Aug.
4
2021
Utica’s Summer Bucketlist: Part One
After last year, it’s safe to say that many people are looking to get out and explore as much as possible. Whether you’re a local who’s looking for ideas close to home or a visitor, we put together a list of four of our favorite attractions in the area! It’s possible to combine these into… Read more
Jul.
8
2021
Unique U-Pick Farm Experiences!
Summer is great for so many reasons… like sunshine, BBQs, concerts & events to name a few. But something else we love is that it’s GROWING (and picking) season in CNY! With an abundance of farms and agriculture, there’s a huge variety of what you can pick. Check out our list of farms and what… Read more
Jun.
9
2021
Kicking Off Summer
Few people appreciate warm weather like those who live in upstate NY. All it takes is a 60-degree day in May for us to break out our summer outfits and spend the entire day outside. And since our summers are a bit a short (and because last year was so weird), we’re learning that there… Read more
May.
24
2021
“Emma Amos: Color Odyssey” Exhibition Showcases Works by Trailblazing African American Artist at MWPAI
Bold mixed-media paintings by a trailblazing artist who challenged society regarding race, gender, and privilege will be showcased in “Emma Amos: Color Odyssey,” on view June 19 through September 12 in the Museum of Art, Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute. “Emma Amos: Color Odyssey” is a major retrospective of the artist’s distinguished six-decade career. The exhibition features more… Read more
May.
14
2021
County Executive to Launch the 10th Anniversary Summer Season of the Oneida County Public Market
The Oneida County Public Market will kick off its 10th summer season with a ceremonial “vine cutting” by County Executive Anthony J. Picente, Jr. on Saturday, May 15th at 9:00am behind Union Station (321 Main Street) in downtown Utica’s historic Bagg’s Square. The Oneida County Public Market was established in 2011 by County Executive Anthony… Read more
May.
3
2021
Mother’s Day 2021 Gift Guide!
It is officially the time of year where we all panic and try to think of a great gift for our Moms on Mother’s Day. We always encourage you to shop local and celebrate local… And this year, we’re excited to see that there are more in-person events happening! But we also have other options… Read more
Apr.
1
2021
How to Explore the Outdoors While Physical Distancing
Welcome back to our updated 2021 Trails Guide! A year ago, we wrote this blog about exploring the outdoors in Oneida County while remaining safe. So many things are the same as they were a year ago but a lot has also changed. That being said, we wanted to update this guide and add more… Read more
Mar.
30
2021
The Utica Children’s Museum to Hold Spring Break Line-Up of Virtual Activities
The Utica Children’s Museum is closed as they prepare to move and create a new, state-of-the-art museum experience at the Parkway in Utica, but they are still offering unique programming for our region’s children during Spring Break next week from April 5-10. All offerings are free and pre-registration is required. Programs will be presented via… Read more
Mar.
23
2021
Kirkland Art Center Hosts Exhibition of Abstract Sculpture and Quilts
The Kirkland Art Center is hosting an in-person and virtual exhibition of two artists whose vibrant works in different media evoke organic forms and our relationships with them. “Vital Gestures” features sculpture by Rebecca Murtaugh and quilts by Julie Waldas. Murtaugh’s glazed and under-glazed ceramic pieces reflect her interest “in alchemy, the history of objects,… Read more
Mar.
18
2021
