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SUMMARY:ROC the Day
DESCRIPTION:24 Hours. 500 nonprofits. 1 community.\nROC the Day is a 24-hour online giving extravaganza powered by United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes. It takes place each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving\, known as Giving Tuesday. \nHelp support our friends: \nWebster Museum | Webster Community Chest | Webster Comfort Care
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/roc-the-day/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T183000
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SUMMARY:Wreath Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Festive\, relaxing fun with friends! This class will give you the opportunity to learn how evergreen wreaths are made\, along with the chance to choose and make your own decorative bow. The focus of the class will be to decorate your wreath to your liking. A large selection of decorations will be provided and we encourage you to get creative! Match your home’s holiday decor\, or create a special gift for a loved one. Each participant will be provided with a pre-made evergreen wreath along with a variety of bows and decorations of their choice. \nClass comes with a pint of hard cider and snacks. This is a 21+ event. Everyone will be required to show their ID upon arrival.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/wreath-workshop/
LOCATION:Schutt’s Apple Mill\, 1063 Plank Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T120000
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SUMMARY:Garden Talk “Plants of Greece”
DESCRIPTION:Take an armchair tour with Master Gardener Catherine as she visits the fascinating land of Greece. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nCall 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person. \nOR \nClick here to register for online: \nhttps://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/VT8sSupbQ52C4czZZjHzCw \nThis meeting will be recorded. \nAnyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available. \nLocation\nThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office. \n420 East Main Street\nBatavia\, NY 14020 \nFee\nFree
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/garden-talk-plants-of-greece/
LOCATION:Cornell Cooperative Extention Genesee County\, 420 E. Main Street\, Batavia\, NY\, 14020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T210000
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SUMMARY:Genesee Keg Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Genesee Brew House for the annual lighting of the Genesee Keg Tree! On Friday\, December 5\, from 5-9pm\, we’ll be celebrating the season by lighting the tree\, enjoying fresh beer\, and noshing food from local Rochester food trucks. Tree lighting will take place at 7pm sharp.\n \nWe’re excited to welcome local food trucks from Rob’s Kabobs\, Rob’s Al Dente\, Wraps on Wheels\, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee\, and Rochester Kettle Korn. PLUS\, a special appearance by Donuts Delite.\n \nWe’ll also be giving away some door prizes for Brew House gift cards and beer samples to guests 21 and over.Parking at the brewery will be extremely limited and guests are encouraged to park in the High Falls parking garage\, just across the bridge from the Brew House.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/genesee-keg-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:Genesee Brew House\, 25 Cataract St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20251104T124215Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Country Gardeners of Webster will hold their annual Garden Club Holiday Sale on Saturday December 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Webster Recreation Center\, 1350 Chiyoda Drive. \nThis huge sale features fresh wreaths\, arrangements\, poinsettias\, centerpieces and gifts that are created by hand by the club members. This is always a very popular event\, so you want to get there early. \nThe sale is the Country Gardeners’ annual fundraiser\, so think about decorating your own home\, and purchasing gifts for family\, friends and holiday hostesses. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/holiday-sale/
LOCATION:Webster Recreation Center\, 1350 Chiyoda Drive\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T180000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Webster Museum’s Annual Tree Festival event will be held Saturday\, December 6th\, 2025\, from 2:00-6:00 pm at The Webster Museum as part of the village’s Winter Wonderland festivities. \nVisitors to the museum will be able to vote for their favorite tree from December 6 through December 31. \nThe Webster Museum is open Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, and Saturdays from 2:00-4:30 pm
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/festival-of-trees/
LOCATION:Webster Museum\, 18 Lapham Park\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T170000
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SUMMARY:Bricks and Brews
DESCRIPTION:December 11\, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nCost: $50/person | $45/member\n\nJoin us at the Botanical Gardens for Bricks and Brews\, a playful and refreshing event featuring a custom-designed LEGO® brick set of our iconic conservatory created by the talented team at BuffaLUG. Each guest will receive their own mini conservatory set to build and take home\, along with a complimentary drink to sip while you build. \nExplore the gardens after hours and connect with fellow plant and LEGO® lovers in a relaxed\, vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re a master builder or just here for the brews\, this event promises a night full of fun and creativity. \nTickets include a LEGO® kit featuring all the pieces and instructions needed to build a miniature Botanical Gardens\, one free drink and a cash bar from Buffalo Bubble Bar\, and access to our entire conservatory during our Poinsettia Exhibit. Bricks & Brews is exclusively for guests 21 and over. \nTickets must be purchased ahead of time and spots are limited\, get yours today!
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/bricks-and-brews/
LOCATION:Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens\, 2655 South Park Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T200000
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SUMMARY:Grapevine Holiday Wreath
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the season with the simplicity of a grapevine wreath. Simple yet elegant is what we think of when we think grapevine. This wreath will have a mixture of cedar\, boxwood\, pine and fir adorned with simple flowing ribbon or a bow. If you don’t have a door to hang them on\, think about a wall inside your home\, a gate in your garden or tied to your lamp post. The overall finished width of the wreath will be 22-24”. Space is limited! \nThis class is for ages 21+ and includes the completed wreath\, snacks and a pint of hard cider. Please bring your ID when you arrive.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/grapevine-holiday-wreath/
LOCATION:Schutt’s Apple Mill\, 1063 Plank Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T190000
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SUMMARY:Jack Butler & Diane Ham Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Jack Butler & Diane Ham Book Signing. Jack and Diane teamed up to write “Mendon Ponds Park: Fairchild’s Dream” Mendon Ponds Park\, the largest park in Monroe County\, was formed by the recession of glaciers 13\,700 years ago. Jack Butler and Diane Ham combined their knowledge & experience to write a comprehensive account of Mendon Ponds history\, glacial geology\, flora & fauna and more! Jack has also authored a book on the history of Durand Eastman Park called “Durand Eastman Park: Yesterday and Today“ and will be signing these at the event. 10am-1pm.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/jack-butler-diane-ham-book-signing-2/
LOCATION:Barnes & Noble Pittsford\, 3349 Monroe Avenue\, Rochester\, 14618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T130000
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SUMMARY:Jack Butler & Diane Ham Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Jack Butler & Diane Ham Book Signing. Jack and Diane teamed up to write “Mendon Ponds Park: Fairchild’s Dream” Mendon Ponds Park\, the largest park in Monroe County\, was formed by the recession of glaciers 13\,700 years ago. Jack Butler and Diane Ham combined their knowledge & experience to write a comprehensive account of Mendon Ponds history\, glacial geology\, flora & fauna and more! Jack has also authored a book on the history of Durand Eastman Park called “Durand Eastman Park: Yesterday and Today“ and will be signing these at the event. 10am-1pm.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/jack-butler-diane-ham-book-signing/
LOCATION:The Bird House\, 3035 Monroe Avenue\, Rochester\, NY\, 14618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251214T150000
DTSTAMP:20251128T130822Z
CREATED:20251128T130822Z
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SUMMARY:Local Author Signing with Jane Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:Meet local author Jane Hopkins and get your signed copy of her book Buried Rochester. Featured on WXXI’s “Morning Edition\,” Buried Rochester showcases photographs of fascinating cemeteries in and around Rochester.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/local-author-signing-with-jane-hopkins/
LOCATION:Barnes & Noble Webster\, 1070 Ridge Road\, Webster\, NY\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20251104T184037Z
CREATED:20251104T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T184037Z
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SUMMARY:Bricks and Brews
DESCRIPTION:December 18\, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nCost: $50/person | $45/member\n\nJoin us at the Botanical Gardens for Bricks and Brews\, a playful and refreshing event featuring a custom-designed LEGO® brick set of our iconic conservatory created by the talented team at BuffaLUG. Each guest will receive their own mini conservatory set to build and take home\, along with a complimentary drink to sip while you build. \nExplore the gardens after hours and connect with fellow plant and LEGO® lovers in a relaxed\, vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re a master builder or just here for the brews\, this event promises a night full of fun and creativity. \nTickets include a LEGO® kit featuring all the pieces and instructions needed to build a miniature Botanical Gardens\, one free drink and a cash bar from Buffalo Bubble Bar\, and access to our entire conservatory during our Poinsettia Exhibit. Bricks & Brews is exclusively for guests 21 and over. \nTickets must be purchased ahead of time and spots are limited\, get yours today!
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/bricks-and-brews-2/
LOCATION:Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens\, 2655 South Park Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T190000
DTSTAMP:20250802T144238Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Floral Arrangement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create your very own flower arrangement featuring wintery blooms and greenery. \nBring the scents and colors of the winter season home with this floral design workshop. Discover how to prep fresh materials for your arrangement\, basic design elements\, as well as how to keep your arrangement looking fresh. All floral materials and supplies will be provided. You may wish to bring a box for transporting your arrangement. Flowers will be based on seasonal availability. \nFor more information about our Winter Floral Arrangement Workshop\, please contact education@buffalogardens.com. \nCost: $65/person | $58.50/member
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/winter-floral-arrangement-workshop/
LOCATION:Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens\, 2655 South Park Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251220T140000
DTSTAMP:20251122T130145Z
CREATED:20251122T130145Z
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SUMMARY:Rutabaga Curl
DESCRIPTION:The 28th Annual International Rutabaga Curl will be held on December 20\, 2025! This is the date of the last Saturday outdoor market of the year\, and it will take place at the Ithaca Farmers Market pavilion. \nIs this your first time attending the Curl? Or do you want to more about this internationally famous event which draws many spectators and participants from around the world? Check out the Curl’s official Wikipedia page\, Facebook page\, this 2019 Ithaca Voice article on the history of the Curl\, or not-so-recent news from the Advanced Rutabaga Studies Institute.
URL:https://www.websterviridarium.com/event/rutabaga-curl/
LOCATION:Ithaca Farmers Market\, 545 3rd Street\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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