Story and photo by JOHN ANDERSON
The Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated 100 years with a business after hours event, but this celebration was filled with honors and announcements.
Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Bruce Thomas announced a chamber-commissioned “Wellsville” mural will be painted on the side of L’Italia at 105 N Main Street.
He said it will “add vibrancy and energy to our community through art.”
A concept drawing was unveiled at the event, and depending on donations, the gigantic mural could have other landmarks added. If you would like to donate to the project, the Wellsville Development Corporation, the Chamber’s affiliated 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, and are tax deductible. (email is wlsvdevelopmentcorp@gmail.com) Donors who give $500.00 or more will have their name added to a plaque on the mural wall. Visit their Facebook by clicking HERE.
Art was the theme of the night. Karen Kania, the administrative assistant at the Chamber, not only set up many parts of the event, but was instrumental in leading a revilitaltion of the Chamber building. The past Great Wellsville Balloon Rally posters now adorn the walls and a few of the past Wellsville Music Festival posters as well.
Thomas also gave an update on the Main Street clock, including upgrades to bricks and pavers.
A contest was held by putting your name in at area businesses.
The winners of bricks were: John Hennessy, Alice Yanni, JoAnn Kile, Wiley Finn, Janice Shea, Evelyn Fletcher, Lauren Viglietta, Carol Mullen, ‘Sondra’ and Rosa Norman.
Thomas also reminded the crowd the Beer Fest at Island Park on Sept. 28. The event sells out each year. If you scroll below, there is a copy of the flyer with information on how to sign up for tickets of VIP tickets.
Here is a copy of the proclamation from Wellsville Mayor Randy Shayler:
