AYSO auction ‘Track of the Cat’ Sherrill fishing derby

Oneida — The Oneida AYSO National Games team will host an auction fundraiser at the Verona VFW on Friday, May 31, beginning at 5 p.m. Gift baskets and premium items will be up for auction. The event will also feature food and drinks, door prizes, raffles, and a 50/50 raffle.

OHS Class of ‘59

Oneida — The Oneida High School Class of 1959 will mark 60 years since graduation on Aug. 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kanon Valley Country Club. Lunch will be held at 1 p.m. and consists of pulled pork and three sides. All OHS graduates from any year are welcome to attend. Send check for $20 to Perry Tooker III, 1284 N. Lake St., Oneida, NY 13421 by July 20.

Senior coffee

The StockbridgeMethodist Church will hold a senior coffee on Tuesday, May 28, from9-11 a.m. at the church, located on Route 46. The event is free of charge. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Tamie at 314-495-6660.

Stone Soup

Verona — Stone Soup, a free community dinner, will be served from 4:30-6 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, at the First Presbyterian Church on the corner of Rock Road and Main Street in Verona. The Seventh Day Baptist Congregation will prepare and serve the meal. All are welcome. A free will offering is accepted and all proceeds go to support the Verona Area Food Pantry.

Bible in an Hour

Sherrill — Plymouth Alliance Church will host “Fast Forward - The Bible in an Hour” on Wednesday, June 5, from 7-8 p.m. The Rev. Kurt Johnson will give an overview of the Bible’s contents in 45minutes. The focus will be on the Bible’s main points as well as highlight its united movement in broad, understandable ways. There will be a 10 minute question-and-answer following the event. For more information, call 315-363-5642.

Summer Fun Guide

Sherrill — The city of Sherrill has released its 2019 Summer Fun Guide. This guide contains information about programs and events, parks and facilities, news from organizations and more. This guide is available online at https:// drive.google.com/file/d/111 JBaAmqWbGCHWL9Boxe dTwIUMpsGYTm

Food Pantry open

Vernon — The Holy Family Church Food Pantry on Peterboro Road in Vernon serves families in Vernon, Vernon Center, Sherrill, Oneida Castle and Oriskany Falls. The food pantry is open the first and third Monday and Friday of every month. Monday is open 5-6:30 p.m. and Friday is open 9:30-11 a.m. Fresh food is the fourth Thursday of every month open 3-4:30 p.m.

Upcoming dates for the food pantry are: Thursday, May 23.

‘Joe Time’ coffee shop

Rome — New York State Senate Deputy Minority Leader Joseph Griffo, R- 47, invites the public to join him at Copperccino’s in Rome on Friday, May 24, from 6:30-8:30 a.m., for his latest “Joe Time” coffee shop conversation. Griffo has hosted “Joe Time” sessions as a way to interact with and to hear from constituents in a casual and relaxed setting. This Friday, WKAL 1450 will join Griffo to broadcast their morning show live.

Courthouse tour signup

Wampsville — On Saturday, May 25, the Madison County Courthouse will have a grand re-opening after a year and a half of restoration. A special guided tour of the newly renovated courthouse will be offered that will feature a history of the building and the efforts made to restore key historic aspects including the stained glass windows, marble flooring, portraits and more. Guided tours will begin at 2 p.m. and start every 15 minutes until 5 p.m. Tours will take approximately one hour. To avoid lines and get a guaranteed spot, visit the Madison County website and sign up for a time slot. For questions or more information, email courthousecelebration@madisoncounty. ny.gov.

Stockbridge Memorial Day parade

Munnsville — The town of Stockbridge will hold a Memorial Day ceremony and parade on Sunday, May 26, beginning at 9 a.m. with the annual parade. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. at Stockbridge Park, followed by a concert by Matt & Thelma Chase from noon to 3 p.m. at Carlon Field. Fireworks will finish off the day at 9 p.m. at Carlon Field. Parade grand marshall is Donald Dymes and guest speaker is Assemblyman John Salka, R-121.

Durhamville Memorial Day

Durhamville — The Durhamville (ANM) Veterans Club will hold its 69th annual Memorial Day service on Monday, May 27, in Durhamville at 9:30 a.m. at the World War I Memorial at the corner of Broad and Foster streets, where the Color Guard will perform a wreath laying ceremony. This ceremony will be immediately followed by a Memorial Day service at the clubhouse on the corner of Canal and John streets. This year’s guest speaker will be Ken Bundy, who served as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. A reception, open to the public, will be held immediately following the service.

Senior coffee

Munnsville — The Stockbridge Methodist Church on Route 46 in Munnsville will host a senior coffee on Tuesday, May 28, from 9-11 a.m. at the church. Refreshments will be served. This event is free of charge. For more information, call Tamie at 315-495-6660.

Cazenovia— The Cazenovia Public Library will show the 1954 film “Track of the Cat” at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 in the Community Room. The film is based on a 1949 adventure novel of the same name by Walter Van Tilburg Clark. During a harsh winter in northern California, members of a ranching family squabble at home while the two oldest sons hunt for a panther that is killing their livestock. Track of the Cat is rated approved and runs 102 minutes. Free popcorn provided.

Brindisi Herkimer town hall

Herkimer — Congressman Anthony Brindisi, D-22, will hold his May town hall on Thursday, May 30 at 6 p.m. at Herkimer County Community College. This event is free and open to all members of the community.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’

Cazenovia— The Cazenovia Public Library will present two free screenings of “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” at 3:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 31 in the Community Room. The 2019 computer- animated fantasy film is the sequel to “How to Train Your Dragon 2” and the final installment in the “How to Train Your Dragon” film trilogy. The plot centers on Hiccup’s search for a dragon utopia called “The Hidden World.” The movie is rated PG and runs 104minutes. Free popcorn provided.

Spring Fun(d) Day

Cleveland — The Cleveland United Methodist Church will hold its 34th annual Spring Fun(d) Day on May 31 from 5-8 p.m. There will be a rummage and bake sale, as well as food. On June 1 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. will be a rummage and bake sale, chicken BBQ, games and bounce house, food, and music from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a charity auction at noon provided by Messier’s Auction Service.

Stand Against Povery

Utica — Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency will hold the “Stand Against Poverty Parade” at its Utica Community Action Access Point (CAAP), 1100 Miller St, on May 31 at 11:30 a.m. with a walk leaving the CAAP and proceeding to the Agency’s Calvary Site, 308 South St., and returning to the CAAP. At the CAAP at approximately noon, event speakers will talk about the problems and possible solutions for poverty in our community. Scheduled to speak are Congressman Anthony Brindisi, D-22, and Amy Turner, executive director, MVCAA. The event is free and open to the public.

Community Art Wall at Sherrill Library

Sherrill — The Sherrill Kenwood Library Community Art Wall for the month of May will display the work of young artists, ages 2-5, who attend Cornue’s Children Corner. The display exhibits the students play. Cornue’s Children Corner has been serving children in Sherrill and the surrounding communities for over 20 years. The Community Art Wall currently has openings the months of July and December. Anyone interested in displaying and sharing their talent please contact the library at 315363-5980.

Brookfield alumni picnic

Brookfield — The Brookfield Central School Alumni Picnic will be held on Sunday, June 2, starting at 1 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Bring a dish to pass and table service. Beverages will be provided. Classes ending in 9 and 4 will be honored. All Brookfield Central School graduates (and guests) are welcome. For information, visit www. brookfieldcsd.org.

Adirondack Mountain Club

New Hartford — The Iroquois Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club will hold its annual picnic meeting on Tuesday, June 4, from 5-8 p.m. at Sherrill Brook Park, New Hartford, Pavilion No. 3. All members and nonmembers are invited to attend. Bring a dish to share and your own place setting. The club will provide hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks.

‘Cutting the Cord’

Cazenovia— The Cazenovia Public Library will host a presentation by librarian Caren Bertrand titled “Cutting the Cord to Cable TV” at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 6 in the Community Room. Bertrand is a technology librarian for the MidYork Library System. She will explain the options available outside of cable, including Hulu, library services, Fire Stick and Netflix.

Craft Festival applicants wanted

Richfield Springs — Applications are currently being accepted for the 40th annual Friendship Craft Festival, sponsored by the Church Of Christ Uniting in Richfield Springs. It will take place on Saturday, June 8 from9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Spring Park on Route 20. For information, an application and festival details go to www.rschurchofchristuniting.com or call Lani King at 315-858-9451.

Sherrill — The city of Sherrill will hold its annual Kids Fishing Derby for children ages 15 and younger on Saturday, June 8, at Sherrill Pond. Sign-ups begin at 11 a.m. and each child will receive a goody bag with fish supplies. Fishing will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Every registered child will receive a door prize. Grand prizes will be awarded at 2 p.m. Age groups are ages 5 and younger; ages 6-7; ages 8-9; and ages 10-15. The derby is free. Food and drinks will be available.

Lakeside Farmers Market

Bridgeport — The opening of the Lakeside Farmers Market will be held on Thursday, June 13 from 3-7 p.m. at the Bridgeport United Methodist Church on North Rd. in Bridgeport. The market will operate every Thursday throughout the summer. Vendors who are interested are advised to call the Bridgeport United Methodist Church at 315- 633-9745 or Judy Shepard at 315-378-7759.

Clinton Garden Club

Deansboro — The Clinton Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale on Saturday, June 22, from10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Keyes Brook Farm, 3129 Route 12B, Deansboro. The day will include a garden cafe, farm tours for children, and a floral competition and display.

‘Kafka’s Metamorphosis’

Hamilton, N.Y. — Join Arts at the Palace on Saturday, June 29 at 7 p.m. for Kafka’s “Metamorphosis: The Musical.” Book, music and lyrics byMatt Chiorini; additional music and lyrics by Travis Newton. There will be a talk back with the creator and cast after the show to discuss the play’s development. Tickets are $20 per person. For further information or to purchase tickets, visit artsatthepalace.org or call 315-824-1420.

Vernon Center Old Home Day

Vernon Center — The 42 Vernon Center Old Home Day will take place in the park on Aug. 3. The day begins with a parade led by the Madison Central School Band and continues with a day of music provided by Fritz’s Polka Band andMatt Chase. Barbecue chicken dinners will be available all day. Children’s games include a Kids Tractor Pull at noon, craft, collectibles, fleak markets antique cars and tractors are scheduled. For vendor info, call 315-335-9735 or email at vernoncenterumwomen@ gmail.com.

Family STEAMnight

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program at the Oneida Public Library, families with children can learn together about the Science, Technology, Engineering Art and Math movement. Family STEAM Night will run through the month of May every Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Canastota/Lenox seniors

Canastota — The Canastota/ Lenox Seniors Club invites all residents of the town of Lenox and the village of Canastota who are 50 years of age or older to join their social group. Dues are $5 per year and gives the opportunity to meet and travel to plays/entertainment venues around NYS and beyond. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month from March through December at the VFWHall, 3835 Canal Road Canastota, usually at 1:30 p.m. Notice of meetings is always posted in the Oneida Dispatch. For more information, call Alice at 315-796-8998 or Dominic at 315-684-9738.

Lakeside Walkers

Sylvan Beach — The “Lakeside Walkers” walking group will meet in Sylvan Beach on Sundays at 2 p.m. and Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. The groupwill begin at the picnic table closest to the bath house. Those interested in setting up walking times or checking in to see meeting times can visit www. meetup.com/Lakeside-Walkers. On that site, different walking times and levels of difficulty will be posted and any weather cancellations. Those interested in organizing walks in other communities are also welcome to use the website. For more information, call Cindy Scott at 315-245-5962 or email SarahScott3030@gmail.com.

‘Decorative Threads’

Clinton — “Decorative Threads” is the current display at the Clinton Historical Society. There are dresses, smocks, and shirts from the mid to late 19th century as well as a large collection of lace and beaded purses. All of these items show the workmanship of the mid to late Victorian period, whether made by hand or later by machine. It was often women who worked hard to perfect their designs as wearing lace and embellishments on clothing was an important sign of status and prosperity. The historical society is openWednesdays and Saturdays from 1-4 p.m.

5-hour course offered

BOCES Consortium for Continuing Education currently holds the approved DMV NYS pre-licensing 5 hour course at the following locations most Saturday’s from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rome YMCA, 301 W. Bloomfield St., Rome, and the Oneida Rec Center, 217 Cedar St., Oneida. Class is also held the first Thursday of every month from January to June 2019 from 4-9 p.m. at Hamilton High School, 24 W. Kendrick Ave., Hamilton. The cost is currently $50, payable by cash or check to Madison-Oneida BOCES. You must have a valid picture Learner’s Permit in order to attend. No pre-registration necessary. For more information, call 315-361-5800.