The skies over historic Fort Ontario were filled with rain – and kites on Saturday. Dozens of people, young and old, braved the elements to take part in the annual kite fest event. Fort Ontario is the only state park that has kite flying in its mission. In other places, park police could show up and they have the discretion to tell people they can’t fly a kite in the park.
If you are among the anglers who enjoy fishing on the Great Lakes, have you ever caught something you had never seen before? If you answer yes, you are not alone. More than 180 aquatic invasive species (AIS) in the Great Lakes are disrupting food webs, degrading aquatic habitats, and displacing native species. Do you know what to do if you find an AIS at the end of your fishing line?
It has become a popular event for vendors, crafters, flea market enthusiasts, and early Christmas shoppers and it’s here again. CNY Arts Center’s third annual Arts Market is set for Sept. 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the old Nestlé’s Parking lot on Fay Street in Fulton.
The Oswego Hospital Auxiliary will hold its annual fall bazaar on October 9 and 10 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day in the hospital lobby. An Oswego business, Harbor Towne Gifts and Souvenirs, has graciously donated a Winter Frost Church from Dept. 56’s Christmas Village series.
On one Sunday each month, First United Church of Fulton, 33 S. Third St. continues to show, free of charge, full-length movies. Many are newly released. On September 15, starting at 2 p.m., the church will show another enjoyable movie well suited to older adults.
The H. Lee White Museum and Maritime Center is pleased to present its September lecture “The Impact of the War of 1812 at Home and on our Nation” by Michael Pittavino on Sept. 14 at 1:30 p.m.The War of 1812 was a turning point in American history, improving our commerce, industry and technology, which lead to the great westward expansion of the United States.
Opening day in the Oswego City School District saw many new faces in the classrooms.
Carol Burghart is teaching a full-day workshop in Golden Glow, the use of gold gesso as underpainting, on September 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sue Nix is teaching a class in Polymer Clay Art Jewelry on October 19, from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
Located inside Catholic Charities offices at 365 W. First St. the Step By Step Wellness Program is now available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
An opening day barbeque conducted for the 58 students at The BUC as they took up residence in their new home at the Education Center. The cookout, hosted by parents in conjunction with the Oswego City School Food Service program, kicked the year off in fine fashion.
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