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1. YWCA Westfield Hosts 52nd Annual Arts & Crafts Festival in Moore Park - Over

150 vendors and 5,000 attendees expected to attend

YWCA Westfield announces its annual Arts & Crafts Festival will take place the weekend of July 26th and 27th. The free two-day event is held at Moore Park, where visitors will be able to browse dozens of booths offering handmade items including original art, home and lawn decor, clothing, accessories and toys.

“Every year, the Arts & Crafts Festival gets bigger and bigger and even better. Our Board of Directors really put in the hard work that goes into making it happen.” said YWCA Westfield Executive Director Stephanie Stevens. “This event is such a celebration of creativity and community and we really look forward to it.”

Over 150 vendors will offer a variety of craftwork and approximately 5,000 people are expected to attend over the course of the weekend.

In addition to the shopping opportunities there will be a wide variety of food vendors.

“The Arts & Crafts Festival brings together the community as well as welcomes visitors to the area each year,” said YWCA Westfield Board President and event Chairperson Kathryn Bronstein. “Local art and craftwork is featured and it gives us a chance to show off what this region has to offer! Visitors can even stay in the YWCA Westfield Air BNB’s.”

Since its launch in 1971, proceeds of more than $160,000 have been

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invested to support community projects such as holiday decorations, a freezer for the soup kitchen, park benches, new trash cans and lights for safety and beautification.

In 1992, YWCA Westfield took on the planning and hosting of the event which is now known as the YWCA Westfield Arts & Crafts Festival.

At that time Linda Dunn who was one of the event’s original organizers said that the event was ready for new leadership and that after 20 successful years, she believed it would continue for 20 more. Last year marked 31 more years, and the YWCA Arts & Crafts Festival is still going strong.

Mark your calendars now so you can plan to make the most of this event. For those attending, parking is available throughout the Village as well as at the Westfield Academy and Central School bus garage with continuous shuttles to the park and back. Proceeds from booth rentals are now used by the YWCA Westfield to support its mission of empowering women and eliminating racism.

Information about the event including how vendors can participate can be found at ywcawestfield.org About YWCA Westfield YWCA Westfield opened its doors in 1894 to meet the needs of the women and girls in Westfield and the surrounding community.

Throughout the years the organization has grown and changed to meet local needs, but the agency remains a membership organization.

A nonprofit, YWCA Westfield offers community programming that supports the YWCA USA mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. In 2020, YWCA Westfield renovated part of its facility to add AirBnB overnight accommodations to welcome and host visitors to the Chautauqua region.

2. Make plans to attend the 2024 Cattaraugus County Fair July 27th through August

3rd, 2024 - Our fair is celebrating 181 years of operation!

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We are a hometown, familyfriendly, all-around fun fair! We pride ourselves on staying affordable in this ever-changing world. The fair has a HUGE free grounds entertainment package included with your admission. With 3-4 shows daily for the Sea Lion Splash, Swifty Swine Racing Pigs and more, there’s sure to be a free show taking place during your visit!

In between riding rides and visiting grounds shows, our fair offers a wide array of livestock, horses, rabbits, and poultry to visit as well as almost one hundred vendors both food and non-food!

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Food and Vendor - Our fair offers all the typical fair foods you crave throughout the year!

We have the best and biggest slices of pizza and fried dough, awesome homemade pies, tasty ice cream, fresh curly fries, taffy, candy apples and, of course, hearty Italian sausage sandwiches!

Opening Hours - Gates open daily at 8 a.m. Midway opens everyday at 1 p.m. Pay One Price, 2 and over $15.00 includes unlimited rides!

​ endors come from several states as well as local groups looking to V fund their projects for the upcoming year. Our fair would not be what it is without the many vendors who showcase throughout the week!

​ nimals are in place Saturday preceding the fair • ​Vendors are A typically open from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., depending on the crowd.

Daily Admission and Special Pricing - General Admission (includes gates and rides) - $15

Parking - We offer FREE parking behind the fairgrounds! This parking lot is directly behind the grandstand with easy access to the fairgrounds grandstand gate. Handicapped parking is also available in this free lot.

​Pre-sale General Admission (July 1st through July 26) - $12

Tram rides are typically available daily 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. depending on crowds.

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(Pre-sale tickets on sale at the Fairgrounds, All Cattaraugus County Banks, Cattaraugus County Federal Credit Union, South Dayton Super Duper and Olean, Allegany, Salamanca, Gowanda & Orchard Park Area Community Banks.) ​Youth Day (15 yrs & under) - $8 - Monday, July 29, Between 8 am - 4 pm ​Sr. Citizen’s Day (62 yrs & over) - $8 – Tuesday July 30, all day ​Children Under 2 Years (Gate Only) - FREE ​Auto Parking Behind Grandstand (Day or Night) – FREE Grandstand events - Saturday - $10.00, Sunday - $7.00, Tuesday -$55, $42, Wednesday - $40, $30, Monday, Friday, Saturday - $10.00 each show ​ it passes - $30 for demo and truck pull, must be entering with a P vehicle. No one under 16 in the pits!

Grandstand Events: Saturday, 7/27/24 Big Rig Truck Pull, 6:30 pm • Sunday, 7/28/24, 8 pm, Broken B Rodeo • Monday, 7/29/24, 7 pm, Demolition Derby • Tuesday, 7/30/24, 7:30 pm, Tyler Hubbard Concert • Wednesday, 7/31/24, 7:30 pm, Cooper Alan Concert • Thursday, 8/1/24, 7:30 pm, WNY Pro Pulling Series • Friday, 8/2/24, 7:30 pm, Monster Truck Rally • Saturday, 8/3/24, 1:30 pm, Monster Truck Rally • Demolition Derby & Bus Demo 6:30 pm. Each day offers something new and exciting, whether it’s an animal competition, demo derby, concert or Monster Truck! The fair will be held at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, 501 Erie Street in Little Valley, NY. For complete information & schedule of events www. cattarauguscofair.com Be sure to visit the little fair with a big value in 2024!

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4. Hometown Service! For generations, Jim Nichols’ Hometown Service has been

a proud tradition of auto repair in Dunkirk. Located on Eagle Street in the heart of the Dunkirk lakefront, we are happy to greet you at the door with any problem you may be experiencing with your car, van, SUV or truck. From routine preventative maintenance like oil changes, brakes and tires to the biggest leak or mechanical problem, our techs have you covered. Although we are a very busy shop, we have a reputation of getting you in as soon as possible to look at and diagnose the problem; fixing it and getting you back on the road! In fact, the community has always been right behind us and we have been voted the Observer’s Reader’s Choice Best of the Best for 8 years non-consecutively. Don’t forget that it is NYS Inspection season. Take a look at your sticker and call us for an appointment! 716-366-AUTO (2886) is easy to remember and a phone number you should keep in your glovebox!

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6. Patty’s Pet Grooming is located at 11171 Urban Road, Dunkirk, NY. Patty’s offers full service dog grooming from small to large, baths and brush outs, pedicures, too.

Are you going on vacation or out of town? Board with Patty’s Pet Grooming. Your pet will be pampered and well taken care of as if they were Patty’s own.

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8. Fredonia Farm Festival Saturday, August 24th & Sunday, August 25th, 2024

Interested in doggie day care for your pet? Join the doggie day care program. If interested, call for details. Patty’s also offers flea protection for your four legged friends. She also sell leashes, beds, and other pet supplies. Grooming service is by appointment only. All pets must be up to date on all vaccinations.

The Fredonia Farm Festival Committee is currently busy preparing a new line-up of events for the 2024 Fredonia Farm Festival. Thank you to our sponsors: DFT Communications, Kravitz Tree Service, and Chautauqua County for making this festival possible.

Comments from Patty’s Pet Grooming clients include “We have been taking our dog there for years. They have a very clean and safe facility”. “My dog loves coming here and always comes out groomed perfectly”.

Don’t wait - call Patty’s today to schedule your pet grooming, Our team is working hard to bring you the boarding or other services today. Their phone number is 716-366-1207. best festival we possibly can. We will be welcoming you back to 7. Gowanda Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge 1382 is located the beautiful Barker Commons in the historic downtown Village of Fredonia. This year is the 56th year of the Fredonia Farm Festival. The at 201 Aldrich Street, Gowanda NY. They are a non-profit charity run festival attracts many people to our area and was initially created to business and host many fund-raising dinners and community events celebrate our local farmers, a tradition that we are happy to be able to help our area residents and more. to carry on to this day. The festival will be fun for all ages and will have many craft vendors, great food, and fantastic entertainment WING night is held every Tuesday with other dinner specials and you including ‘Two Towns’ on Saturday at 7:00pm and ‘Party McFly’ on should stop in on Fridays for their Fish Fry Dinner and other specials Sunday at 4:00pm as well as the traditional grand parade on Sunday starting at 3pm. They’re open Tuesdays for food 3-7pm (bar open afternoon at 1:00pm. For more information watch our website (www.

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If you have any immediate questions, you can email us at Follow us on facebook www.facebook.com/lodge1382 for more farmfestivalfredonia@gmail.com, or reach out to our co-chairs: events and happenings at the Gowanda Loyal Order of Moose or to Lauren Boyle at 716-444-5434 or Greg Krauza at 716-680-2022. learn more about the Moose Club organization and its mission visit the Loyal Order of Moose website www.mooseintl.org/location/1382- WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU! gowanda. We hope to see you at our location soon.

9. FESTIVALS FREDONIA - FESTIVAL

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Taste • Explore • Learn • Shop

Fredonia’s Annual Festival Italia or otherwise known as the Fredonia Italian Heritage Festival will again be held at the Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St., this year on June 22, 2024 from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm.

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Children’s Activities will include crafts, bingo, interactive exhibits, and much more!

Meet Mario and Luigi from Mario Kart and Super Smash Brothers! Visit our local food and wine vendors!

Kicking off the activities in the morning will be the blessing of the festival and special Italian Dancers from Erie, PA! Late afternoon into the evening includes crafts and Italian themed vendors, lots of music

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and plenty of Italian food and wine. Listen to some great music from our Italian themed bands. Also, the Fredonia Beaver Club will be hosting a Morra numbers tournament, one of the oldest and loudest games in Italian history, with lots of laughs and plenty of fun. Come eat food, drink some wine, shop, dance, laugh and have a good time!

During your time at Festival Italia, please visit one of the on-site local restaurants offering Festival Italia specials – Mark’s Blasdell Pizza, Mr. D’s (Don Bennice) Italian Sausage, Rural Ministry spaghetti, meatballs and cannolis, Fred’s, CIAO’s Italian cookies and Gelati’s Italian Ice! Grab some Italian themed merchandise items and basket raffle tickets at our Festivals Fredonia tent!

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Looking for a new special summer fun drink? Ask them for help in finding that perfect cocktail or wine to refresh your summer spirit! They carry a wide selection of local, domestic and imported wines along with a large variety of liquor and cocktails for every person’s pleasure.

Stop in today and see what’s new at Main Wines.

11. National Comedy Center Announces RecordBreaking Comedian Nate Bargatze Will Headline the Final Night of the 2024 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival

Don’t forget to sign up for the 5th Annual Fredonia’s Best Meatball Contest, and annual Wine Making Contest. Download the form at www.festivalsfredonia.ny.org/festival-italia Schedule of Events: 11:00 AM – blessing of the Festival 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Italian Dancers from Erie, PA 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Children’s Activities 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM – Craft Vendors 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM - Food and Wine Vendors 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM – Ian Messana Liedke 2:00 PM – Meatball / Wine Making Contest Winners Announced 2:00 PM until...? - Wine garden under the tent!

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM - Happy Days Band 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM – The Formula Band Stick around after the festival for another band provided by the Fredonia Beaver Club and enjoy the music by Party McFly! About Festivals Fredonia: Festivals Fredonia’s mission is to contribute to a high quality of life in Fredonia and surrounding communities by presenting lively, varied recreational and cultural opportunities to Village and area residents and visitors. Festivals Fredonia is always looking for energetic volunteers to assist in planning and carrying out each year’s festivals. Contact us at festivalsfredoniany@gmail.com

10. Main Wines is located next door to Jim’s Dry Cleaners at 158

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The wait is over! The National Comedy Center announces record-breaking comedian Nate Bargatze will headline the final night of the 2024 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival on Saturday, August 3rd, at the Northwest Arena in Jamestown.

Widely known for his clean, relatable comedy for audiences of all ages, Bargatze is one of the hottest names in comedy, selling out shows and breaking attendance records around the world with his current “The Be Funny” tour. He’s also been hailed as “The Nicest Man in Stand-up” by The Atlantic magazine and a “Rising Star” by CBS Mornings. Bargatze was nominated for a Grammy® for Best Comedy Album for his 2021 Netflix special “The Greatest Average American, which follows his other acclaimed Netflix specials The Tennessee Kid and The Standups.

Bargatze’s show at the 2024 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival marks a return to Jamestown for the comedian, having performed at the festival

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honoring Lucille Ball’s 100th birthday in 2011. He was back again last fall to tour the National Comedy Center for the first time.

“I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the National Comedy Center and it’s just awesome.” Bargatze said. “The interactivity of all the exhibits is amazing – there is nothing else like it. So, it’s a thrill for me to perform at the National Comedy Center’s Lucille Ball Comedy Festival this August.

I hope everyone will come out to see us in Jamestown – and visit the Comedy Center before our show.”

“We were thrilled to have Nate visit the National Comedy Center last fall and look forward to bringing him back to Jamestown for a special headlining performance this August,” said National Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson, adding, “he’s become a great friend and supporter of our mission.”

Bargatze joins previously announced headliners: acclaimed comedians Nicole Byer on Thursday, August 1st and “Roastmaster General” Jeff Ross on Friday, August 2nd – both performing at Jamestown’s Reg Lenna Center for the Arts.

In addition to the headliners, six Comedy Late Night shows will take place Thursday, August 1st – Saturday August 3rd, featuring over 20 of the most popular artists currently performing in comedy clubs

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Overall, the festival features 50 live events over four days and celebrates comedy’s contemporary stars and rising talent from across the country, while also celebrating the artform’s great heritage including Jamestown’s own, Lucille Ball.

Tickets for the Nate Bargatze show will go on pre-sale for National Comedy Center Members on Tuesday, June 25 at noon ET through Wednesday, June 26 at 11:59 pm. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, June 27 at noon ET, at ComedyCenter.org.

To become a National Comedy Center Member in order to gain first access to available seats for Nate Bargatze during the pre-sale ticket window, visit ComedyCenter.org/membership or call the National Comedy Center at 716.484.2222. Memberships start at $75 and provide year-round benefits including a “season pass” for visiting the awardwinning National Comedy Center.

Tickets for the Jeff Ross and Nicole Byer shows, along with other festival events, including the Late Night comedy shows and Lucy legacy events, are currently on sale to the public at ComedyCenter.org.

12. 44th Annual Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival -

Celebrating Artistic Excellence and Family Fun! This year’s event takes place on Saturday, September 7th & Sunday, September, 8th at the Warren County Fairgrounds, 371 Barton Run Road, Pittsfield, PA. Held rain or shine, hours are 10 am to 5 pm, each day.

Every year the weekend after Labor Day, the Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival opens its gates to a crowd of art enthusiasts, crafters, family, and friends. There is always excitement in the air - the sounds of kettle corn popping and artists greeting new and longtime customers, the sights of vibrant-colored mums and crisp fall apples,

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July 20 & 21 World War II Weekend Train Ride

August 24 Whiskey On Wheels

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and the smells of homemade pie and apple strudel. Children tug on their parents’ hands, steering them to the petting zoo, families marvel at the magician’s humor and tricks, and friends enjoy good conversation and a tasty meal while their feet tap to live music. In amongst all this festivity, true artistic talent and creativity abound. The celebration of handcrafted artistry is the foundation of this event, and keeping tradition with its award-winning reputation, the festival brings together an array of artistic talents to present a show that is unsurpassed.

In addition to spotlighting the tradition of handcrafted art, Wild Wind is proud to honor the value of time spent with family and friends.

Children can delight in the ever-popular traveling petting zoo, face painting, balloon artistry, and more. Another favorite is the Tamarack Wildlife Center, with its birds of prey exhibit and lectures. Of special note, Alexander the Magician is back to delight the crowd with a new twist on his unique blend of humor and enchantment. The festival also welcomes chainsaw carvers, Brian Fox, from Fox Sawmill & Custom Design, and Lisa Barr, from Barrnone Carvings & Creations. Their talents in crafting birds, bears, turtles, and more will be on full display, and visitors are encouraged to watch the action! With equal excitement,

Saturday & Sunday July 13th & 14th & August 17th & 18th 11am – 5pm Located in the Village Park of Bemus Point On the Beautiful Chautauqua Lake

15th Annual All Handcrafted Fine Arts and Crafts Show and Sale Artisans from WNY & Northern PA Paintings, Photography, Jewelry, Woodworking and More Many new vendors joining us this year!!

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other demonstrations, from wool spinning to glass blowing, take place throughout the festival offering everyone the opportunity to enjoy the day.

New this year, Mandy Moon of Vivacous Flow Arts will share her hulahooping talents through demonstration and instruction. Adults and children should come prepared to participate in the fun!

Hoops will also be available for purchase so newly learned skills can be further developed and shared.

When it comes time to take a break from the show’s sights, a shaded picnic area is a wonderful retreat, while a creative assortment of delectable foods await hearty appetites. French artichokes, BBQ pork, gyros, crab cakes, sausage subs, hand-cut french fries, homemade pie, ice cream, root beer, and more!

Live music is on deck to add to the ambiance, with Old Dawg Bluegrass on Saturday and Warren’s own, Temple Grey, adding to the toe-tapping on Sunday.

The Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival welcomes you to make a treasured memory by joining them for the weekend to embrace the wonder of award-winning craftsmanship and family fun. The admission fees are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and free for children 12 and under. As a bonus, those who attend on Saturday can return on Sunday free of charge. This is a special event, one not to be missed!

Mark your calendars now, and we look forward to seeing you there!

For more detailed information, please visit www.wildwindfestival.com, email info@wildwindfestival.com, or call 802-689-0609/814-688-1516.

13. The Grape Discovery Center is the official Visitor’s

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Admission to the Center is Free and Wi-Fi is available. Donations are graciously accepted.

The Concord Grape Belt is located along the southeastern shores of Lake Erie in western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania, and is the largest and oldest Concord grape growing region in the world. The Concord grape is native to North America, and was first

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selected and propagated from wild seedlings by Ephraim Bull in Concord, Massachusetts in 1849. It was brought to western New York in the 1870’s where climate, geography, and soils proved to be very suitable to its production.

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ANNUAL CRUISE-IN - July 20, 2024 - Join us for the Annual Cruise-in by the Lake Shore Street Rod Association, 10 am - 3 pm at the Grape Discovery Center, 8305 W. Main Road, Rt. 20, Westfield, NY 14787.

All clubs and cars welcome. Awards! Dash plaques for the first 100 cars! 50’s and 60’s music and food! Bring your lawn chairs, family and friends for a FUN afternoon!

Established in 2004, the Concord Grape Belt Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization of grape growers, juice processors and wineries, related grape industry businesses and regional organizations. Our mission is to encourage and support the grape and wine industries within the region, and to enhance the region’s quality of life. In May, 2013, the Grape Discovery Center was opened by the Heritage Association as a showcase for local grape-related products, and as a venue for sharing the rich history and culture of the region.

GRAPE BELT OPEN Golf Tournament ~ Annual Fundraiser – August 17, 2024. Save the Date!

Tasting Bar. Enjoy a glass of wine or grape juice with friends in the Tasting Bar or on the Steve Baran Memorial Patio nestled beside a Concord vineyard. The Tasting Bar features local artisanal cheeses, cured meats, snacks, grape juice, and a weekly selection of wines from Lake Erie Wine Country.

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What makes Catt-Rez Enterprises the right stop for you? We’ve been running our gas station and convenience store since 1986. People come to us for top-notch service and great prices. Our family owned and operated company has everything you need. Best of all, our Walk through the Star Family Exhibit Room to learn the story of the goods are all tax-free. We even have drive-thru windows to better Concord grape and 150 years of grape growing in the Lake Erie region. serve you. Our location is open 24/7 for your convenience.

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Family-friendly • Tours offered for pre-booked groups • Interactive learning displays Browse through a gift shop filled with “grapey” apparel, art, vinaigrettes and sauces, and crafts made by local artisans, and take home a piece of the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt, America’s grape country. Did you see something you forgot to purchase? Give us a call at 716-326-2003. Hours are Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 11am – 5 pm. Stop in and see us at 8305 W. Main Road, Rt. 20, Westfield, NY 14787.

EVENTS: WEDNESDAY WINE CLASSES at CHAUTAUQUA, June 26, July 3, 10,

October 18th & 19th Halloween Festival & Haunted History Tours Join us for family Halloween fun and horse-drawn trolley tours featuring ghostly tales from Fredonia’s past!

Tours Run 7-10pm Advanced Tickets Required For more information, find us on & festivalsfredoniany.org

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BACKYARD WITH SPARKLERS AND ROMAN CANDLES You’ll find all sorts of firecrackers at our store. We have Roman candles for sale as well as mortars, aerial fireworks and ground fireworks. We offer incredible deals on firecrackers so you can get the biggest bang for your buck. Our shop features a broader selection than many larger chains and stores in the area.

Purchase tobacco products from our store in Irving, NY Refill your vape cartridge and restock your cigarettes. Catt-Rez Enterprises Inc has all your favorite brands of tobacco and vape products on our shelves. You’ll be able to find exactly what you’re looking for when you come in.The best part? Our tobacco products are available taxfree. You can save money when you buy from us.

Visit our store to find: • Premium, generic and Native American-made products • Roll-your-own products • Smoking accessories like pipes, papers and cartridges • Chewing tobacco • Disposable and refillable vape products Try out a new flavor of vape juice. Among our vape products, you’ll find all kinds of vape pens and e-juices. Pick out your go-to or try something new. We have a wide variety for you to check out and choose from.

Stock up on everything from windshield wiper fluid to road trip snacks at our convenience store. We’ve got everything you need to keep

MAIN Wine & Spirits 159 E. FOURTH ST. DUNKIRK • 716-366-4311

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your ride smooth and easy. You can get oil for your vehicle here to keep your engine humming along.

Catt-Rez Enterprises Inc 10910 Erie Road, Irving, NY 14081 For more information check us out at https://cattrez.com

15. Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel 8315 Park Road, Batavia, NY 14202 585-343-3750. You’ll find Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel conveniently located off the New York State Thruway at Exit 48. Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel is the area’s premier entertainment destination. Enjoy gaming, events, shopping, dining, and live racing daily from Monday thru Thursday 8am–1am | Friday thru Sunday 8am–3am in our non-stop-fun atmosphere. Have the time of your life with over 920 of the hottest and most in-demand games, as well as live harness racing from the end of July through December.

Hotel Deals updated weekly, be sure to see our website for details on everything we have to offer! www.bataviadownsgaming.com/gaming

16. Red White and Blues FestivalSeptember 6th & 7th, 2024 - We invite you

to visit the Village of Fredonia during the Red, White and Blues Festival to get a taste of one of the best small towns in Western New York!

Join us for this rocking 2-day music festival celebrating the local Red & White wine industry from the surrounding area wineries and hear some awesome “BLUES” style music. Join us downtown on Saturday for craft vendors, food trucks and several wineries from throughout the county and region. For more details and an updated schedule visit festivalsfredoniany.org

Wine! Drink Mixes! Adult Slushies!

We encourage you to support Festivals Fredonia directly through shopping in our web store for Festivals Fredonia merchandise, and you can also make donations and purchase festival sponsorships in the store as well. These events cannot happen without your support, your continued interest, and the passion for the community that Fredonia is known for. We couldn’t do it without you!

DOMESTIC & IMPORTED WINES

17. Pearl City Clay House/ Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Inc.

Summer Never Tasted So Good!

LARGE SELECTION OF LOCAL,

Portable & Plastic bottles for camping, picnics or the boat!

HUGE discounts on cases of Wine & Champagne for your special events!

Mixed cases available!

Check out our Clearance Rack!

NEW ITEMS WEEKLY!

Pearl City Clay House is a vibrant community arts space, offering workshops and classes to adults and families interested in exploring all aspects of ceramics; from paint-your-own pottery, to sculpture, or throwing on the wheel! We also offer experiences in contemporary crafts including textiles, painting, bookbinding, and more! PCCH also has a beautiful art gallery and event space for your next party or conference. We believe everyone is creative, and our instructors will inspire you to find your inner artist, embrace getting messy, and enjoy the process!

Pearl City Clay House is a program of Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Inc. All profits from events and programs go to support youth programming, and Infinity’s mission to help area youth Explore!

Experience! and Excel in the arts. Learn more about PCCH and our offerings by stopping into our studios at 220 East 2nd St in Downtown Jamestown, or visit us online at www.pearlcityclayhouse.org.

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18. The 17th Annual Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival and Gathering of the Clans is

back again this year. Come join us Saturday, August 24, 2024, Gates open at 9 a.m Located at Mayville Lakeside Park in Mayville, NY. There is a $15 donation for Adults (ages 17 – 59), $10 for Seniors (ages 60+) & All Veterans and children 13 and under are free. We are offering advanced discounted tickets, online only at: http:// www.96thhighlanders.com/festival/ Festival.html

There will be free parking, handicap accessible and a shuttle bus service.

Bring your favorite lawn chair, there will be plenty of shade trees and tents to escape the sun and heat and enjoy the music and games.

Please leave your pets at home, they are not allowed on the grounds for insurance reasons.

There will be 30 Gathering of the Clans, 7 Pipe Bands, 30 Scottish Heavy Athletes, Celtic & Craft Vendors and lots of Celtic Music.

Come see “Mudmen” Friday evening for some Celtic Music at 6pm.

“Tuatha Dea” from Gatlinburg, Tennessee will be performing Saturday 9am-6pm, presented by 2 Gingers Inn, Jamestown, NY. $5 Donation.

Also performing Saturday at the Beer & Wine Garden Stage: “Mudmen” • “Catch & Release” • “Emerald Isle” • “Celtic Creek” • “Step n Time” • “Waterhorse” There will be Scottish & Irish Dancers, Beer & Wine Garden, Celtic & Craft vendors, Old Fashion Fiddle session and kid’s area w/clan hunt, Great Food and so much more to see and do. The festival sponsors this year are 2 Gingers Inn, The Villager newspaper, Merritt Winery, Cummins, Optimas, Frantz & Russell and Media One Group.

Come and enjoy yourself and step back into time and experience Celtic life!

For more information on becoming a Sponsor, Clan, Vendor or Tickets contact www.96thhighlanders.com or call 814-323-7360. Volunteers are needed!

CELTIC GOLF SCRAMBLE - Festival sponsored event Saturday, August 17th at the Maplehurst Country Club, scan the QR code in our full page ad on page 5 for more information.

19. Ivy League Psychic Academy Ever Wanted to go on a Ghost Hunt?

Are you ready for a night you’ll never forget?

Tour an 1882 Victorian Funeral Home on Dunkirk’s historical trail and stay overnight in this haunted house!

Meet Ivy Rivera, Psychic Medium, for a historical and supernatural presentation, and then enjoy a self-guided tour of all four floors.

Conduct your own ghost hunt throughout the night and indulge in a complimentary continental breakfast the next morning. Bring your

1405 North Center Street Corry, PA Situated on 220 acres, you will find 1-814-664-4477 that North Hills provides a challenging 1-866-664-4477 18 round course for both recreational www.northhillsgolf.com and seasoned golfers.

For Fee Schedule Please Visit Our Website: www.northhillsgolf.com 814-664-4477 • Toll Free 1-866-664-4477 1405 North Center St. • Corry, PA

Monday Afternoon Golf Special 12noon and after $20 for 18 holes w/cart and a free hot dog

Wednesdays are Senior Days (age 62 and older)

Play 18 holes w/cart for only $20.00 For more about North Hills visit our website www.northhillsgolf.com and follow us on FB

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sleeping bags and snacks for a spooky adventure with friends and family!

Available year-round ~ $85 per person (min 4, max 25) Check-in: 3 pm | Check-out: 11 am Book now and experience the supernatural: https:// hauntedhistorytrail.com/.../overnight-experience..

running companions to happy go lucky dog pals to slow and steady couch potatoes, NCCR has them all! The shelter can be reached at adoptions@caninerescue.org or 716326-7297.

NCCR can always use volunteers, foster homes, donations and financial support. Volunteer applications, foster home Ivy League Psychic Academy- 43 W 4th St Suite #2, Dunkirk, NY 14048 applications and a donation list can be found online. Foster homes are 716-602-1391 Ivy Rivera Psychic Medium critical for certain dogs that need a home environment to decompress 20. Northern Chautauqua from their previous life-often a Canine Rescue, (NCCR), is a nonpuppy mill. Volunteers are always profit, 501(c)3 shelter that helps needed for shifts at the shelter or puppies and dogs find “furever” events in the community. Donations homes. NCCR is located at 7540 N. of money or supplies are importtant Gale St. in Westfield and is open to help keep the shelter running.

Monday-Saturday from 1-3pm, or by appointment. Many of the available Who doesn’t love a good yard sale? dogs can be seen online at www.

One of the best fundraisers for the shelter is coming up in July caninerescue.org. the 12th Annual Dog-Gone Good Yard Sale is happening July 26, 27 and 28 from 9am-4pm at the shelter. Donations for the sale will be NCCR has been helping dogs for 25 accepted July 7-July 21 every day from 1-3pm. If you’ve been before, years and has adopted out over 2600 you know there are wonderful items to buy at great prices, and it dogs and puppies in just the last 10 will be spread out this year into even bigger tents and more space. years alone! There are ALWAYS wonderful dogs just waiting for Watch the website or the Facebook page for any updates. Anything the right person or family to come meet them. A 4-legged friend (except clothing, cribs, mattresses, electronics, computers, broken might just be the best friend ever. From energetic ball players and items, books or child seats) that is in good condition, clean and saleable is very much appreciated. The dogs and pups will benefit! Look over the barn, attic, garage, and every room in your house. Get rid of the furniture, jewelry, kitchen items, sporting goods, artwork, linens, knick knacks, etc. etc. etc. you never really liked chances are that someone else will. Know that it is all for a great cause. Then stop by the sale and see what you need to fill in that extra space you made by kindly donating!

Brand New When you drop off donations, come see the dogs that you are Pavilion helping. Maybe you’ll find your next best friend. Pick up a poster Available for for the sale and hang it in your community. Mention the shelter Rental of You r and the dogs and the sale to your friends; perhaps someone is Event! looking for a new companion or has items to donate too. The dogs and volunteers greatly appreciate the community’s support! NYS Registered Rescue #028 Ghost Hunts, Historical Tours and Psychic Mediumship Parties are also group favorites! Check out their website at https://www. ivyleaguepsychicacademy.com/

Dunkirk L ighthouse 1 Lighthouse Point, Dunkirk, NY 14048 716-366-5050 • www.dunkirklighthouse.com UPCOMING EVENTS:

Ghost Tours: Aug. 24th, Sept. 28th, Oct. 19th, 25th & 26th • $30 per person Tickets can be purchased at our website or in the gift shop.

See Our Full Schedule on www.dunkirklighthouse.com

OPEN DAILY FOR TOURS: May-June, 10-2; July-August 10-4; September-October 10-2

21. North Hills Golf Municipal Golf Course.

Experience a hidden gem in Northwest Pennsylvania. We invite you to “Experience North Hills Municipal Golf Course.”

With competitive rates, a challenging course layout, and a management philosophy, which promotes course improvement and growth, just one visit to North Hills Golf Course and you will understand why the course attracts hundreds of golfers from northwestern Pennsylvania, western

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New York and northeastern Ohio. North Hills Golf Course provides a challenging round for both recreational and seasoned golfers.

Situated on 220 acres, the course features large and beautiful bent grass greens, tree-lined fairways to separate paralleled routings, a rough area to define fairways, but with no severe penalty, fairways wide enough in landing area to be golfer friendly, and water holes so good they stick in golfers’ memories! At North Hills Golf Course, you will find their facilities first class. They pride themselves on top notch turf management, a well-stocked pro shop and a staff which strives to make your golfing experience a memorable one. After a challenging round of golf, relax in their clubhouse or pavilion area while you plan your next outing at North Hills. They are conveniently located on Route 426, just north of Route 6, in Corry, PA. Check out their website www.northhillsgolf.com or call 1-814-664-4477 for additional details and tee times.

22. Join “Stir of Artists” at

Bemus Point’s Village Park for our 15th Year Art Show & Sale July 13th & 14th and August 17th & 18th from 11 am – 5 pm rain or shine! Come to beautiful Bemus Point on Chautauqua Lake to meet the artists & see their variety of fine works from paintings, woodworking, jewelry, photography, felting, & much more! Several new vendors will be joining us this year from Western New York & Northern Pennsylvania.

The park is centrally located in the village, which offers a variety of restaurants & eateries for dining. Follow us and like us on www. facebook.com/StirOfArtists. We cannot wait to see you!

23. The Harvest Moon Festival & Tours Planning Committee is pleased to bring you the 2024 Harvest Moon Festival & Tours!

We are delighted again this year, to bring the cemetery tours to life with the hourly horsedrawn wagon tours on Friday, October 18th and Saturday, October 19th this year. Back by popular demand, we will continue to offer both walking cemetery tours and horse-drawn wagon cemetery tours

this year. ALL TOURS WILL DEPART FROM THE GAZEBO IN BARKER COMMONS. The horse-drawn tours will begin at the top of every hour starting at 7PM with the last tour departing at 10PM. Walking tours begin at 15 minutes past the hour every hour starting at 7:15PM with the last tour departing at 10:15PM. You will get onto the carriage or meet with your walking tour group at the Gazebo in Barker Commons after you check in at the Festivals Fredonia table. The route will take you through town as a guide provides facts about Fredonia’s architecture and historical figures.

You’ll then enjoy a narrative guided tour through the cemetery. The carriage will bring you back and drop you off at Barker Commons.

Total time for each type of tour is about 60 minutes. Please arrive at the Gazebo in Barker Commons at least 10 minutes before your scheduled start time to allow for check in.

The planning committee is also very excited to have a whole day of activities like food & craft vendors, live music and entertainment, trick or treating at downtown Fredonia businesses, and more on We encourage you to support Festivals Fredonia directly through shopping in our web store for Festivals Fredonia merchandise, and you can also make donations and purchase festival sponsorships in the store as well. These events cannot happen without your support, your continued interest, and the passion for the community that Fredonia is known for.

Thank you for your continued support of the Harvest Moon Festival & Tours and Festivals Fredonia

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ANNUAL

WILD WIND & CRAFT FESTIVAL &

FOLK ART

SATURDAY, SEPT. 7TH & SUNDAY, SEPT. 8TH

CELEBRATING THE TRADITION OF ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE!

INSPIRED FOLK ART • TRADITIONAL AMERICAN CRAFTS • HANDMADE COLLECTIBLES • FINE ART LIVE MUSIC • DELECTABLE FOODS • CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES • DEMONSTRATIONS • MAGICIAN BIRDS OF PREY • FARMERS MARKET

Warren County Fairgrounds, Pittsfield, PA 10 am to 5 pm each day, RAIN or SHINE For more information, please visit www.wildwindfestival.com email: info@wildwindfestival.com or call (802) 689-0609

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24. Art in the Wilds is Art in Nature. Located in the Allegheny National Forest is a getaway gateway to fine arts. It is an outdoor juried Fine Arts Show happening annually (since 2006) in Kane, Pennsylvania’s Evergreen Park during the 4th weekend in June. Organized and

25. Majestic Kamp & Lost Trail is an adventure you won’t want to miss this summer. We are fun for the whole family!

Majestic Trails is an ATV Trail System set on over 1000 acres in the Allegheny Mountain Region of North Central PA. Come Enjoy the Great Outdoors!

We offer ATV/UTV/Dirt Bike Trails, Mountain Bike Trails, Hiking & So Much More!

Located in North West/Central PA - 6 hours West of New York City, 1-1/2 hours South of Buffalo, NY and 1-1/2 hours East of Erie, PA.

managed by a dedicated group of art lovers, the show is applauded by both visitors and participating artists as one of the best shows in the region.

Come get away from the hustle and bustle to soak in nature while supporting fantastic local artists. Browse amazing creations to find your next treasure. We hope to see you June 22nd 10 am to 5 pm and June 23rd 10 am to 4 pm. For more info check out our website at artinthewilds.org

ATV Trails

Majestic Trails Offers: • Legal ATV Trails • Challenging Mountainous Terrain • Two loops totaling over 41 miles of wooded technical ATV & Dirt Bike Trails •+23 Miles of Single Track - Dirt Bikes Only • Motocross Play Area • Pee Wee Motocross Track • Camping - Wilderness Style • Dirt Bikes, 3-Wheelers & Side-By-Sides Welcome • Open Year Round • Family Friendly Atmosphere • Personal Assistance • Children & Pets Welcome

814-465-9979 2605 Rt. 46, Smethport, PA www.majestictrails.com

Our Address is: 2605 PA-46, Smethport, PA 16749. For more information call us at (814) 465-9979, check out our website www. majestictrails.com and Like us on Facebook WHAT WE OFFER: Intermediate ATV/UTV/DirtBike Trails • Advanced ATV/UTV Trails • Single Track for Advanced Dirt Bike Riders • Motocross Track • Peewee Trails • Peewee Motocross Track • Rustic Camping (No Hookups) • Pull Through Sites • Annual Campsites • 3-On-site Lodging Units • Pond for Swimming and Catch/Release Fishing • Campground Pavilion • 2-Trail Pavilions • Out Houses in Campground and on Trails • Playground • Benefit ATV Runs.

Personal Assistance is available. Kids & Pets are Welcome!

Bring your ATVs, UTVs, Dirt Bikes, 3-wheelers, Snowmobiles (weather permitting), - Enjoy Mountain Biking, Hiking & Horseback Riding.

On-site Lodging: We also have 3 On-site rental units available to rent.

The state of Pennsylvania requires all ATVs/UTVs (not dirt bikes) to have insurance and registration. The state of Pennsylvania is reciprocal with most other states.

Our Trails Whether you’re looking for a leisurely ride or a challenging ride, our ATV trails guide you through the Majestic Allegheny Mountains in North-central PA. All Trails: • 1-way travel.

Civil Air Patrol Dunkirk Composite Squadron NY-351 We offer a safe, positive place to develop leadership skills while exploring aviation and STEM careers.

Come visit to see if this is for YOU!

Contact: Capt. Linda Blodgett 716 785-1602 lmblodgett65@gmail.com

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• Begin and end at the Trailhead

Picnic Tables: Some sites also have picnic tables. (1st come, 1st serve)

• Marked with colored arrows according to skill level.

Pets are Welcome! Pets are part of your family and we know that they like to go camping too. If they like the water, we have a large pond for them to play in.

• Set on approximately 1,000 acres, 2 loops totaling over 40 miles of technical, challenging ATV & UTV trails • Approximately 23 miles of single-track Dirt Bike Trails back to your vehicle or camp.

• Easy Back Trail for a shortcut

• Mud area that can be easily by-passed

Dogs are welcome to walk freely with direct supervision. Please make sure your dog is up-to-date on immunizations.

If you have an aggressive dog, he must be tethered when at your site and contained when you are not at your site.

Campground Pond: The Pond is available for you to enjoy; Swimming, boating, and fishing. Fishing is catch & release with barb-less hooks. A canoe is provided for your enjoyment. ***Children must be supervised at all times!***

**If there is no sign saying ‘Stay Out’, then you can play.

On-Site Lodging - The Majestic Bunkhouse • The Majestic Cabin

**Caution: Enter at your own risk!

The Majestic Log Home

• Water bars designed to control erosion, Use Caution!

• Mile-markers that make it possible to find you, if you need assistance.

Depending on the recent weather conditions, the trails could be dusty, muddy, icy or snowy. **During the winter months please call for trail conditions. Trails may be closed if they are impassable due to ice or too much snow.

Park Info - Hours of Operation: Riding Hours: 9am-9pm 7 Days/week • Trailhead Registration/Concession stand: 9am -3pm Saturdays & Sundays **Peak Season Only • Closed: 3-weeks starting the Monday before Thanksgiving, call for trail conditions.

• Regular Season: AprilNovember Amenities: Firewood: DO NOT bring your own firewood! You can purchase firewood at the camp office.

Fire Rings: Provided at each camp site.

FREDONIA FARM FESTIVAL SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH SUNDAY, AUGUST 25TH DOWNTOWN FREDONIA IN BARKER COMMONS For more information follow us on

www.facebook.com/fredoniafarmfestival or on our website www.farmfestivalfredonia.com

26. The Dunkirk Lighthouse is open for the season. Hours

of operation are Sunday – Saturday 10am-2pm for the months of May and June, opening from 10am-4pm for the months of July and August and September and October 10am-2pm. Admission tickets to tour the house and tower are $10 per person, $8 for seniors (55 and older), veterans, and students, 4 years to 10 years are $3.

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Public Ghost Tours will be held on August 24th, September 28th, Tuesday will be the annual October 19th, 25th, and 26th. Cost is $30 per person and tickets can be demolition derby at 7 p.m. purchased on our website or in the gift shop.

Wednesday at 7 p.m. will be Figure 8 Frenzy racing. This wasn’t done Watch for more detailed schedules on www.dunkirklighthouse.com last year. It will be open to local We are located at 1 Point Drive North in Dunkirk, NY. drivers. There will be five heats of 15 laps. The top three go to the 25 We now have a brand-new pavilion that we can rent out for parties, lap feature. Entry fees and prize weddings, birthdays, reunions, etc. Email dunkirklighthouse@gmail. money amounts are available on the com or call 716-366-5050 for inquiries. fair’s website. The first place prize is $2,000.

27. The Chautauqua County Fair will once again be returning with Thursday will be the Empire State Truck and Tractor Pull at 7 p.m. familiar events and some new things Friday will be Cross Over the Line Rodeo Bull Riding at 7 p.m. as well. This year’s county fair runs Saturday will be the Monster Truck Show with Bob Robbins Jr. at 7 Tuesday, July 16 through Sunday, p.m.

July 21. The fair will welcome the public back with midway rides by Sunday at 4 p.m. will be second demolition derby, including the grand Amusements of America, grandstand events every night, delicious fair champion. food, animal exhibits and shows and entertainment for all.

Advance sale ticket prices for the Demolition Derby and Monster Truck Show are either $14 or $17, which includes gate admission.

Tickets are $10 advanced, $15 at the door, $9 for seniors 62 and up, Tickets are on sale now. During the fair itself, ticket prices are $13 or and free for children 3 and under who will not ride any rides. $16 for seniors, and $19 or $22 for the general public, which includes GRANDSTAND gate admission.

Grand Stand events are included with admission except for Demolition MINI-STAGE Derby and Monster Trucks.

This year’s Arthur Maytum Family Theater has plenty on tap. On Monday, July 15, there will be horse harness racing at 2 p.m. however Tuesday at p.m. is the Junior Tractor Pull. At 5 p.m. is the Collage Performing Arts. At 8 p.m. will be the Stray Kat Karaoke. On there will not be any rides or fair food available for purchase.

Wednesday at 3 p.m. is the Junior Demolition Derby. At 6:30 p.m. will be a performance by the Cassadaga Area Band. On Thursday at 2 p.m. is the Baby Parade. At 6 p.m. will be a martial arts demonstration. At 7:30 p.m. will be music by Mike Gerholdt. Friday at 1:30 p.m. will be a Junior Tractor Pull. At 5 p.m. the Danza Dance Studio will be performing. Saturday at 3 p.m. will be the Downtown Cloggers. Sunday at 11 a.m. will be a non-denominational church service. At 6:30 p.m. will be Stray Kat Karaoke.

Ready for a night you’ll never forget?

Conduct your own ghost hunt in the haunted 1882 Victorian Funeral Home!

Bring your sleeping bags and snacks for a spooky adventure with friends and family!

Meet Ivy Rivera, Psychic Medium, for a historical & supernatural presentation, and then enjoy a self-guided tour, with your overnight stay & a complimentary continental breakfast.

Available year-round ~ $85 per person (min 4, max 25) Check-in: 3 pm | Check-out: 11 am

Book now: https://hauntedhistorytrail.com/.../overnight-experience https://www.ivyleaguepsychicacademy.com Ivy League Psychic Academy- 43 W 4th St Suite #2, Dunkirk, NY 14048 • 716-602-1391 • Ivy Rivera Psychic Medium

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ON THE GROUND EVENTS There are two additional ground acts performing all week. The Globe of Death Squad is a motorcycle stunt show. Multiple drivers will be operating their motorcycles in a metal globe. The other event is the Aim High Canines Stunt Dog Show. Performers love to wow the crowds with their high energy, motivational shows, showcasing the dogs’ frisbee, doggie dancing, and agility skills. They have performed at fairs, halftime shows, theme parks, stage shows and more across the USA. Both shows will be performing multiple times a day. Tuesday to Thursday, both shows will both perform twice, while Friday to Sunday, both shows will have three performances. There will also be plenty of other animal shows, concessions, games and more.

For more information, visit www.chautauquacofair.org.

28. THE WARREN COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU is a non-profit

organization dedicated to tourism and the growth of Warren County, Pennsylvania, as a whole.

Warren County Visitors Bureau’s Mission: To assume a leadership role to stimulate and support tourism and economic growth in Warren County, the Pennsylvania Wilds, and Northwest Pennsylvania through education, promotion, marketing, and cooperative and regional partnerships to increase overnight stays.

Your Information Destination: From brochures and maps to dining and explorations guides, we can provide you with all you need to know to have the BEST TIME in Warren County! When you get to the area, make sure to stop in to browse our lobby that is packed with information on things to do! Not in town yet? Email us at info@wcvb. net or complete your request online at wcvb.net to receive your FREE Warren County exploration guide!

Warren County Visitors Bureau Business Hours: Monday through Friday, 9AM-4:30PM, and Saturday 9:00AM-2PM. The Warren County Visitors Bureau is located at 22045 Route 6 in Warren, PA. For information, stop in and see us or contact us at 814-726-1222.

You will find a full listing of events on our website at www.wcvb.net or like us on Facebook to see the beauty of Warren County and all that’s happening in the ideal place to find your adventure and find your peace.

29. Civil Air Patrol The local Civil Air Patrol known as (CAP) is the Dunkirk Composite Squadron NY-351. This is a youth organization for cadets where it is fun and meaningful. The key traits of cadet life are being in uniform, aerospace learning, opportunity to lead, challenging tasks with fun. The four content areas are Leadership, Fitness, Aerospace and Character Development. Ages 12 – 20 work

together learning the requirements for progression through the 4 Phases as they earn each rank.

The first year is focused on learning the Core Values, Uniforms, Orientation Flight, Encampment, Healthy Fitness Zone and accomplishing the Wright Brothers Award. Each year different opportunities are added. This Squadron belongs to WNY Group and have a CAP Plane that is used for “O” Flights as often as possible.

Cadets explore flight and being a pilot. A Cadet may earn a Private Pilot License with hard work and effort.

Some local activities have been Drone flying, a visit to Martz Observatory, overnight camping, Wreaths Across America for 6 years, marching in Memorial Day Parade, making and delivering masks during covid, participating in Cyber Patriot Competition, winning awards and community service during the Dunkirk Air Show and the Rotary Fly-In Breakfast.

Meetings are held on a school night and occasionally on Saturday at The Dunkirk Airport. We invite you to attend a couple of meetings to see if this is for YOU. Civil Air Patrol, Dunkirk Composite Squadron NY-351 Contact Capt.

Linda Blodgett for more information. Email:lmblodgett65@gmail.com or phone 716-785-1602

30. Miracle on Main Street- December 7, 2024 Miracle on Main Street brings families within the community together to celebrate and enjoy the spirit of the holiday season. Celebrate the many MIRACLES of the season throughout the village with a blood drive, food drive, kids’ crafts, food trucks, indoor craft vendors, ginger

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bread house making, wreath and tree sales, ornament sales, alternative nativity scenes, movie for the kids and of course...SANTA CLAUS! Mark your calendars now for Saturday, December 7th from 10 am – 7pm. For more details and an updated schedule visit festivalsfredoniany.org We encourage you to support Festivals Fredonia directly through shopping in our web store for Festivals Fredonia merchandise, and you can also make donations and purchase festival sponsorships in the store as well. These events cannot happen without your support, your continued interest, and the passion for the community that Fredonia is known for. We couldn’t do it without you!

31. ROLLING HILLS ASYLUM – A Historical Property –

Registration Form https://www.rollinghillsasylum.com/surveys/registration-form Sign up for news & updates https://www.rollinghillsasylum.com/surveys/sign-up-for-newsand-updates NEW! RHA & Solar Eclipse Logo Items https://shop.rollinghillsasylum.com/ Check out 2024 events at www.rollinghillsasylum.com Located at 11001 Bethany Center road in East Bethany, NY 14054, 15 minutes from Batavia, 45 minutes from Rochester or Buffalo.

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32. Arcade & Attica Railroad – “The Train to Yesterday!” -

Enjoy yourself listening to the click of the rails echoing off the rural hillsides on this little journey into the past.

May it revive pleasant memories of by-gone days for you and give to today’s generation, a window into transportation history. The Arcade & Attica Railroad, located at 278 Main Street in Arcade, NY runs May through December 2024.

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Saturday, December 7th A day of miracles, family fun, and shopping throughout the Village of Fredonia Santa comes to town with activities and fun times for kids & the whole family! www.festivalsfredoniany.org

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