Community Calendar

Winter Break: Arty Party Time!
February 14 – 22, 2026

This Winter Break, CMoG is throwing a big Arty Party for its 75th birthday! Join us for a week full of balloon art, one-of-a-kind art projects, hands-on design challenges, special live glassmaking demonstrations, and more.

Put on your party hat (or make one here) and get ready for a week full of surprises and fun!

Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is the most common arrhythmia in the world and affects close to 50 million people. With timely diagnosis and treatment, people with heart rhythm irregularities can live healthy lives.

Dr. Jorge Romero will discuss the importance of treating Afib and the different therapeutic strategies for rhythm control and stroke prevention. The session will also cover the latest research, technology, and what to consider when deciding on treatment options.

Speaker: Jorge Romero, MD, professor of medicine and section chief of cardiac electrophysiology at Upstate Medical University

Location: Online

Thursday, February 26, at 5:30 PM, held online
Over age 65, more than one in four people have a serious fall each year. Learn what you can do today to reduce fall risk and the complications that increase with age. The presentation covers risk factors for falls, prevention strategies, including balance and strengthening exercises, and how to make your home safer. Also, the support system Upstate provides older patients and points to consider as you look for medical care.

Speaker: Peter Jaskula, BSN, RN, ONC, Orthopedic Program Manager, Upstate Orthopedics

Monday, March 9, at Noon, held online

Helping your child have positive experiences with doctors, nurses and other health providers impacts their lifelong health. Child Life Specialists work throughout Upstate to help young patients and their families navigate their visit and treatments. Dive into the creative methods they use to meet children’s social, emotional and developmental needs and learn what you can do at home to help prepare kids for a variety of visits.

Speakers: Abby Loehrke, MA, CCLS, and Rachel Stinson, MS, CCLS, Certified Child Life Specialists, Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital

Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 PM, held online

While no one plans for a fall, it’s helpful to know what happens next. The session covers risk factors for fall-related injuries and the surgical approaches for common injuries. Learn more about treatment and long-term expectations for recovery.

Speaker: Zachary Telgheder, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, Upstate Orthopedics, Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Upstate Medical University