December 23, 2014 Canandaigua Connected ENewsletter 

My nine year old decided to make each of her siblings (and her parents) a homemade potpourri type "bag" to put in the bed at nighttime as a special little holiday spirit type gift. Lavender, you know, is hailed as a sleep aid scent. This is what everyone else got in their sacs. My sac was different. So, in the middle of the night I wake to a distinct feeling of sand in the bed. Hmmmm. Reassuring myself that it was nowhere near beach season, I fall back asleep and dreamed of Casa de Pasta. I woke in the morning to find that my sleep sac (made of paper towel, mind you) had burst open to reveal that my potpourri mixture was GARLIC POWDER, OREGANO, and BASIL! Apparently, the lavender had run out? When I asked why I was chosen to be the recipient of the ad hoc mixture, she says, "You always say to be grateful for what you get, Mom - even if it wasn't what you were expecting." Hmmm.  From the mouths of babes....Merry Spicy Christmas everyone!

Blue Skies, Donna Bennett

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LIVE & LOCAL!

 

Eddie O's Canandaigua, 394-8810

Fri, Dec 26- Rollin' Bones

Sat, Dec 27 - Peace 'n Blues Trio

 

Jose & Willy's, 905-0017

Mon, Dec 29- Open Mic/Jam with Hakeem Dodley (Moonshine Margaritas all day/night), 9p-1am.   

 

Pickering Pub, 396-9060

Tues, Dec 22- Karaoke

Sat, Dec 27- DJ

 

Spacebar (above Simco Galleria), 857-0456

 

Eddie O's Farmington, 924-8858 

Sat, Dec 27 - Mike Speranza

 

Prosecco Italian Restaurant, Farmington, 924-8000

Thurs-Sunday live jazz music - Call for info

 

Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill, Naples, 374-2870

Sat, Dec 27- Jack Jones, 6-9pm

 

Café Sol, Route 64, 229-2233

Sat, Dec 27 - Call for info

 

The Naples Hotel, 374-5630

Fri, Dec 26 - Karaoke, 9pm-1am

Sat, Dec 27- Rick Constantino, 9pm-1am

 

The Inn on The Lake, 394-7800

New Year's Eve-Jazz Trio, 7-10p & Naked Grey 10-1a

 

Bristol Harbour, 396-2200 

New Year's Eve -DJ Rob Groff (Neon Sounds), 9pm-1am
 
 

Lock, Stock, & Barrel, 229-9848

New Year's Eve - Misfit Karma,  9pm-1am


Library Holiday Hours
We will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 & Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen to the public on Friday, December 26 10 AM-5 PM.

Open Tech Hours w/ Teen Tech Tutors.  Tues, Dec 23 | 2:30PM
Bring your devices and your questions. First come, first served!
 
Teen Double Feature
Fri, Dec 26 | 5:30 PM
We're showing not one, but TWO sad movies in a row: If I Stay followed by The Fault in Our Stars. Bring tissues, blankets, pillows, and wear your pajamas. Both movies are rated PG-13. Snacks will be served, but feel free to BYO. Note: this is an after-hours program, so be sure to arrive right at 5:30 PM to gain access to the building. Grades 6-12 only.

Munchtime at the Movies: Percy Jackson
Monday, December 29 | 12:00 PM
Bring your lunch to eat while you you watch a movie on the library's big screen!  A teenager discovers he's the descendant of a Greek god and sets out on an adventure to settle an on-going battle between the gods. 

It's All Greek To Me!. Monday, December 29 | 2:30 PM
Calling all Olympians!  If you've read the Percy Jackson books, seen the movies, or just want to know more about ancient Greek mythology, don't miss this magical program!  Join in on crafts, games, and trivia challenges. Refreshments fit for the Gods will be served.  Plan to join us on this epic quest and don't forget to wear blue! For grades 4-8. Registration requested. Call 394-1381. 

Canandaigua Fitness! 

FREE CLASSES THE DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS DAY!

Friday, December 26th:
FREE 9:45am Zumba
FREE 11am Kettlebell Fun and
$5 5:30pm FitCamp

Thursday, Jan 1st:
FREE 9am Kettlebell Amp'd
FREE 9:45am Zumba
FREE 11am Kettlebell Fun
FREE Noon FitCamp...AND come back for
FREE 6pm Zumba!!!!!!

PUNCHCARD SPECIAL runs through JAN 1!

Like us on Facebook All Classes are above Simco Galleria on Main Street (Park/Enter on Niagara St)

$5 classes, 7 days/week! NEVER A JOINER FEE!

  www.CanandaiguaFitness.com  

 
   

 

Take a break from cooking and join us at Upstairs Bistro. Wednesdays BYOB Night, Thursdays $10 Pizza & NYS Pint Night!  

 

The Pat Rini Rohrer Gallery presents:

The 10th Annual Studio II Exhibition in 2015! If you participated in a Studio II class or workshop during 2014 you are invited to present your best artwork in the upcoming exhibition. 
titled: Emerging Artists & Their Mentors 
The show begins January 10th and runs through February 8th 

Opening Reception: Saturday, January 10th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm! Please contact the gallery for complete details and submission information. 
(Receiving dates: January 2 through January 4)

 

Click here for WINTER 2015 CLASSES & WORKSHOPS!

 

(585) 394-0030 71 South Main Street, Canandaigua

 

LOGO CONTEST!

Finger Lakes Academy: A Classical Charter School

 

If you believe in having a public school choice in our area with a classical curriculum and educational philosophy, then please email us to find out more information.  We had some INCREDIBLE logo designs sent to us and are carefully narrowing down to a final selection. We now are down to two designs.  Stay updated right here!  The winner will be announced in the next CC!

 

    


 


 

 

 

 


 

CELEBRATE NEW YEAR's EVE with US!!
 

 

Bristol Harbour will have DJ Rob Groff from Neon Sounds.
9-1 with a Champagne Toast at midnight.
Reservations are suggested.

 

New Years Eve Menu is out! 
Starters Include:
Shrimp & Crab Cocktail - $13
3 poached shrimp, blue crab salad, marinated cucumber, cocktail sauce, lemon.
French Onion Gratin - $7
Garlic crouton, swiss & provolone cheese
Crab & Lobster Fondue - $13
Pita chips, toast points.

Entrees Include:
8oz. Lobster Tail - $32
Spinach & tomato risotto, market vegetable, ginger pear & red cabbage slaw.
New Year's Surf and Turf - $34
13oz. ribeye, mussels, andouille sausage, horseradish mashed potato, market vegetable.
Chilean Sea bass - $29
Walnut basmati, sauteed carrots, grilled broccolini, apricot & blue crab veloute.

 

Visit Bristolharbour.com
Call 396-2200 to make a reservation


 

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The Canandaigua City Democratic Committee

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Town of Canandaigua Democrats

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Conservative Party meetings:  Click here for Facebook page with updates. 

 

Canandaigua Tea Party Meetings are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month. Click here for details.

 

Canandaigua School Board meetings, click here.

 

* THANK YOU for continuing to email me with upcoming community meetings! It is FREE to get your meetings noticed and attended! Just email me!

BUY/SELL!!!!

 

Custom made king bed, 2 night stands, dresser. Pine and saguaro wood. Outstanding!! $3500 or BO. 585-613-6045 MAKE AN OFFER!

Spend New Year's Eve at The Brown Hound Bistro!

 

 

 

Brown Hound Bistro will be serving a unique and delightful New Year's Eve Dinner!
We are offering vegetarian options, as well! 
Seats are limited, reservations are available between 5pm and 9pm.
 We are offering an advance sale price for those who can commit.
For last minute reservations, no worries - we will do our best to fit you in! Click here for the menu!

(585) 374-9771

* 6459 State Route 64 * South Bristol, NY * 14512 

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Violin Instructor Wanted 

 Beginner's level at my home for my 8 year old. Call Jackie: 585-545-1946

Need last minute toys for the kiddos? Shop local...and UNIQUE!

Unique Toy Shop is located on 120 South Main on Canandaigua's beautiful Main Street and is open:

 

Tues Dec 23rd, 9:30am-7pm and Wed December 24th (Christmas Eve) 9:30am-3pm.

 

Hurry in. Shop local. And, as always, they Gift Wrap for FREE! Easy in & out! (585)394-2319


UGG Australia, Smartwool Socks, Gift Certificates available, & Free gift
wrapping! 394-5417
Shop Local... Support your Community!

Give the Gift of THEATER!

 

  

New Year, New You. No Joiner fee now through January 1. Now's the time to do something for YOU! Save $75.

 

2's Preschool is now on MONDAY, Wednesday and Friday. Choose 1 or all days. Help your little one learn, grow and thrive with preschool at the Y.

 

College students coming home for winter break are invited to get a 30 day membership for $30. 

 

ATTENTION ADVERTISERS

 


 

Sign up today for your 2015 package and receive the last week in December's ad for FREE! Thank you for your business and continued support the last 5 years! 

 

  Canandaigua The Medicine Shoppe

 

Consider switching your prescriptions to the only independent pharmacy in town!  We are a full service pharmacy and accept most insurance plans. If you have Excellus Medicare D, we accept the plan even though Rite Aid and Walgreens do not after Jan 1, 2015.  We also specialize in compounded medications for humans as well as your pet, including sterile and non-sterile dosage forms. Reasons to consider switching to the Medicine Shoppe:

1. Diabetic testing supplies

2. Children's Vitamin Club ( no charge)

3. Senior Vitamin Club ( no charge)

4. Free pickup of prescriptions from providers in the city of Canandaigua  (Monday - Friday)

5. Free delivery of prescriptions and over-the -counter medications to your home or business within the Canandaigua city limits (Monday - Friday).  Free deliveries to outlying areas (call for details).

6. Durable Medical Equipment (walkers, canes, etc.).

 

 


 

Wish Program Benefits from Calendar Sale
The M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center was chosen from among nearly 100 submissions to be featured in the 2015 Caring Canines calendar, highlighting animals that live and work in long-term care facilities around the country.

Smokey the cat appears in the calendar and is shown visiting a resident of M.M. Ewing who was receiving end-of-life care and wished to spend time with cats. Smokey and other animals in the calendar show the roles dogs and cats play as companions, mood elevators, physical therapy aids, memory triggers, and friends for the elderly residing in long-term care facilities nationwide.  A limited number of copies are available at the front desk of M.M. Ewing, at 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua, in return for a $15 donation to the Sharon M. Pepper Wish Upon a Star program. To learn more about the program, click here. 


 


 

Gentle Yoga Series Begins January 7

UR Medicine's Thompson Health will host an eight-week Gentle Yoga series on Wednesdays, beginning Jan. 7. Classes will be held from noon to 1:15 p.m. in the Thompson Conference Center on the ground floor of F.F. Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua. Instructor Rick Lynch of the Finger Lakes Yoga Center will lead a gentle mind-body workout to improve posture, strength and flexibility. The cost for the eight-week series is $80 and pre-registration is required. Call (585) 396-6111 for information and to register.
 

 

 

FLCC's Secret to Finding You a Job

 

In early 2015, Finger Lakes Community College will hold three short-term training programs that teach high-demand advanced manufacturing skills. The college worked closely with employers to ensure students had skills those employers wanted in new hires. To date, most graduates of FLCC advanced manufacturing programs have had job offers even before finishing the program.  Graduates have ranged in age from those recently out of high school to workers over 50.

 

Anyone looking for a steady job or a career change is invited to a free information session on Thursday, Jan. 8, at the FLCC main campus, 3325 Marvin Sands Drive. The morning session runs 9 to 11 a.m.; the evening session runs 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited. Reserve a seat at (585) 785-1906.

 

The three programs are as follows:

ˇ         Mechatronics Technology, a 12-week class in mechanical and electrical skills, starting Feb. 16 in Victor.

ˇ         Advanced Manufacturing Operator, a 12-week class in manufacturing fundamentals, starting March 2 at FLCC in Canandaigua.

ˇ         Advanced Manufacturing Machinist, a six-month course in high-level machining, starting March 16 at ITT Goulds Pumps in Seneca Falls.

 

Read more here.

 


 

 

 

 

Snow pants, sweaters, Jackets, jeans, Hats and lots, lots more!  Stop in for great deals on winter gear to keep your little ones warm this winter.  Also, Melissa & Doug make some great things for holiday gift giving. 

200 South Main Street

394-1982

Ontario County Historical Society has great Christmas Gifts! Saving A Masterpiece:

The Untold Story of Sonnenberg Gardens.  Memoir by  Sonnenberg Gardens' Lead Founder: Wesley A. Gifford Full Color; 120 Pages; Soft Cover-$25.95 + NYS Tax Available at The Historical Society, 55 No. Main St. , Canandaigua 585 394-4975.  Shipping Available or order online here!

 

Dozens of Historic Sonnenberg Images!

 

If  you are interested in the history of Sonnenberg Gardens, Canandaigua's renowned  visitor destination, then you will want  this memoir written by the first President and founder of  Sonnenberg Gardens, Wes Gifford.   Gifford tells the detailed story of the events and people that made the dream of saving  F.F. and Mary Clark Thompson's summer retreat a reality.


 


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