Local Events

9/30/2006 - Treasure in the Trink Sale , 27 Allen Street, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Treasure in the Trunk Sale at St. James Church parking lot. Sautrday, September 30th from 9 AM till 2 PM. Free admission. Come find a treasure in the trunk of someone's car! Refeshments available to benefit high school youth activities. For information on reserving 2 parking spaces for a $10 donation call 664-4237. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-664-4237. 3426

9/30/2006 - Fall Festival , Open Meadows Road Blockville, Harmony , Chautauqua County Quilt show,crafters,historical demonstrators,horse drawn wagon rides,musical entertainment,chicken BBQ,homemade pies and other food Cost is Free admission and parking. , More Info. at: 716-782-4066. 3405

9/30/2006 - Treasure in the Trunk Sale , 27 Allen Street, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Treasure in the Trunk Sale at St. James Church parking lot. Sautrday, September 30th from 9 AM till 2 PM. Free admission. Come find a treasure in the trunk of someone's car! Refeshments available to benefit high school youth activities. For information on reserving 2 parking spaces for a $10 donation call 664-4237. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-664-4237. 3427

10/5/2006 - Valley of the Ghouls Haunted House , Belle Valley FD Rt 8 & Norcross Rd , Erie , Erie(a) County The best and scariest haunted house in Erie! Open every Thursday, Friday & Saturday (plus Monday Oct 30th) in October. Inside waiting with seating, snack bar & bathrooms. Special musical guest "Deny the Sun" October 30th playing Goth rock. Cost is $5.00. , More Info. at: http://www.bellevalleyfire.org or 814-825-4359. 3409

10/5/2006 - Chiavetta's Chicken Dinner , Dunkirk High School Cafeteria, Dunkirk , Chautauqua County Time 4:00 to 6:30, takeouts will be avaiable.
Day of the Dunkirk vs Fredonia JV and Varsity soccer game. JV at 4:30, Varsity at 7:00.
Tickets can be purchased in the High School main office. Cost is $7.00 in advance, $8.00 at the door. , More Info. at: 716-366-2899. 3432

10/7/2006 - Transcending Space and Time , The Weeks Gallery at Jamestown Community College, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Lecture by Leonard Urso in the Sarita Weeks Reception Hall: 6:20 p.m.
Reception for "Transcending Space and Time: Works by Leonard Urso": 7 p.m.
Salsamba (Latin jazz band) performs in the Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre: 8p.m.

Leonard Urso, endowed chair and distinguished professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology, will present a provocative lecture in the Sarita Hopkins Weeks Reception Hall.
The reception includes cocktails and hors d'oevuvres, and Straight No Chaser (Steve Davis and Eric Pearson) will perform jazz.
Salsamba, a Pittsburgh based Latin jazz band (back by popular demand), will perform in the Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre Cost is $6 JCC/FSA - $8 area students & seniors - $10 general admission. , More Info. at: http://www.sunyjcc.edu/gallery. 3423

10/7/2006 - Trash & Treasure Sale , Main Street, Perrysburg , Cattaraugus County Clothes and household items. Sale begins at 9 am with bag sale from 1-3 PM.
Morning sale of Coffee & donuts. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 532-4619. 3414

10/7/2006 - 3rd Annual Octoberfest , 7405 Warner Road, Sherman, NY, Sherman , Chautauqua County Gates open at 5 PM with music starting at 7 PM. Bands include Smackdab from Jamestown, Yankee Zydeco Company from Edinboro, PA and The Recipe from West Virgina. There will also be a late night jam session. Food vendors and beer garden on site. Free camping available Saturday night. Cost is $15.00. , More Info. at: www.shermanbarndance.com. 3433

10/7/2006 - Fall Camp Overnighter , YMCA Camp Onyahsa, Dewittville , Chautauqua County Camp runs from 2:30pm Saturday to 6:00pm Monday. Cost is $95 Members/$100 Potential Members. , More Info. at: www.onyahsa.org. 3435

10/7/2006 - Brokenstraw Valley Festival of Bands , Youngsville High School Mike Shine Field, Youngsville , Warren County Gates will open at 4:30 pm with Opening Ceremonies at 5:30 pm.
Nine area high schools bands will be performing as well as the Youngsville Marching Eagles performing their Irish show, "Only Our Rivers Run Free." Cost is $5.00 Adults; Students/Seniors $3.00; Under 5 free. , More Info. at: 814-436-7433. 3418

10/8/2006 - 4th Annual Open House , 5486 Twichell Road West Valley NY, Ashford , Cattaraugus County Come celebrate the "I Love NY Alpaca Weekend" and see why we raise these beautiful creatures. This free event is fun for the whole family. We'll have lots of alpacas to see, refreshments, & plenty of information available. Take a drive in the country to see the fall colors and come hug an alpaca! We're located on Twichell Road off Rte 240, 4.5 miles south of Rte 39 in Springville. Feel free to call us for more information! We'll look forward to seeing you there!! Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: http://www.westwindsalpacas.com. 3407

10/13/2006 - Fredonia Storytelling Festival , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County Two days of top-notch storytelling performances, workshops and master classes, featuring award-winning Vermont Storyteller Tom Weakley, a Chautauqua County native with a whole host of stories about growing up in the Southern Tier. Cost is prices vary by event. , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3272

10/14/2006 - Peek 'n Peak Fall Fest , Peek 'n Peak, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County 10/14/2006-10/15/2006 and 10/21/2006-10/22/2006.
Two weekends of family fun during our beautiful fall season. 75 juried crafters, farmers market, snow sports equipment swap, special kids activities and much more! Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-355-4141. 3309

10/14/2006 - Autumn Father-Child Overnighter , Camp Onyahsa, Dewittville , Chautauqua County Program runs from 10:00am Saturday to 2:00pm Sunday. Cost is $40 adults/$20 ages 3-17. , More Info. at: http://www.onyahsa.org. 3436

10/15/2006 - John Cross and Saxtime Music Salon , 1255 Prendergast Avenue, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Saxtime is a saxophone quartet that has performed throughout the Western New York area at concerts, college festivals and society gigs for the past 7 years. Thier repertoire spans all musical genres from 1910 to present. Band members include: Dave Golando, soprano and alto saxophone, Tim Stockman, tenor saxophone, Michael Mallory, soprano and baritone saxophone and John Cross, soprano and alto saxophone. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-488-1902. 3438

10/15/2006 - Octoberfest Dinner , Community Center, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County Octoberfest Dinner at the Community Center brought to you by The Alexander Findley Community Library Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-769-6568 . 3308

10/17/2006 - Luncheon and Discussion of Homeland Security , White Horse Inn, Cassadaga , Chautauqua County The horror of 9-11 has left an imprint on the hearts and minds of all Americans. Terrorism is a sign of our times. How can we protect our homes, schools, and businesses in readiness for that which threatens us? Have our elected officials appropriated funds necessary to train, equip, and communicate to the citizenry?

Many within Chautauqua County question “how safe are we?” Prepared with a power-point presentation and handouts will be Julius J. Leone, Jr., Chautauqua County Director of Emergency Services, partnering with him will be Michael Vendette, Chautauqua County Counter-Terrorism and Haz-Mat Coordinator. A representative from the U. S, Coast Guard may be present to speak to protecting coastal waterways. There will be a question and answer session following the presentation. Kindly mail your reservations to Mrs. Harry Ludemann 129 Lambert Ave., Fredonia, N.Y. 14063 by October 9th. Cost is $11.00. , More Info. at: www.lwvchautauqua.org. 3399

10/20/2006 - Blues at the Infinity Arts Café , 115 E Third St, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Live WRFA
Featuring the Bruce Peterson Blues Project and special guests
All ages welcome to all shows at the Infinity Arts Cafe! ~ Free Admission ~ Snacks and beverages available at the Cafe counter ~ Infinity donations always accepted ~

Email info@infinityperformingarts.org to be added to the Infinity Informational email list. Let the music play on!
Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 664-0991. 3421

10/20/2006 - Western New York Chamber Orchestra Baroque Ensemble , St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 410 N. Main St., Jamestown , Chautauqua County 8:00 PM. Glen Cortese conducts "Masters of the Baroque." Concerti by Handel, Bach, Torelli, and Galuppi, with flutists Susan Royal and Nicole Zenns. Cost is season pass or $20-adult, $16-senior, students 18 & under free w/paid adult. , More Info. at: http://www.jamestownconcertassociation.org or 716-487-1522. 3370

10/21/2006 - Peek 'n Peak Fall Fest , Peek 'n Peak, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County 10/14/2006-10/15/2006 and 10/21/2006-10/22/2006.
Two weekends of family fun during our beautiful fall season. 75 juried crafters, farmers market, snow sports equipment swap, special kids activities and much more! Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-355-4141. 3310

10/22/2006 - PNC Bank Achievement Center Trail of Treats , Warren Mall, 1666 Market Street, Warren , Warren County On Sunday, October 22, 2006 children can visit the Warren Mall, 1666 Market Street, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. to parade their costumes and fill their gift bags with fun and yummy treats.

The PNC Bank Trail of Treats event will provide children a safe, indoor environment to trick and treat. Children attending the event can showcase their costumers and received treats from “treat stations” throughout the Warren Mall. The cost of the event is $1 per child and everybody (family and friends) are welcome to attend.

It’s sure to be a Spook-tacular time! For more information, contact Marlia Coates, Director of Resource Development at (814) 459-2755 or 1 888-821-3110.

All proceeds benefit the Achievement Center program and services in Warren.
Cost is $1 per child. , More Info. at: www.achivementctr.org or 888-821-3110. 3396

10/25/2006 - Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 8 pm. The 1920 classic silent film starring John Barrymore brought to life with live original music performed by Devil Music Ensemble. Cost is $10. , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3273

10/27/2006 - Norman Foote , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 7 pm. Award-winning entertainer/puppeteer Norman Foote puts his theatrical and comedic talents to use in a concert that is both interactive and original. His "props with an attitude" and nursery rhymes sung by rock stars make him a hit with children and adults alike! Cost is $12 General Admission ($10 seniors & students, $8 children under 12). , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3274

11/7/2006 - Election Day Lunch , Community Center, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County Election Day Lunch at the Community Center brought to you by The Alexander Findley Community Library. Cost is N/A. , More Info. at: 716-769-6568. 3313

11/10/2006 - Church Street Blues , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 8 pm. With tight vocal harmonies and rock solid instrumentation, members of Church Street Blues perform a wide range of musical styles from bluegrass to gospel to folk, oldies and rock. Cost is $15 General Admmission ($13 for Opera House members). , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3275

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C. Rick & Julia McMahon

Broker/partners

Real Estate Advantage Realty

716-483-3300 or 484-2020

Peek 'n Peak Fall Fest

10/14/2006 - Peek 'n Peak Fall Fest , Peek 'n Peak, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County 10/14/2006-10/15/2006 and 10/21/2006-10/22/2006.
Two weekends of family fun during our beautiful fall season. 75 juried crafters, farmers market, snow sports equipment swap, special kids activities and much more! Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-355-4141. 3309

Looking for a new home? Visit our website: http://www.chautauqualakehomes.com/

C. Rick & Julia McMahon

Broker/partners

Real Estate Advantage Realty

716-483-3300 or 484-2020

Food & Beer

Upcoming beer events

Thursday, September 28, 2006

On Oct. 28, Western New York's Peek'n Peak Resort & Conference Center holds its Beer & Wine Festival ($25 or $20 in advance, and lodging packages are available, too; 1-716-355-4141 ext. 7154 or www.pknpk.com).


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October, November Local Events

9/26/2006 - On Stage Alaska , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9-11 Church Street, Fredonia , Chautauqua County Show starts at 7pm. Reservations required. Call 1-888-320-5608 or visit AAA.com. An exhilarating live performance and film presentation. Come and discover all the Great Land has to offer, from towering mountains and Ice Age glaciers to abundant wildlife , dog sledding, gold panning, and more. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: AAA.com or 1-888-320-5608. 3413

9/29/2006 - Victorian Spiritualist Tea , Warren County Historical Society, 210 Fourth Avenue, Warren, PA, Warren , Warren County The Warren County Historical Society invites you to learn more about Spiritualist history at the Victorian Spiritualist Tea. Warren County and the Chautauqua region were some of the earliest sites that sparked the Spiritualist movement, and soon people across the nation could be found in their parlors during teas experimenting with communicating with spirits.

Roberta Shafer will provide chakra card readings, and Bi-Lo’s has donated light tea and refreshments. There will be sessions on tea leaves readings, palmistry, and much more. The event takes place from 4-8 PM. Right after the event, from 8-10 PM, you can head up the road for a great dinner and drinks using your discount coupon donated by Legends restaurant where the “Handicap Singers” will be performing sock-hop music of the ‘50s era.

Cara Seekings, a Spiritualist medium and clairvoyant, will be available for individual readings. Limited tickets for appointments with Ms. Seekings can be reserved for $25 at the Historical Society. Cost is $5.00. , More Info. at: 814-723-1795. 3415

9/30/2006 - Fall Festival , Open Meadows Road Blockville, Harmony , Chautauqua County Quilt show,crafters,historical demonstrators,horse drawn wagon rides,musical entertainment,chicken BBQ,homemade pies and other food Cost is Free admission and parking. , More Info. at: 716-782-4066. 3405

10/13/2006 - Fredonia Storytelling Festival , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County Two days of top-notch storytelling performances, workshops and master classes, featuring award-winning Vermont Storyteller Tom Weakley, a Chautauqua County native with a whole host of stories about growing up in the Southern Tier. Cost is prices vary by event. , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3272

10/14/2006 - Peek 'n Peak Fall Fest , Peek 'n Peak, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County 10/14/2006-10/15/2006 and 10/21/2006-10/22/2006.
Two weekends of family fun during our beautiful fall season. 75 juried crafters, farmers market, snow sports equipment swap, special kids activities and much more! Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-355-4141. 3309

10/15/2006 - Octoberfest Dinner , Community Center, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County Octoberfest Dinner at the Community Center brought to you by The Alexander Findley Community Library Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-769-6568 . 3308

10/17/2006 - Luncheon and Discussion of Homeland Security , White Horse Inn, Cassadaga , Chautauqua County The horror of 9-11 has left an imprint on the hearts and minds of all Americans. Terrorism is a sign of our times. How can we protect our homes, schools, and businesses in readiness for that which threatens us? Have our elected officials appropriated funds necessary to train, equip, and communicate to the citizenry?

Many within Chautauqua County question “how safe are we?” Prepared with a power-point presentation and handouts will be Julius J. Leone, Jr., Chautauqua County Director of Emergency Services, partnering with him will be Michael Vendette, Chautauqua County Counter-Terrorism and Haz-Mat Coordinator. A representative from the U. S, Coast Guard may be present to speak to protecting coastal waterways. There will be a question and answer session following the presentation. Kindly mail your reservations to Mrs. Harry Ludemann 129 Lambert Ave., Fredonia, N.Y. 14063 by October 9th. Cost is $11.00. , More Info. at: www.lwvchautauqua.org. 3399

10/20/2006 - Blues at the Infinity Arts Café , 115 E Third St, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Live WRFA
Featuring the Bruce Peterson Blues Project and special guests
All ages welcome to all shows at the Infinity Arts Cafe! ~ Free Admission ~ Snacks and beverages available at the Cafe counter ~ Infinity donations always accepted ~

Email info@infinityperformingarts.org to be added to the Infinity Informational email list. Let the music play on!
Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 664-0991. 3421

10/20/2006 - Western New York Chamber Orchestra Baroque Ensemble , St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 410 N. Main St., Jamestown , Chautauqua County 8:00 PM. Glen Cortese conducts "Masters of the Baroque." Concerti by Handel, Bach, Torelli, and Galuppi, with flutists Susan Royal and Nicole Zenns. Cost is season pass or $20-adult, $16-senior, students 18 & under free w/paid adult. , More Info. at: http://www.jamestownconcertassociation.org or 716-487-1522. 3370

10/21/2006 - Peek 'n Peak Fall Fest , Peek 'n Peak, Findley Lake , Chautauqua County 10/14/2006-10/15/2006 and 10/21/2006-10/22/2006.
Two weekends of family fun during our beautiful fall season. 75 juried crafters, farmers market, snow sports equipment swap, special kids activities and much more! Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-355-4141. 3310

10/22/2006 - PNC Bank Achievement Center Trail of Treats , Warren Mall, 1666 Market Street, Warren , Warren County On Sunday, October 22, 2006 children can visit the Warren Mall, 1666 Market Street, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. to parade their costumes and fill their gift bags with fun and yummy treats.

The PNC Bank Trail of Treats event will provide children a safe, indoor environment to trick and treat. Children attending the event can showcase their costumers and received treats from “treat stations” throughout the Warren Mall. The cost of the event is $1 per child and everybody (family and friends) are welcome to attend.

It’s sure to be a Spook-tacular time! For more information, contact Marlia Coates, Director of Resource Development at (814) 459-2755 or 1 888-821-3110.

All proceeds benefit the Achievement Center program and services in Warren.
Cost is $1 per child. , More Info. at: www.achivementctr.org or 888-821-3110. 3396

10/25/2006 - Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 8 pm. The 1920 classic silent film starring John Barrymore brought to life with live original music performed by Devil Music Ensemble. Cost is $10. , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3273

10/27/2006 - Norman Foote , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 7 pm. Award-winning entertainer/puppeteer Norman Foote puts his theatrical and comedic talents to use in a concert that is both interactive and original. His "props with an attitude" and nursery rhymes sung by rock stars make him a hit with children and adults alike! Cost is $12 General Admission ($10 seniors & students, $8 children under 12). , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3274

11/10/2006 - Church Street Blues , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 8 pm. With tight vocal harmonies and rock solid instrumentation, members of Church Street Blues perform a wide range of musical styles from bluegrass to gospel to folk, oldies and rock. Cost is $15 General Admmission ($13 for Opera House members). , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3275

11/11/2006 - "Think Christmas" A Country Bazaar , Brocton Central School, Brocton , Chautauqua County Bazaar starts at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. @ Brocton School. Free to the public. Food available at a minimal cost. Vendor space still available. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-792-9752.

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New 62 Million Gallon Snowmaking Pond

Ellicottville, NY - After six years of land acquisition, permitting, and construction, western New York State's Holiday Valley ski and snowboard resort has begun filling its new 62 million gallon snowmaking pond.

Construction crews have begun filling the 13-acre Spruce Lake, Holiday Valley's new 62 million gallon snowmaking reservoir. (photo: Holiday Valley)

The 13-acre Spruce Lake, located west of the top of the ski resort's Tannenbaum lift, will double the snowmaking capacity of the Valley’s already massive system. The large supply of water at the top of the mountain will enable crews to make more snow during cold weather, resulting in better quality snow made more efficiently by using less energy. A pumping station and new underground piping have also been completed.
A future ski lift is planned that will originate near the base of Tannenbaum and run roughly perpendicular to the existing Tannenbaum Quad. A few new ski and snowboard slopes have been roughed in this summer in the area of the new lake.
Holiday Valley plans to make the lake available for fishing, canoeing and kayaking during future summer months.





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Bemus Point Condominiums

Development moves ahead along Chautauqua Lake

Business First of Buffalo - by James Fink

Business First

With approvals in hand, Bemus Point Investment LLC is gearing up to begin construction on the appropriately named Bemus Point Condominiums.
The development cleared one of its final hurdles earlier this week when the Bemus Point Planning Board signed off on the project. Construction won't start until September.
Bemus Point Investments is proposing to construct the 40-unit complex that will front on Chautauqua Lake. Each unit comes with a garage and parking space for guests and visitors.
Every unit will have a view of the lake.
The first units should be available by late winter or early spring.


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Chautauqua Institution

Area To Get National Spotlight

9/24/2006 - Chautauqua Institution To Have Special On CBS Discussing Its Culture, Religion

By The Post-Journal Staff

Chautauqua: An Interfaith Experience, a special exploring a historic setting for cultural and religious learning, will be broadcast at 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 8 on the CBS television network.

Chautauqua: An Interfaith Experience explores the Chautauqua Institution, a summer cultural and religious retreat in Chautauqua. Since 1874, for the price of a ticket, people of all ages and faiths have entered the community to experience and discuss various aspects of music, art, drama and religion. Originally created as a summer retreat for Sunday school teachers, the founders, the Rev. John Heyl Vincent, a Methodist minister, and Lewis Miller, an inventor, believed that in order to be a well-rounded religious person, one must also cultivate an intellectual curiosity for ideas outside the teachings of the Bible.

‘‘Without knowledge, Miller and Vincent believed religion was void and empty, but without religion, knowledge was formless, meaningless and pointless,’’ said Jon Schmitz, Chautauqua historian.

The program includes an interview with Schmitz; Tom Becker, Chautauqua Institution president; and the Rev. Dr. Joan Brown Campbell, Chautauqua Institution religion director; as well as the Rev. Dr. Albert J.D. Aymer, president of Hood Theological Seminary in Salisbury, N.C. Also featured is Kevin Sixbey, director of the Abrahamic Youth Program for young adults, and four student leaders — Dawud Bell, Michael Harmon, Julianne Hazen and Alanna Hoyer-Oetizel. The goal of the group is to dispel the stereotypes of the Muslim, Christian and Jewish faith traditions by organizing informal weekly conversations with visiting religious leaders and other young adults visiting Chautauqua.

As part of the broadcast, the Rev. Ted Anderson, pastor of the Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church in Chautauqua, leads a tour of Palestine Park, a not-to-scale model of the Holy Land, on the institution’s grounds. United Methodist House, one of the oldest denominational houses at the institution, is also visited. Nancy Miller Arnn, the granddaughter of Chautauqua founder Lewis Miller, talks about the sense of vibrant history at Chautauqua not only through the long list of American presidents, Pulitzer Prize winners and artists who have attended and spoken at the institution, but also in the families who return every year. She is joined by her daughter, Mina Miller Weiler, son Ted Arnn and their families, who continue the tradition, as well as the Karslake’s — an eighth-generation Chautauqua family.

John P. Blessington is the executive producer of the special and Liz Kineke is the producer. The special is being produced with the cooperation of the National Council of Churches, The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Islamic Society of North America, and a consortium of Jewish organizations.

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Peek'n Peak

YOUR RESORT: Peek'n Peak

Key Stats
Night Trails: 27
Vertical Drop : 122 m / 400 ft
Base Elevation : 427 m / 1400 ft
Summit Elevation : 549 m / 1800 ft
Halfpipes and Zaugg : 1
Number of Terrain Parks : 3
Night Riding : Yes
Annual Snowfall : OVER 200 in
Snowmaking : 100%
Total Acres : 105
Number of Lifts : 10
Number of Trails : 26
Hours of Operation : 9:30am-10:30pm

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New for the 2006-2007 Winter Season!
New Season Pass deal for Junior ages 6 to college $299
2 Million in snowmaking upgrades
2 new parks with improved lighting. (1000 watt)
Zaugg 8’ Pipe Designer
4” x 12’ Flat Rail
4” x 20’ Flat Rail
8” x 8’ Rainbow Rail
Up-drop, flat down box
Flat down box
Dancefloor Box
8” x 24’ Rainbow Rail
8" x 14' Hippo (as seen below)
8” x 40’ Rainbow-booter Rail
4” x 19’ Battleship Rail
and much more...

180 Progression Park is located at the bottom of Alan-A-Dale. To make the learning on hill easier this terrain park will be a small feature park designed for entry-level park riders.
360 Park is on Doncaster Trail
540 Park and Pipe are on Canterbury Trail and our most intense terrain park to date.

Events
October 14 & 15, 21 & 22 Rail and Box Jam
Winner for each day gets a seasons pass. Many door prizes
January
6th Halfpipe Competition
13th Next Snow Search Event (Kids between the ages of 9 to 13)
20th Jeep Terrain Park Challenge Grass Roots Qualifier Event
February
3rd Open Slopestyle Event
10th Chicken Wing Cook-off
24th Mountain Dew Slide and Ride
March
3rd & 4th Spring Fest
10th Spring Open Slopestyle Event

Contact Info
Email : info@pknpk.com
Fax : (716) 355-6614
Phone : (716) 355-4141
Snow Report : 1-800-367-9691

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716-483-3300 or 484-2020

Mayville Events for 06-07

Mayville Events

Mayville Events is your resource for arts, entertainment and dining, in and around the north end of Chautauqua Lake. Working together, our civic groups, community planners, restauranteurs, artists, and area businesses strive to create exciting, year round activities and events in the Chautauqua Lake region. Mayville Guitar Show and Stringed Instrument Festival - October 7-8, 2006 This October festival brings together the best western New York luthiers and dealers of fine instruments, weekend-long workshops and concerts. Mayville Gospel Blues Festival - November 11-12, 2006 Mayville plays host to the best in the Gospel and Blues genre. A rockin' and holy-rollin' great time for those who like good music played with passion. A Mayville Christmas - December 16, 2006 A good old-fashioned Christmas celebration with carolers, good food, shopping, live music and lots of Christmas spirit! The Mayville ICE and Cool Jazz Festival - Presidents Weekend, 2007 Not just an ice castle anymore! Experience great wintertime activities and a premier Jazz Festival throughout our annual winter fest. Jazz Preview: Folk and Blues Legend Eric Bibb on Feb. 13th. Folk on the Hill - March, 2007 Introduced at the Red Brick Farm in 2005 with Cowboy Zen songwriter Chuck Pyle and moved to Mayville's celebration Hall in 2007 - this event brings the best of folk music to the area once again. Mayville Dock Festival - June 2007 Discover how easy it is to get to Mayville and how wonderful it is when you do, as we host a "getting to know you" party at the very north end of the lake. The Mayville Docks Festival features live entertainment; boat demos; kids' activities; museum tours and the 2nd Annual taste of Mayville, a delectable sampling of the best of our restaurant row cuisine. We taste better every year. Mayville Bluegrass Festival - June 16-17, 2007 What started out a small hometown bluegrass get-together, gets bigger and better every year! For more information, visit the official web site for this event at www.mayvillebluegrassfestival.com For more information on Chautauqua Lake Real Estate & Living visit: www.chautauqualakehomes.com

Chautauqua Lake Management

CLMC Makes Its Case

By PATRICK L. FANELLI

Bill Evans, CLMC chairman, promotes the group’s 2007 action plan Thursday at the Robert H. Jackson Center. P-J photo by Patrick L. Fanelli

9/22/2006 - Eight members of the Chautauqua Lake Management Commission made their case public Thursday for a proposed $567,360 spending plan, and it wasn’t entirely free of criticism.

Resident Jack Taylor wanted to know how Thursday’s public forum at the Robert H. Jackson Center was any different from so many others he has attended in the past.

‘‘For the last five years, I’ve been coming to meetings like this one,’’ Taylor said. ‘‘My taxes are three times as high and the weeds seem to be worse than ever. It seems to me that these meetings are great, but nothing positive happens.’’

Bill Evans, CLMC president, said he appreciated his frustrations — himself a longtime resident of Summit Street in Lakewood. But throughout his presentation before the crowd of about 50 residents, Evans stressed that the spending proposal isn’t just talk — it’s an action plan aimed at achieving both short-term and long-term results.

‘‘I’ve been here for 35 years, and this has never been done before,’’ Evans said.

It was the third public forum CLMC members held in Chautauqua County to promote the spending plan before the county legislature decides whether to pay for it, and according to Evans, the response from the public has been positive.

‘‘The public has been absolutely very supportive,’’ Evans said shortly after his presentation ended. ‘‘I’ve just got my fingers crossed.’’

Much of the presentation included disturbing photographs taken on the ground and in the air that captured the problems Chautauqua Lake faces. These included photographs of eroding streams, unwelcome deltas, weed-choked shorelines and bays clouded with silt.

‘‘That’s the kind of stuff that doesn’t have to happen,’’ Evans said.

The CLMC 2007 Action Plan was recently submitted to the county legislature for consideration. It includes 14 separate spending proposals, such as doubling the removal of lake weeds at a cost of $87,360; restoring the lakeshore and streambeds at a cost of $80,000; and controlling the flow of sedimentation and debris into the lake at a cost of $60,000 — all for both the short-term and long-term health of Chautauqua Lake.

‘‘We told the legislature, ‘We’re not asking you to change the world. We’re asking you to change the course of Chautauqua Lake so it will be usable for us now and so we can become good stewards in the future,’ ’’ Evans said.

While Evans was fielding questions from the audience, Vince Horrigan of Bemus Point stood and said their biggest challenge would not be convincing county legislators who represent lakefront municipalities, but convincing legislators from the northern half of the county and any other towns and villages far away from Chautauqua Lake.

Evans acknowledged that will be a challenge, which is why he emphasizes that much of the $140 million tourism brings to the county every year is driven by Chautauqua Lake.

‘‘It’s not just for the lake people,’’ said Duane Anderson, Lakewood Village Board member, who attended the forum as well. ‘‘This affects the whole county.’’

Evans is encouraging all residents to attend the Sept. 27 meeting of the county legislature, where a similar presentation will be given — or, at the very least, encourage their county legislators to approve the spending plan.

‘‘We would love you to stand shoulder to shoulder with us,’’ Evans said. ‘‘Like the Chinese proverb, the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. We’ve taken more than just a few first steps, but there’s an awful, awful lot left to do.’’

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Local Events

9/22/2006 - Jeremy Kittel Trio , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 8 pm. US National Scottish Fiddle Champion Jeremy Kittel "plays with the skill, sensitivity and fire of the best Celtic fiddlers out there." Cost is $12 General Admission ($10 for Opera House members). , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3270

9/22/2006 - Wine Country Harvest Festival , Gravel Pit and Gibson Parks, North East, PA, Erie , Erie(a) County Wine Country Harvest Festival. 25 Grape Years! Celebrate with us! Winery tours, Wine by the Glass, Arts & Crafts, Grape Stomping, Cruise-In, Bike Wine Country, Entertainment, Food and Fun! Call 814-725-4262 for more information or visit www.nechamber.org/winefest Cost is Gravel Pit Park $5; Gibson Park Free. , More Info. at: www.nechamber.org/winefest. 3319

9/23/2006 - Music Class for children with special needs , Lutheran Social Services Campus, Basement of Bldg D, Jamestown , Chautauqua County 9:15am-10am, class will be held on a monthly basis.
Interactive music class for parents with children, siblings also welcome.
To register please call 483-6687 Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716-483-6687. 3416

9/23/2006 - Larea with Special Guest Hostage 58 Concert , 212 W 2nd St, Jamestown , Chautauqua County Lareau returns this Saturday, September 23rd to Shawbuck's in downtown Jamestown. And, as usual, Lareau will make it "the" event worth going to in Jamestown. Lareau on Rust Records will perform their entire "Changes" CD along with many favorite covers. Special guests HOSTAGE 58 takes the stage at 10:00, playing loads of 90's covers members of BRANDY LIES and GRAPHITE SYMPHONY guys will be on hand to do special guest performances. Cost is 5.00. , More Info. at: 716-487-2201. 3420

9/23/2006 - 4th Annual Recovery Run and Walk , Country Inn and Suites Route 417 , Olean , Cattaraugus County 4th Annual Recovery Run and Walk 5-K Road, Trail Run, 2-mile Walk. All registered participants receive a free T-shirt. Come meet Comedian Mark Lundholm! Prizes for top 3 runners in each division. Event benefits Cattaraugus County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse. Call 716-373-5202 ext. 521 for details or registration form.
Cost is $15 pre-registration $20 day of. , More Info. at: http://www.cccasa.org. 3394

9/23/2006 - Wine Country Harvest Festival , Gravel Pit and Gibson Parks, North East, PA, Erie , Erie(a) County Winery Tours, Cruise-In, Grape Stomping, Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Bike Wine Country, Food and Fun! 25 Grape Years! Celebrate with us! Cost is Gravel Pit Park $5; Gibson Park Free. , More Info. at: www.nechamber.org/winefest or 814-725-4262. 3317

9/23/2006 - Heritage Harvest Fest , Chang Hu Park & downtown Gowanda, Gowanda , Cattaraugus County Cemetery Tours Sat & Sun 1pm - 3pm
Classic Car Show Sun Noon - 4pm
Firemen's Chicken BBQ Sun Noon - sellout
Roadrunners Concert Sun 1pm - 4pm Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 716 532-0728 or 532-2152. 3411

9/23/2006 - An Evening of Recovery Humor with Mark Lundholm , St. Bonaventure University's Reilly Center Arena , Olean , Cattaraugus County An Evening of Recovery Humor with Mark Lundholm 7 p.m. St. Bonaventure University Reilly Center Arena. Tickets $10 for general admission, Group rates available. Tickets available at the Reilly Center Ticket Office, 716-375-2500, at www.tickets.com, or call 716-373-5202 ext. 521 Cost is $10.00. , More Info. at: http://www.cccasa.org. 3395

9/24/2006 - Busti Apple Harvest Festival , Lawson Rd, Busti , Chautauqua County The Festival is held the last Sunday of September from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00, Crafters & demonstrations, homemade pies, homemade apple butter, NY State cheese, apples, cider, old school house, museum and mill tours, farmers market Cost is Adults $3.00 admission Parking Free. , More Info. at: 716-483-3670. 3398

9/24/2006 - Swiss Steak Dinner , Senior Citizen's Building, Stow Road Stow, New York, Norh Harmony , Chautauqua County Noon to 6 pm, Live music, 50/50, Drawing for a 170 Stihl Chain Saw, donated by Uncle Jack's Saw Barn. Swiss Steak, green beans, mashed potatoes, drink and dessert Cost is Adults $8, Seniors & under 12 $6, under 5 free. , More Info. at: 789-3617. 3417

9/25/2006 - monthly meeting , American Legion Hall, Brocton , Chautauqua County 12:00 noon a Tureen luncheon. Bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: madfred@netsync.net. 3422

9/25/2006 - Insight Into the Middle East , 509 Cherry St., Jamestown , Chautauqua County Dr. James E. Miller, an adjunct history professor at JCC, will lead a discussion on "Insight Into the Middle East" from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, in Prendergast Library's Fireplace Room. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: 484-7135. 3404

9/26/2006 - On Stage Alaska , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9-11 Church Street, Fredonia , Chautauqua County Show starts at 7pm. Reservations required. Call 1-888-320-5608 or visit AAA.com. An exhilarating live performance and film presentation. Come and discover all the Great Land has to offer, from towering mountains and Ice Age glaciers to abundant wildlife , dog sledding, gold panning, and more. Cost is FREE. , More Info. at: AAA.com or 1-888-320-5608. 3413

9/29/2006 - Victorian Spiritualist Tea , Warren County Historical Society, 210 Fourth Avenue, Warren, PA, Warren , Warren County The Warren County Historical Society invites you to learn more about Spiritualist history at the Victorian Spiritualist Tea. Warren County and the Chautauqua region were some of the earliest sites that sparked the Spiritualist movement, and soon people across the nation could be found in their parlors during teas experimenting with communicating with spirits.

Roberta Shafer will provide chakra card readings, and Bi-Lo’s has donated light tea and refreshments. There will be sessions on tea leaves readings, palmistry, and much more. The event takes place from 4-8 PM. Right after the event, from 8-10 PM, you can head up the road for a great dinner and drinks using your discount coupon donated by Legends restaurant where the “Handicap Singers” will be performing sock-hop music of the ‘50s era.

Cara Seekings, a Spiritualist medium and clairvoyant, will be available for individual readings. Limited tickets for appointments with Ms. Seekings can be reserved for $25 at the Historical Society. Cost is $5.00. , More Info. at: 814-723-1795. 3415

9/30/2006 - Fall Festival , Open Meadows Road Blockville, Harmony , Chautauqua County Quilt show,crafters,historical demonstrators,horse drawn wagon rides,musical entertainment,chicken BBQ,homemade pies and other food Cost is Free admission and parking. , More Info. at: 716-782-4066. 3405

10/22/2006 - PNC Bank Achievement Center Trail of Treats , Warren Mall, 1666 Market Street, Warren , Warren County On Sunday, October 22, 2006 children can visit the Warren Mall, 1666 Market Street, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. to parade their costumes and fill their gift bags with fun and yummy treats.

The PNC Bank Trail of Treats event will provide children a safe, indoor environment to trick and treat. Children attending the event can showcase their costumers and received treats from “treat stations” throughout the Warren Mall. The cost of the event is $1 per child and everybody (family and friends) are welcome to attend.

It’s sure to be a Spook-tacular time! For more information, contact Marlia Coates, Director of Resource Development at (814) 459-2755 or 1 888-821-3110.

All proceeds benefit the Achievement Center program and services in Warren.
Cost is $1 per child. , More Info. at: www.achivementctr.org or 888-821-3110. 3396

10/25/2006 - Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 8 pm. The 1920 classic silent film starring John Barrymore brought to life with live original music performed by Devil Music Ensemble. Cost is $10. , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3273

10/27/2006 - Norman Foote , 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia , Chautauqua County 7 pm. Award-winning entertainer/puppeteer Norman Foote puts his theatrical and comedic talents to use in a concert that is both interactive and original. His "props with an attitude" and nursery rhymes sung by rock stars make him a hit with children and adults alike! Cost is $12 General Admission ($10 seniors & students, $8 children under 12). , More Info. at: 716-679-1891, www.fredopera.org. 3274

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Chautauqua Lake Weed Management

Officials Meet To Discuss Weeds

By DENNIS PHILLIPS

Lake Brainstorm County Executive Greg Edwards, standing left, talks to representatives from State Sen. Cathy Young, R-Olean, U.S. Rep. Brian Higgins, D-South Buffalo, and U.S Sen. Charles Schumer’s office in Mayville on Wednesday about the weed problem in Chautauqua Lake. P-J photo by Dennis Phillips

9/21/2006 - LAKEWOOD — Each year, the weed problem in Chautauqua Lake is becoming worse.

That is the message Bill Evans, Chautauqua Lake Management Commission chairman, is still trying to express to local, state and federal officials as he tries to raise enough awareness of lake issues to pay what he sees as an increasing price to clean up the mess.

On Wednesday, County Executive Greg Edwards was joined by state Assemblyman William Parment, D-North Harmony, and representatives from U.S Sen. Charles Schumer’s office, U.S. Rep. Brian Higgins, D-South Buffalo and State Sen. Cathy Young, R-Olean, to take a firsthand look at the problems facing Chautauqua Lake with the commission’s chairman and explore the possibility of federal, state and county financial assistance.

The CLMC was created about a year ago to create, implement and monitor a comprehensive lake and watershed management plan to protect and enhance the health, ecology and uses of Chautauqua Lake and its watershed.

In August, the commission passed its 2007 action plan, with a $567,360 price tag, which Edwards said he plans to find money for in the 2006-07 budget, which will be released Wednesday.

Evans said the commission — made up of nine various lake organizations — passed the 14-step action plan to take the first steps to alleviate the weed problem. Evans said the weed problem discourages swimming, fouls boat motors and fishing lines, produces noxious odors and may reduce real estate values. Less than one percent — .76 percent — of the county’s total square footage comes from property along Chautauqua Lake. However, this small fraction of county land accounts for 26 percent of the total assessed evaluation of land.

The chairman said the commission’s plan needs to be put in place to ensure the weed problem doesn’t continue to grow.

‘‘It’s time for Chautauqua County to take leadership in handling this problem,’’ Evans said.

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Bust Apple Festival

Annual Busti Festival Is Sunday

By PATRICK L. FANELLI

A Time For Apples Several people attending the 2005 Busti Apple Festival browse one of the several vendor tables. The festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Busti Fireman’s Grounds. P-J file photo

9/20/2006 - BUSTI — Apple cider, candied apples, apple pie, apple butter — what a way to start the fall season.

Every year, the Busti Apple Festival draws thousands of visitors who come from all around to browse the multitude of craft venders, satisfy their autumn appetites or take a gander at early pioneer life. This year’s festival promises to be no different.

‘‘It’s a very pleasant day,’’ said John Siggins, president of the Busti Historical Society, which organizes the annual event.

There’s three elements to it, Siggins explained. First is the continuous loop of more than 130 crafters. Second is the wide array of food items available for purchase, with an emphasis on apples and other autumnal treats.

‘‘There’s all kinds of food and beverages available, and one of the biggest features is the homemade pies of all different descriptions. We also serve fresh apple cider in our country store, and we have apple butter and all kinds of cheeses,’’ Siggins said.

‘‘We sell apples by the bag, and there are all kinds of people there in our farmers market section, selling everything from honey to nuts,’’ Siggins added.

The third element of the Busti Apple Festival is historical. Through demonstrations, guests can sample what early pioneer life was like. They can also tour the Grist Mill, which is the driving force behind the annual celebration.

According to Siggins, the Grist Mill was built in 1838 by Herman Bush, one of the early settlers of Busti. Though the town is named after Paul Busti of the Holland Land Company, Bush is the town’s true founding father.

‘‘It probably would have been more appropriate for it to be called Bushti to celebrate Herman,’’ Siggins said. ‘‘Most of what he built between 1817 and 1838 is still standing.’’

According to Normal Carlson of the Busti Historical Society, the Grist Mill was the driving force of the local economy in the town’s early days.

‘‘It was a grist and flouring mill. In other words, it ground the locally grown grain for use in either human food or animal food,’’ Carlson said. ‘‘They didn’t have a transportation system back then. Guys were even bringing grain in on their backs.’’

As transportation advanced, the Grist Mill was unique since it still produced flour despite intense competition from Jamestown and elsewhere.

That changed in 1910, Carlson explained — and for the next few decades, it was only used to produce animal grist.

‘‘The mill closed its doors in 1959 or 1960,’’ Carlson said. ‘‘Places like the Busti Mill just couldn’t keep up with it.’’

Since then, Busti residents have been striving to preserve and restore the Grist Mill — an effort that continues today.

‘‘We replaced the siding, we replaced the roof I think three times. We replaced all the windows and two of the three floors,’’ Carlson said. ‘‘We cleaned out the basement around the turbine housings, and we had the machinery evaluated by experts. The basic water power is still there. That’s pretty much all in tack.’’

Part of the revenue from the Busti Apple Festival goes to the fire department, and part of it goes to the effort to restore the mill.

‘‘There’s a lot left to do,’’ Carlson said. ‘‘The vast majority of work on the machinery has to be done.’’

The Busti Apple Festival takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the festival grounds in Busti. Parking is free and admission is $3. For more information, contact the Busti Historical Society at 483-3670.

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�Something Unique�

‘Something Unique’ to celebrate grand opening Saturday

9/19/2006 - SHERMAN — As you stroll down Main Street in Sherman, something new catches your eye. It’s “Something Unique,” a custom matting and framing shop owned and operated by Bob Rogers.

The shop first opened its doors in March of this year. It is a nice addition to the shops in the village, complementing other new businesses in the downtown area.

After high school, Rogers moved from the village, living in the Jamestown and Kennedy areas for over 20 years where he managed a wholesale plumbing and heating company for several years and the JARTS transportation system until it closed permanently.

Having met his wife in Sherman while working in plumbing and heating, he moved back to the village in 1990 and established his framing business on April 1, 1999.

Roger’s background in framing developed from his interest in calligraphy and the necessity of having his work framed. His first framing lessons came with the college courses he took in calligraphy from the late Sherman Brooks.

He has since attended the International Picture Framer’s School in Kingston, Ontario Canada for both basic and advanced picture framing courses and joined the Professional Picture Framer’s Association in 2005.

“Something Unique”, 121 West Main St., Sherman, will celebrate its grand opening with an open house on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Local artists John Andrea, Jim Calhoun, Joanne Johnson, Wally Lawson, Lorna Perkins, Donna Thomas and Susan Wolfe, will be on hand for the event promoting classes, demonstrating their media and selling prints.

Refreshments will be prepared by Tim Murphy’s Brick Village Gourmet Shop, also on Sherman’s West Main Street. Brick Village Gourmet is part of the Food is Good Group that operates Olives, The Watermark, The Ironstone and Le Fleur restaurants.

Rogers has also planned door prizes and Tree-Free Greeting Card specials to enhance the event.

Something Unique has a satellite location at The Red Brick Farm, on West Lake Road, Mayville, in the Discover Artworks Gallery, just a quarter mile from the Chautauqua Institution Gate.

Orders may be placed and finished pieces picked up at either the Red Brick Farm or Sherman location.

Rogers has an extensive selection of mats and frames to choose from and features an extensive line of Amish-made frames.

Something Unique can also help customers with “Super Plak” pieces as well, an interesting alternative to traditional framing.

The Red Brick Farm complex also houses a division of Brick Village Gourmet, along with La Fleur, the French restaurant, Henry & Co. Furniture, Fleur de Lis Floral and Gift Shoppe, Heather’s Greenhouse and Garden Center, Chautauqua Miniatures and The Yarn Cottage

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Peek'n Peak Resort

Peek'n Peak Resort : New Zaugg 8 foot Pipe Designer

Zaugg began creating half pipe groomers in the early nineties, and now produce the world's premier quality groomers. Zaugg machines have been featured in major events, including the U.S. Open Snowboarding in Stratton, Vermont; the ESPN Winter X-Games in Aspen, Colorado; the World Cup in Whiteface, New York; the European Open Snowboarding Championship, and the Japanese Open Snowboarding Championship.

"We're psyched to have a pipe cutting tool like this at our disposal. Our plans are to have a pipe open as soon as possible and the new snowmaking guns will ensure that" said Billy Bacon from Peek'n Peak's terrain park crew. "We'll have our day and night shift using the Zaugg to maintain a world class pipe."

The Zaugg pipe groomer is unique because instead of a radial shape, the Zaugg creates an elliptical shape, which makes for a smoother landing in the half pipe. The rider will gain speed easier, resulting in more hits in the pipe. Zaugg machines require little maintenance, and building the pipe will take significantly less time. Maintaining the pipe will take only a few passes with the machine. Zaugg pipe groomers will give you the best ride.
Other news:
• $2 million state-of-the-art snowmaking system
• 2 new terrain parks
• New Burton women's Learn To Ride center

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Area Restaurant Has Something For Everyone

A Gem In Town

Owner Timothy Mills invites everyone into his cafe. Photo by Rose Mary Carver

9/17/2006 - Area Restaurant Has Something For Everyone

By ROSE MARY CARVER

A little treasure can be found at 106 E. Third St. in downtown Jamestown. Anyone looking for good food and a relaxing atmosphere can find it at Timothy’s.

Timothy Mills purchased the former Kaldi’s in October 2005. While keeping customer favorites on the menu, Mills has made the restaurant his own. A talented chef and baker, ills creates his own delicacies from fresh ingredients obtained from local suppliers when available. Even when you’re in a hurry, you can get homemade food that will feed the stomach and nourish the soul.

Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Timothy’s serves both breakfast and lunch/early supper. Whether something light is what you want, or if you are looking for heartier fare, you can find it here. You can even get it to go, if you’re in a hurry. But stop and stay a while, and you’ll see a lot to interest you.

With handicap accessibility, Timothy’s has a mix of clientele. Arriving at 6 a.m. to begin creating his daily masterpieces, Mills will serve an early bird or two if the occasion arises. Many professionals in the downtown area stop for breakfast or lunch. Friends of all ages gather to have a meal and chat. Adults with kids and grandkids stop for a nosh. Whenever you come, Mills and his staff make you feel welcome and comfortable. Being a wireless hot spot, many come to do some work or studying, while enjoying a meal or cup of coffee. There is an upstairs dining area for more seclusion when working on something important.

When it comes to coffee, you can probably find it here. Three huge slates on the wall list menu items, and one is entirely devoted to all the different coffee, tea, espresso, cappuccino and other drinks, both hot and cold available. If you leave thirsty, it’s your own fault.

The food Mills creates is exquisite. Whether sandwiches or salads, his training at the Culinary Institute, as well as all the travels across the country, are shown in the varied influences he has brought to his food. Every day has a special for both breakfast and lunch, as well as a soup of the day. By creating his meals freshly every day, he can showcase his talents and please the palate.

One group of ladies lunched at Timothy’s on a recent Saturday. Following their meals and conversation, all decided on a truffle for dessert. After enjoying them, another patron informed them that Timothy makes them himself.

One lady remarked, ‘‘Will you marry me?’’

Another customer in that afternoon was Jeanne Martines, who lives within walking distance of the restaurant. She and her husband owned Marti’s Steak House on Second Street.

When asked why she comes, she said ‘‘I just like the food. I like their lattes and stuff.’’

She said she gets both salads and sandwiches.

The menu is quite expanded from the previous owners, which is good, Mrs. Martines stated.

How well the owner and staff treat the customer is very important, she said. That is another thing she likes about Timothy’s.

‘‘I like to come and sit and when there’s a lot of people in here, I watch the people,’’ she said. ‘‘You see everybody from the mayor to just walk-ins from the street. I like to come rather early in the morning and sit outside.’’

The tables outside are inviting and its colorful inside. Having worked in the restaurant business, Mrs. Martines knows what it takes to run a good establishment.

Asked if she would recommend Timothy’s, she replied, ‘‘Oh, highly.’’

She went on, ‘‘It’s easy to fake reasonably good food. ... But this place, food tastes good. It has a good taste to it. And the baked goods, whatever, I assume that somebody’s doing the baking.’’

Mills comes by his talents naturally. As a young boy in Westfield, he learned his basics in his father’s business, Westfield Home Bakery.

At 12, Mills was helping care for his grandfather. He had to do the inside chores, cooking and cleaning.

‘‘I was more interested in the cookin’ than the cleanin,’’ he said.

At 17 he got his first restaurant job. At 18 he worked in Bloomington, Ind., where he got his first classical training. He’s been working at it all his life. Graduating in 1988 from the Culinary Institute in New York City, he studied all aspects of food preparation.

‘‘I like using my creativity to specials and baking. That’s why I like this place, is cause I can do a little bit of everything, very eclectic.’’

When he purchased the cafe, he was the chef at the President’s Cottage at Chautauqua Institution. He has also been a sous chef at the Athenaeum.

Asked what he would consider the specialities at Timothy’s, Mills replied, ‘‘The Specials. And the chocolates. The desserts.’’

They didn’t have the desserts before. Timothy’s always has at least two or three homemade desserts, plus his own hand-made truffles. There’s a different special every day, always fresh. Sometimes Asian, sometimes Southwestern, sometimes Mediterranean, a lot of American Regional specialities.

‘‘Well, that’s because it’s what I’ve always done,’’ he said. ‘‘That’s what cooking is.’’

Anybody who comes in to eat a meal, a salad, or a sandwich, is going to get something Timothy’s makes, not that’s taken out of a box.

Product availability and time determine what the specials of the day will be. Mills is at Timothy’s until 7 or 8 p.m. on weeknights and will post the specials for the following day on his Web site, http://www.timothyscafe.com/ after that.

Although he has a set menu and specials, Mills is always experimenting and adding to his repertoire. It is the fortunate customer, indeed, who gets to sample one of these new treats. They are pleasing to the eye and nose, as well as the palate.

Mills can be contacted for catering as well. The phone number for Timothy’s is 484-8904. The email address is timothys@stny.rr.com. Customers wishing either to go order or dine in meals may call ahead.

When asked why he left the relative safety of his position to purchase the restaurant, Mills was quite candid.

‘‘I could have ... made a fair living, but I was just tired of someone else creating the menu that I had to do the work to prepare,’’ he said. ‘‘It’s easy to write a menu, it’s an entirely different thing to prepare that.’’

Mills’ creative nature can be showcased through his own preparations. Being able to do new things in new ways is what keeps it interesting for him. After nearly a year, he still likes the choice.

‘‘Still looking forward to the changes that I’m going to make,’’ he said, ‘‘so I’m not in a rut yet.’’

Mills credits his staff for their work as well. He stated that the help of his house manager, Tony Marino, has been ‘‘incalculable.’’ He makes sure everything out front gets done and the customers are served, ‘‘and he does it with a great aplomb. A guy like that’s indispensable.’’

Works from local artists adorn the walls of the cafe. There are regulars as in most establishments.

One man who comes in every day wrote on the board the other day, ‘‘the best place to be to feel like a million bucks,’’ Timothy said.

He added, ‘‘So I know I’m not screwing everything up.’’

The clientele has stuck by him, even though he made changes. They realized he didn’t change everything, he added to it. The ambience is warmer and the outdoor seating is cheerful, beckoning you to come in.

Mills likes to support the community. He recently participated in a day of fund-raising for the local music scene. In October, he is planning to hold an apple pie bake-off. Mills and a couple of others will be judging the entries on filling and pastry, as well as a public’s choice tasting. All the entry fees will be used for prize money. More details will be available at a later date.

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A Lake Is Only As Good As Its Watershed

A Lake Is Only As Good As Its Watershed

By PATRICK L. FANELLI

Important Meeting Dates Upcoming Chautauqua Lake Action Plan 2007 meetings — today at the BOCES in Fredonia; Thursday, Sept. 21 at the Robert H. Jackson Center in Jamestown; and Thursday, Sept. 28 at Southwestern Central School. Each forum will take place at 7 p.m.

9/14/2006 - Before county legislators vote on a $567,000 funding plan for Chautauqua Lake, the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy hopes they will recognize the group’s most fundamental lesson — a lake is only as good as its watershed.

If passed, the 2007 Action Plan to fix the lake’s problems will include thousands of dollars for watershed projects, and conservancy officials are urging legislators to approve the proposal so they can better approach the lake’s problems at the source.

‘‘You have to realize the lake is fed by 11 streams, and each of those streams has a watershed. What happens in the watersheds determines what happens in the streams,’’ said Art Webster, conservancy board president. ‘‘Whatever we can do to improve the situation in the watershed will ultimately benefit the lake.’’

Like all lake groups, the conservancy — a non-profit group that seeks to preserve the lake’s watershed — is part of the Chautauqua Lake Management Commission, which presented the spending proposal to county legislators recently.

If passed, the 14-point plan will direct money to several watershed initiatives, such as evaluating sites for conservation; controlling storm water runoff and erosion; restoring eroded streambeds; and preventing sedimentation and nutrients from entering the lake.

‘‘The action plan has been developed by the cooperation of all the interested groups,’’ Webster said. ‘‘In the past, there has been competition between the different groups and they distrusted each other, but now, under the CLMC, they’re sitting down together. It’s a concerted effort to address the problems in the lake and the watershed for the first time that I can remember, and I learned to walk in Maple Springs.’’

Webster said the rest of the conservancy board is in favor of the spending plan and passed a resolution urging county legislators to adopt it.

According to John Jablonski, conservancy director, it’s much easier to solve the lake’s problems at their source. For instance, it may cost thousands of dollars and require a state permit to periodically remove sediment and debris that creates islands and deltas offshore, but there is a much easier fix.

‘‘There are demonstration projects in there that entail setting up sediment traps,’’ Jablonski said. ‘‘Basically, we’re looking at concrete boxes on some smaller drainage ways so water will flow into them and flow out, and the heavier sediment will fall to the bottom. It’s much more cost effective.’’

The county legislature is expected to vote on the 2007 Action Plan at its Sept. 27 meeting, and CLMC officials are hoping to win support from the public before the final decision is made.

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Mayville to Host Guitar Show

Mayville to Host Guitar Show

Mayville, NY-The second annual Mayville Guitar Show and Stringed Instrument Expo will feature an array of instruments builders and dealers, as well as world-renowned performers and workshop leaders. It will be held October 7-8 in the brand-new Celebration Hall event facility at the end of Chautauqua Lake in Mayville, NY.

Headlining the event for the second year in a row will be acclaimed guitarist Will McFarlane. As a member of the famous Muscle Shoals recording studio stable, he has recorded with hundreds of artists including Aretha Franklin, the Pointer Sisters, Bobby “Blue” Bland, and Jackson Browne. He was also a long-time guitarist for multiple Grammy-winning artist Bonnie Raitt. McFarlane will be performing a special concert, conducting guitar workshops, and leading a worship service during the event.

Luthiers participating in the festival include Jim Holler from Trinity Guitars in Jamestown, Scott Freilich from Buffalo’s Top Shelf Music. There will also be numerous violin, guitar and mandolin builders from throughout western NY. Dealers and representatives of some of the world’s finest instruments will be in attendance, as well

The Mayville show will host many other workshops, demos, clinics, and discussions on subjects such as instrument construction; beginning to advanced guitar; Swing fiddle; mandolin, flatpicking and fingerstyle guitar. Besides McFarlane, workshop leaders include Buffalo guitar great Doug Yeomans, David Coester, Jim Holler, and Stanley Barton.

The event will be held at Mayville’s new Celebration Hall, which will serve as the vendor and main concert area. Workshops will take in the adjacent rooms to the hall, located in the old Mayville School building. Food and beverages will be available throughout the event.

Just down the road, the Red Brick Farm and Marketplace will be presenting a “Guitar Widow’s Getaway” on the Saturday and Sunday of the festival. That event will present an alternative for those who may wish to let their instrument enthusiast spouses or friends enjoy the show by themselves. The getaway will feature lunch specials, music, cooking and designing demos, wine tasting, and sales in the array of shops at the Red Brick Farm.

Admission for the weekend is $15, which will include the Saturday evening Will McFarlane concert. The fee for each workshop is $20(preregistered) and $25(gate). There will be single day admission rates available.

For more info, call Mayville Events at 716.753.2800 or visit www.mayvilleevents.com

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Mayville Events

	Mayville Events is your resource for arts, entertainment and dining, in and around the north end of Chautauqua Lake. Working together, our civic groups, community planners, restauranteurs, artists, and area businesses strive to create exciting, year round activities and events in the Chautauqua Lake region. Mayville Guitar Show and Stringed Instrument Festival - October 7-8, 2006 This October festival brings together the best western New York luthiers and dealers of fine instruments, weekend-long workshops and concerts. Mayville Gospel Blues Festival - November 11-12, 2006 Mayville plays host to the best in the Gospel and Blues genre. A rockin' and holy-rollin' great time for those who like good music played with passion. A Mayville Christmas - December 16, 2006 A good old-fashioned Christmas celebration with carolers, good food, shopping, live music and lots of Christmas spirit! The Mayville ICE and Cool Jazz Festival - Presidents Weekend, 2007 Not just an ice castle anymore! Experience great wintertime activities and a premier Jazz Festival throughout our annual winter fest. Jazz Preview: Folk and Blues Legend Eric Bibb on Feb. 13th. Folk on the Hill - March, 2007 Introduced at the Red Brick Farm in 2005 with Cowboy Zen songwriter Chuck Pyle and moved to Mayville's celebration Hall in 2007 - this event brings the best of folk music to the area once again. Mayville Dock Festival - June 2007 Discover how easy it is to get to Mayville and how wonderful it is when you do, as we host a "getting to know you" party at the very north end of the lake. The Mayville Docks Festival features live entertainment; boat demos; kids' activities; museum tours and the 2nd Annual taste of Mayville, a delectable sampling of the best of our restaurant row cuisine. We taste better every year. Mayville Bluegrass Festival - June 16-17, 2007 What started out a small hometown bluegrass get-together, gets bigger and better every year! For more information, visit the official web site for this event at http://www.mayvillebluegrassfestival.com/
	Mayville Guitar and Stringed Instrument Festival Mayville, NY- The second annual Mayville Guitar Show and Stringed Instrument Expo will feature an array of instruments builders and dealers, as well as world-renowned performers and workshop leaders. It will be held October 7-8 in the brand-new Celebration Hall event facility at the end of Chautauqua Lake in Mayville, NY. Headlining the event for the second year in a row will be acclaimed guitarist Will McFarlane. As a member of the famous Muscle Shoals recording studio stable, he has recorded with hundreds of artists including Aretha Franklin, the Pointer Sisters, Bobby “Blue” Bland, and Jackson Browne. He was also a long-time guitarist for multiple Grammy-winning artist Bonnie Raitt. McFarlane will be performing a special concert, conducting guitar workshops, and leading a worship service during the event Luthiers participating in the festival include Jim Holler from Trinity Guitars in Jamestown, Scott Freilich from Buffalo’s Top Shelf Music. There will also be numerous violin, guitar and mandolin builders from throughout western NY. Dealers and representatives of some of the world’s finest instruments will be in attendance, as well. The Mayville show will host many other workshops, demos, clinics, and discussions on subjects such as instrument construction; beginning to advanced guitar; Swing fiddle; mandolin, flatpicking and fingerstyle guitar. Besides McFarlane, workshop leaders include Buffalo guitar great Doug Yeomans, David Coester, Jim Holler, and Stanley Barton. The event will be held at Mayville’s new Celebration Hall, which will serve as the vendor and main concert area. Workshops will take in the adjacent rooms to the hall, located in the old Mayville School building. Food and beverages will be available throughout the event. Just down the road, the Red Brick Farm and Marketplace will be presenting a “Guitar Widow’s Getaway” on the Saturday and Sunday of the festival. That event will present an alternative for those who may wish to let their instrument enthusiast spouses or friends enjoy the show by themselves. The getaway will feature lunch specials, music, cooking and designing demos, wine tasting, and sales in the array of shops at the Red Brick Farm. Admission for the weekend is $15, which will include the Saturday evening Will McFarlane concert. The fee for each workshop is $20(preregistered) and $25(gate). There will be single day admission rates available. For more info, call Mayville Events at 716.753.2800 or visit www.mayvilleevents.com

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