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Paracon '24

Jamestown Paranormal will be hosting Paracon '24 (a Paranormal Convention) Saturday, September 28th from 12-6pm at Gowanda's historic Hollywood Theater.
Admission is $5/person at the door, all ages welcome!
Come get an insight of the unexplained with the following speakers:
Olean's Music in the Park Series

Fright Walks in Ellicottville

The Ellicottville Historical Society invites you to join their Fright Walks on September 27, October 4, October 18, and October 25.
Outdoor Yoga at Pfeiffer Nature Center

Get ready for a serene summer evening routine! Join Jessie Lampack Slattery for outdoor yoga at Pfeiffer Nature Center every Tuesday from June 17th to September 30th, 6:30pm-7:30pm under the pavilion at the Lillibridge property.
Drop-in rate: $15 or use your Wellspring pass. Text 716-378-7720 with questions! Hope to see you there!
Tri-County Arts Council: Pumpkin Still Life Workshop

Join Jessica Borchert on October 1st from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Tri-County Arts Council in Olean to celebrate Fall by painting a still life of pumpkins and create an original art piece to add to your fall decor.
Cost:
$30 - Artisan Members & Above
$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-members
Mike Randall as "Mark Twain" LIVE!

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater presents Mike Randall as Mark Twain on Sunday, September 29th from 2-4pm.
Mike is a veteran Twain impersonator; he brings to life a side of Twain's personality that is often neglected!
The Boogie Woogie Kid, Matthew Ball

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater proudly presents "The Boogie Woogie Kid, Matthew Ball" on Sunday, September 15th at 2:00pm.
Matt will be performing Boogie-Woogie Piano and swing dance era favorites to delight the entire family.
Tickets are $10/each and the list below is where tickets can be purchased:
New Spray Pad Water Park Added at Franklinville Campground 2021

Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the completion of an $800,000 expansion and enhancement project at Triple R Camping Resort in Franklinville, Cattaraugus County.
Guide to Steelhead Fishing in Western NY
Streams in Western New York
Western New York has a number of streams that offer high duality lake-run steelhead fishing from November through March.
Lincoln Park Concert Series

Paws & Pumpkins 5K for E.A.R.S

Fall into Fun: Paws & Pumpkins 5K
Join the 2nd Annual Paws & Pumpkins 5K in Little Valley, NY benefiting Empire Animal Rescue Society (EARS)! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a leisurely walker, bring your family, friends, and furry companions for a morning of autumn fun.
Event Details:
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino Wins 15 Awards

SENECA RESORTS & CASINOS PROPERTIES STAND OUT AMONG INDUSTRY’S BEST
IN ANNUAL BEST OF GAMING AWARDS FROM CASINO PLAYER MAGAZINE!
Seneca resorts combine for impressive 14 First Place honors, 39 total awards
Tailgate Thursday

Cattaraugus County Geology Trail
Many people are surprised to hear of the natural wonders that can be found less than an hour south of the great Niagara Falls in the quiet, rural Cattaraugus County. Rock cities, ancient glacial valleys, vertical-cliffed gorges, and continental divides are just a few of the sights one may see on a day trip through the area.
Education in Nature

All Aboard
Take a train ride along the countryside of the Enchanted Mountains. The New York and Lake Erie Railroad offers featured rides throughout the year.. All of the train rides are round trips that depart from the Gowanda Depot.
Hop aboard with the Easter Bunny, tell Santa your wish list, solve a murder mystery, enjoy the fall foliage, and so many other rides to choose from!
An Adventure on the Ellicottville Bike Trails

The blog was created after the adventure in 2010.
Allegany River Skate Park Grand Opening

Join Allegany on September 21st, from 1pm - 3pm!! They will be celebrating with a grand opening party with a ribbon cutting! There will be 50/50s from local sponsors, vendors, live music from Animals in a Cage, and food trucks! They are going to try to have a best trick jam with giveaways!
Deer Lick Conservation Area
Group B
"Group B" of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Bed Tax Program)
Overview
A portion of bed tax is intended to provide grants for advertising and promoting various new or expanded tourism events, unique festivals, attractions and experiences that will attract more visitors for extended stays, overnight visits and day getaways. This grant program seeks to establish the importance of programs and opportunities that promote or support the development of specific themes or significant attractions and events, all of which enhance the level of visitor experience in the area. Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (EDPT).
Funds for Marketing Campaign
The funds supplied by this grant, the funding source, are from the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County.
This funding is intended to supplement your marketing campaign's advertising budget and not meant to be your entire advertising budget; therefore a match or share of cost is expected.
Eligible Applicants
Chambers without full-time staff, business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals and other tourism associated activities.
The funds in this group will be administered by EDPT. Grantees will partner and coordinate with EDPT.
Application Period
Catt. County EDPT will announce the release of the applications in fall for the upcoming year. Applications are accepted after they are released from October to early December. Please double check application dates as they vary slightly each year.
Application Process
Complete an application for each marketing campaign project.
The marketing campaign should include which expenses would be covered by the Bed Tax Grant Program and which would be covered by your organization. The marketing campaign for Group B of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program could potentially contain a mix of following:
- Print materials
- Online Advertising
- Radio Advertising
- Television & Video Advertising
Possible applicants should develop a written plan for how their funding will be used.
Application & Guidelines Document
Tri-County Arts Council: Ceramic Village Workshop

The Tri-County Arts Council invites you to a Ceramic Village Workshop on October 12th and October 26th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Join Violet Nolder for this beginner-friendly hand-building class where you’ll create a charming village house. You can choose to make it Fall or Christmas themed! In the first session on October 12th, you’ll construct the house, and in the second session on October 26th, you'll decorate it. Ages 14 and up are welcome.
Cost: