In Norwich, There’s Always Plenty To Do

3-26-10

By LAURA COX : NORWICH

A trip to Norwich does not disappoint.
This city of 7,500 residents has a lot to see and do for any type of visitor young or old.
Major organizations and events in the area include the Chenango County Council on the Arts and its many art and music performances, the Chenango County Historical Society and its delightful museum, The Northeast Classic Car Museum (see other story), the Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival – it will happen September 11-12 this year, Chenango Blues Festival scheduled for August 20-21 and the Norwich Pumpkin Festival happening the Friday and Saturday before Halloween. .
The Chenango County Council on the Arts has an exhibit opening from 5 to 7 p.m. this Friday, March 26 for Henry J. Drexler’s art which will run from March 26 through April 23. The exhibit features Drexler’s paintings of windmills.
The final performance of the 10th Anniversary People’s Choice Performance Series will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 7 in their theatre. The show will feature Tom Chapin, a favorite amongst subscription holders, his music was described as a little bit of everything from rick and roll to county and old legends.
Year round, Norwich organizations offer plenty of activities to keep people busy.
 Locals enjoy a variety of flavorful dining options on the main drag, Broad Street.
 Nina’s Pizzeria and Restaurant, Garf’s Deli and Ice Cream and Two Sisters Café top the list of people on the street.
Nina’s offers fresh pizza and Italian fare and was bustling with families and business people dining in and taking out over the lunch hour last Friday.
Garf’s Deli is a great spot for a good sandwich and cup of soup. Their fresh deli meats and colorful staff – their uniforms include tie dye shirts – make for an enjoyable lunch stop.
Two Sisters Café is a hometown diner offering the typical breakfast and lunch options.  They say they are best known in town for their omelet and burgers.
The newer Café Connections on Broad St. – coffee shop and lunch joint by day, tapas and wine bar by evening – is a delicious choice for guests looking for something a bit more eclectic.  They are currently exhibiting artwork by Oneonta artist, D. Michael Price and have a great outdoor patio seating area in back of the restaurant.
The Bohemian Moon, located at 103 Main St. was also mentioned as a great place to grab fresh and healthy food including many vegetarian options. One local likened it to Oneonta’s Autumn Café.
As for shops, Norwich has a variety of offerings on Broad, including McLaughlin’s Department Store, First Edition Book Shop, The Pink Door – a thrift store operated by Chenango Memorial Hospital volunteers, McNeil Jewelers  and Made in Chenango, a gift shop and gallery of art made by local artists.