Early November feels like a pause button between the busy days of late summer and “back-to-school” season, and the rush of the holidays.

The air’s cooler but still inviting, the trails are open and quiet, and there’s just enough time left for one or two more easy outdoor adventures before winter sets in.

Maybe it’s something a little simpler, like a walk by the lake or a lazy Sunday brunch, it can still be a great moment to enjoy the calm before the holiday chaos.

What’s on your list this month?

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The Windmill Farm & Craft Market - Part farmers market, part craft fair, part local hangout — The Windmill is a Finger Lakes classic. Open Saturdays from April through November, it brings together vendors offering farm-fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, local wines, and small-batch everything.

FLX Table - If you’ve ever wanted to experience dinner like a private chef’s tasting — this is it. Every menu is a little different, built around what’s in season and what inspires the chefs during the season.

📅 EVENTS

Top Weekend Picks

1. Forest Therapy Walk @ Baltimore Woods Nature Center 

2. Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY @ State Theatre of Ithaca

3. Jigsaw Puzzle Sale @ Penn Yan Public Library

Wednesday

• Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY @ State Theatre of Ithaca (Ithaca) – Winter stoke hits Ithaca as Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY brings epic ski thrills and alpine energy to the big screen.

• Montezuma Wildlife Refuge Tour & Saunders Country Store Lunch @ Seneca Falls (Seneca Falls) – Spot eagles, explore wetlands, and savor local eats on a scenic Montezuma Wildlife & Saunders Store day trip.

• Music Night with the Ende Brothers @ Outlet 111 (Penn Yan) – Easy vibes, craft cocktails, and live tunes — the Ende Brothers return to Outlet 111 for waterfront midweek music.

• Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club @ Golden Bee Bookshop (Liverpool) – Join fellow readers to explore The Deep Sky at Golden Bee Bookshop’s cozy sci-fi & fantasy book club night.

• Best in Show (2000) @ The Smith Opera House (Geneva) – A dog-friendly screening of the cult comedy Best in Show brings laughs, pups, and people together in Geneva.

Thursday

• Lloyd’s Boys @ South Hill Cider (Ithaca) – Hillbilly swing meets cider and sunsets as Lloyd’s Boys light up South Hill with vintage groove and good vibes.

• Story Time and Craft: Bear Says Thanks @ The Dundee Library (Dundee) – A cozy story hour and craft time for kids at The Dundee Library featuring Bear Says Thanks.

• Experience Chemung: Food Brew Wine @ Elmira College (Elmira) – Sip, savor, and celebrate local flavor at Elmira College with food, wine, brews, and live music at Experience Chemung.

• Annual Meeting 2025 @ The Wagner Restaurant (Penn Yan) – Enjoy dinner, conversation, and a talk on Finger Lakes geography at the Yates County History Center’s annual meeting.

• Homebrewed Comedy @ Prison City Brewery (Auburn) – Craft beer meets stand-up as Homebrewed Comedy brings the laughs to Prison City Brewery’s speakeasy in Auburn.

• Laptop Orchestra @ Binghamton University (Binghamton) – Binghamton’s Laptop Orchestra merges tech and art in a live electronic concert of sound, rhythm, and innovation.

• Storied Winds @ 360Aurora (Elmira Heights) – Classical storytelling comes alive as the wind trio Storied Winds performs a lyrical, family-friendly concert in Elmira.

• Rebirth Brass Band @ Center for the Arts of Homer (Homer) – Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band brings Bourbon Street energy and brassy funk to the Center for the Arts of Homer.

• Eco-Book Club & Hike @ RMSC Cumming Nature Center (Naples) – A mindful mix of books, nature, and fresh air — join the Eco-Book Club & Hike at Naples’ scenic Cumming Nature Center.

• Connected by Glass: 39th Rakow Commission Unveiling @ Corning Museum of Glass (Corning) – Witness the unveiling of Jes Fan’s groundbreaking new glass work at Corning’s world-renowned museum.

Friday

• November Gallery Night with Marshall Hopkins: Memory Sketches @ Grayhaven Motel (Ithaca) – Discover Memory Sketches — the nostalgic, hand-drawn reflections of artist and cartoonist Marshall Hopkins, former Assistant Cartoon Editor at The New Yorker.

• U.S. Navy Band in Concert @ Bailey Hall, Cornell University (Ithaca) – The U.S. Navy Concert Band brings patriotic power and precision to Cornell’s Bailey Hall for one night only.

• The Neo Politans @ Airport Inn (Binghamton) – The Neo Politans fire up Binghamton with their “honk ’n’ roll” blend of Americana, indie spirit, and vintage groove.

• 360 Pop Up Comedy Open Mic Night! @ 360 Pronoia (Elmira Heights) – Grab a drink and some laughs as 360 Pronoia hosts a lively community open mic night in Elmira Heights.

• Re-Thinking Thanksgiving @ Lodi Whittier Library (Lodi) – Explore the true roots of Thanksgiving in this powerful storytelling session with Onondaga educator Perry Ground.

• Dirk Quinn Band LIVE @ Grist Iron Brewing Company (Burdett) – Funky jazz-fusion grooves, cold brews, and Seneca Lake views — Dirk Quinn Band rocks Grist Iron Friday night.

• Finger Eleven: Listening Party @ Squatch Den Records (Horseheads) – Hear Finger Eleven’s new album first — raffles, merch, and fan fun at Squatch Den’s listening party.

• Stained Glass Wine Suncatcher @ Atwater Vineyards (Burdett) – Sip local wine and craft your own stained-glass suncatcher at this creative night at Atwater Vineyards.

Saturday

• Jigsaw Puzzle Sale @ Penn Yan Public Library (Penn Yan) – Stock up for cozy winter days at the Penn Yan Library’s annual Friends Jigsaw Puzzle Sale.

• Family Day @ Syracuse Stage (Syracuse) – Discover theatre magic with hands-on fun and a free kids’ show at Syracuse Stage’s Family Day.

• Sunshine Saturday: Move & Make! — November Edition @ Sunshine Therapy (Penn Yan) – Story time, crafts, and kid-friendly movement fun at Sunshine Therapy’s playful family morning event.

• Finger Lakes Shaolin-Do Open House! @ Finger Lakes Shaolin-Do (Freeville) – Discover Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qigong at Finger Lakes Shaolin-Do’s free open house and live demo.

• Studio Schweinfurth: Pastel Painting Studio — Focus on Still Life @ Schweinfurth Art Center (Auburn) – Create colorful still lifes and master pastel techniques in this full-day art workshop at Schweinfurth.

• Sweater Weather Swing: Dance Workshops & Live Music @ Cornell University (Ithaca) – Lindy Hop lessons, live jazz, and cozy vibes—dance the chill away at Cornell’s Sweater Weather Swing.

• 2nd Annual Tioga County Pumpkin Smash @ Tioga County Fairgrounds (Owego) – Smash pumpkins, play games, and celebrate fall at Tioga County’s fun, eco-friendly pumpkin smash event.

• Fall Open House @ Appleridge Senior Living (Horseheads) – Tour, taste, and experience Appleridge living at their welcoming fall open house in Horseheads.

• Acoustic Saturdays featuring The Petty Thieves Duo @ Treleaven Wines (King Ferry) – Unwind with live acoustic tunes, local wine, and laid-back vineyard vibes at Treleaven Wines.

• Dinner at Eight @ Auburn Public Theater (Auburn) – A sharp, witty look at greed and ambition unfolds in the theatrical satire Dinner at Eight in Auburn.

• TCPL 25 Years on East Green Street Celebration @ Tompkins County Public Library (Ithaca) – Celebrate 25 years of TCPL with crafts, treats, music, and library fun for all ages in downtown Ithaca.

• The Sheridan’s @ Anyela’s Vineyards (Skaneateles) – Sip wine, savor lake views, and enjoy live music by The Sheridan’s at scenic Anyela’s Vineyards.

• Tap & Craft Festival @ Hotel Canandaigua (Canandaigua) – Sip, sample, and celebrate local brews at Canandaigua’s lakeside Tap & Craft Festival.

• Night of Luxury: Scene 2 @ 76 Main Street (Binghamton) – An elegant night of fashion, art, and empowerment celebrating heritage, freedom, and love.

• Free Movie Night – Monty Python & The Holy Grail @ Middle Ages Beer Hall (Syracuse) – Laughs, beer, and medieval mayhem—Monty Python & The Holy Grail lights up Middle Ages Beer Hall for free!

• The Kitchen Sink Band @ McGirk’s Irish Pub (Binghamton) – Groove into blues, rock, and jam tunes with The Kitchen Sink Band live at McGirk’s Irish Pub this Saturday!

• Let’s Sing Taylor: An Unofficial Live Tribute Show @ Smith Opera House (Geneva) – Swifties unite! Sing, dance, and celebrate every Taylor era live at Let’s Sing Taylor in Geneva!

• Mama Look, Loveday & Strange Heavy LIVE @ Stone Bend Farm (Newfield) – Three women-led bands light up Stone Bend Farm for a soulful, high-energy night of local music and community.

Sunday

• Sock Hop Sundays with TOiVO @ Garrett’s Brewing Company (Trumansburg) – Retro grooves, craft brews, and community cheer — Sock Hop Sundays with TOiVO light up Trumansburg.

• Forest Therapy Walk @ Baltimore Woods Nature Center (Marcellus) – Unplug and unwind with a guided forest-bathing walk through the tranquil trails of Baltimore Woods.

• Holiday Sip-N-Shop @ Celebrations on Park (Binghamton) – Kick off the holiday season with a festive afternoon of sipping, shopping, and supporting local makers at Celebrations on Park.

• The Clements Brothers @ Valley Folk (Corning) – Twin harmonies and heartfelt roots music fill Corning’s Valley Folk as The Clements Brothers take the stage.

• Unto Ages of Ages @ St. Michael’s Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church (Binghamton) – Soaring 17th-century choral music and heartfelt purpose unite in this Ukrainian benefit concert in Binghamton.

• Celebrate the Season Exhibit Opening @ Arts Center of Yates County (Penn Yan) – Kick off the holidays in Penn Yan with local art, handmade gifts, and festive cheer at Celebrate the Season.

• Ewing Forum: Dan Egan @ Fort Hill Performing Arts Center (Canandaigua) – Pulitzer finalist Dan Egan leads a vital talk on protecting the Finger Lakes’ freshwater future in Canandaigua.

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