The Civil War comes to the Cazenovia Library
On four Mondays beginning May 20, OASIS will conduct a class, “The Civil War: War is Hell – the Destructive Road to Reunion” from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Cazenovia Library. Tom Henry, retired social studies teacher and adjunct professor of history at SUNY Cortland, will present the class.
Caz Fitness turns 10
Local health club offers same location, same prices and many original members from a decade ago
Caz Fitness has been in the same location, with the same membership prices, for the past decade. This month, the local business that offers workout machines, yoga, boot camp and personal training classes celebrates its 10-year anniversary with giveaways for free classes and even free six-month memberships.
Horses can paint?
Cazenovia Artisans celebrating horse power through horse-made art
Cazenovia Artisans last week began its first-ever fundraising endeavor with a three-week celebration of horses in fine art and craft. While all members of the cooperative gallery and shop have some sort of horse-related art for sale during May, the centerpiece of the “HorsePower” event is a special “Moneigh” exhibit of paintings created by champion race horses, with all funds raised through their sales to go to ReRun race horse rescue organization.
‘Hillcrest’ to host CPF fundraiser
On Saturday, May 18, Linda and Brian Osborne will host a fundraiser to benefit the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation at the beautiful Jephson “Hillcrest” Estate. A Champagne Preview for patrons starts at 5 p.m., with the main event including hors d'oeuvres, wine and Empire Brewing Co. beer beginning at 6 p.m. Guests can enjoy self-guided tours of the historic main house.
CRIS to offer Medicare 101 presentation
CRIS (Community Resources for Independent Seniors) will host Blaine Longnecker, Excellus Medicare Representative, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the CRIS office, 101 Nelson St. (next to McDonald’s on Rt. 20), Cazenovia.
High school artwork on exhibit at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park
Artistic works from the portfolios of Cazenovia High School art students are now on display at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park. The exhibition, “Celebrating Creative Achievements of Cazenovia High School II,” will run from Thursday, May 2, through Sunday, May 26, in the John and Virginia Winner Memorial Art Gallery. The gallery is open from 12 to 5 p.m. every Thursday through Sunday or by appointment.
Eagle editors lauded
Editors at Eagle Newspapers were honored for their work at two recent awards ceremonies that celebrate the best journalism in Central New York and statewide.
Youth baseball and softball leagues hold opening day
The Cazenovia Baseball Softball Association celebrated its Opening Day last Saturday, May 4, at the Burton Street fields. The event began with a parade of the two softball teams and the eight baseball teams — all players from grades three through six — from the elementary school to the fields, led by a Cazenovia Fire Department truck.
State Department of Environmental Conservation Now Accepting Bids for Firewood in Chenango and Madison Counties
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is accepting bids from homeowners to cut firewood on state forests in Chenango and Madison counties. Due to the increased demand for firewood, sales will only be offered through a sealed bid auction and not by lottery. Unlike past years, there is no need to sign up in advance to participate in the bid process.
Art exhibit at public library showcases local artists, friendship
The Cazenovia Public Library Art Gallery presents “Impressions of a Friendship: Dwight Williams and Arthur B. Davies,” an exhibition featuring more than 20 pastel paintings by Dwight Williams (1856-1932) a Cazenovia landscape painter, teacher and friend to renowned American painter Arthur B. Davies (1862-1928).
Art discussion, new exhibit reception to be held May 1 at Cazenovia Public Library
Museum Curator Mary E. Murray presents “AKA The Armory Show,” and opening reception for library’s current art exhibition, “Impressions of a Friendship: Dwight Williams and Arthur B. Davies” start at 5
On Wednesday, May 1, at 7 p.m. in the Cazenovia Public Library’s community room, Mary E. Murray — Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Museum of Art, Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute in Utica — will present “AKA The Armory Show,” a discussion of the 1913 exhibition that shook America and the art world. A reception for Impressions of a Friendship: Dwight Williams and Arthur B. Davies, the library’s current gallery exhibition, will be held prior to the program on May 1 from 5 to 7 pm in the library museum.
Lorenzo to offer programs on historic fashions, period costumes
With the widespread popularity of period dramas such as “Downton Abbey,” there has been a heightened interest in historic fashions as depicted in popular culture, showcased in blockbuster exhibits and featured in historical reenactments. In tandem with this spirit, and with the support of The Friends of Lorenzo and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Lorenzo State Historic Site will be offering two free period fashion presentations this May and opening a unique exhibit centered on the dress and accessories of historical figures associated with Lorenzo.
The Oz Project Performs “The Wizard of Oz”
Lions, scarecrows and munchkins, oh my! The Oz Project presented its production of “The Wizard of Oz” last Sunday at the Palace theatre in Hamilton. Relatives and friends came to see the original stage interpretation of the story featuring children from Hamilton, Cazenovia, Ostic Valley and Madison.
Pray for America on May 2
The 62nd Annual National Day of Prayer will take place Thursday, May 2. Millions will unite in prayer at thousands of events from coast to coast. In honor of this day, the sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church of Cazenovia, 27 Albany St., will be open for prayer and quiet meditation from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 2.
Melanie melodies: Seventies icon skates on
In 1969, a sweet-voiced flower child from Queens, N.Y. named Melanie Safka performed a short solo set at the legendary Woodstock festival in the middle of a rainstorm. Now 66 years old and still going strong, Melanie will appear on Sunday, May 5, at the Catherine Cummings Theater, 16 Lincklaen St., in Cazenovia, following an opening set at 7:30 p.m. by Syracuse songwriter Larry Hoyt.
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