Friday, July 16 Edgy Folk & Friends w/ NOS not otherwise specified
at 8:00 PM. An ongoing series of music evenings hosted by Jon Peterson’s EDGY FOLK
(Donna Dennihy & GD Bower) and regional New York songwriters. Cash wine/beer bar
with proper I.D. $6 at the door. Auburn Public Theater visit
www.auburnpublictheater.org
Friday & Saturday, July 16 & 17 Avatar (Blu-ray) playing at the Auburn Public
Cinema 7/16 shows at 1:00 PM & 8:00 PM; 7/17 8:00 PM 4 advance; $5 door visit
www.auburnpublictheater.org

Fun Fact about Syracuse/Onondaga County …. did you know …..

…. that the Franklin Automobile was produced here in Syracuse from 1902 to 1934 and was the most successful air-cooled car in U.S. history.

Attached, please find this week’s edition of the Friday Facts. For details on any of these events or others down the road, take a gander at our website at www.VisitSyracuse.org.

Check out our FINE ON-LINE STORE (http://store.visitsyracuse.org/home.php?cat=249) featuring great Syracuse items such as T’s, hoodies, fleece items, tote bag & more! If you’re looking for Syracuse items, we got ‘em right on the website (items available for purchase on-line only). Check it out TODAY!!!

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE!!! Our Surprise Me Pass is also conveniently available on-line on our website featuring discounts at over 250 area restaurants, attractions, services, etc.

Look-it … it’s right here at www.VisitSyracuse.org!

Linda Woodrow
Executive Assistant & Marketing Coordinator
Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau
CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity
572 South Salina St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Phone: 315-470-1913 | Fax: 315-471-8545
LWoodrow@VisitSyracuse.org

Music, Moonlight Set Stage for Mid-Lakes Navigation Theme Cruises
Pirates return, too!

As if champagne, a prime rib dinner, and Central New York’s majestic waterways weren’t reason enough to take a Mid-Lakes Navigation cruise, now there are a few more.

Throughout the summer, Mid-Lakes Navigation will offer a variety of special events and theme cruises.

“We’ve been in business many years, and we know that people are looking for different kinds of experiences,” says Sarah Wiles, a co-owner of Mid-Lakes Navigation. “So, to keep things fresh, we’ve added new sightseeing and dinner options.”

Included among them:

DJ Dinosaur Dinner, July 23 and Aug. 6

This three-hour dinner cruise along the Erie Canal, departing at 6 p.m., features entertainment by the Great Music Company and catering by Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. Tickets are $53 adults, $38 children.

Full Moon Cruise, July 25, Aug. 24 and Sept. 23

This one-hour sightseeing cruise on Skaneateles Lake, departing at 9:30 p.m. in July and August and 8:30 p.m. in September, offers a romantic nightcap aboard the Judge Ben Wiles, with “moon music” in the background. Tickets are $12.

Glen Haven Excursion, Aug. 1 and Sept. 5

This four-hour cruise, departing at 10 a.m. aboard the Judge Ben Wiles, visits the south end of Skaneateles Lake, recounting the Glen Haven Water Cure and other historical attractions. Tickets are $50 adults, $38 children, and include a continental breakfast and buffet lunch.

Donna Colton Live, Aug. 2

This two-hour cruise on Skaneateles Lake, departing at 7 p.m., features musical entertainment by Donna Colton and Sam Patterelli. Tickets are $30 per person and include one cocktail.

Dixieland Dinner Cruise, Aug. 4

This three-hour dinner cruise, departing at 6 p.m., travels the Erie Canal and features entertainment by Dick Sheridan’s Soda Ash Trio. Tickets are $50 adults, $41 children.

Pirate Day, Aug. 11

All cruises throughout the day, on both Skaneateles Lake and the Erie Canal, will have a pirate theme. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes, and drink specials and pirate loot will be offered, along with lots of other surprises.

Reservations are required for most theme cruises, and may be made by calling 315-685-8500.

For more information on Mid-Lakes Navigation cruises—and coupons—go to http://www.midlakesnav.com or become a fan on Facebook.

INTRODUCTION TO ACUPUNCTURE – 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Wednesday, July 21at The Center, 1 Hoffman Street.
If you have always wondered about acupuncture this is the event for you! Introduction to Acupuncture is intended to help you learn more about how this ancient treatment can assist you with a natural healing process, help you relax and to relieve stress. This introduction is free, but you may also choose to do a mini-treatment for a fee of $25.00. Reservations are appreciated. Walk-ins are welcome. (Arrive anytime between 5:00 and 7:00). To register call 704-0319 or online at www.TheCenter4Wellness.com.

THE CENTER
1 Hoffman St.
Auburn, NY 13021
P: 315.704.0319
F: 315.704.0160
www.TheCenter4Wellness.com

Wednesday, July 14 The 2010 Tiffany Summer Concert Series at Noon and Art Market
11 AM – 2 PM Willard Memorial Chapel, 17 Nelson St., with organist Hans Hielscher
of Wiesbaden, Germany. Hans has been the principal organist at the Marktkirche
(Lutheran Cathedral) in Wiesbaden, Germany for more than 30 years. He has played for
more than 2800 organ recitals in five continents, including 39 tours across the US. This
concert will be played on the Chapel’s historic Steere & Turner organ. This event is free
and open to the public. Donations accepted. (315) 252-0339 In addition, there will be a
used book sale sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of America from 10 am to 4 pm.