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Weekend top picks: Holiday Window Display Competition, Antarctica Day, and more

Weekend top picks: Holiday Window Display Competition, Antarctica Day, and more

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(607NewsNow) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these top picks for fun activities in the area:

Downtown Ithaca Holiday Window Display Competition:

Starting this weekend on Friday, November 28th, members of the public can walk the Ithaca Commons and view dozens of window displays decorated for the holidays. When you find your favorite, cast your vote and the winner will be announced on December 17th. Find more information here.

Holiday Open Farm Days:

At Sheperd’s Creek Alpacas in Trumansburg, pose for photos with the alpacas and feed them their favorite treats this Saturday, November 29th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Find more information and dates here.

Eileen Ivers – Joyful Christmas:

The Center for the Arts of Homer will host fiddle player Eileen Ivers this Saturday, November 29th for a Christmas concert. Doors open at 7 p.m., find more information here.

Celebrate Antarctica Day at the Museum of the Earth:

On Sunday, November 30th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., experience the wonders of Antarctica at the Museum of the Earth’s Antarctica Day event. Scientists will be on hand to share insights into fossils and specimens not usually on display at the museum. Find more information here.

Buffalo Bills Game at Hopshire Farm & Brewery:

Watch the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers face off this Sunday, November 29th while enjoying a beverage and food at Hopshire Farm & Brewery. Kickoff is at 4:25 p.m., find more information here.

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