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With its numerous camping sites, two lakes, delicious restaurant and unique shops, Allegany State Park is a hotspot for visitors and area residents alike. And now, park manager John Marino has brought a piece of Allegany State Park to downtown Ellicottville. Marino recently opened The Bear Paw Shoppe; his passion for the outdoors and for Ellicottville (where he calls home), is evident as soon you step inside the new retail store ... page 21 photo/Katie Frick

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By Mary Heyl Underage alcohol and drug abuse is affecting thousands of area students and their families, and is now the most serious public health threat facing adolescents in Western New York. While the spread of addiction may seem overwhelming, you can help by partnering with Kids Escaping Drugs and their annual SkiScape at HoliMont fundraiser on February 20, 2018. Event organizer Suzanne DiMico encourages everyone to “Shred the Stigma of Addiction,” which is this year’s theme, by raising money and awareness to help adolescents and their families get on the road to recovery.

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While KED hosts other fundraisers throughout the region during the year, SkiScape is the only event that takes place in Cattaraugus County. According to DiMico, the event, which was started 20 years ago, included a race component but has now evolved to include a range of other activities. Participants can ski, snowboard, and take part in the basket raffles, contests, lift games and more. Individuals of all ages are invited to participate; the $75 registration fee includes breakfast, lunch, a lift pass and an event t-shirt. “Since HoliMont is a private club, this is a great chance for everyone - members and non-members - to ski or snowboard all day at this beautiful resort!” said DiMico.

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This year, SkiScape specifically benefits KED’s Face2Face Program, which focuses on outreach and awareness in the community through peer-to-peer interactions in schools and in the workplaces. The educational program, which was started in 2008, involves students in recovery visiting area schools to share their stories and reach out to peers who may be in the earliest stages of experimentation. Face2Face also involves a workplace component in which parents of children in recovery can speak to other adults and professionals in the community. “Our goal is to saturate the area with information,” explained DiMico, “so that we can inform students and their families about the drug epidemic before substance abuse treatment is necessary.” “Unfortunately, many don’t get the help they need because they feel trapped by the stigma of addiction,” said DiMico, “but the truth is that nearly everyone is affected by addiction, either personally or through friends or family.” With the importance of awareness in mind, participants are asked to dedicate their first run (either publicly or privately) to someone who lost his/her life to drug addiction or to celebrate someone in recovery. There will also be a Memory Wall, where participants can place notes and photos in memory of friends and family who have struggled with addiction. There are lots of ways to get involved with SkiScape, whether you’d like to participate as a skier or a sponsor. Participants can register at http://www.501auctions.com/SkiScape and get their own participant page, where friends, family and colleagues can sponsor them. There are different levels of fundraising incentives, which include gift cards, water bottles, blankets and more. Last year’s SkiScape raised over $20,000 with nearly 200 participants! The website also has a Sponsorship page for businesses to support SkiScape at different levels. SkiScape on-site registration is from 8:00-9:30am on Tuesday, February 20 and skiing/ snow-boarding takes place until 4:30pm, with lunch served between 12:30 and 2:00pm. For every $100 of support, KED can facilitate an Early Intervention for an at-risk student, and for every $250 of support, KED can bring a Face2Face panel presentation to a local school. Participate or donate to a skier today … because every dollar counts!

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None of that fussy turning … this is all about speed! After a day on the slopes, you can top off your fun meter with a trip to the Holiday Valley Tubing Park. Race down the 900-foot lanes and experience the exhilaration of tubing. Once you’re at the bottom, hook up to the tow and enjoy the ride back to the top. The best part: EVERYONE can enjoy the thrill of tubing! It’s an activity you can do with your whole group - whether it’s work, a birthday party or your family. It’s fun, and you can do it together! Tubing enables everyone to have a good time regardless of age or fitness. For children under 7 years and 42 inches, there’s a special Little Tubers area where the hill is a bit shorter and the speed a bit slower. For those cold winter days, there’s a giant, outdoor bonfire pit and an indoor warming hut with snack bar (hot cocoa please!) and fireplace so you can warm up between rides. The warming hut also houses bathrooms and a small retail shop (in case you forgot your gloves or hat, or want some handwarmers). Visitors can also enjoy the on-site ice skating rink (weather permitting). The Holiday Valley Tubing Co. is located on Route 242 at Bryant Hill Road, just 3 miles east of the Village of Ellicottville. There are 2 tows servicing 20+ tubing lanes, with 3 of those lanes designated as “group lanes” where you can hook together with other tubers (SUPER FUN!). A free shuttle is available during operating hours beginning Dec. 26th with pickup at Holiday Valley’s Resort Services Center turn-around and at the Inn at Holiday Valley. The tubing park is open Thursdays and Fridays from 4:30-9pm, Saturdays from 11am-9pm, and Sundays from 11am6pm. The park is also open during Christmas Week, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Week and Canadian March Break. A two-hour pass is $18.50 per person; a three-hour pass is $20.50. Or you can go all day for $25.75. Call 716-699-TUBE (699-8823) for group rates, team building or birthday parties. An adult must accompany any child under the age of 10. The well-dressed tuber has plenty of layers to stay warm, warm boots (no ski boots) plus a hat and neck warmer or face mask if it is really chilly. It’s not a bad idea to wear your goggles and a helmet. Helmets are available to rent for $5. To learn more about the Holiday Valley Tubing Company, log onto www.holidayvalley.com/tubing or call 716-699-TUBE.

WINTER BLUES WEEKEND | January 19-20 | Downtown Winters in Ellicottville are known mostly for the slopes. Skiing and boarding surely prevail. What makes Ellicottville one of the most sought-after places to go for winter fun is not only the slopes, but what can be done when Jack Frost has nipped at your nose and the slopes have worn you out. Why head back to the condo and rest when there’s excitement taking place downtown in the village? Come Jan. 19-20, restaurants and bars throughout the village will offer some of the region’s best Blues bands, all free for your listening pleasure. One performance you’ll want to make sure you catch is the Mick Hayes Band, appearing Saturday, Jan. 20 upstairs at Madigan’s (36 Washington St.) from 6-10pm. Mick Hayes has spent most of his career playing in and between Nashville, L.A., and Atlanta, until his love of his hometown just outside of Buffalo brought him back to Western New York. A visit to his website (www.mickhayesmusic.com) unveils his passion for music and the familiar yet innovative sound he possesses, influenced by styles from across America … “His voice takes the forefront with influences from soul, blues, funk, and rock & roll while his guitar that has been under his arm since he was seven years old, is like an extension of his own voice and story. Mick has played with countless greats, not the least of which Stevie Wonder - who after hearing Mick, asked if he would join him on stage to sing with him and add a little harmonica to Mick’s “Those 3 Words.” He has also been billed alongside great artists such as Deep Purple, the Doobie Brothers, Peter Frampton, Dickie Betts, Delbert McClinton, Robin Trower, Cheap Trick, Steve Vai, Joe Bonamassa, Najee, Los Lonely Boys and many others. Having been recognized by The Grammy Awards Committee in 2016 in the “Best Traditional R&B Performance” and “Best R&B Song” categories for his single, “For Realski’s,” Mick is looking forward to what the future will bring. As for the weekend of Jan. 20th, his fan base will bring him back to Ellicottville, where he will no doubt entertain a crowd during Ellicottville’s Winter Blues Weekend. The 2018 Winter Blues Weekend music schedule is filling up quickly and can be accessed at www.ellicottvilleny.com. Check back often for updates and plan your Blues stops around town.

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snowTRENDS All eyes on PyeongChang as the World’s Best Athletes gather for the 2018 Winter Olympics By Spencer Timkey It all comes down to 16 days in February. Athletes from around the world train their entire lives for the chance at one shining moment of personal - and national - glory. From the major sports to the obscure ones, the world will tune in to see their nation’s best compete for gold medals and the coveted overall medal count. This winter, South Korea plays host to the 2018 Winter Olympics. The South’s proximity to a rogue North Korean state - and Kim Jong-Un’s propensity for sabre rattling - will certainly be on everyone’s mind. And while the IOC (International Olympic Committee) always seems to find itself mired in some sort of controversy, every Olympic gathering has a strong undertone of worldwide unity. But let’s leave the geopolitical issues of Asia for another piece. This is a story about the Olympics! One of the biggest stories to come out so far is the banning of Russian athletes from competing in the games for Russia. They can still compete, but it has to be under a neutral flag. The controversy came about after the IOC found evidence of multiple Russian athletes doping. Maybe they shouldn’t have been Putin those drugs in their bodies (I’ll see myself out).

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It’s hard to describe how HoliMont is not just your average day on the slopes. The club atmosphere makes you feel at home. Family and friends have been growing lifelong relationships at HoliMont since 1962. This season, you have one more chance to try a membership at HoliMont for a fraction of the cost. When you sign up for the Discover HoliMont program, you and your family have 30 days of skiing to decide if you want to join. If you decide that HoliMont is not the right fit for you, enjoy your trial membership till the end of the season. If you do decide to join North America’s largest private ski club, you’ll do it at a significant savings on the initiation fees.

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in Western New York. Whether you like to hike or bike, the single track trails in McCarthy State Forest has something for everyone. There are over 40 miles of IMBA Epic trails to ride in EVL and surrounding area. HoliMont has miles of trails and slopes including a multi-purpose trail for foot and people-powered traffic. Their newly graded XC trail gets groomed on a regular basis in the winter and is great for snowshoes, XC skis, hiking and fat bikes. The trail is open for public use and can be accessed near the Gen Plant off Ridgeway Drive.

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EARN YOUR TURNS

AT THE ‘MONT Starting with the 2017-2018 season, HoliMont will offer a designated UPHILL SKINNING

lane for those looking to “earn their turns.” The T-Bar slope is the official UPHILL ONLY slope. This area will be closed to downhill traffic and can be identified on the trail map by the UPHILL SKINNING icon. UPHILL SKINNING does not exclude skiers and riders from requiring a lift ticket. Anyone found on the slopes of HoliMont without a pass or lift ticket will be subject to HoliMont’s THEFT OF SERVICES policy. WestMont Ridge is also open for uphill traffic. Please ski and hike at your own risk. CHECK OUT OUR TRAIL MAP ONLINE AT: WWW.HOLIMONT.COM

UPHILL GEAR RENTALS The new trend in skiing and snowboarding is to “Earn Your Turns.” HoliMont’s new uphill traffic area requires special gear and the rental shop has a small stock of such gear for rent. Take your pick from tele skis and matching skins, snowshoes, or a demo split-board from Burton.

For over 50 years, families and snowsports enthusiasts from miles around have converged on HoliMont, North America’s largest private ski area devoted to family skiing adventures. Generations of members have been drawn in by the amazing skiing, only to fall in love with the warm community atmosphere that makes HoliMont the kind of place you never want to leave. Old school charm, good friends, and rockin’ apres parties await you after a fun day on the mountain.

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BURRITOS We use LOCAL and ORGANIC ingredients whenever possible! Bicycle repairs and sales. Extensive local bike knowledge too! Stay Tuned ...

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Martini Club Fridays 5-7pm Come in & enjoy a martini with complimentary appetizers.

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TASTE TEST

SHOWCASING OUR TOP FOOD & DRINK PICKS THERE ARE PLENTY OF FLAVORFUL OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM IN AND AROUND ELLICOTTVILLE ... WHAT ARE YOU CRAVING?

SKI SLOPE CUPCAKES

WASABI ENCRUSTED AHI TUNA

Cupcaked is the trendy new bakery in town, located right next to Balloons! Owner Anne Coe offers a full line of desserts and her team can accommodate any budget and ideas that you may have. To welcome the New Year and a snowy ski season, Cupcaked is excited to feature a full line of “ski town” cupcakes appropriately named with influences from our local slopes. Stop in and try some of the new flavors, including “The Bunny Hill”, “Mardi Gras” and “The Wall.” Head’s up: Cupcaked now delivers! Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, $30 min. order; additional delivery fee may apply based on travel distance.

The glisten in your eye will be as bright as the glisten from the new fallen snow when you see John Harvard’s amazing Wasabi Encrusted Ahi Tuna! Never fear, the wasabi offers a warm sensation that isn’t too hot to melt your mouth or the slopes. This dish is paired perfectly with stir fried ponzu veggies with a citrusy flare. To mellow the dish, the ahi is topped with pickled ginger along with a light and smooth wasabi crème fraiche’ drizzle. Pair this dish with a refreshing pint of Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale to please your palate. Cheers!

HAND-PREPARED DAILY

NEW SIGNATURE WRAPS

Did you know that at Monroe St. Brick & Brew, their team cuts and preps all their ingredients fresh every day? You’ll appreciate simple, clean eating brick-oven pizza with hand-tossed crust, built around fresh ingredients for a true farm-to-plate taste. Come in, pick up, or enjoy MSBB’s delivery service any day after 5pm! Enjoy MSBB creations this ski season! And don’t forget to share MSBB with your friends and family! Gift cards are now available and can be purchased for any amount.

Subway’s new signature wraps will surely find you enjoying a health-conscience 2018 with ease. Take your pick from Turkey Bacon Guacamole, Savory Rotisserie Chicken Caesar, and Habanero Roasted Chicken. Looking to cut out a few carbs? Subway can turn any sub into a salad or a wrap … OR, ask for a customized salad/wrap made to your liking. A healthier and convenient way to stick to your January weight loss resolutions. SAVE ON YOUR NEXT MEAL! Bring in your Holiday Valley or HoliMont lift ticket for 10% OFF your entire purchase! (Lift ticket must be dated the same day.)

FISH TACO FRIDAY

FRESH JERKEY / BEEF STICKS

Do you know what happens at Bike and Bean on Fridays? Dennis and crew roll out their Fish Taco special. Wild caught blackened mahi-mahi, white rice, avocado, red cabbage slaw with Greek yogurt, salsa and lime … what more could you want? Swing in after crushing the fresh pow at Holiday Valley or HoliMont, and start your weekend off right with some delicious fish taco fuel. Three sizes to choose from.

Dom’s Butcher Block’s specialty is fresh cut meats, processed in-house daily. Along with all of the meats available in their cases, owner Ken Auteri custom crafts a variety of smoked meats including beef jerky, pepper sticks, bologna and various smoked sausages. “They only smoke the best!” All of their smoked meats are made using time tested, old-fashioned techniques right on the premises. During ski season, we love to stock up on their Appalachian beef jerky and spicy beef sticks to take up on the hill. It’s the perfect snack to enjoy on the lift!

NATALIE

WEEKEND BRUNCH

A true celebration wine, Natalie’s lively and bright bubbles will delightfully tease your palette and give way to a fruity, delicate flavor. Comprised of 60% chardonnay / 40% pinot noir, this is a fun, eventful blend that you can share and toast at your next celebration. This wine is named after owners Sam and Beth’s daughter, Natalie! A great wine for New Year’s Eve, birthdays, weddings, or any weekend apres get-together. Stop into the Winery and give it a try for yourself. They offer wine tastings daily.

If you haven’t introduced yourself to Ellicottville’s newest restaurant/bar, you’re missing out! The Public House has quickly proven to be a perfect fit in our ski town, with their mouth-watering menu, large selection of craft beer, and their all-around upbeat vibe. You can view their dinner menu online, but what we’re extra excited about is their Brunch menu! Mancakes (beer pancakes with maple bacon and whiskey spiked maple syrup), Mimosa French Toast (with orange champagne butter and fresh berries), and our favorite: Crab Cakes Eggs Benedict (need we say more?) Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday starting at 10am.

@ Cupcaked 22 Monroe Street • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.8850

@ Monroe St. Brick & Brew 21 Monroe Street • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.1051 | monroestpizza.com

@ Bike and Bean 30 Washington Street • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.BIKE

@ Winery of Ellicottville 14 Monroe Street • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.1055 | wineryofellicottville.com

@ John Harvard’s Brew House Inside Tamarack Club • Holiday Valley Resort 716.699.5350 | holidayvalley.com

@ Subway 38 Washington Square • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.2629

@ Dom’s Butcher Block 38 Washington Square • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.MEAT | domsbutcherblock.com

@ The Public House 24 Monroe Street • Ellicottville, NY 716.699.9001 | publichouseevl.com

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ELLICOTTVILLE ML# B1076018 The best of everything in this 3 B/R, 2 bath custom built home with high-end finishes & hardwood floors. Vaulted ceilings, fireplace, wrap around deck. Perfect for entertaining family & friends.

FRANKLINVILLE ML# B1082057 4 beautiful acres just minutes to Ellicottville’s skiing, dining & shopping. Perfect building lot for your new home. Close to Boyce Hill State Forest. Private, wooded, scenic corner lot with large road frontage.

MARGARET KANDEFER, Your Licensed Sales Agent INC.

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Office: 12 Monroe Street, PO Box 1012 • Ellicottville, NY • 716-699-8888

“FUN. NOSTALGIC. REFRESHING. CROWD PLEASING.”

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$27,500 ELLICOTTVILLE ML# B1011601 Totally remodeled home! Updated windows, roof, paint, drywall, doors, flooring, heating & kitchen. 3+ B/R’s, 3 full baths, plus in-law suite! Large deck, nicely landscaped.

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Meatball Marinara • Spicy Italian Veggie Delite JUMPSTART YOUR RESOLUTIONS WITH OUR FRESH FIT MENU!

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KEEP YOUR GAME SHARP!

Come dine at our 2nd location! Katy’s “Fly-In” Route 219, Great Valley, NY Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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Find us down the road in the Washington Square Plaza!

Rolling out our WINTER DRINK SPECIALS:

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SAY YES! TO SABA TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS TO AN INGREDIENT WHICH DELIGHTED EGYPTIAN PHARAOHS AND ROMAN EMPERORS By Chef Joshua McDowell

28 Monroe Street Downtown Ellicottville, NY 716-699-2537

Joshua McDowell is a graduate of the Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts of Pittsburgh, PA. He carries a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts and offers over 20 years of experience in the food service industry. He holds the position of Executive Chef at the Ellicottville Brewing Company.

CAST IRON BAKED BRIE AND SABA VINAIGRETTE WITH EBC LEMONGRASS WITTE Yes, yes, I know, most of us aren’t familiar with Saba. Well let me explain … it’s a very unique ingredient. This ingredient once delighted the taste buds of Egyptian pharaohs and Roman emperors alike. An ancient condiment brought back to life, it has an incredibly fruity flavor with notes of grapes, plums and raisins. Saba was created to avoid the pungency associated with traditional balsamic vinegars. Saba is a grape must reduction that adds a very caramelized grape flavor. You might be asking yourself, why do I need Saba? The reason behind its creation was the fact that most balsamic vinegars take a decade or more to fully age. Saba, unlike balsamic, is cooked, reducing the production time significantly.

FOR OUR RECIPE INGREDIENTS:

• 4-ounce fresh brie wheel • 1 shallot (thinly sliced) • 4 each whole cloves roasted garlic • 4 sprigs fresh thyme • 1 oz. Saba • 3 oz. Extra virgin olive oil • 5 each dried whole dates • 1 oz. toasted walnuts • ¼ loaf fresh baked French Bread (Get the good stuff, it’s worth it! I used a potato/rosemary bread for mine.) • Beer!

It’ll help if you have a 6-inch cast iron pan to bake the brie in, just because it looks super cool and rustic when served in cast iron. Quickly whisk the Saba and extra virgin olive oil; add the dried dates. Place brie wheel in cast iron pan on top of thyme sprigs. Top with roast garlic, sliced shallots, and Saba/date/oil mixture. Bake at 350° F for 8-10 minutes. (Our goal here is not to melt the brie, but to just soften it, and to marry the creaminess of the brie with the tang and fruit of the other ingredients.) Top with the toasted walnuts. Slice the “good” French bread, brush with butter and toast in oven. Add the beer to enhance your experience! EBC’s new Lemongrass Witte is perfect for this dish - a Belgian style Witte, light in color, medium body. It uses Canadian barley, American wheat, oats, coriander and orange peel. We also use lemongrass to give this beer a refreshing essence. It’s the perfect beer pairing thanks to the light citrus notes which accentuate the vigor of the Saba vinaigrette without overpowering the creamy luscious brie cheese. When you smear some of the brie on that tasty French bread crostini with all the fruity Saba tang, aromatic garlic/shallots, and earthiness of the walnuts, it’ll be sure to hit on all those happy little taste buds. A nice light “sip/gulp” of the beer will help the lactic acid build up in your legs from a long hard day of skiing or snowboarding … Happy winter, folks!

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d SNOWED-IN PRODUCT PICKS “SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS”

SHOP THESE LOCAL RETAILERS IN ELLICOTTVILLE AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES DURING YOUR NEXT VISIT! NIDECKER

PENDLETON BLANKETS

Dekdebruns Snow Sports 18 Washington St. • EVL 716.699.2754

Daff Dry Goods 17 Washington St. • EVL 716.699.2293

Welcome back Nidecker! After four years of not distributing in the U.S., Dekdebruns is excited to have Nidecker back in the store. This Swiss-based company has built a globally recognized reputation of quality snowboards since 1984, creating high-end all-mountain snowboards that were tested on the toughest of slopes - the Alps. In the men’s world, Dekdebruns carries a variety of models: the Play, Axis, Megalight, and Ultralight. For the ladies, they carry the Elle. And don’t forget about the lil’ rippers; the store offers the Prosper and Flake. Come check ‘em out!

Since the early 1900s, Pendleton Woolen Mills has honored America’s National Parks with a collection of distinctive park blankets, one of the first being Glacier National Park. Its markings and colors date back to the frontier trading posts. Traders would indicate the weight of the blanket offered in exchange for furs by holding up one finger for each pound. The original blankets incorporated three, four or five black stripes in the design, which indicated its value. Colors and variations have been adapted to reflect distinguishing characteristics of each park and blanket in the collection.

FIRE STARTERS

JINGLE BELLS

Zippo/Case Museum 1932 Zippo Dr. • Bradford, PA www.zippocasemuseum.com

Ameri-Can 11 Washington St. • EVL 716.699.6690

New outdoor accessories from Zippo deliver a flame that’s ready for anything! They’re designed to burn strong, and will be there to fuel your sense of adventure! Emergency Fire Starters, Tinders, and Typhoon Matches are sure to defy the elements. The new AxeSaw works as a mallet, bow saw and hatchet. Available now at the Zippo/Case Museum, just a short drive away! FREE to visit! Shop the complete line of Zippo & Case products including USA-made pocket lighters and knives!

Jingle Dogs, Jingle Moose, Jingle Horse and Jingle Buffalo! Handcrafted from thick leather, edge sealed and fastened with sturdy rivets, these jingle bells make for a fun and whimsical gift for any occasion. Great for training dogs and an inexpensive addition to your home security system. As you enjoy the winter fun in Ellicottville, be sure to stop into Ameri-Can, right next to Dina’s downtown. Proprietor Liz Boberg is proud to showcase many local artisans and craftsmen with a variety of specialized talents.

TRAIL SIGNS

ANTI-GROW POLES

The Mountain Shops @ Holiday Valley Resort 716.699.2345

Slopeside Mountain Shop @ HoliMont 716.699.2320

The next time you’re skiing or riding at Holiday Valley, take a memory of the resort home with you! Stop into the HV Mountain Shops and browse their selection of Trail Signs from Cindy’s Run to Morningstar to The Wall and more! Real trail names, real signs, that will look really great on the walls of your chalet. Holiday Valley has two Mountain Shops: one located at the base of the Main Lodge, and the other inside Yodeler Lodge. Late hours make shopping for souveniers convenient! See you on the slopes!

Buy one set of poles that will fit your child season after season. These telescopic poles from Leki can grow or shrink with the flip of a switch. The Leki Vario XS is available in the rental shop at HoliMont for $70 and have a lifetime warranty that is unmatched.

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WHIMSICAL WOODLAND

LAYRITE 10% OFF

Gallery 14731 14 Washington St. • EVL facebook.com/gallery14731

Jonny Barber Shop 13 Bristol Ln. • EVL 716.572-3321

The Whimsical Woodland returns to Ellicottville and they’re being joined by friends from the Agricultural Aristocracy! On view until Feb. 11th, this show features the work of Toronto artist Kari Serrao. Serrao’s encaustic (wax) paintings explore the relationship animals have with each other and with humans. Woodland and Agricultural animals are portrayed as aristocratic beings from another time, most graced with antlers which are worn like crowns growing from within and reaching upward. Stop by the Gallery and witness the Whimsical Woodland for yourself!

Get the good stuff … and for a limited time, get it at 10% off! Jonny Barber Shop is offering Layrite products for men at discounted prices! Layrite’s Natural Matte Cream Pomade is a lightweight, water based shaping cream perfect for those seeking a textured yet flexible all-day hold. Layrite’s Concentrated Beard Oil is expertly formulated by barbers and delivers superb moisturization to hair and skin, leaving your beard feeling softer, healthier and well groomed. Offer good through Jan. 20th or until supplies are gone.

BATTERY HEATED SOCKS

NORDICA ENFORCER

Hampshire Mills 890 Broad St. • Salamanca, NY 716.945.3100

Mud, Sweat n’ Gears 18 Monroe St. • EVL 716.699.8300

BRRR … it’s cold outside! Stop in and check out the super cool battery heated socks stocked at Hampshire Mills. They are the ultimate foot warmers perfect for indoors or out. Ideal for winter sports, hikers, hunters, construction workers, and senior citizens. Maximum warmth for extreme weather. Available in sizes medium and large for only $24.99 a pair.

The Nordica Enforcer series has repeatedly wowed the ski world, amassing awards left and right. Designed for those who embrace the entire mountain, the Enforcer series is the most versatile and advanced line of skis Nordica has ever made. Especially balanced, they’re at home laying down turns on groomers, blasting through crud, and floating effortlessly in powder. Thanks to a full wood core sandwiched between two sheets of metal, they deliver exceptional power and stability while still offering a smooth and playful ride.

KIMONO CLIPS

AUTHENTIC TOUCH

Gado Gado 26 Monroe St. • EVL 716.699.2128

Nature’s Remedy 626 Monroe St. • EVL 716.699.4372

Kimono Clips started with a love for Japanese textiles, with a mission to combine great design and materials into accessories that are a pleasure to behold, affordable and totally useful. They will certainly become a favorite in your accessories wardrobe, something comfortable for a day at work, the yoga studio, or a night out. The beautiful Japanese fabrics are handcrafted by artisans in Kyoto using traditional silk screen methods. These small family owned factories use antique silk screens. Once a screen wears out, that pattern is gone forever.

Take advantage of beneficial holistic and wellness services from Nature’s Remedy, including their fabulous Authentic Touch with Essential Cellular Oils. This session helps to energize and soothe the whole body through the application of 70 drops of pure essential oils along the spine, calming, soothing and grounding every body system. The shop’s certified essential oils coach performs this treatment on a unique Biomat Amethyst Infrared with 17 layers of Amethyst Crystals. Stop in to learn more about this and other services available.

SALT LAMPS / FOOT DOMES

“LOVE” ELLICOTTVILLE

Ellicottville Salt Cave 32 W. Washington St. • EVL 716.699.2068

Mud, Sweat n’ Gears 18 Monroe St. • EVL 716.699.8300

Bring in the New Year with an authentic Himalayan Salt Lamp. Feel the warmth and energy emitted by its natural beauty. Salt lamps are known to cleanse the air, prevent static electricity, reduce allergy symptoms, and combat stress, depression and anxiety. Ask about the Salt Cave’s foot domes, which directly heals and detoxifies for a healthier you! The salts naturally draw out toxins from the body to purify and ease aches and pains with each use. Be quick, though. Foot domes are limited and sell out quickly!

The Tee Bar is a must-visit during your Ellicottville ski trip. Along with ice cream (yes! it is served year-round in plenty of irresistible flavors), milkshakes, mountain waffles, specialty hot chocolate, coffee and other tasty treats, The Tee Bar boasts a floor full of Ellicottville branded apparel and gift items. Show your love for Ellicottville with their collection of campfire mugs (shown here) or pint glasses, fun custom Ellicottville stickers, long sleeves, baseball caps and more.

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AROUND TOWN: INSPIRED BY THE GREAT OUTDOORS MIKE TRAINOR Rustic, Reclaimed ... and Everything in Between

THE BEAR PAW SHOPPE Allegany State Park makes its mark in downtown Ellicottville

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By Caitlin Croft

By Mary Heyl

Just as with anything, trends come and go; and in the world of furniture the trends seem to change seasonally. The most recent and prominent trend has been Reclaimed Wood favoring Barnboard.

With its numerous camping sites, two lakes, delicious restaurant and unique shops, Allegany State Park is a hotspot for visitors and Cattaraugus County residents alike. And now Ellicottville resident, John Marino, has brought the park to downtown Ellicottville! Just a few weeks ago, Marino, who owns and operates Allegany State Park’s gift shops and general stores, opened The Bear Paw Shoppe at 38 Washington Street just in time for ski season. “Our shops in the park have grown so much over the past six years, and I’m happy to bring some of this merchandise, plus lots of new items, to Ellicottville,” said Marino, who was very pleased with the store’s opening weekend December 15-16.

Quietly in the furniture scene for some time now has been Mike Trainor creating unique custom pieces. Originally from Tonawanda, Trainor moved to Mansfield (just outside of Ellicottville) about 18 years ago. His kids had gone off to college and he decided it was time to pursue his passion - custom furniture. “After a career in the world of contractors, it was a breath of fresh air to start designing and building what I wanted to.” Trainor has always been careful to evolve with his client base as he has made a transition from Rustic, live-edge work to reclaimed barnboard work. “You need to pay attention to what your client wants, notice what pieces are popular and selling, then go with it.” Trainor owned a shop in the Adirondacks for six years, living half of the year there and the other half in Mansfield. This experience gave him great insight to where he wanted to see his work evolve into. “I would have people traveling 60+ miles to come and see the store to find that perfect gift or piece for their home.” This past summer he built himself a workshop one hundred feet from his home. “It’s the worst commute ever,” Trainor joked. “Living in Mansfield I get the best of both worlds; if I want the hustle and bustle of people it’s just a quick trip over the hill, but if it is time to disconnect I can enjoy the serenity of my property.” (Writer’s note: Just another reason people are drawn to Ellicottville and the surrounding area.) “90% of my work is custom and no two pieces are the same.” Trainor builds everything from shelving to end tables to coffee tables, incorporating a sleek industrial vibe. “It is best to be versatile when clients’ tastes and trends change so frequently. My favorite is when they give me an idea and say run with it. I have many clients who afford me that luxury frequently.” “During the Holiday Season, it is always serving trays and ottoman trays that are the big sellers. With people coming into Ellicottville for the winter months, you must have that perfect tray for all the après hors d’oeuvres.” Trainor’s shop can be found at 6278 Hart Road. “I love it when people stop by and check out what I am working on. It gets them personally involved in the project. Having a client understand how the piece came to life is so rewarding.” Trainor is also happy to work within budgets; if you have a unique concept in mind, just ask and he will do what he is able to. Trainor can be reached via email at bmt1064@gmail.com, by phone at 716-861-5710 or find him on Facebook. You can also find Trainor’s works available for sale at Ameri-Can located on the main drag in downtown Ellicottville, phone 716-699-6690.

If it seems as though Marino’s store opened practically overnight, that’s because it did! “Honestly, it was a very fast turn-around between acquiring the location and opening,” explained Marino. “It really took place in about three weeks’ time.” Indeed, Marino signed the lease for the 600-square foot space during the third week of November; fortunately, the space did not need much work - just a fresh coat of paint on the exterior. Along with his hardworking staff from the park’s retail stores, Marino set up the store and opened just a few weeks later! “We’re happy with the place, and it’s the perfect location. I’m really glad to have a place for my employees during the winter season - they’re a wonderful staff.”

The store, which sits between Subway and Dom’s Butcher Block, is conveniently located downtown in the Washington Square Plaza to offer shoppers a variety of merchandise that can’t be found in other stores. “We carry some of our park visitors’ favorite items including the Bear Paw Fudge, candles and décor items, but we have new items too, such as Ellicottville clothing and souvenirs, cards and educational toys,” explained Marino. Marino and his staff have taken advantage of the store’s wall space to display a great variety of decorative signs, which are popular gift items.

Marino’s passion for the outdoors has been a life-long pursuit. While Marino has called Ellicottville home in recent years, he has also lived in the Catskills, where he and his sister own ski shops, and at Allegany State Park, where he has been involved since 1994. “Our shops in the park have grown tremendously over the past few years, with the biggest jump in gift item sales, such as candles and décor,” said Marino. Visitors to the new Bear Paw Shoppe can look forward to a fresh array of merchandise, as items from the park’s stores and the Ellicottville store will move back and forth. Marino is also looking forward to adding new merchandise to the Bear Paw Shoppe throughout the winter months.

Although activity in Ellicottville changes at the end of ski season, Marino is quick to add that the Bear Paw Shoppe will be open year ‘round, especially since spring and summer are the busiest seasons at Allegany State Park. “There has always been a lot of back-and-forth traffic between the park and Ellicottville during the summer, as campers like to explore the area and many locals come to the park for the day,” Marino explained.

In fact, the growth of Allegany State Park will likely impact Ellicottville and increase traffic to Marino’s new store. “The park has about 800 properties, including campsites and cabins, that visitors can rent, which means we average anywhere from 2,500 to 3,500 visitors per night in the summer. There will be fifteen more cottages added to the Quaker side of the park that will be ready in May, which means even more visitors!”

For the winter season, the Bear Paw Shoppe will be open from 10am-5pm Sunday through Thursday, and 10am-7pm Friday and Saturday. Hours will be modified for the summer months, but Marino encourages readers to follow the Bear Paw Shoppe on Facebook for news and updates. “I love the snow, I love to ski, and I love Ellicottville,” said Marino, “and I’m happy to now be in business here.” Check out Ellicottville’s newest store and enjoy a taste of the park without having to leave town!

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Adventure...

The Olean Outdoor & Rec Sports Show allows you to explore the outdoors ... indoors!

Whether coming off the big game season, enjoying winter sports, gearing up for spring fishing or looking to spend a fun day with family, everyone will enjoy the 9th annual Greater Olean Area Outdoor & Rec Sports Show. It brings the whole of great outdoors under one roof! The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) is hosting the Sports Show at the Good Times of Olean Events Center Saturday, January 20 from 10am-5pm and Sunday, January 21 from 10am-3pm. CUTCO Cutlery Corporation, Ka-Bar Knives, Red Barn Gun Shop, Country Squirrel Outfitters, Microtel Inn & Suites of Olean, WPIG-FM and The Mountain have signed on as show sponsors. The Rec/Sports Show will provide an opportunity for the public to learn more about a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities close to home. Exhibits will include camping, paddle sports, hiking, cycling, all-terrain vehicles, hunting, snow and water-skiing, snowmobiling, bird watching, fishing, and more! Vendors to date include: Pfeiffer Nature Center, Bill Davis Knives, WPIG-FM / US Army, LeafFilter North of New York, Hy-Haven Criations, Cast Away Charters, Otto-Eldred Regional Youth Trap Team, Enchanted Mountains of New York, Allegany County and Cattaraugus County Pistol Clerks, Burning Asphalt Sauces, Air Ivanhoe, J&J Animal Products, Knapp’s Creek Volunteer Fire Company, KR Communications, Gutter Logic of Rochester/Buffalo, Gourmet Creations by Kim, MIDA, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Olean, Eagle Dream Rehab Center, Red Barn Gun Shop, Bobcat of Olean, Ench Mtn Chap. National Wild Turkey Federation, CUTCO KA-BAR Visitor Center, Maple Hill Blades, Spectacular Sports, New York Crossbow Coalition, Country Squirrel Outfitters, and The Mountain / Colonial Media. Country Squirrel Outfitters from Ridgway, PA will be the show’s official outfitter – they will bring down kayaks, bicycles and hiking supplies, info on snowshoes and cross country skiing, as well as hunting accessories. Come out and learn the basic differences in kayak body style, material quality, comfort considerations, safety essentials, transport and much more. Red Barn Gun Shop will be back for their fourth straight year of sponsoring the show raffle. They will display product lines of guns and rifles as well as accessories. Both Allegany and Cattaraugus County Pistol Clerks will be on the floor both days. CUTCO Cutlery and Ka-Bar Knives will also return as a show sponsor and vendor, showcasing their wide variety of household and hunting knifes. Vendors from last year’s show were pleased with the turnout. Tom and Renee Moore of Spectacular Sports, vendor from Frewsburg, NY said, “Sales and customer leads were great. We’ll be back next year!” From another vendor: “For a first time vendor at this show, Upcycle got our name out to many customers on the product lines we carry. The many contacts made today will definitely generate future sales,” stated Chris Piaggi, Manager. The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce will again host a raffle during the Show. The raffle includes a chance to win one of many prizes: GRAND PRIZE: Wicked Ridge Invader Crossbow (or any standard Glock or Crossbow; retail value $529); 2nd Prize: Hitachi Alpha LED 40” HDTV (retail value $349.99) donated by Pepsico, Pepsi Beverage Company of Jamestown, NY; and these additional prizes - CSO Tubbs Xplore Snowshoe Starter Kit (value $179.95); CSO Primus Profile Camp Stove (value $139); Ka-Bar Becker Crewman (retail value $121.76); CUTCO Gut Hook (retail value $119.00); Ka-Bar USMC retail value $104.90). Tickets are $5 each or five for $20 with a limit of 500 tickets sold. The drawing will be held January 21. Tickets can be purchased now at the GOACC office and at the show in January. The prizes were supplied by: Red Barn Guns, Franklinville, NY; CUTCO Cutlery Corporation, Olean, NY; Ka-Bar Knives, Olean, NY; and Country Squirrel Outfitters, Ridgway, PA. Admission to the show is $3 adults and $2 students/seniors. Children 12 and under are free with an adult. For more information on the Greater Olean Area Outdoor & Rec Sports Show or other GOACC events and activities, please call the GOACC office or email events@oleanny.com.

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2018 CASINO CONCERT KICK-OFF SENECA ALLEGANY ENTERS THE NEW YEAR WITH COMEDY, COUNTRY, AND ROCK FOR TICKETS: www.SenecaCasinos.com By Melanie Hulick

LARRY THE CABLE GUY SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 @ 7:00PM AND 10:00PM TICKETS START AT $35 I had the chance to talk with the hilarious comedian, and to say it was the funniest conversation I’ve ever had is an understatement. Larry has been in the business now for over 25 years and shows no signs of slowing down. Adding to his blue collar “Git-R-Done” brand of comedy, kids and parents alike will know him as the voice of Mater in the first “Cars” movie and “Cars 2”, the follow up. With all that is going on around the world, this year, more than ever, would be the time to make plans to catch one of this funny man’s shows. “You have to have laughter in your life … you need that break,” the comedian said. Trust me … you will laugh out loud … I’ve seen his show a couple of times through the years and have always come out feeling like I was just at a “laugh fest” - sore stomach and all. We featured Larry in our December SNOWED-IN edition with a full interview. If you missed it you can check it out at this link: http://www.ellicottvillesnow.com/ article/2017/11/git-r-done

*How did the “Git-R-Done” slogan, that is synonymous with the comic, come about? … Go to the link to hear it from Larry himself.

RANDY HOUSER FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 @ 7:00PM TICKETS START AT $35 Bursting onto the country music scene as a singer in 2008 with his debut album, “Anything Goes”, Houser has remained a country music favorite among country fans around the world, having recently returned from his first ever tour in the UK to critically acclaimed reviews. Houser taught himself to play the guitar at a very young age and fronted his own band by age ten. Before becoming a solo artist, the singer, who was born in Mississippi, moved to Nashville and turned to a career in songwriting. As a songwriter, since 2002, he has teamed up with some of Nashville’s best writers and co-wrote songs like “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk”, which was recorded by country superstar Trace Adkins, and “Back That Thing Up” which was recorded by newcomer Justin Moore. Don’t miss this down-home country music show where you will hear the hits like “Anything Goes”, “Boots On”, “How Country Feels”, “ Chasing Down A Good Time” and “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight”.

Having released four successful albums and receiving numerous CMT and CMA music nominations that range from New Artist of the Year, Best Music Video and most recently Song of the Year in 2015 for “Like A Cowboy”, Houser has proven he has staying power and is recognized as a country music force.

FOREIGNER SATURDAY, MARCH 3 @ 7:00PM TICKETS START AT $45 This marks the band’s 40th anniversary that has garnered some of the best and most well known songs in the music business. It all started with their debut album released in 1977, which produced hits like “Feels Like the First Time” and “Cold As Ice”. Following their first album, Foreigner continued to put albums out that resulted in hit after hit of top charting songs that are still played on rock and adult contemporary radio stations worldwide today. Songs like “Urgent”, “Juke Box Hero”, and two all time favorite rock ballads: the global number one hit “I Want To Know What Love Is” and the record breaking “Waiting For A Girl Like You”. Selling out shows time and again is proof that longtime fans and new fans alike are joining the Foreigner music train. Keeping up with the band has gone to new heights as they have racked up over 400 million YouTube views and counting, as well as 75 million albums sold. Members of the band have changed through the years, but their unmistakable sound, heavy in brass laden songs and some of the best saxophone solos, like in the song “Urgent”, this band is not slowing down or losing their fan appeal any time soon.

Marking their 40th anniversary milestone, founder and Songwriter Hall of Famer Mick Jones is joining the iconic rock band on the road, making this a “must see” musical event of 2018.

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2018 IS THE YEAR OF THE DOG

According to Chinese zodiac, 2018 is the Year of Earth Dog, with energies being dominated by the Earth element. In 2018, success - in love and in work - depends primarily on the quality of communication between people. It’s a great year for lifestyle changes!

HIT THE TRAILS A healthy lifestyle change is to spend more time outdoors, enjoying the beauty of the Earth. In the Allegheny National Forest Region of northwestern Pennsylvania, there are over 600 miles of multi-use, four-season trails. All are dog friendly! Begin with an easy trail at Marilla Reservoir. The Marilla Bridges Trail is an easy 1-mile loop trail around the reservoir. Along with being an easy trail to start with, you have great scenery, as the Eric Benjamin Wooden Covered Bridge spans the spillway. The trail is located along Rt. 346, five miles west of the City of Bradford. Parking is alongside the road, with easy access to the trail. tunavalleytrail.com. Moving up in difficulty is the Kinzua Valley Trail. This 7-mile linear trail is specifically good for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. The change in incline along the trail is minimal. The trail is located along the banks of scenic Kinzua Creek. You have a good chance of viewing wildlife and a variety of birds along this trail. There are two trailheads: the first one is in Westline, Pennsylvania. The Westline Inn, located nearby, offers great opportunities for dining after a workout along the trail. For those seeking a more primitive, nature based experience, use the trailhead along Rt. 321 North located near the Red Bridge Campground. This trail is not groomed. kinzuavalleytrail.org For a rustic, backwoods experience, plan on hiking or cross-country skiing the Hidden Valley Passage (a 3.5-mile loop), or the more difficult Marilla Springs Trail (a 3.6-mile point-to-point trail). Marilla Springs is for the experienced hiker as it has progressive changes in elevation, through old growth forest. Maps of all the trails listed above, along with others, can be viewed and downloaded at visitANF.com. Start your 2018 healthy lifestyle with an easy loop on the Marilla Bridges Trail.

DE-STRESS AT THE SPA Sacred Spaces Holistic Center is about improving your life through health-conscious choices. They offer space for your mind to quiet down, for your body to find healing, and for your spirit to recharge. Plus, I’m sure you will agree a massage just feels good! At Sacred Spaces, they believe each and every person has the ability to heal themselves through diet, lifestyle and preventative, compassionate care and individualized maintenance. Their professional and licensed staff offer modalities and techniques as individual as you are. They listen to everything you say - and they don’t judge - they simply offer you a chance to make a real change in your own health and wellbeing.

Let Sacred Spaces Holistic Center guide you to healthy living. Skatetacular Dreams on Ice: January 25, 2018. Tickets are on sale now.

Begin 2018 with a mission to decrease stress. Their services include Ayurvedic lifestyle therapies and consults to rejuvenate and nourish, manual lymphatic technique, couples and pregnancy massage, and natural skin care treatments. Sign up for cleansing and detoxifying treatments and expert massage therapy for relaxation and rehabilitation. Other services include instruction in mindfulness techniques, meditation, yoga and natural healing workshops. Their professional and licensed staff holds to a high standard of service in order to provide you with the optimal experience. Sacred Spaces Holistic Center is located at 105 Mechanic Street, Bradford, PA. Get in touch by calling 814-596-1004, or e-mail donniagd@ gmail.com. sacredspaceshc.com

LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE Skatetacular Dreams on Ice will be performing, Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 7:30pm at the Bromeley Family Theater in the Univ. of Pitt-Bradford’s Blaisdell Hall. This all-star cast of world famous professional ice skaters, singers, dancers, and cirque acts will glide across the stage in this first- ever, all original, live ice musical. The performance features an amazing mix of the music of today with a twist of cirque and comedy. The Mirror Mirror Music soundtrack accompanies the cast as they dream through the seasons in search of eternal winter, but beware nothing is more powerful than your imagination, for in a moment, you could be skating right into a fiery solstice or winter storm. As a member of the audience it is up to you to help Ella find her path back to her winter dream. This new age ice show is a great interactive show for everyone, featuring a wonderful storyline which is sure to connect to audiences worldwide.

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All seats are only $29.00. Catch the show at the Bromeley Family Theater, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA. Tickets may be purchased by calling 814-362-2522 between 8:30am3:30pm Monday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased online at bcpac.com.

MUSIC MOVES THE SOUL Two-time Grammy award-winning artist and eighth-generation Louisiana Creole Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience will be performing on Friday, February 2, 2018 at the Bromeley Family Theater in Bradford. Simien and his Zydeco Experience band have played over 7,000 concerts in more than 45 countries. They performed their original song “Dance Everyday” in the Warner Brothers film “The Lucky One” and “Gonna Take You There” in Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. Terrance and his band mates have shared studio and stage with Robert Palmer, Stevie Wonder, Los Lobos, Taj Mahal, Dr. John, the Meters, Alan Toussaint, Paul Simon and Dave Matthews Band, to name a few. Zydeco music is a genre that evolved in southwest Louisiana by French Creole speakers which blends blues, rhythm and blues, and music indigenous to the Louisiana Creoles and the Native people of Louisiana. Typical instruments include a fiddle, accordion, vest frottoir, drums, guitar, bass guitar, and the washboard. It is foot-tapping, uplifting music which will move your soul. Concert begins at 7:30pm. Tickets are $25.00, with student tickets priced at $10.00. Tickets may be purchased by calling the box office at 814-362-5113 or at upb.pitt.edu/TheArts.

MARDI GRAS PARTY AT THE BROMELEY For those attending the Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience performance on Feb. 2nd, a Mardi Gras Party with Beer Tasting Event will be held at 5:30pm - before the performance which begins at 7:30pm. This event will be in the lobby of the Bromeley Family Theater. The tasting is included in with the price of your ticket to the performance. Devils Backbone Brewing Company will be the brewery featured. They have been producing award-winning beers in the Virginia Heartland since 2008. Devils Backbone is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. Their recipes are inspired by the great brewing traditions of Europe and the ingenuity of modern craft brewing. Their signature beers represent Devils Backbone’s core brewing principles: balance, approachability, and trueness of style. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.

MAKE SOME TRACKS The Kinzua Bridge State Park has a snowshoe loaner program. There is no fee for the program, and entrance into the park is free. Go to the Visitors Center at the park, show them your driver’s license, and they will loan you a pair of snowshoes to explore the park. Why not strap them on and try making tracks on the original “Tracks Across the Sky” - the Kinzua Sky Walk? For those new to the sport, park staff can assist you in learning how to use them. The number of snowshoes for the loaner program is limited, so it is advisable to call ahead. The park phone number is 814-778-5467. Dogs are welcome at the park, but they must be on a leash. Winter hours at the Visitors Center are Monday through Saturday 8am-4pm. The Skywalk is open from 8am to dusk. The Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitors Center is located at 296 Viaduct Road, Mount Jewett, PA. visitanf.com/kinzua-sky-walk-kinzua-bridge-state-park

MARILLA WINTER TREK The Marilla Winter Trek is a fun, family friendly event. It will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2018 starting at noon and going until 4pm. Hosted by the Tuna Valley Trail Association, this event is an invitation to the public to get outside and enjoy the trails during the winter season. Everyone who wants to hike, ski or snowshoe are welcome. For those who wish to try crosscountry skiing or snowshoeing, loaner equipment and instructors will be available on-site. The event is hosted at Marilla Reservoir, located just five miles to the west of Bradford. Marilla Reservoir is open year-round for public recreation and offers great ice-fishing op-

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portunities, and a variety of trails good for snowshoeing.

At the gazebo area along the Marilla Bridges Trail, there will be snacks, hot cider and hot cocoa. A warming bonfire along the trail will provide a chance to warm up and socialize with other trail enthusiasts. Hot dogs and sticks are provided for roasting marshmallows or hot dogs over the open fire.

There will be four-wheel drive trucks driven by trail volunteers to transport people to the top of the Marilla Springs Trail for those who want to ski back to the reservoir site. The trail head site for this part of the event starts out in Stickney, past the Willows Restaurant. Trail length is about four miles and ends up back at the reservoir.

The Marilla Bridges Trail is a 1-mile loop which circles the Reservoir. The White Pine Trail is a 3-mile loop through towering old-growth forest, and Marilla Springs offers a more difficult cross-country/snowshoe experience during the winter.

Meet at the trailhead at Marilla Reservoir, along Rt. 346 west of the City of Bradford to join in the fun. For more information about the Marilla Winter Trek visit tunavalleytrail.com.

SNOWMOBILERS “DO THE LOOP”

The number one exciting trip into the snow-covered mountains of the Allegheny National Forest in Pennsylvania has over 300 miles of groomed trails with interconnecting loops. The trail loops through the forest, with trail access from multiple locations including Lantz Corners at the intersection of Rt. 219 & Rt. 6.

In the northern section near Willow Bay, the trail connects to the 90 miles of New York snowmobile trails in Allegany State Park. Helmets and state registration are required for both Pennsylvania and New York if you are riding across the state line on both trail systems.

To check out current weather and trail conditions in the northern portion of the forest, please call the Bradford Ranger Station at 814-363-6000. For the southern section of trail, phone the Marienville Ranger Station at 814-927-5700. Pennsylvania snowmobile registration can be done online at snowatvreg.dcnr.state.pa.us.

GUIDED SNOWMOBILE TOURS IN THE ANF

A fun way for groups (and for new riders) to find the best stops along the trail is to book the Overnight/Snowmobile Rental Tour Package at Lantz Corners Getaway. You can ride from your room! The hotel is close to gas and services, and offers plenty of free parking. The Barrel House Restaurant next door offers early breakfast, lunch and dinner in a casual friendly atmosphere, and the tavern is great for relaxing after a day’s riding. The package includes overnight for two, with breakfast, one snowmobile rental each, insurance, head gear, and trail map for $247.50 (or for two nights $285) plus tax per person.

To book your Tour Package at Lantz Corners Getaway, 2952 Route 219, Lantz Corners, Pennsylvania, please call 814-778-5391. To book online go to lantzcorners.com.

DON’T OWN A SLED? RENT ONE AT MYERS

At Myers Motorsports you may rent ATVs, UTVs or snowmobiles. Pickup and delivery are available. Snowmobilers may ride over 300 miles of groomed trails with interconnecting loops through the beautiful scenery of the Allegheny National Forest. Motorized trails include Majestic Kamp & Lost Trails, which is open year-round. Access is also available at Willow Bay near the Pennsylvania/New York state line to the trail system in the Allegany State Park, New York.

Myers Motorsports is located at 3176 Route 219, Lantz Corners, PA. For more information on rentals and fees call 814-779-3745 or visit www.myersmotorsports.info.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

The Allegheny National Forest Region Visitors Guide & Map includes information on lodging, restaurants, events and things to see and do in the area. This free 64-page brochure with map is available by calling 800-473-9370, or go online to visitANF.com.

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SNOW DAY! PLAY IN THE ALLEGHENY NATIONAL FOREST REGION Over 360 miles of groomed trails.

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