Arts Festival Thursday, July 17

15th Annual Oneida County Youth Bureau Sidewalk Chalk Art Competition
Free | Ages 5–18 | Winners chosen from four age groups
10 a.m. | Palmer Park | Rain date: Friday, July 18
Schedule: 10 a.m. Registration | 10:30 a.m. Competition | 11:15 a.m. Awards and Photos
Library Book Sale
July 16-18 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Root Court
Hundreds of books from the Pratt Munson Library, ranging in various art periods, topics, and mediums. $.92 ($1 after tax) for paperbacks, $2.76 ($3 after tax) for hardcover *Cash preferred, check accepted*
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Children’s Craft
1 p.m. | Front Lawn Tent
Meet the Artist: Ruth Benoit
Copper Jewelry | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Museum Shop


Foam Party for Kids
2:30 p.m. | Front Lawn Tent
Get ready to dance, splash, and laugh at our exciting Foam Party for Kids! A foam cannon will fill the space with fluffy bubbles while fun music and water shooters add to the action. Wear a swimsuit or clothes you don’t mind getting wet—towels and a change of clothes are a good idea too!
Pride Party
7 p.m. | Front Lawn Tent | Cash Bar Available
Music by Pat Tato and the Baked Potatoes | Face Painting by AuraGlow Art
Celebrate love, community, and creativity at Munson’s Pride Party! Enjoy live music, face painting, lawn games, and a vibrant atmosphere for all.
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Meet the Artist: Amanda Stewart
7 p.m. Pride Party | Front Lawn
A Central New York-based fiber and textile artist, will have a booth at the Pride concert. Her work blends craft, sustainability, and social themes using vintage and repurposed materials. Stop by to check out her handmade creations!
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