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- November 13, 2025
November 13, 2025
This week's newsletter features updates from local businesses and numerous local events for art, music, food, and wine. There are also life and wellness articles: How to Become an Influencer: A Complete Guide to Finding Your Niche and Monetization, Frozen Water Pipes: Prevention Guide and What to Do When Pipes Freeze, and Light & Festive: 3 Unique Thanksgiving Side Salad Recipes to Balance Your Plate.
Don Stevens
November 13, 2025
🌟 Finger Lakes Business & Community News
✂️ Cornell Expands with Tech Farm II in Geneva
Cornell opened a 20,000 sq ft Tech Farm II facility in Geneva, doubling its capacity for food, beverage, and agricultural startups.
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✂️ Youth Center Finds Permanent Home in Geneva
The EPIC Zone teen center secured a permanent location on North Street, marking a major milestone for the after-school nonprofit.
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đź›’ Moonshadow Kitchen Relocates to Sweet Farm in Himrod
The vegan food truck moved to Sweet Farm, where it now sources ingredients steps away and plans seasonal brunches and wine-pairing dinners.
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đź›’ Antique Dealer Expands to New Lansing Shop
After 15 years in Ithaca’s Found co-op, Antique Quest is opening a standalone location called Quest Vintage in Lansing.
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đź›’ Lolli & Pops Candy Store Opens at Eastview Mall
The boutique candy brand debuted at Eastview Mall with a gift-bar giveaway and a colorful lineup of sweets and treats.
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Thompson Hosting Free Falls Prevention Program Nov. 19 at YMCA
Thompson Health Physical Therapist Parker Drumm will give a free presentation called “Falls Prevention: Prepare to Prevent” on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the Sands Family YMCA, 351 North St. in Canandaigua.
Parker Drumm
The program will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the Y’s Community Room and participants will:
Understand how social isolation occurs due to the fear of falling
Review the role of medical providers in assessing the risk for falls
Understand the physical therapist’s role in addressing risks for falls
Apply learned information to patients’ stories to determine the appropriate course of action
Drumm is board certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists in neurologic physical therapy and separately in geriatric physical therapy. He has worked at Thompson for over a decade and has been an adjunct professor in the Nazareth University Neuromuscular Clinic for eight years.
RSVP for the Drumm’s program no later than Monday, Nov. 17, to [email protected]. For more information, contact [email protected].
Pediatrician Joins Thompson’s CMG Farmington Office
Dr. Parvathy Rajagopal recently joined Canandaigua Medical Group (CMG) Pediatrics and is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Parvathy Rajagopal
Dr. Rajagopal, who will be based primarily at the Farmington office of CMG, completed her residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Board certified in general pediatrics, she has more than a decade of diverse experience in the United Kingdom, having served in general pediatrics, neonatology, pediatric neurology, hepatology, and community pediatrics across hospitals in Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Worcester.
Her academic background includes earning her Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala, India, and membership in the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health in the United Kingdom.
CMG is an affiliate of F.F. Thompson Hospital, and its Farmington office is located at 1160 Corporate Drive. For information about CMG Pediatrics, visit www.ThompsonHealth.com/Pediatrics. To reach the Farmington office regarding Dr. Rajagopal, call 585-924-2030.
Wood Library
Where Tradition, Technology and Community Meet
Saturday, November 22
Our signature purse party is celebrating 10 years! We have many surprises in store to mark this special anniversary. Grab some friends and hunt for amazing deals on new and gently-used purses and jewelry. We dare you to walk away empty-handed.
Champagne Tickets (almost sold out!) 4:00-5:30 PM $30
General Admission Tickets 5:30-7:00 PM $15 advance/$20 door
This is an age 21+ event.
Our popular purse raffle returns with five gorgeous, brand new handbags filled with gift certificates and items from area businesses and organizations! We will draw the winning raffle tickets on November 22
and winners will be contacted by phone.
ADULT PROGRAMS: 
Sunday, November 17 | 2:00-3:00 PM
Read and discuss The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. New members welcome.
Monday, November 17 | 6:00-7:30 PM
Craft your own greeting cards with instructor Sally. The cost is $20 per person and includes everything you need to make four cards with envelopes. Register here.
Tuesday, November 18 | 7:00-8:00 PM
Read and discuss Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White. This event is hybrid and is offered both in-person and virtually. Register here.
Wednesday, November 19 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Learn the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, research, and FDA-approved treatments. Register here.
Wednesday, November 19 | 1:00-3:00 PM
For persons with Parkinson's disease and caregivers.
Thursday, November 20 | 5:00-7:00 PM
Canva is a free online creation tool. Make flyers, brochures, resumes, social media graphics, invitations, and more. Learn the basics, walk through a guided design, and then work on your own. Register here.
Thursday, November 20 | 7:00-8:00 PM
Read and discuss Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney. Held off-site at Acquilano Wine Cellar, 143 S Main St. Register here.
TEEN PROGRAMS:
Wednesday, November 19 | 6:00-7:30 PM
Read and discuss Godly Heathens by H.E. Edgmon. Register here.
CHILDREN PROGRAMS:
Friday, November 14 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Come and play with your child at our fun sensory stations! Sensory play is any activity that stimulates a child's senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing.
Storytimes
*Please check the online calendar for up-to-date information.
Baby Storytime
Mondays & Fridays, November 14, 17 & 21 | 9:30-10:00 AM
All-Ages Storytime
Mondays & Thursdays, November 17 & 20 | 10:15-10:45 AM
RECURRING PROGRAMS:
Wood Walkers- Mondays | 9:00-10:00 AM
Tai Chi- Mondays | 10:00-10:45 AM
Zumba- Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 PM
Chair Yoga- Wednesdays | 10:00-11:00 AM
Open Tech Hours- Wednesdays | 3:00-5:00 PM
New Yorker Discussion Group- Thursdays | 3:30-4:30 PM
See the full list of library programs on our calendar.
Find Wood Library at 134 N Main St, Canandaigua.
Visit woodlibrary.org and look for us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Fall Hours: Mon and Tue Closed
Wed-Sun: 11am-3pm Lunch, 5pm-8pm Dinner
Roots Cafe - 585-374-9800 - http://rootscafenaplesny.com
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Belhurst Castle!
Reserve your spot today! Call 315-781-0201 ext. 3
Belhurst Castle and Winery
🍷 Wine, Beer & Spirits News
🎂 Glenora Wine Cellars Changes Hands After 45 Years
Seneca Lake’s first winery has officially been sold to FLX Family Winery LLC, marking the first ownership change since its founding in 1978.
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🧪 Cornell Develops 4-Minute Wine Grape Testing System
Cornell researchers partnered with E&J Gallo Winery to create a new lab method that reduces wine grape aroma testing time from 40 minutes to just 4—improving harvest decisions and industry precision.
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🍺 War Horse Brewing Launches Hockey-Inspired IPA
Geneva’s War Horse Brewing teamed up with the Syracuse Crunch AHL team to release “War Horse Crunch,” a citrusy New England IPA now available at games and in select Wegmans stores.
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November just got delicious.
Join us at Miles Wine Cellars for A November to Remember — where every weekend unlocks a new experience (and serious savings).
Freedom Fridays — Liberate yourself from the tyranny of the work week–BOGO on select glasses of wine.
Secret Sale Saturdays — Show our staff the Facebook or Instagram post with the secret word for surprise discounts.
Show Your Spirit Sundays — Wear your NFL jersey for a free beer or cider with the purchase of any tasting.
Bonus: Visitors in Bills gear get a special gift.
But here’s the catch — these offers vanish at the end of each weekend.
Miles Wine Cellars
Open Daily, 10am-5pm.
68 Randall Crossing Rd, Himrod, NY 14842
(607) 243-7742 - http://MilesWineCellars.com/
From Our Blog:
How to Become an Influencer: A Complete Guide to Finding Your Niche and Monetization
An influencer is someone who can help others in purchasing decisions. Theoretically, the influencer has the knowledge base to sway someone from one item or product to another. They are classified by the number of followers, from nano (1,000 to 10,000) to mega (over 1 million). Influencers and content creators are similar but usually the influencer will support a particular brand, with whom they have partnered. This is all presented through various social media platforms.. Read more.
Frozen Water Pipes: Prevention Guide and What to Do When Pipes Freeze
Winter is almost here and it is time to do some serious checking around your home, including being sure your pipes will not freeze. Read More
Light & Festive: 3 Unique Thanksgiving Side Salad Recipes to Balance Your Plate
Thanksgiving is on its way and whether you are hosting, visiting, or just having your own celebration, it is nice to have some relief from all the heavy foods that accompany this holiday. A salad is a great alternative. Not to mention that it will justify that extra portion of dessert! Read more
Live and Local Events Curated and Submitted by Venues
Please check business or venue for accuracy. You can see more local events at our online calendar.
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11/13/2025 12:00 AM recurs every day
We’re thrilled to announce that our Wildlife Week Online Auction kicks off on November 10th! The excitement...
Bridges for Brain Injury, Inc
11/13/2025 8:00 PM
DSP Shows & The State Theatre of Ithaca Present: Blackberry Smoke: Rattle Rumble and Roll Tour 2025 Thursday,...
State Theatre of Ithaca 107 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
11/14/2025 10:00 AM recurs every day
Enjoy the quaint charm of the annual Canandaigua Christkindl Market held at the historic Granger Homestead and Carriage...
Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum 295 N Main St, Canandaigua, NY 14424
11/14/2025 5:00 PM
Kick off your weekend with Jimmy, Fred and Mark at Finger Lakes Beer Company! ...
8462 NY-54, Hammondsport, NY 14840
$175 - $250
11/14/2025 5:00 PM
Before the busy holiday season begins, take some time to pause, pray, and renew your spirit in stillness and quiet...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
11/14/2025 6:30 PM
We hear you, you want more Paint & Sip! Join us for a porch leaner paint & sip on Friday November 14th, 2025...
192 State St, Auburn, NY 13021
11/14/2025 7:30 PM
Mynderse Academy Drama Club is proud to present Festival of Ten, a collection of ten one-act plays, including premieres...
105 Troy St, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Adults $25, Students & Veterans $10
11/14/2025 7:30 PM recurs every day
Hangar Theatre’s In Flight Entertainment Series and Rhinoleap Productions Presents AN ILIAD by Lisa Peterson...
Hangar Theatre 801 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY 14850
11/14/2025 7:30 PM
Tickets on Sale Now! Opera Ithaca presents Waking the Witch — a haunting 70-minute immersive opera by Ashi...
Kitchen Theatre Company 417 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
11/14/2025 8:00 PM
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 AT 10AM EST! John Michael Montgomery has turned an uncanny ability to relate to...
1133 NY-414, Waterloo, NY 13165
11/14/2025 9:00 PM
We’re making our seasonal pilgrimage down to Ithaca, New York! Join us as we can rock the Ithaca Ale House located...
The Ithaca Ale House 301 E State St Suite 1, Ithaca, NY 14850
$25 each table
11/15/2025 9:00 AM
Our event is filling up Fast! If you would like to participate please follow the directions in the poster. (Scammers...
71 Old Ithaca Rd, Horseheads, NY 14845
Free
11/15/2025 10:00 AM
Share this event with your family and friends! This is going to be a great event and we look forward to seeing you!...
75 North St, Auburn, NY 13021
11/15/2025 10:00 AM
Step into the shadows of love and magic! Join Remi Reads for a book signing with local dark romance poet from Syracuse,...
8934 N Seneca St, Weedsport, NY 13166
$45.00
11/15/2025 10:00 AM
Contratiempo Intensive Workshop -ALL LEVELS WELCOME - Date: Saturday, November 15th - Time: 10:00 AM – 12:45...
208 E Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY 14850
11/15/2025 10:00 AM recurs every week
Show the secret word (posted each Friday in November) and receive a secret sale! ...
168 Randall Crossing Rd, Himrod, NY 14842
11/15/2025 11:00 AM
Let's help our neighbors who are affected by the SNAP cuts. Indivisible Corning/Elmira Youth and Citizens for...
Heart to Heart Yoga & Healing 315 W Water St, Elmira, NY 14901
$45.00
11/16/2025 9:00 AM recurs every week
Sundays are meant for savoring—join us for a delightful Sunday Jazz Brunch overlooking the beauty of Geneva...
1001 Lochland Rd, Geneva, NY 14456, USA
$25 /pp
11/16/2025 12:30 PM
SATURDAY November 15th 2025 CHECK-IN begins at 12:30 pm TOURNAMENT begins at 1:30pm Be sure to Sign up For Pawz and...
Crystal Lanes Corning 11749 East Corning Rd, Corning, NY 14830
11/16/2025 2:00 PM
Try your luck at winning a turkey, ham, pork tenderloin, or bag of shrimp! ...
1011 NY-5 & 20, Geneva, NY 14456
11/16/2025 2:00 PM
Join us for our first Charity Chili Cook Off on Sunday November 16th, 2025 from 2-5PM to benefit Auburn Spartan's...
192 State St, Auburn, NY 13021
11/16/2025 2:30 PM
Come enjoy a coffee, cider, beer, wine, cocktail, or mocktail while chatting about People We Meet on Vacation by Emily...
Fall Street Brewing 95 Fall St, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
11/16/2025 3:00 PM
Join the Cornell Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Gabriela Gómez Estévez for a journey through the ages...
129 Ho Plaza, Ithaca, NY 14853
11/16/2025 7:30 PM
DSP Shows & The State Theatre of Ithaca Present: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue w/ Southern Avenue Sunday,...
State Theatre of Ithaca 107 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
$35
11/18/2025 9:00 AM
Join us for our upcoming Fill Your Soul Day, “The Body & Soul’s Journey through Grieving,” on...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
11/18/2025 6:00 PM recurs every week
Join Brenda every Tuesday evening from 6pm-7pm for a Beginner Friendly Kundalini Yoga Practice Kundalini Yoga is...
142 Mill St, Canandaigua, NY 14424, USA
$7.50
11/19/2025 10:00 AM
Created by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s newest production, Billy Goats Gruff...
82 Seneca St, Geneva, NY 14456
$10.00
11/19/2025 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 19th | 7:00–8:00pm Amazing Mind Body Soul Center — 142 Mill St, Canandaigua, NY...
142 Mill St, Canandaigua, NY 14424
11/20/2025 10:00 AM
Saturday November 22nd, 10-3 pm Glenn H Curtiss Museum, 8419 State Rt 54 Hammondsport NY, 14840 Vendors selling crafts,...
8419 NY-54, Hammondsport, NY 14840
$20.00
11/20/2025 6:00 PM
- Pilgrim Party & Boozy Bingo - This Thanksgiving season, we’re turning up the fun with a night of Boozy...
427 Exchange St, Geneva, NY 14456
FREE
11/21/2025 11:30 AM
Join us for a FREE Senior Luncheon on Friday, November 21st at 11:30 am! This month, we’ll be welcoming a special...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
11/21/2025 12:00 PM
Join us for 3 or 4 days of crafting fun at this weekend retreat in Corning, NY. Enjoy eating and shopping on Market...
Radisson Hotel Corning 125 Denison Pkwy E, Corning, NY 14830
11/21/2025 6:00 PM
Come for a night of music, art, food, and wine! After five years of holding on to my artwork, it's time for the...
308 N Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 14850
$45.00
11/21/2025 6:00 PM
The Waterways and Wine Event is back for 2025! Taste a selection of fine wines from around The Finger Lakes while...
89 Fall St, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
11/21/2025 6:00 PM
Join us for craft night at Live A Little Boutique & Remi Reads at 6PM. We will be making snow globes and a book...
8934 N Seneca St, Weedsport, NY 13166
11/22/2025 10:00 AM
What: Ithaca NY – NY LP Vinyl Record and CD Fair When: Saturday November 22nd 2025 Where: Ithaca Downtown Conference...
Ithaca Downtown Conference Center 116 E Green St, Ithaca, NY 14850
11/22/2025 10:00 AM
Free Grocery Giveaway! Come down to Calvary Chapel and get a free bag of groceries for your thanksgiving dinner! Everyone...
2291 NY-89, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
11/22/2025 2:00 PM recurs every 4 weeks
Back to the Basics is a monthly market focusing on community sufficiency through teaching natural wellness, homesteading,...
250 Gorham St, Canandaigua, NY 14424, USA
11/22/2025 3:00 PM recurs every week
**Holiday Market & Village at Prison City Brewing Make magical memories this holiday season with us at Prison...
251 North St, Auburn, NY 13021
11/23/2025 11:00 AM
pop. rock. soul. love. choice covers. soulful originals. www.jessrocknovak.com ...
Bluewater Grill Skaneateles 11 W Genesee St, Skaneateles, NY 13152
11/23/2025 2:00 PM
Join Travis Prinzi, Brian Ayers, Lauren Faggiano, Justin Williams, Rick Constantino, and others in their tribute to...
151 N Main St, Naples, NY 14512
11/23/2025 2:00 PM
Tim Chaapel (bass, fiddle, vocals), John Shulte (lead guitar, mandolin, vocals) and Ben Gordner (guitar, harmonica,...
Peacemaker Brewing Company 39 Coach St, Canandaigua, NY 14424
11/23/2025 2:30 PM
Join us for our Annual Holiday Wreath Workshop featuring Calla & Rose Floral Studio on Sunday November 23rd, 2025...
192 State St, Auburn, NY 13021
11/23/2025 7:00 PM
DSP Shows & The State Theatre of Ithaca Present: Dark Star Orchestra Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 Doors: 6pm, Show:...
State Theater Ithaca 107 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
$35
12/01/2025 8:30 AM
We invite you to join us for our Advent – Sacred Stillness Day on Monday, December 1st. As the season of Advent...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
$18
12/05/2025 11:00 AM
LeTourneau Christian Center’s Blessed Hope Annual Christmas Luncheon will be held on Friday, December...
LeTourneau Christian Center 4950 East Lake Road, Rushville, NY 14544
$70 - $210
12/05/2025 5:00 PM
We are honored to welcome women in recovery to our Noel Retreat: “Acting in Stillness” from December 5th–7th,...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
$60
12/13/2025 9:00 AM
We are joyfully preparing for our Advent Retreat Day, “Blessed are They that Hope in the Lord: Advent Meditations...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
$35
12/15/2025 8:30 AM
We invite you to join us for our Advent – Sacred Stillness Day on Monday, December 15th. As the season of Advent...
Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424
That’s it for this week.
Until next time, enjoy the beauty of the Finger Lakes – whether you're watching the sun set over the water, exploring a new trail, or savoring a glass of local wine. We're grateful to share this special corner of New York with you.
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