MORE MARCH MADNESS! (or reasons to celebrate Spring in Findley Lake, NY)

ROCK MAPLE RACING SNOCROSS

Sat & Sun, March 28 & 29, 2009

Peek ‘n Peak Resort

Top snowmobilers from across the tri-state region will compete in races along a custom built track at Peek‘n Peak. Racing begins at 9:00 am each day and tickets are $12 per day or $20 for a 2-day pass available at the gate. Sponsored by Chautauqua County Federation of Snowmobile Clubs. www.chautauquasnow.com

But don’t let the snowmobilers have all the fun. The Peak’s trails are open for skiing through the coming weekend and will remain open on a “weather permitting” basis. Check out the snow conditions & weather forecast at www.pknpk.com

 

IT’S TIME TO FILL THE EASTER BASKETS

    Mark your calendars: Easter is April 12, 2009

The gardens are starting to show signs of spring which means Easter is right around the corner. Don’t settle for the same old Easter candy – surprise the family with our old fashioned candy treats! From Nik-l-Nips, wax lips & sugar daddies to delicious chocolate covered pretzels,truffles & gourmet licorice --  you’ll be “top bunny” for sure.

And check out the brand new “BOOK NOOK” - featuring our very favorite classic children's’ book titles. The perfect addition to any Easter basket!

 

 IRISH SUNDAYS

 Sun, April 5, 2009; 1:00 – 3:00 pm

We’re calling the first Sundays of the month “Irish Sunday” for a good reason! That’s when a group Irish players (with members from all corners of the region) sit in for a live jam session at the Blue Heron Inn. Let the house chores & the yard work wait -- come listen as they play; join us for lunch, tip a pint & taps your toes!

 

KEEPSAKE CANDLE WORKSHOP

Sat, April 4, 2009; 11:00 am

Beth’s Candle Cottage and the Blue Heron Inn will once again host a Keepsake Candle Workshop on Saturday,April 4, 2009. Participants can choose from a variety of themed buttons, buttons & trinkets or can bring their own collectible objects to craft a personalized keepsake candle. The cost is $25.00 per person and includes all candle supplies, lunch at the Blue Heron Inn and shopping discounts at Beth’s Candle Cottage and Nostalgia @ Blue Heron Inn. No experience is necessary and attendance is limited; please call Beth at the Candle Cottage at 716.679.7874 to make a reservation. Join us - the candles are a great gift idea – the perfect graduation, wedding, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day gift.

 

THINK SPRING!”  LODGING SPECIAL

Our “buy one – get one free” special was so popular we’re extending it through April! Buy one night's accommodations & get the 2nd night FREE! Come relax with your special someone - the shops & restaurants are open, the wineries are gearing up for the season & the local courses will soon be open so bring your clubs and get a jump on your golf game. Or relax over that book you’ve been meaning to crack into, or the many games & magazines we provide for your pleasure. (This special is applicable 7 days a week and must be mentioned at time of initial reservation).

GENERAL MUSINGS

Yes, I’m still playing Lexulous -- the on-line scrabble game I talked about in an earlier post (http://www.lexulous.com). Yes, I’m addicted – I sneak in a game whenever possible. During the day, at home, at work, in the middle of the night if I’m wide awake. It’s a great down-time activity, challenging, fun and best of all it makes me think! The bonus is the nice people I’ve met & chatted with while playing – makes me feel kind of hopeful about the fate of man/womankind.

This game brings the world together – I’ve played with folks from far away countries (where English is NOT the national language) such as Korea, India, Malaysia, England (just kidding about the English!) Ireland, Australia, even some countries I’ve never heard of. And of course people from all corners of the US. Most are courteous, (offering a hello & the wish of good luck or good game at the start) some introduce themselves and state where they’re from.

I’ll let my cell phone ring if I’m in the middle of a game; hey it’s timed & after all the point is to have fun AND win! My husband & daughter think I’m crazy – I just well might be. It’s free, not against any laws & it’s cool to talk to people an entire world away. Lexulous is a lot of fun & I don’t plan to stop playing anytime soon!

Cheers to Spring!  Tobi