Peter Kip, Jr. and Edward Green have recently been elected to the positions of Vice-President and Treasurer of the Cazenovia Area Community Development Association, Inc. (CACDA) board of directors. To complete the Continue reading
The Cazenovia Area Community Development Association has recently added a nonprofit emergency preparedness manual to its current website. The “Guide for Disaster Planning and Recovery” focuses on successful maintenance of everyday technologies. It offers guidelines and simple strategies to prepare your organization for new challenges or opportunities, as well as information on how to recover from negative technology events.
Produced by Techsoup Global, the publication covers many topics, including documentation, backup, privacy, encryption and human-made disaster recovery. The manual can also be adapted for use by individual organizations. You can view this helpful document by visiting www.cacda.net and selecting ‘Planning and Community Info’.
CACDA enhances economic vitality and preserves the rural, historic character of our region through education, consensus-building and project implementation.
Individuals and corporations can support CACDA’s programs through contributions and volunteer efforts. For more information, please call Barbara Henderson, Executive Director, at 655-7651 or e-mail director@cacda.net.
Beezie Madden entertains guests
On Sept. 3 Cazenovia Area Community Development Association presented “Farm and Fork, An Evening with Beezie and John Madden.” The beautiful late summer weather provided a perfect backdrop for this special event that was held at the Madden’s farm in Nelson.
The evening began with a tour of the barn and a chance to meet its most famous award-winning resident, Authentic. In keeping with the theme, “A Celebration of Local Agriculture”, guests then enjoyed a delicious meal that included many
Community service volunteers
ingredients contributed by local farmers and food producers. Music, a silent auction, abundant desserts, and a full moon helped to create a truly exceptional time for everyone who attended.
“I was pleased to represent CACDA and the work they do for our community”, said Dave Lucas, President of the CACDA Board of Directors. “The unique setting and the incorporation of local products really reinforces the importance of nurturing our existing community resources.”
Guests and house
Bob and Bobbie Constable, long-time residents of the area and strong CACDA supporters, thoroughly enjoyed the event. “We had a wonderful time and were so impressed with the whole experience. Everyone who participated loved it!”
“We especially want to thank our generous and gracious hosts, Beezie and John Madden, for opening their home and stables for our event,” said Barbara Henderson, Executive Director. “CACDA has worked hard for the past four years, with various partners, to help preserve more than 600 acres of land for agriculture. The Madden farm is an excellent venue to showcase how critical the agricultural industry is to Central New York’s economy.”
More guests
Beezie Madden is the highest internationally ranked American show jumping rider. She has won Olympic gold medals and many other worldwide competitions. John Madden is the founder of one of the nation’s premier international equestrian events, the Syracuse Invitational Sporthorse Tournament, which features top-ranked riders from around the globe. This year’s Tournament will be held at the War Memorial and Oncenter Complex from October 28 to November 1.
Assemblyman Bill Magee talks to guests
CACDA enhances economic vitality and preserves the rural, historic character of our region through education, consensus-building and project implementation.
Individuals and corporations can support CACDA’s programs through contributions and volunteer efforts. For more information, please call Barbara Henderson, Executive Director, at 655-7651 or e-mail director@cacda.net.
Local organizations and individuals can access information regarding grants and other sources of funding by visiting the Cazenovia Area Community Development Association (CACDA) website at www.cacda.net.
Beezie Madden
On Thursday, September 3, 2009, the Cazenovia Area Community Development Association will host Farm and Fork, an evening at the home of Beezie and John Madden. The event will feature a harvest dinner highlighting local agriculture, a silent auction and an opportunity to meet our internationally famous neighbors, the Maddens.
Cazenovia Area Community Development Association’s website has recently been expanded to include a new and improved volunteer page.
The Cazenovia Area Community Development Association is inviting community members for a trip to the new Yankee Stadium August 20 to see the Yankees play the Chicago White Sox. Enjoy deluxe round trip motor coach transportation from Cazenovia and great seats to the game for only $149.95 per person.
Availability is limited so please register soon! Go to www.cacda.net to purchase tickets and get more information.
