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A retro gas station and mechanic's shop, just a stone's throw from downtown McGraw, is the new home to Stramba Fiber Mill & Felt Studio. The charmingly reimagined space is filled with sunlight and a rainbow of one-of-a-kind yarn, roving, batts and felt. The artisan mill specializes in full-service small-batch processing for growers and sells yarns, roving, spinning, and felting supplies, all…

The Cortland County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CCCVB) was selected as one of 30 tourism partners across New York State to receive funding through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) Tourism Partner Sub-Awards Grant Program. The CCCVB has been awarded $250,000 to advocate for and actively impact the youth, amateur and recreational sporting market in Cortland County…

This year marks the 40th anniversary of National Travel and Tourism Week. Let’s amplify the essential and integral role travel plays in every industry and nearly everything we do. Our success is the nation’s success, and together, we will keep moving #TravelForward. #nttw23 #TRAVELFORWARD Small towns and quaint villages are essential to the fabric of America. These communities are filled with…

There is nothing quite like curling up in a theater under a giant silver screen for a shared experience. The laughs are louder, the scares are bigger, and you're definitely not the only one crying. If you love a good movie or just need an excuse to gobble buckets of buttery popcorn, the Blackbird Film + Arts Festival is exactly where you need to be! This year's event will feature amazing…

Experience Cortland regularly features Cortland County artists at the Visitors Center throughout the year. The Artist Spotlight program was developed to showcase local art to travelers and locals alike in hopes that they might bring a piece of Cortland County home. Feel free to stop by during regular business hours to view Jill Kraft's work or at her website EarthandAirWellness.com. Jill Kraft has…

Pack those tents and bags of marshmallows, and head out to enjoy the great outdoors in beautiful Cortland County! Cortland County campsites offer way more than the basics — tent camping, trailer camping, and sites with or without electricity and water. They also offer shower houses, laundry rooms, and full hookups for your RV. Many have an on-site convenience store and dining too. So, pack up…

We are all familiar with the main events at the CNY Maple Festival; pancake eating contest, maple museum tours, the Maple Queen Parade, wagon rides, talent show, helicopter flights and Sugar Shack demos. As wonderful as that all is, the Maple Fest is full of oft-overlooked gems. Let this Marathon local dish out the insider scoop. Below is a list of 5 not to be missed Maple Fest favorites. Maple…

Press Gurwitz Perfumerie6 E. Main St, Marathon NYinfo@pressgurwitz.comInstagramFacebook Equal parts old-world library and upscale boutique, downtown Marathon's newest shop is a feast for the senses. Press Gurwitz Perfumerie, quite apropos, calls the Marathon's old apothecary shop at 6 East Main Street home. The storefront's bold mountain-themed window display instantly catches the eye. Inside, the…

Although spring might be playing peek-a-boo, this year in Cortland County, Easter is just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Let us help you organize your holiday! From Easter bonnets, baskets, brunches, and hunts, we have your guide to all things Easter.  WHERE TO FILL YOUR BASKET If you're looking to create an unforgettable easter basket, we know just the spots! Hop on over to Cortland County to…

The 2023 Cortland County Visitors Guide is now available at the Visitors Center and online at ExperienceCortland.com, offering travel inspiration for visitors and locals! From heart-pumping outdoor adventures and family-friendly festivals, to unique cultural experiences and arts explorations, fall in love with Cortland County. Designed to inspire travel, the magazine-style piece highlights…

Look no further than Cortland County for St. Patrick's Day fun to bring out the Irish in you! Whether you're looking for whiskey, a leprechaun-themed shirt or corned beef and cabbage - dress head to toe in green and celebrate the Irish culture at one of the county's local spots.   IT'S EASY BEING GREEN If you don't want to be on the receiving end of a pinch this St. Paddy's day, you better be…

Cortland First Friday joins an informal nationwide movement to celebrate the arts in local communities on the first Friday of each month. Participating galleries, studios, artists, local businesses, music and performing arts venues will be open to the public throughout the evening to spotlight the arts. To view the map of current locations participating, click here!    March 3rd welcomes the…

Live theatre performances are returning to Dwyer Memorial Park this summer as Cortland Repertory Theatre  prepares for its 51st Anniversary Summer Season! The season will run from June 7 – August 19 and will contain three plays and two musicals. Producing Artistic Director Kerby Thompson explains that “as always, CRT strives to offer a variety of fun summer shows for our patrons in order to…

This blog is the fourth in a series exploring hiking and traveling with your faithful, four-legged, friends in Cortland County. Do you have a favorite trail or place in Cortland County that you love sharing with your dog? Perhaps, you snapped the perfect photo of you and Fido exploring locally?  I want to know about it! Email me at Candace@experiencecortland.com and just maybe we'll see you in…

When it comes to planning the perfect date, the decision can be daunting.  Whether you've been together for longer than you can remember or are nervously planning a first date, Cortland County has the perfect spot for you.  Take our quiz to help determine what your heart desires on your next date, and let us plan all the rest. What place sounds most appealing to you? 1. A quiet cabin in the…

While many people are fussing over red roses, chocolates, and perfect dates this time of year, we'd like to take a moment to honor the oft-unsung hero of every relationship- our bestie.  They've been there through every breakup with a pint of ice cream and every first date with outfit advice.  They are always there to spill the tea, share a laugh, and make mischief.  So this year, remember to…

Winter just begs for us to indulge in our favorite comfort foods.  Hot and flakey pot pies, steaming heaps of pasta, hearty stews and rich desserts fill our plates this time of year.  After all, playing in the snow requires extra calories.  What is the one thing that can make these decadent dishes even better?  Curling up next to a crackling fire to enjoy them.  We compiled a list of…

If the thought of visiting an art gallery brings to mind standing in front of stodgy old paintings with your hands in your pockets while quietly murmuring contemplations, think again.  The Dowd Gallery has turned art on its ear with the recent installation of the (re)Play Exhibit.  David B. Smith's collection of textiles, objects, installations and sculptures encourages the viewer to interact,…

January is national soup month, and what better way to fight off the cold, dreary days than with a steaming bowl of soup?!  Here in Cortland County, local establishments are serving up everything from the classics to the unique. Below is a list of some of our favorites, perfect to fuel your next adventure. YORI HOUSE - Move over chicken noodle, there's a new soup in town. Yori Houses's Katsu…