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Ashville Book Sale
Donations Wanted
ASHVILLE – The Ashville Free Library is now accepting new and used books – in good condition – DVDs, and audio books for their annual booksale to be held Aug. 1-2. They are not accepting encyclopedias, college textbooks, magazines, VHS tapes and Reader’s Digest condensed novels. All other material can be brought to the library during regular business hours. The library is located at 2200 N. Maple St. in Ashville. For more information call 763-9906.
Class of ’64 Seeks Classmates
The Bemus Point Central School Class of 1964 will be celebrating their 50th class reunion with three days of activities on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 25-27. Invitations have been sent to all known classmates except those for whom there is no contact information. Organizers are looking for phone numbers or addresses for the following classmates: Annette Norton Matrisciano, Wayne Scolton, Diane Davidson Beilen and Peter Cornell. Anyone who has information regarding these classmates, contact Sarah Hooper Swanson, PO Box 367, Bemus Point, NY 14712 or call 489-1712.
DAV?Post?To Elect Officers
CELORON – There will be an election of officers for Chapter 47 of the Disabled American Veterans on July 8 at 7 p.m. at the Herman Kent Post 777 American Legion, 25 Jackson Ave. For more information, contact Paul Fruehauf at 595-2784 or Tom Abbott at 665-5325.
Valley?Historical Society?To Meet
SINCLAIRVILLE – The regular meeting of the Valley Historical Society will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the museum, corner of Main and Lester streets, Sinclairville. The program will be “Patriotic Moment” by Albert Olmsted and birthday celebration with cake and ice cream provided by John and Susan Sipos.
Noah’s?Ark VBS Starts Tuesday
Noah’s Ark Adventure will be taking place at the Kiantone Congregational Church on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to noon for youth ages 6-15. The adventure will include measuring the dimensions of the ark, learning about how the ark could carry all the animals for a year, finding out why the flood occurred and seeing how the flood explains the geology, rock layers and fossils seen today. For more information, please call 569-2210.
Jamestown BOE?To Meet Tuesday
The Jamestown Board of Education will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. for an executive session for personnel matters, and the regular meeting will convene at 7 p.m.
Salvation Army Series To Begin
The Salvation Army Music & Praise by the River series will be held on Sundays at 6 p.m. at the River Walk, Brooklyn Square during July and August. Featured will be a Musical Celebration with the Jamestown Salvation Army on July 6; Wind River, July 13; Devine Appointment, July 20; Psalmody, July 27; Susan Caster, Aug. 3; Crossmen, Aug. 10; Serendipity, Aug. 17 and 4 His Glory, Aug. 24. The series is open to the community. In case of rain, programs will be held in The Salvation Army, 83 S. Main St., Jamestown.
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Summer
Donations Needed
The St. Susan Center is in need of juice donations for the months of July and August, the center’s busiest months. Two quart bottles of 100 percent fruit juice, with no sugar added, is preferable in order to provide healthy drinks to guests. During July and August of 2013, the center served 23,688 meals.
Support Group
To Meet Monday
The Mental Health Association Self-Help and Advocacy Foundation support group for self-help group facilitators and peer advocates will meet on Monday in the Prendergast Library Conference Room (upstairs) from 4-5 pm. Meetings are held every other Monday. For more information, call 253-7046 or email helen@housingoptions.org.
Musical Talk
Set For Monday
CHAUTAUQUA – Singer/Songwriter Bill Ward will present a narrated musical journey titled, “My Walk with Jesus in Music,” Monday evening from 7-8 p.m. in the Hall of Philosophy at Chautauqua Institution. All are welcome to attend the performance sponsored by the Chautauqua Christian Fellowship and co-sponsored by the Chautauqua Department of Religion. There is a fee to enter Chautauqua Institution and a parking fee. There is no extra charge to attend Ward’s program once inside Chautauqua Institution.
CLA To Host Annual Meeting
LAKEWOOD – The Chautauqua Lake Association will be having an annual meeting to discuss the state of the lake, current strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, as well as giving an in-depth presentation on algal blooms Monday at 6 p.m. at the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club. Guest speaker will be Gregory Boyer, PhD, chair of the Department of Chemistry, professor of biochemistry and director of the Great Lakes Research Consortium at the State University of New York, College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry in Syracuse. For more information, contact Heather Nolan at 763-8602 or heather@chautauqualakeassociation.org.
Library To Show ‘LEGO Movie’
FREWSBURG – Myers Memorial Library will be showing “The LEGO Movie” on Monday at 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. in the library’s community room to start its children’s Summer Reading Program. All movies are sponsored by Frewsburg Pharmacy. With the general Summer Reading theme of science this year, the library will also have a simple experiment every day that week in addition to the kit that is provided by CCLS. Tuesday the library will be receiving a physics kit containing a gyroscope, hovercraft, zero gravity, and vortex in a bottle. For more information, call the library at 569-5515. The library is open Monday through Wednesday 1-8 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday 2-5 p.m.; and Saturday 10 a.m. to noon.
Support Group To Begin Meetings
Housing Options Made Easy Inc. recently announced a new support group designed especially to support self-help group facilitators and peer advocates. The group will meet every two weeks in the Jamestown Prendergast Library’s conference room (509 Cherry St., Jamestown) at 4 p.m. and runs for about an hour. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday. Light refreshments will be available. Housing Options is a not-for-profit supported housing and community support services agency developed and operated by and for recipients of mental health services.
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Worship Service Set For Sunday
There will be a community worship service involving the Cherry Creek First Baptist Church, Christian Fellowship Church of Leon and the Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in the Cherry Creek Main Street Ballpark pavilion. All are welcome.
Reunion
Set For Saturday
Relatives of Coonrod and William Rowland will meet for a reunion at the Larimer Park pavilion, Russell, on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Those attending should take a tureen, their place setting and a beverage.
Flea Market Set For Saturday
First Lutheran Church will be holding a flea market and yard sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire contents of the Community Store will be available as well as additional tables. Proceeds benefit local charities and the Garden at 23 Center St. First Lutheran Church is located at the corner of Chandler and Center streets.
Ham Radio Club To Hold Field Day
CCAFMA Ham Radio Club will be conducting field day at the garage behind the Emergency Operations Center (formerly Mayville High School) this weekend from noon Saturday to noon Sunday. Anyone with an interest in ham radio, emergency communications, public service or technology is encouraged to attend. The club will have equipment set up and will be capable of communicating all over the United States, Canada and beyond. There will be information available for those interested in getting their ham license too.
BPHS To Host Author Ned Ward
BEMUS POINT – The Bemus Point Historical Society Summer Series presents “Saving Chautauqua’s Muskies” on Saturday at 2 p.m. Author Ned Ward will be at the BPHS Museum on Alburtus Avenue in Bemus Point to discuss his book tracing the history of the muskie’s existence in Chautauqua Lake from early efforts of protection, advent of the hatcheries and a look at the modern Prendergast Fish Cultural Station. Lecture and museum admittance is free and open to public. Books will be available for purchase. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day.
Run To Remember Set For Sunday
The community is invited to the Falconer Fire Hall on Sunday for A Run To Remember. This is a 5K Fun Walk/Run for Alzheimer’s awareness sponsored by the Falconer Junior Explorer Post Firefighters. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m. Many items and baskets have been donated for the basket drawing by area businesses and individuals. The drawing runs from 8:30-11 a.m. and everyone is welcome to attend and participate. Refreshments will be available by the Junior Firefighters. Proceeds will go to the Alzheimer’s Association of WNY.
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Flea Market, Yard Sale Set
First Lutheran Church will be holding a flea market and yard sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire contents of the Community Store will be available as well as additional tables. Proceeds benefit local charities and the Garden at 23 Center St. First Lutheran Church is located at the corner of Chandler and Center streets.
Ham Radio Club To Gather
MAYVILLE – CCAFMA Ham Radio Club will be conducting field day at the garage behind the Emergency Operations Center (formerly Mayville High School) this weekend from noon Saturday to noon Sunday. Anyone with an interest in ham radio, emergency communications, public service or technology is encouraged to attend. The club will have equipment set up and will be capable of communicating all over the United States, Canada and beyond. There will be information available for those interested in getting their ham license too.
Library To Show ‘LEGO Movie’
FREWSBURG – Myers Memorial Library will be showing “The LEGO Movie” on Monday at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the library’s community room to start its children’s Summer Reading Program. All movies are sponsored by Frewsburg Pharmacy. With the general Summer Reading theme of science this year, the library will also have a simple experiment every day that week in addition to the kit that is provided by CCLS. Tuesday, July 1, the library will be receiving a physics kit containing a gyroscope, hovercraft, zero gravity, and vortex in a bottle. For more information, call the library at 569-5515. The library is open Monday through Wednesday 1-8 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday 2-5 p.m.; and Saturday 10 a.m. to noon.
Church Plans Sunday Service
CHERRY CREEK – The Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church will celebrate Independence Day with a community worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday in the Main Street ballpark pavilion. All are welcome to attend.
Historical Society To Host Event
BEMUS POINT – The Bemus Point Historical Society Summer Series presents “Saving Chautauqua’s Muskies” on Saturday at 2 p.m. Author Ned Ward will be at the BPHS Museum on Alburtus Avenue in Bemus Point to discuss his book tracing the history of the muskie’s existence in Chautauqua Lake from early efforts of protection, advent of the hatcheries and a look at the modern Prendergast Fish Cultural Station. Lecture and museum admittance is free and open to public. Books will be available for purchase. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day.
Walk/Run Set For Falconer
FALCONER – The community is invited to the Falconer Fire Hall on Sunday for A Run To Remember. This is a 5K Fun Walk/Run for Alzheimer’s awareness sponsored by the Falconer Junior Explorer Post Firefighters. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m. Many items and baskets have been donated for the basket drawing by area businesses and individuals. The drawing runs from 8:30-11 a.m. and everyone is welcome to attend and participate. Refreshments will be available by the Junior Firefighters. Proceeds will go to the Alzheimer’s Association of WNY.
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Senior Center To Meet June 24
Jamestown Area Senior Center members will meet for a tureen on June 24. Seniors attending should take a tureen and their table service. Shirley Vandenburg, activities director, opened a recent meeting with a flag salute and song. The seniors will travel to the casino on July 23. The cost is $27 per person. Reservations are currently being accepted for a train ride, Geneva and Jefferson, Ohio, on Aug. 20. A $25 deposit is required. The balance for the trip to Branson, Mo., in September must be made by July 10. Future events include the Chautauqua County Senior Picnic on July 18. The cost is $6 per person and tickets are available at the Office for the Aging. The annual picnic at Tanglewood/Memory Garden is July 22. Tina Jones and Chris Tracey, of the Red Cross, presented a program on being prepared in case of an emergency in the area. They also stressed having an emergency kit available in the house with necessities in case of a power failure.
Soil & Water To Meet June 25
The Chautauqua County Soil & Water Conservation District’s directors will hold their regular meeting Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. at their offices, located in the Northcrest Business Park, 220 Fluvanna Ave., Suite 600, Jamestown.
JPS Registration Taking Place
Jamestown Public Schools is holding kindergarten and UPK registration through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the JPS Administration Building at 197 Martin Road. If you have any questions about the registration process, call Central Registry at 483-4350.
Civil War Series To Continue
MACHIAS – The summer-long Civil War Event Series continues on Thursday as musician Allen Hopkins will present a program of Civil War era music. A multi-instrumentalist based out of Rochester, Hopkins has been performing a wide variety of folk music for over 40 years. His performance, entitled “Songs of the Civil War,” will take place at 7 p.m. at the County Museum. Weather permitting, it will be held outdoors on the museum lawn, so attendees can feel free to bring a chair or blanket. The rain location will be next door in the Pines activities room. The Cattaraugus County Museum is located in the Stone House, 9824 Route 16, Machias. Call 353-8200 with any questions.
Library To Offer Storytime
Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, will offer an opera storytime at 3 p.m. Friday, featuring Madame Butterfly and representatives of the Chautauqua Opera Guild. Children will be able to enjoy the story, try on costumes, hear the music and learn more about opera. The event is free and open to the public. For information, call 484-7135.
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Spectrum Eyecare Adds Doctor
Drs. Mole, Colburn and Shultz of Spectrum Eyecare announce the addition of Dr. Anna (Bonnett) Wohlgemuth to their practice.
Originally from Smethport, Pa., Wohlgemuth spent her summers on Chautauqua Lake. After graduating from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a Bachelor of Science in biology, she went on to receive her Doctor of Optometry at Pacific University College of Optometry in Portland, Oregon. She has also completed a residency specializing in geriatric ocular disease, low vision and primary care.
Wohlgemuth is currently accepting new patients including comprehensive vision care for the entire family as well as contact lens fittings, glaucoma management, diabetic eye exams, cataract evaluations, and management of macular degeneration.
When not in the office, Wohlgemuth enjoys running, crafts, skiing and spending time with her husband and their two dogs.
To schedule an appointment with Wohlgemuth, call 664-7601, visit spectrumeyecare.com or find Spectrum Eyecare on Facebook.
City Native Receives Award
MANKATO, Minn. – Jamestown native Mark Constantine, the director of the Centennial Student Union and student activities at Minnesota State University, Mankato, was recently honored with the Administrator of the Year Award by the Minnesota State Student Association.
The Administrator of the Year Award recognizes administrators who demonstrate superior and innovative management and personal skills that affect student lives in a positive manner. Issued each May during the MSSA inauguration ceremony, it is one of three awards given by the student association to employees.
Constantine received his honor from the MSSA in his first year at Minnesota State Mankato, where he began duties in his current position on Oct. 14.
Constantine has more than 30 years of student affairs experience at several institutions, including the College of William & Mary, the University of Tennessee and Shippensburg University.
Constantine is the son of Athena and Chris (deceased) Constantine, and the brother of Christina Anderson and Tom Constantine. Mark Constantine is married to Karen, who is the owner of Constantine Consulting. Her firm works with high school clients on the college application process and standardized test improvement, as well as job search assistance for the general public.
Minnesota State Mankato, a comprehensive university with 15,409 students, is part of the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities system, which is comprised of 31 state institutions.
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JHS Class Of ’50 To Meet Aug. 3
The Jamestown High School Class of 1950 will celebrate its 64th reunion at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the Elks Club, 339 E. Fourth St., Jamestown. Current addresses are needed for William Hyde, Lois Roth Keyes, Patricia Lorrens Hans, Elaine Johnson Jackson, Mary Jane Nelson Hill and Virginia Barile Peters. Anyone with information is asked to call Sally Nelson Black at 664-9323 or Roland Phillips at 640-4878.
Used Book Sale Set For June 28
CHERRY CREEK – The Cherry Creek Free Library will be hosting a used book sale, Saturday, June 28 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The library is seeking donations of gently read books for the sale, and donations are being accepted at the library between the hours of 3-5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Please, no encyclopedias or Reader’s Digest Condensed books.
Ellington To Host Blood Drive Today
ELLINGTON – The Community Blood Bank will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the Ellington Fire Hall. The public is welcome to attend.
Sewer Board
To Meet Tuesday
MAYVILLE – The North Chautauqua Lake Sewer District board of directors will have a scheduled meeting at 4 p.m. on Tuesday at the town of Chautauqua meeting room, 2 Academy St., Mayville.
Southwestern Board To Meet
The Southwestern Central School Board of Education will hold a work session on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the high school library to conduct school business. The public is invited to attend.
TEA Party To Meet Tuesday
Southern Tier TEA Party Patriots will hold its monthly general meeting 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Lakewood American Legion. Members will hear a presentation by Russell Payne, candidate for Chautauqua County sheriff. A video on “Dump the IRS” will be shown, along with discussion of HR 104, a constitutional amendment to abolish the Internal Revenue Service. A PowerPoint will be given on “Meet the Ladies,” about women in power and Common Core. Updates will be given by Sam Vellafrank and a SCOPE representative. Updated information will be given on Benghazi and the EPA. General meetings are open to the public.
Jammin’ In The Park Is Tuesday
KENNEDY – Kennedy Pride will host Scroggins at Jammin’ in the Park in Hallquist Park on Route 394 in Kennedy on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Guests are asked to bring a lawn chair and enjoy refreshments for sale.
Summer Safety Class Planned
Prendergast Library will offer a parent education program at 7 p.m. Wednesday with a presentation on basic summer safety by the Jamestown Police Department. Parents will learn how to teach children to stay safe and prevent common summertime injuries. The library is located at 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. For information, call 484-7135.
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Thrift Store In Need Of Items
The Community Outreach Center Thrift Store is in need of gently used clothing and household goods. All proceeds from the sale of these goods benefit local charities. The thrift store is located on the third floor of the First Lutheran Church, corner of Chandler and Center streets. Store hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Alumni Reunion Banquet Planned
The Panama Central School alumni reunion banquet, hosted by the PCS Alumni Committee, will be held in the Rowdy Rooster Restaurant, Panama, at the four corners, on Saturday. Registration begins at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Roe Anne Faulkner at 782-3060.
Special Concert Set For Sunday
St. James R.C. Church Music Ministry will be presenting a special concert on Sunday at 3 p.m. in the church located at 27 Allen St., Jamestown. The choir, folk group, and chimes choir, along with guest performers, Kiana Vullo on piano, and Marissa Skinner on flute, will provide special music. Come and join us for an afternoon of sacred and secular musical selections. The concert is free, however, a free-will offering will be taken up to support church groups.
Garage Sale Set For June 27-28
The Jamestown Branch of the American Association of University Women will hold a garage sale on Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at 186 Hallock St. (corner of Ellis Street), Jamestown. Items such as books, pictures, dishes, household items and many other things will be available for sale. The proceeds from the sale will go toward the AAUW Educational Opportunities Fund.
Youth Group To Lead Service
The Alliance Youth group will be leading the 10:30 a.m. worship service at the Jamestown Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, located on the corner of West Third Street and Lakin Avenue on Sunday. The service will include a presentation by Joella (Eppehimer) and Eric Liddle concerning their upcoming two-year ministry with Wycliffe in Papua New Guinea. The public is welcome to attend the service.
Cornell Board
To Meet Monday
The June Board of Directors meeting for Cornell Cooperative Extension will be held on Monday at 7 p.m. at the Agricultural Center, 3542 Turner Road, Jamestown. The public is welcome to attend. If anyone has questions, call Laurie Livingston at 664-9502, ext. 201.
TOPS Members Weigh In
Thirty TOPS NY 721 Jamestown members weighed in recently and Cathy Bossler was named KOPS best loser. Imogene Truax received free dues. Prise winners were Lillian Brown and Stephany Williams. Karen Ray won the grab bag and Robin Brown, the punch card. Chapter weigh in is each Thursday in the Kidder United Methodist Church, corner of South Main and Cole, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., followed by a meeting. For more information, call 763-4626.
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TOPS NY 721 Holds Meeting
Twenty-seven TOPS NY 721 Jamestown members met recently. Karen Ray was TOPS best loser. Pat Smith received free dues. Steve Crawford was a prize winner. Contest winners were Imogene Truax, grab bag; Carol Kirkpatrick, workers; Mary Lou Lawson, monthly; Madeline De Marco, Mary Moore, Ms. Ray and Jackie Anderson, punch card. Kirkpatrick spoke on food, good and bad, for our bodies. A program was also given on different types of exercise. The thought was that the slowest way to lose weight is to doubt yourself before you even try. Chapter weigh-in is in the Kidder United Methodist Church, corner of South Main Street and Cole Avenue each Thursday, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. For more information, call 763-4626.
Club Plans Annual Sale
Eastside Fellowship Club’s annual garage sale will be held Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be many items to choose from, along with a bake sale. The sale will be held at 322 Woodlawn Ave.
WCA’s Pink The Park Is Friday
WCA Hospital and the Jamestown Jammers will team up for Pink the Park on Friday at Diethrick Park. Gates will open at 6 p.m. with first pitch set for 7:05 p.m. The Jammers will take on the State College Spikes and the night will include a special on-field tribute to breast cancer survivors before the game, a basket giveaway and a 50/50 drawing. Proceeds will benefit breast cancer care at WCA Hospital. Tickets are available at the Jammers box office or 664-0915.
Church To Host Dinner
CHERRY CREEK – The Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church on Main Street in Cherry Creek will have a Swiss steak dinner on Saturday starting at 4:30 p.m. A donation of $10 for adults and $6 for children includes homemade desserts and beverage.
Rap Group To Meet Saturday
Is there an upside to living with Multiple Sclerosis? Come to the Chautauqua Regional Multiple Sclerosis rap group on Saturday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Jones Hill Memorial Rehabilitation Center, first floor, 51 Glasgow Ave., Jamestown. This semi-structured support group has the goal of being both informative and fun. Snacks will be provided. The meeting is open to patients, family and friends. For more information or directions, or for peer support, contact Debbie Lane at 962-9401 or Allen Wilcox, 664-6434.
‘Angel Gown’ Sewing Day Set
SINCLAIRVILLE – A Saturday event dedicated to the sewing of “angel gowns” from used wedding dresses, prom dresses and evening gowns will take place at Park United Methodist Church in Sinclairville from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, or to register for participation in the event, contact Julie Ambrose at julieambrose29@yahoo.com, or search for “NICU Angel Gown Event” on Facebook.
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Users Can Call Narcotics Helpline
Narcotics Anonymous can help people who have a drug problem. The Chautauqua Area Service Committee 24-hour helpline is available for those needing assistance by calling 240-5983 or email www.nawny.org. Narcotics Anonymous is a non-profit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem. It consists of recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean and it is a program of complete abstinence from all drugs. There is only one requirement for membership, the desire to stop using and those who keep coming to the meetings on a regular basis have stayed clean.
Underground RR Focus Of Talk
MACHIAS – On Saturday, the Cattaraugus County Museum’s Cultural Series of programming will continue as archivist Karen Livsey will be on hand to give a talk on the Underground Railroad and its impact on our region, with an emphasis on Chautauqua County. Livsey, the archivist at the Fenton History Center in Jamestown, is a native of Chautauqua County who studied at JCC and SUNY Albany, where she received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Having been involved in genealogical research for over 40 years, it was this pursuit that led her to an interest in the history of the Underground Railroad and its local ties. The program will take place at 1 p.m. and is free and open to the public. The Cattaraugus County Museum is located in the Stone House, 9824 Route 16, Machias. Call 353-8200 with any questions.
Ripley BOE To Meet Thursday
RIPLEY – A regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Ripley Central School District will be held on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., in the Elementary Library, of the Ripley Central School, for the purpose of any and all items that come before the board.
Season Preview To Air Saturday
Peter Hall welcomes members of the Chautauqua Institution earlier this spring to share the exciting plans for the 2014 season. Stimulating events fill the schedule all summer long with classes, lectures, entertainment, and recreation for the entire family. Produced by PBS affiliate WNED in Buffalo, “Chautauqua 2014 Season Preview” will air on Access Channel 5 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. each day beginning on Saturday with the last airing on June 27. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas.
Show To Follow Arts Students
“Chautauqua: Charting a Life in the Arts” follows four students from Chautauqua Institution Schools of Fine and Performing Arts through their auditions, practices and performances during the summer of 2013. The story focuses on violinist Ade Williams, singer Jean-Michel Richer, and sibling dancers Colby and Christina Clark as they sharpen their already impressive skills with world-renowned masters at the state-of-the-art facility. Produced by PBS affiliate WQED in Pittsburgh, the program will air on Access Channel 5 at 3 and 9 p.m. each day beginning on Saturday with the last airing on June 27. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas.
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Weekly Bike
Rides Continue
The Northern Allegheny Mountain Bike Association continues to host weekly beginner mountain bike rides. Riders will meet at Chapman State Park at 6 p.m. in the sled riding hill parking lot. These rides will be held every Monday through the riding season. For more information call Brad Wilcox at 814-688-0531.
Zoomobile To Return Saturday
DUNKIRK – The Buffalo Zoomobile will return to the Great Lakes Festival again this year. The festival will be held at Memorial Park in Dunkirk from 11a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. The Zoomobile was a popular exhibit at last years festival. This year’s exhibit will feature an assortment of live animals, both domestic and wild. Visitors will also see and interact with biofacts such as pelts, bones and other items representative of the animal kingdom. The mission of the Buffalo Zoomobile is to educate all audiences about nature and conservation using live animals and biofacts. They offer a wide variety of programs, both lecture and informal, to educate and inspire. The Zoomobile programs are available to classrooms, daycares, summer camps, senior homes, and clubs, as well as large public events like the Great Lakes Experience Festival.
Auto Club To
Meet Wednesday
The Chautauqua Lake Region Antique Automobile Club will meet in the Fluvanna War Vets on Wednesday at the new time of 7 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend. The club is open to anyone interested in antique and classic automobiles. For more information, call Al Oag at 483-6287.
Monthly Movie Set For Wednesday
FREWSBURG – Myers Memorial Library’s monthly movie, Mary Poppins, will be shown Wednesday at 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Mary Poppins stars Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke and is rated G. All movies are sponsored by Frewsburg Pharmacy “We Care About You.” The library is located at the corner of Ivory and Falconer streets. For more information, please call the library at 569-5515.
Seniors Group To Meet Wednesday
Celoron-West Ellicott Seniors will meet in the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club pavilion on Wednesday at noon. Members attending should take a tureen to share, their table service and a beverage. Current officers will serve. Other future events include a boat ride on the Summer Wind on June 25; for reservations, contact Beverly Lindstrom; and a cookout will be in the Legion park on July 16 at noon. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided. Those attending should take a beverage. Tickets are available for a county picnic in Midway Park on Friday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a summer chicken barbecue will be held on Aug. 20 in the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club.
Trail Maintenance Set For Wednesday
On Wednesday, the Allegheny Outdoor Club will be doing trail maintenance on the North Warren Bike Path. Participants will meet on the trail at the bridge over Jackson Run at 9:30 a.m. The rain date is Thursday. For more information call Earl Ross at 814-726-3920. Also on Wednesday, the AOC will ride bikes in the Frewsburg area. Participants will meet at the Dinner Bell restaurant in Frewsburg at 5:30 p.m. then ride to Hartson Road and back. For more information call Pat Spicer at 814-757-8331.
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SCOPE To
Meet Tuesday
MAYVILLE – Shooters Committee on Political Education will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the VFW Post, 10 Memorial Drive, Mayville. Featured speaker will be Russell Payne, Republican candidate running for the office of Chautauqua County Sheriff. Payne, who served in the U.S. Air Force, has extensive experience in law enforcement, as well as many additional work experiences. SCOPE also announces a tri-county event to be held Aug. 16 by Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany counties. It will feature Rob Astorino, Republican candidate for governor, and Chris Moss, Astorino’s running mate. Time and place will be announced at a later date. SCOPE meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month. The public is invited to attend.
Empire State To Hold Session
State University of New York Empire State College will hold a public information session about its associate and bachelor’s degree programs at its Jamestown location, Community Services Center, Jamestown Community College, Jamestown on Wednesday at 4 p.m. For more information, all 338-1370.
SWCS Class Of ’74 To Reunite
LAKEWOOD – The Southwestern High School class of 1974 will hold its 40th reunion on Saturday, July 26, at 6 p.m. at the Maplehurst Country Club on Big Tree Road in Lakewood. Reservations are requested by June 18 and can be made by calling Nanner 969-0110 or by visiting the reunion website at swcs1974.weebly.com. Other activities are being planned for the weekend. Check the website for details. The class has been unable to find contact information for the following classmates: Allen Russell, Arthur/Everett Russell, Betty Sargent Moses, Carol LaMarca, Christina Lambros Hofner, Darlyn Williams, David Cederquist, David Pietrack, David Sitterly, Debora LeRoy, Glenda White, Gretchen Minton, John Ruggiero, Judy Carlson, Keith Brljevich, Lance Johnson, Lou Ann Lund, Marilyn Coleman Funk, Richard Wawro, Robert Paganello, Sandor Ferringer, Scott McFadden, Sue Koterass, Susan Carlson Lantz and Tim Klenck. If you have information, contact Nanner or use the contact form on the website to send an email.
Poland Seniors To Meet June 18
KENNEDY – Town of Poland Senior Citizens will meet for a potluck lunch in the Kennedy Fire Hall on Wednesday at noon. Members attending should take a dish to pass and their table service. Walt and Julie Heilman, Karen and Terry Lincoln will be the committee. Gordon and Mary Carlberg will provide a musical program. All seniors are welcome to attend.
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Studley Joins ERA Team VP
LAKEWOOD – ERA Team VP Real Estate recently announced the addition of Tonya Studley to its team of real estate sales professionals serving consumers in both Chautauqua and Cattaraugus counties.
Studley joins ERA Team VP with three years of real estate sales experience. Living in Randolph, Studley represents herself as “Randolph’s Local Realtor” and has the unique opportunity to be a member of both the Chautauqua County Board of Realtors and the Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors. This dual membership allows her to serve customers in both Chautauqua and Cattaraugus counties and focus her efforts in ERA Team VP’s offices in Lakewood and Ellicottville. Studley and her two children are very active in the Randolph school and sporting community.
“In today’s market, growth is the only option, and attracting top talent is a surefire way to achieve that goal,” said Bill Soffel, broker/owner. “We are thrilled to have a professional of Tonya’s caliber join our firm.”
“Unwavering commitment to clients has been critical to my success, and ERA Team VP’s culture of collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing combined with its reputation for superior service will not only enhance my career, it will enhance the experience of my clients as well,” Studley said.
As a licensed real estate salesperson with ERA Team VP Real Estate, Studley will be able to offer homebuyers and sellers a wide variety of innovative and market-relevant products and services such as Text ERA, the ERA Sellers Security Plan and the ERA Gold Star Property program as well as robust online marketing programs, extensive listing distribution partners, and related services including home warranty.
For more information about ERA Team VP Real Estate and the real estate market in the Southern Tier of Western New York visit www.erateamvp.com. Call Studley at 474-8380 or one of the main office locations: 763-2600 in Lakewood; 699-4800 in Ellicottville; 789-2600 in Chautauqua; 585-968-2113 in Cuba; 672-7990 in Fredonia.
SUNY Maritime Hires SWCS Grad
Nicole Pearson, a 2008 graduate of Southwestern Central School, daughter of J.T. Pearson and granddaughter of Jon and Jean Pearson of Lakewood, having completed a two-year employment with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, is working as an engineering instructor for her former college, SUNY Maritime, dealing with freshmen engineering students.
During their 2014 Summer Sea Term, they visited several North Atlantic countries.
On completion of her teaching duties, Nicole will be attending Roger Williams University in Rhode Island to pursue a master’s degree in architecture while working part-time with a local architecture firm.
Business Camp Set For Veterans
The Basket Company is sponsoring the Entrepreneurship Boot Camp for Veterans with Disabilities Sept. 27 through Oct. 4 at Cornell University. Scott Johnson, president of the Basket Company, will be a speaker. The boot camp is for veterans who have been injured since 2001. It is an all-expense-paid week for veterans who are serious about starting businesses in the food, beverage and restaurant business. If anyone have an interest in applying, contact Scott Johnson at 485-1226 or Kristen Ciferri at KLC43@cornell.edu.
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Cornell Co-Op
To Close Today
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County, 3542 Turner Road, Jamestown will close today at 3 p.m. for building maintenance. Offices will reopen on Monday at 8 a.m.
Knitting Guild To Meet Saturday
The Waterways Knitting Guild will meet on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Covenant Church, 520 Spring St. The meeting will be held in the lower level fellowship hall. Please enter from the Sixth Street entrance. Brenda Weiler, Chautauqua County RSVP project coordinator, will speak about the community knitting projects that RSVP volunteers complete and the need for donated yarn and knitting supplies. New members may join the Guild for just $15 per year and enjoy all the benefits of membership. The guild’s community service projects include knitting hats for soldiers, personal care bags for the Agnes Home, and hats for newborns at WCA Hospital. For more information contact Julie Fried, guild president, at 664-4777.
‘Dialogues’ To Appear On Ch. 5
“Dialogues” is the name of a half-hour television program produced by Mark Kiyak from SUNY Fredonia. The next program will feature guest Steve and Julie Rockcastle. Rockcastles are the organizers of the Great Blue Heron Music Festival. This is the 23rd year of the festival held in Sherman and some of the topics covered include the history of the fest, what activities there are for adults as well as children, who’s performing this year, and how to help through volunteering. The program will air on Access Channel 5 at 1:25 and 7:25 p.m. each day beginning Saturday, with the last airing on June 20. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas.
St. Susan Center Needs Volunteers
The St. Susan Center is in need of volunteers each Sunday during the summer to help prepare and serve meals, bus tables and wash dishes. Interested persons are asked to consider volunteering for one summer Sunday from 1-4 p.m. For more information, contact Woody Howland at the St. Susan Center, 664-2253. In July and August of 2013, the center provided 7,759 meals to children.
Health Care Talk To Air On Ch. 5
Christine K. Cassel’s Chautauqua lecture “Inocation in Achieving Affordable Care” will be shown on Access Channel 5. The program will air at 3 and 9 p.m. each day beginning Saturday, with the last airing on June 20. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas.
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Swiss Steak Dinner Set For Saturday
The North Harmony United Methodist Church, 6814 Sherman-Stedman Road, Sherman will hold a Swiss steak dinner on Saturday from 4:30-6:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Proceeds will benefit local charities.
Bluegrass Jam Tonight In Lakewood
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood American Legion Post 1286 will have a bluegrass jam from 7-10 p.m. tonight. The kitchen will be open from 6-9 p.m. All members and guests are welcome. Those attending are asked to sign in.
Library Book Sale Begins Friday
RANDOLPH – The annual Randolph Library book sale will be held on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The library is located at 26 Jamestown St. in Randolph.
Thule Lodge To Hold Breakfast
BEMUS POINT – The Thule Lodge, located at 4123 Pancake Hill Road, will hold its famous herring breakfast on Father’s Day, Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For those who want a second choice breakfast, a ham and egg breakfast will be served as well. Those who wish to have the herring breakfast must call 664-6702 by Friday to reserve the herring. The breakfast is open to everyone, and everyone is welcome. Thule Lodge is the Swedish organization which is preserving Swedish Heritage through events and activities. New members are always welcome.
Rodeo Seniors To Meet Friday
GERRY – The Rodeo City Senior Citizens will meet on Friday at noon in the Gerry United Methodist Church for a luncheon and program. All those attending are asked to bring a dish of food to pass to add to the meal, and their own table service. The program will feature guest speaker Jack T. Ericson from Westfield on the history of Abner Dingley, a Gerry resident in the 1800s. All are welcome to attend, and new members are always welcome.
Historical Society Welcomes Public
BEMUS POINT – The Bemus Point Historical Society will hold a public open house on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the society’s museum on Alburtus Avenue in Bemus Point. Stop in and explore all of the offerings and resources regarding local history available for review. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Pancake Meal Set For Saturday
RANDOLPH – A pancake breakfast will be held Saturday from 7:30-10:30 a.m. at the Randolph Fire Hall. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice will be served. The breakfast is sponsored by the Randolph Masonic Lodge. The cost is $7 for adults, and $4 for children 5-11. Proceeds benefit the Randolph Masonic Lodge Scholarship and Community Fund.
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Bridge League Names Winners
Lana Creal and Bill Tordella finished in first place at the regular weekly game of the Jamestown Area Bridge League on June 5. Peggy and Bill Blackburn took second place, with Pat Fincher and Bill Kuppinger third, Candy Larson and Shelley Dahlie fourth. On May 29, the Blackburns took first place while Bill Everts and Barb Schuckers finished second. Fincher and Kuppinger were third, Larson and Dahlie fourth. The league plays on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Comfort Today, 17 Gifford Ave., West Ellicott. There is ample parking in the Tanglewood lot across the street. The league is ACBL sanctioned and points awarded, but ACBL membership is not required. All bridge players are welcome. For more information, phone 386-2301.
All Member Lunch Is Friday
The St. Dominic Altar and Rosary Society will meet for an all member lunch on Friday in Meeder’s Restaurant, Ripley at 12:30 p.m. Sign up sheets are posted at each site. The society met May 9 in the Westfield site following a recent morning Mass. Discussion was on the salad lunch. New officers were installed at Mass on May 21. They are Anna Marie June, president; Jean Tate, vice president; Mary Ann Ellington, secretary and Sharon Foster, treasurer.
Panama UPK Sign-Up Tonight
PANAMA – Panama Central School will hold its Universal Pre-Kindergarten Registration tonight. Any child living in the Panama district who will be 4 years old by Dec. 1, 2014, is eligible to attend the UPK Program. Call the UPK-6 Office at 782-4414 if you have any questions.
Outdoor Club To Plan Thursday
On Thursday, the Allegheny Outdoor Club will hold its quarterly planning meeting at the home of Debra and John Young, 1588 Townline Road, Russell, Pa., at 5:30 p.m. This will be an outdoor picnic with hot dogs provided. Participants should bring a dish to pass. Events for July, August and September will be planned. For more information, call Debra at 814-730-8388. If you would like to lead an event but cannot attend email your event to john.young@eaglezip.net. On Friday, the AOC will have a cookout and paddle under the full moon at Chapman Dam. Participants should bring their own picnic dinner and their canoe or kayak, personal flotation device and craft registration, and meet at the boat launch at 6 p.m. For more information call Dennis Anderson at 969-9772.
After-Prom Group To Meet Tonight
FALCONER – The Falconer After-Prom Committee will be holding a special meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the eighth-grade project room. This is to discuss this year’s after-prom party and to look forward to next year. Anyone who has a child in the high school is welcome to attend. If you are unable to attend and would like to bring something forward you can contact Rosie Digirolamo at 665-6624.
Rummage Sale Begins Friday
The Fluvanna Community Church will host a rummage sale and bake sale Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The sales will raise money for flooring in the new building.
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Pepsi To Hold Blood Drive Today
The Community Blood Bank is giving all donors this week a chance to win a pair of tickets to see Jason Aldean’s “Burn It Down” tour, featuring Miranda Lambert, Florida Georgia Line and Tyler Farr, on Saturday, July 26 at PNC Park. A drive will be held at Pepsi Bottling, 2224 Washington St., Jamestown on Wednesday, June 11 from 1-6 p.m. for your chance to attend this country concert. All donors will receive a case of a Pepsi product plus other giveaways. To donate blood, donors must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with a signed Community Blood Bank parental consent form available at www.fourhearts.org; donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, and in general good health. Photo ID is required to donate.
Blood Pressure Screenings Today
Myers Memorial Library, corner of Ivory and Falconer streets, Frewsburg, will hold its monthly blood pressure screening on Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the library community room. No appointment necessary. For more information, call the library at 569-5515.
Ellery?Seniors
To Meet Friday
BEMUS POINT – The Ellery Senior Citizens met recently at St. Timothy Lutheran Church. Bob Garretson led the flag salute and Betty Lou Cheney led devotions and shared several beautiful poems about mothers. Jeanne Rhinehart returned from Florida and Donald Bauer was welcomed as a new member. A Mothers/Fathers Day banquet was catered by Debbie Stearns of Classic Occasions. Serving on the committee were Joyce and Jeanne Rhinehart and Moe Stowell. Mary and Gordy Carlberg entertained the group with their music and comedy. Next month’s meeting will again be at St. Timothy Church on Friday, June 13, at noon, and Rick Rupprecht from the Jamestown Audubon Society will be the guest speaker. The committee will be Carolyn Wickerham, MajBritt Traynor and Avis West and members are reminded to bring a tureen dish to pass.
TOPS Members Weigh In
Twenty-seven TOPS NY 721 Jamestown members weighed in at a recent meeting. Best losers were Gail Ann Crawford, who received free dues, and Imogene Truax. Cathy Bossler achieved TOPS status. Julie Davis and Lillian Bowan won the punch card. Future events include SRD, June 12-14; picnic in the Rod and Gun Club, Aug. 14; and the fall rally on 4 fall rally in the Busti Church of God. The thought was that food is not the ”boss” in your life. You are stronger than the temptation of any food. Chapter weigh in is each Thursday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., in the Kidder United Methodist Church, corner of South Main Street and Cole Avenue, followed by a meeting.
Frewsburg?BOE To Meet?Thursday
The Frewsburg Central School will conduct their June 2014 Board Meeting on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Middle/High School Library. The public is welcome to attend.
Father’s Day
Raffle Ends Soon
The Cassadaga Branch of the Mary E. Seymour Memorial Library is sponsoring a Father’s Day Raffle to be drawn on June 13. Chances on a Sears Craftsman “Weedwacker” gas powered grass trimmer are available at the Cassadaga Branch Library for $1 each or six for $5. All proceeds will benefit the library’s children’s programing. Call for further information and library hours: 595-3822.
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Father’s Day Giveaway Set
CASSADAGA – The Cassadaga Branch of the Mary E. Seymour Memorial Library is sponsoring a Father’s Day giveaway to be drawn on Friday. Chances on a Sears Craftsman “weedwacker” gas-powered grass trimmer are available at the Cassadaga Branch Library for $1 each or six for $5. All proceeds will benefit the library’s children’s programing. Call 595-3822 for further information and library hours.
Rotary Plans Networking Event
Jamestown Noon Rotary Club invites area residents to a mixer and networking party from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Brazil Craft Beer and Wine Lounge, 10 E. Fourth St., Jamestown. The event will provide a time of networking and learning more about Jamestown’s Rotary clubs. Light appetizers will be available free-of-charge, with a cash bar. Pre-registration is encouraged at www.jamestownrotary.org. For further information, contact Lisa Yaggie at 763-4944 or Lisa Goodell at 665-0786.
Falconer Changes Garbage Pickup
FALCONER – The village of Falconer will only be picking up solid waste and recyclables one day per week on Tuesdays. There will no longer be any Wednesday pickup. All residents are encouraged to have their solid waste and recyclables out by 6 a.m. Tuesdays. Any questions contact Sam Ognibene at 665-3000.
PVCS Names Wall Honorees
SOUTH DAYTON – The Pine Valley Central School District Wall of Fame Committee recently announced this year’s inductees are Thomas Allnatt (Class of 1974) and Kyle Sticek (’91). The purpose of this program is to honor graduates from Pine Valley Central School, living or deceased, who have distinguished themselves in a specific field of endeavor, in civic affairs, in humanitarian affairs, or in activities which merit special recognition. A buffet-style brunch is being held in their honor on Sunday, June 29 at 11 a.m. in the Pine Valley Jr./Sr. High School Library. Tickets will be available for purchase for $15 each in the Superintendent’s office through Monday, June 16. Please call 988-3293, ext. 3307 if you have questions.
Clerk’s Office Closed Tuesday
ELLINGTON – The Ellington Town Clerk’s office will be closed on Tuesday so the clerks may attend educational classes.
JPS Board To Meet Tuesday
The Jamestown Public Schools Board of Education will meet on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the board room at 197 Martin Road. The public is invited to attend.
Sinclairville Seniors To Meet
SINCLAIRVILLE – The Sinclairville Senior Citizens will meet on Tuesday at noon in the Sinclairville Firehall dining room for a luncheon and program. All those attending are asked to bring a dish of food to pass and their own table service. The table decorations will be a patriotic theme. Following the luncheon, a musical medley will be presented by Paul and Arlene Kimble. New members are always welcome.
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Website Classes Begin Thursday
LITTLE VALLEY – In a technologically advanced world, even the smallest business can get more customers with a website. A new offering in Cattaraugus County will help businesses learn how to capitalize on the Web.
Building a website used to be thought of as the domain of the guys wearing the thick glasses and pocket protectors. Advances in technology have made the days of writing line after line of code a thing of the past. Now, with some of the sites on the Internet, all you have to do is drag and drop.
The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development is offering a three-class series to help small businesses and nonprofits learn how to make the site they need to drive traffic to their businesses. On June 12, June 19 and June 26, from 6-9 p.m., at the Little Valley County Center, classes will be offered. There is no registration fee, but the cost of a domain will be charged, once the site is up.
For more information, or to sign up for the course, go to ccbizhelp.com/events/website-workshops-businesses-and-other-organizations-132, or contact Deb Miller at 938-2318, or deborahmiller@cattco.org.
Sage Rutty & Co. Adds City Native
Sage Rutty & Co. Inc. in Rochester recently announced the addition of Aaron Young, a Jamestown native, as client services coordinator.
Young brings several years of client service experience to the team.
He graduated magna cum laude from SUNY Geneseo with a bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Young works to maintain and improve client relationships. He holds licenses with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and currently resides in Brighton.
National Grid Receives Honor
National Grid has been honored by the Tree Line USA program of The Arbor Day Foundation for the 15th year in a row. National Grid, doing business in Massachusetts, New York and Rhode Island, was recognized for its non-stop commitment to proper tree pruning, planting and care in their service areas for more than a decade.
“Trees can be personal and very important parts of our customers’ lives so we set a very high standard for our forestry practices,” said Cheri Warren, National Grid vice president of asset management. “The Tree Line award is a great honor, as it speaks to the dedication of the people who do this important work.”
National Grid received the Tree Line USA award by meeting the five program standards for proper tree care: annual worker training sessions, tree-planting, public education programs, maintenance of a tree-based energy conservation program and participation in an Arbor Day celebration.
The Arbor Day Foundation collaborates with the National Association of State Foresters on the Tree Line USA initiative that recognizes public and private utilities that have practices that protect and enhance America’s urban forests.
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Race Track To
Be Remembered
A replica of an old stock car, display and talk on how the Pennyroyal Race Track began will be held at the Leon Historical Museum on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., hosted by Fred and Freda Milliman. Amish baked goods will also be sold. The English Willow Creek Quilters will demonstrate Amish quilting on June 28 in the Historical Church and an Amish craft show will be featured. Refreshments will be available. For more information, contact the town historian at 296-5709 or email brompl@lanetv.com. The museum is open each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
St. Luke’s Picnic Set For Sunday
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church annual parish worship and picnic will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday in Camp Onyahsa, Route 430, Dewittville. A potluck lunch will follow. No 10 a.m. service will be held at the church. Lake activities will also be available following lunch. Parishioners attending should take their table service, including paper plates; a blanket or lawn chairs for sitting outside; swimwear, towels and water shoes; a dish to pass of salad, side, snacks or desserts. Hot dogs, buns and condiments will be provided; hot charcoal will be available for those wanting something else. Punch and coffee will be available.
‘Angel Gown’ Event June 21
A sewing event will take place at Park United Methodist Church in Sinclairville from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, for the purpose of making “angel gowns” to send to grieving parents who have lost an infant at the hospital. If interested, or for more information, contact Julie Ambrose at julieambrose29@yahoo.com.
‘Paws For A Cause’ Sunday
The ‘Paws For A Cause’ Walk will be held Sunday at Sam’s Club in Jamestown. Activities planned include: a doggie swimming area, treat station, mutt putt, doggie selfies and more. A basket fair for people and puppies will also be held. Doggie baked goods and hot dogs will be sold. Registration begins at 11 with the walk starting at 11:30 a.m. All proceeds will benefit Buffalo Children’s Hospital.
Falconer Farmers’ Market Saturday
FALCONER – The Village of Falconer’s farmers market will open its season Saturday. The market will take place very Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through the end of October. The market is located in Davis Park on Main Street across from the community building and the library. The market offers fruit, vegetables, baked goods, chicken, pork and beef products, and more. There will also be flowers, crafts and seasonal products. For more information, contact DeEtte Dispenza, market manager, at 665-2050.
Clymer Board
To Meet?Monday
CLYMER – A regular meeting of the Clymer Central School Board of Education will be held Monday at 4 p.m. in the high school library.
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Story Hour
Set For June
ELLINGTON – For the month of June, the Farman Free Library will be having a dairy-related story hour every Saturday except for June 14. Each story hour will be held at noon. The story hours will also feature dairy treats.
SAR To
Meet Saturday
The Sons of the American Revolution will meet on Saturday in the Chatterbox Restaurant, Fluvanna Avenue Extension, Greenhurst, at 10 a.m. Steve Booth, president, will speak on a family visit to Castillo de San Marcos, St. Augustine, Fla. Booth presided at a recent meeting and spoke on the Battle of Saratoga, emphasizing the history of Jane McCrea, the fiancee of a loyalist officer serving with Johnny Burgoyne, a general in the British army, who was presumably killed by Indians escorting her and other civilians to the British encampment prior to a battle in 1777. Members of SAR can trace their ancestry back to a Revolutionary War soldier or militiaman. For more information, call Booth at 574-7995. The Chatterbox Restaurant accepts only cash or checks for payment.
Classical Music Concert Planned
Cody Hiller, violinist, and Brad Stone, guitarist, will play a classical music concert Friday at 7 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church, 109 W. Third Ave., Warren, Pa., and Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Christ First United Methodist Church, 663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown. Music will consist of works by Paganini, Piazzolla and more. The concerts are free and open to the public, however donations are appreciated.
Alzheimer’s
Assn. To Meet
The Alzheimer’s Association monthly Caregiver Support Group will meet on Tuesday from 1-2:30 p.m. in the second-floor conference room at the JAMA Building, 15 S. Main St., in Jamestown. An evening monthly caregiver support group will meet on Thursday, June 19, from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Fluvanna Community Church on Fluvanna Avenue Extension. The groups are for anyone who is caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related diagnoses. The groups are facilitated by Maggie Irwin, LMSW. For more information, call 483-5448.
Bake Sale Set For Saturday
Emmanuel Baptist Church’s youth group will be holding a bake sale fundraiser Saturday from 10 a.m. until items are sold out to help pay for a field trip to Albany. The sale will be held at two locations: 36 W. 10th St., and 17 Valley St.
Frantz Benefit Set For Saturday
A benefit for Don Frantz will be held on Saturday, from 1-7 p.m. at Lakewood American Legion Post 1286 at 174 Chautauqua Ave., Lakewood. A spaghetti dinner will be served and a Chinese auction will be held. Music will be provided by Mark Mincarelli, DJ’s Unlimited, Gregory C. Ford and The Geezers.
Lectures To Air On Channel 5
Steven J. Corwin’s Tuesday morning Chautauqua lecture will be shown on Access Channel 5. The program will air at 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. each day beginning on Saturday with the last airing on June 13. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas.
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Carroll Offices Closed Today
CARROLL – The town of Carroll clerk’s office will be closed today. The Board of Assessment Review will take place as scheduled.
Bluegrass Jam Set For Thursday
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will be hosting a bluegrass jam on Thursday from 7-10 p.m. The kitchen will be open from 6-9 p.m. serving specials and the regular menu. All members and guests are welcome; please sign in.
Walking Tours Continue Thursday
Mayor Sam Teresi will hold the next in his series of neighborhood walking tours on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This tour will cover Lakeview Avenue between Buffalo Street and Newton Avenue. The door-to-door visit will provide residents with a unique opportunity to express comments or concerns in a one-on-one environment with the mayor.
JPS Board To Meet Thursday
The Jamestown Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday in the board room at 197 Martin Road for a special meeting. There will only be one personnel item on the agenda.
Beekeepers To Meet Thursday
The Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association will be meeting on Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Ag Center, 3542 Turner Road, Jamestown. Topics will include: supering for honey, mite monitoring and management, the annual picnic, recent events, and questions and answers.
Thule Lodge
To Hold Dinner
BEMUS POINT – The Thule Lodge will hold a dinner Friday from 5-7 p.m. at their lodge located at 4123 Pancake Hill Road. There will be two choices, a fish dinner or a second choice of roast pork and stuffing. All dinners are open to everyone, and everyone. Thule Lodge serves to preserve the Swedish heritage through events and activities. New members are always welcome.
City Streets
To Be Closed
Due to Street Jam 2014, the following streets will be closed from 8 a.m. Friday to 9 p.m. Sunday: West Second Street closed from Jefferson Street to Washington Street; West Third Street closed from Monroe Street to Washington Street; and Lafayette Street closed between Second- and Third streets.
Annual Indoor Yard Sale Set
DEWITTVILLE – The annual Indoor Yard Sale & Bake Sale will be held at Dewittville-Hartfield United Methodist Church on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. The church is on Route 430 at Meadows Road in Dewittville.
Rod And Gun
To Meet Monday
The Lakewood Rod and Gun auxiliary board will meet on Monday at 6:30 p.m. The auxiliary annual summer picnic will be on Monday at 6 p.m. Officers will be helpers and greeters. Volunteers are needed to help with the summer activities sign-up sheets and to distribute membership cards.
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Five Women To Be Recognized
The YWCA has selected five women to be recognized as Women of Achievement for 2014. They are: Debra Eck – Arts/Culture, Dr. Lynn Dunham – Science/Technology, Rosie Digirolamo – Unsung Hero, Lexy Baglia – Leader of the Future and Melody Peach – Education/Training/Professional Development. The women will be recognized Tuesday, June 10, at Moonbrook Country Club, 2879 N. Main St. Extension in Jamestown. Appetizers will be served at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. The cost for dinner is $30 and the meal choices are: stuffed chicken, eggplant parmesan, panko breaded Icelandic haddock and prime rib. Reservations can be made by calling 488-2237. RSVP deadline is June 3.
Historical Society To Meet June 3
SINCLAIRVILLE – The next regular meeting of the Valley Historical Society will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the museum at the corner of Lestor and Main streets, Sinclairville. Catherine McAllister, director of Empire State College, will present a program on the Brotherhood of New Life, a religious organization based in Portland in the 19th century.
Study Club To Meet Wednesday
The Antique Women’s Study Club will meet on Wednesday in the Lakewood Rec Center at noon, hosted by Nancy Shelters, Verna Krudys, Irene Berg and Madelyn Wellington. Members attending should take a dish to pass and their table service. On May 7, 30 people toured the Pergolo Conservatory Carriage House and the Eleanor and Wilson Greenbatch Pavilion adjacent to the Martin Complex in Buffalo, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The group also attended lunch and visited antique shops. Mary Fafinski gave a presentation on her antique buttons at the April 2 meeting. Yvonne Lee spoke on the May 7 trip to Buffalo.
Tureen To Be Held Wednesday
The Marco Polo Auxiliary will hold a Father’s Day tureen on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Ruth Boscia and Sandy Cusimano are hostesses. Members attending should take a dish to pass. Discussion will be on where the picnic in August will be held. Norma Gagliano, Mickey Pappalardo and Lois Butcher were chairwomen of a recent ice cream social. Mary Racitano, president, led in prayer and a flag salute and also thanked the refreshment committee. Reports by Frances Lunetta, secretary and Dorothy Galati, treasurer, were given. Celebrating birthdays were Lois Butcher and Eleanor Mira. A mother/daughter banquet was held in LaScala’s restaurant. Members will continue to bake for the dinners which are held each month. No meetings will be held in July and August.
Veterans Affairs To Be Discussed
Steve McCord, Cattaraugus County director of veterans services, will be available to discuss veterans affairs outside of his regular office hours Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Gowanda American Legion Post and Wednesday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Randolph American Legion Post. McCord is also available Thursday afternoons from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Little Valley county office building.