CAYUGA COUNTY OFFICE OF TOURISM 131 GENESEE STREET AUBURN, NY 13021 315-255-1658

The Cayuga County Office of Tourism is open from 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday.
January 29th – March 18th – Both Ends of the Rainbow – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. This annual exhibition will feature over 1,000 works of art by local students and senior citizens from Cayuga County. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
February 8th – May 5th – “Stepping Out: Dancing in Cayuga County”. Cayuga Museum of History & Art, 203 Genesee St., Auburn. The exhibit explores social, folk and the fine art of dance as well as showcases our local dance schools and studios. www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum 315-253-8051
March 9th & 10th – “The Way” – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Martin Sheen plays an ophthalmologist named Tom, whose only son, Daniel (Emilio Estevez), dies in severe weather in the Pyrenees while trying to walk the Way of St. James. Tom goes to retrieve his son’s body and ends up walking the pilgrimage himself, along with 4 fellow travelers. The beauty of the movie is that Emilio Estevez, writer/director, does not make explicit what any of them find, beyond friendship. He lets these four fine actors convey that true personal transformations are not announced with fanfare, but happen internally. 3/10, 1 & 8pm, 3/11 8pm. Tickets $5 online, $6 at the door. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669.
March 10th – The Dean Brothers – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. The legendary SAMMY Hall of Fame American Band brings their original and cover music to Auburn Public Theater’s Main Stage. Known for their wonderful classic Rock ‘n Roll, as well as their Beach Boys harmonies. Tickets $16, 8pm. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669.
March 10th – Annual Youth Fair – Fingerlakes Mall, 1579 Clark St. Rd., Auburn. Annual Youth Fair with the Boy Scouts’ Pinewood Derby and the Girl Scouts’ cookie-eating contest. 10am – 2pm. www.fingerlakesmall.com 315-255-1188

March 10th – “Tracing Your Civil War Ancestors” – Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum & Dr. Joseph F. Karpinski Education Center, 6880 E. Lake Rd., Auburn. Presentation by Susan Greenhagen Historian for Village of Morrisville and expert on the Civil War and Civil War Research. Sue will provide ways for people to find ancestors who served in the Civil War. Refreshments served. 2-4pm. www.cayuganet.org/agmuseum 315-252-1446
March 11th – APT Family Hour Series – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. 2pm. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
March 11th – Balloon Art and Juggling – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. 1-3pm: Witness the art of typing balloons as Laurie Michelman transforms these inflatable wonders into animals, flowers, and other creations. Learn the basics of juggling with scarves, tennis balls and more with Luke Petrosino. 1-4:30pm. Families will use balloons to make reative and fun art projects. $5/family. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
March 11th – Cornell University Klezmer Ensemble – Willard Memorial Chapel, 17 Nelson St., Auburn. Klezmer was originally the ritual and celebratory music of the Yiddish-speaking Jews of Eastern Europe, where it developed over the course of many centuries. Brought to North America during the period 1881 -1924, a modern klezmer tradition developed in urban centers and has since become one of the most visible transnational music and culture movements on five continents. 2pm, tickets $10, stop by the Chapel or call for tickets. www.willardchapel.org 315-252-0339
March 15th – Printed Greeting Cards – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Participants will produce greeting cards using collography. Collography is a printmaking process in which two-dimensional found materials like paper, lace, string, or leaves are used to create a reproducible printed image. Printmaking Professor Richard Pardee will demonstrate the technique and will guide card production. Materials will be provided. $15/members, $20/non-members, 6pm – 8pm. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
March 16th & 17th – “My Piece of the Pie” – Auburn Public Theater, 108 Genesee St., Auburn. Like Mr. Klapisch’s earlier films “L’Auberge Espagnole” and “Russian Dolls,” “My Piece of the Pie” paints an alluring picture of a pan-European cosmopolitan culture whose characters hopscotch from one country to another with hardly a second thought in a lighthearted floating party. Now, of course, there are alarming signs that the party is about to end. 3/16, 1 & 8pm, 3/17, 8pm. Tickets $5 online or $6 at the door. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Reva Rollerdrome, 359 W. Genesee St., Auburn. Green balloon stomp, greenest person contest, Irish Dew & Irish Mist, find the pot of gold! 1:00 – 3:30pm, $4.50. www.reva-rollerdrome.com 315-252-8225

March 17th – Comedian Pat Dixon – Auburn Public Theater, 108 Genesee St., Auburn. Originally from Tennessee, Pat Dixon is a New York City based comedian, writer and yellow journalist. Dixon has been seen in his own half-hour Comedy Central Special, on The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson, The World Stands Up, Premium Blend and many others. He can also be seen as a regular correspondent on VH1, and has been seen on E! Television, Fox News and Headline News. 8pm, tickets $12. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
March 20th – Latin Cuisine – Aurora Inn, 391 Main St., Aurora. Our Latin Cuisine class is the perfect way to spice up a winter evening. You’ll learn how to make six exotic dishes through demonstrations and hands-on practice. Dishes will span a variety of courses, and will include protein preparation and cooking, traditional Latin starches, and a classic Latin dessert. Enjoy lively Latin music in the kitchen, then join your fellow participants in a glass of wine as you eat the feast you’ve made together. Call early for reservations. 6:00-8:30pm, $115/person. Call for reservations. www.innsofaurora.com 315-364-8888

NEW BUSINESSES NOW OPEN
Man in the Moon Classic Cheesecake & Dessert Bake Shoppe, King Ferry
Bayview Wellness Center & Spa, Fair Haven
Hanart Studios and Gallery, Fair Haven
Oak & Vine Restaurant at the Springside Inn, Auburn
Anchor Laundromat, 719 Main St., Fair Haven – Large capacity, sparkling clean, WiFi, TV
The Apple Station, 5279 Cross Rd., Cayuga
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse, 181 Grant Ave. Auburn
The Auburn Ale House, 288 Genesee St., Auburn

The Cayuga County Office of Tourism is open from 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday.
CAYUGA COUNTY EVENT LISTING
Saturday, October 30 – Sunday, January 8 – Quilts=Art=Quilts – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. International contemporary juried quilt exhibit. Admission $6/adults, members and children under 12 free. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
Sunday, September 17 – Sunday, November 6 – Westminster Church 150 Years – Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn. The exhibit will look at major themes and events throughout the history of the church ranging from education and outreach to the Church’s famous Tiffany window. The exhibit will also Westminster’s strong involvement in various civil rights movements: the church was founded in 1861, when 66 abolitionist members left Second Presbyterian Church following the Rev. Henry Fowler, who was forced to leave because of the controversy he caused by praying publicly for the soul of John Brown.The exhibit will feature objects and photographs from both the collection of the Cayuga Museum and Westminster Church. Open Tues. – Sunday Noon – 5pm. www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum 315-253-8051
Wednesday, November 2 – “Science Alive” – Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum, 6880 East Lake Road, Rt. 38A, Auburn. Hosted by the new Dr. Joseph F. Karpinski Science Center at the Museum. A night of interactive science experiences, from 6 to 8pm. Admission is $5 per person or a maximum of $25 per family. Registration is required.
Thursday, November 3 – Holiday Festival – Auburn Holiday Inn, 75 North St., Auburn. 1st annual Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce shopping festival featuring local products & services from area members. Shop for the holidays while keeping it local! 3-7pm. www.cayugacountychamber.com 315-252-7291

Friday, November 4 – First Friday Event – Featured Artist – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Join the First Friday festivities at the Seward House Museum! On Friday, November 4 from 5-8pm the Museum will host a reception featuring artist Sara Davenport, founder of Legacy Studio in Skaneateles. Enjoy a fall evening of great art, music and refreshments at the Seward House Museum! This event is free and open to the public! www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
Friday, November 4 – First Friday Event – 75 Year Exhibit – Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn. The Cayuga Musuem will be celebrating their 75th Anniversary this First Friday with the newly opened 75 Year Exhibit on the Museum’s own history. Refreshments will be served. 5-8pm. www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum 315-253-8051
Friday, November 4 – First Friday Event – Art for Healing – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. An exhibition of artwork by members of the Auburn community who are in various stages of recovery from Mental Illness. Featured artist is Angela Wright. With acoustic duo Bittersweet and others, in our ’Stage Right’ cafe space. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
Friday, November 4 – First Friday Event – Poetry Reading – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Poetry readings featuring the Night Writers. 5:30-7:30pm. Suggested admission $6/adults. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
Friday, November 4 – The Nu-Utopians – Celebrating the Songs of John Lennon – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. JOHN LENNON IMAGINED: Beatles & Solo Years. 8pm, tickets $23.Beatles songs, often weaving melody, lyric and song together in a series of singles and mini-medleys. These tunes, of which several are rarely covered, are given surprisingly fresh treatments that often inspire a whole new meaning to Lennon’s original lyric. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
Friday, November 4 – Free Fun Family Night at the Fingerlakes Mall – Fingerlakes Mall, 1579 Clark St. Rd., Auburn. It’s National Candy Day! From 6-8pm, families can enjoy tasting several kinds of candies and learn how to make candy too. www.fingerlakesmall.com 315-255-1188
Friday, November 4 – Eerie Night at the Erie House – Off Rt. 38 West of Village towards bridge, turn onto Maiden Lane, end of the Rd., Port Byron. Empire State Paranormal Research Society will be holding a fundraiser for the Erie House. Participants will be able to accompany the Society for an hour during their investigation of the Erie House. $10 at 8:00pm. www.empirestateprs.com
Saturday, November 5 – Wetland WildLife – Sterling Nature Center, Jensvold Rd, Sterling. Join Naturalist Jim D’Angelo for a fall hike out to the rookery and a look at the autumn wetland. Come out and discover what fascinating things are taking place at the beaver wetland. 1:00pm. www.cayuganet.org/sterlingpark 315-947-6143
Sunday, November 6 – Trunk Show – Quilts=Art=Quilts – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Meet a regional quilter and see examples of their work. Included with $6 general admission to exhibition, free for Art Center Members. 2:00pm. . www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
Sunday, November 6 – Casino Night at the UNC – UNC, 125 Washington St., Auburn. 5th annual casino night sponsored by Cayuga Home for Children from 6:30-10:30pm. Various games, food & beverage available. $20/advance tickets $25/at door. 315-253-5383
Sunday, November 6 – Long Point Winery’s Italian Wine Dinner – Long Point Winery, 1485 Lake Rd., Aurora. Winemaker’s Dinner. Prepared by Fabio’s Italian Ristorante served with specially selected wines. Hors d’oeuvres served at 1 pm in heated tent overlooking Cayuga Lake. $80 per person plus tax (gratuity included) Call for reservations: (315) 364-6990 www.longpointwinery.com
Monday, November 7 – Young Living Oils Demostration – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. BONITA SHEAR will lead a hands-on oils workshop at both noon & 6:30pm to introduce and demonstrate the amazing healing properties of Young Living Essential Oils. If you’re brand new to the oils, come listen, ask questions and learn all you can. If you have leagues of experience using the oils, please come, too, and share your vast experience with us! $5 suggested donation. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
Tuesday, November 8 – Holiday Cooking 101 at the Aurora Inn – Aurora Inn, 391 Main St., Aurora. This course will cover many staple foods of traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations, including roast turkey, prime rib, gravy, horseradish sauce, and scalloped potatoes. We’ll offer tips for planning and executing the perfect meal. You’ll gain hands-on experience, and benefit from demonstrations by our renowned chefs. Best of all, you’ll will sit down at the class’s end with your fellow participants to enjoy the feast you’ve prepared together—complete with a glass of wine. Dinner at 8:30, 12 person maximum. 6-8:30pm. $115/person. Stay at one of the Inns of Aurora for equal parts leisure, luxury, and learning. www.aurora-inn.com 315-364-8888
Friday, November 11 – School’s Out Skate Camp! – Reva Rollerdrome, 359 W. Genesee St., Auburn. Keep the kids active all day! Camp activities include skating, games, Veterans Day craft/activity. 8am – 5pm, $40/child ages 5-12yrs. Register by 11/7 – bring your lunch or purchase it there. www.reva-rollerdrome.com 315-252-8225
Friday, November 11 – BOUND for the PROMISED LAND Book Signing! – Downtown Books & Coffee, 66 Genesee St., Auburn. Meet Kate Clifford Larson, author of the Harriet Tubman biography Bound for the Promised Land as well as the book ’The Assassin’s Accomplice,’ which was the inspiration for the motion picture ’The Conspirator,’ will be at Downtown Books & Coffee at 6:30PM. www.downtownbooksandcoffee.com 315-515-3411
Friday, November 11 – Sunday, November 13 – Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead – Cayuga Community College Irene Bisgrove Theater, 197 Franklin St., Auburn. Dog Sees God is an award-winning, unauthorized parody that features the Peanuts gang – all grown up! Written by Bert V. Royal, this dark comedy takes place ten years after the events in the fifty-year-running comic strip. Directed by Tiffany Howard. PLEASE NOTE – Not suitable for young audiences. Contains adult situations and language. Show times are at 8:00pm on Friday & Saturday, 2:00pm on Sunday. Tickets: $12/general admission, $10/senior/student. www.auburnplayers.net 315-283-4682

Friday, November 11 & Saturday, November 12 – Gloria Ann Barnell Peter Playwright Competition – Morgan Opera House, 370 Main Street, Route 90, Aurora. At this writing, the judges of the fifth competition are reading submissions from playwrights near and far. Plan to enjoy another full-length production of an original work depicting an historical event or historical fiction. Topics are as diverse as cultural conflicts in the Northwest Territories to Lizzie Borden to the final years of Vincent van Gogh. Siouxsie Easter, director, will issue a casting call in late summer. 8pm. $10/adults, $8/seniors, $5/students and children. www.morganoperahouse.org 315-364-5437
Saturday, November 12 – Spanish Tapas Dinner – Aurora Inn, 391 Main St., Aurora. Enjoy communal-style tables of six or eight in the Lakeside Room. We will feature regional Spanish cuisine and wine, using traditional preparations. Five paired course – 6:30 reception, 7:00pm dinner. $75 per person plus tax & gratuity. www.aurora-inn.com 315-364-8888
Sunday, November 13 – A Very Potter Musical (Jr) – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Five dollars = fun for the whole family! The Underground Theatre company presents its junior version of ’A Very Potter Musical’. Come experience this interactive, hilarious portrayal of the Harry Potter series that’s perfect for kids under the age of ten. Professional actors and teaching artists Brien Bianchi, Tarin Bonvino, and Miranda Coll star in this production written and arranged by Sarah DelFavero and the Underground Theatre company, based on the original musical by Team Starkid. 2pm. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
Sunday, November 13 – Trunk Show – Quilts=Art=Quilts – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Featuring Caris Burton. Meet a regional quilter and see examples of their work. Included with $6 general admission to exhibition, free for Art Center Members. 2:00pm. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
Sunday, November 13 – Ukrainian Trio In Concert: “The Games of the Creative Mind” – Willard Memorial Chapel, 17 Nelson St., Auburn. Esteemed musicians Orest Smovzh, Arsen Yakovenko and Volodymyr Rozdolsky are currently touring the United States and will play a mixture of classical and modern Ukrainian and American Music. 2pm. Donation is $10 per person. Tickets are available at Willard Chapel, 17 Nelson St., Auburn, N.Y. or by calling 315-252-0339. Doors will open at 1:30 PM. This concert is a benefit for the Community Preservation Committee. www.willardchapel.org 315-252-0339
NEW BUSINESSES NOW OPEN
Man in the Moon Classic Cheesecake & Dessert Bake Shoppe, King Ferry
Bayview Wellness Center & Spa, Fair Haven
Hanart Studios and Gallery, Fair Haven
Oak & Vine Restaurant at the Springside Inn, Auburn
Anchor Laundromat, 719 Main St., Fair Haven – Large capacity, sparkling clean, WiFi, TV
The Apple Station, 5279 Cross Rd., Cayuga
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse, 181 Grant Ave. Auburn

The Cayuga County Office of Tourism is open from 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday. 

CAYUGA COUNTY EVENT LISTING

Friday, September 2 – Sunday, October 23 – Quietude:  Paintings and Drawing by Chris Baker and Harry Bliss – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn.  This exhibition will feature two artists from the Finger Lakes region that share long standing and prolific artistic careers.  Both artists depict tranquil scenes best described as “quietude.”  Derived from the title of Harry Bliss’ painting “Quietude,” – this state of stillness or calm is reflected in outdoor landscapes, interiors, and contemplative portraits.  Suggested Admission for this exhibition is $6 adults; Members and children 12 & under are free.  www.myartcenter.org  315-255-1553 

Wednesday, September 14 – Saturday, October 1 – The Marvelous Wonderettes –  Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Rt. 38A, Auburn.  Upstate NY’s most popular professional theater performing six large scale musicals each season.  Regional premiere.  Take four lifelong girlfriends who just happen to be an amazing singing group, add every great girl group song from the fifties and sixties, throw in the senior prom and the ten-year reunion then shake, rattle and roll until it almost hurts to laugh.  Purchase tickets at the Box Office or online.  www.merry-go-round.com  315-255-1785 or 800-457-8897

Sunday, September 17 – Sunday, November 6 – Westminster Church 150 Years – Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn.  The exhibit will look at major themes and events throughout the history of the church ranging from education and outreach to the Church’s famous Tiffany window. The exhibit will also Westminster’s strong involvement in various civil rights movements:  the church was founded in 1861, when 66 abolitionist members left Second Presbyterian Church following the Rev. Henry Fowler, who was forced to leave  because of the controversy he caused by praying publicly for the soul of John Brown.The exhibit will feature objects and photographs from both the collection of the Cayuga Museum and Westminster Church.   Open Tues. – Sunday Noon – 5pm.  www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum  315-253-8051

Fridays & Saturdays in October – Screamer’s Hollow – Halloween Entertainment – Sterling Renaissance Festival Site, 15385 Farden Rd., Sterling.  Experience a nerve shattering mix of live actors, state of the art animation, evil characters and dazzling special effects.  Fridays & Saturdays in Oct., 7PM – midnight.  Fee.  www.screamershollow.com               800-879-4446

Wednesday, September 21 - Dining for Women Presents “A Walk to Beautiful” – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn.  Filmed in Ethiopia, this documentary shares the inspiring stories of 3 women, rejected by their husbands, and ostracized by their communities, who leave home in search of treatment for obstetric fistula.  In a courageous attempt to reclaim their lives, these women embark on a journey and find a haven they never imagined, transforming their long and arduous trek into ’a walk to beautiful’.  6pm Wine & hors d’oeuvres reception, 7:30pm – Screening of the movie A WALK TO BEAUTIFUL.  $5, cash bar.  www.auburnpublictheater.org  315-253-6669

Thursday, September 22 - MIRABAI CEIBA – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn.  Mirabai Ceiba is a duo consisting of guitarist/singer Markus Sieber (East Germany) and singer/harpist/pianist Angelika Baumbach (Mexico). They perform a compilation of original songs in Spanish and English as well as newly arranged chants from different traditions of the world and Gurmukhi Mantras. Tickets are $25, 7:30pm.  www.auburnpublictheater.org  315-253-6669

Friday, September 23 – Free Fun Family Night at the Fingerlakes Mall – Fingerlakes Mall, 1579 Clark St. Rd., Auburn.  n the food court – free face painting, free live dance party, free bouncing, family meal deals and much more.  It’s the first day of autumn  celebration with fall arts and crafts, and a free apple for every child.  6-8pm.  www.fingerlakesmall.com  315-255-1188

Friday, September 23 - GOLF & COMEDY Fall Fundraiser – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn & Owasco Country Club.   Help support all the year round programming at Auburn Public Theater by playing golf, eating a steak dinner and enjoying stand-up comedian VINNIE MARK at Owasco Country Club.Serious about Golf: Start at 2pm for a 9-hole tournament, including hole prizes, tournament prize and a 50/50 raffle. Cocktails are at 6:30, dinner at 7 and the comedy show starts at 8pm.  www.auburnpublictheater.org  315-253-6669

Friday, September 23 & Saturday, September 24 - Film – “BUCK” – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn.  BUCK, a richly textured and visually stunning film, follows Brannaman from his abusive childhood to his phenomenally successful approach to horses. A real-life “horse-whisperer,” he eschews the violence of his upbringing and teaches people to communicate with their horses through leadership and sensitivity, not punishment. Advance tickets $4, at the door $5.  9/23 – 1 & 8pm, 9/24 8pm.  www.auburnpublictheater.org  315-253-6669

Friday, September 23 - Auburn:  History’s Hometown Ghost Hunt – Auburn City Hall, 24 South St., Auburn.   Empire State Paranormal Research Society, ESPRS for short, will be hosting a historic tour and ghost walk called Auburn:  Hometown Ghost Hunt.  Attendees will be lead to three separate locations where ESPRS members will give them historical information about the location before holding an EVP session.  8:00pm. www.empirestateprs.com 

Friday, September 23 - 7th Annual Book Lovers’ Ball – Aurora Inn, 391 Main St., Aurora.  An elegant evening at the beautiful Aurora Inn.  Dine and dance in this lovely setting.  Special guest John C. Hartsock, author of ’Seasons of a Finger Lakes Winery’, will speak during dinner.  His book spotlights Long Point Winery.  Coctails and silent auction at 6:00pm, dinner by the lake at 7:00pm, dancing under the stars to Johnny Russo’s East Hill Classic Jazz Group with Sally Ramirez.  Tickets $75 to benefit the Aurora Free Library.  www.flls.org/auroralib  315-406-0791 

Friday, September 23 – Sunday, September 25 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest – Cayuga Community College Irene Bisgrove Theater, 197 Franklin St., Auburn.  Directed by James Cantu.  Shows at 8:00pm Friday and Saturday.  Sunday at 2:00pm.  Tickets:  $14/general admission, $12/senior/student.  www.auburnplayers.net  315-283-4682

Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 26 – Music in the Museum – Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum, 6880 East Lake Road, Rt. 38A, Auburn.  On Friday evening, enjoy an old fashion sing along and dancing under the stars, 7-10pm ’Old Time Hits’ with Donna Minneo. Saturday:  Harvesters at 3 & 4:30pm, Barber Shop Quartet from 1-2:30pm, Oswego Valley Fiddlers 7-10pm.  On Sunday, the Erie Canal Cloggers will be back for 2 performances at 1:30 & 3pm. Sunday – Mary Ann Fin on Keyboard 11am till 4pm. Admission & parking free.  Donations accepted.  Lunch provided at a modest cost.  www.cayuganet.org/agmuseum  315-252-7644

Saturday, September 24 – Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Family Nature Day Scavenger Hunt – Montezuma Wildlife Refuge, 3395 US Route 20 East, Montezuma.  Open to all families with children of all ages.  10am to 1pm.  Meet at 10am at the refuge’s Visitor Center.  Call for 568-5987 ext 229 for reservations.  315-568-5987

Saturday, September 24 - Civil War History Day - Mott Parkk & the History Center, South St. Rt. 34, Cato.  Civic Heritage, celebrating its 30th year, is holding a Civil War History Day to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.  The event will feature a civil war encampment, children’s games from the 1860s, a period cooking demonstration, book signing by Anthony Gero, and chicken BBQ.  Event runs 10:00am till 4:00pm.  BBQ noon-4pm. 

Saturday, September 24 - Fall Flowers with Don Cox – Sterling Nature Center, Jensvold Rd, Sterling.  After a brief indoor slide presentation, join Don Cox to explore the fields and woods at Sterling Nature Center in a guided trail walk to identify wildflowers.  Learn to identify poisonous, edible, and mood altering plants common in Central NY.  1:00pm.  www.cayuganet.org/sterlingpark  315-947-6143

Sunday, September 25 - Super September Skate-A-Thon – Owasco Lake.  Auburn Rotary, Make-a-Wish, and Reva Rollerdrome sponsored event.  Skate all the way around Owasco Lake to raise money for Make-A-Wish.  Call for more information.                                www.reva-rollerdrome.com  315-252-8225 

Sunday, September 25 - Tour with the Artist:  Chris Baker – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn.  Join Chris Baker for an informal discussion of his work on view at the Art Center.  Tour will be facilitated by Program Director Allison Graff.  Included with suggested admission – $6/adults,  members and children 12 & under free.  2:00pm.  www.myartcenter.org  315-255-1553

Thursday, September 29 - Poetry Reading:  Howard Nelson – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn.  7:30pm.  Suggested admission: Adults $6; Members FREE.  www.myartcenter.org  315-255-1553

Thursday, September 29 – Sunday, October 2 – Funny Bones – The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn.  Funny Bones invites you to experience the artistry of cinema’s greatest comedian from the inside, deconstructing Chaplin’s comedy with film clips, live demonstrations, audience participation, and a classic Chaplin short with live musical accompaniment.  9/29 8pm, 9/30 2pm & 8pm, 10/1 8pm, 10/2 2pm.  Tickets: $26, groups 10 or more $18.  www.auburnpublictheater.org  315-253-6669

Friday, September 30 – Saturday October 1 - “ECONOMICS OF HAPPINESS” – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. – A central paradox defines our time: although the economy is growing, we are working longer hours and our new comforts and luxuries have not brought us happiness. While the ever-expanding global economy is creating immense wealth for the few, it is leaving the majority worse off. Climate change, unstable financial markets, growing inequality, senseless war and fundamentalism: people know something is very wrong.  We hear from a chorus of voices from six continents. The Economics of Happiness restores our faith in humanity, and challenges us to believe that it is possible to build a better world. Advance tickets $4, at the door $5. 9/30 – 1 & 8pm, 10/1 8pm.  www.auburnpublictheater.org  315-253-6669

Friday, September 30 - Springside Inn Presents “Nunsense” – Springside Inn, 6141 West Lake Rd., Auburn.  Dinner theater at it’s best!   Doors Open at 6:30 pm Show begins at 7:15 pm $45 per person (includes tax and gratuities) Family Style Dinner, cash bar available.  A wonderful evening of food and fun!!  www.springsideinn.com  315-252-7247

Saturday, October 1 - The Rock 4 Life Concert – Fingerlakes Mall, 1579 Clark St. Rd., Auburn.  Free family-friendly concert from 1-4pm in the food court. Mitch Wild will perform acoustic covers at 1pm., Dan Lovel will perform covers and originals at 2pm.  National recording artist Budd Zunga performs at 3pm.   www.fingerlakesmall.com  315-255-1188

Saturday, October 1 - Rogue Aviator Book Signing with Ace Abbot - Downtown Books & Coffee, 66 Genesee St., Auburn.  Meet Ace, discuss aviation and get a signed copy of the newest edition of his book “The Rogue Aviator” on Saturday, October 1st at 1pm!  www.downtownbooksandcoffee.com  315-515-3411

Sunday, October 2 - Auburn Affirmation of 1924 – Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn.  Phil Windsor, Reverend of  Westminster Church will speak on the “Auburn Affirmation of 1924.”  This important document was authored and signed in Auburn. It was designed to safeguard the unity and liberty of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America.  2:00pm.  www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum  315-253-8051

Sunday, October 3 - Museum and Farm Tour – Past to Present – Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum, 6880 East Lake Road, Rt. 38A & O’Hara Farms, Chamberlain Rd., Auburn.  Learn about farming in the 1800’s and the present.  Meet & tour the Museum, eat lunch, then drive to O’Hara Farms, a multi-million dollar Cayuga County Farm.  Dress for the weather, and wear comfortable shoes.  $10 fee to cover lunch.  Reservations required.  www.cayuganet.org/agmuseum  315-252-7644

 NEW BUSINESS NOW OPEN

Man in the Moon Classic Cheesecake & Dessert Bake Shoppe, King Ferry

Bayview Wellness Center & Spa, Fair Haven

Hanart Studios and Gallery, Fair Haven

Oak & Vine Restaurant at the Springside Inn, Auburn

Anchor Laundromat, 719 Main St., Fair Haven – Large capacity, sparkling clean, WiFi, TV

The Cayuga County Office of Tourism is open from 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday. In July and August, the office will be open from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Saturday as well.
CAYUGA COUNTY EVENT LISTING
Wednesday, July 13 – September 4 – The Cost of Freedom: Cayuga County in the Civil War – Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn. The Cayuga Museum honors the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War with an original exhibit focusing on the experiences of local people during the conflict. The Museum’s own important collection of Civil War artifacts will be enhanced with treasured heirlooms loaned by local families: photographs, letters, uniforms, weapons and much more. A series of public programs all summer will expand the Civil War theme, watch for dates and times. www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum (315) 253-8051
Wednesday July 13 – Sunday, August 21 – New York Prints of Mind Exhibition – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Contemporary Limited Edition Prints. . Curated by Joe Scala, E.D., Stone Quarry Hill Art Park. Selections from the Universal Limited Art Editions collection. www.myartcenter.org (315) 255-1553
Wednesday July 13 – Sunday, September 4 – Auburn Doubledays Baseball – Class A professional baseball, farm team for Washington Nationals, New York-Penn League. 7PM start, Sun. 6PM, $. www.auburndoubledays.com (315) 255-2489
Wednesday, July 13 – July 20 – Hairspray – Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Rt. 38A, Auburn. Upstate NY’s most popular professional theater performing six large scale musicals each season. Hairspray takes you to Baltimore in 1962 and tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a girl with big hair, a big heart and a big passion to dance. Great music, great dancing, great story; Hairspray has it all. www.merry-go-round.com (800) 457-8897
Saturday, July 9 – Sunday, August 21 – Sterling Renaissance Festival – 15385 Farden Rd., Sterling. Make plans to travel back in time! Weekends only, Elizabethan festival with live theater, music, dancing, hand-crafted wares and games, 10am-7pm $. http://sterlingfestival.com/ (800) 879-4446
Wednesday, July 13 – August 20 – Cooking with the Calamari Sisters – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St.,Auburn. Cooking with the Calamari Sisters takes place on the set of the sister’s fictional cable-access cooking show Mangia Italiano. The zany Calamari sisters take their audiences on a wild and laugh filled romp as they prepare their latest dishes while belting out all of your old favorites from Que Sera Sera to Mambo Italiano. www.merry-go-round.com (800) 457-8897
Tuesday, July 19 – Music & A Movie – Hoopes Park, East Genesee St., Auburn. Joe Whiting Band. Concert starts at 6:30. Movie: How to Train Your Dragon – starts at 8:30pm. – free. http://ci.auburn.ny.us/Public_Documents/AuburnNY_RecCalendar/?FormID=158&Date=20100722&calView=0 315-255-4737
Wednesday, July 20 – Merry-Go-Round Youth Theatre presents ALADDIN – Casey Park Elementary School, Pulaski St., Auburn. Join the magic carpet ride through ancient Arabia following the exciting escapades of Aladdin, recreated by a team of professionals bringing arts opportunities to schools for 50+ years. This year-round repertory company tours state wide with curriculum-based theatre performances and a workshop series for youth during the school year and a family oriented performance during the summer, touring parks, churches, playgrounds & recreation centers. www.merry-go-round.com 315-255-1305 ext 26
Wednesday, July 20 – Tiffany Summer Concert Series – Willard Memorial Chapel, 17 Nelson St., Auburn. Noon. Vocal/Musical concert. Festive Music. Concerts are free and open to the public. Donations accepted. Visit the Friends of Hospice Thrift Shop and the Literacy Volunteers of America sponsored Used Book Sale before or after the concert at Willard Memorial Chapel. www.willardchapel.org 315-252-0339
Wednesday, July 20 – Downtown Auburn BID Summer Concert Series 2011 – Market Street Park, Auburn. Shonuff Funk Rock Trio – 6-7pm. Auburn Civic Band – 7-8pm. Free concert. Enjoy a beautiful summer evening. Bring your family and chairs, rain or shine. www.auburndowntown.org 315-252-7874
Thursday, July 21 – Tours with Artist Jane Dunnewold – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Join artist Jane Dunnewold for a tour of the exhibition, Jane Dunnewold: Sacred Planet. 7:30pm. www.myartcenter.org 315-255-1553
Thursday, July 21 – Free Concert – Market Street Park, Auburn. Prison City Rockers – concert starts at 6:30pm. Sponsored by the City of Auburn Parks & Recreation Dept. – free. www.ci.auburn.ny.us
Thursday, July 21 – Young Living Oils Demostration – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. BONITA SHEAR will lead a hands-on oils workshop at both noon & 6:30pm to introduce and demonstrate the amazing healing properties of Young Living Essential Oils. If you’re brand new to the oils, come listen, ask questions and learn all you can. If you have leagues of experience using the oils, please come, too, and share your vast experience with us! $5 suggested donation. www.auburnpublictheater.org 315-253-6669
Thursday, July 21 – Country Music at Dill’s Run – Dill’s Run Winery, 3862 State Route 90, Union Springs. “Country Music” Thursday evenings from 5 – 8pm. Singing a mix of classic country, romantic duets along with some contemporary country favorites, this musical act is sure to please. Advance tickets are $10, or $12 at the door. Entertainment & party platter included. Season tickets also available. www.dillsrun.com/vineyard.htm (315) 889-5007
Thursday, July 21 ? Doug’s Fish Fry Day at the Museum – Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum, 6880 East Lake Road, Rt. 38A, Auburn. Visit the museum & enjoy a fabulous fish fry from Doug’s. Eat on site or take it home. Tour the museum & view the special exhibits. Check out the new exhibit, ’Auburn’s Golden Age of Industry’, which contains memorabilia from past industry giants. Admission & parking free. Donations accepted. Gift shop open. 4PM – 7PM. www.cayuganet.org/agmuseum 315-252-7644
Thursday, July 21 – 16th Annual Taste for Community Action – Auburn Holiday Inn, 75 North St., Auburn. 5 – 7:30PM. The 16th Annual TASTE FOR COMMUNITY ACTION features the area’s best food, finest wine, and most irresistible desserts from over 20 of the Finger Lakes premier restaurants and wineries. Advance sale tickets can be purchased for $30 each at the Cayuga/Seneca Community Action Agency offices, Auburn Discount Liquor, and the Holiday Inn Sales Office or by calling 255-1703 x155. Tickets will also be available at the door for $35. 315-255-1703 x126

CAYUGA COUNTY OFFICE OF TOURISM 131 GENESEE STREET AUBURN, NY 13021 315-255-1658
CAYUGA COUNTY EVENT LISTING
Wednesday, May 25 – Sunday, May 29 – Made in NY – Schweinfurth Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Annual juried exhibit of NYS artists. Exhibited works typically include painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and sculpture created within the last three years. Suggested adult admission $3. Members/Children under 12 Free. www.myartcenter.org (315) 255-1553
Wednesday, May 25 – September 4 – The Cost of Freedom: Cayuga County in the Civil War – Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn. The Cayuga Museum honors the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War with an original exhibit focusing on the experiences of local people during the conflict. The Museum’s own important collection of Civil War artifacts will be enhanced with treasured heirlooms loaned by local families: photographs, letters, uniforms, weapons and much more. A series of public programs all summer will expand the Civil War theme, watch for dates and times. www.cayuganet.org/cayugamuseum (315) 253-8051
Wednesday, May 25 – Last Wednesday Poetry Read – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Relax in a comfortable atmosphere, share your work with other poetry lovers and enjoy creative discussion and feedback. Wine/beer cash bar for those with proper I.D. $2 suggested donation at the door. 7:30 PM. www.auburnpublictheater.org (315) 253-6669
Thursday, May 26 – Country Music at Dill’s Run – Dill’s Run Winery, 3862 State Route 90, Union Springs “Country Music” Thursday evenings from 5 – 8pm. Singing a mix of classic country, romantic duets along with some contemporary country favorites, this musical act is sure to please. Advance tickets are $10, or $12 at the door. Entertainment & party platter included. Season tickets also available. www.dillsrun.com/vineyard.htm – (315) 889-5007
Thursday, May 26 – Make Shift – Informal Art Making for Adults & Teens – Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn. Cans and Bottles. Informal, drop-in art making activities that use recycled materials. Learn a new technique, start a project, and discover new artistic ideas for unused materials. Instruction and materials provided. Bring a friend, family, or colleague. Bring your own snacks. $10 member/$15 non-member. 6PM – 8PM. www.myartcenter.org (315) 255-1553
Thursday, May 26 – Sunday, May 29 – Sterling Stage Folkfest – Sterling Stage Kampitheater, 274 Kent Rd., Sterling. 7th annual event kicks off the season with over 30 of the Northeast’s best live acts. Folk, roots, & jambands…artist village, vendors, light show, and more. www.sterlingstage.com (818) 212-9489
Thursday, May 26 – Cascade Grill Opening Event – Cascade Grill, 2846 State Rt. 38, Owasco Lake Fire Lane #1, Moravia. Join us Friday May 27th to Kick of our 8th Summer Season on beautiful Owasco Lake! Music Friday 8-11pm – Buddy Barrett Band. Cans & Clams Specials All Weekend. (315) 497-1900
Friday, May 27 & Saturday, May 28 – SENTENCED: A Period Piece – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Auburn’s own improv and sketch comedy troupe returns to Auburn Public Theater with a new show! Baby Seal Club is doomed. The world is coming to an end outside and all they want is to get through this final show before the Zombie Crisis gets through the door and eats their brains. During the show, the ’Mortally Challenged’ Zombie population decide they want their rights and stage a protest, holding punchlines hostage until they get their ’Collective dismembering rights’. Jane Austen’s bundle of work has never tasted so bloody good. Show at 8pm, tickets $8. www.auburnpublictheater.org (315) 253-6669
Saturday, May 28 – Memorial Day Skate – Reva Rollerdrome, 359 W. Genesee St., Auburn. 1-3:30pm, admission $6 – includes skating & inflatables. New inflatable rides, games & outdoor activities. Water balloon battle. www.reva-rollerdrome.com (315) 252-8225
Saturday, May 28 – Harriet Tubman Celebration – Harriet Tubman Home, 180 South St., Auburn. Fort Hill Cemetery grave site ceremony followed by activities and Underground Railroad exhibit at the Home. http://www.nyhistory.com/harriettubman/ – (315) 252-2081
Saturday, May 28 – Sunday, May 29 – Welcome in the Summer Party – Emerson Park, Route 38A, Auburn. Fundraising event for Owasco Fire Department. Bands, dancing, food, and refreshments, Custom Taylor Band playing! 6PM – 1AM. Fee. http://co.cayuga.ny.us/parks/emerson/events.html (315) 252-7644
Saturday, May 28 – Soap Box Derby – Hoopes Park, Genesee St., Auburn. Sponsored by Auburn YMCA-WEIU. Youth races, food and entertainment, FREE. Opening ceremony 8am. Races through noon. http://www.auburnymca.org/ (315) 253-6153
Saturday, May 28 – Finger Lakes Cheese Open House – Finger Lakes Cheese Trail NY. Visit anytime between 10-5 p.m. to receive farm tours, talk with the cheese makers, and taste cheese samples… all at no cost. Enjoy a day touring in the Finger Lakes. Bon appetite! Farms on the cheese trail include: Keeley’s Cheese Co., Finger Lakes Dexter Cheese Creamery, Shtayburne Farm, Hillcrest Dairy, Engelbert Farms, Lively Run Goat Dairy, Finger Lakes Farmstead Cheese Company, Cowlick Farm, Side Hill Acres Goat Farm, Sunset View Creamery, and Muranda Cheese. http://www.flcheesetrail.com/Trail_ (800) 813-2958
Sunday, May 29 – Music in the Barn – Izzo’s White Barn Winery, 6634 Cayuga Rd., Cayuga. Free entertainment, featuring Dick Eldredge, in their renovated 100 year old barn. Dick’s broad range of tunes cover classic rock (Bob Seger), blues (Delbert McClinton) and country (Tobey Keith). Dance, listen in, or sit out on the deck & enjoy the countryside, pond & route 20 hustle. Bring a picnic lunch and relax for an afternoon on the farm. 3-6pm. www.izzoswhitebarnwinery.com (315) 252-2535 or (315) 283-8095
Sunday, May 29 – DIRT Car 3rd Annual All-Star Weekend – Rolling Wheels Raceway Park, 8310 Grant Ave. Rd., Auburn. The season kicks off May 29 with a combination of two premier events. The annual All-Star 100 and Hall of Fame Classic are being combined for an unforgettable Memorial Day Weekend experience. 60-laps of racing action will complimented by a 20-lap double-down feature for the DIRTcar Modifieds making this a can’t miss event. Purchase your reserved tickets by May 7 and receive a FREE Pit Pass! Kids 9 & under are FREE! Get your tickets NOW! 7pm. www.rollingwheelsraceway.com (315) 834-6605
Sunday, May 29 – Majorpalooza 2011 5K Race – Cayuga Community College, 197 Franklin St., Auburn. Majorpalooza provides fun affordable family events all while raising a modest donation for local causes. 5K race cost $20. http://www.majorpalooza.com/index.html (315) 730-0603
Monday, May 30 – Memorial Day Parade & Kiwanis Duck Derby– Downtown Auburn, Genesee St., Auburn. 11AM parade followed by musical entertainment and the Kiwanis Duck Derby. (315) 255-4104
Wednesday, June 1 – Wednesday, June 22 – Anything Goes – Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Emerson Park, Rt. 38A, Auburn. Broadway Musical. A delightful trip across the Atlantic with a cast of crazy characters, five love stories and, oh yes, lots and lots of tap dancing! Featuring songs by Cole Porter including, ’Blow, Gabriel, Blow,’ ’I Get a Kick Out of You,’ ’Anything Goes,’ and ’You’re the Top’ don’t miss this show running through June 22nd. www.merry-go-round.com (315) 255-1785
Thursday, June 2 – Country Music at Dill’s Run – Dill’s Run Winery, 3862 State Route 90, Union Springs. ’Country Music’ Thursday evenings from 5 – 8pm. Singing a mix of classic country, romantic duets along with some contemporary country favorites, this musical act is sure to please. Advance tickets are $10, or $12 at the door. Entertainment & party platter included. Season tickets also available. www.dillsrun.com/vineyard.htm (315) 889-5007
Saturday, June 4 – Flavor of the Finger Lakes – Emerson Park, 6914 East Lake Rd., Auburn. 1st Annual Flavor of the Finger Lakes event runs from Noon-4:30pm. Anything Goes, Merry-Go-Rounds first show of the season, will be highlighted. Featured will be 10 food vendors, 8 wineries and 5 local creameries. Entry fee $10 – receive a souvenir wine glass, and 5 tickets to be used at vendor booths. www.cayugacoutychamber.com (315) 252-7291
Saturday, June 4 – Speaking for Themselves: Women of Seward House – Seward House Museum, 33 South St., Auburn. See the Seward House through the eyes of the Seward women. Using original family correspondence and journals, the tour enables visitors to hear the words and feelings of the nineteenth-century women of the Seward family and reveals the significant contributions they made during their lives. 1PM. Reservations required. Fee. www.sewardhouse.org (315) 252-1283
Saturday, June 4 – Old Ways Days – Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum, 6880 East Lake Road, Rt. 38A, Auburn. 11AM-4PM, FREE. Revisit the past at Old Ways Days. A day of fun, excitement, learning & family activities. Take a ride on their ’Model T’ touring car, truck, or horse drawn wagon. See tractors on display, take home some herb cuttings, view other exhibits or demonstrations. www.cayuganet.org/agmuseum (315) 252-6466
Sunday, June 5 – Motorcycle Ride Around Owasco Lake – Willard Memorial Chapel, 17 Nelson St., Auburn. The Community Preservation Committee will host a benefit motorcycle ride around Owasco Lake on Sunday, June 5. Participants should meet at Willard Chapel, 17 Nelson Street, Auburn, at 9:00 AM. The ride will start at 9:30 AM. Lunch will be provided at Willard Chapel at 11:30 AM. The cost is $25 per person. Tickets and further information can be obtained at the Willard Chapel Office, or by calling 252-0339. Rain date is June 12. All proceeds benefit Willard Memorial Chapel. www.willardchapel.org (315) 252-0339
Sunday, June 5 – Art Inspiration 2011 – Sterling Nature Center, Jensvold Rd., Sterling. Festival of Nature and Arts. View nature inspired art and artists demonstrating their crafts. Noon – 4:30pm. Free and open to the public. www.cayuganet.org/sterlingpark (315) 947-6143
Tuesday, June 7 – Tuesday Night MUSIC JAM – Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Weekly evening of original regional music, poetry & comedy in open mic cafe setting. Door prizes, snack menu & wine/beer with I.D., $2 at the door. 7:30pm till 11pm. www.auburnpublictheater.org (315) 253-6669
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