Cooperstown, New York — Fenimore Art Museum’s Glimmer Globe Theatre will hold open auditions for a new production of Shakespeare’s fantastical final work, The Tempest. In-person auditions will take place at Fenimore on Thursday, April 20 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Register for a time slot at FenimoreArtMuseum.org/
"Folk Music – Songs of the People" on Friday, May 19
DELMAR, NY (04/12/2023) (readMedia)-- The Mendelssohn Club of Albany will perform its traditional spring concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 19th in the New York State Education Building's historic Chancellor's Hall.
"The club is thrilled to continue our long tradition of performing at Chancellor's Hall, singing a program that blends old favorites with several fresh compositions and arrangements," said Mendelssohn Club President Claiborne Walthall. "Folk music speaks to a wide range of experiences and cultures, and we're excited to share this music with some great folks-our audience."
"Folk Music – Songs of the People" will feature a wide range of traditional folk songs and other familiar pieces. To help celebrate the arrival of spring, The Kennedys will join the club as special guests. Pete and Maura Kennedy are wonderful writers, musicians, and performers. Recognized for their harmonies and instrumental prowess, the Kennedys blend elements of country music, bluegrass, Western swing and janglepop.
Tickets for the concert are available in advance for $22, or $20 per ticket for groups of ten or more. To purchase tickets in advance, please contact tickets@mendelssohn.org for more information. Walk-in tickets may also be available.
The New York State Education Building is located at 89 Washington Avenue in Albany. The entrance to Chancellor's Hall is located near the corner of North Hawk Street and Washington Avenue. Covered parking is available one block from the State Education Building.
In keeping with another long tradition, the Mendelssohn Club will also perform at the annual Tulip Festival on Saturday, May 13.
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Interested Individuals Should Apply at wjffradio.org
(Liberty, NY) Radio Catskill, public radio for The Catskills and Northeast Pennsylvania, is seeking new Board of Trustees members to guide its mission and development.
Members of the Radio Catskill Board of Trustees contribute their time and skills to advance the mission of a public radio station that is a model of innovation, inclusion and creativity in the world of public broadcasting.
The Board of Trustees manages the Corporation and retains legal and fiduciary responsibility for its management; makes all decisions of policies; ensures compliance with Corporation for Public Broadcasting, FCC and other Federal and State requirements; sets strategic direction for the organization; and ensures compliance with Radio Catskill Bylaws.
The Board of Trustees meets approximately once a month and members are expected to serve on at least one committee and serve the organization in other capacities. Board members serve a minimum of three years and service commences in June 2023.
Interested individuals should submit the application by May 15, 2023. The application can be found here and at wjffradio.org. Inquiries may be sent to getonboard@wjffradio.org.
About Radio Catskill
WJFF Radio Catskill is an independent community voice of the Catskills and Northeast Pennsylvania. We connect listeners through locally focused and globally aware programming in order to inform, entertain, and inspire our communities, and promote understanding among people of diverse social, cultural, economic, and political backgrounds.
A FREE EPA Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Initial lead training is being offered by the Delaware County Public Health Services on April 27, 2023 at the Hamden Town Hall in Hamden, New York. Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County, an EPA accredited training provider, will be conducting the training. The RRP Initial training will start with registration and a light breakfast at 8 am and end at 4:45 pm. Lunch and all training materials will be provided.
There is no charge for the EPA lead training however pre-registration is required at: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201
For more information, contact Al at ARK249@cornell.edu or (518) 765-3529 or Diane at DFP46@cornell.edu or (518) 765-3512.
Funding for the EPA Renovator training is provided by the Delaware County Public Health Services, www.delwarecountypublichealth.com 607 832 5200
MENU FOR WEEK OF: May 29 – June 2, 2023
MONDAY – MEMORIAL DAY: Main office & all senior nutrition sites closed
Remember to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
TUESDAY – Lemon Pepper Fish, Au Gratin Potatoes, Carrots, and Butterscotch Pudding
WEDNESDAY – Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Bake, Green Beans, Applesauce, and Cookies
THURSDAY – Meatball Sub, Monaco Vegetable Mix, Italian Pasta Salad, and Fresh Fruit
FRIDAY – Cranberry Chicken Salad, Marinated Carrots, Mixed Greens, Macaroni Salad & Fresh Fruit
MENU FOR WEEK OF: June 5 – 9, 2023
MONDAY – Macaroni & Cheese, 3 Bean Salad, Stewed Tomatoes, and Tropical Fruit
TUESDAY – Pork Chop w/ gravy, Applesauce, Peas & Carrots, Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Fruited Jell-O
WEDNESDAY – Tortellini, Sausage, Spinach and Chocolate Mousse w/Whipped Topping
THURSDAY – American Cheeseburger, Corn & Carrot Medley, Cold Beet Salad and Fresh Fruit
FRIDAY – Chicken & Biscuits w/ gravy, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, and Fresh Fruit
MENU FOR WEEK OF: June 12 – 16, 2023
MONDAY – Chicken Divan, Tuscan Vegetables, White Rice and Fruit Cocktail
TUESDAY – Baked Salmon w/ Dill Sauce, Broccoli, Scalloped Potatoes and Mandarin Oranges w/ Pineapple
WEDNESDAY – Chicken Parmesan, Italian Mixed Vegetables, Rotini Pasta and Cheesecake w/ Strawberry Sauce
THURSDAY – Meatloaf w/gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Monaco Vegetable Mix and Fresh Fruit
FRIDAY – Chef Salad w/ Ham & Swiss, 3 Bean Salad, Macaroni Salad and Yogurt Parfait w/ Fresh Berries
MENU FOR WEEK OF: June 19 – 23, 2023
MONDAY – Fish Florentine, Prune Juice, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli and Fruit Cup
TUESDAY – Salisbury Steak w/ Onion Gravy, Au Gratin Potatoes, Corn and Pears
WEDNESDAY – BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: Stuffed Peppers, Brussel Sprouts and Chocolate Cake
THURSDAY – Knockwurst w/ Sauerkraut*, Carrots, Baked Beans and Strawberry Shortcake * Low Sodium Diet Subst: BBQ Chicken
FRIDAY – Tuna Macaroni Salad over Mixed Greens, Cucumbers & Tomatoes, Coleslaw and Fresh Fruit
MENU FOR WEEK OF: June 26 – June 30, 2023
MONDAY – Sweet & Sour Chicken, Oriental Mixed Vegetables, White Rice and Peaches
TUESDAY – Baked Ziti, Italian Vegetables, Applesauce and Cookies
WEDNESDAY – French Onion Chicken Bake, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Lemon Pudding
THURSDAY – Roast Turkey w/ Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Stuffing and Cherry Bars
FRIDAY – Shrimp Scampi, Tossed Salad, Spinach, Linguini and Fresh Fruit
Dates: Sundays, Apr 30, May 7, June 4, & June 11
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: The Welcome Center
Registration: Members and nonmembers: $5
Nature writing is the opportunity to connect in new ways with the natural world. For centuries, writers have composed poems, stories, essays, and journals to explore, celebrate, and analyze nature. Through writing, we form what we want to say and, by saying it, we learn about ourselves, about others, about plants, and about the world. Together we will explore creative exercises and inspiring texts to have fun with words and our thoughts and insights in a guided, friendly natural environment. Bring your notebook or journal.
These workshops are open to writers of all levels. Classes meet on April 30, May 7, June 4, and June 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. You may register for one or all classes; please complete registration for each session you wish to attend.
Instructor: Gert Coleman, writer, herbalist, and plant enthusiast
Location: The Welcome Center
New Picnic Amenities at Upper and Lower Reservoir Available
NORTH BLENHEIM—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has opened the lower and upper reservoirs for the season to recreational boating at the Blenheim-Gilboa (B-G) Pumped Storage Power Project. Both fishing areas were recently enhanced with picnic tables and portable bathrooms for the convenience of the boating and fishing communities.
Use of the upper reservoir is limited to rowboats, canoes, stand-up paddleboards and kayaks only—with or without electric-trolling motors. Gasoline-powered engines and sailboats are prohibited on the upper reservoir. Recreational craft, including rowboats or canoes, with or without-electric trolling motors and boats with gas-powered may be used in the lower reservoir.
The public fishing access along the Schoharie Creek just below the lower reservoir is currently open.
For access to the upper reservoir, boaters are required to stop at the south gate on Valenti Road no earlier than 7 a.m. on the day use of the upper reservoir is intended. All boats must be off the reservoir promptly at 7 p.m. Shoreline fishing closes at dusk. Daily inspections of the reservoir will be performed by the NYPA B-G Security.
For access to the lower reservoir, boaters are required to stop at Mine Kill State Park’s toll booth or the Park Office on the day use of the lower reservoir is intended. Boating will be permitted from 7:30 a.m. until the park closes, however all boats must be off the reservoir one hour before the park closes. The park will be open until 4 p.m. until the first weekend in May; afterward, it will remain open until dusk.
Please visit the New York State Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation webpage on tips for boating safety.
The reservoirs may be closed to boating at any time at the Power Authority’s discretion.
Cobleskill, N.Y.: The SUNY Cobleskill Athletic Department announced today that junior Sean D’Amaro, Northport, N.Y., Northport High School, a member of the men’s lacrosse team has been named the department’s Fighting Tiger Athlete-of-the-Week for the week ending April 2, 2023.
The talented midfielder turned in a pair of last second heroics on Friday evening scoring a pair of goals in the final 20 seconds of play in the team’s 14-13 North Atlantic Conference (NAC) road with over the Eagles of Husson University in Bangor, Maine. D’Amaro finished with four goals in the upset victory.
The Northport, N.Y. also scored three goals in the team’s 7-4 non-league road win over the Mavericks of Medaille University in Buffalo, N.Y. on Wednesday and three goals Cobleskill’s 24-6 NAC road loss to the Mariners of the Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, Maine as the Fighting Tigers closed the week with a 4-2 overall record including a 1-2 mark in league play.
For the week D’Amaro scored 11 goals picked-up four ground balls and forced the opposition into five turnovers.
On the season, to date, the Northport High School alumnus in six games has scored a team leading 22 goals, passed out seven assists for a team leading 29 points while picking up 13 ground balls and causing six turnovers.
Cobleskill will return to action on Saturday April 8 when they travel to Hackettstown, N.J. for a meeting with the Cyclones of Centenary University with face-off at 1:00 p.m.
COBLESKILL — The SUNY Cobleskill Athletic Department announced today that the department has opened nominations for the SUNY Cobleskill Athletic Hall-of-Fame Class of 2023. The 2023 induction ceremonies will be conducted during the college’s annual Alumni Fall Weekend which will be held from Friday September 29 thru Sunday October 1.
The Hall-of-Fame recognizes student-athletes, coaches, administrators, teams and contributors from Varsity Championship-sponsored sports who have distinguished themselves in competition and in service to the college. Nominees should also have demonstrated qualities such as outstanding sportsmanship and have brought great distinction to Cobleskill.
For information regarding Hall-of-Fame eligibility requirements, the nomination process and an on-line nomination form, interested parties can go to Fighting Tiger Athletic Website at: https://fightingtigers.cobleskill.edu/sb_output.aspx?form=10.
Oneonta, N.Y.: The SUNY Cobleskill baseball team dropped a 2-0 decision to the host Red Dragons of SUNY Oneonta at The Red Dragon Baseball Field on Monday afternoon in non-conference play. With the loss the Fighting Tigers fall to 4-10 overall while the Red Dragons are now 17-4 on the year to date.
In a classic dual between pitching staffs it was Cobleskill junior right hander Andrew Jarkow, Glen Head, N.Y., North Shore High School, who ended up the hard-luck losers as the Fighting Tiger starter allowed two runs of which only one was earned on five hits striking out five and walking three in five innings of work.
Offensively the Orange & Black managed eight hits on the afternoon led by first-year right fielder Logan Firment, Andes, N.Y., South Kortright High School, who went 3-for-4 on the afternoon and by senior third baseman Frank Leger, Bronx, N.Y., All Hallows, who finished 2-for-4 on the day.
The Fighting Tigers will return to action on Tuesday April 4 when they travel to Utica, N.Y. for a single game non-conference meeting with the Pioneers of Utica College beginning at 4:00 p.m.
Stories from the People of the Longhouse with Perry Ground
Tuesday, April 18 • 6:30 p.m.
Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown, NY
Tickets available online at Eventbrite.com: Adults: $10 members; $12 non-members / Youths (18 and under): $6
Cooperstown, New York — Join master storyteller and cultural educator Perry Ground at Fenimore Art Museum for a family-friendly performance of stories from the Haudenosaunee Longhouse. The program, Stories from the People of the Longhouse, takes place on Tuesday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s auditorium. Tickets available online at Eventbrite.com: Adults: $10 members; $12 non-members / Youths (18 and under): $6. For more information, please visit FenimoreArt.org.
Stories from the People of the Longhouse is filled with traditional Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) legends that have been told for hundreds of years. These stories teach about the beliefs, customs and history of the Haudenosaunee people. Storyteller Perry Ground will bring the stories to life through vivid descriptions, his rhythmic voice, and a very active stage presence. These stories become ‘interactive’ as Perry is known to include audience members in the stories. Elements of traditional Haudenosaunee lifestyle, pieces of historical information and lots of humor are woven into each story. Discussion about the Haudenosaunee culture and the art of storytelling is also part of this program. Not just for children, all listeners (young and old), will find this presentation captivating, highly entertaining yet very educational.
About Perry Ground:
Perry Ground is a Turtle Clan member of the Onondaga Nation of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy. Perry has been a storyteller and educator for over 25 years and enjoys working with people of all ages to teach about the history & culture of Native Peoples.
About Fenimore Art Museum
Fenimore Art Museum, located on the shores of Otsego Lake—James Fenimore Cooper’s “Glimmerglass”—in historic Cooperstown, New York, features a wide-ranging collection of American art including folk art; important American 18th- and 19th-century landscape, genre, and portrait paintings; more than 125,000 historic photographs representing the technical developments made in photography and providing extensive visual documentation of the region’s unique history; and the renowned Eugene and Clare Thaw Collection of American Indian Art comprised of nearly 900 art objects representative of a broad geographic range of North American Indian cultures, from the Northwest Coast, Eastern Woodlands, Plains, Southwest, Great Lakes, and Prairie regions. Visit FenimoreArt.org.
Hackettstown, N.J.: The SUNY Cobleskill men’s lacrosse team stepped out of conference play on Saturday posting an impressive 21-4 win over the host Centenary University at the Cyclones J.E. Reeves Jr. Field. With the with victory the Fighting Tigers move to 5-2 overall on the season while the Cyclones drop to 0-11 on the year to date.
The Fighting Tigers dominated the action by jumping out to a 17-0 advantage to secure the victory as Cobleskill outshot their hosts by a 63-37 on the afternoon.
Offensively Cobleskill showed great balance with junior midfielder Sean D’Amaro, Northport, N.Y., Northport High School, scoring four goals and passing out four assists, senior midfielder Jake Giess, Victor, N.Y., Victor High School/Finger Lakes Community College, scoring four goals to go with one assist, senior midfielder William Bockhaus, Southampton, N.Y., Southampton High School, scoring three goals and passing out three assists and sophomore midfielder Albert Sippio, Syracuse, N.Y., Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central, tallying three times.
The visitors also received offensive contributions from senior attackman Kerry Blackwood, Johnstown, N.Y., Johnstown High School/Hudson Valley Community College, and junior attackman Gregory Neumann, Accord, N.Y., Rondout Valley High School, who each had two goals and an assist on the day.
Sophomore goalie John Williams, Smyrna, Del., Smyrna High School, posted the win by making 14 saves and causing a turnover to hold the Cyclone offense in check throughout the contest.
The Orange & Black return to action on Wednesday April 12 when they travel to Aurora, N.Y. for a non-league meeting with The Express of Wells College with face-off at 5:00 p.m.
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