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VOLUME 5 ISSUE 49
DECEMBER 2 - 8, 2016
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Christmas Stroll & Reindog Parade
Fri • Freddie & Friends • 9pm Sat • Live & Kickin• 9pm Tues • The Hick Ups • 6:30pm Wed • Wagner & Winston • 8pm Thursday • Freddie & Friends • 8pm 20 Washington St • 699-2530
Fri • Flipside • 7pm Sat • Bleeding Hearts • 6pm
20 Monroe St • 699-4162
Upcoming Events in Ellicottville
See the Complete Christmas Stroll Schedule on Page 7.
11th Annual Irish Christmas Friday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m.
A Night of Irish Magic
When you walk through the gates at Ellicottville Brewing Company, the first thing you will see is the table full of cakes and pies, baked by Bob’s friends who have taken their favorite receipe and created a mouthwatering unique masterpiece. The pie or cake can be yours for a small donation. When asked where did this all start, McCarthy would answer, “It started with a little magic.” The reality is it came from the goodness of his heart. You see, it was more than 10 years ago that the concept of Irish Christmas was born. To be sure, it was born out of a need as a Christmas tradition was about to be no longer. Yes, the closing of the Family Support Center and Santa’s Workshop, having run See Irish Christmas page 2
Eagles Hold Off Cardinals
By Indrek Kongats The home opener for the ECS High School boys basketball was nothing but thrilling, especially in the main event—the boys’ Varsity game. See page 4.
Dec. 2 Bob McCarthy’s Irish Christmas
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Ellicottville’s annual Christmas Stroll is always a day to remember. On Saturday, Dec. 3, get into the spirit of the season as the village continues to be merry. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., head to the annual Christmas Bazaar at the United Church on Elizabeth Street and shop for unique gifts for everyone on your list. Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church will have their annual display of Nativity and Angels for all to see, on Martha Street. From 4 to 5:30 p.m., Santa arrives at Villaggio to greet all the good little boys and girls. Meanwhile, Mrs. Claus will be busy in her kitchen at Katy’s Café serving up cookies. Throughout the day, elves will be circulating the village with candy, carolers will be strolling with their tunes, and you may even catch a glimpse of a live camel roaming the streets. At 4:30 p.m., the everpopular Rein Dog parade will make its way down Washington Street as pet owners dress their companions up in their holiday best. The evening comes to a close with a living Nativity. The children of Ellicottville, as well as a camel, donkey and a few other surprises, use the village to tell the story of that first Christmas, the journey and the birth of Jesus. The procession begins at 6 p.m., ending at the Village gazebo, where the pageant will take place with the story and celebrations. The holiday spirit is alive and well in Ellicottville—come be part of the magic during the Christmas Stroll!
Dec. 3 Christmas Stroll Dec. 9 Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party Dec. 17 Demo Day Holiday Valley Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Party & Torchlight Parade Holiday Valley
ASP’s Park Restaurant Open Year-Round By Alicia Dziak
If you’re one of the many die hard Allegany State Park visitors, this winter will bring you a pleasant surprise—the Park Restaurant, located on the second floor of the Red House Administration Building, will be open through the snowy months. “With coming off a very good See ASP Park Restaurant page 11
M&T Bank Plans Feb. 2017 Relocation By Jennie Acklin
Christina Smith, branch manager of the Ellicottville M&T Bank, confirmed the corporate plans to relocate from their current location at 3 Washington Street to 47 Washington Street, the former Kwik Fill location at the corner of Mill Street. Due to the close proximity of the current Ellicottville branch to the new location, Friday, Feb. 10, 2017 will be the last day of business at 3 Washington St., which will then be permanently closed at 2 p.m. The former Kwik Fill building has been
Christina Smith, Ellicottville branch manager.
Holiday Valley had a fun “pre-season” opening Nov. 26-27, but due to the weather, the resort will be closed this weekend. For more info about this and other upcoming events, see page 5.
See M&T Bank Relocation page 9