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Local students named to Buffalo State's Fall 2021 Dean's List

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 Buffalo State College is pleased to recognize the following students who have been named to the Fall 2021 Dean's List. In general, students who have completed at least 12 credit hours and who have attained a GPA of 3.5 or higher qualify for the Buffalo State dean's list. Full criteria and grade-type exceptions can be found in the undergraduate catalog.

Alyssa Cook of Batavia (14020)

Neve Georgia of Batavia (14020)

Megan Gilman of Basom (14013)

Stephanie Gilman of Basom (14013)

Lacey Hamill of Batavia (14020)

Morgan Harrington of Elba (14058)

Brendon Kendall of South Byron (14557)

Mckenna Moran of Darien Center (14040)

Bethany Pfennig of Corfu (14036)

Connor Rohan of Oakfield (14125)

Robert Stabler of Elba (14058)

Lindsey Turrell of Batavia (14020)

Buffalo State is a State University of New York (SUNY) college located in Buffalo, New York. The college offers 79 undergraduate majors as well as many minors and certificate programs. Every year, thousands of students benefit from Buffalo State's community engagement, hands-on learning opportunities, and affordable SUNY tuition. Buffalo State also offers more than 60 graduate programs.

 

Genesee County Chamber of Commerce announces 2021 award recipients

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The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 50th Annual Awards Ceremony & the 2021 Award Recipients. This year’s ceremony will take place on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at Batavia Downs Gaming, 8315 Park Rd., Batavia. This is the county’s premier event that honors businesses and individuals for their achievements in business, community service and volunteerism. Tickets are $50.00 per person or a table of 8 for $360.00. The evening begins at 5:00pm with hors O’euvres, entrée tables & cash bar.

The Awards Program starts at 7:00pm. We are honored to announce the following award recipients:

This year’s honorees are:

  • Business of the Year: Valle Jewelers
  • Agricultural Business of the Year: Alleghany Farm Services
  • Entrepreneurial Business of the Year: Batavia Muckdogs
  • Geneseean of the Year: Jay Lazarony

To purchase tickets, contact Kelly J. Bermingham at 585-343-7440, ext. 1026 or email kbermingham@geneseeny.com

Charles Donald Urbanczyk is named to Edinboro University's Dean's List

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Charles Donald Urbanczyk of East Bethany, NY, 14054 was named to the Dean's List at Edinboro University for the fall 2021 semester.

In order to attain this highly regarded academic honor, students must maintain a quality point average of 3.4 or higher, complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of credit and receive no grade lower than a C in any course.

Urbanczyk was among nearly 1,000 students named to the fall 2021 Dean's List.

 

 

 

Natalie Rogers named to Capital University's Dean's List

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Natalie Rogers, of Batavia, was named to the Dean's List at Capital University for the fall 2021 semester.

In order to be named to the Dean's List, full-time, degree-seeking students must have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.69.

 

Elijah Stringham named to Fall 2021 Dean's List at Stonehill College

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Elijah Stringham, of East Bethany, NY, a member of the Class of 2025, has been named to the Fall 2021 Dean's List at Stonehill College.

To qualify for the Dean's List, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better and must have completed successfully all courses for which they were registered.

Local SUNY Potsdam students named to President's List

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The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 887 students to the President's List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Fall 2021 semester.

To achieve the honor of being on the President's List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

The students included:

 

  • Lydia Geiger of Batavia, NY, whose major is Music Education

 

  • Harmony Parker of Pavilion, NY, whose major is Archaeological Studies

 

  • Paola Perez Matos of Oakfield, NY, whose major is Psychology

 

  • Joshua Phelps of Bergen, NY, whose major is Arts Management

 

  • Megan Privatera of Le Roy, NY, whose major is Music Education

 

Local justice presents Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Education to Arizona courts

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Commercial Motor Vehicle and Commercial Driver’s License Safety continue to be focal points for judicial education throughout the country. Most recently Darien Town Justice was invited to speak to approximately one hundred members of the Arizona judiciary in Phoenix, Arizona on December 3, 2021. Ensuring the public’s trust and confidence in the courts is vital to the existence to our courts that are often referred to as the “Courts Closest to the People. Each judge handling traffic court cases must be extremely aware how the federal law is adopted and applied by the states. Stakeholder responsibilities can often be treated as an ordinary traffic case which can lead to more serious consequences. Reduction of commercial vehicle crashes continue to be the main mission of this program. Justice Graber, a member of the faculty at the National Judicial College, Reno, Nev., has been routinely lecturing and writing on these subjects to criminal justice personnel both within New York and throughout the country since 2008.

 

 

Picture: (Left) Hon. Gary A. Graber, Darien Town Justice, (Center)Hon. Barbara Brown, Justice of the
Peace/Magistrate, Mohave County/Colorado City North Canyon Consolidated Court, Arizona and Nevada
Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement Officer James Farley (Right)

Batavia Medical Student Recognized for Student Organization Involvement

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New York Institute of Technology is proud to recognize medical students who serve on the College of Osteopathic Medicine's (NYITCOM) student organizations, including Margaret Cecere from Batavia (14020), who is a member of:

Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons

American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians

About New York Institute of Technology

New York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide. The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world. Nearly 110,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals. Together, the university's community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future.

Christmas Sales in the City

By Diane Sia

Crossroads House and St. Joe's Regional School are coordinating their efforts to have Christmas sales on the same days and same times this year! During the week of Thanksgiving, you can attend these events which are known for their high-quality merchandise: decorations, small furniture, collectibles, toys, and lots of gift-able items! Pick your parking lot and just walk across the street to shop from one to the other.

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Adult Field Days at Notre Dame

By Howard B. Owens

Corn Hole, CAn Jam, Volleyball, Spike Ball, along with beer, wine, food trucks, and live music with Warehouse, at the Notre Dame High School Football Field.

$25 per person. $40 per couple.

Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. 

Must be 21 or older with an ID to attend.

For more information, call 343-6154 or 343-2783.

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Ascension Parish is hosting an Ice Cream Social

By Howard B. Owens

Ascension Parish is hosting an Ice Cream Social for Lifelong Faith Formation with registration for the 2021- 2022 year.

A kick-off day for Lifelong Faith Formation, at Ascension Parish

Sunday, August 15, 2021, after the 10:00 a.m. Mass.  

Check out the "Information Station" at the Ice Cream Social to assist with your questions. 

Online Registration for Lifelong Faith Formation is required, but if you need help, let us know!

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Blood drive in memory of Buddy Oderkick in Le Roy on Aug. 19

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The entire community is invited to join the family and friends of Buddy Oderkirk to help save lives by donating blood through the American Red Cross on August 19, 2021, from 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. at The American Legion 53 West Main Street Le Roy, NY 14482 in his memory.

A 2014 graduate of Pavilion High School where he graduated 4th from his class, Buddy was a member of National Honor Society. He loved traveling and following his high school graduation he took an eleven day European vacation where he fell in love with the country of Switzerland. An accomplished wrestler throughout high school, Buddy began wrestling at the age of 6. He served as a mentor to many younger wrestlers and volunteered much of his time to ensure their success. He was a student at Genesee Community College with the aspirations to transfer to Monroe Community College to pursue a career as a dental hygienist. A member of Genesee County 4-H and the NIOGA Holstein Club. He enjoyed trading sports cards, playing fantasy football, and loved listening to music. 

Through out all of his treatment he never once complained and was always the epitome of grace, hope and most of all kindness. 

To know Buddy was to understand what it meant to be the bigger person and to always remain true to 

who you are regardless of the circumstances. Buddy was diagnosed with 4th stage Alveolar Rhabdomyosarcoma in May 2015 just before his 18th birthday he was determined to beat it and went into a 54 week treatment  plan with a tenacity that left many in admiration. Buddy, unfortunately, lost his battle on November 15, 2016.  As his Mom I am so proud of the young man he was and I always say the he made me a better person. This blood drive is to honor the strength and memory of a truly amazing young man who touched so many lives in his short lifetime. 

According to the Red Cross, someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds to respond to patient emergencies, including accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. All blood types are needed.

Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Northgate hosts VBS Base Camp Aug. 16-20, theme is 'Space' stuff that's 'Out of This World'

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Northgate Free Methodist Church will once again be hosting our annual VBS (Vacation Bible School) Base Camp between Aug.16th–20th with some exciting changes this year!

As we are growing rapidly our younger campers (ages 3–7) will enjoy a half day program at our North Campus (8160 Bank Street Road) from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. while our older campers (ages 8-12) will participate from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at our South Campus (350 Bank St.)

This year’s theme is Space with OUT OF THIS WORLD activities, games, devotionals and special guests like Art of Mandy and the Seneca Zoo Mobile.

The older campers will also have the opportunity to engage in skill building and instructional exercises for their preferred sport to stay sharp over summer!

For costs and applications please visit northgatefmc.com and click on “Register” or call us at (585) 343-4011. Scholarships and family discounts are offered and always available as we want all students and families to be able to attend.

If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Daniel at daniel@northgatefmc.com or just give us a call! See you this summer!

Night Owls Welcome! Preregister for nocturnal insect adventure at GC Park & Forest tomorrow night

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It’s a different world when the sun goes down in the forest! Join us for a nocturnal insect adventure at the Genesee County Park & Forest on Saturday, July 10th from 9:30 – 11:30 p.m.

Wayne Gall, Ph.D., will attract night-flying insects to a white sheet with a mercury vapor light and identify them. See these mysterious insects up close and learn cool facts about their natural history!

Meet at the Interpretive Nature Center and walk to the outdoor location. Masks must be worn while indoors and when unable to maintain six feet of social distance. Cost is $5/person, $10/family. Preregistration is required, call (585) 344-1122!

You're invited to the return of the 'roar and excitment' of the AFD's Tractor Pull on Friday and Saturday

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From Barbara Eddy:

This weekend the Alexander Fire Department E.S.P. Tractor Pull returns!

It will be held Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Recreation Hall grounds, 10708 Alexander Road, Alexander.

Cost: Adults: $16; children 6-12: $8; 5 years and under free.

Classes include: Super Farm, Light Super Farm, Limited Pro Stock Diesel Truck, Heavy Super Stock and Modified Tractors.

Friday at 5 p.m. will include a take-out only Chicken BBQ by the Ladies Auxiliary. Saturday will feature our popular local band "Red Creek" from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the beer tent.

Food tent will be open! Hamburgers, hot dogs, Italian sausage, pizza, nachos, hot pretzels, fried dough, french fries and plenty of cold beverages served both nights.

Plenty of food and drink for all ages! It's time to get out and come to Alexander for the roar and excitement of the Alexander F.D. Tractor Pull!

Farmers Market to start new Double Up Food Bucks program for fruits, veggies and SNAP-eligible goods

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On Thursday, July 1, the Genesee Country Farmers Market starts a new program called Double Up Food Bucks.

Spend up to $20 in SNAP -- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program -- and receive $20 matching funds. SNAP is accepted at the market. Redeem for tokens at the market kiosk.

The DUFB silver coins are good for fruits and vegetables. The wooden SNAP tokens are good for any SNAP-eligible item. 

Come get double your money's worth!

The Farmers Market at Bank Street and Alva Place downtown is open Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Democratic Party Caucus to be held July 8 at Bergen Library

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Sec. 6-108.3 of the New York State Election Law, that a Democratic Party Caucus will be held at 7 p.m., in the Town of Bergen, at the Bergen Library, 13 S. Lake St., County of Genesee, State of New York on the 8th day of July, 2021.

This Caucus is called for the purpose of nominating candidates to fill existing vacancies for town council and town supervisor at the General Election to be held on Nov. 2, 2021. Town enrolled members of the Democratic Party will be eligible to vote.

Michael Plitt, Chairman

Nikki Calhoun, Secretary

Summer reading programs begin June 25 for children and adults at Richmond Memorial Library

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Richmond Memorial Library invites patrons of all ages to take part in Summer Reading! This year’s theme is animals, with the slogan of “Tails and Tales.” Beginning June 25, children and adults can take part in reading challenges for a chance to win prizes.

The Children's Room at the Richmond Memorial Library is excited to continue its annual Summer Reading Program this summer from June 25 to Aug. 14.

New this year will be reading tracking using Beanstack. As a computer website or a mobile app, Beanstack will help readers track their minutes read, remind them of milestone prize pickups, and engage readers with fun activities to earn an additional end prize.

Children’s Room staff will gladly help families register on Beanstack when the program is available starting June 24. Watch the Children’s Room page on the website for updates. 

Summer reading for adults? Yes, please! Summer Reading BINGO will begin on Friday, June 25 and go through Aug. 21. Complete challenges like reading outside, listening to an audiobook and watching a documentary for a chance to win weekly and grand prizes.

Grand Prizes include a Book Lovers’ Basket, an 8gb Kindle Paperwhite and a piece of book art by a local artist! Weekly prizes will include gift cards and goodies from local establishments.

Registration begins in person at the library and online at batavialibrary.org at 9 a.m. on Friday, June 25.

The adult program is open to anyone 17 years of age or older with a valid library card. Complete rules and information will be provided with registration. Those registered for adult summer reading by July 7 will be entered for a chance to win one of ten copies of our 2021 Richmond Reads book (title to be revealed on July 8)!

In-person programming is back! All children’s programs will be held outdoors, including an All Ages Story time, Lunch Bunch, a Middle School Fidget Trading Club, and Family Fun Fridays. Adult programs include the Richmond Reads Title Reveal on July 8, book and film discussions and more!

Please visit the library website to continue to check for upcoming activities as they are available. For more information, visit http://www.batavialibrary.org or call (585) 343-9550.

Duo performs selections from 'American Raga' at Blue Pearl Studio Friday, followed by reception at GO ART!

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Submitted photo and press release:

Blue Pearl Yoga presents the Padmanabha/Strongmen Duo performing selections from "American Raga," a combination of music from North America and India, on Friday, June 18 at their East Main Street studio.

Ravi Padmanabha is a percussionist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer. Mike Strongmen plays banjo, slide dobro, and the saw.

"American Raga" is the first release by the musical duo.

A reception where guests can meet the artists will immediately follow across the street at GO ART!’s Tavern 2.o.1.

Padmanabha’s initial interest in drum set led to a variety of musical instruments and at 18, began his formal studies in tabla -- a pair of small hand drums attached together, used in Indian music; one slightly larger than the other and played using pressure from the heel of the hand to vary the pitch.

Strongmen is from Nebraska and performs extensively throughout North America.

Together they have found a common ground for a cross-culture collaboration.

Well-versed in a wide variety of musical styles, including jazz, world, and experimental music, Padmanabha has performed at Buffalo's Drum Day and Maelstrom Percussion Ensembles Master Drummers Program. Along with fellow Buffalo musicians, he performed in the William Parker Buffalo Orchestra, which inaugurated the new Righteous Babe Records/Hallwalls performance space.

Padmanabha is also a member of Family FUNKtion and the Sitar Jams, which he formed with his two brothers. They have released two CDs and continue to perform.

Strongman is also active in the Buffalo music scene.

Ravi Padmanabha and Mike Strongmen perform at 7 p.m. at the Blue Yoga Studio, 200 E. Main St., third Floor in Batavia; Tickets are $15; register online at www.bp-yoga.com.

A reception follows across the street at GO ART!’s Tavern 2.o.1 at 201 E. Main St. For more information call (301) 848-4902.

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