Archive: Around Town

Camille and Peanut are two older Dachshunds who have lived with each other all their lives and are looking for their new fur-ever home together. We recommend them to a quiet home with responsible adults. Here, we found that Camille and Peanut love each other, but do not care for other dogs, and should be the only animals in their new home. Are you looking for two sweet companions for your new home? Come meet Camille and Peanut today!

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The first annual Lansing Rod and Gun Club Sportsman's Show attracted a good crowd Saturday.  About 200 people came to check out the show despite ominous gray clouds.  But the rain didn't fall, and organizers and vendors alike were happy with the outcome.  The Sportsman's Show featured bow hunting, reloading demonstrations, vendors, contests, food and activities for adults and kids.

"This being the first test year I think it's a pretty good start," said organizer Keith Armstrong.  "We originally planned this to be kind of a small show to start.  We came up with the idea and it just blossomed.  The crowd is good.  It's a good start for the first year."

In celebration of the 10 year anniversary of the Dorothy and Roy Park Pet Adoption Center, the SPCA of Tompkins County is taking the extra step toward environmental and financial sustainability with the installation of a large roof mounted solar array beginning on June 17th.

The Dorothy and Roy Park Pet Adoption Center, when it opened in 2004 adjacent to the existing shelter (now the Rescue building) was the first LEED certified animal welfare agency in the United States.

The Sciencenter has completed the initial phase of a new 18-hole mini-golf course. Visitors of all ages can tee-off on a one-of-a-kind course during Sciencenter museum hours from July 4 through November 30, weather permitting.

This professionally built mini-golf course includes 18 holes spread over 11,000 square feet curving around the Sciencenter building and parking lot. The course is fully wheelchair accessible with ADA approved clubs, and also features 9 recycled material benches throughout.

Tompkins County Public Library Foundation Executive Director Suzanne Smith Jablonski has announced the selection of avid library users Ethan and Rachel Ash, and their sons, Eli and Liam, as chairs of the Foundation’s 2014 Annual Fund.

As chairs, the Ash family will lead the charge on several fundraising events and activities designed to sustain the Library’s vibrant and diverse collections, engage children and teens as readers and learners and provide free, year-round cultural, educational and civic programs.

The Finger Lakes region may be touted as “wine country,” but it’s quickly becoming a craft brewing mecca worthy of international recognition. As the local tourism season kicks into high gear, the Finger Lakes Beer Trail has recently released its 2014-2015 trail map, featuring a record 69 breweries and brew pubs.

With a visually stunning design and detailed listing of each destination, the map serves as the premier source for craft beer lovers and tourists looking to enjoy an abundance of locally brewed beers.

The Lansing High School concert last Friday may not have been in the courtyard this year (because of weather), but the wet weather didn't dampen the spirits of the performances. The Lansing Show Choir and Varsity Chorale performed under the direction of Lorrene Adams. To get the full effect it's best to attend the concerts live, but here is a sampling of this year's Concert in the Courtyard.

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New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Joan McDonald today announced receipt of a national award for innovation for a $10.2 million project to replace two bridges carrying Interstate 84 over Dingle Ridge Road in Southeast, Putnam County. A state of the art construction method was used to slide new bridges into place during the span of two weekends, saving time and money, and minimizing disruptions for the travelling public. The project was awarded in the “Best Use of Innovation” category in the northeast regional American Transportation Awards competition.

“I am honored that the Department of Transportation has been nationally recognized for our commitment to using the best, most cutting edge techniques to improve safety while reducing traffic delays during construction and saving tax dollars for the people of New York State,” Commissioner McDonald said.  “Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has set the bar high on innovation. Under his leadership, we continue to improve New York State’s economy by modernizing key commuting and shipping corridors, such as Interstate 84.”

Each year Ithaca City School District (ICSD) students, staff, and school programs receive awards and scholarships totaling more than $6,000 from funds managed by the Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI). Grants and awards are distributed annually based on the special named funds’ criteria and to enhance education opportunities.

Awards from the Ithaca High School (I.H.S.) Senior Class Fund recognize a new teacher who exemplifies enthusiasm and creativity, a school club that makes a positive impact on student life, and a staff member.  The recipients are selected by ballot by the seniors. Kapono Liu and Oseoba Airewele, president and vice president of the Class of 2014, presented these awards at the Senior Awards Convocation. This year’s New Teacher Award of $200 went to Steven Cass, television production teacher, along with a gift of $150 to the high school library in Cass’ honor. The Student Organization Award of $300 went to The Tattler. Joaquin Lira, library aide, received the Staff Member Award of $200, and a gift of $150 went to the high school library in Lira’s honor.

Little Miss Cinderella was ousted from her castle when her owners decided to get a puppy. Her previous owner described her as an affectionate cat that just wants to be with you all the time, just like a dog. Understandably, Cinderella was not happy about being replaced by an actual puppy! She has lived with cats before, and would most likely be fine with a well-matched feline roommate. Could you be the family that can spoil this little princess the way she deserves?

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Nosa with Secretary of Agriculture Thomas Vilsack and Mrs. VilsackA platform to national and international opportunities for local high schoolers and a chance to inspire future leaders, the New York Youth Institute (NYYI) has a limited time to raise funds for this year’s conference. Through the “Hunger Fighters” crowdfunding campaign with PEAKS, NYYI hopes to continue to prepare the next generation of leaders to engage in agricultural research and combat food supply issues.

Working alongside Cornell University’s International Programs in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, the New York Youth Institute provides opportunities for educational and career development for local high school students interested in combatting issues related to food and agriculture. Students submit a written essay and presentation that is judged by experts in food industries and international development, and a handful are chosen to attend a nationwide conference and be in the running for a handful of prestigious internships.

Ithaca Mayor Svante Myrick plans to kick off the summer and support the United Way with one big cannonball. Robert H. Treman State Park is opening the swimming hole for the summer on June 21st, and inviting the mayor and the entire community to join in the celebration titled 'Mayor Myrick’s Summer Splashdown'.

“It’s going to be cold, but if I can celebrate summer in Ithaca and support the United Way in one jump, I’m in,” said Myrick. “This city is truly a great place to be and it’s an honor to showcase the natural beauty of the community and have fun at the same time.”