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Bluey to visit Utica Zoo Saturday
UTICA — The Utica Zoo will host “Bluey’s Big Zoo Adventure” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, featuring appearances by the popular blue cartoon pup along with family activities included with regular zoo admission.

Enjoy Free Live Music at Munson Every Friday in August
The Lunch & Listen series features local musicians, classical favorites, and readings from Charles E. Burchfield's writings. Continue reading…

Utica Stampede Rodeo and Expo returns for two nights
UTICA — The Utica Stampede Rodeo and Expo presented by Mastrovito Chevrolet returns for two action-packed nights at 7 p.m. Friday, July 31 and Saturday, Aug. 1 at the Adirondack Bank Center, 400 Oriskany St. West.

No Fishing License Needed for This Free Utica Learn to Fish Event
Ever wanted to learn how to fish? A free Learn to Fish event is coming to Utica Harbor Point. Continue reading…

2nd Annual Mesta Fiesta Brings Latino Culture to Utica Zoo
The Utica Zoo was filled with music, food and cultural celebrations as El Zorro Radio hosted its second annual "Mesta Fiesta."

Part of Utica's Genesee Street to Temporarily Close for Munson Arts Festival Steamrolling Event
Drivers can expect temporary changes in downtown traffic on Thursday as a unique art event takes over part of Genesee Street.

Bavarian Festival at Utica Maennerchor in Marcy This Weekend
Preparations are underway for the Bavarian Festival at the Utica Maennerchor, a club on Flanagan Road established by the German community in Utica.

Saranac Post-Race Party caps another Boilermaker weekend
UTICA — The pounding footsteps may have faded from the streets of Utica, but the celebration was just getting started.

Utica Maennerchor plans annual Bavarian Festival
MARCY — The Utica Maennerchor will hold its annual Bavarian Festival from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, July 17, and 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at the club, 5535 Flanagan Road.

Free STAR workshop Wednesday
UTICA — The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance will host a School Tax Relief Program (STAR) seminar from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, at the Utica Public Library, 2nd floor gallery, 303 Genesee St.

Utica National Kids Run Draws Over 1,000 Young Runners
Boilermaker Weekend brings excitement to Utica as children take part in a running tradition at Mohawk Valley Community College.

Boilermaker runners, fans invited to annual Saranac Post-Race Party
UTICA — Thousands of runners, spectators, and community members are expected to gather at the F.X. Matt Brewing Co. on Sunday, July 12, for the annual Saranac Post-Race Party, a longtime tradition to cap off Boilermaker weekend.