NORWICH – Saluting the longstanding history of maple production in the area, the Chenango County Historical Society is keeping on a tradition that pays tribute to the industry with the third annual Maple Sunday, set to take place from noon to 4 p.m. this weekend on the grounds of the museum on Rexford Street in Norwich.

The free, yearly event is a grand way to usher in the spring season by recognizing the contributions Chenango County has made to the maple production over the course of a century, as well as the innovative processes that have changed the face of the industry. From old methods of capturing tree sap through wooden tools and metal buckets, to the modern-day tubing system that makes maple production more efficient, the Historical Society will demonstrate the techniques that have made maple production a lucrative business in Chenango County.

“This is actually my favorite event of the year,” said CCHS Director and Curator Meghan Molloy. “It’s definitely a kid-friendly event with lots of things to do and lots of maple products to eat. We had a great turnout last year and we are hoping to be just as successful with it this year.”

Throughout the afternoon, CCHS volunteers and local maple producers including Cooks Maple Products, Bakers Maple Products, and other members of the Central New York Maple Producers Association will offer syrup production demonstrations, and provide maple-flavored foods like cookies and cakes; even sno-cones, cotton candy and yogurt (compliments of Chobani) will be available to get a taste of the trade.