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Street Closure Announced
Jeffrey Lehman, P.E., director of Public Works for the city of Jamestown, announced that East Third Street from Pine Street to North Main Street will be closed to traffic Monday from approximately 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to facilitate delivery of equipment for repairs to The Signature Center. Motorists must use alternate routes of travel.
Thrift Shop Adds Brand-Name Items
St. Luke’s Thrift Shop, 409 Pine St., between East Fourth and East Fifth streets, Jamestown has added brand-name clothing, purses by Coach, Tignanelo, Hobo International and Vera Bradley and shoes by Michael Kors; Brazil’s Zuka brand and Sundance International. These items retail at much higher prices elsewhere than at the Thrift Shop. The shop is open for sales and receiving on Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Receiving only is on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon. The all-volunteer staff includes many from RSVP. Off-street parking is available in the church lot off East Fifth Street. For more information, call the church office at 483-6405.
Bariatric Support Group To Meet
The Jamestown Bariatric Support Group will meet on Monday at 6 p.m. in the James Prendergast Library Community Room, second floor, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. An elevator is available to the second floor and parking is free. The activity is ”Game Night” and an open discussion will also be held. Meetings are open to anyone who had the surgery, is in the process of having surgery, thinking of having the surgery and support members of the individual. For more information, call 244-0293 and ask for the volunteer program coordinator. Leave a message and a call will be returned as soon as possible.
Sewer District Board To Meet
MAYVILLE – The North Chautauqua Lake Sewer District Board of Directors will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday, at the Town of Chautauqua Meeting Room, 2 Academy St., Mayville.
Historical Society Sets Meeting
SINCLAIRVILLE – The next meeting of the Valley Historical Society will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the museum at the corner of Main and Lester streets, Sinclairville. Martha Woolley of Forestville will speak about the history of The Grange. Guests are always welcome.
Cemetery Assn. To Hold Meeting
AKELEY, Pa. – The spring meeting of the Hale Cemetery Association will be on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the home of Gary and Elaine North, 750 Cable Hollow Road, Akeley. Lot owners and family of those buried in the cemetery are invited to attend. For more information, call 814-757-4361.
Falconer BOE
To Meet Tuesday
FALCONER – The Falconer Central School Board will meet Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
PVCS Budget Meeting Scheduled
SOUTH DAYTON – The Pine Valley Central School Board of Education will conduct its next regular meeting on Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Board Conference Room (room 5 in the elementary school). The annual budget hearing and regular meeting will be held.
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Brush Collection Set For Saturdays
FREWSBURG- The town of Carroll will be accepting residential yard waste and brush at the old highway garage, behind the Town Hall, 5 W. Main St., Frewsburg, on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The brush collection is for Carroll residents only. Those who do not already have a brush dump permit can get one at the Carroll Town Clerk’s Office during normal business hours. No commercial loads of yard waste, trees or brush are accepted.
Rummage Sale Begins Today
EAST RANDOLPH – The East Randolph United Methodist Church is holding a rummage and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and a bag sale from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday. The church is located at 122 Church St., East Randolph.
Church Concert Set For Sunday
FREDONIA – The Fredonia First United Methodist Church will host a concert at 7 p.m. on Sunday featuring the FFUMC Chancel Choir, members of the Western New York Chamber Orchestra and soloist Dr. Angela Haas. Music will include ”Laudate Dominum” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the ”Little Organ Mass” by Franz Joseph Haydn . The concert is free, but a goodwill offering will be collected to raise money for the Hannah Hasbrouck Petersen Memorial Fund.
Karaoke Set
For Tonight
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will be hosting Jules R Us Karaoke tonight from 7-10 p.m. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and guests are welcome; please sign in.
Kindergarten
Registration Set
Jamestown Public Schools will hold a Kindergarten Registration for fall 2016 on Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the district administration offices, 197 Martin Road. The registration is only for students who are new to the Jamestown Public Schools. This registration is not for students who are currently enrolled in UPK programs at any Jamestown Public School UPK site, or at other UPK sites, including Head Start at Bush Elementary School, Holy Family, Connections South sites, A Children’s Place, YMCA Heritage House or YWCA. For those students new to the district, any child who resides in the city of Jamestown and who will be 5 on or before Dec. 1 is eligible to attend kindergarten in the district this fall. Please contact JPS’ District Central Registration Office at 483-4340 with any questions, or to schedule an appointment to register your child for kindergarten on Monday.
Water Main
Flushing Planned
WESTFIELD – Water main flushing will begin in the village of Westfield on Monday at 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., weekdays, until Friday, May 20 or until the flushing is finished. Flushing of Westfield’s water mains will begin on the west side of the village and progress to the east side from the highest point south and moving in a northerly direction. Flushing will end with the west Route 5 water district. Flushing will cause roily water. Residents should stock a supply of water for drinking and cooking before flushing begins. Care should be taken not to draw the roily water into hot water tanks, heating systems and especially clothes washers.
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Bluegrass Jam Set For Tonight
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will host a bluegrass jam tonight from 7-10. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and guests are welcome; please sign in.
Cemetery Group Meeting Set
FREWSBURG – The Fentonville Cemetery Association will hold the annual lot owners meeting on May 14 at 1 p.m. at the home of Mary L. Himes, 25 Cherry St., Frewsburg. Anyone interested in helping run the cemetery or holding certain offices is welcome to attend.
Salamanca BOE To Meet Friday
SALAMANCA – The Salamanca City Central School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the superintendent’s office. This special meeting is for the purpose of the employment history of a particular person of which the board does project to take action.
Cemetery Spring Cleanup Set
CONEWANGO – Rutledge Rural Cemetery, Conewango, will hold a spring cleanup Saturday at 10 a.m. All volunteers are appreciated.
Scouts Collecting Donations
Cub Scout Pack 115 of Jamestown will be collecting non-perishable food items for the St. Susan Center on Saturday. Donations can be dropped off to Scouts and leaders at Conduit Ministries at 120 Delaware Ave. from 1-3 p.m. Any nonperishable donations should not be outdated. The St. Susan Center is always in need of 100 percent juice, crackers and unsweetened cereal.
Ellington To Host Picnic Sunday
ELLINGTON – The Ellington Town Picnic will host a breakfast buffet Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Ellington Fire Hall. Featured items include bacon, sausage, eggs, potatoes, pancakes and french toast. The cost is $8 for adults; $4.50 for children 4-12; and under 3, free. All proceeds from the breakfast will be used toward the cost of the 104th Town Picnic to be held from Aug. 5-7.
Historical Society Begins Season
SINCLAIRVILLE – The Valley Historical Society museum in Sinclairville will open to the public for the first time this year on Sunday, May 1, from 2-5 p.m. The museum contains many artifacts of local interest and society members are anxious to show off the many improvements made to the museum over the winter. The Valley Historical Society museum building was constructed in 1845 as a store and is the oldest commercial brick building in Chautauqua County. Admission to the museum is free to the public.
County Board Of Health Meeting Set
MAYVILLE – The Chautauqua County Board of Health will hold its meeting tonight at 6 in the HRC Building, fourth floor conference room in Mayville. Anyone seeking further information or wishing to attend this meeting should call the Public Health Director’s Office at 753-4590.
Sewer Board To Meet Tuesday
CELORON – The South & Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer Districts Administrative Board will meet Tuesday at the water pollution control facility at noon.
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Ellington Church Sets Concert
ELLINGTON – The Ellington Community Church, 5009 Thornton Road, Ellington, will host a concert by Maurice Brown and ”The Mountain Railroad Band” at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Refreshments will be served following the concert. For more information, call 962-5841. The church is handicapped accessible.
Taste Of Home Cooking Show Set
The “Taste of Home Cooking School Show” will be from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday at the Jamestown Savings Bank Arena, featuring Amy Zarichnak, “Taste of Home” culinary specialist, who will share her home cooking tips and tricks while demonstrating step-by-step recipes. Every ticket holder will receive a gift bag filled with the Taste of Home Cooking School magazine, coupons and other goodies from national and local sponsors. Tickets are $11 for general admission and $20 at the door. Visit www.jamestownarena.com, call 484-2624 visit the arena box office.
Channel 5 Shows Lecture Series
Access Channel 5 is airing the 2015 Chautauqua Institution lecture series. The following lecture will start Saturday with the last airing Friday, May 6, at 12:45 and 6:45 p.m.: Constanze Stelzenmuller, “The Future of European Foreign Policy.” Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
Thule Lodge
Dinner Set
BEMUS POINT – The Thule Lodge, located at 4123 Pancake Hill Road, will hold its first Swedish dinner of the season Saturday at the lodge from 4-7 p.m. The dinner will include pea soup, ham, rotmos, korv and dessert all for $10 for an adult, and $5 for children 12 and under. Live Swedish music will be provided to celebrate Walpurgis night, which will include a bonfire. In Sweden, the bonfire is to scare away wild animals before letting the farm animals out for the season, also to clean up the farm. For reservations, call 487-1714 or 386-4417. The dinner is open to everyone.
Park Commission To Host Meeting
The Chautauqua County Parks Commission will hold its monthly meeting at Robert H. Jackson Airport in Jamestown Thursday at 4 p.m. in the conference room. The public is invited to attend.
Golf
Tournament Set
The Lakewood Fire Department will be hosting its annual golf tournament on Saturday, May 28, at South Hills Country Club. Entry forms are available at the fire department any Tuesday evening or at the Lakewood Village Hall during normal business hours. This fundraising tournament is open to the first 36 paid foursome teams. Paid entry forms should be received by May 1.
Pancake
Brunch Set
VILLENOVA – The last all-you-can-eat pancake brunch will be held Sunday at the Villenova Grange Hall, Routes 83 and 322, Balcom Corners, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The costs vary from $7-8.
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Yellow Bow
Sale Set
SHERMAN – The Stanley Hose Ladies Auxiliary in Sherman is bringing back their Yellow Bow Sale for Memorial Day. They are offering personalized yellow bows to honor military personnel, red bows to honor EMTs/firefighters or blue bows to honor law enforcement. Honorees can be living or deceased, active or retired. Bows are $3 each and proceeds benefit the Stanley Hose Ladies Auxiliary and their quest to serve the local volunteer fire department. Bows will be displayed on the fence outside the Yorker Museum from Memorial Day through Labor Day. For more information or to order a bow, call 269-4627. The deadline for personalized bow orders is May 16.
Sinclairville FD Holding BBQ
SINCLAIRVILLE – The Sinclairville Fire Department will hold its last chicken barbecue for the spring season Sunday in the Sinclairville Fire Hall dining room beginning at noon until all dinners are sold out. The Sinclairville Free Library will hold a bake sale during the barbecue also. Tickets for the dinner may be purchased at the door.
Historic Talk Scheduled
CATTARAUGUS – The Cattaraugus Historical Society will host a presentation on Dunkirk native and Civil War veteran Sarah Sinfield. The event will be held at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 28 Ellicott St., Cattaraugus, at 7 p.m. Monday. Michelle Henry, Chautauqua County historian, will deliver the presentation. All are welcome.
BOE Members To Visit Ross Grange
FALCONER – Members of the Falconer Central School Board will present the program at Ross Grange Monday at the Falcon’s Nest Banquet Hall. There will be a time for questions. A tureen dinner will be held at 6:30 p.m. with table service and beverages provided. The program and meeting will follow. Interested community members are invited to attend.
JCC Board
Sets Retreat
ELLICOTTVILLE – There will be a board meeting/board retreat of the Jamestown Community College Board of Trustees beginning at 12:30 p.m. Monday at the Holiday Valley Resort and Conference Center, Tamarack Club, Ellicottville.
Lakewood Board Holding Meeting
LAKEWOOD – Cara Birrittieri, Lakewood mayor and budget officer, has called for a special meeting and work session of the Lakewood Village Board to be held Monday at 5:30 p.m. prior to its regular meeting in the board room of the Anthony C. Caprino Municipal Building, 20 W. Summit St., Lakewood. The meeting/work session will afford Birrittieri and the board the opportunity to discuss items on the regular meeting’s agenda. The meeting/work session is open to the public.
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The Audience To Perform Saturday
The Audience will perform with Trip the Deuce on Saturday at The Wine Cellar, 309 N. Main St. Matt Baxter, lead guitarist for The Audience, said the group has been working on new material with hopes to release a third album this year. Trip the Deuce will open for The Audience, beginning at 9 p.m. There will be a $3 cover charge.
Moose
Hosting Bingo
The Jamestown Moose is hosting bingo tonight. Doors open at 5; bingo starts at 7. There will be a full kitchen. On Saturday, there will be a spring auction featuring all new merchandise. Doors open at 2. The auction starts at 3. There will be a full kitchen Saturday as well.
Gerry To Offer Bags, Gloves
GERRY – The town of Gerry encourages town residents to help clean the community in honor of Earth Day, today through Sunday. Today, garbage bags and gloves will be available at the Gerry Town Hall, 4519 Route 60, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for residents to use for trash from their property or roads within the town. They may bring the garbage to the town highway garage at the dumpster area. Call Recia Myers, town clerk, at 985-4715 with questions or for more information.
Girls’ Night
Out Event Set
SHERMAN – There will be a Girls’ Night Out Vendor Event, Saturday at the Sherman Fire Hall. Over 20 vendors will be on hand selling and demonstrating their products from 5-9:30 p.m. and admission is $3 per person at the door. This event benefits the Stanley Hose Ladies Auxiliary and their quest to serve the local volunteer fire department.
American Legion To Host Auction
CORRY, Pa. – A benefit for Roy Harley will be held Saturday at the Corry American Legion, 1460 Sciota Road. The benefit will include a sloppy joe dinner, scalloped potatoes, baked beans, dessert and more. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children. It will be held from 3-7 p.m. The purpose of the benefit is to help with ongoing medical expenses related to multiple intensive care procedures. There will be a Chinese auction and 50/50 drawings. Restaurant cards, a 19-inch color TV, wine, maple syrup, fine prints and a variety of other items will be raffled. There will be activities for children, including a puppet show. There will also be a bake sale.
‘Fresh Perspectives’ Invites Guest
Gail Erb, host of “Fresh Perspectives,” will have guest Dr. Gay Hilton, ND on her next program. The topic will be “Epigentics: The Mind Body Connection.” The show will air Saturday through Friday, April 29, at 3 and 9 p.m. each day. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman, and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
YMCA?
Hosting Kids Day
The Jamestown Area YMCA announces Healthy Kids’ Day will be held at the Jamestown Branch, from 1-3 p.m., Saturday, April 30. Activities will include prizes, games, kids zumba, yoga, pickle ball, inflatable bounce houses, contest, healthy snacks and more. For more information, contact Gina Bloomquist, school age & family director for the Jamestown YMCA, at 664-2802, ext. 222.
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Bluegrass Jam Set For Tonight
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will host a bluegrass jam tonight from 7-10. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and guests are welcome; please sign in.
Legion To
Host Band
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will host The Rustic Ramblers on Friday from 7-11 p.m. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and guests are welcome; please sign in.
Red Cross Course Set For Tonight
In partnership with New York state, the American Red Cross is offering a free Citizen Preparedness Corps training session tonight from 7-8 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 410 N. Main St., corner of Fourth and Main, Jamestown. A trained Red Cross representative will conduct the training, which provides a comprehensive overview on how to prepare for, respond to and recover from natural and manmade disasters. For more information, call St. Luke’s at 483-6405.
Infinity Hosting Orientation
To learn more about Infinity, or signing up for lessons, a New Student Orientation will be held today at the Infinity Center. Orientation slots fill quickly; contact the Infinity Center for available times. The Infinity Center is located in the Lynn Building at 301 E. Second St. in Jamestown. To reserve a slot for orientation, call the Infinity Center at 664-0991, email info@infinityperformingarts.org or visit infinityperformingarts.org.
Ripley BOE To Meet Tonight
RIPLEY – A regular meeting of the Ripley Central School District Board of Education will be held tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the elementary library of the Ripley Central School for the purposes of any and all items that come before the board.
Celtic Vespers Service Scheduled
WESTFIELD – The First Presbyterian Church of Westfield will host a special Celtic Vespers service tonight at 7 p.m. The service is influenced by and based on ancient Celtic worship and its modern survivals in worship communities including the famous Iona Community in Scotland. It includes evening prayer and responsorial Psalms, prayers from the Carmina Gadelica, a candlelight procession, brief incense rite, music based on Celtic tunes and a recitation of The Lord’s Prayer in Gaelic. All are welcome to attend.
Exhibit Proceeds To Benefit Library
A portion of proceeds from the sale of pictures by William S. “Butch” Poole of Jamestown on exhibit at James Prendergast Library will be donated to the library. The show consists of framed traditional and iPhone photographs. Poole is sharing proceeds from sales, through Friday, to show appreciation to the library for the opportunity to display his work. He taught high school biology in Jamestown for 33 years and takes most of his pictures while hiking. The library is located at 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. For information, call the library at 484-7135 or Poole at 484-8573.
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Latter Day Saints Announce Mission
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 851 Forest Ave., Jamestown, announced that Brett Alan Syndergaard, the son of Paul and Cindy Syndergaard of Locabello, Idaho, will serve a mission. He also has four brothers and a sister-in-law that have been on a mission to serve the church. While in Jamestown he hope to invite as many people who will listen to come closer to Jesus Christ. When asked his thoughts of Jamestown he stated it’s golden, very quiet and easy going and he is excited to spend his time serving the joyful people of Jamestown.
Women’s Club To Meet Friday
Westside Women’s Club members will meet for lunch on Friday at noon in the Marvin House. Dan Stone, Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation Jamestown city arborist, spoke on the planting and care of the many thousands of trees in residential areas, parks and schools at a recent meeting and Jamestown being a Tree City for the last 35 years.
Bariatric Center To Host Seminar
The WCA Bariatric Center team will host a free seminar Thursday at 6 p.m. to answer questions about weight-loss surgery options at WCA and introduce residents to bariatric surgeon, Dr. Galo Grijalva. The free seminars are held in the WCA Hospital Auditorium, 207 Foote Ave. For more information, call WCA at 664-8614.
Blood Pressure Screening Canceled
FREWSBURG – Due to unforeseen circumstances, the monthly blood pressure screening at Myers Memorial Library scheduled for Thursday has been canceled. Tammy Finch from Warren Manor is still scheduled to be at the library. The library’s phone number is 569-5515.
AOC Sets Bike Ride For Thursday
On Thursday, the Allegheny Outdoor Club (AOC) will ride bikes on the Warren Bike Trail and surrounding side streets for approximately 6 miles. Meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Warren Bike Trail on East Street. For more information, call Pat Spicer at 814-757-8331. On Friday, the club will celebrate Earth Day by picking up trash on highways as part of the Adopt-A-Highway program. Gloves, safety vests and litter bags will be provided. Participants may attend either work party. On Hearts Content Road, meet Friday at Sandstone Springs Parking Area at 10 a.m. For more information contact Bill and Mary Massa, 814-723-2568. On Route 59, meet Friday at 10 a.m. at the Morrison Trail Head. For more information contact John Shinaberger, 814-368-6728.
Jazz Concert
Set For Thursday
ST. BONAVENTURE – The St. Bonaventure University Jazz Band will host a big band dance at 7:30 p.m., Thursday at St. Bonaventure University’s Doyle Hall Dining Room. Admission to the “Swing Into Spring” dance, which includes light refreshments, is free, but donations are welcome, said Dr. Les Sabina, professor of music and director of the Jazz Band. The Jazz Band will perform big band classics from, among others, Glenn Miller, Count Basie and Tommy Dorsey, Sabina said.
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BPU Performing Water Work Today
LAKEWOOD – Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Water Division employees will install a water valve in Lakewood on Lakeview Avenue at Fairmount today. Water will be shut off at 8 a.m. on Fairmount Avenue from Fairwood to Cherry Street, Lakeview Avenue, Holly Lane, Bemus Street and Highland Avenue. Water will be off until valve work is completed. Once repairs are made and water is restored, water in the village of Lakewood may be discolored for 12 to 18 hours. Care should be taken not to do laundry unless water at a residence appears to be clear.
Legion Hosting Sunday Breakfast
The Herman Kent American Legion Post 777 invites members, guests and friends to the monthly breakfast on Sunday, April 17. A full buffet will be served with scrambled eggs, homefries, sausage, ham, pancakes, sausage gravy and biscuits, orange juice and coffee and the 777 omelets. Hours are 8:30-11:30 a.m. and the price is $6 per person for the buffet or $7 for the buffet plus an omelet. The legion is located at 26 Jackson Ave.
Walk-A-Thon To Be Held Today
CASSADAGA – The Chautauqua County Sons of the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary will host the ninth annual ”They Marched For Us, Let’s Walk for Them” Veterans Walk-A-Thon on today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cassadaga Valley Central School varsity track. This annual statewide event is sponsored by both the American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American Legion. For more information, contact Diman Smith, County Sons adjutant at 962-2312 or e-mail dimansmith@yahoo.com.
Hills Employees To Meet
The former Hills Department Store employees’ Lunch Bunch will be gather Sunday at 2 p.m. at Friendly’s in Brooklyn Square. For more information and to RSVP, contact Nancy Amoroso at 487-2593.
MS Rap Group Meeting Today
Is there an upside to living with Multiple Sclerosis? Come to the Chautauqua Regional Multiple Sclerosis rap group today 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 are provided. Those affected by the disease, including family and friends, are welcome to attend. For more information or directions, or for peer support, contact Debbie Lane at 962-9401.
Support
Groups To Meet
CHERRY CREEK – The Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church, Main Street, Cherry Creek will hold a chicken and biscuit dinner tonight, beginning at 4:30. The cost is a donation of $10 for adults; $5 for children; with family pricing available. The meal includes a beverage and homemade desserts.
Library Hosting Earth Day Event
ELLINGTON – Ellington Farman library will be celebrating Earth Day on Saturday, April 23. Everyone is invited to join in the community room to make their own terrarium starting at 10:30 a.m. All the supplies ready as well as plenty of books on various gardening topics. Preregistration is appreciated for the terrarium activity by calling 287-2945 by Monday. There will also be a book and bake sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to further the recycle/reuse idea. Ellington Farman Library is located on 760 Thornton Road. The library is fully handicapped accessible.
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Ripley BOE
Meeting Tuesday
RIPLEY – A special meeting of the Ripley Central School Board of Education will be held for the purpose of voting on the BOCES administrative budget and election of BOCES Board members Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the superintendent’s office of the Ripley Central School, and for the purpose of any and all items that come before the board.
SWCS?BOE Changes Meeting
The Southwestern Central School Board of Education’s work session scheduled for Tuesday, April 26, at 7 p.m. has been rescheduled to Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the board of education room.
Historical Society Event Set
CLYMER – The Clymer Area Historical Society will meet Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Haverkamp Huis on Clymer-Corry Road. Anyone interested in the history of the area is encouraged to attend.
Class Of ’56 Planning Reunion
The Jamestown High School class of 1956 will be meeting on Tuesday, April 26, at Friendly’s Restaurant at 10 a.m. to finalize plans for their 60th high school reunion. Anyone interested in working on the committee is invited to attend. The reunion will be held Aug. 26 and 27.
BOE Work
Session Set
CASSADAGA – The Cassadaga Valley Central School District Board of Education will meet on Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. in the Board Conference Room/Administration Office. A special meeting will be held in executive session for the sole purpose of voting on the BOCES budget and member election.
Historical Society Planning Events
FLUVANNA – The Fluvanna Community Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Fluvanna Community Church. The main goal is to restore “The Old Meeting Place” in Fluvanna to hold memorabilia of the surrounding Fluvanna area from years past right up to now. Meetings are held the third Monday of every month. The society is open to everyone interested in history and welcomes members, volunteers, those who want to relate stories and donate or show artifacts from their family history. Society members are making plans for Fluvanna Fest the weekend of June 18 and have several other projects in the planning also.
Town Clerk Office To Close
ELLINGTON – The Ellington Town Clerk office will be closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, so the town clerk can attend NYSTCA Conference for education.
Auxiliary Meeting Planned
GERRY – The Gerry Fire Department Auxiliary will hold its April 2016 meeting on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Gerry Fire Hall. Topics of discussion will include recruitment of new members and current community events. Refreshments will be served. Members are encouraged to bring a friend.
PVCS BOE To Meet Tuesday
SOUTH DAYTON – The Pine Valley Central School Board of Education will conduct its next regular meeting on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Board Conference Room (Room 5 in the Elementary School).
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Emmanuel
Baptist Sets Dinner
The Emmanuel Baptist Church, 53 W. 23rd St., Jamestown, will hold a waffle and chicken dinner on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. The cost is $9 per person.
Wings Flights
Of Hope Benefit
ANGOLA – A fundraiser will be held Sunday in Angola to benefit Wings Flights of Hope and Kallie’s Krusade. A magic show with magician Don Rogers will begin at 1 p.m. with doors opening at 12:30. After the magic show, there will be a toy raffle at 3:30 p.m., along with a basket raffle, photo booth, face painting, carnival games, food and more. Presale tickets are $8 per child and $10 per adult. On the day of the event, tickets cost $10 for children and $15 for adults. Most Precious Blood Church is hosting the event, located at 17 Prospect St., Angola.
Calamari Sisters To Perform
A Musical Cooking Lesson with the Calamari Sisters will be performed at 8 p.m., April 16, at the Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren. The show is the brainchild of Jay (James) Falzone, Dan Lavender and Stephen Smith. The two sisters combined their two loves of cooking and performing to form the Calamari Sisters Catering Company, which eventually led to a fictional public cable access cooking show on WFAT, where the audience joins them. The Calamari Sisters are a cross between slap stick, vaudeville with a nonstop mix of stand-alone jokes, gags, Italian shtick, clever wit and a generous measure of naughtiness. For tickets and information, call 814-723-7231 or visit www.strutherslibrarytheatre.com.
Auxiliary
Hosting Bazaar
KIANTONE – The Kiantone Auxiliary will host its annual Spring Bazaar on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters are welcome to come shop and have a lunch of butter bits, macaroni salad, chips and beverages. Vendors will be on hand. The event will be held at the Kiantone Fire Department, 2318 Stillwater St.
George Roath
To Screen Film
“Film of the Century of the Week,” hosted by George Roath, will air at 4 and 10 p.m. each day from Saturday through Friday, April 22. This week’s film will be “Dimentia 13.” Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman, and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
Lecture Series
To Continue
Access Channel 5 is airing the 2015 Chautauqua Institution lecture series. The following lecture starts Saturday with the last airing Friday, April 22, at 12:45 and 6:45 p.m.: Vint Cerf, “Digital Vellum.” Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman, and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
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Bluegrass Jam Set For Tonight
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will be hosting The Bluegrass Jam tonight from 7-10. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and quests are welcome; please sign in.
Flea Market
Set For Friday
The Independent Railroaders will hold a flea market on Friday in Conduit Ministries, 120 Delaware Ave., Jamestown, corner of Delaware and Newland avenues. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for sellers and at 7 p.m. for buyers. The cost is free to members and $5 for non-members. Only train or train related items will be sold and sellers are responsible for pricing their items. Cash transactions only are accepted and sellers must make their own change. To pre-register, contact Dave or Maxine Eggleston at 484-0862.
UPK
Registration Open
PANAMA – Families residing in the Panama School District with children turning 4 by Dec. 1, 2016, should call the elementary office at 782-4414 to request registration papers for Universal Prekindergarten. UPK screening will take place sometime in May. Those who have a child who did not attend Panama’s UPK Program but will be attending kindergarten in the fall should also call the school.
Thrift Store Calls For Donations
The Community Outreach Center Thrift Store is in need of gently used clothing and household goods. They are grateful for all the donations received in the past. 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.
Water Shut-Off Set For Saturday
Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Water Division employees will install a water valve in Lakewood on Lakeview Avenue at Fairmount on Saturday morning. Water will be shut off at 8 a.m. Saturday on Fairmount Avenue from Fairdale to Cherry Street, Lakeview Avenue, Holly Lane, Bemus Street and Highland Avenue. Water will be off until valve work is completed. Once repairs are made and water is restored, water in the village of Lakewood may be discolored for 12-18 hours. Care should be taken not to do laundry unless water at your residence appears to be clear.
Prom
Extravaganza Set
The Rural Center, located at 133 W. Main St., Sherman, will be hosting their inaugural Prom Extravaganza, Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A prom dress swap will take place and vendors will be on hand to assist guests in purchasing prom necessities (makeup, jewelry, etc). This event is open to high school girls and their parents. Miss Laura’s Place will be on site taking orders for corsages and boutonnieres. The cost is $1 per person or a canned food item to be donated to Sherman Food Pantry for an entry fee.
Thule Lodge
To Meet Saturday
BEMUS POINT – The Thule Lodge will hold its monthly meeting Saturday at 2 p.m. at the lodge at 4123 Pancake Hill Road. All members are encouraged to attend. Spring events will be planned at the meeting. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.
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Fine-Free
Week Continues
FREWSBURG – This week is fine-free at Myers Memorial Library. Any materials returned this week will not be charged a fine. Those who are not sure if they have any overdue material can call 569-5515. This only applies to materials returned this week, not to existing fines.
Grave Cleanup Ends Monday
FALCONER – All winter decorations must be removed from Pine Hill Cemetery grave sites prior to Monday. Any remaining items will be discarded.
U-PK Signups
In Sherman
SHERMAN – Sherman Central School will be offering a full-day Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program for the 2016-17 school year. The objective of the program is to provide age-appropriate, educational activities for 4-year-olds. All students have to reside in the Sherman School District and must turn 4 years old by Dec. 1, in order to qualify for the program. Proof of proper immunizations and birth certificate are required. Applications have been mailed to families included on the school census. If you have not received an application in the mail, call 761-6121 to request one. Pre-K screening dates are May 17 through May 20.
Supper ‘N’ Auction Set For Friday
Zion Covenant Preschool is hosting a spaghetti supper and basket auction Friday from 5-7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults; $4 for kids 10 and under; and free for children 2 and under. The dinner is hosted by Zion Covenant Preschool at Zion Covenant Church, 520 Fairmount Ave., Jamestown.
Westfield Seniors To Meet Thursday
WESTFIELD – The Westfield Senior Citizens will hold their next meeting Thursday at the YWCA, 58 Portage St., Westfield, at 6 p.m. Pat Cook will be the program, singing love songs with audience participation. The Westfield Women’s Organization will provide supper, so those in attendance are not required to bring a dish to pass or table service. The group will now begin summer hours, meeting at 6 p.m.
Lawn Care Bid Deadline Friday
SINCLAIRVILLE – The Sinclairville Evergreen Cemetery is seeking bids to provide seasonal lawn care to the cemetery location. Interested parties may obtain a bid proposal application by contacting association secretary Betty Ridout at 962-2309. The bid deadline is Friday.
Grange 496
Holds Meeting
KENNEDY – Kennedy Grange 496 met recently at the home of Ray and Barb Wiltsie. During the meeting the charter was draped in memory of members Bob and Donna Cross and Lester Town. All three of these members had been in Grange for over 60 years, serving in different ways, all very active in Grange work, community service projects, etc. They will be greatly missed by everyone.
Chicken Dinner Set For Saturday
ASHVILLE – The Open Meadows United Methodist Church, 3183 Open Meadows Road, Ashville, will hold a chicken and biscuit dinner on Saturday from 4-7 p.m. Tickets are $8 per dinner. Hot dogs and macaroni and cheese will also be available. For more information, call 581-0912. Proceeds support the UMC missions and other local charities. The dinner is open to the public.
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Randolph BOE Holding Interviews
RANDOLPH – The Randolph Central School District Board of Education has scheduled three special BOE meetings to interview candidates for the position of superintendent of schools. Meetings will be held Monday and Tuesday at 5:15 p.m., and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the district office.
Cemetery Hosting Annual Meeting
RANDOLPH – The Rutledge Rural Cemetery, Conewango, will hold an annual meeting Monday at 7 p.m. at Randolph Library, 26 Jamestown St., Randolph. All lot owners urged to attend.
Ten-Week Swim Lesson Kicks Off
STAR Jamestown will be offering a 10-week swim season, starting April 11 through June 16, at the Southwestern pool. Practices will be Monday through Thursday, from 6-7:30 p.m., coached by Glen Shoup and Susan Bentley. The class will be working on improving all four stroke techniques and skills, in addition to increasing the swimmers’ confidence level and work ethics at swimming practices, and staying in shape. For more information, call 526-4018.
Driving Course Starts Monday
FREWSBURG – A five-hour pre-licensing driving course will be held at Frewsburg High School on Monday and Tuesday from 6-8:30 p.m. The cost is $25. Preregister by calling 569-7026.
Brush
Pickup To Begin
Town of Ellicott brush pickup will begin in Celoron on Monday and in Falconer on Tuesday. Hours are from 4-7 p.m. Obtain a permit at the Town Clerk’s Office. For more information, call 665-5317, ext. 200.
Support
Groups To Meet
The Alzheimer’s Association monthly Caregiver Support Group will meet 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, April 21, from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Fluvanna Community Church on Fluvanna Avenue Extension. The groups are for anyone 18 years or older who is caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related diagnoses. For more information, call 483-5448.
Outdoor Club Hike Canceled
Due to inclement weather, the Allegheny Outdoor Club hike on the Millers’ Woodlot scheduled for Sunday has been canceled.
Artist Group To Meet Tuesday
CELORON – Chautauqua County Society of Artists will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Celoron Community Building near Lucille Ball Memorial Park. The group will have a class on how to make decorative arrows given by Kim Mason of Pennsylvania. In a past class, Mason taught the group how to make bows. At the last class, the society received dues and recognized several new members. Mary Barker taught how to make garden markers. For more information, call Elaine Caflisch, society president, at 763-3156.
Cemetery Group Holding Meeting
The Chandler’s Valley Cemetery meeting is Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Community Center.
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Bus Trip To Vidler’s Set
The Jamestown Area Senior Center announced the bus trip to Vidler’s in East Aurora on May 18 will leave from the Jamestown Community College Annex Building parking lot on Falconer Street. Final payment is due on April 15. Sign-ups for the Niagara Falls Casino trip on July 6 are being taken and also a trip to Mackinaw Island, Mich. A deposit of $75 is required and the balance is due by June 30. The group will meet on April 26 at 1 p.m. for coffee and cookies provided by Norma McKinley, Joanne Hoglund and Barb Krueger. Shirley Vandenburg, director, called a recent tureen lunch meeting to order with a flag salute and song. The meeting closed at 2 p.m.
Women’s Group Preparing Grants
The Upper New York Conference United Methodist Women Projects Committee is accepting grant applications to help new projects become self-reliant. The projects must be nonprofit and non-denominational, help area women, children, youth or families and should also further the application of the teachings of Jesus. Grants will be given on a yearly basis for a maximum of three years. To apply, call Judith Stevens, United Methodist Women Cornerstone Districts Projects chairwoman at 358-5927 by Friday, April 15, for an application or more information. Applications must be returned by May 15 for consideration.
Celebration Of The Young Child Set
The Ahira Hall Memorial Library will hold its seventh annual Celebration of the Young Child on Thursday at 6 p.m. and is a good way to introduce young children to the wonders the library holds. Included will be activities, stories and a snack. This event is sponsored in part by the Chautauqua County Association for Education of the young Child. For more information, contact the library at 792-9418.
Cemetery Restoration Set
ONOVILLE – The St. Mary’s Cemetery Restoration Committee will meet Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Horseshoe Inn in Onoville. All are welcome.
Outdoor
Club To Meet
On Sunday, the Allegheny Outdoor Club (AOC) will hike 3 miles in the Miller Family woodlot at 5459 Route 474, Blockville. Participants will meet at the home of Cindy and Keith Miller at 2 p.m. They will be eating afterward at the Ashville General Store. For more information call the Millers at 782-2072. On Wednesday, the AOC will ride bikes on the bike path at St. Bonaventure University in Allegany. Participants will meet at the Jamestown Park-N-Ride at 10 a.m. or at the trailhead by the tennis courts at 11 a.m. Lunch will be at the Beef-N-Barrel in Olean. For more information call Pat Spicer at 814-757-8331, evenings. All AOC events are free and open to the public. For a complete list of upcoming events go to alleghenyoutdoorclub.org.
American Legion To Host Breakfast
FALCONER – A breakfast buffet, open to the public, will be held Sunday at Falconer American Legion – Henry Mosher Post 638, from 8-11 a.m. Buffet includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, sausage, bacon, biscuits and gravy, toast, assorted juices and coffee. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for kids. For more information, call 665-4307.
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‘Fresh
Perspectives’ Set
Gail Erb, host of “Fresh Perspectives,” will have guests Pat Rogerson and Jeff Zook on her next program. The topic will be deer hunting. The show will air Saturday through Friday, April 15, at 3 and 9 p.m. each day. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
George Roath To Host Screening
“Film of the Century of the Week,” hosted by George Roath, will air at 4 and 10 p.m. each day from Saturday through Friday, April 15. This week’s film will be “The Brain That Wouldn’t Die.” Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman, and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
Toga Party
Set For Friday
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will be hosting a toga party with DJs Unlimited on Friday from 7-11 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for best togas. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and guests are welcome; please sign in.
Channel 5 To Show Lectures
Access Channel 5 will be airing the 2015 Chautauqua Institution lecture series. The following lecture will start Saturday with the last airing Friday, April 15, at 12:45 and 6:45 p.m.: Michael Eric Dyson, “The Terrors That Religion Battles and Brings.” Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Chautauqua, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Sherman, and Westfield areas, and can be found on channel 5 with a cable converter or on 5.3 on digital televisions without a cable converter. The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website, ac5.weebly.com.
Marco Polo
Club Sets Dinner
The Marco Polo Club will hold a spaghetti dinner Saturday from 4:30-7 p.m. Adults are $9; and it’s $5 for children. The public is welcome. The address is 1029 E. Second St., Jamestown.
OES?To Hold Jewelry Party
FORESTVILLE – A public jewelry party will be held at the Masonic Hall, 22 Main St., Forestville, on Saturday at 1 p.m. The party is sponsored by the Forestville Order of the Eastern Star.
Ellington Library To Hold Sale
ELLINGTON – The Ellington Farman Library will hold a book/bake sale on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, at the library. For more information call 287-2945.
Ripley Methodist Sets Breakfast
RIPLEY – The Ripley United Methodist Church, 84 W. Main St., Ripley, will host an all-you-can-eat breakfast on Saturday from 7:30-11 a.m. Included will be pancakes, sausage, bacon, made-to-order eggs and omelets, home fries, biscuits and sausage gravy, orange juice and coffee. The cost is $7 per person. Proceeds will benefit Friends of the Ripley Food Pantry.
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BPU To
Shut Off Water
The BPU Water Division is alerting customers in the area of Peterson and Willard streets that water will be shut off at 10 a.m. today while a new water line valve is installed. Work is estimated to last between three and four hours. Thirty homes will be without water while repairs are made; the locations include: Willard between Ensign and Vega; and Peterson between Willard and Vega.
Clymer Kicks Off Spring Cleaning
CLYMER – The Holland Cemetery will start spring cleanup on Tuesday. Any wreaths or seasonal decorations not removed before this date will be disposed of by the cemetery committee.
Pine Valley Board To Meet
SOUTH DAYTON – The Pine Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold their regular meetings Thursday and Tuesday, April 19, at 7 p.m. in the board conference room, room 5 in the elementary school.
Golden
Agers To Meet
LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood-Busti Golden Agers will meet for a spring dinner on Tuesday, April 19, at 12:30 p.m. in the Lakewood Legion Post 1286. Paid reservations are required; contact Constance Whitman, secretary, at 763-0544. Forty-six seniors met in the legion to celebrate the 48th anniversary of their group, which was established in March 1968. Don Sandy provided a musical program. Cecile Wilson, president, conducted the meeting, reports were approved as read and new members Jean Wagner, Alta Martenson and Marge Walgreen were welcomed. Anniversaries and birthdays were celebrated.
Gerry Seniors
To Meet Friday
GERRY – The Rodeo City Senior Citizens will meet this Friday at noon in the United Methodist Church for a lunch and a program. Those attending are asked to bring a dish of food to add to the meal, and their own table service. Plans for upcoming events will also be discussed. New members are always welcome.
Lifeguarding Class To Kick Off
The Jamestown YMCA will be offering a lifeguarding class starting on Friday at 6 p.m. with the swimming skills pre-test and a short classroom session. The class will continue on Saturday and Sunday and 17-18, running from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day. Class size is limited and pre-registration is recommended. Upon successful completion of this class students will be certified in American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR for the Lifeguard and AED. Students must be 15 by the final day of class. Each day consist of classroom and water work. The Y is also offering re-certification for CPR-PR and Lifeguarding. Please contact jchinni@jamestownymca.org for more information
Epilepsy Support Group To Meet
The Resource Center, in partnership with the Epilepsy Association of Western New York, will host an epilepsy support group meeting on Friday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Resource Center on East Second Street. Contact Bruce Jackson at 720-8262 for info or for a ride. To RSVP, call 720-3202. Light refreshments will be served. This is a group open to sharing experiences and making new friends.
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Falconer School Sets Dinner
FALCONER – Falconer Central School’s senior class will host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser tonight from 4:30-7. in the Falconer High School cafeteria. Meals will include spaghetti with homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, bread, assorted desserts, cold drinks and coffee. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12.
Spaghetti Dinner Scheduled
LITTLE VALLEY – In support of the Cattaraugus County 4-H, a spaghetti dinner and basket auction will be held Sunday, April 3, from 3-7 p.m. at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds Corporate Building. A live pie auction begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $8 pre-sale or $10 at the door; $5 for children 7 years and under. The event is sponsored by the 4-H Livestock Committee and proceeds will support concrete and new pens in the goat and sheep barn.
Legion Hosting Steak Fry
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will be hosting a steak fry and the band Left Of Center on Sunday from 5-8 p.m. The cost of the steak fry is $13. All members and guests are welcome, please sign in.
YMCA?Hosting SCUBA?Classes
The YMCA will be offering a SCUBA certification class on Tuesday and Wednesday nights beginning April 5 and running for six weeks. Class times are 7-10 p.m. Tuesday classes are spent in the classroom and Wednesdays are spent in the pool. The fee for SCUBA is $200 for Jamestown YMCA members and $250 for all others. The registration fee includes classroom instruction, pool training and the use of selected SCUBA equipment. There is an additional book fee of $25 for the text. The fee does not include check out dives for certification requirements. Bring a swim suit, T-shirt and socks to be worn in the pool as well as a towel. Participants will be required to purchase their own masks, fins, snorkel, wet boots and log book during the class. For more information about SCUBA contact either Jason Chinni, aquatics director at jchinni@jamestownymca.org or JR Latona, instructor and proprietor of Underwater World, 1551 Riverside Road, Jamestown, at 397-9009.
Cassadaga BOE Meeting Set
The Cassadaga Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold a budget workshop on Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the middle/high school multipurpose room. The regular monthly meeting of the board of education will be held on Monday, April 11, at 7 p.m. in the multipurpose room.
JPS BOE?To Meet Tuesday
The Jamestown Public Schools District Board Of Education will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the board room at Jefferson Middle School. A multi-year budget presentation and discussion will be led by Vernon Connors, director of business and finance, and Tim Mains, superintendent. A grievance committee will meet prior to the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
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AARP To Tour RHJC April 12
The Jamestown AARP Chapter 334 will meet for a guided tour of the Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., on Tuesday, April 12, beginning at 1:30 p.m. Parking is available on East Fourth Street and Prendergast Avenue. Following the tour, members will proceed to Friendly’s on Brooklyn Square for a brief business meeting and dessert. Attendees needing transportation should phone 664-2883. The tour site is handicapped-accessible. All area seniors, age 50 and over, are welcome.
Support Group To Meet Monday
The Jamestown Bariatric Support Group will meet on Monday at 6 p.m. in the James Prendergast Library Community Room, second floor, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. An elevator is available to the second floor and parking is free. The topic is ”What are the top three things you want to do when you are at your ideal weight and healthiness?” An open discussion will also be held and new handouts will be available. Meetings are open to anyone who had the surgery, is in the process of having surgery, thinking of having the surgery and support members of the individual. For more information, call 244-0293 and ask for the volunteer program coordinator. Leave a message and a call will be returned as soon as possible.
Alternate Parking Starts Today
Starting today, monthly alternate parking will be in effect in the city of Jamestown. Vehicles should be parked only on the odd-numbered side of the street during odd-numbered months and only on the even-numbered side of the street during even-numbered months. Vehicles should be moved at 10 a.m. on the first day of each month. There is no grace period.
Legion To Host Karaoke Tonight
Lakewood Legion Post 1286 is hosting Jules R Us Karaoke tonight from 7-10 p.m. Dinners will be served from 5-9. All members and guests are welcome. Please sign in.
Thrift Shop
Open For Spring
St. Luke’s Thrift Shop, 409 Pine St., between East Fourth and East Fifth streets, Jamestown is officially open for the spring season. All departments are fully stocked with spring/summer merchandise. Off-street parking is available in the church lot off East Fifth Street. The shop is open for sales and receiving each Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and receiving only on Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to noon. The all volunteer staff includes many from RSVP. Like us on Facebook.
Rotary To
Host Breakfast
FALCONER – The Falconer Rotary Club will host a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Falcon’s Nest. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Tickets are available at the door or from any Falconer Rotary Club member. Those attending are also invited to bring returnable cans and bottles to the breakfast. They will be redeemed and the proceeds used to pay for community projects.
Study Club To Meet Monday
BEMUS POINT – The Bemus Point Study Club will hold their April meeting Monday. The club meets at St. Timothy Lutheran Church on Route 430. Members are invited to bring a dish to pass and their own table service for a tureen supper beginning at 6 p.m.. No reservations are needed. The program begins about 7 p.m. and will feature “Real estate around the Lake.” Members and their guests are welcome to attend the supper and program or arrive later for only the program portion. Anyone interested in the club is welcome to attend the April meeting or inquire at the Bemus Point Library at 386-2274.