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Out: Gone Fishing! Anglers Love Cattaraugus County’s Scenic Waterways
April 25 Arbor Day Celebration Tree City USA Nannen Arboretum
By Eva Potter
If you’re an avid angler, it won’t be long before you hear stories about “the big one that go away.” And there are plenty of big ones ready to be caught in Cattaraugus County waterways. In fact, Cattaraugus Creek has been named in the top 10 for steelhead fishing sites by fishing magazines. Since trout and salmon season began April 1, the weather has been up and down, but that hasn’t stopped anglers from turning out in record numbers. Stocked to the Gills Western New York, DEC Region 9, provides some of the nation’s best fishing for trout, steelhead, bass, pan fish, bluegills and other freshwater fish. Within a short drive from Ellicottville, you’ll find lakes, ponds and many stocked and wild trout streams, all of which are open to the public. Each spring, the creeks, lakes and ponds in Region 9 — more than 62 of them — are supplied with yearling and older brown trout. This year, you’ll find 12–15” trout at Case Lake, Elton Creek, Hardwood Lake, Ischua Creek, Little Conewango Creek, Quaker Lake and Quaker Run. Brown trout measuring 8–9 “ will be stocked in the largest numbers in Case Lake, Cattaraugus Creek South Branch, Elton Creek, Five Mile Creek, Forks Creek, Great Valley Creek, Harwood Lake, Ischua Creek, Lake Flavia, Little Conewango Creek, New Albion Lake, Quaker Lake and Red House Brook. For the complete list of the DEC’s Region 9 trout stocking locations, go to www.dec.
April 26-27 Franklinville’s 2014 WNY Maple Festival May 2 Sky High Scheduled to Open Holiday Valley May 3 Downtown Springville Art Crawl May 17-18 Routes to Art Tamarack Lodge May 30 - June 1 Geobash Allegany State Park June 6-8 Cycling Weekend Holiday Valley June 6-8 Springville Dairy Fest June 7 Relay for Life Ellicottville Central School June 8 Dirty Duathlon Holiday Valley
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Village Board Approves 33 Years as a Designated 16Debates Martha Street Zoning How to Pay for East Tank Project Tree City USA
16 Martha Street property (the former American Locker site) to proceed with their development plans. The new law officially changes the property’s zoning from industrial to Village Commercial 3. The developers are constructing a seasonal apartment complex on the site. The board also approved its part of a joint agreement between the village and the Towns of Ellicottville, Mansfield and Great Valley to share in the cost and benefits of constructing and installing a new water tank in the Town of Ellicottville — known as the East Tank project. Under the joint agreement, the village will be responsible for 25 percent of the cost. Mansfield and Great Valley will each be responsible for By Jann Wiswall less than 2.5 percent, since only the WestMont The Ellicottville Village Board approved an Ridge (in Mansfield) and Snow Pine (in Great amendment to a local zoning law at its meeting Valley) communities are affected. The Town of on Monday, April 14, allowing the owners of the See Martha St. Zoning page 9
Submitted by Jodi Bentley
2014 is the 33rd year that the village of Ellicottville has received the national honor of being named a Tree City USA. This award comes from the National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA
The Edelweiss Lodge on the corner of Jefferson and Martha streets has been sold. The property was purchased by Rudra Hotel/ Property Management of Cheektowaga, which owns 25 hotels in the western New York and
northern Pennsylvania area. “The building’s interior will be renovated completely and the exterior freshened up,” said Jayesh Patel, president and CEO of the company. “Plans for the renovations will be formulated over the next couple of months. It will be open all year.” The deal was closed April 11. Former night clerk, Lyn Timon, said, “They have already started to make improvements.” “Shuffleboard, bridge and a nap in the afternoon,” said previous owner, Bill Osbaldeston, when asked his plans now that the Edelweiss Lodge has been sold. “But, honestly,” he said, “I have nothing planned at the moment.” Bill is presently taking a well-earned vacation in Spain but intends to return to Ellicottville where he will continue to reside. See New Beginning for Edelweiss page 5
is the Sugar Maple, (Acer saccharum), and this spring Ellicottville will be planting 15 new recruits to complement an existing variety of deciduous trees. Our living matriarchs are an effective way of making Ellicottville a very special See Tree City USA page 9
Great Valley Town Board Votes Down Scenic Byway May Not Pass on County Level By Mary Fox
The Great Valley Town Board met on Monday, May 14, 2014. The regular meeting started after the 7 p.m. public hearing regarding the Scenic Byway passing through the Town of Great Valley. The issue in question is the fact that no signage can be placed along the highway except in front of an existing business. “Unfortunately we started 20 years too late, but we now have our own laws in place pertaining to signage,” said Great Valley Town Supervisor
New Beginning for Ellicottville Landmark Edelweiss Lodge Sold By Mary Fox
Forest Service. To become a Tree City, Ellicottville has to meet four standards. We must have: 1. A village tree ordinance; 2. An Arbor Day observance; 3. A tree governing board; and 4. Maintain existing trees and planting of new trees. The NY State official tree
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I-86 Construction Update
7-Mile Road Closure to Begin Mid-May By Jann Wiswall
Interstate 86 between Exit 21 at Parkway Drive in Salamanca and Exit 23 at Seneca Junction/ Limestone will be closed to all traffic in both directions beginning in mid-May and
continuing through midOctober. In addition, one lane in both directions between Exit 20 (Seneca Allegany Casino) and Exit 21 currently are closed and likely will be for at least
several more months. According to the NY DOT’s regional construction engineer Dan Paskie, the entire roadway in both directions between exits 21 and 23 (there is no See I-86 Closure page 8
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truck and get to know the dedicated individuals who already serve the community as volunteers. While the event will be fun and entertaining, its goal is more serious: Ellicottville needs more volunteers to keep the community safe. “Many years ago, the EFD had 70 volunteers and a waiting list,� said volunteer fire chief Kevin Morton. “Now we’re down to 40-50.� There are many demographic and economic reasons for the drop in membership — an aging population and an exodus of younger people, to name a few. But the need has increased as the fourseason vacation community in the area grows. “During the winter,� Morton said, “we average 7-10 fire calls and 30-40 ambulance calls each week. We’re often going from one call to the next without a break in between.� Because Great Valley and Ellicottville have a joint ambulance agreement, “we’re able to keep up,� but, he said, more people are needed to ensure there is enough backup. Over the past year, the department has recruited five new volunteers. Two of them, Rick and Glenda Jackson — owners of the Ilex Inn B&B — joined during last year’s open house after learning of the volunteer shortage. The Jacksons, who both worked for the Palm Beach County, Fla., police department and worked
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hand-in-hand with the fire department there before moving to Ellicottville, have a good preparatory background for fire department work, but that kind of experience is not required. “The most important qualification is the ability to make the commitment,� says Rick. Volunteers do all sorts of work — from directing traffic, driving trucks and handling hoses to extracting people from damaged vehicles, fighting exterior fires and, eventually, interior fires. No one does anything without the necessary training, of course, and new volunteers are given plenty of time to complete training requirements at fire school. Glenda notes that the EFD’s training and support is “wonderful. Being a part of it is like being in a big family.� If you have the time and can make the commitment to give back to the community by volunteering as a firefighter or EMT, stop in at the fire hall next Saturday and pick up an application. You’ll be able to ask all the questions you like from people who do the work every day. And, if you can’t volunteer right now, the EFD is always in need of donations to support its work. For more information, visit the EFD’s Facebook page, or call (716) 699-2717.
CTE Grad Takes Silver at WorldSkills Americas
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Bogotå, Columbia – Jacob Wozniak of Springville, N.Y., beat out competitors from 20 countries to bring home a silver medal in cabinetmaking at the WorldSkills Americas competition April 1-6, 2014, in Bogotå. Mr. Wozniak was one of two World Team members that SkillsUSA sent to South America, along with their technical experts, to represent the United States. WorldSkills International promotes vocational education by providing a means of exchange and comparison of world-class competency standards in the industrial trades and service sectors. A graduate of Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES, Mr. Wozniak further developed his skills while a student in instructor Terry Fuller’s Building Technology class at the Career and Technical Education Center at Ellicottville.
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Present $6,000 Check to Almost Home Animal Sanctuary On March 7, 2014, the ladies of the Ellicottville Ski Club at Holiday Valley held their 9th annual “Ladies’ Day.” Over 60 women participated in the “Skiing for Animals” fundraising event for Almost Home Animal Sanctuary located in Little Valley. As a result of the day of skiing, and the dinner complete with raffles and live auction that followed, the women raised $6,000. In addition to the monies raised, the ladies also collected numerous needed items such as pet food, beds, collars and leashes, which were presented to Doctor Timothy and Laurie O’Leary of Almost Home. The event that began nine years ago as an informal ladies’ ski day, followed by a dinner prepared by the men of the club, has grown to be an annual fundraising event. To date, the women of the Ellicottville Ski Club have raised over $33,700 for various area charities. Past recipients include Alzheimer’s Association of WNY, Family Support for Ellicottville, Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program at Holiday Valley, Mercy Flight of Western New York, Susan G. Komen “Team Cure” at Roswell Park Cancer Institute and The March of Dimes of Western New York. Erin Fierle and Lisa Colby, co-chairs of the annual ESC Ladies’ Day event, along with Deb Fierle and Laura DeCinque, auction chairs, commented, “Our event is so
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Located 3 miles East of Ellicottville on Rte 242 • www.birdwalk.net Left to Right: Laurie and Dr. Tim O’Leary of Almost Home Animal Sanctuary, Lisa Colby and Erin Fierle, co-chairs of the Ellicottville Ski CLub annual Ladies’ Day charity event. successful in part thanks to the area businesses, as well as the Ellicottville Ski Club members, and their generous contributions over the past nine years. We are thrilled that this year’s event raised over $6,000 in cash and needed items for the Almost Home Animal Sanctuary and that our donation will directly make an impact on the care programs at Almost Home.” Almost Home Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit organization dedicated to the lifelong housing for animals in need. In addition, Almost Home is dedicated to providing affordable veterinary services to area individuals for whom
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veterinary medical care for their pets is financially out of reach. Almost Home Animal Sanctuary is located in Little Valley, N.Y., and is home to over 100 animals destined to be destroyed as a result of aggravated cruelty, behavioral problems, animal age issues, owner illness or financial restraints. For information on how your group or organization can participate in a fundraising event to benefit Almost Home Animal Sanctuary, contact “Doc” and Laurie O’Leary at www.almosthomeanimal sanctuaryinc.com or call (716) 938-6474.
Franklinville’s WNY Maple Festival 52nd Annual Festival, April 26–27
The annual Maple Festival has occurred every year since its inception 52 years ago by the Franklinville JayCee’s in 1962. This year’s festival will take place April 26–27 in the village of Franklinville. Experience two days of maple bliss with all-day festivities including all-you-can-eat pancakes, demonstrations and a craft show. Stop by to taste that mouthwatering, freshly made maple syrup and learn the process of making it! The festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors to
the village annually. Local maple producers, their maple syrup and maple products are highlighted each year. The Maple Festival requires hundreds of volunteers, who make it so successful. The festival continues each year as a direct result of Franklinville’s generous volunteerism spirit. Come on Saturday when the fun begins at 7:30 a.m. and extends into the evening hours with square dancing, a 2-mile walk and 10K race, the annual parade, horse plowing demonstrations, live musical
entertainment and more. On Sunday, events begin at 7:30 a.m. and run until 3 p.m. including a car show, petting zoo, craft show and sale, chicken barbeque and other events for the whole family. Either day will have lots of entertainment for all! For more information on this event, please visit http://www. franklinvilleny.org/maple-fest. php. This event will be held at Franklinville Elementary School, Rt. 16 in Franklinville, N.Y.
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Find Might Qualify for Food Pantry Distributions Limestone/Carrollton Food Pantry Gets a Lift
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Like most communities in Cattaraugus County, the Limestone-Carrollton area has many needy residents who qualify for nutrition benefits. Until recently, LimestoneCarrollton’s food pantry (LCFP) had only been open one day per month to serve its community. But when Sheree and Eugene Dixon took over the pantry in January, they enlisted the help of Cattaraugus Community Action and the United Church of Ellicottville Community Food Pantry’s coadministrator Annie Widger to expand its services. On behalf of Community Action, Widger has been sharing her extensive knowledge with the Dixons and has been able to work through a number of complicated issues over the past few months to help them reach their goal of being open on a weekly basis, offering a broader range of food products and giving clients more food choices. The biggest hurdle was getting the LCFP official nonprofit, 501(c)3 status in order to be able to take advantage of the full array of Food Bank of WNY system’s services. Temporarily, Widger arranged with the United Church of Ellicottville to act as a “sister pantry� to LCFP, enabling it to apply for much needed grant funding. Over the next year, the pantry will work toward filing for its own permit. Now that the LCFP is able to tap into that system, the pantry will be able to access pool grants to improve its processes and provide more services. The Dixons also have rearranged the pantry, which is located in the Town of Carrollton’s Highway Department building on Route 219 just south of the village of Limestone. In the past, food pantry volunteers packed identical boxes of food for clients to
pick up once a month. Now, it is following the guidelines of a “choice pantry,� allowing clients to come in, get a shopping cart and make selections based on their personal needs. “People really love having choices,� Sheree Dixon said. “We’ve reorganized everything by food group to make selection easier for clients. We’ve posted signage
services even if they don’t receive federal benefits. And, as Sheree Dixon points out, many people qualify but don’t ask for help out of pride. It’s important to know that all information about food pantry clients is completely confidential. Another challenge for the pantry is to increase local support, food drives and contributions. Unlike
and instructions and walk people through the process to ensure they get all the meats, grains and dairy products they’re entitled to each month, as well as all the fresh produce they can use.� For some clients who are not mobile enough to make the trip to the pantry — especially seniors and disabled clients — volunteers still assemble and deliver monthly food boxes. While Widger and the Dixons have made major progress, there is still a lot of work to do. One of the most important tasks is to get the word out about the pantry and how people can access its services. Currently, the pantry serves about 40 families/ individuals each month, but the Dixons know that more community members qualify but just don’t realize it. Generally speaking, if a family qualifies for federal nutrition benefits such as WIC or SNAP, it probably also qualifies for food pantry services. However, some individuals and families may qualify for food pantry
in Ellicottville, where there are dozens of businesses and charitable organizations that wholeheartedly support its pantry, LCFP has very few businesses to tap for support. Widger and the Dixons are looking at ways to reach out to neighboring communities, governments, schools and perhaps across the Pennsylvania border to seek assistance. Finally, the pantry desperately needs reliable volunteers to keep it running as smoothly as possible. The work may be stocking shelves, packing boxes, unloading trucks or helping out with a number of other tasks. The Limestone/Carrollton Food Pantry is open every Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. and every Friday from 6-8 p.m. For more information about accessing services or to volunteer, please contact Sheree or Eugene Dixon at (716) 9258748. Oh, and the Ellicottville Food Pantry also needs volunteers! Please call (716) 699-4003 if you can spare some time.
ECS Students Stock Creeks 3,000 Trout Released
Recently, a group of ECS students took advantage of an opportunity to help stock the Great Valley Creek with Brown Trout from the Randolph Hatchery. Fifteen students participated in helping to stock over 3,000 trout at several locations along Great Valley Creek and Forks Creek. After a brief overview from Mr. Stan Bishop from Trout Unlimited involving background of the need for stocking and proper procedure
to avoid cross-contaminating water, the students assisted Mr. Derrick Weishan from the NYS
DEC in stocking along the two creeks.
The Cat CafĂŠ: Espresso with Cream and Double Attitude “Cats have it all,â€? said poet and singer Rod McKuen, “admiration, and endless sleep, and company only when they want it.â€? Now they have it all in one place — the CafĂŠ Chat l’heureux in Montreal’s Plateau Place, will soon be the site of North America’s first ever North American cat cafĂŠ. Poets have often pointed to two surefire retreats from the miseries of everyday life — cats and music. You get that and much more at the CafĂŠ Chat l’heureux — cats, music, muffins, tea, pastries, sandwiches and specialty pet products. I’d love to have the Sticky Lint Roller concession. It’s the only place on the planet where your pet can get a tuna juice Chinese tea. The place will be also known as “The Happy Catâ€? in English, a good choice, but I’m sure somebody in the brainstorm sessions was seriously tempted to call it “The Cat House.â€? Owner and creator ClĂŠment Marty visited similar felinefocused establishments while travelling in Japan and South Korea. Convinced the concept would fly in his hometown of Montreal, Marty put out an online SOS and cat-crazy people provided $40,000 in start money in no time at all. The cafĂŠ full of purring furballs is the fun part. The serious messages that underscore the project are raising awareness of the treatment of animals, the calming benefits of “cat therapyâ€? and the facilitation of cat adoptions. Our humane societies and SPCA’s are sadly and seriously overpopulated with cats. Can you imagine a coffeehouse filled with sprawling cats — on laps and couches, on tables and perches, in the window and off the walls — cats. The owner plans to hire a great big German shepherd to sit security at the door. Dogs
of course will not be allowed except — and you’ll want to live stream on the cafĂŠ for this one — except on April Fool’s Day. Having written a couple of books on the subject of cats, I consider myself a bit of an expert. Which is why I believe that after about a week of catering to several hundred cats, the cafĂŠ will have no choice but to add a “complaint department.â€? Oh yeah, I can see it now. The Tabbies think the stray cats should be kept out in the alley and not be allowed to wear collars. “The Calico got into the kitchen. How come we can’t go in the kitchen?â€? “That Ginger Tabby! She’s got some temper on her!!â€? “Oh sure, he says he’s a Hemingway but has anybody actually counted his toes?â€? And of course, the Ukrainian Levkoy keeps hissing at the Russian Blue for invading her territory. “And those two Siamese twins? They’re just plain crazy.â€? A “Take A Number Complaint Departmentâ€? is what they’ll need at the cat cafĂŠ. Kittens will have to sit in high chairs provided and breastfeeding will be restricted to the “Mother’s Milk Onlyâ€? corner. Mostly the cat cafĂŠ will be the site of one very long communal nap. Until the last Saturday of the month ... that’s “Live Mice Day.â€? Yeah, then the place will look like a WalMart Superstore at midnight on Black Friday. And catnip? Lots and lots of catnip. The skunky, pungent odour of weed will be so strong the neighbours will think Marty is operating a downtown grow-op. They decided against screening movies at the cafĂŠ and instead they’re going to
show the same film clip over and over again all day long. It’s a video of dogs playing “fetch.� Most of the cats tip over laughing. None of them ever get tired of watching it. Years ago, I wrote captions for a book of cat paintings, funny portraits of cats in various domestic predicaments. I finally settled on the title of “Cattitude.� The attitude of the cat is best described by the subtitle of that book: “If cats could talk, yours probably wouldn’t even be speaking to you right now.� In ancient times, cats were worshipped as gods. Today, they’re trying to return to the good ol’ days. Don’t get me wrong. I love the little buggers, but they can make Simon Cowell look “unarrogant.� I would like to see a roll call at the United Nations in which the leader of every nation in the world has to give a brief and honest report on how they protect and provide for the country’s creatures, helpless animals that put their lives in human hands. “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress,� said Mahatma Gandhi, once the gentlest and most powerful soul on earth, “can be judged by the way its animals are treated.� Whenever somebody comes up with a new way in which to better care for the little critters, it should make us all feel good. Pets — they make us crazy and they make us better people. For comments, ideas and copies of The True Story of Wainfleet, go to www.williamthomas.ca
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Dan Brown. “We will be giving away our ability to control what signage we allow and where it will be placed. Now, the board can grant variances, but with the byway we would have to comply with state and federal law. We will have no way to appeal if something changes in our town. We will be locked into it — there can be no changes.� “The byway is not necessary for this town,� said town resident Judd Cole. “There is no benefit to be had for the town. It will curtail future business growth because it will be limited to the type of development that can be put on a scenic byway.� “There has been a rousing battle in two committees,� said Cattaraugus County Legislator Carl Edwards. “It is not going to pass in the county.� The board then went into their regular meeting. A unanimous vote was taken voting against the Scenic Byway coming through Great Valley. Town Assessor Jeff Forester will be at the Great Valley Town Hall from 5–7 p.m. on Monday, May 12, to sit with the roll addressing assessment issues. A public meeting will be
held before the May 12 board meeting to pass Local Law #22014 to change the date for the Assessment Review to May 29. Brown reported he has signed a contract with the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Department for regatta security. The town will be reimbursed by the fire company. Jack Harrington, town highway superintendent, reported “a lot of sweeping and watering of the roads has been done.� A power broom was rented and was used along with the town’s broom. Harrington also reported that a 2007 Peterbuilt dump truck has been found to replace the present summer truck used for hauling. Harrington and Randy Peplinski have looked at it and driven it, and feel it is a good buy at $42,000. Brown made the motion to buy the truck with money from the machinery fund. Motion passed. Deputy Supervisor Ted LaCroix, member of the Ellicottville Great Valley Trail Committee, presented a petition urging funding from the NYDOT Transportation Alternatives Program for the Ellicottville-Great Valley Trail project. Great Valley Town
Accountant Jack Berry gave the yearend financial report for 2013. “In general, the town is in pretty good shape with healthy balances,� he said. Town Code Officer Rich Rinko reported he is reviewing the properties in the town with violations of property maintainance Local Law #12014. He also said he has been to several code officer classes and feels he “is ready to get the job done.� Bids were open for mowing and maintaining the grounds around the water/sewer facility at the Bonnevale development. CW Lawn Care of Salamanca won the bid at $1,090 for mowing once a week during the season. The bid for mowing the Town Hall, Memorial Park and cemeteries, opened at the last meeting and tabled to check insurance, was awarded to CMC Landscaping from Allegany for $5,000 for the season. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. The next meeting of the Great Valley Town Board is May 12 at 7 p.m. at the Town Hall.
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His father, Bernie Osbaldeston, bought the property and outbuildings in 1977, and took over management of the lodge in 1991. On Jan. 17, 2000, a devastating fire destroyed the main lodge, which made it necessary to rebuild the entire structure. “It was not cost effective to restore it to the elegance of the original Victorian style,” said Bill. The original owner, local resident Commodore Perry Vedder, built the house in 1861 as his home. Vedder rose from Private to Lt. Colonel during three years of service in the Civil War, after which he was active in many political offices and businesses enterprises in the state. The house was designed to emulate Italian villa architecture, the height of architectural fashion at the time. “The house boasted of gracious porches, with striped awnings for the summer and a large barn with cupola and elegant details inside and out.
High ceilings with ornamental coving had medallions where chandeliers were suspended. There was a circular stairway with scrollwork to the second floor. A fountain on the front lawn received water from the hill behind the Parker House on Adams Street. A mounting block is still in place in the side yard,” as quoted from a 1997 article written by Mary Duszynski. After Vedder’s death in 1910, the house was sold to Walter D. Walrath who, along with his brothers, ran a general store in town. In the 1930s William Shearman, a superintendent at the Borden Condensery, purchased the Vedder house. His wife and son ran a tearoom there. In the 1940s, Carl Monkhouse bought the house. A sophisticated businessman from San Francisco, he leased space in Burrell Cutlery Factory manufacturing barber scissors for jobbers in the beauty trade and surgical instruments for the U.S. Army during WWII. Monkhouse remodeled
the first floor and formed the Azalea Club, a private club which had no liquor license so members kept their bottles in lockers on the premises. There were legal slot machines. “Pop” Monkhouse also invited British sailors whose WWII ship was in dry dock to come to Ellicottville for R&R. In 1949, the house was sold to Leonard Grainge, who in turn sold it to Franz & Trudy Elsigan in 1957. The Elsigans made it into a ski lodge and ran it as such until 1977. Their son, Hal Elsigan, remembers going downtown to Morlock’s Bakery early mornings to get donuts for the skier’s breakfasts. The Vedder House has gone through an attempt to give it an alpine look, and a fire, too. It has been a popular lodge for skiers and visitors to Ellicottville for the past 57 years and a home for five different families during the 96 years before that. When it was built, it was the most beautiful house in Ellicottville. If only it could be returned it to its original splendor.
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RTA Exhibition Opens April 25 at JCC The Center Gallery at Jamestown Community College’s Olean Campus will host the Cattaraugus County Art Council’s (CCAC) Routes to Art exhibition opening April 25 and running through May 9. The exhibition will launch with a public reception on April 25, from 6–8 p.m. and will feature happy hour refreshments and live music in addition to a diverse selection of artwork. The exhibition will serve as a preview for the annual Routes to Art (RTA) open studio tour weekend in May when artists across the region will open their doors to the public. Now in its seventh year, Routes to Art is a self-guided open studio tour that takes place this year on May 17-18 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. During the RTA weekend, artists will open their homes, studios, and businesses to welcome visitors and present their artwork. The preview exhibition is a perfect way to see a sample of this work under one roof. Anne Conroy-Baiter, acting executive director of CCAC, says the RTA exhibition is always a highlight of the program, both for artists and
guests. “This year’s Routes to Art open studio weekend features 42 artists, including 10 new participants, and the preview exhibition at JCC is a great way to see them all in one place. New artists, such as Mikel Wintermantel of Allegany, Carey Ann Welch of Ellicottville, and Sarah Walker of Cattaraugus, will join RTA veterans Sean Huntington, Elliott Hutten, Barbara Fox and more. The exhibition offers a wonderful opportunity to see the wide variety of RTA mediums this year, from paintings to jewelry to toys to chainsaw sculptures, choose whose work to see more of on RTA weekend, and meet the artists at the same time,” said Conroy-Baiter. New this year, the opening will feature a live musical performance from the LTM Trio. The group features members Les Sabina, Thomas Gestwicki and Moses Howden, who will perform jazz standards and original compositions throughout the evening. Complimentary refreshments and hors d’oeuvres from Sheila Darrow
will also be offered. The event is free and open to the public and will take place from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 25. The exhibition will be on display until May 9. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.–7 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Routes to Art 2014 is sponsored by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce, the Ellicottville Times, Fox Financial, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Ohi:yo’ Art Gallery, Register Graphics, Seneca Gaming, and the Tamarack Club at Holiday Valley. The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has served the greater Cattaraugus County region for more than 15 years with quality arts programs and services. CCAC is funded by the New York State Council on the Arts, and by members and donors. For more information, visit www.myartscouncil.net. For more information about Routes to Art, participating artists, and to request a brochure, call CCAC at (716) 372-7455 or visit www. routestoart.com.
A memorial service was held last Friday, April 11, to celebrate the 105 years of life of Luella F. Boucher who died Feb. 20. Her only daughter, Andree Jackson McRae, and descendants of “Grandma Pat” gathered at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church for the memorial service. Grandma Pat’s six grandchildren, Jim, Michael, Rick, Steven, Tim and Kelly Jackson, traveled here from across the United States with their families. A sixth grandson, David, and his wife, are both deceased.
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May 3 marks the third annual I Love My Park Day, a volunteer day held at state parks across New York State. Last year, thousands of volunteers gathered at 80 parks and historic sites to take part in dozens of cleanup, improvement and beautification projects. Organized by Parks & Trails New York, in partnership with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, I Love My Park Day aims to boost volunteerism and raise the visibility of the entire state parks system and its needs. Sign up now to help out at Allegany State Park, for a well-organized and fun day of helping maintain its 65,000 acres of natural beauty in the Enchanted Mountains. Last year, almost 50 volunteers gathered on the Red House side of ASP to participate in the event. Volunteers picked up litter around the lake, throughout the picnic areas, on cabin trails,
and at Thunder Rocks. Shrubs were pruned back around the lake, the bike path was swept clean of debris, and the memorial benches received a new layer of clear coat. In addition, volunteers worked at Group Camp 12, ASP’s oldest in-service group camp, by giving several of the cabins a fresh coat of paint, picking up litter and pruning back some of the shrubs around the cabins. Like last year, this year’s I Love My Park Day will be held in conjunction with Friends of Allegany State Park’s (FOASP) monthly workday, their first of the
season. The group meets the first Saturday of each month, May through October, to tackle various projects throughout the park. Like FOASP’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ FriendsOfAlleganyStatePark) to learn about all they do and when they meet. I Love My Park Day is a great way for people of all ages to support New York’s fantastic parks by giving only a few hours of their time. It’s a perfect opportunity to get out, get some fresh air and give back! For more information, or to register, visit www.ptny.org.
Join Like-Minded Nature Lovers for the Annual Allegany Nature Pilgrimage Since 1959, nature enthusiasts have gathered at Allegany State Park to enjoy a weekend of informal field trips, including birding, wildflowers, pond life, mammals, butterflies, fungi, family nature walks and more! This year the annual event takes place May 30 through June 1. There are evening tent
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5 Ways Kids Can Make a Difference By Alicia Dziak
Take Part in National Volunteer Month
April is National Volunteer Month, and with spring and summer calendars booking up, now is a perfect time to reevaluate your free time and plan for some ways to give back. Volunteering isn’t just for grownups. It’s a great lesson to pass on to your children so they can see that they can make a difference. You’d be surprised how many options there are for the younger set. Help the elderly. An easy, feel-good activity is visiting a nursing home. Gather a group of kids and make seasonal decorations, then arrange a day to hand deliver them to nursing home residents and spread some cheer. Or practice singing some songs and put on a show for the residents. Call the activities department of your local facility, to schedule a time. Help the less fortunate. BeadforLife is a not-for-profit organization that benefits impoverished women in Uganda. By hosting a “bead party,” all proceeds from the items you sell go to the women making the items, such as hand rolled paper beads, shea butter soap and lip balm. The party is easy to do and free to host. Everything is shipped to the host (no shipping charges apply), and unsold items are sent back in boxes with prepaid shipping. While older kids can help with handling the money, younger kids can make signs and posters to advertise the sale. For more information, visit www. beadforlife.org. Kids can also organize a food or clothing drive and donate items to a favorite local charity. Even sending out handwritten notes asking for specific donations can bring in a number of items
Helping Nature people may have been planning to part with but didn’t know or have time to think about where to send them. Help nature. Friends of Allegany State Park meets the first Saturday each month, May through October. Like their Facebook page to get details of upcoming events (www.facebook.com/ FriendsOfAlleganyStatePark), which often include things like painting, trimming brush, and litter pickup. Pfeiffer Nature Center in Portville has a variety of kidfriendly volunteer opportunities available, ranging from
Just Say No to Cone Mulching Mulching trees in moderation is a good idea. It protects tree trunks from weed eaters and lawn mowers, prevents erosion, retains soil moisture, and improves soil structure and fertility. The practice of piling mulch up the tree trunk, creating
a “cone” is a bad idea that smothers the tree, and causes roots to grow up into the mulch instead of down into the soil (which creates shallow and vulnerable root systems). A flat 2–4 inches of shredded bark is sufficient and should never touch the tree trunk. Bark
needs to breathe, and if mulch is heaped up the trunk, it will rot the bark. A better method of mulching is to start about a hands-width away from the tree trunk and limit mulch to about 3 inches in depth.
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planting seedlings to invasive plant removal. For more information, visit www. pfeiffernaturecenter.org or call (716) 933-0187. Help your school. Take advantage of free money from companies encouraging customers to buy their products and recycle. Many companies out there offer easy ways to earn money to put toward schools and other charities. For example, have kids start a collection bin of Capris Suns at www. terracycle.com. For each empty drink box pouch you send them, you will receive money toward your school or choose to put it toward another charity. You can also recycle and earn money for items like glue sticks, personal care products and plastic lunch kits. Kellogg’s (www.kelloggsfamilyrewards.com) offers a similar program, where you enter codes off certain products to earn points, and points can then be redeemed for schools or charities. Help animals. While many animal shelters and rescue groups require their regular volunteers to be adults, there are things kids can do to help. Start a collection of items needed, such as toys, food and treats. Or make your own! Many recipes can be found online, and are usually made of common food items, like peanut butter and oats. Pet toys can also be fun and easy to make and also use items you have lying around, like old socks and water bottles. With so many opportunities to volunteer this spring and throughout the year, kids will be on their way to making a difference, and don’t be surprised if they have a blast in the process!
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Health & Fitness: The Core
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The core is the part of our bodies that plays an integral role in helping us move, keeping us balanced and houses most of our precious internal organs. However, this is also the first part of our body that we tend to forget about. We walk and
run for our hearts. We train our legs and arms to look leaner and sexy. But, it’s our core that seems to fail us most as we age. Without constant focus on our posture and tummies, we end up with things we refer to as spare tires, pooches, muffin tops, love handles and beer bellies. Crunch all you want, but experts agree that the real key to middle management is a combination of burning and toning — not to mention a healthy, clean diet as well. You need cardio workouts (the higher intensity, the better) to fry the stubborn fat that tends to accumulate around the waist, as well as sculpting weight training to strengthen the muscles to hold it all in.
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Sit-ups target the straightdown-the-center, forwardflexing rectus abdominis muscle. Moves like the plank dig deeper, engaging the transversus abdominis, the innermost muscle that wraps around your waist to support your spine. Twists and balancing moves work your obliques and back muscles as they stabilize your body. I wish I could tell you there’s one magic move that does it all, but how boring would that be? By mixing your moves up, you give the core the 360-degree attention it deserves. Before long, you’ll be saying goodbye to belly fat and hello to a toned and strong core.
Tuesday • April 22 Homework Club Class of 2016 Hanging Basket Sale BOE Meeting: BOCES Budgit Vote • 4:30 pm Boys and Girls (V) vs. Chautauqua Lake Central School • 4:30 pm Girls Varsity Softball vs. Bolivar - Richburg • 5:00 pm Boys Varsity Baseball Bolivar - Richburg • 5:00 pm Tuesday • April 23 Envirothon Boys Modified Baseball vs. North Collins • 4:30 pm Boys Varsity Baseball @ North Collins • 4:30 pm Girls Modified Softball vs. North Collins • 4:30 pm Girls Varsity Softball @ North Collins • 4:30 pm Thursday • April 24 Homework Club Boys Modified Baseball vs. Franklinville • 4:30 pm Girls JV Softball vs. Pine Valley • 4:30 pm Girls Modified Softball vs. Franklinville • 4:30 pm Boys and girls (MOD) @ Portville Central High School • 5:00 pm
Obituaries Emery Lafferty, 12, Formerly Attended ECS Emery Lafferty, age 12 , of Dansville, N.Y., died Thursday, April 10, 2014, as a result of an auto/pedestrian accident near his home. Born Jan. 10, 2002, in Olean, N.Y., he was the son of Brett and Bobbie Wahl Lafferty. Emery was a student at EBH Elementary School in Dansville and had attended Ellicottville Central School in Ellicottville, N.Y. He was a member of the Ellicottville Wrestling Club, and played in Ellicottville Youth Football, Basketball and Baseball program. He enjoyed playing and watching football and was an avid Seattle Seahawks fan. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and swimming and loved riding Grandpa’s lawnmower. Surviving besides his parents are: one sister, Jallyssa
Lafferty, Dansville, N.Y.; maternal great-grandmother, Florence Howard, Salamanca, N.Y.; maternal grandparents, Judith Atwater, Salamanca, N.Y., and Richard (Kathleen) Wahl, Kenosha, Wis.; paternal great-grandmother, Janet Baker, Salamanca, N.Y.; paternal grandparents, Earl and Julie Lafferty, Great Valley, N.Y.; a maternal aunts, Jessica (Travis) Caswell, Salamanca, N.Y., and Elizabeth Stanley, Kenosha, Wis.; maternal uncle, Richard (Louella) Wahl, Kenosha, Wis.; paternal uncle, Troy (Kelly) Lafferty, Salamanca, N.Y., and several cousins, great aunts, uncles and friends. He was predeceased by maternal grandparents, Richard and Frances Wahl, and paternal grandparents, Hubert and Barbara Newark, and one
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aunt, Jennifer Manning. Funeral services were held at O’Rourke & O’Rourke, Inc. Funeral Home in Salamanca on April 16 with Father Patrick Melfi, of Our Lady of Peace Church, officiating. Committal services took place in Crawford Cemetery. E-condolences may be sent to john@orourke-orourke.com or posted to facebook.com/ onofh.
James B. Puszcz, Mansfield James B. Puszcz ,75, of Kent Rd passed away Thursday April 10, 2014 at Olean General Hospital. He was born June 18, 1938 in Great Valley, NY the son of the late Joseph and Lorretta (Kuhaneck) Puszcz. On November 6, 1971 he married the former Margaret Eddy who survives. Mr. Puszcz owned and operated the Sunset View Dairy Farm.He also had worked at Signore Inc.and York- Merit Products both in Ellicottville, NY, Triple S Auto Dismantling in Great Valley, NY, Town of Mansfield Highway Dept. and as a night
watchman at Onoville Marina. He was a Deacon at the Eddyville Community Church, member of the Town of Mansfield Planning and Zoning Board and a Town of Mansfield Councilman.He also operated Puszcz’s Cider Mill and Maple Products.He was an avid hunter and former member of the Great Valley Vol. Fire Dept. Besides his wife of 42 years he is survived by a daughter Anne (Robert) Adams of Little Valley, NY and 2 grandchildren Haylee and Lucus.Also surviving are 3 brothers Paul Kuhaneck of Texas, Alois (Lillian) Puszcz and Robert Puszcz both of Great Valley,
NY and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the O’Rourke Funeral Home 411 Rock City Street in Little Valley, NY on Monday April 14, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday April 15, 2014 at 11am from the Little Valley United Methodist Church, with Rev. Joseph Pascoe, officiating. Burial will be in Maples Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Ellicottville- Great Valley Ambulance Service or the Little Valley United Methodist Church.
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or in containers. This is the time to research what plants do best in sun, shade or partial sun/partial shade. Or you want to try growing vegetables in containers? If you plan to grow vegetables, how much room will you need, are you growing vegetables for immediate use or would you want to can or freeze them for eating after the growing season is over? There is so much to think about and planning what you want to grow and how much time do you actually want to spend gardening is another factor relevant to what you will be planting. You have time to plan. Plan on coming to Gardening Day, sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Catt Co on May 17. It’s free!. Just call the Master Gardener office at (716) 699-2377, ext. 127, for additional information or look for flyers throughout the village. Bring any questions and/or concerns you may have. You can also call the MG Hotline at the above number with any questions you have now. Leave a message if no one answers and your call will be returned. Have fun with your gardening!
Prepping for Spring
I thought maybe spring was here to stay, but no! We have another shot at the winter weather and those poor daffodils, crocuses plus other early spring flowering bulbs and flowers, besides the bulbs that have grown several inches with the warm temperatures. Hope the cold temperatures don’t harm this growth. One reason not to fully clean out your gardens. Last fall’s leaves, etc. protect new growth from any possible late frost. Welcome to Western New York gardening! I bet you thought about starting a few seedlings to get a jump-start on your gardens. I have in the past started seeds under grow lights around this time and found it is way too early, unless you also have a greenhouse to keep the seedlings once they have begun developing their true leaves. May 1 is soon enough to start, given that Memorial Day is the projected last frost time. So, wait another week or two unless the seedlings you are starting have a long germination time and you use row covers to protect anything growing in the ground. Peas
are one exception and like very cool weather to grow in. Peas can be directly planted into your prepared garden any time in the next few weeks. While we’re waiting for spring to arrive, take time to get your tools sharpened and cleaned for the season ahead. It’s also a good time to wash out any containers you plan to use for flowers and/or vegetables. Use a mild detergent, bleach and warm water to scrub them and rid them of last year’s soil and possible contaminants. Rinse and dry thoroughly, and they’ll be ready when your plants are. Dirty tools can easily spread undesirable molds and diseases to new plants. This important to do for houseplants as well. This procedure will also rid your containers of any unwanted insects and their eggs from growing in those containers. Another spring project to think about is planning what you want to grow in a garden
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exit 22) will be completely reconstructed. Repairs are being done on the roadway between exits 20 and 21, and the ramps at exit 20 will be slightly reconfigured. During construction, exit 20 will remain open, but exits 21 and 23 will be closed. Eastbound traffic will have to exit at exit 20; westbound
traffic will exit at exit 23. All traffic will detour onto Route 417. Detour signage will be posted at least a week before closures begin and will remain in place until the road reopens. Construction of the project was awarded to Union Concrete Construction Corp. on Jan. 23, 2014. The company
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By Jeffrey Archer Jeffrey Archer’s newest book is the fourth book in the popular Clifton Chronicles Series. When Ross Buchanan is forced to resign as chairman of the Barrington Shipping Company, Emma Clifton wants to replace him. But Don Pedro Martinez intends to install his puppet, the egregious Major Alex Fisher, in order to destroy the Barrington family firm just as the company plans to build its new luxury liner, the MV Buckingham. Then, without warning, Cedric Hardcastle, a bluff Yorkshireman who no one has come across before, takes his place on the board of Barringtons. This causes an upheaval that none of them could have anticipated, and will change the lives of every member of the Clifton and Barrington families. Hardcastle’s first decision is who to support to become the next chairman of the board: Emma Clifton or Major Alex Fisher? And with that decision, the story takes yet another twist that will keep you on the edge of your seat. “Be Careful What You Wish For� showcases the master storyteller’s talent as never before – when the Clifton and Barrington families march forward into the sixties, in this epic tale of love, revenge, ambition and betrayal. This book is available at the Ellicottville Memorial Library in book format only. It is also available in large print, audio book or eBook using our interlibrary loan program.
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place. Enjoy their beauty and respect their growing space. Come Celebrate Arbor Day at Nannen Arboretum This year, a public ceremony observing Arbor Day will take place on Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m. in the Nannen Arboretum, next to the Town Center
building. A native Serviceberry tree, Amelanchier x grandiflora ‘Autumn Brilliance,’ will be planted by the Nannen Arboretum Society. Members of the society will also conduct demonstrations about tree planting techniques and the benefits of this native tree.
The Tree City USA flag will be raised by Village Tree Stewards Jodi and Marty Bentley. Refreshments will be available after the ceremony in the Town Center auditorium. All are welcome to attend this free event.
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Ellicottville will be responsible for the balance. Each community will determine individually how it will bill its residents for the cost. Mayor Charlie Coolidge introduced the topic of billing to the board by saying that there are several options available and that no decision will be made without research and community input. In addition, a public hearing will be held to allow village residents an opportunity to comment. First payments will not be due until mid-late 2015. A decision on how to generate the income must be made before the 2015-16 village budget is finalized in June 2015. Jim Campolong, who represents the village’s engineering firm, Nussbaumer & Clarke, explained that the challenge will be to come up with a formula that divides the total — estimated to be about $15,000 — in a way that is fair, reliably able to meet the financial obligation and administratively feasible. Campolong outlined one possible way to create a formula — by assigning a weighted dollar amount based on the size of the water meter entering each property. A fee could then be added to village water bills. Campolong explained that, because this information is already a part of the village’s billing system, it would be relatively easy to implement. The board discussed this option at length, noting that the community has recently gone
through a difficult adjustment with the new water billing process and that adding another cost to water bills likely would be met with resistance. Another option is to assess an ad valorem (property) tax based on assessed property values. Village Attorney Bob Simon said that he had spoken with the State Comptroller’s Office and was told that the allocation cannot legally be based “only� on property values. Board Member Greg Cappelli felt that since the municipalities’ shares were determined by assessed property values, then it might make sense to base property owners’ share of the cost on property assessments as well. Cappelli then suggested that some research should be done to see how other municipalities have dealt with similar situations. No matter how it is to be handled, the board agreed with Cappelli that there’s “no good way to do this.� However, Coolidge pointed out that the benefits of the project — significantly improved fire protection, better water pressure and enhanced development potential — cannot be forgotten. And, without the new tank, the village cannot make the needed repairs to its reservoir. In other business, the board accepted the Ellicottville Village Planning Board’s recommendations to approve projects at 9 Mechanic St., 5 Elizabeth St. and 36 Washington St. The board also
discussed a new development project at 5 Park Ave., the former Meritool building. The owner of the property, Michael Stang, asked the planning board for permission to subdivide the two buildings on the property, one to remain an industrial building and the other to be rezoned as Village Commercial (VC). The VC building could then be sold or used as residential and/ or retail. The planning board asked the village board to approve its recommendation in favor of the subdivision request, but the village board tabled its decision until further information about the project is available. Following adjournment of the regular meeting, Coolidge opened the board’s reorganizational meeting. All current appointees to village posts were reappointed, commissioners remain in place and employee benefits remain the same. One change to the Special Events Committee was made at Coolidge’s request: Sherman Wilkins was asked to step off the committee because two other board members (Patra Lowes, chair, and Greg Cappelli) also serve on it. It was noted that anytime three or more board members are in a meeting at one time, a formal meeting announcement must be made in the local newspapers. Coolidge made that change in order to avoid that expense. The next meeting of the Village board will be held on Monday, May 12 at 6 p.m. in the Village/Town Hall. All are welcome.
Area Easter Services Traditionally Easter comes at a time of the year when we are enjoying the joys of spring’s gentle breezes, the sound of bird song, green grass and pretty daffodils and tulips. It’s safe to say that isn’t going to happen this Easter, but Easter will still be here this Sunday with little girls dressed up in their prettiest dresses, hats and patent leather shoes carrying a tiny handbag, and boys with their new pants and jackets. It’s a shame the love of “dressing up� doesn’t extend beyond childhood. While some of us may lament the loss of the days of hats and gloves, jeans are acceptable anywhere now, even in church. But, let’s face it, it’s not how we are dressed but that we are there at all. Below is a list of local churches and their Easter service hours that you may or may not dress up for. Ellicottville Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church – Saturday, 8 p.m.; Easter Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m. The United Church of Ellicottville – Sunday, 11 a.m. St John’s Episcopal Church – Saturday, 5 p.m. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church – Good Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Easter Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Great Valley First Baptist Church – Sunday, 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The United Methodist Church – Sunday, 11 a.m. Mansfield Grace Bible Baptist Church – Sunday, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Solomon’s Porch Ministries – Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.
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Now that spring seems to have gotten ahold of herself, let’s starts discussing lighter meals. With more sunshine in the evening hours causing more outdoor activities lingering, my body starts to crave lighter foods. I also like to spend less time in the kitchen making dinner in the spring and summer and, therefore, like dishes that are quick and don’t involve too much prep. The egg is typically a sign of spring/renewal, the beginning of something new. Our neighbors have several
chickens and they have begun to lay more eggs as the days grow longer. This is great for us because we get eggs now and then. I have noticed with extremely fresh eggs they puff up a bit more when cooked. When making this dish I have noticed it puffs up, and subsequently falls after it sits for a few minutes. But the puffiness is just so satisfying! Regular store-bought eggs do not give this level of satisfaction. Springtime also brings out wild leeks or ramps. Right now, they are fairly
small and delicate in flavor, so perfect for this dish. Just a small handful will do for this recipe. This dish takes about 45 minutes from start to finish. It is crustless, so it’s good for our gluten-free friends and can be dairy-free if you wish. I typically serve this quiche with a spicy salad mix available at Canticle Farm Market on Tuesdays. You will need to cook the broccoli before you add it to the egg mixture. Happy Easter!
Crustless Quiche with Leeks and Broccoli 6 whole eggs 1/2 cup half and half or whole milk salt and pepper to taste 10 oz. bag frozen broccoli, steamed and chopped handful of fresh leeks, cleaned and chopped (you can omit leeks if you don’t have any) 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Whisk eggs together and preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add milk to eggs and then whisk together. Add chopped veggies and cheese, and stir together until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Lightly butter or spray a 9� pie pan and pour egg mixture into pie pan. Bake until golden brown — about 30-40 minutes.
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ny.gov/outdoor/23335.html . If you would like some expert pointers, local guides know the best fishing holes and will teach guests proper fishing techniques. They can show you the best way to hook them, fight and land them, and how to properly release them. A quick Internet search will turn up outfitters in your area. Want to get the most up-dodate information about fishing locations, conditions and types of fish found in the waters of New York State? Then call the free NY DEC fishing hotline, which provides updates every week, so you will have the latest scoop on where the fish are biting. The number is (716) 855-FISH. Licensing
New York does require fishing licenses, and for the first time, you can buy and print a fishing license from home by visiting licensecenter.ny.gov. In it for life? Then it may be smart to invest in a Lifetime Fishing License for $460 that will provide a lifetime of fishing on more than 70,000 miles of rivers and streams, and more than 7,000 lakes and ponds while saving on the cost of an annual license. When you buy a lifetime fishing license, you are also eligible to receive a free I LOVE NY Adventure License Plate to announce your passion for the great outdoors. Apply for your license plate online at http://www.dmv. ny.gov/adventure.htm, and find instructions for applications by
phone and mail. A Few Rules It’s important to note that Cattaraugus County does have some special fishing regulations that govern species, open season dates, size, daily limits and fishing methods. You can find these at http://www. dec.ny.gov/outdoor/31432. html. The Seneca Nation of Indians territories are also located within the county and have their own regulations and licensing requirements. For more information, call (716) 945-1790. Time to head out and enjoy some of the most gorgeous scenery in the state — and don’t forget to put out your “Gone Fishing� sign.
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Bertrand Chaffee Hospital’s Heart Center will present an educational event on cardiac health on Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m. at the Town of Concord Hall, 86 Franklinville St. in Springville. The event is free to all and parking is available.
Learn about the prevention and treatment of vascular disease with Dr. Thomas P. Smith, Jr., a board-certified cardiologist who serves as Catholic Health’s medical director for Southern Tier outreach. He sees patients at the Bertrand Chaffee Hospital
Heart Center in Springville. Registration is requested but not required. Contact Kara Kane at (716) 5922871, ext. 1485, or kkane@ bch-jbr.org to register or for more information. Light refreshments provided.
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Summer Intern Position Available – We are pleased to announce the generous donation of funds from the Rotary Club of Ellicottville Foundation for Youth to hire a local (preferably Ellicottville) student (high school senior or college student) as a summer intern to help with the children’s Summer Reading Program. Any student interested in applying for this position should stop by the Library or call 699-2842 for more information. Applications due June 1st. The Spring Ephemerals: Wildflowers in Our Woods – Enjoy a colorful presentation on the spring ephemeral wildflowers that grace the woods of these enchanted Open Daily 10 am – 5 pm • mountains. Join Susan Avery from Enchanted Mountain Guides as she shows photos of the wonderful array of Tues. /Wed. until 8 pm Closed Sunday www.evml.org • springtime beauties and shares interesting folklore and scientific tidbits about these local native flowers. Join us 716-699-2842 on Earth Day, April 22nd at 6:30 pm for this event. Please
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May 1 Gowanda Harley’s Tony Reid Memorial Mileage Challenge Enter the Challenge with your pledges per mile to help raise money for Cancer Research. www.gowandaharley.com May 1 - 4 Olean Theatre Workshop “To Design for Murder” Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m., Washington St. Theatre. www.oleanworkshop.org May 3 Allegany Adventure Run at ASP Three different course distances to choose from! Fun post-race party with great door prizes www.heartrateup.com May 3 Downtown Springville Art Crawl, sponsored by the Springville Center for the Arts 716-592-9038 or www. SpringvilleArts.org.
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April 18 Cattaraugus County Arts Council Art Camps A creative and productive way for your kids to spend their spring break! www.myartscouncil.net April 25 Springville Jazz Orchestra Spring Concert 7 - 9 p.m. Springville Griffith Institute High School Tickets $5, purchased online, at the door or Emerling Ford/ Chrysler. www.springvillegi.org April 25 Arbor Day Celebration at Nannen Arboretum 11:00 a.m. Join us as we plant a new tree and hoist our Tree City USA flag April 26 5K Run/Walk For Healthy Kids To raise support the Cattaraugus County Suicide Prevention Coalition. For questions call Eileen Wallace (YMCA) at (716) 373-2400 or Meghan Monahan (Catt County) at (716) 701-3315
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Holy Name Of Mary RC Church, Ellicottville 20-22 Jefferson St., 699-2592 Sat. Vigil Mass 4pm & 5:30pm Sun. Holy Mass 8am &10:30am St. John’s Episcopal Church, Ellicottville Washington and Jefferson Sts. 945-1820 Services 5pm Sat
June 3 Southern Tier Symphony presents “Stravinsky Spring” Concert will be held at Olean High School, beginning at 7:30pm.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ellicottville 6360 Rt. 219 East, 699-2265 Worship Sat 5pm, Sun 10:30am Sun Sch. & Adult Bible Study 9am
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June 6-8 Springville Dairy Fest Parade, animals, rides, craft vendors and more. www.wnydairyagfest.com June 9 - 11 Catt County 4-H Bonanza Show At Nash Hill Equestrian Center www.cattcounty4hhorse.com June 10 Zoar Valley Fest 2014 At Gateway Park in Gowanda. Kayaking, rafting, hiking etc! www.zoarfest.com June 14 Holiday Valley Mudslide Obstacle Trail Run Get ready for a fun day with running, mud, obstacles and lots of happy people at the 3rd Annual Mudslide Trail Run! 3.5 or 5.4 mile trails; there is something for everyone! www.holidayvalley.com
First Baptist Church, Great Valley 5049 Rt.219, 945-4629 Sun Sch. 9:30am Worship 10:45am & 6:30pm United Methodist Church, Great Valley 5242 Rt. 219, 945-4375 Sun Sch. 10am, Worship 11am Solomon’s Porch Ministries, Mansfield 7705 Toad Hollow Rd, 257-9138 Sat 7pm, Sun 10am Grace Bible Baptist, Mansfield 7968 Reed Hill Rd 257-3645 Sun Sch 10am, Sun Worship 11:0am & 6pm Wed Bible study/prayer srv 7pm
register by contacting the library at 716-699-2842. Introduction to Digital Photography – Do you have a digital camera that seems a little overwhelming? Are you confused by all the numbers and menus? Well, this is the class for you. This is a two night class to cover all you need to know to start running your camera like a pro. We’ll cover exposure, creative controls, transferring your photos to a computer, and printing those photos. You need an adjustable DSLR camera. No prerequisite. This class will be held on May 6th and 13th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Cost is $20.00 – register at the library. Copper Enamel Class – Come join instructor Cathy Lacy on May 7th from 6:30 – 8:00 pm to make your own copper enamel jewelry. There will be time to make several pieces including pins and pendants. Class size is limited and is available for adults and children over 12. Cost of $5.00 to cover supplies. Please call the library at
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CCB to Host ‘Homebuyers Seminar’ Management at CCB (Cattaraugus County Bank) is pleased to announce that CCB will be hosting a “Homebuyers Seminar” on April 24, 2014, at Holiday Inn Express in Salamanca, N.Y. Three representatives from CCB will be hosting the event: Kathy Kaus (Vice President, Senior Retail Lender), Jeff Walker (Assistant Vice President, Retail Lending and Underwriting) and Nan Painter (Assistant Vice President, Salamanca Branch Manager). Joining CCB representatives will be a local attorney and a local real estate agent. “Purchasing a home/getting a mortgage is a very thrilling experience,” states Nan Painter
of CCB. “But it can also become overwhelming and daunting. We hope that folks attending this seminar will come away with knowledge about the entire process, making it easier for them. From pre-qualifying so they know what home they can afford, to searching for the house itself, to applying for the mortgage and lastly, what happens at closing of the loan. We now have more options than ever in the area of mortgage lending and … being the only true, local, independent community bank in the area … we look forward to helping the public.” The seminar, which begins at 5 p.m., is free to attend. Attendees are encouraged to
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TINA DILLON, GRI
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Licensed Real Estate Agent
716-474-7862 Cell
716-474-5646 Cell
christy.wiser@era.com
716-699-4800 Ext 122 Work tdillon@ellicottville.com tinadillon.net
MLS#B440160
Route 219 at Wildflower PO Box 1818, Ellicottville, NY 14731 visit: holidayvalleyrealestate.com
April is SWISS CHEESE Extravaganza Month! Did you know EVL Cheese Company carries over 15 types of Swiss?
SAVE 5% on all SWISS PRODUCTS! SAVE $1.00/lb.
Jarlsburg, Gruyere, Swiss Almond Cheese Spread, Alpine Lace Reduced Fat Swiss, Moosbacher, Lorraine Swiss Low Sodium, No Salt Swiss, Amish Country Baby Swiss, Raclette, Irish Blarney, Smoked Swiss, Amish Swiss Longhorn, German Swiss, Domestic Swiss, Leerdammer, French Emmental, Finlandia, Madrigal Baby Swiss, Domestic Baby Swiss
on domestic Swiss cuts when you buy a half pound of
FRESH CHEESE CURD!
Stop in Saturday April 5 & 19 for special Swiss Cheese Tastings!
5 Washington Street - next to Kwik Fill - in Ellicottville Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily • 716-699-1065
Christy Wiser
Tina Dillon MLS#B439744
88 The Woods, Ellicottville $237,500
ERA
END UNIT! Furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse just a short walk to slopes. Fireplace, deck, ski storage. Special Assessments have been paid in full!
Real Estate
6837 Springs Road, Ellicottville $589,000 NEW PRICE! Enjoy the view of the slopes in this remodeled & furnished 4+ bedroom, 3-1/2 bath chalet w/ 2 fps, deck, att. garage across from the slopes.
MLS#B438268
MLS#B395722 MLS#B423797
7180 Toad Hollow, Mansfield $269,900 PRICE REDUCED! Move right in to this furnished 4+ bedroom, 3 bath contemporary on 3+ acres. Oversized family room, fireplace, deck and scenic views!
6884 Stone Road, Great Valley $229,000 WOODED SETTING! Spacious 4+ bedroom, 2 bath chalet nestled on 2+ acres. Relax in front of the fireplace or take a walk in the woods. More land available.
5861 Route 242, Ellicottville $129,900 FULLY FURNISHED! New price on this furnished 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath ranch w/ brick fireplace, deck & detached garage only 3 miles to slopes. Why pay rent?
Where Do You Want To Be THIS YEAR?
OPEN DAILY
Wine Tasting Available Every Day! 14 Monroe St. • Ellicottville
716-699-1055
www.WineryOfEllicottville.com
Wine makes a Great Gift! Pick up a bottle of your favorite wine from our cooler ready to serve
Buy all 3 Evl Red, White & Blue Pack for $36
Homebuyers Seminar April 24, 2014 • 5 pm at Holiday Inn Express Salamanca NY Attendance is Free!
You Are Invited to Join Us!
Three representatives from CCB will be hosting the event;
Seminar Topics include: • Pre-Qualifying • Housing Search • Mortgage Application process • Loan Closings
Cathy Pritchard & Melanie Pritchard
Lic. Assoc. R.E. Brokers ERA Team VP Real Estate 12 Washington St., Ellicottville, NY Cathy: (716) 983-4234 Melanie: (716) 480-8409 Office: (716) 699-4800 www.teampritchard.com Scan this image with your smart phone to see ALL of our listings!
Kathy Kaus (Vice President, Senior Retail Lender), Jeff Walker (Assistant Vice President, Retail Lending and Underwriting) Nan Painter (Assistant Vice President, Salamanca Branch Manager) Joining CCB representatives will be a local attorney and a local real estate agent.
CCB is an FDIC insured New York State chartered independent, community bank. From January 2, 1902, CCB has established an unprecedented record of fiscal integrity and sound financial growth, which now totals $190 million in assets. CCB maintains convenient ATMs and more information can be found on the web at www.ccblv.com. CCB is an equal housing lender. CCB’s main office is located in Little Valley, with seven branch offices.
Annual Ellicottville Fire Department Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 19 at 1 p.m. in the Village Park (In case of bad weather, it will be held at the fire hall.)
Thinking about adopting? Ask us about our foster dogs/puppies and cats/kittens! Email us at EmpireRescue@gmail.com And you can view all of our furry friends in need at
www.empire.petfinder.com
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