Best-selling author, editor and radio host Kurt Andersen will discuss the recent financial crisis and its impact on our society at the Cazenovia Forum on Friday, September 10 at 7:00pm at the Catherine Cummings Theatre, 9 Lincklaen Street in Cazenovia. The event is free of charge and no reservations or tickets are required.
The title of Andersen’s lecture, “The Great American Reset: How We Got Here and What Happens Next,” is based on his recent bestselling book Reset, which explains why the current economic crisis is actually an historic moment of great opportunity to get ourselves and the nation back on track.
Andersen, who is described as a brilliant analyst and synthesizer of historical andcultural trends, is also the author of the novels Heyday and Turn of the Century. Heyday was a New York Times bestseller that the The Los Angeles Times called “a major work.” It was included on several best-books-of-the-year lists, including the New York Public Library’s, and won the Langum Prize as the best American historical novel of 2007. The New York Times called Turn of the Century “wickedly satirical” and “outrageously funny” and one of its Notable Books of the year, while The Wall Street Journal called it a “smart, funny and excruciatingly deft portrait of our age.” Continue reading BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND STUDIO 360 HOST TO SPEAK AT CAZENOVIA FORUM
Check out video that I took on my cell phone camera of the demolition of the Cazenovia XtraMart. It’s being torn down to make way for a new market of the same type, with a Dunkin’ Donuts shop inside and a new gas pump configuration.
Brubeck Brothers, Jane Monheit Quartet among jazz greats to perform
Cazenovia College’s annual celebration of jazz, Jazz `N Caz, is returning to Cazenovia from Thursday, Sept. 23 to Saturday, Sept. 25. Major events are held at Catherine Cummings Theatre, 8 Lincklaen St., with the Thursday evening kick-off celebration at the Brae Loch Inn, and Jazz after Hours on Friday and Saturday evenings at The Lincklaen House.
Thursday, Sept. 23: 7:30 p.m. – Opening party at the Brae Loch Inn (performers to be announced)
Friday, Sept. 24: 7:30 p.m. – Brubeck Brothers Quartet, with Chris Brubeck, Dan Brubeck, Chuck Lamb, and Mike DiMicco, at the Catherine Cummings Theatre at Cazenovia College, 8 Lincklaen St., in Cazenovia.
Friday, Sept. 24: 9:15 p.m. – Jane Monheit Quartet, with Rick Montalbano, drums; Neil Miner, bass; and Mike Kanan, piano, at the Catherine Cummings Theatre at Cazenovia College, 8 Lincklaen St., in Cazenovia.
Friday, Sept. 24: 11 p.m. – Jazz After Hours at the Lincklaen House, corner of Albany & Lincklaen streets.
Saturday, Sept. 25: 7:30 p.m. – Salt City Jazz Collective, with Joe Colombo, at the Catherine Cummings Theatre at Cazenovia College, 8 Lincklaen St., in Cazenovia.
Saturday, Sept. 25: 9:15 p.m. – Jazz ‘N Caz All Star Quintet, with Warren Chiasson, Ken Peplowski, Danny D’Imperio, Harold Danko, and Linc Milliman, at the Catherine Cummings Theatre at Cazenovia College, 8 Lincklaen St., in Cazenovia.
Saturday, Sept. 25: 11 p.m. – Jazz After Hours at the Lincklaen House, corner of Albany & Lincklaen streets.
Among this year’s sponsors are Ska:ná: at Turning Stone Resort • Casino; Beacon Federal; Alliance Bank, N.A.; Hiscock & Barclay, LLP; Edward Hunt; Steve Miller – Queensboro Farm Products, Inc.; Visual Technologies, and others.
Extra, Extra!! Learn All About it at these affordable, local courses. List provided by Cazenovia College’s Office of Extended Learning.
September 2010
Fused Glass Jewelry Class – $84
Inst: A. Blanding Wednesdays, Sept. 1 and 8, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Learn the art of fusing glass to create one-of a-kind pendants, earrings, and pins. Each student will make five different pieces plus learn to wire wrap and attach bindings to complete them. Visit www.amberwavesofglass.com for examples. $15 supply fee payable to the instructor. Class limited to 6. (2 classes). Contact Sherri Bendict at (315) 655-7101
The class includes two 2-hour classroom sessions and a day hike with packs on the Cazenovia Gorge Trail. Classroom topics include pre-trip planning, what to wear, boots, gear selection (packs, tents, sleeping bags, filters, stoves, and more), food selection, basic wilderness first aid, leave no trace, what to pack, and more. Cost includes travel to the Gorge Trail. (3 classes) Contact Sherri Benedict at (315) 655-7101
Digital Photography I – $36
Inst: A. Potter Saturday, Sept. 11, 9 a.m. – noon
Did you just buy a digital camera but have absolutely no idea how to use it? This workshop is designed for users of basic point-andshoot style digital cameras. Students will become familiar with the camera’s features and how to use them to create desired results. The workshop will begin with an overview of the camera features and functions, followed by a discussion of how to avoid common photographic errors and make your images better.
There will be plenty of time for questions and answers, so please bring your camera, instruction manual, and all of your photographic questions. (1 class) Contact Sherri Benedict at (315) 655 – 7107
Advanced Techniques in Fused Glass Jewelry Class – $84
Inst: A. Blanding Wednesdays, Sept. 15 and 22, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Advanced techniques in fused glass jewelry includes learning metal, copper, and silver/gold leaf inclusions, dichroic glass etching, and dicro slide designs. Each student will create five different pieces. Some glass fusing experience necessary. Visit www.amberwavesofglass. com for examples. $15 supply fee payable to the instructor. Class limited to 6. (2 classes) Contact Sherri Bendict at (315) 655-7101
Log Cabin Quilt Class – $149
Inst: K. Cresswell Wednesdays, Sept. 15 through Oct. 13, 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Want to learn how to make a traditional Log Cabin Quilt? The Log Cabin Quilt is an easy and versatile pattern to learn for beginners. Learn how to machine speed-piece your fabric strip ‘logs’ and make a beautiful quilt. Learn to arrange your blocks in different patterns to give each quilt a unique look. Students need to have basic sewing skills. Supply list will be provided prior to first class. You are welcome to bring your own sewing machine to class.
(5 classes) Contact Sherri Bendict at (315) 655-7101
Digital Photography II – $36
Inst: A. Potter
Location: Cazenovia College, Rm TBA Saturday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m. – noon
You own a digital camera and you’re comfortable using it, so how do you make your pictures better, and what do you do with them after you’ve shot them? This workshop will take a more in-depth look at photographic composition and preparing your images for e-mailing and printing. Users of point-and shoot style cameras will benefit from this discussion. (1 class) Contact Sherri Benedict at (315) 655-7107
A Taste of France – French Wine Basics Class – $55
Inst: J. Pettigrass, K. Gibson Wednesday, Sept. 22, 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: The Brewster Inn, Cazenovia
This class will feature a liquid geography of France’s wine regions: Alsace, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhone and Southern France. We will sample, compare, and learn about French wine culture. Never again be afraid to order from the French wine section! Class limited to 20. (1 class) Contact Sherri Bendict at (315) 655-7101
Digital Photography, Intermediate/Advanced -$36
Inst: A. Potter
Location: Cazenovia College, Rm TBA Saturday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. – noon
This workshop is an in-depth discussion of the guiding principles of photography and the use of these principles to achieve desired results. Discussion of the features of more sophisticated cameras and the manipulation of these features will be the key element of this workshop. Digital SLR camera users will benefit the most from this workshop. (1 class) Contact Sherri Benedict at (315) 655- 7107
Beginning Guitar Class – $99
Inst: J. Pettigrass, C. Orlando Mondays, Sept. 27 through Oct. 18, 7 – 8:15 p.m.
Learn the basics on how to play a guitar with group and one on one instruction. Learn how to tune a guitar and purchase the correct instrument. It is not necessary to learn how to read music for this course. Students must have their own guitars; those who need one may call for assistance in choosing and acquiring the correct guitar. Class limited to 12. (4 classes) Contact Sherri Bendict at (315) 655-7101
Planning the Perfect Wedding Class – $96
Inst: M. Malone Tuesdays, Sept. 28 through Oct. 19, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Getting Married? Learn everything from the engagement to the honeymoon. Details on dress shopping, to finding the perfect flowers, will be covered. Even learn how to budget your perfect wedding! (4 classes) Contact Sherri Bendict at (315) 655-7101
Decorative Wire Wrapping for Everyday Objects Class – $42
Inst: A. Blanding Wednesday, Sept. 29, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Learn to capture found objects with wire! Amber will provide students with a variety of jewels to choose from, such as sea glass, stones, shells, crystals or bring your own precious objects. Students will leave with at least 3 wire-wrapped pendants! $10 supply fee payable to the instructor includes all materials and base metal wire. Sterling silver and gold filled wire will be available to purchase. Class limited to 6. (1 class) Contact Sherri Bendict at 655-7101
The XtraMart (Sunoco) gas station and convenience store in Cazenovia is being demolished to make way for a new structure that will have a new floorplan (including a Dunkin’ Donuts store within the XtraMart) and a new gas pump configuration. According to employees in the store today, the entire process is expected to take less than three months.
Here’s a “before” photo so we can all remember what’s being replaced:
Summer. The time to abandon the heat, sounds and smells of the city. Time to move to the country for its beauties and comforts.
Actress Siobhan Fallon Hogan makes the trek every summer — going back to Cazenovia where she lived for many years and graduated from high school. Some years ago, she purchased a home where the family spends summers.
This afternoon, Bob Dacey will present a PowerPoint presentation, lecture and discussion on the history of book and magazine illustration. The lecture explores the work of artists whose influence has formed the way in which we address our culture from the beginnings of the American Revolution up to the 21st century. Held at the Art Park’s Hilltop House Library from 3:30pm to 5:00pm today, August 15th.
$15 members, $20 non-members
Developer David Muraco is anxious to see a historic building (the “Enders House”) he owns at the town/village edge removed as quickly as possible:
Muraco said, “I will continue with the process and I will get what I want.”
Muraco’s interests as a developer continue to run up against meet broad community concern:
The building was built around 1830 and includes a 19th century barn. Both the house and barn are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
“Although the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, that designation provides no protection,” said Barbara Clarke, of the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation, in a letter to the Town of Cazenovia Planning Board. “As long as an owner is not using public funds, there are no prohibitions against demolishing or moving a registered building.… Without a new location, these historic buildings are in jeopardy.”
Muraco maintains that the house should be moved.
“It was a nice house, but it’s gotta go somewhere. Right next door, or even move it across the street,” he said. “But I’m not gonna pay to move it, it’d be cheaper for me to demo it.”
I’m so glad somebody is cataloging the community and ensuring that neighbors check up on neighbors. Thank you, Caz Action. — Jim
A community organization hoping to raise awareness about underage drinking in Cazenovia collected more than 100 pledges from parents promising to supervise activities and prohibit the use of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs at their homes.
Caz Action, a task force of parents, students, teachers and community members who came together in the wake of alcohol-related incidents, published its first Safe Homes directory last year with the names of about 40 families.
Cazenovia College’s Reisman Lecture Series will present Sister Helen Prejean, author of “Dead Man Walking,” on Monday, Sept. 20, at St. James Church in Cazenovia. Sr. Prejean’s lecture, “Dead Man Walking: The Journey Continues,” tells of her life and work following her experiences with counseling prison inmates facing the death penalty.
Seating space is limited. Tickets are required for admittance, and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with a maximum of four tickets per request. Please contact Sylvia Needel at 315-655-7261, or e-mail sneedel@cazenovia.edu, with name, mailing address and desired number of tickets. Deadline to request tickets: Sept. 14. For more information, visit www.cazenovia.edu/ReismanLectures.
Sr. Helen Prejean sparked national dialogue on the death penalty, and helped shape the Catholic Church’s opposition to state executions. As a member of the Congregation of St. Joseph, she taught religion to junior high school students. Eventually she moved into the St. Thomas Housing Project in New Orleans to work at Hope House.
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