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An exhibition of new works by gallery co-owner Sarah Panzarella will open Nov. 2 at Imagine, the fine arts and fine craft gallery at 38 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles.

“Forms of Function” will feature ceramic vessels, mugs, pie plates, candlesticks and butter bells by the Tully artist, whose works have been exhibited at galleries across the country.

The opening is part of Skaneateles’ First Friday celebration. Refreshments will be provided, along with entertainment by the Usual Suspects. The exhibition runs ...

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INTERLAKEN, NY – Americana Vineyards Winery is excited to announce that their tenth annual Hallo-wine Spooktacular Halloween costume party is slated for October 27, from 8:00pm to midnight. Each year the costumes are themed, and this year’s theme is Gods, Goddesses and Monsters. Party goers are encouraged, but not required, to dress up to this theme so they can participate in the costume contest which is just one of the games taking place that evening.

There will also be dancing all night, with music fr...

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Victor, NY— From the late 1800s to the mid-20^th century, thousands of Native American children were taken forcibly from their homes by the United States government and sent to government-run residential boarding schools—including several in Western New York. Stripped of their Native names and identities, punished for speaking their own language, hair cut short, all ties to their cultural and their families were broken—a necessity, the government claimed, in order to “civilize” them.  

On Thursday, October ...

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Owego, NY -- The search for the “Prettiest Painted Places in America” is narrowing, with 10 finalists from the U.S. Northeast named by the Paint Quality Institute, an informational entity whose mission is to educate the public about quality paints and coatings.

The 10 finalists are:  Bristol, Rhode Island;  Brookville, Pennsylvania;   Cambridge, Ohio;  Cape Cod, Massachusetts;  Cape May, New Jersey;  Chautauqua Institution, New York;  Chester, Vermont;  Downtown Frederick, Maryland;  Owego, New York;  a...

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October 2, 2012 (Canandaigua, NY) – Spend the afternoon relaxing at Heron Hill’s Tasting Room at Bristol on Saturday, October 13 from 11 AM to 5 PM for the Harvest Celebration at Ingle Vineyard.  This family-friendly event will kick-off with live music by Tommy Gravino from 11 AM to 1PM, followed by the porch-punk sounds of regional favorites The Prickers playing from 1 PM to 4 PM.  Apple-pressing demonstrations and kids’ activities will take place throughout the day. There is no entrance fee for music and ...

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Class is now in session! This fall, Taverna Banfi EDU, our educational event series, are serving up the following sensational food and wine events.

TB-EDU 10.30.12 - Fall Harvest & Hard Cider Dinner
Tuesday, October 30th
Enjoy a masterfully prepared dinner, each course paired with a hard cider. This seasonal celebration is a great way to enjoy the bounty of the Finger Lakes and the wonderful harvests of the fall. Bring your special someone for a cozy evening in Taverna Banfi.
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TB-EDU 11.13.12- King Ferr...

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SYRACUSE – Volunteers from Erie Canal Park in Camillus were designated New York State’s first “Canal Ambassadors,” the New York State Canal Corporation announced today.

The Canal Ambassador Program will enlist volunteers across New York State to help canal communities welcome tourists, maintain parks and waterfronts, give tours of historic facilities, and offer services at festivals and events.

Volunteers who sign up and qualify for the program receive a certificate designating them as a Canal Ambassador ...

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(September 2012, Trumansburg, NY…)   Tim Joseph, Regional Director of the Finger Lakes State Parks, announced the 2012 - 2013 hunting schedule for the region’s state parks. 

BIG GAME – DEER

Deer – Archery

Reference the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (D.E.C.) Hunting and Trapping Guide for current dates and rules for archery hunting in the following parks:

Bonavista, Buttermilk Falls, Chimney Bluffs, Connecticut Hill, Fillmore Glen, Ganondagan, Harriet Hollister Spencer, Juniper...

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An exhibition of limited-edition color lithographs and digital paintings by Fayetteville artist Carl Hoffner will open 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 5 and run throughout October at Imagine, the fine arts and fine craft gallery at 38 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles.
 
The opening is part of the village’s First Friday celebration. Refreshments will be provided, along with entertainment by the Usual Suspects.

Hoffner, who earned an M.F.A. in studio arts from Syracuse University, has been creating fine art lithographs sinc...

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Corning, New York - Through Art Hunts, Art Packs, and Hands-on Activities, families are invited to have fun together on Monday October 8, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. – Noon at the Rockwell Museum of Western Art!

• Cost is included in Museum Admission
• Kids and teens, 19 and under receive free admission to the Museum. Parents, check out our local resident rates (discount)
• No registration required. Visitors can join in anytime
• Contact the Education Department at 607.974.4707 with questio...

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