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    Binghamton has many fantastic examples of Romanesque Revival Architecture in the city's center and is known as the Parlor City for this and for its collection of ornate mansions and nice homes. The Binghamton area is also the Carousel Capital of America, home to 6 of the remaining 150 antique carousels in the nation. Other historic attractions are the Roberson Museum, Kopernik Space Center, and the Ross Park Zoo.
    Both Rod Serling and the regional sandwich known as the "spiedie" were born here. They are celebrated at the annual Rod Serling Video Fest and the Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally, respectively. Despite Binghamton location as the urban core of the region, it has been named a Tree City by the National Arbor Day Foundation for many years, and has been ranked as the 9th best Green City by Better Homes and Gardens. The city has also achieved international recognition as a finalist for Philips Livable Cities Award for its Design Your Own Park program.

    The city is also home of The State University of New York at Binghamton (aka Binghamton University) [http://www.binghamton.edu], which acts as an athletic, academic, and cultural center for the city.
    • Neighborhoods

      The City of Binghamton is divided into seven neighborhoods.

      *City Center

      This is the region's administrative, business, entertainment and transportation center. It is located at the confluence of the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers south of the Norfolk Southern rail tracks and west of the Brandywine Highway. Generally, the city is characterized by commercial properties and several high-rise apartments towards the rivers with lower class single- and multifamily dwellings towards the highway. There are several areas of urban blight, most notably along the Brandywine industrial spine.

      Downtown Binghamton is notable for its architecture and is the site of the Court Street Historic District. This district contains many historic buildings (89 in total) from the turn of the previous century, of which the Press Building and the Security Mutual Building are the most notable. A number of buildings on the National Register by famed architect Isaac G Perry are located here as well, including the Perry Block, the Broome County Courthouse, and the Phelps Mansion.

      *Westside

      Located across the Chenango River from Downtown. This area is largely residential and its character ranges from urban to suburban. In general, the area between Seminary Avenue and the Susquehanna River is inhabited by middle to upper-class residents, while the area north of Seminary Avenue to the First Ward is inhabited by working-class residents and students from the neighboring colleges. There is a commercial corridor along Main St with mostly light commercial facilities and a couple of large plazas. Binghamton High School, location of the Helen Foley Theater, is located here, just across the Court St bridge from Downtown. Lourdes Hospital can also be found here.

      Despite its residential character a number of historic and architecturally significant buildings can be found on the Westside. The Roberson Museum, the Gen. Edward F. Jones House, and the Abel Bennett Tract can be found here, to name but a few.

      *Southside

      The Southside refers to the area of the city south of the Susquehanna River. It varies from upper-class homes in the western and southern portion to mostly middle class everywhere else. There is a small commercial center at the southern end of the S Washington St bridge including a variety of light commercial and restaurants and is also the site of Binghamton General Hospital. More light commercial and some light industrial can be found along parts of Conklin Ave, with more industry the further east one travels.

      The Southside is also home to the Ross Park Zoo and the Discovery Center.

      *Eastside

      The Eastside lies east of the downtown area along the north bank of the Susquehanna River. It is mostly characterized by the Brandywine Industrial Spine, a region of heavy industry and urban blight that separates it from the rest of the city. Beyond this the neighborhood is largely working class, with various shops and restaurants concentrated on Robinson St. Rt 11, or Upper Court St as it is known once it passes under the Brandywine, is more commercial in nature, with several strip malls and home to most of the regions adult entertainment outlets.

      The original Dicks Sporting Goods store is still in operation here, it can be found on Upper Court St a little past the Salvation Army. The area is also home to the New York State Inebriate Asylum, the first mental health facility to treat alcoholism as a disease. It too was designed by Isaac Perry and is listed on both the State and National historic registers.

      *Northside

      The Northside is located just north of downtown across the Norfolk Southern rail tracks. It is characterized by large sections of commercial activity just north of downtown and along Chenango St. The rest of the area is residential, mostly working class single family homes.

      *First Ward

      The First Ward is largely a residential neighborhood. It occupies the area west of the Chenango River between the Norfolk Southern tracks I86/Rt 17. There are several notable Victorian style mansions along front street that have been transformed into mutli-family dwellings, but beyond that the First Ward is mostly known for Antique Row, located along Clinton St. Many portions of this street are blight, particularly toward Front St, but what is left has been turned into numerous antique shops. The Tri-Cities Opera can also be found on Clinton St.

      *Ely Park

      Ely Park is the area west of the Chenango River and north of I86/Rt 17. It is generally residential and is primarily known for the municipal golf course and the government subsidized housing project of the same name located here.

    • Greater Binghamton

      While the Binghamton Metropolitan Statistical area includes all Broome and Tioga Counties, the area referred to as Greater Binghamton is much less defined. Generally, it refers to the larger region of conurbation surrounding the city of Binghamton, from Kirkwood in the east to Endicott in the west and includes the following list of towns and villages. Most of these communities are considered to be small suburbs or bedroom communities with a couple of thousand residents, however, there is an exceptionally high level of integration between them, so much so that most outsiders will not realize they have crossed a municipal line. Many natives, even, will have trouble distinguishing where one community ends and another begins. Ultimately, these communities are only meaningful within the region itself, as the entire area is known as 'Binghamton' to the outside world.

      *Chenango Bridge

      A small suburb of Binghamton, it is located the furthest north along the Chenango River. It is notable for the Rt 12A bridge across the river.

      *Conklin

      Located just east of Binghamton along the Susquehanna River. Its industrial park is home to several major employers in the area including L-3 Communications, Universal Instruments, and Frito Lay. There is a small castle built as a residence by Alpheus Corby in 1900. It currently houses several of the town offices.

      *Endwell

      A generally upscale residential suburb sandwiched between Endicott and Johnson City and across the Susquehanna from Vestal. It is home to Highland Park and its well known Fourth of July fireworks display, as well as several golf courses and the IBM Glen. Traditions at the Glen Spa and Resort can be found here.

      *Endicott
      *Hillcrest

      Located north of Binghamton on the east bank of the Chenango river; it is between Port Dickinson and Chenango Bridge. This is a small residential suburb.

      *Johnson City

      Part of the 'Triple Cities' (although, again just a village), Johnson City is one of the major communities in the region. The village immediatly borders and is indistinguishable from Binghamton's west side. One of the regions main shopping centers, the Oakdale Mall can be found here, as can the Endicott-Johnson Industrial Spine, a 230 acre area of industrial ruins that is slowly being revitalized. There are many small shops along Main St in Johnson City's center.

      *Port Dickinson

      Located north of Binghamton on the opposite side of the river from Hillcrest. Broome Community College can be found here, as can Otseningo Park: home of the Spedie Fest and Balloon Rally. Port Dickinson (Port Dick) is largely residential in the immediate vicinity of BCC, however, further north is the Upper Front Street commercial district. This is a smaller version of the 'Parkway' in Vestal and contains many shops, restaurants, plazas, and strip malls. A few of the bigger chain stores can be found here such as Lowes and Regal Cinemas, one of the regions two multi-screen movie theaters. Port Dick is also home to Sam the Beer Man.

      *Vestal

      Vestal occupies all of the southern bank of the Susquehanna River west of Binghamton. This is the regions commercial center, with many large plazas, strip malls, shopping centers, and most of the regions big box stores built along the Vestal Parkway. There is also a lot of heavier industry and a sewage treatment plant located along Old Vestal Rd. Upper-class residential areas are built along the hillsides and hilltops to the south. The western part of Vestal, known as 'Four Corners' is home to the Vestal schools (ranked among the highest in the nation) and has more of a small town character, with small shops along Front St and middle class neighborhoods. The Parkways is the areas busiest roadway and is best avoided unless you have a reason to be there.

      *West Corners

      Located just north of Endicott along Rt 26, this is generally considered the furthest westward extent of the Greater Binghamton region. There is a small shopping plaza surrounded by residential areas. West Corners is only notable for being home to the nationally recognized Phil's Chicken House.

    • Climate

      Binghamton has a humid continental climate with 4 distinct seasons and is well known for its gloomy weather. On sunny days, it is common to hear locals remark on the absurdity of sunlight in Binghamton: "What is this crazy yellow orb and why does it hurt my eyes so?" This doesn't happen often though considering Binghamton averages 152 sunny days a years. Binghamton also has a reputation as one of the rainiest cities in America. Its not, it only gets about 36in a year, but it does average 161 days of precipitation so it can certainly seem like it.

      Spring weather in Binghamton is often very unsettled, especially early on. Snowstorms in late April, although uncommon, are not unheard of. Often times, snow is preceded or followed by warm weather... sometimes in the same day! Spring flooding is common and the rivers are often elevated through the entire season as first snow melts and then heavy rains come. Rainy days, are no more common than the rest of the year but are often heavier. However, once the unsettled weather of March and April is over, the weather is often fantastic with warm, pleasant days and the scent of myriad spring blooms filling the air.

      Summer is generally not too hot, with temperatures often in the low to mid 80's. However they tend to be very humid, often oppressively so, and are best described as 'swampy'. Humidity tends to be worse in August and in the afternoon when temperatures are highest. Frequently the humidity will stay elevated for days at a time with no break, and often gets worse at night, making sleep uncomfortable without air conditioning. Swarms of enormous mosquitoes patrol the city on these days and have been known to carry off cats and small dogs.

      Fall can be one of the most beautiful seasons in Binghamton and not just for the scenery. The humidity generally breaks in mid September and temperatures will usually remain pleasantly warm right up until it snows... usually on Halloween.

      Winter tends to be cold, snowy, and unpredictable. Some years are subject to repeated freeze/thaw cycles that leave the city covered in a thick layer of hard packed snow and ice. Other years, it starts snowing and never stops, with each new storm packing the snow underneath into a thick layer of hard packed snow and ice. See the trend here? The city is perfectly situated to take advantage of both lake-effect snows off the Great Lakes and Nor'Easters coming in off the Atlantic (a Nor'Easter is like a hurricane, only with snow instead of rain). However, the cities distance from the Lakes and the barrier formed by the Appalachian Mountains tends to limit these to only a foot or two at a time. The Public Works Dept does a passable job of keeping the highways clear, but in recent years has done a terrible job on city streets, with some streets not getting plowed at all until days after the storm has passed.

  • filter_dramaGet in
    • By plane

      The area is served by the Greater Binghamton Airport [url=http://www.flybgm.com/],]approximation 7mi/ 12km Northwest of the city center. As of 2012, destinations served by the airport include Philadelphia (US Airways Express), Detroit (Delta Connection), and Washington-Dulles Airport (United Express). There are 3-4 flights a day to and from each destination. Service is provided primarily by 35 seat turboprop aircraft, although the three daily flights to Detroit are on regional jets.

      *On-site car rental is available from Avis, Budget, and Hertz.
      *Licensed taxis line up right outside the terminal, no need to call ahead. Fare to any point within the Binghamton, the Tri-Cities or Vestal is a flat $25 one-way.
      *A handful of weekday trips on the 7 Clinton bus serve the airport by request, see [url=http://www.ridebctransit.com/files/transit/pdfs/Summer%202012/7%20SUMMER.pdf[/url].]Riders must call BC Transit at (607) 778-1692 thirty minutes prior to pickup to schedule airport service.

      More flights and destinations are available at Syracuse-Hancock International Airport [http://www.syrairport.org/[/url], roughly 70 miles north of Binghamton, with another alternative being Albany International Airport (95 miles northeast). Syracuse is served by low cost carrier JetBlue, while Albany is served by Southwest Airlines.

    • By bus

      Intercity bus service is available from the Binghamton Bus Terminal in center city adjacent to BC Junction (the hub for local bus service.)

    • By car

      Three highways service the Binghamton area.
      *I-81 runs north to [wiki=b9b05d1cd9ae394ebebca89b72c367e7]Syracuse[/wiki], [wiki=f7ac23edaba3e21c446da949f20cb56d]Watertown[/wiki], and ends at the [wiki=93d2ae600803edbb4d2489d4c69f7a06]Thousand Islands[/wiki]. Along the way it passes by the [wiki=3cbb64f23259df110a4860da9fae0f24]Finger Lakes[/wiki] region, Lake Ontario, and the [wiki=e324e312e8cf2f18688f090bfbe9a779]Adirondack Mountains[/wiki]. To the south it passes through the Endless Mountains on the way to Scranton, PA.
      *I-88 begins in Binghamton and runs northeast to [wiki=35464e0ed96bea89f8d741fa2e71aa12]Albany[/wiki]. It passes through Oneonta and Cobleskill, and is the nearest highway to [wiki=73236a44e8210a6daff0409b5e264f16]Cooperstown[/wiki].
      *I-86/NY17 passes through the entire [wiki=bf1c88cf4a6d5a362dfbc9347afe72e6]Southern Tier[/wiki] on its way downstate. To the west it passes through [wiki=36b1337b6d93364effffb7610b2ba143]Elmira[/wiki] and [wiki=2bd765d00ac9c5ba8ead2ccb8698315b]Corning[/wiki] and eventually ends at I-90 in Pennsylvania. To the east, it skirts the [wiki=9cd0c50321ac0514849b242c5aa030a6]Catskill Mountains[/wiki] and I-86 ends at I-87 in the [wiki=c1d4bd4da3d4b2b5d7d1dfc641610ec8]Hudson Valley region[/wiki], but 17 turns south and eventually ends in New Jersey.

  • filter_dramaGet around
    Public transportation in Greater Binghamton and outlying areas is served by BC Transit, a service of the Broome County Department of Transportation [url=http://www.gobroomecounty.com/transit/].]Transit options are not limited to the local fixed-routes buses. BC Country provides transportation in outlying areas but must be arraigned in advance. BC Lift and OFA Mini-bus provide direct pickup for disabled and elderly residents who register with the Transportation Dept.

    Taxis are plentiful in the city but generally have to be called for a pickup. There are a few areas, such as State Street late at night, major shopping areas (e.g. Walmart), and the airport where they congregate uncalled, but this is the exception rather than the rule. Taxi companies do not require you to call ahead, except at certain peak times (such as late Friday and Saturday nights) they can usually have a car to you in 15 minutes or less.

    Bicycle routes exist but are limited. There are several streets with designated bike lanes, and several more with markings to warn drivers of possible bicycle traffic. However, bicycle transportation is not common, an many drivers, while not hostile, seem unsure of how to handle bike traffic.

    Students at Binghamton University are also served by OCCT (Off-Campus College Transport) [http://www.occtransport.com/[/url].
    • Highways and Roads

      Interstate 81
      *I-81 is a north-south federal highway that passes through the central and southeastern part of Greater Binghamton.

      Interstate 88
      *The Senator Warren M. Anderson Expressway/Susquehanna Expressway. It is a direct link from Binghamton to [wiki=31927cbbf0f332316f28a2f588975b1a]Albany[/wiki].

      Interstate 86
      *I-86 is an upgrade of the existing New York State Route 17. Known as the Southern Tier Expressway, the route will connect Interstate 90 with Interstate 87 (New York State Thruway). Construction generally takes place on small sections at a time with a great deal of the upgrade already completed. Major projects that remain are Kamikaze Curve (the I-81/I-86 interchange) and eastern stretch through the [wiki=9cd0c50321ac0514849b242c5aa030a6]Catskill Mountains[/wiki].

      U.S. Route 11
      *US 11 is paralleled by I-81 for most of its route and Binghamton is no exception. US 11 is also a north-south route through the central and southeastern part of the city, however US 11 goes right through the city rather than around it. US 11 follows Court St through downtown, then turns north onto Front St after crossing the Court St bridge.

      New York State Route 7
      *Parallels US 11 on the south bank of the Susquehanna River from the [wiki=9ac31dfb3a2f5b994f4009eb0a3c0949]PA[/wiki] border until it turns north at the Tompkins St bridge. Conklin Ave runs concurrently with NY 7 for much of its length. It is known as the Brandywine Highway from the Tompkins St bridge until it intersects I-88.

      New York State Route 12
      *Bears mentioning mostly because it begins in the Greater Binghamton region, it diverges from US 11 just north of Port Dickinson. Upper Front St continues along NY 12 for a mile or two north. NY 12A diverges from here to the community of Chenango Bridge.

      New York State Route 17
      *FUTURE Interstate 86
      *NY 17 is an important route in the area, serving as the main east-west travel axis in the Greater Binghamton region. Traffic can be heavy during rush hours but generally moves along at speed without problems.

      New York State Route 17C
      *NY 17C is the old NY 17 route. It travels west to east into Greater Binghamton from Owego and is Main St for most of the communities it passes through. It terminates at Front St in Binghamton, but the road continues across the Court St bridge and becomes, oddly enough, Court St.

      New York State Route 26
      *The major north-south route on the western end of the Greater Binghamton region. It starts at the [wiki=9ac31dfb3a2f5b994f4009eb0a3c0949]PA[/wiki] border south of Vestal and travels north to Endicott, West Corners, and beyond.

      New York State Route 201
      *Known as the 201 Flyover. It is a short, north-south highway that connects the major shopping districts on Harry L Drive (including the Oakdale Mall) and the Vestal Parkway with NY 17C and I-86/NY 17. This is one of the most heavily traveled bridges across the Susquehanna and traffic can easily grind to a halt on the southbound lane during rush hours due to poor design. Construction is currently underway to replace the NY 434 interchange and improve traffic flow. Traffic has not been affected much yet, but it may be wise to seek alternate routes.

      New York State Route 363
      * Known locally as North Shore Drive, it is a short, north-south limited-access highway that bypasses downtown Binghamton and links NY 434 to NY 7.

      New York State Route 434
      *Generally called the Vestal Parkway between the Binghamton city line and the NY 26 overpass, this road is heavily traveled and best avoided when at all possible. The section between Bunn Hill Rd and African Rd is almost all plazas and strip malls and is very congested at all times.

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    A fairly new public park, this provides an scenic location to enjoy the meeting of the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers as well as enjoy the historic Washington Street bridge. Nearby cafes and bars are found at the south end of the bridge. It is easily accessible by canoe or kayak from the river, and kayakers are often seen surfing a standing wave on the Susquehanna nearby.
    *A teaching and research garden of 3.5 acres maintained by the Cornell Cooperative Extension.
    *This county park offers good recreational opportunities in all seasons. In winter, it offers affordable cross-country ski rentals and 5.5 miles of groomed trails with good options for beginners.
    *Extending for about three miles along the west bank of the Chenango River, Otsiningo Park offers many recreational opportunities, including several miles of paved pedestrian/bicycle trails. There are several good locations for birdwatching. Restrooms and water fountains are available in several areas as well as soccer and baseball fields.
    *A neighborhood park built as part of local shoemaker George F. Johnson's "square deal" for his workers, "Rec Park" is a popular place year-round. It features public pools, playgrounds, and the second-largest of the six Herschell Carousels Mr. Johnson donated to the community on the condition that they be maintained with free admission in perpetuity. When it works, the Wurlitzer music machine makes the ride around particularly fun.
    *Built at a cost of $1 million in 1901, the Kilmer Mansion is easily the most elaborate single family home ever constructed in Binghamton history. The Kilmers played a prominent role in Binghamton history, and the estate formerly covered much of the town's West Side. The home has been owned and maintained for more than 50 years by Temple Concord, a Reform Jewish congregation which opens it up for a seasonal "Hanukkah House" exhibition during the winter holiday season. Even if you're not around when the exhibit is open, the building itself is something to behold from the outside.
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    • Carousels

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    • Movies

      Independent, not-for profit theater with two screens. Housed in a former rail depot.
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      *First run. 9 screens.
      *First run. 12 screens with surround sound.

    • Museums and Education

      This museum is located in the former home of Harlow Bundy, who with his brother Willard, built up what eventually became the International Business Machines (IBM) corporation. The stated mission of the museum is to honor local entreprenuers, artists, and personalities by showcasing the fruits of their labor and the culture they influenced. The museum includes an extensive collection showcasing the Bundy Time Recording company with the clocks and punch-cards that became IBM's first major boon. Also features an eclectic collection of arts and antiques.
      *The mission of The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier is to develop the intellectual, physical and emotional well-being of the children of the Southern Tier through participatory exhibits and programs. Everything is hands-on.
      *The Kopernik Observatory bills itself as "the best-sited and best equipped public observatory in the Northeast United States for over 25 years". During the warmer half of the year, it offers regular educational programming and observation every Friday evening.
      *A well-preserved and maintained example of Binghamton architecture in the guilded age, the Phelps Mansion was the home of a successful local banker in the 1870s. It was designed by Isaac Perry, known for many locally significant historic landmarks as well as the New York State Capitol. Tours are available during regular hours or by appointment.
      *Roberson Museum and Science Center engages people of all ages and backgrounds by providing community-relevant exhibitions and programs in art, history and science education. It hosts the Binghamton Visitor's Center, which is open daily, free of charge. The museum features a planetarium with regular shows for an extra $4 per person. Museum exhibitions include the largest public model train layout and many other temporary exhibitions.
      *The Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park, is the nation's fifth oldest zoo in continual operation. In recent years the zoo has benefited from increased community investment and management, and you can see the care taken in its volunteer maintained gardens and well-kept if modest exhibits. It makes an enjoyable and educational half-day visit. Be sure to spend some time with the Golden Lion Tamarins. If you stay a while, you may hear the gray wolves howl at the sound of sirens from the occasional ambulance approaching nearby General Hospital. The antique carousel by the zoo entrance is, like all others in the area, open to the public free of charge.

    • Arts and Culture

      Consisting of three individual theaters (Osterhout Concert Theater, Chamber Hall, and Watters Theater), The Anderson Center provides a world-class venue for any size performance that may come to the region. The Center strives to bring in a variety of international performances in keeping with the universities multicultural perspective, however, it also hosts many local and national performances.
      *Lead by Jose-Luis Novo, the Binghamton Philharmonic produces a classical and chamber music series at the Anderson Center for Performing Arts and a popular music series at the Forum Theater downtown.
      *Blues festival held annually on the historic South Washington St Bridge in mid September. 180 (or so) bands will perform along with food and crafts vendors.
      *Binghamton's two largest indoor venues are managed by the Broome County Department of Parks and Recreation. The Arena hosts numerous traveling productions and music concerts. It is also the home venue of the local professional ice hockey team, the Binghamton Senators. The Forum is a restored vaudeville house and hosts the Tri Cities Opera, popular music productions of the Binghamton Philharmonic, and Broadway Theater League shows.
      *35 to 45 downtown venues provide gallery hopping, art openings, music and theater shows to fine dining and entertainment on the first Friday of each month.
      *Nationally recognized arts and culture celebration to bring in the new year. City buses provide transportation to events scattered around the city through-out the evening. At midnight a massive bonfire is lit outside The Arena.
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      *A festival showcasing native peoples of the Americas, particularly the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) heritage of upstate New York. The park itself was the site of an 18th century Haudenosaunee village.
      *State wide film contest for would-be directors in grades k-12. Film entries are screened at the Helen Foley Theatre in Binghamton, and aired publicly on WSKG Public Television Station
      *The Spiedie Fest brings together about 100,000 people to celebrate local culture, launch a hot air balloon rally, and yes, serve up lots of spiedies. The name of the food is from the Italian word for "skewer", appropriate as the dish was invented/adapted by Italian immigrants who settled here in the early 20th century. There are also many arts, crafts, live music, and all the other sorts of things you'd expect at a big fair.
      *By having its parade day early, Binghamton gets to showcase some of the best groups from NYC, Philadelphia, Scranton, and elsewhere.
      *Founded in 1949, the Tri-Cities Opera delivers three major opera productions each year at the Forum Theater as well as a number of shorter productions at its Clinton Street location.

    • Sporting Events and Recreation

      AA minor league team. Feeder for New York Mets.
      *Professional hockey team of Binghamton area.
      *Premier cycling and running event held in honor drunk driving victim, Chris Thater. Traditionally falls on the last weekend of August
      *Formerly the BC Open, it is now a stop on the PGA Tournament of Champions.
      *Men's Challenger tennis tournament held over 9 days a few weeks prior to the US Open. Challengers are Pro Circuit tennis players from around the world.
      *World famous high school basketball tournament held during the Christmas season. Host some of the best teams from across the nation.
      *One of the top high school softball tournaments in the country. Heavily visited by college softball coaches.
      *American Legion youth baseball tournament featuring world-class Legion baseball teams held annually in July

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    • Big Box Stores

      Oakdale Mall - anchored by Macy's, The Bon-Ton, JCPenney, Sears, and Burlington Coat Factory, it is the only indoor super-regional mall in the Greater Binghamton area and within a 50-mile radius. Located in suburban Johnson City.

      *Vestal Parkway in suburban Vestal has most of the area's big box retail strip centers.

      *Downtown Binghamton has several shopping options including a Boscov's department store.

    • Art Galleries and Gift Shops

      *Anthony Brunelli is known particular for his photorealist works, but his gallery features several other artists including Marla Olmstead whose early childhood was the subject of the 2007 documentary "My Kid Could Paint That".
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      *A local artist cooperative with about two dozen members, Cooperative Gallery 213 has some work of each member on display at all times and a rotating feature exhibition for one of its members.
      *In addition to providing multimedia production services, On Point has gallery featuring one or two local artists at a time.
      *Features paintings by various local artists, including a large rotating solo exhibition.
      *Billing itself as Binghamton's premier craft gallery and gift shop, Tom's does not disappoint. There's something for just about everyone in here, and if you get hungry while you're looking expect a variety complementary gourmet treats: chutneys, salsas, biscuits.

    • Antiques

      Stuffed with wonderful items old and older, the Mad Hatter is among the best of the shops on Clinton Street, which is also billed locally as "Antique Row". Leave yourself a good hour to explore the shop.

  • filter_dramaEat
    Binghamton has always been (and still is) a melting pot of ethnic flavors. The city's history has been strongly influenced by German, Italian, and Polish immigrants; with many today coming from Eastern Europe, Latin America, and India. The eateries in the city reflect this and provide that big city cultural and culinary experience largely missing in many small cities. Many of the national chains are present in the city as well, and are easily located.
    • General Food/Cafes

      Innovative and tasty sandwiches and wraps and 20+ beers on tap. (Wine and bottled beer also available.) Great vegetarian options.
      *Tasty panini and pastry with decent coffee and laid back atmosphere make Java Joe's a comfortable place to grab a snack or light meal.
      *This local coffee house roasts coffee beans to order and emphasizes direct trade and sustainable practices.
      *Nezuntoz
      *Pat Mitchell's Ice Cream
      *This eclectic fusion restaurant serves great and generous dishes. Though they offer lunch, the place really heats up at night and often has live music. It can get busy, particularly when the university is in session so you may want to call ahead.
      *Delicious, homemade baked goods and fine coffee await you at this South Side gem. It has a friendly owner, laid-back atmosphere, and often shows local artists' work on its walls. There are free tango (or salsa, can't remember) lessons every week that make you part of the entertainment!
      *Excellent French dining in downtown Binghamton. Depending on the time of day and day of the week, this place offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and nightlife.

    • Grocery/Deli

      Live musical performances often accompany the Friday farmer's market.

    • Indian Food

      Curry's of India 45 Court St # 2, Binghamton. A nice hole in the wall with a very affordable lunch buffet.
      *Taj Restaurant 59 Main Street, Binghamton.

    • Italian

      Binghamton has some of the most authentic southern Italian and Sicilian food this side of Italy. Each of these restaurants also serves pizza but the focus is on fine Italian dinning.
      *Cortese Restaurant[url=http://www.corteserestaurant.com/],]117 Robinson Street, Binghamton.
      *Grandes Bella Cucina[http://www.grandesbellacucina.com/[/url], 1171 Vestal Avenue, Binghamton.
      *Grotta Azzurra 52 Main St # 1, Binghamton.
      *Don't let the facade fool you! This restaurant sits in the basement of one of Binghamton's oldest buildings. The winding stairwell that you follow down drops you at what used to be the ground floor when State Street was the Chenango Canal. The light fare is the best here, especially the thin crust pizza.
      *This charming little restaurant offers more than the outside suggests. Several pasta dishes are homemade, and the manicotti are especially good. The original owner was quite an art collector and you will find dozens of paintings to look at while you wait for your order, including several idyllic, impressionistic paintings of local landmarks by Armonodo Dellasanta.
      *Among the very best Italian restaurants in the Binghamton area. The location is a bit odd, but the food is exceptional. Make sure to come hungry -- the servings are extremely generous and you'll want to leave room from dessert.

    • Pizzerias

      Pizza in Binghamton is predominantly New York Style. However, Binghamton is well known (and sometimes reviled) for its 'sheet' or square pizza.
      *Bella Pizza 1116 Chenango Street, Binghamton.
      *La Cucina Pizzeria 62 Glenwood Ave, Binghamton.
      *Leroy Pizza & Subs 67 Leroy St, Binghamton.
      *Nandos 286 Conklin Ave, Binghamton.
      *New York Pizzeria[url=http://www.nypizzeria.com/]]33 W State Street, Binghamton.
      *Nirchi's[http://www.nirchis.com/[/url] 954 Front Street, 219 Main Street, and 166 Water St, Binghamton.
      *Pronto Cucina 790 Conklin Rd, Binghamton.
      Mama Giuseppa Restaurant, 4 South Liberty Street, Endicott (from I-86, take exit 67N then Main St west for about 1.5 mi, then R on Liberty St), ☎ (607) 748-7200‎. Among the very best Italian restaurants in the Binghamton area. The location is a bit odd, but the food is exceptional. Make sure to come hungry -- the servings are extremely generous and you'll want to leave room from dessert. Mid-range.

    • Pub Food/Diners

      Park Diner, 119 Conklin Ave, 607.722.9840. Traditional greek diner located on a little hill above the Rockbottom Dam and across the river from downtown Binghamton. It has a fantastic view and the food is is just as good. The Par is very popular with locals and eeekend mornings (in particular Sunday) are generally very busy... there can be a wait. Budget
      *The Spot, 1062 Upper Front St, 607.723.8149‎. The Spot is open 24/7 and is frequented by the local college scene. The food and service are great with some of the best french toast ever offered on a menu. Mid-range
      *Thirsty's Tavern, 46 S Washington St, 607.771.0660 [http://www.southbridgeroom.com/thirsty1smenu/]. This local tavern specializes in providing the down-to-earth experience. The decor is barn-like with rough wood floors and barrels for tables and stools for seats. Good beer, a burger-heavy menu, and frequent local bands provide a good atmosphere. There is a banquet hall and catering as well. Budget

    • Specialty/Steakhouse

      Kilmer Brasserie & Steakhouse, 31 Lewis St, 607.217.7270 [url=http://www.kilmerrestaurant.com/].]Located in the historic Kilmer Building, this is Binghamton latest edition to the upscale dinning scene. French and American cuisine is featured along with steaks. The restaurant has many interesting specials including B.Y.O.W. Thursdays. Splurge
      *Number 5, 33 S Washington St, 607.723.0555 [url=http://www.number5restaurant.com/[/url].]Built in the old Fire Station #5 building (circa 1897), this is generally considered Binghamton's premier upscale restaurant. Splurge
      *Whole in the Wall, 43 S. Washington St, 607.722.5138 [http://www.wholeinthewall.com/[/url]. Pleasant restaurant on the Southside that specializes in natural and wholesome meals. Mid-range

    • Spiedies

      The Spiedie is a regional dish born in Binghamton to Italian immigrants. It consists of marinated chunks of meat grilled over charcoal on metal skewers. It is served still on the skewer with a slice of italian bread (almost always Felix Roma's) used to pull the meat off, usually with a little marinade drizzled on top. The meat was originally lamb, but has come to include chicken, pork, and venison.

      *Sharkey's Restaurant, 56 Glenwood Ave, 607.729.9201. Purported to be the birthplace of the spiedie, it is certainly the oldest remaining purveyor and one of the tastiest. Budget
      *Lupo's S&S Char Pit, 6 West State Street, 607.723.6106 [url=http://www.spiedies.com/].]One of the two major spiedie sauce labels in the area (the other being Salamida's). Budget
      *Spiedie and Rib Pit, 1268 Front Street, Binghamton, 607.722.7628 and 3908 Vestal Parkway East, Vestal, 607.729.2679 [http://spiedieandribpit.com/[/url]. Budget

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    Upscale microbrewery with excellent food to boot. Brewmaster was already locally renowned for Roosterfish Brewing in Watkins Glen and has brought craft back to his hometown.
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    * rough-edged town bar that is popular with students
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    *Binghamton's first microbrewery. Rotating tap list of 6-8 beers brewed in house. Casual, fun atmosphere with great food and friendly staff. Fresh, local, and uncomplicated.
    • State Street

      One of the most popular areas in Binghamton for the drinking crowd, particularly among BU students. The pub area of the street is generally closed town to vehicular traffic in the evenings on weekends. This is the epicenter of the annual 'Pub Crawl' among graduating BU seniors.

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      *A well-kept and friendly B&B in a comfortable home that dates from the 19th century. Hosts serve a generous and wholesome breakfast.

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    The bureau offers lots of information on its website.
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    [wiki=e8abe8a0e75bfb3e1e081b6fb762aadf]Ithaca[/wiki]
    *[wiki=4d53259d3934711959a182bcad3d628e]Cortland[/wiki]
    **Greek Peak is the nearest downhill ski resort to Binghamton. It has expanded significantly in recent years and also offers nordic options. About 40 minutes drive from Binghamton.

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