The Justice for Children GLOW Foundation will hold a charity chicken BBQ from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April, 17 at Clor's Meat Market, located at 4169 W. Main St. in Batavia.
Tickets are $9 each. For presale tickets, please call 344-8576.
April's Reel Discussion at Richmond Memorial Library begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 28, and this month's movie is the Academy Award winner, "The King's Speech."
Candidates for president and prime minister choose to run, but kings rarely have a choice. Such was the case for Prince Albert, known by family members as "Bertie," whose stutter made public speaking difficult.
Also, on the same date, join us for a Royal Pre-Wedding Reception. Come dressed to see the movie in your Royal finest, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and, of course, wedding cake. (The Royal Wedding is Friday!)
The library is located at 19 Ross St., in the City of Batavia.
For more information, call the library at 343-9550 or log onto www.batavialibrary.org
Twenty-seven seventh-grade students from the Alexander School District toured Time Warner Cable in Rochester on April 5. This field trip was about "cracking the codes in the wireless world™" curriculum.
The visit included a stop in the engineering department and a look behind
the scenes at YNN (“Your News Now” – 24 Hour Local News), including the
newsroom, studio, engineering and the YNN live truck.
This was an exciting time for the students as they were able to see and then learn about this vast technology of communications.
Robert Hollwedel (Alexander Technology teacher) and Samantha Lippmann
(Alexander Science teacher) took the students to the Time Warner Cable
facilities as part of an ongoing effort to foster opportunities for the Alexander students in the STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) curriculum.
Hollwedel and Lippman have been working together in various programs that offer STEM programming for the Alexander students. It is anticipated that their efforts in collaborative programming can develop an ever needed interest in the area of engineering.
Hollwedel has found that U.S. jobs are growing most rapidly in areas that require knowledge and skills stemming from a strong grasp of science, engineering and technology. In some locations, primarily information technology, business leaders are warning of a critical shortage in skilled American workers that is threatening their ability to compete in the global marketplace.
Lippmann cited that currently across America, there is a shortfall of students enrolling in the STEM curricula, especially amongst females.
These two instructors from Alexander have been afforded these opportunities through a partnership with Sara Garvey of Time Warner Cable -- who has been a dynamic leader in establishing the hands-on activities for students through their Connect A Million Minds Program.
Time Warner Cable’s (TWC) Connect a Million Minds (CAMM) is a five-year,
$100 million philanthropic initiative to address America’s declining proficiency in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), which puts our children at a competitive disadvantage.
CAMM leverages TWC assets across cable television and the Internet to drive
awareness of this critical issue and provide simple, easy ways for parents and kids to get involved in their own communities.
Middle school students, teachers, parents and organizations can sign-up to participate in Time Warner Cable's signature program by visiting www.connectamillionminds.com.
A "Ladies Night Out and Pampering Event" is happening at Batavia Downs & Casino from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 6. It will be in the Event Room at the front entrance. Admission is $5 and parking is free.
A fashion show with clothing for all ages is planned for 6 and 8 p.m. and there will be facials, massages, hors d'oeuvres, fencing demonstrations, dancing, prizes, a silent auction to benefit charity, and networking games. Bring your business cards if you want to network -- chocolate and gift bags for all entrants!
Prizes will be awarded from Alex's Place, Cato Fashions, Castilone Chrysler Dodge Ram Jeep -- and more.
Call 317-4046 for further information.
The 30th annual fashion show at Genesee Community College is just around the corner and second-year fashion merchandising students are eagerly preparing for the production titled "A la Mode."
Anticipation and excitement continue to grow as students try to incorporate the theme of "Served with Dessert" while sticking to the traditional 30th annual gift theme of "Diamonds and Pearls."
Two shows are scheduled at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 30 in the Forum at the Batavia Campus.
Both will be a celebration of fashion as well as a tribute to two retiring, and long-term supporters of the fashion curriculum, according to Professor of Fashion Merchandising Rick Dudkowski.
"The 30th annual fashion show is dedicated to Dr. Stuart Steiner and also Mr. Michael Stoll, who are both retiring this year," Dudkowski said. "The president and dean have always done all they can to support the annual production and the fashion students who work hard every year."
The show provides guests of all ages with a glimpse of the glamorous and ever-changing world of fashion.
"(It) promises to be exciting and also will have a huge assortment of clothing including international, children's, bridal and many original designs," Dudkowski said.
Guests can look forward to original creations from the students as well as designs from known clothing lines around Western New York. Viewers will be captivated by authentic outfits made of all organic or recycled materials along with dazzling high-fashion garments.
Presentations will also include menswear, lingerie, plus sizes, swimwear and street wear. After the show, entertainment will continue with tasty refreshments and spectacular door prizes.
Presale tickets for $5 are strongly encouraged but they will also be available at the door for $7. To order tickets or for additional information please contact Fashion Show Secretary Cheryl Young at 345-6830.
The "A la Mode" lineup includes:
Bollywood Candy -- Fashions from India brought into Western civilization featuring bright colors and embroidery. Scene Coordinator -- Sharon Deviana (India).
Offbeat Sweets -- Punk-themed with a touch of glitzy glamour includes pops of color along with sequins and rhinestones. Scene Coordinator -- Roxanne Browne (Nunda).
Berry Berry Extraordinary -- A plus-size scene featuring all the classic styles and new trends for spring 2011. Scene Coordinators -- Kristyna Jaquin (Syracuse) and Megan Crowley (Medina).
Sweet Creams & Green Seams -- An eco-scene that exhibits casual clothes people can relate to but all are made from organic/recycled fibers/fabrics. Scene Coordinator -- Jessica Veltre (Churchville).
Creme de la Creme -- A little bit hipster and a little bit vintage – this scene fuses all the best elements of street style. Scene Coordinators -- Amy Breuer (Oneonta) and Joanna Stacy (Bergen).
A la de liscious -- Girls night out featuring brightly colored dress. Scene Coordinators Shaday Gibbs (Pittsburgh) and Shartanay Gibbs (Pittsburgh).
Taste of Lace -- All about the latest trends in lace; looking classy with antique-style while being risque and showing some skin. Scene Coordinator -- Michelle Fuller (Trumansburg).
With Sprinkles -- Features the latest children's clothing. Scene Coordinator -- Jessica Veltre (Churchville).
Rocky Road -- Country couture featuring sequin dresses and cowboy boots. Scene Coordinator -- Kristen Tracy (Auburn).
African Sorbet -- Captures the essence of the flavorful and vibrant shades of sorbet while intertwining exotic, playful African-styled attire. Scene Coordinators -- Nana Gyesi (New York).
Sundae Seduction -- Inspired by decadent dessert, this is a peek at all the latest lingerie looks this season. Scene Coordinators -- Kolette Amendola (Long Island) and Megan Crowley (Medina).
Delicious Animalicious -- The latest bathing suit trends featuring animal prints and, guess what, fur. Scene Coordinator -- Kirsten Razz (Clifton Park).
Le Dolce Amore -- Taking bridal to the next step by using high-fashion trends, sewing techniques and spring colors to brighten up traditional tendencies. Scene Coordinators -- Lorraine Briggs (Rochester) and Kaitlin Patterson (Rochester).
"Students have already started producing their own clothing that will be included in this year's show," Dudkowski said. "They have also created a beautiful quilt that will be on display and they will raffle the quilt at the end of the evening."
Note that this fall, the college will be offering a Fashion Design concentration for students who are serious about making original creations and would like the tools to turn their interests into a career.
From the NY State Lottery Commission:
The New York Lottery recently announced that a Batavia Take Five player won $32,994. Lori Siedlecki purchased the winning ticket at the Wilson Farms store at 355 W. Main St. in the City of Batavia.
The New York Lottery continues to be North America's largest and most profitable Lottery, earning more than $39.3 billion in education support statewide since its founding more than 40 years ago.
It contributed nearly $2.67 billion in fiscal year 2009-2010 to help support education in New York State, which was more than 12 percent of total state education funding to local school districts.
Lottery revenue is distributed to local school districts by the same statutory formula used to distribute other state aid to education. It takes into account both a school district's size and its income level; larger, lower-income school districts receive proportionately larger shares of lottery school funding.
Genesee County Master Gardeners will be offering their Coffee and Dessert Series this spring, along with the ever-popular container gardening class.
Participants enjoy a variety of gardening topics taught by certified Master Gardeners along with coffee and dessert. Cost is $10 per person per class.
Pre-registration is required as class size is limited.
All programs are from 6 to 8 p.m. at Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension at 420 E. Main St., Batavia, unless otherwise noted.
April 13 – “Plan for Autumn Awesomeness." Is your garden smashing in the springtime but looking worn out by mid-August? Spent by September? Start planning and planting now for a garden overflowing with Autumn Awesomeness! Peek in on six, local fall gardens to discover amazing autumn plants and combinations to try in your garden this year. Registration deadline: April 8.
April 20 – “Landscaping Difficult Sites." Do you have shade, slopes or other challenging areas in your garden? Let us show you how to deal with these difficult situations. Learn how to add garden “bling” to those tricky backyard places. Registration deadline: April 15.
April 27 – “Backyard Birds." Spring is the time to adjust your bird-feeding system to accommodate springtime migrants, as well as the permanent resident birds that have been visiting your feeders all winter. Learn about some of the interesting birds that may show up in your backyard this spring and summer. Registration deadline: April 22.
May 11 – “Creative Container Gardening!”. When it comes to choosing containers for plants, why opt for the typical terra cotta pot? A wealth of more intriguing objects is just waiting to be transformed into creative container gardens. Join us for some inspiration, so you can learn to fashion container gardens from unexpected sources this season. Registration deadline: May 6.
May 25 – Hands on Program – "Container Gardening." Select from traditional and unusual plant materials to create your own unique container garden. Bring your own container (no bigger than 12 inches across), hand trowel and gloves. Potting soil, fertilizer and flowers will be provided. (Excessively large containers will be charged extra.) This class will be held at the Kennedy Building at the Genesee County Fairgrounds, Route 5 in Batavia. Pre-registration is required by May 20. Cost is $20.00 per person.
To register, contact Amy at 343-3040, ext. 101, or stop by our office at 420 E. Main St. in Batavia to register. For more information visit our Web site at: www.genesee.shutterfly.com.
The Holland Land Office Museum has announced a free lecture series beginning Saturday, April 16.
Starting at 1:30 p.m., author Larry Barnes will discuss his book "Batavia Revisited." To reserve your free seat please call the museum at 343-4727.
Donations to the museum are always appreciated.
Is your elliptical machine gathering dust? Wanna donate it? FYI...
Jeffrey Mendola, on behalf of the Mercy Flight crews in Buffalo, put this plea on Twitter:
"Looking for a used elliptical (donated or cheap) for our Buffalo flight crews to use between calls. jmendola@mercyflight.org if you can help."
(As you know, Buffalo Mercy Flight often flies into Genesee County to transport critically injured people.)
The Spring series of Story Time programs at the Richmond Memorial Library, Batavia, begins on Monday, April 4. Here's the line-up:
To register for one of these sessions, or to get more information, call the library at 343-9555, ext. 4, or stop in at the Children's Room desk during library hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.
Parents may also register online. The Web address is www.batavialibrary.org/
Group size is limited so register early.
The library is located at 19 Ross St. in the City of Batavia.
Genesee Community College will host a Job Fair with with more than 25 companies expected to participate from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12.
It will be held at the college's centrally located William Stuart Forum. Genesee's Career Services Center continues to solicit businesses from all types of industries to join the popular, three-hour event that introduces potential new employees to employers. It also provides businesses an opportunity to present their trade and services to the local community.
This is event is sponsored by WBTA AM1490. Any company interested in attending the Job Fair should call (585) 345-6888 to register immediately. The following employers are scheduled to attend:
"Once again, we anticipate that our Spring Job Fair will provide an excellent opportunity for job seekers and employers to connect," said John McGowan, Career Center coordinator. "As the economy continues its gradual uptick, we hope everyone in the market for a job or with a job opportunity will attend. This is an excellent opportunity for job seekers to meet with potential employers."
Potential employees are also encouraged to review GCC's Job Tips overview which offers excellent guidelines to develop strong interviewing skills and tips on interfacing with potential employers. Go to: http://www.genesee.edu/_content/depts/career/events/JobTips.pdf
In addition, Genesee Community College's Career Services Center sponsors several preparatory job search workshops, such as Resume & Cover Letter Writing and Credential File & Interviewing Skills. These workshops are FREE and open to the general public.
A complete list of upcoming workshop dates and times can be found at www.genesee.edu/career <http://www.genesee.edu/career>. To attend the workshops students and community members MUST register in advance by calling the Career Services Office at (585) 345-6888 or registering on-line (see the events page).
This information comes from Kevin Keenan, Smoke Free NOW coordinator at GCASA.
Local students braved the cold to show their support of Kick Butts Day and stood on the corner of Main and Jefferson streets holding signs depicting the negative impact of tobacco -- especially for youth.
Students for Cain's Tae Kwon Do Academy took part Monday and about 22 teens in Oakfield-Alabama’s Leadership Class did so Wednesday.
Kick Butts Day is the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ annual celebration of youth advocacy, leadership and activism. On Wednesday, thousands of youth in every state and around the world decided to STAND OUT…SPEAK UP…and SEIZE CONTROL AGAINST BIG TOBACCO.
The Cain’s academy participation was organized by Smoke Free NOW -- a program of Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism & Substance Abuse (GCASA) – as part of a campaign to protect kids from the impact of tobacco marketing in stores where 75 percent of teens visit each week.
More young people across the state are recognizing the powerful influence of tobacco marketing and saying no to the addictive habit.
Smoke Free NOW congratulates the efforts of these students who’ve set a good example for their peers.
Studies show that exposure to cigarette advertising leads nonsmoking adolescents to initiate smoking and to move toward the habit of smoking. Each year in New York State, 20,900 kids under 18 will become new regular, daily smokers and more than 380,000 kids now under 18 will ultimately die prematurely from smoking-related illnesses.
We can’t afford to lose anymore youth to tobacco addiction. To learn more and get involved, contact Smoke Free NOW at 815-1875 or visit www.smokefreenow.org
When summer arrives this year, Fresh Air children from New York City will
once again visit volunteer host families in the Batavia area, some for the
first time and some reuniting with long-time host.
Kate Bogan, of Bergen, whose family first hosted through The Fresh Air Fund’s Friendly Town program when she was a child, will be an instrumental part of this summer’s success. As a local Fresh Air chairperson, Bogan works hard to recruit hosts so that as many children as possible can enjoy a memorable experience.
The Fresh Air Fund is an independent, not-for-profit agency, which has provided free summer experiences to more than 1.7 million New York City children from low-income communities since 1877.
Volunteer host families in suburban and small town communities in 13 Northeastern states and Canada open their homes for up to two weeks to Fresh Air children through the Friendly Town program, allowing them to enjoy many first-time experiences, such as swimming or running barefoot through the grass.
Kate was 5 years old when her parents first signed up to be Fresh Air Fund hosts, and her life was changed because of it. When Lauren Grady, who is similar in age to Kate, showed up that first summer, it was clear that each girl had found a new best friend. Their summers were filled with trips to the drive-in movie theatre (a completely new concept to Lauren), Letchworth State Park, local festivals and parades.
Perhaps most memorable were evening cooking lessons with Kate’s grandmother. After Lauren stopped visiting each summer when she became older, the girls lost touch. But thanks to e-mail when they were in college, it became easier to stay connected and they’ve been close again ever since.
This past summer, Kate, along with her husband and son, hosted a Fresh Air child for the first time together, and they look forward to continuing the tradition again this coming summer!
If you are interested in becoming a Fresh Air Fund host in 2011, please call Kate Bogan at 716-560-2847 or 800-367-0003. You can also visit the fund Web site at www.freshair.org to learn more. Open your heart and your home to a Fresh Air child this summer!
Press Release from Genesee Community College, 3/22/2011
For more information contact: Donna Rae Sutherland, 585-343-0055 Ext. 6616
Genesee Community College Brings Home a Rube Goldberg Victory
March Madness might have had a lot of local sports fans wearing orange, but when Genesee Community College traveled to Syracuse to this past weekend they ended up coming home with a win - for their Rube Goldberg Machine.
The concept behind Rube Goldberg Machines is simple. Using household items, a team of at least four students must construct a mechanism that can accomplish a simple task in the most complex way possible.
Using things like pool balls, a baseball bat and glove, DVD covers, a plinko board, a fishing reel, a Barbie doll on a zip line, a computer printer, dozens of plastic soda bottles, darts, a derby car and lots of engineering ingenuity, five GCC students constructed a machine to water a plant and compete against Syracuse University at Onondaga Community College this past weekend. With this recent win, the students will load their plant watering device into a truck and travel to Purdue University in Indiana to enter the National Rube Goldberg Machine Contest on March 26, 2011.
GCC Physics Professor Michael Crittenden explained that when he asked his classes if anyone was interested in attempting a Rube Goldberg Machine, no one spoke up right away. "A couple of days later, a few students said they'd like to try it," Crittenden said. "They've taken responsibility for it themselves and they're still doing a great job."
Engineering students David Simmons (Arcade, NY), Matt Klotzbach (East Pembroke, NY), Nick Rider (Holland, NY), Jen McLure (Pavilion, NY) and drafting student Tom Langley (Arcade) had been working tirelessly before the competition to put their machine together. For the last four weeks, they spent at least 20 hours a week developing their project expecting stiff competition at nationals.
According to the Official Rulebook for the 2011 Rube Goldberg Machine Contest, teams must adhere to strict guidelines according to size and time. The contraption must fit within a six by six by six foot space and complete the task with a minimum of 20 steps - within two minutes per run.
The exact definition of a "step" according to the Rube Goldberg Machine Rulebook is to simply transfer energy from one action into another action.
Rube Goldberg, an American cartoonist who passed away in 1970, was known for the series of cartoons he would draw involving complex, winding devices that perform simple tasks in complicated ways. The students are judged on a recognizable theme for the machine; their demonstrated Rube Goldberg "spirit;" team chemistry; and how well the machine works within the given criteria.
Genesee Community College students say they're aiming for the gold this weekend, but Crittenden is positive that no matter what happens, it will have been a fun trip for the College's first Rube Goldberg competitors.
"If we get gold or last place, we'll be having fun and that's what's important," he said. "Also, this builds a lot of practical skills such as teamwork, imagination and persistence. So, we'll be trying it again. We're making this up as we go along but we hope to get a club together next year."
A New York State Hunter Safety Course, consisting of three sessions, is being offered by the Genesee County Fish & Game Protective Association, Inc., at Godfrey's Pond. It is FREE.
Times are 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday April 12 and 14. And from 8 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, April 16.
You must attend all three sessions to complete the course.
Sign up at Batavia Marine & Sporting Goods, located at 411 W. Main St. in the City of Batavia. A free study manual will be provided to those who sign up at the sporting goods store.
Here's a news release from Genesee Community College.
Students in local high schools are discovering their desired career path a few years earlier thanks to the career academies offered jointly through Genesee Valley Educational Partnership, College Tech Prep, and Genesee Community College.
Part of Genesee Community College's Accelerated College Enrollment program (ACE), the three academies are Health Careers Academy, Information Technology Academy and Legal Careers Academy.
They are offered to academically outstanding high school students during their senior year to enhance the transition to the next level of professional development, and give a sense of closure to high school education. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, April 1.
To qualify for the academies, students must have an 80 or above average, have the required prerequisite courses and submit two letters of recommendation, as well as a letter of intent.
More than 20 schools in Genesee, Livingston and Wyoming counties and numerous local businesses are involved in the academies. The program allows students to earn college credit at a fraction of the cost and to experience careers firsthand through onsite job shadows and internships at a variety of facilities throughout Western New York.
The Health Careers Academy allows students to plan and develop an individualized health career and educational sequence, as well as explore colleges offering these career programs.
They enroll in college classes available at Genesee and receive 15 credits upon successful completion of the following courses: Cell Biology; Responding to Emergencies; Health Career Planning; General Psychology; and Introduction to Healthful Living. Students also become CPR, first aid and AED Certified. The Health Careers Academy is offered through the Batavia and Mt. Morris BOCES locations.
The College Tech Prep Legal Careers Academy is an innovative course of study for students interested in pursuing one of the many technical or professional Legal related careers. The Legal Careers Academy allows students to become aware of current and emerging opportunities in the Legal Career cluster, while earning 15 college credits.
The skills and professionalism required in the Legal profession become understood through this academy. Legal Careers Academy students combine secondary education with collegiate education to achieve their goal of successful employment.
Students should have exemplary attendance, demonstrate proficiency in reading and writing, and possess the responsibility required to work independently and in teams. Fifteen college credits will be earned through the following courses: Introduction to Legal Studies; Introduction to Criminal Justice; Career and Educational Planning; General Psychology; and Introduction to Sociology.
The newest joint venture between Genesee Community College and Genesee Valley Educational Partnership is the Information Technology Career Academy, which opened in September 2007. Information Technology Careers Academy is a one-year program for highly motivated high school seniors interested in exploring the world of information technology as a career choice.
The college course work combined with the hands-on activities will allow students to gain valuable insight into the IT industry while earning 17 college credits before graduating from high school. The college credit bearing courses include: Microcomputer Applications; Programming and Problem Solving; Networking Technologies; Computer Repair; and Career and Educational Planning.
"The College Tech Prep Academies are an excellent way for high schools seniors to meet new people who are interested in a similar career field, figure out what they do or don't want to do for a career while they are still in high school and it doesn't cost them thousands of dollars," said Deborah Dunlevy, Genesee's College Tech Prep Project director. "Nearly all of the College Tech Prep students go on to postsecondary education and find they are ahead of many of their college peers."
Interested students can download the information packet and application for each academy by visiting www.genesee.edu/ACE/techprep <http://www.genesee.edu/ACE/techprep>.
All applications are due to Genesee Valley Educational Partnership by Friday, April 1 and must include a letter of intent, letters of recommendation, high school transcript and junior report cards. Students should contact their high school counselor as soon as possible for scheduling.
For further information please contact Deborah Dunlevy at 343-0055, ext. 6316 or <http://dkdunlevy@genesee.edu>; or Catherine Bennett, Genesee Valley Educational Partnership Student Services Coordinator, at 344-7711 or <http://cbennett2@gvboces.org>.
A Traditional Printmaking Show is on display at the Batavia gallery of the Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council (GO ART!). It runs though April 29 and features pieces by 21 local artists.
The Batavia gallery is located inside the Genesee County Senior Center, 2 Bank St. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The printmaking show is the brainchild of AmeriCorps worker Joe Langen. Although digital (computer-generated) prints are fairly commonplace, this show celebrates the time-honored, hand-generated traditional printmaking process.
In photography, a print is considered a copy of a photographed image. In printmaking, prints are original images produced by applying layers of ink to a background, usually paper.
Silkscreen, linoleum, wood block, collography and stencils are perhaps the most common ways of producing prints. Other, more difficult methods include etching, lithography and engraving, to name a few.
Printmaking is a way for artists to share their vision of reality and fantasy. This exhibit gives you a chance to delight in the creativity of established artists and the new generation of gifted teens.
Just because the method is a traditional one, doesn’t mean the themes necessarily are. Lady Gaga, anyone? Please come and share enjoy this delightful variety of perspectives on life and nature.
Student artists whose works are on exhibit at the Batavia gallery are:
Le Roy High School -- Allison Weaver, Karl Graff, Kylan Carter, Rayleigh Staba, Sarah Ehrmentraut, Alexandrea Zoccali, Bobbi Welker, Maggie Kibler, Jonathan Dimick, Rachel Graham and Charlotte Carmel.
Batavia High School -- Rebecca Zinni, Maria Yefremenko, Jamie Whitmore, Annie Janofsky, Samantha Brenkus, Catie Boerschlein, Chelsea Anthony, Hayley Jensen, Bianca Grazioplene and Allison Bryant.
GO ART! exhibits are made possible, in part, with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts. For more information, contact GO ART! at 343-9313, info@GOart.org or visit www.GOart.org.
Saturday, April 9th serving 5-7 p.m.
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 190 Oak Street, Batavia
All you can eat spaghetti, homemade meatballs, salad, Italian bread, dessert and beverage
Adults-$8 Children under 10-$4
For reservations call 343-7278
Proceeds from the dinner go to fund B.A.S.I.C.-("Brothers And Sisters In Christ") the church youth group for their mission trip to Blue Knob, Pennsylvania in July.
United Memorial Medical Center will host a community education event, "Diabetes Alert," on Thursday, April 14 at Bohn’s Restaurant and Banquet Facility on Clinton Street Road, Batavia.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for informational displays. A light dinner will be served at 5:45 p.m. and will be followed by a program featuring guest speaker, Riva Greenberg.
Greenberg, an author and Huffington Post contributor, was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 1972. She will share her story and the importance of managing diabetes. Additional presenters include Becky Swanson, YMCA fitness instructor addressing fitness at any age and a member of the UMMC Clinical Pharmacy Department discussing diabetes medication.
Tickets, which include a light dinner and program, are $8 each and available through the hospital’s Healthy Living Department.
Checks may be made payable to UMMC and mailed to Healthy Living, 127 North St., Batavia, NY 14020. Payment may also be made in person at the office location at Cary Hall, 211 East Main St., Batavia between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Tickets are pre-sale only and available until April 4.
Western New York Tri-County Chapter of the American Red Cross will participate in a state Shelter Operations drill from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday March, 19. In Genesee County, the drill will take place at Byron-Bergen High School, 6971 W. Bergen Road, Bergen.
The Red Cross and its community partners will be practicing how to set-up a shelter. The community can see what a shelter looks like, what the sleeping arrangements are, what we will offer for meals, and what a person should bring to a shelter. Join us for a first-hand look.
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