Good Luck to the Boilermaker Runners this Weekend: Edition #13

Edition 13 - July 8 to July 15

After a rough couple of weeks, it’s time to celebrate the community and start to heal. This week, check out Mumson’s art festival or see a national act at Levitt AMP on Monday. Or join thousands at the Boilermaker and cheer local runners before enjoying Saranac’s new brew at the after-party. 

Art Mucitelli

Good luck to all the Boilermaker runners this weekend!

It’s that time of year again. For those racing, it’s time to strap on those runners and hit the Utica streets. For spectators, it’s time to find your place along the route and cheer your runner or team on. 

Did you know the Boilermaker isn’t just about a race? While several races bring many people from around the world to Utica, its goal is community pride. Over the race’s 40+ years, it’s grown into an event for everyone. From the health and wellness expo to the Varick St. after-party, it’s definitely time to check out this good time.

The MVHS Health and Wellness Expo is at MVCC on July 11 and 12. You’ll find a variety of Boilermaker merchandise and exhibits with something for everyone. The afterparty is from 8 to noon on the 13th at FX Matt Brewery. Try Saranac’s new Weekend Warrior beer, enjoy other refreshments, and live music.

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Events happening this week in the 315!

Wednesday 7/9
Car Cruise-In | Two Cousins Pinball, Marcy | 5:00 PM More…
Ready for some old-school fun? Check out the pinball gallery, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy the music while checking out the cars.

Curtains Up & Bases Loaded | Donovan Stadium at Murnane Field | 6:45 PM More…
Two Utica classics combined—Baseball and Broadway. The Stanley is teaming up with the Blue Sox for a Broadway-themed night with games, a T-shirt toss, and more.

Thursday 7/10
Dino Nights at the Utica Zoo with Isaac French | Utica Zoo | 5:00 PM More…
Walk among the dinos while enjoying food, beverages, and music. The Utica Zoo is open after hours for this fun family experience.

Goat Yoga| Fort Rickey Discovery Zoo | 5:30 PM More…
Do downward dog with a goat brought to you by Full Lotus Yoga. All levels of yogis are welcome.

In Motion: Art Exhibit Opening Reception | Rome Arts & Community Center | 6:00 PM More…
Experience the beauty of motion at the “In Motion” opening reception. Explore various pieces by artists of different talents and calibers.

Thursday Trivia | Woodland Farm Brewery | 6:30 PM More…
Check out great jokes, world-class trivia, and some of the best brews in the area hosted by Chris.

Friday 7/11
Paint the Path | Mohawk Valley Center for the Arts | 3:00 PM More…
Join a collaborative experience and help paint the town with a sidewalk mural outside MVCA.

Village Art Walk | 30 Broad St. Hamilton | 5:00 PM More…
See local art as you stroll through the beautiful village of Hamilton. Grab a bite and support local businesses while viewing art pop-ups and more.

Sip & Sparkle Permanent Jewelry Pop Up | Villa Verona Vineyard & Bistro | 6:00 PM More…
What’s better than a girl’s night? A girl’s night with jewelry and wine tasting at one of the premier vineyards.

Run and Laugh | Uptown Theater for Creative Arts | 7:00 PM More…
Running and comedy, that’s what Tommy McClellan-Willard has in store to kick off Boilermaker weekend. Participate in the 3-mile run, then a comedy show afterward.

Pizza & Pasta Festival | Syracuse Inner Harbor | 7/11 - 7/12 More…
What better way to support the Upstate Foundation and Galisano’s Children's Hospital than 20 food trucks, music, and craft beer, focused on Italian-American cuisine?

Saturday 7/12
Munson Car Show | 310 Genesse St., Utica | 9:00 AM More…
Kick off Munson’s Art Festival with its annual car show. View two shows, one open to public participants, the other an invite-only show of personal luxury car collections.

Connor's Way Golf Benefit | The Pines, Utica | 10:00 AM More…
Like golf? How about golf while helping high school graduates and students who want to attend med school with the Connor’s Way scholarship? 

Christmas in July | Utica Zoo | 11:00 AM More…
Celebrate Christmas in July with the dinosaurs at the Utica Zoo. Visit the decorated event center with games and holiday-themed activities.

Spaghetti Dinner | Cedarville VFD | 4:00 PM More…
Help support one of the Mohawk Valley’s volunteer fire departments. Full spaghetti dinner and purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win.

Fireflies at Night Paint & Sip | E98 Art Studio & Gallery | 6:00 PM More…
Enjoy a 21+ event with pro instructors. Relax with a BYOB drink and create something nice with friends. It looks like an amazing time.

Munson Art Festival | 310 Genesse St., Utica | 7/12 - 7/20 More…
Get ready for a Utica tradition. Enjoy art and events at Munson with its week-long art festival. 

Sunday 7/13
STFU Yoga | Copper City Fitness | 9:00 AM More…
Dust off your yoga mat and try this “fitness-infused” yoga class and burn some calories while strengthening your body.

Tarot on Tap | Copper City Brewing Co. | 1:00 PM More…
Get a tarot reading while enjoying one of Copper City’s local brews.

Oneida County Restaurant Week | Various Locations | 7/13 - 7/24 More…
This week kicks off Restaurant Week. These multi-location events highlight local food, flavors, culture, and the people who cook it for us.

Monday 7/14
Out of this World Space Art Camp | Kirkland Arts Center | 10:00 AM More…
Let your kids take off with the KAC’s space-themed art camp. They’ll learn about the solar system and paint their own with one of the center's instructors.

Kids Aerial Summer Camp | In Bloom Yoga | 1:00 PM More…
Teach your kids health and wellness with this fun aerial yoga camp. They’ll enjoy healthy treats, crafts, and more.

Tuesday 7/15
Under the Sea Paint & Sip | Woodland Farm Brewery | 6:00 PM More…
Bring a friend and enjoy. The fee includes materials and the first drink.

Local Food Trucks and Events
#SYRFoodTrucks Takeover | CNY Regional Market, Syracuse | 4:00 PM 7/10
Food Truck Frenzy | Walmart, Oneida | 4:00 PM | 7/11
The Mac-N-Cheese Fest | Clinton Square, Syracuse | 3:00 PM | 7/12 
Monday Food Trucks: Mandy's | Foothill Hops Farm Brewery | 4:00 PM | 7/14
Oneida Health What the Truck | 215 Leland Ave, Utica | 4:00 PM | 7/15

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Good news this week in the 315

Mohawk Valley victim organizations will receive close to $4 million in funding. Hochul’s office announced $379.5 million in funding to be spread across the state. The funding will help organizations, hospitals, and agencies provide services to victims of crimes such as counseling, emergency shelter, legal assistance, and more. 

The Cornhill Empowerment Center is running a STEM class for local youths from 8 to 15. The classes are designed to help teach Cornhill kids skills to pursue further education in the STEM fields. The program runs from July 7 to August 14.

A Clinton youth hockey player was recently diagnosed with leukemia and could use the community’s help. Gavin Mosher, a Clinton Comet’s 16u hockey player, is going through inpatient treatments at Galisano in Syracuse. The link to his GoFundMe is here to help. Any time there is a child in need, please contact us to help get the word out. 

Plan your commute accordingly. Here’s a list of road work in the area.

Live music happening in the 315 this week

Wednesday 7/9
🎸Reyna & the Rustics | The Hamilton Inn | 5:30 PM
🎸The Shylocks Blues | 1203 Main St., Sylvan Beach | 6:00 PM
🎸2 Minutes 2 Midnight | Village Green, Whitesboro | 6:00 PM
🎸Cait Devin | 3 Bastards Brewing | 5:45 PM
🎸Get Zep | 3 Bastards Brewing, Vernon | 6:00 PM
🎸The Pomeranians | Oneida Library | 6:00 PM
🎸Tammy Sue & the Misfits | The Cleveland Gazebo | 6:00 PM
🎸Open Mic Night | Remsen Performing & Visual Arts Center | 6:30 PM
🎸MVBS Monthly Jam w/the Blue Jays | Piggy Pat's Smoke & Ale House | 7:00 PM
🎸Travis Rocco | The Lanterns | 7:00 PM

Thursday 7/10
🎸Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds | Village Green, Hamilton | 5:00 PM
🎸Tuesday Night Big Band | Paris Hill Barn | 5:30 PM
🎸Nervous Rex | The Celtic Harp | 5:30 PM
🎸Shawn Smith | Babe's at Harbor Point | 6:00 PM
🎸Showtime | The Beeches Manor | 6:00 PM
🎸Burt Domachowske | The Cleveland Gazebo | 6:00 PM
🎸2 Minutes 2 Midnights | Mulligans | 7:00 PM

Friday 7/11
🎸Plainfellow | Babe's at Harbor Point | 6:00 PM
🎸Sunset Vibes Summer Concert Series: Julie & Rick's Jazz Asylum | TokaBocca, New Hartford | 6:00 PM
🎸The Dovetones | Adirondack Beer & Wine Train | 6:00 PM
🎸Name Brand Covers | DeMatteo's | 6:00 PM
🎸Creed | Empower FCU Ampitheater | 7:00 PM
🎸Utica DIY Show: Cyptodira & More | The Hub Eatery | 7:00 PM
🎸Canned Heat | The Stanley | 7:30 PM
🎸Jeff Dunham | Event Center at Turning Stone | 8:00 PM
🎸Shawn Smith | One Genny | 8:30 PM
🎸Soul Injection | Turquoise Tiger, Exit 33 | 9:30 PM
🎸Country Justice | Tin Rooster, Exit 33 | 10:00 PM
🎸Breathe | The Gig, Exit 33 | 10:00 PM

Saturday 7/12
🎸Grit N' Grace | Brown's Rusty Pond, Canastota | 1:30 PM
🎸Utica Hardcore Live | 12 North Sports Bar | 6:30 PM
🎸Coel Gaelach | Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley | 7:00 PM
🎸Gridley Page | The Lakehouse, Richfield Springs | 7:00 PM
🎸Real Imposters | Piggy Pat's Smoke & Ale House | 7:00 PM
🎸Critical Path | Rock Valley Brewing | 7:00 PM
🎸Jess Novak | Earlville Opera House | 7:00 PM
🎸Ed Hildreth & John Kelsey | The Rok | 8:00 PM
🎸The Wallflowers | The Showroom at Turning Stone | 8:00 PM
🎸Drift Wood | Ray Brother's BBQ | 8:00 PM
🎸Grand Central Station | Turquoise Tiger, Exit 33 | 9:30 PM
🎸Chasing Neon | The Gig, Exit 33 | 10:00 PM
🎸Nick Hickman | Tin Rooster, Exit 33 | 10:00 PM

Sunday 7/13
🎸Showtime at the Boilermaker After Party | FX Matt Brewery | 9:00 AM
🎸Last Left: Boilermaker After Party | The Celtic Harp | 10:00 AM
🎸Jessie Elizabeth | North Shore Coffee & Tea Co. | 10:00 AM
🎸Ed Hildreth | Grow Brewing Co. | 1:00 PM
🎸Matt Grainger | Slickers, Old Forge | 1:00 PM
🎸Morris and the Hepcats | Woodland Farm Brewery | 2:00 PM
🎸Shawn Smith | 7 Hamlets Brewing | 2:00 PM
🎸BOCKNY | The Breakaway Lounge | 4:00 PM

Monday 7/14
🎸VINYLOGIC | The New Herkimer Downtown Chowdown | 4:30 PM
🎸Levitt AMP: Jessica Lyn w/Filled to the Brim | Kopernick Park, Utica | 5:30 PM
🎸Reyna and the Rustics | Rome Arts & Community Center | 6:30 PM
🎸Fritz's Polka Band | Chapman Park, Bridgeport | 6:30 PM
🎸Styx, Kevin Cronin, Don Felder | Empower FCU Ampitheater | 6:45 PM

Tuesday 7/15
🎸Stage Road | Village Green, Clinton | 7:00 PM

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