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YOUR GUIDE to GREATER BINGHAMTON M&T Bank Life as you’ve imagined it: perfectly THRIVE balanced YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON M&T Bank. Understanding what’s important. At M&T Bank, understanding what’s important means realizing the role a bank plays in people’s lives. And then living up to those responsibilities, by helping families, businesses and communities thrive. It’s what we’ve been doing for more than 160 years. Learn more at mtb.com. Equal Housing Lender. ©2019 M&T Bank. Member FDIC. 2 THRIVE – YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON One Jane Lacey Drive • Endicott, NY 13760 “It’s a lifestyle ... Washer/dryer in your home Huge closets Cable hook-up in every Gourmet kitchen room, giving you Internet Garage available with access where you want it many homes Central air conditioning in all Patio and balcony Apartments and Townhomes Tennis courts nearby Built-in microwave oven Pet friendly 24-hour emergency maintenance service PGA championship golf course in your 24-hour Fitness Center neighborhood Seasonal heated pool ...when you’re here, you’re home.” To get a lease application, or for more information, simply: call: (607) 754-6769 email: [email protected] or go online: www.SummitChaseApts.com SummitChaseApts.com BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GREATER BINGHAMTON CHAMBER 3 GROW SUCCEED ENJOY Guide design and layout by Idea Kraft — idea-kraft.com | Illustrations by Katie Vaz — katievaz.com 4 THRIVE – YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON Photo by Jonathan Cohen TO THRIVE IS TO DO MUCH MORE THAN SIMPLY GET BY. It means waking up every day ready to pursue your passions. It means recognizing that the path to success is just as important as life after achieving it. Because when you’re surrounded by people who don’t stop at “good enough,” it makes you look at the world with a little more excitement. Each year, the Greater Binghamton Region builds upon its industrial foundation to create new opportunities. These growing businesses, festivals and community initiatives become stepping stones for the next big ideas. With so much on the rise in our community, it’s hard not to feel inspired about living here. Plus, it’s pretty fun, too. Great local food, nationally ranked schools, versatile (and affordable) living options and a diverse arts scene allow people to create their Photo by Joshua Bernard own unique life here in Greater Binghamton. It’s the reason why families who have lived here for generations and young professionals alike choose to call this place home. But don’t take our word for it — come see for yourself. BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GREATER BINGHAMTON CHAMBER 5 GROWThere’s not just one way to live in Greater Binghamton. CONTENTS: Our versatile neighborhoods accommodate all family sizes and budgets — you choose the landscape that works best NEIGHBORHOODS for you. From bustling farmers markets to some of the best schools and universities in the country, our community spaces give you room to learn, grow and plan for the next EDUCATION big move. HEALTH Greater Binghamton gives you the chance to explore a lifestyle that’s often not possible elsewhere. You have access to big-city experiences and resources without the strain; you can find roots in local initiatives and build connections that last a lifetime. Plus, the freedom to explore surrounding major cities is just a bus ride away. Though each person’s life path looks a little different here, our sense of community creates a shared identity unique to Greater Binghamton. Photo by SUNY Broome 6 THRIVE – YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON Photo by Van Zandbergen Photography NEIGHBORHOODS FIND YOUR COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Be it lush fields or a timeless brick cityscape, AVERAGE SALES PRICE (as of 2018) there are tons of stunning views to choose from. No matter where you live, the transition 2016 $121,167 from rural, to suburban, to city living is an 2017 $122,386 easy one to make, and each neighborhood has something a little different to offer. 2018 $129,046 REAL ESTATE CLOSED SALES (as of 2018) The affordability of real estate in Greater 2016 1,977 Binghamton lets you get the most out of your budget. 2017 2,067 greaterbinghamtonmls.com 2018 2,127 BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GREATER BINGHAMTON CHAMBER 7 PARKS PLACES OF WORSHIP The parks of Greater Binghamton are Greater Binghamton’s churches, synagogues, beautiful public gathering places that include congregations, mosques, temples and pools, ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, other worship centers celebrate diversity picnic areas, playgrounds, monuments, trails and welcome new members. Many of these and forested areas. Greater Binghamton is centers also hold community events, classes also home to OURSPACE at Rec Park, the and after school activities. largest handicap accessible playground in New York State. goalloutbroome.com PUBLIC LIBRARIES • Binghamton University Nature Preserve Read, write and learn something new at one • Chenango Valley State Park of our many public libraries. Their valuable • Confluence Park services for communities and families go far • Finch Hollow Nature Center beyond signing out a book. • MacArthur Park bclibrary.info • Otsiningo Park • Recreation Park 8 THRIVE – YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON Photo by Visit Binghamton Photo by Idea Kraft Photo by Greater Binghamton Airport TRANSPORTATION Our central location makes traveling a breeze. The Greater Binghamton Airport, located just eight miles outside of town, offers daily commercial, non-stop flights on Delta Airlines. Plus, there are four more major airports nearby, each just an hour away. For closer travel destinations, you can take a bus from the downtown Greater Binghamton Transportation Center, which provides access to both local and intercity carriers. • Greater Binghamton Airport: flybgm.com • Greater Binghamton Transportation Center: gobroomecounty.com/transit BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GREATER BINGHAMTON CHAMBER 9 PUBLIC SCHOOLS EDUCATION Our students have access to dedicated teachers, a wide range of extracurriculars and opportunities for leadership. Class sizes fall GOING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM below the state average and graduation rates soar above it, creating a When people have access to great education, they thrive. No matter learning environment that ensures students receive the individualized what stage of life you’re in, there are plenty of opportunities to take attention necessary to succeed both in and out of the classroom. classes for continuing education. Greater Binghamton’s nationally btboces.org ranked schools foster a culture of collaboration, respect and stability • 15 different school districts within our communities. • Vocational education opportunities • 5 Broome County high schools given a silver medal ranking in the top 1,900 schools in the nation by the U.S. News and World Report Photo by Maine Endwell School District • Home of 2016 Little League World Series Championship winning title against South Korea PRIVATE SCHOOLS Families also have the option to enroll their children in one of our esteemed private schools, including the Seton Catholic School System. These schools offer faith-based learning opportunities with ample resources and a shared educational philosophy. UNIVERSITIES AND HIGHER EDUCATION Binghamton University Binghamton University was founded on liberal arts, which remain at its core. However, it has expanded to include professional and graduate programs. With more than 100 degree programs across its six divisions, Binghamton is recognized as a selective and prestigious Photo by Union-Endicott School District university in the SUNY system, and enjoys a strong, positive reputation at the national level. binghamton.edu Photo by Jonathan Cohen SUNY Broome SUNY Broome Community College offers flexible on-campus and online coursework, concurrent enrollment opportunities with local high schools and seamless transfers to nearly three dozen colleges and universities. SUNY Broome excels in its commitment to applied learning, which allows students to master concepts in the field through projects, internships with local employers, community service, clinical rotations and more. sunybroome.edu Davis College Davis College is an accredited Bible College that thrives on being family-centered. They have the amenities of a big college, like athletics and student events, while still focusing on a low student to faculty ratio. davisny.edu Additional higher education resources: • EBI Career College – ebi.edu • SUNY Empire State College – esc.edu 10 THRIVE – YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON ADULT LEARNERS, IT’S YOUR TURN TO SHINE! CHECK OUT OUR COMING BACK TO COLLEGE GUIDE FOR ADULT LEARNERS AT... WWW.SUNYBROOME. EDU/COMINGBACK APPLY NOW AT WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU EBI Connecting YOU To NEW Opportunities! Offering Medical & Business certificates and associate degrees in as few as 12 Months. Hands-on training, flexible schedules, and financial aid to those who qualify! CONNECT EBI.edu WITH EBI 607.729.8915 BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GREATER BINGHAMTON CHAMBER 11 We know what it’s like to be in your shoes... “We both work, so sometimes I’m the Mom ...and the Dad!” Supporting you. On your schedule. For every way you stay healthy, UHS is expanding our care options every day with online walk-in reservations, same-day appointments, and locations near you. nyuhs.org no matter what shoes you fill. 12 THRIVE – YOUR GUIDE TO GREATER BINGHAMTON Photo by Idea Kraft HEALTH YOUR BEST SELF FARMERS MARKETS To stay healthy, you need opportunities Enjoy the benefits of farm-to-table eating to make healthy choices. That’s why our throughout every season. We have both community has come together to put better seasonal and year-round markets that work health within everyone’s reach. Our gamut of with local vendors to bring you fresh fruits beautiful hiking trails, healthy food choices and vegetables, baked goods, flowers and and quality medical care make getting and quality homemade goods. staying healthy easy (and fun!). • Broome County Regional Farmers Market • Old Barn Market & Gluten Free Bakery HOSPITALS • Vestal Farmers Market Lourdes Hospital (lourdes.com), United Health Services (nyuhs.org), Binghamton OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Photo by Greek Peak General Hospital, and Cornerstone Family Enjoy the beauty and adventure of every Healthcare (cornerstonefamilyhealthcare.
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