by Chris Clemens On October 21, 2012 the Blessed Marianne Cope Shrine and Museum in Syracuse was forced to change their name. On that day, along with the Blessed Kateri Tekikwitha of Fonda, New York (and a few others from around the world), Marianne Cope was officially canonized by Pope Benedict XVI. The declaration by […]
by Chris Clemens First established in 1981, the Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca, New York boasts 150 acres of woodland explorations. For those seeking a learning experience within a nature-based classroom, the center provides both educational and recreational ways to engage with the outdoors. Plus, they have a six-story treehouse! History Set back from Taughannock […]
by Chris Clemens Though cobblestone buildings do exist in other parts of the country, you’ll find over 80% of them within a 75 mile radius of Rochester, New York. These unique structures are just one of the things that make the region so uniquely beautiful. Constructed with smooth, rounded stones found throughout the area, cobblestone […]
by Chris Clemens Friend: “Whatcha up to this weekend?” Me: “I’m going to Cuba on Saturday, actually. Friend: “That’s awesome!! Get the trip in before Trump cancels your authorization to visit.” After clearing up the confusion that there is a town in Allegany County by the name of Cuba, she asked what there was to […]
by Chris Clemens Cities all across the state have really wonderful collections of public art. Often times, art fanatics will travel to certain places just to view those pieces. Everything from “unofficial” spots with a rotating exhibit of non-sanctioned graffiti, to high-end, very costly installations that brighten the landscape for passersby. Sometimes the purpose is […]
