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Ellicottville Paranormal Walks
On select Fridays in September and October, the public is invited to join in one of five Ellicottville’s Paranormal Walks and hear the haunted tales of Ellicottville, as well as stories from the archive of first-hand accounts from past ghost hunts.
Rock n’ Roll Weekend Live Music Line-Up
We’ve been preparing and now the countdown is on! Rock N’ Roll weekend has been around for decades, allowing people to step back in time to the good ole’ rock n’ roll days.
Annual Chamber Golf Outing
Spectacular weather on the beautiful greens of Holiday Valley Resort is how several of us spent our evening last Thursday, September 9, 2021 for the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Golf Outing.
Final StrOlean Event Scheduled for October
The final edition of the three StrOleans is set for Friday, October 1st. Event-goers can saunter, amble, wander, walk; and able to enjoy food, music, fine arts, classic cars and fun for all ages.
Running of the Squirrels
The 2nd Annual Allegheny River Running Fest was another success in the race books. Coming into year two, the ARRF committee was looking for another repeat of the event 2020 even with COVID last year.
Jessica Maynard-Gilbert of Ava Grace Fashions Receives Entrepreneur of the Year
In an effort to recognize our resilient business community, the Small Business Development Center has created the first ever Entrepreneurs of the Year Awards for our region.
NOW this… by Brenda
Don’t judge, but in my world, every season is pumpkin season. Every season is also pineapple season, potato season, and pink lemonade season. But pumpkins are front and center right now.
Welcome to Pumpkinville
Few things say “fall” like a visit to the pumpkin patch, a fresh pumpkin donut, or a nice cold pumpkin ale, and now you can enjoy all of these autumn delights at Pumpkinville!
Meatball Street Brawl
The contenders have been set, location booked and rivalries high as we head into the kick-off event of the fall season, Meatball Street Brawl. The game will be on a large screen. The meatballs will be many. There will be beer and wine and bread and antacid.
From Ellicottville to Africa
As August gives way to September, most local 17-year-olds are gearing up for their final year of high school, a year devoted to last hurrahs, fun with friends, and college plans. Ellicottville native Callie Rounds is not like most 17-year-olds, however.
Lacrosse Festival
For its fifth year running, spanning over a three-day period across two venues, athletes of all skill levels and ages will huddle up in Ellicottville for the 2021 Lacrosse Festival.
Are You Ready to Rock?
Music. Classic cars. Great food. Put them all together and you get your chance to close out summer in style at Ellicottville’s Rock N’ Roll Weekend.
Salamanca’s Camp Warrior
As a senior in high school, one often spends their free time reflecting on the previous years. It has come to my attention that people (not only high school students) tend to take the present moment for granted.
Build Up Your Ski Strength
If you are one of the many who plan on enjoying these winter sports, you already know that you need more than just good equipment to be a good skier/snowboarder. You need a strong and conditioned body as well.
What Really is Resilience Anyways? How Do We Grab Hold of It?
Have you ever heard the term ‘resilience’? Otherwise known as “bouncing back” or “skating through” times of turmoil, stress, or hardship.
Ellicottville Resident and Outdoor Legend Dies at 95
Edna Northrup passed away on September 8, 2021. She died surrounded by family at her home on the Pengilly Hill Farm in Ellicottville, NY. Visitation will be at the Yodeler Lodge at Holiday Valley on Friday, September 10th and Saturday, September 11th.
Creative Clay Classes are Back at the Tri-County Arts Council
The Tri-County Arts Council is delighted to bring back its popular monthly Creative Clay Classes. The first class will be offered Tuesday, Sept. 14th and Tuesday, Sept. 28th in the arts council gallery studio.
29 Foursomes Compete In 8th Corporate Golf Classic
The GOACC Corporate Golf Classic pits businesses against businesses in a heated competition to be deemed corporate winners. This year, the golf classic was able to donate $750 to the Michele Krahe Peace Scholarship Fund with the Catt. Region Community Foundation.
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with the Bemus Point Golf Club & Tap House
The Bemus Point Golf Club & Tap House will be hosting a Labor Day Weekend Celebration including a public fireworks display, live music, Kallie’s Krusade Fundraiser, Mikey’s Famous Chicken BBQ, and The Great Golf Ball Drop.
Where Did The Trees Go?
Ellicottville is proud to be a Tree City USA, which means we inventory and curate our beloved Village trees. A few were removed on Thursday morning that were overgrown and/or diseased. Some will just get a haircut.