Announcements

From the Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern:

The Batavia Days Inn donated over 100 beds to the Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern furniture program.  This generous donation helped GOMOC to almost exhaust an 8 page waiting list of people in need of beds in our community.  This holiday season, many children and families will now have warm beds to sleep in.

The GOMOC Furniture Program collects furniture donations from the commuity and distributes them to those in need.  The service is free to both the community members donating and those in need.  We accept beds, dressers, couches and chairs, kitchen tables, and working appliance. To make a donation, simply call our agency and schedule a pick-up.

The Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern would like to thank the Batavia Days Inn and all the other generous community members who have donated to our furniture program.

Roast Pork Dinner catered by D&R Depot

Jan. 8, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.

YWCA - 301 North St., Batavia

Program : Organize your Home by Tracy Wells

RSVP by 1/2/2009 to Brenda at bchapell1@hotmail.com

Guests are always welcome!

From the VA Western New York:

David J. West, FACHE has been named Interim Medical Center Director at VA Western New York Healthcare System effective December 7.  VA Western New York Healthcare System includes medical centers in Buffalo, Batavia and seven community based out patient clinics located in Niagara Falls, Lockport, Dunkirk, Jamestown, Lackawanna, Olean, and Warsaw.  Mr. West has been the Medical Center Director at the Bath VA Medical Center since April 29, 2007.

Prior to being appointed Director for the Bath VA, Mr. West served as Associate Director at the Washington, DC VA Medical Center, and began his career with VA in1987 at the Washington DC VA Medical Center.

At VA WNYHS, he will oversee over 1,690 employees serving over 40,000 veterans during the period until a new director is appointed.  He succeeds James P. Cody who has served as interim director since August and Michael S. Finegan who recently was promoted to network director, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  “It’s an opportunity for me to work with a dedicated staff in Western NY serving our nation’s heroes,” West said.

Mr. West served in the U.S. Army from 1973 to 1978. He holds a Master of Science degree in Health Services Administration from the College of St. Frances in Joliet, Illinois and is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

From the Elba Historical Society:

The Historical Society of Elba has a Christmas window on display at the Pinehill Fitness Center on Main St. in Elba (across from the Post Office).  The Elba Throws (maroon or blue) have been reduced to $35.00 including tax.  Also available are the 1995 Town of Elba 175th Anniversary book on the History of Elba.  $10.00.

Another window is featuring ELBA FIRSTS.  Did you know that Elba had a Windmill Company that sold to people all over the United States? Did you know that Elba had the first Rural Mail Delivery in New York State?

Call Ann at 757-9356  or June at 757-2791 for more information.

Ritchie & Jennifer (Swiatowy) Kirkum  of Oakfield would like to announce the birth of their son, Colin Edward Kirkum.  Born 12/2/2008 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hosptial in Amherst NY.  Colin weighed 8lbs 6oz and was 22" long.

The Batavia Days Inn donated over 100 beds to the Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern furniture program.  This generous donation helped GOMOC to almost exhaust an 8 page waiting list of people in need of beds in our community.  This holiday season, many children and families will now have warm beds to sleep in. 

The GOMOC Furniture Program collects furniture donations from the commuity and distributes them to those in need.  The service is free to both the community members donating and those in need.  We accept beds, dressers, couches and chairs, kitchen tables, and working appliance. To make a donation, simply call our agency and schedule a pick-up.

The Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern would like to thank the Batavia Days Inn and all the other generous community members who have donated to our furniture program. 

Please click here to download the agenda for the next meeting (December 8) of the Bethany Town Board.

Do you have extra, gently used winter outerwear that you'd like to part with?  The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 575 in Bergen is having a "Winter Warmth" clothing drive to collect coats. scarves, hats, gloves and mittens to give to those in need.  Donations will be accepted Saturday, December 13th from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post 575 located at 21 South Lake Rd. in Bergen.  To make alternate arrangements, please call 494-2322.

From Genesee Community College:

It's that time of year again, as the holiday season is now upon us. Genesee Community College is once again sponsoring their annual holiday community events with a Holiday Shopping Bazaar on December 12th as well as the annual Breakfast with Santa on December 14th.

Beat the crowds at the mall and shop Friday, December 12, 2008 at Genesee Community College's annual Holiday Shopping Bazaar. From 9:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., merchants will be set up in the Forum at Genesee's Batavia Campus. A variety of items will be available, including: wool sweaters, hats and gloves, candles, jewelry and watches, sportswear, cosmetics, and homemade crafts. With a wide assortment of gifts, shoppers can find a little something for everyone on their list. This event is free and open to the public.

Bring the family to the annual Breakfast with Santa on Sunday, December 14th in the cafeteria at the Batavia Campus, from 9:30a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The cost is $6 for adults, $4 for kids under 12 and kids under five are free. Children and adults of all ages are welcomed to dine on French toast, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, and pastries. Breakfast will be served from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Santa will be arriving at 10:00 a.m. and pictures with Santa are free. Activities and gifts for children will be provided. Tickets for this event are available in the Student Activities office at Genesee or at the door. Checks can be made to GCCA.

For further information on the holiday events provided by Genesee Community College's Office of Student Activities, please call 585-343-0055 ext. 6261.

From Genesee Community College:

Genesee Community College students received $16.7 million in student financial assistance last year, according to Joseph Bailey, Associate Dean for Enrollment Services.

Mr. Bailey told trustees at Monday's Board of Trustees meeting that Genesee students received aid to help defray their education from a variety of sources, including federal PELL grants ($5.5 million); New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) grants ($3.6 million); and Stafford loans ($7 million).

Student aid is on the increase, Mr. Bailey reported. Next year, the maximum PELL award will increase. Despite problems with national credit markets, Genesee Community College has access to enough private lenders to make educational loans possible. Genesee has also been declared eligible as a federal direct loan college, meaning that students could borrow directly from the federal government for educational expenses if they needed to do so.

"We have a wide range of financial resources available to help students pursue their college education," Mr. Bailey said.

Students may contact Genesee's Office of Financial Assistance at 585-345-6900 for more information about financial assistance and veterans services programs, and for help in completing financial assistance applications.

From the Lupus Alliance of America:

The Lupus Alliance of America, Upstate New York Affiliate (www.lupusupstateny.org) announces the success of the 2008 Sweetest Day Chocolate Butterfly Bouquet Sale.  This year they sold over 1,700 bouquets.

The money raised from this event will help continue serving those affected by lupus within the Western New York community.  Lupus Alliance of America Upstate New York has been providing services to lupus patients and their families for over 30 years.  The butterfly bouquet sales, has helped increase the level of awareness about lupus, which is also a major part of Alliance’s mission.

Thank you to the businesses and volunteers for making this year’s Sweetest Day Chocolate Butterfly Bouquet campaign such a success.

We received this via a news sumbission from Lisa Suozzi:

MY YORIE-POO LITTLE 7LBS ALL BLACK DOG HAS BEEN MISSING FOR ALITTLE OVER A WEEK NOW AND i AM OFFERING A $500.00 REWARD FOR HER SAFE RETURN. SHE WAS LAST SEEN NEAR SOUTH MAIN ST AND FAIRWAY DRIVE. SHE WAS WEARING A PINK HARNESS. PLEASE IF ANYONE KNOWS WERE SHE IS YOU COULD CONTACT ME AT 585-409-8603 OR 585-345-1552.THANK YOU!

"Come & Worship"

A Christmas Invitation

Saturday, December 6, 2008 7:00 P.M.

Sunday, December,7, 2008 8:30 A.M.

St. Paul Lutheran Church

31 Washington Ave.

Batavia, New York

Admission is Free

You will find all of the long term care and service options that are offered throughout Genesee County by going to www.co.genesee.ny.us and clicking on NY Connects Genesee Care Options. This information is for people over age 60, disabled adults, children, infants, and their caregivers.

Many times; disability, aging, injury, or illness may lead to future problems. You, a family member, or a loved one may need help to plan for further care. Making choices about care during these times can be hard.

 Contact us through our website or by calling 585-343-1611 for more information

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Notre Dame High School will present its annual Holiday Pops dinner and concert on Sunday, December 7, 2008.