Clymer Community Showcase

The Clymer Tulip Festival is one of the region’s most unique small-town celebrations and brings together community traditions, Dutch heritage, music, food, parades, dancing, and family activities for a weekend filled with fun and hometown pride.

Held every other year in Clymer, New York, the festival welcomes visitors from near and far to enjoy colorful events, local vendors, entertainment, and longstanding traditions that have been passed down through generations.

Festival favorites include the Tulip Parade, Klompen dancers, ceremonial street scrubbing, the Tulip Queen crowning, live entertainment, demonstrations, food stands, and community events throughout the weekend.

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for another year, the Tulip Festival is a celebration of tradition, volunteerism, and the spirit of small-town community.

For more details on this weekend’s events, please see pages 6–8 of this edition.

Clymer’s business community is built on more than storefronts and services. It is built on families, craftsmanship, tradition and neighbors supporting neighbors. From longtime staples to newer ventures, local businesses continue to help shape the character and economy of the community in ways both big and small. Here is a look at several businesses helping keep Clymer thriving.

B&H Windows, located at 1804 Waite Corners Rd. in Panama, specializes in vinyl windows, new installation and replacements as well as double hung sliders, and has built a reputation for quality installation throughout the region. The company has become a trusted local name for homeowners looking to improve and update their homes. For more information, call 716-355-6442.

Mike Beckerink Cabinetry, located at 8429 Ravlin Hill Road in Clymer, showcases the craftsmanship that has long been a hallmark of the area. The business creates custom cabinetry, blending practical skill with artistry. This summer, founder Mike Beckerink is excited to pass on his expert knowledge to his son, Jo Beckerink, and continue a family tradition of craftsmanship into the next generation. More information is available at mikebeckerinkcabinetry.com.

The Amish community is also incredibly active in the Clymer area, especially in the business community. Businesses like Detweiler Concrete Coatings, Eastern States Metal, Church Street Supply and Troyer Greenhouse are part of a longstanding tradition of skilled workmanship, agriculture and entrepreneurship that continues to strengthen the local community.

Detweiler Concrete Floor Coatings, located at 9664 Reagan Road, Clymer, specializes in durable concrete floor coatings for homes and businesses, including garages, patios, warehouses and showrooms. The company has earned praise for quality workmanship and customer service throughout Chautauqua County and beyond. More information is available by calling 716-490-4574.

Ravlin Hill Archery has become a destination for local outdoor enthusiasts and hunters alike. The business offers archery equipment and expertise while supporting the region’s strong outdoor sports tradition. The business relocated to a larger facility at 7938 Route 474 in Panama. It can be reached at 716-355-8841.

Troyer’s Greenhouse is a one-stop shop for gardening enthusiasts everywhere. Located at 1669 Weeks Rd., they offer annual, perennial, herb and vegetable plants for gardens of all shapes and sizes. For more information, visit www.troyersgreehouse.com or call 716-782-4887.

A number of businesses in town are also tied together through one entrepreneurial local family. Lictus Keystone, owned and operated by the Lictus family, is a longtime fuel and propane supplier serving Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania. Lictus Automotive is also under the Lictus Keystone umbrella. Clymer Hardware, operated by Amy Wood, and Twin Flame, a new coffee truck launched by Amy Wood’s daughter, Anna, round out the family’s investment in the community and its future. Together, the businesses span fuel and petroleum products, automotive work, hardware and fresh coffee served in the center of town.

Mosher’s Carpeting recently celebrated its 31st anniversary on April 1. Owned by Mindy and Scott Mosher alongside their adult children, Jared and Kendra, the business represents two generations working together to serve local customers. Over the decades, the family-run business has become a trusted source for flooring and carpeting needs throughout the area.

Dutch Village Restaurant remains one of Clymer’s longtime staples and a familiar stop for both residents and visitors alike. The eatery has long been part of the fabric of the community and continues to draw people from around the region for their incredible foods, including homemade mashed potatoes and gravy and delicious breakfasts. Visit www.dutchvillage.net to view their menu.

Sara Beckerink Tax Prep and Bookkeeping continues to serve local residents and businesses with tax preparation and bookkeeping services. Though her office serves clients across the region, Beckerink remains a proud Clymer native with strong ties to the community. For more information, call 716-640-0590.

Sweeterson Farms, a unique kitchen boutique located at 8723 East Main St. in Clymer, offers a sparkling setting for every chef and foodie. Owned by Clymer residents Levi and Carrie Swanson, Sweeterson Farms brings their love for culinary arts and cooking into the community through a wonderful selection of products that will make every kitchen just a little sweeter. For more information, follow them on Facebook or visit www.sweetersonfarms.com.

Beckerink Trucking continues the tradition of transportation and logistics work that supports both local businesses and the wider regional economy. Located at 8138 Brownell Rd., the company can be reached at 716-450-0680 for all your trucking and transportation needs.

Together, these businesses reflect the spirit of Clymer itself: hardworking, family-oriented and deeply connected to the community. Whether they have been operating for decades or are just getting started, each contributes something valuable to Clymer’s identity and future.