May 3, 2016 Finger Lakes Connected
  
Finger Lakes Connected 7th Anniversary Party is THIS Fri, May 6th at The Inn on the Lake's Sandbar!
5-7pm Networking, Giveaways, Kenny Chesney Ticket raffle & much more!
7pm ROC Street Band!
 
Those of you who have a business with a new product, service, offering or something else you want to promote, please come around 5pm and bring a giveaway to get some "air time" with the crowd to market your product. Weather at this point says 63 and SUNNY! We'll take it!
 
Also, Sunday is Mother's Day! So remember mom!
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The Sandbar at The Inn on the Lake, 394-7800
Fri, May 6 - Canandaigua Connected's 7th Anniversary Party! 5-7pm are the giveaways and Kenny Chesney ticket raffles etc. ROC Street Band starts at 7pm! All are welcome for this event on the lake at the Sandbar on their opening day!

Jose & Willy's, 905-0017
Tuesdays- Open Mic Jammin' on the Lake, 7:30pm till ? 
Sat, May 7 - Guacamole/Salsa Contest, 3pm
Eddie Lee & Closing Time, 8pm-12
 
Pickering Pub, 396-9060
Tuesday- Karaoke
Fri - DJ Fig
Sat - DJ Fig
 
The Upstairs Bistro, NYWCC, 394-7070 
Fri, May 7 - Call for info
 
Nick's Chophouse, 393-0303
Fri, May 6- Aron Cole, 6:30-9:30pm
Sat, May 7 - Jules on Piano, 6:30-9:30pm

Rio Tomatlan, 394-9380
Thursday, May 5 - Mulberry Soul (Bluegrass), 7:30pm

Shenanigans, 412-6783
Fri, May 6 - DILF, 8-12

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, May 4- Karaoke w/ DC Ent - David Ells DJ, 8:30pm
 
Twisted Rail Brewing Co, 396-0683
Wednesdays - Twisted Trivia w/ Ian, 6pm
Thursdays - Mug Club Night!
*** NEW CANANDAIGUA LOCATION ON THE LAKE TO OPEN SOON!***

Oasis East, 905-3268
Thurs - Open Mic with Bri & Travis, 8pm
Sat, May 7-The Gun Street Choir, 8pm
 
Rocky's, 394-2160
Saturday - DJ
 
VPub at The Villager, 394-2890
Sat, May 7 - Rock/Metal Show, featuring Erie Hall with Under Mind, Scholar, and Michele Sestito. $5 cover for four great acts!

Prosecco, 924-8000
Fri, May 6 - Howie Bartolo, 6:30-9pm
Sat, May 7 - Chris Ott, 6:30-9pm
Mother's Day -Howie Bartolo, 5-8pm

Stay A While Bar & Grill @ The Travelodge, 398-7394
Tuesdays - Open Mic, 8-12 
Saturdays - Karaoke with DJ Mazur
 
Café Sol, 229-2233
Sat, May 7 - Big Blue House, 7pm

VB Brewery, Victor, (585)902-8166
Fri May 6th-  Open Mic Night 6-9:30
Sat May 7 -  Shari Ratka, 7-10pm
Sun, May 8 - "EGGS n KEGS" A Beermosa Mother's Day Brunch at The VB Brewery 160 School St Victor, 10am-2pm $30pp ($15 for those 12 and under)
 
Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill, Naples, 374-2870
Fri, May 6 - Open Mic with Harry Lancaster, 6pm
Sat, May 7 - Jack Jones, 6-9pm

The Naples Hotel, 374-5630
Thurs - Open Mic w/Rick, 8pm
Fri -  Karaoke, 9pm-1am
Sat, May 7 - PJ Elliott, 9pm
  
Waterside Wine Bar, Phelps, (585) 752-1634
Fri, May 6 - Brian Ayers
Sat, May 7 - Bill Tracey

Ramada, Geneva, (315) 789-5677
Fri, May 6 -  Flint Creek Trio, 8-11pm
Sat, May 7 - Nate Michaels, 8-11pm


Film Series: Jack Garner's Favorite Films. Wed, May 4, 1-3PM, Thurs, May 12, 1-3PM, Mon, May 16, 6:45- 8:45
Author and former film critic Jack Garner will speak in Canandaigua on October 16 as part of the George Ewing Forum. We are showcasing his favorite films through June. May's feature film is The Miracle of Morgan's Creek starring Betty Hutton and Eddie Bracken.
 
The New Yorker Discussion Group. Thursdays, 3-4PM. Fans of this popular magazine meet every week to discuss "assigned" readings which are posted on the library's website. Join us!
 
Celebration of Seed. Thurs, May 5, 7-8PM. Fruition Seed co-founder Petra Page-Mann will discuss the rich history of seeds and their impact on our culture. Learn how to save seeds for the future.
 
A Tea Party for Mommy and Me. Fri, May 6, 1-2PM. For 3-5 year olds, special mommies and grammies. Come dressed for tea and cookies. Enjoy a craft and story.
 
Plays Sandwiched In. Mon, May 9, 12-1PM. Bristol Valley Theater's assistant artistic director David Shane will discuss The Cookie Fight which will appear on the BVT stage this summer
 
Come on a Mystery Trip. Thurs, May 12, 7-8PM. Experienced mystery day-trip fans will share secrets about how to "kidnap" friends & explore the Finger Lakes & Western New York. Discover small towns, historic sites, stunning gardens, scenic views, & art of all kinds. The possibilities are endless!
 
Downtown Abbey Trivia Night. Fri, May 13, 7-9PM. Relive the tempests, the trysts, the TEA! Test your knowledge of the Crawley family and the people who serve them. Presided over by the First Earl of Canandaiguaham, Preston Pierce. High melodrama and low comedy. $10 per person at the door but you must register in advance-space is limited to 60 people. Put together a team of 5 to 8 people, ages 21+. Register HERE!
 
Get the Facts: Wood Library's Ballot Proposition. Tues, May 3, 2-3PM. Mon, May 9, 7-8PM. On Tuesday, May 17 Canandaigua City School District voters will be asked to consider Proposition #4 which will increase community-based funding for Wood Library by $8,000. Learn more about Proposition #4 at information sessions at Wood Library or go to woodlibrary.org/vote
For a complete listing of library classes and events, go to Wood Library Calendar.
 

 

Now Leasing!  The Links at CenterPointe
Canandaigua's newest upscale town home community!
 
BRAND NEW 2 and 3 bedroom Ranch and Cape Cod style  townhomes available now!
Featuring attached garages, cozy fireplaces, quartz countertops, washer and dryers and   stainless steel appliances.
Call us at 585-402-6048 to schedule a tour of our beautiful community  today!
 
 Mother's Day Brunch at Centerpointe!
Our Mother's Day Brunch is May 8th, from 10am-2pm. Come celebrate Mom with us!
 Adults $20, Kids $13 & Under 5 FREE



Children's Swim Lessons - Academy Pool
Ages 4-13, $40/Session
Session dates: Spring 5/2-5/12,    5/16-5/26
Summer 6/27-7/8,   7/11-7/21
Registration: Thurs April 28, 6-8pm(CA Hallway by Pool doors)
Questions: 396-3827
More info here! (Password:"Canandaigua")
Sonnenberg Gardens Opens for the Season!
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park has opened its gates for its 43rd season as a public park. Sonnenberg, originally built and owned by banker Frederick Ferris Thompson and his wife Mary Clark Thompson, opened as a public park and gardens in 1973 after ownership was transferred from the US government to a nonprofit friends group. Today, Sonnenberg Gardens is one of the premier tourist attractions of the region and is open daily May through October welcoming 35,000 people annually to its Victorian estate featuring a 40-room mansion, 9 historic gardens, and antique green house complex. This park is also a popular wedding venue and home to the Finger Lakes Wine Center.  Sonnenberg Gardens is open rain or shine, 7 days a week now through October 31, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm with extended hours of 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day. General admission is $14 per person, $12/Seniors (60+) and AAA members, $7/Students (13-17 years& college w/ ID) and Military personnel w/ ID, $2/Children (4-12 years) and Free for 3 and under. Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park is located one mile from downtown Canandaigua at 151 Charlotte Street. For more information, call their offices at 585-394-4922 or visit their website at www.sonnenberg.org.
JDNorth Farm in Gorham will be hosting a Trail Challenge on September 18, 2016. This is an event for horses and riders, featuring obstacles to negotiate along a marked course on our working cash crop farm. Tee shirt sales and obstacle sponsorships will benefit Light Hill and Stanley/Hall/Gorham Ambulance Squad. Food will be available from the Marcus Whitman Football Boosters. For information on event entry, obstacle sponsorship, or tee shirt sales, please contact Debbie North via email or 585-526-5803. Spectators will be welcome. We will kindly ask that dogs be left at home out of respect for our competitors. Like us on Facebook

Make reservations for our Mother's Day Brunch buffet! Click here for the menu. 
Inspire Moore is the winery of the month so enjoy free tastings daily!

 
TrueTor Education Services. Call us at (585)944-
0588 to learn more about our unique tutoring services in the subjects of Math, Social Studies, Science and ELA!

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Pancake Breakfast & Pig Roast!!!
Proceeds to be donated to: Character Education Fund in loving memory of Michele Cuminale. May 15th, 8-11. Charlie Riedels-Canandaigua. $5 a ticket.

 Friends of Canandaigua Lacrosse is putting on a pig roast May 22 for Mike Pane.  More info here or go to the FB page.

Yarger Memorial Golf Scramble-100 Spots left!

Sat, June 11, Victor Hills. $125 per golfer. Includes tee gift, 18 holes, cart, unlimited lunch, beverages and steak dinner. Call Bill Yarger 585-978-1192 to sign up before May 20!
 

Join the Parade! Applications Now Available to Participate in the 2016 Fourth of July Parade in Canandaigua   
The annual Fourth of July Celebration is on Mon, July 4. The celebration will include a parade, food vendors, and entertainment in Kershaw Park, concluding with a firework display in the evening. Applications to march in this year's parade are now available, and can be found online. Applications are due Mon, June 6.
  
This year's theme is "Movers and Shakers- Past, Present and Future," honoring people, organizations, businesses and historic places in Canandaigua. Apply to be a part of the parade in a number of ways. Community groups, local businesses and community members can build floats, play music, entertain in a walking group, or drive a car during the parade. The parade will begin in the Ontario St Parking Lot and head down Main St, continuing from the County Court House to Lakeshore Dr.
9:00 am         Parade Participants Line-up 
10:00 am       Parade Begins
3:00 pm         Community Picnic at Kershaw Park
6-9:00 pm     Live Music at the Kershaw Park Gazebo
9:30 pm         Fireworks! (Weather Permitting). Find out more here!. 

ALL ARE INVITED TO THIS YEAR's 7th ANNIVERSARY PARTY!  Kenny Chesney ticket raffle, Giveaways. and much more!

5-7pm giveaways

7pm ROC Street band! OPENING DAY AT THE SANDBAR! FRI, MAY 6th!

Click here for more info! 
 
Bristol Harbour Resort is Hiring
for full-time and seasonal positions, including seasonal kitchen support cooks and dishwashers. Positions offer competitive hourly wages based on experience. Must be 16 or older to apply. Applications can be found online. Resumes can be sent to Nancy Bills , HR Assistant at nbills@bristolharbour.com or apply in person at the front desk: 5410 Seneca Point Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424. 

Mother's Day Buffet at Bristol Harbour Resort
Celebrate Mom on Sunday, May 8th with a buffet at Bristol Harbour Resort. Join us and enjoy our omelet station, carving station, traditional breakfast offerings and an assortment of pastries, bagels, fruit and desserts. Seating for Mother's Day is at 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Please call 585-396-2200 to reserve your seating time. Reservations are required. 
 
BREWMASTER DINNER at NYWCC!
   
 
Join us as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary!
This is the first time ever that all three bocks, Maibock, Bare Bock, and Doppelbock, will be available for tasting at the same time. New York Wine & Culinary Center Chefs will pair Naked Dove's unique beers with dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. Indulge in these incredible pairings while Don Cotter discuss the brews, how they were created, and what subtle touches and flavors they possess that pair with our chef's creations. This is the perfect opportunity to taste and compare all three bocks side-by-side. Come enjoy six one of a kind, memorable courses of deliciousness, both on the plate and in the glass!

Interested in Employment Opportunities at NYWCC? Click here for Information on Current Positions.


 
FLCC's annual Spring Arts Festival is May 6
  
The annual Spring Arts Festival at Finger Lakes Community College on Friday, May 6, will showcase the musical, artistic and theatrical talents of its students. It starts with the FLCC theatre department's performance of the short play "Miss Electricity" in the Student Center Auditorium at 6:30 p.m., followed by the presentation of awards for the Student Honors Art Exhibition at 7:15 p.m. in the George M. Ewing Sr. Atrium. The group then heads to the nearby Williams-Insalaco Gallery 34 to view displayed works.
  
Then, at 8 p.m., visitors will return to the auditorium for performances by the College Singers and Vocal Jazz, Guitar and Percussion ensembles.
The auditorium and gallery are located on the main campus at 3325 Marvin Sands Drive, Canandaigua. The festival is free and open to the public.
  

 
Special Mother's Day Event at the
Ontario County Historical Museum
55 North Main Street, Canandaigua
Sunday May 8, 11AM to 3 PM
New Exhibit Opening:
Planes, Trains and Automobiles: 20th Century Transportation in Ontario County
This new exhibit explores how our communities dealt with advances in transportation technology.
From the Good Roads Movement to the opening of the New York State Thruway; the rise and decline of passenger rail transportation; and air transportation's rise from the Barnstormers to the development of the Canandaigua Airport.
All these 20th century transportation developments affected our lives, our communities and how we got around.  Planes Trains and Automobiles is a wonderful family friendly museum exhibit.  With numerous artifacts and memorabilia the past that can be shared between generations.  Stop in our exhibit opening on Mother's Day and share a walk into the past with your family.  Admission is free and open to the public.

 
PAT RINI ROHRER GALLLERY - SPRING SESSION! Click here to see all of the Drawing, Painting, and Watercolor classes! We also have Try it for Two, Cartooning, and much more! Call 394-0030, email us, or click on painting for more info.
       
CANANDAIGUA FITNESS @ Cobblestone! $5 Classes!
Friday Night Candlelight Yoga and more!
 Like us on Facebook1622 State Route 332. Class descriptions on the website....
www.CanandaiguaFitness.com  

HOST A PROFESSIONAL PLEIN AIR ARTIST!
2016 Finger Lakes Plein Air Competition & Festival at Canandaigua, NY
Festival Dates: June 7-12th
 
Have you ever wondered what the life of a professional outdoor artist is like?   Or how an artist can transform a moment into an amazing piece of art?

Click here to fill out and submit the Host Application Form at our website.
 
By opening your home and offering a guest room you not only help an artist offset some costs associated with participating in this year's festival - but you can make a new friend or two in the process.  Over the course of 5 days these artists want to share something quite magical with our community. They are those who live their dream to create. They follow in the footsteps of those chasing light and color since the early 19th century. This year we are asking our community to also embrace the storied tradition of welcoming accomplished, itinerant artists who charm the cultures they pay homage to in their paintings.


  
Mobile Food Pantry Visits Thompson May 4
UR Medicine's Thompson Health will once again host Foodlink's mobile food pantry, on Wednesday, May 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Constellation Center for Health and Healing at Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua.
Perishable foods will be offered, free of charge, to those in need on a first-come, first-served basis. Those accessing the pantry will be asked to sign in - for Foodlink's count purposes only - and must be at least 18. There are no ID, income or residency requirements. For information, call (585) 396-6529.
  
Guild to Host May 5 Plant Sale
The Thompson Health Guild will host its annual Plant Sale on Thursday, May 5, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Thompson Conference Center on the ground floor of Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua. Hanging baskets and a wide variety of annuals and herbs from Spring Valley Gardens will be available at the sale, which benefits the Guild's programs within the health system and the community. For more information about the Guild, which welcomes new members, click here.
 
       
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting and Education Class - April 28 in Canandaigua

Learn how to discern authentic premium olive oils from the many low-grade olive oils currently proliferating U.S. markets. Participants will have to opportunity to sample a wide variety of award-winning extra virgin olive oils from around the world and will learn how to taste and measure the characteristics inherent in an exceptionally high quality olive oil. The cost for the class is $20.00. Each participant will receive a take-home sampler pack containing four distinctly different premium olive oils along with tasting notes, cooking tips, recipes, and purchase discounts. Participants can register for the class by calling their local F. Oliver's store. Canandaigua (585) 396-2585. Click here for more info!
Need to improve your memory? Do you have a lot on your mind? Not a problem when you're nourishing your complex, amazing, and hard-working brain with patented Prevagen. Prevagen supports healthy brain function, a sharper mind, and clearer thinking.
Prevagen is clinically shown to IMPROVE MEMORY *, Word Recall and Learning.  Stop in at Canandaigua The Medicine Shoppe and see if Prevagen can help you with your brain health.  These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration . This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
 
(585) 396-9970

Bristol Harbour Village
Community
Garage Sale
 
May 14 (Sat.) ~ 9:00 to 2:00
  
AN ACRE OF MULTI-FAMILY TREASURES FROM CANANDAIGUA: Take RT. 21 South thru Cheshire to CO. RD. 16.
Make left on Co. Rd. 16. Take next right onto Seneca Point Rd to BRISTOL HARBOUR VILLAGE. Make right onto Golfside Circle
Follow signs & balloons to 30 GOLFSIDE CIRCLE.RAIN OR SHINE
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? 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.
The Rotary Club of Canandaigua meets every Thursday, 12:15pm at the New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main Street.

Kiwanis Club of Canandaigua. Lunch at American Legion every Tuesday at noon.  Email us for more info.

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

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