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February 16, 2012 Edition – Main Section – A
Figurative Show at Sensory Winery and Gallery Contributed Article
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4-H Members Send Loving Wishes to US Troops
Contributed Article 4-H
Tom Annear
Seven juried artist members of the North Shore Arts Alliance (NSAA) are exhibiting work in a group show at the Sensory Winery and Art Gallery in Ripley. The show opens Wednesday, February 15th and runs through the Wine and Art event on Saturday, April 15th. A reception for the artists will take place this Friday, February 17th from 6-9 p.m. and is free and open to the public. North Shore Arts Alliance Members explore notions of the body within their work. “Figurative Show” features paintings by Fredonia artist Thomas Annear, Quilted works by Westfield artist Gerri Beers, Sculptures by Westfield artist Mark Gillespie, Paintings by South Dayton artist Jeremy Daly-Griffen, Paintings by Fredonia artist Susan MacKay, Drawings and paintings by Westfield artist Alberta Parker, and Mixed
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Medium paintings by Jamestown artist Jamie Pirrello. The North Shore Arts Alliance began working with Sensory owner Kevin Daughrity in October of 2011 to create a series of themed group shows focussing on different aspects of our member artist’s works. The first show last fall was an Abstract show featuring works by 7 member artists. The “Figurative Show” will quickly be followed by a Landscape show (April-July), a Photography show (July-September), a Members Show (OctoberDecember) and a 3-D show (January-April 2013). For more information about this
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County 4-H Stockton Panthers and Stockton Panther Paws Clubs are no stranger to community service. Last year the club completed multiple community service projects and this year they have continued to give. show, upcoming shows and other membership opportuni- The Cornell Cooperative ties visit www.northshoreart- Extension 4-H Program, provides quality youth developsalliance.com ment and encourages generosThe gallery is located approximately two miles outside ity. 4-H youth members age 9-19 years old and Cloverbud of downtown Ripley headmembers age 5-8 years old, ing toward the Pennsylvania participate in a variety of projborder at 10593 W. Main Road (Rt. 20), directly across ects from animal rearing to the street from Quincy Cellars drawing and painting. There Winery. Regular gallery hours are 26 4-H Clubs throughout are Thursday - Monday from Chautauqua County, encom11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sensory Art passing 412 members and 58 Cloverbuds. 4-H programs Gallery is also a sponsor of are made possible through the NSAA’s signature event, the generous time and efforts of Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art over 150 registered adult volTrail. For more information unteers. The mission of Corabout the gallery, visit www. nell Cooperative Extension sensorywine.com. 4-H Youth Development is to create supportive learning environments in which diverse youth and adults reach their fullest potential as capable, competent and caring citizens. Club activities and additional community wide projects are held throughout the year and showcased annually at the County Fair in Dunkirk. Quality youth development opportunities through 4-H, work to capture the four es-
Community Foundation and Greenway Friends Unite Contributed Article Chautauqua Region Community Foundation
Chautauqua County officials have worked diligently to clear legal and other details to allow ìFriends of Chautauqua County Greenwaysî to maintain the existing trails of the financially challenged County parks system. This volunteer group, concerned with the well-being of all the Countyís natural recreational assets has established a non-endowed fund at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. ìThe Friends of Chautauqua County Greenwaysî mission is to match the pool of volunteer labor and resources with the management and maintenance needs of parks, trails and waterways throughout the County. Additionally, they will identify trail upgrades that would minimize or eliminate maintenance needs
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The Rodeo City Senior Citizens met recently for their monthly luncheon and program in the Gerry United Methodist Church. President Leona Peterson welcomed all to the meeting and said that there were twelve new members attending. The luncheon was a potluck meal with a variety of foods being brought and ample amounts for everyone. Table decorations were provided by Mrs. Peterson and Helen Larson. All enjoyed a fine meal. The blessing prior to the lunch was given by Rev. Raymond McGinnis, and he said that live in a great town,
sential elements of positive youth development; belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity. Community Service is highly recommended for each 4-H youth member. Youth club members often find very creative methods for completing community service. Community Service is a core competency that is embraced by 4-H though the modeling of adult volunteers. Members of the Chautauqua County Stockton Panthers 4-H club and the Chautauqua County Stockton Panther Paws 4-H Club began this year with a very special community service project supporting our overseas troops. The Cassadaga area 4-H members created 130 handmade Valentines Day Card for US Troops. Cheyanne Wolcott, an 11 year-old member of the Stockton Panthers, was the
biggest card contributor making 26 Valentines Days Cards. Cheyanne’s generosity earned her a special pin of recognition from the ‘Friends of Our Troops’ organization. For more information about Chautauqua County 4-H, call the 4-H Office at 716-6649502 Ext. 214. Our Chautauqua County Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H works hard to provide positive youth development experiences for all the youth of Chautauqua County. You may have experienced the smiles of 4-H youth at the county fair, one of our other programs or at one of our various community service activities. Cornell Cooperative Extension, is a not-for-profit 501©3 and all donations are considered a charitable contribution.
2012 DJDC Membership Drive Contributed Article DJDC
When a community participates in a comprehensive Randall Sweeney, Executive Director of the Chautauqua revitalization effort, its downRegion Community Foundation, Lisa Schmidtfrerick-Miller town or traditional neighborand Mark Geise, Friends of Chautauqua County Greenways hood commercial district other materials and tools are by undertaking sustainable can experience a return of being accepted at the Chaubuilding techniques, re-routeconomic vitality. Members ing trails, or eliminating trails tauqua Region Community will join a group of residents, Foundation, 418 Spring Street, business owners, and commualtogether. Jamestown, NY or donations nity leaders who have made No expense will be incurred can be made online at the the commitment to making by municipalities. TaxFoundationís website (www. downtown Jamestown a safe exempt donations for the crcfonline.org) . place to work, play, and live. purchase of shovels, rakes, chainsaws, lumber, fuel and DJDC invites community residents, business professionals, small businesses, local industries, and others to become part of the renaissance in our community. DJDC needs everyone to be involved in its continued planning in the area. Become a member and the birthday song was sung by support DJDC financially. county and state. The group DJDC relies on the participameets on the second Friday of all, with a round of applause given afterwards. Mrs. McIn- tion and voluntary annual each month at noon. dues from our members tyre read the minutes of the Following the lunch, the Big and partners to accomplish last meeting held and treaRiver Band performed for the our goals and complete our surer Valerie Bartholomew group. The band, which has projects. Whether you own gave the financial report. Both been together for 21 years a downtown business or you reports were accepted. included Bill Frost, Owen The slate of officers for 2012 just love downtown JameHouser, Frank Jesmer, and stown, DJDC needs your enwas presented. For presiCecil Miller. A wide variety ergy and support to continue dent, is Leona Peterson, vice of songs were played for the to rejuvenate our community’s president is Tom Fairbanks, group, including a railroad heart and soul. secretary is Marge McIntyre, song at the end. Frost read Together with its community treasurer is Valerie Barthosome jokes received from his partners, DJDC provides its lomew, wagon master is O. aunt and added some of his Winston Bartholomew, and own. A fine performance was cheer-person is Ruth Newenjoyed by all. ton. The floor was opened to A special heart of candy more nominations, and since was awarded to the group’s there were none, the slate was secretary Marge McIntyre. unanimously accepted. Birthdays for the month of The next luncheon meeting February were announced and will be on Friday March 9th in the Gerry United Methodist Church, with lunch beginning promptly at noon. Table decorations will be provided, and all those attending are encouraged to bring a dish of food to pass and their own table settings. The program will the story of Celoron Park presented by Jack Keeney. New members are welcome.
Big River Band Performs for Rodeo City Senior Citizens Contributed Article
Pictured left to right: Mary Dorman 4-H Club Leader; Alexis Ruedinger; Kendra Dorman; Kayla Anderson; Jared Dorman; and Brittany Woodard. Absent from photo: Cheyanne Wolcott, Zachary Wolcott, Erma Jean Wolcott, Ben Wolcott and Mathew Wolcott.
A group of high school student volunteers participate in the 2011 Hands on Jamestown Community Clean-up, which is held each spring. Hundreds of volunteers provide general litter clean-up, weeding, raking, sweeping, planting flowers, and many other duties to help in the beautification of Jamestown.
members an array of benefits and incentives including, but not limited to creating a positive community image, preserving Jamestown’s commercial district, attracting new businesses and customers, influencing economic development and investment in the downtown, and improving Jamestown’s appearance and atmosphere. “We have evaluated and enhanced our membership program to better meet the needs of our current and potential members,” said Tiffani Conti, DJDC Special Projects Manager. “Updating our program
allowed us to add additional incentives which our members will greatly benefit from. We are thankful for the continued support of our members we receive each year.” One-hundred percent of all membership dollars directly support the continuation and expansion of DJDC and its initiatives. For more information or a membership application visit www.discoverjamestown.com or stop by the DJDC located at 119-121 West Third Street in downtown Jamestown.