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Spring Migration Fest Lineup Announced

April 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Great Swamp Conservancy news

(Town of Lenox, NY – May 2012) Attention all art lovers, nature enthusiasts, educators and conservationists: the Great Swamp Conservancy will host its 11th annual Spring Migration Nature Art Festival May 5 and 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This year, we will be featuring such acclaimed artists as Doug Jones (featured artist), Tom Lenweaver, Doug Jones, Marilyn Vona, Ken & Gerri LeRoy, Don Burke, Diane Berry, Jack & Carol Cotton, John Weeks, Barbara Barker, Christian Conner, Helga Gilbert, Theodore Richter and Claudia Loomis.

The masterpieces created by these artists are sure to rapture and delight any nature-lover’s eye. There is room for more professional artists and crafters to attend. Call (315) 697-2950 for more information.

This two-day event has an outstanding schedule of environmental and conservation programs and displays including “Talons! Birds of Prey,” the Utica Zoo-Mobile, WoodCreek Reptiles, Central New York Tractor Club, Rome Fish Hatchery live trout display, Trout Unlimited, Reynolds Game Farm live pheasant display, New York State Bluebird Society, Children’s nature nut area, quail watch, tractor wagon ride to the 60-acre wetland to view the Great Blue Heron rookery, trail walks and live acoustic music.

Join us in welcoming back spring, and honoring migratory birds. Visit our website for more information at gscincny.org, and like us on Facebook.

Filed Under: Art & Culture, Calendar of Events, Canastota, Dining & Entertainment, Environment and Nature, Lenox, Top Stories

Celebrate Spring with Visit to Art Show

April 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Hamilton Public Library news

By Vi Ransel

(Hamilton, NY – April 2012) The crowd at this year’s opening reception was larger than last year’s, perhaps reflecting our getting back to interacting with our neighbors in the warm embrace of community-based entertainments in tough economic times.

Once again, Ed Vollmer provided a mellifluous musical background, his guitar’s notes as bubbly and enveloping as a brook full of water playing its individual drops over stones in a shallow waterfall.

Although the exhibit, as usual, showcases a wide variety of artwork – as unique as Sandy McKinnons’s steer skull as canvas, as arcane as Laura Smyrski’s quilling and as every day, yet surprising, as the Lambrecht siblings’ popcorn and paper sheep – almost half the offerings are paintings – in oils, pastels, acrylics and watercolor.

Some of these were done by artists who’ve had their own successful shows at the library this past year, like Joyce Halliday-Smith and Charlotte Blanchard. Others are the artists’ personal take on nature, our village, and other people and places.

Be sure to look for the surprise in Robyin Jaycox’ watercolor “Eye of the Beholder.” And note the photographic precision and command of her craft, in particular the barn, on display in Halliday-Smith’s oil “Future Champions.”

The show also features photographers, working in both B&W and color.

Another 20 percent of the exhibit consists of crafts, the best of which are meticulously executed and entirely hand-worked – Joan Ford’s “Fancy Feather Basket,” Paula M. Curtis’ “Smocked Frock” and Susanne Farrington’s “Collander.” Crafts are also represented by jewelry makers, quilters, a wood carver, a felter, a scrapbooker, a doll maker and a textile artist.

One of the standouts, and I do mean 3-D, is Jean Deming’s “Chance Encounter at the Edge of the Forest,” composed of water-and-weather-worn pieces of “found wood” which Jean “met” and chose by chance at the forest’s edge.

This spring we also see some of the youngest artists to date, and four of them, five years old and under, treat us to a little “hand jive.” Sophia Acompora (5) has created “Trees” made of spices and silhouettes of hands. And hanging just under that forest is a flock of brightly-colored sheep by Nathaniel (3) and Kaytianne (2) Lambrecht, and Nicholas (3) Burdick, whose “Spring Lambs” use silhouettes of their hands for the sheeps’ bodies and popcorn for their wool. Sophia’s elder sister Caitlyn (7) works in clay. You can see her “Nativity Scene” in the side room.

Immerse yourself in this exhibition of your community’s creativity during the library’s regular hours.

Vi Ransel is a volunteer at the Hamilton Public Library.

Filed Under: Art & Culture, Hamilton, Hubbardsville, Libraries

Student to Participate in Exhibition

April 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment

(Earlville, NY – April 2012) The Cazenovia College Art Gallery in Reisman Hall is hosting the annual Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibitions, now through May 1. The exhibition will include work by visual communications, studio art, photography and interior design degree candidates from Cazenovia College’s Division of Art and Design.

Among them is Laura Schmitt of Earlville, a studio art major, minoring in art history at Cazenovia College. Schmitt will show her work from April 21 to 25, with a reception April 21 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Schmitt transferred to Cazenovia from SUNY Brockport, and has worked at the Tower of Fine Arts Gallery in Brockport. She has exhibited her work at Cazenovia’s 2011 Annual Juried Student Art Show; the 2010 Sketchbook Project at the Brooklyn Art Library; “Creatively Uncommon-Digital Art,” at the Drake Memorial Library (2009); and “6x6x2009,” at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center.

Schmitt has received the Emerson Scholarship in art and is currently in the All College Honors Program, Art Club and Dance Club.

“Much of my work incorporates the female figure,” Schmitt said. “I have danced my entire life, so it is only natural to me to express things through my body and to have an appreciation for the human body. Even though I use my physical self in my work, it is not necessarily to make comments about myself, but to use myself as a tool to make my art.

“I am drawn to the human body, the forms it can create and the ways in which it moves. My ideal subjects are dancers and athletes because of their incredible physical abilities and in-tuneness with their bodies. They take what the human body is capable of and push it to the extreme.”

Filed Under: Art & Culture, Cazenovia, Earlville

Noted Author to Speak on Dutch Delicacies in Cazenovia

April 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Cazenovia Public Library news

(Cazenovia, NY – April 2012) The Friends of the Cazenovia Public Library and The Friends of Lorenzo are pleased to announce the first in a series of culinary-themed educational programs this year with a discussion about the imprint of the Dutch in our culinary traditions by author Peter Rose.

Free and open to the public, “The Influence of Dutch Culture on the American Kitchen” will be held Tuesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in the Cazenovia Public Library Community Room.

Winner of the Alice P. Kenney Award for her scholarship of Dutch food history, Rose has written eight books on the Dutch in America and regional cooking of the Hudson Valley. For 21 years she appeared as a featured columnist in newspapers in New York.

Additionally, she has written for many world-renowned journals including Gourmet and The New York Times. Rose’s writings incorporate a mixture of authentic Dutch recipes and information on historic cooking techniques, such as open-hearth cooking.

At her Cazenovia appearance, Rose will speak about how Dutch cooking techniques were altered to fit early American lifestyles and the lasting legacy of Dutch culture on American cuisine. To complement Rose’s discussion, artisanal cheese maker Renate Nollen of Dutch Girl Cheese will provide a sampling of Dutch cheeses.

The Friends of the Cazenovia Public Library and The Friends of Lorenzo State Historic Site are both non-profit affiliates dedicated to promoting and supporting the various programs and activities of the Cazenovia Public Library and Lorenzo State Historic Site, respectively.

For more information, call Lorenzo at (315) 655-3200, the Cazenovia Public Library at (315) 655-9322, or visit cazenoviapubliclibrary.org.

Filed Under: Art & Culture, Calendar of Events, Cazenovia, Fenner, Libraries, Nelson

2012 TeensART Exhibit Opens Saturday

April 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

(Earlville, NY – April 2012) The Earlville Awesome House is celebrating the work of young artists in our community with its eighth annual TeensART 2012 Exhibit from April 14 through May 12.

This year eight area schools will be participating with teens from sixth grade through seniors, in a wide range of media. A public opening reception for the public will take place on Saturday, April 14 from 12 – 3 p.m. Teen solo musicians and bands will showcase at the opening!

Come visit the Earlville Opera House Galleries and the other exhibits as well. The Earlville Opera House (or Awesome House for kids) is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 to 5 and Saturday 12 to 3 and is located at 18 East Main Street in Earlville, located just off Route 12B.

For more information, call (315) 691-3550.

Filed Under: Art & Culture, Calendar of Events, Earlville, Youth

Museum to Host Blacksmith Workshop

April 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment

(Chittenango, NY – April 2012) Durand Van Doren, a professional artist blacksmith, will be presenting a Blacksmith Workshop at Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum on Sat. April 21 from 9 AM until 4 PM and Sun. April 22 from 10 AM until 3 PM.

This is an excellent hands-on introduction to a wide range of techniques, skills, materials and tools. Cost is $50 for both days, lunch is included.

For more information and to make a reservation please call 315-687-3801 or email coordinator@clcbm.org. The museum is located at 7010 Lakeport Rd., Chittenango.

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A Sense of Place: New exhibits open at the EOH Galleries

April 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A Sense of place

 

This work was created by Ted Anderson and one of the featured pieces in the Earlville Opera Houses newest exhibit, A Sense of Place.

(Earlville, NY – April 2012) What is it that makes a place unique or special? A sense of place is often written about by poets and storytellers or portrayed in art or music. The Earlville Opera House Arts Center opens two new exhibits that explore the theme through two artists. Come and see the new works in the photographs of Perhaps a Story by Ted Anderson and the drawings of Watching: U.S. and Japan by Chris Troutman.

These two exhibits open opposite the popular TeensART exhibition in the West Gallery.

The three exhibits run April 14 through May 12 and the admission to the galleries is free.

Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10am-5pm and Saturday, 12-3pm and for all EOH performances.  For more information, call 315-691-3550. The Earlville Opera House is on East Main Street in Earlville at Route 12B.

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College Students Present Annual Fashion Show

April 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment

(Cazenovia, NY – April 2012) Cazenovia College’s Fashion Program will again display the creativity of its students on the catwalk during this year’s fashion show. The theme, based on fairytales, was created by last year’s Fashion Promotion class through a trend forecasting process and was carried over for use in this year’s show.

Rather than princesses and fairies, this show is based on the dark side, so be prepared to experience your favorite fairytales in an unexpected way while viewing the work students have been perfecting since the spring of 2011.

Sponsored by Dreissig Apparel, “Lost in a Fashion Fairytale” will be held April 21 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., at Cazenovia College’s Schneeweiss Athletic Complex at the end of Liberty Street in Cazenovia. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and free for children 5 and under.

Tickets may be purchased by mail until April 11; after this they be purchased at the door.

The stage set, choreography and music choices have been developed by Cazenovia College fashion merchandising students in the Fashion Production and Management class. Students have organized and are involved in every aspect of the show, including taking the photos used as banners, creating promotional materials, and modeling the garments.

Come walk through the woods with Goldilocks, get lost with Hansel and Gretel, see the wicked witch from Snow White and many more.

For more information or to order tickets, visit cazenovia.edu/fashionshow, call (315) 655-7043, email fashionshow@cazenovia.edu or look for the Cazenovia College: Annual Student Fashion Show page on Facebook.

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Sketching Workshop Debuts

April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Oneida Public Library News

By Tom Murray

(Oneida, NY – April 2012) Adult artists, from novice to experienced, can learn sketching in pencil from direct observation in The Sketchbook, a free five-session weekly workshop taught by Carol Cotten, at the Oneida Public Library, starting Wednesday, April 25 at 1 p.m.

In the first session at the library itself, Cotten will provide sketchbooks and pencils and introduce the basic skills in drawing directly from life.

In the following sessions, held on subsequent Wednesdays at 1 p.m. through May 23, students will meet outdoors in selected locations open to the public in the immediate area to sketch en plein air, weather permitting.

By the workshop’s end, Cotten predicts, students will have completed a respectable number of drawings in their sketchbooks. She hopes some of the more experienced artists will then complete finished works in their choice of media based on their own sketches.

After the workshop, Cotten will organize an exhibit at the library showcasing the artists’ work. The exhibit will be inaugurated at a public reception Tuesday evening June 5.

The workshop is limited to 20 adults. To participate, people must pre-register at the Oneida Library, 220 Broad St., or by calling the library at 363-3050.

The workshop, which is free and open to the public, is made possible with funds from the New York Council on the Arts Decentralization Grant Program, a state agency, and the Cultural Resources Council, a regional arts council.

Tom Murray is the assistant director at the Oneida Public Library.

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Customer Appreciation Week Ends Saturday

April 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Hamilton Public Library’s eighth annual Community Art Show is now on display at the library. Pictured are some of the pieces available for viewing until the end of April.

Hamilton Public Library news

By Barb Coger

(Hamilton, NY – April 2012) Customer Appreciation Week at Hamilton Public Library continues until Saturday, April 7. There are still plenty of opportunities to view the library’s eighth annual Community Art Show, enjoy daily refreshments and use the laptops near the circulation desk.

There will be a special overnight event for teddy bears and their toy friends Thursday, April 12. Drop off a favorite stuffed animal anytime between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. that day. Toys will be well-supervised, and we are hopeful that their antics will be documented on a YouTube video.

They will be ready to be picked up between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Friday, April 13.

The next computer class will be “Digital Photo Basics” Tuesday, April 10, 3 to 5 p.m. This class is open to all, but registration is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their own cameras and laptop to class.

On Thursday, April 12, “How to Write a Business Letter with Microsoft 2010” will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon. This class is limited to just five people so register early.

A list of all scheduled classes is available at the library. We do ask that you choose the two that are of most interest to you and then you may add your name to a wait list for others. Individual assistance will be available Tuesdays and Thursdays whenever classes are not being held. Sign-up sheets are available at the circulation desk.

Don’t forget, the deadline for submitting entries for the Chenango Valley Scribes Writing contest is Friday, April 6, at 5 p.m.

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, April 10: Story Time with Guest Storyteller Diane Needham and Library Director Barb Coger, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday, April 10: “Digital Photo Basics” computer class, Hamilton Public Library, Community Room, 3 to 5 p.m. Registration required.

Thursday, April 12: “Microsoft 2010: Business Letter” computer class, Hamilton Public Library, Community Room, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required.

Thursday, April 12: Teddy Bear and Friends Overnight, Hamilton Public Library. Stuffed animals may be dropped off between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. for an overnight adventure at the library. Call for details, (315) 824-3060.

Barb Coger is director of the Hamilton Public Library. The library is usually open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please call the library at (315) 824-3060, during these hours for assistance. The book drop on Broad Street is always open for your convenience. Check the library’s Facebook page for up-to-date information about programs and special events.

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Candidates for Graduation Participate in Exhibition

April 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

(Cazenovia, NY – April 2012) The Cazenovia College Art Gallery in Reisman Hall is hosting the annual Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibitions now through May 1. The exhibition includes work by visual communications, studio art, photography and interior design degree candidates from Cazenovia College’s Division of Art and Design.

The visual communications students’ exhibition, titled “Pantone Party, an Overdose of Color,” runs from March 28 through April 10, with an artists’ reception April 5 from 4 to 7 p.m., in the gallery.

Area visual communications students exhibiting their work include Kiley A. Barr of Cazenovia. Barr is showing the branding of the Louvre Abu Dhabi.

Jonathan B. Dain of Chittenango, is showing work from his senior portfolio.

Stefanie R. Sterling of Hubbardsville created identity branding and website design for a children’s clothing store she named Sassafras Kids. Her senior portfolio and exhibition showcase her skills in identity branding, packaging design and website design, which are the areas she hopes to pursue after she graduates.

Filed Under: Art & Culture, Cazenovia, Chittenango, Education, Hubbardsville Tagged With: ,

Register Now for Writers’ Jubilee

March 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

(Morrisville, NY – April 2012) The Writers’ Jubilee is returning to the Edward R. Andrew Elementary School in Morrisville Saturday, April 28. The Jubilee is a truly unique experience for children from grade three and up, as well as adults.

Participants can expect to be inspired by attending free, mini, hands-on workshops about various types of writing, artistic techniques and styles, and by meeting and learning from favorite published authors and artists.

More than 30 presenters, consisting of authors, illustrators, news reporters, poets, publishers, composers and more will be on hand to demonstrate their techniques and experiences. The presenters are professionals and the depth, quality and popularity of this event is unmatched in Central New York.

This year’s keynote speaker is author and photographer, Steve Swinburne. Mr. Swinburne is an experienced photographer who combines his own photography with his love of writing with nature and wildlife.

Also presenting at the Writers’ Jubilee is news reporter and newly published author, Christie Casciano.

Last year, more than 200 participants from many area school districts enjoyed the event. The event will be held from 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the E.R. Andrews Elementary School in Morrisville.

Registration forms are available now from event organizer, Jessica Jacobs-Broedel by calling (315) 684-9288, e-mailing jjacobs-broedel@m-ecs.org or at m-ecs.org (look for the Writers’ Jubilee link).

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