Join us at the award-winning National Comedy Center — the “Cooperstown of Comedy” — for non-stop laughter. It’s an interactive playground for the entire family, showcasing comedy’s greatest hits. Take an immersive journey through the world of comedy: put yourself in classic TV and movie scenes, perform Comedy Karaoke, explore our interactive Comedy Continuum wall and much more. Laugh all day in our immersive museum, named the “Best New Museum” in the country. The story of comedy lives here.
YWCA Westfield Hosts 52nd Annual Arts & Crafts Festival in Moore Park - Over 150 vendors and 5,000 attendees expected to attend
YWCA Westfield announces its annual Arts & Crafts Festival will take place the weekend of July 26th and 27th. The free two-day event is held at Moore Park, where visitors will be able to browse dozens of booths offering handmade items including original art, home and lawn decor, clothing, accessories and toys.
“Every year, the Arts & Crafts Festival gets bigger and bigger and even better. Our Board of Directors really put in the hard work that goes into making it happen.” said YWCA Westfield Executive Director Stephanie Stevens. “This event is such a celebration of creativity and community and we really look forward to it.”
Over 150 vendors will offer a variety of craftwork and approximately 5,000 people are expected to attend over the course of the weekend. In addition to the shopping opportunities there will be a wide variety of food vendors.
“The Arts & Crafts Festival brings together the community as well as welcomes visitors to the area each year,” said YWCA Westfield Board President and event Chairperson Kathryn Bronstein. “Local art and craftwork is featured and it gives us a chance to show off what this region has to offer! Visitors can
even stay in the YWCA Westfield Air BNB’s.”
Since its launch in 1971, proceeds of more than $160,000 have been invested to support community projects such as holiday decorations, a freezer for the soup kitchen, park benches, new trash cans and lights for safety and beautification.
In 1992, YWCA Westfield took on the planning and hosting of the event which is now known as the YWCA Westfield Arts & Crafts Festival.
At that time Linda Dunn who was one of the event’s original organizers said that the event was ready for new leadership and that after 20 successful years, she believed it would continue for 20 more. Last year marked 31 more years, and the YWCA Arts & Crafts Festival is still going strong.
Mark your calendars now so you can plan to make the most of this event. For those attending, parking is available throughout the Village as well as at the Westfield Academy and Central School bus garage with continuous shuttles to the park and back. Proceeds from booth rentals are now used by the YWCA Westfield to support its mission of empowering women and eliminating racism.
Information about the event including how vendors can participate can be found at ywcawestfield.org
About YWCA Westfield
YWCA Westfield opened its doors in 1894 to meet the needs of the women and girls in Westfield and the surrounding community. Throughout the years the organization has grown and changed to meet local needs, but the agency remains a membership organization. A nonprofit, YWCA Westfield offers community programming that supports the YWCA USA mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. In 2020, YWCA Westfield renovated part of its facility to add AirBnB overnight accommodations to welcome and host visitors to the Chautauqua region.
Wild Wind Folk Art Craft Festival
4th Annual Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival - Celebrating Artistic Excellence and Family Fun! This year’s event takes place on Saturday, September 7th & Sunday, September, 8th at the Warren County Fairgrounds, 371 Barton Run Road, Pittsfield, PA. Held rain or shine, hours are 10 am to 5 pm, each day.
Every year the weekend after Labor Day, the Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival opens its gates to a crowd of art enthusiasts, crafters, family, and friends. There is always excitement in the air - the sounds of kettle corn popping and artists greeting new and longtime customers, the sights of vibrant-colored mums and crisp fall apples, and the smells of homemade pie and apple strudel. Children tug on their parents’ hands, steering them to the petting zoo, families marvel at the magician’s humor and tricks, and friends enjoy good conversation and a tasty meal while their feet tap to live music. In amongst all this festivity, true artistic talent and creativity abound. The celebration of handcrafted artistry is the foundation of this event, and keeping tradition with its award-winning reputation, the festival brings together an array of artistic talents to present a show that is unsurpassed.
In addition to spotlighting the tradition of handcrafted art, Wild Wind is proud to honor the value of time spent with family and friends. Children can delight in the ever-popular traveling petting zoo, face painting, balloon artistry, and more. Another favorite is the Tamarack Wildlife Center, with its birds of prey exhibit and lectures. Of special note, Alexander the Magician is back to delight the crowd with a
new twist on his unique blend of humor and enchantment. The festival also welcomes chainsaw carvers, Brian Fox, from Fox Sawmill & Custom Design, and Lisa Barr, from Barrnone Carvings & Creations. Their talents in crafting birds, bears, turtles, and more will be on full display, and visitors are encouraged to watch the action! With equal excitement, other demonstrations, from wool spinning to glass blowing, take place throughout the festival offering everyone the opportunity to enjoy the day.
New this year, Mandy Moon of Vivacous Flow Arts will share her hula-hooping talents through demonstration and instruction. Adults and chil dren should come prepared to participate in the fun!
Hoops will also be available for purchase so newly learned skills can be further developed and shared. When it comes time to take a break from the show’s sights, a shaded picnic area is a wonderful retreat, while a creative assortment of delectable foods await hearty appetites. French artichokes, BBQ pork, gyros, crab cakes, sausage subs, hand-cut french fries, homemade pie, ice cream, root beer, and more!
Live music is on deck to add to the ambiance, with Old Dawg Bluegrass on Saturday and Warren’s own, Temple Grey, adding to the toe-tapping on Sunday.
The Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival welcomes you to make a treasured memory by joining them for the weekend to embrace the wonder of award-winning craftsmanship and family fun. The admission fees are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and free for children 12 and under. As a bonus, those who attend on Saturday can return on Sunday free of charge. This is a special event, one not to be missed! Mark your calendars now, and we look forward to seeing you there!
For more detailed information, please visit www.wildwindfestival.com, email info@wildwindfestival.com, or call 802-6890609/814-688-1516.
In the grape belt along Lake Erie, as the summer season slowly transitions into the golden hues of autumn, a sense of anticipation is growing as the harvest season approaches. Grape growers, winemakers, and the communities they live in, are all preparing for the annual harvesting of the fruit of the vines that has sustained this region for so many years.
Westfield Wine and Grape Festival Expands Celebration
The festival’s atmosphere is electric. Live music fills the air, with seven musical acts performing over the course of two days, including The Probable’s – Unplugged on Saturday night. Local farmers and artisans proudly display their wares. It is an opportunity for them to showcase their talent and for festival goers to bring home unique souvenirs.
As residents prepare for the harvest, they also celebrate its arrival. The Village of Westfield, original home to Welch’s, Growers Coop, Mogan David and others, is centrally located in the Lake Erie Grape Belt. As the grape season approaches, community members are eagerly preparing for the second annual Westfield Grape and Wine Festival. Set against the picturesque backdrop of vineyards and rolling hills, this highly anticipated event brings together locals and visitors alike for a celebration of all things grape and wine.
The Westfield Grape and Wine Festival pays homage to the region’s rich viticulture heritage and the hardworking grape growers and talented winemakers who have nurtured these fertile lands. It serves as a testament to the community’s deep-rooted connection with the land and the pride it takes in producing exceptional concentrates, juices and wines. One of the festival’s greatest appeals lies in its ability to cater to a diverse audience. Families with young children can revel in the array of kid friendly activities and educational exhibits that teach them about the fascinating process of grape growing and harvesting with trolley rides to the Grape Discovery Center. Meanwhile, wine enthusiasts can embark on a tasting journey of the various local vineyard offerings, discovering new favorites with each pour.
Central to the festival’s success is the strong sense of community that permeates throughout. The Westfield Grape and Wine Festival acts as a unifying force, fostering a sense of camaraderie and togetherness. Locals and visitors alike come together in a Hallmark moment as they cheer on their favorites at the grape pie eating contest, grape stomping event or grape pie contest. It is truly a moment of collective pride as the community comes together to celebrate the harvest.
Beyond the enjoyment of food and wine, the Westfield Grape and Wine Festival plays a significant role in boosting tourism and economic growth for the region. As visitors flock to the festival, they explore the Village’s charming streets, stay in local accommodations, and support the businesses that make Westfield the vibrant destination it is. The festival acts as a catalyst for the local economy, injecting viability and opportunity into the community
As we eagerly anticipate the Westfield Grape and Wine Festival, let us embrace the vibrance and unity it represents. Let us raise our glasses and toast to the passionate grape growers, the talented winemakers, and the dedicated organizers who have worked tirelessly to make this celebration a reality.
Additional information regarding the festival’s schedule of events can be found at www.westfieldny.com/livinghere/westfield-grape-and-wine-festival. Wine tasting tickets are available at the event. All other festival events are free.
The Perfect Day Trip for the Family
The National Comedy Center, which was named the “#1 Best New Museum” and the “#2 Best New Attraction” in the country by USA Today, and one of the “World’s Greatest Places” by TIME magazine, offers a immersive and interactive experiences designed for families and children of all ages to enjoy a curation of comedy’s greatest content throughout time, use green screens to get into classic comedy scenes, create their own memes and cartoons, and even try comedy karaoke.
The Center has received rave reviews from the media and visitors for its family-friendly exhibits and was recently named by U.S. News & World Report as a “25 Top Family Weekend Getaway in the U.S.” in a list of destinations that included Walt Disney World and Disneyland.
Western New York Family Magazine called the National Comedy Center a “Must See Desti- nation… recommended for school-age children and up,” and I LOVE NY named the Comedy Center one of the best “family-friend indoor activities” in New York State. Macaroni KID Erie raved about the Comedy Center’s “kid-friendly laughs,” stating, ”We spent nearly four hours at the museum and still had to drag our 7- and 9-year-olds away!”
In both 2022 and 2023, The Post-Journal and Observer readers voted the National Comedy Center as “Best of the Best” in Chautauqua County for “Family Fun.”
Last fall, Group Tour Magazine named the Comedy Center a “Top Cultural Institution” in the Northeast, stating, “through state-ofthe-art technology, students can create a “sense-of-humor profile” which is then used to personalize their interactions across the rest of the museum. Students will learn not only about comedy history but also how to communicate by varying tone, genre, and style.”
Here we’ve highlighted some of the most popular, “must see” interactive experiences for kids and teens.
Prop Stars
Explore how iconic comedy props – the anvil, the rubber chicken, “Groucho” glasses, whoopie cushion, the seltzer bottle, and many more – have been used throughout comedy history on our interactive tables, which burst to life with video clips from classic films, TV shows and cartoons featuring those props.
Act the Part – Green Screen Experience
Put yourself and your friends and family in classic TV shows and movies including the iconic I Love Lucy chocolate factory scene, and favorite scenes from Dumb and Dumber, Anchorman, Saturday Night Live, plus classic pie fights, movie car crash scenes and more.
Comedy Karaoke
It’s your turn to take the stage as you perform a classic comedy routine from some of the greatest stand-up comedians of all time in front of your family and friends – or go freestyle and deliver your favorite jokes and see if you can get the audience laughing and clapping . If the spotlight is not your thing, cheer on your friends and family while enjoying a snack and beverage in our Karaoke lounge.
Draw a Cartoon on Our Interactive Touchscreens
Try your hand at cartooning by following the instructions on the touchscreen monitor. Have fun creating your own characters and cartoon panels, which will be sent to you via email after your visit.
Laugh Battle
Compete with friends and family to see who can make each other laugh. Microsoft AI facial recognition technology detects whether you smiled or laughed when a joke is delivered by your opponent. If you manage not to laugh, you’ll score the point.
Sounds Funny
Become a “Foley” artist by adding your own sound effects to a Three Stooges clip or the iconic campfire scene from Blazing Saddles. Do you have what it takes to fill these scenes with sounds that get the biggest laughs?
Create a Meme
Have fun as we show you how to create your own Meme and send it to you so you can share it with friends and family –maybe your Meme will be the next to go viral!
When we think of the color blue, what comes to mind? A cloudless sky? Our wondrous open spaces? Crystal-clear water?
The color blue has not been the color we have seen in our lakes in recent years. Excessive algae and plant growth have turned many of our lakes from blue to green, and dealing with this issue has become a consistent yearly struggle. And what is causing this green water? One of the main issues is excess nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus) flowing from our land and our properties into our waterways and into our lakes.
When we hear of ways to control this “green,” it is typically in the form of cutting or spraying, methods that unfortunately are not controlling the causes of the color change. These control methods are only “band-aids” – temporary fixes for something that is broken – so the causes of the excessive algae and green plant growth are not being addressed.
We can make a real difference in controlling our water color and the outbreak of harmful algal blooms and excessive plant growth right in our own yards and communities where we live. All of our yards drain and contribute to the health
of our watershed – no matter how big they are or where they are located. Here are a few simple ways homeowners can help decrease the amount of nutrients flowing from or through their yards into our lakes and help us keep our view blue:
1. Plant native buffers. Native plants along a lakefront or streamside have strong root systems that not only soak up excess nutrients but also help hold soil in place on the water’s edge to prevent erosion. And if you can take or leave gardening, stop mowing down to the water’s edge and just let nature do her thing. If you don’t live on a waterway, plant natives to better filter and soak up water and extra nutrients that are draining from your property. (They will also help feed our local birds and pollinators!)
2. Scoop the poop. Pet waste contains a host of diseases and/or parasites, as well as being high in nitrogen and phosphorus. By scooping it and disposing of it in the trash, you can prevent diseases and extra nutrients from making their way into your homes and our waters.
3. Fertilize in the fall (if at all). If you choose to fertilize, waiting until the fall to apply it is ideal because it is better for your lawn. Feeding your lawn in the fall with zero percent phosphorus fertil-
izer promotes strong grass root growth heading into winter, and you are less likely to contribute to lake algae and plant growth with the lower fall temperatures.
4. Maintain your septic system. Septic tanks need to be properly maintained, cleaned, and emptied every 3 to 5 years. If not, our poop is draining straight into our nearby waterways.
To better understand our connection to our watershed and how we can help protect our lakes and other waterways, the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy has created and is excited to share a new video called “Our Lakeshore Connection.” Watch it by visiting the Conservancy’s website or YouTube channel or by scanning the QR code found within our ad in this publication.
We have the knowledge, power, and responsibility to keep our water blue! Let’s work together to throw away the green “band-aids,” make some simple yard changes, and actually make a difference in the health of our lakes and waterways.
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is a not-for-profit organization with the mission to preserve and enhance the quality, scenic beauty, and ecological health of the Chautauqua region’s lands and waters for our community. For more information, visit chautauquawatershed.org.
Central Station Restaurant
Central Station Restaurant has been a fixture in downtown Dunkirk for over 30 years. Our vision is to provide quality scratch cooking in a casual setting, and to preserve downtown Dunkirk one sandwich at a time.
Central Station Restaurant is open seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, and Friday Fish Fry. Meals are prepared for dine-in, take-out, and delivery. The breakfast menu features portable sandwiches and wraps, as well as traditional breakfast entrees like corned beef hash, omelets, and pancakes. On Sundays, breakfast is served all day, featuring weekly specials such as smoked salmon eggs benedict, crème brulee French toast, and potato pancakes. The lunch menu includes a wide variety of sandwiches, wraps, and salads, including vegetarian options. In addition to the regular lunch menu, Central Station Restaurant offers daily specials including homemade soups, entrees, and freshly made desserts. Central Station Restaurant is open late on Fridays for a fabulous fish fry, featuring haddock that can be baked, pan-fried, or deep-fried in an original batter made with Yuengling beer. Beer, wine, and mimosas are always available to complement your meal.
The restaurant also offers drop-off catering for your office or home. Sandwich platters, salads, and desserts are available for groups of any size. To place an order for your next event, call 716-366-8463 and ask for Handsome Rob.
Central Station Restaurant is located at 332 Central Avenue in Dunkirk. Hours of operation are: Monday through Thursday 7am to 3pm; Friday 7am to 7:30pm; Saturday and Sunday 7am to 2pm. Breakfast is served Monday through Saturday from 7am until 10:45am and Sunday from 7am until 2pm. Lunch is served Monday through Thursday from 11:00am until 3pm, Friday until 7:30pm, and Saturday until 2:00 pm. The restaurant’s drivers deliver Monday through Saturday from 11:30 am until closing. View our menu at www.centralstationrestaurant. com, see our weekday specials on Facebook, and reach us at (716) 366-8463.
Grandview
TThe Grandview is a gorgeous location perched
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on a hillside overlooking scenic farmland and rolling hills of Western New York, located in Ellington, NY, offering many stunning ceremony locations along with your choice of spacious event layout options. Our open floor plan works well for both small intimate affairs as well as large weddings. Our venue also offers a spacious kitchen for the caterer of your choice to prepare their menu for you and your special guests and our in-house bar service offers many bar packages to choose from.
Tables Black Cushioned Reception Chairs • Prearrangement of All Tables No Additional Facility Fee for Rehearsal or Rehearsal Dinner
he Grandview is a gorgeous location perched on a hillside overlooking scenic farmland and rolling hills of Western New York, located in Ellington, NY, offering many stunning ceremony locations along with your choice of spacious event layout options. Our open floor plan works well for both small intimate affairs as well as large weddings.
No Additional Facility Fee for Rehearsal or Rehearsal Dinner on Site
Full Kitchen • Private Bridal Preparation Area
Parking Attendants • Lit Parking Lot • Off Street Parking
Early Entry on Wednesday to Begin Decorating
The Grandview’s Facility Fee Covers: Outdoor & Indoor Ceremony Sites • Many Reception Layout Options
Access to the venue until noon the day after Your Wedding to Remove Personal Belongings.
Air Conditioning/Heat in the Main Hall • Propane Heaters for Covered Pavilion
We Take Care of the Garbage, Recyclables, and Cleaning of the Grandview.
Use of Decorating Items in the Back Room Use of our Tall Cocktail, Round, and Rectangular Tables Black Cushioned Reception Chairs • Prearrangement of All Tables & Chairs
We also offer additional items and services for a reasonable rental fee (Dishware, Flatware & linens).
No Additional Facility Fee for Rehearsal or Rehearsal Dinner on Site
Grandview.
We also offer additional items and services for a reasonable rental fee
When you tour our venue we have a packet of information we will give in more detail. If you would like an appointment to tour our venue located Ellington, NY, please contact Deven Payne by phone at 716-489-7615 or dpayner505@gmail.com.
When you tour our venue we have a packet of information we will give you that explains everything in more detail. If you would like an appointment to tour our venue located at 1116 W Hill Rd, Ellington, NY, please contact Deven Payne by phone at 716-489-7615 or email him at dpayner505@gmail.com.
Full Kitchen • Private Bridal Preparation Area
Our venue also offers a spacious kitchen for the caterer of your choice to prepare their menu for you and your special guests and our in-house bar service offers many bar packages to choose from.
Parking Attendants • Lit Parking Lot • Off Street Parking
Early Entry on Wednesday to Begin Decorating
The Grandview’s Facility Fee Covers:
Outdoor & Indoor Ceremony Sites • Many Reception Layout Options
Access to the venue until noon the day after Your Wedding to Remove Personal Belongings.
Air Conditioning/Heat in the Main Hall • Propane Heaters for Covered Pavilion
We Take Care of the Garbage, Recyclables, and Cleaning of the Grandview. We also offer additional items and services for a reasonable rental fee (Dishware, Flatware & linens).
Use of Decorating Items in the Back Room
Use of our Tall Cocktail, Round, and Rectangular Tables Black Cushioned Reception Chairs • Prearrangement of All Tables & Chairs
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Family Style Restaurant - Excellent food with a family atmosphere; seafood, steaks, sandwiches and soups. We are located near the shore of Lake Erie at 5362 West Lake Road in Dunkirk, NY.
Our hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 4:30 to 9 pm. Stop in for dinner and relax with an adult beverage.
We offer Dine In or Take Out menu. Call ahead for your take out order 716-679-1825.
Start your meal off with our homemade soups or Appetizers like Coconut Shrimp, Deep Fried Mushrooms, Mozzarella Cheese Sticks, Pizza Logs and Shrimp Cocktail.
Try our Beef on Weck; we make it with gravy on the beef, it’s fantastic; or have one of our many sandwiches; Hot Roast Beef, Buffalo Chicken, our “famous” Village Club, Reuben. We offer many different kinds of Hoagies: Philly Steak, Chicken Finger, Roast Beef, Ham or Turkey.
Our Burgers are ½ pounders and juicy!
Dinner entrees consist of Chicken and Pasta, Buffalo Mac & Cheese, Shrimp or Chicken Alfredo, and a nice NY Strip Steak.
White Village Resaurant
If you enjoy a good salad we can accommodate with our Buffalo Chicken Salad, Pittsburgh Steak Salad and our Chef Salad. Fried Favorites, Wraps and Flatbreads are more of our flavorful options.
And we wouldn’t forget the kids, special menu for them. We offer DAILY SPECIALS!
Join us on our THURSDAY WING NIGHT! 85¢ Jumbo Party Wings!
Broiled, Cajun or Lemon Pepper Haddock Daily(Fried Friday Only)!
Like us on Facebook for our Daily Specials!
We look forward to seeing you at the White Village Restaurant.
• Saturday 7/27/24 Big Rig Truck Pull 7:00 pm
• Sunday 7/28/24 Broken B Rodeo 8:00 pm
• Monday 7/29/24 Demolition Derby 7:00 pm
• Tuesday 7/30/24 Tyler Hubbard Concert 7:30 pm
• Wednesday 7/31/24 Cooper Alan Concert 7:30 pm
• Thursday 8/1/24 WNY Pro Pulling Series 7:30 pm
• Friday 8/2/24 Monster Truck Rally 7:30 pm
• Saturday 8/3/24 Monster Truck Rally 1:30 pm
Make plans to attend the 2024 Cattaraugus County Fair July 27th through August 3rd, 2024 - Our fair is celebrating 181 years of operation!
Cattaraugus County Fair
ing to fund their proj- ects for the upcoming year. Our fair would not be what it is without the many vendors who showcase throughout the week!
We are a hometown, family-friendly, all-around fun fair! We pride ourselves on staying affordable in this ever-changing world. The fair has a HUGE free grounds entertainment package included with your admission. With 3-4 shows daily for the Sea Lion Splash, Swifty Swine Racing Pigs and more, there’s sure to be a free show taking place during your visit! In between riding rides and visiting grounds shows, our fair offers a wide array of livestock, horses, rabbits, and poultry to visit as well as almost one hundred vendors - both food and non-food!
Opening Hours - Gates open daily at 8 a.m. Midway opens everyday at 1 p.m. Pay One Price, 2 and over $15.00 includes unlimited rides!
Animals are in place Saturday preceding the fair • Vendors are typically open from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., depending on the crowd.
Parking - We offer FREE parking behind the fairgrounds! This parking lot is directly behind the grandstand with easy access to the fairgrounds grandstand gate. Handicapped parking is also available in this free lot.
Tram rides are typically available daily 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. depending on crowds.
Follow the signs to the free parking (Route 353/Erie Street to N. Ninth St) and drive behind the grounds to the grandstand lot and grandstand entrance! No need to walk back to the front entrance!
Food and Vendor - Our fair offers all the typical fair foods you crave throughout the year! We have the best and biggest slices of pizza and fried dough, awesome homemade pies, tasty ice cream, fresh curly fries, taffy, candy apples and, of course, hearty Italian sausage sandwiches!
Vendors come from several states as well as local groups look-
Daily Admission and Special Pricing - General Admission (includes gates and rides) - $15
Pre-sale General Admission (July 1st through July 26) - $12 (Pre-sale tickets on sale at the Fairgrounds, All Cattaraugus County Banks, Cattaraugus County Federal Credit Union, South Dayton Super Duper and Olean, Allegany, Salamanca, Gowanda & Orchard Park Area Community Banks.)
Youth Day (15 yrs & under) - $8 - Monday, July 29, Between 8 am - 4 pm
Sr. Citizen’s Day (62 yrs & over) - $8 – Tuesday July 30, all day
Children Under 2 Years (Gate Only) - FREE
Auto Parking Behind Grandstand (Day or Night) – FREE
Pit passes - $30 for demo and truck pull, must be entering with a vehicle. No one under 16 in the pits!
Grandstand Events: Saturday, 7/27/24 Big Rig Truck Pull, 7 pm • Sunday, 7/28/24, 8 pm, Broken B Rodeo • Monday, 7/29/24, 7 pm, Demolition Derby • Tuesday, 7/30/24, 7:30 pm, Tyler Hubbard Concert • Wednesday, 7/31/24, 7:30 pm, Cooper Alan Concert • Thursday, 8/1/24, 7:30 pm, WNY Pro Pulling Series • Friday, 8/2/24, 7:30 pm, Monster Truck Rally • Saturday, 8/3/24, 1:30 pm, Monster Truck Rally • Demolition Derby & Bus Demo 6:30 pm. Each day offers something new and exciting, whether it’s an animal competition, demo derby, concert or Monster Truck! The fair will be held at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, 501 Erie Street in Little Valley, NY.
For complete information & schedule of events www.cattarauguscofair.com
Be sure to visit the little fair with a big value in 2024!
Main Street Pizza
Main Street Pizza is located at 66 West Main Street in
Hours are 11 a.m. -9 p.m. everyday with delivery available 11 a.m. -8:30 p.m. We offer traditional pizza, wings, calzones, subs and salads as well as several specialty pizzas.
Our menu also includes a variety of side items, including our homemade Buffalo Chicken Rolls, as well as ribs, pretzel melt sandwiches, burgers, tacos and chicken finger, shrimp or fish baskets.
Try a piece of our homemade peanut butter pie or one of our many dessert choices.
Check out our facebook page for our full menu and our specials and dessert options. We have gift certificates available in any denomination. Call 716-736-2222 for delivery options. We accept all major credit cards.
ITALIAN RESTAURANT
House Specialties featuring our own homemade Spaghetti Sauce
Favorite Italian Dishes! Stop in For Some of Your Bill’s Hooks
Do you love fishing? Stop in and visit our fully stocked store in Dunkirk, New York at 5139 West Lake Road.
Bill’s Hooks LLC specializes in Walleye and Salmon. We have a large selection of fishing equipment and hand tied worm harnesses. If you are looking for marine electronics, we can help with your selection. Hunting Supplies is also a favorite in the shop. We also offer information on Lake Erie Fishing Charters. Call us at 716-366-0268 if you have questions or are looking for something special. Bill’s Hooks LLC offers great gifts for the outdoor person in your life.
billshooks@roadrunner.com • www.billshooks.com
Spaghetti & Meatballs • Homemade Lasagna
•Fettuccine Alfredo
• Hand-breaded Veal & Eggplant Parmesan
• Chicken Parmesan • Combination Platters
Calarco’s Italian Restaurant and Lounge is located in historic Westfield, New York on 15 Market Street.
• Ravioli • Gnocchi • Pizza • Seafood • Burgers
• Wings • Homemade Desserts Soups • Sauces
Enjoy some of our house specialties featuring our own homemade spaghetti sauce including spaghetti & meat balls, homemade lasagna, hand-breaded veal & egg plant Parmesan and chicken Parmesan.
We offer Fettuccine Alfredo, combination platters, ravioli, Gnocchi, pizza, seafood, burgers and wings.
• Hot Fudge Sundae Also Every Weekend Fish Fry! Lunch & Dinner Full Service Lounge Closed Tuesdays
We have hot fudge sundaes and homemade pie!
Reservations are accepted for small party or family gatherings. Call us at (716) 3263415 for more information.
Our hours are Monday 4-8pm, Wednesday & Thursday 11:30am - 8:30pm, Friday 11:30am-9pm, Saturday 4-9 pm, Sunday 4-8pm. We are closed on Tuesday.
Stop in and enjoy a drink at our newly renovated bar. The bar is open extended hours. Check us out on Facebook and see our various menu options.
Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival
The 17th Annual Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival and Gathering of the Clans is back again this year. Come join us Saturday, August 24, 2024, Gates open at 9 a.m Located at Mayville Lakeside Park in Mayville, NY.
There is a $15 donation for Adults (ages 17 – 59), $10 for Seniors (ages 60+) & All Veterans and children 13 and under are free. We are offering advanced discounted tickets, online only at: http://www.96thhighlanders.com/festival/Festival.html
There will be free parking, handicap accessible and a shuttle bus service. Bring your favorite lawn chair, there will be plenty of shade trees and tents to escape the sun and heat and enjoy the music and games. Please leave your pets at home, they are not allowed on the grounds for insurance reasons.
There will be 30 Gathering of the Clans, 7 Pipe Bands, 30 Scottish Heavy Athletes, Celtic & Craft Vendors and lots of Celtic Music.
Come see “Mudmen” Friday evening for some Celtic Music at 6pm.
“Tuatha Dea” from Gatlinburg, Tennessee will be performing Saturday 9am-6pm, presented by 2 Gingers Inn, Jamestown, NY. $5 Donation.
Also performing Saturday at the Beer & Wine Garden Stage: “Mudmen” • “Catch & Release” • “Emerald Isle” • “Celtic Creek” • “Step n Time” • “Waterhorse”
There will be Scottish & Irish Dancers, Beer & Wine Garden, Celtic & Craft vendors, Old Fashion Fiddle session and kid’s area w/clan hunt, Great Food and so much more to see and do. The festival sponsors this year are 2 Gingers Inn, The Villager newspaper, Merritt Winery, Cummins, Optimas, Frantz & Russell and Media One Group.
Come and enjoy yourself and step back into time and experience Celtic life!
For more information on becoming a Sponsor, Clan, Vendor or Tickets contact www.96thhighlanders.com or call 814-3237360. Volunteers are needed!
CELTIC GOLF SCRAMBLE - Festival sponsored event Saturday, August 17th at the Maplehurst Country Club, scan the QR code in our full page ad on page 5 for more information.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7TH & SUNDAY, SEPT. 8TH
Warren County Fairgrounds, Pittsfield, PA
10 am to 5 pm each day, RAIN or SHINE
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By Victoria Moran
3 Self-Care HacksAyurveda
Ayurveda is a healing tradition that grew up alongside yoga in ancient India. It was forced underground when India was a British colony, but thrives today with 6,000 ayurvedic hospitals on the subcontinent. Beyond its role in healing disease, ayurveda has a huge self-care component.
Translated from Sanskrit as “science of long life,” ayurveda contends that the fundamental cause of impaired health is forgetting who we are, an immortal spirit inhabiting a physical body. There is certainly science to ayurveda––it is recognized by the World Health Organization as a viable medical system––but the sages who developed it were spiritual teachers, too.
Ayurveda is adamant about individuality. Two people might have the same pathology, but why each one has it, how it expresses, and what they need to do to bring their bodies into balance may be different. These differences are explained in the theory of doshas, three energies present in all of us, but in differing degrees. The doshas are:
• Vata ~ comprised of air and ether. Vata people tend to be slight of build, creative and spontaneous when in balance, spaced out and anxious when they’re not. Vata overload can exhibit as dryness throughout the body, gas, constipation, creaking joints, sensitivity to noise, and always feeling cold.
• Pitta ~ the fire and water dosha. Pittas are of medium build and often muscular. In balance, they can thrive as executives, stretegists, or litigators, taking charge and getting things done. Out of balance, they revert to anger and sarcasm, and are prone to inflammation, skin eruptions, ulcers, acid indigestion, and diarrhea.
• Kapha ~ composed of earth and water. People endowed with kapha tend to be big-boned and fleshy. The slowest moving dosha, kapha generally imparts excellent health, with the exception of upper respiratory troubles and a tendency to retain water and gain weight. In balance, kapha people are stable, patient, and kind. Out of balance, they may be overly attached to possessions or to the past, and they could become depressed.
Ayurveda also contends that you’re perfect already. Your prakruti, dosha makeup, is determined at conception. If yours is 72% pitta, 21% kapha, and 7% vata -- or the opposite -- it’s as “just right” as Baby Bear’s porridge. The danger is straying too far from our innate nature, e.g., when our dominant dosha gets too full of itself and wants to dominate even more. For the high-pitta person, summer heat, too much caffeine or alcohol, and fried, salty, or super-spicy food can lead to imbalance. You can find your own dosha by taking a dosha quiz. I like the ones at www.chopra.com and at www.banyanbotanicals.com. Here are three additional tips from ayurveda to help your body, mind, and spirit:
1. Vata can get in anybody’s business, especially as we get older. Vata is the most active and unstable dosha, so it’s good to keep that one pacified, regardless of your personal dosha score. Luckily, keeping vata happy is largely what we ought to be doing for general health anyway:
• Stick with a reasonable routine -- early to bed, early to
rise; boring maybe, but it makes vata purr
• Avoid unecessary arguments (even online) and violent games or movies
• Stay hydrated: throughout the day, sip hot, warm, or room temperature water or herbal teas -- ginger, licorice, or CCF (equal parts cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds, steeped)
• Favor warm, moist, nourishing foods, such as soups and stews, especially in cool weather, along with ripe peaches and mangos, sweet potatoes, basmati rice, baby lentils, tofu, and split mung beans
2. Energy is finite: save it like money. Both vata and pitta types have a hard time knowing when to stop. A project, goal, or cause can take precedence over the fact that physical and mental resources run out if not replenished with breaks during the day and sleep at night, time with people (and animals) we love, self-care, recreation, contact with nature, and spiritual practice. Meditation is the ultimate recharger since it connects you with universal energy that’s inexhaustible.
3. “You don’t have to do all this stuff every day.” This should make your life easier, not more complicated. For example, f you read in any depth about ayurveda, you’ll see dozens of early morning recommendations, including:
• Clean the coating (ama, metabolic debris) off your tongue with a copper, silver, or stainless steel tongue scraper (find one online or in the toothbrush aisle at the drugstore)
• Splash your face with cold water
• Drink 16 ounces of warm or hot water with lemon or lime before eating anything (great for regularity)
• Think a positive thought
• Look at something beautiful -- or treat each of your five senses to a tiny beautiful experience
• Make a gratitude list
• Give yourself a warm oil massage (abhyangha), ideally letting the oil absorb for 20 minutes before your shower
• Watch the sun come up
• Walk for 30 minutes
• Do a session of yoga asanas, or simply sun salutations -three, six, or twelve of them
• Meditate
On a blissfully empty day off, you might even try all this. Otherwise, pick and choose. On ordinary, i.e., busy, mornings, I do tongue cleaning, walk (I have a dog), and meditate without fail. I get the self-massage once or twice a week in warm weather, two or three times when it’s cold; and I do some yoga, even if only 15 minutes.Ayurveda is about balance and ease. Sometimes, less really is more.
Victoria Moran is an Oprah-featured author and a yoga practitioner of over 50 years. Her 14th book, Age Like a Yogi: A Heavenly Path to a Dazzling 3rd Act, is available for pre-order at all online and brick-and-mortar bookstores. If you send your receipt to assist@ victoriamoran.com you’ll be invited to an exclusve (free) Zoom retreat and receive a complementary Age Like a Yogi e-cookbook.
Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation, a public benefit corporation, supports 15 counties and two cities by providing revenue derived from our pari-mutuel wagering operations located throughout Western New York, coupled with the video gaming, food and beverage, hotel and event venues located within Batavia Downs.
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and the annual summer concert series, “Rockin’ The Downs,” there’s literally something for everyone here.
Over 902,000 patrons visited Batavia Downs in 2023, breaking 2022’s record by more than 73,000. Our jingle, “We want you to love coming here,” is clearly resonating with our patrons. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service, which stems from the belief that our employees are the corporation’s most valuable asset.
Each patron experiences personable and individualized customer service at Batavia Downs. The catering and events department provides a safe and friendly environment for a variety of events held at Batavia Downs, including but not limited to, local fundraisers, weddings, and live music. That, along with 84 luxury rooms and suites operated by Hart Hotels, a gaming floor with over 925 games, outstanding restaurants, live racing,
As the first lighted harness racing track in the United States, our venue has a rich history that attracts patrons from near and far to witness 73 exciting race nights each year. We host races in all seasons, with the Winter meet running from January to February and the main meet from July 27 to December 7.
Major horse racing events like the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes are showcased at Batavia Downs and throughout the Off-Track Betting’s 35 wagering locations all over Western New York. Along with our multiple brick and mortar locations, patrons also have the option to place mobile wagers on our internet wagering platform, www.BataviaBets. com.
Though all these outlets, our corporation distributes quarterly revenues, net expenses, to the municipalities we serve. For more information on Batavia Downs, be sure to check out www. bataviadownsgaming.com
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Welcome to Warren County, Pennsylvania, Where Outdoor Recreation Reigns!
Home to the 2024 PA River of the Year and the 2024 PA Trail of the Year, Warren County is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, boasting ample venues for hiking, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, hunting, fishing, swimming, camping, birding, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, golfing, shopping, walking, learning, wining and dining, and, of course, just relaxing and catching your breath. There is simply no greater peace than being surrounded by mountains along the banks of a river, while eagles soar over your head and the wind gently graces your face.
The Allegheny River, the current PA River of the Year, is home to the PSA State Championship Fishing Tournament held annually in Tidioute and is hosting the 2024 USCA National Canoe Races, the Allegheny’s 10th time hosting the national competition. The breathtaking Allegheny Reservoir gives the ultimate lake experience, speckled with a variety of boats and filled with activities, all nestled amongst the scenic Allegheny National Forest. A trip to the Kinzua Dam is a must. The 2015 PA River of the Year, Conewango Creek, also provides ample recreation as it allows a more relaxed float with some great fishing, birdwatching, and sight-seeing.
Those who prefer to keep their feet on dry land will be kept busy, too. Trails at Jakes Rocks, the 2024 PA Trail of the Year, is an impressive 35 miles of trails, specifically designed for mountain biking but allowing for hikers, too. And you will want to check out TAJR’s amazing overlooks. Many other trails are also easily accessible including those for hiking, ATV riding, horseback riding, and even snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
After a day of exploring, you have plenty dining opportunities of all kinds. Restaurants, ice cream shops, wineries, breweries, and even an upscale wine bar await near the historic structures from the wealthy days of the oil and lumber booms take you back in time in the city of Warren and surrounding towns.
No matter the season, Warren County is absolutely bustling with activities, festivals, and opportunities that will appeal to those who seek thrills and solace alike.
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organization dedicated to tourism and the growth of Warren County. We are happy to answer any questions you may have and help give you the ultimate Warren County experience! The Warren County Visitors Bureau is open Monday-Friday 9AM-4:30PM, and Saturday 9AM-2PM, and is located at 22045 Rt. 6, Warren, PA. For more information, stop in and see us or contact us at 814-726-1222 or info@wcvb.net. We encourage you to visit our online calendar available at wcvb.net where you can always find something to do, and make sure to follow the Warren County Visitors Bureau on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on all the fun!
Please accept this formal yet friendly invitation to visit us for the first time or the 100th time, but never let it be the last time. We invite you to enjoy everything Warren County has to offer, regardless of the time of year. Be sure to bring a friend and make some new ones while you’re here.
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Chautauqua County’s Rich Trail System Offers Outdoor Alternatives to Lake Recreation
By Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth
Did you know there are more than 250 miles of recreational trails in Chautauqua County? Over the past few years, those trails have undergone some major improvements to help residents and visitors alike make the most out of their time enjoying the great outdoors. From mountain bike and equestrian trails, to hiking and kayaking routes, there’s no shortage of recreational opportunities – regardless of what area of the county you’re in. And with the arrival of a new countywide interactive trails map in June, users now have another tool to help them plan and then enjoy their time on the trail.
All this adds to and heightens quality of life opportunities within Chautauqua County, helping to make it a great place to live and enjoy its natural beauty, no matter the season.
Much of the recent improvements to the trail system is due to the work of the Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth (CCPEG), along with the Friends of Chautauqua County Greenways (FCCG) – which is a collaborative initiative between several public and private entities within the county, including Chautauqua County Government, the City of Jamestown, the Boutwell Hill Ski Club, Chautauqua County Equestrian Trail System, Chautauqua Rails to Trails, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, and WNY Mountain Bicycling Association. Together, these groups have been working tirelessly the past several years to enhance, maintain, and promote the incredible recreation opportunities within the county.
This is a pivotal moment in the history of Chautauqua County,” explains Jacob Bodway, CCPEG Trail Coordinator. “The county is recognizing that by improving its recreation opportunities,
there is a corresponding improvement to the quality of life for both residents and tourists. As an avid trail user myself, I am thrilled that I can basically walk out of my backdoor and hike, mountain bike, and paddle some of the most beautiful natural areas that you’ll find anywhere. There is nowhere else that I’d rather live than right here in Chautauqua County!”
While countless hours have already been spent improving the various trails, even more work is expected in the coming months and years. By late fall of 2024, trail-users will be able to experience some of the major trail improvements. For example, in collaboration with the Chautauqua County Equestrian Trail System (CCETS), the Boutwell Hill Ski Club was recently awarded a $239,000 Park and Trail Partnership Grant to resurface the “Homestead Loop’’ in Boutwell Hill State Forest. That grant was administered by Parks & Trails New York.
In addition, CCPEG was awarded $105,000 in grants for Phase IV of the “Chautauqua County Overland Trails Revitalization Project.” The focus for 2024 is to improve the Fred J. Cusimano Westside Overland Trail in Panama and Brokenstraw State Forests, along with some sections of private property south of Titus Road. There will also be improvements to the equestrian trails in North Harmony State Forest, and the Chautauqua County Rails to Trails will have sections of trail resurfaced. Lastly, the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is currently removing blowdowns and blockages along the Marden E. Cobb Waterway Trails. The grant funding came from multiple sources, including the Greater Buffalo Community Foundation, the Lenna Foundation, the Sheldon Foundation, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, and the Jesse Smith Darrah Fund. continued on page 29
For those who are wondering about the location, difficulty, tread surface, and parking for the county trails, CCPEG and the FCCG recently released a new, interactive countywide trail map at CHQTrails.org, along with mobile maps provided on the Avenza application. According to Bodway, the need for an interactive trail map covering all of Chautauqua County is the result of an increased interest in the various trails found across the area, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As we witnessed more trail users exploring our trails, many for the first time, we also heard a renewed interest in a trail map that would provide information for trail users of varied experience and ability,” Bodway said. “I think that the new countywide trail map does that and more.”
The interactive map allows trail users to plan their own adventure on their computer by selecting trails that coincide with their interests - like biking, hiking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, and kayaking. Users will also be able to select trails based on land-owner, like those found in state forested land, or those associated with a specific organization or community. It also features images of trail heads and provides information on trail surfaces, trail length, and parking.
The mobile maps will be featured on Avenza, the top-rated app used for hiking and biking trail use, even in the most remote areas of the world. Several trail maps have been added to Avenza – including Boutwell Hill, Harris Hill, and North Harmony State Forests; Long Point State Park; Audubon Community Nature Center; and Cassadaga Lakes – along with others. These county maps will also be available on other third-party apps, such as Trailforks, All Trails, and MTB Project. PDF versions of individual trail maps can also be viewed, downloaded and also printed from the website for trail users who may not have the ability to use the mobile app.
Plans are also underway to provide a limited number of print
copies of individual trail maps, and to also to remind trail users about the existence of the interactive map and mobile app with signage along the trails, in addition to other marketing efforts across the region. Meanwhile, the interactive map and additional details on where to find and install the mobile map application from Avenza can be found online at CHQTrails.org.
Funding for the trail maps project comes from generous support provided by The Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, and the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation.
The recent projects involving the various trails in the county are only made possible through the combined efforts of CCPEG and the organizations that comprise the FCCG, whose aim is to collaborate and build on existing private/public partnerships to realize the primary objectives outlined in Chautauqua County’s 2012 Greenway Plan and updated in the 2022 Chautauqua County Greenways Group Action Plan. These plans have not only assisted with the completed projects outlined above, but will also be used to determine future improvement efforts in the months and years to come.
“We have such incredible outdoor recreation assets, including more than 600 miles of recreational trails which we are actively working to improve,” said Mark Geise, Deputy County Executive for Economic Development. “The various trail improvements we’ve seen in recent years, along with the new interactive trails map and mobile maps, not only help our county market itself as a tourism destination for outdoor enthusiasts, but also help our own residents discover and enjoy outdoor recreation opportunities regardless of the season.”
To learn more about all 250+ miles of recreational trails in the county, visit the FCCG page at ChooseCHQ.com.
Cuisine Bakery
Have you tried the deliciousness that can be found at the CUISINE & BAKERY located at 45 East Lake Shore Drive in Dunkirk? They opened in 2019 and have been growing their menu to include many more Puerto Rican favorites. Cuisine & Bakery brings the taste of Puerto Rico to Dunkirk, New York. This restaurant offers a menu inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the Caribbean island, featuring flavorful dishes and baked goods.
Their Bakery offers sweet delights like Turnovers, in amazing flavors including cherry, apple, strawberry and guava. Along with Quesitos •Tornillos, Guava Pastelillos and more to please your sweet tooth.
Their breakfast menu has a variety of breakfast sandwiches (including Philly Steak, Cubanos, Pollos, and Tripletas), Revoltillo Hashbrown Tostadas (Scrambled eggs with hashbrowns and toast), Omelets and many more options to get your day started.
Hungry for Lunch or Dinner? Their menu has so many options, from traditional favorites like Yellow or White Rice, Beans, Roast Pork, Sancochos, Roast Chicken, Mondongos, Pinchos, Mofangos (fried pork or shrimp), and even Hamburgers & Chicken Tenders. They also offer daily specials to their lunch menu like Ribs, Fried Pork Chops and too many other specials.
So whether you’re looking for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or just a sweet treat you need to stop in to Cuisine & Bakery in Dunkirk and try any or all of their mouthwatering specialties. Take out orders may be placed by calling 716-363-2003
Check out their website Cuisine and Bakery.com. You can also follow them on FB for more details at Cuisine & Bakery. (Siguenos en fb en Cuisine&Bakery)
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Dunkirk Lighthouse
The Dunkirk Lighthouse is open for the season.
Hours of operation are Sun- day – Saturday 10am-4pm for the months of July and August and September and October 10am-2pm. Admission tickets to tour the house and tower are $10 per person, $8 for seniors (55 and older), veterans, and students, 4 years to 10 years are $3.
Public Ghost Tours will be held on August 24th, September 28th, October 19th, 25th, and 26th. Cost is $30 per person and tickets can be purchased on our website or in the gift shop.
Watch for more detailed schedules on www.dunkirklighthouse.com
We are located at 1 Point Drive North in Dunkirk, NY. We now have a brand-new pavilion that we can rent out for parties, weddings, birthdays, reunions, etc. Email dunkirklighthouse@gmail.com or call 716-366-5050 for inquiries.
Services Pro Waste
Pro Waste Services Inc. offers all of your roll-off container needs. Our 10-Yard Container is ideal for roofing jobs, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels & small cleaning out projects. Height 3.5ft. Width 8ft. Length 12ft. The 15-Yard Container is ideally used for roofing jobs, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, two car garage clean outs or cleaning out a small home. Height 3.5ft. Width 8ft. Length 16ft. The 20-Yard Container can be used for roofing debris, deck removals, window replacements, construction jobs, scrap metal and garage clean outs. Height 3.5ft. Width 8ft. Length 22ft. The 30-Yard Container is used for larger construction or remodeling projects requiring the removal of large amounts of debris, including scrap metal. Height 6ft. Width 8ft. Length 22ft. Our largest container is our 40-Yard. This is used for larger construction or demolition projects, as well as whole house clean outs. Height 7ft. Width 8ft. Length 22ft. We offer fast & reliable service, observing family traditions. Please call Pro Waste Services at 716-355-4319 for all of your large project needs. Check us out on www.prowasteservicesinc.com and connect with us on facebook.
We work well in conjunction with Beichner Waste Services, who are a front load container supplier. Beichner Waste offers 2 – 4 – 6 – 8 cu. yd size containers. Check out Beichner Waste Services on www.beichnerwaste.com or call for more info at 716-962-1020.
Lil Ginger’s Deli
Lil Ginger’s Deli is operated by Ginger Pokoj. You’ll find Lil Ginger’s Deli located in the historic Coburn Block in Dunkirk. The Deli is open 7am-8pm MondaySaturday and 11am-8pm on Sundays.
Lil Ginger’s offers a large variety of menu options for everyone’s pallet. You can get breakfast sandwiches, breakfast bowls, pizza, wings, subs, lunch meats, Dinner meal deals, des serts and so much more.
Lil Ginger’s is the home of Chautauqua County’s chopped sub! Have you tried one yet? All of the ingredients for the sandwich (Deli meats, cheese, lettuce, banana peppers, oil, vinegar, etc) are chopped up and then mixed together. Then it’s scooped into a hoagie roll and you really get the perfect bite every time. It’s so delicious. Don’t forget to try the daily specials like these: Lg Cheese Pizza & 20 Wings
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Hometown Service
Hometown Service! For generations, Jim Nichols’ Hometown Service has been a proud tradition of auto repair in Dunkirk. Located on Eagle Street in the heart of the Dunkirk lakefront, we are happy to greet you at the door with any problem you may be experiencing with your car, van, SUV or truck. From routine preventative maintenance like oil changes, brakes and tires to the biggest leak or mechanical problem, our techs have you covered. Although we are a very busy shop, we have a reputation of getting you in as soon as possible to look at and diagnose the problem; fixing it and getting you back on the road! In fact, the community has always been right behind us and we have been voted the Observer’s Reader’s Choice Best of the Best for 8 years non-consecutively. Don’t forget that it is NYS Inspection season. Take a look at your sticker and call us for an appointment! 716-366-AUTO (2886) is easy to remember and a phone number you should keep in your glovebox!
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Lil Ginger’s also offers corporate delivery
Hungry? Ready to order? Call 716.679.1509 to place your order or stop in today! We also use DoorDash.
Dunkirk Yearlong Event Schedule Continues
Summer is about half way over but Dunkirk is still excited to welcome residents, visitors and their families to its beautiful waterfront community along Lake Erie. A bunch of exciting family-friendly events continue through the upcoming months.
Mayor Kate Wdowiasz, Dunkirk Festivals Depart ment, city council and staff offers a special thanks and recognition to the 2024 returning platinum level sponsor, DFT Communications, and the other valued sponsors who support Dunkirk Festivals and the Dunkirk Local Development Corporation. National Grid is the overall stage sponsor while Advanced Production Group (APG) is the production/stage provider.
The Dunkirk Flea Market, organized by Brian Meyer, will be held Saturdays through August 31 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Route 5 and Washing ton Avenue parking lot. To become a vendor, please call Meyer at 716-680-0958.
the Dunkirk Senior Center. For more information, contact E.J. Hayes at (716) 366-9876.
The Dunkirk Farmer’s Market, sponsored by Refresco, continue every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through October 9 at
The popular Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series presented by DFT Communications continues Thursday evenings through August 22. New musical acts and concession vendors will be on the Dunkirk Pier and/or Memorial Park.
The following is a lineup of opening bands (5:25 p.m.) and headliner bands (6:45 p.m.) with August 29 and September 5 marked as rain dates:
August 1 - Porcelain Busdrivers/Black Widow (Party Music Night at pier sponsored by Brooks - TLC Hospital System, Inc. - Lake Erie Medical Services)
August 8 - Mayflower Hill/Hello City Barenaked Ladies Tribute (Alternative Pop Rock Night at pier sponsored by Nestle Purina)
August 15 - OsbornNash/Tim Britt Band (Country Night at park sponsored by Community Bank and The Resource Center)
August 22 - Reset To Vinyl/Midnight Blue – Foreigner Tribute (Arena Rock Night at park sponsored by DFT Communications)
The pier will be closed to traffic at 2 p.m. on Thursday concert dates. Guests are reminded to bring a folding chair.
The Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series sponsored by Southern Tier Environments for Living, Inc. (STEL), Lawley Insurance and DFT Communications will perform on the following Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. at Point Gratiot Park: July 31 - Classic Rock Allstars, August 7 - Ion Sky (STEL VIP Night), August 14 - Living Room Jam Band (Lawley VIP Night), August 21 – DTO and August 28 - Furious George and September 4 - Bill Ward (July 10 rain make up date). The city is collaborating with local eateries for Wednesday evening pick up and delivered dinner specials.
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DUNKIRK YEARLONG EVENT SCHEDULE
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On August 3 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. in Washington Park, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Governments Program will host the 3rd Annual Community Wellness and Fun Day in Dunkirk for all community members. The free event will include music, food, backpack giveaways, health screenings, local vendors and a photo booth.
The 31st Annual National Night Out free community event hosted by the Dunkirk Police Department is slated for Tuesday, August 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Washington Park. Bounce houses, Dunkirk Police and Fire Departments, music, food, refreshments, giveaways and an outdoor movie will be available.
The Beach Bash, sponsored by National Grid, DFT Communications and Beach House Bar & Grille, on August 17 (9 a.m. – 9 p.m.) at Wright Park features slow pitch, volleyball and pickleball tournaments, food vendors, dunk tank and inflatables provided by Awesome Bouncers and Party With Us, chalk walk, beach contests and other family activities. Band/DJ performances will be Wright Park Beach DJ KT Stylez (12 - 2 p.m.) and on the main stage with Party McFly (2 p.m.), The Untouchables (4 p.m.) and headliner Grand Illusion - The Music of Styx (6:30 p.m.). An outdoor movie by El Rigby Theater will be shown at dusk at the Wright Park Stadium.
On August 26 (with an August 27 rain date), the City of Dunkirk, DFT Communications, Dunkirk Public Schools and United Way of Northern Chautauqua County, Wells Enterprises, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union will put on a complimentary Back to School Bash at Point Gratiot Park from 4 to 7 p.m. for Dunkirk City School students and their families. DJ Giulia Giuffre of Star Sirch will provide children’s entertainment while a bounce house provided by Party With Us, school supplies, giveaways, food, refreshments and Wells Enterprises ice cream will be available at no cost.
The Dunkirk Heritage Festival, sponsored by Special Metals, LLC and DFT Communications, is scheduled for August 31 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the 64 Lake Shore Drive East lot. The diverse event will feature all types of music, ethnic food, vendors, culture and more.
Dunkirk’s popular winter holiday events include their Christmas on Central Small Business Saturday Holiday Market on
November 30 and Dunkirk Holiday Parade on December 6 in downtown Dunkirk.
Christmas on Central (11 a.m. – 6 p.m.), presented by Hometown Insurance & Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, includes merchant/vendor holiday shopping throughout downtown Dunkirk, live music (11 am - Footsteps, 1 pm - Slim and Red and 3 pm - DJ Joe Gould), free horse drawn wagon rides, Santa Claus/Mrs. Claus/Rudolph visits, holiday ice sculpture demonstration, free hot cocoa, children’s activities, holiday dancers, gift card drawings, annual tree lighting, City of Dunkirk gingerbread exhibit and more.
Hometown Insurance and Refresco are sponsoring the Dunkirk Holiday Parade this year on December 6 at 6:30 p.m. on Central Avenue from Third Street to Fifth Street. The theme is “Gingerbread Avenue & Candy Cane Lane” with 5 p.m. pre-parade entertainment provided by Model Citizen at City Hall and parade lineup with check-in at Robin Street and Third Street. Here’s to another great summer in Dunkirk, New York! For more information about Dunkirk’s summer schedule of events, local attractions, sponsor or vendor opportunities, please visit www.cityofdunkirk.com, Facebook at Dunkirk Festivals & Special Events or contact Scott Mekus (716) 366-9848 or smekus@ cityofdunkirk.com.
Lake Erie Wine Country is the largest grape growing region in the United States east of the Rocky Mountains. Featuring 30,000 sprawling acres of vineyards and more than 20 distinct estate and commercial wineries, Lake Erie Wine Country spans 50 miles of shoreline from Harborcreek, Pennsylvania to Silver Creek, New York along the southern shorelines of Lake Erie. Our area wineries produce unique and diverse wines for all tastes, from fruity native Labruscas and exquisite French-American wines to European-style wines and award-winning favorites. Most wineries offer tours, special events and concerts throughout the year. Lake Erie Wine Country also hosts various themed events such as Wine & Chocolate during the whole month of February and the very popular Harvest Weekends, the first two weekends of November.
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Courtyard Winery
With handcrafted wines from their estate vineyards, the quality of the fruit is evident at Courtyard Winery. Nestled on Route 20 in the western part of Lake Erie Wine Country, Courtyard features a large tasting room, outdoor seating, and a variety of events and tour opportunities year-round. Reserve a picnic in the vineyard for a private excursion with a locally crafted picnic in a natural setting, or schedule a meet the winemaker private tour for a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process.
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HIGHLIGHTED WINERIES IN LAKE ERIE WINE COUNTRY
Johnson Estate Winery
New York’s oldest Estate Winery founded in 1961. The 110 acres of vineyards are carefully tended to make over 40 award-winning wines. As an estate winery, Johnson’s control the wine-making process from “bud to bottle” ensuring that quality, not quantity, is the governing principle. Visit the century-old historic wine tasting room to sample European Classics (Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir), American favorites (Concord), as well as ice and dessert wines. Check winery website for hours and events. Open daily, year round.
Mazza Wines
The Mazza family has been making craft beverages on the shores of Lake Erie for more than fifty years, and they now serve their spirits at three locations: Mazza Vineyards, South Shore Wine Company and Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five & 20 Spirits and Brewing. Each facility boasts its own distinct atmosphere and tasting experience. Using a blend of Old World traditions with New World winemaking techniques, the end result is a varied and unique wine list, including varietals and blends using traditional vinifera, hybrid, and native varieties, as well as fruit, sparkling, fortified and dessert wines.
Arrowhead Wine Cellars has been producing internationally recognized award-winning wines for three generations. Their selection features thirty two varieties of reds, whites, sparkling and ice wines, hard cider and fruit juice. Arrowhead uses the highest quality European, Native and hybrid grapes, most of which are grown on their own 250-acre farm. The winery got its name from the Native American Tribes who crafted arrowheads and thrived on the fertile soils of the Lake Erie Shoreline. Over the years, there have been frequent discoveries of arrowheads on local grape farms including Mobilia’s Fruit Farm, the home of Arrowhead Wine Cellars.
Arundel Cellars and Brewing
Arundel Cellars is the area’s first winery and brewery and is located in a beautifully restored 19th century barn which previously served as a cider mill. With over 100 years of combined experience in the wine and viticulture industry, the Arundel family (made up of four family units) prides themselves on offering quality products within a warm inviting atmosphere where everyone is welcome. Arundel has a large selection of premium wines, craft beers, hard ciders and delicious food. Stop by every Sunday for live musical entertainment which is offered inside during the colder months and outside on their large outdoor patio area in the summertime.
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Lake Shore Hydroponic
Come down to our fam ily-operated greenhouse for delicious, crispy lettuce.
Lake Shore Hydroponic offers friendly, family service.
We are located at 10429 West Lake Road in Ripley, New York.
“Nothing beats fresh lettuce year round!”
We offer a head of lettuce for $1.75 or 3 heads for $5. We also have lettuce in a clam shell container for $2.25.
We have several varieties of lettuce to keep you in fresh greens all year! We raise 4 kinds of hydroponic lettuce, Greenleaf, red leaf, romaine and butterhead (Boston) lettuce.
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OVERNIGHT LODGING OPTIONS
Considering a trip to Lake Erie Wine Country? Make it a true adventure and book an overnight room. Stay a few days to explore and experience all of Lake Erie Wine Country’s many wineries, shops and restaurants.
• Lakeview on the Lake is nestled on the bluffs of Lake Erie in the heart of Wine Country. When you rent a cabin style room, mini cottage, or suite rest easy knowing they are impeccably clean and well furnished. 814-899-6948
•Edwards Waterhouse Inn is an elegant Bed & Breakfast in the heart of Fredonia. Beautiful inside and out with porches, pergola and fire pit. Sitting in the middle of Wine Country, enjoy a gourmet breakfast before heading out for a day at the wineries. 716-672-6751
•You can’t go wrong with either the Candlelight Lodge or the Captain Storm House when looking for a unique place to stay in Westfield, NY. You can walk to shops, stores and restaurants. Both run by the same innkeepers. 716-326-2830
•If you are looking for a larger resort, consider Peek ‘n Peak in Clymer, NY 716-355-4141 or Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron, NY 716-489-2800
• Stay smart, rest and recharge at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites North East. Families and friends can enjoy the hotel’s indoor mini water park with seven water features, including a 30’ slide. The hotel also offers complimentary hot breakfast, fitness room and in-suite conveniences to make you feel right at home. 814-725-4400
Make your escape to Lake Erie Wine Country and discover all there is to do in Erie, PA and Chautauqua County, NY! Check out Visit Erie at www.visiterie.com and the Chautauqua County Visitor’s Bureau at www.tourchautauqua.com
Tour Tips from a National Comedy Center Insider
By Kate Welshofer
With so much to see, do and experience, a visit to the National Comedy Center is a true, state-of-the-art adventure where laughter and delight are around every corner, immersing visitors in a world of pure joy. There’s a reason why the words “blown away” appear so often in our five-star reviews. There is nothing like the National Comedy Center.
Key to the National Comedy Center experience is the fact that it’s tailored to the individual thanks to our LaughBand technology. That means there is no right way or wrong way to experience it — only your way!
Knowing even the most intrepid explorers love a little insider info, here are a few things to know before you go.
The Not-To-Be-Missed List!
Become a Comedy Chameleon
Have you ever thought, even just for a moment, about being in the movies? We give you that chance with our Act The Part green screen experience. Put yourself and your friends and family in classic TV shows and movies and act alongside your favorite stars.
Choose from some of the most famously funny moments including the iconic I Love Lucy chocolate factory scene, along with favorite scenes from Dumb and Dumber, Anchorman and Saturday Night Live. You can also experience a classic pie fight and even play action star in thrilling scenes with explosions and more. The best part? Your performance is stored on your LaughBand and sent straight to your email — a great souvenir to enjoy and share.
Quality Time with Johnny, Joan and George
When you begin your National Comedy Center experience, you will instantly find yourself standing among the work of legends including Johnny Carson, Joan Rivers and George Carlin. Much like the people themselves, the exhibits honoring the comedians are bigger than life, but here’s what you don’t want to miss: some of the little things.
The Johnny Carson Immersive Experience hosted by Jimmy Fallon celebrates the King of Late Night’s career and the impact of The Tonight Show on television. It’s a stunning experience to step into and enjoy. When you walk out, be sure to take the time to check out the display in the hallway — a collection of cards from Johnny Carson’s personal Rolodex featuring some of the most famous names in entertainment, the dates of their appearances on the show and Johnny’s own notes. The cards are a jaw-dropping who’s who and a fascinating glimpse at the National Comedy Center’s expansive archival collection.
The National Comedy Center announced last year it will be home to Joan Rivers career archive, including a file cabinet containing over 65,000 original jokes spanning from the start of her career in the 1950s until her death in 2014. The archives will be the centerpiece of a new interactive exhibit coming in 2025. You can get a sneak peek right now with the museum’s current display of some of Joan’s personal archives including a typewritten list of one-liners along with her hilarious list of “17 Ways to Handle a Heckler. It’s one more way the National Comedy Center lifts to curtain to honor the craft of comedy.
The George Carlin exhibit is one of the first interactive displays you will encounter as you begin your trip through the National Comedy Center.
Acquired in 2016, two years before the National Comedy Center opened to the public, the archives of George Carlin are a cornerstone of the museum and contain material the comedian saved over his 50-plus year career.
The Carlin archive includes his extensive creative files, annotated set lists, handwritten journals, scrapbooks, awards, letters,
clothing, arrest records and countless hours of video and audio recordings containing both released and unreleased material. This material has been digitized and is available for you to see and hear. It’s incredible to see what Carlin kept and how he organized it all. Plus, you’ll encounter delightfully unexpected items like sweet fan letters and thank you notes. Be sure to unlock this treasure trove of comedy history when you step into the exhibit.
Access to these bits and pieces of legendary comedians’ lives and their work is what we mean when we say “the story of comedy lives here.” At The National Comedy Center, you have the unique opportunity to turn the pages.
Comedy Karaoke
The bright yellow glow from our Karaoke Lounge invites you in to take the stage, step up to the mic and give stand-up comedy your best shot. You’ll have a little help as we provide the material, and not just any material, but the best of the best bits of standup from Jerry Seinfeld, Ali Wong, Jeff Foxworthy, Chris Rock, John Mulaney, Aziz Ansari and many more. All you have to do is just read it from a screen placed right in front of the stage. Even some of the biggest names in comedy who have toured The National Comedy Center have completely bombed and laughed their way through this interactive experience when they try to perform someone else’s act — proving, in the most hilarious way, it’s not as easy as it may appear.
Not quite ready for the spotlight? Not to worry. Our lounge is also the place where you can grab a seat, some refreshments and share a laugh with your family and friends.
Laugh Battle Match wits with your funniest friends and family in the stateof-the-art and hilariously challenging Laugh Battle. The goal? Make each other laugh for points.
Here’s how it works: we provide the joke to deliver to your opponent. You only get a point if they laugh. If they don’t, the point is theirs. It may seem pretty simple and maybe you think you have a great poker face but — is it good enough to get past the Microsoft AI facial recognition technology that detects even the slightest smile? (We do love an element of surprise around here!)
It’s a blast to find out round after round in a game where, let’s face it, everybody wins.
Comedy Continuum
The list of “Not-To-Be-Missed” simply would not be complete without mentioning the National Comedy Center’s Comedy Continuum. First off all, you literally cannot miss it. It is enormous — a 60-foot digital touch screen video wall filled with comedy history you bring to life with your LaughBand.
Descend a ramp into this sunken lair of comedy adventure to begin your exploration into the connections and collaborations between comedy’s most influential artists. Touch the screen and watch as the web of comedy starts to come to life. Piece by digital piece, you unlock the “six degrees of separation” between your favorite comedy stars and their greatest influences. You’ll be amazed how this huge exhibit reveals the relatively “small world” of comedy and how comedic talent is linked across genres and even eras of comedy. You’ll also discover hidden connections along with exclusive video content and other digital tidbits and treasures — incredible stories just waiting for you to find them.
One other cool feature? This exhibit can be tailored to the height of the user for maximum accessibility.
That’s just a small sample of the fun things there are to do and see at The National Comedy Center and here’s one more bonus tip: give yourself plenty of time to make your way through the experience. You definitely won’t regret spending a full day or even more exploring, learning, and laughing all the way.
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Welcome!
North East - Pennsylvania is home to over 26 local wineries and vineyards & is nestled just o the shores of Lake Erie. We are home to nationally-ranked sunsets and Presque Isle State Park. Families love our indoor, year- round miniature water park. Business travelers rejoice in our modern & sleek suites.
Presque Isle State Park - 30
Minute Drive to scenic beaches, wildlife & lighthouse attractions.
Erie Bayfront - 20 Minute Drive to local pubs, dining, museums & boating.
Presque Isle Downs & Casino - 18 Minute Drive to our local casino, horse track, and select dining.
How to Find Us
From East - Interstate 90 - Exit 41:
Towards Erie, Pa - Right-hand turn o the exit (Route 89); hotel is on the le . Interstate 79 merges to I-90 heading North towards Erie, Pa.
From West- Interstate 90 - Exit 41:
Towards Bu alo, Ny- Right-hand turn o the exit (Route 89); hotel is on the le . Interstate 86 merges to I-90 heading West towards Erie, Pa .
After moving back home in 1990 from New Paltz, NY in the Hudson Valley, Patty Schwertfager began exhibiting & selling her artwork in Buffalo. Including juried shows at the Albright-Knox & many other galleries. Patty had also worked at a custom frame shop in New Paltz since the early 1980’s. So, in 1997 Patty decided to merge her two interests & open her own art gallery & custom frame shop!
Surroundings Art Gallery Custom Framing
unique, it’s best to bring your item in so I can give you an exact & accurate quote.
When I opened in 1997, everything in the retail area was handmade by the person that brought it in. After 20 years, in 2016 with a love of vintage & antiques & being in a town known for antiques, I started adding those items to my “offerings”. So, now I’m a fun & funky mix of art, vintage & antiques.
I’m celebrating this 27th year as the “first year of my next 27” she jokingly says.
Custom Framing for over 40 years, I’ve framed just about everything & I can frame almost anything! That includes sports jerseys, needlepoint, quilts, graduation caps & gowns & memorabilia, christening dresses & the list goes on! The fabric items I frame are all hand stitched to an acid free backing Never glued or pressed onto a sticky “self-adhesive” board. She has hundreds of Frame Choices. Wood or metal with a wide variety of styles & finishes. Sleek & contemporary to ornate, carved with gold or silver leaf finishes. You can also bring in your own frame, be it a frame that “has been in the family forever” to one of your own “finds”. People think in order for me to frame something for them, that they have to buy everything from me, but that’s just not so.
The Matboards I use are all conservation grade made from cotton, rather than paper which has acid in it. Some matboard finishes include linen, velvet, denim, raffia, rice paper, metallic & more! Merely getting a new mat in a different color will transform your piece & give it a new fresh look. The acid free materials I use ensures the longevity of your art or sentimental item. “Super plaking” is also available. Alternative to framing w/glass, this is best for posters & items not monetarily or sentimentally valuable. Everything I frame is so
The Artisan created items include original paintings, prints, photography, collages, glass, wood, pottery/ceramics, clothing, scarves, purses, wrought iron, local books, cards, calligraphy, pillows, Amish items & more!
Lots of Jewelry! Including beach glass & for 26 of my 27 years proudly representing Elaine Eppinger of “Classy Lady” jewelry studio, known also from the Westfield Arts & Crafts Show for her vintage & gemstones collections.
The Vintage & Antiques (the “New Old Stuff”) includes furniture, some original & some “flipped”. Also décor such as prints, glassware, crocks & fiestaware. Clothing including lingerie, dresses, shirts & purses. Jewelry, authentic vintage & antique, not reproductions. And an intriguing collection of curiosities & odd, interesting & beautiful little gems. The inventory is always changing, so stop by, we have a wide variety of finds destined to delight! Our reasonable prices mean most customers become repeat visitors.
Conveniently located in downtown Westfield at 73 East Main St (US Route 20) across from McDonalds & 7-Eleven. Current hours are Mon/Wed/Fri & every other Saturday. Open year round. Can call & leave a message! 716-326-7373 (if you leave your name & number I’ll call you back, if you don’t, I won’t) My artists, vendors & I thank you for supporting this small, woman owned business. Hope to see you soon!
The Grape Discovery Center is the official Visitor’s Center for the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt, designated a New York State Heritage Area in 2006. Developed by the Concord Grape Belt Heritage Association, it seeks to be an experiential destination that supports and promotes the grape industry through sharing stories and engaging, educating and informing the public about all things grape. Admission to the Center is Free and Wi-Fi is available. Donations are graciously accepted.
Grape Discovery Center
America’s grape country. Did you see something you forgot to purchase? Give us a call at 716-326-2003. Hours are Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 11am – 5 pm. Stop in and see us at 8305 W. Main Road, Rt. 20, Westfield, NY 14787.
EVENTS:
WEDNESDAY WINE CLASSES at CHAUTAUQUA, July 31, August 7 and 14.
The Concord Grape Belt is located along the southeastern shores of Lake Erie in western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania, and is the largest and oldest Concord grape growing region in the world. The Concord grape is native to North America, and was first selected and propagated from wild seedlings by Ephraim Bull in Concord, Massachusetts in 1849. It was brought to western New York in the 1870’s where climate, geography, and soils proved to be very suitable to its production.
Established in 2004, the Concord Grape Belt Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization of grape growers, juice processors and wineries, related grape industry businesses and regional organizations. Our mission is to encourage and support the grape and wine industries within the region, and to enhance the region’s quality of life. In May, 2013, the Grape Discovery Center was opened by the Heritage Association as a showcase for local grape-related products, and as a venue for sharing the rich history and culture of the region.
Tasting Bar. Enjoy a glass of wine or grape juice with friends in the Tasting Bar or on the Steve Baran Memorial Patio nestled beside a Concord vineyard. The Tasting Bar features local artisanal cheeses, cured meats, snacks, grape juice, and a weekly selection of wines from Lake Erie Wine Country.
Walk through the Star Family Exhibit Room to learn the story of the Concord grape and 150 years of grape growing in the Lake Erie region. Explore the history and science of grape growing, and the lifestyle of those in the industry.
Interactive exhibits are fun and interesting for visitors of all ages and allow you to see, touch, smell, and feel different components of what makes this area special.
Family-friendly • Tours offered for pre-booked groups • Interactive learning displays
Browse through a gift shop filled with “grapey” apparel, art, vinaigrettes and sauces, and crafts made by local artisans, and take home a piece of the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt,
GRAPE BELT OPEN Golf Tournament ~ Annual Fundraiser – August 17, 2024. Save the Date!
THE CHAUTAUQUA FOOD FESTIVAL - August 18-23, 2024.
WESTFIELD GRAPE AND WINE FESTIVAL - Sep 07 - 08, 2024
Grape Discovery Center & Moore Park Westfield, NY 14787
Westfield NY Grape and Wine Festival
Join us for an extraordinary event, The Westfield Grape and Wine Festival!
Immerse yourself in a celebration of grape growing and harvesting while indulging in a wide selection of award-winning wines. This family-friendly festival offers a remarkable experience at two wonderful locations:
Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market: Discover a vibrant marketplace filled with local produce, exquisite crafts, and artisanal products. Engage with passionate vendors, uncover unique treasures, and support the thriving local community. The market promises a delightful atmosphere that will captivate your senses and leave you with unforgettable memories.
Grape Discovery Center: Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of grapes at this captivating center. Learn about the art and science of grape cultivation, explore the rich history behind the region’s vineyards, and gain insights into the intricate process of winemaking. Engage with interactive exhibits, expand your knowledge, and experience the true essence of grapes. Additionally, at the Grape Discovery Center, you’ll have the chance to savor the incredible flavors of a variety of grape juices, providing a refreshing and delightful experience. Watch for details www.grapediscoverycenter.com
Stop in and visit us at the Grape Discovery Center. Like us on Facebook, check out our website at www.grapediscoverycenter. com and call us for more information 716-326-2003.
Weidner BBQ is Family OwnedOperated
Try one of our original recipe favorites • Treat your guests to a homemade BBQ Dinner!
In 1956, Bert Weidner and his two brothers set up a small stand at the Erie County Fair and began serving BBQ Chicken. They slow cooked fresh chicken over an open flame all the while basting it with their own special recipe BBQ sauce until it was cooked to perfection – tender and juicy on the inside, crispy and golden brown on the outside.
Three generations later, we are cooking it the exact same way and using the sauce as Bert and his brothers did over 60 years ago. Today we are still at the Erie County Fair, the Eden Corn Festival and hundreds of fundraisers, events and private parties all over Western NY.
Now, not only can you order our signature chicken, but you can also try our wood smoked pork and ribs, tender roast beef or any of our delicious homemade sides.
If you are planning a party or event, give us a call! We will take care of all the food, so you can relax and enjoy yourself. You and your guests will be happy you did! Contact us today at 716-992-4362.
Tucked away in Westfield, Quagliana’s Bark Grill is a relaxing restaurant that serves up a variety of foods with an Italian fare and a full bar for a relaxing drink before or after dinner.
We have a great and familial atmosphere and you’ll feel like you’re dining at home when you’re at our small town restaurant in beautiful Westfield, New York.
We are located at 14 East Pearl Street in Westfield.
Reservations are strongly suggested, 716-326-2112.
You can find more information on our Facebook.
GERRI BEGIER Owner
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Westfield, New York, known for its many grape vineyards, history both local and national and its close proximity to Lake Erie and Lake Chautauqua, is quickly becoming a delightful downtown shopping attraction for food, art, and unique shops. In the center of downtown, at 50 Main Street, one can find the Living Glass Gallery. Within its bright and spacious storefront, underneath beautifully arched windows and architecture, owner and artist, Denise Williams- Stebbins, proudly displays artwork and gift items from local and regional artists. From beautiful paintings, unique stained glass, mixed media abstracts, to nature photography, handmade jewelry, pottery and turned wooden bowls, there is something for everyone. Living Glass Gallery is also known for its custom glass art designs where Denise will help turn your personal vision into beautiful glass for your kitchen, entrance way or to accent any area of your home. Denise also offers art classes at her on location studio and is currently focusing on the art of stained glass, using the Tiffany copper foil technique.
Living Glass Gallery
Denise states: “Nature has always been the subject of my pieces; whether it is symbolized or implied, natural components
will always be present. I believe nature provides the most intriguing element of design through form, structure and color. I try to interpret what I see and feel in this most captivating medium of glass. A stained glass window can be a wall of light that changes throughout the hours of the day following the strength and direction of the sun. As light changes so does the character of the stained glass. The effect of light on and through glass has no parallel. Although I have worked in many mediums, glass is my favorite and I have stuck with it faithfully for 32 years.
At my Living Glass studio I rely on one fact when designing; The interaction of light, color and texture produce an energy that seem to enhance ones imagination and so anything is possible!”
Denise, is a former art teacher graciously retired after 31 years. Her approach to teaching in her studio is testimony to the dedication and support she provided her students at school. Denise has a special way of cultivating creativity no matter what age she teaches. That was always her goal in education and remains her goal as she continues expanding her gallery introducing new artists and supporting established artists in displaying their work. Currently there are 13 local artists in her gallery. Living Glass Gallery also features a new artist every month from June to December. Details for upcoming events are listed at LivingGlassGallery.Com. Living Glass Gallery, 50 Main Street. “The Most Charming Experience of Beautifully Crafted Art in Chautauqua County”. Stop in and see for yourself!
Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill
If you’re looking for an outdoor restaurant, waterfront dining or a beautiful patio bar in the Western New York area, then look no further than Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill located at 1028 South Shore Drive, Irving, NY.
Located on 5 acres of gorgeous beaches along the shores of Lake Erie, Cabana Sam’s offers a full menu with dining experience like none other in the Buffalo, NY area.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Monday: Seafood Feast including All-You-Can-Eat Crab 4PM – 9PM
Tuesday: Kids Night (Kids eat for $1 with purchase of adult entree) 4PM – 9PM
Wednesday: Wing Special ALL DAY
Thursday: Pasta Night 4PM – 9PM
Friday: Fish Fry ($1 off before 5PM) ALL DAY
Saturday: 2 for 1 Prime Rib Dinners
Sunday: Brunch 11:30AM – 2PM
HAPPY HOUR
Monday – Wednesday: 4PM – 6PM
Thursday: 4PM – 9PM
Friday: 4PM – 6PM
Saturday: 2PM – 4PM
Sunday: Bloody Mary Happy Hour 11:30AM – 2PM
CABANA SAM’S MUSICAL LINEUP
Sun, July 28th – After Effect @ 6pm
Tues, July 30th – Terry Buchwald @ 7pm
Wed, July 31st – Old Hippies @ 6pm
Thurs, Aug 1st – Joe & The Schmoes @ 7pm
Sun, Aug 4th – TBD
Tues, Aug 6th – Zen City @ 7pm
Thurs, Aug 8th – Midnight Recovery @ 7pm
Sun, Aug 11th – Bleeding Hearts @ 6pm
Tues, Aug 13th – Terry Buchwald @ 7pm
Thurs, Aug 15th – Two Towns @ 7pm
Sat, Aug 17th – Live & Kickin @1pm for Sunset Bay Experience
Sun, Aug 18th – Iron Eyes @ 7pm
Tues, Aug 20th – Kickstart Rumble @ 7pm
Thurs, Aug 22nd – Dark Water Duo @ 7pm
Sun, Aug 25th – Screaming Pineapples @ 6pm
Tues, Aug 27th – Terry Buchwald @ 7pm
Thurs, Aug 29th – Generation Gap @ 7pm
Sun, Sept 1st – TBD
Sat, Sept 7th – Johnny Dee @ 7pm
Sat, Sept 14th – Bad Habit @ 7pm
Sat, Sept 21st – Live & Kickin @ 7pm
Sat, Sept 28th – Boat Burning!
Sat, Oct 5th – Swift Kick @ 7pm
For more information about Cabana Sams and to see their full menu check out their website at https://sunsetbayusa.com/cabana-sams
The Sunset Bay Beach Club is one of Western New York and the Buffalo area’s best waterfront nightclubs. Offering both indoor dancing and a massive waterfront patio bar, the Beach Club has a little bit of something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a night out dancing with some of WNY’s best DJs, live music from both local and national bands, or just an afternoon of fun in the sun at an outdoor beach bar, the Beach Club has got it all!
SUNSET BAY BEACH CLUB Musical Line Up
Fri, Aug 2nd – Honky Tonk Heroes @ 8:30pm
Sat, Aug 3rd – Bad Lands @ 8pm
Fri, Aug 9th – Kurts Back @ 9pm
Sat, Aug 10th – Taylor Swift Experience @ 8pm
Sun, Aug 11th – Spin Fest @ 1pm
Fri, Aug 16th – Yank the Cover @ 8:30pm
Sat, Aug 17th – 5D @ 8:30pm
Fri, Aug 23rd – Knight Crew @ 8:30pm
Sat, Aug 24th – Silver Extreme @ 8:30pm
Fri, Aug 30th – Party McFly @ 8:30pm
Sat, Aug 31st – Furious George @ 9pm
Sun, Sept 1st – A List Band @ 9pm
Mon, Sept 2nd – Labor Day DRINK US DRY party with DJ Felony @ 1pm
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