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Join Ellicottville Distillery as they celebrate the last day of 2023 with their annual "Liquor Mile" at on Sunday December 31st!

Distillery opens and registration for runners starts at 11am. Run starts at 12pm. It is $25 a runner to enter the 5k followed by the Liquor Mile which is $15. $35 fee if you are planning on doing both the 5K & Liquor Mile.

All proceeds will be donated to Oishei Children’s hospital.

After every quarter of a mile you get a miniature cocktail! 1 mile run + 4 drinks!

As Christmas approaches, join Jessica Borchert on December 7th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a magical painting session. Learn to create a beautiful Christmas tree, making a heartfelt gift perfect for your loved ones.

Cost:

$30 - Artisan Members & Above

$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-Members

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

The Olean Theatre Workshop presents, "I Never Saw a Butterfly", a moving theatrical production that honors the memories of children who perished in the Terezin concentration camp in WWII. Based on their poems and drawings, the play showcases their hope, creativity, and humanity amidst unimaginable suffering, serving as a powerful tribute to their legacy. 

Showtimes at $10/ticket

Thursday, May 1st - 7:30pm

Friday, May 2nd - 7:30pm

Saturday, May 3rd - 7:30pm 

Sunday, May 4th - 2:30pm

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.

Join Foster Cattaraugus for an enchanting evening at the 2nd Annual Adult Prom hosted at Woodside Tavern on the Range on Saturday, August 9th at 6:00pm, benefiting foster care in Cattaraugus County. Don a mask and formal attire for a night of mystery and magic.

Cocktail Hour - 6-7pm, with the event to follow 7-11pm

Dinner - 8pm, provided by Toad's Butcher Shop

Photos - 6-7:45pm, available via donation from April Bojanowski Photography

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 in on this great opportunity to learn about migratory species and birding as a hobby with a birding walk hosted by Tim Baird, president of the Cattaraugus Bird Club. 

Join Tim from 8:00am - 9:00am on either Saturday, May 3rd or May 17th, for a great morning walk along the beautiful property at Pfeiffer Nature Center, fun for all ages! 

MEET AT 8:00AM AT THE ESHELMAN PROPERTY AT PFEIFFER NATURE CENTER 

Get ready for a sweet summer treat!  Join Buffalo Cake Pops at Pour Taproom in Ellicottville, NY on Thursday, August 14th from 6pm-8pm for a Tropical Summer Sugar Cookie Decorating Class!  

In this 2-hour class, you'll learn the art of sugar cookie decorating with a luau theme. You'll receive 6 cookies and step-by-step guidance on techniques like royal icing, wet-on-wet designs, and texture creation. Plus, take home their royal icing recipe to practice your new skills!  

Cost: $57.00 

Take Your Photography to the Next Level with help from instructor, Dan Jordan on July 12th, 2025, from 12:00-3:00 pm for a beginner's photography class. Learn the fundamentals of photography and discover how to capture stunning images that go beyond simple snapshots with tips like camera settings and how to use them effectively, composition techniques for visually appealing photos, and lighting, focus, and exposure control. 

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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.

Visit the Fannie Bartlett House for their "Pie on the Porch" event! They will have pie-themed raffle baskets!

This Queen Anne-style house was originally built in 1881 by George Foreman, and purchased in 1891 by Frank and Fannie Bartlett for $15,000, a hefty sum for that time, he said. The house features nine rooms decorated in turn-of-the-century Victoriana and seven fireplaces, each different in design and composition.

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:

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 SerenHippity on June 21st, 2025, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for a fun and creative tie-dye experience! Design your own unique tote bag using professional techniques and take home your handmade masterpiece. 

Dive into the World of Tie-Dye and learn fabric prep, folding, and tying techniques for stunning designs. Discover the secrets to achieving vibrant colors and long-lasting results and get hands-on experience with dyeing and creating your own custom design

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The Ellicottville Historical Society invites you to join their Fright Walks on September 27, October 4, October 18, and October 25.

With the Thanksgiving holiday less than a week away, Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino is gearing up to start the ensuing holiday season in spectacular fashion.