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Springville Oktoberfest Sept. 30

By Alicia Dziak

It might still be September, but the excitement of Oktoberfest is right on the horizon. Springville’s very own German celebration is set for Saturday, Sept. 30, from 2 to 11 p.m. at Fireman’s Park.

This 12th annual event, held rain or shine, features food, music and fireworks, and if that’s not enough to get you in the door, there’s much more.

A sizable selection of German food includes sausages, brats, burgers, sauerkraut, German potato salad and pretzel rolls.

And of course, craft beers will be on tap, along with local wines.

“The festival really is all about the food and drink,” said Springville Area Chamber of Commerce Director, Jennifer Weber. “This year, we added a few new beers to the dozen we offer on tap. And our

board members are already hard at work in the kitchen making homemade sauerkraut and boiling and peeling potatoes for the pounds and pounds and pounds we will be serving. It’s an impressive (and very tasty) sight to behold.”

Music by The Springville Jazz Band, The Frankfurters, Mumbo Gumbo and Joe Wagner will have guests dancing or singing along.

Feed your competitive side by entering the Best German Costume, “Apfel” Dessert or the second annual Running of the Weiners contests.

From 2 to 5 p.m., enjoy the Southtowns German Car and Motorcycle Show.

By Derek M. Otto

For those of you wondering why Oktoberfest is held in September every year, Weber explained: “Actually, Oktoberfest in Munich starts in Mid-September and goes until Oct. 3, so we are following in line with the traditional festivities! It’s been held the last weekend of September here in Springville as a tradition.”

National Alpaca Farm Days Sept. 23-24

By Mary Heyl

Enjoy the first full weekend of autumn by exploring local alpaca farms during National Alpaca Farm Days on Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday,

Sept. 24! Always held during the last weekend in September, National Alpaca Farm Days is a fun annual event that invites the public to learn about these beautiful, versatile animals

See Oktoberfest page 8

that have created a remarkable surge in the agribusiness industry over the past two decades.

If you think you know all there is to know about alpacas, think again! Although it’s wellknown that alpaca fiber is very warm and hypoallergenic (it doesn’t have wool’s lanolin, which is an allergen to some), did you know that it’s also naturally flame resistant? Even better, alpaca fiber is also water resistant: it can wick away moisture, which makes it great for close fitting garments, like socks, and accessories that get exposed to rain and snow, like hats and scarves!

Although alpaca farms have

By Tim Oakley

The 2017 Homecoming Varsity football game between the Griffins and the visiting Depew Wildcats didn’t go quite as planned. As per usual, the stands were packed tight enough to make one question themselves “where does personal space end.”

The standing room throughout was also congested with the happy smiling faces that make our town special—the family-like atmosphere that can only to be found in Springville. The unity of the town is also apparent on the field, as the Griffins walked onto the

See SGI Football page 5

people working on the build, those two have spent countless hours at home and at the Heritage Building prepping and building. So happier days will be coming.

Those words though were penned by a man of national fame and will be one of the highlights of the Heritage Building displays when it opens to the public. The man was none other than Jack Yellen: the sports writer turned lyricist that chose the Town of Concord as his own.

Many know him for his catchy lyrics and national prestige as president of ASCAP, the organization that protects copyrights and royalties of singers and songwriters.

However, he spent the majority of his life here in Concord as a

Sept. 30 Springville Oktoberfest Sept. 30 Colden Arts Festival & Belle Star Music Festival Sept. 30 National Public Lands Day Oct. 1 BCH Women’s Association Fashion Show Oct. 7-8 Fall Festival Ellicottville

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The Fall Bucket List

Free Museum Admission This Weekend

By Jennifer Weber

This week, it’s time to take a few hours away from driving around the countryside and step indoors for some culture and old school learning.

On Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., participating museums and cultural institutions in Western New York, as well as museums all across the United States, will participate in the 13th Annual Museum Day Live! hosted by Smithsonian magazine.

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Jack Yellen as he looked about the time he bought Melody Meadows in Mortons Corners.

WednesdaysSaturdays through Oct. 8 NIGHT LIGHTS at Griffis Sculpture Park

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A LOOK BACK Happy Days Are Here Again

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Hard Homecoming Loss for Griffs

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The regular meeting of the Town of Concord Board was held Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017 at the Town Hall at 86 Franklin Street Springville.

The meeting opened with public comment where Mary Jane Miess continued her

advocacy of the seniors in the town. She has had concerns that the five day lunch program has been reduced to four days.

She still had concerns that the seniors did not have adequate information given to them.

She furthered the advocacy by mentioning the need for more transportation resources for seniors in Springville. She reminded the board that a full time director is still needed at the senior center.

Matt Mayer asked the board if they have supported the Buffalo Niagara Partnership in looking at the possibility of Amazon locating a headquarters in WNY. Gary

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Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street Set to Spook Sept. 29

By Elizabeth Riggs

The Ellicottville Rodeo cowboys have ridden off into the sunset, and with the change of seasons, it’s now time for a new form of entertainment in town: Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street.

Hosted at the same location as the Ellicottville Rodeo, and by the same couple, the Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street will begin on Friday, Sept. 29, at 6319 Sommerville Valley Road in Ellicottville.

“This is our 27th year,” said Karen Kent, who co-owns the business with her husband, John.

Before beginning both the Ellicottville Rodeo and Nightmare Hayride events, Kent said that she and her husband did horseback riding on their farm.

“We used to do horseback riding here for probably 10 years and John wanted something else to do that would bring in families. We started the rodeo, and then he decided to do the haunted hayrides,” said Kent. “Back when we offered horseback riding, the rodeo kind of fit in with that, and we also had the tractors and wagons for making hay to feed the horses. Since we had all the equipment, we decided to start Nightmare Hayrides.”

The hayrides then grew, and have now become a bigger attraction than even the signature rodeo.

“It’s a lot bigger than the rodeo,” said Kent.

It’s easy to see why. The nightmare hayride experience includes a 25-minute tractordrawn hayride, a haunted wooden maze that twists and turns, a haunted barn, and a vortex tunnel.

“We change it up every year; otherwise everyone can figure out where they are going,” said Kent. “This year, there are several new haunts.”

The hayride haunts include a full cast of clowns, witches, chainsaw men, scarecrows and anything and everything

Sept. 22-28, 2017

Letter from the Editor

Losing builds character. You can choose to pout about it, or you can choose to learn from it. You can let the loss get in your head and focus on the negative, or you can use it as an opportunity to improve. Losing as a team also brings you closer, as everyone deals with the agony of defeat together.

I don’t like to lose. In fact, my friend Claire once told me that I’m the most competitive person she knows. Clearly, she has never played sports or games with any of my family members.

While I’m sure no one actually enjoys losing, there are many lessons to take away from a loss. There are 22 girls on the JV soccer team that I coach who may not agree with that right now, but some day, I hope they will see it.

Coming off some tough losses this week, I want my team to realize that the final score doesn’t matter if you know you gave it your all. This applies as much in life as it does in soccer. Everyone loses sometimes, and yes, even me—the most competitive person that at least one person knows—can learn a lot from each experience. Winning truly isn’t everything.

Our team has been on the road for a while now, and we are looking forward to our return to the SGI fields on Friday. If you have a free afternoon, check out our game or any of the SGI games and let these kids know you’re rooting for them! Find the sports schedule on page 4.

- Alicia Dziak, Editor, Springville Times

Civil War Medical Steward Portrayal Scheduled Sept. 27

The Western New York Civil War Society, in conjunction with Echoes Through Time and the Lucy Bensley Center, will host a presentation by Hank Pawlowski on the medical field of the Civil War. During the program Pawlowski, a former president of the Buffalo Civil War Roundtable, will present a first-person account as a Civil

War medical steward.

The presentation will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at the Lucy Bensley Center in Springville. It’s part of a monthly series hosted by The Western New York Civil War Society, with presentations held on the last Wednesday of each month.

Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend.

Donations will be accepted for the Civil War Preservation Trust. Light refreshments will be served.

The Lucy Bensley Center is located at 23 N. Buffalo St. in Springville.

For additional information, contact Tom Place, curator at Echoes Through Time, at (716) 957-2740 or the Lucy Bensley Center at (716) 592-0094.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Sept. 22-24 Ellicottville Lacrosse Festival

Sept. 23-24 National Alpaca Farm Days in between. But according to Kent, the wolf man is the signature character that is both especially well-known and frightening.

“We have the wolf man. He likes to scare you while you’re least expecting it out front or after you get off the wagons.

Sometimes he’ll even jump out of the toilets. He could be anywhere,” she said.

And because several of the characters are meant to be frightening, Kent emphasized that the experience it best for children 12 and up.

“We’re not bloody and gory like some places are, but it’s geared more toward older people. It’s not geared toward tiny children,” she said.

“We’ve had instances where small children came and got scared. We get down on their level and let them touch our faces and talk to them, and help so that they aren’t afraid.

But really, the event is best for older children.”

And adults and children alike all over come to Ellicottville to experience the Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street.

“We get Canadians, we get a lot of people from St. Mary’s, Pennsylvania. People come from all over the country,” said Kent. “It’s amazing how far they will drive to go on hayrides. They’ll come multiple times in a season and multiple years in a row.”

Kent continued, “We have a

lot of families that have come over the years and now they are bringing their kids because they are old enough to go. It’s a lot of fun.”

The hayrides are also something to experience rain or moonshine, as the wagons are loaded and unloaded indoors, and both tickets lines and wagons are covered.

“A lot of people like to go on the days that it’s raining, they think it’s scarier,” said Kent.

And no matter the weather, visitors will enjoy the snack shack on site that serves hamburgers, hot dogs and homemade soups and chilis.

So make room in your October weekends to experience the Ellicottville Nightmare Hayrides – no matter if you’ve already been once before.

“Take a chance on it. If you aren’t screaming, you’re laughing,” said Kent. “Drive out and enjoy the beautiful countryside.

Ellicottville has a lot to offer, plus this experience. Watch people and get scared at the same time.”

Admission to the hayrides is $20 per person; 5 and under are free. The hayrides will run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 29 through Oct. 29, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. with the last ride running at 9:30.

No reservations are needed.

For more information on this event, visit the website at www.nightmarehayride.com.

NIGHT LIGHTS at Griffis Sculpture Park 2017 NIGHT LIGHTS at Griffis Sculpture Park is open for four consecutive weeks, Wednesday through Saturday and on Sunday, Oct. 8.

Wed, September 20 to Sat, September 23, 2017 Wed, September 27 to Sat, September 30, 2017 Wed, October 4 to Sun, October 8, 2017 TIMES: Wednesdays & Thursdays: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays (and Sun. Oct. 8) 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Sept. 23 Hesco Bonefrog Obstacle race at Kissing Bridge www.bonefrogchallenge.com Sept. 23 St. Al’s Craft Show 9 am-3 pm. Crafts, baked goods, raffles, 30 vendors.

Located at St. Aloysius Hall, 190 Franklin Street.

Sept. 23 FREE MUSEUM DAY See article on page 1.

Sept. 29-Oct. 1 Salamanca-Seneca Falling Leaves Festival Experience Seneca Culture and Heritage and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage. www.salamancachamber.org

Sept. 30 Springville Oktoberfest German food, beer tent, car show, music, contests and more. Springville Fireman’s Park, 70 Nason Blvd. www.springvillechamber.com Sept. 30 Rally at Three Valley Trail Races Three Valley Campground, Holland www.buffaloocr.com

Sept. 23 Blacklight Run 5K Buffalo Outer Harbor

Sept. 30 National Public Lands Day www.neefusa.org/publiclands-day.

Sept. 23 Country Harvest at the Buffalo Zoo Celebrate the changing of the seasons at the first ever Country Harvest at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy festive fall activities, country music BBQ food and seasonal beers. www.buffalozoo.org

Sept. 30 Harvest Heritage Fall Festival in Gowanda Join in the scarecrow contest, stop to smell the mums at the Library sale, or take a tour of the Historic Hollywood Theater! gowanda.billpeglowski.com/ social/fallfest/2017

Sept. 23-24 AppleUmpkin Fall Festival Revel in the final golden days of summer along gaslit streets lined with hundreds of craft vendors, strolling entertainers and the mouth-watering aromas of delectable festival treats! Wyoming, NY. www.appleumpkin.com/

Oct. 1 BCH Women’s Association Fashion Show “Apple of Your Eye Fashions.” This year’s event will be held at the Concord Senior Center on Commerce Drive, off Waverly, in Springville. Tickets are $8 presale and available at the BCH front desk and the BCH Gift Shop. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $9 each. Call (716) 592-2871 ext. 1485

Sept. 24 Fall Harvest Roast Beef Dinner Noon until sold out, served family style. Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, 10893 Sisson Hwy, Langford.

Sept. 24 Annual Walk in the Arboretum Event at Nannen Arboretum www.nannenarboretum.org Sept. 24-29 The Bodyguard at Shea’s www.sheas.org

Oct. 2 Chaffee Hospital & Home Fall Meeting Noon, Concord Senior Center, 40 Commerce Drive (off Waverly St) Springville. Bring your place setting and a dish to pass.

Oct. 4 Flea Market 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Concord Senior Center, 40 Commerce Drive, Springville. Open to the public.

Oct. 4 Outdoor Adventure Series at Allegany State Park 5:30pm to 6:30pm – Summit Warming Hut, Nature Photography –Park Staff will discuss nature photography, different types of camera’s and basic photography tricks.

Bring your camera because the group will be going on a short photo adventure and then have time to discuss pictures taken. www.nysparks.com Oct. 6-8 Enchanted Forest An evening visit with the animals, (portrayed by costumed interpreters) who call Beaver Meadow home.

Beaver Meadow, North Java.

585-457-3228 Oct. 7 Towel Raffle Party Doors open at 11am; starts at noon. Springville Moose Lodge, 13080 Buffalo St., Springville.

Refreshments available. By Women of the Moose #1183.

Oct. 7-8 Fall Festival Ellicottville Oct. 7 Fall Festival 5K www.heartrateup.com Oct. 8 Fall Festival Mountain Bike Race www.heartrateup.com Weekends Chairlift Rides to Spruce Lake at Holiday Valley www.holidayvalley.com Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street 2017 Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings only. www.NightmareHayride.com

If you have an event to add to the community calendar, email info@springvilletimes.com.

Sept. 22-28, 2017

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Meet Barney

The Third Generation of Sheret Jewelers

Adorable and Adoptable This sweet boy is Barney. He had a very rough time of it in the beginning. He had no human contact and was very afraid of us.

He now comes when called, is very happy to see us when we come home and is working on being house trained and kennel trained, although he sleeps with his brother Sawyer at night.

He used to run if we tried to pet him but loves to be petted now. He is so soft and sweet.

Barney is up for adoption through EARS.

By Carlee Frank

If you reside in a small town, chances are you’ve driven many miles to reach stores and services not offered in town— especially if you want to custom design a ring for an engagement or a big birthday.

But actually, these services are offered right at Sheret Jewelers in downtown Springville.

Located at 57 East Main Street, Sheret Jewelers originally opened in 1943 by the grandfather of current owner, Elise Rose. She and husband and co-owner, Mike Rose, took over Sherets after her father and past owner Andy Sheret passed away. The Roses reopened the store as thirdgeneration jewelers in July 2013.

“I had no clue this is what I’d ever be doing, but we made it work and I have to say it’s been fun,” Mike said.

Born and raised in Springville, Elise met Mike in Virginia where she attended college. While they moved back to continue the jewelry business, Elise also said she wanted to raise her family in a small town, and Springville fit the bill.

“I grew up in Virginia, and I remember thinking I lived in a small town, and now realize what a small town actually is,” Mike said.

The Roses said they like knowing each customer and being a part of the community.

Many of the clientele are returning customers who have been shopping at Sherets for decades. However, Elise said some customers are a result of their presence on social media. Sheret Jewelers has

Email for your application today to give Barney that furever home that he so deserves: empirerescue@gmail.com.

both Facebook and Instagram accounts, which reach the younger crowds.

Elise also said there are not as many non-chain jewelers nowadays. Sheret Jewelers, however, can compete with such chain stores. Mike does in-house repairs, fittings and can design and create jewelry.

Mike received his degree in bench work from New Approach School for Jewelers outside of Nashville, TN. Using computer aided design (CAD) software, which creates 3D renderings from inputted designs, Mike can use this to then construct any jewelry.

“If you bring in your grandma’s stones and want to make a modern ring, we can do it,” Mike noted. “If you want to replicate your grandma’s ring, or if you just have some crazy idea that you want to make, we can do it.”

The Roses also order jewelry for customers, or special stones if you want something not in the store. Elise, who is studying to become a gemologist at the Gemologist Institute of America, said the

reasons people buy and order jewelry vary.

Men usually purchase jewelry for special occasions like engagements or anniversaries, and women, she said, tend to buy practical jewelry for everyday use. The most common reason jewelry is bought in general, however, is for celebration.

“They’re celebrating a birthday, they’re celebrating a new life together, an anniversary, or a ‘just because’ because they love some day,” Elise said.

Many customers also come in to repair jewelry, and some, unfortunately, to replace lost diamonds.

Yet, sometimes customers come in with miraculous stories of diamonds being found again. One woman even lost her diamond for over 10 years.

“She got out of her car and something sparkly caught her eye in the driveway,” Elise said, “She’d lost her diamond the week they repaved their driveway, and there was the diamond stuck in the driveway –it had worked its way up.”

The Roses said they like this business because it takes something rough like metal and stones and turns it into beautiful jewelry. Whether for celebration or just because, visit Sheret Jewelers on Main Street.

They are open TuesdayFriday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. as well as by appointment. For more information, visit their Facebook page.

Buffalo Audubon Society Upcoming Events

September 2017 22 Fri 7-8:30pm Autumnal Equinox Celebration Hike – Celebrate the turning of the season with Naturalist Mark Carra at Beaver Meadow. What is the origin of the equinox and what is the equilux? We’ll walk and talk about subjects like the tradition of the changing seasons to the rich folklore surrounding it. Pre-registration is required. $5.

23 Sat 10am-5pm 13th Annual WNY Fiber Arts Festival at the Emery Park Ski Lodge – Join us at the Buffalo Audubon table. For more info about this event, visit http://wnyfiberartsfestival.org 23 Sat 1:30-3:30pm Beginner Birding at Beaver Meadow – Join Naturalist Tom Kerr for an indoor presentation and a beginner birding walk. We’ll go over everything you need to know to get started with this great hobby, including binoculars, field guides, and apps for your smart phone.

Binoculars are available. Pre-registration is required. $5.

24 Sun 2pm Family Walk at Beaver Meadow - Guided walk led by one of our naturalists through the preserve. Donations gratefully accepted.

26 Tues 10-11am Toddler Time - Nature Instruments – Bring your little one(s) to Beaver Meadow to make some fun instruments from natural and recycled materials. Once we’ve assembled instruments, we’ll hold a parade through the field and play them! Pre-registration is required. $3.

30 Sat 9-11am Birding the Beaver Pond – Join Naturalist Tom Kerr for a birding hike around the pond at Beaver Meadow. Ducks and Geese are starting to head south for the winter, and Beaver Meadow is an important migratory stopover site for many of these birds. Binoculars are available.

Pre-registration is required. $5.

30 Sat 1-3pm Wild Edibles - How to Bake Elderberry Scones – Naturalist Mark Carra will harvest wild elderberries at Beaver Meadow to make delectable scones. Participants will learn how to make the scones and everyone will indulge in treats with coffee and tea. If the harvest is good we’ll make some Spiced Elderberries as well. Pre-registration required. Ages 13+. $7.

October 2017 1 Sun 2pm Family Walk at Beaver Meadow – Join a guided walk led by one of our naturalists through the preserve. Donations gratefully accepted.

6,7,8 Enchanted Forest – Enjoy an evening walk through our magical woods to meet the animals (portrayed by costumed interpreters) that call Beaver Meadow their home. Fun for the whole family, the Enchanted Forest is an experience you will remember for a lifetime! Crafts, games, basket raffle, donuts, cider and more! Pre-registration and payment is required. Time slots for reservations begin at 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm. $9/$8 BAS Members.

7 Sat 9-10:30am Walk at Knox Farm State Park - “Knox Farm Rich History” – Open your ears to the fascinating history of the Knox Estate from the late 1800’s to now. Meet in the main parking lot. Donations gratefully accepted.

7 Sat 9pm Observatory at Beaver Meadow – The Buffalo Astronomical Association will show visitors the illuminated night sky. Open rain or shine. Visitors are invited to bring their own equipment for viewing. Donations gratefully accepted.

8 Sun 2pm Family Walk at Beaver Meadow – Join a guided walk led by one of our naturalists through the preserve. Donations gratefully accepted.

10 – Nov 28 Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm Yoga for Adults with Chronic Pain and Arthritis - Join Debbie Smith, 500RYT and Yoga Therapist for yoga practice that will help alleviate pain. Preregistration is required.

To register, call Debbie Smith at 585-457-4210. 8-week course – no class on October 31.

14 Sat 2-4pm Fall Foliage for All – Come hike with Naturalist Mark Carra and delve into the concepts of why leaves change color and why leaves fall. Let’s enjoy the beautiful and wondrous

Check out all the animals EARS has up for adoption at www.empire.petfinder.com or find them on Facebook.

Alpaca Days

come into vogue in just the past couple of decades, raising alpacas for their fleece is hardly a new business. Alpacas were domesticated by Incas more than 6,000 years ago because of their luxuriously soft fleece.

Because of its versatility and excellent quality, alpaca fiber was reserved primarily for the garments of the upper echelon of ancient Incan society.

Fortunately, these days, anyone (royalty or not!) can enjoy the warmth and beauty of alpaca fiber, as it is incorporated in many every day garments that are available at local alpaca farms. Learn all about how these gentle animals are raised and what it takes to make fleece into fabric during National Alpaca Farm Days at any one of Cattaraugus County’s alpaca farms: A Slice of Heaven Alpaca Farm and their Simply Natural Alpaca Gift Shop are located at 11144 Pope Road in Randolph. Meet owners Mike and Sue Bean, who will give you a tour through their barns to meet the herd! Enter to win an alpaca fleece teddy bear, alpaca slippers and an alpaca blanket. A Slice of Heaven Alpacas will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and all weekend they will be selling chili, cider, and donuts

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to raise money for Randolph’s Community Cupboard.

Cozy Cabin Alpaca Farm, located at 9254 Route 353 in Gowanda, is eagerly anticipating National Alpaca Farm Days this weekend!

Explore Cozy Cabin Alpaca Farm’s gift shop and enjoy morning and afternoon refreshments. Don’t forget to enter Cozy Cabin’s raffles, and enjoy a hayride on their scenic farm! Cozy Cabin Alpaca Farm will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Mager Mountain Alpacas is located at 69 Mountain View Drive in Little Valley. Owners Paul and Sue Mager opened one of the first alpaca farms in the area: meet their herd of over 20 alpacas and explore their So Soft Gift Shop throughout the weekend. Mager Mountain Alpacas will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and

Sunday.

Sugartown Farms is located at 6277 Sugartown Road in Ellicottville. Timm and Helen Herman, owners of Sugartown Farms, invite visitors to meet their herd of over 50 alpacas, which will be available for viewing and petting throughout the weekend. Interested in starting an alpaca farm? Herd members are available for sale! Remember to visit their large gift shop and start your Christmas shopping now.

This weekend is the perfect time to learn all about the sweet, curious animal known as the alpaca during National Alpaca Farm Days. Find out what makes alpacas hum, what “pronking” means, and even how alpacas use a “litter box”!

For more information about this nation-wide event, visit www.

NationalAlpacaFarmDays. com.

Town Board

Eppolito responded that we have responded to them in support of Amazon coming into the area.

Norma Lightcap commented that this past week, the seniors celebrated Marion Ahles’ 101st birthday.

The board moved to accept the monthly reports for the various town departments.

This included a report from the senior center. The report included the traffic for the senior center: 359 seniors participated in the nutritional site for August and over 1,739 seniors participated in events at the senior center. The events included yoga, painting classes and a euchre party every Thursday. According to the report, Eleanor, the current director, stated hours are flexible and change when events are happening.

The numbers on the nutritional program are increasing on Mondays, Tuesday and Thursdays. It is noted that with Senior Citizens club meeting every second and fourth Wednesday, lunches are in decline on that day. Starting in October, the blood drive will be held at the senior center on the first Wednesday.

Highway Superintendent Dennis Dains reported that culvert work on Pritchard and Morton Roads has been completed, as well as shoulder repair. Dains noted that the Town of Concord Highway department received five tons of millings from Erie County this past summer. He said that Colden, Concord, Sardinia and the Village of Springville completed their mutual aid in oiling and chipping roads.

Dains stated that he is looking to purchase a 7-ton trailer

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for the highway department.

The trailer will have ability of towing equipment, storing tools and will be long enough to carry culvert piping. The monies for the trailer are covered under the CHIPs grant funding. He explained that he was working on the five year shared services agreements that towns create with Erie County and the NYSDOT. Former Highway Superintendent Phil Drozd noted that the shared service agreements were started by Bill Potter, the former Town supervisor, as a way to deal with heavy snow and the hard winters here in Concord. The concept is now used as model by the state.

The board moved to table an appointment of the Assessment Board of Review until January when a new Board will be in place.

The town resolved the public notice of the NYS Agricultural and Markets Law Section 303b. Erie County has set the days of Sept. 1, 2017- Sept. 30, 2017 as the thirty-day period which landowners can submit requests to put predominantly viable agricultural land into certified agricultural districts.

Those in the Town of Concord should contact Erie County via Elias Reden , Planner, 95 Franklin Street 10th Floor, Buffalo , NY 14202, (716)8581911 or email agriculture@ erie.gov.

The town set the budget hearings for 2018 for Oct. 12, 2017 at the Town Hall.

Three hearings will be set: the general budget starts at 6 p.m., CDBG will be a 6:30 p.m. and another at 6:40 p.m.

Bill Snyder announced that the lighting fixtures should

arrive in October for the Craneridge lighting district.

One hundred twenty-two newer LED lights will replace old gas lights in the district.

This lighting district is separate from the rest of the Town of Concord. Residents in that lighting district will see the costs in their tax bills.

Jim Krezmein reported that he and Joe Krezmein met to discuss reroofing a shelter at Community Park and jacking up the Snack Shop.

Ken Zittel reminded the board that the town comprehensive plan will have their second hearing on Sept.

21, 2017 at the senior center.

Clyde Drake discussed NYS broadband and why it is taking so long for it reach Concord. Mergers between Spectrum and Time Warner are not complete and it requires 25 to 30 residents on the street to receive the services.

Drake noted that hopefully the requirements will drop to 10 to 15 residents in the near future.

Drake continued reporting that the library will need a new snow blower soon. The snow blower is owned by the county.

Gary Eppolito reported that the NYS money saving plan was passed by 32-1. The plan is required by Governor Cuomo to cut costs.

Eppolito also reminded the board that Saturday, Sept. 30 is the grand opening of the Heritage building at Concord Historical Society at 12 noon.

Oktoberfest will also be held the same day.

The next regular meeting of the Town of Concord board is Oct. 12, 2017 at 7 p.m., 86 Franklin Street, Springville.

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Go Griffins!

Homecoming Parade Photos by Alicia Dziak

SGI coaches corner VARSITY GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL, COACH KRISTIN HUGHEY

SGI ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

Nick Abdo and Elle Russell Varsity Cross Country

Nick Abdo is a senior and Captain, and this is his 5th year on the team. He had the fastest time for the team on Saturday, and ran a 17:59 at the Beaver Island 5K course. He finished 6th overall at the race.

Elle Russell is also a senior, and this is her 6th year on the team. She went to the state Cross Country meet the last two years and looks to be in good range of going again. She finished in a time of 21:30 and took 5th place overall this past weekend.

Nominated by Coach Chad Russell

Varsity volleyball team

Cross Country team’s Evelyn Smith and Brett Russell

The girls Varsity Volleyball team fought a 4 set match against Iroquois last week, losing by a disappointing 2 points in the last game. Despite the loss, the players put up some amazing stats.

Libero Sydney Rosati had 27 digs and served for 12 points. Middle hitter Caroline Roy had 12 kills, and setter Meadow Wittman had over 25 assists. Outstanding plays and effort also by outside hitters Mallory Robel and Mary Digangi; right side hitters Allie Emmick and Morgan Crist. Player of the match award goes to outside hitter and defensive specialist, Devon Rowe! Devon had 25 digs and 7 kills, and an uncounted number of outstanding saves!

The varsity Lady Griffs beat Lackawana in a quick 3 game match last night. The girls dominated serving, and debuted new talent at the net. Erica Tyler hit right side and had 3 kills.

Mary Digangi swung strong outside for 6 kills. Devon Rowe was flawless as defensive specialist, and Sydney Rosati tried her hands at setting and outside hitting.

Emily Ehlers had a starting roll in game 3 with 4 hits and served for 5 points. The girls travel this week to Pioneer on Wednesday, and to East Aurora on Friday. They are currently 2-2 and hope to increase that winning record by the end of the week.

JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL, COACH BOB GAINEY

The JV girls’ volleyball team traveled to Iroquois on Thursday night and came away with a tough 3-0 win. The girls were at their very best in game one winning 25-11. Thanks to the precise passing by Ivette Lewandowski and Sara Ehlers keyed the win.

Rachel Stressinger was great serving the ball and the overall play of Meg Rehrauer, Marie Emerling and Alyssa Hunter sealed the win. Game two was much more difficult as the girls won 25-18.

That game saw excellent hustle from Jill Roggie, big swings from Sara Ehlers and timely passing by Marin Lehr to bring home the win. The girls made it a sweep behind the excellent play of Melanie Barry. She passed the ball well from the back row to set up the hitters at the net. The girls are now 4-0 overall and look to keep their streak going when they travel to Lackawanna on Monday night. Great job girls!!!

The JV girls volleyball team made it 5 in a row on Monday night with a 3-0 sweep of the Lackawanna Steelers. The girls started off sluggishly in both games but found their footing behind the strong serving by Sara Ehlers and Rachel Stressinger. Marie Emerling was excellent at the net to pace the Lady Griff’s. The team took the 3rd game 25-23. That game was great hustle from Jill Roggie and big swings from Liv Schindler. The team is now 5-0 and look to keep things going on Wednesday night.

VARSITY GIRLS’ SOCCER, COACH ERIC HOLLER

As of Tuesday, the Varsity girls’ soccer team currently sits at 1-5-1 with a division record of 1-2-1. Their games have been close, with four of those losses within just one goal. Team leaders include Jena Shelble with five goals, Grace Zabawa with two assists and Amy Stabel with an impressive 69 saves. On defense, Nyah Solly and Talia Mangano have stood out. The team continues this week with games against Iroquois and Cheektowaga.

JV GIRLS’ SOCCER, COACH ALICIA DZIAK

SGI SPORTS SCHEDULE Friday, Sept. 22 Var Girls Tennis vs Cheektowaga (Home) JV Boys Soccer @ N. Collins (Away) Var Boys Soccer @ N. Collins (Away) JV Girls Volleyball @ East Aurora (Away) Varsity Girl Swimming @ Alden (Away) JV Girls Soccer vs Holland (Home) Var Girls Volleyball @ East Aurora (Away) Varsity Football @ Jamestown (Away) Saturday, Sept. 23 Var Girls Tennis vs. Maryvale (Home) Modified Girls Volleyball vs Pioneer (Home) Tuesday, Sept. 26 Varsity Girl Swimming vs Cleveland Hill (Home) JV Boys Soccer @ East Aurora (Away) Var Boys Soccer @ East Aurora (Away) Var Girls Tennis @ Tonawanda (Away) JV Girls Volleyball vs Cheektowaga (Home) Modified Boys Soccer vs Holland (Home) Modified Girls Soccer vs Holland (Home) Varsity Co-Ed Cross Country @ Iroquois (Away) Var Girls Volleyball vs Cheektowaga (Home)

The JV girls’ soccer team fell to Pioneer last week Wednesday with a tough 7-2 loss. The Lady Griffs struck first with a goal by Francesca Deluca, assisted by Megan Seifried, which was quickly answered with three from Pioneer. Deluca landed a second one in net off a direct kick. Unfortunately, the girls just couldn’t hang on in the second half, giving up several goals to the Lady Panthers.

On Saturday, the team faced off on the road against Lake Shore and came away with a 3-2 win. Lake Shore struck first, followed by a goal by Fran Deluca on a direct kick to tie it up at the half.

Lake Shore took the lead again early in the second half, but the Lady Griffs answered with an unassisted goal by Jackie Roggie.

With only minutes remaining, Springville got another direct kick within shooting range, booted to the far post by Fran Deluca and shot in by Cora Boundy. Logan Lukert played a great game in net, and tough defensive work was put in by Gracie Attebery, Shelby Stisser, Shay Ellis and Lizzy Clark. The midfield unit of Ava Dziak, Hannah Carrow, Emma Gang and Lily Dziak helped control the game in the center, while Morgan Kotlarsz and Autumn Snyder played strong up front.

The girls lost a tough 1-0 game to Holland Monday night. The Lady Dutchmen scored midway through the first half, which was the lone goal in the game. Despite the loss, the Lady Griffs played a solid second half, with particularly impressive defense by Shelby Stisser and goaltending by Logan Lukert. Cora Boundy, Morgan Kotlarsz and Megan Seifried hustled up front till the very end.

The girls’ busy week comes to a close Friday, Sept. 22 when they face off against Holland for the second time this week.

Modified girls’ soccer team

MODIFIED GIRLS’ SOCCER, COACH CHRIS MATHEWSON

The girls lost to Eden 2-0 on Monday.

MODIFIED BOYS’ SOCCER, COACH DAVE BROOM

The boys’ modified soccer team beat Eden 4-0 Monday in their season opener. Connor Hughey and Josh Guerrero each had two goals. Jake Werner made some great saves in goal. Excellent defense was played by Grant Karb.

JV FOOTBALL, COACH BRIAN KADER

The Springville JV Football Griffins lost 48 - 16 to the Depew Wildcats on Thursday night. This loss drops their record to 0 3 on the season. Despite the loss, the Griffins were able to put up their first points of the campaign on a pair of fourth quarter touchdown drives.

For the second straight week, the Griffs were led on the ground by quarterback Nick Emmick who rushed for a team-high 43 yards and both of Springville’s touchdowns on the night. The first score came on a 1-yard run behind center David Thompson’s nice block. The second touchdown came on a 12 yard scamper through the middle of the Depew defense. Both scores were followed by successful 2 point conversion passes to tight end Eric Pruitt.

Alex Elkins had two catches for 29 yards to lead the passing, game while Rhett Butzer and Quenten Leicht also contributed some solid runs during the game.

Anthony Shultz, Peter Priester and David Thompson all made nice plays along the defensive line while Emmick recorded a sack and forced fumble for the Griffs.

The team is hopeful that fullback Devin Hitchcock and defensive lineman Keegan Lemke will return from injury in time for this Thursday’s game at home on Pop Warner Field. The Griffins will take on the Jamestown Red Raiders at 6:30 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY, COACH CHAD RUSSELL

Girl’s and Boy’s Cross Country Teams both place 1st The Cross Country teams traveled to Beaver Island State Park on Saturday September 16th to compete in the WNY Officials Scholarship Invitational. Both teams won first place in their division.

The girls were led by Elle Russell, finishing 5th overall, and Corrin Sacilowski. Gwen Fruehauf, Jaime Dickinson and Evelyn Smith ran impressive races to help the girls win the small school division. The girls team would have also won the large school division. Grace Wojtkowiak and Kelsey Folts also ran hard races.

They boys team also won 1st place at the invitational. The team was led by Nick Abdo, Brett Russell, Zack Peterman, Mikey Evans and Nathan Myers. Elliot Emley, Austin Yetter and Frank Uschold ran very well at the meet. The guys won the small school division and would have finished 2nd in the large school race.

Both teams look very strong heading into the league divisional matches that start Tuesday against Amherst. It will be exciting to see how far the teams go this season. Both teams have already won top 10 honors in large schools, out of the 37 teams, by the Buffalo News in their weekly rankings. Elle Russell and Sonya Krezmien have also won individual honors by being named Runners of the Week and the two are invited to a prestigious race held at the end of the season.

Austin Yetter, Zack Peterman, Brett Russell, Mikey Evans, Nick Abdo and Harley Maloy.

Wednesday, Sept. 27 V. Golf @ Eden/Lake Shore JV Girls Volleyball vs. Tonawanda Var Girls Tennis @ Alden (Away) JV Girls Soccer vs East Aurora (Home) Thursday, Sept. 28 Var Girls Tennis vs East Aurora (Home) V. Boys Golf @ Pioneer Var Girls Soccer vs Maryvale (Home) JV Girls Soccer vs Maryvale (Home) Modified Girls Volleyball @ Holland (Away) JV Football vs Fred/Broc/WF (Home)

The JV soccer team on their Homecoming parade float

(from left) Sonya Krezmien, Gwen Fruehauf, Corrin Sacilowski, Elle Russell, Jaime Dickinson and Kelsey Folts.

Sept. 22-28, 2017

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Ellicottville Lacrosse Festival Faces Off Sept. 22-24

By Alicia Dziak

In a first ever for Ellicottville, the Ellicottville Lacrosse Festival is happening this weekend, Sept. 22- 24. The fields will be set and teams will descend on our area, ready for a weekend of one of the fastest growing sports in the country.

The tournament promises to bring some exciting competition, with many teams participating.

“We have 38 teams registered ranging from 5/6 graders to 50 year olds,” explained Mike Riorden of Rhino Lacrosse, who worked with the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce to organize this event. “This year, we have both club and school teams coming from Buffalo, Canada, Rochester, Syracuse, Pennsylvania and Ohio.”

This year’s tournament is for boys and men only, but Riorden said, “we are already in talks with Lynn Reitenbach about adding girls/women’s teams for next year.”

While this is the first tournament for Riorden, he noted, “My partner, Ryan Powell, runs tournaments in Saratoga, Bend, OR and Bozeman, MT during the summer, along with camps, clinics and club teams under the Rhino brand. I believe the Bend Tournament had 180 teams this year and I truly believe that the Ellicottville tournament has the potential to grow to that size over time.”

There are countless small towns that could host such an event, so why Ellicottville?

“I play in tournaments all

over the country with my men’s team, Team Tarzan and in 2004, after coming back from a tournament in Vail, CO, I visited Ellicottville for the first time and immediately knew this would be a great town to host a tournament,” explained Riorden. “For 13 years, this idea rolled around in my head, then last year I met Ryan and with his experience and success in running destination tournaments, it was a no brainer. Then when we added my son Blaze (Buffalo Bandits, Rochester Rattlers) to the team, it really completed the picture. I would also like to say that Brian, Chris and John from the Chamber have been as supportive and excited about bringing lacrosse to

Ellicottville as we are, so it’s been a perfect match.”

In a recent press release, Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Brian McFadden said, “Several years ago, the Chamber began to focus some of our marketing dollars on outdoor adventure activities and it has paid off. We are now seeing more and more visitors on the hills, in the lakes and enjoying our many other outdoor attractions. Adding the Lacrosse tournament is just one more notch in our collective belts. No wonder USA Today calls Ellicottville ‘an outdoor lovers paradise’.”

Games will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. all weekend long. Games consist of two 22-minute running halves with a 5-minute halftime. Make sure to check out the vendor village for your tournament apparel, music, games, and food.

All games will be played either at the Ellicottville Central School athletic field complex (5873 US-219, Ellicottville) or at the Village Park (11 Parkside Drive, Ellicottville).

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field hand in hand, together as one. From there though, things didn’t exactly go their way.

Early in the first quarter, Depew quickly moved the ball down field and took a 8-0 lead on the back of a quality passing game.

Springville struggled to move the ball for almost the entirety of the first quarter. In the second quarter, No. 32 Sean Berry and No. 9 Devin Bruno started to gain some yards while running hard through the “A gap” between the center and the guard. It was Depew’s night though as No. 7 Joe Pagano show a considerable amount of talent as a passer. He amassed over 175 yards in the air. The Wildcats finished the first half with a touchdown and sent the Griffins to halftime with a 22-0 deficit.

Springville came out of halftime with a bit of a chip on their shoulders and played a strong half of football. No. 77 Trevor Maracle and No. 75 Michael Hannon Jr. controlled the line of scrimmage by exerting their will upon the

opponents. Springville ran the ball for a total of 147 yards, but were only 1-8 on third downs and could not stop the Wildcats’ offense.

The Griffins ended the night with a loss by the score of 30-6 with No. 16 Bryson Black scoring SGI’s only touchdown on a 15-yard QB keeper. The loss brings Springville down to a 0-3 record with all three losses in conference.

The Varsity team is headed to Jamestown this week to face the Red Raiders in a non-conference game at 7 p.m. They will try to get back on their feet against a strong Jamestown football program. The Red Raiders are 3-0 and have not allowed the opponent to score in the last two games, winning by a combined 60-0 while playing in the larger AA conference.

All that being said, Springville defeated Jamestown at home last year by a score of 32-21.

Springville’s next home game will be when they host Olean on Oct. 13.

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Free Nature Photography Program at Allegany State Park

Varsity Football Schedule Sept. 22: at Jamestown, 7 p.m.

Sept. 29: at Fred/Broc/WF, 7 p.m.

Oct. 6: at Pioneer, 7 p.m.

Oct. 13: vs. Olean, 7 p.m.

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their favorite activity. Series will be held at the new Quaker Bath House or the Summit Warming Hut, depending on the activity. With miles of trails, serene lakes, and natural beauty everywhere it is hard not to find an activity to enjoy. The Outdoor Adventure Series will introduce you to more fun things to do in Allegany- Western New York’s Playground.

Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 – 5:30pm to 6:30pm – Summit Warming Hut Nature Photography –Park

Staff will discuss nature photography, different types of camera’s and basic photography tricks.

Bring your camera because the group will be going on a short photo adventure and then have time to discuss pictures taken.

Each program will last approximately 1.5 hours.

Registration is not required.

For more information please contact the Environmental Education/ Recreation Department at (716) 354-9101 ext. 236 or AlleganySP@ parks.ny.gov

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Salamanca-Seneca Falling Leaves Festival Sept. 29-Oct. 1

Join in at the 40th annual Salamanca-Seneca Falling Leaves Festival with events happening all weekend long!

Experience Seneca Culture and Heritage and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage.

Started as a way to promote the culture of the Seneca Nation of Indians, as well

as the relationship between the nation and the City of Salamanca, the celebration will have a cultural aspect with demonstrations of Seneca arts, food and entertainment.

Bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting, balloon animals, vendors, games,

raffles and much more await.

Admission to the Festival is free and there will be free carnival rides Saturday and Sunday!

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West Valley Demonstration Project Begins Vitrification Facility Demolition

Workers for CH2M HILL BWXT West Valley, LLC (CHBWV) have begun demolition of the Vitrification Facility, a 10,700 square foot reinforced concrete structure at the West Valley Demonstration Project.

The facility was previously used to vitrify high-level radioactive waste into glass.

The waste resulted from spent fuel reprocessing at the Western New York Nuclear Service Center, where a Department of Energy-led cleanup of the site is being conducted in cooperation with the site’s owner, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

Extensive preparations were completed inside the facility prior to commencement of demolition, including removing vitrification process components, piping and hazardous materials; performing surface

decontamination; isolating mechanical and electrical systems; and sealing penetrations to prevent contamination migration during demolition.

The demolition plan and safety precautions were extensively reviewed prior to receiving approval to proceed with demolition.

The facility is being demolished using heavy equipment according to a controlled work plan. Debris is being loaded into waste containers soon after it is generated to minimize debris piles, and is being shipped offsite to a federal low-level waste disposal facility.

“The start of demolition is a significant accomplishment for the CHBWV Team and the US Department of Energy,” said Bryan Bower, DOE-WVDP Director. “The WVDP is the first site in the DOE complex to design, construct, operate,

shut down – and now demolish – a vitrification facility.”

Bower noted the WVDP workforce’s vitrification experience has proven a valuable asset for DOE, which operates another vitrification facility at the Department’s Savannah River Site in South Carolina. “Some of the very people that helped construct and operate the Vitrification Facility are now supporting its demolition,” Bower said.

Demolition began on Sept.

11, 2017, with removal of exterior wall segments on the east and west sides of the structure.

Demolition will proceed toward the center of the building, where the vitrification process cell is located. Demolition and waste disposal is expected to take place through the spring of 2018.

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Russo Earns NAR Pricing Strategy Advisor Certification June Marie Russo with Metro Kirsch Real Estate has earned the nationally recognized Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certification. The National Association of REALTORS® offers the PSA certification to REALTORS® as determining property values depends more than ever on professional expertise and competence, the best use of technology, and a commitment to approach the pricing assignment from various perspectives.

“The market demands accurate property value assessments, so NAR is

excited to provide realtors with enhanced tools, education and expertise to determine the most accurate value for a home and give their clients a leg up when buying or selling,” said NAR President Tom Salomone, broker-owner of Real Estate II Inc. in Coral Springs, FL. “Pricing Strategies: Mastering the CMA” is the required one-day course for the PSA certification that provides REALTORS® with knowledge and skills to select appropriate comparables and make accurate adjustments, guide sellers and buyers through

the details of comparative market analyses and the underlying pricing principles that inform them, and interact effectively with appraisers.

In addition to completing the course, participants are required to view two required webinars. Once awarded the certification, REALTORS® will be equipped to guide clients through the anxieties and misperceptions they often have about home values. For more information about the PSA certification, visit www. pricingstrategyadvisor.org.

Collins Public Library Events

ANNUAL BOOKSALE: Thursday, September 21 through Saturday, September 23!

Stop in during library hours to check out all the books we will have for sale!

Toddler Time: The next session of Toddler Time begins on Friday, September 29 Senior Movie: Friday, October 6 at 1pm.

Starring Tyler Perry, Cassi Davis, and Patrice Lovely. Please call the library for the title!

Craft Club: Monday, October 9 at 6pm. Ages 4-12. Registration is required so call or stop in to sign up!

Book Club: Monday, October 16 at 11am.

We will be discussing “Frankenstein” by Mary

Shelley, stop in and join us!

Lego Club: Monday, October 16 at 630pm. Ages 4-12. Registration is helpful but not required.

Excel Basics: Tuesday, October 17 from 530pm to 730pm. Join us as we go through some simple steps in Excel 2016 and make a very basic budget. Registration is required so please call or stop in to sign up!

Music in the Library Concert Series: Join us Friday, October 20 at 7pm for the Creekbend Band!

Did you know? Erie County Library cards are available to all Erie County residents, all individuals who work in Erie County, and all those who live in the Gowanda School tax district.

Stay up-to-date with events at the library by ‘liking’ our Facebook page, Collins Public Library.

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Albright-Knox Art Gallery 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222 (716) 882-8700 www.albrightknox.org The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is an international venue for modern and contemporary art with something new in store for guests with every visit.

Buffalo Harbor Museum 66 Erie Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 849-0914 www.buffaloharbor.org The Buffalo Harbor Museum explores the maritime history of the Niagara Frontier and development of the waterfront with exhibits relating to the trade and industry that made Buffalo the port of commerce.

Buffalo History Museum 1 Museum Court, Buffalo, NY 14216 (716) 873-9644 www.buffalohistory.org The Buffalo History Museum collection tells the story of how Western New York was a force in the development of the United States and the world.

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road, Amherst, NY 14228 (716) 689-1440 www.bnhv.org The Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village provides visitors with a trip back in time to experience what life was like in the 19th century with their tour of historical homes, a rural church and one-room schoolhouse.

Colored Musicians Club Jazz Museum 145 Broadway Street, Buffalo, NY 14203 (716) 842-0969 www.cmctheclub.com The Colored Musicians Club Jazz Museum offers an interactive experience to touch, view and listen to the music that once played in their historic building such as Dizzy Gillespie, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Miles Davis and many more.

Erie Canal Discovery Center 24 Church Street, Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 439-0431 www.niagarahistory.org The Erie Canal Discovery Center offers history exhibits, virtual canal boat rides, interactive canal exhibits and the Charles Rand Penney Collection of Niagara County artifacts.

Genesee Country Village & Museum 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY 14511 (585) 538-6822 www.gcv.org The Genesee Country Village & Museum is the largest living history museum in New York dedicated to preserving the historical, cultural and architectural heritage of the Genesee Valley Region through costumed interpreters demonstrating life, skills, crafts and trades.

Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum 180 Thompson Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120 (716) 693-1885 www.carrouselmuseum.org The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum presents exhibits, demonstrations, special events and children’s gallery activities to celebrate the history of carrousel and amusement ride manufacturer in North Tonawanda.

Lucy-Desi Museum and Center for Comedy 2 West 3rd Street, Jamestown, NY 14701 (716) 484-0800 www.lucy-desi.com The Lucy-Desi Museum is dedicated to the personal lives and careers of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and includes almost everything you can imagine from the “I Love Lucy” show such as set replicas, Emmys, costumes, and more.

Museum of disABILITY History 3826 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14226 (716) 629-3626 www.museumofdisability.org

The Museum of disABILITY History’s permanent collection explores the challenges and achievements of people with disabilities over the past few centuries.

Nash House Museum 36 Nash Street, Buffalo, NY 14204 (716) 856-4490 www.nashhousemuseum.org The Nash House Museum was built circa 1900 as a typical two family unit dwelling and serves today as a time capsule of African American home life in the early to mid twentieth century.

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Yellen has a great story of the American Dream. Born in Chicken BBQ Every Sat & Sun & Columbus Russia in 1892, his family fled Day Monday noon until gone, eat in/take out.

Russia, now Poland, to escape PUMPKINVILLE, 4844 Sugartown Rd., the gulags of the Romanov Great Valley, NY Dynasty for a better life. The family eventually settled in Farm fresh brown eggs, local maple syrup, honey, Buffalo and ran a small store in home made peanut butter, jams & more. Visit the front of their home. the Red Shop next to Pumpkinville. Open every In high school, Yellen day 7AM-9PM. A unique country experience. wrote his first song. It was for a contest to rewrite the 4830 Sugartown Rd., Great Valley, NY school song for Central High in Niagara Square. He won, and his prize was the relief of suspensions that the principal HOLLAND PROPANE - GENERAC Sales, Parts was going to impose on him for & Service - We are a factory authorized dealer. chronic tardiness. At least that We install, service and perform warranty repairs. was according to Yellen, who Ask us about our LG ductless air conditioning wrote a short autobiographical units, and “On-Demand” Navien water heaters. series of articles for the Courier Budget program and auto-delivery propane Express in 1970.

He would further go to tell programs available. Call M&M Holland Propane of the some of the hardships at 592-7242 or 1-800-640-0370 for more he had as writer. One of my information, or visit us at 10035 Route 219 favorites is when he was still just south of Springville. HollandPropane. selling songs for five dollars com to local publishers. Yellen teamed up with his friend Will and wrote a nice little love song about Yellen’s girlfriend.

Instead of selling it for five Village of Springville seeks part-time Fire dollars, they borrowed thirty and Emergency Dispatchers to work in the dollars from Will’s father to Springville Fire Control Center. A minimum of publish 500 copies themselves. two years radio experience is required. Forward When the music arrived, Yellen resume to: VILLAGE OF SPRINGVILLE, P.O. went to show his girlfriend Box 17, Springville, NY 14141. the sheet music. Guess what?

Instead of Yellen’s girlfriend The Springville Times/Ellicottville Times on the cover, it was Will’s is looking for Writers to cover local meetings, girlfriend. To say the least, the events and school sports. Send resume and relationship ended and so did the songwriting team. samples to alicia@ellicottvilletimes.com.

Yellen would send out songs even after he graduated from the University of Michigan in 1913 and took a job as a sportswriter with Courier Express. He would still partner with different songwriters and sell them for five dollars. One song, All aboard for Dixieland, Yellen wrote with George Cobb. It was on the advice of his friend, Marion Healy, the music counter pianist at the former Kresges Department Village of Springville seeks part-time store in Buffalo, that he would Fire and Emergency Dispatchers to get some advice. work in the Springville Fire Control Healy told Yellen to sell this song to the big publishers Center. A minimum of two years in New York, so he did. He radio experience is required. was rejected several times.

But in the end, it was Bill Kelly, his editor at the Courier Forward resume to: Express, that introduced him VILLAGE OF SPRINGVILLE, to Elizabeth Murray, a popular vaudevillian singer, who was P.O. Box 17, Springville, NY 14141. performing at Shea’s.

Miss Murray heard the song and said “that’s for me” and took it to New York with her.

A few weeks later, they got a letter offering $100 for the To the Editor: song. She advised them to Bertrand Chaffee Hospital’s recent award of $11.3 million wait , as she hoped she could from New York State’s Department of Health represents a get them more. According to significant investment of taxpayer dollars in our community.

Yellen, the amateurs thought For the medical staff of our facility, it represents something $100 was great and sold the else. That is, that our progress and plans have been recognized song and rights to Fred Helf as meaningful and worthy of funding. publishing.

Health outcomes for individual patients and community at As Murray performed the large are a priority for us as medical practitioners. This award song across the country, it will reinforce the work that we are doing to develop primary became very popular. The care, specialist practices and imaging services at our campus. song All aboard for Dixieland The direction of healthcare has been leading towards an was a national hit. Fred Helf emphasis on preventive care. Bertrand Chaffee Hospital sold the song for $25,000 to stepped out on that path in 2010 with the introduction of Remick Publishing, the largest primary care services. With providers caring for hundreds publisher in country at the of patients each week, we are committed to continuing our time. All Aboard for Dixieland significant role in the region’s health initiatives. was his first national hit.

We’ve introduced a new phrase at the hospital and nursing He and Cobb wrote other home: #teamchaffee. It represents that we are all here, working together, to make sure the health of our patients is maintained and improved. As rural facilities like ours continue to face challenges, our efforts are being encouraged – not just by New York State, but by our patients and our community.

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songs in the 1915-1917 era.

Another was Are you from Dixie? Cobb quickly sold off again on one hundred dollars.

At the time, Yellen was still working as a sportswriter and was assigned to travel with the Buffalo Bisons. On the advice of Pat Donovan, manager of the Buffalo Bisons, he sent the check back. Yellen then received a check for $500.

Donovan said send it back and he did until he received the $1,000 he was looking for to buy his parents a house on Cedar Street in Buffalo.

As Jack said,“He wanted to buy his parents a house that didn’t have a shop in front of it.” This was in 1915, that he wrote Are You From Dixie?

In 1974, Yellen won Best Song of the Year , CMA Award for the song. Yellen regretted selling the rights and royalties for the song after hearing it played continuously for 55 years.

So what does this have to do with Springville? During the 1920s, Yellen became very prolific as his own publisher, became the songwriter for Sophie Tucker, and was working as a Hollywood songwriter. In 1930, when the effects of the depression were being felt in Concord and nationally, Yellen bought a farm on the corner of Kaiser and Mortons Corners for steal at a foreclosure auction.

Yellen made the Springville farm home for many years.

He even had Sophie Tucker (she was the Lady Gaga of her day) come to Springville in October 1938 to perform at the Springville Country Club!

Also in that month, disaster struck the Yellen farm. He just received a shipment of prize cattle and other livestock when he was returning to Hollywood.

As Yellen departed to Buffalo, he was stopped in Hamburg and told the barn had burned and the new livestock was destroyed.

Yellen almost gave up the farm. Thankfully, Yellen didn’t and by 1940, the newly named Melody Meadows would serve as very large chicken farm. He found success selling eggs to restaurants and hotels in Buffalo—so successful was he that in 1956 he netted over $36,000 in egg sales. That’s a lot of eggs in 1956!

He remained part of community for many years. He even wrote the lyrics to the 1962 Concord sesquicentennial, “When the Fiddlers Fiddled on Fiddler’s Green.” Many people remember Jack and his second wife, Lucille, as they were part of our community.

Mr. Yellen suffered various health issues after a stroke in 1977; however, his resilience kept going when he died in 1991 at the age of 99. The Yellens were part of our community until her death in 2010.

It will be interesting to see what the Concord Historical Society has to honor Mr. Yellen. The Grand Opening is Sept. 30, 2017 at noon.

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Although Oktoberfest might sound like an adults-only event, Weber assures that it’s family-friendly. “Oktoberfest is about food, drink and fun,” she said. “Families and children are welcome! We will have face painting available and of course lots of music to enjoy for everyone.”

Lawn games will be available this year for impromptu tournaments while enjoying

the day. Raffle drawings for a Learn-To-Ski Package from Kissing Bridge and a Golf Package from Springville Country Club will take place, along with two 50/50 drawings.

Next weekend is the perfect time to celebrate Oktoberfest, and here’s to hoping the late summer weather continues into the early fall.

“Springville Oktoberfest is our biggest festival of the year

here in town and it truly takes a village to put it together,” noted Weber. “The whole community (and friends from around WNY) come out to spend the day eating and drinking delicious German fare all while supporting Springville Area and the Chamber of Commerce. If you’ve never been, what are you waiting for? We here in Springville do Oktoberfest right.”

Workshop with Pat Eckstrom

Patricia Eckstrom’s solo exhibit, Under the Surface, opened on Saturday, September 9 at Springville Center for the Arts. A trained printmaker inspired by the intricate patterns outside her door, creates multi-media pieces that reflect the feeling that exists “under the surface of everyday life.” The exhibit displays layered pieces of trees, fish and leaves, constructed primarily of paper.

Two Under the Surface events will occur at the Arts Center on Saturday, Sept.

23. Pat Eckstrom will lead a workshop where participants will create their own multimedia leaf piece. After collecting leaves outside, the class will follow Eckstrom’s

process to manipulate paper with color, shape, and texture into similar leaves, using traditional art supplies to achieve very nontraditional results. This workshop will take place in the Vacanti Classroom at Springville Center for the Arts from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Registration by calling (716) 592-9038 is $25 or $22 if you are an Arts Center member.

Later that Saturday, the Center will host a free artist’s reception from 6:30-8:30 in the

Olmsted Gallery. Refreshments will be served and you will have the opportunity to look at Eckstrom’s work and speak to the artist about her process.

Her work is very reasonably priced with pieces ranging from three feet wide to smaller gift-sized pieces.

If you have any questions or would like more information about the exhibit, workshop, or reception, please call the Arts Center at (716) 592-9038 or visit SpringvilleArts.org.

Gallery hours are Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 5 p.m., Thursdays from noon to 8 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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