Contributed by Dr. Robert Kiltz / CNY Fertility, CNY Healing Arts, MindBodySmile

Dr Kiltz wants to welcome everyone to view the Food for Thought TV series on WCNY (channel 12) this Friday at 12:30 PM and again at 10PM. He invites you to join in the upcoming segment with Chris Xavier and George Kilpatrick.

On Food for Thought this July 4th Dr. Robert Kiltz, A.K.A. Dr. Rob, talks about how the art of cooking and the positive intentions of the day can be a growth and uplifting event for us all. On the TV show he describes how he takes 15-30 minutes first thing each morning to create the day with a positive intention and attitude. By aligning ourselves with those positive thoughts and ideas for the day, we are more likely to see a brighter and fulfilling day. Dr. Rob invites all of us to create a similar environment which would be an uplifting and positive experience. This allows us to create our positive day and remember that each of us has a choice of focusing on a positive or negative attitude.

Dr. Rob also discusses, on Food for Thought, how a response can be positive and reflective or it can be reactive and negative. So for each day we should focus and work on creating our beautiful environment. Remember, it only takes a few moments to focus on the positive and see the beauty of life. Besides rambling on about the brain and positive thinking, Dr. Rob also spent some time cooking up a great recipe with grilled salmon, a fantastic Caesar salad and sautéed asparagus. So remember to enjoy the day and enjoy the food of life!

Don’t forget to tune in to Food for Thought on WCNY TV (channel 12) Friday July 4th at 12:30PM or, if you’re busy with a family barbecue watch the repeat airing later in the evening while you are relaxing from the day’s events at 10PM.

Click here to see the recipe Dr. Rob cooked, or even try it yourself.

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Contributed by Anyela’s Vineyards

John Spillett Jazz Duo with pianist Andrew Carrol will entertain the crowd this week-end at Anyela’s Vineyards.

Details:
Saturday, July 5th 5PM - 8PM
Anyela’s Vineyards, Skaneateles, NY

For more information:

JohnSpillett.com
anyelasvineyards.com
Or call 315-488-8899

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Contributed by Laura Ponticello

Dear Friends,

Amelia Earhart said “No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed. A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. The greatest work that kindness does to others is that it makes them kind themselves.”

My heart was incredibly moved by this community’s gift of giving at the Summer Book Lover’s Party hosted by Laura’s List: Books for Women at Creekside Books & Coffee. Over 135 women and couples stood shoulder to shoulder, as Dr. Barbara Connor and Akuot Leek, a Lost Girl of Sudan inspired the audience with their personal experiences in the Sudan.

Leek’s brother is John Bul Dau, author of “God Grew Tired of Us”and a survivor of unsurmountable odds. During the civil strife in Duk Payuel, Sudan, Leek’s village was burnt to the ground, children abducted, and those that survived were forced to walk thousands of miles through alligator infested waters to find shelter in refugee camps. Leek now attends college in Central New York and serves as inspiration for women of all ages- that a resilient spirit can’t be broken.

As a result of this evening, funds were raised to help support the Duk Lost Boys Clinic. Together, we made a difference and for that I have tremendous gratitude.

The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation tells us that health benefits exist when one performs an act of kindness to include:

- The health benefits and sense of well-being return for hours or even days whenever the helping act is remembered.

- An increased sense of self-worth, greater happiness, and optimism, as well as a decrease in feelings of helplessness and depression, is achieved.

Laura Ponticello,
Laura’s List: Books for Women

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Contributed by Holly Knott / Skaneateles Artisans

Artist Opening and Anniversary Party:

Skaneateles Artisans, 11 Fennell St., Skaneateles. First Friday, July 4th, 6:00 – 9:00pm.

Skaneateles Artisans is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibit featuring artists Carol Adamec (sculpture), Cheri Haring (pottery) and Barbara Schramm (traditional and trompe l’oeil painting). Music by Peterson and Dennihy, Alternative Folk. Refreshments will be served to also celebrate our 1st birthday. Through July 31. The gallery offers off-street parking and accepts major credit cards. Visit their website at www.skaneatelesartisans.com. For more information, call 315-685-8580.

Nourish your spirit, foster the arts, and increase your knowledge of the process of creating art.

Drive and or walk to the unique shops, restaurants and lodging facilities in Skaneateles to meet artists who create visual or performing art. View their work and enjoy entertainment and refreshments.

Look for merchants displaying a blue ribbon. Inside find an artist to speak with, while enjoying the commerce of the establishment.

Artist’s Bios: read more

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Contributed by The Greener Bean Organic Farmer’s Market

The Greener Bean

Central New York’s premier Organic Farmers’ Market

Saturday’s 8am till noon June 14, 2008 through mid-October harvest dependant

Parking lot of the P&C Grocery store at 40 Fennell Street, Skaneateles.

New Produce Every Week:

Week One: Saturday June 14, 2008

Vendors opening the venue included Harvest Home Organics and Black Brook Farms www.blackbrookfarms.com. While the vendors supplied a wide array of produce, the weather was slightly less than companionable with a mix of mist and light showers. Joining our vendors were representatives of St. James Episcopalian Church’s Ecoministries – selling their enviro-friendly shopping bags for $2.00 a piece.

Week Two: Saturday June 21, 2008

The produce was popping, the weather was behaving and an armful of foot-traffic walked our way. The word is out and people are discovering this additional bounty in our community.

We welcomed Natalie and Roxanne of Wild Hare Farm, who will be temporarily selling with Harvest Home Organics.

We support the Thursday 3:30-6:30pm Farmers’ Market at the Skaneateles Community Center!

Week Three: Saturday June 28, 2008

New vendors are coming! We welcome Ursula Rutledge of Slow-To Go Organic Foods

www.slowto-go.com , who will be selling Seasonal Local Organic Whole and Prepared Whole Foods. This is it: Your Alternative To Fast Food -Soups -Salads -Sandwiches -Artisan Bread -Pastry –Desserts. They specialize in: Vegetarian, Vegan, Enlightened Omnivore, and Organic.

We also welcome Heamore Farms - Shannon will join us later while Black Brook Farms helps to sell their beautiful Gouda, Dunlap curd cheese, and fantastic yogurt called Labneh. I have sampled them and am hooked!

Skaneateles. . .the cleaner lake to grow The Greener Bean !

The Greener Bean would like to recognize and thank Misty Schwab for our amazing logo,

THANKS.

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Contributed by Claire Affleck / Claire Affleck Training

Claire Affleck Training will be hosting a Horse Camp the week of July 14th-18th, 9am-3pm. The camp is open to all children ages 7 & up. We encourage both beginners and more experienced riders to join us.

Besides working on riding skills, students will learn proper horsemanship which includes the daily care of the horse, basic vet care, feeding, cleaning, and will be able to watch a demonstration given by a horse shoer.

We not only focus on horse skills, our hope is also that children gain life skills such as self confidence, self esteem, leadership skills, and positive communication.

For more information please contact Claire Affleck at 315.317.2608, affleck03@sbc.edu , or www.claireafflecktraining.com.

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Contributed by Joe Strodel / Skaneateles Area Arts Council

Skaneateles Area Arts Council’s free concert “Sinatra’s Faves” which is on Saturday, July 5th at 7PM in the gazebo at Clift Park, next to the Pier, in Skaneateles NY. The concert features the Mario DeSantis Orchestra with three leading CNY vocalists: Ronnie Leigh, Maria DeSantis, and Keith Congdon.

People are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs. It promises to be an evening of relaxation and beautiful sounds, come join us!

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Contributed by Erika Davis / Creekside Books & Coffee

Creekside Books & Coffee, an independent bookstore and coffeehouse in Skaneateles, welcomes author Rachel Guido DeVries on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at 7PM who will be discussing her currently penned book for children entitled: Teeny Tiny Tino’s Fishing Story.

About The Author:
Rachel is a Southern-Italian American, and a much-published poet, children’s book author, and novelist. She grew up near Paterson, NJ, and has lived in central New York since 1970.

Her first picture book for young readers, Teeny Tiny Tino’s Fishing Story, is forthcoming from Bordighera Books. She taught creative writing through the Humanistic Studies Center of
Syracuse University from 1985 to 2003, where she was awarded Teacher of the Year in 1993, and where she directed the Young Writers’ Workshop in Syracuse University’s Summer Program for Youth from 2000 to 2003.

A recent collection of poems, the Brother Inside Me, was published in 2007 by Guernica Books. read more

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Contributed by Niles Gourmet

If you’re looking for something to do after your big shebang on Independence Day, stop over to Niles Gourmet. Let us handle the food, the entertainment and the ambiance.

Sunday, July 6th from 2-4PM we will hold Blues on the Deck featuring the music of Chris Farrar and cooking up Buffalo and Ostrich on the BBQ. Come join us for a relaxing and enjoyable end to your holiday week-end.

Visit our website or call us at 315.784.5015 for directions.

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Contributed by Paul Torrisi / Skaneateles Country Club

If anyone can offer a couple of hours over the July 4th weekend it would be greatly appreciated. The 70th Anniversary Lightning Regatta should be an amazing event but we need a huge number of volunteers to pull it off.

We are expecting over 500 People and 150 sailboats and we need help:

Details:
70th Anniversary Lightning Sailing Regatta (read more on the website)

Location:
Skaneateles Country Club

When:
Friday July 4th – Sunday July 6th 2008

What:
2 Hour volunteer shifts
Fri: 8AM – 10PM
Sat: 6AM – 10PM
Sun: 6AM – 4PM

** Please call Paul Torrisi at 415-9017 or email at paul_torrisi@ml.com if you would like to help, or if you know somebody who would like to get involved.

Thanks to all for your support!

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