remember the late 80s, early 90s ice sculptures?
By Laura Hand
Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 7:26 p.m.
As we get ready to judge, and sample, chili and chowder in downtown Syracuse this weekend, it's fun to look back at Syracuse Winterfest's first years, when Clinton Square was turned into a giant snow castle, and ice and snow sculptures were all over the city.
Winterfest is one of several big events that have legacies here: Jazzfest has moved through several locations but continues to bring top talent to appreciative listeners. You can be Italian, German, Scottish Greek, or Irish for a day or a weekend. We pay tribute to Oz in Chittenango.
And Oswego's Harborfest, now looking at its 21st year, is still a huge summertime reunion and party.
And, there are many more parties and celebrations--Ithaca's Teacherfest, on this week, is another growing tradition. Any weekend you can find something to celebrate.
