Apr 27 Sunday
Arts in Bloom Open Studio and Gallery Tour includes eleven artist studios and art galleries in Chemung and Steuben counties. You can find the addresses of each studio and gallery on our facebook page.
This is a wonderful opportunity to spend a beautiful spring day driving around to different studios and galleries with the opportunity to see artists at work, to see their art in person and, if interested, to purchase art as well.
Studios and galleries will be open from:
10am to 4pm on Saturday, April 26th Noon to 4pm on Sunday, April 27th.
Kenneth Haas, local bird enthusiast and nature photographer will display his photos at the Newfield Public Library during the month of April. Ken strives to help others appreciate the beauty of birds through his photography, and to instill a sense of urgency for their protection and conservation of their habitat. In addition to photography, Ken also co-leads bird walks at Sapsucker Woods in Ithaca and for a Pennsylvania chapter of the Sierra Club. Join us for an artist reception Saturday, April 19th from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM.
The Quilt Guild will exhibit four hundred quilts. Cathleen Wiggs will do daily historical presentations of quilts and quilting. Demonstrations will be available every day. There will be a one of a kind raffle quilt and many raffle baskets. Parking is free only a few steps from the quilt show entrance. Admission is free for age 12 and under.
This talk explores the history of Jewish life in Auburn and Cayuga County, tracing the story of Congregation B’nai Israel from its beginnings in the late 19th century to its closure in 2013. Drawing on archival research, personal narratives, and community records, This conversation will highlight the contributions of Jewish residents to Auburn’s civic, cultural, and economic life, including key figures such as George Michaels, a former member of New York State Assembly, and Maurice Schwartz, a former mayor of Auburn. We’ll also examine the challenges faced by small Jewish communities in upstate New York, the role of interfaith collaboration, and how B’nai Israel’s legacy continues through charitable initiatives, Holocaust remembrance efforts, and local historical preservation. This presentation invites reflection on the broader story of small-town Jewish life in America and the enduring impact of communities that may no longer exist physically but remain vital parts of our shared history.
Apr 28 Monday
Apr 29 Tuesday
Corning History and Baseball Exhibit. Baseball collection featuring jerseys, programs, baseball cards, local history of baseball in the area and more. Featuring the Corning Red Sox PONY League and other teams.
Apr 30 Wednesday
