World Series of Cars - The Jamestown Gazette
Transcription
World Series of Cars - The Jamestown Gazette
FREE WEEKLY www.JamestownGazette.com /JamestownGazette @JtownGazette Your Community • Your Credit Union Jamestown Area Community Federal Credit Union lebrating Ce75 Years 915 E. Second St., Jamestown 483-1650 • jacfcu.org Federally insured by NCUA We take tree care seriously... Chautauqua Marketing Solutions, Inc. The People’s Paper. Vol. 6 • No. 29 | Week of July 18, 2016 World Series of Cars Rolls Back into Town Article Contributed by Walt Pickut Fully Insured Professional Service BENTLEY TREE CARE Tree Removal Stump Removal Tree Trimming Lot Clearing Tree Planting Skid Steer Services Logging Log Loads Site Clean-Up (for Split your own firewood) CALL FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION ESTIMATE (716) 736-3963 / (814) 725-1650 “We’re thrilled that we can keep supporting such a wonderful event,” Kim Eklund, World Series of Cars organizer said. The 2016, 33rd annual open air car show will once again benefit the Babe Ruth League World Series of baseball staged at Jamestown’s Russell E. Diethrick Park every other year. This year’s World Series of Cars will once again take over Bergman Park on Baker Continued on Page 8... ONE OF OUR OWN Article Contributed by Emily Wynne Carl Jeffrey Bloomquist, who has had cancer six times, said, “My life has always been really good … and I wouldn’t change anything.” Wherever this life-long Jamestown resident goes, a trail of positivity follows his footsteps. Bloomquist, who prefers to be known by his middle name, dedicated his life to helping build up the community that supported him. He carries out this goal in a variety of ways. Bloomquist’s sense of community comes from his roots in Jamestown. He was raised by foster parents in a home on Blanchard Street. His family passed the house on to him, and he still lives there today. Jamestown is lucky to have a citizen so devoted to serving others. Just one of the many examples of his giving nature occurred in 2012, when he personally donated more than 50 pairs of mittens and 50 pairs of children’s socks to the Salvation Army to help with their winter jacket drive. Jeffrey Bloomquist Bloomquist attended Jamestown High School, where he is part of the Class of 1968. He vividly remembers that it rained all day on the day of his graduation. During high school he managed the varsity football and baseball teams. “I played a little of both,” Bloomquist especially enjoys baseball, and can both pitch and catch with his left hand, an unusual skill. Bearded and intellectual, he strongly resembles President Abraham Lincoln and acts as a professional impersonator; he is a member of the Association of Lincoln Presenters. “He’s my favorite [president]. He had a hard life, started in a singleroom log cabin,” Bloomquist said of the self-educated man who became president, practiced law and led the U.S. through the Civil War. More than 300 parades and events have been graced by this Mr. Lincoln. For the past 16 years he has participated in the Downtown Jamestown Christmas Parade. Though his skills are, understandably, most in demand around Presidents Day, Bloomquist remains committed to the role all year round. “I haven’t shaved the beard in 10 to 12 years,” he said, “just because you never know when someone needs Lincoln.” Always an optimist, Bloomquist wants to see everyone advance their education and have opportunities for success, which is why in 2007 he started the C. Jeffrey Bloomquist History Scholarship fund at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. Though the fund began with just Bloomquist’s savings, donors from all Continued on Page 16... 2 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com July 18, 2016 11th Annual Jamestown Regional 9am-10pm Sat., Aug. 27, 2016 Mayville Lakeside Park, Mayville, NY www.96thhighlanders.com/festival.html EMERGENY SERVICES 716-569-3695 Central Air Conditioning Specifically Designed For Homes w/ Hot Water Heat Would you like to search for prospective employees throughout Warren, Chautauqua & Cattaraugus Counties? The Jamestown Gazette makes it AFFORDABLE! Customized Heating-Air Conditioning & Dehumidifications Systems Green Saw Dust DELIVERED Call Today! 716-484-4155 C ALL ADS ARE ONLINE AT NO ADDITIONAL COST! Fair Tim y t n ou Support Your e Local Fair & Participants In the 40 & 100 YARD WALKING FLOOR LOADS AVAILABLE CALL DAVID 814-425-2500 ext 221 A Front Page Story will lead into the Black and White Special Sections For Each Local County Fair Special Features On Stands the Week of July 25th Free Bark available in Townville Pa Call 814-967-2700 for Details July 25-31, 2016 AUGUST 9-13, 2016 The Jamestown Gazette is distributed to the counties of Chautauqua • Cattaraugus • Warren e p d e n n dent I HeriTaGe MiniSTrieS independenT LivinG Living Heritage Senior Living Communities offer weekly Open HOuSeS! Tuesdays 10am-4pm: The Homestead- Gerry, nY Thursdays 10am-4pm: The Woodlands-West ellicott, nY We are dedicated to providing active adults with all the comforts and amenities you have grown accustomed to. From duplexes, cottages, & single family homes, we will work with you to provide individualized solutions! JamestownGazette.com RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY Call 716-484-7930 DEADLINE: July 21, 2016 4pm. FREE Classified Ads Merchandise ads are FREE in the Jamestown Gazette * Free Classified ads will only be accepted by using this form in the Jamestown Gazette or by e-mailing your item to classifieds@jamestowngazette.com. No Calls or Walk-Ins will be accepted on FREE Classifieds. *Merchandise MUST be priced $500 or under. No Firewood, No Animals/Pets and No Weaponry NAME:________________________ PHONE:__________________ Gazette Deals Ad Creator (Max 15 Words) “Where Caring is our Calling” Call Today For More Information 716-763-5608 Please Mail completed forms to 215 Spring Street, Jamestown, NY 14701 Email: classifieds@jamestowngazette.com - Fax: 716-338-1599 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com EDITOR’S MESSAGE July 18, 2016 3 We are the Factory...No Middleman Markup! SAVE Mattresses always starting as low as $90.00! 20% to 60% OFF Comparable Brand Names! 135 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood - 763-5515 150 Blackstone Ave., Jamestown - 665-2247 10 W. Main St., Fredonia - 672-4140 E The People’s Paper. ditorial Publisher................................................Stacey Hannon Editor............................................................ Walt Pickut Graphic Designer / Account Executive....Lori Byers Graphic Designer / Layout .......................Tesla Grobaski CAP Intern .................................................. Emily Wynne Web Management....................................Nick Trussalo Circulation............................................. Travis Johnson Circulation.............................................David Peterson Beautiful and Fast It’s a love affair. No doubt about it. Life is full of things that are fast and beautiful… and a lot of them are judged to be more beautiful because they are fast. Consider the horse. In motion. By some accounts, Americans will spend somewhere between $6- and $10-billion this year to watch beautiful horses go fast. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the fastest one, a 2-year-old filly thoroughbred called Winning Brew, clocked just a whisker less than 44 mph in 2008. I bet she was beautiful to watch. Once, not too very long ago, the horse was the fastest thing there was for anyone to ride when speed was important. Kingdoms rose and fell by their ability. “My kingdom for a horse…” was once uttered in desperation by King Richard, Duke of Gloucester, according to the Bard of Avon. Before cars and trains, a horse at canter strode along at 15 to 20 mph and a fast, spur-prodded gallop hit 20 to 25 mph. Truly a beautiful sight. Enter Henry Ford. About 120 years and six weeks ago, at 4:00 o’clock on the morning of June 4, 1896, in the shed behind his home, Henry unveiled his “Quadricycle,” the first automobile he ever designed, built and drove. It topped out at 20 mph. Beautiful! By 1927 his 15 million Model-Ts could all cruise along at 45 mph under the power of 20 horses. That was a beautiful speed. We love fast cars. Given $2.4 million, you can feel the world’s fastest passenger cars, the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport or the Venom TURTLE PIT Smoke Shop, Convenience Store, Deli, & Laundromat (716) 354-2298 GT, flatten your hair at 270 mph. You’ll agree with British rock singer and songwriter, Rod Stewart. “Fast cars are things of beauty.” Yet, it’s not all about speed. Some cars are simply made like the finest furniture, crafted of steel, chrome and supple leather. They run simply fast enough for pleasure and comfort and the business of everyday life but rarely drive at 3-figured speeds. This week the Jamestown Gazette invites our readers to come down to Bergman Park and see about 400 of the finest or most beautiful machines of comfort, luxury, sport and family fun that were built during the world’s first, full automotive century. It’s the World Series of Cars. It supports the Babe Ruth Little League World Series that is coming to Jamestown next year. Come see the cars of America’s love affair with things that are fast or beautiful or both…a century of our finest automobiles of every kind. And even a parking lot’s worth of motorcycles. But there’s always a lighter side to our love affair with cars, even in traffic jams. Columnist Doug Larson once said, “If all the cars in the United States were placed end to end… it would probably be Labor Day Weekend.” Enjoy a weekend at a car show this week, and as always, enjoy the read. Walt Pickut Editor The Jamestown Gazette CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Janet Wahlberg............................... Finding Your Family Pastor Scott Hannon................................. Faith Matters Pastor Shawn Hannon............................... Faith Matters Steve Sorensen...............................The Everyday Hunter Vicki McGraw............................Join Me in the Kitchen LOCATION 215 Spring St. Jamestown, NY 14701 MAILING ADDRESS PO Box 92 Jamestown, NY 14702 OFFICE: 716-484-7930 FAX: 716-338-1599 Contact us... News - news@jamestowngazette.com Information - info@jamestowngazette.com Events - ent@jamestowngazette.com Classifieds - classifieds@jamestowngazette.com Advertising - production@jamestowngazette.com ONLINE: www.jamestowngazette.com AD DEADLINES: Friday at 12:00 pm production@jamestowngazette.com DISTRIBUTION: The Jamestown Gazette is a locally owned Free weekly, community newspaper that highlights the notable events and remarkable people who make the Greater Jamestown region a unique and vibrant place to live. The Jamestown Gazette is published every Monday and distributed to dealer locations in Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties in New York and in Warren County, Pennsylvania. The entire paper, including supplemental content, is posted to our website www.jamestowngazette.com. Previous Issues are also archived on the website. All content is copyrighted and all rights reserved. No part of the Jamestown Gazette may be reproduced without permission. Opinions expressed by contributing writers, columnists and submitted press releases are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of the owner, staff or management of The Jamestown Gazette. Brought to you by: LIGHTERS Seneca’s 15% OFF NEW EVERY DAY! LOWER PRICE! $22.50 BUY 1 GET 1 FREE WE HAVE THE LARGEST COME TRY OUR Fresh DELI SUBS SELECTION OF DAILY SPECIALS! Philly Cheese Steaks ROLL YOUR OWN • 30+ Varieties of Loose Tobacco • 29 Styles of Tubes • Storage Boxes • Huge Selection of Filling Machines Sold by the gallon, not the tank! Select Swisher Sweet BUY 1 GET 1 FREE Subs • Sandwiches • Burgers • Hot Dogs Italian Hoagies • Pizza • Salads Meat & Cheese by the Pound CALL AHEAD 354-2298 Exit 17 Off Interstate 86 Turn Right 1.5 Miles on Left Side Monday-Saturday 7am-9pm, Sunday 7am-8pm TAX FREE GAS & DIESEL • EVERY FRIDAY SAVE AN EXTRA 5¢ A GALLON OFF OUR ALREADY LOW PRICES! 4 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com WE’LL PUBLISH YOUR UPCOMING EVENTS! Email your event info to ent@jamestowngazette.com by Thursday at 5 p.m. WHAT’S HAPPENING? CHECK OUT THE JAMESTOWN JIVE EVENTS LISTING EACH WEEK TO FIND OUT WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN! Send Us Your Event Today For Further Information on Events Visit WWW.JAMESTOWNGAZETTE.COM EMAIL: ent@jamestowngazette.com SEND YOUR EVENT TO US TO BE INCLUDED ON THE JAMESTOWN JIVE! UPCOMING EVENTS July 18, 2016 Jamestown’s Jive LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT FARMERS MARKETS LAKEWOOD Every Tues thru end of Aug. 1pm to 5pm 140 Chautauqua Ave 716-763-8557 DOWNTOWN JAMESTOWN Thurs's thru Oct. 12-6pm On Cherry St. between 2nd & 3rd in Jamestown 716-664-2477 FALCONER Sat's thru Oct. 9am-2pm Davis Park, corner of W. Main & Homestead 716-665-4400 WESTFIELD Sat's thru Sept 24th 9am-2pm Moore Park • 2 E Main St. DOWNTOWN SHERMAN Sat's thru end of Aug. 10-2 Main St (on the sidewalk) 716-269-4933 ART: Myjtownny July 29-Sept 9 Photos taken in the Jamestown city limits 3rd on 3rd Gallery 116 E 3rd St., Jamestown NY 716-664-2465 ext 227 Keeping the World Wild The Art of John & Suzie Seerey-Lester Runs thru Aug 28 Roger Tory Peterson Institute 311 Curtis St., Jmst 716-665-2473 AUDUBON NATURE EVENTS: Call 716-569-2345 or visit: www.jamestownaudubon.org JULY: 25th: MAPS Bird Banding 30th: Wild 5K Run/Walk AUGUST: Coffee Shop Series: 2nd: Culinary Herb Container Gardening 3rd: Fairy Gardens 4th: Outdoor Fitness 5th: Working for Monarchs 13th: Little Explorers 26th: Monarchs & Margaritas 27th: Monarch Butterfly Festival BENEFIT EVENTS: 4th Annual Mel Perks Memorial Motorcycle Run Sat., July 30, 10-11am The Pad, 1064 Rte 394, Kennedy 716-338-0035, X201 BINGO: Kiantone Fire Department Every Monday Night, 6 – 10pm 716-664-5433 Fluvanna Fire Hall Every Tuesday Night, 7 – 10pm 716-483-8505 Sinclairville Fire Hall Every Wednesday Night. 7pm 716-962-2025 Celoron Hose Company No. 1 Every Thursday Night 7:15pm 716-487-4175 Jamestown Moose Lodge 1681 Every Friday Night 7pm (downstairs) 716-720-5088 COMEDY: LUCY FEST - Lucille Ball Comedy Festival Lewis Black – Aug 4, 7:30pm (Reg Lenna) Trevor Noah – Aug 5, 8pm (Reg Lenna) Brian Regan – Aug 6, 8pm ( JSBA Venue) For Tickets Visit www.lucycomedyfest.com COMMUNITY EVENTS: 33rd Annual World Series of Cars - Car Show & Flea Market Sun., July 24 • 8am-5pm Bergman Park, 487 Baker St. Ext. Jamestown - Breakfast at 7am! 72nd Annual Gerry Rodeo Aug. 3, 4, 5 & 6 • 8pm Gerry Rodeo VFD Grounds 4351 Route 60 888-985-4847 Motor Mayhem Friday, Aug. 12 • 5-11pm Third Street, Jamestown NY 716-664-2477 2016 Beer & Wing Festival Sat., Aug. 27, 1pm Jamestown Savings Bank Arena Busti Apple Festival Sept. 25, 2016 The Busti Historical Society Mill 3443 Lawson Rd., Jmst www.bustihistoricalsociety.com Chautauqua Talks Toastmasters Club Every 1st & 3rd Tues. • 7pm James Prendergast Library Fire Place Room 509 Cherry St., Jmst 716-490-3820 emton55@hotmail com Joint Veterans Council of Jamestown Meetings Every Monday , 6pm 41 Bigelow Ave., Jmst DINING: Sightseeing & Dinner Cruises The Summer Wind 40 Dunham Ave., Celoron 716-763-7447 Breakfast Buffet 2nd Sun. of every mo. 8am – 11am Falconer American Legion Henry Mosher Post 638 EDUCATIONAL: James Prendergast Library Call 716-484-7135 ext 225 For Event Days & Times www.prendergastlibrary.org Busti Grist Mill Grain Grinding Demonstrations 3rd Sundays 1-4 3443 Lawson Rd., Jamestown NY 716-483-3670 FAITH: Spirit Wing Concert Sunday, Aug. 21, 4pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation 1255 Prendergast Ave., Jamestown 716-484-1619 Infinity's 13th Annual Local Music Showcase - Downtown Jamestown Sat., Sept 10 - 6pm - Sun, Sept 11 - 2pm 716-664-0991 HISTORY: Rescues at Chautauqua Lake by Fire Chief Burl Swanson Thurs., July 21 • 7pm Mayville Depot Museum Chaut. Lake Historical Society More info. Call 716-640-7229 SPORTS/OUTDOORS: Chautauqua Lake Dragon Boat Race & Festival Sat., Aug. 6 • 7am-4pm Lucille Ball Memorial Park 1 Dunham Ave., Celoron, NY 716-487-4175 Fenton History Center Brown Bag Lecture Series 2nd Wed. of the month thru Oct. Fenton History Center 67 Washington St., Jmst www.fentonhistorycenter.org 716-664-6256 Chautauqua County Trail Riders 51st Annual "Big Ride" Weekend Aug. 19-21 9am 3560 Gerry-Levant Rd, Falconer 716-487-9650 Walking Tours of Jamestown Last Saturday of ea. mo. thru Sept. Fenton History Center 67 Washington St., Jmst www.fentonhistorycenter.org (716) 664-6256 Dirt Track Auto Racing Sat Nights • 7-11pm thru Labor Day Stateline Speedway 4150 Kortwright Rd., Jmst newstatelinespeedway.com (716) 720-2403 MOVIES: Movies at the Reg: - DOUBLE FEATURE Wed. July 20: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (PG-13)6pm Top Gun (PG) 8pm Fri., July 22 • 7pm Sat., July 23 • 2pm Alice Through The Looking Glass (PG) Sat., July 23, 2pm Love & Friendship 116 E 3rd St., Jmst www.reglenna.com 716-664-2465 Dipson Theaters Lakewood Cinema 8 Chautauqua Mall Cinema I & II Warren Mall Cinema III For info on movies & times: www.dipsontheaters.com MUSIC: 2nd Annual WOW Lip Sync Battle Aug. 19th @ Shawbucks The Scandinavian Studies program presents The Jamestown Municipal Band Every Wednesday 7pm (thru Aug. 10) Goranson Bandshell, Jamestown NY The Town of Ellery Park Rt 430, Greenhurst, NY Every Thurs. July/Aug 6:30-8:30 July 21 Barbara Jean July 28: Wind River Blue Grass Band Aug. 4: Razz & Dixicrats Aug 11: Stone Row Band Aug 18: Kokomo Time Band Third Thursday - Outdoor Concert Series Jamestown Winter Garden Plaza, 313 N Main St, Jamestown Open Drum Circle 3rd Friday • 6-8pm Wintergarden, N Main, Jmst "Jamestown Thunder" "SoundRhythms" 716-720-0094 Chautauqua Lake Outlet Paddle Every Wed. thru Aug. 31 • 6:30-9pm McCrea Point Park Boat Landing Jones & Gifford Ave, Jamestown NY 716-763-2266 SUPPORT GROUPS: Bariatric Support Group 1st Mon. of each month, 6-7pm James Prendergast Library Conference Rm 2nd floor 509 Cherry St., Jamestown 716-244-0293 (no meeting in Sept) Miracle of Recovery Fellowship Mondays & Wednesdays 7-8pm Healing Words Ministries 1006 W. 3rd St. Jamestown 716-483-3687 Mental Health Association A Peer Support Recovery Center in the Gateway Center, 31 Water Street, Door #14, For more info on weekly events, call (716) 661-9044 or visit www.mhachautauqua.org or www.facebook.com/MHAChautauqua WARREN AREA EVENTS: BINGO: Russell VFD Tuesday night Bingo Doors open 4:30pm Pleasant Twp VFD Every Thurs. Night 4pm Warren Senior Community Center Doors open 4pm Smoke free game Struthers Library Theare Brooklyn July 20 & 22 • 7:30pm 302 W. 3rd St., Warren, PA www.strutherslibrarytheatre.com (814) 723-7231 5 716-450-7357 EVENTS July 18, 2016 Motor Mayhem Coming to Downtown Jamestown August 12 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com SPIRETHEATER.ORG 317 E 3rd St. Jamestown, NY 14701 Audubon Nature Center's July 30 Wild 5K Run/Walk Adds Awards Group Photo: Jon Elder Studios Article Contributed by Jamestown Renaissance Corporation The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation has announced details for this year's Motor Mayhem, a signature car and motorcycle cruise in downtown Jamestown. The event will showcase classic cars, modern classics, trucks, Jeeps, and motorcycles while highlighting a variety of local businesses, restaurants, and live music. Motor Mayhem will take place on Friday, August 12, from 5-11p.m, along Third Street, Fourth Street, and intersecting side streets in downtown Jamestown. The event is free and open to the public. "Motor Mayhem is a great way to bring area residents, visitors, and downtown businesses together," said Edwin Rodriguez Jr., events and marketing associate for the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation. "Cooperation between downtown businesses, city officials, and our office has grown over the last two years. It is very encouraging for us. We enjoy bringing people together in fun new ways. We're trying some new things and hoping that everything goes smoothly," said Rodriguez. Nine downtown restaurants will be serving food outdoors during the event and will feature two to three unique food items. Participating restaurants include: Jones Valhalla, Labyrinth Press Company, Gialy's, Harvest Time Café, Brick City Market and Deli, The Pub, Havana Cuban Café and Pizzeria, The Sprinkle Cone, and Sandee's Brooklyn Square Café. Several retail stores will be open during the event as well including Bio Dome Project, Gifts, Décor and More, and The Liquid Monkey. Grant Robinson, owner of The Liquid Monkey, will have a live glass blowing demonstration outside their business on Third Street during the event. They will be showing their audience how to make glass marbles and wine glasses. "We are very excited to participate in Motor Mayhem this year and bring further exposure to our store's location in downtown Jamestown," said Robinson. "We have been glass blowing for over 15 years and hope that our demonstration will attract people to explore what we have to offer. Our doors will remain open throughout the event," he said. In partnership with The Wine Cellar, there will be an outdoor beer garden at the Winter Garden Plaza on Main Street featuring live local and regional music. Live music will take place in the plaza featuring 'Two for Flinching' at 5 pm, 'We Speak Canadian' at 7 pm, and 'Refuge' at 9p.m. Family-friendly attractions will be held along Fourth Street between Main Street and Spring Street during Motor Mayhem from 5-9 pm. The Jamestown Community Chamber of Commerce will hold a 'Touch-A-Truck' event where kids can get up close and personal with a variety of unique vehicles including emergency vehicles, ATVs, construction equipment, and more. Bounce houses and other activities will also be available for families to enjoy along with an open house at the Jamestown YMCA. Vehicle parking for this year's event has changed slightly from previous years. Cars, trucks, and Jeeps can enter the event at the corner of Third and Spring Street and park along Third Street, Cherry Street, Main Street, and Pine Street. Motorcycles enter the event at the corner of Main Street and Fourth Street and can park on Fourth Street from Main Street to Washington Street. This year's event features free cruise parking and registration for which is sponsored by Jamestown Up Close. Vehicles or motorcycles can RSVP for the event online by visiting the JRC website or Facebook event. Motor Mayhem is sponsored in part by Shults Auto Group, Dave Warren Auto Group, LiteHouse Auto, Inc., Line-X of Jamestown, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, Jamestown Up Close, Gebbie Foundation, The Wine Cellar, Jamestown Community Chamber of Commerce, Harley-Davidson of Jamestown, Der Kobblers Automobile Association, Signature Paving and Sealcoating, and G. Patti Development. For more information about Motor Mayhem, call 716-664-2477, ext. 226 or visit the 2016 Motor Mayhem Facebook page. You can also visit www. jamestownrenaissance.org. The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation is a public-private partnership supporting downtown and neighborhood revitalization through stakeholder engagement, innovation, and reinvestment in the greater Jamestown, New York, area. With awards now in eight age groups for both runners and walkers, a lot of participants will be taking home prizes at the Audubon Nature Center's Wild 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Free children's events during the race guarantee fun for everyone. Article Contributed by Audubon Nature Center Whatever your age, whether you like to run or if walking is more your speed, there's a spot for you at the Audubon Nature Center's Wild 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 30. Thanks to requests from participants, a new age group has been added to this year's competition. Now with a 70+ category for both walkers and runners, those 70 and older will no longer have to compete against 60-year-olds. Prizes will be awarded to the first three overall male and female walker and runner finishers. Age group awards will be given to the top three finishers in each for runners and top finisher in each for walkers. Age groups are 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 4049, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. The awards ceremony will begin at 10:30 for those who have finished. While Trackqua speeds up the registration process and provides chip-timed results, you can enjoy exceptional natural beauty and help restore and preserve an incredible woodland habitat. The 2016 event will highlight the woodlands that shade the trails. Proceeds support protecting the Nature Center's over 600 acres of unique habitat that decreases flooding in surrounding communities, purifies drinking water, and provides sanctuary to plants and animals of all shapes and sizes. Check-in and same-day registration is 8-8:45 a.m., with the race beginning at 9 a.m. Special free children's events take place during the race. Runners and walkers who preregister by Monday, July 18, will receive an event t-shirt. Preregistration fee is $20. The fee after July 18 or on race day is $25. Friends of the Nature Center receive a 10% discount. To register, call (716) 569-2345 or visit www.wild5k.wordpress.com/ runnerswalkers. Event details, including the 2014 and 2015 results (on the News page), are at www.wild5k.wordpress.com. Participants are invited to stay after their run/walk to tour the exhibits throughout the Nature Center building, browse the Blue Heron Gift Shop, and visit with Liberty, the non-releasable Bald Eagle, in her outdoor habitat. Volunteers are still needed to staff the water station, registration, refreshment and award tables, to serve as trail cheerleaders/direction pointers from before the start to the end of the race, and to help at the finish line. To volunteer, call (716) 569-2345 or visit www.wild5k. wordpress.com/volunteer. Event sponsors include JCC Total Fitness, Weinberg Financial Group, Warren Midtown Motors, Arcade Senior Services, and Greg Mackie Appliances. The Audubon Nature Center is at 1600 Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, New York, and Warren, Pennsylvania. Hours for the building and Blue Heron Gift Shop are 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. MondaySaturday and 1-4:30 p.m. Sundays. The arboretum, gardens, picnic area, more than five miles of trails, and Liberty in her outdoor exhibit are open dawn to dusk daily. Make sure you check out the new "Kitchen Garden"! To learn more about the Nature Center's many programs, call (716) 569-2345 or visit www.jamestownaudubon.org. 6 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com E N I EE H W FF TTHH ! O PUZZLES Wrapped too tight? Packaging should keep the stuff inside safe until opened and should make small goodies harder to shoplift. That’s about it, right? So why are CDs packaged so tight they are even totally safe from me? I bought one the other day, broke two finger nails and almost dislocated a front tooth trying to open it. Is that plastic Week of 7/18/16 - 7/24/16 straight jacket really a dexterity test I have to pass so I can enjoy my music? EK E W O Comprehensive Professional Waste Hauling & Disposal Service • 2-40 yd Containers Available • Commercial, Small Business & Residential Disposal 7534 Rt 380 • Stockton • 716-595-3186 JOIN ME IN THE KITCHEN with Vicki McGraw Kids College Submitted by: Tryon Lucy Lastic & Nadia Gedditt The Weekly Crossword ACROSS 1 Sound of shock 5 Visibly happy 10 Young seal 14 Cousin of a mandolin 15 Desire 16 Pedestal topper 17 Eloquent 19 Wander about 20 Amigo 21 Pain in the neck 22 Formal order 24 Flock member 26 Oolong, for one 28 Open-eyed 29 Terminology 33 DC office 34 Cave 35 Campaigner, for short 38 Bug 40 Penny pincher 42 Before, to a sonneteer 43 Attraction 47 Type of sandwich 48 Obstacle race 50 Swagger 53 Penpoint 54 Parking place 55 Hardy's cohort 57 Big brass 59 Likely 62 Up to the task 63 Loathsome 66 2004 holiday flick with Susan Sarandon 67 Spice in Indian cuisine 68 Linen-thread fiber 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 18 20 21 22 27 31 39 42 43 28 35 40 44 45 36 37 41 46 47 49 53 52 54 55 56 57 62 63 58 66 67 68 69 70 71 64 59 60 61 65 Copyright 2016 by The Puzzle Syndicate 69 Not for the squeamish 70 Change 71 It may be pitched 10 Nice round figure 11 Be gaga over 12 "Dream ___" (Darin hit) 13 Armada DOWN 18 Airy 1 Hardly haute 23 Terra firma cuisine 25 Wound from a 2 Heavenly glow flogging 3 Draw 27 Absorbed, as a Week of 7/18/16 - 7/24/16 loss 4 Teacher's favorite 29 ___ the wiser 5 Parcel unit 30 CBer's sign-off 6 Steak 31 Brunch item throwaway 32 "I give up!" 7 Of milk 35 Okay to eat 8 Fertility clinic 36 Sonata, e.g. stock 37 Brain section 9 Fuse 39 Coffee order 41 Bounce back, in a way 44 Slammer 45 Quintessence 46 Protein in milk 48 "___ you jest!" 49 Family group 50 Word on the street? 51 Forbidden 52 Makeshift punishment device 56 Shoestring 58 Tie up 60 Agenda 61 Book for school 64 Depress, with "out" 65 Astern Edited by Margie E. Burke Difficulty : Easy Copyright 2016 by The Puzzle Syndicate Contributing Writer Vicki McGraw 32 48 51 13 23 34 38 12 16 26 30 11 19 25 33 50 10 15 17 29 able to skip the basics and go right ahead to the fancy stuff! We will be working with fondant and flower nails and a few other really cool tools. I am expecting great things from these kids! by Margie E. Burke 14 24 July 18, 2016 HOW TO SOLVE: (Answer appears elsewhere in this issue) Well friends, this week and next will probably be my busiest weeks of the summer!! I will be enjoying my annual time as a teacher at JCC’s summer “Kid’s College”, followed by a week of “Tweens to Teens”. As always, I enjoy the experience with a terrific bunch of kids and a wonderful assistant in each of my four classes! Allowing kids in the kitchen with you is such an amazing experience for not just the kids, but the grown up as well. Some of my fondest memories are of times spent with my Mom and Nana cooking everything from stuffing to taffy (Mom…!!). I learned by example and love. Disasters aside, there is nothing more fun than getting your hands dirty and eating the mess! As the saying goes, show me how to fish and I will eat for a day, TEACH me how to fish and I will eat for a lifetime. This first week of “Kids College” I will be teaching an advanced version of my previous cake decorating classes. So many of the kids in my previous classes have terrific skill and potential, I asked to teach a class specifically for them. We will be The second week won’t be my first foray with the older “teens to tweens” group. As I always am, I expect I will be impressed by their interest and knowledge! Many of them seem to be as dedicated disciples of the Cooking Network as I am! They know the chefs, the shows and the jargon. We will be putting on our own spin of the popular show “Chopped”. I will create a mystery basket of ingredients for the kids to turn into something fabulous! You can bet he class will abound with laughter and yummy treats! We will learn about measuring and mixing, whisking and washing…after all, if you use it, you clean it! Each day will bring a new project, recipes, a treat or two to take home, and by the end of the week, we will have created a really great cookbook that will (hopefully) continue to be filled with future recipes and ideas they come up with. The next time you have some free time, why not turn off the electronics and turn on the stove? Grab the kids and a cookbook, blow the dust off the cover, let it fall open and cook whatever recipe you see first! Add the ingredients listed, but don’t forget to add an extra heaping spoonful of love!! It will not only feed your body, but nourish your heart and soul! To read more of Vicki McGraw’s commentaries on good cooking, fine recipes and perfect party treats, visit www.jamestowngazette.com and click on Join Me in the Kitchen’s own page. The Jamestown Gazette is proud to present our county’s most creative and original writers for your enjoyment and enlightenment. Summer Veggie Impossible Quiche • • • • • • • • • 2 eggs 2 C milk ½ t salt ¼ t pepper 1 c biscuit mix (like Bisquick) ½ red bell pepper, diced 1 small zucchini, diced 1 small tomato, diced 1 c shredded Cheddar cheese Saute veggies and set aside. Wisk together eggs and milk; add salt, pepper and biscuit mix and mix well. Sprinkle in veggies and cheese and stir. Pour mixture into greased pie pan. Bake in preheated 350* oven for 35-45 minutes, until golden brown, puffy, and a knife inserted into middle of pie comes out clean. JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS July 18, 2016 THE EVERYDAY HUNTER with Steve Sorensen Women – Ready or Not, Here They Come! 5 reasons men should appreciate female hunters 7 700 square foot Walk-In Humidor Over 500 Brands, Styles & Sizes of Premium Cigars Discount Program (visit for details) 1974 W. Perimeter Road, Steamburg, NY (Next to the Turtle Pit) Open 10-7 Mon-Sat • 10-6 Sun 716-354-2100 FaithMatters Who is My Neighbor? Photo: Vikki Trout Vikki Trout, pictured in a treestand, represents a positive voice for female hunters won’t be long before hunting sees its last days. 3. To Hear Their Voices Contributing Writer Steve Sorensen In a nation that boasts about equal pay for equal work and female participation in the armed forces, should anyone be surprised that more women are joining men as hunters? Yes, women are becoming hunters in growing numbers. Most people don’t think much about it, but predatory instinct is common to both male and female. In the coyote den, it’s not just the male that leaves to hunt while the female nurtures their young. In the eagle’s nest, it’s not just the male that brings fish back for the eaglets. Even your pampered cat, though she may spend most of her time indoors, will illustrate her hunting prowess by laying songbirds at your doorstep. Clearly, hunting is not just a male trait. So hunters should respect and appreciate human females who hunt. Here are several reasons why. 1. To Kill the Stereotypes We’re doing away with stereotypes everywhere, and it’s time we kill the stereotypes in hunting, too. Last deer season Sister John Paul Bauer of St. Marys, PA, came under vicious Facebook fire from critics around the world for shooting a nice 10-point buck. Much of it came from people who consider themselves liberal, but there’s nothing liberal about condemning women who break a stereotype. 2. To Win the Public Relations War Today colleges have more female than male students, and women are filling jobs everywhere from construction sites to corner offices. Women are finding out it’s OK to be hunters, too, and the multiplying ranks of women hunters should convince the public that hunters are legitimate, and play an important role in wildlife management. A lot is riding on this because the public is made up of many non-hunters who need to be convinced of the value of hunting. In fact, if we don’t win this public relations war, and the public mistakenly decides hunters are bad for wildlife, then it Advertisers often use those little household vignettes where one character is the voice of wisdom. Often that voice comes from a strong, intelligent woman. Vikki Trout of Indiana has that kind of voice. Before her husband died tragically from cancer, they were partners in writing for the outdoor magazines and photographing wildlife. She continues as an effective ambassador for hunting with consistent, pro-hunting messages. So if more and more positive female voices speak out for hunting, people won’t see hunting as the blood sport of Neanderthal men. 4. To Reverse the Decline We can no longer expect to reverse the decline of hunters’ numbers by recruiting more boys, because today’s smaller families produce fewer boys. And sadly, in many families Dad isn’t around to take Junior hunting. Fortunately, as women take up hunting, the world sees a new role model for young boys and girls alike. In Pennsylvania, the number of women who buy hunting licenses has grown by 40% in the last seven years. If you’ve ever looked up into a treestand and seen a woman in it you’ve noticed this trend. 5. To Keep Our Right to Bear Arms If hunters are to continue as a political force for the right to bear arms, we need women. The Second Amendment has never been about hunting, but without it we’ll have fewer hunters. Why shouldn’t modern women have the same right frontier women had? And why should it matter whether they bring home the bacon from the supermarket or from the swamp? There you have it – five reasons to appreciate women hunters. Want more? In the ongoing struggle to continue financing wildlife management, we need women. Women will help the public overcome the tendency to see wildlife management through an emotional lens, and to see hunting for what it is – food acquisition, camaraderie in the field, learning and teaching about the natural world, providing room in the habitat for new generations of wildlife, and changing the public perception of hunting from a consumer mentality to a caring-for-nature mentality. If those messages come from women and not just men, the public will listen and women will no longer be seen as exceptions in a world of male hunters. When “The Everyday Hunter” isn’t hunting, he’s thinking about hunting, talking about hunting, dreaming about hunting, writing about hunting, or wishing he were hunting. To read more of Steve Sorensen’s thoughts about hunting, please visit www.jamestowngazette.com. Contributing Writer Pastor Shawn Hannon Hope Lutheran Church Arcade, NY As a kid growing up on the north side of Jamestown I had a pretty good idea what a neighbor looked like. With a yard not much bigger than my current living room, it was out in the neighborhood that I spent most of my time. Next door was my friend Jeff Drake. Behind us it was Mrs. Anderson—a widow who was usually sweet, that is, until one of our balls would accidentally fly over the fence into her yard. Watch out. Two houses down and across the street was a girl named Mary—my first baby sitter and the first love of my life. If you need a refresher you can find it in Luke 10, but in a nutshell it’s about a man who needs help and finds it in the most unlikely person. As Jesus ends the parable he asks the lawyer, “Who was the neighbor?” The lawyer answered, “The one who showed mercy.” Defining my neighbor was easy then. I lived among them, walked past their houses to get to school and delivered their newspapers. We had block parties where the city police would shut down our street so all we could set up tables in the road and the adults could party all night while the kids played hide and seek in everyone’s yard. And that’s the reminder our world needs these days. We don’t need another meme reminding who our neighbor is. We need a refresher course in how to be a neighbor. Because we live in a world where it is very easy to see who the bandits are. We live in a world where it is very easy to see who the victims are. And in a world where it is very easy to see who is passing by on the other side of the street. What we need more of are neighbors. And that starts with us. It was easier then for me to think about who my neighbor was, because my world was smaller. People on the other side of town might as well have been on the other side of the world. But as I grew up, something happened. Suddenly the other side of town didn’t seem so far away, and for that matter neither did the other side of the world. And either one of two things happened—either the world shrank or maybe my neighborhood just got a lot bigger. But either way, it’s been more difficult since to answer the question, “And who is my neighbor?” But we aren’t the first to ask the question. In the gospel of Luke a lawyer is testing Jesus and he asks him a similar question. “Jesus,” he says, “who is my neighbor?” It’s that question that leads Jesus to tell arguably he most famous parable: the parable of the good Samaritan. And it’s that line that spoke to me in a new way as I reread the story in light of what we’ve been witnessing in our world lately. You see, the man asked Jesus who his neighbor was, but Jesus never answered his question. Not really. Instead Jesus reminded that man how he could be a neighbor. Show mercy. Because, whether we want to admit it or not, we all know the answer to the question, “And who is my neighbor?” What we’ve forgotten is what it looks like to be one. We can’t control the violence and devastation in our world. I wish we could. But we can control how we respond. May that now and always be neighborly. For more inspiration and insights from Pastor Shawn's past columns, please visit www.jamestowngazette.com and click on the Faith Matters page. The Jamestown Gazette is proud to present our county’s most creative and original writers for your enjoyment and enlightenment. 8 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com Special Attractions Trucks Fire Trucks Antique Cars WORLD SERIES OF CARS s r a C f o s e i r e S d l r Wo CAR Show 33rd Annual & FleA MARkeT Sport Cars Street Rods July 18, 2016 SUNDAY • JULY 24 • 8AM - 5PM • Bergman Park, Baker St., Jamestown, NY Breakfast 7-11am Pavilion / Chicken Bar-B-Que & Food Concessions 12-4pm / Adults $3 Children under 12 FREE World Series of Cars Continued from Front Street in Jamestown, New York rain or shine, on Sunday, July 24. The park gates will open at 8 a.m. and the show will run until 5 p.m. “The World Series of Cars is a great thing for our city,” said John Bauer, a key organizer of the event since 1980. “It boosts our local economy and it promotes some really fine kids through the Babe Ruth organization.” What’s New? Kim Ecklund and John Bauer, this year’s chief organizers of the show – along with a volunteer army of more than 100 – were pleased to reveal a few new features guests will enjoy at the 2016 edition of the World Series of Cars. First, organizers are hoping for more than the usual 300 to 400 cars on display. It will be hard to beat last year’s Best in Show winners, Dan Tavano’s ‘68 Chevy Camaro and Jerry Serratine’s 1957 Chevy Nomad. But the show will add new categories this year, beyond the ones judged by the traditional rules of the Antique Automobile Auto Club of America. “This year were attracting more than ever non-judged cars,” Eklund said. “Today people are modifying cars more than ever in very unconventional ways and they want to display their cars. They create amazing cars that do not fit into the Antique Auto Club’s 46 regular judging classes for the traditional, meticulously restored older models.” These newer designs are bound to appeal to car lovers of every age this year. “And this year we are moving the cars up to the front of the park,” Ecklund said, “right along Baker Street. We want people who drive by to see what’s going on. We hope they will be amazed by what they see and come right in. It’s a neighborhood spectacle as well as a show in the park this year. “We’re making room for more motor cycles, too,” Ecklund added. “They are very popular, both old and new.” All competing cars will all be on the field by noon on Sunday. Judging is slated for completion and presentation of trophies and awards is scheduled to begin as close as possible to 4:30 p.m. at the grandstand. Feasts and Vendors “This year’s vendors will have a much wider selection of crafts and goods to offer than last year at the flea market,” Ecklund said. “Displays and sale items will no longer have to be limited to carthemed items.” Vendor and sponsor booths may exceed 15 to 20 this year. Early birds will enjoy a breakfast at the park anytime between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the Pavilion. Breakfast will be provided by Meals on Wheels, as their biggest annual fundraiser. Enjoy breakfast at the show and support a great community service. The traditional and ever popular World Series of Cars Chicken Bar-B-Que will be ready for the show goers between noon and 4 p.m. All the usual carnival food will be on hand, too, including freshly grilled burgers and dogs, Italian sausage with onions and peppers, kettle corn and much more. Nobody goes away hungry. The World Series The annual World Series of Cars and the Labor Day Festival are the major annual fundraisers for the Babe Ruth Little League World Series hosted in Jamestown every other year. The event costs about $150,000 to put on. Estimates show, however, that the World Series brings at least a $1 million to Jamestown and the entire county when the nine top teams from across the nation, plus Jamestown’s team, take to the ball field to compete for the World Series crown. The World Series of Cars, in support of Babe Ruth, is presented by the City of Jamestown and the Lake Region Antique Automobile Club of America, in cooperation with the Chautauqua County Antique Equipment and Tractor Association, the Chautauqua County Corvette Club and the Southern Tier Classic Chevy Club. “The City of Jamestown has been extremely supportive, too,” Ecklund said. “Dan Stone and the Jamestown City Parks Department are doing a phenomenal job as always. We really appreciate their work. We hope people who come to the show will see their role in the whole affair, too, and see how much they contribute to the great success this show always is.” You Be the Judge “You don’t have to be a car expert to be a judge,” Ecklund said. “One more class is scheduled to train car show judges,” she added. It will be held on Wednesday, July 20 at 7 p.m. at the park’s Pavilion. Judges need no previous experience. This is a one hour class which will teach judges exactly what to look for and how to rate all the important features required for judging by the rules of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Those interested are encouraged to attend. Spectator gate donation $3 for adults and children under 12 are admitted free. To learn more, visit http://www. jamestownworldseries.org/carshow and https://www.baberuthleague. org/2016worldseries/. July 18, 2016 TODD & MICHELLE PITTS 881 Foote Avenue Jamestown, NY 14701 COMMUNITY WORLD SERIES OF CARS Family Owned & Operated Since 1956 Phone (716) 483-1919 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com 9 10 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com COMMUNITY July 18, 2016 Clark Patterson Lee Announces New Hire Article Contributed by Clark Patterson Lee Clark Patterson Lee, a full-service design firm that has served public and privatesector clients for 40 years, is pleased to announce that Brady Morrison has joined its team in Jamestown. Brady Morrison is a resident of Randolph, NY. Formerly a CPL intern, he has been hired at CPL as an Architectural Designer. Morrison received his 4-year degree in Architectural Technology from Alfred State College. About Clark Patterson Lee Clark Patterson Lee is a full-service design firm that has been providing professional services of exceptional quality and value to public and private clients for four decades. The firm maintains offices throughout New York, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina and offers expertise in architecture, engineering, planning, interior design, and construction services. For more information on Clark Patterson Lee, please visit www.ClarkPattersonLee. com or call 1-800-274-9000. Brady Morrison The Jamestown Gazette …The Peoples Paper Fantastic Opportunity For A Self -Motivated And Ambitious Leader ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Requirements: • Stronginterpersonalandrelationshipskills • CommunicationSkills:listening,questioning,writtenandverbal •Effectivelymanageanddevelopnewbusinessrelationships •Abletoworkindependentlyaswellaswithateam•ReliableTransportation GUARANTEED SALARY PLUS COMMISSION • FIRST YEAR POTENTIAL 30k FREELANCE WRITER Wearelookingforacreativewritertosubmitoneortwoarticlesper-week.Writingassignmentswillrangefrom localbusinessstoriestoevents,festivalsandpressconferences,includingthehumaninterestsidetolocalstories. Youwillalsohavetheopportunitytogenerateyourownstoryideas. Requirements: • Self-starterwithorganizationalskills • Articlessubmittedwithintheprescribeddeadlines • Thispositionrequirestransportationtocoverlocalinterviews Email cover letter, resume, recommendations, and two writing samples of 500 to 1,000 words (for writer position) to: INFO@JAMESTOWNGAZETTE.COM 215SpringSt.,JamestownNY,14701•716-484-7930 Chautauqua County Humane Society Pets of the Week Dixie Hello there! My name is Dixie. I'm quite the pretty kitty and I enjoy being petted. I'm a little over 5 years old but I have a lot of life left to live and I'd love to do it with you. Won't you come take a look at me? Hey there, my name is Wallace. I may be a little older, but don't let that fool you, I've still got some spunk. I am very curious about everything around me and love to go on walks. I can be a little pushy with bones and good food though, so I would do best in a home with kids older than 5. Come meet me today! Chautauqua County Humane Society • 2825 Strunk Rd, Jamestown • (716) 665-2209 • www.spcapets.com • cchs@spcapets.com Wallace July 18, 2016 11 FREE Classified Ads JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com COMMUNITY Prendergast Library Features Dunkirk Photographer Merchandise ads are FREE in the Jamestown Gazette * Free Classified ads will only be accepted by using this form in the Jamestown Gazette or by e-mailing your item to classifieds@jamestowngazette.com. No Calls or Walk-Ins will be accepted on FREE Classifieds. *Merchandise MUST be priced $500 or under. No Firewood, No Animals/Pets and No Weaponry NAME:________________________ PHONE:__________________ Gazette Deals Ad Creator (Max 15 Words) Please Mail completed forms to 215 Spring Street, Jamestown, NY 14701 Email: classifieds@jamestowngazette.com - Fax: 716-338-1599 A variety of photographs by Diane Andrasik will be on display at the Prendergast Library Art Gallery this summer. Article Contributed by James Prendergast Library The Prendergast Library Art Gallery will present an exhibit called The Artful Landscape: Photography of Diane Andrasik from July 22 through Aug. 19. The photographer is a resident of Dunkirk and earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English at Fredonia. Her display consists of about 25 local and national scenes. “I endeavor to create expressive landscape images, images that reflect nature’s eternal ability to inspire. I am drawn to the light in which the subject exists, light that may be subtle and delicate, or light that may be sharply contrasting. The latter has brought me to examine high dynamic range photography, which is revealed in several works in the show,” Ms. Andrasik said. The artist has been practicing portrait and landscape photography for more than 35 years and travels widely to capture images. She wrote a pictorial history of Dunkirk published by Arcadia Publishers and has conducted photo workshops in Florida and Utah as well as locally. This is her 25th year of teaching photography as part of the Special Studies Department at Chautauqua Institution, where a Chautauqua calendar she created and her photo notecards are available at the bookstore. The Art Loft in Mayville, Art Loft II in Bemus Point and Surroundings in Westfield also carry the cards, and her work is available at several galleries. She has exhibited in the NSAA exhibit at Kasia in Fredonia, the Octagon Gallery at Patterson Library in Westfield, and the Sensory Winery and Gallery in Ripley. “I came to photography largely self-taught, having gotten involved with the high school photography club using a used camera. I continued to work at gaining skills while in college, working for the newspaper and yearbook as a photographer. When I started my career as an English teacher in the Dunkirk Public School system, I continued to advance my skills by taking photographic workshops around the country and in Europe, and began selling my work at art shows,” she said. Pokemon Go Has Arrived She has attended many workshops and seminars conducted by the Southwestern New York Association of Professional Photographers and the Professional Photographic Association of New York State and won numerous awards in competitions at their conventions and events. She is also a member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals. Participation in SNAPP and PPSNYS led her to do portraiture that included senior portraits, family portraits, weddings and events. She has also photographed Little League and hockey leagues. In her landscape work, Ms. Andrasik looks for patterns that exist in nature. “Certain images arose from my interest in stark landscapes, ones of sand and stone with seemingly little life. Others were found in more traditional landscapes of forest and water. We all have a connection to these environments, and too often we choose to ignore that connection,” she said. Library hours to view her work will be 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The next gallery exhibit will be The Tomte Series, paintings by Nils R. Caspersson from the Rochester area. Prendergast Library is located at 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. For information, call 484-7135. L to R) Scott Kinney and Thomas Comber, Jamestowners who stopped by the Jamestown Gazette office on Friday while tracking down another Pokemon Go goal. Article Contributed by Jamestown Gazette Staff The worldwide Pokémon Go craze has suddenly brought new crowds to Jamestown’s downtown streets at a level some local merchants say they have not seen in years, a most welcome downtown sight. For several days now, Pokémon Go players have been roaming Downtown Jamestown in search of Pokémon, Pokestops, and Poke Bases, according to Matt Hanley, executive assistant to Jamestown’s Mayor Sam Teresi. Ongoing additions to the game over time will undoubtedly drive even more foot traffic and include more local attractions, sightseeing destinations and businesses, all around downtown and an ever-widening local area. Edwin Rodriguez Jr., events and marketing associate with the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation ( JRC) said Pokemon Go fits in perfectly with JRC’s “Up Close & Personal” theme and especially the upcoming Motor Madness event, with Pokelures, stops and bases for exciting contests, prizes and downtown gift certificates. A random sampling of Pokemon Go players encountered by Jamestown Gazette staff while walking along 3rd Street sidewalks on Friday afternoon elicited some revealing remarks. Pokemon players are easy to spot. Simply look for people walking slowly, staring at their phones, only occasionally looking up to avoid pedestrians or cars, sometimes seen singly, and at other times in pairs or small packs. “I can’t stop playing this game,” one said. “I love it. I didn’t go to work today and I probably lost my job, but it’s OK. It’s only part time and I have another one.” Another said, “I can’t wait to see what Lucy-Desi does with this for Lucy Fest weekend.” And another, “My next point to hit is JCC, but I don’t have a car. Can you give me a ride?” According to Hanley, players in Jamestown have created a Facebook page for communicating about the game (Pokémon Go Jamestown). They have also created chatrooms and meet-ups. The game itself uses a number of reallife locations where people interact with the game. The players have to physically be in the area of the locations, which, so far, include the Ice Arena, Fire Station 1, Post Office, and Last Alarm Firemen's Memorial on Tracy Plaza. This promotes the walkability of downtown in a fun and interactive way. Jamestown Gazette readers can learn more about the new Pokemon Go craze by visiting https://techcrunch.com/2016/07/11/ pokemon-go-is-doing-what-few-apps-candriving-real-world-traffic/. 12 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com COMMUNITY FOUNDATION July 18, 2016 2015 Annual Report In 1978, a group of local residents met to create the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation as a way to address needs in its community. Since then, the Community Foundation made it a priority to bring people together, improve the health of Chautauqua Lake, revitalize our neighborhoods, inspire students of all ages, and help those in need. What does the Community Foundation have to do with YOU? The answer is EVERYTHING! To view the complete report, visit crcfonline.org. Your involvement and interest in a wide range of organizations and initiatives keeps us invested and growing. We would not be able to do what we do, without YOU! Randall J. Sweeney Executive Director Pamela D. Noll Board of Directors, President All projects received grants from the Fund for the Region. The Reg Lenna Center for the Arts upgraded its sound and light equipment and began renovations on the theater. Chautauqua Lake Central School developed a Manufacturers Club to educate students interested in engineering and manufacturing. Volunteers continued restoration efforts on Jamestown Street Railway Trolley Car #93. The Recovery Coach Program through the Mental Health Association provided support to 150 individuals battling addiction. The Ruth Lundin Environmental Internship Fund was created to support interns at the Jamestown Audubon Nature Center. The Walter E. Roode Memorial Scholarship was created to support Jamestown High School graduating seniors. July 18, 2016 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com 13 John D. Hamilton Community Service Award Dr. Len Faulk Jr. Axel W. Carlson “Unsung Hero” Award Jeri Yauchzy Jeri Yauchzy of Falconer was presented the 2015 Axel W. Carlson “Unsung Hero” Award during a reception at The Falcons Nest. Jeri was nominated for this award by Sue Seamans, Falconer Public Library director, because of her countless hours of selfless service to others in the Falconer community. Dr. Len Faulk Jr. of Jamestown was presented the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award during a banquet at Moon Brook Country Club. Dr. Faulk has dedicated a significant portion of his life to improving the quality of life for residents throughout the Chautauqua region with his involvement in a number of community organizations. 2015 Board of Directors Pictured from left: Ronald W. Kohl; Carol S. Hay; Peter M. Stark, Treasurer; Stephen J. Wright; Christy L. Brecht; Donald L. Butler, Vice-President; Jennifer L. Gibson, Past President; Pamela D. Noll, President; Rex E. McCray, Secretary; Dana A. Lundberg and Michael C. Bird. Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors Randall J. Sweeney Executive Director 14 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com CLASSIFIEDS classifieds@jamestowngazette.com July 18, 2016 Lakewood Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC is looking for: Fax: 716-338-1599 Phone: 716-484-7930 Dental Hygienist Dental assistant Receptionist Dr. Jan Carlson 8 hr/day M-TH Candidates need strong desire to provide pediatric-centered quality dental care. jancarlsondds@ gmail.com Seeking an Experienced Cook & Wait Staff Part Time • Reliable • References Apply In Person: Send resume to: Email Lori’s Kountry Kafe 880 Foote Ave., Jamestown, NY Physical Therapist/ Physical Therapy Assistant Part Time Zone Publishing Qualified candidates will have either a Physical Therapy License or Physical Therapy Assistant License in the state of New York in good standing. The candidate should possess skills, knowledge, experience in various conditions including orthopedic, musculoskeletal, neck/ back pain, neurological/ vestibular dysfunction. Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work well with providers and co-workers. LOCAL ADVERTISING SALES REP * NO OVER NIGHT TRAVEL * * 1ST YEAR POTENTIAL 35K TO 50K * EXPERIENCE PREFERRED BUT NOT NECESSARY SEND RESUME TO ZONEPUBLISHING@YAHOO.COM OR CALL 1-724-658-5959 Please apply at medicorassociates.com E.O.E. 1 Nurse + 1 Patient It’s that Simple LPNs/RNs IMMEDIATE OPENING Home Care Shifts available for Pediatric cases in Jamestown, Dunkirk, Olean, Ripley & Silver Creek PSA OFFERS: -Weekly Pay -Training & Supportive Staff -Flexible Schedules INTERvIEWS HELD IN yOuR AREA Mary Greaves 716-276-2123 • 800-350-4585 mgreaves@psahealthcare.com www.psahealthcare.com EOE Part-Time PCA Certified Staff New Vision Services is seeking certified part-time PCAs to provide assistance to individuals at home and in the community. New StartiNg wage: $10.45 per hour HIRING BONUS: $250 after working 100 hours! Positions available throughout Chautauqua County Part-time positions up to 28 hours per week all shifts available including 3rd Shift Send resume or complete an application: New Vision Services 92 Fairmount Avenue Jamestown, NY 14701 Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vet JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com CLASSIFIEDS July 18, 2016 INSTRUMENTS MISCELLANEOUS CHAINSAW: Jonsered 450. 45cc. Runs and cuts GREAT. $185.00 OBO. Call (716) 358-6374. COMPLETE LUDWIG DRUM SET: Stool, cymbals, stands, sticks. Great shape. $375. Call (716) 569-3910. HEARING AIDS: Used. Sparo model CE0120. $250. (716) 488-7132. PSS-270 YAMAHA TABLE TOP ORGAN: $200. Call (716) 488-7132 for more information $ HARDWARE & TOOLS COMPOUND MITER SAW: $59. Call (716) 488-9094. GAZETTE DEALS METAL CUT OFF SAW: $119. Please call (716) 488-9094 for more information. ANTIQUES RECIPROCATING SAW (DEWALT): $37. Call (716) 488-9094 for more information. ANTIQUE CROCKS: 2 Large 3 Small. Great condition. Only 1 has small crack. Only $150 for all. Firm. Please call (716) 487-1849. ANTIQUE STEAMER TRUNKS: $50 each. Call (716) 488-1291 for more information. SMALL WOODEN DOLL BED: With baby doll and clothes. $25. Please call (716) 487-1849. BOOKS / MUSIC / MOVIES MANY MOVIES: VHS Tapes. Only $1 each. Call (716) 450-6629. CLOTHES NEW CARHARTT OVERALLS: Size: 48x30. $30. Call (716) 4831969 for more information. STIHL MS270 50CC CHAINSAW: Runs and cuts great. $290.00 OBO. Call (716) 358-6374. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AIR CONDITIONER: Window type. Like new. $89. Call (716) 488-9094 for more info. BERKLINE MOTION SOFA-END RECLINERS: Blue fabric-oak trim. Good condition. $350 Please call (716) 665-3194. COOKTOP FRIGIDAIRE: White. 30 inch. 4 Electric coil. Never used. $199. Call (716) 488-1773. CONNECTORS FOR DRYERS, WASHERS, STOVE, ETC: $5 each. Please call (716) 488-1773. US MARINE CORP GREEN DRESS UNIFORM JACKET: $50. Please call (716) 488-1291 for more information. DINING SET: Wooden table, 4 chairs, buffet, hutch, all for $350. Delivery extra. Call 716-648-115 ELECTRONICS EARLY AMERICAN COUCH: 3 Pillows. Brown, tan, white. $100. (716) 708-9456. AT&T CELL PHONE: Works great. Asking $20. Call (716) 450-6629. FOR SALE: Good, clean, stereos, radio record players, speakers. $60 each. Firm. (814) 489-7409. MAGNAVOX STEREO: Wood floor model. AM-FM. 8-track. Record players. $60. Call (814) 489-7409. GARWIN HOLM GPS: $75. Please call (716) 488-7132 for more information. FRIGIDAIRE AIR CONDITIONER: Only 1 year old. LCD Readout with Remote Control $200.00 Call (716) 234-4027 FULL SIZE METAL BED FRAME: With large roller feet. $35. Please call (716) 386-5119 for more info. SHARP BRAND VIDEO CAMERA: Works great. $75. Please call (716) 450-6629 for more info. SUZUKI SP-37 KEYBOARD: Nice. For table top. $75. Please call (716) 487-1849 for more information. LARGE LOAD GAS DRYER: Works great (washer died). $190 OBO. Please call (716) 386-5119. WII GAMES KIT: Hook to your TV. Bowl, golf, and more. $75. Please call (716) 488-7132 for more info. LOVE SEAT: High End made in U.S.A. by Flexsteel Furniture. Print with neutral background, Excellent Condition, pet and smoke Free home. $375.00 Please call (716)664-9067. EXERCISE STEPPER: Excellent condition. $75. Call (716) 664-6654 for more info. NORDICTRACK E5VI ELLIPTICAL: 3 Folds up for compact storage. $300. Call 267-4549. HARDWARE & TOOLS 32 FOOT ALUMINUM EXTENTION LADDER: Wide Base. Extra Heavy Duty. Metallic Ladder. Contractor Type. $275.00 OBO. Call (716) 3586374 for more information. ANTIQUE RAILROAD JACK: Will lift most anything. $175 OBO. Please call (716) 358-6374 for more info. PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD HERE: E-mail classifieds@ jamestowngazette.com JEWELRY MAGESTIC FLIGHT EAGLE POCKET WATCH: Exclusive edition. Immaculate condition. $150. Please call 716-215-8710. LAWN & GARDEN 5HP ROTOTILLER: $50. Call (716) 488-0002 for more information. LAWN MOWER: Reel type push mower. Vintage. Cuts great. $75. Please call (716) 488-9094. LAWN TRACTOR: Jacobsen, heavy duty. Needs engine rebuilt. $100. Call (814) 489-7409 for more info. LAWN TRACTOR: Craftsman. 14HP. 42". Cuts clean. Serviced. Runs great. Asking $400. Call (814) 8998726 for more information. ROTO-HOE SHREDDER MODEL 800: Runs good. $250. Call (716) 664-5286 for more information. WANTED: Lawn tractors running or not. Please call (814) 899-8726. NEVER USED QUEEN BED SET: White, grey, aqua, floral along side. Paid $150 selling for $90. Please call (716) 397-3824. PATIO TABLE: With 4 chairs & cushions. Call (716) 665-3162 after 4p.m. TREADLE SEWING MACHINE: White. Brand name, with extras. $90 OBO. Call (716) 358-6374. WASHER: Top load, energy saver, many water & washing selections. Call (716) 708-6874 for more info. WHITE WICKER PORCH-PATIO SET: Settee, 2 chairs, cushions, coffee table. Good condition. $75. (716) 484-2109. SOFTUB SPA: Use indoor or outdoor. Excellent condition. $500. Call (716) 664-6654. MOTORCYLE & CAR ACCESSORIES FOR SALE: 1987 Dodge D150 P.U. 318ci auto 2wd. Asking $500 OBO. Please call (814) 779-0409 for more information. TAILGATE FOR CHEVY or GMC TRUCK: Excellent condition. 19891999. $90. Call (716)782-2083. PLANTS ELDERBERRY BUSHES: Instant orchard, mature. $10 each. Please call (716) 488-9094 for more info. SPORTS & OUTDOORS BINOCULARS: German Military Marine Steiner 7x50. $100. Call (716) 386-6131 for more info. FOR SALE: Raleigh English Sprite 5 speed collectors bike made in England. $75. Call 985-4622 for more information. FOR SALE: Boat anchor. $35. Call (716) 483-1969. KERO HEATER: Brand new. $50. Call (716) 488-0002 for more information. MUSKIE FISHING NET: $35. Call 483-1969. SNOW PLOWS: 7 foot 6 inch. 1 Meyers. 1 Fisher. $175.00 each OBO. Call (716) 358-6374. FREE UPRIGHT PIANO: Just come and get it. Call (716) 386-7397. KITCHEN BARSTOOLS: 2 solid oak swivel 24 inch barstools with backs. Won't fit under new counter. $65 for both. Call (716) 410-6200. FITNESS 15 TENT: 4-person. Instant pop up. New! $42. Call (716) 488-9094. MOTORCOACH DRIVERS Immediate employment opportunities Full-time & part-time drivers to operate routes from Jamestown to Buffalo & Olean, and from Olean to Buffalo Fredonia area Part-time driver for Friday & Saturday work Must have a commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement & commercial driving experience. For details & to apply call 724-282-1000. Ask for Fred or Mike. E.O.E. AUCTIONS Nouveau Salon Moving AUCTION Beauty Salon Equip & More Sat • July 30 • 10:07 AM 1 West 4th St., Jamestown, NY Nouveau Salon and Boutique is moving up the street into a new facility w/all new equipment and furnishings. We are liquidating , to the bare walls, all of their existing equipment, furnishings and a selection of gift items. SaLoN EquiPMENt: (all in very good condition) workstations incl: roll away carts/ hyd chairs/ mirrors; pedicure spa; dryer chairs; back wash bar w/ sinks/chairs; hyd facial bed; manicure table; receptionist desk; facial steamer; towel warmer; nail dryer; portable massage table; vintage manicure table and much more.. FurNiturE/FixturES: sofa; chairs; rattan tables; mirrors; table lamps; Baker’s racks; cabinets; shelves; credenza; mirrors and more.... uNuSuaLS: Victorian style high back bed; slag glass & vintage hanging lamp; collection of vintage hardware MiSc.: several lg Pella windows/French doors; JVC receiver/ disc player; GE washer; walls of kitchen cabinets & more... NotE: Absentee bids accepted tErMS: 10 % Buyers Premium Cash or check w/ ID VISA/MC Pics & Listing: www.ludwigauction.com (716) 640-1307 (716) 664-1020 16 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com July 18, 2016 Reunion of the Descendants of Elder John White and Giles and Sarah Dodd White Article Contributed by Cecile Wilson The descendents of Elder John White, founder of Hartford, CT and Giles and Sarah Dodd White will meet on Sunday, July 31 at College Park on Curtis St. Ext., Jamestown, NY ( just beyond the JCC Phys. Ed. Complex). Members are asked to bring a dish to pass, their own table service and a beverage. After dinner at 1p.m., a business meeting, a white elephant auction and 50/50 drawing will be held. PLEASE notify other family members of the reunion and the importance of their attendance as we will be discussing the future of the reunion. If you need directions, etc., please contact Cecile Wilson at (716) 483-0101 or email: cecilewj@aol.com Chautauqua County Counselors Association Awards Scholarships Article Contributed by Jamestown Community College participated as the student director of the Clymer community musical. This past winter she volunteered with the Special Olympics, which solidified her desire to major in special education. The Chautauqua County Counselors Association recently awarded their annual scholarships to Rebecca King and Owen Richter. The CCCA Scholarships are presented to outstanding students who will be pursuing a degree in a counseling related field. Rebecca will be attending Mercyhurst University in the fall where she will major in Early Childhood Education (PreK-4) and Special Education (K-8). Rebecca is very excited to start college in the fall. ONE OF OUR OWN Jeffrey Bloomquist over the country now pitch in to help local high schoolers — who must be enrolled in a history class — go to college. Carlson, who went on to become one of Jamestown’s longest-serving mayors. Though Bloomquist never ran for public office again, his community values have stayed consistent since his campaign. His passion for U.S. history began at a young age. “I had rheumatic fever as a kid. For three years I was laid up, but I did a lot of reading. A lot of history books, regular books, and of course all the books [my teachers] sent me.” “My theory is you keep the hospital, you keep the police force, you keep the fire department and education. Those are the most important things in a community. You don’t cut [funding for] them.” Still a voracious reader, Bloomquist turned to writing as a way of sharing his story. His current project, My Journey Back from Vietnam, describes experiences faced by members of his unit during the Vietnam War. The Ironman World Championship, an annual triathlon held in Hawaii, involves the traditional events: swimming, running and biking. Bloomquist, an avid marathon runner and overall athlete, participated twice. After returning home in 1983 he began to experience strange symptoms: dizziness, a cough, weight loss, and pain in his left leg. Continued from Front He had bone cancer. After months of excruciating joint and bone pain, Bloomquist had to consider the possibility of amputation. Instead he decided on a nine-hour surgery that saved his leg. Owen Richter was this year’s Salutatorian at Pine Valley Central Jeffrey Bloomquist as Abraham Lincoln. Though he wears an Army cap decorated with pins, Bloomquist glossed over the eight awards and medals he received while serving in the Army during the Vietnam War. He served from 1969 to 1971 as a cook and a medic. Rebecca King Owen Richter Rebecca King, daughter of Irvin and Julia King was named Clymer Central School’s valedictorian. She graduated with an Advanced Regents Diploma with Honors. Rebecca was the recipient of the Rensselaer Medal Scholarship. She was also named the 2015 JCC College Connections Student of the Year. Rebecca is a member of the National Honor Society and is an Academic Excellence recipient. School. Owen is the son of Patrick and Fatima Richter. Owen was the President of the Drama Club and a member for the past nine years. He was Secretary of the High School Band and a member of the National Honor Society. As a senior, Owen was the lead in the school play “The Giver” and wrote and performed the homecoming cheer. He has received the Elmira College “Key Award” and the President’s Award. In his free time, Owen can be found in band practice with “The Midroom Drifters” and composing original pieces of music. At Clymer Central School, Rebecca was a member of the cross country, basketball, volleyball and track and field teams. In cross country, she qualified for the state meet as a 9th grader. In basketball, she was appointed team captain, a 1st team all-star and twice named most valuable player. Rebecca qualified for several sectional meets and went on to earn sectional patches in track and field. Rebecca is also a member of SADD. Outside of school, Rebecca is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, AFS, Impact and Teens on Fire Youth Group. She has also Owen will be attending Elmira College or SUNY Fredonia with a double major in Psychology and Music. He would like to thank all of his friends and family for pushing him to work as hard as possible. The mission of the Chautauqua County Counselors Association is to advance the welfare and interests of our area students and to improve and to offer professional development for the members. His one regret is that he was not allowed to bring his helmet home. “It had more than 35 abrasions on it where it saved my life,” he said. Days in Vietnam involved hanging out of moving helicopters while dodging the remnants of explosions, flying shrapnel. He had to comb the shards of shrapnel out of his hair, and occasionally scalp, on many nights. While overseas he was confronted with a Vietnamese woman who had been struggling for 12 hours to give birth to a breeched baby. A nervous Bloomquist stepped in to perform his first and only delivery. “When I was leaving Vietnam, I went back through the village, and they were doing good,” he said. Rocky Bleier, former Pittsburg Steelers halfback, received a serious leg wound while in Vietnam, and luckily Bloomquist was nearby. Bloomquist did not hesitate to literally give the shirt off his back to a fellow citizen. “I wrapped his leg with my shirt and tied it up with the sleeves,” he said. On a less dramatic note, Bloomquist still loves to cook, and offered to bring homemade pizza to the Gazette office to prove his skills. In 1977 he ran for mayor against Steven Only two months later he began training for the Cleveland Revco Marathon, where he completed 21 of 26.2 miles. Shortly afterward he placed 15th in a half marathon, and he has continued to run ever since. Unfortunately, his fight was not over. Bloomquist battled five types of cancer, but persisted in his running career. He has participated in local Relay For Life events for 22 years. Each year he enters himself as a one-man team, and raises money by sending letters to local businesses, neighbors and contacts in many states. His personal Relay record is 87 miles in one day. Bloomquist has raised more than $100,000 for cancer research. This year alone he raised $3,638, and hopes to raise a grand total of $150,000 by 2019. And the money raised helps real people and their families. “All the money stays here to work with patients here,” he said. In addition to fundraising, Bloomquist takes classes and workshops at Roswell Park to better understand cancer. He communicates with the chemists at Roswell, lets them know how crucial they are to the medical industry, and encourages them to persevere in finding a cure. Injection treatments, a lessinvasive alternative to radiation and chemotherapy, seem to be a step toward this goal. Bloomquist’s main concern is that people keep supporting the campaign for the continuation of cancer research funding. “You never know when it’s going to hit your family,” he said. “You can’t take things with you and you can’t take anything for granted.” The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation is located at 418 Spring Street. Stop by or contact them at 716488-0387 to donate to the Bloomquist History Scholarship or any number of other funds dedicated to helping the Jamestown-area community. JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com July 18, 2016 70th Anniversary of the Formation of the French Creek Yorkers in Sherman Article Contributed by Sherman Historical Society The Sherman Historical Society is planning for the 70th Anniversary of the formation of the French Creek Yorkers in Sherman. This reunion will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the Yorker Museum and will be a celebration of local history as well as an event to honor past Yorker members and their leaders. The welcoming ceremony will be at 11a.m. A 12:30 ceremony will celebrate preserving history and the final ceremony at 2p.m. will honor the Yorkers, their leaders, and community members who figured prominently in the establishment of the Yorker Museum. We will also recognize those who continue working to ensure Sherman history, traditions and culture are preserved. Between the three short ceremonies, there will be demonstrations of historical crafts, horse and wagon rides, an antique engine display, lemonade and popcorn available, music playing and a reunion circle where you can renew friendships and share stories. This event is not just for former Yorkers, but it is an opportunity to check out the Yorker Museum, enjoy good music, and get a sense of what small town living is all about now and in the past. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come to the Yorker Museum on Saturday, August 6 any time between 11 and 4 to enjoy the festivities and celebrate Sherman area history. 4th Annual Mel Perks Motorcycle Run Scheduled for July 30 Article Contributed by Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care The Mel Perks Motorcycle Run to benefit Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care will take place Saturday, July 30th at The Pad Restaurant, 1064 Route 394, Kennedy, NY. One of the most popular motorcycle runs in the area, the Mel Perks Run has raised over $25,000 to date for CHPC. Registration for the run will start at 10am the day of the event with kickstands up at 11:00am. Free will donations will be accepted as registration fees for the ride. The day's schedule will also include a Chicken BBQ beginning at Noon and a live auction conducted by Himes Auction Company at 2pm. Several valuable items have been donated to the auction this year, including 4 tickets to see the Pirates play in Pittsburgh, as well as 4 tickets to a Buffalo Sabres home game. The event will also feature raffles and a Chinese auction. Live music will be provided from 3 to 7pm by the band "Steel Horse". The event is not just for motorcycle riders. Great music, prizes and food make it a fun Saturday afternoon for all adults. This will be the fourth annual benefit coordinated by Pad owners, Al and Patty Sutter in memory of their friend, who died in 2012, after a brief illness. Perks was a U.S. Army veteran who served in Vietnam. He was employed by the former Jamestown Sterlingworth for 20 years, where he retired as plant manager. He later owned the Frewsburg News Room and Mel's Place in Falconer. His friends and family, who also assist with the coordination of the event each year, choose to donate the proceeds from the memorial to Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care in appreciation for the care and support that he received from the agency during his illness. Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care helps individuals and their families who are dealing with life limiting and terminal illnesses. Their team-based approach helps those individuals live to the fullest extent possible until the end of life. For more information about their programs contact the Lakewood office at 716-338-0033. 17 New Ownership of Airline Serving Jamestown to Change Name, Add More Aircraft Article Contributed by Southern Airways Express Southern Airways Express, the new parent company of Sun Air Express, a commuter airline that has been servicing The Greater Chautauqua - Jamestown Airport Robert H. Jackson Field since November 1, 2014, announces the retirement of the Sun Air Express brand in the Mid-Atlantic region. The rebranding ceremony taking place at the airport on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at 5:00 p.m., is the sixth and final ceremony in the series of Southern Airways rebranding events held across the region this season; accordingly, Jamestown’s event will mark the official retirement of the Sun Air brand. “Southern Airways is so proud to be Jamestown’s airline. From our founding, it has been our company’s mission to provide safe and affordable air service with a customercentered mentality that is unmatched in the industry. Whether you're a frequent flier or someone who's never been to the airport before, I hope you'll come out on Tuesday the 19th and enjoy some Southern hospitality,” said Stan Little, Chairman and CEO of Southern Airways. The event is open to the public and will feature a welcome reception, a tour of one of the new aircraft, live entertainment, and a “meet-andgreet” with Southern pilots, staff, and executives. A brief press conference announcing the new branding and the new Summer schedule will be followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “Chautauqua County is uniquely privileged by the new arrival of Southern Airways. Jamestown has the special distinction of being Southern’s very first airport for service in the entire state of New York. As Southern Airways continues to expand in the region, Jamestown will always have the honor of being its first location in the Empire State,” said Bill Tucker, Chautauqua County’s Manager of Airports and Parks. “We couldn’t be happier about the boost to our local economy and the improved quality of service for the area’s families, vacationers, and business fliers that Southern is bringing via our airport.” Sun Air currently flies four non-stop flights per day from Jamestown to Pittsburgh, where passengers can connect to over 50 destinations on 12 different air carriers. In addition to Jamestown, Sun serves the Pennsylvania communities of Altoona, Bradford, Franklin, and Lancaster, as well as Hagerstown, Maryland. For more information on the reception, contact Southern's Call Center at 1-800-329-0485. For more information on Southern Airways, or to arrange an interview, contact Southern’s Manager of Communications and Media Relations, Arthur Randallson: e-mail: a.randallson@iFlySouthern.com cell: 901-674-0100. 18 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com COMMUNITY Hazeltine Library Enhances Summer Reading JPS Announces Appointment of Jefferson Middle School Principal Article Contributed by Jamestown Public Schools Jamestown Public Schools announced the appointment of Chad Bongiovanni as the new Jefferson Middle School principal at a recent Board of Education meeting. Mr. Bongiovanni was most recently the assistant principal at Jefferson Middle School. Article Contributed by Community Foundation The Hazeltine Public Library in Busti makes children’s summer reading a priority and with grant funding from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, staff was able to purchase over 100 new books, including popular fiction, non-fiction, awardwinning, and baby books. Some of the older, most popular selections were replaced, as well. Jonah and Sophia excitedly share some of the new books with librarian, Elizabeth Gruber. Community Helping Hands Celebrates 15th Anniversary Article Contributed by Community Helping Hands On Friday, August 12 a local, faithbased community organization will celebrate its 15th Anniversary with a Family Fun Block Party at the Gateway Center, 31 Water Street, in Jamestown. The entire community is invited to the Community Helping Hands Celebration from 1-3pm, which is cosponsored by the Chautauqua Center Family Fun Days. There will be an outdoor BBQ, bounce houses for kids, snow cones by Conduit Ministries, tours of the building, live music by local youth worship bands local community organization vendors and a backpack/ school supplies giveaways. Local leaders, such as Mayor Sam Teresi, will be in attendance, as well as current and former board members, volunteers and staff. Stores are open all day. There will be a brief program at 2pm in the Cafe on the second floor, to acknowledge and thank all who have made the last 15 years possible. Community Helping Hands helps meet emergency needs for clothing, household items and furniture through its thrift store, which is open to the public. In 2015, the organization gave away over $96,000 worth of gently used goods, and works with over 20 agencies, organizations and churches who refer people in need. CHH does not rely on government funding for support and uses its small thrift store to help those on public assistance gain valuable work experience and skill building to make them more employable. The non-profit also manages the Gateway Center—a formerly abandoned factory building that has been repurposed as a community center that houses organizations who help those in need—as well as operating the Family and Youth Center on the second floor (which includes Laser Tag, an indoor skate/bmx park, cafe and—most recently—batting cages). Considering its small start in 2001 at an old warehouse in Falconer by a group of pastors and community leaders, much has happened in 15 years! Community Helping Hands was originally a vision of Gary Lynn, founder of the Lynn Development Group and local philanthropist. Through much community support, volunteer work, partnerships with other organizations and churches, such as the Allegheny Region Mission, the organization has grown and developed over the years. It's continuing mission to give "a hand up" has sustained it over the last 15 years and continues to be the guiding force in its vision for the future. In celebration of their 15th year, Community Helping Hands is looking for fifty people to donate $15 per week to be "part of the local solution" and expand their capacity to help those in need. For more information about Community Helping Hands, the anniversary celebration or becoming a 50@15 donor, please visit chhny.org or call (716) 487-1488. July 18, 2016 “We are thrilled that Mr. Bongiovanni accepted the position as principal at Jefferson Middle School,” said JPS Superintendent Tim O. Mains. “Mr. Bongiovanni has built a fantastic working relationship with the staff and students at Jefferson Middle School during his time as assistant principal, which will make for a seamless transition at the start of the school year. His extensive educational experiences will benefit Jefferson Middle School to help positively impact student learning.” As assistant principal, Mr. Bongiovanni gained ample experience in all areas of building leadership. In addition to his assistant principal duties at Jefferson Middle School, Mr. Bongiovanni was also the lead evaluator for 27 teachers, DTSDE Review Team member, Shared Decision Making Team member, Child Study Team member and Character Education Team member. "I am delighted and honored to become the next principal at Jefferson Middle School,” said Mr. Bongiovanni. “I have previously served Jamestown Public Schools as a teacher at Love Elementary School, a district-wide instructional coach and an assistant principal at Jefferson Middle School. I am fortunate to be able to stay at Jefferson Middle School and continue to work with such a talented group of students as well as a gifted, skillful and dedicated teaching and support staff. It is my task to ensure that Jefferson Middle School will have a relentless vision for growing our students academically, socially and emotionally. We will strive to prepare our students to succeed at Jamestown High School and beyond. I would like to thank my parents, Anthony and Ann, for their guidance in becoming the person, husband and father I am today; my wife, Danielle, for her constant understanding and support at home; and the Jamestown Public Schools, for all of the opportunities they have given me to become a leader and for their continued support and confidence in me. I feel truly blessed and grateful to be named the new principal at Jefferson Middle School." Prior to becoming assistant principal at Jefferson Middle School, Mr. Bongiovanni was the district-wide instructional coach travelling between six buildings and collaborating with educators in 3rd through 8th grades. As a general education teacher at Love Elementary School, Mr. Bongiovanni taught 2nd to 4th grades. Mr. Bongiovanni received his bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education & Students with Disabilities at the University of Charleston. He received his master’s degree in Literacy Education and a Certificate of Advanced Study: School Building Leader from the State University of New York at Fredonia. He also has his NYS Professional Certification in Literacy Education, Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities. Chad Bongiovanni Jefferson Middle School principal Mr. Bongiovanni is very involved in the community including: Jamestown Public School’s Strategic Planning Committee, College Baseball Umpire’s Association, Chautauqua County Baseball Umpire’s Association – Section VI, Southwestern Chapter of Football Officials – Section VI and Chautauqua County Basketball Official’s Association – Section VI. At tonight’s meeting, the Board of Education also approved the appointment of Carol Smith as the new Jefferson Middle School assistant principal and Tom Langworthy as the new Jamestown High School and Tech Academy assistant principal. Ms. Smith has over 15 years educational administration experience including most recently as assistant principal at Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy in Buffalo, NY and elementary principal at Community Charter School in Buffalo, NY. Mr. Langworthy has 12 years experience with the Jamestown Public Schools having served as a special education teacher, an elementary teacher and head coach of our state championship varsity football team. JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com COMMUNITY COMMUNITY July 18, 2016 Infinity Seeks Volunteers & Sound Engineers for 13th Annual Local Music Showcase Article Contributed by Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Inc. Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Inc. is calling all volunteers and Sound Engineers to assist in the 13th Annual Local Music Showcase. Local Music Showcase is an annual event hosted to raise much needed funding for music and arts instruction at the Infinity Center. The fundraiser, which is held throughout Downtown Jamestown, will take place on Saturday, September 10, 2016. Over 50 local bands and musicians donate their time each year to help Infinity and 13 local venues will donate their space for the cause! To apply for a volunteer position please visit http:// infinityperformingarts.org/about/ donate/local-music-showcase For more information about volunteer opportunities, contact Sharon Roberts by emailing Sharon@infinityperformingarts. org. About Infinity Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Inc. is dedicated to building the resiliency of our community's youth by providing unique opportunities through access to the arts. More than a place, more than a program, Infinity is a chance for youth to become immersed in arts and learning, to take creative risks, and to discover their infinite potential. To learn more or to donate, visit www.infinityperformingarts.org 19 Horrigan Goes Fishing with Essay Contest Grand Prize Winner Article Contributed by Office of the Chautauqua County Executive “I congratulate the teachers and thank the Chautauqua County Sports Fishery Advisory Board for its dedication to the fishing essay contest and to the promotion of sport fishing across Chautauqua County.” Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan recently traveled to Chautauqua Marina to go fishing with one of the two grand prize winners of the Chautauqua County Sports Fishery Advisory Board’s 24th Annual Fishing Essay Contest. Natalie Dossey, a third grader from Sinclairville Elementary School, and Alexander Haywood, a sixth grader from Washington Middle School, won the opportunity to go fishing with Horrigan after their essays were selected out of 318 well-written and thoughtful entries from 13 different schools across Chautauqua County. Haywood was unable to attend the fishing trip, but joining Horrigan and Dossey were Nathan Dossey, Natalie’s father; Dan Heitzenrater, Executive Assistant; and Craig Robbins, Chautauqua County Sports Fishing and Hunting Director and Chautauqua County Sports Fishery Advisory Board Member. Robbins volunteered his professional guide services for the day’s twohour excursion and Ken Shearer, owner of Chautauqua Marina, contributed to the event by providing a boat for the trip. The Fishing Essay Contest gave students across Chautauqua County in third through sixth grades the opportunity to recall their fun fishing memories as they wrote about who they would like to fish with and why. This year the board selected 57 winners who all received fishing poles and certificates. From this group of winners, the County Executive then selected the two grand prize winners to go on a fishing trip. Winners for this year’s contest were for third grade: Mya Carmona and Makenzie Land, Dunkirk School #3; Katrina Schrantz, H.C. Fenner Elementary School; and Darrien Allen, Hannah Anthony, Jeramiah Brewer, Ava Burridge, Paige Dellahoy, Annaleesa Diabo, Kara Fote, Aliyah Hopkins, Dennis Odebralski, Mathew Runge, Sophia Semyenova, Aiden Test, and Bradley Windnagle, Sinclairville Elementary School. For fourth grade: Darieliz Dejesus, Bryan Thurston, and Samya Valle, Dunkirk School #3; Molly DiCara, Amelia Gates, and Quincy Tyrone Hester, Dunkirk School #5; Maive Leverentz, Pine Valley Central School; and Brayden Booth, Haleigh Cooper, Sharayah Fuller, Corinne Hovey, Kylie Morgan, and Harlee Morse; Panama Central School. For fifth grade: LaNina Caron and Jack Whitaker, Brocton Central School; Emerson Bramer, Greta Frerichs, Emma Putney, and Willa Ruckman, Fredonia Middle School; Madeline Bailey, Dani Krenzer and Abigail Sweeney, H.C. Fenner Elementary School; Julian Dipalma and Madison Valvo, Northern Chautauqua Catholic School; and Spencer Frary and Mackenzie Greene, Panama Central School. For sixth grade: Zachary Week of 7/18/1 Davidson, Noah Tarbell, and Lee Waller, Fredonia Middle School; Conner Burham, Skyla Firster, Landyn Moore, Kenna Peck, and Kyle Ryan, Panama Central School; and Siena DeAngelo, Cecelia Eklum, Bailey FainWeaver, Danajah Mcgaughy, and Gabriel Mastrosimane, Washington Middle School. A grand prize winner of the 2016 Fishing Essay ContestDifficulty goes : Easy fishing with the County Executive. Back row (L to R): Craig Robbins, The Chautauqua County Chautauqua County Sports Fishing and Hunting Director and Sports Fishery Advisory Chautauqua County Sports Fishery Advisory Board Member; Nathan Board has developed the Dossey; Vince Horrigan, Chautauqua County Executive; and front essay contest to promote row: Natalie Dossey, one of the grand prize winners of the contest. In May, the County Executive joined Sports Fishery Advisory Board Chairman Zen Olow; sports fishery advisory board members; and county legislators at their local school districts to deliver certificates to students who participated. Teachers and principals also received fishing flies made by Week 7/24/16 kids and adults at of the7/18/16 Northern-Chautauqua Conservation Club in Dunkirk through the Kids on the Fly Program. “Each year I am so impressed with the high quality of the fishing essays submitted by Chautauqua County students,” said Horrigan. awareness of Chautauqua County’s ecology, the factors that influence it, and the role each student plays in maintaining its quality in the future. This year’s contest was sponsored by the County Executive’s Office, County Legislature, and a majority of the prizes were funded through the support of theNorthern Chautauqua Community Foundation, Chautauqua County Federation of Sportsmens Clubs Inc., and Lake Erie Management Council. The contest has been held annually since 1992, with no essay being held in 2000. Copyright 2016 by The Puzzle Syndicate PUZZLE SOLUTIONS Solution to Crossword: PLACE YOUR AD HERE (716) 484-4155 If you need help with your ad, please call 9am - 4pm Tuesday-Friday. All ads are subject to review and deadlines. Line Ads Deadline: Thursdays at 5pm Display Deadline: Friday noon Gazette Deals Deadline: Thursday 5pm Realtor Open House Deadline: Friday Noon For Bold or Display Ad, contact our office at (716) 484-4155 or email classifieds@ jamestowngazette.com G L O P A U R A N O N E O V E R S T A L E M A T E S L A N G T A B O O R U L E R P E T O P W E E N L T L A S T U T R E E L Y A C R E G R I S T C L R E E P P E E N L A B C U E M L A C T E A L E P I T O M E O W V E A L D A T U E N C A L L E B U B M I I N N D C I R E C A L R E T H E C C H L O A N A F T A D O R E L O V E R F L E E T P A L A T A B L E O P U S L O B E P L A N T E X T Solution to Sudoku COMMUNITY 20 Local Dairy Royalty Crowns New Princess JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com Article Contributed by Chautauqua County Dairy Promotion Committee Recently the Chautauqua County dairy community passed their promotional torch yet again, as 2015-16 Chautauqua County Dairy Princess, Madison Woodis, of Dewittville, NY crowned a new Dairy Princess, Joyce Wiltsie of Frewsburg, NY. This event was held at the Bemus Point United Methodist Church, and was attended by a small crowd of the local dairy industry’s distinguished representatives. The Chautauqua County Dairy Princess Pageant is an annual event, held in conjunction with the national June Dairy Month celebrations. Joyce is the 16-year-old daughter of Randy and Jill Wiltsie of Frewsburg. Her family lease cattle from William Kane, and their milk ships through Dean Foods. Joyce is an honor student and coaches award recipient at Frewsburg Central School, where she also participates in Leo Club, track, cross country and basketball. She is active in the Frewsburg Hayseeds 4-H club and a member of the Junior Holstein Club. Guests enjoyed a buffet dinner, catered by Debbie Stearns of Classic Occasions. As outgoing princess, Madison spoke on her experiences in the past year. As the incumbent princess, Joyce followed with a speech promoting consumption of dairy products as part of a healthy diet. Members of the ambassador court served cake just before the coronation ceremony. Having served since she was five years old, Joyce July 18, 2016 may be the most experienced ambassador ever to be crowned princess. She follows in the footsteps of her sister, Roxanne Wiltsie Kelly, who served as the 2005 Chautauqua County Dairy Princess. Joyce’s year is already off to an active start. “I am looking forward to the Chautauqua County Fair and getting more people interested in becoming princess,” Joyce shared. “We are a fun group and are excited to promote dairy in the future and we always try to get more people to join our (ambassador) group.” The efforts of the committee to grow the ambassador court have been largely successful. Last year, the group claimed 12 ambassadors, and were informed they may be the largest group in the state of New York. This year, the court boasts 16 ambassadors, ranging in age from six to 14. Jasmine, Jessica and Jocelyn Estabrook are the daughters of Jim and Jennifer Estabrook of Frewsburg. Their family owns and operates J-High Acres. Autumn Gregory is the daughter of David and Heather Gregory of Forestville. They live next door to their family’s farm, Halocrest Holsteins. Ashley Haskins is the daughter of Jodi Rice, and the granddaughter of Lewis and Myrna Rice. They own and operate a Holstein dairy farm in Ellington. Tesika Kilmer is the daughter of RoJan Kilmer and Andrew Ostrom of Kennedy, and Aaron Kilmer of Orchard Park. She owns registered Brown Swiss dairy cattle that she shows at the Delaware County Fair. Katelyn Miller is the daughter of Jeff and Jennifer Miller of Cherry Creek. She and her brother, Andrew, are integral to the daily operations of their family’s farm. LynnDee Nagel is the daughter of Gwen and Jason Nagel. Her family has Jerseys, Holsteins, Brown Swiss, Milking Shorthorns and Dutchbelt dairy cattle. Miranda Nickerson is the daughter of Bart and Julie Nickerson, of Corry, PA. She is sponsored to the Chautauqua County program by Nickerson Farms of Clymer and Reliance Dairy of Sherman. Sadie Steward is the daughter of Ken and Lori Steward. Their family owns and operates a dairy farm in Kennedy. Leighanne Swan is the daughter of Jason and Jamie Swan. Leighanne is partial to Linebacks, especially her red and white one named “Applejack.” Erma Jean Wolcott is the daughter of Greg and Kathy Wolcott of Mayville. She lives on a dairy farm and started showing Holsteins and Jerseys as a Cloverbud. Ella Woodis is the daughter of Chris Woodis and Erin Allard of Mayville. She loves spending time with her cousins at their dairy farm. Evangeline, Lily and Sophia are the daughters of Michael and Heather Woodis of Dewittville. They are active participants in their family’s dairy farm. her message to get three servings of dairy every day. “My sister’s a teacher and she always talks about how kids who don’t drink milk have weaker bones,” Joyce explained.” Kids especially need dairy “to build strong bones and teeth and if they ever break a bone, the healing process is faster.” The Chautauqua County Dairy Princess Program is made possible through the support of the American Dairy Association and Dairy Council: the local planning and management organization funded by dairy farmer check-off dollars. Those interested in having the princess and her court participate in a community event to help promote dairy may call Heather Woodis, Booking Chairperson, at 753-2112. Though the present court is large, the program is in search of new members, according to Heather Gregory, current committee chairperson. “Every year since 1963, Chautauqua County has been home to an active dairy princess. It is our sincere hope that 2017 is not the year that breaks this proud tradition. Our princess must be between 16 and 24 years of age and have a connection to, or sponsorship of a member of the dairy industry. Presently, we do not have any 15-yearold ambassadors on the court.” Heather says the search is on! “We hope to hear from anyone who can suggest possible princess candidates for next year. This program supports the dairy industry and also provides a unique opportunity for industry youth to grow their communications and public relations skills.” This year’s princess already knows growing her skills is vital, as she stresses the importance of ON BUSINESS Article Contributed by Emily Wynne Storer’s Container Herb Storer, owner of Storer’s Container Service, carved out a niche and created a successful locally-owned family business that serves the community by managing waste disposal. “Herb is an entrepreneur. He’s been an entrepreneur since he was a kid. He started working with his father when he was 12 years old,” his wife, Christine, said. Fast forward a few decades, and father and son were still working as a team doing railroad site work. Herb also worked in the food manufacturing industry, but over time he realized there was something missing. “There was a need … for waste disposal that involved composting,” Christine said. Herb fleshed out the idea of providing waste solutions, and in 1987 Herb’s father, Albert Storer, bought a truck and seven roll-off boxes and started Storer’s Container Services. (L to R): Three generations, Moriah, Christine, Elli, work in the office together along with Granite. Herb Storer, owner of Storer's Container Service, uses an excavator to fill a truck. (L to R): Moriah, Herb, Christine and Adam Storer. Herb and Christine Storer's granddaughter, Elli, shows off a container. In 1996 Herb bought the company from his father, and “it just keeps growing,” Christine said. The business has since grown to serve 650 regular customers in three counties. They have more than 800 waste containers. These boxes come in many sizes to serve residential to commercial customers on a regular or as-needed basis. The Storer family grew along with the business. Herb and Christine’s children, Adam and Moriah, now both work for the company. “We all pitch in,” Christine said. Moriah’s eight-year-old daughter, Elli, helps out around the office in the summer. “I can do invoices. I stuff them in the envelopes,” she added. One of Storer’s many services involves strictly foodbased waste removal from food manufacturers. Many people compost at home: they collect kitchen or yard scraps in a bin or heap, provide a balance of moisture and air, and wait for the waste to turn into nutrient-rich soil. “The food waste [we collect] doesn’t go to a landfill. It’s primarily used as a source of fertilizer,” Christine said. As food composts it releases nutrients, and eventually becomes humus, a plant-based type of soil perfect for growing. Local farmers spread this composting food on fields to revitalize the soil. Some of the food waste collected by Storer’s goes to an anaerobic digester. The process of anaerobic digestion occurs when microorganisms break down carbon-based material. Though anaerobic digestion happens naturally, it can be harnessed to create renewable energy. can be challenging. “I’m a small business, and I want to encourage other small businesses,” Christine said. In addition to preparing various worksites, the business provides aggregates — stone, gravel, sand — and “the best topsoil in town.” Excellent customer service is a priority for Storer’s employees. “We know all of our customers by name … and we are flexible with customers’ needs,” Christine said. If any of Storer’s customers “have a community event or a small business, we offer them the opportunity to put a single-page flyer into our invoices to help circulate [their] advertising.” “You put down our soil, then the seeds, then flowers grow,” Elli said, while petting the family’s Bernese Mountain Dog, Granite. At least one person is responsible for fielding phone calls from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day at Storer’s office in Stockton, NY. This simplifies the customer’s experience and reduces time spent waiting on hold or for a return call. Storer’s accommodates lastminute waste removal emergencies, and has less than a 24-hour turnaround on requests. Community involvement is important to the Storers. Elli plays soccer in the Cassadaga Valley Youth Soccer League. Her grey jersey was paid for by Storer’s Container Service, a proud sponsor of the Storer’s Cyclones team. Storer’s also sponsors a team for Cassadaga Valley Midget Football. The Storer family knows that being an entrepreneur Storer Excavating and Trucking, Inc. began in 1998. This division of the family business does site work. For more information on either Storer’s Container Service or Storer Excavating and Trucking, call 716-595-3186 or visit their website at www. storerscontainer.com. To read more of Emily Wynne’s creative and informative contributions to the Jamestown Gazette, please go to www.jamestowngazette.com and click on the picture to search our archives for more of the stories you want to read. JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com COMMUNITY FOOD & DINING July 18, 2016 21 The Restaurant CONNECTION 1 LARGE PIZZA (with 1 topping) Plus 20 WINGS Only 22 $ 75 (includes tax) 902 East 2nd St., Jamestown, NY 14701 (716) 484-0600 Dinner Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 4:00-10:00, Fri. & Sat. 4:00-11:30 Lunch Hours: Wed.-Fri. 11:00-1:30 WANTED MEXICAN FOOD LOVERS! MONDAY All Day: 3 Hard Tacos for $3.25 TUESDAY All Day: Margaritaville fo $2.99 w/Food Purchase $2.00 OFF Fajita Dinners WEDNESDAY • Breakfast served all day • All Day: Mexican Revolution 2 Dinners for $15.00 THURSDAY Family Night: 4 to 10 pm 1/2 Price Kids Meals & Pitchers of Pop w/Purchase of Any Dinner Entree FRIDAY Prime Rib All Day: Cantina Fiesta! Pitchers of Pop, Beer, Sangria Coolers $3.99 to $6.99 w/Food Purchase SATURDAY Margarita Pitchers $10.99 Any Flavor w/Food Purchase OPEN: Mon-Thurs 11 am to 10 pm Fri & Sat 11 am to 11 pm Closed Sun 3 Main St. 203 EAST THIRD ST. JAMESTOWN 488-0226 DEALER SHOWCASE Abers Acres: Fresh and Table Ready Article Contributed by Emily Wynne “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy local, and that’s kind of the same thing” a handmade sign at the Abers Acres farm stand proclaims. Abers Acres, owned by John and Sue Abers, has provided local residents, restaurants and Wegmans supermarkets with produce since 1984. “We specialize in the fruits like strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, but we also grow a lot of vegetables like tomatoes and sweet corn,” Abers said. Sweet corn will be at its peak starting this week, so be sure to stop by for a few fresh ears. but when Adam came back from college he was very interested in [going organic], so we went ahead and took the plunge.” Though the farm stands close in October, Abers Acres runs all year round. A Sales Room right in John and Sue’s house provides late fall crops such as apples, squash, onions and potatoes. The hardier vegetables are sold all winter, along with maple syrup, honey and frozen hand-picked berries. Though people often associate the word “organic” with less desirable produce, this isn’t true. The produce may be slightly smaller, but tends to have more tender flesh and vibrant flavor. “We want to make sure to keep the younger generation interested in farming, and [they are] interested in the organic,” Abers said. This is evident through the social-media-driven UglyFruitAndVeg Campaign that celebrates non-perfect fruits and vegetables in an effort to eliminate waste associated with supermarket cosmetic standards. “We don’t throw out anything,” Abers said. She followed up by saying that small blemishes function as an informal John Abers, co-owner of Abers Acres. But Sue always finds time to help weed and pick. “Taking care of the plants is the part I really enjoy,” Abers said. CSA, or Community Supported Agriculture, gives consumers the opportunity to buy small shares of a farmer’s product. Each week the consumer receives a bag containing a variety of fresh, peak-season fruits and vegetables. Abers Acres supplies four CSA groups in the area, one of which provides local restaurants with produce. Abers Acres offers pick-your-own produce as a way to reduce purchase cost, enjoy time outdoors with family and build appreciation for agriculture. Come spend an afternoon in the fields harvesting berries, peas, beans, or flowers. “We’re a certified organic fruit and vegetable farm,” Sue Abers said. Obtaining organic certification involves a huge commitment. The USDA regulates and inspects all organic farms to ensure that no synthetic materials, such pesticides, end up in the food. The Abers family underwent a three-year transition period — in which all of their agricultural techniques had to meet a long list of USDA standards — before they could advertise their produce as organic. Sue keeps careful records and sends in reports on a regular basis, and the farm is inspected annually in order for Abers Acres to remain certified. So why go organic? Abers feels that organic farming creates “a safer product and a safer environment for the employees. I’d rather keep money in the community and pay local employees to weed than [pay] a big chemical company.” The idea to pursue organic certification came from Adam Abers, the son of Sue and John Abers. “He was one of the driving forces,” Abers said. Adam graduated from SUNY Cobleskill with a degree in agronomy, the science of soil management and crop production. “We’d always tried to do things as low-spray as possible, Abers Acres, a certified organic fruit and vegetable farm. visual guarantee that produce is organic. Abers Acres is truly a family-oriented local business. John’s father stopped in during the interview to inform Sue that he had finished mowing acreage for the day. John’s mother bakes pastries that are sold at the farm stands. The farm stands sell eggs, popcorn, tree fruit and more from other neighboring farms. Sue spends most of her time planning and scheduling, and John is responsible for the bulk of the growing and irrigation. Abers Acres has three main farm markets: the home farm, on Route 394 in Kennedy; the Grubb Hill farm, at 409 Grubb Hill Road in Kennedy, and the Warren, PA location. Sue Abers, co-owner of Abers Acres; Sondra Johnson, employee. Their five-acre Christmas tree lot of pre-cut and cut-your-own trees provides families with opportunities to start or continue the tradition of selecting a real Christmas tree. Customers can even pre-tag one of five varieties in early fall to ensure that the perfect tree is waiting for them come December. Growing the same crops in the same fields every year drains the soil of essential nutrients and nitrogen. Normally chemical fertilizers add back nutrients, but Abers Acres uses cover cropping to increase soil fertility the natural way. A cover crop is any plant grown with the objective of revitalizing worn-out soil. Though Abers Acres has more than 100 acres of farmland, only about a third actively grows produce at any one time. The other two thirds are planted with cover crops such as rye, peas, beans, or alfalfa, selected to balance the soil’s chemical makeup and reduce erosion and weed growth. Once the cover crops have infused the soil, they are plowed under so that the mulched plant can compost. “You end up having more ground to manage, but you're managing the land without using chemicals, which is more responsible,” Abers said.” The home farm market is open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Warren, PA location is open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 a.m. Abers Acres attends the Lakewood Farmers Market on Tuesdays, the Downtown Jamestown Farmers Market on Thursdays, and the Westfield Farmers Market on Saturdays. Sue and her employees are friendly and excited to talk about their farm. “Come see us and get quality fruits and vegetables.” The Jamestown Gazette is proud to recognize our dealers, outstanding corporate citizens of our county. This week, the Gazette especially thanks Abers Acres for the faithfully carrying The Jamestown Gazette, The People’s Paper, for the benefit of their customers, our readers. 22 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com July 18, 2016 Friends AROUND ALARM SERVICE ARTISANS, FARMERS, & CRAFTSMEN TOWN CAR CARE CHASE Car Care Inc GLASS SERVICE CATERING 3C’s Catering HEATING SERVICE GRAVEL The Falcon’s Nest Banquet Hall Now Booking Your SUMMER PARTIES . . . We Handle ALL Your Vehicle Needs! Graduations, Showers, Receptions, Banquets, Family Reunions... Minor to Major Repairs Collision • Tires 8155 Rt 957 • Sugar Grove 814-757-8580 267-4403 I www.3cscatering.com INSURANCE STORAGE Call Today: 716-484-7930 SELF STORAGE A Division of Robo Enterprises, Inc. 3209 Fluvanna Ave Jamestown or email production@ jamestowngazette.com 665-2206 Display your business and reach Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Warren counties! PLUS ONLINE! The Jamestown Gazette is available in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Warren County. Thank you for patronizing our fine dealers below who make this paper available to all of our readers! ASHVILLE Ashville General Store Ashville Arrow Mart BEMUS POINT Bemus Point Golf Bemus Point Inn Bemus Point Market Coppola’s Pizzeria Guppy’s Hotel Lenhart See-Zurh House Skillmans The Village Casino Wired On Main BUSTI Boomerang Café Busti Country Store Cindy Flowers and Gifts Peterson Candies CELORON Celoron General Store Main Landing Resource Center CHAUTAUQUA Chautauqua Book Store Chaut. Institution Vistiors Bureau Chautauqua Institution Library Plaza Market Tasty Acre’s Restaurant CLYMER Dutch Village Restaurant Neckers General Store DEWITTVILLE Village Restaurant FALCONER Bair’s Pizza Belview East Better Life Nutrition Don’t Trash It Falconer Pharmacy Kwik Fill McDonald’s Sister’s Restaurant The General Store Tops Market FREWSBURG Candy Bar Carol Apartments Dinner Bell Frewsburg Legion Frewsburg Rest Home Frewsburg Wine & Spirits Kwik Fill VSK Emporium GERRY Heritage Village Retirement Campus Heritage Village Rehab & Skilled Nursing GREENHURST Chatter Box Market 430 Heritage Green Steener’s Pub JAMESTOWN A1 Auto Allen Street Diner Allen Street Grocery & Deli Anderson Produce AJ’s Texas Hots Arby’s Arrow Mart Washington St. North Main Babalu Café Brazil Brick City Brigiotta’s Farmland Burger King Carubba Collision Cattaraugus County Bank Chautauqua County Airport Cherry Lounge Coffee Cup Comfort Inn Dave Warren Auto D&S Glass Dorian’s Hair Salon Ecklof Bakery Elegant Edibles Catering Farm Fresh Foods 3rd St. Fifties Restaurant Fishers Family Restaurant Fresh Cut Meats and More Fresco Pizza & Wings Fudges Sub Shop Friendly’s Restaurant Gokey Mini Mart Hall & Laury Optical Hampton Inn Hartley Buick Harvest Time Cafe Heritage Park Hometown Grill Holiday Inn Express Honest John’s Honeycomb Salon Ichiban Infinity Jamestown Bowling Company Jamestown Business College Jamestown Community College Pick Up Yo u Jamestown Convenient Care Jamestown Savings Bank Arena Joe'Z Coffee House Johnny's Lunch Jones Bakery Jones Hill Rehab John David Salon Kwik Fill Labyrinth Press Co. Landmark Restaurant Lena’s Pizza 2nd St. Line-X Lisciandro’s Retaurant Lori's Kountry Kafe Lutheran Mariners Pier Express Maureen’s Hair Salon McDonald’s Meals on Wheels Mia Bella Salon Miley’s Old Inn Morreale’s Collision Novel Destinations Pal Joey’s Peterson Farms Phil-N- Cindys Lunch Prendergast Library Quik Lube R&K Motors Red Cross Reg Lenna Richard’s Hair Salon Robert H. Jackson Center ROBO Marion St. North Main St. Salon 1 - Foote Ave. Sandee’s - E. 2nd St. Sandee’s Café Riverwalk Save-A-Lot Seneca Eye r Copy Tod Southern Auto Exchange South Side Plaza Barber Shop Southside Redemption Center Southern Tier Supply Spectrum Eyecare The Eatery The Pub Tim Horton’s Brooklyn Square 2nd St. Main St. Foote Ave. Tops Market WCA Hospital Wings & Things YMCA KENNEDY Abers Acres Kennedy Super Market The Office Roberts Nursery LAKEWOOD Alfies Restaurant Boland’s Goodyear Burger King Davidson’s Restaruant Dons Car Wash Dunn Tire Family Health Services Keybank Kwik Fill Lakewood Arrow Mart Lakewood Mobile Mart Larry Spacc McDonald’s Mikes Nursery Mindy’s Place Mirage Salon Panera Bread Rider Cup Sakura Buffet Save-A-Lot Schuyler’s Country Kitchen Southern Tier Brewery Stedman Coffee Tim Horton’s Tanglewood Manor Walmart Wing City YMCA MAPLE SPRINGS The Springs Restaurant Tom's Tavern MAYVILLE Andriaccio’s Restaurant Chautauqua Suites Chautauqua Harbor House J&B Mayville Diner Lighthouse Point Grocery Mayville Family Health Mayville Arrow Mart Mayville Service Center The Sweet Spot Webb’s ay! RUSSELL Conewango Kayak Canoe Rental SHERMAN Cooler Café Franklin’s Pizza Shop Mack Hometown Market Main St. Diner Murdocks Family Restaurant Sherman Hardware Texs Quick Stop SINCLAIRVILLE Sinclairville Superette Witch Kitch Inn STEAMBURG Turtle Pit Hideaway OJ’s Smokeshop STEDMAN Stedman Corners Coffee Stockton Stockton Hotel PANAMA Rowdy Rooster Troyer’s Greenhouse STOW Hadley House Hogan’s Hut RANDOLPH Cattaraugus County Bank Inkley Pharmacy R&M Restaurant Randolph Retail Randolph Manor Tops Vern’s Place SUGAR GROVE New Beginnings WARREN Fralick Chiropractic Midtown Motors Sheetz Tops Walmart JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com July 18, 2016 23 Around Town Ashley Pullan Evan Waid Boomer Travis & Shelly Wells, Jenny Rohlin Otto & Steele The Egan Family Kathleen McCarthy Bob Wooler Emily Shick & Sarah Tranum Dan & Katie Smith Sean, Carrie, Adarah Cade, Brogan, Flynn Kynan Todd & Annette Patrick Ann & Gene Aversa Bob Frucella, John Labardo & Wayne Phillips Stephen Briggs Torrie Roberts Cathy Hazzard, Sally Arthur Linda Johnson Sarah Verleni, Jenn Schreider, Greg & Cassie Winter 24 JAMESTOWN GAZETTE www.JamestownGazette.com July 18, 2016 5 Year Anniversary Hours: Wed-sat, 11am-5pm sun 12pm-5pm 12 E. Fairmount Ave Lakewood, NY 716/708-8549 • 716/708-8516 Liberty Gun & Security Safes bower’s www.libertysafe.com IN STOCK SPECIALS WE DELIVER Call for an appointment to tour our showroom! MADE IN THE USA 814-563-4244 • 814-730-5236 Dedicated to the pure pleasure of eating & drinking NOW OPEN Monday-Saturday: 11am-10pm • Sunday: 8am-10pm COME IN & SEE OUR NEW MENU ITEMS! LUNCH MENU Mon-Sat. starting 11am FULL DiNNEr MENU 4pm -10pm LATE NiTE MENU Fri & Sat. 10pm - midnight LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT • OUTDOOR LIVE MUSIC • • “PAINT THE FENCE” EVERY SUNDAY 4PM TO 7PM 763-1222 “Where Caring is our Calling” www.thehadleyhouse.com www.facebook.com/thehadleyhouseny Storer Excavating & Trucking Our Knowledgeable Staff Provides Excellent Customer Service. Top Soil • Stone • Sand Gravel • Fill • Compost • Excavation Excavators • Loaders • Backhoes • Dump Trucks Dozers • Site Materials • Hauling CONTAINERS 20 Yards 30 Yards 40 Yards FRONT LOAD CONTAINERS 2 Yards 4 Yards 6 Yards 8 Yards NO ANNUAL CONTRACTS Commercial, Small Business & Residential Services COMPREHENSIVE PROFESSIONAL WASTE HAULING & DISPOSAL SERVICE Locally Owned & Operated for Over 25 Years www.storerscontainer.com • 716-595-3186