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Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park - 2024

HO! HO! HO! The holidays are fast approaching and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending some time in Allegany State Park. Join the Environmental Education Department on Saturday, December 7th for a fun, festive, family event- Saturday with Santa!
In this, the season of giving, we are asking event participants to bring non-perishable food items and/or an unwrapped toy to be donated to a local food pantry and Toys for Tots. This is sure to be a great day! Don't miss out!
Red House
Red House is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. As of the 2000 census, the town population was 38, making it the least populous town in the state. The name comes from a small stream, Red House Creek.
Quick Center’s ArtMobile celebrates 10 years of visiting local libraries in 2018

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University kicks off its 10-year anniversary this month participating in the National Summer Reading Program, making stops at public libraries across New York and Pennsylvania.
Hidden Gems: Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations for National Tourism Week

Avoid the Winter Blues

You may think that the winter in the Enchanted Mountains is only for skiiers and snowboarders, but it's not! Check out the variety of events happening for you to enjoy without skis or a snowboard.
Seneca Nation of Indians Fishing Licenses

The Joy of Visiting a Sunflower Field: A Golden Experience

There's something inherently magical about standing amidst a sea of sunflowers.
Visiting a sunflower field is more than just a visual delight; it's an experience that engages all the senses and leaves you with lasting memories and The Songin Farm allows y
Allegheny River Valley Trail Map
This map is of the Allegheny River Valley Trail which is located in the Town of Allegany and in the Town & City of Olean.
Mansfield
The Town of Mansfield is centrally located in Cattaraugus County, north of Salamanca. The name was thought to be that of a noble family in England.
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo

Postponed- "Duke Bluebeard's Castle" - A One Act Opera

Leon
The town of Leon, New York is known for a majority of the population being Old Order Amish.
The town of Leon, New York was formed, from the town of Conewango, on April 24, 1832. James Waterhouse named it for the ancient Kingdom of Leon of Spain.
Griffis Sculpture Park is Open

Rockin' Outcroppings

The Enchanted Mountains is home to, at least, three giant outcroppings of rocks!
Rock City Park
the largest outcropping of quartz conglomerate rocks at Rock City Park being the largest in the world!
Little Rock City
Little Rock City in Little Rock City State Forest
Thunder Rocks
Thunder Rocks at Allegany State Park
Franchot Park
67th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage

66th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage

Great Valley
Great Valley is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The town is named after its local geographical setting, a relative comparison of two tributaries (the other being the neighboring Little Valley) of the Allegheny River.
Griffis Sculpture Park is Open

Tri-County Arts Council: Pet Painting Workshop

Join Jessica Borchert on November 19th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a vibrant workshop where you’ll use bright colors and a grid technique to create a stunning portrait of your pet. The class will use a 14" x 11" canvas. While we’d love to meet your pet in person, please bring a photo reference of your furry friend instead.
Cost:
$30 - Artisan Members & Above
$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-Members
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.