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Roberta Kilian, 92,
Died Mon., Jan. 17th
William Heitzman
77, of Alden Died
JEAN M. GADD Co-Owner of
Alexander Equipment
Died March 13th
John Showalter
A Founder of EMW
Died March 9th
Fred Blaskovits
Died March 14th
Wayne C. Love
of Marilla Died
Wed., March 9th
Michael Schemel, 50,
Relatives in Alden
Area Died Feb. 23rd
Died Mon., Jan. 17th
William Heitzman
77, of Alden Died
JEAN M. GADD Co-Owner of
Alexander Equipment
Died March 13th
John Showalter
A Founder of EMW
Died March 9th
Fred Blaskovits
Died March 14th
Wayne C. Love
of Marilla Died
Wed., March 9th
Michael Schemel, 50,
Relatives in Alden
Area Died Feb. 23rd
Village Begins Work on 2011-12 Budgetby Sue DeWitt
Village of Alden officials have begun formulating the 2011-12 spending plan. Mayor Kegler announced that the preliminary budget, which includes all of the items requested by department heads, comes with a property tax rate of $14.31 per $1000 of assessed valuation, a 24% increase over this year’s $11.56/$1000. Budget pressures foreseen in the coming year include higher fuel, health insurance and pension costs.
Scholastic Bowl has Best Showing in 15 YrsArticle written by: Scholastic Bowl Member - Hannah B.
The Alden Scholastic Bowl team is comprised of enthusiastic high school students who compete in an academic trivia contest at Genesee Community College from January through February, after beginning practice as early as October. Alden has the honor of being the only Erie County High School to compete in the Genesee County-wide program, including Akron, Alexander, Attica, Batavia, Byron-Bergen, Elba, LeRoy, Notre Dame, Oakfield-Alabama, Pavilion and Pembroke schools
Fish Fry Dinner Fri., March 18
Boy Scout Troop #160 is having a fish/chicken finger dinner on Friday, March 18 from 4-7 pm at the Town Line Lutheran Church. Choices include beer battered fish or child chicken finger meal. Dine in, drive through or take outs available. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the Alden Advertiser or by calling 983-6862.
ACTS Holds Corned Beef Dinner
The Alden Christian Theatre Society (ACTS), 1470 Church Street in the village of Alden, will host a Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Sunday, March 20 from noon until sold out. Dinner features corned beef and cabbage, rolls and butter, carrots and potatoes with parsley and butter, salad and beverage. Desserts available for purchase. Take out available. For information on day of event, call 937-7770.
Waves of Old Time Radio Last Thursdayby Judy Hotchkin
Last Thursday the Alden Historical Society hosted a program on Old Time Radio Shows. Guest speaker Mr. Jerry Collins presented the program. Mr. Collins brought with him a sample of his collection of beloved memory inducing radio shows for all to enjoy.
New Councilwoman Appointed in Darien
Kathryn Phelps was appointed to the open Council seat at the March 2, 2011 Darien Town Board meeting. Councilwoman Linda Graber resigned the position in December 2010.
Benefit for Bella Grace Pellittieri
A Chinese Auction with over 200 baskets and raffles which include a condo in Hawaii for a week, a golf package to Myrtle Beach, a trip to New York City including air fare and a weekend package in Ellicottville, are all part of a benefit for Bella Grace Pellittieri. The event will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2011 from 2 to 7 pm at the Annunciation Church School Gym, 7580 Clinton Street, Elma.
Donations needed at Erie County Home
Doing your Spring Cleaning? Donate some of it to the Erie County Home! Currently we have a real need for items to be used as Bingo prizes: toiletries; make-up; room decorations; jewelry; Kleenex; individually pre-packaged food items.
Volunteer Opportunities at Erie County Home
The Erie County Home has volunteer opportunities available in several departments.
Alden Seniors
Wed., March 9th- Regular meeting. Mon., March 14- St. Patricks Party. Whistle Stop at noon, choice of ham or corned beef $13.00, call Nancy 937-9929 by March 7th. Tues., March 22- Executive meeting. Wed., March 23- Birthday meeting cake and ice cream.
Darien Republican Committee Seeking Candidates
The Darien Republican Committee is seeking candidates for positions on the Town Board. Positions open are Councilman and the Town Supervisor.
Important Notice To All Alden Residents and Businesses
For years the Alden Lions Club has been producing a local resident and business phone directory covering Alden and some of the surrounding communities. The updated listing information was obtained from other phone sources and cross referenced with existing information on hand in order to be as accurate as possible. Over the past several years however, there has been a large increase in the use of mobile, cable and satellite phones. As a result these numbers are not available in the standard directories and therefore are not acessible to us for our directory. The Alden Lions Club will be making a decision as to if we want to continue this directory with the limited information on hand or supplied to us or to just publish a local business directory. We know that many residents depend upon this directory and we want to continue to supply this information to you. Please help us in making a decision by filling out the information below and mailing it to the Alden Lions club PO Box 135, Alden, NY 14004 or send the information to the aldenlionsclub@rochester. rr.com.
Cub Scout Pack 160 Pinewood Derby
Town Line Cub Scout Pack 160 held its annual Pinewood Derby on February 28th at Town Line Church. This is a very exicting race for our boy's, they were required to build and race their uniquely designed, pinewood cars down a track. This year's race featured a wide assortment of body shapes, paint jobs, detailing and unique theme designs. This year’s winners were Brenden Gadd (Tiger Cubs), Ben Chowanic (Wolves), Joseph Hammer (Bears), Ed Hammer (Jr. Webelos) and Quin Keller (Sr. Webelos). After the den contests, the first-place winners competed for the pack championship. This years overall winner was awarded to Brenden Gadd, he was awarded a family pack to Holland Speedway! This year’s Pinewood Derby was a great success, due to the efforts of the scouts and their families.
Lunch and Hard Times Fashion Show
Girl Scouts will model Depression era jewelry, accessories and aprons fashioned by Joan Wellan. The event will take place on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 12:30 pm at the Society Museum 40 Clark St. (around the corner from the historic Opera House). Admission is $20 per person, reservation ONLY by March 17th. Please send check payable to Lancaster NY Historical Society 40 Clark St. Lancaster, NY 14086. For more information, please call 683-4679.
Benefit for Denise Schutt
Friends of Denise Schutt, Alden resident, are seeking donations to be used in May for a fundraiser. Items appreciated are merchandise, gift cards, gift baskets, food, or monetary donations. To donate or arrange for pickup call Sally at 435-1544 or Cheryl at 548-6543. Denise, a 42 year old mother of 5, recently underwent a total thyroidectomy due to Papillary Thyroid Cancer. She is now going through treatment.
CPR/AED Classes Offered
On Tuesday, March 29 at 7 pm a CPR/AED adult and child, plus CPR-infant course, will be offered at St. John’s school cafeteria. The course is certified by the American Red Cross. The fee is $20.00 payable at course night. Please contact Carl at 937 7433.
“Green Eggs and Ham” Breakfast
The Alden Christian Theatre Society (ACTS), 1470 Church Street in the village of Alden, will host its annual Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast on Saturday, March 26 beginning at 10 am. The Cat in the Hat will make an appearance. Reservations are required: please call 937-7770.
Village of Alden officials have begun formulating the 2011-12 spending plan. Mayor Kegler announced that the preliminary budget, which includes all of the items requested by department heads, comes with a property tax rate of $14.31 per $1000 of assessed valuation, a 24% increase over this year’s $11.56/$1000. Budget pressures foreseen in the coming year include higher fuel, health insurance and pension costs.
Scholastic Bowl has Best Showing in 15 YrsArticle written by: Scholastic Bowl Member - Hannah B.
The Alden Scholastic Bowl team is comprised of enthusiastic high school students who compete in an academic trivia contest at Genesee Community College from January through February, after beginning practice as early as October. Alden has the honor of being the only Erie County High School to compete in the Genesee County-wide program, including Akron, Alexander, Attica, Batavia, Byron-Bergen, Elba, LeRoy, Notre Dame, Oakfield-Alabama, Pavilion and Pembroke schools
Fish Fry Dinner Fri., March 18
Boy Scout Troop #160 is having a fish/chicken finger dinner on Friday, March 18 from 4-7 pm at the Town Line Lutheran Church. Choices include beer battered fish or child chicken finger meal. Dine in, drive through or take outs available. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the Alden Advertiser or by calling 983-6862.
ACTS Holds Corned Beef Dinner
The Alden Christian Theatre Society (ACTS), 1470 Church Street in the village of Alden, will host a Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Sunday, March 20 from noon until sold out. Dinner features corned beef and cabbage, rolls and butter, carrots and potatoes with parsley and butter, salad and beverage. Desserts available for purchase. Take out available. For information on day of event, call 937-7770.
Waves of Old Time Radio Last Thursdayby Judy Hotchkin
Last Thursday the Alden Historical Society hosted a program on Old Time Radio Shows. Guest speaker Mr. Jerry Collins presented the program. Mr. Collins brought with him a sample of his collection of beloved memory inducing radio shows for all to enjoy.
New Councilwoman Appointed in Darien
Kathryn Phelps was appointed to the open Council seat at the March 2, 2011 Darien Town Board meeting. Councilwoman Linda Graber resigned the position in December 2010.
Benefit for Bella Grace Pellittieri
A Chinese Auction with over 200 baskets and raffles which include a condo in Hawaii for a week, a golf package to Myrtle Beach, a trip to New York City including air fare and a weekend package in Ellicottville, are all part of a benefit for Bella Grace Pellittieri. The event will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2011 from 2 to 7 pm at the Annunciation Church School Gym, 7580 Clinton Street, Elma.
Donations needed at Erie County Home
Doing your Spring Cleaning? Donate some of it to the Erie County Home! Currently we have a real need for items to be used as Bingo prizes: toiletries; make-up; room decorations; jewelry; Kleenex; individually pre-packaged food items.
Volunteer Opportunities at Erie County Home
The Erie County Home has volunteer opportunities available in several departments.
Alden Seniors
Wed., March 9th- Regular meeting. Mon., March 14- St. Patricks Party. Whistle Stop at noon, choice of ham or corned beef $13.00, call Nancy 937-9929 by March 7th. Tues., March 22- Executive meeting. Wed., March 23- Birthday meeting cake and ice cream.
Darien Republican Committee Seeking Candidates
The Darien Republican Committee is seeking candidates for positions on the Town Board. Positions open are Councilman and the Town Supervisor.
Important Notice To All Alden Residents and Businesses
For years the Alden Lions Club has been producing a local resident and business phone directory covering Alden and some of the surrounding communities. The updated listing information was obtained from other phone sources and cross referenced with existing information on hand in order to be as accurate as possible. Over the past several years however, there has been a large increase in the use of mobile, cable and satellite phones. As a result these numbers are not available in the standard directories and therefore are not acessible to us for our directory. The Alden Lions Club will be making a decision as to if we want to continue this directory with the limited information on hand or supplied to us or to just publish a local business directory. We know that many residents depend upon this directory and we want to continue to supply this information to you. Please help us in making a decision by filling out the information below and mailing it to the Alden Lions club PO Box 135, Alden, NY 14004 or send the information to the aldenlionsclub@rochester. rr.com.
Cub Scout Pack 160 Pinewood Derby
Town Line Cub Scout Pack 160 held its annual Pinewood Derby on February 28th at Town Line Church. This is a very exicting race for our boy's, they were required to build and race their uniquely designed, pinewood cars down a track. This year's race featured a wide assortment of body shapes, paint jobs, detailing and unique theme designs. This year’s winners were Brenden Gadd (Tiger Cubs), Ben Chowanic (Wolves), Joseph Hammer (Bears), Ed Hammer (Jr. Webelos) and Quin Keller (Sr. Webelos). After the den contests, the first-place winners competed for the pack championship. This years overall winner was awarded to Brenden Gadd, he was awarded a family pack to Holland Speedway! This year’s Pinewood Derby was a great success, due to the efforts of the scouts and their families.
Lunch and Hard Times Fashion Show
Girl Scouts will model Depression era jewelry, accessories and aprons fashioned by Joan Wellan. The event will take place on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 12:30 pm at the Society Museum 40 Clark St. (around the corner from the historic Opera House). Admission is $20 per person, reservation ONLY by March 17th. Please send check payable to Lancaster NY Historical Society 40 Clark St. Lancaster, NY 14086. For more information, please call 683-4679.
Benefit for Denise Schutt
Friends of Denise Schutt, Alden resident, are seeking donations to be used in May for a fundraiser. Items appreciated are merchandise, gift cards, gift baskets, food, or monetary donations. To donate or arrange for pickup call Sally at 435-1544 or Cheryl at 548-6543. Denise, a 42 year old mother of 5, recently underwent a total thyroidectomy due to Papillary Thyroid Cancer. She is now going through treatment.
CPR/AED Classes Offered
On Tuesday, March 29 at 7 pm a CPR/AED adult and child, plus CPR-infant course, will be offered at St. John’s school cafeteria. The course is certified by the American Red Cross. The fee is $20.00 payable at course night. Please contact Carl at 937 7433.
“Green Eggs and Ham” Breakfast
The Alden Christian Theatre Society (ACTS), 1470 Church Street in the village of Alden, will host its annual Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast on Saturday, March 26 beginning at 10 am. The Cat in the Hat will make an appearance. Reservations are required: please call 937-7770.
