Submitted by Billie Owens on May 23, 2013 - 3:32pm
This Saturday is the “Ride to Remember,” sponsored by Genesee Veterans Support Network (GVSN) and Stan’s Harley Davidson. This ride honors those who served and sacrificed in defense of our freedoms.
Ride registration opens at Stan’s from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Guided rides begin at 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Maps and directions are provided for those who wish to ride independently. It will be a 60-mile ride with three stops.
At 1 p.m. all riders will meet at the Batavia VA for a short service, including a wreath presentation by GVSN. The ride continues to Evergreen Cemetery on Route 77 in Corfu, with another brief service and lastly, will stop at Dawes Corners Cemetery, where riders can assist in marking gravesite of our area veterans (many war of 1812, World War I, etc.) with a wreath presentation there as well.
The ride ends at Stan’s Harley Davidson around 3:30 p.m. At Stan’s there will be Clor’s chicken BBQ, raffles, and two live bands -- What is This and 2 Many Toyz -- that have donated their time.
At 5 p.m. a four-member team of sky divers from WNY Skydiving out of Akron will be jumping with an American and POW flag. Should be amazing to see!
We think this is a great opportunity for the people to come out and support our area veterans. All of the proceeds from this event go directly to Genesee Veterans Support Network, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping Genesee County veterans and their families.
Stan's Harley Davidson is located at 4425 W. Saile Drive in the Town of Batavia.
Event Date and Time
May 25, 2013 - 9:00am - 5:30pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 23, 2013 - 3:01pm
Did you ever wonder who wore corsets? Why did they wear them for over 500 years? Did you know men wore corsets in some time periods? What were the benefits of wearing them?
A review of the fashion corsetry in the 18th and 19th centuries will be presented by Gail Argetsinger at the Holland Land Office Museum, 131 W. Main St. Batavia, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 25.
She is an associate professor and costume designer in the Department of Theatre at SUNY Brockport who designs and builds the costumes for the plays and teaches costume-related courses at Brockport.
This lively and informative presentation is the last of the Spring 2013 series of lectures brought to you by the Holland Land Office Museum. It is open to everyone – all ages will enjoy this – general admission is $5 per person or $2 for museum members. Refreshments and a question and answer session with Professor Argetsinger will follow.
For more information or to make a reservation, please call Jeff Donahue, Director, at 343-4727.
Event Date and Time
May 23, 2013 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 22, 2013 - 1:54pm
The Town & Country Garden Club of Le Roy is holding its annual PLANT AUCTION at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12 at the Presbyterian Church on the corner of Routy 5 (Main Street) and Route 19. It is free and open to the public.
We will be auctioning perennials, bulbs, houseplants and other miscellaneous garden items. There will be free refreshments! Come out and join us for a great night of fun! Proceeds are used for civic beautification in Le Roy.
Event Date and Time
June 12, 2013 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Submitted by lucie griffis on May 20, 2013 - 7:30pm
Harvester Artisan Market
Opening June 1st!
A unique selection of local & regional
artisans/crafters, food, and entertainment every Saturday from
10am-4pm varying weekly.
Two day monthly events to be planned.
Looking for artisans/crafters, food vendors, and entertainment.
(ex. Pottery, furniture, decorative painting, toys/ dolls, drawing/painting, woodworking, leather work, jewelry, fiber arts, floral designs, photography, metal working, recycled art, and more…)
For more information and/or applications–
Call Lucie Griffis 768-8147 or email griffewsclan@yahoo.com
Event Date and Time
June 1, 2013 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Submitted by lucie griffis on May 20, 2013 - 7:29pm
Harvester Artisan Market
Opening June 1st!
A unique selection of local & regional
artisans/crafters, food, and entertainment every Saturday from
10am-4pm varying weekly.
Two day monthly events to be planned.
Looking for artisans/crafters, food vendors, and entertainment.
(ex. Pottery, furniture, decorative painting, toys/ dolls, drawing/painting, woodworking, leather work, jewelry, fiber arts, floral designs, photography, metal working, recycled art, and more…)
For more information and/or applications–
Call Lucie Griffis 768-8147 or email griffewsclan@yahoo.com
Event Date and Time
June 1, 2013 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 17, 2013 - 4:02pm
The Oct. 23-31 trip to China will be the last the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting.
An information meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 5 at the Chamber Office in Downtown Batavia. To sign up or for more details call Melissa at the Chamber at (585) 343-7440, ext. 27.
Details on the trip can also be found at www.geneseeny.com/trips
This is the last opportunity to take advantage of the exceptional value this trip offers. Walking across the Great Wall, standing in Tian Am Men Square, and viewing the gardens where the leaning Yanyan Pagoda that pre-dates the leaning tower of Pisa are just a few of the stops on the tour.
There is also an opportunity to see “up close and personal” the terracotta army in Xian. Dating from the third century B.C., the terracotta warriors were discovered in 1974 and are still being unearthed today.
Similar to the successful yearly trips since 2007, the Chamber is offering the community the unique opportunity to travel to China for the low price of $2,299. Price includes air fare (from JFK), bus to/from JFK, 4-5 star hotels, three meals a day, bus tours (with guides), admission to tourist spots, and airport taxes throughout the trip.
Of professional interest, this trip will present opportunities to learn a great deal about how the Chinese business system operates.
Event Date and Time
June 5, 2013 - 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 17, 2013 - 3:44pm
Press release:
The Gasser Racing Series begins at 1 p.m. Satruday, May 18, at Empire Dragway, 2011 New Road in Leicester. This is a fantastic group of adults, many senior citizens, who race antique and vintage cars from the 1930s to the 1960s.
These are not the cookie-cutter cars you see on the TV sports shows. These cars are a work of art. Our racers come from all over Western NY, including Batavia, Rochester, Buffalo, Lockport, Niagara Falls, etc. Our racers include a racing trio of brothers, a husband and wife who are grandparents, and many other interesting people from all walks of life.
Gates will also open a 1 p.m. for racing on the following dates: June 15, June 22, July 13, July 27, Aug. 3 and Sept 7.
Event Date and Time
May 18, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 17, 2013 - 3:34pm
On Memorial Day (Monday, May 27) there will be ceremonies at 10 a.m. honoring our veterans at Elba Maple Lawn Cemetery. Afterwards, the Griffin House will be open for coffee and donuts. The Museum will also be open until 1:30 p.m.
The Museum, featuring three buildings to browse through, will be open from 2 to 4 p.m. every Sunday from now until fall. We are always looking for new members. Come visit and see what dedicated Elba History buffs have created to preserve the history of Elba since they were formed in 1988.
For groups or special viewing, call Ann at 757-9356.
Event Date and Time
May 27, 2013 - 10:00am - 11:00am
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 17, 2013 - 3:29pm
The Historical Society of Elba will host the Scout Sundae Sunday beginning at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 26, on the Museum grounds on Maple Avenue Extenstion.
All Boy/Girl/Cub Scouts and any Elba school-age children are invited. Have a hot dog, drink and enjoy the fun of seeing and eating ice cream made the old-fashioned way. Even help turn the crank on the ice cream churn!
Earl Roth will provide FREE horse and buggy rides. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Event Date and Time
May 26, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 14, 2013 - 11:43am
The Genesee Symphony Orchestra will hold its annual meeting at 6 p.m. on June 12 at Bohn's Restaurant, 5256 Clinton Street Road, Batavia. Dinner will be pre-selected options from Bohn's menu.
All patrons, board members, orchestra members and season subscribers are welcome. If you are interested, contact Ken Pike at Kennethrpike@gmail.com
Event Date and Time
June 12, 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 14, 2013 - 11:24am
There's a fundraiser this Saturday, May 18, at the Batavia YWCA from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters and other vendors will have a variety of nice items to sell to benefit the Anna's Wish Foundation, named after the daughter of the Batavia High School vice principal.
Anyone willing to donate to a Chinese auction, please contact kellie wade @ kelliew9@yahoo.com!
Event Date and Time
May 18, 2013 - 10:30am - 3:00pm
Submitted by Rex Ellis on May 13, 2013 - 1:16pm
Antiques, furniture, tools, collectables and much much more....Sale May 18th and 19th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located 13 Maple Ave., Corfu.
Event Date and Time
May 18, 2013 - 9:00am - May 19, 2013 - 4:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 7, 2013 - 1:50pm
Richmond Memorial Library's budget vote and trustee election takes place today, May 7, until 9.m.
Voting takes place in the library's Gallery Room. Any registered voter residing in the Batavia City School District is eligible to vote.
Event Date and Time
May 7, 2013 - 9:00am - 9:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 7, 2013 - 1:41pm
An information meeting to inform parents and taxpayers about the nuts and bolts of the proposed 2013-14 budget's facility improvement projects will be held tonight at 7 in the library at Batavia High School.
A public vote on the proposed budget is May 21.
The info sessions will provide a break down of planned upgrades and repairs totaling more than $3.8 million and detail how they will be paid for.
Event Date and Time
May 14, 2013 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 7, 2013 - 1:36pm
An information meeting to inform parents and taxpayers about the nuts and bolts of the proposed 2013-14 budget's facility improvement projects will be held tonight at 6:30 in the library at Batavia High School.
Another such meeting will take place in the HS library beginning at 7 p.m. next Tuesday, May 14.
A public vote on the proposed budget is May 21.
The info sessions will provide a break down of planned facilities upgrades and repairs totaling more than $3.8 million and detail how they will be paid for.
Event Date and Time
May 7, 2013 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 4, 2013 - 1:48pm
The Wellness Center at Genesee Community College is pleased to partner with the Mental Health Association in Genesee County for a presentation by David Kaczynski, brother of Ted Kaczynski, the man known as the Unabomber. David Kaczynski, 63, will share the story, both fascinating and heartwarming, of the impact his older brother’s mental illness had on their family. His presentation is set for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7 in the Stuart Steiner Theatre on GCC’s Batavia campus.
David Kaczynski’s talk at GCC is being held in conjunction with an exhibit in the lobby of the College’s Genesee Center for the Arts. “Nothing to Hide: Mental Illness in the Family” is a museum-quality photo-text traveling exhibit featuring photographs and interviews with families whose lives are affected by mental illness, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
The community is invited to view the exhibit at a pre-talk reception at 6 p.m. Space is limited. Pre-registration is requested by calling the Mental Health Association at (585) 344-2611. A suggested donation of $10 is appreciated.
The “Nothing to Hide” exhibit will remain on display throughout the month of May, which is Mental Health Month. It’s made possible with funds from the Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council.
For more information, contact GCC Wellness Director Roberta Noto at (585) 343-0055, ext. 6293, or by e-mail RMNoto@genesee.edu. or Sue Gagne, assistant executive director of the Mental Health Association in Genesee County at (585) 344-2611.
Event Date and Time
May 7, 2013 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on May 3, 2013 - 7:28pm
The Le Roy Christian Community Project is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year and will hold a chicken BBQ on Saturday May 18 to benefit its many local assistance projects.
It will take place at Trigon Park from noon until 4 p.m. or until sold out.
Cost is $8.
The meal consists of a half chicken, salt potatoes, baked beans, cole slaw and a roll.
Event Date and Time
May 18, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Submitted by Daniel Crofts on April 29, 2013 - 9:36pm
Genesee Community College's Wellness Center and the American Cancer Society are teaming up for the college's second annual "mini Relay for Life," which will be held Wednesday, May 1 from 3 until 9 p.m.
The theme of the race is "Be Your Own Superhero." It will begin at the Student Union, at One College Road in Batavia.
The race can be run or walked, and will feature teams that run or walk in segments. A "Survivor's Lap," in which cancer survivors will be invited to circle the track, will precede each race, and a "Luminaria Ceremony" honoring the memory of cancer victims as well as the living whose lives have been touched by cancer, will close the event at dusk.
White, sand-filled bags with candles set in them will light the relay's path. Each bag represents someone affected by cancer.
Admission is $10 per person and free for cancer survivors. For more information, contact Michelle Williams at sixxpup1@yahoo.com. To make a donation, go to relayforlife.org/minigccny
Event Date and Time
May 1, 2013 - 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Submitted by Howard Owens on April 27, 2013 - 6:46am
Alexander Fire will be hosting an open house for the community and for anybody interested in becoming a voluneteer. There will be a tour of the station, firefighting and EMS demonstrations and refreshments.
Event Date and Time
April 28, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Submitted by Billie Owens on April 16, 2013 - 5:17pm
A prom fashion show is being presented by the Junior Class at the Oakfield Alabama Middle/High School Auditorium beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, April 19. Tickets are $10 and refreshments are included.
"Step into Prom" will also feature assorted vendors, discount coupons and a huge basket raffle.
The school is located at 7001 Lewiston Road in Oakfield.
Event Date and Time
April 19, 2013 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
