Psychic Fair in Canastota

Psychic Fair

Alternative Minds presents the 20th annual Canastota Spring Psychic Fair on April 8 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Greystone Castle, 201 N. Main St., Canastota. Admission is $8. The Gift From the Heart Project has made a request of the public to bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the local food pantry and in doing so, $1 will be deducted off the admission fee.

There will be vendors, healers, lectures and psychics in attendance. Featured Guest booth will be held with the Central New York SPCA. A representative along with a few furry mascots will be in attendance.

For more information, call (315) 697-3344.

Free movie

Cazenovia Public Library will present two free screenings of the musical drama film “The Greatest Showman,” 2017, on Friday, April 13 at 3:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

The original musical is inspired by the life of P.T. Barnum and the creation of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. The story follows the visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation. The film is rated PG and runs 105 minutes. Free popcorn provided. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Cazenovia Public Library. All events at the library are free and open to the public. For more information call (315) 655-9322 or visit www.cazenoviapubliclibrary.org.

Bowling tournament

The 8th Annual CAC Singles Bowling Tournament will be held Thursday, April 12, Friday, April 13 and Saturday, April 14. Squad times are 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on April 12 and 13 and 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on April 14.

Prizes include $1000, first place; $600 second place; and $300 third place. Entry fee is $40/reentries welcome.

The tournament is to be held at the Sherrill Community Activity Center, 139 E. Hamilton Ave., Sherrill. Call (315) 3636525 for more information or to reserve a spot.

The concession stand will be open. There is no bar on site but coolers are allowed.

Please visit www.sherrillny.org/recreation/cac to download a registration form.

Rummage sales

Christ Church United Methodist, 417 Park St., Sherrill, will hold its annual Spring Rummage Sale on April 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and April 14 from 9 a.m. to noon ($1 bag sale).

Gethsemane Episcopal Church, 320 Park St., Sherrill, will hold its Rummage Sale on Friday, April 13 and Saturday, April 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Saturday only from 12-2 p.m. there will be a clothing and shoe bag sale — everything that fits in a bag is $2. All other items will be half price.

The terrific array of items will include but is not limited to women’s, men’s and kids’ clothing and shoes, kitchenware, glassware and dishes, spring items, jewelry and purses, toys, games and books, small home appliances, home decor, furniture and antiques.

Immunization clinics

Madison County Health Department has scheduled the following flu and immunization clinics for April: Friday, April 13 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. and Friday, April 27 from 8:3011:30 a.m. Clinics are held at the Madison County Health Department, 138 N. Court St., Building 5, Wampsville, by appointment. Patients should bring their health insurance cards; most plans are accepted. Some fees may apply. To make an appointment, call (315) 366-2848 or visit www.healthymadisoncounty.org.

Pancake breakfast

Oneida Lake Congregational Church will hold its annual Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 14 beginning at 7 a.m. at the church, 2508 Route 31, Canastota.

Tickets are $7 for adults, $3 for children 5-12 and free for ages 4 and younger. Take outs and advance tickets are also available for $6.

The menu includes pancakes, sausage links, scrambled eggs and beverage.

Indoor Farmers Market

Parry’s last Indoor Farmers Market in Hamilton will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 14. Vendors will have local meat, cheeses, eggs, winter produce, honey, maple syrup, jams, salsa, baked goods, artisan bread and hand- crafted items available for purchase.

Chicken barbecue

The Sherrill American Legion Post 230 Bowlers will sponsor a chicken barbecue on Saturday, April 14 starting at 12 p.m. The menu includes chicken, baked beans, roll, salt potatoes. Tickets are $10.

Living in Utopia

The Oneida Community was one of many utopian experiments of the 19th century, active from 18481880. Primarily a religious community, its members lived as one family sharing everything and believed they were creating heaven on earth. But it was also a very successful economic venture.

What is it like to live in a Utopian or intentional community? Lynne Barnes, poet and former member of the Kerista Community in the HaightAsbury neighborhood of San Francisco, will join our discussion on the experience of communal living. You are invited to join the discussion with your experiences, ideas and insights on April 15 at 1 p.m. at the Mansion House. The program is free to members, $7 for non-members and $3 for students. Advance registration is not required.

The Oneida Community Mansion House was once home to the 19th century utopian Oneida Community (1848-1880). Today, the building houses a museum with permanent and changing exhibits about the community, overnight lodging, and banquet and meeting space. The Mansion House is a National Historic Landmark and history museum chartered by the New York State Department of Education. It is open for visitors Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5 p.m. Guided tours are provided regularly April through November and by appointment only December through March.

Oneida Community Mansion House is located at 170 Kenwood Ave., Oneida, N.Y. 13421. For more information call (315) 363-0745 or visit www.oneidacommunity.org.

Tiny Tots production

Kirkland Arts Center in Clinton will host the annual production of Tiny Tots with the Mohawk Valley Ballet on Monday, April 16 and Tuesday, April 17. Tiny Tots is a studentled production put on for local kindergarten and preschool students.

This year’s production, “Coppelia,” tells the story of an eccentric toy maker, life-sized dancing dolls and a young couple in love.

Performances will be held at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Monday and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Each performance lasts approximately 30 minutes. Admission is $3 per person. Teachers must call (315) 853-8871 Tuesday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to reserve space for their group.

Boating course

The Cazenovia Village Police Department in conjunction with the Cazenovia Lake Association is offering a Boating Safety Course. The NYS Parks approved course will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 22 and Sunday, April 29 at the village board room.

Attendance at both sessions is required. Anyone age 10 and older may attend the free course.

Since 2014, New York State Law requires that all individuals born on or after May 1, 1996 are required to successfully complete an approved boater education course in order to operate a motorboat. Approved courses include those offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons.

New York State residents of any age who are operating personal watercraft are also required to have the course.

Contact Village Deputy Clerk Sue Dady at (315) 655-3276 ext. 3 to reserve a place in the class.

Give blood

The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the Peterboro United Methodist Church on Thursday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is always an urgent need for blood.

Annual fundraiser

The annual Fundraiser and Membership Drive of the Charles Miller American Legion Post 140 will be held on April 28 from 1-4 p.m. at the Post Home on South Peterboro and Rasbach streets.

A chicken barbecue will be held in conjunction with the event. Tickets for $10 will be available April 21. The dinner includes chicken, salt potatoes, beans, roll and beverage. Contact any Legion member or the Legion.

The event is open to the public. If you know someone eligible to join, invite them. This benefits us all.

OFA Golf Tournament

The Office for the Aging of Madison County’s 7th annual Golf Tournament Outing will be held Friday, June 15 at Barker Brook Golf Club, Oriskany Falls. Registration will be held at 9 a.m. with a shot-gun start at 10 a.m.

The event includes 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch at the return, dinner, door prizes, contests, awards and skins.

For more information or to print a registration form visit www.ofamadco.org or call (315) 697-5700.

Skate park closed

Sherrill Skate Park, located in the CAC parking lot on East Hamilton Avenue, will be closed for the 2018 season. While the city has owned the equipment for years, the modular steel park is nearly 20 years old and is beyond repair and in its condition creates a hazard for the users.

Though the park is closing until further notice, the city has formally submitted a request for funding to Assemblyman William Magee’s office. The city is also exploring additional opportunities to help fund the park.

City Manager Brandon Lovett said the city is supportive of “action sports” like skate boarding, BMX biking, in-line skating and more.

“The city is hopeful it will receive the necessary assistance in rebuilding a new Action Park that will last another 20 years and provide a safe and enjoyable space for its users,” he said.

Updates on the progress of funding a new park will be provided by the city website, the city’s Facebook page and at the May 16 Citywide Recreation Meeting at the CAC. The cost to replace the existing park equipment is estimated to be $50,000$60,000.

If there are any questions or comments please contact Lovett at blovett@sherrillny.org.

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