Things to do, places to eat, shows to see, places to stay in Madison County, NY      

With the 1,000 dealer show just a week a away, the antique dealers have started arriving in Madison and Bouckville.  If you are headed out this weekend, you will be able to find some fabulous deals. The action kicks into high gear on Monday and builds every day until the big weekend which starts on the 14th with early buying.  We will be at the visitor center all week long so stop by and say hi.  Keep up with the comings and goings by following us on twitter too. 
Besides antiques, there is much going on in the county this weekend for you to enjoy.  Here are your best bets for this weekend:
1. ART EXHIBITION in Cazenovia-- The work of over 30 local artists will be on display from 11 AM to 4:30 PM in the East Dining Room and lobby of the historic Lincklaen House, 79 Albany St., Cazenovia. The event, organized by Cazenovia Arts, is in conjunction with the sidewalk festival and other activities planned for the day. Admission is free. We invite the "Franklin Car Trekkers" and the public to attend.


2. DeRuyter Fireman's Fair DeRuyter An action packed weekend featuring Horse & cattle Shows, Fireman's Pushball, Parade on the 9th starting at 6:30 pm, Live Music and Fireworks 10 pm August 8th.

3. Blue Highway performs at the Earlville Opera House tonight. Grammy-nominated & IBMA award-winning Bluegrass At the 15-year mark, Blue Highway is indisputably one of the most esteemed and influential groups in contemporary bluegrass. The band's eight exceptional albums and compelling live performances give proof to the stellar reviews, Grammy nominations, and numerous awards earned by the band since it first took the stage on December 31, 1994. With a deep bench of brilliant songwriters, vocalists and instrumentalists, Blue Highway's hallmark is an unwavering commitment to the ensemble, the “democracy of the band” that makes Blue Highway a powerhouse. Tickets: 315-691-3550 or www.earlvilleoperahouse.com $26, $23 members, $21 students

4. Going Nuts! Interpreting the Black Walnut-- SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Professor D. Andrew Saunders will lead a fun family program about one of New York's most beautiful and useful trees: the black walnut. Sample tasty treats and learn how to harvest these delicious nuts for yourself! 2:00PM. Free with general admission to the park.