Springtime in Chautauqua County, NY

It's spring in western New York. Time for bird migrations, green grass, spring bulbs, golf, fishing, new plantings and the opening of seasonal shops and restaurants.

CHAUTAUQUA IN JUNE

Plan a visit during Chautauqua in June, a celebration of farms, food and drink, May 31 – June 16, 2013. Learn to appreciate and use locally grown foods, regional wines and local brews while discovering Chautauqua's agricultural and grape heritage. Special learning experiences will be offered during this 2-week festival filled with hands-on workshops in culinary, creative and cultural arts and outdoor recreation. Check the calendar for details and workshop schedules (note, click May and June to see workshops).  Download a course book.

SUMMER VACATION

For over 138 years, Chautauqua has been a destination for vacation learning, a place for personal growth, a place that engages the mind, body and spirit. Request a Visitors Guide and  start planning your summer learning vacation to Chautauqua. See the 2013 summer schedules for Chautauqua Institution and the Lily Dale Assembly. 

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