Seasonal Event

Candy-filled motorcycle saddlebags to delight local children behind Ken’s Charcoal Pits

Anonymous — Dec 8, 2017, 5:00pm

This information is provided by the Genesee County Chapter of ABATE — American Bikers Aimed Toward Education It’s almost “Baggerween”! Instead of going house to house, get candy by going from motorcycle saddlebag to motorcycle saddlebag. Bring your kids down to a safe well-lit place place to “trick-or-treat” from 6 to 8 p.m. on Satruday, Oct. 29, in the public parking lot behind Ken’s Charcoal Pits, located at 59 Main St. in Downtown Batavia. All motorcycles are welcome as long as the riders bring candy for the kids. Load up your ride and come on down! Anyone who would like to serve as a Bagger to help create a fun night for local children is welcome help bag candy. For info, please e-mail Jason: roadcaptain110@gmail.com Happy Halloween!

Drive-thru live Nativity Scene at Pembroke Town Park, hear narrated story of Christmas, free refreshments, stay in car!

Billie Owens — Nov 29, 2017, 5:24pm

The Indian Falls United Methodist Church will host Genesee County's only drive-thru opportunity to see a live Nativity Scene. It's at Pembroke Town Park from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 2.

You and your family are welcome to experience the story of Christmas with live actors and animals while staying within the comfort of your own vehicle. Enjoy provided refreshments while a narrator leads you through the story of Christmas!

Plus, be entered for a chance to win a handmade Nativity decoration or a Christmas dinner!

Donations for the Corfu Food Pantry will be accepted and gratefully appreciated.

The park is located at 8799 Alleghany Road in Pembroke.

'Nature's Feast' and 'Create-a-Critter' offered at GC Park & Forest, preregistration required

Billie Owens — Nov 14, 2017, 2:28pm

Press release:

Explore your creative side this season at Genesee County Park & Forest!

Save a spot for Nature’s treats on the dinner table at your next feast! Join us for "Nature’s Feast: Turkeys and more" from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Saturday Nov. 18th! Learn to find and prepare the dishes that nature has to offer with a Naturalist guide! Meet at the Interpretive Nature Center. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather! $5/person, $10/family. Space is limited, preregistration is required! Call 585-344-1122!

Then on Saturday, Dec. 2, learn how with a touch of creativity and hot glue, you can turn some pine cones, seed pods, and other natural materials into your own unique creation! Join us at the Interpretive Nature Center for "Create-a-Critter."

Session 1 is from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Session 2 is from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sign up for either session, cost for each is $5/person, $10/family. Enjoy some quiet time and laughs with your favorite people. Your critter can even be a perfect gift for your loved ones! All materials provided. Call 585-344-1122! Space is limited, preregistration is required.