(607NewsNow) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these top picks for fun activities in the area:
“Hello, Dolly!” at the Cortland Repertory Theatre:
For the first time on the CRT stage, this beloved Broadway classic overflows with charm, humor, and unforgettable songs. Running now through June 13th, this musical showcases some of the most iconic songs in theatre history, including “Before the Parade Passes By”, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, and that joyful title tune. For more information on how to get tickets, visit the CRT website here.
Homer Fishing Derby:
This Saturday, June 7th from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., test your skills at the Homer Fishing Derby at Dundee Park. The event is free and fun with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in various age classes and everyone gets a prize. The Cortland County Sports Federation will provide snacks and drinks. For more information, contact Mike Thayer, Club President of Cortland Field Archers, at (607) 372-1023.
34th Annual Cortland County Water Festival:
The 34th Annual Cortland County Water Festival will be held Saturday, June 7th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Cortland Water Works on Broadway Street in Cortland. The event will feature an assortment of educational, water-related activities and displays, including horse drawn tours of the Waterworks. Kids can also play games, get their faces painted, blow bubbles, join the duck races, and play the Water Wizard Game. For more information, visit Experience Cortland here.
World Ocean Day at the Museum of the Earth:
From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. this Sunday, June 8th, help the Museum of the Earth celebrate the opening of their new exhibit “Marvelous Mollusks: the Secret World of Shells,” which explores the amazing world of snails, clams, cephalopods, and their kin. World Ocean Day catalyzes collective action for a healthy ocean and a stable climate. For more information, visit the Museum of the Earth website here.
Saint Anthony’s Festival in Cortland:
On Saturday, June 7th and Sunday, June 8th, celebrate one of Cortland’s most beloved traditions with the Saint Anthony’s Festival. Enjoy fireworks that light up the night sky, a lively parade full of hometown pride, and nonstop music to keep the celebration going. Games, rides, activities, and delicious Italian treats of all kinds means there will be something to satisfy everyone. For more information, visit the festival’s website here.