Proof Positive:  Wine, Beer and Spirits of the Finger Lakes

There is a unique relationship between alcoholic beverages and the Finger Lakes. Social, geographical and even political factors have created an environment where wine, beer and spirits have become an important part of our communities, and we have embraced these industries as an important part of life in the Finger Lakes. Proof Positive is a celebration of the history, culture and economics of the wine industry, microbrew movement and distilleries in our region. We welcome you to explore various viewpoints of history, agriculture, politics and economics as you learn more about how wine, beer and spirits have impacted the Finger Lakes Region.

Also on exhibit, the Ted Case Research Lab, inventor of sound on film, and Both Sides of the Wall: Auburn and its Prison.  Suggested donation $3, Noon - 5:00 pm, Tues-Sun.

Cayuga Museum of History & Art

Location

Cayuga Museum of History & Art, 203 Genesee St., Auburn, NY

Summer Exhibitions

Sponsored by the Nelson B. Delavan Foundation. Super Saturated: Pigment & Pattern is an exhibition of 29 works by 10 contemporary artists that use paint, collage, and mixed media to create vibrant works that emphasize color and pattern. Fold & Unfold: The Cloth and Quilts of Elin Noble will include approximately 20 works by Massachusetts-based fiber artist Elin Noble. Author of the book, Dyes and Paints, Noble is known for her quilts that incorporate hand-dyed cloth. Recent work by Skaneateles artist Thérèse Verley Strodel will be on view in Gallery Julius. Strodel creates paintings that emphasize color, pattern, and texture. Tues-Sat - 10-5 pm, Sun - 1-5 pm, Admission: $6, members, 12 & under: FREE.

Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center

 LOCATION

Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021

YERT: Your Enviornmental Road Trip

YERT (Your Environmental Road Trip) is a groundbreaking adventure and a celebration of the American spirit in the face of adversity - a thought-provoking, inspiring, and sometimes hilarious, documentary about the courageous and creative individuals, groups, businesses and leaders of this country who are tackling the greatest environmental threats in history. Tickets $5/online, $6/at the door, 6/1, 1:00 & 8:00 pm, 6/2, 8:00 pm.

Auburn Public Theater

LOCATION

Auburn Public Theater, 108 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021

First Friday Event

Museum is hosting a reception for their newest exhibit, "Proof Positive: Wine, Beer and Spirits of the Finger Lakes." The Museum is also sponsoring the 2012 Theodore Case Film Festival, at APT June 1 & 2. Refreshments will be served.  5-8pm, free.

Cayuga Museum of History & Art

First Friday Map

LOCATION

Cayuga Museum of History & Art, 203 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021

Altar Boyz

Produced by upstate NY's most popular professional theater - Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. Full of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing, and irreverent humor, this spoof about a heavenly guy-group is adored by audiences. An extraordinary mix of side-splitting songs convincing enough to be played on MTV, uncontrollable laughs and lighthearted fun, this award-winning and totally original musical is pure delight. Suitable for all ages and will have the whole family laughing and singing along.  Visit web site or call box office for ticket prices and show times.

Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival

LOCATION

Auburn Public Theater, 108 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021

2nd Annual Marksmanship Contest

The Community Preservation Committee will hold its 2nd Annual Marksmanship Contest at the Cayuga County Sportsmen's Association on Saturday, June 9, 2012. Competition for shotgun, handgun and rifle will be held and participants may participate in one, two or all three competitions. Individual prizes awarded for "top gun" in each division. Suggested donation $25/person, 9am - 1pm.

Willard Memorial Chapel

LOCATION

Cayuga County Sportsman Association, 4680 Rockefeller Road, Auburn, NY 13021

"The Pitch"

Flambé Dreams - Book and Lyrics by: Matthew Hardy,  Music by: Randy Klein

Joseph Christiansen wants to be a great Maitre d' like his father who was killed in a freak flaming Bananas Foster accident. Against the wishes and warnings of his pill-pushing psychiatrist mother, young Joe leaves the safety of his small hometown and journeys to New York City to make it big in the glamorous world of food and beverage service.

Eulogy - Book by: Rachel Carrozziere,  Music and Lyrics by: Annie Lash

In this story of life, love, and faith, follow Sarah and Jason as they attempt to immortalize Sarah's grandfather through stories of Sarah's childhood, her grandfather's death, and the years that follow. Be with us for this heartwarming story that reminds us that often death's greatest gift is life.

Tickets $20, 6/14, 7:30pm, 6/15, 8pm, 6/16, 5 & 8pm.

Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival

Theater Mack at the Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021

"The Vow"

Married five years, a young couple's relationship is put to the challenge when the wife, Paige (Rachel McAdams), is seriously injured in a car crash that leaves her in a coma. When she wakes up, not only does she not recognize her husband, Leo (Channing Tatum), but her last memory is of being engaged to her ex-fiancé, Jeremy (Scott Speedman).

When, despite all his efforts to make his wife fall in love with him again, Paige doesn't recover her feelings for him, Leo has to decide whether he should move on with his life.  Tickets $5/online, $6/at the door.  6/15, 1 & 8pm, 6/16, 8pm.

Auburn Public Theater

LOCATION

Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn, NY

Freeman Trial Lecture

An opportunity for the public to learn about a captivating moment in local Auburn history, the trial of William Freeman. Freeman was an African American who murdered four members of the local Van Nest family. The incident sparked feelings of animosity and reprisal, and took on a more controversial note when William Seward offered to defend Freeman despite the public outcry. Come learn about this often unheard of moment in Seward's fascinating career.  Free, 1:00 pm.

Seward House Museum

LOCATION

Seward House Museum, 33 South St., Auburn, NY 13021

Steve Jobs:  The Lost Interview

An interview that reveals the burning passion of Steve Jobs, a passion that would go on to give us the iMac, the iPod, the iPhone and the iPad. As a tribute to an amazing man, Landmark is proud to be screening Steve Jobs - the Lost Interview. Tickets $5/online, $6/at the door, 6/22, 1 & 8pm, 6/23 8pm.

Auburn Public Theater

LOCATION

Auburn Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn, NY

"The Pitch"

Blood and Fire - Book and Lyrics by: Jeffrey Couchman,  Music by: Lisa Heffter

Blood and Fire, set in Victorian London is centered on the conflict between General Booth's Salvation Army and the Skeleton Army, which opposes the temperance campaign. In the midst of this confrontation, follow Michael Remsen, an idealistic, atheist doctor from the wealthy West End who sets up a clinic in the poor East End where he falls in love with Amelia, who must ultimately decide between Michael and a life in the Salvation Army.

The Life of a Mob Wife - A Mafia Comedy - Book by: Corey Skaggs,  Music and Lyrics by: Michael Mott

Trapped in a deteriorating marriage for the past ten years, life isn't about to get any easier for Debra Delbono. The recent appointment of her husband, Tony, as mob boss, plus the discontinuation of her favorite Prada product have really put a damper on things. As Debra tries to patch up her marriage, Tony has "other plans" with a big-breasted blonde bimbo. What follows is a series of mishaps, miscommunications and misunderstandings culminating in the couple discovering true happiness in a very unexpected way!

Tickets $20, 6/28 7:30pm, 6/29 8pm, 6/30 5 & 8pm.

Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival

LOCATION

Theater Mack at the Cayuga Museum, 203 Genesee St., Auburn, NY