Visit TVFCU on Thursday, October 15^th when we will be giving you $10.00, just for telling us how you would use it to help someone else! Entries will be videoed.  Finalists will be selected and posted on-line for voting. The winner will be awarded $1000 to use in contributing toward their cause. Stop by October 15^th, when between 10am and 2pm, to tell us how you would “Pay it Forward”. Employees and their families are not eligible.

10 Jefferson Sq Batavia NY 14020 10am-2pm TODAY!

I am really excited about this upcoming event in Batavia. Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union is going to Pay it Forward to the Batavia NY community with $10 CASH to each participant. I added a paragraph below to explain this event clearly!

You’ve heard people say, “a penny for your thoughts”.  Visit TVFCU on Thursday, October 15^th when we will be giving you 1,000 pennies - $10.00 - just for telling us how you would use it to help someone else!  All entries will be videoed.  Finalists will be selected from these entries and posted on-line for voting. The winner will be awarded $1000 to use however they wish in contributing toward their cause. Stop by October 15^th, when videoing will take place between 10 am and 2pm, to tell us how you would “Pay it Forward”. Employees and their families are not eligible.  For more details about TVFCU “Pay it Forward” and voting, visit TVFCUBatavia.com or see our Pay it Forward Video and Rules.

A very happy birthday, Howard.  Many happy returns of the day.

So nice to finally meet you last night.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and Cornell University will host a Green Jobs Forum on Thursday, June 25, 10:00 a.m. to noon.  The forum will be broadcast to Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations, located in 14 counties across New York State, via Cornell’s distance learning video conference network.  The forum is free and open to the public.  Information on the following topics and issues will be addressed:
 
Defining"green jobs"
where to find “green jobs”
information on available training programs
the future for the "green jobs” sector
Becoming a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® contractor

General information about the Workforce Development Institute and the New York State Apollo Alliance will be presented, as well as resources available to the general public around the topic of green jobs.  Legislative initiatives and other partnerships designed to bolster the clean energy economy in New York State and elsewhere will be discussed. 
 
Representatives of NYSERDA will also provide information on training programs in place and financial incentives available to entrepreneurs and home improvement contracting firms that want to expand into the home performance field. 
 
Seating for the Green Jobs Forum is limited so if you are interested in attending please phone Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee at 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to reserve a seat.
 
This Forum is sponsored by the New York Energy $martSM program, which is funded by a System Benefits Charge (SBC) paid by electric distribution customers of Central Hudson Gas and Electric Corporation, Con Edison, NYSEG, National Grid, Orange and Rockland, and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation.  NYSERDA, is a public benefit corporation established by law in 1975, and administers SBC programs under a competitive agreement with the Public Service Commission.  The program initiatives are available to electric distribution customers of New York’s investor-owned utilities.

The Bergen Business & Civic Association (BBCA) announces the 20th Annual Bergen Park Festival and Parade on Saturday June 13, 2009.

Events begin at 11am and concludes with a fireworks show after dark. “For the last 20 years the Bergen Park Festival has been a tremendous family-fun event for the entire area. I encourage everyone to stop at the park on the Saturday June 13th and enjoy the festivities” stated Anne Sapienza President of the BBCA. “This event is made possible by local business sponsors, the BBCA, and countless community volunteers” Sapienza concluded.

The park opens at 11am for the “Classic Car Show” and at noon the kick-off parade begins at the Fire Hall. The festival includes multiple craft vendors, pony rides, kid’s activities, food vendors, and live music all day in the park. Clor’s will be catering a Pulled Pork BBQ Dinner beginning at 4pm and tickets will be on sale at the Main Tent.

Back from popular demand this summer is Bossy Bingo sponsored by the Bergen Grange. The biggest crowd pleaser, this game appeals to the big gamblers and the good sports. This year the grid contains 100 squares and tickets are $5 a piece contact Michele in the Bergen Town Hall for more information.

The live entertainment this year will include the Panloco Steel Drum Band, sponsored by the Byron-Bergen Public Library at 2pm and our local John Cummings 00’ graduate of Byron-Bergen High School will be performing with his band “Something Else” between 6-10pm. Following the music will be a magnificent fireworks display, so don’t forget to bring your lawn chair and come join the fun at the Bergen Park Festival!

For more details please call Michele Smith, Bergen Town Clerk at (585) 494-1121. Ext. 1

15th Annual “Festival of Hope” hosted by Genesee Cancer Assistance June 5, 2009 at the Batavia Downs Genesee Cancer Assistance Inc.

(GCA), a community-based, volunteer organization located in Batavia, has set the date for their annual Festival of Hope celebration. This event was made possible by several local business event sponsors; Batavia Radiation Oncology Associates, Bank of Castile & Tompkins Insurance, Steven M. Haley & Associates, LLC at the Insurance Center, The Batavia Downs, UMMC, Stan’s Harley Davidson, Pudgie’s Lawn & Garden, WBTA-1490, Batavia Sign Company, HSBC and Time Warner Cable.

The Festival of Hope celebration and fundraiser gives GCA the ability to help lighten the load of Genesee County residents who are fighting courageous battles against cancer. GCA is a local charity that helps local citizens. The premier event at this year’s festival will be the Time Warner “Kids Zone” which includes a fun run and other entertaining activities for kids and families alike. Other activities at this year’s event will include the second annual 5-K Run for Hope, the traditional Walk for Hope, a Chinese Auction, and the “Lighting of the Luminaries.

“This event allows GCA to operate and to continue helping the residents of our county who are battling cancer” stated Gregg Torrey, GCA Board Member and Chairman of the festival planning committee. “This event is about honoring members of our community who have passed away from cancer and ensuring that those who are suffering with cancer today have the assistance they need” Torrey concluded.

If you are interested in registering for the 5K or the Walk for Hope please call Gregg Torrey at (585) 507-8139. To learn more about Genesee Cancer Assistance visit their webpage at http://www.geneseecancerassistance.com/index.html

Don’t forget to become a fan on Facebook Search Genesee Caner Assistance.

Please save the date for this important and exciting celebration to be held at the Batavia Downs, June 5 at 5PM and bring your family!

        ***NOTICE OF PUBLIC EVENT***

HAWLEY INVITES ALL TO ATTEND

FREE BOATER SAFETY COURSE

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R, I, C – Batavia), in conjunction with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Parks and Marine Unit and New York State Parks Police, is hosting a free Boater Safety Course for the public.  The course will be held on Saturday, June 20 at Hamlin State Park.

“We are fortunate to live in one of the best tourist destinations in the Northeast.  This summer, I encourage everyone to rediscover their own backyard and am inviting all boaters to join me at this free and informative event,” said Hawley.

New York State law requires that all boaters pass an 8-hour boating safety course if:

§         You operate a personal watercraft, such as a jet ski, and are at least 14 years of age;

§         You wish to operate a motorboat (other than a personal watercraft) and you are at least 10-years-old and less than 18-years-old;

Steve Hawley’s free Boating Safety Course is an officially-recognized 8-hour safety course, as required by law.  Subjects covered include: proper equipment, the rules of the water, buoys, safe operation, accidents and special activities.  Although the course is free, there will be a $10 fee for processing a permanent boating safety certificate with the New York State Department of Parks.  Anyone caught boating without a safety certificate may face fines and or imprisonment.

Details of the course include:

Assemblyman Steve Hawley’s Boating Safety Course

Hosted in conjunction with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department

Saturday, June 20, 2009

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Participants should bring a bagged lunch

Hamlin State Park, Shelter 1

1 Camp Road

Hamlin, NY 14464

RSVP by calling Assemblyman Hawley’s office at 585-598-5780

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GCC's Arcade Campus Center hosts sculpture art show

A student art show featuring the works of the 3D design class will be displayed Friday May 1 at the Arcade Campus of Genesee Community College. In addition, there will be a live molten metal pour.

Throughout the semester, students have been working with the molding process, creating 3D work in plaster and wax from molds they have designed using various techniques.

The student art show begins at 6 p.m. and the metal pour will begin at about 7:30 p.m.

The metal pour will be conducted after sunset and is open to the public. With the pour being at night, spectators will be able to see the sparks, watch the molds go from glowing red to cooling, and share the anticipation of the artists as they see their hard work and the extended creative process come to life in a metal sculpture.

This event is free and open to the public. For further information, please contact David Sink, Arcade Campus Center associate at 585-492-5265.

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Shine your glass slippers, dust off your tiara and find your best
princess gown. YOU are invited to a Princess Party!

Girls of all ages are welcome at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 in the Children¹s Room at Richmond Memorial Library, 19 Ross St. in Batavia. We'll enjoy a story, crafts, games, dancing and treats. Parents ­ don¹t forget the camera!

Register early and register online www.batavialibrary.org

<http://www.batavialibrary.org/> 585-343-9550 x4.

Genesee County Chamber of Commerce invites travelers on trip to Tuscany

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Collette Vacations and First Choice Travel will be hosting a 10-day tour of Tuscany in Italy in November. The chamber is offering the trip for price of $2,999 per person. Price includes air fare, hotel stays, a total of 13 meals, bus tours (with guides), admission to tourist spots and airport taxes.
 
There will be an information session at 5:30 on Thursday, May 21 at First Choice Travel, located at 3080 W. Main Street Road in Batavia. To attend this meeting, please call Melissa at the Genesee County Chamber at (585) 343-7440, ext. 27.

PANCAKE SUPPER - hosted by the Parents of Batavia Girl Scout Troop 2045

WHEN:     Thursday, April 9, 2009

PLACE:     YWCA - 301 North Street, Batavia NY

TIME:         6 pm to 8 pm

COST:      $6 Adult

                  $3 (ages 5-12)

                  Under 5 F REE

Come support your local Girl Scout troop, tickets sold at the door!