Community Calendar

Bring the family to Sycamore Hill Gardens in Marcellus for the annual outdoor garden experience like no other!

At this self-guided event, you can stroll the lawns and paths through 40+ acres of vibrant gardens, with amazing sights and surprises around every turn. Bring a picnic lunch, find a cozy spot, and soak up the afternoon sunshine by the pond at this fun family day full of exploration and wonder around every turn.

Get Your Books Ready!

OCMH will host Silent Book Club on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Free to attend. Registration is encouraged to arrange enough seating.

Unlike your typical book club, Silent Book Club is more about the actual act of reading than the discussion of books. SBC members gather together to read in quiet(ish!) camaraderie. There's no assigned reading or discussion guides—that's the "silent" part—but we do like to share book recommendations and meet like-minded readers! Come for an hour and read without the interruptions. All readers are welcome, including e-readers!

What to expect:

● Bring your current read, a friend, or come alone!

● Grab a good seat and settle in for some silent reading for an hour.

● We’ll announce when the hour is up, and then you have a few options.

○ You can continue reading if you like, or chat with fellow attendees for half an hour about the book you're reading (and hopefully get a great book recommendation and make a new friend!).

○ Or, take off without needing to say a word. We won’t judge!

Since we’ll be reading in a public space, there may be some background buzz and chatter. Feel free to bring ear plugs or noise canceling headphones if that helps you focus! You may also want to bring a reading light.

If you have any questions, email our moderator, Emily, at estegner@oneidacommunity.org.

Silent Book Club is a global community of readers, with more than 2000 chapters in 55+ countries around the world. Members gather in libraries, bookstores, cafes, and other businesses to read in silent camaraderie.

2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. But did you know that communal utopias have existed in America for as long as the United States has existed?

In many ways the history of communal groups in the United States reflects, reacts to, or aligns with the events, trends, and rhythms of American history itself.

Step inside the world of American communes with scholar of American utopias and OCMH's Director of Museum Affairs, Thomas Guilder PhD. It’s a story 250 years in the making—secure your spot for this can't miss event!

Join FOCUS for a hybrid public forum where local leaders representing literacy education, digital skills development, and community advocacy will explore how access to strong foundational literacy, both reading and digital, affects individuals' ability to thrive in school, the workplace, and civic life, and how gaps in these skills can compound challenges across generations. Panelists will examine not only reading science and digital fluency, but also the ways these issues intersect with educational equity, workforce readiness, and full participation in an increasingly digital world. Panelists will provide an overview of the topic, share insights from direct experience working with learners and educators, and highlight evidence-based approaches and local resources that support literacy development at every stage of life. After opening remarks from our panel, the conversation moves to a moderated Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and discover ways to engage with local priorities and partnerships. This is a welcoming, respectful space for community members to learn, engage, and explore ways to be actively involved in shaping the civic life of Central New York.

Crusaders United Color Run
Saturday, May 23, 2026 @ 9am
Everest Park | 5343 North Rd., Auburn
KIDS FUN RUNBegins at 9:45am
Register by May 3 to guarantee your event t-shirt!
All proceeds benefit Tyburn Academy and the United Way of Cayuga County

Time & Location
May 30, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Oneida Community Mansion House, 170 Kenwood Ave, Oneida, NY 13421, USA

About the Event
Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with spectacular classic cars, toe-tapping live music, and a feast of flavors from our diverse food truck lineup.

Your adventure doesn't stop there! Explore everything our stunning location has to offer:

· Take a guided tour of the historic Mansion House.

· Find the perfect souvenir in our unique gift shop.

· Wander through our gorgeous gardens.
Admission for spectators is FREE! Don't miss this chance to create lasting memories on our beautiful, historic estate.

Judged Classes and Awards:

Era-Specific Classes

1. Pre-War Classics (up to 1945)

2. Post-War American Originals (1946–1963)

American Muscle & Performance (1953–2001)

3. Corvette

4. Ford Performance

5. GM Performance

6. Mopar Performance

American Stock & Non-Performance (1946–2001)

7. Ford (non-performance models)

8. General Motors (non-performance models)

9. Mopar (non-performance models)

10. American Motors & Jeep

International Vehicles (through 2001)

12. British Cars

13. Volkswagen

14. Other European

15. Japanese

Specialty Classes (through 2001)

16. Custom (extensively altered bodywork or styling)

17. Modified (performance upgrades, engine swaps, etc.)

18. Unrestored Originals

19. Motorcycles

Author Jack Henke will share an overview of his recently published book - Oneida Lake History: Facts, Fables, and Photographs - at the Oneida Community Mansion House on Tuesday, June 2, at 6:00. Henke will discuss Oneida Lake’s importance in state and local history as he highlights groups of people who took advantage of the lake’s bountiful resources. Among these groups were the Oneida Community and the employees of Oneida Limited, many of whom enjoyed the company’s recreational facilities at Lewis Point.

Henke, a graduate of Hamilton College, and Brown and Syracuse Universities, has written five books about the Oneida Lake region. The author taught history at Brookfield Central School for thirty-seven years and has served as a reference librarian at the New Hartford Public Library since his retirement from teaching in 2011.

-All registrants will receive a Zoom link within 48 hours of registration.

-All proceeds support the preservation of the Oneida Community Mansion House and its educational programs.

DisrUpstate Leadership Summit, a three-day weekend retreat, brings people together across industries, roles and regions to talk honestly about what leadership actually looks like right now.

DisrUpstate, a regional host of leadership events, is excited to announce the continuation of our DisruptHR event series with the three-day DisrUpstate Leadership Summit in Old Forge, NY.

Key Events:
Not Your Average Company Picnic: Friday, June 12, 2026 – Evening event at OUTER SPACE with live music by Part-Time Genius and leadership-focused table talks.

Disrupt North Country 2.0: Saturday, June 13, 2026 – All day conference at SPACE featuring eight speakers, Future of Small Business panel and wellness workshop.

Weekend Pass Breakfast and Awards: Sunday, June 14, 2026 – Group breakfast hosted at Front Door Diner with awards, raffles and parting words.

“These events aren’t just about HR, they’re about leadership, business growth, and the communities that fuel them,” said Lindsay Mastrogiovanni, Founder of DisrUpstate and CEO of ConsciousHR. “DisruptHR gives the mic to innovators, workplace rebels, and truth tellers who aren’t afraid to question the status quo. The talks are fast, sharp, and memorable, and the connections you make in the room are just as powerful.”

The event kicks-off at OUTER SPACE, an outdoor Adirondack music venue in Old Forge, with the Not Your Average Company Picnic. Designed for both Summit-goers and locals, the Picnic offers space for all to unwind. Leadership-themed table talks and yard games start the evening, with dinner from Archie’s Alley and live music by Part-Time Genius following.
Saturday’s programming is curated for leaders, small business owners, community builders and changemakers. The day begins with Disrupt North Country 2.0, an unconventional take on keynote presentations and part of the global DisruptHR movement. Hosted in over 250 cities worldwide,
DisruptHR flips the script on traditional conferences- speakers get five minutes, 20 auto-advancing slides and one bold idea to challenge the way we work and lead. Following lunch, the event rounds out with the Future of Small Business panel and an interactive wellness workshop. Weekend pass holders have additional opportunities for Adirondack exploration with exclusive outdoor excursions.

DisrUpstate has rapidly established itself as a regional leader in leadership and workforce development programming, growing its flagship DisruptHR Syracuse event by 160% from 2024 to 2025 and expanding its portfolio of community-centered leadership experiences across Central New York.

Tickets
Single-day tickets and weekend passes are available now. Weekend pass holders experience all parts of the three-day Summit, plus exclusive gatherings and excursions not available for day-pass holders. Single-day tickets are $40 for Friday, $90 for Saturday, and weekend passes start at $420.

The Leadership Summit is also the perfect opportunity for corporate team building. Four-ticket Team Bundles are offered for Saturday’s Disrupt North Country 2.0 as well as weekend passes. Bundle and save!

Tickets and more information, including sponsorship opportunities, can be found at www.disrupstate.com/summit26

About DisrUpstate
DisrUpstate isn’t just another Central New York business community. It’s a rebellion against outdated business norms. We’re good, cool people finding other good, cool people who want to change the world for the better. Join us for our two flagship events, Disrupt North Country and Disrupt Syracuse.

The 2026 Literacy Parade & Children's Book Festival will return in June to help students and families get ready for the summer. Authors, illustrators, exhibitors, entertainment, and more will be available to attendees. Join us on Saturday, June 13, starting with the parade from Beauchamp Branch Library (2111 S. Salina St.) to McKinley-Brighton Elementary School (141 W. Newell St.) where the festival activities will take place in #Syracuse.

Time & Location
Jun 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Oneida Community Mansion House, 170 Kenwood Ave, Oneida, NY 13421, USA

About the Event
The “Tunnels and Towers” experience takes visitors beyond the radical beliefs and practices of the Community and into the basement to discover the storage rooms, vaults, mechanical rooms, kitchens, and laundry facilities that supported the Community’s unique lifestyle. Visitors will also ascend the towers of the Mansion House to gaze out on the nearly 250 acres of gardens, grounds, and trails! You are not going to want to miss these limited small-group tours!

While not required, we recommend this tour for people with some familiarity with the history of the Mansion House--take a self guided tour or one of our guided or specialty tours to enhance your experience!

Event Details:

-The cost for this tour is $30 general admission, $25 for members and students.

-Space is limited to 20 people, reserve your spot early!

-Parking is available in the rear of the Mansion House.

-This tour will include walking, stairs, and entering dark and sometimes tight spaces, so be sure to wear comfortable clothes and close-toed shoes!

The Fine Print:

*Not all areas of this tour are ADA accessible.

*Suggested for those ages 16 and over.

*Refunds will not be given if less than 48 hours from the event.

*The Oneida Community Mansion House occasionally uses photographs and videos of event participants in promotional materials. By virtue of your attendance, you agree to usage of your likeness in such materials.