get the workout and skip the hangover at ART NoMad! Tickets are $40 per person and can be purchased here: https://www.litandlean.com/classes and more information about the event and Arlo NoMad can be found here: https://arlohotels.com/happening/lit-and-lean/ Bring the vibes and the fist pumps every Saturday and see the results this summer with Lit&Lean!
Lorenzo State Historic Site is the 1807 Federal-style home of John Lincklaen, Holland Land Company agent and founder of Cazenovia. It was continually occupied by family until the property and contents were conveyed to New York State in 1968. The imprint of Lorenzo’s residents, including the enslaved people, servants, and many employees required to run the estate, can be found at every turn. Visitors to Lorenzo enjoy guided tours of the Mansion furnished with 160 years of original furnishings. Explore the Visitor Center for the history of Cazenovia, the building of Lorenzo, and an amazing carriage and sleigh display. Visit the museum shop for a unique selection of Lorenzo merchandise, books, and gift items. The last tour leaves at 4:00 pm. The grounds are open daily, year-round, from dawn until dusk to stroll through the Ellen Shipman-designed formal garden and Dark Aisle Arboretum or hike the connective trail through the 87-acre site.