Thursday, August 28, 2008

Forecast: FUN

Labor Day weekend is upon us! There are events going on almost everywhere, but here's a listing of family-friendly activities. It's a small world--maybe I'll see you around!

Thursday Aug 28, 7pm, bring a nonperishable food donation and enjoy Folk Fest for Food in Cherry Valley at the bank parking lot, featuring live music by The Cherry Pickers. Info at 264-9322.

Friday Aug. 29th Cruise-in on Main Street in Oneonta: Classic cars, antique cars, hotrods and street rods. Info 434-6755.

Also Friday, see the hot air balloon launches at 6pm in Neahwa Park (I think). More info, including how to arrange for a ride at Oneonta Centennial.

Saturday August 30th is the Balloon Festival, in Neahwa Park, with food, music, and fun all day long. 'Night glow' is at 8pm (I have no idea what that means). Hot air balloon launches are at 6:30 am and 6:00 pm, with more flights Friday evening and Sunday morning.

The Oneonta Farmer's market will also be celebrating Sat from 9am-2pm, with tastings, kids' activities, and most of all: fresh, locally raised foods. Info 433-2545.

The Capital District Scottish Games are Sat and Sun at the Altamont Fairgrounds: 500 piper and 200 drummer 'Massed Band,' children's events, Scottish exhibits, International food and games. Children 12 and under are free.

West Kortright Center's Farm Fair is Sun Aug 31th, with music, farm animal petting, hayride, dinner and more plus square dancing at 7pm. You do have to pay admission and to participate in many of the activities.

Sidney Center's Ice cream social is Sunday at 7pm at the Maywood Historical Depot.

Monday Sep 1st at 7pm, enjoy music by the City of the Hills Women's Chorus at the International, First United Presbyterian Church, 381 Main St., Roosevelt Avenue entrance. For info: 267-4718.

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