HARVEST CELEBRATION Septemeber 20, 2013
"HArvest Moon CeMetery tour" Contributed Article Festivals Fredonia "One of the most beautiful cemeteries in Western New York is Forest Hill..." So begins the history of the cemetery located in Fredonia, New York (Fredonia is located at Exit 59 off I-90). On October 18-19, 2013 Festivals Fredonia, Inc. - noted for its Ghost & History Tours, will host horse-drawn trolley tours every half hour through the cemetery. Come hear the tales of the founding families, local heroes
and some of the most notorious villains from around the area all told by knowledgeable guides. If you're lucky, you may even hear the stories of the past from the dearly departed themselves residing within the cemetery gates. The tours begin at 7 p.m. and run until 10 p.m. The trolleys will load passengers at the gazebo in West Barker Commons Park on West Main Street in downtown Fredonia and return to the same area. Last year the trolley tours sold out – don’t be left standing in the cold – call now for reservations. The
tour is appropriate for ages 8 and up. Reservations can be made by calling Time Pieces Gift Shop at 716679-4818. Tickets are $12.50 each and will include refreshments served in the gazebo at tour's end. For more information check out the website at www.festivalsfredonia. com. Persons interested in volunteering to help out with this event may contact Mary Jane Starks at festivalsfredonia@ netsync.net.
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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
Celebrate fall with the Colors of Chautauqua, a season-long learning festival. Take a class in culinary, creative, and cultural arts. Tour historic cemeteries. Explore the Amish countryside. Experience all the seasonal colors in Chautauqua County – The World’s Learning Center.
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Friday, Oct. 18, 7p.m. – 10p.m. Barker Commons Fredonia
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Sunday, Sept. 29, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Busti Grist Mill and Museum Busti
harmOny histOriCal sOCiety Fall FestiVal Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Harmony Historical Museum Ashville
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Saturday, Oct. 5, 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. Lake View Cemetery Jamestown
Fall Fest at peek'n peak (WeekenD 1) Starts: Saturday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m. Ends: Sunday, Oct. 13, 5 p.m. Peek’n Peak Resort and Spa Clymer
Starts: Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. Ends: Sunday, Oct. 20, 5 p.m. Peek’n Peak Resort and Spa Clymer
FeDerWeisser FestiVal (WeekenD 1)
Starts: Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ends: Sunday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Johnson Estate Winery Westfield
FeDerWeisser FestiVal (WeekenD 2)
Starts: Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ends: Sunday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Johnson Estate Winery Westfield
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Starts: Friday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Ends: Sunday Nov. 3, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Lake Erie Wine Country Wineries North East, PA to Silver Creek, NY
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leArning is A liFelong eXperienCe Contributed Article SUNY Fredonia Lifelong Learning Lifelong Learning and Special Programs at SUNY Fredonia offers a variety of learning experiences for students as well as community members. Through its Fredonia Academy, Lifelong Learning offers many noncredit learning opportunities. SUNY Fredonia traces its roots to Fredonia Academy, which officially opened in 1826. To honor the college’s beginnings, Lifelong Learning launched a 21st century Academy. Here, faculty and staff share their knowledge and expertise with the college and surrounding communities – much like the Academy’s faculty did so long ago. Through J-Term (January 6-17, 2014) and Summer Sessions (May 19-August 1, 2014), undergraduate and graduate students are offered traditional classroom instruction, online learning, and study abroad experiences.
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The Lifelong Learning Credit Program is designed for those who would like to begin (or restart) their college studies on a part-time basis. This program enables individuals to apply to SUNY Fredonia and enroll in regular undergraduate courses for credit. Although the application process is greatly simplified, Lifelong Learning students are held to the same academic standards as their matriculated colleagues – and experience the same high quality education. For community members who would like to partake in a college course but do not wish to earn college credit, course auditing is an option. By applying for course audit privileges, individuals can gain the knowledge imparted in many of the college’s regularly scheduled courses. For more information about these programs, please visit www.fredonia. edu/lifelong or phone Lifelong Learning at 716.673.3177.
peek'n peAk FAll FestivAl Family-FrienDly aCtiVities sCheDUleD OVer tWO WeekenDs By Daniel Meyer Star Contributing Writer The Peek’n Peak Fall Festival will take place again this year as the annual celebration will feature fabulous food, vendors, live entertainment, arts and crafts for children and numerous other activities that the entire family can enjoy. The beauty of the fall season in Chautauqua County will be showcased next month at Peek’n Peak Resort and Spa at the 26th annual Fall Festival. With scheduled events on the agenda the weekends of October 12 and 13 and October 19 and 20, Peek'n Peak will serve as the center of fall festivities on all four days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In an ongoing effort to make this year’s festival the biggest and best yet, organizers have added some new attractions and increased the live musical entertainment lineup
for what is already considered to be the region’s premiere event that celebrates the fall season. New attractions at this year's include the Paul Bunyan Lumberjacks, who will perform three shows on October 19 and October 20. In addition, The Peak Mountain Challenge will take place on October 19 as participants will start at the Sugar Shack at the base of Chair 8 and race to the top of Finsbury Field at the peak of the mountain. The first male and first female to cross the finish line will receive a full season ski pass, with other prizes being awarded to the top finishers in each age group. Other attractions include the famous "pumpkin cannon," a craft show, a farmer's market, a petting zoo and pony rides for children, horse and carriage rides, the annual snow sports equipment swap and a classic car show. Continued on pAge 9
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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
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tOUr OF histOriC lee tOWn aDams hOme anD Chili COOk-OFF neW this year at the FOrestVille Fall Fest By Patricia Pihl Managing Editor Whatever your fall fancy– whether enjoying the crisper temperatures of the outdoors, leaf peeping through nature’s kaleidoscope, or savoring the season’s bounty, make sure to kick off your autumn experience with a trip to the Forestville Fall Fest, October 5 and 6. An annual favorite, there’s festival fun for everyone and a full slate of activities. New this year is the chili cook-off, which takes place at noon at Forestville’s High School on Saturday, Oct. 5. Categories include “The Best of the Best”, “Maybe Next Year”, and “Most Tantalizing Title.” Enter to win bragging rights for your chili, a trophy and a cash prize. To pre-register for the chili cook-off, contact Terri at 679-8384. Chili must have a name and in be in quantities of five quarts. Tickets will be sold for tasting, and to vote for a favorite. Proceeds from the chili-cook off will benefit fall festival charities and scholarship fund. A tour of the newly renovated house of former Judge Adams at 21 Pearl St. is also among featured events. Built in 1871, this Victorian Second Empire house includes a music room, library,
Tours of the historic home of Judge and Mrs. Lee Towne Adams, located at 21 Pearl Street in Forestville will take place on Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 and proceeds will benefit the Forestville Fire Company and The J. Carter Knapp Legion Post of Forestville. For more information, call 716934-8534. (Star File Photo). room and bedrooms. (A donation of $8 oval dining room, large entrance hall, three-story cantilevered spiral is asked.) staircase, crown moldings and central medallions, second floor bedrooms, a Other Saturday activities include a study and stage and a third floor play historical display, a photo booth with
props, and a meat raffle at the American Legion at 7 p.m. From noon until 6 p.m. St. Rose of Lima’s Church will host a Con pork dinner. Festival favorites happening again this year is a craft show, various Pum children’s activities, familiar food vendors and of course, fresh produce. Pum bein On Sunday, a chicken barbecue is farm scheduled at the fire hall from 12 p.m. rese until dinners are sold out. At 1 p.m. cont the parade takes place, with winners in th announced at 3 p.m. Also included on Saturday is a “decorate your bike In th contest”. Hallo Dan, Can you create a masterpiece with peop knife and pumpkin in hand? If so, buy then bring your carved creation to the addi festival’s Jack-o-lantern contest, at the build village mall on Friday, Oct. 4 between 4-5:30 p.m. Prizes will be given away In 19 for the funniest and most original. over of an Antique lovers will want to bring their fami seasoned treasures to the festival for a fal appraisal. For those interested in antique their farm equipment, antique tractors will their also be on display. There is also a cider Pum press demonstration and folks will have attra a change to see how an antique apple 100, peeler and pumpkin chucker work. For more information on the festival, call 716-965-2675.
CArnivAl lovers eXpeCted to FloCk to elliCottville tWO-Day eVent Will likely DraW tens OF thOUsanDs tO the reGiOn By Daniel Meyer Star Contributing Writer The region's oldest and largest community celebration will take place next month just when the foliage of the surrounding hills are ablaze with color when the annual Ellicottville Fall Festival is held. Scheduled for Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13, the weekend will feature tens of thousands of festival goers taking in all of the sights and sounds that comes with eating unique foods, perusing a massive art and craft show, enjoying carnival rides and listening to live musical entertainment. So as temperatures cool and the leaves continue to change color, people from throughout Western New York and beyond are planning their weekend trips to Ellicottville for the annual festival, which regularly attracts attendees from Pennsylvania, Ohio and parts of Canada.
What started in 1975 as a simple event has grown into a can't-miss party destination for many, including many seasonal Ellicottville property owners who come to town to get their chalets ready for the season. Downtown Ellicottville virtually shuts down each year to become a festival and craft haven for Columbus Day weekend as the two main intersections are filled with hundreds of arts and craft vendors, carnival rides and games for the entire family. “This has become a ritual for a lot of people,” said Brian McFadden, Executive Director of the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce. “Not only is it Canada’s Thanksgiving, but many people who live in Canada and own property in Ellicottville designate that weekend as the time to get here and open things up and get ready for winter.” Located approximately 60 miles from Buffalo and roughly the same distance from Canada, Ellicottville becomes the place to be during the weekend celebration that welcomes plenty of nearby Chautauqua County residents
to visit the many shops, restaurants and other business entities that make up Ellicottville's hustling and bustling central business district. The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce manages this event, with officials saying it is easily their largest festival in terms of total attendance. Ongoing
efforts to keep the massive crowds under control result in making the festival family friendly, especially in the evening hours when many festivalgoers gather to enjoy the various entertainment options that include live performances by a wide variety of musicians. Continued on pAge 8
Seating is limited & reservations are a must!
Harvest Moon Reserve Now Cemetery Tours 888-414-4818 Oct. 18 & 19 Fredonia, NY I90--Exit 59
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Evening Horse-Drawn Trolley Tours
Tickets: $12.50 includes refreshments at tour's end
For more info. www.festivalsfredonia.com
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Questions tHe History oF puMpkinville ABout puMpkins Contributed Article Pumpkinville Pumpkinville enjoys the claim of being the oldest original pumpkin farm in New York State. In fact, research shows it might be the oldest continuously operated pumpkin farm in the United States. In the early 1960s, Joe and Helen Halloran’s teenage sons, Tom and Dan, planted a few pumpkins and people stopped by the roadside to buy them. Over the years, they began adding more pumpkins, displays and buildings to the farm. In 1996, the Pawlowski family took over Pumpkinville making it more of an entertainment destination for families wanting to do something on a fall afternoon. Dan and Diane and their children Lisa and Jim combined their creativity with hard work to grow Pumpkinville into the regional tourist attraction it is today. More than 100,000 people visit Pumpkinville
annually.
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Today, Pumpkinville is a 200-acre family-friendly fall entertainment facility. One of its highlights is a cider mill that dates back to the 1870s and was refurbished in 2004. Visitors can enjoy the unique experience of seeing apples squeezed and experience the sights, sounds and aroma of cider making.
Pumpkinville
Pumpkinville also features a variety of attractions including thousands of pumpkins in the Pumpkin Yard, a Six-Acre Corn Maze, the Pumpkin Jumpin’ Pillows, The Singing Chickens, Pumpkinville Mining Company, Hay Rides, Cow Train, Farm Animals, Storyland, Corn Cannon, Crafts, Di’s Pies & Bake Shop, homemade fudge, pumpkin donuts, the Apple Barn, the Pavilion and much more.
Pumpkins are grown on all continents except Antarctica.
Pumpkinville will have something to interest every member of the family no matter what their age.
What kinD OF FOOD GrOUp DOes the pUmpkin BelOnG tO?
The pumpkin is a squash and it is part of the cucurbita family which also includes cucumbers.
Where Can yOU GrOW pUmpkins?
When DO yOU start plantinG pUmpkins?
It depends upon what kind of pumpkin you’d like to grow. Giant pumpkins seeds should be planted indoors between April 25 – May 15 and then move to the outside only after the first leaves form. Seeds for field pumpkins, the kind you use for Jack O’ Lanterns, should be planted indoors from May 15 – June 15 and moved to your garden after two weeks. Miniature pumpkins should be planted indoors from May 25 – July 1 and moved to the garden after two weeks.
hOW DiD pUmpkins OriGinate?
It is believed that people began growing pumpkins in Central America. Seeds dating back to 5,500 B.C. have been found in some areas of Mexico. Research shows that it was a staple in the diets of Native Americans, who introduced it to European settlers.
When Was the First pUmpkin pie maDe? No one really knows when, but it appears that early settlers in America used the pumpkin for the crust. They hollowed out pumpkin shell and filled it with honey and spices and then baked it.
are pUmpkins GOOD FOr yOU?
Pumpkins are very good for you to eat. They contain a lot of Vitamin A and potassium and are high in fiber.
What is the histOry OF the JaCk O' lantern?
The legend goes back hundreds of years in Irish History, but, the original Jack O'Lantern wasn’t a pumpkin. As the tale goes, Stingy Jack was a miserable, old drunk who played tricks on everyone including the Devil himself. Stingy Jack tricked the Devil into climbing up an apple tree and while the Devil was there, Stingy Jack placed crosses around the tree trunk. The Devil couldn’t get down the tree, so Stingy Jack made him promise him not to take his soul when he died. The Devil promised and Stingy Jack removed the crosses. When Stingy Jack died, he went to Heaven, but Saint Peter said he was too mean and too cruel and had led a miserable and worthless life on earth. So Stingy Jack wasn’t allowed into heaven. He then went down to Hell and the Devil kept his promise and would not allow him to enter Hell. Jack had nowhere to go but to wander in the darkness between heaven and hell. He asked the Devil how he could leave with no light, so the Devil tossed him an ember from the flames of Hell to light his way. Jack placed the ember in a hollowed out Turnip, one of his favorite foods which he always carried around with him. For that day onward, Stingy Jack roamed the earth without a resting place, lighting his way as he went with his "Jack O'Lantern". In the 1800's a couple of waves of Irish immigrants came to America. The Irish immigrants quickly discovered that Pumpkins were bigger and easier to carve out. So they used pumpkins for Jack O' Lanterns.
puMpkinville At-A-glAnCe
Contributed Article Pumpkinville DATES OPEN: Open through Oct. 31, 2013. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day ADMISSION: Free, but some attractions require a fee. CONTRACT: 4844 Sugartown Road, Great Valley, NY 14741 716-699-2205
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DIRECTIONS: Just minutes from Ellicottville, NY (for map go to: www.pumpkinville.com) OWNERS: Dan & Diane Pawlowski
DAILY ACTIVITIES: Pumpkin Yard, Antique Apple Cider Mill, 6+ Acre Corn Maze, Di’s Pies & Bake Shoppe (on site bakery), Pumpkin Jumpin’ Pillows, Pumpkinville Mining Company, The Singing Chickens, Hay Rides, Farm Animals, Corn Cannon, Cow Train and Crafts. SPECIAL ACTIVITIES: Helicopters Rides and Live Entertainment on weekends only. SPECIAL FOODS: Freshly Made Pumpkin Donuts, Pumpkin Ice Cream, Freshly Pressed Apple Cider, Pumpkin Pies, Cookies, Barbecue Chicken (weekends only), Homemade Fudge, Homemade Caramel Sauce, Old Fashioned Kettle Corn, Real Maple Syrup and Related Products.
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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
CeleBrAte tHe 46tH AnnuAl FestivAl oF grApes
By Patricia Pihl Managing Editor Grown on the escarpment from Northern Chautauqua County to Pennsylvania are 30,0000 acres of vineyards, making the region along the Lake Erie shoreline the largest grapegrowing region outside of California. For nearly half a century, the village of Silver Creek has celebrated this rich agricultural heritage with its annual Festival of Grapes. As in past years, the celebration kicks off on a Thursday night, September 19, with opening ceremonies introducing the pageant, pentathlon and baby contest winners, as well as the grape grower of the year and parade grand marshal. Grape stomping, a crowd favorite, begins at 7 p.m. with teams of three competing against one another. New this year is a children’s grape stomp, on Saturday, September 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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On Friday, September 20, The Diva Show Band performs from 6 – 9 p.m. in front of the gazebo. The band is fronted by three powerful female vocalists and backed by four equally talented, professional musicians. The show travels through the 40s Big Band swing, to a 50s sock hop, into the psychedelic 60s, the 70s disco, 80s pop, up to and including today’s greatest hits. On Saturday, Terry Buchwald, Western New York’s favorite Elvis impersonator, performs at the festival from 6-9 p.m.
Also on Saturday, Clumsy The Entertainer (comedy and juggling) takes to the stage at 11 a.m. with The Todd Nelson Magic Show following at 1p.m. Performances were made possible through a grant from the Heritage Foundation and The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundations.
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The Eclectic Dance Company Performance begins at noon in front of the gazebo, and members of Crino’s Martial Arts Academy and Karate Connection give a karate demonstration at 2 p.m. Also on Saturday, Imortal, a local teen rock band will perform on the outdoor stage in front of The Backline on Park Place. Imortal recreates the music of classic rock bands such as Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Jim Hendrix and Cream. This year marks the band’s fourth year at the festival. On Sunday, the Silver Creek Festival of Grapes parade takes place on Main Street at 1 p.m.
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Contests held during the festival include an amateur wine making competition, and grape dessert competition (entries for both must use locally grown grapes) on Saturday at 11 a.m. Individuals should register at the Firemen’s Club on Jackson Street. Festival-goers will be able to enjoy rides and concessions on Friday, from 5 p.m. until close and on Saturday and Sunday, from noon until close. Arts and crafts will also be on display on Friday from noon until dusk and on
The 2013 Festival of Grapes Pageant winners are from left to right: Jr. Miss Festival, Alexis Murawski; Miss Festival, Gabriella Lockwood, and Little Miss Festival, Genevieve Balestrieri.
Saturday, from 9 a.m. until dusk and on Sunday, from noon until 5 p.m. Other activities taking place include a farmers market on both days from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Park Place in the square; the Anderson-Lee Library Annual Book Sale will be held throughout the weekend; a grape pie sale at the First United church on Thursday at 6 p.m. and a United Angels Youth group dinner and grape pie sale on Friday at 6 p.m. A Silver Creek Grape Bowl Football game versus Gowanda Central School takes place on Friday at 7p.m. at the Silver Creek Football
Field. In addition, a chicken barbecue is planned at the Silver Creek VFW Post on Sunday, September 22 at noon until sold out. Area wineries will be available for wine tasting throughout the weekend. For more information on any of the Festival of Grapes activities, interested persons should contact Lisa Romano at 785-8033, or by email at leemarie@ netsync.net or visit the Festival of Grapes Facebook page. The festival of grapes headquarters, located in the Pennysaver office, will be open throughout the festival.
CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
AutuMn opening oF Hurry Hill FArM MAple MuseuM
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pure maple syrup made at Hurry Hill Farm.
Hurry Hill Farm Maple Museum
Hurry Hill Farm Maple Museum is Northwest Pennsylvania's only museum dedicated to preserving and interpreting the art and craft of making pure maple syrup and related products. It is a perfect outing for Sunday afternoon with friends, family, young and old.
Hurry Hill Farm Maple Museum is now open Sundays from 2- 5 p.m. through the end of November. Located at 11380 Fry Road, a couple of miles north of Rt. 6N, in Edinboro, Pa., the museum features educational exhibits with maple sap producing tools, maple syrup related antiques, actual sections of maple trees and illustrated American Indian lore about syrup production. It also includes a country kitchen circa 1950 and the outstanding exhibit room that focuses on Edinboro author Virginia Sorensen and her Newbery Award Winning children’s book “Miracles on Maple Hill.” Members of the Edinboro Area Historical Society will be offering maple sundaes for sale, a tasty treat that gives visitors the chance to taste
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The Museum's Farm Stand stocks pure maple syrup and assorted maple products for those who want to replenish their supply for the coming winter. Candy and copies of “Miracles on Maple Hill” are available for sale in the museum's gift shop.
The Hurry Hill Farm Maple Museum. (Submitted Photo)
There's always something new at the Hurry Hill Farm Maple Museum. Mark your calendars and save the dates of the 2014 Maple Taste and Tour on Saturday, March 15, 2014, at 10 a.m. 4 p.m., and Sunday, March 16, 2014 at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
Busti Apple Harvest Festival to Feature Restored Mill Operational Gristmill Forty Years in the Making
Contributed Article The Busti Apple Festival Committee With Contributions by Patricia Pihl, Managing Editor Held the last Sunday in September, The 39th annual Busti Apple Harvest Festival will take place Sunday, September 29, in Busti on the grounds between and around the gristmill and museum. This year for the first time, the festival will feature the 1838 historic mill working, grinding the grain. For 40 years, the Busti Historical Society’s chief goal has been the eventual restoration of the Mill. The historic 1839 mill was finally completed this year and festival-goers will be able to view its operations, with demonstrations held for the first time. The gristmill also has new exhibits and will be open for tours.
After 40 years of renovations, the Busti Mill will be fully operational for demonstrations at the Busti Apple Harvest Festival on September 29. (Photo by Patricia Pihl).
Norman Carlson, charter member of the Busti Historical Society, stated, “we invite everyone to see it (the mill) and how it fit into life in the 19th century.” The monumental task of moving artifacts from the Busti Mill into the new storage barn has been accomplished in preparation for the Apple Festival. The flour dust created by the grinding requires the removal of all the display artifacts that have been shown for years on the first and second floors of the mill. Items too large for display in the museum building had remained in the mill as long as it was not in operation. Now the Society has built a new building behind the recently acquired house that was originally the residence of the early millers. Last Sunday volunteers took 11 truckloads of items across the road from the mill to the new building. Approximately 85 more objects are being moved including some of the heaviest, oldest, and most fragile. This has been done mainly on subsequent weekends along with all the other work of preparing for the 39th annual Apple Harvest Festival. Along with space in the new building, much extra ground
A bag at the chute intercepts grain A (runners) top stone hangs suspended coming down into the grinding in the tree or screw jack in the newly assembly consisting of hopper, restored Busti Gristmill. The segments of stones and other parts. (Photo by the burrstone are clearly visible. (Photo Patricia Pihl) by Patricia Pihl) has been filled and leveled next to the new building and the miller house. The Festival also features pioneer and This will be used for demonstrations, 19th century skill demonstrations, giving the Festival a new layout and craft vendors, farmers' market, and atmosphere as well as an expanded ready to eat and take home foods. The range of attractions. Mill, as well as all other buildings has
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While many of the scheduled activities take place in downtown Ellicottville, Holiday Valley is also involved as they open their lifts to give rides to the top of the mountain, where people can enjoy a cookout and witness other outdoor entertainment. While the craft show and sale is a big draw, there are so many other attractions that bring people to the
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“While many people love to look at the arts and crafts and make purchases, the opportunities to sample all different types of food, to purchase winter clothes and to take part in the ski swap are also popular. We are hoping for a sunshine-filled weekend so those who take the time to make the trip can spend some quality time in Ellicotville.”
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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
Take an Amish Tour of the Countryside
By Dodi Kingsfield
Amish tours are available as guided or self-guided trips, depending on a visitor’s comfort level or sense of adventure. A typical guided tour requires making reservations in advance (the guides themselves are not Amish) and meeting the guide at a predetermined location where they will join you in your car and guide you and your party through the Amish countryside, sharing their knowledge of the Old Order Amish traditions and community. They will guide you through the rolling countryside to see Amish farms, shop at Amish artisans for goods and even eat Amish food. Personalized Amish tours can be made through the Leon Historical Society (http:\\leonhistoricalsociety.webs. com) or the Randolph Area Community Development Corporation (716-3589701, ext. 208). Carol Lorenc of Amish Flair Tours in Cherry Creek (716-9623412) offers her unique Amish tour that concludes with an Amish style lunch at the Cherry Creek Inn for all participants.
the Star Contributing Writer
Provided it’s not Sunday, the day of worship, or Wednesday, the go-totown and family obligation day, any fall on day is a perfect day for an Amish tour e of simpler times and a slower pace ng, of life, if even for just one day. Tours g, of the Old Order Amish community are one of Chautauqua County’s g, premier tourist attractions, allowing oths, the English (non-Amish) a glimpse into the lifestyles of these simple German den people that live in our area. s, The Amish of Chautauqua and ered Cattaraugus counties are conservative and traditional in their beliefs regarding religion, work, family and community. usic They live an intentional lifestyle, free and of modern conveniences and make their living by farming and cottage industries. Easily recognized by their plain, solid-colored clothing, and horse s, and buggy transportation, the Amish came to our area in the mid-1900’s e as small groups and have grown into nd several larger communities living on farms throughout the rural countryside. The men and women of the order ach depend heavily on the support of the English to purchase their crafts alsoand goods so they can maintain their self-sufficient lifestyles. Amish women are excellent bakers, selling pies, , hotcakes, cookies and breads or canned el goods. Others may sell their time consuming handiwork in the form of ing Amish quilts and rugs, dolls and other l be cloth toys. Excess harvest from the up farm and garden such as corn, eggs, ne fruits and vegetables may also be sold to support the family. Aside from farming, many Amish men also operate sawmills, make custom furniture, forge w ironworks or craft leather and wood r products like awnings or sheds. ple There are no Amish shopping malls in Amish country, nor are there neon m. signs or e-mail addresses, let alone telephones (which means no credit free. card purchases). The Amish sell their n s products out of their homes, via a e roadside stand, specialty shop, the 0134
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For the more adventurous, download the Chautauqua County Amish trail maps and addresses (http://www. tourchautauqua.com/maps.aspx) for a self-guided jaunt into the hilly countryside where figuring out how to get there becomes part of the personal tour. Amish tourism maps identify the proprietor, location and type of shop and goods sold. Cell phone and GPS service may be spotty in some rural Amish communities, so remember that the sun sets in the west and having a compass may not be a bad idea. There is a plan to have a downloadable GPS map of all Amish trail participants available in the near future to make self-guided tours a more viable option for those less familiar with the country locations. barn or a greenhouse. There are a few local businesses such as the Mystic Hill Olde Barn in Cattaraugus, Valley View Cheese Factory in Conewango Valley or Amish Collections in Erie County’s Gowanda that are sellers of
local Amish made goods, just in case visitors have a hard time finding the Amish houses in the rolling country hills, but still want to shop for Amish crafts.
Whether with a guide or on your own, an Amish tour immerses participants into the community and lifestyles of the Old Order Amish that are part of our western New York community. Take an Amish tour today and watch out for those buggies on the road!
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The musical showcase will feature "Alex Kates" on Saturday, October 12 and Claire Stuczynski on Sunday, October 13. The music will continue on Saturday, October 19 with Cindy Haight and will conclude on Sunday, October 20 with "Derek Davis." In addition, there will be various performances by jugglers and magicians both weekends of the festival along with the "Jungle Terry’s Wildlife Adventures"
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Peek’n Peak's annual season pass sale will take place all four days of Fall Fest as attendees can sign up and receive a special discounted rate on a season pass for the 2013-2014 ski season at the lowest
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