On February 9th come experience “Vintage Vines & Valentines”, an old-world celebration of love and friendship in the historic Finger Lakes Valley of Naples, NY. The event features several local businesses who are offering everything from free tastings to meal discounts! For more details and directions visit www.facebook.com/VintageVinesValentines
More than 200 artisans showcase their work at Artizanns in Naples. Stop by and pick out that special gift so you’ll always remember your visit to the Finger Lakes. Artizanns, 118 North Main Street, Naples. 585-374-6740.
Got a case of the Winter Blues? Not to worry. The Blues Brothers Revue is in town. On Saturday, February 9th head to the Smith Opera House, a historic wonder of Geneva, NY. Bring your friends and join in as the Revue pays homage to Chicago’s rich history of blues, soul music and gospel in the true spirit of the original Blues Brothers. 7:30 p.m. Pricing $25 advance; $30 at the door. Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca Street, Geneva, NY 14456 www.thesmith.org
Shop for one-of-a-kind items at the Canandaigua Classic Antique Show and Sale where more than 40 quality antique dealers will be showing their wares. Feb.10 from 9 am to 4 pm. Admission is $5. Finger Lakes Casino and Race Track, 5857 Route 96, Farmington. (585) 394-1472.
Celebrate wonderful Finger Lakes ice wines this winter. The New York Ice Wine Festival (Feb. 16) at Casa Larga Vineyards and the nICE Festival (Feb. 25) at the New York Wine and Culinary Center will be full of Finger Lakes wine food and fun! For more details visit www.visitfingerlakes.com/events
Get out for a day of winter fun…and while you’re at it, learn about our area’s history! The Native American Winter Games features a snowsnake game, dogsled run demos, snowshoeing, Native American stories & refreshments. Saturday, Feb. 23rd, 10am – 4pm. Ganondagan State Historic Site, 1488 State Route 444, Victor. 585-924-5848.
Step inside from the cold this winter at Finger Lakes Gifts and Lounge, offering the finest locally sourced gifts, edible treats and beverages from the area. Stop in on your next trip to historic downtown Geneva and check it out! 60 Seneca Street, Geneva, NY 14456 315-759-5247 www.fingerlakesgiftsandlounge.com
Bring the whole family to cross-country ski on 15 miles of groomed trails, or snowshoe on a 3-mile loop at Cumming Nature Center. Nordic Hot Dog Days starts on Feb 23 and 24 from noon to 3pm. Visitors can also enjoy hot dogs, chili, cookies, brownies and hot cider! Cumming Nature Center, 6472 Gulick Road, Naples. 585-374-6160.