(Madison, NY – Jan. 2012) Spring may be a few months away, but the Madison County Conservation District is already thinking green with its annual 2012 Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale. This year’s sale features a variety of trees and shrubs to fit all kinds of landscaping needs.
Many of the species are ideal for erosion control and many are attractive uses for wildlife food and cover, windscreens, shade, and privacy.
There are 27 different varieties of trees and shrubs offered along with fruit trees, strawberries, ground cover, and variety packs. All of these trees and shrubs are bare root, not balled and sold in bundles of 10 or more.
People interested in ordering can visit the district’s Web site at madcoswcd.com for an order form or can call (315) 824-9849 ext.3. Orders with cash or check payment are due by March 23, and the plants will be available for pickup April 12 at the district’s pole barn at the USDA Service Center in Madison.
Cazenovia College Honors Area Students
A number of students in Cazenovia College’s Class of 2012 completed their degree requirements in December, 2011. Among them:
Roberta L. Clarke of Chittenango will earn a bachelor of fine arts degree in visual communications at Cazenovia College’s graduation ceremony on May 12.
Stephanie R. Froelick of Canastota will earn a bachelor of professional studies degree in management, specializing in business management at Cazenovia College’s graduation ceremony May 12.
Khristyn K. Ostrowski of Bridgeport will earn a bachelor of science degree in psychology at Cazenovia College’s graduation ceremony May 12.
Area students Placed on Dean’s List
The following area students were named to the Dean’s List at Paul Smith’s College during the fall 2011 semester. Each earned a semester average of 3.3 or higher to receive this distinction:
Tessa Heintz of Canastota, John Mullins of Cazenovia, Kara Sternberg of Kirkville, Erik Palmer of Earlville and Marshall Lagoe of Sherburne.
Morley Makes Dean’s List
Ethan Morley, a senior history major of Bouckville, was named to Lycoming College’s dean’s list for the fall semester.
The dean’s list is issued at the close of each semester in recognition of superior scholarship. Students make the dean’s list if they complete at least four letter-graded courses and earn a minimum grade point average of 3.50 for the semester.
Area Residents Named to Fall Dean’s List
Dr. Stephen J. Havlovic, vice president for academic affairs at Alfred State College, has announced the Dean’s List of students for the fall 2011 semester. The following were among the over 500 students from Alfred State College who made the fall Dean’s List:
Zachary Taylor, a resident of Bouckville and Brian Klein, a resident of Madison.
Students from both the Alfred campus and the School of Applied Technology campus in Wellsville are selected for the Dean’s List if they maintain a 3.50 grade point average (GPA) out of a possible 4.0.
Morrow Added to Dean’s List
Meghan Morrow, a Junior Arts and Sciences major from New Woodstock, has been named to the University of Delaware’s Dean’s List for Fall 2011. To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a GPA of 3.33 or above for the semester.
Purdy Named to Dean’s List
Jaimie Purdy of Erieville has been named to the fall 2011 Dean’s List at Mansfield University. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must be attending the university full-time and attain at least a 3.5 GPA for the semester.
Madison County Sheriff’s Office
(Madison, NY – Jan. 22, 2012) Madison County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the scene of a motor vehicle accident at approximately 12:15 a.m. Sunday morning on East Lake Road in the town of Madison.
Deputies arrived and found a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer, operated by Marlon Pickerd, Jr., 36, of Madison, overturned. Pickerd was waiting for law enforcement arrival in the vehicle of a passerby who helped him out of the vehicle then called 911 to report the accident.
Pickerd told deputies that he was en route to his residence when his vehicle encountered an icy patch of pavement, causing his vehicle to slide off the road. Pickerd was not injured in the accident but was evaluated on the scene by Madison Fire/Rescue and Ambulance personnel.
During the on-scene investigation, Deputies conducted standardized field sobriety testing; he was transported to the Hamilton Police Department, where deputies conducted breath analysis testing, indicating Pickerd’s blood alcohol content to be .25 percent
He was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated, driving while intoxicated, speed not prudent and improper use of farm license plates. His vehicle was towed from the scene.
Pickerd was issued appearance tickets to answer the charges in Madison Town Court Jan. 30.
Pictured is Bruce Ward, architect and sponsor of a children’s feature at Hamilton Theater this fall. The Alliance Bank Children’s Matinee Series kicks off for the spring on Saturday Jan. 28 at 12:30 p.m. with Kung Fu Panda 2, sponsored by HCS Teachers’ Association. Admission is free.
(Hamilton, NY – Jan. 2012) The 2011-12 Alliance Bank Children’s Matinee Series kicks off for the spring at Hamilton Theater on Saturday Jan. 28 at 12:30 p.m. with the newly released family favorite Kung Fu Panda 2, sponsored by the HCS Teachers’ Association. Enjoy a martial arts exhibition by students from Pinney’s American Karate School before the movie!
Thanks to Alliance Bank, in partnership with individual film sponsors and campus partners, admission to all films in the series is free for children and adults. This marks the ninth year that Alliance Bank is sponsoring the children’s series.
“We are extremely grateful to Alliance Bank, and to our individual film sponsors, for making this series available to the community,” said Hamilton Theater’s Chuck Fox. He noted that nearly 3,600 children and family members from Norwich to Brookfield to Cazenovia to Oneida and all communities in between enjoyed the series last year.
Saturday children’s films feature a special highlight to complement the movie. This spring’s schedule will include animals from Spring Farms Cares, a special exhibit by Rogers Environmental Education Center and a performance by students from Joy’s Dance Studio.
The complete schedule includes: Jan. 28- Kung Fu Panda 2 (HCS Teachers’ Assoc.), Feb. 4- Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (Paul Oil Co.), Feb. 11- Tooth Fairy (Reality Check), Feb. 18- The Smurfs (Damian’s Automotive), Feb. 25- Clifford’s Really Big Movie (Nilles Ford and Mercury), Mar. 3- Megamind (Den Kelly Chevrolet), Mar. 10- The Ant Bully (Hamilton Chiropractic Health Center), Mar. 17- The Secret of Kells (Rusch’s Bar and Grill), Mar. 24- Hop (Witter Construction), Mar. 31- Happy Feet (Catania Chiropractic).
For information, visit hamiltontheater.net or call 315-824-8210.
Attorney Gerald Taylor, chairman of the Wanderers’ Rest Humane Assocaition Board of Directors (right), thanked Jennifer Scharman (left), Barbara Smith and all of the Second Chance Thrift Shoppe volunteers for their support of Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association.
Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association news
(Madison County, NY – Jan. 2012) Gerald Taylor, Esq., chair of the board of directors of Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association, thanked Barbara Smith, Jennifer Scharman and all of the volunteers of the Second Chance Thrift Shoppe at a volunteer appreciation event at the Stoneleigh Apartments in Canastota Sunday, Jan. 15.
He noted that in just three months, the thrift store raised $6,777.58 in sales and donations to support homeless cats and dogs at the shelter.
During the summer of 2011, when Jennifer Scharman discovered that other animal shelters are supported by thrift stores, she donated the use of a building at 6497 Route 20 just west of Bouckville for a similar venture. She replaced the roof and made other improvements to the building and grounds.
Barbara Smith recruited family, friends and new volunteers to join her in the management of the operation. She prepared the building, secured and displayed donated items, trained and scheduled volunteers, and promoted the store through signage, a flyer donated by Canastota Publishing and through help from the media.
Their tireless efforts paid off in many ways, with a new source of funding for the shelter, new volunteers, friends and donors, positive media coverage and a heightened profile for Wanderers’ Rest in southern Madison County.
During a three-month pilot phase from Sept. 16 to Dec. 17, the thrift store was open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. It closed for what was expected to be the worst of the winter until March 2 when it will reopen.
During the interim, new or gently used items, other than electronics and clothes, can be donated and dropped off at Wanderers’ Rest in Canastota, and volunteers can sign up to help by emailing director@wanderersrest.org.
(Hamilton, NY – Dec. 2011) Elizabeth Gillett (back row, left), President of the McNeiece Foundation, joins fourth graders from Madison Central School at Hamilton Theater for a screening of a holiday movie.
The McNeiece Foundation is a leading supporter of the theater’s Educational Programming Fund, which enables area school groups to enjoy programming at the theater at no cost.
“We are extremely grateful to the McNeiece Foundation for their leadership support of educational programming,” said Hamilton Theater’s Chuck Fox.
(Madison, NY- Dec. 2011) The Madison Central School District appointed Perry Dewey as its next Superintendent of Schools at a regular Board meeting Dec. 20.
Dewey has been employed by the Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga BOCES since 2007, serving as the principal of Career & Technical Education. He brings with him more than 30 years of experience that includes time as a classroom teacher and a college administrator.
He earned an associate of applied science degree from Alfred State College and a bachelor of science degree from Empire State College. He earned his master’s in educational leadership from St. Bonaventure University and completed the Superintendent Development Program.
“After a lengthy interview process the board narrowed the pool down to two highly qualified candidates,” said Madison School Board President William Langbein. “Both candidates did an outstanding job, and I would like to thank them for their participation and commend them on a job well done. We look forward to working with Mr. Dewey and are confident he will be a great asset to our district. We believe he has a great deal to offer both our district and community and look forward to working with him.”
Dewey was selected from a field of 18 educators. The Board of Education engaged in an extensive review of credentials and candidates, concluding recently with full-day visitations to the school by two finalists. The finalists were able to engage with school staff and community members during their visits.
A sampling of Dewey accomplishments at TST BOCES include his active participation in the development of the BOCES-wide strategic plan, overseeing the rebuilding of the heavy equipment curriculum to implement grant funding for the purchase of new equipment, establishing a National Technical Honor Society Chapter for CTE students, writing and receiving a $35,000 curriculum grant along with serving as the special education coordinator for CTE.
Prior to working at TST BOCES, Dewey was employed by Cornell University, holding multiple positions, most recently as the director of the Cornell Agriculture Outreach and Education Program. He began his career at Sherman Central School as teacher of agriculture.
Dewey is actively involved within his community. He is a member of the Dryden Rotary Club and a participant in multiple community organizations. He has received numerous state recognitions for his support of agricultural education and has multiple professional affiliations. Over the course of his career, Dewey has written and been awarded more than $400,000 in educational grant proposals.
“The Board would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who participated in this selection process,” Langbein said. “We sincerely appreciate the efforts of the community and committee members who met with both candidates and provided valuable input to the Board.”
For more information, contact Madison-Oneida BOCES District Superintendent Jacklin G. Starks, search consultant, at (315) 361-5510.
Jiles: I am a beautiful declawed long-haired boy looking for his forever home. I get along well with other cats, adults and children. I’m not too sure about dogs, but the staff here at Wanderers’ Rest could test that easily. I am one of the 12 strays of Christmas so through Jan. 1, my adoption fee is just $12.
T-Rex: Hi there! I am an active boy with LOTS of energy. I will need some basic puppy training to learn to curb my enthusiasm and focus my attention. I will need a home with older children because I can play just a bit rough. I do well with other dogs, but a home with no cats will be necessary for me. I am one of the 12 strays of Christmas, so through Jan. 1, my adoption fee will be just $12.
(Town of Lenox, NY – Dec. 2011) Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association has teamed with 3,694 animal organizations from around the world to participate in the annual Iams Home 4 the Holidays pet adoption campaign, founded by Helen Woodward Animal Center and supported by Iams.
Wanderers’ Rest, Madison County’s dedicated animal shelter, is aiming to find forever homes for 200 shelter cats and dogs during December as a part of the national goal of placing 1.5 million pets during the holiday season.
All dogs, cats, puppies and kittens adopted during Iams Home 4 the Holidays will go home with an Iams Adoption Kit. Included in each kit are information and tips to help the new parent and their furry friend get started on the right paw.
Wanderers’ Rest Thrift Store to Closes Dec. 17
(Madison, Lenox) Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association announced recently a new means of helping Madison County’s only humane association and animal shelter. Supporters are asked to help by donating new or gently used items to the Second Chance Thrift Shoppe, or by buying useful items there for their homes.
The Second Chance Thrift Shoppe has been raising funds for Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association since the middle of September; the shop will close Dec. 17 and open again in early spring.
On Dec. 16 and 17, there will be several surprise sales along with mulled cider and cookies. If you have been to the shop, come again. There are new items and sales every week. Bring a friend and spread the holiday cheer. It is all for a good cause, supporting the homeless cats and dogs at Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association.
Located at 6497 Route 20 (intersection of Routes 20 and 26), the Second Chance Thrift Shoppe is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Dec. 17.
The shop will reopen March 2 for the 2012 season.
About Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association: Founded in 1981 and celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association is an open-admission shelter dedicated to providing the highest quality care and compassion for the animals entrusted to us while leading the community in creating a more humane society. For more information, visit wanderersrest.org or call (315) 697-2796.
