November 24, 2015 CC ENewsletter
 
This year I am NOT hosting Thanksgiving, which is a mixed blessing. So, I don't have to make the house look presentable for the gathering (which is a bigger deal than cooking a turkey by the way), but I also have to relinquish control on something that is hard to let go of. When I AM hosting, I like to ask each person around the table to say what they're thankful for. Call me crazy, but that does it for me. I'm just thankful those around me let me be ME! Happy Thanksgiving!
Blue Skies,
Donna Bennett 
 
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LIVE & LOCAL
 
Jose & Willy's, 905-0017
Tuesdays- Open Mic Jammin' on the Lake, 7:30pm till ? 
Wed, Nov 25 - Karaoke with Cyd!, 8pm-midnight
Sat, Nov 28 - Ontario County ABATE annual holiday party w/ Kid Kurry, 8pm-12am. $5 donation goes to local charities!
 
Pickering Pub, 396-9060
Tuesday- Karaoke
Fri - DJ
Sat - DJ
  
The Upstairs Bistro, NYWCC, 394-7070 
Fri, Nov 27 - Ian Boni, 6-9pm

Nick's Chophouse, 393-0303

Rio Tomatlan, 394-9380
 
Farmers, 393-0129
Wed - Open Jam with Casey & Hakeem, 9pm-1am
Thurs - Karaoke w/ DC Entertainment, 8:30pm-12:30am
Sun - Live Music with Hakeem, Matt, and Rich, 9pm-1am

CBC (Canandaigua Brew Company),
Saturdays - Karaoke w/DC Entertainment, 9pm-1am
Wed, Nov 25th - John Carter, 8:30pm
Wed, Dec 2- Karaoke w/ DC Ent
 
Twisted Rail Brewing Co, 396-0683
Wednesdays - Twisted Trivia w/ Ian, 6pm
Dec 4 - Kat's Bday w/Key Dreamers, 7-10pm

Oasis East, 905-3268
Thursdays- Open Mic with Matt Hermann (& Bri's Bday!), 8-11pm
Sat, Nov 28 - DJ Casey Wagner, 8pm
 
Rocky's, 394-2160
Saturday - DJ

V-Pub at The Villager, 394-2890
Mondays - Open Mic with Hakeem, 9pm

Prosecco, 924-8000
Fri, Nov 27- Chris Ott on Piano, 7-9pm
Sat, Nov 28- Howie Bartolo on Flute, 7-9pm
 
Stay A While Bar & Grill @ The Travelodge, 398-7394
Wednesdays- Karaoke with DJ Mazur Blade, 8pm-12am
 
Café Sol, 229-2233
Sat, Nov 28 - Meyer & McGuire, 7-9:30pm
 
Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill, Naples, 374-2870
Sat, Nov 28- Mike Joseph (Open Mic), 6-9pm

The Naples Hotel, 374-5630
Thurs - Open mic w/ Jason Almekinder, 9pm
Fri -  Karaoke, 9pm-1am
Sat, Nov 28- Rick Constantino, 9pm
  
Waterside Wine Bar, Phelps, (585) 752-1634
NOVEMBER 28th------------ DEVIL'S TUXEDO

Teen Book Festival Reading Club Wed, Dec 2, 4-5:30PM For grades 9-12.  We're reading Hunter by Mercedes Lackey.  Join us for discussion and get a copy of the book.

New Yorker Discussion Group. Thurs, Dec 3, 3-4PM. Fans of The New Yorker Magazine gather weekly to discuss the latest articles.  Go to Wood Library Calendar to find the articles to be discussed each week.
 
Viola Duet PerformanceThurs, Dec 3, 7-8PM. Eastman School of Music violists Caroline Diaz and Bridget Kinneary will appear at Wood Library to perform the Kenji Bunch Viola Duets and Stamitz Viola Duets.  Free.

 

Mother Goose Time. Fri, Dec 4, 10:15-10:35AM Walkers & Fri, Dec 4 11-11:20AM Pre-walkers. Nursery rhymes, short stories, finger plays, music and songs with Children's Librarian Mrs. Ferris.  For children 6-24 months, with a parent or caregiver.  Registration requested.

 

Local History Author Book Sale and Signing Event. Sat, Dec 5, 10AM-2PM. Just in time for the holiday gift-giving season!  Nine authors from Canandaigua and the Finger Lakes will be at Wood Library to discuss, sell, and sign their books.
 
American Girl Doll Holiday CelebrationSat, Dec 5, 11AM-12:00PM. Learn how Americans celebrate Christmas and the winter season through the stories of American Girl dolls.  View favorite items from the dolls' wintertime collections.  Snacks and crafts.  Dress up and bring your favorite doll.  For school-aged children.  Registration requested. For a complete listing of library classes and events, go to Wood Library Calendar. 



 
"Holidays at the Gallery" is coming!
Small works and miniatures create the focus of this holiday display and features original art by established and emerging regional artists. Take in a "holiday picture" show this season!  Featuring unique and original artistic gifts: miniature paintings and mixed media, drawings, pastels, jewelry, glass, sculptures, ceramics and hand-crafted tree ornaments. Click HERE for our WINTER CLASS schedule!
Harlem Wizards come to Canandaigua to take on the Braves! Dec 2!
Click here for all the info!!!
TWO Holiday Events @ Sonnenberg!  Christmas Gala Ball - December 6th!  5-9pm      
Come and step into a Victorian Christmas Fantasy! Enjoy our annual ball and Christmas party in a festively decorated Victorian mansion!
Dancing, music, hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and a cash wine bar in the Sonnenberg Mansion. Perfect backdrop for holiday pictures - bring your cameras! Pre-paid reservations requested.
$55/Person, $45/Sonnenberg Member

and...
Come see the Sonnenberg mansion festooned in holiday decorations. Refreshments and a children's choir sings at 1 pm. While this event is free to the community, donations are gratefully accepted.
                   
Great Holiday Deals at Vineyards! Stock up for the holidays - open Thanksgiving, 9am-4pm
 
Located in the old Wegman's Plaza. Click here for website!
NYWCC -Private Gatherings
                                 
Mobility Aids
 
Mobility Aids provide help to those of us who need assistance in getting around.  Last week we talked about canes and another  option is using walkers and rollators.  Standard walkers don't have wheels while rollators have 4 wheels, a storage basket and fixed seat or flip down seat. Both can be folded and are easy to transport.  Both are height adjustable so always check to make sure that yours is suited to your height.  When using either of these make sure you are able to use both arms. When using a walker or rollator make sure that you stand with your feet in the middle of the walker holding the grips. Use good posture and don't lean forward. Move the walker forward until the walker's back legs are even with your toes. Step your weaker leg forward into the middle of the walker and then step your stronger leg into the middle of your walker.If you think a walker or rollator can make a difference in your mobility stop into Canandaigua The Medicine Shoppe and let our knowledgeable staff help you enjoy life to the fullest.
  
Two Inn on the Lake New Year's Eve Choices
 
Click here for details... 
 
 
 
  
New Year's Eve Package :~ Deluxe Accommodations
~ Dinner for two ( Appetizer, Entree, Dessert)
~ Open Bar 9pm-12:30am
~ Live Band: Up2Somethin' 9pm-1am
~ Midnight Champagne Toast
~ Breakfast for two 8am-Noon
~ Late Check-out at 1pm
Package Starts at: $385
*Rates include all taxes, gratuities and amenities

 
Entertainment Package
~ Open Bar 9pm-12:30am
~ Live Band: Up2Somethin' 9pm-1am
~ Midnight Champagne Toast
Remember to ring in the new year
responsibly
Package price: $75 per person
*Rate includes all taxes and gratuities

Get Involved, Canandaigua!

 
Town of Canandaigua Republicans.
The Canandaigua City Democratic Committee
Click here for more info.
 
Interested in joining the City of Canandaigua Republican Committee? Please contact Dudley Purbeck.
 
Town of Canandaigua Democrats
Click here for more info or email us.
 
Conservative Party meetings:  Click here for Facebook page with meeting dates.

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

 Canandaigua Lions Club Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 7:00p (Sept-June). Wood Library 134 North Main Street, Canandaigua, NY  14424

* THANK YOU for continuing to email me with upcoming community meetings! It is FREE to get your meetings noticed and attended! Just email!
 FREE Thanksgiving Meal at Patty's Place!
Patti has been doing this for 21 years!
Bristol Harbor on Thanksgiving? YES!
Click here for the menu, pricing and more!

Free tastings everyday at Simply Crepes and half- priced wine on Wednesdays!
 
We support Finger Lakes wineries and breweries and feature a new product each month!
 
This month (November) we feature Heron Hill Winery with FREE tastings daily so stop by!

CANANDAIGUA FITNESS @ Cobblestone!
FREE CLASSES ALL THANKSGIVING MORNING!
 Like us on Facebook1622 State Route 332. Class descriptions on the website....
www.CanandaiguaFitness.com  


Holiday theme decorated trees, wreaths
and more on display inside the mansion.
Most items for sale by Silent Auction.
                          
Starting Thanksgiving thru Cyber Monday Wick-edly Sent will have Soy Candles, Buy One, Get One Free and 20% off the rest of the shop, including Olive Oil Soap, Natural Bath & Body and the Snowbird Collection of Gifts and Home Décor.  1378 Beaver Creek Road Farmington (Across from the Finger Lakes Gaming and Race Track).
Burn before the bird 8 am - 10 am at the Y. Spend Thanksgiving morning with your family at the Y! Classes include, knockout, boot camp, Zumba & cycling. We will also have the Bounce House & Zone available for families to play.

New 4:30 class lineup including P90x Live, PiYo & more! Get out of work, get in the gym & get home!
 

Start the holiday season with the Finger Lakes Camerata
  
The Finger Lakes Camerata, a choral group based at Finger Lakes Community College, will give two community holiday concerts.
  
The first concert will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at the Salvation Army, 110 Saltonstall St., Canandaigua. It will help the organization's annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign.
  
The second concert will be held the following day, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, at the First Congregational Church, 58 N. Main St., Canandaigua.
  
Both concerts are called "Words of Good Cheer," and will feature secular and sacred music of the holidays.
  
For the full program, click here.

 
Santa's Arrival in Downtown Canandaigua-Friday, November 27. Tree Lighting Ceremony, Visit with Santa & Horse Drawn Wagon Rides.

 Downtown Canandaigua Merchants ...will offer specials.
 
Santa arrives at noon by Special Escort. Santa's House will be open from 12-4 pm and 6-8 pm in the Commons Park. Horse Drawn Wagon Rides by Gladacres Farms from 12-3 pm.
 
Shop Small Business Saturday-November 28
Visit with Santa at Santa's House in the Commons Park from noon to 4 pm. Horse Drawn Wagon Rides by Gladacres Farms 1-4 pm
Horse Drawn Wagon Rides-Sunday, November 29 from 1-4 pm
Call (585) 396-0300 for more details!


 
Designate a Light on Thompson's Tree
The Thompson Health Guild will hold its annual "Tree of Lights" tree-lighting ceremony 7pm, Mon, Dec. 7, by the front entrance of UR Medicine's Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St. All are invited to attend this free holiday event. Refreshments will be served immediately following the tree-lighting ceremony, and Santa is expected to make an appearance during Christmas carols performed indoors by Canandaigua fifth-graders. Thompson's Tree of Lights tradition allows community members to dedicate a light on Thompson's Christmas tree in honor or memory of a loved one.  A minimum donation of $5 is collected per name. Donate online or make checks payable to the Thompson Health Guild and mail to: Tree of Lights, Thompson Health Guild, 350 Parrish St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Notification of the gift is mailed to the recipient, along with an invitation to attend the lighting ceremony.
All proceeds benefit Thompson Health. Call (585) 396-6155 for info.
 
Dec. 5 'Christmas Carol' Event Benefits Thompson Patients
Kim Tenreiro will give a special performance of his acclaimed one-man enactment of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, at Finger Lakes Gallery & Frame in downtown Canandaigua. A pre-performance reception, at 5 p.m., will feature "Dickensian delights" from Fezziwig's party.
Pre-sale tickets are $20 per person or $35 per couple. They available at Finger Lakes Gallery & Frame, located at 175 S. Main St., or by contacting hosts Rob or Carole Lillis at 585-394-5811 or email. Proceeds from the performance benefit the Breast Health Patient Navigation Program at the Breast Imaging Center of UR Medicine's Thompson Health. The center, which held its grand opening Aug. 31, is located at 195 Parrish St. in Canandaigua.

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Part-Time Director of Christian Education & Activities
First Congregational Church, Canandaigua, NY
Position available

The Director will provide leadership for the congregation in activities, exploration and opportunities to support the growth of our faith as children, youth and adults.
 
We are seeking:
A natural planner and leader that is energetic and passionate; a self-starter; open to and respectful of differences in the ways we express our faith and each individual's own very personal relationship to God.
 
For additional information, click here.
 
No calls please. All interested candidates MUST submit a cover letter and resume for consideration by 11/27/15. Start date for the position is Jan. 3, 2016
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