Cazenovia is getting ready for its annual Winter Festival this week. Activities will include an art exhibition, talent show, “underwater adventures” at the Cazenovia Public Library, sledding at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park, and more. See below for the Winter Festival committee’s full schedule of events.
Thursday Feb. 4
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Opening reception for Winter Festival Art Exhibition St. Peter’s Parish Hall – The community is invited to meet the participating artists at the gala opening reception. Over 100 pieces of artwork in a variety of mediums and styles will be on display. Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts. 655 0304 or [email protected] for info. Admission is free. Refreshments served.
Friday Feb. 5
10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Winter Festival Art Show
St. Peter’s Parish Hall – Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts – Admission is free
5 to 7 p.m.: Winter Festival Supper
Beef stew, salad & bread (alternate dish — macaroni &cheese)
St. Peter’s Parish Hall – Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Adults- $7.00, Children- $4.00
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Winter Festival Talent Show and Opening Ceremony
Cazenovia High School Auditorium – Organized by Project Cafe.
Tickets $5.00 at the door. Proceeds to fund student scholarships.
Crowning of King & Queen. Refreshments available from Rowing Club
Saturday Feb. 6
Morning: Scholastic Snow Sculpture Construction
Memorial Park area, Albany Street – Judging at noon.
Theme: Winter Olympics
Morning to 1 p.m.: Community Snow Sculpture Competition Throughout the village — Families, community groups or businesses. List of sculptures posted at Common Grounds. Pre-register at 877-1742.
7 a.m. to noon: Pancake Breakfast
Masonic Hall, Albany St- Sponsored by the Cazenovia Masonic Lodge
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Downhill Skiing
Cazenovia Ski Club – the Ski Club will be offering $10.00 passes.
Visit www.skicaz.com or call 655-8368 for more information.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Family Ice Skating
Burton Street Skating Rink – Weather Permitting
10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Winter Festival Art Show
St. Peter’s Parish Hall – Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts — Admission is free
10:15 a.m.: “Adventures Under the Sea” Cazenovia Public Library – Escape the winter by going on an underwater adventure with photographer Dr. Christopher Dascher. Recommended for ages 5 to adult
Noon to 3 p.m.: Sledding at Stone Quarry Hill Art Park
Sledding, hiking and snowshoeing with hot chocolate in the Art Barn
1 p.m.: High School Winter Olympics
HS Football Field – Snow volleyball, relays, sled race, and more!
3 p.m.: Winter Festival Concert
First Presbyterian Church – Sponsored by Cazenovia Rotary Club
Adirondack Mountain Music with hammer dulcimer player Dan Duggan and vocalist Peggy Lynn – Admission is free. Reception to follow at Lincklaen House ($10 buffet) — call for reservations by 2/2
1 to 4 p.m.: “Snow Snake” competition sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 18
Near Scout lodge on Riverside Drive (behind library)
Based on “Gawasa,” a traditional Native American winter game
8 to 11 p.m.: Winterfest Dance
High School Gym – Students of Cazenovia High School
and guests only. Admission is $3.00
7 p.m.: SNOWBALL to benefit Cazenovia Community Preschool
Hosted by the Brae Loch. Live music by “Old School”
Hors d’oevres, raffles, auction, cash bar and more.
Tickets $15 at Brae Loch or call the CCP at 655-7234
Sunday Feb. 7
All day — Snow Sculptures
Throughout the village
10 a.m. to noon: Acoustic Music sponsored by Project Cafe
At Common Grounds, 35 Albany Street
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Downhill Skiing
Cazenovia Ski Club – the Ski Club will be offering $10.00 passes.
Visit www.skicaz.com or call 655-8368 for more information.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Family Ice Skating
Burton Street Skating Rink – Weather Permitting
Noon to 3:30 p.m. Winter Festival Art Show
St. Peter’s Parish Hall – Sponsored by Cazenovia Arts — Admission is free
Noon to 3 p.m.: Sleigh Rally
Lorenzo State Historic Site Front Lawn – Weather Permitting.
All dogs on a leash please. Rides may be given to spectators.
Sponsored by the Cherry Valley Carriage Association
Refreshments on sale by the Friends of Lorenzo in the South Cottage
Noon to 1:45 p.m.: 5K Chilly Chili Run/Walk – Registration
Cazenovia MS/HS Cafeteria, Emory Avenue.
See www.chillychili.com for more information.
2 p.m.: 5K Chilly Chili Run/Walk
The race will start on Emory Avenue by the Cazenovia Middle School.
See www.chillychili.com for more information.
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Hearts for Hope “Stuff in Fluff Workshop”
Build a cuddly bear (Cost $15-$20) — All proceeds to benefit
the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund, Inc.
Call Patrice Muller 525-1986 to preorder or for more information
2 to 3 p.m.: Story Teller and Chocolate Party
Cazenovia Public Library Albany Street – Featuring Kim Raabe (“Mama’s Pajamas” ) Theme: Winter Wonderland. Visit with the Winter Festival Snowman! Recommended for ages 4-8. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cazenovia Library.
2 to 3:30 p.m.: Cross Country Skiing with CPF and Madison Bounty Guided ski of Burlingame Rd trails followed by fresh, local soup and goodies provided by Madison Bounty. Park at sign on Burlingame Rd 1/2 m. west of Rte 13S. Info: 877-1742 or [email protected]
2 p.m.: Syracuse Symphony Chamber Players Quartet Concert
Cazenovia College Theater — Lincklaen Street — Tickets: $10 adult, $5 children 12 & under, $5 Caz College employees, Free for Caz College students. Call 655-STAR for more information
3 to 4 p.m.: Village Bicentennial Tea
Village Meeting Room — 90 Albany Street — Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Village’s incorporation with tea, coffee & cookies
