Name: Boat cruise with a Canal History & Candle-Making
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27

YOUR TABLE IS WAITING. Our finely tuned American Style cuisine offers a taste of what is unique to our local area. We are in the the art of rediscovering cocktails by way of fresh ingredients, unique liquor and meticulous recipes. Experience our open floor plan that highlights our one-of-a-kind view of the Erie Canal.

Erie Grill at the Del Monte Lodge, A Renaissance Hotel

jojo is everyone’s favorite neighborhood hangout. A revival of the classic American tavern, jojo’s warm and inviting atmosphere serves up refined seasonal American cuisine from local sources. Our extensive wine offerings are approachable and fun, pairing easily with our famous wood fired pizza, baked thin and crispy in a 700° oven. Or enjoy our Happy Hour specials at the bar, Monday-Friday, and snack on some cheese & charcuterie and crispy calamari. Monday is our favorite night of the week! Join us in Pittsford for BYOB Monday - Bring Your Own Bottle - We will open and serve your own bottle of wine with no corkage fee. The bustling bar and dining room usher in a feeling of true conviviality, we welcome you to stop by for a delightful evening with friends or family. Est. 2003

Jojo Bistro & Wine Bar Pittsford

Serving hungry Rochestarians since 1967, Charley Brown's provides comfort and happiness in a casual and warm environment. We strive to impress our customers by giving them the highest degree of service possible while satisfying their tastes at fair and reasonable prices.

Charley Browns Restaurant

A local neighborhood favorite in historical cozy digs just steps from the Erie Canal on iconic Schoen Place. Not just crepes, The Heroux Family offers progressively traditional comfort food using scratch-made ingredients the whole family will enjoy. In addition to the main dining room, this location boasts a small outdoor porch, beer/wine/cocktail service and a full coffee bar. A romantic indoor event space, The Cellar, is available for meetings and private gatherings. \*New Summer - Fall 2023\* Complimentary take out delivery service is provided for guests hanging across the street at Lock 32 Brewery.

Simply Crepes Pittsford

Pittsford Fine Art is a not for profit that brings together 23 Rochester-region artists under one roof at the four corners of historic Pittsford Village. If you appreciate original paintings and sculpture, you'll find some of the area's best-known talent showing their work in our artist-run gallery. A short drive southeast of downtown Rochester, Pittsford is home to Nazareth University, St. John Fisher University, and the renowned Oak Hill Country Club. The village offers charming eateries and shops near our gallery, all within a beautiful, walkable setting along the Erie Canal. Ample free parking makes it easy to explore. Take home a piece of original art, created and shown by local artists, to remember your visit. Gallery hours for your visit: Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; (with the exception of First Fridays that are each month and open until 8 p.m.); and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Pittsford Fine Art

The Village Bakery in the Village of Pittsford hearkens back to the neighborhood bakeries of the past, offering sweet pastries and cookies, savory breakfasts and lunches, and handmade artisan-style hearth baked breads. Our talented baristas offer delicious coffee drinks, organic teas, healthy smoothies and refreshing iced beverages. Gather with your family, friends and neighbors in the stylish café. Our team of artisans bake bread daily using centuries old baking methods free of preservatives, dough conditioners and stabilizers. Our breakfast pastries are also handmade in the traditional French style, using only whole ingredients, and baked fresh every morning. Village Bakery & Cafe offers catering for breakfast and lunch events. Your guests will enjoy a full range of fresh and healthy offerings at your next corporate office luncheon or celebratory baby or bridal shower. Est. 2012

Village Bakery & Cafe Pittsford

We proudly feature locally sourced products, including specialty lattes, smoothies, fresh pastries, and ice cream. Our menu focuses on a carefully crafted selection of quality breakfast and lunch sandwiches, along with customer favorites like our famous chili, and unique breakfast chowder. Everything is made with fresh ingredients and prepared to order. Neutral Ground is also home to event space overlooking the Erie Canal. Our private, beautifully decorated room accommodates up to 50 guests and is perfect for baby showers, rehearsal dinners, celebrations of life, classes, seminars, and other special gatherings. We offer a flexible menu to suit a variety of occasions and budgets, and our experienced event planner will help coordinate every detail to ensure your event exceeds expectations. For larger evening events, the entire coffeehouse can also be included. For event inquiries and additional details, please contact: info@neutralgroundcoffee.com.

Neutral Ground Coffeehouse - Pittsford

NOTION is the brainchild of Bonnie Miguel, a Creative Director/Graphic Designer for over 25 years who is dedicated to the Rochester creative community. With her studio here in Pittsford for seven years, Bonnie thought it was perfect opportunity to provide local makers an outlet to make their amazing creations available to the public in this quaint little shop. Everything is either handmade here in Rochester or is vintage from days gone by. Looking for that unique gift for someone? NOTION has just the perfect thing, from wood and pottery creations to jewelry, a huge card selection and so many other unique items that are regularly being added to each week. Stop in and find just the perfect thing, and SUPPORT LOCAL!

NOTION

Cleo + Kin is a boutique lifestyle shop in the heart of Pittsford. The shop offers a wide selection of goods from women's clothing to home decor and baby gifts. Shop owner, Brenna, is also a maker of minimalist handcrafted jewelry and home fragrances. In addition to the goods she creates for the shop, she focuses on sourcing sustainable, independent brands and women run businesses. Her vision for Cleo + Kin is to create a welcoming and uplifting space that is filled with all the things she love to share with people. The shop will also be rolling out some creative classes and workshops later on this year, lead by Brenna as well as other local makers in the Rochester area.

Cleo + Kin Boutique Gift Shop

The Union Tavern, formerly the Reunion Inn, is located in the beautiful historic Sea Breeze neighborhood. Opening June, 2019, this New England style tavern features delicious food, cold drinks and a warm and welcoming atmosphere! Our menu consists of delicious, seaside favorites, ample appetizers for many to share, hearty comfort food and home-style entrees. Cocktails are a delightful mix of classic and creative, something old and something new. We have a large variety of beer, wine and cider featuring some of our local favorites!

The Union Tavern

Rochester, NY, is the third-largest metropolitan area in New York State, nestled along the southern shore of Lake Ontario. With a proud sports tradition, Rochester is home to iconic teams like the Rochester Red Wings (MiLB), Rochester Americans (AHL), Rochester Knighthawks (NLL), and Flower City Union (NPSL). Our vibrant sports culture thrives across all levels, from youth clubs and high schools to elite collegiate programs, creating a strong, year-round foundation for athletic excellence.

The Rochester NY Sports Commission champions Monroe County through the power of sports tourism. By attracting championships, invitationals, and tournaments across a wide range of disciplines, we help fuel the region’s economy and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Each year, Rochester welcomes a growing roster of sporting events, showcasing our top-tier facilities, supportive community, and dedication to teamwork on and off the field.

We invite event organizers, rights holders, and sports professionals to discover why Rochester and Monroe County are ideal destinations for your next competition or tournament. Let’s play in Rochester!

Visit Rochester

Let's Find You: A Wellness Experiential on the Canal Program. Six dates. Six locations. One unforgettable Fall of connection and growth.  
  
Join us for our Boat cruise with a Canal History & Candle-Making, the second experience in our Let's Find You: A Wellness Experiential on the Canal series.  
Paired with a candle-making activity this session combines water-based recreation, environmental storytelling, and reflection. Participants engage in a workshop with mental health experts while learning canal history and participating in a hands-on creative activity. The experience fosters emotional processing, cultural connection, and environmental education.  
  
Event Capacity note: Please note that this event capacity is 30 people. Tickets are being sold on a first come first serve basis to attract more attendees.  
  
Photo release note: Please be aware that by attending this event, you are consenting to your pictures and videos throughout being taken throughout the event. You acknowledge that you will not be entitled to any compensation, royalty, or other remuneration for the use of such photographs and/or videos. You understand that you may revoke this consent in writing at any time, and the Organization will cease using photographs and/or videos of you from that point forward and that any materials already published or distributed before the revocation cannot be recalled or removed unless provided notice in writing for such.

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