February 14, 2010: A Mark Twain Valentine: The Diaries of Adam & Eve A special Valentine treat returns to the OHA! Share that special day with your special someone and funny presentation by America’s foremost humorous and observer of the human condition, Samual Clemens, also known as Mark Twain. The celebrated author lived and wrote in nearby Elmira for a time. The waters in New York State became settings for two if his pieces, a tongue and cheek poem telling of a raging tempest on our own Erie Canal and Niagara Falls became the Garden of Eden in the Diaries of Adam and Eve. Clemens performed readings of his works locally as did many writers of the day. So join our original ancestors at OHA, Sunday February 14 th at 2PM. Admission is $8.00 for the public, and $5.00 for members. Call 428-1864 for information and reservations. “Diaries” is also available for a limited tour. It could be a heart-warming experience for your group or event. February 14, 2010, 2PM, OHA Museum Auditorium. Cost is $5.00 members, $8.00 non-members

February 14, 2010: When Hollywood Comes Knocking: Supporting the Filming of “The Express” Syracuse University archivist Ed Galvin will review the 2008 Hollywood production about the life of Syracuse University football great Ernie Davis and how the University’s archives were extensively used to inform the historical accuracy of a film set in the late 1950s and early 1960s. February 14, 2010, 2PM, OHA Museum, FREE.

Onondaga Historical Association Museum & Research Center
321 Montgomery St.,  Syracuse, NY. 13202
Phone 315-428-1864, Fax: 315-471-2133

February 18, 2010: Evening at the Museum In the spirit of GHOST WALK, on the third Thursday of each month, after regular business hours, pay a visit to the Onondaga Historical Association for Evening at the Museum. OHA has collected innumerable stories from Syracuse and Central New York for 150 years. Now you have the opportunity to explore our past in a fun and unique way. Accompany our knowledgeable night watchman to experience our exhibits in a new light and see who comes out of the woodwork to bring Salt City history to life. February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, and July 15 . The tour lasts for one hour, starting at 5:00 with the last starting at 7:00pm, a t the OHA Museum. Cost is $8 for Members, $10 for non-members. Reservations Required. Call 428-1864 (ext.370). Groups of 15 maximum.

Onondaga Historical Association Museum & Research Center
321 Montgomery St.,  Syracuse, NY. 13202
Phone 315-428-1864, Fax: 315-471-2133

February 21, 2010: Past Glories: Stories of African American Contributions to Syracuse High School Sports in the 1950s through 1970s Former County Legislator and Nottingham football standout Carmen Harlow will lead a discussion about memories of standout sports figures from the local African-American community in the decades following World War II. February 21, 2010, 2PM, OHA Museum, FREE.

Onondaga Historical Association Museum & Research Center
321 Montgomery St.,  Syracuse, NY. 13202
Phone 315-428-1864, Fax: 315-471-2133

CNY Regional Farmers Market is open Thursday 10am – 5pm, Saturday 7am – 2pm & with a Flea Market on Sunday 7am – 2pm; Market Common shops open daily. Call 422-8647 for information. Enjoy this unique shopping experience!

CNY Regional Market Authority

2100 Park St.
Syracuse, NY 13208

422-8647

Near Carousel Center, Alliance Bank Stadium and the Regional Transportation Center, the Regional Farmers Market is the region’s longest-running farmers’ market. Open Saturdays from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. with a flea market every Sunday from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Special events and festivals happen several weekends each year. The Market Common Shoppes are open daily and include 2 restaurants, specialty pet goods shop, gift shop and more.

* Groups Welcome
* Handicap-Accessible

For a hotel room when you are not  visiting the market try Skaneateles  Suites, Skaneateles, NY 13152 315-685-7568