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ts goals are to promote the benefits of pet ownership, support pet adoption, make people aware of the benefits of pets for people and people for pets, increase public awareness of services available from professionals who work with animals, and raise awareness of the role, value and contribution to society of working companion animals.

Dufore’s has donated a sterling silver bracelet, to be awarded at the raffle drawing event on May 11 at the Oswego Elks Lodge. The “Bundle of Bucks” Charity Raffle features fifteen cash prizes totaling up to $25,000 with a top prize of $10,000 to a lucky winner when all tickets are sold.

The H. Lee White Marine Museum and Maritime Center  invites residents and visitors alike to join us as we kick off the 2013 summer season the weekend of May 18 and 19 from 1-5 p.m. As part of the celebration, the Maritime Center, which includes the main exhibit building, the National Historic Landmark World War II Tugboat “LT-5,” and NYS Derrick Boat No 8 will be open free of charge both days.

Over its 40 years, RSVP has evolved into a primary means for mature adults ages 55 and older to integrate into the life of their community through programs that emphasize prevention and enable older Americans to age in place. RSVP’s mission is to encourage and foster the development and maintenance of volunteer opportunities that engage, support and enhance the lives of Americans 55-plus, while responding to the priority needs of the community.

Fulton Mayor Ronald Woodward met recently with the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce’s Fulton Project Bloom committee to proclaim Saturday as Mayberry Day in the city of Fulton.

Indie Pop Rock duo SIRSY will perform at Jake’s Grub & Grog, 7 East River Road in Central Square, on June 15. SIRSY is comprised of guitarist Rich Libutti, a lover of The Beatles and Bowie, and singer/drummer Melanie Krahmer, who’s sultry and powerful voice sounds like the love child of Eartha Kitt and Superman.

Fern Schwarz, a resident of Minetto, along with her husband, John, attended the opening performance as guests of director Nancy Fox. “Fern contacted me to tell her own Helen Keller story and I knew she had to share it with everyone,” said Fox. “It was a rare opportunity for contemporary actors to speak directly to someone connected to the title character of the story. It literally brought the story to life.”

On May 15 at 7 p.m. author Margaret Streitenberger and illustrator Jim Arnold will present their latest collaboration, Did The Cow Really Jump Over the Moon? The recently published book is the second in their “Hey Diddle Diddle” series, which captures Margaret’s experiences in her pet-sitting business.

Here in Central and Northern New York, we see yellow ribbons everywhere we go – on trees, bumper stickers, in businesses and prominently displayed outside homes. For a very long time, yellow ribbons have stood as a symbol of support and remembrance of the brave men and women who serve. To help show support for Fort Drum, its soldiers and their families, I am making special Fort Drum yellow ribbons available.