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Salvation Army holiday fundraiser set for Nov. 3

By Billie Owens

The Salvation Army is having a Swiss Steak dinner and basket auction on Saturday, Nov. 3. Takes-outs begin at 4:30 p.m., sit-down dinner at 5.

Advance ticket sales only, $9 each. Deadline is Oct. 26.

A silent and live basket auction will follow dinner. This fundraiser is sponsored by the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary and all proceeds benefit the holiday programs. The Salvation Army Community Center is located at 529 E. Main St. in the City of Batavia.

For information and tickets, call 343-6284 or 345-1663.

Open house at Batavia career and tech education center set for Oct.11

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Do you like to work with your hands? Are you a problem solver? If so, a career in the skilled trades industry could be your path. Come and learn about the many options the skilled trades can offer you. An Open House and Skilled Trades Fair will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11 at the Batavia Career and Technical Education Center.

During the open house, you can tour classrooms, and speak with students and teachers to learn the educational pathway to a career in the trades. Some programs will host skilled trades professionals who will be on hand to discuss employment opportunities. Students in grades 7-12 are encouraged to attend.

Refreshments will be served and a raffle for door prizes will be offered.

The Batavia Career and Technical Education Center is located at 8250 State Street Road, Batavia. For more information, please contact the Batavia Career and Technical Education Center at 344-7711.

Free health screenings for uninsured county residents

By Billie Owens

Press release:

United Memorial Medical Center will conduct FREE health screenings for the uninsured at the Jerome Center, 16 Bank St., Batavia, from 2-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 18.

This event is for uninsured Genesee County residents between the ages of 40 and 64. Healthcare providers will also provide free mammograms, pap smears and clinical breast exams for women and prostate screening exams for men. Additional screenings services provided at the event will include blood sugar testing, total cholesterol and take home colorectal cancer screening kits.

Please call United Memorial’s Healthy Living Department to schedule an appointment at 344-5331.

Light refreshments, health information and free giveaways will also be available at the event. Assistance is available for individuals requiring follow-up medical care. People who meet the criteria and are unable to attend the event should call the Cancer Services Partnership at 344-5494. They can assist clients with scheduling services for other dates and times.

This event is planned by the Cancer Services Partnership of Genesee and Orleans County, through a grant from New York State that is administered by United Memorial.

GCC Multi-Cultural Communications Club to host speech contest

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Giggles and snickers aren't usually welcomed during a speaking contest, but that's the goal of the Toastmasters District 65 Evaluation and Humorous Contest that will be hosted by the Multi-Cultural Communications Club at Genesee Community College on Friday, Oct. 5.

The event is geared toward fine-tuning speaking skills that are generally outside the comfort zone of club members and participants. Toastmasters is an international organization aimed at helping individuals gain the confidence needed to become great speakers and leaders, and ultimately, to find their "voice."

The club's mission is to provide a mutually safe, supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills that foster self-confidence and personal growth.

"We help members become confident, charismatic individuals and to gain practice to become the leaders, speakers and negotiators the global employment marketplace is looking for," said Jacqueline Di Bella, GCC adjunct professor at the college and club advisor.

The light-hearted competition gets under way at 5 p.m. in room T119 of the Conable Technology Building on the Batavia campus. Reservations are required, with ticket prices set at $7 per person for a light supper.

To reserve a seat, contact Jackie DiBella at jedibella@genesee.edu or at 585-278-8851.

Applicants wanted for Batavia Lions Club Young Entrepreneurs Academy

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Do you know a middle- or high-school student, age 11-18, who is interested in starting his or her own REAL business or social movement? If so, they might be a great candidate for the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) and the full-tuition scholarship provided by the Batavia Lions Club!

The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a year-long program that teaches students in grades 6-12 how to start and run their own, REAL businesses. Students brainstorm business ideas, decide if they want to work by themselves or as a team, write a business plan, pitch their plan to investors for funding, and actually launch their own business or social movement. All of the learning is real and experiential. Students leave the class as business owners, complete with a DBA and bank account!

The Young Entrepreneurs Academy, or YEA!, is currently accepting applications for 2012-2013 academic year. YEA! will grant admission to a maximum of 24 students annually in each class. Applications will be accepted until Oct. 12.

Please note that Avon students who are interested in applying for the full-tuition scholarship must submit both the standard application as well as the scholarship application, which can be downloaded at www.yeausa.org

Classes will be held at the University of Rochester (Tuesday evenings), Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Corporate Headquarters (Wednesday evenings) and SUNY Geneseo (Thursday evenings). All classes meet from 4-7 p.m. beginning in November and ending in June.

Classes do not meet during school breaks and holiday recess. Books and supplies will be provided every week to those students who are accepted into the Young Entrepreneurs Academy.

For more information, and to download an application and/or scholarship application, please visit www.yeausa.org <http://www.yeausa.org> , email aosborn@yeausa.org, or call 585-272-3535.

Still want to learn more? You can also feel free to visit the YEA! YouTube site at http://www.youtube.com/user/myyeausa, or check them out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/YEAInc <http://www.facebook.com/YEAInc>.

GCC's 'Bringing Back the '80s' for 3rd Annual Homecoming

By Billie Owens

Press release:

There's something for EVERYONE at Genesee Community College's 3rd Annual Homecoming weekend Sept. 28-29 -- for alumni, students, staff and the community!

We're "Bringin' Back the '80s" with hair bands and Harleys on Friday night. Check out the gleaming chrome of some monster hogs and enjoy the high-stepping moves of the Cougarettes Cheer and Dance Teams. It all starts at 5 p.m. Live music gets under way at 6:30 p.m. with Four Dead Trees, Noah's Reign, Poison'd (Poison tribute) and Red, White and Crue (Motley Crue covers).

On Saturday, "git yer motor runnin'" for the Cruise at the College, which will feature classic cars and trucks on display from 12-4 p.m. in the north parking lot. From 1-4 p.m., greet some of the talented artists who graduated from GCC as they display their best work in the Alumni Art Exhibit in the Roz Steiner Art Gallery.

There will also be alumni and men and women's soccer games throughout the day.

At 5 p.m., GCC honors some of its stellar athletes with the third annual Athletic Hall of Fame Induction. Later, join your friends to raise a glass during the Oktober Brewfest starting at 7 p.m. at Batavia Downs, 8315 Park Road, Batavia.

Tickets are required for some events. Visit http://www.genesee.edu/alumni/homecoming/ for more information or contact GCC Alumni Coordinator Jackie Christenson at (585) 343-0055, ext. 6265, or by email at jkchristenson@genesee.edu.

Local produce, ag jobs highlight GCC's Harvest Festival and Farmer's Market

By Billie Owens

Locally grown fruits and vegetables, including varieties that are cultivated organically, will be featured during a Harvest Festival and Farmer's Market at Genesee Community College on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012.

The market in the Forum of the Batavia campus will have produce and other locally made goods for sale, and is open to the public from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Vendors who plan to offer their harvest include:

•    Lee Farms, Kent – organic beef, tomatoes (subject to change)

•    Harper Hill, Darien – goats milk soaps

•    Harrington's, Batavia – vegetables and fruits

•    Hill 'n' Hollow, Pavilion – fruit vinegars, chutneys and sauces

•    Roanoke Apple Farm, Stafford – apples

•    GCC CEO Club – apple cider syrup and protein snacks

Children and animal enthusiasts will be delighted by the small animal "meet and greet" featuring bunnies, goats, a calf and a miniature horse, which will be grazing on the east lawn of the campus under the watchful eyes of students from the Veterinary Technology Club.

The market is part of a one-day Harvest Festival geared toward students who are considering careers in agriculture, bioengineering, conservation, environmental science and green technology.

The festival will feature a keynote speech from James Kingston of Monroe Tractor, as well as a panel discussion with former NYS Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Nathan Rudgers, who is the current director of business development at FarmCredit of Western NY, and nearly a dozen local experts covering a range of issues that deal with agriculture, including large animal concerns, getting products to market, ridding crops of pests and the finances of agri-business.

Magician Aaron Radatz to awe audiences at Darien Lake's FrightFest

By Billie Owens

New for FrightFest 2012, magician Aaron Radatz will up the ante of this year’s fall festivities. On Friday evenings at 7:30, he will face three primal fears: the fear of drowning, the fear of small spaces, and the fear of death, as he is handcuffed and submerged into a steel drum of ice-cold water. He will only have a lock pick and the air in his lungs to try and free himself before time runs out.

On Saturday nights at 7:30, he will put his life on the line again by hanging 40 feet in the air upside-down in a straitjacket and attempt to beat legendary magician Harry Houdini's best time at the same escape.

Both of these shock-and-awe performances will take place on stage near The Emporium.

For the fearless few, be sure to check out Dr. D.C. East’s House of Horrors, the Final Field Trip, Road Rage Cage, and the Possessed Twister for a frightfully good time. Families will also find fun and entertaining activities such as pumpkin painting, the Monster Mash Dance Party, a trick or treat trail, and the LaserBlast Spooktacular show.

Also, comedy duo Jessie and James will bring their unique blend of physical comedy and circus arts to entertain the audience.

Rowdy’s Ridge and all six roller coasters will be open on Saturday during the day along with other rides. FrightFest hours of operation are Fridays 6 to 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays 12 to 10 p.m., now through Oct. 13, plus one Sunday -- Oct. 7

For more information on FrightFest visit www.DarienLake.com or call 585-599-4641.

Mega rummage and bake sale at Salvation Army Community Center

By Billie Owens

A Mega Rummage Sale and Blow Out Bake Sale will take place at The Salvation Army Community Center on Friday, Oct. 5.

It is located at 529 E. Main St. in the City of Batavia.

The rummage sale is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include toys, books, linens, housewares, bric-a-brac, and much more.

The bake sale is from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature sweets, coffee and apple pies.

For more information or to donate, call 343-6284.

Darien Lakes announced new thrill ride and 'Laser Blast' show upgrades

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Darien Lake announced exciting plans for the 2013 season including a major upgrade to the popular Laser Blast show and a new tower thrill ride.

Leading off the improvements is an extensive upgrade to the popular nightly Laser Blast show, adding cutting-edge water technology, pyrotechnics, and high-value production that will transform the classic laser show into a new summer spectacular, “Ignite the Night.”

The show will feature a 60-foot water screen as the backdrop to an action-packed show that chronicles events from the 1950s to today, including a tribute to Canada and our country’s heroes.

“We are really pleased to be able to bring this show to Darien Lake,” said Darien Lake General Manager Bob Montgomery. “Guests who enjoyed our Laser Blast show will be amazed at the new lifelike video projected onto the huge, 60-foot water screen. The special effects are incredible. Think Laser Blast on steroids!”

The other major improvement is called “Blast Off" -- a 185-foot thrill ride that will accelerate thrill-seekers to the top of a tower in a way that simulates an actual NASA launch.

“Guests will experience the feeling of 4G, equivalent to what the astronauts in the Space Shuttle experience. It is a real thrill,” Montgomery said.

Blast Off will be located in the “Waterfront Boardwalk” area, which will undergo significant renovations in the off-season. The Waterfront Boardwalk will celebrate the nostalgia of New York’s popular lakeside resorts and communities of the 1950s and will include classic rides like the Grand Carousel and The Big Wheel, along with new dining options and a “jumping water” attraction where kids of all ages will enjoy splashing and chasing dancing water streams.

“This new area will be all about Buffalo and Western New York’s wonderful lakes. It will be bustling with activity and provide a great opportunity for family fun,” Montgomery said.

Both new attractions will be ready for opening day 2013, which is set for Saturday, May 11.

Season Passes for the 2013 season are available for purchase online at www.DarienLake.com or at Darien Lake during operating hours for only $64.99 plus tax each. Guests can purchase season passes now and get free admission to Fright Fest plus receive the best price and benefit package of the season including free parking with every pass, free tickets for friends and more! 

2013 Season Pass purchasers also will be invited to a special “Sneak Peak” on Friday, May 10. Full information on the Darien Lake season pass program can be found online at www.DarienLake.com/plan-a-visit/season-pass.

Free Pasta for Peace dinner to feature pastor Roula Alkhouri on 'Syria Today'

By Billie Owens

Submitted by Pax Christi Genesee County

Roula Alkhouri, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Batavia, will be the featured speaker at the Pasta for Peace free spaghetti dinner, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, at First Presbyterian Church, 300 E. Main St. in Batavia.

The program is sponsored by Pax Christi Genesee County. Her subject will be “Syria Today."

Pastor Alkhouri says, though her family in Syria is not targeted, “The danger comes from the surrounding violence. There are bombs, bullets, and shrapnel that might hit them randomly. They have also struggled because of the economy. Work for many people is irregular and often disrupted.

"The price of basic commodities has risen dramatically. My father has been actively helping in some peacemaking efforts in his own town. He is working with the leaders of his community to insure that Muslims and Christians work together and not hate each other."

She says, “It would be in the interest of the U.S. to help with a peace process. The problem is that we are not seen as fair arbitrators. First, we have a strong prejudice against Islam. In a way, Islam has replaced the Soviet Union as our enemy. Secondly, we are seen in the Middle East as siding with the corrupt leaders who oppress the people. We and the rest of the Western countries have supported dictatorships in the Middle East and exploited those connections to our benefit, for example our relationship with former Egyptian leader Housni Mubarak.

"Thirdly, our unquestioned support of Israel at the expense of justice for the Palestinians makes people in the Middle East suspect of our commitment to a just peace in the Middle East. Fourth, our military involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan is seen by the majority of Middle Easterners as an unjust manipulation and use of force to protect our interests in Middle Eastern oil.”

According to Pastor Alkhouri, “The roots of this civil war right now go back to the colonial divisions of the turn of the 20th Century, and the French and British of the region to guarantee their access to oil. This goes back to the Sykes-Picot agreement between (mainly) the French and the British around the time of World War I where after the fall of the Ottoman Empire the French and the British took over the divided regions and worked with the local groups with a policy of divide and rule.

These divisions were not based on cultural connections and traditions but on colonial interests, namely oil. For example, in Syria the French empowered the Alawites against other groups. That is why today the violent conflict that is taking place in Syria is difficult to solve because people have harbored ill feelings against each other for decades and there is a strong sense of lack of trust.

She states further, “Another important factor in the 'Arab Spring' is the rise in food prices.” She quotes the Economist, “the Middle East and North Africa depend more on imported food than anywhere else. Most Arab countries buy half of what they eat from abroad; and between 2007 and 2010, cereal imports to the region rose 13 percent, to 66m tonnes.

"Because they import so much, Arab countries suck in food inflation when world prices rise. In 2007-08, they spiked, with some staple crops doubling in price. In Egypt local food prices rose 37 percent in 2008-10.”

She adds, “Unsurprisingly, the spike triggered a wave of bread riots. Bahrain, Yemen, Jordan, Egypt and Morocco saw demonstrations about food in 2008. They all suffered political uprisings three years later. The Arab Spring was obviously about much more than food. But it played a role."

"The food-price spike was the final nail in the coffin for regimes that were failing to deliver on their side of the social contract,” according to Jane Harrigan of London's School of Oriental and African Studies.

Pax Christi Genesee County is a chapter of the national Catholic Peace Movement, Pax Christi USA. Pax Christi operates on an interfaith basis locally. The group hopes that its Pasta for Peace series will help promote better understanding of important topics, regionally and beyond.

More information is available at <http://PaxChristiWNY.weebly.com>. Questions may be referred to Pax Christi moderator William Privett, wprivett.paxchristi@gmail.com.

Pre-registration calls to either: Joyce 757-2218, or Trudy: 599-3302.

Cornell Cooperative Extension to hold annual meeting

By Billie Owens

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County will hold its annual meeting at 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 15. The event will be held at City Slickers Bar & Grill (in the lower level lounge).

City Slickers is located at 59 Main St. in Batavia. Light refreshments will be served.

The business portion of the meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m .with election of officers, constitution amendments and recognition of staff and volunteers. The meeting is open to the public.

For more information, to view the proposed constitution changes, or to RSVP contact Brandie at 343-3040, ext.101, or stop by the extension office at 420 E. Main St. in Batavia.

AARP NY: Free dinner, presidential debate viewing & discussion at Go ART!

By Billie Owens

From American Association of Retired Persons, NY:

Please join AARP New York for Dinner and a Debate in Batavia!

AARP has been taking the debate about the future of Medicare and Social Security out from behind closed doors in Washington so you can have a voice. On Oct. 3, join us in Batavia to continue our national conversation while watching President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney debate important federal issues such as Social Security, Medicare and Financial Security.

Come enjoy a pre-debate dinner, pick up Presidential and Congressional voters’ guides, and feel free to stay with us to watch the debate on the big screen! Come make your voice heard!

What: Presidential Debate Watch Party

When: Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m.  /  Dinner 7:30 p.m.

Voters’ Guide Presentation & Discussion -- 9 – 10:30 p.m. – Presidential Debate

Where: Go Art! Seymour Place 201 E. Main St.

This event is free and open to the public, but we appreciate your RSVP in advance. RSVP by calling toll-free: 1-877-926-8300 or register online: http://aarp.cvent.com/DebateWatchBatavia

'Stitches in Time 2012 Quilt Show'

By Daniel Crofts

The Museum Quilt Guild's biennial quilt show -- named "Stitches in Time" this year -- takes place this weekend at the Alexander Fireman's Recreation Hall, at 10708 Alexander Road/Route 98 in Alexander.

Times are as follows:

  • Friday, Oct. 19 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Oct. 20 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission is $5, and tickets can be purchased at the Farmers Market at the Batavia Downs parking lot (at 8315 Park Road in Batavia) from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Fridays.

The show will include a display of over 200 quilts made by guild members, a boutique, vendors, a silent auction, demonstrations and a Raffle Quilt.

For more information, contact Mary Ellen Hartwick at emmy_1953@yahoo.com or call 409-9297.

Fall Nursing Job Fair at GCC will bring more than 20 professional groups to Batavia

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Genesee Community College continues to demonstrate a commitment to student success and community connections on Thursday, Oct. 25 when more than 20 of the area's top healthcare employers and four-year universities will attend the fifth annual Fall Nursing Job Fair to explore educational and career opportunities.

The event is open to the public, and will be held at the Batavia Campus of Genesee Community College in the Forum from 12 – 2 p.m.

It is designed to introduce potential new employees and/or transferring students to four-year nursing colleges or a future employer, and also provides healthcare businesses an opportunity to present their trade and services to the local community.

Employers and universities represented include:

Catholic Health System
Daemen College – Dept of Nursing
Erie County Medical Center
D'Youville College – School of Nursing
HCR Home Care
Grand Canyon University – Nursing Program
Jewish Home of Rochester
Keuka College – Accelerated Studies for Adults Program
Kaleida Health
Roberts Wesleyan College – School of Nursing
Lifetime Care
The College at Brockport – Army ROTC program
Monroe Community Hospital
Trocaire College
New York Army National Guard
University of Rochester School of Nursing
Rochester General Health System
United Memorial Medical Center
WNY DDSO

For a full list of attendees, please visit www.genesee.edu/career/events.

Participants are encouraged to dress prepared for an interview and to bring their resume. Students will have the opportunity to access real jobs, promote themselves and get their "foot in the door" at several local health centered organizations.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2010, the median annual wage of registered nurses was $64,690. As a result of technology advances and an increased emphasis on preventative care, employment of registered nurses is expected to grow 26 percent between now and 2020.

Parking and attendance are free. For directions and additional details, please contact the Career Services office at 345-6888.

Peaceful Genesee to host four-part series: 'Path to Reduce Community Violence'

By Daniel Crofts
Submitted by Beth Stich:
 
Peaceful Genesee is offering a four part-series entitled “Path to Reduce Community Violence.”
 
The series will be held at Genesee Community College, 1 College Road in Batavia from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 3, 17, 31 and Nov. 14 in the Conable Technology Building.
 
Admission is free for students. A $10 donation per session is suggested for adults. Beverages will be provided, and participants can bring their lunches.
 
On Oct. 3, “The Root Causes of Violence” will be presented by Professor Barry Gan, director of the Center for Non-Violence at St. Bonaventure University.
 
On Oct. 17, Gan will discuss “Non-Traditional Approaches to Reduce Community Violence.”
 
On Oct. 31, “De-escalating Heightened Tensions” will be presented by Duke Duchscherer, a certified trainer with the International Center of Nonviolent Communication.
 
On Nov. 14, Kit Miller, director of the M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence in Rochester, will present “Creating the Community Commitment.”
 
Following each speaker, a panel of local experts will lead discussion. Each program will conclude with an interactive workshop.
 
Pre-registration is appreciated. Please call Sue Gagne at 344-2611 or email suegcmha@2kinet. For more information, visit peacefulgenesee.weebly.com.

Arts council announces new gallery exhibits

By Billie Owens

The Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council announced new gallery exhibits for September and October.

GO ART! Bank of Castile Main Gallery, Seymour Place, 201 E. Main St., Batavia – An exhibit by Kim Martillotta, features mixed media, collages, paintings, photos and sculptures by this Albion artist. Exhibit is open through Wednesday, Oct. 31. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and by appointment.
 
GO ART! Batavia Satellite Gallery, Genesee County Senior Center, 2 Bank St., Batavia – “Ethereal,” a photography exhibit by Ann Parker is on display at the Senior Center in Batavia. Exhibited through Wednesday, Oct. 31. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.

GO ART! exhibits are made possible, in part, with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a State agency. For more information, contact GO ART! at 343-9313 or visit <http://www.GOart.org>.

Two Batavia medical offices link to health-info tech system

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Nearly 400 medical practices throughout the eight counties of Western New York have joined HEALTHeLINK, using health information technology for secure access to their patients’ medical information immediately at the point of care.

Batavia Pediatrics and Lamb Family Practice, both in Batavia, are the latest practices to join HEALTHeLINK.

This is a collaborative effort among Western New York hospital systems, health plans, physician practices, and other health care organizations to share and access clinical information about their patients in efficient ways to improve the delivery of care, enhance outcomes, and help control health care costs through the reduction of duplicate tests and medication errors.

Through HEALTHeLINK, a physician has immediate electronic access to patient data, including lab and radiology reports, prescriptions, and more. Patients allow physicians and other authorized clinical professionals to access their health information by signing a consent form.

More than 400,000 Western New Yorkers have already given their health care providers better access to the information they need by completing a consent form. Ask for a HEALTHeLINK consent form at your doctor’s office or download one today at www.wnyhealthelink.com.

YWCA offers free 'empowerment' workshops on Tuesdays

By Billie Owens

The YWCA of Genesee County will offer free workshops this autumn beginning Tuesday, Sept. 18. Say YES to the Y(WCA) E(mpowerment) (S)eries).

If you're a fan of Greek-style yogurt, like throwing great parties, want well-behaved dogs and have healthy teeth, then you won't want to miss out!

Each workshop will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Y, located at 301 North St. in Batavia.

Sept. 18

Learn how to make yogurt with Trystan Sandvoss of First Light Farm & Creamery. There will be materials available for purchase o that you can start making your own tangy, Greek-style yogurt right away!

Sept. 25

Get some tips on how to make your dog behave during walks, with company, and in your home. Trainer Thomas Purcell will offer demonstrations and he invites participants to bring their dogs (must have a copy of rabies certificate).

Oct. 2

Enchanted Florist owner Kathleen Anna-Gonzalez will offer ways to decorate and plan for a fabulous party, whether for a birthday, wedding, Christmas or any other occasion.

Oct. 9

Dental expert Ellie Phillips will talk about the familiar and not-so-well-known ways to keep your teeth and gums in excellent health.

Plus, there are other exciting topics coming up, including how to organize your clutter, transition from one career to another, and map out a solid plan for New Year's wellness.

Advanced registration is appreciated. For more information, go to

www.ywcagenesee.org/empowerment-series/

or call 343-5808.

 

Visit an alpaca farm during National Alpaca Farm Days

By Billie Owens

National Alpaca Farm Days are Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 29-30. Genesee County has six alpaca farms and this would be the perfect time to visit.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tour a farm, view live demonstrations, learn about raising and breeding alpacas and purchase one-of-a-kind alpaca products. Fun for the whole family!

For more information, please visit:

http://www.nationalalpacafarmdays.com/

Also, Northwoods Alpacas, in Bergen, is participating on a special Alpaca Country Trail. This trail features our different farms across Western New York. Visit each of the four farms, collect clues to a solve a mystery and enter for your chance to win an alpaca product worth $200.

For more information visit:

http://www.alpacacountrytrail.com

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