Hometown Events

Byron Bergen Public Library

13 S. Lake St., Bergen 585-494-1120 Byron-BergenPublicLibrary.org Tues.-Thurs., 10-12 & 2-8, Fri., 10-6 & Sat., 10-1

Caledonia Library

3108 Main Street, Caledonia (585) 538-4512 Hours: Mon. & Thurs., 2-5:30 & 7-9; Tues. 9-1 & 2-5:30; Fri., 2-5:30; Sat. 9-1

Chili Public Library

3333 Chili Avenue, Rochester 585-889-2200 • www.chililibrary.org Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-9; Fri. 9-5, Except 1st Fri. Ea. Month 11-5 Open Sat. 9-5, Sept.-May Only Open Sun. 1-4, Oct.-April Only

Hollwedel Memorial Library

Pavilion (585) 584-8843 Hours: M, W:2-7, F: 1-5; Sat. 10am-Noon

Mumford Branch Library

883 George Street, Mumford 585-538-6124 Open Mon., Wed., Fri. 12-6

Newman Riga Library

1 S. Main St. Churchville, NY www.newmanrigalibrary.org 585-293-2009 Hours: M, W, F 11-5; T, Th 11-9, Sat. 10-2

Scottsville Free Library

28 Main Street, Scottsville 585-889-2023 Hours: M, W, F 10-5 T, Th 1-8; Sat. 10-1

Here’s what’s happening at your local library…

Hollwedel Memorial Library: SUMMER READ KICKOFF -TAILS AND TALES : This summer’s theme is “Tails and Tales.” Our kickoff will be SATURDAY, JULY 10 at NOON outside on the library lawn! There will be special animal guests from Hawk Creek Wildlife Center. It’s free and you don’t need a reservation. Join us!!! STORYTIME: Tuesdays at 11 am IN PERSON or on FaceBook Live. Join Miss Joss for stories, singing, dancing, Make and Takes and fun! You can also view the stories later on our FB page if you miss the live broadcast. Don’t miss it!!! To attend in person, just call or stop in to make a reservation. Children 2 and over unvaccinated patrons must wear masks, . We are limited to 20 children. KNITTER’S NOOK: Mondays from 3:00-5:00 pm. Join our needleworkers to work on your projects. BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS: Second Wed. of each month at 6pm in the library.

ALEXANDER

Flea Market - Saturday and Sunday, July 24 & 25, 8am-5pm both days, at the WNY Gas & Steam Engine Grounds, 10294 Gillate Rd., Alexander. Food & Drink available. Come search for that rare item or part. Many unique items to repurpose. Information call Bonnie 7 1 6 - 8 6 4 - 0 0 6 3 o r B i l l 7 1 6 - 3 8 0 - 7 0 6 1 . h t t p : / / w w w . alexandersteamshow.com

BATAVIA

Holland Land Office Museum C o n c e r t : S t e v e K r u p p n e r “Americana Music” - Join us Wednesday, July 21st, 7pm-9pm as the Holland Land Office Museum welcomes local musician Steve Kruppner as he plays an outdoor concert at the museum. The concert will feature various genres of songs that can be summed up as “Americana”. The concert will be outdoors weather permitting. If you would like to bring your own chair you are welcome, but seating will be provided. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held inside. Admission is $5 or $4 for museum members. If you are interested in attending please call the museum at 585-343-4727.

Java with Joe E.- Erica Wanescki “Polio Treatment in WNY”: Join us Thursday, July 22nd at 9 am at the Holland Land Office Museum as we welcome Erica Wanescki as she details the history of the treatment of the disease polio in Western New York. Java with Joe E. is free to attend. If you plan on attending p l e a s e c a l l t h e m u s e u m a t 585-343-4727. The presentation will also be available via Zoom, please visit the museum’s Facebook page or www.hollandlandoffice. com for the link.

YOU’RE INVITED!

A warm welcome awaits you! Join us for 100% Biblically-based worship: 11:00 AM Sunday Brockport Church of Christ 60 Spring St., P.O. Box 230 Brockport, NY 14420 (585) 637-2650 (parking lot located next to 69 High Street) Visit our website for more information: www.brockportchurchofchrist.org God is a Spirit, and they that worship Him, must worship Him in spirit, and in truth ( John 4:24)

Genesee County 4-H Market Animal Auction: Join us at the 51st annual Genesee County 4-H Market Animal Auction at the Genesee County Fair on Thursday, July 29th at 7:00pm. Selling chickens, goats, lambs, beef steers, dairy steers and hogs raised by local 4-H youth. For more information, contact the Genesee County 4-H O f f i c e a t 5 8 5 - 3 4 3 - 3 0 4 0 o r genesee4h@cornell.edu.

Crossroads House Garage Sale! Thursday, July 29, 9am-6pm. Friday, July 30, 9am-4pm. Saturday, July 31, 9am-noon. No Early Birds. Located at 11 Liberty Street, Batavia, NY. Pre-Sale: Wednesday July 28 from 9am-noon. Admission $5 per person aged 16 or older. We are accepting donations of saleable items on Mondays & Thursdays from 10am-2pm, until sale. For more information, please call Jackie at (585) 734-0125.

HLOM Guest Speaker Series: Bill Kauffman “The Congressional Journal of Barber Conable”. Join us Wednesday, July 28th, 7pm, Holland Land Office Museum as we welcome local author Bill Kauffman as he debuts his latest work The Congressional Journal of Barber Conable, 1968-1984.“ Kauffman is the editor of the work which is a compilation of entries from Congressman Barber Conable about the machinations of Congress and the American government at the highest level. Admission is $3 per person or $2 for museum members. The presentation will also be available via Zoom, to find the link please visit the museum’s Facebook p a g e o r w e b s i t e w w w . hollandlandoffice.com. Copies of the book will also be available for sale.

Protecting Honeybees If you come across a hive, leave it alone. It’s best not to disturb a hive and honeybee colony. If bees are located where they can become a nuisance, contact a local bee expert to see if the hive can be moved.

BERGEN

Byron-Bergen CSD Summer Food Service: We’re here to serve you and your family delicious lunches. Convenient, economical, and healthy meals served July 13 August 19, 2021. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30-11:45am, “Pick Up” at the HS Bus Loop. Served Daily for Children at the Parks & School Programs. No paperwork required...just show up for great meals! If you have questions, please call 585-494-1220 ext. 1015. All Kids Eat Free - No paperwork necessary - must be 18 or under. Pick ups are for 3 days of Meals. Each day of Service Tuesday & Thursday High School Bus Loop.

BROCKPORT

Free Airplane Rides: Launched in 1992, the Young Eagles program has dedicated more than 25 years to giving youth ages 817 their first free ride in an airplane. It’s the only program of its kind, with the sole mission to introduce and inspire kids in the world of aviation. Today, more than 2 million young people have enjoyed a free introductory flight through the Young Eagles program. These flights are made possible through the generosity of EAA member volunteers Register at: FlyYoungEagles44@gmail.com. Held July 17, August 7 and September 11 from 10-2pm at the Eaa Chapter 44-Sport Aviation Center of Western NY, 44 Eisenhauer Dr., Brockport. https://chapters.eaa.org/ eaa44

CALEDONIA

To the Caledonia Senior Club We will not be meeting in July, instead the good news is that we will be meeting Monday, August 2, 2021 at 12noon beneath St. Columbus Church where we use to meet. We will be able to bring a dish to pass. I’m looking forward to seeing all of you and I hope you’re all doing great. Any questions, call Tony at 314-4374. take care of yourself and be safe.

Big Springs Museum’s 3rd annual Community Scavenger Hunt! Join us for a little history, a lot of fun, and TONS of laughs! Use your smartphone to prove you have completed each task and found each clue. Fun for all ages. Proceeds to support Big Springs Museum’s operating costs and to fund future programs and events. For t e a m s o f 3 - 5 p e o p l e . 6 : 0 0 R e g i s t r a t i o n / C h e c k - i n . 6 : 1 5 Introduction/Rules/Clue Distribution. 6:30 “Shotgun” Start. 8:00 End of Scavenger Hunt/Tally Points. 8:30 Winners announced and p r i z e s a w a r d e d . R e g i s t e r o n EVENTBRITE through our Facebook page or on our website. $30/team, Big Springs Members, use the promo code MEMBER for a discounted price. Big Springs Museum, 3095 Main St., Caledonia. Q u e s t i o n s ? b i g s p r i n g s e v e n t s @ gmail.com CANANDAIGUA

LIVE Summer Programming Finger Lakes Opera - Join us for Summer Scenes on July 21, 2021 @ 7 PM at Lincoln Hill Farms. Tickets limited and available @ fingerlakesopera.org and Three Little Pigs on July 25, 2021 @ 4 PM at M a x i o n S t a g e ( d o w n t o w n Canandaigua). Tickets free, but l i m i t e d w i t h r e g i s t r a t i o n @ fingerlakesopera.org CHILI

Need Food? The First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Ave., 14624, will be hosting a Food Pantry on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10-11:30am beginning June 19th. Please call the church office at 889-9896 to sign up to receive a bag(s) of groceries. DARIEN

Darien Senior Citizens - Next meeting is Wednesday July 14th at State Park eat at NOON in for free. Call me for the list of what people a r e b r i n g i n g . C e l l p h o n e 585-409-0899 Sherry Garigen President of the seniors

EAST PEMBROKE

Children’s Bible Hour - Every Wednesday in July from 10-11am. Ages: Kindergarten - 11 years old. Story, music, art, and snacks. Cornerstone Church of East Pembroke, 2583 Main Rd. (Rt 5), East Pembroke. GENESEO

Geneseo Garden Club Craft Sale - Saturday and Sunday, July 17th and 18th, 10:00 am 4:00 pm, at the Conesus Lake Arts & Craft Show at Long Point Park on Conesus Lake. Hand crafted items by Club members. Proceeds support the Club’s programs (Village and Town plantings, scholarships, holiday Village fountain decorations.)

LAKEVILLE

SusieQ Dog ResQ Yard Sale Don’t miss the biggest, best and FINAL Yard Sale to raise funds for our dogs. Held at the Vacant Lot, 6001 Big Tree Road in Lakeville on July 9th and July 10th, 9-6. Sunday, July 11th, 9-3 with a bag sale from 12-3. We have gotten support from so many with wonderful donations of over 1,000 pieces of jewelry, purse collection, beer stein collection, doll collection Teddy bear collection, tools, books, designer clothes and shoes, lots of country s h e e k a n d p r i m i t i v e i t e m s , glassware collectibles and antiques. We are a 501c3 non profit and all funds go directly to caring for the animals. LEROY

LeRoy UMC Chicken BBQ or Chicken & Ribs Drive-Thru: LeRoy United Methodist Church, 10 Trigon Pk, LeRoy, holds Summer Chicken BBQ/ Chicken & Rib BBQ on July 17 & 18. Drive-thru event starting at 11 am till gone. July 17th features 1⁄2 BBQ Chicken for $12. July 18th BBQ features CHOICE of 1⁄2 BBQ Chicken for $12 OR 1⁄4 BBQ Chicken & 1⁄4 Rack of Ribs for $15 (all include Salt Potatoes, Macaroni Salad, Roll, Cookie). Presale reservations requested @ 585-768-8980 (please leave your name, phone number & dinner preference). We will call to confirm your reservation LeRoy-Stafford Senior Citizens: Luncheon will be on Wednesday, July 21st at 12:30 PM at the Knights of Columbus. Lunch and dessert will be provided at a cost of $5 per person. Please bring your own beverage. After lunch join in on an afternoon of fun and games. CONTACT - Rosemary #506-5233, Lucy #721-6073 or Sue #861-0422, before JULY 16TH, to reserve your spot.

LIMA

Lima High School Alumni 2021 Dinner Canceled, mark your calendars for July 9th, 2022. We’ll see you then. Stay safe and well.

OAKFIELD

Chicken Barbeque! The Oakfield United Methodist Church will conduct its annual chicken barbeque on Wednesday, July 21, from 4:30 until 6:00 pm, drive-thru only. For $12, you will receive 1/2 chicken, potato salad, baked beans, roll, drink, and dessert. Please call the church at 585-948-5550 and leave a message to order tickets.

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne * Out at sea, a tsunami is only about 3 feet high, and could pass a boat without being noticed.

PAVILION SCOTTSVILLE

The Genesee Valley Civil War Roundtable will be meeting on Wednesday, July 21st at 7pm at the Pavilion United Methodist Church in Pavilion at the Crossroads of Route 19 & 63. The speaker will be Joyce Thompson-Hovey who will enlighten you on a little known person who played a key role in the Lincoln Assassination aftermath. The church is handicap accessible. Everyone is welcome to attend. ROCHESTER

Oh, the summer night Has a smile of light And she sits on a sapphire throne. ~Barry Cornwall

Gates Historical Society July program - The July program of the Gates Historical Society will be held on Monday, July 19 at 7:00 pm in the Gates Town Hall Annex, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester. Valerie O’Hara, owner of Pike Stained Glass, will do a powerpoint presentation on the history of stained glass that includes the 112 year history of the studio. She will also show the process it takes to design, create, and repair stained glass windows. This program is free. The facilities are handicapped accessible. Masks are optional except for those not vaccinated. Social distancing is encouraged. http://www. gateshistory.org RUSH

The New York Museum of Transportation, in Rush, will reopen with a new schedule of events and trolley rides. NOTE: In order to abide by COVID-19 regulations, attendance on trolley ride days and special event days is restricted and reservations are required. For the safety of our visitors and staff, masks are required in the museum and on the ride. The full museum COVID-19 Procedure Statement can be found on the museum website. The museum is open Sundays only 11-4pm. 6393 East River Road, West Henrietta. F o r i n f o . a n d c o s t : w w w . nymtmuseum.org, 585-533-1113.. Wheatland Senior Citizens Club Picnic - There is a change to the Wheatland Senior Citizens Club picnic on Tuesday, July 13. It will be at Johnson Park in Scottsville, at 12:00 noon NOT at Freeman Park in Mumford. There will be either Hamburg’s or Hot Dogs. Bring a dish to pass and your drink. Any questions call Barb Cady at 585-889-4330. Grace’s Table Food Cupboard (Grace Episcopal Church, 9 Browns Ave) - In addition to our regular food bags, we will be distributing a special “Summer Picnic Bag” for our clients on Thursday, July 22nd from 4:00-5:30. If you are new to our program, please call 889-2028 to register by July 16th. Please leave your name and phone number.

SPRINGWATER

Hike Genesee Park in Bethany: Hike & Explore Genesee County Park in Bethany with Springwater Trails Sunday, July 11 from 4-6PM. For additional info/directions/ u p d a t e s v i s i t t h e w e b s i t e : springwatertrails.org STAFFORD

A l l Y o u C a n E a t P a n c a k e Breakfast by the Stafford Volunteer Fire Department, Main Road, Stafford. Save the Date!! Sunday, July 25, 2021 from 8am to 1pm. Adults $8.00, children 5-12 $5.00 and under 5 free. WEST HENRIETTA

St. Mark Annual Rummage Sale - The Annual Rummage Sale hosted by St. Mark Lutheran Church of West Henrietta to benefit our NONProfit Christian Preschool and other charitable causes. Held Saturday, July 10th from 9 am to 3 pm, St. Mark Lutheran Church, 779 Erie Station Road West Henrietta Road. Proceeds of this sale will help to purchase new tricycles and riding toys to encourage large motor play (exercise) an important part of healthy development. https://www. f a c e b o o k . c o m / e v e n t s / 1000730130697860

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