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Utica Zoo-Mobile
A traveling exhibit will be set up in the gazebo, featuring animal ambassadors from the Utica Zoo. Meet these animals and learn about their behaviors and the places they call home. There is no cost to attend and everyone is welcome.
Trinkaus ParkAll Ages Summer Field event & Hurdle Meet 2026
This all-ages summer meet at Clinton High School centers on hurdles and field events, with a full slate of races and jumps. Hurdle races include 55 meters for ages 13 and under, 100 or 110 meters for ages 14 and older, plus 300 hurdles and 200 hurdles. The track schedule also features the 100 and the 3,000 for participants 13 and up, along with middle distance options at 1500, 1600, or the mile at 1609 meters, which may be combined into one section if entries warrant. In the field, long jump and triple jump offer four attempts, and high jump and pole vault are on the program; pole vaulters must bring their own certified poles. Throws include shot put, discus, javelin, weight, and hammer, and throwers must supply age-appropriate implements. Athletes who complete all five throws will receive a Throws Pentathlon score, with three attempts per implement for pentathlon scoring and four attempts when entered in an individual throwing event.
Clinton High SchoolWatercolor Paint and Savoir (LEMONS)
This event is sold out. Taking place at Utica Public Library, this relaxed watercolor class focuses on painting lemons for a bright, summery feel, complemented by great food and a beautiful setting.
Utica Public LibraryPlainfellow @ Killabrew Saloon
Plainfellow, an acoustic rock duo with Aaron Cidzik and Mic Hartnett on guitars and vocals, delivers a wide-ranging set from the 60s through today. The performance features fresh takes on songs by The Who, Grateful Dead, Neil Young, Led Zeppelin, Talking Heads, Tom Petty, Sublime, Ween, and Red Hot Chili Peppers. A gentler side also emerges with inventive versions of classic 80s hits, keeping the mix unpredictable from start to finish.
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