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Annual Dinner Returns & Other Events
Springtime has arrived and with it comes a variety of events that are sure to please. On Saturday, April 8th, Cindy Russell presented “The History of Dick and Jane Books”. Cindy’s program was a nostalgic look at the history of these classic readers, enhanced by images from her extensive collection. Watch the event here.
Another event, the Annual Meeting and Dinner, will be held on Thursday, April 20. After a Covid-related pause, we will again gather at the American Legion (200 E. Union St) for an enjoyable evening. Social hour will begin at 6:00 with a buffet dinner starting shortly before 7:00. This will be followed by the brief annual meeting and election.
Clifton Springs musician Cathy McGrath will close out the evening with 19th Century songs about suffrage, the Civil War and the Erie Canal using vintage instruments.
Tickets for the dinner will be $30/person. You may choose to just attend the meeting (around 7:30) if desired.
Dinner will include parmesan-crusted chicken, roast beef au jus, tortellini primavera, rice pilaf, buttered corn, tossed salad, rolls and cake.
Please RSVP by April 14 by sending payment to N-AHS (120 High Street), or you can reserve and pay at the door by calling 315-331-6409 to let Chris know how many are attending.
Collector’s Corner Adds Interest To the Museum
An interesting part of the museum displays is the Collector’s Corner. Collecting can be fascinating, and many area residents are willing to share their fascination with the rest of us.
Newark-Arcadia Historical Society members have been sharing their collections at the Museum since late 2021. Every two months, a new display is featured in a showcase located in the main exhibit room. It has been very well received!
Christina Champion’s collection of Newark Memorabilia is currently on display through March and April. She calls it “One Stop Shopping in Newark, The Village With Everything!!” It includes Newark advertising items, and many other things from Newark’s past, dating back to the 19th Century. It is quite a comprehensive collection from a longtime collector.
Past displays have included Ice Fishing Decoys (Gary Corteville), Antique Candle Molds (Arlene Copeland), Teapots (John Zornow), Jello Memorabilia (Karen Doebler), Condensed Milk Containers (Pat Jones), Depression Glass (Jennifer Bates), and Antique Whistles, Local Bird Carvings (Chris Davis).
Kirk Palmatier is slated to display Record & Photograph items in May & June. If you might have a collection to share, give a call or email!
The Museum is open Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. (120 High St.)
Info: 315-331-6409