My husband and I like to spend New Year’s in Le Roy at the “First Night” celebration. So, about 7pm we donned our coats and scarves, put the pot roast on the wood-burning stove, and walked down Main St.
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To my surprise it’s all about maple syrup this weekend and next.
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Posted March 16th, 2012 in Seasonal Events
Posted by: Dawn Ireland-Monsees // Tagged: Maple Weekend, St. Patrick's Day
Posted January 16th, 2012 in Arts & Entertainment, Seasonal Events, Shopping
Posted by: Dawn Ireland-Monsees // Tagged: New Year's Eve, fireworks, first night, hobby horse, locally made, scratch bakery
Last night my husband and I stopped at McPherson's. It wouldn’t be fall if we didn’t visit the “Frosts” and pick up apples or pumpkins. Of course, I was wishing it was the weekend so we could purchase one of their yummy pies or fry cakes.
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Posted November 9th, 2011 in Food and Dining, Seasonal Events, Staff Picks
Posted by: Dawn Ireland-Monsees // Tagged: Thanksgiving, food, local treat, mcpherson orchard
Spooks and activities abound in GeneseeCountythis time of year. Fall offers all kinds of fun for friends and families. My sisters and I like to visit the many farmer’s markets in search of apple cider, pumpkins and mums.
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Posted September 13th, 2011 in Don't Miss It!, Seasonal Events, Staff Picks
Posted by: Dawn Ireland-Monsees // Tagged: Downtown Batavia, Fall, Wine
I love St. Patrick’s Day! Those of you who know me understand why. Let’s see, I’m fair complexioned, have red hair, my maiden name is “Ireland” and I’m learning to play the harp. I guess you’d call me “stereotypical.”
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Posted June 9th, 2011 in Food and Dining, Seasonal Events, Staff Picks
Posted by: Dawn Ireland-Monsees // Tagged: O'Lacy's Irish Pub, St. Patrick's Day
I’m not sure when it became “fashionable” to wear a pointy hat, and blow a noise maker at midnighton New Year’s Eve. Let’s face it – some traditions leave a bit to be desired.
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Posted June 9th, 2011 in Seasonal Events, Staff Picks
Posted by: Dawn Ireland-Monsees // Tagged: Batavia Downs Casino, LB Grand, LeRoy, New Year's Eve
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