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Thompson Health Guild Hosting Pie Sale

The Thompson Health Guild is hosting a pie sale, accepting pre-orders now through Nov. 8. Made by Special Touch Bakery, the 10-inch pies are $16 apiece and there are nine varieties to choose from.Order online here: 

Pre-ordered pies may be picked up on Friday, Nov. 20, between 3 and 5 p.m. at the pole barn behind F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua (enter the parking lot via The Thompson Way, a private drive off of West Street). Pick-up will be masked and socially distanced.Fruit pies are delivered frozen and ready to bake (baking instructions included). Cream pies will be delivered frozen (simply thaw and serve).

 For more information, call Nash Bock at (585) 519-1011.

  Stroke Support Group to Meet Nov. 5, via Zoom 

UR Medicine Thompson Health’s Stroke Support Group will host an online meeting, via Zoom video conferencing, on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 1 p.m.

The group is open to individuals who have experienced a stroke, as well as their loved ones and caregivers. The facilitator is stroke-certified registered nurse Sarah Gallagher, the stroke coordinator at F.F. Thompson Hospital.

To sign up for the Nov. 5 Zoom meeting, email 

. Call (585) 396-6965 for more information.

Wood Library is open!  

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Teen Game Night:  the Spooky Edition

Fri, Oct 30 I 6:00PM

Grades 6-12.  Dress in costume and join us for virtual games using the Discord server.  

Scary Stories told in the Dark

Fri, Oct 30 I 7:00PM

Grade 3-5. Are you ready for some hair-raising tales? Only the bravest kids should dare to join us on 

 for this virtual program of bone chilling stories.

Teen Take and Make Craft

Sat, Oct 31 I All day

Grades 6-12.  

 just in time for Halloween. Pick up your bag at the library on Saturday, October 31.

Young Adult Game Night

Sat, Oct 31 I 7:00PM

Ages 19-30.  We're hosting a Halloween-themed virtual game night for young adults.  Dress in costume and join our game.  

Computer Classes for Seniors:  Using Canva

Mon, Nov 2 I 2:00PM

 For persons age 60+ who reside in Ontario County.  

Canva

 is a free online creation tool. Make flyers, brochures, resumes, social media graphics, wedding invitations, infographics, postcards, certificates, and more.  Learn the basics, walk through a guided design, and create a project.  

Knitting Konnection

Mon, Nov 2 I 7:00PM

A virtual social gathering of fiber crafters.  All skill levels welcomed.  

Time for Twos

Tuesdays I 10:30AM

Age 2 with parent or caregiver.  Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children's Services Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet on 

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Bedtime Stories

Wednesdays I 7:00PM

Ages 3-7.  Wear your jammies and cozy up at home for stories, songs and fun with Children's Services Librarian Mrs. Ferris on 

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Preschool Storytime

Thursdays I 10:30AM

Ages 3-5.  Join Mrs. Ferris on 

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 for Storytime online!  New stories, fingerplays, and flannel board fun every Thursday morning.

Mother Goose at Home

Fri, Nov 6 I 10:00AM

Age 6-24 months.  An early literacy program featuring nursery rhymes, songs and stories.  On Facebook.  

 for a program materials bag that you can pick up at the library before the program or use materials from home.

Computer Class for Seniors:  Buying a New Computer

Fri, Nov 6 I 10:00AM

For persons age 60+ who reside in Ontario County.  Buying a new computer or tablet can be overwhelming. This virtual class is a guide through the purchase process with the goal of helping you decide which type of computer will best fit your needs and where to buy one. Learn the pros and cons of buying new vs. refurbished vs. used, as well as some tips on how to transfer data from an old computer to a new one.  

Sonnenberg Gardens open Thursday - Sunday, 10 am - 4 pm

Please remember your masks - masks required in all buildings and when you can not be socially distant.

Farmington's Farmer's Market: 4-7 p.m. Fridays in Post Office plaza on Route 332.

Canandaigua Farmer's MARKET 

AT MILL STREET PAVILION. Saturday mornings!

Farm Stand at Thompson 

on Monday Afternoons. Mondays, 2:30-5:30 p.m., UR Medicine Thompson Health hosts Fisher Hill Farm. The farm sets up its truck at the front of the hospital – just to the west of the main entrance. This continues every Monday until end of October.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2020 AT 5:30 PM EST – 6 PM EST

Wine & Geology with Damiani Wine Cellars

Experience wine of the Finger Lakes region from the comfort of your home. Join Damiani Wine Cellars and the Paleontological Research Institution for a virtual wine tasting and geological lesson presented by Glenn Allen and Dr. Warren Allmon.This wine tasting event will take place on November 12, from 5–6 pm. Attendees will receive two bottles of wine from a Red Kit or White Kit, an informational booklet on the geological history of wine in the Finger Lakes, and a sample of shale. Proceeds will benefit PRI.Purchase the Red Kit: https://shop.damianiwinecellars.com/.../Wine-Geology-Red...Purchase the White Kit: https://shop.damianiwinecellars.com/.../Wine-Geology...Watch with the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88314677430... 

Fun Fact

: About 90 percent of New York State’s wine is produced in the Finger Lakes, the state’s largest wine region.

Image provided was an awesome shot of Harvest from McGregor Vineyard (photo courtesy of Arielle Tomb).

Towns that Go All Out on Halloween

Some towns decorate full holidays and others for St. Patrick’s Day, but these are the ones to head to if Halloween is the day out of the year you look forward to the most. 

 Vegan Pumpkin Pie Trifle Recipe: A dairy-free delight! This pumpkin pie trifle is all vegan and totally yum. This fall holiday dessert is layered with creamy pumpkin, coconut whipped topping, and gingersnaps.. Read more 

Local Business Updates: Note: Business hours may vary and change last minute, please contact the business itself to verify.Lincoln Hill This Friday we are open 5-10pm with dirty blanket $25 with a pumpkin for admission. Open with impromptu music. Saturday 5-10pm and Sunday 1-6pmJose & Willy's 905-0017 & 943-7732 WE ARE OPEN! Tues, Wed, Thurs, 3pm-1am. Fri, Sat, Sun, noon-1am. Closed MondaysNick's Chophouse 393-0303. SkyDeck open Mon-Thurs 4-9pm Sat/Sun 4-10 pm! No lunches. SkyDeck has elevator access! Chophouse Mon-Thur-4:30-9pm Fri & Sat 4:30-10p!Twisted Rail 3 locations: Canandaigua/Geneva/Honeoye NOW OPEN with outdoor seating! Macedon closed for renovations!NY KITCHEN (585) 394-7070. Brunch is back! Join us on Sundays, from 11am to 3pm, and enjoy our regular dining menu in addition to tasty brunch offerings. nykitchen.com #TasteNY #ILoveNYGleason's Food & Drinks (formerly Pickering Pub), (585) 905-3056. ROOFTOP/SIDEWALK DINING NOW OPEN! And take out, too - Food/Drink to go menu - just call us or use online portal here! OPEN 12-9/10pm Wed/Thurs. Weekends 12-close.Murphy's Law (585) 412-6414. OPEN for indoor dining and on outdoor deck!! 12-9pm Sunday thru Thurs. Fri/Sat 12-10pm. Both kitchen and bar are open these hours.Eastside Grill & Pub 4520 Rt.364 (East Lake Rd.) Canandaigua, (585) 905-3903. Fri Fish Fry LARGE OUTSIDE DINING AREA & INSIDE! Take out/limited delivery - Wed-Sun 4-9p.Macri's Deli (585)905-0866. *Get the Macri's Deli Ap! DOORS ARE OPEN! Tues-Thur, 9am-2pm and 9am-3pm Fri, Sat 8am-2pm! Take out /delivery w Grub Hub/door dash-Call first! Closed Sun/Mon. CALL ORDER IN OR ORDER ONLINE OR STOP IN!RAY'S Restaurant. 2510 Rochester, Rd. (Route 332). OPEN DAILY 7AM -2PM INDOOR/OUTSIDE GARDEN SEATING! Take Out/Delivery available. (585) 412-6952!Casa De Pasta (585)394-3710. PATIO & INDOOR SEATING NOW AVAILABLE! Walk-ins welcome! Dining Room open T, W, Thu 4-9pm, Fri/Sat/Sun 4-9pm. Curbside pickup still avail, 4-8pm Sun-Sat. Call and we will accommodate you!Bubby's Tavern (former CBC on Phoenix St), (585) 905-3569 WE ARE NOW OPEN!Remedy/7's Brew Pub @ Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, 924-3232Closed until further notice.Prosecco, 585-924-8000 INDOOR & PATIO SEATING! RESERVATIONS PLEASE BUT WALK-IN'S WELCOME! Curbside pickup. Online/phone orders start at 10am! Tues-Sun 4-9p! Updated menu on website! Fri Fish Fry. Now accepting reservations for Thanksgiving Day. Happy Hour 4-9pm Tuesday-Sunday bar area.Longshots, Finger Lakes Hotel, 398-7394. NOW OPEN SERVING ON PATIO & LIMITED INDOOR SEATING! !Noble Shepherd Brewery, Bristol (585) 229-7661.INDOOR SEATING/OUTDOOR PATIO OPEN! Wed/ Thurs (3-8p), Fri & Sat (12-9) & Sun (12-5). Pad Thai Catering/incidental music.Reinvention Brewing, Manchester (585)289-7309. THIS SATURDAY AT 4-7 PM EDT Boos, Brews & FLX BBQ at Reinvention Brewing - Family-friendly menu and drink specials, free Halloween treat for anyone who comes in costume. Indoor & outdoor seating. Cider donuts all weekend!Sidetrack Bar & Grill, Shortsville, (585) 289-4104. Serving regular menu 4-8pm, 8-9pm late night menu Wed-Sat.The Cottage Hotel, Mendon, (585) 433-9464. Menu/Specials on Facebook! Lunchtime delivery available Mendon/Victor area! Take out/curbside food avail! WE ARE OPEN INSIDE & OUT, WED-SUN LUNCH/DINNER patio reservations only!Mendon 64 Restaurant, Mendon, (585) 624-1390. Check menu.Roots Cafe. Naples, (585) 374-9800 OPEN INSIDE & OUT 6 DAYS/Wk! Lunch 11-3 & Dinner 5-8!  Lunch and dinner under the tent and inside. LIVE MUSIC 1st & 3rd WEDNESDAYS! Closed Tues.Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill, Naples 531-3358. Open Sun-Th, Noon-7p. Fri & Sat Noon-9. Steak night reservation only. Fri 5-8p. Arbor Hill open Mon-Th, 12-5, Fri-Sunday 11-5.Hollerhorn Distilling, Naples, 531-2448. Click here for more detail! NOW OPEN, FRI-SUN! FULL MENU ALL DAY. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED! CHECK ONLINE STORE!Bottomless Brewery, Geneva (315)325-4380 LOTS OF OUTDOOR & indoor seating (spaced to regulation!) Thurs 11-6, Fri, 11-8, Sat 11-9 & Sun 11-6! Come for the food: Click here for our menu! Incidental music Fri, Sat, & Sun!F2T (Farm 2 Table) Kitchen & Bar at Ramada Geneva Lakefront, (315) 789-0400WE ARE NOW OPEN! INDOORS, OUTSIDE & BAR! Tables 6' apart. Wednesday-Sunday, 11am-8pm (3-4p close), NOW SERVING OUR FAMOUS F2T BURGER!!! Click here for more!

Lake Street Station & TIKI BAR, Geneva, (315) 325-4089 This  Friday Rocky Horror picture show at The Station. Movie is on the lawn at 7:00pm

 Live and Local Events submitted by Venues Visit Calendar  -  Add your event 

at Virtual

October 29, 2020 @ 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

at Virtual

October 29, 2020 @ 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm

at Lake Street Station

October 30, 2020 @ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

at 1162 Pittsford-Victor Rd. Pittsford, NY 14534

October 31, 2020 @ 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

at Reinvention Brewing

October 31, 2020 @ 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm

at Lake Street Station

November 1, 2020 @ 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

at Kershaw Park

November 7, 2020 @ 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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