Events

MINA EST. 1824 The town of Mina covers an area of 22,028 acres and was formed from Clymer on March 23, 1824, and included Sherman until 1832. The town is favorably know for its beautiful lake, Findley, being the second largest in the county. Findley village is located on north end of the lake, as is the Lakeside Assembly, an association on the order of the Chautauqua Institution of the United Brethren. The settlement of the town started prior to the war of 1812.

  • TOWN OF MINA Brenda Stebbins, Assessor, PO Box 86, Findley Lake…………………………716-769-7125
  • Joan R. Himelein, Clerk, PO Box 38, Findley Lake …………………………    716-769-7204
  • David Wilcox, Council, PO Box 292, Findley Lake ………………………..     716-769-9169
  • Scott Bensink, Council, PO Box 160, Findley Lake ………………………..    716-769-7906
  • Denis R. Cooper, Council, 9957 Baily Hill Rd, Sherman, NY …………….   716-769-7333
  • Dennis M. Luce, Council, 2916 Rt. 426, Findley Lake ……………………. 716-769-7389
  • Paul R. Scarem, Highway Superintendent, PO Box 126 Findley Lake .. 716-769-7194
  • Craig Kinney, Justice, PO Box 417, Findley Lake …………………………  716-769-7250
  • Rebecca N. Brumagin, Supervisor, PO Box 300 Findley Lake ………..    716-769-7252
  • Greg Osman, Code Enforcement Officer………………………………….      716-769-7125
  • Town Hall, 2883 North Rd. Findley Lake …………………………………    716-769-7204 __________________________________________________________________________________
  • PEEK’N PEAK OPENS THURSDAY DECEMBER 10 * 9:30 AM TO 10 PAM

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  • FINDLEY LAKE CRUISE – IN Sunday, July 19th, 2009 10:00 – 3:00 PM FOOD, SHOPPING, FUN LOTS OF CLASSIC AND ANTIQUE CARS
SUMMER OF 2008 CRUISE INN @ FINDLEY LAKE

SUMMER OF 2008 CRUISE INN @ FINDLEY LAKE

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AREA CALENDAR OF EVENTS

  • Sat. & Sun. October 10th & 11th / 17th & 18th: Peek’n Peak Fall Festival – Highlights included indoor and outdoor craft show, children’s entertainment and activities, a petting zoo, farmers market and more!
  • Saturday October 10th: Cross Roads Chili Cook Off
  • Saturday October 24th: Peek’n Peak Beer & Wine Festival. Sample the best beer and wine of the region!
  • Saturday November 7th: Christmas Craft Days in Findley Lake
  • Sat & Sun. November 7th & 8th / 14th & 15th: Chautauqua Lake Erie Wine Trail Annual Harvest Wine Weekends. Sample delicious fall fare and inspired wine choices. $35 / Person. More info & tickets available at www.chautauquawinetrail.com toll free at 888-965-4800 or at any participating winery.
  • Sat. & Sun November 21st & 22nd : Christmas Through The Village (Findley Lake)

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EVENTS AT PEEK’N PEAK RESORT & SPA

  • October 24: Beer & Wine Festival
  • November 7 & 8: Wine Trail Weekend
  • November 14 & 15: Wine Trail Weekend
  • November 27: Trail Of Lights Grand Opening
  • December (All Month): Trail of Lights
  • December 6: Brunch W/ Santa
  • December 27-30: Junior Race Camp
  • December 28- Jan 1: Snowboard Camp
  • January 4-10: Scout Week At The Peak
  • January 9: Chili Cook Off  & Back To School Bus Jam
  • January 10: Highmark Quad Race
  • January 15-18: Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend
  • January 23 & 24: USASA Snowboard Event
  • February 6: Chicken Wing Cook Off & New Era Terrain Competition
  • February 12-15: Presidents’ Day Weekend
  • February 19-21: Ohio State/Penns State Alumni Weekend
  • February 27: Shop Showdown
  • March 6-7: Spring Fest
  • March 6-7: Peek’n Peak Winter Olympics
  • March 27-28: Rock Maple Racing Snocross
  • RACHS & RAIL JAMS THROUGHOUT THE SEASON!

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Information For Chautauqua Institution

  • www.ciweb.org
  • Ticket Office: 716-357-6250
  • Athenaeum Hotel: 800-821-1881
  • Group Sales: 716-357-6262
  • Conferencing & Special Events: 716-357-6239

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Courtesy of Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau always check dates and times

www.tourchautauqua.com
1/16/2010 – 1/18/2010 10 AM- 5PM “Bare the Barrels” Chautauqua Lake Erie Wine Trail
Silver Creek, NY to North East, PA 888.965.4800 www.chautauquawinetrail.com Free event! Visit participating wineries along the trail, as they clear the tanks and barrels to prepare for the 2010 releases. Fine the bargains and stock up on your favorite wines. No tickets or reservations are necessary!
1/16/2010 8 PM Cinema Series: Four Seasons Lodge
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9-11 Church St., Fredonia 716.679.1891 www.fredopera.org Four Seasons Lodge follows a community of Holocaust survivors who come together each summer at their beloved bungalow colony to dance, cook, fight, flirt and celebrate their survival. Unrated, 97 mins.
1/22/2010 8 PM Cinema Series:Old Dogs
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9-11 Church St., Fredonia 716.679.1891 www.fredopera.org wo best friends – one unlucky-in-love divorcee (Robin Williams) and the other a fun-loving bachelor (John Travolta) – have their lives turned upside down when they’re unexpectedly charged with the care of six-year-old twins. Rated PG for some mild, rude humor, 88 mins
1/23 & 1/24/2010 USASA Slopestyle Race
Peek’n Peak Resort, Findley Lake 716.355.4141 www.pknpk.com
Qualify at The Peak and get one step closer to the national championships April 4-9 at Copper Mountain. Join in or just watch the races!
1/23 & 1/24/2010 1 PM to 3 PM Chautauqua Sleigh Rides
Chautauqua Bookstore, Chautauqua Institution 716.782.2871
Every Saturday and Sunday – group sleigh rides throughout the grounds of Chautauqua Institution $3/adulst, $2/children
1/23/2010 and 1/26/2010 8 PM Cinema Series:A Serious Man
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9-11 Church St., Fredonia 716.679.1891 www.fredopera.org Exploring questions of faith, familial responsibility, delinquency, dental phenomena, academia, mortality, and Judaism as only the Coen Brothers can.Sat. & Tues. Rated R for language, some sexuality/nudity and brief violence, 105 mins.
1/29/2010 7 PM “Expect the Impossible”
Marvel Theatre, SUNY Fredonia
Juggler Mark Nizer has changed the way people view the world – the impossible is possible, the improbable is probable. Now, Nizer brings his world-famous juggling talents back to Rockefeller Arts Center. Portions of the show will feature Nizer’s special 3D effects. All audience members will receive a pair of 3D glasses when they arrive at the theatre.
1/30 & 1/31/2010 1 PM CMSC & NASTAR Races
Cockaigne Ski Area, 1493 Thornton Rd., Cherry Creek 716.287.3223 www.cockaigne.com
Races or just watch the races ! Enjoy Stray Cat Karaoke in the lodge from 4 PM – 8 PM.
1/30 & 1/31/2010 1 PM to 3 PM Sleigh Parade & Chautauqua Sleigh Rides
Chautauqua Bookstore, Chautauqua Institution
Every Saturday and Sunday – group sleigh rides throughout the grounds of Chautauqua Institution $3/adulst, $2/children. On Sunday, there will be an informal costumed Currier & Ives costumed sleigh parade. After the parade, there will be food served in the South Lot and a couple of teams will be offering sleigh rides from there as well as the regular sleigh rides from Chautauqua Bookstore
1/30/2010 2 PM “Drew The Dramatic Fool”
Reg Lenna Civic Center, 16 E. Third St., Jamestown 716.484.7070 www.reglenna.com Family Series Performance
2/5/2010 11 AM First Friday Lunch Bunch
Jamestown Audubon Centerd, 1600 Riverside Rd., Jamestown 716.569.2345 www.jamestownaudubon.org “First Friday Lunch Bunch – bring your own lunch & the Audubon provides coffee & tea. Featuring a new Nature speaker every month.”
2/6/2010 2/6/2010 1 PM 5 PM Chicken Wing Cook-off
Peek’n Peak Resort, 1405 Old Rd., Findley Lake 716.355.4141 www.pknpk.com
Come to the Peek and sample the wings. Vote for your favorite wing flavors from area restaurants! Live DJ and drink specials all afternoon.
2/6/2010 & 2/7/2010 10 AM -5 PM Wine & Chocolate Weekend
Chautauqua -Lake Erie Wine Trail, Silver Creek To North East, PA. 877.326.6561 www.chautauqua-wine-trail.com
Visit 21 wineries on the Wine Trail. Enjoy a sampling of delicious wine & unique chocolate creations. Each guest receive a commemorative wine glass, recipe cards & a commemorative gift. All tickets will be pre-sold.
Calendar of Events January & February 2010
2/6 & 2/7/2010 1 PM to 3 PM Chautauqua Sleigh Rides
Chautauqua Bookstore, Chautauqua Institution 716/782-2871
Every Saturday and Sunday – group sleigh rides throughout the grounds of Chautauqua Institution $3/adulst, $2/children
2/6/2010 & 2/7/2010 8 AM- 9 PM Chautauqua Winter Games
JSB Ice Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown 716.664.6609 www.jamestownskatingclub.com The FUN! figure skating competition! And the skating is awesome! Freestyle, Dance and Pairs Competitive Events. World, International, and National Judges from across the country will judge at this competition.
2/6/2010 11 AM – 4:30 PM Snowflake Festival
Audubon Center & Sanctuary, 1600 Riverside Rd.., Jamestown 716.569.2345 www.jamestownaudubon.org This Snowflake Festival is bigger than ever! A wonderful, winter family tradition. Indoor/outdoor activities, sleigh rides, Arts/crafts workshops, food, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing 5 mi. trails.
2/12/2010 – 2/21/2010 8 PM, 2 PM on Sun “Noises Off” Live Theater
Lucille Ball Little Theatre, 18 E. Second St., Jamestown 716.483.1095
www.designsmiths.net/lucilleball/NowPlaying.htm
A comedy – often called the funniest farce ever written – this dizzy, well-known romp is a festival of delirium!
2/12/2010 – 2/14/2010 11 AM Sat.11-9, Sun 11- 4 Presidents Day Weekend I.C.E.Fest
Lakeside Park, Route 394, Mayville 716.753.3113 www.mayvillechautauquachamber.org Annual Winter Festival along the shore of Chautauqua Lake Winter events & activities. contests, concessions, crafts, entertainment, food. Fireworks light up the sky on Saturday at 8pm.
2/13/2010 10 AM – 12 PM “Little Explorers & Nature Detectives”
Audubon Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Rd Jamestown 716.569.2345 www.jamestownaudubon.org Exploring nature for children aged 3 to 8 and their favorite grown-up.The program starts inside – but there is always an outdoor exploration, too, so dress for the weather. Reservations required by previous Thursday.
2/13/2010 Valentine’s Day Winemaker’s Dinner
Quincy Cellars Winery, 10606 Route Twenty, Ripley 716.736.202 www.quincycellars.com
Our popular ensemble of delectable courses is paired with a complementing Quincy Cellars wine. See the complete menu on our website. ***Reservations are required***
2/13 & 2/14/2010 1 PM to 3 PM Chautauqua Sleigh Rides
Chautauqua Bookstore, Chautauqua Institution 716/782-2871
Every Saturday and Sunday – group sleigh rides throughout the grounds of Chautauqua Institution $3/adulst, $2/children
2/19/2010 8 PM Cirque Eos Imaginaire
JSB Ice Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown 716.484.2624 www.jsbia.com
2/20/2010 12 PM-3 PM Chili Cook Off At The Retreat
Peek’n Peak Resort, Findley Lake 716.355.4141 www.pknpk.com
Enjoy the best regional chili recipes from your favorite restaurants and taverns and vote on the winner in four different categories.
2/27/ & 2/28/2010 Sat: 9-6., Sun 9-1 Turkey & Deer Hunting Expo
Chautauqua Suites Expo Center, 215 W. Lake Rd., Mayville 716.269.STAY www.chautauqua-suites.com
Featuring exhibitors displaying the latest in deer & turkey hunting equipment at great show special discounts. Door prizes, charity fundraiser, informative workshops, & great food will add to the fun.
2/27/2010 Shop Showdown
Peek’n Peak Resort, Findley Lake 716.355.4141 www.pknpk.com
Watch as the areas top shops compete in this exciting two-part series! Local shop riders compete with 2 DJs spinning beats. This is sure to be a party in the terrain park!
2/27/2010 & 2/28/2010 11 AM Geigers Ski & Sport Haus Race Weekend
Cockaigne Ski Area, 1493 Thornton Rd., Cherry Creek 716.287.3223 www.cockaigne.com 11 AM Slalom Trophy Race sponsored by Geigers, Chagrin Falls, OH. 1 PM -NASTAR Race. Join the BEACH PARTY from 4 PM to 8 PM with DJ Dan Warren. Sunday – NASTAR & Winter Olympics. No charge for race spectators.