If you’re looking for something to do this summer, you won’t have to look far. The Southern Tier is on the verge of a busy, fun-filled summer. There’s something for everyone, including music, festivals, great food, art, history, sports and more!

Here’s a short breakdown of some of the popular events this summer:

Don’t just celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, check out the Ellicottville Championship Rodeo July 3-5. Sponsored by Sommerville Valley Riding Stables, enjoy a professional rodeo at affordable prices, or just come for the Western trade show, chicken barbecue, concessions and crafts. Tickets are available by calling (716) 699-4839.

The Gazebo Series also starts on July 3 and runs through August 6. Every Thursday from 7-9 p.m., enjoy a free concert at the Village Gazebo. Bring a blanket and the family, sit outside and enjoy the fresh summer air. If you wish to be an entertainer call David Elder at (716) 833-3281.

The first week of June is a busy week! Take a drive to Cuba to celebrate Dairy Week June 3-6. Treat yourself to a carnival, tractor pulls, games, food, music and fun. A parade will be held on June 9. For more information, call (585) 968-2530.

If dairy isn’t your thing, play golf with the Bonnies at Bartlett Country Club in Olean at St. Bonaventure University’s Athletics Department will host its annual Golf With The Bonnies tournament. To sign up or for additional information, contact Barb O’Keefe at (716) 375-2282 or e-mail bokeefe@sbu.edu.

On July 17 and 18, take a short drive and visit the Zippo Fan Fest at the Zippo Case Visitors Center in Bradford, Pa.

On your way, stop at the Wellsville Balloon Rally on July 17 at Island Park on Route 417. The event runs through July 19. The hot air balloons are a site you won’t want to miss. Visit www.wellsvilleballoonrally.com for more information.

What would summer be without golf, golf, and more golf? For all you golfers and fans, check out the Ellicottville Golf Classic at the Holiday Valley Resort July 21-22. Enjoy a wine and European beer tasting, uptown barbeque, great entertainment and a Fantasy Casino Night. Call (800) 349-9099 for tickets.

During August 8-9, treat your taste buds to the Taste of Ellicottville. There you can sample the best of 22 fine restaurants. The event will take place throughout the village from 12-4 p.m.

To experience a world-class competition, visit the IBO World Bowhunting Championships at Holiday Valley August 12-15. This event will bring 2,000 competitors and their families from over 20 countries. Call (716) 699-2345 for more information.

And to experience some more local competition, cheer on the teams at the Gus Macker Tournament in Olean August 14-16. The three-day event will be organized by and benefit both the Olean High School Sports Boosters and the Olean City School District Foundation. For information on sponsorships, and volunteer opportunities, contact John Irving at (716) 397-8223 or Meme K. Yanetsko at (716) 372-4433.

That was just a preview of things to add to your summer to-do list. For a complete list of events in the Olean area, visit oleanny.com, and to check out all the summer happenings in Ellicottville, visit ellicottvilleny.com. Don’t miss out on all the fun!

Mellon & Co. announces the launch of Daff Dry Good’s Web site at daffevl.com. Daff Dry Goods offers clothing, accessories and footwear from around the country, fitting for any cowgirl, cowboy or little buckaroo.

Inspired by friendship and the Old West, mother-daughter duo and Daff’s owners Laura and Arlene Solly hoped to capture the American pioneer spirit and bring it to Ellicottville, N.Y. They invite you to visit the Web site or take a trip to Ellicottville, join their story and become inspired.

As displayed on the user-friendly Web site, Daff’s offers quality goods from designer names. Women’s clothing and accessories feature Tasha Polizzi, Cripple Creek, Montana Leather, Patricia Wolfe and Scully. Collections of sportswear and outerwear include Icelandic Designs, Nomadic Traders, Patagonia, Royal Robins, Tianello Tencel and Wooly Bully Fleece. Men’s clothing and accessories feature Patagonia, Pendleton and Royal Robbins. Outdoor wear includes selections from Outback Trading Company, Scully and Cripple Creek. Children’s clothing showcases matching raincoats, backpacks, boots and umbrellas to keep little ones dry and looking stylish.

Selected footwear styles for men, women and children feature Ariat, Blundstone, Born, Dansko, Earth, El Naturalista, J-41, Simple, Teva and UGG Australia.

Visitors to the custom-designed Web site can shop with an easy-to-use shopping cart feature, purchase gift cards, follow Daff’s blog and register to join the mailing list. With a few clicks and simple E-mail form, visitors can contact the store with questions and comments.

Mellon and Co. has equipped the Solly’s with Mellon EditPro, giving them easy access to all pages on the site with the content management system (CMS). Now, it’s easy to update content and feature new designers, items and events, like the March Midnight Madness Sale on March 7. Visit daffevl.com for more information or to see what Mellon & Co. can do for you visit mellonco.com.