Sunday 26 August, 1 p.m., at Mt. Tabor-Danby Historical Society, lower level of Griffith Memorial Library, 74 South Main St., Danby:

The Otis family stands to date as one of the most prominent of the founding families of Danby. Throughout the family's 155 year period, in what is now known as the Otis House, the Otises held many town offices, served in at least one war, and ran a variety of business ventures. In this presentation by Netanel Crispe, who now lives in the Otis House, you will be introduced to the fascinating Otis family history and the Otises' impact on Danby. Free will donation. Refreshments. For more information, call Brad Bender, (802) 293-5160.