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Dinner Club comes to Skaneateles next Thursday, September 24. Grab a seat.

Keuka Trail Farm Market Food Truck (Penn Yan) — Visit the Keuka Trail Farm Market Food Truck at Apple Barrel Orchards to enjoy U-Pick apples and grapes plus farm store shopping, September 16-27.

Outdooor Storytime at the Community Garden (Penn Yan) — Enjoy outdoor storytime at the community garden featuring songs, books, and movement perfect for young children.

Guided Evening Paddle: Fitch's Bridge to Grove Street Boat Launch (Elmira) — Join expert paddler Jim Pfiffer for a guided evening paddle on the scenic Chemung River.

Book Club at Outlet 111 (Penn Yan) — Join a welcoming book club discussing Before the Coffee Gets Cold—no prior reading required, all welcome.

Cake Decorating Class and Wine Sipping (Penn Yan) — Decorate a custom cake and enjoy wine pairings while learning from expert Kitchen Witches instructors in this hands-on creative class.

Corning Farmers Market (Corning) — Browse fresh fruits, vegetables, and local harvest goods at this beloved Southern Finger Lakes farmers market tradition.

Comedy Night (Ithaca) — Enjoy a free comedy night featuring headliner RJ Purpura, Eric Camp, and host Mike Peters with observational and self-deprecating humor.

Canning Tomatoes Demonstration (Newfield) — Learn food preservation techniques and safety for canning tomatoes and other seasonal foods at their peak flavor with a Master Food Preserver.

Golden Hour Sippin’ Series (Lodi) — Experience unforgettable evenings with live music, wine, cocktails, light bites, and stunning sunset views over Seneca Lake.

Attic Art Sale (Penn Yan) — Browse gently used artwork at the Arts Center's sale featuring local and donated pieces. Camp Cory off route 54.

Garrison Keillor @ Hangar Theatre (Ithaca) — Experience legendary storyteller and entertainer Garrison Keillor at the intimate Hangar Theatre.

Sidewalk Showcase in Downtown Ithaca (Ithaca) — Free outdoor performances from local artists held monthly in Downtown Ithaca, perfect for exploring shops and galleries.

The Central on Main - Live Music by Uncle Shoehorn's Big Easy (Canandaigua) — Enjoy live music from Uncle Shoehorn's Big Easy paired with local eats at this downtown venue.

Music & Wine Series 2026 (Penn Yan) — Enjoy live music paired with wine at Keuka Spring Vineyards for an evening of entertainment and relaxation.

Open Doors: Harvest Tours (Dundee) — Tour a working Finger Lakes winery during harvest season to see grape processing, fermentation, and winemaking in action.

Behind the Scenes Tour (Geneva) — Explore Rose Hill Mansion from basement to belvedere with this guided tour featuring stairs, confined spaces, and hidden areas.

Women's Welding Workshop: Pumpkin (Springwater) — Empower yourself through MIG welding fundamentals while creating a custom metal pumpkin candle holder with metal artist Stacey Mrva.

An Evening with Ira Glass (Ithaca) — Hear from Ira Glass, creator and host of the acclaimed public radio program This American Life, discussing his career in broadcasting and journalism.

Chris Trapper at Fulkerson Winery (Dundee) — Catch Chris Trapper performing live with food and bar service available at this intimate winery concert experience.

Sip & Stroll (Canandaigua) — Stroll historic downtown streets sampling hand-crafted beverages and small bites while discovering local shops, galleries, and restaurants.

2026 Tompkins County Airport Day (Ithaca) — Explore aviation, community preparedness, and family fun at this free event featuring a runway 5K, pancake breakfast, and interactive exhibits.

Art in the Park - Auburn (Auburn) — Browse over 125 artists and fine crafters, enjoy food vendors and live music at Auburn's popular free art festival.

Try-It: Watercolor Painting (Ithaca) — Learn watercolor fundamentals in a hands-on afternoon workshop covering techniques, mixing, and texturing for all experience levels.

Tough Turtle Jr. (Ithaca) — Kids 12 and under tackle an exciting nature-inspired obstacle course at Ithaca Children's Garden with climbing, leaping, and crawling challenges.

Historic Burdett Tour (Burdett) — Walk through Burdett's rich history learning about its past as Tadpole, its opera house, and industrial heritage with local historian Marty Evans.

Fall Car Show with music by Black Robin Band (Penn Yan) — Classic car show with awards and live music by Black Robin Band celebrating automotive passion and community.

Hare Prix 10K Run / Walk (Watkins Glen) — Run the historic Grand Prix course through town and finish at the marina with post-race food, raffles, and community celebration.

Wager's 3rd Annual Apple Festival (Penn Yan) — Explore unique vendors offering apple-inspired creations, tastings, and family-friendly activities at this free festival.

Author & Craft Festival (Dundee) — Browse handmade crafts, meet local authors, discover new books, and enjoy live music at this free community festival celebrating regional artists and makers.

Lehigh Valley Railroad Historical Society Station Museum Open House (Shortsville) — Explore Lehigh Valley Railroad historical artifacts, operating N-scale model trains, and browse the gift shop featuring model trains and books.

Leaf Peeping Cruise (Canandaigua) — Cruise Canandaigua Lake aboard The Canandaigua Lady enjoying fall foliage, local history narration, and harvest-inspired dining, September 20 - October 11.

Macrame Wall Hanging Workshop (Penn Yan) — Learn boho-chic macrame knots and create your own wall art with good vibes and scenic views at this crafting workshop.

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