Batavia Daily Briefing: Vendor Fair, Bulldogs Win, Bobcat in Town

Good morning, Batavia. It is a packed Saturday with community events, big moments on the court and a comedy headliner capping off the night.

Inclusive vendor fair showcases local talent

A local nonprofit that supports adults with disabilities is hosting an inclusive vendor fair this morning from 8 a.m. to noon at 325 Main Street. The indoor market features handmade art, crafts, baked goods, jewelry and more, all created by entrepreneurs with disabilities. Visitors can browse for Valentine’s gifts while enjoying complimentary hot chocolate and donuts.

Bulldogs finish strong against Geneva

Batavia High School’s boys basketball team closed out rival Geneva with a 15–0 run to seal a 62–43 home win Friday night. Senior forward Evan Blankenship led the way with a double-double and punctuated the victory with a breakaway dunk in the final seconds, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. The win snaps a recent skid against the Vikings and keeps the Bulldogs in the conference title conversation.

Bobcat Goldthwait brings stand-up to downtown

Comedy fans have two chances tonight to catch Bobcat Goldthwait at The Comedy Vault on East Wilson Street, with shows scheduled for 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. The longtime comedian, actor and director is in town for a four-show run that began Friday. Organizers recommend arriving early, as evening performances are expected to draw strong crowds.

Celebrating good deeds close to home

A new community initiative is inviting residents to share stories of kindness they have seen around town, from neighbors helping neighbors to quiet acts of generosity. Local organizers say they hope collecting these stories will highlight the many ways Batavians look out for one another and inspire more people to get involved.

More happenings around Batavia today

Downtown, the calendar includes a playful “Ice Cream for Breakfast” promotion in the morning, a books-and-wine gathering for readers in the afternoon, and live music sets at local venues into the evening. Together with the vendor fair and comedy shows, it adds up to a full slate of things to do without leaving the city limits.

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