170th Madison County Fair
July 9th – 12th
A treasure hunt to find one of the four “170th Madison County Fair medallions” that will be hidden on the Madison County Fair Grounds in Brookfield.  Thursday, July 9^th-The fair kicks off with the Opening Day Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Fireman’s Pushball and a 5k run to benefit the Community Action mentoring program. Friday, July 10th is Senior Citizen Day which promises to be an exciting one with the Madison County Ag Show in the Main Events Tent with a “Focus on Fiber Fair”, a farmer’s market, a small engine antique show, a youth horse show and at the Grandstand a “pony pull” also on tap at the fairgrounds.  Youth and History Day will be celebrated on Saturday, July 11 and the $500 medallion will be placed. The Main Events Tent will be taken over by the youth groups of Madison County with hands on and interactive exhibits and shows on stage.  Saturday is also history Day. Saturday, July 11 offers something for everyone including the Focus on Fiber Fair, Small Antique Engine show, a Postal Cancellation, a Chicken Bar Barbecue, Demolition Derby and Fireworks!”  There will be entertainment every day – with  bands. Kids Bucks Show, Two by Two Zoo, Pickles the Clown and more. For more information, www.madisoncounty-fair.com .

Quilting By the Lake Quilt Show & Vendors
July 19 - 30, 11:30am - 5:30pm
@ Onondaga Community College, 4585 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215
http://www.quiltingbythelake.com/
July 19-30, 2009. 11:30am-5:30pm. Closed July 24.  July 21 & 28 also open 7pm - 9pm.  Open to the public. General admission: $6. Registered QBL participants & children under 12 are free.  Features over 100 quilts by QBL's nationally & internationally recognized faculty & students, as well as over 10 vendors including quilt shops, clothing & gifts.  31 quilting classes offered – for more info visit www.quiltingbythelake.com.  Behind the scene tours, Thursdays, July 23rd & 30th, to register call 315-255-1553.

Chesbro Family Benefit
Saturday, July 18, 2009 from 3:00pm-7:00pm
@ Pennellville Volunteer Fire Department at 3 Godfrey road Pennellville, N.Y.
The Chesbro family suffered significant losses in a barn fire. Food, beverages, raffles and much more. Please help this great family get back on their feet!  $15.00 at the door.


Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony: Beard Park, Fayetteville
Saturday, July 18 - 8:00pm
@ Beard Park, Fayetteville
www.SyracuseSymphony.org
Hear the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra in your neighborhood this summer! Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, presented by National Grid, will feature patriotic favorites, Broadway tunes, movie scores, Big Band nostalgia, swingin’ jazz, and other gems from the Orchestra’s pops and classics repertoire. This concert is FREE and outdoors. For more information please contact the Box Office at (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810 or visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org.  *In the event of inclement weather, please visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org for rain dates and/or rain locations, or call (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810


A History of Chiropractic Medicine
July 19, 2:00pm
@ Frontenac Museum, 178 Cayuga St., Union Springs, NY
Dr. Russ Ebbets will present a talk on the History of Chiropractic Medicine at the Frontenac Museum on Sunday, July 19, at 2:00.  The museum is located at 178 Cayuga St., Union Springs.  This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.  For more information, contact Linda Zach at 889-7762.


Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony: Austin Park, Skaneateles
Wednesday, July 22 - 7:00pm
@ Austin Park Pavilion, Skaneateles
www.SyracuseSymphony.org
Hear the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra in your neighborhood this summer! Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, presented by National Grid, will feature patriotic favorites, Broadway tunes, movie scores, Big Band nostalgia, swingin’ jazz, and other gems from the Orchestra’s pops and classics repertoire. This concert is FREE and outdoors. For more information please contact the Box Office at (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810 or visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org. *In the event of inclement weather, please visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org for rain dates and/or rain locations, or call (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810


Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony: Syracuse Art and Wine Festival
Thursday, July 23 - 8:00pm
@ Syracuse Art and Wine Festival, Clinton Square
www.SyracuseSymphony.org
Sip some wine, view some art, and hear some great music under the stars with the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra! Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, presented by National Grid, will feature patriotic favorites, Broadway tunes, movie scores, Big Band nostalgia, swingin’ jazz, and other gems from the Orchestra’s pops and classics repertoire. This concert is FREE and outdoors. For more information please contact the Box Office at (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810 or visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org.  *In the event of inclement weather, please visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org for rain dates and/or rain locations, or call (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810


All Creatures Great and Small
July 25th- 11am to 4pm
@ 607 N Seward Ave, Auburn, NY 13021
http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeuaowq/auburnunitariansociety.html
A Pet Fair!!!  Readings by a Pet Communicator. 11:30 AM Pet  Blessings by Rev. Stan Sears of Auburn UU Society; 1-2 PM Pond life program from Baltimore Woods: Johnathan Kresge; 12-2 PM Canine Good Citizen testing (AKC’s CGC certification); Dog Agility Demo by Max 200 Dog Equipment; Sing Alongs with Nancy Sheehe; Contests – Costume (pet & people), Art, Essays; Face Painting.  All proceeds to benefit the Fingerlakes SPCA and the AUUS.  Contact Katherine Potter at 315.567.3762


An Evening of American Folk Music with the Bottom Feeders
July 25, 7:00pm
@ Union Springs High School Auditorium, 239 Cayuga St.,Union Springs
The Bottom Feeders will present an evening of toe tapping American folk and acoustic music, laced with lots of singing, on Saturday, July 25, at 7:00PM at the Union Springs High School Auditorium, 239 Cayuga St.  This event, the third of the five part concert series “A Summer of Song,” is sponsored in part by the Frontenac Museum, the New York Council on the Arts, Cayuga Lake National Bank and the Citizen.  Tickets at $6.50, with discounts offered for students and Frontenac Museum members, as well as additional information, are available by calling the festival ticket office at 515-9438.


Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony: Emerson Park, Auburn
Wednesday, July 29 - 8:00pm
@ Emerson Park, Auburn
www.SyracuseSymphony.org
The Syracuse Symphony Orchestra is making a second trip back to Auburn this summer! Summertime with the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, presented by National Grid, will feature patriotic favorites, Broadway tunes, movie scores, Big Band nostalgia, swingin’ jazz, and other gems from the Orchestra’s pops and classics repertoire. This concert is FREE and outdoors. For more information please contact the Box Office at (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810 or visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org. *In the event of inclement weather, please visit www.SyracuseSymphony.org for rain dates and/or rain locations, or call (315) 424-8200 or (800) 724-3810


Dog Agility Competition
July 30 - Aug 2, 2009 starts 8 AM until Mid-afternoon
@ Oneida Shores Park - McKinley Ridge East, Brewerton, NY
http://www.geocities.com/cnyssc
Watch all breeds of dogs compete for fun and prizes. Bring a blanket or chair - rain or shine.  Fun for the whole family. Free admission. Food vendor will be available. For more infomation, Laurie 315-481-6307


Hip- Hop: Urban Energy
Saturdays, 11:00am-Noon
@ Dance Studio
www.communityfolkartcenter.org
Instructor: Brandon Jones. Ages: 5 – 12.  Currently Running, Day Saturday, Time: 11:00 a.m. – Noon.  Drop -in Class: $10 per session.  Call about our discount Class Card.  In this class it's alright to make noise! Come learn the latest hip-hop moves and dance to the hottest beats. Never popped, locked or even bobbed your head - it's ok! Instructor Brandon Jones will get you moving in the right hip-hop direction!  Jones will also teach students basic techniques that build strength and stamina through contemporary hip- hop movement. Students will also gain a new sense of confidence and comfort with their bodies as they learn new hip-hop dance skills.  For more information call 315-442-2230


Beginner Ballet Class
Saturdays,  10:00am-10:45am
@ Dance Studio
www.communityfolkartcenter.org
Instructor: Mary Otero… Age Group: 3 – 7, Classes Begin: June 6, Day: Saturday, Time: 10:00am - 10:45am, Drop-in Class: $10 per class.  Call about our discount Class Card.  Beginner Ballet classes include dance vocabulary, stretching, creative movement and center floor work. Emphasis is on improving balance, music awareness, alignment and strength all taught in a positive and supportive environment.  This class provides the foundation for more formal dance training and basic technique.  For more information call 315-442-2230


Hip Hop: Urban Motion Class
Thursdays, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
@ Dance Studio
www.communityfolkartcenter.org
Instructor: Brandon Jones, Age: 16 & up (Adult), Currently in Session, Day: Thursday, Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm.  Drop-in Class: $10 per class.  Popping, locking, krumping, instructor Brandon Jones will break down the lingo & the moves of the hottest old school and new school hip hop dances. A style once dismissed as a fad, reflective of an urban underground movement, is now an international phenomenon.  Breakers and hip hop choreographers have infiltrated the mainstream and the unique dance style can now be seen in prime time commercials and top rated reality dance shows. No experience required but comfortable clothes and sneakers are a must!


NORTH AREA MEALS ON WHEELS
Year around
@ 413 Church St., N. Syracuse, NY
A reminder that the North Area Meals on Wheels is continuing their year around bottle/can drive.  With the summer holidays and picnics, please save the cans and bottles.  Call Dave France 447-7658 for pick up or drop them off at the North Area Meals On Wheels' Facility, 413 Church St., N. Syracuse mornings Monday thru Friday.


WOMEN'S OPPORTUNITY CENTER
Summer Workshops
@ 901 James St., Syracuse, NY
Are you divorced, separated, widowed, a single mother or has your spouse been laid off?  Do you now need to get a job because you have lost or are about to lose your primary source of support?  Would you like to assess your skills and interests and learn more about the world of work?  The Women's Opportunity Center offers on-going help with job employability, confidence building, communication workshops, computer classes and resume assistance.  For more information on enrollment, call 446-0550.


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