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Grape Belt Seniors eye trips

Grape Belt Seniors meet for aerobics and weights class on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Masonic Lodge in Fredonia from 9 to 10 a.m. you do need to be a member to attend. The next day trip is set for Sept. 22 and we are going to Niagara On The Lake to see the Tony Award Winner ...

Get ready for Medicare open enrollment

The Medicare Fall Open Enrollment 2023 season is here and that means your mailbox gets bombarded with advertisements. Every time you turn on the television you hear another commercial about Medicare plans. It is by far the most confusing time of year for most Medicare beneficiaries: October 15th – Dec. 7th. WHAT SHOULD I DO DURING THE MEDICARE FALL OPEN ENROLLMENT? Many beneficiaries know they need to be doing something during the Medicare Fall Open Enrollment each year, but they are not sure what. The constant radio and television ads cause people anxiety because they wonder if ...

Still time to soak in sun, sights of county

August is such a wonderful time in Chautauqua County. So much to see and do. Hopefully, you are taking advantage of all the outdoor activities including music, festivals, Chautauqua Institution, National Comedy Center, or just enjoying the numerous parks, trails, and lakes. When I am looking for an activity on any particular day, I visit the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau at www.tourchautauqua.com for a full list of activities and events. I also love August for the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables that it brings to our table. I love to garden but I also take advantage of ...

Is your home still the best option?

Home is where our heart is. A safe place that is comforting and familiar. We plan to live out our lives in our homes. There may be situations where we may need to spend time or move into places that provide care. Nevertheless, home is where you are. It is your place, your space, with your things that are important to you and important for you. Chautauqua County NY Connects program is here for all kinds of information. It is an aging and disability resource center right here and available to you. NY Connects has information and assistance and can help you in connecting to services; ...

Grape Belt Seniors plan coming events

Come join the Grape Belt Seniors on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays at the Masonic Lodge from 9 to 10 a.m. for the aerobics and weights class. Participants will have a great time and enjoy every minute. You do have to be a member to attend. The next day trip is on Sept. 22, going to Niagara On ...

SPECIAL CELEBRATION: Milestone birthdays

Photo by Sue Ann Ford The families of Delbert and Sylvia Nickerson united for a reunion to celebrate the ninetieth birthdays of the couple. Family members gathered from many states to celebrate Delbert, who was born October 6, 1932, and Sylvia, born August 2, 1932. The Nickersons reside on ...