Community Notebook

Walk 4 Paws

The Walk 4 Paws will be held Saturday at the Chau-tauqua Institution Market Gate area. Check-in begins at 9 a.m. with the walk, awards and complimentary refreshments following. Community members walk alongside their favorite pets and get personal sponsors to help raise money for the Chautauqua County Hu-mane Society. Awards will be given to individuals with high fundraising totals and for the best pet costumes. The public can participate in teams. Dogs and other animals are welcome. Reg-ister online at spcapets.com or pick up materials at the shelter, or call 665-2209 ext. 213 for details.

Open house Saturday

The Northern Chautau-qua Rifle and Pistol Club, 2 Porter Ave., Fredonia, will hold an open house Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featured will be gun displays, raffles, reloading displays and 22 bolt action rifle live shooting. For details about the event, call 672-3488. To learn more about the club, visit www.NCRandPC.com.

Fall Festival and Pork Dinner Saturday

St. Aloysius Regional School will hold its Fall Festival and Pork Dinner Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (or sold out) at St. Al’s Parish Hall, 186 Franklin St., Springville.

The cost for the dinner is $9. Patrons can dine in or take out. Fall harvest items and baked goods will be available for purchase. There will be children’s activities and a silent auction with fall-themed items.

Steak, Ham and Turkey Party Saturday

J. Carter Knapp Post 953, Forestville American Legion, 6 Cedar St. Forestville, will hold their annual Steak, Ham, and Turkey Party on Saturday at 7 p.m. There will be a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and ticket drawings for $100, $50 and $25. Admission is free. Food and beverages will be provided. Everyone is welcome.

Fire Prevention Day

The Dunkirk Home De-pot will hold its 12th An-nual Fire Prevention Day Saturday at the Vineyard Drive site from 9 a.m. until noon, rain or shine.

There will be several area fire departments displaying a variety of apparatus, Sparky the fire dog, the Dunkirk Fire Department’s House of Safety, the Masons will run their child ID program, the Home Depot Kid’s workshop, face painting, music, vendors, and more.

Gowanda Police K9 Mike memorial service Saturday

The Gowanda Police Department will hold a memorial service for K9 Mike, who recently passed away. The service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Chang Hu Park. In case of inclement weather, the service will be held at the Gowanda Free Methodist Church, 149 W. Main St.

Comedy night

There will be a Comedy Night and raffles to benefit the Centaur Stride Therapeutic Riding Center on Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. at the East Dunkirk Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road. Tickets are $25. There will be beer, wine, food and laughter. The event features comedians Nick Siracuse and Friends. Patrons must be 21. Call Connie at 672-9588 for tickets and reservations. Tickets can be bought at the door.

Holiday Arts and Crafts

The Hartfield Ladies Auxiliary hosts its 2nd annual Holiday Arts and Crafts in October Saturday at the Hartfield Fire Hall, Elmwood Road, Mayville, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For details, call Karen 753-2780.

Ormsby to appear on Chautauqua Sunrise

Chautauqua Sunrise will feature Dr. Lauren Ormsby as the guest Saturday. Ormsby will discuss Common Core curriculum. The show will be hosted by Doc Hamels. The live, call-in program airs from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions, comments or a shout-out. The program is rebroadcast each day at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. for some communities.

Chautauqua Sunrise is shown live on Saturday mornings on Time Warner cable systems covering the following communities: Brocton, Cassadaga, Chaut-auqua, Fredonia, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Ripley, Sherman, Stockton and Westfield on Channel 5. In Dunkirk, Falconer, For-estville, Hanover, Irving, Jamestown, Lakewood and Silver Creek the program is on channel 19. The show originates at the Access Channel 5 studio in Mayville.

The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website ac5.weebly.com/

Read-a-thon Thursday

The Sinclairville Free Library Read-a-thon will be held at the library Thursday from 2 and 7 p.m.

Of the funds raised, the Libri Foundation will match $350 at a 2 to 1 ratio for the purchase of new hardcover children’s books.

Participants are asked to pick up sponsor sheets at the library and gather pledges in support of their reading. Readers are not required to participate for the entire time period. So, if readers have only an hour to spare, they can join the Read-a-thon at any time. Prizes will be awarded hour-ly and refreshments provided. One can also participate by sending a donation in support of this fundraiser. Call the library at 962-5885 for more information.

Harvest dinner Friday

A Harvest Dinner is scheduled for Friday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield. The featured entree is roast turkey. The meal also includes side dishes, beverage and dessert. The cost is adults: $10, and children 10 and under: $5. Patrons may dine in or take out.

For free delivery, call the church office by noon at 326-2643 on the day of the dinner.

Pancake breakfast

The Dunkirk Historical Society is holding a Pancake Breakfast Saturday at Apple-bee’s on Vineyard Drive. Tickets are $6 and are available from members, at the door or by calling 366-3797.

Elvis competition

Moose Lodge 118 of 19 Clinton St., Westfield will present the “Reflections of the King 2014 Elvis Competition” Friday and Saturday.

On Friday, the Elvis Champion’s Showcase and Contest begins at 8:30 p.m.

On Saturday, the Elvis Champion’s Showcase will begin at 4:30 p.m., with the Legends Live at 5:30 p.m.

Advance tickets can be purchased for both days at $36 per person, or for one day at $20 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $22 per person per day.

Food will be available for purchase both days from 5 to 9 p.m. There will also be raffles and door prizes.

Proceeds from this community service event will be donated to St. Jude’s Child-ren’s Research Hospital.

Water project budget meeting today

The Dunkirk Common Council Finance Committee is scheduled to meet today at 6 p.m. to review Fund 15, which involves all expenses related to the water filtration plant upgrades and consent order items that required the upgrades. Fiscal Affairs Officer Rich Halas asked for the meeting to explain the process and status of Fund 15.

Indoor yard sale

St. Joseph’s Church at 71 E. Main St. in Gowanda will hold an indoor yard sale in the school.

There are many school-related items such as, desks, chairs, book cases, filing cabinets, art supplies, electronics, knick knacks and library books. The sale will be on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon both days

Blood drive Wednesday

The Cassadaga Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will host a Community Blood Drive on Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Community Building/Fire Hall. The auxiliary will draw one lucky donor to receive a gift card at the end of the drive.

Main Street Extension paving today

H. Olsen & Sons, the city of Dunkirk paving contractor, will be paving Main Street Extension between Newton Street and the railroad tracks near Fieldbrook Foods beginning early this morning. Motorists should use an alternate route.

Cassadaga Job Corps Academy to host

informational session

The Cassadaga Job Corps Academy will host an informational session and tour on its campus at 8115 Glasgow Road, Cassadaga, on Thursday beginning at 10 a.m.

The Cassadaga Job Corps provides training to begin a career in the healthcare, construction, and the security industries, as well as high school equivalency classes to those in need of a diploma. Training in certified nurse aide, carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical are available as well as the advanced training for licensed practical nurse.

The academy will accept young adults, age 16-24, who are committed to a rigorous education and training program that are prepared to launch a career. Applicants can apply for on-center living or non-residential status, and all applicants will enroll on a full federal scholarship if accepted.

Contact EJ Hayes, admissions counselor, at 595-4298 or hayes.edward@jobcorps.org for more information on income and other eligibility factors, and to reserve a spot for the upcoming tour. For more information, visit cassadaga.jobcorps.gov.

Pomfret Town Board meeting briefly today

The Pomfret Town Board will meet briefly today at 5:15 p.m. in the town hall for the purpose of receiving the tentative town budget.

Harrington Road

closure

Railroad crews are making repairs to the Harrington Road railroad crossing in the town of Sheridan. The road is closed to all traffic at the railroad crossing until around 5 p.m. on Wednesday. A detour will not be posted. Plan on taking an alternate route if necessary.

Gas price rises

Average retail gasoline prices in Rochester have risen 0.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.56/g Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 319 gas outlets in Rochester. This compares with the national average that has increased 1.2 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.34/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.

Community Notebook

Blood drive Tuesday

in Cassadaga

The Community Blood Bank is hosting a community blood drive at the Cassadaga Fire Department Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m.

No appointments are needed, all walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment in advance, visit fourhearts.org/donate.

Forestville’s own Antique Roadshow

The Forestville Fall Festival brings back a popular attraction.

Jim Tofil will appraise your antiques at the high school on Saturday and Sun-day. It is $5 per item. Your ugly or beautiful antique could be worth millions.

Also, remember the chili cook-off contest on Satur-day. Entries for the amateur photo and jack-o-lantern contest are due on Friday.

Rummage sale

The fall edition of the Trinity Episcopal Church Women’s rummage sale is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

The sale features treasures just waiting to be discovered. All items are in good condition and ready to find a new home.

All the proceeds are used to support local needs such as the Friendly Kitchen and the Rural Ministry. The sale will be held in Garland Hall, 11 Day St. Please use the back entrance.

Indoor yard sale in Fredonia this weekend

St. Joseph’s Church at 71 E. Main St. in Fredonia will hold an indoor yard sale in the school. There are many school-related items such as desks, chairs, book cases, filing cabinets, art supplies, electronics, knick knacks and library books.

The sale will be on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon both days.

Walk Against Domestic Violence and Unity Day Celebration Friday

October is National Do-mestic Violence Awareness Month. The Chautauqua County Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault will sponsor its 17th Annual Walk Against Domestic Violence and 12th Annual Unity Day Celebration on Friday.

The Walk begins at noon at the Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena and commences down Third Street to Tracy Plaza. The Unity Day Celebration will be held inside the lobby of City Hall immediately following the walk. Keynote speaker for the event will be Assistant District Attorney Rachel Roberts of the Chautauqua County District Attorney’s Office.

A light lunch will be served to those in attendance. This event is free and open to the public.

This is not a fund-raising event.

Perrysburg to hold

special meeting Wednesday

The Perrysburg Town Board will host a special town board meeting on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Perrysburg Town Hall, 10460 Peck Hill Road.

The purpose of this meeting will be the presentation of the 2015 tentative budget to the board. The public is invited to attend.

Brocton railroad

closure starts today

The railroad crossing on Central Avenue in the village of Brocton will be closed starting today and will last until Friday.

Pomfret seeks

members for zoning,

planning boards

The town of Pomfret is seeking interested parties to serve on the zoning board of appeals and the planning board. One open board seat is currently available on each board.

Anyone living within the town (including the village of Fredonia) and interested in serving on either board is asked to submit a letter of interest to the following address: Pomfret Town Clerk, 9 Day St., Fredonia, NY 14063.

Any questions regarding the responsibilities and duties involved with serving on either board may be directed to the zoning and planning clerk at 672-6888 ext. 7.

Gowanda to host workshop meeting today

The Gowanda Village Board will host a workshop meeting today at 6 p.m. in the board room at Village Hall, 27 E. Main St.

LWV Chautauqua Luncheon with Michael Pease Wednesday

On Wednesday, the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County will host a “Hot Topics” luncheon at the Clarion Hotel at noon. Chief Executive Of-ficer of the Chautauqua Center Michael Pease will inform attendees about the center and also discuss how the Affordable Care Act responds to the needs of seniors, Medicare/Medicaid clients, the indigent, and health centers. Access and insurance will be key topics. Pease has been the driving administrative force in the organization and implementation of this primary care effort.

The Chautauqua Center is a federally qualified health center providing family medicine and wellness outpatient services to individuals of all ages. It accepts a wide range of insurances and has a sliding scale available for self-pay.

If a person does not have a primary care coordinator or simply cannot get an appointment in a timely manner, they can contact The Chautauqua Center. The patient-centered service principles are access, treatment, education, and prevention, delivered by friendly and professional clinic and administrative teams.

For reservations, call 672-4275. If you wish to hear the speaker only, call as well so officials can provide seating for you.

Community Notebook

Hanford Bay railroad crossing closed

The Hanford Bay railroad crossing will be closed beginning today at 5 a.m. for repairs. The repairs will take approximately three days. The access road is open for residents to use. Travelers are asked to go slow and obey traffic signs on the access road.

Dunkin’ Donuts fundraiser for Food Bank of WNY Monday

Dunkin’ Donuts will celebrate National Coffee Day with a major coffee donation to the Food Bank of Western New York.

The coffee donation coincides with the recent launch of Dunkin’ Dark Roast in Buffalo and nationwide. On Monday, National Coffee Day, guests can walk into any participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant in the greater Buffalo area and receive a free medium cup of Dunkin’ Donuts hot Dark Roast Coffee.

The Food Bank is the primary hunger relief organization in Western New York, supporting 340 member agencies. For every dollar raised, the Food Bank is able to obtain five pounds of food and distribute that food to more than 96,000 individuals and 34,030 households each month in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties; 38,685 are children and 7,847 are seniors.

Improving balance program for seniors at Brooks

The devastating effects of falls and broken bones are a feared risk as people age. To combat the potential outcomes seniors may face, the Physical Therapy Department at Brooks Memorial Hospital has developed a program to help seniors ‘stay balanced.’ Further, it can significantly lower the risk of falls and the potentially life-changing consequences.

On Sept. 30, Brooks will begin offering the “Brooks Balance Clinic: Staying Balanced Throughout Your Life.” The clinic consists of 10 ‘wellness and balance’ program sessions focused on strategies for staying balanced, decreasing the risk of falls and improving postural control.

The clinic will meet twice-weekly, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m., for five consecutive weeks. The program sessions will be held at the Brooks Memorial Hospital Physical Therapy Department at 529 Central Ave., in Dunkirk. The cost for the program is $13 per session.

For more information or to register for the program, call 363-3092.

Fredonia yard waste pickup to begin Monday

The village of Fredonia will be picking up limbs and yard waste beginning Monday, unless preempted for road maintenance operations, in which case the scheduled pick up will resume on the next available day.

Collection will begin at 7 a.m. and continue until every village street has been collected once. Bags and brush are collected separately by different crews. All items for collection must be at the curb no later than 7 a.m. Monday morning. In no case will there be repeat collection of areas completed.

All yard waste must be bagged and all limbs and brush must be tied with twine. Limbs and brush must be cut no longer than 4 feet in length with bundles being no larger than 18 inches in diameter. Bundles and bags are limited to 65 pounds in weight. There is no collection of loose material at this time.

Residents are reminded that it is illegal to place leaves and grass into the street at any time.

Village residents may bring bagged yard waste and bundled brush to the designated area at the DPW yard, 176 Eagle St., at any time. The drop-off area will be available until further notice. Remember to empty your bags.

The cooperation of residents is greatly appreciated.

Gowanda to host workshop meeting

The Gowanda Village Board will host a workshop meeting on Monday at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place in the board room at Village Hall, 27 E. Main St.

Community Notebook

Drug drop off today in city

The city of Dunkirk Police Department, WCA Alstar Ambulance, the village of Fredonia Police Department, SUNY Fredonia Police and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department, in cooperation with the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, are coordinating National Prescription Drug Dropoff Day today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WCA Alstar Services has again provided its north county headquarters as a site for a drive-in dropoff location at its location on Orchard Street behind School 3 at Route 60 in the city. Prescriptions can be dropped off with no questions asked.

City paving moving along

The city of Dunkirk Department of Public Works Department has announced that H. Olsen & Son, the city’s 2014 pavement contractor, finished the Point Gratiot area hot-in-place cover and the hot-in-place cover around School No. 5 on Friday. The crew will next move to the city’s Fourth Ward to finish hot-in-place cover today. The DPW thanks residents and motorists for their patience and caution.

Brocton railroad closure starts Monday

The railroad crossing on Central Avenue in the village of Brocton will be closed starting Monday, Sept. 29. The closure will last until Friday, Oct. 3.

Fredonia yard waste pickup to begin Monday

Residents are reminded that it is illegal to place leaves and grass into the street at any time.

The cooperation of residents is greatly appreciated.

Community Notebook

Blood drive Tuesday

The Community Blood Bank is hosting a community blood drive at Cassadaga Fire Department on Tuesday. The blood drive will be held from 3 to 6 p.m.

No appointments are needed, all walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment in advance, please visit fourhearts.org/donate.

Forestville’s own Antique Roadshow

The Forestville Fall Festival brings back a popular attraction.

Jim Tofil will appraise your antiques at the high school on Oct. 4 and Oct. 5. It is $5 per item. Your ugly or beautiful antique could be worth millions.

Also, remember the chili cook-off contest on Oct. 4. Entries for the amateur photo and jack-o-lantern contest are due on Oct. 3.

Card party Wednesday

The East Dunkirk Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will host its annual card party on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the East Dunkirk Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road. Admission is $3. Tickets will be available at the door. Refreshments will be provided.

5k run, walk set for Saturday

For registration or to be a sponsor, go to www.stepupforkidsny.org or www.capjustice.org. Registration Fees: $20 Individual. Adult rate $25. Family rate is $50. Kids 6-12 need to be accompanied by an adult and cost is $12.

Gowanda to host

public hearing Tuesday

The Gowanda Village Board will host a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant program at its next regular meeting on Tuesday. The public hearing will start at 7:30 p.m.

Pups With Cuffs Run for the Law Saturday

Chautauqua Chapter of American Bikers Aimed Toward Education of NY will host a fundraiser for the Chautauqua County K9 Division, Pups With Cuffs Run for the Law. The event will be held Saturday at St. Stephen’s Hotel, 2 W. Main St, Brocton. The motorcycle run registration will be 10:30 a.m. until noon. Kickstands up at noon.

The $15 per person cost includes a beef on weck dinner. Dinner will be served to the public starting at 1 p.m. Deputy Jason Beicher and his K9 will be providing demonstrations. The NY Masonics Children Safety ID program on site from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at no cost to the public. Live Music by Lock Down will be provided from 7 to 11 p.m. For more information, call 410-0845.

Community Notebook

‘Step Up for Autism’ event Saturday

The Resource Center will hold its fifth annual “Step Up for Autism” event on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The walk begins at The Resource Center Administrative Offices, 200 Dunham Ave., Jamestown. The registration fee is $20. Registration will be from 9:15 to 10 a.m. At 10:15 a.m., the 1.5 mile walk begins to Lucille Ball Memorial Park on Chautauqua Lake. At 11:30 a.m. there will be lunch, followed by games, a silent auction, a cake auction, face painting, etc. Money raised from Step Up for Autism stays in Chautauqua County and supports the TRC SUCCESS Program (for children and young adults who are on the autism spectrum) and the Sibshops, which are a type of support group for children who have a sibling with special needs.

Walk-a-thon Saturday

The Dunkirk Camp and Conference Center will hold a Walk-a-thon and Chiavetta’s barbecue on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. James UCC, 76 Main St., Hamburg. Participants can register for the walk online at www.dunkirkcc. com. There is no registration fee, but walkers are asked to bring sponsors. The event will be held rain or shine. Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue will be available at a cost of $9 per ticket from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Pre-sale tickets are available online. There will also be a bounce house and face painting.

Proceeds support the DCC Send a Kid to Camp Program.

Coin show Sunday

The Lakeshore Coin Club will hold its annual coin show on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Dunkirk Moose Lodge, 296 Lake Shore Drive West, Dunkirk. Admission is free. Dealers will be on hand to buy, sell and appraise U.S., ancient and foreign coins and currency. This event is open to the public. All are welcome.

Southern Tier Bills Boosters meet Sunday

The Southern Tier Bills Booster Club will watch the Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans game on Sunday at the Dom Polski Club, 179 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Sausage sandwiches will be provided at halftime. Members may bring a dish to pass. The gathering will be held upstairs in the Club. There is a $5 charge for guests. Membership for the Southern Tier Bills Booster Club is only $10. For details, call Arlene Williams at 366-4552.

Joint mixer today

Please join the Dunkirk and Fredonia Community Chambers of Commerce as they meet for a joint After-hours Mixer, today at Katerina’s, above Demetri’s Restaurant at Lake Shore Drive West and Central Avenue in Dunkirk.

All chamber member businesses and their guests are encouraged to attend this networking event. The evening’s featured speaker is Irene Dobies of the Small Business Development Corp. The event will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per person and several Greek specialty foods and hors d’oeuvres will be available for guests and a cash bar will be provided.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to reach out and make new connections.

Chamber members can register online or with the Chamber by phone at 366-6200.

5k run, walk set

for Saturday

“Step Up for Kids” offers a statewide 5K run/walk and kid’s hero run for child advocacy programs. Chautauqua County Child Advocacy Program is hosting this annual event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at The RED House on Frisbee Road. The 5K run/walk will stretch along the beautiful scenic route of Cassadaga Lake called Swans on the Lake. For registration or to be a sponsor, go to www.stepupforkidsny.org or www.capjustice.org. Registration Fees: $20 Individual. Adult rate $25. Family rate is $50. Kids 6-12 need to be accompanied by an adult and cost is $12.

Community Notebook

Tailgate party Sunday

Relay for Life team Lucky 777 will hold a tailgate party beginning at noon Sunday at the First Ward Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive East, Dunkirk. There will be raffles, silent auctions, (large prize auction featuring hand-scrolled items), and 50/50. Starting at 1 p.m., the Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans game will be featured on large screen TVs throughout the club. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Parks Commission meets Thursday

The Chautauqua County Parks Commission will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Chautauqua County Airport in Jamestown. The public is welcome to attend.

Cassadaga Job Corps Academy to host

informational session

The Cassadaga Job Corps Academy will host an informational session and tour on its campus at 8115 Glasgow Road in Cassadaga Thursday at 10 a.m. CJCA provides training to begin a career in the healthcare, construction and the security industries, plus high school equivalency classes to those in need of a diploma.

Training in certified nurse aide, carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical are available as is advanced training for licensed practical nurse.

CJCA will accept young adults, age 16-24, who are committed to a rigorous education and training program that are prepared to launch a career.

Contact the admissions office at 595-4298 for more information on income and other eligibility factors, and to reserve a spot for the upcoming tour. For more information, visit cassadaga.jobcorps.gov.

Book signing Saturday

Sheridan VFW Post 6390 presents a book signing on Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the VFW Post, Route 20. Bemus Point resident Deborah (Pace) Madar, author of the new novel, “Convergence,” will sign copies of her book, which will be available for purchase. Madar was born in Buffalo, grew up in Sheridan, and graduated from Cardinal Mindszenty High School and Fredonia State. She taught high school English for 26 years before her retirement in 2005 from Chautauqua Lake Central School. Her novel showcases the area.

Busti Apple Harvest Festival Sunday

The Busti Apple Harvest Festival will be held Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Busti Mill and Festival Grounds, Lawson Road and Mill Street in Busti. Admission is $3, with children under 12 admitted free. See the working mill, or enjoy a stagecoach ride. Items for purchase include homemade pies, apple butter, fresh cider, apples, stone ground flour, and NYS Cheese. There will be over 100 handicraft and sale booths. Ralph Sandquist, world class wood carver, will be carving in the demonstration building. WJTN’s Jim Roselle and Walt Pickut, editor of the Jamestown Gazette, will discuss and sell their book. The festival requests that pets be left at home for the safety of patrons and of the animals. The event is sponsored by the Busti Historical Society.

Roast beef dinner

There will be a roast beef dinner, served family style at the Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, 10893 Sisson Highway (Route 75) in Langford Sunday from noon until sold out. The menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh garden vegetables, coleslaw, rolls and butter and homemade pies. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 12, and children under 5 eat for free.

Town of Dunkirk seeks planning board member

The Town of Dunkirk is looking for a planning board member due to a vacancy on the board. Any town resident interested in serving on the board should submit a letter to the Personnel Committee, Town of Dunkirk, 4737 Willow Road, Dunkirk.

ABATE?fundraiser

Chautauqua Chapter of American Bikers Aimed Toward Education of NY will host a fundraiser for the Chautauqua County K9 Division, Pups With Cuffs Run for the Law. The event will be held Friday at the St. Stephen’s Hotel, 2 W. Main St, Brocton. The motorcycle run registration will be 10:30 a.m. until noon. Kickstands up at noon.

Joint mixer Thursday

Please join the Dunkirk and Fredonia Community Chambers of Commerce as they meet for a joint After-hours Mixer, Thursday at Katerina’s, above Demetri’s Restaurant at Lake Shore Drive West and Central Avenue in Dunkirk.

Chamber members can register online or with the Chamber at 366-6200.

Children’s Concert Series starts Saturday

The first of the Children’s Concerts Series presented by the State University of New York at Fredonia School of Music will take place Saturday at the Dunkirk Free Library, 536 Central Ave., Dunkirk. There will be two half-hour performances, one at 10:30 and the other at 11:30 a.m.

The concerts are designed to introduce children from infants to 6 year olds to musical instruments. Families are encouraged to bring blankets or carpet squares so that the children can sit close to the musicians.

The Fredonia World Mallets Ensemble will perform. Call 673-4628 for details. This is a free event.

Community Notebook

Coin show Sunday

Lakeshore Humane Society to hold Pet Adoption Day/Open House Saturday

The Lakeshore Humane Society will hold a Pet Adoption Day/Open House at its Adoption Center on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk. The public is invited to see the facility, and meet the dogs and cats who need caring homes. Call 672-1991 or see www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org for more information.

Raquel Spears-Nichols to appear on Chautauqua Sunrise

Chautauqua Sunrise will feature Raquel Spears-Nichols as the guest on Saturday. Spears-Nichols is with Chautauqua Opportunities Family Services. The show will be hosted by Doc Hamels. The live, call-in program airs from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions, comments or a shout-out. The program is rebroadcast each day at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. for some communities. The guest is subject to change.

Chautauqua Sunrise 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. Programming from Access Channel 5 (channel 21.4 on a QAM digital TV) is also aired each evening in the town of Hanover on cable channel 12 (channel 98.3 on a QAM digital TV).

The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s web site ac5.weebly.com/

Pre-K spots available

Dunkirk City School District Universal Pre-kindergarten PM spots are still available. If interested, call Sue Ferry in the registration office at 366-9300 ext. 2002 in order to make an appointment. Bring a birth certificate, immunization records, proof of address, parents’ identification and if applicable custody papers to an appointment.

Story time Thursday

Miss Helen presents story time at the Anderson-Lee Library each Thursday from Thursday through Nov. 20 and Dec. 4 through Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m. There will be reading, singing, rhymes, and fun crafts. This program is for children ages 2 to 5. Younger children under 3 1/2 will need their parent/caregiver present. Registration is not required. Call 934-3468 or stop by 43 Main St. in Silver Creek for more information.

Post 62 flag ceremony

Dunkirk Memorial Post 62 will hold an Unserviceable Flag Ceremony at the Fireman’s Training Grounds, Brigham Road, Dunkirk on Saturday at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend the ceremony and bring any flags they may have to be disposed of properly or they can be dropped off at Post 62 at 211 Central Ave. any day after 3 p.m.

Leon Down Home Days

The Leon Down Home Days are scheduled Saturday. Events begin at 9 a.m. Sign-up for the driving and riding obstacle courses and the cowboy obstacle course begins at 7 a.m. at the Town Barns across from the fire hall. The sign-up for the small livestock obstacle course starts at 9 a.m. Fees for the horse classes are: adults $20, youth 17 and under $15. The cost for the livestock class is $5. For horses, negative coggins and rabies are required. Livestock need current health certificates and shots. The day also features community wide lawn sales, and refreshments will be available. For details contact Luke at 225-2270 or Pat 296-5709.

Joint mixer Thursday

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to reach out and make new connections.

Chamber members can register online or with the Chamber by phone at 366-6200.

Street closing today

City of Dunkirk Department of Public Works had announced that N. Jerboa Street between E. Pine Street and Lakefront Boulevard will be closed today for drainage work beginning at 8 a.m.

Gas price falls

Average retail gasoline prices in Rochester have fallen 0.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.59/g Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 319 gas outlets in Rochester. This compares with the national average that has fallen 3.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.34/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Rochester during the past week, prices Sunday were 20.0 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 5.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 8.1 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 15.0 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

Community Notebook

Canine rescue

fundraiser Friday

Bob Evans in Dunkirk will host a Dine to Make a Dif-ference Community Fund-raiser for Northern Chautau-qua Canine Rescue on Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fifteen percent of sales will be donated to NCCR when a donation flyer is presented. Flyers can be obtained from NCCR’s website at www.caninerescue.org, by calling 326-PAWS, or stop by the shelter during their open hours from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Gowanda flu shot clinic

There will be a flu shot clinic Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. at Valley Pharmacy and Medical Supplies, 31 W. Main St., Gowanda, sponsored by the Cattaraugus County Health Department. Bring your insurance cards.

Spaghetti dinner

The Brocton/Portland Democratic Party is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Brocton American Legion. The cost for adults is $7.50, and for children under 12, $3.75. Take-outs will be available. Call Dan Schrantz at 792-4661 for details.

North Collins school board cancels meeting

The North Collins Board of Education meeting scheduled Tuesday has been canceled. The board will meet again for a workshop meeting Oct. 14 immediately following a public hearing on the veterans’ tax exemption to be held at 6:30 p.m.

Homeownership

seminar Wednesday

A homeownership seminar will be presented by USDA Rural Development on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The seminar will be hosted by Community Bank, N.A., 76 W. Main St., Gowanda. No registration is required.

‘Step Up for Autism’

The Resource Center will hold its fifth annual “Step Up for Autism” event on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The walk begins at The Resource Center Adminis-trative Offices, 200 Dunham Ave., Jamestown. The registration fee is $20. Registra-tion will be from 9:15 to 10 a.m. At 10:15 a.m., the 1.5-mile walk begins to Lucille Ball Memorial Park on Chautauqua Lake. At 11:30 a.m. there will be lunch, followed by games, a silent auction, a cake auction, face painting, etc. Money raised from Step Up for Autism stays in the county and supports the TRC SUCCESS Program (for children and young adults who are on the autism spectrum) and Sib-shops, which are a type of support group for children who have a sibling with special needs.

Walk-a-thon Saturday

The Dunkirk Camp and Conference Center will hold a Walk-a-thon and Chia-vetta’s barbecue Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. James UCC, 76 Main St., Hamburg. Participants can register for the walk online at www.dunkirkcc.com. There is no registration fee, but walkers are asked to bring sponsors. The event will be held rain or shine. The barbecue will be available at a cost of $9 per ticket from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are available online. There will be a bounce house and face painting. Proceeds support the DCC Send a Kid to Camp Program.

Pig roast Saturday

for Lt. Dawn Espersen

There will be a pig roast to benefit Lt. Dawn Espersen and family at the Forestville American Legion Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.

There is a $20 admission cost. Pre-sale tickets include one admission, one meal ticket, and one door prize ticket for the ultimate door prize of a 32-inch flat screen TV with an Xbox 360. See any Forestville Fire Department member. Pig roast begins at noon. DJ by BB Entertainment, 50-50 drawings, yard games. Additional door prize chances available at the door for $5. Dawn is a lieutenant for the Forestville Fire Department EMS Squad and a full-time EMT for AlStar Ambulance.

In August, she suffered and survived a brain aneurysm. The benefit helps offset the medical bills and loss of income due to her being out of work.

Book signing Saturday

BMH Auxiliary

luncheon Wednesday

The Auxiliary of Brooks Memorial Hospital Lunch and Learn program will be held Wednesday at noon at Shorewood Country Club. The cost is $12 at the door. The event is open to the public. Reservations are required. Contact Alona at 366-1640 or Shirley at 366-5046. The topic is “Con-necting through services,” presented by Dr. Virginia Horvath, president, SUNY Fredonia.

Pomfret seeks

board members

The town of Pomfret is seeking interested parties to serve on the zoning board of appeals and the planning board. One open board seat is currently available on each board.

Questions regarding the responsibilities and duties involved with serving on either board may be directed to the zoning and planning clerk at 672-6888 ext. 7.

Community Notebook

Sunset and Hanford Bay railroad crossings closed this week

Town of Hanover Highway Superintendent Steve D’Angelo would like to inform residents and travelers that the Sunset Bay railroad crossing will be closed beginning today at 7 a.m. The crossing will reopen on Tuesday. The access road between Sunset and Hanford Bay will be open.

The Hanford Bay railroad crossing will be closed starting Tuesday after the Sunset Bay crossing is reopened. The Hanford Bay crossing will reopen Thursday. The access road will remain open until the tracks are repaired.

Storytime at Anderson-Lee Library Thursday

Miss Helen presents storytime at the Anderson-Lee Library each Thursday from Sept. 25 through Nov. 20 and Dec. 4 through Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m. There will be reading, singing, rhymes and fun crafts. This program is for children age 2 to 5. Younger children under 3 and a half will need their parent/caregiver present. Registration is not required. Call 934-3468 or stop by 43 Main St. in Silver Creek for more information.

Dunkirk UPK evening spots available

Dunkirk City School District Universal Pre-Kindergarten PM spots are still available. If interested, call Sue Ferry in the registration office at 366-9300 ext. 2002 in order to make an appointment. Bring a birth certificate, immunization records, proof of address, parents’ identification and if applicable custody papers to an appointment.

Leon Down Home Days Saturday

The Leon Down Home Days are scheduled for Saturday. Events begin at 9 a.m. Sign-up for the driving and riding obstacle courses and the cowboy obstacle course begins at 7 a.m. at the Town Barns across from the fire hall. The sign-up for the small livestock obstacle course starts at 9 a.m. Fees for the horse classes are: adults $20, youth 17 and under $15. The cost for the livestock class is $5. For horses, negative coggins and rabies are required. Livestock need current health certificates and shots. The day also features communitywide lawn sales, and refreshments will be available. For details contact Luke at 225-2270 or Pat 296-5709.

SOAR lunch Monday

SOAR Chapter 4-1 Meeting and Lunch will be held Monday at noon at the United Steelworkers Local Union 2693 Union Hall, 97 E. 4th St., Dunkirk. Call Clarence Corbett, financial secretary at 366-3288 to make your reservation for lunch and attendance at the meeting. Retirees of any union are welcome.

Pomfret Town Clerk’s office closed Tuesday

The Pomfret Town Clerk’s office will be closed on Tuesday during the afternoon due to a required grant meeting at Southern Tier West Development.

Flu shot clinic in Gowanda

Flu Shot Clinic, Thursday 2 to 6 p.m. at Valley Pharmacy and Medical Supplies, 31 W. Main St., Gowanda. This clinic is sponsored by the Cattaraugus County Health Department. Bring your insurance cards.

Community Notebook

Homeownership seminar to be held in Gowanda

A homeownership seminar will be presented by USDA Rural Development on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. The seminar will be hosted by Community Bank, N.A., 76 W. Main St., Gowanda. No registration is required.

Post 62 holding flag ceremony

Dunkirk Memorial Post 62 will hold an Unserviceable Flag Ceremony at the Fireman’s Training Grounds, Brigham Road, Dunkirk on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend the ceremony and bring any flags they may have to be disposed of properly or they can be dropped off at Post 62 at 211 Central Ave. any day after 3 p.m.

Charity comedy event Oct. 4

A Night of Laughter with Comedian Nick Siracuse & Friends will be held Saturday, Oct. 4 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the East Town of Dunkirk Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road in Dunkirk. Guests must be 21 years or older to attend. Tickets are $25. Food, beer and wine are included. Also, theme baskets and 50/50 raffles.

For more information contact, Connie Wojcinski at 366-3066 or Claudia Monroe at 269-4386

All proceeds benefit the Centaur Stride Therapeutic Riding Center in Westfield.

Brocton/Portland Democrat dinner on Wednesday

The Brocton/Portland Democratic Party is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Brocton American Legion. The cost for adults is $7.50, and for children under 12, $3.75. Take-outs will be available. Call Dan Schrantz at 792-4661 for details.

Community Notebook

Today is National POW/MIA Recognition Day

Chapter 459, Vietnam Veterans of America, will be selling the POW/MIA poppy at Walmart in Fredonia to honor those still missing from all wars and especially the 1,641 still missing from the Vietnam War. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Swiss steak dinner Saturday

The Cherry Creek United Methodist Church, 6183 Main St., has planned a Swiss steak dinner for Saturday at 4:30 p.m. The menu will include salad, steak, potatoes and gravy, vegetable, dessert and drink. The price is adults $10, kids $6, and a family price is available.

‘Folk in Fredonia Free-For-All’

On Sunday at 3 p.m., the 1891 Fredonia Opera House in Village Hall presents “Folk in Fredonia Free-For-All.” Fredonia folk music favorites Carmen & Dick Gilman invite their musician friends from throughout the state to join them. Enjoy great music, dance and a humorous story or two. There will also be raffles, drawings for door prizes and loads of fun. Admission is free, but tickets are required and may be reserved by calling the Box Office at 679-1891.

Climate rally Saturday

On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the public is invited to a rally in Barker Common in Fredonia, organized by the community group, Chautauqua Citizens Respond to Climate Crisis. The rally is in support of The People’s Climate March in New York City to support our leaders attending the United Nations Climate Summit on Sept. 23 to take bold action to dramatically reduce the human contribution to the climate change which threatens our planet. Families are encouraged to attend with activities for all ages. See the website for information regarding the summit in New York City by accessing www.un.org/climatechange/summit.

Gowanda Fire to host

chicken barbecue and horse bingo Sunday

The Gowanda Fire Department Rescue 3 and Auxiliary Company 6 will sponsor a chicken barbecue Sunday starting at 11:30 a.m., at 230 Aldrich St. Dinner will include a 1/2 chicken, potato salad, baked beans, roll, dessert and beverage for $9. For $6, patrons can purchase chicken only. Take outs available and delivery is available by calling 532-3434.

The auxiliary and the fire department will also host Horsing Around Bingo starting at 1 p.m. Chances are available for a donation of $15 and are available from any auxiliary or department member. Tickets can also be purchased at Auto Wrench Connection, 2 Mill St., and McCormack’s Hardware Inc., 21 W. Main St.

Important EBT

downtime notice

You will need to plan your cash and food purchases, and cash withdrawals accordingly. The downtime is necessary while New York State changes EBT vendors.

After the conversion, your current EBT card will continue to work, and there is no need to replace your card. There will be no impact on your ability to access your medical benefits.

Gas prices down

Average retail gasoline prices in Rochester have fallen 0.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.60/g Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 319 gas outlets in Rochester. This compares with the national average that has fallen 4.2 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.39/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Rochester during the past week, prices Sunday were 21.2 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 7.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 6.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 14.9 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

SOAR Chapter 4-1 Meeting and Lunch

SOAR Chapter 4-1 Meeting and Lunch will be held Monday at noon at the United Steelworkers Local Union 2693 Union Hall, 97 E. 4th St., Dunkirk. Call Clarence Corbett, Financial Secretary at 366-3288 to make your reservation for lunch and attendance at the meeting. Retirees of any union are welcome.

Pomfret Town Clerk’s office closure

The Pomfret Town Clerk’s office will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 23, during the afternoon only due to a required grant meeting at Southern Tier West Development.

BMH Auxiliary luncheon Wednesday

The Auxiliary of Brooks Memorial Hospital Lunch and Learn program will be held Wednesday, Sept. 24 at noon at the Shorewood Country Club. The cost is $12 at the door. The event is open to the public. Reservations are required. Contact Alona at 366-1640 or Shirley at 366-5046. The topic will be “Connecting through services,” presented by Dr. Virginia Horvath, president, SUNY Fredonia.

Lighthouse ghost tour tickets on sale

Help support the lighthouse and have an entertaining evening with the Fredonia Ghost Hunters. The last three ghost tours will be held at the Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum for this season. Tours will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, Friday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 25. Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased at the lighthouse, or by going on line to its website, www.dunkirklighthouse.com.

Community Notebook

Sheriff to appear on Chautauqua Sunrise

Chautauqua Sunrise will feature Joe Gerace as the guest on Saturday. Gerace is the Chautauqua County Sheriff and will talk about the war on drugs. The show will be hosted by Doc Hamels. The live, call-in program airs from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions, comments or a shout-out.

Film for hard of hearing

A closed-captioned film, “The Maze Runner,” will be shown at Dunkirk Movie-plex, 10520 Bennett Road for the hard-of-hearing, deaf and public on Sunday at 2 p.m. Admission is adults: $7; senior/children under 11 $6; and students $6.50. The closed-captioning will be directly on the screen.

Joint mixer Sept. 25

Please join the Dunkirk and Fredonia Community Chambers of Commerce as they meet for a joint After-hours Mixer on Sept. 25 at Katerina’s, above Demetri’s Restaurant at Lake Shore Drive West and Central Avenue in Dunkirk.

Chamber members can register online or with the Chamber by phone at 366-6200.

Imortal to perform

Imortal, Silver Creek’s own young rock trio, will perform Saturday at 5 p.m. during the Festival of Grapes on The Backline’s outdoor stage The performance will be Terry Buchwald as Elvis. The band consists of Silver Creek students Zak and Alex Bogosian and Trevor Cole. Come to enjoy some classic rock ‘n roll.

Jimmy Wright benefit

There will be a benefit for Fredonia’s Jimmy Wright on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Tom’s Tavern/Route 430, Maple Springs. There will be a chicken barbecue for $10, a silent auction, gun raffle, 50/50, bake sale and music. Wright was injured in a logging accident and has been unable to work due to head trauma. This event is sponsored by friends of Jimmy.

Fredonia Food Pantry

The Fredonia Food Pan-try will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. until noon at the Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave. Each guest receives a bag of non-perishable food. With questions, call 679-1501.

Polish dinner Saturday

The Dom Polski Club will hold its annual Polish Dinner on Saturday at the Club at 179 Lake Shore Drive E. in Dunkirk from 5 p.m. until sold out, and will include czarnina, golabki, kielbasa, and pierogi. Music will be offered from 4:30 to 8 p.m. by Special Delivery. The event is for members and eligible guests.

Homecoming Parade

Dunkirk High School’s homecoming parade is Friday at 6:15 p.m.

The parade route will be from the parking lot on Marauder Drive to Fourth Street, to Central Avenue and up Sixth Street to the football field.

The football game against East Aurora/Holland will start at 7:30 p.m. Halftime activities will include the crowning of homecoming King and Queen. Tickets for the game are $.50 for students and $1 for adults.

Farmers’ Market

There will be a Farmers’ Market Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Dayton Village Square. There will be farm fresh organically grown vegetables, Amish donuts, jams, pickles, pies, garlic, breads, along with Oakes Traveling Mercantile. Enjoy a display of old kitchenware. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be Quilting with Phyllis at the Village Library, Park Street. Any questions, call Phyllis Ivett, 988-3028.

Chicken barbecue

The Silver Creek Samuel Cimino VFW Post 6472 will host a chicken barbecue fundraiser during the Festival of Grapes Sunday from noon until sold out. The price is $9.50 at the door or $9 pre-sale. Pre-sale tickets are available at the VFW Post on Main Street. Call 943-4205 for more information.

Special storytime

Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia will hold a special storytime called “Help! I’ve Lost a Tooth!” the event is scheduled for Saturday from 11 a.m. to noon. They’ll talk about losing teeth and taking care of teeth, watch a movie and make a craft.

Round and Square Dance Saturday

The Versailles Com-munity Hall will host a Round and Square Dance Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Versailles Community Hall. Music will be by Paul Zittel and Pure Country. Refreshments will be available. The ticket cost is $8 for single, $15 for a couple. The next round and square dance will be Oct. 25. The entertainers for that event will be Uncle Ben’s Remedy.

VA Health Care

enrollment Saturday

There will be a VA Health Care Enrollment Session Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the VA Dunkirk Clinic, 166 E. 4th St., Dunkirk. VA health care and VA benefits counselors from VA Western New York Healthcare System, Veter-ans Benefits Administra-tion, N.Y. State Division of Veterans Affairs and County will be there to assist you. Bring discharge papers and 2013 financial information for accurate benefits counseling. Flu shots will be available for eligible veterans. Call 203-6474 for details.

Vendor Day Saturday

Native Pride will hold a Vendor Day Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 11359 South Western Boulevard, Irving on the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation. Patrons can buy artwork, beadwork, pottery, paintings and carvings, taste traditional foods, enjoy educational speakers and watch the Iroquois Dance Presentation and a Mohawk Story Teller. Call Jan at 934-5130 for details. The event is free and open to the public.

Chicken barbecue fundraiser Friday

A Dunkirk Marauders chicken barbecue fundraiser is scheduled Friday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot behind Dunkirk High School. This is the day of the Dunkirk Marauders vs. East Aurora football game and homecoming celebration. A $9 ticket includes dinner and admits one person to the football game, which starts at 7:30 p.m. Contact one of the Varsity or JV Football Team Members for tickets.

Open House Saturday

An Open House Day is scheduled at Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. Visitors can find a new friend for life or sign up to become a volunteer. NCCR is located at 7540 North Gale Street in Westfield. See the available dogs online at www.caninerescue.org.

Hot dog and bake sale

The Ripley Senior Citizens will hold a hot dog and bake sale Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Swiss steak dinner Saturday

‘Folk in Fredonia Free-For-All’

Climate rally Saturday

Gowanda Fire to host

chicken barbecue and horse bingo Sunday

Important EBT

downtime notice

There will be a period of time on Sunday when your Electronic Benefits Transaction card will not work for cash or food purchases, or to withdraw cash. This EBT downtime will begin around 12 a.m. on Sunday and could last until 5 p.m. that day. You will need to plan your cash and food purchases, and cash withdrawals accordingly. The downtime is necessary while New York State changes EBT vendors. After the conversion, your current EBT card will continue to work, and there is no need to replace your card. There will be no impact on your ability to access your medical benefits.

Gas prices down

Community Notebook

City’s CDBG administrator on air today

The city of Dunkirk’s Community Development Block Grant administrator, Nicole Waite, is scheduled to be the guest today on the Walter Rutland Show, which airs at 4:30 p.m. on Access 12 on the Time Warner network.

DHS homecoming parade Friday

Dunkirk High School’s homecoming parade will be held Friday, Sept. 19 at 6:15 p.m.

The parade route will be from the parking lot on Marauder Drive to Fourth Street, to Central Avenue and up Sixth Street to the football field.

The football game against East Aurora/Holland will start at 7:30 p.m. Half-time activities will include the crowning of homecoming King and Queen.

Tickets for the game are $.50 for students and $1 for adults.

Tickets still available for ‘Love Letters’ Friday

There still are tickets available for “Love Letters,” an A.R. Gurney play scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, at Westfield First Presbyterian Church on South Portage Street. The two-hour presentation, directed by Rick Mascaro, stars Diana Hamann as Melissa and Alan Koch as Andie. Their affection grows through letters; however, time doesn’t permit a longer involvement because of Melissa’s too-soon death. Tickets are available at the door or by contacting the church at 326-2643.

Cassadaga Job Corps Academy to host informational session

The Cassadaga Job Corps Academy will host an informational session and tour on it’s campus, located at 8115 Glasgow Rd, Cassadaga NY, on Thursday, September 18, 2014 beginning at 10:00AM. The Cassadaga Job Corps provides training to begin a career in the healthcare, construction, and the security industries, as well as High School Equivalency classes to those in need of a diploma. Training in Certified Nurse Aide, Carpentry, Painting, Plumbing and Electrical are available as well as the Advanced Training for Licensed Practical Nurse. Starting soon the Academy will also offer a Security and Protective Services program. The Academy will accept young adults, age16-24, that are committed to a rigorous education and training program that are prepared to launch a career! Applicants can apply for on-center living or non-residential status, and all applicants will enroll on a full federal scholarship if accepted. Contact the admissions office by calling 716-595-4298 for more information regarding income and other eligibility factors, and to reserve a spot for the upcoming tour. For more information you can also visit cassadaga.jobcorps.gov.

Barker Library to hold tooth program Saturday

Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia will hold a special storytime called “Help! I’ve Lost a Tooth!” the event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to noon. They’ll talk about losing teeth and taking care of teeth, watch a movie and make a craft.

Community Notebook

Fredonia Village Board workshop canceled

The Fredonia Village Board workshop that was scheduled for this past Monday was canceled.

Mt. Carmel steak roast Wednesday

The Mt. Carmel Social Club will hold a steak roast Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Mt. Carmel Parish Audit Auditorium. Members may call 934-3349 if they have not done so and are reminded to bring their own table service.

Special meeting in Silver Creek

The Silver Creek Village Board will meet Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the village hall with Visone Construction to discuss the waterline replacement project. This meeting is open to the public.

VA Health Care enrollment Saturday

There will be a VA Health Care Enrollment Session on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon at the VA Dunkirk Clinic, 166 E. 4th St., Dunkirk. VA health care and VA benefits counselors from VA Western New York Healthcare System, Veterans Benefits Administration, N.Y. State Division of Veterans Affairs and County will be there to assist you. Bring discharge papers and 2013 financial information for accurate benefits counseling. Flu shots will be available for eligible veterans. Call 203-6474 for details.

Tanglewood Group to host WNY Alzheimer’s Association Workshop

The Tanglewood Group will be hosting an educational program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, Western New York Chapter on Wednesday 17 from 5 to 6 p.m. at their Comfort Today location, 17 Gifford Ave., Jamestown.

The program will contain information about memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Topics will include detection, causes, and risk factors as well as stages of the disease and treatment options.

The workshop is free and open to the public, but because seating is limited, reservations are requested. Call 1-800-272-3900 for more information.

Fredonia Planning Board meets today

The Fredonia Planning Board will meet today at 6 p.m. in the village hall to discuss the comprehensive plan update and any other business that may come before the board.

Community Notebook

Pine Valley changes meeting time

The Pine Valley Central School Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday at 7:20 p.m. in the Board Conference Room (Room 5) at the elementary school. This will be a delayed start from the normal 7 p.m. start.

Festival of Grapes Pentathlon still

accepting participants

The Festival of Grapes Pentathlon, a sporting competition for boys ages 7 to 8 residing in the Grape Belt region, will be held today at 6 p.m. in the Silver Creek Elementary School parking lot. The rain date is Tuesday. Boys may be registered for the event, which will crown the grape prince, up until the day of the event by calling Mike at 934-2436 or Carol at 549-8239.

Pomfret seeking

members for zoning, planning boards

The town of Pomfret is seeking interested parties to serve on the zoning board of appeals and the planning board. One open board seat is currently available on each board.

Questions regarding the responsibilities and duties involved with serving on either board may be directed to the zoning and planning clerk at 672-6888 ext. 7.

Vendor Day Saturday

Native Pride will hold a Vendor Day Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 11359 South Western Boulevard, Irving on the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation. Patrons can purchase beautiful artwork, beadwork, pottery, paintings and carvings from native artists as well as taste some traditional foods, enjoy educational speakers and watch the Iroquois dance presentation and a Mohawk story teller. Call Jan at 934-5130 for details. The event is free and open to the public.

Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Perfect Pooch Dog Training & the Conewango Valley Kennel Club will sponsor the fourth annual AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at 3411 Salisbury Road, Gerry. Act-ivities include dog-friendly vendors, arcade, agility course, training demos, coloring contests, basket raffles, training lectures and more. For details, see akcrdod716.weebly.com.

Bring friendly and vaccinated dogs. The evening will raise funds for the Lake-shore Humane Society and will celebrate dogs. There is no admission charge.

Pine Valley to host

special meeting today

The Pine Valley Board of Education will hold a special meeting today at 5:45 p.m., in the board conference room (Room 5) at the elementary school. The board will adjourn to executive session to interview prospective board members.

Child safety seat check

The Jamestown Police Department and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, in conjunction with Ed Shults Ford Lincoln Hyundai, will conduct a Child Safety Seat Check Point Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ed Shults Ford Lincoln Hyundai, 2253 Washington St. in Jamestown. Officers will have child safety seats on hand to replace old or recalled seats. All citizens are encouraged to participate in this free event. Officers will also inspect currently installed child seats and offer advice on proper installation.

Mums for sale

Dunkirk-Fredonia Meals on Wheels invites the public to celebrate autumn by purchasing mums.

The organization is offering large 2-gallon pots of mums in a choice of orange, yellow, white, red and purple for $8 per plant. The mums come from M & R Greenhouses on Route 20 in Dunkirk. Order forms are available at Meals on Wheels at 200 Lake Shore Drive East in Dunkirk or call 366-8822 for more information.

Order forms along with either cash or a check must be returned by today. The plants will be available at the Meals on Wheels site on Sept. 22.

All profits will go to benefit Meals on Wheels, which serves a homebound and senior population.

Chautauqua County History series

on 1800s planned

Elements of Chautauqua County history in the 1800s will be explored in a special non-credit series offered Wednesdays, this week through Oct. 1, at James-town Community College’s Jamestown Campus.

Each session meets from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Carnahan Center. The fee is $59. To register, call JCC’s Center for Continuing Education, 338-1005.

The series, led by Fenton History Center volunteers, will outline the history of the poorhouse in Dewittville, patent medicine and other 19th century cures and the significance of Chautauqua Lake and its fresh air in restoring health.

Swiss steak dinner

The Cherry Creek United Methodist Church, 6183 Main St., has planned a Swiss steak dinner Saturday at 4:30 p.m. The menu will include salad, steak, potatoes and gravy, vegetable, dessert and drink. The price is adults $10, kids $6, and a family price is available.

Music and Mediumship at 1891 Fredonia Opera House Friday

An evening of Music and Mediumship will be held at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Take part in a special, inspirational evening of messages from your loved ones in spirit delivered by Lily Dale registered medium Colleen Vanderzyden and original, empowering songs performed by the composer, singer-songwriter Deanna Civilette. General admis-sion is $10. For tickets, call the box office at 679-1891.

Saturday climate rally in Barker Common

Fredonia Little League elections Tuesday

Fredonia Little League Board elections will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the American Legion, E. Main St., Fredonia. Board positions are open. All current board members, managers, coaches, all interested parents and community members are urged to attend.

Gowanda Fire to host chicken barbecue and horse bingo

The Gowanda Fire Department Rescue 3 and Auxiliary Company 6 will sponsor a chicken barbecue Sunday starting at 11:30 a.m., at 230 Aldrich St. Dinner will include a 1/2 chicken, potato salad, baked beans, roll, dessert and beverage for $9. For $6, patrons can purchase chicken only. Take-outs available and delivery is available by calling 532-3434.

Leon Down Home Days

The Leon Down Home Days are scheduled for Sept. 27. Events begin at 9 a.m. Sign-up for the driving and riding obstacle courses and the cowboy obstacle course begins at 7 a.m. at the town barns across from the fire hall. The sign-up for the small livestock obstacle course starts at 9 a.m. Fees for the horse classes are: adults $20, youth 17 and under $15. The cost for the livestock class is $5. For horses, negative coggins and rabies are required. Livestock need current health certificates and shots. The day also features communitywide lawn sales, and refreshments will be available. For details contact Luke at 225-2270 or Pat 296-5709.

Autumn Delight Dinner party on Sept. 27

Share & Care Seniors of Fredonia will host their annual Autumn Delight Dinner party on Sept. 27 at the St. Joseph’s School Hall. Doors will open at 3 p.m. for card players with a dinner buffet at 5 and bingo after dinner. The dinner menu consists of roast beef and chicken entrees with mashed potatoes, veggie, tossed salad, dessert and beverage. Also, door prizes will be given away. The cost is $8. Reservations with payment must be in by Saturday. Send reservations to Share & Care Seniors, P.O. Box 446, Fredonia, N.Y., 14063. There will be no reservations accepted after Saturday and no cash paid at the door. Join the group for good food and a lot of fun.

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Heritage Festival cancelled due to high winds

The City of Dunkirk cancelled its Heritage Festival Saturday due to high winds on the lakefront.

Dunkirk Marauders BBQ set

A Dunkirk Marauders chicken barbecue fundraiser is scheduled Friday, Sept. 19 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot behind Dunkirk High School. This is the day of the Dunkirk Marauders vs. East Aurora football game and homecoming celebration. A $9 ticket includes dinner and admits one person to the football game, which starts at 7:30 p.m. Contact one of the Varsity or JV Football Team Members for tickets.

Open House to take place for NCCR

An Open House Day is scheduled at Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue on Saturday, Sept. 20 from noon to 3 p.m. Visitors can find a new friend for life or sign up to become a volunteer. NCCR is located at 7540 North Gale Street in Westfield. See the available dogs online at www.caninerescue.org.

‘Folk in Fredonia Free-For-All

On Sunday, Sept 21, at 3 p.m., the 1891 Fredonia Opera House in Village Hall presents “Folk in Fredonia Free-For-All.” Fredonia folk music favorites Carmen & Dick Gilman invite their musician friends from throughout the state to join them. Enjoy great music, dance and a humorous story or two! There will also be raffles, drawings for door prizes and loads of fun. Admission is free, but tickets are required and may be reserved by calling the Box Office at 679-1891.

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Auxiliary to meet today

The John T. Murray VFW Ladies Auxiliary regular meeting will be held at the post today at 2 p.m. A drawing for life membership will be held.

All sisters are encouraged to attend.

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Motorists in Dunkirk should use caution

Central Avenue between Seel Street and Willow-brook Avenue will have lane restrictions and slow traffic as city crews repair a deep sanitary sewer.

Motorists should use caution in this area for the next two days.

Festival of Grapes Pentathalon still accepting participants

The Festival of Grapes Pentathalon, a sporting competition for boys ages 7 to 8 residing in the Grape Belt region, will take place Monday at 6 p.m. in the Silver Creek Elementary School parking lot. There is a rain date of Tuesday. Boys may be registered for the event, which will crown the grape prince, up until the day of the event by calling Mike at 934-2436 or Carol at 549-8239.

Child safety seat check Sept. 20 in Jamestown

The Jamestown Police Department and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee will conduct a Child Safety Seat Check Point on Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ed Shults Ford Lincoln Hyundai, 2253 Washington St. in Jamestown. Officers will have child safety seats on hand to replace old or recalled seats. All citizens are encouraged to participate in this free event. Officers will also inspect currently installed child seats and offer advice on proper installation.

Pine Valley changes meeting time

The Pine Valley Central School Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 7:20 p.m., in the Board Conference Room (Room 5) at the Elementary School. This will be a delayed start from the normal 7 p.m., start.

Climate rally set for Sept. 20 in Fredonia’s Barker Common

On Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the public is invited to a rally in Barker Common in Fredonia, organized by the community group, Chautauqua Citizens Respond to Climate Crisis.

The rally is in support of The People’s Climate March in NYC to support our leaders attending the United Nations Climate Summit on Sept. 23 to take bold action to dramatically reduce the human contribution to the climate change which threatens our planet.

Families are encouraged to attend with activities for all ages.

See the website for information regarding the summit in New York City by accessing www.un.org/climatechange/summit.

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Vietnam vets to meet

Vietnam Veterans of Am-erica, Chautauqua County Chapter 459, is returning from its summer hiatus. The September meeting is Sun-day at 11 a.m. at the John T. Murray VFW Post 1017, 113 Deer St., Dunkirk. With questions, call Danny McGill at 366-2287.

Board members sought

The town of Pomfret is seeking interested parties to serve on the zoning board of appeals and the planning board. One open board seat is available on each board.

Anyone living within the town (including the village of Fredonia) and interested in serving on either board is asked to submit a letter of interest to: Pomfret Town Clerk, 9 Day St., Fredonia, NY 14063.

Any questions on the responsibilities and duties involved with serving on either board may be directed to the zoning and planning clerk at 672-6888 ext. 7.

Pet Adoption Day/Open House Saturday

The Lakeshore Humane Society will hold a Pet Adoption Day/Open House Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk. Call 672-1991 or see www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org for more information.

Civil Air Patrol Cadets to host fundraiser

Dunkirk Civil Air Patrol Cadets will host a community fundraiser at Bob Evans, 3877 Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk, Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bob Evans will donate 15 percent of sales for all orders, carry out or dine in, when presented with a coupon. Coupons can be picked up from Dunkirk Flavors, 99 W. Fourth St., Dunkirk from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dunkirk Flavors may be reached at 366-FOOD (3663).

Rotary blood screening event is Saturday

The 30th annual Rotary Blood Screening program, with the assistance of Brooks Memorial Hospital, will be from 6:30 to 9:20 a.m. Saturday in Fredonia High School. The clinical blood test, including the colon-rectal take home test kit and the T4 Thyroxine or thyroid test will be $45. A PSA test is $25 more.

There also are free blood pressure screenings. Test results are sent to your physician within a week.

Proceeds from the program stay in the Fredonia and Dunkirk communities. To register, call 363-3917.

Salvation Army food pantry hours set

The Salvation Army in Dunkirk’s Food Pantry will now be open Monday through Friday. The Salvation Army’s pantry is located at 704 Central Ave. in Dunkirk. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All food pantry applicants need proof of household income, proof of household members and proof of residence. Call the Salvation Army at 366-3701 for further information on the pantry and hours of operation.

Hazardous waste

collection day canceled

Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities Director George Spanos has announced the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day scheduled for Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities Building on 454 North Work St. in Falconer has been canceled.

Bike ride Sept. 21

On Sept. 21 in Sherman, Christ Our Hope Parish is hosting a bike ride along the flow of French Creek from Sherman to the shore of Findley Lake to benefit the pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2016 in Poland. Riders may choose from several routes ranging from 9 to 47 miles. All routes include hydration and snack stops with lunch in Sherman at the end of your ride.

Registration is $20 prior to today and $25 on Sept. 21. The ride begins at 9 a.m. Registration is from 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues Church, 119 Miller St. in Sherman.

Helmets are required. Registration fees are non-refundable. Proceeds benefit the youth pilgrimage. For information, go to ChristOurHopeParish.org or email CreekSideRide@gmail.com.

City chamber meets Wednesday

The Dunkirk Community Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at 4 p.m. today in the Clarion Hotel and Conference Cen-ter. After the meeting, members will adjourn to the Clarion Dockside for a social gathering.

All chamber members are invited to attend both the meeting and the social hour.

Dessert Card Party

St. Joseph Altar and Rosary Society Dessert Card Party will be held at noon today in the Gathering Room of the Church, 145 East Main St., Fredonia. Reservations are appreciated, but not required. There is a $3 charge. All are welcome. For more information, call 679-1677. If no answer, leave name and phone number.

Service of Peace

On Thursday at 5:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 12 Elm St., West-field, will offer a Service of Peace on the anniversary of 9/11. The intentions are to pray for the United States and the world; bring to mind the sacrifices people continue to make, and the lives taken from us. Call 326-2064 for details.

Autumn Delight Dinner

Share & Care Seniors of Fredonia will host their annual Autumn Delight Dinner party on Sept. 27 at the St. Joseph’s School Hall. Doors will open at 3 p.m. for card players with a dinner buffet at 5 and bingo after dinner. The dinner menu consists of roast beef and chicken entrees with mashed potatoes, veggie, tossed salad, dessert and beverage. Door prizes will be given away. The cost is $8. Reservations with payment must be in by Sept. 20. Send reservations to Share & Care Seniors, P.O. Box 446, Fredonia, N.Y., 14063.

Photography club

The Audubon Center and Sanctuary Nature Photo-graphy Club will meet Thursday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 1600 Riverside Road in Jamestown. The meetings include camera tips and tricks, photo critiques and guest speakers, and are free to members. There is a $5 charge for non-members.

Afternoon Tea at Dunkirk Free Library

There will be an Afternoon Tea held Saturday at the Dunkirk Free Library in conjunction with this year’s Historic House Tour. The scheduled seatings are at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. and are $10 per ticket and by reservation only.

The event is hosted by Cindy Tuning and Michele Bautista, who will offer sweets, savories and a selection of tea in a historic setting.

To make a reservation: call Michele at 366-8395, after which purchased tickets can be picked up at the library. All proceeds benefit the Dunkirk Historical Museum and the library.

House tour Saturday

The Dunkirk Historical Society is sponsoring its second annual house tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Five very diverse houses plus the historic “Carnegie” Public Library will be showcased. Tickets are $15 and available at the Dunkirk Library, P&G Foods, the Dunkirk Development Of-fice, The Historical Museum near Washington Park and at the Historical Museum booth on Dunkirk Heritage Days near the Clarion Hotel. All proceeds benefit the programs of the Dun-kirk Historical Museum.

Land Bank meeting

The Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Economic Development will hold a regular meeting of the Chautauqua County Land Bank Corporation today at 9 a.m. in the CCIDA Board Room, 200 Harrison St., Jamestown.

This meeting is being conducted to discuss business associated with the potential sale of a property owned by CCLBC and other official business as required. Questions may be directed to Mark Geise at 661-8912.

Sept. 11 service

The Dunkirk Professional Fire Fighters’ Association will hold a September 11th Memorial Service on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in the Dunkirk Fire Headquarters.

This year marks the 13th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on our country. The Dunkirk professional firefighters wish to honor the memory of all the victims and pay tribute to the fallen heroes of that day.

Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.

Pentathalon still accepting participants

Learn all about

cholesterol today

A cholesterol seminar will be held at the Valley Pharmacy & Medical Supplies, 31 W. Main St., Gowanda today from noon to 1 p.m. by Mallorie Keicher, RPA-C, from Tri-County Family Medicine. This seminar is free. There will be refreshments, giveaways and handouts.

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County Planning Board meets today

MAYVILLE – The Chautauqua County Planning Board’s monthly meeting will be held on today at 4 p.m. at the Gerace Office Building, Room 331, 3 North Erie St. in Mayville. Contact the Chautauqua County Planning and Economic Development Department at 661-8900 with any questions.

City chamber meets Wednesday

The Dunkirk Community Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center. Following the meeting, chamber members will adjourn to the Clarion Dockside for a social gathering.

All chamber members are invited to attend both the meeting and the social hour.

Land Bank meeting set for Wednesday

The Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Economic Development will hold a regular meeting of the Chautauqua County Land Bank Corporation on Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the CCIDA Board Room, 200 Harrison St., Jamestown.

This meeting of the CCLBC is being conducted to discuss business associated with the potential sale of a property currently owned by 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.

Reed’s staff in area Thursday

Congressman Tom Reed’s staff will hold office hours Thursday in the town of Hanover and the village of Fredonia. Reed’s staff will be at the Hanover Town Hall, 68 Hanover St. in Silver Creek from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and at the Fredonia Village Hall, 9 Church St. from 3 to 5 p.m.

Please call 708-6369 with any questions regarding the Fredonia and Hanover office hours or visit www.Reed.house.gov. Constituents can also sign up for regular updates through Reed’s website at www.Reed.house.gov/contact-me/newsletter.

Blood screening is Saturday

The 30th annual Rotary Blood Screening program, with the assistance of Brooks Memorial Hospital, will be from 6:30 to 9:20 a.m. Saturday in the Fredonia High School. The clinical blood test, including the colon-rectal take home test kit and the T4 Thyroxine or thyroid test will be $45. A PSA test is an additional $25.

There also are free blood pressure screenings and test results are sent to your personal physician within one week.

Proceeds from the program stay in the Fredonia and Dunkirk communities. To register, call 363-3917.

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City’s CAPER review set

The city of Dunkirk will hold a community participation meeting to present the Fiscal Year 2013 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report that was submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The public meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 9 in the Mayor’s Conference Room on the second floor of City Hall, 342 Central Ave., Dunkirk.

As a grantee of CDBG funds, the city of Dunkirk annually develops a CAPER to report accomplishments achieved during the previous Community Development Block Grant program year. The FY2013 CAPER may be reviewed in the Department of Development, 338 Central Ave., Dunkirk,or on the city of Dunkirk website www.dunkirktoday.com.

City chamber meets Wednesday

All chamber members are invited to attend both the meeting and the social hour.

Benefit bike ride Sept. 21

Get ready for last bike ride of the summer on Sept. 21 in Sherman. Christ Our Hope Parish is hosting a fun, supported ride along the flow of French Creek from Sherman to the shady shore of Findley Lake to benefit the pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2016 in Poland. Riders may choose from several routes ranging from 9 to 47 miles. All routes include hydration and snack stops with lunch in Sherman at the conclusion of your ride.

Registration is $20 prior to Sept. 10 and $25 the day of the ride. The ride begins at 9 a.m. on Sept. 21. Registration is from 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. at St. Isaac Jogues (JOES) Church, 119 Miller St. in Sherman. Helmets are required.

Registration fees are non-refundable. All proceeds benefit the youth pilgrimage.

For registration information go to ChristOurHopeParish.org or email CreekSideRide@gmail.com.

Brocton, Portland boards to hold shared services workshop Tuesday

A workshop with the Portland Town Board and Brocton Village Board will be held Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Brocton Village Hall to discuss shared services.

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Chautauqua County hazardous waste collection day canceled

Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities Director George Spanos has announced the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day scheduled for Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities Building on 454 North Work St. in Falconer has been canceled.

“Due to a change in contractors, we are in the process of rescheduling the second Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day for 2014,” said Spanos. “The drop-off events are a great opportunity for residents to safely dispose of hazardous items around their homes for free and once we have the event rescheduled we will be sure to inform residents.”

For more information about the Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities Division of Solid Waste, visit www.co.chautauqua.ny.us/340/Landfill or call TJ at (716)985-4785 x 203.

Knitters looking for yard donations

The Thursday morning knitting group, made up of 10 to 14 people, is looking for donations of yarn. The group is working on crafting slippers for residents who are in area nursing homes.

In the past, the group has assisted the Salvation Army and Meals on Wheels.

Donations can be dropped off on Thursday mornings at St. John’s United Church of Christ on Eagle Street in Dunkirk. For more information, call Nancy Kelly at 366-1465.

Silver Creek Bush pickup delayed again

Brush pickup will be delayed until Monday as the streets department finished blacktopping on Christy and LaFayette streets and Jaekle Avenue. The village apologizes for the delay.

County Board of Health to meet

The Chautauqua County Board of Health will hold its next meeting on Monday at 6 p.m. in the HRC Building, 4th 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.

Pinochle to resume at Dom Polski

Dom Polski Monday night pinochle will resume play on Monday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. in the club room on Lake Shore Drive East near Roberts Road. New players are welcome, as long as they are club members. For details, call Nancy Crandall at 366-5978.

Portland road closed Monday

Farr Road in the town of Portland will be closed to traffic on Monday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be no traffic allowed on the road until work is completed.

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Portland road closed Monday

Farr Road in the town of Portland will be closed to traffic on Monday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be no traffic allowed on the road until work is completed.

Blood drives seek donors

The Community Blood Bank will be holding two drives in the local area. The public is invited to help out the local community and local hospitals with a blood donation.

On Tuesday Sept. 9, a blood drive will be held at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Another drive is scheduled at Harvest Chapel in Fredonia for Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

No appointments are needed. To schedule an appointment or find a drive near you, visit fourhearts.org/donate

City primary polling sites listed

The following are city of Dunkirk polling sites for the Sept. 9 primary.

Joseph J. Steger Apartments, 15 N. Main St.: Ward 1 District 1 and Ward 4 District 1; St. Hyacinth’s Church, 15 S. Pangolin St.: Ward 1 Districts 2 and 3; FSUC Business Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave. Room 101: Ward 2 District 1 and Ward 3 District 1; St. John’s United Church of Christ, 728 Eagle St.: Ward 2 District 2; Dunkirk First Baptist Church, 876 Central Ave.: Ward 2 District 3, Ward 3 Districts 2 and 3; St. Hedwig’s Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Ward 4 Districts 2 and 3.

Cholesterol seminar Wednesday

A cholesterol seminar will be held at the Valley Pharmacy & Medical Supplies, 31 W. Main St., Gowanda on Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. by Mallorie Keicher, RPA-C, from Tri-County Family Medicine. This seminar is free to the public. There will be refreshments, giveaways and handouts.

Silver Creek brush pickup delayed again

Brush pickup will be delayed until Monday as the streets department finished blacktopping on Christy and LaFayette streets and Jaekle Avenue. The village apologizes for the delay.

County commission meets Wednesday

The Chautauqua County Charter and Administrative Code Review Commission will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in Room 331 of the Gerace Office Building, 3 North Erie St., in Mayville.

Silver Creek Fire Dept. run report

The Silver Creek Fire Department has released its run report for the time period between Aug. 5 and Sept. 2.

According to the report, there were 17 EMS calls and two fire-related calls in the village, with no accidents reported in the village. A total of 20 EMS calls were reported in the town of Hanover outside village limits, with four accidents and no fires within the same geographical area. Mutual aid calls amounted to one in Forestville, two in Sheridan and one in the east town of Dunkirk.

Total calls amounted to 47 during that time period.

Around 70 flooded basements have been pumped so far this year as a courtesy by the fire department.

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County Board of Health meets Monday

The Chautauqua County Board of Health will hold its next meeting on Monday 8 at 6 p.m. in the HRC Building, 4th 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.

DFD August run report

The city of Dunkirk Fire Department went on 152 runs in August, according to Fire Chief Keith Ahlstrom. Included were 119 emergency medical service runs resulting in 50 billed transports to Brooks Memorial Hospital. The department also responded to 16 still alarms, 12 box alarms and five mutual aid calls.

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Yarn donations sought

The Thursday morning knitting group, made up of 10 to 14 people, is looking for donations of yarn. The group is working on crafting slippers for residents who are in area nursing homes.

In the past, the group has assisted the Salvation Army and Meals on Wheels.

Donations can be dropped off on Thursday mornings at St. John’s United Church of Christ on Eagle Street in Dunkirk. For more information, call Nancy Kelly at 366-1465.

Algal bloom seminar to air on Channel 5

Access Channel 5 will air an algal bloom seminar which was recently held at the Hewes BOCES Center in Ashville. The seminar was hosted by the Chautauqua Lake Association, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy and Jamestown Audubon Society.

The program will air at 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. each day beginning Saturday with the last airing on Sept. 12.

Scott Kishbaugh presented the talk, which included a power point presentation. Kishbaugh is the bureau chief for the Lakes Monitoring and Assessment Section of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Bureau of Water Assessment Management.

“Algal blooms are becoming a large concern for residents and visitors of Chautauqua County,” said Doug Conroe, president of the CLA. According to Conroe, extensive harmful algal bloom data has been collected on Chautauqua Lake for the last three years.

Access Channel 5 (QAM channel 21.4 without a converter) is available to cable viewers in the Mayville, Chautauqua, North Harmony, Sherman, Westfield and Portland areas.

The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s web site ac5.weebly.com/

Chautauqua County Walk to End Alzheimer’s Saturday

The Chautauqua County Alzheimer’s Walk will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6.

The walk ceremony starts at 10 a.m. and the walk begins at 10:15 a.m. at the Turner Community Center at Chautauqua Institution, 4840 W. Lake Road (Route 394).

Roughly 19,000 people are impacted by Alzheimer’s or related dementia in Chautauqua County. The Walk provides funds to sustain the free resources of the Alzheimer’s Association WNY including educational programs and care consultations; a portion is also dedicated to research. Right now, there is no way to prevent, slow, or cure this fatal disease. Around 400 participants are expected to walk Saturday.

Nylon pinwheel flowers in four colors representing reasons to walk are “planted” at the site, and then retrieved as a remembrance of this moving and fun day, often after messages are written on them. Chapter staff and board members, as well as committee volunteers will be on-site from 7 a.m. until the walk is over, usually by noon.

Combined workshop on shared services Sept. 9

A workshop to with the Portland Town Board and Brocton Village Board will be held Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Brocton Village Hall to discuss shared services.

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Fredonia Complete Streets group workshop Thursday

As part of an Active Community Enhancements mini-grant, the Fredonia Complete Streets Task Force group will hold a workshop Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the village hall.

Various topics that will be discussed include: promoting safety for all forms of transportation; beautifying the village; and improving foot traffic, commerce and tourism.

Representatives from the state Department of Transportation, Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation and Chautauqua Home Rehabilitation and Improvement Corp. will be there to discuss the process of receiving grants to assist with projects associated with Complete Streets.

Those interested in attending should inform Lisa Schmidtfrerick-Miller by calling 969-2542 or by emailing lschmidtfrerick@gmail.com.

School plans meet and greet

Dunkirk High School will be hosting a meet and greet event on Friday afternoon. Parents, relatives and community members are welcome to attend the event from 2 to 4 p.m. Besides high school staff members, community agencies also will be on hand. There also will be food and beverages for those who attend.

Cassadaga Job Corps Academy to host informational session

The Cassadaga Job Corps Academy will host an informational session and tour of its campus, located at 8115 Glasgow Road, Cassadaga, on Thursday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m.

The Cassadaga Job Corps provides training to begin a career in the healthcare, construction and the security industries, as well as High School Equivalency classes to those in need of a diploma. Training in certified nurse aide, carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical are available as well as the advanced training for licensed practical nurse. Starting soon the Academy will also offer a security and protective services program.

The Academy will accept young adults, age 16-24, that are committed to a rigorous education and training program that are prepared to launch a career! Applicants can apply for on-center living or non-residential status, and all applicants will enroll on a full federal scholarship if accepted. Contact the admissions office by calling 716-595-4298 for more information regarding income and other eligibility factors, and to reserve a spot for the upcoming tour. For more information you can also visit cassadaga.jobcorps.gov.

Blood screening set for Sept. 13

The 30th annual Rotary Blood Screening program, with the assistance of Brooks Memorial Hospital, will be from 6:30 to 9:20 a.m. Sept. 13 in the Fredonia High School. The clinical blood test, including the colon-rectal take home test kit and the T4 Thyroxine or thyroid test will be $45. A PSA test is an additional $25.

There also are free blood pressure screenings and test results are sent to your personal physician within one week.

Proceeds from the program stay in the Fredonia and Dunkirk communities. To register, call 363-3917.

Silver Creek brush pickup delayed

Brush pickup in the village of Silver Creek has been delayed until Friday at the earliest due to paving. Officials ask residents to be patient at this time and thank them for their cooperation.

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Quilt bee Saturday

A Quilt bee and display is scheduled Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Leon Historical Church, Route 62, Leon. Enjoy The (English) Willow Creek Quilters Club work their quilting and also see the way the Amish quilt. Amish crafts and goods and refreshments will be available. Guests are encouraged to walk down and enjoy the museum For details, call Pat, the town historian, at 296-5709 or email brompl@lanetv.com.

Gustafson to appear

on Chautauqua Sunrise

Chautauqua Sunrise will feature Steve Gustafson as the guest Saturday. Gustaf-son is the bass guitarist for alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs. The show will be hosted by Doc Hamels. The live, call-in program airs from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. Individuals may call 753-5225 during that time with questions, comments or a shout-out.

Chautauqua Sunrise is shown live Saturday mornings on Time Warner cable systems covering: Brocton, Cassadaga, Chautauqua, Fredonia, Mayville, North Harmony, Portland, Ripley, Sherman, Stockton and Westfield on Channel 5. In Dunkirk, Falconer, Forest-ville, Hanover, Irving, Jamestown, Lakewood and Silver Creek the program is on channel 19.

Programming from Access Channel 5 (channel 21.4 on a QAM digital TV) is also aired each evening in the town of Hanover on cable channel 12 (channel 98.3 on a QAM digital TV).

The program may also be viewed after the initial airing at the station’s website ac5.weebly.com/

Mark Russell to appear on ‘Chautauqua People’

Mark Russell will be the next person interviewed on Chautauqua People.

The program will air at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. each day beginning Saturday with the last airing on Sept. 12.

Comedian and satirist Russell has been performing political humor around the world for over 50 years. A native of Buffalo, he lived in Jamestown for one year of his childhood. Russell is well-known for his PBS specials and for performing at the Chautauqua Institution and the Fredonia Opera House. He spends his summers at Chautauqua and continues to perform throughout the U.S. He will be interviewed by Ira Cooperman.

Access Channel 5 (QAM channel 21.4 without a converter) is available to cable viewers in the Mayville, Chautauqua, North Har-mony, Sherman, Westfield and Portland areas.

Square dance Friday

A traditional square dance will be held Friday from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Fredonia Grange Hall No. 1, 58 W. Main St. Do-nation is $5, for 12 and under free. No experience is needed. All ages are welcome. Callers are Joe Kwiat-kowski and Virginia Reed. The live band is Viol Habits & Friends. Enjoy the cakewalk, 50/50 and refreshments. Proceeds go toward restoration of a 100-year-old painting at the grange.

St. Hyacinth School Class of ’62 lunch

St. Hyacinth School class of ’62 will meet for lunch on Saturday at noon at the Bob Evans Restaurant, 3877 Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk. Members of the class should make reservations with Pat Kibbe 366-1337 or Joe Rozen 366-8137.

Chicken barbecue Sunday

The Dayton Volunteer Fire Company is sponsoring a chicken barbecue Sunday starting at 11:30 a.m. at thefire hall, 9512 Route 62, Dayton. Dinners are $9 for adults, $5.50 for children under 12. Dinners include half chicken, salt potatoes, macaroni salad, cole slaw, roll with butter, homemade desserts and drinks. Take-outs are available. To reserve take-outs, call 532-9098. On Sunday morning, call 532-2627 before 7 a.m. All proceeds go toward the purchase of an emergency generator for the fire hall.

Pancake breakfast Saturday in Westfield

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue will host a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the United Methodist Church in Westfield. Tickets at the door will be $6 for adults and $3 for children under 10. It includes pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. Advance sale tickets will be discounted 50 cents and can be purchased at the shelter located at 7540 N. Gale St. in Westfield or call 326-PAWS for more information. Parking at the church is on Route 20 or in the lot behind the church.

‘Wish I Was Here’

to be screened twice

The Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series presents the film “Wish I Was Here” on Saturday and Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. From writer/director Zach Braff, this original comedy is about a 35-year-old father and struggling actor who embarks on a project to homeschool his kids, and ends up learning about himself and finding his way. The cost is $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors. The movie is rated R. The running time is 106 minutes.

Craft and farm show

The Cattaraugus County Volunteer Fire Police Association is sponsoring a craft and farm show Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gowanda Fire Hall, 230 Aldrich St. in Gowanda. The event is open to the public. There will be food and beverages available to purchase and enjoy. The event will feature a farmers’ market, crafts and vendors. There will be no live animals. Tables are available for a cost of $10 for an 8′ space. The fire department will provide tables. Vendors can set up after 7 a.m., with doors opening at 9 a.m. Other attractions include raffles, 50-50s, baskets and gift cards. Patrons can purchase a brick for the garden in memory of a loved one. The event is designed to raise money for training for volunteer firefighters and police. To reserve a table, call Debra at 532-1048, Mike at 258-0839 or Bob at 532-9502.

Forestville board changes meeting date

The Forestville Village Board will not hold its regularly scheduled Sept. 9 meeting due to primary elections held in the village hall from noon to 9 p.m. The board will meet on Sept. 23. At that time it will open bids for the three parcels of land declared surplus.

Blood screening Sept. 13

The 30th annual Rotary Blood Screening program, with the assistance of Brooks Memorial Hospital, will be from 6:30 to 9:20 a.m. Sept. 13 in Fredonia High School. The clinical blood test, including the colon-rectal take home test kit and the T4 Thyroxine or thyroid test will be $45. A PSA test is $25 more.

There also are free blood pressure screenings and test results are sent to your personal physician within one week.

Proceeds from the program stay in the Fredonia and Dunkirk communities. To register, call 363-3917.

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Rummage sale

in South Dayton

The South Dayton United Methodist Church, 328 Pine St., South Dayton, is having a rummage sale Friday and Saturday. It runs Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A bag sale is scheduled Saturday at noon. There will be a bake sale both days.

End of summer concert

An end of summer concert will be held rain or shine Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m., at the Woods at Bear Creek in Franklinville. The free concert will feature “Boys of Summer.” In case of rain, it will be held at the rec center. For more information, visit www.thewoodsatbearbreek.com.

Gamblers Anonymous

If you want to gamble, that is your business, but if you want to stop, that is our business. Call Gamblers Anonymous at 484-7717 to find out more information that is free and confidential.

Hanover Democrats make nominations

for Silver Creek seats

The Hanover Democrats held their caucus Aug. 19. The purpose of the caucus, held at the Hanover Town Hall, was to open nominations for two trustee positions in Silver Creek.

Anthony Pearl of Andrus Street and Nancy Karmazyn of Burgess Street were nominated and accepted the endorsement of the Democrats.

Pearl is currently a trustee on the village board. He was appointed to the seat held by Mayor Nick Piccolo when Piccolo was elected mayor. Pearl is now seeking a two-year term.

Karmazyn has accepted the request of the Democrat-ic Party to run for a two-year trustee term. She has not previously held office.

Having endorsed candidates for both trustee seats that will be open, the Silver Creek caucus adjourned.

Audit Committee

meeting Tuesday

The Fredonia Board of Education will have an Audit Committee meeting on Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the high school library.

Dunkirk High School plans meet and greet

Dunkirk High School will host a meet and greet event on Friday. Parents, relatives and community members are welcome to attend the event from 2 to 4 p.m. Besides high school staff members, community agencies also will be on hand. There also will be food and beverages for those who attend.

Sherman bridge open

Chautauqua County Bridge No. 829 on Waits Corners Road, between County Route 18 and Bates Road, in Sherman is now open.

Dunkirk Town Board workshop and special meeting Thursday

The Dunkirk Town Board will hold a workshop and special meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, at the Town Hall, 4737 Willow Road to begin budget review and conduct any other lawful business to come before the town board.

Valley Historical Society meets Tuesday

The next regular meeting of the Valley Historical Society will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Museum at the corner of Main and Lester streets in Sinclairville.

Members will be finalizing plans for the 15th Annual History Fair Sept. 13, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Sinclairville.

Social Services plans informational meeting

The Chautauqua County Department of Social Services will host an informational meeting Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Jamestown Community College Training Center North Campus. Bennett Road, Dunkirk. for those interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent. Foster parents needed for children of all ages and those willing to accept sibling groups. For details, call 661-8212.

Forestville Republican caucus changed

The Forestville village Republican Caucus has been rescheduled from Thursday to Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building on Chestnut Street, Forestville.

Gowanda garbage

pickup Tuesday

Due to the Labor Day holiday, garbage pickup throughout the village of Gowanda will be held Tuesday.

First Friday Lunch Bunch begins Friday

The Audubon Center & Sanctuary’s “First Friday Lunch Bunch” will take place Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Center, located at 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. The program will be “A Bird in the Hand,” by Terry LeBaron and Jennifer Schlick, followed by BYO brown bag lunch and conversation. Audubon provides coffee and tea. The cost is $8, or $6 for friends of the Nature Center.

Silver Creek Retired Teachers’ luncheon

The Silver Creek Retired Teachers’ annual luncheon will be held at the White Inn in Fredonia Wednesday at noon. For reservations or information, contact Sue Lagana at 679-1466 or Judy Mowery at 672-2766. The reservation deadline is today.

Dunkirk Historical Society house tour

The Dunkirk Historical Society is sponsoring it second annual house tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 13. Five very diverse houses plus the historic “Carnegie” Public Library will be showcased. Tickets are $15 and available at the Dunkirk Library, P&G Foods, the Dunkirk Development Office, The Historical Museum near Washington Park and at the Historical Museum booth on Dunkirk Heritage Days near the Clarion Hotel. All proceeds benefit the programs of the Dunkirk Historical Museum.

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