Oswego County Federal Credit Union’s Avery, Johnson Named as ’40 Under 40′ Winners

Posted on May 15, 2013 by ChirelloMarketing

Oswego County Federal Credit Union, recently announced that Atom Z. Avery, 33, a member of their board, and Aimee Johnson, vice president, lending were among those earning an Oswego County 40 Under 40 award, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO.

“We are thrilled that Atom and Aimee have received this honor,” Carhart said. “They both bring high energy, enthusiasm and new ideas to our credit union. In addition, Atom was also recently recognized by the Credit Union Times as one of ten under 40 credit union board of directors members across the country who bring innovative ideas to credit unions for their growth and success ”

Atom Avery
’40 Under 40′ Winner

OCFCU opened a new Oswego office in January on the corner of East Fourth and Bridge streets. It replaced its former East Seventh Street location and is more than twice its size.

In Dec. 2010, OCFCU opened a brand new office in Mexico at 5828 Scenic Ave. (Route 3) where they converted and renovated the village’s former railroad depot into a modern credit union, Carhart said. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.

The credit union’s third office is at 300 West First St. in Oswego.

Founded in 1975, OCFCU is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative association, which serves more than 7,500 members from throughout Oswego County. OCFCU’s charter was revised in early 2007 so that anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Oswego County is eligible to join.

Aimee Johnson
’40 Under 40′ Winner

OCFCU’s 300 West First St. office can be reached at 326-0138 and the East Bridge Street office can be reached at 343-7822.

The 5530 Scenic Ave. (Route 3) Mexico office can be reached at 963-2722.

Further information can also be found online at www.oswegofcu.com

Oswego County Federal Credit Union Joins ‘Christmas In Mexico’ Festivities

Posted on November 14, 2012 by ChirelloMarketing

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU) in Mexico will again be sponsoring “Santa’s Station Coloring Contest” as part of the village’s annual Christmas In Mexico, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 1, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO.

All children who visit the branch that day may have their picture taken with Santa. Entries for the coloring contest are open to all children ages 2-12 and they don’t have to be an OCFCU member to enter.

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU) in Mexico is sponsoring the “Santa’s Station Coloring Contest” as part of the village’s annual Christmas In Mexico, Sat. Dec. 1, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO. In 2011, Haylee Gibson of Mexico (above) won first prize, a huge Christmas stocking filled with toys.
First prize is again a huge, 8-feet long Christmas stocking filled with toys and goodies, Carhart said. Second prize is a $50 gift card and third prize is a $25 gift card.

“First prize is a huge, 8-feet long Christmas stocking filled with toys and goodies, Carhart said. “Second prize is a $50 gift card and third prize is a $25 gift card.”

Christmas in Mexico features Mr. and Mrs. Claus, the Friends of Bob Cratchit traveling the village streets, multiple church bazaars, village shop special promotions, a tree lighting, parade, and horse drawn carriage rides. For more information contact Jessica Hofschulte, event chairperson, at themaineventcny@gmail.com.

Founded in 1975, OCFCU is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative association, which serves more than 6,300 members from throughout Oswego County. OCFCU’s charter was revised in early 2007 so that anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Oswego County is eligible to join

The Friends of Bob Cratchit, above, will be traveling the village streets during Christmas in Mexico, Sat. Dec. 1. The event also features Mr. and Mrs. Claus, multiple church bazaars, village shop special promotions, tree lighting, parade, and horse drawn carriage rides. For more information contact Jessica Hofschulte, event chairperson, at themaineventcny@gmail.com.

OCFCU has two offices in Oswego. The 300 W. 1^st St. office can be reached at 326-0138 and the 175 E. 7^th St. office can be reached at 343-7822. The 5530 Scenic Ave. (Route 3) Mexico office can be reached at 963-2722.

Oswego County Federal Credit Union Announces New Oswego Office

Posted on July 31, 2012 by ChirelloMarketing

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU), recently announced that it is proceeding with construction of a new office in Oswego on the corner of E. 4^th and Bridge St, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO.

“Our new office will replace our E. 7^th St. location and provide our members with even more reasons to join us,” Carhart said. “It will be about 3,500 square feet—more than twice the size of our E 7^thoffice—feature two drive-through lanes and a drive-through ATM, among other member amenities.

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU), recently announced that it is proceeding with construction of a new office on the corner of E. 4th and Bridge St, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO. The new office will replace the existing headquarters at 175 E. 7th St., Oswego. Joining Carhart for the announcement at the site of the new office are, from left, are OCFCU Board Members Harrison Greeney, Michael Regan, Jeanne Berlin, Atom Avery and his daughter, Azalia; and JoAnn LaTulip. Next to them, from left: Mary Greeney, vice president, member services; Aimee Johnson, vice president, lending; and Carhart. Construction is expected to begin the week of Aug. 6 and the project will be completed in early winter. OCFCU has two offices in Oswego and one in Mexico. The 300 W. 1st St. office can be reached at 326-0138 and the 175 E. 7th St. office can be reached at 343-7822. The Mexico office can be reached at 963-2722. Further information can also be found online at www.oswegofcu.com

“We expect to be able to begin construction the week of Aug. 6 and finish in early winter.”

OCFCU’s 300 W. 1^st St. office can be reached at 326-0138 and the 175 E. 7^th St. office can be reached at 343-7822. The 5530 Scenic Ave. (Route 3) Mexico office can be reached at 963-2722. . Further information can also be found online at www.oswegofcu.com.

Sandra Scott Travels: It’s A Wonderful Journey

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Submitted article

"It's a Wonderful life Museum" celebrates the iconic Chrisstmas movie of the name

Seneca Falls has received a lot of press lately due to its connection with the film “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

But, there are other great things to do in this canal-side town. Seneca Falls is believed to be the inspiration for the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

It is known that the director, Frank Capra, visited Seneca Falls plus many of the names used in the movie are names familiar to the village.

Historical Society: Visit the Victorian Home that is home Seneca Falls Historical Society

The bridge is similar to the one in the movie. A plaque remembers another tragic account of what really happened on the bridge. While the connection to the classic holiday film is interesting there are other attractions in this Central New York village in addition to the “It’s a Wonderful Life’ Museum.

1. IDEA: Located in the same building as the Wonderful Life Museum, IDEA is a most unique museum dedicated to overcoming the stigma of leprosy. However, the greater goal is to eliminate social injustice worldwide by focusing on the dignity and value of each human being.

2. The Women’s Right National Historic Park: As part of the National Park Service the site preserves several locations associated with the 1848 First Women’s Rights Convention. In the main hall visitors will see the “First Wave,” statues of those who were among the first to promote women’s rights. A video explores the concept of equality.

3. National Women’s Hall of Fame: The Hall of Fame recalls and honors great American women through exhibit. The honored women come from all walks of life having contributed significantly to the fabric of American life and society.

4. The Cayuga-Seneca Canal: The canal gave birth to the village. Today it is a recreational area with docking facilities for boaters. Those without a boat can enjoy a trip along the canal on Mid-Lakes Navigation Company’s Emita II locking through to the Erie Canal.

5. Seneca Falls Historical Society Museum: Tour the 23-room 1880 Queen Anne mansion and step into the Victorian era. The house has much of the original fixtures and furnishings along with extensive lawns, a Seth Thomas clock poised atop a small clock tower, and an outbuilding called the Beehive.

The Weslyean Chapel where First Women’s Rights Convention was held 1848

6. Museum of Waterways and Industry: The museum is an orientation point for local and regional history especially exploring the impact of waterways and industry on the area. There are hands-on exhibits to help children experience an earlier time without today’s machines.

7. Finger Lakes Wine Trails: Seneca Falls is the perfect location from which to visit the more than 70 wineries located in the Finger Lakes Region. There are many nearby wineries offering tastings including Goose Watch, Montezuma, and Swedish Hill.

8. Clarence Hotel: The newly renovated and rebranded hotel is named for George Bailey’s guardian angel. The film plays throughout the day in the lobby. Located in the center of Seneca Falls it is within walking distance to most attractions.

9. Sculpture Trail: Follow the Frank J. Ludovico Sculpture Trail along the canal on an abandoned railroad bed. The art sculptures started as a tribute to the Women’s Rights movement but now there are statues that are associated with Seneca Falls in some way.

10. And: The home of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the organizers of the Seneca Convention. Nature lovers will want to visit Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge with bald eagles and ospreys. Both are just a short drive away.

Mexico resident Sandra Scott and her husband, John, enjoy traveling and sharing that experience with others. She also writes everyday for Examiner.com (rotating on editions … Syracuse Travel, National Destination and Culinary Travel).

Raymond J. Hanley

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Contributor

OSWEGO, NY – Raymond J. Hanley, 72, a resident of Mexico, NY, and Vero Beach, Fla., passed away unexpectedly in Mexico on Saturday Sept. 10, 2011.

Born in Oswego, he was a son of the late Raymond and Ethel (O’Mara) Hanley and was a graduate of St. Paul’s Academy and Oswego Catholic High School.

Mr. Hanley was a member of IBEW #328 for approximately 50 years and had worked on several construction projects throughout the Oswego area.

He was a life member of the Oswego Elks Lodge #271.

He enjoyed hunting, bowling and above all else, was an avid fisherman.

Mr. Hanley served his country for several years as a member of the Coast Guard Reserves.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, the former Amy Ranous; three children, Alan (Cindy) Hanley of Mexico, Karen (John) Washer also of Mexico and Tim (Laurie) Hanley of Las Vegas; five grandchildren, Dustin, Christopher and Morgan Hanley and Johnny and Joshua Washer; a sister, Patricia (Ranald) Bleakley of Marcellus, NY; and a brother, Richard (Ceal) Hanley of Wilmington, NC.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Frederick and Daniel Hanley; and two sisters, Winifred “Chickie” McManus and Mary Munski.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from St. Paul’s Catholic Church.

Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Friends may call at the Dowdle Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association.

OCO Invites Youth To Drop-In

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Contributor

MEXICO, NY – For youth in the greater Mexico area there is an answer to the often-heard statement, “there’s nothing to do.”

Oswego County Opportunities’ Youth Drop-In Center in Mexico offers youth a variety of things to do, all in a safe, relaxed environment.

Youth work on some arts and crafts projects at OCO’s Youth Drop-In Center in Mexico. The center offers visitors a variety of activities.

Located in the Wilcox Center at Spring and Church streets, the center is open Tuesdays from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. during the school year and 2 to 5 p.m. during the summer.

Funded through the US Department of Health and Human Services, the Mexico Drop-In Center, which is open to all youth between the ages of 12 and 20, provides a place where they can spend some leisure time with their friends.

According to Heather Robinson of OCO’s Youth & Family Services, while the center offers a number of games and activities, it is much more than just a place for youth to gather.

“Our drop-in site is very youth driven. We encourage those attending to put their personal touch on the site and really make it their own. We welcome their input on activities they would like to participate in such as group discussions on pertinent issues and summer field trips to the beach, the mall or other places of interest. It’s a great opportunity for youth to take interest in their community,” said Robinson.

While the staff of OCO’s Youth & Family Services supervises the center, Robinson added that she welcomes those interested in becoming youth volunteers at the site.

“Being a youth volunteer is an excellent opportunity to make new friends and gain valuable experience while doing something they enjoy and helping to make the center grow. Youth volunteers assist with decision making, recruitment of new members, outreach sessions, facilitate group meetings and create and implement activities. We value the input we receive from our youth and invite them to help the center evolve in a direction in a way that would appeal to even more youth and increase participation,” said Robinson.

For more information, contact Robinson at 315-342-7532 or hrobinson@oco.org

Oswego County Onion Growers Twilight Meeting Set

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Contributor

MEXICO, NY – Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County with generous support from Bejo seed, Crop Production Services, Syngenta, and Helena Chemical will present the annual “Oswego County Onion Growers Twilight Meeting” June 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the John Dunsmoor Farm, 777½ County Route 53 in Oswego.

This 2-hour on-farm meeting that will provide crucial, in season research to aid onion growers with their management decisions to keep them profitable.

This meeting will emphasize strategies to prevent economic loss from onion pests and how growers can assure they are getting the right amount of pesticide with sprayer calibration.

Topics to be discussed include:

5-6 p.m. – “Update on Onion Insect Pests” – Dr. Brian Nault, Associate Professor Department of Entomology Cornell University New York State Agricultural Experiment Station will present on controlling onion insects and update growers on new insecticide treatments available in 2011.

6-7 p.m. – “Hitting the mark, Getting the Right Amount of Pesticide at the Right Time” – A sales representative from GVM will show onion growers how to adjust and properly calibrate their spraying equipment to get the right amount of pesticide at the right time saving money and providing less of an environmental impact.

Two New York State Recertification Credits have been approved in categories 1a, 10 & 23.

The cost of the program is $10 and dinner will follow.

Registration is required by June 17.

To register, call Cornell Cooperative Extension at 315-963-7286, ext. 201.

Please contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County if you have special needs.

Oswego County Federal Credit Union, Make-A-Wish, Team Up For ‘Summer Of Dreams’

Posted on May 31, 2011 by ChirelloMarketing

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU), has partnered with Make-A-Wish Foundation^® of Central New York to raise $6,000 by Aug. 31 to grant a “wish” for an Oswego County Make –A-Wish child, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO.

“We’re calling it our ‘Summer of Dreams,’” Carhart said. “We’ll be raising the money through donations at all our offices in exchange for special Oswego County Federal Credit Union “wish” apparel we’ve developed for this mission. For example: a $10 donation earns a credit union hat or embroidered grocery tote; a $20 donation earns a Retro ‘Pac-Man’ shirt; and a $30 donation earns a golf polo shirt—all available in a variety of sizes and colors.

Oswego County Federal Credit Union (OCFCU), has partnered with Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central NY to raise $6.000 and grant a “wish” for an Oswego County Make –A-Wish patient, said Bill Carhart, OCFCU CEO. In support of this campaign, OCFCU developed a television commercial taped at the Make-A-Wish Central NY Chapter offices that will air from June through August. Make-A-Wish child Kyle Ford, (center) of Fulton was in OCFCU’s commercial. Joining him are, from left: Olivia Colabufo, manager, program services for Make-A-Wish; Mary Greeney, OCFCU operations manager; Aimee Johnson, OCFCU senior lending officer; and Andrea Marshall, director of development for Make-A-Wish. Ford’s shirt is part of the selection of apparel created by OCFCU for people to receive in return for wish donations. For more information on Make-A-Wish, visit www.cny.wish.org.

“Every donor also receives a Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central New York calendar and the first 100 donors will also receive a free shirt with the “I helped grant a wish” slogan on it with the credit union and Make-A-Wish logos. Every dollar that’s donated goes directly toward granting this wish. The credit union is providing the apparel at no cost to the donor or to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. “ Make-A-Wish Foundation will select the Oswego County wish child whose wish will be adopted.

“The support of Oswego County Federal Credit Union is helping us in three critical areas: raising money, raising awareness and supporting the Adopt-A-Wish^® Program. Even more meaningful to me is Bill Carhart’s personal commitment as a former member of our Board of Trustees. Involving his team and the Oswego Community supports our mission and helps to share the power of a wish^®”, said Diane Kuppermann, executive director, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central New York.

To-date, the Central NY chapter has granted more than 28 wishes since September 1, 2010 and has more than 55 wishes in process. The organization has granted more than 207,000 wishes nationally.

According to their web site (www.cny.wish.org): “Incorporated in 1985, the Make-A-Wish Foundation^® of Central New York, Inc. is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to granting special wishes to children between the ages of 2-1/2 and 18 who are living with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. In granting a favorite wish, the Foundation strives to provide the wish child and family with extra-special memories of joy and laughter, which are in dramatic contrast to the hospital, doctors, and treatment programs. A wish offers a welcome respite – a time for just plain fun!

“The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central New York serves 15 counties: Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, Otsego, St. Lawrence, Tioga & Tompkins. Since 1985 the wishes of more than 1,270 special Central New York kids have come true.”

Come To The Native Circle Touch The Earth Festival This Weekend

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Contributor

MEXICO, NY – The Native Circle Touch the Earth Festival returns to the shores of Great Lake Ontario this weekend.

Admission and parking are free for this two-day event at Mexico Point State Park, just off state Route 104B.

The festival will run from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Native American Music Award-winning groups Cornbred, The Storytellers and Thunder Hawk Singers will take over the festival stage.

Native American Music Award nominees Johnny Lipford and Owl and Dove will also perform along with local favorite Gypsy Red and American Sign Language artist Michelle Johnson.

In addition to award-winning music, storytelling and dance, the festival also features educational programming, arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities and refreshments.

For more details about the festival, call Laura Vannah at 315-963-3820 or visit www.nativecircle.net

Lake Ontario Writer’s Works Part Of Native Circle Touch The Earth Festival

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Contributor

MEXICO, NY – Award-winning author, free lance writer and photographer Susan Peterson Gateley, will share her work for the fourth Native Circle Touch the Earth Festival on May 28 at Mexico Point Park.

Gateley is the author of eight books about Lake Ontario history and ecology.

She has also sold articles and photos to numerous regional and national magazines and newspapers including The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, and Life in the Finger Lakes.

She donated copies of two of her books that contain Indian legends and tales to the silent auction.

Susan Peterson Gateley is part owner and co-captain of the storied schooner "Sara B" docked at Pleasant Beach in Fair Haven.

She said, “I have been preserving stories about our Great Lake since 1980 or there about. You can find some of them at www.silverwaters.com at my blog. Regarding fossils and Indian myths, I find the story about the giant ‘elk’ with an arm like a man told by the St Lawrence Indians to Charlevoix quite intriguing – it sure sounds like a paleo Indian era description of a mammoth to me!”

Passages On Inland Waters includes descriptions of several Jesuit journeys to central New York Oneida and Mohawk villages, and an account of a brave and resourceful Algonkin widow’s wilderness flight after she was taken by Oneidas.

The other donation, Mirages Monsters Myths and Mysteries of Lake Ontario is now out of print, but includes Indian and colonial era tales of monsters, 50-pound salmon, ghost stories and mystery and tragedy.

Gateley operates a seasonal sailing charter business on Lake Ontario and is also associated with the restoration of a historic small schooner, the Sara B that regularly docks at the Pleasant Beach Hotel.

She has organized a storytelling festival at that location for several years each October and recently launched a new endeavor to get children outside what she calls “Beach College.”

The silent auction will held at the Native Circle’s Inaugural Kickoff Gala, May 27 at 6 p.m. at Mexico Point State Park.

Tickets have been lowered to $20 per person until May 20, $25 after.

Historic Mexico Point State Park will once again host the Native Circle Touch the Earth Festival on May 28 and 29 from noon – 5 p.m. daily, featuring award-winning music, entertainment, storytelling, educational presentations, food, arts and crafts vendors, and more.

The festival is sponsored by Oswego County Federal Credit Union, Town of Mexico, Oswego County Department of Community Development, Tourism and Planning, Dynegy Inc. Indpendence Station, Staples Inc., Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Price Chopper Supermarkets, Wegman’s, Stewarts Shops, Oswego Valley Insurance Agency, Oswego County Mutual Insurance Co., Burritt Motors, Port Lodge Motel, KeyBank, Oswego Arts Collaborative, PathFinder Bank, Daddy Ed’s Restaurant, and Mexicali Rose.

For more information about festival events and to purchase tickets for the Inaugural Kickoff Gala visit www.nativecircle.net or call 315-963-3820.

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