Around Town

Christmas Shopping and Holiday Fun

2010-11-19T08:39:00.000-08:00

Another year, another joyous Christmas season. Mexico, NY, will again be the center of activity on December 3, 4 & 5. Friday is movie night. Saturday is busy with shopping, Friends of Bob Cratchitt, horse drawn wagon rides, parade, tree lighting and visits with Santa. Bring your pets along and have their picture take with Santa! Sunday, the Mexico Historical Society will present their Christmas Concert at the Wilcox Memorial and there will be a live Nativity on Academy St. For complete details and schedule of events go to Christmas in Mexico on Facebook or www.mexicony.net and click on the link on the Home Page.

Run, Bambi, Run!!! Hunting season opens Saturday. Woodland walks are on hold until it's over. I grew up in a fishing, hunting, trapping family but I stay out of the woods now during hunting season. There seem to be too many wild shots fired around here! Posted signs mean very little to some.

Love this time of year. Sweaters, cozy slippers, delicious aromas from the kitchen and the crisp autumn air make a great combination.

Glad I'm not flying anywhere soon. Because of a knee replacement I usually sent off the alarms and have to be check out. If that's what's needed to keep us safe, so be it. Not sure about the new techniques. From what I've seem of them, the body scan seems impersonal enough. Wonder about the amount of radiation. Anyone out there know more about it???

Water District #2 has been approved for a grant and 0% loan. The Town Board is scheduling a Public Hearing. I'm looking forward to hearing the details and looking over the proposed district map. This is an important project for so many families with inadequate water and will increase the value of their property and could reduce their homeowners insurance premiums.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2010-10-30T13:36:00.000-07:00

Now that most of the leaves are down the fun begins. Raking and mulching is taking up a lot of my time. However,I can always find time to tramp through the woods and watch the squirrels scurry around stocking up for winter. Our owl still hoots at night and we have a pack of coyotes howling in our near woods.

The Mexico Historical Society has received the go-ahead from the State and are able to start the preservation of the Starr Clark Tin Shop on Main Street. Stage one of the restoration has begun and will include roof repair, foundation repair and restoring the exterior to its original design. You might want to check the Historical Society's web site for more information.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 3rd to join the Mexico Historical Society at the Bake Shop Eatery for a fund raising event. You will be greeted by the officers and board of directors of the Historical Society throughout the evening.
Starting at 4 PM and ending at 9 PM the Bake Shop Eatery will offer a barbecued pulled pork dinner with two sides for $6.99. The Historical Society will earn a portion of the evening dinner proceeds from all menu purchases. The Bake Shop is located at 3281 Main Street in the village of Mexico. Menu items can be
preordered by calling Denise Stewart, proprietor, at 963-1111 during normal business hours.

The train depot on Scenic Ave. will again have a new life. This historic landmark will become the home of the Oswego County Credit Union. Renovations have started and they are working with the Historical Society to preserve as much of the original building as possible. They are hoping to open before the snow flies.

According to Sandra Scott, www.examiner.com, it is never too early to get into the holiday spirit. Head to Yogi Bear’s Jellystone in Mexico, New York where local artisans will be showcasing their crafts and talents on Sunday,November 14th. The event runs from 12pm to 4pm. This is an exceptional opportunity to
jump start your holiday shopping and party planning. For more information on this event go to www.examiner.com.

Don't forget to vote on Tuesday!

Sunset

2010-09-07T10:30:00.000-07:00

Did you see the sunset last Sunday? White fluffy clouds over dark threatening clouds over bright blue sky over a white capped lake. Then, as the sun began to set the sky morphed into a fiery blaze tinting the dark clouds with pink. Well, words or pictures can't do it justice. It was just spectacular.

With our summer vacation going out in a blaze of glory, it's time to start thinking about what's ahead. And there are a lot of things to do and think about. I really must get outside and start putting the garden to bed for the winter. The annuals are beginning to look tired and it's almost the season for pumpkins, mums and corn stalks. Have you noticed the change in the tree leaves? And the air feels different. The windows in our home need a good washing, not to mention the painting left to the last minute. However, all work and no play can make me a little cranky. I really enjoy this time of year and the woods do call to me. The crunch of the leaves under foot, squirrels scurrying up the trees. The fields are ripe with wild grasses and flowers for fall bouquets, and those acorns and pine cones look nice in the house during the winter.

Mexico Point Park is still open for picnics, woodland walks, or just enjoying the view of Lake Ontario. The park has one more scheduled event. On September 12, at 2 p.m., Nancy Kaiser will present Fall Wild Edibles, featuring what nature's fall buffet has to offer . This is a free event with donations appreciated.

The Mexico Chamber of Commerce and Friends of Bob Cratchitt are already organizing Christmas in Mexico with Morgan Kerr taking over the chair for this event.

Another upcoming event is the Mexico Public Library's 20th Annual Cider Run and Walk on Saturday, September 25th. Fun Run starts at 9:00, 5K Run/Walk starts at 9:30. You can register for this event online at EZRaceReg. You should look at their web site, www.mexicopubliclibrary.org.

To keep up with what happening around town you can check in on our web site, www.mexicony.net. We try to keep it current, and appreciate your letting us know of any event in the area that should be listed.

After thinking about all that need to be done around the house, I guess I better get at it! Wash windows or walk in the woods? Hummmmmmmm.

Summer Time

2010-07-27T11:16:00.000-07:00

So far this has been a summer like in the "olden days". Well, maybe not quite, since I'm setting here in my air conditioned house in front of my computer. Back then on days like this I'd be on the beach at Mexico Point slathering on baby oil and listening to my transistor radio.

Remember when going to an Ice Cream Social was one of the highlights of the summer? Well, The Friends of Mexico Point Park are giving us the opportunity to experience this all over again. August 1, from 2-5 p.m. you can meet people you haven't seen in a while, eat a Mexican Sundae, listen to some great music, possibly win the Stone Skipping Contest and sample some Wild Edibles! What a way to spend a Sunday afternoon with the family.

You don't want to miss Omen Sade and Mary Spearen performances at the Wilcox Hall on Aug. 6 & 7 at 7 p.m. Mary will perform her original music, "The Fox and the Hound" accompanied by guitar. Omen will perform a one-man show titled "Arlecchino's Odyssey, the carnivalesque journey of one man to find himself amid the trials, tribulations and tricks of the world. For more information you may call Diane Chepko-Sade at 963-8596.

I want to give the Youth Advocate group and huge Thank You. They are going to be doing some major trail work at Mexico Point Park. Our Self Interpretive Nature Trail has taken a beating the past couple of year and is in need of a lot of work. In a couple of week this trail will be ready for some relaxing woodland walks.

Guess I'll slather on some sun block, put on my sun hat and venture out to the garden.

See you at the park.

Summer

2010-07-13T08:34:00.000-07:00

Where does the time go! It's mid-July already. This summer is flying by and still so many things to do and see. The concert and fireworks at Mexico Point Park were spectacular again this year. The fireworks seem to get better and better. Thank you, Town of Mexico and Mexico Point Park and Young Explosives.

Next up for the park is the Ice Cream Social and all things Mexico. When the Celebrate the Arts event was cancelled due to rain, some of the fun stuff was moved to the Ice Cream Social. The Stone Skippin Contest, music by Moscow Nights, Wild Edibles with Nancy Kaiser, and a petting zoo and Bounce 'N Round for the kids have been added to this event.

Then on August 10, 11 and 12, Friends of Mexico Point Park will present their annual fund raiser, Mid Summer's Eve. This event includes a "Uniquely Priscilla " menu, served by beautiful maidens and handsom men servants. Guest are treated to delightful vocal and harp music along with the ever entertaining Oman Sade and company. Reservations are required due to limited space in Casey's Cottage. Tickets are only $25 per person, $15 for children 12 and under, and are available by calling Lady B at 963-7657. This is the most fun event you will have this summer!

Main Street and beyond offers great selections for your shopping pleasure and the Mexico Public Library has a line-up of free programs for children and adults. Mexico's diverse history can be explored at the Museum on S. Jefferson Street, a state of the art Skate Board Park is located on Watson Ave., with miniture golf and "Water World" open to the public at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park on County Rte.16.

Go to www.mexicony.net and explore the Community Links to these and many other interesting sites in and around Mexico, NY.

I could go on but have to take advantage of natures bounty and freeze the blueberries and black raspberries I purchased at the Farmer's Market last night.

Community Events

2010-05-14T09:28:00.000-07:00

Wow! There is a lot going on around town this Spring.
First, Laura Vannah, Bright Star Productionz, has pulled together a fantastic "Touch the Earth Festival" for May 29 & 30, 12 - 5 p.m., at Mexico Point Park. Corn Bred, winners of the 2007 NAMMYTM for Best Blues Jazz Recording, return to perform at the Third Native Circle Touch the Earth Festival. Their unique blend of rhythm and blues, rock and traditional American Indian music will have you up and dancing, or at the very least tapping your toes! The People of the Standing Stone Dancers, an Iroquois Social Dance Troupe from the Oneida Nation, and Gypsy Red, John and Cherie Sardella. Returning are the Thunder Hawk Singers, Laura "Bright Star" Vannah and Donald Blackfox, Sacred Winds, David Searching Owl and Janet Quiet Dove, The Storytellers, Kenneth Quiet Hawk and Deborah New Moon Rising, and Vannah's "Totem Spirits" workshop. The Children's Activity Tent will include educational activities such as painting "spirit rocks", learning traditional Native American Beadwork, and making bracelets. Get your picture taken in authentic Native dress while being educated on the significance of the traditional clothing. Richard and Leslie LaCrosse,return this year with their displayed of a Native American pre-contact campsite complete with wigwam and Native garb of that era; and Nancy Kaiser will again present her multi-media Wild Spring Edibles demonstration. The Salmon River International Sport and Fishing Museum will have interactive demonstrations on fly-fishing and a walk-in display of fishing memorabilia. Kickin Chickin will provide refreshments, while Native Artists vend their Arts & Crafts.
Second, The Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce are planning the 3rd Annual Music Festival to be held on June 12, for 10 to 5 p.m. There will be a great line-up of musical groups, a Craft Fair, food vendors, and the wild Duck Race! Check the Chamber web site, www.mexicony.net, often for more details.
Third, The Historical Society, Brenda, Jim, and Ali, have been diving in head first at the Mexico Museum. They have been reorganizing the Museum and have re-created the law office, which was the buildings original purpose.
Fourth, The Mexico Library have a terrific schedule of events for this Summer. Check their web site at, www.mexicopubliclibrary.org, for complete schedule and details.
Have to run now. Going to Mexico Point Park, Casey's Cottage, to finish cleaning and setting up the new display case with artifacts from the Mexico Point Club and Casey's Cottage memorbelia.
Let me know of any community events that should be mentioned. Alway glad to hear from you!

Just some thoughts.

2010-03-21T11:03:00.000-07:00

How about our swimmers and divers! MACS Boys Swimming and Diving Team won its third straight Section 3 Class B championship. Go Tigers!

Spring is surely here. The snow drops are in bloom with crocus and daffodils peeking their head out of the snow banks. Red wing blackbirds are back and a blue bird was spotted checking out the housing situation. There is still snow in the woods but it is going fast.

The Mexico Public Library is hosting the 21st Annual Friends of the Library Wine Tasting Event on March 26th at Arena's Eis House from 6 - 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and are available by calling 963-3012 or stop at the Library.

Thinking of spring reminds me that April 17th is clean-up day at Mexico Point Park and Casey's Cottage. Volunteers are needed to rake leaves and help open Casey's Cottage. Bring your gloves and rakes and join us at the park at 9 a.m. for coffee and donuts. We will work until 12 Noon and finish up with lunch for all the volunteers. This makes for a great family outing with young and old working together to make the park beautiful.

Looks like April will be a busy month. The Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual Meeting on the 5th, at 7:00 p.m. in the newly renovated Community Center in Washington Hall (old Masonic Temple) on Main Street. Election of officer will be held and on-going projects disucssed. Sounds like a busy year for the Chamber.

The Historical Society of will hold its first meeting of the 2010 on April 8th at 7 p.m. at the Wilcox Memorial. Barry Haynes will present a program on Antiques. The Starr Clark Tin Shop Underground Railroad Museum is progressing. Construction on the foundation, roof and outside walls should begin soon.

Nancy Kaiser and I were talking about doing a "Spring Leek and Mushroom Dinner" at Casey's Cottage in May. Anyone who has attend one of her "Wild Edibles" programs at Mexico Point Park will attest to the delicous food she creates from Natures Pantry.

Laura Vannah is creating a weekend you won't want to miss. Keep May 29 & 30 availbile for the Native Circle, Touch the Earth Festival. More details of this event will be coming soon.

I have to get out and enjoy this weather. I appreciate your comments.

Governor Paterson's Budget

2010-01-20T10:47:00.000-08:00

I would really like to hear what you all are thinking about Gov. Paterson's proposed budget, especially his "circuit-breaker" and spending cap proposal. For information on the budget you may go to: http://readme.readmedia.com/Governor-Paterson-Announces-2010-11-Executive-Budget-Far-Below-Requirements-of-His-Proposed-Spending-Cap/1053223.

Visions for Mexico

2010-01-17T11:30:00.000-08:00

Here is a message I received from Jim, Chairman of the Visions for the Future of Mexico. Some of you may not know that this committee is sponsored by the Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce and has done so much to help Mexico live up to the motto: "A great place to live, work and play".

Hello All,

The first 2010 meeting of Visions for the Future of Mexico will be held on Wednesday, January 20, at 7:00 p.m., at the Pierce Library in the Mexico High School (second floor, turn left).

The Greater Mexico Chamber of Commerce will report on its past and future activities for this winter season including the very successful Christmas in Mexico weekend. There are a number of new twists in the schedule of events for the upcoming year. The plans for the Mexico Music Festival (2010 version) and other Chamber news will be discussed.

As you may know our grant request for the planning and design of the “Black Creek Walk” has been approved. The Winter Festival, Washington Hall renovations as well as the possibility of a Sheriff's presents in Mexico will be discussed. A representative from the Sheriff's Office will talk about a Neighborhood Watch type organization, to fight crime in the area.

We encourage those of you from all walks of Mexico’s life to attend and take part in making Mexico a better place to live, work and play. You can call Jim at 963-7898 if you would like additional information, or to be included on our E-mail list.

Please bring a friend!!

Jim Hotchkiss
963-7898

Winter

2010-01-04T12:35:00.000-08:00

Just finished taking down our beautiful Christmas tree. The house seems empty, plain and quiet. That could be due, in part, to the snow that has fallen in the past couple of days. Our woods have seen a lot of traffic in spite of, or more likely because of, the snow. There are snowshoe and dog tracks criss-crossing the field and disappearing down the trail.

The snow doesn't seem to be slowing traffic in the village. UPS was delivering a couple of large packages to Cooperative Extension and the Post Office was busy and traffic was brisk on Main Street.

I was just reading "Tiger Traditions". Congratulation to all the National Honor Society Inductees! And how about those tigers? They are truly spectaqcular. Good luck to the JROTC at the Drill Meet in Annapolis.

Just heard the Chamber meeting scheduled for tonight has been postponed to next Monday. Bob has the flue and it is still snowing!

Time for a cup of tea in front of the fire!

An Ode to '09

2009-12-31T10:41:00.000-08:00

An Ode To ’09
By Ralph Walnut Everhardt

It’s time to look back,
As we face a New Year,
A time to reflect,
Over a tall frothy beer.

’09 had it’s moments,
Both good and Bad,
Some were uplifting,
And others were sad.

Some good folks departed,
Claiming their final reward,
Some didn’t make Heaven,
So the ol’ Devil scored!

The year started out,
The economy in the tank,
The cause was bad loans,
Doled out by the bank.

The Government’s solution,
Called the stimulus plan,
Spends trillions so the proverbial,
Won’t hit the fan!

What’s become of the money,
We really don’t know,
For all of the hoopla,
There’s little to show.

GM went bankrupt,
Banks failed left and right,
You can’t get a loan,
The money is tight.

And Cash For Clunkers,
To save the poor earth,
From polluting old cars,
Cost more than it’s worth!

It would help US companies,
If people bought more,
But most of the cars sold,
Were manufactured off-shore!

The market is up now,
Hopefully not a quirk,
But too many people,
Are still out of work.

We’ve got a new President,
Who has promised us change,
And things are sure different,
You might even say “strange”.

He’s surrounded by activists,
And a Commie or two,
It’s a side of the man,
That few of us knew!

We hope he can lead,
That he has the heft,
To do right for the country,
And not swerve too far left!

The two factions in Congress,
Are at each other’s throats,
And any action taken,
Is along party-line votes.

Some high ranking figures,
Were caught not by chance,
By the media watch dogs,
While not wearing pants!

Some thrown out of office,
Others ran for their lives,
To avoid being “Bobbetted”,
By knife wielding wives!

Then there’s Iran and Korea,
Whom we can’t control,
Making nuclear material,
In some underground hole!

Iran says it’s peaceful,
The path that they choose,
But to us it’s quite certain,
They’ll be bombing the Jews!

And, there is health care,
I’m sure that you’ve heard,
Citizens and aliens,
Should all be insured.

They’re saying in Congress,
And this may sound funny,
That doing all this,
Is going to save money!

Now, let me say personally,
I don’t have much hope,
The health plan for Congress,
Must include smoking dope!

And speaking of health care,
There’s a fear on the scene,
They’re talking pandemic,
From a virus quite mean.

They call it H1N1,
But the public all knew,
Name it what you like,
It’s really pig flu.

The government geared up,
To make serum for shots,
And then we found out,
They’re short hundreds of lots.

There’s a shortage of serum,
For this year’s regular flu,
It seems the government,
Screwed that part up too.

Terrorists are evolving,
There’s been an advance,
Shoe bombers no longer,
They have bombs in their pants!

As for global warming,
I think you should know,
They got fifteen inches,
Where they’ve never had snow!

Now, for the good things,
That happened last year,
I’ll relate them to you,
Over another glass of beer.

I’ve been wracking my brain,
To think of a few,
Guess I’ll have to give up,
Before we run out of brew!

So, lets just say,
We’re all glad to be here,
And wish one another,
A Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas

2009-12-18T10:00:00.000-08:00

I have been busy, just like the rest of you. We have our Christmas tree up, shopping done and fudge made (this must be a record!).

Christmas in Mexico was a hugh success this year - again!
Friends of Bob Cratchitt were in town and Black Magic Stables made their "hop-on hop-ff" tours of the village. The shops were busy and street carolers entertained shoppers. You could even get warm roasted chestnuts from the vendor in front of the Mexicali Rose and Colonial Tin Shop. Yumm,Yumm! Each year this events gets bigger and better.

Hart & Stone, one of Mexico's newest shops, have started a "Child Shopping Service". You set the budget and they will help your child select and wrap the gift to surprise you with on Christmas. Future activities at the shop include Family Game Night, Jigsaw puzzles, and afternoon tea.

The Town Board held a Public Hearing on the proposed Local Law regulating windmills in the town of Mexico. The major concern was need for regulating guide wires on private windmills. The Board sent the Local Law back to the Zoning Committee for review of this issue.

Water District #1 is all but finished. In the spring the contractors will complete the work on cleaning up contruction sites. Nothing but good comments on this project with many people happy to have safe drinking water.

Renovation of the old Washington Hall into a modern municipal building is progressing. Stage I, Community Hall, is underway and is nearing completion. This area will house the Town Court, Town Board Meetings, Bingo and will be available for other community uses.

Mexico is becoming the Hot Spot for Oswego County!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

2009-11-30T19:39:00.000-08:00

I took a drive through town today and was pleasantly surprised by the number of home decked out for holidays! Mexico is looking good for the big "Christmas in Mexico" weekend. This is our best opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done without having to drive miles, fight traffic and search for a parking space. The bazaars are always well stocked with wonderful crafts and baked goods and our local merchants have many surprise specials for us. I have my costume all ready and will be joining the Friends of Bob Cratchitt shopping, singing, visiting and just enjoying the holiday season in Mexico.

Christmas in Mexico (NY)

2009-11-25T14:21:00.000-08:00

Here is a line up for Christmas In Mexico, Saturday and Sunday December 5th & 6th throughout the Village and Town of Mexico.
*On Saturday, starting at 9 AM many churches will hold Bazaars
*The MACS Music Boosters will hold a "Christmas Treasure " sale
*Many of the shops up and down Main Street will offer sales, coupons and refreshments to patrons.
*Black Magic Stables will be on hand all day to provide horse drawn sleigh rides to and from the various activities for free!
*A Christmas parade takes place at 3:30 that afternoon followed by a tree lighting ceremony and a visit with Santa for the children.
*All day Saturday many "Friends Of Bob Cratchit " will be strolling the Village , shops and sales greeting customers, caroling and making Merry for Christmas ! Ebenezer & his friends are very likely will be about !
*A live nativity scene will be held at Lighthouse Village Park in the Gazebo at 5 PM Saturday.
*On Sunday, December 6th the Mexico Historical Society will hold their sixth annual Christmas Concert at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street (Route 69) in the Village. Music is followed by a lovely dessert reception. A raffle drawing will take place for a hand crafted table, a gift certificate to Greco's Touch of Country and a Lia Sophia holiday jewelry selection at the concert.
*On Sunday evening at 6 PM a live nativity scene will be happening at the Freihofer Farm on Academy Street. The live nativity on Sunday is hosted
by the Freihofers and the Youth Groups of the First United Methodist Church of Mexico.

You can download a brochure will all the events and a map at www.mexicony.net. Go to the Community Events Calendar and click on Dec. 5.

We hope you will join us for yet another eventful Christmas In Mexico. Many more activities and surprizes await shoppers and visitors. For more information call 963-0642.

"Christmas in Mexico" (New York)

2009-11-20T09:28:00.000-08:00

You will have to be in Mexico on December 5&6, for "Christmas in Mexico". We have a great line up for the weekend. On Saturday you will be able to do some Christmas shopping at several church bazaars and local shops. Park you car and take a horse drawn wagon ride to through the village. You can chat with "Friends of Bob Cratchitt", try some tasty roasted chestnuts and partake of fine food and beverage. I hear there will be "Bobbies" in town to keep the peace and entertain us with song. You can partake of fine food, view live nativity scenes, and listen to live music. The day will end at 3:30 with a parade with lighted floats, lighting of the community Christmas tree and a visit with Santa.

Sunday features the Annual Christmas Concert sponsored by the Mexico Historical Society at 3 p.m. Donations will benefit the Starr Clark Tin Shop. From the concert you can view the drive-by Live Nativity Scene at the Freihofer Farm on Academy Street.

You can view the complete schedule of events and a tour guide map at www.mexicony.net. Just click on the Community Calendar page.

Touch the Earth Festival

2009-10-29T15:34:00.000-07:00

Planning for 2010 is beginning to take off. The Native Circle: Touch the Earth Festival will again present a family oriented event with award winning Native American Artists from Syracuse, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; local artist demonstrating their crafts,

Expanding to a two day format will enable us to include more interactive educational components such as having presenters perform at some of the schools in the Greater Mexico area on the Friday before the festival.

Alf Jacques, from the Onondaga Nation, will teach about the Native American origins of Lacrosse while involving children and adults in a Lacrosse game.

Corn Bred will delight our festival goers with the unique blend of rhythm and blues, rock and traditional American Indian music.

Check back or updates as new programs are added to the festival.

Tuscan Buffet

2009-10-28T08:59:00.000-07:00

Wow! Glad my sister had a birthday this past weekend. 20 or so family and friends convened at Mirror Lake Inn to surprise her with a weekend of fun and frolics. Mirror Lake Inn is a fantastic facility. The rooms range from obscene opulence to elegant comfort. The pool area, with hot tub and sauna, is decorated with tree trunks, boulders, plants and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the lake. Spa treatments are to die for! O.K., so I love this place.

We met in the Adirondack Conference Center for her birthday dinner party. This room is decorated in Adirondack Camp style with two fireplaces, log beams, moose, deer, and elk trophies. Dinner was a marvelous buffet with delicious roasted vegetables, tender beef, veal, tomato salad, artichoke salad,breads, etc, etc. The buffet was accompanied by a lovely Chianti wine and ended with a delightful chocolate cake.

The drive to Lake Placed was quite colorful. The leaves were past peak but still very pretty. The Tamarack's gorgeous golden color against the dark evergreens was spectacular.

Visions for the Future of Mexico

2009-10-17T08:42:00.000-07:00

The October 21st Visions for the Future of Mexico meeting should prove to be very interesting. There is a lot happening in Mexico on a number of fronts.

Topics for duscussion at this meeting include:
-Senior housing in Mexico
-A river Walking/Biking/skiing trail
-Additional Police presence
-The Mexico Wind Farm (public meeting 10/20 @ Washington Hall - 7:00 p.m.)
-Starr Clark's Tin Shop
-Christmas in Mexico (We need one or more co-chair people)
-Sidewalks
-Progress on Washington Hall
-Movement of the Justice Court to The McAuslan Municipal Building @ Washington Hall

Everyone is invited to attend this meeting. 7 p.m. at the Hungerford Library in the Mexico High School. Call Jim at 963-7898 if you would like additional information.

2009-10-10T11:36:00.000-07:00

Stayed at The Hedges on Blue Mountain Lake for a few days last week. The Hedges is an old Adirondack Camp with all the amenities - except telephone and T.V. It is the perfect spot to get back in touch with yourself and nature.

We attended the Historical Society Meeting on Thursday and enjoyed the "Great Depression" discussion. Also learned that they had received notice that the grant monies for the Tin Shop was forthcoming. Edie will believe it when she has the check deposited in the bank.

Just got back from giving a tour of Casey's Cottage to a group from Baldwinsville. One of the ladies' grew up in Mexico and her father had law offices in the stone building next to the Tin Shop. Her father was friends with Severin Bischof and Dr. Casey and spent time at the Cottage. We were able to get some of here memories of that time period on tape. Love hearing tales about the park and Casey's Cottage.

Mexico Farmers Market

2009-08-28T05:32:00.000-07:00

This is your chance to purchase the freshest locally grown produce, hand crafted items and enjoy locally grown entertainment all in one place......... the Mexico Farmers Market, 4 to 7 p.m. each Monday at the Lighthouse Village Park, Main Street, Mexico, NY 13114. There is vendor space available. For more information contact: Bonnie Loforte 315-963-0642.

2009-08-26T12:22:00.000-07:00

Keep September 26th open to meet Jake, a local, upcoming artist. This show will be the first in a "Local Artist Showcase" series designed to showcase artists from our area. This event will be held at Mexico Point Park from 1 to 4 p.m.