{"id":70488,"date":"2016-07-01T09:37:02","date_gmt":"2016-07-01T13:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=70488"},"modified":"2016-06-30T22:43:25","modified_gmt":"2016-07-01T02:43:25","slug":"events-of-historical-note-12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=70488","title":{"rendered":"Events of Historical Note"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_34991\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34991\" style=\"width: 226px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?attachment_id=34991\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-34991\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34991\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Matt-Urtz-for-web.jpg?resize=226%2C223\" alt=\"Matthew Urtz\" width=\"226\" height=\"223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Matt-Urtz-for-web.jpg?w=226&amp;ssl=1 226w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/madisoncountycourier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Matt-Urtz-for-web.jpg?resize=150%2C148&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-34991\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Matthew Urtz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong><em>On Thursday, June 30<span style=\"font-size: 13.3333px; line-height: 20px;\">,<\/span> at 7 p.m., the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host a special presentation of Shakespeare on Lawn performing \u201cRomeo &amp; Juliet.\u201d<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 With support from the Friends of Lorenzo the Red House Arts Center will present a free performance of \u201cRomeo &amp; Juliet\u201d on the front lawn of the Lorenzo State Historic Site.\u00a0 Six actors, utilizing only a costume rack and trunk of props, will perform all of the roles of one of the most famous plays of all time.\u00a0 The performance is weather dependent.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorenzony.org\/\">www.lorenzony.org<\/a> or call Diane Voss at <a href=\"tel:315-655-3200%2C%20extension%20100\">315-655-3200, extension 100<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>From June 1\u00a0through July 15\u00a0the National Abolitionist Hall of Fame and Museum will host a special Changing American Exhibit entitled \u201cEmancipation Proclamation 1863 and the March on Washington 1963.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>This special traveling display will only be available for viewing during the month of June during the weekend hours of <span data-term=\"goog_1656755400\">1-4 pm<\/span> and for special events.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalabolitionhalloffameandmuseum.org\/\">www.nationalabolitionhalloffameandmuseum.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday, July 2<span style=\"font-size: 13.3333px; line-height: 20px;\">,\u00a0<\/span>and Sunday, July 3<span style=\"font-size: 13.3333px; line-height: 20px;\">,\u00a0<\/span>from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755402\">10 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/span> the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host the CAVAC annual Arts and Crafts Show.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 More than 100 artisans are featured at this show and admission is free.\u00a0 At <span data-term=\"goog_1656755403\">2:00 pm<\/span> a free 20-minute guided tour (weather permitting) highlighting the history of Lorenzo\u2019s formal garden will be offered.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorenzony.org\/\">www.lorenzony.org<\/a> or call Jackie Roshia at <a href=\"tel:315-655-3200%2C%20extension%20106\">315-655-3200, extension 106<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Sunday, July 3,\u00a0at 2 p.m., the National Abolitionist Hall of Fame and Museum will host a special presentation by City of Rochester Historian Christine Ridarsky.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Ridarsky will speak about the discovery of a never before published photo of Frederick Douglass. She will show a brief documentary about the restoration and speak briefly on his life in Rochester. There is no charge for this event. Light refreshments will be served. For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.peterborony.org\/\">www.peterborony.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday, July 5<span style=\"font-size: 13.3333px; line-height: 20px;\">,<\/span> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755406\">3 to 7 p.m.<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, <!--more-->herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>From Tuesday July 5<sup>th<\/sup> July 5 to <span data-term=\"goog_1656755408\">Friday July 8<\/span>, from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755409\">9:00 am to 12:30 pm<\/span> the Clay Historical Association will host their annual History Camp\u00a0 for children the ages of 9-12 years at the Clay Historical Park, 4939 Route 31, Clay.<\/em><\/strong> Campers will learn how the Colonists lived including many hands-on activities such as: creating corn husk dolls, corn checkers and checker boards, tinsmithing, and more.\u00a0 Snacks will be provided. The fee for camp is $25. For more information regarding History Camp, please call Cindy at <a href=\"tel:315-935-4365\">315-935-4365<\/a>.\u00a0 To register please go to the Town of Clay Parks &amp; Recreation or call 652-3800 ex. 139.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Friday July 8<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755411\">8:00 pm to 10:00 pm<\/span> the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host a special free concert on the historic front lawn.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Bring your own seating to enjoy this annual event.\u00a0 Picnic dinners are available by pre-order.\u00a0 For more information about the event or how to support this special evening at a pre-concert fundraising dinner in the Ellen Shipman garden, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorenzony.org\/\">www.LorenzoNY.org<\/a> or call Diane Voss at <a href=\"tel:%28315%29%20655-3200%2C%20extension%20100\">(315) 655-3200, extension 100<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday July 9<sup>th<\/sup> at 2:00 pm the National Abolitionist Hall of Fame and Museum\u2019s Cultural Diversity Committee host a special presentation entitled \u201cResisting the New Jim Crow.\u201d\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The committee will examine how NAHOF\u2019s mission to \u201ccomplete the second and ongoing abolition\u201d relates to \u201cresisting the New Jim Crow.\u201d\u00a0 There is no charge for this event.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.peterborony.org\/\">www.peterborony.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Starting Monday July 11<sup>th<\/sup> and running through Friday July 15<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755415\">9:30 am to 1:30 pm<\/span>each day the Oneida Community Mansion will host an onsite day camp for children aged 7 to 12.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Campers will explore the entire 33-acre National Historic Landmark site under the expert guidance of history educators, naturalists and anthropologists.\u00a0 Activities include hands-on inquiry-based explorations of 19<sup>th<\/sup> and early 20<sup>th<\/sup> century buildings and objects, local natural science and local ecology.\u00a0 The camp fee is $40 for Mansion House Members and $50 for no-members.\u00a0 Space is limited and registration closes on July 6<sup>th<\/sup>.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/\">www.oneidacommunity.org<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:315-363-0745\">315-363-0745<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Monday July 11<sup>th<\/sup> at 7:00 pm the Fabius Historical Society will host Dr. Pamela L. Poulin at the Fabius Community Center.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Poulin will portray professional flag maker Mary Pickersgill who made the 32 x 40 flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the National Anthem.\u00a0 There is no charge for this event.\u00a0 Refreshments will be served following the program.\u00a0 For more information please call Sandy Beglinger at <a href=\"tel:315-683-5878\">315-683-5878<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday July 12<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755419\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Friday July 15<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0 starting at <span data-term=\"goog_1656755421\">6:00 pm<\/span> the Onondaga Historical Association will host a special \u201cDig from the Ditch\u201d ghost walk at Camillus Erie Canal Park.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Meet quaint and colorful characters and get the scoop on central New York\u2019s Erie Canal Past.\u00a0 Tours begin promptly at <span data-term=\"goog_1656755422\">6:00 pm<\/span> and will start every 15 minutes until <span data-term=\"goog_1656755423\">7:15<\/span>.\u00a0 Tickets are $10 for Onondaga Historical Association Members and $15 for non-members.\u00a0 For more information or to reserve a time please call <a href=\"tel:315-428-1864\">315-428-1864<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday July 16<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755425\">8:00 am until 5:00 pm<\/span> the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host the 40<sup>th<\/sup> annual Lorenzo Driving Competition.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Come and see this display of horse and carriage skill, timing, and style.\u00a0 Exhibits, sales, refreshments and demonstrations are also offered.\u00a0 Admission to the show is free.\u00a0 For more information, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorenzodriving.com\/\">www.lorenzodriving.com<\/a> or contact co-managers Tim Williams (<a href=\"mailto:twillit3@yahoo.com\">twillit3@yahoo.com<\/a>)or Lisa Shotzberger (<a href=\"mailto:fredshotz@yahoo.com\">fredshotz@yahoo.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday July 16<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755427\">10:00 am to 12:00 pm<\/span> the Oneida Community Mansion House will host an old-fashioned country fair.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Step back in time and enjoy classic fair games and entertainment from years ago.\u00a0 Admission is $7 for families.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/\">http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Monday July 18<sup>th<\/sup> at 7:00 pm the Town of Madison Historical Society welcomes author Mishell Magnusson who will speak about the history of the Village of Madison.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Magnusson published <em>Images of American and Madison in Hamilton <\/em>which features images of the two towns.\u00a0 The talk is in recognition of the Village of Madison Bicentennial this year.\u00a0 The talk will feature images not included in the book.\u00a0 Light refreshments will be served.\u00a0 There is no charge for this event but donations are encouraged.\u00a0 For more information please call <a href=\"tel:315-729-8323\">315-729-8323<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday July 19<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755430\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Wednesday July 20<sup>th<\/sup> at 11:00 am the Hamilton Public Library will host a special daytime talk with local resident Arnold Fisher.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Fisher was first elected Madison County Clerk in 1958 and served in that role until 1973 when he was appointed the NYS Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.\u00a0 He is a lifelong resident and will talk about his experiences in the local community. There is no charge for this event.\u00a0 Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library.\u00a0 For more information please contact <a href=\"tel:315-824-3060\">315-824-3060<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Wednesday July 20<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755433\">8:00 am to 5:00 pm<\/span> the Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum will host a free 8-hour teachers workshop for teachers grade 4-12.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Teachers should bring bagged lunch for themselves and a snack\/beverage to share.\u00a0 To register please email<a href=\"mailto:rstephens@fmschools.org\">rstephens@fmschools.org<\/a> with your name, grade you teach and school district.\u00a0 There is a limited sealing so sign up before it is too late!<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Thursday July 21<sup>st<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755435\">6:00 pm to 8:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a FREE concert featuring Fritz\u2019s Polka Band sponsored by the City of Oneida Parks and Recreation Department.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Bring your family some blankets and chairs and enjoy this free event.\u00a0 There will be food available from Gypsy Girl Wood Fired Pizza, Sweet Indulgence Bakery, B &amp; S Sweets and CreamCycle.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:315-363-4136\">315-363-4136<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday July 23<sup>rd <\/sup>from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755437\">9:00 am to 7:00 pm<\/span> and <span data-term=\"goog_1656755438\">Sunday July 24th<\/span> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755439\">10:00 am to 3:00 pm<\/span> the CNY Living History Museum will host \u201cPreserving Pioneer Heritage &amp; Cowboy Culture.\u201d\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The Homeville Museum (a component of the CNY Living History Center) will sponsor a series of demonstrations, exhibitions and skits depicting life in the Old west.\u00a0 \u201cCowboyologist\u201d Doug Corey will have his Circle C Chuck Wagon showcasing authentic utensils and methods.\u00a0 Singer Robert Brown will provide entertainment as well.\u00a0 <span data-term=\"goog_1656755440\">On Saturday<\/span> locals are encouraged to enter a chili cook-off with judging to start at <span data-term=\"goog_1656755441\">12:30<\/span>.\u00a0 Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and $5 for school aged children.\u00a0 Children under five and active military are free.\u00a0 For more information please call <a href=\"tel:607-299-4185\">607-299-4185<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday July 23<sup>rd<\/sup> at 2:00 pm the Oran Community Church will host a special presentation entitled \u201cSaving the One-Room Schoolhouse:\u00a0 What\u2019s in it for us?\u201d\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The presentation will outline the reasons why people fall in love with one-room schoolhouses and work to preserve them so visitors can experience education of the past.\u00a0 Presenter Susan Fineman is a retired teacher from the Lowell (MA) Public Schools.\u00a0 Upon retirement she became involved with programming for the District #1 Schoolhouse in Nashua, New Hampshire and as a docent schoolmarm.\u00a0 She is a founding member of the Country School Association of American, serving on the Board of Directors of the organization since its launch in 2006.\u00a0 There is no charge for this event.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Sunday July 24<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755444\">10:00 am to 6:00 pm<\/span> the Hamlet of Peterboro will host their annual \u201cHometown Day\u201d Festival.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Free admission to local museums, chicken barbecue, children\u2019s games and more.\u00a0 More information to come.<strong><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Sunday July 24<sup>th<\/sup>, the Historic Oakwood Cemetery Preservation will host a special tour entitled \u201cAll\u2019s fine in 59\u201d by Sue Greenhagen.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Greenhagen will lead attendees on a tour of the fine (and not so fine) folks in Section 59.\u00a0 This tour will start at the Mausoleum near the Comstock Gate.\u00a0 Tours are given rain or shine but cancelled for thunder\/lighting.\u00a0 There is no cost for the event but donations are accepted.\u00a0 For more information please call Sue Greenhagen at <a href=\"tel:315-684-3418\">315-684-3418<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>From Monday July 25<sup>th<\/sup> to Friday July 29<sup>th<\/sup>, <span data-term=\"goog_1656755447\">9:00 am to 4:00 pm<\/span> the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host their 12<sup>th<\/sup> annual Schoolhouse Summer Day Camp.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 The Friends of Lorenzo invite inquisitive boys and girls ages 8-12 to study life in the 19<sup>th<\/sup> century and to explore the worlds of science and nature at the 1814 schoolhouse, federal-style mansion and the historic grounds at Lorenzo.\u00a0 The school is coordinated by Pat Hill.\u00a0 Pre-registration is required as space is limited. For fees and more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorenzony.org\/\">www.LorenzoNY.org<\/a> or call Diane Voss at<a href=\"tel:%28315%29%20655-3200%2C%20extension%20100\">(315) 655-3200, extension 100<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday July 26<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755449\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday July 26<sup>th<\/sup> at 5:30 pm the Town of Brookfield Historical Society welcomes Roger Foote who will present on bird carvings at the town park at the society\u2019s annual picnic on Academy Road.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Foote will present on bird carving in wood.\u00a0 There is no charge for this event but attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to pass.\u00a0 For more information please call Perk Stalter at 861-7661.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday July 26<sup>th<\/sup> at 7:00 pm the Oneida Community Mansion House will host a special evening with author Ellen Wayland-Smith.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Come and hear Wayland-Smith share excerpts from her new book <em>Oneida:\u00a0 Free Love Utopia to the Well-Set Table.\u00a0 <\/em>The event is co-sponsored by the Oneida Public Library.\u00a0 Copies of the book will be available for purchase.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/\">http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Sunday July 31<sup>st<\/sup> at 3:00 pm the Oneida Community Mansion House will host a gallery talk on the art of Coles Phillips and Oneida Limited.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Coles Phillips\u2019 unique style distinguished him as one of advertising\u2019s most creative artists.\u00a0 Attendees will get to learn about his work as well as create their own Oneida add.\u00a0 Admission is $5 for members, $7 for non-members, and students are $3.\u00a0 For more information please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/\">http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday August 2<sup>nd<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755454\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Starting Monday August 8<sup>th<\/sup> through Wednesday, Aug. 10<span style=\"font-size: 13.3333px; line-height: 20px;\">,<\/span> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755456\">10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\u00a0<\/span>each day the Madison County Historical Society will host their annual Charles L. Page Summer Camp for kids.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The camp focuses on far life of the mid-nineteenth century and the changing farming practices of the day.\u00a0 The lessons and workshops are geared for children aged 9-12 and cover farming, cross-stitch and baking.\u00a0 Registration is $35 for members and $45 for nonmembers and must be made by July 19<sup>th<\/sup>.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:315-363-4136\">315-363-4136<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday August 9<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755459\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Monday August 15<sup>th<\/sup> at 7:00 pm <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>the History Club of New York Mills welcomes Madison County Historian Matthew Urtz to the New York Mills Community Center to present Hops: Birth, Death and Re-Birth of a CNY Industry.<\/em><\/strong> Urtz will give a brief history of how hops first became a cash crop, the reasons it disappeared and how its re-emergence occurred. Images and stories from a number of sources will be utilized. There is no charge for this event. For more information please call <a href=\"tel:315-366-2453\">315-366-2453<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday August 16<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755462\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Sunday August 21<sup>st<\/sup>, the Historic Oakwood Cemetery Preservation will host a special tour entitled \u201cThe fortunes of Oakwood\u2019s Smith Families and Their Neighbors by Dennis Connors.<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 Connors, Curator of History at the Onondaga Historical Association, will lead the tour of one of the most prominent and common names in Oakwood-Smith.\u00a0 This tour will start at the Mausoleum near the Comstock Gate.\u00a0 Tours are given rain or shine but cancelled for thunder\/lighting.\u00a0 There is no cost for the event but donations are accepted.\u00a0 For more information please call Sue Greenhagen at <a href=\"tel:315-684-3418\">315-684-3418<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday August 23<sup>rd<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755465\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Saturday August 27<sup>th<\/sup> at 3:00 pm the Oneida Community Mansion House will host a gallery talk on the Mansion House Architecture.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Dr. Anthony Wonderly, curator of the Mansion House will speak about recently discovered architectural drawings which supply new information on how the Mansion House was built, and how it impacted the Oneida Community\u2019s way of life.\u00a0 This talk will coincide with a new exhibit of recently conserved architectural drawings.\u00a0 Admission is $5 for members, $7 for non-members, and students are $3.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/\">http:\/\/www.oneidacommunity.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>On Tuesday August 30<sup>th<\/sup> from <span data-term=\"goog_1656755468\">3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/span> the Madison County Historical Society will host a Farmer\u2019s Market on Cottage lawn.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>The market features fresh local, seasonal produce, pastured meats, cheeses, dog treats, maple products, soaps, candles, breads, herbs, baked goods, salsas, jam, hops, ice cream, candy, popcorn, wine and more from more than 20 vendors.\u00a0 Special events are planned each week as well.\u00a0 For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mchs1900.org\/\">www.mchs1900.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On Thursday, June 30, at 7 p.m., the Lorenzo State Historic Site will host a special presentation of Shakespeare on Lawn performing \u201cRomeo &amp; 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