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Legion To Hold Roast Today

CASSADAGA – The Cassadaga American Legion, located at 228 Maple Ave. in the village, will hold its Clam and Corn Roast this Saturday from 1-6 p.m., and not on Sunday. The roast will include clams, corn, sausage, hot dogs, and hamburgers. Along with the food stand, a cruise-in will be held in the legion parking lot. Everyone is invited.

New Show To Host Roselle

MAYVILLE – Jim Roselle will be the next person featured on the new Access Channel 5 program called “Chautauqua People,” which debuted in July. The program will air at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. each day beginning today with the last airing on Sept. 6. Jim Roselle, radio pioneer on Jamestown’s own WJTN radio station, has been broadcasting from the Chautauqua Institution for the past 40 years. A fixture on Chautauqua’s grounds, Jim is a native of Jamestown, and a graduate of St. Lawrence University in Canton. He has been honored for his radio broadcasting accomplishments several times, most recently in 2012 when he was voted into the NY State Broadcasting Hall of Fame, an honor he richly deserved. He continues to host radio programs on WJTN throughout the year and has an encyclopedic memory for facts and faces. Roselle will be interviewed by Chautauquan Ira Cooperman. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Mayville, Chautauqua, North Harmony, Sherman, Westfield and Portland areas. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

Outdoor Club

To Float Monday

The Allegheny Outdoor Club will float the Allegheny River from Emlenton to Parkers Landing on Monday. Participants should bring a snack and meet at 10 a.m. at Betts Field in Warren to caravan or at noon at Parkers Landing Canoe & Kayak Outfitters. Upon arrival at Parkers Landing a van from Riverview Canoe & Kayak in Emlenton will meet the group to transport them and their kayaks or canoes upstream to the put-in in Emlenton. There will be a $10 fee for this service. Participants who need to can rent a kayak. The group will then float 8 miles downstream to Parkers Landing. The group will then drive to Foxburg and eat dinner overlooking the Allegheny River at the Allegheny Grill. For more information call Debra Young at 814-730-8388 or email john.young@eaglez ip.net. For those planning to go should contact Debra as soon as possible so she can make restaurant reservations.

BPU To Close Offices Monday

The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities offices will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. The customer service office will reopen at 7 a.m. Tuesday. Solid waste normally collected on Mondays will be picked up on Tuesday. Monday and Tuesday refuse should be left at the curb after 6 p.m. on Monday. The recyclables for the week will be paper, box board and corrugated cardboard. All utility trouble reports, all hours, may be reported to 661-1640.

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JHS Soccer Scrimmage Set

The JHS Girls Soccer Team will hold a Friday Night Lights Red vs. White scrimmage combining the JV and varsity squads at the Martin Road Complex on Friday at 7:30 p.m. The JHS Red Raiders Girls Soccer Boosters are sponsoring the event. A $1 per person donation is asked by all who attend with all money raised benefiting the boosters to help support the team. The event will also include a 50/50 raffle and a halftime goalie shootout where anyone can take a shot on goal versus one of the three JHS goalies. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.

‘The Natural’ Event Set For Sept. 7

SOUTH DAYTON – The 30th Anniversary of “The Natural” celebration will be held at the South Dayton Village Park on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Sunday, Sept. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. The celebration will feature train rides, amusement rides, a model train display, antique cars, games, food, crafts, music, movie, a baseball game and more. On Saturday, Slim Griffin Band will play from 3-5 p.m., and there will be a spaghetti dinner at the fire hall from 4:30-6:30 p.m. On Sunday, a beef on weck lunch in the park will take place from noon to 2 p.m., and Mountain Railroad Band will play from 1-3 p.m. For more information, call 988-5975.

Rod And Gun Club To Meet

The Lakewood Rod and Gun Auxiliary board will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 5. The auxiliary will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9. Nancy Rasmussen and Marcia Johnson will be the greeters; Jan Pintagro and Jan DeVoe, helpers. Sally Hagg and Marilyn Alexander will provide refreshments. Blue Grass Hoedown will present the program.

VA Director

To Hold Forum

Steve E. McCord, director of Cattaraugus County Veterans Services, or Kevin P. Haynes, accredited service officer, will be available to discuss VA benefit laws, the VA healthcare system or answer any questions Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Randolph American Legion. McCord is available at the Little Valley County Office building on Thursday afternoons from 1-3:30 p.m., with the exception of Sept. 19.

Historical Society Plans Quilt Event

LEON – The Leon Historical Society is featuring Willow Creek Quilter and Amish Quilts & Goods (Quilt Bee) in the heart of Amish Country on Saturday, Sept. 14. The society is looking for crafters and anyone who would like to sell their products at the four corners on Route 62 in Leon from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day. For more information, call Pat at 296-5709 or email brompl@lanetv.com.

Ripley School Board To Meet

RIPLEY – A special meeting of the Board of Education of the Ripley Central School District will be held today at 5 p.m., in the district office of the Ripley Central School, for the purpose of personnel matters, contractual issues and any and all items that come before the board.

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Hardware Alum To Meet Sunday

Former Chautauqua Hardware employees will meet for the second annual get-together from 1-5 p.m. on Sunday in pavilion two at Falconer Park. Participants should take a dish to pass, table setting and beverage.

Rummage Sale Begins Friday

The Altar and Rosary Society at Sacred Heart Church, 380 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, will hold its annual household and clothing rummage sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Leftover items from last week’s youth group will also be available. Follow the signs and use the side entrance.

Church Ladies Hold Meeting

Fourteen Kiantone Church Ladies members recently met recently for lunch hosted by Irene Levan and Cindy Swanson. Ms. Levan, president, led in prayer and also gave devotions. Reports were given by Barbara Kost, secretary; and Joan Spontaneo, treasurer. Ms. Levan closed the meeting with prayer.

Poker Run Set For Saturday

The first annual Jacob Crawford Poker Run will be held Saturday at the Greek Club, 113 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, from 1-10 p.m. Bike registration is from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost of a bike entry is $20. The general admission cost is $10. There will be prizes for the first and second best poker hand and best of show. All riders are welcome. Food, music and a drawing will also be featured. For more information, call Joe at 814-730-9475.

Outdoor Club To Hike Saturday

On Saturday, the Allegheny Outdoor Club will hike from Mayville to Westfield along Little Chautauqua Creek. Participants should bring water and appropriate footwear to wade in the creek and meet at the Jamestown Park & Ride on Route 60 just north of I-86 at 10 a.m. This will be a shuttle hike. For more information call Dennis Anderson in Jamestown at 969-9772.

Rummage Sale Set For Saturday

CHERRY CREEK – The 21st annual rummage sale benefiting the Cherry Creek Fire Auxiliary will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday in the Cherry Creek Fire Hall. A bag sale will begin at noon. Donations are currently being accepted and can be brought to the fire hall the day of the sale.

Art Show Set

For Saturday

FALCONER – The second annual Falconer Art Show will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in Davis Park, Falconer, on Main Street across from the Village Community Building and Falconer Library. Various art media, including photographs and jewelry will be available for sale. Face painting will also be available. The Falconer Kiwanis Club will have hot dogs and drinks available. The art exhibit show is sponsored by Falconer Eye to the Future Committee and is free to the public. The Farmers Market is also at Davis Park during the show. For more information regarding exhibits, contact Jeri Yauchzy at 665-3891. No rain date scheduled.

Bag Sale

Continues Today

St. Luke’s Thrift Shop annual $2 bag sale is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and Thursday. This is the last chance to “bag” some bargains before the shop closes on Friday to switch to autumn inventory. The shop will reopen on Wednesday, Sept. 4, and resume fall hours, which include 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays.

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Lake AVP To Air On Channel 5

Mike Martin presented an aquatic vegetation plan for Chautauqua Lake recently which will be televised by Access Channel 5. It is currently airing through Friday at 3:35 p.m. and again at 9:35 p.m. The program was produced by Jeff Zook. Martin is with CLM Cedar Edan Environmental and is introduced by Jeff Diers, Chautauqua County watershed coordinator. The program was taped at the Chautauqua Golf Course in April. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Mayville, Chautauqua, North Harmony, Sherman, Westfield and Portland areas. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

Falconer Seniors To Meet Aug. 26

Margaret DeAngelo, Angie Muscarella and Rose Cresanti will be the committee when Falconer Senior Citizens meet at noon on Aug. 26 in Falconer Park. Seniors attending should take a dish to pass. Hot dogs will be provided. A nominating committee will be selected and voted on. Members met recently for a chicken barbecue. Ana Moren, president, presided. A flag salute and prayer were given. A moment of silence for deceased member Carrie Triscari and the 19 elite firefighters killed in Arizona was held. A Chinese auction followed. Celebrating birthdays were Jay Bonfiglio and Mary Volpe. Receiving incentive awards were Jenny Mancari, Rose Germonti, Carole Swain and Mary Pinzone. The meeting was adjourned by Marie Peters and Edie Worch.

SCOPE Meeting Is Tuesday

MAYVILLE – The monthly general meeting for Shooters Committee on Political Education will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the VFW Post, 10 Memorial Drive, Mayville. SCOPE is sponsoring a Meet the Candidates Night. All Chautauqua County candidates running for political office were extended an invitation to participate. The public is invited to attend. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month.

Blood Drives

To Be Held

The Community Blood Bank will hold several blood drives in the area to support patients at WCA Hospital and replenish the area’s low blood supply. Drives will be from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday at WCA Hospital; 3-6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, at the Frewsburg American Legion; and noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28, at Heritage Village in Gerry. All donors will be entered into a trip for four to Walt Disney World. The Community Blood Bank is the only supplier of blood to WCA Hospital.

Westside Women To Host Goodell

Lisa Goodell, Chautauqua Blind Association director, will be the guest speaker when the Westside Women’s Club meets at 1 p.m. Friday in the Bethel Lutheran Church. Hostesses will be Allie Withers, Joyce Johnson and Christina Jones. Members should take gently used clothing and nonperishable for the church outreach program. The Happy Grams, directed by Becky Abbey and accompanied by Carol Cooper, provided musical entertainment at a recent meeting. Hostesses were Maxine Castiglione and Sylvia Anderson.

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Pharmacy

Adds?To Staff

Jason Cuoco has joined Patient’s Pharmacy Inc. as director of marketing and sales, according to Diane Mathews, Patient’s Pharmacy Inc. vice president, and Don Nash Sr., president.

Cuoco will be responsible for marketing, business development, event and promotion planning, website development and advertising. Mathews said she is happy to have Cuoco join the pharmacy team and hopes to expand the company’s marketing base in the area with his expertise.

“It helps to have a familiar face to reach out to our clientele in the community. I am confident Jason (Cuoco) will be the one to help show our customers that we truly are their hometown drug store and so much more,” Mathews said.

Cuoco was the marketing and design coordinator for Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union from August 2011 to June 2013. He earned an associate’s degree in business management and marketing from Ohio State University in 2003 and is certified in graphic design and web development through Jamestown Community College.

Patient’s Pharmacy Inc. was established in 2007 as a closed pharmacy for nursing homes, assisted living facilities and group homes. In September 2012, Patient’s Pharmacy expanded as a retail pharmacy, relocating to the downtown Jamestown area.

Cuoco said he plans to incorporate social media as one of the bases for the pharmacy’s marketing. He will start with Twitter and Facebook to get connected.

Patient’s Pharmacy Inc. is located at 320 N. Main St., Jamestown. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call 720-5809.

Peterson Named ‘Best Lawyer’

Gregory L. Peterson, office leader of Phillips Lytle LLP’s Jamestown office, has been named to The Best Lawyers in America 2014 list.

Peterson was cited for his work in real estate law.

Overall, 58 Phillips Lytle attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in this prestigious annual list, which was compiled and published by Woodward/White Inc. of Aiken, S.C.

“It is a tremendous honor to once again be included on this highly respected list. We are proud to be recognized across so many of our practice areas and office locations again this year. Inclusion on this list speaks to the quality of our work and the depth of our expertise,” said David J. McNamara, managing partner, Phillips Lytle LLP.

In addition to Peterson, The Best Lawyers in America 2014 also cited 46 attorneys from the firm’s Buffalo office, nine from its Rochester office and one each from its Albany and New York City offices.

Inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America list is based entirely on peer review. The methodology is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area. Best Lawyers employs a sophisticated, conscientious, rational, and transparent survey process designed to elicit meaningful and substantive evaluations of the quality of legal services. The publication’s belief is the quality of a peer-review survey is directly related to the quality of its voting pool.

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Busti To Hold Fun Day Today

BUSTI – The Busti Federated Church will hold a family fun day from noon to 4 p.m. today featuring a dunk tank; games; free hot dogs, snowcones and popcorn; contests; a K-9 unit demonstration and car seat installation checks by the Lakewood/Busti Police; historical society and hamlet development display; information on Upward Basketball; a cork gun shoot; Air Museum/Civil Air Patrol; an Ethiopian display and a Babe Ruth World Series display. There will also be a representative from the Busti Hazeltine Library, and a sale table from Cindy’s Corner Store. Fingerprinting through the Children’s Safety ID Program will be available in the church library, and there will be a cruise-in in the parking lot. The Busti Fire Department will also have an open house. Tickets may also be purchased for the annual chicken barbecue. The cost is $10. Free homemade pie will be served during the dinner. For more information, call 720-0115.

Planning Board To Meet Monday

The Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Economic Development is holding a special meeting of the Chautauqua County Land Bank Corporation on Monday at 3 p.m. in the CCIDA Board Room, 200 Harrison St., Jamestown. The meeting of the CCLBC will be conducted to discuss business associated with the acquisition of property donated to CCLBC and other official business as required (agenda will be provided at the meeting). The press, public and other stakeholders are invited to attend. Questions may be directed to: Mark Geise at 661-8912.

Pig Roast In

Ripley Today

RIPLEY – The Ripley United Methodist Church, 84 W. Main St., Ripley, will hold a pig roast from 4-5:30 p.m. today. The menu includes roast pork, parsley potatoes, baked beans, applesauce, bread and butter, homemade pie or cake. The cost for adults is $9; children, ages 3 to 10, $5; under age 3, free. Takeouts will be available. Presale tickets are available from church members.

Civil War Camp Begins Today

DUNKIRK – ‘Battle of Lighthouse Point’ at the historic Dunkirk Lighthouse on Point Gratiot will take place today and Sunday. The Civil War camp offers a number of activities, beginning at 9 a.m. and ending at 4 p.m. each day. Admission fee is $2 per day. The event is co-sponsored by the Dunkirk Historical Museum, Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum and the 64th Virginia Mounted Infantry. For more information call 366-3797 or 366-5050.

Historical Society To Meet Monday

FREWSBURG – The Carroll Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Monday for its monthly meeting. The public is welcome to attend. The group will view a video of Harold Adams, Frewsburg native and nephew of Robert H. Jackson. He spoke in 2000 in the Community Room of the Frewsburg High School at the dedication of the newly organized Carroll Historical Society. In the video he speaks of his early life in Frewsburg and his relationship with Jackson. The society meets at 5 W. Main St. in the building behind the Carroll Town Hall.

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Busti Auxiliary

To Meet Tuesday

BUSTI – The Busti Fire Department Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. Plans for the future events to be discussed are: the Fire Department Tractor Pull and Car show in September, the Apple Festival on Sept. 29, the county meeting on Oct. 2 and other events coming up. All members are asked to attend. As always, the group is accepting new members.

Rummage Sale Begins Thursday

Our Lady of Loreto Altar and Rosary Society will hold a rummage sale on Aug. 22-24. Donations are currently being accepted. Items can be brought to the parish hall from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The next meeting will be on Sept. 30.

Leon Picnic Set For Saturday

LEON – The Leon Town Picnic and Fire Department open house is Saturday at the Leon Fire Department, from 1-6 p.m. Hog dogs, Angus burgers, chips and refreshments will be provided. Guests are asked to bring a dish to pass. Games and prizes for kids and adult games along with Amish goods, basket giveaway, fire equipment demonstration and more. Meet your neighbors and the volunteers who serve your community.

Scoop Dinner

Set For Saturday

CHERRY CREEK – The Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church, Main Street, Cherry Creek, will hold a scoop dinner at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, followed by a wrapped gift auction at 6 p.m. The cost to attend is a donation.

Sons Of Legion To Host Pig Roast

LAKEWOOD – The Sons of the Legion Post 1286, in Lakewood will be hosting a pig roast and clam bake on Saturday from 1-6 p.m. Music by Gregory C. Ford will be from 6-9 p.m. All members and guests are welcome.

Ellicott GOP Party Set For Sunday

The Ellicott Republican Party will hold a pork barbecue starting at 3 p.m. Sunday at the War Vets Recreation Club, Fluvanna Avenue Extension. Food will be served at 4 p.m. Guests invited to attend include state Sen. Catharine Young, R-C-I-Olean; state Assemblyman Andy Goodell, R-Chautauqua County, and Seth Wimer on behalf of U.S. Rep. Tom Reed, R-Corning, along with various county and local candidates. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets will be available the day of the barbecue at the War Vets Recreation Club pavilion.

Olson Reunion Set For Sunday

FREWSBURG – Anders Gustavf and Augusta Ephelia Anderson Olson ancestors will meet for the 25th annual Olson Reunion on Sunday at 1 p.m. The reunion will be held at the home of dawn and Harold Whitford in Frewsburg. This year’s theme is ’50s. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to pass.

Kid’s Day

Set For Saturday

LAKEWOOD – The fourth annual Lakewood Kid’s Day, sponsored by the Chautauqua Avenue merchants, the Lakewood Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday on Chautauqua Avenue, Lakewood. Featured will be a sidewalk coloring contest; prizes will be awarded. Registration is required at Mindy’s Place.

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Thule Hodge

To Hold Dinner

BEMUS POINT – The Thule Lodge, 4123 Pancake Hill Road, will hold a dinner from 5-7 p.m. Friday. There are two main choices, a fish dinner prepared in one of three ways, and a second choice meal will be a meatball dinner. The dinner is open to the public. The Thule Lodge serves to preserve the Swedish heritage through events and activities. New members are welcome.

AOC?To Ride

In Corry Saturday

On Saturday the AOC will ride bikes in the Corry area. Participants will meet at Mead Park in Corry at 8 a.m. From there they will ride to Clymer for breakfast at the Dutch Village Restaurant at 9:30 a.m. then on to Cutting then returning to Corry for a total of 40 miles. There is an optional ride around Findley Lake. For more information call Dave Walgren in Jamestown at 665-7857.

Krauza Guest

On Senior Report

Senior Report with Reed Powers will have Greg Krauza as the guest on the Saturday television program. Krauza will talk about long-term care. The live, call-in program airs from 9-10 a.m. on Saturday morning. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions or comments. The program is rebroadcast each day at 2 and 8 p.m. for some communities. Reed Powers, host of Senior Report, has been producing the television program since 1995. The series highlights senior citizen club news for 15 minutes with the remainder of the hour-long program devoted to the featured guest. The guest is subject to change. Senior Report is shown live on Saturday mornings on Time Warner Cable systems covering the following communities: Brocton, Cassadaga, Chautauqua, Fredonia, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Ripley, Sherman, Stockton and Westfield on Channel 5. In Dunkirk, Falconer, Forestville, Hanover, Irving, Jamestown, Lakewood and Silver Creek, the program is on channel 19. The show originates at the Access Channel 5 studio in Mayville. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

Zombie Party At Myers Library

FREWSBURG – The Myers Memorial Library will host a Zombie party at 6 p.m. on Friday, celebrating the conclusion of the teen summer reading program. All teens, ages 12 and up, are invited to attend.

WWII?Bus Trip

To Ohio Saturday

There will be a one-day bus trip to the World War II reenactment at Conneaut, Ohio, Saturday, Aug. 17. The price is $25 with attendees responsible for their own meals. Contact the Recreation Department at 326-4243 or visit facebook.com/WestfieldRecDept for more information. There will be 800 reenactors from all over the U.S. and Canada.

Huckelbery Reunion Saturday

RANDOLPH – The 92nd annual Huckelbery reunion, hosted by Darrin and Todd Beckerink, will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18, in Weeden Park, Weeden Road, Randolph. Persons attending should take dishes, at least one dish to pass, current pictures and information on marriages and births. Refreshments and ice cream will be provided. Maria Johnson is secretary/treasurer, and Sheryl Cowen, historian. Games will be played, and a playground for children will be available. For more information, contact Maria Johnson at 450-5913 or Ms. Cowen at 358-6148.

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Donations Now Being Accepted

The Community Outreach Center at First Lutheran Church, corner of Chandler and Center streets, is currently accepting donations of small household items and clothing in good condition. Items should be dropped off during regular center hours, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Ripley Board To Meet Thursday

RIPLEY – A regular meeting of the Ripley Central School District Board of Education 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. The public is invited to attend.

Water Repairs

Set For Friday

The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities English Hill Water Pump Station will be turned off for repairs from 2-4 a.m. Friday morning. During this time period, BPU water customers will experience low water pressure. Water pressure should return to normal after 4 a.m. No discolored water is expected in the English Hill neighborhood.

Falconer To Hold Sports Meeting

FALCONER – Falconer Central School will be holding their annual mandatory athletic meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Due to construction at the high school, please use the auditorium entrance on Main Street at the bus loop. Topics to be discussed are rules and regulations, sportsmanship, athletic code, hydration, concussion management and other sports related injuries. All Falconer athletes for fall, winter or spring sports, and a parent must attend. Any questions can be directed to Athletic Director David Nelson at dnelson@falcon.wnyric.org.

Outdoor Club

To Ride Friday

On Friday the Allegheny Outdoor Club will ride bikes in Oil Creek State Park. Participants will meet at the Garden Center at 70 Railroad St. in Youngsville at 9 a.m. then drive to Petroleum Center, which is at the southern end of the park. For more information call Pat Spicer at 814-757-8331, evenings.

Legion To Host James Earl Band

LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Legion Post 1286 will be hosting The James Earl Band on Friday from 7-11 p.m. The dinner special will be prime rib. All members and quests are welcome.

Antique Show Begins Friday

STOCKTON – The Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association will hold its 39th annual show of antique engines, farm tractors, autos, models, and other mechanical equipment Friday-Sunday on its grounds on Cemetery Road, Stockton. For a $5. donation, the public can see the equipment in operation and on parade. There is a flea market, ample free parking, food and permanent restrooms, all on the grounds. There are demonstrations and events both continuously and at posted times. Children under 14 are admitted free. Senior citizen admission Friday is $3.

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Landfill Forums

To Resume In Fall

The Chautauqua County Landfill public forums will resume next month. The forums will be open to the public and will include George Spanos, director of public facilities. The date and time for the meetings will be announced once a firm schedule can be arranged.

Town Hall Office To Close Thursday

STOW – The offices of the town of North Harmony will be closed on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They will be open for court from 5-7 p.m.

JPS Board Seat

Now Available

The Jamestown Public School’s Board of Education is accepting letters of interest for the open board seat due to Timothy Thomas’ resignation. The candidate will fill the open seat until the end of Thomas’ term on June 30, 2014. If the candidate is interested in continuing to serve on the Board of Education, he or she will need to participate in the May 2014 Board of Education Election to run for a three-year term. Candidates must reside within the Jamestown City School District boundaries. Interested candidates can email, mail, fax or drop off a letter of interest, which should include a resume and bio, by the end of the business day on Sept. 3 to: Sue Caronia, District Clerk,197 Martin Road, Jamestown, NY 14701. If an interested candidate has any questions regarding the process, please contact Caronia at 483-4420 or scaronia@jamestown.wnyric.org.

Falconer Streets To Be Paved

FALCONER – The village of Falconer will be milling and repaving Davis Street from West Main Street to Coleson Drive and West Everett Street from Davis Street to South Work Street, beginning Monday. Both streets will be closed to traffic until the job is completed. Residents are urged to have their vehicles out of their driveways by 7 a.m. For more information or questions, call the Falconer Public Works Department, at 665-3000.

Speed Reading Event Planned

ELLINGTON – The Farman Free Library of Ellington will host a Teen Speed Book Review from 5:30-8 p.m. Monday. Teens are encouraged to choose from a variety of new titles and read for 15 minutes per round. They will be given time to discuss the book, characters and plot and if they would recommend the book. Refreshments will be served. Registration is requested by Saturday.

Seniors To Meet For Picnic Lunch

Mayville Senior Citizens will meet for a picnic lunch in the Veterans of Foreign Wars post on Thursday. John Sipos, Cassadaga village historian, will speak on the history of the old County Home in Dewittville. Joyce Ayers welcomed 43 members to a recent meeting. Louise Richir, Dolly Gilbert and Donna Jenks were the committee. Sandra Anderson called table numbers and reminded seniors attending that reservations were currently being accepted for the Oct. 7 to the Ohio Amish Country.

Driving Course Begins 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. Preregister by calling the guidance office at 569-7026 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Concert Series Ends Thursday

BROCTON – The Ahria Hall Memorial Library will end the Summer Concert in the Park series at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Featured will be the band Kokomo. For more information, call 792-9418.

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PSC Hearings To Air This Week

Recent Public Service Commission hearings regarding the potential re-powering of the NRG plant in Dunkirk were taped by Fredonia Access 5 and are currently airing on Access Channel 5 at 4 and 10 p.m. through Friday. The program runs over two hours. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Mayville, Chautauqua, North Harmony, Sherman, Westfield and Portland areas. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

Library To Host Hobbit Party

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Memorial Library will be hosting a Hobbit Party just for teens. The Hobbit Party is for teens, ages of 11-18. Food and drink will be provided along with music, trivia, prizes and more. The Hobbit Party will be Tuesday, at the Lakewood Memorial Library located at 12 Summit St., from 6-7 p.m. Teens are encouraged to come dressed as a hobbit for the chance to win a prize.

Band Boosters Plan Fundraiser

The Falconer Marching Band Boosters will be having a Pizza Hut Fundraiser night on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the Foote Avenue Pizza Hut in Jamestown. The marching band will receive 20 percent of eat-in, delivery, and takeout of orders that have the marching band supporter slip. Supporters can get a slip from any marching band member or you may contact Christine Wright at Falconer Central School.

Bible School Begins Today

FORESTVILLE – Vacation Bible school will be held today through Friday from 6-8 p.m. at United Methodist Church, Park Street, Forestville. Everyone is welcome. Helpers are also invited to assist. Call Karen Kaminski 965-2619 for further information.

Library To Present Puppet Theater

STOCKTON – The Mary E. Seymour Memorial Library will present the Omnipresent Puppet Theater’s production of “Gumshoe McMonocle and the Strange Case of Rumplesomething” on Tuesday, at 2 p.m. in the library. This free, 45-minute performance is open to all children and adults who enjoy fairy tales and detective thrillers. The Seymour library is located at 22 N. Main St. in Stockton. For more information, call 595-3323.

Seniors To Meet Tuesday

Sinclairville Seniors will meet at noon on Tuesday in the Brigg’s pavilion, Stockton Fireman’s Grounds, Stockton. Persons attending should take a dish to pass. All seniors are welcome to attend. For more information, call 962-8411. Thirteen members and two guests attended a recent picnic in the Fireman’s Grounds. Carolyn Hendrickson, assisted by Elaine Titus, led games of bingo. Discussion was on a bus trip to Erie in October to see a musical and dinner in the Station Theater.

VFW Auxiliary Plans Meeting

The Veterans of Foreign Wars 557 Ladies Auxiliary will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the post. Members attending should take a dish to pass for a picnic.

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Church To Give School Supplies

The New Covenant Assembly Church, 17 Arlington Ave., Jamestown, has school supplies to give away including backpacks, crayons, paper, folders, pens and pencils. Items are limited and donations are currently being accepted. Registration will be from 12:30-2 p.m. on Sunday in the church. Pickup will be from 12:30-3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18 in the church on a first-come first-served basis. For more information, contact Brian Carnes, youth pastor, at 665-4688.

Seniors To Meet For Annual Dinner

FREWSBURG – The Carroll Senior Citizens will celebrate with their annual chicken barbecue at noon on Aug. 19 at the Frewsburg American Legion Building. Reservations must be made by Aug. 15 by calling Mary Himes at 569-6110. A special program will follow the barbecue at 1 p.m. All senior citizens 50 years of age or older are invited to attend.

Panama, Clymer To Meet Monday

CLYMER – The Panama Central School Board of Education will hold a joint board meeting with the Clymer Central School Board of Education on Monday at 7 p.m. in the Clymer Central School Music Room. The purpose of the meeting is to continue discussion of a shared superintendent. This meeting is open to the public.

Bible School Begins Monday

ELLINGTON – The Baptist Church of Ellington will host a vacation Bible school Monday through Friday from 6-8:30 p.m. for children in pre-K through sixth grade. The school will include games, snacks, crafts, Bible lessons and a mission trip to the Ellington Town Park. For more information, call Pastor Don Moore at 673-6593.

Music Camps Begin Monday

The Chautauqua Music Camps is accepting applications for 2013. The camp runs Monday-Aug. 17 at Chautauqua Institution. There is a middle school band, advanced middle school/high school orchestra, and high school jazz ensemble. For information, including a downloadable application, visit chautauquamusiccamps.org.

New Student Registration

FREWSBURG – Frewsburg Jr./Sr. High School will begin classes on Tuesday, Sept. 3, starting at 7:40 a.m. The guidance office will be registering new students entering grades 7-12 on Monday and Tuesday; Aug. 26 and 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parents and guardians registering a new student should call the guidance office at 569-7026 to set up an appointment. Please bring the child’s original birth certificate, proof of residency, copies of academic records from the child’s previous school, and health/immunization records.

Girls’ Afternoon Is Monday

ASHVILLE – The Ashville Free Library and the Girls Scouts of Western New York will host a girls’ afternoon from 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Monday in the Library. Participants will learn how to make games and toys from items around the house. Registration is required; forms are available in the library.

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Senior Report

To Host Croscut

Senior Report with Reed Powers will have Fred Croscut as the guest Saturday. Croscut is a Chautauqua County legislator. The live, call-in program airs from 9-10 a.m. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions, comments or a shout-out. The program is rebroadcast each day at 2 and 8 p.m. for some communities. Reed Powers, host of Senior Report, has been producing the television program since 1995. The series highlights senior citizen club news for 15 minutes with the remainder of the hour-long program devoted to the featured guest. The guest is subject to change. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

Gerry Picnic

Set For Saturday

The annual Town of Gerry picnic is set for Saturday, at the Larsen Memorial Town Park on Route 60 beginning at 4 p.m. Spokesperson Nancy Salemme urges all town residents attend for “an evening of good food, music and fellowship with your neighbors.” Music will be provided from 4-6 p.m. by Big River Band, followed by a chicken barbecue prepared by Rick Heath. There will also be games for the kids supervised by Roy and Kathy Bower. Those attending are reminded to bring a lawn chair. A special highlight of the event is the apple pie baking contest. Written instructions for the contest are available at the Gerry post office or the town hall, and pies should be brought to the park by 3:30. In addition, town historian Peggy Heath will have a display featuring the history of the town. Any additional questions can be directed to the town hall at 985-4715.

Steak Bake

Set For Saturday

Steamburg United Methodist Church is having a steak bake Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. The church has started Bible study on Sunday at 10 a.m. with church at 11.

Medical Program To Host Slagle

Medical care law review presented by Patrick J. Slagle, Esq. of Southern Tier Legal Services and a review of Medicare and fraud prevention presented by Ann Marie Hurley will be the topics covered in an Access Channel 5 program produced by Jeff Zook. The programs will air Saturday-Aug. 16 in two parts. The first part runs at 1 and 7 p.m. and the second part at 3 and 9 p.m. Access Channel 5 is available to cable viewers in the Mayville, Chautauqua, North Harmony, Sherman, Westfield and Portland areas. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

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Music Classes Accepting Students

Children’s Music Studio is enrolling children for parent and child music classes. These music and movement classes are based on the internationally renowned Musikgarten curriculum. Children and parents/caregivers sing, dance, play musical games and play instruments. The joy of musicmaking and bonding between parents and children are the benefits. This summer session is held for four weeks and gives participants a taste for the full fifteen week session in the fall. These classes are sponsored by the Community Music Project and are held at the Lutheran. Call Director Melanie Gritters, at 763-7425 for more information and to enroll.

Fundraiser

Set For Sunday

A fundraiser for Anne (Heidorn) VanDerwalker will be held Sunday from 1-4 p.m. at Mojo’s. While on vacation in Florida in May, VanDerwalker was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a disorder in which one’s immune system attacks one’s nerves. She lost all movement in her body, struggled with eating and breathing. After a three-week hospital stay, she moved to a rehab facility before returning home. She is currently unable to return to work. The benefit will be held to cover medical bills. The cost is $15 for adults and $5 for children. Tickets include food, beer and pop. A basket giveaway and 50/50 will be available. Music will be provided by Jeremy “DJ 80NE” Nalbone. Call 720-5092 for more information. Visit fundrazr.com/campaigns/6Z4c1 to donate.

Clothing Sale Now Taking Place

St. Luke’s Thrift Shop, 409 Pine St., between East Fourth and Fifth streets, Jamestown, is having a half-off summer clothing sale. There is still a large selection. Summer sales and receiving hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Tuesday, receiving hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Off-street parking is available in the church lot off of East Fifth Street. Proceeds from the shop are used for local outreach. The all-volunteer local staff includes many from RSVP.

Frewsburg Board To Meet Thursday

FREWSBURG – Frewsburg Central School will conduct its August Board of Education meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. in the middle school/high school library. Prior to the meeting, from 6-7 p.m., there will be a tour of the middle/high school proposed renovation project. The public is welcome to attend both the tour and the meeting.

Bible School Begins Monday

FALCONER – Fellowship at the Cross presents Vacation Bible School 2013: The Wordless Book, Monday-Aug. 16, 4:30-7 p.m., free of charge. The school is for children ages 3 through 12th grade and features dinner, Bible lessons, music, contests, crafts and skits. It will be held at Fellowship at the Cross, 360 E. Elmwood Ave., Falconer. For more information, call 450-9644 or 450-0701.

Rodeo Seniors To Meet Friday

GERRY – The Gerry Rodeo City Senior Citizens will hold their monthly luncheon meeting Friday in the Gerry United Methodist Church at noon. All those attending are asked to bring a dish of food to pass and their own table settings. A program will follow. New members are always welcome.

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Food Truck To Be At Ashville UMC

ASHVILLE – The Western NY Food Express Truck out of Buffalo will be at the Ashville United Methodist Church on Tuesday, from noon-1:30 p.m. and reopening 3:30-5 p.m. The truck brings mostly fresh produce and some stable items. To receive this free food proof of address showing you reside at one of the following zip codes is required: Ashville 14710, Bemus Point 14712, Celoron 14720, Lakewood 14750, Niobe 14758, Panama 14767 and Stow 14785. Please bring your own bags or boxes.

JHS Class Of ’46 Holds Reunion

Jamestown High School class of 1946 held its 67th reunion in Alfies with 47 alumni and guests attending from South Carolina, Arizona, Florida, Ohio and the Jamestown area. Afghans, made by Audrey Johnson Larson, were given away as prizes, including one to Harry Olson for having the most great-grandchildren. The reunion committee will hold a follow-up meeting at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in Friendly’s restaurant. For more information, contact Alice Carlson at 665-5655 or Bev Thorstenson, 484-7231.

Historical Society Program Set

BROCTON – The Chautauqua County Historical Society will host a program on Prisoner of War camps located within the county during World War II. Dunkirk High School Teacher Ryan Corbett will deliver the presentation at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at the J.W. Dill Post 434 of the American Legion in Brocton. Corbett will focus on the POW camps in the area, including providing details of why they were here and the daily life of a German or Italian prisoner. In addition, Corbett will also show a video documentary he and his students produced, featuring interviews and first-hand accounts of local residents who were alive at the time the POW camps were in operation. There is no cost to attend. Light sandwiches and refreshments will be provided. If possible, please RSVP by Friday by calling 326-2977 or email at mcclurg@fairpoint.net.

Bible School To Begin Friday

SOUTH DAYTON – The Cherry Creek and South Dayton United Methodist Churches will host a vacation Bible school Friday through Sunday in the South Dayton Church, 328 Pine St. A family movie, “The Ballad of Little Joe,” music and snacks will be from 6-8 p.m. on Friday; crafts, lunch and music from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday; music and a family picnic from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on Sunday. A Bible lesson will also be presented at each session. There is no charge to attend and the Bible school is open to all ages. For more information, call 988-5977 or 338-8429.

Marching Band Fundraiser Set

FALCONER – The Falconer Marching Band Boosters will be holding a no-price rummage sale on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Falconer American Legion. There will be household items, clothing and lots of back-to-school items available to purchase for a donation to the marching band. Hot dogs, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase as well. Across the street at Ellizon Bronze the marching band will also be having a car wash. All the proceeds will be utilized for the upcoming competition season. Rain date for the combined fundraiser is Saturday, Aug. 17.

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Spanos Is Guest On Senior Report

“Senior Report with Reed Powers” will have MaryAnn Spanos as the guest Saturday. Spanos is director of the Chautauqua County Office for the Aging. The live, call-in program airs from 9-10 a.m. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions or comments. The program is rebroadcast each day at 2 and 8 p.m. for some communities. Reed Powers, host of Senior Report, has been producing the television program since 1995. The series highlights senior citizen club news for 15 minutes with the remainder of the hour-long program devoted to the featured guest. The guest is subject to change. The show originates at the Access Channel 5 studio in Mayville. Viewers should note that all area public access channels have been dropped from Time Warner’s analog service, but can be received on digital service with a converter or on a digital television that has been recently autoscanned.

Bag Sale To Begin Tuesday

Community Helping Hands will hold its August Bag Sale from Tuesday through Saturday with a special preview day on Friday. New items are put out everyday, come find a treasure and support a charity that helps local families in need. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon. Located at the Gateway Center, 31 Water St. off Foote Avenue in Jamestown. Call 487-1488 for more information.

Bible School Begins Monday

KENNEDY – Clark’s Corners Community Church, Kennedy, will host “SonWest Roundup,” a vacation Bible school from 6-8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Classes are available for children, age 3 through the sixth grade. For more information, call 665-2691 or 267-3122.

Panama School Board To Meet

PANAMA – The Panama Central School Board of Education will hold its scheduled board meeting Monday at 7 p.m. in the boardroom. This meeting is open to the public.

Knife Thrower Coming To Area

The First Baptist Church of Frewsburg will present Johnny Bailey on Sunday at 10:45 a.m. and Monday at 7 p.m. Bailey is a three-time world champion knife thrower as well as in the Guinness World Book of Records for bullwhipping. He will be doing a demonstration of these skills at the First Baptist Church located at 17 E. Main St. in Frewsburg. Call 708-1981 for more information.

JPS Board To Gather Tuesday

The Jamestown Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday in the board room at 197 Martin Road. The public is invited to attend.

Sewer District Sets Meeting

The South & Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer District administrative board will meet Tuesday, at the Water Pollution Control Facility at 4 p.m.

Catt. County Board To Meet

ALLEGANY – The next meeting of the Cattaraugus County Board of Health is set for Wednesday, at noon at the St. Bonaventure Clubhouse Restaurant, Route 417, Allegany.

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School Supplies Being Accepted

New Covenant Assembly Church, 17 Arlington Ave., Jamestown, is collecting school supplies which will be distributed to area youth Sunday, Aug. 18, in the church. Items needed include backpacks, pens, pencils, erasers, glue sticks, notebook paper, binders, tissues and other school related items. These items can be dropped off at the church each Sunday at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. or to arrange a pickup, call the church at 665-4688. Youth must be signed up ahead of time to receive the school items and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian on a first come, first serve basis. Signup times are from 12:30-2 p.m. Sunday, and Sunday, Aug. 11, in the church. For more information, call the church or email newcovenantassembly@jesusanswers.com.

Annual Reunion Set For Saturday

STOCKTON – Descendants of Thomas Waite will gather for the annual family reunion on Saturday in the Chautauqua County Fireman’s Grounds, Stockton. Those persons attending should take a dish to pass, table service and $5 to cover the cost of the pavilion and postage. Lemonade and coffee will be provided. Children’s games will be played.

Puppet Theater Set For Saturday

BUSTI – The Hazeltine Public Library will host the Omnipresent Puppet Theater on Saturday at 10 a.m., at the Busti Fire Department Gazebo. A puppet mystery will be presented, entitled “Gumshoe McMonocle and the Strange Case of Rumpelsomething.” This entertaining puppet show is based on the story of Rumpelstiltskin If it rains, the puppet show will be held at the Busti Federated Church, across the street from the gazebo. Call the library at 487-1281 with any questions.

Rummage Sale Set For Saturday

Bethel Lutheran Church, 904 West Third St., Jamestown, will be holding a church rummage sale Saturday to coincide with the Cook Avenue and Wild West Side Street sales on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Many new and brand name items will be for sale.

JHS Class Of

’58 To Gather

The Jamestown High School class of 1958 will celebrate their 55th reunion with a three-day event to be held Aug. 30 through Sept. 1. The event will begin Friday evening with an informal gathering at 6 p.m. at the Greek Club, catered by Mariner’s Pier Express. The dinner dance will be held Saturday evening from 6-11 p.m. at the Moon Brook Country Club. A farewell brunch, prepared by Chef Bill Miley, will conclude the event at the Jamestown Elks Club at 11 a.m. Sunday. If you are interested in attending, and have not yet made reservations, please call Mary Bandish, chairman, before Aug. 10 at 484-3392.

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