National Women’s Hall of Fame unveils powerful new exhibits
The National Women’s Hall of Fame is launching a series of bold and immersive exhibitions this summer, each illuminating overlooked stories and honoring groundbreaking contributions by women in American history. Opening July 31, Mary Church ... more
NYSEG and RG&E to host billing help event in Lyons
Customers of New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) can get one-on-one support at a Community Connection event in Wayne County next week, the companies announced Friday. The event ... more
Watkins Glen Porchfest kicks off July 27
Watkins Glen's first-ever Porchfest is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, promising an afternoon filled with live music and community spirit, according to local organizers. Streets around 7th and North Porter will close as musicians perform ... more
Brantling bluegrass festival returns with free kickoff show
Wayne County’s annual Brantling Bluegrass Festival is back next week, promising four days of music, camping, and community, starting Wednesday, July 23. Now in its 16th year, the festival kicks off with a free concert ... more
Steve Miller cancels 2025 tour over weather risks
Rock legend Steve Miller has canceled his entire 2025 tour, citing extreme weather threats as the reason. The 31-date run, which included a stop at the New York State Fair, was called off due to ... more
Canandaigua Art & Music Festival returns Friday
Downtown Canandaigua will host its 37th Art & Music Festival this weekend, featuring juried artists from across the country, according to organizers. The three-day event begins Friday at noon and includes live music, food trucks, ... more
Seneca and Cayuga 4-H youth unite for county fair and livestock auction
For the first time, Seneca and Cayuga County 4-H programs are joining forces for a combined County Youth Fair and Livestock Auction, set to take place July 31 through August 2 at the Union Springs ... more
‘Treasures Along the Erie’ garage sale returns August 1 in Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah
A stretch of Wayne County communities along the Erie Canal will once again turn into a treasure hunter’s paradise when Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah host the “Treasures Along the Erie” community garage sale on ... more
Seneca and Cayuga County 4-H programs unite for joint Youth Fair in Union Springs
For the first time, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Seneca County and its 4-H Youth Program will team up with their Cayuga County counterparts for a joint 4-H County Youth Fair, taking place Thursday, July 31 ... more
Between the Lakes Community Service Players to stage Something Rotten! in support of Ovid Fire Department
The Between the Lakes Community Service Players will bring the hit Broadway musical Something Rotten! to the South Seneca High School stage for a three-night run, with proceeds benefiting the Ovid Fire Department. Performances are ... more
Geneva General Hospital to host July 25 blood drive
Geneva General Hospital will hold an American Red Cross blood drive on Friday, July 25, offering community members a chance to donate and receive a summer perk in return. The drive will take place from ... more
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
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
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
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
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
Seneca Falls readies for Convention Days 2025
Seneca Falls is set to host Convention Days 2025 from July 18–20, celebrating the legacy of the 1848 women’s rights convention and the Erie Canal’s 200th anniversary. The event, themed “Ripples of Reform,” will include ... more
Hornell to host veterans Freedom Festival this weekend
A celebration aimed at honoring and supporting local veterans is set for Saturday in Hornell, according to WENY News. The We Are Dwyer Veterans Freedom Festival will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m ... more
