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This Saturday August 4th,Starting at 7:30

“CHRIS MALONEY”

Saturday, Aug. 11th, 4-8PMTHE STRANGERS

Sunday, Aug. 12th, 2-6PMTHE TOMBSTONE HANDS

Friday, Aug. 10th, 7-11PMMO PORTER

JOE WALSHAugust 11 @ 7 PMTickets start at $65

TRACE ADKINSAugust 26 @ 5 PMTickets start at $65

BACHMAN & TURNERSeptember 15 @ 7 PM

Tickets start at $40

Friday, Aug. 3rd, 7-11PMDAWG HOUSE BAND

Saturday, Aug. 4th, 6-10PMSANDI PACK AND EAST OF EDEN

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Friday, August 3 @ 6 PMTHE TOWN PANTS

August 2 - August 8, 2012 Volume 07 ~ Issue 31

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Taste Of Ellicottville Next Weekend27 Annual Event to Take Place in the Streets of Downtown Next Saturday and Sunday; Over 15 Restaurants to Participate

Former Buffalo Sabre, Pat LaFontaine, Joins the Fun August 18 & 19

TasTe Of ellicOTTville : augusT 11-12, 2012 : ellicOTTville, NY

In this Issue

Food Network in Olean

Centurion Cycling Event

see FOOD page 12

Annual Willow Creek Triathlon .... Pg 7

National Show “Restaurant Impossible” Works on Oleander

The 7th Annual Willow Creek Triathlon, benefiting Disabled American Veterans, will be held on August 4th, 2012 at Allegany State Park. 2011 title sponsors of the event were Northwest Savings Bank, Zippo/Case, Dresser Piping Specialties. The purpose of the event is to raise money for the Disabled American Veterans Transportation Network. The money raised is used to purchase and maintain vans providing transportation of Vets to and from VA hospitals and clinics. The money donated to the Triathlon stays within the local area, being evenly divided between the McKean and Warren County DAV Chapters.

see ONOFEST page 9

Onofest 2012Steamburg Marina Hosts 5th Annual Event August 11

Happy Birthday EllicottvilleThis Saturday Marks The 175th Birthday Of The Village Of Ellicottville

175th Birthday Party for The Village of Ellicottville’s incorporation and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Saturday, August 4 beginning at 11:30 on the church lawn and The Gazebo. 11:30 - 2:30 Hot Dogs and Refreshments sold by The Ellicottville Rotary Club 11:30 Tours of St. John’s and The Ellicottville Historical Society will begin 11:30 Lawn games on the church lawn will be available 1 - PM Music in The Gazebo provided by the musical duo of “Mandy Hintz and David Robbins”. PM Complimentary Birthday Cake and comments by local dignitaries. PM Family Bingo on The Gazebo Lawn Prizes donated by local merchants Donation of 50 cents for adults and 25 cents per child per game. PM St. John’s Episcopal Church “Old Fashioned Church Service” led by Father Michael Lonto using the 1869 prayer book.

One Summer event that is always in good taste is the annual Taste of Ellicottville. This year marks the 27th annual foodie party, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Sysco. The dates are August 11th and 12th. noon to 4pm both days. About 18 of the local restaurants participate by setting up tents selling samples of their tasty fare. The main section of downtown is closed to traffic to allow participants easy access to the food booths. Participants will be able to sample everything from pizza, to ribs. Ravioli, to pulled pork sandwiches. But save room for desert; many of the restaurants will be offering some of their luscious deserts. Tickets can be purchased for $1 each, and will be sold during the event. Food items generally go for one to four tickets. Stroll around our beautiful historic downtown, linger by the antique gazebo, and sample great local food. All you have to bring is your taste buds and an empty stomach. - John Thomas

Chef Robert Irvine, recently took his design team and talent, which have changed restaurants across the country, to the Oleander. Here they escort in the owners after the project’s completion last week. Photograph Courtesy of the Olean Times Herald. See story page 9.

The bands featured at this year’s fest are Kuk and Freddie, The Band Archives, Mojo Hand Blues Band, and this year’s new edition, Porcelain Busdrivers. There will also be vendors and games throughout the festival.

BY JaNae BuTlergaNNON uNiversiTY

The Onoville Marina is all set to put on the 5th annual “Onofest,” Saturday August 11th from noon to

Centurion Cycling is coming to Ellicottville! Grab your bike and join us for a great ride the weekend of August 18 & 19. All ability levels are welcome, and you choose your distance: 11.5 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, or 100 miles, plus a ride just for kids! Bring your family and give them the chance to meet and ride with former Buffalo Sabre, Pat LaFontaine, former Buffalo Sabre, on an 11 mile loop while helping raise funds for his Companions in

9:30 p.m. The marina is located at 704 West Perimeter Road in Steamburg New York, and the event is put on by the Department of Planning and

Courage Foundation which builds playrooms for hospitals dubbed as “Lions Dens”. Pre register now at www.centurioncycling.com to guarantee your spot. At Enturion Ellicottville, racers race, riders ride and everyone has fun! Be sure to visit ww.centurioncycling.com. Centurion events combine the mass-participation buzz of a big-city marathon with the epic feel of riding in a stage of the Tour de France.

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Just when I thought I had reached the peak of my summer fun, I found a whole new level to take it to! Yesterday I had the opportunity to fly over our beautiful Enchanted Mountains and Chautauqua Lake with a talented stunt pilot. The pilot’s marvelous stunt plane allowed me a unique view of our region very few folks get to see. And I must admit, I had my eyes open most of the time… As we swirled, twirled, climbed and plummeted through the sky, my brain worked overtime to identify places and landmarks I knew. For as beautiful our region is from the ground, the aerial

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view is simply spectacular! The green forest canopy over the hills and mountains was very striking, and the crystal blue waters of Chautauqua Lake – breathtaking. The boats all looked like tiny dots until my pilot took us in for a closer look. Such fun! I’ve always known how fortunate we are to live in such a scenic part of the state, but getting above it all really gives one an indelible impression of its true beauty. We should all thank our lucky stars to be in this place at this particular time. Enjoy every day to its fullest! Untilnextweek…JZ

Event Date: Saturday August 25th at 6 PM - ?? Guaranteed great weather. Location: John Harvard’s Pool & Cabana Bar Complex at Holiday Valley (Indoor if weather challenged) Price: - $65.00 per person - limited number of tickets will be sold Dress: Casual – New Orleans/ Cajun theme To order tickets by Credit Card call - Kegs Keighley at 699-8758 Pay by Cash, Check, Visa or Master Card All proceeds to go to the Rotary Club of Ellicottville Foundation for Youth. This is a 501C3 organization so $65 ticket is considered a donation and is tax deductible. Family Support for Ellicottville is an affiliate of the Foundation for Youth Event Information: Gourmet Dinner & Cocktail Party – Food Stations with patio table seating. Gourmet Dinner with an extensive list of premium Hors d’oeuvres & entrees Tom Kneeland inspired with a guest chef from many of Ellicottville’s fine restaurants. – 10 stations • Cabana & poolside

Voodoo MoonA Tribute to Michael Kerns, August 25th/ Letter To Sponsors

with patio table seating. Menu will be published in local papers: Cash Bar • Silent & Live auction • Door prizes • Great entertainment – Blue Sky Mission Club – starts at 6:00 PM. www.blueskymissionclub.org - http://www.facebook.com/events/189930791129430/ Tickets available at the following locations: Local bars and Restaurants & The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce. For further information contact: Greg Cappelli 716-699-5626

leTTer TO spONsOrsDear Sponsor: Our Rotary Club in Ellicottville recognized a need in the Ellicottville School District and surrounding Cattaraugus County. In 2005 we established the Rotary Club of Ellicottville Foundation for Youth to address the needs of the less fortunate in the Ellicottville area. The Foundation in that same year established a permanent Youth Center in the new Library Community Center. Beyond the Youth center we sponsor and support a number of worthy causes which are on the attached sheet. In 2010 we established Family Support for Ellicottville, which provides needed support for those families who need help from time to time, be it medical or social support. Our Club officially “kicked off” the funding for the Youth Center on June 25, 2004 with a Celebrity Dinner and Golf Tournament and followed it up with a second event in 2005. With the passing of Michael Kerns we decided to dedicate an annual dinner to his memory

and with your help the past six events were a tremendous success. In 2011 our “Another Day in Paradise” a tribute to Michael Kerns, event was a great success. This year we are changing the theme to a New Orleans, Cajun theme “Voodoo Moon” under the moon and stars. It will take place at John Harvard’s Tamarack Pool Complex on Saturday, August 25th. Last year’s party was a sellout and got rave reviews from all who attended. This new event will continue to showcase the top restaurants in Ellicottville offering a specialty dish. This year the restaurants, hosted by John Harvard’s Brew House at Holiday Valley, will feature a New Orleans themed dish. Accomplishing our objectives will not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Also as a 501c3 organization your contribution is tax deductible. To this end we have also included our W9 for your tax return. We would appreciate your support with a donation for our Auction which is a feature of this event. You or your company will be recognized as the sponsor at the event, which last year attracted a sell out crowd of more than 200 people. Please call me at 716-699-6959 to answer any questions you may have and to discuss your participation in this most worthwhile project. Sincerely, Debbie Burkhard, Mary Lou Evans & Kim Szpaicher - Rotary Club of Ellicottville Foundation for Youth.

A Message To The TeamGreat Job EVL Shredders and EVL Stingers!

Two teams of 4 boys from Ellicottville’s U10 Summer Soccer Program traveled to the BAYSO 3v3 Tournament Saturday, July 28 at The Town of Ellery Park. Five games, through the rain, they all played hard and never backed down. Good job Liam, Orry, Noah, Brice, Austin, Jack, Jameson, and Kolby. We are all very proud of you. – The Coaches and Parents.

(Not pictured: Liam & Orry) - See More Pictures on Page 11

Free Library Movie Nights2 Free Movies; The Lorax August 9 and The Huger Games August 21

Come and join us at the Ellicottville Memorial Library for popcorn and a movie! Our first film will be The Lorax- a classic, family-friendly Dr. Seuss tale in which a young boy must discover the story of this charmingly grumpy creature who speaks for the trees. Later in the month we will be showing The Hunger Games- the futuristic smash hit which was released in theatres earlier this year. All are welcome, so bring the whole family!

Activities and Fundraisers: $50,000.00 Capital Donation to the Ellicottville Memorial Library • Notebook PC’s and charging station donated to the Ellicottville Memorial Library & updated every 4 years. • Youth artistic classes. • Open to any young person at the Library • Summer Intern for the Library Summer reading program • Voodoo Moon a tribute to Michael Kerns – 6th year • Our major fundraiser to Benefit Foundation for Youth • Silent and Live auction • Children’s Halloween Party at the Legion – 4th Year - Support candy and party with volunteers from the Legion • Irish Christmas –

Activities & Fundraisers Rotary Club of E’ville & The Foundation for Youth & Family Support

6th Year – Family Support for Ellicottville - Benefits project Christmas – gifts to the less fortunate in the area Special Support Activities: Family Support for Ellicottville - An affiliate of the Foundation for Youth - Helping those in need in our community - Provide a full Thanksgiving Dinner to bring families together – over 35 families helped - Santa’s Workshop – Gifts and help for those less fortunate – over 40 families helped - Distribution of Clothing and Furniture to those in need - Women’s shelter support. • Provide school supplies to those ECS students in need each fall • Provide

monetary aid for lunch & special programs • Provide funds to support musical instrument rental for those in need • Provide yearly Scholarship for ECS Student graduate $500 • Provide yearly scholarship for BOCES local student graduate $500 • Tools for students at BOCES - Provide 1 admission tool set to needy student - Provide 1 graduation tool set for needy student. • Special Student programs - Support for ~ 5 ECS students yearly for special travel or training. • Slapshot – Rotary Youth Leadership Program Retreat - Send two local ECS students to this weekend program.

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Jennifer C. HrobuchakOctober 4, 1989-July 24, 2012: Beloved Friend & Family of Ellicottville

Jennifer Corinne Hrobuchak, 22, of South Euclid, Ohio, formerly of Galena, Ohio and Louisville, Kentucky, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born October 4, 1989 in Louisville, Kentucky and moved to Galena in 2000. Jennifer was a 2008 graduate of Olentangy High School where she was active in athletics, music, and drama. Jennifer attended Notre Dame College in Cleveland on a lacrosse scholarship and graduated Magna Cum Laude

in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in History, specializing in Intelligence and Analysis Research. Upon graduation, Jennifer was acknowledged as the Outstanding Student in Intelligence Studies and nominated for the Sister Mary Agnes Bosche Award. While attending Notre Dame, Jennifer was the Vice President of the Student Government, Co-Chair of the Intelligence and Analysis Club, a recipient of multiple Dean’s Lists and President’s List honors. Jennifer also held internships with the South Euclid and Shaker Heights Police Departments, and received accolades in recognition of her achievements and contributions as an intern with Ohio HIDTA. Jennifer was currently employed by Aldi as a District Manager. Jennifer was always happy and loved life as evidenced by her beautiful smile. She loved shopping with her mother and traveled internationally. Her and her family often enjoyed weekends in Ellicottville. She also coached and mentored girls’ lacrosse at Notre Dame Cathedral-Latin High School. Jennifer loved to work out and watch movies. She was just learning to golf and was an avid sports fan.

Jennifer will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege to know her. She is preceded in death by her grandparents Alfred C. LaMarca, and John and Mary Hrobuchak. Jennifer will be deeply missed by her loving mother, Corinne (Robert) LaMarca Gasper, Galena, OH; father, Michael (Ira) Hrobuchak, Prescott, AZ; brother, Michael Hrobuchak II, Pahrump, NV; maternal grandmother, Audrey Parsons, Westerville, OH; the love of her life, Grand Dupont, South Euclid, OH; uncle, Marty (Denise) LaMarca, Niagara Falls, NY; uncle, Brock (Kristen) LaMarca, Highland Park, IL; aunt, Jody (Thomas) LaMarca Lowry, Ellicottville, NY; uncle, John (Theresa) Hrobuchak, Beverly Hills Florida, as well as numerous other nieces, nephews, dear friends and colleagues. Family received friends on Sunday, July 29, 2012 at Schoedinger Worthington Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial and interment was private. Contributions may be made in Jennifer’s memory to Jennifer Corinne Hrobuchak Memorial Scholarship Fun, PO Box 2064 Westerville, Ohio 43086. To share memories of Jennifer, visit www.schoedinger.com.

Jennifer Corinne Hrobuchak, 22, of South Euclid, Ohio, neice of Jody (Thomas) LaMarca Lowry, Ellicottville, NY enjoyed spending time with friends in Ellicottville.

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SALAMANCA, NY – As New York gears up for the largest stock car race of the year,

Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel will add to the excitement by hosting a public meet-and-greet with legendary race car driver Rusty Wallace. The event takes place at 4:30-6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9, in the pre-function area near the Seneca Allegany Events Center. Wallace is one of the winningest drivers in the sport of professional stock car driving with 55 victories throughout his 35-year career. He is a member of the National Motorsports Press Association’s (NMPA) Hall of Fame and a two-time NMPA Driver of the Year. Wallace is widely acknowledged as one of the foremost authorities on NASCAR racing and continues to contribute as an analyst

during nationally-televised races. Wallace comes to Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel just before a major racing weekend in nearby Watkins Glen, NY. During the meet-and-greet, racing fans will have the opportunity to have their pictures taken and get autographs. Prior to the event, guests can enjoy the Winners’ Circle Hot Seat from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the casino’s gaming floor, with drawings every half-hour for a chance to drive an authentic race car simulator and win $200 in Free Slot Play. To enter, guests should play on their favorite slot machine with their free Seneca Players Club Card inserted, and then listen for their names to be called.

Meet Rusty WallaceRacing Fans Can Meet Legendary Driver Rusty Wallace Aug. 9

Rusty Wallace will be at the Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel hosting a public meet & greet next Thursday,

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Reading with DooleyReading Education Assistance Dogs Program at the Library

Attention kids – Dooley, a six year old yellow lab, would love to listen to you read!!! Dooley is part of the Reading Education Assistance Dogs program (READ) and he is a registered therapy animal who volunteers with his owner/handler Martha Brown. Their next visit is at 3 pm on August 9th. Please contact the library at 699-2842 to sign up for a fifteen minute time period if you are interested in reading.

OLEAN -- Entries are still being accepted for the Olean Gus Macker Basketball Tournament. The Olean High School Sports Boosters and the Olean City School District Foundation are calling for visitors, students and community members to sign up for the August 17-19 Gus Macker three-on-three basketball tournament. Entry deadline for teams interested in this year’s tournament are Sunday, August 4 at MIDNIGHT for applications that are submitted by mail AND for internet entries. To register on-line, go to www.macker.com or mail an application to Gus Macker Application, P.O. Box 70, Greenville, MI 48838. GOACC will be mailing completed registration forms by the end of the day, Thursday,

Macker Three-On-ThreeMacker Officials Extend Deadline

August 3. Include yours by the deadline with form and payment. No faxed application forms will be accepted. The entry fee must accompany the team application, and can be paid by check or credit card. The entry fee for four player teams is $124. The two groups anticipate having over 300 teams and 10,000 spectators from a 100-mile radius to attend the 3-day event and see this as a great opportunity to showcase Olean. The tournament will take place on Delaware Avenue and North Barry Streets in Olean, NY. The tournament, based on basketball played in driveways throughout the U.S., will include players who have no experience to those who have played college and semi-professional basketball. Primarily based on their age and level of

experience, players will be placed in divisions where they will be most evenly matched. Depending on the number of teams placed in a specific division, players and the teams they’re on will be playing for first- and second- and third trophies. Also teams that finish last in their divisions could receive “Toilet bowl” trophies. The Charter Members of the Gus Macker Olean are Park Centre Development, CUTCO/Ka-Bar Visitors Center, and the Kinley Corporation. Organizers also are looking for volunteers to keep score, serve as referees, assist with water and food distribution, and help set up and tear down. To volunteer or for more information, please contact David Carucci at (716) 372-9289 or Meme K. Yanetsko at 372-4433.

Olean, NY -- A Taste of Olean 2012, presented by Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, National Grid Co. and the Chamber’s 48 Corporate Sponsors, was again a success with thousands of hungry palates making their annual pilgrimage to downtown Olean and sampling the area’s best culinary offerings, great entertainment, and favorite beverages. Meme Krahe Yanetsko of GOACC, stated, “The community came out and supported our event even with the super hot weather – made the event a huge success and we are grateful for their support.” The Taste had 13 restaurants and the Art in the Park had 16 artists.” The GOACC and its Taste of Olean Event Committee honored Nicholas Livoto, Lou Russo and Steven Hollowell with the 2012 Taste of Olean Hospitality Wall of Fame Awards. The Hospitality Wall

Fun By The Forkfull22nd Annual Taste of Olean A Huge Success

of Fame recognized individuals and/or businesses who have made a significant contribution and given exceptional service to the food service/ hospitality industry in the past and who may continue to do so. The official Taste of Olean Taster, Al Wager of National Grid Co. chose the winners of the Taste of Olean this year. They include: Tasters’s Choice for Overall Best Taste – 17 West Bistro’s Ham Salsa Fresca Tostada; Taster’s Choice for Best Taste Main Entree- Beef n’ Barrel Restaurant’s Mini Beef on Wick; Taster’s Choice for Best Appetizer - Randy’s Up the River’s Clams Casino; and the Taster’s Choice for Best Dessert -- Miller’s Farm Market’s Cantaloupe and ice cream. Art in the Park, sponsored by the Cattaraugus County Arts Council (CCAC) held in conjunction with the Taste, is a juried fine arts show showcasing

the finest art in southwestern New York and northwestern Pennsylvania. Art in the Park recognized several of the artists in the following categories: Best of Show – Jennifer Miller; 1st Place- Tom Martin; and 2nd Place – Patricia Eckstrom. Shurfine/WPIG Backyard BBQ Area winners were Nancy Bron of Olean and Genny Brockel of Allegany winning a basket full of goodies donated by Shurfine. The Taste of Olean also collected non perishable items for the Olean Food Pantry in the Food4Pantry Contest. The winner of the $250 Shop Olean Gift Certificates was Sondra Fox of Olean. The Chamber’s next event is the 10th Annual Rally in the Valley scheduled for August 22-26, 2012. For more information on the Taste of Olean, call Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce at 716-372-4433 or email taste@oleanny.com.

The Best Rib Masters in the Nation Competing for Prizes! Professional, national, champion rib teams (aka “Ribbers”) will compete for trophies while offering their specially prepared foods to the public. The champion cooking teams include: Smokin’ Joe’s Hog Wild Barbeque - www.cantbeatjoesmeat.com • Two Fat Guys BBQ - www.twofatguysbbq.com • Wells Hog Wild - www.wellshogwildbbq.com • SGT. Oink’s BBQ Co - www.sgtoinks.com • My Happy Place BBQ - www.myhappyplacebbq.com Ribfest Music Stage - Rock You To The Bone! The Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel present the 2012 Ribfest Music Stage: Thursday, August 16: Willow Creek Band - 7 - 9 PM www.willowcreekband.com Friday, August 17: The Bob Hartle Band - 5 - 7 PM & West of the Mark - 8 - 10 PM www.westofthemark.com. Saturday, August 18: The Blues Hounds - 5 - 7 PM & “The Spirit of Johnny Cash” - 8 - 10 PM Harold Ford & The Cash Band featuring Laura Lucy as June Carter www.thejohnnycashband.com For years, people have told the singer, Harold Ford, that he looks and sounds like the

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country music legend. “I’m not trying to sound like Johnny Cash. It’s just the kind of voice I have. I’m singing his songs, but they are coming out like I am his brother. You wouldn’t believe the comments I get on my appearance and my voice,” he said. Ford finally decided to give in to what just came naturally. His shows have become a tribute to the celebrated singer with performances of Cash hits like “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Jackson.” The band also features tribute artist Laura Lucy on vocals as June Carter, Sten Isachsen on lead guitar, Mitch Throop on stand-up bass, Peter Maine on drums and Les Wheeler on rhythm guitar. Ribfest Also Featuring: KidZone - Take the whole family out to enjoy Allegany Rockin’ Ribfest! In the kidzone we will have a face painter and 4 bounce house obstacles! Pay ONLY $5/kid and recieve an ALL YOU CAN BOUNCE DAY PASS!!! Information Tent - Find out everything you need to know about the 2012 Allegany Rockin’ Ribfest at the Information Tent featuring the Seneca Salamanca Chamber of Commerce! Official Ribfest T-Shirts

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Kid’s Corner: Summer ArtSt. Bonaventure Quick Center Offers Courses to Kids this August

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University, in conjunction with The Ink Well in Allegany, is offering a four-day summer art camp for children ages 6 to 11. The camp, Hidden Treasures, will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Aug. 6 through 9 or Aug. 13 through 16. Mornings will be spent in and around the Quick Center on campus, with afternoon activities taking place at the Ink Well. Children will walk from campus to the Ink Well each day, stopping on the Allegheny River Valley Trail along the way to enjoy their own bagged lunch. On Thursday, the camp’s last day, they will be treated to a pizza party. Students will explore the hidden wonders of art each morning and create their own marvels at The Ink Well in the afternoon. “Art is everywhere, and each day, students will reveal these hidden wonders, finding

treasures in daily adventures on the university campus, surrounding areas, on nature walks, and on our daily picnics,” said Evelyn Sabina, curator of education at The Quick Center. “We’ll help them develop an appreciation and understanding of the world through art education.” Students will discover places normally unseen and learn more about the rich heritage of the Southern Tier, said Sabina. They will travel a secret stairway to discover a collection of rare and ancient books, learn about the unique architecture in Allegany and on St. Bonaventure’s campus, meet local artists, reveal the secret messages hidden in special artworks, and go behind the scenes at the Quick Center art galleries. Their afternoon art projects will include printmaking, impressionist sponge painting and foam board architecture. In addition, all students will leave the camp with a specially

created book of their own design. Ink Well owner Melissa Meyers said the only thing children need to bring with them is “their imaginations.” Students should come prepared for activities outside and dress for each day’s weather forecast. While they will not be taken outdoors in a thunderstorm, they may venture out in a light rain or in cool weather, said Sabina. Parents will drop off their children at The Quick Center in the morning and pick them up at The Ink Well in the afternoon. If weather conditions make a walk ill-advised, campers will remain at The Quick Center throughout the day. The cost for the Hidden Treasures summer camp is $119. Scholarships are available for qualifying residents. To register or for more information about the camp, visit The Ink Well at 51 E. Main St., Allegany, or call the shop at 373-0326.

Annual Triathlon to Benefit7th Annual Willow Creek Triathlon at Allegany State Park for Veterans

Participants are roughly divided into age groups for the start of the race, with our strongest competitors entering the water first. Swimmers will enter the water at 5-second intervals. As the morning mist rises off the water, partici-pants splash into Quaker Lake, swim around the lifeguard dock and back to the beach for a total of 300 yards.

The 7th Annual Willow Creek Triathlon, benefiting Disabled American Veterans, will be held on August 4th, 2012 at Allegany State Park. 2011 title sponsors of the event were Northwest Savings Bank, Zippo/Case, Dresser Piping Specialties. The purpose of the event is to raise money for the Disabled American Veterans Transportation Network. The money raised is used to purchase and maintain vans providing transportation of Vets to and from VA hospitals and clinics. The money donated to the Triathlon stays within the local area, being evenly divided between the McKean and Warren County DAV Chapters. This triathlon is run on one of the most scenic routes in the area. The event begins in Allegany State Park in New York at the Quaker Lake beach house. Quaker Lake is a manmade lake covering 268 acres. The lake is ~40 feet deep and has a 3.8 mile undeveloped shoreline. A blessing is offered for the race participants, event organizers, support teams and spectators. Participants are roughly divided into age groups for the start of the race, with our strongest competitors entering the water first. Swimmers will enter the water at 5-second intervals. As the morning mist rises off the water, participants splash into Quaker Lake, swim around the lifeguard dock and back to the beach for a total of 300 yards. Once out of the water, the racer crosses the timing pad and run through the beach house to their bikes, beginning the 15-mile race to the Corydon Hotel. The bike route loops around the north end of Quaker Lake and back to route 28-, through the Allegany State Park and then around the Allegheny Reservior. Totally surrounded by forest, the Allegheny Reservoir is the heart of one of the largest and most popular

outdoor recreation complexes in the northeastern United States. With mile markers along the way, participants will weave through the forest to Giordano’s New Corydon Hotel. Bikers dismount at the Hotel and put on their running shoes and head for the Willows Restaurant, 3 miles up the road. About one hour after the start, the first place winner crosses the finish line. Spectators, committee members, family and friends cheer the racers on until the last tri-athlete comes in. The Willows Restaurant venue provides more fun and entertainment with raffles, food, refreshments and a band. Place finishers are determined by the electronic timing devices provided by Runner’s High. Awards are given for the winners in the following categories: Top racer. Top 3 overall male and female individuals, top female team, top male team, youngest combined team, oldest combined team and the top in each age group. Age groups are <15 years, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, and so on, at five-year intervals. The last age group includes tri-athletes 70 years and older. For the clydesdale team division, all members of the team must weigh over 200 pounds individually. Top, male and female individuals also receive a

special award, the Thom Maholic Memorial Award. Master Sergeant Thom Maholic was a Green Beret with Special Forces in Afghanistan. He lost his life in a battle with the Taliban in June 2006. Thom was a true tri-athlete, a true American and a true veteran. This award honors those who are true to themselves. Braveheart awards are given to those determined people who make an extra effort under extenuating circumstances to compete in and complete the triathlon. The Willow Creek Triathlon Committee has honored an 8-year-old boy and girl who completed the course with their father, a female cancer survivor and a young woman fighting a mental illness. Registration starts at 7:00 AM, with a rules meeting at 9:00 AM and the start at 9:30AM. Both individuals and teams of 2 or 3 may participate. Entry fees are $35 for an individual and $75 for a team if pre-registered by July 24th, 2012. After that date, registrations fees are $45 and $85, respectively. For more information visit: www.runhigh.com or www.trifind.com. Email registration questions: registrations@w i l l o w c r e e k t r i a t h l o n .org Email race event questions: director@willowcreektriathlon.org

Motorcycles Ride From VegasHoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge 6000 Miles to Irving, NY

On August 5, 2012 thousands of motorcycle endurance riders will be leaving Las Vegas and heading straight for our area. Irving, NY to be exact. The Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge kicks off and will be quite the ride for the riders who were willing to accept such a challenge. It takes the riders along some of the most scenic roads in the lower 48 United States. 6000 miles later the riders will be crossing the finish line at Wolf’s Run in Irving. The Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge celebrates all that is good, pure and powerful in the warrior spirit. It celebrates the courage to go into untested

waters, the strength to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges, and the confidence and skill to take on enormous tasks. There is no better place to end such a celebration that in Wolf’s Run, in the heart of the Seneca Nation territory. A meet and greet with these road warriors is planned for August 17th from 11 am to 1 pm. Gowanda-Harley Davidson of Gowanda and the Gowanda HOG Chapter will be hosting the 2012 finish line festivities on August 18th. Come and enjoy live music, food and drinks with the world’s baddest long distance endurance riders!!

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They didn’t deserve this. No one does. It’s happened in so many different towns across America that I’ve lost count. Now, the horror and helplessness that has visited so many American households has blasted it’s way into the seemingly innocuous city of Aurora Colorado. Much like the town of Columbine, just fifteen minutes down the road, Aurora will never be the same. By now we all know what happened in that darkened theater in Colorado. We’ve heard the survivors tell their stories and we’ve seen the monster who brought death to so many. We’ve got the facts. We know what happened and, unfortunately, we know what happened next. Nothing. This country, in the face of tragedy, especially tragedies involving guns, fills to the point of bursting with band-wagons, high-horses and soap boxes. In the end, it seems, “The Joker” isn’t the only coward here. Guns. There it is. The “purple elephant” in the room. The thing nobody wants to talk reasonably about. There is no middle ground here. “Guns don’t kill people. People kill people.” Bull.

People with guns kill people. Plain and simple. “The Joker,” didn’t walk into that theater and start throwing bullets. He pulled a trigger. Over and over and over again. People died. Young. Old. Rich. Poor. They all died and they all died of gunshot wounds. Spin it any way you want. That’s what happened. It will keep happening. The NRA wants you to believe that President Obama wants your guns. They’re, as usual, lying. As an Obama supporter, I’m here to tell you that the President, in my eyes and in the eyes of many of his Liberal supporters, has failed miserably when it comes to gun control. He has received an across the board grade of F from the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence headed by former Reagan Press Secretary James Brady and he has signed more gun friendly bills into law than his Republican predecessor. So lets get that out of the way right now. Obama talks the talk about gun control but he doesn’t, and wont, walk the walk. This isn’t a political issue. It has nothing to do with Obama despite what the NRA wants you to think. They politicize an issue in order to distract you until the next news cycle when, they know from the past, your mind will move on to other issues. As for the new idea that’s currently making the rounds on Conservative talk shows that this could have been prevented if someone else in the theater was armed? Armed with what? A bazooka? The air was filled with tear gas. It was dark. The attacker was wearing a gas mask and full body armor. He was carrying several guns including an AR-15 with a hundred round magazine. Someone in the crowd armed, presumably, with a handgun, would have simply

been a dead person in the crowd armed with a handgun. Or a person who had just shot wildly towards the sound of gunfire striking god knows what. The end. So where do I stand? I stand on the side of reason. The Second Amendment was written by a group of men who had never, and never would see anything more advanced than a single-shot musket. They wrote the words “well regulated militia” for a reason and they lived in a country where the vast majority of the people still relied on guns for survival. Those days are long gone. AR-15’s, armor piercing and hollow-point bullets, and AK’s are built for one reason and one reason only. They kill people. And yet, despite my Liberalism, I believe that Americans do have the right to own guns. But I also believe in a bit of common sense regulation. Everyone should be required to wait a certain amount of time before purchasing a gun. This waiting list just might give a person intent on violence a little more time to reconsider his actions. I also believe in extensive background checks. If, like the Aurora gunman, you are currently or have in the past been seeking psychiatric help you shouldn’t be allowed to own a gun. As for weapons and ammunition specifically designed to kill people? Do you honestly need to own an M-16? Really? What we’re left with is nothing more than an empty theater. Blood stained and echoing with the memories of the dead. Like so many other hellish scenes across the country, this one will soon be forgotten. Referenced only by politicians, hacks and commentators. We move on. Until someone else opens fire.

When I was introduced to the raw food diet for the first time I had mixed feelings and wasn’t sure what to expect. I of course have had and prepared some different raw dishes growing up like Mexican chopped salsa, guacamole, pico de gallo, veggie juicing, cauliflower ceviche and salads, but to have an entire meal with nothing cooked and no animal protein whatsoever was different.The first class I took changed the way I looked at foods, specially raw foods,it pretty much changed my life. The first time I took a raw food class was amazing to see that after having 5 courses in a couple of evening hours I felt so good and so light. I Slept great that night and the next morning felt more energized and vibrant. No, it wasn’t my imagination, it was real. Raw foods energize our body and spirit in a very special way. First of all the recipes one can prepare are delicious, that to me and my family is very important. When you make a meal that is 100% nutritious and delicious you have achieved a higher level of nourishing your body. The vibrant flavors and colors you are able to combine are fabulous. Raw foods have much more nutrients and fibers than cooked foods do. The enzymes are active and present, because there

is no heat applied. The life force of fresh vegetables, fruits, seeds and nuts is just invaluable. Briggitte Mars author of Rawsome! Says: Raw foods are digested easily and quickly, in 24-36hours as opposed to 48-100 hours for cooked food. Your body’s vitality won’t be sapped from breaking down hard-to-digest foods. A raw food diet strengthens the immune system, thereby preventing illness and helping you overcome nagging ailments. I love the fact that eating raw meals consistently may help to improve the health of those suffering with inflammatory unbalances like arthritis, asthma, high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, menstrual problems, digestive ailments, allergies, obesity, psoriasis, skin conditions, heart disease, diverticulitis, weakened immunity, depression and hormonal balance. Brigitte points out that your eyes will become brighter and your voice more clear. Skin and muscle tone will improve. Memory and concentration may become sharper. You will feel better and have more energy. Raw food eating is great for weight loss as well, because you can melt away those extra pounds without being hungry or doing hard to adjust changes. You can maintain your weight optimally for as long as you wish while eating raw. One more thing I like is the fact that you don’t have to use the stove, no gas, no packaging, no pollution, you never have to clean the oven either! Raw foods are living foods, their nutrients and enzymes are intact, more so if they are organic. They may be dehydrated, frozen or fermented, but not heated to a temperature over 110 F. Steamed vegetables are usually cooked at 212F. Unfortunately, many vitamins lose potency at about 130 F. Vitamins A,D,E, and K are destroyed in cooking. Cooking disrupts the structure of indoles, which may have anticancer compounds found in vegetables like broccoli and cabbage.In his book Eating for Beauty, Dave Wolf and advocate of natural health and raw foods, says

“ Raw plant-food is beautiful. Preparing and eating this type of food is an art. Every ingredient is a new color. Each meal is a cloud, a stream, or a flower—a piece of the magnificent painting you are becoming. We can see the intense, vibrant, electromagnetic, and luminescent patterns found in raw foods.” To me Wolf states: “ the raw-food ideal represents not only a way to live in peace, love, and harmony with nature and the animals, it also represents the highest aspirations of beauty in the human spirit.” I agree with Dave. I personally love making these meals and teaching others. My advise to you would be to start adding one meal at a time. Don’t try change your meals over night. Take classes and learn to prepare these simple, delicious amazing meals and start feeling the incredible benefits. For more information on Raw Food Energy Classes please contact Nature’s Remedy in Ellicottville, NY 716-699-4372 . While you are experimenting with this new concept, it is wise to always supplement your diet with Food Enzymes or Proactazyme to help your body to breakdown old cooked food residues and relieve general stagnation, this will allow your body to be prepared to assimilate raw foods better. I also like Nature’s Harvest, it provides nutrient-dense plants, fruits and herbs for health and energy. Provides 75% of the Daily Value for 18 essential vitamins and minerals. Contains green foods, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, nutritive herbs, fiber and more. Provides 13 g vegetable protein per serving. For more information please call Nature’s Remedy in Ellicottville at 716-699-4372 or visit www.natures-remedy.net e-mail us at naturesremedy@verizon.net The information found on this article is for educational purposes only to empower people with knowledge to take care of their own health. We disclaim any liability if the reader uses or prescribes any remedies, natural or otherwise, for him/herself or another.

By sharon turano

Owners and employees of an Olean-area restaurant have been given hope their business will succeed, while area diners have a transformed place to eat. Chef Robert Irvine, recently took his design team and talent, which have changed restaurants across the country,

to the Oleander. Irvine hosts the Food Network’s “Restaurant Impossible,” a show that airs at 10 p.m. Wednesdays to show how he can change restaurants that are nominated for transformation. After choosing them, he visits the establishments to do a business assessment by observing staff to determine weak spots, updating menus, retraining employees, making cosmetic changes and telling others about the reopening … all within two days and a

budget of $10,000. Not only does the show’s staff work to change the restaurant, but also the lives of its owners and employees in its bid to make the establishment a successful one.Oleander staff referred comment to Food Network officials about the visit, and Food Network officials could not be reached to comment. Irvine has been on various television shows and served as a chef for celebrities, royalty and more before bringing talents to Olean recently.

Development, Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County. Featured at this year’s Onofest will be multiple bands, food vendors, and fireworks to end the night.Amy Bragg, administrative assistant to Jeff Davis, Recreational Area Manager for the Marina, said that this is a very family friendly event that has become increasingly popular in the last few years it has been done. “All you have to do is bring a chair and bring a blanket,” she said. “There’s plenty of open space for people to enjoy the fest.” The price for the event is simply $5 per car load/vehicle, meaning there is a $5 flat rate for as many people as can fit into a car. The bands featured at this year’s fest are Kuk and

Freddie, The Band Archives, Mojo Hand Blues Band, and this year’s new edition, Porcelain Busdrivers. Also featured will be craft vendors selling tye-dye shirts and jewelry and the Frewsburg Fire Department, who will have a kid-oriented game. Some exhibits, including ones from Lime Lake Marine, who will bring down a couple of boats and campers to have on display and for sale, include Zahm & Mattson’s and John Deere of Falconer, who will have a display and also riding mowers and garden tractors. Food will also be available from Bayview and the Horseshoe Inn Restaurant. Bragg said that Onofest is getting to be more and more recognized every year, as close to 1,000 people came last year. She also said that this year’s addition of the new band, Porcelain Busdrivers, will also help bring in an ever larger turnout. “People who’ve attended in the past years have

asked us about getting that particular band booked, and this year we were able to pull it off,” she said. “We’re excited to see how many of their followers we bring in.” Bragg also said that the event is sure to have a promising turnout, as both the camping and temporary dock on the marina sold out back in February, before an official date was even set for this year’s event. Bragg also said that this is event is completely family friendly, as there are no alcohol sales and none allowed on the premises. So if you’re looking for a fun way to conclude the end of summer with your friends and/or family, check out the 5th annual Onofest, which is sure to have something for everyone. “All we can hope for now is nice weather,” she said. For more information on the Onofest and the marina, check out their Facebook page under “Onoville Marina Park,” or call them at 716-354-2615.

2012 Women’s Music Summit; August 29-30 Near Woodstock, NYDay Trippin’

July 16, 2012, Big Indian, NY -- The Women’s Music Summit has announced the addition of a variety of music industry veterans to participate in panel discussions. The following industry experts have been added to speak at the Summit: Tobi Parks of Sony Music, Kate Pokorny of Indaba Music, Carise Yatter of Hired Gun Media, Jessica Sternick of Red Entertainment, and Laura Taylor, Sr VP of Operations for Guitar Center. Summit producer Laura B. Whitmore will facilitate the Summit’s panels, focusing on Publishing, Distribution, Management, Alternative Careers in Music, as well as PR and Promotion. Taking place August 28 – 31, 2012 at the Full Moon Resort in Big Indian, NY, near Woodstock, the Women’s Music Summit is a music immersion gathering that focuses on female musicians. Players of all instruments and levels are invited to come together to learn, practice, perform, and connect. Summit events include instructional

workshops, master classes, round table panels, group dinners, jam sessions, and so much more. Artist counselors include Meshell Ndegeocello, Bibi McGill (Pink, Beyoncé), Kaki King, Malina Moye, Marnie Stern, Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, Smashing Pumpkins), and more. The Women’s Music Summit discounted pricing offer has been extended to August 1st, 2012. Single-day pricing now starts as low as $300/day for tent camping, and only $385/day for a double occupancy room in Full Moon Resort’s rustic, country inn. This pricing includes meals and all Summit workshops. In addition, musicians that register for both Wednesday and Thursday will receive a pre-Summit free upgrade! This includes complimentary accommodations/camping for Tuesday night as well, including dinner, an hour of open bar, breakfast Wednesday morning, and more. The Women’s Music Summit offers a high-quality experience,

integrating a blend of academic, instructional and social elements, as well as personal interface with the artists - not only at forums, panels, classes, and jam sessions, but also at meal times and throughout evening activities.The Summit is supported by Guitar Center, Dean Markley, Lagunitas Brewery, Earthworks Audio, Guitar World, Guitar Player, Bass Player, Keyboard Magazine and ElectronicMusician. The Women’s Music Summit is part of the Music Masters Camps, a series of weeklong instructional workshops at Full Moon Resort. This year’s programs also include Dweezil Zappa, Ricky Skaggs, Richard Thompson, Medeski Martin & Wood, Todd Rundgren, Paul Gilbert, Umphrey’s McGee, and more. For more information on the Women’s Music Summit, go to www.womensmusicsummit.com or contact Laura Whitmore at laura@mad-sun.com or Tresa Redburn at tmumba@aol.com.

The following industry experts have been added to speak at the Summit: Tobi Parks of Sony Music, Kate Pokorny of Indaba Music, Carise Yatter of Hired Gun Media, Jessica Sternick of Red Entertainment, and Laura Taylor, Sr VP of Operations for Guitar Center.

OLEAN -- Olean Gus Macker has scheduled Friday, August 17th as The Visions Hotel Friday FunFest. A part of the FunFest will be the Sponsors Tournament -- open to all sponsors who would like to participate in a mini 3 on 3 basketball tourney. (This is not the same as the actual Gus Macker 3-on-3.) The players on your team must be actual employees (or spouse), and consist of at least two females. The mini tournament is a single elimination played to

Sponsors TournamentFriday, August 17 - Corporate Sponsor Appreciation Day

8, win by 2, or 12 minutes which ever comes first. Call your own fouls. Registration begins at 5:30 PM, games starts at 6 PM. Last year’s corporate sponsor tournament winner was a team from the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce. Who will have the bragging rights this year? The Visions Hotel FunFest will also include the Olean Family YMCA inflatables (free on Friday), food concessions, the referee meeting, and basketball. All courts (besides

the ones used for the Sponsors Tournament) will be open - bring your basketball down and your game! For more information or to register a team, please call Meme K. Yanetsko at 372-4433 by August 15th. 3-on-3 Basketball, America’s largest outdoor basketball tournament will be held in Olean August 17-19, 2012. The 3-day event will be organized and will benefit both the Olean High School Sports Booster and the Olean City School District Foundation.

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July 30 – August 5Cattaraugus County FairLittle Valley- 4H Shows,

Demolition Derby, and on August 2 at 8pm country music

star Josh Turner Live In Concert. For concert tickets call 716-938-9146.

August 2Gazebo Concert (FREE)

Ellicottville – Th e Visitors with Maria Sebastian’s American / Pop Band from 7-9pm. Bring a chair or a blanket to sit on and enjoy

the music.

August 2Gowanda’s Music In � e ParkGowanda – Crash Cadilac. All concerts are held in Chang-Hu

Park. Performances start at 6:30 pm and food and refreshments

will be available.

August 4Randolph’s 1st Annual Kids

DayRandolph- Big trucks, craft s,

games, food and more! Festivities begin at 2:00 pm. FREE admission. Outdoor movie begins at dusk and

FIREWORKS follow.

August 5Ultra Trail Run

Holiday Valley, Ellicottville – 12 mile and 4 mile challenging trail runs at the Sports Center from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Race day

registration welcomed.August 5 – 12

Portville’s 175th Anniversary Festival

Portville- A 7 day festival in honor of the town’s 175th anniversary. Horse Pull,

Antique Tractor Pull, “Taste of Portville”, and Demonstrations by local fi re dept.

August 7Gowanda’s Music In � e Park

Gowanda – Judd Sunshine Duo. All concerts are held in

Chang-Hu Park. Performances start at 6:30 pm and food and refreshments will be available

August 8 Wednesdays in the Arboretum 2012Ellicottville- Free gardening

lecture in Nannen Arboretum from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.

Presented by Master Gardener Volunteers of Cornell University

Cooperative.

August 9Gazebo Concert (FREE)

Ellicottville – Mirage. Nuevo Flamenco and World –Flavored

Music. From 7-9pm.

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LEGAL NOTICESNotice of Organization of Eminence Group Properties, LLC. The name of the limited liability company is Eminence Group Properties, LLC (the LLC). The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State on April 27, 2012. The LLC office is located in Cattaraugus County. The Secretary of State is designated as agent for service of process. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any such process to 3450 Caswell Road, Randolph, NY 14772. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful business activity.

Notice of formation of JAHENGO WARRANTY, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (“SSNY”) on 07/02/2012. Office location County of Cattaraugus. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: The LLC, 4 St. Mary’s Drive, Allegany, NY 14706. Purpose: any lawful act.

Notice of formation of LABELLA OF OLEAN, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (“SSNY”) on 06/15/2012. Office location County of Cattaraugus. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: The LLC, 228-230 North Union Street, Olean, NY 14760. Purpose: any lawful act.

Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: Cozy Cabin Alpaca Farm, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/24/2012. Office location: Cattaraugus County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: C/O Cozy Cabin Alpaca Farm LLC, PO Box 123, Dayton, NY 14041. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Latest date upon which LLC is to dissolve: No specific date.

2343 UNION ROAD, LLC, a domestic LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 6/19/12. Office location: Cattaraugus County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 11726 Markhams Rd., Gowanda, NY 14070. General Purposes.Notice of a Formation of Nash Hill Farm & Nature Conservancy, LLC (“LLC”) has been formed as a domestic limited liability company by filing Articles of Organization with the NYSS on July 12, 2012. Office location is Cattaraugus County. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process served upon him/her to 9172 Point Peter Road, Gowanda, NY. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be formed under the New York Limited Liability Company Law.

Notice of Formation of VB WEST STATE, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/13/12. Office location: Cattaraugus County. Princ. office of LLC: 1407 W. State St., Olean, NY 14760. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Victor A. Vena, 105 Two Mile Rd., Shinglehouse, PA 16748. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

EMPLOYMENTFALLING WATERS SPA at Holiday Valley Looking for Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Nail Tech. Please call Brandy at 716-677-9700.

HELP WANTED. Part-time, year-round, position available! Looking for an energetic, responsible, social-able, self-motivated, sales individual! Available to work weekends, is a must. Please apply in person and bring a resume to Daff Dry Goods, 17 Washington St., Ellicottville, NY 14731, 716-699-2293.

Help Wanted- Roofers needed. Must be Experienced, will not train. (716) 572-7303

Telemark Motel is looking for hard working, detail oriented housekeepers. Experience necessary! Must work weekends. Part-time summer months, full-time winter ski season. Call 699-4193 to apply.

Dina’s Restaurant looking for full and/or part time breakfast, lunch and dinner cooks. Please apply in person. 15 Washington Street, Ellicottville

Seeking a caring, reliable, honest person to provide HOME CARE for elderly woman in Ellicottville, NY. Safety monitoring, ambulatory assistance, personal care, meal preparation, light cleaning. Experience required. References. Plus...must like cats. Call 716-699-2590 details, interview.

Charity In Need? If you would like to make money for yourself and your favorite charity or non-profit organization, find out how. Ph. 716-665-4034.

We’re Expanding! Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel Expansion Job Fair. Wednesday, August 8, Noon to 8pm. Location: Seneca Events Center. Onsite interviews will be conducted for opportunities within Resort Operations, Food & Beverage and Gaming departments. Get in the Game, come join the Winning team!

WANTEDRetired Couple from Florida Looking for Summer Rental in Ellicottville near the Village. Would return yearly. June to October or close to dates. Staying here now. Looking for August and September 2012. 941-224-6670.

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

For Rent in Ellicottville – 2 BR Furnished apartment with laundry room, long term or short-term, no smokers or pets. Please call – 649-6922

Seasonal Rental: Newly furnished 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, loft style apt., includes utilities. 5 Miles from village and slopes! No smoking or pets. $1600/month, 4 month minimum. Please call: 814-558-1745

SEASONAL & FESTIVAL RENTALS - 2 & 3 bdrm, fully furnished, in the Villageemail - rosiepeaks@hotmail.com Phone - (905) 651-3342 or (905) 357-9163.

Quaint Evl Village detached, studio apartment. Newly renovated. Available year round. No smoking. No pets. 716-472-8968.

SERVICES AVAILABLEFurniture Repaired, Refinished Or Replicated: Machine Caning replaced. Custom Furniture Built To Your Desire. New! Home Theater Cabinets or Shelves Designed & Built. FIVE POINTS, 716-938-6315, fivepnts@localnet.com, Visit fivepnts.com for Photos. Interior Finishing By Tom Clauss: Painting, plastering, remodeling, repairs, restoration work, electrical, plumbing & more. PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SPECIAL: DISCOUNTED PRICES! Free estimates. Call today! 716-949-9155.

CARPET CLEANING : upholstery, deck/house power washing, painting, and misc. repairs. Call C.P.R. today @ 716-353-0500 : email us @ info@carpetprosrestoration.com or fax us @ 1-716-699-1043.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE56 inch 1080p JVC television. $500 Call 397-9527

Take the curves with Porsche-like precision in this well cared for 1987 Mazda RX-7 TURBO. Full power, stick shift, sunroof & air. Electric cut-out exhaust. 73.2K miles. No winters & no issues. Potential tuner car. Asking $4,800 or BO. Call 665-4034.For Sale: 1988 Chevy Corvette. $6000 OBO. Call For Details. (716) 372-3082

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