Wdowiasz proclaims disability employment awareness month

Dunkirk Mayor Kate Wdowiasz has proclaimed October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the city.

The month “celebrates the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and raises awareness about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents,” according to Wdowiasz’s proclamation.

She wrote that the theme for this year’s month is “Celebrating Value and Talent” of U.S. workers with disabilities. Wdowiasz added, “The city of Dunkirk is committed to advancing policies and practices that promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity in employment for individuals with disabilities, including through partnerships with local organizations, employers, and schools that help open doors to meaningful careers.”

Wdowiasz concluded, “I encourage all residents, businesses and community organizations to join in Celebrating Value and Talent — to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities, promote inclusive hiring and workplace practices, and ensure all our citizens have the opportunity to contribute their strengths to our community.”

Legion Auxiliary meets Tuesday

CASSADAGA — The Cassadaga Legion Auxiliary will be holding its October meeting Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend, we have many upcoming events that need input and help.

St. John’s Church holds Oct. 18 dinner

St. John’s Church, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, will hold a Swiss Steak dinner on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The dinner includes dessert. Meals are eat-in or take-out. Those who wish to can eat in the church’s fellowship hall or meals may be picked up from the church’s parking lot entrance on Eagle Street. Tickets are $13 each. Please order tickets early; reservations are strongly suggested. Tickets can be ordered by calling the church office at 716-366-0710, giving the number of requested tickets. Pay for tickets at the door. Cash or checks payable to St. John’s Church are accepted.

Halloween Haunt planned for Oct. 26

Costumed guides and actors will lead guests through the 1839 Busti Mill and the 1849 miller’s house to hear spooky stories from the Brothers Grimm fairy tales.

Refreshments and a Halloween craft will follow in the meeting room. This is a non-scary family friendly Halloween event.

The tours are on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. Tours start on the half hour. Adults are $10, and children 12 and under $5. All children must be accompanied by an adult.