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Happenin' Otsego County

12/4/09

Thursday,
December 10
POETRY – 7 p.m., Open poetry night at The Green Toad Bookstore host by poet Jill Carey. Carey reads humorous stories from her book, “Telling Tales.” All welcome, show your talent! The Green Toad Bookstore, 198 Main St., Oneonta. Info, (607) 433-8898.
Friday,

December 11
PET ADOPTION – Day-long. Adoptable animals from Susquehanna SPCA visit Brandon Feed and Seed, 4119, Route 7, Oneonta. SPCA filled to capacity. Come by and get acquainted! Info, (607) 547-8111.

PORK DINNER – 5-7 p.m. American Legion, 279 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Holiday Pork Dinner sponsored by Reinhardt Home Heating. Admission: Adults-$9 Children ages 5-12-$5 Children under 5-Free. Tickets at the Family Service Association, 277 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, (607) 432-2870.

OPENING RECEPTION – 5-7 p.m. 73 Main St., Oneonta. Main View Gallery presents winter art exhibit, “Small Wonders.” An array of original jewelry, ceramic pieces, silk screenings, sculptures, ornaments, and small paintings -- a wide variety of affordable artwork and gift items including greeting and holiday cards and a 2010 Main View Gallery calendar. All work is created by Main View Gallery & Studio artists. Free to all. Info: (607) 432-1890

PARTY – 6 p.m., 6th Annual Otsego County Chamber Small Business Holiday Party. Dinner and dancing!! 6 p.m. open bar and hors d’oeuvres reception; 7 p.m. dinner. Holiday Inn of Oneonta, $45 Chamber members, non-members $50. Reservation deadline, 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4. Info, reservations, contact Pam (607) 432-4500, Ext. 201, pam@otsegocountychamber.com.

WINTER JAZZ – 7:30 p.m., Hartwick College ensembles present Winter Jazz Concert. Enjoy “Sway, “ “Cry Me a River, and recent compositions. Free to all. Music Circle, Anderson Center for the Arts, Hartwick College. Info, Lynda Clark, (607) 431-4800.

DRAMA – 8 p.m., Orpheus Theatre presents “The Producers,” a Mel Brooks Musical. Goodrich Theatre, SUNY Oneonta. Also Saturday and Sunday. Info, tickets, 432-9392.

Saturday,
December 12
FARMERS MARKET – 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Cooperstown Farmers Market. Fresh veggies, locally produced cheeses, hand made crafts, organically raised meats, homemade baked goods and more. Info, 547-6195.

WINTER MARKET – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (rain or shine!), Oneonta Winter Farmers’ Market. Main Street Garage Walkway, south side of Main Street, two doors down from Latte Lounge. Vendors include Hare and Feather Farm, Middlefield Orchard, Breezie Maples Farm, and Helloonie Inc.

JEWELRY PREVIEW – 3-5 p.m. Viviana Hansen Gallery 84 Main St., Delhi. Jewelry preview by international jewelry designer Lucy Cunningham. Holiday party afterwords from 5-7 Info: 607-437-2710.

OPENING RECEPTION – 4-8 p.m., Artists, Jack Beal & Sondra Freckelton. B. Sharp Studio & Gallery, 736 State Hwy 28 South, Oneonta. Info (607) 432-2322.
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DRAMA – 8 p.m., Orpheus Theatre presents “The Producers,” a Mel Brooks Musical. Goodrich Theatre, SUNY Oneonta. Also Sunday matinee. Info, tickets, 432-9392.

KARAOKE – 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Dance Music & Karaoke by DJ Jim. The Empire House, restaurant, Café, Bar. Info, (607) 783-2859.

Sunday,
December 13
HEALTH INSURANCE – 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Otesaga Hotel, Lake St., Cooperstown. Business owners can attend this event. Reps from CDPHP, Excellus, and MVP will be on hand along with Chamber of Commerce reps to assist you in understanding the options available for 2010.

DRAMA – 2 p.m., Orpheus Theatre presents “The Producers,” a Mel Brooks Musical. Goodrich Theatre, SUNY Oneonta. Info, tickets, 432-9392.

SPAGHETTI DINNER – 4-7 p.m., Schenevus Fire Department. Helps cover medical bills for firefighter Eric Haner who is in critical condition battling strep pneumonia. Please donate spaghetti, sauce, tomato paste, meatballs, salad, or dressings to the firehouse or Sperbecks at 52 Race St. Info: Jody (607) 638-5172

Monday,
December 14
FOOTHILLS’ MOVIES – 7 p.m., Dr. Zhivago (Unrated), Classic tale of love and the Bolshevik Revolution, 5 Oscard winner. Two-for-one White Russians (21-and-older) with admission. $5, bar open for refreshments. Foothills Performing Arts Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. Info, (607) 431-02080, www.foothillspac.org

ADULT ZONE – 7-9 p.m., adult night at Zone Community Center. Pool tables, shuffleboard, air hockey, foosball, ping pong, rock bank xbox and more. Also board games. Second and fourth Mondays of each month. Richfield Springs. Interested in pitch tournament, let us know! Info, or to schedule your event, 858-3200

Wednesday,
December 16
HISTORY – 7 p.m., Big Chuck” D’Imperio speaks on his travels and signs his new book “Upstate New York: History Happened Here.” The Greater Oneonta Historical Society & History Center, 183 Main Street, Oneonta. Free to all. Info, (607) 432-0960.

PECAN SALE – United Methodist Women of Elm Park Church annual pecan sale. Regular and chocolate-covered pecans, $7/bag until all gone. Call church office, mornings at 432-6552 to reserve your bag.

TREES – Cooperstown Lions Club Christmas Trees for sale, Benefits Lions Club Community Service Fund. Locally grown Balsam Fir Trees known for fragrance and long-lasting needles. Weekends 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Weekdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Chestnut Street lot, next to Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce. Most trees $35, over 8 ft.- $40.

SANTA’S SCHEDULE – Cooperstown, Pioneer Park.
Fri., Dec. 11: 3-6 p.m.
Sat., Dec.12: 1-5 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 13: 1-4 p.m. Mon., Dec. 14: 3-6
SANTA’S SCHEDULE – Sat., Dec. 12, 11 a.m.-noon and 1:30-3 p.m., Muller Plaza, Oneonta.
Sat., Dec. 12, 2-4 p.m., K and B Crafts Supplies, 6 Center Street, Milford.

DICKENS! – Visit Old Fashioned Gift Shop at the 1820 Jedediah North House. Open to public during holiday season. 3643 Cty. Route 35, Middlefield, just off Route 166, on Rte. 35. Info: (607) 547-9648.

HOLIDAY ART SALE – 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Cooperstown Art Association Holiday Member Show & Sale. Come and do your shipping! Through Nov. 23. 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. Info, www.cooperstownart.com

KNIT SALE – Maureen Culbert will be selling items such as scarves, wraps, and ornaments. Donations will be sent to Otsego Manor benefits fund. Will be at Glimmerglass Festival of Trees, 12/12 from 10-8, and 12/13 from 12-4. Will be at Hyde Hall on 12/1 from 3-6. Info: 607-264-3375

Thursday,
December 10
FESTIVAL OF TREES – Noon-5 p.m., Lake View Rooms at Glimmerglass State Park. Ongoing to the 11th 2-8 p.m. Info, 547-8662, friendsofglimmerglass@gmail.com
NICKEL MOVIE – 7 p.m., “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Nickel Family Film Night at the Fenimore Art Museum auditorium, Cooperstown. Admission 5 cents! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Info, (607) 547-1472.
Friday,

December 11
HOLIDAY SALE – 9 a.m.-1 p.m. A.O. Fox Hospital, Oneonta. Sale includes handcrafted items, homemade cookies, and Country Pride Cheese. Free doughnuts and coffee will be provided until 11. Info: (607) 431-5042

SAFE KIDS – 2-8 p.m., Safe Kids of Otsego County Plush Animal Stocking Stuffer Sale & Safety Information. Festival of Trees at Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown. Info, (607) 547-5256 or richard.mccaffery@bassett.org

HOLIDAY BAZAAR – 3-6 p.m. Hyde Hall illuminated with bonfires, luminaries and candlelight. Free photos with Santa from 3-5 p.m. Old Fashion carol sing from 5-6 p.m. featuring Cooperstown’s Ah-Coopella. Inside, enjoy the holiday bazaar. Community Caroling and Holiday Bazaar. Premier book signing of “The Ladies of Hyde Hall with Anne Logan and Karin Nelson. Crafts, celebration and photos with Santa. Free admission. Info, (607) 547-5098.

PORK DINNER – 5-7 p.m. American Legion, 279 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Holiday Pork Dinner sponsored by Reinhardt Home Heating. Admission: Adults-$9 Children ages 5-12-$5 Children under 5-Free.Tickets can be purchased at the Family Service Association at 277 Chestnut St. Info: 607-432-2870

TOYS FOR TOTS –6 p.m., SUNY Fraternities host student/faculty holiday benefit for “Toys for Tots” program. Oneonta Theater, Chestnut Street, Oneonta. Info, (607) 436-2748.
HOLIDAY AUCTION – 6:30 p.m. preview, 7-9 p.m. Holiday Auction. New items, gift certificates, art, holiday decorations, gift baskets, and services. Bill Armistead, Auctioneer. Free refreshments & cash bar. All welcome. The Old School Cafe, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley. Info, www.cherryvalleychamber.org

CHRISTMAS CONCERT – 7:30 p.m., “Caroling, Caroling.” Oneonta’s Catskill Chamber Singers annual Christmas concert. Free, free will donation. St. James Episcopal Church sanctuary, Main and Elm Streets, Oneonta.

WINTER JAZZ – 7:30 p.m., Hartwick College ensembles present Winter Jazz Concert. Enjoy “Sway, “ “Cry Me a River, and recent compositions. Free to all. Music Circle, Anderson Center for the Arts, Hartwick College. Info, Lynda Clark, (607) 431-4800.

Saturday,
December 12
COOKIES & CRAFTS – 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 22nd Annual Cookies & Crafts Sale. Unitarian Universalist Church, 12 Ford Avenue, Oneonta.

KIDS MOVIE – 10 a.m., “Elf”, Free showing for parents and kids Pre-K through Grade 4. Free popcorn and beverages. The Zone Community Center, Walnut St., Richfield Springs. Info (315) 858-3200, www.richfieldzone.org

KIDS MOVIES – 10 a.m. “Night at the Museum.” Free for kids, presented by The Oneonta Theater on Chestnut Street.

DOWNTOWN OPEN HOUSE – 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Downtown Oneonta. Refreshments, special events, sales.

STORIES WITH MRS. CLAUS – 10-11 a.m., Holiday stories with Mrs. Santa Claus. Free. The Green Toad Bookstore, 198 Main Street, Oneonta.

ST. NIKLAAS – Noon-3 p.m., St. Niklaas visits Brewery Ommegang. Free Christmas cookies, cider, hot cocoa, beer samples and holiday cheer! Bells and Motley will lead the caroling with musical instruments from around the world.

JEWELRY PREVIEW – 3-5 p.m. Viviana Hansen Gallery 84 Main St., Delhi. Jewelry preview by international jewelry designer Lucy Cunningham. Holiday party afterwords from 5-7 Info: 607-437-2710.

HOLIDAY COMEDY – 7:30 p.m. 76 Main St., Stamford. Mikhail Horowitz & Gilles Malkine will have an all-out comic assault on Christmas. Make reservations at (607) 652-7676

Sunday,
December 13
SANTA BREAKFAST – 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Breakfast with Santa and visit Mrs. Claus’s closet to find the perfect gift for Mom and Dad. $5 Adults; $3.50 children 5-8 years, under 5 free. Otsego Fire House. Info (607) 988-2864.
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE – 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Village Hall Gallery. Jazzy carols from 2-3 p.m. Cookies, good cheer, & BIG sales. 187 Main Street, Sharon Springs. Info, (315) 284-2402.

SANTA ARRIVES – 2-4 p.m. K&B Craft Supplies, 6 Center St., Milford. Have cookies and hot chocolate with Santa. Free coloring book for all kids. Free craft projects. Stop in anytime during the day.

SAFE KIDS – Noon-4 p.m., Safe Kids of Otsego County Plush Animal Stocking Stuffer Sale & Safety Information. Festival of Trees, Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown. Info, (607) 547-5256 or richard.mccaffery@bassett.org

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROL – 3 p.m. performance, First United Methodist Church. Concert features Catskill Choral Society Girl Choir, Handbell and Brass choirs of First U.M. Church, Pathfinder Village ringers, vocal soloist Mary-Anne Ross; concert organist Flora Beth cunningham, and community carols. Free tickets, required for admission. Tickets at church office. Free-will offering. First United Methodist church, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. Info, (607) 432-4102.

CANDLE LIGHTING – 7 p.m. Embury Room at First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Includes poems, reading, music, and fellowship. People of all ages are invited to attend. Info: 607-433-2492

PLAY – 7:30 p.m. “It’s a Wonderful Life”, a radio play of the Christmas Classic. Adults $5, children’s admission by donation. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Cherry Valley Food Pantry. The Old School Cafe, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley. Info www.cvartworks.org

Monday,
December 14
HANDBELLS – 7 p.m., Holiday Handbell Concert and craft show. Free to all. All Faiths Chapel, Pathfinder Village, Edmeston. Info, (607)965-8377.

CHORAL – 7:30 p.m., Richfield Springs Historic Association presents “The Remnants,” popular choral group with musical selections for Christmas. Richfield Springs Library. Refreshments served, historical gifts for sale.

Wednesday,
December 16
SAFE KIDS – 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Safe Kids of Otsego County Plush Animal Sale & Safety Information. Bassett Clinic Lobby, River Street, Cooperstown. Info, (607) 547-5256 or richard.mccaffery@bassett.org

Thursday,
December 17
HOUSE TOUR & TEA – 1-3 p.m.Christmas House Tour of four beautifully decorated Cooperstown homes. Festive holiday tea for participants follows from 3-5 p.m. at The Otesaga Resort Hotel Benefits the Susquehanna SPCA. $40 per person, reservations suggested. Info, Jane Duel (607) 547-8111, jennyvt@aol.com

Saturday,
December 19
MULTI MEDIA HOLIDAYSHOW – 12 p.m. Multi-Media Magic show that follows Santa’s incredible journey from the North Pole. Will be at the Boy’s and Girl’s Club in Cooperstown.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT – 8 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, Cooperstown. Voices of Cooperstown annual Christmas concert. Maestro Dan Foster conducts. Soloists, organ, orchestra and the Voices of Cooperstown. Tickets $18, Augur’s Books, Main St., Cooperstown.
Sunday,

December 20
HANDBELLS – 10 a.m.., Holiday Handbell Concert at regular service of the First United Methodist Church of Fly Creek. Info, (607)965-8377.

Monday,
December 21
SAFE KIDS – 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Safe Kids of Otsego County Plush Animal Sale & Safety Information. Bassett Clinic Lobby, River Street, Cooperstown. Info, (607) 547-5256 or richard.mccaffery@bassett.org

HOLIDAY ADELINES – 7 p.m., City of the Hills Sweet Adelines Christmas performance. Saint James Manor, Route 47, Oneonta. Hear your favorite Christmas songs in barbershop style. Info, (607) 432-8854.

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