Episode 208:

🌟 Weekend Recap Highlights

• Senior Night Baseball Dinner
  • Held at St. Francis Club in Frankfort.
  • Pizzas from Fratello's—great service, discount pricing for school events.
  • One injury, one flying helmet, one reminder to take a breath.
• Matteson Hotel
  • Rehearsal dinner buffet with standout prime rib. A hidden gem for bar food and events.
• Big Devo BBQ Catering
  • Wedding reception with amazing brisket, fried chicken, ribs, mac & cheese, and cornbread.
• It’s a Utica Thing (North Utica)
  • First-time visit. Loved the wide variety: eggplant parm, calzone, wings, and more. Known for their Chicken Riggies.
• Next Step Pediatrics (Sauquoit)
  • Fast same-day appointment and attentive care.
• Lafa Mediterranean Grill (New Hartford)
  • Customizable bowls, salads, and standout mint tea. Quick and delicious.

🎉 This Weekend’s Events

Friday, May 24

• Silk – New Upscale Dessert & Cocktail Bar (Utica)
  • Ribbon cutting at 4PM. Known for presentation-focused cocktails & creative desserts (think s'mores old fashioned & dessert burger).

Saturday, May 25

• Utica Doghouse – New Gourmet Hot Dog Spot
  • Creative menu: carnival dogs, pulled pork, bacon-wrapped dogs with crushed hot Cheetos & more.
• Utica Zoo – Dino Discovery Opening Day
  • “RAWR-some” animatronic dinosaur exhibit on display through Oct. 19.

Sunday, May 26

• Jason Aldean @ SPAC – 7PM
  • Big kickoff to the SPAC concert season. Other big names this summer: Shania Twain, Mumford & Sons, Lumineers, Rod Stewart, Dave Matthews Band, Jerry Seinfeld, Phish.

🪴 Upcoming

• Thursday, May 30 – Porch Pot Workshop by The Plant Stand (2:30 Genesee St, Utica)
  • $65 includes pot, soil, kale, parsley, one surprise plant & expert planting tips.
  • Great for beginner or small-space gardeners!

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