CANANDAIGUA — In addition to books and other resources, Wood Library is now a popular place for fresh produce, cut flowers and starter plants.
The Little Free Farm self-service booth opened July 1 at the library, 134 N. Main St., Canandaigua.
All items are donated by local gardeners and are free to the public. People are also encouraged to give what they can from their own garden, take what they need or trade what they can’t use.
Here’s why it pays to give this holiday season. The Little Free Farm Stand was built by TwinSpruce Customs with donations made last year to Wood Library at ROC the Day, an annual 24-hour event in November aimed at generating donations for nonprofits.
Library Director Jenny Goodemote said the farm stand reflects the library’s core values and strategic goals of making information and services accessible to all and making a positive contribution to the community.
The hope is that the farm stand will help address food insecurity in the community, introduce everyone who wants it to healthier eating, reduce food waste in local gardens, and create more generosity and kindness.
The farm stand, which is maintained by library staff and volunteers, resembles one that was set up in Geneva a few years ago and is modeled after the Little Free Libraries found in many neighborhoods across the country.
Here are a few rules.
Plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables are accepted, but they must be edible and free of pests. No items that require refrigeration will be accepted. Users are encouraged to take what you can and donate what you can’t use.
For more information, visit woodlibrary.org.
‘A New York State of Mind’ at New York Kitchen
Pianist Billy Joel may have written the classic “New York State of Mind.” New York Kitchen is going to perform it.
New York Kitchen is hosting the first annual New York State of Mind Weekend from August 9-13. The five-day event features a series of intimate and VIP experiences for foodies, wine lovers, and craft spirits, featuring celebrity TV chefs, winemakers, sommeliers, master distillers, and more.
To kick off the first annual event, Food network‘Farmhouse Rules’ Host and Celebrity Chef Nancy Fuller will make a return visit to NYK and will be the guest of honor at many of the weekend’s events. Fuller is a successful cookbook author and judge on the popular Food Network shows “Holiday Baking Championship” and “Spring Baking Championship.” In addition to her work at Food Network, Fuller and her husband David Ginsberg own Ginsberg’s Foods.
Here is a schedule of events.
Friday August 9th
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BBQ & Blues at NYK Gardens with live music from Big Blue House from 4pm to 8pm
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New Kids on the Block wine class from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
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I ♥ NY Chef’s Table Class from 6pm – 8pm
Saturday August 10th
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I ♥ NY Peaches class from 11am-1pm
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It’s Not Easy Being Cheesy: The Science Behind Cheese Class from 12:00 to 1:30 PM
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Beer, bread and wine class from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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Finger Lakes Farmhouse Wine Dinner with Celebrity Chef Nancy Fuller at The Lake House Event Barn from 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Sunday August 11th
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I ♥ NY Brunch Class 11am – 1pm
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A Riesling for everything Lesson from 12:00 to 13:30
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Free music on Sandy Parker Terrace with Dave Turner from 1pm to 4pm
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Battle of the Bourbons: Black Button Distilling vs. Iron Smoke Distillery with celebrity guest judge Nancy Fuller at New York Kitchen from 2-4pm
Monday August 12th
Tuesday August 13
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Garden Party VIP meet and greet reception with Nancy Fuller on the New York Kitchen Tasting Room Terrace from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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New York Kitchen’s Garden Party Fundraiser from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
For more information about New York State of Mind events and the itinerary, visit: https://nykitchen.com/new-york-state-of-mind-weekend/. Advance registration is required for classes and most weekend events. To register, visit the New York Kitchen class calendar at nykitchen.com/calendar or call 585-394-7070.
Sponsorship opportunities are available during the weekend’s events. For more information, visit: nykitchen.com/new-york-state-of-mind-weekend/ or contact Executive Director Alyssa Belasco at alyssa.belasco@nykitchen.com or 585-394-7070.
Shortly
— This sounds like fun, especially if you like tacos. The next Taco Tuesday at Dryer Road Park, 7405 Dryer Road, Victor, will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16. Enjoy country-western music from Mr. Heartache, craft beers from Twin Elder Brewery in Victor, homemade ice cream from Molly V’s in Victor, gourmet potatoes and mac-n-cheese from the Potato-licious food truck. Did we forget? Oh yeah, tacos and tortillas from Bay Vista Taqueria.
— William King, of Bully Hill Vineyards in Hammondsport, will give a talk on the history of winemaking and wineries in the Finger Lakes during a presentation hosted by the Yates County History Center. The program will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, at the L. Caroline Underwood Museum, 107 Chapel St., Penn Yan. Admission is $10 for History Center members and $15 for nonmembers. King is director of the Greyton Taylor Wine Museum and a brand ambassador for Bully Hill Vineyards. For information, call 315-536-7318 or email ycghs@yatespast.org.
— Youngman Orchards Farm Market is hosting Fall Fun Days at 9 a.m. on Saturday, September 14 at 7902 Lake Road, Sodus Point. Expect music, food, and drinks, but more event details will be announced at a later date. As will colorful leaves, frosty nights and cooler days, apples, cider, pumpkins, and more signs of fall. We warned you.
This article originally appeared on MPNnow: Little Free Farm Stand Opens at Wood Library in Canandaigua NY
