The Olean Kennel Club will host a free community seminar on how to recover a lost dog.  The seminar will take place Sunday, June 22, 11am, at the Kennel Club, located at 1208 Vine Street.  Guest Speakers will feature animal recovery experts Vicki Cusimano and Beth Thompson, from the group Great Dames Trap and Recover.  Both will go over do’s and dont’s of recovering your pet.  The seminar is free and open to the public…light refreshments will be served.  Donations to Great Dames Trap and Recover are appreciated.  Please RSVP your attendance by June 18 at:  www.oleankennelclub.com.

The 5th annual American Legion Riders, Chapter #108 Benefit Run takes place Sunday, June 22, starting and ending at the Bradford American Legion.  Registration takes place from 9:00-10:30am, with kickstands up at 11:00.  Bring your helmets, as the trip will travel into New York State.  All vehicles are welcome to take part.  Drivers are $20 each, and Riders are $15 each.  There’s a dinner at the Legion following the ride.  Other fundraisers will take place at the Legion.

Registration is taking place for the annual Greater Olean Area Corporate Challenge, set to take place Thursday, June 26.  The Challenge is a 5k run or 2 mile walk through Olean’s downtown, starting and ending at the JCC Parking Lot.  The Early Bird registration price is $26 for GOACC Members, and $31 for public participants.  The price includes a $12 food voucher and a drink ticket at the end of the event.  This price is in effect until June 24.  Prices increase by $4 after the 24th.  To register, go to:  oleanny.com/challenge, or call (716)372-4433.  You can also register in person at the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce Office, at 301 North Union Street.

The City of Olean Youth Bureau and Recreation Department’s Summer Concert Series will again take place at Lincoln Park, with select concerts at Oak Hill Park.  The concerts will take place from 6-8pm.  The May and June Schedule:

Thursday, May 22      The Sticktights  (Folk/Rock)  Lincoln Park POSTPONED UNTIL LATER THIS SUMMER

Thursday, May 29      Five and Time (Classic Rock)  Lincoln Park

Thursday, June 5        Pendleton Station (Classic Rock)  Lincoln Park

Wednesday, June 11  Miss Hoshi’s Trio (Bluegrass)  Lincoln Park

Thursday, June 19      Allegany Alumni and Friends Band (Variety)  Lincoln Park

Saturday, June 21      Bottoms Up (Southern Rock & Country)  Oak Hill Park

Thursday, June 16      Dave Dorson (Acoustic Classic Rock)  Lincoln Park

The Oswayo Valley Memorial Library will hold a yard and book sale on Friday, June 27, from 10-4, and Saturday, June 28, from 10-2.  Books will be on sale for $2 a bag.

This year’s Coldspring Town Picnic will take place at the Coldspring Fire Hall on Saturday, June 28, and will feature a Wood Cutting Competition.  This Competition will be open to people in the wood cutting industry, and begins at 4:00pm.  Competitors must have Chain Saw Chaps and Eye Protection.  The wood cutting competition costs $10 to enter.  To register, call Jeff Frank, at (716)572-9244.

The African Center for Cultural Development will hold Juneteenth 2025 on Saturday, June 28, from noon-3:00pm, at Olean’s Bethany Lutheran Church.  The event will be a neighborhood party, with music, great food and other activities.  For more information, check their social media pages.

The Oswayo Valley Memorial Library will hold a yard and book sale on Saturday, June 28, from 10-2.  Books will be on sale for $2 a bag.

The Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department will hold their Funfest 2025 event on Saturday, June 28, at the Fire Hall.  The day includes a Parade that starts at 11:00…a Chicken BBQ starts at noon, and Water Fights begin at 1:00.  For more information, look up the Shinglehouse Fire Department Facebook page.

The City of Olean’s Youth Bureau and Recreation Department will hold their annual Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 28, starting at 9:30 at Forness Pond.  This is a free event…registration takes place from 9:30-10:00, with fishing from 10-noon.  There’s two age groups-younger than 10 years old, and 10 and older…participants over the age of 16 must possess a valid NYS Fishing License).  Prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the event.  The Olean Rod and Gun Club will provide hot dogs and pop to participants.  The sponsors include Whitetail Country Sports World, the Olean Rod and Gun Club and the City of Olean Youth Bureau.

Coast Rider will hold a special Trail Maintenance and Upkeep Fundraiser on Saturday, June 28, at the Otto Township Firehall on Sweitzer Drive in Duke Center.  The action begins at noon, with a Chicken BBQ Dinner…dinners are $15 each, with pre-sale tickets available at Jim Coast Sales and Service.    There’s Barrel Racing at 1:30, and Bounty Hole at 3:00…a Chinese Auction and 50/50 will also be held.  Proceeds will be used to maintain trails in and around Duke Center, Rixford and surrounding areas.

A benefit Chicken BBQ will be held on Sunday, June 29, from 2-6pm, at the Eldred Township Fire Hall.  The benefit will also include a Chinese Auction, a Baked Goods Sale and music by DJ Jimmy.  Chicken Dinners are $15 each.  All proceeds will benefit two families who lost everything to a house fire in early May.

The Olean Youth and Recreation Department and the Twin Tiers Disc Golf Club will hold a Youth Splash Tournament on Saturday, July 5th at Franchot Park.  The event is for kids ages 6-18, with a Registration Fee of $10.  Participants will receive a “Player’s Pack”, which includes a disc, water bottle, sunglasses and a coupons for pizza and Hi-Ho Ice Cream.  Registration starts at 9:30, with two rounds around the course.  Awards will be handed out at 1:45.  More information and registration is available at: www.discgolfscene.com

The Great Valley Fire Company presents Band Jam, two days of music and fun on Friday and Saturday, July 11-12, at the Great Valley Fireman’s Clubhouse.  The music goes from 6-midnight on Friday, featuring the Hick Ups, Jon & Sandy, and Octagon…another five bands perform on Saturday, from 3-midnight.  Admission on Friday is $5 per person, and $10 per person on Saturday.  Kids under the age of 12 are admitted for free both days.  Band Jam also features on-site food vendors, and events and fun for all ages.  There’s free camping available, with advanced reservations encouraged.  For more information, go to:  www.greatvalleyfirecompany.com.

The Great Valley Fire Company’s Band Jam continues on Saturday, July 12, with five bands starting at 3:00.  Enjoy Music from the Chillbillies, Kimber & the Silver Fox, Interstate Daydream, Wildfire, and the Bob Hartle Band.  Admission is $10, with kids under the age of 12 free.  There’s activities for all ages, on-site food vendors and more.  More information is available at:  www.greatvalleyfireco.com

The 2nd annual Hospitality Scholarship Golf Tournament will take place Sunday, July 13, at Birch Run Golf Course in Allegany.  The tournament is an 18-hole scramble with a 9:00am Shotgun Start.  The cost is $75 per player, which includes golf, cart, and a Chicken BBQ dinner following golf.  Other fundraisers will be taking place during and after the event.  All proceeds will benefit the Greater Olean Area Hospitality Scholarship Fund, helping local students pursue college degrees, with a special focus on Hospitality-related careers.  Only 60 golfers will be accepted, so early registration in encouraged.

The Kennedy, NY Fire Department celebrates 100 years of service with a full day of events at their Fire Hall and Fireman’s Grounds, on Saturday, July 19.  There’s events for the whole family, plenty of food, music and special celebrations.  The event begins at 11:00 with a car show…there’s a volunteer firefighters water battle at 1:00, and a pie-eating contest at 2:00.   A Fireworks Show caps off the night at 9:30.  The event also includes a take out-only chicken BBQ on Sunday, July 20, starting at noon until sold out.  More information and a schedule of events is available on the Kennedy Fire Department’s Facebook page.

Registrations are now being taken for the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, set to take place Wednesday, July 23, at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville.  The day is a 4-person scramble…registration begins at 11:00, with a Shotgun Start at 1:00.  The event is open to all, with discounts for GOACC members.  There’s also Stay and Play packages available.  You can register online at www.oleanny.com/Golf.  Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Registration is underway for the 1st annual Don Scholla Memorial Golf Tournament, set to take place Monday, July 28, at Olean’s Bartlett Country Club.  The cost is $150 per player, or $600 per 4-person team.   The fee includes golf, cart, lunch and a casual dinner following play.  Games, raffles and other fundraisers will take place during play..sponsorships are also available.  The deadline to register is Monday, July 21…for more information, questions, or to register online, contact:  dschollagolftournament@gmail.com…all proceeds will go for scholarships.

The City of Olean Youth Bureau and Recreation Department’s Summer Concert Series continues through Thursday, September 11…Most of the shows take place at the Lincoln Park Gazebo on Thursday nights, from 6-8pm, but there are special concerts set for Oak Hill Park.  The full concert schedule can be accessed by going to the city’s website:  www.cityofolean.org.  The July Concerts:

Thursday, July 3    Alex Cole (Country-Rock)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Friday, July 4    Generations (Oldies)  6-8pm, Lincoln Park

Thursday, July 10    Old Dawgs, New Tricks (Old Time Bluegrass)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Thursday, July 17    Larry Lewicki Band (Polkas-Oldies)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Saturday, July 19    Muddy Rivers Band (Blues)  6-8pm  Oak Hill Park

Thursday, July 24    Brian Ash (Classic Rock)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Thursday, July 31    Not Norman (Classic Rock)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Tickets for the Friends of the Cuba Library, Incorporated’s “Cheers, Cheese & Chocolate” fundraiser are now available.  The event takes place Friday, August 1st, from 7-9pm at the Library.  Early bird tickets are $20 each, if purchased by June 30th.  After June 30th, individual tickets are $25.  There’s a special Designated Driver ticket for $15, and other sponsorship levels are available through July 26th.  The event is pre-sale only, and you must be age 21 and over to attend.  Proceeds will benefit the library’s Summer Reading Program, and the Teen & Children’s Program.  For more information, contact the Cuba Circulating Library (585)968-1668, or check their social media pages.

The City of Olean Youth and Recreation Department will hold its 50th annual City Cup Softball Tournament August 8-10, at Bradner Stadium and Forness Park.  Registration for teams is underway, with a deadline to enter of Friday, August 1, at 4:00.  The cost per team is $225…All rosters and entry fees must be turned into the Youth and Recreation Office, Room 109 in the City Building.

For men’s teams, league players MUST play with their league teams unless they are released by their team.  For women’s teams each league is allowed two non-roster players.  For more information and rules, contact Men’s Tournament Director Bill Bizzaro, at (716)378-9420, or Women’s Tournament Director Mandy Bushnell, at (716)957-6776.

The City of Olean’s Franchot Park Wading Pool will begin regular Summer hours on Saturday, June 21, through Sunday, August 10.  The hours are daily, from 11-2, and again from 2:30-5:00.  All hours are subject to weather conditions.  The complete schedule is available online at the City of Olean website.

Directions in Independent Living will hold its 4th annual Golf Scramble on Saturday, August 16, at Allegany Hills Golf Course in Rushford.  Registration starts at 8:00am, with a 9:00 Shotgun Start.  The fee is $80, which includes golf, cart, food at the turn and a dinner to follow.  For more information, and to pre-register, contact Caitlin Metler at (585)933-0140, or email: cmetler@oleanilc.org.  All proceeds benefit Directions in Independent Living’s programs.

The Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Department will host a Sportsman’s Show on Saturday, August 16, from 9-4, and Sunday, August 17, from 9-3, at their Fire Hall on Main Street.  Admission both days is $5 per person…uniformed military personnel and police can attend for free.  Buy, sell, trade firearms, hunting items, optics, knives, fishing equipment and archery equipment.  100 Vendor Tables are avaialble for $25 each…there’s free parking, security provided, and the kitchen will be open.  For more information, contact Denny Wineberg at:  eldredsport@hotmail.com, or (814)598-5841…or Frank Gilmore, at (814) 558-9162.

ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL FIREARM ORDINANCES AND LAWS MUST BE OBEYED!

The Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Department’s Sportsman’s Show continues Sunday, August 17, from 9-3, at their Fire Hall on Main Street.  Admission is $5 per person…uniformed military personnel and police can attend for free.  Buy, sell, trade firearms, hunting items, optics, knives, fishing equipment and archery equipment.  100 Vendor Tables are avaialble for $25 each…there’s free parking, security provided, and the kitchen will be open.  For more information, contact Denny Wineberg at:  eldredsport@hotmail.com, or (814)598-5841…or Frank Gilmore, at (814) 558-9162.

ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL FIREARM ORDINANCES AND LAWS MUST BE OBEYED!

Registration for the annual Jim Wetherby Memorial Golf Tournament is underway.  The 4-persosn scramble takes place Saturday, August 23, at Allegheny Hills Golf Course, in Rushford…the 18-hole event begins with a shotgun start at 8:30am.  Included in the $70 fee are golf and cart, hole prizes, 50/50, raffles, hot dogs at the turn, and a dinner at the Cuba VFW.  All proceeds from the tournament are donated to various local and regional Veterans organizations.  You can sign up to play at the Cuba VFW, Route 305 in Cuba, or by calling Tom Burt at (716) 307-6340.  The tournament is sponsored by the Cuba VFW Auxiliary Post 2721, in the Memory of Past President Jim Wetherby.

The City of Olean Youth Bureau and Recreation Department’s Lincoln Park Summer Concert Series runs through Thursday, September 11.  Most of the concerts take place at the Lincoln Park Gazebo, but there are a few concerts scheduled for Oak Hill Park.  For the complete schedule of concerts, go to the city website at:   www.cityofolean.org.  The August schedule:

Thursday, August 7    The Cruisers (Classic Rock)  6-8pm, Lincoln Park

Thursday, August 14    Generations (Oldies)  6-8pm, Lincoln Park

Thursday, August 21    LTM Trio (Jazz)  6-8pm, Lincoln Park

Saturday, August 23    Not Norman (Classic Rock)  6-8pm, Oak Hill Park

Sunday, August 24    Freddie and the Jets (Oldies)  2-4pm, Lincoln Park

Thursday, August 28    Red Gray (Outlaw Country)  6-8pm, Lincoln Park

The City of Olean Public Works Department will do a curbside pick-up of Yard Waste on the last Wednesday of the month, beginning April 30, and ending September 24.  There are some requirements:  All yard waste must be in paper bags…plastic bags will not be accepted.  Brush must be bundled with twine or rope…bundles can be no longer than 3 feet long, or 18 inches in diameter…and yard waste must be to the curb by 7am…for questions, or more information, contact the City Department of Public Works, at (716)376-5651.

The Olean Area Farmers Market is open for the season, in Olean’s Lincoln Park.  There are new hours this year, with the Market open from 9am-1pm on Saturdays.  The Market offers a wide variety of locally-produced products, from food to flowers and crafts.  The Market offers a credit card terminal, and will accept SNAP EBT Cards.  The Olean Farmer’s Market participates in the FreshConnect $2 Check Program, allowing SNAP Benefits users to double their money.  The Market only accepts farmers and crafter who produce their own products.  The Market will run through November 1, with two special holiday markets at Thanksgiving and Christmas.  More information can be found by contacting Rita Schichtel at:  farmersmarketofolean@gmail.com.

The Hinsdale American Legion will be serving Fish Frys every Friday from 5-8pm, beginning Friday, March 14.  Dinners cost $14, and include French Fries, Coleslaw and a Roll.