Vol. 125, No. 18 Alfred, Allegany County, New York State, U.S.A. 14802 Thursday, May 6, 2010
Of the Community. By the Community. For the Community.
Official Newspaper of Town and Village of Alfred and Alfred-Almond Central School District $1
“A pretty darn good newspaper serving Alfred since 1883”
During a recent Caribbean/ Panama cruise, Brad and Joan Bowden of Alfred brought former Alfredians Bill and Connie Earl and Connie's sister, Celeste Musachio, up-to-date on recent changes on Main Street in Alfred, as reported in The Alfred Sun, their hometown newspaper.
Deep Sea Building Challenge
Alfred boys win first prize in LEGO building contest
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At Alfred State College field
AU softball shares E8 title, hosting Empire 8 tourney
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ALFRED--Everyone who at- tended Alfred's annual Hot Dog Day on Saturday, April 24, had a chance to offer suggestions for improving the village at a booth sponsored by Alfred Alive, a new community revitalization initiative working to make Al- fred more attractive to commu- nity members, businesses, students and visitors.
Alfred Alive members Kim Donius and Tim Cochran polled students, parents, community members and visitors for ideas on programs, venues, beautifica- tion projects, or sustainability ef- forts they would like to see implemented. Any ideas were
Alfred business district getting major facelift
welcome no matter how small or grandiose. Three by five cards were also available at the booth throughout the day so people could write down their sugges- tions and post them on a bulletin board.
All suggestions are to be con- sidered by the members of Al- fred Alive at their next general meeting on May 24 in the Vil- lage Hall theater. Meanwhile, the four sub-groups of the organ- ization will be meeting sepa- rately to identify the top projects they would like to see imple- mented in the areas of economic development, programming, sustainability and communica-
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tion/marketing.
Members of the sustainability sub-group were the ones who came up with the idea of having a tent at Hot Dog Day. Members of the group include Kim Do- nius, Tim Cochran, Ly Kesse, Sherman Clarke, Pam Jones, LisaJo Looney, Anna Cormack, Mary Stearns and Alan Littell.
The members of the sustain- ability group would like to thank the following people for their help in making the Alfred Alive booth a success: Keith Rogers for contributing the tent; the Al- fred University and Alfred State College Hockey Clubs for put- ting up the tent and getting
everything ready; Billy Ernest of Almond for assistance with the hand-painted signs; Tricia De- bertolis for supporting Alfred Alive and providing an excellent spot for the booth; John Ninos, Sr. for helping with the tent and for his support of the Alfred Alive effort.
Thanks also go to David Kendall and Tim Cochran from Alfred State College, who shared their interest and expert- ise in energy conservation and helped to attract people to the booth with their demonstration of the efficiency of different types of light bulbs; Virginia Rasmussen for providing neces-
sary booth equipment; and fi- nally to Kim Donius for all of her hard work in contacting peo- ple, gathering supplies, and co- ordinating everything to make the booth project a reality.
Alfred Alive welcomes new members. Everything is very in- formal. Just drop by the next general meeting on May 24 and check it out, or talk with one of the people presently involved in the organization or with one of the members of the Alfred Alive steering committee: Anne Acton, Dr. Karla Back, Amanda Burns, Justin Grigg, Peter Mc- Clain, Lana Meissner, Virginia Rasmussen and Peter von Stack- elberg.
Group gathers ideas for community revitalization
By DAVID L. SNYDER Editor and Publisher
ALFRED--There are some who consider Main Street in a small town like a community’s living room. If that’s the case, Alfred is getting a major remodeling.
A October 29, 2009 fire that de- stroyed one of Alfred’s oldest com- mercial buildings has resulted in a commercial game of musical chairs downtown.
A new Collegiate Restaurant, near- ing completion at 31 N. Main Street is not the only thing that’s new.
Westside Wine and Spirits now oc- cupies the former home of Crandall’s Jeweler’s and will soon be joined next door by Alfred Sports Center.
Meanwhile, in the center of the Main Street business block, Uncle Al- fred’s Sub Shop has opened at 17 N.
Main Street.
And, a few doors down, the Rose- bush Block has been fully renovated with the upstairs apartments now being advertised.
At street level, it is likely the Kam- pus Kave will reopen its doors to cus- tomers soon, while it is also likely that a tenant will be found to open a food business in the former Collegiate.
In other business related news, Dick Stuart and Cheryl Sirianni have pur- chased the Big Dipper from the Craig Mix family and did a robust business on opening day Saturday, May 1.
Stuart has completed major changes to the grounds surrounding the ice cream shop, removing trees, replacing the roof and “sprucing up.”
At right, the “new” Collegiate is taking shape.
Businesses playing musical chairs
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Alfred State College students enrolled in the digital media and animation program will host the second annual Digital Media &
Animation Senior Showcase on Saturday, May 8, at 2 p.m. in the Engineering Lecture Hall (room 215) at Alfred State College.
This year’s show is composed of seven senior thesis animations from the digital media and ani- mation baccalaureate program at Alfred State. This event is free and open to the public. A recep- tion will immediately follow in the third floor lounge where each of the animation seniors will be showcasing progress work from their animations and will also be available for any questions.
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Please be advised that the monthly meeting of the Alfred Town Board will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13 in the truck bay of the Alfred Station Fire Hall.
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Children born on or before December 1, 2005 are eligible to enter school in September 2010.
On Monday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m. parents and their children in the Alfred-Almond Central School District are invited to at- tend Kindergarten Visitation at A-A. This visitation is open to all children who will be eligible to enter school in September 2010. Kindergarten registration --The Alfred Police Depart-
ment has been busy of late.
--Evan S. Coronis, 19, of Lyn- deborough, NH and Griffin S.
Welsh, 18, of Saratoga Springs, were charged April 29 with third degree burglary (felony), 3rd de- gree criminal mischief (felony) and petit larceny following a brief investigation of a burglary to a local business that occurred in the early morning hours of April 28. Coronis was arraigned in Alfred Village Court and re- manded to Allegany County Jail in lieu of $10,000 bail; Welsh was arraigned in Alfred Village Court and remanded to Allegany County Jail in lieu of $2,500 bail.
--Daniel J. Paccone, 23, of Syracuse was charged Thursday, April 29 with driving while in- toxicated, blood alcohol content over .08%, aggravated DWI and leaving the scene of a property damage accident following the report of a motor vehicle acci- dent on Waterwells Road. Pac- cone was issued tickets to appear in Alfred Town Court and then released to a third party.
--Raymond A. Racalto, 43, of Alfred Station, was charged Sunday, April 25 with 3rd de- gree attempted assault following an incident that occurred at his residence. He was issued an ap- pearance ticket for Alfred Town Court.
--Dawn A. Winters, 49, of Al- fred Station, was charged Satur- day, April 24 with 2nd degree criminal trespassing following an incident on Hamilton Hlil Road in the Town of Alfred. She was released and is to appear in Alfred Town Court.
--Joffre J. Velez, 20, of Brook- lyn, was charged Thursday, April 22 with first degree crimi- nal sexual act (class B felony) and forcible touching following an investigation into an incident that occured on March 21, 2010.
Velez was arrested on an arrest warrant issued by Alfred Village Court. He was arraigned in Al- fred Village Court and remanded to Allegany County Jail in lieu of $20,000 bail.
--Charged with open container violations over the Hot Dog Day Weekend April 23-25, and or- dered to appear in Alfred Village Court, were: Geoffrey E.
Perkins, 27, of North Rose;
Matthew J. Rebisz, 21 of Perry;
Alfred Police Report
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"IT'S A SMALL TOWN WHEN...
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E-mail items to: [email protected]
Joseph T. Omilanowicz, 18, of Mexico, NY; Denis P. Eagan, 23, of Binghamton; Melissa A.
Sokolinski, 20, of Walden; Clin- ton A. Zajac, 19, of Churchville;
Orry J. Dowdell, 20, of Churchville; Marc D. Corbett, 21, of Kenmore; Jonathan W.
Burns, 21, of Hoosick Falls;
Arielle M. Pasquier, 20, of Al- fred; Donald H. Piers, 21, of Ad- dison; Lucas C. CDumais, 19, of Lockport; Daniel J. Conklin, 19, of Chester; Raymond T. Gruarin, 19, of Youngstown; Christopher T. Grey, 21, of Grahamsville;
Daniel E. Lewis, 21, of Wood- bourne; Brian M. KSkiver, 22, of Portville; Pauline K. Tines, 19, of Rome; Shane R. VanAl- styne, 19, of Herkimer; Michael A. Fisher, 19, of Darien Center;
Adam C. Pierce, 25, of Avon;
Emma D. Berry, 20, of Webster;
Cal L. Schilling, 22, of Chitte- nango; and Meghan B. Happ, 25, of Avon.
Also charged for open con- tainer violations were Luis A.
Ross Jr., 19, of Bronx; Alexis S.
Parrillo, 20, of Corning; Holly Pasquarella, 18, of Blasdell;
Brian C. Lechliter, 21, of Elmira; Gorden N. Streeter, 22, of Elmira; Brandi L. Burnett, 23, of Cayuga; Ryan A. LaRose, 25, of Horseheads; Kimberly M.
Barnett, 17, of Castile; Wendell E. Williamson, 20, of New Haven, CT; Charlene E. Harvey, 26, of Hornell; Kamrie C.
Costello, 19, of Shinglehouse, PA; Zackary R. Alger, 20, of Hornell; Robert T. George, 21, of Arcade; Mallory A. Sawyer, 19, of Oneida; William A. Rup- pert, 21, of Arcade; Christopher Brizendine, 19, of Penfield;
Christopher T. Grey, 21, of Gra- hamsville (2nd offense); Daniel E. Lewis, 21, of Woodbourne (second offense); Brian T. Sin- clair, 19, of LeRoy; Stephanie J.
Bell, 25, of Rochester; Anthony Y. Baker IV, 23, of North Tonawanda; Jonah W. Trammel, 21, of Phelps; Benjamine J. Ab- bott, 23, of Horseheads; Adam R. Housekrecht, 21, of Bath;
Patrick W. Miller, 19, of Schoharie; Leon A. Woodworth, 20, of Hornell; Michael P. Haa- sis, 21, of Rochester; and Scott R. Wunsch, 24, of Williamsville.
Also, Zachary D. Becker, 21, of Waverly, was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest and was released to a third
party.
--Dalton J. Martello, 20, of Portville, was charged with un- lawful possession of alcohol and false impersonation. Martello was arraigned and remanded to Allegany County Jail.
--Cameron T. Shearing, 21, of Gainesville, was charged with open container and resisting ar- rest. He was arraigned and re- leased to a third party.
--Steven P. Kelly, 21, of Hor- nell was charged with felony driving while intoxicated, re- fusal to submit to breath test, and failure to keep right. Kelly was arraigned in Village Court and remanded to Allegany County Jail.
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ALMOND--Good, used house-hold items are needed for the Almond Historical Society’s annual Trash and Treasures Sale, set for Saturday, May 15.
President Lee A. Ryan has an- nounced that this year’s co- chairmen are Mike Baker and Ginger McCarthy. “Please call us and we’ll make arrangements to pick up your items. Proceeds from the sale are used to main- tain our 1830s Hagadorn House Museum. We’ll also give you a receipt for items if requested.”
ALMOND--Those interested in assisting with Almond Com- munity Day, which this year will be held Saturday, Aug. 28, are encouraged to attend a meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13 at the Almond Library. If you are unable to attend but wish to be a part of this community event, please call Tammy Kokot @ 276-2222.
Vendors who are interested in setting up at Almond Commu- nity Day should contact Kokot at the same number.
The dental practice of
Dr. John A. del Campo
49 Hillcrest Drive Alfred, NY 14802 607 • 587 • 8838
welcomes new patients
To donate items, call Mike Baker at 276 6161 or Ginger McCarthy at 276 6184. The AHS has storage facilities avail- able, so you may call now.
The sale will be held in the pavilion behind Hagadorn House from 9 a.m. till 3 p.m.
Saturday, May 15. Also featured will be a bake sale, coffee and donuts in the morning, and a beef on weck lunch at noon with take-outs available.
Almond Community to meet May 13 to plan annual event
Trash and Treasures Sale
to be held May 15 in Almond
THE ALFRED SUN, Thursday, May 6, 2010 3
Quite frankly, we want to keep the dream alive.
Back in 1884, a simple item appeared in the Alfred Sun that said, “Wanted, one thousand subscribers to the Sun.”
That goal suggested by Sun co-founder and legendary Editor and Publisher Frank A.
Crumb, was met before the new
millennium. But now we’d like to keep the dream alive. So we’ve set a goal of 125 new subscribers to mark the SUN’s 125th anniversary.
During Frank Crumb’s Dream Campaign, we offer new subscribers 13 months for the year’s subscription price of $27 ($30 outside of Allegany County). That’s $25 off the news stand price. And you’ll read hometown news and interesting stories found nowhere else!
If you would like to help keep Frank Crumb’s Dream alive, send your name and address or that of a loved one with check payable to “Alfred Sun” to: Frank Crumb’s Dream, c/o Alfred Sun, P.O. Box 811, Alfred, NY 14802. We thank you and Frank thanks
you!
In our travels this winter, we spent some time with an old AU classmate and friend and discovered he had grown up in Hornell.
When he heard I write a recipe column, he said I should write about the famous bean soup served by the Hotel Hornell. He said people came from miles around to enjoy it.
I did some research at the Hornell Library and learned a lot about the Hotel Hornell. However, I could not find any mention of the food served there or, of course, no printed recipes. I think I need to find some old church printed recipe books but, so far, I’m coming up empty.
If you know of any sources I could investigate, please let me know. Until then, here is a recipe for a bean soup that Steve Clarke gave us to include in the Alfred Community Theatre’s cook book printed a few years ago.
Ham and Bean Soup 3 T. butter ½ bag spinach 1 med. onion, chopped 1 lg. can chicken broth 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 T. dried parsley 3 carrots, shredded ½ T. dried chives 4 stalks celery, chopped ¼ T. dried basil
½ green pepper, chopped ¼ T. dried oregano
½ lb. thickly sliced ham, diced 1 packet ham broth concentrate 2 cans white kidney beans salt and pepper to taste
1 (20oz.) can chopped or pureed 1 can refried beans tomatoes
Rinse spinach; remove stems and tear into smaller pieces. Set aside. Melt butter in skillet. Saute onion, garlic, celery, carrots, and peppers. When onion becomes translucent, add ham. Stir occasion- ally to blend flavors. Add broth and ham concentrate. Stir and cook on high heat until it boils. Add spices, beans and tomatoes. Reduce to medium heat. Add spinach and stir occasionally. When spinach is wilted, add refried beans. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors for about 20 min. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese.
SUNNY SIDE UP
By ELLEN SHULTZ Alfred Sun Columnist
Bean soup at Hotel Hornell
ALFRED—Thanks to the gen- erosity of Alfred State alumnus Bret Llewellyn, Buffalo, market- ing, class of 1980, there is a beau- tiful new art gallery on campus.
The Bret Llewellyn Art Gallery,
Alfred State alum establishes new art gallery
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introduced Llewellyn by saying that he is an “exemplar of the en- trepreneurial spirit.” As a soccer player while he was here at Al- fred, Bret believed that his team should have tee-shirts. So he and his coach began silk screening tee-shirts in the coach’s garage.
Llewellyn went on to found the Underground, an embroidery, silk-screen, and print company that held contracts with major league sporting franchises to sell their licensed products. He has since sold that business and has moved into real estate develop- ment. “But,” concluded Ander- son, “his love for Alfred State has never waned.” Llewellyn noted that Alfred State was a great place where he “spent some of the happiest times” of his life. “I love the art field and I love giving something back to a place that gave me so much, including a well-rounded education, before I entered the ‘real world.’” The gallery, directed by Tammy Bracket, assistant professor, Computer Imaging and Architec- tural Engineering Technology Department, showcases visiting artists’ and student works. Pic- tured, Anderson, Llewellyn, and Bracket, cut the ribbon.
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To the Editor:
Like many of you, I have been very dissatisfied with the way our Legislature is operating (or, more accurately, not operating), and, like many of you, I think it is time for some major changes. I recently received a mailing from the office
Time for a change
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“A pretty darn good newspaper serving Alfred since 1883”
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Frank Crumb’s Dream Subscription Campaign Update
65 down, 60 to go
Back in 1884, a simple item appeared in the Sun that said,
“Wanted, one thousand sub- scribers to the Alfred Sun.” It’s been 125 years since legendary Sun Editor Frank A. Crumb, who was with the Sun from 1883 to 1951, set the millenary goal.
Not knowing of Frank Crumb’s Dream, I, too, had set a goal of 1000 subscribers when I joined the paper in 1976. That goal was finally reached in Jan- uary 1999. But we want to keep the dream alive.
The late Eugene T. Van Horn, who owned the newspaper from 1951 until 1973, told us one time that circulation peaked in the 1960s at 700. It’s now over 900. We’ve added 65 new sub- scribers since Jan. 1, 2009.
We encourage our readers to give a subscription to the Alfred Sun as a gift--it keeps giving week after week, all through the year. During Frank Crumb’s Dream Campaign, we offer 13 months for the price of $27 ($30 outside of Allegany County).
That’s $25 off the news stand price. And you’ll read exclusive hometown news and interesting stories!
We think the Alfred Sun is like a weekly letter from home.
If you would like to contribute to Frank Crumb’s Dream, send your name and address or that of a loved one together with your check payable to “Alfred Sun” to: Frank Crumb’s Dream, c/o Alfred Sun, P.O. Box 811, Alfred, NY 14802. Happy read- ing!--David L. Snyder, Ed. & Pub.
The JONNY SEZ! Program Come gather around, all you smart girls and boys, And listen to what JONNY SEZ!
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Cuz of those things we’ve learned quite enough…
So if ever you go to a place that they sellphones Take all of your questions and such,
Cuz I really don’t know very much.”
Tune in again next time when JONNY will SEZ! :
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Stuff as ‘thegreatest thing since sliced bread.’
Cuz sliced bread’s not as thrilling as everyone says.
But toast – well, now toast is amazing!
Toast isthe best thing since sliced bread.”
Our JONNY SEZ! program is sponsored today By the world-famous Don’t Council Poster And their Tips of the Day that they post.
And here is the Don’t Council’s Tip of the Day:
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of Assemblyman Jim Bacalles asking his constituents to support a “People’s Convention to Reform New York”. The goals of such a convention would be to consider, among other things, real property tax relief, spending cap, debt re- form, and term limits for legisla- tors.
So far, I am in complete agree- ment with this idea. However, he is proposing that each of New York’s 62 counties be represented by three delegates, and here is where the disagreement arises.
New York City, consisting of the Bronx, Kings, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island would be repre- sented by 15 delegates – the same
numbers that would represent Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Alle- gany, Steuben and Yates Counties.
That means that five counties in western New York, with a popu- lation of 361,366 (1.9% of the state’s population) would have the same representation as New York City, with a population of 8,214,426 (42.5% of the ’s popu- lation).
I know that as much as many of us dislike the treatment accorded to New York City, it is undeniable that the 42.5% of the population in New York City should be repre- sented by more delegates than the 1.8% of the population represent- ing the 5 counties listed from Western New York. Let’s move toward a more equitable distribu- tion of representatives to ensure that everyone’s interests are met.
Barbara Crumb Branchport, NY
Dear Editor:
Many letters to the editor these days present the idea that what- ever the founders “intended” by what they wrote in the 1780s is what we should say the Constitu- tion means today. That statement then is used to support whatever emotion the writer is feeling about U.S. politics at the moment.
I’d like to suggest several ques- tions we might ask ourselves about this idea.
• Do “we know” what the founders “intended”?
• Do we believe that the founders wrote the best they could given their education and experi- ence in the 1700s? (The writers were highly educated.)
• Do we believe that times have changed in the last 150 years? Do we believe that they would write now exactly what they wrote then?
• Do we believe that most law- makers and citizens do their best to keep up with the times, chang- ing laws and even occasionally the Constitution as they see neces- sary?
• Do we believe that in a democracy everyone is responsi- ble to be educated so that he or she can try to understand actual local, national, and international issues and to vote as sensibly as possi- ble?• Are we proud of the fact that when our citizens disagree about an election, a debate, or a law, we don’t take to the streets with weapons but rely on the next elec- tion, the next debate, or the next law to make a change?
I heard it said recently that the unrest today has much to do with the fact that we live in unreason- able times, and that one of the problems with our current Presi- dent is that he is, on the whole, a reasonable man.
I hope so.
Sincerely, Sharon Hoover Lewes DE
Unreasonable times
The times, they are a-changin’. I recently received word that the firm that weekly prints this newspaper is making some changes in their operations. The parent company of Greenhouse Newspa- pers has decided to print its jobs in its Canandaigua plant.
Now, along with a change in venue for printing the newspaper, there’s also a reduced timeframe in which the newspaper is to be produced. To make a long story short, The Alfred Sun must now receive all items no later than noon Monday for Thursday’s publi- cation. This certainly will test this editor’s mettle as there will be less grace in which to operate.
Since 1986, this newspaper has been produced in-house, then taken to the Evening Tribune, whose press crew has been most tol- erant of my bad habit of procrastination. Many times I have said that when I’m six feet under, it will be the first deadline I’ve met.
In hindsight, making the switch to on-screen production didn’t come any too soon. That same press crew had been after me for a few years to make the change as the Sun was the only paper still requiring use of their antiquated camera...and chemicals. Now that change will save me a trip to Canandaigua., if that plant were even equipped to handle a job such as mine.
Now it seems that the Canandaigua plant does not stock the size paper that this publication is customarily printed on, so there will be another change. Starting next week, the Alfred Sun will gain a few inches, giving me more space for, hopefully, more news....if I can keep up!
So, I will miss the press crew at the Evening Tribune. They have served me well, for which I am most grateful. But now it’s time to move on to another chapter in The Alfred Sun’s long his- tory.
In sum, please plan accordingly: as of May 10, 2010, absolute deadline for ALL submissions to this newspaper is 12 noon Mon- day for this Thursday publication. Any items received after that time will not be published.
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Allegany County Office for the Aging Meals on Wheels & Luncheon Center Menu
Monday, May 10
Pineapple tidbits, roast pork, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, din- ner roll, butterscotch pudding, diabetic pudding.
Tuesday, May 11
Tossed salad, Sloppy Joe on bun, broc- coli cheese soup, spinach, cheese- cake, diabetic pudding.
Wednesday, May 12 Sunshine salad, macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes, green beans, rye bread, oatmeal raisin cookie, diabetic pears.
Thursday, May 13
Coleslaw, chicken breast supreme w/sauce, brown rice, California blend vegetables, bran quick bread, pumpkin crunch, diabetic applesauce.
Friday, May 14
Tropical fruit salad, beef stew, Brussel sprouts, biscuit, chocolate pudding, di- abetic pudding.
For reservations, call the site coordina- tor or 585-268-9390 or (toll free 1-866- 268-9390) by 2 p.m. on the previous day.ALFRED NUTRITION SITE Union University Church Center, 12 noon
Call Cindy Berry at 607-382-4918.
Monday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., lunch at noon.
Wednesday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., lunch at noon. Blood pressure clinic.
Thursday—Lunch at noon.
BELMONT NUTRITION SITE American Legion Hall, 11:30 a.m.
Call Lila Johnson at 585-268-5380.
Tuesday—Exercises at 10 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m. “Nursing Home Week”
“Nurses” Blood pressure clinic.
WHAT’S COOKIN’?
WELLSVILLE--Alfred State College students, faculty, and staff in Wellsville celebrated Earth Day by joining with their neighbors, the Atlantic Richfield (AR) project team, to plant flowers and shrubs around the campus. The College purchased plants using a $1,000 donation by BP (British Petroleum), which was made on behalf of AR, a BP-affiliated company. BP employees and consultants from the project joined the College in the planting effort. Project Manager Eric Larson gave a short presentation on the wetland treatment system that has been put in place on the site of a former Sinclair refinery, discussing the decision to select this more natural and sus- tainable technology for Wellsville. Larson said, “Our project in Wellsville is an excellent example of environmental stewardship. AR selected a more environmentally friendly and sustainable tech- nology to clean residual groundwater contamination at this former refinery site and protect the Genesee River, an important natural and economic resource for this region. Earth Day gives us an opportunity to showcase our project and continue to give something back to this area’s natural environment.”
Thursday—Exercises at 10 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m. “May Party,” “The Country Western Band w/Milt Newcomb.”
BOLIVAR NUTRITION SITE Fire Hall 12 noon
Call Carolyn Hackett at 585-928-2672 Monday—Exercises at 11 a.m., lunch at noon.
Wednesday—Exercises at 11 a.m., lunch at 12 noon. Nicki Jones, VNA.
Thursday—Lunch at 12 noon.
CANASERAGA NUTRITION SITE Canaseraga Fire Hall, 11:45 a.m.
Call Barb Welch at 607-295-7301.
Tuesday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at 11:45 a.m., “Bingo.”
Thursday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at 11:45 a.m. “National Egg Month,” Nicki Jones, VNA.
CUBA NUTRITION SITE AA Arnold Community Center, 12 noon
Call Linda Nelson at 585-968-2397 Monday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., Eu- chre, Cards, Dominoes, Puzzles at 11 a.m., Lunch at noon, “Train Day.” Call in reservations for Sr. Citizens Mtg.!
Tuesday—Euchre, Cards, Dominoes, Puzzles at 10:30 a.m., lunch at 12 noon. “Reminisce: First Watch.”
FILLMORE NUTRITION SITE Fillmore Fire Hall,, 12 noon Call Maggie Brown at 585-737-5609 Monday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at noon, Cards, Jigsaw Puzzles, Euchre.
Thursday—Exercises at 10:30 a.m., Cards, Jigsaw Puzzles, Euchre. Lunch at noon. Blood pressure clinic.
FRIENDSHIP NUTRITION SITE Community Center, 12 noon Call Office for the Aging 585-268- Tuesday—Exercises 9390 at 10:45 a.m.,Lunch at noon. Cards at 1:00 p.m.
Thursday—Exercises at 10:45 a.m., Lunch at noon. Cards at 1:00 p.m.
WELLSVILLE NUTRITION SITE Community Center, 12 noon Call Donna Fiegl at 585-593-7665.
Monday—Stretch at 9 a.m., Bingo at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at noon, Euchre at 1 p.m.Wednesday—Games 10 a.m., Lunch at noon, Euchre 1 p.m.
Thursday—Stretch 9 a.m., Bingo at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at noon, Bridge at 1 p.m.
Friday--Bingo at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at noon, Pinochle at 12:30 p.m.
WHITESVILLE NUTRITION SITE Whitesville Fire Hall, 12 noon Call Voni Mattison at 315-878-2507.
Monday—Exercises at 10:45 a.m., Lunch at noon, “Breathe!”
Tuesday—Lunch at 12 noon. “How Low Can You Go?”
Wednesday—Exercises at 10:45 a.m., Lunch at 12 noon, “Breathe!”
BOARD NEWS – APRIL 26, 2010
Each session of the Allegany County Board of Legislators has its own unique personality. The April 26th meeting started with a change for the first time in about 16 months as the veteran scheduled to lead the “Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag” was unable to attend and perform that function. Legislator Norman Ungermann, an Army veteran, offered to fill in, and led us in the Pledge. Office For the Aging Director Kim Toot made a presentation regarding “Older Americans Month.”Later in the meeting Chairman Crandall pro- claimed May as “Older Americans Month” in Allegany County.
Economic Development Director John Foels then introduced our new County Planner, Kier Dirlam, to the Board. He is no stranger to our County or Board, but is new in this new position.We have high hopes for the help that Kier can provide for the County.
The heart of the meeting involved consideration of 14 separate resolutions. Resolution 88-10 proposed naming the main ceremonial courtroom after retiring County Judge James E. Euken. Legislator Ungermann questioned why he deserved this more than other recent judges. I noted that Judge Euken has appeared in that courtroom as a private attorney, Public Defender, District Attorney and County Judge. I am unaware of any other attorney or judge who has per- formed in all those capacities. The resolution was ultimately adopted by a 13-1 vote, with Legislator Ungermann opposed. Resolution 89- 10 set the rates for solid waste residential user fees for 2010. Reso- lution 90-10 opposed various proposed state legislation that would restrict the right of citizens to purchase and own guns. Most of the remaining resolutions were routine in nature, with only a few ex- ceptions. Resolution 95-10 abolished a number of vacant positions in various county departments. This is the result of an initiative by Legislator Tim O’Grady, Chair of the Personnel Committee. Abol- ishing these vacant positions means those departments will have to come back to the Board to re-establish them, as well as fill them at some future date. This should limit the growth of county government and keep down costs.
The most controversial issue considered by the Board involved resolution 100-10. It involved a contract with LaBella Associates, PC., for preparation of a study of space needs and utilization within the County Office Building, at a maximum cost not to exceed
$7,000. Various Legislators objected to spending money at this time.
The Board has been criticized for not having professional plans in place. I supported this resolution as a way of preparing for the future.
Most of my colleagues were not in agreement. A motion to table the resolution was offered by Legislator Cady and seconded by Legis- lator Ungermann. The motion to table was approved.
The final resolution considered was number 101-10, which sought approval for an “Inter-Municipal Mutual Aid Agreement Be- tween the County of Allegany and the Allegany County Town High- way Superintendents Association.” This Agreement ratifies the existing practice of various towns and the county providing mutual aid to one another. Legislator Ungermann objected on the grounds that it was too vague and did not contain specific rates for various pieces of equipment. Legislator Fanton countered that those issues are dealt with by current practice, and that everyone involved is comfortable with the way things are handled. The resolution was approved by a 13-1 vote, with Legislator Ungermann opposed.
During the Ways & Means Committee Meeting that preceded the Board meeting, County Treasurer Terri Ross provided an update on Sales Tax revenue. 2010 revenue had been trending higher than for 2009 until April. The second half of April saw a sharp drop that presumably reflects a slow-down in the economy. I question whether it reflects NYS holding back our money to help cover its own deficit.
Currently we are down $22,594.24 for year-to-date collections com- pared to budgeted figures. Hopefully the economy will pick up in coming weeks. Time will tell.
ALFRED--The final Aman- dine Club meeting for the season will be a luncheon catered by Jill Grigg. It will be held at 1 p.m.
Thursday, May 6 at the Alfred Seventh Day Baptist Parish House. The cost of the luncheon is $10 and reservations should be made with Amanda Snyder 587-8420 or Mary Huntington 587-9239 by Monday, May 3.
Amandine Club luncheon
6 THE ALFRED SUN, Thursday, May 6, 2010
WELLSVILLEThe Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. Using their train
ing, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or work
place following an event and can take a more active role in preparing their community. The program is administered by DHS.
CERT Training for Volunteers will be held 69 p.m. May 1014 and 9 a.m.4 p.m. May 15 at the American Red Cross, 112 North Main Street, Wellsville. To register, call 5855931531 or go online to www.redcrossacc.org.
By KIM DONIUS
ALFREDYou are urged to attend the Alfred Town Board meeting on Thursday, May 13th at 7:00 pm at the Alfred Station Fire Hall.
Here is information you should know……
• The question of Industrial Wind Turbine Generators (WTGi) is not a simple question of being green or “being in my backyard”.
There are so many issues to be examined in a wind farm project of Mega watt size that you need to be informed. The right decisions must be made.
• A proposed wind turbine is 413 feet tall. It sits on 300 tons of concrete and weighs 265 tons. (Suzlon and Vestas)
• The 415 foot tall turbines will be sitting on ridgelines that are 2,000 to 2,500 feet high. The projected wind factory calls for 10 turbines for ASC and 10 other turbines leased to local landowners.
ASC placed a test tower April 2009 and after one year of data will be able to give us their computer modeling of wind data in Alfred, NY. Data on ASC site currently begins with November 2009.
http://www.alfredstate.edu/aboutus/goinggreen Average wind speed of 14 mph is viable. 8.4mph is necessary or the turbine won’t cutin. (start up)
• The turbines will become a part of scenic views of Alfred and surrounding environs. Do we have a limit on the number we will accept? It is not uncommon for more wind turbines to follow once a farm is established.
• Cohocton announced a village tax increase of $7.85 for 2010/11 over their $7.56 for 2009. (Tribune 3/29/10)
• Howard announced construction plans are on hold for the Howard wind farm because tax credits were not forthcoming. The tax credit is invaluable to the wind company. Are wind profits alone insufficient to move the company forward?
• The resale value of your home is negatively impacted when you live within two miles of a wind turbine. (Studies from Wisconsin and other states show that properties decreased sales prices 30% on average. The negative impact zone includes the village of Alfred.
While there an unequal impact on land owners, there is no mecha
nism for compensation.
• Power produced by Alfred’s wind turbines will not be reverse
metered into our local electricity nor will it reduce our local electric costs. It can, however, benefit upstate or adjoining states. Dedicated wind supporters can best support wind by donating $7.50 for 300kw or 20 and ½ cents /kW to help the federal and state government sub
sidies necessary to produce wind power. In 2007, $724 Million was spent to encourage wind turbines being built.Taxpayers paid
$23.37/MW in subsidies vs .25 for natural gas.
http://tonto.eia.doe.gov/energy_in_brief/energy_subsidies.cfm
• The town planning board has drafted a preliminary wind energy law to protect citizenry. The town board approved the preliminary wind energy law and it is now with the town's lawyer for review.
Town board changes will be made and a public hearing will be held.
• Once the turbines are erected, they will stand for 1020 years?
We have been told the town has the option to purchase the turbines after ten years. Within these 10 years government subsidies runout.
Will new fuel technology update or supersede wind? To date, the government has committed $13.7 billion dollars in subsidies for wind production. Current subsidies run out in 2013
• Consider the cost to other species besides the human species…
bats, birds and wildlife in areas with turbines will be adversely af
fected in some manner.
• Consider the health cost to our species.
The upcoming decision by the Planning Board and Town Board will have a significant impact on our way of life for years to come.
You are urged to attend the Alfred Town Board meeting on Thurs
day, May 13th at 7:00 pm at the Alfred Station Fire Hall.
THE 46TH ANNUAL Allegany County Dairy Princess Pageant was held April 24, 2010 at the Belfast Fire Hall. 2009-10 Allegany County Princess Andrea Finch of Farmersville crowned the new princess, Tara Cline. Pictured from left are Katelyn Walley, 2nd NYS Alternate, newly reign- ing Dairy Princess Tara Cline,, Andrea Finch, 2009-2010 alternate Meghan Snyder and Allegany County Dairy Ambassador Lindsey Finch. (Photo provided)
Alfred Wind Energy Notes
A periodic column to inform Alfred residents of the ongoing findings of a wind energy study group.
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Weeks of May 6-May 12, 2010 ALFRED SUN, PO Box 811, 764 Route 244, Alfred, NY 14802 607-587-8110
Allison Craver’s pottery rarely belongs in the kitchen
ALFRED—The winter found three young men diligently cre- ating sea creatures from Legos!
Isaac, Joseph and John Sny- der, sons of Jerry and Dotty Sny- der of Sunny Cove Farm in Alfred, were eagerly working on
the Lego Club School Edition Building Challenge. The chal- lenge was to build a model, solely composed of Legos, of what one thought the deep sea looked like. Legos provided a suggested book list, wihch the By ELAINE HARDMAN
Alfred Sun Reporter ALFRED--There’s pottery in our kitchen. Honestly, there’s pottery all over our house but more is in the kitchen. Func- tional work, food-related stuff – that’s what my hands do with clay and how my mind sees stoneware so when Allison Craver said that her pottery rarely belongs in a kitchen my brain hiccupped.
Allison came to Alfred for art with no intention of working with ceramics. She came for the solid and sensible reason that the School of Art and Design is a good deal.
When she began exploring what Alfred offered she found herself absorbed by clay – the challenges of clay’s technical is- sues, the varied systems for con- struction and the chemistry that creates and solves problems all drew her in but then she realized the soft side of clay. The com- munity.
She became entwined with the many layers of friendship and camaraderie that the ceramics
community offers. Students have to work together to load and fire a kiln; to share the space inside the fire chambers; to move the massive weight of bricks and shelves and work.
Clay students rely on each other because they have to and then because that’s the way they work.
Allison is interested in per- sonal spaces and sculptural forms. She makes bedroom boxes, forms that could be used to hold coins, jewelry, keep- sakes, special things but not food. Soap dishes are in her realm; oatmeal bowls are not.
She works with a series of molds so her pieces are constructed in segments but are of varied size and texture. The detail in them caught my eye when I roamed the senior work area one day so I asked to talk with her.
Allison attributes her interest in art to her family. “I grew up in an artistic, creative household and didn’t realize till later that some parents don’t make things.”
She began actively drawing in a sketch book when she was six
and she just carried it around drawing her cat and things in her house. For now, Allison seems
interested in what she is trying to accomplish thought she seems not to like all her work - not an unusual situation when one is so immersed in a project and seek- ing some ideal. She looks at her outcomes and finds the next di- rection to continue her work.
The work she will display at her Senior Thesis Show on Sat- urday will include a variety of her special boxes posed on pedestals decorated with terra cotta clay pressed into molds to create large plinth structures.
The structures will be about sta- bility; the boxes – fragility; the process – an evolving under- standing of space.
For the summer Allison Craver will be at Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts in New- castle, Maine. After that it’s in- tense work for four or five years and then maybe grad school.
To see the work of clay, fabric, paint and ideas at the Senior Thesis shows be on the Alfred University Campus from about 4 till 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 7.
For more photos see KeylessPi- ano.blogspot.com.
ALLISON CRAVER’s pottery rarely belongs in a kitchen.
boys read. They also checked out other library books and an encyclopedia for references to create their underwater scene.
The scene started with a killer whale and fish and grew to in- clude hammerhead sharks, tuna,
coral reef, clams and crabs, cov- ering an area four feet wide and three feet high! Timothy Corkey of Almond contributed his Lego shark and crafted a squid.
On Friday, April 23, a letter was received from Lego Educa-
tion informing the boys that they were a First Prize winner in the Lego Building Contest, receiv- ing a gift certificate for $200 of Lego Education Products! The contest winners will be available for viewing on LegoClub.com.
JOHN SNYDER (from left), Isaac Snyder and Joseph Snyder display the $200 gift certificate they won in a Lego Challenge.
CHALLENGED to build a model of what they thought the deep sea might look like, the Snyder boys, with help from Timothy Corkey, created this four by three foot display of sea creatures.
Alfred boys win LEGO Deep Sea Building Challenge
8 THE ALFRED SUN, Thursday, May 6, 2010
MARK TWAIN
Recently “The Evening Tribune,” which is the Hornell, New York newspaper, gained my gratitude. It printed several Associated Press writers’ articles observing the centenary of Mark Twain’s death on April 21, 1910, in Redding, Connecticut. Chance circumstances have left me with a lifelong curiosity about Samuel L. Clemens, who adopted that pen name.
Both of us were born and raised in Missouri but on opposite sides of the state, west in my case, east in his. For many years after moving away, I paid annual visits to Joplin, Missouri, where my mother was living. I usually crossed over the Mississippi River by
car or bus in the St. Louis area, the city which was her birth- place. Once I detoured south from there along the river to visit Han- nibal, where Twain was born. Its environs had provided him with the inspiration for the first of his literary episodes with which chil- dren of my era gained familiarity, This was Tom Sawyer’s technique for whitewashing a fence.
Growing up, however, I had reason to take an interest in the title character of one of his books which receives little notice today. I learned from my parents that when my older sister was born they had a problem naming her. Ultimately my father took his inspiration from a family copy of Twain’s book, ”Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc.” It had been given to my father’s older brother, and bears the flyleaf inscription, “To Harold from Grandma. Christmas, 1907.”
The purported memoir was one of Twain’s last books, copyright 1896, and it has an appreciative dedication. “To my wife, Olivia Langdon Clemens, this book is tendered on our wedding anniversary in grateful recognition of her twenty-five years of valued service as my literary adviser and editor. The Author.” The years are given, 1870-1895.
Mark Twain appears as author on the spine of the book, but not on the title page. There credits read “The Sieur Louis de Conte (Her Page and Secretary)” and a “Free” translation by Jean Francois Alden. The story is written from the point of view of The Sieur Louis de Conte in the year 1492 when he is eighty-two years of age, having been born two years before Joan of Arc with whom he grew up.
The frontispiece seems to be a reproduction of an actual reli- gious portrayal of Saint Joan in full armor. At the foot of this picture her name is spelled “Jehanne d’Arc.” My father having found her to be the appropriate namesake for his newborn daughter, two alter- ations were made. With the French “h” left out, and the name pro- nounced in a one syllable American way, my sister became Jeanne.
Then he ran out of steam, and she received no middle name.
That situation lasted until her early grade school years in Kansas City when another girl with the same two names enrolled there. At that point my mother’s first name, Helen, was given to Jeanne as a middle name. Of course, my mother had a yarn about how her own mother said that she had come up with “Helen” as a name for her. It was because she would be able to automatically shout out the first syllable quickly when otherwise speechlessly annoyed at the child.
Upon moving to Alfred I found Elmira, Twain’s summer home, conveniently nearby. Since living in this area I have seen his study and gravesite, plus related book exhibits, a play, and Hal Holbrook’s reenactment of Twain. I welcomed the PBS four hour television doc- umentary, “Mark Twain” by Ken Burns in 2003. It expanded on what I had learned viewing the film, “The Adventures of Mark Twain,” in 1944. There I had first heard of his birth during an ap- pearance of Halley’s Comet, and his fulfilled prophecy that he would die upon this short-period comet’s return. The movie’s depiction of his poor investment in the Paige typesetting machine also made a lasting impression upon me.
In the years since then both written and film biographies have provided far more details of Twain’s compulsive, and inevitably failed, gambles on new inventions. He was equally unwise in his choices of “trustworthy” financial advisors. Although his literary legacy lives on, his bloodline has died out. However, he is survived by many fools and fooled, who just as he did, find themselves soon parted from their money. Could they ask for better company?
Matt Mueller is a retired librarian living the life in Alfred, NY.
BELMONT--The Fountain Arts Center is pleased to announce the opening of The Whitney Café at The Belmont. Located at 40 Schuyler St. in Belmont, this award-winning historic landmark wel- comes proprietors Lori Irving and Kurt Boxhorn. Together they have combined their years of experience in the restaurant field to bring the county seat a refreshing alternative food menu. In addition, Lori and Kurt are delighted to introduce Andrew Kurtz as their head chef. Kurtz brings to the Whitney Café several years of experience as a banquet chef at St. Bonaventure University.
Kurt and Lori, along with Chef Andrew will delight their cus- tomers with an array of tastefully presented breakfast sandwiches, delicious sides, homemade soups, divine salads, and the now-fa- mous panini sandwich. They are excited to offer specialty coffee drinks served hot or cold, teas, and delightfully fresh all-fruit smoothies.
Meals will be served in the café, or can be ordered prepared to-go for your convenience. Delivery service is available, but requires pre-arrangement.
Special event catering is also available in their beautifully ap- pointed Corrado Gallery banquet room which accommodates up to 80 people. Lori and Kurt will be happy to help you plan your next event. Visit The Whitney Café Monday through Friday, 7AM - 2PM.
For more information, call 585-268-5900, or email thewhitney- [email protected].
In honor of all mothers, the café will be open on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 9, from 10AM to 3PM, for breakfast and lunch. Gift cards are also available.
ANGELICA--Black-Eyed Susan Acoustic Café will present songwriter NICK HUMPHREY on Saturday, May 8, 2010. Café doors open at 4:30 for dinner.
Guitarist Jim Schwartz plays at 6:00 pm with Humphrey tak- ing the s t a g e f r o m
7 : 3 0 - 9 : 3 0 pm.Nick Humphrey is a singer and com- poser whose smooth singing and tasty guitar accompaniment allow a fresh take on familiar fa- vorites, and whose own tunes reveal an under- standing and appreciation of traditional folk, blues, and country styles. His music has been influenced by exposure at an early age to musical theatre, as well as by The Beatles, Sinatra, Ella, traditional country, and be-bop.
Humphrey generally performs near his home in upstate New York at such venues as The Rabbit Room in Honeoye Falls;
Ellicottville Brew- ing; Starry Nites - Rochester; and Flint Creek Brewing - Phelps. In ad- dition to the guitar, he
also plays h a r m o n i c a and banjo.
B l a c k - E y e d Susan opens for dinner, specialty coffees and desserts at 4:30 every Saturday, with the music beginning at 6:00 p.m. There is no cover charge, but guests are expected to contribute to the mu- sician’s tip jar. The kitchen remains open on Saturdays until 10 p.m. and the café closes at 1 1 p . m .
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ANGELICA—It’s SPRING!
It’s MOTHERS’ DAY! Come stroll down historic Main Street May 8th and 9th during Angel- ica’s Main Street in May Festi- val. You’ll enjoy the weather, see friends, smell the new-mown lawns, and be amazed at all the delights of downtown Angel- ica’s merchants and creative ar- tisans.
Picnic under the trees in lovely Park Circle or enjoy a meal at one of Angelica’s fine restaurants. Stroll the shops, out- door displays, and food booths on Main Street.
Weather permitting, check out the Car ‘Cruise-In’ and Exhibit on Saturday– located between the curbs and sidewalks in front of the Angelica Inn, 64 W. Main St. Line up starts at 11 a.m.; ex- hibit runs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Bring information on cars you had, or wish you had. No tro- phies…just tellin’ lies and kickin’ tires. For information, call Paul Robbins at 585-466- 7717. Then treat yourself to some family fun and hilarity at the Angelica Players’ production of “Accidental Clarity.” Now there’s a prescription for a com- plete cure for winter 2010’s cabin fever.
The Angelica Players will present Accidental Clarity, their 8th family-friendly production.
This is a comedy you won't want to miss. It's hilarious! Angelica's own Pam Duttweiler wrote the play. Show times are Friday, May 7 at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 8 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 9 at 3 p.m. Advance tickets are $4 for adults and $2 for children/se- niors and can be purchased at the Angelica Sweet Shop or by call- ing 585-466-3787. More infor- mation can be found at www.angelicaplayers.com.
Three Clay Sisters will sell their one-of-a kind Angelica Tiles in the lobby of the Angel- ica Free Library before and after the play production of Acciden- tal Clarity. Tiles will be available starting at 6 p.m. Friday and Sat-
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Black-Eyed Susan Acoustic Café at 22 W. Main St. will offer all-inclusive dinner theatre pack- ages on Saturday, May 8 to com- plement the production of
“Accidental Clarity.” Choose from Herb-Stuffed Pork Roast, Maple-Orange Glazed Chicken, Pasta Gorgonzola, or Shrimp &
Asparagus Risotto. Prices in- clude a ticket to the show. Also on Saturday, Jim Schwartz per- forms folk and traditional music beginning at 6 p.m. and Nick Humphrey plays folk and blues at 7:30 p.m. Please call 585-466- 3399 for details or visit www.black-eyed-susan.com.
Top off the weekend with the Mother's Day Prime Rib Dinner Buffet at the American House &
Hotel served from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, featuring slow- roasted prime rib, ham, turkey, seafood and too many entrees to mention! Don't miss the choco- late fountain either. The first 100 mothers receive a free corsage.
The Hotel at 128 W. Main St.
will also be featuring a limited menu and children’s selections.
Reservations are HIGHLY sug- gested at 585-466-3397 or 1- 800-924-5193.
Here are some more high- lights you’ll find around town…
…The Main Center Art Gallery at 71 W. Main St. hosts
"The Main Event", their second annual Outdoor Arts & Crafts Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday May 8. An assortment of artists, artisans and crafters from Allegany County and be- yond will exhibit and sell a vari- ety of handmade works, including Artistic Handbags by Cassie Was Here, Woodturning by Hardwork Creations, Glass- works by River's Edge, and Jew-
elry by Serene Gems. Pet por- trait painter Bev Rhett will be exhibiting her recent portrait of Boston Terrier Ginger Rogers of Bolivar. Ginger Rogers herself will be making a special guest appearance at Bev's booth be- tween the hours of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Throughout the day, Angel- ica's own Elmer Harris will be demonstrating how he carves animal horns into beautiful gun powder holders, and part-time Angelica resident Conrad Brutin will sell freshly-made smooth- ies. There will also be a fresh produce and flower stand, as well as a booth with authentic movie posters for sale. All the posters are original from various New York State theaters. The fair is being held rain or shine on Saturday. (585) 466-7ART, www.maincenterart.com
…The Angelica Main Street Gallery at 39 W. Main St. will offer a "Tea Tasting" including Herbal Teas to help people be- come aware of the wonderful health benefits of Teas and Ti- sanes (herbal teas). The tasting event will take place both days from 2 to 4 p.m. Questions?
585-466-7658.
The Angelica Main Street Gallery will also have demon- strations on a printing press dat- ing back to the 1800's. They are introducing a new line of "Prim- itives" and select vendors will be offering discounts to customers.
A handmade jewelry vendor is new to the shop and creates wonderfully unique pieces just right for Mother's Day. Angelica Main Street Gallery welcomes Country Homespun under their roof. See Wende Kenyon’s thoughtful collection of mostly locally-made candles, shawls, wall hangings, quilts, aprons, collectables and her famous dolls and teddy bears. It really is true what Wende says -- “Nice Matters” -- and Angelica has lots of nice things to enjoy.
…Delectable Collectables (next to the Fire Department) is
having a super "One Year An- niversary" sale all weekend long. Enjoy a great variety and wonderful selection of antiques and collectables from over 28 different vendors. New items are brought in daily. Look for the big yellow tent on the front lawn as the Catbird Griddle will be serving hot pancakes with fresh local maple syrup starting at 9 a.m. both days. Come join De- lectable Collectables in having fun and a feast, celebrating their one year anniversary at 91 West Main Street in Angelica. For more information, 585-466- 3888.
…The Angelica Country Store at 50 W. Main St. is offering a 10-50% storewide sale and of- fering Spring Specials...hand- crafted garden wind chimes and birdbaths during the weekend.
Look for their decorated tent out front both days. Questions? Call 585-466-3040 or www.angelica- countrystore.com
…Potters Terri Ross, Staci Curry, and Linda Ross will open their new Pottery Studio in the red building located at 120 W Main Street on Saturday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop in
for ongoing wheel throwing demonstrations between 1 and 3 p.m. Handmade, fun, and func- tional pottery will be for sale.
Please use the side entrance.
716-378-0707.
…Bring extra flowers from your garden to the Perennial Plant Exchange & Sale at the Angelica Sweet Shop, 44 W.
Main St. Each potted bulb, rhi- zome, cutting, or root you bring entitles you to take something different home. Also at the Sweet Shop, see the exhibit of watercolor florals by Shirley Hull of Portville, just in time for spring. Sweet Shop hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m. both days. 585-466- 7070.
See? A lot of wonderful art- work and business ideas get cre- ated in our snow-covered hills all winter. This is your chance to see the explosion of all the win- ter’s inspiration that your neigh- bors have been working on. The experience is free, prices are right, your money stays local, and many, many items will be on deep sale for the weekend. Bring the kids! We’re looking forward to seeing you!
