Cairo Development Foundation

06/05/2026

🐻🇺🇸✨ Freedom, pride, and community spirit have arrived in Cairo! ✨🇺🇸🐻

Meet “Bearing Liberty,” a proudly patriotic bear now on display as part of the 2026 Cairo Bears & Woodland Animals Community Art Project!

Beautifully created by talented artist MaryJo Buzzanco and proudly sponsored by the Fortnightly Club, Bearing Liberty celebrates the enduring spirit of America, honoring the values of freedom, unity, and community that bring us together.

Adorned with patriotic inspiration and artistic flair, Bearing Liberty stands as a tribute to our nation's heritage and the pride we share in our local communities. From its bold design to its meaningful message, this bear is sure to inspire visitors of all ages. ⭐🗽❤️

From bears to deer, foxes, turtles, bunnies, and more, incredible one-of-a-kind woodland animals are waiting to be discovered throughout Cairo, Round Top, Acra, South Cairo, Purling, and South Durham! 🐻🦌🦊🐢🐰

🗺️ Start your woodland animal adventure today:
CairoDF.com/bearmap

📸 Don’t forget to:
✨ Snap a selfie
✨ Share your favorite sculpture
✨ Tag your adventure in Cairo

🎉 And mark your calendars for the Cairo Bears Auction on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at The Old Factory Brewing Company on Main Street in Cairo — where these amazing sculptures will be auctioned to support future community revitalization projects.

✨ Explore the trail, celebrate community, and let freedom roar! 🇺🇸🐻⭐

06/04/2026

🎨🐻🌲 HUGE SHOUT-OUT TO OUR 2026 CAIRO DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION BEAR & WOODLAND ANIMALS COMMUNITY ART PROJECT SPONSORS! 🌲🐻🎨

The Cairo Development Foundation would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the incredible businesses, organizations, and community members who have stepped forward to support the 2026 Bear & Woodland Animals Community Art Project.

Because of your generosity, this beloved public art project continues to bring creativity, community pride, tourism, and local talent together throughout Cairo and the surrounding communities.

A special thank you to:

• 1st Choice Plumbing and Heating
• Bank of Greene County
• B&B Forest
• Boca Lago Golf & Country Club
• Cairo-Durham High School
• The Art Hub
• Nina's Delightful Bites
• The Juice Branch
• Riedlebauer's Resort
• Living Stone Events
• Whip-O-Will Campground
• Fortnightly Club
• Pioneer Bank
• Stewart's Shops
• John and Holly Schmalz
• Two Brothers Pizza
• Jay Garuc
• Rip's Storage
• Glen Brook Farm
• Lewis and Benoit Attorneys at Law
• Horizon Christian Church
• Kaaterskill Associates
• Living Structures Realty
• National Bank of Coxsackie
• Northeast Medical Supply
• Old Factory Brewing Co.
• Pace Appraisals
• Perzanowski Family
• Slater's Pellets
• White Mule Framing
• Tom Fucito CPA
• Mid-Hudson Cable
• Sawyer Chevrolet

🖼️ 2026 CDF Bear & Woodland Animals Auction

Join us for the grand finale of the 2026 Bear & Woodland Animals Community Art Project at Old Factory Brewing Company, located at 628 Main Street, Cairo, NY.

📅 Date: September 20, 2026
⏰ Time: Noon – 4:00 PM

Don't miss your chance to bid on these one-of-a-kind works of art while enjoying great food, drinks, and the welcoming atmosphere of Old Factory Brewing Company. This is your opportunity to take home a unique piece of the Catskills and support future community projects.
🔗 Auction Tickets & Information: https://www.cairodf.com/bear-auction

Thank you for helping us celebrate art, community, creativity, and the Catskills. We look forward to seeing you at the auction!

06/03/2026

Introduction to the CDF 2026 Art Project Turtles

06/03/2026

🦊🧁❄️ A sweet new fox has arrived in Cairo! ❄️🧁🦊

Meet “Frosted Fox,” a deliciously creative woodland fox now on display as part of the 2026 Cairo Bears & Woodland Animals Community Art Project!

Beautifully created by talented artist Aubrey Masters and proudly sponsored by Nina’s Delightful Bites, Frosted Fox looks as though it has been dipped in sweet frosting and sprinkled with bakery magic. From its whimsical design to its frosty charm, this fox is sure to satisfy every sweet tooth and spark smiles wherever it goes! 🍰✨

With confection-inspired details, playful artistry, and a dash of imagination, Frosted Fox is a delightful reminder that art can be just as sweet as your favorite treat. 🍪🧁❄️

From bears to deer, foxes, turtles, bunnies, and more, incredible one-of-a-kind woodland animals are waiting to be discovered throughout Cairo, Round Top, Acra, South Cairo, Purling, and South Durham! 🐻🦌🦊🐢🐰

🗺️ Start your woodland animal adventure today:
CairoDF.com/bearmap

📸 Don’t forget to:
✨ Snap a selfie
✨ Share your favorite sculpture
✨ Tag your adventure in Cairo

🎉 And mark your calendars for the Cairo Bears Auction on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at The Old Factory Brewing Company on Main Street in Cairo — where these amazing sculptures will be auctioned to support future community revitalization projects.

✨ Follow the trail, enjoy the adventure, and save room for a little sweetness along the way! 🦊🧁🍰❄️

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

🐻⛰️💤 A legend has awakened in Cairo! 💤⛰️🐻

Step into the folklore of the Catskills and meet “A Long Sleep,” a remarkable bear inspired by the timeless tale of Rip Van Winkle, now on display as part of the 2026 Cairo Bears & Woodland Animals Community Art Project!

Beautifully created by talented artist Yuliya Benoit and proudly sponsored by Rip's Storage, this captivating bear celebrates one of the region's most beloved stories. Nestled among the mountains and woodlands of the Catskills, Rip Van Winkle's legendary nap has inspired generations—and now inspires this stunning work of art.

With its rich storytelling, Catskill charm, and imaginative details, A Long Sleep invites visitors to pause, explore, and immerse themselves in the magic and history of our mountain communities. 🍂🌲⛰️

From bears to deer, foxes, turtles, bunnies, and more, incredible one-of-a-kind woodland animals are waiting to be discovered throughout Cairo, Round Top, Acra, South Cairo, Purling, and South Durham! 🐻🦌🦊🐢🐰

🗺️ Start your woodland animal adventure today:
CairoDF.com/bearmap

📸 Don’t forget to:
✨ Snap a selfie
✨ Share your favorite sculpture
✨ Tag your adventure in Cairo

🎉 And mark your calendars for the Cairo Bears Auction on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at The Old Factory Brewing Company on Main Street in Cairo — where these amazing sculptures will be auctioned to support future community revitalization projects.

✨ Whether you're exploring the Catskills or following the woodland animal trail, don't sleep too long—you won't want to miss this adventure! 🐻⛰️💫

09/20/2025

🎉🐻 BEAR-LIEVE IT OR NOT… TODAY’S THE DAY! 🐻🎉

Grab your honey 🍯 and head to The Old Factory Brewing Company on Main Street, Cairo for the CDF 2025 Bear Auction!

🕛 Bear viewing begins at NOON
🔨 Bear-y exciting bidding starts at 1 PM

Don’t paws 🐾—these bears are too cute to hibernate on! You might just find your fur-ever friend today. 🐻💘

It’s going to be un-bear-ably fun… and we can’t wait to see you there! 🍻✨