November 7, 2024
Every November, the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes  businesses and one individual with our highest honors.

A nomination form must be completed and submitted to the chamber by noon on Sept. 19 to nominate an individual for the LO.U.I.E. Award or a business or non-profit organization for the Enterprising Business award. Forms are available at the Chamber office, 301 N. Union Street, Olean and below. For more information on the Annual Dinner, contact the chamber by phone at 372-4433 or email events@oleanny.com.

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TBD September 2024

The 2023 Tailgate Thursday was a great success, with perfect weather, so we’re bringing it back for 2024! 

Last year’s event featured local wings, brews, merch, games, and music – and this year will be more of the same, plus some new surprises!

Details will become clearer once the NFL schedule is released, so stay tuned to our Facebook page or the events calendar for more info!

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May 18, 2024

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of the popular Float the Allegheny river rafting and kayaking event for 2024. The event will be held on Saturday, May 18th. 

“There has been considerable investment in kayak launches along the Allegheny River, with an eye on improving the viability of recreational activities along that great resource. This event aims to take advantage of, and promote, that viability as another reason to plan a trip to the Enchanted Mountains,” said Adam Jester, Interim Chamber Executive Director. 

Participants dropped in at the Portville Boat Launch on Steam Valley Road in Portville, where they also got goodies from Sweet Ride Food Truck. They then made their way the 4 ¾ miles down the Allegheny River, and ended the trip just west of the South Union St Bridge, near Franchot Park, where the event continued with the Official Afterparty. 

Chamber Member A-1 Rent All & Sales was on hand offering kayak, canoe, and mini-cruiser rentals to participants at a special rate. 

The Afterparty was held at in area near the baseball field and Franchot Park, behind A-1 Rent All & Sales. The party played host to ZET’s Italian Ice and Sweet Ride food trucks, as well as Four Mile Brewing, who provided locally crafted beverages. Live music was provided by Two Guys Drinking Beer, and a number of local vendors were on hand selling their products.

By participating in the event, participants expressly waive any all claims of any kind against the event organizers, their agents and assigns, and agree to the event terms and conditions, which can be downloaded here.

Thursday June 27 2024 • 4:30 p.m. reg • 6 p.m. Run/Walk 

The fourteenth annual Southern Tier Corporate Challenge Run/Walk will be held Thursday, June 27 at the Cattaraugus County Campus of Jamestown Community College. The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce invites participants from all over the region to register for a great afternoon of fitness, comradery, and fun!

November 29th, 2024

Chamber Announces 2023 Parade Winners

Sixty-four units and more than 1,104 adults and children participated and were in the 38th Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade Friday, November 24 in downtown Olean. Paula Snyder, Jamestown Community College; Paula Bernstein, Tri-County Arts Council and Max Bullers, Olean resident; did judging for this season’s parade.  More than 2,500 people watched the parade go down both sides of the street.

The Blitzen Award, sponsored by Times Herald was awarded to Olean General Hospital as the most photogenic float or unit; The Seasons Greetings Award, sponsored by Milestone Financial Strategies was awarded to Operation Warm Hearts of Olean to the best newcomer to the parade; The Rudolph Award, sponsored by National Grid Co., was awarded to Paul Brown Motors for the float with the most or best use of lights; The Snowflake Award, sponsored by the Street Classics Car Club was awarded to Olean Youth Husky Football and Cheerleaders for the unit with the most participants in the parade; Angelic Spirit Award, sponsored by Mandy’s Flowers, was awarded to Christ United Methodist as the most spiritual/religious float or unit.  The Elves Award, sponsored by Owl Home Groups, was awarded to Intandem for to the float or unit that best typifies the holiday through the eyes of a child; Jingle Bells Award, sponsored by Cayas Canopies, was awarded to Olean High School Marching Band; the best theatrical (music/dance) float or unit; and The Sleigh Award, presented by Nick Shembeda Plumbing, was awarded to Shinglehouse Volunteer Fire Department as the most decorated larger truck (fire truck, flatbed, utility vehicles, etc.)

“Loads of people lined up the streets – air traffic control out of the North Pole had Santa arriving into the Olean airport a little late this year – but Mr. and Mrs. Claus got on the Olean Fire Department bucket truck and turned on the lights just after 7:30 p.m.,” stated Donna Woodruff, a Santa Claus Lane committee member.

The greater Olean area is a well-diversified community and as such, people from all walks of life and religion attended the parade to celebrate the gifts and graces of the holiday seasons.  It is truly a night when the community comes together.  GOACC is also encouraging organizations to participate in the Portville Holiday Celebration Parade AND the Allegany Holiday Celebration scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, November 25 at dusk.  For more information, call Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce at 716-372-4433 or email santa@oleanny.com. 

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RIGHT DOWN SANTA CLAUS LANE

Monday July 22, 2024

GOACC Golf Classic Set for July 

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic returns for its 11th year!

The format is a 4-person scramble with no handicaps. Registration will open at 10:30am that day, with a shotgun start set for 12pm. Dinner with awards and cash bar will be at 5 PM.

The Classic player fee is $125 per player/$500 per team includes greens, golf cart, lunch at the turn, and dinner. 

Additional sponsorship opportunities are still available! Visit https://www.oleanny.com/sponsorships for more info!

The Classic features corporate teams and community teams.  Corporate Team consists of employees within the same physical company with current active employees who are full-time year-round.  Community Team is a team of friends, family, non-employment associates captained by a GOACC member.

Prizes from the pro shop will be awarded for Best scores in both divisions.  Overall winning teams will take home bragging rights and a traveling trophy to ‘show-off’ all year.  Other specials include skins, closest to pin and longest drive.

For more information on the Corporate Golf Classic, please contact Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce at 716-372-4433 or by email to info@oleanny.com. 

December 13, 2024

Jingle Bell Jubilee 2023 Edition

OLEAN – A Hallmark Christmas movie scene from the start, the 4th Annual Jingle Bell Jubilee is looking like another hit from the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce.  Deemed as a holiday event featuring many activities and events: the holiday market, make and take craft, horse and wagon rides, and decorate the tree contest, the Jingle Bell Jubilee will be back at Lincoln Park on December 13th from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

More Details Coming Soon!

 For more information or questions, please contact GOACC at 716-372-4433 or email santa@oleanny.com

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Thursday, June 13, 2024

The 55th Annual Chamber Clambake is fast approaching – being held this year on June 13th from 4:00pm to 8:30pm, at Lincoln Park in Olean. The GOACC invites our Members, their employees & guests to join us to kick off the Summer with the area’s premier networking event!

The event will once again be catered by The Old Library Restaurant, who will take great care to ensure attendees are well fed, and well hydrated! Adult beverages will be provided by Wright Beverage.

Not a seafood fan? No problem!
This year’s menu features 5 clam related items, and 13 non-seafood items, detailed below:

**Clam Station:**
Raw Clams
Steamed Clams
Clams Casino
Manhattan Clam Chowder
New England Clam Chowder

**Picnic Station:**
Greek Chicken Kabobs
Vegetable Kabobs
Meatball Sandwiches
Sausage Sandwiches
Hot Dogs
Hamburgers
Macaroni Salad
Potato Salad
Pasta Salad
Assorted Fruit
Bottled Water
Canned Soda
Individually Wrapped Ice Cream Novelties

Area favorites, “2 Guys Drinkin’ Beer” will provide the soundtrack for the evening – sponsored by Focus Physical Therapy and Sol Epoxy.

We also wish to recognize and thank our Ticket & Wristband Sponsor, Cutco Corporation, and our Chowder Sponsors – A&N Woodhead Services and Cornell Capital Holdings.
For additional questions, feel free to reach out to the GOACC at 716-372-4433.

UPDATE: The event was a success, with perfect weather and a great crowd!

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