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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Town of Geddes • Recreation Program and News - Summer Playground Program - Summer Concert Series Summer Concert - Trips and more! • News from the Town Departments Series - Recycling and Garbage Guidelines Concerts are Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Construction Debris & Brush Pickup Rules, etc. July 13 ...... Mario DeSantis Orchestra ...... Variety At Woods Road Gazebo, Solvay • Senior Citizens Corner Co-Sponsor: Solvay Bank • Community News July 20 ...... Soda Ash Six ...... Dixieland At Cherry Road School, Westvale Co-Sponsor: Lakeland Winery YOUTH LACROSSE CLINIC – July 27 ...... The Rhythm Method ...... Rock GIRLS & BOYS AGES 4 TO 8 At Lakeland Park, Lakeland This is an introductory lacrosse program for children ages 4-8 years of age. No Co-Sponsor: Pope’s Grove Golf Course pads and helmets are required. All drills are done with a soft lacrosse ball, so all drills Aug. 3 ...... The Other Guise Band ...... Oldies/Rock are kid-friendly. Each child must provide his or her own stick. Due to ER Youth At Woods Road Gazebo, Solvay Lacrosse being unable to offer their program this summer, we are offering this program. Aug. 10 ...... Fritz’s Polka Band ...... Variety Monday through Friday, July 17 to 21 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. At Lakeland Park, Lakeland Cherry Road School Field Aug. 17 ...... Flyin’ Column ...... Irish, Folk Fee: $25 Geddes residents, $30 nonresidents At Cherry Road School, Westvale Instructors: Camille and Clara O’Kane, Co-Sponsor: Geddes Federal Savings & Loan OCC Lazers Womens’ Lacrosse team members FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL GEDDES RECREATION DEPT. AT 487-8238. Checks payable to Town of Geddes Clinic Min: 10 and Max: 24 Holiday Schedule - 2017 BEGINNING A YOGA AND MEDITATION for Garbage and Recycling Pick ups PRACTICE Garbage and Recycling will not In this 6 week introductory yoga course you will be learning and practicing the basic be picked up on the following holidays: philosophy, breathing techniques, and yoga postures that are most popular in group classes today. Although yoga is an ancient practice and is used as a tool to reduce ● New Year’s Day ● Labor Day stress, you will learn how to apply it so that it is suitable for you in a modern world. It ● ● is acceptable to have minor injuries to take this course, however, you must be able to Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day get up and down off the floor. Yoga mats will be provided but please bring your own if ● Fourth of July ● Christmas Day you have one. The garbage and recycling pick ups on these days will be a day late. If your Tuesdays, May 30 to July 11 (exc. July 4) AND July 18 to Aug. 22 garbage and recycling pick up is on Monday and the Holiday is on Monday 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. all garbage and recycling routes for the week will be a day late. If the Holiday OR falls on a Wednesday only Wednesday and Thursday’s route will be affected. Thursdays, June 1 to July 6 AND July 22 to Aug. 24 Addendum - if holiday falls on the weekend, the regular Monday-Friday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. John Carno Recreation Center, Lakeland schedule will prevail. Instructor: Paige Coppola, certified and expe- rienced yoga instructor Please have garbage and recycling on the curb by 7 a.m. Fee: $52 (6 week session) Garbage and recycling pick up Minimum of 4 needed to hold class. will remain on the current days and time table. OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT Recycling Hauler – Come out and enjoy a movie, with your family & friends outdoors, Waste Management, (315) 457-5838 Ext. 302 on the lawn, at Cherry Road School. Bring your own blankets, chairs Garbage/Trash Hauler – and snacks. All children must be supervised by an adult or guardian. Friday, July 14 at 8:15 p.m. Superior Waste Removal, (315) 475-4416 Cherry Road School No Charge HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT HOURS: 7:00 A.M. TO 3:30 P.M. Page 2 - Summer 2017 - AbouTown 2017 TOWN BOARD Town of Geddes STANDING COMMITTEES Check our website for 1000 Woods Road, committee meeting dates and times along with agendas and minutes Town Supervisor Ethics Solvay, New York 13209 Jerry Albrigo Daniel Krawczyk, Chair Ex-Officio Member of all Committees Email: [email protected] SUPERVISOR TOWN CLERK TOWN JUSTICES Email: [email protected] Jim Jerome Gerald Albrigo Joseph L. Ranieri Daniel Mathews III Ed Weber John Kinsella Administrative COUNCILORS SUPT. OF HIGHWAYS Jerry Albrigo, Chair Highway Paul Valenti Paul Trovato COMPTROLLER Daniel Krawczyk Ed Weber, Chair Mark Kolakowski Public Safety Email: [email protected] Edward Weber ASSESSOR Mark Kolakowski, Chair Jim Jerome James Jerome Lucille Fox CHIEF OF POLICE Email: [email protected] Mark Kolakowski Daniel Krawczyk Victor M. Gillette Daniel Krawczyk Recreation / Seniors & Youths Susan LaFex CODE ENFORCEMENT Paul Valenti Paul Valenti, Chair Peter Albrigo DIR. OF RECREATION Zoning & Planning / Codes / Buildings Email: [email protected] ATTORNEY Cynthia R. Maggiore Ed Weber, Chair Jim Jerome Thomas J. Cerio ENGINEER Email: [email protected] Daniel Krawczyk William Morse Mark Kolakowski Code Book Revision Daniel Krawczyk Jim Jerome, Chair Email: [email protected] Paul Valenti DIRECTORY TOWN OF GEDDES Geddes Town Hall ...... (315) 468-3600 Supervisor’s Office ...... ext. 1 PAVILION RESERVATIONS Clerk’s Office ...... ext. 2 (Memorial Weekend to Columbus Day Weekend) Tax Office……………………………………………………….. ext. 2 The Town of Geddes Department of Parks and Recreation began accepting reserva- Comptroller’s Office…………………………………………….. ext. 6 tions for the use of the pavilion at Lakeland Park and Lindbergh Lawns Park on January Assessor’s Office………………….……………………………... ext. 4 3, 2017. Codes Enforcement Office…………………….……………….. .. ext. 8 Lakeland Park is located on Alhan Parkway, just off State Fair Blvd. The facilities Sewer Maintenance Office…………………….……………….. .. (315) 488-7705 available at Lakeland Park include a pavilion/electricity, restrooms, playground equip- Dog Controller’s Office………….….………………………...... ext. * ment, playing fields, tennis and basketball courts. (Emergencies)….……………………………………...... (315) 468-2521 Lindbergh Lawns Park is located on Bennett Ave, just off Longbranch Road. The Justice Court ...... (315) 468-3613 facilities available include a small pavilion, restrooms, playground equipment, and half- Geddes Police ( non-emergency) ...... (315) 425-2333 court basketball. Police Administration ...... (315) 468-3283 Groups or organizations reserving the pavilions understand that they are entitled to Highway Department…………..…………………………………….. ... (315) 488-7705 exclusive use of the pavilion, but not of all the other park facilities. They are still open Parks and Recreation Department….…….………………………...... (315) 487-8238 to the public. John Carno Recreation Center….…………………………………...... (315) 487-8243 Those wishing to reserve the pavilion must be Town of Geddes Residents and a $20.00 user fee will be charged. For reservations, call the Department of Parks and OFFICE/BUSINESS HOURS Recreation at 315-487-8238. (Monday through Friday) TOWN OF GEDDES • Town Hall Offices ...... 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 1000 Woods Road, Solvay *8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PARK REGULATIONS & POLICIES • Highway Dept. Office ...... 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In order to help keep our parks clean, safe and usable by all, Local Law 8 of the 654 Terry Road, Westvale year 2001, entitled “Park Regulations” was enacted to govern park use in the Town of • Recreation Dept. Office ...... 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Geddes. The law in its entirety can found in the Town of Geddes Code Book – Chapter 823 State Fair Blvd., Lakeland *9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 143. * Fridays Only - Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend Some of the regulations adopted are listed below: Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset Pavilion Use: Memorial Weekend to Mid-October MEETINGS • Facilities and areas in the park shall be used only for the purposes designated or nd implicit in their character. Town Board Meeting – 2 Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. • No person shall carry into and/or have possession of any glass beverage con- Planning Board – Last Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. tainers. Zoning Board – 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. • It shall be unlawful to bring or cause to be brought any animal into any park, recreation or playground area, except for trained guide dogs for the blind which All meetings are held at the Geddes Town Hall, are expressly exempt from all provisions of the chapter. 1000 Woods Road, Solvay, NY 13209 • Fires may not be built or allowed anywhere in park or playground areas except and are open to the public. in stoves, fireplaces, or designated areas provided for that purpose. • Licensed motor vehicles shall be permitted only on designated roadways, and vehicles shall be parked in areas of places so provided and designated. Motor scooters, motorcycles, minibikes, go-carts, and snowmobiles shall not be not be permitted. • Commit any act which is defined as criminal conduct under the New York State ABOUTOWN is a Town of Geddes Newspaper which is published three (3) times a Penal Law. year. Editions are available in January, May, and September. This publication is com- • Any conduct which constitutes a violation of this chapter will be a violation, piled by the Department of Parks and Recreation Staff: Cynthia Maggiore, Director of punishable by up to fifteen (15) days in jail and/or a fine of up to $250.00. Each Recreation and Deborah Morrell, Recreation Supervisor. Should you have any ques- such violation shall constitute a separate violation punishable under this section. tions, comments, or suggestions please feel to drop them a note. HELP KEEP OUR PARKS CLEAN AND SAFE, if you see anyone misusing the c/o Aboutown park - please let us know. To report any problems, etc. call the Geddes Police or the Town of Geddes Dept. of Parks and Recreation Geddes Recreation Department. 823 State Fair Blvd. **The Town of Geddes supports the county's no smoking initiative in public parks Syracuse, NY 13209 by adopting a "no smoking" policy in town parks. The enforcement of this policy is (315) 487-8238 through voluntary compliance. Summer 2017 - AbouTown - Page 3 NEWS FROM THE DEPARTMENTS: From the Highway Department: Paul Trovato, Highway Superintendent

2. BULK ITEM PICK-UP SCHEDULE – Picked Please note: Only wind damage and Christmas Trees Services performed by the up day after garbage and recycling, except Lakeland will be picked up curbside from December 1st to April Town of Geddes Highway Dept. and Lindbergh Lawns which will be picked up on 1st. Monday. Please do not leave any construction debris, bulk 1. BRUSH and YARD WASTE PICK-UP Bulk items are – Furniture, mattresses, clothing, large items or yard waste in front of the salt barn or in the SCHEDULE plastic toys, etc. parking lots at any time. Monday – Lakeland area (Including Linbergh No full house clean outs Thank you in advance for your cooperation in help Lawns) 3. CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS – Picked up day af- keeping our Town clean. Any questions call 315-488- Thursday – W. Genesee St., Wilshire Rd., Wynthrop ter garbage and recycling, except Lakeland and 7705. Rd., Hatherleigh Rd., Chaumont Dr., Century Dr., Lindbergh Lawns which will be picked up on Mon- Southview Rd., N. Terry Rd., Timberwolf Circle, day. GARBAGE Copliegh Dr., Kenyon Dr., Westlind Rd., Westfall Dr., No more that 3 cubic yards at one time (equal to a Superior Waste Removal is the garbage/trash Stanley Dr., Clearview Dr., Horseshoe Dr., Duchess La., pickup truck full), year round with weather permitting. Watchtower La., Blackstone Wy., W. Granger Rd. from hauler for the Town. If you have any garbage/trash Construction debris is: toilets, sinks, bathtubs, shower questions, please call Superior Waste Removal at 315- S. Terry Rd to town line, Limestone La., Treeland doors, cabinets, countertops, sheet rock, wood, doors Circle, Crabapple La., Blueberry La., Pumpkin La., 475-4416 from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m on weekdays (wood & metal), windows, siding, paneling, insulation, 1. Do NOT put garbage out any earlier than the night Spructree La., Kimberly Dr. roofing, plywood and electrical. Fridays – Westvale area (Westholm Blvd. section to before. No fluorescent fixtures. 2. All garbage must be at curbside by 6:00 a.m. on Avery Ave., City Line) – (subject to change due to pick 4. WHITE GOODS PICK-UP – Picked up same up volume and weather) collection day. day as brush and yard waste. Grass Clippings will be picked up during regular yard 3. The weekly limit on household trash is a total of White good items are – Stoves, dishwashers, clothes waste days from April 1st through December 1st as is the 10 trash bags and not weighing more than 75lbs. each dryers, washing machines, hot water tanks, small current schedule. All grass clippings MUST BE in PA- 4. Please use clear trash/garbage bags. amounts of scrap metal, etc. PER BAGS, CARDBOARD BOXES or a container 5. NOT included in your trash pick-up is: construc- 5. CONCRETE, STONES, DIRT, ETC. tion debris, yard waste, furniture, appliances, and any- NOT TO EXCEED 50 lbs. ABSOLUTELY NO PLAS- A wheelbarrow full (approx. 4 cu. ft.) will be picked TIC BAGS! (Mulching is a better alternative) thing hazardous. up once a month from April 1st through November 1st. 6. Sign-up to receive email notices of 1-day delays All yard waste, other than tree branches, must be in Residents must call Highway Garage Department and be paper bags, cardboard boxes, trash cans. (NO PLAS- in collection due to holidays, along withdetails on other placed on list (315-488-7705) services offered, by visiting their website . TIC BAGS) – there is a 50 lb limit for barrels and The following items WILL NOT BE PICKED UP bags BY OUR DEPT. – Tires, gas tanks, l.p. tanks, car parts, RECYCLING Loose raked leaves in wind rows along your front refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, yard(do not put in roadway) will only be picked up Waste Management is the recycling hauler for the microwaves, t.v.’s computer monitors. from October 1st through Dec. 1st. All other times of the Town. If you have any recycling questions, please call The Highway Department no longer accepts electron- year, rakings must be in paper bags, cardboard boxes,or Waste Management at 315-457-5838 ex. 302. ics. Please visit ocrra.org or contact the Highway Depart- trash cans. (NO BLUE BINS). 1. Do NOT put recycling out any earlier than the ment for a list of e-waste recycling options. night before. 2. All recycling must be at curbside by 7:00 a.m. RECYCLING INFO (Information obtained from Onondaga County Resource Recovery Agency)

Softcover books and #5 plastics accepted in the blue bin! • Softcover books are any bound item that is NOT a before you can toss the soft-cover and its contents into hardcover book. Think paperbacks, phone books, manu- your bin. als, workbooks, notebooks, etc. There is no special • #5s are wide-mouthed, tub shaped plastic containers preparation necessary if the softcover book’s binding is that typcially hold yogurt, margarine, cottage cheese, etc. stapled or glued. Just toss it into your blue bin. If it has a Check the bottom for a #5 symbol to be sure. spiral, wire or plastic binding those must be removed

What goes in the trash? Trash this Paper: Trash this Glass: • Corrugated cardboard with wax, plastic, or • Dishes & drinking glasses styrofoam • Ceramics (plates or mugs) • Frozen food boxes • Window & auto glass • Paper plates & cups • Mirrors • Paper towels, tissue, toilet paper • Pottery & clay pots • Egg cartons (paper or styrofoam) • Light bulbs • Non-paper envelopes (Tyvek) - Fluorescent bulbs: Please do not place in the • Hardcover books trash or Blue Bin. • Metallic paper (including cards with silver / gold - RESIDENTS should make an appointment for trimming) OCRRA’s next Household Hazardous Waste Day. Trash this Plastic: - BUSINESSES should follow NY state require- • Plastic food trays (frozen food trays, candy trays, ments, see the DEC website for info. cake, cookie containers) Search under “fluorescent bulbs”. • Styrofoam (coffee cups, packaging materials, trays) Trash this Metal: • Hard plastics (tableware, toys) • Latex paint cans (dry out paint and remove lids) • Motor oil bottles (or any bottle that contained a - To dispose of oil based paints, stains, and var- hazardous material) nishes make an appointment for OCRRA’s next House- • Plastic bags (NOTE: CLEAN plastic bags can be hold Hazardous Waste Collection Day. recycled at most grocery and retail stores) • Scrap metal. Take to a scrap dealer. Page 4 - Summer 2017 - AbouTown From the Geddes Police Department: From the Assessor's Office: Victor M. Gillette, Chief of Police Lucille V. Fox, Assessor As a reminder, the Geddes Police De- during the summer months. Our goal is STAR Exemption Program. If you are a partment has a Police Tips-e-mail address to help reduce serious injury or fatal car EXEMPTIONS new owner or do not already have a that can be used by citizens who would crashes through extensive enforcement of Please be advised, the Assessor’s of- STAR Exemption on your primary resi- like to advise the police department of a the vehicle and traffic laws, with seatbelt fice has completed the processing of all dence, you may qualify for a STAR Re- police related issue or provide informa- and cell phone enforcement our top pri- applications for exemptions, including lief Check. In order to apply, you will tion on criminal activity. The informa- orities. We will also be strictly enforcing but not limited to, the Basic STAR, En- need to contact New York State Depart- tion received can only be accessed by handicap and Fire Lane parking viola- hanced STAR, Senior Citizens with Lim- ment of Taxation and Finance at (518) the police detective and myself and tions. ited Income, Persons with Disabilities 457-2036 OR register online at the source is kept confidential. The Summer Time is Block Party Time ! and Limited Income, Veterans, Volunteer WWW.TAX.NY.GOV and click on “Star e-mail address is Plan your neighborhood Block Party now Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Property Tax Relief”, and follow the in- [email protected]. ! For a brochure on how to organize a Workers, Business and Clergy Members. structions. The police department also has a Block Party, contact the Geddes police at If you feel you may be eligible for any To find out more information and/or Facebook page where we post police re- 315 468-3283. exemptions you must file an application eligibility requirements for any exemp- lated information that we feel the resi- Our Home Check Program will con- with the Assessor’s office by March 1st tions or if you would like to confirm we dents of Geddes should be aware of. tinue through the summer months. If you to affect the following September School have received your exemption paper- As summer approaches, people have a plan on being away on vacation or at bill, January Property bill and May Vil- work, please call our office at (315) 468- tendency to drive faster. Traffic enforce- camp during the summer, please call our lage bill. 3600, Extension 4. ment is one of our top priorities and we office to have an officer check your resi- The Town of Geddes Assessor’s Of- GRIEVANCE are committed to having safe roads. Our dence while you are away. fice, as a courtesy, will mail out all re- traffic programs are conducted on an on- REMINDER !! If you need the newal applications for exemptions in Grievance Day is always the fourth going basis, however, if you have a spe- Geddes police dial 911 even if it is a non- September 2017. When applying for the Tuesday in May. This year Grievance cific area that you feel needs attention, emergency complaint. Administrative Enhanced Star exemption please provide Day will be on Tuesday, May 23rd, from please call the Geddes police at 315 468- number is 315 468-3283. a copy of your Federal Income Tax re- 4pm to 8pm. Applications will be avail- 3283 or send a message to the Police Tips I would like to take this opportunity to turn for 2016 with the completed applica- able the first week in May at the e-mail address. congratulate Officer Ben Nightingale as tion. When applying for the Senior Citi- Assessor’s office. Once an application is Our speed display signs will again be he recently received an award from zen with Limited Income exemption submitted to our office you will be given deployed to areas of the town where MADD (mothers against drunk driving) please provide a copy of your MOST RE- a time to appear in front of the Board of speeding has been an issue. The signs for his efforts in DWI enforcement. CENT Federal Income Tax (2016 or Review, to present your complaint. The have become a very popular enforcement Also, congratulations to Officer 2017) with the completed application and tentative assessment roll is available for tool that are being used in many neigh- Makenzie Glynn and Officer Nightingale the end of the year Social Security Ben- review in the Assessor’s office. borhoods. We will continue to hand out as both officers were recognized by the efit Statement. Any owner, who pres- As always, I wish you a very pleasant the SLOW DOWN lawn signs that have Central New York Association of Chiefs ently receives the Basic Star, turning 65 summer, drive safely and remember to become a big hit with local residents. of Police for their life saving efforts on a by December 2018, may be eligible for renew your exemptions, (if required) by You can receive a lawn sign by stopping rescue call. the Enhanced Star. All applications for March 1st, annually. If you have any by the police department during regular HAVE A SAFE AND exemptions must be filed by our annual questions or concerns regarding this no- business hours. taxable status date, MARCH 1st. tice, please contact my office at (315) The Geddes police will be involved in ENJOYABLE SUMMER ! ! There have been some changes to the 468-3600 Ext. 4. numerous traffic enforcement initiatives From the Dog Control Office: From the Code Enforcement/Fire Diana Fadden, Dog Control Officer Marshall's Office: Hello pet parents, this is Ms. Diana State is a Dog License. Bringing a dog to Fadden writing from the Dog Control Of- the vet, groomers, or having a microchip Peter Albrigo, Code Enforcement Officer fice. I would just like to share some does NOT mean you’re a “legal” owner, All Geddes residents that have home doors and other common repair projects safety tips and offer some friendly ad- ONLY the DOG LICENSE does. repair projects should inquire into grants involving lead paint. vice. PLEASE pick up your dog’s poop (on that are given to certain home improve- b. Repairs include window and door First off, PLEASE use the leash law. walks AND in your own yard). There is ment projects. The grants are given by replacement, exterior siding, Porch work. It doesn’t matter if you have a friendly NOTHING worse than an owner that Onondaga Community Development Di- 2. The ramp program is designed to dog, obedient dog, shy dog, big dog, leaves feces all over their yard OR the vision. Most grants are subject to income allow accessibility improvements such as small dog; all of them need to be leashed yard of a neighbor. Dog poop is NOT eligibility, age and a first come basis. A ramps and bathroom modifications for (unless you are on your own property OR fertilizer, it doesn’t disappear, and it con- few are listed below. disabled residents, the shape up program the person’s property you’re on states taminates the water we drink and use 1. Housing Rehabilitation Program, provides grants for necessary repairs to otherwise). PUBLIC PROPERTY = (gross). This program offers several different op- lower income homeowners who are 62 LEASHED DOG. Thanks for taking the time to read this tions to residents. and older. LICENSE your dog(s). The ONLY article, and PLEASE call me if you have a. They offer a lead paint hazard pro- There are several other programs with thing that proves ownership in New York ANY questions. gram. Grants are awarded for the reha- in the Onondaga Community Develop- bilitation of residential properties where ment Division. For additional information there is a child or children under the age call Onondaga Community Development GYMNASIUM HOURS at the of 6 years old who live there or visit Division, 421 Montgomery Street 11th Fl. regularly. The program includes the re- Syracuse NY 13209 (315) 435-3558. JOHN CARNO RECREATION CENTER pairing or replacement of painted win- Visit the Onondaga County Web Site, Or Gym Hours are subject to change, due to classes, special activities, etc. dow frames, wood siding, and painted you may contact this office for assistance. Mondays ...... 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesdays ...... 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. *Wednesdays ...... 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. From the Engineer's Office: Thursdays ...... 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. William Morse, Town Engineer A draft of the annual report for the Management Program you can contact Fridays ...... 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Town of Geddes Stormwater Manage- the Town Engineer at 468-3600 ext. 7 or Saturdays ...... Closed ment Program is available for review by e-mail to *The Lakeland Senior Citizens use the Recreation Center and comment on the Town website and at [email protected]. For more the second Wednesday of each month the Town Clerk’s office. Please submit information on stormwater regulations Non-Residents will be charged a user’s fee ($5.00) during supervised/recreational gym. any comments by May 25th . If you have you can click on the Stormwater Infor- questions about the Geddes Stormwater mation link on the Town website. For more information, call the department at 315-487-8238. Summer 2017 - AbouTown - Page 5 Town of Geddes Department of Parks and Recreation John Carno Recreation Center • 823 State Fair Blvd. • Syracuse, NY 13209 OFFICE TELEPHONE: 315-487-8238 / 315-487-8243 REGISTRATION PROCEDURES: OFFICE HOURS: Weekdays: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Advanced registration is required for all programs, unless otherwise stated. Town (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend - residents will be given preference. Fridays Only: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) • Register by calling the Recreation Department at 315-487-8238, or by stopping by the office located in the John Carno Recreation Center, 823 State Fair Blvd., Lake- Email: [email protected] land, during office hours. • Registration fees must be paid prior to the first class/program by mail or in person. NO REFUNDS will be made after classes/programs begin. RECREATION DEPARTMENT STAFF: • All programs and classes are on a first come first serve basis. Class sizes are CYNTHIA R. MAGGIORE limited, and we reserve the right to combine or cancel classes. Director of Recreation • The department does not carry medical insurance for program participants. DEBORAH MORRELL • Registrants are responsible for their own transportation. Recreation Supervisior Programs and classes through the Recreation Department are Dorothy Dantuono Scott Bartowski - Recreation Attendant added throughout the year and are not necessarily advertised Jared Ciereck - Recreation Attendant in the AbouTown newspaper. For updates and program/class John Liberati - Recreation Attendant listings, please check the Town of Geddes website or call the Sheila Turley - Recreation Attendant Tyler Thomas - Recreation Attendant department at 315-487-8238 during business hours. RecreationRecreationRecreation ProgramsProgramsPrograms /// NewsNewsNews

GYMNASTICS TENNIS CLINIC Instruction in the basics of gymnastics and the class will include tumbling, vaulting, (NOW BEING HELD AT CHERRY ROAD SCHOOL) balance beam and more. A Cheer/Tumbling class for age 7 and up and Intermediate The clinic, for youth and teen beginners, ages 7 and class will also be offered. up, will consist of instruction in the various strokes, Westside Gymnastics, W. Genesee St. playing strategies and different aspects involved in the July 10 to July 24 game of tennis. Preregistration is necessary. Mini- Mondays, Boys Beginner from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. mum of 4, but limited to 6 per session. Girls Beginner from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, July 10 to 13 Preschool (3 to 5) from 10 to 11 a.m. Cherry Road School Tumbling/Cheer from 8 to 9 p.m. 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. (If needed, a second session will Fees: $45 for Preschool class, Boys Beginner and be held from 7 to 8 p.m.) Tumble/Cheer class (3 wk. session) Instructor: Alyssa Wall, Westhill grad and OCC $54 for Girls Beginner class (3 wk. session) Lazers Tennis Team member Checks payable to Westside Gymnastics Fee: $25 residents, $27 nonresidents Checks payable to Town of Geddes ELITE ATHLETE SUMMER CAMP START SMART AT ELITE PERSONAL FITNESS SPORTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 6 Weeks of Unlimited Speed and Strength Training for any 12-18 yr old athlete The Start Smart Sports Development Program is a developmentally appropriate in- looking to play on a different level in the Fall. The Elite Personal Training team has troductory sports program for children 4-7 years old, which prepares them for orga- helped thousands of athletes from every sport run faster, jump higher and increase nized sports, in a fun non-threatening environment. It teaches them basic motor skills strength from Middle School to the Pros! while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents. A parent’s Initial Performance Testing: July 6th at 1:00pm participation with child is necessary. The sports of soccer and baseball/softball will be Start Date: July 7th emphasized. Age appropriate equipment from Franklin Sports® and Hasbro® is used End Date: August 18th in teaching throwing, catching, batting and kicking. The Town’s equipment is for Times: 9:00 am or 4:00 pm Monday through Friday/ 10:00am on Saturdays participants’ use only at the program location site and is not to be brought home. Price: $399 (Payable to Elite Personal Training the first night) Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, July 17, 18 & 19 For more information or to register, call (315) 882-2463 Cherry Road School Field 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Instructor: TBA Fee: $30 residents, $35 nonresidents Min: 6 children Max: 18 children Checks payable to Town of Geddes HORSEBACK RIDING SUMMERTIME CRAFTS LESSONS Children ages 6 to 10 will create summertime craft One hour lessons, once a week, for 4 weeks at Heritage projects for a one day session. Project materials are included Stables, Skaneateles, with the basics of horseback riding being in the cost of the class. Transportation is not provided to and taught. Class is limited to four students, age 7 to adult. from the class location. Program is TBA at press time John Carno Recreation Center Checks payable to Heritage Stables (due at 1st class) Tuesday, July 12 OR Thursday, Aug. 11 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Fee: $3 residents, $5 nonresidents each session Page 6 - Summer 2017 - AbouTown RecreationRecreationRecreation ProgramsProgramsPrograms /// NewsNewsNews SENIOR CITIZENS “FALL” CARD PARTY TOWN OF GEDDES Seniors 55 and over are invited to attend our annual Spring Card Party. Each table will determine what type of card game they will play and how SUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM they will distribute the table prizes. Prizes will be furnished by the The Town of Geddes Department of Parks and Recreation will operate a Summer Recreation Department. You must bring your own cards. Playground Program at locations throughout Westvale, Lakeland and Solvay. All play- John Carno Recreation Center grounds will be staffed with Geddes Parks and Recreation Department employees from Wednesday, July 5 to Friday, Aug. 11. Hours of operation will be 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 th Thursday, October 5 , 2017 p.m., Monday through Friday. We provide various activites, such as sports, games, 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. crafts and bus trips for the children. Our program is a “come and go” program. Also, Lunch- bring your own or order out during the party (coffee & tea to the locations may close due to inclement weather. Lakeland Park (Located on Alhan Pkwy. and Shore Ave.) be provided) Lindbergh Lawns (Longbranch - located at corner of Stinson St. & Bennett Ave.) Reservations are necessary and may be made by calling the depart- Cherry Road School (Located at the Maple Road side of the school) ment at 487-8238 and must be received by Tuesday, October 3rd Solvay Elementary School (Located on Woods Road – playground area) 2016-2017 YOUTH & BOYS’ 2017 PLAYGROUND BUS TRIPS BASKETBALL LEAGUES Reservations are limited to a certain number per playground and the Town’s pre- printed permission slips are necessary for all trips. RESERVATIONS MUST BE SPECIAL THANKS: MADE THROUGH THE PLAYGROUND SUPERVISORS AT THE PLAY- - to all the parents and volunteers who gave their time and effort to make the Youth GROUNDS WHEN THE PLAYGROUNDS OPEN. PLEASE DO NOT CALL & Boys’ Basketball Leagues a great success!! THE DEPARTMENT FOR RESERVATIONS. Depart times listed are times leaving - to Westhill School District, Cherry Road School and their staff for allowing us use the location to return to the playground. Permission slips will be available at the of their facilities, enabling us to run our program!! playground on the date listed for each trip. Town residents will be given first prefer- CONGRATULATIONS: ence and age limits are listed for each trip. Trip permission slips are for the children - to all who participated in the League for a good season! that attend each particular playground on a regular basis. If someone comes for permis- YOUTH BASKETBALL GRADES 1/2 & 3/4 sion slips and are not a regular participant, their name will be placed on a waiting list, Grade 1/2 until the kids that are regular participants for that playground have a chance to get a Indiana: Coaches Henesey & Burke, Emmet McMahon, Max Franco, Evangeline slip. A child must return on the bus from a field trip unless given permission from Rec. Perry, Jameson Burke, Christian Arsenault, Isaiah Horton, Claire D’Agostino, Dept. (can not ride home with friends or parents). Also, the child must get on and off Mackenzie Conroy, Matthew Henesey the bus at the location from which they received the permission slip. Notre Dame: Coach Gehm, Stella Scarfino, Jordon Brown, Andrew Stewart, Madi- son Chapin, Lyla Gaines, Jim Precourt, Daniel Young, Aleksei Panek, Tyler Gehm Fairmount Putt-Putt Golf Wonderworks N. Carolina: Coach Altheblah, Joseph Marinelli, Omoruyi Ekhator, Jackson Pratt, For ages 5 & over only For ages 7 to 14 only Owen Davidson, Ryan Horrell, Natalie Schell, Samantha Chandler, Brahim Altheblah, Wednesday, July 12th - 11:00 a.m. to Wednesday, August 2nd - 11:00 a.m. Finn Collins 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wake Forest: Coach Nichols, Nicholas Rusin, Elizabeth Ruggireo, Liam Mulderig, Pickups start 10:15 a.m. at Lindbergh Pickups start 10:00 a.m. at Lindbergh Victor Sanchez, Christopher Nichols, Sawyer Stewart, Max Allen, Bryant Stanton, Lawns Lawns Maizie Finnegan Depart at 1:30 p.m. Depart at 2:30 p.m. Pittsburgh: Coach Ellis, Brooke Hange, Matthew Swenton, Will Tyszka, Adrien Cost: $6.50 per game, possibly play- Cost: $9.99 (Bring bag lunch - no ac- Marceau, Aiden Beaudet, Christine Ellis, Jake Jackson, Cooper Pendergast, Jordan ing 2 games, bring lunch or may buy at cess to outside food) Children & leaders Beaudet concession stand are not allowed to leave the Wonder- Florida: Coach Bruzdzinski, Bilal Abraham, David Maestri, Melissa Mondo, Tom Permission slips available July 5 works area & go into Mall Tarolli, Isabella Gallardo, Teagan Kelly, Lottie Bruzdzinski, Carson Rolince, Deon Permission slips due July 10 Permission slips available July 17 Thomas Permission slips due July 26 Grade 3/4 Laser Tag @ Fun Warehouse Ohio State: Coach Gumaer, Jake Bigelow, Aidan Little, Georgia Hange, Phoebe For ages 7 & over only Carnival @ Cherry Rd. School Gumaer, Logan Gardner, Cameron Glatt, Alex Michalkow, Elliot Wetherby Wednesday, July 19th - 12:00 noon to For all ages but ages 5 & over only to Duke: Coach Henesey, Jason Davis, Max Cowin, Hunter Nicoll, Julian Murray, 2:00 p.m. ride bus Timmy Cowin, Mikayla Hart, Paul Wells, Luke Henesey Pickups start 11:15 a.m. at Lindbergh Tuesday, Aug. 8th - 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 Iowa: Coach Hayes and Holleran, Riley Clark, Liam Holleran, Emmett Hassett, Jack Lawns p.m. Hayes, Ryan Sainsbury, Owen Hassett, Austin Getz, Aiden Sheaffer Depart at 2:00 p.m. Pickups start 10:45 a.m. at Cherry Syracuse: Coach Valenti, Tanner Kuriatnyk, Brendan Gilhooley, Eli Prince, Anto- Cost: $10.00 for 2 hrs. unlimited laser Road nio Natal, Lucas Kuriatnyk, Jason Post, Roman Valenti, Ashlyn Smorol tag Depart at 1:00 p.m. Oregon: Coach Lopez, Brandon Pellegrino, Blake Downs, Mason Franco, Anthony Permission slips available July 5 Cost: Game tickets $.25 cents; pop- Conolly, Collin Lopez, Miles Ruggireo, Christ Campbell, Ryan Swierk Permission slips due July 12 corn, Kool-Aid and candy available for Xavier: Coach Rodriguez, Annabelle Stewart, Dominic Scarfino, Payton Money, $.25 each Bryce Stanton, Keondre Patterson, X’zavion Felton, Ethan Lowe, Olivia Rodriguez, Thunder Island Permission slips available July 24 Carmlla Bagozzi For ages 8 & over only Permission slips due August 2 Wednesday, July 26th – 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m The M.O.S.T. ADULT MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Pickups start 9:30 a.m. at Cherry For ages 5 & over only Road. Weds., August 9th - 11:30 a.m. to STANDINGS Depart at 4:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Thursday Evenings Final Standings Cost: $16.00 for Water Park Value Pickups start 10:15 a.m. at Lindbergh Team ...... Wins ...... Losses Team ...... Wins ... Losses Pass (includes all day Jungle Golf (con- Lawns Butternut Cafe ...... 7 ...... 3 MF97 ...... 6 ...... 4 cession stand available at extra cost or Depart at 1:30 p.m. Wally’s ...... 7 ...... 3 Something Made Up .... 2 ...... 8 can bring lunch) Cost: $6.00 for exhibits and playhouse Strokers ...... 7 ...... 3 315 Ballers ...... 1 ...... 9 Permission slips available July 10 Bring a lunch and socks to play in League Champs – Butternut Cafe Permission slips due July 19 playhouse!! Playoff Champs – Butternut Cafe Permission slips available July 24 Playoff Runnersup – Wally’s Permission slips due Aug. 2 Summer 2017 - AbouTown - Page 7 RecreationRecreationRecreation ProgramsProgramsPrograms /// NewsNewsNews MOHEGAN SUN CASINO TRIP SENECA/NIAGARA CASINO TRIPS Enjoy the day at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs Casino, Wilkes- Enjoy the day at Seneca/Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls, USA. A bus Barre PA. A bus incentive package (slot dollars and food vouchers) will incentive is subject to the Casino’s discretion (slot dollars and food be available, however they are subject to change at the Casino’s discre- voucher). Must be at least 21 years of age and must bring a valid govern- tion. Must be at least 21 years of age and must bring a valid government ment issued photo ID (driver’s license, etc.) Food and beverages are issued photo ID (driver’s license, etc.) Food and beverages are available available at the casino and surrounding restaurants. Reservations are at the Sky Food Court and restaurants throughout the casino. Reserva- required and limited. tions are required and limited. Seneca/Niagara Casino, Niagara Falls, NY USA Wilkes-Barre, PA Thursday, September 21st, 2017 Wednesday, June 7th, 2017 Wednesday, October 25th, 2017 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Arrive at casino approximately 11:30 a.m. and depart at 6:00 p.m. Arrive at casino approximately 11:30 a.m. and depart at 6:00 p.m. Bus Pickup Points: (starting at 8:00 a.m.) Bus Pickup Points: (starting at 8:00 a.m.) Solvay/Geddes Youth Center – Geddes Town Hall, Solvay(please Solvay/Geddes Youth Center – Geddes Town Hall, Solvay(please park behind the Youth Center) park behind the Youth Center) John Carno Recreation Center, Lakeland John Carno Recreation Center, Lakeland Cost: $32.00 per person (non-residents will be charged an additional Cost: $32.00 per person (non-residents will be charged an additional $2.00) $2.00) Checks are payable to the Town of Geddes and must be received at Checks are payable to the Town of Geddes and must be received at least two (2) weeks prior to the trip. least two (2) weeks prior to the trip. Reservations are required and limited and may be made by calling Reservations are required and limited and may be made by calling the department at 315 487-8238 the department at 487-8238. FINGER LAKES del LAGO RESORT & CASINO TRIP GAMING AND RACETRACK TRIP Come and enjoy the day at the del Lago Resort and Casino located in Waterloo, NY. A bus incentive is subject to the Casino’s discretion (slot Come and enjoy the day at Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack in dollars and food voucher). Must be at least 21 years of age and must Farmington, NY. Watch the thoroughbred racing action or visit the gam- bring a valid government issued photo ID (driver’s license, etc.) Food ing floor. Must be at least 18 years of age and must bring a valid govern- and beverages are available at the Farmer’s Market Buffet, Smashburger, ment issued photo ID (driver’s license, etc.) Food and beverages are Moe’s, Ciccino’s Pizzeria. Reservations are required and limited. available at the Vineyard Buffet, Terrrace Dining Room, Paddock Room Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 or Platinum Grille. The casino no longer offers bus incentives. Reser- 10:15 a.m. to 6:00p.m. vations are required and limited. Arrive at casino approximately 11:30 a.m. and depart at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 1st, 2017 Bus Pickup Points: (starting at 10:15 a.m.) 10:15 a.m. to 6:00p.m. Solvay/Geddes Youth Center – Geddes Town Hall, Solvay(please Arrive at casino approximately 11:30 a.m. and depart at 5:15 p.m. park behind the Youth Center) Bus Pickup Points: (starting at 10:15 a.m.) John Carno Recreation Center, Lakeland Solvay/Geddes Youth Center – Geddes Town Hall, Solvay(please Cost: $18.00 per person (non-residents will be charged an additional park behind the Youth Center) $2.00) John Carno Recreation Center, Lakeland Checks are payable to the Town of Geddes and must be received at Cost: $20.00 per person (non-residents will be charged an additional least two (2) weeks prior to the trip. $2.00) Reservations are required and limited and may be made by calling Checks are payable to the Town of Geddes and must be received at the department at 315-487-8238. least two (2) weeks prior to the trip. Reservations are required and limited and may be made by calling the department at 315-487-8238. AARP SMART DRIVER COURSES Take the 6-hour classroom refresher John Carno Recreation Center Cost: $20.00 (with AARP course specifically designed for drivers 823 State Fair Blvd., Lakeland membership card) age 50 and over. Auto insurance dis- Wednesday, September 13th, 2017 $25.00 (non-members) counts in most states – consult your 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (one day course) Payable to: AARP (checks only insurance agent. Class size is limited Instructor: Jay Guss – payment must be received prior and a minimum number of participants or to class) is required. Pre-registration is neces- Tuesday, October 17th & Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 Mail payment to the Geddes Rec- sary and can be made by calling the 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (two day course) reation Department, 823 State Fair department at 315-487-8238. Instructor: Jay Guss Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13209 Page 8 - Summer 2017 - AbouTown CommunityCommunityCommunity NewsNewsNews Solvay Public Library 615 Woods Road, (Corner of Woods & North Orchard) Village of Solvay, New York 13209 - Telephone 315-468-2441 for details or directions. To view our Event Calendar with a listing of our programs, online catalog, and databases go to www.solvaylibrary.org. Also, find us on facebook.

Summer Hours: (from June 18 to activity ideas. ety of meeting spaces for your commu- library. September 4) Be sure to check our website and nity group and clubs. Our spaces are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday online calendar regularly or stop by the ideal for a special program, workshops, Friends of the Library 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Thursday and Fri- library for updated calendars and news. or a committee meeting. We have wire- The Friends of the Solvay Public Li- day 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays It’s a great way to know about our new less access, a digital projector, and other brary was established in 2004. They pro- 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We are closed programs, upcoming library events, pro- equipment for meeting use. Due to mu- vide vital support to the library and its Sundays. gram descriptions, schedules, and library nicipal laws paid, private tutors are not programs, and advocate for the library in Be sure to check our Facebook page news. All programs are free and open to allowed to use our facility. Call the li- our community. as well as our website and online calen- the public. brary for more information on how to Help support the ongoing programs dar regularly for updated library news. · Toddler Story Time- On Tuesdays schedule a room for your meeting or and book collection at Solvay Public Li- These are great ways to know about up- from 10:15 – 11:00 a.m. children ages 2 group. brary by joining the Friends of the Li- coming library events and program infor- ½ to 5 can come with their parent or · Public use scanners and a photo- brary organization. Active members at- mation. caregiver for story time. Children will copier. tend monthly meetings every third Thurs- hear a story, make a craft to take home, · The Library is home to the archives Summer Reading Program day at the library and/or volunteer at and enjoy a small snack. of the Solvay Process Company and has book sales, programs, and fundraisers. All children entering grades K-12 are · Library Wednesday Movie- The 1st special collection material related to the Unable to attend the meetings or commit invited to join our summer reading club and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 5:30 remediation of Onondaga Lake. The Lo- your time to volunteering? Inactive and attend the many programs and events p.m. Pack a picnic dinner from home or cal History room also houses archives of members contribute with membership we’re planning during June, July and Au- your favorite takeout restaurant and head the Solvay Union Free District and some dues. Membership forms are available gust—and even one program in Septem- to the library for a movie night! local history materials. Use of the room is at www.solvaylibrary.org, at the library, ber! Build a Better World, this · Game Day- Children ages 5 – 14 possible by appointment only. or can be mailed to you by calling the summer’s program theme, is meant to can join us every Thursday from 4:00 – · Artist of the Month- We welcome library at 468-2441. shine a light on building to improve our 4:45 p.m. for game day. We have a vari- local artists to display their work in the Join them at their next meeting as they lives. The following programs are set ety of gaming activities including board library. If you would like to share your plan and prepare for their next fundraiser and ready to go this summer: games, computer games, card games, and creative talents with our community by and annual book and bake sale. 1. Zoo to You Monday, June 26th at more! Play one of the games we have or exhibiting your work, please contact the 10:00 a.m. bring your own game to share. 2. MOST Science Show Wednesday, · Friday Crafts- On Fridays from July 5th at 10:00 a.m. 4:00 – 4:45 children ages 5 – 14 will be 3. Moreland the Magician Wednesday able to make crafts that they can take July 19th at 10:00 a.m. home. All supplies are provided! 4. Dan the Snakeman Wednesday July · Book Club- Did you know Solvay 26th at 1 p.m. Library has an adult book club? New 5. Syracuse Scottish Bagpipe Band, members are always welcome! Call the Saturday September 16, 2 p.m. library for meeting times or to join. · Rapid Reads and Fast Flicks- No Special Programs more waiting for bestselling book titles Above 40-Workers in Transition- Ev- and popular DVDs! With Rapid Reads ery Friday, 9:30 a.m. A regular meeting new books and Fast flicks DVDs on our of professionals over 40 seeking guid- shelves you can borrow these new, popu- ance, job search, and career exploration. lar titles without having to put them on Banking Services Available for a hold. Small Business- Wednesday, May 10, 6 Library Services p.m. A seminar on how to acquire fi- nancing for small business start-ups, pre- · Do you have an eReader? You can sented by Solvay Bank. download books to read or listen to for OCC Lunch and Learn-Wednesday free from our online catalog. You will May 17, 12noon. A Luncheon and Semi- need to download some free software in nar by and for Small Business, presented order to access our books. by the business and financial school fac- · Computer and Tech Help- The li- ulty of Onondaga Community College. brary has 14 computers available for pub- Friends of the Solvay Public Library An Afternoon with Three Local Au- lic use with printing capabilities. We thors- Saturday June 10, 2 p.m. We wel- provide free WiFi service if you’d like to Book & Bake Sale 2017 come a panel of three local authors. The come in with your own device and con- th program will feature book readings, dis- nect to the Internet. We also offer free Friday, May 19 - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm one-on-one tech assistance by appoint- cussion and books signings by three writ- th ers of romance and mystery novels. ment. If you need help with computer Saturday, May 20 - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm basics including using the Internet, how st Ongoing Library Programs to set up an email account, fill out an Sunday, May 21 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm We would love to hear your ideas for online application, or help with down- Hardcovers - $1.00, Paperbacks and Kid’s books - $.50 loading books onto your eReader, call the future programs and activities held at the DVD’s & Music CD’s - $1.00 library. Please call the library or stop in library at 468-2441 to make an appoint- and let us know what you would like to ment. Location: Solvay Fire Department, 1925 Milton Ave., Solvay see at your library! We are looking for · Library Community Room and Call the Library at 315-468-2441 for more information. adult, teen, and children’s program and Meeting Rooms- The library has a vari- Summer 2017 - AbouTown - Page 9 CommunityCommunityCommunity NewsNewsNews Lakeside Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary submitted by: Kelly Slowik, President Well we made it through another long iliary for their continued support and Syracuse winter. At times I wondered if dedication. When I add up the years of Spring was ever going to get here. Fortu- service of our active membership it nately, she did. The Lakeside Ladies comes to 778 years. Wow!!! This is Auxiliary held our annual installation commitment. I am so proud of these la- 2017 Westvale dinner at Tassone’s Wine Garden in dies!!! Baldwinsville on April 5th. The new Please mark your calendars for the elected officers are as follows: President Auxiliary’s annual craft show and bake Garden Tour Kelly Slowik, Vice President Doreen sale: Saturday, October 14, 2017. Please Casimiro, Treasurer/State Delegate come and support your local Fire Depart- WESTVALE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION INFORMATION: JoAnn Dunn, Secretary Carmella ment Auxiliary and the many crafters. SATURDAY, JULY 15, 2017 Hoffman, Asst. Secretary Joanne Hart To the volunteer firefighters of the 10AM TO 3PM and Trustees are Tracey Salamino, Mary Lakeside Fire Department and all other Several local gardens to tour. Start at Cherry Road School to obtain the garden map. Falcone and Michelle Butler. My ap- fire departments, I would like to thank Free parking available at the school. pointed officers are: Historian/Chaplain you for your service to our community Cost; $5 per person or $10 per family of 4. Children under 12 are free Dottie Smorol, Color Bearer Karen and all the surrounding communities. For more information, contact Heather Durant at 315-320-6530 or Smorol, Publicity Tracey Salamino, Fire “Volunteers are unpaid, not because they [email protected] Call Chairperson Jackie Tousant, County are worthless, but because they are price- Delegate Carm Hoffman and County Al- less.” God Bless our firemen and ternate Jeanne Zoanetti. I would like to firewomen. thank all the members of the Ladies Aux- Solvay Fire Department Auxiliary submitted by: Judith DeLucia Our Blue Light Memorial Tree fund - LADIES EVENING OUT - raiser in November was a great success PRE HOLIDAY SHOPPING and the December Tree Lighting event - FRIDAY NIGHT - Solvay-Geddes was very well attended and we want to October 27, 2017 thank everyone who donated. The 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. money raised was given to Solvay Fire It’s Never To Early Department to fund their Fire Prevention To start Holiday Shopping Community Programs. Many of your Favorite Our March Craft Show and Bake Sale Vendors in one location! was a great success again and we want to For your day of Shopping! Youth Center thank all the bakers, crafters and those SOLVAY FIRE DEPT. who attended. We thank the community 1925 Milton Avenue 1010 Woods Road, Solvay, NY 13209 • (315) 488-3666 for their continued support. Remember to checkout the homemade www.Solvayyouthcenter.com baked goods at our ELECTION DAY th Basketball - Swimming Bake Sale – November 11 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM WILL BEGIN AGAIN IN THE FALL Men’s Open league ...... $275 per team & $45 each week for referees ...... call Lou @ 488-3666 Swim lessons ...... $60 each 6 week session (discounted to members) Solvay Tigers Next session begins week of June 19th through July 24th, 2017 MUST be signed up and paid week prior to class Auxiliary Arts & Crafts Submitted by: Carolyn Femano Crafty Group - Adults ...... Thurs 9:30-11:30am ...... Every other week The Solvay Tigers Auxiliary is look- refreshments at Solvay Tigers Bingo (Hand knit, crochet or sew) ing to increase their membership. Our which is held on Saturday nights at the Children’s Programs ...... TBA membership is now open to include youth center. By joining the auxiliary people from the Town of Geddes, and helping to sell refreshments at bingo Camillus, Onondaga and the Village of once every five weeks you can earn a Other Programs Solvay. free membership to the center to exercise Defensive Driving...... 9:00 am - 3:30 pm ...... September 12th, 2017 We are a service organization that and have use of the pool. Please call ...... 9:00 pm - 12:00 pm ...... October 3rd & 4th, 2017 supports the Solvay-Geddes Community Carolyn Femano at 488-7194 or Judy ...... 9:00 am - 3:30 pm ...... November 1st, 2017 Youth Center and programs for the youth DeLucia at 468-1906 for more informa- For more information please call 315-488-3666 or visit our website of our area. We earn money by selling tion. Page 10 - Summer 2017 - AbouTown SeniorSeniorSenior CitizensCitizensCitizens CornerCornerCorner Lakeland Senior Citizens submitted by: Joe Mingin

Welcome Spring!! Spring and summer with the Lakeland Seniors is going to be filled with fun activities. But first a recap of our January through April lunches and meeting highlights. Our lunch outings included Ernie’s, The Longhorn, Fabio’s, and Finally Ours. At our January meeting, Sue Millet, Geddes Town His- torian, presented a slide show of the Town of Geddes history. We had pizza, too. New member Larry In February members of our Town Board spoke to us New members Helen and Helen and answered questions. Shirley and Eileen entertained us after the meeting. The Twin Magicians baffled us with their sleight of hand and wit in March. And Fair Deli provided us with a variety of sandwiches (we do eat well). April featured a guided tour of the former Hotel Syra- cuse and a trip to the Turning Stone. Preceding our meeting, Dave Forrest catered a roast pork dinner that was Guest speakers from the mouth watering. Following the meeting two speakers Sue Millett showing Geddes History in January Vera House at our April from Vera House educated us about elder abuse. meeting. That was then, this is now. Upcoming in May we have a return engagement of Sentimental Serenade on the 3rd. On the 10th Chief Vic Gillette and Captain Fall will speak and answer questions, followed by the One Man Band for entertainment. June 14th will feature a speaker from the Audobon So- ciety and June 28th (Don’t miss this one) we will have our 2nd annual strawberry shortcake and ice cream festival and karaoke with songs of the 50’s and 60’s. Doo Wop, Doo Representatives from the Town at our February meeting Wop. Eileen and Rose On July 12th, we will have our famous summer picnic entertaining us at the at Lakeland Park catered by Fair Deli. This year we will February meeting have Jesse Derringer for our entertainment. In August we will have ice cream and cake courtesy of the Kiwanis Club plus a special surprise. You’re gonna love it! Our four lunch destinations are Rico’s (closing forever in May), Ernies, Dominick’s and Uriah’s Is there any wonder that we are the best senior club in Lakeland! Celebrating Rita’s birthday at the Longhorn Want more? Call me for a schedule – Joe 315 488- 3713 Twin magicians with "Volunteer" Shirley

Our Seniors touring the Old Hotel Syracuse New member Eileen Our luncheon host Fabio Summer 2017 - AbouTown - Page 11 SeniorSeniorSenior CitizensCitizensCitizens CornerCornerCorner Geddes Senior Citizens submitted by: Anne DeMarchi and Sandra Makarwicz, Publicity Chairladies The first three 2017 At our April 27th meet- meetings of the Geddes ing, we enjoyed listening Seniors were held in the to the barbershop group afternoon and very well at- Harmony Katz. Refresh- tended. We started the ments for the evening in- year off by being enter- cluded a variety of deli- tained by the Dewitt cious cream pies prepared Choraliers after our Janu- by several of our mem- ary meeting. Refresh- bers. th ments included a variety of Our May 25 meeting The Dewitt Choraliers Entertain at our January Meeting delicious cakes made by will begin at 6:30 pm and many of our members. includes our annual pasta night), our guest speaker day, August 9th. Included and a proposed trip to Our February meeting dinner, which will be ca- will be Dr. Phillip Arnold, will be a demonstration of Asheville, North Carolina was our “Favorite Soup tered by Peter Greco. No Director of Ska-nonh – a salad dressing and des- from October 1 through Day”. We enjoyed a vari- entertainment is planned Great Law of Peace Cen- sert by the chef and a boat October 6. ety of 12 different soups for the night, but members ter. Dr. Arnold will do a ride on the Canandaigua We would like to invite all made by our members. are invited to stay after the presentation on the Lady. all residents of the Town John Hrynyk and Richard meeting to visit. Onondaga Lake French Following our August of Geddes to join our orga- Miller of the Onondaga Our first travel event of Fort. 24th meeting, entertain- nization. Our dues are $10 Historical Society gave an the year will be on Mon- Our annual picnic will ment will be a tribute to a year. We meet the 4th incredible presentation on day, June 19th to see the take place at Lakeland Patsy Cline performed by Thursday of the month in the Split Rock Explosion. Broadway musical “Guys Park on July 20th (the 3rd Lori Ann. Dessert will be the basement of Robinson The presentation included and Dolls” at the Merry- Thursday) beginning at 5 brownies ala mode. Memorial Church on the a wonderful slide show Go-Round Theatre in Au- pm. The event will be ca- Future travel plans in- corner of Terry Road and and brought back many burn. Following the per- tered by Ernie’s Café. The clude a day trip to the W. Granger Road. Our memories of Solvay Pro- formance, we will have Syracuse All-Star Band Merry-Go-Round Theatre meetings begin at 7 pm. cess, the elevated conveyer dinner at the Hilton Gar- will provide entertainment. on Friday, September 8th to Feel free to join us for a system, and the “Rock den Inn in Auburn. Our next day trip will be see “Ghost the Musical”, meeting to see what the Pile” on Milton Avenue. At our June 22nd meet- to the Canandaigua Culi- followed by dinner at a lo- Geddes Seniors are all In March we enjoyed a ing (strawberry shortcake nary Institute on Wednes- cation to be announced about!!! delicious Chicken and Bis- cuit dinner catered by Pe- ter Greco. There was no program, but members enjoyed staying after the meeting to visit.

John Hrynyk and Richard Miller of the Onondaga Historical Society Our Annual Soup Luncheon Chicken and Biscuit Dinner at our March Meeting Page 12 - Summer 2017 - AbouTown SeniorSeniorSenior CitizensCitizensCitizens CornerCornerCorner Solvay Senior Citizens submitted by: Sharon Marr, Publicity Chairman

Hope everyone had a Waterloo. I’m sure we Round Playhouse to see safe New Year. We will have some happy “Guys and Dolls”, then started out the year with people and some not so dinner at the Hollywood Detective Michael happy. Restaurant in Auburn. In Najolic, from the Solvay Our speaker for May is July we will be going to Police Department. He not yet set. Our trip for the Auburn Public Theatre started out by giving us this month is to The Corn- to see “Precious Non- some information about ing Museum of Glass, a sense” and then we will be our Village (crime reports, trip to Hazlitt Winery and heading to Laska’s for din- police calls). He had infor- lunch is included at the ner. mation comparing last museum. More news next year and this year. The Future trips include time...... calls have gone up, but the June to the Merry Go crimes have actually gone down a bit. He answered some questions about New Members of the Solvay Seniors things going on in neigh- St. As we all know, it has ment. He spoke in general borhoods. started already. He is hop- about things going on in February brought our ing it will be done by Fair our Village. Some people Mayor Ronald Beneditti as time. We had a question had some complicated our speaker. He told us and answer period. He questions for him, which about all the construction, also treated us to some he answered to their satis- that is going to be happen- goodies. faction. We also had a ing this spring and sum- March our speaker was very nice dinner at Twin mer. It will be involving Chief Alan Wood, from Trees Two, put on by the Milton Ave. and Bridge the Solvay Police Depart- officers of the Seniors. We had our choice of 3 entrees and each one was very good. We were scheduled to go to del Lago Casino, but due to the big storm was cancelled till April. Our speaker for the month of April was Dan Golden from the Solvay Public Library. He is the new Director. He told about the history and how Solvay Library is only one of 10 original Carnigie Li- braries left in the United States. They also have a special room of old memento’s of Solvay Pro- cess and many other arti- facts. We had two trips this month. The first was to Yellow Brick Road Ca- sino, followed by dinner at Rico’s Restaurant. It was served family style and was very, very good. Our second trip this month is Dinner at Rico’s Restaurant to the del Lago Casino in Dinner at Twin Trees Too