SPECIAL SHORTS
(04/24/2009) By Gerlind Dubey

The Monday night Ladies league at Holiday Valley Resort hopes to see you if you are interested in joining the league. Meet Monday, May 4, 2009 at 7 pm at the West Bar in the Main Chalet Clubhouse to finalize plans for a warm, dry and fun filled Season. For any questions contact Cheryl Schmidt, cell 228-8010 - work 699-2393, ext 216. cheryls@fitzweller.com

CCB TO OFFER FREE COIN APPRAISAL SERVICE… LITTLE VALLEY, NY – On Wednesday, April 29, CCB in Salamanca, NY (550 Broad Street) and Thursday, April 30, CCB in Randolph, NY (42 Main Street) (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days)

CCB (Cattaraugus County Bank) in Salamanca and Randolph will offer FREE, professional coin appraisals, courtesy of HCC, Inc., a firm of nationally recognized numismatists. The silver, gold and platinum bullion market is nearing all time highs. The value of silver dimes, quarters and half dollars, along with Gold American Eagles, Gold Canadian Maple Leafs and Krugerrands are skyrocketing! Additionally, collector coins like Morgan and Peace Dollars, Indian Pennies and commemorative coins are in great demand. So … if your old coins are sitting around in a closet collecting dust, this is the time to see what they are worth! HCC will purchase your coins at the appraised value if desired.

“Coin appraisal days have been very successful in the past at CCB. We were amazed at the turn out,” states Joni Simcick, CCB VP & Marketing Manager. “We knew some of our customers were coin collectors but had no idea how many! I invite the public to visit CCB with their old coin and currency for some refreshments and possible great news about the value of their belongings. These appraisers are very professional, experienced numismatists!”

HCC, Inc., a Toledo, Ohio based company, is in the business of appraising, selling, purchasing and providing custodial services with respect to rare and/or old coins, precious metals (including gold, silver, platinum and palladium), modern proof sets, governmental commemorative issues, and currency. HCC can be contacted at 1-800-422-4405 with any questions.

Pfeiffer Nature Center Announces Water Wise Education Program… If the water has critters in it with six legs and two wing sets is it a good source for water?  This and other important questions were tackled recently by participants, young and old, in Pfeiffer Nature Center’s newest hands-on educational program, “Be Water Wise… Observe, Conserve, Preserve”. The Nature Center launched their spring public education program with this new 2-hour adventure that promotes understanding the value of water, understanding the water cycle, and supports good water conservation practices. Participants were engaged for two fun filled hours exploring the wonders of water.  Some of the activities included playing games that teach about the water cycle; collecting and observing aquatic critters that are indicators of water quality; and digging into the forest floor to investigate water filtering properties. The program is available for families, youth, and community groups.  Groups are encouraged to register early to get their choice of dates and times.  The water wise program is available May, June, and July.  There is a fee of $50 per 25 participants.  The program is conducted at Pfeiffer Nature Center’s Outdoor Living Museum at 1974 Lillibridge Road, Portville, NY.
Southern Tier Symphony Slates “Power Music”…The 60-member Southern Tier Symphony, under the direction of John Whitney, will present “Power Music” for its final series of the season on Saturday, May 2 at the Wesley Chapel, Houghton College at 8:00 p.m. and at Olean High School, 410 W. Sullivan Street on Sunday, May 3 at 3:00 p.m.

Opening the program will be the familiar “Prelude to Die Meistersinger” by Richard Wagner. Spotlighted on the concert will be Gail Williams, a Rushford native who attended Ithaca College. She spent more than 20 years in the French horn section of the Chicago Symphony and currently teaches at Northwestern University. Ms. Williams will perform the Mozart “Third Concerto for French Horn in E-flat.” She will also join the orchestra’s horn section for the final work on the concert, “Symphony No. 1 in C minor” by Johannes Brahms.

As the final program in the orchestra’s sixth season, Sunday’s concert will conclude with the “Maestro for a Moment” encore. Patrons may “vote” for Tony Evans or Robert Meyers from now until intermission on Sunday. Voters may send checks, denoting their favorite candidate, to P. O. Box 501, Olean, NY 14760. The web site will accept PayPal donations and votes and funds may be given to symphony board members. Tickets for each concert are $20 and will be available at the door. Children and students of all ages are admitted free to all symphony concerts.

For further information, visit the symphony web site at www.southerntiersymphony.org or call 716 372-1110

FREE Rabies Clinic For Dogs, Cats and Ferrets…On May 9, 2009 from 9:00 AM - Noon at the County D.P.W. Garage on Route 242 in Little Valley …Rabies vaccinations are required for all cats, dogs and domesticated ferrets by four months of age (but not less than 12 weeks). Cats and dogs are given a booster one year later and every three years thereafter. Ferrets must be vaccinated annually.
Cattaraugus County Free Giveaway Day… RAIN or SHINE! Saturday May 16, 2009 …Spruce up your garden or flower beds with free Compost & Mulch and Woodchips. There will be a loader on site to fill your truck, trailer, or container with the material of your choice! Available at Five Points Transfer Station, Mansfield, 6909 Toad Hollow Road, Town of Mansfield.(Rte14) & Farwell Compost Site, 1430 Farwell Road, Town of Ischua …For further information, please contact: Cornell Cooperative Extension: Wendy Sanfilippo, 664-9502 ext. 221 or 938-2487 Cattaraugus County DPW: Linda McAndrew, 938-2486

JAMESTOWN … The James Prendergast Library Art Gallery will present work by Debra Eck of Jamestown May 1 through June 4 in an exhibit called /Mad Women and Immoral Wallpaper. There will be an opening reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 1, to meet the artist. Refreshments will be served, and the event is free and open to the public