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November Events

Kick off the holiday season with family and friends in the Finger Lakes

Bring the family along to November events in the Finger Lakes

This November, we are thankful for all of the amazing things that the Finger Lakes has to offer. Fall foliage is in abundance this month so taking a trip to tour around and see the changing colors on the trees, grapevines and more can’t be missed. We’re sure that you will feel the same way when you see all the fantastic things going on in this bountiful autumn month. November events help celebrate the end of fall and kick off the holiday season, so come see us!

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

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Events for November 27, 2022 x
The Thanksgiving Sale

Visit The Shops for the best holiday deals in town! You’ll find great discounts on holiday items and gifts, from glittering ornaments and jewelry to home decorations and handmade glass items from around the world.

Museum admission is not required to shop at The Shops.

This event is hosted by The Shops.

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Museum Store Sunday

Free and open to the public | There is no admission fee to shop

Join us for the sixth annual Museum Store Sunday! Museum Store Sunday highlights the opportunity for the public to support their local businesses and give back to the community through the patronage of their local non-profit museums. Check back for give-aways and promotions.

The Rockwell Museum Store features products that reflect the art on our walls, such as one-of-a-kind turquoise, silver and precious stone jewelry and artisan-made pottery. Find children’s toys and art supplies, cozy apparel, and top quality brands like Maruca, Pendleton, Raku Pottery Works and Turquoise Terrapin. 

Your purchase today supports museum programs tomorrow!

LEARN MORE >>

Events for November 29, 2022 x
Trivia Night Aurora Brewing Company
Trivia Night Aurora Brewing Company

ANNOUNCING TACOS & TRIVIA TUESDAYS!

Every Tuesday night, starting October 25th, is TACOS & TRIVIA from 6-8pm.

Free to play, prizes for top teams and a fun time!

A fast paced 3 rounds 20 questions general trivia with 2 fun topical rounds interspersed ranging from music rounds, celebrity photos....it could be anything. Come and be surprised.

Fresh made tacos served all day, plus draft and food specials! Stay tuned for our menu and more details, but mark your calendars!

Events for November 30, 2022 x
Gingerbread Invitational Opening Reception

Free and open to the public | Registration encouraged

Come dressed in your favorite festive fashion and meet the artist behind these incredible gingerbread creations. Enjoy warm beverages and tasty treats while you cast your vote for the Community Choice Award – the winner will be announced by January 6, 2023.

This year, in the spirit of The Rockwell’s annual theme Spark! From Inspiration to Creation, bakers imagined gingerbreads of a place, person or object that inspires them!

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FREE Live Music Wednesday Nights at Ventosa 6-9pm, BOGO happy hour 5-6pm

Live Music Series every Wednesday Music from 6-9 pm. BOGO Happy Hour from 5 to 6 pm. Cafe Toscana open until 8 pm.

No table reservations taken. See our website for full artist line-up: https://ventosavineyards.com/events/

Events for December 1, 2022 x
Historic Geneva Holiday Market Opens

Red surface covered with pinecones, a Santa hat, ornaments and wrapped package with words Holiday Market December 1-3, 8-10, & 15-17.

 

Holiday Market Opens December 1


To make the Holiday Market a success we need your help. Come and shop at the Holiday Market. The Holiday Market opens on Thursday, December 1 in the Hucker Gallery at the Geneva History Museum and will run December 1-3, 8-10, and 15-17. Fresh greens and baked goods will only be sold on December 3. With new items added regularly, you may want to stop by more than once!

Gingerbread houses displayed on a table with gingerbread men garland, and a very large gingerbread house behind the table.
Gingerbread House Decorating Workshops

Children are invited to decorate gingerbread houses and enter them into the 13th Annual Judy Pipher Gingerbread Contest. All supplies are provided. Dates TBA.

The Calamari Sisters Christmas Carol
Cayuga Museum of History & Art Presents Proof Positive
Cayuga Museum of History & Art Presents Proof Positive

This exhibit will explore the history of how wine, beer, cider and spirits are made in Cayuga County. Visitors to the exhibit will explore three themes: history, the process, and the impact. The history theme will explore the Temperance movement and Prohibition in Cayuga County, as well as Prohibition to the present, highlighting the rebirth of the industry through legislation and the current economic impact. The process theme will teach visitors the technical aspects of winemaking, brewing, distilling, and hop production through the stories and objects of local businesses.

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"Great Oaks of Taughannock"

This episode of Walk in the Park (#258) honors naturalist and song writer Becca Harber of Newfield, NY, who passed away last month unexpectedly. Becca was well-known and loved throughput the Ithaca community. We’ll show illustrated videos of Becca singing three of her original songs about her love of our natural world, recorded in two of our local state parks.
In the second half of the show, Sherene Baugher of the Friends of Robert H. Treman State Park tells us of Henrietta Wickham who opened the way for visitors to Lucifer Falls more than sixty years before her work inspired Robert Treman to create the park.

Walk in the Park is a public access TV series produced by Tony Ingraham, Owl Gorge Productions, a partner business in the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance.

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George Eastman Sweet Creations Annual Gingerbread Display

Sweet Creations Annual Gingerbread Display

Through January 1, 2023

PLUS:

  • Festive Decor
  • Holiday Films
  • Online Auctions

 

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Art Explorers' Story Hour: Gingerbread

Free and open to pre-school age children and their caregivers |
Location: Art Lab (36 E. Market St.)

Children’s Librarian Sue McConnell reads beloved stories thematically linked to The Rockwell’s art collection. After, explore and socialize with games and activities, connecting little ones to authentic arts experiences through storytime and unplugged play. 

Attendees are invited to explore the Art Lab and The Rockwell Museum after Story Hour for free. 

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25
Nov 2022
Santa’s reindeer will be making a visit to The Windmill a day before Santa arrives.
3900 State Route 14A
(315)-356-3032
26
Nov 2022
Shop Local on Small Business Saturday and support your downtown businesses. Find deals & specials at A.T.
25 South Street
9:00 AM
(315)-246-6784
26
Nov 2022
Join us for the 4th Annual "Made in the Finger Lakes" Holiday Shopping Event on Saturday, November 26th, 9:00am-4:00pm.
35 Lakefront Drive
9:00am
(570)-637-0645
26
Nov 2022
Everyone loves a parade, and Downtown Auburn is a great place to see one. It begins at the corner of East Genesee & N. Fulton Streets atop of East Hill.
Genesee Street, Downtown
6:00 PM
(315)-255-1658
27
Nov 2022
Free and open to the public | There is no admission fee to shop<
111 Cedar Street
9:00 AM
29
Nov 2022
ANNOUNCING TACOS & TRIVIA TUESDAYS! Every Tuesday night, starting October 25th, is TACOS & TRIVIA from 6-8pm.
1897 State Route 90 N
6:00 PM
(315)-916-2104
30
Nov 2022
111 Cedar Street
5:30 PM
30
Nov 2022
Live Music Series every Wednesday Music from 6-9 pm. BOGO Happy Hour from 5 to 6 pm. Cafe Toscana open until 8 pm.
3440 Rt 96a
5:00 PM
(315)-719-0000
01
Dec 2022
Thru
17
Dec 2022
543 South Main Street
01
Dec 2022
Children are invited to decorate gingerbread houses and enter them into the 13th Annual Judy Pipher Gingerbread Contest. All supplies are provided. Dates TBA.
89 Fall St.