Museum of Wayne County History Exhibit:"Wayne County Call of Duty: The War of 1812" will open. Call the Museum for more information. (315) 946-4943. www.waynehistory.org
Wayne County Council for the ArtsClasses & Workshops for children and adults, 108 West Miller Street, Newark (315) 331-4593. www.waynearts.wordpress.com
May 1-31: Paws For A CauseBuy a paw print for $1 in memory of or in honor of someone or a beloved pet. The paws will be hung in the Humane Society Shalter until after their open house. Paw Prints can be bought at various stores through out Wayne County and the Humane Society of Wayne County Shelter. www.hswaynepets.org May 1: Long Acre Farms Opening DayFarm market, ice cream shop and courtyard activities open for the season. Long Acre Farms, 1342 Eddy Road, Macedon http://www.longacrefarms.com/
May 2: Tony Bennett- His Life and MusicWilliamson-Pultneyville Historical Society will be hosting Tony Bennett and Guest Speaker, Doris Admek. Come and learn more about this engaging entertainer who has been a legend in his own time! Fee: FREE! and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. 7pm. 4130 Mill Street, Pultneyville 14538
May 4 - May 13: LOC Spring Derby
The Lake Ontario counties annually host a series of the world’s best freshwater tournaments know as the LOC Derby. Thousands of anglers hit the lake each year in pursuit of thousands of dollars in cash prizes for salmon, lake trout, brown trout and rainbow/steelhead trout. Registration sites and weigh stations are located along the entire southern Lake Ontario shoreline. www.loc.org. (888) 733-5246
May 5: Dinner for the CUREThe Pultneyville Deli is participating in Dinner for a CURE which is raising funds to help find a cure for type 1 Diabetes. Dinner options will include: Pulled Pork plate or Pulled Brisket plate with two sides for $10, or sandwich with no sides for $6; hot dog with one side for $5. All meals sold with your choice of bottled water or soda. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to JDRF on behalf of Brain Deb Lange, owners of the Pultneyville Deli Co. which also includes all tipping (so tip well). 4 pm to 7 pm. Pultneyville Deli Co., 4120 Lake Road, Williamson.May 5: Butler Church Museum Open for Visitors10 am to 2 pm. Butler Center Road, Butler.www.bhpsbutlerny.org
May 5: Roe Cobblestone Schoolhouse Open for Visitors 10am to 2 pm. Corner of Van Vleck Road and Route 89 in Butler.www.bhpsbutlerny.org
May 5: Chicken BarbecueWalworth Fire Department, 2178 Church Street, Walworth. 4pm to 6pm.
May 5: Cracker Box Palace Open House & Derby DayWalk the farm, meet the animals, take a hay ride and have some fun! 10am to 3pm. Derby Day begins at 3pm with a silent hat auction. The hats will be from local businesses and individuals and they will decorated for the Derby. Join everyone at the Bunkhouse to watch the Kentucky Derby on a big screen TV. All proceeds to benefit Cracker Box palace. Cracker Box Palace, 6450 Shaker Road, Alton. www.crackerboxpalace.org
May 5: Chicken BBQ3:30 pm to 6:30pm Adult $8.50 Children $5 East Palmyra Fire Department, 2145 Whitbeck Road, Palmyra.
May 5: 14th Annual Pines of PeaceCharity Luncheon & Auction, Guest Auctioneer: Carol Ritter-Wright. At Sodus Bay Heights Restaurant, 7030 Bay View Drive, Sodus Point. Check-in, silent Auction and Preview began at 11 am. Lunch will be served at Noon. Auction will be immediately following. Cost $25. Call (315) 524-2388 by May 1 for lunch selections, information and tickets.
May 5: Annual Wildlife FestivalThe Montezuma Audubon Center will be hosting its 6th Annual Wildlife Festival from 10am to 3pm. The Wildlife Festival will bring enthusiasts together to discover the wonders of nature, the wealth of healthy living through recreation, and the richness of history that surrounds the area. It is a family fun festival that will be active and alive with outdoor education activities, entertainment for all, and of course a place to have some good food! Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 Route 89, Savannah. http://ny.audubon.org/CentersEdu_Montezuma-Events.html
May 5: Lip Smackin McCraken BBQ BBQ Pulled Pork Dinner at the Wolcott VFW (across from the Pit Stop) from noon until sold out. This event is to help support American Cancer Society Relay for Life of North Wayne County and Jonesen For a Cure. Tickets are available at the Wolcott VFW.
May 5-6: Cinco de Vino Visit each of the Lake Ontario wineries for a unique Sangria and Salsa. Each winery will feature a wine in a Sangria recipe and a Salsa pairing. Tickets are $10 each or 2/$15. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or at your starting winery. Cash only at the door please. This is a self guided tour. You get to choose where to start and end! http://www.lakeontariowinetrail.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=93&Itemid=56
May 5,6: Spring Valley Greenhouse Open HouseAnnual Spring Open House, many specials. Free seminars, refreshments, free clematis plant and garden tours. 9am to 5pm. Spring Valley Greenhouse, 3242 Dansen Road, Walworth. www.springvalleygreenhouse.com
May 6:Sodus Crop WalkThe Sodus Crop walk sponsored by the Sodus Council of Church invites all to participate. Walker envelopes may be obtained by calling (315) 483-4259. We walk because they walk. Millions of people around the world walk long distances every day to get water; to bring home food for their families; to find wood for fuel and fodder for livestock; to farm distant fields, to find medical care when illness strike. etc. Make a difference in your community and the world. Join CROP walk or sponser a CROP walker. Regestration is at 1 pm and the walk begins at 1:30 pm at the Church of Epiphany Parish hall, 105 West Main St 26 Orchard Park ,Sodus 14551.
May 6: Pancake BreakfastWalworth Fire Department, 2178 Church Street, Walworth. 8am to 11am
May 6: Touch of BrassA musical jazz group, will be performing during the worship service at The First United Presbyterian Church in Sodus, 31 West Main Street. 10 am.Free admission and all are welcomed.
May 7: Social Networking SeminarOntario Chamber of Commerce, 6551 Knickerbocker Road. Free, registration required. (315) 589-8286.
May 12: The Jailbird Antique FestivalThe museum's three floors will be filled with antique dealers. Lunch will be served. To reserve booth space call the Museum of Wayne County History at (315) 946-4943. 21 Butternut Street, Lyons. 9am to 5pm. www.waynehistory.org
May 13: Happy Mother's Day From Long Acre FarmsFree Ice Cream Sundae and wine tasting for Moms. Long Acre Farms, 1342 Eddy Road, Macedon. www.longacrefarms.com
May 13: Mother's Day Dinner at Pultneyville Grill
Serving starts at 12 pm and goes until 7 pm. Reservations encouraged. The Pultneyville Grill, 4135 Mill Street (Lake Rd.), Pultneyville. (315) 589-4512 www.pultneyvillegrill.com
May 14,: Red Elvises – Palmyra Pirate FundraiserThe “Red Elvises are returning for a Palmyra Pirate at the Palmyra VFW on Route 31. Doors open at 6pm. Kids in the Band Hall start at 7pm and the Red Elvises at 8pm. Tickets are only $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Visit www.eriecanalpirates.com for more information.
May 16: Nature Photography Hike Join Naturalist and Nature Photographer Dave Spier for a hike around our forest, grassland and wetlands to capture the sights and sounds of spring. Dave has years of experience teaching new photographers basic techniques and experienced photographers new ways of capturing natural moments. Life has returned to Montezuma. Capture these precious moments with one of our most knowledgeable naturalists. Fee*: $3/child, $5/adult, $15/family.9am to 10:30am. 315-365-3588 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
May 17: Montezuma Birding Van TourMigrating songbirds are on the move as the spring migration season is in full swing. Hop in our van for an excursion to Montezuma’s birding hot-spots where dozens of warbler, vireo, and thrush and sparrow species can bee seen and heard! Participants are encouraged to bring their camera and binoculars. Expect to walk up to 3 miles. 8am to 11am. Fee: $7.50/child; $10/adult, $30/family. 315-365-3588 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
May 17-19: Heritage Square Museum Spring Barn Sale Lots of great bargains. 9am to 8pm on Thurs, Fri from 9am to 4pm and Sat from 9am to noon. Bag sale on Sat. Heritage Square, 7147 Ontario Center Road, Ontario. www.heritagesquaremuseum.org
May 17-20: Williamson Apple Blossom Festival Carnival, kiddie parade. Arts & Crafts, entertainment, fireworks. For more information www.williamsonappleblossom.com
May 18: Northern Wayne County Relay for LifeSodus High School. Fundraiser for American Cancer Society.
May 18 & 19: Heritage Weekend featuring the War of 1812Heritage Weekend featuring the War of 1812 and the people who fought from our community. General John Swift, Rhoda Swift and Mrs. Wm. Howe Cuyler will all be there. Tours of all museums given $7 per person. 12pm to 4pm. Palmyra Historical Museum, 132 Market Street, Palmyra. www.historicpalmyrany.com.
May 18 &20: Heritage weekend Featuring War of 1812, PalmyraGeneral John Swift, Rhoda Swift, and Mrs. Wm. Howe Cuyler will all be there. Tours of all museums will be given, $7 per person. 12 to 4pm.
May 19: Spring Yard SaleSponsored by Wayne County Historical Society. Drop off day for gently used items is May 15th from 1pm to 3pm. Pure Oil Station, Route 14 and Canal Street. 9am to 5pm. www.waynehistory.org
May 19: Lincoln Fire Department Chicken BBQ4pm till sold out. Lincoln Fire Department, 719 Plank Road, Walworth.
May 19: Side Walk Art Show
8420 Bay Street, Sodus Point. Free to the public and all artists. Lots of room to display your works. Rain date is following day. 9am to 5pm. For more info call Mike at (508) 776-5096.
May 20: KSK Car ShowClassics, Hot Rods, Motorcycles, Race Cars,4X4, Modern Customs, ALL WELCOMEDLots of Food; Chicken & Ribs BBQ Dinners (presale available), Pizza, Festival Foods, Swap Meet, Car Corral, Sponsorship Showcase, DJ Services, Goodie Bags to all Participants, 50/50 Raffles Beginning at 12:00, Judging From 1:00pm-3:00pm, Awards Presentation at 3:30pm All proceeds go to Kelley School Kids PTA Newark High School, 625 Peirson Avenue, Newark 14513 http://kskcarshow.com/
May 20: Williamson - Sodus Airport Flyong Club Fly-In BreakfastRoute 104, Williamson. 7am to 1pm.
May 20: Bristol Mountain Bluegrass Band
“Bristol Mountain Bluegrass” performs the best of favorite old-time and traditional bluegrass tunes. Weather permitting, the concert will be held outside. 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Wayne County Council for the Arts is located at 108 W. Miller Street, Newark. (315) 331-4593. www.waynearts.wordpress.com.
May 20: Wallington Fire Dept. Spring Bog & Grog
Vehicles will drive through the mud and try not to get stuck. New hills and more mud than last year. No ATV's, dogs, grills or glass containers. Entrance Fee $8 Noon to 5pm. Wallington Fire Department, 7863 Ridge Road, Wallington. www.wallingtonfd.com
May 26: Birding and Boating SeriesJoin us for the first canoe paddle of the season while the water is high and the biting insects aren't so bad. We’ll explore the waterways of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex and find out what birds are singing, flying or swimming along the way. Bring your own canoe/kayak or rent a canoe from us. 1:30pm to 4:30pm. Fee: $7.50/child without boat rental; $12.50/adult without boat rental; $40/canoe rental (maximum 2 adults plus 1 child). 315-365-3588 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
May 26,27: Survival Shelter Building and Camp OutLearn to build a lean-to, a fire circle and cook dinner. Late night hike with flashlights. Sleep in the lean-to, cook breakfast and then help with morning chores. Sat at noon to Sun 1pm. Cracker Box Palace, 6450 Shaker Road, Alton. www.crackerboxpalace.com
May 31: Shade Grown Coffee House and Open Mic NightThe Montezuma Audubon Center hosts a coffee house/open mic featuring local music and talent. Come relax and enjoy the music or sign up to perform. The coffee house will feature a brief presentation on Important Bird Areas in the region. 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Fee: FREE! 315-365-3588 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
WayneCounty Grandslam Youth Fishing DerbyFor ages 4-16 years. Must fish in Wayne County waters. For more information call (800) 527-6510 or visit www.waynecountytourism.com
Memorial Day ParadeOntario, NY Hosted by American Legion, 10am. This calendar is published by the Wayne County Office of Tourism. Inclusion in this publication does not constitute an endorsement. While every effort is made to insure accuracy, the Wayne County Office of Tourism cannot assume responsibility for changes in details and rates.www.waynecountytourism.com - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it - 800-527-6510