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“Where else in the whole world but in Jamestown, New York can you find anything like Julmarknad?” event coordinator Don Sandy asked. “Julmarknad—which means Christmas Market Day—is a

grand tradition,” Don explained recently while planning the finishing touches for the big day. “It began many years ago when farmers in Sweden would bring their very best hand crafted items to market at the beginning of the Christmas season.”

Jamestown will celebrate Julmarknad on December 3, 2011, as a Christmas Market Day, a special Scandinavian Studies Program Culture Day, at seven different locations around the community. “You can start your Scandinavian Christmas market day at Jamestown Community College in the Hamilton Collegiate Center at 9:30 a.m. with fresh brewed coffee or a Swedish favorite, Dryck Lingon, a Lingonberry drink made from the kind of sweet lingonberries that grow wild in the forests of Sweden. You can listen to live Swedish music and even join in traditional Christmas ring dances.”

“There is never an admission charge,” Sandy promised. Visitors are free to attend any and all workshops. Sessions will be held at JCC at 10:00 and 11:00 for cooking, making a Christmas ornament, the traditional and elegant art of hardanger embroidery, chip carving, Swedish language, genealogy, Norwegian knitting and Swedish weaving “You can even bring your own musical instrument, of any kind, and learn a Swedish

Christmas tune with the Svenske Spelmän,” Sandy said.

Viking games will introduce visitors to fascinating ancient skills and Nordic pastimes. Workshops will also be available in Rosemaling, which is Swedish painting, woodcarving and Christmas ring dancing. And of course, because Julmarknad is a traditional market it will offer visitors many opportunities to purchase unique and authentic Scandinavian gifts.

A highlight of the day will be an opportunity to enter a raffle for Swedish glass from the famed Orrefors Kosta Boda collection, one of the world’s leading makers of fine glassware and art glass since its 1742 origins deep in the forests of the Swedish province of Småland. Raffles will also offer a framed Swedish print.

Ecklof ’s authentic Swedish Bakery, 832 Foote Avenue in Jamestown, will offer free samples and a raffle for Swedish seasonal baked goods along with a chance to experience the old world flavors of vört limpa bread, spritz, pepparkakor and holiday cookies, cardamom braids and rolls, Tom and Jerry mix, scorper, almond braids and tarts and korv burgers in the deli.

“At noon,” Sandy said, “visitors at JCC can sit down to a full, traditional Swedish Christmas Smörgåsbord, with Swedish Christmas music by Svenska Spelmän, for only a $5 donation. That’s one of the reasons we say there’s nothing else like Jamestown’s Julmarknad anywhere else in the world,” Sandy said with obvious pride.

Peterson Farm, Fluvanna Ave. Ext., Jamestown, will also offer a raffle and samples of assorted Swedish Christmas specialties and will take orders for pick-up or mailing of a time-honored Julskinka (Christmas Ham) and sylta (Swedish pickled herring), lutfisk, korv and many other imported Swedish delicacies.

The Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History, 311 Curtis Street (adjacent to Jamestown Community College), will host an open house with free admission for day, displaying the art of Jamestown’s Swedish American hero including the Linnaeus Gold Medal from the Swedish Academy of Sciences presented by King

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Karen Livsey tending her table at 2010 Julmarknad, the Scandinavian Christmas market.

The Svenske Spelmen (Swedish Musicians), (from left) Tim Cudney on base and Kathy Petersen on fiddle, lead a Swedish Culture Day class of local musicians learning traditional Swedish tunes.

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Julmarknad...Carl Gustaf XVI, gift ideas in the gift shop and, naturally, refreshments.

Jones 212 Bakery and Café at 212 Pine Street, also proud of their long Swedish heritage in Jamestown, will celebrate Julmarknad from 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a Raffle and Swedish baked items, Limpa and Vört Limpa Bread, Swedish Christmas cookies and Tom and Jerry mix.

Wegmans Market, at 945 Fairmount Ave., open 24 hours, will feature a specially expanded Swedish foods section, with Norm’s korv, bond ost cheese, salt herring, lingonberry juice, sylta and Wasa products.

And at the end of the day, Don Sandy and Julmarknad invites celebrators to enjoy a homemade Swedish korv dinner, including homemade pie and bread, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 556 East Second Street for a requested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children (who may opt for Swedish meatballs). Seatings will be at 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30. Reservation may be made by calling 716-664-7104 or 716-488-1555.

Hours may vary at the different locations. Attendees are urged to call each site for their hours of business. Jamestown Community College, Hamilton Collegiate Center, is at 525 Falconer St., Jamestown. The college can also be contacted at 716-484-0415 for more information about the agenda and the Scandinavian Studies Program Culture Day, Market, and Swedish Christmas Smörgåsbord.

“Jamestown, NY is the only place in the world where you can do it all in one day for no more than $15, even if you do everything we have to offer,” Don Sandy promised one more time, and added the traditional Swedish wish for a Merry Christmas, which is exactly the same in Norwegian, “God Jul!” And for our Danish Scandinavians, “Glædelig jul.”

Traditional Swedish hardanger embroidery.


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‘tis the season…To be jolly!

The holiday season, between Thanksgiving and the New Year, is a time when almost everybody feels a little more jolly, a little more joy in the air. But just in case the hustle and bustle is already beginning to weight you down, remember, “what you give is what you get.” Give a little joy and you’ll get much more.

Donald Edwin Westlake, a renowned Grand Master of mystery and crime novels, tempered his darker impulses during the holiday season with a reflection on each person’s worth. He said, “As we struggle with shopping lists and invitations, compounded by December’s bad weather, it is good to be reminded that there are people in our lives who are worth this aggravation, and people to whom we are worth the same.”

This week the Jamestown Gazette invites you to savor holiday joys and people in different traditions, especially if the traditions you’re most accustomed seem to have grown a little stale. Experience the grand heritage of Julmarknad—Christmas Market Day—with your Swedish neighbors scattered all around the community. Or head downtown for the Jamestown Christmas Parade and watch more than 250 different interpretations of Christmas, especially those honoring our service men and women. But, of course, Santa will be there too.

Remember Santa? No, I mean the real Santa. Nikolaos of Myra, a Greek bishop who lived 18 centuries ago and is now called a saint by many. He developed a reputation for secret gift-giving; he would put coins in the shoes of the poor, if they left them out when they slept so he, as the giver, could remain anonymous.

Whether that story or a hundred others are all exactly true, Nikolaos made generosity a famous and popular virtue. Santa can still remind us that it is the spirit of giving, not simply the thanks of the receiver, that can bring real joy. Let somebody know they are ‘worth the trouble’ this year.

You’ll find a few other holiday traditions and joys scattered throughout the Gazette this week. Let us help you start your season with joy. ‘Tis the season to be jolly—though the holiday lightness sometimes gives way to Mother Gravity’s season-ending reminder of those few extra holiday pounds.

But there is always the joy of cooking for the holiday season. Meet Vicki McGraw in the kitchen this week and smell her mom’s wonderful cookies.

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Walt Pickut Editor The Jamestown Gazette

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Contributing WriterElaine M. Rissel-Muscarella, RN

Nov Would you want to live to be 100 years old? More and more individuals are living that long. Just 40 years ago, the average age was 55-60 years. How can some people live to be over 100 years, while others die younger? Do women really live longer then men? Does heredity and environment play a role in the aging process?

These are all questions that may require a higher power, or future research, to answer. I can tell you that I found an interesting article called “Achieving Generation C: 12 Steps to Make it to 100 Years Old.” by Michelle E. Howard, PhD. This describes characteristics of persons who have made it to 100.

1. Don’t smoke, or stop smoking if you do. Smoking increases your risk of heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.

2. Consume less alcohol. Most individuals, among those who have reached age 100, had consumed less than one alcoholic drink per month.

3. Keep weight low and steady. Obesity, along with smoking, is the number one killer of Americans since being overweight is a factor in heart disease, stroke, diabetes and many forms of cancer.

4. Consume fewer calories. Caloric restriction significantly lowers the risk factors noted above. In an age where the average American eats nearly 3,000 calories per day, those that eat nearer to 2,000 calories per day, live much longer—many beyond 100 years.

5. Eat fruits and vegetables. Generation Cs are characterized by high amounts of fruits and vegetables in the diet and low amounts of animal fats.

6. Take your vitamins. This is important. Individuals in generation C have been found to have high blood levels of vitamins, especially A and E. As we age, it becomes increasingly difficult to get essential vitamins and minerals from the diet, so supplementation is important.

7. Exercise, Exercise, Exercise. In studies, generation C’s tend to regularly exercise and maintain an active lifestyle for as long as they are able.

8. Get a good night sleep. Generation Cs typically have regular sleep patterns and get plenty of restful, restorative sleep. Unfortunately, as many as 40% of the elderly have some type of sleep disorder that can result in physical and cognitive problems.

9. Challenge your Mind. In addition to physical exercise for your body, you need mental exercise for your mind. Higher brain activity and new learning create new growth and more connections among brain cells. This resists brain aging.

10. Keep a positive attitude. Pessimistic attitudes are associated with high disease rates and shorter life spans.

11. Don’t let stress get to you! Being able to handle stressful aspects of life is a key to longer life. Stress is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, cancer and immune problems.

12. Stay friendly and social. Individuals that make it to generation C stay friendly with others and maintain close ties with friends and family.It is becoming more and more possible to make it to 100 years of age and beyond with adequate levels of mental and physical functioning. With good genes, good luck and taking on the twelve lifestyle practices, you may make it to Generation C also!

Ga Foster Care proGram reCoGnizes national adoption month

Gustavus Adolphus Family Services’ (GAFS) Therapeutic Foster Care Program in celebrating National Adoption Month. In 1995, President Clinton proclaimed November as National Adoption Month. The celebration usually includes National Adoption Day with courthouses throughout the nation participating and hundreds of adoptions being finalized simultaneously. There are thousands of children waiting for permanent homes in the foster care system.

“We have children right here in our community’s foster care system waiting for a forever family,” said Sylvia A. Trusso, MSW, Program Manager of GAFS Foster Care Program. “There is a shortage of foster families, especially adoptive families and a great need for both. By bringing awareness to the community-at-large, we hope that those who have been thinking about becoming foster parents and adopting a child will make the call.”

GA Family services kicked off Adoption Month with a multi-cultural dinner held at the GA Learning Center. Foster families and the children celebrated by bringing food from their different cultures. They shared a brief history about their culture and traditions they experience within the family.

James believes that a foster home teaches a young person what it feels like to be part of a caring family. “It gives a secure state of mind and they get to know what an actual family feels like,” he said. James graduated from Frewsburg High School in 2011, played football for the Frewsburg Bears and is now attending Jamestown Community College.

Chris and Don Baker have three adopted children. Don was adopted at birth and knows firsthand what it means to be part of a loving family. The Bakers have been foster parents for eleven years and they can’t imagine not being foster parents. Don feels blessed to be able to give to other children the love and sense of belonging he was given. The Baker’s adopted daughter Mary will celebrate her ninth year with the Baker Family in December. “I can’t imagine being anywhere else!” she says with a smile.

The GAFS foster care program “adopted” Nichalas who is a linebacker for the Southside Blue Devils. His mother is a GA foster parent and asked if GA would adopt him as a player, and support him and his team. “Nichalas is the big brother to one of our foster children and it seemed like a perfect idea that we would give him the support and love he gives his foster brother,” Trusso adds.Fostering is a life enriching experience where every experience is personal. Therapeutic Foster Care is a program of Gustavus Adolphus Family Services, located on the Lutheran Social Services campus in Jamestown. GAFS is a specialized treatment program for youth and their families who are in need of care. Treatment includes residential, educational, therapeutic foster care and preventative services. For more information about becoming a foster parent log onto: www.gafamiyservices.org or call Sylvia Trusso at (716) 307-2749.

Ken Strickler, (left) being presented the”2011 Award Of Harmony” by Chapter President, George Jarrell

striCkler honored as award oF harmony reCipient

By BarBershoppersKen Strickler was recently given the “Award of Harmony” recognition by the Jamestown Harmony Express Barbershoppers. The award is given each year to persons that have shown exemplary efforts in making our city a better place to live, to work and to raise a family. Over the past 25 years the singers have honored as many deserving recipients for their contributions, each in their own way and each in their own desires.

Mr. Strickler and his wife Lois came to Jamestown from Pittsburgh in 1954. Ken is a graduate from the University of Pittsburgh. At that time he joined the William Long Typewriter Company as a sales representative and he later purchased the business and it was then incorporated under the name Ken Strickler, Inc. Since those early years Ken has been involved in banking for the Bankers Trust Company, the Chase Lincoln First and was a member of the founding group of the Jamestown Savings Bank.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation was founded 30 years ago. The Foundation has helped many people and organizations throughout the community. Ken was one of the original organizers, its first president and still remains an honorary member of the Investment Committee.

During the renovation of the Reg Lenna Civic Center, Ken was found chairing the fund raising committee of that project. He has undertaken many other civic duties in the community. He is a past president of the Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce and past chairman of the United Way campaign. He takes great pride in being a long time member of the Jamestown Rotary Club and a trustee of the First Presbyterian Church. He is a director and past chairman of the SUNY Fredonia College Foundation, a member of the Moonbrook Country Club and the Sportsmen’s Club.

The Stricklers have a deep love for Chautauqua County and the Jamestown area. They have made many friends in the community and find the living most enjoyable. They are most proud of their two children and their two granddaughters.

Ken Strickler’s love of music is well known by his friends. He was a long time member of the First Presbyterian Church choir. The Barbershoppers are pleased to have Ken Strickler as the recipient of the “Award of Harmony” for 2011.


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Tuesday, November 1 st. Walmart, in front of the frozen pancakes. (Does anybody buy those?) Christmas music suddenly starts blaring through the store. People literally stop perusing the shelves and look up, perplexed, and slightly annoyed.

“What? Already? Halloween stuff is still up.” says frozen strawberry person.

“I’m not ready for this.” says a Frozen French Toast consumer.

The grumblings seem so dire I’m afraid they might run to the 75% off Grim Reaper (in the same aisle as the Christmas candy) and grab the plastic sickle.

Then there is me. Wearing my Christmas socks. And giddy because Walmart just started playing Christmas music!! Perhaps I can convince the Frozen Food Fans to join my thinking.

First of all, decorating is time consuming. Putting up the tree is a three day ordeal, especially now that Chris actually vacuums it. Then we have all the lights, the garland, the green swoopy things, the knick knacks, all of it explodes out of boxes. For all the time it takes, why not leave it up for awhile

Secondly, how can you not love basking in the glow of twinkling lights? It draws my family in like a magnet. Because we all love to be near it, we spend more time together playing games, reading, or chatting. And in the dark mornings, it’s a beautiful way to wake up.

Also, the joy my kids have is contagious. For us, Christmas is a whole season. Much of our family live out of state so we celebrate all month. When we aren’t traveling, we’re cooking special foods, making crafts, and of course, sending and receiving all of those cards!

Four – “Santa is watching” actually works.

Five – the music. I don’t care how Grinchy you are, you can’t hear ‘Deck the Halls’ and not ‘fa-la-la’ obnoxiously. And, singing about the Batmobile is just plain fun.

Obviously the holidays come with stress. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by family demands, or feel lonely if you can’t see those you love. But at Christmas, I focus on being grateful for having people to miss, or find it easier to overlook the things I can’t change.

So, perhaps next year, November 1 st 2012, you’ll don your Christmas socks too, and if you happen to be purchasing your frozen meals and the Holiday songs start to play, you’ll join in the ‘Fa-la-las” eager to get home and decorate!

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Giant flakes crush the cold hard ground

Stacking and stacking like a child’s blocks

Cold and wet, such a miserable town.

Wait what’s this? Lights? People?

A booming city even during this harsh time

Cold, wet, snowy, slippery,

The city of snow still reigns on

As one of the most beautiful bustling cities

Even at its worst time.

Editor’s Note: Collin didn’t leave us any more thoughts about why he picked this subject. But just for those of us who still are not quite ready to admit summer is over, here’s a bit of consolation; it’s not all that bad.

The Jamestown Gazette is pleased to celebrate the talent of Jamestown’s youth in partnership with the Arts Council for Chautauqua County’s 3rd Street Canvas Urban Literary Trail project.


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“I’m fortunate to love what I do,” Steve Deyo told a gathering of local entrepreneurs recently, describing his position as a co-owner, business partner and vice president of the Jamestown Cycle Shop at 10 Harrison Street in Jamestown. Along with President, Gary Evans and the other vice president, Randy Marsh, the management team at the Cycle Shop brings more than 60 years combined experience to their work.

“Bicycles play a bigger part in the history of American business than most people know,” Deyo explained. “At the beginning of the 20th century the United States Patent Office had only two divisions. One division was concerned with nothing but bicycles and their modifications. The other division handled any and every other kind of patent application the country’s inventors could submit, from Thomas Edison to the Wright Brothers, to Henry Ford and all the better mouse traps anyone dreamed up. It was bikes…or everything else.”

The Shop first opened its doors in 1924, under its original owners, offering just about every kind of sporting goods a local hunter, fisher or cyclist could want. The owners even advertised their store as a full-service Harley-Davidson dealer, along with a wide selection of good, old-fashioned and still ever-popular foot-powered bicycles. Since the shop’s opening, Deyo estimates, more than 75,000 bikes have moved through its doors and out onto the streets of Jamestown.

Current economic trends have not spurred much growth in the bicycle market, according to Deyo, but neither have the times caused a steep dip in their popularity. “Bicycles are a pretty steady part of the American scene,” he said. “Whether they are purchased for sports, competition, recreation or transportation, people still buy bikes.”

The booming part of the Jamestown Cycle Shop’s business today is in team sales. High schools, colleges, civic organizations and company sponsored sports teams all want personalized uniforms, logo-emblazoned shirts, jackets, hats and gear. Randy March heads up the institutional sales part of the shop’s business. “It’s all about relationships,” Gary explained, describing his partner’s success. “Randy knows everybody, and he’s known for getting a job done right and right on time.”

But an economic crunch has also spiked business in an unexpected way. Sending garments and gear out for embroidery work or for printing became increasingly expensive. Trucking costs alone threatened to increase costs by 5 or 10 percent. The Shop’s management team decided to invest in its own equipment, including a new 7-head print machine, an automatic press and

embroidery machines. “Now we can turn out better than 100 of some items every hour, right here in our own shop,” Evans said. Some institutional sales have quadrupled, and more.

Steve Deyo says business is much more than products, dollars and cents for him. “I sell recreation,” he says. “One of the funnest things I experience is when I hook up a kid with that perfect, new bike.” That is a common theme at the Jamestown Cycle Shop. Though, as president, Evans now concentrates on the books and the business, he loves those special sales for young sports fans. “After all my 30+ years in this business, I’ve learned a lot. When I can help a Dad show his son how to pick just the right baseball mitt, that’s a very rewarding moment.”

Deyo described the upcoming Christmas season as a special time at the Shop. “Almost everything will be marked down for our ‘12 Days of Christmas’ between December 7 and 18.” He is also a winter sports and skiing enthusiast, so he always makes sure the best lines of snow gear are on display where he is available to answer customers’ questions and help them find just what they need.

However, as specialized as a sporting goods shop may be, Evans explains that it shares basic business principles with many other enterprises. “We’ve learned that customers look for three things: the best service, quality and price. But success depends on picking two and making your niche. We specialize in service. People who specialize in the lowest prices, for instance, simply go out of business.

A lot of stores sell the same big name, high quality products we sell, but we dedicate ourselves to full service with highly trained specialists and equipment right here on site,” Evans said. Yet, even competitors who respect each others’ business practices sometimes cooperate.

“Since so much of our business is about bicycles,” Deyo explained, “whatever helps cyclists helps us, and that goes for other cycle shops too. We’re cooperating with Hollyloft, for instance, to help Jamestown manage bicycle traffic and become more “bike friendly.” Special lanes and signage can help people use their bikes to bike to work, bike to shop and simply bike for fun.

And safety is an issue that also benefits everybody. According to the New York Vehicle and Traffic codes, all bike riders up to the age of 14 must wear a helmet, and older riders are advised to do the same. “Bike shops and helmet manufacturers have made great strides in creating, strong, light weight and cool looking headwear,” Deyo assures young riders. He

reminds parents of unhelmeted young riders they can be issued a ticket for a vehicle violation.

Other sports are also undergoing changes and experiencing changing trends. “Take baseball bats, for example,” Deyo said. “The old, standard wooden bats gave way to aluminum bats. But they were so lively that batted balls became dangerous projectiles and the government mandated a line of ‘deader’ aluminum bats. But at $200 to $300 each, that new law turned a lot of our expensive inventory into junk overnight.”

That’s bringing back the good old wooden bat, though the best wood, now in shorter supply, will go to the professionals first. Lesser woods and unusual composites may be the norm for sandlot players and schools on pinched budgets.

The Jamestown Cycle Shop aims to continue the tradition of full service and the broad selection of high quality begun by their predecessors in 1924, but service will always be their most important product, Evans, Marsh and Deyo promise.

For more information, visit the shop at 10 Harrison Street, call 716-664-4112, or log on to http://www.jamestowncycleshop.com/.

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Ms. Movies Movie review

inCeption2010, Warner Brothers Pictures,

PG-13Contributing Writer

Lori J. Wilson

When I first thought about the films I wanted to review for the Gazette, there were a only a few that stuck way out, and I hope you’d agree why Inception is one of them.

This is a great film because it peaked my interest from the very beginning. It has the confusion-leads-to-intrigue element that kept me riveted, eyes glued to the screen. The theme is very much like The Matrix with the conscious/unconscious/subconscious mind vs. reality. And if you didn’t like The Matrix, please don’t let it stop you from seeing this amazing movie.

I really enjoyed this movie because of its unpredictability, and you know how important that is for me… The laws of physics don’t apply in a dream state, so when something which seems so random as a freight train suddenly thundering down a crowded city street, it doesn’t seem so ridiculous. (And later you see why it was there at all). And when Ariadne (Ellen Page!) folds the city street to lay rooftop to rooftop – very cool. The imagination in this film is refreshing and greatly appreciated.

At the 2011 Academy Awards, Inception took home 4 Oscars, for Best Achievement in Cinematography, Sound Editing, Sound Mixing and Visual Effects, and was nominated for 3 more: Original Score, Screenplay, and Picture of the Year. Bottom line: Based on the trailers, I was excited to go to the theatre to see it and was NOT disappointed at any time with anything. Inception is a film which I will be watching multiple times due to the emotional intensity and non-pedestrian storyline with an ending that, for me, is absolutely perfect. Yes, I said “perfect.” A bold statement, I know.

City native to disCuss novel at prenderGast liBrary

A Jamestown native who has just published her first book for young adults will speak and sign copies of “Dearly, Departed” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, in the Fireplace Room at Prendergast Library.

Author Lia Habel will greet visitors in full Victorian dress and explain how she came to love zombies and immerse herself in neo-Victorian style and culture.

“Dearly, Departed” is a fantasy, mystery, and thriller that takes place about 200 years in the future. It has been described as a “hugely entertaining teen zombie novel with an unconventional but tender love story at its heart.”

After she envisioned the plot during an eight-hour bus ride to New York, Miss Habel finished the first draft of the book in a little more than a month in 2008, sometimes writing upwards of 10,000 words a day.

“Most characters were nothing more than a first name and a random hair color before they first hit the page. Their personalities and backgrounds came to me on the fly,” she said.

Miss Habel still lives in Jamestown, where she enjoys taking care of three pet cats, watching zombie movies and collecting old books. She is writing a follow-up book called “Dearly, Beloved,” and fans can follow her blog at liahabel.com.

The author earned a bachelor’s degree with honors in English literature from SUNY Buffalo and a master’s degree in museum studies from the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom. She worked as a makeup artist, retail clerk, envelope-opener, door guard and substitute teacher before achieving success with “Dearly, Departed,” which was published in October by Ballantine/Del Rey/Random House.She launched her book at the New York Comic Con in October followed by a local celebration at Off the Beaten Path bookstore in Lakewood. Reviews on Amazon.com have praised the story, characters, writing and setting.

The book talk at Prendergast Library is free and open to the public. Copies of “Dearly, Departed” will be available for $18 each.

The library is located at 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. For more information, call 484-7135, Ext. 225.


Editor Walt Pickut

“Today, more than ever before, science holds the key to our survival as a planet and our security and prosperity as a nation. It’s time we once again put science at the top of our agenda and work to restore America’s place as the world leader in science and technology.” – President Barack Obama

“We challenge our students as much as possible with experiential, project-based learning,” said Samuel Pellerito, principal of Jamestown’s Catholic Academy of the Holy Family, CAHF, describing the new, innovative STEM additions to the curriculum. STEM is a new nationwide initiative in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. “These are formative years. Emphasizing these areas of study may encourage students toward what they want to do in the future.”

In collaboration with the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, CAHF has developed special teaching and learning programs with the assistance of the State University of New York at Fredonia and a weekly after school program in collaboration with Jamestown Community College and their new state-of-the-art science facility, according to Dr. Lillian Vitanza Ney, Board Member and chair of the school’s Education Committee. “The students are loving it,” she said, “It has been awesome for them.”

Science adventures begin in the earliest grades at CAHF, which includes the free-standing but fully integrated Montessori School. “When children learn early to ask questions and investigate their world, the ability to reason becomes part of their lives,” Dr. Ney said. Leah Trusso, Montessori K-3 teacher noted that “Montessori is based in science, so these new programs fit perfectly.”

“Can you drop a raw egg with out breaking it? How about from 3 meters high?” Students from grades 6, 7 and 8 investigated that potentially messy challenge recently in a physics lab exercise at JCC. College students, professors and CAHF faculty also take part in such exercises. Given only improbable tools, for instance a short piece of twine, a plastic bag, cotton and a few other odds and ends, students learned about the science of gravity, inertia, acceleration and much more, discovering fascinating ways to safely cradle their delicate passengers.

By making science a part of everyday life, today’s STEM-trained students may now rewrite Humpty Dumpty’s fabled and tragic tale. Science proves mightier than “all the king’s horses and all the king’s men,” since prevention is better than cure.

Susan Hockfield, President of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in a discussion of national science education, recently asked “Will America lead...and reap the rewards? Or will we surrender that advantage to other countries with clearer vision?” The STEM program, which is integrated into all grades from Pre-K through grade 8, with an emphasis on middle school students, is Catholic Academy’s answer to that challenging question.

“The impetus for the new program evolves from our commitment not only to better challenge and inspire our students, but to make our students more competitive in the global job market,” added Principal Pellerito. “In our own community, the fields having employment needs are health Care and manufacturing.” STEM will also focus on periodic career exploration programs for the students, as presented by area experts including parents, friends, and colleagues.

Recently, a group of Academy students attended a special presentation at JCC that dramatized the life and work of Madam Marie Skłodowska-Curie (1867– 1934), a pioneer in research on radioactivity. She was the first person to earn two Nobel Prizes—in physics and chemistry. “Leaders in science, technology, engineering and math are inspiring role models for our students,” Dr. Ney added. Her own career in medicine and health care administration underscores Principal Pellerito’s invitation for other local citizens to boldly go where their children need them; into an active role in their education, whether in private or public school settings.

Charles Vest, President of the National Academy of Engineering and President Emeritus at MIT, recently told educators and politicians, “America faces many challenges...but the enemy I fear most is complacency. We are about to be hit by the full force of global competition. If we continue to ignore the obvious task at hand while others beat us at our own game, our children and grandchildren will pay the price. We must now establish a sense of urgency.”

A powerful local answer to that probing challenge came from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation a nonprofit, community corporation created by and for the people of Chautauqua County. The Foundation, along with a number of generous private donors, and in consultation with SUNY Fredonia, supported the purchase of GEMS Kits for Great Explorations in Math and Science, a program developed by educators at the Lawrence Hall of Science at the University of California, Berkeley.

Gems Units for Preschool through Grades 3-4 provide areas of exploration that include animal defenses; ant homes under the ground; elephants and their young; science and

math explorations for young children; secret formulas; frog math and many more. Grades 3-4 through 7 graduate to color analyzers; crime lab chemistry; Earth, Moon and stars; electric circuits; fingerprinting; OObleck-Analyzing the properties of strange substances: What Do Scientists Do? Grades 7 to 10 investigate more advanced topics, including acid rain, rocketry and environmental studies. Parents’ and teachers’ GEMS components are also available.

Mr. Fran Sirianni, Science Teacher, confirms that science across the curriculum has been a great part of CAHF’s program by augmenting the middle school curriculum and introducing sciences in all the other grades. A recent trip to Olean took students on a virtual trip across space in a simulated rocket ship from the Launch Control Center to the planet Mars at the

Dresser-Rand Challenger Learning Center. Emergencies and flight control issues filled the voyage with learning opportunities from blast off to landing.

According to Norm Augustine, chair of the ‘Rising Above the Gathering Storm’ Committee of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies, “Only by providing leading-edge human capital and knowledge capital can America continue to maintain a high standard of living - including providing national security - for its citizens.”

Jamestown’s Catholic Academy of the Holy Family is rising to the challenge. The Academy states its “faith based education is welcoming and open to all. Scholarships are available and information can be obtained by calling 716 483-3245, or on-line at hfcsweb.org.

sCienCe eduCation takes oFF in Jamestown

Young STEM scholars from CAHF-Just Plane Fun-learning the basics of aviation science at JCC.

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residents & staFF prepare For annual

Christmas partyFREWSBURG NY - Invitations have been sent, the menu planned and the decorating is in full swing as the staff and residents of Frewsburg Rest Home prepare for their premier event of the year. The Resident and Family Christmas party is to take place at the Home on Sunday December 4th from 12:00 noon till 4:00 pm. The party has been an annual event since 1974. It was that year the facility opened under the ownership of the Sischo family.

“This is our gift to the residents of our home and an opportunity to thank their families for entrusting us with their care.” Says Steve Sischo on behalf of the family. “We just want everyone to have a good time and enjoy each others company,” Steve adds.

The gala event features a traditional smorgasbord dinner of international favorites including pickled herring, Swedish meatballs, korv, baked ziti as well as platters of ham, turkey and all the traditional side dishes. Head Cook, Mickey Rounds says, “It takes a real team effort to get that much food on the table, but seeing how much it is enjoyed by both residents and families is very satisfying.”

Frewsburg Rest Home is licensed by New York State as a Home for Adults providing 24 hour supervision for seniors in a comfortable home-like setting. For more information stop by for a tour or phone Dennis Bechmann, administrator.

The gift of family and friends is honored at Christmas-time at the Frewsburg Rest Home. Resident Pearl Evanczik and daughter Sonja Rosedahl are pictured at last year’s celebration.

holiday harmony & Family dayThe Fenton History Center’s 32nd annual holiday exhibit is about the music of Christmas. When one thinks of the holidays - food, gifts and family memories come to mind. The sounds of familiar carols bring back many memories of holiday celebrations. Exhibits about familiar carols, little known facts about popular tunes and holiday music trivia will be placed throughout the Mansion among the traditional festive exhibits. The holiday exhibit opens November 26, but has a sneak preview for Fenton History Center members on November 22 from 4 to 7 PM. The exhibit will be open through January 21, 2012. The exhibit is sponsored in part by Stormer Mechanical Services and Fessenden Laumer and DeAngelo Attorneys.

Exhibit designer Julie Hull says, “While the exhibit’s focus is holiday music, it will also be about the traditions of our American holiday season. The four floors of the Mansion are filled with decorated trees and nostalgic settings that show the traditions and celebrations that make Jamestown the way it is today. While you are listening to familiar seasonal songs you can learn about their origins and history.” Some of the songs highlighted are well-known classics such “Silver Bells”, “White Christmas”, and “Here Comes Santa Claus”. Traditional pieces such as “Jingle Bells” and “The Twelve Days of Christmas” will be part of the exhibit too.“There is a special exhibit in the Swedish Heritage room about the Falconer School Christmas programs during Gerald Haglund’s time as the music director,” says Joni

Blackman, director, “we are looking for the names of the young ladies that played the Lucias. The images are on exhibit and an accompanying notebook is set by the pictures to record the names. We were also able to transfer one of the radio broadcasts of the Swedish Christmas Special to a CD to play in the background.”

Frances Fair, Education Director, says, “Approximately thirty classrooms will tour the exhibit, which meets a number of the NY State social studies curriculum standards for the elementary grades. Kwanzaa, Hanukah and the celebration of the Three Kings are part of the exhibit. It is a fun field trip for the classes. They seen to really enjoy the size of the Mansion and the beauty of the exhibits.”

The Fenton Family Day event is Saturday, December 3 from 10 am to 4 pm. Start a family tradition by beginning your holiday season at the Fenton Mansion. Enjoy crafts and games for the kids, treats for all and wonder at the elegance of the Governor’s Mansion “dressed” in its holiday finery. Children are free with a paying adult admission of $8. The Fenton Junior Docents will be available to answer questions and assist during the self-guided tour of the exhibit.

The Fenton History Center is located on Washington Street just south of the Washington Street Bridge past the Forest Ave. traffic light. The museum is open year-round Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM. For more information visit www.fentonhistorycenter.org or call 716-664-6256.


slovak Christmas eve – veliJa, the holy supper

Submitted ByNancy Pickut

My family were Slovaks, Byzantine and Orthodox Christians, who celebrated Christmas Eve on Jan. 6 and Christmas Day on Jan. 7. The Slovak Christmas Eve Holy Supper is called Velija, a 12-dish meatless feast. Hay is placed under the tablecloth to symbolize Christ’s birth in a manger. The white tablecloth represents the Babe’s swaddling clothes. An extra place is set for a traveling stranger, possibly the Christ Child in disguise or a deceased loved one. Dinner begins only when the first star of the evening is seen. Prayers and blessings feature the oplatky, an unleavened wafer spread with honey. The husband breaks the oplatky before the meal, kisses his wife and offers good wishes to all. Veselé Vianoce—Merry Christmas!

ways to “Green up” your holiday

Submitted By Joanne Tanner

If you are committed to ‘going green’, here are some tips on doing so through the holiday:

make GiFt taGs From reused or natural materials - This is a great way to reuse old holiday cards or gift wrap. Or get real creative and make gift tags out of salt dough ornaments.

save used wrappinG paper For next year or reCyCle it - Old wrapping paper can be recycled into things like party banners, book covers, book marks and packing paper.

purChase FaBriC GiFt BaGs as a Green alternative - Or make your own fabric gift bags. These are a gift in themselves since they can be reused for many things and are washable. A company called Gratitude Gift Bags makes these and they don’t necessarily cost much more than what you might spend on gift wrap. http://stores.gratitudegiftbags.com/StoreFront.bok

reCyCled wrappinG paper - You can find wrapping paper made from 100 % recycled materials. Online find these products at Fishlips Paper Designs, http://www.fishlipspaperdesigns.com/ or at Of the Earth http://www.custompaper.com/ or check with local paper and gift shops to see if they carry recycled wrapping paper. If not ask them whether they would be willing-consumer demand can make all the difference.

purChase toys made From natural materials – Rather than spending money on items made in China that sometimes contain toxic materials like lead, cadmium, chlorine and arsenic, consider items made in the U.S. under strict regulations. Wood toys can be an alternative to plastic toys. Make sure they are constructed out of solid wood that is FSC-certified wood and made with non toxic paints and finishes.

support loCal Businesses and our loCal eConomy By purChasinG GiFt Cards - Think about purchasing gift cards from local businesses for services such as: message therapy, lawn or snowplowing services, hair salon & spa services; or for a night out - dinner and a movie or local play, musical or sports game, etc.; and don’t forget local small businesses like nurseries, gift shops and even the local butcher or potter. You will have less wrapping to do with these gifts too!

start investinG in a ColleCtion - something that can continue to grow through the years and can be passed on to the next generation. My mother started collecting a Christmas Village many years ago and I now have the village.

I Love setting it up each Holiday Season because it reminds me of my Mom and the wonderful Christmases we had together. I hope to pass it on to my children. to my children.


lifestyles

whine oF the week

The failure of the federal government’s super committee to come up with a plan to deal with the country’s deficit just illustrates how dysfunctional our government has become. The fact that the President and our Congressional Leaders cannot find a

compromise or common ground to deal with the deficit shows how partisan our system has become. It’s a sad commentary that the President and Congress had to appoint a “super committee” to do the job they that is part of their elected responsibility.

Submitted ByAnthony J. Dolce

“Community support is over the top this year,” said Lee Harkness, describing Downtown Jamestown Development Corporation, The Resource Center and TRC Foundation’s plans for the 2011 Christmas Parade. “People and organizations throughout the community have juggled their schedules and rearranged their all sorts of activities so they can participate.”

This year’s Jamestown Christmas Parade, slated for Friday, December 2, will be themed “I’ll Be Home for Christmas—Parade of the Wooden Soldiers.” Lee Harkness, Executive Director of the DJDC and Ashley Anderson, Special Events Coordinator, have assembled a record 250+ units to walk, march and ride in this year’s parade. They expect it to be a 2-hour holiday extravaganza.

“We are looking forward to partnering with all branches of the Military to get participating color guards and to see everyone’s interpretation of this year’s theme,” Anderson said. “This will be a 10-year retrospective from 9/11 to the present.” However, military participants will represent all eras of military service. “The DJDC thought this would be a great time to honor all military persons, past and present,” Anderson added.

Parade organizers predict the trucks and floats will be even bigger and better than ever for 2011 in a trend that continues year after year. The pre-parade line-up has been called a happy, organized chaos, and for the parade participants almost as much fun as the march through downtown and past the Grandstand at Tracy Plaza.

“Everyone at the staging area is so excited about what they’ve done,” Harkness said, “we have thousands of people all sharing their experiences and doing their last minute preparations. Anybody looking for photo ops at the line-up better take their pictures quick and get out of the way,” Harkness said with smile, “we’re going to march!”

Last year’s parade was accompanied by

a snowfall so heavy tire tracks and footsteps nearly disappeared between each unit as it passed the Grandstand. But the Christmas Spirit wasn’t chilled in the least, from the beginning, led by Parade Marshall Jim Roselle of WJTN, to the grand fireworks display, Snowball Drop and Santa’s horse-drawn sleigh at the end. MCs this year will be Bill Daly and Jade Boice and the Parade Grand Marshall will be a local soldier, Dane VanArsdale, just back from 4 ½ uninterrupted years of overseas deployment.

“We’ve only had to change the date once for weather,” Harkness said. “As long as there’s no danger from high wind or rain that could wreck the floats or harm the spectators, the parade will go on.” Anderson added, “We here at DJDC are thankful to all of the volunteers, participants and viewers who come out and share in this annual tradition and help to make it better each and every year.”

The Resource Center and the TRC Foundation will again conduct their Toys for Tots Campaign, the Jamestown YMCA’s annual Santa’s Family Workshop, the Lost Neighborhood Tree Lighting Celebration and the ever popular holiday open houses throughout the community.

The traditional Jamestown Community Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on Third Street at Tracy Plaza will kick off the festivities on December 2, at 6:30, with another specially honored tree, this year from the Sampson Street property of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Christianson.

This year’s tree was spotted by Jamestown arborist, Dan Stone, who asked whether the Christianson’s would be willing to donate the stately tree. They generously accepted the honor. Some years, more than one local resident offers a tree and the arborist maintains a list for final selection in time for the annual parade.

In addition to the specially honored military contingents, traditional parade participants include local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, many local churches, high school athletic teams, organizations like Helping Hands, Chautauqua Lake Rowing, major local employers like Cummins Engine and entertainment groups, including this year’s special appearance of Razz and Friends.

Area fire, police and emergency first responder contingents always make

special appearances as highly honored members of the parade community. Many displays will also feature some of the areas finest horses, both ridden and drawing floats and displays.

And, as always, spectators can expect a special parade visit from that grand old Bishop of Myra, Saint Nicholas, known and loved by American children of all ages as Santa Clause.

With more than 250 participants in the 2011 parade, there will be surprises and treats for every one of the thousands of spectators who line the entire route along Third Street and through Downtown Jamestown, Harkness promised.

The Downtown Jamestown Development Corporation can be reached at 664-2477 or at www.discoverjamestown.com.

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home For Christmas in Jamestown

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Well, the Christmas frenzy has begun! We had a wonderful Thanksgiving, as I hope you all did! We stuffed ourselves silly, enjoyed the warm company of family and friends, and had our traditional Thanksgiving night viewing of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Nothing says Happy Thanksgiving in our house like laughing at Clark Griswold’s antics! Our Christmas craziness started at 5:00 AM Friday morning as my Mom and I braved the crowds to go people watching…we don’t buy much, but love to watch the crazy shoppers! Our weekend then continued Saturday morning at Sanford’s Tree Farm near Youngsville, PA. Since long before our boys were born, Robert and I, along with my parents and my brother have gone to the “top of the world” to cut down our Christmas tree. This is a wonderful family event as we have watched our boys go from little babies-Todd was just six months old when he went the first time-to handing them the saw to have their turn cutting the tree down.

And now we are on to holiday baking! As you all have figured out by now, I love to bake. I have so many great memories of spending time in the kitchen with my Mom and my Nana. Cookie baking has always been a big deal in our family, and now is even a bigger deal here at Elegant Edibles. We are known for our homemade cookies (not just at the holidays,

but year-round). We spend the days leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas with the warm, comforting smells of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg wafting from our ovens.

One of the first “jobs” my boys and Roxanne’s daughters held was that of “cookie scooper” here at Elegant Edibles. We will mix a batch of dough up (and not just a little batch, mind you-we’re talking ten or twelve pounds of dough at a time) and let the kids scoop away! At Christmas, we make 20 different kinds of cookies, most of which are family recipes. We go through more than 100 pounds of butter and what seems like tons of sugar and flour (it seems like that because I have to carry all of the 25 and 50 pounds bags in from the store!). We usually will spend an entire day baking one kind of cookie, simply because it is easy to get in a rhythm and just keep cranking them out. When the time comes to get all of the cookies frosted, we call in my Dad. He is our “cookie froster extraordinaire” (although he is a an excellent-and very willing-quality control taster, too!). We could just call him the Sprinkle King!

Whether you bake your cookies from scratch or a mix, or just call us to do it for you, there is just something comforting and homey about a plate of Christmas cookies sitting on the table. It says welcome in, sit on down, and share the season with me!

Mom’s Polish CutoutsFrom the kitchen of

Vicki McGraw

1# lard 1 T butter 1 ½ c sugar 4 eggs 1 t anise oil 8 c flour 8 t baking powder 1 t salt 1 ½ c milk

Cream lard and butter; add sugar then eggs one at a time.

Mix in anise oil.

Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; add alternately with milk.

Roll dough to ½ inch thick, being careful not to overwork the dough or the cookies will become tough. Cut into desired shapes. Place on lightly sprayed cookie trays, leaving 2 inches between cookies.

learn to make your own wreath & paper at auduBon! You can learn to make a fresh wreath or homemade paper at the Audubon Center and Sanctuary’s Homemade Holidays -- and you can take your finished product home with you.

The ever-popular wreath-making event is scheduled for Saturday, December 3, from 10:00 am-3:00 pm, with workshops throughout the day. This year’s new addition is workshops on paper-making.

In a half-hour workshop you will learn the basic techniques of making a wreath from local evergreens and a decorative bow. Greens, frames, trimmers, decorations and ribbon are all provided. After the half hour workshop, you have an hour in the workroom to finish your wreath. Assistants will be on hand to help.

Wreath workshop times are on the hour starting at 10:00 am (10:00, 11:00, 12:00 noon, 1:00, 2:00).

Homemade paper is a fairly simple and creative activity you can do at home with simple supplies. You will learn how to transform old construction paper, office paper, tissue paper, and other paper with just some water and a blender. As your paper dries, you will learn some simple uses for your creation, from gift-tags to wrapping paper.

Paper-making workshop times are 10:30 am, 11:30 am, and 12:45 pm. Everything is provided for this workshop, as well.

Bring a friend: This is a great way to spend some time together at the beginning of a busy season!

Wreath making is $20 for members, $30 for non-members. Paper making is $10 for members and $20 for non-members. Reservations are required for both: call (716) 569-2345 by Thursday, December 1.Other opportunities at Homemade Holidays include a selection of homemade ornaments for sale (with instructions on how to make them), information about different evergreens in the area, Christmas tree alternatives, and a handout on the age-old plastic vs. real tree debate.

Regular admission ($5 for non-members; members and children free) applies for visitors not attending the workshops. No charge for shoppers! There is never a charge to view Liberty, the bald eagle, in her outdoor habitat and walk the trails, dawn to dusk.

The Jamestown Audubon Center and Sanctuary is at 1600 Riverside Road, off of Route 62 between Jamestown and Warren.

T o learn more about this and other Audubon programs, call (716) 569-2345 or visit www.jamestownaudubon.org .


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“But i’m Just a Boy.”

Contributing WriterPastor Scott D. Hannon

“Ah, Lord God! Truly I do not know how to speak,

for I am only a boy.” Jeremiah 1:6

A few weeks back I met a buddy at a bar to

watch the Monday night football game. He

brought a few of his friends, guys I didn’t know,

and I knew it would only be a matter of time

before things got awkward. The conversation

went like this:

Guy: So what do you do?

Me: I’m a pastor.

Guy: Oh. (followed by 5 minutes of silence. Then,)

Are you allowed to be in here?

Once the cat’s out of the bag, it’s usually only a

matter of time before people ask: What made

you decide to be a pastor? And the truth is it’s

really not as glamorous as you might think.

There was no great vision, dream, or voice from

the clouds. It was a process-a process full of

deep prayer and reflection, but also superficial

debate, excuse making and bargaining.

Our reading from Jeremiah for today is his call

story. And what I love about it is Jeremiah’s

unwillingness and insecurity. God tells

Jeremiah that he’s a prophet and he shouts

back, “Lord, I’m a boy!” And we’d think that

God might walk away from this reluctant

prophet, but God doesn’t. Instead he says, “Do

not fear for I am with you.”

God is calling YOU. Your gut reaction might

be to run, laugh, or like Jeremiah make excuses.

And that’s okay, because God isn’t going

anywhere-the call continues. It might seem

crazy, but the real crazy thing is thinking you

can outrun God.

“THY will be done…”

Scott

Contributing Writer Joanne Tanner

Since the garden season is done outdoors, it’s time to go inside and talk about houseplants. There are so many plants able to grow indoors with the proper lighting that they would be too numerous to cover in one column. So I will start with one most people are familiar with and easy to grow indoors.

aloe vera a mediCinal plant- BotaniCal name: aloe BarBadensisAloes are a succulent from the Lillicae family. Indigenous to South Africa, aloe can now be found on almost every continent. Most of you will recognize this plant as the “Medicinal Burn Plant.” Aloe is grown and manufactured for the use of healing sunburn, burns, cuts and other skin problems, even bug bites. It has been used since ancient times and is mentioned in the New Testament at John 19:39-40.

And there came also Nicodemus, which at the first came to Jesus by night, and brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes...

Those people with sensitive skin should take note: Caution should be exercised before using Aloe from an Aloe plant because contact dermatitis can occur in sensitive individuals. You should cut away the skin and inner layer of yellow juice leaving only the actual gel. The yellow juice, especially prominent in older plants, is the primary irritant in the cases of contact dermatitis. Test a small area of skin, such as the inner forearm, for a reaction before more general use. Because of this it may be wise to keep this plant away from children and pets. I have always relied on keeping an aloe plant in the kitchen in the event of a burn while cooking and have never had a problem with this, but I feel it is worth noting. The poisonous component is aloe-emodin. Simply remember to use the gel in the middle of the plant when treating a burn and you should have no problem.

Another medicinal use of Aloe is in a liquid or juice form and is made for internal ingestion. Liquid Aloe Vera boasts a hardy nutrition value that is hard to beat in most natural products. Aloe Vera offers every natural nutrient under the sun to include all major vitamins, minerals, macro-minerals, essential fatty acids and even dietary fiber. This is not to mention naturally occurring enzymes and specialized immune system boosters. Having enzymes, Aloe promotes better digestion and also seems to treat problems

with acid reflux. It is also said to help relieve the pain of arthritis. However, I wouldn’t try juicing your own Aloe plants. Leave this to the experienced growers and manufacturers of this product. Aloe can also be used in recipes when cooking as a thickener and for congealing liquids.

aloe is also in the CateGory oF “air CleaninG” houseplantsAloe was shown to be much more efficient at the removal of formaldehyde at lower concentrations in the home than Philodendrons. Formaldehyde can be given off in the home due to manufacturing processes of pressed wood products made for indoor use. These can include: particleboard (used as sub-flooring and shelving and in cabinetry and furniture); hardwood plywood paneling (used for decorative wall covering and used in cabinets and furniture); and medium density fiberboard (used for drawer fronts, cabinets, and furniture tops). So, as you can see, keeping plants in the home can be beneficial for your health.

plant Care: Aloe, being a succulent, prefers well drained soil so their roots are not always wet. Its needs are just that of a cactus. A sandy loam is excellent with some stone or gravel on the bottom of the pot for drainage. Cactus soil is readily available from retailers that sell plant supplies. It thrives in bright light so keep your plant within 5 feet of an east or west window. This houseplant, just like the cactus, tolerates very infrequent watering. You will only need to water this plant once every 2 weeks. I have even gone three weeks or more without any problems. An Aloe plant under the right conditions can grow very big, very fast. If the plant begins to outgrow its pot, as it probably will, you may simply transplant sections and place it in another pot with soil. I have done this multiple times. So think about gifting a friend with off shoots of this welcomed medicinal plant.

Faith Matters


“Lucy, I’m Home!” I can hear his rich sing-songy voice in my head as I think about the Babalu Restaurant, named for the song Desi Arnaz made famous. Ricky Ricardo, the handsome Cuban nightclub owner on the show, “I Love Lucy” would don his conga drum and serenade his diners with this number. Being Lucy and Desi fans the Four Discriminate Diners decided to visit the breakfast and lunch eatery recently.

Immediately upon entering the restaurant, we were greeted by a friendly young waitress who said we could sit anywhere. We chose a table by the front window where there are tables for two, four and larger groups. In fact, there are two private conference rooms right there on the first floor for those who want to work and eat. Once we were all seated and with our menus, we took in our surroundings. Visitors will immediately notice the beautiful woodwork in the entire restaurant that we were told was done by Busty Pintagro, co-owner with his wife, in April. We didn’t have the pleasure of meeting Busty, but April came over to the table to say “hello” and then later checked with us to see how we liked our meals. We felt very welcome. Lucy and Desi fans will enjoy seeing all the themed decorations scattered throughout the space.

To be completely honest, a few of the Diners were hesitant to dine there as they had heard mixed reviews generated from the time of the restaurant’s opening at the beginning of this year. I encourage everyone to give dining establishments 2nd and 3rd chances since it’s a tough business and it takes a while to get all the pistons firing at once. People who have worked in the food service industry know there are a number of reasons a day could go awry, including ovens breaking down, wait staff not showing up or a surprise number of people showing up at the same time. If you went there early in the year, please give them another go as we learned

from our experience, that the food was delicious and the service was very good.

As we were all hungry, we decided to order the specials thinking they would be quicker and we were right. Three of us ordered the chicken stir-fry and the other decided to opt for a Panini that came with a bowl of pumpkin soup. While we were waiting for our food the waitress brought us each water in the largest red “glasses” (they’re plastic) that I’ve seen. One of the Diners thought the glasses were provided by a soft drink distributor, but that was not confirmed. It was a cold day, so a few us ordered coffee that was very good.

The stir-fry was attractive with a mixture of red and green vegetables including broccoli and a generous amount of sautéed chicken slices. The ingredients were covered in a slightly sweet marinade; not too salty and not too sugary. It was served on a bed of rice done to perfection with a home-made roll. The lone Panini and pumpkin soup Diner, was equally as satisfied with her selection. To top off the entire meal, our waitress brought us each a chocolate truffle. From other patrons I have heard that they also sell home-made Italian cookies.

To find the Babalu Cafe, travel down 2nd Street toward (very appropriately) the Lucille Ball Little Theatre. It is on the same side right next to a barber shop. It is open weekdays (except Mondays) for breakfast and lunch.

The Discriminate Diners give the Babalu Cafe, on this day, for this lunch experience, Four Forks. We will make sure to return and we hope this New Year will bring them continued success.

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ClassiCal Charter sChool presentation –

deCemBer 3The founding group for Classical Charter School, a proposed charter school for Jamestown and the surrounding area, desires to provide parents with a choice in the type of academic education their children receive. A presentation about the proposed school will be given at 2 PM, Dec. 3, 2011 in the Fireplace Room at the Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry Street, Jamestown.

Classical Charter School will provide a strong foundation for academic excellence, beginning in kindergarten. Programs will be used that are powerful, validated by research, and with years of demonstrated effectiveness for children of all abilities—high-performers, average, low-performers, children with disabilities, and at-risk children.

It is important that a potential charter school demonstrate community interest, support, and involvement for academic excellence for young children. We urge parents of young children to attend, as well as community residents of all ages, and representatives of organizations, churches, and various other groups that have knowledge about, or come in contact with, at-risk children.

The founding group believes that academic achievement largely is a function of the instructional programs and methods used by a school, and that all children can master basic skills. The group is concerned by research informing that nearly 90 percent of children who leave grade 1 as poor readers will continue to be poor readers in grade 4. Moreover, 74 percent of children who leave grade 3 as poor readers continue to be poor readers in high school, putting graduation in jeopardy. Tragically, children who do not master basic skills become lost academically, and frequently become discipline problems, negatively affecting every aspect of their lives. Classical Charter School seeks to prevent these tragedies.

lss announCes volunteer oF the year

(rt. to lt.) Suellen Carlson, Volunteer Director for Lutheran Social Services presents Virginia Rumfelt, with flowers and a plaque honoring her as the Volunteer of the year. By her side is her son Pastor Dan Rumfelt, LSS Chaplain.

Each year Lutheran Social Services chooses one special volunteer to be honored at the Western New York Leading Age Recognition Dinner, held in Buffalo during May. This year the announcement was made at the annual Volunteer Luncheon held in the LSS Chapel.

“You are all wonderful volunteers,” Suellen Carlson, Director of Volunteers told the audience of over 100 attendees. “It’s hard to choose just one. This year’s award goes to someone who is a stealth volunteer. Without fan fare, she humbly goes about helping others in many ways and often we are not even aware of all that she does. She transports others on campus who no longer can drive. She is a quiet source of comfort and compassion for those who are terminally ill and dying. And, each week you will see her helping her son Pastor Dan with Sunday service here on campus.” she said.

Mrs. Rumfelt accepted the honor with surprise and gratitude. “There are so many others deserving of this honor,” she said. “I am so blessed to be a resident of the LSS community and of Jamestown. I am proud of all the work, all the variety of programs, the dedicated staff, and the never ending care and thoughtfulness that is a part of our campus,” she added. “I could search the world over and not find a better place to call ‘my home’. Thank you for this wonderful honor.”

Volunteers at LSS help transport residents to therapy, the beauty shop, dentist and podiatrist and accompany residents to doctors’ appointment. They are friendly visitors and they run the gift shop. “We appreciate all the love and laughter they bring to our residents.” Carlson said. “We interview each volunteer to learn their preferences and we match them to the activity they would enjoy the most.” For more information about volunteering at Lutheran Social Services, call Suellen Carlson at 665-8090.

shop loCally this holiday seasonWritten by

Todd J. Tranum, President & CEO of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce & Executive Director of the Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier

Among our many assets in Chautauqua County, we are fortunate to have a wide variety of small businesses including retailers. In combination with our large department stores, these small retail shops provide many options for holiday shopping right here in our own communities. From boutique-style shops, consumers can find specialty goods including household items, clothing, artisan and handcrafted jewelry, and much more.

When we support locally-owned businesses, we are truly supporting our local economy. Your shopping dollars go back into the pockets of entrepreneurial store owners and their employees, who then, in turn, support other local restaurants and service providers.

This holiday season, we are urging everyone to shop locally to boost our own Chautauqua County economy. While there is a national movement to buy American made products, our Shoptauqua initiative takes it one step further.

Helping to drive foot traffic into local businesses is one of the five focal points of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce. In order to support this effort, the Chamber offers Shop Chautauqua County Gift Checks, which can be used just like cash at more than 80 restaurants, retailers, and service providers right here in our county. Gift Checks are available only through the Chamber, in denominations of $10, $15, and $25.

In addition, in celebration of our gift check sales totaling more than $1-million, we are currently offering Shop Chautauqua County Gift Checks as a sweepstakes prize on our Facebook page. When you “like” us on Facebook, you and a friend have a chance to win gift checks.

The Chamber also helps to drive foot traffic into local businesses by providing an online business directory to help consumers find what they are looking for, providing member-to-member discounts to support Chamber members, and offering marketing opportunities to members to encourage support of local companies.

Consumers have many choices to make in today’s economy. One of the easiest decisions is to keep your holiday spending local. For more information about Chamber Gift Checks, call our offices at 366-6200 or 484-1101. Shoptauqua this holiday season to support local businesses!


Today we continue with part two of our interview with Keith Martin, the coach of the Jamestown Community College Women’s Basketball team. Last week we focused on Coach Martin and his program overall.

MH: Part II of this interview is about the 2011 Girls’ Jayhawks Basketball Team. It is early in the season, but what do you know about your girls so far?

KM: It is difficult, when you have so many quality players, to find time for all of them. We are feeling it out, trying out different combinations and trying to find the right fit. Meanwhile, we need patience. The girls have to have patience both with themselves and with the coaching staff. We are trying to make this team finish where we want to finish. There are going to be nights where some of our kids are going to excel against the zone and others against man coverage, and I just have to push the right buttons. It is exciting to watch. The other day on Sunday when we were playing I started to see a glimpse of what can happen. The girls work so hard in practice and I hope they are starting to see what we as a coaching staff see. We are 4-0, but that doesn’t mean anything. We want to get back to where we belong: the Regional Finals. We were one game short last year. These ladies have to work to get better, and the exciting thing is they can get a whole lot better.

MH: Who are your point guards? Your forwards?

KM: Right now we have Alicia Mikowicz from Olean who is a sophomore, and Lauren Sablimben from Allegheny Limestone, who are running our team at the point guard position. They have two different styles. One is all about pushing the ball up the floor, Alicia Mikowicz. She is extremely quick. Lauren is more of a tactician. She is a general out there. She is a very intelligent young lady, and she runs the show. The game slows down when the ball is in her hands. She puts the ball where it is supposed to go. And their two different approaches allow us to play any style with these players. We can go quick. We can press. Or we can go with our size and put the ball inside. We have many shooters. Returning is Gabriel D’Ercole, who last year led the entire country in 3 point shooting (49%). Out of over 5,000 NCJAA players, she led them all. We have Nikole Lindquist and Jillian Brunswick both from South Dayton, Pine Valley High School. They are extremely quick and can shoot the ball. On the freshman side we have Ashley Depane, player of the year at Jamestown High School last year, and Kelsie Beaver, from Randolph. Both can shoot the lights out. If people go zone against us, we have answers there. We have sophmores Mallory Deuink and Natalie Marsh who are just intense

hardworking players who add a little extra to our guard play.

If you go to our post play, we have Madeline Apperson returning as a sophomore who is a steady influence. She is extremely hardworking. And we were extremely fortunate to get Alicia Stebbins back. She was on our Regional Finals team two years ago, took a year off, and is back. She played the best college game of her career on Sunday when she had 21 points and 8 rebounds. Welcoming her back was very important. We also have three new post players. Kelsey Thomas, from Jamestown, who is a big post person who can do a lot of things down the road. And then we have Nicki Triscuit who transferred back after playing at Southwestern two years ago. And Kristin Biela from Franklinville. Young kids who are growing into the post position. Post in high school and post in college are completely different. The strength of women after two years of college is a big difference in the post play. Our freshman are learning that pretty quick.

MH: You mentioned different styles of play. How do you determine which style is going to help you win?

KM: Scouting reports early, and a feel during the game. I am a feel coach. What I feel is going on in the game. We get a scouting report and go into the game thinking one thing, but if it is not going well we will change things. This year we have the personnel where if things aren’t going well we can change things on the fly. Just the other day we pressed well with one group, but this weekend someone is going to play zone against us and other kids are going to have to step up as we slow things down. Defensively, we want the up-tempo style. We want to play in transition and push the ball up and down the floor. That is a fun way to play. But if a team wants to grind it out, we will do that too. Each game is different. Personnel are so important, and there are going to be good match-ups and others that aren’t so good. We have to find what works. My coaching style is to give as many kids a chance early to get into the game as possible. I tell the kids, “I don’t care who starts the game, I care who finishes.” Very seldom are the five girls who finish the game the same as the five girls who started it. Everybody is human. Everybody has good days and bad days. It’s my job to figure out who is having a good day. The other day it was Alicia Stebbins and Nikole Lindquist. This Saturday it will be two different people.

MH: Who are the powerhouses in your division?

KM: Genesee Community College. We faced them in the Regional Championship game in the last four out of five years. They

have gone to the national championship game in four out of the last five years. They are our nemesis right now. We have to get by them to get to the national championship. Mercyhurst beat us last year in the semis. They are doing some good things with some good players. We are going to have to get by them this year too.

MH: How close are the girls on your team?

KM: It’s our program, and that is so important. This program has been built over the last 13 years on “our program” and “family.” Our group is so close, and it is so unique for me to watch these kids grow together. Since we are so local, kids that competed against each other thought they couldn’t stand each other. We get to watch those kids grow together and become best friends and be in each other’s weddings. It is an amazing thing for me to be a part of. That is what happens in this program. We have parents who have become life long friends who were from two different counties. These players become sisters. It has nothing to do with me. It is all them. The bonds they make are very special. They become sisters.

MH: When are most of your games?

KM: First semester I try to schedule everything on the weekends so that they do not miss class. We do have two games on Wednesdays this semester, but they are only an hour a way so they do not have to get out of class. I also try to schedule the first part of the season at home. We’ve had 4 or 5 games at home, and that is great, and then in the month of December we go on the road, whish is important for many reasons. First is getting used to staying in hotels. It helps us prepare for regionals. How to act. How to prepare. But also, it helps us get away from the hectic life that is going around campus in December with finals. They are in a hotel or on a bus and they can study. We also have the Tom DeAngelo Memorial tournament on December 2-3. It is the first time we are having this tournament at home. After that, however, we are on the road. After Christmas, the first week we are in Florida.

MH: Do you like to play in tournaments on Christmas and other breaks?

KM: We have our own, but because of the division we are in, finding competition in close proximity is hard. So I set up the schedule so that we can drive to schools in our division. When we go to Florida, we set up our schedule so that we only have to drive about 1 ½ hours. We play three schools in five days, which is nice.

MH: How much does it cost to watch a game?

KM: $3/Adults. $2/Children. $2/

Students. And if you are a JCC student it is free. That gets you in for both the guys and the girls, so if there is a double header you get the same price for two games. And we are very lucky. This program 13 years ago, when Coach Wells and I started, we had 7 people playing as we took on the #5 team in the country, Broom Community College, and there were 25 people in the stands. Now when you come to games, there is always a ton of people. I remember in the fall of 2003, we were 17-0. Monroe came in to play us. They were #1 in the country. I came in at half time and this place was packed. There were a thousand people in the building. When we won the regionals there were a thousand people in the building. We are very lucky. The community support is unbelievable. We couldn’t have built this program without it. We couldn’t have turned things around. And a lot of that has to do with our local kids. They want to see our local kids do well. There are a lot of ties to this community, and I am very blessed to coach in my hometown.

We thank Coach Martin for taking the time to speak with us. Congratulations, Coach, on achieving 250 career wins earlier this season, and good luck, ladies, on what is sure to be another great year of women’s basketball at JCC.

From the Locker room

JCC Girls BasketBall part iikeith martin, CoaCh

mark hannon, interviewerSports Writer Mark Hannon


Jamestown’s Jivel o c a l e n t e r t a i n m e n t

E - M a i l Yo u r E v e n t I n f oB y 5 P m T h u r s d a y

T oe n t @ j a m e s t o w n g a z e t t e . c o m

HoliDAy PAraDe:

annual Christmas parade & holiday CeleBrationFriday December 2nd 6:30 pm

I’ll Be Home For Christmas and Parade of The Wooden Soldiers

Tree Lighting, Snowball Drop and Fireworks

Down Third Street In Jamestown

NFl FootBAll:

BuFFalo BillsBills VS Tennessee Titans Sunday Dec. 4th 1:00 pm Home Game

Cleveland BrownsBrowns VS Baltimore Ravens Sunday Dec. 4th 4:05pm Home Game

pittsBurGh steelersSteelers VS Cincinnati Bengals Sunday Dec. 4th 1:00 pm Home Game

BuFFAlo sABres

home sChedule: Sat. Nov. 29th Islanders @ Sabres 7:00 pm

Fri. Dec. 2nd Red Wings @ Sabres 7:30pm

Wed. Dec. 7th Flyers @ Sabres 7:30 pm

Fri. Dec. 9th Panthers @ Sabres 7:30 pm

Sat. Dec. 10th Rangers @ Sabres 7:00 pm

JAMestowN iroNMeN

home sCheduleFri. Dec. 16th Port Huron Fighting Falcons 7:05 pm

Sat. Dec. 17th Port Huron Fighting Falcons 7:05 pm

out-Door reCreAtioN:

auduBon nature events:FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 569-2345 OR VISIT WWW.JAMESTOWNAUDUBON.ORG

First Friday lunCh BunCh (adult) Friday, December 2, 2011, 11am-1pm

The First Friday Lunch Bunch meets at 11 for a nature-related presentation followed by BYO brown bag lunch and conversation. Audubon provides coffee and tea.

homemade holidays (adult+) Saturday, December 3, 2011, 11am-3pm

Learn to make a handmade wreath from greens you collect around the yard.

photo CluB (adult) Thursday, December 8, 2011

Holiday Party. Details TBA. More information –> click.

owl prowl (all) Friday, December 9, 2011, 7-9pm

Take a walk with a naturalist to learn a little about owls and try to call one closer. $10/ person for members, $7/per person for non-members $5 for children

little explorers (aGe 3-8 plus a Grownup) Saturday, December 10, 2011, 10am-noon

Children aged 3-8 and their favorite grown-ups enjoy a nature lesson, walk, craft, and snack. Reservations required by the Thursday before the program to ensure sufficient supplies. $5 per person for members, $7/person for non-members.

oPeN House:

roGer tory peterson insti-tute holiday open houseSaturday, December 3rd 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Featuring wildlife and nature artists Len Rusin & Dan Meyer

Help us celebrate the joy of the holiday season with refreshments, Swedish traditions, and special guests.

CoNCerts:

the livinG Christmas treeFirst Covenant Church 520 Spring Street, Jamestown Friday, December 2 at 8 pm Saturday, December 3 at 5 pm & 8 pm Sunday, December 4 at 5 pm This year’s choir, orchestra, pageantry and narrators will present

All is Calm, All is Bright

by Randy Vadar, Jay Rouse and Camp Kirkland,conducted by Brian A. Bogey

$7 tickets Call 483-9825

sHows:

ChautauQua reGional youth BalletThe Nutcracker

With Guest Artists Robbie Fairchild and Amanda Weingarten

Reg Lenna Civic Center

Saturday Dec. 10th 7:30 pm

Sunday Dec. 11th, 2:00 pm

For tickets call 484-7070

a Christmas to rememBerDrama Enrichment Program

Reg Lenna Civic Center

Saturday Dec. 17th 2pm show and 7pm show

Movies:

the spire theater ForGotten ClassiCs movie series317 E. 3rd St. Jamestown

royal weddinG (Fred Astaire)

Tue, November 29th and Thur. Dec. 1st

the little prinCes (Shirley Temple)

Tue, December 6th

Only $2.00

For more information call 450-7357

movies at the reG lenna CiviC Center116 East 3rd Street, Jamestown

the help Fri. Dec. 1st and Sat. Dec. 3rd, 8:00 pm 664-2465

dipson theaters lakewood Cinema 8 ChautauQua mall Cinema i & iiFor information on movies and times visit: www.dipsontheaters.com

eveNts:

waterColors on display Paintings by William K. Larson Lakewood Library Gallery 12 W. Summit St., Lakewood Now Thru November 30th

snow prinCess partyYWCA Jamestown Saturday Dec. 3rd Session 1: 10 am to 11:30am Session 2: 11:30am to 1:00pm Princesses’ ages 4-12

Reserve your spot at the YWCA

Fenton history Center holiday exhiBit67 Washington St., Jamestown

Decorated Trees, Holiday Music and Local Stories

Now thru January 21st

Open 10 to 4 Mon. – Sat.

visit our loCal museums, art Galleries,

nature preserves, Concert halls

and sports arena’s

AuDuBoN NAture CeNter 1600 River Side Road

Jamestown • 569-2345

CHAutAuquA sPorts HAll oF FAMe

15 West Third Street Jamestown • 484-2272

FeNtoN HistoriCAl CeNter 67 Washington Street


JAMes PreNDerGAst liBrary Art GAllery

409 Cherry Street Jamestown • 484-1205

JAMestowN sAviNGs BANk iCe AreNA

319 West Third Street Jamestown • 484-2624

JAMestowN JAMMers Russell E. Dietrick JR. Park

485 Falconer Street Jamestown • 664-0915

luCille BAll- Desi ArNAz CeNter

2 W. Main Street Jamestown • 484-0800

luCille BAll little tHeAter 18 East Second Street


roBert H. JACksoN CeNter 305 E. Fourth Street


tHe roGer tory PetersoN iNstitute

311 Curtis Street Jamestown • 665-2473

weeks GAllery JAMestowN CoMMuNity

ColleGe 525 Falconer Street


reG leNNA CiviC CeNter 116 E. Third Street



Deana Raines and Kathy Farr

Curves Fitness Center, Cathy Regis-Green, Kelly Powell, Owner of Curves, Traci Tubbs and Chris Jones

John and Bonnie Wysard at home on Westfield’s Holly

Tour of Grand Old Homes

Specialist Dayne VanArsdale, Grand Marshall for the

Jamestown Holiday Parade.

Jon Schmitz and Bill Flanders talk about their book with a member of the Fenton History Center.

Dawn Ekstrom, At Michale’s Craft Store getting ready for the Holiday’s

Salvation Army Bell Ringers, Ron Healey and his grandchildren, Abeni Payne, Devon and Mya LaPare

Jim Roselle (WJTN) interviews John Jablonski, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Executive Director at Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Holiday Open House.

Alexis Darrow, Jamestown Skating Club Practice Session

Paul Leone and Helen Ebersole in the Drawing Room of the Fenton Mansion.


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