Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, founder Ryan Wallace moved Qwiksolar to New York State in 2012 and began working in the Finger Lakes and Rochester regions.

North of the City of Geneva is Qwiksolar Solar Farm, a co-operative where local residents and businesses can own a solar array and use it to remotely power their workplaces and homes.

Started in 2015 as charitable organization, BluePrint Geneva builds portable homes that are self-sufficient and that generate their own electricity and heat.

A popular ice cream shop in the Geneva area, Mr. Twistee's on Pre-Emption Road makes their own ice cream, sherbet, frozen yogurt and Italian ice.

Noah Lucas '13, a co-founder of BluePrint Geneva, finishes construction inside his 288 sq. ft. home. Lucas designed the home which relies on solar power and rain water harvesting, and that includes a composting toilet, wood stove and radiant in-heat flooring.

Linden Street in the city of Geneva is home to many popular restaurants and nightspots. On the weekend, the activity moves outside when Linden Street becomes a pedestrian walkway, and the social pulse of Geneva.

One of Linden Street's newest restaurants, FLX Table, features a fixed menu, 12 spots at its table, and one different dining experience! Here, the co-owners Christopher Bates and Isabel Bogadtke pose for a photo.

Rafael Diaz, the owner of El Morro Restaurant, is also the chair of Festival Latino in Geneva, a popular celebration at the Bicentennial Park downtown.

Owner Jim Hogan shows off some of the merchandise available at Geneva Bicycle Center. He has run the business for more than 15 years and the hard work of the staff has earned GBC a place in the top 100 bicycle stores in the U.S. for four years running.

Located on Exchange Street, El Morro Restaurant features Puerto Rican and international cuisine. El Morro also has a food truck, which can be spotted at HWS during exams.

Melissa Cardinale Peters, owner of Melissa's Barber Shop, has been running her business in Geneva since 2004.

Kelly Bradley, Executive Director and Director of Operations of the Smith Opera House, sits in the lower level of the restored 19th-century theatre. Able to seat 1400, the Opera House features live performances and films, and is dedicated to enhancing cultural opportunities in Geneva.

Melissa's Barber Shop is a men's haircare specialist on Seneca Avenue, just across from the Smith Opera House.

A staple of Exchange Street, Lake City Hobby and Toys has been in business in Geneva since 1971. The cozy hobby store sells everything from model kits, airplanes and trains to collectibles and remote controlled cars.

Jim Greco has owned Lake City Hobby and Toys since 1976, when he and his wife Marlene purchased the store from John and Teresa Zugec. Jim prides himself on creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere, while helping customers find just the right toy.

Bagels 'n Cakes,” opened in 1999 by Bill and Lori Legott, is a popular destination for students, offering everything from fresh-made bagels and sandwiches to cookies, cakes and homemade pies.