A trip to The Root Farm evokes a sense of inspiration among visitors. Spanning over 100 acres in Sauquoit, the complex includes an equine assisted therapy center, and ever-expanding vocational and recreational programs.

Recognizing there is strength in numbers, the boards for The Peacemaker Program and the Women’s Employment Resource Center (WERC) began discussing the possibility of a partnership in 2016.

The community’s support for MVRCR’s challenge grant campaign was extraordinary and inspiring, because people gave generously and welcomed future refugees—their neighbors-to-be—in solidarity.

Beyond her winning stats as a dedicated board member and generous community leader, Mary Lyons is, above all, a friend to everyone she meets.

In April, The Lead-Free MV Coalition marked the one-year anniversary of its inception with an event that highlighted the past year’s accomplishments and opportunities ahead.

In a place once passed by unnoticed, an undeniable community resurgence is happening. It’s a Monday night, of course, and the Levitt AMP Utica Music Series at Kopernik Park is the place to be.