Monday, August 23, 2010

Suddenly September

And the colors are much brighter now. It's like they really want to tell the truth
We give our testimony to the end of the summer.  It's the end of the summer.
You can spin the light to gold            -- Dar Williams

Like a shock to our systems it's suddenly time to move from the lazy hazy days of summer into a life of less forgiving S.C.H.E.D.U.L.E.S. Yes, it's time to pick up where we left off not so long ago. The college kids have moved back into their dorms & apartments after a flurry of spending and packing; our co-ed left yesterday and today our home is suddenly quieter than before she left. School is starting and with it comes schedules for sports, clubs, lessons of all kinds and the carpools that revolve around them.

But wait - let's not forget that autumn is famous for some of the most beautiful weather of the year. Fall festivals take center stage as we enjoy the fruits of summer's bounty. The air becomes cooler, the grapes are ready for harvest, leaves begin to show their brilliant colors. Don't miss out on Chautauqua County's many autumn splendors - we're ready to dazzle you with our wines, art, galleries, shops and restaurants. 

Come for the day or an overnight stay
we're close to home but far from everyday life



Calendar of Events




Friday, September 3 - Sunday, September 5, 2010
13th Annual Findley Lake Harvest Festival

Join us as the fun begins Friday night with auditions for the Annual Findley Lake Idol contest. The weekend-long event features live music, farmer’s market, crafters, samples from local wineries, kid’s crafts and much more. Throughout the weekend talented singers will vie for the coveted title of “Findley Lake Idol” accompanied by a  $1,000 grand prize. And don't forget about the 2nd annual "Jr Idol" Talent Show and "Pretty Baby" Contests. We'll celebrate the close of another fun summer with flares at 9:05 pm and an amazing firework display at 9:30 pm. Information & entry forms can be found at http://www.findleylakeinfo.org




 Sunday, September 5, 2010
"Light the Lakes" celebration

The 3rd Annual "Light the Lakes" will take place during Labor Day weekend with the big “take-off” on Sunday, September 5. Celebrate the spectacular 3rd Annual Light the Lakes on Sunday, September 5 as multiple locations around Chautauqua Lake take part in an explosion of color and noise and blast off at 9:31 pm in one of the largest fireworks displays in North America!





Saturday, September 4, 2010    4:00 - 6:00 pm
Sunday, September 5, 2010       5:00-7:00pm
Nostalgia @ the Blue Heron Inn

Area columnist and author Elizabeth Rose Way will read and discuss her 2nd book, "And I Will Love You from Heaven".









Friday, September 3 - Sunday, September 5, 2010

A 3-day weekend retreat filled with drumming, dance and personal growth workshops. All on the gorgeous grounds of the Great Blue Heron Music Festival in Sherman, NY.

Presented by Jim Donovan  and the folks that bring you The Great Blue Heron Music Festival. Information: http://www.greatrhythmrevival.com/




July 30 through October 2, 2010

“Nights Lights” at the Heron opens at dark, (approx 8:15 pm) and closes at 11pm. The Cafe-in-the-Woods will have hot beverages, sodas, snacks & Night Lights and Blue Heron merchandise. http://www.heronnightlights.com

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