Community

Oswego’s Annual Independence Celebration will be marking 50 years of family, fun and fireworks this summer. To celebrate this golden anniversary in style, the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce’s Parade Committee is working on some special attractions for the parade on July 7.

The Minetto United Methodist Church will host a free dinner on April 28. Serving will be from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The menu will be turkey tetrazzini, vegetable, rolls, and dessert.

State Senator Patty Ritchie honored 17 Central and Northern New York women at her 48th Senate District “Women of Distinction” ceremony, held in Watertown on Thursday. Those recognized were nominated by friends, family and community leaders in Oswego, St. Lawrence and Jefferson counties.

On May 18, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Faith United Church, located next to the middle school at 12 Mark Fitzgibbons Drive, will host its annual plant and yard sale. Indoor and outdoor plants will be sold on the church lawn.

Congratulations to Lakeside Artisans’ member Tim Ames on the unveiling of his painting of the USS Oneida, a Brig of War which was built in Oswego and served in the War of 1812.
The painting, commissioned by the Friends of Fort Ontario, was unveiled on April 5 at the reception for the War of 1812 Symposium.

Dr. K. Brad Wray, professor of philosophy and author of an authoritative book on philosopher Thomas Kuhn, is this year’s recipient of the SUNY Oswego President’s Award for Scholarly and Creative Activity.

Developing literacy skills in children at a young age is essential.  Reading not only helps them succeed in school, it introduces them to a world of knowledge and imagination that they may enjoy for a lifetime.

The Oswego County Health Department offers a variety of services to all residents of Oswego County.

The Oswego County Historical Society will hosts its 26th Annual “Not So Silent Auction” fundraiser on April 19 from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at the American Foundry, 242 W. Seneca St.
Admission is $20 and includes a food buffet and cash bar.