Oswego County Opportunities recently honored Elizabeth Liberti and Robin France of OCO’s Education Services with the Outstanding Employee Award. Nominated by fellow employees, the pair was recognized for their commitment, resourcefulness and dedication to OCO and those they serve.
The 450 employees from affiliate’s St. Luke Health Services, Bishop’s Commons and Michaud Residential Health Services had the chance to participate in a Wellness Fair which took place recently at St. Luke in Oswego. The Wellness Fair offered staff a wide range of information about issues affecting health and well-being.
Lakeside Artisans welcomes its newest artist, Bert Leighton, and her solar paintings. Leighton, a retired elementary teacher who lives in Oswego, has studied art with nationally known watercolorists in numerous workshops from Maine to Florida.
The public is invited to a free Safety Seat Check at Oswego Lowe’s, Route 104 on Saturday. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to noon. Fun family activities and games sponsored by Lowes and area agencies available all day long.
The upcoming events and activities at SUNY Oswego include the following:
The 22nd annual CNY Great Pumpkin Festival entertainment lineup features live bands both days. It will be held on Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the heart of Oswego at Washington Square Park.
Come to Oswego’s Historic Maritime District to see antique and modern fire and emergency equipment up close. On September 28 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., dozens of vehicles from across New York State, as well as Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts will be displayed along West First Street, from the Oswego Railroad Museum to the H. Lee White Museum and Maritime Center.
Hundreds of families turned out for the Lanigan Elementary School Open House on Tuesday. Building principal Jeff Hendrickson along with classroom teachers and the district’s Director of Literacy and UPK, Carri Waloven, were on hand to talk to parents.
Granby Elementary School wrapped up the second week of the school year with a back to school kick-off celebration. Sponsored by the Granby Parent-Teacher Group, the celebration gathered the school’s entire learning community for a fun and engaging opportunity to celebrate the start of a new school year.
On September 13, the Sandy Creek Comets dedicated not only the stadium press box in honor of long-time teacher and Comet fan, Susan Bitz, the football team dedicated their season to her as well. “Life is good, it’s just not the same without her.”
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