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Calendar of Events

Every Friday
Free open studio, 3:30-5 p.m., Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop, North Franklin St, Watkins Glen, for students and community members. The gallery invites people to bring small projects and supplies to develop in the gallery’s workshop space. Arts Coordinator Peter Greaves will be available at no charge to those in need of portfolio development advice and guidance. No registration is necessary.

Wednesdays, July 2-July 31
C.F. Lawrenson paintings on exhibit at the Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop, 209 N. Franklin St. in Watkins Glen, Friday-Monday 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

August 1-September 30
The Art of Racing Exhibit, Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop, 209 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen. View Robert Gillespie original paintings featuring classic racing cars within picturesque landscapes of Watkins Glen. Sid Mann's photography takes a creative and close up look at classic automobiles.

July 26
Literary reading, The Harvest Café, 224 W. Main St., Montour Falls, 7 p.m., by Dane Gordon, poet and non-fiction writer from Rochester, NY. Hosted by Watkins Glen Writers Group. Harvest Cafe has menu of wine, beer, soft drinks, pizza and desserts. The lounge will be opening at 6 p.m. for “Rustic Pizza.” The reading will begin at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.WhereCommunityHappens.com.

July 26 and Aug. 7
America's Boating Class, sponsored by Seneca Sail & Power Squadron, Monday July 26 from 7:00- 9:00 p.m., Big Flats Community Center Great Room, and Saturday August 7 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Harvest Cafe, Montour Falls. Beginning class, books and homework assigned July 26. Continued class time, video, and important points stressed on Aug. 7. Test on material and State questions on Aug. 7. Books $65. No Charge for Instruction. Certificates given to all successful candidates. Call 562-3334 or 426-0159 or e-mail csproul@stny.rr.com to register and reserve your spot.

July 27
Free public screening of new documentary film, "Carbon Nation," 7 p.m., Harvest Cafe, Main Street, Montour Falls. An upbeat, educational, energizing look at the many ways we can reduce consumption, end oil dependency, and live more sustainably. Celebrates solutions, inspiration, and action. Donations of $5 to help cover costs of this screening are appreciated. For more information: 607-342-2664.

July 29-31
52nd Annual Hector Fair, at the fairgrounds behind the VLH Fire Hall on Route 414. Midway, games, food stands, book sale, displays.

July 30-31 and Aug. 1
Annual Schuyler County Italian-American Festival, Clute Park, Watkins Glen. Highlights include a parade at noon on Saturday, July 31, along Decatur and Fourth Streets, and fireworks over Seneca Lake that night. Midway, food stands, vendors, entertainment.

August 9-13
Hector Presbyterian Church Vacation Bible School, 9 a.m.-12 noon, Galactic Blast -- A Space Adventure Praising God! All are Welcome!

August 15
Jazz Greats at Glenora, featuring The Rippingtons, 2-5 p.m., at 5435 Route 14, Dundee, NY. Cost: $28. For more information, visit www.glenora.com

August 13
The Art of Racing Artists Reception: Art, Music, Wine & Cheese. From 5-6:30 p.m., Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop, 209 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen. Will feature paintings from Robert Gillespie and photography from Sid Mann. Meet the artists, hear a musical performance by guitarist Todd Stratton and enjoy a free wine and cheese tasting.

August 14
Montour Falls Memorial Library book sale, 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the library. Books in a wide range of subjects. Proceeds will be used to update the library collection. For more information, call 535-7492.

August 28
Motorcycle Ride Benefitting The Arc of Schuyler. Take a scenic ride around the Finger Lakes and support The Arc of Schuyler. Donation is $15/Bike, $5/Passenger. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at Ithaca Harley Davidson, 6033, Route 13 in Cayuta; bikes leave at 10 a.m. and ride ends at The Arc of Schuyler, 203 Twelfth St., Watkins Glen with prize drawings and food available at 2 p.m. All makes of motorcycles welcome. All proceeds help provide supports to people with developmental disabilities in Schuyler County and surrounding areas.

September 18
Leaves & Lobsters 2010 (Sat.), from 12 noon-5 p.m. at 5435 Route 14, Dundee, NY. Cost: $54. Lobster Dinner Tickets and General Admission Tickets available. For more information, visit www.glenora.com

September 19
Leaves & Lobsters 2010 (Sun.), 12 noon-5 p.m., at 5435 Route 14, Dundee, NY. Cost: $54. Lobster Dinner Tickets and General Admission Tickets available. For more information, visit www.glenora.com