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B Sharp club honors student musicians
UTICA — The B Sharp Musical Club presented its Summer Sounds concert on Monday, July 6, at Grace Episcopal Church, featuring instrumental and vocal performances by local musicians and the presentation of annual music scholarships and grants.
SummerStage to present 'Hello, Dolly!' at Capitol Theatre
ROME — SummerStage presents the classic, Tony-award winning musical “Hello, Dolly” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 16, through July 18, at the Capitol Theatre, 220 West Dominick St.
Irish Cultural Center opens exhibit on America's founding
UTICA — The Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley is marking the nation’s 250th anniversary with a new exhibit exploring the role of Irish immigrants in the founding of the United States and their lasting contributions to American history.
Clinton Historical Society opens exhibit on the work of Revolutionary women
CLINTON — The Clinton Historical Society will open its new exhibition, “Founding Mothers: Revolutionary Women’s Work,” with a reception and panel discussion at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at the society, One Fountain St.
Munson to feature Holly Heckler alumni exhibition
UTICA — Munson will host a Pratt Munson Alumni Exhibition by oil painter Holly Heckler, Class of 2011, in the Pratt Munson Gallery in Fountain Elms, 310 Genesee St.
Munson Arts Festival opens July 11
UTICA — The 2026 Munson Arts Festival will open Saturday, July 11, and continue through Sunday, July 19, featuring a week of art exhibitions, demonstrations, family activities, concerts and community events at Munson.