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See “OUTPOST” Page 10
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Area Events
For more information on NY Parks visit parks.ny.gov
NANNEN ARBORETUMOpen Daily • 24 Hours
Town of Ellicottville, Ellicottville
EVL VILLAGE PARKOpen Daily • Till Dusk
Village of Ellicottville, Ellicottville
KINZUA BRIDGE STATE PARKOpen Daily • 8-6pm
296 Viaduct Rd, Mt. Jewett
LONGPOINT STATE PARKOpen Daily • 24 Hours
4459 NY-430, Bemus Point
DARIEN LAKE STATE PARKOpen Daily • 8-9pm
10475 Harlow Rd, Darien Center
ALLEGANY STATE PARKOpen Daily • 24 Hours
Allegany State Park, Salamanca
LETCHWORTH STATE PARKOpen Daily • 6-11pm
Letchworth State Park, Castile
CHESTNUT RIDGE PARKOpen Daily • 7-Dusk
Chestnut Ridge Rd, Orchard Park
CHIMNEY BLUFFS PARKOpen Daily • 6-9pm
7700 Garner Rd, Wolcott
WOODLAWN BEACH PARKOpen Daily • 7-8pm
3580 Lake Shore Rd, Blasdell
GRIFFIS SCULPTURE PARKMay 1st - October 31st • Till Dusk
Mill Valley Road, East Otto
LAKE ERIE STATE PARKOpen Daily • 8-Dusk5838 NY-5, Brocton
SCOBY DAM PARKOpen Daily • 7-9pm
Scoby Hill Rd, Springville
See “FOOD” Page 10
See “BeLLe” Page 11
Holiday Valley in 2020-2021$2.9M Invested During Pandemic, Anticipated Nov. Opening
Did You Know: Fresh Eggs ... Pg. 12
See “FaLL” Page 8
See “INK” Page 11
EVL Chamber Spotlight: EVL InkEVL Ink Tattoo & Apparel’s Vinny Bielli
See “WIN-SUM” Page 8
Now is a Great Time to Raise Your Own Chickens
Ellicottville Preps for Columbus Day... Pg. 4
Halloween Half Marathon 2020 ... Pg. 5
Cafe Permits Extended, Excluding the Holiday Weekend
Adventure Bound onthefly Collaborates w/Brewing Co.
The Outpost Tasting Room
At the Village Board of Trustees Tuesday night, the group discussed a highly limited Fall Festival. The special meeting was called by Mayor John Burrell to effectively cancel the annual autumn celebration.
Did you know…? Yes a lot of us are still “cooped” up in our houses most of the time. It seems like we are getting used to it. Many of us are concerned about what the winter will bring, such as food. We all know there are a lot of things that have increased in price and have a very short supply. Many people are canning and stocking up for the winter.
Ellicottville to Fall Fest: Fuhgeddaboudit!
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Story by JohN thomaS, Staff Writer
John Lennon wrote it: strange days indeed. And you know you’re in a strange time when the Executive Director of the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is telling the public
EVL Fall Festival Cancelled
The top of the Mardi Gras lift at Holiday Valley is an excellent place to view the fall colors.
not to come to town expecting to find the usual Fall Festival. In September, the holiday weekend is usually the annual street artists’ fair that attracts thousands of people to the resort town. But these are not normal times. The Coronavirus has
Marketing Director of Holiday Valley, Jane Eshbaugh shares some history of the resort. Pictured: 1. Artist Bob Siemer painting the first trail map of Holiday Valley. 2. First Holiday Valley Lodge and Yodeler T-Bar.
by carol fiSher
“There is nothing like Ellicottville.” Jane Eshbaugh, Marketing Director at Holiday Valley said these words in a telephone interview. Asked if she was speaking from her heart (as most of us who know and love
Ellicottville would), or from reality, she said, “truly, there is no situation in the ski industry quite like the one we have here in Ellicottville.” Eshbaugh went on to elaborate about Holiday Valley,
by JeSSica miller
Wing aficionados from across the region, New York state, the United States, and even the world have known that downtown Buffalo is the place to be during Labor Day weekend. The area food pantries who received much of their practical operations support also knew
Buffalo Wing King Organizes Event for Food Banks
Walk Off Hunger in October
FeedMore WNY is an organization resulting from the merger of Meals on Wheels and The Food Bank. FeedMore WNY is an organization resulting from the merger of Meals on Wheels and The Food Bank.
the annual Wing Festival at Sahlen Field as one of their significant sources of funds. Unfortunately, like most large events, the wing festival was cancelled for 2020. Without wings and blue cheese to be their bread and butter for the year, there is a funding gap to be filled.
by Shelby toth
The latest storefront welcomed to Ellicottville’s main street belongs to a familiar face. John Rounds, owner of Adventure Bound and Ellicottville Coffee Company, has expanded his business to include a barrel-aged beer tasting
A collaboration with the Western New York Mountain Bike Association on coffee beans led Rounds to a connection with 42 North Brewing Company, based out of East Aurora.
CHQ. Spotlight: CHQ. BelleFall Sailings Down the River on the Belle
by JuDy Shuler
After down time this summer and several hundred thousand dollars of maintenance below the water line, the Chautauqua Belle is once again welcoming passengers aboard.
by caSey barber
Located at 5 E. Washington Street in Ellicottville, EVL Ink Tattoo & Apparel is a studio that people travel to from all over. They offer custom tattoos, apparel, and one-of-a-kind artwork! EVL Ink has earned a reputation comprised of
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Walks On The Wild SideHoliday Valley to Offer Walking Opportunities in October
We’re excited to offer a Walk on the Wild Side! For $20, you’ll get a Mardi Gras chairlift ride, Spruce Chairlift ride and one pass on the Sky Flyer Mountain Coaster. Feeling adventurous? Ride up Mardi Gras, hike down Candy Cane, take a ride on the Coaster, ride up Spruce, hike the XC trails back and down Mardi Gras. The Walk on the Wild Side will be available throughout our Fall Foliage weekends in October.
“Dress The Scarecrow” @ HVOutdoor Clothing Drive During Fall Foliage Weekends in October
During the October Fall Foliage Weekends (October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 and 25-26), Holiday Valley will be hosting an outdoor clothing drive called Dress the Scarecrow. Bring your
gently used clean winter wear and on your way to the Mardi Gras lift, you can dress a scarecrow that’s lining the walk. There are various sizes ranging from daddy
scarecrows to mommy scarecrows to kid-size scarecrows, all sizes are welcome! Clothing will be donated to a local charity that distributes clothing to those in need.
Last StrOlean CanceledGreater Olean Area Chamber Looks Forward to Events in 2021
OLEAN: Next up in the GOACC Events Schedule was to be its final Strolean of the season, October 3rd. In discussion with the Cattaraugus County Health Department, GOACC found out that “It was not recommended to draw a crowd of that size to an isolated downtown area.” New York State Governor announced that in Phase IV of reopening, social gatherings of up to 50 people will be allowed. The Western New York region entered Phase 4 of reopening as of June 30, 2020. Meme K. Yanetsko, GOACC COO, “Although extremely upset by another cancellation, we completely understand the scenario of events over 50 with the safety
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and health of our volunteers, staff, and attendees.” StrOlean is defined as an event to be held basically anywhere in the immediate area — downtown Allegany, Olean, Portville. Event goers would saunter, amble, wander, walk the sidewalks, and able to enjoy food, music, fine arts, classic cars and fun for all age. “For this event, there are several locations that would host people. We assumed each location would be regulated with the max of 50 people, enabling the event to be held. However, as it is all under one event name, StrOlean cannot be held this weekend or later in October (if rescheduling could happen),” added Yanetsko. On a positive note, GOACC’s Events Committee
have another great lineup for you from the history of Holiday Valley, to its ambitious investments even during a pandemic. Then, there were the ambitions of a 22-year-old tattoo artist Vinny Bielli who decided to begin his own business here in Ellicottville. Read about how Adventure Bound onthefly has “brewed up” a new dimension to their business and how The Wing King has invented a new fundraiser for the local Food Banks that you can participate in this month, since the Buffalo Wing Festival couldn’t take place this year.
met last week and has given the go ahead for all events to return in 2021. The complete schedule will be set out shortly. For more information on GOACC or its activities/programs, please call the Chamber at 716-372-4433 or email [email protected]. Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, located at 301 North Union Street in downtown Olean, has been the leading business organization in the greater Olean area since 1906. Our business plan reflects activities related to lobbying local and state leaders and developing programs, to supporting workforce development, small business owners, large corporate entities’, non-profit organizations, manufacturers, and area residents.
We have spoken with The Chamber of Commerce and attended the Special Village Board meeting to bring you up to date on all the regulations in store for Columbus Day Weekend (page 4). And finally, we are two weeks early into fall foliage this year (you can read more about that on the back cover). Sit back, relax, enjoy the read, we have plenty in store for you! As always, we are looking for ideas and contributions; please email me at [email protected] with what’s on your mind. Until next week, JZ
Whether Outside or In, Ellicottville is the Town to Be InWhat’s Shakin’ In E’Ville
by: mouthSaytoNgue
This has been the best fall I can remember here in the Enchanted Mountains. The colors have been spectacular. Get up to The Valley or go to Allegheny State Park or hit the trails around town but get out there and enjoy the scenery. A reminder that Villaggio is back and open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Rafi’s Platter By Amber is reopening October 1, Tuesday-Sunday. The music scene is slowing down now that the outdoor options are closing up, but we have a few so let’s see who’s where. FRIDAY: Balloons kicks off the weekend with Jennifer Westwood and Dylan Dunbar out in the tent from 5-8pm. This Detroit band loves the area and decided to stick around for another weekend. They play a country/blues/jazz set of originals and covers. Try the vegan tacos. The owner says they’re as good as the mahi tacos. Hmmmm? SATURDAY: We’re
back at Balloons for Qwen Eichenseher from 5-8pm. Qwen plays a roots/bluegrass/folk set of covers and originals. Try the souvlaki salad with chicken. A great keto friendly option. Finnerty’s will host AJ Tetalaff from 6-9pm. AJ plays a multi genre set of covers from the 70’s through today and tries to let the crowd dictate the mood. Try the Irish meatballs or any of the specials and wash it down with one of the craft beers on tap. Don’t miss Bills Sunday; it’s something special at Finnerty’s. Ellicottville Brewing Company will host Fall Fest reimagined on Saturday the 3rd and the 10th with two seatings from 1-4pm and 6-9pm. Lot’s of German food options and of course, lots of beer. Call the brewery about tickets. Over in Mayville, The Big Inlet will host Osborne/Nash on Sunday from 2-5pm. They will be releasing they’re new CD that day. They play a
mixture of country/rock-n-roll/roots style covers and originals. The Growlers will open at 1pm. Kev’s Kitchen Food Truck will be on site for food options. Monday we’re back in Mayville at Andriaccio’s with Bill Ward from 6-9pm. Bill plays a roots/blues/folk/country style set of covers to accompany fine farm to table Italian dining. All the venues offer music as an educational and therapeutic event incidental to their food and drink and require that you wear masks and practice social distancing whenever you are not seated at your table. All venues besides Finnerty’s are outdoor so music is weather permitting. We ask that you treat our town as your own when you’re visiting and we hope that you’ll come back often and bring friends. At this time I ask that wherever you are please, ALWAYS SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!!! It only requires that you listen.
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People can gather prayers for our nation, the Rosary Coast to Coast at Holy Name of Mary Church, 22 Jefferson St., Ellicottville, NY on October 11th. Procession with Rosary at 4 pm
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Application for New Minor Subdivision on Maples Road New Lots for Elk Creek
Story by JohN thomaS; Staff Writer
The Town Planning Board on Monday night discussed a previous application for adding an accessory apartment to a garage on Leslie Road. The plan had met with some objections due to its size and would have created a garage/apartment over the Town’s maximum size allowed for an accessory structure. Several neighbors had voiced their objections at a public hearing. At Monday’s meeting, there was word the applicant might submit revised plans to the Board. Town Planner Gary Palumbo said he had not received any revised plans, and Code Enforcement Officer Kelly Fredrickson, listening by phone, said the applicant was considering building an addition to their home and if so, would subsequently withdraw the application. The Board considered an application to create a minor subdivision on Maples Road. Mr. Palumbo said the plan is to make one lot into four lots, and all the new lots meet the zoning for the area. Because the lots front a county road, Mr. Palumbo submitted the plan to the County Planning Board and
added he had received their response with no substantive comment from the County. The Planner suggested the Board issue a negative declaration to complete the State Environmental Quality Review, finding no environmental impact. Palumbo said he found “no red flags” with the plan and said it meets all the criteria for a minor subdivision. The Board passed a motion to approve the project. The last item the Board discussed was a preliminary plan to create 11 new lots from the remaining undeveloped lots at the Elk Creek subdivision on Maples Rd, just past the library. (Full disclosure: Your Correspondent is a resident of the Elk Creek subdivision.) Initially, the development was intended to have 38 lots, each with a single-family home. Ten of the lots were set-aside for phase one of the development, and of those seven has houses. Brothers Paul and Mike Timkey were on hand to present their plan to combine the remaining 28 lots into 11 larger lots, each having a single-family home. Currently, Elk Creek drive dead-ends just past the
last developed lot. The new plan calls for extending the road into the center of the new lots ending in a cul-de-sac. Four of the new lots will face Maples Road, and their driveways will be on Maples. One Board member said he would like to see the cul-de-sac continue around to connect to Maples because, as he said, “We have cul-de-sacs everywhere.” There was a question about the largest fire truck being able to turn around through the cul-de-sac. There was a question about the length of the extended road. Mr. Palumbo said the road would have to conform to the Town standards for cul-de-sacs. He referred to the zoning codes and said a dead-end road should be no longer than 1,000’ and serve no more than 12 residencies. The preliminary plan submitted showed the road servicing 14 lots. Planner Palumbo said the pair would have to submit preliminary plans in the next step and suggested the team meet with Town Engineer Ben Slotman, the Code Enforcement Officer and Town Planner to determine the drawings needed and the best solution for the cul-de-sac.
Cafe Permits Extended Excluding the Holiday Weekend
Ellicottville Preps for Columbus Day
By JOHN THOMaS, STaFF WrITer
FaLL FeST PreP At the Village Board of Trustees Tuesday night, the group discussed a highly limited Fall Festival. The special meeting was called by Mayor John Burrell to effectively cancel the annual autumn celebration. Held via Microsoft Meetings, the Trustees discussed preparations for the holiday weekend that combines art and fall foliage. This year the autumnal display is expected to be at full flourish bringing droves of people into the town without the popular street fair. Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, Brian McFadden, and Trustee Doug Bush took the lead at the meeting, describing the “best practices” for the weekend. Mr. McFadden said he wanted to know what changes the Village wanted regarding tables, tents, signs, and parking. Mr. Bush said because of social distancing guidelines, it would be essential to keep the sidewalks as open as possible to allow people to pass. Mayor Burrell said the Iskalo lot on Jefferson would be posted and barricaded to prevent parking. There will be no camping, sidewalk tables, tailgating, or fireworks allowed, and the open container law will be enforced. The Board, trying to extend some help to downtown businesses, voted to extend the café permits until October 24, except for Columbus Day weekend. Trustee Doug Bush and Code
Village Mayor May Receive Emergency PowersEnforcement Officer Kelly Fredrickson will circulate a letter to downtown restaurants explaining what the Village expects in compliance. The Board said they would revisit the Café Dining Law next year.
SHOrT-TerM reNTaLS Trustee Cappelli discussed the Village’s short-term rental law, saying they are developing an online application and compliance form. He is preparing a letter to the owners of short-term rental units, including rental agencies and those units listed online. Starting November 1, there will be a way for residents to file complaints regarding renters, and there will be enforcement of the law. Cappelli said the Board would also revisit the short-term rental law next year.
eMergeNCy POWerS Mr. Burrell brought up the possibility of the crowds on Columbus Day weekend becoming too large for the Village to handle. He turned the meeting over to Rich Stanton, the Village’s Attorney. Mr. Stanton said there is a provision for giving the Mayor emergency powers. If the crowds become too much, the Mayor can declare a state of emergency and order the street to be cleared and shut down establishments if people are not social distancing. Mr. Stanton said paperwork must be filed with the County Health Department in advance of the weekend. A motion was passed to have the Attorney file the proper papers. eveNTS aCTUaLLy HaPPeNINg Mayor Burrell pointed out
several events coming up in October. At 2pm October 3, the Bicentennial Committee will have a plaque dedication in front of St. Paul’s Church. The commemorative plaque will honor Grove Hurlburt, who purchased the first lot in Ellicottville. There will be punch and cupcakes. State Senator George Borrello, County Representative Ginger Schroder and Assemblymen Joe Giglio will attend. The EVGV Trail will be holding a chicken bar-b-que on October 17. Carson’s will be cooking chicken and ribs in front of Town/Village Hall from noon until sold out.
OrgaNIzaTIONaL MeeTINg The Board then adjourned the special meeting and opened the annual Organizational Meeting. Burrell said the Organizational Meeting is usually held just after the election, but this year the election had been delayed until September. The Mayor welcomed Ed Inhoff to the Board and named Greg Cappelli as Deputy Mayor. Lisa Saunders was appointed to the Village Planning Board, filling the vacancy left by Jack Kramer. Harry Weissman was appointed to the Village Zoning Board of Appeals. Commissioners were appointed: John Burrell – Budget Officer, Beatification – Alley Kats, Streets, and Special Events – Doug Bush, Water, and Sewer – Ed Imhoff, Refuse – Greg Cappelli, Sidewalks – Sean Lowes, and a new unfilled commission: Equipment.
Drawing of the proposed phase two lots for the Elk Creek Subdivision. The yellow and green are new lots combined from the remaining smaller lots. White lots were devel-oped as part of phase one.
Exclusive Ghost Hunt
Halloween Half Marathon 2020
Wildwood Sanitarium in Salamanca, NY on October 9th, 8pm
Annual Marathon Event Starts on Monroe Street in Ellicottville, October 24
Wildwood Sanitarium located at 71 Prospect Avenue in Salamanca, NY presents this exclusive Ghost Hunt on
Welcome to the EVL Halloween Half. One of the most fun Half Marathons you’ll ever participate in! WHERE? The EVL Half begins and ends in the charming village of Ellicottville, NY. Running in the EVL Half Marathon will take you on 13.1 miles of beautiful countryside roads. WHEN? The Half will start at 11 AM on Monroe Street, NY in the Village of Ellicottville on Saturday, October 24, 2020! WHY? Because it is October and what could be more fun? The race will also benefit
Friday October 9th 2020 at 8pm till midnight. Your all Inclusive experience will include a tour
our charity partners - The Ellicottville Sport Boosters - a group dedicated to getting local children involved in athletics, as well as the local food pantry. Participants are invited to run in costume and enjoy other Halloween related activities but this is by no means mandatory. HOW? If you love running, wearing costumes, meeting other people, and having a great time, the EVL Half is for you! Participants are invited to run in costume and enjoy other Halloween related activities but this is by no means mandatory.
of the Grounds and inside the historic building. Psychic medium Brooke Wagatha will give history and stories from their location, as well as use of some their ghost hunting equipment to see they we can connect with the other side. If you have your own ghost hunting equipment we highly recommend that you bring it. Get your exclusive limited tickets for only $40. (Tickets are available at brownpapertickets.com/event/4758906 Please bring a flashlight and wear appropriate clothing for ghost hunting and keep social distancing guidelines in mind.
Get started by registering so you can start thinking about finding a costume that won’t chafe. ENTRY GUARANTEE: The world is a much different place than it was just a few months ago. With all the uncertainty and cancellations around endurance events we want to ease your mind a bit. While we are working hard putting in place the plans for having the same great race experience that everyone has grown to expect at our events for 2020, we also want to offer a guarantee. If due to the current covid-19 crisis we are not able to hold the race, you will be able to use the entry for any one of Endurancfactor’s remaining 2020 races or future 2021 or 2022 events. So, your entry is safe, and you will have many opportunities to get back into racing. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing you soon!
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New CRCF Scholarship EstablishedThe Kathy Jowsey Spirit Scholarship Will Support Franklinville Graduates
OLEAN, N.Y., September 23, 2020 — Kathy Jowsey was a beloved figure in Franklinville. In high school, she could be found in the stands at every game, cheering loudly. Car horns could often be heard around her house as passersby always wanted to greet their loved friend. Later in life, she could always be found around town, often recognized from afar by her distinct, jovial laugh. The Kathy Jowsey Spirit Scholarship Fund, recently established at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, will support Franklinville graduates that embody the school spirit and love of place that Jowsey sported all her life. Jowsey, who graduated from Franklinville Central School/Ten Broeck Academy, worked at Motorola Inc. in Arcade for nearly 40 years, but she never wanted to move from her home in Franklinville and the community she loved, said lifelong friend Sue Maffei of Franklinville. “When she was at Motorola, she always got there early. She worked overtime. She always worked so hard,” said Maffei. “When Motorola moved, she wouldn’t move because she didn’t want to leave Franklinville. So she went to work for Merit Tool in Ellicottville for lesser pay, and she was probably 59, but she did it because her work ethic was amazing.” When she retired, Jowsey, always the good neighbor, helped transport people to doctor’s appointments in Olean and Buffalo. In honor of that hard-working spirit, the scholarship is intended to support a student who may not have the most
outstanding grades, but has worked hard to achieve their level of academic success. Maffei said she hopes the scholarship will be part of the support system for students that Jowsey lacked during her time in school. “She was very proud of what she became. She worked hard for everything she had,” Maffei said. “But she never went to college, and she could have. She just didn’t have the support system to push her there. “I hope this means a lot to the recipient,” said Maffei. “That someone cares a lot for the kids who want to go to college that may have a hard time doing so otherwise.” After Jowsey passed away in 2017, Maffei and her husband Alva Lockwoord, found that Jowsey had requested a scholarship be established through her estate, with the request written on a piece of paper. Per Jowseys’ request, the scholarship will be for graduates of Ten Broeck Academy/Franklinville High School who demonstrate financial need who have worked hard academically and exemplify school spirit through extracurricular activities, sports and/or volunteerism. Preference will be for a student majoring in business, accounting, sports management or journalism. The scholarship award, which will be made for the first time in 2021, will be a minimum of $1,000 annually. As for Jowsey’s spirit, the class vice president of 1973 is maybe best remembered by her infectious and distinguished laugh. “You always knew when Jowsey was around because
she had a laugh that could carry 20 miles,” said Maffei. “You could hear her laugh in Olean.” Maffei remembered one instance that summarized Jowsey’s spirit and her importance to Franklinville. “She went to California to Disneyland one time with a friend from work,” remembered Maffei. “When she was there, she was laughing, and someone was up on a flagpole changing the flag. She happened to be from Franklinville, so she yelled ‘Kathy Jowsey, I know you’re down there. I hear that laughter!’ ” For students that embody Jowsey’s spirit and love of place, the Kathy Jowsey Spirit Memorial Scholarship will be voice encouraging them to work hard, laugh often and love their home for many years to come. Donations can be made to the Kathy Jowsey Spirit Memorial Scholarship Fund at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203 in Olean, NY 14760 or online at cattfoundation.orgEstablished in 1994, the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is growing good by connecting donors to the causes they care about most in the region. Grants from the foundation support many areas, including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service, and youth development. To learn more, call (716) 301-CRCF (2723), email [email protected], or visit online at www.cattfoundation.org. CRCF is also on Facebook (facebook.com/cattfoundation) and Twitter (@CattFoundation).
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Fall Fling @ Valley View FarmsGreat Outdoor Vendor Event in Machias, NY on October 10th & 11th
Join the farm for a great outdoor craft show at the Valley View Farms Pumpkin Patch located at 8567 Route 240 in Machias, NY (Just minutes away from Ellicottville) on October 10th and 11th from 11-4pm daily for the annual Fall Fling event. Get your pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks, mums and straw along with some wonderful homemade crafts. Such as holiday decor, wood crafts, embroidered items, cows milk soaps and more.
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Walk For Paws EventSocially Distanced Pet Costume Parade at the Chautauqua Mall, October 31st
We are excited to announce a safe and socially distanced Walk For Paws Pet Costume Parade presented by Happy Hounds Hotel and Day Spa at the Chautauqua Mall in Lakewood. For folks that would like to fundraise for the Walk For Paws we would ask that you sign up at Chqhumane.org. There will be special Walk For Paws T-shirts for folks that raise
$100 and other great prizes for those that raise $250 or more. Register to fundraise here. There is no need to register to participate in the Walk For Paws Pet Costume Parade, just show up for a fun time. We do appreciate those folks who do take time to register to help out the homeless pets at CCHS. During the Walk For Paws Costume Parade we invite you to stop by our storefront that
has been generously donated by the Chautauqua Mall to meet some animals that are currently up for adoption. Special thanks to Chautauqua Chemicals Company, Fessenden Laumer and DeAngelo, PLLC, Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, UBS Financial, and St. Luke’s Church for their support of the Walk For Paws. We are also grateful to our media sponsor the Media One Radio Group. Pets attending must be leashed and up to date on all vaccinations. People must wear masks and follow all CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19.
“Fungus Among Us” Little ExplorersAudubon Community Nature Center, Saturday, October 10th, 11:30am
Jamestown, N.Y. – You and the three to eight-year-old child(ren) in your life can learn about “The Fungus Among Us” at Audubon Community Nature Center’s (ACNC) Little Explorers, Saturday, October 10, 2020, 10-11:30 a.m. Fungi start off their life as tiny spores, but once they find the right spot with some decomposing plants for lunch, those spores grow into one of the wide variety of fungi, molds, and mushrooms. You can discover more about what fungi really are, what they need to survive, and how big of a deal these seemingly small organisms can be. After an indoor lesson, you will head outside to see how many kinds of fungi you can find and explore their different colors, sizes, and textures. A snack is provided after the hike and a craft is offered if there is time. Audubon’s COVID-19 safety precautions require face coverings for all visitors ages 3 and up for indoor programs. They are also required outdoors when visitors cannot maintain six feet of distance between family groups. The fee for the program is $8 for adults, $6 for children and Nature Center members. Make reservations by Thursday, October 8, 2020, by calling (716) 569-2345
Audubon Community Nature Center’s Little Explorers will learn about “The Fungus Among Us” on Saturday morning, October 10. After an indoor lesson on fungi, they will explore outdoors to see what they can discover.during business hours or by going to AudubonCNC.org/Programs and clicking on “Current Schedule.” Univera Healthcare sponsors the 2020 Little Explorers series. Little Explorers is presented on the second Saturday of every month, 10-11:30 a.m. ACNC is located at 1600 Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, N.Y., and Warren, Pa. The first floor of the Nature Center building, including the Blue Heron Gift Shop, is open to the public Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Because not all of the building is accessible, admission is by donation only. You are welcome to visit the 600-acre nature
preserve from dawn to dusk daily. Enjoy the native tree arboretum, gardens, picnic area, and six miles of trails, and view Liberty, Audubon’s non-releasable Bald Eagle, while practicing safe social distancing measures. To learn more about Audubon and its many programs, call (716) 569-2345 during business hours, visit AudubonCNC.org, or find Audubon Community Nature Center on Facebook. Audubon Community Nature Center builds and nurtures connections between people and nature by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about and understand the natural world, and knowledge to act in environmentally responsible ways.
4-H Chicken BBQ FundraiserScheduled for October 9 & 10 at Tractor Supply in Dunkirk
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Jamestown and Dunkirk, New York (September 17, 2020) -- Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s 4-H Youth Development Program is excited to announce their first chicken barbecue fundraiser that will be held Friday, October 9th from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Tractor Supply in Dunkirk and Saturday, October 10th from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Runnings in Jamestown. The barbecue will be a drive-through style. The event is a part of the kickoff to the new 4-H year, National 4-H Week. The National 4-H week is held the first full week in October each year. Area 4-H clubs will have window displays with projects completed by youth and information on how to join 4-H. Chiavetta’s Catering will be providing the chicken dinners, which also includes coleslaw, potato salad, and a roll. Tickets are available now for $11.00 from any 4-H member or by contacting the
4-H Office at 716-664-9502 ext. 212. Limited dinners will be available the day of the event for $12.00. Niagara Chocolate candy bars will also be for sale the day of the event. A non-perishable food drive will be held during the drive-through barbecue to benefit the JCC Student Food Pantry. Chautauqua County 4-H staff and volunteers are planning on holding programming for nearly 300 youth who regularly participate in traditional programming in the coming year. Educational meetings will be held in-person and via Zoom. The Science and Technology for Rural Youth (STORY) Program is also continuing in the new year and is looking for groups of youth in grades 6-12 who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) programming in-person or virtually. LEAF Junior classes and project kits will be available for youth who are not enrolled in 4-H as well. Visit www.cce.cornell.edu/chautauqua for more information and be sure to like Chautauqua County 4-H and Cornell
Cooperative Extension Chautauqua County on Facebook. Partially funded by Chautauqua County, 4-H is anticipating a funding cut in 2021. The annual Green Tie Affair that raised $29,000 for 4-H last year is also in jeopardy because of group size limits due to COVID-19, this fundraiser is very important for the future of 4-H. Cornell Cooperative Extension would like to thank the community for their continued support of positive youth development in Chautauqua County. The 4-H Youth Development Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE-Chautauqua). CCE-Chautauqua is a community based educational organization, affiliated with Cornell University, Chautauqua County Government, the NYS SUNY system, and the federal government through the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
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Beat on the Street:What are Some of Your Predictions for the Rest of 2020?
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The old saying about hindsight being the perfect eye prescription can be used in many different ways now because of this past year being 2020. Thank the heavens that this year will be in hindsight soon, as we’ve been dealt a gnarly hand and have been seeing some high hands from negativity. As the struggle to keep composure
Franklin A. - Bills get a home playoff game and none of us can be there.
Billy K. - Asteroids!Tara L. - It can’t get any worse...
John Q. - Civil unrest. War in the Middle East. Covid-19 vaccine and mutations. Nancy Pelosi gets a heart transplant. DJT wins election amidst controversy. Chad Neal wins the lottery.
Niki M. - Probably snow
Bobby O. - Stimulus and quarantine again Everything shuts down again
had officials making strange rules - playing by ear, the weirdness just kept on coming. Taking it lightly is the best way to cope if devastation hasn’t compiled on your life, and if so the light at the end of this year should hold hope. Nothing is for certain, but we can try to foresee. What are some of your predictions for the rest of 2020?
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Win-Sumwhich is independently owned: “No one our size in the industry has the proximity to a small town that is big and progressive enough to attract people – in Ellicottville there are specialty shops, top-quality restaurants and continuous unusual events and activities to bring people to the community as well as to the ski areas.” Holiday Valley (Win-Sum Ski Corporation) was founded in 1957 by Edna and Bill Northrup and friends operating four runs and one T-bar lift. (That sounds much simpler than it actually was.) Today, “The Valley” as locals call it, features “60 slopes and 13 lifts, 3 base lodges, slope-side lodging and dining, conference facilities, an 18-hole golf course, a tree-top aerial adventure park, a mountain coaster and a summer pool complex,” as we learn on Holiday Valley’s Pressroom page. Since then, throughout its sixty-three years, the operation has experienced steady growth, transforming into the biggest tourist attraction in Cattaraugus County. So, how did they do it? Learning from their story, one can truly appreciate the incredible power of VISION! To begin with, the founders started with an old auto engine to pull skiers up the ungroomed winter-y Fish Hill slopes where the idea first took hold. The frustrating, sometimes comical fits-and-starts adventures likely kept them all going, as everyone - wives, families and friends, put their collective shoulders to the wheels to make the dream a reality. Even in the dead of winter, they had the
foresight to call it Win-Sum (Winter-Summer) which, as Jane Eshbaugh pointed out, guided their vision far beyond frigid weather and toward future summer activities. They wisely knew that the acreage they had offered far more than just winter fun, and built that into their game plan. In their playbook, their customers came first and continue to this day. Historically, that has guided their mission. Eshbaugh stated that she could speak about the past thirty years of her own experience where the goal is to provide the best experience possible. Even though Covid-19 created a shortened season for them this past year, thanks to their long-range, five and ten year goals, which have always guided the operation, they could still continue with their advance plans for new improvements. Unlike some of the small, independent ski areas, Holiday Valley has those plans and the summer activities that keep them going. Holiday Valley has once again invested in improvement projects even in this pandemic governed year ($2.9Million). It should be noted that this improvement plan is an every-year occurrence. In a world where so often the benefactors of a bountiful bottom line take their profits and indulge their fanciful whims, the principals involved at Holiday Valley remain humble and grounded, approachable, and neighborly and they willingly (and wisely) share their abundance. Holiday Valley’s President and General Manager, Dennis Eshbaugh stated, “We are thinking positive about the future and plan to provide great skiing and riding for our customers while promoting cleanliness, safety
and health of our guests and employees. We hope that by continuing to invest in this community, it will help stimulate the economy and instill confidence in others to follow suit.” Improvements are all over the board, from 20 new snowguns (Holiday Valley is able to make snow on 95% of its 300 acres of slopes and at their Bryant Hill Road Tubing Park) to fuel efficient, energy-saving lights and equipment, additional tree and glades work and new uniforms for the Snowsport school. Repairs and maintenance have taken place including golf course restroom updates, construction of a first-time visitor’s kiosk, furniture replacement, several projects at the Inn at Holiday Valley and two lean-to’s at the Tubing Park. Most exciting, plans are afoot for several major improvements within the next few years – realigning and replacing the Yodeler Quad chairlift with a four-passenger highspeed and replacing the Mardi Gras quad with a six-passenger high speed. Imagine the thrill of riding up those hills. Holiday Valley is planning on Friday, November 27 to open the 2020-2021 season, weather permitting. Per their website regarding Covid-19: “There will be special precautions taken to minimize the risk of COVID-19 exposure including additional cleaning and sanitizing procedures, the presence of hand sanitizing stations, indicators for proper social distancing in restaurant seating [yes, John Harvards is now open, check with them for hours] and line up areas, partitions at points of sale and requiring face coverings to be worn by employees and guests.”
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laid waste to everyday life and has had a particularly severe impact on Ellicottville’s tourist business. With the state prohibiting gatherings of large crowds, and with public safety in mind, Fall Festival as well as all other Chamber events were cancelled to date. The announcement of the cancellation was made in July by Executive Director Brian McFadden. At the time, he explained the early notification was to avoid having vendors and local business owners order a lot of merchandise or food and then have no place to sell it. But now as the weekend approaches, the message going out to the public from the Chamber of Commerce is: “things are going to be different Columbus Day weekend (Oct. 10-11)”. Says McFadden, “I’m just trying to be brutally honest. I don’t want people to come to Ellicottville that weekend, thinking they are going to have the same fun time they had the year before.” People are encouraged to come to Ellicottville on weekdays and
other fall weekends before and after Columbus Day to enjoy all we have to offer. The Village of Ellicottville has prohibiting parking and camping in several venues that generally fill with participants. The Iskalo lot on Jefferson will be closed, as will the parking lot for the American Legion on Mechanic. No tents will be allowed anywhere on Village property including vendor sales tents on Washington Street. There will be no live music anywhere in the Village. Currently, most of the downtown restaurants have booked private events, and because of the limited seating, are virtually booked for the weekend. Sidewalk (café) dining will not be allowed this weekend. Mask wearing will be enforced. “It’s a tough one. We really don’t know what to expect,” admits Village Mayor John Burrell. Even without Fall Festival, the Village is still a popular draw for people enjoying the fall colors. We’ve had people coming here for 35 years, that will have no place to go”. For its part, Holiday Valley will be soldiering on with some activities. The golf course will be open as will the Sky-High Adventure Park and the Mountain Coaster. The Mardi
Gras and Spruce Lake chair lifts will be providing rides to the top of the mountain and views of the spectacular fall scenery all through October. The Valley is sponsoring a Fall Scramble four and eight-mile runs. Both will start at Spruce lake. Online pre-registration is required, and packet pickup times are staggered to avoid having participants assembling at the mountain’s base. Racers will “trickle start” spaced 50 feet apart to maintain social distancing. Masks will have to be worn before and after the race. Spectators are being discouraged. For more information, go to holidayvalley.com. One further note: The Beer and Wine Festival in November is canceled. Looking into the winter, Mr. McFadden says, currently, all other Chamber sponsored fall events are on hold. The status of Christmas in Ellicottville will be announced the week of October 5. As for next year, “we’re looking at every event we do now and looking for ways to improve them.” The Executive Director still promises a full schedule of events, perhaps slightly altered, for next year. “Ellicottville will still be the place to be.”
Loss of A Local ResidentSusan Marie Knapp of Great Valley Passed Away on September 27th
Great Valley, NY - Susan Marie Knapp, 75, of Great Valley passed away Sunday September 27, 2020 at her home. She was born April 4, 1945 in Buffalo, NY the daughter of the late Ernest and Margorie (Hanbury) Truby. Mrs. Knapp had been employed as a nurse and later for years at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville, NY. She also was an avid golfer.
Her husband George “Bud” Knapp predeceased her in 1995. She is survived by a daughter Michelle Clark and 2 granddaughters, Charlie and Truby Clark, and a sister Jean Rae (Truby) Erskine, and 6 nieces and nephews and 12 great nieces and nephews. Besides her husband she was predeceased by 2 sisters Jo Ann (Truby) Waite and Linda Jane (Truby)
Schumacher. Friends may call at the Mentley Funeral Home Inc. 411 Rock City Street in Little Valley, NY on Saturday Oct.3, 2020 from 5-6 pm. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 6 pm from the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a college fund for her granddaughter, Truby Clark.
Step Up Autism SuccessDory Matwijkow To Donate $10k to Resource Center’s SUCCESS Program
Dory Matwijkow poses with a ceremonial check following the conclusion of her Step Up for Autism walk. After The Resource Center and Filling the Gap, Inc., canceled their 11th annual Step Up for Autism walk in Celoron because of the pandemic, Matwijkow – who each September typically travels from her home on Grand Island to participate in the event – decided to organize her own walk. Dozens of people took part in Matwijkow’s event, held Sunday at Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island. Through registration fees, a bake sale and a basket auction, Matwijkow’s Step Up for Autism event raised $8,788. She said her family and friends will contribute additional money to bring the
total to $10,000. The proceeds will support The Resource Center’s SUCCESS Program, which teaches socialization skills to youths with autism. Matwijkow’s son Austin is on the autism spectrum and lives in a home operated by The Resource Center. Matwijkow,
her family members and friends call themselves Austin’s Angels, and through efforts such as Step Up for Autism and bake sales, they raise money to support local causes. To make a donation visit www.stepupforautism.com.
Halloween at the ZooBuffalo Zoo Hosts “Spooktacular” Event, October 10th, 1-4pm
Gather your little ghosts and goblins and Celebrate Halloween at the Buffalo Zoo located at 300 Parkside Avenue in Buffalo, NY on Saturday, October 10th. This safe and spooktacular day at the Zoo features trick-or-treat candy stations (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm), a one-day photo pass, complimentary carousel rides (weather permitting), and Zoo admission. Purchase your tickets today for this frightfully fun, safe, and socially distanced event designed for the whole family! Tickets cost $12.00 per person for non-members + cost of admission is $10.00 per person for Buffalo Zoo Members (must show Membership card and ID at
entry). All children 23 months and under are free. Throughout the year, the Buffalo Zoo offers guests fascinating animal exhibits, naturalistic wildlife habitats,
beautiful garden areas and several unique areas in which to enjoy an environment that is full of fun, adventure and history. The Buffalo Zoo is open daily rain or shine!
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room. The Outpost tasting room is the final addition to a business generations in the making. Rounds explained that his parents originally moved to Ellicottville in 1966, where John’s father was general manager at Holiday Valley. Soon after his parents began running adventure camps for kids and opened their own outdoor and ski shop on Washington St. in the village. This shop stayed in business for many years before closing down, only for Rounds to come back to the area six years ago and open his own similar shop, Adventure Bound onthefly. In the past few years, Adventure Bound expanded to include a boutique coffee shop. Rounds emphasized the time and quality that goes into every cup of joe they produce, from Latin American coffee to their signature drink, the Nitro Cold Brew. A collaboration with the Western New York Mountain Bike Association
on coffee beans led Rounds to a connection with 42 North Brewing Company, based out of East Aurora. 42 North collaborated with the same group on a beer project. Conversations between the two companies brought upon The Outpost. “We went to 42 North and they have a very outdoor, active, music, kind of brand,” Rounds said. “And I thought, ‘this is perfect.’ Our brand is similar: outdoor, active, travel, coffee. So it was a nice blend. And we said, ‘You know what, here’s this beautiful space.’ We worked out an arrangement where they created this tasting room and have a brand presence in Ellicottville” The tasting room allows visitors to try some of 42 North’s barrel-aged creations, via two taps and samples poured from prepackaged cans. The Outpost also lets their visitors know where in town they can stop if they’d like to get a glass of what they tried on tap, listing restaurants such as The Gin Mill, Finnertys and Dinas. With The Outpost complete and running, Rounds feels he
has created a great space for gathering. When capacity limits begin to lift, the company will put out more tables and chairs throughout the three interconnected spaces, meaning customers can wander through The Outpost, Coffee Co. and adventure sections of the building. “The idea that we wanted here, [The Outpost] was the final piece to create this gathering place...” Rounds said. “The idea of people coming in, before their hike, their ski, their snowshoe, their fishing, their paddling, for coffee. Maybe they’re looking for some trail information, we can direct them to all of that. And then they come back afterwards, have a seat. Maybe they’re having a coffee or maybe they’re having a craft beer, and talking about their day and adventures. And so it becomes this gathering community. We hope that when people leave they are inspired to spend more time outdoors and perhaps add some more adventure to their lives whether it be local or international.”
Be that as it may, the forces of philanthropy, fun, and wings remain undeterred. The Wing King found a new way for the Festival to kick in to help out. October is National Chicken Wing Month, and it’s especially appropriate to kick off the month celebrating (socially distanced, of course) and fundraising for FeedMore WNY with Walk Off Hunger week. FeedMore WNY is an organization resulting from the merger of Meals on Wheels and The Food Bank. Both entities have a combined 90 years of experience serving the food insecure people of five counties, including Chautauqua and Cattaraugus. Together, they provide much needed nutritional education and varieties of meal assistance. They meet recipients where they are to best serve their particular situations. “FeedMore WNY is a lifeline for the Ellicottville Food Pantry. There are
a lot of people around us that need the food access (FeedMore WNY) makes possible,” said Drew Cerza, founder of the Buffalo Wing Festival and recognized Wing King said. FeedMore WNY is an organization resulting from the merger of Meals on Wheels and The Food Bank. HolliMont Ski Club (6921 Rte 242) and Lakeside Park (50 W. Lake Rd.) both have an established route for solo or group walkers. All standard social distancing and safety practices will be followed for these meetups. Suggested DIY routes for individuals or groups also include the Audubon Community Nature Center in Jamestown (1600 Riverside Rd) or Zoar Valley’s Deer Lick Nature Sanctuary Trail (Point Peter Rd., Gowanda). If participants have their own preferred route of about two miles, they can even further tailor the walks to suit the event by selecting when and where upon registration. Whether participants register by themselves or as a team, they will be raising funds that stay in the region that help their neighbors enjoy nutritious food as everyone
should. General registration is $25 and groups of four or more can claim their spots at $20 each. Participants aged 15 or younger are free. All registrations include a reusable tote bag with a mask, hand sanitizer, a bottle of water, access to an online auction, and assorted other surprises. Especially motivated walkers or runners can raise even more funds for FeedMore WNY by creating a JustGiving fundraiser page to collect donations from friends and family. Registration and event packets are available online at www.feedmorewny.org for participants in any of the organized walks or self-directed routes. Questions or volunteer requests for Walk Off Hunger events can be directed to Marinda Frazier at (716)822-2005 x3082 or [email protected]. The FeedMore WNY website is also a source for information about services offered and volunteer or career opportunities within the organization. Of course, walkers and runners are encouraged to enjoy their favorite wings to reward their efforts and start off National Chicken Wing Month properly.
Fall sailings on the Chautauqua Belle travel the Chadakoin River featuring the history of Jamestown and the role of the river in its siting. At 7.8 miles long, the Chadakoin empties Chautauqua Lake at Celoron. It flows eastward through the City of Jamestown to Falconer where it is joined by a major tributary, Cassadaga Creek, four miles to the east, in the Town of Ellicott. The river then flows south to Frewsburg where it empties into the Conewango Creek, and eventually the Gulf of Mexico. There will be approximately a dozen more historical tours between October 2 and October 17. They depart from McCrea Point Park at 14 Jones and Gifford Avenue and last about an hour and one-half. Bring a light jacket for the fall temps to see the River at peak color. To allow for contactless ticketing, online reservations are required at www.269belle.com. Masks are required throughout the tour, passengers will be screened for symptoms of illness. Social distancing (6 Feet) is observed except for those traveling together or family groups. The Chautauqua Belle is open sided, with the crew following specific sanitation guidelines. Originally financed and built by Captain James
Webster, the Chautauqua Belle was constructed on site in Mayville between 1974 and 1976, and launched in 1976 as part of Chautauqua County’s celebration of the United States Bicentennial. The 100-foot vessel is a replica of steamboats that carried 300,000 people per year around Chautauqua Lake and on the Mississippi River, before railroads became the primary mode of transportation. Notoriously difficult and expensive to maintain, only about four such vessels are still in operation. The Belle had been in dry dock for four years when it was put up for scrap auction in February of 2008. The successful bidder was an 18-year-old Bemus Point native, Mat Stage, who feared it would otherwise be destroyed. Working nearly around the clock to repair and restore it, with help from his Grandpa and Grandma, Del and Donna Stage, he had it in the water that summer and operating on a daily basis. The Belle is owned and operated by U S Steam Lines Ltd. with Mat Stage as the Chief Operating Officer. Because steamboats are so rare, the Chautauqua Belle attracts people from around the country, it is a living, breathing museum piece. It typically offers late 1800’s Historical Tours between Mayville and Chautauqua Institution, firework cruises, weddings, rehearsal dinners, anniversary and birthday parties, and other private parties, as well as a special
Historical Tour built out around the Chadakoin River and its role in developing the Chautauqua area. Bus tours, a mainstay of its income, ground to a halt this summer due to Covid-19, but look to be strong for 2021. Meanwhile, Mat has grown from Chautauqua Lake to the Seven Seas. Circumventing the world he has worked for Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings for the last 10 years, most recently sailing as 1st officer on Oceania’s flagship Riviera. He currently holds a US Coast Guard Chief Mate’s License, allowing him to act as the Officer of the Watch, of any vessel, any ocean in the world. The Chief Mate is second in command of the vessel to the Captain. Most cruise ships are currently in warm lay-up, functioning but not taking on passengers. In this status they can be brought back to service relatively quickly since the machinery, lifesaving equipment and navigational equipment are all well-kept and up to date. The CDC order closing down cruises lines is set to expire on September 30, unless extended. Mat works for the NCLH September through May and was called back last week on short notice, flying to Honolulu HI to join the only US flagged cruise ship in the world, Pride of America (NCLH). Generally, he is home in summer to run the Belle. It all started here, says his dad Paul. “He grew up in Bemus Point, loves the water, but most of all the Chautauqua Belle”
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This Week in Health & Science: Fall Leaves
by cara birrittieri People who choose to live their lives through four seasons every year relish the coming change, and that’s especially true of fall. There are always folks who rush ahead to be the first ones on their block to recognize the upcoming season with some kind of decoration way ahead of everyone else. They’ve had pumpkins and mums out since August. Sometimes the actual season comes early too. Here in Western New York, we are experiencing leaves turning color ahead of schedule. In fact all over New England it’s already peak foliage, and a majestic peak at that. “We are about two weeks early with foliage change, not really sure why. The color here is beautiful, which is surprising to me because of an ongoing drought,” says Meteorologist Mark Rosenthal of WeatherBlast TV. This could bode well as the color change heads west through New York State. Exactly why this is happening early is not clear. Could it be due to the cold snap we experienced two weeks ago followed by warm dry weather? Possibly. Seems science knows less about when and why, and more about how the leaves change
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Did you know…? Yes a lot of us are still “cooped” up in our houses most of the time. It seems like we are getting used to it. Many of us are concerned about what the winter will bring, such as food. We all know there are a lot of things that have increased in price and have a very short supply. Many people are canning and stocking up for the winter. How about eggs? The average American eats about 279 eggs per year. That averages out to be about 95 million eggs. The US Department of Agriculture began tracking egg consumption in 1909. The highest consumption was in 1945 when each American ate about 4040 eggs per person.
to dazzling color and then fade and drop to the ground. To grasp the process, you have to understand the function of green leaves in the first place. Trees cannot grow without chlorophyll, which is the pigment that makes leaves green. This pigment is the key to photosynthesis, which is the chemical reaction that uses sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce food for the tree to use to live and grow. The chlorophyll captures the sun’s rays and converts that energy to chemical energy and stores it in glucose, a simple sugar. This glucose is essentially food for the tree to continue to grow taller, grow roots, grow branches, grow leaves, grow fruit, and even store sugar in the fruit if it’s a fruit tree. This constant sunlight driven food production continues all summer long. That is until the days shrink shorter, and nights grow longer. This in turn causes cooler temperatures as days pass. Once the sunshine fades, so does chlorophyll, and its green color. This disappearing act however allows other pigments to burst through. These yellow and orange pigments called carotenoids then become the dominant colors in leaves. So where do the reds, magentas and purples come from? These are yet another
Eggs then began a downward trend until the 1990s when they became very popular. So popular, people started raising their own chickens so they could have their own eggs. Now with Covid, that trend is rising. Most are raising chickens for eggs and many are starting to raise chickens for meat. A hen can lay only one egg in a day and sometimes does not lay any. A hen’s body begins forming an egg shortly after the last one is laid. An egg takes about 26 hours to fully produce. There are about 10 different breeds of egg laying chickens with the Hybrid, Rhode Island Red and Leghorn being among the top three. Eggs have several different uses. We eat them, bake with them, they are
set of pigments called anthocyanins, which are created when conditions are just right. As photosynthesis slows, sugars left behind react with other molecules and the anthocyanins rush onto the scene. Of course when these pigments kick in, and combine with the yellow and orange carotenoids, this is Autumn nirvana, and the leaf peeping trips must commence, because the reds appear just before leaves drop. Generally fall foliage lasts anywhere from two weeks to a month, depending on the year and location. In most of New York, colors peak in mid-October, but this year appear to be ahead of schedule. A number of consecutive sunny days and cool nights without frost are best for creating red colors. Interesting that some trees produce the same colors year after year, others may change to various colors over the course of the same season, and individual leaves can contain a variety of different colors. All broadleaf trees will reveal yellow and often golden or orange carotenoids, but many produce the reds as well. Researchers have also discovered that the same species of tree may produce
an important ingredient in baking. They help thicken the batter and emulsify sauces and custards. They add moisture to cakes and other baked goods. Eggs have several other uses such as hair conditioner, first aid, leather cleaners, glue, paints; photographers even used them years ago to gloss their photos. Some say it’s a good hangover cure! Mix one raw egg with one teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, some salt and pepper and some Tabasco sauce. Drink it up and your hangover is gone. Eggs are relatively inexpensive, they cost anywhere from $.59 a dozen for medium to XL eggs, to large brown organic eggs for $4.15 a dozen. Brown eggs contain a little more Omega-3 fatty acid that white eggs. Brown eggs are laid by some of the most common chickens such as the Barnvelders and Rhode Island Reds. Chickens that lay colored eggs include Barred Rock, Rhode Island Reds, Welsummer and Easter Egg hens. Eggs that are whisked together can be frozen for up to a year. So if you are feeling “cooped” you can always buy some chicks and have your own eggs. It’s a great family project, especially for children. Now you know…
different colors depending on genetics in addition to weather patterns. In Western New York, look for all color shades in maples and some oaks, and bright yellows and gold in birch, aspens, hickory, and oaks.
Still exactly what’s in store is more mother nature’s art than science, as New England has already shown according to Rosenthal, “Sometimes it is more than we understand. A lot of times when you have sunny warm days, and clear cold nights, the foliage comes on strong, other times we have a lack of rain and the foliage is boring dull brown leaves because of lack of water. This
year is a puzzle wrapped inside an enigma!” No doubt our majestic display is on its way early, and will be fleeting, so keep your eyes peeled and don’t miss the show, all indications are, we are in for a treat. For information on NY Foliage check out: https://www.iloveny.com/things-to-do/fall/foliage-report/
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