Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum Opens for the 2013 Season!

Built in 1870, the Sodus Bay Lighthouse features a maritime and local history museum amidst beautiful grounds and gardens on the shore of Lake Ontario. A special exhibition highlights the Battle of Sodus Point fought in 1813. Open May 1 through October 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also open on Monday holidays.

Damiani Wine Cellars and Finger Lakes Distilling Meet and Greet

Please join us and other area Bed and Breakfast, Motel and Hotel owners for a casual, epicurean experience offering you an insiders’ look at our two family-run businesses.

Finger Lakes Distilling will be offering guided tours of their facility, production information, tastings and good food!

Damiani Wine Cellars will be offering complimentary tastings of select library wines, an explanation of Seneca Lake terroir, the taste that is Damiani, as well as good food!

Gain a deeper understanding of who we are and what we can offer your guests, and leave with coupons for free tastings for you to share.

We welcome your promotional materials.

Please RSVP: 

Via Email
Francis@damianiwinecellars.com
Bill@fingerlakesdistilling.com

Or Phone
Damiani Wine Cellars 
607.546.5557
4704 Rt. 414, Burdett, NY 14818

Finger Lakes Distilling 
607.546.5510
4676 Rt. 414 Burdett, NY 14818

Cayuga Lake Wine Trail Wine & Herb Festival- May

May 3-5 Friday, 1:00PM-5:00PM Saturday & Saturday 10:00AM-6:00PM Picture a flourishing herb garden in your backyard and this dream can come true by attending our annual Wine & Herb Festival. Here you’ll receive a potted herb or veggie plant from each winery plus recipe cards as you savor herb or veggie prepared delicacies while sipping fine wines from your Wine & Herb souvenir wine glass. Visit Six Mile Creek, Long Point, King Ferry or Montezuma wineries on Friday afternoon only, to start your weekend plans early. On Saturday visit King Ferry and Long Point wineries at a special time, 9:00am. Participants are eligible to win one of our Grand Prizes from: Corning Museum of Glass, Courtyard by Marriott in Ithaca, Holiday Inn in Auburn, LaTourelle Resort & Spa, School’s Out Charters, Water to Wine Tours and Watkins Glen International. Advance: Single ticket, $40.00, Couple ticket, $60.00 DD Tickets: Single ticket $35.00, Couple Ticket $55.00 At the door: Single ticket, $45.00, Couple ticket, $65.00 Please add 8% sales tax to all orders and a handling fee to all mail in orders. 800-684-5217

First Friday Gallery Night and Walkabout with 2 Jays

5:00 - 8:00 pm Join GIAC Youth Program Coordinator Jay Stooks and Cornell Plantation's Graphic Designer Jay Potter as they lead a walk through of the Library's Hip Hop art exhibit, Top 2 Bottom. Stooks and Potter will discuss the items featured in the exhibit and offer insight into graffiti as art. The walk through will begin promptly at 5:30 pm under the Ezra Cornell portrait east of the book stacks. After hours access to TCPL will be through the BorgWarner Community Room entrance, behind TCAT's Green Street bus shelter.

Night Hike

7:00 pm Hike our wooded trails under the big sky of our back fields or around our ponds. Find out who is awake and stirring under the moonlight. No need to bring a flashlight; you'll be surprised how much you see without one! Please call ahead for availability.

Birds and Blossoms: Bird Walk

8:00 - 9:00 am Take a guided walk through the lovely grounds at Cornell Plantations to look for birds. Meet at the entrance to the Mundy Wildflower Garden off Caldwell Road. The walk takes place rain or shine. No registration required. Free.

Harness Racing Opening Day!

Tioga Downs Casino.

Farm-to-Table Wine & Cooking Class Tour

Our wine and cooking class series is offered once each month throughout the year. This event includes an intimate wine tasting at a notable Finger Lakes winery, a local farm experience, and an intimate cooking class with regional chef Samantha Buyskes. Immerse yourself in the bounty of the Finger Lakes. On this one-of-a-kind culinary wine tour, you will create your own Finger Lakes meal from the ground up. We start our morning with a visit to a Finger Lakes working farm, such as one of the dairy With the goats at Lively Run Dairyfarms featured on the Finger Lakes Cheese Trail, or an organic produce farm. Here, you will tour and taste the bounty right from the source, and then enjoy it again later as an ingredient in your cooking class meal. You might even make some new animal friends along the way. Next, we make our way to Silver Thread Vineyards, you Enjoying Tank Samples at Sheldrake Point Vineyardswill enjoy a vineyard tour or winery experience with the owner that corresponds with the harvest. followed by their wine tasting paired with local cheese. - The group's favorite will be featured as part of your cooking class experience later in the afternoon. The tour culminates with a cooking class and meal experience with regional celebrity chef Samantha Buyskes. Alongside Chef Samantha, you will learn and discover the beauty of ingredients grown and locally Cooking with Chef Samantha Buyskessourced right here in the heart of the Finger Lakes. During the 3-hour class, you join Chef Samantha as she prepares and demonstrates the creation of a three-course meal featuring the local farm ingredients and wines experienced earlier in the tour. Enjoy the flavors of the Finger Lakes as you learn about preparation and cooking methods, shopping tips, and the magic behind the wonderful regional food of our area. The theme and menu of the class changes each month. Join us for this very special tour series, expand your mind, palate and skills as you indulge in the wonders of the Finger Lakes. With only 12 seats available for each date, this tour sells out each month, so make sure to book early to ensure your place at the table! 2013 Event Dates: March 30 August 10 April 20 September 28 May 4 October 19 June 29 November 16 July 20 Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Tours depart from Ithaca Tour Price: $135 per person (includes all tasting and cooking class fees). Gratuity not included.

Finger Lakes Distilling Kentucky Derby Party

4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party Come enjoy appetizers Finger Lakes Distilling cocktails, music by the Notorious Stringbusters, free tastings, prizes for best derby attire, and tours given by Master Distiller Thomas Earl. Event hours 5-8pm. Reservations required. Tickets are $30. Only 100 tickets available. Call today to reserve yours 607-546-5510!

Keuka in Bloom

The seven member wineries of the Keuka Lake Wine Trail will open their doors to the sweet warm breeze and welcome guests to their signature spring event, "Keuka in Bloom", Saturday and Sunday, May 4-5. Ticketholders will receive a different flower and herb, each in a 4-inch pot. Guests will also enjoy samples of the Finger Lakes region's finest wines and delicious herb-inspired fare such as white bean rainbow chard soup, tomato and basil crostini, penne pasta with fresh asparagus, and strawberry rhubarb compote with fresh whipped cream. Visit all seven wineries and return home with 14 different plants! Bring a friend and enjoy the best of magnificent Keuka Lake at the height of springtime! This event is a perennial sell-out with a loyal group of returning plant, wine, and food-lovers. It is recommended to purchase tickets early online at www.KeukaWineTrail.com, by phoning800.440.4898, or at any Wegmans customer service desk. Tickets are $35 per person, $50 per couple (one set of plants), plus tax, including a complimentary signature wine glass for each participant. Designated driver tickets are also available.

Guided Bird Walk

Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, 7:30 - 9:00 am Join us for guided beginner bird walks in Sapsucker Woods. Walks last about 1.5 hours, and will take place weather permitting. Bring your binoculars and meet outside the observatory. There are some binoculars available to borrow. Please dress for the weather. Free.

Glacier Gala

6:00 - 9:00 pm Our Glacier Gala offers a unique way to experience the Museum and be the first to see the new glacier exhibit! Your ticket to an unforgettable event helps support the Museum's ongoing efforts to provide science education. This year's gala also offers an opportunity to preview our new Early Learners Initiative, a suite of exhibits designed specifically for our youngest visitors. Come enjoy appetizers provided by Serendipity Catering in addition to both a live and silent auction and getting a chance to see the new exhibit. For more information, call Ingrid Zabel at 607-273-6623 x11. Tickets $50/person.

Keuka in Bloom

The seven member wineries of the Keuka Lake Wine Trail will open their doors to the sweet warm breeze and welcome guests to their signature spring event, "Keuka in Bloom", Saturday and Sunday, May 4-5. Ticketholders will receive a different flower and herb, each in a 4-inch pot. Guests will also enjoy samples of the Finger Lakes region's finest wines and delicious herb-inspired fare such as white bean rainbow chard soup, tomato and basil crostini, penne pasta with fresh asparagus, and strawberry rhubarb compote with fresh whipped cream. Visit all seven wineries and return home with 14 different plants! Bring a friend and enjoy the best of magnificent Keuka Lake at the height of springtime! This event is a perennial sell-out with a loyal group of returning plant, wine, and food-lovers. It is recommended to purchase tickets early online at www.KeukaWineTrail.com, by phoning 800.440.4898, or at any Wegmans customer service desk. Tickets are $35 per person, $50 per couple (one set of plants), plus tax, including a complimentary signature wine glass for each participant. Designated driver tickets are also available.

Fulkerson Winery Vertical Riesling Tasting

May is Finger Lakes Wine Month and we're celebrating with the king of grapes in the Finger Lakes - Riesling! Taste the difference a year makes, we'll taste Fulkerson Rieslings from previous vintages alongside delicious food pairings. Choose one of three sessions: Session #1 11:30am; Session #2 1:30pm; Session #3 3:30pm. Tickets are on sale now, $10/person or $18/couple. Please call the winery to purchase: 607-243-7883. Hurry, space in each tasting session is limited.

Birds and Blossoms: Wildflower Walk

1:00 - 2:00 pm The walk will be led by an expert from Cornell Plantations. Look for flowers and birds! The walk will take place rain or shine. No registration required. Meet at the Cornell Lab Visitor Center. Free admission.

Tail Waggin Tutor

3:00 - 4:00 pm New, reluctant and struggling readers are encouraged to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener: a dog! Caregivers interested in reserving time for their readers to share a story with Sam, a hound mix, or DJ, a terrier, should contact the Library s Youth Services Department at (607) 272-4557 extension 275 to reserve a 15-minute read-aloud time slot. This event is co-sponsored by Cornell Companions. Monday, May 6,

Canal Season Opening to be Celebrated in Brockport

The Canal is Open!
This year marks the 189th season of New York’s Canal system, which encompasses the Erie, Champlain, Oswego, and Cayuga-SenecaCanals. After nearly two centuries of continuous operation, New York’s canals are still an economic engine and are  ”open for business”, largely due to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s focus on bringing new economic development and activity to New York State. This year, the Canal Corporation is expecting commercial shipping to exceed 100,000 tons, a level not seen in two decades.

The canals are a focus of recreation and tourism and generate nearly $380 million annually for the upstate New York economy. The upcoming canal season will feature many exciting attractions and events including Cycle the Erie Canal, an end-to-end trip along the Canalway Trail as well as the return of the replica Canal Schooner Lois McClure, which will travel the entire length of the Champlain, Erie, and Oswego Canals.  Perennially popular events like CanalSplash!, Canalfest of the Tonawandas, Fairport Canal Days,Oswego Harborfest, and the Waterford Tugboat Roundup will be back for another season of fun and history.

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The New York State Canal System is comprised of four historic waterways, the Erie, Champlain, Oswego, and Cayuga-Seneca Canals. Spanning 524 miles across New York State, the waterway links the Hudson River, Lake Champlain, Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes and the Niagara River with communities rich in history and culture. For more information regarding events, recreation and vacation opportunities along the Canal system, please visit www.canals.ny.gov or call 1-800-4CANAL4.

The Erie Canalway Trail is a multi-use trail, designed to accommodate pedestrians, bicyclists, and other uses. More than three-quarters of the 365-mile Erie Canalway Trail from Buffalo to Albany is now completed.

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Math Time: Mouse Count

10:30 am Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to hear the story Mouse Count by Ellen Stoll Walsh and then count out colorful spots on a dog.

Winemaker Wednesdays in May Along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail

Event: Winemaker Wednesdays, May

Location: The 15+ participating, member wineries of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail

Date/Time: May 8, 2013, various times

Description: Winemaker Wednesdays is really for one kind of person: the type of person that not only loves to drink wine, but adores learning about it, talking to people about it, experiencing it. Certainly everybody is invited to this limited series of unique, custom winery experiences, though it has been conceived for passionate, curious fans of wine, winemaking and all that goes into that. Each winery has crafted some kind of unique, or special event or activity for these days. And the programs may change from one Wednesday to the next. It is necessary for you to call the winery and make an appointment for these, and at that time you can confirm their offering. The reason an appointment is required, is because many wineries commit one or two members of their senior leadership (owner and/or winemaker or vineyard manager, oftentimes) to conduct the program, and typically those individuals have  a slew of other tasks and chores they should be doing, and appointments enable them to manage their time best. Some of these offerings have fees associated with them, most do not. Most have limited time constraints, some do not. Every Winemaker Wednesday takes place on the second Wednesday of the given month. For a more detailed list of the varying opportunities offered by the participating wineries please visit our website.

Admission: Various

Phone: 877-536-2717

Website: http://www.senecalakewine.com

Email Contact: info@senecalakewine.com

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Guided Bird Walk

Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 7:30 - 9:00 am Join us for guided beginner bird walks in Sapsucker Woods. Walks last about 1.5 hours, and will take place weather permitting. Bring your binoculars and meet outside the observatory. There are some binoculars available to borrow. Please dress for the weather. Free.

The Raptor Project with Jonathan Wood

Master Falconer Jonathan Wood of the Raptor Project, Roxbury, NY, will bring 15-20 live birds of prey, including owls, hawks, falcons and a golden eagle for 4 special programs. At 7 pm on Friday and at 10 am, 12 pm and 2 pm on Saturday, Jonathan Wood will display the skill and agility of these magnificent birds that are from every habitat on the planet earth. He brings unique insights, observations, and humor to these shows. This is one of the most unique wildlife presentations in the nation and is enjoyed by people of all ages. The program is held in the Waterman Center auditorium. This program is not to be missed. Reservations required as space is limited. Call 625-2221 to register or for more information. Adults: $12 for members/ $14 for non-members Friday at 7 pm, Saturday at 10 am, 12 & 2 pm.

Birds and Blossoms: Bird Walk

8:00 - 9:00 am Take a guided walk through the lovely grounds at Cornell Plantations to look for birds. Meet at the entrance to the Mundy Wildflower Garden off Caldwell Road. The walk takes place rain or shine. No registration required. Free.

Rochester Lilac Festival

Rochester Lilac Festival is an experience for all your senses,

with world's largest collection of lilacs center stage May 10-19

New this year: new title, logo, events, attractions, and producer, plus big-name musical acts including Rusted Root, Spin Doctors, Marshall Tucker and Eddie Money.

The 1,200 lilac bushes decorating the 22 acres of Highland Park in Rochester, N.Y. will put on a spectacular show May 10-19, exploding with color and fragrance during the Rochester Lilac Festival - showcasing the world's largest collection of lilacs during the largest and oldest festival of its kind.

The 115-year-old festival this year has a new name, adding the word Rochester to the title, plus a new logo, new events and attractions, high-profile national music acts, and a new producer, The Springut Group. The Rochester Lilac Festival is a joint venture of Monroe County Parks, City of Rochester, and VisitRochester convention and visitors bureau.

More than 500,000 visitors from most every continent are expected to attend the 10-day festival, which is an experience for all your senses - See the magnificent array of colors, people, and arts & crafts; Smell the aromatic lilacs; Hear entertaining musical acts; Tastethe variety of foods and treats; and Touch a lilac branch as you sniff a fresh bud or walk hand-in-hand along the spectacular park paths.

"The Rochester Lilac Festival continues to grow in attendance and popularity every year by welcoming the festival season back to Monroe County with a big purple splash of spring," said Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks. "Lilac Fest attracts thousands of out-of-town guests to our community and contributes more than $3 million to our local economy. That is an incredible testament to all that Monroe County has to offer and something our entire community should be very proud of."

With local musicians on the main stage every day, coupled with the beauty of Highland Park, the festival is truly a showcase of the city's and county's talents and creativity and natural beauty. The 155-acre Highland Park is a crown jewel among Monroe County's 21 parks. It was designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who also created New York City's Central Park. Guests can enjoy the park's paths and lilacs on foot or via horse-drawn carriage rides.                                                           

What's new and notable for the Lilac Fest in 2013?

National Headliners:

National bands headlining the main stage entertainment include The Spin Doctors, Rusted Root, Marshall Tucker, The Smithereens, and Eddie Money ... all free! Local acts include Prime Time Funk, Paradigm Shift, The Skycoasters, and The Campbell Brothers.

Wine & Chocolate Tasting

Three evenings of a Wine & Chocolate Tasting under the big tent, where you can sample more than 150 different local, regional, and national wines from more than 30 wineries - from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 14; Wednesday, May 15; and Thursday, May 16. No limo needed for this wine trail excursion ... it's all at the Rochester Lilac Festival. And Paradigm Shift will be playing jazz music exclusively for the Wine & Chocolate Tasting guests all three evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. Admission is $10 per person per day and includes 15 wine-tasting tickets, a commemorative tasting glass, access to an outdoor tasting garden, and wine purchases on site with pick-up service. Advance tickets are on sale now at lilacfestival.com.

Craft Beer Garden

A Craft Beer Garden will offer more than 20 varieties of eclectic regional and national beers on tap on a rotating schedule of five different beers per day, for sale alongside a variety of beers from Genesee Brewery. The featured breweries are Ithaca, Victory, Long Trail, and Pyramid.

The Parade

The 2013 Rochester Lilac Festival Parade at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 11, is anticipated to be the largest and most spectacular Lilac Parade to date, with more than 2,500 participants, including 20 marching bands, dancers, costumed characters, and the popular Damascus mini cars. The parade's grand marshals are West Webster volunteer firefighters Joseph Hofstetter and Theodore Scardino, who bravely survived a tragedy in our community on Christmas Eve. The Webster Police Department and West Webster Fire Department will lead our Grand Marshals followed by the Webster Schroeder High School Marching Band.

Kid Power!

Each year a portion of the park is transformed into a mini amusement park during the Lilac Festival. And this year the children's rides and entertainment will feature new mini rides and several bounce houses and inflatable obstacle courses. The kids' stage will offer a variety of acts and is being relocated closer to the rides, in an area now being called "Kid Power!"  The musical acts include The Dinner Dogs, Gary the Happy Pirate, Tiger Tom Walsh, Mike Kornrich, and Magic John. The children's rides and inflatables require tickets, which are sold on site; the live children's entertainment is free.

Demonstration Stages

Along the paths, a variety of demonstrations will be taking place, from gardening tips to woodworking.

Art In the Park

More than 130 artists will be exhibiting on the South Avenue Green in this year's juried Arts and Crafts Shows, open 10:30 a.m. to 6 pm. Saturdays and 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. Artists from more than 10 different states are participating, with art ranging from ceramics and glass to jewelry and metal/sculpture.                  

2013 Festival Poster

Artist Amy Margolis created this year's poster, featuring the beauty of several species of lilacs.

Casa Larga's Lilac Hill Wine

Casa Larga will be selling its Lilac Hill wine, a commemorative bottle of wine with label art featuring the 2013 Rochester Lilac Festival poster. Noted for its floral characteristics and unique blue bottle, this wine has served as a key symbol of Rochester's lilacs since its creation in 1994.

Lilac Hill will be featured as part of the Wine & Chocolate Tasting (May 14-16) and also will be available by the glass throughout the festival at its six bars.

Lilac 10K and Family 5K

This annual event, sponsored by MedVed, is a picturesque run through city streets on the final day of the festival, Sunday May 19. New high-tech additions help runners track their midway and final times, while automatically sending texts to family and friends. More than 2,000 walkers and runners participate.

For more information and updates on Rochester Lilac Festival 2013, visit lilacfestival.com.

National Public Gardens Day

9:30 am - 5:00 pm Come celebrate National Public Gardens Day at Cornell Plantations, and discover Ithaca's very own public garden with activities throughout the day. The Welcome Center will be open from 9:30 am to 5:00 p.m. Free Gimme! coffee will also be available in the Welcome Center. The gardens and grounds are yours to explore on your own from dawn until dusk. Admission is free; however, there is a fee for parking at the Welcome Center from 7:00 am until 5:00 pm. (Parking is free at the Mundy Wildflower Garden)

World War II Theatrical Performance

3:00 pm Join Director Sue Perlgut and 10th grade students from New Roots Charter School for a much-anticipated reading based on interviews the students conducted with seniors and their families about their personal experiences during World War II. With the support of an Arts In Education grant from Community Arts Partnership, Theatre Artist Sue Perlgut, recent Ithaca College graduate Deanalis Resto and New Roots English Teacher Sue Schwartz worked with the students to create this original reading. For more information about the reading, contact Schwartz at (607) 882-9220 or email info@newrootsschool.org.

Opening Reception: Plant Medicine and Myths of the Ancient Western World

5:00 - 7:00 pm Join us for the opening of a new exhibition in the Nevin Welcome Center, prepared by Pamela Shade, curator of the Robison York State Herb Garden. On display are a series of prints of ancient deities from Egyptian and Greek mythology who were thought to have healing powers. Ms. Shade will give a short presentation about these deities and the medicinal plants which still bear the names of ancient gods and goddesses. Several of these plants were used by the earliest physicians and were the precursors to important modern pharmaceuticals. Light refreshments will be served.

Explore the Vineyard: Trellis work

Learn about trellis work with vineyard manager Phil Davis. Session starts at 9am. Guests are to meet at our tasting room location. Purchase tickets here: http://www.damianiwineshop.com/events/vineyard-series-may-11th.html $25/person, 10 person limit For a discount, Purchase all 5 In the Vineyard Sessions here: http://www.damianiwineshop.com/events/5-in-the-vineyard-series.html

Finger Lakes Distilling Celebrates Wine Tourism Day

Wine Tourism Day Special Tour & Tasting Tour - Taste Finger Lakes Distilling exclusive distillery tours & tastings, 11am, 12pm. Come explore the inner workings of FLD. Learn where we get our ingredients, how the still works, and who does the bottling. Master Distiller Thomas Earl will entertain and educate you with his southern wit as he takes you on the journey through our farm to bottle distillation process. $11 fee includes tour, tasting, with souvenir whiskey glass. Reservations required, tours limited to 18. Call today to reserve your spot. 607-546-5510

Wine Tourism Day at Glenora

Sip & Savor Wine & Food Pairing 

Glenora Wine Cellars

5435 State Route 14

Dundee NY 14837

800-243-5513 Ext 415

www.glenora.com

Offered 11:00-4:00pm in the Retail Shop

$10.00/person
Chef Orlando has created a food & wine pairing that will tantalize your taste buds!

Enjoy the following Pairings: 
Smokey bacon wrapped scallop, drizzled with Cabernet Franc reduction, paired with our Cabernet Franc

Blueberry Pulled Pork infused with Smokey Sweet BBQ sauce, paired with our Sangiovese

Guylian Dark Chocolate Mouse with Guylian Praline Hazelnut Truffle, paired with our NV Brut or Raspberry Rosé

In addition, in the Retail Shop, we will be serving:

Grilled homemade Yellow Cab Sausage with peppers & onions, with your choice of either Four Pepper Relish or Chicago Relish!

Barbequed chicken breast with your choice of the following BBQ sauces: Harvest Apple, Southern Blues, Smokey Sweet, Memphis Red

$6 each

AND

Sparkling Wine Dosage Experience! 

Complimentary, offered on the hour from 11:00am to4:00pm, reservations required.

This is a unique opportunity to see how sparkling wine is disgorged (that’s the technical term for removing the yeast) and dosaged (that’s how it gets its sweetness). Participants will start out the experience with a Sparkling Wine tasting of different levels of sweetness. Steve DiFrancesco, our Winemaker, will then demonstrate the step by step process.

Call Kerry Keller at 800.243.5513 ext 420 to reserve your experience.
All tasting fees collected on May 11th will be donated to FoodLink in Yates County http://foodlinkny.org/

Wine Tourism Day Painting Classes

If you are looking for something new, this is for you! Celebrate Wine Tourism Day by learning to paint your very own wine-themed masterpiece. Everyone from novices to hobby artists will enjoy this step-by-step class, taught in a fun and relaxing atmosphere at Fulkerson Winery, with Kylene Kiah, of Wine & Design. Even if you're not artistic, you will truly be amazed at what you can create. We'll be set up outside to enjoy the beautiful spring weather, so feel free to bring sunglasses or your favorite sun hat. In the event of inclement weather, the class will take place inside. After class, reward yourself with a tasting! There are two classes to choose from: 1pm or 3:30pm. View what we'll be painting and purchase tickets via the Wine & Design website: http://www.wineanddesignus.com/Corning_About_Us.html. Click "Calendar" on the right side of the page, go to May, and you'll see our classes on the 11th.

Glacier Family Day

10:00 am - 1:00 pm Bring the whole family to the public opening of the new glacier exhibit! Visitors will feel as if they are immersed in an ice cave as they learn all about glaciers: their characteristics, locations around the world, connections with climate, and impacts on animals and humans. Kids will crawl through small spaces and explore the science of glaciers using their senses. All activities included with Museum admission.

Animal Feeding

12:00 pm Check out our many animals! We feed our snakes, turtles, birds, fish and mammals. Our staff of animal specialists will be available to answer your questions. General admission fees apply.

Showtime! What Can a Robot Do?

2:00 pm See science in action with a special interactive presentation every Saturday. During May you can see Code Red Robotics (May 4), What Can a Robot Do? (May 11), Teach a Dog New Tricks (May 18) and Larvae and Nymphs (May 25). Showtime! is included with museum admission.

Migration Celebration

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Come celebration spring and the return of migrating songbirds! Learn more about birds and migration, take guided walks along the trails of Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary, play a variety of interactive learning games, and watch wild birds being banded. See live eagles, owls, and hawks.

Mother's Day Cruises!

Treat your mother to a cruise on the Canandaigua Lady this Mother's Day! One Mother Rides Free with the Purchase of One Adult Ticket! Cruise Times: 10:30-12pm & 12:30-2pm $18/Adults and $13/Kids under 12 Please call (585) 396-7350 ext. 104 to make your reservations!

Women and Wine

Live music by the Burns Sisters, Brunch and Lunch from the Seneca Smokehouse/ Opus Cafe, Smitten Kitchen Cookbook Signing and vendors. Sample wine while spending the day with the important woman in your life!

Mother's Day Buffet - Holiday Inn Ithaca

Mother's Day Buffet
Sunday, May 12, 2013 ~ 11:00am - 5:00pm
Call 607-272-1000
Breakfast Items Served All Day!!!

with Omelets Made To Order
Strawberry & Spice Waffles
Cheese Blintzes with Blueberry Sauce
Scrambled Eggs
Bacon & Pork Sausage Patties
Assorted Pastries, Muffins, Bagels & Breads
Fresh Fruits & Assorted Cheese Display
Dinner Items Featuring:
Carved Roast Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus
Pan Seared Chicken with Kalamata Olives, Artichokes & Mushrooms
Salmon with Garlic & Tomato Infused Oil
Couscous with Feta Cheese & Spinach
Wild Rice & Carrot Pilaf
Bowtie Pasta with Scallion Basil Pesto
Grilled Asparagus
Traditional Mashed Potatoes
An Array of Fresh Salads
Assortment of Dinner Rolls
Sinfully Delicious Dessert Display

Adults $19.95
Children ages 5-12 $9.95
Children 4 & Under Free
Prices do not include beverages, taxes
or service fees

Mother's Day Buffet at Veraisons

Veraisons Restaurant

Sunday, May 12, 2013 ~Serving 11:00am to 3:00pm
Adults $29.95 Children $12 (12 & under)

 Advanced Reservations Strongly Suggested
by calling 800-243-5513
Glenora Wine Cellars, 5435 State Route 14, Dundee, NY 14837
Visit us on the web at www.glenora.com

Live Entertainment by Distilled

 Carving Selections
Sliced Prime Rib
with Horseradish
Cream Sauce
Roasted Turkey Breast with 
Turkey Au Jus

 Main Courses

Omelet Station– Create Your Own

Brioche French Toast with Strawberry Compote

Eggs Florentine with Canadian Bacon

Asparagus & Cheddar Quiche

Sautéed Chicken and Pasta with Pesto Cream Sauce

Oven Roasted Salmon with Tarragon Crème Fraiche

Sides
Pan Fried Cured Bacon

Sausage Links

Thyme Buttered Green Beans

Farfalle Pasta Salad

Mixed Spring Greens

Asparagus & Pea Soup

Potatoes O’ Brian

Saffron Rice Pilaf

Fresh Fruit & 
Local Cheese Display

Desserts

Fresh Baked Muffins

Miniature Tea Sandwiches

House-made Scones

Double Chocolate Brownies

Chess Pie

Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler

Assorted Cheesecakes 
& More

Carie Buisch

Receptionist

Glenora Wine Cellar

Phone: 607-243-5511

Fax: 607-243-5514

cbuisch@glenora.com

Mother's Day Buffet at the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel

Served in the Harbor Ballroom
Sunday, May 12, 2013
11:00am – 6:00pm
Call 607-535-6116

Breakfast 11:00am - 1:00pm
with Omelets Made To Order
Dinner 11:00am - 6:00pm Featuring:
Roast Prime Rib of Beef au’jus
Apricot Glazed Pork Loin
Chicken Breast with Italian Sausage & Tomato Velouté
Florentine Stuffed Sole with Lemon Cream
Potatoes au Gratin with Smoked Bacon
Herbed Ricotta Mashed Potatoes
Cavatappi with White Beans & Caramelized Onions
Roasted Spring Vegetables
Green Beans with Prosciutto Ham & Radishes
Cheese & Fruit Display
Assorted Fresh Salads
Assorted Dinner Rolls
Harbor Hotel’s Famous Dessert Display
Coffee & Tea

Adults $29.95
Children ages 5-12 $12.95
Children 4 & Under Free
Prices do not include beverages, taxes or service fees
Reservations Required
607.535.6116

Treat mom to a luxurious getaway...Overnight accommodations
starting at $99.00, plus taxes valid Sunday, May 12, 2013 only.
Limited availability, book today!

Hilton Garden Inn Elmira/Corning Mother's Day Buffet

Happy Mother’s Day

Sunday, May 12^th

1pm-4pm

$23.95 adult per person

10% senior discount

Kids 12 and under ½ price

Parties of 8 or more add 18% service charge

Tax and gratuity not included

*Carved Prime Rib

*Chicken Florentine

*Stuffed Filet of Sole

*Baked Glazed Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce

*Corn Baked Casserole

*Potatoes Au Gratin

*Assorted Soups and Salads

*Desserts

*Special Kids Food Table

Reservations Required

Breakfast Buffet

7am-11:30am

$10.95 plus tax and gratuity 

Mother's Day Brunch at Inn on the Lake

Omelet Stations, Bacon, Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, French Toast, Assorted Bagels with Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese, Breakfast Breads and Pastries, Fruit Salad, Granola and Yogurt Parfait Station, Smoked Seafood Display, Roasted Mushroom & Red Pepper Salad, Lemon Wild Rice Salad, Warm Roasted Brussels Sprout Salad, Mac & Cheese, Fillet of Sole, Roasted Apple & Fennel Chicken, Stuffed Shells with Pomodoro Sauce.
Carving Stations: Ham Carving Station with Wild Rice Pilaf, Turkey Carving Station with Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Cranberry, Prime Rib, Au Jus, Butternut Squash, Green Bean Almandine
Dessert Display with a Decedent Chocolate Waterfall
$26.95 per person

Seatings at 10:00am, 12:30pm & 3:00pm. Dinner Service Begins at 5:00pm.

Call 585-394-7800

Happy Mother's Day Brunch Buffet at Sherwood Inn

May 12, 2013 9:30am-2:30pm
Call 315-685-3405 

Adults $26.95
Childred under 12 $14.95
Childred 5 and under free
Plus tax and gratuity

Fresh Fruit and Cheese Display
A selection of Fine Imported
and Domestic Cheeses
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
Crostini and Dips

Smoked Salmon and Spring Salad Display
Smoked Salmon Sides with
Hard Cooked Eggs, Capers, Red Onion
assorted cream cheeses and mini bagels
Dilled Chicken Salad
Ham Salad
Smoked Seafood Salad
Classic Caesar Salad
Spring Organic Greens with
assorted toppings and dressings
Fresh baked artisan bread, muffins and danish

Made to Order Omelets
Fresh Seasonal Ingredients:
Broccoli, ham, Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions,
Peppers, Swiss and Cheddar Cheese

Carved to Order Roasts
Oven Roasted Breast of Turkey
Top Sirloin of Beef
Honey Glazed Ham

Entrees
Raspberry and Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast
Scrambled Eggs
Eggs Benedict
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
Country Sausage
Sherwoood Breakfast Potatoes
Chicken Française
Tortellini Primavera
Seafood Newburg
Cabernet Blend Rice Pilaf

Dessert
Assorted choices from our Patisserie

Beverage Service
Assorted Juices, Coffee and Tea

20% off any bottle of wine 

Mother's Day Boat Tours at Stivers Seneca Marine

Make Mother's Day a special one by treating Mom to Dessert, Coffee and a relaxing, enjoyable Boat Cruise around beautiful Seneca Lake! Step aboard our 1953 Mississippi River Boat, the Rose Lummis - her main deck is fully enclosed, with a full bar and restroom. The upper deck is open for ultimate viewing. Sit back and relax and bring your camera for a beautiful afternoon of family and fun! Cruises are at 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. $18.00 per person, $15.00-ages 12 and under, ages 2 and under free. Call 315-789-5520 for reservations or email at bstivers1@hotmail.com

Mother's Day Buffet at Esperanza Mansion

Sunday, May 12, 2012
11am-3pm

$22.95 per person, plus tax an gratuity.
Children 5-12 half price~ 4 and under free.
Reservations required. Please call 315-536-4400. 

Carving Station 
Honey glazed ham with Dijon honey sauce
Rosemary roasted leg of lamb with mint jelly
Mesquite rubbed roasted turkey with gravy

Main Courses
Chicken French
Beef Bourguignon in rich mushroom and onion burgundy demi glaze
Champagne citrus poached Norwegian salmon with sauce choron

Salads
Classic Caesar Salad
Faith Salad
Potato Salad
Pasta Salad

To Enhance your Entrée
Herb roasted red skinned potatoes
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
Honey glazed carrots
Sautéed vegetables
Fresh baked rolls

Dessert Display!

Mirbeau Inn & Spa Indulges Mom From Head to Toe in Honor of Mother's Day

Brunch Buffet to Be Served on Sunday, May 12

Mother Glows Best Spa Treatment Offered May 1-31

SKANEATELES, N.Y. – May 2, 2013 – For those who want to thank mom (or wife or grandmother or godmother) for all she does year-round, there’s no better way to treat her this Mother’s Day than a trip toMirbeau Inn & Spa for a festive farm-fresh brunch or a soothing spa treatment. The award-winning Finger Lakes retreat will celebrate the special day with an elaborate brunch buffet in Mirbeau’s picturesque dining room on Sunday, May 12, and the spa will have an extra-special “Mother Glows Best” treatment available from May 1 through the 31. Brunch seatings will be at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. at $44 for adult, $18 for children 6-16, and free for kids ages five and under.

The 100-minute Mother Glows Best treatment begins with a relaxing Honey-Magnolia body soak. Next grapeseed, olive and orange peel oil-infused towels are applied to nourish the skin with antioxidants and vitamins. The skin is then exfoliated with a Shea butter sugar scrub and finishes with softly sweetened body milk leaving notes of magnolia flowers, cream and hints of honey, revealing glistening and radiant skin.

To take the guesswork out of treating mom, Mirbeau Inn & Spa also offers Gift Cards that may be used property-wide for spa, dining, personal training and overnight stays. Gift cards may be purchased in person or at mirbeaugifts.com. For Gift Card purchases of $200 or more,guests receive an additional $50 to spend in June. This in-store-only offer is limited to one per guest. Dining, spa and overnight reservations may be made by calling 877-MIRBEAU (647-2328). 

Highlights from the Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Menu

Roasted Filet Mignon with Sauce Béarnaise

Farm Fresh Eggs & Omelets Made to Order

Stir Fry with Custom Mix-Ins and Sauces

Wild Mushroom & Asparagus Risotto

Vegetable Lasagna

Seafood Display of Shrimp, Crab Salad & Seafood Imperial

Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese, Cucumbers, Red Onion & Harisa

Hummus, Baba Ghannoush & Roasted Red Pepper-Olive Tapenade

Assorted House Made Cakes, Tarts, Cookies, Brownies, Truffles and Ice Cream

Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

Kid-Friendly Selections include Chicken Fingers, Mac-n-Cheese and Sandwiches

About Mirbeau Inn & Spa

The 34-room Mirbeau Inn & Spa is an intimate, year-round retreat for rejuvenation and romance, offering gracious hospitality, award-winning cuisine, and world-class spa treatments in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes wine region. Steeped in elegant French country style, Mirbeau is tucked into 10 acres of Monet-inspired gardens, surrounded by spruce forests, rolling hills, crystal clear lakes and more than 100 wineries. Mirbeau Inn & Spa is the only Forbes Four-Star Award winner for hotel, spa and restaurant in New York State, and an AAA Four-Diamond winner. It is also distinguished by the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, Top Ten Spas in the World in the categories of romance, boutique, yoga and cuisine in Spa Finder’s Annual Readers’ Choice Awards, Top Five Spas for Couples in the World in back-to-back years of Spa Magazine’s Silver Sage Readers’ Choice Favorites, has been awarded a spot on Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 30 Small Resorts in the US for three years in a row and won a 2011 SpAWARD for Most Romantic Spa. Mirbeau Inn & Spa is located at 851 West Genesee Street, Skaneateles, N.Y.  For reservations, please call 877-MIRBEAU (647-2328). For more information visit www.mirbeau.com.

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Birds and Blossoms: Wildflower Walk

1:00 - 2:00 pm The walk will be led by an expert from Cornell Plantations. Look for flowers and birds! The walk will take place rain or shine. No registration required. Meet at the Cornell Lab Visitor Center. Free admission.

Mother's Day Hike

10:30 am Step out with Mom and the rest of the family to celebrate spring with a hike through Smith Woods. This is an old growth forest located in nearby Trumansburg, and is part of the Cayuga Nature Center. We will be meeting at the trail head which is located on the corner of Falls Road and Cemetery Road.

Discovery Sundays

1:00 pm Turkey season is starting, and now is your chance to learn all about these amazing animals! Learn about turkey diet and behavior, make some turkey crafts to take home, and take a guided hike to learn how to track turkeys!

Chemsations!

2:00 pm Local high school students demonstrate a variety of chemistry reactions, including disappearing ink, floating bubbles, dry ice and more.

Tail Waggin Tutor

3:00 - 4:00 pm New, reluctant and struggling readers are encouraged to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener: a dog! Caregivers interested in reserving time for their readers to share a story with Sam, a hound mix, or DJ, a terrier, should contact the Library s Youth Services Department at (607) 272-4557 extension 275 to reserve a 15-minute read-aloud time slot. This event is co-sponsored by Cornell Companions.

Storytime: Seeds

10:30 am Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to hear the story Seeds by Ken Robbins and then plant their own seeds to grow at home.

Imperial Dreams: Tracking the Imperial Woodpecker Through the Wild Sierra Madre

6:00 pm Don’t miss your chance to learn about Tim Gallagher's quest to track down the rarest bird in the world, the Imperial Woodpecker, as he reads from his much-acclaimed book Imperial Dreams: Tracking the Imperial Woodpecker Through the Wild Sierra Madre. Copies of Imperial Dreams will be available for purchase and signing at the event courtesy of Buffalo Street Books.

VIP Friday Night 5 Course Wine Dinner Experience at Suzanne's

Set in a 1903 elegant farmhouse with breathtaking views of Seneca Lake, Chef Suzanne Fine crafts stunning dishes made from local ingredients -- many grown in an organic garden right on the property. Guests will enjoy a pre-dinner tour of the Chef Suzanne's garden given by head gardener Phoebe van Vleet, followed by a 5-Course dinner paired with 5 Finger Lakes wines (two being specially-selected reserves only available to VIP guests) served in the private library, while your guide leads discussion on the wine and food experience throughout the meal. Dates: April 26, May 17, June 7.

Tour departs from Ithaca. For more info or to book the tour, go to http://www.experiencefingerlakes.com/exp_eventsuzannefrc.html or call Experience! The Finger Lakes at 607-233-4818 

Birds and Blossoms: Bird Walk

8:00 - 9:00 am Take a guided walk through the lovely grounds at Cornell Plantations to look for birds. Meet at the entrance to the Mundy Wildflower Garden off Caldwell Road. The walk takes place rain or shine. No registration required. Free.

One Day In Ithaca: Writing Workshop With Irene 'Zee' Zahava

2:00 - 4:00 pm In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of One Day in Ithaca, a community write-in, which encouraged people who lived and worked in Ithaca and Tompkins County to write about anything they were experiencing, Irene 'Zee' Zahava will host a special 'One Day' writing workshop. Participants will create original works to be included in the One Day in Ithaca 2013 project. This program is free and open to the public; however advance registration is required. To register, contact Zahava at (607) 273-4675 or zee@twcny.rr.com. Community members interested in participating in 'One Day' but unable to attend the workshop are encouraged to drop their story in the 'One Day' box in the Library's Avenue of the Friends on May 17.

Corning Museum of Glass to Join in Association of Art Museum Directors - Celebration of Art Museum Day on May 18, 2013

Visitors encouraged to share their Museum experiences throughout the celebration via social media using the #artmuseumday hashtag

CORNING, NY—The Corning Museum of Glass announced today that it will offer free programs on the opening day of this year’s major exhibition, Life on a String: 35 Centuries of the Glass Bead as part of the Association of Art Museum Directors’ (AAMD) Art Museum Day, coinciding with International Museum Day on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Visitors are invited to take free guided tours of Life on a String with exhibition curator Adrienne Gennett and watch free flameworking demonstrations to see how glass beads are made. In 2012, AAMD launched an initiative encouraging visitors of all ages to share their experiences of Art Museum Day through social media. Last year’s event prompted an outpouring of responses with tweets, “check-ins” via FourSquare, and personal responses from across North America. The Corning Museum of Glass (@corningmuseum on Twitter) invites visitors to continue the conversation this year by sharing their perspectives via social media with the hashtag #artmuseumday. “Art museums bring communities together and engage people of every background in the shared exploration of human expression across time and cultures,” said Chris Anagnos, Executive Director of AAMD. “AAMD is so pleased that The Corning Museum of Glass is joining us in celebrating Art Museum Day and is encouraging everyone in the glass art community to participate and share their experiences in a public forum.” Art Museum Day emphasizes the essential role that art museums play in their communities, highlights the value of the visual arts in society, and provides new opportunities for audiences to participate in the wide-ranging programs offered by AAMD member museums. These member institutions—located across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—include regional museums as well as large international museums. International Museum Day is organized annually around the world by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). AAMD’s Art Museum Day is an opportunity to focus attention on the role of art museums in North America, as part of ICOM’s global celebration. Participate There are opportunities to participate in Art Museum Day both at the Museum in Corning, NY, or from anywhere in the world via social media. Visit the Museum to take a free tour of Life on a String: 35 Centuries of the Glass Bead with exhibition curator Adrienne Gennett, and watch special flameworking demonstrations to see how glass beads are made. Bring the whole family. Local residents who live in areas where the zip codes begin with 148, 149, or 169 receive a special $6.00 admission rate and kids and teens age 19 and under always receive free admission. Join us online using the hashtag #artmuseumday, and see what others are sharing on Twitter at @corningmuseum, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/corningmuseumofglass. About The Corning Museum of Glass The Corning Museum of Glass (www.cmog.org) is the foremost authority on the art, history, science, and design of glass. It is home to the world’s most important collection of glass, including the finest examples of glassmaking spanning 3,500 years. Live glassblowing demonstrations (offered at the Museum, on the road, and at sea on Celebrity Cruises) bring the material to life. Daily Make Your Own Glass experiences at the Museum enable visitors to create work in a state-of-the-art glassmaking studio. The campus in Corning includes a year-round glassmaking school, The Studio, and the Rakow Research Library, the world’s preeminent collection of materials on the art and history of glass. Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes Wine Country of New York State, the Museum is open daily, year-round. Kids and teens, 19 and under, receive free admission. ### Image caption: Neckpiece, Jacqueline Irène Lillie (French, b. 1941), Austria, Vienna, 1992. Glass filaments, glass beads, knotted silk. Diam. 28.8 cm. 92.3.47, the seventh Rakow Commission.

Gorge and Waterfall Photography

2:00 - 5:00 pm Ever wonder how the pros are able to make those stunning photos of smoothly-flowing waterfalls? Here's your chance to learn how it's done, with the help of professional photographer Chris Kitchen. This hands-on workshop for intermediate to more advanced-level photographers will combine classroom learning with hands-on field experience. Fee: $36; $30 for members and Cornell students. Pre-registration required. (Rain date: Sunday, May 19),

Animal Feeding

12:00 pm Check out our many animals! We feed our snakes, turtles, birds, fish and mammals. Our staff of animal specialists will be available to answer your questions. General admission fees apply.

Guided Bird Walk

Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19, 7:30 - 9:00 am Join us for guided beginner bird walks in Sapsucker Woods. Walks last about 1.5 hours, and will take place weather permitting. Bring your binoculars and meet outside the observatory. There are some binoculars available to borrow. Please dress for the weather. Free.

Celebrate Art Museum Day Drop-in Workshop

2:00 - 4:00 pm The Johnson is celebrating Art Museum Day 2013 with this special drop-in workshop. Learn more about the design and creation of the Morgan Japanese Garden to spark your creativity and sketch with provided pencils and watercolor. This event is being held as part of the Association of Art Museum Directors' (AAMD) Art Museum Day, coinciding with International Museum Day on May 18. A comprehensive list of participating AAMD member art museums is available on the AAMD website. Join in the conversation! #artmuseumday

Community Day

10:00 am - 5:00 pm Enjoy the Museum of the Earth for free! The new glacier exhibit will be open and we will have plenty of fun activities. Children's book author Kevin Kurtz, who wrote A Day in the Salt Marsh, A Day on the Mountain and the forthcoming A Day in the Deep will be giving a book reading at 10:30 am. He has loved science, nature and books since he was a kid growing up in Homer, New York. As an adult he has worked as an educator for organizations such as the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston and the Science Factory Children's Museum in Eugene, OR, and also onboard the research ship the JOIDES Resolution during an expedition in the South Pacific. Kids and their families can learn more about life on a real research ship by joining PRI's own Don Duggan-Haas as he reports live from the JOIDES Resolution in a Ship-to-Shore Skype call starting at 1:00 pm.

Showtime! Teach a Dog New Tricks

2:00 pm See science in action with a special interactive presentation every Saturday. During May you can see Code Red Robotics (May 4), What Can a Robot Do? (May 11), Teach a Dog New Tricks (May 18) and Larvae and Nymphs (May 25). Showtime! is included with museum admission.

Birds and Blossoms: Wildflower Walk

1:00 - 2:00 pm The walk will be led by an expert from Cornell Plantations. Look for flowers and birds! The walk will take place rain or shine. No registration required. Meet at the Cornell Lab Visitor Center. Free admission.

Worldly Approach to Wine Seminar

Tail Waggin Tutor

3:00 - 4:00 pm New, reluctant and struggling readers are encouraged to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener: a dog! Caregivers interested in reserving time for their readers to share a story with Sam, a hound mix, or DJ, a terrier, should contact the Library s Youth Services Department at (607) 272-4557 extension 275 to reserve a 15-minute read-aloud time slot. This event is co-sponsored by Cornell Companions.

Monday Night Seminar: Australian Songbirds, the Music of Nature, and the Nature of Music

7:30 - 9:00 pm Australian lyrebirds are natures' greatest mimics. Australian bowerbirds build, paint, and decorate elaborate structures, and they sing and dance. The complex songs of Australian Pied Butcherbirds are considered to be some of the most beautiful in the world. These species prompt questions such as: Is birdsong music? Can birds keep a beat? Do they make art? Join Dr. Hollis Taylor, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia, as she presents her fascinating field-work results from the Australian outback in stories, photographs, movies, and recordings. Free admission.

Animal Time: Forest Tracks

10:30 am Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to hear the story Forest Tracks by Dee Dee Duffy and then make their own set of rabbit ears.

Myths of Mental Illness

6:00 pm In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Tompkins County Public Library will host author and advocate Karen Winters Schwartz for an introduction of her latest book, Reis's Pieces: Love, Loss and Schizophrenia, and a discussion on the misconceptions of mental illness. Her Library presentation is free and open to the public.

GlassFest

Corning, New York

May 23-26, 2013

The 4^th Annual Glassfest is a four-day celebration of glass and the fire arts in the Crystal City, featuring a flameworking competition, live hot glass shows, glasss, ceramic, & metal arts vendors, and 8K running race, shopping & dining, fireworks and “American’s Favorite Tribute to Journey”-DSB band Saturday night free concert!

The festival kicks off on Thursday, May 23, at The corning Museum of Glass with a special-edition 2300 degrees celebration, and continues through the weekend with the live, outdoor glass-making FlameOff competition, wine and craft beer tasting, live artist demos throughout the downtown and more activities and promotions for the whole family including a fireworks exhibition on Saturday evening!

For more information visit www.glassfest.org or call 607-937-6292

Artist Reception: Anesti Zakos

Meet the artist, Anesti, one of he most esteemed artists in Ithaca, NY and view his sculptures. Event runs 5:30-7:30 Wines by the glass for purchase and a complimentary tapas-spread will be available. Email aldedom@gmail.com for more info.

Free Rose & Boat Party at the Inns of Aurora

The Inns of Aurora to Host Summer-Long Complimentary Wine Tasting Series: Kickoff party will feature a variety of rose wines and boat tours Aurora, N.Y.—At 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013, the Inns of Aurora will kick off their Taste of Summer series with a free lakeside rose tasting party. Mark Grimaldi of Bowler Wines will be pouring seven of the best roses of 2012 from around the world, and the Aurora Inn Dining Room will prepare accompanying fruit and cheese platters. Wines featured will include Eric Kent’s Rose Sonoma Coast and Bandol Rose IN MAGNUM! from Provence. The party also marks a strengthened partnership between the Inns of Aurora and Water to Wine Tours, captained by Skip Stamberger. Skip and his watercrafts will be on hand for complimentary boat tours of Aurora from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Throughout the summer, Skip’s charter will depart every night from the Aurora Inn dock for a two-hour dusk water cruise. Open to Inns of Aurora guests, this exciting package will include a picnic basket of house-made goods and dinner for two by sunset in the Aurora Inn Dining Room. Every other Wednesday throughout the summer, the Inns of Aurora will host a different local winery on its lakeside veranda for a tasting of their favorite varietals. A full schedule follows—each event is complimentary and open to the public. “The series is a great way for the Inns to play their part in introducing some of our favorite wineries to our neighbors and guests,” remarks Alex Schloop, organizer of the series. “I love when people stop by on their way home from work, or use it as a reason to get out of the house and join us for dinner afterwards.” A full list of the Inns of Aurora Taste of Summer series can be seen at innsofaurora.com/food-wine/epicurean-events. The Aurora Inn is located at 391 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026. Reservations for Water to Wine tours departing from Aurora can be made by calling 315.364.8888. ROSE KICKOFF PARTY Featuring boat rides by Water to Wine Tours Friday, May 24, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm HEART AND HANDS WINE COMPANY Wednesday, June 19, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm LAKEWOOD VINEYARDS Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm DAMIANI WINE CELLARS Wednesday, July 17, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm RAVINES WINE CELLARS Wednesday, July 31, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm SHAW VINEYARDS Wednesday, August 14, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm HERON HILL WINERY Wednesday, August 28, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm KING FERRY WINERY Wednesday, September 11, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm LONG POINT WINERY Wednesday, September 25, 2013 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm

Shop Destiny USA during the USA Outlet Shopping Festival May 24-27

A National Event to Showcase Great Outlet Savings

Presented in Partnership with MasterCard® Worldwide 

Destiny USA is a host of the inaugural USA Outlet Shopping Festival, a national event designed to promote outlet shopping throughout the USA. The Festival will run for 4 days, Friday through Monday, beginning May 24-27, 2013, U.S. Memorial Day weekend. This annual event, produced by the Outlet Marketing Alliance and Shop America Alliance, showcases leading outlet centers and top name brand outlet retailers. For complete details visit OutletFestival.com.

During the USA Outlet Shopping Festival, shoppers and travelers worldwide will be invited to visit outlet centers and shop outlet retailers to enjoy special savings and promotions. Shoppers spending $150 or more at Destiny USA on their MasterCard® cards during the Festival will receive tote bags along with special discount offers.

Destiny USA guests can bring their receipts to Guest Services on the first and second level to pick up souvenirs for their participation. Visitors can also register to win a $100 gift card at Destiny USA’s Guest Services locations.

Shopping and dining are the top tourism activities in America, as tracked by the U.S. Department of Commerce/Office of Travel & Tourism Industries and U.S. Travel Association.  Outlet Centers are currently the fastest growing segment of U.S. shopping center industry according to data tracked by Value Retail News and the International Council of Shopping Centers. OutletBound.com, the leading outlet center web site and sponsor of the Festival, features more than 200 U.S. outlet shopping centers located in 42 states, many of which are participating in the Festival.

The official USA Outlet Shopping Festival web site, www.OutletFestival.com is the portal for all festival information, packages, sponsors and special offers.  The Festival includes a variety of special offers, savings and entertaining events that are great incentives to encourage shopping over this holiday weekend.

For additional information about the USA Outlet Shopping Festival at Destiny USA, Contact Rose Hapanowich, rmh@destinyusa.com, 315.466.6000,www.destinyusa.com .

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Destiny USA is a 2.4 million square foot tourist destination in Syracuse, NY that includes a strong mix of luxury outlet tenants, restaurants and entertainment.  New brands are continuing to open to create a unique and dynamic consumer shopping experience.  A stunning three-story glass atrium provides perfect weather year round.  Oxford Economics has projected an annual visitation rate of over 29 million visitors from throughout the U.S. and Canada.  Destiny USA is expected to be the second most visited shopping center in the country, according to Travel and Leisure magazine.  It is the largest LEED® Gold certified retail commercial building in the world.

About Outlet Marketing Alliance

Outlet Marketing Alliance (OMA) is a group of leading outlet industry retailers and developers focused on creating enhanced marketing and sales opportunities. OMA meetings are held several times annually in New York.

About Shop America Alliance

Shop America Alliance LLC (SAA) is the travel trade organization representing hundreds of the premier shopping tourism destinations, retailers, shopping centers, museum stores and outlets in North America. Founded in 1998 and focused on tourism, Shop America Alliance co-produces the annual ONE Travel Conference, SASI-ONE Awards and The Cultural Traveler guide, publishes Shop America Magazine and markets more than 175 Shop America Tours in 40 cities. For more information ShopAmericaTours@aol.com or call 707-224-3795 or visit OutletFestival.com.

Birds and Blossoms: Bird Walk

8:00 - 9:00 am Take a guided walk through the lovely grounds at Cornell Plantations to look for birds. Meet at the entrance to the Mundy Wildflower Garden off Caldwell Road. The walk takes place rain or shine. No registration required. Free.

Exploring Wine: Riesling

Learn about this varietal and taste a selection of Rieslings from the FLX and beyond! Join winemaker Lou Damiani 2-4pm, your sure to have a great time! Purchase tickets here: http://www.damianiwineshop.com/events/exploring-wine-series-riesling-may-25th.html $25/person, 25 person limit

Free Admission for Military Families and Veterans During Memorial Day Weekend

Saturday, May 25 to Monday, May 27 May 25 and 27, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sunday, May 26, 12:00 - 5:00 pm Active duty military personnel, veterans, and their immediate family members receive free admission Saturday through Monday of Memorial Day weekend. Valid military ID required.

Animal Feeding

12:00 pm Check out our many animals! We feed our snakes, turtles, birds, fish and mammals. Our staff of animal specialists will be available to answer your questions. General admission fees apply.

Guided Bird Walk

Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 7:30 - 9:00 am Join us for guided beginner bird walks in Sapsucker Woods. Walks last about 1.5 hours, and will take place weather permitting. Bring your binoculars and meet outside the observatory. There are some binoculars available to borrow. Please dress for the weather. Free.

Showtime! Larvae and Nymphs

2:00 pm See science in action with a special interactive presentation every Saturday. During May you can see Code Red Robotics (May 4), What Can a Robot Do? (May 11), Teach a Dog New Tricks (May 18) and Larvae and Nymphs (May 25). Showtime! is included with museum admission.

"Sample The Susquehanna" Kayak Tour

Experiencethe calm and scenic waters of the Southern Tier's premier river. With a gentle flow and relaxed pace this 6 mile kayak tour is well suited for all abilities. This historic section of the river also provides an opportunity for viewing many species of birds, including a nesting pair of bald eagles. Our professional guides will accompany you down the river providing a safety orientation, kayaking basics and fun! Equipment and a shuttle bus ride back to your vehicle at the end of the tour are included. $50 per person. Meet at the DEC boat launch in Apalachin, paddle to Hickories Park. 607-220-3642

Birds and Blossoms: Wildflower Walk

1:00 - 2:00 pm The walk will be led by an expert from Cornell Plantations. Look for flowers and birds! The walk will take place rain or shine. No registration required. Meet at the Cornell Lab Visitor Center. Free admission.

Enjoy Cars, Cars, Cars at Celebrate Commemorate

CELEBRATE COMMEMORATE MEMORIAL DAY 2013

WATERLOO - What better way to spend a Sunday morning than strolling down Main Street looking at lovingly restored cars and trucks and listening to music of popular disc jockeys.

            The popular Celebrate Commemorate car show begins at 11 a.m. May 26. “Wheels on Main Street” will feature hundreds of motorized vehicles from farm tractors to race cars to classic and antique cars on display.  Disc Jockeys Jim Schreck of WNYR-FM radio and Bob Gilbert of Dynamic Sound will set up on opposite ends of Main Street to provide music for strolling.

This year the show pays tribute to Waterloo Village Police Chief Doyle Marquart, who has provided outstanding support for the event for the past 14 years,This year’s dash plaque features the Marquart family’s classic red Pontiac convertible.

The show is organized by Lou and Alice LeBrun, Bob and Bev Good and Gary and Donna Stengle.

Registrations may be made between 9 and 10 a.m. the day of the show at the booth in front of the police department, 41 West Main St.  Registrants will receive a commemorative dash plaque. Registration is free. 

Lions Club Hosts Woodie Reunion

As part of the Celebrate Commemorate Car Show, the Waterloo Lions Club and the Woodie Northeastern Chapter will host the annual Woodie Reunion, a gathering of the wooden-bodied cars manufactured in Waterloo from 1939 to 1957.

Chair Gary Valerio said Woodies will participate in the Celebrate parade on Saturday at 11 a.m. and evening banquet at Abigail’s Restaurant at 5:30 p.m.  On Sunday, the cars will be on display in front of the Main Street Shop Centre during the car show.

The 14^th annual Celebrate Commemorate event will be held May 24-27 in Waterloo, the Birthplace of Memorial Day. For more information about the events, go to www.waterloony.com.

The 147^th consecutive commemoration of Memorial Day will be on Thursday, May 30. It will include prayer services, and the official Memorial Day parade at 6 pm, followed by ceremonies in Lafayette Park. Major General Karen Dyson, first female director of the Army Budget, will be the featured speaker.

Tactile Time: From Head to Toe

10:30 am Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to hear the story From Head to Toe by Eric Carle and then put together a wobbly skeleton.

Seminar: How to Do Bird Conservation the UK Way: The Role of Science

7:30 - 9:00 pm Dr. Mark Avery, former Conservation Director for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and wildlife blogger for The Independent newspaper, spent 25 years working for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) in the UK, an organization with more than 1.1 million paying members. As Conservation Director for more than a decade, he led conservation actions: lobbying the UK government; carrying out species reintroductions; providing outreach to farmers; buying land for nature reserves. Dr. Avery will discuss how much of this success came down to science and how much to luck or politics.

Evening Wildflower Walk

6:30 - 7:30 pm Tour the woodland pathways and varied plant habitats of the Mundy Wildflower Garden with Krissy Boys, gardener and native plants specialist. Spring is the season for experiencing delicate and ephemeral natives such as trillium, Jack-in-the-pulpit, bloodroot, and Solomon's seal. These plants and many others native to the northeastern U.S., including several that are scarce and vulnerable to exploitation, are carefully managed in this natural area. Free parking is available at the Wildflower Garden entrance. Free.

Hip Hop America

5:30 pm Please join us for a discussion of Nelson George's Hip Hop America. The discussion will be facilitated by Eric Kofi Acree, Director at Cornell's John Henrik Clarke Africana Library.

Painted Plates

Wine Pairing Dinner

Friday, May 31, 2013

At 6:00 pm

Glenora Wine Cellars

5435 Route 14

Dundee, New York 14837

www.glenora.com

“Painted Plates”

First Course

Split Pea Soup

Smoked ham hock and curried onions

Paired with 2011 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay

Second Course

Grilled Stuffed Radicchio

Lemon infused Lively Run goat cheese, roasted blue potatoes,

Marinated asparagus and Hollandaise sauce

Paired with 2011 Riesling

Third Course

Pan Seared Canadian Ruby Red Trout

Organic fried egg, cranberry Quinoa salad and a parsley caper cream sauce

Paired with 2011 Signature

Fourth Course

Sesame & Orange Glazed Chicken

Soy glazed snow peas, water chestnuts and jasmine rice

Paired with 2011 Gewurztraminer

Fifth Course

Dessert Trio

Chocolate bananas foster parfait

Lemon curd with blueberries

Cake pop

Paired with 2010 Iced Vidal Blanc

Color is the inspiration for this months wine pairing dinner!

Executive Chef, Orlando Rodriguez and

Executive Sous Chef, Michael Wszolek invite you to experience the colors of

food while enjoying Glenora’s finest!

$50 per person (plus tax and gratuity)

The dinner begins at 6 pm sharp.

Advanced Reservations are required.

Please call 800.243.5513 to reserve your table !

Montezuma Wildlife Day Cruise - Stivers Seneca Marine

Join Captain John Cooper and our Naturalist and Cruise the Canal System to the Montezuma Wildlife Refuge to view over 300 species of birds - including blue and green Herons, Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Peregrine Falcon and other rare species. While on your tour, you will see Trinity Episcopal Church on Van Cleef Lake, Double Lock #2, 3 - highest lift in the shortest span, Lock #1-Mud Lock-where you will see an Eagles nest, the intersection of the Erie Canal & Cayuga-Seneca Canal and visible sections of the Original Clintons Ditch (1825) and the Enlarged Erie Canal (1860). Our Rose Lummis Tour Boat has a glass enclosed main deck with a full bar and restroom on board. The upper deck is open for ultimate viewing. Don't forget to bring your camera and binoculars! $65.00 per person, deli lunch included. Leaving from Historic Seneca Falls (Cowing Street) at 10:00 am and returning at 4:00 pm. For reservations, call 315-789-5520 or email bstivers1@hotmail.com

Book Release and Signing Party at Americana Vineyards

All proceeds to benefit local shelters & rescues!

WHEN:    June 1, 2013 | 12pm - 8pm
WHERE:  Americana Vineyards Winery
                4367 East Covert Road, Interlaken NY
PHONE:  (607) 387-6801
WEB:       www.americanavineyards.com
FB:          Americana Vineyards Winery

Max & Rubie, Americana's Labs and official winery greeters, wrote a book and invite you to come celebrate its release! 

Bring your pets your kids and your pet food donations for a fun day at Americana Vineyards in honor of Max & Rubie's book "My Americana Family", with proceeds and donations going to four wonderful local shelters and rescues: Cayuga Dog Rescue, Pet the Pet Program, Seneca County SPCA and Browncoat Cat Rescue!

A full day of pet friendly, kid friendly, music-lover friendly, and wine-lover friendly activities are scheduled from 12-6pm, with a Wine & Cheese Reception with a Silent Auction and live music by Dave Raducha to wrap up the event from 6-8pm.

From 12 to 6, think of it as a carnival! You'll receive one Doggone Fun Ticket for each $1 worth of donated items (or you can buy tickets for $1 each). The tickets will be good for face painting, wine tastings, a pick-a-prize auction and more! There will be live readings of the book, book signing with purchase of the book, kids movies with popcorn, SIX live bands, pet adoption information and pet ambassadors to cuddle, pet vendors including the Collar Lab from Rochester and Sassy Dog Grooming Salon from Jacksonville, local foods, wineries and distilleries in the vendor tent, custom wine labels with purchase of Americana wines and more. Plus plenty to eat and drink for everyone including hotdogs and kids' food, adult wine slushies, and homemade dog biscuits by our very own Chef Jen!

The band line-up for the day is: 

12:00 Immortal Jellyfish

1:00 Gary & Leeann

2:00 Tru Bleu

3:00 Cool Club of Hector

4:00 The Tarps

5:00 Purple Valley
6:00-8:00 Dave Raducha

(All our musicians have generously donated their time and talents to the cause.)

For a full schedule of events and activities visit our Book Release Party TAB on Facebook