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Missing Sodus Did you have the chance to see the events at Sodus Point on Saturday? The kids and I drove out and we had great fun. Just getting back to the area was nice in itself. We, of course, had to drive through the old neighborhood. The streets seemed so much smaller, but nice. Melanie Pike had mentioned she was cleaning some things out and she wasn't kidding, either. We had to check out the new location of the Williamson Library, which I must say is just beautiful. They must be thrilled - a nice big place for many more books. It was closed, but one day soon we'll come out to see the inside as well. When we got to the baseball field in Sodus Point, nothing much was going on. Larry Moss was finished with his first act. I thought, 'Oh no, we came all this way.' I didnt want to miss all the excitement.There were large displays for the kids to do artwork on, the tricycle races, and huge blown up balloons of Simba the lion cub and a gorilla. Larry Moss began his show, which included everyone in the audience. My daughter and I were like, 'I don't want to do that,' but my son bravely went to get his three balloons and someone nicely came over with some for us. Everyone was going to take a total of l,300 blown up balloons (three for each person) and twist them into the shape of a blow fish. As the kids worked, I broke my first one. Someone was quickly there with a replacement. After everyone got done with the first two fish, you then took the third balloon and linked the fish together, then we all joined until the baseball field was full of people holding the fish chain. We were all there to be a part of history and, if possible, to be a part of The Guiness Book of World Records. Well, we all did it, we broke the record, and after it was recorded, everyone got to pop the balloons or take some home if they wanted. It sounded like the worlds largest bubble wrap being popped. Everyone picked up any broken pieces that were found on the ground and clean up was a breeze.
The next act was Harley the clown. We saw a part of his clown act and then we went off to get something to eat. We didn't want to miss his dare devil stunts. Escape artist, illusionist and stuntman, Harley Newman did some of his unbelievable escapes and other feats. He performed many stunts, like walking on a stairway of swords, lying on 4, 5-7
This weekend will have lots of fun things to do as well. The 2004 Olde Tyme Country Faire, sponsored by the Sodus Chamber of Commerce, will be held in Sodus on July 23 and 24. The weekend will start off tonight with the popular Pet Parade hosted by the CrackerBox Palace. The theme this year is 'story book characters.' Prizes awarded for pets and owners costumes in many categories. Line up at 6 p.m. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information on the parade, contact the CrackerBox Palace at 315.483.2493. A street dance featuring music from the 50s to the 90s is being sponsored by Culligan Water Conditioning as well as an Ice Cream Social and hot dogs. Saturday will have a full day of antique cars courtesy of the Sodus Fire Dept, Jason Buyck Memorial 5K race, community yard sales, and many other activities throughout the township. Over 40 vendors will be located at the WCTA parking lot of Rt 88. Chamber Checks will again be available for discounts at area merchants and the Chamber will also be conducting a raffle with terrific prizes. The Sodus Village Park will be the location for the free Decades street dance tonight. Music from the past to the present will start right after thePet Parade. Steve Bates will provide music from the 50s to the 90s to today, rock and roll, country western and everything in between.Breakfast sandwiches will be available Saturday morning and great food all day long. Wallington Fire Dept.'s famous chicken BBQ will be available to eat there or take out, or have a foot long hot dog, or pulled BBQ pork, or homemade pies. This week's movie in Sodus Point is Antz. JULY 24 & 25: Folk Art Show & Sale at L.W. Emporium, 6355 Knickerbocker Road, Ontario. Vendors set up displays of Folk Art items outside in tent. Games for the children along with prizes, popcorn and balloons. Sunday is the Ice Cream Social & Concert at the Sodus Point Lighthouse Museum, Ontario Street, Sodus Point. Fiddlers of the Genesee - 1 p.m., and at 3, Nostalgic Reunion (mellow Jazz.) Fun, Food, & Fellowship for Youth:Rock on the Ridge is a place where you can find lots of great food and door prizes, party with old friends, make new friends, and listen to terrific music. It's a new youth event at Christian Community Church in East Williamson. Rock on the Ridge on Friday, July 30, from 7-11 p.m. This event is for anyone who wants an alternative to the usual partying or staying at home watching tv.If you have any questions, e-mail rockontheridge@rochester.rr.com Visit the website at http://www.freewebs.com/rockontheridge/index.htm Christian Community Church is located at 5042 Ridge Rd., east of the 4 corners in East Williamson (on the south side of Ridge). Fun ice cream ideas from Allrecipes.com To Scream For... To make ice cream treats they'll all scream for: * Ice Cream Sandwiches. For homemade ice cream sandwiches, underbake the cookies slightly so they'll stay soft even when cold trying to bite through hard cookies with ice cream in between them is a messy proposition. Once the sandwiches are assembled, roll them in sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or other colorful little candies. * Sophisticated Sundaes. Make company-worthy sundaes by using sophisticated ice cream flavors like espresso, cheesecake, or toffee. Begin with a base of fudgy brownies or a slice of moist poundcake, and top it all off with toasted cashews or hazelnuts, fresh summer berries, or a drizzle of your favorite liqueur.
Looking for another hamburger recipe? Stuffed Bacon Cheeseburgers from the Food Network: 1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped 1 pound ground chuck Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 large hamburger buns, split Ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard, for serving Lettuce, sliced tomato, onion, and avocado, for serving Combine the jack cheese and chopped bacon in a bowl. Put the beef in another bowl and season with salt and pepper; use a rubber spatula to mix it in. Flatten 1/4 of the meat mixture in the palm of your hand. Squeeze together about a tablespoon of the cheese and bacon mixture to make a little nugget; put it in the center of the ground beef. Bring up the sides of the patty over the filling, making sure the cheese is completely covered by the meat. Flatten slightly for a nice patty shape. Set them side by side on a platter in the refrigerator while preparing the grill. Place a large grill pan on 2 burners over medium-high heat or preheat an outdoor gas or charcoal barbecue and get it very hot. Brush the grates with oil to keep the burgers from sticking. Grill the burgers for 8 minutes per side for medium. (The USDA recommends cooking ground beef until it is no longer pink and the internal temperature is 160 degrees F.) Remove the burgers to a clean side plate while you toast the buns. Rub the grill rack with more oil and place the buns cut-side down, toast for 1 minute. Serve the burgers with your favorite condiment and any garnish you like, such as lettuce, sliced tomato, onion, and/or avocado.
There are a lot of fun things to do during the summer, you might see us wandering around the festival this weekend. Have a great week and do enjoy your summer it goes so fast. A short walk after dinner, sitting on the porch with the kids sharing some good stories or going to the beach to put your toes in the sand, collecting pretty stones... anything fun and relaxing.
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