Ribbon cut on new exhibit at Comedy Center of jersey worn by "Fluffy" Iglesias at Dodger Stadium record sell-outs...
One of the hottest comedians on tour took the stage during the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival at Jamestown's Northwest Arena. However... Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias was able to get a tour of the National Comedy Center prior to last night's show... and, came away impressed. Comedy Center Director Journey Gunderson expressed their appreciation to Iglesias for donating a special Los Angeles Dodgers jersey he wore for the first of two sold out shows at Dodger Stadium in 2022. Gunderson says 45,000 people gathered for both shows, and "shared in laughter with Gabe Iglesias" as the pandemic wound-down. Iglesias says when he was offered a tour of the Comedy Center... he wasn't sure what to expect. However... he says he wants to see more of it. He joked "this place is legit" because it has a concession stand. More seriously... Iglesias said he's "honored" to be asked to take part in what's shown at the Comedy Center. Following the speeches... Gunderson and Iglesias cut the ribbon on the new display with his special jersey to rousing applause bolstered by people in town for the Comedy Festival. He's the first of two headliners to perform this week. Headliner Taylor Tomlinson performs on stage tonight at the arena.
Gunderson high-light's performers coming in for Saturday night Comedy Showcase at festival...
The headliners of the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival certainly are the big draws for the annual event. However... one other program that sometimes flies under the radar is the Saturday Stand-up Comedy Showcase. Comedy Center Director Journey Gunderson says some people have commented that... while they enjoyed the headliners... they equally enjoyed the showcase... which features the best up and coming comics anywhere. She says you get to see "5 or 6" of the top comedy club talent in North America, and the world. Gunderson says they have a handful of comedians coming for the showcase... including one who is familiar to Lucy fans... and, has done some narration for exhibits at the Comedy Center. That's Pat Hazell... who hosts the center's Johnny Carson exhibit... is among them, along with Rachel Finestein -- who is also featured in exhibits through-out the Comedy Center -- along with Turner Sparks, Frankie French and others. For more information... go on-line to ComedyCenter.org.
Gerry Rodeo featuring 1880's replica stagecoach on the grounds during this week's event...
Night three of the annual Gerry Rodeo is tonight... and, fans entering the parking area at the rodeo grounds this week have been greeted by an 1880's stagecoach replica. Rodeo Spokesman Paul Cooley says the replica was originally owned by Bill and Lucille Frost of Sinclairville... and, used for years in their Wild West Shows. Cooley says the manikin in the driver’s seat and the passenger manikin are wearing the original costumes that Bill and Lucille wore in their shows. Bill recently died, and Cindy Scarborough of Gerry is the custodian of this piece of history... and, loaned it for this event. The 78th Gerry Rodeo competition continues each night through Saturday with shows beginning at 8 p.m. For more information.. go on-line to gerryrodeo.org, or call (716) 985-4847.
Borrello proposes legislation that could put more Wind Turbines in NYC area...
A local state lawmaker who has been an opponent to wind turbines has introduced new legislation in Albany. State Senator George Borrello is proposing that New York City accept turbine installations at a rate equal to that of upstate New York. Borrello says upstate's landscape... and, Long Island's shoreline are being destroyed by the installations... including farmland, and hills... along with our greenscape. Borrello argues that there is space available in the Big Apple... in places like Central Park... and, the westside highway. The Sunset Bay Republican points out that New York City is the largest consumer of energy in the state and the most fossil fuel dependent.
Woman from town of Chautauqua arrested for contempt...
A woman from the town of Chautauqua has been arrested for allegedly sending unwanted text messages to another person. Sheriff's officers ay 32 year-old Angela Ducuara sent the messages to a person who had a valid order of protection against her. She was arrested at an undisclosed location about 3:30 p.m. Thursday... and, issued an appearance ticket for Chautauqua Town Court on one count of second-degree criminal contempt.
Ellington Town Picnic gets underway tonight...
Among the many events occurring in the area this weekend is the 110th Ellington Town Picnic at the town square in Ellington. Programs start tonight and run through Sunday. The President of the Town Picnic Association, Mat Pickup, says anyone can go, and there is no cost to attend. Pickup says there is a nominal charge for the children's rides. The program includes many 'hometown' shows and competitions... including horseshoe pitching, cupcake decorating, wood cutting and many more. Pickup adds there's entertainment all weekend long, including one up and coming performer at 3 p.m. Saturday - Miranda Wilcox -- a Falconer Central School student who will be performing solo at the picnic. The Town Picnic Association holds fund raisers all year long, including something new at this weekend's picnic -- commemorative Ellington Town Picnic cold and hot cups. The cups are $15 and come in a variety of colors. The full schedule for the Ellington Town Picnic is available on social media.
