The Baseball Hall of Fame is Open!
Baseball fans rejoice! We’re thrilled to pass along that The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is reopening its doors on Friday, June 26. The Museum’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. Timed admission tickets will be available for you to purchase at baseballhall.org on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets
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Return of the Snack Barn!
The Fly Creek Cider Mill‘s Snack Barn is back this Saturday, June 13th. The Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard’s food service is adjacent to the Mill in a restored barn. The menu includes fresh baked goods, soups, sandwiches, beverages, and a full line of ice cream treats. The pulled pork BBQ and soups or chili
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Why Baking Makes Us Feel So Good Right Now
The Coronavirus pandemic will be remembered for many things including endless virtual live-streams, Joe Exotic and Carol Baskin, two months of bad hair days, and an out-of-nowhere sourdough bread baking craze. Yes, COVID-19 has caused many to discover the joys of baking sourdough bread, complete with its hard crust, soft insides, and tangy flavor. Bread
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Curtain Call: The Glimmerglass Festival is Set to Wow with Boutique Productions and Powerful Classics
We think you’ll agree that The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Blending world-class opera and musical theater with renowned personalities and artists the festival offers a relaxed, casual atmosphere in the heart of Central New York. That’s why we couldn’t have been more excited when we saw the recently announced lineup for the
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The Herkimer Diamond Mines Open in April for the 2020 Season and We Couldn’t Be More Excited!
Mark your calendars because mining season at the World-Famous Herkimer Diamond Mines open on April 10, 2020. It’s been a long winter in Central New York, so we’re very excited about the opportunity to prospect for Herkimer Diamonds again in just a few weeks when the Herkimer Diamond Mines open. This season gives us so
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Experience Maple Syrup “Sugaring Off Sundays” at The Farmers’ Museum!
Maple syrup season returns to Central New York in March 2026, and Sugaring Off Sundays at the Farmers’ Museum in Cooperstown remains one of the most family-friendly ways to experience it. Here’s what to expect — and how to pair the visit with a stay at the inn. March is Maple Syrup Month Everything is
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Your Guide to Loving Winter in Central New York
Wintertime in Central New York is awesome. If you don’t share the same feeling, odds are that you’re just not doing it right. Sure, it’s cold outside and getting around in the snow can be a challenge, but few destinations offer the diversity and beauty found in our area. With at least another solid month
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4 Things to Do for The Holidays That Are Uniquely Central New York
Central New York is a winter wonderland during the holiday season, and there’s plenty of festive fun to be had across the region for you and your family. If you’re visiting the area this December, embrace the opportunity to enjoy these must-do Central New York holiday experiences. Snowshoe at the Utica Zoo Snowshoe at the
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Digging for Diamonds: A Day at Herkimer Diamond Mines
The Herkimer Diamond Mines welcomes over 150,000 visitors of all ages each year, including vacationing families, hobbyists, and rock hounds alike. An internationally recognized tourist destination for 40 years, it’s the only place in the world you can prospect for your very own world-famous Herkimer Diamonds in three above ground surface mines. We’ve put together
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3 Reasons Grand Colonial Bed and Breakfast is the Ideal Place to Stay While Visiting Cooperstown
Central New York may be best known as home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, but Cooperstown truly is America’s best small town. This enchanting village offers visitors a variety of delightful Main Street shops, unique museums of folk art and farm life, incredible restaurants, and one-of-a-kind activities, all set against a backdrop of
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