What's Happening Around
Candor?
We love our small town with the big heart! Many organizations are having events to add to the enjoyment of our citizens.
Upcoming Events (see Ongoing Events for Events that take place on a weekly or monthly basis)
Upcoming Events (see Ongoing Events for Events that take place on a weekly or monthly basis)
- Now until November 13 - Coat drive at Tioga State Bank . Drop new or gently used coats of all sizes at any TSB office. The coats will be distributed to local organizations.
- Now until December 1 - Light up your house or business for the holidays. Let's put some light and magic into the rest of 2020. No prizes, just plain fun!
- Now until December 12 - Gift card online fundraiser to benefit Resource Center of Candor, Bread of Life Food Pantry. Use the link https://na.eventscloud.com/rcocbolfp and 10% of your order from Texas Roadhouse goes to the Food Pantry.
- Tuesday, November 10 - Soup and Chili takeout from St. Marks Church, 17 Main St., Candor. 5 - 7 PM. Good will donation.
- Wednesday, November 11 - Honk Your Horn for Veterans. Drive by Maple Grove Cemetery on Owego St. and Honk Your Horn for Vets between 1 and 3 PM. For each honk a flag will be placed at the Veteran's Monument in honor or in memory of a veteran. A joint venture between American Legion Post 907 and the Candor Chamber of Commerce.
- Wednesday, November 11 - Bread of Life Food Pantry, Water St. From 3 - 5:30 PM come get what food you may need. Happening weekly.
- Wednesday, November 11 - Open Hearts Dinner, Methodist Church, Owego St., Free takeout dinner.5 - 6:30 PM. Happening weekly.
- Monday, November 16 - Candor History Center Open 9 AM- Noon. Other times by appointment by contacting Georgia Westgate at 659-7769. Lots of old photographs, family histories, information on past Candor businesses, Old CCS Yearbooks, old newspapers, books about growing up in Candor, Candor History, etc. Stop in, we'd love to see you! Happening weekly.
- Friday, November 20 - Doug's Fish Fry to Go at the Fire Station to benefit Candor EMS. 11 AM - 6 PM. Profits go towards new heart monitors.
- Friday, November 20 - St. Mark's Church is selling fresh handmade wreaths. $20 for a decorated wreath. Call 659-4724 to order yours.
- Tuesday, November 24 - Farmer's Market Thanksgiving Market at Town Hall Pavilion, 101 Owego Rd., Candor. 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Come shop for the Holidays with produce, baked goods, and crafts.
- Saturday, November 28 - Holiday Parade. 5:30 PM. Parade starts at Town Ball Field and goes down Spencer Ave. and Main Street to the School. All are encouraged to make a float for the parade. Those who are in the parade should meet at the town ball field on McCarty St., at 4:30 PM.
- Monday, December 14 - Chamber of Commerce Zoom meeting. 7 PM. Contact Dick Zavatto for the code.
- Saturday, December 19 - Misfitz Cruisin for the Kids, Town Ballfield. Accepting donations of unopened Toys and Gifts, cash or check.
Check out our Scarecrow Entries and Winners here
Shop Locally for the Holidays
New Members Wanted
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The Candor Chamber of Commerce is running a campaign for new members. Dues are $35 a year. You will then be added to this website and our Facebook page, and we will try to promote your business as much as possible. Be a part of Candor’s History! Some of our yearly events and projects are:
Candor Daffodil Festival first Saturday in May
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Grants for Free Home Repair
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Do you know anyone who needs a new roof or heating system or paint, or a new porch? There are TWO home grants being offered for our area right now. They cost the homeowner nothing. One is being offered by Tioga Opportunities, and the other by Bishop Sheen Housing. Tioga Opportunities is based in Owego, phone 607-687-4222, and helps low-income homeowners with repairs. Bishop Sheen Housing helps with home repairs for low-moderate income families, seniors, veterans, and persons living with disabilities. Call 585-657-4114 or email sheen2@rochester.rr.com. Click here for an application.
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