the villager_ellicottville_mar28-apr03, 2013 volume 8 issue 13

HARVEY AND THE HURRICANESFriday, April 5th, 7-11PM

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Music Notes

KANSASMarch 24 @ 5 PM

Tickets Go On Sale Dec. 31

BLACK WIDOWSaturday, April 6th, 6-10PM

THE STRANGERSFriday, March 29th, 7-11PM

BREAKAWAYSaturday, March 30th, 6-10PM

BIG BOOGIE BANDSaturday, March 30th, 9:30-1:30PM

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RON WHITESaturday, April 6 @ 7 PM

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THE MAN IN BLACKMay 15, 16 & 19 @ 1:30 PM

May 17 & 18 @ 7 PMTickets Start at $15

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SARA EVANSSunday, April 28 @ 5 PM

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March 28 - April 03 , 2013 Volume 08 ~ Issue 13

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Sidewalks at HMState Plans Drainage, Sidewalks, Handicap Ramps

Summer muSic FeStival : July 5-7, 2013 : ellicottville, Ny

Meeting Focuses On Local FoodsSouthern Tier West Planning Board Works to Promote Locally Grown Foods

Punxy Phil Aided.... Page 8Offered Asylum, Amnesty and Sanctuary in Ski Town Second Home of Ellicottville, New York

Inside this Issue...

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Holiday Valley Updates ... Page 4Holiday Valley Extends Winter Season

By Chris Chapman ELLICOTTVILLE, N.Y. – Even after the prediction of Feb. 2, snow continues to fly in many parts of the United States. Some areas have launched indictments against the prognosticator. Other areas are cursing his name. One area has given asylum to the furry friend of ski resorts everywhere. On the heels of indictment, and potential of death penalty, in the City of Cincinnati, it seems Punxsutawney Phil, who has become a traditional part of the annual Mardi Gras Parade in the Village of Ellicottville, sponsored by The Villager Newspaper, has been granted asylum in the ski town, in the center of Cattaraugus County, in New York...........

Organization Seeks Community & Volunteer Support

Make - A -Wish April 13-14 to Benefit Little Valley Fire Department

LV Sportmans Show

Ellicottville, NY, March 26, 2013…) With almost three feet of natural snowfall over the last two weeks and more on the way, Holiday Valley’s President Dennis Eshbaugh announced today that the resort will extend its season for an extra week. According to Mr. Eshbaugh, “Not only do we have a deep base with wall to wall coverage but the snow......

Story byJohN thomaS, StaFF Writer

Last Friday night the state Department of Transportation held an information session in the lodge at HoliMont, to inform the public of the state’s plans to perform road work in town next year. In the spring of 2014 the state will begin work on installing drainage and new sidewalks along Route 242 in the HoliMont area. Starting on the

Two views provided by the state show before and after of the area in front of the entrance to HoliMont. The right view is a rendering of the sidewalk that will be installed.

north side of the road at upper Bibbs, and heading towards the village, the drainage will be improved. New sidewalks will be installed on the south side of the road starting at the HoliMont entrance and extending down to meet the sidewalk by Greer Hill. Work will continue into the Village on the existing sidewalks. They will be improved with the

CCR Plays HVCreedence Clearwater Revisited, July 7

The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Creedence Clearwater Revisited has been confirmed as the National act performing on Sunday July 7th at Ellicottville’s Summer Music Festival. Stu Cook and Doug “Cosmo” may

not have intended it, but their band Creedence Clearwater Revisited has taken on a startling life of its own. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rhythm section (bass and drums respectively) from the legendary group Creedence

Creedence Clearwater Revisited will perform on Sunday, July 7. Presale tickets will be available to purchase on www.ellicottvilleny.com or by calling 800-349-9099 in the very near future.

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Of all the nonprofit organizations in the country, Make-A-Wish probably has one of the most joyful and rewarding missions. Put simply, it grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Of the countless families the organization has helped over the years, none has been more grateful than the Kirschman family of Jamestown. Young Luke Kirschman was diagnosed with a rare intestinal disorder when he was two-and-a-half years old. The disorder makes it nearly impossible for him to digest food. Since then, he has had to spend

up to fourteen hours a day receiving nutrition and liquids intravenously. A tough ordeal for a boy so young and full of life. Eventually the transplant of a valve in the small intestine will give him relief, but until he is old enough to withstand the surgery, and an appropriate donor found, Luke must endure his daily ordeal. The doctors at Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital recommended Luke to Make-A-Wish, and the process of wish fulfillment

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Much of the March 21st meeting of the Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board concerned the ongoing effort to promote locally grown foods. Lately there has been much conversation with the local producers, according to Richard Zink, the board’s Executive Director. Two consultants have been hired to help with the process. “Last week, we went around to the producers in Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties to discuss with them the issues they’ve been facing. (These include) how we can help them bring more food to market, and how we can help them create the linkages between their produce and the school districts trying to meet the requirements of healthy lunches that they serve to their students.” Zink says the main goal is to help the producers overcome any obstacles they may face, be it a lack of labor or marketing ability, or a lack of connections needed to sell their food locally. “That’s because we see the economic return on any money spent locally that stays local, compared with when someone purchases their food from outside the region.” Exactly what is meant by local foods can vary, depending on who you talk to. “The definition that we’re working with is 100 miles. So anything that’s produced within the western part of New York State going down into the

central part of Pennsylvania is what we consider to be local food.” There is a new logo out promoting locally grown foods. Zink says, “We’ve spent the last three months putting the logo together, working with the producers so they are comfortable with it. It’s called ‘From the Ground Up.’ We are going to start placing it more prominently across the region with marketing campaigns. The whole idea behind that is to really be able to distinguish what food is local and what food isn’t local.” Zink notes that at farmer’s markets, sometimes food is purchased someplace else and brought in for resale. “A lot of customers want to know, is this truly local produce?” With the logo displayed, customers will know that the food is handpicked and processed, and ready for sale. Zink stresses that the Planning Board is not telling farmers and producers how to run their businesses. “We’re trying to work with them so that they are comfortable throughout the entire process, and that we meet the needs that fit within their business dynamics. We’re not telling them to grow a portion of this or that. It’s what they do and how we can help them through the process.” Zink said it’s important to encourage other farmers to enter into the market to help fill any gaps that are not being satisfied. As for working with school districts, members of the Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board are currently working with

the Olean, Salamanca, and Gowanda School Districts, through a state grant received by the Cattaraugus County Department of Health. “The whole goal is to create a policy that is adopted by the school board that will dictate the quantity of local foods utilized within the food system of that school district, as well as (established) guidelines. The goal is to have healthy choices completed by using local products.” Southern Tier West is encouraging the community to visit their website, www.southerntierwest.org, and complete the “Community Food Survey” located on the front page.

The goal is to help the producers overcome any obstacles they may face, be it a lack of labor or marketing ability, or a lack of connections needed to sell their food locally. The group has spent the past several months producing the above logo, “From the Ground Up”.

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Finding the best bargain in the latest sportsmen’s needs may be the reason many flock to the annual Little Valley Fire Department’s Spring Sportsmen’s Show, but it isn’t the only cause for going. Showgoers will actually be saving lives, too, said Little Valley Fire Department Chief Kyle Gross. “Prices are all going up,” he said about the costs of running the fire department, which the show benefits. For instance, he said, money raised for this year’s show will be going towards “life safety” equipment for the department’s approximate 40 volunteers. To equip each of those people safely to fight fires or answer

ambulance calls can total about $3,000 per firefighter or $1,250 for those who answer ambulance calls. Adding in the costs of running the fire hall, costs of state-mandated training and up to a million dollars per fire truck or $110,000 per ambulance, and, he said, the costs of the 125-year-old department are many.By holding the fundraising show, the department’s volunteer staff seeks to provide funding for what it needs without raising taxes to the residents it serves. And, it serves many. For instance, Gross said, anyone may need those services. He said the

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Happy BirthdayKathy Weinstein ........ March 29th Levi Swanson ........ March 29thNicole Murphy ........ April 1st

MaryAnn Bianco ........ April 3rdElizabeth Lowes ........ April 6th

When it comes to the Easter holiday, my family’s not very calorie-cautious. Not that I mind. When one grows up in a traditional Italian-American household, one comes to expect occasional bouts of heavy cooking and chowing. Like every Sunday … The fam is surely to be at their finest during this week’s long Easter weekend. The

Caprino clan starts with a 2pm ham dinner on Good Friday. A “snack” if you will, complete with unimaginable portions of everything else under the sun, like stuffed artichokes, ham, veggies galore and wonderfully warm bread complete with dipping oil. All the extras are fine with me – ever since “Charlotte’s Web” came out, I haven’t been able to partake of any part of Wilbur (that’s some pig, you know). And we shan’t forget Aunt Pina’s epic wastedi for dessert – it’s like homemade fried dough with a “pinch” of sugar - incredible. I forced myself to take a tiny bite … or two. Friday’s festival of food simply set the stage for the rest of weekend, which was constant and shamefully delicious, all the way to Sunday. And would you believe the ol’ Easter Bunny still manages to find me? (That’s some rabbit, you know). So what’s up for this holiday weekend? Plenty, as usual. HoliMont’s “last hurrah” of

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the ski season is always fun and makes you wonder where the heck they get all that snow from. Awesome conditions for mid-April, to be sure. Their last big party happens this Saturday, March 30 with the Pond Skimming event complete with Las Vegas theme right out front of the Main Chalet. Holiday Valley has just announced they are extending this ski season through April 14. And it’s getting close to “Rolling Stones Fiftieth Anniversary Party” weekend at the Depot! Moose and Vikki roll out the red carpet for those fortunate to hold tickets for this annual soiree, April 13 & 14. Forget about going unless you know a friendly scalper – I heard both nights will be sold out by this week’s end. So, dear readers, enjoy your family this holiday weekend, always know this – you are in the best place to be at the best time of your life.Until next week …

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Congrats OM Team!

Ellicottville Odyssey Of The Mind Team Going To World Finals In May

The Ellicottville Central School High School Odyssey of the Mind team traveled to Binghampton, NY on March 23, 2013 for the State Tournament. The team’s travels are not done yet!! These high schoolers have qualified to move on to the World Finals on May 22-25 in Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. Congratulations (Pictured Left To Right) Emily Timkey, Patrick Snyder, Izzy Brown, Mckenzie Robinson, Eric Oliverio, and Chris Wojtowicz! Good luck at World’s!

ECS Drama ClubPerforming “Bye, Bye Birdie”

On March 22-23 Ellicottville Central School’s Drama Club performed “Bye, Bye Birdie” at the Salamanca Central School auditorium.

Pictures By Debbie Golley. Posted on the Ellicottville Sports Boosters Facebook page. Go to www.facebook.com/EllicottvilleSportsBoosters to see all her wonderful pictures.

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Holiday Valley UpdateHoliday Valley Extends Winter Season

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New Sound Stage • New Menu • Great Music!

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What started off as some “flurries” earlier in the week turned into a full-fledged winter storm here in Ellicottville. Or was it a spring storm, since spring technically began on March 20th? Either way, the snow was coming down in buckets and we here at HoliMont experienced some very fun back-to-back-to-back powder days. Between the night of Tuesday the 19th and the morning of Friday the 22nd HoliMont received over 18 inches of snow. Considering how last season we closed on March 27th this recent snowfall was an unexpected and extremely welcome shot in the arm to everyone at HoliMont. Wednesday the 20th was the annual “Chamber Day” event; sponsored by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce, Dina’s, and HoliMont. That morning you could watch the smiles grow on the faces of people as they stepped out of their cars and looked to the slopes. The snow was pristine and they knew that a great day was waiting for them out on the hill. It was fantastic to see so many local shops represented at Chamber Day. And with many of the ski shops on hand, it was obvious that some very

(Ellicottville, NY, March 26, 2013…) With almost three feet of natural snowfall over the last two weeks and more on the way, Holiday Valley’s President Dennis Eshbaugh announced today that the resort will extend its season for an extra week. According to Mr. Eshbaugh, “Not only do we have a deep base with wall to wall coverage

but the snow surface itself is ideal mid-winter packed powder conditions. We are happy to add a week to this already great season.” The resort is currently reporting an average base depth of 17 to 56 inches with 6 quad chairlifts and 40 slopes open. Three more lifts will open for this weekend and the resort

will extend hours to 9PM both Friday and Saturday evenings. At this time Holiday Valley plans on operating 5 lifts and over 30 slopes from April 1 through April 7. April 7 was the original target closing date for the resort, but revised plans are to operate one lift and 12 slopes from April 8 through April 12, then add lifts and slopes for the final weekend of April 13 and 14. “All of our plans are dependent on weather,” says Eshbaugh, “ but the forecast is calling for scattered snow the rest of this week, sunshine over the weekend, then one more cold air mass early next week with temperatures 2 to 4 degrees below normal.” This announcement is just in time for Spring Break for many schools and colleges. The good conditions this late in the spring has had a positive impact on the community as well, with additional business for the shops and restaurants of Ellicottville in a normally quiet time of year.

From the HV Newsletter Holiday Valley’s wildly popular Aerial Adventure Park is growing again with two new courses. While riding up the

Sky High Additions2 New Courses And A “Climbing Forest”

Tannenbaum Chair over the last few weeks you may have noticed the crew working on a new yellow (easiest) course called Snap Dragon and a green (next level up) course, Fern

Gully. A totally new feature that is a 3-D version of a climbing wall using vertical tree trunks with handholds will add to the fun. Sky High Season starts May 3rd!

PARKING BAN“NO PARKING” On Monroe & Washington Streets from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., December 1st through March 31st, 2013.

Ellicottville Food PantryDonations Needed - Collections From This Week

Please donate your deposit paid cans, bottles and plastic containers to help Ellicottville Public Charities support The Ellicottville Food Pantry and others from Cattaraugus County. Just call Sherman 716-912-8306 or drop them off at 21 Madison Street in Ellicottville. Collected this week 1,618 - Year to date 25,412!


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Holiday Valley Update HoliMont UpdateHoliday Valley Extends Winter Season A Winter Relapse At HoliMont?

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ELLICOTTVILLE17 ACRES bordering a creek. Private and peaceful setting, nice level lot ready for you to build your dream home! Price $46,500 ML# B414820

GREAT VALLEYGreat country property on 3 acres. 3 bdrm, raised ranch and a barn with new metal roof! Priced to sell: $60,000 ML# B412259

MANSFIELDSecluded 2 bdrm retreat on 2 acres and just minutes from the Village of Ellicottville! Price: $149,900 ML# B407632

ELLICOTTVILLEBeautiful home with views of the slopes! Large gathering room with fi replace and wet bar for entertaining family & friends! $265,000 ML# B420664

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What started off as some “flurries” earlier in the week turned into a full-fledged winter storm here in Ellicottville. Or was it a spring storm, since spring technically began on March 20th? Either way, the snow was coming down in buckets and we here at HoliMont experienced some very fun back-to-back-to-back powder days. Between the night of Tuesday the 19th and the morning of Friday the 22nd HoliMont received over 18 inches of snow. Considering how last season we closed on March 27th this recent snowfall was an unexpected and extremely welcome shot in the arm to everyone at HoliMont. Wednesday the 20th was the annual “Chamber Day” event; sponsored by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce, Dina’s, and HoliMont. That morning you could watch the smiles grow on the faces of people as they stepped out of their cars and looked to the slopes. The snow was pristine and they knew that a great day was waiting for them out on the hill. It was fantastic to see so many local shops represented at Chamber Day. And with many of the ski shops on hand, it was obvious that some very

strong skiers and riders would be ripping through the fresh powder. Whether they were on the steeps, in the trees, or bombing through the moguls; everywhere you looked that day you could see large puffs of snow exploding across the slopes. Enthusiastic yells echoed throughout the glades as people bounced in and out of the trees. The energy level was set to “Red Bull commercial” that day. By the time the Chamber Day après party began everyone had clearly made a lot of good turns that day. At that point it was time to sit back, consume some food, drink some refreshing beverages and rock out with The Party Squad, who were making their 2nd trip to HoliMont in two weeks; the consensus was that when in Ellicottville, one can never have enough Party Squad. The next morning HoliMont awoke to more snow. Once again the slopes were covered with fresh snow and the powder hounds were out forming a line at the Exhibition Express, waiting to get first tracks out on their favorite runs. To add to the winter-like scenery, every now and then the snow clouds would break, the sun would peak out and HoliMont would be covered in picturesque blue

bird conditions. On Friday there wasn’t much in the way of sunshine in the forecast but much to HoliMont’s amazement there was more snow! Three days into spring and three days of consistent snow had people ready for a weekend of fun at the Club. The addition of the new snow had Member’s who were just getting to the Club for the first time in a week excited to get out on the slopes. And while HoliMont typically sees a decline in attendance at this point in the season, by and large, everyone who was able to make it out had a nice, relaxed weekend. As the ski season begins to wind down, we here at HoliMont want to thank all of our amazing Members, their friends, and anyone who came to visit us midweek (be it individuals or groups) for helping the Club celebrate a spectacular 50th anniversary. And while it has been a season full of very special memories, please keep in mind…it’s not over yet! Spring skiing technically hasn’t even started yet so stock up on sunscreen and we hope to see you out here, making even more fantastic memories.

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StaFF Writer Just over the peak of Poverty Hill Road is a small subdivision, hidden away from downtown noise and traffic. Trout Ridge is made up four lots, most just under and acre and with uniquely styled houses. Its sylvan setting promises seclusion and quiet, and is still less that five minutes to downtown, skiing and golf. Nestled among the trees is a three bedroom two and a half bath home that makes the most of the setting. Its roof reaches towards the canopy of trees, making for a tall slender home with a custom floor plan. Inside the most striking thing about the home is the central stairway. The stairwell is large, open and filled with

light. The top of the stairwell has widows, ceiling fans, and surfaces and planes at various angles. They reminded me of one of those MC Escher prints with staircases and floors at all kinds of improbable angles. The top window lets in the light that bounces across the angled surfaces and bathes the lower floor in sunlight. On the main floor is a cozy living room, warmed by a wood-burning fireplace. In the dining room the oak flooring creates a rustic atmosphere. A glass door leads to the deck. Oak cabinets line the sunny kitchen with its white counters and oversized sink. The two sets of windows look out to the forest. It’s at the top of the unique stairwell where you find the bedrooms. The master has a ceiling whose height almost matches the tall stairwell. The

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Music SpotlightChecking Out The Tunes & Other Stuff In Ellicottville

Written By:Robby & Sherman Wilkens

As April begins, Ellicottville enters, what is known in our neighborhood as, “Mud Season”. It’s the time of year we normally begin the switch from skiing to golf. However, this year we began in March. It is also the time of year we can all sit back and relax, while watching the start of next FUN time here in Ellicottville, which is summer. One more thing, April first is my brother Rodney’s sixty-fourth birthday, so Happy Birthday Uncle Rod, Have FUN & Enjoy. Now back to what’s going on here in our neighborhood. Starting today, Friday March 30, 2012 through Thursday April 5, 2012, we will have seven Bands, two DJ’s, three or more Sound System Music Events plus all the food and drink specials happening here in Ellicottville’s really neat clubs and restaurants. The first of the Sound System Music Events is a weekend happening, taking place in The Depot, which will be open Wednesday through Sunday. It begins during the dinner hour with family oriented tunes that will enhance The Depots Excellent Menu. Then the music moves on as the desires and wishes of the crowd changes. The music of The Rolling Stones will also be featured along with the normal selection really FUN Ski Flicks. The Depot will again be selling tickets for their “Rolling Stones Fiftieth Anniversary Party” taking place the weekend of April 13 & 14. So as we usually say, stop in The Depot to enjoy the FUN and good times happening there on a regular basis. Madigans, around 7:00 PM, Friday and Saturday, will again have their Sound System playing Madigans version of “Party Favorites” until 10:00 PM when Club Madigans takes over. Then, The FUN & Festivities will increase, as they always do, till close. Weather permitting; Madigans Up-Stairs Patio & Party Bar will also be open. Another location having their sound system going most of the hours they are open is Balloons. Their New Sound & Light System is wonderful. The PUB in Great Valley will be music free again this week.

Yet the good times will be in full force. So stop in The PUB and enjoy their local FUN & GOOD TIMES. Moving to Friday at 7:00 PM, when our music parade begins in Balloons with “The Strangers”, another of Ellicottville’s Favorite Bands, ROCKIN The House. As we all know, Mitch, Joel, Jerry and Peter G, who are “The Strangers”, will put on one of the best music shows we ever get to see here in Ellicottville. This excellent cover band does tunes from the forties to today, with their emphasis being on the eighties, in the style and sound of the original artist. Thereby creating another really FUN evening of music in Balloons. If you plan on enjoying Balloons Wonderful Menu, You may wish to arrive early because “The Strangers” do draw a crowd. Following “The Strangers” “Personable DJ John Barry” will take over, doing his very friendly, LIVE, “Personality Show Off Show” from Balloons New Sound & Light Booth. As always, John’s LIVE Show will include neat danceable tunes and interesting conversation till close. Returning to 9:00 PM Friday “RT Live” will be WOWING The Gin Mill Crowd with his acoustic version of many classics to country rock tunes. RT is also part of “The Weekly Notice Band” that does such a great job in The Gin Mill on Thursdays. He will be a solo act for this show and as he has done in the past, create a FUN acoustic Gin Mill Music Night. For those of you who enjoy a late night meal, The Gin Mill is the place, because they serve their excellent and reasonably priced menu till midnight on weekends. Our Saturday starts at 6:00 PM in Balloons with “The Bleeding Hearts Band”. This three-piece classic rock band that, according to their web site, plays a unique blend of classic rock from the 60’s & 70’s, retro hits from the 80’s, alternative hits from the 90’s and current hits of today in a way that has established them as one of the most versatile and popular bands around. They played in Balloons earlier this month and put on a wonderful show. Following “The Bleeding Hearts” a bus from “The Home” will arrive with “Ellicottville’s Original Party Monster”, “DJ. Flakey Frank Watson” the driver will make sure Frank has all of his marbles in place and is totally functional in his usual very friendly & FUN way, so he may continue the Balloons Party that’s happenin till close. Then at 9:00 PM Saturday The Gin Mill will have “The Powerplay Band” on their music stage captivating The Gin Mill’s Music Loving Crowd. This four-piece High Energy Buffalo band plays everything from Classic Rock, Blues to Disco in a very entertaining and danceable way. They create a

very classy live entertainment and music show by combining many popular styles that will have The Gin Mills Dance Floor full and very busy all night long. Now on to Sunday at 9:00 PM, when “Captain Karaoke” will return to Madigans with his FUN, “Perform if You Wish Karaoke Show”. Asa Moss, who is “Captain Karaoke”, allows you to be part of the show or just sit back and enjoy the good music he creates in Madigans every Sunday. Just ask Chad. We now move to Monday, which will be a single band evening. We usually begin in The Gin Mill. However, as we said last week, for the next few weeks The Gin Mill will not have music on Monday. Their normal friendly and FUN staff, as they always do, will be serving the daily specials in a good down home atmosphere for FUN times. Moving around the corner to Balloons, where Mike Brady will be hosting their music, pizza and twenty-five cent wing Monday Night Special. The music will come from Balloons New Sound & Light System. So stop in Balloons this Monday, say “Hi Mike”. Then enjoy the FUN, music, pizza and excellent twenty-five cent wings. Monday’s single gig will be Madigans Church On Monday, beginning at 10:00 PM Sharpe. The Reverend Jack DarZaFasette, the creator of this All Original Music Happenin, that occasionally will include other local music characters, will be original, FUN and entertaining and Madigans is where this happens most every Monday. One more thing, the rumors going around that Mr. DarZaFasette is putting together an acoustic duo for even more music FUN & GOOD TIMES has been confirmed. Moving to Wednesday at 8:00 PM, The Gin Mill will have Joe Wagner and John Winston doing their Wednesday Tradition of wonderful sixties through the eighties folk to southern rock acoustic tunes. As we say most every week, this Gin Mill Tradition is one of the best and most FUN music nights in Ellicottville. So stop by The Gin Mill, enjoy some excellent wings and the great music performed by Joe and John. Thursday our music becomes complete at 8:00 PM with “The Weekly Notice Band” Whoopin Up The Gin Mill. This week’s version will be “The FAR OUT Band”. Which is The Freddie And RT Outstanding Band. Therefore, as we always say, Brian or RT or maybe both will join Freddie, making “The Weekly or Moments Notice Band” a Unique and FUN Gin Mill Music Experience this and every Thursday. C. U. Round The Music Scene. Good Stuff. No Worries.

Last Chance Come on down this weekend and get your EBC fix in. It’ll need to last you for a bit. EBC is closing this Sunday, March 31 for it’s final renovations. It’ll be reopening in mid May and debuting the new building and beer garden.Picture: From EBC’s Facebook taken March 25. Their new silo.

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Punxy Phil AidedOffered Asylum, Amnesty and Sanctuary in Ski Town Second Home

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ELLICOTTVILLE, N.Y. – Even after the prediction of Feb. 2, snow continues to fly in many parts of the United States. Some areas have launched indictments against the prognosticator. Other areas are cursing his name. One area has given asylum to the furry friend of ski resorts everywhere. On the heels of indictment, and potential of death penalty, in the City of Cincinnati, it seems Punxsutawney Phil, who has become a traditional part of the annual Mardi Gras Parade in the Village of Ellicottville, sponsored by The Villager Newspaper, has been granted asylum in the ski town, in the center of Cattaraugus County, in New York state’s western Southern Tier. According to Ohio prosecutor, Mike Gmoser, the author of the indictment, the revered rodent is responsible for “purposely, and with prior calculation and design, cause the people to believe that spring would come early.” Phil has sanctuary, should he want it. “Punxsutawney Phil is welcome

history of the prediction made a few short weeks ago, she said Phil just may have a very good reason for the woefully incorrect forecast. “Well, he didn’t make any favorites with us in predicting an early Spring anyway,” Eshbaugh said. “We’ll have to see what develops out of this, but I think we should take pity on him and bring him in. I have a theory that Phil was sick on Feb. 2 and it was his understudy that did the reporting. He got nervous, panicked, and made the wrong prediction.” That’s not what happened, according to Phil’s interpreter and president of the Groundhog Club, Bill Deeley. He also said he is taking full responsibility for the incorrect seasonal prediction. “The prognostication is not Phil’s problem, it’s mine,” Deeley said. “It was me that screwed up and made a major mistake.” As president of the Groundhog Club, Deeley said he uses an ancient Arcadian Cane that is passed from president to president to allow them to be able to interpret what Phil says every Feb. 2. “I’m the guy that has to interpret what Phil says,” Deeley said. “It’s kind of like someone that knows just a little bit of Spanish going to Mexico. Did I say 123 or did I say 133? There is an interpretation that has to take place.” Deeley said this is the second year he was mistaken in the interpretation of the Groundhogese. Last year at this time, places like Holiday Valley were preparing their greens for golf season. That was after a prediction of six more weeks of winter. Deeley said Phil is not going to take up the offer of asylum at this time. “Phil’s home is right next to the police station, here in Punxsutawney,” he said. “As

by NicholaS Pircio

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce occupies a corner office at 120 North Union Street in downtown Olean. Inside, you will find many friendly faces. Among them is Meme Yanetsko, the chief operating officer, who’s been with the chamber in one capacity or another for more than twenty years. Yanetsko is an Olean native who has lived in Olean all her life, her parents having come from Erie Pennsylvania. Her father is a graduate of St. Bonaventure University. Meme says she “floated around” for the summer after graduating from college in 1990 and then took a job at Alcas Corporation. She started working for the Chamber of Commerce in January of 1991. Did she ever consider moving?

Though there were inquiries, “I seem to be happy right here.” How would Yanetsko describe her job? She started out doing an on-the-job training program, coordinating a funding program available to companies. From there she went on to handle events. “We had three of us at the time. There was me, Dan Harris, and Joyce Louser. We didn’t run as many programs and activities as we do now, and we didn’t have as many members.” Meme assisted businesses looking to expand or begin, taking on more events and coordinating the Chamber’s web site. In July of 2009, John Sayegh left as head of the Chamber. Yanetsko first talked with the staff, who offered their encouragement, before she applied for the position. She began her duties as Chief Operating Officer in December of 2009. She continues to meet with businesses while coordinating Chamber activities and handling the duties of the Cattaraugus Empire Zone, which offers incentives like tax breaks for local businesses. Concerning events, some continue to go strong while others like Mardi Gras have faded away, though that might return with a gala this coming New Year’s Eve. “We try to make sure that an event is serving its purpose. If it’s

not, then we move on, like the Antique Auction. We had that for three years and it just didn’t pan out.” Farm-City Days is another activity that probably won’t come back, “Because there’s not a lot of retail downtown.” Some of the strong recurring events include the upcoming Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce Home and Garden Show, April 12th through April 14th at the William O. Smith Recreation Center, and the annual Taste of Olean, now approaching its 23rd year this summer. “Combining the Taste of Olean with Art in the Park has worked out fine.” Also, the 5K race known as Corporate Challenge will experience its third year. “That’s grown from 300 participants (when started) to last year’s 600.” Much has been said about a proposal to attract shoppers to downtown Olean by making North Union Street more pedestrian and bicycle friendly. Yanetsko agrees with the concept, but personally, likes the wide street the way it is, without a median down the middle of the street. She believes in the downtown economy, despite competition from the big box stores. “You have to either do more customer service or offer a more personalized service. I think the (downtown) stores are adapting to that.”

According to Ohio prosecutor, Mike Gmoser, the author of the indictment, the revered rodent is responsible for “purposely, and with prior calculation and design, cause the people to believe that spring would come early.” While the exact location of Phil’s whereabouts would be closely guarded, his safety, should the move be warranted, is of the greatest concern, according to Crystal Abers, direc-tor of county tourism. “Well, with all of our great hunting and fishing areas in the county, I sure hope there is extra secu-rity for him,” she said. (Pictured, Punxsutawney enjoying the slopes in Ellicottville.)

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Spring Cleaning Well it’s that time; ski season is coming to an end. This is the time when most people begin cleaning out their condos and chalets and shutting down for a while. Instead of just tossing all the uneaten food into the trash, please consider donating it to the Ellicottville Food Pantry. The Red Door would be more than happy to collect any unwanted food from your pantries.

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Inside Business Track1887 Schoolhouse Project Hinges on Commercial Feasibility and Parking

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In 1887, it cost the Ellicottville school district $15,000 to build the original front section of the brick school building on the corner of Washington and Jefferson St. in the Village of Ellicottville. In 1928, with student enrollment up and one room schoolhouse consolidation all the rage, the district spent another $90,000 to add the much larger rear section onto the old building. By 1978, a new central school complex was built south of the Village and the old school closed its doors to students for the last time. Thus began a 35-year period of different owners, different uses and a series of noble attempts to renovate and maintain the landmark building with the hopes of making it profitable – none of which were very successful. Recently, the building came up for sale again and this time local developer Kody Sprague of Sprague Development Inc., decided it was time to make an offer on it, which was accepted and as a result – he is currently under contract to purchase it. His plan is to turn it into a luxury hotel. He stresses though, that for this deal to happen, he needs to resolve a few critical issues before the proposed closing date of June 15th. The most important being whether or not a hotel this size, after factoring in everything, will be successful. The second major issue, which is not new to the Village, is the lack of available parking and Sprague has been working diligently with all stakeholders to try and figure out a viable solution to this problem. Unfortunately, if he can’t get solid answers to these key issues in the next 45 days - he will not be able to go through with the deal. Sprague had first taken an interest in the building a few years ago and has always

thought it would be ideally suited as a boutique hotel with luxury rooms and some complimentary retail that fits in well with the luxury hotel theme. He had heard that the last owner had plans to turn the building into condos but Sprague believes there may be an over-supply of them in the Village further adding that, “they also don’t bring money into the community; they don’t create jobs.” When asked to elaborate a bit more on building renovation plans Sprague said “We hope to create a hotel that offers a very unique experience for guests. Having a structure built in 1887 is a start, but incorporating some of the unique architectural features is a top priority: high ceilings, big windows, concrete walls. Adding a retail component would be a benefit, but it won’t be a business just to have something in there. It will need to fit with the use.” The building is 20,000 square feet over three floors and the general idea is to turn the existing classrooms into the luxury hotel rooms and possibly use the old gymnasium/auditorium as a movie theater. He also will be making the building completely ADA compliant and plans to install an elevator on the inside. Sprague is also aware of the historic significance of the building and says he will do everything thing possible to keep the historic fabric of the building as close to original as possible. When asked how he plans to do this he said, “Our main goal is to preserve this structure and the architectural features that make it so unique. There are some structural concerns that need to be addressed, but I’d like to bring it back to the look that it had when it was first built.” He also understands the importance of this building to the hundreds of residents who

attended school there and the emotional connection they still have to it. “I think anyone who has been a part of this community for long enough understands the importance of solidifying this buildings future and also realizes that this building has only a few realistic potential uses.” Sprague further emphasized its significance by adding, “This may very well be the most important building in the Village sitting at one of the most important intersections in the entire county”. Jim Stone knows this building quite well. He was the maintenance man for the school from the 1950’s right up till it closed in the 70’s, and cannot only tell you every single detail about both the buildings construction and mechanical intricacies - but also the many fond memories of the people and kids he worked with back then. Jim was glad to hear that Kody Sprague is possibly going to renovate his beloved old building and is really hoping it becomes a reality. Sprague knows that for a renovation project like this to be viable he will need to pursue every financial incentive he can, and has already begun the process of seeking approvals. He recently appeared before the CCIDA and requested mortgage and sales tax abatements, a Cattaraugus County PILOT agreement, and will be applying for N.Y. State and Federal Historic Property Tax Credits to help offset a big part of construction costs. He’s also been following the very successful redevelopment of the Hotel Lafayette in Buffalo, and has taken some great renovation and funding ideas from it. “Public assistance is very important in making these projects viable. It’s a lot easier to build something from scratch than it is to preserve a historically significant structure”, said Sprague. When asked if it’s possible to estimate the cost of renovations, Sprague says that “Yes, I have a ball park figure, but projects like these always seem to exceed any ball park number I could come up with.” Corey Wiktor, director of the Cattaraugus County IDA was a little more optimistic though, estimating the cost to be around $2,442,000, and that the project would create 10 permanent jobs and several construction jobs. As far as a construction start date, Sprague says “If I feel everything is a “go”, we would be scheduled to close on June 15th. I will be in there working June 16th.”

Cathy Mackay, director of the Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging, cordially invites senior citizens over the age of 60 to celebrate the Easter season at one of the county’s Senior Wellness and Nutrition (SWAN) sites. This year’s dinner will be served on Thursday, March 28, 2013, at noon, except in Little Valley, where the dinner will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the SWAN site of your choice. The Easter dinner menu for Franklinville (676-3993) and Delevan (492-2543) will be baked ham, mashed sweet potatoes, peas with pearl onions, sliced pineapple, a muffin with margarine, and a creamy chocolate éclair for dessert. The menu for the other sites

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will be baked ham, mashed sweet potatoes, cauliflower, sliced pineapple, carrot raisin muffin with margarine, and a choice of either reduced-fat or fat-free milk. Dessert will be a creamy chocolate éclair. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the site of your choice. In addition to Delevan and Franklinville, there are SWAN sites located in Allegany (373-6376), Cattaraugus (257-3035), Gowanda (532-5598), Little Valley (938-6066), Olean (376-5670), Portville (933-7080), Randolph (358-5656), South Dayton (988-5037), and West Valley (942-6695). There is a suggested voluntary donation of $3.00 which goes toward the cost of the meal. However, no one is ever denied a meal for inability or unwillingness to

contribute. In addition to the SWAN sites, the Senior Wellness and Nutrition program in Cattaraugus County provides Meals on Wheels service to senior citizens over the age of 60 who are unable to prepare meals for themselves, have difficulty leaving their home, have been recently discharged from the hospital, and/or are recovering from an illness or accident. If you, a family member, or loved one could benefit from the Meals on Wheels service, please contact us. For more information about the Easter dinner, Meals on Wheels, or any other program or service available to seniors through the Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging, please call 716-373-8032 or 800-462-2901.



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of right now, we don’t need to relocate him. Now, that is not to say that the situation could not change momentarily, or in the near future. If things change, you can bet we will be moving north pretty quick.” While the exact location of Phil’s whereabouts would be

closely guarded, his safety, should the move be warranted, is of the greatest concern, according to Crystal Abers, director of county tourism. “Well, with all of our great hunting and fishing areas in the county, I sure hope there is extra security for him,” she said. Ellicottville is the home to world-class ski resorts in Holiday Valley and HoliMont. Phil has served as Marshall of the annual Mardi Gras parade, sponsored by The Villager Newspaper, and has spent some time on the slopes, in Ellicottville in the past.

As for Eshbaugh’s theory, Deeley said nothing could be further from the truth. “The Phil you saw in Ellicottville for the parade, as well as the Phil you saw on television is the real Phil. There are no imposters or understudies,” he said. In the case of interpreting the words spoken on The Knob once a year, Deeley also said there are younger guys that are coming aboard, into the club, that are learning how to speak to Phil. When we spoke to the furry little rodent himself, he said, “April Fool’s”!

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began. And what did Luke wish for? More than anything else, he wanted a pirate ship playground for his backyard. “It happened very, very quickly. Only about a month,” said Stacy Kirschman, Luke’s mother, of the effort to get the playground built in the families Jamestown backyard. Since then, Luke has spent every moment he can enjoying his pretend pirate ship. “The impact on his overall happiness has been wonderful. He’s just a happy, joyful kid,” explained Stacy. The playground has even helped with his physical therapy, as the visiting physical therapists encourage Luke to climb up and down on the jungle gym to build up his muscles. Luke is now four years old, and if you have any doubt that the joy of the new playground may have worn off, consider this from his mother. “When he goes to bed a night, he’s thinking about his playground, and when he wakes up in the morning, he’s thinking about his playground.” “I feel honored to be a child’s wish granter.” That’s Western New York Program Director, Cheryl Unger. The organization depends on medical professionals and/ or parents or legal guardians to refer a child to them. At that

point, volunteers meet with the child to determine their most heartfelt wish. Children must be at least two-and-a-half years old, and the referral must be made before the child’s 18th birthday. The wish must be granted before the patient turns 21. There are several different types of wishes the children tend to make. Of them, travel wishes comprise a majority of the requests. Others are: to be something for a day, (a policeman or fireman), to have wishes (like Luke’s playground), and celebrity wishes, like asking to meet a famous person. The organization is dependent on donations from corporate sponsors, along with individual contributions, special events, and fundraisers. The organization receives no federal or state funding. They are always looking for volunteers in this area and they rely on community support to be able to reach all eligible children in each and every community. Make-A-Wish was founded in Phoenix in 1980, when a young boy with leukemia wished to be a police officer for a day. Since then, it has grown to 62 chapters across the country, and 37 international affiliates spanning five continents. The Metro New York and Western New York Chapter of Make-A-Wish is one of the busiest in the country. Here in Western New York, an area which spans 17 counties, more than 2,000 wishes have been granted. In the last fiscal year, staff members and volunteers handled more

than 150 wishes in the Western New York area, with roughly 6% of those wishes coming from Cattaraugus County. Some of those areas include families from Hinsdale, Randolph and Cattaraugus. “The parents come back to me years later with wonderful stories,” Cheryl exclaimed. She asked me to remind readers, “We are always looking for volunteers.” What more could anybody wish for than a chance to bring lasting joy to a child in need.

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The Kirschman family stands in front of the playground provided by the Make-A-Wish organization of Western New York. Luke is on the ladder at the left, his mother Stacy be-hind him. Right: sister Kaylin and father Gary.

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Clearwater Revival launched the Creedence Clearwater Revisited project in 1995 to once again perform live Creedence Clearwater Revival hits - touchstones of a generation. Though the pair initially only planned to play private parties, Creedence Clearwater Revisited now performs up to 100 shows a year and released the album “Recollection.” “We never really had any intention of playing for the public,” says Stu. “But a friend wanted to promote a couple of concerts. We got talked into it, but didn’t know how it would go over.” Since then, the reaction to Creedence Clearwater Revisited’ s concerts has been astounding, and driven in part by a generation of kids who, as Cosmo says, “weren’t even born when the music came out.” “The true test of any concert is how the music makes you feel,” commented Classic Rock Revisited critic Jeb Wright about a 2013 concert. “On this night, this writer walked away with a wonderful feeling, having just witnessed timeless, historical music, performed to perfection. Creedence Clearwater Revisited not only looks to the past, performing iconic songs, they bring them to the modern day, reminding us all of the true

importance of music.” Having toured North America, South America, Central America, New Zealand, Australia, Europe and Asia, knocking out audiences with astounding concerts jam packed with songs that are still a staple of radio, television and movie soundtracks, Creedence Clearwater Revisited has come a long way. The band has also released a double-live CD, which features passionate, authoritative version of 22 classic hits as the result of public demand. “It was generated by requests of the people who came to the shows,” Stu acknowledges. “Over and over they would ask, ‘do you guys have a CD?’” Creedence Clearwater Revisited’s “Recollection” has proven so popular that in 2008 the RIAA certified it Platinum. “In the beginning Cosmo and I decided that if we could find the musicians that could capture the sound and recreate what the music was about, we’d do it,” recalls Stu. As fans around the world can attest, Stu and Cosmo found the right players. Lead singer/rhythm guitar player John Tristao, a powerful tenor with the energy to power songs, initially rose to prominence as lead singer for the band People when their hit “I Love You” bulleted into the top ten. The newest touring member of Creedence Clearwater Revisited is lead guitarist Kurt Griffey. As a guitarist, song writer, producer and performer, Griffey has recorded and toured with

musicians including members of the Eagles, Foreigner, the Moody Blues, Wings, Lynyrd Skynryd, Santana and Journey. Talented multi-instrumentalist Steve Gunner rounds out the group. As Cosmo puts it, “Gun provides live all the overdubs that were on the records. He plays keyboard, acoustic guitar, percussion, harmonica and sings the high harmonies.” Stu and Cosmo and their band Creedence Clearwater Revisited add a new chapter to their musical legacy with vibrant and exhilarating energy and pure American spirit. As the Hollywood Reporter’s music critic John Lappen wrote about a Creedence Clearwater Revisited concert, “Their set was an amazing list of hit after hit that was done serious justice by the players involved. If anyone in the cheering crowd was disappointed [anyone] wasn’t there, they hid it well behind their big smiles and whoops of joy at hearing live some of the best American rock ever written and recorded.” “People don’t want to be involved in an endless debate,” Cosmo sums up. “They want to hear the music.” And Creedence Clearwater Revisited always delivers. Gretchen Wilson will be performing Saturday July 6th The act for Friday July 5th will be released shortly so…stay tuned…presale tickets will be available to purchase on www.ellicottvilleny.com or by calling 800-349-9099 in the very near future.

As for Eshbaugh’s theory, Deeley said nothing could be further from the truth. “The Phil you saw in Ellicottville for the parade, as well as the Phil you saw on television is the real Phil. There are no imposters or understudies,” he said. In the case of interpreting the words spoken on The Knob once a year, Deeley also said there are younger guys that are coming aboard, into the club, that are learning how to speak to Phil. When we spoke to the furry little rodent himself, he said, “April Fool’s”!

addition of ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant wheelchair ramps. All the intersections along Washington Street in the heart of the Village will have the ramps installed. On East Washington, the intersection will be widened and a large turning radius created to help trucks turning from 219 onto Filmore. “Impact on traffic should be minimum, we’re working on the side (of the road). No roads will be shut down,” says Sanjay Singh, the Assistant Regional Design Engineer for the state. He added that work will start in the late Spring or early Summer and should be completed by the Fall. The project is expected to

cost approximately 1.7 million dollars. The first part of the process that will begin shortly is the obtaining of easements from the property owners along the route. One of the state engineers pointed out that some of the property owners along Fish Hill Road will see some modest property improvements from the project. The project started back in 2006 when Al Stocker became concerned with the pedestrians, joggers, and skiers walking along Fish Hill Road. He was concerned that the narrow road could result in a tragedy. He put together a petition with 1400 signatures, mostly HoliMont members, and sent to his brother Norman, a town supervisor, who passed it along to the state. Late last year Mayor Charlie Coolidge and Town Supervisor John Burrell wrote letters to the state asking them to widen the intersection at East Washington

and Filmore. The new bowling alley, pizza parlor, and offices have increased truck traffic at the intersection, and some of the larger trucks have a difficult time making the turn from 219 onto Filmore. “It started with the sidewalks (along HoliMont), all the rest got added on,” says Tracy Wheeler, Project Designer. Someone suggested that as long as sidewalks were being installed, they might as well improve the drainage along Hwy. 242. Then the Filmore intersection and wheelchair ramps were added to the project. “It has evolved over the years,” admitted Ms. Wheeler. As the person who got the project rolling Al Stocker was pleased to see the project moving forward. He pointed out another reason for installing the sidewalks, “the more we can assist people walking into town, the more it alleviates down town parking.”

department answers about 500 ambulance calls a year and 100 fire calls. While the number of fire calls has decreased, he said, ambulance call needs are on the rise. He attributes that to building codes and education about fire prevention decreasing the number of house fires, but, he said, people who once would just go to the doctor or drive to a hospital for minor injuries now call an ambulance to meet those needs. Not only has that led to a need for more training and more equipment for personnel to answer calls, but more of a need for volunteers too. Gross said the department once had about 100 volunteers but is down to about 40. He thinks that is due to people being unable to afford to volunteer because of work

obligations. A statewide drive to enlist volunteers will be held April 27, when Little Valley will participate by hosting an open house with refreshments and live radio station broadcasts. “It’s a chance to give back to the community,” Gross said about volunteering, adding he has heard people complain about how long it takes emergency responders to get to homes, but, he said the same people who complain do not relate that to there not being enough members and may be unwilling to join the ranks. Jim Miller, chairman of the sportsmen’s show, has been involved for a long time. A former captain of the department’s utility truck, he also ran sportsmen’s shows elsewhere when the department was trying to raise money to host a firemen’s convention in Little Valley. He put the two interests together. Now in its 22nd year, the show draws about 2,000 people and features about 50 vendors with 155 tables of exhibits, he said. Miller said this year’s

exhibitors will include a charter captain who runs Lake Ontario fishing expeditions, a fisherman who sells “anything to do with fishing,” hunting firearms, clothing and equipment and wildlife photographers. Most of what is offered, he said, ranges from antiques to the latest in modern equipment. All combined, he said, the show features one place where people can go to get a look at the latest equipment and compare prices for what they may need for outdoor activities. Seeing improved equipment from last year, the costs and new products are all part of the show that will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14 at the Cattaraugus County fairgrounds, said Miller. Gross said he’d like to thank Jim and Pat Miller, Bob Hilliman and Chris Dowd and many others not only for their work to help sportsmen, but also for helping to fund the department’s needs so both emergency responders and those in need of their services can be helped too.

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Fish Show 2013 at the Olean Public Library. Contact Wilma Chesnut at

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April 10Enchanted Mountain Quilting –

Pusanky EggsOlean- Artist, Brian Sheeler will

present a program on Pusanky Eggs (Ukrainian painted eggs) at EMQ, 324

West State Street, Olean starting at 6:30pm. Program is free and open to

the public.

April 102013 Farmer Neighbor Dinner

West Valley – Second Annual Catt Co Farmer-Neighbor Dinner at the West

Valley Fire Hall. Evening begins at 5:30 pm with dinner starting at 6:45 pm. Contact Deb Miller for more

information at 938-2318.

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Book Club At The LibraryThe Ellicottville Library Book Club meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. The April 10th book is “Animal Farm” by George Orwell. Contact Bev Webster at 945-4089 for more information..

Artwork At Library Beginning on March 16th and continuing through April 27th photographer Jennifer Karns will be displaying her artwork in the gallery area of the library. An artist’s reception will be held on Saturday, April 27th from 7-9pm in the Library’s Community Room.

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Library Movie NightFree Movie Night At Ellicottville Memorial Library April 12

On Friday April 12th we will be showing “The Life of Pi” from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The movie will be shown on the projector screen in the Community Room at the library. Come join us for free popcorn and a drink! REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Real Estate AUCTION! Vacant Lot Across From Holiday Valley Ski Resort! Seller Financing Available w/ 25% Down at 8% for 10 Years (3 Yr. Call)! Sat. April 6 @ 10 AM 6702 Holiday Valley Rd, Ellicottville .488 Acre Lot Directly Across the Street from Holiday Valley’s Yodeler Lodge Entrance! Prime Building Lot STEPS from the lift! Yearly Taxes Approx: $2,200. See web for more info, terms & pics! Cash Realty & Auctions • 716-885-2200 • www.cashauction.comFurnished 2 bedroom 1 bath trailer. Walk to town. Priced to sell $43,000. 905-315-7819 or 716-801-2622 or [email protected]

COMMUNITYPSYCHIC HOLISTIC FAIR: Readers, Vendors and Practioners, Saturday, April 6th 11 am – 8 pm., Sunday, April 7th 11 am -7 pm. Clarion Hotel, 30 Lake Shore Dr. (Rt. 5), Dunkirk. For more information www.psychicdennismorley.com or 716-595-2836. Call Clarion 716-366-8350 for discounted room rates.

SERVICES AVAILABLEWhy buy furniture from China? We have been repairing and refinishing good old “Made in USA” furniture for over 35 years. Five Points Custom Woodworking. 716-938-6315, email at [email protected] Cleaning: CPR, your COMPLETE PROPERTY RESOURCE for Carpet & upholstery cleaning, rental property turn-around service. Interior & Exterior Maintenance & Concierge Services. Call 716-353-0500 or email [email protected] Finishing By Tom Clauss: Painting, plastering, remodeling, repairs, restoration work, electrical, plumbing & more. PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SPECIAL: DISCOUNTED PRICES! Free estimates. Call today! 716-949-9155.

FOR RENTVacation Rentals: Plan your next getaway, wedding, reunion, golf or ski vacation with ERA Vacation Properties. Visit our website at www.ellicottville.com for virtual tours of our properties, or call 716-699-4800.FOR RENT: Luxury 2-BR or 3-BR townhomes in Salamanca. Private entrances, FP, granite counters, Berber carpet, stainless steel appliances, washer, dryer, grounds keeping, snow removal, garbage included. Various lease lengths available. Prices range from $900 to $1,100 monthly. No pets. Call to set up your appointment today! Palmer Rentals, 716-945-1906.For Rent in Ellicottville – 2 BR Furnished apartment with laundry room, long term or short-term, no smokers or pets. Please call – 649-6922

EMPLOYMENTFALLING WATERS SPA at Holiday Valley Looking for Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Nail Tech. Please call Brandy at 716-677-9700. The Silver Fox is looking for waitstaff, bussers, and a cleaning person. Please stop in (23 Hughey Alley) to fill out an application.Help Wanted at the Birdwalk. Hiring a responsible person to cook and help with inventory and menu preparation. Rate of pay is negotiable. Apply in person at the Birdwalk after 4pm.

PUBLIC NOTICESNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, VILLAGE OF ELLICOTTVILLE, NEW YORK: The Village of Ellicottville Board will hold a public hearing on Monday April 8th at 6:00pm at the Town & Village Hall, located at One West Washington Street, Ellicottville, New York re: 2013-2014 Budget. Copies of the budget are available in the Village Clerks office.March 20, 2013: Mary J. Klahn, Village ClerkPLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Village of Ellicottville Board of Trustees on April 8, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 1 West Washington Street, Ellicottville, New York, regarding the adoption of Local Law No. 3 of the Year 2013 to amend Local Law No. 3 of the Year 2011 entitled “A Local Law in Regard to Local Sewer Use Law” by adopting a sewer rate schedule which includes the establishment of a new commercial quarterly minimum sewer rate class based on meter size of 5/8” up to and including 1” meter. Copies of the proposed local law are available in the Village Clerks office.March 20, 2013: Mary J. Klahn, Village ClerkPLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Village of Ellicottville Board of Trustees on April 8, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 1 West Washington Street, Ellicottville, New York, regarding the adoption of Local Law No. 2 of the Year 2013 to amend Local Law No. 3 of the Year 2012 entitled “A Local Law Setting Forth the Rules and Regulations Governing Water Service” by adopting a water rate schedule which includes the establishment of 3 new commercial quarterly minimum water rate classes based on meter size, establishing 3 new commercial Rate Blocks to correspond to proposed quarterly minimum water rate classes based on meter size, increase Commercial Water Usage Rates (cost per gallon) by 5%, and increase Residential Water Usage Rates (cost per gallon) and quarterly minimum charge by 5%. Copies of the proposed local law are available in the Village Clerks office. March 20, 2013: Mary J. Klahn, Village ClerkThe Maples Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Monday, April 29, 2013 at 7 pm in the Mansfield Town Hall, Toad Hollow Road, Eddyville NY. All deed holders are encouraged to attend.

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Pond Skimming at Holiday Valley Last Weekend

The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce would like to sincerely thank HoliMont for sponsoring another awesome Chamber Ski Day this past Wednesday, March 20th. Thank you to Dina’s at the Mont and Labatt for providing a delicious buffet lunch and all of the après goodies while everyone enjoyed dancing to the sounds of The Party Squad. Last but not least a very big thank you to all who attended…the ski conditions just couldn’t have gotten any better and a really fun time was had by all! Photos/Jeanine Zimmer

Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce Annual Ski Day at HoliMontPhotos/Bob Knab RKgraphics.smugmug.com

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