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Christmas in Gowanda 2023

Gowanda is a a beautifully quaint community nestled among the hills surrounding Cattaraugus Creek and is coming together for a Christmas Celebration. Come help start off the holiday season downtown with local merchants, train rides all day, Annual tree lighting ceremony, Holiday Spirit Parade and a festive atmosphere for the whole family. Of course we can not forget that Santa and all his helpers will be there to help us celebrate this joyous time of year! Mark your calendars!
Michael Kent at Ray Evans

Michael was named Entertainer of the Year in Campus Activities Magazine and Magician of the Year by The Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA). Cleveland.com has listed Michael as one of Ohio's top 30 "Famously Funny" comedians along with Drew Carey, Dave Chappelle and Bob Hope. He was featured on the season premiere of the hit television show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us!"
Trivia Night at EBC Little Valley!

Join EBC Little Valley for a brand-new Thursday Night Trivia series! Gather your friends, grab a pint, and get ready to unleash your inner trivia buff! Mark your calendars: Trivia Nights will take place every other Thursday from 6:30pm - 8:00pm, starting April 4th.
To fuel your brainpower, Happy Hour will be extended from 4-8pm on trivia nights! Come show off your random knowledge and compete for bragging rights!
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:
Ron White at the Casino

Christmas in Gowanda

Gowanda is a a beautifully quaint community nestled among the hills surrounding Cattaraugus Creek and is coming together for a Christmas Celebration. Come help start off the holiday season downtown with local merchants, train rides all day, Annual tree lighting ceremony, Holiday Spirit Parade and a festive atmosphere for the whole family. Of course we can not forget that Santa and all his helpers will be there to help us celebrate this joyous time of year! Mark your calendars!
Two Locations in Cattaraugus County named in Top 10 Hidden Hidden Gems of WNY 2011

In 2011, an article written by Christine A. Smyczynski for the Member Connection, the magazine for AAA Members, two of the treasures of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County have been named in the top 10 Hidden Gems in Western New York by AAA.
Savage Road Bridge - Catt. Creek Public Stream Access
Sunset Movie Saturdays

Sunset Movie Saturdays are back!
Grab the whole crew and head to Jefferson Street Park in Salamanca to catch a favorite movie on the 33 foot screen.
Here is the 2025 Lineup:
May 31st: MineCraft
June 7th: The Wild Robot
June 14th: Mufasa 2024
June 21st: Community Choice Night (Moana 2, Dog Man, Sonic 3)
June 28th: Snow White 2025
All movies will begin at dusk and are weather dependent.
Otto
Otto is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name comes from Jacob S. Otto, an agent of the Holland Land Company.
Location
The Town of Otto lies on the northern border of the county.
An Adventure on the Ellicottville Bike Trails

The blog was created after the adventure in 2010.