On Sunday, May 20, 2007, members of the Penn Yan Business Association cleaned up trash along the Outlet Trail. Pictured here, enjoying doughnuts are Matt Lafferty, Noah Terpolilli and Mike and Brian Long!
Congressman Kuhl & President Bush
Our very own Randy Kuhl and President Bush, what a great photo!
The Pearl of Seneca Lake
Check out the ribon cutting of one of our newest Chamber Members! This new B&B is beautiful, Peter and Mary Muller should be so proud!
Congratulations!!!
Lindsey, one of our office staff, is pictured here with her mom and dad after graduation June 24th. She will be attending Daemen College in Amhurst NY in the fall. We wish her the best of luck in the future.
Esperanza Rose Arrives!!
The Esperanza Rose - a 65 foot, 85 ton dining yacht arrived on Route 14 early on the morning of May 4th, 2005. The boat will be placed in Keuka Lake at Penn Yan and then sailed to it's port in Branchport!
Dr. Frank's Vinifera Wine Cellars
A team of tourism professionals from the Finger Lakes entertained 35 journalists at the Warwick Hotel in New York City on April 5th. Here Willy Frank of Dr. Frank's Vinifera Wine Cellars shares his passion with several media representatives.
Spring Fever
We made it to the Annual Polar Bear Plunge at the Switzerland Inn on Keuka Lake. Children at play, how appropriate!
Turkey at the Elks Club
Last Sunday, members of Penn Yan's Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Lodge #1722 served nearly 300 turkey dinners to the community's senior citizens. All meals were provided free of charge with the food donated by the community. Pictured here (L to R) are Lodge members, Ed Zegerelli, Butch Putnam, Mike Manahan, Gif Kubli and Brian Minor.
October BAH
A great crowd attended the October edition of BAH at the Underwood Museum in Penn Yan. Here Chamber Chairman John Wiedemer and Chamber President Mike Linehan visit with Amy L. and Tomasinna the turkey from the Yates Community Center.
Cruisin' Night 2004
Over 200 antique and classic cars lined Penn Yan's Main Street on Friday, June 18th. The event was attended by thousands.
Senator Clinton Visits Yates County
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton paid a visit to Yates County and the campus at Keuka College on Thursday, September 2, 2004. The Senator is pictured here with Caludia Baldwin of Flying Colors, Donna Hourihan of the Yates Chamber and Sarah Purdy, Yates County Administrator.
May BAH
Karen Brennan draws the "winner" for the $1000 cash prize drawing. Guess what?? She drew her Dad's name and HE wasn't in attendance!!!
Ribbon Cutting at Half Moon Bay!
Chamber President Mike Linehan welcomed Lori Hergert and her crew to Main Street during Crusin' Night festivities. Half Moon Bay offers lake wear for men, women and children.
Penn Yan Retailers Beautify Outlet Trail
Working form the Boat Launch to the Main Street bridge, half a dozen volunteers gathered nearly 200 pounds of litter and debris. Participating retailers included Jim Long (and his sons Michael and Brian), Joan Hansen, Duane Weldon and Chamber President Mike Linehan.
Mike Linehan Announced the Winner
President of the Yates County Chamber of Commerce, Mike Linehan, annouced the winners of our monthly cash drawing - Lisa & Ken Greenwood from the Wagener Estate B&B. Unfortunately, Lisa & Ken didn't make it to Business After Hours this month so the pot grows! Next month we will be at Top O' The Lake B&B to give away $950! Be there to win!
Business After Hours at Glenora 3/24/04
This month we held a joint Business After Hours with the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce at Glenora Wine Cellars. The wine flowed freely, the food was delicious and the networking was never ending! Here, Yates Chamber members Barbara Ward from Paychex, Inc. and Chris Bailey from Bailey, Carr & Co. share a little conversation and some fun!
Fast Ferry Trade Mission
On July 19th a delegation from the Finger Lakes attended a trade mission aboard "The Cat", the high speed ferry that runs from Rochester to Toronto. The goal of the mission is to build bridges between the tourism industry in the two cities, to create increased visitation to the Finger Lakes.
Annual Dinner Award Winners
Pictured above from left to right - Gloria & Jim Long and Dave & Lisa Wegman. The Chamber awarded Long The Robert Maxwell Director of the Year Award for his diligent service to the Chamber. The Norman Snow Memorial Spirit Award was given to David Wegman and the crew at Esperanza for the restoration and development of Yates County’s newest restaurant, banquet center and lodging facility. Both men contribute in countless ways to the well being of this community and it was out pleasure to honor them!
Sunrise on Seneca
Fox Run Vineyards captured this photo of the sun rising over Seneca Lake in the early hours of a beautiful Finger Lakes morning!
Annual Dinner 2004
Sara & Erin enjoying dinner at the Esperanza Mansion during the Chamber's Annual Dinner and Silent Auction fundraiser! YUMMY!
Annual Dinner 2008
Chamber President, Mike Linehan presenting Dr. Joseph Burke from Keuka College with the annual Norman A. Snow, Jr. Memorial Spirit Award.
Fox Run Garlic Festival 2003
Fox Run Vineyards overlooking Seneca Lake celebrates garlic! This annual event is held every August and features garlic and all things related!
Hunt Country in the Winter
Owners of Hunt Country Vineyards, Art & Joyce Hunt, warm up with a glass of red wine in the vineyards! Stop by any time for a taste - winter, spring, summer or fall! Check them out at www.huntcountryvineyards.com!
Snails??
Brian Long found a snail on a tree during the Outlet Trail clean-up!!
