Carthage Area Chamber of Commerce

Carthage Area Chamber of Commerce Charts a Busy Course for the Year Ahead

• The Carthage Area Chamber of Commerce has released the dates of upcoming events in hopes that residents and visitors can plan to participate in these activities.
• Citizen of the Year/Spring Dinner, April 17, 2002 at the Elks Club. The Citizen of the Year, Mrs. Maria Roche, will be recognized at a dinner in her honor at the Elks Club in Carthage.
• Trash and Treasure Days, June 1, 2002, is your opportunity to clear out your garage, closets and attic. Have a yard or garage sale or go shopping at your neighbor's sale.
• Farmer's Market kicks off on June 7, 2002 at Turning Point Park.
• The circus is coming to town on July 12, 2002. Back by popular demand, the Kelly Miller Circus will have two shows at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Carthage park.
• Fireworks will light up the sky above the Black River at Turning Point park on July 13.
• Celebrate Autumn Glory with Oktoberfest events on September 27, 28, and 29, 2002 This area-wide event is sure to be a great way to enjoy autumn's bounty.
• The Business Awards Dinner on October 17 is the Chamber's way of saying thank you and congratulations to area businesses that go above and beyond.
• Santa Claus will make an appearance at the Holiday Parade on November 16, 2002.
• The Memory Tree will be lit on December 19, 2002.
• Who will be the New Year's Baby for 2003? The earliest arrival at the Carthage Area Hospital will receive a memorable welcome.
• Winterfest 2003, February 7, 8, and 9 2003 starts with a parade on Friday, continues with a Festival on Saturday and concludes with Races on Sunday.
• Mark your calendar
• Spread the word!

Contact the Chamber if you have questions about any of these events.

Address: 313 State Street, 2nd Floor, Carthage NY 13619

Telephone: 315 493 3590

email: carthage@gisco.net

The Chamber Web Site is packed with information: www.carthageny.com

submitted by:

Rick Novy

President

Carthage Area Chamber of Commerce