2014- 2015 Discover the Southtowns by Community Papers of WNY

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August 10 2:30PM Fleetwood Mix – Fleetwood Mac Tribute – BBP Concert Series The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. bemusbaypops.com 716-386-7000 August 10 6:30PM Tom Sartori Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 11 6PM-9:30PM Chautauqua Lake Voices The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. bemusbaypops.com 716-386-7000 August 12 & 13 7:05PM Jamestown Jammers Russell Diethrick Park 485 Falconer St., Jamestown jamestownjammers.com 716-664-0915 August 12 7PM Oldies Night

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w/ Terry Buchwald Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 13 8PM DJ Trivia Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 14 WHO ARE YOU (A Tribute to THE WHO) City Pier, Dunkirk visitdunkirk.com 716-366-9876

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S O U T H T O W N S August 16 9AM August 15 9AM-5PM Reach the Beach 5K Cross Roads Farm Cabana Sam’s & Craft Market 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving 6017 Sherman-Westfield Rd., sunsetbayusa.com Westfield 716-934-9953 thecrossroadsmarket.com 716-326-6278 August 16 12PM-5PM Sunset Bay Experience w/ August 15 5PM-9PM Moose Boles 1PM Downtown Cruisin & Thunder in Cabana Sam’s the Streets 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving Downtown St., Dunkirk sunsetbayusa.com jamestownrenaissance.org 716-934-9953 716-664-2477

August 15 7:05PM Jamestown Jammers Russell Diethrick Park 485 Falconer St., Jamestown jamestownjammers.com 716-664-0915

August 14 6:30PM-8:30PM Entertainment in the Park Summer Concert Series Mayville Lakeside Park S. Erie St., Rte. 395, Mayville mayvillechautauqua.org 716-753-3113

August 15 9:30PM Live Music Sunset Bay Beach Club 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving Chautauqua County Events sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953

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Summer revelers often take to the skies, rails and waves to embark on a vacation adventure. With the kids out of school and relaxed hours at the workplace, individuals and families generally find that summer is the ideal time to plan a getaway. For those who find they don’t have the funds this year, or simply prefer to stay closer to home, there are likely many different local events to enjoy instead. Many people will be making this summer the year of the staycation. With the average price of gasoline hov- ering around the $4 mark, according to the AAA Auto Group, you may

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S O U T H T O W N S August 17 6:30PM August 23 9AM-5PM Mardi Gras Party w/Tom Sartori Cross Roads Farm Cabana Sam’s & Craft Market 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving 6017 Sherman-Westfield Rd., sunsetbayusa.com Westfield 716-934-9953 thecrossroadsmarket.com 716-326-6278 August 17 7:05PM Jamestown Jammers August 23 7PM-11PM Russell Diethrick Park Auto Racing 485 Falconer St., Jamestown State Line Speedway jamestownjammers.com 4150 Kortwright Rd., 716-664-0915 Jamestown stateline-speedway.com August 19 7PM 716-664-2326 Oldies Night w/ Happy Days August 23 8PM Cabana Sam’s Boogie Wonderland – 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving Disco Party / Light Show– sunsetbayusa.com BBP Concert Series 716-934-9953 The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. August 20 – 24 7:05PM bemusbaypops.com Jamestown Jammers 716-386-7000 Russell Diethrick Park 485 Falconer St., August 24 Jamestown Wet T-Shirt Contest jamestownjammers.com Sunset Bay Beach Club 716-664-0915 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com August 20 8PM 716-934-9953 DJ Trivia Cabana Sam’s August 24 7AM 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving Tri Dunkirk: Swim, sunsetbayusa.com Bike, Run 716-934-9953 Wright Park, Dunkirk

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August 24 2:30PM The Diamond Project – Tribute to Neil Diamond – BBP Concert Series The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. bemusbaypops.com 716-386-7000 August 24 6:30PM Tom Sartori Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 26 7PM Oldies Night w/ Terry Buchwald Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 27 8PM DJ Trivia Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 28 Revolver City Pier, Dunkirk visitdunkirk.com 716-366-9876

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August 28 6:30PM-8:30PM Entertainment in the Park Summer Concert Series Mayville Lakeside Park S. Erie St., Rte. 395, Mayville mayvillechautauqua.org 716-753-3113 August 28 6PM Annual Pops Brewfest Craft Beer Festival The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. bemusbaypops.com 716-386-7000 August 28 7PM Jeff Elliot Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 August 29 8PM Hollywood Night – Bob Seger Tribute – BBP Concert Series The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. bemusbaypops.com 716-386-7000

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August 30 9AM-5PM Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market 6017 ShermanWestfield Rd., Westfield Chautauqua County Events thecrossroadsmarket.com 716-326-6278 August 30 10AM-4PM Monarch Butterfly Festival Audubon Nature Center 1600 Riberside Rd., Jamestown jamestownaudubon.org 716-569-2345 August 30 6:30PM Pops Labor Day Finale with Fireworks The Floating Stage 61 Lakeside Dr., Bemus Pt. bemusbaypops.com 716-386-7000 August 30 7PM-11PM Auto Racing State Line Speedway 4150 Kortwright Rd., Jamestown stateline-speedway.com 716-664-2326

August 29 9:30PM Diva Show Band Sunset Bay Beach Club 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953

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S O U T H T O W N S Jamestown Jammers September 5 & 6 6PM Russell Diethrick Park Red, White & Blues Festival 485 Falconer St., Baker Commons Park Jamestown Main St., Fredonia jamestownjammers.com festivalsfredonia.com 716-664-0915 716-680-2844

August 31 6PM Tom Sartori Cabana Sam’s 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953

September 6 & 7 11th Annual Local Music Showcase Downtown Jamestown infinityperformaningarts.org 716-664-0991

August 31 10PM Jeremey Hoyle Band & “Drink us Dry” Party Sunset Bay Beach Club 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953

September 6 9AM-5PM Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market 6017 Sherman-Westfield Rd., Westfield thecrossroadsmarket.com 716-326-6278

September 1 12PM Patio Closing Party Sunset Bay Beach Club 1028 S. Shore Dr., Irving sunsetbayusa.com 716-934-9953 September 1 7:05PM Jamestown Jammers Russell Diethrick Park 485 Falconer St., Jamestown jamestownjammers.com 716-664-0915

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feature their share of thrill rides and carnival test-of-skill games. Of course, the carnival food that goes with the event is also something to look forward to. • Park activities: From hiking excursions to garden tours, the private or government-subsidized parks may issue an events schedule with many different activities. Some have theater under the stars or campout movie nights. Others may have wine- and cheese-tasting soirees. These parks may have exhi- bition centers that can be visited any time of the year. • Summer camps: Many childcare centers and other orga-

nizations offer summer camp programs. Research this option early on so you can ensure a place for your child should you choose to sign up. • Food festivals: Towns often host different food festivals where local vendors can put their wares on display and happy residents can sample to their hearts’ delight. Concerts: The summer season is certainly one for concerts. If you don’t happen to live right near a sports arena or another music venue, you may be able to enjoy local bands at clubs and restaurants. Some towns also have a performance

stage where they in- vite performers to play week after week. Who knows, your favorite musician may show up for an acoustic or intimate performance night. • Breakfasts and brunches: Different organizations host fundraising food events. The entire family can eat out at a fraction of the cost of going to a restaurant and benefit a good cause in the process. • Street fairs and block parties: Part of the fun of summer is getting outdoors and socializing in the community. Street fairs with foods on a stick and even neighborhood-based block parties enable you to get to-

gether and enjoy a little fun really close to home. • Tours and parades: Although parades often coincide with major holidays, some towns host carnival-type parades for the community. Children may be able to ride on a fire truck or explore the workings of a police cruiser. There are plenty of enjoyable activities that could be taking place right in your own backyard this summer. Consult the newspaper, online bulletins or a community newsletter to keep abreast of the different events that may be coming your way.

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August 8 – 10 Holiday Valley’s International Bow Hunters Competition 2014 Holiday Valley 6557 Holiday Valley Rd., Ellicottville holidayvalley.com 716-699-2345

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Gowanda Harley Davidson’s 2014 Kustom Kruise In Gownada Harley-Davidson 2535 Gowanda Zoar Rd., Gowanda gowandaharley.com 716-532-4584 August 9 12PM-11PM 2014 St. Joseph’s Mahrajan Festival St. Joseph’s Church 1102 Walnut St., Olean

August 8 – 10 2014 Cattaraugus County Sportsmen’s Rendezvous Cattaraugus Fair Grounds 501 Erie St., Little Valley 716-557-2523 / 716-763-3416

S O U T H T O W N S August 16 7PM August 22 7PM Larry the Cable Guy Martina McBride Seneca Allegany Casino Seneca Allegany Casino 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., Salamanca Salamanca senecaalleganycasino.com senecaalleganycasino.com 877-8SENECA 877-8SENECA

August 16 8PM 2014 Limestone Vol. Fire Dept. ATV Dice Run Limestone Vol. Fire Dept. 580 Parkside Dr., Limestone limestonevfd.com 716-925-8813 August 17 11AM-6PM 2014 Allegany State Park Trail Ride at Lonkto Meadow Allegany State Park Lonkto Hollow Rd., Salamanca 716-962-5462

August 12 7PM-9PM Summer at the Stone House #5 The Stone House 9824 Rte. 16, Machias cattco.org/museum August 15 – 17 2014 Gus Macker Basketball Tournament Delaware Ave. & N. Barry St., Olean oleanny.com 716-372-4433

August 18 – 22 Horse Camp at Equinox Equinox 6864 Sodum Rd., Little Valley 716-307-2380 / 716-307-3898

August 16 & 17 12PM-4PM Taste of Ellicottville 2014 Village of Ellicottville ellicottvilleny.com 1-800-349-9099

August 20 – 24 GOACC’s Rally in the Valley Bradner Stadium 550 East State St., Olean oleanny.com 716-372-4433

August 8 6PM-10PM 2014 Full Moon Family Beach Party Allegany State Park ASP1 Red House Beach, Salamanca myartscouncil.com 716-372-7455 August 9 10AM-12PM Naturalist 101: Inserts Pfeiffer Nature Center Eshelamn Property 1420 Yubadam Rd., Portville pfeiffernaturecenter.org 716-933-0187 August 9 10AM-3PM

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August 23 10AM-5PM 2014 Mid-Summer Classic at Little Valley Speedway Little Valley Speedway Catt. County Fairgrounds 501 Erie St., Little Valley littlevalleyspeedway.com 716-938-9146 August 23 12PM-2PM Naturalist 101: Critters of the Creek Pfeiffer Nature Center Eshelamn Property 1420 Yubadam Rd., Portville www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org 716-933-0187 August 24 10AM-5PM Creekside Round-Up 2014 Open Draft Horse Show Creekside Arena 7927 Rte. 16, Franklinville creeksideroundups.com

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S O U T H T O W N S September 12 – 14 September 19 – 21 Cattaraugus County 4-H Fall 11AM-5PM 2014 Ellicottville’s Classic 2014 Rock ‘N Roll Weekend Nash Hill Equestrain Center Village of Ellicottville 10999 Persia Rd., Gowanda ellicottvilleny.com nashhillequestraincenter.com 1-800-349-9099 716-532-4295 September 139AM-7PM Season Opening for Pumpkinville 2014 4844 Sugartown Rd., Great Valley pumpkinville.com 716-699-2205

September 7 12PM-4PM 100 Years of the Cattaraugus County Museum The Stone House 9824 Rte. 16, Machias

September 13 & 14 2014 Rte. 16 Garage Sale & Firemen’s BBQ Rte. 16 Corridor, Hinsdale 716-904-2233

September 7 5PM John Legend Seneca Allegany Casino 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., Salamanca senecaalleganycasino.com 877-8SENECA

September 13 8:30AM-3PM Open House at Gowanda Harley-Davidson 2014 Gownada Harley-Davidson 2535 Gowanda Zoar Rd., Gowanda 716-532-4584

September 11 6:30PM-8PM Sunset at the Cabin Pfeiffer Nature Centers Lillibridge Property 1974 Lillibridge Rd., Portville pfeiffernaturecenter.org 716-933-0187

September 13 6PM-11PM 2014 WNY Super Late Model & 358 Modified Double Header Little Valley Speedway 501 Erie St., Little Valley littlevalleyspeedway.com 716-938-9146

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First-time camping basics The Outdoor Foundation reports that roughly 40 million Americans go camping in a given year. Typi- cal campers go on five camping trips per year, trav- eling an average of 191 miles from their home to the campground. Campers include friends on their trips 70 percent of the time, and hiking is the most popular camping trip activity. Camping is a popular activity, but many curious would-be campers do not know where to get started. It can be tempting to purchase all of the gear needed and trek out in the woods to give it a try. But if camping is not all you

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August 13 6PM-9PM Wine in the Wind Sail Spirit of Buffalo Tallship Schooner 1 Naval Park Cove, Buffalo spiritofbuffalo.com 716-796-7210

August 12 – 16 Lobsterfest Scallywags Grub & Spirits 6558 Old Lake Shore Rd., Derby scallywagsgrubnspirits.com

August 13 7:05PM Bison Baseball Coca-Cola Field 275 Washington St., Buffalo buffalo.bisons.milb.com 716-843-4373

August 12 5PM-8PM Food Truck Tuesdays Larkin Square 726 Exchange St., Buffalo larkinsquare.com

August 13 8PM Lady Antebellum Erie County Fair 5600 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg ecfair.org

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August 12 7:30PM The Fab Four Erie County Fair 5600 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg ecfair.org August 13 5PM-8PM Live at Larkin – Alan Evans’ Playonbrother + Forelists Larkin Square 726 Exchange St., Buffalo larkinsquare.com

August 14 7PM Ultimate Night of Destruciton Erie County Fair 5600 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg ecfair.org August 15 8AM The Color Run Buffalo Canalside 44 Prime St., Buffalo thecolorrun.com/buffalo

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August 15 6PM Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League Truck & Tractor Pull Erie County Fair 5600 McKinley Pkwy., Hamburg ecfair.org

August 18 7PM Bob Log III in the 9th Ward Babeville 341 Delaware Ave., Buffalo babevillebuffalo.com

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Evangola State Park in located in Brant, and features swimming, hiking, camping and picnic areas, for family fun right in Buffalo’s backyard. for a family picnic. Blasdell The Village of Blasdell was incorporated in 1898, and while it technically falls under the town of Hamburg, has a unique personality of its own. Blasdell has a variety of shops and stops, including a garden center, the new Black Iron Bystro and of course, Ilio DiPaolo’s Italian Restaurant. The Hamburg Chamber of Commerce hosts a farmer’s market in Blasdell on Wednesday mornings in Ilio’s parking lot, where the restaurant also cooks up fresh food, sidewalkside. Boston The town of Boston was incorporated in 1817 and today has a population of 8,023. Residents treasure its quiet, picturesque setting and beautiful, rolling hills, according to the assistant 014

to the superintendent. In the town of Boston, she said, even strangers can expect a wave and a “hello!” Boston has a large town park, in which concerts, events and sports teams can be found throughout the summer, but locals recommend coming back at peak “leaf-peeping” season and taking one of Boston’s winding roads up to the top of a hill, for maximum viewing potential. Brant Incorporated in 1839, the town of Brant has a population of 2,064. Dubbed the “gateway to Chatauqua County,” the Western Erie County town calls itself a “laidback farming community with an exceptional town park, that includes a public swimming pool.” The tax rate in Brant has decreased every year since

2007, and the town is also one of 100 climatesmart communities in New York state. Bordering the Seneca Nation of Indians, Brant also hosts 85 percent of Evangola State Park. Brant holds an annual summer festival in June and summer concerts, when the weather warms. Home of the Lake Shore Eagles Junior Youth Football and Cheerleading, Brant officials said the best time of year is the fall, when the foliage blooms and the sweet smell of grapes wafts down the road from vineyards bursting with fruit. Evans The town of Evans, with a population of 16,356, was incorporated March 31 and boasts some of the most beautiful waterfront in Western New York, according to the Evans/Brant Chamber of Commerce. S u n s e t s a t S t u rg e o n Point Marina are not to be missed, but there are a number of other state parks, town parks, beach-front re taurnts and bars to make Evans a summer weekend destination or a Sunday afternoon stop-through. The best-kept secret though is the Frank Lloyd Wright Graycliff Estate, an “architectural jewel” designed by Wright for Isabelle R. Cont. on page 22

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place where everybody knows everybody else, ever since. With a playground and well-kept sidewalks, the village clerk recommended taking a stroll through the village or visiting Farnham’s bestkept secret: horseback riding at Lone Pine Riding Stables. Hamburg The village of Hamburg was incorporated in 1874, and the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce had many adjectives to describe the hamlet: friendly, charming, active, walkable and historic. With a number of entries on the National Register of Historic Places, Hamburg can

make for an educational walking tour for history buffs, with stops for hot dogs, ice cream, pizza or a sit-down meal along the way. Recent initiatives in streetscaping have resulted in a walkable community with wide, landscaped sidewalks and plenty to walk to, a well. Hamburg may be best known for its events, due to what the chamber called the willingness of multiple groups to work together for a great cause. Those include Rock the Roundabout, Hamburgh Holidays, Wine About, Progressive Dinners, Music in Memorial Park, Blast on the Beach, Oktoberfest

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eas and opportunities for cultural tourism,” according to its government officials. Some of those cultural areas include Schoolhouse No. 8 History Center and Museum and the 1851 Hicksite Quaker Meeting House. North Collins also boats an active Historical Society Museum, as well as a library chock full of both classic and new titles, as well as several “drive-by” historical sites, for a leisurely country drive. Orchard Park Founded by the Quakers in the early 1800’s, the town of Orchard Park today has a population of more than 30,000 and sustains a spirited friend-

liness within a semi-rural setting, according to its chamber of commerce. Made up of the village and the town of Orchard Park, the area is almost 40 miles in size and includes neighborhoods, shopping of all kinds, restaurants and attractions that range from the Buffalo Bills stadium to Chestnut Ridge Park. Summertime concerts entertain the crowds at the Quaker Arts Pavilion, while Green Lake provides a swimming beach, splash pad, playground and ballfields. Chestnut Ridge Park offers 1,500 acres of hiking trails, picnic areas, ballfields and playgrounds in the summer and sledding,

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building is still a place of worship for the Quakers. The Eternal Flame is located within Chestnut Ride Park, within a grotto nestled into a waterfall. A 1.5-mile hike takes visitors to the flame, so named because it is always lit. The Southtowns offer many treasures for nature-lovers, history buffs, outdoor adventurers or those who want to get outside of their comfort zone for an afternoon, a day or a weekend. For more information on these municipalities, visit their chamber of commerce, town or village websites, and learn what else southern Erie County has to offer its visitors.

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included various museums, a trip to Cincinnati, Ohio, and a future trip to Australia. Penn Dixie currently has members from 30 different states, Canada, England and Germany. Several categories of memberships allow “to make this place affordable, so that people can come out and experience the science. We really emphasize the family aspect of things,” Bastedo said. Students, seniors, family (for two adults and children of that household), grandparents (two grandparents and up to five grandchildren), associate, corporate, patron and school memberships are avail-

able. An application can be found on the Penn Dixie website, in addition to detailed listings about upcoming events. From Monday, Aug. 25-Friday, Aug. 29, the summer science safari summer day camp will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for 8- 12-year-olds. The camp will take place between Penn Dixie, Evangola State Park, and Reinstein Woods. Registration is necessary. The 23rd annual Penn Dixie Nature Cruise and Buffalo Lighthouse Tour will take place Saturday, Sept. 13, with departure at 8:30 a.m. at the Erie Basin Marina. Participants will be able to see views from the harbor, Lake Erie, the Niagara

River, the locks and the Black Rock Canal, in addition to the turbines along the Bethlehem Steel site. For more information, call Penn Dixie or fill out a registration form via the website. “We have such a variety of fossils that are so well-preserved. You can find some really beautiful material,” Bastedo said. “It looks like a dessert, but we always tell people never judge a book by its cover. You’re looking at geographic history.” For more information about the Penn Dixie Paleontological and Outdoor Education Center, visit www.penndixie.org or call 627-4560.

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Hamburg Oktoberfest brings all things German Oktoberfest originated Oct. 12, 1810. Now, more than 1 million gallons of beer are consumed annually, as places around the world recreate the festivities of the original event held by Bavarian royalty in Munich, Germany, according to the History Channel. The Hamburg Oktoberfest Committee, previously run under the umbrella of the Village Business Advisory Council, broke off and became its own 501(c) (3) nonprofit, this year. “We broke away to

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enzie’s Hard Cider© will be available, for the non-beer drinkers. With a striving goal toward being an authentic German festival, music entertainment for the event will be based out of the culture, as well. The Buffalo-based German American Musicians has a stated mission to “preserve, promote and advance within American society the traditional music and culture of Germanspeaking lands.” As a part of the German American Musicians Association Inc., the band initially organized in 1993. Also performing at Oktoberfest will be The Auslanders. The group has been performing German tunes throughout Western New York since 1974. Vehicles with Ger-

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the Hamburg Public Library for the reconstruction and expansion of that building. Both Hamburg Academy of Finance and the DaniFitness Park will receive $1,000. Monies will also be given back to the Memorial Park for beautification. All may attend but attendees interested in drinking must be 21 years of age or older. Police patrol will be stationed at each entrance. Those with a proper ID will be given a wristband; refreshments can than be bought using tickets. The Hamburg Oktoberfest has seen approximately 5,000-6,000 attendees in the past few years, according to Gunning. Children are welcome, however pets will be prohibited. The Hamburg Chamber of Commerce’s Senior Director of Marketing and Business Development Erin Erickson said, “The Hamburg Oktoberfest has become a beloved community tradition over the past 7 years, offering authentic German food, dance, music, a German Car Show and amateur beer brewing contest. It is an event not to miss!” For more information about Hamburg’s Oktoberfest, visit www.hamburgoktoberfest.com.

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