Opioids forum at OPL

At the Oneida Public Library on June 18 the Monday Movie Matinee is “My Cousin Rachel” at 1 p.m. Based on the bestselling novel by Daphne Du Maurier, the 2017 British film stars Rachel Weisz in a stunning performance in this costume drama about a mysterious widow who provokes dark suspicions in her smitten cousin.

On June 19, Opioids in Oneida: A Public Forum will be held at 7 p.m. Whether it’s cocaine, heroin, oxycodone or other prescription pain killers, the people of Madison County are being swept up in the national opiod epidemic. Leading area experts converge on Oneida Public Library to form a learned panel that will help define the problems in the area, symptoms of addiction, rehabilitation and recovery.

Family Movie Night on Wednesday, June 20 at 6 p.m. Since school is winding down,

children and parents or guardians can relax and enjoy a modern classic, the 1993 film about three canines on a quest, “Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey.” The film and popcorn are free.

Thursday, June 21 at 7 p.m. The Great War Book Discussion. In this Centennial Year of America’s engagement in World War I, the OPL hosts the second of five monthly book discussions led by Professor Roxanna Pisiak and Tom Murray focusing in June on Willa Cather’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel, “One of Ours,” which follows the hardship, loves and yearnings of young Claude Wheeler from the farmlands of Nebraska to the trenches of wartime France. Copies of the book are available to registered participants. Sign up at the OPL desk.

Farmers market

At the Cottage Lawn Farmers Market at the Madison County Historical Society on June 19 the theme will be “A Taste of Oneida” with a recipe exchange and cooking demonstration. The market runs from 3-7 p.m. each Tuesday.

Library movies

The movie to be screened at Canastota Public Library on June 19 is “The Commuter,” rated PG-13, showing at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Insurance salesman Michael, played by Liam Neeson, is on his daily commute home, which quickly becomes anything but routine. After being contacted by a mysterious stranger, Michael is forced to uncover the identity of a hidden passenger on the train before its last stop.

The film to be shown on June 26 is titled “12 Strong,” rated R, starring Chris Helmsworth, Michael Shannon and Michael Pena in the extraordinary story of a band of U.S. soldiers who rode to victory in Af-

ghanistan.

Canastota Civic Club

The Canastota Civic Club will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 20 at the home of Jim and Wendy Mason, 7338 Oxbow Road, Canastota. A social time will be held at 6:15 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m.

Agricultural Night will be the theme with Jim Caldwell, chairman of the committee. One of the most attended dinners of the year is held this evening. Tickets are $15 for members and $15 for guests.

Movie in Chittenango

The Wednesday Ma tine eat Sullivan Free Library for June 20 will be “Love, Simon,” 2018, rated PG-13 and running 110 minutes. It stars Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel and Nick Robinson in a comedy-drama about a high school boy struggling to come out to his family and friends. Admission and popcorn are free. Viewers can bring their own beverage and snack.

Christian Women’s brunch

The monthly Oneida-Canastota Christian Women’s brunch will be held Thursday, June 21 at Theodore’s Restaurant, Route 5, Canastota from 10-11:45 a.m.

Guest speaker will be Elaine Miller of Campbell with a topic entitled “Going From Basement of Despair to Penthouse of Peace.” The Fashion Feature is The Opportunity Shop with Barb Ortman & Store Models from Canastota. Music to my Ears from Clar Wilkinson of East Syracuse will also be included in the program.

Tickets for the buffet are $14. Reservations should be made to Jackie, (315) 3631224.

Free movies

Cazenovia Public Library will present two free screenings of “Love, Simon” on Friday, June 22 at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

The 2018 romantic comedy-drama is based on the novel “Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda” by Becky Abertalli. The story centers on Simon Spier, a closeted gay teen who is forced to balance his friends, his family and a blackmailer threatening to out him to the entire school. Meanwhile, Simon attempts to discover the identity of the anonymous classmate he’s fallen for online.

The film is rated PG13 and runs 110 minutes. Free popcorn provided. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Cazenovia Public Library. For more information, call (315) 6559322 or visit www.cazenoviapubliclibrary.org.

Canastota Alumni Banquet

The 137th Canastota Alumni Banquet will be held on June 23 at Theodore’s Restaurant, Seneca Avenue, Canastota. There will be a social hour from 6-7 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m.

Reservations are now being taken by contacting Charlene Barres at (315) 264-2044. Checks payable to the Canastota Alumni Association can be mailed to P.O. Box 10, Canastota, N.Y. 13032.

Awards to be presented that evening include Jacklin G. Starks, recipient of the Vincent V. Albanese Alumni Achievement Award as well as the $1,000 Alumni Scholarship awarded to a graduating Canastota senior (to be announced).

Vanderhoof guest speaker

Anna Vanderhoof will speak about her recent world travels at the Canastota Public Library on Monday, June 25 at 7 p.m.

Vanderhoof, a 29 year old environmental engineer, worked hard, paid off her college debt and an automobile loan and started saving money. Last August she left her job in New York City to travel, see new places, meet new people and broaden her perspective. She recently arrived home after seven months of travel and has many stories and pictures to share.

Vanderhoof began her journey with a one month tour of the United States, visiting nine National Parks. In just over 37 weeks, Vanderhoof has backpacked and climbed mountains while visiting New Zealand, Thailand, Vietnam, Italy, Austria, Germany, Great Britain and Scotland. While in New Zealand she explored both islands extensively and completed two New Zealand Great Walks (Routeburn Track and Tongariro Northern Circuit). Her journey was chronicled in her blog, broadeningperspectivesadventures.com.

Vanderhoof is a graduate of Canastota Central Schools and Syracuse University.

Instructional swim program

The Town of Vernon will sponsor an instructional swim program for all children residing in the Town of Vernon who are at least kindergarten age by Sept. 1, up to 12 years of age.

The program will begin on Monday, June 25, and will be conducted Monday and Wednesday, each week for five weeks, ending on Wednesday, July 25. There will be no lessons on Wednesday, July 4.

All instructions will be at the City of Sherrill pool under the direction of the pool director. All children must have signed permission slips on file at the Town Office Building. There will be no charge for this program.

For more information and/or applications, call the Town Supervisor between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at (315) 829-2985.

Donations accepted

The Utica Area Teens for Christ will hold a garage sale at the Clinton Village Arena, 36 Kirkland Ave., Clinton, Thursday, June 28 through Saturday, June 30. The sale will run 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Donations are ac- cepted and are tax deductible. Clothing, TVs, mattresses and computers are not accepted. Drop off times are June 17, 2-5 p.m., and June 18, 20 and 21 from 6-8 p.m.

Smoke testing

The City of Sherrill will be smoke testing the city’s sanitary sewer lines July 2-3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Testing involves blowing smoke into parts of the sewer system to find damaged pipes, improper connections, and locations where storm water may enter the system. Smoke may be seen coming from roof vents, building foundations, down spouts, sewer laterals or manhole covers. Smoke will not enter a home or business if it is properly plumbed and vented and the traps contain water.

Colgate Day & Customer Day

Join us at the Colgate Bookstore on Friday, July 13 as we combine Colgate Day with our annual Customer Appreciation Day. The entire store will be 13 percent off (in-store and online, some exclusions apply). Enjoy FREE ice cream (while supplies last).

Every Friday the 13th is a lucky day for Colgate University. But did you ever wonder just why Colgate Day is so special?

Well, in 1817, 13 men — six clergy and seven laymen — met in the frontier settlement of Hamilton with 13 dollars, 13 prayers, and 13 articles. During that meeting, the men founded the Baptist Education Society of the State of New York, the cornerstone for what would become known as Colgate University.

That’s not our only reason to celebrate the number 13. The university’s address is 13 Oak Drive. Our zip code is 13346. The first two numbers, standing alone, are the number 13, and the sum of the remaining three totals 13.

Even the university’s motto has a connection with 13. There are — no surprise here — 13 letters in “Deo ac Veritati,” a Latin phrase meaning “For God and For Truth.”

So this superstitious number has a very special meaning on our campus. And in honor of this tradition, every Friday the 13th is declared “Colgate Day.” We invite you to join us on July 13 as we celebrate the history of our great university.

Happenings in Sherrill

Register today for Sherrill’s Silver City 5K which will take place Saturday, July 28 as part of Sherrill’s Fireworks Weekend. Go to runsignup.com/Race/NY/ Sherrill/Centennial5KRun and plan to attend all of the events. Visit www.sherrillny.org/2018-fireworksweekend/ for details about all of the festivities.

Also, Apex Auto Magazine, the City of Sherrill Cruise-In on Tuesday, June 26. There will be music by Classified and food vendors.

The Car Show Trophies must arrive between 4:305:30 p.m. with winners announced at 6:15 p.m. The music starts at 6:30 p.m. Awards will be given to Mayor’s Choice, People’s Choice and Apex Magazine’s Choice Award.

The show will be held at Reilly-Mumford Park next to Sherrill City Hall, 377 Sherrill Road. For more information, contact Bob Sblendorio at (315) 7253496 or Rick Farr at (315) 723-7216.

Come see the 1969 Dodge Superbee cover of Apex Automotive Magazine.

Clothing donations accepted

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Chittenango has a St. Pauly’s Shed to collect donations of usable clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, purses, linens, pillow cases, blankets, curtains and stuffed animals. All items should be bagged. No rags, fabric scraps, pillows, electronics, toys or household goods can be accepted.

The shed is located behind the church at 204 Genesee St.