Happy weekend, Chautauqua County! In today’s happening-today edition: Vertical farm plans, yoga with the birds, and a taste of Ireland + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Safe disposal made simple: Chautauqua County will host a Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day in Dunkirk, free for households. Accepted items include antifreeze, fluorescent tubes, and flammable adhesives at the Department of Public Works -- read the full details.
Major local redevelopment underway: Ramsay Agriculture plans a $120 million vertical farming operation across three Jamestown sites, renovating the former Crawford-Atlas Furniture building and adding a local energy station, a first-of-its-kind U.S. CEA project -- see the vertical farm plans.
New home on the horizon: Westfield Stray Cat Rescue received a $288,000 state grant, announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul, to purchase a permanent facility after relocating from Thrifty Kitty due to animal shelter law changes -- learn about the new shelter.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick local reset: Whether you crave a quiet tent nook by the creek or a cabin/RV spot with utilities, Chautauqua Gorge Campground puts you under the pines with trail access to over 1,000 acres of public land. Ten minutes to lakeside eats, a world away from inbox pings.
Treat yourself, Jamestown: When you want a real sit-down win, Landmark Restaurant nails it with properly seared steaks, comforting classics, and small plates that lean fancy without the fuss. Think Lobster Bisque, Pepper Bacon Dates, Faroe Island Salmon, and consider your midweek slump solved.
Time for a local mulligan: If your clubs have been gathering dust, Moonbrook Country Club is the hometown nudge to sneak in a round, tune up the short game, and trade a few laughs with familiar faces. A simple way to reset the week and feel gloriously less chaotic.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🥾 CHQ Trails Day 2026 @ Chautauqua Gorge State Forest (Mayville) | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 AM – Pick your cardio, Chautauqua. Trails Day brings guided paddles on Cassadaga Creek, a no-drop ride in the Gorge, family hikes with wagon rides, and a laid-back picnic, spread countywide. No finish lines, just fresh air, muddy smiles, and stories you can tell at work.
⛳ Union Relief 19th Annual Golfing for Gifts Tournament @ Pinehurst Golf Club (Westfield) | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – If your slice needs a noble excuse, the 19th annual Golfing for Gifts serves up a shotgun start, 18 holes, and guilt-free clubhouse stories. Go solo or wrangle a foursome, all for a good cause, and the bragging rights, obviously.
🕊 Yoga with the Birds @ Roger Tory Peterson Institute (Jamestown) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Start your weekend at the RTPI Lodge patio for yoga with actual birds providing the soundtrack. Trained instructors handle the stretching, chickadees handle the commentary, and your back handles the gratitude. Members get a price break, everyone gets fresh air, calm, and smug serenity.
🎨 Plein Air Painting and Sketching at the Farmers Market @ Chautauqua Art Gallery (Jamestown) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:30 AM – Turn the farmers market into your studio with a relaxed plein air session, all skill levels welcome. Meet at the ArtScape tent, borrow a chair, use spare supplies, and enjoy a proper restroom at Chautauqua Art Gallery, then regroup to compare masterpieces, tomatoes included.
👨 Father’s Day Breakfast @ American Legion William L. Travis Post 493 (Mayville) | Sunday (6/21) at 8:00 AM – Take Dad out for a real Father’s Day Breakfast, and sneak in some civic virtue while you’re at it. Pancakes, bacon, strong coffee, and the warm glow of knowing you just helped bankroll the 4th of July fireworks. Quality time, minimal sap.
👨 Father's Day Hands On Day @ Busti Historical Society & Busti Grist Mill (Jamestown) | Sunday (6/21) at 1:00 PM – If Dad prefers gears and grindstones to brunch lines, take him to Busti Mill to watch the grist mill run, with a monthly historic demo, plus house and museum tours. Flour and cornmeal for sale, buckwheat is back, and admission is free.
🇮 A Taste of Ireland @ Reg Lenna Center For The Arts (Jamestown) | Sunday (6/21) at 5:00 PM – A Taste of Ireland brings Jamestown an Irish takeover, direct from Off-Broadway, starring dancers from Riverdance and Lord of the Dance. Expect folk mash-ups, a cappella tap battles, and storytelling that makes Danny Boy new again, all with live singers. No green beer required. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Chautauqua County report Weather forecastToday — High: 74°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 7%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. West wind 7 to 13 mph. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow — High: 77°F — Low: 60°F — Precip: 31%
A chance of rain showers before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Rain showers likely after 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. This house is wildThis charming 3-bed, 1.5-bath home offers a comfortable layout with a spacious living room, formal dining room, and bright kitchen. Beautiful hardwood floors bring warmth throughout, while the enclosed front porch adds a cozy spot for morning coffee or seasonal lounging. An attached one-car garage, updated roof, and efficient furnace round out the appeal.
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