Community Calendar

Come ride the restored river boat, Rose Lummis, on Sodus Bay! Save our Sodus offers 90-minute and two-hour cruises between May 8 and September 26, leaving from Oak Park Marina in North Rose, NY. Whether you're taking the kids on an eco-tour, or getting a guided history and wildlife cruise, or simply soaking up the sunset with local music, food and wine -- we invite you to experience Sodus Bay on board the Rose Lummis. Booking information at http://www.saveoursodus.com/roselummis.

This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on. Have a lesson in the authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds. Follow Lorenzo’s Facebook and Instagram for special activities and scheduling changes. Sensory friendly. Admission is free.

Come ride the restored river boat, Rose Lummis, on Sodus Bay! Save our Sodus offers 90-minute and two-hour cruises between May 8 and September 26, leaving from Oak Park Marina in North Rose, NY. Whether you're taking the kids on an eco-tour, or getting a guided history and wildlife cruise, or simply soaking up the sunset with local music, food and wine -- we invite you to experience Sodus Bay on board the Rose Lummis. Booking information at http://www.saveoursodus.com/roselummis.

This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on. Have a lesson in the authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds. Follow Lorenzo’s Facebook and Instagram for special activities and scheduling changes. Sensory friendly. Admission is free.

Join the community for Praise in the Park, a rain-or-shine gathering featuring worship, food, and community support. Attendees can enjoy live music and lunch while supporting local farmers, crafters, and vendors. All proceeds from the event will go toward missionaries serving overseas.

• When: Sept. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Where: Fair Haven Central Park, Sterling, NY 13156
• Cost: Free to attend

Vendor & Donation Information:

• Vendors: 10x10 outdoor spaces are available for a vendor fee of $10 and a raffle basket. To become a vendor, contact Mary Simmons via email at msim621@gmail.com or Wendy Webster at 315-529-7163.
• Donations & Involvement: To get involved or donate, contact Mary Simmons at msim621@gmail.com.

Come ride the restored river boat, Rose Lummis, on Sodus Bay! Save our Sodus offers 90-minute and two-hour cruises between May 8 and September 26, leaving from Oak Park Marina in North Rose, NY. Whether you're taking the kids on an eco-tour, or getting a guided history and wildlife cruise, or simply soaking up the sunset with local music, food and wine -- we invite you to experience Sodus Bay on board the Rose Lummis. Booking information at http://www.saveoursodus.com/roselummis.

St. Paul’s Syracuse will host a presentation on the history of the Erie Canal as part of a series celebrating the church’s bicentennial.

Date & Time: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, at 11:45 a.m.

Location: St. Paul’s Syracuse (the Downtown Episcopal Church with the big red doors), 220 E. Fayette St., Syracuse

Details: This presentation is the second installment in a series of historical events marking 200 years since the church was founded.

Join art historian Elisabeth Genter Montevecchio for a free 45-minute tour highlighting Lorenzo’s amazing fine art collection, including works by Sanford Gifford, Edward Moran, Jasper Cropsey, Dwight Williams, and 17th-century Dutch Masters. Reservations are required as space is limited. Call 315-655-3200, ext. 106 or email: jacqueline.roshia@parks.ny.gov
Admission to the program is free.

Come ride the restored river boat, Rose Lummis, on Sodus Bay! Save our Sodus offers 90-minute and two-hour cruises between May 8 and September 26, leaving from Oak Park Marina in North Rose, NY. Whether you're taking the kids on an eco-tour, or getting a guided history and wildlife cruise, or simply soaking up the sunset with local music, food and wine -- we invite you to experience Sodus Bay on board the Rose Lummis. Booking information at http://www.saveoursodus.com/roselummis.

Monday, September 14, at 5 p.m., held online

Ticks and the serious diseases they cause are in the news. While ticks are commonly associated with Lyme Disease, different tick-borne diseases are becoming prevalent in New York State. Learn about these diseases and the latest recommendations for safety, diagnosis and treatment, and the work being done to help.

Speaker: Saravanan Thangamani, PhD, Director of SUNY Center for Vector-borne Diseases and Vector Biocontainment Laboratories, Professor of Microbiology and Immunology, Upstate Medical University