(Syracuse, NY – Sept. 30, 2011) – The Central New York Community Foundation awarded $302,495 in grants to twelve charitable organizations in Onondaga and Madison Counties from its unrestricted and field‑of‑interest funds.

Child Care Solutions received $8,410 to create a business plan for its education and training services offered to child care professionals.

Chittenango Central School received $4,285 to purchase and implement Caring School Community, a character education curriculum at Bridgeport Elementary. The program will teach empathy, respect and personal responsibility to children in grades K-5.

CNY Works received $25,000 to partner with Syracuse Cooperative Federal Credit Union to bring financial capability training and counseling to low-income and under-employed workers. The program will teach money management concepts and planning for the future with the goal of achieving financial stability.

County North Children’s Center received $29,000 to enhance quality of care for young children through implementation of the Pyramid Model for early childhood development. Trainings will provide families, teachers and therapists with techniques that promote developmentally and culturally appropriate expectations, inclusive practices and support for challenging behaviors.

Friends of CanTeen received $34,000 to complete renovations to CanTeen’s new permanent home in Cicero. The house serves as a safe, supervised place for young adults to go after school, encouraging them away from risky behaviors.

Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park received $100,000 to enhance the Asian Elephant Preserve with a new elephant pool, signage and stadium seating for visitors.

Jim Marshall Farms Foundation received $5,000 to build a barn for equipment used to maintain the Farm, which offers therapy, exercise, workshops and support for individuals suffering from mental illness or physical disabilities.

Madison County Health Department received $7,800 to produce and distribute maps of Madison County trails to promote active lifestyles, tourism and local businesses.

Planned Parenthood – Rochester/Syracuse Region received $10,000 to implement security enhancements at its Syracuse Health Center location.

Southside Community Coalition received $30,000 to establish the South Side Food Cooperative on South Salina Street, in an area where affordable, healthy foods are hard to find.

Southside Innovation Center received $21,500 to implement the Women of Faith in Business program, which utilizes the faith-based organizations and networks that exist on the South Side of Syracuse to build entrepreneurship and business skills in area residents.

Spanish Action League received $27,500 to expand medical interpretation and translation services and cultural sensitively training within the mental health field.

The Central New York Community Foundation has served Central New York for over 80 years, receiving, managing and distributing charitable funds for the benefit of nonprofit organizations. Grants are awarded for programs in the areas of human services, arts and culture, education, environment, health, economic development and civic affairs. The region’s largest endowed philanthropic foundation, the Central New York Community Foundation awards more than $5 million in grants to nonprofit organizations annually.

The Community Foundation, of 431 East Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY 13202, can be reached at (315) 422-9538 or www.cnycf.org.

(Oct, Nov. 2011) USC the Business College, in partnership with the Mohawk Valley Community College CyberJobs Program and the Workforce Investment Board, is offering a free 32-hour training program for residents of Chenango, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida and Otsego counties.

The thirty-two (32) hour program will be held at the Canastota Campus of USC, Route 5, Canastota. The classes will be held Saturdays Oct. 22 and 29 and Nov. 5 and 19.

All classes run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and include a continental breakfast and lunch.

The purpose of this training is to increase the employability of area residents. The program is designed to develop or enhance general computer skill levels with a focus on cybersecurity.

Topics include computer hardware basics, operating systems/software installation, troubleshooting, green IT and cybersecurity fundamentals.

While there is no cost to attend, participants are expected to complete all 32 hours of the program. Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a certificate and an external hard drive valued at $75.

Space is limited for this program; call (315) 792-2309 ext. 2237 to register.

All participants must be legal residents of Chenango, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida or Otsego counties.

In addition, according to Federal Department of Labor regulations, participants must be in possession of a valid birth certificate and a New York state driver’s license.

These must be presented at the first class session.

All participants must be at least 18 years old.

For more information, call (315) 733-2300 ext. 2237.

(Oct. 2011) Artists and not-for-profit organizations are invited to apply for grants now available through The Cultural Resources Council. The agency has expanded its support for arts programs throughout Central New York, in partnership with the Decentralization Program of the New York State Council for the Arts.

The CRC is accepting applications for exemplary arts activities that will take place in Cortland, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga or Oswego counties during 2012. Support is available for community-based programs in the performing, visual, literary and media arts through two funding categories – Community Arts Grants (application deadline Nov. 1) and Individual Artist Grants (application deadline Oct. 20).

“Supporting a vibrant arts scene is important to all sectors of Central New York”, said Stephen Butler, CRC executive director. “The arts contribute to the economic health of our communities, help attract new residents and businesses, and support success in education for our youth.”

For complete details and application procedures, visit mycnyarts.org, or call the Cultural Resources Council at 315.435.2158. Also available on the website is a schedule of public information meetings and details on additional grant programs for schools and for artist career opportunities.

Submitted by Jude Seymour

(Oct. 2011) The Watertown businessman and registered Republican filed paperwork last week with the Federal Elections Commission to become a candidate for Congress, where he will represent northern and Central New York’s interests in Washington.

“While my campaign may technically start today, I’ve been out listening to residents all over northern and Central New York since last November,” Matt Doheny said. “People continue to worry about our country’s lack of forward progress. We need well-paying jobs, but President Barack Obama and his allies continue to stifle growth by pushing an agenda that leads to higher taxes and bigger deficits. That just creates more burdens for both average Americans and for our future generations.”

Doheny is an investor who managed the distressed assets division at a Fortune 500 company for eight years. He had an up-close look at why American businesses failed and gained an expertise in finding ways to turn those troubled companies around.

He’s now formed his own investment firm, North Country Capital, to help start-ups create jobs locally.

Doheny also helps companies by using his expertise in turnarounds and restructurings, either by sitting on their boards of directors or through consulting.

The candidate believes Congress needs more businessmen who understand how our economy works and how we can reverse the current crisis of confidence that Americans feel. He will put the knowledge gained from his private sector career into a pro-growth plan that will create incentives for businesses to get back in the game. That plan will get our economy – and this great nation – moving in the right direction.

Like many Americans, Doheny also understands Washington does not have a revenue problem.

“It has a spending problem,” Doheny said.

Doheny will be proposing reforms that ensure Washington will continue to provide a social safety net, but one that is within the country’s means and does not simply defer problems and put the burdens on generations to come.

The candidate expects his ideas to resonate with New Yorkers looking for real leadership.

While the state Legislature works on redrawing the congressional district boundaries for the 2012 election, Doheny will continue reaching out to local leaders, Republican officials and residents of the many counties who may be part of the eventual district.

About the Candidate

Doheny, 41, was raised in Alexandria Bay. He is a graduate of Allegheny College and earned his law degree at Cornell University. After practicing law in Syracuse, he jumped into the business world.

At Deutsche Bank, he managed more than 130 individuals while helping purchase and restructuring large troubled companies. In 2008, Doheny joined Fintech Advisory, a money-management firm. He left Fintech in 2010 and started his own business, North Country Capital, LLC, which is based in Watertown and primarily serves northern and Central New York.

He also teaches a finance class at Clarkson University, after having previously taught a business course at Jefferson Community College.

Doheny was the Republican and Independence Parties’ candidate in the 23rd Congressional District race in 2010. With just 1,990 votes separating Doheny from incumbent Democrat Bill Owens, the House race was one of the 10 closest in the nation last year.

Jude Seymour, 31, is Doheny’s deputy campaign manager and spokesman.

Pictured are the 2011 HCCC Athletic Hall of Fame inductees at the Induction Ceremony held on Sept. 30. From left: Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie, Thomas LaPuma, Marguerite Alofs (accepting the award for her late husband Jack Alofs), Dwight Barnett and Sharon Gleasman-Howell.

(Herkimer, NY – Sept. 30, 2011) Herkimer County Community College inducted its inaugural class into the Athletic Hall of Fame Friday, September 30 on campus, as part of the College’s Fall Fest & Alumni Weekend.

The five inductees, who have made extraordinary contributions to the College through intercollegiate athletics, are: Thomas LaPuma, professor emeritus and former athletic director; John W. (Jack) Alofs, retired men’s basketball coach (posthumously awarded to his wife, Marguerite Alofs); Dwight Barnett ’06, men’s soccer; Sharon Gleasman-Howell ’79, multi-sport athlete; and Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie ’87, men’s lacrosse.

HCCC President Ann Marie Murray welcomed honorees and guests to the ceremony. “As I welcome you to this evening’s inaugural induction ceremony of our athletic hall of fame, I am proud of our inductees who exemplify why Herkimer’s athletic program is one of the top junior college programs in the country,” she said, “and pleased to be able to recognize their outstanding contributions through our new Hall of Fame.”

Dr. Matthew Hawes, Dean of Students and Selection Committee Chair, delivered remarks as to the importance of establishing an Athletic Hall of Fame at Herkimer, and the competitiveness of selecting the first inaugural class. Jason Powles, Sports Director, WKTV News Channel 2, served as Master of Ceremonies. In his remarks, Powles said, “As a local sportscaster for the last 15 years, I can attest to the phenomenal athletic program here at Herkimer County Community College. This is truly the ‘Home of the Champions.’ The College has gained the reputation as one of the nation’s most successful junior college athletic programs.” He added, “Not only is Herkimer an athletic powerhouse, but the program also places great emphasis on excellence in the classroom and the community.”

Inductee Thomas LaPuma, Herkimer’s first athletic director, said, “It’s definitely an honor to be inducted into any hall of fame, especially this one. I’ve been so close to the College in so many ways for so many years, and I appreciate Dr. Ann Marie Murray’s support in establishing the hall of fame. I think it’s great for the College, the alumni and athletics. It’s a very positive thing.”

Inductee Sharon Gleasman-Howell ’79, a multi-sport athlete at Herkimer said, “Knowing the quality of student-athletes who have attended HCCC, I am honored to receive this award, especially to be in the first class of recipients.  Because of my success here at Herkimer, I was able to receive a dual sport Division I scholarship to go on and compete at the University of Rhode Island.”

Athletic Director Donald Dutcher said “As athletic director here for the past eight years, I am humbled by these great coaches, leaders and athletes who left incredible legacies for our College community.”

At the conclusion of the program, President Murray announced a new Hall of Fame fund established through the Herkimer County College Foundation. The fund was made possible by a donation from alumnus and former lacrosse player Andrew Kaiser ‘83. Kaiser requested that a portion of his donation be used for a purpose to be determined by the inaugural Hall of Fame class.

Speaking on behalf of the 2011 class, Dr. Opie said, “Collectively, the inaugural class has dedicated our portion of the donation to support the establishment of the Athletic Hall of Fame. On behalf of the 2011 class, I would like to thank Andy Kaiser for his generosity in establishing this fund and having the creative vision to do it in a way that involves and challenges all of us.”

The 2011 Inductees:

Thomas LaPuma, of Frankfort, is a professor emeritus and served as the College’s first athletic director. He built the foundation for a national championship athletic program, developed the physical education curriculum, fitness center and intramural program, and coached several sports during his tenure. LaPuma retired after 33 years of service to Herkimer County Community College.

John W. (Jack) Alofs was honored posthumously. Alofs taught physical education and was head coach for the Herkimer Generals men’s basketball team for 20 years. He achieved a 72% winning record and won the program’s only national championship in 1991. He was twice named NY State Junior College Coach of the Year, and was inducted into the Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame. Alofs published a book in which he shared his coaching techniques and strategies, as well as many coaching stories.

Dwight Barnett ’06, a native of Jamaica, NY, led the 2005 Herkimer Generals men’s soccer team to a national championship and received a multitude of awards, as well as an athletic scholarship to Lynn University. He was the first Herkimer Generals men’s soccer player to be drafted by Major League Soccer.

Sharon Gleasman-Howell ’79, of Ilion, NY excelled as a multi-sport athlete at Herkimer. Howell was a member of the 1978 and 1979 volleyball, basketball and women’s track teams. She helped lead the 1979 women’s track team to a state title and held multiple school records. She was HCCC Female Athlete of the Year in 1979, was named Most Valuable Player and All-American for track, and was one of the College’s first female athletes to receive a Division I scholarship.

Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie ’87, of Boston, MA, was a two-time All-American defenseman for the 1982 and 1983 Generals Lacrosse teams. Dr. Opie continued his collegiate lacrosse career at Syracuse University where he led the team in two national championship games. He also played professionally for the New York Saints in the Major Indoor Lacrosse League and for Team USA’s World Championship team in 1990. Opie earned a Ph.D. from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University and is Professor of History and Foodways at Babson College.

Herkimer County Community College’s athletic program is a Division III member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and has amassed 32 national, 83 regional and 119 conference championships. Herkimer placed second in the 2010-11 National Alliance of Two-Year College Athletic Administrators (NATYCAA) Cup competition. HCCC has placed in the top five of the competition since its inception in 2004.

10/01/2011…St. Francis of Assisi-Parish Center

7820 Bridgeport Minoa Rd, Bridgeport, NY,13030

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/01/2011…Syracuse Regional Market stall e21 – SCU

2100 Park Street, Syracuse, NY,13208

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/04/2011…Crouse Hospital – Bloodmobile

765 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY, 13210

12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

10/06/2011…Driver’s Village – center court

“5885 E. Circle Drive, Suite200″, Cicero, NY, 13039

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

10/08/2011…Elbridge Fire Department – Community Room

275 East Main St, Elbridge, NY, 13060

8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

10/08/2011…Church of the Immaculate Conception – Multi-purpose room

400 Salt Springs Rd, Fayetteville, NY, 13066

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/08/2011…K-Mart 4034 – SCU

2803 Brewerton Rd, Syracuse, NY, 13211

11:30 AM to 4:30 PM

10/10/2011…Plymouth Congregational Church – Memorial Hall

232 East Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY, 13202

11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

10/11/2011…LaFayette Fire Dept – Community Room

Route 11, Lafayette, NY, 13084

1:30 PM to 6:30 PM

10/12/2011…Brewerton UnitedMethodistChurchCommunity Center– Classroom

5395 Orangeport Rd., Brewerton, NY, 13029

1:30 PM to 6:30 PM

10/12/2011…Syracuse University Schine Student Center- Room 304 ABC

Waverly Ave., Syracuse, NY ,13210

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

10/13/2011…East Area YMCA -Learning Room & Teen Center

200 Towne Drive, Fayetteville, NY, 13066

7:30 AM to 12:30 PM

10/13/2011…St Lucys Gym – Gym

423 Gifford St, Syracuse, NY, 13204

1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

10/14/2011…Best Buy – Bloodmobile

3401 Erie Blvd East, De Witt, NY, 13214

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

10/15/2011…Tully United Comm Ch – Main hall

5872 Meetinghouse Rd., Tully, NY, 13159

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/16/2011…Temple Concord- Banquet Room

910 Madison Ave, Syracuse, NY, 13210

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/17/2011…St. Michaels Lutheran Ch-Camillus – Fellowship Hall

5108 West Genesee Street, Camillus, NY, 13031

1:30 PM to 6:30 PM

10/17/2011…GoldsteinStudentCenter- Study Lounge

410 Skytop Rd, Syracuse, NY, 13244

11:30 AM to 5:30 PM

10/22/2011…St Marys School- Social Hall

47 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/22/2011…Belgium Cold Springs Fire Department 1 – Main Room

7920 W River Rd., Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/22/2011…St Matthews Church – Parish Hall

904 Vine St., Liverpool, NY, 13088

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/22/2011…Carousel Center – Wing next to Lens Crafters

1 Carousel Center Drive, Syracuse, NY, 13290

8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

10/24/2011…King & King Architects – Bloodmobile

358 W Jefferson St, Syracuse, NY, 13202

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

10/26/2011…Walgreens – Bloodmobile

2231 Downer Street Rd, Baldwinsville, NY, 13027

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

10/26/2011…Syracuse University Winnick Hillel Center- Lender Auditorium

102 Walnut Ave, Syracuse, NY, 13210

12:30 PM to 5:30 PM

10/27/2011…Christ Community Ch-Syracuse – Fellowship Hall

3474 Stiles Rd, Syracuse, NY, 13209

2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

10/28/2011…Hematology-Oncology Associates – Cafeteria

5008 Brittonfield Parkway, East Syracuse, NY, 13057

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

10/28/2011…Syracuse EOC – Class room

100 New Street, Syracuse, NY, 13202

12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

(Utica, Herkimer County, NY – Sept. 28, 2011) The Peacemaker Program, Inc has received a $2,976 grant to present a workshop on Developing Conflict Resolution Training for Youth at the Association for Conflict Resolution’s national conference to be held Oct. 12 to 15 in San Diego, Calif.

This conference brings professionals in the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution from all across the country to attend seminars and workshops on the latest developments in Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution. This is the 10th annual conference and the first time The Peacemaker Program has been invited to present.

“This is a great opportunity for our training team to present on a national stage the ground breaking ideas we are developing locally in Oneida County in the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution. We are so appreciative of the Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties whose generosity is allowing us to showcase our community which has been so supportive of our organization and mission.” said Steve Robinson, Peacemaker Program Executive Director. This grant is made possible by the Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties, Inc and the Ellen Knower Clarke Fund.

(Syracuse, NY – Sept. 28, 2011) On August 23, the second baby patas monkey of 2011 was born at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. The public was invited to submit name suggestions for the young monkey and more than 600 entries were received. The Rosamond Gifford Zoo is pleased to announce the finalists in the patas monkey naming contest.

The gender of the baby has not yet been determined. As such, voters are asked to choose their favorite girl name and their favorite boy name.

The finalists for a girl name are:

Abena (A-BEE-nuh)
Submitted by Angelina Sparano, 21, of Syracuse
“It’s an African name meaning ‘born on Tuesday’ and the monkey was born on Tuesday, August 23.”

Dayo (DAY-oh)
Submitted by Charlena Janes, 36, of Syracuse
”It is a name of African origin meaning ‘joy arrives.’”

Kibibi (KUH-bee-bee)
Submitted by Allison Lyons, 9, of Syracuse
”It is a Swahili name meaning ‘little lady.’”
Shani (SHAW-nee)
Submitted by Tracie Lateef, 24, of Baldwinsville
”It is Swahili for ‘curiosity, novelty, or something unusual.’ It is an appropriate name for the monkey regardless of gender. I feel this name encompasses the curious nature of this monkey, as well as its individual uniqueness.”
Zarina (ZUH-ree-nuh)
Submitted by Marishka Biela, 6, of Bernhard’s Bay
”Me and my daddy looked it up it means ‘golden’ in African. I think the monkey’s look kinda’ like gold so I like it.”

The finalists for a boy name are:

Dakari (Duh-CAR-ee)
Submitted by Joy Bennett, 52, of East Syracuse

“It means ‘happiness.’” The name was derived from the Swahili word for happiness, “dakarai.”

Harry Patas

Vicki Feldman, 60, of Manlius

“The boy’s name ‘Harry Patas’ (as in Harry Potter) came to me when I heard patas monkey. While not a native name, I thought it was a name the kids would remember and get a kick out of.”
Jabu (jaw-BOO)
Submitted by Katharine Richman, 27, of Alexandria, Va.

“This word means ‘gift’ in Zulu. I lived in South Africa for two years and while learning the Zulu I began to appreciate that all names given to Zulu children had an important meaning within the language. Jabu was the name of one of the people in my host family.”

Nakuru (Nuh-KOO-roo)

Patricia Leach, 51, of Parish

”Nakuru is a lake and national park in Kenya.”

Tafari (Tuh-FAR-ee)
Submitted by Angelina Sparano, 21, of Syracuse
“I choose Tafari for a boy because it is an African and means ‘he who inspires awe’ which I think the baby does, if you go see all the visitors looking at the patas monkeys!”

Those interested in voting can do so by e-mailing contest@rosamondgiffordzoo.org.  The preferred names (one from the girl list AND one from the boy list) should be placed in the subject line of the e-mail.  Limit one vote per e-mail address.

Facebook fans can place an additional vote through a poll on the zoo’s Facebook page. All votes must be received by 4 p.m. on October 3.  The name that receives the highest number of votes will be the name by which the baby patas monkey will be known. The winner will receive a Patas Monkey Adopt an Animal package valued at $100.

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo is one of just 15 American zoos to house patas monkeys. They are part of a Species Survival Plan (SSP) – a collaborative effort between the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and zoos around the world to help ensure their survival.

(Syracuse, NY – Sept. 28, 2011) The Central New York Region has everything a traveler could want out of a visit to New York State, from something old (historical landmarks, museums and rustic B&Bs) to something new (state-of-the-art science centers, modern theatrical performances and high-end spas). To emphasize the “something old,” the area is overflowing with quaint shops touting eclectic antiques and collectibles, offering a slice of the region’s rich past. It is truly a picker’s (and a historian’s) paradise.

For starters, the Madison-Bouckville area offers a year-round antique venue with over 30 shops featuring hundreds of dealers, plus the largest antique show in New York State every third week in August. This event, the Madison Bouckville Antique Week, draws more than 2,000 dealers for a weeklong show along one two-mile stretch of Route 20. Another superb find for antique hunters in Madison County is The Market at Oneida Commons, a neat little mall open year-round that’s packed with vintage items, crafts, jewelry, books, furniture, locally-produced Pride of NY foods and other odds and ends that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Cobbler & C. in Sharon Springs, Schoharie County, offers a treasure trove of antiques. Up on the second floor is a wide array of used, but “new to you” goods: a collection of old dishes, glassware, books, magazines and other collectibles.

In Oneida County, the Westmoreland Antique Center features 80 dealer spaces with a vast array of antiques and vintage collectibles like holiday merchandise, milk bottles, postcards and advertising collectibles, plus a vast selection of glassware, china and furniture.

Charlotte’s Antiques in Chenango County welcomes antique enthusiasts to pore over home décor, women’s clothing and jewelry, and rare collectibles, among other specialty items. For Iroquois artifacts, one-of-a-kind classics and various collectibles, Carriage Barn Antiques, Iroquois Antiques and Pheasant Farm Antiques are a few popular stops in the area.

The Little Falls Antique Center in Herkimer County showcases oldies but goodies from 18 dealers. Just a ways down the street, Stone Mill of Little Falls houses everything vintage from lighting, to clothing, to decorative arts and prints, plus local treasures like Oriental carpets from Erie Canal Carpets, sterling silver and cookbooks. The unexpected can be expected in the old factory atmosphere of this 1839 mill built on the banks of the Mohawk River, as the inventory is ever changing. Greater Binghamton’s Clinton Street, aptly named the “Antique Row,” is a hot spot for antiquing, hosting as many as 30 dealers at a given time. The locale makes perfect sense, as Clinton Street itself is an antique – it existed long before the city of Binghamton.

Cooperstown in Otsego County is saturated in antiquing opportunities. More than 50 shops line the area, from main streets to country roads, including NYS Route 7 corridor from Unadilla to Oneonta, the NYS Route 28 corridor from Oneonta to Cooperstown, and US Route 20, the road to the Madison-Bouckville Antique Show. For those seeking a myriad of vintage items, from china and glassware to historic textiles and furniture, shops like Barkley Barn Blue Ribbon Antiques, Lake Antiques and Antiques & Artifacts are must-sees. Even the antiquing venues themselves are fascinating and range from charming homes to old barns brimming with collectibles.

For some, a successful hunt for the perfect antique can take months or even years. The Central New York Region’s seemingly limitless supply of rare antiques and collectibles in dozens of shops across the area, however, can certainly help to shorten the duration of that hunt and make it quite enjoyable along the way.

For more antiquing opportunities and other information about the Central New York Region, check out:www.JustGoCNY.com.

Images pictured are: Nature of the Canal, Second Place: Winter Glow (Onondaga Lake), Candace O’Brien of Syracuse; and Buildings, Bridges & Locks, Third Place: Evening Serenity, Lock E23 (Brewerton), Daniel Fealko of Clay.

(Waterford, NY – Sept. 2011) Twelve images that capture the distinctive sights and scenes of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor have been selected as winners of the 2011 Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Several winners hail from Central New York. Winning images can be viewed at www.eriecanalway.org and will be featured in the 2012 Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Calendar.

“These outstanding images show us the beauty and character of the canal corridor and remind us of what makes it a unique place to celebrate and preserve,” said Beth Sciumeca, Executive Director of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.

Judges selected twelve winners from 270 entries submitted by 92 photographers. First, second and third place photographs were chosen in each of four contest categories: Bridges, Buildings, and Locks; On the Water; For the Fun of It; and The Nature of the Canal. In addition, twelve photographs received an honorable mention.

The free 2012 Erie Canalway calendars will be distributed later this fall throughout upstate New York. Locations where the calendars will be made available to the public will be posted at:www.eriecanalway.org in November.

2011 Erie Canalway Photo Contest Winners

Buildings, Bridges & Locks
1st        The Locks at Lockport (Lockport), Stephen Bye, Lockport, NY
2nd        Evening in December (Fairport), Keith Boas, Fairport, NY
3rd        Evening Serenity, Lock E23 (Brewerton), Daniel Fealko, Clay, NY

On the Water
1st        Early Morning (Fairport), Lois Ann Matteson, Penfield, NY
2nd        All in a Row (Waterford), Katrina Van Tassel, Malta, NY
3rd        Day’s End (Pittsford), Barbara Oliver, Macedon, NY

For the Fun of It
1st        Mid-day Ride on the W.O. Decker (Waterford), Mike Bielkiewicz, Waterford, NY
2nd        Firecracker Red over Erie Canal Harbor (Buffalo), Gerri Jones, Wilson, NY
3rd        Bateaux Lesson, Mabee Farm (Rotterdam Junction), Peter T. Rossi, Slingerlands, NY

Nature of the Canal
1st        Whipple Bridge (Vischer Ferry), Tina Baxter, Clifton Park, NY
2nd        Winter Glow (Onondaga Lake), Candace O’Brien, Syracuse, NY
3rd        A Quick Get-Away Ellicott Creek (Tonawanda), Lisa Ermer, Tonawanda, NY

Honorable Mention Recipients
Railroad Bridge over the Hudson (Mechanicville), Mike Bielkiewicz, Waterford, NY
Cardboard Boat Race (Schuylerville), Jim McKnight, Schuylerville, NY
Autumn Morning (Waterford), Tina Baxter, Clifton Park, NY
Power, Light, and Train (Amsterdam), Linda Wroble, Schenectady, NY
Steamboat Flotilla at Lock E15 (Fort Plain), Dan Hulchanski, Watervliet, NY
Where it Began (Rome), Ken Cahill, Rome, NY
Sunset from Parker Street Bridge (Fairport), Lauren Frasier, Fairport, NY
View from Lyndon Road East (Fairport), Kevin Pawlak, Fairport, NY
Afternoon Walk along the Erie Canal (Pittsford), Keith Boas, Fairport, NY
Lock 32 Reflection (Pittsford), Gary Eisenhart, Pittsford, NY
Niagara Power (North Tonawanda), John LaHood, North Tonawanda, NY
Pride of Baltimore Visits Erie Canal Harbor (Buffalo), Gerri Jones, Wilson, NY