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New Year’s Celebrations Christmas ’08 is now a memory, but now begins the New Year’s Eve celebrations and New Year’s Day activities. Holiday Valley will once again host their Annual Torch Light Parade that starts at 11:30 pm followed by the traditional fireworks at 11:45 pm.  The Valley expects to have all 56 slopes operating, weather permitting. All of the area restaurants are gearing up for the New Year’s festivities and most will have special menus.  Try Surf ‘N Turf at The Barn Restaurant, or crab legs and prime rib at The Birdwalk.  Tips Up is also planning to serve special New Year’s food items. You can always expect some special entertainment during the holidays.  Balloons Restaurant and Nightclub will be offering live music by Mo’ Porter from 5 – 9 pm followed by a DJ until 4 am.  The Double Diamond will be featuring one of the best bands in the area with The Tripper Harrison Band.  The Gin Mill will be heading into the New Year with The Headers from 9 pm until 1 am.  These are just a few of our local establishments that will be providing us with entertainment, be sure to check out all the others. January 1st - Polar Bear Series of Runs & Walks - 5K Run/Walk Special event coordinated by The Olean YMCA and held on January 1st at St. Bonaventure University. Check out the Olean YMCA’s website at www.oleanmca.org for all the details and registration form. January 5th – 9th - Canadian Friendship Week The year 2009 begins with our annual Canadian Friendship Week which starts January 5 and runs until January 9.  A week for our friends across the border! Holiday Valley will be accepting Canadian money at par for lift tickets.