You've probably heard of the Cornell chicken recipe. You might not know there's a marker in Lansing for the man behind it all, Bob Baker. He developed the recipe and the cooking method to support fundraising by community groups.
On top of local food lore, there’s a food-based fundraiser in the same area coming up (check out the "Quick Hits" section) and the Quarterly snail mail has a chicken recipe of its own.
Oh, and don't forget to thank Mr. Baker the next time you have a chicken nugget. He invented those too.
📮 QUARTERLY UPDATE 📮
The first-ever Finger Lakes Effect Quarterly is nearly halfway sold out.
And the Quarterly is getting an upgrade. Since it’s a quarterly, how about a look ahead and big events, annual happenings, and special occasions over the next three months?
Add that to everything else, and now I just need to make sure the envelopes can still close.
Sneak peek at a test page!
🔔 QUICK HITS 🔔
Fellow reader Tim, won a free copy of Factory Stories by Harry Littell. Tim and many others correctly answered last week’s quiz about the plane built at what is now Southworks during WWI. The launch event takes place this week on Thursday, see events below for details. Thanks to everyone who participated!
Genoa in 3D - This one is more than an event, so I wanted to share some details here. Thanks to Ivan at the Northville Arts Center for reaching out and sharing this! Vince Slaugh built the exhibit in collaboration with the Genoa Historical Association. Put on a pair of the 3D glasses they hand out and you're looking at Genoa through stereoviews from the 1870s and 1880s.
Feast For The Future - Farm To Feast is prepping for their next steps and they want you in on it Thursday, August 13th!
Here’s what’s going down:
🎶 Live music
✨ Drag performances
🎧 A DJ to keep the party going
🍽️ An all-you-can-eat feast, featuring the incredible local ingredients we love from our favorite farms and butchers.
Speaking of food and good times, Dinner Club in Watkins Glen was a blast! Thanks to everyone who came out, and I loved the feedback. Lots of new ideas to think over (post dinner dancing, or chef’s table, anyone?). August and September Dinner Club locations have been posted, check them out and register here.
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Graft Wine + Cider Bar - Rave reviews from Dinner Club attendees in Watkins Glen this past week! Locally sourced New York cuisine with a wine and cider list to match.
The Quarterly - The first Finger Lakes Effect Quarterly snail mail with recipe card, sticker, local sights, and more. 100 total editions. When they’re gone, they’re gone.
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📅 EVENTS 📅
Top Picks
Fillmore Days @ Fillmore Glen State Park (Moravia - Saturday)
Beethoven Under the Stars with Garrick Ohlsson @ Robinson Pavilion at Anyela's Vineyard (Skaneateles - Saturday)
Pageant of Steam @ Canandaigua (Canandaigua - Wednesday to Saturday)
Wednesday, August 5
Square Dancing at IFM @ Ithaca Farmers Market (Ithaca) – A welcoming community square dance featuring live music, raffle prizes, refreshments, and no experience or partner required.
Deadgrass @ Lincoln Hill Farms (Canandaigua) – A spirited string-band concert exploring Jerry Garcia’s musical legacy through bluegrass, jamgrass, and seasoned musicianship.
Outlet 111 Book Club @ Outlet 111 – Waterfront Craft Cocktail & Wine Bar (Penn Yan) – A welcoming book discussion exploring friendship, loss, and second chances through Shelby Van Pelt’s heartwarming novel.
Forge the Gorge Trail Race @ Fillmore Glen State Park (Moravia) – A scenic gorge trail race offering three-mile and eight-mile courses, followed by a celebratory pizza party.
The Garcia Project Band @ Prison City North Street Brewery (Auburn) – A lively tribute concert celebrating Jerry Garcia’s music alongside food trucks and a festive Shakedown gathering.
Pageant of Steam @ Canandaigua (Canandaigua) – A sprawling outdoor showcase of historic operating farm machinery, tractor pulls, crafts, flea-market finds, and daily activities. August 5th - 8th.
Summer Movies at REGAL (SMX) – $1 Family Movies @ Arnot Mall (Horseheads) – Enjoy affordable family movie favorites on the big screen with weekly kid-friendly films throughout the summer.
Thursday, August 6
Science on the Lawn @ Hazard Library (Poplar Ridge) – Interactive outdoor science sessions bring cosmic dust, fossils, wildlife, chemistry, and hands-on discovery to curious young minds.
Summer Art Camp @ Main Street Arts (Clifton Springs) – A welcoming three-day workshop series where children explore collage, printmaking, sculpture, and creative self-expression.
Factory Stories Book Launch @ FOUND in Ithaca (Ithaca) – A photography-rich book launch preserving personal stories and memories from Ithaca’s former Morse Chain manufacturing facility.
The Power of Water: Downtown Six Mile Creek Walking Tour @ The History Center in Tompkins County (Ithaca) – A guided creekside walk exploring the mills, industries, infrastructure, and disasters that shaped early Ithaca.
Music in the Park @ Myers Park (Lansing) – A lively outdoor concert series featuring local bands, lakeside scenery, and relaxed Thursday evening fun.
Whispering Angel Wine Pairing Dinner @ Rose Tavern (Canandaigua) – An intimate multi-course dinner pairing seasonal cuisine with celebrated Château d'Esclans rosés and expert insights.
Friday, August 7
KidsFest: Imani Winds & Andy Akiho: Sound Out! @ Mandana Barn (Skaneateles) – A playful musical journey exploring wind instruments and steel pan sounds with Grammy-winning performers.
Atlas Live @ Treleaven Wines (King Ferry) – A high-energy outdoor concert pairing live music with local wine, craft beverages, and scenic garden surroundings.
Brew at the Zoo: 30th Anniversary @ Rosamond Gifford Zoo (Syracuse) – A festive evening of craft drinks, live music, food trucks, zoo animals, auctions, and summer fun.
Bearly Dead @ Lincoln Hill Farms (Canandaigua) – A high-energy Grateful Dead tribute featuring classic favorites, deep cuts, spontaneous improvisation, and exploratory jams.
The Importance of Being Earnest @ Kitchen Theatre Company (Ithaca) – A sparkling 1920s update of Oscar Wilde’s witty farce about mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, through August 16, 2026.
Robin & Linda Williams @ Night Eagle Cafe (North Lansing) – A treasured folk duo blending bluegrass, old-time, acoustic country, thoughtful lyrics, and decades of musical chemistry.
41st Aeros’ Festival of Giants @ 247 Airport Road (Binghamton) – A soaring festival showcasing giant-scale model aircraft, skilled pilots, impressive demonstrations, and aviation community spirit.
Saturday, August 8
Fillmore Days @ Fillmore Glen State Park (Moravia) – A lively family festival featuring bathtub races, scavenger hunts, contests, music, vendors, food, and playful outdoor fun.
Cosmic Smashbooking @ The Whimsy Mercantile (Virgil) – A relaxed creative workshop blending oracle cards, junk journaling, collage, sculpture, and intuitive artistic exploration.
Habitat for Humanity’s Pints for a Purpose @ Latitude 42 Taphouse (Horseheads) – A community fundraiser pairing self-pour drinks with support for affordable housing and a gift basket drawing.
Family Forest Bathing @ Baltimore Woods Nature Center (Marcellus) – A playful, mindful forest experience helping families slow down, engage their senses, and connect with nature.
Jeremiah Craig Live @ Scout Vineyards (Penn Yan) – A relaxing afternoon of folk music, original storytelling, Finger Lakes wine, and scenic vineyard views.
Concert – Jenna Buck @ Eldridge Park (Elmira) – A soulful summer performance featuring Jenna Buck’s intimate, stripped-down acoustic music on the Hilliard Family Stage.
Roc Street @ Seneca Stag Brewing (Penn Yan) – A lively evening of live music from Roc Street paired with local brews and relaxed lakeside vibes.
Beethoven Under the Stars with Garrick Ohlsson @ Robinson Pavilion at Anyela's Vineyard (Skaneateles) – A stirring open-air concert featuring Beethoven masterworks, Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst, and acclaimed pianist Garrick Ohlsson.
Zach Top: Cold Beer & Country Music Tour 2026 @ Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center: CMAC (Canandaigua) – Rising country star Zach Top brings traditional honky-tonk sound and modern country hits to an energetic live concert.
Infrared Radiation Orchestra LIVE @ Two Goats Brewing (Hector) – Experience psychedelic rock with vintage guitar tones and theremin sounds during an energetic live brewery performance.
Sunday, August 9
How to Taste Cider – A Guided Journey into the World of Cider @ South Hill Cider (Ithaca) – A guided tasting workshop exploring cider’s flavors, structure, production, and professional appreciation with a certified pommelier.
Craft Show @ The Shoppes At Oldies But Goodies (Elmira) – Browse handcrafted goods, meet local artisans, and enjoy a relaxed community shopping event featuring unique handmade creations.
Pilates Pop-Up @ Abandon Brewing Company (Penn Yan) – Refresh your weekend with an energizing Pilates session set against the scenic backdrop of a Finger Lakes brewery.
Summer Sundays Music Series – ft. Cameron Markott @ Wagner Vineyards (Lodi) – Relax with live music from Cameron Markott while enjoying scenic vineyard views and a laid-back Finger Lakes afternoon.
Milestone @ Abandon Brewing Company (Penn Yan) – Enjoy an afternoon of live music, craft beverages, and scenic vineyard views with a performance by Milestone.
Blues Traveler/Gin Blossoms with Spin Doctors @ Constellation Brands–Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC) (Canandaigua) – Three iconic rock bands share the stage for an evening packed with nostalgic hits and high-energy live performances.
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See you out there!
Thanks for being part of the Finger Lakes Effect.
Adam Moody
