Episode 199:

🌟 Weekend Recap

• Consignment Chick (Clinton)
  • Stylish, affordable fashion finds—brand-name jeans for $8 and fancy shoes perfect for weddings or formals.
  • High-end women’s clothing, purses, and housewares. (No men’s section yet!)
• Pelleteri Joe’s (Utica)
  • Classic Utica vibe and old-school comfort food.
  • Open for food Tuesdays and Saturdays only—don’t miss the sausage & peppers, vodka riggies, and hot peppers (if you dare).
  • New ownership coming soon—hopefully no major changes!

🩸 Friday, April 19

• Greater Utica Chamber Blood Drive
  • 9:30AM–2:30PM at 520 Seneca St. Register at redcrossblood.org
  • Every donation helps save lives!
• Joan Jett & The Blackhearts @ The Stanley Theatre
  • 7:30PM show – tickets starting at $43
  • Kelly’s mom, sister, and niece are all in—this one's a generational fan favorite!
• Easter Bunny Appearances Begin
  • Bass Pro Shops: Free photos all weekend
  • Chester’s Florist (Utica): 2–5PM – live ducklings on display & Easter Bunny visit!
• Comets Game + Uncle Charlie & The Meatballs
  • Live pre-game & intermission performance at Adirondack Bank Center
  • Fun local sendoff for the season!

🐣 Saturday, April 20

• Uncle Charlie & The Meatballs @ Nail Creek – 7PM
  • Outdoor live music (weather permitting) at one of Utica’s coziest spots.
• Zoo Egg-Stravaganza – Utica Zoo – 10AM–3PM
  • Egg-themed animal exploration, Easter Bunny, magic show, and live music.
  • Included with admission: $11 adults, $8 kids (2–12), $10 college/veterans/seniors, free under 2.
• Canalway Cleanup – Ilion & Frankfort Marinas – 10AM
  • Volunteer-driven Earth Day cleanup hosted by I ♥️ True Value. Snacks and tools provided!
• Free Plant Pots Pickup – Brick House Acres (Frankfort)
  • Reduce waste by picking up donated clean pots for spring planting.
  • Seeds, fertilizer, and planting supplies also available (plants available starting May 10).
• Syracuse Wine Festival @ Oncenter
  • Unlimited wine, cider, spirits, food, music, photo booth, board games & more.
  • Session 1: 1–4PM ($30) | Session 2: 6–9PM ($35) | VIP: $40 | DD tickets: $10

✨ Ongoing

• Easter Bunny Appearances Continue
  • Bass Pro Shops all weekend
  • Ducklings & Easter setup at Chester’s Florist

🎓 Starting Monday, April 21

• SUNY Poly Spotlight Series (Spring Break Programming)
  • Camps & workshops in STEM, art, sports, and wellness for kids, teens, and families.
  • Learn more & register: sunypoly.edu

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