Chautauqua County Community Source 5/5/23

CCHD ANNOUNCES UPCOMING ANIMAL RABIES IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

Rabies Immunization Clinics Scheduled for May 13th in Hanover and May 20th in Westfield Pre-Registration for Clinics is Required

will enter and follow the established traffic pattern on-site. Pet owners will stay in their vehicles with their pets, unless otherwise instructed. Pet owners must bring previous rabies vaccination records for each animal receiving a shot to ensure proper and effective vaccination; clinic staff will confirm previous rabies vaccination records. All dogs must be on a leash. All cats must be in individual carriers. Animal handlers will transport animals from the vehicle to the veterinarian for vaccination.

New York State Public Health Law requires each dog, cat, and domesticated ferret over the age of four months be vaccinated against rabies. County residents are encouraged to be responsible pet owners by having their pets vaccinated.

NCCF Announces Spring 2023 Community Grant Awards

Dunkirk, N.Y., April 27, 2023- Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) envisions a vibrant, prosperous community rich in opportunity today and tomorrow. NCCF strives to realize this vision through leadership, collaboration, local philanthropy, and strategic grantmaking. The Community Grants Program of NCCF awards grants to organizations seeking funding to improve and strengthen the northern Chautauqua region. Recently, NCCF’s Board of Directors approved Community Grants totaling $107,223 to be awarded to 20 local organizations.

round of Community Grants is September 1, 2023. Details are available at nccfoundation. org/grants-programs. NCCF’s Grants Committee, made up of volunteers from the community, carefully reviews all letters of interest and applications received. Current Grants Committee members are Jill Casey (Committee Chair), Adam Dimitri, Ann Eckman, Jody Falkner, Margaret Ferris, John Hamels, Cathy Kaicher, Alex Murphy, Rich Ryan, and Kurt Warmbrodt. Nancy Adams Fry serves as the President of NCCF.

MAYVILLE, N.Y.: The Chautauqua County Health Department has announced two free rabies vaccination clinics. Animals must be pre-registered to receive vaccinations. Vaccinations will be provided free of charge to all dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets three months of age and older.

The first clinic will be on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Town of Hanover Highway Dept, 11966 Hanover Rd. Silver Creek, NY. The Hanover clinic is co-sponsored by the Town of Hanover, the Village of Silver Creek, and Chautauqua County Health

Department. Dr. Katie Ball will be the attending veterinarian.

To pre-register online for the May 13th Town of Hanover clinic visit: https://on.ny. gov/449M0sD.

The second clinic will be on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Town of Westfield Highway Dept., 118 Chestnut St. Westfield, NY. The Westfield clinic will be co-sponsored by the Town of Westfield, the Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue, and Chautauqua County Health Department. Dr. Katie Ball will be the

attending veterinarian.

To pre-register for the May 20th Town of Westfield clinic visit: https://on.ny. gov/426F0ee

There are a limited number of spots available, so pet owners should pre-register online as soon as possible. If you register, but decide not to attend the event, please cancel your appointment so the spot is available for another pet. You can cancel appointments via the confirmation email you receive when you register. Walk-ins may be accepted, but are not guaranteed.

At the clinics, vehicles

Rabies is a very serious disease of warm-blooded animals caused by a virus. Raccoons, bats, skunks, and foxes are common disease carriers. The virus is transmitted to humans and animals through saliva and can enter the body through a bite, scratch, or open cut. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system and can cause brain swelling and ultimately death within days of the onset of symptoms.

For more information about the clinic and rabies in general, visit https://chqgov. com/environmental-health/ rabies-prevention or contact Chautauqua County Health Department at (716) 753-4481.

Organizations receiving funding in the 2023 Spring Community Grants Program are: The 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Ahira Hall Memorial Library, Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua County, Cassadaga Lakes Association Inc., Chautauqua County Agricultural and Fair Association, Chautauqua County Music Teachers Association, Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth, Chautauqua Township Historical Society, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, Darwin R. Barker Library, Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse, Fredonia Community Choir, Festivals Fredonia, First United Methodist Church of Fredonia, Imagine Forestville, KIDS at Promise, Northshore Arts Alliance, Sheridan Historical Society, St. Columban’s on the Lake, and YWCA of Jamestown Additional grant award details can be found at nccfoundation. org/grant-awards.

Community Grants are awarded biannually in the Spring and Fall of each year. The deadline to submit a letter of interest for the next

The Community Grants Program is supported by many generous donors to NCCF’s Community Funds. To contribute to an existing Community Fund or to create your own Community Fund at NCCF, visit our website at nccfoundation.org, email nccf@nccfoundation.org, or call our office at 716-366-4892 for more information.

Since its incorporation in 1986, the NCCF has invested more than $20 million in northern Chautauqua County through strategic grantmaking, targeted scholarships, and leadership and community collaborations. The NCCF is a tax-exempt charitable organization inherently committed to enhancing the northern Chautauqua community and encouraging local philanthropy. As a nationally accredited community foundation, the NCCF has proven compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, demonstrating integrity, equity, accountability, transparency, and effectiveness in meeting the needs of its community. For more information on the NCCF, visit www.nccfoundation.org or call 716-366-4892.

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Pictured above, a veterinarian administering a vaccination.

Learn the meanings behind popular Mother’s Day flowers

symbolize pride.

• Aster: These daisylike flowers are delicatelooking perennials. Asters make great gifts because they symbolize love and daintiness.

• Begonia: There are more than 2,000 types of begonias, and the flower symbolizes deep thoughts. Begonias were made famous by French horticulturist Michel Bégon, who thought the blooms looked like beautiful girls.

beauty and innocent charm.

• Camellia (white): White camellias stand for purity and innocence, but they also symbolize admiration and respect. Camellias make beautiful additions to any bouquet.

• Daisy: Daisies are happy-looking flowers, and according to Norse mythology they represent motherhood and children.

person.

Mother’s Day is a time to express love and appreciation for mothers, sentiments that are often expressed with gifts. Flowers are a popular present to bestow on Mother’s Day, as they can brighten a room and bring a sweet aroma to any household.

While any flowers may ultimately suffice on Mother’s Day, gift givers may want to select flowers for Mom that convey specific messages. The language of flowers has been recognized for centuries. Though perhaps not as heralded as it once was, flower symbolism persists to this day. Here’s a look

at some of the meanings behind certain types of flowers to help guide Mother’s Day gifting.

• Amaryllis: These plants start as bulbs and are naturally spring-blooming flowers. The name comes from the Greek word “amarysso,” which means “to sparkle,” and they

• Bleeding heart: These flowers are red and pink blossoms that look like the perfect heart shape with a teardrop at the bottom. They’re beautiful and symbolic of love and affection.

• Buttercup: These are associated with youthfulness and cheerfulness and can call to mind childhood days spent picking buttercups and holding them under chins to reveal that you like butter. The flower is known for its

• Delphinium: Delphiniums come in pink, white and blue varieties and embody youth and renewal. They’re a good pick if you want to convey a continued or renewed affection for a

• Tulip: Tulips with an orange hue are thought to represent understanding and appreciation. They can express appreciation for Mom or another special person. Yellow tulips symbolize happiness, while pink tulips are symbolic of love. Red blooms should be reserved for sweethearts. Various flowers symbolize feelings people want to express to their mothers, grandmothers and other special women on Mother’s Day.

APPLICATIONS

Positions available at the Town of Hanover Highway Department NYS Class D license required

Applications available at Hanover Town Hall, 68 Hanover Street, Silver Creek, NY Ph. # 716-934-2273 or by emailing TimothyCrino@ hanoverny.com

Audubon Volunteer Recognition Picnic is Friday, May 12

Jamestown, N.Y. – In

2022, 255 individuals

logged 8,483 volunteer work hours at Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC).

On Friday, May 12, 2023, 4 – 6:30 p.m., a fun-filled picnic will celebrate a year of Audubon’s volunteer accomplishments, honoring those who reached significant milestones within the 2022 calendar year, ranging from 100 to 3,000 hours of service.

“Reflecting on the past, and looking towards the future” is the theme for the event that includes a free picnic dinner for all current ACNC volunteers.

Non-volunteers are welcome for $8 each, $6 Nature Center Members.

Reservations are required by Tuesday, May 9. Volunteers are asked to call the Nature Center at (716) 569-2345 to register. Non-volunteers can call or register online through “Programs and Events” at AudubonCNC.org.

Volunteers work in every department at ACNC, taking care of the trails, gardens, animals, and buildings; performing data entry, store inventory, animal care, and cleaning; leading nature walks, working festivals and events, providing

programs and outreach; in addition to serving on the board and other administrative committees — just to name a few. Their accomplishments are many.

Those being honored for reaching their hour milestones in 2022 include Barb Conklin for 3,000+ hours, Bonnie Bowen for 2,000+, and John Hyde and Olivia Sechriest for 1,000+.

Don Dove, Joe O’Hara, Paul Swanson, Mary Jane Whaley and Catherine Willard all achieved 500+ hours, and Louise Boutwell, Janaette Coleson, Jerry Hildom, Mark Mason and Linda Trostle reached 250+.

Jan Barrelle, Nilla Ecklof, Andrew Harrington, Dinah Hovey, Sue Lampo, Janet Laurin – TRC group lead, Gregg Leonard, Mae Piotrowski, Rachel Roushey, Catherine Simpson and Maia Tome will be recognized for reaching 100+ hours of recorded volunteer time.

A number of these volunteers are registered with RSVP, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program.

Audubon Community Nature Center is located at 1600 Riverside Road, onequarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, N.Y., and Warren, Pa. You

can visit the nearly 600acre nature preserve, check in on the live birds of prey, and hike over five miles of trails dawn until dusk daily for free.

The three-story Nature Center building houses interactive displays, a collection of live animals including the Hellbender exhibit, the 2022 Nature Photography Contest winners, and the Blue Heron Gift Shop. Visitors are welcome Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1 - 4:30 p.m. Nature Center members and SNAP/EBT cardholders have free building admission daily. Building admission is also free every Sunday for nonNature Center members.

To learn more about Audubon and its many programs, call (716) 569-2345, find Audubon Community Nature Center on Facebook, or visit AudubonCNC.org.

Audubon Community Nature Center builds and nurtures connections between people and nature by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about and understand the natural world, and knowledge to act in environmentally responsible ways.

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On Friday evening, May 12, Audubon Community Nature Center’s Volunteer Recognition Picnic will honor and celebrate its volunteers who reached hour milestones for 2022. The outdoor Stephanie Frucella Education Pavilion provides a lovely space for the gathering.

CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY HIRES

MEDIA INFORMATION OFFICER

The new bipartisan role will enhance and ease communication between both the news media and public.

First Sunday Story Time at Audubon May 7 is Free

MAYVILLE, NY – A Falconer native has taken on a newly created bipartisan role within Chautauqua County Government to enhance and ease communication between both the news media and public.

Justin Gould was hired this month as the County’s new Media Information Officer. In the position, Gould will disseminate all noteworthy county communications and coordinate news media inquiries that pertain to County Government and other related affairs.

“I’m honored to be offered this opportunity to work for the people

of Chautauqua County,” said Gould in a statement. “While it will be an adjustment to cross the line from reporting daily local news, to disseminating information, I’m excited to build a bridge between media coverage and governmental affairs.”

A graduate of Falconer High School, Gould cofounded WNY News Now, an online news gathering, and publishing agency based in Jamestown, NY. Until now, Gould owned and operated the business serving as News Director.

“While it’s bittersweet to leave newsgathering and sell my stake in WNY News Now, I’m

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excited to build off my experiences and, in a way, report the news of county government,” explained Gould. “An open and free press is a pillar of our Representative Democracy. Often referred to as the ‘fourth estate’, I will work every day in a bipartisan manner to not only inform the public, but also, assist news agencies across the region, state, country and world better access local officials.”

While the position will physically be located in the County Executive’s office, with Gould maintaining an office in Mayville, NY, duties extend beyond.

“I’m proud to have Justin join the Chautauqua County Government team, taking on what is uncharted territory to build a path for the Media Information Officer position,” said Chautauqua County Executive Paul M. Wendel, Jr. “I believe Justin’s record of fair and accurate news reporting is vital to the role’s success.”

In addition to acting as a liaison for news media organizations, coordinating press conferences, press releases and responding to emergencies as they develop providing upto-date information to both the news media and public; Gould will also assist the legislature, all departments, and agencies within county government to enhance public relations.

Gould is proud to accept the job, which will officially start on June 1, 2023.

Jamestown, N.Y. –Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC) presents First Sunday Story Time, 12:30 – 1 p.m., each month.

Children’s books are powerful tools to connect children to nature and establish a strong foundation for their educational journey.

Sunday, May 7, is the next opportunity for you and your 2 – 8 year old(s) to go on literary adventures with animals, through habitats and seasons, and discover new things with every page.

Storyteller Claire Certo leads your trek. Doors open at 12:20 p.m. for this free, nature-based story time.

The building fully opens at 1:00 p.m. Participants are welcome to stay afterward and explore the Nature Center building. Both the program and Sunday admission are free.

Come for story time and stay to explore the indoor Nature Play Area, live animals, and exhibits. Then go outside to enjoy the outdoor Nature Play Area and visit Soren the Red-tailed Hawk. Participation is limited to 15.

Although this is a free event, reservations are requested by Saturday, May 6, 2023. To reserve your space, call the Nature Center during open hours at (716) 569-2345 or go to AudubonCNC.org and click through “Programs and Events.”

Walk-ins are welcome if there is room.

Audubon Community Nature Center is located at 1600 Riverside Road, onequarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, N.Y., and Warren, Pa. You can visit the nearly 600-acre nature preserve, check in on the live birds of prey, and hike over five miles of trails dawn until dusk daily for free.

The three-story Nature Center building houses interactive displays, a collection of live animals including the Hellbender exhibit, and the Blue Heron Gift Shop. Visitors are welcome Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1 - 4:30 p.m. Nature Center members and SNAP/EBT cardholders have free building admission daily. Building admission is also free every Sunday for nonNature Center members. To learn more about Audubon and its many programs, call (716) 569-2345, find Audubon Community Nature Center on Facebook, or visit AudubonCNC.org.

Audubon Community Nature Center builds and nurtures connections between people and nature by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about and understand the natural world, and knowledge to act in environmentally responsible ways.

Surprise Mom with a special dessert in her honor

Mothers selflessly devote themselves to their children from infancy into adulthood. A mother’s love never wanes, and she’s always ready and willing to step in and put her children first.

Mother’s Day is a great chance for men, women and children to honor the special women in their lives. Delicious homemade treats can show mothers just how much they’re appreciated and adored. Try this tasty recipe for “Cold Mango Soufflés Topped with Toasted Coconut” from “The Complete Mexican, South

American & Caribbean Cookbook” (Metro Books) by Jane Milton, Jenni Fleetwood and Marina Filippelli.

Cold Mango Soufflés

Topped With Toasted Coconut (Makes 4)

4 small mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped

2 tablespoons water

1 tablespoon powdered gelatine

2 egg yolks

1⁄2 cup superfine sugar

1⁄2 cup milk

11⁄4 cups heavy cream

Grated rind of one orange

Toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut, to decorate

Place a few pieces of mango in the base of each of four 2⁄3-cup ramekins. Wrap a creased collar of nonstick parchment paper around the outside of each dish, extending well above the rim. Secure with adhesive tape, then tie tightly with string.

Pour the water into a small heatproof bowl and sprinkle the gelatine over the surface. Leave for 5 minutes or until spongy. Place the bowl in a pan of hot

water, stirring occasionally, until the gelatine has dissolved.

Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks with the superfine sugar and milk in another heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture is thick and frothy. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until the mixture cools. Whisk in the liquid gelatine.

Puree the remaining mango pieces in a food processor or blender, then fold the puree into the egg yolk mixture with the orange rind. Set the mixture aside until starting to thicken.

Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Reserve 4 tablespoons and fold the rest into the mango mixture. Spoon into the ramekins until the mixture is 1 inch above the rim of each dish. Chill for 3 to 4 hours, or until set.

Carefully remove the paper collars from the soufflés. Spoon a little of the reserved cream on top of each soufflé and decorate with some toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut.

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Pictured left to right: Justin Gould, Chautauqua County Media Information

and Chautauqua County Executive Paul M. Wendel, Jr.

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After Audubon Community Nature Center’s First Sunday Story Time on May 7, the 2 – 8 year olds and their adults who participate can enjoy indoor opportunities or go outside to play on Tank the Turtle. Both Sunday building admission and the story time are free.

2023 Evening in the Garden Series Dates Announced

tomatoes.” You will learn about choosing the right variety for your family and your garden site. Other discussions will include new varieties of tomatoes –shapes, sizes, and color. You will learn tomato growing tips to have a bountiful harvest this year and subsequent years! Master Gardener chairperson for Evening in the Garden, Wickie Stapleton, will discuss techniques that are research based on Cornell University.

The demonstration garden is located on the campus of Jamestown Community College 525 Falconer Street Jamestown, NY It is located by the Physical Education Building on Curtis Street, right behind the tennis courts. Parking is located off Curtis Street.

Future dates and topics for Evening in the Garden include:

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BY SHARON RINEHART, MASTER GARDENER

JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK (May 1, 2023) –Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Master Gardener Volunteer Program is excited to announce the 2023

“Evening in the Garden” educational programming.

Evening In the Garden takes place on the third

Wednesday of the month at the Master Gardener demonstration garden. This is where gardening techniques are tested. This hands-on experience provides opportunities for questions and learning.

Our first Evening in the Garden will be held on Wednesday, June 21,2023, at 6:00 pm. The topic for the evening will be “Let’s talk

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Wednesday, July 19th 6:00pm: “Biodiversity in the Garden”. Learn sustainable garden practices to support pollinators and wildlife.

Wednesday, August 16, 2023: “In the Fall Think Spring”. Learn how to prepare your garden bed for winter and over-winter hearty annuals!

The Master Gardener

Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE-Chautauqua). CCEChautauqua is a subordinate governmental agency with an educational mission that operates under a form of organization and administration approved by Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. It is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The association is part of the national cooperative extension system, an educational partnership between County, State, and Federal governments. As New York’s land grant university Cor nell administers the system in this state. Each Cornell Cooperative Extension association is an independent employer that is governed by an elected Board of Directors with general oversight from Cornell. All associations work to meet the needs of the counties in which they are located as well as state and national goals. For more information, call 716-664-9502 or visit our website at www.cce.cornell. edu/chautauqua. Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.

Arkwright Summit Cemetery Association Annual Meeting

Arkwright Summit Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at 7 pm on May 17th at the James Prince residence, 2070 Route 83, Forestville, NY 14062. All interested are welcome. For information, contact 716-467-0886.

Mobile Food Pantry

Last Tuesday of Every Month. May 30, 2023; 11:00am1:00pm. Location: Silver Creek Fire Department 172 Central Avenue, Silver Creek. Receive a food box filled with nutritional items for you and your family. Drive-up pickup is strongly encouraged. Call 716-934-3240 with questions.