Bonnie Raitt Reminders

[Jill McCormick]

Dear Chautauquans, 

Ahead of the show this Friday evening, we wanted to remind everyone that this event marks a new chapter in Chautauqua’s entertainment programming and will serve as the launch of a pilot initiative aimed at enhancing the concert experience for all.

Quick Tips

• Odland Plaza Concessions open at 5:30 p.m.
• Amphitheater gates will open for seating at 6 p.m.
• The show will begin promptly at 7 p.m.

Tickets and event details are available at https://www.chq.org/fall-concert/.

Key Updates & Reminders

• Property Owner Vehicle Stickers: All property owners are expected to register vehicles with Safety & Security every year.  For this event, these stickers will make it possible for property owners to access the grounds after the gates close at 1 p.m. on the day of the concert. Stickers are ready for pickup at Safety & Security.  Any property owner arriving without a sticker or having guests visit on concert day may call Safety and Security ahead of time (716-357-6225) to let them know and to get names on a list that will be at the Main Gate Auto entrance. Elm Gate FOBs will also be active and available via Safety & Security for north end property owners.
• Emergency Access: Pathways must remain clear for emergency vehicles at all times.
• Contractor Work: All approved contractors have been notified to pause work and depart the grounds on Sept 5 no later than 3:00 p.m. If you’re working with an independent contractor, please ensure they stop working by 3:00 p.m. Contractors have already been asked to avoid using the South Lot until after Sept. 5. Note: Property Owners may use the North and South Lots if they wish. While season parking entitlements will have ended, we are not using these lots for the concert.

Security & Access

• Security Zones: Additional security will be present, including on public pathways from the main gate to the Amphitheater.
• Gate Closures: Gates will close at 1 p.m. on Sept. 5 and reopen at 6 a.m. Sept. 6.
• Street Parking is allowed for property owners and their guests, but please ensure enough space is available for emergency vehicles to pass. Consider alternative parking in North or South Lot.
• Hanging Out Near the Security Perimeter: We are strongly discouraging this to avoid egress issues. In addition, denominational houses and adjacent property owners have indicated they do not want people congregating on their property, including their porches, driveways or gardens. Safety & Security will ask people to move if they gather in these areas.

Contacts Before, During & After the Concert

• Sam Nelson, Director of Business Development, is leading the planning for this event.  He may be reached at sne...@chq.org.
• Issues During the Event: In case of emergency, call 911. Safety & Security is located next to the Fire Hall at 7 Massey Ave. You may contact Safety & Security by calling their 24/7 hotline at 716-357-6225.
• Post-Event Feedback: We will be reaching out to property owners with opportunities to provide feedback. Our online portal for feedback on this event remains available at: https://chq.typeform.com/AmpConcessions\
• Cleanup: An outside cleaning service will be on-site after the show to clean the Amp.

What Will Be Open?

Heirloom Restaurant - inside the Athenaeum Hotel

Join us for a dinner inspired by the rich flavors of the South. Seating for the event is family-style, with two available seating times: 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. 

Reservations can be made on Open Table or call 1-716-357-4444.

• 3 Taps & The A Truck (At the Bell Tower): noon–11 p.m. • Daily
• 2 Ames (On Ames Ave): Food: 5–9 p.m. • Beverage: 5–11 p.m. • Dinner reservations recommended
• Brick Walk Cafe (On Bestor Plaza): 11 a.m.–8 p.m. • Limited Menu
• The Double Eagle Patio on the Green (At the Golf Club): 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
• Millie’s Ice Cream (Inside Brick Walk Cafe): 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
• Odland Plaza Concessions (Adjacent to the Amphitheater): Bar closes at intermission • Only clear water bottles & Chautauqua souvenir cups allowed in Amphitheater
• Chautauqua Bookstore (On Bestor Plaza): 9 a.m.–8 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 5
• Chautauqua Golf Course (Across W Lake Rd): 8 a.m.–6 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 5 • Weather permitting
• Chautauqua Health & Fitness Center (Inside Turner Community Center): 6:30 a.m.–8 p.m. • Sept. 5 • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. • Sept. 6 & 7
• Chautauqua Tennis Center: 7 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sept. 5 • 8 a.m.–5 p.m. • Sept. 6 & 7
• Chautauqua Wearhouse (First floor of Colonnade): 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 5
• The Gallery Store/Strohl Gallery (On Wythe Ave): noon–7 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 5
• GG My Love (First floor of Colonnade): 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 5
• Gretchen’s Gallery (First floor of Colonnade): 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 5

Hope this information helps and the weekend turns out to be a great success.

Best,

Jill 

Jill McCormick 

Director of Communications and Special Projects 

jmcco...@chq.org 

716-640-6963 (cell)

716-357-6230 (office)

Chautauqua Institution

PO Box 28 | 1 Ames Ave. 
Chautauqua, NY 14722 

chq.org 

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