The Portville Historical and Preservation Society is an educational agency, chartered by the Regents of the State of New York. It was established in 1986 in response to renewed interest in the preservation of Portville's past.
The Haunted Hinsdale House presents this exclusive Overnight Ghost Hunt! Your all-inclusive experience will include a tour of the grounds and inside the historic building. You will get history and stories from your guide, as well as use of some ghost hunting equipment to see if we can connect with the other side. If you have your own ghost hunting equipment, they highly recommend that you bring it.
Please bring a flashlight and wear appropriate clothing for ghost hunting.
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Join the fun at Hunter Hill Farm on November 9th from 10 AM to 2 PM for a festive Christmas Tree Pottery Class with Tara from TShed Pottery!
TShed Pottery, run by Tara, is renowned for its unique and handcrafted pottery pieces. Celebrated for her creativity and quality, Tara’s classes are both educational and enjoyable. She will guide you through the creative process of designing and crafting two unique Christmas trees—one small and one large.
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Get ready for a sweet summer treat! Join Buffalo Cake Pops at Pour Taproom in Ellicottville, NY on Thursday, August 14th from 6pm-8pm for a Tropical Summer Sugar Cookie Decorating Class!
In this 2-hour class, you'll learn the art of sugar cookie decorating with a luau theme. You'll receive 6 cookies and step-by-step guidance on techniques like royal icing, wet-on-wet designs, and texture creation. Plus, take home their royal icing recipe to practice your new skills!
Cost: $57.00
This Valentine’s Day Tri-County Arts Council will be having a Paper Flower Bouquet class! It’s a perfect activity to do with your girls, and the flowers you make you’ll be able to keep forever. You will create a bouquet consisting of 5 different types of paper flowers and 2 types of leaves. There will be a total of 15 flowers and 7 leaves. Flowers are made by cutting, folding, and gluing different shapes and colors of flowers together. You will need to supply your own small, sharp pointed scissors for accurate cutting of shapes for this class.
Explore the fascinating world of fungi with Pfeiffer Nature Center.
The guided walk will help you identify and learn about the various mushrooms you'll find in the forest.
All skill levels welcome! Come discover the hidden wonders of the fungal kingdom.
Tri-County Arts Council will be hosting an Acrylic Painting Workshop on October 5th and 12th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm, Ages 12+.
Immerse yourself in the art of acrylic painting with this beginner-friendly class. You'll paint a picturesque scene featuring boats docked by a lush forest and majestic mountains, all under the expert guidance of Barbara Boser who will lead you through each step of the process.
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Kick off the summer on June 21st, 2025 when all of Main Street in Little Valley will be closed for the inaugural Little Valley Community Day! Over 30 vendors will fill the street along with food trucks, family activities, children's games, live music, bounce houses and more! The event will run from 1pm until 9pm. This is a rain or shine event.
In this class, you will create a needle felted valentine themed garland using wool roving. The technique you will be using involves repeatedly poking a needle through the felt to compact the wool. You will be using heart-shaped cookie cutters to guide you in shaping the wool. You will then attach your hearts and beads onto the garland strand. The length of your finished garland will depend on how many hearts and beads you can make during the class time, and on how you choose to space them apart on the strand.
Come out to Allegany State Park on October 5th at 9:30am to experience "Autumn in Allegany"!
This FREE event will be held in the Red House Area of the park at the Administration Building and is perfect for all ages! Participants will learn basic watercolor techniques and create their own masterpieces under the guidance of naturalists. All materials are provided, so you just need to bring your creativity!
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Get in the holiday spirit and unleash your creativity as you decorate delicious cookies with a variety of colorful frostings, sprinkles, and edible decorations. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this hands-on workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels.
During the workshop, you'll learn tips and tricks from Cupcaked Bakery, who will guide you through different techniques to create beautiful and unique designs. It's a great opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones, make new friends, and take home some scrumptious treats to share.
Join Swan Street Florist at Ellicottville Brewing Co, 28 Monroe St. Ellicottville on Thursday, December 19th, for a festive Christmas Centerpiece Workshop! Embrace the holiday spirit by creating your very own beautiful centerpiece to decorate your table this season. The skilled instructors from Swan Street Florist will be there to guide you through the process, providing all the materials needed to make a stunning arrangement.
Zoar Valley is 2,297 acres of beautiful and dangerous canyon river valley for fishing, hiking, rafting, canoeing and kayaking.
Join Royal Fern Nursery, LLC on Saturday, August 30th from 2-5pm for an immersive outdoor experience!
Explore the trails and learn about native plant identification, ecology, and traditional uses with expert guides. Browse a selection of native flowers, grasses, trees, and shrubs to enhance your outdoor space.
Plus, support the Nature Center - a percentage of the proceeds will be donated. Mark your calendars and come connect with nature!
Rusty Rooster Farm & Vintage LLC , in Portville is hosting their 5th Annual Harvest Fall Fest on Saturday, October 5th from 10am - 4:00pm.
The event features FREE outdoor activities like apple cider pressing, fall craft station, doughnuts and funnel cakes, door prizes, a candy count, photo stops, and Live music.
Inside the shop, there will be in-store specials, honey samples, Ellen's pop up boutique, and a full chocolate shop with grab-and-go specials.
Come and enjoy the autumn festivities!
Join the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts for an exciting community event on Saturday April 26, from 11am - 3pm; featuring a day of music, dance, art activities, and community engagement that is free and open to all ages. Come and experience the collaborative spirit of the Quick Center and its partners!
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