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Welcome to the newest publication of the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce! Part 

magazine, part Chamber directory, the Discover Grand Island Community & Visitors 

Guide is your source for information about everything to see and do on Grand Island. 

Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a first-time visitor, this magazine is full of 

information about this beautiful place we call home. 

Grand Island is a quiet community nestled between the “Queen City of the Great 

Lakes” (Buffalo) and the “Cataract City” (Niagara Falls), a community surrounded by 

the majestic waters of the Niagara River, a location steeped in history, and a place 

where parks, recreation, and open space abound. Grand Island is truly the “Heart of 

the Niagara.” 

Established in 1948, the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce has been supporting 

Grand Island businesses and the community for more than 70 years! We hope 

residents and visitors alike will keep this publication handy as a guide to the many 

outdoor recreational activities, area attractions, local events, dining establishments, 

and businesses that make Grand Island a great place to live, work, and play. We 

invite you to Discover Grand Island! 

Sincerely, 

Eric Fiebelkorn 

President 

Grand Island Chamber of Commerce 

ABOUT OUTDOORS ATTRACTIONS EVENTS FOOD & DRINK LODGING SERVICES

A GRAND HISTORY 

The native Seneca’s called it “Ga-we-not,” meaning the Great Island. The colonial French called it “La 

Grande Isle.” Grand Island — “the Heart of the Niagara” — is a 28-square-mile island in the middle of 

the Upper Niagara River, centrally located between Buffalo (“the Queen City of the Great Lakes”) and 

Niagara Falls (“the Cataract City”); a mere three-and-a-half miles upstream from the world-famous 

precipice! Grand Island is a destination like no other with some of the most unique recreational 

opportunities in the country. It is also a great place to live and raise a family with a low cost of living 

and high quality of life. 

The Town of Grand Island is actually comprised of four separate islands: Grand Island, Beaver Island, 

Buckhorn Island, and Pirates Island. Their combined land mass is actually more than five square miles 

larger than the islands that make up Manhattan, but with 1.64 million less people! Grand Island is 

roughly eight miles long and six miles across at its widest. Grand Island is very flat — there is only 

about 20 feet of difference between the highest and lowest points on the Island. 

Grand Island has a strong foothold in the colonial history of the U.S. dating back to the French and 

Indian War up through the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Its towering oak trees were used 

to produce barrel staves for rum and molasses in the West Indies and also to build some of the largest 

clipper ships in America. In 1815, the State of New York purchased Grand Island from the Iroquois 

nation for just $1,000. 

Grand Island grew into a rural community of flourishing farms, quality hay crops, and prolific orchards. 

It was also home to many productive hunting and fishing camps. Grand Island would later house 

amusement parks, picnic groves, and the summer homes and social clubs of affluent Buffalonians. In 

addition, many famous hotels, such as the Bedell House, were built on the island for those who could 

not afford a summer villa. People relished the bucolic setting and convenient location not far from the 

city. Grand Island has been a recreational destination for over 150 years! 

Historic River Lea 

Future U.S. President and Buffalo native Grover Cleveland 

was a frequent visitor to Grand Island. He was a charter 

member of the Jolly Reefers, a Grand Island sportsmen’s 

club located on Beaver Island. In addition, Cleveland’s 

uncle, prominent Buffalonian Lewis F. Allen, for whom 

Buffalo’s Allentown neighborhood is named, owned a nearby 

summer home known as River Lea. Allen founded the 

Falconwood Club, one of Grand Island’s most prominent 

social clubs. Rive Lea, which is located in present-day 

Beaver Island State Park, is now home to the Grand Island 

Historical Society. The historic home is now operated as a 

museum dedicated to Grand Island’s rich history. 

Previously part of the Town of Tonawanda, the Erie County Board of Supervisors created the separate 

Town of Grand Island in 1852. Grand Island was only accessible by boat or ferry until the first bridge to 

the island was constructed in June of 1935. Now home to four bridges and the New York State 

Thruway, Grand Island is easily accessible and conveniently located within the Buffalo Niagara Region. 

More information about the history of Grand Island can be found in the “Cinderella Island” publication 

available in the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce office.

Important Numbers 

Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 

Emergency (Cell Phones). . . . . . (716) 773-7508 

Fire Department Non-Emergency . . . . 773-4334 

Grand Island Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 858-2903 

Grand Island Town Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . 773-9600 

Grand Island Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 773-7124 

Grand Island Post Office . . . . . . . . . . . 773-5355 

Grand Island Highway Department . . . 773-9632 

Grand Island Code Enforcement . . . . . 773-9600 

Grand Island Water Plant 24/7 . . . . . . . 773-9641 

Grand Island Wastewater Plant 24/7 . . 773-9660 

Grand Island Dog Control Officer . . . . 556-1066 

Erie County S.P.C.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 875-7360 

Erie County Sheriff’s Department . . . . . 858-2903 

Erie County Public Works Dept. . . . . . . 858-7966 

NYS Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 773-9651 

NYS Parks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278-1770 

NYS Parks Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278-1777 

NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation . . 851-7000 

NYS Dept. of Transportation . . . . . . . . 847-3238 

NYS Thruway Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . 631-9017 

U.S. Coast Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-9500 

U.S. Customs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-8300 

U.S. Border Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-331-0353 

U.S. Homeland Security . . . . . . . 1-800-424-8802 

E-ZPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-333-8655 

E-ZPass Cashless Tolling . . . . . . 1-844-826-8400 

Pinto Sanitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 775-0123 

Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Ctr. . . 278-4000 

Kenmore Mercy Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . 447-6121 

Poison Control Center . . . . . . . . .1-800-222-1222 

Quick Facts 

Geography 

• Town of Grand Island is comprised of four 

islands: Grand, Beaver, Buckhorn & Pirates 

• 28.3 sq. mi. in size or 18,093 acres 

• Located 3.6 miles from Niagara Falls 

• Avg. depth of Upper Niagara River is 15 ft. 

• Avg. water flow is 205,000 cu. ft./sec. 

Population 

• Population of 20,735 people 

• Median age is 41.7 years old 

• 40.3% of adults have a bachelor’s degree 

• 56.2% of population claims Italian, Irish, or 

Polish descent 


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ABOUT OUTDOORS ATTRACTIONS EVENTS FOOD & DRINK LODGING SERVICES 

DID YOU KNOW? PRESIDENT GROVER CLEVELAND WAS A FREQUENT VISITOR TO GRAND ISLAND

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 

The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purposes of advancing the 

economic, industrial, professional, cultural, and civic welfare of Grand Island; to encourage the 

growth of existing industries and businesses, while giving assistance to any new firms or individuals 

seeking to locate in Grand Island; to support all of these activities believed to be beneficial to the 

community and area and, in general, to promote the welfare of all area citizens following always 

those policies intended to accomplish the greatest good for the greatest number.” 

Business & Community Promotion - The Chamber works hard to promote businesses and the 

community by promoting community events; providing sponsorship and advertising opportunities; 

publishing the monthly “Channels” newsletter as well as the “Discover Grand Island Community & 

Visitors Guide” and “Grand Island Map”; and partnering with new businesses to organize ribbon 

cuttings and grand openings culminating in positive press through our local news outlets. 

Business Learning & Networking Events - The 

Chamber of Commerce hosts seminars and other 

events designed to help our members learn about 

new business opportunities including resources to 

help grow their businesses, better serve their 

customers, and become more efficient. 

Citizen of the Year - The Citizen of the Year Award is 

presented annually to businesses and individuals 

whose contributions have made Grand Island a 

better place to live, work and play. The Chamber is 

proud to recognize those who give their time and 

energy to the community. 

Grand Island Citizen of the Year Awards 2018 

Light Up The Boulevard - This annual community event kicks off the holiday season. Festivities 

include an evening light parade, Rudolph Run, the official tree lighting ceremony, a light display 

contest, visits with Santa, caroling, vendors, games, and more. The event helps promote Grand 

Island businesses during the start of the holiday shopping season. 

KidBiz - The KidBiz Young Entrepreneur Program teaches students in 2nd through 8th grades what 

it takes to run a business. Kids come up with ideas for a product to market and sell and sign a loan 

agreement with their parents to cover startup costs. This event, in its 22nd year, is an opportunity 

for business leaders to mentor our future entrepreneurs. 

Youth Ambassador Program - This program promotes positive interaction between our business 

community and students. Each year, two Youth Ambassadors are selected to represent youth at 

local business events and raise awareness of the economic development of Grand Island. 

Scholarship Program - The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce Scholarship is awarded to one 

high school student each year at their graduation. Applicants are required to submit an essay 

describing the kind of business they would start on Grand Island and why it would be successful. 

You can learn more about the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce at www.gichamber.org.

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THE GRAND ISLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS HERE FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

ISLAND OF PARKS & RECREATION 

PARKS & WILDLIFE AREAS 

Beaver Island State Park - Located along the Niagara River at the south end of Grand Island, this 950-acre 

pet-friendly park has sandy swimming beach, 80 slip marina with transient slips, fishing access, canoe/ 

kayak launches, hiking and biking trails, 18-hole golf course and driving range, disk golf, horseshoe pits, 

athletic fields, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic shelters, a restaurant, playgrounds, and more. 

Waterfowl hunting is allowed seasonally by permit and trails are available for snowmobiling and crosscountry 

skiing during the winter season. Summer gate fee is $7. 

Buckhorn State Park - Located along the Niagara River at the north end of Grand Island, this 895-acre 

nature preserve features abundant trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing as well as a fishing 

platform, canoe/kayak launch, and bird-watching blinds. 

Spicer Creek Wildlife Management Area - Located along the Niagara River near East River and Whitehaven 

Roads, this 34-acre wildlife area features 1,600 feet of shoreline and 26 acres of wetlands. A trail provides 

hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities. Waterfowl hunting is available seasonally by permit. 

Margery Gallogly Nature Sanctuary - Located in the area surrounding Assumption Cemetery on Whitehaven 

Road, this new 140-acre forested nature preserve is open to the public year-round for passive recreation 

such as like hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and wildlife viewing. 

Veterans Park - Located on Bedell Road, this town park contains athletic fields with concession stands, 

basketball and beach volleyball courts, bike trails, a library, sledding hill, two playgrounds including a 

wheelchair-accessible playground, and the Miracle League baseball diamond, which provides opportunities 

for children and young adults with disabilities to play baseball. 

Grand Island Nike Base - Located at 3278 Whitehaven Road, this former Nike missile base is now a town 

park featuring six tennis courts, a nine-hole par three golf course, the Grand Island Golden Age Center, a 

softball diamond, and facilities for town recreation programming. 

MULTI-USE TRAILS 

West River Connector Trail - Asphalt trail with 

shoreline access along West River connecting 

Beaver Island and Buckhorn Island State Parks. 

Approximately 8.0 miles. 

South Parkway Trail - Asphalt trail that begins at 

Beaver Island State Park and follows the South 

Parkway to Staley Road at Grand Island Blvd. 

Connects to the West River and Beaver Island Trails. 


Beaver Island Trail - Asphalt trail meandering 

through Beaver Island State Park. Connects to the 

West River and South Parkway Trails. Approximately 

1.0 mile of designated trail. 

Veterans Park Bike Path - Asphalt trail beginning near 

entrance to Veterans Park with segments leading to 

Woodstream Meadows subdivision and Baseline 

Road. Approximately 0.9 miles. 

Linear Bike Path - Asphalt trail that meanderers 

around neighborhoods with a small playground along 

the way. Trailhead parking at Bedell and Baseline 

Roadsand Buckhorn State Park. Approximately 1.5 

miles. 

Ransom Road Bike Path - Asphalt path from Stony 

Point Road to the Grand Island high school. 


Spaulding Trail - Gravel trail beginning near South 

Parkway roundabout leading to East River Road in 

Ferry Village. Approximately 0.9 miles.


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River Oaks Golf Course 

201 Whitehaven Rd. 

(716) 773-3337 

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Clubhouse Dining at “Elldens” (open to the public) 

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Beaver Island Golf Course 

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Clubhouse dining at “Bogeys” (open to the public) 

RECREATION 

Golden Age Center 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (716) 773-9682 

Miracle League 1715 Bedell Rd. (716) 773-9600 

Mallwitz’s Island Lanes 1887 Whitehaven Rd. (716) 773-0062 

Town Recreation Department 3278 Whitehaven Rd. (716) 773-9680 

Blue Water Kayak Rental 340 East River Rd. (716) 773-7884 

OUTDOOR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 

Grand Island Rod & Gun Club 1083 Whitehaven Rd. (716) 773-3529 

Sheridan Transit Rod & Gun Club 551 Ransom Rd. (716) 773-2622 

Niagara River Station Fishing Club 355 E. River Rd. (716) 773-0931 

East Park Garden Club 3660 E. River Rd. (716) 773-7298 

Grand Island Garden Club (716) 773-4652 

Grand Island Snowmobile Club (716) 812-2339 

Grand Island Farms (716) 514-6544 

FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS 

VFW Post #9249 & Auxillary 2121 Grand Island Blvd. (716) 773-6343 

American Legion Post #1346 2524 Grand Island Blvd. (716) 773-7915 

Moose Lodge 2524 Grand Island Blvd. (716) 773-6655 


DID YOU KNOW? THE BUFFALO-NIAGARA REGION IS HOME TO MORE THAN 20 STATE PARKS!

WORLD-CLASS FISHING & BOATING 

FISHING 

Shore Fishing Sites 

The Upper Niagara River offers some of the best fishing in North 

America with a wide array of species to net including largemouth and 

smallmouth bass, muskellunge, northern pike, crappie, and other fish 

species. You can also find abundant perch, walleye, and steelhead 

trout in nearby Lake Erie. 

Lake Erie is famous for trophy-size walleye caught trolling offshore 

during July and August. In addition, the last five state record 

smallmouths have also come from Lake Erie! Bass can be found 

along the entire shoreline with hotspots located along rocky drop-offs. 

Steelhead can also be found in area tributaries between the months of 

September and April. 

Western New York Bassmasters, a bass fishing club, holds a series of 

tournaments each year, including an event on the Upper Niagara: 

www.wnybassmasters.com/id2.html 

Refer to the New York Freshwater Fishing Guide for official regulations 

including information on fishing seasons and angling requirements: 

www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/fishguide.pdf. 

• Beaver Island State Park - located on the southern 

end of Grand Island, shore fishing is available 

along the lagoon (Beaver Creek), near the east 

marsh canoe/kayak launch, and along the Niagara 

River, excluding the designated swimming area. 

• Buckhorn Island State Park - located on the 

northern end of Grand Island, shore fishing is 

available along Woods Creek, which has an 

accessible fishing platform, and also along the 

Niagara River shoreline. 

• Big Six Mile Creek Marina - located along the West 

River halfway between Beaver Island and Buckhorn 

Island State Parks, shore fishing can be found 

around the cove forming the marina and at the 

mouth of Big Six Mile Creek. 

• Fisherman's Landing - located at the base of the 

South Grand Island Bridge, Fisherman’s Landing is 

a dedicated shore fishing site providing anglers an 

elevated point from which to fish. 

Bait & Tackle 

Blue Water Marina - located at 340 East River Road in 

the Ferry Village neighborhood of Grand Island, near 

Beaver Island State Park, Blue Water Marina offers a 

selection of live bait and tackle for sale. Live bait can 

be purchased 24/7 from an outdoor vending 

machine. 

Be sure to pick up a copy of the Western New York 

Hot Spot Fishing Map for insider information on the 

best areas to try your luck: 

www2.erie.gov/hotspot

BOATING 

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The Upper Niagara River offers some of the most scenic boating in the world. Nowhere else on the planet 

can you watch from a boat as the sun sets over Niagara Falls, reflecting in the mist as it rises high above the 

water. Whether you’re into sailing, motoring, or paddling, boating is a popular recreational activity in 

Western New York, and Grand Island provides an excellent base from which to enjoy this activity. 

Popular Trips 

• Sail under the Grand island Bridges, admiring these feats of engineering. 

• Venture all the way around Grand Island, admiring the view to Canada from West River. 

• Dock at one of the transient slips located at Beaver Island and enjoy a day at the park. 

• Sail around Strawberry and Pirates Island looking for herons, egrets, ospreys, and bald eagles. 

• Lock through the historic Black Rock Lock (dating back to 1914) and see the International Railway Bridge 

(a turnstile dating back to 1873), Ferry Street Lift Bridge (c. 1913) and Peace Bridge (c. 1927). 

• Venture up the Buffalo River to see hulking grain silos towering over the river. 

• Sail down the tranquil Erie Canal. 

***Be sure to check your charts for shallow areas as water depths can change rapidly, watch out for unlit 

channel markers and water intakes, and never swim from an anchored boat. 

Marinas 

Anchor Marine 1501 Ferry Rd. (716) 773-7063 | gas, sales, parts & service, private slips 

Big Six Mile Creek Marina 3219 Whitehaven Rd. (716) 773-3270 | gas, private slips, public launch 

Blue Water Marina 340 East River Rd. (716) 773-7884 | gas, parts & service, slips, public launch 

River Oaks Marina 3001 East River Rd. (716) 774-0050 | private slips, transient slips 

A complete list of public boat launch sites, including canoe and kayak launches can be found at: 

www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/23898.html 


DID YOU KNOW? A 33-LB WORLD RECORD COHO SALMON WAS CAUGHT IN LAKE ONTARIO!

EXCITING ATTRACTIONS 

Fantasy Island Amusement Park 

2400 Grand Island Blvd. 

(716) 773-7591 

www.fantasyislandny.com 

This classic amusement park features rides for 

children and families, thrill rides, live shows, special 

events, a water park, and more. Check out The 

Silver Comet wooden roller coaster and the Wild 

West Shoot-Out. New in 2018 is Fairy Tale Forest 

featuring new rides and entertainment for kids. 

Grand Island Fun Center 


(716) 775-0180 

www.islandfuncenter.com 

This family fun center is packed with stuff to do 

including go-karts, mini golf, lasertag, batting 

cages, a video arcade, and even water wars - 

challenge your friends and family to a water balloon 

battle like you’ve never experienced before. 

Experience all the action with an unlimited pass. 

Kelly’s Country Store 

3121 Grand Island Blvd. 

(716) 773-0003 

www.kellyscountrystore.com 

When you enter Kelly’s Country Store, it’s like 

stepping back in time; a candy shoppe, chocolate 

factory, and gift store wrapped in old-fashioned 

charm. Lots to see and do here. Be sure to tour 

Old School No. 5 (pictured), an original Grand 

Island one-room schoolhouse located on site. 

Grand Island Farmers Market 

www.grandislandfarmersmarket.com 

The Grand Island Farmers Market is held every 

Monday and is the place to buy fresh, local food 

including produce and locally prepared goods. It is 

also a community organization that supports local 

agriculture through farm-to-table dinners, events, 

seminars, and more.


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GRAND ISLAND EVENTS 

Winter 

Light Up The Blvd Electric Parade & Rudolph Run on GI Blvd (12/1) 

Winter Wonderland Activities @ GI Town Hall (12/1) 

Holiday Luncheon @ River Lea (12/11) 

Free Ice Fishing (2/17–2/18) 

Grand Island Farmers Market @ Knights Of Columbus 

Sundays 

Spring 

Grand Island Alumni Comedy Night @ River Oaks (3/3) 

Grover Cleveland’s Birthday @ River Lea (3/18) 

Town Easter Egg Hunt @ Veterans Park (4/20) 

Zonta’s Spring Fashion Show (4/29) 

Citizen of the Year Dinner w/ GICC (4/26) 

Memorial Day Ceremonies @ DeGlopper Memorial Park (5/28) 

Relay 4 Life @ Veterans Park (6/8) 

Chiavetta’s Chicken BBQ Wednesdays @ VFW 

May–June 

Grand Island Farmers Market @ Knights of Columbus 

Sundays 

Summer 

Thunder of Niagara Air Show (6/9 – 6/10) 

Free Fishing (6/23–6/24) 

Relay 4 Life Golf Tournament @ River Oaks (6/25) 

Kid Biz @ GI Town Hall Commons w / GICC (6/30) 

Dick Bessel Independence Run (7/4) 

Independence Parade down GI Blvd (7/4) 

VFW DeGlopper Memorial Celebration (7/4) 

Fireworks @ Fantasy Island (7/4) 

Grand Island Garden Walk @ Town Commons Gazebo (7/8) 

Lions Club Special Needs Picnic @ Buffalo Launch Club (7/14) 

Paddles Up Niagara @ Beaver Island State Park (7/28) 

Thunder of Niagara Hydroplane Boat Race (8/4–8/5) 

Greater Grand Island Garage Sale @ VFW (8/18) 

GI School Business Association Golf Tournament @ River Oaks (8/21) 

Grand Island Farmers Market @ Thompson Farm 

Mondays 

Outdoor Movie Series @ Elderwood Senior Care 

Wednesdays 

Miracle League Baseball @ Veterans Park 

Sundays & Thursdays 

Music in the Park @ Town Commons Gazebo 

End June–3wk Aug 

Fall 

Antique and Classic Boat Show @ Buffalo Launch Club (9/7–9/9) 

Free Fishing (9/22 & 11/11) 

Taste of Grand Island (9/22) 

SPCA’S Paws in the Park @ Beaver Island State Park (9/22) 

GI Farms Inc. Farm to Table Dinner (10/6) 

Crop Walk Grand Island @ Beaver Island State Park (10/7) 

Fire House Open House @ GI Fire Garage on GI Blvd (10/14) 

Holiday Happenings @ Golden Age Center (10/20) 

Veterans Day @ Veterans Park (11/11) 

Shop Small Saturday (11/24) 

Grand Island Farmers Market @ Thompson Farm 

Mondays 

Around the Region 

Destination Niagara USA official travel and tourism site 

Visit Buffalo Niagara official travel and tourism site 

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CASUAL DINING 

TEMPTING FOOD & DRINK 

773 North 


(716) 773-6678 

www.773north.com 

Trendy restaurant serving an updated take 

on classic comfort foods. 

The Beach House 

5584 E. River Rd. 

(716) 773-7119 

www.grandislandbeachhouse.com 

Cozy restaurant with an affordable menu 

best known for its fish fry. 

Bogey’s at Beaver Island 

2136 Oakfield Road 

(716) 775-1831 

www.fb.com/bogeysatbeaverisland 

Seasonal golf course restaurant with great 

outdoor patio and park views. 

Brick Oven Pizzeria & Pub 


(716) 773-4445 

www.brickovenpizzagrandisland.com 

Best known for its specialty pizzas and 

subs with a large selection of draft beer. 

Currents Restaurant 


(716) 773-0723 

www.currents-restaurant.com 

Hotel restaurant with sweeping views of the 

upper Niagara River. 

Elden’s Grill 


(716) 775-5190 

www.elldens.com 

Upscale golf club restaurant (open to the 

public) serving modern American cuisine. 

McMahon’s Family Restaurant 


(716) 773-9707 

www.fb.com/McMahonsFamilyRestaurant 

Eclectic diner with an affordable menu open 

for breakfast and lunch. 

Riverstone Grill 

971 E. River Rd. 

(716) 775-9079 

www.theriverstonegrill.com 

American restaurant best known for its “Bone 

in the Stone,” burgers, and BBQ. 

TC’s Island Bar & Grille 


(716) 773-7852 

www.fb.com/TCs-Lounge-53861991889 

Classic tavern with a pub menu and 

laidback atmosphere. 

The Village Inn 

1488 Ferry Rd. 

(716) 773-5030 

www.villageinngrandisland.com 

Quaint restaurant known for its homemade 

soups and desserts. 

Dick & Jenny’s 

1270 Baseline Rd. 

(716) 775-5048 

www.dickandjennysny.com 

Upscale casual restaurant serving 

authentic Louisiana-style cuisine.



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DID YOU KNOW? THERE ARE MORE THAN 20 BREWERIES IN WESTERN NEW YORK!

QUCK BITE DINING 

Adrian’s Custard & Beef 


(716) 773-9242 

www.fb.com/AdriansCustardBeef 

Seasonal walk-up restaurant known for its 

“beef on weck” and ice cream. 

John’s Pizza & Subs 


(716) 774-0020 

www.johnspizzaandsubs.com 

Fast casual restaurant serving pizza, 

wings, subs, wraps, tacos, and more. 

Rocky’s Island Pizza 


(716) 774-1100 

www.rockyspizzagrandisland.com 

Fast casual restaurant serving pizza, 

wings, subs, wraps, tacos, and more. 

SUBWAY 


(716) 773-1521 

www.subway.com 

Fast casual restaurant serving submarine 

sandwiches on a variety of rolls. 

The annual “Taste of Grand Island” provides an opportunity to sample food from dozens of local restaurants. 

If you are not yet a member of 

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MEMBER DISCOUNTS 

♦ 

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES 

♦ 

RIBBON CUTTINGS 

♦ 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 

♦ 

AND MORE 

Visit www.GIChamber.org to learn more!


7.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

ADRIAN’S BEEF & CUSTARD 

AD27 (1/8) 

& AD28 (1/8) 

QUARTER PAGE 

FULL COLOR 

3.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

JOHN’S PIZZA & SUBS 



QUARTER PAGE 

FULL COLOR 

3.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

ACETI’S WINES & SPIRITS 


DID YOU KNOW? THERE ARE MORE THAN 20 RESTAURANTS ON GRAND ISLAND!

AD45 (1/4), AD46 (1/8), AD47 (1/8), 



7.5” W x 10” H 

SOLD TO 

ISLAND SHIP CENTER


7.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

WHEELFIND AUTOMOTIVE 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

DICK & JENNY’S BAKE & BREW 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

773 NORTH 


AD55A* 


HERE 



SOLD TO 

ISLAND DELI 

AD55B* 


HERE 



SOLD TO 

LIZ WILBERT, HOWARD HANNA 


DID YOU KNOW? THE NATIONAL BUFFALO WING FEST REQUIRES 30 TONS OF CHICKEN WINGS!

HOTELS 

CHOICE ACCOMMODATIONS 

Radisson Hotel Niagara Falls-Grand Island 

100 Whitehaven Road 

Grand Island, NY14072 

(716) 773-1111 | 1-800-333-3333 

www.radisson.com/grand-island 


Holiday Inn Express Grand Island 

2761 Long Road 

Grand Island, NY 14072 

(716) 775-0007 | 1-800-439-4745 

www.ihg.com 

Radisson Hotel, featuring resort-like amenies 

Four Points by Sheraton Niagara Falls 

7001 Buffalo Avenue 

Niagara Falls, NY 14304 

(716) 299-0344 | 1-800-325-3535 

www.fourpoints.com/niagarafalls 

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls 

401 Buffalo Avenue 

Niagara Falls, NY 14303 

(716) 524-3333 | 1-855-610-TREE 

www.doubletree.com 

Holiday Inn Express, Grand Island’s newest hotel 

CAMPGROUNDS 

Branches of Niagara Campground & Resort 

2659 Whitehaven Road 


(716) 773-7600 | 1-877-321-CAMP 

www.branchesofniagara.com 

Branches of Niagara Campground & Resort 

KOA Niagara Falls / Grand Island 



(716) 773-7538 | 1-800-562-0787 

www.niagarafallsgrandislandkoa.com 

KOA Niagara Falls / Grand Island



HERE 



SOLD TO 

ISLAND PET LODGE 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

DANA’S STYLIN’ PETS 

AD30*** 


7.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION 


QUARTER PAGE 

FULL COLOR 

3.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

G.I. FAMILY PRACTICE 


DID YOU KNOW? GRAND ISLAND OFFERS EVERY TYPE OF VISITOR ACCOMMODATION!

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 

• 10100, Inc. 

• Elizabeth Snyder Photography, LLC 

• 773 North (see ad on pg. 23) 

• Elldens Grill and Banquet (see ad on pg. 19) 

• “A” Best Roofing & Siding Inc. (see ad on pg. 30) • Entire Home Remodel, Inc. 

• AccuTheranostics 

• Eric Berger Insurance (see ad on pg. 28) 

• Aceti’s Wine & Spirits (see ad on pg. 21) 

• Erie Plumbing & Remodeling Inc. 

• Adam's Door Company Inc. 

• Erin Koprevich, CRC, LCSW-R 

• Adrian’s Custard & Beef (see ad on pg. 21) 

• Excel Marine 

• Advanced Architecture and Planning, P.C. 

• Fantasy Island 

• Allstate – Mastantuono Agency 

• Financial Trust Fed. Credit Union 

• American Family Dental 

• Flower A Day (see ad on page 5) 

• Anchor Marine (see ad on pg. 11) 

• Floyd Doring 

• Auto Fix 

• Four Points by Sheraton Niagara Falls 

• Beach House Restaurant, Inc. 

• Fox Pest Control 

• Benjamin J. Bidell 

• Fuccillo Automotive Group (see ad on back cover) 

• Bible Presbyterian Church 

• G.I. Drywall & Acoustics 

• Big Sky Powertrain 

• GP:50 

• Block, Longo & LaMarca, PC 

• Grand Island American Legion Post #1346 

• Blue Rock Engergy 

• Grand Island Central School District 

• Blue Water Marina (see ad on pg. 9) 

• Grand Island Chiropractic 

• Bogey’s at Beaver Island 

• Grand Island Coop Nursery 

• Boss Insurance Agency 

• Grand Island Dance Center 

• Branches of Niagara Campground (see ad on pg. 9) • Grand Island Electric Inc. 

• Brick Oven Pizzeria & Pub 

• Grand Island Family Practice (see ad on pg. 25) 

• Bridge Sales and Consulting, Inc. 

• Grand Island Farms, Inc. 

• Brighton Chiropractic & Nutritional Health 

• Grand Island Fire Company, Inc. 

• Buffalo Launch Club 

• Grand Island Fun Center 

• Buffalo Plastering, Inc. 

• Grand Island Greatscape 

• Cannon Design 

• Grand Island Moose Family Center #180 

• Carl Amato Collision 

• Grand Island Optical 

• Casxteriors, Inc. 

• Grand Island Secure Storage 

• Cataract Safe & Lock 

• Grand Island Waste Management (see ad on pg. 28) 

• Century 21 – Eric Winklhofer 

• Great Lakes Plumbing 

• Century 21 – Brad Bowman (see ad on pg. 29 • Grobelny Alternative Healthcare LLC 

• Century 21 – Gerrie Andolina (see ad on pg. 7) • H. J. Hill Tax & Accounting Services, Inc. 

• Certified AutoBrokers Inc. 

• Harpers Heating and Cooling (see ad on pg. 29) 

• CFO Business Resources 

• Health Wear of WNY 

• Charles N. Deglopper Memorial VFW Post 9249 • Healthy Living Transitions 

• Christine A. Learman, CPA, PC (see ad on pg. 29) • Herb’n Garden Farms 

• Clemens Insurance Agency 

• Holiday Inn Express Grand Island (see ad on pg. 31) 

• Compu-Mail, LLC 

• Home Technology Integrations, Inc. 

• Computer Search Payroll Services 

• Howard Hanna – Kim Mankowski 

• Cornerstone Church 

• Howard Hanna – Kristin Ochs 

• Cross Controls & Electric Inc. (see ad on pg. 30) • Howard Hanna – Liz Wilbert (see ad on pg. 23) 

• Daigler Engineering, Inc. 

• Howard Hanna – Vienna Haak 

• Dana’s Stylin’ Pets (see ad on pg. 25) 

• Hunt Real Estate 

• Diane Garey Interiors 

• Hunt Real Estate – Mike McDonough 

• Dick & Jenny's (see ad on pg. 23) 

• Independent Health 

• Double D Construction 

• Island Deli & Meat Market (see ad on pg. 25) 

• Douglas Wright 

• Island Kids Child Care Center, LLC (see ad on pg. 2) 

• Dylix Corporation 

• Island Marine 

• East Coast Images, Inc. 

• Island Pediatrics 

• Elderwood at Grand Island 

• Island Pet Lodge (see ad on pg. 25) 

• Elegance Optique 

• Island Pets and Feed, Inc.

• Island Ship Center, Inc. (see ad on pg. 22) 

• J.C.M. Heating & Cooling Services 

• Jack’s Lawn Mower Service 

• JB Landscaping and Snowplowing 

• Jennifer Pusatier 

• John Talarico Agency 

• John’s Pizza & Subs (see ad on pg. 21) 

• John’s Professional Painting (see ad on pg. 30) 

• JR Building & Remodeling Co. 

• K&D Action Photo & Aerial Imaging 

• Keller Insurance Group (see ad on pg. 28) 

• Kelly’s Country Store 

• Kershner Studios 

• Key Bank 

• Kleen Windows, Inc. (see ad on pg. 13) 

• Laundry Lounge and Capitol Cleaners 

• Leaping Beauty Bounce House Rental 

• LW Graphics 

• Lynch Park Associates Inc. 

• Lynx Technologies, Inc. 

• M & K Sales & Services, Inc. 

• M&T Bank 

• Mallwitz’s Island Lanes 

• Mark J. Bellanca, CPA, PC 

• Mark J. Frentzel, Attorney At Law 

• Marketing Technologies of WNY 

• Mark’s Island Tree Service 

• Marston Power Equipment 

• McMahon’s Family Restaurant 

• Metro Town Center Realty, Inc. (see ad on pg. 5) 

• Moshides Financial Group 

• Mr. Best Wrench (see ad on pg. 29) 

• National Fuel Gas 

• New York Life 

• Niagara Falls/Grand Island KOA 

• Niagara Frontier Publications 

• Nickel City Hardwood 

• Northeastern Leasing & Finance 

• Northwest Bank 

• Patrick Soos, LTC (Ret) 

• People, Inc. 

• Piatek Insurance Agency, Inc. 

• Pink Martini Gift Shop (see ad on pg. 13) 

• Pinto Service Inc. (see ad on pg. 17) 

• PK’s Painting (see ad on pg. 30) 

• Plumeria 

• Poly Plastics Film Corp. 

• Popular Graphics 

• Premier Process Service of WNY, Inc. 

• Pritchard & Kennedy 

• Quimby Signs 

• Radisson Hotel Niagara Falls-Grand Island 

• RE/MAX North – Linda Kutzback 

• Regional Environmental Demolition, Inc. 

• Residential Construction (see ad on pg. 25) 

• Richard Crawford 

• River Oaks Golf Club 

• River Oaks Marina 

• Riverstone Grille 

• Robert M. Ratajczak, Jr. P.C., Attorney at Law 

• Rockwood Brothers Collision 

• Rocky's Island Pizza 

• Rose Liquor Store (see ad on pg. 15) 

• Sam Long's Landscaping & Excavating Inc. 

• Schmit Plumbing & Heating, LLC (see ad on pg. 30) 

• Shear Paradise Salon (see ad on pg. 13) 

• Sheridan Plaza Properties 

• Sidway Playground Fund 

• Snap Fitness 

• Social Sellutions, LLC 

• Social Status Marketing, LLC 

• Soma Cura Wellness Center 

• Sound Choice Audio Performance 

• Starline USA, Inc. 

• Step-In-Time Studio of Dance (see ad on pg. 13) 

• Stryker Motors, LLC 

• SUBWAY 

• Sunrise Sunset Enterprises, Inc. 

• Sybil E Kennedy 

• T.C.’s Lounge 

• The Carey Firm, LLC 

• The Mackbarr Group 

• ThermoFisher 

• Toshiba Business Solutions 

• Trend Setters Hair Design 

• Truesdale's Home Remodeling 

• Unyts 

• Vantage Marketing Global, Inc. 

• Village Inn 

• Wagner Construction Company 

• Wavelengths 

• Wayside Nursery, Inc. 

• Wheelfind Automotive (see ad on pg. 23) 

• Whitmore Associates 

• Woodchuck Tree Service 

• Woodgate Apartments LLC 

• Wynne & Wynne, CPA’s 

• X-Press Dry Cleaners 

Thank you to all Chamber of Commerce 

members for supporting the Grand Island 

business community. Your membership 

makes this publication possible. 


DID YOU KNOW? THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HAS OVER 200 MEMBERS!




HERE 



SOLD TO 

CHRISTINE A. LEARMAN, CPA 

QUARTER PAGE 

FULL COLOR 

3.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

THE KELLER GROUP 

INSURANCE 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

ERIC BERGER INSURANCE 

AD35 (1/8), AD36 (1/8), AD39 (1/8), AD40 (1/8)*** 


7.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

GRAND ISLAND WASTE MANAGEMENT


7.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

BRAD BOWMAN 

CENTURY 21 WINKLHOFER 


QUARTER PAGE 

FULL COLOR 

3.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

HARPER’S HEATING & 

COOLING 



QUARTER PAGE 

FULL COLOR 

3.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

MR. BEST WRENCH 


DID YOU KNOW? THE MEDIAN VALUE OF A HOME ON GRAND ISLAND IS $189,600!



HERE 



SOLD TO 

CROSS CONTROLS & ELECTRIC 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

SCHMIT PLUMBING & HEATING 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

JOHN’S PROFESSIONAL PAINTING 



HERE 



SOLD TO 

PK’S PAINTING 

AD57 (1/8), AD58 (1/8), AD61 (1/8) & A62 (1/8)* 


7.5” W x 4.75” H 

SOLD TO 

A BEST ROOFING & SIDING


BACK COVER | FULL COLOR 

SOLD TO 

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 


DID YOU KNOW? GRAND ISLAND BUSINESSES MEET NEARLY EVERY NEED!


BACK COVER | FULL COLOR 

SOLD TO 

FUCCILLO AUTOMOTIVE GROUP

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