Episode 125 - Happy 4th!! Here are a few things we found happening on this long weekend. Be safe and have a great time everyone!

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Thursday July 4th
• Showtime at Daiker's

Friday July 5th
• Showtime at Daiker's

Saturday July 6th
• Frankfort Farmer's Market
• Cazenovia Lavender Festival (10-4)
• Showtime at Daiker's

Sunday July 7th
• Woodland Brewery Artisanal & Craft Market


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Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315
Scott's Website - https://www.scottgrates.com
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com


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The Love Living Local Podcast is shining a spotlight on the people, places, & events that make Central NY an amazing place to live.

Episode 124: On this week's Hey Neighbor we're joined by Tammy & Alexandra Palumbo from The Knight Spot in Frankfort.

Show Notes:
(0:00) - Scott's Intro
(0:45) - Show Start & Knight Spot History
(3:45) - Shutting Down & Re-Opening
(5:15) - Transition to New Generation
(6:35) - Family Dynamic & Challenges
(8:55) - Recent Changes
(11:50) - Social Media
(12:45) - Balancing Tradition & Innovation
(14:50) - Ice Cream Nachos & New Items
(15:05) - Serving Utica Coffee
(17:10) - Saturday Spreads
(20:45)- Rapid Fire Questions Start



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Knight Spot Links:
Ordering: https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/the-knight-spot-frankfort
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063563503918
IG: https://www.instagram.com/theknightspot

Saturday Spreads Links:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054351109920
IG: https://www.instagram.com/saturday_spreads/


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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Scott's Website -  https://www.scottgrates.com
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW

Episode 123 - Continuing with the new format, combining our Weekly Recap & Weekend Buzz segments into a single episode again this week.

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Recap Shoutouts:
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Friday June 28th
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Saturday June 29th
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Sunday June 30th
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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315
Scott's Website - https://www.scottgrates.com
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com


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The Love Living Local Podcast is shining a spotlight on the people, places, & events that make Central NY an amazing place to live.

Episode 122: On this week's Hey Neighbor we're joined by Brittnee Mexico, Head Women's Softball Coach at Mohawk Valley Community College.

Show Notes:
(0:00) - Episode Intro
(1:15) - Show Start & Early Years
(2:30) - College Years
(4:00) - Starting Career at Utica College & Coaching High School
(5:05) - Getting MVCC Job
(6:30) - Challenges of College Coaching
(9:45) - Recruiting Process
(12:00) - Pitching MVCC Program
(15:00) - Softball Season
(15:50) - Fundraising
(19:45) - Summer Sandlot Series
(25:50) - Additional Responsibilities at MVCC
(29:15) - Rapid Fire Questions Start



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Brittnee's Links:
Website: https://gomvhawks.com/sports/sball/index
FB: https://www.facebook.com/HawksSball
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mvcc_softball


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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com/
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW

Episode 121 - Continuing with a new format, combining our Weekly Recap & Weekend Buzz segments into a single episode again this week.

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Recap Shoutouts:
• Diamond Dawgs Thirsty Thursday
• Brass Tack Restaurant
• Vernon Downs
• Justin Smithson
• Old Forge Bald Mountain
• Daiker's
• Thendara Golf Course
• Candy Cottage
• Slicker's (Old Forge)
• Clark's Beach Hotel
• Nutty Putty Mini Golf
• Walt's Diner
• Alder Creek Golf


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Thursday June 20th
• Clinton Farmer's Market - 10:00-4:00 PM
• Showtime Live @ Celtic Harp - 6:00 PM

Friday June 21st
• Foam Party with Food Trucks in Marcy

Saturday June 22nd
• Anna's Sunflower Warriors Golf Tournament at Maple Crest
• CAKE at Ommegang Brewery
• Old Dominion at Turning Stone

Sunday June 23rd
• Justin Smithson Solo at Woodland Farm Brewery
• Rock the Dock Fundraising Event


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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315
Scott's Website - https://www.scottgrates.com
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com


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The Love Living Local Podcast is shining a spotlight on the people, places, & events that make Central NY an amazing place to live.

Episode 120: On this week's Hey Neighbor we're joined by Karen Murphy,  Vision Services Sales Manager for CABVI (Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired) and President of the Upstate NY BNI chapter.

Show Notes:
(0:00) - Episode Intro
(0:45) - Show Start
(1:20) - Karen's Roots
(2:15) - Dad Getting Sick
(3:45) - Change of Plans
(4:15) - Importance of Family
(7:00) - Shifting to Career Focus
(8:45) - How Karen Was Hired at CABVI
(12:10) - Michael's Story
(17:30) - Current Role at CABVI
(19:30) - Tying in the Life Coaching Background
(23:00) - Travel Plans & Seasons of Life
(25:10) - Utica BNI Chapter
(27:00) - How to Support CABVI
(30:30) - Rapid Fire Questions Start



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Karen & CABVI Links:
Website: https://www.cabvi.org/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/CABVICNY
IG: https://www.instagram.com/cabvi_utica/
Karen's FB: https://www.facebook.com/karen.lynn.773
Karen's IG: https://www.instagram.com/karen_lynn825



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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com/
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW

Episode 119: On this week's Hey Neighbor we're joined by Lynzee Bissell, Chief Marketing Officer for Heidelberg Bread.

Show Notes:
(0:00) - Lynzee & Heidelberg Intro
(1:20) - Show Start
(1:50) - Starting Full Time Role in the Business
(3:20) - History of Heidelberg
(5:00) - Current Operation
(6:50) - Family Dynamic
(9:00) - Why Heidelberg Bread is Different
(12:05) - Stores
(12:50) - Varieties
(14:05) - Move to Current Location
(14:50) - Adding Automation
(15:50) - Plans For the Future
(17:20) - Sweet Spot of Growth
(18:20) - How Consumer Thoughts Are Changing
(19:50) - Supporting the Community & Giving Back
(22:05) - Fundraising
(23:50) - Subtle Differences in Varieties
(25:20) - Rapid Fire Questions Start
(30:50) - Connecting with Lynzee & Heidelberg

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Lynzee & Heidelberg Links:
Website: https://heidelbergbread.com/
Heidelberg FB: https://www.facebook.com/heidelberggroupinc/
Heidelberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/heidelberg_bread/
Lynzee IG: https://www.instagram.com/lynzeebissell


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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com/
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW

Episode 118 - Continuing with a new format, combining our Weekly Recap & Weekend Buzz segments into a single episode again this week.

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Recap Shoutouts:
• Valentino's Banquet Hall (https://www.facebook.com/valentinosbanquets)
• Nola's (Clinton) (https://www.facebook.com/Nolasinclinton)
• First Fridays (Clinton)
• Brimfield Farm Winery (https://www.facebook.com/BrimfieldFarmWinery)
• Iconic Utica (https://www.facebook.com/iconicutica)
• Baggs Square Brewing Co. (https://www.facebook.com/baggssquarebrewing)
• Amazing Gracie's Golf Tournament (https://www.facebook.com/graciesamazinggift)
• Packy's Pub (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045808968415)

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Tuesday June 11th
• What the Truck? (https://www.facebook.com/WhattheTruckUtica)

Wednesday June 12th
• Ilion Food Truck Frenzy 
• Live Music at the Brass Tack
• Enchanted Forest Water Safari Opening Day

Thursday June 13th
• Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs Thirsty Thursday
• NYS Blues Festival

Friday June 14th
• NYS Blues Festival
• Adirondack Beer & Wine Train

Saturday June 15th
• NYS Blues Festival
• Summer Moonlight Market at Frankfort Marina - 5:00 - 9:00 PM
• Summer Solstice Bonfire & Food Truck Rodeo! at Critz Farm
• Herkimer County Humane Society Chicken BBQ - 12:00 PM
• Herkimer County Fair Wine & Spirits Festival
• Abbot Farms Strawberry Festival

Sunday June 16th
• Father's Day at The Wild Animal Park
• Herkimer County Fair Wine & Spirits Festival
• Abbots Farms Strawberry Festival

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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com/
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW


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The Love Living Local Podcast is shining a spotlight on the people, places, & events that make Central NY an amazing place to live.

Episode 117 - Mixing it up this week & combining our Weekly Recap & Weekend Buzz segments into a single episode. Apologies for Kelly's mic being off!

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Friday June 7th
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Saturday June 8th
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Sunday June 9th
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Shoutouts:

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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com/
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW


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The Love Living Local Podcast is shining a spotlight on the people, places, & events that make Central NY an amazing place to live.

Episode 116: On this week's Hey Neighbor we're joined by Andrew Weimer, financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual.

Show Notes:
(0:00) - Show Intro
(0:40) - Andrew's Background
(1:50) - Passion For Service
(2:45) - Family Time
(3:30) - Coaching Your Kids
(4:30) - Team Sports & Making Memories
(5:20) - Talent in Baseball
(6:30) - Lessons That Translate to Business
(8:15) - Teamwork & Collaboration
(10:00) - What Andy Looks For in His Team
(12:00) - Sports & Competitiveness in Life
(13:10) - Advice For Kids
(15:00) - Realizing Baseball Career Was Over
(17:30) - Relationship with a Baseball Player
(18:30) - Getting Into Finance
(19:40) - Involvement in Other Things
(21:45) - Real Estate Ventures
(25:25) - Most Appearances at LeMoyne
(26:30) - Mentality of a Relief Pitcher
(29:30) - Rapid Fire Questions Start
(35:15) - How Andy Wants to Be Remembered
(36:10) - Connecting with Andy



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Andrew's Links:
Website: https://www.andrewweimer.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewweimer/


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Love Living Local Links:
Podcast Email - [email protected]
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lovelivinglocal315
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315/
Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1
Essential F-Words Website -  https://www.essentialfwords.com/
Essential F-Words Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Essential-F-Words-Teens-Things-Graduation/dp/B0BW2MGVJW