A rundown of Oswego’s museums
[slideshow_deploy id=’13769′] Take a walk downtown and you will see that Oswego has a rich and varied history. The city has multiple museums you can visit to learn about that history. The Safe Haven Museum, the H. Lee White Marine…
Nostalgia meets digital at Midway Drive-In
[slideshow_deploy id=’13431′] For most students the question isn’t “have you ever been to the Midway Drive-In theater?” But rather, “have you ever been to a drive-in theater at all?” If you haven’t been to one at all, you are in…
Best places to go before it gets cold
[slideshow_deploy id=’12767′] While the semester may still be young, summer is quickly drawing to an end. Oswego offers plenty during the warmer months, but don’t worry, there’s plenty of time before the snow hits to check out what the Port…
Man in the Moon offers homemade candies for every taste
[slideshow_deploy id=’12713′] Man in the Moon Candies, located at 203 W. 1st St. in the Canal Commons, is the place to go in Oswego if you’re looking for delicious treats with a personal touch. Inside, the shop is as adorably…
Hiking options in Oswego
[slideshow_deploy id=’12706′] Students interested in exploring nature may feel like the closest options are in the Adirondacks hours away, but Oswego actually has a few places of its own that give students a taste of nature. It may be surprising…
River’s End bookstore prime destination for readers, writers
Not many Oswego students know that just a short bus ride away from campus there is a wonderful spot where readers and writers can come together. The River’s End bookstore, located in downtown Oswego at 19 W. Bridge St., has…
Sense of community heightened on Thursdays
Whether looking for homemade jelly, fresh-picked fruits and veggies, custom-made clothing, homemade candy, kettle corn or live music, an Oswego State student can find a variety of local products at the Oswego farmers’ market. The farmers’ market, open from 4:30…
The Lighthouse: A quick explanation
One of the conversations I remember having at least once a week with my fellow undergrads during my first two years on campus centered on where we could find something good to eat in the city. The commonly held belief…
Bistro 197 serves perfect sized meals in cozy environment
You may not be on the streets of New York City, but in the small city of Oswego, Bistro 197 provides the elegant dining experience of a classy city restaurant. The atmosphere is casual, making it appealing to a wide…
New store sells unique items
On Bridge Street sits a quiet store where dragons and fairies are a suitable topic of conversation, and where spell books containing witches’ secrets make their home. The Fey Dragon provides a sense of calm as you walk in with…
