Community

The Fulton Community Band formed 20 years ago in February of 1992.   Paul Sherman, an art teacher at G. Ray Bodley High School and a performer of many musical instruments, sent out a notice to all teachers hoping to form a faculty band.

The German Academic Exchange Service has awarded SUNY Oswego student Elizabeth de Reeder two scholarships to study in Germany for a year, starting in July.

Meteorologist Jim Teske, from Channel 9 WSYR, recently visited Granby Elementary School. He spoke with sixth grade students in Mr. McNamara’s class about severe weather as part of their science curriculum.

Jimmy D and the Jury is sure to have the “Bundle of Bucks” raffle party rocking on May 19 at the Oswego Elks Lodge. With more than 400 people expected to attend, the annual event has become an afternoon of fun for all, especially if you turn out to be one of 15 cash prize winners in the raffle drawing.

Area students can still sign up for Oswego Hospital’s MASH Camp (Medical Academy of Science and Health) to be held Aug. 1 and 2. The deadline to register has been extended until May 18. The camp is open to students entering the eighth or ninth grade in the fall.

Several local residents are candidates for associate degrees and certificates this year at Herkimer County Community College. There are 660 candidates for the associate degree and 67 candidates for certificates.

Springside at Seneca Hill is recognizing its many veterans during the month of May and pays special tribute to Lois and Don White, who spent their military careers in the U.S. Air Force.

Summer construction at SUNY Oswego will feature the kickoff of a $17.2 million project to connect and put a welcoming face on the School of Education’s two buildings and to renovate Park Hall, the second-oldest structure on campus.

Fulton’s G. Ray Bodley High School Jazz Band is scheduled to perform at the 31st Annual Fulton Memorial Day Salute on Friday, May 25 at 5 p.m.