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EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLEN POE Friday, October 25th • 6-7pm Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Jamestown
POW, Retired US Air Force Colonel Cordier Spoke in Celoron
Dr. Daniel DeMarte Aims for More Students, Workforce Training
IDOL KINGS TRIBUTE CONCERT Friday, October 25th • 7:30pm 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Friday, October 25th • 10pm Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Jamestown HAUNTING AT THE MALL October 25th & 26th • 7:30-11:30pm Chautauqua Mall, Lakewood “PUMPKINTOWN” October 26th &27th • 10-6 pm 3435 Baker Street, Jamestown JAMESTOWN PUBLIC MARKET Saturday, October 26th • 10-2 pm Jamestown Public Market, Jamestown TRICK OR TREAT FOR ADULTS Saturday, October 26th • 10-6pm Liberty Vineyards & Winery, Sheridan LIVE AT THE MET; MANON Saturday, October 26th • 1-5pm 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia MONSTER MASH HALLOWEEN Saturday, October 26th • 1-9pm Fenton History Center, Jamestown BOO BASH + BOO N’ BREW Saturday, October 26th • 2-6pm Chautauqua Mall, Lakewood LINDA RONSTADT Saturday, October 26th • 7:30pm 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Fredonia
JBSA- Retired Col. Ken Cordier (left) and retired Col. Joe Milligan stand in front of an F-4 Phantom during the 43rd Freedom Flyer Reunion symposium at Joint Base SanAntonio-Randolph. Photo/Joel Martinez
By Sharon Witchey It was evident that someone important was coming to speak at the Harbor Hotel in Celoron. Impressively sized American and military flags were held by men and women at the entrance to the
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hotel. Motorcycles flanked the porte cochere. Guests who were leaving the hotel for the evening were heard inquiring about the important guest. The guest of the Vets Finding Vets Project and the See “POW” Page 6
Dr. DeMarte (above) said what’s a little bit new for JCC is their focusing more intently on workforce needs.
By Nicholas Pircio He’s held the position of president for just over a year at Jamestown Community College. Dr. Daniel DeMarte, an Angelica native and graduate of Archbishop Walsh High School, became the new JCC President in July of 2018. He took time
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Early voting times and locations can be found on page 5.
By Ann-Marie Gariepy
or pulling out all the stops for a romantic dinner for two, it’s all on If you’re looking for appetizers the menu at Brazill’s on Main. and cocktails with friends, a light Snuggly appointed in the heart lunch while visiting the quaint shops of Westfield, NY owner Tammy Skelton invites you to experience the old world charm and comfort that Brazill’s on Main has to offer all who pass through their door. Speaking to Tammy’s son Brandon, I got a real sense of a business rooted in family and community. Previously owned by the Brazill family for 3 years, a Word? ....Page 8
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recently to discuss developments at the college, and where it might be heading. Dr. DeMarte came to JCC from Tidewater Community College in Norfolk, Virginia, where he served as Executive Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs.
By Carol Fisher America is facing a crisis on which we can all agree: low voter turnout in local elections. Nationwide, only 27 percent of eligible voters vote in local elections. In a local 2015 election, which is comparative to the one we are being offered now, Chautauqua County residents didn’t quite match the odds with only 23% eligible voters (17,991 of 75,000) checking in, but, 52% of those (9,380 of 17,991) were women. Ladies, 52% is
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beyond extraordinary! That number indicates that you have an HUGE interest in local government. There are 88 women on the ballot across the County, roughly 31% of all those running for office. Women in government provide a nurturing and empathetic voice in the halls of justice and administration. In issues such as nursing homes, the opioid epidemic, jobs, aging, climate, and infrastructure and alternate energy sources, more women’s voices need to be heard. You’re getting out there to vote will put your personal woman’s perspective and voice into office. The 19th amendment guarantees all American women the right to vote. Realizing this milestone demanded a lengthy and difficult fight. Remember, many Americans thought that this as an extremely radical addition to the American Constitution. This change was painful and lengthy, beginning in the mid-19th century. It took generations of courageous woman suffragettes who lectured, wrote, marched, lobbied, and practiced See “VOTE” Page 7
More Than Just The Music Rolling Hills Radio Spotlight:
Sean Rowe & Andy Cohen, Oct. 28
By Jessica Schultz
The first book regarded as the English Dictionary was written by Robert Cawdrey, a schoolmaster and former clergyman of the Church of England in 1604. Cawdrey used word lists published in educational textbooks from as early as 1582. The Oxford dictionary was created by Henry Watson Fuller and his brother Frank from their cottage on Guernsey Island in the English Channel
Westfield Cemetery Tours ....Page 4 October 25 & 26 at 6pm
Be brave at the Westfield Cemetery Tours in Westfield on October 25th & 26th from 6pm till 10pm. Come join this new annual tradition brought to you by the Patterson Library, Lake Shore Center for the Arts, CCHS at the McClurg Museum, The Village of Westfield, The Westfield Cemetery Association, and the Westfield-Barcelona Chamber of Commerce.
“Once upon a time…” is how all the traditional fairytales begin. If you have ever wanted to experience one of those stories in person, The Fenton History Center has the perfect event for you. On October 26th from 1pm9pm you can join in the “2nd Annual Historic Monster Mash Celebration”, where this year they will bring to life the Grimm Brother’s Fairy Tales. The Grimm Fairy Tales were first published in 1812, and can provide enough material for some historic See “MONSTER” Page 7
By Ann-Marie Gariepy Sean Rowe and Andy Cohen are slated to take the stage at Shawbucks, Monday October 28, 6:308:30pm for the next episode of Rolling Hills Radio (RHR). While they will both be bringing to Jamestown some of the most creative, original and deeply rooted Americana music to our area, you don’t have to dig too deep to realize they are both more than just their music. I was given the humbling opportunity to interview See “MUSIC” Page 8
Westfield Cemetery Tours : October 25th, 2019 : Academy Street, Westfield
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35th Citywide Halloween
Annual Fun Fest Arrives At The Former Allen Park Ice Rink, October 31st
Mayor Sam Teresi, R. Patti Excavating & Concrete Angie Viola, Recreation Coordinator Julia CieslaHanley, Allen Park Women’s Club Carol Drake, City Council President Marie Carrubba, Fessenden, Laumer & DeAngelo Galena Duba-Weaver; Honest John’s John Raymond; Parks Manager John Williams The 35th Annual Citywide Halloween Fun-Fest will be held on Thursday, October 31, from 6 p.m. to 8 pm at the former Allen Park Ice Rink. The event has been planned to offer a safe, fun and nocost alternative to trick-ortreating door to door. The event is for children 12 years of age and under. A child must accompany individuals over 12 years of age, and a parent
or an adult must accompany children under 6 years. The evening will feature games, a haunted house, refreshments, and musical entertainment by Take 2. There will be a Costume Parade at 6:30 pm and 7:30pm as part of the two costume judging contests with winners announced at 6:45pm and 7:45pm. Two grand prize winners will
receive bicycles. This year’s Fun Fest is presented free of charge through the generosity of the City of Jamestown, Allen Park Women’s Club, Artone Manufacturing, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, Fessenden, Laumer, & DeAngelo; Honest John’s Pizza, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Jamestown Bowling Company, Media One Group, Morton Club, R. Patti Excavating & Concrete; Southern Tier Supply, Starbucks, and Wegmans. Special thanks go to students from Jamestown High School Key Club and Jamestown High School National Honor Society who helped fill candy bags. Other volunteers and members of the City’s Parks, Recreation & Conservation Commission will also be adding their support to the event. For more information about the Halloween Fun Fest, contact Julia Ciesla-Hanley at (716) 483-7523 or visit the City’s website at www. jamestownny.net.
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“Five Faces of WWII”
Author Phil Zimmer At Bemus Point Historical Society, November 13th
Local author Phil Zimmer will present “Five Faces of WWII” at 7pm Wednesday, Nov. 13, to the Bemus Point Historical Society (BPHS). The event is open to the general public without charge and will be held at the BPHS building located adjacent to the fire hall on Alburtus Avenue in the village. Zimmer will discuss five area veterans who served in World War II and whose recollections Gregory Peterson recorded on film. Peterson is co-founder of the
Robert H. Jackson Center and the driving force behind the Center’s “Defenders of Freedom” project. The speaker assisted with the project that captured the comments of more than 300 area WWII veterans. Those attending the event will be able to see and hear the veterans discuss their experiences, fears, and hopes during their service in WWII which took more than 65 million lives and has been called the “worst man-made catastrophe in history.” Zimmer has written extensively on WWII for the national media. He has placed more than two-dozen extended articles in journals and magazines on such topics as the German invasion of Norway and the Battle of Britain to a series of technical articles, including one on the Soviet T-34 tank and one on a large Japanese underwater aircraft carrier that had the potential to alter the course of WWII. His extended feature on
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Trick-or-treating is to have a shot at the bar! the capture of U-505 off the a Halloween ritual for 1. Travel in groups and look west coast of Africa served as children and adults. Children left and right when crossing. the cover story for the April in costumes travel from house- 2. Decorate costumes and issue of America in WWII to-house during appointed bags with reflective tape magazine. His most recent hours asking for treats with the or stickers and, if possible, article focused on female phrase “Trick or treat”. Adults choose light colors. Soviet snipers who bedeviled on the other hand, do the exact 3. Choose face paint and German forces on the Eastern same thing in one location (be makeup whenever possible Front. That story appeared it a bar, or a friend’s house) the instead of masks, which can in the Fall issue of WWII entire evening long. obstruct vision. Quarterly. Below are some safety tips 4. Carry glow sticks or The retiree also is a WWII for both scenarios. They all flashlights to help see and be reenactor who often takes seem rather obvious for the seen by others. to the field as a British parents traveling with their 5. When selecting a costume, correspondent. Many of his children across the streets make sure it is the right size to reenacting photographs can candy hunting. They are also prevent trips and falls. be seen on his open Facebook useful however, for adults I hope this helps! Have fun! Practice Safety During page. crossing the room with friends Until next week! JZ He is a former reporter Trick-or-Treating Hours for The Post-Journal and Interested in Advertising? had an extended career Please contact us at the office, 716-699-2058 in communications and or email info@thevillagerny.com marketing. He served in prominent positions at the State University at Fredonia, Chautauqua Institution, the Publisher Jeanine Zimmer University of Akron and the info@thevillagerny.com University of Vermont. Writers COMMUNITY PAPER OF CHAUTAUQUA C OMMUNITIES The Jamestown native holds As Noted in By-Lines an undergraduate degree in PO Box 608, Bemus Point, NY 14712 • (716) 699-2058 Office Manager history from SUNY Fredonia Jessica Schultz Lakeside Ledger is a free weekly publication serving Chautauqua and a master’s in journalism The County, compliments of our advertisers. The views expressed within the Sales from Penn State University. publication do not necessarily reflect those of the Publisher or of the info@thevillagerny.com
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At the National Comedy Center, November 1st, 7 pm
At The Lily Dale Assembly of Lily Dale, November 1st & 2nd Dr. Brenda Hawkin’s workshops taking place at the Lily Dale Assembly inst Lily Dale are on November 1 from 7pm till 10pm and November 2nd from 9:30am till 4:30pm. Therapeutic Touch (TT) is an energy healing method derived from spiritual layingon-of-hands methods found in spiritual communities and cultures worldwide. TT assumes that illness; emotional turmoil, etc. stem from
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Small Business Saturday
and Funniest Contact Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce For Details On Nov. 30th Event The National Comedy Center music, an assortment of Costume, of Jamestown is hosting alcohol including seasonal Couples Costume. imbalances that first manifest a Spooktacular Party on craft beer from Southern This event is included with Once again this year the support our local economy. Saturday advertising. There is in the energy field. November 1st, starting at 7pm. Tier Brewery, and a costume your day’s National ComedyChautauqua County Chamber The Chamber of Commerce no additional cost to Chamber TT explores the energy field Continue your Halloween contest- all while interacting Center admission. members to participate. for imbalances, and as balance festivities at one of the with our 50 deeply funny There will be craft beer,of Commerce will help to has signed on again this year In addition to print and is restored, healing can occur. “World’s Greatest Places” exhibits! Prizes will be given wine and signature cocktailscelebrate Small Business as a Neighborhood Champion Originally developed by radio advertising the for Small Business Saturday. Saturday on the Saturday after spiritual healer Dora Kunz [Time Magazine] with live for Best Costume, Funniest available at additional cost. Thanksgiving. This annual We will help to promote Chamber will promote local and by Delores Krieger, R.N., event promoted nationally local businesses and help to businesses across social Ph.D. of New York University, by American Express and run some local events for media platforms as well. For its effectiveness is such that it is now taught at 80 universities its partners is designed to Small Business Saturday. If information or to participate, and colleges and used in more Trick-or-Treating: October 29th 6-7pm Throughout the Library! the Chamber’s encourage holiday shoppers your small, locally owned email than 38 countries. Cost is $150 Dress up and walk around the library trick-or-treating while listening to to spend some time in small, business is a member of Director of Marketing and a person. the stories at each station! For more information, ongoing programs, locally owned businesses that the Chamber, contact us no Communications, Sheila and the latest news check our website www.lakewoodlibrary.org AND may offer unique and special later than November 4 to be Webster, at swebster@ items, thereby helping to listed in our Small Business chautauquachamber.org. FIND US ON FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
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New OB/GYN Announced
Dr. Safa Lohrasbi Joins The Chautauqua Center At Their Dunkirk Site
Dr. Lohrasbi, OB/GYN is now seeing patients from throughout Chautauqua County at 319 Central Ave, Suite B, Dunkirk, NY. DUNKIRK, NY/ JAMESTOWN, NY (Oct 15, 2019) The Chautauqua Center is excited to announce the addition of a new BoardCertified OB/GYN who is currently accepting new patients at their Dunkirk site, 319 Central Ave, Suite B. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Dr. Safa Lohrasbi received his Doctor of Osteopathy from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima, WA. He served as the Chief Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology, at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, NY. Dr. Lohrasbi will be providing a wide range of preventative care services including pap smears, STI testing, pelvic exams and ultrasounds. He will also provide healthcare during pregnancy, prenatal care and family planning
services. Patients from all over Chautauqua county are encouraged to schedule an appointment. To help announce their newest provider, the Chautauqua Center invites the community to this month’s free Breast Cancer Awareness Events: the Dunkirk MammoGrammy’s will be held on Thursday, October 17th, 2019 at the Clarion Hotel Conference Center, 30 Lakeshore Drive E, Dunkirk, from 11:00-3:00 PM. A similar event will be held one week later in Jamestown on Thursday, October 24th, 2019, at the Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute Street, Jamestown, from 11:00-3:00 PM. The events feature free onsite breast exams performed by Dr. Lohrasbi, OB/GYN. Same-day mammograms will be available for eligible participants with free transportation to Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk and UPMC Chautauqua in Jamestown. To receive a mammogram, participants must have a prescription from their provider. If you are not a Chautauqua Center patient, call your provider ahead of time and bring your script to the event. The events celebrate health, increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and encourage both men and women to be proactive in getting screened. Free massages, food, gift cards and a Chinese Auction add a fun spin to the gatherings.
The events are sponsored by the Clarion Hotel Conference Center and BlueCross BlueShield of WNY with donations of service or goods from: The Cutting Crew, E2CCB BOCES, DJ Sixto Rosario, Laurie Schultz of the Fitness Bunker, Andrea Pagels LMT, Labyrinth Press Company, Jamestown Brewing Company, Panache Salon & Day Spa, Full Moon Rising Bakery, Phoenix Rising Wellness Studio, Fresh and Fancy Flowers and Gifts, Salon Belle Vie, Forbicci, Lotus Healing Center and Samsara Yoga Center. Other partnering organizations include the American Cancer Society, the Jamestown Breast Cancer Support Group and Cancer Service Program of Steuben, Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua Center has locations in Dunkirk and Jamestown and is always accepting new patients. Services include primary care, women’s health, pediatrics, behavioral health, dental care, substance abuse services, insurance enrollment and pharmacy. The Chautauqua Center accepts all insurances, offers a sliding fee scale, and offers payment plans. Hours are Monday-Thursday 8am7pm, Friday 8am- 5pm. For more information, visit www. thechautauquacenter.org. To schedule an appointment for you and your family, call (716) 363-6050 to speak with a bilingual patient registration specialist.
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JCB Journal: Sixth Installment Two Players Rise To Baseball Fame For The Jamestown Falcons
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In anticipation of the Jamestown Community Baseball team returning to play at Diethrick Park in 2020, the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame will be taking a
look back at the rich baseball history in the city. This is the sixth installment of series of articles, called “JCB Journal,” which will be sent weekly until Opening Day in June. The 1944 Jamestown Falcons, under manager Ollie Carnegie, finished in second place during the regular season but dominated post-season play to win the Governor’s Cup as PONY League champions. Among the stars of owner Harry Bisgeier’s team was a 5-foot, 4-inch center fielder from St. Thomas, PA. Nellie Fox batted .304 for the Falcons and was soon on his way to a 19-year major league career as a second baseman.
All About Bats At the JCC-Carnahan Center, October 26th, 10am
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At the Chautauqua Mall In Lakewood, October 26th, 2pm - 4pm
The 1959 American League Join us for BOO BASH MVP for the Chicago Whitea Halloween party for the Sox was the first of two playerskiddos on Saturday, October to make it from Jamestown to26 from 2pm-4pm. Enjoy Cooperstown when he wascrafts, snacks, games, trickinducted into the Baseball Hallor-treating and more! Then, of Fame in 1999. The otherstick around for the Boo ‘n former Jamestown player toBrew happening from 3-6pm: be enshrined is Randy JohnsonBrew for the adults + activities who played at College Stadiumfor the kiddos = so much food during the 1985 season. and fun for everyone. The star pitcher for the ’44 Plus, from 3pm-6pm, Falcons was “Lefty” Lylevisit KIDS HAUNT AT Parkhurst, a 20-game winnerTHE HAUNTING AT THE including 8 shutouts. After hisMALL. $5 per person. A playing days were complete,portion of the proceeds “Parky” became a locallybenefits the Chautauqua well-known baseball umpireCounty Humane Society. and basketball referee. He Chautauqua Mall Invites was elected to the Chautauquaguests to eat, drink and be Sports Hall of Fame in 1982. scary at the first annual
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trc Dental also welcomes new providers, Dr. Paul Meyerhoff and Dr. Jeanne chi-Mei Yang. They join Drs. Linda Bowman and John vona.
Boo Bash & Boo N’ Brew
Held October 25th & 26th At the Westfield Cemetery In Westfield, 6pm
litter. In addition, donations of cleaning supplies and towels are also appreciated. A complete wish list can be found here: https://spcapets. com/waystogive/wishlist/. In addition, donations of cleaning supplies and towels are also appreciated. For up to date information on Boo ‘n Brew, follow Chautauqua Mall on Facebook or visit https:// chautauquamall.com. Vendors interested in learning how to get involved can contact Kate Miller, Marketing Director at 716.763.9355 x8225 or kate. miller@washingtonprime. com.
Live From The Met: “Manon” Via Satellite At The 1891 Fredonia Opera House, October 26th, 1pm
for a workshop all about bats. Youth of all ages are eligible to participate. Learn about bats and why they are so important. After learning about bat conservation, we will be making bat houses that you will take home. The cost of the workshop is $10 and it includes all materials. This amount is payable via cash or check, onLive via satellite from NYC’s the day of the workshop. ScrewMetropolitan Opera at the guns will be needed to make1981 Fredonia Opera House the bat houses, so parentalon October 26th at 1pm is supervision may be required“Manon”. for younger children. Please General Admission is $20, RSVP to 716-664-9502, ext.$18 for members, $10 for 214 or kde32@cornell.edu.students and $142 with Live at the Met Flex Subscription. We’ll see you soon! Jules Massenet’s tale of passion and excess, and their consequences stars rising
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Boo ‘n Brew! On Saturday, October 26 from 3-6pm, Chautauqua Mall will offer a family-friendly fall-themed event featuring a diverse beer sampling selection from Southern Tier Brewing and wine from Woodbury Vineyards. We Speak Canadian will provide live entertainment. Boo ‘n Brew will be located in the parking lot outside of Chautauqua Mall’s main entrance. Admission to Boo ‘n Brew and Boo Bash is free. Guests are encouraged to bring a donation to support Chautauqua County Humane Society’s Pet Pantry. There is a great need for cat food and cat
soprano Lisette Oropesa in the effervescent title role of the tragic beauty who longs for the finer things in life. Tenor Michael Fabiano is her ardent admirer, Chevalier des Grieux, whose desperate love for Manon proves their undoing. Maurizio Benini conducts Laurent Pelly’s enchanting production. A take on the quintessentially French tale of the beautiful young woman who is incapable of forsaking both love and luxury, Massenet’s Manon features one of the truly unforgettable, irresistible, and archetypal female characters in opera. While the story is firmly set in class and gender issues of the past, the character of Manon
herself is timeless, convincing, and familiar. The opera has been a success ever since its premiere, championed by a diverse roster of singers who have cherished its dramatic opportunities, exalted style, and ravishing music. The opera is set in and around Paris, with familiar landmarks such as the church of St. Sulpice forming important reference points in the story. The opera was originally set in the early 18th century, but the Met’s current production places the story in the late 19th century, the so-called “Belle Époque” and the time when the opera was written. The opera runs three hours, 52 minutes with two intermissions.
Giant Spotted Salamander Arrives
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The threeboth carriage and walking www.tinadillon.net • thedillonteam@gmail.com story Nature Center contains tours. interactive displays, a The cost is $20 per person collection of live animals, and for the carriage tours, and $15 per person (ages 13 and up) While the new Spotted Salamander at Audubon the Blue Heron Gift Shop. and $5 (ages 12 and under) for Community Nature Center is expected to be enjoyed Building hours are Mondaythe walking tours. Each ticket primarily by kids, staff members Katie Finch (left) Saturday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. In the Village of Bemus Point, N.Y. on Chautauqua Lake includes a complimentary and Kim Turner demonstrate that adults can use and Sundays 1-4 p.m. The 600-acre wetland lantern and refreshment. it for a bench as well. The addition to Audubon’s preserve with six miles of Apartment Let’s all enjoy this season Nature Play Area was created and donated by Mike Rentals together, as we learn about Whitmire of Whitmire Outdoor Living in Starbrick, hiking trails, a native tree Available arboretum, gardens, natural some of our local predecessors Pa. August play space, and exhibit of interred at the Westfield December, Liberty, the non-releasable Cemetery Association! All 2019 Jamestown, N.Y. – A new the trail from Tank the Turtle. Bald Eagle, can be visited tickets can be purchased at Starting at https://tinyurl.com/y6em7fx5 creature is making its home at It weighs less but is about from dawn until dusk daily. $179/Night Audubon Community Nature two feet longer than Tank, To learn more about Center (ACNC). the 1500-pound creature that Audubon and its many Measuring roughly 14 feet Whitmire made and gave to programs, call (716) 569from its nose to the tip of its ACNC last fall. 2345 or visit auduboncnc.org. tail, a Spotted Salamander is The Nature Play Area’s Audubon Community now part of ACNC’s outdoor many young visitors will Nature Center builds Nature Play Area. The enjoy climbing on the and nurtures connections Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice, October 26th & 29th, 7:30pm enormous concrete sculpture salamander just as they do between people and nature was designed, created, and the turtle. Adults will find that by providing positive outdoor donated to Audubon by the salamander makes a great experiences, opportunities to of My Voice.” This is a musical biographyMike Whitmire of Whitmire bench for taking a breather or learn about and understand the of one of the most successfulOutdoor Living in Starbrick, just relaxing and appreciating natural world, and knowledge the outdoors. to act in environmentally We absolutely loved Ken’s place. It was and versatile female singersPa. The salamander sits across ACNC’s education team responsible ways. adorable and very stylish and perfectly loof the 20th century -- and cated for the AMAZING wedding weekend one of the most successful we attended! Everything is within walking recording artists of all distance, and check in and check out could time. At the height of not have been easier. Can’t wait to come unprecedented success, back!! – Alexandra, October 2019 Ronstadt turned away Choose any of the following locations to cast your ballot early: Board of Elecfrom pop music to explore tion Offices, Hall R. Clothier Bldg. 7 N Erie St. Mayville, NY 14757. ChautauKen’s place was perfect and very clean. It an astonishing variety of qua Mall 318 E Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750 and Chautauqua Counhad everything we needed and in a perfect musical styles. ty Fairgrounds 4-H Building/Ag & Expo Center, 1089 Central Ave. Dunkirk, location. We were able to walk to many desWithstanding constant NY 14048 tinations and then relax on the front porch. pressure from a risk-averse Early Voting Poll Site Hours: Saturday, October 26, 2019 12:00pm to Ken was also very responsive to whatever we needed and recommended local sights. industry, Linda insisted 5:00pm, Sunday, October 27, 2019 12:00pm to 5:00pm, Monday, October Thank you. –Cathy, September 2019 on following her musical 28, 2019 12:00pm to 8:00pm, Tuesday, October 29, 2019 12:00PM to 8:00PM, instincts. Ultimately, her Wednesday, October 30, 2019 10:00am to 6:00pm, Thursday, October 31, The space was perfect! Clean and close singing voice was stilled by 2019 10:00am to 6:00pm, Friday, November 1, 2019 10:00am to 6:00pm, Satto everything! – Lindsay, October 2019 illness and forced her into urday, November 2, 2019 12:00pm to 5:00pm and Sunday, November 3, 2019 retirement, but her music 12:00pm to 5:00pm. 15 Main Street, Bemus Point, NY 14712 • Front Porch on Main Street, 300 Yards from Lake Come to the 1891 Fredonia or 29th starting at 7:30pm for and influence remain as Early Voting Poll Sites will NOT be open on Monday, November 4, 2019. For More Information Text (410) 570-0980 or Visit www.airbnb.com Opera House on October 26th “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound timeless as ever.
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Cont. From Cover speaker for the evening was Ken Cordier, a retired US Air Force Colonel. Colonel Cordier was accompanied by his wife of 40 years, Barbie. Inside the ballroom at the hotel, the Jamestown Municipal Band’s Brass Quintet entertained the hundreds of people who attended by playing “You’re A Grand Old Flag” and the theme from the movie Band of Brothers. An honor guard from the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 865 presented the American Flag and everyone stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. MIAs were remembered with symbols set at a table for one. Then, the band played the songs that represent the military branches as members of those groups who were in the audience stood during each individual rendition. There was pride in the room and there were more tears in some eyes. Speakers welcomed Colonel Cordier and Blue Star Mother Susan Rowley said it best when she stated that Colonel Cordier’s story is a “living history lesson.” That theme was highlighted as Robin Jones (her name as a 12 year old) drove from Fredericksburg, Virginia to meet Colonel Cordier during this event: the man whose name was on her POW bracelet as a 12 year old. Robin’s father had served a tour in Vietnam and she appreciated the realities of that war better than some of us of the same age. Her story of having a POW bracelet came full circle with a hug and a handshake the evening of October 21, 2019. Colonel Cordier walked up to the podium after he was introduced and questioned “Isn’t it great to be alive and free?” None in the audience argued. His story is consistent each time it is told and while
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Brandon worked as sous chef. When the opportunity came about to purchase the business his mom Tammy, born and raised in Westfield, took the plunge leaving behind 17 years of factory work. Brandon now helps Tammy in all aspects of the business. “We changed nothing,” said Brandon, “Don’t fix what’s not broken.” Photo Caption: Colonel Ken Cordier, his Wife Barbie (left) and Begin your encounter with a Dottie Maitland, Concierge at Harbor Hotel in Celoron. starter such as lightly breaded Photo/Sharon Witchey & fried calamari with banana peppers with a duo of dipping the details are unimaginable, died. Each man taught fromsauces. Cool, fresh made there emerge themes in his his knowledge base as mostsalads and warm you from the story, which become indirect were college graduates andinside soups are all prepared messages. The first message had some sort of expertise.from the finest seasonal may be: don’t take yourself This kept the men’s mindsingredients. too seriously. occupied and removed their Lunches and more casual Ken Cordier’s world changed thoughts from the drearydinners call for specialtydramatically on December 2, daily life they led. Educationcrafted sandwiches like the 1966 when the pilot was shot matters can be anotherGrilled Salmon Club or down over North Vietnam message gleaned. the unexpected flavors in after 175 successful combat Perhaps the greatestthe Smoked Portabella and missions, he was feeling message, even after 6 years 3Avocado Chimichurri. Round untouchable before that fateful months and 2 days in captivity,out your sandwich choice day. He survived the parachute is one of hope. Hope, faithwith a side of homemade fries, ride through a fireball. He and trust can all be used assoup, salad or chips. Linger in calls that the first “God Wink” synonyms in the right context-the ambiance that surrounds as he entered the fireball at at the very least the definitionswhile enjoying entrees you’d the speed and angle which link one word to the other.only expect from the most took him right through the Ken Cordier survived, he center relatively unscathed. explained, because he never Other messages inherent in lost faith in God, faith in his his story are: rely on friends, fellow man, nor faith in his keep lines of communication country. He knew that he Cont. From Cover open, and maintain your sense would be released, he looked of humor. The 5x5 tap code, forward to being released and which had no letter K but did he made good on his good civil disobedience at personal retain the letter Z, became a fortune at being released from risk and jail time to achieve sort of “texting” during the being a prisoner of war. this end. In fact, it took so long time he and the others spent The event highlighting the that few early supporters lived as prisoners. Names of the messages of Colonel Cordier to see final victory in 1920. other prisoners were known was brought to Celoron by Vets It appears that the amazing before the men even met. Finding Vets, the Harbor Hotel women in Chautauqua Jokes were told using the tap and the Ahlstrom Schaeffer County get this. Kudos!!!! system. Electric Corporation. More Nationally, local When the prisoners were of the story is outlined in a governments control over $2 able to meet in person, it was book written by the Colonel trillion. That’s an astounding easy to link the men with their and Chris Snidow. The book pile of money. Unfortunately, names, according to Cordier. is entitled Guardian Eagle: Awith low voter turnout, that He remembered 350 names Fighter Pilot’s Tale and can be means that an extraordinarily of men in captivity. The ordered through Amazon. All unrepresentative set of prisoners also devised a sort of proceeds from the sale of the residents determines how school when prison conditions book are donated to charities local governments distribute improved after Ho Chi Minh that benefit veterans. services and spend your money. In some places, sooner rather than later, a colleges in other states, more that means that politically good paying job that does flexible to meet employer active, wealthy, older, not necessarily require a full and student needs. union-driven voters have Joining the JCC disproportionate sway over Cont. From Cover degree.” Examples include welding administration is Holger local government –fairness technology, machine Ekanger, who was named mechanical Vice President of Workforce suffers as a result. Our youth “Now that I’m fifteen months technology, industrial Readiness this past April. needs a higher representation, into the assignment, the technology, technology, Dr. DeMarte said he feels as do minorities. If you are honeymoon is over.” Work equipment took him and his wife away and CNC. “And we’re Ekanger’s efforts will help registered, please get out and from this area for more than working on a new program JCC’s Workforce Readiness vote! It counts. Read on! two decades, but now they in mechatronics, which department become the combines mechanical and preferred training provider are back and plan to stay. employers and JCC has had success electrical/electronic skills.” among development attracting international Indications are that trade economic students, and is taking the jobs are getting a second agencies in Chautauqua, effort to do so up a couple wind with new technology, Cattaraugus and Allegany Cont. From Cover of notches, according to and machinists have a bright Counties. In closing, Dr. DeMarte Dr. DeMarte. “And we future. that Jamestown Halloween fun. And while In addition, JCC is noted were doing a pretty good job with athletes; we have beginning to focus on Community College offers much of the Grimm Brother’s invested and are doing a robotics and automation. high quality programs, original work was darker in better job with (attracting) “We’re going to be offering developed and delivered by tone, this is a family friendly athletes.” DeMarte said JCC training that is more flexible faculty and staff who are event and will not be gory or is also focusing on recruiting than a traditional academic highly credentialed experts scary, but more spooky and students from outside program. For example, in their subject matter. And suspenseful. the region but in the US, instead of offering an he said enrollment numbers You will be able to enjoy primarily from New York academic program in sixteen are looking good. these classic stories in the 154“We started the fall year old mansion, which will weeks and chunks at two City and Pennsylvania. Dr. DeMarte said what’s or three days a week, we semester ending a nine year a little bit new for JCC is can offer training like this drought. We’ve almost filled be decorated for Halloween. their focusing more intently eight hours a day, five days our third residence hall. We There will be costumed on workforce needs. He a week for as many weeks are focused on making the actors portraying well-known said they’re promoting as they need it. And most of necessary changes to meet characters such as Snow scholarship opportunities. it would be hands-on. This the education and workforce White, Hansel & Gretel, “These are designed to is how workforce training needs in the Southern Tier Little Red Riding Hood, help an individual get a job is delivered by community region.” Rumpelstiltskin and more. The guides will also talk about the history of Halloween itself, explaining the tradition of carving Jack O’ Lanterns Eric Lindquist Formerly of Jamestown/Lakewood NY Shares His Recording and trick-or-treating. Guests will also be able to see the history center’s Victorian (Temecula, CA, October 22, Mac and the Eagles heavily now available for purchaseMourning Exhibit and will 2019. —Eric Lindquist, former influence the music. The lyrics (digital download or CD)receive light refreshments at Jamestown/Lakewood native are basically stories that are at ericlindquist.bandcamp. has released a solo album based honest and emotive. Eric notes, com/releases. It will also bethe end of the tour. on his experiences growing up “I was concerned at first that available on iTunes, Spotify in a small town in Western the songs were too specific to and other digital distribution NY. “A Place Called Home” my experience to be relatable sites soon. was recorded in Southern beyond my sphere of family Eric adds, “I grew up with California and produced by of friends. However, I have a dream of making a good Andrew Goldring. The album come to realize that many of record. It just took me longer contains eleven songs based the themes are universal and than expected.” on memories of people and can relate to almost anyone. Contact: Eric Lindquist: places in Eric’s formative Although, I think that people If you would like more years growing up. It is sort of that grew up in Western NY information about this album a musical memoir inspired by will understand some of release please contact Eric real life experiences. the unique references in the Lindquist at 801-205-6133, 70’s artists such as Tom songs.” or by e-mail at eslindquist@ Petty, Neil Young, Fleetwood A Place Called Home is gmail.com
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The magic of showing up to vote in a local election is that you can truly see where even one vote, YOURS, can make a change in the outcome! And no matter how rich and powerful you are, your vote is exactly equivalent to everyone else’s in the neighborhood. Every voter’s power is equal. Local elected officials and boards are more apt to pay heed since there is local accountability. Low turnout signals that people don’t care and, thus, the unspoken message is that elected officials should do whatever they want! When it comes to budgets involving the distribution of your own hard-earned dollars, your vote tells them that you have a say in how those dollars are spent, and these officials had better pay attention. Voting is one of the strongest tools citizens have to influence government. It gives you a legitimate right to complain and have input in local government. It is your civic duty. We can’t just sit by and take our voting privileges for granted, can we? So, folks, voting just got easier for New Yorkers. One
of the key reforms adopted this year by the Legislature is the provision for early voting across the state. Early voting allows you to vote in person at a poll site within your county for nine (9) days, beginning Saturday, October 26 and continuing through Sunday, November 3. You do not need to have a reason or excuse to vote early. The poll sites for early voting will not necessarily be your usual poll site location. There are two (3) early voting poll sites in Chautauqua County. (See box in today’s Ledger.) Voters can go to ANY of the early voting poll sites in this County during early voting. On Election Day (Nov. 5) voters who have not yet voted but wish to MUST go to their assigned Election Day poll site. Remember, you only vote once, no matter where you place your vote. If you vote in person, during early voting, you are NOT eligible to vote by either absentee ballot, or in person at the polls on General Election Day (November 5th).Wear your “I Voted” sticker proudly!
The tours last about one hour and cost $10 for adults and $5 for children over the age of 5. There are four tour times starting at 1pm, 3pm, 6pm and 8pm. Space is limited so please call to reserve your spot for this hauntingly magical event. Costumes are not necessary but are definitely encouraged. The mission of the Fenton History Center is to connect the past to the present and make the vibrant history of Jamestown and Chautauqua County meaningful for today’s communities, and for generations to come. This event is a fundraiser for the Fenton and supports the Fenton’s educational programs. The Fenton History Center would like to thank their sponsors: Rodgers Land Surveying, Fessenden Laumer and DeAngelo, SKF Aeroengine, FSC Systems, LLC and UPMC Chautauqua. And be sure to keep an eye out for even more theatrical and interactive events in the
future. Per Jennifer Champ of The Fenton History Center, “We encourage people to come out and support the Fenton, and celebrate Halloween in a new and exciting way. The “Monster Mash” idea came from wanting to provide a historic Halloween event for the whole family, something that was enchanting and spooky but not gory or frightening. Last year we featured monsters from Victorian-Era literature, and in 2020 we are going to feature The Wizard of Oz, which was first published in 1900. We would never be able to pull of any of our great events without the help of many volunteers and staff. I want to thank all of them!” For more information on this event or the Fenton History Center itself, you can visit www.fentonhistorycenter.org. So call 716-664-6256 and sign yourself up for a fall fantasy event that is sure to delight the entire family. And everyone will “live happily ever after.”
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The first book regarded as the English Dictionary was written by Robert Cawdrey, a schoolmaster and former clergyman of the Church of England in 1604.
Weekly Column By Donna Germain Did you know…? Most of us utilize the English language for our everyday speech and vocabulary. We use it to communicate with our friends, families, co-workers and everyone we come in contact with. Most of the time we know the meaning of the words we’re speaking; however, we do come across words that we thought we knew the meaning but now have a totally different meaning.
One word that comes to mind is sick, yes sick. I have always thought the meaning to be affected with disease or ill health. Physically or mentally ill: not well. That is still the meaning of it in the dictionary. But people now use the word referring to a hot rod car or big fancy boat as being “sick” using it to describe something that is “over the top”. There were over 1,100 new words, senses and sub entries entered into the dictionaries in 2018 and 650 as of October 2019.
The first book regarded as the English Dictionary was written by Robert Cawdrey, a schoolmaster and former clergyman of the Church of England in 1604. Cawdrey used word lists published in educational textbooks from as early as 1582. The Oxford dictionary was created by Henry Watson Fuller and his brother Frank from their cottage on Guernsey Island in the English Channel. The first edition was published in 1911, it contained 10,421 pages of text and around 38,000 headwords. The actual word “dictionary” was invented by an Englishman named John of Garland in 1220-he had written a book Dictionaries to help with Latin “diction”. There is really no way of counting how many words are in the dictionary now. It is almost impossible. It is so hard to decide what actually counts as a word. Is Dog one word or two? Is it a noun meaning “type of animal” or the verb “to persistently follow”? Is dog-tired a word, or just two words tied together? Is hot dog really two words, since it is often written and used as a name for a food hot-dog or hotdog?. There are thousands of other words just like this. Some new words this year include bae (a person’s boyfriend or girlfriend often used as a form of address) - “I am going to see my bae.” Other examples are Yeesh (used to express disbelief or exasperation) and Cannabusiness (the commercial activity of selling cannabis or cannabisSee “WORD” Right
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Cont. From Cover Andy Cohen and was instantly captivated by his story: The Villager (V): How old were you when you knew music would be your career? Is there a specific time you can attribute to the “ah-ha” moment? Andy Cohen (AC): My dad sang me to sleep when I was two. I’ve always had music in my bones, can’t remember when I didn’t. I was playing the melody and chords to the Marine’s Hymn when I was six; just figured it out. That’s not much different than playing backup guitar. The mechanics of making sounds on an instrument always came easy to me, and in the styles I like: Dixieland, Boogie, Show Tunes, folk songs, all examples of what I call ‘Common Music’, I could get around without having to read music. I still can. V: If you couldn’t be a musician.... what would you do career wise? Do you have another passion that could have been a career for you? AC: I have a master’s degree in Anthropology, and I’ve done Archaeology on and off for the last thirty-five years: urban and rural, salvage and full mitigation, surveys and surface collection, and all the lab work that goes with it. I shoulda done that, and played fiddle on weekends! V: What are the best parts of being a touring performer? The worst?
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based products). Yes, the word “ain’t” is a word in the dictionary. It is defined as, am not; are not; or is not. Although widely
AC: Close friendships all over the place. A sub rosa, but very broad, notoriety. I’ve played in every continental state, seven Canadian provinces and three territories, including the Yukon. Fortunately, I’ve never much been burdened with an excess of money. My friends take care of me, and I reciprocate as I can. The worst part is having to leave them, and not see them for a year. And we age, sicken and die. I’m an old guy now, and everything that goes with it. And relationships can suffer if you’re not careful. On the whole, I’m very satisfied with the way things have gone. I can arrange to play music all over the place; just on the strength of all those relationships developed over half a century, and not have to mess with the grinding wheels of the Music Business At Large. V: What do you think of today’s music? Other than what you are into playing, what is your favorite genre? Opera? Classical? Rap? AC: FWIW (For What It’s Worth), Rap is a traditional form that precedes Blues. Sometimes it’s cast as ‘Toasts’, which often are filthy dirty poems about various heroes like Stagger Lee. So modern Rap and Hip-hop really are contemporaneous with a resurgence of pre-war blues among younger Black Americans. I’m glad to see this. I stick to the 78s pretty much, and don’t make judgments about modern music that I don’t know much about, no more than the average Joe. I
know Old Time stuff pretty well, arcane as it is. I feel it’s key to understanding modern popular music. V: Has your life turned out the way you wanted it to? AC: I’m fond of saying, I wouldn’t wish my life on anybody, but I couldn’t live without it. I think I’ve achieved a kind of balance between making a living at what I want, which is disseminating historical background information to small audiences all over the place. I’m wealthy in every way but money, and frankly, I don’t want to be bothered with enough to have to manage carefully. Touring most of the year, alternative folk singer, songwriter and musician, Sean Rowe is also an avid forager. Informative and entertaining installments of his Wild Food series, “Can I Eat This?” are available for viewing on You Tube. During each episode Sean shares wild crafting tips, his foraging prowess, recipes and more. Whether you’re a seasoned Rolling Hills Radio goer or new to the RHR scene the October 28th edition is not to be missed. Tickets for the show are $15 and are available online at www. rollinghillsradio.org or at the door the night of the show. As always Shawbucks will be offering eats and drinks while you enjoy your time with Rolling Hills Radio. Relax and unwind with Sean Rowe and Andy Cohen. And remember, there’s more to both of them than meets the eye.
disapproved as a nonstandard, it is more common in the habitual speech of the less educated. There are several words that are considered to be slang. There are also words used by millennials now calling them urban words.
Just like everything else there is now a need to redo the English language! Regardless of the words you use, choose them wisely. If you do not know the meaning, look it up, that is why there are dictionaries. Now you know….
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