The Class of 2014

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Federally insured by NCUA Chautauqua Marketing Solutions, LLC The People’s Paper. Vol. 4 • No. 24 | Week of June 16, 2014 A nts? The Class of 2014: Ready to Succeed Guaranteed Article by attending Niagara University, majoring in Psychology and English." Results Katrina Fuller Thank You All! Ehrlich Amid excited chatter and the "I cannot thank my teachers, Pest Control rustling of papers, pride swells and coaches and parents enough for emotions run high. Bright lights helping me become who I am to- FREE ESTIMATES beam off a glistening stage, ready day," says Southwestern senior Mi- 800-331-BUGS for the wide array of speeches, chael Bova. "My heart keeps saying guests and footsteps to grace the we must be dreaming…it has gone platform. Waves of 'Pomp and Cir- too fast. The new friends, the old IN THIS ISSUE cumstance' drift through the air as friends and my lifetime friends have Editor’s Message...... 3 young graduates await the end of made this moment a true triumph. Entertainment...... 4 their high school careers, the end My journey continues at SUNY Class of 2014...... 6-9 of an era as one begins anew. Buffalo toward a career in law." Employment...... 10-11 PHOTO CREDIT: DRIFTVALLEY.COM Families, friends, administra- Graduation brings together the Community...... 12-13 tors, teachers and students gather joys of success, bittersweet remem- Seniors...... 14-15 New Plans and High Hopes part of all the sports and groups I together to celebrate the success was involved with that came along brance and the desire to push on Sports...... 16-19 After thirteen years of early ris- and achievement reached through with my high school experience, into one grand night of celebration, ing, structured scheduling, rigor- Puzzles...... 19 years of hard work. In the next few however, I am very excited to be tears and laughter. Graduates will Business...... 20-22 weeks, the class of 2014 prepares ous coursework, and the kinship going to SUNY Buffalo, majoring walk across the stage, and with di- Around Town...... 23 to venture forth into the unknown, that comes along with it, seniors are in Mathematics." Nicholas hopes ploma in hand, stride onward into choosing their paths and finding faced with adulthood: college, the for a career as an actuary or a statis- the future, bettering themselves themselves along the way. job market, and a plethora of deci- tical analyst in sports or business. and their communities. Setting out sions to make. Many area seniors are to pursue their goals and enrich VISIT US ONLINE The month of June brings gradu- choosing to attend college, taking Alexis Lecceadone remembers their lives, these seniors make their ates excitement and anxiety, a up the mantle of higher education. hard work and determination. "I've way into the world, passing from strange balance of eagerness to "College is being too poor to afford been waiting for this moment for so childhood into adulthood with continue forward while still miss- chocolates." Jessica jokes. She plans long, and I couldn't be more excit- youthful zeal and passion for life. ing the excitement of high school. to attend SUNY Geneseo in the ed." This Randolph Central School "High School is like a box of choco- fall, majoring in International Rela- student is eagerly looking forward "It's time for me to pursue all of my lates: sweet." says Jessica Golden, a tions/Political Science. to bright horizons. "While many hopes and dreams - it's a great time in graduating Panama Central School. around me are sad to see it end, my life!" Alexis exclaims. The Class "Graduating is like realizing you ate "It's kind of a bittersweet event," I'm going full speed ahead. I'm not of 2014 is ready to excel, adapt, and all the chocolate faster than you muses Southwestern senior Nicho- scared of my future, but enthusiastic thrive - a force to be reckoned with… wanted to." las Gustafson. "I will miss being a and one hundred percent ready to and trusted with everyone’s future. www.JamestownGazette.com Olympic Champions Meryl Davis & Charlie White to Headline Jamestown Skating & Gymnastics Spectacular Article Contributed by • Two-time Olympic silver medal- U.S. all-around champion John Orozco ist, three-time World champion and • Olympic silver medalist (team) and MERYL DAVIS & Jamestown Savings seven-time Canadian champion Elvis World champion (team) Samantha CHARLIE WHITE Bank Arena Stojko Peszek • Four-time World champion and four- Additional star gymnasts will be an- The Jamestown Savings Bank Arena in time Canadian champion Kurt Brown- ing nounced in August following U.S.A. collaboration with Disson Skating is excit- Gymnastics'national championships. ed to be presenting for the third consecutive • World ice dance champion and ten- year the Progressive Skating & Gymnastics time Canadian ice dance champion In addition, an Olympic dream team is Spectacular on December 13, 2014. Shae-Lynn Bourne coming back to host the show in James- • Two-time U.S. champion Alissa Czisny town and includes:Olympic figure skating The cast features the most decorated • Canadian silver medalist Shawn Saw- champion Kristi Yamaguchi, three-time dance team in US figure skating his- yer U.S. champion Michael Weiss, and Olym- tory,2014 Olympic Champions and two- The cast is also scheduled to include the pic gymnastics champions Nadia Co- time World Champions Meryl Davis and maneci and Bart Conner. Charlie White, who return to Jamestown following gymnastics stars: following their victory in Sochi. Following • Olympic champion (team), World all- The musical guests for this year are two the Olympics, Davis and White competed around champion, and two-time U.S. young artists that are climbing the charts. in the eighteenth season of ABC's Danc- all-around champion Jordyn Wieber First up is Cody Simpson, a teenage heart- ing with the Stars. Davis was crowned this (member of the Fierce Five® from the throb from Australia that has been crank- year's champion with her partner Maksim 2012 Olympic Games in London) ing out hits since 2010. His new single Chmerkovskiyon May 20, 2014. • 2013 U.S. all-around, parallel bars & "Surfboard" is going to be a summer an- high bar champion and three-time them, and he is one of the hottest tickets The star-studded figure skating cast, in NCAA all-around champion Sam Mi- for teens right now. Simpson also compet- addition to Davis and White, is scheduled kulak to include: • Two-time World medalist and 2012 SKATING & GYMNASTICS, PG. 17 COURTESY PHOTO JAMESTOWN GAZETTE 2 www.JamestownGazette.com June 16, 2014 WCA School Of Radiologic Technology Marks 45th Commencement

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From left: Cecil M. Miller III, WCA Hospital Vice President of Support Services; Christina Slojkowski, MSRT (R) School of Radiologic Technology Program Director; 2014 radiologic technology graduates, Kacie Peterson, Kyle Ingraham, Aleesha Milks (JRCERT Certificate of Excellence recipient); Zachary Fellows, Hannah Eklund, Cole Burke (Murray S. Marsh award recipient); Amanda Bender, RT (R), WCA Hospital School of Radiologic Technology Clinical Instructor; Steve Kilburn, Chair, WCA Hospital Board of Directors.

Article Contributed by M. Eklund, Frewsburg, tal leadership for their pital-based program. WCA Hospital New York; Zachary W. guidance. All didactic and clinical Fellows, Jamestown, courses are provided on Dr. Ashby Dalton, Jamestown Gazette’s New York, Kyle D. In- Six students received who delivered the com- the hospital grounds. graham, South Wales, their certificates and mencement address, With its small class size New York; Allesha E. STAYcation graduations pins during shared his personal life- and faculty / staff, stu- Milks, Frewsburg, New the 45th commence- learning experiences dent ratio, the program Full Color Stapled Booklet York; and Kacie E. Pe- ment exercise of the with the graduates and is able to provide indi- terson, Lakewood, New June 2014! WCA Hospital School left them with parting vidual attention with York, received their cer- of Radiologic Tech- words of wit and ad- an emphasis on clinical If You tificates and join the 198 Featuring Events nology. The evening vice. “As you leave here experience. Upon com- Missed Out proved to be an excep- graduates in the school’s Last Year... & Places to visit tonight, remember—al- pletion of the program, tional graduation night history to celebrate the Call and Schedule ways raise the bar and the student receives a in and around for the Class of 2014 as conclusion of two years Your Ad for our do not settle for medi- certificate of completion the graduates were given of study and clinical ro- Next issue! the Chautauqua ocrity,” said Dr. Ashby. and is eligible to take the accolades from parents, tations. “Use your whole brain. American Registry of County Area!! friends, school faculty, The Murray S. Marsh And lastly, don’t cry Radiologic Technolo- and hospital leader- Reaching... Outstanding Student when you don’t win.” gists (ARRT) exam as ship for their milestone Award was presented • Chautauqua, Cattaraugus well as eligibility for achievement. by Brian Meagher, MD, Steve Kilburn, WCA & Warren Counties! New York State licen- board-certified radi- Hospital Board of Di- Including Chautauqua Institution! Board-certified Radi- sure. • Posted ONLINE ologist on staff at WCA ologist on staff at WCA rector’s newly appoint- Hospital, W.C.A. Foun- at www.jamestowngazette.com! Hospital, Dalton Ashby, ed Chair, and Amanda Opportunities for ca- dation, Inc., Vice Chair, Bender, also a gradu- • DON’T MISS OUT! M.D., gave the com- reer advancement are and awarded to Cole W. ate of the school, Class mencement address. excellent following the Burke. of 2002, presented the required 2-year basic Members of the student certificates and Call Today The Joint Review education. The gradu- graduating class are: class pins. Committee on Educa- ate Radiographer can 716-484-7930 Cole W. Burke, Russell, tion in Radiologic Tech- Classroom faculty further his / her career Pennsylvania; Hannah nology Accreditation for the Class of 2014 through continuing ed- for Academic Excel- were: Program Direc- ucation and experience. lence was presented by tor, Christina Slojkows- Areas of specialization Tammara L.C. Hodges, ki; Clinical Instructors, include: Nuclear Medi- Director of Imaging Amanda Bender, Dawn cine, Special Proce- Services at WCA, and Calimeri, Kristin Borzil- dures, Ultrasonography, Now living awarded to Aleesha E. leri, Virginia Shafer, Jere- I Love Jamestown because... ( in Rochester ) Computerized Tomog- Milks. my Carmen, Scott John- I was born and raised in Jamestown, and although I have lived in the Rochester area raphy, Magnetic Reso- son, and Ann Payne. for 25 years, Jamestown will forever remain my “hometown”. I treasure childhood As part of the celebra- nance Imaging (MRI), Instructors for the Class memories, which include Easter egg hunts and pony rides at Allen Park; sledding on tory ceremony, Class of Radiation Therapy and by: of 2014, Robert Storms Stadium Hill; afternoons at Midway Park, and shopping at Bigelow’s. A lot about 2014 Graduates, Han- Mammography. Karin Chall Jamestown has changed since I moved away – new development, new faces – yet, and Gail Borst. Direc- Anderson nah, Kyle, and Kacie, a lot has remained constant, particularly the small tor of Imaging Services shared a composite of To apply to the WCA town atmosphere and friendliness of its residents. I at WCA Hospital, Tam- Hospital School of Ra- miss the people most, though whenever my husband, inspiring memories mara L.C. Hodges. diologic Technology, Jack, and I are in town, visits to Ecklof’s, Taco Hut, and from their school expe- Lena’s are mandatory! I feel blessed to have at one time rience over the last two The WCA Hospital log onto www.wcahos- been a part of the Jamestown community -- a town I will years and extended ap- School of Radiologic pital.org or call Chris- always hold dear. preciation and thanks Technology is a full- tina Slojkowski at (716) to school and hospi- time, 24-month, hos- 664-8366. JAMESTOWN GAZETTE June 16, 2014 EDITOR’S MESSAGE www.JamestownGazette.com 3 Jensen-Haglund Memorials

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I find that children age 3 Contributing Writer Contributing Writer we would rush home, and I would settle and up can understand when taught not in for a night of reading. I remember Joanne Tanner to step on the plants. Below that age, it’s Katrina Fuller feeling the need to read until I finished a little more difficult to comprehend or Master Gardener a book, even if I was so tired I couldn’t stay focused. That doesn’t keep me from read three books in the past few erry Season is my favorite time keep my eyes open. Apparently, this introducing my 2-year-old granddaughter days. Staying up far to late to of year. From strawberries to to the garden, though. My little Riley likes need has not gone away. raspberries, blackberries and finish them, I devoured the words to help me mulch the garden, and as it Iinto my mind, as if the words were an I can’t wait for my little one to really Bblueberries, WNY grows the juiciest and turns out, she loves worms! tastiest. According to Sue Abers of Abers elixir necessary for life. It had been appreciate the feeling of a good book. ages since I had read a book, so I went The satisfaction of turning the last page, Acres in Kennedy, NY, “The berry season To find a “Pick your Own” berry on a reading binge, so to speak. (The conquering the reality held between the will be starting two weeks later than farm check out this website: www. ‘Divergent’ series is excellent, by the normal, due to this year’s cold, wet spring. pickyourown.org/nywest.htm pages. I can’t wait for her to experience “Pick your Own” will be ready June 23rd. way.). I read into the early hours of the the beauty and camaraderie nestled Due to the weather delay, the season If you would like to try your hand morning, turning in only when the last inside books like The Lion, the Witch, should last a little longer. at growing strawberries at home, try page had been reached. My husband and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, the Everbearing varieties. These berries was confused at my lack of ability to put fascinating landscape of The Wizarding My grandkids love berries as much as I produce fruit intermittently from early down the book, but reading has long World, and the noble quest behind The do. I bring them along to pick berries as summer through fall. Two of the most been an addictive activity for me. Lord of the Rings. Truth be told, I did a great way to connect them to the earth popular varieties are Eversweettm and When I was younger, reading was a read her small sections of Harry Potter and show them where our food comes Ozark Beauty. Strawberry plants do well way of life. While some kids got yelled and the Sorcerer’s Stone when she was a from. If you are planning to bring the kids, in containers or strawberry pots. (Those at for passing notes or disrupting class, I only a few months old. She usually fell keep these pointers in mind: urn-shaped pots with a series of small was often spoken to for slipping a book asleep, but it think it was because she pockets running along the sides). There was focused so intently. 1. Call ahead. Make sure it is a family are many “how-to” videos on line to into my lap, reading during the lectures friendly/kid friendly farm. Ask help you get started with this fun family instead of taking notes. The library was To read more of Katrina’s reflections about age limits. project. one of my favorite places, with stacks 2. A child’s attention span is short. and stacks of fanciful adventures to I and insights on “The Life and Times of Two or 3 quarts should be OK, To read more of Joanne Tanners “Down to could claim with only the swipe of a a Modern Housewife” please visit our but 10 quarts may take too long. Earth” reflections on nature and more good card, a stamp from he librarian, and website at www.jamestowngazette.com Consider leaving the little ones at advice for greener, tastier and more fragrant desire in my heart. It was like heaven to and click on Katrina’s own page. The home. gardens by our Master Gardener, please visit me. My mom and I would go down on Jamestown Gazette is proud to present our 3. Because you can expect children to our website at www.jamestowngazette.com the weekends, picking up mountains county’s most creative and original writers eat some berries right there in the and click on Joanne’s own page. of books, only to return and check out for your enjoyment and enlightenment.

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CLYMER CENTRAL SCHOOL RANDOLPH CENTRAL SCHOOL Number of Graduates: 34 Number of Graduates: 65 June 26, 7:00 p.m. June 27 • 7:00 p.m. Student Performance Center Randolph Jr. Sr. High School Auditorium

Eisenhower Middle/High School SHEFFIELD AREA MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Number of Graduates: 77 Number of Graduates: 40 June 13, 6:00 p.m. June 13, 7:00 p.m. Eisenhower Middle/High School Auditorium Sheffield Area Middle/High School FALCONER CENTRAL SCHOOL SHERMAN CENTRAL SCHOOL Number of Graduates: 92 Number of Graduates: 40 Benjamin Taylor Patrick Radka June 26 • 7:00 p.m. Valedictorian Salutatorian Reg Lenna Center for the Arts June 27, 6:30 p.m. Sherman Auditorium FREWSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL SOUTHWESTERN CENTRAL SCHOOL CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2014! Number of Graduates: 65 Number of Graduates: 113 June 27 • 7:00 p.m. June 27, 7:30 p.m. Harry J. Auditorium, Frewsburg High School Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

JAMESTOWN HIGH SCHOOL WARREN AREA HIGH SCHOOL Number of Graduates: TBA Number of Graduates: 155 June 20 • 7:00 p.m. June 13, 6:30 p.m. Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater Keller Auditorium, Warren Area High School

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COURTESY PHOTO Master Gardener Volunteers Jim Cowan, Pat Hakel and Reg Boutwell and Master Gardener Program Coordinator Betsy Burgeson stand next to the new Demonstration Herb Garden. Article Contributed by All are welcome to attend and the event is free of charge. The Frank Bratt Ag Center at Master Gardener 3542 Turner Road in Jamestown.

The Cornell Cooperative Extension Master The mission of the Master Gardener Pro- Gardener Program of Chautauqua County is once gram is to educate and serve the community, again hosting Evening in the Garden Programs utilizing university and research-based horti- the third Wednesday of every month throughout cultural information. This program is adminis- the summer and they would like to invite the pub- tered through Cornell Cooperative Extension lic to the Kick-Off Party on Wednesday, June 18th of Chautauqua County. COURTESY PHOTO starting at 6 p.m. in the Demonstration Garden Gary R. Lynn, seated, is notified of his successful nomination as Chautauqua Leadership at the Frank Bratt Ag Center. The evening will For more information on the Master Garden- Network’s Leader of the Year. Behind Lynn, left to right, CLN members Amy Rohler include a tour of the garden, a tasting of the veg- er Program, please contact: of Community Helping Hands, John Barber of Jamestown Area YMCA, CLN President etable varieties that are ready for harvest as well as Jodi Rzepka of the State University of New York at Fredonia, and Susan Colwell of St. gardening demonstrations. This year the Master Betsy Burgeson, Gardeners are highlighting straw bale gardening, Master Gardener Coordinator Susan Center. tea and herb gardening, pizza gardening, edible 716 664.9502 X 204 [email protected] flowers as well as testing many other interesting Article Contributed by businesses. These compounded blessings per- techniques and vegetables. The evening will be “Like” the Chautauqua County Master Gar- mitted several other companies to be formed, hosted and presented by Chautauqua County deners on Facebook for gardening news and Chautauqua Leadership providing or assisting in the creation and stabi- Master Gardeners. information! Network lization of more than 600 jobs in these various companies and incubators. The majority of this Gary R. Lynn, CEO of Lynn Development development was accomplished with minimal Group, has been named by Chautauqua Lead- government assistance. Audubon Fundraiser ership Network as the recipient of the organization’s 2014 Leader of the Year Award. Lynn will Lynn considers his most worthwhile endeav- be honored by CLN at an award dinner held in or to be founding the local charity Community his honor in June. Helping Hands. CHH is housed in the renovat- at Ruby Tuesday ed, formerly abandoned 200,000-square-foot The Leader of the Year Award is given to building known as the Gateway Center. Lynn an individual or organization whose activities Article Contributed by purchased and renovated the Gateway Center, have done the most to further the vision and which now houses numerous charitable orga- Audubon mission of Chautauqua Leadership Network. Now in its 22nd year, CLN is a not-for-profit nizations. It’s not often we have the opportunity to do organization designed to identify, recruit, train something that’s fun and good for ourselves According to Jason Spain, president of Lynn and makes our community a better place at and network area professionals. To date, more Development Group, “Gary Lynn is a positive than 500 individuals have participated in the the same time. and influential leader because his passion lives program, which was founded to develop ef- in the service of others.” Jamestown Audubon is giving you this fective community leaders to address the chal- opportunity at “Friends Treat Friends,” their fundraiser at Ruby Tuesday in Lakewood, lenges and opportunities facing Chautauqua While he shies away from praise for his busi- New York, on Tuesday, June 24. County. ness success and for his service, Chautauqua Present a flyer when paying for your meal In their nomination letters, CLN alumni Leadership Network feels it is important to re- at Ruby Tuesday that day and 20% of your Susan Colwell, John Barber and Pastor Amy flect upon Lynn’s leadership and celebrate his purchase will be donated to Audubon. Rohler described Lynn as a caring individual example. whose generosity and giving form the bedrock Flyers for the restaurant at 300 East “CLN is all about leadership and its effect on Fairmount Avenue can picked up at Audubon of his philosophy of leadership, whether that the Chautauqua County community, and Gary or downloaded and printed by clicking takes the form of helping out an individual in through “Friends Treat Friends/June 24” at need or contributing to the work of commu- Lynn has demonstrated exceptional leadership www.jamestownaudubon.org. by his life,” said CLN Director Pene Hutton. PHOTO BY TERRY LEBARON nity building. Your meal out will support programs like Lynn will be honored by CLN at an award school field trips to the Sanctuary, adult Lynn is undoubtedly recognizable for his a member: the foundation is matching new dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 19 at the St. workshops in a wide range of nature topics, memberships dollar-for-dollar. In addition to philanthropy in the community, but his vision classes for preschoolers, and much more. matching up to $7,500 in new memberships, of leadership began early as he set out to prove Susan Center dining room located in The Gate- the Sheldon grant also includes funding to himself. At the age of 25, he started Allied Fire way Center, 31 Water Street, Jamestown. Res- Since June is Membership Month at support the membership program. Protection Systems, Inc., which grew to be one ervations are open to the public and are due by Audubon, this event presents a special opportunity. of the largest automatic sprinkler companies June 13 by calling Pene Hutton, Chautauqua Current Friends of the Nature Center in New York state. The blessing of that success Leadership Network director, at 338-1555. The The flyers will provide Audubon a donation are encouraged to invite a friend or family empowered him to create Community Devel- cost for the banquet is $35 a person. from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., but when you come member to join them for lunch or supper, and opment Association, LLC, in 1998— a private- between 4:00 and 8:30 p.m., you can meet they will be entered in a drawing for a free ly held commercial real-estate company which For more information about Chautauqua Audubon staff, become a member on the membership just for coming out. spot, and win prizes. owns approximately 1,000,000 square feet of Leadership Network, visit the organization's The Audubon Center & Sanctuary is at real estate, occupied by over 70 small to large website at www.chautauqualeadership.org. When you become a Friend of the Nature 1600 Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east Center during those hours, you will receive a fun of Route 62 between Jamestown, New York, Central Air finger puppet or a travel mug from Audubon’s and Warren, Pennsylvania. The building, with Blue Heron Gift Shop. its collection of live animals and interactive Conditioning Specifically Designed As a Friend of the Nature Center you will exhibits, is open 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday- For Homes have free admission to the building, have Saturday and 1-4:30 p.m. Sundays. The your name listed on Audubon’s website, get grounds, including trails, gardens, picnic w/ Hot Water Heat tables, arboretum, and Liberty, Audubon’s discount pricing on Audubon programs, Customized and receive discounts in the Blue Heron Gift non-releasable Bald Eagle, are open from Shop. dawn until dusk daily. Heating-Air Conditioning 814-723-3171 PA & Dehumidifications Jamestown’s Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation For more information, call (716) 569-2345 Systems is offering a tremendous incentive to become or visit www.jamestownaudubon.org. 716-569-3695 NY JAMESTOWN GAZETTE June 16, 2014 COMMUNITY www.JamestownGazette.com 13 Friends Establish Book CARTS Offers Transit Bike Racks Sale/Family Literacy Fund on the Jamestown Routes

COURTESY PHOTO Daniel and Linda Fellows, founding donors; Elizabeth Blanco, Friends of Prendergast Library president; Janet Forbes, library volunteer; and Tina Scott, library director, left to right, look at some of the books available through a new Book Sale/Family Literacy COURTESY PHOTO Fund at Prendergast Library. Non-profit organizations serving children and families From left, Jennifer Blair, Chautauqua Works/CARTS Mobility Manager; may apply to obtain books through vouchers made possible by the fund. Cheryl Gustafson, CARTS Senior Project Manager; Andy Dickson, CCHN Built Article Contributed by the foundation for this effort to get books into Environment Consultant. the hands of those who need them for educa- Prendergast Library Article Contributed by of Chautauqua County and CARTS," tional purposes through a voucher system for said Ann Abdella, Executive Director of non-profit community service agencies. Chautauqua County Friends of Prendergast Library has estab- CCHN. "Since all transit rides usually lished a Book Sale/Family Literacy Fund to Other individuals or organizations interest- Health Network begin and end with a walk, the possibil- provide used books to organizations that serve ity of riding a bike to the pick-up or to a children and families. ed in donating to the fund should contact the CARTS buses serving Jamestown, Fal- library at 484-7135, Ext. 253. Checks may also more distant destination expands the ser- coner, Celoron and Lakewood will now Any organization seeking free books may be mailed to Prendergast Library at 509 Cherry vice area for CARTS. The racks also give apply for a $20 voucher by completing an ap- be able to transport riders with bicycles St., Jamestown. Checks are to be made payable residents more transportation options, in- plication and returning it to the library. Upon thanks to a grant from the Chautauqua to Prendergast Library, with Book Sale/Family cluding using CARTS to get to work and notification of approval, a contact person from County Health Network. Transit bike the organization may pick up a voucher and Literacy Fund in the note field. then their bike to get home." select titles from the ongoing library book sale. racks have been mounted on the 4 city Vouchers are to be redeemed in their entirety The Jamestown Renaissance Center recently route buses and are ready for service. CARTS mounted a transit rack on the in one visit. donated to the fund and is using vouchers to two Dunkirk city buses in northern Chau- "Transit bike racks greatly expand trans- buy books for story times at the Farmers Mar- tauqua County last year and saw some Library volunteer Janet Forbes along with portation options for existing customers, founding donors Daniel and Linda Fellows laid ket. rider usage. They are hoping for addition- as well as new riders," said Vince Horri- al ridership with the good weather finally gan, County Executive. "For existing cus- here. tomers, the option of using a bike to get Chautauqua County, Busti Historical to the CARTS pick-up location or to their "CARTS is looking into additional bike final destination gives them more flexibil- racks so that the rural routes may be in- Societies Partner for Annual Picnic ity. Other individuals who normally don't cluded in the connections needed for rid- June 24 Event will also Feature Presentation from BHS Members use CARTS will find our service more ers to get to their rural destinations where valuable if they can combine bike com- CARTS may not provide service," said muting with public transportation." Paul Abram, CARTS Project Coordina- Funding for the bike racks came from tor. "This should have a positive impact on the Creating Healthy Places to Live, Work usage. All our drivers have been trained on & Play initiative of the NYS Health De- proper rack usage and safety matters, so partment. The initiative, now in its fifth we're ready to go. I encourage our exist- year, is being administered locally by the ing customers and those who haven't used Chautauqua County Health Network and CARTS to give it a try." aims to reduce chronic disease by pro- For more information about CARTS, moting more active lifestyles, as well as visit www.co.chautauqua.ny.us or call 716- healthy foods. 665-6466. For more information about "The transit bike rack collaboration CCHN or Creating Healthy Places, call is a win-win scenario for the residents 338-0010 or visit www.cchn.net.

COURTESY PHOTO The Historic Busti Mill will be the location for the Chautauqua County Historical Society’s annual summer picnic, co-sponsored by the Busti Historical Society, Chautauqua Opportunities to scheduled to take place at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 24. Host Health & Wellness Fair Article Contributed by In addition to the picnic and discussion, which will be led by the Busti Historical So- Article Contributed by The focus of the fair will be centered on Chautauqua County ciety’s Norman Carlson, a tour and live dem- health and safety education, providing valu- Historical Society onstration of the renovated mill will also take Chautauqua Opportunities able resources, and promoting healthy living place. through making the right choices. There will be door prizes, free samples, and free healthy The Chautauqua County Historical Society Parking is limited immediately adjacent to Making the right choices is a vital component would like to invite the public to its next up- the mill and pavilion, so attendees are asked to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes snacks for those who attend. The event is free coming speaker program and annual summer to reserve those spots for handicapped and/or you’re not aware of all the services available to and open to the public. elderly guests. Additional parking is also avail- help you make those choices. At Chautauqua picnic. Be sure to attend either of these Health & able in several places directly across the road. Opportunities, we understand the importance Wellness fairs to learn more about how mak- For this year’s picnic, the county historical There is no cost to attend, but everyone who is of making strides towards creating a healthy ing the right choices can impact your wellbeing society will be partnering with the Busti His- on hand is encouraged to provide a dish to pass lifestyle. That’s why we’re hosting two Health & torical Society to present a discussion on the for the picnic. Wellness fairs during the month of July. Our first and give you a better quality of life. For more renovation of the Historic Busti Mill. The event fair will be held on Tuesday, July 8th from 5:00- information on the fair, log onto www.chautau- will be held on Tuesday, June 24 at the Busti Reservations are appreciated by Friday, June 7:00 PM at 10825 Bennett Road in Dunkirk, quaopportunities.com or contact Tarra Johnson Mill, located at 3443 Lawson Rd. in James- 20. To make a reservation or for more informa- and our second fair will be held on Thursday, July by email at [email protected], or phone town. It will begin at 6 p.m. and continue until tion, call the Historical Society at (716) 326- 17th from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Holy Family Cen- at (716) 366-8176 Ext. 3307. We look forward 8 p.m. 2977 or email [email protected]. ter at 1135 North Main Street in Jamestown. to seeing you there! JAMESTOWN GAZETTE 14 www.JamestownGazette.com SENIORS June 16, 2014 Hospice and Palliative Care of Chautauqua County‘s Annual Service Spectacular of Remembrance Held Recently The Service of Remembrance and Butterfly release held by Hospice and Palliative Care of Seniors Chautauqua County. Intergenerational Summer Suzuki at Lutheran Please send with Nina Karbacka us your Community and Business News that you would like to share July 8, 9, 10, with the COURTESY PHOTOS July 15, 16, 17 Jamestown Gazette Article Contributed by or families deal with grief and the chal- Squirrel Hill Consulting lenges associated with loss to anyone in Violin Lessons for Beginners Readers. the county. Additional supports such as and Advanced Youth and Nearly two hundred celebrants gath- establishing connections with commu- Send it to: Adult String Players ered recently to take part in Hospice and nity service providers or mental health news@jamestown Palliative Care of Chautauqua County’s services are also available. gazette.com Annual Service of Remembrance and Ask about our middle school The Service of Remembrance and Butterfly Release Ceremony. “It was the We’d love Memorial Butterfly Release is an annual string program! best turnout we’ve ever had for one of event offered to families in the area who to hear our memorials, I’m very happy with how have suffered the loss of a friend or loved everything turned out.” said Bereavement from you! one. “We know that the pain of loss can Coordinator Jamie Probst, who organized PH: 665-8090 leave family and friends feeling lost and the event. alone, uncertain The gathering Would you like to search for prospective employees throughout of how to move began at the Glo- Warren, Chautauqua & Cattaraugus Counties? forward.” Probst ria Dei Lutheran commented. “We The Jamestown Gazette makes it FREE Church in Lake- would like to re- AFFORDABLE! 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Musical accompaniment was ment Department for no-cost bereave- performed by local artists Howard Evert ment support.” and Debby Smalling. Participants then Hospice and Palliative Care of Chau- travelled across the street to the Hospice tauqua County specializes in care and Memorial Garden for the Butterfly Re- services for individuals and their families lease. A reception was held after the event in the community who are dealing with with refreshments as well as music by So- life limiting and terminal illnesses. Their cial Workers Carna Pierce and Julie Nagel team-based approach attempts help those Hospice and Palliative Care of Chau- individuals live to the fullest extent pos- tauqua County offers specialized Be- sible until the end of life. For more infor- reavement Counseling to help individuals mation call 716-338-0033.

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Contributing Writer When I measure the last 10 years of Pastor Shawn Hannon my life that way, suddenly the 5 million Hope Lutheran Church, Arcade, NY minutes I’ll never have back start to look insignificant compared to the summer s I sit here and write this in 2005 when I built the same fort every reflection I feel compelled to week for three months with the kids admit something I have made from the Boys and Girls Club day camp. greatA efforts to avoid. But since my best Compared to a moment I shared with my attempts have failed and reality has set wife on a bridge in Geneseo where she in for me (like it or not), you might as whispered “I love you.” Compared to the well be in on it too. Today I turned 30 day a bishop set the heaviest set of hands years old. Now a few of you out there on my head I’ve ever felt as she ordained who know my smiling mug, you may be me a pastor. Compared to standing thinking to yourself, “There’s no way that helplessly in a room between my wife and chap is 30!” And to you, I say thanks. But our brand new daughter waiting to hear Heritage Village Skilled Nursing Resident Council Chair Phyllus Paddock, left, awards I must admit, that picture may or may not everyone was okay. Sara DeChard, Cassadaga High School senior the 2014 $1000 Resident Scholarship to be old. Years of parenting and pastoring assist with college expenses on Monday, June 9, 2014. Scripture is full of examples of God’s have left me with a bit less hair, a few people recognizing the significance of a more wrinkles, and a slightly larger waist. served as President of History Club. She moment and setting a milestone for that Article Contributed by Old age, as one of my favorite parishoners also received Honor Roll Awards through- place. After a significant dream, Jacob set Heritage Ministries tells me, isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. out her time in high school, and received a stone and renamed a place Bethel. After the Western New York Safety Conference On Monday, June 9, 2014, the Heritage As today approached, I’ve taken some receiving God’s help against their enemy, Scholarship this past March. Upon listing Village Resident Council awarded Sara time to think back on the last 10 years of Samuel set a stone and called it Ebenezer all of her accomplishments, Valerie John- DeChard, a senior at Cassadaga Valley my life. I am continuously astonished at to mark the event. I can’t help but feel son noted that Ms. DeChard is a deserving High School, a $1000 scholarship. both the figurative and literal miles my like they did that because they already recipient of the award. twenties racked up. I began the decade knew something every ‘you name it’ year- In 2001, the Heritage Village Resident Phyllis Paddock, the resident council spending the summer as a missionary in old feeling sorry from themselves needs Council established the Heritage Village chair, presented the award and said, “In Madagascar, and since then attended two to hear: God’s people are not measured Resident Scholarship Fund. The purpose by their miles, but by their milestones. this day and age, the value of a college edu- different universities and lived in at least of the award is to recognize an area senior six different cities. Admittedly, there are cation is forever increasing and the need And when I look back at my milestones who shows academic merit and seeks to times in my reflection where I feel like for those committed to the healthcare instead of focusing on my miles, I have continue his or her education in the health- I’ve racked up so many miles that I need industry is growing.” Ms. DeChard gra- just one thought. And I hope and pray care industry. to trade myself in for a newer model. But ciously accepted the award and explained that when you look back on yours you then I remember that isn’t an option, and As recipients of outstanding care, the res- that she planned to use the money toward will too. Thanks be to God. It’s true what both cars I own were barely made when idents of Heritage Village Rehab & Skilled her tuition to Edinboro University, which they say, age is only a number. At least it I was 20. So if I’m turning anything in, Nursing (HVRSN) understand the value she plans to attend starting in the fall. Ms. is for the children of a God who promises it should probably be one of them. But I of great healthcare. Since great healthcare DeChard also stated that she first plans to life everlasting, one perpetual milestone. digress. starts with smart and motivated people, study to become a registered nurse (4-year creating a scholarship to provide assistance program), and then seeks to pursue a mas- I tell you all of that not simply to elicit For more inspiration and insights from to area students seeking an education in ter’s degree to become a nurse practitioner. sympathy, but to offer an invitation. Pastor Shawn’s past columns, please visit healthcare seemed like the perfect cause to You see, so often when we talk about www.jamestowngazette.com and click on the The award ceremony took place in the support. Originally, the resident council our age we make it sound like age is the Faith Matters page. The Jamestown Gazette HVRSN auditorium, which is located in created four $250 scholarships. However, little dial continuously spinning and is proud to present our county’s most creative Gerry, New York. Residents and staff, as with the rising costs associated with educa- racking up miles on our inner odometer. and original writers for your enjoyment and well as family members, were present to tion, the council elected to award just one But the problem with measuring our enlightenment. celebrate Ms. DeChard’s accomplishment. $1000 scholarship this year. They believe The ceremony concluded with a reception the impact of one larger award will be more and light refreshments. beneficial than several smaller awards. Sticky Clicker? Heritage Village Rehab & Skilled Nurs- To open the ceremony, the HVRSN ing is a Heritage Ministries property. administrator, Jeffrey Ondrey, expressed Ever drive behind somebody who is Heritage Ministries is a non-profit, hu- words of gratitude to the resident council WHINEWHINE forever turning left? That guy’s cousin man-service organization that serves the for their continued work on such a wor- OF THE western New York region and employs OF THE to the lady who’s forever turning right. thy cause. He went on to congratulate Ms. nearly 800 employees. Independent- and I wish they’d just find an empty parking DeChard on the work she had done to earn WEEK!WEEK! assisted-living residences for seniors are the award, and he wished her a successful lot and drive in circles. That stuck directional located at Heritage Village Retirement career in healthcare. signal keeps the oncoming and the following traffic Campus in Gerry and at The Woodlands guessing. If you don’t know what you’re doing, don’t make it my The director of social work, Valerie on Southwestern Drive in West Ellicott. Johnson, organized the ceremony and also Rehabilitation and skilled-nursing services problem, please, like you did congratulated Ms. DeChard on her success are provided at Heritage Village in Gerry, again last week. and promise of a bright future. In order to Heritage Park in Jamestown, and Heritage qualify for the award, Ms. Dechard had to Green in Greenhurst. For more informa- Submitted by: fill out an application. On her application, tion, please call Heritage at 716.487.6800, Tonya Blinkeroff Ms. DeChard listed all of her accomplish- visit at www.heritage1886.org or LIKE ments. Ms. DeChard for four years of high them at www.facebook.com/HeritageMi- school was in Key Club, was in SADD, and nistries. JAMESTOWN GAZETTE 16 www.JamestownGazette.com SPORTS June 16, 2014 SPORTS with BILL BURK The Inaugural Vince Messina The Anguish of Success Memorial Golf Tournament included and who’s excluded from experience? Congratulates Winners How old are you when you’re expected to have done something, and not merely capable of performing (potential)? Is it ten, fifteen, eighteen? The good players, the ones he knows from school, are goofing in the field. They know they’re going to make it, why not; they’ve been playing for like three years. Practically pros. The sports world is littered with athletes Contributing Writer who matured late. Michael Jordan famously was cut from his JV basketball team, Kurt Bill Burk Warner was a 28-year-old supermarket stock boy before a Super Bowl MVP; Tim Lincecum he bat feels heavy…impossibly heavy, was a soft-throwing 5’4” high school pitcher, not like it did a few months ago when and now has a World Series ring. For every he opened it on Christmas day, obvious Steven Strasburg, there’s an R.A. Dickey. For Tand conspicuous in its ridiculous wrapping paper. every Mike Trout, there’s a Hoyt Wilhelm No, then it was light as a whiffle, even though he (look it up). Really…who in the world are we wasn’t allowed to swing it right away; no ball in to tell a 13 year old kid he can’t grow up to be a the house, right? He had to throw on boots and baseball player? a coat and run out onto the back porch, clear off Winners of the Men’s Division with a 48.5 net handicap score were (left to right) enough snow to take a proper stance, and take a His glove is too small, and it’s heavy like the bat. Nick Ingrao, John Lisciandro, Marty Messina & Pat Smeraldo. few swipes. Did it right in his pajamas. That day Cement. What if he misses a throw, like he did in 2nd place – Bob Metzger, Dr. Bob Follett, Phil Mathyer & Pat Ross it was a tool of his chosen trade (as much as an the backyard with his dad, and it hits him in the 3rd place – Dan Colwell, Dave Melquist, Jim Connelly & John Lisciandro eleven year old can have a trade), a light-sabre, a face? Surely he’d die right there on the field, right? 4th place – Jim Pullan, Jr., Reid Van Every, Chris Rodgers & Russ Conti weapon for smashing baseballs over a fence far, I mean who could survive that? 5th place – Jason Lindahl, Simon Knepshield, Gene Swan & Derek Melquist far away. This part is pure torture. Because of the lo- The word anguish doesn’t belong in a gistics of roster size, budgets and league rules, perfect version of youth sports. The two when you get to a certain age…only so many don’t match. Sports are for fun and exercise, get to play. Someone has to take their glove teaching and learning and lessons about being and their bat and their dreams and go home. a good sport and getting along with others. And there’s the anguish. As the coach, I have They’re for distinguishing right from wrong, to make my cuts and send someone home. good from bad, fair from unfair, and then Someone won’t get the experience that I’ve figuring out how to melt all that into yourself, planned for everyone else, a summer of learn- and the person you will be when you grow up. ing and achieving and playing ball in the sun. But it’s there, anguish. It’s in a part of sports I’ll tell them, those that I send home, that they that has nothing to do with fun, but maybe can still be part of the action; that they can something to do with life. come to practices and games and be part of the team; but they can’t play. A few parents will But today, that same bat feels like a log, wrong in beat me up, their expectations high until I dash his hands. Not like a weapon at all, kind of silly. them along with their young men and women. Up and down the bench, everyone looks like a ball Tell them that they aren’t good enough? It’s player. “Do I look like a ballplayer” he asks him- hard for a kid and a parent to take. They’ll self and checks his bat again. “How am I supposed insist that their child deserves a place on the to swing something so heavy” team; that they are better than other children, COURTESY PHOTOS and they may be right. I’ve seen their beautiful Potential means you haven’t done anything Winners of the Mixed Division with a 47.7 net handicap score were (left to right) child exactly twice in my life for try-outs, who yet; a perfect sentiment for athletes of a certain Dave Archer, Tammara Hodges, Bill Loomis & Christina Reynolds. age, maybe college or professional. Same with am I to say they can’t play baseball? the idea of “upside” that we hear all the time. I’m the coach, that’s who, and this is the All the physical attributes we associate with a in Warren, PA. The tournament worst day of my season, every year. Article Contributed by superior athlete (speed, agility, strength) mean featured a four-person, net handicap nothing in the world of sports if you can’t turn To read more of Bill Burk’s reflections, astute ob- WCA Hospital golf scramble format and proceeds them into skill and gamesmanship and wins. servations and a rant or two on the wide world will grow the Vincent A. Messina Every human resource professional knows that of sports, visit www.jamestowngazette.com and The inaugural Vince Messina Memorial Scholarship Fund at you predict future performance by examining click on Bill Burk’s page. The Jamestown Gazette Memorial Golf Tournament took the WCA Foundation to provide the past when you’re hiring. But what if you’re is proud to present our county’s most creative place this past Saturday (May 31) scholarships for students of the WCA not hiring? What if you’re picking a young and original writers for your enjoyment and at Conewango Valley Country Club Hospital School of Radiology. baseball team? How do you decide who’s enlightenment.

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New Gym in Dunkirk MERYL DAVIS & CHARLIE WHITE Article Contributed by els, most recently at the 2014 World Cham- pionships held this past April in Orlando, Squirrel Hill Consulting FL. The Chautauqua County team had a successful inaugural season which included The WNY Outlaws All-Star Cheerleaders’ several first place finishes. Coaches Lindsey Chautauqua County team is proud to an- Luther and Shelli Pryll stated that they are nounce the opening of their new facility at very excited about their affiliation with such 87 Lakeshore Drive (Route 5), in Dunkirk, an eminent organization. “We are fortunate NY. The gym, located in the former Larry to be able to offer such a quality experience Spacc building, will be fully equipped with to cheerleaders in this area” said Luther. a spring floor and tumble track as well as “The level of skill a parent’s waiting and experience area overlooking that the Outlaws the practice floor. provide far exceeds The Outlaws will any other program offer cheerlead- around” added ing, tumbling and Pryll. hip-hop classes and workshops, and the The gym will be new space will be open for registra- the practice site for tions on Wednes- their competitive day, June 18 from COURTESY PHOTO All-Star cheerlead- 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. ing teams. and on Thursday, ed against Davis and White in this past season Pre Sale tickets will go on sale August 1, June 19 from 5:30 The local Out- of ABC's Dancing with the Stars. laws team is one COURTESY PHOTO - 7:00 p.m. Teams 2014 to Arena Insiders, and on August 4 to of the three gyms are available for all Joining Simpson will be Danielle Bradbery the general public. To become an Arena In- owned by the parent company founded in cheerleaders (boys or girls) aged 3 and up, who is a former winner of NBC's The Voice. sider Like them on Facebook, follow them on Clarence Center, NY in 2000. One of the regardless of experience. A registration fee She recently finished touring with Hunter Twitter, text "arena" to 31996, or join the email oldest All-Star cheerleading organizations of $50, used to cover the cost of insurance Hayes, is scheduled to perform at the 2014 list at jamestownarena.com. For information in Western New York, the WNY Outlaws and practice wear is required. For more in- CMT Music Awards in early June, and her All-Star cheerleaders have represented the formation please call 716-410-5461 or email new single "Young in America" is climbing the about the show visit www.jamestownarena. area at local, national and world-wide lev- [email protected]. country charts. com or call the box office at 716.484.2624. NOW OPEN!!! 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Unfortunately, after the season, DiFelice had to undergo shoulder surgery, which sidelined him for all of the 2010 season. His comeback from surgery in 2011 included him making 3 appearances that year for the Brewers, while also making 17 more appearances for the Nashville Sounds (Brewers Triple-A Affiliate). Not only does Mark DiFelice have over 10 years of professional playing experience in the United States, but he represented Italy Contributing Writer in the 2009 World Baseball Classic. He also Cody Crandall pitched professionally in Italy in 2012 for Telemarket Rimini of the Italian Baseball League. In the 2009 WBC, DiFelice pitched crucial aspect of any successful team Italy’s opening game against Venezuela, and in professional baseball is a good hurled 4 shutout innings. Crossing the finish line will be an exciting experience for the participants in the pitching coach. When the pitcher isA struggling and the game is tense, it’s the “Prior to the 2009 season, I went and Jamestown Audubon Center & Sanctuary Wild 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 26. job of the pitching coach to calm the pitcher talked to the Brewers and they gave me the Open to all ages, the race will raise money for the care of Liberty, Audubon’s non- down. Mark DiFelice knows all about okay to participate in the WBC. It was a releasable resident Bald Eagle. pitching. His knowledge and expertise will great experience. My great-grandfather was be an important asset for the Jammers this born over there, and being able to represent Article Contributed by Participants registering after July 17 or on race day season. where he was from was a great honor. We will pay $25, or $22.50 for Friends of the Nature had a great time. We didn’t get to move on Audubon Center. Special free children’s events facilitated by Distinguished Young Women Contestants will Mark DiFelice PHOTO CREDIT: JAMESTOWN JAMMERS from that round, but was born in Bryn the experience was If you are a runner, a walker, a nature lover, or take place during the race. Mawr, Pennsylvania priceless,” he said of a fan of Jamestown Audubon, you won’t want Event details are at www.wild5k.wordpress. in 1976, and his time with Italy at to miss the Audubon Center & Sanctuary’s new com. attended Haverford the WBC. Wild 5K Run/Walk. Township High Volunteers will be needed on July 26 for mul- School in Haverford, It’s obvious that The Saturday, July 26, 2014, event is reviving tiple tasks, including parking, registration, staff- Pennsylvania. He DiFelice’s plethora the popular Run for Liberty that has taken a break ing the refreshment table and water station, and then went on to of experience will for a few years. more. help the Jammers college at Western Audubon is giving a new beginning to this pitchers in countless Businesses and individuals can become Wild Carolina University popular run/walk that brought the community ways. When asked 5K sponsors by donating gift certificates or mak- in Cullohee, North together in a unique way. Nature-enthusiasts, ath- ing a financial or in-kind contribution. Sponsors about his goals and Carolina. After letes, businesses, families, friends and volunteers will be recognized in a variety of ways, from list- college, he was drafted expectations for will all discover common interests and values in ings in the program and on the website to receiv- by the Colorado this season with the the happenings on race day. ing complimentary tickets to an Audubon event Rockies in the 15th Jammers, his response of their choosing. round of the 1998 was simple. Like its predecessor, the Wild 5K will provide amateur draft. an opportunity to enjoy the distinctive beauty of To be a volunteer or sponsor, call (716) 569- “I want to get to the Sanctuary while posing a meaningful chal- 2345, email [email protected], or “When you work MARK DIFELICE know the players. I lenge. visit www.wild5k.wordpress.com. toward something as want to get to know an amateur baseball who they are, and I Also like the Run for Liberty, proceeds from The Audubon Center & Sanctuary is at 1600 player, and you play all throughout your want to watch them pitch so I can get a good the race will support Liberty, Audubon’s non- Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east of Route childhood, high school, and college, getting pulse on where to go from there to further releasable resident Bald Eagle. 62 between Jamestown, New York, and War- drafted is a dream come true. It’s an uplifting ren, Pennsylvania. Hours for the Nature Center their careers. I played against Brian Esposito Prizes will be awarded to the first overall male and Blue Heron Gift Shop are 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. experience, and to see everything come true (Jammers 2014 Manager) in my Minor and female finishers in the run category. Age Monday-Saturday and Sundays 1-4:30 p.m. The was a great feeling,” DiFelice said during an League career, so we knew each other going group awards will be given to the top three finish- arboretum, gardens, more than five miles of trails, interview I had the pleasure of conducting into this season. This coaching staff has a ers in each division for both runners and walkers, and Liberty’s outdoor exhibit are open dawn to with him. great sense of camaraderie, which will spark a a total of 10 divisions. dusk daily. good environment for these kids to learn and After a 10 year journey all throughout get better.” Participants who preregister by Thursday, July To learn more about all Audubon programs, Minor League Baseball, including stops 17, will receive an event t-shirt. Preregistration call (716) 569-2345 or visit www.jamestown- in Portland, Salem, Carolina, and Tulsa, fee is $20 or $18 for Friends of the Nature Center. audubon.org. Mark made his Major League Debut for the Cody Crandall is an intern at the Jamestown Milwaukee Brewers on May 18th, 2008. In Gazette. To read more of his insights, 15 games for the Brewers that season, he commentaries, and news about the world of pitched 19 innings, and had an ERA of 2.84 sports and the Jamestown Jammers, visit www. nd jamestowngazette.com. The Jamestown Gazette 2 Annual “Pink the Park” 2009 was DiFelice’s best year in the is proud to present our county’s most creative Major Leagues. In 59 appearances with the and original writers for your enjoyment and Brewers in ‘09 (51.2 innings pitched), he enlightenment. with the Jamestown Jammers Friday, June 20 Article Contributed by pitch. All breast cancer survivors are invited to gather near the Jammers dugout along the third WCA Hospital base line at 6:45 p.m. before being honored on the field. Next Friday (June 20th), WCA Hospital and WCA Hospital will also be conducting a spe- the Jamestown Jammers will team up to host the cial basket raffle/silent auction and 50/50 that second annual Pink the Park baseball game at will benefit local breast cancer care. The benefit Russell E. Diethrick Park. Doors will open at 6:00 basket raffle/silent auction will feature Pittsburgh p.m. followed by the first pitch at 7:05 p.m. as the Pirates tickets, commemorative Pink the Park Jammers begin their two-game series against the State College Spikes - see attached poster. baseball A-Bats donated by Superior Bat Com- pany, commemorative 2013 Pink the Park James- In addition to decorating the park in pink, the town Jammer baseball jersey, HP scanner, golfer Jamestown Jammers players and coaches will be in the LINKS Charity Golf Scramble, 1-year donning pink socks and wrist bands (courtesy of Shults Advantage Plan, gift baskets, and more. the Jamestown Cycle Shop), and are asking fans to join them as they Pink the Park by also wear- For game tickets, please call 664-0915, stop by ing pink. the Jammers Box Office at Diethrick Park, or visit www.JamestownJammers.com. In addition to raising awareness for good breast health and promoting annual mammograms, For more information about Pink the Park, to WCA and the Jammers will pay tribute to breast donate to the basket raffle/silent auction, please cancer survivors just before the ceremonial first contact me at (716) 664-8423. Week of 6/16/14 - 6/22/14

JAMESTOWN GAZETTE June 16, 2014 www.JamestownGazette.com 19 JHS Announces 2014 Commencement Speaker, Dr. George Carlo, from the PUZZLES Detroit Tigers, Secrets of Champions  Edited by Margie E. Burke Article Contributed by Difficulty : Easy  Jamestown Public Schools HOW TO SOLVE: Jamestown High School is proud to an-   nounce its 2014 Commencement Speaker,  Dr. George Carlo from the Detroit Tigers. Dr.    Carlo, a 1971 Jamestown High School graduate,  is currently in his tenth season as Performance  Coach in the Detroit Tigers professional base-    ball organization, and the present Board Chair-  man at Secrets of Champions, Ltd.    Week of 6/16/14 - 6/22/14 “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Carlo back  to JHS as our 2014 Commencement Speaker,”  said Jamestown High School Principal Mike  McElrath. “The graduating class will benefit     greatly by hearing from a JHS alumnus with a (Answer appears elsewhere wealth of professional experiences and the abil-    in this issue) ity to motivate them to pursue their dreams.” COURTESY PHOTO According to the Detroit Tiger’s Media Guide, Dr. George Carlo and former Detroit   Tigers Manager Jim Leyland. Dr. Carlo’s sports experience covers more than Copyright 2014 by The Puzzle Syndicate thirty-five years in athletic mind-body performance. In college football, he coached defensive two hundred papers in the health sciences and ends and linebackers at the University of Buffalo written four books, with his next book,Secrets The Weekly Crossword by Margie E. Burke from 1977 through 1979, and was an athletic advisor at the University of Arkansas from 1979 of Champions: The Science of Sustained Excellence ACROSS 12345 6789 10 11 12 13 due out in the summer of 2015. Specifics of to 1982. He worked in college basketball while 1 Equate, sort of 14 15 16 TM on the faculty at The George Washington Uni- his Secrets of Champions peak performance 6 Breakfast grain versity School of Medicine and Health Sciences programs for business, education, healthy liv- 10 Greasy spoon 17 18 19 from 1994 through 2002, and at the University fare of Buffalo from 2010 through 2012. He was a ing, leadership and sports can be found at www. 20 21 22 secretsofchampions.org. 14 ConcertSolution site to Sudoku performance advisor for professional golfers on 23 24 25 Jack Nicklaus’ Golden Bear Tour, and remains 15 College credit  Give the eye an advisor to players on the PGA Tour. “It’s quite an honor for me to have been asked 16 26  27 28 to speak,” said Dr. Carlo. “Life is a team sport, 17 Casual fabric Since 1984, Dr. Carlo has served as a per- 18 Clairvoyant 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 and as these young men and women join the  formance and leadership consultant to field 19 Put into words personnel in several U.S. government agencies 36 37 38 39 40 team of Jamestown High School graduates, it’s 20 Job for a       including the Department of Defense, the Cen- important for them to know that there are le- holiday hire 41 42 43 44 45 tral Intelligence Agency and the Federal Bureau  gions of us out there ready to help them in what- of Investigation. 23 Cha-cha's 46 47 48 49 ever way we can as they move to achieve their cousin  Outside of sports, he is a recognized leader in own aspirations and dreams.” 25 FOX sci-fi   50  51 52  53 the interface of science and public policy, having series held numerous advisory positions in federal and 54  55 56 57 Jamestown High School’s Commencement 26 What mechan- state government, as well as board positions in ics do 58  59 60 61 62 63 several private corporations. Ceremony will be held on Friday, June 20th at 27 Pasture sound 7 p.m. in the Chautauqua Institution Amphithe- 64 65 66 His expertise covers the science of nervous 29 European peak ater. JHS Baccalaureate will be held on Thurs- system and musculo-skeletal function, brain 30 Video's 67 68 69 plasticity, epigenetic engineering, and moti- day, June 19th at 7 p.m. at SS Peter and Paul counterpart Copyright 2014 by The Puzzle Syndicate vational cueing. 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Then run then continues to finish up at Child Advocacy Program The Pad in Kennedy, NY. After months of planning and hours of volunteer work by members of They’re big and tough, and they’re coming Registration is from 9-10 a.m. Kickstands together to help the children. go up at 10:15. The cost is $20 per bike, with the Center and Erie-2-BOCES Adult an additional $10 fee per passenger. There will Education Work Experience program, Members of the Brothers By Choice also be a 50/50 drawing at the Cross Roads. the new entryway, gift shop and motorcycle club are coming together on Proceeds will go directly to the Child Advocacy Saturday, June 21 to raise funds that will benefit Program. “Welcome to Jamestown” exhibit are the Child Advocacy Program in Jamestown, ready to be unveiled. A Community NY. The Child Advocacy Program, or CAP, Organizer Dave Huber said, “The program Service grant from the Chautauqua helps sexually abused children speak up and helps abused children to be empowered to tell the truth; to not be afraid of their attacker. Region Community Foundation begin to heal. The Child Advocacy Program has its own doctors, nurses, and psychologists. They It strengthens them to speak out and not be was key in bringing the project to work with police to help the child feel relaxed afraid.” completion. Professional services and able to speak out. were provided by Ahlstrom-Schaeffer No motorcycle? No problem. Visit Cross Anyone with a motorcycle is invited to come Roads anyhow and make a donation for the Electric Corporation, Jamestown out for the Brothers By Choice’s motorcycle children. For more information about the Awning and Ryan Snow from Stan’s run on Saturday, June 21. The run begins at Brothers By Choice Motorcycle Run, call Dave Hardwood Flooring. The City of the Child Advocacy Program’s office, 405 Huber at 716-483-1748 or Wendy Graham West 3rd Street in Jamestown, and follows a (716-581-3753). For more information about Jamestown provided funding for a route to Cross Roads Farm and Craft Market Child Advocacy Program, see www.capjustice. handicap accessible restroom too. The in Westfield for lunch where CAP will set up org. gift shop cabinetry was donated by Artone Manufacturing Inc. in exchange for images from the Fenton’s special collections to be used in decorating their Doc and Bill to Host new offices.

The new entry is off of the parking COURTESY PHOTOS Hootenanny at Infinity lot and it flows into the gift shop and The Center will hold an open house to orientation room that provides the Article Contributed by Hootenannys, or “hoots,” were a popular introduce the new face of the Mansion fixture of the folk music revival of the late 1950s visitor with a timeline of Jamestown’s Infinity and early 1960s. This hoot will be hosted by development, a then and now on Thursday June 19 from 4-7 PM with remarks at 5:30 PM. “This is very Doc & Bill, who will kick the proceedings off comparison map and many artifacts Hootenanny hosted by Doc and Bill with a couple of familiar, easy-to-play-along- Friday, June 20, 2014 from the area. exciting for those of us directly involved with songs and narrate a little hootenanny lore in the Center and for our Jamestown 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Infinity Arts Café throughout the evening. Musicians of all ages “This project is the culmination of community. We can all be proud of 115 East Third Street and skills levels are encouraged to come and many people’s hard work, the right the City and what its residents have Jamestown, NY 14701 sing or play with the group. While the traditional instruments used are acoustic guitars, banjos, partners at the right time and a focused accomplished over the years and the plan to be ready for the summer season,” Infinity Visual & Performing Arts Café will be mandolins, ukuleles, and fiddles, any instrument years to come – and the new exhibit the site of a 1960s-style hootenanny on Friday not requiring sound amplification is welcome! says Rick Lundquist, president of the evening, June 20, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Participants are also encouraged to bring their board of trustees for the Fenton History shows that,” says Joni Blackman, director. hosted by the popular local folk music duo, Doc own songs to teach to the group. Simply bring a Center, “our goal is to make the Fenton All are invited to see the new entryway, & Bill. Admission is free, and persons of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to attend, as are sheet with the lyrics and chords! Mansion a showplace that will bring more gift shop and exhibit. Refreshments and those who simply want to enjoy the experience residents and visitors to Jamestown.” a basket raffle will be held. of hearing others sing and play. For more information, 716-664-0991. JOIN THE RESTAURANT CONNECTION! Publish your food specials and get your restaurant noticed!

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Strider staff contacts Jamestown Farmers Market numerous families in our growing Hispanic Co. and authentic French baked goods As the 2013-2014 school year draws to a community to serve as a bridge between “Opening day of the 2014 season provided by the Little French Bakery. close, all of us at Chautauqua Striders com- school staff and families by continuously help- mend elementary, middle and high school exceeded our expectations and ignited Also enjoy fresh locally roasted coffee ing with agency referrals, supporting school students for working so hard for the past nine from the Dalahast Roasting Company. staff, administration and parents with transla- momentum that we hope to carry months. Many of these students take advan- Busti Cider Mill & Farm Market, Small tage of the various academic opportunities tion of documents, meetings, home visits and throughout the rest of the 22 weeks” provided by Chautauqua Striders to help phone calls. The Hispanic Advocacy Program states Christina King, JRC’s Farmers Meadows Farm, Abers Acres and Scott’s them be successful. allows us to reach out to families that do not Market Manager. “We extended the Farm and Greenhouse will be here with have the knowledge or support to help their Since 1981, Chautauqua Striders has of- operating hours of the market so we seasonal produce such as strawberries, fered tutoring for high school students in children meet high expectations. could reach those who weren’t able to spinach, rhubarb and potatoes with fresh Chautauqua County. Nearly one-to-one join us last year.” cut and potted herbs, maple syrup, jams tutoring with qualified, friendly, and experi- Originally founded in 1979 by Dan Feather enced tutors make this program ideal for stu- and Ron Graham as a local track club, Chau- This year, the market will have rotating and jellies, garlic, NYS cheeses, fresh dents across the academic spectrum. tauqua Striders is now celebrating 35 years of vendors and each week will have frozen meat, eggs and much more! Visit mentoring and guiding youth through educa- Merriam-Webster defines a tutor as a per- something different to offer. The market’s new vendors; Puro Co., Puro Pets & tion, advocacy and athletics. son charged with the instruction and guid- new location has adequate space to house All Things Creative for artisan soaps, all ance of another. Chautauqua Striders’ tutors On Wednesday, July 2nd Chautauqua the new lineup and extra programming have been successfully effecting posi- natural pet products, custom created tie tive changes in youth by providing Striders will host a 35th Anniversary packed into this new season. dye clothing pieces and unique artwork. academic support for over three Night at Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. decades. Our tutors are retired Park. June 12th marks the 1st annual June 12th will have live entertainment teachers, who have over 100 Interactive Story Time from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. from 12 - 1 p.m. with SYMBA and 4 - 6 years of collective teaching We welcome current and experience, and col- former students, with Cindy McDonough who facilitates p.m. with Davis & Eng. Keep up-to-date lege students, whose program participantsWeek of 6/16/14a fun-filled - 6/22/14 session of interactive reading by “Liking” the Downtown Jamestown fresh perspective and athletes, and the for ages 3-7. Head to the market before Farmers Market on Facebook or visit and enthusiasm is entire community to story time at 1:30pm for Face Painting contagious among jamestownrenaissance.org. both students and join us for a night of fun with Emily Strong. This is a free event staff. They are also fun as the Jamestown and after story time, children go home The Market is open every Thursday 12 chemists and con- Jammers baseball with a free paperback book from the - 6 p.m. June through October on Cherry gressional liaisons, who share their real life job team takes on the Williamsport Crosscutters James Prendergast Library. Street. Restrooms are available at the experiences with students in order to provide at 7:05 p.m. We plan to use the evening to cel- guidance and meaning to current schoolwork ebrate the past 35 years of Striders success, as Cornell Cooperative Extension will join Chautauqua County Humane Society’s and inspire new career paths. well as promote the many Striders programs us every week with food demonstrations 2nd Chances Thrift Store. Free market Tutors at our on-site after school programs currently available to our area youth. Tickets and tastings, using ingredients found right parking on the Main and 2nd street work closely with teachers, school staff, and to the game are free and can be obtained at at the market. Enjoy demonstrations at 1 parking deck with reimbursement at the program staff to create Common Core aligned  Edited by Margie E. Burke many local partner organizations and busi- p.m. and 4 p.m. market information/EBT tent. lesson plans, which reinforce what the stu- nessesDifficulty in the : Easy area. You can also pick up free dents learn during the day. Small group and tickets at the Chautauqua Striders office lo- one-to-one tutoring gives students a chance to interact with a caring adult, as they discuss cated at 101 East 4th St. in Jamestown (on the schoolwork as well as other aspects of their 2nd floor of the YMCA). HOW TO SOLVE: lives. While academics are at the forefront of   tutoring sessions, time spent with a positive In addition to the game, Striders also invites role model can have a tremendous impact on a you to attend a special pre-game  tent party   student’s confidence and sense-of-self. featuring picnic food, drink, music, and guest  speaker Jonathon Eig, author of the book SAFARI Tutoring and Mentoring Program,  located at Jamestown High School, is a regu- Luckiest Man about Lou Gehrig, and Open-   larly scheduled class that offers student aca- ing Day about Jackie Robinson. Tickets to the  demic assistance during the school day. The tent party can be purchased for $35.00 by con-   program serves approximately 100 students tacting Strider staff or stopping by the Striders  who are working on staying in school and office. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua Striders  meeting graduation requirements.  programming and the 1,800 youth served an-  SAFARI provides students with academic nually. Chautauqua Striders would to thank assistance, guidance, and emotional support, Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union  through one-to-one tutoring and academic for helping make this night possible. (Answer appears elsewhere mentoring. This program’s unique combina-    in this issue) tion of tutoring and mentoring allows for For more information about Chautauqua a holistic approach to improving academic Week of 6/16/14 - 6/22/14 Striders please contact us at 488-2203, visit performance. With the consistent support of www.chautauqua-striders.org, or like us on  positive adult tutors and mentors, students are Copyright 2014 by The Puzzle Syndicate able to set meaningful academic goals and re- Facebook. alize their potential to succeed in high school. We look forward to seeing you at the ball The goal of the Hispanic Advocacy Pro- park and celebrating with you on July 2nd!

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Faces full of concern and caring surround, offering food and shelter for those who have experienced the devastation of natural or man-made disaster. Amid fires, floods and more, these kind souls come forward to aid those most in need, providing the warmth of stability and compassion in uncertain times. The American Red Cross of Southwestern NY is known for their blood drives, as well as health and safety training, but they also offer many other services this area is fortunate to have. In times of hardship and loss, the American Red Cross is there, ready to help. The American Red Cross has existed in some form COURTESY PHOTO in the area since 1906. After reorganization and change, the American Red Cross of Southwestern NY focused DAT (Disaster Action Team) members standing in front of the ERV – Emergency Response Vehicle on efforts in the Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties. “As the county grows, the Red Cross adapts,” says have done in Chautauqua County since January.” From candidates are invited to visit the website at redcross.org/ Executive Director, Bill Tucker. “Chapter wide, we have the closing of Interstate 90 to the recent flooding of the swny or stop in for a chat. close to 400 volunteers - we are all about our volunteers.” Chadakoin River, Red Cross volunteers have busied their This organization, chartered by the United States Congress, hands to help. The American Red Cross of Southwestern NY has is tasked with providing 24/7 local disaster relief, national locations in Jamestown, Olean, and Wellsville, NY. They disaster relief, and a variety of services to the Armed Forces The Red Cross also hosts fundraisers, taking a break from are planning several blood drives in the coming weeks in and their families. disaster services to raise money for a good cause, as well as to have a good time. “We host both of our fundraisers in a multitude of locations. For an updated listing or more “Disaster Relief services are critically important,” Tucker the spring,” Kathy Burch, the Assistant Executive Director, information on events and volunteering, visit their Facebook explains. The Red Cross provides food, shelter and clothing says. “Savor the Flavor in March, and in May the Hometown page under ‘The American Red Cross of Southwestern NY’ services to people displaced by disasters, such as house Heroes.” Savor the Flavor is a tasty tribute to Chautauqua or their Twitter account at @ARC_SWNY. fires, flooding, hurricanes and more. “When I say disaster, dining, featuring local foods and a fine dining experience. it’s a disaster to a family. It goes without saying it is a Hometown Heroes is a breakfast event that celebrates seven The Jamestown Gazette is proud to recognize our dealers, difficult event for any family to go through,” Tucker adds. different people in the area with incredible stories worthy of outstanding corporate citizens of our county. This week, the With blizzards in winter, flooding in spring, and a wide mention. “It’s giving back to the people.” range of events in between, the Red Cross of Southwestern Gazette especially thanks American Red Cross Southwestern, NY has been very busy in the past few months, providing “We are always looking for volunteers,” Burch says. NY for faithfully carrying The Jamestown Gazette, The People’s much needed service to the surrounding area. “If I could “The real strength of the Red Cross is the volunteers.” For Paper, for the benefit and enjoyment of their customers, our say anything, I would just point to the work our volunteers readers interested in being a volunteer for the Red Cross, readers.

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