Kate Bartlett     On Saturday, January 8th, Villaggio held a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser for the Ellicottville Little Eagles youth football and cheerleading program. The event was a huge success, surpassing their goal of $1,000, raising a total of $1,650. This money will go directly to these youth programs, and cover...

Carol Fisher-Linn      MLK – a simple man – a legend. Or was he?    Greatness of persons can be subjective. This past week, America had the sad duty of burying James Earl Carter, “Jimmy,” our 39th President of the United States. He was a great man … in...

By Kate Bartlett     Porcelain Train has been playing the Ellicottville area stages for many years with their unique Americana rock sound. This husband-and-wife duo have been creating music together for over 30 years, and as the band Porcelain Train for about 15 years. They’ll be taking the stage for...

By Kate Bartlett     Winterval returns to Riverworks in Buffalo for its 5th year to benefit Aspire of Western New York on Thursday, January 23 from 5:30-8:30pm. This annual event is a family-friendly all-inclusive celebration of Winter including ice skating, curling, hot chocolate and more. Tickets include activities, dinner and...

Carol Fisher-Linn    Emily Theresa brings generations of family dreams to reality in West Valley, NY and you are invited to be a part of the magic.      Here’s your chance for a living history lesson … wander around the acres of Lucky Day Homestead on Roszyk Hill in West...

By Barbara Arnstein     The exhibit now at the beautiful Olmsted Gallery in Springville, the Member Show, features the artwork of members of the Springville Center for the Arts. The members whose art is in the show are: Bob Adler, Barbara Arnstein, Veronica Benes, Judson Brown, Dan Bryce, Dana Crandall,...

By Jeff Martin,        The Ellicottville Historical Museum, located at 2 Washington Street in Ellicottville, New York, continues to serve as a cornerstone for preserving and sharing the rich history of the region. Operated by the Ellicottville Historical Society, the museum is open from June through September on Saturdays...

   Smilo & the Ghost are bringing their unique blend of Bluegrass, indie, rock, and a touch of twang to Art’s Cafe on Saturday, January 25th for a concert. With songs written by Tyler Smilo, their music is a heartfelt expression of the belief that art inspires change and fosters...

The I AM a Snowmaker contest”—sponsored by HKD Snowmakers—highlights the hard work, determination and camaraderie of snowmakers, and recognizes their critical contributions to the alpine, Nordic, snowboard, and winter tubing industry. I AM a Snowmaker was launched in 2013, and has highlighted the expertise and character of a wide variety...

Art After 5 at RTPI Kick Off 2025 Season, Friday Jan. 24       Roger Tory Peterson Institute kicks off 2025 by welcoming back local favorites The Assembly! This talented group effortlessly navigates a diverse blend of blues, funk, pop, bossa, and swing tunes spanning years of musical history. Their...

By Jeff Martin              Holiday Valley has opened the winter season with strong skiing conditions and a lineup of events and promotions for visitors. This year’s natural snowfall has been heavier than last season, and the slopes are in great shape, with the snowmaking and grooming...

By Kate Bartlett    This January 17-19 marks the 24th annual Ellicottville Winter Blues Weekend, a celebration of local musicians and the winter season. Over 20 performances will take place over three days next weekend, all within walking distance in Ellicottville’s charming village.    The Winter Blues Weekend was started...

By Carol Fisher-Linn     For as far back as I can recall, on or about New Years’ Day, I clean out a desk. Why? You might ask. If you go online you can find a national calendar for every day of the year being celebrated as national something or the...

By Kate Bartlett     Explore Buffalo has been offering tours of Buffalo and its surrounding suburbs for over 11 years. Their Sacred Spaces Tours have become a popular winter activity, providing opportunities to learn about these incredible buildings and their significance to Buffalo while staying warm on an indoor tour....

By Darlene Brace    Although the holiday season has passed, winter is still in full swing here in Western New York. This time of year can be quite cold and snowy, with plenty of winter festivities to enjoy. Rachael and Bryce Steffan, part owners of the Bemus Point Golf Club...