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SUMMARY:Falconer "Encounter" - Can This Union Be Saved?
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on the 2 & 4th Wednesdays of each month for a light dinner at 5:30 followed by a discussion program. Topics will vary. Children’s activities will be provided. Question? Contact Pastor Mike at (716) 665-2008 \nCan This Union Be Saved features a filmed interview with Denny Howard\, a marriage counselor who shares how the strategies employed to help estranged couples may work with those who have divergent political views. \n“I think what is really dividing our country\, similar to in a marriage relationship\, is people are really nearsighted in the way they see things\,” Howard says. “We aren’t looking for common ground or how we can connect.” \nDuring the program\, participants will have the opportunity to share their political views while establishing common ground with people holding opposing views.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/falconer-encounter-can-this-union-be-saved/
LOCATION:Falconer UMC\, 201 N Work St\, Falconer\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T203000
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SUMMARY:This Just In: Latest Discoveries in the Universe
DESCRIPTION:Neil deGrasse Tyson leads the world-renowned Hayden Planetarium of the American Museum of Natural History in New York City where he is the first occupant of its Frederick P. Rose Directorship. He is also a research associate of the Museum’s Department of Astrophysics. \nTyson’s latest books are Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization containing his life’s wisdom on the intersection of science literacy and culture and To Infinity and Beyond: A Journey of Cosmic Discovery\, coauthored with Lindsey Nyx Walker\, both New York Times bestsellers. \nIn 2024\, Tyson published Merlin’s Tour of the Universe\, a 21st century update of his very first book\, a playful Q&A on the universe conducted by Merlin\, a visitor from Andromeda whose task is to help Earthlings understand how the universe works. The book is illustrated by his artist brother\, Stephen J. Tyson. \nNEED TO KNOW INFO: \nArrive early: Doors open at 5:00pm\, please be patient with our volunteers and staff as we all make sure the event is enjoyed by all. \nSeating: Seating is first come first served per each designated section. There are seats for everyone. \nPhoto ID: You must present your photo ID at the door to enter the event. \nWristbands: You will be given a wristband to wear based on whether you purchased Preferred Seating or General Admission. You must wear this wristband for the duration of the event. \nBag Policy: We are following the latest Erie Events Bag Policy\, and it will be strictly enforced. Please visit the Erie Events website for complete details of all Prohibited Items. \nLate Arrivals and Re-Entry: The doors will lock at 6:50pm and NO admittance will be allowed after the doors close. This includes if you were already in the event and stepped outside. No one will be admitted into the building for any reason after 6:50pm. \nTicket holders: NO ONE who is not registered BY NAME will be admitted. If you purchased tickets for someone who is no longer able to attend\, you must call to update us with the name of the person coming in their place. Tickets cannot be transferred to anyone while checking into the event. Please call us to update any ticket holder information 48 hours before the event- 814.459.8000.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/this-just-in-latest-discoveries-in-the-universe/
LOCATION:Bayfront Convention Center\, 1 Sassafras Pier\, Erie\, PA\, 16507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T130000
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SUMMARY:36th Ability Awareness Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Resource Center will host the 36th Ability Awareness Awards Celebration on October 30 at 11:30 am at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. Reservations are $30 per person and are required no later than October 21\, 2025. \nPlease join us for a celebration as we honor the accomplishments of wonderful people in our community doing great things! \nRegister Here: https://resourcecenter.org/ability-awareness-awards…
URL:https://mychq.org/event/36th-ability-awareness-awards-celebration/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Harbor Hotel\, 10 Dunham Ave\, Celoron\, NY\, 14720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Resource Center - Jamestown":MAILTO:steve.waterson@resourcecenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T203000
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SUMMARY:Barcelona Harbor: 1800-1860
DESCRIPTION:The harbor we now know as Barcelona played a prominent role in the early settlement and development of Chautauqua County\, beginning with improvements by the Holland Land Company and continuing with federal appropriations aimed at improving navigation on Lake Erie. \nFor nearly 40 years in the 1800s\, Barcelona was one of the busiest communities in the county! Former Chautauqua County Historian Michelle Henry will discuss the investors who built piers and large commercial warehouses at Barcelona\, the Lake Erie storms that regularly threatened the shoreline and sailing vessels\, and the passenger ships that brought both prominent visitors and newly arriving immigrants to our county. \nHenry was appointed the Chautauqua County Historian in March 2000 and also served as the County’s Record Management Coordinator until she retired in January 2023. She is currently Research Historian with the NYS Office of Parks\, Recreation and Historic Preservation. \nPart of Here & There – Chautauqua County History\, Travelers\, & Memories \nAdmission is FREE\, although donations are gratefully accepted
URL:https://mychq.org/event/barcelona-harbor-1800-1860/
LOCATION:The 1891 Fredonia Opera House\, 9 Church St.\, Fredonia\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The 1891 Fredonia Opera House":MAILTO:operahouse@fredopera.org
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SUMMARY:How Does a Watershed Affect You with Bethany O’Hagan
DESCRIPTION:First Friday (Adult+)\nHow Does a Watershed Affect You with Bethany O’Hagan \nFriday\, November 7\, 2025\n11:00 a.m. – Noon \n$8 Adults; $6 Nature Center members\n$6 Children 9 – 15 \nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome. \nJoin Bethany O’Hagan from Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy to learn about how a watershed affects you. \nEverywhere you are in the world\, you are in a watershed; they help filter and clean our lakes\, rivers\, and streams. And a Land Trust\, like Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy\, is just the thing to help keep them healthy and flowing forever. \nA healthy watershed is like a silent guardian for everyone\, everywhere. They protect water quality\, nurture wildlife\, and buffer communities from environmental extremes while simultaneously supplying everyone with drinking water\, supporting agriculture\, and sustaining ecosystems. They are also naturally filtering pollutants from water and improving the overall water quality in all the lakes and streams we recreate and play in. Which is why they matter so much\, and why Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy\, as a Land Trust\, is dedicated to protecting the land\, that helps protect our waters to help keep a healthy watershed for all generations to come. \nBethany was born and raised in Alaska. After working for 15 years in the sustainability field in Portland\, Oregon\, she moved her family to Chautauqua County a little over three years ago. As the Land Specialist for Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy (CWC)\, Bethany oversees all of CWC’s nature preserves\, easements\, and over 46 preserve stewards. She also serves on the County Planning Board\, the board of Zonta\, as Vice President of Southern Tier Girls Babe Ruth Softball\, on the Jamestown Farmers Market Advisory Council. She is also an 8U Softball coach\, a master gardener\, and master recycler.  Bethany loves camping\, fishing\, being outside\, and canoeing with her two spunky young daughters\, Husky dog\, and amazing husband. \nSpecial Information: If you’d like to bring a packed lunch\, you can visit attendees and the speaker after the program. \nJoin Bethany O’Hagan at 11:00 a.m. on November 7 to learn more about the functions of watersheds at Audubon’s First Friday program.  
URL:https://mychq.org/event/how-does-a-watershed-affect-you-with-bethany-ohagan/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20250623T145625Z
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SUMMARY:Falconer "Encounter" - Why God?
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on the 2 & 4th Wednesdays of each month for a light dinner at 5:30 followed by a discussion program. Topics will vary. Children’s activities will be provided. Question? Contact Pastor Mike at (716) 665-2008 \nWhy\, God? features an original film depicting the true story of Thomas Vander Woude\, who found his son struggling for his life after a backyard accident. \nAccording to Lifetree Café representative Craig Cable\, “When tragedy strikes\, many people question how God could allow such suffering. This Lifetree program addresses this question head-on.”
URL:https://mychq.org/event/falconer-encounter-why-god/
LOCATION:Falconer UMC\, 201 N Work St\, Falconer\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falconer UMC":MAILTO:falconerumc@windstream.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T130000
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SUMMARY:She Started It Summit
DESCRIPTION:Your next big move starts here. She Started It Summit brings together driven women college students ready to build their future—whether that’s launching a business or crushing their career goals. Hear unfiltered stories from local women leaders who’ve been in your shoes\, master LinkedIn strategies that actually work\, get hands-on tools to refine your ideas\, and connect with peers all for FREE \nWhen: Sunday November 16 from 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Where: Holiday Valley in Ellicottville\, NY (in the Fairway Room) \nAgenda:9:30 AM – Check-In & Welcome10:00 AM – Welcome + Panel: Real Talk with Local Women LeadersKayla Crosby – Owner and Manager\, Jamestown JackalsTori Koch – Owner\, Book CellarsErica Rose – Owner\, Rose & Grace Studio and XO Erica Rose11:00 AM Workshop: LinkedIn Like a Pro (Erica Rose)Learn how to revamp your profile and make authentic connections11:30 AM Workshop: From Idea to Action with the Lean CanvasIncubatorWorks guides you through the proven tool to map out your business ideas and projects like a founder12:15 PM – Lunch\, Networking\, + PhotosConnect with peers\, swap ideas\, and snap some professional photos
URL:https://mychq.org/event/she-started-it-summit/
LOCATION:Holiday Valley\, 6557 Holiday Valley Rd\, Ellicottville\, 14731\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board":MAILTO:sphearsdorf@southerntierwest.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000
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SUMMARY:Falconer "Encounter" - Dreams & Nightmares
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on the 2 & 4th Wednesdays of each month for a light dinner at 5:30 followed by a discussion program. Topics will vary. Children’s activities will be provided. Question? Contact Pastor Mike at (716) 665-2008 \nDreams and Nightmares features a filmed interview with Dr. William Moorcroft\, author of “Understanding Sleep and Dreaming.” \nIn the interview\, Moorcroft explains that sleep is critical for our brains to function and dreams are a way for the mind to organize and process information. \n“There are different components in our brain\, and when we’re awake\, they function one way\,” Moorcroft says. “When we sleep\, that functional organization greatly changes. Sleep is not a waste of time; it is a reorganization of the brain.” \nIn the episode\, Moorcroft also discusses the cause of recurring dreams and nightmares.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/falconer-encounter-dreams-nightmares/
LOCATION:Falconer UMC\, 201 N Work St\, Falconer\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falconer UMC":MAILTO:falconerumc@windstream.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T190000
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SUMMARY:Falconer "Encounter" - An Encounter with God
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on the 2 & 4th Wednesdays of each month for a light dinner at 5:30 followed by a discussion program. Topics will vary. Children’s activities will be provided. Question? Contact Pastor Mike at (716) 665-2008 \nThis episode features a filmed interview with Former Ethiopian prime minister Tamrat Layne as he discusses his encounter with God. \nAfter serving as prime minister\, Layne was convicted of corruption charges and served 12 years in prison. During his incarceration\, Layne claims he experienced a supernatural visit from God. \n“This compelling story raises questions we’ll consider at this program\,” says Lifetree representative Craig Cable. “Did God appear in an Ethiopian prison cell to Layne? Are such encounters real? If so\, why doesn’t God appear to anyone who asks him to do so?”
URL:https://mychq.org/event/falconer-encounter-an-encounter-with-god/
LOCATION:Falconer UMC\, 201 N Work St\, Falconer\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falconer UMC":MAILTO:falconerumc@windstream.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000
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SUMMARY:Falconer "Encounter" - Make a Difference: Choose to be Extraordinary
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on the 2 & 4th Wednesdays of each month for a light dinner at 5:30 followed by a discussion program. Topics will vary. Children’s activities will be provided. Question? Contact Pastor Mike at (716) 665-2008 \nMake a Difference Now includes a filmed interview with internationally acclaimed author and speaker Mark Sanborn\, who will share his thoughts on living an exceptional life. Sanborn investigated this topic in his popular book The Fred Factor\, the story of Fred the postman. \n“Nobody can prevent you from being extraordinary\,” says Sanborn. “Anyone can be a Fred\, but not everyone chooses to be a Fred.”
URL:https://mychq.org/event/falconer-encounter-make-a-difference-choose-to-be-extraordinary/
LOCATION:Falconer UMC\, 201 N Work St\, Falconer\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falconer UMC":MAILTO:falconerumc@windstream.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
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SUMMARY:Meet Your Neighbors - Exhibition Program with Niall Benvie
DESCRIPTION:How often does a Scotsman living in the south of France visit western New York? \nNiall Benvie\, an exceptional environmental photographer and co-founder of the Meet Your Neighbours project\, will be joining us via Zoom on Saturday\, January 31\, at 12 pm (a 40-minute presentation followed by 10 minutes for questions/comments). Seating and a viewing screen will be set up in the Green Gallery\, and the public may speak with Benvie in real time during the presentation. Viewers may also engage with the Zoom at home. Light refreshments will be available in the RTPI lobby. \nBenvie’s program will focus on his Environmental Impact Award-winning project now on display at RTPI\, Meet Your Neighbours: how the project got its start\, and an astonishing survey of images from the project that expands on the photographs displayed in the museum. Meet Your Neighbours uses portraiture photography intended to take the viewer’s breath away. Each subject is photographed in the field\, against a white background brought onto the scene. This technique not only shows the subject in great detail\, but reveals their translucent qualities too. Each subject becomes a celebrity\, an individual. \nFounded in 2009\, Meet Your Neighbours is a worldwide photographic initiative created by Niall Benvie and Clay Bolt. The project reconnects people with the wildlife on their own doorsteps. These creatures and plants are vital: they represent the first\, and for some\, the only contact with wild nature we have. Yet too often they are overlooked\, undervalued. This is conservation photography at the grass-roots level\, asking people to care about where they live and showing them how extraordinary it is in a novel way.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/meet-your-neighbors-exhibition-program-with-niall-benvie/
LOCATION:Roger Tory Peterson Institute\, 311 Curtis St.\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roger Tory Peterson Institute":MAILTO:info@rtpi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
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SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Homegrown Success
DESCRIPTION:Join us on February 4 from 6-8 at the Robert H Jackson Center for a continuation of our Community Conversation series. We will be having a sit down panel discussion with local business owners about what has made them successful\, how they help support the community\, and how all of us can do better to support local. This will be concluded by an open forum with questions from the crowd. Participating businesses to be announced.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/community-conversation-homegrown-success/
LOCATION:Robert H. Jackson Center\, 305 E. 4th St.\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamestown Justice Coalition":MAILTO:Jamestownjusticecoalition@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260206T192036Z
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SUMMARY:Artemis II and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The next chapter of human spaceflight is unfolding as NASA prepares for the historic Artemis II and III missions\, marking our return to the Moon for the first time in over fifty years. The Martz-Kohl Observatory will host a very timely presentation from a core member of the NASA Artemis program on Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\, at 7:30 PM EST. This talk will provide a deep dive into the science and research that will define the upcoming voyages to the Moon and the eventual path to Mars. \nThis interactive session will be shown on our big screen at the Martz-Kohl Observatory and available online via Zoom. You are encouraged to come to the observatory to virtually meet our speaker and join in our always lively Q&A after the talk. Later\, if the weather cooperates\, we offer tours and viewing opportunities through the big telescopes. Dress as you would for outside. Our classroom is heated but the observatory domes are not. More info: https://martzobservatory.org \nHumans are heading back to the Moon—not just to visit\, but to pioneer the future of space science. Artemis II will propel a crew of four into deep space for a ten-day mission of discovery. From their unique position near the lunar surface\, the crew will facilitate vital investigations into radiation and human biology\, gathering the “survival data” necessary to make long-term human presence in space a reality. \nLooking further ahead\, the presentation will illuminate the ambitious goals of Artemis III\, the mission destined to land the first humans near the lunar South Pole. This thirty-day expedition involves a complex sequence of maneuvers where two crew members will descend to the lunar surface for an intensive week of exploration. Their work will focus on lunar and planetary geology in a region that has remained largely mysterious until now. By conducting on-site science in the permanently shadowed craters of the South Pole\, these pioneers will uncover secrets about the solar system’s history and the presence of vital resources like water ice. \nAttendees can expect a comprehensive overview of the research being performed by the Artemis program\, ranging from advanced biological sciences to the technical challenges of lunar operations. This event offers a rare opportunity for a general audience to engage with a NASA team member who is directly working to turn the dream of a long-term lunar presence into a reality.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/artemis-ii-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Martz-Kohl Observatory\, 176 Robbin Hill Rd\, Frewsberg\, 14738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Closings with Kalee
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just curious\, planning ahead\, or ready to make a move – here’s your opportunity to discuss the process & enjoy a few perks! \n\n Free pastries\n Half priced coffee\n Chance to win $100 Gift Card\n Quality conversation about buying or selling a home\, what to expect & how to get started!\n Persnikkity Pies\n9 E. Main St. Falconer\, NY\n\n February 21st \nStop by from 10am – 12pm
URL:https://mychq.org/event/coffee-closings-with-kalee/
LOCATION:PersNikkity Pies\, 9 E Main St\, Falconer\, 14733\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260204T181703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T181703Z
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SUMMARY:Chautauqua County and America's 250th
DESCRIPTION:America celebrates the 250th Anniversary of its independence this year; and all across the nation events are being planned to commemorate this milestone. Chautauqua County is no different. \nThere were no Revolutionary War battles in Chautauqua County\, and precious few Native Americans and no white settlers living here\, Consequently people generally think our Revolutionary War heritage consists only of our veterans buried in local cemeteries and possibly a very few artifacts brought in by the earliest families. However\, there are half a dozen or so ways in which the land that is now Chautauqua County did have some particular relevance to the war. \nChautauqua County Historian Norman Carlson will examine these ways in this talk. From the personal notebook of Eliakim Garfield which documented events between 1771 and 1797\, including the outbreak of the Revolutionary War\, and now resides at the Fenton Historical Center in Jamestown\, to Continental currency notes from 1776 that were used to finance the war later found in Ripley\, to suspicion that alleged turncoat Simon Ginty lived for a time in Chautauqua County. These connections and more will be explored by Carlson. \nCarlson has been Chautauqua County’s Historian since 2024. He has extensive experience in the field having spent nearly 30 years as Collections Manager at the Fenton History Center in Jamestown and having been highly active in various local history organizations. Notably\, he has volunteered with the Busti Historical Society for more than 50 years and has been involved with the Busti Bicentennial Committee\, reflecting his dedication to preserving and promoting local history. \nPart of Here & There – Chautauqua County History\, Travelers\, & Memories \nAdmission is FREE\, although donations are gratefully accepted
URL:https://mychq.org/event/chautauqua-county-and-americas-250th/
LOCATION:The 1891 Fredonia Opera House\, 9 Church St.\, Fredonia\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The 1891 Fredonia Opera House":MAILTO:operahouse@fredopera.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260302T161022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T161022Z
UID:10026830-1773406800-1773410400@mychq.org
SUMMARY:A Celebration of Stories and Science from The Spark Bird Project
DESCRIPTION:Join RTPI and BWD Magazine (Bird Watcher’s Digest) to learn more about The Spark Bird Project from founder Jenn Lodi-Smith\, Ph.D.\, the ongoing community science initiative gathering\, sharing\, and studying the stories of people’s passion for birds! Connect with fellow bird enthusiasts to learn more about the project\, enjoy spark bird stories\, and get an update on what we are discovering from over 400 spark birders and growing. \nJen Lodi-Smith will be joining us via Zoom on March 13 at 1 pm. (a 40-minute presentation followed by 10 minutes for questions/comments). Seating and a viewing screen will be set up in the Green Gallery\, and the public may speak with Jen in real time during the presentation. Viewers may also engage with the Zoom at home. Light refreshments will be available in the RTPI lobby. \nWhat is the Spark Bird Project? \nThe Spark Bird Project is an ongoing participatory community social science initiative designed to gather\, share\, and study the stories of people’s passion for birds while gaining scientific insights into a critical piece in the ecology of birds: birders themselves. The Spark Bird Project also helps birders better understand each other by sharing spark bird stories publicly at https://www.spark-bird.org/stories and through The Spark Bird Podcast. \nAbout the Host \nJenn Lodi-Smith\, Ph.D.\, the founder and director of The Spark Bird Project\, is a Professor of Psychology at Canisius University and scholar-in-residence with the Roger Tory Peterson Institute. Jenn has been using mixed methods to longitudinally study identity development for over 20 years\, most recently in the context of the transformative power of spark bird experiences. She serves as secretary/treasurer for the Association for Research in Personality\, associate editor of the Journal of Personality\, on the board of Birds on the Niagara\, and mentors the WNY Young Birders Club.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/a-celebration-of-stories-and-science-from-the-spark-bird-project/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roger Tory Peterson Institute":MAILTO:info@rtpi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260221T224316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T224316Z
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SUMMARY:Radio Astronomy: A Different View of the Cosmos
DESCRIPTION:The Martz-Kohl Observatory invites you to a presentation by veteran engineer and amateur radio expert Mario Loreti on March 18 at 7:30 p.m. ET. His lecture\, “Radio Astronomy: A Different View of the Cosmos\,” explores the spectrum of the universe hidden from the human eye. While optical telescopes rely on visible light\, radio astronomy provides vital data that lenses cannot capture. Loreti will bridge these two worlds using a multi-media approach\, including audio derived from celestial objects. \nMario Loreti brings over 40 years of technical expertise to the observatory. A former Chief Engineer for WERG-FM and Lab Technician for the Penn State Behrend School of Engineering\, Loreti has spent decades collaborating with astrophysics departments and supporting faculty research. Now a volunteer for the Yahn Planetarium and a licensed amateur radio operator\, he is currently constructing his own radio telescope to further study the signature sounds of the stars. \nThe event will be held live at the observatory (176 Robbin Hill Rd\, Frewsburg\, NY 14738) and streamed via Zoom. A Q&A session will follow the talk\, and weather permitting\, the observatory will be open for public viewing. Please note that while the lecture room is heated\, attendees should dress for the outdoors if they plan to participate in tours or telescope viewing. Further details and the Zoom link can be found at martzobservatory.org
URL:https://mychq.org/event/radio-astronomy-a-different-view-of-the-cosmos/
LOCATION:Martz-Kohl Observatory\, 176 Robbin Hill Rd\, Frewsberg\, 14738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martz-Kohl Observatory":MAILTO:martzobservatory@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260204T193859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T193859Z
UID:10024731-1774083600-1774090800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Chautauqua Lake Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date & RSVP Today  \n\nBe part of the collaboration shaping the future of Chautauqua Lake. Join experts\, researchers\, and community stakeholders at the 2026 Chautauqua Lake Symposium for timely updates on lake conditions\, management efforts\, and ongoing research.\n Saturday\, March 21\, 2026\n 9:00 AM\n Chautauqua Harbor Hotel\n10 Dunham Ave\, Celoron\, NY\n\n Free and open to the public \n RSVP and learn more: CHQGov.com/chqlake
URL:https://mychq.org/event/chautauqua-lake-symposium-2026/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Harbor Hotel\, 10 Dunham Ave\, Celoron\, NY\, 14720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260204T182313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T182313Z
UID:10024710-1775761200-1775768400@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Jamestown's Trolley #93 Marks 100th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:The Jamestown Street Railway Trolley Car #93 marks its 100th birthday this year. \nPut in service in 1926\, it was one of the many street cars that serviced passengers somewhere within Erie County\, NY\, Erie County\, PA\, and Chautauqua County. It is arguably the last surviving stand-alone car remaining from these areas. \nA group of volunteers has been working since 2014 to restore the trolley car\, a project that is now nearing completion. While pretty much cosmetically restored\, there is still some work to be done on the trucks (the four railroad type wheel assembly that supports the trolley on the rails)\, but that is waiting on the completion of its final display location. Plans for a display building in conjunction with the Fenton History Center are moving forward \, while fundraising for the project continues toward providing all that is necessary to ensure that this last remaining piece of Chautauqua County streetcar history is preserved. \nProject Volunteer Bob Johnston will talk about this important piece of Chautauqua County history and provide more information on its status and plans to celebrate its 100th birthday. \nPart of Here & There – Chautauqua County History\, Travelers\, & Memories \nAdmission is FREE\, although donations are gratefully accepted
URL:https://mychq.org/event/jamestowns-trolley-93-marks-100th-birthday/
LOCATION:The 1891 Fredonia Opera House\, 9 Church St.\, Fredonia\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The 1891 Fredonia Opera House":MAILTO:operahouse@fredopera.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260327T124947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T124947Z
UID:10027596-1775916000-1775923200@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Community Canversations | A Free Educational Sesh with Tommy Cannabacae
DESCRIPTION:Community Conversations 2April 11\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nJoin us for Community Cannversations 2\, an afternoon of relaxed\, informative conversation with Tommy from Cannabacea. \nTommy is the grower behind some of our most popular strains\, including Crisp Bananas (our #1 pre-roll of 2026 so far)\, Cherry Bliss\, Cookies\, CHQ Diesel\, and Glue. \nThis is a great chance to meet a grower\, ask questions\, learn more about how your product is grown\, and have real conversations in a comfortable\, professional setting. Whether you are curious about cultivation\, strains\, effects\, or just want to listen and learn\, this event is for you. \nWe will also have free local treats available during the event. \nNo pressure\, no sales pitch\, just good questions\, good conversation\, and a chance to connect with the people behind the plants. \nWe hope you can join us.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/community-canversations-a-free-educational-sesh-with-tommy-cannabacae/
LOCATION:Lifted\, 320 N Main St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifted":MAILTO:info@liftedispensary.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260410T135109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T135109Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Listening for Bumps in the Night: Gravitational Waves
DESCRIPTION:Imagine the universe as a vast\, silent ocean where the most violent events—the collision of massive black holes—send invisible “shudders” through the very fabric of space-time. To capture these faint whispers from the deep cosmos\, the NSF Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) utilizes colossal laser detectors in Washington and Louisiana. These instruments are so sensitive they can detect movements smaller than the width of an atom. After a decade of refining this incredible technology\, LIGO made history in 2015 by detecting a collision from 1.3 billion light-years away\, forever changing how we explore the deepest mysteries of our universe. \nWe are delighted to host Keith Thorne\, a research physicist who was at the heart of these historic astronomical breakthroughs. After earning his doctorate at Fermilab\, Keith joined the LIGO collaboration in 2003 and eventually led the real-time controls and computing groups at the Livingston\, Louisiana observatory. His technical leadership was instrumental in the first-ever detection of gravitational waves and the vital system upgrades that followed through 2024. Now retired in Wellsboro\, PA\, Keith remains a pillar of the local astronomical community through his work with asteroid occultation observations. \nThis interactive session will be broadcast on our big screen at the Martz-Kohl Observatory and is also available to join online via Zoom. We encourage you to join us in person at the observatory to virtually meet our speaker and participate in our always-lively Q&A session following the talk. If the weather permits\, we will conclude the evening with guided tours and viewing opportunities through our premier telescopes. Please remember to dress for the elements; while our classroom is heated for your comfort\, the observatory domes are not. For more information and the Zoom link\, please visit: https://martzobservatory.org
URL:https://mychq.org/event/lecture-listening-for-bumps-in-the-night-gravitational-waves/
LOCATION:Martz-Kohl Observatory\, 176 Robbin Hill Rd\, Frewsberg\, 14738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martz-Kohl Observatory":MAILTO:martzobservatory@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073650
CREATED:20260413T202748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T202748Z
UID:10028067-1776331800-1776340800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:WNY Prism Spring Partner Meeting
DESCRIPTION: Spring has sprung!Celebrate the season with WNY PRISM and regional partners at our Spring Partner Meeting on April 16 at SUNY Fredonia’s Science Center!Connect\, share ideas\, and discover exciting invasive species management and ecological restoration projects happening across western New York. Learn more and join us: wnyprism.org/spring-2026-partner-meeting
URL:https://mychq.org/event/wny-prism-spring-partner-meeting/
LOCATION:SUNY Fredonia Science & Technology Center\, Science Dr\, Fredonia\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Master Gardeners":MAILTO:chautauquamg@cornell.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260227T201918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T201918Z
UID:10026824-1776758400-1776763800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:CHQ Chamber’s State of the County
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the CHQ Chamber’s State of the County event\, a breakfast gathering where community and business leaders come together to hear directly from Chautauqua County’s Executive. This year’s address will highlight the county’s accomplishments\, opportunities\, and priorities for the year ahead. \nFollowing the address\, there will be a moderated Q&A\, giving attendees the chance to ask questions and engage in meaningful discussion about the topics shared. \nEnjoy a morning of insight\, networking\, and conversation while staying informed about the direction of our county.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/chq-chambers-state-of-the-county/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton\, 150 W 4th St\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="CHQ Chamber":MAILTO:cswanson@chautauquachamber.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260409T201402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T201402Z
UID:10027764-1777640400-1777644000@mychq.org
SUMMARY:A Celebration of Stories and Science from The Spark Bird Podcast
DESCRIPTION:Join RTPI and BWD Magazine (Bird Watcher’s Digest) to learn more about The Spark Bird Project from founder Jenn Lodi-Smith\, Ph.D.\, the ongoing community science initiative gathering\, sharing\, and studying the stories of people’s passion for birds! Connect with fellow bird enthusiasts to learn more about the project\, enjoy spark bird stories\, and get an update on what we are discovering from over 400 spark birders and growing. \nJenn Lodi-Smith will be joining us via Zoom on May 1\, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. (a 40-minute presentation followed by 10 minutes for questions/comments). Seating and a viewing screen will be set up in the Green Gallery\, and the public may speak with Jenn in real time during the presentation. Viewers may also engage with the Zoom at home. Light refreshments will be available in the RTPI lobby. \nWhat is the Spark Bird Project? \nThe Spark Bird Project is an ongoing participatory community social science initiative designed to gather\, share\, and study the stories of people’s passion for birds while gaining scientific insights into a critical piece in the ecology of birds: birders themselves. The Spark Bird Project leverages the tools of social science to study spark bird stories\, with research findings going directly back to community partners to inform their efforts towards engaging people in birding. The knowledge gained from The Spark Bird Project helps to craft inclusive experiences that can facilitate spark bird moments for the benefit of the birding community\, the new birder\, the economy\, and – most importantly – the birds and our world! By understanding what hooks and sustains birders\, The Spark Bird Project helps grow the constituency of individuals creatively working to conserve and protect our planet. The Spark Bird Project also helps birders better understand each other by sharing spark bird stories publicly at https://www.spark-bird.org/stories and through The Spark Bird Podcast.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/a-celebration-of-stories-and-science-from-the-spark-bird-podcast/
LOCATION:Roger Tory Peterson Institute\, 311 Curtis St.\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roger Tory Peterson Institute":MAILTO:info@rtpi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260204T182523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T182523Z
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SUMMARY:Where Are They WOW! w/ Marc Price & Steve Hytner
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be entertained! \nMarc Price\, best known as Skippy from the beloved 80’s sitcom Family Ties\, and Steve Hytner\, who played Kenny Bania in Seinfeld\, come together in one special evening of stand-up comedy and nostalgia! \nPrice is a multi-talented performer who has conquered the worlds of stand-up comedy\, acting\, hosting\, and even writing and producing. \nNot only has he shared the stage with comedy legends like Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld\, but he has also starred in movies alongside rock icons Ozzy Osbourne and Gene Simmons. From Trick Or Treat to the 2024 release Witchy Ways\, Price has left his mark on the big screen. \nBut his talents don’t stop there. he has hosted late night talk shows and TV game shows\, showcasing his wit and charm. Behind the scenes\, he has written and produced for major networks like E!\, TBS\, Disney Channel\, and more. \nCritics rave about Marc’s talent. The Los Angeles Times hails him as “refreshingly bright\,” while the Boston Globe says he is “wickedly funny.” \nCombined with headlining comedy clubs nationally\, and his many corporate shows\, Steve Hytner is one of America’s best stand ups and most recognized character actors. \nHytner received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Kenny Bania on the long running hit “Seinfeld.” His other works include guest roles on “Modern Family\,” “Hung\,” “Mike and Molly\,” “Two and a Half Men\,” “Curb your Enthusiasm\,” “CSI\,” “CSI New York\,” “Boston Legal\,” “Friends\,” “King of Queens\,” and many\, many more. \nHe started his feature film career in the film Ski Patrol and went on to co-star in such films as In the Line of Fire with Clint Eastwood\, Forces of Nature with Ben Affleck and Sandra Bullock\, The Marrying Man with Alec Baldwin\, Eurotrip\, Love Stinks\, Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle\, The Haunted Mansion\, and The Prophecy trilogy\, to name just a few. \nThe Spotlight Series is sponsored by DFT Communications
URL:https://mychq.org/event/where-are-they-wow-w-marc-price-steve-hytner/
LOCATION:The 1891 Fredonia Opera House\, 9 Church St.\, Fredonia\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The 1891 Fredonia Opera House":MAILTO:operahouse@fredopera.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260204T182807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T182807Z
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SUMMARY:The Erie Railroad Comes to Dunkirk
DESCRIPTION:The New York and Erie Rail Road was the first railroad to link the Atlantic and the Great Lakes; and when it opened in 1851 it was the longest railroad in the world. \nRailroad historian William D. Burt will show how it happened — the choice of Dunkirk as the western terminus\, the original line NY&E built and then abandoned in favor of a better one\, and the 1851 grand opening celebration. He will discuss how railroad directors speculated in Dunkirk land and laid out several blocks of the city\, and how many Dunkirk streets are named for them. \nWhat is the Erie’s legacy in Dunkirk? This well-illustrated presentation covers it all. \nBill published his first history article when he was in high school and has continued writing\, off and on\, ever since. Following a career in the railroad industry\, he took up researching and writing about the history of the fascinating business\, with a primary interest in Eastern railroading\, particularly the Erie Lackawanna and its predecessor railroads. \nHe holds a BA in Political Science from SUNY Geneseo and a dual MS in Transportation Planning and Engineering and Management Science from Polytechnic Institute of New York (now part of NYU). He culminated a 27-year career in the railroad industry as President and COO of the Livonia\, Avon & Lakeville Railroad and its subsidiaries B&H Rail Corp. and Western New York & Pennsylvania Railroad. \nPart of Here & There – Chautauqua County History\, Travelers\, & Memories \nAdmission is FREE\, although donations are gratefully accepted
URL:https://mychq.org/event/the-erie-railroad-comes-to-dunkirk/
LOCATION:The 1891 Fredonia Opera House\, 9 Church St.\, Fredonia\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The 1891 Fredonia Opera House":MAILTO:operahouse@fredopera.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260218T010057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T010057Z
UID:10024955-1780648200-1780668000@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Hope and Healing Conference of WNY 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Hope & Healing Conference of WNY is expanding to two meaningful days of connection\, learning\, and community. \n Day One (June 5) is open to professionals\, advocates\, individuals with lived experience\, and anyone interested in mental health and wellness. Centered on The Power of Story\, the day explores how personal and collective stories can foster healing and resilience. CEUs and CTLEs will be available. \n Day Two (June 6) is Family & Community Day\, featuring Camp Hope: Where Stories Grow\, a welcoming\, interactive space designed specifically for families\, youth\, and community members seeking support and connection. This day will be free of charge\, with lunch and transportation available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n Advance registration will be required for all attendees.More details\, including registration and early-bird pricing coming soon! \nBecause every story matters
URL:https://mychq.org/event/hope-and-healing-conference-of-wny-2026/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:SUNY Fredonia | Williams Center\, 280 Central Ave.\, Fredonia\, NY\, 14063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene":MAILTO:CCMHMedia@chqgov.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260226T141822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T141822Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Creators | Wendy Corsi Staub with Dr. Lauren Thibodeau
DESCRIPTION:Time & LocationJun 27\, 2026\, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nLily Dale Auditorium\, Melrose Dr\, Lily Dale\, NY 14752\, USA \nAbout the EventEvent Description \nJoin New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Wendy Corsi Staub\, who grew up in nearby Dunkirk\, for an evening celebrating her beloved mystery series set in Lily Dale. Wendy will be in conversation with Dr. Lauren Thibodeau\, a registered Medium living right here in Lily Dale — someone Wendy interviewed extensively while researching and writing her books. Together they will explore how this very real community inspired the setting\, characters\, and mysteries on the page. \nBring your questions! You will also have the opportunity to have books purchased at the event signed by the author. \nPresenter Bio \nWendy Corsi Staub is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author who grew up in nearby Dunkirk\, New York. Over the course of her career she has written 13 books set in Lily Dale\, including the beloved Lily Dale Mystery series published by Minotaur Books (St. Martin’s Press / Macmillan). Her novels bring the quirky\, Victorian-era town to vivid life through compelling characters and layered mysteries\, and have introduced readers around the world to the real history and spirit of this remarkable community. Her newest Lily Dale Mystery is set to release in July 2026.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/conversations-with-creators-wendy-corsi-staub-with-dr-lauren-thibodeau/
LOCATION:Lily Dale Assembly\, Inc.\, 5 Melrose Park\, Lily Dale\, 14752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lily Dale Assembly%2C Inc.":MAILTO:socialmedia@lilydaleassembly.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T124500
DTSTAMP:20260424T073651
CREATED:20260226T144320Z
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SUMMARY:Alyse Nelson - Chautauqua Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Alyse Nelson is president and CEO of Vital Voices Global Partnership. As the co-founder\, she has been with the organization for more than 28 years\, also serving as vice president and senior director of programs before assuming her current role in 2009. Under Nelson’s leadership\, Vital Voices has directly served nearly 50\,000 women leaders across 188 countries. Several of these leaders will join Nelson as part of a panel on Vital Voices’ work as part of Chautauqua’s opening week on “Icons and Instigators: Women Who Change the World.” \nLearn more with the event  below!https://www.chq.org/event/alyse-nelson/
URL:https://mychq.org/event/alyse-nelson-chautauqua-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Institution\, 1 Ames Ave\, Chautauqua\, 14722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Institution":MAILTO:ticketoffice@chq.org
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SUMMARY:Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara - Chautauqua Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Continuing Chautauqua’s opening week theme\, “Icons and Instigators: Women Who Change the World\,” Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara come together for a special conversation reflecting on their remarkable lives and careers on stage and screen. The discussion offers an intimate preview of their collaborative performance with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra later that evening\, highlighting the artistry\, longevity\, and impact of two of Broadway’s most celebrated performers. \nLearn more with the event  belowhttps://www.chq.org/event/sutton-foster-and-kelli-ohara/
URL:https://mychq.org/event/sutton-foster-and-kelli-ohara-chautauqua-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Institution\, 1 Ames Ave\, Chautauqua\, 14722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker & Conventions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Institution":MAILTO:ticketoffice@chq.org
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