Happy Veterans Day.
If you've got a veteran in your life, today's a good day to take them fishing. New York waives the fishing license today. It's the last free fishing day of the year, so anyone can fish the state's freshwater without one (the other rules still apply).
Get out early if you can. It should be in the mid 50s with the best chance of sun this morning, and showers move in late in the day. After that it turns cold, and the hills could see some snow Thursday night.
📮 SNAIL MAIL CLOCK IS TICKING 📮
Grab the second Finger Lakes Effect Quarterly and get something worthwhile delivered to your door.
I’m still working out how much I can fit in. Between the booklet, future events, sticker, and more, it’s going to be a tight squeeze.
Today's the last day for the $20 preorder price. Tomorrow it goes up to $25.
👏 GENEVA, WHO’S IN? 👏
Dinner Club continues to be a blast: connecting with new friends, trying different dishes, and just having a good time.
Next week we’re having a “New-Friends-Giving” Dinner Club in Geneva on the 19th.
P.S. Thanks to everyone who answered last week's Rochester Dinner Club question. It looks like we'll start one there in January. And don't worry, it won't replace any Finger Lakes Dinner Club meetups!
❄️RABBIT ROW YARNS ❄️
Looking for a cozy break from holiday season hustle and bustle? Craft a one-of-a-kind woolen snowflake!
Rabbit Row Yarns & Haberdashery in Corning turns five this month, and they're celebrating with a Holiday Make & Take.
Stop by the shop on Thursday, November 12 or 19, anytime from 5 to 8 PM, and needle felt your own wool snowflake ornament. It takes 15 to 20 minutes and costs $5, with all the materials included. Absolute beginners and crafty kids are welcome.
Barbara opened the shop after learning that most US wool is shipped overseas to be processed and dyed, then shipped back. So she stocks yarn and fiber from New York, Pennsylvania, and around the US.
More dates in December. Check out classes and events here.
🍂 BEAUTY IS ALL AROUND US 🍂
With the temps dropping, we’re about to start seeing some beautiful late-fall images like this one from Laurie Dirkx. Sometimes it’s not the big vista or incredible sunset, but the small things that catch our eye.
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Schweinfurth Art Center - Auburn's Schweinfurth Art Center has three galleries and a real soft spot for fiber arts (they put on a juried quilt show every year). This Friday, Nov. 13, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., bring the family (ages 6 and up) to make a leaf-shaped trinket dish, $10 per person or $30 for a family.
Hammond Hill - Just east of Ithaca in Dryden, the Star Stanton Hill and Hammond Hill Loop blends sections of wide multi-use trails with narrower forest paths, offering a bit of everything: meadows, maples, conifers, and occasional wildlife sightings. It’s well-marked, uncrowded, and ideal for a quiet hike, run, or even a snowshoe in the winter.
🔔 UPDATES 🔔
Sunrise: 6:52 AM
Moonrise: 9:30 AM
Air Quality: 16 GOOD
Sunset: 4:48 PM
Moonset: 5:58 PM
Pets: Casper is not a ghost
📅 EVENTS 📅
Top Picks
"Preserving Summer" A Johnny's Kitchen Wine Dinner (Hector - Saturday)
Willett Bourbon Pairing Dinner (Canandaigua - Thursday)
Wednesday, November 11
Small Works Exhibition (Clifton Springs) - Browse over 200 artists' small works in this thirteenth annual exhibition featuring 2-D and 3-D art, November 11-14.
Plant Bingo (Ithaca) - Join Plant Bingo at Brewers for an evening of plant-themed games, prizes, food, and drinks where everyone leaves with something special.
Free Fishing Days NYS - Fish for free without a license across New York State—perfect for beginners, returning anglers, or family outings.
Thursday, November 12
Urban Renewal: Building a Better Geneva (Geneva) - Historic archivist Becky Chapin explores Geneva's urban renewal project from the 1950s-60s and its modern-day legacy.
FLX Gives Trivia at Carey's Brew House (Corning) - Test your Finger Lakes knowledge at trivia night where winning teams direct prizes to nonprofits participating in the FLX Gives campaign.
Willett Bourbon Pairing Dinner (Canandaigua) - Rose Tavern presents an exceptional five-course bourbon pairing dinner featuring Willett whiskeys paired with expertly crafted gourmet cuisine.
Book Talk: Founding Immigrants (Auburn) - Hear historian Carl Bon Tempo discuss immigrants' pivotal role in the American Revolution and republic.
Friday, November 13
FIELD//WORK: A Study of Finger Lakes Agriculture Through Wet Plate Collodion Photography (Brooktondale) - Discover Finger Lakes agriculture through stunning wet plate collodion photography and live music at this family-friendly opening reception.
Live Music by The Garlic Band (Phelps) - Relax with live music from The Garlic Band and handcrafted spirits in a welcoming atmosphere.
JIMKATA (Ithaca) - Electronic rock legends Jimkata celebrate their album's 10-year anniversary with two special sets of original music.
Beyond The Pages Luncheon - Meet Dave Richardson, curator of the Hoffman Clock Museum, at a special library luncheon celebrating local history and culture.
Fall 2026 Fiber Retreat (Auburn) - Fiber artists of all skill levels gather for a creative weekend retreat with access to sewing and dye studios plus complimentary lunch.
Cornell Chamber Orchestra presents The Sound of Storytelling: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (Ithaca) - Watch a 1920 silent film with a live original orchestral score performed by the Cornell Chamber Orchestra in real-time synchronization.
Mean Girls The Musical (Farmington) - Step into high school chaos with this high-energy Broadway musical smash based on the iconic film, November 13-22.
Wine and Popcorn Pairing at Toast Winery (Rock Stream) - Enjoy a unique popcorn and wine pairing experience featuring five wines paired with five delicious popcorn flavors, November 13-15.
Saturday, November 14
Swing Dance Party with Djug Django (Ithaca) - Dance the night away to live swing music by Djug Django in an accessible venue with elevator access to the dance floor.
Whiskey Tango Sideshow - Holiday Sleazin' (Ithaca) - Experience a wild, hilarious sideshow combining back-to-school, Halloween, and holiday themes.
Wine Liberated book launch with Adam Huss (Ithaca) - Vintner Adam Huss launches Wine Liberated, exploring how ecological producers are revolutionizing wine culture beyond industrial conventions.
"Preserving Summer" A Johnny's Kitchen Wine Dinner (Hector) - Experience an exclusive six-course plant-based wine dinner at Damiani Wine Cellars with cellar tour, cocktails, and seasonal fermentation pairings.
Steve Daniels Swingtet, Dave Solazzo and the Bridge, Rick Starmer (Cortland) - Experience stellar jazz performances from CNY's finest musicians featuring the Steve Daniels Swingtet and opening acts.
Pop-Up Market: Evermore & Co. @ Idol Ridge Winery (Lodi) - Shop beautiful permanent jewelry from Evermore & Co. while sipping wine at this free pop-up market event.
Embroidery Portraits with Olivia Fontana (Penn Yan) - Learn to transform favorite photos into beautiful embroidery portraits you can treasure or gift.
Try-It: Mending (Ithaca) - Learn beautiful visible darning and mending techniques using a handy loom to repair your favorite clothing items.
"A Christmas Story - The Musical" at The Clemens Center (Elmira) - Enjoy this musical adaptation from the team behind Dear Evan Hansen and La La Land, November 14-15.
Sunday, November 15
Holiday Glass Ornaments Workshop (Ithaca) - Create four decorated glass ornaments using alcohol inks and acrylic paints to keep or give as unique handmade holiday gifts.
Create Your Ceramic Wine Cup @ Toast Winery (Rock Stream) - Hand-build and create your own ceramic wine cup at this pottery workshop led by SPS Pottery, with wine included and firing provided.
Cranberry Infusion Class with Montour Falls Tea Company @ Idol Ridge Winery (Lodi) - Learn to create cranberry infusion kits with Montour Falls Tea Company while exploring delicious flavor combinations perfect for the holiday season.
Brunch & Bubbles with Chef Dilon Towner (Geneva) - Enjoy an abundant brunch buffet with signature mimosas and chimney cakes prepared by an award-winning executive chef.
“It’s a Wrap!” Printmaking Stationary & Wrapping paper with Lourdes Lopez-Isa (Penn Yan) - Master block printing basics to create custom wrapping paper, gift tags, and cards in this accessible beginner-friendly workshop.
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See you out there!
Thanks for being part of the Finger Lakes Effect.
Adam Moody
