Community Press, December 2003

Tioga County Historical Society News
www.tiogahistory.org  •  110 Front Street, Owego, New York •  687-2460  

• O Tannenbaum Exhibit
Now through Jan. 10, 2004
 This holiday exhibit features holiday items created by local artists and trees decorated by area businesses and organizations. Visitors can vote for their favorite tree.

• Old Toys Exhibit
Now through  Jan. 10, 2004
 "Inside the Old Toy Box: Treasures from Everyone's Childhood" exhibition features toys and trinkets from the past. A chance to reminisce and relive fond memories.

•  Kid's Craft Workshops
December 4, 11, 18, Thurs, 4-5pm
December 13, 20, 2-3pm
 Kids (ages 5 and up) spend an hour making gifts for mom, dad, teacher, and other special folks. All craft supplies are provided, but bring family/school photos that can be cut and used as part of the craft. There is a $5 fee for each gift. Reservations are required -call 687-2460 by 4:00 pm on the preceding day.

•  Santa Visits
December 6, 13, and 20, Saturday
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
 Come visit with Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas. Photos with Santa cost $5.00 for non-members, $3.50 members.

• Museum Open House
December 6, Saturday 10am-4pm
 There will be a full day of activities during the Open House. Special events during the Open House include a Children's Story Hour from 11:00 am to 12 Noon and 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. There will be a visit from Santa from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, and a Kid's Craft Workshop from 2:00 to 3:00 pm.

•  Magic Lantern Show
December 7, Sunday, 2pm
at the Elk's Club, 223 Front St.
 A special presentation by the Magic Lantern Theatre. Costumed performers recreate this popular Victorian form of entertainment using a combination of color pictures, using antique equipment, and the content, music, and dramatic style of the 1890s. Held at the Elk's Club, 223 Front Street in Owego. $5 adults, $3 children. Free for children under 5.

• Museum & Library Hours
 The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The research library is open Tuesday through Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, and Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. 


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