WONYPalooza

And how could I forget!!  This Saturday, April 17th, from 7PM-11PM at the Fox is WONYPalooza!  Here's the shpiel from Facebook:


WONYPalooza 2010 @ The Fox
7pm-11pm

Cost: $3 at the door.

The money is being donated to two charities this year. With most likely a 60/40 split
1. Haitian Heroes: The website is www.haitianheroes.org. The organization has just started 100 homes in 100 days, a campaign to rebuild 100 homes 100 days from the actual quake. There are two ways to pay. Online donations, duh, but since we will be sending in a check, the check is made out to H.E.R.O. at H.E.R.O., 25 Pepperidge Trail, Old Saybrook, CT 06475.

2. Sean Thatcher Foundation: Was a student of Oneonta who last summer became paralyzed in a swimming accident. The money goes to his family and their medical expenses.

I hope you will come out and listen to the bands while supporting two good causes.

Bands:
The Dooleys 
Buried Life
Gravia
Sword of Truth


It's really cheap to support 4 talented local bands, and it's at the Fox.   What's better than that!

Welcome Back, yet again, and a New Poll!

Hello all!  Welcome back for the home stretch of the year!  I hope everyone had a great break, but we're all back, so that means so am I.  Driving back up to school today had me thinking about our lovely town for 8 months a year, Oneonta.  As we all know, the times are a-changing and slowly but surely, Oneonta is updating.  We have great stores and restaurants like Green Toad Bookstore, Fiesta Mexican Grill, and Green Earth, that are relatively new or seem it.  But, there's still Bresee's empty space, still a closed toy store near the OST, and still plenty of vacant places that could be filled!  I guess what I'm essentially asking: What does the town of Oneonta need?  Vote on our poll (last week's was close with 17 votes overall, 4 of them going to Latte Lounge...my personal favorite).

Beach Fossils in Oneonta

As reported a few weeks ago via our Twitter, indie up-and-comers Beach Fossils are invading Oneonta April 30th at 7pm.  Like last time, tickets are a mere 5 bucks if you're a student.  There are no openers as of yet (that I know of), but Beach Fossils is well-worth the 5 bucks.  I'll see you at the Armory (4 Academy St)!  


Also, be on the lookout for delicious bake sales coming up to support WONY Indie so they can pay the band and get more great bands in the future! 

Pwneona Music's Issues

There have been no updates to our favorite music blog, Pwneonta Music, in several weeks.  That's because we were recently emailed by Blogger saying we violated copyright laws and were infringing on copyrighting.  First off, that's so cool!  Someone reads our music site!!  Second, that sucks, because we can't post mp3s for people to stream before decided to buy the albums or see them live or discover their new favorite bands.  I'm currently trying to find away around it, but I don't think I can.  Until then, Pwneonta Music will no longer feature mp3s; I really don't want to get shut down.  But hey, we're not the only site!  Check out this article about other awesome blogs to feel the wrath of Google's Blogger. 

This Weeks Poll: Where to Get Coffee?

After a surprising amount of votes on last weeks poll (yes, 15 is surprising because I didn't realize anyone still read this...keep it up!), we discovered that many people love gamboling along the quad or in town with this wonderful weather.  But, when one poll ends, another begins!  That being said, where is your favorite place to get coffee in Oneonta?  My favorite is Latte Lounge, so what's yours?

The Best Spot in Oneonta: Latte Lounge

I woke up this morning starving, as many often do.  But instead of lumbering over to Wilsbach for their oh-so delectable and delicious selection (sarcasm, ahh), I took a trip over to one of my favorite places in Oneonta, Latte Lounge.  Since opening in late 2003, Latte Lounge has been a place that consistently pumps out great coffee, great food, and great service.  I go their almost weekly and have yet to be disappointed.  Today, I picked up a Cookies-and-Cream iced coffee and a veggie burger with a bunch of different veggies on their cracked-wheat bread.  Like I say, I've never been disappointed.  Located at the heart of Main Street (196 Main...right next to Subway), Latte Lounge is opened Mon-Sat 6AM-5PM and Sun 7AM-5PM.

March 21, 2010: Health Care was Passed

The House voted 219-212 in favor of health care reform.
Fuck. Yea.

Art and Scope Presents: A Clockwork Orange

This Tuesday, March 23rd, 7:00PM, at the Red Dragon Theater, Art and Scope is showing A Clockwork Orange.  The movie will be hosted by the smartest man I know, Dr. Richard Lee of the English Dept.  It's free to go, and it's one of the best movies ever made.  Totally worth going to!

Overheards are back!

When I first started reading and writing for this site, one of my favorite parts was the Overheard in Oneonta section.  It's coming back.  Submit yours today.

The Best Spot in Oneonta: The Vault

I've decided to start writing a weekly (or monthly or bi-monthly, whatever it's my article, don't judge) recommendation of places in Oneonta that don't get enough love and should be checked out.  


This week's installment is dedicated to The Vault.  If you're looking for a used-something, this is your place to go.  They have a variety of old VHS's, DVD's, comic books, regular books, toys, and a HUGE collection of old records at great prices.  They might have the biggest selection of records in Oneonta.  I've also been told they will specially order your vinyl needs, and it'll only take a week or so.  The people that work there are incredibly friendly and always offer their help.  Today, I bought a couple of Simon and Garfunkel records, Huey Lewis and the News- Sports, and The Police- Ghost in the Machine for only 20 bucks, and they are in great condition.  The Vault is located at 300 Main Street, right across from Mama Nina's.  Their hours are posted in this wonderful picture of their hours:

Spring, Glorious Spring!

Spring is finally here, and the weather is just delightful!  After months of asking do you Twitter, we have a new poll up: What's your favorite part of the warm weather?  Vote on the side, and tell us why here!

Where's the State Times?

As many of you may have noticed, there was no new State Times this week.  Shrouded in a cloud of mystery and rumors, truth peaks through.  Rumors that the paper ran out of money are not entirely true.  Although I am still unclear of the details, something happened with the advertisement, but it seems things are taken care of.  A close source told me that it will be back next week, with some slight renovations.    

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Happy St. Patty's Day, all!  I hope everyone has fun festivities planned for the educational day where we all learn a bit more about St. Patrick.  Many bars opened at 8 AM today, and I hope you're taking advantage of it.  Pictures will be updated throughout the day (aka, tonight when I have the chance to go out).  Enjoy the Kegs-n-Eggs!  If you have any fun pictures or fun stories from the night's festivities, post them in the replies. 

Photos credit: Mr. Manning

fun. playing in Oneonta

For those who haven't heard of fun., they are an indie pop group formed from members of The Format and Steel Train.  Their debut album, Aim and Ignite, came out last year, and it is chock full of bop-your-head tunes.  The reason I am sharing this pearl with y'all is, because of their Myspace, fun. are headlining a show May 1st.  I'm incredibly excited about this, and, although no other bands are listed, I'm sure it'll be a good old time.


UPDATE:
According to Good Old War's myspace:



Good Old War
5/1/2010 7:00 PM at SUNY / Oneonta w/ Fun and Person L, 
Oneonta, New York 13820
Cost: $5 adv/ $7 DOS
Doors at 7pm - one local band TBD to open, w/ Person L and Fun


Good Old War is most famous for being Circa Survive front man Anthony Green's backing band.  Person L is Kenny Vasoli from The Starting Line's side project.  The local band will most likely be Oneonta's own Really Old Airplanes (ex-Bad Form Peter).


fun.- All the Pretty Girls

Good Old War- Coney Island

SeenUnseen- What's it like?

Recently on 77 Main Street, a local art venue opened called Seen Unseen.  Now, I have yet to go there.  I passed it once walking to the Armory, but I had not been inside.  According to the Facebook page, Seen Unseen is "providing a venue/forum for wherever you are on your journey."  It's a little corny sounding, but it seems like a great idea.  I remember reading in State Times article how the owner just wants to have a place for local artists to showcase their work; it's a place for local musicians to perform and get their name out across Oneonta.  Has anybody gone there yet?  What is it like?  If I wind up going this weekend, I will be sure to let my lovely readers know what it is like. Post your thoughts!