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The ability to see inside:

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING Escape to Niagara-on-the-Lake

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The ability to see inside:

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING

by Terri Parsell Hilmey

“Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.�

Carl Jung

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ne of the most profound medical advances of the modern age is the ability to see inside the human body. Without a single incision, diagnostic (or medical) imaging allows doctors to observe bodily systems, diagnose, and even treat many illnesses. When ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computed tomography (CT), are used alongside traditional x-ray or radiology, diagnostic imaging can also be helpful in identifying potential medical problems, thus aiding in disease prevention and early detection. Diagnostic imaging also assists in minimally invasive surgical procedures that are performed on an outpatient basis.

In WNY, radiologists, specialists in nuclear medicine, neurologists, oncologists, orthopedic surgeons, and others routinely use diagnostic imaging as a part of their work.

They combine their medical and technological abilities

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with understanding of patient needs to provide comprehensive emotional and physical care in comforting, attractive facilities.

With Southtowns, Northtowns, and city locations, Windsong Radiology Group uses the best technology, enhanced by trained and compassionate technicians working hand-in-hand with radiologists. PET/CT, Spiral CT, Digital Mammography, 3D Mammography or Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, Mammographic Computer Aided Detection, and Breast and Prostate MRI are all used at Windsong, along with established imaging tools such as CR, MRI, and ultrasound; this state-of-the-art approach allows for more precision in diagnostic evaluations. Equipment like 3T MRI and 128 slice CT scans and 3D ultrasound allow for more confident diagnosis of traditionally difficult-to-image areas, such as hands and fingers (with their many bones and ligaments), as well as coronary arteries.

Windsong’s friendly and competent service is a great complement to its top-tier technology. For example, Windsong greets annual mammogram patients at the door with a Director of First Impressions, who takes care of them quickly and pleasantly, and directs them to an attractive

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waiting room. Patients are made comfortable at each subsequent destination—from the desk where they deal with paperwork to the private changing area with comfortable and attractive robes to the imaging room where a reassuring and competent technician performs the imaging, and, finally, to another waiting room, where they can eat chocolate kisses as they wait for quick, same-day results.

Dent Neurologic Institute (with four locations), focuses on neurologic specialties and state-of-the-art neurodiagnostics. For five decades, Dent has provided high-quality care and stayed at the forefront of neurological advances. A leader in diagnostic imaging, Dent provides neurological imaging that falls into two broad categories: structural imaging, which assists in diagnosis of large intracranial disease and injury, and functional imaging, which is used to diagnose metabolic diseases (such as Alzheimer’s) and lesions on a finer scale.

Dent’s newest addition is a 3T MRI, capable of greater precision, faster imaging, and functional assessment of complex organs. Patient comfort is Dent’s top priority; MRI machines are considerably more comfortable than in the past, and

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technicians are trained to complete testing without causing additional stress. It was Dent that brought the first CT scanner to WNY (only the third in the nation) in 1973, and it also offers MR arthrography (the study of a joints), and Doppler/ultrasound (a noninvasive, diagnostic medical procedure that uses high frequency sound waves to produce dynamic visual images of organs, tissues, or blood supply). Dent is also home to one of the national’s largest fellowship programs in neuroimaging, and trains physicians from around the world to use these groundbreaking diagnostic tools.

Through its effectiveness and efficiency, diagnostic imaging has minimized patient discomfort while maximizing doctors’ ability to diagnose and treat. And, in WNY, we’re fortunate to have a not only the technology, but also those skilled to use it.

Terri Parsell Hilmey is a writer living in Clarence Center.

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BY JINELLE SHENGULETTE

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ochester is a city with deep musical roots, and today it offers a varied scene suitable for a wide array of musical tastes and sensibilities.

The city boasts a long list of famous musicians as natives or one-time residents, including bandleader Cab Calloway, blues legend Son House, jazz great Chuck Mangione, Lou Gramm of Foreigner, and many more.

So many famous names have emerged from Rochester, in fact, that it seemed only fitting to establish the Rochester Music Hall of Fame to celebrate them all. In 2011, the first inductees were named and, every year since, a new class

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of artists across the musical spectrum has been inducted and celebrated with a ceremony.

In addition to being a home for a number of musicians past and present, the city also draws artists from around the world to play events, most notably with the Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival every summer. The festival was founded in 2002 and drew 15,000 attendees that year, while 2014 saw nearly 200,000, according to rochesterjazz.com.

The celebration stretches beyond jazz to bring a diverse array of entertainment to the city. Over the years, the event has featured headliners like Aretha Franklin, Jerry Lee Lewis, Al Green, Willie Nelson, Janelle Monae, and Jennifer Hudson.

Tourism is heavily impacted during the weeklong event, and the Jazz Fest has had a significant economic effect on the region, exceeding $130 million over thirteen years, according to the website.

In addition to being a home for a number of musicians past and present, the city also draws artists from around the world to play events A city that doesn’t shy away from a good festival, Rochester is also home to Windstream’s Party in the Park, an outdoor event featuring musical acts every Thursday from mid-June to mid-August. In recent years, the concerts have taken place at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park at the corner of Court and Chestnut Streets.

Each show is only $5 and offers the chance to get outside, enjoy the fleeting warm weather, grab a beer and a bite from a local food truck, and listen to live tunes from musicians across all genres.

Last year, the stages saw soul/ funk/R & B master George Clinton and the Parliament Funkadelic, blues/ gospel/rock singer Johnny Lang, reggae force Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, and more.

Another outdoor space that occasionally features concerts and other events throughout the summer is the Highland Bowl Amphitheatre, situated in beautiful Highland Park. This season, Tedeschi Trucks Band will play the Bowl with special guests Los Lobos and North Mississippi Allstars. www.buffalospree.com

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Highland Park cradles the amphitheater and provides a beautiful backdrop for any concert or event that the facility holds. Lilacs, magnolias, Japanese maple trees, wildflowers, and more were carefully planted to create this gorgeous park.

Indoor entertainment venues also abound in Rochester and provide additional outlets to see local favorites and acts from around the world.

The Auditorium Theatre was built in the late 1920s and features architectural details in the Art Deco style, including all of the light fixtures original to the building, according to rbtl. org. The theater is known for bringing Broadway musicals, nationally known comedians, and musicians to Rochester.

Another opulent theater built in the same era by George Eastman is now known as Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre. This venue features impressive intricate architectural details including a very grand elaborate chandelier.

Water Street Music Hall are midsized music venues located downtown.

Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre and Performance Hall at Hochstein regularly present the sounds of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO), an institution founded by George Eastman in 1922.

Before each Philharmonics Series concert, conductors and special guests sit for a thirty-minute discussion regarding the evening’s selections, according to rpo.org. “The RPO presents up to 130 concerts per year, serving nearly 150,000 people

through ticketed events, education, and community engagement activities, and concerts in schools and community centers throughout the region,” according to the site. “RPO concerts also are rebroadcast on WXXI 91.5 FM.” Just outside of Rochester, as part of the State University of New York at Geneseo, Finger Lakes Opera functions as a summer opera company that brings the classic art form to the Finger Lakes region. Opera venues on campus include Doty Hall, Alice Austin Theatre, and Wadsworth

Indoor entertainment venues also abound in Rochester and provide additional outlets to see local favorites and acts from around the world “Today, it is the primary concert hall for the Eastman School’s larger ensembles, including its orchestras, wind ensembles, jazz ensembles, and chorale. The Eastman Opera Theatre presents fully staged operatic productions in the Theatre each spring,” reads the theater’s website. Earlier this year, heartland rocker John Mellencamp played the stage with Johnny Cash’s stepdaughter, Carlene Carter.

Main Street Armory is a massive former military facility that now hosts a growing number of live events, including musical acts. The facility is over a century old and has seen years of success followed by years as a vacant building. After being purchased eleven years ago, nationally known bands have played the stage and a number of other entertainment events have been held at the facility (said to be haunted!).

Montage Music Hall is known for hard rock and metal acts, Monty’s Krown for punk shows, and Bug Jar for alternative rock (although all three do feature acts from other genres).

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Auditorium.

The company, in its third season, will perform Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata (sung in Italian with projected English supertitles) and Irving Berlin’s I Love A Piano this August.

From punk and metal to classical music and opera, our region is rich with options for those looking to quench their thirst for good music this summer and all year long.

Jinelle Shengulette is a Rochester-based freelance writer.

RESOURCES Belhurst Castle 315-781-0201 belhurst.com Eastview Mall 585-223-4420 eastviewmall.com George Eastman Museum 585-271-3361 eastman.org Livingston County Tourism 1-800-538-7365 fingerlakeswest.com Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra 585-454-2100 rpo.org Finger Lakes Opera at SUNY Geneseo fingerlakesopera.com 585-245-5650 Susan B. Anthony Museum & House 585-235-6124 susanbanthonyhouse.org Visit Rochester visitrochester.com

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Escape to Niagara-on-the-Lake

by Rebecca Cuthbert

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mericans might think “north” stops at the US border, but Queen City dwellers know that a short run across a bridge means long, relaxing days, the excitement of Canadian night life, and luxurious accommodations.

Throughout the Niagara-on-theLake region and even Caledon and Stratford in Ontario, Vintage Hotels provide visitors (and locals on romantic getaways) with five-star experiences and oasis-like spa treatments that will rejuvenate even the most travel-weary.

“Our award-winning spas are often a favorite among guests, and the main reason they return,” says Erica Burgess, marketing coordinator for Vintage Hotels. “We have two spas that offer a wide range of treatments and facilities, including three salt water pools, the only outdoor pool in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and a year-round hot springs facility.”

The Niagara-on-the-Lake locations include Pillar and Post, Queen’s Landing, Prince of Wales, and the Moffat Inn. Millcroft Inn & Spa, with its

brand new hot springs facility, is in Caledon, the Parlour Inn in Stratford.

“Our Niagara-on-the-Lake hotels are close to shopping, restaurants, Lake Ontario, and recreation activities,” adds Burgess. “Another highlight is Four Diamond Dining at all Vintage Hotel properties, [and] we are excited to announce that through October, we are offering a daily Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at the Tea Room at the Prince of Wales Hotel in celebration of Alice in Wonderland on stage at the Shaw Festival.” Alice in Wonderland plays at the Festival Theatre through October 16 and is directed by Peter Hinton with music by Allen Cole. Also included in the Shaw Festival’s 2016 season lineup are A Woman of No Importance, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, A Musical Thriller, Uncle Vanya, ‘Master Harold’ and the Boys, Our Town, and more. The Shaw Festival has been thrilling theater audiences since 1962, and this summer’s performances are sure to honor that tradition. For the entire schedule and to purchase tickets, go to www.shawfest.com.

Ensure you’re not late to the tea party OR the show by booking your stay at the Prince of Wales Hotel (or one of the other fabulous Vintage Hotel locations)! With so much nearby nightlife, you’ll want to be close to the action. Just go to www.vintage-hotels.

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com and click your way to the perfect vacation.

Another great Niagara-on-the-Lake getaway is White Oaks Resort & Spa, where “days begin as dreams and relaxation reigns supreme!” “Guests return to White Oaks Resort & Spa and make it their home away from home in Niagara because they are treated so exceptionally well here,” says Julie Lepp, director of Marketing for White Oaks. “Everyone claims good service. At White Oaks, our team is empowered to listen, and find ways to provide a ‘wow’ moment. Every case,

as every person, is unique.”

For example, Burgess offers, exceptional service “may mean bringing you tea if you are not feeling well, arranging a favorite snack for you, or a completely out-of-the-box experience; we had a lady go into premature labor while at the resort and our concierge drove her to the hospital and stayed with her all day because she was scared and alone. It’s kindness, and it’s being empowered as a White Oaks team member to do those things that make our service memorable.”

Another instance: With an outlet

mall located just across the street, many guests walk to the shops, then call the concierge to pick up their parcels so they don’t have to take a break from the fun. “Your bags will be waiting for you in your hotel room instead of weighing you down,” Burgess says.

New to White Oaks this year is a craft brewery tour. The resort has invested in its own shuttles and offers custom tasting tours for individuals and groups. “This has been so well received that we’ve partnered with some of Niagara’s amazing craft breweries to offer up an exclusive beer tour with different tasting experiences at each stop,” Burgess shares.

And, if staying in is more your style, try White Oaks’ wonderful restaurants, LIV Restaurant and Play Urban Café. With an open-air patio situated directly between the eateries and offering both menus, guests will find plenty of dining options just steps from their comfy rooms. “The patio is a beautiful space on the balcony above our stunning gardens, and an amazing spot to relax after a long day of shopping, golfing, or meetings,” Burgess suggests. (For more information about White Oaks Resort & Spa, special offers, a virtual tour of its rooms, and more, go to whiteoaksresort.com.)

With so many amazing hotels, resorts, and spas in the Niagara-onthe-Lake region, the phrase “Go to your room!” takes on a whole new (and exciting) meaning.

Rebecca Cuthbert lives, writes, and cares for shelter dogs in Dunkirk. She is a frequent contributor to Buffalo Spree and Forever Young.

RESOURCES Niagara’s Finest Hotels 800-474-0632 niagarasfinest.com Shaw Festival 10 Queen’s Parade Niagara-on-the Lake, ON L0S 1J0 800-511-7429 shawfest.com Vintage Hotels vintage-hotels.com 888-669-5566 White Oaks Resort & Spa 253 Taylor Road SS4 Niagara on the, ON L0S 1J0 800-263-5766 whiteoaksresort.com

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Make the short trip to Chautauqua!

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these fresh perspectives,” Steves contends. “We’re also excited by a lecture platform that features a huge number of household names, including Jane Pauley and Garry Trudeau on June 27, Alan Alda on July 1, Steve Forbes on July 6, Bill Moyers on July 8.” The Institution’s complete lineup of summer entertainment can be found at ciweb.org.

For accommodations with a literary lean, check out The Spencer Hotel Chautauqua. Located on Palestine Avenue, this select registry hotel

Photos courtesy of Chautauqua Institution

he bustle of boomtown Buffalo is a welcome change from recession years’ rust, but when you crave quiet, birdsong, and a warm lake breeze, head to Chautauqua. For a day, a weekend, or longer, it offers cultural appeal, historic jewels, and lakeside lounging—everything you could want in a quaint countryside.

“Chautauqua is an ideal and safe place to drop the barriers we build for ourselves in everyday life— here, people challenge their predispositions and explore their interests and curiosities in pursuit of personal betterment,” says Chautauqua Institution director of communications Jordan Steves of the 750-acre educational center and summer resort. “We offer a summer-long program of lectures and civil dialogue on the pressing issues of our times amid hundreds of presentations of artistic excellence from renowned guest artists alongside our resident orchestra, art galleries and opera, theater, and dance companies.”

And, he notes, these “big city” offerings are all the more striking when experienced in an idyllic lakeside setting. Even for those who have visited before, surprises await. “Nearly all of our resident arts companies are experiencing exciting shifts in leadership, so those who haven’t been to Chautauqua in a while will experience a new, different energy generated by

has earned the distinction of being the only literary-themed hotel in the country (though literary-themed B&Bs can be found elsewhere), and National Geographic has named it one of the most interesting and unusual places to visit.

As its website claims, the Spencer is a four-season hotel and resort “more captivating than opening your favorite storybook,” with rooms dedicated to well-known and -loved authors. All of the hotel’s special packages feature one-of-a-kind spa treatments, fabulous dining, comfortable rooms, and outstanding service. Book your stay at thespencer.com or by calling 3573785.

Those who delight in nature and its creatures will love the Roger Tory Peterson Institute (rtpi.org) in nearby Jamestown. “Roger Tory Peterson was the pre-eminent American naturalist who illustrated and chronicled the natural world to the public in the twentieth century,” says Jane Johnson, exhibits and public programs coordinator. “The RTPI strives to foster understanding, appreciation, and protection of the natural world through art, education, and conservation. Visitors are exposed to incredible world-class architecture by Robert A. M. Stern of New York City. The building and its interior were inspired

by Roger Tory Peterson’s life and culture, with flavors of the Adirondack Great Camp tradition and the Arts and Crafts movement of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.”

And the art doesn’t stop with the building itself. “Our facility is located on a beautiful wooded setting with hiking trails and opportunities for birdwatching and nature study,” she shares. “We offer visitors

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several different wildlife, nature, art, and photography exhibits in our galleries each year. There is also a revolving permanent exhibit of Roger Tory Peterson’s artwork and memorabilia from the Peterson Collection, all of which is housed, maintained, and curated here.”

Hurry to see the exhibition Water Babies: Downy Young Birds of the Wetlands, an Exhibition of Photographs by William Burt, which closes June 5. For forty years, Johnson shares, Burt has been chasing after the birds few people get to actually see: rails, bitterns, nightjars, and other “skulkers.” Water Babies showcases a selection of the best works featured in Burt’s book of the same title.

The next summer show, Keeping the World Wild, is up from June 17 to August 28, and is “sure to be aweinspiring,” Johnson says. The exhibition will feature original works by John and Suzie Seerey-Lester, “an incredible wildlife artist duo.”

The Chautauqua community may be just a short drive from Buffalo, but its old-fashioned charm and comfortable pace feels worlds away. Plan a vacation there now but between visiting the Chautauqua Institution, seeing Jamestown’s gems, boating on the region’s lakes, and exploring the area’s seemingly endless wine trail, taking it all in may require more than one trip.

Rebecca Cuthbert lives, writes, and cares for shelter dogs in Dunkirk. She is a frequent contributor to Buffalo Spree and Forever Young.

RESOURCES Chautauqua Institution 1 Ames Avenue Chautauqua, NY 14722 800-821-1881 ciweb.org Roger Tory Peterson Institute 311 Curtis Street Jamestown, NY 14701 716-665-2473 rtpi.org The Spencer Hotel 25 Palestine Avenue Chautauqua, NY 14722 716-357-3785 thespencer.com

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Next stop,

Chenango County: WE HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

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t’s summer and Chenango County has got you covered. Enjoy the great outdoors in a tent or a cabin, throw out your fishing pole as you float down the river, explore the trail systems, travel the picturesque roads, visit historic spots, and take respite in quiet pubs and restaurants.

Nationally recognized events, such as the General Clinton Canoe Regatta, Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival, the Chenango Blues Festival, and the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney all continue to grow, provide great entertainment, and bolster the area’s economy. There are many other festivals and events throughout the County and a complete calendar of events can be found at co.chenango. ny.us or by requesting a printed version.

Each year, the Unadilla Valley Sports Center in New Berlin draws several hundred thousand spectators and participants from all over the world; they come to watch and participate in professional ATV and dirt bike racing. I-88 Speedway in Afton also has Modified, Sportsman, Street

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Stocks, and IMCA Modified through the summer.

The Chenango, Unadilla, and Susquehanna Rivers all provide outstanding fishing, and favorite angling spots also include Bowman Lake, Genegantslet Creek, Gaius Cook Park, and Millbrook Reservoir. Chenango County has state- and privately-operated campgrounds and area parks that offer picnicking, biking, and hiking activities. Other outdoor activities include golfing and canoeing. County and NYS maps are available for free and Recreational River Guides are ten dollars at the Commerce Chenango offices.

Agri-tourism is prevalent in Chenango, and, as a part of the CNY Fresh trail that encompasses a ten-county region, Chenango offers farmer’s markets and farm stands with local produce, nuts, honey, seasonal offerings, maple syrup, and fruit wines. Alpaca farms are also open to visitors at certain times of the year, and Alpaca products and fiber are sometimes available for purchase. For more information on the CNY Fresh trail, visit cnyfresh.com.

Historic sites and museums provide opportunities for interpreting Chenango heritage and engaging visitors. The Northeast Classic Car Museum, the County’s premier draw, is filled with more than 160 cars. Other historical sites, cemeteries, and museums include, but are not limited to: the Chenango County Historical Museum, The Earlville Opera House, a two-story theater built in 1896 and is currently used for cultural activities; Preferred Manor, which was built in 1831 and was a stop on the Underground Railroad; and The Oxford Memorial Library, built in 1794 by famous bridge designer Theodore Burr.

Cultural venues showcase music, dance, and theatrical performances. Most include galleries to enhance your cultural experience and host a mixture of painting, photography, and sculpture displays. Wine and design classes are becoming very popular and provide a hands-on experience. Other entertainment alternatives include musical entertainment at a local pub, comedy night, or dinner-murder mystery nights.

At the end of the day, our skies are wide open for star gazing. Let the kids catch fireflies and roast marshmallows around the campfire as you relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of rural openness. To make #ChenangoCounty your next destination, visit Commerce Chenango located at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich during normal business hours and at a variety of “satellite” locations throughout the County. Or contact us at: 607-334-1400 | chenangony.org. | Twitter @CmrceChenango | facebook.com/CommerceChenango

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Farm to table: not just a trend

By Rebecca Cuthbert

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ong days at work followed by frozen dinners. Late nights on the town capped with stops at drive-thru windows. Lunch breaks spent staring into vending machines, our own disinterested faces reflected back in the Plexiglas. We’ve all been there.

But our bodies crave more: life-giving nutrients, exciting textures, vibrant natural colors, produce that hasn’t spent two weeks soaking in preservatives and riding in trucks.

Farm-to-table shopping, cooking, and dining isn’t just the latest food craze, it’s also a healthy and responsible lifestyle choice that nourishes bodies even as it supports local economies.

SHOPPING “Consuming foods that are grown and raised locally makes a lot of sense, for many reasons,” says Stuart Green, owner of Braymiller Market (braymillermarket.com) in Hamburg. “We live in an area that produces some of the best crops, meat, and dairy because of our climate. Our climate also controls a lot of the pests that ruin crops and spread diseases so our need for the pesticides that are used elsewhere is significantly reduced.” Green also notes that farm-to-table shopping and eating reduces people’s carbon footprints; combined with supporting local producers, that makes it win-win.

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Co-ops celebrating the farm-to-table concept make it even easier for consumers to access locally grown productions. “Co-ops grow from the communities they’re in and the desire for good foods. Healthy foods and local support are inherent in most natural foods co-ops across the country,” says Lexington Co-op (lexington.coop) marketing & member services manager Joann Tomasulo. “Sourcing local products that are the highest quality is at the top of our list when looking at new products. We try not to be too fancy with foods here, but we do have high standards.”

With a wide variety of gorgeous fruit, vegetables, flowers, jams and jellies, cider, handmade soaps, and more, the East Aurora Farmers’ Market, open from May through November, has been providing community members with colorful local produce and artisanal items since 1978. More than seventy vendors line the Aurora Village Shopping Center, which makes the Market the perfect place to meet friends, browse the stands, and enjoy the beautiful weather.

For all the latest news, find them on Facebook.

COOKING The Orchard Park Farmers’ Market at Fox Run focuses on cooking and nutrition education, as well as on selling the freshest local produce and products. Director of sales and marketing Tripp Higgins notes that the demonstrations show shoppers exactly how to select produce, then prepare it in healthy and delicious ways.

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“Our farm-to-table cooking demonstrations with Executive Chef Lisa Sanders are really popular,” says Higgins. “Shoppers can walk the market to pick out fresh, healthy ingredients and see how they can add variety to their diets, then sit down to a full lunch. [Sanders] selects the menu based on what’s in season, which is not like grocery stores, where they have everything but it’s imported.

We try to help expand people’s repertoire, what can be considered more exotic or unfamiliar, as well as new ways to prepare old favorites.”

Higgins, Sanders, dietician Katie Ketchum, and nutritionist Allison Weltjen collaborate to show customers at Fox Run how cooking should be about enhancing natural flavors, and bringing out the best of what’s just been picked. Cooking demos are scheduled for June 30, July 28, and August 25, with more dates to be added. Space is limited and seats fill quickly, so RSVP by calling Fox Run at 662-5001. The market is open Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

DINING At 42 North Brewing Company (42northbrewing.com) in East Aurora, Nathan and Chelsea Root ensure that food gets just as much dedication as owners John and Cathy Cimperman give the beer. Farm-to-table focus is “the root” of the Roots’ menu.

“Our emphasis is on local ingredients, based on 42 North’s dedication to sustainable development, authenticity, and collaboration,” the Roots note. “We reach out to local farms like Arden, Erba Verde, and Root Down for the freshest and best produce and meat. This is why our menu changes monthly. Our meals are made from scratch, either in-house or from artisans within the community, like Barrel & Brine, Elm Street, First Light, and BreadHive. Freshness is key when developing the month’s menu and there is nothing better than knowing that your pretzel was baked that morning or the greens were picked a few hours ago and delivered by the farmer himself.”

The farm-to-table concept is also the guiding philosophy for Steve and Ellen Gedra, chefs/owners of Black Sheep Restaurant and Bar (blacksheepbuffalo.com) in Buffalo. Most menu items even include the word “local,” and cite the farms from which specific ingredients were sourced.

“The climate and ecological diversity of this area is wonderful and immense,” says Lisa Vitello, who handles sales and marketing for the Black

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Sheep. “[The Gedras] try to show that in each and every dish. In the kitchen, [it’s like] they go back in time to when pork was bought from the pig farmer, beef from the cow farmer, fruits and vegetables from stands and markets.

No product is picked by machine, no animal is chosen for slaughter before its time simply to meet quotas or fill a truck. Each item is selected before it comes into the kitchen, and then it is the duty of the chefs to treat that product with respect and represent it well to the customer.”

According to owner Dave Cosentino, Trattoria Aroma (thearomagroup.

com) in Buffalo has long embraced the farm-to-table options in Western New York, and continues to explore those possibilities. “Aroma started our Aroma Farm Dinners seven years ago in conjunction with the Oles Family Farm,” he says. “Each year, we offer diners four dates to have a fantastic experience picking vegetables in the field, sitting down to a multi-course dinner in the open fields or in the barn, prepared exclusively with local food products by our team of chefs. There is live music, transportation, and plenty of good wine provided. We started these dinners

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to show our customers where and how local food products are provided. We fell in love with the farming environment and really wanted to share this enthusiasm, as well as educate [guests] about what local organic farming means.”

As many of these vendors highlighted, locally sourced produce, dairy items, and meats just taste better. Farm-to-table shopping, cooking, and dining means ingredients move from the field to your plate in just days or less—and, as a bonus, less time shipping means less packaging and waste, fewer chemicals and pesticides, preservation of soil nutrients, and healthier local economies.

For the juiciest tomatoes, the sweetest blueberries, the tastiest meats and the freshest eggs, local farms, stands, and markets will always be the blueribbon winners.

Rebecca Cuthbert lives, writes, and cares for shelter dogs in Dunkirk. She is a frequent contributor to Buffalo Spree and Forever Young.

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RESOURCES 42 North Brewing Company 25 Pine Street East Aurora, NY 14052 716-805-7500 42northbrewing.com Black Sheep Restaurant & Bar 367 Connecticut Street Buffalo, NY 14213 716-884-1100 blacksheepbuffalo.com Braymiller Market 6936 Gowanda State Road Hamburg, NY 14075 716-649-2356 braymillermarket.com East Aurora Farmers Market 123 Grey Street East Aurora, NY 14052 eastaurorafarmersmarket.com Orchard Park Farmers Market at Fox Run 1 Fox Run Lane Orchard Park, NY 14127 foxrunorchardpark.com Lexington Cooperative Market 807 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14222 716-886-2667 Lexington.coop Niagara Falls Culinary Institute Savor Restaurant 28 Old Falls Street Niagara Falls, NY 14303 716-210-2525 nfculinary.org Trattoria Aroma Bryant 307 Bryant Street Buffalo, NY 14222 716-881-7592 aromabryant.com Trattoria Aroma on Main 5229 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221 716-631-2687 aromamainst.com Trattoria Aroma on North French 4840 North French Road E. Amherst, NY 14051 716-688-8848 aromanorthfrench.com www.buffalospree.com

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