Week of 10/8/26: Trivia Night, Reiki Meditation, Garden Forum, & More!

Fall Gardening Forum - October 10 @ Sonnenberg Garden
Sonnenberg Gardens is pleased to host Mina Vescera, Nursery/Landscape Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County. Mina will present two one-hour talks on building plant communities in perennial gardens and designing native plant communities while incorporating non-invasive ornamental plants. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge of sustainable landscape practices! Box lunches will be provided, pre-paid reservations online required.

Ewing Forum - October 11 @ Fort Hill Performing Arts Center
Explore the latest research, prevention strategies, and treatment advances in Parkinson’s disease with neurologist Dr. Ray Dorsey and physician and Parkinson’s advocate Dr. Sara Ann Whittingham. Moderated by Maggie Kuhl of The Michael J. Fox Foundation, this conversation combines emerging science with lived experience to examine the future of Parkinson’s care.

Trivia Night - October 13 @ Tavern Off Main
Trivia every 2nd, 3rd (and 5th, if present) Tuesday from May thru October, at Tavern Off Main in the heart of Canandaigua, NY! Prizes between each round and at the end of the game!

Group Grief Counseling - October 14 @ Ontario Cares
A free, supportive grief group for Ontario County youth and families navigating loss. Led by Renae Campbell, LMSW, sessions offer guided discussion, connection, and a safe space to process grief, build resilience, and find hope alongside others who understand. Registration requested for first time participants.

Worldwide Reiki Meditation Event - October 14 @ The Lake House on Canandaigua
Join a worldwide World Peace Card Meditation featuring a lecture and Reiki meditation led by wellness leader Suzanne Frazer. This complimentary event supports connection and higher consciousness, with donations benefiting the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester.

Mansion Mysteries - October (multiple dates) @ Sonnenberg Gardens
Step into the Mansion for a live whodunnit mystery where you’ll help uncover the culprit. Pre-paid reservations are required.

Murder Mystery Weekend - November (reservations available now) @ Hotel Canandaigua
Hotel Canandaigua brings back its popular Murder Mystery Weekend, November 13–15, 2026! Enjoy a thrilling whodunnit experience, complete with a curated menu from Nolan’s Catering. This is a 21+ event, and advance reservations are required. Call Hotel Canandaigua at 585-577-3500 to reserve your spot.