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Valentine's Day Dinners



THE AVON INN
February 14, 4 PM - 9 PM

Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Avon Inn.
Valentine's Day Specials include; steak and lobster tail, seafood platter, crab cakes and more.

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THE AVONDALE PUB
February 14, 5 PM - 8 PM

Dinner for 2 includes Appetizer, Choice of Entree, potato, vegetable, salad, rolls, dessert, champagne and flowers for your sweetheart for only $62.95.

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THE BIG TREE INN
February 14, 4 PM - 10 PM

Celebrate with your loved one at the Big Tree Inn on February 14th with Valentine's Dinner for Two. Served from 4 PM-10 PM; $95 per couple.

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CAFFE TAZZA
February 14 & 17, 5 PM - 9 PM

In addition to their regular menu, Caffe Tazza will be offering a special Valentine's Day menu on February 14 and February 17.

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CB'S BAR & GRILL
February 17, 4 PM - 9 PM

CB's will be offering a special Valentine's Day menu on Saturday, February 17 along with the regular menu! Specials include; Prime Rib, Bacon wrapped Filet, Shrimp Alfredo and more.

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FRATELLI'S
February 14

Fratelli's in Avon has a special Valentine's day menu including a "First Kiss" drink special, lobster ravioli, Surf-N-Turf, Prime Rib and more.

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LEISURE'S RESTAURANT
February 14

Leisure's special Valentine's day menu includes; Osso Bucco, Surf & Turf and Prime Rib. Reservations Recommended.

For more information call 585-346-2120


THE LIVONIA INN
February 14, 5 PM

A special Valentine's Dinner menu along with local musician Mark Arnold playing acoustic guitar for your listening pleasure.  
 
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MAE'S
February 14

Mae's in Geneseo is offering a Valentine's Dinner menu for two for $50! Options include; Salmon, scallops & steak.

For
more information call 585 -519-4151


THE OAKS
February 14

The Oaks in Geneseo is offering a special menu on Valentine's Day.

For more information call 585-447-9113 


Tastings & Pairings
WINE AND COOKIE FLIGHT
February 16-18
Deer Run Winery
 
Deer Run Winery has teamed together with the Finger Lakes Cookie Company to bring you a perfectly paired wine and cookie flight.
Wine and cookie flights are $12 per person, reservations are not required.    

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Festivals 



CHOCOFROLIC
February 17, 12 PM - 4 PM
Main Street, Geneseo

Main Street will be paved with chocolate! Geneseo Community Main Street presents Chocofrolic on Main Street on Saturday, February 17th from 12 PM to 4 PM. A ticket  includes one free chocolate treat from each of the participating Main Street businesses. There will be over 15 Main Street businesses offering specialty chocolate items and more! Registration for this event will begin at 11:30 AM at The Big Tree Inn until 3 PM, and at Not Dot Shop until 4 pm.

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Live Entertainment
IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU
February 14- 18
Alice Austin Theatre, SUNY Geneseo

SUNY Geneseo Department of Music Presents: It Shoulda Been You: A New Musical Comedy. "Broadway's 2015 wild musical farce with blushing brides, nervous grooms, overbearing moms, unexpected guests and plenty of crazy twists and turns."

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7 DAYS
February 16, 9 PM
The Greenway Pub

Come see 7 Days perform live at the Greenway Pub on February 16!

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GROVELAND STATION
February 17, 6 PM - 9:30 PM
OSB Ciderworks

Come see Groveland Station live at OSB Ciderworks in Lakeville on February 17, and enjoy some delicious cider!

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OPEN MIC
February 23, 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Dansville ArtWorks

Join Dansville ArtWorks for their fourth Friday open mic series! February features Ted Canning's steel drumming. After featured artist, attendees are welcome to share their literary or performing arts talents.Free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided. Donations appreciated.

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MURDER MYSTERY DINNER 
February 24, 6:30 PM - 10 PM
Avon Inn 
 
Looking for the perfect Valentine's gift? Come to the Avon Inn for an evening of food, drinks and fun as they host their first murder mystery dinner. Tickets include appetizers, served dinner, dessert and entertainment!  
 
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CABIN FEVER/HAWAIIAN SHIRT CONTEST
February 24, 6 PM - 9 PM
OSB Ciderworks

Tired of the cold? OSB saved some summer ciders just in case they had the winter blues. Come listen to some rocking tunes and wear a Hawaiian shirt for a chance to win a prize. Anyone wearing a Hawaiian shirt will also get $1 off each pint all night!

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LIVE AT FANATICS PUB

February 13 - Jennifer Westwood & The Handsome Devils, 7 PM
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February 16 - The Bradley Brothers, 8 PM
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February 20 - John Nemeth & the Blue Dreamers, 7 PM
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February 23 - The Griffith/Martino Duo, 7 PM. Click here for more information

February 24 - Mike Pappert, 7 PM
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Musical Events at SUNY Geneseo




SPRING INTO A CAPPELLA
February 23, 7 PM - 9 PM
Wadsworth Auditorium

Come join all 5 of Suny Geneseo's A Cappella groups for their first All A Cappella concert of the Spring semester! Featuring: Between the Lines, Exit 8, Hips 'N Harmony, Emmelodics and Southside Boys! Tickets are only $5 and are sold at the door.

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GENESEO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
February 25, 3 PM
Wadsworth Auditorium

Conducted by Dr. Leah McGray with the Music of Beach, Brams and Smetana.

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Classes & Workshops
STARTING WITH SEEDS
February 12, 6:30 PM - 8 PM
Wadsworth Library

Join Master Gardener Julie Brocklehurst-Woods for information you can use: This month's topic Starting with Seeds.

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YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS
February 17, 10 AM - 12 PM
Makacademy

Have you heard about essential oils or walked by them in the store and not known where to begin? Theresa Hoang will introduce you to why 100% pure therapeutic grade oils are so important and how Young Livings oils can benefit your health and wellness and/or replace chemicals found throughout your home.

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WINTER DISCOVERY SERIES
Mount Morris Dam Visitor Center

CHANGE IN THE WATER
February 17, 1 PM 
Join Alex to learn about the evolution of water works in the Genesee Valley and how our communities' growth demanded salable, systematic approaches of the resource.

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ALTERNATION, METAMORPHOSIS, UPHEAVAL & BREAKTHROUGH
February 24, 1 PM

Typically, we conceive innovation as new technology, but the idea can be applied to the changing of society's or science's concept of the existence of UFO's, cryptids or that there is "proof" of extra-terrestrial visitations .

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HOUR OF CODE
February 17, 10 AM - 12 PM
Wadsworth Library

Curious about coding? The Hour of Code is a global movement introducing kids to computer science, inspiring them to learn more, breaking stereotypes, and empowering them to solve challenging problems. In this workshop SUNY Geneseo students and staff will provide kids with a set of challenging activities that teach them valuable computational concepts.

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BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE PERSONAL INTERNET SECURITY
February 20, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Livonia Public Library

A presentation followed by a question and answer session, about online threats and what you can do to avoid them. Free and open to the public, no registration required.

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YOGA ON ICE
February 24, 11 AM - 12 PM
Camp Stella Maris, Conesus Lake

Join Ritz Mountain Yoga for a one hour gentle yoga experience on the lake! Make sure you dress in full snowgear and bring your mat if you'd like added grip. Cost is $10.

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Chili Cookoffs


DANIEL GOHO LEGION POST 87, DANSVILLE
February 17, 2 PM - 4 PM

$5 entry fee, $1 tasting fee, open to the public.

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OSB CIDERWORKS 
February 18, 2 PM - 4 PM

Stop by OSB Ciderworks and get 2 sample bottles of any cider you would like to put into your chili for $5. Winner will receive an OSB giftcard. there will also be a prize for the peoples choice chili.

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Craft Corner

CRAFTING WITH CINDY: FLOWER PINS
February 15, 6:30 PM - 8 PM
Wadsworth Library

Join the Wadsworth Library for another "Crafting with Cindy" event. Learn how to make brooches and pins based on flower motifs, from fabric, lace and sewing notions.

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JULIE'S WOOD SIGN PAINTING PARTY
February 15, 6 PM - 8 PM
Genesee River Restaurant

Come paint, eat, drink, laugh, and have fun!! Make your own Wood-Sign-Only $30 per person includes all supplies!

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WINTER WATERFALL WORKSHOP
February 19, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
CB's Bar & Grill

The first event sold out fast so Abandoned Palette Studios scheduled an encore!! Don't miss this Winter Waterfall Painting Workshop and the chance for a Monday night out with friends. Tickets are $35 and include 2 canvases and a drink of your choice!

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Art Gallery Opening Receptions
MEMBERS EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION
February 15, 5 PM - 7 PM
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts

Join Genesee Valley Council on the Arts for their Annual Members' Exhibit Opening Reception! See the myriad of talent our members have to offer. If you are a member of Livingston Arts, you are welcome to put in two pieces of art, free of charge, for this exhibit.

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Call for Artists
REGIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
Artwork due by April 4
The Village Gallery

The Village Gallery of Caledonia invites you to participate in our First Annual Photography Exhibit.  This exciting event will feature the photography of our many talented regional photographers. A maximum of two items at $5 per item may be submitted.

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Just for Kids
KIDS CRAFT NIGHT
February 13, 4 PM - 9 PM
CB's Bar & Grill

Valentine's Day Themed Craft Night for kids of all ages! Tuesdays are also half price kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree. 
Have dinner, make a craft, decorate, cut out heart cookies - it's an inexpensive family night! (Complimentary Crafts & Cookies).

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FEBRUARY FUN NIGHT
February 16, 5 PM - 9 PM
Adventures & Art: Center for Creativity (Caledonia)

Drop-off your little one(s) for open-studio style fun with crafts, games, activities, challenges, and a movie on the projector. Cost is $15 per child.

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WILDLIFE EDUCATORS COALITION
February 20, 2 PM - 3 PM
Wadsworth Library

Wildlife Educators Coalition will be visiting the library with five of their animal friends! Recommended for children 4 and up.

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DR. DEMO: SOLIDS, LIQUIDS & GASES OH MY!
February 21, 2 PM - 3 PM
Wadsworth Library

Chemistry demonstration for kids! This will be an interactive demonstration for children to experience the three phases of matter. Children will also be able to act out each phase as a group. Recommended for school age children (5 years old and up).

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BRICKS-N-BLOCKS
February 22, 1 PM - 3 PM
Wadsworth Library

At this drop in program kids will be using Magna Tiles, Legos, and Q-Ba-Maze (marble run) resources to solve design challenges and test creativity. Finish a build with each resource and complete the Bricks-N-Blocks challenge! Open to children 5 and up.

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CHILDREN'S TEA PARTY
February 24, 11 AM - 1 PM
Dansville Public Library

The Friends of the Dansville Public Library's Annual Children's Tea Party is open to children of all ages and their special guest! Enjoy a light lunch, refreshments, music, and stories. Space is limited! Tickets are $3.00 per person and includes a chance to win a tea set or book.

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KIDS PRINTMAKING
February 24, March 3
Makacademy

Ages 10-18, come learn 3 different types of printmaking. Mono printing, wood cut, and glue prints. 2 classes, each 2 hours long on Saturday February 24 and Saturday March 3. All materials provided. Kids will bring home many complete prints as well as a few printing plates that can be reused at home for pulling additional prints.

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Trivia Night


AVON INN
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM   
 
Gather your friends and head to the Avon Inn for drink and food specials and challenge your neighbors in a battle of wits! Prizes awarded but more importantly, bragging rights to the winning team!

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IDLE HOUR
Tuesdays, 10:30 PM
 
Every Tuesday at Idle Hour is Trivia Night starting at 10:30 PM!

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FANATICS PUB
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM
 
Team Trivia Night is every Wednesday at Fanatic's Pub along with drink specials!

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Fundraisers

VALENTINES & DONATION DRIVE
February 13, 7 PM - 8 PM
SUNY Geneseo

Join the Women's Action Coalition from 7 PM - 8 PM to send Valentine's and fill the wish-lists of the clients at Chances and Changes.
In addition, if you are able, you are encouraged to bring items to donate to the shelter along with the Valentines.

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PANCAKES FOR PUPPIES
February 17, 11 AM - 2 PM
Genesee Valley Cooperative

Join the Genesee Valley Cooperative for a pancake breakfast. $3-5 for all you can eat pancakes! All proceeds will go to Joyful Rescues, an animal shelter in Cuba, NY. Stop by anytime between 11 AM-2 PM for some delicious, hot pancakes and stick around to enjoy films such as Homeward Bound and Air Bud.

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EUCHRE TOURNAMENT & RAFFLE
February 24, 1 PM - 4 PM
Idle Hour

Hosted by Hearthside Cats, Inc., all are welcome for food, drink specials, and an afternoon with friends to help support rescue cats. Euchre will begin at 2 PM with prizes for the top 3 players! There will also be a raffle drawing.

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Letchworth State Park




HOME ECOLOGIST: BIRDS OF PREY
February 12 & 22
Humphrey Nature Center
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2018 WINTER LECTURE SERIES
Humphrey Nature Center
February 18: The Scent of Death & a Woodland Salamander. Click here for more information
 February 25: Maple Sugaring. Click here for more information

WINTER TREKS
February 21 & 25
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NATURE UP CLOSE: OVERWINTERING MUSHROOMS
February 25, 2:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center
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Regional Spotlight
GENESEE COUNTRY VILLAGE AND MUSEUM
  
 
CARVE A SUGAR MOLD CLASS   
February 17, 9 AM - 4 PM

Molding maple sugar in fancy wooden molds has a long history. Join woodcarver Chris Kieber for a beginner's class and discover why these traditional decorative shapes were so popular. Participants will create their own beautiful weeping heart design while learning basic carving skills and safety.

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BAKING WITH KIDS CLASS   
February 22, 10 AM - 2 PM

Join instructor Peggy Roll to mix up some tasty treats. Participants will make Chelsea buns and graham crackers using 19th-century techniques. A light lunch will be provided for the class to enjoy. Ages 8-adult.

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OWL MOON   
February 24, 5 PM - 8 PM

Reserve your spot for a moonlit guided walk through the wintry woods, get up close and personal with real owls during a live owl presentation by Wild Wings, Inc. of Honeoye Falls, enjoy a reading of the Caldecott Medal-winning Owl Moon by Jane Yolen, and relax by the campfire.

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Letchworth State Park photos taken by Keith Walters  
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