Quick intro this week because there's a lot to get to. The dinner club on the 26th is filling up nicely and I wanted to make sure you saw it before it’s too late, details below. If you've been on the fence, this is your nudge.
Also, we’re in full weather whiplash mode. Before I try to figure out what the weather will look like for weekend plans, let’s just get into it!
🔔 RINGING THE DINNER BELL 🔔
Ready to join in the fun? The next dinner club event is scheduled for March 26th in Seneca Falls, and you can find all the details here.
The Finger Lakes Effect Dinner Club is a great way to enjoy a tasty meal, meet some new neighbors, and have some good conversation.
There are already two tables ready to go - will you be at the next one?
Here’s what a few people who joined the first Dinner Club have to say:
"The food was amazing and the company was great!"
"I am so happy I signed up for this! It was so nice getting to know people in the area and just chatting among people who share the same community. The food was great and the vibes were great for just meeting people for the first time!"
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QUICK UPDATES & NOTES
Work continues on the event calendar. Thank you to everyone who volunteered to give feedback. It's been super helpful and the whole community will benefit. Love getting input from the group!
Remember the question last week about adding a quick "Around the Lakes" section with interesting things from around the area? The answer was a resounding YES, 98% of you, in fact! I'll start working on pulling together the best stuff from local news, groups, and more so you get a quick hit each week. Stay tuned.
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El Amigo - Right on Main Street in Trumansburg, you’ve got a great spot open daily for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, margaritas, and more. Make sure to try the ceviche and guacamole 🤤
Here - With a tasty rotating menu featuring house-smoked goodness, baked goods, and locally sourced meat and cheese. If you’re around Hector, stop in “here”.
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Sunrise | 7:13 AM |
Sunset | 7:16 PM |
Moonrise | 6:55 AM |
Moonset | 7:07 PM |
Air Quality | 30 GOOD |
Pets: Oreo looks like he could use a big hug…
📅 EVENTS 📅
Top Picks
Seed to Supper @ Elizabeth B. Pert Library (Thursday - Hector)
Bacon on the Lakein @ Cayuga Lake Wine Trail (Saturday & Sunday - Cayuga Lake)
Wine and Brunch @ Seneca Lake Wine Trail (Friday through Sunday - Seneca Lake)
Wednesday
ZZ Ward @ Center for the Arts of Homer (Homer) – A soulful night of blues, rock, and powerful vocals from acclaimed singer-songwriter ZZ Ward.
Beautification Brigade Orientation @ CCE-Tompkins Education Center (Ithaca) – Learn gardening techniques while helping care for Ithaca’s public flower plantings with this welcoming community volunteer group.
Homebrewed Comedy @ Waterman's Cafe & Tasting Barn (Apalachin) – A lively stand-up comedy night bringing big laughs and local talent to a cozy tasting barn stage.
Thursday
What Lurks in the Lake? From Reports to Reality: Making Sense of Harmful Algal Blooms @ Ulysses Philomathic Library (Trumansburg) – An informative talk exploring harmful algal blooms on Cayuga Lake and what recent monitoring reveals about local water health.
4-H Makers Market: Production Planning Work Day @ Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County (Binghamton) – A hands-on workshop helping youth plan production schedules and prepare products for the upcoming Makers Market.
Seed to Supper @ Elizabeth B. Pert Library (Hector) – A beginner-friendly gardening class series teaching practical skills for planning, planting, and harvesting a garden.
Speed Dating Ages 35–50 @ Bet the Farm Winery (Trumansburg) – A relaxed evening for local singles to meet face-to-face through a series of quick conversations at a welcoming winery setting.
The Music of Hans Zimmer @ State Theatre of Ithaca (Ithaca) – A cinematic concert celebrating the iconic film scores of composer Hans Zimmer performed live.
Wing Night Fundraiser @ Bleachers Bar & Grill (Watkins Glen) – Enjoy a community wing night where a portion of sales supports My Place: A Play and Learning Center.
History Happy Hour: 20th-Century Boats @ Smith Opera House (Geneva) – An informal history happy hour featuring a slideshow exploring Geneva’s 20th-century boats and Seneca Lake stories.
Friday
3rd Annual Spring Fling Event @ Lakeside Cosmetic Center (Canandaigua) – A lively seasonal open house featuring beauty specials, demonstrations, and community fun at a popular local cosmetic center.
Wine and Brunch with Seneca Lake Wine Trail @ Seneca Lake Wine Trail (Seneca Lake) – A weekend wine trail experience pairing brunch-inspired bites with tastings of cool-climate wines at participating wineries.
Vernal Equinox and Bird Walk @ Seneca Meadows Education Center (Waterloo) – Celebrate the first day of spring with a guided bird walk, seasonal talks, and wildlife spotting.
The Artistry Guild @ Lodi Whittier Library (Lodi) – A welcoming art workshop series exploring creativity through hands-on acrylic painting and skill-building for all experience levels.
Preview Party 2026 @ J. M. McDonald Sports Complex (Cortland) – A lively community preview party featuring local vendors, networking, and entertainment celebrating Cortland’s businesses and organizations.
Nate Marshall Drink-n-Sing @ Northville Arts Center (King Ferry) – An upbeat singalong night with Nate Marshall, featuring drinks, snacks, and relaxed community music vibes.
Movie Night: Zootopia 2 @ Newfield Public Library (Newfield) – A family-friendly movie night featuring Zootopia 2, popcorn, and a fun community film screening.
Montana Smith and the Curse of the Golden Crocodile Mystery Dinner Theatre @ Cortland Repertory Theatre Downtown (Cortland) – A thrilling interactive mystery dinner featuring adventure, intrigue, and a buffet meal as guests solve the case.
Tasteful Day for HCA @ DoubleTree by Hilton Binghamton (Binghamton) – A lively tasting fundraiser featuring local restaurants, breweries, music, and auctions supporting community disability programs.
Voyage – Celebrating The Music of Journey @ Del Lago Resort & Casino (Waterloo) – A high-energy tribute concert bringing the iconic arena-rock hits of Journey to life with powerful vocals and soaring harmonies.
Hollerhome House Concert w/ The Mustard Tigers @ Hollerhorn Distilling (Naples) – A lively house concert featuring local favorites The Mustard Tigers performing high-energy music in a distillery setting.
Saturday
Bacon on the Lakein @ Cayuga Lake Wine Trail (Cayuga Lake) – A flavorful weekend wine trail event pairing creative bacon dishes with local wines across multiple Cayuga Lake wineries.
Demo Day in Artist Alley @ The Gallery at South Hill (Ithaca) – Open studios and live demonstrations featuring photography, printmaking, ceramics, weaving, and other hands-on artistic practices.
Spring Seed Sowing Workshop @ The Human Services Complex (Montour Falls) – Learn budget-friendly seed starting techniques and take home seedlings at this hands-on gardening workshop.
Wake Me When I’m Dead - Dinner Theater @ Carey’s Brew House (Corning) - Comedy, dinner, murder, & mystery?!? All that and more when FLX Dinner Theater presents “Wake Me When I’m Dead”. Use code FRIEND26 for $10 off. Tickets available here.
Dino Eggstravaganza @ Museum of the Earth (Ithaca) – A family-friendly spring celebration with dinosaur egg crafts, scavenger hunts, fossils, and hands-on science activities.
The Tinsmith @ Seneca Falls Library (Seneca Falls) – A hands-on historical demonstration exploring the craft of tinsmithing and everyday tinware from the 19th century.
Fairy Fest 2026 @ Downtown Ithaca Commons (Ithaca) – A magical downtown celebration with fairy costumes, crafts, treats, and family-friendly activities across local shops.
Newfield Lions Spring Breakfast @ Newfield Fire Company (Newfield) – A hearty community breakfast fundraiser featuring pancakes, eggs, sausage, and home fries served by the Newfield Lions Club.
Clocks, Bells, and Weathervanes @ Jordan Bramley Library (Jordan) – Discover how historic clocktowers and church bells once warned communities and shaped local life through storytelling and craft.
Saturday Afternoon Bird Talks @ Seneca Meadows Education Center (Waterloo) – Kick off a spring series exploring bald eagles and seasonal birdlife through webcams, presentations, and community discussion.
Sunday
Bound for Glory Live with Low Lily @ Lansing Area Performance Hall (North Lansing) – A lively afternoon of roots, folk, and bluegrass from a polished band with rich harmonies.
Music That Brings Us Together @ Namgyal Monastery Institute of Buddhist Studies (Ithaca) – A full day of shared music, singing, and listening across traditions, celebrating connection and community.
3rd Annual She Shines @ Homer Hops (Cortland) – A lively afternoon market celebrating women entrepreneurs with local art, handcrafted goods, wellness offerings, and community connections.
Grafting Workshop @ CCE-Tompkins Education Center (Ithaca) – Learn the art of tree grafting, explore its history, and create your own heirloom apple tree to take home.
Recurring Events
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Finger Lakes Insider - This isn’t just a longer event list. It’s a curated, month-ahead game plan so you can lock in the fun stuff early, discover gems you’d miss otherwise, and stop last-minute scrambling (and annoying calendar overlaps).
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