Eden- North Collins Pennysaver 2-18-23

Star tYour Career!

Horschel Brothers Precision is seeking aperson(s) for full time long termTech Suppor tand Sales positions for avariety of per formance and equipment products. An outgoing personality and some mechanical knowledge will be helpful to assist our growing Vibratech TVD /Fluidampr &Buf falo Turbine divisions.

• •Travel approximately 10-15 times per year (2-7 days) suppor ting our dealer network as well as working at industr y tradeshows.

• •The markets and products we ser ve makethis aver yexciting position, we are often working with people from golf courses, race car builders, tracks, per formancecar builders, airpor ts, militar y, etc.

• •This is arare oppor tunity to step into acareer with amature and growing manufacturing company.

Eden United Methodist Church

• Live Music: South City

sponsored by Eden Legion

• Sledding Hill @ Eden Legion 9AM – 6PM

sponsored by Eden Highway/Eden Legion

•*Coed Volleyball Tournament @ Eden Legion 10AM

sponsored by Eden Girls Volleyball Program

• Euchre Tournament

sponsored by Friends of Eden to benefit the Eden Emergency Squad

•*Bowling Tournament @ Eden Bowling Alleys @ 1PM

sponsored by Eden Police Group

•*Talent Show and Spaghetti Dinner @ Eden United Methodist Church @ 4PM sponsored by Eden Music and Arts Boosters

ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAVIS FINANCIAL- Experienced and trusted. Planning: Life, College, LTC, Retirement, Estate. People don't plan to fail, they fail to plan Call Virginia Kowal 716-9845946. Davis Financial, 6091 S. Park, Hamburg, NY 14075. gkowal@davisfinancialservice.com. Securities and Advisory Services offered through Cadaret, Grant and Co. Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor and Member FINRA/SIPC. Davis Financial Services and Cadaret, Grant and Co., Inc. Are separate entities.

THE TAX WIZARD: Now taking appointments for 2022 returns. 5893 Camp Rd., Hamburg. 716-648-2288.

I'M A COIN COLLECTOR & A Teacher. Coin Collecting is My Hobby. So I can Pay More for YOUR Old Coins than those “Buying Gold & Silver Guys” or Jewelry shops. Please feel free to call and I’ll be glad to answer any questions. TIP: Never Clean Your Coins, because It Ruins the Value. Thanks- Tom, (716)949-6973

NEED HOME CARE HELP? Call 716-337-0256

AEROBICS, FLOOR WORK AND WEIGHTS. Wednesdays at the Well in North Collins. 5:306:30pm., $10.00 walk ins Kim 716-574-2092.

PETS & ANIMALS

ATTENTION ALL CAT LOVERS- Permanent home, foster homes and volunteers are needed for TEN LIVES CLUB, a cat and kitten adoption organization. If you can help please call 646-5577.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Seasoned firewood, mixed hardwood. 716983-6232

PLUMBING

ALL PLUMBING REPAIRS: Large/ small. Licensed/ insured. FREE estimates. Please call RICK. 716-381-3525.

@ Eden Legion 9AM – 6PM

@Eden Legion 11AM – til Sold Out

(Drawing on Sat., Feb.4th at 8:30PM) @ sponsored by Eden Teachers Association

•*Kickball Tournament for Grades 5-8

@ Eden Legion @ Noon – 2PM

@ Eden Legion @ Noon

@Eden Legion @ Noon – 3PM

@ Eden Legion Noon – 3PM ponsored by Collins Draft Horse, Ox and Pony Club

• Hot Chocolate Stand @ Eden Legion @ 12 – 3PM

@ Eden Legion @ Noon

@ Eden Legion by Noon – 1PM

@ Eden Library @ 12:30PM

@ Eden Legion 1 – 3PM

@ Eden Legion @ 1PM hosted by Slow Roll Buffalo and sponsored by the Eden Community Foundation @ Eden Legion @ 5PM sponsored by Eden Corn Fest Committee and Pilot Light Pub

@ Elementary School from 6:30 – 8:30 PM sponsored by Eden Teachers Association to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of

@ Eden Legion Post 880 Football Field @ 6:30PM hosted by the Buffalo Astronomical Association

• Movie Night @ Eden Elementary 7:00 - 9PM (doors open 6:30PM) sponsored by Eden Teachers Association and Eden Central School

Donations Accepted Daily: Eden United Methodist Church Blessing Box (Cleaning Donations) sponsored by EUMC –

New BOSTON HOTEL

Serving our delicious Fish Fry

Ash Wednesday & Every Friday 11am - 9pm

Beer Battered Haddock

10-12oz. served with macaroni salad and coleslaw French frys and rye bread... $15.99

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Broiled Haddock Plain , Cajun , Italian or Lemon Pepper served with macaroni salad, coleslaw, French frys and rye bread... $16.99

FISH FRY Serving

Open for Indoor Dining - Reservations Suggested EVERY FRIDAY!

Curbside non-contact TAKE-OUT also available... Just call your order in and we will bring it right out to your car!

See our facebook page for more specials!

716-941-0908 or 716-226-0406

9373 Boston State Rd. • Boston, NY 14025

HELP WANTED

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Looking For Independent Cleaners For Commercial and Residential. Must be trustworthy, responsible and dependable. Please call Marie’s Custom Cleaning, 716913-2901

IN NEED OF A CAREGIVER for my adult daughter. She requires full assistance with all ADL's as well as chest therapy and GJ tube care. Shifts available 3p- 10p Mon- Sun. Employment through WNYIL. Call Lisa for info 716-5495005.

Help Wanted LABORER: Travel and overtime required. Out of state work for Bleacher Manufacturer. Laborer base rate $18.-$20.Depending on experience + benefits. Some prevailing wage work at $40.- $60. an hour. Potential income $60,000 to $80,000. a year. APPLY IN PERSON ONLY, Monday-Friday

8:30-3:00 @ E&D Specialty Stands, 2081 Franklin Street North Collins, (EOE)

HOME IMPROVEMENT

CARPENTER FOR HIRE: 30 Years Experience. Large or small jobs. Call John Vacanti, 549-3319.

GLASS MIRRORS, tabletops, shower doors, plexiglass, solar control film. Call HAMBURG GLASS 716-6483456.

EDEN VFW • UNCLE BEAR’S 2551 March Rd., Eden 716-992-9400

“Bringing Back Uncle Frank’s Fish Fry!”

COME AND ENJOY THE CLASSIC FAVORITES

• Your choice of 3 sides (side dishes will change weekly): German Potato Salad, Lazy Perogies, Macaroni & Potato Salads, Coleslaw, Hand Cut Fresh French Fries

• Your choice of Fish: Breaded or Beer Battered, Broiled- Butter Garlic, Italian or Cajun

Available

CONCRETE DRIVEWAYS: Sidewalks, patios and floors. Also stone driveways, 716992-3902.

ALL YOUR HANDYMAN NEEDS. Also includes underground water and drainage issues. 716-570-0762

T & S DRYWALL- No job too huge, no job too tiny. Free estimate. Call 951 -2866

PAINTING

TOM VAYO PAINTING: Exterior/ Interior Painting, Drywall/ Plaster Repair. 30 years experience. Insured. Call 880-0858

TREE SERVICES

"THE TREE SURGEON" Tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, lot clearing. Firewood. Reasonable prices. Free estimates. Fully Insured. 549-2922.

FULL / PART TIME COOK WANTED

• Kitchen/Restaurant

Experience a plus

• Excellent Customer Service a must

Azalia’s J uicery

Village of Angola

Questions/Inquiries: (716)903-7066

WORLD WIDE STONE INC.

All granite countertops are fabricated by true Italian craftsmen who pay attention to the fine detail. Experience means everything in this field -- ask around -- we proudly continue to set the standards of excellence.

It’s your home, and we take extraordinary pride. This means superior craftsmanship and great prices --

You don’t have to use glamorized plastics or poor imitations, because you can afford real quartz and granite!

pleasantly surprised!

High Honor Roll

Agle, Elizabeth M Brodzinski, Madilyn M Bugenhagen, Chase J DePan, Alexandria R Ecker, Alexis N Federowicz, Grace M Gunner, Mary E Hall, Brynn A Hickok, Lauren M Johnson, Alyssa M Johnson, Connor R Jok, Amanda King, Jasmine J L Kitchens, Hailey N Koszelak, Peyton J Mangialomini, Barachel Marchitte, Skyler E Pontonio, Ryan J Preischel, Michael A Profic, Caden D Profic, Carly D Ricigliano, Trey T Sam, Trevor M Schmitz, Patrick K Schrecengost, Mya J Sentin, Mekayla Rae L Shank, Lucas J Sheldon, Anastasia E Sickau, Shauna R Tambacas, Sam R

Ventry, Alaina S Walczyk, Nolan

Wray, Juliana R Zittel, Maggie A Ballou, Ashley G Brodzinski, Alaina G Buczkowski, Jesse K Grunder, Allison D Horschel, Georgia T Karpinski, Zachary J Kauzala, Catherine J McCart, David M Musielak, Maeve S Nicholas, Ashley J Preischel, Kathryn M Pressing, Troy J

Wegrzynowski, Meeah G Wray, Josephine J Bauer, Jack Brocious, Madison A Crowley, Ronan P Lindstrom, Kay E

Logan, Gavin J

Phillips, Taylor D

Pineau, Hannah B

Powell, Allison R

Rasmus, Thomas M

Scerra, Caden S

Schuler, Rylee A

Schunk, Daniel

Sobczyk, Ian G

Warner, Mia I

Agle, Benjamin A

Barrett, Hailey K

Barrett, Kelsey E

Bojczuk, Brandon E

Clark, Ciara C

DellaPenta, Trevor M

DePan, William T

Donovan, Sophia R Ecker, Evan M

Harling, Yanaba R

Heffernan, Lucy M

Kannisto, Emerson D

Kannisto, Silas G

Lenz, Gianna S

Eden High School Honor Roll - Second Quarter

Logan, Keira J

Lograsso, Dinado G

Max, Sophia C

Norman, Mia J

Qi, Elijah B

Rowles, Lillianna G

Schifano, Isabella C

Schifano, Olivia J

Scott, Mia A

Stalker, Olivia C

Steward, Samuel P

Wiles, Carleigh J

Ziobro, Ashley G

Zittel, Jacob A

Honor Roll

Biastre, Kerrigan J

Blasz, Boyd

Brewster, Lexy N

Campfield, Alison N

Campfield, Madison B

Carney, Isabella M

Cassidy, Molly L

Coventry, Jenna M

Crowley, Michael

Davies, Chase M

Dibble, Sara M

Enterline, Joseph LT

Fanning, Devin C

Gress, Angelina M

Kernitz, Hannah M

Kernitz, Sarah E

Korhummel, Brody J

McClory, Elisa N

Mroz, Peter T

Murphy, Caitlyn M

O'Donnell, Brendon J

Panek, Noah J

Piniewski, Zada R

Roach, Shanahan T

Schlegel, Blake N

Taylor, Reece P

Tyler, Erika E

Willet, Emma B

Woodworth, Lahna A

Wright, Gavin J

Amo, Isabella Grace

Barrett, Hanna E

Bogue, Sara J

Calkins, Celina

Caselli, Sophia D

Colvin, Maddison A

Cooper, Hailey M

Deuschle, Justin R

Devlin, Josiah T

Dietzen, Aiden M

Hornquist, Colton J

Horschel, Tyler J

Johnson, Emma J

Koszelak, Annabelle K

Lenz, Harrison K

Macauley, Gavin M

Nyitrai, Rebecca G

Phillips, Lily K

Phillips, Rachel E

Qi, Lilia Y

Schmitt, Emma A

Seymour, Tanner H

Slating, Taesyn G

Spina, Ashlei R

Sutherland, Maverick B

Tepfenhart, Matthew M

Timblin, Brayden L

Torres, Sindy Mayren Mora

Wiles, Ethan R

Ziobro, Kaylee F

Barton, Naomi G

Biaha-Agha, Ram

Canfield, Grace E

Cole, Caitlin M

Fanning, Elizabeth C

Garlipp, Luke Vincent

Garlipp, Wyatt Lon

Gemza, Logan J

Kannisto, Andre L

LaVerdi, Abigail G

Mason, Brady E

Pastwik, Molly E

Pieri, Alexa S

Preischel, Mitchell M

Rychlik, Cole

Schunk, Tyler D

Shaffer, Tookie J

Sims, Paige A

Wakelam, Tyler J

Wielgasz, Autumn R

Archabald, William J

Ballard, Jacob R

Bishop, Carter D

Carpenter, Duncan R

Cichocki, Alexander

Felser, Charlotte A

Fleming, Gavin T

Fodor, Giuliana E

Griffin, Aubrey K

Lincoln, Samuel P

Merta, Sean

Nestor, Jaidyn S

Rathert, Savannah

Sargent, Leanna R

Schumacher, McKaley C

Thomas, Isabel K

Torres Mendez, Katie M

Warner, Cole L

Watson, Collin R

Merit Roll

Bake, Zak T

Baker, Connor

Belleisle, Evan T

Blasz, Cole T

Cicco, Gianna M

Dee, Mikayla D

Dexter, Genevieve O

Gaglione, Charles D

Pastwik, Lucas R

Schmitt, Tyler J

Sylvester, Bianca G

Watson, Aiden J

Zajac, Gavin P

Archabald, Ella L

Barciniak, Cory

Barth, Nicholas S

Beckwith, Kaitlin M

Bellinger, Kendra A

Bernard, Austin J

Dobmeier, Melissa J

Dunn, Paige

Dzubella, Ava M

Flowers, Sean M

Gernatt, Wyatt J

Gillenwater, Reese H

Harling, David A

Heltz, Sophia A

Jaworski, Jenna Jane

Kauzala, Elizabeth M

Kitchens, Dakota S

Masters, Azlyn R

McRary, Chloe E

O'Donnell, Madigan M

Pagan, Ke'ala

Russillo, Matthew J

Schrecengost, William C

Schunk, Eugene D

Stetz, Madison E

Taylor, Jayden M

Torres, Jesus Diaz

Walker, Grant A

Wierzba, Alexis M

Baker, Jesse J

Camus, Emma L

Crowe, Sean P

Fusco, Paul G

Genco, Ethan M

Pelc, Kayla L

Pompeo, Hannah A

Ratajczak, Trent

Roach, Stella R

Wendel, Tia E

Wilson, Layla M

Wilson, Van M

Zajac, Derek J

Barth, Dylan T

Brackett Jr., Donte L

Campos, Sophia A

DellaPenta, Bryce N

Dzubella, Tessa

Nordine, Koen T

Osinski, Victoria G

Podkulski, Ella M

Prebis, Joshua Matthew

Quain, Skylar R

Schmitt, Dylan K Walczyk, Oliver P Wegrzynowski, Kylie M

ATTENTION VILLAGE OF NORTH COLLINS RESIDENTS

All residents are invited to attend our monthly Village Board meeting. The February meeting will be held on TUESDAY, February 21st, 2023 6:30pm

*(Please note the day change due to the holiday on Monday) in the Village Hall located at 10543 Main Street, North Collins. Department Heads to attend.

Lawtons Progressors 4 - H Club Celebrates Holidays at Eden Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

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Do you have family or a friend that served or is currently serving in the military?

Now is a great time to honor them with a Hometown Hero banner. Banners are displayed throughout our main streets in Eden from May to November. Honorees and families will then be given the banner. Pick up an application for a Hometown Hero at the Eden Town Hall or American Legion Post 880 and fill out the necessary information. Applications can also be found online at https://edenny.gov/resources/.

If you already have a banner and would like it displayed again this year, or have any questions please email marlene@edenny.gov or call the Eden Supervisor’s office at 716-992-3408, Opt. 1. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2023.

On December 10, 2022 members of the Lawtons Progressors 4 – H Club visited the residents at the Eden Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. The group included Jocelyn, Miranda, and Natalie Gabel of Lawtons; Grace, Janna, and Leah Gabel of Lawtons; and Robert Sautter of Hamburg. They were joined by Jennifer Gabel, Peggy Gabel, Kristine Sautter, and Marcia Duffy, Organizational Leader of the club.

If you have questions, call Kristin at (716)992-9935

Applications are due March 1, 2023

The Foundation will give preference to projects that improve the hamlet of Eden Center, develop spaces for community activities, or provide new programs or activities for Eden residents.

HAMMER TAX SERVICE

ACCOUNTING, TAX & PAYROLL

Since 1965

“HERE ALL YEAR” Appointment or Drop-Off

Kim Cala, EA -- 947-2006

Pennysaver Deadline: Tuesday at 2pm

This opportunity was the first time the membership could interact directly with the individuals residing at the facility since February 2020. Initially the group entertained the residents in the dining room with a variety of holiday carols. They wore festive headwear and jingled bells to accompany the music. The residents enjoyed singing along with the youth. Following the Christmas carols members distributed holiday packages created by the club members who attended the group’s Holiday Party on December 4th. In each decorated gift bag was a stuffed animal, puzzle book, toiletries, along with a homemade holiday card. Attached to each gift bag was a Buffalo Bills ornament created by the young people. After waving good – by to the residents, the youth proceeded outdoors. On the shepherd’s hooks surrounding the facility, the members hung Bird Seed Wreaths, as well as Recycled Bottle Bird Feeders made by the youth at their Holiday Party. The birds and squirrels that frequent the area will now enjoy nourishment and provide entertainment to all those who live and work at the facility. The young people who participated in this community service project thoroughly enjoyed themselves and can’t wait to return.

North Collins Basketball News

Monday, February 13 the Boys Varsity Eagles finished their league regular season with a 50-43 victory over the visiting Timberwolves of Cattaraugus/Little Valley. Matt Sweet lead all scorers with 18 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 steals and 1 block. Derek Ebersole added 16 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 block. Jimmy Pagan had 2 points and pulled down 11 rebounds. Asher Parnitzek scored 5 points and pulled down 5 rebounds. Walter Ebersole scored 4 points, 4 rebounds and 1 assist. Steven Woods had 3 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. The rest of the team played great defense. With this victory your Eagles have secured the third seed in Class D.

SNYDER LAW OFFICE ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW

PRAYER TO ST. JUDE

Most holy Apostle St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hopeless cases, of things despaired of. Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Make use I implore you of that particular privilege given to you, to bring visible and speedy help, where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need, that I may receive the consolation and help of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings and that I may prasie God with you and all the elect forever. I promise. O blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen. P.S.

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Edward J. Snyder Debra A. Ritz Adam S. Markel

Laurie Ann Mecca (Fullone)

Feb. 3, 1955 - Feb. 17, 2020

Licensed Practical Nurse

Feb. 25, 1922 - Feb. 8, 2023

Richard G. Gates

Richard G. Gates of East Eden, NY entered into rest Feb. 6, 2023 at the age of 57 years.

Beloved son of George J. and the late Janet M. (Ham) Gates. Loving brother of Thomas Gates, Patricia Norton and Cheryl (John) Matwijkow. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Sat. Feb. 25 2023 at 10 AM from St. Mary’s Oratory East Eden, NY. Please assemble at church.

Arrangements by Wentland

Funeral Home North Collins, NY. Condolences may be made at www.wentlandfuneralhome. com. Flowers gratefully declined if desired memorials may be made to Heart Animal Rescue 206 Lake St. Hamburg, NY 14075 or Hope4cats P.O. Box 243, North Boston, NY 14110.

Robert A. Bach

Robert A. Bach of Langford, NY entered into rest Feb. 11, 2023 at the age of 76 years.

Loving husband of Anna (Jirak) Bach. Father of Debbie Ann (Joseph) Blowers and the late Frank Boice II. Father in law of Michelle (Drewiega) Boice.

Grandfather of Jami (Justin)

Alejandro and Jase Blowers. Brother of the late Joseph (Beverly) Bach, Pat Cole, Geraldine Hammond, Daniel Bach and Rosemary Hagaman. A memorial service will be offered from Langford New Oregon Vol. Fire Dept. (Sisson Highway and Rt. 249) Saturday March 11, 2023 at 11 AM with 12 PM Military Honors.

Arrangements by Wentland

Funeral Home North Collins, NY.

Frank R. “Scott” “Santa” Serafin

Frank R. “Scott” “Santa” Serafin of North Collins, NY entered into rest Feb. 5, 2023 at the age of 76 years after a long battle with cancer. Loving husband of Teri (Rinaldi) Serafin. Father of the late Scotty Serafin. Also survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Brother of Dennis (Darlene) Serafin and the late David Serafin. Scott was a veteran and served his country proudly as a Navy Corpsman in Vietnam. He was an accomplished downhill skier, world traveler and played Santa Claus for over 50 years. He also loved his cats Jingles, H.D., Mickey and his dogs Wilson and Ollie. A celebration of life will be held in July. If desired memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Arrangements by Wentland Funeral Home North Collins, NY.

Rosemary (Legierski)

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Rosemary (Legierski) Vaughn of North Collins, NY formerly of Cheektowaga, entered into rest Jan. 29, 2023 at the age of 67 years. Beloved mother of John (Angela) Gulisano, Robert Domanski and Nicole (Joseph) Alaimo. Cherished nana to 15 grandchildren. Loving sister to Michael (Terry), John (Grace), Sam (Nancy) and Annie Legierski. Daughter of the late Leo and Mary Legierski. Friends may call for a memorial visitation Wednesday Feb. 22, 2023 from 12- 2 PM at the Wentland Funeral Home 10634 Main St. (Rt. 62) North Collins, NY where memorial services will take place at 2 PM.

Helen A Foucher, beloved daughter of the late Frank Carver and Mildred Hall passed away February 8th, 2023 at the age of 100 at home in Eden, New York with her daughter Judy. Helen was born and grew up in Jonesport, Maine and remained raising her family in the home she grew up with beloved husband of 54 years, the late Richard P. Foucher, Sr. A devoted mother to the late Richard P. Foucher Jr., Judith M. (Eben) Smith, and the late Frank J. (Theresa) Foucher. A loving grandmother to Timothy D. Smith and Karen M. (Dan) Krawczyk. A cherished greatgrandmother to Alyssa L. Krawczyk and Ryan M. (Sunny Pechulis) Krawczyk. A loving sister to the late Arletta Crowley Falkingham and survived by two adoring pets. Helen spent 15 years of her life working at Rest Haven Nursing Home, and was beloved by the patients she treated. Helen was a light to anyone she was around, and was always there to lend a hand to her friends and family. She loved spending her free time cooking and frying her famous homemade donuts for everyone that stopped in for a visit. Helen enjoyed spending summers with her beloved husband at their camp on Schoodic Lake in Cherryfield, Maine, and was member of the Pythian Sisters of Jonesport. Helen will make her final trip home to be laid to rest next to her beloved husband and two children in Greenwood Cemetery in Jonesport, Maine. A celebration of her life will be planned for the summer 2023 at her church, Community Church of Christ in Jonesport. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Hospice Buffalo and/or your favorite animal rescue, both very close to her heart. Sincere gratitude to Laing Funeral Home, Eden, New York and McClure Family Funeral Home, Machias, Maine for safely returning our Mama(GG) home.

Participating businesses include:

East Eden Tavern & Smokehouse

Schunks West Hill Grill

Eden Family Dental, PLLC

Eden Seafood & Pizzeria

Eden Bowling Center

Eden Collision Inc.

Eden Shurfine / Pilot Light Pub

BIG GAME PREDICTIONS CONTEST WINNERS

1st prize Touchdown- (most questions correct): Allison Cardarelli

$100.00 gift card to Save a lot North Collins and $50.00 Gift card Valero gas at Eden Shurfine!

2nd prize Field Goal- (second most questions correct): Doug Metro $100.00 gift card Save a Lot North Collins!

3rd prize Safety- (third most questions correct): Trish Kuest $50.00 Gift card to Eden Shurfine!

4th prize Fumble- (most questions incorrect): Mike Gigante $50.00 gift card to Eden Shurfine!

Helen A. (Carver) Foucher

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” -- John Quincy Adams

The sixth president of the U.S., John Quincy Adams spent most of his life in service to his country and managed to pay off much of the national debt in his single term in office. Although not re-elected to the presidency, he continued to serve his nation as a member of the House of Representatives for nearly 20 years after his presidency.

As we celebrate the lives of all our presidents next week these words of his are significant. There are presidents who have slipped into obscurity, but there are others whose actions have continued to inspire new generations of Americans long after their deaths.

Motivating people to go above and beyond what they believe they can do is the mark of a true leader. And we are nothing as a nation without that source of inspiration.