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Chamber Corner The Chamber Annual Meeting will also include presentation of the 2015 Pam Lydic Coalition Builder Award to Dr. Susan McNamara, Assistant Professor of Management at Fredonia State University of New Kevin Sanvidge, the Administrative Director and York. She teaches Strategic Management, OrganizaChief Executive Officer with the County of Chaution Behavior and Entrepreneurship, and is also the tauqua Industrial Development Agency will be the adviser for the Fredonia Enactus team, which has keynote speaker for the Chautauqua county Chamber grown substantially to now include students in 19 difof Commerce Annual Meeting on Friday, December ferent majors.

11. The event will be held at noon at Moon Brook Chamber Board members and officers will be elected Country Club, Jamestown. for 2016. Nominees for the 2016 officer position are Sanvidge will talk about economic development in as follows: Chair, Curt Anderson, Small Business Chautauqua County. The CCIDA has been involved Development Center; Vice Chair, Brian Bugaj, Nestle in a variety of projects during his 18-month tenure.

Purina; Secretary, Neil Frederick, Bush Industries; Formerly with Cliffstar Corporation and Al Tech Treasurer, Ann Abdella, Chautauqua County Health Specialty Steel, Sanvidge was also a member of the Network; Immediate Past Chair, James Pullan, Jr., Boards of Directors of Lake Shore Savings Bank, Jamestown Mattress Company. Board members at ECR International, and the Chautauqua County large are: Virginia Horvath, State University of New Chamber of Commerce.

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nications; and new members, Matthew Churchill, Water Street Brass; and Emily Reynolds, Cornell Cooperative Extension. The Chair of each Community Chamber Board also serves on the Chautauqua County Chamber Board.

The Chamber Annual Meeting is sponsored by Cummins, Community Bank, DFT Communications, E. E. Austin & Son, Fredonia College Foundation, JAMA/UPMC Hamot, Jamestown Community College, OBSERVER, The Post-Journal, Star Media Group, and Univera Healthcare Southern Tier. The cost for lunch is $18 per person for members or $21 for non-members. To reserve your spaces, please call the Chamber at 366-6200 or 484-1101, or register online at www.chautauquachamber.org/events.

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November 27, 2015 George E. Bazzle – Ripley November 29, 2015 Thomas E. Matern – Gowanda November 30, 2015 Mary Jane Campese – Dunkirk Sidney E. Freeman – Westfield Joseph E. Jaszczak II – Dunkirk December 1, 2015 Bruce “Joe” White – Dunkirk Bruce R. Stonefoot – Sheridan Jane Forster – Fredonia Betty Jean Horn December 2, 2015 Leonard J. Truby – Angola Wendell D. Duck – Falconer December 3, 2015 Wallace L. “Wally”

Baker – Silver Creek Kenneth Tylock – Dunkirk Raymond S. Hyland – Gowanda Roderic V. Sweet – Falconer Sonia L. McGuay (Carris) – Jamestown Bruce B. Arisman – West Ellicott December 4, 2015 Joseph N. Lodico – Fredonia Kenneth R. Owen – Fredonia Larry J. Jackson – Jamestown James F. Utley Sr. – Mayville Diana C. "Donna" Cross – Kennedy December 5, 2015 Julio Rivera – Westfield Janice D. St. George – Fredonia December 6, 2015 Carolyn S. Wright – Fredonia John M. Cunningham – Westfield

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Gathering Of Eagle Scouts Announced Contributed Article Allegheny Highlands Council

The Allegheny Highlands Council is planning to recognize its 2015 Class of Eagle Scouts on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at Saint Bonaventure University in Allegany, New York.

The dinner includes the 43 young men who distinguished themselves by earning the prestigious award this year, their parents and Scoutmaster, and key council leadership.

The affair will be at 1 p.m. at Doyle Hall and an invitation is extended to anyone who is an Eagle Scout and would like to attend. Please call the Scout Service Center during normal business hours to RSVP, at 716.665.2697.

"It is important for us to recognize these young men collectively, and individually as the cream of our crop" said Curt Crandall, lead legislator in Allegany County, member of the organizing committee and an Eagle Scout himself. "This is a terrific event.

We are looking forward to our keynote speaker, Bill Heaney who is the Community Liaison For State Senator Kathy Young. Bill is an Eagle Scout himself, and a former educator, and has had a long and distinguished career in education and in the political realm. He is a terrific role model for this year's class of Eagle Scouts.

"This is also an opportunity for Eagle Scouts of all ages to assemble" said Tony Evans, also a member of the committee and Youth Director for Cattaraugus County, and proud father of two Eagle Scouts himself. "Consider this an open invitation to any Eagle Scout to join this 'Gathering of Eagles' and 'smell the smoke of the campfire' again. We'd love to have you.

Bill Heaney will be the guest speaker at the Allegheny Highlands Eagle Scout Dinner on Sunday, January 10 at Saint Bonaventure University. (Contributed Photo)

Please, all Eagle Scouts, join us to rekindle kindred memories."

The Allegheny Highlands Council serves over 4000 youth every year in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany counties in New York, and McKean and Potter counties in Pennsylvania, and operates Camp Merz in Mayville, New York, and Elk Lick Scout Reserve in Smethport, Pennsylvania. They are the largest youth serving agency in the Twin Tiers. To learn more about getting your son in the Scouts, call 716.665.2697 during normal business hours, or visit their website at www.alleghenyhighlands.org

‘Talk To Santa’ Returns For 25th Year For two nights, children and their families can tune in to watch Santa and Elf Holly take live phone calls from viewers who want to let Santa know what they Fredonia would like for Christmas. Area children simply need to dial 679-XMAS (9627) to talk to Santa live.

For the 25th year, the State University of New York at Fredonia’s Information DFT Communications will provide a special “Santa Claus Line” that organizers Technology Services department will collaborate with DFT Communications expect will receive more than 300 calls during the two-day program. and many community volunteers to donate their time and expertise and bring Children throughout the county will be able to tell Santa about their special “Talk to Santa” once again into the homes of local viewers. Santa and his assistant, Elf Holly, are assisted from their North Pole television studio by a local crew wishes this Christmas. These wishes are not always about toys. Sometimes it’s to of TV and phone elves to provide this special holiday program for area children. bring a soldier home safely or to wish that someone recovers from an illness.

Local area schools cooperate by encouraging first and second grade children to The TV show was the brainchild of the late Fredonia staffer Ron Warren, who began making plans for the show before his death in November 1991. This year’s write letters that may be read on the show as time permits.

25th anniversary show will be dedicated to the memory of Professor Emeritus The program originates from Thompson Hall on the Fredonia campus. “Talk to John Malcolm.

Santa” coordinator Colin Plaister joins Marcia Merrins, Steven Keefe, Andrea The live call-in show will be presented on Dec. 16 and 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Wasiura, Bob Scott, Brad Markham, Charley Mancuso, Chip Riewaldt, Debbie each evening. It will be shown on Time Warner Cable channels 5 and 17 in Broc- Ormsby, Denise Maze, Doug Johnson, Elizabeth Curtin-O’Brien, Gretchen Pelletter, Laura Sarek, Lisa Eikenburg, Lotte Morse, Steve O’Brien, T. John Mcton, Cassadaga, Fredonia, and Stockton, and on channel 19 in Dunkirk, Silver Cune, Tylor Cardone and Senior Advisor Tom Sullivan.

Creek, Forestville and Hanover. The show can also be viewed online at http:// www.ustream.tv/channel/talk-to-santa.

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Local Church Gears Up For Annual Christmas Production Contributed Article Family Church Fredonia

For years, Family Church Fredonia has presented a Christmas program for its attendees and guests to enjoy as they celebrate the Christmas season. On Dec. 11 and 12, the nondenominational ministry is once again setting the bar high as they host ‘A Christmas to Remember’ with traveling missionaries Kevin and Anne Durant.

“Christmas is a wonderful time of the year,” said the Rev. Michael Lokietek, Pastor of Family Church Fredonia. “People are often searching for fulfillment during the holidays, sometimes in gifts, sometimes in parties; but we believe we can offer them something special with this production.”

The Durants, a talented musical duo who have traveled nationally and internationally with high-caliber ministries and on their own, have arranged the show in a way to cater to those who may not be familiar with church. It’s an arrangement of songs, both traditional and original, that, combined with comedy and speaking, bring together a well-rounded production that has seen success everywhere they’ve gone.

This year’s theme, ‘A Christmas to Remember,’ focuses on the nostalgia of opening presents around the tree, warmly-remembered holiday traditions, and bringing light to what is important during the Christmas season. Folks who may have attended last year’s production will be pleased to find some of their favorite parts are still included, with a splash of new and exciting changes.

There is no cost to attend the show, which is being held both Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11 and 12 at 7pm at Family Church, 45 Lakeview Avenue in Fredonia. No registration is required, and the church will have special parking available for guests and senior citizens, and after each night there will be cookies and refreshments served. Come by yourself or bring the whole family and join Family Church Fredonia in celebrating ‘A Christmas to Remember.’

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The Weekly Word TUNE UP YOUR SPIRIT!

Rev. Timothy Stahlman Family Church Jamestown fcjamestown.org

It's amazing how recognizable the voice of the flesh is. Not only do we know the flavor of ice cream we are craving,

but we can distinguish which brand fits the fancy of our flesh. A waitress can ask us what soda we prefer or what salad dressing suits our taste and we can tell them within a moment.

We know what favorite TV shows we prefer to watch and can instantly decide what toppings we want on our pizza.

But when asked if our lifestyle is pleasing to God, we stammer for words. Ask a person what God's preference is for your habits and they don't know what to say.

Ask a person who God prefers for your friendships or where to live or where to work or where to go to church. People are clueless. Imagine

if people were as proficient in spiritual things as they are in natural things. It should be as easy to discern God's will in our lives as it is deciding what we would like for lunch.

People have practiced their whole life listening and obeying the voice of their flesh and they never learned to understand the voice of God in their spirit. This is why there are so many people who think nothing of skipping church.

This is why there are so many Christians who think nothing of getting drunk. This is why many believers think it's acceptable to have premarital sex. They never listened for God's voice

in their heart; they only followed their flesh. This is the difference between being "religious" and truly being spiritual.

Religious people seek to ease their conscience with rituals. Spiritual people seek to please God. People need to understand they are a spiritual being before they are a physical being.

When you live a life that pleases only the flesh it means you are living a life that never pleases your spirit. Your spirit is hungry to know God. Your heart desires to be in fellowship with your Maker and Father through Jesus Christ.

Your spirit was made for the purpose of pleasing

Him. And when you please the flesh your spirit is antagonized. Galatians 5:24 is our spiritual tune up. It says, "And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts." The Bible says to crucify the flesh. Looking at the lives of modern Christians you would think that it said to "pacify" the flesh. You would think that it says to "satisfy" the flesh. No! It says crucify! Christians are making peace with the very substance that the Bible says to wage war against: The flesh.

Believers are satisfying the one thing that was to remain unsatisfied in Christ: The flesh.

1 Corinthians 9:27 tells us to "bring the body under subjection" so we don't appear to be counterfeit to the lost world around us. When a person lives to please their flesh they will lose out on the greatest honor that God bestows upon His people: The ability to influence lives into the Kingdom of God. If you have never won a soul to Christ, check up on what your flesh has been doing.

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CHAMBER CORNER, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Many in our region believe in the great potential of Chautauqua County, it is helpful to have professionals from outside the area visit with us and share their expertise and offer us a glimpse at what the future could hold. The new downtown Jamestown urban design plan by AECOM Design & Planning is just such an example. We have been watching with excitement and interest in recent years as plans fall into place for the National Comedy Center. Now, this new report offers a strategic look at other growth that can boost not only Jamestown, but all of Chautauqua County.

While it is focused on the tourism growth potential in Jamestown, this report is careful to note that there are numerous assets in Chautauqua County including Chautauqua Institution, our Lake Erie wine region, and much more, that all stand to benefit from increased tourism and related business. Projects that build up one area of our county will serve the entire region in ways that we have yet to discover.

It is refreshing to have a new set of eyes look at what we currently have and demonstrate in a tangible way that there are opportunities for growth and investment. The AECOM report is careful to note that Downtown Jamestown “cannot rely on growth from new demand generated by employment or population growth.” But it also points out that the city can be developed into a destination, featuring a “critical mass of complementary activities that draws existing resident and tourist spending downtown.”

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AECOM points out that there are exceptional spots available for additional retail, restaurant, and housing developments in Jamestown. Existing buildings can be repurposed to capitalize on the historic nature of our brick structures. At the same time, continued development of the Riverwalk Park system with a focus on creating additional events along the water, will add to the vitality of the community.

We are encouraged not only by the report, but by the sheer numbers of people who turned out to learn more about it. With 180 people on hand for a public meeting at the Robert H. Jackson Center, and more than 60 at a separate developers meeting at the Jamestown Renaissance Center, attendance exceeded expectations. Thank you to the Gebbie Foundation, the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, the National Comedy Center, and the City of Jamestown, for driving the development of the report and bringing it forth to the community.

We view this strategic report with optimism and are excited about both the potential and creativity outlined for the Downtown Jamestown corridor and the opportunity for spill over economic impact for the entire County. Enhancing both the city and the entire county as a tourist destination is a worthy goal. The potential is all here. We look forward to working with both existing and new businesses that seek to be a part of the Downtown Jamestown growth in the next few years.To read the full report visit www.james-

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Chamber Gift Checks Make Great Gifts Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop-Tauqua! Small Business Saturday has come and gone again, yet the Chamber continues to promote shopping locally during this holiday season. When you buy merchandise that is locally made or sold by local businesses, you are supporting our economy right here in Chautauqua County.

One easy and convenient way to support local businesses is to give Shop-Tauqua Chamber Gift Checks to your family, friends, co-workers, and employees this season. Chamber Gift Checks can be used just like cash at over 80 local businesses for everything from groceries to hardware, to dining in local restaurants. Call the Chamber to order your checks or to learn more: 366-6200 or 484-1101.

Hanover Chamber Attitude Adjustment Mixer The Hanover Community Chamber of Commerce invites all business owners and managers to an Attitude Adjustment Mixer at Merritt Winery on Tuesday, December 8 from 6-8pm. Light snacks and a free wine tasting will be available while you socialize with your business neighbors. Wine cocktails will be available for purchase. Bring a non-Chamber member and both of your names will be put into a drawing to win a wine gift basket!

Operation Kidsafe Southern Tier Child Safety Week Dec. 14-19, 2015 Contributed Article Shults Auto Group

Operation Kidsafe and Shults Auto Group have teamed up for this Free Child Safety Week Event happening at 6 locations in the Southern Tier.

Operation Kidsafe is Free and private for families. Parents take home the only record of the visit….(a Bio Document) containing digital fingerprints, photo and safety information. The form is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Safety tips to start a family safety action plan are also included.

Operation Kidsafe founder Mark Bott has been on a 14 year mission to get parents to start a family safety action plan. Bott worked on safety programs for many years with John Walsh “Host of America’s Most Wanted” and was an extremely important leader for the Amber Alert and other child safety laws and initiatives.

Shults Auto Group is leading the way by providing their locations, employees and marketing efforts to safe guard as many area children as possible.

Operation Kidsafe has served over One million families in North America. Parents anywhere in the Southern Tier region can take advantage of this free and potentially lifesaving program during Safety Week.

The Event is free for every family. No special information is needed, as there is no data basing. Parents take home the only record of the visit.

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Dunkirk Cinemas 10520 Bennett Rd., Dunkirk, NY 14048 (716)-366-5159 Creed PG-13 4:00pm 7:00pm 10:00pm 11:59pm In the Heart of the Sea PG-13 7:00pm 11:59pm In the Heart of the Sea 3D PG-13 4:15pm 9:45pm Krampus PG-13 4:50pm 7:15pm 9:30pm 11:50pm Love the Coopers PG-13 7:05pm Spectre PG-13 7:05pm 10:10pm The Good Dinosaur PG 6:55pm 11:35pm The Good Dinosaur 3D PG 4:35pm 9:15pm The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2 PG-13 4:15pm 7:15pm 10:15pm The Martian PG-13 8:40pm 11:40pm The Night Before R 4:45pm 9:25pm 11:45pm The Peanuts Movie G 4:20pm 6:30pm Victor Frankenstein PG-13 4:40pm

Dipson Lakewood Cinema 8 171-3 Fairmount Ave. W, Lakewood (716)-763-3531 Creed PG-13 12:45pm 3:40pm 6:40pm 9:30pm In the Heart of the Sea PG-13 3:45pm 9:30pm In the Heart of the Sea 3D PG-13 12:40pm 6:45pm Krampus PG-13 12:50pm 3:00pm 5:15pm 7:30pm 9:40pm

Chautauqua Mall Cinema I & II 500 Chau Mall, Lakewood, NY 14750 (716)-763-1888 The Good Dinosaur PG 11:00am 1:30pm 4:00pm 6:40pm 9:00pm The Night Before R 11:15am 1:40pm 4:05pm 6:50pm 9:15pm

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ON THE schedule

Christmas in Ripley/Craft Fair and Chicken BBQ Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 7:30am – 7:30pm

Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 9am – 5pm Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market 6017 Sherman-Westfield Rd. Westfield NY 14787 716.326.6278

Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

12 Days of Holiday Santa is Coming by Train! "Cheers!: for our Children Saturday, December 12, 2015 | in need 11am – 3pm Jamestown Erie Gateway Train Station 211-217 West Second Street Jamestown, NY 14701 716-483-3041

Fredonia Winter Farmers Market "Die Zauberflöte" - Live Saturday, December 12, 2015 | from the Met Opera 9am – 1pm Downtown Fredonia Church Street Fredonia, NY 14063 716.785.9558

"Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" Holiday Exhibit Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 10am – 4pm Fenton History Center 67 Washington St. Jamestown NY 14701 716.664.6256

Little Explorers Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 10am – 12pm Audubon Nature Center 1600 Riverside Road Jamestown NY 14701 716.569.2345

Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown 18 E. Second St. Jamestown NY 14701 716. 483.1095

Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 1pm 1891 Fredonia Opera House 9 Church St. Fredonia NY 14063 716.679.1891

Sunday, December 13, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

Another Night Before Christmas Sunday, December 13, 2015 | 2pm Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown 18 E. Second St. Jamestown NY 14701 716. 483.1095

Winter Lights at Audubon 12 Days of Holiday Saturday, December 12, 2015 | "Cheers!: for our Children 5:30 – 8:30pm in need Audubon Nature Center 1600 Riverside Road Jamestown NY 14701 716.569.2345

Holiday Candlelight Tours Saturday, December 12, 2015 | 5:45 – 8:15pm Fenton History Center 67 Washington St Jamestown, NY 14701 716.664.6256

Another Night Before 12 Days of Holiday Christmas "Cheers!: for our Children Saturday, December 12, 2015 | in need 7:30pm

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Tuesday, December 15, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

Thursday, December 17, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

Friday, December 18, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

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Complimentary Tasting of Champagne Complimentary Tasting of Champagne Winter Lights at Audubon Friday, December 18, 2015 | 5:30 – 8:30pm & Shrimp & Shrimp Tuesday, December 15, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

12 Days of Holiday "Cheers!: for our Children in need Wednesday, December 16, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

Thursday, December 17, 2015 | 11am – 6pm Woodbury Winery & Vineyards 3215 South Roberts Rd Fredonia, NY 14063 866.691.9463

Winter Lights at Audubon Thursday, December 17, 2015 | 5:30 – 8:30pm Audubon Nature Center 1600 Riverside Road Jamestown NY 14701 716.569.2345

Audubon Nature Center 1600 Riverside Road Jamestown NY 14701 716.569.2345

DJ Skates Friday, December 18, 2015 | 7:30 – 9:30pm Jamestown Savings Bank Arena 319 W. Third St. Jamestown NY 14701 716.484.2624

Drones And Music To Enliven Winter Lights At The Nature Center Contributed Article Shults Auto Group

As if 10,000 LED lights and 14 lasers weren’t enough, Winter Lights at the Nature Center is adding live music every night as well as drone photography.

On two of the eight nights of the show, Justin Hanft and his Dream It Do It WNY (DIDIWNY) drone will capture photos and video of the incredible lighting display.

Outside you can literally play with the lights, and on Friday, December 11, and Thursday, December 17, you can watch Dream It Do It’s DJI Inspire 1 Drone do its amazing work. Then come indoors to learn about the technology and engineering of the lights as well as DIDIWNY’s information on manufacturing careers and up and coming technologies in the field of manufacturing.

Dream It Do It is a Western New York nonprofit whose mission is to increase the skilled workforce pipeline entering careers in advanced manufacturing. DIDIWNY accomplishes this mission by attracting students, through fun and exciting Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) based activities. DIDIWNY also coordinates the annual STEM Wars & Manufacturing Career Fair, a regional competition for local school districts at Jamestown Community College in March.

Winter Lights at the Nature Center will be 5:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays-Saturdays, December 10-12 and 17-19, and Saturday and Sunday, December 26 and 27.

Justin Hanft and his very high tech Dream It Do It quad-copter will be taking pictures and video of the amazing light display during two evenings of Winter Lights at the Nature Center. Scouts and other youth can increase their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) knowledge and earn a Winter Lights patch. In addition, music will be live indoors every evening of the three-weekends event.

A full line-up of live music will be served along with the hot chocolate and snacks for sale inside. On the schedule are: CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2015

The Gift Everyone Is After than receive. Don’t worry, I’m not about to hit you with one of those “You need to give more” messages, because to me how much you give pales in comparison to WHAT you give.

Every year I find myself wondering what the PERFECT gift will be for the loved ones in my life. Inevitably, I’m the guy standing in the middle of the mall with a perplexed look on his face, indicating I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I decided to go

By Brad Jarrett shopping.

But nonetheless, I’ve Contributing Writer come to learn what the greatest gift is. Believe it or not, it’s the It is officially the season of giv- same thing every year. Myself. ing, and with all the great gifts And the same goes for you; the greatest gift you’ll ever give is being tossed around, maybe yourself. What’s that mean? It you’ll be lucky enough to get means you are being the ONE a new piece of exercise equipment… I know, it’s EXACTLY you were created to be, to do the WHAT you were created what you want. But seriously, to do. And we were created to we all know it’s better to give encourage others. To SERVE

them. To LOVE them. You have been given unique talents; our tendency is to hide them, which is unfortunate because they can be used to bless the lives of others. Amazingly, as we give our gifts away not only do others benefit; we do! It is hard to find a more fulfilling feeling than using a talent you’ve been given to help another person. We call it love.

Giving away love requires sacrifice because it demands time, which is hard to let go of. We have responsibilities, deadlines, and constraints, but freedom comes from the realization time GIVEN is better than time SPENT. Do you see the difference? Time spent is a duty; time given is a gift.

Once time is spent, it’s gone, just like the money you used to buy that awesome Christmas outfit. On the other hand, time GIVEN comes back tenfold,

because what you give, you also receive. Money fades, cars rust, toys break, but time spent WELL never decays. It leads to bonding, which leads to relationship, which leads to family, which leads to LOVE. Time given builds up. Time spent wears down.

Giving opens up the opportunity to share, and the best thing to share is love. For if you give ALL your time to family, but don’t do it out of love; it’s worthless. In fact, if you give everything you have, but don’t do it out of love; it means nothing (1 Cor. 13:3).

So give yourself away; share your love. For FREE! Meaning you ask for nothing in return.

But get ready when you do, because I promise this will be the gift people ask for every year…

Oh, and if you’re wondering where the information about

exercise is, you just read it.

No exercise will benefit your health as much as giving time, and sharing love. Period. So there is your workout routine for the week; give it a shot.

Fitness Will Be Greater.

Manage Holiday Stress occur such as IBS, colitis, Crohn’s disease; flare-ups of MS, lupus, arthritis and other auto-immune diseases can happen; back pain, muscle spasms, chest pain, heart attack, anxiety, depression and insomnia can all result due to stress - you name it, stress causes illness.

And so do the holidays for many of us. We try to make it perfect like we remember. We try to please everyone and fit in

By Tonja Dodd all the social activities and buy Contributing Writer the perfect gifts. We want the perfect meal and goodies for Stress is real. It is proven to af- all. We put pressure on ourfect health. When under stress, selves, family and friends and often become sick because of it. your body produces a steroid called cortisol and cortisol sup- What can we do? I truly enjoy presses an enzyme that protects the holidays but yes, it can be cells. When this cell protectstressful too. Just like anything ing enzyme (telomerase) isn’t else, plan ahead and prioritize. present, over time, you become Maybe that cobweb in the corsick. Ailments like psoriasis, ner of the laundry room won’t shingles, colds, flu, headaches; ruin the ham dinner. Perhaps digestive issues flare-ups can the non-matching bow on Aunt

Millie’s gift isn’t the end of the world. Not to be trite but do remember your priorities. And for most, that is simply quality time with family and friends.

Her are some tips to make this time of year less stressful.

Get your travel plans in early - book flights, pack, winterize your vehicle - whatever you can, do it weeks ahead of time so it doesn’t stress you the day you travel.

Don’t be afraid to assign tasks to other friends and family members. They may not know where to start or how to help, and they can say no if they don’t have time or cannot perform it. And you can say “No” too. Practice in front of the mirror. Come up with a brief explanation - sorry, I have other plans and cannot [come} or [help] at this time.

Create a project plan and a budget - if you’re not that so-

phisticated, at least create list(s) and note important events on a calendar - being organized helps alleviate anxiety - your stress level goes down when there is a method to the madness. If you work a lot and have the resources, pay someone to do some of your holiday chores like cooking and cleaning. Pick one thing you love to do like the tree trimming, or cookie baking and hire someone else to do the rest like cleaning, gift wrapping, baking, cooking - whatever it is but again, plan ahead. If it is not possible to hire out then again, budget and prioritize so you purchase and get done what you must get done, and other gifts/ specialty items and tasks are “gravy”.

Remember to take time for yourself. Take a bath or long, hot shower. Go for a walk regularly. Exercise decreases stress hormones! Eating hoards

of chocolate (and other holiday indulgences) will likely add to your stress so be mindful of what you eat and drink. Listen to music. Mark your calendar for special time for you and your spouse; you and each one of your children or dear friends and remember those people most important to you.

Practice meditation. Or pray.

Attend a worship/religious service to escape your home or work for a moment. Go out in nature. Turn off the radio, TV, computer, your phone and social media - take a moment to decompress and forget about the world problems. Even 10 minutes a day can help. Your health will thank you.

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WCA Foundation Host Yoga Classes To Support Mental Health Comfort Rooms Contributed Article WCA Foundation

The WCA Foundation is preparing for a Yoga series on December 10 and 15 at noon in the WCA Hospital Auditorium, 207 Foote Ave., Jamestown, that allows individuals to learn breathing techniques that will relax muscles and organs, calm the nervous system, and center the mind. The public is invited to attend the Yoga classes, led by certified Yoga instructor Carrie Harvey. The proceeds from the classes will fund mental health illness through The Kellie Anne Murphy Memorial Fund to support the Inpatient Mental Health Comfort Rooms at WCA Hospital. The comfort rooms are a safe-haven for patients struggling from mental health illness.

The cost of the tickets is $12.00 for one Yoga class or $20 for two Yoga classes. To purchase your ticket, contact Megan D’Angelo, WCA Director of Development, at (716) 664-8423. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on the day the classes are held.

“Mental illness is more common than cancer, diabetes or heart disease,” says Patricia A. McClennan, MA, NCC, CASAC, WCA Hospital Mental Health Manager, said. “According to the World Health Organization, 25% of individuals develop one or more mental disorders at some stage in life. Spending time doing something you love doing such as Yoga, reading, or listening to your favorite music, reduces stress, tension, and anxiety in our everyday lives. We want to encourage our community to step out for a moment from the daily routine of their lives and join us to experience and learn how Yoga techniques can help to temper our anxiety and release our daily physical tension.”

Funds from the event support the Comfort Room at WCA Hospital which was founded by the Murphy Family whose desire was to create a safe-haven for patients who struggle from mental health disorders. The following is the Murphy family’s story: Family Turns Tragedy into Gratitude: In the fall of 2007, at the age of 33, Kellie Anne Murphy moved to Jamestown, New York to begin a new chapter in her life. After struggling with behavioral issues, which began in her late teens, Kellie was diagnosed with bipolar and borderline personality disorders in her early twenties.

Tragically, Kellie took her own life in the spring of 2008. In the days following Kellie’s death, her family resolved that Kellie’s life would be honored and remembered in a positive and affirming manner. Her mother, Jane, knew that she wanted that tribute to somehow make a lasting difference in the lives of other mental health patients.

As Jane considered all those who had cared for and treated Kellie’s mental illness over the years, she determined there was no else who had demonstrated more concern for Kellie’s well being than WCA Hospital. Because of the impact that WCA had on Kellie’s life, Jane decided that all gifts donated in Kellie’s memory would support future patients served by the hospital.

Jane contacted Patricia McClennan, Manager of WCA’s Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit, because she knew Trish and Kellie had shared a special bond. Jane explained her goals and they discussed options for how to best utilize the gifts received in memory of her daughter. After careful consideration, Jane and Trish agreed upon a plan that would have a significant future impact on patients. Jane was guided throughout this process by remembering comments Kellie had made about her own treatment. Her wish was that there would have been a “quiet and peaceful” place on the Unit – a place where she could think.

A comfort room is a designated space that is designed in a way that is calming to the senses and where the user can experience visual, auditory, olfactory, and

Members of the Kellie Anne Murphy Family from left, Craig, Elizabeth, Jane and Kathleen, gather inside the Comfort Room within WCA Hospital’s Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit at Jones Memorial Health Center. The custom-made chalkboard was painted by local artist David Miller and is a tool which enables patients to creatively express themselves through art. WCA Foundation will host Yoga classes at WCA Hospital Auditorium December 10 and 15 to support the Comfort Rooms at WCA. (Submitted photograph)

tactile stimuli. A comfort room is furnished with items that are physically comfortable and pleasing to the senses in order to provide a sanctuary from stress.

The Comfort Rooms of WCA Hospital, located in the Adult and Adolescent Mental Health Unit at Jones Memorial Health Center, are used as a refuge for patients to teach individuals calming techniques that decrease agitation and aggressive behavior. The goal is to develop practical skills that can be used in inpatient settings and upon discharge from care. The room features a series of unique sensory experiences that calm patients and enable them to better communicate and interact with others including, yoga mats, stereo with ipod access, rocking chair, recliner, squishy balls, floor puzzles, lego sets for wall, mural on walls, lowlighting, books, hand lotion, art supplies, tactile wall art (3D).

“What better way to support those suffering from mental health than with Yoga,” stated Megan D’Angelo, WCA Director of Development. “We wanted to come up with a way to get the community’s involvement in a way that they understood what the room would be used for, and that is similar to that of Yoga with techniques used on how to calm the nervous system and center the mind.”

If you are interested in contributing to the Kellie Anne Murphy Memorial Fund, please send your tax-deductible contribution to: W.C.A. Foundation, P.O. Box 214, Jamestown, NY 14702-0214.

If you are interested in creating an endowed fund or making a tax-deductible gift to support a current need at WCA Hospital, please contact Megan D’Angelo, WCA Director of Development, at (716) 664-8423 or visit www.wcahospital.org.

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Westfield Hospital Foundation Suggests Special Holiday Gifts

In Honor of 40th Anniversary for J.B. & Linda Dunn from Bill Clark, Helen Baron (Baron Vineyards) Westfield Hospital Foundation In Honor of John Paul Wolfe from Dr. and Mrs. Jacob Palomoki The end-of-the-year holidays often set off a few question marks about gifts: What In Memory of Larry Johnston from Bruce Johnson, Michael & Betty Barnes, Arthur & Margaret Betts, Wallace & Coleen Howser, Earl & Lillian Saunders, shall I get for grandma? What do you suppose Uncle John would like? He’s 73 David & Beverly Cory, Tracy & Linda Bennett, Peter, Mark & Christine Fielding, years old, and I don’t know what would make him smile. He certainly doesn’t William & Gail Locke, Jeff & Julie Luce, Bonnie Stratton, Mr. & Mrs. Roy Korn, need anything. And, how about our cousin who lives 423 miles from us, and we Judith A. Nash, Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Ficarro, Gloria McCormick, Tina Fremier, haven’t seen in ages but always exchange greetings?

Priscilla Robinson, Debbie & Dave Munson, Nancy Johnston, Lyston & Marilyn The Westfield Memorial Hospital Foundation has just the right answer: Send a Knappenberger, James & Lynn Mele, Sydne Williams, Jack & Susanne Gambino, donation for that person - a donation really is an honor.

Winnie Raynor, Donald Swingle Then there are those who passed away this year, and you want them remembered In Memory of Pershing Griffith from Sandy Brown, Helen Baran (Baran Vinefor everything they have contributed to society during their lifetime. The Founda- yards) tion is the answer for this, too.

In Memory of Ron Powers from Westfield Memorial Hospital Auxiliary A major source of fund-raising for Westfield Memorial Hospital, the foundation In Memory of Nick Alonge from Elna Meleen, Vincent & Charlotte Calarco, provides financial support and works with the hospital for the delivery of high Ralph & Janice Wilson quality health care to the residents of the Chautauqua Region.

In Memory of Mary Lou Orlando from David & Judy MacKowiak Specifically, the foundation practices philanthropy, which means it provides medical, scientific and charitable purposes in order to promote the public welfare In Memory of Class ’55 from Chr. Emerson & Sandea Chandler through the Foundation’s operational and financial support of the hospital.

In Memory of Walmart Volunteers from Walmart Foundation Should you wish to honor or remember a person – or persons – for their accomIn Memory of John Rawlinson from Wendy Cullen, Melanie Dowsing, Dr. David plishments, particularly during this time of the year, all you need to do is send & Sandra Brown, Carol Griffith, Joan Caruso, Sidney & Karen Hoyt, Helen their full name(s), your name and address and a check or credit card with all Baran, Peter & Carolyn Bills, Bill Clark, Susan Hammond & James Wakeman, required information to WMH Foundation, 189 East Main Street, Westfield, NY Peter & Joan Kunow, Judith A. Nash, Lorna Penny, Alyce & Vernon Peterson, 14787. For further information, call 716/793-2338; or email pdipalma@svhs.org. Brenda Van Vlack, Geo. & Tracy Riedesel, Cecil & Diane McClellan, Westfield/ Honors and Memorials Mayville Rotary Club Contributed Article

DRONES AND MUSIC TO ENLIVEN WINTER LIGHTS AT THE NATURE CENTER, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 •Thursday, December 10: Ryan Kinal and trails are open dawn to dusk daily.

•Friday, December 11: TBD To learn more, call (716) 569-2345 or visit www.jamestownaudubon.org.

•Saturday, December 12: Smackdab •Thursday, December 17: Ryan Kinal •Friday, December 18: Elektra Kings Confidential Outpatient •Saturday, December 19: Band of Peace Mental Health & Drug Addiction/ •Saturday, December 26: Joel Forsgren and Rose Segel Chemical Dependency Services •Sunday, December 27: Davis & Eng Spanish Language Programming Available The show is sponsored by Northwest Saving Bank, whose generous donation has Daytime & Evening Appointments helped provide new and improved areas at Winter Lights this year.

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(716) 363-0018 The Audubon Nature Center is at 1600 Riverside Road, one-quarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, New York, and Warren, Pennsylvania. New winter hours for the building and Blue Heron Gift Shop are Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-1 You’re not alone . . . call us today. p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Sunday 1-4:30 p.m. Bald eagle viewing

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St. Columban’s On The Lake Shares A 45-Year Christmas Tradition With The Community Contributed Article St.Columban's on the Lake

St. Columban’s on the Lake Retirement Home in Silver Creek, NY is hosting tours of their extensive Christmas displays on December 19 from 2:00 to 4:00pm.

Decorations include a Thomas Kinkaid Christmas village, more than 30 Christmas trees and numerous nativity sets. Preparations required 30 volunteers and more than 200 hours of work encompassing two floors of the home.

“There is so much beauty in the Christmas season,” said Sister Corona Colleary, administrator of the home. “We’d like to offer the community an opportunity to relax and join us in our own lovely celebration.”

The home is located at 2546 Lake Road in Silver Creek.

About St. Columban’s on the Lake St. Columban’s on the Lake Retirement Home is celebrating its 45th anniversary of service to the Western New York community. A mission of the Columban Sisters in the United States, the home provides care and assistive services to the elderly men and women of the local and surrounding communities. Learn more about the home at StColumbansHome.org.

Lake Erie Wine Country To Host Holiday Week At The Wineries, Announces 2016 Event Dates Contributed Article Lake Erie Wine Country

Lake Erie Wine Country will hold their annual Holiday Week at the Wineries event at seventeen of the region’s twenty-four member wineries, December 26 31. This is a free event! No tickets or reservations are required. Participating wineries will provide holiday guests with a variety of specials, discounts, refreshments and holiday cheers!

“Each winery in our region is unique,” explains Julie Ellis, Executive Director of Lake Erie Wine Country. “They each put their own special twist on the holiday season and go all out to welcome visitors throughout the week. This is a great opportunity for locals to entertain out-of-town guests or gather friends to enjoy the wineries and their gift shops all decked-out in holiday splendor!”

Lake Erie Wine Country is the region’s “wine trail,” beginning in Harborcreek, PA and extending approximately 50 miles to Silver Creek, New York. Twentythree of the wineries are open year-round for tasting and shopping. Information on Holiday Week at the Wineries, including a list of the specials each winery will feature, can be found at www.lakeeriewinecountry.org/events.

The winery organization also announces their special events schedule for 2016, beginning with “Bare the Barrels,” January 15-18. This is also a non-ticketed, free promotion where visitors can enjoy wine specials at each of the participating wineries. A list of specials by winery will be posted on the Bare the Barrels event page at www.lakeeriewinecountry.org.

During Bare the Barrels, Lake Erie Wine Country is hosting “FROZEN” Lake Erie Wine Country’s Winter Celebration of Ice and Specialty Wines! The event will feature regional ice wines, sparkling wines, ports and other specialty wines

from 12 of the trail’s 24 wineries. It will take place on Saturday, January 16th, 2016 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Grape Discovery Center, 8305 West Main Road, Westfield, New York 14787.

Admission includes 12 wine samples, hot appetizers, live entertainment, a commemorative ice wine tasting glass and a pass for $2.00 off wine or wine tasting at each of Lake Erie Wine Country’s wineries. Tickets for this event are on sale at www.lakeeriewinecountry.org.

This is also where you can purchase tickets for the very popular Wine & Chocolate Weekend, February 12-14. Sponsored by Pulakos Chocolates in Erie, Pennsylvania, the weekend features wine and food sample pairings at each winery, a wine glass, a gift of Pulakos Chocolates, a recipe booklet, $5 voucher for wine purchase and wine tastings! Ticket holders plan their own itinerary, enjoying each winery at their leisure on Friday, February 14 from noon-5 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday, February 15 and 16, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. One ticket is good for all three days. This is a self-guided event; transportation is not provided. Tickets are limited and are usually sold-out.

Ellis explains that the Lake Erie Wine Country website offers “one stop shopping” for wine events in the Lake Erie Region. “We list all trail-wide events, many regional wine festivals, and all of the individual winery events on our website at lakeeriewinecountry.org. This allows people to check one website in order to find great events all year long throughout our wine region. That’s also where visitors can find great lodging, dining, transportation and entertainment options.”

Other 2016 trail-wide special events include: Wine & Cheese Weekend, sponsored by Yancey’s Fancy: April 22-24 Harvest Celebration Weekends: November 4-6 or November 11-13

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Holiday Shopping On The Roycroft Campus

Contributed Article Roycroft

This holiday season make sure to visit the Roycroft Campus, a National Historic Landmark in the heart of small town East Aurora, New York where you will find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Located in a historic Campus building, The Copper Shop Gallery features over 100 local, national and international artist’s hand-crafted work such as pottery, jewelry, stained glass, leather, and furniture. A popular holiday gift is Aurora Silversmith, Al Sleeper’s 2015 Collectible Snowflake Necklace. This is a limited edition piece and is available while supplies last. The Gallery also offers a variety of unique gift items, stationery, glassware, holiday ornaments and seasonal home décor.

The Copper Shop Gallery is open year round, seven days a week from 10am - 5pm, but will be closing on Christmas Eve at 2pm and will not be open on Christmas Day. For more information call (716) 655-0261 or visit our website at: www.roycroftcampuscorp.com.

How To Make Tech Gifts More Meaningful Contributed Article Statepoint

Technology gifts continue to dominate holiday wish lists. Before purchasing the latest gadget, remember that one size doesn’t fit all. Just as you wouldn’t buy the same sweater for everyone, different recipients have different needs when it comes to tech gifts.

This season, consider technology gifts that can improve your loved ones’ daily lives by matching devices to their personal interests. Here are some ideas for thoughtful holiday tech gifts for everyone on your list.

The Go-Getter Purchasing a gift for a busy parent, a world traveler or a social butterfly? Wearable technology will definitely be at the top of their lists this season.

Fitness fanatics will love souped-up Bluetooth headsets and activity trackers; while on-the-go moms will be grateful for the ease a smart watch provides them.

Do your homework to ensure whichever gift you pick is compatible with the recipient’s existing technology. If your loved one is an Apple fanatic, you don’t want to get an Android smartwatch.

Add extra personalization by taking into account product design. For example, several jewelry designers have introduced necklaces and bracelets that cleverly house sports activity trackers inside the accessory.

The Home Office Worker Entrepreneurism is on the rise and that means home offices are becoming a staple. The key to working from home is staying organized, maximizing space and minimizing clutter. Many entrepreneurs and telecommuters don’t realize that their phones can actually help them streamline their home office experience. These days, you can link your mobile phone calls to your home phone to maximize efficiency. For example, with the Panasonic KX-TGF382M Link2Cell Digital Phone, you can link up to two smartphones to make and receive calls, as well as receive talking ID alerts so you never miss texts.

Added benefit? This product helps increase efficiency. A downloadable Android App provides alerts when the linked cell phone receives emails and social media updates. A busy entrepreneur can block up to 250 unwanted numbers with the touch of one button, cutting down on time-sapping conversations. Additionally,

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a powerful battery backup system will keep the phone connected for up to seven hours even if the power goes out. More information is available at www.amazon. com.

The Entertainer Gift lists always include a friend or family member that loves to entertain guests.

Home chefs who like to throw dinner parties will surely appreciate a wireless Bluetooth cooking thermometer that syncs with a smartphone to alert them when their main dish is done, or a digital measuring cup, that enables cooks to precisely measure liquids and easily convert measurement units.

Wine aficionados can also go high tech this season. New gifts include sonic decanters, smart chillers, and even special devices that allow you to pour wine without uncorking it to preserve freshness.

This holiday season don’t just go high-tech with your gifts, go highly-personalized too.

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The Classic (and best!) Sugar Cookie

By Katy Wise Contributing Writer

It's holiday time, and with the holidays comes baking. In the past week I have spent more time in the kitchen making, baking and decorating Christmas cookies than I ever have before in my life.

This whole kitchen island thing has completely changed my life when it comes to baking. Revolutionary.

My husband jokes around with me about this often, but really if you have a nice big kitchen that's perfect for baking, do not take it for granted!

On to the point.

I had debated sharing this recipe for sometime now, as it is one of the very best recipes I have ever encountered. It's one of those that would typically be a 'secret recipe' that you keep to yourself.

Except I don't do that. I am a firm believer in recipe sharing, and like I've said before, good recipes are like Jesus and need to be shared with the world.

And what better time than Christmas? So consider this my Christmas present to you.

Lastly, if at all possible, include some family help in your baking. Both my sons love helping me bake. Especially Christmas cookies.

We like to turn on our favorite Christmas songs and dance around the kitchen while we bake. Although they really just dance and taste test while mommy does all the work. Which is fine by me.

Hoping that you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! Happy Baking, and a very Merry Christmas to you from HBK! Melt-in-your-mouth Sugar Cookies 1 C. Butter, softened 1 C. Shortening 4 C. Sugar 2 tsp. Baking soda 2 tsp. Cream of tartar 1/4 tsp. Salt 6 Egg Yolks 1 tsp. Vanilla 3 1/2 C. Flour Colored sugar (sugar sprinkles) If you're wondering why the ingredients call for such large quantities of ingredients, it's because this is actually a double batch of the original recipe.

This recipe will yield about 100 cookies, depending on size. Perfect for Holiday baking!

The original recipe is from a limited edition Better Homes and Gardens special edition Christmas cookie magazine that I bought when my husband and I were newlyweds six years ago.

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Parchment paper makes for the easiest and by far, the most evenly baked cookies.

If you have not used it before, I insist that you give it a try.

In a large bowl, beat butter until smooth, then add in shortening. Beat until well combined.

Add sugar, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt. Beat well and scrape sides of bowl to ensure that it all gets mixed together.

Beat in egg yolks and vanilla, scraping sides of bowl again. Add in as much flour as your mixer can tolerate, then stir rest in with a strong spoon.

Shape dough into one-inch balls, and roll in colored sugar. These are the cheap sprinkles that can be found in almost any baking aisle year round.

They come in plenty of colors, and these cookies will look very festive if you mix red and green together!

Bake for 12-14 minutes, until cookie edges are set. These should not be lightly browned.

Cool on cookie sheet 1 minute before transferring to a wire cooling rack. These cookies freeze beautifully.

I bake most of my Christmas cookies weeks ahead of time and pull them back out when I need them. This is one recipe that almost improves by being frozen.

Enjoy!

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Thoughtful Stocking Stuffers For The Holiday Season Contributed Article Statepoint

While the big ticket items are always a thrill to bestow and receive during the holidays, sometimes smaller stocking stuffers are the most needed and appreciated.

Here are some ideas to get you started: Tech Accessories Gifting new tech devices? Be sure you also equip recipients with all the accessories they will need to enjoy their gifts on-the-go. From hard shell cases that offer protection from slips and drops, (as these incidents are bound to occur) to app store gift cards for quick downloading of the software needed to make the most of these items.

Batteries Included!

Nothing kills the thrill of receiving a new device quite like the phrase “batteries not included.” From remote-controlled cars to digital cameras, gift recipients won’t want to just look at their new toys, they’ll want to use them right away!

Avoid disappointment by providing juice for all those battery-operated goodies.

Consider pairing cutting edge gifts with cutting edge Energizer EcoAdvanced AA and AAA batteries. They are the brand’s longest-lasting alkaline battery and the world’s first AA battery made with four percent recycled batteries. To learn more, visit energizer.com/ecoadvanced.

Travel For those loved ones who have traveled to spend the holidays with you, consider a thoughtful gift that can be used during the journey home. From travel-sized board games to snack packs or tiny notebooks, these items will come in handy whether gift recipients are traveling by plane, train or automobile.

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This year, don’t forget the stocking stuffers -- they are a great opportunity to show your loved ones just how thoughtful you are.

Tips To Give Unique, Meaningful Gifts This Holiday Season picking a fragrance with your recipient in mind, tied to special memories you share.

Statepoint To create made-to-order combinations for your friends and family, consider Yankee Candle, which Making your list and checking it twice? Coming up offers several customization options that allow you with unique items for all your family and friends in a to personalize everything from the label design to short period of time is not always a simple feat. embellishments in the wrapping. Their lineup of Luckily, there are many easy ways to make everyone fragrances includes Buttercream, Lilac Blossoms, on your list feel special. and Sparkling Cinnamon, conjuring fond memories of everything from a walk through flowery fields to a Customized Books favorite holiday dessert.

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Northern Chautauqua Catholic School in Dunkirk was the site of an action-packed, four-day basketball tournament over the course of last weekend.

The 14th Annual “Peg” Smith Memorial Basketball Tournament brought 19 teams to participate over five different age/ gender brackets. There were divisions for both boys and girls varsity (7th-8th grade), boys and girls jayvee (5th-6th grade) and, new to the tournament this year, a pee-wee division for girls and boys in third or fourth grade.

In addition to the various teams from N.C.C.S., the other teams included Dunkirk Middle School, Fredonia Middle School, Nativity of Our Lord (Orchard Park), Chautauqua Lake, Southtowns Catholic (Lakeview), St. Peter & Paul (Hamburg) and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (Dunkirk).

Games were held in the N.C.C.S. gymnasium from Thursday

evening through Sunday. The event was particularly packed on Thursday and Friday for the opening rounds of the tournament.

“We had a packed house,” N.C.C.S. athletic director Luke Gullo noted. “It was impressive. I would say there were close to 500 people here at any time. The balcony was full every night.

The balcony hasn’t been full here in years. It’s been quite an event this year.”

That packed house was treated to more than just stellar action on the court. The event featured an impressive basket raffle, a 50-50 drawing, a bake sale and more.

None of that would have been possible without the selfless volunteer work of many people.

“Everything for the Peg Smith is volunteer,” Gullo added.

“Steve Pantano is our saint of N.C.C.S. He’s been doing this forever. He’s the glue that holds everything together. Bob CONTINUED ON PG 25

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Local High School Sports Schedule

BOWLING Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Southwestern, 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Falconer, 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Jamestown, 3:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Panama, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. CattLittle Valley, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Sherman, 7:30 p.m.

BOWLING (w/ Westfield) Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Forestville, 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Clymer, 3:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Westfield, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at Cassadaga Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 14 at Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Clymer, 7:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Cassadaga Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Frewsburg, 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Brocton, 3:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Clymer, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (see, Falconer)

Monday, Dec. 14 at Maple Grove, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Chautauqua Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Salamanca, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Chautauqua Lake, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (w/ Cass. Valley)

Monday, Dec. 14 at Southwestern, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at Falconer, 7:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Southwestern, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Falconer, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (w/ Westfield, Panama) Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Falconer, 6:00 p.m.

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING (see, Panama)

WRESTLING Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Southwestern, 5:00 p.m.

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING

BOWLING Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Jamestown, 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Chautauqua Lake, 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Olean, 7:00 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Southwestern, 7:00 p.m.

WRESTLING (w/ Silver Creek, Forestville) Monday, Dec. 28 at Catt. CC Tournament, TBA Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Catt. CC Tournament, TBA

BOYS BASKETBALL Thursday, Jan. 7 vs. Franklinville, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 12 vs. North Collins, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 15 at Ellicottville, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (see, Dunkirk)

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING (see, Dunkirk)

BOWLING BOYS SWIMMING Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. RanAND DIVING (w/ Fredonia, Forestville, dolph, 4:00 p.m.

Silver Creek) Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Frewsburg, 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at Panama, 5:00 p.m.

BOWLING Monday, Dec. 14 at Fredonia, 3:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 14 vs. West Seneca West, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Orchard Park, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Clarence, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 21 vs. Sherman, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 28 vs. Falconer, 8:00 p.m.

BOWLING (see, Clymer)

WRESTLING Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Williamsville East, 6:00 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Frontier, 6:00 p.m.

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Starpoint, 6:00 p.m.

BOWLING Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Falconer, 3:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 21 vs. Brocton, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 23 at Cassadaga Valley, 7:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Salamanca, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (w/ Cattaraugus-Little Valley) BOYS BASKETBALL

BOYS BASKETBALL

5:00 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs.

Dunkirk, 5:00 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Falconer, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at Fredonia, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Maple Grove, 6:00 p.m.

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING (see, Frewsburg)

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Dec. 15 at Falconer, GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Olean, 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at Southwestern, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Dunkirk, 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Southwestern, 4:00 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Olean,

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Chautauqua Lake, 6:00 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL GIRLS BASKETBALL

BOYS BASKETBALL

Monday, Dec. 14 vs. AlleganyLimestone, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Maple Grove, 7:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL (see, Dunkirk) GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Maple Grove, 7:30 p.m.

BOWLING Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Westfield,

BOWLING (w/ Sherman, Panama) BOYS BASKETBALL

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Maple Grove, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19 at Depew, 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Cassadaga Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at CattLittle Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Panama, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 14 vs. St. Mary’s, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING Wednesday, Dec. 16 at CattLittle Valley, 6:00 p.m.

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING (w/ Pine Valley, Southwestern) Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Dunkirk, 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Olean, 5:00 p.m.

BOWLING Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Silver Creek, 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 15 at West Seneca, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 19 at Depew, 3:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Brocton, 7:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 22 vs. Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m.

BOWLING (see, Clymer)

BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 14 at Brocton, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL BOYS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Brocton, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL BOYS BASKETBALL

Friday, Dec. 18 vs. Fredonia, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (see, Chautauqua Lake)

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING (w/ Chaut. Lake, Westfield)

Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Forestville, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 at Cardinal O’Hara, 6:30 p.m.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Clymer, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (see, Dunkirk)

BOYS SWIMMING

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GIRLS BASKETBALL (see, Frewsburg) Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Chautau- BOWLING

(see, Dunkirk)

qua Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18 at Dunkirk, 7:00 p.m.

BOWLING Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Randolph, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Frewsburg, 3:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Chautauqua Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs.

Dunkirk, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING

Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Chautauqua Lake, 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Fredonia, 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 vs. Fredonia, 5:00 p.m.

BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING

Thursday, Dec. 17 vs. Salamanca, 7:00 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Monday, Dec. 14 at Clymer, 7:30 p.m.

WRESTLING (see, Chautauqua Lake) BOYS SWIMMING AND DIVING (see, Panama)

GIRLS BASKETBALL BOWLING Tuesday, Dec. 15 vs. Clymer, 7:30 p.m.

(see, Brocton)

PEG SMITH MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 29

Bankowski donates more time to the school than anyone ever realizes. He’s a huge contributor. Bob Torrance runs a lot of the behind the scenes and the music. His youngest is out of college. Steve’s youngest only has two more years of college. We have so many volunteers that no longer have kids at the school.

“Sarah Marsowicz runs our concession,” Gullo continued. “All of the food is donated, including the pizza. Blasdell Pizza is our big partner this year. They donated a bunch of pizza. They’ve been a great partner for this tournament.”

The list of volunteers goes on and on, including all of the officials. Sean Abram, Bob Bankowski, Chad Bongiovanni, Brent Carmello, Allan Carmello, Marv Cummings, Tom Dempsey, Joe DePasquale, Anthony Dolce, Dennis Gawronski, Bob George, Greg Krauza, Joe Pantano, Bob Patterson, Ron Siracuse, Mike Sturniolo, Fred Stern, Ron Taddio, Joe Woloszyn and Dave Zielinski all contributed as either officials or scorekeepers. The tournament couldn’t have happened without them.

“Mr. Patterson used to ref my games in high school,” Gullo said with a laugh. “He’s an amazing specimen.

(Photos by Stefan Gestwicki)

“It’s an amazing group that makes my wife and I look very good, but really it’s the people that have been here for years. It’s a collaboration of a lot of people’s work. It’s been amazing.”

Not only did a lot of people give their time and energy to make a successful event, but businesses and individuals from around the area opened their wallets in support of the tournament and the school.

The area social clubs were notably generous. The First Ward Falcon Club, Moniuszko Club, Exempt Firemen’s Association, Fredonia Beaver Club, Columbus Club, Conservation Club, Dunkirk Lakeside Club, Dunkirk Falcon Club, Dom Polski, Kosziuszko Club and American Legion, Post #59 all contributed along with far too many businesses, families and individuals that can be listed here.

The money raised from the tournament goes directly to supporting the N.C.C.S. athletic program.

“Every team has a fee to be in a certain league,” Gullo explained. “We try to have as many teams as possible. We’ve added sports like volleyball and track and field. We have girls softball. We have boys baseball. Then we have boys and girls basketball. We’ve

even added a ski club that will be at Peek ‘n Peak. It’s a great program.

“It’s been great to see so many people come out for this,” Gullo concluded. “It’s been a really nice event for four days.”

Stefan Gestwicki is the sports editor of the Chautauqua Star.

Comments on this article or any other can be directed to stefan. gestwicki@star-mediagroup.com.

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not a math major, is impressive. As mentioned last week, they’ll miss Chris Johnson in the running game, but few teams can match the Cardinals’ exploLAST WEEK VS. SPREAD: 11-5 sive passing attack. Combined with a (.687) stout, play-making defense and it’s easy LAST WEEK STRAIGHT PICKS: to get excited about Arizona.

11-5 (.687) Short week. Road game. Coming off a beatdown to another NFC West team.

SEASON VS. SPREAD: 104-85-3 No, things don’t look good for the (.550) Vikings. PICK VS. SPREAD: CarSEASON STRAIGHT PICKS: 120- dinals (-7.5). STRAIGHT PICK: 72 (.625) Cardinals.

Predictably, the playoff races only got more convoluted with last week’s games.

The Jets hold the sixth seed in the AFC, but even in they win out, they might not make the playoffs. The Bills saved their season, as did the Eagles and Cowboys. The NFC East continues BUFFALO BILLS (6-6) at PHILAto be a black hole of football talent. The DELPHIA EAGLES (5-7) AFC South still has a three-win team Did you know that Bills running back that could still win the division. Yup, LeSean McCoy used to play for the welcome to the NFL. Eagles? Huh. You learn something new But last week is over. Let’s talk about every day. Kidding aside, McCoy has Week 14. been stellar since his injury-riddled start to the season. His explosiveness To the picks! in the run game combined with Tyrod Taylor’s dual-threat play at quarterback and Sammy Watkins’ innate ability to make catches in double coverage and the Bills have a nice thing going on offense. The Eagles don’t exactly have a stout defense so Buffalo should be able to score in this one.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS (8 -4) at Philadelphia snapped a three-game ARIZONA CARDINALS (10-2) losing streak and saved its season with The Vikings have played four games an improbable win in New England. against teams that currently have a Yes, the win was fluky as the Eagles got winning record. They are 1-3 in those a punt return touchdown, a blocked games. Their one win was against a punt touchdown and a 99-yard pick six.

Chiefs team that was in the midst of a The offense was actually quite terrible five-game losing streak. So yes, eight against the Patriots defense. This isn’t wins is nice for the Vikings, but evena must-win game, but it’s close with the tually they’re going to have to beat a red-hot Cardinals coming to town next contender. They get their chance on a week. Still, the Eagles are one of three short week in Arizona. Adrian Peterson 5-7 teams sitting at the top of the NFC got just eight carries in last week’s loss, East. No one seems to want to win it, so but expect him to get a full workload Philly is very much alive. this week. Clearly putting the game It was nice to see the Bills throw the in Teddy Bridgewater’s hands isn’t the ball downfield with great success the answer. past two weeks. Big plays win games.

The Cardinals have now won six in a PICK VS. SPREAD: Bills (even). row since falling in Pittsburgh. Carson STRAIGHT PICK: Bills.

Palmer threw for over 300 yards for the eighth time this season and has firmly cemented his place in the MVP discussion. Arizona has a point differential of plus-150. That, in case you’re

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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (4-8) at CLEVELAND BROWNS (2-10) Well…it’s bound to happen late in the season, right? There is no way to avoid games that simply don’t matter for anything but draft order. Of course, when it’s the Browns with a chance to select high in the draft, you know they’re going to blow it anyway. The 49ers are actually 3-3 at home, but this one is on the road. Still, they beat Chicago in overtime last week, so they at least haven’t thrown in the towel on the season.

The big news out of Cleveland is that Johnny Manziel will start at quarterback this week. Does anyone really care? There seems little chance that Manziel will even be back in Cleveland next season after all of the off-the-field issues he’s had.

Gosh the Browns are bad. PICK VS. SPREAD: 49ers (even).

STRAIGHT PICK: 49ers.

touchdowns, passer rating and completion percentage. Holy smokes! They’re even worse than I expected. Even the running game has hit a snag. After going crazy with four straight 100yard games, Todd Gurley has gone five straight games without hitting the century mark. In fact, he only has 60 yards in his past two games combined.

He has one reception in his past three games. Oh and the Rams have lost five straight. Coincidence? It’s hard to argue that point.

The Lions haven’t been awful over the past month or so. PICK VS. SPREAD: Lions (even).

STRAIGHT PICK: Lions.

NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (4-8) at TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (6-6) Oh so close. The Saints were a play or two away from handing Carolina its first loss last week. The offense proved that it can score on anyone, but that defense is just terrible. Interestingly, New Orleans is 3-1 when linebacker Dannell Ellerbe plays and 1-7 when he’s been out with injury. Unfortunately, it’s been another injury-plagued season for Ellerbe. Keenan Lewis is on IR after undergoing hip surgery, too. The defense is dead last in the NFL in allowing 31.7 points per game. Wow that’s a DETRIOT LIONS (4-8) at ST. lot of points. Four straight losses have LOUIS RAMS (4-8) dropped New Orleans out of the race.

The Lions had the Packers beat. They Do you know who’s not out of the had the season sweep over their rivals playoff race? The Bucs. Yes, those same for the first time since 1991. Then they Bucs that were the worst team in the got flagged for a facemask as time NFL last season. But these aren’t the expired. Then they gave up an inexcus- same Bucs. These Bucs have finally ably easy Hail Mary play. Ladies and found their quarterback in Jamies Wingentlemen, your Detroit Lions. Calvin ston. Winston’s overall numbers aren’t Johnson only had three catches on otherworldly, but a 17:11 touchdown-toeight targets last week, but hauled in a interception ratio is solid, as is an 85.6 beautiful touchdown. Believe it or not, passer rating. He’s also rushed for five Megatron has only gone over 100 yards touchdowns. Despite having the athonce this season. He’s still on pace for letic ability, he hasn’t run much except 93 receptions, 1,287 yards and nine down near the goal line. That threat of touchdowns. Look for him to go off in taking off is always there, however, and this one. teams have to game plan for that.

The Rams are awful. It’s hard to The Bucs won the season’s first meeting remember a passing attack being this in New Orleans. Look for them to win inept. St. Louis is dead last in passing yards, yards per attempt, passing CONTINUED ON PG 33

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again. PICK VS. SPREAD: Saints (+3.5). STRAIGHT PICK: Bucs.

Brown went over 100 yards last week and is on pace for over 1,700 yards. He also returned a punt for a touchdown.

Man this guy is good. Pittsburgh ends the season with games against Baltimore and Cleveland. Expect them to punch its ticket to the playoffs one way or another.

The Bengals seem to be past that hiccup of two losses in a row a few weeks back.

Since those losses, the Bengals have TENNESSEE TITANS (3-9) at outscored their opponents by a comNEW YORK JETS (7-5) bined score of, get this, 68-10. With the Yes, the Titans just put up 42 points and rookie quarterback Marcus Mari- Patriots losing last week, the race for the first-round byes in the AFC has gotten ota looked fantastic in the win. Now extremely interesting. The first meeting step back and realize that they did it between these two teams was surprisagainst a putrid Jaguars defense that didn’t even look like it was trying. Seri- ingly low scoring at 16-10, but it’s hard to envision that happening again. Both ously, how does a quarterback run for an 87-yard touchdown if the other team of these teams love to throw the ball all over the field and can put up a ton of is actually trying? When there are 81 points scored in a game, both teams are points. A.J. Green went over 1,000 yards for the season last week. He’s done that terrible, not great. The Titans offense will be in for a rude awakening against in all five of his NFL seasons.

Both teams are playing extremely a fired-up Jets team. well. This is going to be a fun one.

The Jets are coming off an emotional PICK VS. SPREAD: Steelers (+3). comeback win over the Giants. Had the Jets dropped that game, they would STRAIGHT PICK: Steelers. have fallen way back in the AFC wild card race. Now they currently sit sixth and would make the playoffs.

Two games in a row that are probably wins (Dallas next week) are followed by games against New England and Buffalo. Can we just fast forward to INDIANAPOLIS COLTS (6-6) at that Week 17 game in Buffalo? Ryan JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS (4-8) Fitzpatrick has 22 touchdowns. Geno Smith getting punched out may have Yes, Jacksonville can still win the AFC been the best thing that’s happened to South. It’s unlikely, but possible. The this team.

Colts saw Houston fall to Buffalo early in the day and then, with a chance to grab The Jets have something to play for. control of the division, were throttled The Titans don’t. The Jets are home.

45-10 by Pittsburgh on Sunday night. It No brainer. PICK VS. SPREAD: Titans (+7.5). STRAIGHT PICK: snapped a three-game winning streak for Jets.

Indy. Now the Colts travel to Jacksonville this week and host Houston next.

Matt Hasselbeck, already filling in for an injured Andrew Luck, suffered neck and rib injuries against the Steelers, but isn’t expected to miss any time. The Colts are averaging just 3.6 yards per carry. That’s an issue.

Jacksonville scored points in bunches last PITTSBURGH STEELERS (7-5) at CINCINNATI BENGALS (10-2) week, but still lost thanks to a defense that refused to tackle anyone. Allen RobGame of the week alert! Game of the inson had another big game and went week alert! Pittsburgh won’t catch the over 1,000 yards for the first time in his Bengals for the division title, but they young career. His 11 touchdowns rank can hand their rivals a brutal loss in Cincy’s quest for a first-round bye. The second in the league behind just Tyler Eifert’s 12 scores. Allen Hurns should be Steelers need the win themselves, of back this week after clearing the concuscourse, to stay on top of the pack in sion protocol. Hurns missed last week’s the quest for a playoff berth. Antonio game, though it clearly didn’t slow down

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TEAM (5-7) at CHICAGO BEARS (5-7) These two teams have the exact same record and play in the same conference.

Yet the Football Team is tied in first place while the Bears can start making early offseason plans already. No one ever said the NFL was fair. Here’s something: Washington is 0-5 on the road and the Bears are 1-5 at home. That’s just weird. Something has to give in this one. Here at the SPE Picks, we really hate Kirk Cousins as a player (he’s probably a perfectly nice person). It’s just hard to see the talent that’s needed to excel in this league. The Washington ground game has completely disappeared in SAN DIEGO CHARGERS (3-9) at recent weeks, too.

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (7-5) The Bears lost a heart-breaker in overThe Chargers have defeated the Lions, time last week. A win would have put Browns and Jaguars for their three victories this season. Those aren’t exactly them back at .500 and given them hope of sneaking into the wild card picture. marquee wins for the struggling Bolts.

But with either Green Bay or Minnesota They’ve been outscored by nearly 80 points this season. They’re 25th in points (whichever one doesn’t win the NFC North) and Seattle almost certainly getscored and 29th in points allowed. ting those two playoff spots, it doesn’t Melvin Gordon, who was a touchdown machine at Wisconsin, has zero rushing look good for the Bears. Having Jay Cutler, Matt Forte and Alshon Jeffery touchdowns and six fumbles (four lost). all injured at various times this season Keenan Allen still leads the team in certainly hasn’t helped. The offense and receptions, targets and receiving yards defense are just middle of the pack statdespite having playing in only eight wise. On a positive note, first-round pick games before suffering a season-ending injury. No one has stepped up to replace Kevin White has a chance to make his season debut in the next two weeks. his production.

This one is a bit of a coin flip. I’ll go The Chiefs, meanwhile, have an excelagainst Cousins. PICK VS. SPREAD: lent chance of making the playoffs despite starting the season 1-5. Six straight Football Team (+3.5). STRAIGHT wins is not an easy task, especially when PICK: Bears. losing your best offensive player in Jamaal Charles. The defense was great last week as it’s been all season. Pressure and coverage led to three Derek Carr interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown. Jeremy Maclin followed up his monster game against Buffalo with a two-touchdown, 95-yard effort against ATLANTA FALCONS (6-6) at Oakland. Could it be that Kansas City CAROLINA PANTHERS (12-0) has finally figured out how to use a wide Remember five weeks into the season receiver? when both of these teams were undeChiefs will win, but the spread is too feated and it looked like we were going to big for a division game. PICK VS. get a division race for the ages? Yeah….

SPREAD: Chargers (+11.5). about that. Since then, the Falcons have STRAIGHT PICK: Chiefs. won just one game — a three-point win against the lowly Titans. Matt Ryan is largely to blame for the failures. Sure, his overall numbers aren’t terrible, but the timing of his mistakes have been crippling for Atlanta. Between his 13 interceptions and his eight fumbles, Ryan simply has to do a better job of protecting WASHINGTON FOOTBALL

the offense much. As if the defense wasn’t terrible enough, linebacker Paul Posluszny might be playing with a fractured hand for the rest of the season.

Logic dictates Indy should win this game, but sometimes you just have to throw caution to the wind. PICK VS. SPREAD: N/A. STRAIGHT PICK: Jaguars.

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SELF-PROCLAIMED EXPERT, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 33 the ball because the Falcons defense sure isn’t good enough to win games.

Through nine wins, Cam Newton was being talked about as the favorite for the NFL MVP award. Yet a closer look at his numbers indicated that he wasn’t all that much better than the benched Colin Kaepernick in San Francisco. In the past three games, however, Newton has quieted critics (myself included). In that three-game span, he has two fivetouchdown performances, two road wins, 110 rushing yards, a rushing touchdown and a highlight reel that’s more impressive than some players’ career reel. It’s still not a closed debate (see, Tom Brady or Carson Palmer), but Newton is at the head of the class right now.

What do you want me to say? The Falcons have lost five in a row while the Panthers have won 16 consecutive regular season games. PICK VS. SPREAD: Falcons (+8.5). STRAIGHT PICK: Panthers.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (7-5) at BALTIMORE RAVENS (4-8) Few teams are looking scarier than the Seahawks right now. Russell Wilson has absolutely been on fire while Thomas Rawls continues to pound the ball on the ground like…Marshawn Lynch used to. The Seattle defense is ranked third in the league in points against, but has been torched a couple of times recently, allowing 30 points to Pittsburgh and 39 to Arizona. The unit is still among the best in the league, but they’re n longer the immovable object it was two years ago. There’s only been nine picks by this defense, too — none by Richard Sherman.

Baltimore’s miserable season continued with an inept offensive performance last week. Joe Flacco is out, of course, but Matt Schaub has plenty of NFL experience. Still, with almost no offensive weapons to work with, there’s only so much experience can do. These last four games (Seattle, Kansas City, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati) are brutal, so Baltimore is probably done winning games this season. It’ll be the first time in recent memory that Baltimore will have a top-5 draft pick. Early prediction: Look for

that. Of course, there’s a big difference between beating the Washington Football Team and winning in Lambeau Field in December. Predictably, the Darren McFadden Experiment hasn’t yielded the same results that DeMarco Murray did last season. McFadden has averaged under four yards per carry.

He has almost as many fumbles (two) as touchdowns (three). He just isn’t all that good. Of course Dez Bryant will be looking for redemption after his controversial OAKLAND RAIDERS (5-7) at no-catch in last year’s playoffs.

DENVER BRONCOS (10-2) The Packers, in case you didn’t hear, Derek Carr had one of his rougher games were the benefactors of a controversial of the season in last week’s loss to Kansas facemask call and then a beautifully City. His third interception led to a pick- thrown Hail Mary for the win. For all of six that sealed the game for the Chiefs. the talk of Aaron Rodgers struggling this Still, Carr is having a wonderful season season, the Packers signal caller has the with 26 touchdowns and nine picks. fourth-most touchdown passes (26) and Before you go ahead and chalk that up fewest interceptions of any quarterback to Carr chucking the ball to stud receiver (5). If that’s a down year, I think most Amari Cooper, consider this: Michael fans of any team ever would take it. EdCrabtree actually has more targets than die Lacy and the running game is a bit Cooper (115 to 105). Carr could probably of a concern. A strong running game in benefit from spreading the ball around a Green Bay’s winter is a must. Look for touch more as Seth Roberts is third with that to get going this week against the just 41 targets, but you can’t really argue Cowboys. with success. Former UB Bull Khalil The Packers haven’t been playing Mack leads the team with nine sacks. well, but there’s no way Aaron RodgThe Broncos have shown some chinks ers loses to Matt Cassel, right? PICK in their armor, but the wins just keep VS. SPREAD: Packers (-7.5). coming. With New England losing two STRAIGHT PICK: Packers. in a row, Denver can now set its sights on the No. 1 seed in the AFC. The end of the season schedule is rough, however, with games in Pittsburgh and against Cincinnati in the following two weeks.

This is the time of year where a strong running game is a must, but Denver just doesn’t have that. No one has stepped up to claim the No. 1 back role. Of course, a NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (10-2) strong defense can make up for a lot and at HOUSTON TEXANS (6-6) Denver certainly has that. A lot rides on So let’s get this straight: Green Bay was Brock Osweiler. It’ll be interesting to see undefeated for six weeks then lost two in a row. Denver was undefeated for seven if he can keep treading water. weeks then lost two in a row. Cincinnati It’s very tempting to pick the upset was undefeated for eight weeks then lost here, but Denver’s defense should be two in a row. No one should be surprised able to slow down Carr and Co. PICK that New England lost a second in a row VS. SPREAD: Raiders (+8.5). last week. Actually, they should be. That STRAIGHT PICK: Broncos. was about as fluky of a loss as you’ll ever see. No, nothing is wrong with the Patriots. Let’s all calm down with that talk. If you actually watched the game, you not only would have seen the special teams touchdowns, but a plethora of dropped passes late in the game on perfect Tom Brady passes. The Pats will be just fine.

DALLAS COWBOYS (4-8) at The Texans, on the other hand, suffered GREEN BAY PACKERS (8-4) a crushing defeat in Buffalo last week.

Hey, look at that. The Cowboys can acThey allowed several big plays after tually win without Tony Romo. Imagine them to trade down.

Seattle = good. Baltimore = bad. PICK VS. SPREAD: N/A. STRAIGHT PICK: Seahawks.

watching their defense totally dominate over a four-game winning streak. After the Patriots, the Texans with games against each of their division rivals, so the Texans are very much alive even if they lose this one. Rookie cornerback Kevin Johnson was picked on to great success by the Bills last week. You better believe that Tom Brady and Co. noticed that. Johnson better bring his A-game this week.

Patriots will win this game, but Houston is still my pick to win the AFC South.

PICK VS. SPREAD: Patriots (-3).

STRAIGHT PICK: Patriots.

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R b s t a C F P r r fi 1 S t D NEW YORK GIANTS (5-7) at MI- t i AMI DOLPHINS (5-7) P These two teams are very similar in that f neither one seems to be able to hold onto n any momentum this season. It’s appeared a numerous times like the Giants were go- p ing to put their collective foot down and t seize control of the NFC East, but then they lose to a team like New Orleans or T

Washington. The schedule doesn’t get easier after this one with games against the Panthers and then in Minnesota.

This isn’t a “must-win” game but it’s pretty close after that collapse last week against the Jets. The Giants have eight different players with an interception this B year and 14 as a team.

A The Dolphins were a hot pick to overtake New England in the AFC East this season. Here at the SPE Picks, we take O pride in never buying into that hype. i Ryan Tannehill is about an overrated W passer as I can remember. What has this o guy ever done to garner his status as one t of the game’s premier passers? Yeah he i gets sacked a lot, but so do Ben RoethlisW berger and Aaron Rodgers and they’re R doing okay for themselves, huh? Tanm nehill is average at best and it’s showing B again this season. Lamar Miller averages five yards per carry. Why does he not get ' the ball more? This team is 0-5 against d its own division. They deserve their fate b f of missing the playoffs.

T There’s not much to like on either c team except for Odell Beckham, so…

PICK VS. SPREAD: Giants (even). n G STRAIGHT PICK: Giants. p

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CLCS Announces Winter Pool Programs

gram will be held on Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., CLCS starting January 11. One lane will be available for Registrations are now lap swimmers. Swimmers being accepted for four ages 7-12 must be accomswimming pool programs panied by an adult, who that will begin in Janumust stay to supervise but ary at Chautauqua Lake need not swim. Children Central School. For the age 6 and under must be Family Swim and Adult accompanied by an adult Pool Programs, pre-paid in the water. Any nonregistrations must be swimmer who is unable received in the District Of- to stand with head and fice by 4 PM on Fri. Dec. shoulders above the water 18. For Saturday morning must be accompanied in Swimming Lessons and for the water by a responsible the after-school Swim & adult (one swimmer to one Dive Club, pre-paid regis- adult ratio). Registration trations must be received is open to individuals or to in the District Office by 4 families (up to four swimPM on Fri. Jan. 8. Checks mers each evening). for each program will The Adult Pool Program not be cashed before the for ages 18 and up will be announced deadline. No held on Tuesdays, 6:30payments are accepted at 7:30 p.m., starting January the pool.

12. A new instructor, Alicia The Family Swim ProGleason, will teach a new Contributed Article

Aquatic Exercise class, and two lanes will be available for lap swimmers.

Swimming Lessons are for children in Kindergarten or older and meet on Saturday mornings, starting on January 16.

Swim & Dive Club, for swimmers in grades 3 or older who meet the minimum skill requirements noted on the registration form, meets after school on Wednesdays and Thursdays, starting on January 13.

Registration forms for all programs are available in each school office, in the literature rack at the main (center) entrance to the school building, and at www.clake.org. Locate the Swimming Pool link on the left side of the home page.

Question: A baseball player whose batting average is below .200 is said to be hitting below what?

Last week's answer: NCCAA coach Jerry Tarkanian became known for chewing a towel during his career at UNLV. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke)

Bills Showing Big-Play Dimension Under Taylor

Ryan said he's not sure whether Gilmore will play after he hurt his shoulder in a 30AP Sports Writer 21 win over Houston on Sunday. Backup cornerback Ron Brooks is in question after ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Whether he also hurt his shoulder. Starting linebacker it's Tyrod Taylor throwing deep, Sammy Nigel Bradham is in jeopardy of missing his Watkins making catches in double coverage second game with a sprained right ankle. or LeSean McCoy bursting his way down Starting defensive tackle Kyle Williams is on the sideline, the Buffalo Bills offense is show- injured reserve. And starting safety Aaron ing signs of having a big-play dimension.

Williams still isn't ready to return from a With injuries piling up on defense, coach neck injury that has forced him to miss the Rex Ryan understands he'll have to lean past six games. more on his offensive playmakers for the That puts more emphasis on Buffalo's Bills to stay in the AFC playoff hunt. offense, which is starting to establish a ''Oh yeah, no question,'' Ryan said Monquick-strike identity that was on full display day. ''I think this is what we talked about against Houston. building a team where it's complementary Taylor, who had three touchdowns passing football. And that's what you want.'' and another rushing, completed just 11 of The Bills (6-6) are going to need to over21 attempts, but three of them went for 40 come a banged-up defense that could be mi- yards or longer. Along with two 53-yard nus yet another starter - cornerback Stephon completions to Watkins, and Taylor secured Gilmore - on Sunday when Buffalo travels to the win with a go-ahead 40-yard touchdown play Philadelphia (5-7). pass to tight end Charles Clay with 1:53 left.

By John Wawrow

Maple Grove To Host Baseball Camp Contributed Article U.S. Baseball Academy

Maple Grove High School is hosting a fourweek baseball camp starting January 17. Maple Grove coach Dick Adams will direct the program in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy.

Classes are available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six players per coach. Sessions are offered in advanced hit-

ting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning.

Space is limited. Registration is now under way.

For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com, or call toll-free 866-622-4487.

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Professional O.T.R. Truck Driver Looking for a hardworking & highly motivated individuals looking to run over the road. O.T.R. involves east coast hauling from New York to Florida and as far west as Illinois.

$2000 Sign On Bonus

Needs: • CDL Class A • Clean Record • At Least 2 Years of Experience • $0.47 Per Mile Starting • New & Clean Equipment • Dedicated Trucks • Home Almost Every Weekend • Out 6-12 Days, We Work With You! • Dedicated Customers • Excellent Health Benefits • Multiple High Paying Bonuses • Direct Deposit • $25 Drop Pay

Agricultural Transport, Dunkirk, NY

Call Us Today! Mon-Fri 9:00A-5:00P • 716-366-0817

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People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.

Great Benefits: • Full-time, part-time and perdiem (relief) positions available • Many shift options • Two weeks of paid new hire orientation (day or evening)

Positions starting at $10.93/hr: Group Home, Instructor, Nursing, Self-Directed

Apply online: people-inc.org/careers Pre-Employment Drug Test Required. EOE.

1250 SF Fiber Optic Security & Fire Protection High Traffic Area 5 Minutes From Route 60, NYS Thruway & Route 20 High Visibility Ample Paved Parking

CHAUTAUQUA STAR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2015

Statepoint Crossword ACROSS 1. Post-employment insurance 6. T-cell killer 9. Many focuses 13. Finno-____ language 14. Cassius Clay 15. Noted Impressionist 16. Russian pancakes 17. And not 18. Oxygen-containing compound 19. *Spiked holiday libation 21. *a.k.a. Timothy Cratchit 23. Not a regular teacher 24. Animal waste 25. ____ y pimienta 28. *Hanukkah dreidel has Hebrew letter on each one 30. 1/100th of a ruble 35. "____ to perfection" 37. Habitual twitches 39. Wood turning device 40. Back of neck 41. Like the north face?

43. Inmate's weapon 44. Nashville player 46. Edible tubes 47. Prima donna's numbers 48. Not digital 50. Wide river valley 52. Break a commandment 53. No parking ____ 55. *Done during Christmas dinner 57. *Pan-African celebration 61. *Festival of ____ 64. Relating to birth 65. Knot-tying words 67. Shoelace bunny ears 69. Skip the big wedding 70. Jean-Claude ____ Damme 71. Bar, legally 72. Familiar deciduous trees 73. Hurricane center 74. Easily irritated DOWN 1. Chicago baseballer 2. Check out 3. Place for mutinous sailor 4. Saturn's feature, pl.

5. Just one of acini 6. *Done to ornaments 7. International Labor Organization 8. Taste for fine objects of art 9. Like Jimi Hendrix' Lady 10. "Put a lid ____ ____!"

11. Ghana monetary unit 12. Found on a list 15. Golden Horde member 20. Newspaper notices 22. Octopus' fluid 24. Do like Pinocchio 25. *One "chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf" 26. "Encore!"

THE HOLIDAYS

27. Former Greek coin 29. Flighty person 31. Aaron Rodgers' move 32. Community spirit 33. Popular cook-off dish 34. *Macaulay Culkin's character 36. *Look for a good one on Black Friday 38. "____ ____ good example" 42. Mushroom caps 45. Hose attachment 49. India's smallest state 51. Aerie baby 54. Like Forrest Gump or C-3PO? 56. Not these 57. Wounded ____ Massacre 58. Hit this when tired?

59. Tiny piece of anything 60. Takes a siesta 61. Like TV's famous ranger 62. *Marines' holiday donees 63. Dick and Jane's dog 66. *Boxing ____ 68. Melissa McCarthy's 2015 role

COMMUNITY 39 Part of the Star Media Group family Locally owned and operated, this media company believes in promoting, celebrating and advancing the positive aspects of our community. For more information, call (716) 366-9200 in Dunkirk or (716) 338-0030 in Jamestown.

General Manager Kristin Korn kristin.korn@star-mediagroup.com Editor Scott Wise scott.wise@star-mediagroup.com Sports Editor Stefan Gestwicki stefan.gestwicki@star-mediagroup.com Account Representative Ray Cieslewicz rayc@star-mediagroup.com Graphic Designers Sarah Lewandowski sarah.l@star-mediagroup.com Rhiannon Vercant rhiannon.vercant@star-mediagroup.com Public Relations Dan Siracuse dan.siracuse@star-mediagroup.com General Questions & Subscriptions admin@star-mediagroup.com

is in need of a

FULL TIME PROMOTIONAL AND ADVERTISING ACCOUNT MANAGER Our customers need customers. We’re looking for you, the perfect fit to bridge the gap between what they need and what we can offer them.

Star Media Group, with its network of promotions and advertising abilities, can offer a full service marketing program to businesses in Chautauqua County and beyond.

The Promotional and Advertising Account Manager will work full-time to build a relationship with customers and help them promote their business in the best fit possible.

The ideal candidate will possess previous sales experience, and basic computer knowledge.

Pay is salary plus commission, with room to set your own salary as you increase your revenue.

Contact us today to apply, and begin a career path that’ll land you among the stars!

4867 W. Lake Rd. Dunkirk, NY 14048 (716) 366-9200

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