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Editor “They are recreating the look and feel, and even the sounds of Walter Pickut the 1950s. When you enter Midway, you are stepping back in “I enjoy watching people just sit back, relax, and forget the cares time to a wonderful place.” The Friends of Midway is a non-profit of the day…and enjoy some great time with their family,” Kate organization, created in 2010 to support the long term mission Gross told a recent visitor to Long Point State Park in Maple of Midway State Park under President, Bob Wooler, a lifetime Springs, NY. Kate Gross has been the manager of Long Point and Maple Springs, next door neighbor of the grand old park. Midway State Parks for three years, overseeing new development and helping to expand New York State’s vision for recreational “We’re restoring the details and taking a step-by-step approach,” opportunities in Chautauqua County. Wooler said. “The State’s projects are mostly large scale, long- term infrastructure projects; buildings, power, water and roads. The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic We’re doing the smaller but visible things that people notice and Preservation manages New York’s 178 state parks, from the remember; they can see their contributions at work. It’s a perfect shores of Long Island on the Atlantic Ocean to the mighty partnership. Niagara Falls and world famous Lake Chautauqua. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, golf courses and especially New COMMENDATION York State’s only state owned, historic amusement park, Midway On June 27, 2012, Chautauqua County Legislators Vince State Park on route 430 in Chautauqua County. Horrigan and Lori Cornell sponsored a special Commendation Midway State Park, founded in 1898 by the Jamestown & stating, in part: Lake Erie Railway, is the fifteenth-oldest continually operating RESOLVED, that the Chautauqua County Legislature hereby amusement park anywhere within the United States, and the celebrates our three New York State Parks, and specially recognizes fifth-oldest remaining trolley park, according to park historians. and commends the efforts of Friends of Midway State Park, and “Each park creates different expectations and very different further encourages greater citizen participation to partner with experiences,” Gross said. “Midway came to us with a century the state to maintain and enhance three of Chautauqua County’s Friend Us On of history and treasured memories in the hearts and minds of greatest natural treasures, our three state parks. FACEBOOK thousands of faithful park regulars, while Long Point has always RECORD ATTENDANCE been a place of serenity and scenic beauty for camping, boating, Nearly 57 million visitors enjoyed New York State park in 2010, bathing and fishing.” up by one million visits over the previous year, with predictions “And Lake Erie State Park, our northernmost site in the county, for a similar increases all the way through 2012, according to is an incredible camping park,” Gross said with obvious pride. “It the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic has spectacular views and unforgettable sunsets. It’s a great place Preservation. According to the then acting Park Commissioner for weddings and very popular for family, church and business Andy Beers, “With so many people turning to affordable and parties.” convenient destinations for recreation and culture in these difficult economic times, New York is fortunate to have such “It’s a bit more difficult to inherit a popular attraction than to high-quality and inviting state parks and historic sites across the create a new one,” Gross explained. After the Grand Opening state.” Ceremony under New York State management on May 25, 2007, Nearly 50,000 Empire Passports, annual passes, were sold Visit our website at: the challenge was restoring the amusement park and maintaining its unique atmosphere and appeal, something not attempted statewide last year, providing unlimited day use and vehicle entry www.jamestowngazette.com to nearly all New York State parks and recreational facilities. for full copies of back issues, before by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Midway Park offers special family all-season rates also, which extra content, and more! includes rides and special attractions. “The Friends of Midway have been an amazing help,” Gross said. CON’T ON PAGE 5

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Can’t you just about hear the music? Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer… You’ll wish that summer could always be here. picnics and games; they are creating a vibrant Most of us work all year and plan for our community of both yesterday and today, the summer vacation as if it took a year’s worth essence of a healthy society. of penance to pay for the guilty pleasure of it. But leisure is as important as work. You can’t Long Point State Park is a place of serenity keep running if you’re too run down. Even the and scenic beauty. But it is more, combining Energizer Bunny needs to recharge his batteries its natural treasures with world class fishing some time. and boating that attract visitors who enrich the social and cultural life of Chautauqua County To illustrate the importance of leisure time with their own interests and experiences. And activities, consider Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Lake Erie State Park is a Mecca for campers, support for the $143 million allocated in birders and scenic photographers. It is a place 2012 by the State of New York Division of the to refresh the artist’s and the naturalist’s eye and Budget, as the single largest infusion in history appreciation for the outdoors along the bluffs of capital dollars for New York State’s parks. overlooking Lake Erie and amid some of the The government of New York understands that finest wine country in the United States. leisure and recreation are important in a well balanced society. Vacation, a time of leisure, can even be a time for an awakening of spiritual values and insights. This week the Jamestown Gazette invites our Young people from around the world come readers to join us for a tour of Chautauqua to our local Summer Camps as Counselors and County’s three State parks, each with its own campers. For many of these young people this unique attractions and personality. Since summer will be a life changing experience for the State of New York considers leisure and them. recreation worth $143 million in a single year, maybe they know something about how Work will always be with us, so be sure to take important your next vacation really is. your leisure time seriously enough to really enjoy it. And for those long, gray winter days Logan P. Smith, a mid-20th Century American- that seem a million years from those lazy, hazy, born essayist, author and literary critic stated it crazy days of summer, remember what Milton very simply, “If you are losing your leisure, look Berle said, “Laughter is an instant vacation.” out; you may be losing your soul.” Enjoy the read. New York’s only State Amusement Park, Midway Park in Maple Springs, is practically Walt Pickut a time machine. The state and the Friends of Editor, The Jamestown Gazette Midway are reviving more than a place for

July 9, 2012 Jamestown Gazette www.JamestownGazette.com • Page 3 Boogie Wonder Band Concert on Bemus Floating Stage to benefit Crèche & WCA Pediatrics Contributing Article by “We hope this Karl Sisson event will increase Dust off the old bell bottoms and platform shoes and the community’s get ready to dance. Disco music will be alive and well awareness of Crèche on Chautauqua Lake this summer in the form of the as well as raise Boogie Wonder Band. Crèche and WCA Hospital money to support invite you to come out and party with them in Bemus children in need,” says Point, ‘70s style. Amy Turner, event organizer and Crèche On Saturday, August 11 at 8:00 p.m., for the third board member. straight summer, the Boogie Wonder Band will “In addition to the perform on the DFT Communications Floating Stage concert, we will be in Bemus Bay. This ten-piece retro/disco show band conducting a disco will take you back to the era of sideburns and afros. costume contest and a basket raffle. We Dan Dalpra, founder of the Bemus Bay Pops and invite everyone in owner of The Italian Fisherman, says, “The real story our community to here is the ability to combine the quality brands of generously support WCA Hospital, Crèche, The Italian Fisherman and our non-profit organization, the the Bemus Bay Pops and produce an event that will Brenda Ireland, Chair of the WCA Hospital Board of Directors, joins Bemus Bay Pops kids we are dedicated bring the community together for a great cause that representatives Dan Dalpra and Michelle Turner, and Crèche board members Amy Turner and benefits the entire region.” to serving, and our Sandy Calalesina, to announce the Boogie Wonder Band in concert on Saturday, August 11 at community hospital 8:00 p.m. to benefit Crèche and pediatric patients served by WCA Hospital. “The setting for a concert on Chautauqua Lake is by joining us on magical,” says Brenda Ireland, Chair of the WCA August 11th for this spectacular event.” United States playing a funk- and disco-heavy set list Hospital Board of Directors. “We are confident that while wearing leisure suits and afro wigs. the crowd will enjoy this picturesque setting, great A portion of each ticket sale will be considered a tax- food, and be thoroughly entertained by top-notch deductible gift to WCA Hospital. Doors will open at With the release of six albums featuring numerous performers.” 6:30 p.m. for the VIP and Preferred Seating guests, songs, the Boogie Wonder Band makes each show a followed by dinner and hors d’oeuvres at 7:00 p.m. little different than the last. Some of the cover songs This unique concert event will raise funds for Crèche, and the concert at 8:00 p.m. To purchase tickets or to they perform come from well-known acts such as a local non-profit organization that has been helping learn more about event sponsorship, please contact Kool and the Gang, Donna Summer, The Bee Gees children in our area for over 100 years, and for the any member of Crèche, call 716-664-8423, stop by and many other party songs that people can sing and pediatric patients served by WCA Hospital through the WCA Office of Development, or visit any of these dance to. the sale of limited, reserved seating tickets. web sites: www.wcahospital.org, www.crecheforkids. org, or www.bemusbaypops.com. “The idea is to give the audience the sights and Two types of tickets are available for sale. The VIP sounds of the 1970s. It’s a high-energy show and the ticket features an eloquent dinner and open bar Boogie Wonder Band closest thing you get to that time,” says bass player served by a full wait staff on the Italian Fisherman Boogie Cindy. “Dress up. It helps to get people loose, Deck. The Preferred Seating ticket features hot and A psychedelic disco-inspired musical group, the up and dancing. It’s a big party. It’s music that’s all cold gourmet hors d’oeuvres served on the Italian Boogie Wonder Band features ten band members about happiness and I think people need that. For two Fisherman Dockwalk and Lawn. Event sponsorship who have been performing together since 1996. The hours they forget about everything else.” opportunities, which include Preferred Seating group has shared the stage with ’70s legends like tickets, exist for businesses and individuals. Gloria Gaynor and Kool & the Gang, and played at To learn more, please visit the band’s web site at www. events for Sharpie, Levi’s and Cirque du Soleil. Based BoogieWonderBand.com. in Montreal, they tour throughout Canada and the

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On May 14th, our Board evaluated the entire situation Vince Horrigan, County Legislator; Bob Wooler, President, Friends of Midway; Kevin McNallie, Manager, Lake and assessed that in fact the School was indeed able to remain open Erie State Park; Kate Gross, Park Manager for Midway and Long Point State Parks; Brad Whitcomb, Allegany for the 2012-2013 year. This unanimous resolution by the Board was regional director, Lori Cornell, County Legislator; Bill Locke, Member, Friends of Midway, accepting the transmitted to the Diocese but in the end it was rejected. Chautauqua County Legislature Resolution, cosponsored by Horrigan and Cornell, honoring Midway State Park and the Friends of Midway. This action of the Diocese which then made the earlier March 9th resolution (which included the enrollment number of 100 and which MIDWAY STATE PARK resulted in permission for the 2 month extension) binding in their eyes, New York State calls Midway State Park At 1,308 feet above sea level, the lake is said to indicated to us that from the diocesan perspective the history of our a “family treasure on Chautauqua Lake.” be one of the highest navigable bodies of water school over the past 10 years and the presumed projections for even the Originally established in 1898, the first owners in North America. Bass, perch and pike are next few years revealed to them that enrollment would not be adequate of the park built a dance hall and bath houses, popular catches, but Chautauqua’s muskellunge, to continue sustainable operation. Parenthetically, we did reach tennis courts and playing fields to attract the native muskies, are world famous for their an enrollment number of 99, however, our number included Pre-K patrons to weekend outings on the trolley. In size and their fight. In fact, the only keepers a through 8, whereas the Diocese acknowledges only K-8. 1915, a new building was added with a (then) fisher can take home must be at least 40”. Long modern kitchen, a spacious dining room and Point is also a popular destination for ice fishing The Diocese has pointed out that in the past 10 years our enrollment a large dancing and roller skating parlor. It has and other winter sports. has significantly declined by 69% and that there has been, over since been converted to concession stands, a gift LAKE ERIE STATE PARK this time, a failure to effect significant change, although various shop and a museum. A short drive southwest along the Lake Erie opportunities were available from the Diocese. Also, the Diocese determined that the ability of our School to achieve financial Restoration of the vintage 1946 Herschell shore, about 5 miles from Fredonia-Dunkirk, sustainability going forward was questionable, in part at least due to Carousel, revival of the ever popular July 4 brings vacationers to Lake Erie State Park the various incentives in place for next year. It was also pointed out fireworks tradition and a staged renovation of through a New York State Heritage Area of that the demographics of our area with decreasing population and the the passenger cars, engine and train station on award winning Concord Grape vineyards. economic recession were significant contributors to the enrollment the famous Chautauqua Choo-Choo miniature The 355 acre park was the first state park in problem. train are ongoing projects of the Friends of Chautauqua County, established in 1928. Midway. Mini golf, the tilt-a whirl, go-karts and High bluffs overlook Lake Erie from the State The financial goal, outlined in the March resolution by the board, was bumper boats and more are available along with Park. A breathtaking panorama greets visitor clearly met, as noted in the May 14th Board Resolution. The Board old fashioned candy apples, cotton candy and who can experience the sunsets of a lifetime was thrilled with the fundraising effort. In fact, $146,000 was raised, the skill-challenging, classic midway games. with an evening family picnic. Lake Erie State above and beyond the goal. Additional potential donations were even forthcoming. Individuals, organizations, foundations, alumns, area Picnic shelters are available as well as picnic Park features a three quarter mile shoreline businesses, churches and community leaders all stepped up to the plate areas under the tall, green forest canopy of the bordering the shallowest part of the Great for our school, The enrollment effort was also felt to be successful in park. Fishing and free docking are also available Lakes. Ninety seven campsites and 10 cabins that the enrollment increased by almost 30% for 2012 in a compressed for day visitors. are offered at the park. Day users can enjoy the picnic areas equipped with shelters, playgrounds time period of about 2 months, and in spite of the uncertainty about LONG POINT STATE PARK and hiking trails. the school’s future. The Board felt that this significant effort was a good “Long Point is a wonderful place for peace, quiet sign for the future, and even though tuition incentives were offered, the and serenity,” Kate Gross promised. “If you want Birders know the park as an excellent place hope was that with our excellent academic record and student growth a week, or even an easy-going day, this is a place for locating rare migratory birds following the on many levels, the students and parents would recognize the value of were you can unwind and leave the cares of the lake’s edge as a landmark along their ancient our educational experience and would remain in our School. workplace behind. Most of this park was created migratory routes. The park’s hiking trails are All of these many efforts by so many were in the realm of heroic and from property donations by wealthy, private also available to cross-country skiers during the showed the wide spread support of our School. CAHF has offered an individuals who wanted their getaways and winter months. excellent academic product and character development in a supportive, private preserves to be enjoyed forever by their “The three State Parks of Chautauqua County caring and spiritual environment, to offer to the world well educated, friends, neighbors and local citizens,” Gross are a treasure,” Kate Gross said, “and a pleasure well rounded, grounded, balanced good citizens and leaders that our explained. The land was transformed by the to manage. We have only four full time world depends on. Regretfully, after over 140 years, the doors will have state into a park of more than 300 acres. employees, but each has a passion for a special to close. A peninsula-like shoreline jutting into the blue aspect of the park’s operation. 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1 mile N of Jamestown on Route 60 484-1485 July 9, 2012 Jamestown Gazette www.JamestownGazette.com • Page 7 ABOVE & BEYOND Award Presented Contributing Article by Rotary Club of Jamestown Carrie O’Brien Spencer was recently presented with the Rotary Club of Jamestown’s ABOVE AND BEYOND Award at the Club’s Annual Recognition dinner.

Mrs. Spencer was honored (L to R) Sue Jones, Outgoing President of the for her Chairmanship of Rotary Club of Jamestown, Rick Sterne, District the Club’s Annual Auction Governor of Rotary District 7090, Carrie Graham, was again this past spring. recipient of the Rotary Club’s ABOVE AND The Rotary Club’s Auction BEYOND Award. earned over $26,000 Contributing Writer this year and Mrs. Graham has been a significant leader in the Auction However, bear in mind that the toast is hierarchy over the past five years. Rebecca Rosen an expression of honor and goodwill. Therefore, it’s only humorous if everyone Branch Manager for ManpowerGroup, Graham has been a member of Dear Bridal Becky, agrees. There are many prepared toasts that Rotary since 2005 and is also a Paul Harris Fellow. In addition she is a can easily be obtained via the internet. A sales representative for Mary Kay Cosmetics. My best friend of 20 years asked me to be his best man at his wedding. I am very word to the wise is to avoid drinking ahead A 2000 GRADUATE OF Jamestown Business College, Ms. Graham nervous about making a speech at the of time, especially If you choose to deliver is presently pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree through the University wedding reception. When I think about it, I it from memory. It’s imperative that you of Phoenix. She is married to Scott Graham and is the mother of two break out in a cold sweat. I was never very are reverent and you have got to appear children. good in public speaking and a certainly collected in order to do so. Relax, enjoy your do not want to make a fool out of myself, moment and be yourself. After all, that’s why stammering and stuttering. I need to write you were given the honor in the first place. Rotary Honors Long Time Service something appropriate, but I do not have a The following are a couple of my favorites: clue where to start. Please help! “I am truly honored to be a best man today. Contributing Article by Nervous in North Harmony, And on behalf of everyone here I would Rotary Club of Jamestown like to wish ______& ______Gregory Jones was honored a long happy life together. Let’s raise our by the Rotary Club of Dear Nervous, glasses as we toast this couple. May you both Jamestown recently for his 30 live as long as you want and never want as years of service to the Club as Congratulations! It’s quite an honor long as you live.” its Sergeant-at-Arms. to be chosen as your friend’s best man. Unfortunately, what often accompanies the May God be with you and bless you. May Jones began serving the Club honor is a natural sense of anxiety when you see your children’s children. May you in that role in 1981 and took anticipating ones being in the spotlight. The be poor in misfortunes and rich in blessings. a break in his duties for one best way to overcome the anxiety is through May you know nothing but happiness from year to serve as President of (L to R) Rotary Club of Jamestown Outgoing preparation. The adrenalin will still flow, this day forward. the Club. In the local Rotary President Sue Jones and Rotary District 7090 but it will be more manageable from the May love and laughter light your days, and Club, the Sergeant-at-Arms, Governor Rick Sterne of Brantford, Ontario present confidence that you project in being totally warm your heart and home. May good and maintains order and also Dr. Greg Jones with a special award for his 30 years prepared. You will dramatically increase faithful friends be yours, wherever you adds levity to the meetings of service as Sergeant-at-Arms for the Club. your comfort level once you identify what may roam. May peace and plenty bless your with humorous finings of the you want to say. Reading the toast is totally world with joy that long endures. May all members for their activities outside the realm of Rotary. acceptable and would also serve to relieve life’s passing seasons bring the best to you Jones has been keeping track of member’s activities for the past 30 years and the pressure. You may even choose to and yours! making sure to bring those activities forward at weekly meetings for all other personalize it and write your own. Good Luck! members to know about and for the member to pay a fine to the club treasury. If that’s the route you choose: The fines garnered about $2,500 per year for the Club and were always made in Bridal Becky good fun. 1. Open with who you are and how you know the bride and groom. Rebecca Rosen is the contributing writer and Outgoing Rotary Club President Sue Jones remarked, “The Sergeant-at-Arms job DIY expert for Chautauqua Wedding. She is important as a revenue source for the Club (a fundraiser) and to inject humor 2. Talk about what you’ve observed about has been in the bridal industry for over 15 to Club meetings (a funraiser). Greg would intersperse finings with interesting their happiness since meeting. years. For more information about bridal quizzes about local events, holidays and trivia. His dedication to this task has 3. Perhaps share a great story about when articles, tips, directory of local bridal experts, been tremendous.” you knew they were and fabulous DIY projects, please visit: www. Dr. Jones is a retired optometrist/owner of Spectrum Eyecare. He has been a The One ot each other. chautauquawedding.com. member of the local Rotary Club of Jamestown since 1974 and also holds The 4. Wish them a lifetime of happiness Jester Award and the Paul Harris Fellow award. together. District 7090 Governor Rick Sterne was on hand to present Jones with his award.

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Page 12 • www.JamestownGazette.com Jamestown Gazette July 9, 2012 Community Gathers for Hospice Service of Remembrance and Memorial Butterfly Release Contributing Article by Megan D’Angelo, Megan D’Angelo Director of Community On June 3rd, Hospice of Chautauqua County held Relations was a Service of Remembrance and Memorial Butterfly personally touched Release at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church at 1 p.m. by the butterfly This special celebration was highly anticipated as release celebration. Hospice has not held an event like this since 2008. Aside from being a This very special event was a unique opportunity director for the non to remember and honor loved ones by dedicating a for profit charity, butterfly in their memory. Guests shared memories she is a person and enjoyed music performed by Amanda Barton herself who has of Big Leg Emma and Bill Ward. The highlight of lost loved ones; the celebration was the mass release of two hundred and was powerfully and fifty Painted Lady Butterflies which welcomed moved by the the crowd with their beauty as they mingled above occasion. “When them and the flowering plants. This service drew we lose someone we in quite the crowd; as over 120 people attended! have loved, we are Hospice of Chautauqua was ecstatic and very grateful always looking for for those who attended this very special event. The a way to remember program was an uplifting and joyful experience while them. Releasing the remembering loved ones lost. The release of hundreds butterflies is a very The picture is of the Walter family. They had our Hospice services, and Don on the right lost his of butterflies was a special way to say ‘thank you” heartwarming and wife the day before due to Alzheimer’s. Film students from Fredonia State had collaborated with us in putting a documentary together for his wife, entitled, “Good Morning Mary Lou.” We for how all of their lives had been brightened and special way. When played the documentary during the service, and it made it that more special. touched by those loved ones who have passed. a butterfly lands on you, I truly believe All community members were welcomed to dedicate the important work and special accommodations of that it is a great way to feel their love and presence, a butterfly. No prior affiliation with Hospice was Hospice of Chautauqua County to provide quality not just on this very special day, but every day.” needed. Their dedication included the very special end of life care for the terminally ill and grief support release of a butterfly and the names of those being The donation for the butterflies was $20.00 for one for their families. The community greatly benefits honored. name to be remembered. The donation reserved from such services as Hospice continually offers a butterfly in honor of their loved on. Those who family support to terminally ill patients and their were unable to attend the Service of families providing care, hope and dignity. Remembrance and Memorial Day Release If you would like additional information about may still make a donation in the name of Hospice of Chautauqua County and those many a family member by going to their website services that they provide or would like to know more at: http://www.hospicechautco.org about upcoming event, please contact Hospice at Proceeds from this event will continue 753-5383.

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The greatest compliment you can give is a referral. Contributing Writer Pastor Shawn Hannon A Little Elmer’s Glue There is a small marble turtle I got in the evil I do not want is what I do. (Romans Madagascar in 2004 who sits on a shelf in my 7:14-20) office. Unfortunately (for that marble turtle) Ever felt like that? Ever not understood when I decorated my office two years ago, I your own actions? Ever identified the wrong underestimated the importance of marble decision, and found yourself doing it anyway? objects and God’s shortest people. I placed Ever longed to do the right thing, but found him about two and a half feet off the ground. yourself incapable of doing it? Ever innocently Not two months after I arrived here at Hope looked at a turtle, and the next thing you Lutheran Church one of our younger members know his head is popping off? Ever started a came up to me with that turtle in their hands— conversation wondering how Jeannine was separate hands. doing, and ended the conversation gossiping “Funniest thing happened, Pastor Shawn,” the about her? Ever planned to donate to that child said. “I was just walking by and the turtle’s Malarial campaign, spend some time at the head popped right off.” food pantry, or call that brother you haven’t spoken to in years, and found later that you Now isn’t that an amazing thing? That turtle didn’t come through on any of them? Ever survived a summer in Madagascar. That turtle wanted to do something good, and watched was stuffed into an overly small suitcase, and yourself do something evil? managed to keep its head on a two-day journey across the Atlantic Ocean. In the years that Of course you have. And I’m not saying that followed, that turtle was packed and moved because I know you. I am saying that because I SEVEN times! But when that turtle arrived at know me. I am saying that because I know us. Hope Lutheran Church, the thundering steps We are bound by sin. We are stuck in it. And of a 35-pound child made that turtle’s head pop the damage is a bit more than Elmer’s Glue can right off. That is, little child, the funniest thing. mend. Now, I don’t know what really happened, and But it’s not too much for our God. Because I can assure you I am not worried about it. God knows us too. He knows what happened A little Elmer’s Glue and that turtle has been to that turtle. He knows we gossip about our restored. But this story does speak to our friends. He knows when we spend too much condition as human beings. We can hardly walk time watching TV, and not enough time “Do all to the glory of God.” on by without damaging things. The apostle helping others. He knows every evil thought, 1 Corinthians 10:31b Paul summed it up nicely in his letter to the every evil word, every evil action. And he loves Romans. He wrote, us anyways. And more than that, he forgives us. I do not understand my own actions. For I He restores us. He makes us whole. Photo Retouching • Caricatures do not do what I want, but the very thing I So let us live careful not to break one another’s Ad Layout • Graphic Design hate… I can will what is right, but I cannot turtles, but bold enough to trust that when we Creative Web Art & MORE!!! do it. For I do not do the good I want, but do God already has forgiven us. Amen. Daniel LaQuay 38 North Franklin Street VALU HEARING Cattaraugus, NY 14719 AID SERVICES (716)257-5512 studio NYSED, Empire, United Health NEA, Aetna & BCBS PETER D. LUMIA BC-HIS ACCEPTING Appointments Only NEW CLIENTS All Make Repairs e-mail: [email protected] 484-7777 641 FOOTE AVE

Page 14 • www.JamestownGazette.com Jamestown Gazette July 9, 2012 Y WCA Arts and Crafts Festival Contributing Article by Ms. Angelo creates doll clothes, the Burns make wooden puzzles, Tom and Belle Dole Katie Smith feature dried floral arrangements and Rena Pierce brings a variety of hand knit and sewn apparel, kitchen towels and cloths as well as painted home décor items and hand crafted From the original 16 vendors in 1972 to the over 150 vendors in 2012 – the Westfield Arts jewelry. Other long time vendors feature cut out sillouettes, custom silver jewelry, pottery, and Crafts Festival has changed and grown, but has retained an aura of high quality, hand dips and cheesecake mixes. crafted items for sale. This years’ show is scheduled for July 27 and 28, held rain or shine in Moore Park, the center of the western New York village of Westfield. New to the 2012 show are vendors who reuse clothing to make planters, a crafter specializing in Native American art, crafters who make all natural soap, candles, lotions and Each day the vendors will be available at 9 AM; on Friday the festival is open until 6 PM scents, vendors with pet treats, garden décor created from silverware, primitive country and on Saturday until 5 PM. There is free admission, free parking at the Theatre Motel and furniture and handbags, purses and totes – just to name a few. free shuttle service to the park. “This is a wonderful event and the comments we receive from the vendors and their Historical material at the YWCA indicates the show began in the early 1970s after a local customers are all positive. Staff, board members, their families and our community partners resident, Linda Dunn, had visited similar events in other areas. Newspaper articles and all make it easy. It’s exciting to know so many of the artists want to return year after year but posters show there were originally demonstrations from a number of the artists, a doll it’s also very rewarding to know the show has a good reputation and there are new artists show, trolley rides and a Pennsylvania Dutch Dinner. In 1976 the festival partnered with that want to be included.” Stated Ivy Higginbotham, board president. the village and offered visitors ‘old fashioned bargain days and side walk sales’ as well as the opportunity to celebrate the nations’ 200th birthday. Food is also an important addition to the festival. Local organizations and churches provide the beverages, sandwiches, chicken dinners, homemade pies and other treats. “It’s In 1992 the YWCA was approached and the Board of Directors voted to sponsor the a great selection of specially prepared items” continued Ms. Smith; “you’ll need to come to festival and take on the related responsibilities. Since then the YWCA has put on the the show and enjoy all there is to offer. In addition to enjoying some great food, you’ll get festival each year. Over the course of time new vendors were added and the show now satisfaction knowing you’ve helped support our local churches, other not for profits and covers the entire park. service clubs.” “This makes 2012 a double anniversary year,” said YWCA ED Katie Smith. “we’re Proceeds from the show help support the YWCA Westfield. Locally the YWCA provides celebrating 40 years of the show and 20 years of YWCA sponsorship. We’re excited to child care services, offers a variety of classes to the community, has both meeting rooms and bring entertainment back – several local acts as well as a vocalist from Connecticut will be bedrooms for rent, operates a fitness center and works to demonstrate the mission of the performing in the gazebo, both days. We’re printing a keepsake program featuring vendor YWCA – empower women and eliminate racism. The YWCA is a United Way Agency, a bios, local historical information and business ads and our lineup of vendors includes member of the National YWCA and the northeast regional council. returning favorites as well as some new and exciting craftspeople.” Smith continued. More information on the YWCA Westfield is available by calling 716.326.2011, by “We can count Arlene Angelo, Tony and June Burns, Tom and Belle Dole, and Rena Pierce checking the website at www.ywcawestfield.org. or by connecting on Facebook. among the vendors with a 25+ year history of participation. These vendors are joined by a significant number of others who have a 15+ year history with the show.” She continued.

Furniture History Talk Contributing Article by Fenton History Center Come hear about an important part of our area’s history during the lunch hour on Wednesday July 11 beginning at noon. Fenton Trustee and local historian Clarence Carlson will talk about the evolution of the Swedish Furniture Co., started in 1883, that eventually became Crawford Furniture. The talk features images, stories and more about the once bustling local furniture industry. Carlson says,” My interest started with my dad. He was a cabinet maker in Jamestown from about 1929 to 1959. I was interested in the factories he worked at; Maddox, Crawford’s and Union National. After reading a little about them I wanted to know more about the manufacturing of fine furniture in Jamestown.” The lecture will be in the education room of the Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., just south of the Washington St. Bridge on Route 60. The lecture is free, but donations are welcome. The series continues the 2nd Wednesday of each month through October. The next topic on August 8 is about the War of 1812 and its affect on Western New York. Steve Johnson will talk about the military uniforms and equipment of the time. Visit www.fentonhistorycenter.org or call 664-6256 for more information. July 9, 2012 Jamestown Gazette www.JamestownGazette.com • Page 15 Attract MONDAY 3328 Hadley Bay Rd., Stow, NY 14785 All Day: 3 Hard Tacos for $2.29 TUESDAY (716) 763-1222 All Day: Margaritaville for $2.99 w/Food Purchase New $2.00 OFF Fajita Dinners Sunday Breakfast Buffet WEDNESDAY 8 am to 1 pm All Day: Mexican Revolution 2 Dinners for $15.00 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and “Serving a Rich Tradition of Pride, THURSDAY Hospitality, and Fine Food.” Diners Family Night: 4 to 10 pm Late Night Menu! 1/2 Price Kids Meals & Pitchers of Pop w/Purchase of Any Dinner Entree ServingBreakfast in the FRIDAY Buy One Dinner All Day: Cantina Fiesta! Pitchers of Pop, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm Everyday! Beer, Sangria Coolers $2.50 to $4.99 Get One 1/2 Price w/Food Purchase Restaurant SATURDAY Happy Hour with the purchase of 2 beverages Margarita Pitchers $9.99 3 pm to 6 pm Everyday! Offer good Monday thru Thursday. Any Flavor w/Food Purchase ( ) Connection Live Music Please present at time of ordering OPEN: 3 pm to 6 pm Sundays! Hultman’s Restaurant Mon-Thurs 11 am to 10 pm For music on weekends check Facebook for bands! 232 West Main St. • Falconer, NY 14733 Fri & Sat 11 am to 11 pm Here in the Closed Sun Located just off Rt. 394 on (716) 665-6837 Hadley Bay Rd. 2/10 mile south Hours: 203 EAST THIRD ST. of Exit 8 interchange (I-86). Jamestown JAMESTOWN • 488-0226 Open at 5pm, Mon. thru Sat. • Closed July 4th Gazette! COUPON

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Son-in-law decides to join in on the fun one week before the trip. Does this matter? Not really, but it does require a third trip to the airport to retrieve said son-in-law. Grandma gets extra points for offering to pick him up. Daughters call and text supply lists, and while this seems a harmless task, Julia realizes she hasn’t washed clothes in weeks and doesn’t fit into any of her shorts. Given one day to do the laundry and pack, she opts to shop instead. No points awarded. Flight day: Daughters fly from multiple states with kids in tow. Having mastered losing luggage, Julia packs mostly carry-on bags, preps for flight delays and missed connections with boatloads of candy, and hopes for a miracle. Said miracle happens but ten hours later everybody is wired from the obnoxious amounts of sugar and caffeine the travelers have consumed. Uncle Jeff’s cat finds refuge under the bed. No points awarded. Excursions: The Zoo and Sea World are good practice for the walking and standing that will be taking place in Disney. Grandchildren have Busti Town picnic various meltdowns of sorts, Uncle does his best to go with the flow, Contributing Article by Son-in-law tries to offer his opinions which, right or wrong, don’t Norman Carlson matter, because he is the in-law. Daughters try to decide how much flexibility to give the kids, Grandparents offer opinions and begin to The Busti Town Picnic was held June 30, a since last fall. Two bottom stones have been daydream about their Time Share. warm summer evening with about 75 people set in place. Water gate lifters, stone control attending. The picnic was held in the pavilion mechanisms, and elevators have been repaired Disney: Princess loving six year olds, tentative seven and eight year on the Busti Historical Society grounds. Old and constructed, and electrical work has been olds, and a thrill-seeking preteenager create an interesting mix by Dawg Bluegrass band (Steve Strom – mandolin started. In a surprise move, Bob Schultz, the themselves, never mind the grandparents trying to keep up with their three children who all say they are flexible but know the best and dobro, Steve Eng-guitar, Bill White- banjo Mill restoration chairman, set some of the plan for accomplishing all the desired tasks if everyone would just and dobro, and Mark Davis- bass) played shafting in motion and for the first time in 55 listen to them. Thankfully, everybody reconciles with the idea that throughout the evening. The Busti Hamlet years, the Mill throbbed with the sound of its it is impossible to stay together, so after meetup times for meals are Development Group and the Town of Busti own machinery. determined, people break into pairs and clusters and have a splendid cooked and served hot dogs. The people The picnic took the place of the July meeting. time. The whole gang even managed a group picture in front of the attending brought dishes for a pot luck supper. castle, and not one eye roll was captured in the photo! The next regular business meeting and program The historic Grist Mill was open for viewing will be August 1. A speaker from Lakewood will Stay tuned: Getting everybody to the airport is coming up next! and many participants took the tour. Work has talk about the Packard Day plans for August 11. been in progress on the machinery of the Mill

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DATE TIME VISITING TEAM FUNDRAISER: Downtown Art Walk & Concert Series 8th ANNUAL RIDE AROUND THE LAKE Wed. July 11th 7:05pm Vermont Lake Monsters 3rd Thursday of each month Lake Chautauqua Lutheran Center Thur. July 12th 7:05pm Vermont Lake Monsters Wintergarden Plaza Saturday July 14th Starting at 8:00 am Fri. July 13th 7:05 pm Vermont Lake Monsters Main Street, Jamestown Fundraiser for Camper Scholarships: To never turn a camper Sat. July 14th 7:05 pm Vermont Lake Monsters Presented by The Active Artists Alliance away due to financial need. Sun. July 15th 1:05 pm Tri-City Valleycats For More information 386-4125 or email [email protected] “Faces and Places Around the World”

By Helen Pannes FARMERS MARKETS: Watercolor, Pen & ink, Photography Buy Fresh Buy Local CAMPS: The Fenton History Center Lakewood Library Lakewood: Chautauqua Avenue, Tues. 2-6 Camp Brown, CivilWar Boot Camp July 1-31 Downtown Jamestown: Foundry Alley Fri. 10am to 3pm For grades 4th – 7th Jamestown Community: 712 E. 2nd St. Wed. 2pm to 6pm July 30st -Aug. 3rd All Decks On Hand Fredonia: Opera House Parking Lot, Sat. 8-1 Cost is $50.00 Presented by Suburban Blend and Westfield: Community Park, Sat. 8-1 For more information call 664-6256 or visti Active Artists Alliance and Arts Council For Chautauqua Warren: Midtown Parking Lot; Sat. 8-Noon fentonhistorycenter.org County 3rd on 3rd Gallery FESTIVALS: Reg Lenna Civic Center St. James Parish Italian Festival COMPUTER CLASSES: June23rd - July 13th Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St. 27 Allen Street, Jamestown Free to the Public July 13th -15th iPad for the Future, 2-4pm Tuesday, July 10 For more information Call 487-0125 MOVIES: Electronic Device: 2-4pm Tuesday July 17th Dipson Theaters Couponing: 6-7pm Wed. July 18 Lakewood Cinema 8 Scandinavian Folk Festival Medical Websites: 3-5pm Fri. July 20th Chautauqua Mall Cinema I & II Gerry Rodeo Groups Internet Basics, 10-11:30am. Monday, July 23 For information on movies and times visit: July 20-22 Resume Workshop, 3-5pm Monday, July 16 or Monday, July 30 www.dipsontheaters.com Scandinavianjamestown.org Using a Digital Camera, 6-7pm. Wednesday, July 25. Build a Website, 10-11:30am Monday, July 30. Park 60 Drive-In Lucy Fest Series being offered are: Foote Ave. Jamestown Jametown, NY Introduction to Computers, 3-5pm July 9, 11 and 13 or July 23, Open Fri. Sat. Sun Aug. 1-5 25 and 27 For movie listings visit: www.lucycomedyfest.com Introduction to Excel, 10 to noon July 16, 18, and 20 www.park60.com More details about the classes are available at www. FAIRS: prendergastlibrary.org. Chautauqua County Fair or call 484-7135 Ext. 225 EVENTS: Kickboxing Dunkirk, NY Jamestown Ice Arena July 23rd to July 29th CAR SHOWS: Sat. July 14th World Series of Cars Jametownarena.com Warren County Fair Sunday July 22nd 8 to 5 For tickets call 484-2624 August 7-11 Bergman Park, Baker St. Jamestown Pittsfield, PA Cruise In and Garden Tour Along the Amish Trail COMEDY: Sat. July 14th 11 to 3pm The Forum To be held at the Leon Historic church at the 4 corners, Route 201 N. Main St., Jamestown 62, Leon, NY Improv Comedy every Wed. night 8pm for more information contact Jodi Oakes 257-5120/Pat Galacticsystems.info/the-forum Bromley 296-5709 Bemus Bay Pops Floating Stage in Bemus Point WALKING TOURS: TOURNAMENTS: www.bemusbaypops.com Fenton History Center DODGE BALL 2 67 Washington St. Jamestown Jamestown Ice Arena Jimmy and the Soul Blazers Every Saturday 1-3 Sat. July 28th Saturday July 14, 2012- 8:00 pm The Fenton will lead a series of rotating walking tours through For more info call 484-2624 Rod Stewart Tribute Jamestown. (featuring Rick Larrimore) For more information call 664-6256 CONCERTS: Sunday July 15, 2012- 2:30 pm SUMMER BAND CONCERTS AUDUBON NATURE EVENTS: Goranson Band Shell in Allen Park. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 569-2345 Sponsored by: City of Jamestown’s Parks, Recreation and Tuesday, July, 10, 2012, 6-8 pm, Nature Photography Class: Conservation Department Learn about nature and how to photographic it with Jennifer Wednesday, July 11th Schlick. First of four weekly classes; each will concentrate on Jamestown Municipal Band a different nature lesson and a different camera lesson. $10/ member, $12/non-member per class; $32/member, $40/non- MAYVILLE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES member for all four. Class limited to 15; reserve by Monday Held Thursday Evenings during July and August Visit www.ciweb.org for weekly schedule before each class at (716) 569-2345, info@jamestownaudubon. July 12th: The Dave Yuen Show org, or on-line form. (jazz classics, swing & memories) held at the Village Green Park, corner of Routes 394 and 430 Thursday, July 12, 2012, 6:30-9 pm, Jamestown Audubon intersection uptown Mayville Nature Photography Club: Project Time 6:30-7. Business meeting and program: 7-9. Free to members, $5 for non- Riverwalk Concert Series members. For more information, call (716) 763-9492 or visit Jamestown Riverwalk www.jasphotoclub.wordpress.com. Thurs. July 12th 7-9 pm Kokomo Time VISIT WWW.JAMESTOWNAUDUBON.ORG

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Secret Garden Tour Kathi Anderson & Jon Vandermolen Missy &Raymond Eldermayer, Enjoying The Metzler Garden Ruth Baker, Beth & Ireland Hagglund Secret Garden Tour, Baker Garden

Secret Garden Tour David Metzler, Gardener

Betsy Shepherd Secret Garden Tour Pieteke Johnston (visiting from Perth Dickerson Gardens Scottland) and Jane Kidder Secret Garden Tour, The Lampard Garden Cindy Little & Donna Tranum

Jim and Alice Paige

“Fun Time with Mommy” At Midway Park Chris, Danni, Caden & Chryssa Wahl Pamela and Amy Noll Out for an Evening Ride

Patty Illingworth Secret Garden Tour Volunteers Secret Garden Tour “Girls Coffee Break” Cathy Peterson-Vanhorn and Fern Bertch The Lampard Garden Pat Hakel and Diane Cowles

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