Briefly in Tompkins
Significant Elements Warehouse is holding a Make Way for Spring sale through Saturday, March 22 at the warehouse, 212 Center St. Everything is on sale including items such as a Kohler cast iron bath set, Whirlpool dishwasher, plush theatre sets, window sashes, sewing machines, bath tubs, chandeliers, counter tops, sinks, door hardware, and more. Donations are welcome and tax receipts are provided. For more information on Significant Elements, visit www.significantelements.org or call 277-3450.
* “Sugar Moon Celebration” will be starting at 6 p.m. today. At this event there will be a community potluck at 6 p.m., a moonlight tour of the sugarbush trail, a sugarbush tour with stories of maple lore at 7 p.m., and live music at 8 p.m. The fee will be between $5-$15. The event is open for all ages.
* “Discover Maple Sugaring” is from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, March 23. A tour of the sugarbush, maple syrup tastings, and an overview of the history and lore of sugaring in the region will occur in this event open to all ages. Information on the process of turning sap into sugar and tips for sugaring at home will be provided by staff. Fee is regular admission and donations.
* The 2008 Maple Fest will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30. This event will feature live local music from over 10 groups, boiling and tapping demonstrations, educational pieces about the history of maple syrup, arts and crafts, entertainers, a firetruck, live animals, and a local foods pancake breakfast. The fee is $12 for Adults, $8 for children and $25 for families.
There’s still room in a New York Department of Environmental Conservation environmental education camp for a student from the 51st senatorial district, Sen. James L. Seward, R-51st Dist., has said.
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