5 things to do in the Canandaigua area this week
Lots of music. Lots of outdoor fun. And a mystery solved? You’ll have to find that out for yourself.
Here’s what’s happening this week.
1. Learn about vermicomposting at Wood Library
Wood Library is hosting a program on vermicomposting from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., Canandaigua. Participants will learn about the natural process that uses earthworms and microorganisms to break down organic waste into compost. For details and to register for this or other Wood Library programs, visit woodlibrary.org or call 585-394-1381.
2. A tale of corruption and art in Farmington
Erie Canal Museum educator Derrick Pratt will present a lecture, “Just a Painting of a Man and Some Horses (a tale of corruption)” at 7 p.m. June 13 at Farmington Town Hall, 1000 County Road 8, Farmington.
This is the final event of the Farmington Historic Preservation Commission’s “Trials, Mysteries & Corruption” spring lecture series. Visit www.townoffarmingtonny.org for details and to check for cancellations.
3. Young bicyclists pedal away in Canandaigua
The Kiwanis Club of Canandaigua’s bike rodeo will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Richard P.
Outhouse Memorial Park. The club, in partnership with the town of Canandaigua, will hold the free event, which is designed for children ages 3 to 9 and will feature equipment safety checks, basic bicycle safety skills and bike decorating. There will be no formal bike rider training; participants are expected to maneuver their bikes on their own. Kids ages 3 to 5 can participate in a fun bike course, while kids ages 6 to 9 can ride through the obstacle course. For more information, visit CanandaiguaKiwanis.org or contact event organizers at 585737-0130.
4. Goose to take CMAC stage
The Connecticut-based jam band Goose will perform at Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center on June 15. Doors open at 6 p.m.
For tickets and more information, visit https://www.cmacevents.com/event/goose/.
5. Railroad history for all to see in Shortsville
The Lehigh Valley Railroad Historical Society Station Museum will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the museum, 8 E. High St., Shortsville. A large collection of historical artifacts from the Lehigh Valley Railroad will be on display for the public to view. The gift shop will be open. Admission is free; donations are welcome. For more information, visit www.lvrrhs.org or call 585289-9149.
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