HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS
November 30 - December 2
Downtown Caledonia
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2018 Hometown Holidays weekend events include: Caledonia Community Tree Lighting, Celtic Christmas Concert, Caledonia Recreation's Breakfast with Santa, Vendor Sales & Family Activities at the Fire Department, Caledonia Library's Vintage Trains, Christmas Parade and much more!
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WINTER IN THE VILLAGE
December 1, 10 AM - 8 PM
Downtown Dansville
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Dansville’s Winter in the Village is a day long holiday festival with activities planned throughout the day & evening. The annual Arts & Crafts Sale, Santa lighting the Christmas trees in Church Park as well as many local businesses, vendors, artisans and entertainers are an annual delight. The tradition of the Wine Tasting Tour has become an annual highlight, featuring a multitude of NY wineries.
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CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE
December 1, 12 PM - 6 PM
Main Street, Geneseo
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Come celebrate Christmas with Geneseo Main Street! The days festivities include: Elf Stroll, Cookie Stroll, horse drawn wagon rides, Santa & Mrs. Claus around town, lighting of the tree, parade to Bear Fountain, ChristmaSing, cookies & hot chocolate with Santa and more!
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1ST ANNUAL AVON HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
December 1, 3 PM - 7 PM
Downtown Avon
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Holiday fun for the whole family, taking place throughout the entire community for one spectacular evening! There are events taking place throughout the day, however the primary events will be occurring from 3 PM – 7 PM.
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SPRINGWATER CHRISTMAS PARADE
December 1, 6:30 PM
Downtown Springwater
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Parade line up will start on School St. at the interestion of Howe St. Santa will join everyone at the Fire Station following the parade where there will be light refreshments.
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CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
December 1, 7 PM - 8 PM
Lima Town Hall
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Santa is coming to town to magically light the tree! There will also be wagon rides, hot cocoa & cookies provided by The Marketplace, and Christmas carols!
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CHRISTMAS IN NUNDA
December 8
Downtown Nunda
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Christmas in Nunda is a community event held the second weekend of December each year with 55+ vendors throughout the village!
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Will Cleveland with the Democrat & Chronicle offers some suggestions about where to meet, where to head, and what to drink with friends and family over the long weekend. The Livingston Libation Loop is on his list, and many of the breweries have extended hours for the holiday week!
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CANDLELIGHT NIGHTS
Thursdays, November 29 - December 20
Deer Run Winery
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Enjoy five stations of hors d’oeuvres paired with Deer Run wines surrounded by candlelight. Local items and pre-made gift baskets available in the tasting room for unique gift giving! Cost is $15.00 per person, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.
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REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT: BREAKFAST WITH SAINT NICK
November 24, 9 AM - 12 PM
Genesee Country Village & Museum
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Celebrate the holiday season alongside family and friends with a tasty, all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast! Kids have the chance to meet St. Nick and will receive a special present from St. Nick himself! They can also write a letter to St. Nick and mail it in a special mailbox to the North Pole!
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PICTURES WITH SANTA
December 1, 3 PM - 6 PM
The Wadsworth Homestead
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A crackling fire, an authentic sleigh, some cookies and cocoa, a couple of elves, and you know who! All inside an elegantly decorated historic home. $10 per family includes 1 photo to take home. Professional photos by Hudson Street Studios.
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REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT: REAL SANTA TRAIN RIDES
December 1, 8 & 15
Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
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Climb aboard the restored vintage freight train cabooses for a special trip to the North Pole to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Every child will get to meet Santa and receive a candy cane from one of his elves!
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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
December 2, 7 AM - 10 AM
Springwater Fire Department
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Come have breakfast with Santa at the Springwater Fire Department on December 2!
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REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT: YULETIDE IN THE COUNTRY TOURS
November 30, December 1, 2, 9, & 14-16
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Transcend time – from simple celebrations to high-Victorian decorations – on this enchanting progressive tour of classic 19th-century Yuletide festivities. Explore the snow-covered lanes of the historic Genesee Country Museum and visit village homes bedecked in holiday splendor.
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HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR
December 2, 1 PM - 5 PM
Geneseo
Get in the holiday spirit by attending the Geneseo Rotary Holiday House Tour! Tour historic sites and homes as well as newer homes. There are eight different locations around the village on the tour. Tickets are $12. in advance and $15. at the door.
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HOLIDAY SIP & SHOP
November 24, 12 PM - 4 PM
Deer Run Winery
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Join Deer Run Winery as an array of vendors are featured in their event room. Enjoy a free wine tasting and food pairing while perusing the latest products from multiple local artisans!
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HOLIDAY BAZZAR
December 1, 9 AM - 4 PM
Livonia Presbyterian Church
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One-stop shopping supporting local vendors and crafters. Soup and Sandwich luncheon begins serving at 11:00 AM. Take outs available.
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AVON HOLIDAY ONE STOP SHOP
December 1, 10 AM - 6 PM
Avon Village Hall
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This is the 7th Annual Avon Holiday One Stop Shop, sponsored by the Avon Chamber of Commerce, at the new location in the Avon Village Hall.
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HANDMADE HOLIDAY MARKET
December 1, 10 AM - 4 PM
Adventures & Art: Center for Creativity
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This is the annual Handmade Holiday Market at Adventures & Art! The Gift Shop carries a variety of gifts, plus visiting artists/artisans will be onsite with their great handmade jewelry, artwork, gifts, handbags, accessories, baked goods, and so much more!
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PLAID FRIDAY
November 23
On Plaid Friday, local businesses across the United States are offering specials to customers who shop while wearing plaid as a gesture of solidarity with both these local businesses and their communities.
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SHOP SMALL SATURDAY
November 24
In an effort to support local shops that make our communities strong, American Express launches Small Business Saturday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to encourage people to Shop Small and bring more holiday shopping to small businesses. Get out to support your local businesses on Saturday, November 24th! Many stores will be having special sales and promotions.
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PRE-THANKSGIVING JAM
November 21, 5 PM
Dublin Corners Farm Brewery
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Dublin Corners will be open on Wednesday and Charlie Gates will be there with live music! Come on out and celebrate the season!
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PRE-THANKSGIVING FIDDLE BOOGIE STOMPGRASS FEST
November 21, 7 PM - 10 PM
OSB Ciderworks
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Get your turkey trot on and join Groveland Station at OSB Ciderworks for a good old-fashioned fiddle-boogie stompgrass celebration!
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THANKSGIVING EVE BASH
November 21, 9 PM
Raider Lanes
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Spend Thanksgiving Eve at Raider Lanes and enjoy live music from Uptown Groove! There will also be drink and game specials.
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OPEN MIC PERFORMING ART SERIES
November 23, 6:30 PM
Dansville ArtWorks
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Featuring local musician Joe Dady! Audience members are welcome to offer family-friendly performances following Joe. Free and open to the public; light refreshments; donations welcome.
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VIRTUAL REALITY HYPNOSIS SHOW
November 24, 8 PM
Wadsworth Grill
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Come join the fun at Wadsworth Grill as the comedic Virtual Reality Hypnosis Show takes to the stage to entertain once again! Come watch or come be the show, but don’t miss out! This event is FREE, and typically jammed packed. Lots of standing room, but seating is limited, so get there early and enjoy some amazing food from the grill to secure a seat.
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OPEN MIC NIGHT
November 28, 8 PM
Cricket's Coffee Company
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Whether you're a musician, poet, or stand-up comedian, come down and share your art! Be sure to arrive early to get your name on the list.
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CELTIC YULETIDE CONCERT
November 30, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Caledonia First Presbyterian Church
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Kick off your Yuletide season with the Christmas Ceilidh Band! New music, old favorites, and even a couple highland pipers to keep us all on our toes! Admission is a free-will offering at the door.
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MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER
December 1, 6:30 PM - 9 PM
Deer Run Winery
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An evening of interactive dinner theater provided by The Mystery Game. Reservations required and include an Italian dinner buffet. Wine, beer and cocktails will be available for purchase. 21 + only.
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LIVE MUSIC AT DUFFY'S
December 1, 8 PM - 11 PM
Duffy's
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There will be live music at Duffy's in Avon following the Avon Holiday Spectacular!
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RIDING SHOTGUN
December 1, 9 PM
CB's Bar & Grill
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Riding Shotgun will be performing live at CB's!
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THE ROCHESTER PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA CONCERT
December 2, 3 PM
Livonia High School
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Continue a holiday tradition! The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra will be at the Livonia High School on December 2. Pre-sale tickets are $13 for students & Seniors, $15.00 for adults, $17 at the door. Children under 5 are free.
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KEN LUK FACULTY RECITAL
December 1, 7 PM - 9 PM
SUNY Geneseo
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As a guitarist, teacher, and an arranger, Ken Luk actively performs in different solo and chamber music settings. Special guest Dr. Wan-Ling Chuang will also join the program to present a set of music arranged for the double bass and guitar. Free and open to the public.
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Studebaker John & The Hawks -
November 20, 7 PM
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Owen Eichensehr -
November 23, 8 PM
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Hanna & The Blue Hearts -
November 24, 8 PM
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Open Mic Night -
December 3, 6 PM
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VISIT TOWN OF PORTAGE HISTORIC SITES
November 23, 10 AM - 12 PM
Portage
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Visit Town of Portage Historic Sites with presenter Tom Cook as our guide to the past.
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SOLAR BREAKFAST & LEARN
November 27, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Battle Street Brewery
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Join Paradise Energy Solutions at Battle Street Brewery for a free breakfast and to learn: How solar energy will reduce your electric bill, lower your taxes and add savings to your bottom line, and all about the tax benefits, grants, and financing options. This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Seats are limited.
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DISCOVERY CAFE: WHAT DNA TELLS US ABOUT HISTORY
November 27, 7 PM
Wadsworth Library
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Dr. Wendy Pogozelski from the SUNY Geneseo Department of Chemistry will speak about DNA and its relationship to human history. Come to this casual and fun event for a great time!
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TEAM TRIVIA NIGHT
November 21, 7 PM - 9 PM
Cricket's Coffee Company
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Come on down to Cricket's for team trivia on Wednesday, November 21st! Grab a beer, and get ready to THINK. Limit 4 people per team, and questions start at 7 PM so be sure to arrive early and secure a table and get yourself settled in. There will be a PRIZE for the winning team!
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CAL-MUM HOLIDAY LIGHTS CONTEST
November 27 - December 1
Caledonia Mumford
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The 1st Annual Holiday Decorating Contest is on! Homes and businesses in Caledonia and Mumford are welcome to participate in this decorating extravaganza! Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Be as festive as you want!
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CHRISTMAS LIGHT CONTEST
December 3 - December 6
Nunda
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Judging begins December 3rd through December 6th. Winners will be announced on the evening of December 7th before the parade. Houses within and two miles out of village limits only. 1st place prize for the 3 categories will be $50 for each winner.
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CRAFTS & DRAFTS
November 26, 7 PM
Dublin Corners Farm Brewery
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Join Dublin Corners on November 26 where you will learn how to use natural greenery and trimmings to create your own festive wreath. Megan Burley of Burley Berries & Blooms will guide you step by step so you can walk away with something truly special. All materials and your first beverage are included with purchase! Limited tickets available.
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JEWELRY ENAMELING
November 27, 6 PM - 8 PM
Makacademy
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Artist Pam Hill leads the class in basic Enameling techniques. Participants will create multiple pieces of jewelry using copper, enameling powder, and a kiln. All supplies are included, each participant will leave with many pieces of finished jewelry. Perfect class for handmade holiday gifts.
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COOKIE PLATE DECORATING
November 29, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
OSB Ciderworks
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Get ready for Santa and paint this Cookie Plate and Milk Glass set at OSB. Christmas is just around the corner!
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GINGERBREAD FUN FOR LITTLE HANDS
November 23, 10:30 AM
Dansville Public Library
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For children ages 2 to 5 years old. There will be Stories and craft an edible gingerbread man.
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GINGERBREAD HOUSE CREATIONS
November 23, 2 PM - 4 PM
Dansville Public Library
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This gingerbread Craft on November 23rd is for ages 5-13.
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MAKE YOUR OWN GINGERBREAD HOUSE
November 29, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wadsworth Library
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Come out for some guaranteed Christmas fun! We’ll be making our own gingerbread houses from graham crackers, frosting and various candies. Open to children 4 years old and up.
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LIVONIA TURKEY TROT
November 22, 8 AM
Livonia Central School
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The Friends of Livonia Education Foundation, Livonia Central School District and the Village of Livonia will be hosting the 9th annual Livonia Turkey Trot to benefit the Livonia Food Pantry. The run/walk is a 3.4 mile course through the Village of Livonia.
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GENESEO FARM TOY SHOW & AUCTION
November 30 & December 1
Geneseo Central School
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This is the 33rd annual Western NY farm toy show and auction! All proceeds go to the Boy Scout Troop 4070. Grand door prize Ford 4000 with loader and scraper blade.
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GENESEE VALLEY 100: COMMUNITY PAINTING PROJECT
November 14 - December 30
Silver Lake Brewing Project
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Come view the stunning results of the Genesee Valley Conservancy's year long Genesee Valley 100: Community Painting Project. All 100 canvases from the year long project will be on display for your up close inspection. You may also view all of the works online as well as make purchases online. Works will be on display at the Silver Lake Brewing Project during their normal business hours.
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TOY & GAME EXHIBIT
November 3 2018 - May 8 2019
Dansville Area Historical Society
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Enjoy the toys, games, and puzzles that entertained all ages in the 1800s and 1900s during Dansville Area Historical Society’s Toy and Game Exhibit. Seventeen-room miniature houses, toys, dolls, puzzles, games & interactive fun for all ages!
The exhibit is open every Saturday through December 22. After Christmas, regular houses are the 1
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Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm or by appointment. Admission is free.
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My Livingston Life
is a biweekly newsletter. Expect your next issue on Monday, December 3rd!
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