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

There are a lot of ways you can take mom out and show her your appreciation.  You could take her to brunch, you can take her shopping, or you can pick a great event the entire family can enjoy.  Here are some event ideas for this weekend to help your family celebrate Mother's Day.
1. Last weekend the Hamilton Village Farmer's Market opened for the season and this weekend the good people of Cazenovia get the ball rolling on their summer farmers market.  The Hamilton market is open from 8-1 on the village green.  The Cazenovia market can be shopped at from 9-5 in Cannon Park.
2. The Colgate Bookstore in Hamilton will host the "Meanest Mother"  It is geared towards kids 3-7 and you will hear from them about how mean their mom is.  Then everyone will make presents to give to mom on Sunday.
3. The Earlville Opera House will host Voices of Tabernacle/Blue Parsley Boys – Choral & A Cappella . The Voices of Tabernacle will sing a CHORAL POTPOURRI: with country....blues......jazz and pop!” This mixed chorus has 42 singers led by Anita Humer. Special guests on the program will be the Blue Parsley Boys. Their harmonies are rich and sonorous. A cappella selections will include folk songs, religious anthems and spirituals, barbershop tunes, doo-wop and old standards. $12, $10 members, $7 student.
4. How about a good old fashioned chicken BBQ?  The United Methodist Church of Canastota is hosting a chicken barbeque on Saturday May 8th, 2010 from 11am until sold-out. The church is located at 144 Center St in Canastota. Part of the proceeds from this event will be donated to a United Methodist Mission team which is scheduled to depart for Haiti in late May. The menu includes a half chicken, salt potatoes, cole slaw, roll with butter, beverage and dessert. Donation is $8 for adult, $3.50 for kids 5-11. Take outs are available and the church is handicap accessible.