Dec 20 Saturday
Our Holiday display of Antique quilts and Toys spanning the late 1800's to the 1970's is on display now at the Vestal Museum. Wednesdays 9 - 1pm, Thursday Evenings 5 - 9 pm, Saturdays 9 - 3 pm and Sundays Noon - 4 pm. We will have lectures and events centered around quilting, throughout the exhibition check out Vestalmuseum.org or Facebook: Vestal Museum for more information. Admission is free.
The Windsor Farmer´s Market First Annual Christmas Cookie CelebrationOn Saturday, December 20th, we will be hosting our First Annual Christmas Cookie Celebration. On that we are holding contests for the “Best Decorated” and a “Tastiest” cookie. There will be prizes for the best decorated sugar cookie and the best decorated gingerbread cookie. The tastiest cookie event will have winners in the categories of “Classic” (…. ), international (…), filled (….), and Gluten free and vegan. We welcome all to come sample cookies in the “Tastiest” contests, cast their vote for their favorite, and to donate a one food item to benefit WHD. While you may enjoy a cookie or two (or more), you can visit the Holiday Craft Show going on alongside, so can also do some last-minute Holiday gift shopping.
$20 in Emergency Food Coupons Available at the Oxford Farmers' Market this Saturday
OXFORD, NY: Anyone who is struggling to afford food will receive $20 of Emergency FreshConnect coupons at the Oxford Farmers’ Market this Saturday, December 20, 10 am - 12:30 pm, held at United Church of Oxford, 16 Fort Hill Park. The Market has enough coupons to give $20 to 81 individuals.
These coupons can be used to purchase any eligible food item at the Oxford Farmers’ Market this Saturday or any other farmers’ market by December 31. This is the only opportunity to receive these coupons in Chenango County. Each family member present will receive $20 of coupons. There is no requirement to produce any documentation, and beneficiaries are not required to be registered to receive SNAP or any other benefits. Beneficiaries will only be asked to initial a form that attests they are food insecure.
New York State implemented this Emergency FreshConnect program on short notice when SNAP benefits were interrupted due to the government shutdown. The Oxford Farmers’ Market is holding this special pop-up market on Saturday so people can pick up these coupons and buy fresh produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, and other nutritious products at the same location.
The Oxford Farmers’ Market carries fresh food from local producers all year, which supports the county’s economy and promotes the health of its land and people. This lovingly produced food sometimes costs more than products at a big box retailer sourced from halfway around the globe where they may be produced without regard for the health of the workers, the land, and ultimately the consumers.
In an effort to make this good local food accessible to more people on a regular basis, the Oxford Farmers’ Market got approved earlier this year to accept SNAP (previously known as “food stamps”), and also takes part in a New York State-supported one-for-one match program. So, SNAP beneficiaries effectively get half of all SNAP-eligible items. More information about ongoing food assistance programs at the Market can be found on their website at: https://www.oxfordfarmersmarket.org/food-assistance-programs
Holiday exhibition that runs through Jan. 17. Features works by ten artists, mediums include ceramics, painted wood carvings, hand-dyed organic indigo scarves, paper earrings with silver wires, one-of-a-kind note cards, and wood-block limited edition animal prints -- sheep, geese, frogs and a heron-- many with delightful imaginary scenes of frolicking possums. Established artists and newcomers too. The gallery is open Saturdays 11-2 and every day with a text (315-941-9607), call (607-547-5327) or email (leartgarage@gmail.com).
The famous Rolls of St. Mary's are back for the 2025 holiday season! Call ahead or order online, or be a walk in guest! Rolls are $15 each, and we have walnut, apple, apricot, poppy, and prune!
Sometimes things go bump in the night and you are left with a hole in your wall or a refrigerator that just won’t run. Do you wish you had someone you could call to troubleshoot with you? Now is your chance to join Art DeSario, a skilled handyman with 40+ years of experience, for a workshop on all things DIY home repair. You will get to learn and practice a seamless drywall patching technique followed by a Q&A session. Everyone is welcome to bring their questions for this expert!
Join us at the West Family Y on Saturday December 20 from 5-7pm for a FREE festive family event celebrating the Christmas classic *Polar Express*! Enjoy hot cocoa, crafts, party favors, and the chance to write letters to Santa, not to mention the ultimate Ugly Sweater Contest! Be sure to register today, as seating is limited!
Mama Look! is the convergence of three singer-songwriters in the Finger Lakes, united by their deep admiration for one another’s musical and artistic journeys. For decades, Uniit Carruyo, McKenzie Jones & Amy Puryear stood as mutual supporters, but Mama Look! marks their first opportunity to create, play and shine together.
Their perspectives have been shaped by the love, grief and joy of being mamas. These many threads are woven through their songwriting, spinning tales of vulnerability and strength. Their music is raw and tender, fierce and luminous, reflecting the complexity of lives lived with open hearts. With two guitars, one cello, three distinct voices, and a rotating constellation of leadership and support, Mama Look! is a radiant celebration of connection.
Mama Look! invites audiences to join in the magic of their music ~ a community of women giving light, not dimming it, collaborating not competing. Their love for music and one another is contagious!
Mama Look! will be bringing special guests and friends to play with them, so stay tuned!
The Binghamton Downtown Singers and Orchestra will present Handel’s oratorio “Messiah” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at their new home, United Presbyterian Church, 42 Chenango St., Binghamton. The performance, will be conducted by Artistic Director Robert J. Manners and will feature Heather Holmquest, soprano; Dawn Pierce, mezzo-soprano; Vale Rideout, tenor, and Holden James Turner, baritone. $20 general admission; students free but must have their own tickets.
Bells and Motley - A Medieval Celebration of the Holiday SeasonIn song and instrumentals at the Cranberry Coffeehouse.
