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April Events

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Enjoy April Events in the Finger Lakes Region

Don’t get fooled in April by anyone telling you that the Finger Lakes Region doesn’t have an abundance of things to do and see.  Check out all of the April events that our partners have to offer. We bet they will keep you laughing all month long!

Check back often as more events are added throughout the year!

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Celeste Plowden Landscape Painting
Art Installation: Celeste Plowden

Now through the end of April 2023, explore the artwork of Celeste Plowden at our tasting room.

 

RMSC Museum & Science Center: Fantastic Findings Donation Drop Off Days

FANTASTIC FINDINGS DONATION DROP OFF DAYS

ABOUT

Fantastic Findings is an annual upscale, “next-to-new” sale organized by the RMSC Council to support the Rochester Museum & Science Center. Discover beautiful furniture and art, as well as china, elegant glass, silver, lamps, jewelry, linens, toys and other fantastic treasures and collectibles. Searching for antiques? We’ve got them as well.  

If you are starting a new home, you can find everything you need right here.  All items will be displayed during the sale at the RMSC campus. We can’t wait to show you what we have.

Join us to browse and buy treasures of all kinds while supporting our mission to spark curiosity in STEM!


DONATION DROP OFF DAYS

Are you spring cleaning or have items you’re ready to give away? We’d love to have them for the Fantastic Findings Sale.

RMSC Council will be accepting: Antiques, Collectibles, Decorative Accessories, Furniture (no couches, china cabinets), Housewares, Working Appliances, Hardware, Sporting Goods and Gardening Tools

We cannot accept: Books, Clothing, Cribs or Infant Seats, Mattress, Box Springs and Medical Supplies

Drop-off location: 

Eisenhart Auditorium

657 East Avenue

Rochester, NY 14607

  • SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023
    • 10:00AM–1:00PM
  • SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023
    • 10:00AM–1:00PM
  • SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 2023
    • 10:00AM–1:00PM
  • SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023
    • 10:00AM–1:00PM
  • SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023
    • 10:00AM–1:00PM
  • SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2023
    • 10:00AM–1:00PM

DONATIONS

If you or someone you know is getting ready to move or just trying to declutter their lives, let us know! We will take your items at any time during the year and provide you with a form so that you can claim the donation on your tax return.

Please call Deb Gulla at 516-993-8686 or reach out at deborah.gulla@gmail.com to make arrangements.


ABOUT THE RMSC COUNCIL

RMSC Council was initiated in 1941 when several Rochester women decided to form a Women’s Council for social interaction and fundraising support for the Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC). These women volunteered their time and energy by creating special activities and annual fundraising events.

In 2018, the RMSC Women’s Council opened its membership to men and women, changed its name to the more inclusive RMSC Council, and expanded its mission to provide educational programming to the Rochester community. Since its inception 80 years ago, RMSC Council has proudly donated close to $2.8 million to RMSC through creative and invaluable fundraising efforts.

 

For more RMSC Council events or information about joining, visit the RMSC Council Page.

RMSC Council Beautiful Blooms Plant Sale

ABOUT

When you purchase beautiful blooms from the RMSC Council, you directly support the educational programs and exhibits at the Rochester Museum & Science Center.

Choose from:

  • Geraniums
  • Ivy Geraniums
  • Hanging Baskets
  • Sunpatiens
  • New Guinea Impatiens
  • Wave Petunias
  • Million Bells Petunias
  • Sweet Potato Vines
  • Lantanas
  • Coleus
  • And The RMSC Council Cookbook!

ORDER DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2023


PICKUP INFORMATION

SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023

We’re offering contactless, curbside pickup for your flowers on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10:00am–12:00pm at the RMSC Eisenhart Building (Located at 657 East Avenue).

ORDER TODAY!


ABOUT THE RMSC COUNCIL

RMSC Council was initiated in 1941 when several Rochester women decided to form a Women’s Council for social interaction and fundraising support for the Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC). These women volunteered their time and energy by creating special activities and annual fundraising events.

In 2018, the RMSC Women’s Council opened its membership to men and women, changed its name to the more inclusive RMSC Council, and expanded its mission to provide educational programming to the Rochester community. Since its inception 80 years ago, RMSC Council has proudly donated close to $2.8 million to RMSC through creative and invaluable fundraising efforts.

 

For more RMSC Council events or information about joining, visit the RMSC Council Page.


ABOUT THE EVENT

  • RMSC Eisenhart Auditorium
  • May 13, 2023 10:00am – 12:00pm
  • Pickup information: Saturday, May 13, 2023

PRICING

  • Pricing Information: 
  • Individual Plants: $4.50
  • Hanging Plants: $25.00
  • Order Deadline: Friday, April 28, 2023
Catfish
Susquehanna Catfish Clash

Come on out for our 3rd annual Susquehanna Catfish Clash!

Put on in conjunction with Tioga County Anglers and Southern Tier Fishing in order to bring people in the community together.

The adult Entry Fee is $20 with a 100% payout to the top 3 participants.

Lunker fee- $10 100% goes back to the single biggest fish

The winner will be determined by the combined weight of two Catfish.

For anglers 12 and under there will also be a youth bracket, the winner will get a fishing prize pack, fee for the youth bracket is $5!

Weigh-ins will be held on both Saturday, April 29th, and Sunday, April 30th at the upper Nichols boat launch.

We will allow a 1 fish swap and only 1 fish no exceptions!

More details to come, So stay tuned !!!

Rules:
All NYS DEC Rules and Regs must be followed.
Fish must be alive and healthy at the weigh-in.
Live Bait and Artificial Lures are allowed.
A picture with Geolocation and a time/date stamp is required for all entries.
Boundaries are the route 26 bridge in Vestal all the way to the NY PA line outside of Nichols.
No refunds after signing up.

Daffodil Daze
Daffodil Daze

DAFFODIL DAZE in Candor, NY is a private property open on limited dates for the public to view tens of thousands of daffodils in bloom and/or volunteer for Operation Extend the Joy – the effort that distributes the flowers to nursing homes, hospitals, hospices, elderly housing, and others. The 2023 dates are Friday, April 28th – Sunday, May 7th, at 292 Candor Hill Road. Depending on bloom time and the number of volunteers, Share the Joy might extend into the following days.

Please note that although it was inspired by our event, the Candor Chamber of Commerce DAFFODIL FESTIVAL – featuring vendors, food, and more – is a completely separate, one-day event, held downtown at the Spencer Avenue ball field on Saturday, April 29th, 2023. We send down thousands of daffodils to the Festival so you can get a peek of the more than 250 varieties up at 292 Candor Hill Road.

Follow us on Facebook for updates on this year’s viewing and volunteering, and visit our website for more extensive background information at https://www.facebook.com/DaffodilDazeCandorNY

wine & herb event
2023 Wine & Herb Event- April Weekend

Drink. Eat. Garden. Repeat. Get a head start on your herb garden. Collect the potted herbs and veggies featured in all the food samples along with the matching recipe collection.

As you savor herb-prepared cuisine, you’ll be offered a wine that compliments that dish and be able to take home the recipes, so that you can be the highlight at your next get-together. You’ll also be offered up to 3 additional wine tastings.

  • April 29/30 and May 6/7 from 10am to 5pm, both days
  • 10 participating wineries
  • This event is structured like our pre-2020 events:
    • Select a specific starting winery for you and your friends to start at. (This is where you’ll receive your souvenir wine glass and first potted herb or vegetable plant!)
    • Travel the trail as you please after your first stop, collecting potted herbs or vegetable plants as you go.
    • The ticket is good for BOTH days, so feel free to spread the wineries out over both days or come on just Saturday or just Sunday. (Pro-tip: Sunday tends to be a lighter day, so the wineries won’t be as crowded, which makes for an excellent time to visit and get more one-on-one attention with less waiting.)
  • Groups are limited to 12.
  • Expect diversity. Some wineries will be offering the standard bar tasting while others will be offering a sit-down experience that may take longer. Take your time during the day and enjoy both!

Herbs this year are hot pepper, cilantro, dill, oregano, tomato, parsley, cauliflower, sweet pepper, basil, and Cabbage.

Tickets:

Each ticket is good for the whole weekend to visit each winery once. Single tickets are $95 and couples tickets are $140 (plus tax and service fee) and include:

  • 1 wine and food pairing at each winery, per person
  • 3 additional wine tastings per winery, per person
  • 1 potted herb or vegetable plant per ticket (1 for a single ticket, 1 for a single DD ticket, and 1 for a couples ticket)
  • 1 recipe collection per ticket
  • 1 souvenir wine glass per person

Discounted designated driver tickets are also available. The DD gets all the same perks as a regular ticket, minus the wine. They also get a DD travel mug, rather than a wine glass. $45 for a single (plus tax and service fee).

Coffee provided by Cobblestone Coffee Roasters

RMSC Cumming Nature Center: Heritage Maker Workshops- Fundamentals of Blacksmithing

BLACKSMITHING

Our ever-popular blacksmithing Heritage Maker workshops are back! Join instructor Jonathan Bernard to learn the art of blacksmithing in small-group, hands-on training sessions at Cumming Nature Center.

Classes for all skill levels will be offered in April & May, ranging from the Fundamentals of Blacksmithing to Advanced Knife-Making courses. Each participant will go home with an object they created during the class.

See the schedule below!

FUNDAMENTALS OF BLACKSMITHING | $60

Saturday, April 15 | 8:30am, 10:30am
Sunday, April 30 | 8:30am, 10:30am
Saturday, May 6 | 8:30am

Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing in our small-group, hands-on training session. Topics will include learning how to heat with a coal-fired forge and techniques for safe hammer usage. The student will have the choice of creating either a wall hook or bottle opener. This is a 2-hour class. All tools and materials are included with registration.

Students are recommended to bring their own safety glasses and wear a long sleeve shirt and jeans for protection. Other safety gear will be available if needed.

REGISTER FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF BLACKSMITHING

Saturday, April 15

8:30AM

10:30AM

Sunday, April 30

8:30AM

10:30AM

Saturday, May 6

8:30AM

RMSC Cumming Nature Center: Heritage Maker Workshops- Beginner Blacksmithing: Wine Bottle Holder

BLACKSMITHING

Our ever-popular blacksmithing Heritage Maker workshops are back! Join instructor Jonathan Bernard to learn the art of blacksmithing in small-group, hands-on training sessions at Cumming Nature Center.

Classes for all skill levels will be offered in April & May, ranging from the Fundamentals of Blacksmithing to Advanced Knife-Making courses. Each participant will go home with an object they created during the class.

BEGINNER BLACKSMITHING: WINE BOTTLE HOLDER | $70

Sunday, April 30 | 1:00pm

Beginner blacksmithing is a 2-hour class that builds on the fundamentals course, and introduces students to the challenge of working with thicker metals. Students create a wine bottle holder with a decorative head. Students are required to have either taken the introduction class or have prior experience blacksmithing. All tools and materials are included with registration.

Students are recommended to bring their own safety glasses and wear a long sleeve shirt and jeans for protection. Other safety gear will be available if needed.

REGISTER FOR BEGINNER BLACKSMITHING: WINE BOTTLE HOLDER

Sunday, April 30

1:00PM

knitting fabric with #StitchCorning Sundays 1-4 pm
#StitchCorning

Bring your portable stitching projects every Sunday and join fellow local makers. All skill levels welcome. Get there early to grab the best rocking chair! 

Every Sunday 1-4 PM

RMSC Cumming Nature Center: Heritage Maker Workshops- Advanced Blacksmithing

BLACKSMITHING

Our ever-popular blacksmithing Heritage Maker workshops are back! Join instructor Jonathan Bernard to learn the art of blacksmithing in small-group, hands-on training sessions at Cumming Nature Center.

Classes for all skill levels will be offered in April & May, ranging from the Fundamentals of Blacksmithing to Advanced Knife-Making courses. Each participant will go home with an object they created during the class.

ADVANCED BLACKSMITHING | $80

Sunday, April 30 | 3:00pm
Saturday, May 6 | 3:00pm

Advanced blacksmithing introduces the student to the art of knife making using a railroad spike to create the wider form of a skinning blade.  Topics will include the use of the cross peen fuller to draw out the width of the blade as well as quench or case hardening to form a simple working edge.  This 2.5 hour class will test the endurance of a student who has either taken the intermediate class or has prior experience in bladesmithing. All tools and materials are included with registration.

Students are recommended to bring their own safety glasses and wear a long sleeve shirt and jeans for protection. Other safety gear will be available if needed.

REGISTER FOR ADVANCED BLACKSMITHING

Sunday, April 30

3:00PM

Saturday, May 6

3:00PM

The Bollicine Brothers + Sabores de Oaxaca Food Truck
Live Music: The Bollicine Brothers + Sabores de Oaxaca Food Truck

Visit us every Wednesday evening during summer for the fun and exuberant sounds of The Bollicine Brothers. Always crowd favorites, they will have you tapping your toes, nodding your head, and heck even dancing around the lawn.

We’ll have the patio bar open 5-8 p.m. on Wednesdays with music from 6-8 p.m.

We will also have the amazing Mexican food of Sabores de Oaxaca food truck on site so you can get your dinner in, too!

  • Every Wednesday evening
  • Patio bar open from 5-8
  • Live music from 6-8
  • Sabores de Oaxaca doing food
Buena Vista Sunday Club with Fabi and Friends + Sabores de Oaxaca Food Truck
Live Music: Buena Vista Sunday Club with Fabi and Friends + Sabores de Oaxaca Food Truck

Join us every Sunday in summer for the eclectic and amazing music from Fabi World Music Summer Duo featuring Martini.

We have wines by the glass, by the bottle, and special wine cocktails available for you to enjoy as you take in the views and wonderful vibes.

  • Fabi World Music Summer Duo (feat. Martini)
  • Special guest musicians weekly
  • Every Sunday afternoon
  • Live music on the patio from 1-4
  • Sabores de Oaxaca doing food
Event Date Between
End Date (field_event_end_date)
13
Jan 2023
Thru
28
Apr 2023
Fridays just got better!
5435 State Route 14
12:00
07
Mar 2023
Thru
07
Apr 2023
The Radisson Hotel Corning (radisson.com/corningny) in the heart of the Gaffer District is kicking things up a notch beginning this March in celebration of the start of spring.
125 Denison Pkwy E
24
Mar 2023
Thru
01
Apr 2023
Join us on a 22-minute journey through more than four hundred years of history at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg, NY, ten miles north of Ithaca, in the Finger Lakes region.
PEGASYS Studio, 612 W. Green Street (not open to the public)
22 minute show online anytime, and on TV 3 PM Friday 3/24, 9 AM Sat. 3/25, 9 PM Thurs. March 30, 3 PM Friday March 31, 9 AM April 1.
31
Mar 2023
Thru
02
Apr 2023
Elmira Little Theatre presents BECKY'S NEW CAR in Mandeville Hall Friday – Saturday, March 31-April 1, 2023 at 7:30pm Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 2:00pm
207 Clemens Center Parkway
(607)-734-8191
01
Apr 2023
543 South Main Street
1:00 PM
01
Apr 2023
If you and your partner just said “yes!”, it's time to start planning the vineyard wedding of your dreams in the Finger Lakes!
5435 State Route 14
12:00 pm
(800)-243-5513
01
Apr 2023
Genesee Country Village & Museum is excited to announce the first program in the Spring 2023 lecture series: “Opening Our Closets – Fashion & Textile History,” coming up on Saturday, April 1!
1410 Flint Hill Road
10:00 a.m.
(585)-538-6822
01
Apr 2023
Thru
02
Apr 2023
Brunch without bubbly is just a sad breakfast - but we've got a great reason to party.
PO Box 123
10:00 am
(315)-549-3034
01
Apr 2023
Saturday Nights: Enjoy Prime Rib at Veraisons Restaurant! 5:00-8:00  •  January 14th-April 29th, 2023 Deliciousness Awaits!
5435 State Route 14
5:00 PM
(800)-243-5513
02
Apr 2023
Bring your portable stitching projects every Sunday and join fellow local makers. All skill levels welcome. Get there early to grab the best rocking chair!  Every Sunday 1-4 PM
38 W Market St
1:00 PM
(607)-654-7383