May | June
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MAY
1…Opening Day for Ganondagan State Historic Site, Victor
Visitor center and longhouse open for season. Tuesday-Sunday, Visitor Center 9 a.m-5 p.m., Longhouse, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
www.ganondagan.org
585-742-1690
1…“The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron”
Mandeville Hall, Clemens Center, Elmira
www.clemenscenter.com
800-724-0159
1-3…Mansion Mysteries at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion
Mayhem is afoot at the Mansion of Mrs. Mary Clark Thompson as a jewel heist threatens the peace, pomp and circumstance at the ball being held in honor of President Teddy Roosevelt. Show only performances on May 1 and 2 at 7 p.m. each night. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. Light hors d’oeuvres, desserts and a cash bar will be available. On May 3, a dinner-and-a-show performance will be offered. Guests can enjoy a four-course dinner in Sonnenberg’s historic Carriage House starting at 5:30 p.m. before moving to the Mansion about 7 p.m. for the show. For a complete menu and details, guests are asked to visit the calendar of events online.
www.sonnenberg.org
585-394-4922
1, 8, 15, 22, 29…Clyde Farmers’ Market, Village Park
Every Thursday in May, 4-8p.m., continues till the last Thursday in October
1, 8, 15, 22, 29…Syracuse Swing Dance Society Weekly Dance
Weekly dance every Thursday at Knights of Columbus, East Taft Road, North Syraucse, starting 8:30 p.m. with free beginner lesson at 9 p.m. No partner needed. www.SyrSwingDance.org
315-413-5017
1-31…Iterations 2008
Fourteen collaborative works will be on display at the Beard Building Gallery in downtown Cortland. The 14 completed pieces are all mixed media. An opening reception will be held May 5-7:30 p.m. All 14 works of art will be auctioned off online at: cortlandarts.cmarket.com. The online auction begins on May 2 and concludes on May 31.
www.CortlandDowntown.com
607-342-6460
2-4…The Finger Lakes Show Fair and Expo Center, Henrietta
Summer begins at the Finger Lakes’ best new attraction. This show is for log home framers, timberframers, furniture makers, real estate brokers, marina owners, camp service providers and artists serving the camp, cottage and lake house consumer.
fingerlakesshow.com
518-371-6363 x.101
2-4…Magic Lantern Movie Festival, Waverly Opera House
Join us for three days of movie shorts by student, amateur, independent, and professional movie makers from around the world.
www.waverlyoperahouse.org
607-625-3276
2-4…CORE Dance Project
Lehrer Dance is the featured dance company in the CORE Dance Project, a program co-sponsored by Absolute Dance Company and Cayuga Community College. On May 2, Lehrer Dance performs at 8 p.m. On May 3, Lehrer Dance offers a master dance class from 1-3 p.m. The CORE Choreographers Showcase will be May 4 starting at 4 p.m. All events take place at CCC.
www.AbsoluteDanceStudio.org
315-253-0067
2-30…Flowers for Spring
This exhibit of watercolors by Jo Ann Gentle is at the Renaissance Art Gallery in Rochester, with an opening reception on May 2 from 5:30-7 p.m.
www.RochesterRenaissanceArtGallery.com
585-423-8235
2-June 6…“On the Edge of a Dream”
New work by Tom Gardner is on display with an opening reception May 2, from 5-7:30 p.m., and Gardner will give a Gallery Talk on May 17, from 1-2 p.m. Also, a showcase of new work by Alice Dustin is in the Second Floor Gallery of the West End Gallery in Corning.
www.WestEndGallery.net
607-936-2011
2-June 6…Recent Work by Tom Gardner
Opening reception, May 2 from 5-7:30 p.m. Showcasing Alice Dustin. Gallery talk by Tom Gardner on May 17 from 1-2 p.m.
www.WestEndGallery.net
607-936-2011
2-September 28…“A Child’s World”
Antique children’s toys, furniture, clothing, and much, much more on display at the Cayuga Museum in Auburn. “A Child’s World” will present a view of childhood stretching from colonial times to the present, exploring ideas of education, family and child labor. Children and adults alike will see beautifully-wrought samplers made by young girls, as well as less pleasant reminders of 19th century childhood, indenture papers of young children. The exhibit will kick-off with an opening reception to be held on Friday, May 2nd, from 6-8 p.m. For more information, please contact Carrie Barrett.
www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum
315-253-8051
3…Wildlife Festival, Montezuma Audubon Center, Savannah
The 2nd Annual Wildlife Festival from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. will bring enthusiasts together to discover the wonders of nature, the wealth of healthy living through recreation, and the richness of history that surrounds the area.
friendsofmontezuma.org/audubon.html
315-365-3580
3…Mother Nature’s Spring Beauties
Join us at 1 p.m. for a naturalist-guided walk to see the many early spring wildflowers of the Sterling Nature Center.
snc@co.cayuga.ny.us
315-947-6143
3…Tierce Riesling Dinner
To celebrate the release of their 2006 Tierce Riesling, Anthony Road Wine Company, Fox Run Vineyards and Red Newt Cellars will hold a dinner at Anthony Road Wine Company from 6-8 p.m. Call for reservations:
Red Newt, 607-546-4100
Anthony Road, 315-536-2182
Fox Run, 315-536-4616
3…Downtown Folk Series: Jennie Stearns
Blue Frog Coffeehouse, downtown Cortland, 7 p.m. Seating is limited.
www.CortlandEvents.com
3…“Speaking for Themselves: Women of Seward House” Tour
Come to Seward House in Auburn, and learn about the lives of the women who lived there in the 19th century, as told through their diaries and letters. Tours start at 1 p.m.
www.sewardhouse.org
315-252-1283
3…Rock and Shop, West Side of Keuka Lake
Swing into spring with a wonderful day of wines, food, live music, door prizes and special offers at three of New York's premier wineries. Hosted by Heron Hill, Dr. Frank’s Vinifera Wine Cellars and Hunt Country Vineyards.
westside-wineries.com
800.946.3289
3-4…Harp Workshop and Concert
Louise Trotter offers a harp workshop at King’s Bend Lodge in Pittsford on the 3rd. 10-10:30 a.m., unload and tune harps; main workshop is from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a one-hour break for lunch, on your own. On the 4th, Trotter performs in concert at Basil Auditorium at St. John Fisher College, Pittsford from 3-4:30 p.m. To learn more about Trotter, visit www.louisetrotter.com. To register for the workshop, e-mail Donna Benier.
benier_d@hotmail.com
4…“Eroica,” Notre Dame High School, Elmira
At 4 p.m. the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes will play the “Overture to a Midsummer Night’s Dream, Op. 21” by Mendelssohn; the “Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35,” by Korngold, featuring Stefan Jackiw on the violin; and the “Symphony No. 3 in E Flat Major, Op. 55,” by Beethoven.
www.osfl.org
607-936-2873
4…Artists’ Professional Development Workshops
The Cayuga County Arts Council will present a series of professional development workshops on May 4 from 1:30-4:30p.m. The workshops will be held at Cayuga Community College in the Nucor Conference Room. Topics include: “Self-Marketing for
Artists” presented by Jane Stebbins; “A Portfolio Review” conducted by Theresa Cool; and “Building a Business Plan” presented by Ellie Beck of Management Solutions. To register or for more information, please call Dia Carabajal.
315-283-2146
4…“Mother India”
This is a message of hope for the untouchables of India with breathtaking dancing and vibrant costumes, performed by Light of the World Ballet, Kulp Auditorium, Ithaca High School, 4 p.m. Free. Donations benefit Light of the World’s upcoming servicetrip to schools in Kazakstan.
LightAFireStudio.com.
607-539-7493
4…WOWEE Wildlife Extravaganza
This first-annual fundraiser for the World of Wildlife Educational Encounters will be a real family fun day for the and will include animal exhibits and programs, a petting zoo, games, raffle, cow chip bingo and a silent auction. Main Street Armory, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
www.WOWEEWildlife.org
585-226-3123
4…“Bach & Choc” Recital
The Phelps Arts Center presents a “Bach & Choc” Recital featuring Genoveffa Vitale on the Marimba on May 4th at 2 p.m. Guests can enjoy music by Bach and other pieces artfully performed in the historic venue of the former Episcopal Church, and for further indulgence, guests will have the opportunity to bid on two baskets of scrumptious homemade Springmeier Chocolates. For ticket info and further details, go online or call.
www.PhelpsNY.com/arts
315-548-2095
5…Annual Appreciation Dinner
Doors open at 5 p.m. A meat dish, most likely turkey, will be provided. Please bring your own table service and a dish to pass. The dinner is to show our appreciation to the Friends members, visitors and volunteers for all they do for the Sterling Nature Center. A brief meeting will follow the dinner.
snc@co.cayuga.ny.us
315-947-6143
5…“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”
Geva offers a reading of the third play in August Wilson’s American Century in the Mainstage at 7:30 p.m. on May 5.
August Wilson’s literary legacy – a cycle of ten plays encompassing a century - continues to captivate audiences worldwide for its ability to capture the African American experience with poeticism and wit. Tickets for this event are free, but must be reserved in advance through the box office.
www.GevaTheatre.org
585-232-GEVA
5, 12 & 19: Toddler Book Club: Beary Fun Tales
Share stories of Corduroy, Paddington, Pooh and the Berenstain Bears at the Strong National Museum of Play. Parents and toddlers share stories from award-winning books and authors, and then join in related music, movement or nature activities, led by a museum host on Mondays at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
www.MuseumOfPlay.org
585-263-2700
7…The Gallery’s Perspective: Charles King, King Galleries of Scottsdale
Visions of the West Gallery, 5:30-7 p.m., reservations required
www.stny.com/rockwellmuseum
607-974-2810
7…Valley Folk Concert, Bob Franke
Rural Research Labs, Elmira at 7:30 p.m.
www.valleyfolk.org
7…“Old Time Telephones” by Bill Grace
Pultneyville Historical Society program, 7 p.m., Gates Hall www.pultneyvillehistoricalsociety.org
315-589-9892
7…Jim Brickman
Best-selling recording artist, composer and concert performer, Jim Brickman, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Smith Opera House. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
www.TheSmith.org
315-781-5483
8…“Rendezvous with Riesling”
Guests can sample Riesling and other wines from 40 New York State wineries from 7-10 p.m. at the New York Wine and Culinary Center in Canandaigua.
www.NYWCC.com
585-394-7070.
8…Blue and the Gray Civil War Lecture Series: Clara Barton
Listen to Clara Barton (portrayed by Eleanor Stearns) as she shares stories about her experiences during the Civil War and with the American Red Cross at the Chemung Valley History Museum from
7-8 p.m.
www.ChemungValleyMuseum.org
607-734-4167
9-10…All-Gershwin Night, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
Spend an evening at the Eastman Theatre with the very best of George Gershwin, including Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris and classics from film and Broadway, 8 p.m.
www.rpo.org
585-454-2100
9-11, 15-17…“The Odd Couple”
Mandeville Hall, Clemens Center, Elmira; Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.
www.elmiralittletheatre.com
607-734-8191
9-18…The Master Gardeners of Monroe County Plant Sale
Unusual and common annual, perennial, organic vegetable, herb plants, shrubs and trees will be available for purchase at Cornell Cooperative Extension in Rochester.
The tent will be open noon to 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
Regular sale hours will be 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
www.Counties.CCE.Cornell.edu/Monroe/
585-461-1000
9-18…Lilac Festival, Highland Park, Rochester
Lilac Festival. Enjoy thousands of fragrant lilacs and spring flowers plus a parade, arts and crafts exhibit, children’s activities, free live entertainment and more.
www.lilacfestival.com
800-677-7282
9-31…“The Mask as Self Portrait”
With grant support from Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County, the art students of the TST Boces Community School and artists Janet Locke and Susan Miller from Spirit and Kitsch, have been working together on an art project called “The Mask as Self Portrait.” The public is invited to see the plaster mask creations. An opening party will take place on May 9th from 5-8 pm at the Spirit and Kitsch Gallery and at the TST BOCES school, which is located next door to the gallery in Ithaca. There will be music and refreshments as well as a chance to see the results of this unique project of students as inspired artists.
607-277-4914
10…Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, Canandaigua
Season opens for touring mansion & gardens. Mother’s Tea, during which Victorian maids serve tea and goodies on the veranda is served at 1 and 3:30 p.m. Reservations needed for the Tea.
www.sonnenberg.org
585-394-4922
10…Mother’s Day Victorian Tea at the Howe House, Phelps
This traditional English tea includes cucumber and watercress sandwiches (jam for young girls if they like) orange scones, shortbread cookies, strawberries and Devon cream and chocolates. Hats and white gloves will be available. Calling Cards (your tickets) will be used to introduce you to Mrs. Howe upon your arrival. Weather permitting, croquet and lawn bowling will be available following tea. Reservations suggested.
www.PhelpsNY.com/history
315-548-4940
10…Raptor Project with Jonathan Wood
Jonathan will bring his 15 to 20 live birds of prey, including owls, hawks, falcons, and a golden eagle for a special presentation, reservations required. 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., Waterman Conservation Education Center, Owego
www.watermancenter.org
607-625-2221
10…Plant Exchange
Sterling Nature Center, 11a.m.-1 p.m. Come trade your perennials or garden thinning at our annual Plant Exchange. You can do a free exchange or give a donation for the plants you would like to take home
snc@co.cayuga.ny.us
315-947-6143
10…“Describing Elephants and Reinventing Time”
At 7:30 p.m., 171 Cedar Arts Center presents Alligator Mouth Improv in “Describing Elephants and Reinventing Time,” a site-specific improvised production created specifically for 171’s Drake Theatre in Corning.
www.171CedarArts.org
607-936-4647
10-11…6th Annual Bird Festival
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day at BirdCOR’s 6th annual Rochester Area IMBD festival at Braddock Bay Park on Lake Ontario in the town of Greece on May 10 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) and May 11 (12-4 p.m. with a Mother’s Day nature walk at 10 a.m.) www.BirdCOR.org
585-223-8369
10-11… 2008 Wine Country Fiber Farm Tour
Visit premier fiber farms in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country. See alpacas, sheep, fiber goats and other animals with their newborn babies. Other activities run throughout the weekend like spinning demonstrations, wool dyeing, and even a pancake breakfast and wildflower walk on Mother’s Day at Cornell’s Arnot Forest. www.cce.cornell.edu/schuyler
10-August 31… “Artists in Action...on the Front Porch”
Ongoing program featuring Finger Lakes artisans demonstrating their work, musicians performing live, Finger Lakes food and wine tastings every Saturday and Sunday at Artizanns in Naples.
www.Artizanns.com
585-374-6740
11…Ron White of “The Blue Collar Comedy Tour”
The State Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
www.stateofithaca.com
800-919-6272
11…Mothers’ Day at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, Canandaigua
Admission reduced for Mothers.
www.sonnenberg.org
585-394-4922
12-15…Slice, Dice and Spice at the New York Wine and Culinary Center, Canandaigua
Pro-am culinary competition with area chefs and amateurs teaming up to compete in hands-on cooking contest with local ingredients
www.visitfingerlakes.com
877-386-4669
13…Southern Tier Business Series, Accounting
Workshops will be held at the Elmira College Hamilton Hall on the 2nd Tuesday of every month to help grow your business, 7-9 p.m.
607-962-9461
13-17…15th Annual Acting Irish International Theater Festival (AIITF)
The festival comprised of nine, full-length productions presented over five days by community theatre groups from all over the United States, Canada and Ireland comes to the Geva Theatre. AIITF 2008 is being underwritten by a grant from the State of New York, arranged by Senator Joseph Robach.
www.GevaTheatre.org
585-232-GEVA
14...Metropolitan Opera's La Boheme
Regal Cinemas presents the encore performance at the Regal Cinemas in the Ithaca Mall.
607-266-7964
15…Winemaker Dinner at the New York Wine and Culinary Center, Canandaigua
Frederick Frank, grandson of Dr. Konstantin Frank provides instruction during this seven-course tasting dinner from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
www.nywcc.com
585-394-7070
15…Ghost Hunting Presentation
The founder of the New York Paranormal Investigators (NYPI), Jay Powell, offers a presentation at 7 p.m. at the East Bloomfield Historical Society Academy/Museum.
www.EBHS1838.org/
585-657-6988
15…Blue and the Gray Civil War Lecture Series: From the Vault
Ever wonder what the Chemung Valley History Museum keeps in collections storage? Join museum staff as they share a selection of artifacts from the 1860s from 7-8 p.m.
www.ChemungValleyMuseum.org
607-734-4167
15-17…Barn Sale at Heritage Square, Ontario
Gigantic three-day barn sale featuring antiques, collectibles and bargains, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 315-524-5356.
15-18 Williamson Apple Blossom Festival
Carnival, kiddie parade. arts and crafts, entertainment, fireworks, Grand Parade on Saturday at 3pm.
www.williamsonappleblossom.com
315-589-2162
16…Art Walk Art Talk
Beginning the third Friday in May, the Tioga County Council on the Arts ArtSpace Gallery in Owego will highlight photography as well as acrylics in the main and small galleries from 5-9 p.m. Four other galleries and a coffee house will be showcasing over 52 artists, with refreshments, music and demonstrations on site.
www.TiogaArtsCouncil.org
607-687-0785
17…Cement Mixer Gala, Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Habitat for Humanity mixer with a cocktail reception, dinner, silent and live auctions, 5:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Proceeds support creation of decent, affordable housing.
www.rochesterhabitat.org
585-546-1470
17…A Musical Kaleidoscope
Tioga County Council on the Arts presents this performance at the Owego United Methodist Church, 261 Main Street, Owego.
www.tiogaartscouncil.org
607-687-0785
17…Rhythms of Freedom
The Rochester Women’s Community Chorus and Bush Mango Drum and Dance perform at the Hochstein School of Music at 7:30 p.m. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to Water for Sudan, a not-for-profit organizations providing clean, safe drinking water for thousands in southern Sudan.
585-225-0894
17…Woodland Wildflower Walk
Join Naturalist Jim D’Angelo at 1 p.m. for a walk along the trails of the Sterling Nature Center for a look at some of Mother Nature’s beautiful woodland wildflowers. Identification, natural history and interesting fact about the spring woodland wildflowers will be discussed on this walk. There is no fee for this program, but donations are accepted and greatly appreciated.
snc@co.cayuga.ny.us
315-947-6143
17…Flashes from the Past: An Unfashion Fashion Show
The Onondaga Historical Association staff and the volunteer drama group, History Upstagers, provide a review of fads, facts, fashion, food and fun from mid-century, the 19th and 20th centuries, that is. Fashion and follies will be at the OHA Museum in Syracuse from 7 to 9 p.m.
www.CNYhistory.org
315-428-1864
17-18…Living History Re-enactment Event
Re-creation of Seneca encounter with LaSalle, artists, vendors, speakers, food and family activities from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Ganondagan State Historic Site, Victor
www.ganondagan.org
585-924-5848
17-18…Home and Recreation Show, Steuben County Fairgrounds
607-776-2121
17-18…Keuka In Bloom, Keuka Wine Trail
Each attendee will collect a healthy flower and herb in 4” pots at each winery and enjoy food and wine pairings along with a complimentary wine trail wineglass. www.keukawinetrail.com
800-440-4898
17-18…Opening Weekend at Heritage Square Museum
Visit the 19th century community with buildings that include a log cabin, schoolhouse, apple dry house and more, 1:30 p.m.-4 p.m.
www.heritagesquaremuseum.org
315-524-5356
18…Wallington Fire Department BOG & GROG, Sodus
Men and women drive four-wheel-drive vehicles (street, off road or special built) through 4- to 6-feet-deep ditches/trenches filled half way with water and muddy bottoms, noon to 5 p.m. Refreshments available.
315-483-2185
18…Sampling Sodus, Sodus Williamson Airport
Business and trade show highlighting Sodus Chamber of Commerce members, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
315-398-8473
18…Clementi Piano Forte Concert
Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, Canandaigua at 4 p.m. Reservations required.
www.grangerhomestead.org
585-394-1472
19-25…Senior PGA Championship
Walk alongside the legends of golf as they compete at Irondequoit Country Club.
www.seniorpga2008.com
800-742-4653
21-June 22…“Pride and Prejudice,” Geva Theatre Center, Rochester
A lush production – rich in humor, music and elegance – of one of the world’s most popular love stories. Adapted from the literary classic, a romantic comedy full of the style and satiric wit of Jane Austen.
gevatheatre.org
585-232-4382
22…Blue and the Gray Civil War Lecture Series: Confederate Women and the Home Front During the Civil War
Diane Miller Sommerville, Visiting Associate Professor of History at SUNY Binghamton, will examine the war from the perspective of Southern women at the Chemung Valley History Museum from 7-8 p.m.
www.ChemungValleyMuseum.org
607-734-4167
23…Folk Arts Series: Pat Kane & Friends
Playing 7-10 p.m. at the Spencer Grange in Spencer
www.tiogaartscouncil.org
(607) 687-0785
24…Artie Shaw Orchestra at the Smith Opera House, Geneva
Big band sounds start at 7 p.m.
www.thesmith.org
315-781-5483
24…The Artie Shaw Orchestra
The legacy orchestra named after the landmark Big Band leader will perform at 7 p.m. at the Smith Opera House. Doors open at 6 p.m.
www.TheSmith.org
315-781-5483
24…Spring “Plain & Fancy” Lawn Sale
Baked goods, collectibles and antiques will be for sale at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, Canandaigua. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
www.grangerhomestead.org
585-394-1472
23-25, 30-June 1, June 6-8…“Best Little Whorehouse in Texas”
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday Matinee at 2 p.m. at the Ti-Ahwaga Performing Arts Center, Owego
www.tiahwaga.com
607-687-2130
24-26…National Lake Trout Derby at Seneca Lake, Geneva
Cash prizes given for Lake, Brown and Rainbow trout.
www.laketroutderby.org or www.flsor.com
315-781-2195
Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day…Eldridge Park Carousel
Fridays 5-9 p.m., Saturdays noon-9 p.m., Sundays noon-5 p.m.
www.ci.elmira.ny.us/dps/park_eldridgecarousel.html
607-732-8440
26…Annual Pilgrimage to Harriet Tubman’s Gravesite
Take part in this annual Fort Hill Cemetery ceremony, followed by commemorative activities at the home.
www.nyhistory.com/harriettubman
315-252-2081
26…Memorial Day Parade, Auburn
Floats, bands and Kiwanis Duck Derby, starts at 11 a.m.
315-255-4120
27…Opening Day, Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, Canandaigua
Home and grounds open for 2008 season. June-September: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
www.grangerhomestead.org
585-394-1472
28-June 15…“Wicked,” Rochester Broadway Theatre League
Rochester Long before the girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. How these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch makes for the most spellbinding new musical in years.
www.rbtl.org
585-232-1900
28-June 15…“Wicked”
The story of the Witches of Oz, one fiery and misunderstood, the other beautiful and popular. Rochester Broadway Theatre League.
www.rbtl.org
585-222-5000
29…“Executive Lock-up”
The Geva Theatre Center in Rochester is hosting an “Executive Lock-up” in an effort to raise money for the local Muscular Dystrophy Association. Prominent citizens from the Rochester area are volunteering to be “arrested and serve time” in a mock jail at Geva Theatre Center from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
www.GevaTheatre.org
585-232-1366 ext. 3059
29…Blue and the Gray Civil War Lecture Series: Elmira’s Prison Camp
Steve Teeft, from the Sons of Confederate Veterans, will discuss his research on the camp and his project to document the history of each Confederate soldier buried at Woodlawn National Cemetery at the Chemung Valley History Museum from 7-8 p.m.
www.ChemungValleyMuseum.org
607-734-4167
30…Twilight Tasting, Riveting Rieslings
Come to the Rooster Hill tasting room in Penn Yan from 7-9 p.m. Winemaker Barry Tortolon will unveil 10 wines from around the world for evaluation and tasting. Wrap up the evening by enjoying a light buffet on our beautiful creekstone terrace. Chef Steve Owens has promised some new delectable entrees to bring out the best in the wines. Reservations are required.
www.RoosterHill.com
315-536-4773
30-September 1…Yosemite 1938: On the Trail with Ansel Adams and Georgia O'Keefe
On loan from the National Museum of Wildlife Art to the Rockwell Museum in the Special Exhibition Galleries, this exhibit features Adams’ photos and pictures of O’Keefe.
www.stny.com/rockwellmuseum
607-974-4940
31…Fly By Night Duathlon, Watkins Glen International Race Course
It will be a run-bike-run-bike-run format. For more information, contact Jeff Henderson.
315-636-4268.
31…Golden Nose Awards: A Finger Lakes Wine Experience
This unique event is an incredible opportunity to spend a full day learning about virtually all aspects of wine, while mingling with some of the region's top winemakers. Event includes judging over 150 wines, awards ceremony, dinner and tasting gala.
www.senecalakewine.com
877-536-2717
31… Mum’s the Word: A Speakeasy
Gatsby, flappers and bootleggers! Bring your beverage of choice and your sweet baby and come to All Things Art in Canandaigua at 8 pm. Listen to the razz-a-ma-tazz jazz sounds of the Greater Finger Lakes Jazz Orchestra and others. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded. Cost of admission helps to support the arts. You can dance, learn theCharleston, and eat light fare, all inclusive.
www.OCArts.org
585-396-0087
31-June 1…Arts at the Barn Festival
Artwork of 50 local artists, creative activities for kids, refreshments, music and gardener’s booth at the South Bristol Cultural Center, Canandaigua.
www.southbristolculturalcenter.org
585-396-5950
ONGOING DATES
Through May 11…“Grossology—The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body”
At the Strong National Museum of Play, sometimes it’s stinky; sometimes it’s crusty; and sometimes it’s slimy. Based on the Grossology books, this exhibit to tell you the good, the bad, and the downright ugly about runny noses, body odor, and much more.
www.museumofplay.org
585-263-2701
Through May 11…“The Piano Lesson”
The Geva Theatre in Rochester presents the fourth play in the August Wilson’s American Century cycle through May 11, Tuesdays through Sundays, call or go online for showtimes.
www.GevaTheatre.org
585-232-GEVA
Through May 25…“Toys: The Inside Story”
A new, temporary exhibit is at the Rochester Museum and Science Center. Find out what makes Elmo dance and Mr. Machine run in this fun, hands-on exhibition. Create your own toy-like combinations of gears, pulleys, linkages, cams, and circuits.
www.rmsc.org
585-697-1942
Through May 25…“On The More: Images of Travel,” Everson Museum of Art
This exhibit features images of moving from one place to another while highlighting dreams of idyllic travel and the harsher realities of getting from one place to another, from the Industiral Revolution to present day.
www.everson.org
315-474-6064
Through May 28…“Spring”: A People’s Choice Art Show
Community Arts of Elmira presents this family-friendly monthly themed show at the Langdon-Pratt Mansion, Elmira.
www.communityartsofelmira.com
607-846-2418
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