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Cooperstown Winter Festival Still On Despite Forecasted Storm

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 13:42:39 +0000

To say the folks in Cooperstown come from hardy stock may be the understatement of the year. Even with a winter storm on the way organizers say the long scheduled Cooperstown Winter Carnival will go on-rain or shine..or should that be snow storm or shine.

Cooperstown Winter Carnival February 8 – 10

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:10:55 +0000

If you’re looking for some winter fun, head to Cooperstown this weekend for the Cooperstown Winter Carnival. My wife and I attended this event a few years ago and had a great time. Here are the details from cooperstowncarnival.com: The Winter Carnival Committee proudly announces that the 2013 Carnival will be held on February 8, [...]

Scottish Games and Celtic Festival Tomorrow [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 11:45:29 +0000

I remember the first time I went to the Scottish games at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. I happened upon a strange competition wherein several burly men were attempting to throw what looked like telephone poles. I later learned that this was called a caber throw, one of a number of traditional Scottish games that will be featured at tomorrows Scottish Games and Celtic Fest. According to their official website there is much more to see and do.

Scottish Games Returning In August

Townsquare Media — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 20:18:28 +0000

Returning this August to Long Branch Park in Liverpool is the Central New York Scottish Games and Celtic Festival. Starting at 9 A.M., solo bagpiping, drumming, and dancing competitions will take place. Mac Talla Mor and Old Friends will perform traditional Scottish music as you explore the clan tents, games and vendors. The Ceilidh is [...]

Peterboro To Host Annual Hometown Day

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 16:08:15 +0000

If you’re looking for something to do with the family, Peterboro may be the place to go. The hamlet is hosting its annual Hometown Day celebration, with food, music and activities for the entire family. Starting at 10 a.m. on August 5th, those attending can get involved in several events, including a sack race, frog [...]

Chittenango "Oz-Stravaganza" This Weekend

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 31 May 2012 08:29:40 +0000

Click your heels three times and say "There's no place like..Chittenango". Chances are you'll then be heading to the village of Chittenango's annual "Oz-Stravaganza" this weekend. According to the festivals website the theme this year is "The Witches Of Oz" with lots of fun activities planned for the entire family. Just in case you are new to "Oz-mania" there is a reason that the village holds this
"Wizard of Oz" celebration.

Calories Found In Food At The Fair

Zach Effrog — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 05:00:34 +0000

Well, it's summer, the sun is shining and the temperatures are hot--it's a perfect combination for those fun fairs and festivals. And, for some, it's a great opportunity to feast on the many delicacies that are found at the events. Sometimes, it's just too hard to resist a deep-fried Twinkie or fried dough, right? FatFighterTV.com has released a list of "typical" fair food and how many calories and how much fat are in each of our favorite treats.