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North Harmony Senior Citizens To Meet Oct. 19
STOW – The North Harmony Senior Citizens will meet at 5 p.m. Oct. 19 for a pot luck dinner. Debby Perry, organizer of the United Senior Council’s Santa for Senior’s program, will explain the program and solicit donations at Christmas for shut-in seniors. Thirty-nine members and two guests attended the September meeting. Ruth Chase of Prevention Works discussed the Wellness Initiative for Senior Education program, a state-funded six-week program that teaches seniors how to stay healthy and meet new people.The class is interactive with attendees sharing concerns and offering suggestions.Any group of seniors can set up a class, or singly, Ruth will find a class nearby for them to attend. The anniversary of Sandy and Denny Cornell was acknowledged, and Earl Ferry’s September birthday was celebrated with candles in a pie. Earl Ferry expressed thanks to members who serve the club in extra ways:Sandy and Denny Cornell, Clare Crawford, Penny Rossey, Sue Harper, Barb Cheney and President Will Ortman.Winners of the 50/50 raffle were Betty Johnson and Ray James/Ann Hellman.
Mayville Seniors To Meet Oct. 15
MAYVILLE – The Mayville Senior Citizens will meet at noon Oct. 15 at the Mayville VFW for a pot luck luncheon. Members met recently with 32 members attending. November's harvest dinner will probably cost about $15 per person. Sign-ups for this dinner will take place at the next meeting.It was voted to have a 50/50 drawing at meetings to add to our treasury. Exact details will be decided later.Door prizes were won by Arlene Kurtz, Kathie Sukalac, Fran Miller, Janet Loomis, and Bonnie J. Johnson.The $5 lottery was won by Janet Loomis.After the meeting adjourned, Sheriff Jim Quattrone spoke about programs aside from the usual patrols and duties carried out on a daily basis by deputies that include the relatively new Cold Case team, an animal cruelty deputy, Drone Team, collaboration with Homeland Security (mostly regarding human trafficking), CARES, an outreach program for newly released prisoners; Project Life Saver, and others.Deputy Kris Gustafson discussed Project Life Saver, a free program for individuals who, because of physical or mental issues, might be prone to wandering. The program offers the person a bracelet to be worn at all times which makes it possible for them to be "tracked" if needed.
Organ Plus' Concert Is Oct. 18 At First Lutheran Church
Members of the Chautauqua Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will host its ‘Organ Plus’ concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, at First Lutheran Church in Jamestown. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the concert will feature American composers and some student Bach works. An offering will benefit the scholarship fund for young organists.
Harmony Senior Citizens Dinner Reservations Due Friday
The Harmony Senior Citizens met recently for a tureen luncheon at the Panama Methodist Church with 22 members present. Bonnie Froman, co-chaplain, read Happy Fall, Autumn Flair, offered the dinner prayer and led the Salute to the Flag. Hosts for the lunch included Karen Hurlburt, Betty Johnson and June Whipple. President June Whipple welcomed everyone. Birthdays were celebrated by Dee Ellis, Fred Russell, Laurie Russell, June Whipple, June Matherly, Rick Fiorenzo and Jean Wagner. Anniversaries for the month were Tom and Toni Campbell and Bob and Cora Delahoy who will celebrate their 70th. Mary Lou Garafield gave the Treasurer’s report. The next meeting on Nov. 5 at noon will be the annual Thanksgiving dinner to be provided by Sally Hagg at a cost of $12. Reservations and payment are due by Oct. 16 by calling Mary Lou at 716-782-4575, Hosts for the meeting will be Katy Lord and Randy Lord. After a short meeting, members enjoyed playing Bingo. Prizes were won by Eloise Smith, Cindy McIntyre, Betty Johnson, Lois King, Carol Parnell, Fred Russell, Ellen Coffaro, Marion Coffaro, Rick Fiorenzo and Mary Keeney.
Quilt Guild To Meet Wednesday In Busti
BUSTI – The Chautauqua Region Quilt Guild will meet Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Busti 5 Corners Community Church in Busti. Refreshments are available from 6 to 6:30 p.m. with the business meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. The program "My Favorite Things" will be presented by Amit Taneja and Sue Davis-Gillis. Members are asked to bring their favorite tool, gadget or something clever from their sewing room. It can be a quilting tool, something that was meant for another purpose but is used in a sewing room, or something members find handy. Membership cards for 2026 are still available which may be used to get a discount at select quilt shops. Annual dues for 2027 are now being accepted. Parking is available at the church and across the street at the fire department. Visitors are welcome.