Episode 208:
🌟 Weekend Recap Highlights
- Senior Night Baseball Dinner
- Held at St. Francis Club in Frankfort.
- Pizzas from Fratello's—great service, discount pricing for school events.
- One injury, one flying helmet, one reminder to take a breath.
- Matteson Hotel
- Rehearsal dinner buffet with standout prime rib. A hidden gem for bar food and events.
- Big Devo BBQ Catering
- Wedding reception with amazing brisket, fried chicken, ribs, mac & cheese, and cornbread.
- It’s a Utica Thing (North Utica)
- First-time visit. Loved the wide variety: eggplant parm, calzone, wings, and more. Known for their Chicken Riggies.
- Next Step Pediatrics (Sauquoit)
- Fast same-day appointment and attentive care.
- Lafa Mediterranean Grill (New Hartford)
- Customizable bowls, salads, and standout mint tea. Quick and delicious.
🎉 This Weekend’s Events
Friday, May 24
- Silk – New Upscale Dessert & Cocktail Bar (Utica)
- Ribbon cutting at 4PM. Known for presentation-focused cocktails & creative desserts (think s'mores old fashioned & dessert burger).
Saturday, May 25
- Utica Doghouse – New Gourmet Hot Dog Spot
- Creative menu: carnival dogs, pulled pork, bacon-wrapped dogs with crushed hot Cheetos & more.
- Utica Zoo – Dino Discovery Opening Day
- “RAWR-some” animatronic dinosaur exhibit on display through Oct. 19.
Sunday, May 26
- Jason Aldean @ SPAC – 7PM
- Big kickoff to the SPAC concert season. Other big names this summer: Shania Twain, Mumford & Sons, Lumineers, Rod Stewart, Dave Matthews Band, Jerry Seinfeld, Phish.
🪴 Upcoming
- Thursday, May 30 – Porch Pot Workshop by The Plant Stand (2:30 Genesee St, Utica)
- $65 includes pot, soil, kale, parsley, one surprise plant & expert planting tips.
- Great for beginner or small-space gardeners!
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