--- title: "News :: Pathfinder Village" description: "" url: "https://otsegoacademy.org/about-us/about-us-news" date: "2026-06-02T17:18:06+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![Image](https://otsegoacademy.org/images/2023/02/07/pv_hdr-news.jpg) [ ![circle_btn_wearepv.png](https://otsegoacademy.org/images/2023/02/02/circle_btn_wearepv.png)](https://vimeo.com/560861777) # News See the [**latest publications**](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-us-publications) from Pathfinder Village, Otsego Academy, and the Kennedy Willis Center. [Pathfinder Village featured in Mohawk Valley Living!](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-village-featured-in-mohawk-valley-living "Pathfinder Village featured in Mohawk Valley Living!") Enjoy this Editor's Feature by Carrie Byrne Putelo of Mohawk Valley Living, which was published in the regional magazine's April 2026 edition. Carrie spent a day touring the Village to learn about our rich history, our current programs an... [Celebrate Pi Day at the Pickleball Open, 3/14](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/celebrate-pi-day-at-the-pickleball-open-3-14 "Celebrate Pi Day at the Pickleball Open, 3/14") February 24, 2026 … Pickleball Pi, anyone? The second annual Pathfinder Village Pickleball Open is set for Pi Day, Saturday, March 14 at The Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, starting at 8 a.m. This indoor tournament promises to promote fair play, ... ['Shop Local' Farmers' Market offered on Nov. 15](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/shop-local-farmers-market-offered-on-nov-15 "'Shop Local' Farmers' Market offered on Nov. 15") Edmeston, New York, Nov. 7, 2025 ... Get a start on your holiday list and shop local at the Winter Farmers’ Market at Pathfinder Village on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Over 20 local craftspeople, vendors, and small business owners will ... [Construction underway at The Farmstead!](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/construction-underway-at-the-farmstead "Construction underway at The Farmstead!") Edmeston, NY, July 25, 2025 – Pathfinder Village announces construction is underway on The Farmstead Market and Community Center, a $5.5 million project that will increase healthy food access for families in the Northern Unadilla River Va... [Sign Up for the Splash Path 5k at Pathfinder Village!](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/sign-up-for-the-splash-path-5k-at-pathfinder-village "Sign Up for the Splash Path 5k at Pathfinder Village!") Splash Path 5k offers 12th year of colorful fun on May 17 Pathfinder’s signature 5k for athletes of all abilities features acolor burst and post-race festival Edmeston, NY, April 22, 2025… Celebrate all the colors of spring at the 12th annual Splash ... [Ring in the holidays at Pathfinder Village](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/ring-in-the-holidays-at-pathfinder-village "Ring in the holidays at Pathfinder Village") Edmeston, New York, December 5, 2024 … Celebrate the joyous sounds of the season with Pathfinder Village at a free community concert featuring the Sidney Community Band on Saturday, December 14 at 2 p.m. The concert at the Pathfinder Gymnasium ... [Center on Down Syndrome offers webinars on Navigating Life Changes](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/the-kennedy-willis-center-on-down-syndrome-offers-fall-webinars-on-navigating-changes-of-life "Center on Down Syndrome offers webinars on Navigating Life Changes") Edmeston, New York, October 2, 2024 … The Kennedy Willis Center on Down Syndrome has opened registration for its annual fall Lunch & Learn webinar series. This year’s course, Navigating Changes of Life, will focus on helping people with int... [INSPIRE to showcase artists during Down Syndrome Awareness Month](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/inspire-to-showcase-artists-down-syndrome-awareness-month "INSPIRE to showcase artists during Down Syndrome Awareness Month") Edmeston, New York, September 27, 2024 … Pathfinder Village will showcase the creative talents of Village artists during the opening of a new exhibit, Inspire, at the gymnasium on Sunday, October 20, from 2 to 5 p.m. The public is invited to the open... [Fall events raise over $81,000 for Scholarship Fund](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/fall-events-raise-over-81-000-for-scholarship-fund "Fall events raise over $81,000 for Scholarship Fund") Runners-Up Chris Hulse and Tracy Roberts, along with winners John Ryland and Dave Lemire, right, were the Flight A finalists for the 15th annual Pathfinder Village Tennis Classic, played at the Har-Tru Courts of the Cooperstown Country Club on Monday... [Big Rig Shindig postponed until 2025](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/big-rig-shindig-postponed-until-2025 "Big Rig Shindig postponed until 2025") It is with sincere regret that we announce the cancellation of the upcoming Big Rig Shindig event, scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2024. After careful consideration, due to unforeseen circumstances and limited vehicles we believe this is the be... [Cruise-In set for Pathfinder Village](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/classic-car-cruise-in-set-for-pathfinder-village-1 "Cruise-In set for Pathfinder Village") Edmeston, New York, July 15, 2024 ... Enjoy ice cream treats, dance to good time rock ‘n roll, watch a hot air balloon lift-off, and enjoy gleaming restored vehicles at this year’s Cruise-In at Pathfinder Village on Thursday, August 1, from 5 t... [Pathfinder celebrates 225 years of service by staff](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-celebrates-225-years-of-service-by-staff "Pathfinder celebrates 225 years of service by staff") Edmeston, New York, July 10, 2024 ... Pathfinder Village celebrated the work anniversaries of 26 employees and their dedication to serving people with intellectual disabilities during a special luncheon at the Pathfinder Village Pavilion on Wednesday... [Pathfinder to host Arts in the Community Concerts](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-to-host-arts-in-the-community-concerts "Pathfinder to host Arts in the Community Concerts") Edmeston, New York, June 10, 2024 … Celebrate the great sounds of summer with Pathfinder Village during its Arts in the Community Concerts at the Pavilion. Free live performances will be offered each Monday in July and August, starting at 5:30 p.m. N... [Splash Path offers 11th year of colorful fun on May 18](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/splash-path-offers-11th-year-of-colorful-fun-on-may-18 "Splash Path offers 11th year of colorful fun on May 18") Edmeston, NY, April 19, 2024… Celebrate all the colors of spring at the 11th annual Splash Path 5k and Fun Walk at Pathfinder Village on Saturday, May 18. Online registration is open for this affordable color run-and-walk that is raising funds for Pa... [WDSD activities eclipsed expectations](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/wdsd-activities-eclipsed-expectations "WDSD activities eclipsed expectations") Edmeston, New York, April 15, 2024 … Pathfinder Village’s awareness campaign for World Down Syndrome Day, March 21, eclipsed all expectations with colorful socks, blue-and-yellow decorations, and fun online and in-person promotional events. As part o... [Pathfinder Produce offers new, extended market hours](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-produce-offers-new-extended-market-hours "Pathfinder Produce offers new, extended market hours") Community market to celebrate its 11th anniversary on 3-21 Edmeston, New York, March 5, 2024 … Pathfinder Produce, the fresh fruits and vegetables market at the Pathfinder Village Commons, is extending its hours starting this week. The new market hou... [A flurry of Pathfinder events to lead up to WDSD](https://otsegoacademy.org/kwc-news/a-flurry-of-events-at-pathfinder-village-to-lead-up-to-wdsd "A flurry of Pathfinder events to lead up to WDSD") Edmeston, New York, February 27, 2024 … Pathfinder Village will host a flurry of community events in March as a lead-up to World Down Syndrome Day on Thursday, March 21. These activities are focused on neighborly engagement and connecting globally in... [Blackwell succeeds Burleigh as Pathfinder Chaplain](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/blackwell-succeeds-burleigh-as-pathfinder-chaplain "Blackwell succeeds Burleigh as Pathfinder Chaplain") Pastoral succession continues over three decades of services supporting people with Down syndrome Edmeston, NY, January 23, 2024 ... The ringing of the chapel bell at Pathfinder Village several weekends ago marked the transition of spiritual leadersh... [Karen Knavel named new Village CEO](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/karen-knavel-named-new-village-ceo "Karen Knavel named new Village CEO") New leader is a lifetime advocate for people with intellectual disabilities, brings experience in all facets of human service organizations Edmeston, NY, January 17, 2024 ... Karen M. Knavel of Willoughby Hills, Ohio, is the new president and ch... [Bell Choir to help Deck the Hall!](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/hand-bell-choir-to-help-deck-the-hall "Bell Choir to help Deck the Hall!") COOPERSTOWN, NY … The Pathfinder Village Hand Bell Choir will help the National Hall of Fame and local families ring in the holidays at the museum’s annual Holiday Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. From noon through 5:00 p.m., local residents... [Pathfinder Village announces Community Heroes and Programs of Excellence Awards](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-village-announces-community-heroes-and-programs-of-excellence-awards "Pathfinder Village announces Community Heroes and Programs of Excellence Awards") October 12, 2023 … Pathfinder Village honored its Community Heroes and Programs of Excellence during its Family Day on Saturday, October 7. The staff of the Bassett Health Center Edmeston-Burlington, Pathfinder School, and Pastor Douglas Burleigh wer... [KWC offers Lunch and Learn webinars on aging and enrichment](https://otsegoacademy.org/kwc-news/kwc-offers-lunch-and-learn-webinars-on-aging-and-enrichment "KWC offers Lunch and Learn webinars on aging and enrichment") Edmeston, NY, October 5, 2023 … The Kennedy Willis Center on Down Syndrome at Pathfinder Village is hosting a four-part Lunch and Learn webinar series this autumn, Nurturing Your Best Self through Music, Art, Movement & Mindfulness. The noontime ... [Pathfinder to launch “I Am” campaign to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-to-launch-i-am-campaign-to-celebratenational-down-syndrome-awareness-month "Pathfinder to launch “I Am” campaign to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month") Edmeston, New York, September 27, 2023 … Pathfinder Village will celebrate the talents and community connections of individuals with Down syndrome through a new “I Am” campaign as part of its celebration of October as National Down Syndrome Awar... [The Spirit of Community unfurled at PV fundraisers](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/the-spirit-of-community-unfurled-at-pv-fundraisers "The Spirit of Community unfurled at PV fundraisers") COOPERSTOWN, NY, September 17, 2023 … The spirit of community was unfurled as tennis enthusiasts, golfers, and friends of Pathfinder Village gathered on Monday, September 11, at the Pathfinder Village Tennis Classic and the Pathfinder Village-Basebal... [Pathfinder athletes show heart & hustle at MLBPAA skills clinic at Doubleday Field](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-athetes-show-heart "Pathfinder athletes show heart & hustle at MLBPAA skills clinic at Doubleday Field") COOPERSTOWN, NY, September 7, 2023 … The Pathfinder Village All-Stars showed heart and hustle last week at Doubleday Field. For the third summer, members of the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association hosted a skills clinic at the game’s sto... [The "Big Rig Shindig" returns to Pathfinder!](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/the-big-rig-shindig-returns-to-pathfinder "The "Big Rig Shindig" returns to Pathfinder!") Educational event highlights working trucks and equipment for families to discover Edmeston, New York, September 5, 2023 ... Trucks, tractors, heavy equipment, and other working vehicles will be front-and-center at Pathfinder Village’s second a... [MLB Alumni to coach skills clinic for Pathfinder Village](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/mlb-alumni-to-coach-skills-clinic-for-pathfinder-village "MLB Alumni to coach skills clinic for Pathfinder Village") COOPERSTOWN, NY, August 20, 2023 … The love of our National Pastime will joyfully reunite MLB Player Alumni and Pathfinder Village residents at Cooperstown’s historic Doubleday Field during a third annual skills clinic set for Tuesday, August 29, sta... ["Mommy and Me" sessions set for PV Pavilion](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/mommy-and-me-sessions-set-at-pavilion ""Mommy and Me" sessions set for PV Pavilion") Edmeston, New York, July 27, 2023 … Pathfinder Village will launch an exciting new summer music activity, “Mommy and Me” for babies and young children on Wednesday afternoons at 1 p.m., starting August 16. The four weekly sessions at the Pathfinder P... [Classic Car Cruise-In set for Pathfinder Village](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/classic-car-cruise-in-set-for-pathfinder-village "Classic Car Cruise-In set for Pathfinder Village") NYCM Employees host community event for car & ice cream enthusiasts Edmeston, New York, July 18, 2023 ... Meet Syracuse University’s Otto the Orange, dance to Elvis’ hits, savor ice cream treats, and enjoy gleaming restored vehicles at this year’... [Pathfinder celebrates 295 years of staff service](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-celebrates-295-years-of-staff-service "Pathfinder celebrates 295 years of staff service") Edmeston, New York, June 21, 2023 ... Pathfinder Village recognized the dedication and diligence of its employees celebrating five-year service anniversaries at a luncheon at the Pathfinder Pavilion on Tuesday. Altogether, 26 staff have devoted over ... [Join us for our 25th annual Summer Concert Series](https://otsegoacademy.org/kwc-news/join-us-for-our-25th-annual-summer-concert-series "Join us for our 25th annual Summer Concert Series") Edmeston, New York, June 13, 2023 … Join the Pathfinder Village community as it celebrates its silver anniversary Summer Concert Series. A mainstay of the area’s summer arts scene, Pathfinder’s concerts feature free, live performances on Monday ... [Eight staff achieve DSP 2.0 credential](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/eight-staff-earn-dsp-2-0-credential "Eight staff achieve DSP 2.0 credential") Edmeston, New York, May 31, 2023 ... Pathfinder Village announced the graduation of eight staff through its Direct Support Professional 2.0 program last week. This training program aligns with direct care and human service competencies using a multi-... [10th annual Splash Path 5k a success](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/tenth-annual-splash-path-5k-a-success "10th annual Splash Path 5k a success") Edmeston, NY, May 25, 2023… For a decade, Pathfinder Village’s Splash Path 5k and Fun Walk has colorfully celebrated community and offered an inclusive athletic event for people of all ages and abilities. This past Saturday, the color run and festiva... [Pathfinder Village Foundation elects new Trustees](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-village-foundation-elects-new-trustees "Pathfinder Village Foundation elects new Trustees") The Pathfinder Village Foundation announces that Linda V.W. Clark, Patricia R. Hanft, and Raymond E. Holohan have been elected to the Board of Trustees. ["Color Our Community" to Celebrate WDSD 2023](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/color-our-community-to-celebrate-wdsd-2023 ""Color Our Community" to Celebrate WDSD 2023") Pathfinder Village invites community members and local families to “Color Our Community” in blue and yellow on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day 2023. WDSD is a celebration that highlights the talents and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in com... [CEO Landers to retire](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/ceo-landers-to-retire "CEO Landers to retire") Paul C. Landers, M.Ed., Cooperstown, will retire as the president and chief executive officer of Pathfinder Village, announced William F. Streck, MD, the chair of the Village’s Board of Directors. [Pathfinder hosts over 340 Ghosts & Ghouls for Halloween](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-hosts-over-340-ghosts-ghouls-for-halloween "Pathfinder hosts over 340 Ghosts & Ghouls for Halloween") Pathfinder Village pulled out all the stops with its eighth annual Community Trick-or-Treat event on Saturday. Over 340 trick-or-treaters enjoyed a safe and spooky afternoon visiting Pathfinder’s livable campus. [Record Turnout for Pathfinder Tournaments](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/record-turnout-for-pathfinder-tournaments "Record Turnout for Pathfinder Tournaments") Stormy weather segued into magical anniversary moments in Cooperstown this past Monday as Pathfinder Village, a livable community and service provider for people with intellectual disabilities, raised over $85,000 for scholarships through its Pathfin... [Pathfinder thanks DSPs during National Recognition Week](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-thanks-dsps-during-national-recognition-week "Pathfinder thanks DSPs during National Recognition Week") Pathfinder Village will join other human service agencies in celebrating National Direct Support Recognition Week from September 11-17. [Color Our Community for World Down Syndrome Day](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/color-our-community-for-world-down-syndrome-day "Color Our Community for World Down Syndrome Day") Pathfinder Village invites community members and local families to “Color Our Community” in blue and yellow on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day 2022. WDSD is a celebration that highlights the talents and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in com... [Pathfinder announces New Board Members](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-announces-new-board-members "Pathfinder announces New Board Members") The Pathfinder Village Board of Directors has elected three new directors, William LeCates, MD, president of Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown; Michael Perrino, Chief Financial Officer of NYCM Insurance; and Stephanie Fadale, a parent advocate and ... [Fall events raise over $82,500 for Pathfinder Scholarships](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/fall-events-raise-over-82-500-for-pathfinder-scholarships "Fall events raise over $82,500 for Pathfinder Scholarships") The Pathfinder Village Tennis Classic and the Pathfinder Village-Baseball Hall of Fame Golf Invitational raised over $82,500 in support of Village scholarships. The annual assistance program provides direct financial aid to residents and students who... [Service Awards announced during Down Syndrome Awareness Month](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/service-awards-announced-during-down-syndrome-awareness-month "Service Awards announced during Down Syndrome Awareness Month") Pathfinder Village recently announced service awards to recognize individuals and programs that exemplify leadership and advocacy, part of its observance of October as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. [Pathfinder to host Splash Path on Oct. 2](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-to-host-splash-path-on-oct-2 "Pathfinder to host Splash Path on Oct. 2") Sign up for colorful, affordable family fun at the Splash Path 5k and Fun Walk at Pathfinder Village on Saturday, October 2. [Crazy Socks highlights colorful partnership with NYCM](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/crazy-socks-highlights-colorful-partnership-with-nycm "Crazy Socks highlights colorful partnership with NYCM") World Down Syndrome Day at Pathfinder Village featured an extra splash of color this year through a special donation by the employees of NYCM Insurance, Edmeston-- colorful pairs of polka-dotted socks. [Take the Pathfinder "3-21 Challenge!"](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/take-the-pathfinder-3-21-challenge "Take the Pathfinder "3-21 Challenge!"") As part of its “Staying Connected” initiative during the pandemic recovery, Pathfinder Village invites families, friends, and fans to take part in its new 3-21 Challenge leading up to World Down Syndrome Day on Sunday, March 21.... [Pathfinder Produce named 2020 Breakout Business by County Chamber](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-produce-named-2020-breakout-business-by-county-chamber "Pathfinder Produce named 2020 Breakout Business by County Chamber") The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce named Pathfinder Produce as its Breakthrough Business of the Year during a virtual gathering last evening, one of four honorees recognized for their vision, focus on business strategies, and service to county res... [Masterpiece Quilt celebrates Pathfinder's 40th Anniversary](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/masterpiece-quilt-celebrates-pathfinders-40th-anniversary "Masterpiece Quilt celebrates Pathfinder's 40th Anniversary") Pathfinder Village received a unique 40th anniversary gift this month from the Fly Creek Quilters, a custom designed masterpiece that now graces the campus' Program Office. The new quilt caps-off an entire month of “staying connected” activities in h... [Pathfinder Village Celebrates National Down Syndrome Month](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/pathfinder-village-celebrates-national-down-syndrome-month "Pathfinder Village Celebrates National Down Syndrome Month") Pathfinder Village residents and students are celebrating October, National Down Syndrome Month, through events and activities centered on the theme of "Staying Connected." [Baseball Miracles teams up with Pathfinder at Doubleday](https://otsegoacademy.org/about-news/baseball-miracles-teams-up-with-pathfinder-at-doubleday "Baseball Miracles teams up with Pathfinder at Doubleday") Beneath perfect skies and at the nation’s best-loved ball diamond, over 50 residents of Pathfinder Village honed their throwing, fielding, and hitting this past weekend with former Major League Baseball players and the staff of the non-profit, Baseba... ## Schema ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://otsegoacademy.org" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "About Us", "item": "https://otsegoacademy.org/about-us" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "News", "item": "https://otsegoacademy.org/about-us/about-us-news" } ] } ```