Calendar

Monday, September 6

Morrisville Public Library Closed: In observance of Labor Day. It reopens Tuesday, September 7at 10a.m.

Oneida closures: Oneida City Hall and Oneida City Court will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

Tuesday, September 7

Common Council: The Oneida Common Council will meet in the Council Chambers, 109N. Main St., Oneida, at 6:30p.m.

New Morrisville Library hours: The library will be open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12p.m.-7p.m., Tuesday/thursday 10a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday 10a.m. to 1 p.m. (These hours will last through winter. The weekend of Memorial Day, summer hours will return.

Sherrill Garden Club meeting: 6p.m. at the Sherrill-kenwood Library, 543Sherrill Rd, Sherrill, NY. Final plans for the Mum/bake sale on September 11at the CAC will be discussed. Marilyn Findley will demonstrate how to create a flower arrangement using flowers gathered from her gardens. The public is invited to attend and new members are always welcome.

ADK Mountain Club meeting:

The Iroquois Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club will resume their in-person meetings at 7p.m. at The First Baptist Church in New Hartford. The guest speaker will be Stu Miller presenting on the Sherrill Brook Park Community Forest Coalition. This coalition comprises a group of residents and several organizations to preserve and enlarge Sherrill Brook Park in the towns of New Hartford and Kirkland. Non-motorized trails would be enhanced and created to connect these two towns. Stu is a resident of New Hartford and enjoys many outdoor activities, specifically fishing and pickleball. Wednesday, September 8 Board meeting: Gerald Fiorini, chairman of the Oneida County Board of Legislators, has announced the agenda for the next scheduled meeting of the Board to be held on September 8, 2021. Committee(s) of the Board and/or subcommittees will meet according to the following schedule on that day: 12p.m. — Ways & Means. 2p.m. — Full Board Session. Both meetings will be held in the legislative chamber. All meetings can be viewed at the Board of Legislators Facebook Page.

Friday, September 10 Rummage and Bake Sale: New Hope Christian Community Church, 1904W. Road. (Rt. 46) Oneida, 13421, is hosting its Annual Rummage & Bake Sale from 9a.m.-4 p.m. on Friday. On Saturday, Sept. 11, a bag sale will take place 9 a.m.-2p.m. Donations are appreciated and will be accepted Aug. 29 through Sept. 7. Masks and social distancing are required.

United Way Luncheon: The United Way of Madison County will host its annual Kickoff Luncheon fundraiser from noon to 1:30p.m. in a drive-thru fashion on Mott St, Oneida, NY (same location as 2020). Tickets for the drive-thru bagged lunch, provided by 31Express Deli and Grocery, are on sale online for $15each. Menu includes a turkey wrap, mac salad, a cookie, and chips. Raffle tickets ($1each) are also available for purchase for a chance to win over 20 prizes. The United Way supports 14local agencies that offer services and assistance to those in need. Raffle and lunch tickets should be purchased no later than September 7at 5p.m. To order tickets, visit the Untied Way of Madison County’s Facebook page and search for the 2021Luncheon in the events section. This will direct you to a link to order tickets online.

Saturday, September 11 9⁄11 Ceremony: The City of Oneida

is having a Memorial Ceremony at noon to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 9⁄11 terror attacks. The event will be in front of City Hall located at 109N. Main St., Oneida. The Ceremony will include a wreath setting by the Police and Fire Departments, a prayer invocation, and benediction. The public is welcome to attend.

Fall Mum and Bake Sale: The Sherrill Garden Club will hold a Fall Mum and Bake Sale from 9-noon at the Community Activity Center, 139East Hamilton Ave, Sherrill, NY. There are many colors to choose from. All mums are $8 in 8-inch pots. There will be pies, cookies, and small breads for sale as well.

Chicken and Biscuit Dinner: At

the Vernon United Methodist Church, located on Route 5in Vernon. Starting at 4:00p.m., going until sold out. This event is drive-thru only. Menu includes: chicken and gravy with homemade biscuits, green beans, carrots, and cupcakes for dessert. $12cash only. Watercross Championships: Located on the Sylvan Beach beach front, the East Coast Watercross Tour Championships will take place 9/11 and 9/12 from 10a.m. to 5p.m. This is a family-friendly event, no admission fee. For more information, visit the East Coast Watercross Facebook page or contact East Coast Watercross President Christopher Yates at info@eastcoastwatercross.com

Sunday, September 12

Clinton Historical Society event:

At 2:00p.m. at the Clinton Historical Society (1Fountain St., Clinton) David Garrett will once again present “The Story of Amish in Our Area.” Garrett’s popular talk will touch on a variety of topics including: origin, Orders, the Church, education, dress, marriage, transportation, and community ties. The stories he will share are of his experiences with Amish friends and neighbors over the past 25years.this program is free and open to the public, and all persons interested in the history of the area are invited to attend. Face masks are requested to be worn by all at this time.

Pedal for Autism: With 1 in 54 kids diagnosed with autism each day, help The Kelberman Center to promote understanding and awareness of autism through a 10 or 20-mile charity bike ride that will take place at Woods Valley in Rome. The Pedal for Autism, with lead sponsor Birch Wealth Management, will be an enjoyable way to spend a morning to help raise funding for children, adults, and their families who receive Kelberman Center services. Please visit kelbermancenter.org and click Pedal for Autism from the homepage to register by August 27. For more information, please contact Kelly Carinci, Chief Development Officer at The Kelberman Center, at kelly.carinci@kelbermancenter.org. The Kelberman Center is the leading provider of autism services for children, adults, and families in the Mohawk Valley and CNY.

Chicken BBQ: For the Chittenango Fire Department Auxillary. Drive-thru only. Please enter the parking lot on the north street side of the building. The event starts at noon. The menu is as follows: chicken, baked beans, mac salad, and brownie. Dinners will be $10. Chicken only: $8. Kids: $8. Any questions please contact Cathy House (315) 415-5357

Sunday School registration: Augusta Oresbyterian Church, 2345Route 26, Augusta, will hold Sunday School registration at 10a.m. All children are welcome to attend Sunday School, which is held during the second half of morning worship. All are invite to attend.

Antique Car Show: The Mohican Model A Ford Club will hold its 60th annual Antique Car Show and Flea Market at the Wampsville Firemen’s Field from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There is no admission charge for visitors, but they are encouraged to contribute toward show expenses by purchasing raffle tickets to win several hundred dollars in prizes. Raffle tickets are available only on the show field from members. About 800 cars covering the years 1900 to 1989 will be exhibited. Over 150 Flea Market vendors will offer both automotive and general antiques, collectibles etc. Another feature of the show is the “Car Corral” where owners can display antique cars for sale. The show goes on, rain or shine. Check the website: www.mohicanmodela.weebly.com for more detailed information.