Jamestown Gazette

Article Contributed by Audubon Community Nature Center Animals are all around, but many are rarely seen. While glimpsing animals can be exciting, you can discover a lot about them by the signs they leave behind. On Saturday, November 25, 10–11:30 a.m. you and your 8 to 12-year-old(s) can be Audubon ... read more

Article Contributed by Rotary Club of Jamestown Tamu Reinhardt was introduced to members of the Rotary Club of Jamestown by Amy Rohler. Ms. Reinhardt is the Coordinator of Family & Community Engagement (FACE) and Inclusivity for the Jamestown City School District. FACE and Inclusivity is expanding family, community and business ... read more

Article Contributed by Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care The Circulus Golf Tournament celebrated its 15th year of success in supporting Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care (CHPC), bringing the total contributions to an astounding $123,000. Held on August 21 at Moon Brook Country Club, this year’s tournament marked another milestone in ... read more

Article Contributed by Rotary Club of Jamestown Josiah Lamp, who is the Director of Housing and Community Development at Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc., spoke to the Rotary Club of Jamestown recently. The organization’s mission is to fight poverty by empowering people to build assets and reach economic independence. Lamp directs programs ... read more

Article Contributed by SUNY Jamestown Community College The most recent cohort of Nursing graduates from SUNY Jamestown Community College have attained a 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination to become Registered Nurses. The NCLEX is a rigorous examination that serves as a critical benchmark for nursing graduates ... read more

Article Contributed by Jamestown Public Schools Eight Jamestown High School music students have been selected to attend the NYSSMA Zone 1 Area All-State Festival at SUNY Fredonia on Nov. 17 and 18. The festival features some of the best student musicians across Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Erie and Niagara counties. Pictured in ... read more

Article Contributed by Audubon Community Nature Center Get free admission to Audubon Community Nature Center and discounts in the Blue Heron Gift Shop and on new Nature Center memberships on Small Business Saturday, November 25, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The Saturday after Thanksgiving is Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to ... read more

Contributing Writer Jean Gomory The Crary Art Gallery is welcoming their final exhibitor for 2023. William Disbro of Jamestown, NY, will be sharing his intricate perspective of captivating landscape scenery starting December 2nd through December 31st. The opening reception for this exhibit, Story Boards – Images of Changing Views will ... read more

Article Contributed by SUNY Jamestown Community College SUNY Jamestown Community College is offering students the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica during their spring break for a hands-on, service-learning experience in ecotourism operations and responsible travel. The study abroad program is part of the two-credit class, Ecotourism in Costa Rica, ... read more

Contributing Writer Steve Sorensen Humans are creatures of habit, and “habit” is another way to say “rut.” Consistency might serve you well in your family life or work life, but it can be a big disadvantage in the deer woods. In other words, the rut is a good thing for ... read more

Contributing Writer Joan V. Cusimano Lindquist “A special Four Freedoms commemorative postage stamp has been placed on sale at the Jamestown Postoffice, Postmaster E. R. Ganey said today. It is intended this stamp shall displace the 1-cent National Defense issue as soon as the stocks on hand have been exhausted.” ... read more

Contributing Writer Rev. Dr. Scott D. Hannon St. John Lutheran Church, Amherst, NY When I was a child I walked to school. During warm days I always walked on the edge of the sidewalk just in case there was a dandelion puff nearby. I was a firm believer that blowing ... read more

Museum to Celebrate the Legendary Comedian Known as “Mr. Warmth” – with Rare Artifacts on Display and Signature “Insults” for Visitors Article Contributed by National Comedy Center The National Comedy Center, the United States’ official cultural institution dedicated to the art form of comedy, announced today that it will ... read more

Contributing Writer Paul Leone Okay, I’ll admit it. I’m a bit of a Scrooge. More than a bit. And I don’t mean that Scrooge who has come to a late realization that the Hallmark version of Christmas, fluffy white snowflakes and sleigh bells and ruddy cheeks and universal goodwill, ... read more

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November 5 Kathy J. Christenson, 69, of Frewsburg Lind funeral Home Richard E. Johnson, 87, of Lakewood Lind funeral Home Louanne L. “Nanie” Lind, 88, of Jamestown Lind funeral Home Daniel J. Olmstead, 58, of Forestville Riles & Woolley Funeral Home Jennifer Lynn Wilegus, 55, formerly of Scandia Peterson-Blick ... read more

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Article Contributed by Audubon Community Nature Center Your 5–11 year-old(s) can run off some energy at Audubon Community Nature Center Thanksgiving Camp while you prepare for the next day’s festivities. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, they can experience crisp weather and crunchy leaves, animals storing ... read more

Reimbursement for Concord Vineyard Removal Article Contributed by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Lake Erie Regional Grape Program wants to ensure that all who need this program are aware that it is still here for only one more year. Over the past few ... read more

Article Contributed by SUNY Fredonia State University of New York at Fredonia School of Music alumnus Randy Merrill, ’97, was nominated for four 2024 GRAMMYs, with alumnus Charlie Post, ’98, nominated for his work with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. In addition, Musical Theatre graduate Alex Joseph Grayson, ’14, was nominated ... read more

Article Contributed by Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Jamestown When Ruby Wiles speaks to the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Jamestown (UUCJ) on Sunday, November 19, she will describe “The Transformative Power of Gratitude.” For the week of Thanksgiving, Wiles will share, “How gratitude can change you and the world, and ... read more

Article Contributed by SUNY Jamestown Community College Dana Lundberg, legal counsel for SUNY Jamestown Community College, administered the oath of office to Kate Eshbaugh Rauber at the Board of Trustees meeting held recently. The Cattaraugus County Legislature appointed Rauber for a seven-year term that expires in June of 2030. She ... read more

Article Contributed by Audubon Community Nature Center What could be better for holiday decorating or gift-giving than a beautiful, fresh, locally-made, Frasier Fir wreath from Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC). Choose a plain wreath of fresh greens or a Uniquely Audubon wreath that may include fresh-cut berries, pinecones, and other ... read more

Article Contributed by Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Inc. Infinity’s Pearl City Clay House location is hosting a variety of holiday-themed classes and workshops in clay and contemporary crafts during the month of November. Experiences will focus on helping participants create unique handmade items for the holiday gift-giving season. Walk-in ... read more

Article Contributed by SUNY Jamestown Community College The SUNY Jamestown Community College Foundation honored Donna Beal as its 2023 John D. Hamilton Award recipient at its annual awards gala held Nov. 1 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel. The Hamilton Award was established in 1995 to recognize individuals whose contributions exemplify ... read more

Article Contributed by SUNY Jamestown Community College The SUNY Jamestown Community College Alumni Association honored 10 graduates during the JCC Foundation’s annual awards gala held Nov. 1 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel. Eric Jones, Scott Kindberg, David Koebelin, and John L. LaMancuso were recipients of the Distinguished Alumnus Award. The ... read more

Contributing Writer Dr. Mary Ann Spanos Director of Office for Aging Services November is National Home Care and Hospice Month, a time when home care agencies and caregivers across the country raise awareness about the unique and irreplaceable value of health care delivered in the home. Home care empowers clients ... read more

Contributing Writer Pastor Shawn Hannon Hope Lutheran Church, Arcade, NY The life of faith is all about embracing paradoxes. So much of what it means to be a Christian is completely upside compared to the words standards and expectations. As we think about Thanksgiving, gratitude is a great place to ... read more

Article Contributed by CASA of Chautauqua County Local fashionistas will be hitting the runway at Truffle Honey Eatery on Thursday, November 30th for a fashion show to benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Chautauqua County. The event will be held from 7-9 p.m. The public is invited! Standing room ... read more