Wayne County Winter Events

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Christmas Tree GrowersA visit to a farm during the holidays can now be enjoyed by the whole family. On selected farms throughout Wayne County the Welcome Mat is out with holiday spirit. Come, spend an hour or a day picking the perfect tree that will be the focus of your holiday festivity. Many farms have a full array of holiday decorations and gifts to enchant friends and family.

Wayne County Holiday Calendar : 2014 a publication of Wayne County Office of Tourism

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Multi-Month EventsAlexander’s Christmas Trees: Open Fri-Sun November 21. Choose and Cut. Santa visits. Large selection of Douglas Fir. Baling and drilling available. 2269 Trimble Road, Ontario. (315) 524-9083. www.alexanderstrees.com

Franke’s Christmas Trees: Open Nov 28 through Dec 21, Fri-Sun from 9am to 5pm. We offer cut your own and pre-cut Christmas trees. Large variety of trees. Natural evergreen designer wreaths, kissing balls and novelty decorations. Wagons to haul out your tree, free tree shaking, baling and drilling for the Yule Stand System. 4653 Eddy Ridge Road, Marion (315) 926-5907. www.frankesnursery.com

Keymel Christmas Trees: Open on weekends after Thanksgiving. Harvest your own tree. We provide saws and staff. Wagon ride to the trees. Wreaths, kissing balls available. 4836 Walworth-Ontario Road, Walworth. (315) 524-9205. www.stoneyelmalpaca.com/ChristmasTrees.htm

Urtz’s Evergreens: Opens for the season on November 28. Cut your own tree at 3444 Cole Road, Marion. Specializing in Frasier Fir, Douglas Fir, Balsam Fir and Concolor Fir. Pre-cut, potted and wreaths available. Open Fri from noon to 5pm and Sat/Sun from 9am to 5pm. (315) 597-6121. www.urtzevergreens.com

Wayne County Council for the Arts: Classes & Workshops for children and adults, 108 West Miller Street, Newark. (315) 331-4593. www.waynearts.wordpress.com

November 1 : Chicken Barbeque: Williamson Fire Department, 6286 Route 21, Williamson. 2pm-5pm. (315) 589-6741. Take outs only.www.wfc1.org

1-2 : Annual Fall Harvest Antique Show & Sale: Over 50 dealers. Appraisals, glass & china repair. Sat 10am-5pm and Sun 10am-4pm. Lunch and refreshments available. Williamson High School, 5891 Route 21, Williamson. www.wcada.com

1-2 : Mackenzie’s Christmas Open House: Mackenzie’s, 138 East Main Street, Palmyra. Specialty retail shop. (315) 597-5986. www.mymackenzies.com

7-9 : Good Old Days Country Shop Christmas Open House: Our biggest event of the year. The shop will be full of the sites, sounds and smells of the season. Christmas decorating ideas and gifts for everyone on your list. Old mixed with the new. 7643 Jay Street, Pultneyville. 9am to 5pm. (315) 589-2775. www.goodolddayscountryshop.com

7-9 : LW Emporium Holiday Open House: 6355 Knickerbocker Road, Ontario. Time to “Deck the Halls” & prepare for the holidays. Join us for refreshments, door prizes & finding that perfect gift. www.lwemporium.com

8 : Corn Maze Cycle Cross Race: Watch cycle cross racers from across the state compete in a race through the corn, mud and unpredictable Farm terrain. Long Acre Farms, 1342 Eddy Road, Macedon. www.longacrefarms.com

14-16 : Winter Wonderland Shopping Fling: Get ready to shop for the holidays with Wayne County gift shops that will be open with special hours for the weekend and offering refreshments, free gifts and drawings. Each shopper will also receive a special surprise from each shop just for visiting. 10am to 5pm. www.waynecountyshoppingfling.com

15 : Red Creek PTA Annual Health/Craft Fair: 9am to 1pm. Red Creek High School Cafeteria. Turkey Trot run/walk, blood drive, Operation Safe Child, Car Seat Inspection, craft show.

15 : South Main Emporium Holiday Open House & Serrv Sale: 604 South Main Street, Newark. An eclectic mix of small shops offering gifts, holiday decor, handcrafts from around the world and more. Refreshments throughout the day. (315) 331-3340. 10am to 4pm.

20-22 : Historic Palmyra’s Holiday Bazaar: Vendors, luncheon, special gifts, antiques and crafts. No charge for admittance. Thur and Fri 10am to 5pm with luncheon at 11:30 am until gone (about 1:30 pm), Sat 10am to 2pm. Alling Coverlet Museum, 122 William Street, Palmyra. (315) 597-6981. www.historicpalmyrany.com

22 : Wallington Fire Department Turkey Party: 7863 Old Ridge Road, Sodus. 7pm. www.wallingtonfd.com

22 : Holiday Open House at the Apple Shed: Fall markdowns, refreshments, samples and door prizes. www.theappleshed.com

28 : Santa in the Park: Sodus Village Park. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at 6pm with gifts for the children plus cookies, hot chocolate, music and fun.

28, 29 : Boerman’s Holiday Open House: 4398 Ridge Chapel Road, Marion. 11am to 5pm. All 7 barns and trailers have sale items. www.boermansfurniturefarm.com

30 : Pictures with Santa at The Apple Shed: 1pm to 3pm. www.theappleshed.com

December

Snowshoe At the Montezuma Audubon Center: Snowshoes are available for rent. Call (315) 365-3588 or visit ny.audubon.org/montezuma.htm MAC, 2295 Route 89, Savannah.

1-25 : Humane Society Tree of Lights for the Animals: Help us decorate our holiday tree by purchasing lights and ornaments in memory of a beloved pet. 1475 County House Road, Lyons. (315) 946-3389. www.hswaynepets.org

5 : Macedon Village Tree Lighting & Santa Parade: Free family event. 7pm at Macedon American Legion. Refreshments.

5 : Annual RPO Holiday Concert: Newark High School Auditorium, 625 Peirson Ave, Newark. 7:30pm.

5-6 : Holiday Boutique: Artisans and crafters fill the museum for 2 days only. Lunch served from 11am to 2pm. Boutique runs from 10am to 6pm. Wayne County Museum, 21 Butternut Street, Lyons. www.waynehistory.org

6 : Historic Palmyra Candlelight Holiday Homestead Tour: Tour of historic homes in the Village of Palmyra and 2 museums. Begin at the Wm. Phelps General Store, 4pm to 8pm. Different homes in this village of amazing architecture. (315) 597-6981. www.historicpalmyrany.com

6 : Holiday Open House at the Humane Society:1475 County House Road, Lyons. Stop by for coffee, cider and cookies to visit the animals and browse our gift area to purchase something for your furry friends. 10am to 2pm. www.hswaynepets.org

6 : Family Holiday Fest: Sodus Point Community Center. 11am to 2pm. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a visit. Cookies, hot cocoa, door prizes, games and fire truck rides.

6 : Holly Days in Marion: United Church Holiday Bazaar and food. Marion High School German Club, Breakfast with Santa, Marion Town Library. Contact MCDCGroup@gmail.com for more info.

6 : Holiday Gift Shop Open House: Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society, 4130 Mill St., Pultneyville. 10am to 3pm. Find all those special, individual items needed to make your Christmas giving and decorating personal and unique. (315) 589-9892. www.w-phs.org 6 : Pictures With Santa at The Apple Shed: 10am to noon. www.theappleshed.com

6,7 : Christmas Around the World with the Lake Ontario Wine Trail: Celebrate the season with festive wine and food pairings from around the world! 12pm to 5pm. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased online in advance or at your starting winery. This is a self guided tour, you get to choose where to start and end. www.lakeontariowinetrail.com

7 : Pultneyville Illumination Event: 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Pultneyville Reformed Church.

7: Annual Holiday Open House: Marbletown Schoolhouse & Newark-Arcadia Museum.12pm to 4pm. Museum open house; Schoolhouse: arts & crafts. (315) 331-6409. Newark Arcadia Museum, 120 High Street, Newark; Marbletown Schoolhouse, 6631 Miller Road, Newark. www.newarkarcadiamuseum.org

12 : Christmas on the Erie: T. Spencer Knight Park, Newark, 6pm to 8pm. Lights, hot chocolate, donuts, cider and more. Sponsored by Newark Chamber of Commerce. (315) 331-2705. www.newarknychamber.org

13 : Christmas Cookie Sale: Cookie Sale will take place in the church dining hall from 10am - all sold out. “Cookies good enough to give as a gift” will feature decorated cutouts, fruit and nut filled, gingerbread, fudge, and many holiday specialties. Price is $7.00 a pound. The First United Methodist Church. 301 South Main Street, Newark (315) 331-3895.

13,14 : Pictures With Santa at The Apple Shed: 13th from 3pm to 5pm; 14th from 1pm to 3pm. www.theappleshed.com

14 : Community Holiday FireworksWallington Fire Department, 7863 Old Ridge Road. Beautiful display of fireworks. Refreshments at 5pm. Fireworks at 6pm. www.wallingtonfd.com

14 : An Afternoon with Jeff SawyerPiano music in the celebration of Christmas. 3pm to 5pm. Free admission. Wolcott First Presbyterian Church, Main St., Wolcott.

26-27 : Boerman’s Holiday Open House: 4398 Ridge Chapel Road, Marion. 11am to 5pm. All 7 barns and trailers have sale items. www.boermansfurniturefarm.com

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. 800-527-6510 www.waynecountytourism.com

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Christmas Tree Growers

Alexander’s Christmas Tree Farm2269 Trimble Road, Ontario (315) 524-9083www.alexanderstrees.com

If you want a beautiful Christmas tree, come and visit our Choose & Cut farm. Quality is our specialty. Large selection of Douglas Fir. Limited supply of Fraser and Concolor Fir. Baling and drilling available. OPEN: Fri–Sun from 9am to dusk beginning Nov 21

The Apple Shed3391 Fairville Maple Ridge Road, Newark (315) 331-6294www.theappleshed.com

We offer fresh cut and u-cut Christmas trees as well as handmade evergreen wreaths beginning Thanksgiving weekend. Cider is available through Christmas along with apples, potatoes and onions. We have a great selection of crafts, candles, mixes, cookbooks, local soaps and cookie cutters. We also offer local maple syrup, honey and cheese products. Located one mile west of Fairville four corners off Route 88 north of Newark. Last day of season Dec 21.SPECIAL EVENTS:

Winter Wonderland Shopping Fling • Nov 14–16 Holiday Open House • Nov 22 Pictures with Santa • Nov 30: 1pm–3pm; Dec 6: 10am–noon;

Dec 13: 3pm–5pm; Dec 14: 1pm–3pm

Franke’s Nursery LLC4653 Eddy Ridge Road, Marion (315) 926-5907www.frankesnursery.com

DIRECTIONS: From Route 21 take Warner Road, turn left on Eddy Ridge Road, turn left on Boss Road Extension.We offer cut your own and pre-cut Christmas trees. Varieties include Fraser, Douglas, Balsam, Turkish, Concolor Fir and Colorado Blue Spruce. Natural evergreen designer wreaths, kissing balls and novelty decorations. Wagons to haul out your tree, free tree shaking, baling and drilling for the Yule Stand System.OPEN: Nov 28–Dec 21–Fri–Sun: 9am–5pm

Keymel Christmas Trees4836 Walworth–Ontario Road, Walworth (315) 524-9205www.stoneyelmalpaca.com/ChristmasTrees.htm

Harvest your own Christmas tree. We provide the saws and staff. Wagon ride to the trees. Wreaths, kissing balls also available. OPEN: 9am–4:30pm on weekends after Thanksgiving

Urtz’s Evergreens, LLC Corner of Parker and Cole Roads, Palmyra (315) 597-6121 www.urtzevergreens.com

DIRECTIONS: From Route 21 North, turn west onto Cole Road; farm located on south side of road at corner of Cole and Parker Roads. Follow signs off Maple Avenue or Route 441.

Come discover the fun of cutting your own tree that’s fresh, fragrant and of high quality. Sizes from 5 ft to 12 ft. Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir and Concolor Fir. Cut your own trees, pre-cut and potted; fresh hand-made wreaths. Free refreshments, tree baling and drilling. Tree stands of all sizes and small indoor gift shop. Come in and warm up by the fire. Easy access to all trees. Gazebo for picture taking.OPEN: Nov 28–Christmas: Fri 12pm to 5pm; Sat & Sun 9am to 5pm

HOLIDAY SHOPPING

Artisans’ Loft4135 Mill Street, The Landing at Pultneyville, Pultneyville (315) 589-5000www.thelandingatpultneyville.com

Delight family and friends with a gift of fine art this holiday season. For “artful” giving select from a collection of original oils, acrylics and watercolors, ceramics, jewelry, metal sculptures, mirrors and hand-crafted wooden pieces. OPEN: Wed 6pm–8pm; Thurs & Fri 1pm–3pm and 6pm–8pm; Sat 1pm–4pm and 6pm–8pm; Sun 1pm–4pm SPECIAL EVENTS:

For Artful Giving • October–December

Lukacs Pottery Studio7060 Route 14, Sodus Point (315) 483-4357www.lukacspottery.com

Mark and Cathy Lukacs have been creating pottery since 1978. Their work includes mugs, bowls and more unusual pieces such as flutes, cat banks and teddy bear nightlights. Visitors will discover unique gifts of pottery and other fine crafts for special people and special occasions.OPEN: Tues–Sun: 10am–6pmSPECIAL EVENTS:

Winter Wonderland Shopping Fling • Nov 14–16

Mackenzie’s138 East Main Street, Palmyra (315) 597-5986www.mymackenzies.com

Enjoy shopping at Mackenzie’s specialty retail boutique, locally owned and operated. Open Tues–Sat from 10am–5pm. Open Sun from 12pm–4pm, September–December. Closed January. Shop local. Shop happy. Shop Mackenzie’s. SPECIAL EVENTS:

Mackenzie’s Christmas Open House • Nov 1,2

RESTAURANTS

Orbaker’s Drive-In4793 Route 104, Williamson (315) 589-9701www.orbakers.com

Open all year in the heart of apple and wine country! We have been serving extraordinary food and ice cream since 1932. Fast, friendly service and delicious food. Stop in for the homemade chili, soups, salads, famous ground steaks and cheeseburgers, hot turkey sandwich, fries and chili dogs. Seating for 90+ people. OPEN: 11am–8pm, daily

MUSEUMS

Historic Palmyra 5 MUSEUMS…1 DESTINATION 132 Market Street, Palmyra (315) 597-6981www.historicpalmyrany.com

Winter hours Tuesday – Thursday from 11am to 4pm. Group tours welcome. Shop at the Alling Coverlet Gift Shop. Unique USA made woven goods, puzzles and art work. Gift certificates available. Closed Christmas to New Years. Ghost hunts all year. Don’t miss the Wm. Phelps General Store, Alling Coverlet Museum, Historical Museum, Palmyra Print Shop and the Erie Canal Depot. Steps from the Erie Canal with plenty of parking. SPECIAL EVENTS:

Holiday Bazaar • Nov 20–21: 10am–5pm luncheon both days; Nov 22: 10am–2pm

Historic Palmyra Candlelight Holiday Homestead Tour • Dec 6: 4pm–8pm

Historic Sites of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

603 State Route 21, Palmyra (315) 597-5851www.hillcumorah.org

Visitor’s facilities at the Hill Cumorah, Smith family homes, Book of Mormon Publication site and Visitor Center are open daily year-round from 9am to dusk. Visitor Center closes at 9pm. Free guided tours and displays available.

Museum Of Wayne County History21 Butternut Street, Lyons (315) 946-4943www.waynehistory.org

Located in the former Wayne County Jail and sheriff’s residence. Built in 1856. Many exhibits and changing displays. OPEN: Tues–Fri 10am–4pmSPECIAL EVENTS:

Holiday Boutique • Dec 5,6: 10am–6pm, lunch 11am–2pm and Coffee and desserts available all day

WINERIES & DISTILLERIES

Apple Country Spirits3274 Eddy Road, Williamson (315) 589-8733www.applecountryspirits.com

Apple Country Spirits is the first legal distillery in Wayne County since Prohibition. It is located on the sprawling 800 acre DeFisher Fruit Farm, now run by fourth generation owner David DeFisher. ACS specializes in fruit based spirits and specialty hard ciders. Great opportunity for holiday shopping!OPEN: Friday–Sunday: noon to 5pmSPECIAL EVENTS:

Lake Ontario Wine Trail’s “Christmas around the World” • Dec 6,7

JD Wine Cellars1339 Eddy Road, Macedon (315) 986-4202www.jdwinecellars.com

JD Wine Cellars offers over 15 varieties of handcrafted red, white and fruit wines. Wine tastings are offered in our family friendly tasting room with grape juice for the younger members of your group. Gift items, fudge and gourmet foods are offered along with gift baskets for your holiday shopping needs. After hours group tastings available with reservations.

OPEN: Fri-Sun 12pm to 5pm and by appointment, check website for additional holiday hours and special events.SPECIAL EVENTS:

Winter Wonderland Shopping Fling • Nov 14-16 Lake Ontario Wine Trail’s “Christmas around the World” • Dec 6,7

Thorpe Vineyard 8150 Chimney Heights Boulevard, Wolcott (315) 594-2502www.thorpevineyard.com

Located ½ mile east of Chimney Bluffs “the Little Winery on the Great Lake” was established in 1988. Jailhouse Wine to help raise funds for the Wayne County Historical Society is available along with our repertoires that are primarily crafted from our home grown grapes.

OPEN: Nov & Dec, Sat – Sun from noon to 5pm and by appointment SPECIAL EVENTS:

Winter Wonderland Shopping Fling • Nov 14-16 Lake Ontario Wine Trail’s “Christmas around the World” • Dec 6,7

Young Sommer Winery4287 Jersey Road, Williamson (315) 589-8861www.yswinery.com

The winery, located just one mile south of Lake Ontario, two miles north of Williamson is nestled in the center of our farm overlooking orchards and expanding vineyards. We specialize in award winning grape and fruit wines that embody the unique climate that clings to the Lake Ontario shoreline.

OPEN: Fri–Sun from noon to 5pm and by appointmentSPECIAL EVENTS:

Winter Wonderland Shopping Fling • Nov 14-16 Lake Ontario Wine Trail’s “Christmas around the World” • Dec 6,7

Lake Ontario Wine Trailwww.lakeontariowinetrail.com

Boutique wineries, charming Bed & Breakfasts, great restaurants, bountiful farm markets, historic sites and fun adventures for the kids….on the Lake Ontario Wine Trail, we’ve got it all! Tour our website then travel the trail – you’ll be glad you did.SPECIAL EVENTS:

Christmas Around the World • Dec 6,7

Accommodations

Maxwell Creek Inn Bed & Breakfast7563 Lake Road, Sodus (315) 483-2222 www.maxwellcreekinn-bnb.com

Historic 1846 Cobblestone house on six acres along the south shore of Lake Ontario and Beechwood State Park. Just west of Sodus Point on the Seaway Trail halfway between Rochester and Oswego. Clip and save $10 on your stay November 2014–March 2015. Complimentary Wine Trail Pass.