Schools of Performing and Visual Arts

Student Handbook Summer 2020 CONTENTS

Opening Day Schedule and Check-Out Dates ...... Page 3 Getting to ...... Pages 4–5 What to Bring ...... Page 6 Residence Hall Information ...... Page 7 Medical Information ...... Page 8 Meal Plan Information ...... Page 8 Gate Pass Information ...... Page 9 Parking Information ...... Page 10 Student Mail ...... Page 11 Financial Services ...... Page 11 Internet and Communications ...... Page 12 College Credit ...... Page 13 Important Phone Numbers ...... Page 14 Balance Due and Registration Procedure ...... Page 15 Rules and Regulations ...... Pages 16–17 Student Life ...... Pages 18–20 Near Chautauqua ...... Page 21 Suggested List of Items to Bring ...... Page 22

2 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts June 24 Residence Hall staff arrives for orientation at Bellinger Hall.

June 26 Residence Halls open for Student Arrivals. Cafeteria opens.

June 27 Registration for the following students at Bellinger Hall: Piano ...... 9–10 a.m. Voice ...... 10–11 a.m. Art ...... 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Instrumental (MSFO) ...... 1–3 p.m.

**We encourage you to come during the scheduled times, but you may register anytime between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. if the current schedule doesn’t work for you. You may check into your room (go to the Main Office in Bellinger North to get your key and room assignment) at any time during the day.

June 28 Registration for all dancers (Apprentice, Festival and Workshop 1) will take place at Bellinger Hall from 9 to 11 a.m. Dorms will be open at 8 a.m. Registration for any late students will also be 9 to 11 a.m.

July 12 Registration for dance Workshop 2 will take place at Bellinger Hall from 9 to 10 a.m. Dorms will be open at 8 a.m. At registration, students will receive their registration packet and photo ID. Balance of room, board and tuition is due in full by May 15.

CHECK-OUT DATES Art ...... August 15 (by noon) Dance (Apprentice/Festival) ...... August 16 (by 10 a.m.) Instrumental (MSFO) ...... August 18 (by noon) Piano ...... August 8 (by noon) Voice ...... August 14 (by noon) Workshop 1 ...... July 11 (by 9 a.m.) Workshop 2 ...... August 16 (by 10 a.m.)

3 GETTING TO CHAUTAUQUA

There are a number of transportation options available when coming to . For your convenience, we have gathered the following information. We are happy to assist you in making your plans, but Chautauqua Institution does not provide transportation to and from Chautauqua.

Coming to Chautauqua Institution by Air: The closest airports to Chautauqua Institution are: Jamestown, NY (716-484-0204) (about 15 miles from Chautauqua) Erie, PA (814-833-4258) (about 40 miles from Chautauqua) Buffalo, NY (716-632-3115) (about 70 miles from Chautauqua)

Coming to Chautauqua Institution by Train: The closest train stations to Chautauqua are either the Buffalo/Depew station or the Buffalo/Downtown station. You must be clear about which one you would like to arrive at. From this point you can either take a limo, taxi or bus. The Amtrak also goes into Erie, Pennsylvania, but from this point you will have to take a limo or taxi. There is no bus service out of Erie, Pennsylvania.

Coming to Chautauqua Institution by Bus: Coach USA (coachusa.com) runs five buses per day to Jamestown, , out of the Greyhound Terminal Metro Transportation Center (800-231-2222) in downtown Buffalo, New York (181 Ellicott Street). One-way cost is $9.50. Roundtrip cost is $19. Trip is approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. Cash only.

4 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts Coming to Chautauqua by Taxi or Limo: Jamestown Taxis (averaging about $40 per trip) Lakewood Taxi ...... 716-488-0101 Rainbow Cab ...... 716-484-9994 Jamestown City Cab ...... 716-487-2110 Carrier Coach, Inc...... 716-488-0413 Uber is also available. Local Limo Services (Jamestown) Robut Sears ...... 814-723-9479 or 814-730-8032 Fancee Limousine ...... 716-483-3661 fancee.com Bob Szudzik ...... 716-880-6194 or [email protected] Greg Huber ...... 814-598-6071 Bob Taylor ...... 716-969-5177 Chautauqua Limo ...... 716-683-7455 chautauqualimousine.com Erie Taxis (averaging about $100) Erie Yellow Cab Company...... 814-455-4441 erieyellowcab.com Barnes Prof. Limo Service ...... 814-449-0274 barneslimo.com Buffalo Taxis (averaging between $100 and $150) Buffalo Airport Express ...... 716-685-2550 buffaloairportexpress.com Liberty/Yellow Cab ...... 716-877-5400 libertycab.com Giorgio’s Limo Service ...... 716-683-7455 giorgioslimousine.com

Coming to Chautauqua by Car: From Buffalo, New York, and points north and east: Take I-90 to the Westfield, New York, exit 60 (Route 394 south) Travel south on Route 394; go through the traffic light in Mayville Continue south on 394 for about another 4 miles Chautauqua Institution will be on your left Enter at the Turner or Elm Gate entrance From Erie, Pennsylvania, and points south and west of Erie: Take I-90 to I-86 East exit 37 towards Jamestown Stay on the I-86 until you get to the Panama/Chautauqua Institution exit 7 (Route 33 north) Turn left off the ramp and continue north on Route 33. It will end at Route 394 Turn right. Chautauqua Institution will be on your left Enter at the Turner or Elm Gate entrance From Jamestown, New York, and points south and east of Jamestown: Take I-86 west Stay on I-86 over to exit 8 (Route 394 north) Turn right off the ramp and continue on Route 394 until you come to Chautauqua which will be on your right Proceed past the South Gate entrance and past the Main Gate entrance Enter at the Turner or Elm Gate entrance

5 WHAT TO BRING

You will need to bring at least two Most rooms in Bellinger Hall and blankets, two twin sheets, two Lincoln Dorm are doubles; some pillowcases, towels and washcloths. rooms are triples and quads. Each (Pillows are provided for you, but you room contains two standard-size twin may want to bring your own.) Other beds (unless the room is a triple or items to consider include mattress a quad), two desks, two wardrobes/ pads, lamp, throw rugs and comforter. closets and is connected to another Linens are not provided — please pack room by a bathroom with two sinks, accordingly! toilet and a shower. Because we are located on a lake, the There are four coin-operated evenings can be cool; an extra blanket washers and dryers in the basement and warm clothing are musts. (Daytime of Bellinger Hall north wing. There is a temps during the summer typically change machine available as well. range from 70–90 degrees Fahrenheit. Small fridges are allowed in the dorm Night temps are 50–70 degrees.) rooms, but keep them small, as space Dorm rooms do not have air is limited! No microwaves allowed. conditioning. You may bring an AC Please be aware that we do not have unit if you have a medical reason. cable hookup in the rooms. Please bring a fan to make you more comfortable on hot days and/or nights. We do have a number fans available to loan out if needed on a first-come, first-served basis.

6 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts RESIDENCE HALL INFORMATION

The Chautauqua Schools of incurred in the dorm room, regardless Performing and Visual Arts offer two of responsible party, as well as area of housing facilities, Bellinger Hall and study (i.e., music not returned, books Lincoln Dorm. Lincoln Dorm is a not returned to the School of Art, etc.) women-only facility, and Bellinger Hall Residence Hall supervision is provided has a men-only wing, two women- by RAs who live in the residence halls only wings and one coed wing. You and who have authority to enforce may indicate your preference on your Institution policies and regulations. registration forms that you receive Students enjoy a high degree of once admitted into the schools. personal freedom and responsibility Residents are responsible for the because Chautauqua is a self-contained cleanliness of their own rooms and village. The 230-acre grounds are are expected to cooperate in keeping entered through monitored gates. public areas free of litter. Cleaning Chautauqua maintains 24-hour police equipment is available in central security, which enforces Institution rules, locations of the dormitories. Cleaning as well as local, state and federal laws. personnel are employed to help with the general cleanliness of bathrooms, Keys corridors, lounges and community Counselors will issue keys upon check- areas. This is not a maid service! in. Bellinger Hall keys are swipe cards, Lincoln Dorm keys are actual keys. Security/Room Deposit The $100 security deposit is a place- holder for a student’s room and is refundable in full if space is no longer available when the deposit is received. Part or all of the deposit is returned to the student in September, following a final inspection for any or all damages

Room changes will be allowed during the first week only! You must notify Sarah Malinoski-Umberger, Manager of Schools of Performing and Visual Arts, and Brad Nunn, Director of Residence Halls, in order to change. We need to know which room everyone is in for safety reasons. 7 MEDICAL INFORMATION

In addition to the registered nurse who or medical issues that require more keeps office hours in Bellinger Hall comprehensive attention, Chautauqua during the summer, Chautauqua offers Institution is located about 10 miles the on-grounds Westfield Memorial from Westfield Memorial Hospital Hospital Chautauqua Health Care (716-326-4921), about 15 miles from Clinic, which offers basic medical care UPMC Chautauqua WCA Hospital in for children and adults, similar to that Jamestown (716-487-0141) and about provided in a doctor’s office. The center 35 miles from St. Vincent (814-452- offers treatments for minor medical 5000) and Hamot Medical Center emergencies and provides wellness (814-877-6000), both located in Erie, services such as health checkups, Pennsylvania. All costs incurred by a allergy shots, prescriptions, etc., plus medical visit to either the clinic or to a free blood pressure screening. The hospital will be at the expense of the clinic is located at 21 Roberts Ave., near student. The main office in Bellinger the Amphitheater, and is open Monday– Hall will be happy to assist any student Friday 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 in making an appointment to the clinic to 4 p.m. during the summer season or if a student needs a ride to a nearby (716-357-3209). For all emergencies hospital.

MEAL PLANS

All students who live in Bellinger Hall Meal hours (subject to change): and Lincoln Dorm will automatically be Breakfast ...... 7:30–9:30 a.m. enrolled in our full meal plan. This plan Lunch ...... 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, Dinner ...... 5:30–7:30 p.m. seven days a week. There is no option to opt out of the meal plan.

The food service in Bellinger Hall operates very much like a food court, with vegetarian offerings at every meal.

There are no cooking or food storage facilities in the dormitory. If you have questions on our food service or its offerings, please contact us and we’ll do our best to help you. You may bring a mini-fridge to keep in your room.

8 GATE PASS INFORMATION

All students must have a gate pass, RGP. Ticket holders who do not reside which allows entrance to and exit from on the grounds may not purchase the Chautauqua Institution grounds resident guest passes. and permits free admission to all RGPs are valid for six hours on a performances in the Amphitheater, limited schedule. Please contact the including popular entertainment Ticket Office for more information. acts, symphony, dance and the distinguished lecture series. Full-term RGPs cannot be combined with any students receive their gate pass as a other ticket except the overnight gate part of tuition and fees. Gate passes pass. RGPs cannot be purchased for are distributed to full-term students at the same person two days in a row. registration. All student gate passes RGPs are non-refundable and non- are required to have photo ID. The exchangeable. A maximum of 6 RGPs pass also doubles as the student’s may be ordered for any one day. meal pass. Gate passes are the RGPs must be ordered and paid for “passport” to Chautauqua! Students in advance by the student. All passes should carry the gate pass with them at must be left for pick-up at the Main all times. Please see Sarah Malinoski- Gate ticket window. ONLY THE Umberger if you lose it. INTENDED USER MAY PICK UP the RGP (ID required for pick-up). Resident Guest Passes (RGP) are Passes are available for purchase at available to Chautauqua residents and either the Main Gate Welcome Center students for entertaining their guests or the Visitors Center. Call 716-357- on the grounds. They are not valid for 6250 for information. Amphitheater entry. RGPs are $3 apiece RGPs may be ordered by any on- grounds resident or student holding a long-term gate pass. The gate pass must be presented when ordering an

9 PARKING

Chautauqua is a self-contained, Parking tickets will be issued to those walking community with shopping, who do not park in their designated a bookstore, mail and other services spot. If the problem persists, conveniently located within the the vehicle will be towed and/or grounds. Besides hosting the Schools confiscated at the owner’s expense. of Performing and Visual Arts, Chautauqua Institution is a resort, Parking Permit Rate: $85 designed as a center for a learning vacation. The use of automobiles within the grounds is tightly restricted because of the narrow streets and concern that the noise of traffic would disrupt activities held in outdoor facilities. Bicycles are a popular form of transportation; bring a bicycle lock. Bicycles may be rented (though expensive for long-term rentals) from Jamestown Cycle Shop’s Chautauqua location (716-357-9032). Parking is available in protected lots adjacent to the grounds. There is a courtesy bus service within the Chautauqua grounds. If you are planning to keep a vehicle here during the summer, we advise you to purchase your parking permit in advance by filling out the parking permit form on CampDoc. Doing this in advance will save you a lot of time — we can’t stress this enough! Your permit will be provided to you at registration if you order in advance. Parking permits may also be obtained upon arrival at the Main Gate Ticket Office.

10 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts STUDENT MAIL AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

Your mailing address will be: PLEASE NOTE: If you wish to send luggage or supplies before you arrive, (YOUR NAME) it may be sent via UPS or Parcel Post Bellinger Hall to the Bellinger address. Upon arrival, PO Box 992 they should be picked up in Bellinger Chautauqua, NY 14722 Hall North. We will keep items locked up in the mail room until the students Students pick up their mail in arrive. Please don’t send anything to mailboxes located in the foyer of Bellinger Hall before June 24. Bellinger Hall North. Bellinger Main Office 716-357-6203. Financial Services Check-cashing is available in the When sending UPS or Federal Financial Services Office on the Express, do not use the PO Box second floor of the Colonnade number. You will want the following building. This office is open 10 a.m. street address: to 3 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to (YOUR NAME) noon Saturdays during the season Bellinger Hall North (716-357-6224). Automated teller 77 Hedding Avenue machines (M&T Bank) are located in Chautauqua, NY 14722 the Colonnade building lobby, and at the Main Gate Welcome Center, The receptionist in the Main Office of Brick Walk Cafe and at the Athenaeum Bellinger Hall will place a note in the Hotel. Money orders are available at student’s mailbox indicating receipt of the Chautauqua Post Office on Bestor a UPS or FedEx package. Plaza. The nearest full-service banks, an M&T branch and a Jamestown Savings Bank, are located in Mayville, approximately 4 miles north of the Institution grounds.

11 INTERNET AND COMMUNICATIONS

Our campus is wireless! You may feel There are no phones in the dormitory free to bring your devices and access rooms. If family or friends would like our wireless network. Bellinger Hall, to leave a message for you, they may Bestor Plaza, the Main Gate, Hall of call the Bellinger Main Office (716-357- Missions, Athenaeum Hotel, Elizabeth 6203). This number will be answered S. Lenna Hall, Bratton Theater, the Arts by staff from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Quad, Youth Activity Center and Smith Monday to Friday and from 6:30 p.m. Memorial Library are all “hot spots.” to 9 p.m. daily. The Bellinger Main We do not have DSL or cable hookups Office is located in the North Wing in in the dorm rooms. Computers and the lobby where student mailboxes Internet are available for student use are also located. *Staff will take written at the library and at the Pier Club messages and place them in student (located at the Pier Building adjacent mailboxes but will not be able to to Miller Bell Tower). locate students in person.

12 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts COLLEGE CREDIT

Students can receive credit for their Students seeking college credit for studies in the Chautauqua Schools of their study at Chautauqua must check Performing and Visual Arts. Credits beforehand with their current college are available by special arrangement or university to see if SUNY credit will with the State University of New York be accepted. (SUNY) at Fredonia. This is at the prevailing cost of SUNY tuition, in addition to tuition, room and board costs at Chautauqua. Students must register online through SUNY directly. Please visit our website for details. • Dance students can receive up to three undergraduate credit hours • Music students can receive up to two credit hours at either the undergraduate or graduate level • Art students can receive up to three credit hours at either the undergraduate or graduate level

13 IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Bank ...... 357-6224 Bellinger Main Office ...... 357-6203 Bellinger East Head Counselor ...... 357-6323 Bellinger North Head Counselor...... 357-6427 Bellinger South Head Counselor...... 357-6240 Bellinger West Head Counselor ...... 357-6327 Bicycle Rental Office ...... 357-9032 Chautauqua Police ...... 357-6225 Chautauqua Cinema ...... 357-2352 Director of Residence Halls ...... 357-6329 Asst. Director of Residence Halls ..... 357-6427 Fitness Center ...... 357-6430 Library ...... 357-6296 Lincoln Dorm Head Counselor ...... 357-6390 Lost and Found ...... 357-6314 Pier Club ...... 357-6275 Schools Office (Main) ...... 357-6233 School of Art Office ...... 357-6301 School of Dance Office ...... 357-6298 School of Music Office ...... 357-6294 Theater Company Office ...... 357-6437 Ticket Office ...... 357-6250

Please be sure to give the number for the main office to your parents, friends and family in case they need to reach you during the summer! 716-357-6203

14 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts BALANCE DUE AND REGISTRATION

When you arrive, proceed to the auto entrance at Turner or Elm Gate and ask for a baggage or unloading pass for Bellinger Hall to unload your belongings. Drive to Bellinger Hall and park in the main lot. Check in at the Main Office in Bellinger Hall North to receive room assignments and keys. Counselors will be available to help you into your room. Refund Policy At registration in Bellinger Hall, Tuition deposits are non-refundable. students will receive their registration Balances paid in full are non-refundable packet and photo ID. Balance of room, after May 15. In the event of an injury board and tuition is due in full by or an emergency the deposit may May 15. be refunded. Chautauqua Institution reserves the right to decide whether Payment Policy or not to refund a deposit or balance. Tuition, fees, room and board must be $100 security deposits are refunded paid in full by May 15. All major credit after Sept. 15 upon completion of the cards, checks and money orders are summer program and after rooms accepted. All fees and charges must have passed inspection by dorm and be paid in U.S. currency. You may send maintenance staffs. a check or money order made payable to Chautauqua Institution to: Schools Office 1 Ames Ave PO Box 1098 Chautauqua, NY 14722 Credit card payments are processed through your CampDoc account.

15 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Because of the short, intense nature of Chautauqua Institution’s summer training in the arts, students who are in violation of any rules or regulations or who are keeping other students from the safe and complete enjoyment of their summer study will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the program without refunds. In the event that a student has left the program by reason of a violation of Institution policies, the Institution reserves the right to refuse re-entry into the program in any subsequent year.

Specific Prohibitions The following specific prohibitions apply to all of Chautauqua’s Summer School students: Electrical heaters, hot plates and other electrical cooking appliances: They are a fire hazard. These and any open-flamed objects, such as candles, are prohibited. Smoking: Prohibited everywhere in Institution buildings. New York State has adopted laws restricting smoking in public places. Smoking areas will be posted. Pets: Prohibited in all residence halls, buildings owned by the Institution and from public buildings. Alcohol: The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in Institution buildings (including residence halls) and in public on Institution grounds. The provision (providing) of alcohol to a minor will result in immediate dismissal from the program. The student must vacate the grounds within 24 hours and their gate pass will be revoked. According to NYS law, the student can also be charged and arrested. Underage students who are caught drinking may also be charged under NYS law. Under 21 First Offense: Student may be removed from the program, asked to vacate the grounds within 24 hours and gate pass will be revoked. 21 and up First Offense: Meet with department head, private instructor, residence hall staff, etc. Second Offense: Student may be removed from the program, asked to vacate the grounds within 24 hours and gate pass will be revoked. Drugs: The use, possession or distribution of controlled substances is prohibited and violators will be reported to the law enforcement authorities and dismissed from the program. Bullying: Please refer to our statement sent separately and available online. Firearms: Possession of a firearm is not permitted on the grounds. Fire alarms: New York State law requires immediate evacuation of a building during fire alarms. Students may not re-enter until permitted by dorm staff.

16 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts Practice rooms in Bellinger Hall: Available between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. Practicing in dormitory rooms or lounges is not permitted. Overnight Visitation: No other student, family member or guest may spend the night in a student’s residence hall room. No exceptions. $100 security deposit may be forfeited.

Rules for Students 18 and Older • Quiet hours are observed throughout the Institution grounds beginning at 11 p.m. until 8 a.m. • Students or guests 18 and older are not permitted in rooms with any student age 17 or younger. • If leaving the grounds for an extended period of time, it is advisable to notify your counselor and the main office.

Rules for Students Under 18 • Students or guests under 18 are not permitted in rooms with any student ages 18 or older. • Students under 18 living in residence halls may not leave the Chautauqua grounds without permission from parents. This requires written permission to the Head Counselor. Students are then required to sign out, indicating their destination and expected hour of return. They must also sign in upon return. This is to ensure the safety of our students.

CURFEW is assigned by age, not by room assignment, and is applied to all students ages 17 and younger and to all dancers. Curfew Hours: 11 p.m. (Sunday–Friday) any student under the age of 18 12 a.m. (Saturday) any student under the age of 18 10 p.m. (seven days a week) for all Workshop 1 and 2 dancers 11 p.m. (seven days a week) for all Festival and Apprentice dancers (Specific programs/teachers reserve the right to modify these times depending on program needs or requirements.) These curfews are enforced for the safety of all students staying in Chautauqua’s residence halls.

The Institution’s supervision of residence halls includes responsibility for student health and safety as well as protection of property. To this end, periodic inspections of public and private areas of residence halls are conducted. Whenever possible, inspection of the interior of a student’s room is done with the student present. This allows the resident to become aware of safety issues within his/her room.

17 STUDENT LIFE (RECREATION)

Swimming You’re invited to swim during hours when lifeguards are on duty at any of Chautauqua’s four public beaches. They are Heinz Beach (at the foot of South Avenue), Children’s Beach, Pier Beach (both at the Pier Building) and University Beach (North Lake Drive near Prospect Avenue). Hours of operation are posted at each beach. Swimmers and sunbathers are requested to wear street clothes or a robe en route to and from beaches. Staff qualifications, water quality and safety equipment comply with all Chautauqua County Health Department regulations. Tennis Fitness Centers Tennis courts are located near the Chautauqua Health & Fitness (located Turner Community Center. Private in the Turner Community Center lessons are available from teaching and Heinz Beach) offers a complete professionals. Mixers, round-robins selection of cardiovascular, strength- and tournaments are scheduled training and free-weight equipment. throughout the season. Our junior Memberships are available on a program features skill development daily, weekly or monthly basis, and clinics. In addition to short- and long- include access to the pool at Turner term memberships, hourly court fees Community Center. Students (with the are available (716-357-6276). Four hard exception of the Ballet Workshops) courts, located at the Boys’ and Girls’ receive a membership as part of their Club campus on the south end of the tuition fees. For hours of operation and grounds, are available to the public additional information call the Turner during non-Club hours. Community Center (716-357-6430) or Heinz Beach (716-357-6309). Boating The Institution maintains a service Golf dock complex with slip and mooring Golfers enjoy challenging playing facilities by the Central Dock Office conditions and well-groomed fairways (716-357-6288). Short-term sailboat, on an exceptional 36-hole golf course paddle boat and canoe rentals are overlooking Chautauqua Lake. The available at the Sports Club (716-357- Chautauqua Golf Club features a 6281). fully equipped pro shop, locker rooms, equipment and cart rental and professional instruction. Season memberships and daily greens fees are moderately priced.

18 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts STUDENT LIFE AT CHAUTAUQUA

Cinema Outstanding films, including many award winners, are shown for a fee throughout the season. The Chautauqua Cinema is located at 25 Wythe Ave. (716-357-2352) The Pier Club Located in the Pier Building near Miller Bell Tower, the Pier Club serves as a gathering place for college-age students. In addition to providing comfortable lounges, table tennis, pool tables, a snack bar (amazing cookies!) and beach area, the Pier Club initiates special programs featuring guest speakers, concerts and movies. Internet usage is available here for students as well (716-357-6275). Dining (On Grounds) 2 Ames — 2 Ames Ave. (full menu) 716-237-7066 Afterwords Café — (deli and coffee) located on Bestor Plaza Brick Walk Cafe — Bestor Plaza (fast-casual) 716-357-8225 Food for Thought — St. Elmo (gourmet delicatessen) 716-357-2100 Fowler-Kellogg Café — (back of the gallery) Pratt (lunch only) Heirloom Restaurant at the Athenaeum Hotel — (full menu) 716-357-4444 Hurlbut Church — Pratt (weekday lunches; Thursday dinners) 716-357-4045 La Familia — St. Elmo (lunch and dinner) 716-357-2002 Tally-Ho — 16 Morris (full menu) 716-357-3325 Library Open year-round, the is part of the Chautauqua- Cattaraugus Library System. Its collection includes more than 40,000 items including books and DVDs. Wireless internet is available for public use.

19 STUDENT LIFE CONT’D

Shopping (On-Grounds) • CHQ Tech Squad · Colonnade · 716-357-6426 • Bestor Fresh Market · along Pratt Avenue • Chautauqua Bookstore · Post Office Building· 716-357-6296 • Chautauqua Golf Club Pro Shop · Clubhouse · 716-357-6211 • Chautauqua Wearhouse · Colonnade · 716-357-4629 • Chautauqua Farmers Market · next to Main Gate Welcome Center • GG My Love · St. Elmo · 716-357-4348 • Gretchen’s Gallery/Sable Studio · Colonnade · 716-969-1268 • Jamestown Cycle Shop Bike Rental · Massey Avenue · 716-357-9032 • Pat’s at Chautauqua (men's, women's clothing) · St. Elmo · 716-357-2122 • Plaza Market (convenience store) · Colonnade · 716-357-3597 • St. Elmo Day Spa · St. Elmo concourse · 716-357-2224 • Strohl Art Center Gift Shop · Wythe Avenue · 716-357-2771 • Vincenza Salon and Spa · Colonnade · 716-357-4135 Youth Activities Center Junior-high and high-school students are welcome at the Youth Activities Center located on the south end lakefront near Heinz Beach and Boys’ and Girls’ Club. The center features a popular snack bar, lounges, television, table tennis, pool tables, weekly dances and special events. (716-357-6291)

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NEAR CHAUTAUQUA

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Visit the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau for a more complete listing! tourchautauqua.com

22 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING

**These are suggested items to make your stay at Chautauqua more enjoyable.

____ Sheets (for standard twin) ____ Quarters for laundry ____ Pillows ____ Laundry basket/detergent ____ Blankets ____ Alarm clock ____ Mattress pad ____ Toiletries ____ Towels ____ Hangers ____ Washcloths ____ Power strips (surge protected) ____ Throw rug ____ Snacks ____ Lamp for desk ____ Money ____ Fan! ____ Bluetooth speaker/headphones ____ Mini-Fridge ____ Umbrella ____ Bike (and bike lock) ____ Raincoat ____ Cellphone ____ Clothes (pack warm!) ____ Laptop (we have Wi-Fi) ____ Sneakers (for walking!) ____ Movies and board games ____ Music stand (music students)

23 Schools of Performing and Visual Arts

PO Box 1098 1 Ames Ave. Phone: 716-357-6233 Fax: 716-357-9014 Email: [email protected]