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SUMMARY:Dio Day
DESCRIPTION:Rose Hall is proud to host DIO Day for the 2024 tribute to Ronnie James Dio and a benefit concert to support the “Ronnie James Dio CHS Music Scholarship Fund”. Tickets $15 BAND SCHEDULE TBA \n 
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/dio-day/
LOCATION:Rose Hall\, 19 Church Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T180000
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SUMMARY:Ghost Hunt at the 1890 House
DESCRIPTION:Attempt to reach through the veil after dark in the haunted Victorian mansion. Spend the evening at the 1890 House Museum for a guided paranormal investigation with the experienced team from Dream Seekers Paranormal group. Bring your own investigation tools or utilize the teams cutting edge technology. You better bring a friend\, because no one will believe the wild ghost stories you come back with.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/ghost-hunt-at-the-1890-house/
LOCATION:1890 House Museum\, 37 Tompkins Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Paranormal,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T080000
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SUMMARY:Historic Costume Camp
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, Magpie is pleased to offer five sections of very special sewing camps for our students of ALL ages! Come to the historic Cortland Corset Building to learn about the clothing history of Cortland County and learn to build some different pieces of that history! We will discuss the legacy of Amelia Bloomer\, the Cortland Corset Building\, and fashion/costume from the heyday of Cortland’s manufacturing boom. According to the curiosity and interest of our students\, we will then choose 2 pieces of clothing history to reconstruct. Anything from our own bloomers and shirtwaists to Victorian walking skirts and gentleman’s knee pants. Camp runs from 10am-2pm each day\, with pre-camp and post-camp hours available at $10/hr for those who want to add more.\nWeek 1\, June 24-27 COSPLAY CAMPWeek 2\, July 1-3 DOLL & STUFFIE CLINICWeek 3\, July 8-11 FASHION & UPCYCLING CAMPWeek 4\, July 17-19 ACCESSORY EXTRAVAGANZAWeek 5\, August 5-9 HISTORIC COSTUME CAMP\n\nRegistration is $375 per student and is limited to 6 students per camp. All supplies and materials are included in the registration fee. Register at the “Get Tickets” link or by Venmo-ing @StaceyGoldyn-Moller\, with payment and the memo “Historic Costume Camp”. For families in need\, please inquire about Sewing Camp Scholarship Opportunities via email at MagpieCortland@gmail.com
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/historic-costume-camp/
LOCATION:Magpie Custom Creations\, 75 E Court Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T200000
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SUMMARY:Remembering the Greely Expedition
DESCRIPTION:Do you know who David Brainard is?  The Marathon Historical Society invites you to learn about this courageous man and his important part in The Greely Expedition (1881-1884). A special program will be presented in the Marathon High School Auditorium on Wednesday\, July 31 at 7 p.m.  Everyone is invited! You do not need to be a member of the Historical Society to attend.  Come and learn about this man who lived in the Town of Freetown.  It was his grit and wisdom that helped some of the explorers survive.  He became a Brigadier General\, wrote two books\, and is buried in Arlington Cemetery.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/remembering-the-greely-expedition/
LOCATION:Marathon High School\, 1 E. Main Street\, Marathon\, NY\, 13803\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T140000
DTSTAMP:20240417T144351Z
CREATED:20240417T144351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T144351Z
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SUMMARY:Cosplay Costume Class
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, Magpie is pleased to offer five sections of very special sewing camps for our students of ALL ages! Come to the historic Cortland Corset Building to learn about the clothing history of Cortland County and learn to build some different pieces of that history! We will discuss the legacy of Amelia Bloomer\, the Cortland Corset Building\, and fashion/costume from the heyday of Cortland’s manufacturing boom. According to the curiosity and interest of our students\, we will then choose 2 pieces of clothing history to reconstruct. Anything from our own bloomers and shirtwaists to Victorian walking skirts and gentleman’s knee pants. Camp runs from 10am-2pm each day\, with pre-camp and post-camp hours available at $10/hr for those who want to add more.\nWeek 1\, June 24-27 COSPLAY CAMPWeek 2\, July 1-3 DOLL & STUFFIE CLINICWeek 3\, July 8-11 FASHION & UPCYCLING CAMPWeek 4\, July 17-19 ACCESSORY EXTRAVAGANZAWeek 5\, August 5-9 HISTORIC COSTUME CAMP\n\nRegistration $375 per student\, and is limited to 6 students per camp. All supplies and materials are included in the registration fee. Register at the “Get Tickets” link or by Venmo-ing @StaceyGoldyn-Moller\, with payment and the memo “Historic Costume Camp”. For families in need\, please inquire about Sewing Camp Scholarship Opportunities via email at MagpieCortland@gmail.com
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/cosplay-costume-class/
LOCATION:Magpie Custom Creations\, 75 E Court Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000
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UID:991-1713006000-1713009600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:National Historic Marker Cleanup Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Cortland County Historical Society for National Historic Marker Cleanup Day!\nWhen: Friday\, April 26th\, Information session held on April 13th. Please be sure to attend this meeting if you plan on participating in clean-up day!\nCalling all history buffs and community-minded individuals! We’re excited to announce our participation in National Historic Marker Cleanup Day\, and we need YOUR help to make it a success! What to expect at the information session:\n-Team assignments for cleanup\n-Proper cleaning techniques instruction\n-Fun and camaraderie while preserving history!\nThis event is a fantastic opportunity to come together as a community and ensure that our historic markers shine bright for generations to come. Whether you’re passionate about history or just looking to make a positive impact\, we welcome all to join us!\nMark your calendars\, spread the word\, and let’s make history sparkle!
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/national-historic-marker-cleanup-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T150000
DTSTAMP:20240229T160724Z
CREATED:20240229T160724Z
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UID:981-1709989200-1709996400@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Build YOur Own Bloomers
DESCRIPTION:Join Magpie Custom Creations in recognizing Amelia Bloomer during Brave Women’s Week! Build Your Own Bloomers! $30 per student\, all materials provided. (10 person maximum)\nText “BLOOMER” to 607-591-9652 for more information or with questions.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/build-your-own-bloomers/
LOCATION:Cortland Corset Building\, 75 E Court Street\, Cortland\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T010000
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UID:980-1709946000-1709996400@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Trailblazing Women of Cortland County
DESCRIPTION:Trailblazing Women of Cortland County: Celebrating Our Unsung Heroes. March 9 is a day to honor the remarkable women of Cortland County who have shaped history beyond borders! Join us at the Homeville Museum as we delve into the inspiring stories of these extraordinary women who made their mark on our region\, our nation\, and the world. Don’t miss out on this captivating journey through time!
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/trailblazing-women-of-cortland-county/
LOCATION:CNY Living History Center\, 4386 US Route 11\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T210000
DTSTAMP:20231103T152756Z
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UID:952-1700161200-1700168400@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:The Story of General Mite with former Town of Greene Historian\, Peg Ross
DESCRIPTION:Join Peg Ross\, former Town of Greene Historian\, for a dive into the history of General Mite\, one of the smallest adult human beings on record at 27”. Born in Greene\, NY\, he toured Europe and Australia\, met Queen Victoria and won the hearts of tens of thousands worldwide.\n\n\n\nTo be held at the Virgil Historical Society’s quarterly meeting on November 16 at 7pm at the Virgil Town Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/the-story-of-general-mite-with-former-town-of-greene-historian-peg-ross/
LOCATION:Virgil Town Hall\, 1176 Church Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T140000
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UID:924-1699707600-1699711200@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Honoring Virgil’s Veterans
DESCRIPTION:On Veterans Day\, the Virgil Historical Society will lead a cemetery walk to honor veterans buried in the Old Virgil and Virgil Rural Cemeteries. We have selected veterans from each of seven conflicts to represent the service and patriotism of all of our military men and women. Participants may bring a small memento to leave at each grave\, if they wish (flag\, flower\, poem\, etc. Please weight down anything that might blow away.) \nMeet at the Virgil Town Hall at 1pm\nDress for the weather\nBring 15 small mementos\, if you wish \nVeterans we will be honoring this year:\nRevolutionary War Thomas Mott\nJohn Michael Frank\nWar of 1812 Barnabas Baker\nDaniel Price\nCivil War: Daniel W. Barton\nLewis E. Barton\nJohn H. Sweet\nWorld War 1 Douglas Williams Barton\nWilliam Hayden Olmsted\nWorld War 2 Ross (Doc) Howard Ames\nUlric Theodore McCasland\nKorean War Robert James Hand\nLeah Irene Weatherby\nVietnam War Charles K. Puderbaugh\nClifford Lyman Eaton
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/honoring-virgils-veterans/
LOCATION:Virgil Town Hall\, 1176 Church Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virgil Historical Society":MAILTO:Virgilhistorian@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T110000
DTSTAMP:20230926T182036Z
CREATED:20230926T182036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182036Z
UID:839-1698487200-1698490800@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Haunted House 101
DESCRIPTION:Discover the history and potential mysteries hidden within your Cortland County home! Learn how to research your property’s past using property deeds\, historical maps\, and local archives\, and uncover the stories left behind by former residents as contained in the resources available at CCHS. Attendance is limited to 12.\n\nFree for members\, $5 for non-members.\n\nSign up via the Events page on our website.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/haunted-house-101/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T220000
DTSTAMP:20231023T135955Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T135955Z
UID:757-1698339600-1698357600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Cortland's Cabinet of Curiosities: Exploring Our Curious & Paranormal Past
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for a frighteningly fun evening unearthing our curious and paranormal past! \nCOCKTAIL HOUR FROM 5-7PM • FREE TO ATTEND\nThe cabinet creeks open with a cocktail hour\, where you can mingle with local historians\, shop oddities and art\, and discover your future\, all while sipping our signature trail cocktail. It’s devilishly delicious! \nParticipants include\n• Experience Cortland\n• 1890 House Museum\n• Cortland Rural Cemetery\n• Cortland County Historical Society\n• Virgil Historical Society\n• Homer Landmark Society\n• McGraw Historical Society\n• Preble Historian\n• Martin Sweeney\n• Dragonfyre Distillery\n• Fancifuls\, Inc\n• Dream Seekers Paranormal\nand more! \nCURIOUS SHORTS FROM 7-8PM • FREE TO ATTEND\nThe evening events then move into the historic theater\, where it’s more than 100-year-old hallowed halls will host a viewing premier of our Curious Shorts\, followed by storytelling and Q&A with our professors of the peculiar. \nPARANORMAL INVESTIGATION FROM 8:30-10PM • TICKETS REQUIRED\nFor the first time in over a decade\, the Center for the Arts opens its hallowed halls for a paranormal investigation with Dream Seekers Paranormal. This intimate investigation will tour this historic landmark’s dark corners and deep recesses utilizing cutting-edge equipment. The investigation is limited to just 16 guests. \nTICKERS RESERVATIONS NO LONGER ACCEPTED. Winners will be announced on Tuesday\, October 24.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/cortlands-cabinet-of-curiosities-exploring-our-curious-paranormal-past/
LOCATION:Center for the Arts of Homer\, 72 S. Main St\, Homer\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Paranormal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Experience Cortland":MAILTO:info@experiencecortland.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T160000
DTSTAMP:20230607T183030Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Tours of Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Here’s a unique chance to scratch a curiosity itch. Catch a rare behind-the-scenes look at the historic Center for the Arts of Homer with a guided tour. Learn about the weird and wonderful history of this converted church on Saturday\, June 10\, starting at 12:30pm.\n\n\n\nEach tour lasts 25 minutes. Learn some interesting facts\, and historical nuggets\, and see the recent improvements of the beautiful building’s 130-year history! You can also connect to a Village of Homer tour with the Landmark Society at 1pm and 3pm.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/historic-tours-of-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:Center for the Arts of Homer\, 72 S. Main St\, Homer\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T113000
DTSTAMP:20230522T144222Z
CREATED:20230522T144222Z
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UID:672-1685179800-1685187000@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:Main Street Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an engaging and educational way to explore the historic Main Street of Cortland? Join us on a walking tour led by Kate O’Connell\, the City of Cortland Historian and Cortland County Historical Society trustee.\n\nOn this tour\, you will discover the fascinating stories behind the buildings and people that have shaped our downtown area. From architectural features to notable figures\, Kate will guide you through the history of Cortland’s Main Street like never before.\n\nMeet us at #2 North Main Street (Bailey Place Insurance) to begin your journey through time. Don’t worry about any construction\, we’ll proceed rain or shine!\n\nThis walking tour is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their appreciation for local history\, from longtime residents to visitors passing through. You won’t want to miss this chance to learn about the rich past of Cortland’s Main Street\, so sign up today!\n\nCall 607-756-6071 or email info@cortlandhistory.org to reserve your spot. A suggested $10 per person donation will benefit Cortland County Historical Society.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/main-street-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Bailey Place Insurance\, North Main Street\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Cortland County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@cortlandhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T153000
DTSTAMP:20230505T180905Z
CREATED:20230505T180816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T180905Z
UID:669-1684591200-1684596600@cortlandcuriosities.com
SUMMARY:FultonHistory.com Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help demystify the search process on FultonHistory.com. The website is a fantastic resource for searching and accessing Cortland County newspapers from as early as 1815\, but can be rather tricky to navigate. The Cortland County Historical Society’s Collections & Research Assistant\, Sophie\, will reveal some of her best methods for tracking down articles that can provide invaluable information on just about any topic relating to Cortland County history.\n\nThis workshop is free to attend\, and donations are accepted. Only 12 spots are available so register today.
URL:https://cortlandcuriosities.com/event/fultonhistory-com-workshop/
LOCATION:Cortland County Historical Society\, 25 Homer Avenue\, Cortland\, NY\, 13045\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Research
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