Apple Blossom Festival and Fly In Pancake Breakfast

Wayne County New York is noted to be the second largest apple producing region in the United State next to Washington State. Numerous varieties are developed and grown. The 54th Annual Apple Blossom Festival begins at 5 PM on Thursday May 16, 2013 and runs through Sunday May 19th.

The festival takes place in Williamson, New York and begins with a Carnival and Kiddie Parade on May 16, 2013 at 5 PM. The Carnival runs through May 19th.

• Friday night there's a 5K Race and Spaghetti dinner.
• Dance the Night Away:  Street Dance on Friday May 17 and Saturday May 18th at the Grand Stand at 8 PM and goes until 11 PM.
• The 54th Annual Apple Blossom Parade begins at 4 PM on May 18th. Be sure to go early to get the best seat.
• Fireworks will take place at 9 PM.

• FLY IN PANCAKE BREAKFAST at 7 AM - 1 PM .On Sunday May 19th the Williamson-Sodus Airport.  People really DO fly in for this. 

BOG & GROG:   On Sunday May 19th the Wallington Fire Department will hold their Annual "BOG & GROG".  BIG Trucks and Hi-Jacked souped up cars will try to drive their vehicles through a water soaked and  mud-filled trenches.

Sunrise on Sodus Bay Pier Light

photo taken and shared by Chris Trine

A beautiful morning!
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Animal Lovers

1 year old Yatzee

 Check out "Derby Day" on May 4th - 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. at Cracker Box Palace
Animal Haven near Sodus Point.

Come cheer on your favorite pony all decked out in colors as he or she runs for the roses.

Cracker Box Palace is a haven for rescued animals of all sizes and shapes that have suffered from illness, neglect or abuse. While at Cracker Box Palace the animals learn that not all people are bad and families are assured that their pets will not become someones dinner. Once the animal has recovered from their illness they are available for adoption or foster care.

Cracker Box Palace is located in Alton, NY near Sodus Point. For more information on Cracker Box Palace go to www.crackerboxpalace.org.  The organization is a registered non-profit animal haven.

Don't forget..........
The Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum is now open Tuesday - Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM. $.00 admission fee for adults. School age children free.

The Lake Ontario Wine Trail Cinco de Vino event is Saturday and Sunday May 4 & 5, 10 AM - 5 PM. Sangria and Salsa pairing.

Pines of Peace silent auction May 4 at the Sodus Bay Height Country Club. The auction benefits Pines of Peace Hospice for the terminally ill. Call (315) 524-2388 for more information.

Make it a weekend getaway.

Cinco de Vino

Make it a Lake Ontario Wine Trail weekend on May 4 & 5 starting at 10:00 AM. Seven wineries featuring a local wine in a Sangria recipe pared with a delicious salsa and chips. Tickets can be purchased on line or at the door $10 each or 2 for $15. This is a self guided tour. You get to choose where you start and end.

While on the trail visit the historic Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum located on North Fitzhugh St. in Sodus Point. The lighthouse officially opens on May 1st at 10:00 A.M. Step back in time and learn what it was like to be a lighthouse keeper, where the British landed during the War of 1812, the Sodus Bay region as a shipping port and the roll it played during the Civil War and the Underground Railroad.

Morning Light

This mornings light..................I just couldn't resist running down to the lighthouse to get this mornings sunrise.

Early morning fishing trip

New bird on the block

Killdeer nest on the moss growing on our old tennis court. 

Killdeer nest



At first I thought our bird was a Piping Plover. But some of my birding friends identified her as a Killdeer. They are so close in color and markings. If you look closely, the Killdeer has two stripes around the neck and the Plover only has one.

This Weekend..........

April 19, 20, 21, 2013

After enjoying a day on the Lake Ontario Wine Trail tasting new vintage wines straight out of the barrel, relax by the water savoring excellent cuisine at the Pultneyville Grill or the Pultneyville Deli Company.

Then take in some local theater at

Gates Hall just around the corner in Pultneyville.  

The Gatesinger Company presents a Civil War story of four sisters coming of age;  "Little Women the Broadway Musical".

This timeless musical will be held on April 19, 20,21

and 26 & 27, 2013 - 8:00 PM at Gates Hall in Pultneyville, NY. 

Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for senior citizens and students. 

The Gatesinger Company features several well known theatre productions throughout the year. A little history about Gates Hall: Built in 1825, the building was originally used as a non-denominational church. By 1867 it became the community theatre.  Read more on the history of Gates Hall, the Gatesinger Company and future productions.