Here are the Community Events Scheduled for August.
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Through August 31st
Trolley into Mark Twain Country 10 am - 2 pm Tuesday through Saturday $2 Adults, $1 Children Take a one-hour narrated tour of historical Elmira, NY aboard "The Elmiran" trolley! Rides leave every hour on the hour from the Holiday Inn Riverview, 760 East Water St., Elmira, NY. The 2 pm ride will take you to beautiful Harris Hill and the National Soaring Museum. For ticket info 607 / 734.4211 info@chemungchamber.org Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend Eldridge Park Carousel Fridays 6pm - 9pm Saturdays Noon - 9:30pm Sundays Noon - 5pm $1 per person How many times will you ride? (607)732-8440 www.ci.elmira.ny.us/dps/park_eldridgecarousel.html Ongoing
Arnot Ogden Medical Center Education Schedule The center offers a wide variety of affordable classes on helpful and healthful subjects. To see the current schedule, go to the Events page on their website at http://arnothealth.org/index.asp?pageId=59 Ongoing
St. Joseph's Hospital Event Schedule The hospital offers a wide variety of affordable classes on helpful and healthful subjects. To see their current schedule, go to the Calendar of Events page on their website at http://www.stjosephs.org/CalendarofEventsMainPage.asp Ongoing
The Red Cross Class Schedule For a complete listing of scheduled courses, please visit The Sullivan Trail Chapter's website at http://www.redcrosselmira.org/classes.htm 911 Stowell St., Elmira, NY (607)734-3317 Through August- 7 Days a Week!
Glider Rides 10am - 6pm Weather Permitting Harris Hill Soaring Center Horseheads, NY No appointments are taken; just drop in- first come, first served basis! (607) 796-2988 www.harrishillsoaring.org Through August 31
Seneca Lake Wine Trail A Riesling to Visit Passport Armed with this little booklet, the Passport enables wine enthusiasts to enjoy a free flight of wines at each of the participating wineries! Passports go on sale April 1, 2008! Only $12 plus tax per person. www.senecalakewine.com Extended through August 31!
“Adventures in the Cinema” Exhibit Monday through Saturday from 9-5 Sunday from 10-5 Featuring props and costumes from the first three Indiana Jones movies and the Young Indiana Jones television shows!The exhibit, which also features props and costumes from The Mummy (1999), The Mummy Returns (2001), Sahara (2005), Secret of the Incas (1954), and the Road to Morocco (1942). Admission is $7.50 for adults, $6.00 for seniors 65 and older, and $4.50 for ages 7-18. Children 6 and under are free. Group rates are available for 10 or more. 607-569-2160. Glenn H. Curtiss Museum of Early Aviation and Local History 8419 State Route 54, Hammondsport, NY www.glennhcurtissmuseum.org Through August 31
The Aviation Art Exhibit Featuring the original art and prints of Robert Bradford, John F. Gould, Ted Williams, Frank Wootton and others! Glenn H. Curtiss Museum of Early Aviation and Local History 8419 State Route 54, Hammondsport, NY Open Monday through Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 10am - 5pm. Admission is $7.50 / adults, $6 / seniors, $4.50 / children ages 7 - 18. Children 6 and under are free! (607) 569-2160 www.glennhcurtissmuseum.org Through September 1
Yosemite 1938: On the Trail with Ansel Adams and Georgia O'Keefe from the National Museum of Wildlife Art Special Exhibition Galleries Rockwell Museum of Western Art 111 Cedar Street, Corning (607) 974.2810 www.rockwellmuseum.org Through September 14
Corning Free Academy Student Exhibit Education Gallery Rockwell Museum of Western Art 111 Cedar Street, Corning (607) 974.2810 www.rockwellmuseum.org Through September 21
Not Your Grandmother's Quilts A special exhibit of The John M. Walsh III Collection of Contemporary Art Quilts Arnot Art Museum 235 Lake Street, Elmira www.arnotartmuseum.org 6th Annual Brand Park Summer Concerts
Maple Avenue in Elmira on Sundays from 3pm - 5pm Sponsored by Elmira Savings Bank, Brand Park Beautification Committee and YMCA! Aug 3 Rock-A-Billy-Rays Aug 10 Prism Aug 17 White Aug 24 Olde Tyme Summer Festival 10am - 5pm Antiques, Classic Car Show, Crafts, Displays and MORE! Brian Hyland Irish Music 11 am - 2pm and Seing Street 2pm - 5pm! Aug 31 Sgro Brothers Chemung County Farmer’s Markets
Big Flats Farmers’ Market
Mondays (June 2-September 29) 3-6 PM In the Community Park at the intersection of Route 352 and Winters Road. Call the village of Big Flats 607-562-8443 for more information. - - - Southport Farmers’ Market Tuesdays (early June through October) 3-6 PM In Chapel Park on Personius Road in Pine City. Call the town of Southport 607-732-1410 for more information. - - - Wisner Market Thursdays (June 5-September 25) 10 AM-2 PM In Wisner Park, Main and W. Church Sts., Elmira. Call Elmira Downtown Development 607-734-0341 for more information. - - - EastSide Market Fridays (June 13-October 17) 3-6 PM On the west lawn of the Holiday Inn Riverview-Elmira, E. Water St., Elmira. Call Cornell Cooperative Extension 607-734-4453 for more information. - - - Horseheads Farmers’ Market Saturdays (May 31-September 27) 10 AM-2 PM In Teal Park, corner of S. Main and Steuben Sts., Horseheads. Call the village of Horseheads 607-739-5691 for more information. SUMMER STAGE AT ELDRIDGE!
Summer 2008 Musical Entertainment Free admission! August 1 Steve Southworth and the Rockabilly Rays 6-9 p.m. August 2 Les Kocianski 6-9 p.m. August 8 Wendy Owens and Renegade 6-9 p.m. August 9 Susan Taylor Trio THEME NIGHT 6-9 p.m. August 16 Michelob Twin Tiers Jazz Festival - 12 Noon - 8 p.m. Featuring Chad Lefkowitz-Brown and SuperNatural,Joe Cavallaro's DixieLand Band and The Jet Set! August 22 White River Band 6-9 p.m. August 23 Alvin and the Upsetters 6-9 p.m. August 29 Steve Southworth and the Rockabilly Rays 6-9 p.m. August 30 Davey Paugh 6-9 p.m. MOVIE: "Shark Tale" - approx. 9:15 p.m. 166th Annual Chemung County Fair
www.chemungcountyfair.com Fair Gates Open 11am Daily
Box Office (607) 734-1203 *Free Parking on The Fairgrounds – When Available Tuesday July 29:
Senior Day, 6o+ Free Admission (11am - 5pm) Harness Racing - Grandstand - 12 Noon 4-H Shows Feature Grandstand Show: Demolition Derby- 7pm Wednesday July 30:
Children's Day, Free Admission 16 & under (11am - 5pm) Wristband Ride Day 4-H Shows Feature Grandstand Show: To Be Announced Thursday July 31:
4-H Shows Feature Grandstand Show: To Be Announced Friday August 1:
Wristband Day Midnight Madness 4-H Shows Open Horse Show- Hunter 8 am Saturday August 2:
Dollar Ride Day 12 Noon - 6pm (Tickets sold 12 Noon - 3pm) 4-H Shows Open Horse Show- Halter/Western 8am Feature Grandstand Show: NYSTPA Tractor Pull - 7pm Sunday August 3: Wristband Ride Day 4-H Shows Open Horse Show- English/Driving/Dressage 8am Feature Grandstand Show: Demolition Derby - 7pm August 1 through August 28
Community Arts of Elmira presents Summer A People's Choice Art Show 6:00pm Reception on the 1st of the month A monthly themed art show open to all artists! Simply submit your piece with $5 fee. Entries must fit in with monthly theme, be exhibition ready and suitable for family viewing. Langdon-Pratt Mansion 413 Lake St., Elmira (607)846-2418 August 1
Chemung River Walks and Talks Life Along the River 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Learn about daily life in 19th Century Elmira through diaries and images from the Booth Library. We will begin at the Chemung Valley History Museum and walk to a point along the Chemung River. The River Walk and Talk is free and will last one hour. Space is limited to 20 people, please call 734-4167 to make reservations. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring a lunch and portable chair, if desired. Chemung Valley History Museum 415 E. Water Street, Elmira www.chemungvalleymuseum.org August 2
11th Annual Hoops for Hospice 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament 9am – 3pm Southern Tier Hospice Office, 11751 East Corning Road, next to Crystal Lanes Bowling Alley Basketball tournament for boys and girls aged 9-17 Teams must have 3-5 players at $5 per player to register. Age brackets are 9-11, 12-14, 15-17 for boys and girls. Must have an adult (18 years or older) / coach for each team as a contact. Call Paul Rossi, 607-962-3100 or online registration forms at www.STHospice.org August 2 & 3
Curtiss Classic Motorcycle Rally 9 am - 5 pm A vintage motorcycle exhibit will be on display and aircraft engine demonstrations will take place. Food will be available on the museum grounds. Motorcycle vendors will be on site Saturday only. A map with points of interest around Keuka Lake will be available. Special museum admission for visitors arriving on a motorcycle during this event will be $4.00 per person. Regular admission is $7.50 for adults, $6.00 for seniors 65 and older, and $4.50 for ages 7-18. Children 6 and under are free. The museum is open daily. 607-569-2160 or info@glennhcurtissmuseum.org Glenn H. Curtiss Museum of Early Aviation and Local History 8419 State Route 54, Hammondsport, NY. August 3
Near Westside Neighborhood Association, Inc. presents 3rd Annual "Elmira Blooms" Garden Tour 1:00 - 4:00 PM $12 general admission, $10 seniors and members Tickets are available in Elmira at Near Westside Neighborhood Assoc; 353 Davis Street, Cappy’s; 205 W. Clinton Street, and The Community Bookstore; 149 W. Gray Street and in Corning at Brown’s Cigar Store; 6 W. Market Street. Call 733-4924 or visit www.nwnainc.com for additional information. August 4
Keuka College Accelerated Studies at CCC & AOMC Information Session 5 - 6:30 pm CCC Business Development Center, First Floor, Corning Earn your bachelor’s or master’s degree from the Keuka College Accelerated Studies for Adults Program (ASAP) in Corning or Elmira. Classes are offered one class at a time, one night a week at the CCC Business Development Center in Corning or at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Complete a bachelor’s degree in as little as 2 years or a master’s degree in 17 months. The BSW program begins this Fall in Corning! Call Admissions Counselor Pat White at (315) 694-1666 to reserve your space. www.Keuka.edu/ASAP August 7 - 10 Centurion Boats at The Glen NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Zippo 200- NASCAR Busch Series Crown Royal 200 Grand-AM Rolex Sports Car Series Watkins Glen International (866)461-RACE www.TheGlen.com August 9 through December 31
The History of Chemung Canal Trust Company CCTC’s first headquarters was located at 415 East Water Street, the current site of the Chemung County Historical Society and Chemung Valley History Museum. Come explore the 175 years of the bank's history through an exhibit filled with mementos and artifacts, photographs and memories. Chemung County Historical Society Members have free admission, admission charges for non-members are $3/Adults, $2/Senior Citizens (55+), $1/Students up to age 18, and children under 5 are free! Chemung Canal Trust Company...Celebrating 175 Years www.chemungcanal.com August 11
Keuka College Accelerated Studies at CCC & AOMC Information Session 4 - 6 pm Arnot Ogden Medical Center – Petrie Conf. Room,Elmira Earn your bachelor’s or master’s degree from the Keuka College Accelerated Studies for Adults Program (ASAP) in Corning or Elmira. Classes are offered one class at a time, one night a week at the CCC Business Development Center in Corning or at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Complete a bachelor’s degree in as little as 2 years or a master’s degree in 17 months. The BSW program begins this Fall in Corning! Call Admissions Counselor Pat White at (315) 694-1666 to reserve your space. www.Keuka.edu/ASAP August 13
Music, Margaritas & Sunsets on the Terrace featuring The Lucky Ducks Museum Terrace 5:30 - 8:30 pm Reservations preferred, Members FREE, Not-Yet-Members $6.50, Students w/ID $5.50 Rockwell Museum of Western Art 111 Cedar Street, Corning (607) 974.2810 www.rockwellmuseum.org August 22
Get on the Bus! Chemung Canal 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Join Gary Emerson as he takes you along portions of the original Chemung Canal route. You will briefly stop in Horseheads, Millport, Montour Falls, and Watkins Glen. There will be very minimal amount of walking. Call for reservations by Friday, August 15. Price includes a two hour tour and lunch at CVHM upon return. $15 for members and $20 for non-members. For reservations call 734-4167. Chemung Valley History Museum 415 E. Water Street, Elmira www.chemungvalleymuseum.org August 23
24th Annual Strong Kids Safe Kids Festival 10 am - 3 pm Come and join us for a day or free family oriented fun for children and parents! Check out the Imagination Station, join our Jamboree Parade, enjoy magic shows, dancing, singing and more! Chemung County Fairgrounds Horseheads, NY www.elmirasksk.com August 23 & 24
Chemung Valley Living History Center presents The Revolutionary War Reenactment Saturday 10 am - 5 pm Sunday 10 am - 4 pm Newtown Battlefield State Park 451 Oneida Road Elmira, NY 14901 For more information, please call (607) 733-0950. www.chemungvalley.org August 30 & 31
Genundowa: 15th Annual Festival of Lights Historic Village Square Hammondsport, NY www.genundowa.com www.hammondsport.org |
