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Cattaraugus County Art Council Announces New Name in 2018!
The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is now officially the Tri-County Arts Council!
Olean Community Theatre Presents: Olean Community Humorists
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Win an Original Mikel Wintermantel Oil Painting: Tri-County Arts Council Art Raffle
Are you an art lover or looking for a unique way to support local creativity? The Tri-County Arts Council is thrilled to announce a special art raffle, giving you the chance to win a one-of-a-kind oil painting by renowned artist Mikel Wintermantel!
Open House Anniversary Celebration at Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts!
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!
Local Dance Groups and their performance times include:
Tri County Arts Council Upcoming Art Classes
Creative Clay: Christmas Tree – November 2 & 16, 2023 (Thursday) with Violet Nolder
Cost: $40 Artisan Members & Above $50 Basic/Family Members & Non-Members
Age: 16+
Creative Clay Classes are project specific, beginner hand building classes. We will be making fun coil Christmas tree for you to display during the holiday season.
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
Haudenosaunee Art and Culture: A Workshop with Bernadette Scott
Experience the rich cultural heritage of the Haudenosaunee (Seneca) people through art, craft, and storytelling on August 12th, starting at 1pm at the Quaker Picnic Shelter at Allegany State Park.
Join Bernadette Scott, a proud Haudenosaunee (Seneca) woman and member of the Deer Clan, for an afternoon of traditional Seneca art and culture. Learn about the art and history behind traditional crafts like cornhusk dolls, flowers, baskets, and Haudenosaunee social dancing and even try your hand at making your own corn husk doll!
Inactive Location / Place
What does it mean when a location/place is inactive?
When a location is deemed as 'inactive', the location may be inaccessible to the public.
Example A
A place of business may be inactive as we were informed that the business is closed until further notice.
Example B
A location may have had an access road washed away or it is under construction or deemed as dangerous to the public.
Tri-County Arts Council: Tie-Dye Tote Bag Workshop
Join the Tri-County Arts Council on April 19th, 2025, for a vibrant and interactive Tie-Dye Workshop, led by instructor SerenHippity! In this 2-hour session, discover the art of creating stunning tie-dye designs on your very own tote bag. Learn the essentials of fabric preservation, basic tying techniques and tie-dye care.
No experience necessary! Our workshop covers everything you need to know to achieve professional-looking results. Details:
Olean Community Theatre presents: Gilbert & Sullivan's HMS Pinafore, The Musical
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present Gilbert & Sullivan's HMS Pinafore, a hilarious comic opera and the story of Josephine, daughter of Captain Corcoran, and her love for sailor Ralph Rackstraw, while being torn between true love and her father's desire for her to marry Sir Joseph Porter, the First Lord of Admiralty. This is sure to be a funny tale of love, honor, and duty. Directed by Jake Riggs with a special arrangement by Concord Theatrics.
Showtimes at $15.00/person:
Tri-County Arts Council: Encaustic Workshop
Join Merry Ryding on October 26th from 11am-2pm for an Encaustic workshop at the Tri-County Arts Council in Olean.
Explore the art of Encaustic, a hot wax medium perfect for transforming paper scraps and other lightweight materials into beautiful creations. Participants can bring small copies of photos, poems, or quotes printed on lightweight paper, though various papers will be provided.
St. Bonaventure presents: An Evening with Carson Waterman
Carson Waterman, a distinguished artist and revered cultural figure for the Haudenosaunee people of the Seneca Nation, will discuss his life and artwork in a special presentation at St. Bonaventure University on Wednesday, April 2nd at 5:00pm in the Rigas Theater of the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.
Olean Community Theatre presents: Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit.
Tri-County Arts Council: Intro to Meditative Painting
Olean Community Theatre presents: Cabaret- Heroes vs. Villains
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present Cabaret- Heroes vs. Villains. An interactive Cabaret Show Experience.
Tickets - $10
Olean Community Theatre presents: Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express.
May 14th, 15th, & 16th - 7:00pm
May 17th - 2:00pm
Olean Community Theatre presents: The OCTaves Jazz Band
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present The OCTaves Jazz Band - Christmas Celebration.
Tickets:
Adults - $10
Students / Senior Citizens - $5
Olean Community Theatre Presents: Freaky Friday - The Musical
Get ready for a musical adventure with Olean Community Theatre's production of "Freaky Friday"! This hilarious and heartwarming show, based on the beloved novel by Bridget Carpenter, tells the story of a mother-daughter duo who magically swap bodies and must navigate each other's lives.
Show Details:
- Dates: November 5, 6, 7, 8 at 7:30 pm, and November 8 and 9 at 2:00 pm
- Tickets: $15 per person, available online through the Olean Community Theatre website or at the door
7th Annual Arts & Craft Show
Olean Community Theatre presents: Hollywood Cabaret
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present Hollywood Cabaret. A night of music from the movies!