SKANEATELES SKINNY
THIS WEEKS’ EVENTS
(For more events visit www.skaneateles.com)
Thru Saturday, March 3
OPEN HOUSE: One year anniversary celebration at First Niagara
Bank (Fairmount branch),
3413 W. Genesee St, Syracuse. Stop in for treats and surprises
and meet branch manager Debbie Cole.
Tuesday, February 28
CHAMBER: Professional Services Committee invite you to the
Speaker Series featuring Brian Sheehan from Syracuse University who will be speaking about
online communications. Make your reservation today by calling the chamber office at 685-0552.
Payment can be made at the door. Checks payable to Skaneateles Chamber. $20 for Chamber
Members, and $25 for non-chamber members. Ticket includes one free drink and appetizers.
Wednesday, February 29
MUSIC: 7:30 PM. Stevie Tombstone at Springside Inn, 6141 West
Lake Rd.
www.oakandvine.com (315) 252-7247
Wednesday, February 29
FOOD & WINE: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cooking class with Moroccan
Cuisine….! Prepared by Joelle at
Joelle’s French Bistro, 4423 State St. Rd. Enjoy a true
Moroccan style evening with a 3 course dinner and wine pairing. Space is limited. Visit
www.joellesfrenchbistro.com
for more information and reservations.
Wednesday, February 29
TRIVIA NIGHT: 7:00 PM Creekside Trivia Night at Creekside Books
& Coffeehouse
, 35 Fennell St. (315) 685-0379 or www.creeksidebooks.com. $1.00 admission
per person.
Wednesday, February 29
MUSIC: 7:30 PM. Stevie Tombstone at Springside Inn, 6141 West
Lake Rd.
www.oakandvine.com (315) 252-7247
Thursday, March 1
OPEN MIC: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Open Mic Night with Joanne Perry.
Creekside Coffeehouse
, 35 Fennell St. (315) 685-0379 or www.creeksidebooks.com Free
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, March 1 – 4
EVENT: The CNY in Bloom Show will take
place at the SRC Events Center located on the OCC Campus, 4585 W. Seneca Trnpk., Syracuse.
Hours: 3/1 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; 3/2 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; 3/3 from 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
and 3/4 from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Look for the artists from
Skaneateles Artisans. They will
all be located in The Artist Garden at the show. Stop by for a glimpse of spring!
www.cnyblooms.com
Friday, March 1- – Sunday, March 19
EVENT: Irish Spring Cleaning Sale at Gallery 54 Here
is how it works: Artists bring in pieces that have minor imperfections and sell them at marked
down prices. These pieces will be labeled with shamrocks and located throughout the shop. This
is an opportunity to acquire beautiful pieces of fine art and craft at very affordable prices. Stop
in for this special sale of locally created fine art and craft at Gallery 54, 54 E. Genesee St. Open
daily 11-5 and closed on Tuesdays.
www.gallery54cny.com (315) 685-5470
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 2, 3, 4 –
Skaneateles Savors SU Basketball. See
attached for details and all the specials at local businesses. GO SU!
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 1, 2, 3, 4
SCHOOL PLAY: Skaneateles High
School
Drama Club presents Phantom of the Opera. March 1, 2, 3 @ 7:30 PM; March 4 @ 2
PM. For tickets call 291-2231
Friday, March 2
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Cold River Rounders at Creekside Books &
Coffee
, 35 Fennell St. Free & open to the public. (315) 685-0379. www.creeksidebooks.com
Friday, March 2
FIRST FRIDAY (limited): 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Join Snake Oil Glassworks for
their First Friday Glassblowing Demonstration. As green seems to be the color of March, they will
be making their own special absinthe glasses and the green fairy will be in attendance.
Questions (315) 685-5091
www.snakeoilglassworks.com.
Friday, March 2
BUSINESS SEMINAR: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Empire State Development, the
state’s economic development department, is hosting a FREE seminar for those small
businesses interested in doing business with NYS government, presented at OCC, Whitney
Applied Technology Center, Room 102 – 103, 4585 W. Seneca Trnpk., Syracuse. No need to
register – walk-ins are welcome. Call Carolyn May at (315) 435-3770 for more information.
Friday, March 2
ENTERTAINMENT: 7:30 PM International guitar duo, Loren & Mark Live at the
Borodino Grange Hall! Limited seating call (315) 685-0584. Tickets: $15.00/person or Two for
$25.00.
Friday, March 2
WINTER FESTIVAL: 5 PM – 10 PM IGNITE THE WINTER in Downtown Auburn.
Visit
www.ignitethewinter.com for a complete listing of the schedule and follow updates on
http://www.facebook.com/#!/ignitecny.
Friday & Saturday, March 2 & 3
MOVIE: What I Want My Words To Do To You. 3/2 @ 1PM &
8 PM; 3/3 at 8 PM.
Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St @ Genesee St. (315) 253-6669.
Advance online $5.00/person
www.auburnpublictheater.org $6.00 at the door.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, March 2, 3, 4
CHAMBER EVENT: “Skaneateles Savours SU
Basketball”. See attached for specials.
Saturday, March 3
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Edgy Folk at Creekside Books & Coffee, 35
Fennell St. Free & open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Saturday, March 3
MUSIC: 9:00 PM Johnny Rage – Playing Classic Rock at the Cedar House
Bowling Center
, 813 W. Genesee St., Rd. (315) 685-5117.
Sunday March 4
MUSIC: 4:00 PM MasterWorks Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Dan Larson
and Kip Coerper, will perform Gabriel Faure’s “Requiem” and “Cantique de Jean Racine” along
with Benjamin Britten”s Festival Cantata, “Rejoice in the Lamb”. This performance will be held at
St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 15 Clark St., Auburn. Musicians from Symphony Syracuse
will accompany. Tickets will be offered at the door. Adults-$15.00, Seniors (55 and older) and
students-$12.00. More information is available at 315-530-2074 or at
www.masterworkschoralecny.org
. Support provided by a grant from the Cultural Arts Resources
Council and the New York State Council on the Arts.
Monday, March 5 – April 30
ART EXHIBIT: at the Weeks Art Gallery, at Baltimore Woods,
4007 Bishop Hill Rd. Open: Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 4 PM; Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM. Three
artists working in very different mediums are united by their shared reference to the natural
world. Featuring the works of: Sharon Bottle Souva, Fabric handworks; Wesley Weiss, ceramics;
Jill Newton, Watercolors.
www.baltimorewoods.org No admission and free parking.
Tuesday, March 6
COOKING CLASS: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Aurora Inn, 391 Main Street, Aurora
offers a knife skills cooking class. Learn proper techniques on using a knife in the kitchen. Cost:
$65.00/person; $85.00/person and you keep your knife. For questions and reservations contact
Meryl Davis (315) 364-8862 or
mdavis@aurora-inn.com
Wednesday, March 7
TRIVIA NIGHT: 7:00 PM Creekside Trivia Night at Creekside Books &
Coffeehouse
, 35 Fennell St. (315) 685-0379 or www.creeksidebooks.com. $1.00 admission per
person.
Wednesday, March 7
MUSIC: 7:30 PM. Kevin Barrigar at Springside Inn, 6141 West Lake Rd.
www.oakandvine.com
(315) 252-7247
Thursday, March 8
OPEN MIC: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Open Mic Night with Joanne Perry.
Creekside Coffeehouse
, 35 Fennell St. (315) 685-0379 or www.creeksidebooks.com Free
Friday, March 9
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Butternut Creek at Creekside Books & Coffee,
35 Fennell St. Free & open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Friday & Saturday, March 9 & 10
MOVIE: The Way. 3/9 @ 1PM & 8 PM; 3/10 at 8 PM.
Auburn Public Theater
, 8 Exchange St @ Genesee St. (315) 253-6669. Advance online
$5.00/person
www.auburnpublictheater.org $6.00 at the door.
Saturday, March 10
MUSIC: 9:00 PM TJ Sacco & the Urban Cowboys – Playing Today’s
Country at the
Cedar House Bowling Center, 813 W. Genesee St., Rd. (315) 685-5117.
Saturday, March 10
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Milkweeds. at Creekside Books & Coffee, 35
Fennell St. Free & open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Saturday, March 10
MUSIC: The Dean Brothers. Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St @
Genesee St. (315) 253-6669.
www.auburnpublictheater.org
Thursday, March 15
HOLIDAY: St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Celebration at Stella Maris, 130 E.
Genesee St. Celebrate this special “wearing of the green” Feast! Enjoy an authentic Irish meal
prepared by Chef Brian Renk! Entertainment provided by professional harpist Gail Lyons! Dinner
served at 6:00 PM followed by entertainment. Offering: $25.00 per person. (315) 685-6836
MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Auburn YMCA-WEIU and the Skaneateles YMCA
has reached the 10,000 member mark!
The Auburn and Skaneateles YMCA has reached a major milestone-a combined
membership of over 10,000 members! Both Y’s will celebrate this milestone with special week
long activities that will include drawings and healthy foods.
Part of the growth in membership is due to the value a YMCA membership offers. Did you
know that the Y offers inclusive classes such as Zumba, group cycling, hospitality hours, free
babysitting, reciprocity with over 27 other CNY YMCA’s and free swim lessons for any child in the
community age 7.
For more information about becoming a Y-member, call the Auburn YMCA at (315) 253-5304 or
the Skaneateles Y MCA at (315) 685-2266
Congratulations to Skaneateles Chamber Member,
10 Fitch Bed & Breakfast in Auburn, NY for
having been chosen by our readers as North America’s “Best place to stay for nearby Outlet
Malls” for 2012. This unique B&B has earned one of the industry’s most prestigious award!
10 Fitch
is an ultimate bed and breakfast destination for any traveler in search of an
unforgettable, unique experience. With excellent attention to detail, our member innkeepers
serve their guests with extraordinary care, creating a memorable experience for travelers.
http://www.lanierbb.com/inns/bb2344.html
www.innkeeper@10fitch.com (315) 255-0934
Join
Yankee Clipper as they help the St. Baldrick’s Foundation Raise funds to help Conquer
Kids’ Cancer! There are several ways that you can help: Buy a raffle tickets for a chance to win
great prizes. Sponsor one of the Yankee Clipper Stylists for the day of the shave. Donate some
cash for a good cause! On March 25th join Yankee Clipper at Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub &
Restaurant. Event starts at 11:00 AM.
The Athenaeum
is holding a contest! “Where’s the Athenaeum NOW!” Be the first to spot the
model Athenaeum Gingerbread House and receive a Skaneateles Chamber of Commerce Gift
Certificate. Look for the Golden Ticket – remove and call the telephone number listed to claim
your award.
Fleur-de-lis Florist
is closed through Sunday, March 4th. Re-opening on Monday, March 5th.
Sherwood Inn
, 26 W. Genesee St. will be closed Monday, March 5 – Wednesday, March 7 for
minor renovations and repairs and will reopen for lunch service on Thursday, March 8
th.
St. James Church
will be hosting a St. Baldrick’s head shaving event to battle childhood
cancer on March 18
th. This is an event for the whole community. More information about the
event can be found at
www.stbaldricks.org
Poster Contest:
Lockwood Lavendar Farm annual Finger Lakes Lavendar Festival is seeking
original art work to be used as the official poster for the Finger Lakes Lavender Festival 2012 to
be held July 14 & 15. The winning artist will receive: $100 cash prize; featured in Plank Road
Magazine; copy of finished poster & tee shirt; artwork & artist biography will be displayed at
Lockwood Farm; opportunity to a poster signing during the Lavendar Festival; featured on the
lavender festival website. Deadline for submission is April 20, 2012. More information can be
found at
www.fingerlakeslavenderfestival.blogspot.com (315) 685-5369
Anyela’s Vineyards,
2433 W. Lake Rd. Winter hours: Thursday – Sunday Noon to 5:00 PM
(315) 685-3797.
Save the date: Wednesday, May 2, 2012 for the annual Boypower Dinner presents Kathryn H.
Ruscitto, President and Chief Executive Officer, St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center as this year’s
Distinguished Citizen Honoree. For more information contact John Paddock, Sunrise Rotary
Club. (315) 685-9511.
Skaneateles Country Club
offers play day program. One of the many benefits of joining the
Skaneateles Country Club is their play day program for your children or grandchildren. Camp
runs Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s, and Thursday’s July 10th -August 16th, 2012!! For information
on joining the Skaneateles Country Club call Jim Fields at 685-5759.
SALES:
½ off Facials throughout the Month of March with a service of $20.00 or more. Featuring an
Aveda Enbrightenment facial (reduces appearance of dark spots and improves skin clarity) at
Hairtique Salon & Day Spa, 20 E. Genesee St. Open Tuesday – Saturday. (315) 685-7303
www.hairtique-salon-dayspa.com
20% off all Bella Notte special orders through March 15 at
Elan Interiors Home Boutique, 37
Fennell St. (315) 685-554-8051 online,
www.elaninteriordesign.com
February is “VALENTINE”S MONTH”! We have many specials, the most popular being …BUY A
LARGE 2-topping PIZZA & GET A MEDIUM PIZZA FOR $2 !! Visit
Valentine’s Pizza & Deli, 18
W. Genesee St. for all the Valentine specials for February. (315) 685-8804
$2.00 Cup of Chili all day every Tuesday at
Johnny Angels, 22 Jordan St. (315) 685-0100.
$3.00 Burgers all day every Thursday at
Johnny Angels, 22 Jordan St! (315) 685-0100.
Sherwood Inn
February dining coupons (buy one, get one free), Sherwood Bucks ($10 off any
order of $50 or more) and winter lodging specials are now available. Restrictions do apply. visit
www.thesherwoodinn.com
for all of the details. (315) 685-3405.
Enjoy great food and your favorite wine. Bring your favorite bottle of wine to the Oak & Vine at
the
Springside Inn, 6141 West Lake Rd, Auburn and the Corkage fee will be waived. Mondays
only! (315) 252-8463 or
www.oakandvine.com for reservations. Serving: M – F 4:30 – 10 PM;
Sat Noon – 10 PM; Sun. 1 PM – 8 PM.
Professional Office Space Available for Lease
Newly renovated office space just east of the Village of Skaneateles located at The Trolley Bldg.
384 SF of private space with shared amenities including conference room, kitchenette
and facilities. $1,000 per month includes all utilities, Fios Internet, security system and
free parking. Build-outs available to fit your needs.
Contact: Robert O. Eggleston @ 315-685-8144 or Bob@Roeggleston.com
Mixed Use (Retail, Office, Residential Condos) property available. Available Sq Ft – Office or
Retail Space #1- 880 Sq Ft $1250.00/month; located
at The Old Stone Mill, 3 Fennell St. This
strategically located, Class A office building in a fundamentally strong office market. Tenants
include Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Nixon Peabody LLP and The Skaneateles Artisans. For
further information on this property please contact J. Nicholas Slottje at (617) 939-6609.
Professional Office Space available at
Custom Business Services coop. Excellent opportunity
for small business to get all the benefits that a larger businesses enjoy without all the overhead
(Reception area, upscale conference room, professional presentation/training room, kitchen
access, free parking, etc). Interested persons contact Kim Manrow at (315) 258-8780.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The
Skaneateles Chamber Foundation along with Laker Limo and the Skaneateles YMCA
and Community Center
are considering holding a Duck Derby (similar to the duck derby event
that the Auburn and the Martisco Lions Club does). We are looking for people to assist on the
committee to organize this event. If you would be interested in helping please call Randy
Stockweather at (315) 685-3908. It is going to be lots of fun. Things we need help with are:
selling tickets, PR, sponsorships, numbering the ducks, and entertainment. The event would be
held during the Curbstone Festival Weekend in July.
Skaneateles Chamber
membership council, join now. Call Patti Hall at 685-8316
REOCCURING EVENTS:
Thru April
John D. Barrow Art Gallery is open Thursday and Friday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Private tours by appointment (315) 685-5135. Visit the Gallery online at
www.barrowgallery.org.
Thru April
The Creamery Museum, 28 Hannum St., will be open Fridays, 1:00 – 4:00 PM, or
as always, by appointment. (315) 685-1360. Looking for a Holiday gift, visit the new Gift Shop
at the Creamery featuring many historical and Skaneateles themed gifts.
Beginning Monday, January 2 – February 29
ART EXHIBIT:Baltimore Woods Nature
Center
Weeks Art Gallery is pleased to present The Influence of Strata, an exhibit and sale of
mixed media collage by Syracuse artist Diana Godfrey in the Weeks Art Gallery, 4007 Bishop Hill
Road, Marcellus, NY this collection of work is open to the public during regular business hours:
M-F 9am-4pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. There is no admission charge to the gallery, and
parking is free.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
- Mass at 9:00 AM with Father McGrath at Stella
Maris
, 130 E. Genesee St. (315) 685-6836
First Wednesday of the month
Peregrine Homecare Services holds an Alzheimer’s Support
Group on the 1st Wed. of each month at The Athenaeum, 150 E. Genesee St. from 6:00 – 7:30
PM. Caregivers are welcome to bring their loved one to the Athenaeum for dinner and activity at
the same time for a reprieve during the meeting. (315) 685-5170
Every Wednesday & Thursday
Friends of Hospice Thrift Shop, located in Willard Chapel,17
Nelson St., room #7. Wednesdays – Open Noon – 4 PM; Thursdays – Open 10 AM – 2 PM. The
shop also accepts donations during these hours. Acceptable donations include: small items of
furniture, gently used, seasonal women’s, men’s and children’s brand name clothing, home
décor, antiques and collectibles. For more information about the Hospice Thrift Shop or any
questions about the work of Hospice, please call the Hospice office at (315) 255-2733.
Every Saturday
9:00 PM Live entertainment at the Cedar House Bowling Lane bar (315)
685-5117.
Every Sunday
4 – 7 PM Live entertainment at the Sherwood Inn, 26 W. Genesee St. (315)
685-3405
Have a great week!
Candace Searing
Administrative Specialist
Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce
csearing@skaneateles.com
http://www.skaneateles.com
(315) 685-0552
P.O. Box 199
22 Jordan Street
Skaneateles, NY 13152
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