Upcoming calendar

THURSDAY, MARCH 24 Nominate a Community Member:

The Canastota Rotary Club is seeking nominations for its “Roses to the Living” award to honor one or two community members who have exhibited the quality of “service above self” through their volunteer work. The rotary club is especially interested in honoring an individual or individuals who went above and beyond to help others during the pandemic. If you know of such an individual(s), please send a letter of nomination to Liz Metzger: 102 W. Center Street, Canastota, NY 13032, or lmetzger@midyork.org. Be sure to state the name of your nominee and their volunteer activity(ies). The Canastota Rotary Club Board of Trustees will make the selection(s), and a dinner will be held in May at Theodore’s to honor the recipient(s). The deadline for nominations is March 31, 2022.

“Harriet” at MVCC: The movie “Harriet” will be shown as part of the Fact and Film Series at 6p.m. in Schafer Theater, Wilcox Hall, at MVCC’S Utica Campus. Dr. Todd Marshall, MVCC Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer/cdo, will provide an introduction to the film, which tells the story of heroic abolitionist Harriet Tubman, whose courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. The cost to attend is $5 for the general public, $2for MVCC employees, and free for MVCC students. This event is part of a series of events at MVCC in celebration of Women’s History Month this March. Easter Fudge: Holy Cross Academy (HCA) Easter Fudge is back! $9per lb. Order by April 4th. Call (315) 3631669. Pick up at HCA, 4020Barrington Rd. Oneida, on April 10from 12p.m.-3p.m. Choose from these delicious flavors: Milk Chocolate, Chocolate Walnut, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter, Vanilla, Vanilla Walnut, Mint Chocolate, and these NEW flavors: Strawberries ‘n’ cream and Cookies ‘n’ cream.

Free Lymphedema Screening:

The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) Outpatient Lymphedema Clinic is holding free screenings throughout the month of March in honor of Lymphedema Awareness Month. Lymphedema is the build-up of fluid in soft body tissues when the lymph system is damaged or blocked. Lymphedema Awareness Month is a time to spread information about this disorder, to reach those suffering from symptoms, and to provide recourses to those who are currently or recently diagnosed. Typical symptoms of lymphedema include swelling, heaviness or tightness, reoccurring infections, and restricted range of motion. It is most common in limbs including fingers and toes but may occur in the trunk, chest, back, neck, or shoulders. Those interested in a free screening should call the MVHS Outpatient Lymphedema Rehabilitation Center at (315) 624-4632, Monday through Friday from 7a.m. to 4p.m. to set up a free screening appointment during the month of March.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26

Women of the Civil War: In honor of Women’s History Month, join Historian Cheryl Pula to learn about contributions made by women during the Civil War including their role as doctors, nurses, spies, and even combat soldiers! Cheryl will also include a discussion of Oneida County’s own Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, the first female U.S. Army surgeon and only female Medal of Honor recipient. This program takes place in person at the Oneida County History Center and virtually via Zoom, on Saturday, March 26at 1p.m. To register for the virtual presentation, visit oneidacountyhistory. org/programs.html. After registering you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

TUESDAY, MARCH 29

Pancake Dinner: Breakfast is what’s for dinner at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, where plenty of pancakes —complete with blueberries or chocolate chips if desired—will be available at Its Takeout Pancake Dinner on Tuesday, March 29. The menu will also include sausage, bacon, syrup, and fruit. Dinners will be available for $10from 4- 7p.m. or until sold out. Proceeds will benefit Lutheran World Relief’s work in Ukraine and St. Peter’s cross garden. Please call ahead to the church office at (315) 363-5211or email office@stpetersverona.org to reserve your time slot for pickup. Call when you arrive and your dinners will be brought out to your car. Reservations are helpful, but not required. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is located at 4897Old Oneida Road in Verona, right off Route 365at either Tilden Hill Road or Blackmans Corners Road.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30

Women of Cazenovia; At 7:00 p.m., Cazenovia Heritage will host a special presentation entitled “Women of Cazenovia and Madison County” by , Madison County Historian Matthew Urtz at the First Presbyterian Church Meeting House in Cazenovia. Urtz will talk about some of the most prominent women in the history of Madison County and Cazenovia and how they impacted their local communities, NYS, and the United States. There is no charge for this event. For more information please visit www.cazheritage.org or email info@cazheritage.org.

Women in Construction: Empowered Pathways is offering the opportunity for women to learn about job opportunities and the trades on March 30 from 12:30- 2:00 p.m. at 201Lafayette Street, Utica NY 13502. This free event, sponsored by W.I.C. (Women in Construction) will feature a panel of women who have enjoyed successful careers in the trades and will include laborers, carpenters, pipefitters/plumbers, and operators. The panel members, all experts in their respective fields, will share their journey to success and offer insight for women considering this occupation. The event is hybrid and can be attended in person or virtually. The event will include lunch for those attending in person, and the panel will address questions from attendees. Pre-registration is required for this event. For more information or to register, contact Amanda Fiore at afiore@empoweredpathwayscny.org or (315) 7241718ext. 104

School Board Candidate Information Program: A program titled “How to Become a School Board of Education Candidate and What to Expect if Elected” is sponsored by Oneida — Madison — Herkimer School Boards Institute on Wednesday, March 30via Zoom. Please call: Jim Van Wormer — (315) 941-6229 or Charley Priola — (315) 867-2077 to acquire the contact information for this Zoom program. Meeting starts at 6p.m.

Bottle and Can Drive: Holy Cross Academy will be running a bottle/ can return drive through April 8.

All proceeds will benefit the HCA Student Council. Returnable cans and bottles may be dropped off during office hours 9a.m.-2:30p.m. HCA is located at 4020 Barrington Rd., Oneida.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

Indoor Farmers’ Market: Parry’s, Hamilton’s Modern Day General Store, will host its Annual Indoor Winter Farmers’ Market from 10a.m. — 1p.m. The market has vendors offering locally produced produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, honey & maple, eggs, granola, biscotti, soaps, art & more. In addition, Parry’s sells local NY food, coffee, jewelry, prints, and hand-crafted items. Worn Again, a secondhand store benefiting local charity located in Parry’s, will be open during market hours. Parry’s market is the first and third Saturday of each month November — April. For more information call Parry’s (315) 824-0002.

TUESDAY, APRIL 5

Free Concert: G. Roberts Kolb returns for one last performance as he conducts the Hamilton College and Community Masterworks Chorale and Symphoria in Johannes Brahms Ein deutsches Requiem, “a requiem for humankind” at 7:30pm in Wellin Hall, Schambach Center, Hamilton College. This concert is free and open to the public. All patrons must be vaccinated against COVID-19. For more information, call the box office at (315) 859-4331or visit www. hamilton.edu.

Yard Cleanup: The Village of Oneida Castle will be holding its annual spring yard clean-up from April 25-April 29, 2022. Residents must place all yard debris at curbside and may include limbs up to 4inches in diameter. All leaves must be bagged to be removed. This will be the only pick-up until Fall.

Board Meeting: The regular meeting of the Stockbridge Valley Central School Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, April 5at 6:30p.m. in Room S201.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7

Fair Trade Shop: Available at the Fair Trade Shop, Stone Presbyterian Church, Clinton, is a Royal Blue Bunny Box from India. This is a decorative paper-mache box made with recycled paper elaborately hand-painted using traditional Kashmiri techniques, perfect for storing small treasures or gifts. Also available is a Pastel Quilled Egg Set from Vietnam, featuring remarkable detail and craftsmanship. Each set includes three eggs. These and many more unique handcrafted gift items from 38different countries can be found at the Fair Trade Shop, located at 8So. Park Row, Clinton. Hours are 10a.m. to 4p.m. every Thursday and second Saturdays. Leaders of the shop say purchasing fair trade items ensures artisans and small farmers fair wages and healthy working conditions, providing dignity, sustainable development, and hope to marginalized people.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9

Adult Easter Egg Hunt: Must be 21+ to participate. It is an evening of fun at the Kallet Theater in Oneida while supporting Jessica’s Heroes Foundation Inc. Live music, games, food, and drinks. First drink is included in the ticket price. The doors open at 6:45p.m. and the hunt begins at 7p.m. Jessica’s Heroes team will place colorful eggs filled with prizes or “zonks” around the Kallet. Every ticket purchased gives you 5eggs to hunt for. The Grand Easter Egg Prize is $200. Join in the 50⁄50. Get your picture with the Easter Bunny. Enjoy the entertainment. Prizes are donated by local businesses. Tickets: $25each. Only 150tickets sold. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite. com. Tickets will not be sold at the door. For questions, contact info@ jessicasheroesfoundation.com

MONDAY, APRIL 11

American Legion Meeting: The Madison/morrisville American Legion Post #1556meets the 2nd Monday of the month in Madison at 3606South Street at 7p.m. All veterans are welcome to attend to learn more about the American Legion.

THURSDAY, APRIL 21

Budget Meeting: The Canastota Public Library Board of Trustees will hold an informational meeting about the fiscal year 2022-2023Budget on Thursday, April 21at 6:30p.m. The budget will remain the same as last year at $334,822. According to library officials, pursuant to New York State Education Law #259, the library has a perpetual levy until the budget amount is changed. The budget hearing will be held in the Carnegie Room located on the 2nd floor of the library and questions will be answered at that time. Copies of the budget are available at the main desk of the library or the business office of the Roberts Street School. SATURDAY, MAY 21

1st Annual Oneida Community Mansion House Car Show, 170 Kenwood Ave, Oneida. Classes: Model T’s, Corvettes, Volkswagen, and more.