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[Re-sent] November 16, 2023
Finger Lakes Connected | November 16, 2023
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: "Nurturance," "Decorating Outdoor Planters for Fall" and "Grilled Cheese Tomato Sandwiches and Tomato Soups."As a reminder, contact us if you'd like to advertise your business or event.
Cheers,
Don
Honor a Loved One Through the Tree of Lights
The Thompson Health Guild is offering community members a special opportunity to recognize and celebrate loved ones this holiday season with the annual Tree of Lights.
With a minimum donation of $10, you can sponsor a light in honor or memory of someone special. For each light purchased, the honoree(s) or their family will receive an email letting them know about your gift and inviting them to the tree lighting ceremony on Monday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center, 350 Parrish Street, Canandaigua. However, the donation amount will not be listed.
A large evergreen tree located just outside of the Continuing Care Center will be decorated with hundreds of beautiful lights.
Please visit
to designate your lights or use
.
All funds raised through this event will be used to benefit UR Medicine Thompson Health’s continuing legacy of exceptional healthcare.
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.
Wood LibraryWhere Tradition, Technology and Community Meet *Closing early on Saturday, November 18 at 1:00PM. PursapaloozaSaturday, November 18Wood Library’s fabulous purse party returns! Grab some friends and find amazing deals on an assortment of new and gently-used purses and jewelry. Our showrooms will feature a collection of designer bags, along with hundreds of attractive purses and totes — many with tags still attached. Hunt for the perfect piece of jewelry. There is a ton of variety from timeless classics to fun and quirky statement pieces.Champagne Presale 4-5:30PM$30 advance/$35 doorGeneral Admission 5:30-7PM$15 advance/$20 doorRaffle $5 Plein Air Photography of Ontario County ExhibitArtist ReceptionSunday, November 19 | 1:00PMThe exhibit showcases the works of ten Ontario County Arts Council Members that took photographs outdoors in Ontario County between the dates of October 15 and 21.Join us for an artist reception to visit with the artists! The exhibit will be on display through December 1. Book Discussion GroupMonday, November 20 | 2:00-3:00PMThis month we will read and discuss Be Mine by Richard Ford. New members welcome! International SnackersMonday, November 20 | 5:30-7:00PMGrades 6-12. Love snacks? Interested in learning about other countries? Join the International Snackers as we taste snacks and learn about the country! Registration required. *Closing early Wednesday, November 22 at 6:00PM.*Closed Thursday, November 23 & Friday, November 24. Help us build a Little Free Farm Stand!We are excited to introduce a new initiative that will make fresh produce, cut flowers, and starter plants available to library patrons and our neighbors free of charge. Your donation on ROC The Day, November 28, will help us purchase materials to build a movable farm stand that will be placed on library property May 1 - Oct 31. Our fundraising goal is $2,000. 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.
Try our newest menu selections! Roots Cafe in Naples, NY - http://rootscafenaplesny.com
CJ Morse Painting & Construction - http://cjmorsepainting.com
Saturday, November 18, 8pm at the Smith Opera House82 Seneca St, Geneva, NY 14456-3504, United States
Joanne Shaw Taylor
You don’t want to miss Blues Rock Phenom, Joanne Shaw Taylor in this unforgettable night of soul and blues music!Join #1 Billboard Blues Artist Joanne Shaw Taylor and her amazing band as they perform songs from her critically acclaimed new studio album, "Nobody’s Fool" which cited as “The most versatile album in Joanne Shaw Taylor's career." Joanne will also dig deep into her rich back-catalogue where she will hand-pick songs from her albums Reckless Heart, Wild, The Dirty Truth, Almost Always Never, Diamonds in the Dirt, and White Sugar. Taylor has become one of the hottest live acts on the modern Blues scene, and soon you’ll see why.
Box Office, Tickets, and Seating.
The Smith’s box office will be open for in person or over-the-phone sales Tuesday-Friday from 10am-4pm. Online tickets can be purchased at any time. All over the phone or online purchases will receive a digital ticket sent to your email. You must have a valid email to purchase tickets for this event.
Rock the Rink (Night Skate) Saturday 8-9:20 at Greater Canandaigua Civic Center
ROCK The RINK Open Skate is Approaching
Saturday November 18th @ The Greater Canandaigua Civic Center
Family Skate: 5:30 - 6:50
Night Skate: 8:00. - 9:20
Tickets are $15
*Save $5 when you bring your own skates!*
Rental Skate sizes are first come first served, number of each size of skate are limited
What are the differences in the two skate sessions? Family Skate is full of classic family friendly tunes and lots of lights. Night skate is high energy fun! Lights, lasers and fast paced music! We will have Light Up & Glow In The Dark accessories for purchase as well!
Sensory Friendly Hours - Sunday 8:30 - 10am
Join us for a sensory friendly Museum experience for visitors of all ages and abilities. Sensory Friendly Hours at the Museum of the Earth provides an opportunity for visitors with Sensory Processing Disorder, or other developmental disabilities to enjoy a more sensory-friendly experience at the Museum. These hours will take place every third Sunday of each month.Support for Sensory Friendly Hours at the Museum of the Earth is generously provided by the Community Foundation of Tompkins County.Some of our exhibits, those that may be loud or bright, may be off from the hours of 8:30am to 10am.Our classroom will be a designated quiet space. The lights will be off, there will be a few tables for coloring/drawing, texture bins, or just sitting and enjoying the space. Bean bags and pillows available for use. Soft music will be optional (Separate quiet space by glacial exhibit).Sensory Packs/gear available at request from the front desk, supplies are limited and will need to be returned either at the end of your stay, or after a specific time limit.All exhibits will be turned on at 10AM. Everyone is welcome to stay, but do so at your own discretion.Museum of the Earth at the Paleontological Research Institution1259 Trumansburg Road (Route 96) Ithaca, NY 14850
Midweek Bogo at Miles Wine Cellars 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 Thanksgiving dinner. Over the next couple weeks we will announce a few notable holiday pairings.
Decorating Outdoor Plantars for Fall
You have some lovely, large planters in front of your home or garage. They are too heavy to move indoors for the winter. They look rather forlorn since all the summer and fall flowers have bloomed out and probably removed. Here are some ideas of how to make a few changes that will give those decorative pots some interest through the fall and winter holiday season. Read More.
Nurturance
Nurturance is as difficult to pronounce as it is to spell. Its meaning is actually pretty simple. It is affectionate care and attention, especially in relation to children. Read more.
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Tomato Soup
There is nothing like comfort food and one of the best combinations is a good old grilled cheese sandwich and bowl of tomato soup. Here are some variations that you may want to consider. 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. --
St. Francis St. Clare Christmas Craft Show
November 18, 2023 @ 9:00 am to 2:00 pmat St Marys School in More information---
Photos with Santas Paws!
November 18, 2023 @ 10:00 am to 2:00 pmat 41 York St in AuburnMore information---
Family Story Time
November 18, 2023 @ 10:30 am to 1:30 pmat Naples Library in NaplesMore information---
Craft Fair & Bake Sale
November 18, 2023 @ 11:00 am to 2:00 pmat Connect55+ Auburn in More information---
Holidays at the Gallery Opening Reception
November 18, 2023 @ 12:30 pm to 3:30 pmat Pat Rini Rohrer & North End Gallery in More information---
Local Heritage Film: Native American Lives and Customs
November 18, 2023 @ 1:00 pm to 2:00 pmat Penn Yan Public Library in Penn YanMore information---
Brothers Grateful
November 18, 2023 @ 2:00 pm to 5:00 pmat Krooked Tusker Distillery in HammondsportMore information---
'A Night That Matters' Dinner, Dance, & Auction
November 18, 2023 @ 5:00 pm to 11:00 pmat CLUB 86 in GenevaMore information---
Hot Dogs & Gin Live at WBC
November 18, 2023 @ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pmat Watershed Brewing Company in More information---
Rockin' Boots @ Britches' Dance Bar - Auburn, NY
November 18, 2023 @ 8:00 pm to 11:00 pmat Britches’ Dance Bar in More information---
ROCK The RINK (Night Skate)
November 18, 2023 @ 8:00 pm to 9:20 pmat Greater Canandaigua Civic Center in CanandaiguaMore information---
A Ghostly Dickens Delight: A Christmas Carol Extravaganza Performed by Mr. Kim Tenreiro to Benefit The Arc Ontario
November 19, 2023 @ 2:00 pm to 5:00 pmat First Congregational Church of Canandaigua in CanandaiguaMore information---
Thanksgiving centerpiece with Overlook Farm NY
November 19, 2023 @ 2:00 pm to 5:00 pmat Engine 14 Brewery in More information---
Annual Pie Fundraiser
November 20, 2023 @ 1:00 pm to 4:00 pmat The Arc Ontario in More information---
Vinyl Release Party: Johnny Dowd w/ Amy LaVere & WIll Sexton @ The Downstairs
November 20, 2023 @ 7:00 pm to 10:00 pmat The Downstairs in More information---
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---
Black Friday: Vignoles Beer & Wine Pairing
November 24, 2023 @ 12:00 pm to 3:00 pmat Relative Risk Brewing Company in More 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---
BRIG JUICE HOLIDAY BRASS at Fingerlakes Mall
November 25, 2023 @ 12:00 pm to 2:00 pmat Fingerlakes Mall in AuburnMore 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---
Memories in Lights
November 30, 2023 @ 5:00 pm to 7:00 pmat Bampas House, Corning, NY in CorningMore information---
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