From holiday events like festivals and immersive experiences, to adventurous and cozy winter fun, Ontario County in New York's Finger Lakes is a special place to celebrate the season. Visit the Shortsville Reindeer Farm Santa's reindeer await you and your family at Shortsville Reindeer Farm ( 4285…
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No holiday trip to the Finger Lakes would be complete without a healthy dose of shopping. Shopping here comes with its own eclectic and distinct flair as you stroll through the beautiful historic downtownsand explore the small, locally owned boutiques featuring local flavors, winery shops, artisan studios, and more. Whether it’s to celebrate Small Business Saturday or to find the perfect holiday gifts, here’s a list of Finger Lakes items that will make the season extra special…
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October in the Finger Lakes is the month for spooky and scary fun, so if you’re looking for some frightful entertainment around Ontario County, there are plenty of tricks and treats to be found! From haunted history, to eerie encounters, and family fun, here are some events and places guaranteed to…
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Women make history every day!In Ontario County, I am reminded about some of our historical women through the architecture I see, the artwork I admire, and the stories I hear on a regular basis. Here are 5 amazing women associated with Ontario County…
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June is Pride Month—a worldwide celebration of the LGBTQ community! All month long, every major US city will have rainbow-clad parades and exciting escapades that recognize a full spectrum of sexual orientations, genders and lifestyles. But luckily you don’t need to travel far to embrace Pride. Mark your calendars, because Ontario County has a variety of local pride events happening throughout early June…
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Well, it’s that time of year again when people set lofty goals for the coming year - the dreaded list of New Year’s Resolutions! Here in the Finger Lakes Region you can easily set achievable goals and actually have fun along the way. No need to feel overwhelmed, just make a commitment and enjoy your own personal journey to making 2024 a great year…
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As most New Yorkers know, our state has a rich and storied history—from the 13 colonies to a state with one of the country’s largest populations. A couple of times a year, New York likes to celebrate that history through its Path Through History weekends. But what does Path Through History mean, exactly…
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The Summer Season at Bristol Valley Theater—or BVT, as us locals like to call it—kicks off in a few weeks! I’m all about local theater, and BVT has that cool community theater vibe, yet the actors come from all across the US. They attract some of the very best talent in the biz!Tucked away in Naples, New York, you'll find an intimate theater, top-notch wardrobe and props, and some of the very best talent around. Make plans now to check out a show this season…
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Bluegrass music may have started in the southern Appalachian region of the United States, but it has found a home in the Finger Lakes, and that home has a brand new beautiful room in Geneva called FLX Live. Earlier this summer, a fellow FLX Insider (Carol Hicks) and I ventured into downtown Geneva…
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The United States and the Haudenosaunee entered into a treaty of peace and friendship on November 11, 1794. For the Haudenosaunee, this brought an end to the Revolutionary War and the hostilities that existed between them and American settlers. The Treaty demarcated the lands reserved to the Haudenosaunee (Six Nations) by the terms of the treaty. The treaty also spells out how disagreements that may arise are to be addressed by the executive branch of the American Government. The treaty tests the words of the U.S. Constitution, which identifies treaties as the supreme law of the United States. The Canandaigua Treaty bears George Washington’s signature and was ratified by the U.S. Senate in January 1795…
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