The City of Olean Youth Bureau and Recreation Department’s Summer Concert Series continues through Thursday, September 11…Most of the shows take place at the Lincoln Park Gazebo on Thursday nights, from 6-8pm, but there are special concerts set for Oak Hill Park.  The full concert schedule can be accessed by going to the city’s website:  www.cityofolean.org.  The July Concerts:

Thursday, July 3    Alex Cole (Country-Rock)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Friday, July 4    Generations (Oldies)  6-8pm, Lincoln Park

Thursday, July 10    Old Dawgs, New Tricks (Old Time Bluegrass)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Thursday, July 17    Larry Lewicki Band (Polkas-Oldies)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Saturday, July 19    Muddy Rivers Band (Blues)  6-8pm  Oak Hill Park

Thursday, July 24    Brian Ash (Classic Rock)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Thursday, July 31    Not Norman (Classic Rock)  6-8pm  Lincoln Park

Tickets for the Friends of the Cuba Library, Incorporated’s “Cheers, Cheese & Chocolate” fundraiser are now available.  The event takes place Friday, August 1st, from 7-9pm at the Library.  Early bird tickets are $20 each, if purchased by June 30th.  After June 30th, individual tickets are $25.  There’s a special Designated Driver ticket for $15, and other sponsorship levels are available through July 26th.  The event is pre-sale only, and you must be age 21 and over to attend.  Proceeds will benefit the library’s Summer Reading Program, and the Teen & Children’s Program.  For more information, contact the Cuba Circulating Library (585)968-1668, or check their social media pages.

The City of Olean Youth and Recreation Department will hold its 50th annual City Cup Softball Tournament August 8-10, at Bradner Stadium and Forness Park.  Registration for teams is underway, with a deadline to enter of Friday, August 1, at 4:00.  The cost per team is $225…All rosters and entry fees must be turned into the Youth and Recreation Office, Room 109 in the City Building.

For men’s teams, league players MUST play with their league teams unless they are released by their team.  For women’s teams each league is allowed two non-roster players.  For more information and rules, contact Men’s Tournament Director Bill Bizzaro, at (716)378-9420, or Women’s Tournament Director Mandy Bushnell, at (716)957-6776.

As the City of Olean prepares to celebrate the 50th annual City Cup Softball Tournament, organizers are inviting players, fans, and alumni to gear up for the milestone event with a special line of commemorative apparel and accessories, available now through Sports Locker.

The official 50th Anniversary City Cup collection includes a wide variety of options for men, women, and youth — from soft T-shirts and classic hoodies to hats, drawstring bags, and beverage gear. Each item is designed to honor five decades of Olean softball tradition and keep fans looking sharp on and off the field.

“This tournament means a lot to the community and to the generations of players who’ve competed over the years,” said Bill Bizzaro, Men’s Tournament Director. “The 50th anniversary is a chance to show that pride — and this new swag line is a great way to be part of the celebration, whether you’re playing or cheering from the sidelines.”

The tournament itself will be held August 8–10, 2025, at Bradner Stadium and Forness Park. Registration is now open for both men’s and women’s teams:

• Men’s Division: League players must play with their current league team unless formally released.
• Women’s Division: League teams are permitted up to two non-roster players.

“We’d love to see some familiar faces back on the field this year,” said Mandy Bushnell, Women’s Tournament Director. “Whether you played in the first City Cup or just last year, this is your invitation to help us make the 50th unforgettable.”

The team entry deadline is Friday, August 1, 2025, at 4:00 PM. The fee is $225 per team, with rosters and payments submitted to the Youth and Recreation Office, Room 109 in the Olean Municipal Building.

For rules or registration information, contact: Bill Bizzaro, Men’s Tournament Director – (716) 378-9420 or Mandy Bushnell, Women’s Tournament Director – (716) 957-6776.  Let’s celebrate 50 years of softball, swagger, and summer memories in Olean!

The 34th Annual Street Classics Car and Motorcycle Show will be held at Allegany Firemen’s Park on Sunday, August 3rd, from 9am-3pm. Entry for spectators is a $2 donation, and children under 12 are free. Pre-registration is $10, or $15 the day of the show, and the first 100 cars get a free dash plaque. There will also be live music, door prizes, face painting, basket raffles, 50/50s, and food vendors. Proceeds benefit Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF). For more information call Jim at (716)373-2106 or Brett at (814)225-3635.

It’s a Down-Home country fun weekend in Langford, New York, August 2nd and 3rd, with the Full Pull Productions Northeast Nationals Tractor Pull! This year FPP-USA Pulling Series is once again visiting our quiet hamlet of Langford, bringing their powerful motorsport competition to Western New York.

The Main Event will be on Saturday, from 2pm on & feature the FPP-USA Pulling Series & WNYPPS Tractors & Trucks. It will be a great day for all high-power action and horsepower, with Full Pull Productions premier class line-up! This Great Pull will feature an array of the most powerful tractors and trucks competing for the crown. Sunday’s show, which starts at Noon, gets us back to our roots with Stock and Enhanced Tractors and Trucks running on dual tracks, with a 3pm show from WNYPPS and FPP.

This is a family friendly event! Bring your blankets and chairs or use the on-site bleachers. There will be chicken BBQ, burgers, sausage, hot dogs, sweet corn, salt potatoes, french fries, pizza, ice cream, popcorn, peanuts, water, milk, pop, malted adult beverages, and several varieties of beer available from 3-11pm on Saturday and 11am to close on Sunday, or until sold out.

There is plenty of free parking. We also offer campsites for rent within easy walking distance of the event. The all-day action-packed shows will take place on Saturday, August 2nd at 3:00PM, and on Sunday August 3rd at Noon. Admission is $25.00 on Saturday and $20.00 on Sunday, with Children 12 and under Free. For more information, go to langfordpull.com, or find Langford Northeast Nationals on Facebook.