First Friday Art Walks: A walking tour in downtown Binghamton highlighting about 45 galleries, open studios of artists and artisans, art exhibits and sales, restaurants and shops. Held from 6:00
—9:00pm on the first Friday of each month. Sponsored by Gorgeous Washington Street Association.
Wondering how you can get local farm products throughout the winter? Visit the Otsiningo Winter Farmers Market held at the METRO CENTER in Downtown Binghamton on Washington and Court Street THIS FRIDAY for a special FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Parking is FREE in the Metro Center lot and open to all market customers! Farmers markets will continue through April on Saturdays and First Fridays. See below for a complete schedule.
Find honey, maple syrup, pasta, dried beans, sunflower oil, greens, wool products, soaps, fresh baked bread, grass fed beef and pork, chicken, eggs, cheese, dried herbs, plants, and more! All products are made by the vendor or obtained from a local, NYS farm.
First Friday Markets will also feature an art guest and sell fabulous New York State products from 5pm – 8pm. The markets are sponsored by the Otsiningo Farmers Market Association and City of Binghamton Economic Development Office with support from Volunteers Improving Neighborhood Environments (VINES).
“She’s MAD for him…he’s CRAZY about her…but INSANE jealousy and a brother’s DERANGED political ambitions thicken the plot!” Join Maestro John Mario Di Costanzo and members of the cast of Tri-Cities Opera’s upcoming production of Donizetti’s “Lucia di Lammermoor” for a fun-filled tour through all the suspense, intrigue and romance of a plot that’s part John le Carré, part Jane Austen! Enjoy an up-close and personal preview of the show as cast members perform excerpts and talk about themselves and their upcoming roles. Cabaret-style seating and atmosphere. Wine and food available. Doors open at 7:00PM.
Tri-Cities Opera Center
315 Clinton St., Binghamton, NY
Regular Admission: $16.00 / Seniors: $13.00 / Season Subscribers: $10.00 / Students & Children: $7.00
The Forum Theatre
236 Washington St., Binghamton, NY
“She’s MAD for him…he’s CRAZY about her…but INSANE jealousy and a brother’s DERANGED political ambitions thicken the plot!” Tri-Cities Opera’s second mainstage opera of the 2011-2012 Season is Donizetti's “Lucia di Lammermoor”. Be sure to catch the operatic madness, murder and mayhem on Friday, Feb. 10th at 8:00PM, and Sunday, Feb. 12th at 3:00PM, at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton, NY.
Are you looking for a great way to promote your business, gain a competitive edge, and explore new business opportunities?
Attend the New Frontiers Business Development Conference & Expo at the Binghamton Riverwalk Hotel on Saturday, February 25th, 2012, 10 am! This event will feature useful workshops as well as a diverse business expo.
Working with the Government:
Roxanne Mutchler - Government Contracting Coordinator, NYSSBDC Procurement Assistance Center 10:45 am to 11:45 am
The Professional Business Owner: Dr. James H. Pogue – The College Doctor, President 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm
Effective Start-Up Solutions:
Anthony Williams, The Trifecta Group, Co-Partner 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Financing Your Business: Omar Sanders, City of Binghamton Office of Economic Development
William Bill Ritter – District Director – Upstate NY Districts 217, 248 and 296, SCORE 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm
Panel Discussion: 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Workshop Registration, only $25.00
Be a Vendor, only $75.00
The Retired Professional Fire Fighters Cancer Fund will be hosting a Pre Parade Party on March 2nd, from 5: 00 P.M. to 10:00pm at the Holiday Inn (2 Hawley Street). Admission is $25 and all proceeds to benefit cancer research.
Entertainment will include:
·The Philadelphia Police & Fire Pipes & Drums Band
·The Edward P. Maloney Memorial Pipe Band
·Donal O'Shaughnessy
·The Carle School of Irish Dance
·Officer Bill Grace
To purchase tickets in advance, send name, address and check to (tickets will be mailed):
The Retired Professional Fire Fighters Cancer Fund
