On Wednesday, Nov. 14 from 10-11 a.m., the Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum will host their monthly “Coffee with Friends.” New and current volunteers and community members are encouraged to come in, reconnect and learn about opportunities available at the museum. There is no charge for this event. For more information, visit www.chittenangolanding.com.
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On Thursday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m., the Rome Historical Society will host a special presentation by Don Cazentre entitled “Spirits and Cocktails of Upstate New York: A History.” Food and beverage writer Don Cazentre will share his research from his popular book of the same name. Following the program Cazentre will sign copies of his book. For more information, visit www.romehistoricalsociety.org or call 315-336-5870.
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On Thursday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m., the Fort Plain Museum & Historical Park will continue its 2018 fall lecture series, this week featuring the presentation “The American Way of War from the Revolution to World War I” by Dr. Edward G. Lengel. Lengel will look at the unique idea of the “American Way of War” from George Washington to General John J. Pershing and how it influenced US history. Lengel directed the Washington Papers Project at the University of Virginia for many years. He served as the Chief Historian of the White House Historical Association from 2016-2018 and has authored several books. Light refreshments will be served. A $5 donation is suggested. For more information, visit www.fortplainmuseum.com.
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On Saturday, Nov. 17 from 7-10 p.m., the Town of Madison Historical Society will host a country music dance at the society’s building at 3606 South St. in Madison featuring live music from Double Chase! Come and enjoy a night out featuring country line and square dancing. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Suggested donation is $8, all proceeds benefit the Town of Madison Historical Society. For more information, contact Susan Anderson by phone at 315-893-7226 or by email at sgrandmanderson@yahoo.com.
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On Monday, Nov. 19, the New Woodstock Regional Historical Society will host a their monthly meeting. More information to come. For more information, contact Roger cook by phone 315-447-0476 or email codeman@gmail.com.
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On Friday, Nov. 30 from 6-9 p.m., the Friends of Lorenzo will host their Christmas Preview Party at the Lorenzo State Historic Site. More information to come.
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On Saturday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m., the Oneida Community Mansion House will host Breadcrumbs Productions “Marie and the Nutcracker Prince.” Come and experience this immersive theatrical journey inspired by the dark and intriguing origins of E.T.A Hoffman’s original tale. Tickets are $16 and can be purchased here. For more information, call Pauline Caputi, Abigail Lawton or Ben Adams at 315-363-0745.
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On Thursday, Dec. 6 and Friday, Dec. 7, from 7-9 p.m., the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host their annual Christmas Celebration. Tune into Christmas as the Friends of Lorenzo adorn the Mansion with Musical Merriment. This annual holiday celebration will feature refreshments, live music, and sleigh rides (weather permitting). For more information, visit www.friendsoflorenzo.org or call 315-655-3200.
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On Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9 from 1-4 p.m., the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host their annual Christmas Celebration. Tune into Christmas as the Friends of Lorenzo adorn the Mansion with Musical Merriment. This annual holiday celebration will feature refreshments, live music, and sleigh rides (weather permitting). On Sunday, ornamental crafts and holiday treats will be featured at the Rippleton School House. For more information, visit www.friendsoflorenzo.org or call 315-655-3200.
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On Sunday, Dec. 9, the New Woodstock Regional Historical Society will host a special ceremony lighting the Christmas tree at Heritage Park (corner of School Street and Route 13 in New Woodstock). More information to come. For more information please contact Roger cook by phone 315-447-0476 or email codeman@gmail.com.
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On Wednesday, Dec. 12 from 10-11 a.m., the Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum will host their monthly “Coffee with Friends.” New and current volunteers and community members are encouraged to come in, reconnect and learn about opportunities available at the museum. There is no charge for this event. For more information, visit www.chittenangolanding.com.
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Starting on Wednesday, Dec. 12 through Saturday, Dec. 15, from 1-4 p.m., the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host guided Christmas Tours. Traditional tours of the mansion and decorations available. Group tours of 8 or larger may be scheduled prior to arrival. For more information, visit www.friendsoflorenzo.org or call 315-655-3200.
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On Thursday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., the Rome Historical Society will host a special presentation by Rich Massucci on Vintage and retro toys. Massucci is passionate about vintage toys and has a garage full of them. He now has a podcast that focuses on the vintage toy market and what collectors are looking for. For more information, visit www.romehistoricalsociety.org or call 315-336-5870.
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Watch Night will be held Dec. 31. More information to come.
