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November 23, 2023
Finger Lakes Connected | Thanksgiving Edition

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: "Holiday Hosting Tips," "Reducing Thanksgiving Stress" and "Thanksgiving Leftovers Reimagined."As a reminder, contact us if you'd like to advertise your business or event.
Cheers,
Don


Thompson Offers Senior Fitness Training
UR Medicine Thompson Health offers Senior Fitness Training, a four-week, 10-session fitness program designed to help active seniors maintain a healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance.
Training sessions are one-on-one, with a certified senior fitness instructor. Prior to training, participants receive a fitness evaluation. Results are used to create a customized exercise plan tailored to individual needs.
The cost is $120, due at the time of the pre-test. Paperwork filled out by a physician is required.
For details, call Rehabilitation Services at 585-919-2649 and ask to speak with Jeremy Herniman, certified athletic trainer.
Physician Joins Thompson’s OB/GYN Practice; Accepting Patients
UR Medicine Thompson Health recently welcomed Dr. Lydia Morrison to the OB/GYN practice at its Canandaigua Medical Group, part of F.F. Thompson Hospital.

Dr. Lydia Morrison
Morrison, a resident of Canandaigua, received her bachelor’s in Health Science from Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. She became a doctor of osteopathic medicine at Liberty University College of Medicine in Lynchburg, Va. and completed her residency at the University of Buffalo/Catholic Health System.
A member of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists as well as the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, she is based at the Canandaigua office of the Canandaigua Medical Group.
For information about becoming a patient of Dr. Morrison’s, call (585) 393-2800.
Wood LibraryWhere Tradition, Technology and Community Meet WE WISH YOU A HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY!All of us at Wood Library are so grateful for the volunteers, donors, and advocates who make our work possible! *Closed Thursday, November 23 & Friday, November 24. ROC the Day for Wood Library on November 28Help us build a Little Free Farm Stand!Food insecurity is a very real problem for people in our community. The Ontario County Public Health Office recently shared that 61% of households in the Finger Lakes Region report that they do not have access to adequate food. The troubling upward trend of households reporting food insecurity since the pandemic has consequences on individual physical health and mental well-being across all age groups.This is why we decided to dedicate all donations made to Wood Library on ROC the Day to help us build a Little Free Farm Stand. From May to October, we will stock the stand with fresh produce, cut flowers, and starter plants donated by community members from their own gardens. Everything will be free of charge.With your help, we can fight hunger and food insecurity. Our fundraising goal is $2,000. On November 28, click here to make your donation. Thank you! Quilting GroupTuesday, November 28 | 6:00-7:30PMA social gathering of fabric crafters. All skill levels welcome! City of Canandaigua Program: Clean HeatingTuesday, November 28 | 7:00-8:00PMLearn how to take advantage of state and federal programs to lower home energy costs. After the presentation, there will be a Q & A session and a chance to meet heat pump contractors who serve our area. Parkinson's Support GroupWednesday, November 29 | 1:00-3:00PMAll persons with Parkinson’s disease and all care partners of Parkinson’s disease patients are invited to attend this in person program. Read with PrideWednesday, November 29 | 6:00-7:30PMGrades 6-12. Read and discuss Those Pink Mountain Nights by Jen Ferguson. Fun activity too! Registration required. Medicare 101Thursday, November 30 | 4:15-5:00PMOur Elder Benefit Specialist will outline the different parts of Medicare and Medicare Supplements, Advantage, and Prescription Drug Plan options. Registration required. Canandaigua Writer's GroupFriday, December 1 | 11:00AM-1:00PMThe Canandaigua Writer's Group welcomes anyone who has an interest in writing. Share your original stories, poems, memoirs, and more in a supportive, learning community of fellow writers. Purse & Jewelry Pop Up SaleSaturday, December 2 | 10:00AM-2:00PMDid you miss Pursapalooza? Need a last minute gift for a special someone?Pop over to Wood Library for amazing deals on purses and jewelry! All purses are just $5 and jewelry is 2 for $5 Biblio-Bop Dance PartySaturday, December 2 | 10:30-11:15AMLet's dance!!! We'll start with a fun story and then dance and move to our favorite songs. For preschoolers and their parents or caregivers. Remarkable Women of the Finger Lakes Book SigningSaturday, December 2 | 1:00-2:00PMNew York's Finger Lakes region has produced incredible women who have left their mark on American history. Local author Julie Cummins will give a short presentation on several of these women - from medical pioneers like Elizabeth Blackwell to aviators like Blanche Stuart Scott. The region also produced a silent film star who filmed some of her work in the Finger Lakes! The presentation will be followed by a book signing and books will be available for purchase. This event is in partnership with Ontario County History Society. The Holiday Toy Tote is here!Thank you Marge Donhauser for donating all the amazing toys!!!Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The winner will be drawn on December 20. All proceeds benefit Wood Library. Visit the circulation desk for tickets on your next visit to Wood Library! See the full list of library programs on our calendar.November Newsletter DONATE OWWL Catalog Help Find Wood Library at 134 N Main St, Canandaigua. Visit woodlibrary.org and look for us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.


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Vinyl Record Night - Winter Edition Thursday, November 30 at 6pm Ontario County Historical Society
Sip some warm winter drinks, listen to some great albums, and check out some of our unique winter artifacts during this night at the museum!
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Vinyl Night is back with a winter twist! Similar to last year, we will display unique artifacts from our collections. However, this time they are all winter themed! After all, its not to often you get to see bear fur coats, historic bobsleds, or unique photographs of winter scenes of the past. Behind the scenes tours will be available once again and you can even get a sneak peek of one of our upcoming nooks and crannies tours! Music and prizes are provided by the Canandaigua Record Exchange specifically for this event and we are happy to welcome them as our own music curator for the night.
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Tickets are $20 per person and include admission, two drink tokens, and a ticket to win gifts from Canandaigua Record Exchange.
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Advanced registration required. No tickets available at the door. Limited supply of tickets
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2023 Lights on Wheels Parade - Downtown Penn Yan Friday December 1 at 6pm
Kick off the 38th Annual StarShine and the holiday season with us at the Lights on Wheels Parade on Friday night at 6pm in Penn Yan! Experience Main Street come alive with a vibrant and festive procession of all different vehicles, tractors, and floats dressed in Christmas lights and decorations. A special guest in his red suit will be there as the caboose of the parade!New this year will be cash prizes for the following parade entrees:-Crowd Favorite-Best in Show-Best Tractor-Best Use of Lights-Best FloatEntrees for the parade are accepted until November 24th.Register at www.yatesny.com/starshine


Black Friday at Miles Wine Cellars 168 Randall Crossing Rd, Himrod, NY, United States, 14842

Prejean Winery
Now is a perfect time to stock up on wine for Holiday Celebrations, gift giving and your own fireside sipping! We have a full compliment of Prejean Wines (sorry folks, still no Gewurztraminer) including 6 dry red wines, our best selling Ethereal Sparkling Wine and our Cabernet Franc Dry Rosé which we have found to make a lovely pairing with holiday dinners.


Holiday Hosting Tips
Hosting a holiday dinner, lunch, buffet or any kind of party can be a challenge. If you are hosting events through the season, here are some tips that may come in handy. Read More.

Reducing Thanksgiving Stress
While our Thanksgiving holiday is intended for gratitude, a sumptuous spread of food, and relaxation, the reality is that it is often served with a side of stress. Between too many people in a cramped area, personality issues, and irritating behaviors, it is easy for tempers to flare or feelings to be hurt. Here are a few things to keep in mind during the entire holiday season. Read more.

Thanksgiving Leftovers Reimagined
You don’t need to just keep eating turkey sandwiches until the bird is fully gone. Here are some cool ideas about how to shake things up a bit, but still avoid wasting good food. Read More.

Live and Local Events curated and submitted by Venues
Note: Please contact venue to verify events as events are subject to change. To view a specific area, visit our calendar of events online and enter your city/town. --
Turkey Bash with The Uptown Groove at Lizard's Tailgator Lounge
November 22, 2023 @ 8:30 pm to 11:55 pmat Lizard’s tailgator lounge, Scott Trickler in WaterlooMore information---
The Arc Ontario's 14th Annual Canandaigua Turkey Trot
November 23, 2023 @ 7:45 am to 10:00 amat F.A. Baker Memorial Park in CanandaiguaMore information---
Lakeside Thanksgiving Feast at Hotel Canandaigua
November 23, 2023 @ 1:00 pm to 4:00 pmat Hotel Canandaigua in More information---
Holiday Open Farm Days at Shepherds Creek Alpacas
November 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 4:00 pmat Shepherds Creek Alpacas in TrumansburgMore information---
Shop Small Sale Weekend at Handwork
November 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 5:00 pmat Handwork, Ithaca’s Artisan Cooperative in More information---
Black Friday: Vignoles Beer & Wine Pairing
November 24, 2023 @ 12:00 pm to 3:00 pmat Relative Risk Brewing Company in More information---
Make Your Own Fingerprint Magnets
November 25, 2023 @ 9:30 am to 11:30 amat Penn Yan Public Library in Penn YanMore information---
Holiday Open Farm Days at Shepherds Creek Alpacas
November 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 4:00 pmat Shepherds Creek Alpacas in TrumansburgMore information---
9th Annual Small Biz Saturday: Let's Wrap Around The Block!
November 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 5:00 pmat 16 Genesee St Auburn in CiceroMore information---
Small Business Saturday at The Cheshire Union
November 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 5:00 pmat The Cheshire Union in CanandaiguaMore information---
Small Business Saturday
November 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 2:00 pmat Serenity Wellness in More information---
Geneva Jingle Markets
November 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 2:00 pmat 35 Lakefront Dr, Geneva, NY 14456, United States in More information---
Family Story Time
November 25, 2023 @ 10:30 am to 1:30 pmat Naples Library in NaplesMore information---
Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair
November 25, 2023 @ 10:30 am to 3:30 pmat USA Masters Academy – Canandaigua in More information---
BRIG JUICE HOLIDAY BRASS at Fingerlakes Mall
November 25, 2023 @ 12:00 pm to 2:00 pmat Fingerlakes Mall in AuburnMore information---
Prison City Pub & Brewery Holiday Market
November 25, 2023 @ 12:00 pm to 3:00 pmat 251 North St in AuburnMore information---
Amy and Jon at Point of the Bluff Vineyards
November 25, 2023 @ 1:00 pm to 4:00 pmat Point of the Bluff Vineyards in HammondsportMore information---
Jingle Week Geneva
November 25, 2023 @ 4:00 pm to 4:00 pmat City of Geneva, NY in More information---
Illuminate Light Parade
November 25, 2023 @ 6:00 pm to 9:00 pmat Downtown Canandaigua in More information---
Home for the Holidays: Benefit Concert for the Sampson Theatre
November 25, 2023 @ 7:00 pm to 10:00 pmat Penn Yan Academy in More information---
Waterloo Sportsman's Club Dance.
November 25, 2023 @ 7:00 pm to 10:00 pmat Waterloo Sportsman Club in More information---
Santa Paws Pictures with Santa
November 26, 2023 @ 11:00 am to 3:00 pmat Beverly Animal Shelter 50 E River St Waterloo NY in More information---
First Nutcracker 2023 at Smith Opera House
November 26, 2023 @ 3:00 pm to 6:00 pmat Smith Opera House in More information---
David Miller of Miller and The Other Sinners LIVE at Hollerhorn Distilling
November 26, 2023 @ 4:00 pm to 6:00 pmat Hollerhorn Distilling in NaplesMore information---
Burning & Brews
November 27, 2023 @ 6:00 pm to 7:30 pmat Twisted Rail Brewing Canandaigua in CanandaiguaMore information---
Shake It Off @ GPL
November 28, 2023 @ 3:00 pm to 4:30 pmat Geneva Public Library in More information---
Memories in Lights
November 30, 2023 @ 5:00 pm to 7:00 pmat Bampas House, Corning, NY in CorningMore information---
Vinyl Record Night - Winter Edition
November 30, 2023 @ 6:00 pm to 9:00 pmat Ontario County Historical Society in CanandaiguaMore information---
Blessed Hope Christmas Luncheon
December 1, 2023 @ 11:00 am to 1:00 pmat LeTourneau Christian Center in RushvilleMore information---
Gallery Night in the tasting room w/ Emma Pure at South Hill Cider
December 1, 2023 @ 5:00 pm to 7:00 pmat South Hill Cider in IthacaMore information---
City of Geneva Christmas Tree Lighting
December 1, 2023 @ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pmat Geneva, NY in More information---
2023 Lights on Wheels Parade
December 1, 2023 @ 6:00 pm to 9:00 pmat Downtown Penn Yan in More information---
🎯 Blind Draw Dart Tournament 🎯
December 1, 2023 @ 7:30 pm to 10:30 pmat Sons & Daughters of Italy – Geneva Lodge 2397 in More information---
Joe Gatto's Night of Comedy At The State Theatre of Ithaca
December 1, 2023 @ 8:00 pm to 11:00 pmat State Theatre of Ithaca in IthacaMore information---
Artisan Craft Fair
December 2, 2023 @ 9:00 am to 2:00 pmat Auburn Alliance Church in AuburnMore information---
Geneva Jingle Markets
December 2, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 2:00 pmat 35 Lakefront Dr, Geneva, NY 14456, United States in More information---
Holiday Open Farm Days at Shepherds Creek Alpacas
December 2, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 4:00 pmat Shepherds Creek Alpacas in TrumansburgMore information---
Book Bonanza Holiday Weekend Used Book Sale *featuring $4 "Better Books" (New + Giftable)
December 2, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 2:00 pmat Fingerlakes Mall in AuburnMore information---
2023 Linden Wine Series
December 2, 2023 @ 6:00 pm to 8:00 pmat Linden Street, Geneva NY in GenevaMore information---
90's Party
December 2, 2023 @ 6:00 pm to 9:00 pmat Star Cider in CanandaiguaMore information---
A Magical Motown Christmas - Ithaca, NY
December 2, 2023 @ 7:30 pm to 10:30 pmat State Theatre of Ithaca in IthacaMore information---
It's a Wonderful Life
December 2, 2023 @ 7:30 pm to 10:30 pmat Fort Hill Performing Arts Center, Inc. in CanandaiguaMore information---
Winemaker's Discussion
December 3, 2023 @ 11:00 am to 2:00 pmat Anyela’s Vineyards in SkaneatelesMore information---
43rd Annual Messiah Sing Along
December 3, 2023 @ 3:00 pm to 4:00 pmat First Congregational Church in CanandaiguaMore information---
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