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Publisher Rev Publishing Inc. President & CEO Daniel A. Pasco Multi-Media consultants Gail Cerrone Madeline Dimperio David Gibson Michael Koval Brianne Lunn David Mace Alexandra Mills Editor Megan Pasche

Gus Tsivikis, Jennifer Caruso, Loren Gill.

08 Who Grew my soup

Food Is Our Medicine at the Farmers Market.

10 scratching the surface

Profile of Barry E. Snyder Sr.

14 Seneca’s Native Plant Policy

Planting local indigenous species.

18 remember the removal

The building of the Kinzua Dam.

It’s Time to Dine The western door A Seneca steakhouse.

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Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino offers the ultimate getaway in New York’s Southern Tier Region – home to majestic mountains and a host of outdoor activities, such as hiking in nearby Allegany State Park, skiing just a quick drive away in Ellicottville, N.Y., and so much more. Then, when you’re ready to experience outstanding guest service, make us part of the “great indoors.” Between our AAA Four Diamond Award–winning hotel rooms, gaming, dining, concerts and more, you’ll be entertained for days.

- Gus Tsivikis

At Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino, we just celebrated one year since opening our new property in the heart of Buffalo’s Cobblestone District. Our casino is the perfect complement for a fun trip downtown, especially before or after enjoying the many professional sports teams, theaters, restaurants, and activities along Canalside at Lake Erie – all within walking distance. Stop in, grab a quick drink or bite to eat, and sample some of the latest heart-racing slots and table games. It’s the great Seneca quality you’ve come to expect, now right in downtown Buffalo.

- Jennifer Caruso

It’s an honor to be the new general manager for Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino – Niagara Falls’ top destination for entertainment as well as the area’s only AAA Four Diamond Award– winning resort for nine years and counting.

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- Loren Gill

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The Seneca Nation’s Food Is Our Medicine Project recently participated in a region-wide Farmers Market event. On August 5th, children attending classes of the Early Childhood Learning Centers at the Seneca Nation’s Allegany and Cattaraugus Territories were treated to a reading of Who Grew My Soup?, a whimsical tale of a young boy who refuses to eat until he knows the origin of the vegetables in the soup he’s served for lunch. Beyond the whimsy, however, the book provides an important lesson for young children about the sources of the food they eat.

Readings took place simultaneously outside the Cattaraugus Territory’s William Seneca Building during the Seneca Nation Farmers Market and at Jefferson Park during the Salamanca Farmers Market. Seneca Nation Chief of Staff Maurice John was reader at Cattaraugus and Cindy Mohr, a retired teacher and Seneca member, read in Salamanca. The event was part of the 15th annual National Farmers Market Week, held yearly during the first full week of August.

Participating children received veggie t-shirts and “Veggie Bucks” vouchers to use at either Farmers Market. In keeping with the theme of the book, youngsters were encouraged to buy fresh produce with their Veggie Bucks. Seneca Nation Farmers Market Manager Jodi Oakes said that the event was a great success and estimated that over 200 children took part, along with teachers, staff, parents and other adults.

WHO GREW MY SOUP? The Farmers Market at the Seneca Nation has been in existence since February of 2013 at the Seneca Nation’s Cattaraugus Territory. Market vendors sell fresh produce, organically raised hormone-free meats, dairy products, traditional herbs and spices, and other food items. The Farmers Market is unique among New York State markets in that its focus is on healthy choices in foods, with emphasis on organic meats and fresh fruit and vegetables.

The Farmers Market is an initiative of Food Is Our Medicine (FIOM), an agricultural collaboration of the Seneca Nation and the Seneca Diabetes Foundation.

FIOM’s goal is to restore the health and wellbeing of the Seneca Community by restoring culturally significant Native plant usage and re-establishing a culturallyinformed food system. FIOM projects and events provide Sexneca members with the skills and motivation to grow their own fresh vegetables and, thus, lead a healthier lifestyle. The Farmers Market is continuing FIOM’s goal by providing access to fresh food at a reasonable price.

Activities such as the August 5th reading event underscore FIOM’s special commitment to the children of the Seneca Nation. By investing in the Nation’s children, FIOM hopes to instill in the youngest Seneca members an understanding of – and a commitment to – a lifetime of good health through healthy eating.

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Just Scratching the Surface Barry E. Snyder, Sr. Profile

Career Highlights • Led the creation of high-stakes bingo in the 1970s.

• Became one of the first Senecas to recognize thEpotential for selling gas and tobacco -- without state taxes -- to non-Indians.

• One of the pioneer members of the Original Seneca Party.

• Fought New York State, winning a ruling from the State Court of Appeals stating Senecas were “immune” from taxation.

• Served five terms as president, treasurer, Tribal Councilor and Economic Development Chair.

• Through the Salamanca Settlement Act in 1990, he helped create investment programs of the “Golden Dollars,” that have proven to be of great benefit to the Seneca people.

• Sponsored legislation that called for the increase of the Nation’s Scholarship monies, education opportunities, and expanded services to the Seneca Children.

• Took on and successfully renegotiated then President Cyrus Schindler’s loan deal with developer KT Lim to build the Seneca Niagara Casino saving the Nation $20 million in interest debt.

• Served as the Chairman of the Seneca Gaming Corporation.

• Approved the establishment of the Seneca Commission for Economic to diversify the Nation’s self-sustaining economy.

• Established the Seneca Diabetes Foundation, Food is our Medicine and Senecas Strong to ensure the long-term health of the Seneca people.

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For 50 plus years, Barry E. Snyder, Sr. has been a progressive leader of the Seneca Nation having served five terms as president of the largest of the Iroquois Confederacy of Indian Nations. Guided by Snyder’s leadership and determination, the Seneca Nation has grown to be one of the most economically successful and politically influential in Indian Country.

Growing up with the realities on a rural Indian reservation and graduating from the Thomas Indian School, Snyder was keenly aware of the disparities of life between the Seneca territories and that of its adjoining municipalities. A man of his people, the “People of the Great Hill” as the Senecas are historically known, Snyder learned at an early age a strong sense of family and commitment to the traditions and culture of the Seneca Nation. This self-determination empowered him to live his life by the pillars of the Great Law – Peace, Equity, Justice and a Good Mind - placing the welfare of his people before his own.

Time and time again Snyder’s diplomatic leadership has yielded substantial, favorable outcomes for the Seneca people. Having the vision and wisdom to pursue the interpretation of the Buffalo Creek Treaty and the positive impacts it would have through the sale of tobacco products and petroleum, Snyder created the beginnings of the Nation’s sovereign economy.

Whether it has been the first-time creation of high-stakes bingo on Nation lands in the 1970s, pursuing programs promoting economic self-sufficiency or directing efforts through the Nation’s treasury that generated significant capital investment for familyowned homes throughout the territories, Snyder has been in the forefront of the Nation’s progressive development programs and legislative policies.

Through the Salamanca Settlement Act in 1990, then President Snyder played an important part in creating investment programs that have guided wisely the settlement monies received by the Nation. Once received in 1993, these monies were invested and remain today in protected investments within the Nation’s financial holdings. These monies are regarded as the “Golden Dollars” as the settlement proved to be a great benefit to the Seneca people.

It is this type of careful planning, astute financial analysis, and deft handling of complex matters that has enabled Snyder to develop his own private sector entrepreneurial success. And it is that very success that has encouraged others in shaping successful businesses on the Seneca Territory. Snyder has always been in the forefront and is regarded as being the “Trail Blazer” in business development in the Territories. And it is that very success that has shaped Snyder’s careful and deliberate planning for the many Nation-sponsored programs that have benefited in the past and continue to benefit today all members of the Nation.

Today Snyder has brought the Nation into the 21st Century; poised to move successfully into the future for the next seven generations. He concludes his fifth term as president, his legacy, this November with a sense of pride and accomplishment. He quietly reflected that the Nation is just scratching the surface. “There are bountiful opportunities ahead for our people.”

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Seneca Nation Council is committed to restoring, preserving, and maintaining local indigenous plants that are significant to the culture of the Seneca people and that help to maintain the balance of nature.

Seneca's Native Pl ant policy

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the fall of 2013, the Seneca Nation of Indians unanimously approved a Native Plant Policy ensuring that new landscape planting in public spaces on Seneca lands will be exclusively comprised of local indigenous species. It has long been recognized that continued planting of non-native species poses a significant threat to ecosystems and causes harm to the environment. The current Seneca Nation Council is committed to restoring, preserving, and maintaining local indigenous plants that are significant to the culture of the Seneca people and that help to maintain the balance of nature. Although the new policy applies exclusively to plants in public spaces, owners of private property at the Seneca Nation are encouraged to reintroduce Native species and to remove invasive and introduced Eurasian plants. To guide planting decisions at the Seneca Nation, a Recommended No Planting List, along with lists of Native Plants of Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua Counties, has been formulated.

No other U.S. Native Tribe has established and formally enacted an indigenous plant policy. In doing so, the Seneca Nation has demonstrated its commitment to continuing and expanding efforts to reintroduce native species to Seneca territories. The Seneca Nation and its planting policy can serve as a model for other Native Nations as they work to reintroduce the species that have, for so long, played a secondary role in the life and health of many indigenous peoples.

With this planting policy, the Seneca Nation has taken a substantial step forward in preserving its culture and protecting and maintaining the Seneca Community’s ecological footprint.

This policy has been applauded by Dr. Jeremy Pinto, Research Plant Physiologist and Tribal Nursery Specialist with the Forest Service of the US Department of Agriculture, who has stated: “While it should be well-ingrained in us to preserve and promote the plants that are significant to our respective cultures, a policy like this brings the issues of cultural preservation, invasive species, sustainability, and adaptability to the forefront of everyday management practices in a good way.”

Media sources that have featured information on the Native Plant Policy include ABC News, Fox Business News, The San Diego Union Tribune, the Native Nations Institute at the University of Arizona, and the Indian Country Today Media Network. Dissemination of

By Pat Galeza

information about the Native Plant Policy will provide other Native Nations, as well as non-Native communities, with information and motivation to establish their own indigenous planting policy.

The new planting policy puts an official stamp on the Seneca Nation’s ongoing efforts to reintroduce native species to Seneca territories. To implement the Native Plant Policy, the Seneca Nation has established the position of Groundskeeper. Two Groundskeepers will be responsible for all planting and maintenance duties at the Allegany and Cattaraugus Territories. Each will coordinate a program to beautify the entrances to all public buildings at the territories.

Three recent planting projects have put the new policy into action.

The area surrounding the William Seneca Administration Building at the Cattaraugus Territory has been redesigned to reflect the history of the Seneca Nation. It has become a living narrative of Seneca culture, a demonstration of the intimate connection to the land that has been a source of identity and pride for Seneca people since time immemorial. All Eurasian species have been removed, 446 native trees and shrubs have been planted, and a minimum of 25 different native species have been re-introduced to the landscape. The species that have been included are those that historically supplied the Seneca people with food, medicine, fiber, dyes, tools, and plants used for ceremonies. At the Cattaraugus Territory’s Community Center, Norway Maples are being removed and replaced with Native Sugar Maples, 15 raised beds have been introduced, and canning and youth gardens have been established.

Perhaps the most visible evidence of the Native Plant Policy for the general public has been the plantings within the traffic circle at the intersection of Routes 5 and 20. The newly constructed circle, which directs the flow of traffic for these two heavily traveled roads, now boasts native trees and grasses, including Switch Grass, and wildflowers such as Black-Eyed Susan. Similar plantings can also be seen at the nearby corners. The project was a partnership of the Seneca Nation and the New York State Department of Transportation.

The Native Plant Policy has focused attention – and action – on issues of ecology and Seneca history. It will serve as a guide for Seneca Nation planting choices, as well as a touchstone for other Native Nations wishing to incorporate culturally-informed decisions into their own planting policies.

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REMEM the REMOVAL

The United States Congress authorized the Kinzua Dam and Reservoir Project through the Flood Control Act of 1938, which was amended in 1941 and 1944.

The main purpose of the project was to maintain flood control and low flow augmentation in the Allegany and Ohio River System.

In 1956, the Seneca Nation of Indians, realizing that the dam would inundate 10,000 acres of valuable river-bottom lands on the Allegany Reservation, initiated action to stop construction by carrying the issue to the United States Supreme Court. In 1959, the Supreme Court upheld the power of Congress to condemn the land required for the project.

Following this decision, appeals against the construction of the dam were directed to the public, the Congress, and President John F. Kennedy.

The Presidential letter of August 9, 1961, addressed to Mr. Basil Williams, then President of the Seneca Nation, stated that the Kinzua Project would continue to take every action within their authority to assist the Seneca Nation and its members who had to be relocated in adjusting to the situation.

The Seneca Nation, through various committees, began the process of preparing for the relocation and resettlement of 130 families living within the taking area. The area was to be cleared by October 1, 1964.

Now, twenty years later, it is fitting and proper that this moment in Seneca history be remembered and observed. Remember the Removal day was officially proclaimed on September 29, `1984, and was done in remembrance of those Seneca who relinquished their lands, their homes, and way of life.

Every year sees ceremonies and activities take place on the last Saturday of September, to remind people that Seneca Nation will never forget the events that happened in 1964, when the Kinzua Dam was constructed.

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The award-winning Western Door Steakhouse offers guests a premier dining experience. Enjoy the highest quality steaks and chops – and the freshest seafood flown in daily. In addition to mouthwatering entrées, enjoy the finest selection of wines from the nearby Finger Lakes region of New York State and around the world.

Quick Facts Cuisine: s t e a k h o u s e Features: Highest-quality steaks exceed U.S.D.A. standards for Prime and Choice beef; more than 100 wines from around the world; customized dishes available to meet particular dietary needs; personalized cake for special occasions.

Hours of Operation m o n day & t u e s day : closed w e d n e s day, t h u r s day & s u n day : 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. f r i day & s at u r day : 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. (hours subject to change) Reservations (Strongly Recommended) 1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-873-6322) Location Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino / 777 Seneca Allegany Boulevard / Salamanca, NY 14779

An impeccable dining experience awaits you at The Western Door, with special touches such as: a minimum of two servers per table; foods brought out on a cart; chefs and servers that will gladly de-tail a lobster or cut the meat off the bone, and; a friendly and experienced team that quickly gets to know guests by name as well as their favorite preferences.

Favorite food items for guests at The Western Door at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino go beyond the mouth-watering steaks. Special entrées and desserts of the day, such as crème brûlée, keep regulars coming back to try new chef-inspired creations. Breads, butters, and desserts are made fresh daily in house. Fresh seafood – such as oysters, crab legs, lobster, and clams – is available every night. And the free-range chicken breast is considered by many to be the best-tasting chicken any casino has to offer.

The 146-seat restaurant provides a variety of seating options that can accommodate different occasions – everything from a table next to the fireplace, to seating near a window with mountain views, to a comfy booth in the middle of the room, to a counter seat near the open kitchen for interaction with the chefs. Additionally, a private room in the back with doors can seat up to 24 people.

Sample Menu Items grilled delmonico 24-ounce well-marbled cut of steak, seared to perfection and finished with chipotle honey butter lamB loin chops two pan-seared chops with mint pesto sea scallops sautéed with tequila lime glaze, vegetable slaw, and jalapeño oil smoking shrimp tree coconut-dusted Gulf shrimp, served with pineapple mango salsa and piña colada dipping sauce western door clams casino crab meat, bacon and Havarti cheese

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The Western Door:

A Seneca Steakhouse at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino One of the most romantic places for dinner at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino is its signature steakhouse, The Western Door. Between the extensive wine list, elegant décor and dark wood, and live piano playing on Saturday night that sometimes leads to impromptu slow dancing by guests, there are many factors that make the restaurant perfect for a lovely evening.

The Western Door is known as the region’s premier steakhouse, and was voted “Best Steakhouse”

by Buffalo Spree magazine. It’s the only restaurant in Western New York to offer specially-selected cuts that exceed USDA standards for Prime and Choice beef, with generous portions that are aged for a minimum of 28 days for added flavor and tenderness.

Some of the Western Door’s most flavorful items include filet mignon, surf and turf, clams casino, smoking shrimp tree, and chilled seafood deluxe – which includes chilled lobster tails, shrimp, oysters, clams, and Alaskan king crab. Everything is made fresh daily from scratch recipes, and desserts and breads are baked in-house.

The approach to service sets the Western Door apart: a team of servers will deliver your food from a special cart rather than trays. And, for as elegant as The Western Door can be, it also can be a lively place – especially around the bar with the legendary master bartender, Frank Ryan.

Great service. Premium quality. Incomparable variety. Put all the ingredients together, and you’ve got a recipe for flavorful success at The Western Door.

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Sample Menu Items

Cuisine: Steakhouse

Kansas City Strip 18-ounce bone-in cut

Features: More than 100 wines; signature cocktails and infused spirits at the bar; four large windowed booths overlooking the gaming floor; customized cakes to celebrate special occasions Hours of Operation: Sunday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. (hours subject to change) Reservations: Strongly recommended; call 1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-873-6322)

Kobe Filet Mignon eight-ounce California Wagyu Jumbo Day Boat Scallops smoked spinach, lobster cream Lobster Mac & Cheese smoked cheddar, focaccia bread crumbs Stuffed Peppers Havarti cheese, Italian sausage, smoked cheddar sauce

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Patria

Fans of Patria at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino consider the restaurant to offer the very best dining in Western New York’s Southern Tier Region. Patria’s traditional Italian fare with a contemporary twist is branded as “fine Italian cuisine,” but don’t let that phrase fool you – you’ll feel right at home with the food, service, and prices.

From pasta to seafood to steak, Patria offers Italian food as it should be: unhurried, uncomplicated, and uncompromisingly fresh. Items start at $10 and up, and an average bill per person generally runs in the low $20’s.

A favorite on the entrée menu is veal parmesan. The dish is panseared with bread crumbs and topped with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese and house-made marinara, accompanied with a side of pasta made fresh and in-house. Veal and chicken dishes can be prepared in parmesan, marsala, and piccata styles. Other items on the regular menu include appetizers, soups, salads, pizzas, steaks, seafood, and pastas. Seasonal menu items are available as well.

All dishes at Patria are impeccably prepared and cooked to perfection, adding up to a flawless fine dining experience. So gather around the dinner table for the freshest seafood, hearty pastas and fine wines. It’s an elegant setting, yet you’ll feel extremely comfortable from the moment you set foot in the door – and you’ll leave feeling relaxed and very satisfied.

Sample Menu Items Various appetizers – pizzas, soups, salads, and sides for starters Veal and chicken in parmesan, marsala, and piccata styles Filet Mignon with rosemary parmesan polenta Oven-roasted sea bass with lemon shallot spinach and fennel-scented onion rings

Quick Facts Cuisine: Authentic Italian Features: Seating for up to 140; more than 100 wines from around the world; cozy stone fireplace; stunning hand-done tile work Hours of Operation: Sunday through Tuesday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, closed; Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. (hours subject to change) Reservations: Recommended; call 1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-873-6322)

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At Koi , savor a refreshing take on authentic Asian cuisine as it is fused with a modern approach to dining . Enjoy decadent dishes such as Peking duck , Chuan Juao seafood, steamed sea bass and more. Witness your meal being prepared in the central cooking line and surround yourself in a high - energy e xperience.

Quick Facts Cuisine: a s i a n

fusion

Features: Popular destination for those who enjoy vegetarian or gluten-free cuisine; exhibition kitchen offers excitement; the restaurant is considered to have one of the widest varieties of Asian cuisine in the region Hours of Operation s u n day—t h u r s day : 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. f r i day & s at u r day : 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. (hours subject to change) Koi offers a culinary fusion of foods as diverse as the continent of Asia.

Some examples of the variety of foods on Koi’s menu are sushi (Japan), Dungeness crab (China), Tom Yum soup (Thailand), and pho – a beef noodle soup (Vietnam). Plus, with the Koi Noodle Bar, you can sample savory dishes on the go, such as shumai, congee, noodle soups, and more. A variety of sushi options, including maki rolls, sashimi, and nigiri, are prepared before your eyes.

These and many others unique and tasty dishes at Koi are crafted with passion and care from a team of experienced international chefs.

The food, combined with the mesmerizing décor and sensational smells, creates a memorable dining experience that is not to be missed.

Reservations (Recommended) 1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-873-6322) Location Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino / 310 4th Street / Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Sample Menu Items Peking Duck Sliced duck, scallion, hoisin and Chinese steamed buns Fresh Whole Fish Wok-fried with spicy sauce or steamed with ginger and scallion Cantonese Crispy Noodle Combination of chicken, roast pork and shrimp, stir-fried with vegetables over pan-fried noodles Rainbow Special Maki Roll Sushi with crab meat, tuna, salmon, avocado and cucumber Maggi Beef with Chinese Broccoli Beef sautĂŠed with Maggi soy sauce and basil over Chinese broccoli

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WORLD WONDER�WORLD CLASS

The perfect escape isn’t one thing. It’s many. It’s getting away. And feeling at home. It’s the excitement of something new and unexpected. And the comfort of being treated like you are the only guest.

At Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, it’s all here. And it’s all exceptionally well done here. From the world-class cuts, chops and seafood at The Western Door Steakhouse, to the authentic tastes of Tuscany at la Cascata, and the energized Asian fusion at Koi. From the wonder of the Falls just down the street, the excitement of the Casino Floor and the energy of STIR, to the most luxurious accommodations and the biggest variety of entertainment and activities, we make your escape perfect.

Call 1-877-8-SENECA (873-6322) and book your next reservation. Enjoy a fine selection of wines for 50% OFF at la Cascata and Western Door – Monday through Thursday.

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CASCATA You ’ ll feel comfortable and right at home when you dine at la C ascata – Seneca Niagara Resort & C asino’s authentic Italian restaurant.

Sample Menu Items Seafood Linguine shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, calamari, garlic fennel broth Chicken Parmigiana traditionally prepared, spaghettini, marinara

Pork Porterhouse 20-ounce, cherry risotto, apple chutney, cherry brandy demi-glaze Sea Bass butter poached seasonal vegetables, herbed pesto

Wagyu Beef Carpaccio citrus aioli, Parmigiano Reggiano, arugula, extra virgin olive oil Espresso Mousse amaretto chantilly, orange chutney, chocolate dipped biscotti

Quick Facts Cuisine A u t h e n t ic Ita l i a n Features: Variety of seating options; more than 120 wines; back enclosed room available for private parties; all food items made from scratch

All dishes are made from scratch, and the culinary team painstakingly searches for the very best products to use in the kitchen, such as San Marzano tomatoes for sauces and dailymade soups. They also make it a point to only use recipes from different regions of Italy. La Cascata’s main dishes include a variety of pastas, steaks, and seafood. Some of the choices include lobster ravioli, veal chop parmigiana, an 18-ounce bone-in rib eye, a 20-ounce pork porterhouse, and stuffed chicken breast with prosciutto, sundried tomato, fresh herbs, and garlic cream sauce. More than 120 labels of wines from around the world are available, and qualified wine experts can help guests choose the perfect bottle or glass for dinner.

La Cascata roughly translates to “waterfall” or “cascade” – a fitting name, given its close proximity to the nearby world-famous Niagara Falls. Inside the restaurant, rich, dark wood paneling provides accents to the bright yellow walls, jade-encrusted lighting fixtures, and blue wavy tiles amongst stately tables with pressed tablecloths. Nearby at the front of the restaurant is a fireplace and dimly-lit circular booths, including a separate oversized booth that easily seats more than a dozen guests and overlooks the master wine displays. In addition, a back oval-shaped room with enclosed doors seats up to 32 guests and can double as a space for private parties, office meetings, and special celebrations upon request.

So when it’s time to dine, get ready to feel like “family” at la Cascata. Mangia!

Hours of Operation: Th u r s day, S u n day a n d M o n day 5 p.m. to 10 p.m Tu e s day a n d W e d n e s day closed F r i day a n d S at u r day 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. (hours subject to change) Reservations: Strongly recommended; call 1-877-8-SENECA (1-877-873-6322) Location: Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino / 310 4th Street / Niagara Falls, NY 14303

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Sample Menu Items

The City of Buffalo and Western New York are known for many things, but especially good food. If you’re looking for a true taste of Buffalo, look no further than Buffalo Savors Grill – Franco’s buffalo style pizza the one-of-a-kind restaurant at Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino.

Made with hometown ingredients Buffalo is the birthplace of the chicken wing, which is now famous worldwide. Beef-on-weck, which features thinly sliced roast beef with au jus on a salted kummelweck roll, is another regional staple.

Unique desserts pay tribute to ethnic heritage, particularly the area’s large Polish-American population. These favorites and more – made directly by the local experts – are yours to mix and match at Buffalo Savors Grill.

Grab food to go, or have a seat in the cushioned booths as you overlook the gaming floor action. You can even enjoy one of 10 tabletop video poker units as you dine. Some of the menu items include: beef-on-weck sandwiches from Charlie the Butcher; Italian sandwiches with Ilio DiPaolo’s family-recipe sauces; pizza from Franco’s Pizza; desserts from Chrusciki Bakery, and; artisan-crafted gelato from Sweet Melody’s.

And be sure to try chicken wings from Duff ’s Famous Wings; recent recipient of three First Place Awards in in the Restaurant Sauce Off Competition at this year’s National Chicken Wing Festival. Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino, a co-sponsor of the festival, represented Duff ’s Famous wings, and made a clean sweep of the traditional sauce categories beating out more than two dozen local and national restaurants.

You won’t find any place like Buffalo Savors Grill in Western New York, except at Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino. Enjoy the region’s best foods, all in one location.

Ten Chicken Wings Tossed with Duff ’s Award Winning famous Buffalo-born sauce Charlie the Butcher’s beef top round Slow roasted, thinly sliced and piled high on a kummelweck roll Sahlen’s hot dogs Grilled and served on a fresh hometown Costanzo’s roll

Quick Facts Cuisine: a m e r i c a n Features: Buffalo’s best food brands in one location; seating for 102 Hours of Operation s u n day—t h u r s day : 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. f r i day & s at u r day : 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. (hours subject to change) Reservations Not Needed Location Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino / 1 Fulton Street / Buffalo, NY 14204

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The perfect escape isn’t one thing. It’s many. It’s getting away. And feeling at home.

It’s the excitement of something new and unexpected. And the comfort of being treated like you are the only guest.

At Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino, it’s all here. And it’s all exceptionally well done here.

From the serenity of the surrounding hills to the action and excitement of the casino floor, the most luxurious accommodations, the finest dining experience and the biggest variety of local attractions and activities, we make your escape perfect.

Rates start at just $95 per night! Call 1-877-8-SENECA (873-6322) or go online to SenecaCasinos.com and plan your getaway today. Mention promo code TODAY and save 10% on your next stay.

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Live performers, bevertainers, luxurious booths, stunning visual effects and open views from the newly redesigned casino floor... it’s all at STIR, Niagara Falls’ premier bar and lounge. STIR offers the perfect mix of high-energy nightlife and entertainment, topped off with a massive 43-foot high-definition screen unlike any other. It’s a place where live music rocks and you can stay young on the dance floor.

Located in the southwest corner of the main gaming floor at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, STIR features a collection of sights, sounds, and tastes that will thrill the senses. One look around – especially at the big screen – makes it clear that this is not your typical gathering spot.

With crystal clarity and a slight curve that allows viewing from the entire main gaming floor, the high-definition screen is the largest of its kind inside a North American casino. During the day, guests can enjoy their favorite music videos being played. At night with live entertainment, mesmerizing animated graphics add energy to the musical experience. And, on special occasions, the screen will televise major live sporting events.

Guests can enjoy signature cocktails served by bevertainers who are as talented as they are beautiful. Expect the unexpected from them – whether it’s a random breaking out into song, dance, or even comedy.

A large circular bar with lounge seats and 21 tabletop video gaming units helps create an entertainment hub within the world-class resort. Twelve low-back booths put you right in the heart of the excitement where STIR and the gaming floor meet, while eight high-back booths provide a more intimate atmosphere. Be sure to also ask about premium bottle service for you and your friends.

Quick Facts Features: Largest high-definition screen (43 feet) inside a North American casino; 21 video poker tabletop units available around the circular center bar; live entertainment every weekend from bands throughout the Northeast; bottle service available Live Entertainment t h u r s day— s at u r day : Evenings s at u r day & s u n day : Afternoons (hours subject to change) Hours of Operation 7 day s a w e e k : 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (hours subject to change) Location Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino / 310 4th Street / Niagara Falls, NY 14303

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Sample Menu Items Man Overboard STIR-tini Coconut flavored rum, melon liqueur, pineapple, grenadine, blue curacao The Lava Lamp Orange flavored vodka, Chambord, cranberry juice, orange juice Stir Rum Runner Light rum, dark rum, blackberry brandy, banana liqueur, pineapple, grenadine, and lime Wine, Beers & Champagnes Including Dom Perignon & Cristal

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Stixx Sports Bar

When it’s time to watch a great sports game or to simply catch up with friends in downtown Buffalo, Stixx Sports Bar is the place to be.

Located in the middle of Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino, Stixx Sports Bar includes six 46-inch TVs suspended high around a center bar, which is adorned with hockey and lacrosse sticks – representing two nearby professional sports teams. Another six 46-inch TVs are along the side walls, and the back of the bar features four 55-inch screens in a square that can operate as one giant TV. The drink menu includes signature cocktails with sports-themed names like The Enforcer and The Winger. Hometown beers are on tap, and there are plenty of premium and domestic bottles as well.

Wines and champagne are also available. Plus, guests can order food from the nearby Buffalo Savors Grill and enjoy the region’s favorite foods right at the bar.

High-top seating around the bar and four plush semicircular booths provide fantastic views of both the surrounding gaming floor and all the action on the big screens. Undulating rich colors of lighting provides a chic, modern look and sets a fun tone for all types of crowds.

Whether it’s for a night out or part of a quick stop while enjoying Buffalo’s nearby destinations, Stixx Sports Bar will provide the fun and drinks that are befitting of a great sports city.

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Sample Menu Items The Enforcer – Crown Royal, Chambord, cranberry juice and a splash of Red Bull The Face-Off – Ketel One vodka, Southern Comfort, pineapple juice, orange juice and grenadine The Winger – SKYY vodka martini with Chambord and a splash of cranberry juice Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon Armand De Brignac Brut Craft drafts featuring McSorley’s, Southern Tier, Pearl Street Brewery, Flying Bison

quick facts Features: Sports-themed bar to catch all of the gaming action; 19 video poker tabletop units available around the center seats Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 a.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 a.m. (hours subject to change)

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Fire Lounge +casino bar Seneca A llegany Resort & C asino offers t wo comfortable locations to enjoy premium cocktails and delicious beers on tap while taking a break from the main gaming floor: Fire Lounge and C asino Bar .

Fire Lounge offers a colorful, brightly lit retreat with high-top bar seating and lounge chairs around small tables for great conversation. Hometown brews are on tap, specialty cocktails are available, and plenty of flat-screen televisions give everyone a view of the latest sports action. Additionally, a food menu offers a variety of soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, and desserts. Fire Lounge is located right at the top of escalator on the second floor, near The Western Door and Three Sisters Café.

Casino Bar is located in the heart of Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino’s gaming floor near the table games, and offers a vibrant gathering place for drinks and live entertainment. Catch the game on the flat screens, rock out to live music, or simply sit back and enjoy the view from the center of the excitement.

Sample Menu Items Strip Steak Sandwich – chargrilled 12-ounce New York strip steak piled high with mushrooms, onions, and provolone cheese, served open face on a hard roll Nacho Grande – tortilla chips topped with zesty taco meat, nacho cheese sauce, jalapeños, tomatoes, black olives, salsa, and sour cream Warm Brownie Ice Cream Parfait Western Door Bloody Mary – ABSOLUT vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, and horseradish; garnished with a lemon wedge, olive, and shrimp Incredibly Berry Margarita – Sauza Gold tequila, ABSOLUT Raspberri, Chambord, cranberry juice, sour mix, and fresh berries Variety of champagnes, wines, beers, martinis, cognacs, whiskeys, Bloody Mary drinks, margaritas, ports, cordials, and specialty cocktails

Quick Facts Features: Casino Bar features flat-screen televisions and video poker table-top units for added excitement; Fire Lounge provides open views of the entire second floor of the resort, which is home to a variety of signature restaurants Live Entertainment at Casino Bar: Friday and Saturday evenings; Saturday and Sunday late afternoons (subject to change) Hours of Operation (Casino Bar): Seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 4 a.m. (hours subject to change) Hours of Operation (Fire Lounge): Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. to midnight; Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. (hours subject to change) Location: Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino / 777 Seneca Allegany Boulevard / Salamanca, NY 14779

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NIKKI GLASER THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 AT 8 PM

TICKETS ONLY $20

You’ve seen her on MTV’s Nikki and Sarah LIVE, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Conan, @Midnight, and her own Comedy Central special. Now catch Nikki Glaser deliver the fresh, witty, and not-so-PC humor that’s made her one of the hottest comics on the scene today. Catch Nikki at The Bear’s Den at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.

SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY & THE ASBURY JUKES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes have been making music and influencing people, such as Bruce Springsteen, since the early ’70s. Now they’re bringing their universal good-time sound to a different shore – Lake Erie. They bring both the purebred Monmouth County musical roots and soul of The Shore to the stage. A night with Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes is one that will leave you dancin’ into the night and beyond.

LEWIS BLACK THE RANT IS DUE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 AT 7 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

You’ll only be angry at yourself if you miss this special appearance by stand-up comedian Lewis Black. He’s a two-time Grammy Award winner, best-selling author, and prolific playwright who delivers his sarcastic, finger-pointing rants to sellout audiences worldwide. Come see his unique brand of humor for one performance only as he takes aim at the countless absurdities he finds in life.

You’ve seen him on The Daily Show, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and The Late Show with David Letterman – now experience his rant for yourself.

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JOHN HIATT SOLO AND ACOUSTIC SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

If there is such a thing as a living cult music king, he looks a lot like John Hiatt. For more than four decades, this singer/songwriter has been laying tracks to the acclaim of critics and his contemporaries. Now you have the chance to see him in person. His versatility has impressed living legends who’ve picked up and performed his songs for years, and now he comes to The Bear’s Den Showroom for an exclusive and intimate solo acoustic show. Hear musical masterpieces such as “Have a Little Faith In Me,” “Memphis In The Meantime,” and “Cry Love” from the Grammy nominated, AMA Award-winning icon himself. Catch this cult hero while you can, because he never stops movin’ along, makin’ music as he goes.

NICK DIPAOLO THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23 AT 8 PM

TICKETS ONLY $20

His red-faced, raucous takes regarding history, politics, religion, culture and trends have made him a regular on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and a star of a Comedy Central series. Ranked one of the top 100 stand-up comics of all time, he delivers his comically keen insights and amusingly astute observations unlike any other.

An evening with this one-of-a-kind comedian, author and social critic is sure to be acutely entertaining.

AN EVENING WITH

MARC COHN

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

Experience the soul-stirring, Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter whose singles had everyone talking, tributes had everyone reminiscing, and smooth style and overwhelming emotion left a mark on everyone listening.

Revel in favorites such as “Walking in Memphis” and enjoy iconic hits like Cat Stevens’ “Wild World.” With depth and verve in equal measure, an evening with Marc Cohn promises to be an occasion with heart and soul.

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DAVID SPADE MY FAKE PROBLEMS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25 AT 8 PM TICKETS START AT $25 His original, sarcastic takes and smart-aleck observations won him a spot on the cast of Saturday Night Live, paired up with pal Chris Farley for the acclaimed films Tommy Boy and Black Sheep, and earned Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for the show Just Shoot Me! Now, he’s back where it all began – the stage. Seize this opportunity to see the snarky Spade with a new tour and all-new material.

THOMPSON SQUARE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26 AT 5 PM

TICKETS START AT $25

It takes that special something to be a top-notch act in the music biz, and this dynamic duo has that special ingredient in spades, or maybe hearts.

An award-winning country music pair both on and off the stage, Keifer and Shawna Thompson bring an extraordinary chemistry to songwriting and performing. Share an evening with them and enjoy country hits such as “Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not,” “If I Didn’t Have You,” and “I Got You.”

JIM BREUER THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30 AT 8 PM

TICKETS ONLY $20

Experience the off-the-wall humor of a seasoned stand-up pro that has been leaving audiences red-faced for decades. Named one of the “100 Greatest Stand-Up Comedians of All Time” by Comedy Central, he’s gone from being the legendary “Goat Boy” on SNL to starring with Dave Chappelle in HalfBaked. Now he brings his spot-on impressions and unrivaled stage charisma to The Bear’s Den Showroom.

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THUNDERHAND JOE AND THE MEDICINE SHOW SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1

TICKETS START AT $20

Celebrate Native American culture and be dazzled by the premier Native American rock band, Thunderhand Joe and The Medicine Show. The powerhouse backbone of the Native American band Redbone, Thunderhand Joe dazzled fans for decades. Now he has his own band and his own brand of rock & roll that paints lyrical pictures that spans the Nations, legends and music genres. A night with this unique band will leave you mesmerized.

COLIN JOST THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 AT 8 PM

TICKETS ONLY $20

See rising funnyman Colin Jost leave the audience at The Bear’s Den Showroom breathless with laughter! Renowned for his gut-busting turns as writer and performer on stages from Saturday Night Live to Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, he’s honed his entertainment chops alongside comedy’s greats.

Don’t miss his blend of comedic timing, deadpan wit and off-the-moment satire at this evening that’s sure to leave you rolling in the aisles!

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 AT 7 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

No discussion of music royalty is complete without the name Engelbert Humperdinck. Who else could amass 63 gold and 24 platinum records over a nearly half-century-long career, yet remain relevant with appearances on multiple MTV shows? Bring your special someone and let Engelbert serenade you through the decades – from the timeless ballads of “Release Me” and “The Last Waltz”, to duets from his 2014 album, Engelbert Calling.

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ROGER HODGSON BREAKFAST IN AMERICA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

Experience a memorable evening with the legendary singer/ songwriter and unmistakable former voice of Supertramp, Roger Hodgson. Enjoy iconic hits of the ’70s and ’80s such as “Give a Little Bit,” “Take the Long Way Home,” “The Logical Song,” “Dreamer,” and “Breakfast In America.” Be whisked away by one of the most recognizable voices in rock history.

COCO MONTOYA SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $20

This soulful bluesman’s long and illustrious career has taken him from mentor to master. As a member of the iconic blues band the Bluesbreakers, he walked in the footsteps of other six-string blues legends the likes of Eric Clapton, Peter Green and Mick Taylor. Now he’s pulling up his tour bus and plugging in and bringing his hot, smooth, soulful sound that is sure to turn up the heat and bring down the house.

BRENT MORIN THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 AT 8 PM

TICKETS ONLY $20

Getting his start getting coffee for Conan, he’s now making guest appearances, sitting alongside him and cracking jokes. See the star of the NBC show, Undateable, in the intimate 400-seat Bear’s Den Showroom.

Spend a night hearing for yourself his hilarious self-deprecating humor that will take you from high school embarrassments to adult awkwardness. This multi-talented writer, actor and comedian promises a night of pure amusement.

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NATIVE AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 AT 7 PM

TICKETS START AT $15

Celebrate the harmonies and heritage of Native American music at this award show that’s unlike any other. Pay homage to a culture steeped in equal parts tradition and evolution with dynamic performances from a wealth of incredible performers. Honoring established and promising talent alike, and fostering pride in a uniquely compelling music scene, this year’s event promises to be an opportunity to cherish the gift of Native American music.

MICKY DOLENZ OF THE MONKEES FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

There’s no monkeying around here, he’s a true and natural talent and we’re all believers. Revisit an iconic time of great change, great triumph and great music with the lead singer and drummer of the most famous band in television history, The Monkees. Be treated to classic tracks such as “Daydream Believer” and “Last Train To Clarksville,” sung by an iconic one-of-a-kind star.

WILLIAMS & REE

THE INDIAN AND THE WHITE GUY

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $15

One of the longest running comedy/music duos, Williams & Ree, aka The Indian and The White Guy, have been touring and performing across North America to crowds that are looking for something different for decades. Politically incorrect and proud of it, this act will treat you to pure hilarity as they play off stereotypes and leave you laughing. An evening with Williams & Ree is sure to be a fresh dose of pure funny.

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BILL ENGVALL SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 AT 5 PM

TICKETS START AT $25

He’s cracked up audiences for decades as a member of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, and now he comes to Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino.

Known for his signature “Here’s your sign” comedy bit, he’ll point out everyday absurdities that will leave you scratching your head while rubbing your cheeks.

An evening with the comedy star from the Lone Star State guarantees Texassized laughs and observations sharp as spurs, and that’s no bull.

MICHAEL CHE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20 AT 8 PM

TICKETS ONLY $20

This is your chance to catch a comedy star on the rise. Named one of the top “10 Comics to Watch” by Variety and one of “The 50 Funniest People”

by Rolling Stone, Manhattan-bred Michael Che found success in his backyard writing for SNL. A pure stand-up pro, he’s now the newest correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. An evening in The Bear’s Den Showroom with Michael Che promises pure, fresh and keen comedy.

BOBBY HENDRICKS’ DRIFTERS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 8 PM TICKETS START AT $25 For one special night, the ’50s are coming to Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Enjoy the group that associates with good times and great feelings – Bobby Hendricks’ Drifters. Sit back and feel like you just rolled up, rolled down the window and turned up the stereo with songs that are the soundtrack of an era when everything was polished to perfection.

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STEVE MILLER BAND FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 8 PM TICKETS START AT $40 This band, simply put, is no joke. See the classic Bay Area rock band that was responsible for an impressive string of hits that practically defined the late ’70s. Take flight and experience the classic rock band that’s still going strong after four decades and hear iconic tracks such as “The Joker,” “Rock‘n Me,” “Fly Like An Eagle,” and, who knows, maybe even “Take The Money And Run.” Simply put, a not-to-be missed show.

LYNYRD SKYNYRD SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 AT 7 PM TICKETS START AT $40 See the iconic southern rockers that rose from the ashes to soar once again. The one-of-a-kind rock legends and Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductees picked up after tragedy and still packs a punch after all these years.

Sounding as iconic as ever, they perform classic tracks that need little more introduction than one chord.

DIANA KRALL SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 AT 8 PM

TICKETS START AT $35

Witness a modern day jazz great and musical force in person.

The dazzling Diana Krall has sold more albums than any other woman in jazz over the last 30 years, winning five Grammys, charting eight Billboard number-one albums and earning seven multi-platinum albums along the way. Now, hear her renditions of classics such as “California Dreaming,” “Desperado,” and many more. An evening with this multi-talented musical force is simply not to be missed.

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LORRIE MORGAN WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3 AT 2 PM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 AT 2 PM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 AT 8 PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT 8 PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 AT 2 PM TICKETS START AT $10 From the moment she first stepped into the lights on the most hallowed stage in country music, Lorrie Morgan has been filling the footsteps of legends. A pure pioneer, she’s the youngest ever member of the Grand Ole Opry, charted numerous hits such as “Five Minutes,” “Something In Red” and “Watch Me” and blazed a trail for other women of country to confidently fill the spotlight. Share an evening you won’t soon forget with a true Nashville natural.

THE DEANA MARTIN CHRISTMAS SHOW WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 AT 2 PM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 AT 2 PM & 8 PM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 AT 8 PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 AT 2 PM & 8 PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 AT 2 PM TICKETS START AT $15 Add some stardust to your holidays this year with a one-of-a-kind, versatile vocalist that comes from pure entertainer lineage.

Enjoy an exclusive, not-to-be-missed Christmas show with Deana Martin, the daughter of Dean Martin, and leave starry-eyed after a dazzling night of standards from the Great American Songbook along with Christmas classics.

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Strictly Hip | 4 PM – 8 PM FOOTBALL | 8:25 PM – 11:30 PM DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10 PM – 2 AM

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

Dianne Ryder Band | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sherrie Gold & Overdrive | 10 PM – 2 AM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18

Kathy Carr | 1 PM – 5 PM Dianne Ryder Band | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sherrie Gold & Overdrive | 10 PM – 2 AM Total Eclipse | 9:30 PM – 1 AM

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23 STIRSDAY

Soul Express | 4 PM – 8 PM FOOTBALL | 8:25 PM – 11:30 PM DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10 PM – 2 AM

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24

Orient Express | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dal Bouey | 10 PM – 2 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25

Sara Dell | 1 PM – 5 PM Lady Kane | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dal Bouey | 10 PM – 2 AM

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30 STIRSDAY

Soul Committee | 4 PM – 8 PM FOOTBALL | 8:25 PM – 11:30 PM DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Pauly & The Goodfellas | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Pilots | 10 PM – 2 PM

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Strictly Hip | 4 PM – 8 PM FOOTBALL | 8:25 PM – 11:30 PM DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Total Eclipse | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dal Bouey | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Andy De Campos | 1 PM – 5 PM Total Eclipse | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dal Bouey | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Soul Express | 4 PM – 8 PM FOOTBALL | 8:25 PM – 11:30 PM DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Orient Express | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sherrie Gold & Overdrive | 10 PM – 2 PM

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Kathy Carr | 1 PM – 5 PM Lady Kane | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sherrie Gold & Overdrive | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Pauly & The Goodfellas | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Virginia Wolfe | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Janice Mitchell | 1 PM – 5 PM Pauly & The Goodfellas | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Virginia Wolfe | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Strictly Hip | 4 PM – 8 PM FOOTBALL | 8:25 PM – 11:30 PM DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10 PM – 2 AM

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12

Serieux | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dianne Ryder Band | 10 PM – 2 AM

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13

Sara Dell | 1 PM – 5 PM Serieux | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dianne Ryder Band | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Soul Express | 4p-8p R&B FOOTBALL | 8:25-11:30 DJ Nicholas Picholas | 10p-2a DJ

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Orient Express | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dal Bouey | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Andy De Campos | 1 PM – 5 PM Total Eclipse | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Dal Bouey | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Sound Parade | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Lady Kane | 10 PM – 2 PM

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Kathy Carr | 1 PM – 5 PM Sound Parade | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Lady Kane | 10 PM – 2 AM

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Orient Express | 1 PM – 5 PM Sherrie Gold & Overdrive | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Serieux | 10 PM – 2 AM

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OUR BLOGGERS CHOOSE THEIR FAVORITE WINGS CHARLIE FASHANA

BAR BILL » East Aurora

“This place is a small but legendary part of a great southtown. You’ll be enamored by the cozy atmosphere, charmed by the staff, and delighted by the care that goes into the preparation.

But once the food arrives you’ll likely pay no attention to those graces!”

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DUFF’S » Multiple locations “The wings are not too meaty with just the right amount of crunch, and you can get them any way you want, whether it’s texture (regular, crispy, extra crispy) or flavor (mild, mild-medium, medium-hot, hot, super hot, death, and Armageddon) – not to mention a couple of specialty flavors.

The fries are thin and crispy, the bleu cheese is the right consistency and flavor, and you can even grab a few other Buffalo eats, such as beef on weck.”

JAY JOSKER

DWYER’S PUB » North Tonawanda

“Dwyer’s Pub is king of the wing. With upwards of 30 different sauces, including Wasabi Plum and Strawberry BBQ, they’ve got the cure for every craving.”

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GABRIEL’S GATE » Buffalo

“The ‘Gate’s’ wings are a perfect combination of size, sauce, flavor and crispness, and if you’re a true heat-seeker like I am give the Suicide Hot with Cajun Dry Rub a whirl.

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S WE CELEBRATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF BUFFALO’S MOST FAMOUS AND BELOVED CULTURAL EXPORT, it behooves us to look back at how it all started. One of America’s classic side dishes, bar foods and big game staples was the result of a mother’s inspired brainstorming in the kitchen of a Main Street restaurant.

It was a typical Friday night in 1964 for Teressa Bellissimo. She was nearing the end of her shift at The Anchor Bar, the restaurant she co-owned. Her son Dominic was tending bar. But when a group of Dominic’s friends piled into the joint around closing time, bemoaning their empty stomachs, Teressa was presented with a problem. Nothing remaining in the kitchen could be prepared quickly.

Instead of giving up, Bellissimo got creative. She grabbed the wing-shaped parts of chicken that she usually used for soup stock, tossed them in the fryer, and coated them in hot sauce. Those hungry pals of Dominic’s became the very first people on Earth to enjoy Buffalo wings.

Where others would have seen an empty kitchen, Teressa Bellissimo saw an opportunity. Through a combination of creativity and a resilient attitude, she created something truly one-of-a-kind and made an indelible mark on American

WHAT’S BREWING IN BUFFALO Wash down those wings with some Buffalo-brewed beers! A robust beer scene has emerged in the Queen City.

Pearl Street Grill and Brewery www.buffalobrewerydistrict.com/pearl Pan American Grill & Brewery www.buffalobrewerydistrict.com/panam Flying Bison Brewery www.flyingbison brewing.com Blue Monk www.bmbflo.com Community Beer Works www.communitybeerworks.com Gene McCarthy’s www.genemccarthys.com Buffalo Brew Pub www.buffalobrewpub.com Hamburg Brewing Co. www.hamburgbrewing.com

cuisine. Many Buffalonians share Bellissimo’s personality traits. This is a city that refused to give in to the typical Rust

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instead. A city that understands that yesterday’s soup stock is today’s inspiration – preserving historical monuments and breathtaking architecture, and nurturing communities around them. A city that welcomes visitors with open arms and incredible menus, no matter what time you show up.

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BUFFALO TRANSPORTATION PIERCE-ARROW MUSUEM

Resurgence www.resurgencebrewing.com Riverworks Brewing Co. www.buffalobrewerydistrict.com/ riverworks Rusty Nickel Brewing Co. www.rustynickelbrewing.com

“Top class motor museum”

“I was knocked out by this museum...make sure you get there for when they open the section housing the Frank Lloyd Wright filling station.

Reviewed by Martin950, a TripAdvisor traveler Farnham, United Kingdom » July 10, 2014

BEYOND BEER If you prefer spirits instead, Lockhouse Distillery opened in 2013 as Buffalo’s first distillery since Prohibition!

Lockhouse Distillery www.lockhousedistillery.com Black Squirrel Distillery (opening summer 2014) www.blacksquirreldistillery.com

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6:00 am » AMY’S PLACE

10:00 am » BETTY’S

3234 MAIN STREET, BUFFALO

370 VIRGINIA STREET, BUFFALO

Start off your day with a hearty, delicious, inexpensive breakfast at this Lebanese restaurant in the University District. www.amysplacebuffalo.com

If anywhere could inspire thoughts of a second breakfast, it’s the Betty’s brunch menu. www.bettysbuffalo.com

12:00 pm LLOYD TACO TRUCK VARIOUS LOCATIONS

Check @whereslloyd on Twitter to find this gem of a mobile eatery that features fresh, local ingredients. www.whereslloyd.com

24 HOURS OF BUFFALO EATS

3:00 pm » NIAGARA CAFE I know, you’re feeling full still.

But just have a bite of the roasted chicken at this authentic Puerto Rican joint.

You will believe in magic.

Order a charcoal-broiled dog with “the works” and you’ll understand why this Buffalo institution is still going strong after 87 years. www.tedshotdogs.com

of restaurant options for every palate. Here’s an itinerary to fill an entire day and night with

6:00 pm » TORO TAPAS BAR 492 ELMWOOD AVENUE, BUFFALO

The best place for dinner after a day stuffing your gullet is the place that has turned small portions into an art form. No matter how much, or how little, you order, you’re going to feel fulfilled. www.torotapasbar.com

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VARIOUS LOCATIONS

The Queen City offers hundreds

some of Buffalo’s best food.

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8:00 pm » TED'S HOT DOGS

TORO TAPAS BAR

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It’s always time to eat in Buffalo!

12:00 am » FOUNDING FATHERS 75 EDWARD STREET, BUFFALO

Be sure to stop into this wonderfully welcoming pub, with walls covered in pictures of presidents.

Nurse a drink and lock eyes with James Monroe.

Founding Fathers also offers free popcorn and nachos to nighttime patrons and serves a variety of excellent sandwiches. www.foundingfatherspub.com

4:30 am » JIM’S STEAKOUT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

The bars in Buffalo are open until four a.m.

That is not a typo. And if you do run the gauntlet and make it to last call, this haven of fried and greasy goodness is your reward. www.jimssteakout.com

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PA RK YO U R S EL F I N BU F FA LO. Nearby Delaware Park is just the beginning of Frederick Law Olmsted’s extensive parks and parkways system.

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Wright On! Frank Lloyd Wright’s Buffalo Legacy

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That spirit of preservation explains the wealth of Frank Lloyd Wright treasures you’ll find in our neighborhoods. When Buffalo executive Darwin D. Martin needed an architect for the new office building of his employer, the Larkin Soap Company, he hit the jackpot when he landed 36-yearold Wright. Buffalo’s landscape would FRANK LLOYD never look the same. Wright designed a WRIGHT stunning office building for Martin – the Larkin Administration Building, sadly demolished in 1950 – but he didn’t stop there. Buffalo is full of Wrightdesigned structures, including the Darwin Martin House (a triumph of Wright’s Prairie style) in North Buffalo, the Blue Sky Mausoleum at Forest Lawn Cemetery, the lakeside Graycliff home where the Martins spent their summers, and the Fontana Boathouse. Few places have as many beautifully preserved examples of Wright operating at the top of his game.

And in 2014, a filling station first designed by Wright in 1927 but never realized will finally come to fruition at the Buffalo Transportation Pierce-Arrow Museum.

Amazingly, that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Buffalo’s architecture scene.

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A TOWERING MASTERPIECE The towers of the Richardson Olmsted Complex are icons of Buffalo’s 19th century architectural boom. The complex is in the midst of a massive renovation.

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FANTASTIC FLORA At the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, you can experience floral wonders in a tri-domed glass conservatory, built in 1900 by Lord & Burnham on grounds designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. www.buffalogardens.com

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BUFFALO AND ERIE COUNTY BOTANICAL GARDENS

“This is a Botanical Masterpiece”

“The collection of plants is amazing, and attractively displayed.”

Reviewed by Jake S., a TripAdvisor traveler » Springfield, OH » July 19, 2013

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BUFFALO BY BUS Open-Air Autobus crafts a variety of exciting, comprehensive and educational autobus tours that go way beyond Buffalo’s greatest hits, taking you deeper into the city’s neighborhoods and more thoroughly into its past. www.openairbuffalo.org

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Around here, the sights aren’t all that’s unique – the ways you can see them are pretty amazing too. Take a Segway Tour of the Elmwood Village and North Buffalo; a bike tour along the waterfront; a kayak tour that lets you see downtown from the most stunning perspectives; or a narrated harbor cruise that gives you deep historical and architectural insight, from the waterways that made our city legendary. And if you build up an appetite along the way, try a Buffalo Bites Food Tour. www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/tours

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“Just an amazing place ... incredible that so much of the campus has been preserved.”

Reviewed by Mikaman185, a TripAdvisor traveler Bethlehem, PA » September 11, 2013

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“Fantastic History!”

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2. Print shop manager Chris Fritton printing a poster on a Vandercook proof press.

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This fall, the Buffalo History Museum will become the permanent home for Russert’s workspace, which has been an exhibit called Inside Tim Russert’s Office: If it’s Sunday, it’s Meet The Press at Washington D.C.’s

Newseum for the last several years. Russert’s love for Western New York is apparent in his office, which includes memorabilia from his favorite team, the Buffalo Bills. The history museum plans to expand the Newseum’s display and create an exhibit that captures the story of Tim’s Buffalo years. Russert described how his Buffalo childhood shaped his values and worldview in his 2004 memoir, Big Russ and Me.

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CANALSIDE (1) » There are so many ways to experience this waterfront playground, from big-time summer concerts to walking through old warships at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park. Kayak or water bike down the Buffalo River in the shadow of the Queen City’s grain elevators, or enjoy a ride from Canalside to the bike trails of the outer harbor on the Queen City Ferry. The Central Wharf, adjacent to the 189-year-old Western terminus of the Erie Canal, hosts hundreds of events each summer, from historical tours to puppeteers and yoga classes. www.canalsidebuffalo.com

caps or watching a ball game, you’ll be close to a historical landmark, architectural wonder or vibrant renovation project www.buffaloplace.com ANCHOR BAR » Celebrate 50 years of wings at the restaurant that started it all. www.anchorbar.com CHEF’S » A legendary Buffalo Italian restaurant with heaping portions at reasonable prices. www.ilovechefs.com CITY HALL » Travel to the top of this Art Deco wonder for one of the best views around. www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/city-hall A T R AV E L E R ’S R E V I E W

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“An Absolute Must See When in Buffalo” “The view from the observation tower is breathtaking.”

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HOTEL @ THE LAFAYETTE (2) » Step back into the grandeur of the early 20th century at this stunningly renovated hotel, designed in 1904 by Louise Blanchard Bethune – the first woman to be elected to the American Institute of Architects. www.thehotellafayette.com

COLORED MUSICIANS CLUB & MUSEUM » Billie Holiday and Miles Davis played their hearts out in this building’s still-functioning second-floor club, and last year, an interactive museum honoring the club’s history opened on the first floor. www.coloredmusiciansclub.org

COCA-COLA FIELD » Catch a Bisons game at one of minor league baseball’s undisputed gems. www.bisons.com

NEW ERA CAP » The global headquarters of the official on-field cap of Major League Baseball is right on Delaware Avenue, complete with a retail store. www.neweracap.com

CHIPPEWA STREET » The hub of downtown’s nightlife scene, it features a bustling selection of bars, restaurants and nightclubs.

THEATRE DISTRICT » Anchored by the opulent Shea’s Performing Arts Center, it features several theatres that bring in world-class plays and musicals year-round. www.tdaofwny.com

PEARL STREET GRILL & BREWERY

Great beer, hearty food, an energized atmosphere. Did we mention great beer? www.buffalobrewerydistrict.com/pearl See the pull-out section at the end of this guide for a map of downtown.

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HIS CLUSTER OF BUSINESSES AND RESTAURANTS SOUTHEAST OF downtown has been one of Buffalo’s most compelling neighborhood revivals of the last decade. Since its grand opening in June 2012, Larkin Square lies at the heart of Larkinville, the site of the former Larkin Soap Company warehouse buildings. This open public space provides a backdrop of colorful furniture amongst whimsical architecture, where community gatherings are filled with food, music and fun abound. Whether you’re interested in seeing our revitalized neighborhood, stopping by for a bite, or coming to enjoy the outdoors under a canopy, Larkin Square is one of the most unique spaces in Western New York with something for everyone.

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Come for the coffee . . . stay to admire how owner Prish Moran transformed the once vacant Victorian building into a neighborhood gathering spot. www.sweetness7.com

WEST SIDE BAZAAR (4) Immigrants from around the world who call Buffalo’s West Side home sell wares and traditional foods from their home countries here. www.westsidebazaar.com

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ROOM (3) » Chic modern furniture that will inspire the interior decorator in you. www.room-buffalo.com

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ROMEO AND JULIET’S BAKERY AND CAFÉ (2) » This traditional Italian

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café offers unforgettable baked goods and award-winning pizza. www.rjcaffe.com

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SHISH KABAB EXPRESS » A go-to place for Middle Eastern cuisine ; chicken shawarma, hummus, shish kebabs and tabouli are all found here! www.shishkababexpress.com

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ROYCROFT CAMPUS (1) » Elbert Hubbard opened the Roycroft Campus in 1895. It became the birthplace of the American Arts & Crafts Movement, attracting the likes of Susan B. Anthony, Thomas Edison, Booker T. Washington, and hopefully, you! Travelers from all over the ELBERT HUBBARD world continue to seek out the campus to shop for handcrafted treasures, take classes in a variety of aesthetic mediums, and revel in a place where nothing ever feels manufactured. www.roycroftcampuscorporation.com

HAWK CREEK WILDLIFE CENTER This not-for-profit

animal rehabilitation center lets you see eagles, vultures, owls, reptiles and wild cats. www.hawkcreek.org

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MILLARD FILLMORE HOUSE (3) Built by our 13th president and his wife in 1826, this humble clapboard structure has been completely restored, featuring Fillmore’s bed and antique toys. www.aurorahistoricalsociety.com

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