Events

New Exhibit at Cattaraugus County Museum

Dates: Thu, 12/08/2011 - 1:12pm - Mon, 04/30/2012 - 1:12pm,

A new exhibit titled "Buttons and Bows" is being shown at the Cattaraugus County Museum in Machias. The exhibit showcases ladies' fashion and accessories from the mid-ninteenth century through the 1960's. Of particular interest are the extensive collection of ladies' hand fans and hats. The exhibit will run through April 2012.

Local Artist, Sean Huntington Exhibition

Dates: Thu, 01/12/2012 - 12:00pm - Wed, 02/22/2012 - 8:00pm,

The Tamarack Club at Holiday Valley Mountain Resort is hosting an exhibition of new work by established regional artist Sean Huntington.

Seneca Arts Virtual Incubator (SAVI) Exhibition at the Arts Council

Dates: Fri, 01/20/2012 - 6:00pm - Mon, 02/20/2012 - 8:00pm,

The Cattaraugus County Arts Council (CCAC) announces an exhibition of work from artists participating in the Seneca Arts Virtual Incubator (SAVI) program. The public is invited to an opening reception on Friday, January 20 from 6-8pm at CCAC’s gallery space at 100 W. Main St., Allegany.

New Exhibition at St. Bonaventure University’s Quick Center

Dates: Wed, 01/25/2012 - 10:00am - Sat, 02/25/2012 - 5:00pm,

A photography exhibition by Japanese artist Etsuko Yuasa opens Wednesday, Jan. 25, at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University.

The exhibition, titled “Visual Poetry,” will be accompanied by poems written by Etsuko, which will be exhibited in both Japanese and English. The opening will include a 4 p.m. lecture by the artist in the Quick Center’s Rigas Theater. The lecture is FREE and open to the public.

Etsuko’s early years were filled with art, especially drawing and painting. As a teen, she developed interests in film, oil painting and design, but it was through still photography that she thought she could best express herself. When visiting Los Angeles in 1983. she was captivated by the American lifestyle and way of thinking.

Etsuko spent eight years in the commercial photo industry, but became interested in the stylist aspects of photography. In time, she changed her focus from photography to being an

Olean Theatre Workshop presents "A Murder is Announced"

Dates: Thu, 02/09/2012 - 7:30pm - Sun, 02/12/2012 - 2:30pm,

Adapted from Agatha Christie's novel. The announcement in the local paper states the time and place of a murder to occur in Miss Blacklock's Victorian home.

All shows are Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:30 PM at the Washington Street Theatre.

Individual shows can be purchased at $7 per ticket

Antiques & Auction Hunters Roadshow Appraisals & Purchasing Event

Dates: Fri, 02/10/2012 - 9:00am - 7:00pm,

Antique authority experts offering FREE appraisals and cash purchases for all antiques.

St. Bonaventure to host world release of award-winning documentary ‘Happy’

Dates: Fri, 02/10/2012 - 8:00pm - 10:00pm,

St. Bonaventure University will join communities across the globe this week as it presents the world release of the award-winning documentary “Happy.”

Admission is free and a reception will be held in the lobby after the 50-minute film from Academy Award-nominated director Roko Belic (“Genghis Blues”).

Boarding for Breast Cancer at Holiday Valley 2012

Dates: Sat, 02/11/2012 (All day),

A fun day in the parks to raise awareness of breast cancer. Special park clinic for women, pink ticket fundraiser, demos, rail jam and more.

2012 Moonlight Snowshoe Tour at Griffis Sculpture Park

Dates: Sat, 02/11/2012 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm,

Showshoeing under the moonlight, eating great food and jamming out to some fine live music.

Seneca Allegany Events Center presents Rita Coolidge

Dates: Sat, 02/11/2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm,

Seneca Allegany Events Center welcomes two-time GRAMMY® award-winning singer Rita Coolidge. Known for 1970s chart-topping rock, pop and R&B covers such as “(Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher & Higher,” “We’re All Alone” and “One Fine Day,” Coolidge has since taken a liking to jazz with her recent release, "And So Is Love".

2011/2012 Mat Single T Comedy Showcase at Bartlett Country Club

Dates: Sat, 02/11/2012 - 7:30pm - 9:00pm,

Tonight Mat Single T presents comedian Kristen Becker.

Kristen was a semifinalist on Last Comic Standing and named one of Curve magazine's "America's Funniest Lesbians". She has opened for Doug Stanhope, Ani DiFranco and Josh Blue.

2012 Olean Community Theatre presents Guys and Dolls

Dates: Fri, 02/17/2012 - 7:30pm - Sun, 02/19/2012 - 2:00pm,

Set in mythical NY City, this romantic comedy soars with the spirit of Broadway as we meet a cast of characters who have become legends: Sarah Brown, the uptight “mission doll,” out to reform the evildoers of Time Square; Sky Masterson, the high-rolling gambler who woos her on a bet and ends up falling in love; Adelaide, the chronically ill nightclub performer whose condition is brought on by t

Franklinville's 2012 Ice Fishing Derby

Dates: Sat, 02/18/2012 - 12:00am - Sun, 02/19/2012 - 12:00am,

Hot food will be available as well as coffee and hot chocolate.

Meet on the ice when the registration tent opens at 6am Saturday Feb. 18 on Case Lake. All fishing regulations must be followed. Please bring your license!

Seneca Allegany Events Center presents the 2012 Sportsman's Show

Dates: Sat, 02/18/2012 - 9:00am - Sun, 02/19/2012 - 4:00pm,

Something for Everyone from the Sportsman to the Collector

Buy, sell, trade or browse. Approximately 150 dealers and experts exhibit the latest in archery, sporting and fishing equipment throughout this 2 day event. Find rifles, shotguns and handguns among hundreds of both modern and antique firearms on display in a 20,000 square foot exposition space.

Cattaraugus County Arts Council presents FLORAL EMBROIDERY

Dates: Sat, 02/18/2012 - 10:00am - 12:00pm,

Students will use a variety of stitches to create a simple floral motif that includes the following stitches: stem stitch, French knot, lazy daisy, back stitch, and straight stitch.

Cattaraugus County Arts Council presents FEBRUARY ART CLASSES FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

Dates: Mon, 02/20/2012 - 9:00am - Fri, 02/24/2012 - 11:00am,

Trying to think of something fun for your kids to do during February break? The Cattaraugus County Arts Council, located right on Allegany's Main Street, has a full week of fun and educational classes for students of any age.

Holiday Valley's Penguin Paddle 2012

Dates: Sat, 02/25/2012 - 8:30am - 3:00pm,

The Penguin Paddle is a fundraiser where participants slide down the slope on their belly "penguin style".

You don't have to be a skier to have fun here!

So have fun, join in and pretend to be a penguin for the afternoon!

Complete schedule of activities forthcoming. Please check back.

Challenger Learning Center Offers Visitors a Rendezvous with Comet Halley

Dates: Sat, 02/25/2012 - 10:00am - 12:00pm,

The Challenger Learning Center is offering a simulated rendezvous with Comet Halley. This two hour mission transports participants to the year 2061when Comet Halley will visit our part of the solar system as its route takes it close to the sun and earth. Participants will take a closer look, constructing a probe, plotting an interception and overcoming the challenges of space travel

2012 Bridal Show at Seneca Allegany Casino

Dates: Sun, 02/26/2012 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm,

The 2012 Bridal Show at Seneca Allegany Casino will showcase some of the area's finest wedding vendors. Stay on top of the trends and styles that will help make your upcoming nuptials simply unforgettable.

Friends of Good Music present Romantic Duet Recital: VICTORIA CANNIZZO and ALOK KUMAR

Dates: Sun, 02/26/2012 - 3:00pm - 5:00pm,

Annually since 1960, the Liederkranz Voice Competition in New York City has counted some of the nation's most important young singers among its prize winners, many of whom have advanced to major careers.

Ski Day for United Way at HoliMont 2012

Dates: Thu, 03/01/2012 - 9:00am - 4:00pm,

Spend the day at HoliMont with the United Way and $50 registration will get you: Lift Ticket, Event T-Shirt, Raffles, Prizes, Poker Run, Breakfast and Lunch and Apres Ski Festivities.

Registration and continental breakfast begins at 9:00 - lifts open at 9:30 - lunch at noon

Holiday Valley's Winter Carnival & Mardi Gras 2012

Dates: Fri, 03/09/2012 - 9:00am - Sun, 03/11/2012 - 9:00pm,

Parade, music, contests, food and lots of crazy, fun-loving folks! Saturday's Events include the Snow Ponies Race, the Cardboard Box race on School Haus and the Mardi Gras parade in the village of Ellicottville. Sunday's events include the costume parade down Mardi Gras and the infamous Dummy Downhill at the Yodler Lodge.

Cattaraugus County Arts Council presents GLASS MOSAIC

Dates: Sat, 03/10/2012 - 10:00am - Sat, 04/14/2012 - 1:00pm,

Participants will create their own 6 x 6 mosaic to take home that day! Sign up for one day or a series of days for this truly unique mosaic class.

Seneca Allegany Events Center presents Grand Funk Railroad

Dates: Sat, 03/10/2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm,

Grand Funk Railroad is scheduled to perform at Seneca Allegany Events Center on March 10 for a 7 p.m. show. The high-energy band was one of the top rock acts of the 1970s, and hits like “Locomotion”, “We’re An American Band” and “Some Kind of Wonderful” still play on the airwaves today.

2012 Savor The Flavor

Dates: Sun, 03/11/2012 - 12:00pm - 3:00pm,

Join the American Red Cross of Southwestern New York on March 11th for Savor The Flavor.

Enjoy tasty samples from area caterers, restaurants, wineries and breweries while helping to raise funds for American Red Cross services in Cattaraugus County.

2012 Horse Owner Essentials Adult/Community Education at Gowanda Central School

Dates: Tue, 03/13/2012 - 7:00pm - Tue, 04/03/2012 - 9:00pm,

Horses are one of the most magnificent creatures on Earth-----do you feel this way? Do you always wish you knew more about horses and their care? This 4 week, 4 night educational

Cattaraugus County Arts Council presents INTRODUCTION TO PASTEL DRAWING

Dates: Thu, 03/15/2012 - 10:00am - Thu, 03/22/2012 - 12:00pm,

In this two-day class, participants will learn the techniques, tips and tricks to working with soft chalk pastels.

Annual Maple Weekend 2012

Dates: Sat, 03/17/2012 - 10:00am - Sun, 03/18/2012 - 4:00pm,

The New York State Maple Producers Association is proud to announce that they will be hosting the 17th Annual New York Maple Weekend two weekends in 2012. Saturday and Sunday March 17/18 and March 24/25, participating maple producers will open up their production facilities to the public. Maple weekends take place regardless of the weather, so please dress accordingly for your visit

American Stage by the Southern Tier Symphony

Dates: Sat, 03/17/2012 - 7:30pm,

The Southern Tier Symphony will be performing their "American Stage", composed of eight works of music.

Holiday Valley's Northwind Super G, 2012

Dates: Sun, 03/18/2012 (All day),

A super G race for all ages! Let 'em rip and check your speed in the radar trap! Registration at the Training Center. Helmet and parent signature required.