Celebrating Flag Day
Commemorative Day this Sunday, June 14

By Carol Fisher-Linn     The most ubiquitous and beloved of ALL icons – Our American Flag.     Flag day in the United States is June 14, a day to honor […]

Native Offering Farm Expands Reach
Family Opened EVL Farm Shop in Ellicottville

by Barbara Arnstein     The EVL Farm Shop on 11 Martha Street is Ellicottville, NY, is brought to you by the owners of Native Offerings Farm in East Otto.         […]

Weekly Picks: Public Golf Course Guide
Concord Crest, E. Concord – Maplehurst, Lakewood

By Carol Fisher-Linn Maplehurst Golf Club, Lakewood, NY.     According to GOLF: “Maplehurst CC is a public regulation golf course with 18 holes, spanning 6147 yards with a par of […]

Holiday Valley Mudslide, June 20
Annual Mud Run Event & Unofficial Kickoff to Summer

By Kate Bartlett     Saturday, June 20 marks the annual Holiday Valley Mudslide, a sloppy, slidey, family-fun obstacle trail run. The event features courses ranging from 4.2 to 6 miles […]

Fredonia’s Italia Festival
Italian Culture and Traditions, June 20

By Darlene Brace    It’s that time of year again to celebrate Italian culture at the annual Fredonia Italia Festival, organized by Festivals Fredonia. This year, the festival will take […]

Hands-On Rain Barrel Workshop
Cornell Coop. Ext. Offers Class in Ellicottville Friday, June 12

Ellicottville NY Hands-On Rain Barrel Workshop Cornell Coop. Ext. Offers Class in Ellicottville June 12      Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cattaraugus County and Cattaraugus Soil and Water Conservation District invite […]

Give Big CHQ 2026
Online Fundraiser for Local Projects June, 11

Chautauqua County NY Give Big CHQ is a 24-hour online fundraising event that connects individuals with causes they care about in the community!     501 (c)(3) public nonprofit organizations can […]

America’s 250th Anniversary Tour
Historic Train Tour Makes Stop in CHQ. Co., June 9

    Chautauqua CountyNY     Chautauqua County officials are encouraging residents and visitors to safely enjoy a once-in-a-generation opportunity this summer as Union Pacific’s famed Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s […]

Holiday Valley Mudslide,
June 20 Annual Mud Run Event & Unofficial Kickoff to Summer

    Ellicottville NY Saturday, June 20 marks the annual Holiday Valley Mudslide, a trail run where participants can choose to race on either a 4.2-mile or a 6-mile course […]

Local Treasures: Letchworth State Park
“Grand Canyon of the East” Preserved Land

By Carol Fisher-Linn    Don’t travel across the country to visit the Grand Canyon, we have our own at Letchworth State Park.     A visit to Letchworth State Park will […]

Weekly Picks: Public Golf Course Guide
Cardinal Hills, Randolph – Peek’n Peak, Findley Lake

By Carol Fisher-Linn Cardinal Hills Golf Course      Nestled in the hills of Cattaraugus County, Cardinal Hills Golf Course in Randolph, NY is conveniently located just two miles off I-86 […]

Jamestown’s Yassou Festival
Immerse Yourself in Greek Culture, June 19 & 20

By Darlene Brace    If you’re looking for something to do this Father’s Day weekend, consider checking out the 42nd Yassou Festival. This Greek cultural community event takes place each […]

Gentner’s Commission Market
Auction, Farmer’s Market, & Flea Market in Springville

Article & Photos by Barbara Arnstein    Every Wednesday, year-round, Gentner’s Commission Market in Springville (fondly referred to by locals as “The Hill”) has auctions, which include chickens and calves, […]

Lakeshore CFA
Variety of Fine Arts Activities in Westfield

By Darlene Brace    The Lakeshore Center for the Arts in Westfield is a fine arts center that features live theater, instrumental groups, and digital arts. It hosts writers’ groups, […]