'Tis the season to be jolly, and no place does festive cheer quite like Corning's Gaffer District! As the snowflakes delicately descend upon our charming streets, America’s Crystal City comes alive…
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Summer is in full swing, and there's no better place to experience the vibrant spirit of the season than in downtown Corning, N.Y. From the Corning Farmers Market to live music concerts and community…
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GlassFest 2023 is just around the corner, and if you're planning to attend this exciting festival, there are plenty of activities in which to take part. From a free concert series to live glass…
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“I’ve never met a person who has been in Corning for the holiday season who didn’t love it. It’s a time of year everyone ought to look forward to.” - Bill Boland, Mayor of Corning Hey, my…
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Hi! I’m Becca, and I will be your tour guide through the Gaffer District. Today, we’ll be going through some of my favorite ways to eat and shop in my hometown. I’ve lived here almost my entire life…
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Did you know that the Gaffer District's Shop Local Summer Sidewalk Sales are happening in historic downtown Corning this weekend from Thursday, July 28th to Saturday, July 30th? I think we can all…
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Hey, I’m Matthew, your friendly neighborhood Marketing Manager from the Gaffer District. Have you ever thought to yourself, “I wish there were a ton of events happening in downtown Corning each week…
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Hey, my name is Kristen, and I am kind of a geek when it comes to history in downtown Corning. When you think of famous historical cities, I bet you think of Athens, Rome, and even Boston. Well, I…
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Hey, I'm Matthew. Are you thinking about attending GlassFest 2022 in downtown Corning this year? If so, here are five things I wouldn't want to miss during the festival: Rock the Park Presented by…
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Mark your calendars for GlassFest 2022 ! May 26-29, 2022 GlassFest marks the official start of Summer in Downtown Corning. Over the course of four days, Corning's vibrant downtown comes alive with live…
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