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Spring is here and so is the annual Mother's Day Craft Show! There will be over 20 different vendors to shop from and a Chinese auction available. Shop for jewelry, candles, beauty products, breads, dips, diamond paintings, wood pieces, painted slates and so much more. 

Come celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the free, family-friendly Annual Holiday Tree lighting celebration at Seneca Allegany on Wednesday, December 3 from 4 to 7 p.m., featuring horse-drawn carriage rides from 4-7pm and a tree lighting at approximately 5:30 p.m.

The Reserve in Great Valley will be hosting a Summer Nights Festival from 4pm - 7pm on the following Sundays:

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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HO! HO! HO! The holidays are right around the corner, and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending a fun-filled day at Allegany State Park for a Saturday with Santa on Saturday December 6th from 11:00am - 3:00pm. 

Join the Environmental Education Department for a festive family event featuring crafts, games, photos with Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer. 

Lincoln Park will be transformed into a holiday haven as the Jingle Bell Jubilee returns on December 13 from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., bringing the magic of a European-style holiday market to the heart of Downtown Olean. This festive event promises fun for the whole family with local artisan vendors, food, drinks, music, and special activities that will make attendees feel like they've stepped into a Hallmark movie.

The Cattaraugus County Pride Coalition announces it's 6th Pride event at Pride in the Park! 

This is a fun event for all with music, entertainment, vendors, food, educational, LGBTQ+ owned businesses, artists and allies, and so much more. This is a family friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend. 

The event will be held at War Vets Park in Olean on Saturday, June 29th from 12pm until 4pm. 

The Tri-County Arts Council is hosting a Bread Basket Workshop on October 19th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

Join instructor Abby Zickefoose for an exciting beginner's ceramic hand-building class where you'll create a one-of-a-kind ceramic egg tray! Perfect for holding eggs in your refrigerator or as a stylish display dish for deviled eggs, this class offers a unique and practical project.

This two-part class is guided and suitable for beginners, ensuring you learn the basics of hand-building with clay while crafting something useful and beautiful. Join us and bring your creativity to life!

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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. 

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Join "The Scarlet Lily", Ashlie DeArmitt, on November 14th from 6:00-7:00pm for a Fall Floral Arrangement Workshop.

Discover your inner florist this fall by joining this floral arrangement class! Whether you’re just starting out or already have a green thumb, this class provides hands-on instruction to help you create breathtaking floral designs. Master the art of balancing colors, textures, and shapes to make stunning arrangements that will add a touch of beauty to any room.

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Join SerenHippity on March 15th, 2025 from 10:00am - 12:00pm at the Tri-County Arts Council to build your very own terrarium! Using a glass jar, laying rocks, soil, and plants you will make your very own little garden! The class will also go over care instructions to keep your new garden thriving! 

There is no experience needed for this class. 

Join Jean Benson on June 7th, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for a fun and creative Dutch Pour Painting class! Create Your Own Masterpiece using fluid acrylic paint and a unique blowing technique that will create dynamic, abstract patterns on a 12x12 canvas. 

Details:

• Cost: $25 (Artisan Members & Above), $35 (Basic/Family Members & Non-Members)
• Age: 12+

No experience needed, just come with your creativity! 

Join the Onöhsagwë: de’ Cultural Center for a day of shopping. Native artists and craftspeople will be set up indoors, throughout the building. Free and open to the public. Museum admission is free for the day.

Join in for the HoliTrot Fall Festival Trail Run! 

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate the beautiful autumn season with HoliMont! This exciting event features a Kids Race and a 5k, winding through their extensive and scenic trail system.

Schedule:

• 9:30 AM - Kids Race
• 10:00 AM - 5k Trail Run

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The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts presents, Girl Power - Piano Music Written For, By, and About Women with Pianist Jennifer Hayghe on February 23, 2025 a 3:00pm. 

Join Nicole Fair for a basket-weaving class on May 31st, 2025, from 12:00-3:00 pm! Create your own Small Williamsburg Basket in a variety of colors. 

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During this class you will learn Williamsburg Handle weaving, add decorative touches with twining and cross-back lashing, and choose from various colors for your 5”x5”x8” basket

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