Life in the Finger Lakes magazine

01/23/2025

Through February 19, a solo exhibition is open at Main Street Arts displaying the work of Canandaigua-based artist, Bradley Butler. Bradley Butler: The First Twenty will include 50 paintings from the first 20 years of the artist’s career, with at least one piece from each year 2005 to 2024. The retrospective exhibition shows the progression of Butler’s work, from a start in figurative paintings to his more recent abstract pieces. An element of darkness and mystery persists through each year of work, allowing for an exhibition that shows a cohesive evolution. The opening reception will take place from 3 to 6 pm, and is free and open to the public.

Through February 19, a solo exhibition is open at Main Street Arts displaying the work of Canandaigua-based artist, Bradley Butler. Bradley Butler: The First Twenty will include 50 paintings from the first 20 years of the artist's

12/12/2024

Holiday Shopping and Bake Sale – December 14 and 15 – 11 am to 5 pm both days
The Rochester Folk Art Guild craftspeople want to invite all to the final event of the year, a welcome holiday shopping opportunity eagerly awaited by the wider Finger Lakes community. On December 14 and 15 the East Hill Gallery and all Guild workshops will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to new work in the crafts of pottery, weaving, woodworking and natural fiber clothing there will be fresh holiday baking and free coffee and tea.

Holiday Shopping and Bake Sale – December 14 and 15 – 11 am to 5 pm both days The Rochester Folk Art Guild craftspeople want to invite all to the final event of the year,

12/09/2024

The January/February 2025 issue is at the printer and will be mailing to advertisers sometime next week! The newsstand copies should be available by Christmas. We're looking forward to our readers enjoying their fresh copy during the holidays!

11/27/2024

This holiday season, The Rockwell Museum in Corning invites families, art lovers and holiday enthusiasts to celebrate the magic of the season with the annual Gingerbread Invitational and several festive events. From unique shopping experiences to whimsical displays of creativity, The Rockwell is a must-visit destination this season.

This holiday season, The Rockwell Museum in Corning invites families, art lovers and holiday enthusiasts to celebrate the magic of the season with the annual Gingerbread Invitational and several festive events. From unique shopping experiences

11/14/2024

by Karen Shughart

“Gratitude: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” — Oxford Dictionary

Every morning while drinking my cup of tea I read from a booklet that contains daily meditations, inspirational tips and advice for living in a world where we are often bombarded with messages of doom and gloom. At the beginning of each issue there’s an essay that’s connected to the monthly theme, written by a spiritual guide, therapist or religious leader. This month, as is fitting as we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, the theme is gratitude.

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11/14/2024 by Karen Shughart “Gratitude: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” — Oxford Dictionary Every morning while drinking my cup of tea I read from a booklet

11/07/2024

"At Least the Turkeys Liked Us!"

By Derek Doeffinger
Photos by Gary Whelpley and Derek Doeffinger

On the record warmth of election day, my friend Gary and I headed southeast of Canandaigua to see what we could find to photograph. We went a bit out of our way to stop at the Hopewell Market to try the pastries that a Parisian acquaintance (yes, we know a Parisian) had raved about. Who would have thought a sophisticated lady from Paris would get excited about a Hopewell gas station bakery? She recommended the croissants, but we went for an apple strudel and turnover baked on site: deliciously flaky.

11/07/2024 By Derek Doeffinger Photos by Gary Whelpley and Derek Doeffinger On the record warmth of election day, my friend Gary and I headed southeast of Canandaigua to see what we could find to photograph.

10/10/2024

by Karen Shughart
The leaves have turned, and walking through the village, our feet trample upon a carpet of those that have fallen, a disordered pattern of vivid colors. Stacks of pumpkins: pale green, yellow, orange, and white are artfully arranged on steps leading up to front porches or peek out from fading flower beds. Wreaths trimmed with small autumn-hued gourds, slender wheat stalks and delicate twigs adorn doors, some homemade; others purchased at local craft shows or garden centers. The smell of cinnamon and cloves wafts from scented pinecones filling wicker or galvanized metal baskets.

10/10/2024 by Karen Shughart The leaves have turned, and walking through the village, our feet trample upon a carpet of those that have fallen, a disordered pattern of vivid colors. Stacks of pumpkins: pale green,

10/03/2024

Go on an art tour this weekend! The Naples Open Studio Trail is a free, two-day event with art studios open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
https://www.lifeinthefingerlakes.com/go-on-an-art-tour-this-weekend-oct-5-6/

OCTOBER 5-6, 10 am – 5 pm The Naples Open Studio Trail is a free, two-day event with art studios open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., the first weekend of every October. This group

09/12/2024

Story and photos by Derek Doeffinger

Shortly after cleaning and refilling our bird bath, a crow landed just above it in the front yard crab apple tree. It surveyed the area and then began cawing.

Although I had no idea what it was saying, I was hoping to figure it out. I couldn’t see any other crows in the area but for five minutes it repeatedly called out. Then far down the street two crows appeared and flew in to join it. Now three crows sat on the branch above the bird bath, looking down at the bath and back at each other.

What was going on here? I have some experience with crows, having befriended a few one winter with leftover doughnut bits. One, I called Gary because he reminded me of a friend who when it came to achieving food goals was an idiot savant. So was Gary the crow.

09/12/2024 story and photos by Derek Doeffinger Shortly after cleaning and refilling our bird bath, a crow landed just above it in the front yard crab apple tree. It surveyed the area and then began

09/05/2024

Watercolorist Laurence E. Keefe will be featured at Pittsford Fine Art on Friday, September 6. The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m.
Keefe is known for his vivid, strongly realistic watercolors. His subject matter is primarily landscape and sailing paintings set in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region and the Rochester urban area. “Strong paintings result from a trained eye and an intense gaze,” states Keefe.

09/05/2024 Watercolorist Laurence E. Keefe will be featured at Pittsford Fine Art on Friday, September 6. The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. Laurence E. Keefe is known for his vivid, strongly realistic watercolors.

08/29/2024

Hitting the Road, Seeing the Sights
I love to explore. It’s been hardwired into me since infancy, when my family and I went on a camping trip to Maine, and I was less than a month old. That may sound a little far-fetched for some parents, but I am the youngest of nine children and I think my experienced parents had raising kids down to a science. To read more of Mark Stash's editorial from the Sep/Oct 2024 issue, click the link. https://www.lifeinthefingerlakes.com/hitting-the-road-seeing-the-sights/

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08/27/2024 by Mark Stash, Editor I love to explore. It’s been hardwired into me since infancy, when my family and I went on a camping trip to Maine, and I was less than a month