By George Rossi

In another life, I created a character called “Little Georgie”. A public persona to function as a suit… one that could be removed when going home to your private life.

I put that suit in mothballs in 1998, and when returning back to Skaneateles / Syracuse, I decided to pull the old suit out of the closet for one more try, just to see if I could still fit in it, and maybe to explore the possibility of wearing it as a career again in 2008.

In all honesty, I could, but after 10 years, it was a little tight around the middle, metaphorically speaking.

Going through the amount of work and financial resources to have that personal experiment was quite illuminating. It helped me to clarify what I wanted to do for the rest of my life, or better put, what I didn’t want to do. Juggling all those balls just isn’t intellectually, artistically, and more importantly, spiritually compelling enough to assume the role of “Ring Master” for me anymore. More than anything, it became painfully apparent that it was time for a third act. The “Little Georgie” Suit went back into mothballs, and probably for good this time.

Excerpt from Syracuse.com / The Post-Standard

I have vivid memories of September 11, 2001. As a third grader, I understood very little about the details of the situation, but I certainly knew enough to be afraid and saddened by the events. The losses were devastating, and to this day I grieve for the victims and their families.

However, we now find ourselves almost nine years into a war whose benefits remain questionable to me. The War in Afghanistan began when the United States stepped in to protect its citizens, to combat terrorism, and to capture bin Laden.

Read entire article here.

By: Dr. Rob Kiltz

Skaneateles resident, motivational speaker, and artist, Dr. Rob Kiltz has created a new Facebook fan page to allow people to keep up to date with his latest productions and events. You can click the badge below to visit.

Dr. Rob Kiltz

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By Laura Briel

The Skaneateles High School drama department presents Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, adapted for the stage by Jon Jory.

When: March 4 (Thursday), March 5 (Friday),
and March 6 (Saturday) at 7:30 pm
Where: in the Skaneateles High School Auditorium
Cost: $7 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens

For reservations call 291-2296
(all seats are general admission)

By: Laura Brazak

I am a woman of a “certain age”. I’m pushing 50 but feeling pretty good. Getting to a point in my life where I can really start working on my “self”, my career, my relationships and my house. I joined a gym last year, I’m in a relationship with an actual “nice guy”, getting excited about my city-we even have a woman mayor! I can finally afford to buy some expensive products for my skin and hair, can afford to shop for a new bag now and then (not COACH…yet!), was looking forward to working on my house and yard, maybe finally paint the kitchen after living here for 8 years.

By: Editor

This is a photo showing Skaneateles resident and postive thinker, Dr. Rob Kiltz, in his “world.” That is to say, he’s in his beloved ceramics studio in Skaneateles.  Dr. Rob writes and video tapes a daily intention each weekday. Read it, or watch Dr. Rob read it, at http://robertkiltz.com.

Learn more about Dr. Rob here.

By Laura Brazak

I am almost 47 years old and have lived in Syracuse for approximately 20 years but today was my first time seeing my County Legislature in action. I guess my days of allowing my government to decide my fate are over. Thanks to the spectre of hydrofracking, I am now more than ever, a fully functioning member of society who takes my civic responsibilities seriously. And it only took me being scared out of my wits to get involved.

By: George Rossi

Boring as it may seem, Modern Fracking technology probably isn’t as evil as some may think, nor as safe as others may want to lead you to believe…and it probably falls somewhere in the middle.

That said, there are major red flags associated with the process and methods, the industry, and the legislative agendas that remove oversight attached to that industry, that have caused me to take a more pro-active stance… because very few people in our area even know this is coming, let alone have access to enough information to make an informed judgment about the issue of Hydrofracking in watersheds that service a high density population.

By Rita Trenti, Creekside Books & Coffee

March “Live Music” Line-Up

Friday and Saturday “Live at Creekside” 7:30-9:30 PM

Coffeehouse is open until 11:00 PM on “Live” Nights

Thursday “Live at Creekside” 7:00-8:30 PM

Thursday, March 4th — Doolittle & Bone ““ There were here for “WinterFest” and are back by for another great night of music!

Friday, March 5th — Dave “Marchiano” Ball. Celebrate Art & Music during First Friday!

March 6th — Joanne Perry & Unstoppable Gentlemen- New songs and covers for an unstoppable night of music!

Thursday, March 11th — Kelly McDonald & Jared Mulcahy – from elementary school through high school, they have won awards and the hearts of the community!

Friday, March 12th — Jane Murlin- Back by popular demand for a second show!

Saturday, March 13th — Jon Peterson’s Song Writers Night- Jon always brings musicians with thought-provoking lyrics!

Sunday, March 14th — Loren Barrigar & Dan Bliss. Special night at Coffeehouse with Loren and good friend, Dan Bliss, who is back in town for one night!

Thursday, March 18th “Open Mic Night” Hosted by Joanne Perry ““- Come listed to new music by up and coming musicians!

Friday, March 19th “The Barrigar Brothers”- Join us for one of the best nights every month at “Live at Creekside!”

Saturday, March 20th “The Collective“ There is a lot of talent at our high school. Come see why!

Thursday, March 25th — Domicolo Barlow Band First time at “Live” and they promise to entertain as well as play music we all want to hear!

Friday, March 26th — Sarah Horner & Greg Carroll. Beautiful voice and expert guitar play means a great night at “Live!”

Saturday, March 27 — Sloppy Joes Rock the Coffeehouse with Syracuse Band!

Note: March 14 & 19 “Live” $8 per person, $15 for two

By Bijou Salon

Kim Baker, Bijou Salon

At Bijou we are always thinking of new ways to make life easier for everyone! I base a lot of my decisions on what is difficult for me when I do things outside of Bijou. Like for instance, I really hate that I never remember to book an appointment during the day when I am working…which happens to be the hours of the places I am trying to book an appointment. I will think about it early in the morning, before they open, then I go to work, work all day..Get out of work, worry about dinner and all that other stuff. THEN at 10pm…I’m slapping my forehead because, once again..I FORGOT to call to make an appointment. Seriously if I could book an online appointment for my automobile service garage, I would never have to be late again on an oil change. AS a matter of fact, the first garage that implements that…they have my business!