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December 10-16, 2009 Volume 04 ~ Issue 49

SANTA’S SHERIFF’S PROGRAM: ANNUAL CAMPAIGN KICKS OFF SIXTH YEAR OF GIVING . . . PAGE 2

BENEFIT CONCERT: DECEMBER 2 ~ SPRINGVILLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS, 6:30PM

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Holiday Valley Open For The SeasonTamarack Club Welcomes Guests Beginning Next Friday

Quality Market Slated To CloseEllicottville is Hopeful of a New Grocer to Remain Open

Sneak PeekIn This Issue . . .

Up Close & Personal with Ken Brown ... page 9 By Stephanie Hacker, St. Bonaventure UniversityKen Brown is the father of four, and grandfather of fi ve, and can keep up with them all. This Saturday, December 12, he will be celebrating his 79th Birthday. Ken was born and raised in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, but Ellicottville has always been his home away from home. As the owner of Corbetts Ski shop in Oakville, he would send nearly 40 buses to Ellicottville each year packed full with ski enthusiasts.

MicroWinery Coming To Ellicottville‘Winery of Ellicottville’ Wines to be Produced on Monroe Street

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BY IAN BIGGS

Quality Market’s Washington Street store in Ellicottville is one of the unlucky stores scheduled to close on February 15th after parent company Penn Traffi c fi led for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Unless a new buyer is found, the parent company will likely close 53 stores and layoff more than 4,000 employees throughout Western New York according to a November 24th story by the Associated Press. Terry Kushner, VP of Consumer Affairs for Penn Traffi c, said Quality “may move forward or backwards” and was hesitant to speculate what

would ultimately happen with the stores. For now “an agreement has been made with lenders to sell all assets, and the Ellicottville store is part of those assets” he said. Quality lost $17.2 million last year and $42 million in the year previous, according to the AP Story. They have struggled for more than a decade. It emerged in 2005 from a two-year bankruptcy reorganization, but has continued to lose money. Ellicottville Mayor Coolidge said, “Hopefully someone will want to step up and come in” and he will “start making calls” regarding getting another grocery store in town. “Possibly Park View or

Park-n-Shop would want to come in and hopefully something can beworked out.” The Mayor received a letter last week from Penn Traffi c regarding the bankruptcy fi ling. Jim Reed of Olean Wholesale, which represents Parkview, Park and Shop and Reid’s Food Barn, is optimistic about Ellicottville’s situation. He is “95% certain thatsomeone will pick up the Ellicottvillelocation” and continued, “the lastthing Ellicottville residents should be worried about is not having agrocery store.” In a November 18th press release,

Holiday Valley opens its 2009-2010 Ski Season today, Thursday December 10, 2009 with three quad chairlifts (Creekside, Mardi Gras and Yodeler) and up to ten slopes (including Mardi Gras, Candy Cane loop, Yodeler, School Haus, Independence and Edelweiss) running from 9am-10pm (see story page 5.) Holiday Valley Resort has an expected goal of having all 56 slopes and 13 lifts open by Christmas. Holiday Valley Tubing Company is slated to open next Friday, December 18. As promised, the new Tamarack Club is readying for the upcoming season with crews working steadfastly to meet the deadline. Successfully they have been taking reservations for its fi rst rental guests to stay next Friday, December 18. This Sunday, the public can experience some of the luxurious amenities the Tamarack Club offers to its owners and guests as the new Falling Waters Spa in the Club opens its doors; reservations can be made today by calling 716-677-9700. John Harvard’s Brew House, the new slopeside restaurant in the Tamarack Club, is also preparing to open to the public; Steve Gotreau of the Boston Culinary Group says, “We’re washing China and glassware now; we’re that close,” (see full story page 9.)

BY IAN BIGGS Dominic Spicola isn’t a stranger to making wine, having made it for many years. His son-in-law Samuel Sheehy also has a passion for making wine and is currently employed at a winery in Sheridan, New York. Dominic and Samuel plan to bring to Ellicottville (albeit

after receiving planning approval) the Winery of Ellicottville, bottling and selling their own “micro” made wines. Their proposal of turning the old Culligan Water Building at 14 Monroe Street into a Micro Winery came before the Village Planning Board at this past Tuesday’s meeting. A Special Use Permit for

a new business was requested. Architectural plans were presented and Village Planning Board member Nancy Rogan touted them as “super”. They proposed to move the Culligan Building forward and add a second story. Owner Dominic Spicola said passer-bys “would be able to see the wine vats through the windows”. Rogan added that

the top half of the building wouldbe similar in architecture to that ofCoffee Culture, in keeping with thecurrent town’s look. Spicola hopes to have wine tastingswith his “Winery of Ellicottville”labeled wine. He intends to useonly grapes grown in New York

Jim Reed of Olean Wholesale, which represents Parkview, Park and Shop and Reid’s Food Barn, is optimistic about Ellicottville’s situation. He is “95% certain that someone will pick up the Ellicottville location” and continued, “the last thing Ellicottville residents should be worried about is not having a grocery store.” Ellicottville Chamber Presents Donation Check

To the Alley Katz ... 4The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the local Alley Katz with a $500 donation. The Chamber is grateful for all the efforts that the Alley Katz put into keeping the village beautifully decorated throughout the year.

~ The Villager ~ December 10-16, 2009

X-MAS OPEN HOUSE: DECEMBER 15, 17 & 19 ~ SALAMANCA HISTORICAL MUSEUM, 10AM-4:30PM

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Notice: Winter Parking in EllicottvilleThis is an annual reminder for residents and visitors to Ellicottville about parking on streets and highways. Within the Village, from December 1-March 31, there is NO PARKING on Washington Street and Monroe Street from 4am-6am to allow the D.P.W. to clear the streets of snow accumulation within the business area. In addition, there is NO PARKING on ALL Town of Ellicottville highways from December 1-April 1. If there are any questions, please call Constable Howard T. Gifford at 716-353-5439 (work cell) or 716-699-4664 (home). These contact numbers may also be used to report any incidents or to request assistance. Thank you.

Howard T. Gifford, Ellicottville Constable

Happy Birthday!Ellicottville Residents Celebrate Near and Far

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Living in snow country, we’re used to driving under most wintery conditions, but even the best of us can run into trouble. This is why being ready for slippery conditions and roadside emergencies is critical this time of year. Here’s what my internet search for tips turned up: Always keep the top half of your gas tank full. It can give you better traction and gives you a margin for error if you get stuck and need to keep the engine running to keep you

warm. If you’re stuck in a serious storm, do not leave your car. Run the engine periodically and wait for help. Carry blankets, water, a fl ashlight, a shovel and something to chow on in case of an emergency. Update your vehicle’s safety kit by including the above, plus sand or kitty litter to provide some traction. Jumper cables, lock de-icer and (of course!) an ice scraper are “must haves.” Remember that 4-wheel drive does not mean 4-wheel stop! A 4-wheel drive vehicle will not stop any better on sheer ice than a 2-wheel drive vehicle. Be sure you have good tires; NYS DOT recommends at least 1/8 inch of tire tread depth. All season radials on a front-wheel drive and snow tires on rear-wheel drive are adequate for most situations. In poor visibility or even white-out conditions, don’t drive faster than you can see ahead. High speeds in poor

or no visibility can lead to large chain reaction accidents. Remember: Mom and Dad want to see you arrive safely – if you’re a little late, they won’t care! Leave space between your vehicle and the one in front of you, and don’t drink and drive. And, of course – always BUCKLE UP! My favorite gift for the holidays? An annual subscription to the Automobile Association of America (A.A.A.). Use the towing services alone just one time and this gift has paid for itself! Not very fl ashy (like the Prada boots I’m hoping Santa brings me this year), but it gives one peace of mind knowing in any roadside emergency you have a number to call for help. So, dear reindeer, I mean – readers, respect the winter driving conditions. If it’s really nasty out there, stay home, open a nice bottle of wine and bake some Christmas cookies! Until next week …

Jeanine Zimmer

Lyn Weishan of Ellicottville celebrated his 96th birthday this past Wednesday during a luncheon held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension building. Photo/Gary Kinn

Tim Diggins (2nd from left) celebrated the big 5-0 with a trip to Florida, accompanied by friends (left to right) Michael Nickolson, Steve & Kelly Christie, and Sally Hach.

Santa’s Sheriff’s ProgramAnnual Campaign Kicks Off Sixth Year of Giving

LITTLE VALLEY - Jolly Old St. Nick recently visited the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Offi ce to check the progress of the 2009 Santa’s Sheriff’s Program. He was pleased to fi nd that the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Offi ce, Salamanca High & Middle Schools, Cattaraugus Community Action, the Cattaraugus County Department of Social Services and the Olean Wal-Mart are hard at work planning to provide Christmas gifts for 14 local families during their 2009 giving program. (Wow! This is two more families from last year!) The Santa’s Sheriff’s program, modeled after a similar initiative in Texas, began in 2004 and has been steadily growing. Partnering agencies raise funds and refer less fortunate Cattaraugus County families to the program. Gifts are purchased at the Olean Wal-Mart. Youth and volunteers from Salamanca Schools and

other County agencies wrap the gifts and package them for delivery. This year students from Salamanca Schools and members of the Sheriff’s Offi ce will accompany Santa and his elves as they deliver the gifts throughout the County. In 2004, the goal had been to serve fi ve families; the program has since grown to serve 14 families this year, with hopes to reach 20 families for the 2010 giving season. The Olean Wal-Mart has pledged $1,500 to the project. In addition, Wal-Mart will donate turkeys for each family and will make arrangements at the Olean store to expedite gift shopping for program staff. Mary Coss, Personnel Manager for Wal-Mart is pleased to be a part of the program and states, “Wal-Mart loves to help children.” As in past years, the Sheriff’s Offi ce has also pledged funding to the program. Sheriff’s Deputy Brian Keis, the Program’s Director, sees the

Santa’s Sheriffs program as “a way for us to give back to our community.” Fundraising efforts with additional partners are under development; program staff urges the public to look for the Santa Sheriff’s Program website, which is in the developmental stages and should be active in 2010. While the program is designed to provide Christmas gifts for area families, it also offers participants lessons in cooperation, volunteerism and caring for others. Individuals interested in donating to this project may contact Sheriff Timothy Whitcomb at 938-9191, Deputy Brian Keis, Programs Director at 938-9191 x 2899 or may send contributions with a check made out to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Offi ce, 301 Court Street, Little Valley, NY 14755, Attn. Santa’s Sheriffs. Please write “Santa’s Sheriffs” on the memo line.

Pictured left to right: Mary Coss, Personnel Manager for Wal-Mart and Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Offi ce Deputy Brian Keis.

December 10-16, 2009 ~ The Villager ~

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Upcoming in Ellicottville

Ellicottville Memorial Library EventsWednesdays: Story Time, 11:15am / Belly Dancing, 5-6:15pm - learn basics including technique & movement as well as the importance of stretching, $10 per class.

2nd Wednesdays of the Month: Book Club meets, 1:30pm – Jan. 13 discussion: “Run” by Ann Patchett. Contact Bev Webster at 945-4089 for more details.

Thursdays: Hatha Yoga Class For Beginners, 8:30-9:45am with Laura Solly, $10 per class.

Wednesdays, Jan. 13 & 20: Observing the Night Sky, 8:30pm – join us for an introduction to Astronomy, including a review of instruments and tools available to help you fi nd your way around the night sky. Class size is limited to the fi rst 15 who register, ages 14 and up.

Thursday, Dec. 10: Chamber Christmas Party, 6pm at HoliMont - tickets are $45 for Chamber members and $50 for non-member guests. Call the Ellicottville Chamber offi ce at 699-5046 to register. Healing Service, 7pm in the Ellicottville Memorial Library’s Community Room – all are welcome.

Thursday, Dec. 31: Rotary Club of Ellicottville’s 2nd Annual New Year’s Eve Party, 8pm at the American Legion - cash bar, free appetizers and music by local DJ John Barry. Call David Blanchard at 474-7024 for tickets.

OLEAN - The United States Chamber of Commerce awarded the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce with a 4-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. “Accreditation validates a chamber as having programs that benefi t their local economy and for positively infl uencing action in their community,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, U.S. Chamber Executive Director of Political Affairs and Federation Relations. “We applaud these organizations for advancing the principles of free enterprise.” Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. The accreditation process involves a rigorous eight-part examination of such areas as HR policies, fi nancial policies, building and facilities, communications, website and electronic communications, government and legislative affairs and more. The application requires more than six months to complete. “We are extremely proud to be awarded our 10-year accreditation with a Four-Star rating by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Accreditation is one of the most prestigious honors bestowed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and offers an excellent measurement tool for chambers of commerce to achieve the highest standards of organizational excellence in representing their member businesses and communities,” stated Jim Stitt, Jr., GOACC Board President. GOACC is among less than 4% of the nation’s 7,000 Chambers of Commerce to

Pictured left to right: Larry Sorokes, GOACC Board VP; Meme Yanetsko, GOACC and COO; and Jim Stitt, GOACC Board President hold the plaque presenting the 4-Star Accreditation to GOACC.

earn this recognition. Local chambers are rated Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as either Accredited State Chamber or Accredited State Chamber with Distinction. The fi nal determination is made by the Accrediting Board, a committee of U.S. Chamber board members. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation, representing more than three million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region. Greater Olean Area Chamber

of Commerce, located at 120 North Union Street in downtown Olean, has been the leading business organization in the greater Olean area since 1906. Their business plan refl ects activities related to lobbying local and state leaders and developing programs, to supporting workforce development, small business owners, large corporate entities, non-profi t organizations, manufacturers, and area residents. For more information, please contact GOACC at 716-372-4433 or visit www.oleanny.com

Rotary Club Announces New Year’s Eve PartyThe Rotary Club of Ellicottville will be hosting their 2nd annual New Year’s Eve Party on Thursday, Dec. 31 beginning at 8pm at the American Legion (back room), Maples Road in Ellicottville. The event welcomes the public to come ring in the New Year with proceeds benefi ting the Ellicottville Family Support Group. There will be a cash bar, free appetizers and hot sandwiches, and music by local DJ John Barry. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased by contacting David Blanchard 474-7024, Sherman Wilkens 912-8306, or Greg Cappelli 474-7832.

Blood Drive/Food Drive: Give the Gift of GivingOLEAN – The American Red Cross encourages Olean and area residents to give the gift of giving this holiday season during a Blood Drive/Food Drive scheduled for Monday, Dec. 14 from noon-6pm at Elks Lodge, 209 W. State Street, Olean. The Blood Drive/Food Drive is an event that offers residents the opportunity to donate blood and a non-perishable food item to the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry located on Prospect Avenue. All presenting donors will be entered in a drawing to win a pair of tickets to see the Buffalo Bills take on the Indianapolis Colts at home on Sunday, January 3. Appointments are not necessary, but can be scheduled by contacting the American Red Cross at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or by logging onto www.donatebloodnow.org. Walk-ins will be gladly accepted throughout the day!

Concert In SpringvilleA Benefi t for the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

SPRINGVILLE - A concert to benefi t the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) will be held at Springville Center for the Arts on Saturday, December 12. All bands’ proceeds are going to benefi t this cause. Bands include “Reardon & Garvey” Celtic group, “The PAK” and “One Way Out.” Doors open at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 7:00pm. Tickets are $5.00 and can be purchased by calling 716-592-9038. Springville Center for the Arts is located at 37 North Buffalo Street in Springville, NY 14141. Donations will be accepted and raffl es are being organized

with proceeds also to benefi t the NCMEC. For more information e-amil [email protected] “The PAK” is short for “Parents and Kids” with special guests Ferris Abdo, Tom Brown, Chris Gerwitz and nine-year-old Julianna Noto. They will be getting away from their country roots. This mostly teen band will be performing a “Blues” set. “Reardon & Garvey” Celtic group normally grace the stage of such venues as the Buffalo Irish Center, the Niagara Celtic Festival, Art Park and the Buffalo Irish Festival, to name a few.

“One Way Out” will be performing familiar favorites as well as obscure songs. Dana Oakes, who works with “at-risk” youth as a program coordinator for the Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau said that these children are thought to be those with 2-3 hours of unsupervised time per day. Clearly, among the 800,000 children under age 18 who are reported “missing” each year are a number who meet these criteria. It is our hope to raise awareness and to encourage preventive measures that will help keep kids safe as well as increase their chances of living healthy, productive lives.”

Santa’s CottageVisit with Santa in Olean’s Lincoln Park on Wednesday, Dec. 16

OLEAN - Santa’s Back in Town! Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, City of Olean, Home Depot, and Duggan and Duggan General Contractors are sponsoring a ‘Visit with Santa’ at his cottage in Olean’s Lincoln Park. Santa will visit with the children from 6-8pm on Wednesday, December 16.

A mailbox, created by families of the EvenStart program, has also been constructed and placed by

Santa’s Cottage in Lincoln Park. Santa is encouraging all children to write a letter to Santa and place it in the mailbox. This Saturday, December 12, the annual ‘Santa on the Roof’ will be held in Allegany at Gallets House Bed & Breakfast from 6-8pm. Children can come and talk to Santa. Bring a paper product or canned foods for the area food panty. All are invited to join in the caroling with the

Girl Scouts and Camp Fire groups. In addition to the Santa visits, many activities are planned for this holiday season. You can get a copy of the events brochure at the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce offi ce, 120 North Union Street in Olean, or visit www.oleanny.com. For more information regarding Santa Claus Lane, please call 716-372-4433 or e-mail mailto:[email protected]


NATURE WALK: DECEMBER 26 ~ PFEIFFER NATURE CENTER, PORTVILLE, 9AM

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To the world you may be just one person, but to one person, you just may be the world. Thank you from the Western New York Kidney Connection.

He is 62 years old and in need of a kidney. My Dad has Polysistic Kidney Disease and his kidney function has greatly decreased in the past few years. My Dad is a wonderful husband, father of 3 and grandfather of 5. My parents have been happily married for 41 years. He enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family and friends. My Dad has had a long, fullfi lling career of 36 years in the Jamestown Public School system. Currently he is in formation at the Christ of Kings Seminary in the Deaconate Program. He serves as President of the Southern Tier Kidney Foundation and has also been involved in Koinonia and Cursillo. My Dad leads a very spiritual life with God and gives everything he has humbly. He never complains even though we know he doesn’t always feel well. Receiving a kidney would be a blessing to him and our whole family. If you are blood type “B” and would like to be Sam’s living kidney donor, please contact Jeanette Ostrom at (716) 450-8958 or e-mail Sam at [email protected]

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Still fi nishing off your Christmas shopping? Don’t forget about the exciting new Ellicottville Gift Card.

Do you have a certain someone that seems to have everything? The Ellicottville Gift Card is a great option for a holiday or any day gift that lets them experience Ellicottville their own way. Cards may be purchased in denominations from $20 to $500. The card can be redeemed at any local business that is a member of the Chamber of Commerce. This card also makes a great employee incentive or corporate gift. Stop into the Chamber offi ce Monday through Thursday 8am-5pm or Friday 8am-4pm to purchase. Cards may also be purchased over the phone by calling 800-349-9099.

The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the local Alley Katz witha $500 donation. The Chamber is grateful for all the efforts that the Alley Katz put into keeping the village beautifully decorated throughout the year. Pictured above is Brian McFadden, Executive Director of the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce presenting a check to Debbie Yantomasi and Pat Haynes of the Alley Katz. The Chamber also wishes to thank the entire group for volunteering to sing on a new Chamber web commercial that will air 10,000 times prior to January 4, 2010. Log onto www.mystar1025.com to see the Alley Katz Choir in action.

Historical SocietyDonations Collected from Fall Fest Food Vendors Presented

Christmas Party Thank YouThe Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Mike Nickolson for organizing the Chamber Christmas Party as well as the following businesses which donated to the event: Ask Design Jewelers, Balloons Restaurant, City Garage, Ellicottville Brewing Company, Holiday Valley, HoliMont, Silver Fox Steakhouse and the Wingate by Wyndham. Thank you to all!

Brian McFadden, Executive Director of the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is pictured above presenting a donation to Tim Brown, President of the Historical Society and to Judy Brown, Treasurer of the Historical Society. The donation is collected during Fall Festival from the food vendors and is one of many that are given to local organizations.

Affordable, Local PrintingThe Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that they have purchased a new commercial color printer and will now be offering affordable, local printing in both black and white and color options. Black and white copies (8.5” x 11”) will be available for $0.12 each and color for $0.35. An 8.5” x 14” color poster on poster stock is also available for $0.90. Stop into the offi ce Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm and we will be happy to look after your printing needs!

A Year Of FestivalsChamber Announces 2010 Schedule of Events

The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the dates for all of the 2010 events. It is going to be another great year of festivals! Starting off the New Year is the Winter Blues Festival (Jan. 8-9, 2009), and as the ski season progresses, the annual Mardi Gras celebration (Mar. 13-14, pictured above left) swings in, fi lling both the village and the ski slopes with zany costumes and parades.

Summertime offers many fun and exciting events, including Women’s Weekend (June 12-13), the Summer Festival of the Arts (July 2-4, pictured above right), Taste of Ellicottville (Aug. 7-8), the return of the International Bowhunting Organization World Championships (Aug. 11-14), and something just for kids – Children 1st Festival (Aug. 14). Oldies Weekend (Sept. 17-19)

takes us into the Fall season, followed by Ellicottville’s biggest festival of the year, Fall Fest (Oct. 9-10). And as the season circles back around to wintertime, residents and visitors can look forward to enjoying yet another Christmas in Ellicottville (Nov. 26-29) and Christmas Strolll (Dec. 4). For complete details of each event please log onto www.ellicottvilleny.com and go to the events page.

Health Insurance Deadline ReminderReminder: Health insurance open enrollment is NOW. If you want to make changes to your current coverage like removing mandatory mail order, all paperwork must be submitted to and approved by the carrier by December 15 in order to have coverage January 1, 2010. Please call Heather at 699-5046 to schedule an appointment.


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outdoor heated year ‘round pool and 2 outdoor hot tubs. The project increases the bed base of Holiday Valley and the fractional ownership aspect will encourage visitors to the Ellicottville area on a year ‘round basis. The Tamarack Club will employ up to 170 people. In addition to the Tamarack project, Holiday Valley has made many improvements for the upcoming season including a new Mountain Top Warming Hut, snowmaking improvements, a new grooming machine and new swimming pools for summer

visitors. Recently, readers of SKI Magazine rated Holiday Valley Resort as the 4th best winter resort in eastern North America. This ranking places Holiday Valley among the top ten in the East for the 6th consecutive year. Holiday Valley, located in Western New York’s snowbelt, is 50 miles south of Buffalo and offers 56 slopes and 13 lifts, lodging, dining and a full spectrum of winter activities in the lively Village of Ellicottville. To learn more about Holiday Valley, visit www.holidayvalley.com

Pictured above: Snowmaking on School Haus Beginner’s Area. These mounds have been groomed out to create a smooth covering of snow over this 900-foot slope in preparation for Thursday’s opening.

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Ski/Board Demo DayTry Before You Buy: December 19 at the Base of Mardi Gras

Each fall, the magazines present their ski testing results, just to tease us with promise of magic skis that practically turn for you. Here’s your chance to actually try those skis (and boards) to see just how much fun they really are. Representatives of most major brands, including Salomon, Elan, Rossignol, Line, Atomic, Head and Palmer (and many more), will be at the base of

Mardi Gras at Holiday Valley on December 19 from 9am to approximately 2:30pm. Once you have your lift ticket, the demos are free but you’ll need to leave a credit card as a deposit and fi ll out a form. If you are under 18, you’ll have to have your parent sign for you. Wear your ski boots and bring your own poles. Visit the various booths, talk to the reps and pick out what you want

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Representatives of most major brands, including Salomon, Elan, Rossignol, Line, Atomic, Head and Palmer (and many more), will be at the base of Mardi Gras at Holiday Valley on December 19 from 9am to approximately 2:30pm.

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The Holiday Valley Snow ReportFor the latest ski conditions at Holiday Valley Resort, call their Snow Line toll-free 1-800-367-9691 or locally 716-699-2644 or log onto their website at www.holidayvalley.com

Ellicottville Christmas Stroll: December 5, 2009

Photos/Gary Kinn. See more pictures from last weekend’s event on the Photo Page


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Reid Stores, Inc. has introduced a new Crosby’s convenience store in Little Valley, New York. The new location will open Friday, December 18. Look for Grand Opening festivities after the new year. The Crosby’s store, located at 105 Rock City Street at the corner of 4th Street in Little Valley, will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The location was formerly a Uni-Mart. Reid Stores will consolidate its efforts in Little Valley by closing its Crosby Marts location on Erie Street. The new location will feature many amenities for nearby residents including free Wi-Fi access, pizza, made-to-order sub sandwiches, DVD movie rentals and more. The store has an expansive take-out and eat-in menu as part of Crosby’s Corner Café. The Corner Café Pizzeria offers fresh-baked pizza served whole or by the slice. The pizzeria’s signature calzones are also on the menu. The in-house Sub Shoppe offers patrons fresh, made-to-order hot or cold subs.

Area residents and travelers can also take advantage of free Wi-Fi access in the store’s Corner Café Connect seating area. Patrons can utilize the free service designed to accommodate laptops and other personal communication devices, all while enjoying a hot beverage, meal or snack. Carrying over the tradition from the former Little Valley Crosby location, the new Crosby’s will also feature dip stand ice cream, milkshakes and smoothies. “Little Valley is a great community and we’re proud to remain not only a big part of it, but to bring our customers more of the convenience services they want and need,” said Doug Galli, Vice President, General Manager of Reid Stores. “Customers can grab a quick bite to eat, access the Internet, rent a movie and fi ll up their gas tank, all in one place.” The convenience store will carry a wide selection of tobacco products, along with other amenities including an ATM, prepaid wireless phone cards,

gift cards, E-Z Pass applications,New York State Lottery gamesand postage stamps. Crosby’s-branded fuel will fl ow throughthe station’s pumps, includingthe location’s new addition ofdiesel fuel. The fuel dispensersalso feature the convenient pay-at-the-pump option. Reid Stores Inc., a division of TheReid Group, is headquarteredin Brockport, New York. Thecompany operates 31 Crosby’sconvenience stores throughoutUpstate New York andNorthwestern Pennsylvania.The Little Valley store is one of24 Crosby’s locations in NewYork. The Reid Group, foundedin 1922, is a full serviceindependent motor fuel marketer,providing a comprehensiverange of products and servicesfor retail motor fuel outletsand convenience stores. TheLockport, New York-basedcompany serves retail andcommercial customers. For more information, pleasevisit www.reidpetroleum.comor contact Doug Galli at 585-637-8743.

CCB Celebrates Five YearsTwo Branches Invite Customers and Friends to Join the Festivities

LITTLE VALLEY - The Cherry Creek and South Dayton branches of CCB (Cattaraugus County Bank) are hosting a week-long celebration to recognize being part of the independently owned, main street bank for fi ve years! CCB friends and customers are invited to visit both branches the week of December 14, 2009 to enjoy the festivities and enter to win some great prizes. With a “Wooden” anniversary theme (traditional fi ve year anniversary), CCB is observing the occasion in the following ways: 1) Customers transacting business will receive special

wooden tokens that mark the fi fth anniversary; 2) Customers transacting business will receive CCB pens and pencils; 3) Customers can enter to win gift cards, giant Christmas stockings, Christmas dinner with all the trimmings and poinsettias; and 4) Customers can enter to win a grand prize at each location of an Amish made wooden rocking chair. “It’s hard to believe we have been part of the CCB family for fi ve years,” states CCB Assistant VP and Manager of the two offi ces, Cathy Riley. “I believe CCB’s unique independent, main street brand of community banking is a

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Healing Service at the Ellicottville LibraryHealing Service in Ellicottville. Come and enjoy the sounds of Christmas while experiencing the energy of healing. Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 at 7pm at the Ellicottville Memorial Library in the Community Room. This service includes healing, prayer, meditation and spiritual messages. If you plan on attending, please feel free to bring a bell to ring. All are welcome.


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SALAMANCA – Salamanca City Central School District Superintendent J. Douglas Hay presided over a moving dedication ceremony for the Veterans Wall of Honor outside of the high school auditorium this past Tuesday, December 8. The wall features plaques commemorating all of the Salamanca City Central School students who have served honorably in all of the branches of the United States armed forces and particularly those who made the supreme sacrifi ce for our country and other countries’ freedom. The fi rst plaque was presented to the school by the Senior class of 1929 in memory of students who died in the World War 1917-1918. The next plaque honored those who died fi ghting World War II and was presented by Alpha Omega Kappa in 1946. The quarry stone tile wall was designed specifi cally to feature these two historic school plaques, which had been taken down to protect them during the recent capital improvement projects.

However, Mr. Stanley Grochowina, a United States Army Veteran well known for his work at Salamanca’s Veterans Park and both Cattaraugus County and Salamanca American Legions Past Commanders, approached Superintendent Hay with a bigger idea for this wall. After presenting his concept to the Board of Education for approval, many fundraising events followed and community support from individual donors both large and small kept the project moving forward. Now, in 2009, there are additional plaques to honor all SCCSD student veterans and these have been hung together with the two historic plaques to form The Wall of Honor. Through Mr. Grochowina’s efforts, over $5,000 was raised and plaques have been made and hung for the Cold War, Korean War, Vietnam War, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, and Gulf War. Seals for the six branches of the military along with the POW-MIA symbol

and the Purple Heart are mounted on the wall as well. As he described each plaque and what those veterans endured for their country, he solemnly stated, “This wall is theirs.” He also expressed the hope that teachers would use the wall to teach students, saying, “Teach them the rest of the story.” A musical tribute was provided by Music Teacher Mr. Jon Wilder as he conducted the band in the Star Spangled Banner and each of the anthems for the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine. The event concluded with the playing of Taps, moving many to tears. At the December 8 Board meeting following the dedication, Mr. Grochowina presented the remaining funds to the board earmarked for future plaques of the Iraq and Afghanistan confl icts and to maintain the wall. It is a fi tting tribute to the school’s men and women who have fought for our country. They will always be honored here.

The Veterans Wall of Honor features plaques commemorating all of the Salamanca City Central School students who have served honorably in all of the branches of the United States armed forces and particularly those who made the supreme sacrifi ce for our country and other countries’ freedom. Pictured above: U.S. Army veteran Mr. Stanley Grochowina stands by the SCCSD Veterans Wall of Honor during a dedication ceremony held this past Tuesday evening.

‘Rachel’s Challenge’Motivational and Interactive Assembly Coming to Salamanca School SALAMANCA – Salamanca City Central School’s Middle and High School students will be attending an 8am assembly, “Rachel’s Challenge,” on Monday, Dec. 14. Schools all over the country have participated in this program which motivates students to positive change in the way they treat others and, as a result, reduces bullying and other violent behavior. Rachel’s Challenge was named for Rachel Scott, the fi rst person killed at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999, and was founded by her father, Darrell Scott. Mr. and Mrs. Scott and Rachel’s brother, Craig, along with certifi ed

presenters, travel the country and the world to tell students about Rachel’s acts of kindness and compassion to inspire them to do the same. Powerful audio/video footage of Rachel’s Challenge holds students spell-bound during a one-hour school presentation. This is followed by a 45-minute training session involving both adult and student leaders. It is an interactive session that shows how to sustain the momentum created by the assembly. Because the content is very emotional, interested or concerned parents are encouraged to call their student’s guidance counselor if they have concerns about any special needs of their child.

To maintain the positive climate change in a school, Rachel’s Challenge offers a year-long curriculum called the Friends of Rachel (FOR) that continues training students and plugs them into activities that continue the chain reaction of kindness. In 2008, more than 1.32 million students experienced Rachel’s Challenge and had the opportunity to accept the challenges modeled after Rachel’s life and writings. In 2005, Rachel’s Challenge was awarded the Friends of Education award from the State of New York. More information can be found at www.rachelschallenge.org

Historical Open HouseSalamanca Historical Society to Host an Old Fashioned Christmas

SALAMANCA - The Salamanca Area Historical Society and Museum will be hosting an open house on Tuesday, Dec. 15, Thursday, Dec. 17 and Saturday, Dec. 19 from 10am-4:30pm. Refreshments and a small gift will be offered for anyone who comes in for a tour. In addition, on Saturday, Dec. 19 the Historical Society will be celebrating an Old Fashioned Christmas in the Victorian Pocket Park, two

doors down from the museum on Main Street. There will be a live reindeer from 10am-noon, free candy canes for the kids, hot chocolate and cookies. Caroling in the park will begin at noon, led by Mrs. Doris Opferbeck. The group will also be caroling businesses on Main Street. A 50/50 raffl e to benefi t the museum’s 3rd fl oor renovation fund is currently underway with the drawing to be held Saturday, Dec. 19. The current

winner’s jackpot is $251 and climbing. Tickets are 1 for $2.00 or 3 for $5.00. They can be purchased at the museum or from Historical Society elves around town. Other prizes are also to be raffl ed. All tickets are eligible for all prize drawings. Come and celebrate the holidays with us. The Salamanca Area Historical Museum is located at 125 Main Street, Salamanca, NY. For more information call 716-945-2946.

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This winter, skiers at Holiday Valley and guests at the Tamarack Club will have a chance to enjoy a new slopeside restaurant. The Boston Culinary Group runs the food and beverage concessions at Holiday Valley, and is opening a John Harvard’s Brew House on the main fl oor of the Tamarack Club. Steve Gotreau of the Boston Culinary Group gave me a tour of the new establishment and told me what they are creating. “It’s a very unique restaurant,” he tells me as we stand among the dozen or so workers scrambling to put the fi nishing touches on the project. The interior will feature stonework walls adorning the two-story windows that look out to the pool area of the Tamarack Club and beyond to the ski slopes (in summer the golf course). The tables and bar area are dark cherry wood and the bar features a stunning copper ceiling. Steve showed me one of the most impressive features of the bar area; “We did a poured concrete bar surface.” He lifts off a piece

of wood protecting the top of the bar to reveal a surface of various undulating brown streaks through a lighter brown background. “Tom Lowry and John Zerfas worked day and night to get this bar surfaced.” Copper dink rails tie together the bar area with the ceiling and the pizza oven. It’s the new pizza that will be the focal point for the restaurant. “It’s a wood stone pizza oven; there are only seven thousand of them in the world. Wolfgang Puck uses them in his restaurants.” The oven is now in the fi nal stage of being tempered for operation, and Steve lifts a glass door on the oven to reveal a fl at concrete cooking surface heated on either side by gas powered fl ames. “It’s stone hearth cooking; when they originated they used exclusively wood, but about twelve years ago they went to a gas model, and they found that even though it was gas fi red you couldn’t tell the difference in the fl avor, because it’s stone cooking.” But despite the marvelous interior, a brew pub is only as good as its beer and food. On the

food side, the pizza oven will be turning out what Steve describes as “California-style fl at bread pizza.” Steve adds, “We’ll have burgers, chicken pot pies, meatloaf ... We’ll have daily specials and nightly specials.” Entrees will be in the $11 to $13 range. “Most of our sandwiches and appetizers are under $10.” As for the libations, Steve says, “We’ll have 24 faucets on the tap system; we’ll do a variety of eighteen different draft beers, and a number of different craft beers in bottles.” The bar will feature three of John Harvard’s award winning beers. Local favorites will not be left out as they will also carry some brews from Ellicottville Brewing Company and Southern Tier Brewing Company. If your mouth is already watering, you haven’t long to wait; the restaurant plans to open to the public soon. As Steve says, “We’re washing China and glassware now; we’re that close.” Hours of operation will be from 11am-1pm and in the summer they will feature outside dining and various summer special events.

It’s the new pizza that will be the focal point for the restaurant. The wood stone pizza oven will be turning out what Steve Gotreau of Boston Culinary Group describes as “California-style fl at bread pizza.” The bar will feature 18 different draft beers, including three of John Harvard’s award winning beers and local favorites from Ellicottville Brewing Co. and Southern Tier Brewing Co.

Open House & Victorian Holidays at The BartlettThe Bartlett House of Olean will host its annual Victorian Holidays Open House on Saturday, December 19 from 2-4pm. This Queen Anne-style house was originally built in 1881. The house features nine rooms decorated in turn-of-the-century Victoriana and seven fi replaces, each different in design and composition. You will notice the intricate detail work in every room and that each room has a different fl oor design, some with as many as seven different woods imported from around the world. The Tiffany style staircase window, the woodwork throughout, and very interesting period furnishings, all present a wonderful tour back in time. The Bartlett House will be decorated in Victorian fashion for the holidays and is open to the public December 19. The Bartlett House is located at 302 Laurens Street, Olean, NY.

BY STEPHANIE HACKERST. BONAVENTURE UNIVERSITY

Ken Brown is the father of four, and grandfather of fi ve, and can keep up with them all. This Saturday, December 12, he will be celebrating his 79th Birthday. Ken was born and raised in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, but Ellicottville has always been his home away from home. As the owner of Corbetts Ski shop in Oakville, he would send nearly 40 buses to Ellicottville each year packed full with ski enthusiasts. After years of traveling back and forth, Ken decided to settle here in Ellicottville. Fifteen years ago, Ken lost his fi rst wife to cancer. A few years later, when out skiing, he met and fell in love with Mary Joan “M.J.” Brown, a native of Western New York. Ken and M.J. have been happily married for twelve years. Together, the couple operates Tangled Twigs, a home accessories shop inside its own little building next to their house in downtown Ellicottville. At 79, Ken is still working for Corbetts Ski Shop (now called Corbetts Ski and Snowboard Shop). He sold the business to his daughter and son-in-law. “I can say, I have offi cially worked at the same place for 65 years,” he said. Ken is a seriously active member throughout the greater Ellicottville area. Each summer he raises pheasants for the Gwen Bella Conservation Club in East Otto. “A bunch of fellows have dogs, and it’s pretty much like a hunting club,” he said. Ken said that he used to be into hunting, but he has retired from the sport.

You may have seen him crowned King of Holiday Valley’s Winter Carnival and Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade. (He has won both multiple times!) He reigned as King of Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade for six or seven years straight, until he fi nally retired his crown, allowing for other Mardi Gras Parade participants to vie for it a few years ago. But that doesn’t mean he isn’t there. He now rides the “King and the Kids” fl oat with his fi ve granddaughters. “Last year we gave away 3,000 beads,” Ken said. “And we are going to do it again this year.” Ken is out on the slopes nearly every chance he can get. Each ski season Ken hosts several parties at Holiday Valley to help raise money for local organizations.

One of these is the 700 Club. In order to be a member of the 700 Club, you have to be over 70, still skiing, and pay your dues. During the year they hold a big party at Holiday Valley to raise money for the community. Ken is also a member of the “Rougues,” a 15 member ski team at HoliMont, and the “Backroom Bunch,” a group of about 45 friends that get together to ski. Ken is a big supporter of the Alley Katz, a group of ladies in town that get together weekly to take care of plants and fl owers in downtown Ellicottville. “They work hard in the community,” Ken said. “They do a great job.” In his next 79 years, Ken says that he is going to keep skiing and keep fi shing.

You may have seen Ellicottville resident Ken Brown crowned King of Holiday Valley’s Winter Carnival and Ellicottville’s Mardi Gras Parade. He reigned as King of the Mardi Gras Parade for six or seven years straight, until he fi nally retired his crown. But that doesn’t mean he isn’t there. He now rides the “King and the Kids” fl oat with his fi ve granddaughters.


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I enter through a heavy wood door into a small shake-the-snow-off entryway with bench and fl ooring that appears to be woven into little cubes. Before me is a glass partition

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yet to meet the home’s owners, Jack and Joy South, I feel well and truly received. I turn left and fi nd myself in a ski storage room so roomy it could probably accommodate all of HoliMont’s teaching staff (I am, by the way, at the corner of Four Wheel Drive, in the neighborhood of HoliMont’s fi rst slopeside homes.) I look around at the rows of skis, boots, and storage cubicles and think to myself this a home for serious skiers. I cross the hall, peek in at a cute bunk room adorned with children’s names formed from letter-shaped pillows, and then step into a bedroom that is pure enchantment. In sharp contrast to the modernity of the home’s entrance, this place is all Bavarian Alps with quaint hinged shutters attending every window and a brick lined read-a-book alcove with its own tiny woodstove. As in the bunk room (and, in fact, the entire house), you get a mellow feeling from surroundings that include so many craftsmanlike hand carved wood pieces and built-in cabinets that in some places extend from one end of a wall to the other. On to the second level. The kitchen, classic dining and living rooms wrap around one another in a way that provides more intimacy than a barnlike Great Room while offering the requisite openness, balconied loft and central fi replace. The true focal point of this cluster of rooms, however, is the wall-to-wall west-facing view of HoliMont which takes in the area of Sunset slope and Fish Hill beyond. Even on an overcast afternoon the view is spectacular, but on Christmas Week, when every home is etched in lights, the sight must be breathtaking. Just past the living room (and sharing its view) is a jewel of a family room which is part of the extensive master bedroom suite. This superwarm space (thanks to a great woodstove) is stunningly modern, which

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Phlebitis is the infl ammation of a vein, usually in the arm or leg. The intensity of this painful condition can vary. Superfi cial Phlebitis can arise in a vein on the skin’s surface and is considered to be less serious. Thrombophlebitis is more serious and can occur in the leg’s deeper veins, with infl ammation possibly caused by a blood clot. In both cases, medical attention is necessary. The causes of phlebitis are multi-factoral. Injury to a vein may be a cause. As well, phlebitis can sometimes occur following surgery. Other causes may include: birth control pills, genetics, smoking, varicose veins and certain medical conditions. Obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, lack of regular exercise and long periods of inactivity are also common causes. Phlebitis may arise if an individual is sitting or lying down for an extended time - long car or plane rides, confi ned bed rest, or sitting at a desk for extended periods. Symptoms are usually redness, warmth to the touch, tenderness, swelling and possible visible lumps to the area. In cases of superfi cial phlebitis, the affected surface vein may become harder, begin to burn or throb. A fever may also be present. With thrombophlebitis, pain and swelling can encompass the entire limb. Treatment depends on the ailment’s severity. First, seek

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Take all the feelings and tastes associated with the holidays and cram them together with chocolate, orange, walnut, clove, vanilla and espresso, along with other decadent ingredients and you get a splendid tasty morsel of a cookie that is sweet and delightful to the last bite.

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Once again, it’s that wonderful time of the year when Christmas music and holiday jingles are heard far and wide. It’s that fantastic season everyone has come to know and love, year after year, without fail. Enough red noses, open sleighs and roasting chestnuts to fi ll a happy soul. No matter how many times I hear these familiar tunes, they still get me going and give me that holiday smile. But, besides all the hype, glitz and glamour, one thing truly comes to mind … cookies. No, not store bought sugar cookies or Chips Ahoy; I’m talking about a homemade Sicilian style cookie.

As the Christmas season steadily approaches, the snow is beginning to fall, lights are being strung, trees are being decorated and people are, at least temporarily, a bit happier. The cheer is building and a sense of genuine warmth fi lls the air. That certain nostalgic and magical feeling Christmas always seems to bring is beginning to take its annual euphoric effect. Without any doubt, holidays,

family and food go together like Santa and reindeer. Of all the wonderful stories I could tell of

great holiday treats, I decided to kick off this article with a simple recipe that has inspired us throughout the years. Take all the feelings and tastes associated with the holidays and cram them together with chocolate, orange, walnut, clove, vanilla and espresso, along with other decadent ingredients and you get a splendid and tasty morsel of a cookie that is sweet and delightful to the last bite. In other words, it’s time to make Biscotti di Polpetta. The Christmas season is a time for my family to gather and indulge in food and cheer, along with plenty of stories to fi ll everyone’s ears. My Nana Eleanor Muscia, along with my Mother Gemma would bake for hours, turning out dozens upon dozens of cookies from glazed, to fried, baked and seeded, fi lled, stuffed and sprinkled. No matter which type of cookie, they were all simply delicious. Walnuts, pistachios and fi gs, plus candied fruit, were just a few of the incredible ingredients Nana and Gemma would add. Inevitably, there would be the odd shaped cookie. We wouldn’t eat a less than perfect cookie, of course. We surmised they were the

rejects made while stealing a sip whiskey that was only meant to go into the sugary glaze. I always wondered why we felt sleepy after eating a dozen or so with a glass of milk. Shaping, rolling, forming, kneading, baking and frosting - it was a process that would last well into the night and all throughout the holiday season. There was something magical about it, and words simply could not explain the emotions that were attached to making these cookies. They were simple, yet everyone loved them. All of us would gather in the kitchen and take part in mixing the ingredients, rolling the dough into balls and placing them on the baking sheets to go into the oven. It was an ongoing tradition that assured us all was right with our little world. I have many fond memories of the family getting together and spending time in the kitchen cooking, baking, decorating and listening to music. Family talk while we worked was always lively, and the kitchen would have an assortment of goodies to indulge, such as the typical Italian meats, olives and cheeses. Still to this day, I see Nana standing at the counter working her magic and pouring her heart

into making us happy each and every year. Anxiously awaiting the fi rst batch to come out of the oven, my brothers, cousins and I would continually walk in and out of the kitchen. Tugging at my grandmother’s apron strings, I distinctly remember looking up to see her gaze down at me. “Nana, are the cookies done yet?” and she would simply say, “Not yet honey … sit at the table, help yourself to a glass of Vernors ginger ale and in just a few more minutes you can help dip them in the icing.” Best when fresh out of the oven, these delectable confections were also great when they cooled down a bit. Then you could dunk them in your coffee or hot chocolate. This year, turn your holiday kitchen into a cookie factory. Trust me - your family will absolutely adore you. It’s a family tradition everyone loves and looks forward to. As always, whether it’s as complex as a fancy pasta dish or as simple as chocolate Biscotti di Polpetta, just remember: if you put love into it, you’ll be creating more than just great food. Lukas Tremblay is an aspiring Chef and writer. He currently works at Balloons Restaurant in Ellicottville.


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‘Tis the season to be thankful. Or so I’ve been told. With that in mind, and in the spirit of the season, I’ve decided to set out across this great land of ours to try and discover what it is that makes some of our most famous citizens thankful. By “set out across this great land of ours” I really mean, “make this all up as I go along.” I’m feeling a bit lazy today and I’ve decided that I’m most thankful for a decent imagination and a little journalistic license. Hallelujah. Pass the fruitcake. Tiger Woods. Oh Tiger. Not since Jon Daly’s epic fall from golfi ng grace have we seen such a historic booze and sex-fueled head-on collision with reality (and a tree/fi re hydrant). At least Daly had the good sense to roll with his image as drunken court jester and keep the fans on his side. Sympathy cheers are always better than boos. So what does Tiger have to be thankful for right now? Well, for one, he’s a freakin’ billionaire. Most important though is the WWE and Vince Mcmahon. If professional wrestling has taught us anything, it’s that a

good “heel turn” can, at least temporarily, save a career. What exactly is a “heel turn?” It’s wrestling slang for when a good guy or “face” suddenly changes sides and becomes a bad guy or “heel.” Tiger has been on the verge of his heel turn for years. We’ve all seen the signs. He swears at and upbraids fans when they take his picture during a tournament. He angrily throws his clubs when he fl ubs a shot. He casts the occasional threatening look at his caddy, and his over-the-top celebrations in front of beaten opponents aren’t always in the best taste. If Tiger can somehow get Phil Michelson involved in this, then we just might have the making of an epic, WWE-like battle royal. Good guy versus bad guy. Common man versus billionaire. Tiger should seize this golden opportunity and use it as a chance to liven up the game a bit. After all, I always thought golf would be a bit more interesting if you could simply whack your opponent in the back of the head with a nine iron during his back swing. With the sports world all wrapped up for the Holiday season, we can now turn our attention to the world of politics. Politicians have a lot to be thankful for this year. Let’s start with the Democrats. Glenn Beck and FOX News are the gifts that keep on giving. In case you haven’t been paying attention, allow me to get you up to date. Glenn Beck has a plan. As a Democrat I’d like to say, “Thank God.” Beck’s “plan” begins with - what else - a

future book titled, “The Plan.” Beck’s Plan is going to begin with a series of conventions all over the country to be used in an effort to educate the great unwashed in the ways of community organizing and collective teeth gnashing. Beck wants us all to use the example set by the “founders” to take action in the streets in the face of the coming Socialist Armageddon. This all has something to do with an Ayn Rand-like future utopia involving the survival of the fi ttest and the revival of the gold standard. Did I already ask for the fruitcake? Democrats are already singing Christmas carols as they witness the further disintegration of the Republican Party. On a more serious note, I’d like to add that everything I’ve just written scares the cranberries out of me. What can we be thankful for right now? Not much. Our nation’s rising culture of celebrity worship and apocalyptic prognosticating doesn’t exactly bode well for a sane holiday season. Tiger Woods, Glenn Beck, the oddly silent Paris Hilton, Carrie Prejean, reality wannabe gate crashers and a death culture based on the premise of beating the other guy to the punch and lining our own pockets at the expense of our neighbors can only lead to one thing … another column, of course. So, until next time, I’d like to invite you all over to my house for punch and cookies. We’re going to ring in the New Year with a collective mugging. Happy Holidays. Comments? E-mail Doug at [email protected]

Still Time to Volunteer to Ring BellsUPSTATE NEW YORK – The Salvation Army in Service Unit Areas in the smaller towns and villages still has many slots that need to be fi lled at Red Kettle sites around the region. There is still time to volunteer. The Salvation Army will be ringing the bells until Christmas Eve. To volunteer in the small towns and villages, call The Red Kettle Center toll free, 24/7 at 1-877-764-7259 or go to www.redkettles.org. Many upstate cities with Salvation Army centers may also have a serious need for bellringers. Please call your local Salvation Army or the toll-free Red Kettle line to volunteer in your community. Money raised is used to help local families and individuals suffering hardship.

BY IAN BIGGS

The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford Arts presented ‘A Christmas Carol’ on Monday, December 7 at 7:30pm. The musical was performed by The Nebraska Theatre Caravan, which was founded in 1975 as a joint project between the Omaha Community Playhouse and the Nebraska Arts Council. It started producing A Christmas Carol in 1979 and has grown to three national touring companies playing in over 600 cities in all 49 contiguous states and four Canadian provinces. The cast of 23 comes from all over the country to tour with the company. A Christmas Carol, a novella by Charles Dickens, has been adapted by the Nebraska Theatre Caravan by Charles Jones. It tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a misery old man that has become bitter after a life dedicated to

being obsessed with money. His partner Bob Marley has been dead for seven years and on the eve of Christmas sends three ghosts to help Ebenezer to redemption. The Nebraska Theatre Caravan played to a packed house at Blaisdell Hall on the campus of The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford this past Monday evening. Many original Christmas carols are intertwined in the piece, including ‘Away in a Manger,’ ‘The Holly and the Ivy’ along with less traditional songs. The cast, some of which play varying roles, are very animated in their acting and put 110% into their performance. The role of Ebenezer, played by Nils Haaland steals the show with his spot on depiction of the famous Ebenezer Scrooge. Played with a comical touch, Haaland never falls from his rendition of the miser. The supporting cast does an

equally fi ne job of infusingthe Christmas spirit into theaudience. Songs are sungimpeccably, the costumesare a feast for the eyes andthe choreography has beenmasterfully worked. The audience took timeto warm-up on this blisterywinter’s day, but a standingovation was given at curtaincall to a production that hasobviously had a great deal ofrehearsal time put into it. MaxHauze plays Tiny Tim andis never off key, stealing thehearts of the audience. Eachghost (past, present and future)does a fi ne job of convincingthe audience of their role. Inessence, the Nebraska TheatreCaravan did a fi ne job ofrelaying this Christmas timeclassic. Hopefully it willreturn again to the area nextyear for those of you to catch.Keep an eye out for its returnand as Tiny Tim says, “MerryChristmas to us all, God Blessus, everyone.”

The Nebraska Theatre Caravan played to a packed house at Blaisdell Hall on the campus of The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford this past Monday evening. Many original Christmas carols are intertwined in the piece, including ‘Away in a Manger,’ ‘The Holly and the Ivy’ along with less traditional songs. The cast, some of which play varying roles, are very animated in their acting and put 110% into their performance.


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to produce such varietals as Cabarnet Sauvignon and Pinot Grigio, among others. He intends to start out slow, but hopes to entice area restaurants to sell his wine. Though a slow process, he hopes to get approval and start building as soon as it passes for an intended July opening and is in the process of getting bids for the construction of the winery. Rogan seemed impressed with the new venture and was happy to “bring new business to Monroe Street”. Spicola also hopes to have wine tasting parties among other events to bring customers into the Micro Winery. Rogan said, “we need to do whatever we can do to make this happen” and feels this new venture will be great for Ellicottville. Spicola

stressed this would “in no way compete with the area liquor stores” because the micro wines would only be New York State wines, in fact he said he had already spoken

to the Village Wine Rack and they are excited about his venture. A public hearing for the Special Use Permit was scheduled for January 12 at 5:30pm.

Day Trippin’Christmas Spectacular On Ice Coming to Jamestown

Penn Traffi c President and CEO Gregory J. Young stated, “Our P&C, Quality and BiLo supermarkets remain open for business to serve our customers and communities.” He went on to say, “We intend to continue to work closely without vendor partners to provide the fresh products and good value our customers have come to expect from our stores.” Since November 18, the Company has not sold or closed any stores. To comply with federal and state laws, the Company has issued “WARN” letters to its employees, which provide notice of the possible cessation of their employment

with the Company as assets are sold. It restricts the opportunity for Quality employees to continue employment with the purchaser of the Company’s assets to be dependent upon the transaction(s) that develop during the sale process. The Company is cooperating with all of its creditor groups, including its secured lenders, unions, unsecured creditors and other interested parties, to ensure that all viable options for the Company are explored. Should the Ellicottville store close, the nearest grocery stores would be fi fteen to twenty minutes away in either Little Valley, Salamanca or Springville – an inconvenience for Ellicottville residents and visitors. Ellicottville resident Joey DiPasquale said he “feels

badly for the Western New York locals that may lose their jobs”. He added he hopes any new potential owners would have the foresight to keep the present employees on board and strive for improvements in food quality and diversity. Ellicottville Resident Debbie Yantomasi is worried, stating “the elderly will suffer the most if the store closes” and expressed concern for those with limited means of transportation. Ellicottville’s Quality Market employees have refrained from commenting on the closures, but are hopeful a resolution will come about. Area residents are crossing their fi ngers that if Quality is unable to continue after the February deadline, a new store will take its place.

Architectural plans to turn the current Culligan building on Monroe Street into a winery were presented this past Tuesday to the Village Planning Board. Board member Nancy Rogan touted them as “super.” They proposed to move the Culligan Building forward and add a second story.

Jamestown Jets to Honor Randolph & Southwestern Football Teams JAMESTOWN - A big weekend is expected at the Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena as the Jamestown Jets host the Troy Bruins on Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. This will mark the fi rst time the two teams will face each other in the history of either franchise. Jamestown earned three points last weekend in Wooster to help them creep up the Northern Junior Hockey League Standings. The Jets are currently in third place but trail the Bruins by only four points for second place behind Wooster. The Jets hope their comeback win will help them have momentum heading into their key matchup this weekend. The Jets will host a pre-game ceremony to honor the

Southwestern Trojans and Randolph Cardinals on their recent victory securing the 2009 NYS High School Football Championships in each of their respective divisions. The Southside Blue Devils will also be recognized for claiming the 2009 Jamestown Area Midget Football Championships earlier this year. The ceremony will take place prior to the game on Saturday, December 12 at the Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena at 6:30pm, hosted by the Jamestown Jets and Cable 8 News Sports Anchor Don Heins. Immediately following the celebration, the Jamestown Jets will take on the Troy Bruins for the fi rst time ever on Home Ice. There will be a special presentation to honor South-

western senior Quarterback Zack Sopak, Maple Grove senior Quarterback Chris Secky, and Cassadaga Valley senior running back B.J. Monacelli. Sopak was the winner of the Connolly Cup on Saturday afternoon at Ilio DiPaulo’s Restaurant and Secky and Monacelli were fi nalists for the award. The Connolly Cup is presented to the most outstanding football player in Western New York. The Jets are expecting a big crowd but tickets still remain for the Saturday game. All players and coaches will get free admission and other students can purchase tickets for only $5. Tickets can be purchased in advance by visiting the Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena box offi ce or www.jamestownjets.com

Sports: On The Ice

BY CHERYL WIENCKOWSKI

Don’t miss the fi rst annual Ice Christmas, a spectacular Christmas show on ice featuring the Wyse and van den Berg Skating Academy of the Jamestown Skating Club. The production also includes musicians from Infi nity Performing Arts Program, and the singing voices of the Jamestown Junior Guilders. What better way to start your holiday season than taking the whole family to see a beautiful Christmas show on ice? Although this is their fi rst year producing a holiday ice show, the Jamestown Skating Club has been in existence for 23 years. Located at the Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena on 3rd St. in Jamestown, The Skating Academy has become a world Class Training Facility, with students from ages 6 through 18 years of age working under the tutelage of

Lenel van den Berg and Kirk Wyse. Lenel van den Berg, founder of the Academy, is a seven time National Champion of South Africa, and was a long time professional with Holiday on Ice. Kirk Wyse is a gold medalist of US Figure Skating and alumnus of the Ice Capades and Holiday on Ice. Infi nity Performing Arts Program provides the youth of Jamestown with community exposure to the arts. Their program not only provides musical instruction for everything from blues to big bands, but they perform regularly at local events, giving students public exposure to playing for an audience. The Jamestown Junior Guilders will be showcasing over 40 singers and dancers at Ice Christmas. The Junior Guilders are also associated with the Lucille Ball Theatre of Jamestown.

Have any budding fi gure skaters in your family? Maybe the next Wayne Gretsky? Perhaps you’re looking for a unique gift for one of your teens or children. Jamestown Skating Club offers a 7 week “Learn to Skate” training program at their 3rd St. arena. Ongoing lessons are held every Wednesday from 6pm – 6:50pm at the Jamestown Skating Club. Duration of the training program is 7 weeks for only $60, and skates are available at no extra charge. Figure skating and hockey lessons are available. Information is at JamestownSkatingClub.com. Tickets for Ice Christmas are only $10 and are now available online. There is one show only at 2pm on December 20, and only 1500 available seats, so don’t wait. Purchase your tickets at JamestownSkatingClub.com. Kirk Wyse promises it will be a “Holiday Showcase of our area’s amazing talents.”

Wingate by Wyndham in Ellicottville is encouraging its guests and the public to donate to our local Food Bank. A holiday collection box has been set up in the lobby of The Wingate, where community members can drop off non-perishable food items 24 hours a day. The collection will continue through Christmas. Show your holiday spirit and help others in need by donating today!

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Notice is hereby given that a license, number pending, for liquor has been applied for by theundersigned to sell liquor at retail in a restaurant under the alcoholic beverage control law at6557 Holiday Valley Road, Ellicottville, Cattaraugus County for on premises consumption.

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BOARD MEETINGSEllicottville Board Meetings For November: Village Planning Board-Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 5:30pm; Village Board-Monday, Dec. 14 at 6pm; Town Planning Board-Monday, Dec. 21 at 6pm; Town Board-Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 6pm. All meetings take place at the Village/Town Hall, 1 W. Washington Street in Ellicottville, unless otherwise noted. All meetings are open to the public.

PUBLIC NOTICESTOWN OF MANSFIELD DECEMBER TOWN BOARD MEETING: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the next regular meeting of the Town of Mansfi eld Board will be conducted with the Year-End Meeting scheduled for December 28, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. to be held at the Mansfi eld Town Hall in Eddyville, 7691 Toad Hollow Road, Little Valley.

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Community Church of Eddyville, 7705 Toad Hollow Road, Little Valley, 257-3703Sunday 10am

Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 22 Jefferson St., E’ville, 699-2592Mass Saturday 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am & 10:30am

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Faith Baptist Church of Mansfi eld, 7968 Reed Hill Road, Little Valley, 257-3645Adult Bible Study/Sunday School 10:00am, Sunday Worship 11:00am & 7:00pmWednesday 7:00pm Prayer & Bible Study

First Baptist Church of Great Valley, 5049 Route 219, Great Valley, 945-4629Sunday School for all ages 9:30am, Sunday Worship Service 10:45am & 6:30pm

Alliance Community Church, 6748 Route 417, Killbuck (next to Post Offi ce), 945-4292Sunday 11:00am

Little Valley United Methodist Church, 109 Court Street, Little Valley, 938-6150Sunday School 9:15am all ages, Worship 10:30am

The Cattaraugus County Health Department is sponsoring an H1NI Vaccination Clinic this Friday, Dec. 11 from 1-7pm at Bethany Lutheran Church, 6 Leo Moss Drive in Olean. This clinic is offered for priority groups only: pregnant women, caregivers of children 6 months old and younger, children ages 6 months to 24 years, people ages 25-64 years who have medical conditions, healthcare workers and emergency medical services personnel. Those falling into these categories who are interested in receiving the vaccine are asked to bring a driver’s license to the clinic. For more information, please contact the Health Department at 716-353-8525 or visit www.co.cattaraugus.ny.us

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V I E W S F R O M T H E V I L L A G EIrish Christmas Fundraiser Last Friday Night at the Gin Mill

Over 200 Local Residents Participated in Donating Gifts to Help Local Families in Need

E’ville’s Annual Christmas Stroll Filled Village Streets with NostalgiaLast Saturday Hosted an Old-Fashioned Holiday Featuring a Reindog Parade, Living Nativity and More

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Last Weekend Marked the Kickoff for ‘Boarding for Breast Cancer’The Boardroom Hosted a Fundraiser Saturday Night in Support of the Feb. 13 Event Coming to Holiday Valley

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