Let Us Practice Empathy
What is empathy really? Is it a feeling? Is it an act or behavior? Can you see it or touch it? Have you heard the word or phrase but seem puzzled by what it truly is?
Give it Time
My studio was shut down on March 16, 2020 in what I thought was going to be a temporary blip. Flash forward 365 days, one whole year later and my studio is still navigating new guidelines and requirements to operate fully.
Ellicottville Looks Forward to 2021 Events
The March meeting of the Ellicottville Village Board opened with two pieces of good news. Two checks were received: the first is a refund check from Workers Compensation; The second, from the Cattaraugus County sales tax distribution.
Southern Tier Biennial Juried Art Exhibition Now Accepting Applications
As one of the Southern Tier’s most prestigious juried art exhibitions, the 2021 Southern Tier Biennial (STB) is extending an exceptional opportunity for artists in the nine counties of New York State’s Southern Tier to apply.
GOACC Unveils a Dual Publication
Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce began sending out its 56-page dual publication in February. The one side is the GOACC Membership Directory; the other side is a Visitors Guide.
Kristen Hintz Memorial Scholarship
Kristen Hintz was a senior at Ellicottville Central School when her life was tragically cut short by an automobile accident in 2000. Her memory lives on through a scholarship to help send Ellicottville graduates on to college.
Wolfinger Family Fund Supports School District Needs in Ellicottville, Coudersport, Smethport
The Wolfinger Family Fund at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is making possible $2,000 in support for the Ellicottville, Smethport (PA) and Coudersport (PA) school districts.
CTE Center at Ellicottville Students Receive Advanced Training Through College, Local Partners
Students from the CA BOCES CTE Center at Ellicottville Power Equipment Technology program recently received a day of advanced heavy equipment electrical training.
SK8EVL Raffling Holiday Valley Season Pass & Other Prizes
Interested in scoring a combo pass to Holiday Valley for next season? SK8EVL, a local group of skateboarding advocates, is currently selling raffle tickets to raise money for the Ellicottville Skatepark Fund.
Give Trenton a Lift
At the beginning of October 2020, the family of Trenton Pierce of Great Valley organized a donation drive with the goal of raising funds to purchase an all-accessible mobile home, which will accommodate Trenton’s needs — who is diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
Save the Date!
The Rotary Club of Ellicottville’s Tuscan Moon – Gourmet Cocktail Party is returning in 2021! The fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, August 28th at 6:00pm at John Harvard’s Cabana Bar & Pool Complex at Holiday Valley.
ECS Senior Tubing Day
Holiday Valley teamed up with the officers and advisors of the class of 2021 to create a day of fun and laughter as the Valley opened their tubing park for the senior class to enjoy for a few hours this past Wednesday, March 10th.
NOW this… by Brenda
Did any of us think last March that a two-week “cautionary” shutdown would carry on for a whole year? Certainly not I. This pandemic has made quite an impact on so many levels for so many people. Thankfully for our mental state, we live in a ski town.
Soup Bowl Fundraiser
On St. Patrick’s Day, CCA is hosting their annual soup fundraiser at their Jefferson Street building. All proceeds will benefit CCA’s kitchen by helping the agency make much-needed repairs to the freezers, refrigerators, dishwashers and more.
Happy Birthday, Reggie Mawson
For his upcoming 90th birthday (on March 20th), we at EllicottvilleNOW would like to recognize Reggie Mawson, a fellow who helped make and keep Ellicottville a fun and friendly place.
The COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout Explained
Across our nation, a vaccine has been deployed to battle the COVID-19 virus. This comes with so many questions nationwide, including right here in Cattaraugus County.
Spring Shop Local
Step into spring with some of our top product picks for the season! From ski and snowboard shop end of season deals to spring fashion, you’ll be ready for the sunshine in no time.
Working Out With Intention
This week I am going to back track to an article I wrote a few issues ago about the duration of time for an effective workout and tag onto that - working out with intention.
Raise your Paws for E.A.R.S.!
We did it again! We raised $1,000 for Empire Animal Rescue (EARS) through the sale of Willow's 2021 calendars!
Home Gardening
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cattaraugus County continues its virtual Gardening Workshop Series, featuring presentations focused on home gardening and resources from the Cornell Garden Based Learning Library.
