"Fredonia Gives Thanks," a one-of-a-kind opportunity for the campus and community to tour the SUNY Fredonia President's Home and learn about its history, will be held Nov. 10 from 1 to 4 p.m.
SUNY Fredonia President Virginia Horvath, her husband Dr. Brooke Horvath, and the campus Advanced Leadership Development Program will host the open house, which includes a self-guided tour. In the spirit of giving, each guest is asked to bring a non-perishable food item which will be donated to the Friendly Kitchen of Dunkirk.
Fredonia's own a cappella groups such as Some Like It Hot, The Riveters and The Guerrillas will also perform. An array of fall treats and beverages will be served by the Faculty Student Association.
For further information on "Fredonia Gives Thanks," contact Jenna Eckl at eckl1263@fredonia.edu.
Balloon Crew Walk MS Team to be at Holiday Craft and Gift Show
On Nov. 10, the Ag & Expo Building at The Chautauqua County Fairgrounds will be the sight of the Holiday Craft and Gift Show. The show will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and feature local artisans, crafters and a few home-based businesses. Food will also be available for purchase.
This year the fundraiser booth will be manned by The Balloon Crew Walk MS Team. The Balloon Crew is a friends and family team sponsored by the Paper Factory. They hold several fundraising events during the year for Walk MS. All funds raised go directly to the National MS Society for research and services, and the costs associated with these.
The fundraiser will be a theme gift basket silent auction. There will be a number of baskets to choose from. Five dollars will give you 25 chances to win There will also be a raffle for a hand-crafted and decorated, lighted pinecone Christmas tree.
You can also help by dropping off your used laser and inkjet print cartridges, old cell phones, cameras or other small electronics. These can be dropped off at the booth or at The Paper Factory at anytime.
Fredonia leaf pickup begins Monday
The village of Fredonia will start the fall leaf collection Monday, Nov. 5. Residents may rake leaves to the curb or place bagged leaves at the curb for pickup.
There will be one crew for loose leaves and one crew for bagged leaves.
Residents may also bring bagged leaves to the Department of Public Works, 176 Eagle St. at any time and empty their bags in the area provided.
