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Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce November 2016 Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop-Tauqua! There’s a popular meme that routinely makes the rounds on social media. It’s a picture of a small shop with a placard out front that reads, “When you buy from a mom or pop business, you are helping a little girl get dance lessons, a little boy get his team jersey, a mom or dad put food on the table, a family pay a mortgage, or a student pay for college.” That’s essentially true.
November Calendar of Chamber and Chamber Member Events 11/2 - 6-7:30pm, Pain Management, Living with Arthritis, free seminar from Chautauqua PT&OT, Jamestown
A 2010 study by the Michigan State University Center for Community and Economic Development shows that for every $100 in consumer spending with a locally owned business, $73 remains in the local economy and is dispersed through local wages, charitable donations, taxes that fund local services, and purchases of goods and services through other local businesses. The Michigan State study also shows that for each $100 spent with a non-locally owned business, just $43 remains in the local economy.
11/4 - 10am-4pm, Holiday Bazaar, Lutheran Chapel, 715 Falconer Street, Jamestown
Study after study over the past few decades have come to the same conclusion, that shopping at locally owned stores has a more significant impact on the local economy. That’s a key reason why the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce launched its Shop-Tauqua Gift Check program many years ago. Our goal has been to encourage residents to shop at locally owned businesses in order to support our Chautauqua County economy.
11/10 - Chautauqua Works presents The New FLSA White Collar Exemptions & Overtime Rules seminar, Willow Bay, Jamestown, 12:30pm, Lunch session is $20, Call 661-9553
Now we are pleased and proud to have a major partner in this endeavor: the County of Chautauqua Industrial Development Agency. CCIDA is sponsoring this program in recognition of its more-than $3-million economic impact on our local economy. Because of this sponsorship and our continued efforts to provide you with an even greater return on your investment in the Chamber we are offering the gift check program free of charge to Chamber members. In the past the Chamber had to charge a $40 annual administrative fee in order to cover our costs of printing checks and managing the account. Now, thanks to this CCIDA sponsorship, we are able to offer the program to all Chamber member businesses that choose to participate. Accepting Shop-Tauqua Chamber Gift Checks is simple; they are just deposited with your daily receipts like any other check. If your business is not currently participating and you would like to get involved, please contact the Chamber for more information. In addition, the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce and our six Community Chambers countywide are very pleased to be participating again this year in Small Business Saturday. The Chamber is proud to promote its small member businesses that will be open on Small Business Saturday and we hope you will support them on that day and all year round!
11/4 - Noon-1pm, Arts & Business Luncheon Series at Fredonia Technology Incubator, with Yvonne Grzenkowicz, lead animator for Eyesnare Inc.
11/11-12 - Yoga Retreat at Peek'n Peak Resort & Spa 11/15 - 5-6:30pm, Novemberfest: Chamber Networking Event at Southern Tier Brewing Co.
This event is sold out!
11/17 - 6:30pm, Nutrition and Diabetes seminar, Lutheran Chapel, reservations required, call 720-9122 11/25 - Space Age Christmas holiday exhibit opens at the Fenton History Center, Jamestown 11/26 - Small Business Saturday, if you are a qualifying small business and a Chamber member sign up now to be listed on the Chamber's promotional ads. It is FREE for Chamber members! For a year-round list of festivals and events, check the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau Calendar For a complete list of courses through JCC Continuing Ed in Jamestown and Dunkirk, check the online course catalog
Chamber Banquet Recognizes Business, Civic Leaders The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce recently paid tribute to leaders in business and community service. Over 350 people from all over the county turned out to recognize the dedicated service of so many people during the Chamber’s Annual Awards Banquet at SUNY Fredonia. Chamber President and CEO Todd Tranum said, “This is always a special event. We are fortunate to have so many hard working people in Chautauqua County who are willing to go the extra mile to improve not only our business climate, but our quality of life as well.” The Person of the Year Award for 2016 was given to Heather and Richard Turner III, owners of Blackstone Advanced Technologies in Jamestown. Since acquiring the company the young pair has worked to expand business lines and increase jobs, and have also worked to become involved in the community. The Economic Development Award was presented to Peek’n Peak Resort & Spa for the investments they made that allowed professional golf to return to Chautauqua County in the LECOM Health Challenge Web.com Tour this year. In addition to golf course improvements, the Peek has also added other attractions including the Aerial Adventure Course and zip lines, creating a year-round destination for residents and visitors alike. The Dunkirk Community Chamber of Commerce presented its Community Service award to John “Jay” Warren for his leadership and tireless dedication to the establishment of the Local Economic Development (LED) Committee with the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation. The Fredonia Community Chamber of Commerce honored Carl & Trish Timko with a Community Service Award for their philanthropic donations that allowed the Village of Fredonia to install a new village clock at Temple and Main Streets and that provided body cameras for the Fredonia Police Department. The Hanover Community Chamber will posthumously present its Community Service Award to Anthony D. Borrello, who was instrumental in the efforts to preserve Lake Shore Hospital for the good of the greater Silver Creek community. Rick Huber, Chief Executive Officer of the Mental Health Association of Chautauqua County, received the Jamestown Community Chamber of Commerce Community Service Award for his influential work towards creation of a long-term rehabilitation program for people recovering from opioid addiction. The Mayville-Chautauqua Community Chamber of Commerce recognized Chautauqua Area Habitat for Humanity (CAHfH) for its efforts in helping lowincome working families in Chautauqua County to become homeowners. David and Sandy Brown were selected for the Community Service Award from the Westfield-Barcelona Community Chamber of Commerce. The couple is actively involved in a number of organizations including the Red Cross, Chautauqua County Historical Society, YWCA of Westfield, Patterson Library, and many others. The awards were presented October 13 at the Williams Center at SUNY Fredonia.
Be Seen in the 2017 Business Builder Source Book The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce has advertising space available in its upcoming 2017 Business Builder Source Book. This full color annual publication features a Community Profile section outlining the wide variety of business, living, educational, recreational, and healthcare opportunities available in Chautauqua County, along with a Chamber membership directory and buyer’s guide with listings by category. The Business Builder Source Book is THE place to see and be seen for businesses in Chautauqua County. The book is distributed to almost 1,200 business leaders countywide. In addition, another 500 full color Community Profile sections are printed separately and distributed to businesses and individuals. Whether you’re interested in a full color ad or a simple enhanced listing in the membership directory, we are happy to discuss the choices with you. For more information, contact Guy Ditonto, Director of Member Services, at 3666200 or 484-1101.
Save the Date: the Chamber Annual Meeting is December 9 The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Meeting on Friday, December 9, at Shorewood Country Club in Dunkirk. This event will include the election of board members and officers for the coming year and the presentation of the Pam Lydic Coalition Builder Award. Formal invitations for the Chamber Annual Meeting will be mailed to all Chamber member businesses in the weeks ahead. The 2016 Chamber Annual Meeting is sponsored by E. E. Austin & Son, Inc., Fredonia College Foundation, Jamestown Mattress Company, M&T Bank, OBSERVER, The Post-Journal, Star Media Group, and Univera Healthcare Southern Tier. For now, we invite you to save the date, December 9, and to watch for additional information as we unveil further details about the event soon.
CPA Firm Announces Promotions Buffamante Whipple Buttafaro, P.C. are pleased to announce that Kyle C. Burch, CPA of Randolph, NY and Ashlie M. Flanigan, CPA of Olean, NY have been promoted to Manager. Mr. Burch is a 2009 graduate of St. Bonaventure University where he earned his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. He joined the firm in June 2009 as a staff accountant and became a Certified Public Accountant in December 2012. Mr. Burch is a member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants Mrs. Flanigan is a 2008 graduate of St. Bonaventure University where she earned her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. She joined the firm in June 2008 as a staff accountant and became a Certified Public Accountant in July 2012. Mrs. Flanigan is a member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She serves as the treasurer for the Olean Food Pantry Board of Trustees.
BWB Announces Earned CPA Designation Buffamante Whipple Buttafaro, P.C. is pleased to announce; Jessica B. Quinn has earned the designation of Certified Public Accountant in the state of New York. To obtain this license, individuals must pass the Uniform Certified Public Accounting Examination, which consists of a four-part, 16 hour exam covering the areas of financial accounting and reporting, auditing and attestation, business environments and regulation. Candidates for the CPA designation must satisfy extensive educational requirements from an accredited institution and fulfill stringent experience requirements. “We couldn’t be more proud of Jessica and her accomplishment. We appreciate her dedication and drive, which benefits not only the firm but also our clients,” stated Jack Whipple, CPA, Managing Partner of BWB. Mrs. Quinn, of Olean, NY, joined the firm in June 2015 and is a staff accountant in the Olean office. She is a 2015 graduate of St. Bonaventure University where she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Business Administration in Accounting. She is a 2010 graduate of Portville Central School. BWB is a full service public accounting firm providing wide-ranging assistance in the areas of accounting, auditing, tax and advisory services. Their current staff consists of over forty-five professionals, paraprofessionals and support staff, including twenty-five Certified Public Accountants. The Firm serves as accountants and advisors to businesses, organizations and individuals throughout the United States, while maintaining offices in Jamestown, Olean and Orchard Park, NY.
St. Bonaventure and Alfred University grads join BWB Rhiannon Carnahan, Keith Carrington, Alexis Flint and Kristin Woodhead recently joined the firm, Buffamante Whipple Buttafaro, P.C., as staff accountants in the Firm’s Jamestown and Olean offices, according to Jack Whipple, CPA, Managing Partner of the Firm. A staff accountant at Buffamante Whipple Buttafaro, P.C., has corporate
responsibilities to compile, review and audit financial statements, along with general tax assignments. Rhiannon, of Randolph, NY and Kristin, of Portville, NY both graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 2016 with their Master’s degree with a
concentration in Accounting. Keith, of Jamestown, NY and Alexis, of Hornell, NY both graduated from Alfred University in 2016 with their Master’s degree with a major in Accounting. “We are pleased to have these four join our Firm and we are very excited for them to start their careers with us. They will be great assets to our team,” stated Whipple. BWB is a full service public accounting firm providing wide-ranging assistance in the areas of accounting, auditing, tax and advisory services. Their current staff consists of over forty-five professionals, paraprofessionals and support staff, including twenty-five Certified Public Accountants. The Firm serves as accountants and advisors to businesses, organizations and individuals throughout the United States, while maintaining offices in Jamestown, Olean and Orchard Park, NY.
Recovery Participants and Coaches Recognized at Mental Health Association Luncheon The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County (MHA) is staffed by recovery coaches who work in collaboration with local treatment providers, other nonprofits, and especially the Jamestown City Treatment Court to help participants be successful in attaining their goals. Recovery coaches are trained individuals who are recovering from mental health diagnosis and most are recovering from substance abuse. At the CASAC (Chautauqua Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Council) Recovery Walk in September the MHA’s recovery coaches were recognized for their contribution to the recovery community in Chautauqua County. They and their award were also acknowledged at the MHA’s recent Recovery Luncheon. The MHA holds monthly Recovery Luncheons to recognize participants for attending support groups, receiving recovery coaching services, gaining employment, advancing through treatment court, and starting college. A total of 23 participants were recognized for their progress at the recent luncheon. Thirteen participants were acknowledged for advancing a phase at treatment court, eight for gaining employment, and two for graduating from treatment court. The meal was prepared and served by Charles Hodges
and Jim Quattrone of the United Christian Advocacy Network and volunteers Jan Ball and Todd Milspaw. In addition to one-on-one meetings with recovery coaches, the MHA offers more than two dozen peer support groups. At these weekly meetings men and women come in and talk with others across a wide range of concerns. All MHA services and programs are offered free of charge. The Mental Health Association is located in the Gateway Center, 31 Water Street, Door #14, Jamestown, New York. To learn more about the MHA and its many programs, call (716) 661-9044 or visit www.mhachautauqua.org or www.facebook.com/MHAChautauqua.
A new peer support group has been added to the more than two dozen where participants can come weekly to talk with others across a wide range of concerns. Parents in Recovery now meets every Friday afternoon from noon to 12:45 p.m. at the MHA. For more information, call Samantha Sargent at (716) 661-9044. It was announced that MHA hours have been extended. They are now Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Congressional candidate John Plumb spoke briefly of his plan for combatting the opioid epidemic. The delicious harvest meal included turkey and all the fixings, as well as a selection of homemade pies. It was prepared by the United Christian Advocacy Network under the direction of Charlie Hodges and Todd Milspaw, with assistance from Bemus Point United Methodist Church, Christ First United Methodist Church, and Lakewood Baptist Church. It was served by volunteers Jan Ball, Richard Brown, Joey Cohen, Shawn Jones, and Tom Newton. The MHA is staffed by recovery coaches, trained individuals who are recovering from mental health diagnosis, most from substance abuse. They work in collaboration with local treatment providers, other non-profits, and especially the Jamestown City Treatment Court to help participants be successful in attaining their goals. All MHA services and programs are offered free of charge.
Photo caption: At the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County’s (MHA) recent Recovery Luncheon 23 participants were recognized for their progress. MHA recovery coaches were also recognized by CASAC for their contribution to the recovery community. Recovery coaches pictured (from left) are Steven Cobb, Luis Rosa, Joseph Anderson, Jennifer Diamond, Julie O’Brien, Jenny Rowe, and Michael Keeney.
Advances Celebrated at Mental Health Association Luncheon Jamestown, NY – Nineteen individuals were recognized for their progress in recovery at the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County’s (MHA) October luncheon. MHA Director of Peer Services Steven Cobb had certificates for two people who gained employment, three who completed treatment, 10 who advanced a phase in treatment court, and three who graduated treatment court. Helen Walther, a certified peer specialist from Housing Options Made Easy, Inc., who runs the Self-Help and Advocacy: Foundations program at the MHA, recognized the individual who completed The Pursuit of Happiness: Working the Eight Dimensions of Wellness into Our Lives program.
Photo caption: At the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County’s (MHA) October Recovery Luncheon 19 individuals were applauded for their progress. Among those who received certificates were Torry Knight, pictured at left, and Marsha Bush, at right; MHA volunteer Wayne Reichenbach is in the center.
Lutheran to Hold 50th Best of Times Seminar Lutheran is proud to present its 50th Best of Times seminar titled Home Sweet-Free Home. This seminar will be helpful for anyone who wants to decrease the bad carbohydrates in their diet and add good carbs. Kerry Mihalko, WCA Hospital certified diabetes educator and registered dietitian will keep it short and sweet regarding tips for reducing sugar and adding flavor to every day foods. Joining her will be Chef Dave Bollman, executive chef at Lutheran, who will share some of his favorite recipes for people challenged by diabetes. There will be taste testing and a time for questions and answers. There is no fee.
Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop-Tauqua!
The event will be held at 6:30pm on Thursday, November 17 at the Lutheran Chapel. Reservations are needed. Please call (716) 720-9122 to reserve your spot.
Santa Claus Express at the Northwest Arena December 10 Join the Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad, along with the Jamestown Area Railway Heritage Center, in hosting the annual Santa Claus Express on Saturday, December 10 from 11am-2pm.
Small Business Saturday is November 26. Support Local Business.
The WNY and PA Railroad will Deliver Santa and Mrs. Claus to the Jamestown Erie Train Station at 11am on a real train! Then the fun continues inside Northwest Arena. Kids can get their picture taken with Santa. Mrs. Claus will tell stories to the children. There will be games, craft tables, skatingon the Shults Auto Group rink, food and baked goods for sale, a petting zoo, and fun for everyone. The Southern Tier Xpress and the Jamestown Skating club will be skating with the kids during the event. The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children up to age 16.
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