Community
Barry Thompson Tell How Social Networking Changes Business
Banks and other companies are becoming aware of how their reputation and in fact even their survival depend on new technology.
Lighthouses Of Oswego Lecture Series Set
The H. Lee White Marine Museum is pleased to announce a three-part mini lecture series on the topic of the “Lighthouses of Oswego,” featuring Ted Panayotoff, lighthouse historian and city of Oswego Lighthouse Committee chair who will discuss the various lights, the lighthouse keepers and related topics.
United Way Luncheon To Benefit Area Food Pantries
Hosted by Sandy Creek United Methodist Church, 2031 Harwood Drive, just off Route 81 exit 37, the United Way’s Stone Soup Luncheon will be held Sept. 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chamber’s Government and Community Affairs Committee to Host Inaugural State of the Region Breakfast
The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that its Government and Community Affairs Committee will serve as hosts for the Chamber’s inaugural State of the Region Breakfast on Sept. 16 at 8 a.m. at The Oasis in Fulton.
Marine Museum Fall Hours Announced
The H. Lee White Marine Museum, located on the West First Street Pier in Oswego’s Historic Maritime District, is open Monday – Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
OCO Adds Social Media Sites, Accepts Online Donations
Oswego County Opportunities now has the means for people to make donations using their credit card. They’ve added the PayPal function on the website. The agency also has expanded into social media with several Facebook pages, a MySpace page, a Twitter account, and more.
Catholic Charities Announces Fresh Food Distribution
Fresh foods and produce will be available, free of charge to those in need, from 4 until 6 p.m. or until food is gone.
Fall Gala Plans Made
To be held Sept. 16 at the Foundry, the event will feature an elegant evening of fine dining, live entertainment with the Cortini Brothers Jazz Band with Joanna Jewett and Tommy Ciappa on vocals, a performance from comedian Brandon Dyer and a silent auction.
United Way Campaign Chairs Up To Challenge
The United Way’s Annual Campaign officially gets under way with a Kickoff Breakfast to be held Sept. 14 from 8 – 9 a.m. at the American Foundry, Route 104 East (behind The Fajita Grill).