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Sidewalk chalk contest invites teens and adults to compete
The Edith B. Ford Memorial Library in Ovid will host a sidewalk chalk contest for teens and adults on July 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event features two age groups—12 to 18 ... more
2025 Emmy Nominations: Full List of Nominees with Surprises and Snubs
The 2025 Primetime Emmy Award nominations were announced Tuesday, celebrating a year in television that blended prestige drama, sharp-witted comedy, and bold anthology storytelling. With streaming platforms like Netflix, Apple TV+, and HBO Max dominating ... more
Bristol Valley Theater opens summer season with family musical
The Bristol Valley Theater in Naples has launched its summer lineup, promising a diverse range of productions and a chance to cool off in its air-conditioned venue. Kicking off the season is “You’re A Good ... more
Habitat restores historic Ithaca home for local family
Habitat for Humanity unveiled its first historic home renovation in Ithaca last week, restoring an 1800s-era property on South Aurora Street, according to The Ithaca Voice. The three-year effort involved hundreds of volunteers and culminated ... more
Odessa Community Day returns with music, trucks, and family fun
Odessa Community Day is back for its second year, bringing free family-friendly festivities to Church Street on Saturday, July 26, according to WETM. The event runs from noon to 5 p.m. and includes live music, ... more
Gorham Historical Society sale supports move to new home
The Gorham Historical Society will host its second annual Antique and Vintage Yard Sale from July 17–20, according to Finger Lakes Times. The event will take place at the historic Hoffman House on Route 245 ... more
Bringing history to life: Becky Wehle and the living legacy of the Genesee Country Village & Museum
On a warm July morning, I reached Becky Wehle by phone. Even across the line, her voice carried the kind of ease and purpose that makes you want to lean closer. Thoughtful yet brimming with ... more
Thompson Foundation awards $22,000 in local community health grants
Thirteen area nonprofits are receiving a boost to their community wellness programs thanks to more than $22,000 in grants from the F.F. Thompson Foundation. The Canandaigua-based foundation, part of UR Medicine Thompson Health, announced this ... more
Fillmore Days returns with bathtub races and bubbles
Fillmore Glen State Park will erupt with foam, fun, and family-friendly competition when Fillmore Days returns to Moravia from August 7–9. The annual event’s signature attraction—the bathtub races—promises sudsy spectacle and spirited cheers as teams ... more
State Street launches summer series for families downtown
Auburn families are invited to enjoy art, music, and wellness in the heart of downtown as the new State Street Pulse series kicks off on July 16. Running every Wednesday evening through August 27, the ... more
FLCC honors 827 students on spring dean’s list
Finger Lakes Community College has recognized 827 students for academic excellence by naming them to the spring 2025 dean’s list. The announcement was made Monday by the college’s public relations office in Canandaigua. To qualify ... more
Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps hosts sunset paddle tour
Nature lovers are invited to explore Onondaga Lake by water as the Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps leads a two-mile kayaking adventure on Thursday, August 7. The evening paddle begins at 6 p.m. and winds through ... more
Mynderse students earn college credit in anatomy course
Thirteen Mynderse Academy seniors became the first high school students to complete Northeast College of Health Sciences’ Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology course, earning four college credits and graduating this June with a head ... more
Wild Woman Retreat at Light on the Hill: A conversation with Lindsay Cray
I first reached out to Lindsay Cray for insights on Rochester's Lower Falls Gorge while working on an article for The Conservationist. What began as a conversation about geology and ecology quickly deepened into something ... more
Roll Towards a Healthier You: E-Trike Riding for Sustainable Weight Loss
Embarking on a weight loss journey often conjures images of grueling gym sessions or punishing runs, which can be daunting, especially if you're battling joint pain, low stamina, or balance concerns. But what if the ... more
Top Digital Entertainment Trends Among Finger Lakes Residents
The digital lifestyle in the Finger Lakes region does not revolve around streaming movies or participating in video calls anymore. Locals are finding more and more ways to spend their leisure time, without leaving their ... more
Weekend Getaways Near the Finger Lakes: Hidden Gems and Local Escapes
The Finger Lakes region has always been a popular destination known for its stunning glacial lakes, lush vineyards, and small-town charm. And while the area itself offers more than enough to fill a weekend, it ... more
Cheshire firefighters raise $2K for Texas flood relief
In just two hours, Cheshire Fire Department volunteers collected over $2,000 during a Boot Drive to support flood recovery efforts in Texas, according to WHAM. The funds will go directly to rescue and recovery operations ... more
Why families are loving these Canandaigua summer camps
A new favorite for kids 6-12, these week-long camps offer activity, variety, and real fun With summer in full swing, Practice Time Sports Camps have become a local favorite for active families. The camps provide ... more
