THIS WEEKS’ EVENTS
(For more information call (315) 685-0552 or visit
www.skaneateles.com
)
Thru December 22
HOLIDAY: HABAUSA will be open for the Holidays! Store Hours: Tues, Wed
& Fri. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thurs. 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sat. 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. For over 70
years HABA has been inventing high quality toys which reveal a world of fun and learning! A lot
of great gifts for big kids too!!
Tuesday, November 20
CHAMBER EVENT: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Dickens Kick off party at M&T
Bank
. A Special surprise will be given to all of our Dickens Sponsors. The Chamber of Commerce
Foundation’s way to say Thank you to all of our Dickens sponsors. Kick off party is sponsored by
VerizonFios Business Solutions, Anyela’s Vinyards and M&T Bank. Many thanks to Don Agate,
chef at The Krebs for preparing our appetizers!
Wednesday, November 21
TRIVIA: 7:00 PM at Creekside Books & Coffee, 35 Fennell St.
$1.00 per player. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Wednesday, November 21
MUSIC: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Moro’s Table, 1 E. Genesee St.
Auburn. (315) 282-7772. Confirm entertainment by calling Moro’s Table.
Wednesday, November 21
MUSIC: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM at the Oak & Vine at Springside
Inn
, 6141 West Lake Rd. Serving dinner weekly Mon – Thurs. 4:30 – 9:00 PM; Sat 4:30 PM –
10:00 PM; Also serving, Saturday Brunch 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Traditional Springside Sunday
Brunch 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Closed Sunday for Dinner Oct – April. (315) 252-7247. Visit
www.oakandvine.com
for weekly entertainment schedule.
Thursday, November 22
THANKSGIVING DAY: Sherwood Inn (315) 685-3405, Mirbeau Inn
(315) 685-5006 will be serving Thanksgiving Day Dinner. Call early for reservations.
Thursday, November 22 Lake House Pub
, 6 Genesee St. Thanksgiving Day hours: 8:30 AM –
Noon and 7:00 PM to Close!
Thursday, November 22 Johnny Angels
is serving breakfast from 7:00 AM – Noon.
Thursday, November 22
Local Turkey Trot! Gather with friends and family in Clift Park for a
9:00 AM informal run. Donations accepted for the local food pantry!
Friday, November 23
FESTIVAL: Noon. Dickens Christmas World’s Smallest Parade. 12:10 PM
opening ceremonies on the front porch of the Sherwood House (located next door to the
Sherwood Inn).
SKANEATELES SKINNY
SKANEATELES AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEEKLY UPDATE
November 20, 2012
Friday, November 23
MUSIC: 7:30 PM Kristin Gitler & David Goldman at Creekside Books &
Coffee
, 35 Fennell St. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379. www.creeksidebooks.com
Friday & Saturday, November 23 & 24
MOVIE: In The Family. 11/23 @ 1 & 8 PM; 11/24 @
8 PM.
Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St @ Genesee St. (315) 253-6669. Tickets: $5.00
online; $6 at the door.
www.auburnpublictheater.org
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, November 23, 24 & 25
OPEN HOUSE & ANTIQUES SALE: Enjoy
hot cider, goodies & great bargains as you shop for that unique gift! Vintage, collectibles, home
decor & more! Sale continues Nov. 28-Dec. 2. Take Rt. 41A south from Skaneateles 12 mi. to
5963 New Hope Rd. 13118. Tel: 315/497-2688 newhopeantiques.com Visit us on facebook!
Saturday, November 24
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Larry Hoyt. Creekside Books & Coffee,
35 Fennell St. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Saturday, November 24
OPEN HOUSE: 11 AM – 7 PM at Strawberry Fields Hydroponic Farm,
Rt 20. Fresh cut & live Christmas Trees & Wreaths, hot cocoa, cookies, live music, & great gift
ideas too. (315) 751-5657.
Saturday, November 24
WINE LUNCHEON: Inns of Aurora continues its Epicurean Series with
its very local Bet the Farm Wine Luncheon. The lunch will begin with a reception at noon in the
Lakeside Room of the Aurora Inn and includes three paired courses as well as a wine reception.
Cost is $45 plus tax and gratuity.The Aurora Inn is located at 391 Main Street, Aurora, NY
13026. Reservations can be made by calling (315)-364-8888.
Sunday, November 25
MUSIC: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saxophonist John Spillett will perform at
the
Blue Water Grill, 11 W. Genesee St. (315) 685-6600.
Tuesday, November 27
HISTORY: 7:30 PM The Skaneateles Historical Society November
Program – Kihm Winship will talk about not-so-famous but nevertheless fascinating cottagers
who have graced our lake’s shore, including a Chicago political power who always delivered his
ward, a Confederate private who was captured at Fort Fisher and an officer whose wife carried
messages for Jefferson Davis, an attorney whose daughters were pioneering feminists, a society
woman who was sufficiently down-to-earth to rescue four boys whose boat capsized, a man who
gave away 50 acres on the lake when he couldn’t find a buyer, and a woman who invited guests
to her home but didn’t come downstairs to meet them. He will also talk about a famous cottager
said to live here who actually never did, and reveal the truth about Martin Revson and Dr. Joyce
Brothers. The Museum at The Creamery, 28 Hannum St. www.skaneateleshistoricalsociety.org
(315) 685-1360.
Wednesday, November 28
TRIVIA: 7:00 PM at Creekside Books & Coffee, 35 Fennell St.
$1.00 per player. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Wednesday, November 28
MUSIC: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Moro’s Table, 1 E. Genesee St.
Auburn. (315) 282-7772. Confirm entertainment by calling Moro’s Table.
Wednesday, November 28
MUSIC: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM at the Oak & Vine at Springside
Inn
, 6141 West Lake Rd. Serving dinner weekly Mon – Thurs. 4:30 – 9:00 PM; Sat 4:30 PM –
10:00 PM; Also serving, Saturday Brunch 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Traditional Springside Sunday
Brunch 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM and Closed Sunday for Dinner Oct – April. (315) 252-7247. Visit
www.oakandvine.com
for weekly entertainment schedule.
Thursday, November 29
OPEN MIC: 6:30 PM Open Mic Night led by Joanne Perry. Creekside
Books & Coffee
35 Fennell St. (315) 685-0379 or www.creeksidebooks.com Free.
Friday, November 30
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Mike MacDonald. Creekside Books &
Coffee
, 35 Fennell St. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379. www.creeksidebooks.com
Friday, November 30
SKANEATELES SINGS: 6:00 – 7:30 Skaneateles Sings, sponsored by
KeyBank. Gather at the Skaneateles Library where Father Christmas will greet the children. At
6:30, a candle light dedication of the crèche will take place. Christmas caroling to the gazebo
immediately following the dedication with remarks by Mayor Marty Hubbard and announcement
of the coloring contest winners. Reception at United Methodist Church with entertainment for the
children. (315) 685-0552.
Saturday, December 1
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Edgy Folk. Creekside Books & Coffee,
35 Fennell St. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Friday & Saturday, November 30 & December 1
MOVIE: Samsara. 11/30 @ 8 PM, 12/1 @ 1
PM & 8 PM.
Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St @ Genesee St. (315) 253-6669. Advance
online $5.00/person $6.00 at the door.
www.auburnpublictheater.org
Saturdays December 1, 8, 15
HOLIDAY BOOK SALE: Noon – 4:00 PM The Friends of the
Skaneateles Library holiday book sale at the
Skaneateles Library, 49 E. Genesee St. Gently
used books specially selected for holiday gift giving. All proceeds benefit the Skaneateles Library
Assoc.
Sundays, December 2, 9 & 16
HOLIDAY BOOK SALE: Noon – 4:00 PM The Friends of the
Skaneateles Library holiday book sale at the
Skaneateles Library, 49 E. Genesee St. Gently
used books specially selected for holiday gift giving. All proceeds benefit the Skaneateles Library
Assoc.
Saturday, December 1
FAIR: 10 AM – 5 PM. First Presbyterian Church, 97 E. Genesee St.
Lakeside Artistry Holiday Fair.
Sunday, December 2
OPEN HOUSE: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Holiday Open House by the
Skaneateles Historical Society at
The Creamery Museum. Browse the gift shop for unique gifts
and learn all about the History of Skaneateles. Refreshments will be served. (315) 685-1360.
The Creamery Museum is open throughout December on Friday, Saturday & Sunday 1 – 4 PM.
Tuesday, December 4
COOKING CLASS: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Inns of Aurora continues its
cooking class series with Hors d’oeuvres & Cocktails, focusing on show-stopping appetizers and
exquisite cocktails sure to impress.
Aurora Inn’s Lakeside Room, 391 Main St., Aurora. Cost:
$75 per person, plus tax & gratuity. A full list of the Inns of Aurora cooking classes can be seen
at http://innsofaurora.com/food-wine/cooking-classes/. The Aurora Inn is located at 391 Main
Street, Aurora, NY 13026. Reservations can be made by calling (315)-364-8888.
Wednesday, December 5
TRIVIA NIGHT: 7:00 PM Creekside’s Café, 35 Fennell St. (315)
685-0379 or
www.creeksidebooks.com $1.00 admission.
Wednesday, December 5
MUSIC: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Moro’s Table, 1 E. Genesee St.
Auburn. (315) 282-7772. Confirm entertainment by calling Moro’s Table.
Wednesday, December 5
MUSIC: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM at the Oak & Vine at Springside
Inn
, 6141 West Lake Rd. Serving dinner weekly Mon – Thurs. 4:30 – 9:00 PM; Sat 4:30 PM –
10:00 PM; Also serving, Saturday Brunch 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Traditional Springside Sunday
Brunch 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM and Closed Sunday for Dinner Oct – April. (315) 252-7247. Visit
www.oakandvine.com
for weekly entertainment schedule.
Thursday, December 6
OPEN MIC: 6:30 PM Open Mic Night led by Joanne Perry. Creekside’s
Café
35 Fennell St. (315) 685-0379 or www.creeksidebooks.com Free.
Thursday, December 6
HOLIDAY: 4:30 PM Annual “Light up a Life” Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Hoopes Park Gazebo. Caroling by Casey Park & Genesee Elementary School students, light
refreshments in the Hoopes Park Clubhouse before and after the Tree Lighting. Contributions to
“Light up a Life” are made in memory/honor of a loved one or friend. Donations help support
Hospice’s
mission of providing quality end-of-life care in our community. (315) 255-2733.
FIRST FRIDAY IN SKANEATELES: December 7, 2012
Join Skaneateles shops and galleries for an evening of art, artist openings,
Demonstrations, and music from 6 – 9 PM (unless otherwise noted)
May thru December! Don’t forget to have your Dance Card stamped for your chance to enter
into a drawing for a gift basket donated by one of our participating galleries! Maps available at
participating merchants!
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“Inspired Tidings: Annual Holiday Show” at Gallery 54 opens. Inspired Tidings”
features new pieces by Gallery 54 artists that are inspired by the holiday season.
Entertainment by Christopher Molloy and his Electric Blue Harp. Meet the artists and enjoy
refreshments at First Friday at Gallery 54, “Inspired Tidings” runs through December.
Gallery 54 is located at 54 E. Genesee St. and specializes in fine art and craft created by
CNY artists. (315) 685-5470 .www.gallery54cny.com. Hours: Sun – Thurs 10-5, Fri – Sat
10-6.
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Snake Oil Glassworks announces their Annual Holiday Open House. This year the Holiday
open house will be on First Friday. Be their guest for glassblowing demonstrations, holiday
hors d’ ouevres and refreshments. The hot shop will be open for your viewing pleasure
and the gallery store for holiday shopping. Their regular gallery hours are Thursday and
Friday, 12-6 pm, Saturday 10-5 pm and Sunday 11-4 pm. We will have extended store
hours from Monday, December 17th through Monday, December 24th. Please call or check
out the website for details.
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Join Gallery UTD/Unite Two Design for First Friday. UTD creates furniture, jewelry, and
gift items from reclaimed materials, found objects, and flea market finds. This month you
will find unique gift items for the season. As always ; refreshments will be served. Gallery
UTD is located at 37 Fennell Street. (next door to Creekside).
Friday, December 7
MUSIC: 7:30 PM at Creekside’s Books & Coffee, 35 Fennell St. Open to
the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Friday, December 7
FOOD: The Inns of Aurora continues its Epicurean Series with a big band
inspired Prohibition Era Cocktail Party. The swinging evening will begin in the Aurora Inn’s
lakeside speakeasy at 7:00 p.m.—with a live jazz band beginning at 7:30 p.m.—and includes
heavy Hors D’oeuvres and classic, yet approachable, cocktails featuring liquors from the master
mixers at Finger Lakes Distilling. The Inns will be creating house-made elderflower liquor,
lavender simple syrup, and bourbon cherries as well. Cost: $50 plus tax & gratuity per person. A
full list of the Inns of Aurora cooking classes can be seen at http://innsofaurora.com/foodwine/
cooking-classes/. The Aurora Inn is located at 391 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026.
Reservations can be made by calling (315)-364-8888.
Saturday, December 8
MUSIC: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sloppy Joes Creekside Books & Coffee,
35 Fennell St. Open to the public. (315) 685-0379.
www.creeksidebooks.com
Saturday & Sunday, December 8 & 9
OPEN HOUSE: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Snake Oil
Glassworks invites you to be their guest for glassblowing demonstrations, holiday hors d’ouevres
and refreshments. The hot shop will be open for your viewing pleasure and the gallery store for
holiday shopping. Their regular gallery hours are Thursday & Friday, 12-6 pm, Saturday 10-5 pm
and Sunday 11-4 pm. We will have extended store hours from Monday, December 17th through
Monday, December 24th. Please call or check out the website for details.
MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
VILLAGE HISTORIAN TO RETIRE
Pat Blackler, who has been Village Historian since 1996, is retiring as of December 31, 2012. Over
the past 16 years, Pat has spent countless hours researching and educating people on the history of our
community. She is always eager to help others discover the history of their home or family in Skaneateles.
For many years she has helped give tours to 4th graders who love to hear her stories. While we will still
be seeing her at
The Museum at The Creamery, we wish to publicly thank her for being such a valuable
resource to our museum and to the entire community.
Please join us at our Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 2, to help honor Pat. There will be
a special presentation at 2:00. Stop by and help us celebrate Pat’s retirement. If you cannot attend,
please feel free to drop her a card or email.
Victory Sports Enterprises LLC Lighting Variance Public Hearing Continuation has been rescheduled. The
board has extended the public comment period until December 3, 2012. They welcome letters & emails.
Happy 20
th Anniversary Imagine! Congratulations Joe Panzarella, family and staff. Stop in and say
“Happy Anniversary” to the staff and receive a 20% discount on all items through Thanksgiving!
Are you are a small company that would like to celebrate the holidays like Big companies? The
Hilton
Garden Inn Auburn
is providing you with the opportunity! The Hilton Inn, is opening its Vineyard
Ballroom for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a buffet featuring fresh local cuisine, and fun local
entertainment by Los Blancos. Cost: $60.00 per person including taxes and service charge. Contact Sara
Cowhig at (315) 252-5511.
www.auburn.hgi.com
Order your Holiday Wreath –
Fleur-de-lis Florist is taking orders for your Holiday Wreaths. The price will
remain at $39.95 for these street size wreaths despite the rising costs of the product over the last few
years. This years ribbon is gorgeous red velvet with a glitzy green stripe. They will be hung up by Richard
at Fleur-de-lis Florist and you can remove it at your leisure. Please call 685-3484 to place your order. We
will be calling everyone over the next couple of weeks, it would be great to inform your staff as to not to
have to repeat recalling. Thanks, Sandra Schmidt
Looking for the perfect hostess gift for your next holiday party or get-together? You will find the perfect
gift at
1st National Gifts, 2 E. Genesee St. Some suggestions of gifts that can be found at 1st National
Gifts are: Chilled wine bags, decorative candles, Beatrice Ball serve ware, unique cutting boards, cheese
mice for labeling, flour sack dish cloths & name holders are just a few ideas for you. (315) 685-5454 or
info@firstnationalgifts.com online at www.firstnationalgifts.com
SECNY Credit Unions
are running a special promotion “Fifties For Fun!” through December 31, 2012
where anyone who uses one of their branch ATMs could get a surprise $50 bill in their cash. Questions call
any branch or Skaneateles branch at (315) 554-8070.
Baltimore Woods Nature Center
is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus
Hours: Interpretive Center is open M-F 9am-4pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, closed on Sundays.
The hiking trails and parking are free and open every day from dawn to dusk. Visit their website for more
information at
www.baltimorewoods.org (315) 673-1350. November programs: 11/17 Star Party.
December programs:
SALES:
OFFICE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE:
Two file cabinets, both in good condition. Four drawer lateral file
cabinet. 36” wide by 18” deep by 52-1/2” high $50.00; Two drawer file cabinet 16-1/4” deep by 15” wide
by 28” high $20.00 Call Linda Cline, Halo Branded Solutions. (W) 685-1725, (C) 729-9485 or email
linda.cline@halo.com
$5.00 SUSHI all day every Tuesday at
Blue Water Grill, 11 W. Genesee St. (315) 685-6600.
Taco Tuesday at
The Garage located at 28 Jordan Street. Choice of three different tacos (beef, turkey or
fish). Festive music & decorations in a fun friendly family atmosphere. All meats are local hormone free.
Also serving Margaritas and Mojito! (315) 685-6116. Available for Lunch or Dinner. Dine in or take out
available.
www.joespastagarage.com
$3.00 Burgers all day every Thursday at
Johnny Angels, 22 Jordan St! (315) 685-0100.
COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE FOR LEASE/RENT/SALE:
Outside the Box Business Solutions
announces conference room facility rental now available at their
location at
37 Fennell Street, Skaneateles. Convenient, pleasant facilities for your ¼, ½, or full day
meetings. Email
info@otbbs.net for more information.
Charming historic village building located at
9 E. Genesee St. two floors approx 1850 sf (subdivided)
Prime Main Street location for retail, office and/or restaurant. Finished interior includes kitchenette, two
bathrooms, ample closet & dry basement storage, handicap access to the first floor, original banister,
beautiful southern exposure. Two tenant parking spaces included, & huge municipal lot for patrons located
directly behind the building. Heavy foot & car traffic. Brokers welcome. For more information please call
(802) 825-6112 or email
9e.genesee@gmail.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 co-op. 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
Salvation Army bell ringers are still needed. Please contact the Chamber Office at (315) 685-0552 or
csearing@skaneateles.com to sign up for an hour or two.
REOCCURING EVENTS:
John D. Barrow Art Gallery
is now open Thursday & Friday 11 AM – 4 PM or by appointment. Private
tours are available by appointment. Call (315) 685-5135. Visit the Gallery online at
www.barrowgallery.org.
Skaneateles Historical Society’s Museum at the Creamery
is open on Fridays 1-4 pm, or by
appointment November 1 – Thanksgiving. During Dickens, the Museum will be open Friday, Saturday &
Sunday from 1-4 PM. Looking for a gift? Visit the Creamery Gift Shop, featuring many historical and
Skaneateles themed items, 28 Hannum St. (315) 685-1360. Online, visit
www.skaneateleshistoricalsociety.org
.
Thru December 21
Beginning November 5, Baltimore Woods Weeks Art Gallery will feature the works of
over 25 local artists. The exhibit includes watercolors by Susi Buschbacher, Judy Hand, Jill Newton, Bob
Ripley and Nancy Scanlon, oil paintings by Barbara Bratt, Karen Burns and Hetty Easter, gouache by Chris
Baker, and pastels by Barbara Delmonico and Ruth Anne Reagan, among many others. The exhibit also
showcases jewelry by Deborah Laun, in addition to photography and sculptures. The majority of the
artwork is for sale, featuring unique gifts just in time for the holidays. Many pieces depict local images and
scenes.
Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. Hours:
Interpretive Center is open M-F 9am-4pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, closed Sundays. The hiking trails and
parking are free and open every day from dawn to dusk.
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 Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday
entertainment at Lake House Pub. (315) 554-9194 or
www.lakehousepub.com
for music schedule. Daily hours Noon – 2 AM.
Every Friday & Saturday
Thomas Barr (acoustic guitar) 9 PM – Midnight at the Blue Water Grill, 11 W.
Genesee St. (315) 685-6600.
Every Saturday
9:00 PM Live entertainment at the Cedar House Bowling Lane bar (315) 685-5117.
Every Sunday
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Live entertainment at the Sherwood Inn, 26 W. Genesee St. (315)
685-3405.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Candace Searing
Administrative/Staff 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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