Whisper Mountain Ranch in Great Valley, NY invites riders of all levels to enjoy scenic trail rides, lessons, and year-round horse-powered fun, including winter skijoring! Learn more about this family-run ranch with deep roots and a love for healing through horses.

Join Springville Center for the Arts on July 25 for a free Studio Open House at The Lab. Enjoy interactive art stations, shopping, refreshments, and hands-on experiences like the new “Moss Bar” and mini photo sessions.

Calling all actors, singers, and musicians! Springville Center for the Arts is holding auditions July 21 & 23 for its fall production of the musical comedy Lumberjacks in Love. Drop in and showcase your talents.

Discover the ancient power of gong sound baths with energy healer Suzy Woo. Join her for a unique healing experience aboard the historic Bemus Point-Stow Ferry on July 31st. Limited tickets available, support the Ferry and your well-being in one transformative evening.

The Rotary Club of Ellicottville celebrates 200% membership growth, awards $8,000 in grants and scholarships, and installs new leadership, all while continuing its mission of community service.

Join HoliMont and the Alzheimer’s Association for Pedals 4 Progress on Saturday, August 9. Enjoy a day on the bike trails while raising funds for care, research, and support programs for those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Live music heats up in Ellicottville with the return of the 2025 Gazebo Series starting July 17, followed by the crowd-favorite Jazz & Blues Weekend, July 25–27. Free concerts, vibrant village venues, and summer vibes await.

The Cattaraugus County 4-H Program is gearing up for the 2024 County Fair, July 26–August 2, with over 250 youth exhibitors showing animals, baked goods, crafts, and more—all under this year’s fun “Outerspace” theme.

Registration is now open for Cattaraugus Gives 2024! This high-impact Giving Tuesday fundraiser helps local nonprofits raise vital funds and compete for prize money. Learn more at cattaraugusgives.org.

Join the excitement at the 5th Annual HillTAP Festival on July 26th at Holiday Valley! Featuring live music, craft drinks, food trucks, mountain sports, and family fun in a scenic alpine setting.

With support from the Bob McCarthy Foundation, Ellicottville Library continues its long-running Summer Reading Program by welcoming a new intern to inspire young readers.

Salamanca Summer Fest is back July 12! Celebrate Native American culture, shop small, enjoy live music, food & family fun in this one-of-a-kind city on Seneca Nation land.

Celebrate Native American culture and honor veterans at the 34th Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow, July 19–20 in Salamanca, NY. Dance, drums, crafts, food & more!

Discover how functional strength training builds everyday movement confidence and reduces pain at any age. Tips from certified trainer Kim Duke of Core Performance Fitness in Ellicottville, NY.

The sixth annual fundraiser tees off August 18, supporting Holiday Valley’s all-volunteer ski patrol with a fun day of golf, prizes, and community spirit.

The Ellicottville Memorial Library invites families to a free petting zoo experience on July 15, along with fun activities and sign-ups for the “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program.

Explore America’s knife-making heritage at the Village of Knives Celebration in Little Valley, NY — July 11–12. With 125 vendor tables, family-friendly activities, rare knife collections, and local history, it’s a one-of-a-kind event you won’t want to miss.

The Village of Ellicottville, in partnership with Cattaraugus County, has secured a $1 million grant to transform the historic 1887 Building into workforce housing and commercial space.

Make the most of Labor Day weekend at Kinzua Rocks the Wake. A free three-day festival on the Allegheny Reservoir with water ski shows, live concerts, food trucks, and outdoor fun just an hour from Ellicottville.

Discover 42 Degrees North, a new luxury chalet community atop Poverty Hill in Ellicottville, NY. Enjoy modern modular homes, wooded privacy, and quick access to town.