Disability Employment

Awareness month proclaimed

Dunkirk Mayor Wilfred Rosas has proclaimed October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the city.

The month “was declared in 1988 by the United States Congress… to raise awareness of the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities,” according to the proclamation.

“Workplaces welcoming of the talents of all people, including people with disabilities, are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive community and strong economy,” the proclamation continues. “In our community, The Resource Center provides training, employment opportunities and support to assist adults with disabilities and other challenges in obtaining and maintaining community employment at approximately 170 businesses.”

The proclamation adds, “Individuals with disabilities in the workforce gain a sense of pride, satisfaction and self-worth that comes from earning real wages for performing meaningful work.”

Legion Auxiliary

meets Tuesday

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Unit 62 Auxiliary monthly meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 211 Central Ave. New members always welcome. Manufacturers coupons for overseas troops, canceled stamps, and can tabs are collected and can be dropped off at the Post.

Computer courses

offered in Fredonia

The Darwin R. Barker Library will be offering the following computer classes in October:

¯ Library Catalog & Library Websites, Friday from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Navigate the Barker Library website and the Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System (CCLS) website. Also, learn how to navigate the CCLS library catalog. Class will be hands-on learning.

¯ Computer and Internet Safety, Friday, Oct. 21 from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. October is Cybersecurity Awareness month. Participants will learn how to keep their computer system sand personal information safe from the dangers of the “dark web.”

¯ Goodreads, Friday, Oct. 28 from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Learn how to navigate Goodreads. Goodreads is a social media platform that is specialized for book lovers. Find the next book to add to your “to read” list, or share your favorite books with friends (or the world)!

To register for computer classes, call the library at 716 672-8051. All programs are free of charge. The library is located at 7 Day St., Fredonia.