Verona is part of the Rome metro area of New York known for its annual snowfall and agriculture. The New York State Thruway and the Erie Canal both cross through the town. Major attractions include the Turning Stone Resort and Casino and Verona Beach State Park. Each year in the spring and summer seasons the Fort Ricky Children's Discovery Zoo is open for visitors. Among the local retailers in Verona are The Craft Shack and The Big Red Barn. One of the best places to visit when you are in Verona is Joel's Front Yard Steak House.