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And the Oscar goes to…

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Happy Oscars weekend Pittsford!!

There have been some great films this year, and Cinema 9 in Pittsford Plaza is going to give you an opportunity to catch any of the nominations for Best Picture that you might have missed!!  They are playing all but one of the movies up for the top honor; Captain Philips is available at RedBox.  Check out the movies that are up for Best Pic, and make a movie date this weekend!

 

1.  Philomena– today through Sunday at 12:55 pm, 2:45 pm and 7:00 pm

Based on the 2009 investigative book by BBC correspondent Martin Sixsmith, The Lost Child of Philomena Lee, PHILOMENA focuses on the efforts of Philomena Lee, mother to a boy conceived out of wedlock and given away for adoption in the United States.  (via Google movies)

2.  American Hustle– today through Saturday at 3:30 pm and 9:10 pm; Sunday at 3:30 pm

The film tells the story of brilliant con man Irving Rosenfeld, who along with his equally cunning and seductive British partner Sydney Prosser is forced to work for a wild FBI agent Richie DiMaso. (via Google movies)

3.  The Wolf of Wall Street– today through Saturday at 3:15 and 9:20; Sunday at 3:15

This is the story of New York stockbroker, Jordan Belfort. From the American dream to corporate greed, Belfort goes from penny stocks and righteousness to IPOs and a life of corruption in the late 80s. (via Google movies)

4.  Gravity– today through Saturday at noon, 4:45 and 9:30; Sunday at noon & 4:45 THIS MOVIE IS IN 3D

Dr. Ryan Stone is a brilliant medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky. But on a seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes. The shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalsky completely alone – tethered to nothing but each other and spiraling out into the blackness. (via Google movies)

5.  12 Years a Slave– today through Sunday at 3:40 & 7:50

In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty at the hands of a malevolent slave owner, as well as unexpected kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. (via Google movies)

6.  Nebraska– today through Sunday 2:10 and 6:55

After receiving a sweepstakes letter in the mail, a cantankerous father thinks he’s struck it rich, and wrangles his son into taking a road trip to claim the fortune. Shot in black and white across four states, Nebraska tells the stories of family life in the heartland of America. (via Google movies)

7.  Dallas Buyers Club– today through Saturday at 12:05 pm and 9:15; Sunday 12:05 pm

Ron Woodroof is an electrician and rodeo cowboy with a devil-may-care lifestyle who is blindsided with an H.I.V.-positive diagnosis and given 30 days to live. He quickly finds a lack of approved medications in the U.S. and crosses the border into Mexico where he learns about alternativetreatments and begins smuggling them into the U.S. (via Google movies)

8.  Her– today through Sunday at 5:05

Set in the Los Angeles of the slight future, the story follows Theodore Twombly, a complex, soulful man who makes his living writing touching, personal letters for other people. (via Google movies).

Let us know; who do you think deserve the Oscar!?

The Academy Awards are on ABC (channel 13) THIS SUNDAY, starting at 8:30 pm.

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Weekend What to Do!

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Do you have a dinosaur fan in your house?  Go see DiNO-Light this weekend at Nazareth College!  As seen on America’s Got Talent, this electronic light theater performance will transport you & your family back to the time of the dinosaurs!  According to broadwayworld.com it is “like nothing you’ve ever seen!”  Breath-taking & exciting!

Check out this video to get an idea of how awesome this show is going to be:

One show only, on Saturday January 18th at 2 pm.  Tickets are $17 and going fast!!  Visit the Nazareth College box office website for more info and to purchase tickets.

Or, if you want to get out and enjoy some fresh air, visit Mendon Ponds for Winter Fest on Sunday January 19th!  You & your family can learn more about some favorite winter pass-times including ice fishing, snow shoeing & ice boating!  This free event has something for everyone!  Check out their complete activity schedule by clicking here.

The activities begin at 11 am, and will continue throughout the day until 4 pm.  Most of the events will take place regardless of the weather; rain, snow or shine!!

 

 

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The Weekend What to Do!

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Hey Pittsford Peeps!!

Lots of good things happening around our town this weekend; here’s a couple of suggestions if you’d like to get out of the house!

Come support one of our local college basketball teams!!

NazarethGoldenFlyersSaturday you can see the Nazareth Golden Flyers take on Hartwick at this home game.  The men will be playing at 2 and the women at 4.  The games will take place at Kidera Gymnasium on the campus of Nazareth College

 

St. John Fisher Cardinals

 

Or go see the St. John Fisher Cardinals take on Stevens Institute of Technology for this home game.   Again, the men’s game is at 2 pm, followed by the women’s at 4.

 

 

If sports aren’t your thing, check out the Bubble Man making an appearance at the Pittsford Community Library!  This fun & educational show is great for the kids, but parents are sure to have a great time too!!  Doug Rougeux travels all over New York and Pensylvania delighting kids with his bubble-tastic performance!!!  Don’t miss him this Saturday (1/11) at 2 pm for his “bubble and juggle” show!!

 

What are you doing this weekend!?

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Weekend What to Do: FREE Indoor Rowing!

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Raise your hand if your New Year’s Resolution was to exercise more or to get into better shape!?  According to statisticsbrain.com, you’re not alone!  The #1 resolution for 2014 is to lose weight!  So, now’s the time to get started!

Looking for a fun, new way to burn those calories?  Genesee Waterways is sponsoring a FREE taste of rowing day, THIS SATURDAY!

They say that indoor rowing will give you an “effective cross-training workout… It is smooth, impact-free, rhythmic and exhilarating.”   Indoor rowing will give you a great cardio workout, while strengthening your muscles, without killing your knees!

This event is free and open to the public; participants must be at least 14 years old.

Click here to register for Taste of Rowing.

Taste of Rowing
January 4th
11:00 am – 12:30 pm

What was your resolution?  How are you going to achieve it!?

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Weekend What to Do: Special Edition- Sledding!

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Hey Pittsford Friends!

Jack Frost has really been piling on the snow lately!  And with more coming this winter, why not take some time to enjoy it!?  What better way than to get out and go sledding?  Sledding is the perfect way to spend a snowy day, whether you’re looking for something for the whole family, or a fun spot for a date!  And there are lots of opportunities to sled right here in Pittsford!

The most popular sledding spot in Pittsford is hands-down Powder Mills Park.  Here you’ll find several designated sledding areas; one spot even has a tow rope for those who don’t want to make the long walk up the hill!  Check out this review of sledding at the park for more information on the hills!

Just a couple safety tips for those hitting the hills:

  • Check the hill!  Make sure there are no trees or rocks, or standing water BEFORE you start heading down!!
  • Be aware of others around you!
  • Dress or success!  Warm clothes; waterproof items are a plus!!

For more safety information check out kidshealth.org.

We want to know: where is your favorite Pittsford sledding spot!?

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Weekend What to Do: White Christmas

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Are you dreaming of a white Christmas this year!?

My mom’s favorite holiday movie is, hands-down, White Christmas.  She sits down the day after Thanksgiving every year to watch Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemarry Clooney & Vera Ellen belting and crooning about how wonderful a White Christmas would be.  And, confession: I get choked up every single time I watch the end of it.  It is truly a Christmas-must at my house!

White Christmas tells the story of two army veterans who’ve become popular stage performers.  Joined by a sister-double-act, they travel to Vermont to put on a Christmas show at a ski resort.  But when they get to Vermont, they find green grass & warm temperatures- no snow!  And no customers!  How will they save the Inn, now run by their former military commander?

Whether you’re a White Christmas fan, or you’ve never seen it, you don’t want to miss Pittsford High School’s live presentation of the musical this weekend!  They will be giving three performances; Friday at 7:30 and Saturday at 2:00 & 7:30.

Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door (students, seniors & veterans $12)
Pittsford Mendon High School.

For more info or to purchase tickets, click here.

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Weekend What to Do: Benefit for the Philippines

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Join Jeannie Clinton & the Filipino American  Association of Rochester this Saturday at a benefit for those affected by the Typhoon Haiyan.  You may recall this Typhoon hit the Philippines last month; this was the 4th strongest typhoon ever recorded.  Nearly 7,000 people lost their lives, and countless others were injured or left homeless.

 

FAAR will collecting donations to be sent to the City of Tacloban, which was heavily impacted the typhoon.  There will be food for sale, as well as actions & raffles.  All the proceeds from this event will go to those affected by this disaster.

There will be entertainment provided by local musicians and members of the Rochester Filipino community.  Performers include:
Eastman School of Music Students
Local martial artists
Patty Powers
Students from Allendale Columbia School

Saturday December 7, 2013 from 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Allendale Columbia School
519 Allens Creek Road
Pittsford, 14618

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The Weekend What to Do

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Looking for a new way to keep active during these next cold months?  Come to Medved Running & Walking Outfitters this Saturday to get your winter-work-out started!

Medved, our local running/walking outfitters will be hosting an open house.  Come find out about the different running groups & programs they offer.  No matter your fitness level; whether you want to run a 5K or a full marathon they have a program for you!  They are also offering special winter groups & programs for snowshoe-ers!

As part of their open house they’ll be hold several clinics throughout the day:

  • 10 am:  How to Start Snowshoe Running / Winter Training Program Info Meeting    
  • 11 am:  How to Dress for Winter Training
  • 12 pm:  Self Defense for Runners

Visit their website for more information!

Medved Winter Open House
November 30th 9 am – 6 pm
3400 Monroe Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618

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The Weekend What to Do!

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It seems like everyone has caught the running bug; have you?  Races are becoming a frequent happening in our area, and more & more people are starting to get involved!

My husband’s family are all runners.  His dad, his mom, both his sisters… everyone!  I had never felt much desire to run; truthfully, I cheated every year running the mile in High School (only running 3 laps of the track instead of 4).  It just wasn’t my thing.  But once we got married, I started feeling the pressure to run Forrest run!

This past summer I finally decided to take the plunge.  I asked my best friend to run my first 5K with me; giving us a couple months for training.  The practice?  Hard.  Painful.  Occasionally discouraging.  I didn’t love the practice.  But the actual race?  AWESOME!  It was such an exciting day.  It felt good to get dressed in my running outfit, start the race with my friend, make new friends when my BFF left me in the dust, and having my husband & countless others cheering for me at the finish line.  The training was totally worth it.

This weekend YOU have an opportunity to experience the excitement of race day!  Come to the Southeast YMCA for the 30th anniversary of their Turkey Classic.  The day begins with a one-mile fun run at 8:10 am, which is perfect for families or children.  If you haven’t started training yet, this is the race for you!  For more serious runners, there is a five-mile USATF certified and timed race starting at 9 am.  And for the really hardcore runners, you have the option to do both!

For more information on the race course, and for registration information visit their website: YMCA Turkey Classic.  You can preregister, or register the morning of the race!!

-Katie @LiveinPittsfordNY

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Weekend; What-to-Do!

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It is looking like it should be a beautiful fall weekend in Pittsford!  After our first taste of winter earlier in the week, it looks like temperatures should be in the low 50s for Saturday & Sunday.  Looking to get out of the house this weekend?  There are lots of art & culture events happening around town in the next few days!

The Shanghai Ballet will be at Nazareth College for one night only!  The Shanghai Ballet is one of only five companies hailing from China; the specialize in both western ballet, as well as traditional Chinese dance.  They will be performing one of their signature shows- the Butterfly Lovers, which is also known as China’s version of Romeo & Juliet.  For ticket information, visit Shanghai Ballet at Nazareth College. (Friday, November 15th)

Did you see the movie Les Miserables last Christmas?  Or perhaps see the national tour when it came through in the Spring?  Well, don’t miss a chance to see it live with local talent!  Pittsford Musicals will be starting a week of performances this Friday at Pittsford Sutherland High School.  For more info, visit Pittsford Musicals Presents Les Miserables.

Through December 1st you can visit the Rochester Art Club’s exhibition at Barnes & Noble in Pittsford Plaza!  A great opportunity to see some of the work of amazing Rochester artists!

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