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Dragonfly Studio and Salon has been open for nearly four years. The building has a home-like feel and the services provided are diverse, all encompassed by natural and positive vibrations. A space filled with hamsa hands, crystals and artwork, the multi-purpose establishment draws inspiration from the dragonfly. “They’re very spiritual, I feel. I relate to them in the fact that they can do so many different things,” said salon and studio owner Sarah Mansouri. “They’ve always brought me good luck ... They’ve been around millions of years. They’ve evolved and maintained. They’re kind
of resilient.” As stated on the studio and salon’s website, a dragonfly is “symbolic of renewal, positive force and the power of life in general. A sense of self that comes with maturity, new light and joy, good luck, swiftness, purity, harmony, strength, happiness, courage, subconscious thoughts, new beginnings, hope, love and financial wealth.” At the Dragonfly Studio and Salon, there is an emphasis on active health and wellness. “We’re completely into natural health. We’re into balancing mind, body and spirit. Which I think is kind of unique, for us,” Mansouri said. “We use all organic and vegan hair care. So everything we do respects personal health and the environment.
So that’s really our philosophy. Everything we use is the safest, healthiest as possible.” Products used at the salon reflect that stated mantra. Bottles of the Surface hair care line sit in a row in the salon beside a symbolic Tree of Life painting that Mansouri did on the wall. That product line “completely respects personal health and the environment. It’s all organic, fair-trade, vegan and gluten-free,” she said. Dermologica® is a botanical-based skin care line that Dragonfly uses. For nail care, the salon will do natural manicures and gel manicures, except the product that Dragonfly uses is a “breathable gel,” which eliminates much of the postremoval nail softness that can
come from other gel manicures. Pedicures are all one-time use at the salon. A disposable liner allows for safer service with no cross-contamination. Waxing, facials and spraytan are a few other services that the salon provides. Massage therapy service is provided at the salon by her husband, Mak Mansouri. On the studio side of Dragonfly Studio and Salon, Mansouri provides a variety of services including photograBy Alicia Greco phy which is her other pasTHE SUN EDITOR sion. “I did photography first, As a part of this year’s Edbut I did a lot of hair and makeup in my photography,” ucational Speaker Series for the town of Clarence Youth Sarah Mansouri said. Board and Bureau, both residents and non-residents are invited to learn about the rise See “Dragonfly” of prescription pill abuse, on Page A-3.
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Final part in column series on Masterplan This is a guest column by Clarence Town Supervisor David Hartzell Jr. This is the third in a three part series. Over the next twelve months members of the Clarence Town Board, planning board, zoning department and a professional planning and design firm will be gathering at the Clarence Town Hall to work on Masterplan 2025. This will replace 2015’s plan, which is the guiding document that governs all building and zoning changes in the town of Clarence. The public will be invited into the town hall on several occasions for public hearings on the changes as well. After reading the surveys that you all so kindly sent in April, May and June of 2013, I realize that the majority of people in Clarence want Clarence to stay just the way it is. Not to become another Amherst, but to keep that rural, farm based, county feel that so defines Clarence and separates us from our more urban neighbors. In 2001, the town of Clarence formally adopted Masterplan 2015; this represented the first time that the community officially adopted a comprehensive plan. Masterplan 2015 represents the goals of the community and identified objectives toward achieving these established goals. With the official adoption, new land use codes have been developed that are consistent with the adopted plan. One means of ensuring that the plan remains current is to hold an annual public hearing on Masterplan 2015 and the town has now held 12 such annual hearings and accordingly amended that plan. As 2015 is fast approaching, the planning board, at the direction of the town board, has begun the process toward developing Masterplan 2025. As an initial step in the development process toward, the planning board is reviewing the goals of the community and identifying which goals remain and whether new goals need to be developed. Public input is essential to finalize the future goals of the community. Formal adoption of the Masterplan 2025 is important to the community to ensure that all land use decisions
are consistent with overall community goals, providing a stable and sustainable town. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the last two sections from an amended version of the current draft of 2025’s plan and see what goals your elected officials and planners have in mind: – Adopt an orderly and balanced growth plan: Balanced growth will continue to be an ongoing process. The Zoning Map and Law were updated in 2005, with several additional modifications since then. The annual public hearings on the 2015 plan has aided in the identification of needed amendments. A residential growth cap policy was implemented and the town board has the ability to amend this policy and adjust to changing times/demands. The Clarence Town Board has been discussing a cap on the number of new apartments, and this may be one of the changes 2015. The practice of holding an annual review of the adopted masterplan should continue. In managing growth, the protection of residential areas needs to be balanced with the need to develop commercial properties and protect agricultural and natural areas. – Coordinate efforts on a regional basis: At the time of original adoption, Masterplan 2015 was consistent with the “Guiding Principals” as adopted by Erie County to identify regional goals. In the subsequent years, Erie County has adopted the Framework for Regional Growth. While the framework is good for the city of Buffalo, it may not be as positive for suburban towns like Clarence, Lancaster and Amherst. Masterplan 2015 remains consistent with regional goals. In addition, the town routinely coordinates project reviews with various regulatory agencies to ensure that the review is compatible with regulatory requirements and capacities. The sewer capacity prioritization study, as perfected by the planning board, has helped to address project prioritization in terms of sewer capacity and remains an important tool in project review. The adoption of the Town Agriculture and Farmland
Protection Plan is a key regional asset and will continue to play an important role as the community and region evolve. The amendments to the zoning law to prioritize and encourage hamlet development, consistent with their historical character, remain a significant part of the community development. Road systems are the most identified infrastructure under constant impact and the town will need to ensure that proper planning and coordination, with service providers, remains in force to address future concerns. Protection of open space and natural resources must continue for the longterm sustainability and health of the community. This protection is ensured under the direction of the town board in collaboration with the planning board. The town of Clarence will continue to participate in regional planning efforts. I hope that you will come to one of the many public forums that will be held at the Clarence Town Hall over the next six months. Your input is greatly appreciated! My thanks to the staff of the zoning department — especially Jim Callahan, Jonathan Bleuer and Planning Board Chairman Robert Sackett — for their help with this series of articles. Should you have any questions or positive comments, please feel free to call my office at 741-8930, email dhartzell@clarence. ny.us or stop by the Supervisors office in Clarence Town Hall. My door is always open!
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Alicia explores Clarence: Elle Blow Dry Bar By Alicia Greco THE SUN EDITOR
You walk in and are greeted by a friendly smile and a “hello.” The walls are painted delicate shades of blue and mirrors of a fleur-esque shape line the wall. White wire hangers hold small blue candles. There is a bar. Coasters that match the color-scheme sit as a base for a sparkling flute of champagne, although, this is not your average bar. Seats at the bar are not stools, but pure white styling chairs. Above, hanging from the ceiling, are dangling blow dryers. Elle Air Blow Dry Bar is new to the Clarence area; you may have caught my article last week about the basic business details. This week, I took the opportunity to see what it was like for myself and write a first-hand account for my Alicia explores Clarence column. Co-owner Lauren Quimby told me previously in our interview that Elle Air Blow Dry Bar is “more of an experience. It’s not always just about the hair.” The truth in that statement is undeniable. “Dirty Dancing” was silently playing on the big screen TV behind the styling bar and as Patrick Swayze and “Baby” danced the night away, all that could be
Look up at the sparkling chandelier and breathe in deep to the aromatherapy at the salon’s washing station. heard was upbeat music and friendly chit-chat. Since it is a specialized type of salon, there is a focus on just styling; no cuts or color. I chose to get soft curls and extra volume, similar to Lana Del Rey, who I consider a goddess of hair.
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Drugs from Page 1 The purpose of these presentations have a stated mission by the Clarence Youth Bureau to educate teenagers and their families about various concerning subjects. Such topics have included bullying, social media, depression, suicide, appropriate teenage relationships, as well as texting and driving. “Each year we continue to educate parents, grandparents, educators and especially the youth in our community,” Campochiaro said. “For the past six years we have had experts presenting information and personal stories regarding topics that affect our youth on a daily basis that have reached epidemic proportions. “This year we’re actually using personal stories from people and families that have been affected by the use of prescription and illegal drugs,” she added. On Monday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Clarence Town Hall, the Clarence Youth Board and Bureau will present “Personal Stories about Drug Addiction, Overdose and Suicide.” Through human-to-human narrative, attendees will be able to learn about the signs of oncoming addiction, the repercussions and information about preventing and caring for suicidal symptoms. Mr. and Mrs. Avi Israel, parents of Michael Israel and founders of the Save the Michaels of the World Inc., will be speaking at the event. Also speaking will be Honorable Justice Michael Powers of the town of Clarence Drug Court will also be speaking, and Agent in Charge Michelle Spahn of the Buffalo Drug Enforcement Administration. Colleen Babcock, a local parent, will tell personal experience stories. According to statistics, annual deaths from painkillers amounts to 15,000 people; more than half of abusers are between the ages of 12 and 25. Abuse of prescription painkillers have been on the rise, notably in suburban areas. “[Drug abuse] has increased all over Erie County, and more increases of drug abuse and suicides in the suburbs,” she said. “Already this year, 46 people have died from opiate overdose within Erie County.” She stressed that knowledge is significant for prevention. “I think a lot of parents today think, ‘This wont happen to me. I know everything I need to know,” Campochiaro said. Increasing use of opiate drugs (such as Oxycodon, Vicodon, Oxymorphone) have also been leading to opioid street drug counterpart, heroin. With the implementation of the I-STOP law last year, there have been a means of
regulation for prescription pills. That law, which stands for Internet System for Tracking Over-Prescribing, is a prescription monitoring program through an Internet database. Due to the potency and dependency of such painkillers, more often than not, use will eventually lead to overdose or in some cases suicide, including recovering addicts. “I’ve got involved with this and its really been a passion since the very beginning,” Campochiaro said, adding that she has seen children of her friends addicted to drugs and has also seen them come full circle recovering from their addiction. “I’ve shared this committee and speaker series since we started it ... [teaching about] the adolescent brain and how the kids today get involved with making wrong decisions because their brain is wired differently,” she added. The increase in drug abuse has been coined at an “epidemic” level and according to Campochiaro, there have been numerous suicides in Clarence within the last three years. “As much as we try to get out the information each year, that’s what our purpose is. Our mission and commitment from the youth bureau is to educate.” “I’d really like to recognize Dawn Kinney. It’s because of her support that she allows us as a board to do this. She’s 100 percent behind us,” Campochiaro said. Kinney, Executive Director of the Clarence Youth Bureau, is also coordinator for the Clarence Drug Court. That program is a peerbased justice system in which members of the court are given drug related cases and are responsible for handing out that student’s punishment. By taking a more personal perspective with this speaking event, the bureau will be shedding light on a difficult topic through interpersonal connection. “When you’re in the audience and you listen to these people talk, it gives you a different perspective,” she said. Although there is a hope from members of the bureau that the event will be a packed house, that is not the gauge for success. “If we help one particular family or we save one life, then we’ve done our job,” Campochiaro said. “That has been my whole thing with this. I don’t care if we have 300 people in there.” Fliers have been distributed to many of the area’s churches, organizations and health facilities. This event will be free admission and open to the public, especially other communities within Western New York. The Clarence Town Hall is located at 1 Town Place in Clarence.
Artisan show hosted by Dragonfly Studio Dragonfly Studio & Salon will host the fourth annual Artisan Show featuring local artists from noon-8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13. Members of local businesses and area residents are cordially invited to attend. In lieu of admission cost, Dragonfly will be collecting donations for the Clarence Community Food Pantry. Non-perishable food and personal care items will be accepted. Refreshments, hors d’oeuvres, door prizes and
special discounts on salon services and products will be offered. Along with full hair, skin, nail and spa services this one of a kind business houses a fine art photography studio as well as a boutique featuring jewelry, hair accessories, paintings and other works by local artists. Dragonfly’s Artisan Show will offer affordable holiday gifts, and one of kind treasures. Dragonfly Studio & Salon is located at 8290 Main St. in Williamsville.
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Dwayne Brinson, a resident of Orchard Park, was working at the Eastern Hills Buffalo Athletic Club until 2013 as a personal trainer. “I was there for two years; I was their highest ranked their highest trainer when I was there,” Brinson said. “I wanted to do something that was completely different.” With that, he decided to open his own facility, FitNation, in Williamsville. “Starting my own company, I would be able to give people a more personal approach. Everyone that comes my way, I can pay specific detail to them. They’re not just a number,
they’re a clients,” he said. Walking distance from the BAC, he chose to stay within the area to remain close to his clients, which span areas such as Clarence, Williamsville and Lockport. “I always said if I opened up my own facility, I’d open in a location where my clients are,” Brinson said. His clients range from early teenagers to people who are 80 years old. “Absolutely, fitness is for everyone. It’s not just for specific people. I think it’s awesome,” he said. At FitNation, he offers a variety of training regimens including personal, group, family and sports training. As well as body building, bootcamp classes, Zumba
and massage therapy. Corporate wellness is another service Brinson provides, which is an on-site program and seminar implemented “to get away from the desk and do a couple things there.” He has also been providing motivational speaking throughout Western New York, since 2012. Of the many words of guidance Brinson provides, one he emphasizes is the significance of nutrition. Fitness, he said, is 80 percent nutrition and 20 percent exercise. For patrons that may be seeking it, FitNation also has a nutrition counseling service, which can go handin-hand with any physical
training or can be utilized on its own for those that do have their own workout regimen. When it comes to personal training, he tweaks the workout to the specifications of the client, although he has a focus on core strength no matter what. “Strong core, strong body,” he said. “Each client that I train, I always focus on core. With a strong core you have a strong body. It doesn’t matter what you’re doing. Everyday life involves your core. I always make sure I train core in each of our work outs.” Why join up at FitNation? “A lot of people come just for a healthy lifestyle. They want to get more active and get their weight more in perspective, more stability, more balance,” Brinson said. “It all depends on what your motivation is.” FitNation is located at 6789 Main St. in Williamsville. To learn more about FitNation and Brinson, visit www.fitnationdb.com or www.facebook.com/dbFitNation.
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Elle Air Blow Dry Bar, recently opened in Clarence, is truly a soothing and bubbly experience. Then she used two different shampoos on my hair. One was a detox that pulled any unwanted residual and the other was a volumizing shampoo and conditioner. Along with massaging my scalp. Somehow with each circular motion any stress of mine washed away down the drain with the flowing water and suds. The scents of the natural and organic Aveda™ products are mesmerizing, and familiar to me. When I do get my hair colored I make my way out to Hamburg to sister salon, Elle Salon South. Kokanovich brought me back to the styling bar and
grabbed the dangling blow dryer. Using her educated styling magic, she somehow added volume to my naturally straight and relatively finer hair. Quimby added curls and put the finishing touches Aveda phomollient styling foam and a little bit of volumizing tonic and air control hairspray. Needless to say, I walked out feeling refreshed and with a slight bounce in my hair as I walked to my car, I hopped in and drove through Buffalo rush-hour back home. Elle Air Blow Dry Bar is located at 8212 Main St. in Clarence.
An appointment is recommended by the owners request, but walk-ins are also welcome. Hours for the Elle Air Blow Dry Bar are as follows: Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays will be open for private parties. To make an appointment, call 275-9679. For more information about services and prices, visit elleairblowdry.com or check out the Facebook page. To view the location’s Instagram look-book, search the handle @ElleAirBuffalo.
Medaille president plans his retirement Dr. Richard T. Jurasek, Medaille College president since 2007, has announced his decision to retire in midsummer 2015, citing health reasons for his decision to decline a contract extension offer from the college’s board of trustees. “The Medaille College Board of Trustees is unanimously grateful to Dr. Jurasek for his nearly eight years of leadership and recognizes all of his efforts to ensure the best possible education for our students,” stated Charles E. Moran, Jr., chair, Medaille College Board of Trustees. “Although we were hopeful that Rick would accept the board’s offer to extend his current contract, we un-
derstand his decision. Rick’s strategies to secure Medaille’s future and weave the college into the fabric of life in Western New York will continue to guide us for years to come.” “Medaille’s sense of purpose still inspires me and I have watched as new friends and supporters have joined with us to help advance our work. “The hundreds of Medaille employees who enact this mission every day at work are admirable as they are effective. I am proud to have been part of this dedicated institution that simply has no peer,” Jurasek said. Jurasek, who is 67, is the college’s sixth president. Ex-
amples of his achievements at Medaille include: •$10 million in upgrades, expansion and new construction that significantly enhance the experience and achievement of all students at the college •The creation and continued growth of on-line degree and other academic programs that address workforce needs and changing lifestyles •Fundraising success including the execution of Medaille’s first-ever comprehensive campaign, which is now at 95 percent of its $4.5 million goal The college board of trustees has created a committee to identify a successor for Jurasek.
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Rehwaldt Builders announces Deer View Green Homes Brad Rehwaldt of Rehwaldt Builders is proud to announce his newest venture, Deer View Green Homes, a new community of energy efficient homes in Akron, situated on a picturesque three-pond setting. The location is unique in that it is a short drive to all the local amenities while still enjoying a country setting. Deer View Green Homes are not all identically built; there are various size and style plans available, ranging from 1200 to over 2000 square feet. Homebuyers also have many options to customize their properties. Rehwaldt Builders encourages variety and personality in every home they build. One unique attribute to Deer View Green Homes is that each home comes
standard with Geothermal Heating and Cooling systems. Homebuyers can take advantage of Federal Tax credits that are available to owners of new geothermal systems. Geothermal creates a cleaner home with allergens significantly decreased, lower monthly utility bills, smaller carbon footprint and enhanced resale value compared to conventionally heated homes. Deer View Green Homes also utilizes ENERGY STAR qualified products for more efficiency and overall quality. New York ENERGY STAR Certified Homes are built to provide the future homeowners with greater energy efficiency, better indoor air quality and better overall comfort than conventionally built homes. Rehwaldt Builders Inc.
has been building custom homes for over 30 years and is locally owned and operated by Bradley Rehwaldt. Rehwaldt Builders is a certified Green Builder as well as a Builder in the New York ENERGY STAR Certified Homes Program, and utilizes modern residential technologies such as geothermal heating and cooling. Deer View Green Homes has a model home available for viewing from 1-3 p.m. every Sunday. For a private tour or questions about Deer View Green Homes, contact Georgianne Peluso, director of sales, at 939-5008. Visit us on the web at www. deerviewgreenhomes.com. We are now on Facebook, Country Living at Deer View Green Homes or on Twitter, @DeerViewHomes.
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Obituaries W W W. C P O W N Y . C O M
Caroline Menchini
Mario Cascioli
Caroline K. Menchini, 80, of Williamsville, died October 21.
Mario G. Cascioli, 79, of Depew died October 24.
Caroline was daughter of the late Jack and Lucy Menchini; sister of Thomas (the late Fay) Menchini; loving aunt of Thomas (Linda) Menchini and Kathleen (Ashur) Parker; great-aunt of Heather (Jesse) Mendyk, Kevin Menchini and Ashur Parker; great-great-aunt of Kayden, Carter and Ryan Mendyk; also survived by her aunt, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation was held from the Tonawanda Chapel of the Amigone Funeral Home Inc. A Mass of Christian burial was held at Saint Michael R.C. Church. Online condolences may be made at www.AMIGONE. com.
Mario was husband of Anna J. (nee Christopher) Cascioli; father of Michael (Sandy), Ann Marie, and Diann (Frank) Lutz; grandfather of Jennifer (Brian) Andrews, Mark (Lisa) Cascioli, Tom Lutz, Bobby Zorn, and Katie Lutz; great-grandfather of Colin Cascioli; cherished uncle of Louie and David; predeceased by two brothers and one sister. Visitation was held at the Lancaster-Depew Chapel of the Amigone Funeral Home Inc. A Mass of Christian burial was held at Saint Martha Parish. Interment took place in Saint Adalbert Cemetery in Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to
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Ethel E. (nee Theeman) Lee, 95, of Williamsville, died October 26. Ethel was the daughter of the late William C. and Elizabeth (nee Landsandel) Theeman; godmother of Karen Baltes, Kathleen Laughlin and William Gerspacher and friend of Suzanne Michalak. Visitation was held from the Cleveland Hill Chapel of the Amigone Funeral Home Inc. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice-Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga NY 14227 or Beechwood/Blocher Foundation, 2235 Millersport Hwy., Getville NY 14068.
Create with Legos at the Clarence Public Library Legos from Page 1 For a copy of the event’s flier and other upcoming events, visit the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library home page at www.buffalolib. org, click the “Library Locations” tab and then the Clarence Public Library link.
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“The nomination committee will come together will be announcing the winners by Monday, Nov. 10, the recipients of those awards,” Sirianni said. “Many people work in this area but they don’t live here but they give themselves unselfishly. That’s great. And then there’s people who live here that give themselves, whatever it is, really making the community grow to what it is today with everybody working together,” she added. “We’ve had wonderful, wonderful recipients.” Veterans of Foreign War will also be honored. Winners for 2014 included: James A. Marshall (Citizen of the Year), Dash’s Market (Business of the Year), Clarence Hollow Farmers’ Market (Organization of the Year) and James W. Bennett Esq. (Lifetime Achiever of the Year). Find the PDF form online for the 2015 award nominations at http://tiny. cc/clarencechambernomination.
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person that never says no. Always out there trying to make the best thing for everybody, best for the community,” she said. Organization of the Year will be awarded to “a group that has given back to the community and has given unselfishly. They believe that they can make a difference in the area.” The Lifetime Achiever of the Year award will recognize “a person who has been around for a long, long time. Someone who is older, that recognizes for them for their devotion to the area that just keeps giving. Nominations will be accepted until noon on Monday, Nov. 3. Applications can be found on the chamber’s website, at the Clarence Chamber of Commerce office, First Niagara, Key Bank, The Summit Federal Credit Union, Lake Shore Savings Bank, Clarence Community and Schools Federal Credit Union, the Clarence Town Hall or at the Clarence Public Library.
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and create. “They say that creating Legos helps with problem solving and learning, especially for those kids that are tactile and kinesthetic learners. Any kind of creative play, I believe, promotes literacy and problem solving skills,” Mooney added. She said that she will often see participants of the Lego club seek out books that related to what they created, whether it be fiction or nonfiction on cars, spaceships or buildings. “The Clarence Youth Bureau volunteers will be here to help the kids during the program,” Mooney said. “They bring the kids out into the library with their creations and put them out on display until the next Lego Club. “Creating the display, I think it gives them some self confidence. It’s a nice thing for them to see; their little creations on display,” she added. Lego Club at the Clarence Public Library is simple, in the best way, Mooney said. “It’s a very simple club and its easy to manage and its very enjoyable. They don’t need to bring anything except themselves. We provide everything,” she said. Age range for the event is 5-12 years old. Registration is required for this event because “it does fill up pretty quickly,” according to Mooney. That began on Oct. 25 and will continue until the day of the event. “This has been a really successful club,” she added. To register, call 741-2650, or stop in to the library 3 Town Place in Clarence.
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Mooney was inspired to start the program six months into her position at the library after reading an article about the popularity of this type of club in libraries. “I just think that it’s just a way to promote creativity and teamwork ... it’s amazing to see the kids how they really just enjoy the program so much. They take it seriously too,” Mooney said. “They really focus in on what they’re building and they work together; they make some really unique creations. There’s so many things they can do with Legos.” The Clarence Public Library provides the Legos for the club. Friends of the Clarence Public Library helped fund that program by purchasing Legos; some were donated to the library. “We initially purchased all of these Legos with the Friends of the Clarence Public Library,” she said. “They funded the Legos. We have received donations since.” Theme sets of Legos allow participants to develop a guided structure, or free-play building blocks are available for those who want to create from the roots of their imagination. Mooney emphasized that this is a competition-free zone and that the club is intended for participants to grow in creativity. “They socialize, they work together to build and create, the sky’s the limit, pardon the cliche,” she said. “It’s easier and more enriching for the kids to have free play to just let them build
Each year the Clarence Chamber of Commerce holds an awards dinner to recognize influential members of the community based on nominations. On Thursday, Feb. 26 the chamber will host the 43rd annual dinner; this year’s theme will be “Wizard of Oz Comes to Clarence.” Awards will go toward “Citizen of the Year,” “Business of the Year,” “Organization of the Year” and “Lifetime Achiever of the Year.” President of the Clarence Chamber of Commerce Judy Sirianni said, “It’s an opportunity for so many people that are out there that have businesses that go way beyond what they really have to.” Criteria for nominations are those that either reside, work or volunteers in the town of Clarence and “represents an unselfish devotion to improving the quality of life in the Clarence community,” according to Sirianni. The Citizen of the Year award is meant for “that
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Combating financial needs in the classroom, one school at a time By Anna Cappello COURIER INTERN
Four-hundred and eighth five. According to a recent national survey, this is the average amount of money that teachers spend on school supplies and classroom materials out of their own pockets each year. But what if there was a program that allowed school teachers to shop for supplies without paying a single cent? The good news is such a program does exist and it’s called The Teachers Desk. This organization was founded by John Mika who, after working 30 years at GM and as a substitute teacher at Williamsville Public School, was driven to help the community. He specifically wanted to give students in need tools for education. “I just saw the incredible difference between what kids in the city schools don’t have and what kids in suburbs do have” Mika said. The Teachers Desk, set up like an office-supply store, allows teachers to shop for classroom necessities like paper, pencils, glue and children’s books. Other organizational supplies such as binders and folders are available as well for no
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participation in the National School Lunch Program, Mika stated, is eligible to shop at The Teachers Desk. Each teacher receives $900 on average in free supplies for their classroom. Does your school meet the requirements and want to be registered? If the answer is yes, call 716-348-3412 or email shopping@theteacherdesk. org to receive aid from Mika and his team of genuine volunteers who are ready to provide support for students in need.
This nonprofit organization could not be possible without these volunteers, Mika explained, and there is always room for more help. A simple email to volunteer@theteachersdesk. org can incorporate you into a program striving to make a difference in the Buffalo area. “It’s good for families, for high school kids in need of volunteer hours, and for retired adults as well” Mika stated. The Teacher’s Desk is located at 22 Northampton St. in Buffalo.
Roswell Park now offering mammograms for general public Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) announces the expansion of its breast imaging services to the general public, offering routine screening mammography to non-patients in an effort to improve breast cancer screening rates and increase detection of breast cancer at the earliest, most curable stages. Current statistics show that as many as half the women who should be receiving an annual mammogram are not getting this important cancer screening. “We are pleased to be able to offer our technology and expertise for breast cancer detection to all women,” says Ermelinda Bonaccio, MD, director of breast imaging at RPCI. “Cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment are our specialty. Applying our capabilities to breast cancer screening is an important part
of our mission.” Mammography is the only screening test that’s proven to reduce a woman’s risk of dying from the disease. But in the City of Buffalo, a lack of facilities that offer mammography screening makes it more difficult for women to get the screening. “Currently, there are only five U.S. Food and Drug Administration-certified mammography centers in operation in the City of Buffalo, including Roswell Park; in 2012, there were 11 facilities,” says Christy Widman, a community outreach manager with the Western New York Cancer Coalition (WNYC2) Center to Reduce Disparities at RPCI. In addition, Erie County has the highest breast cancer mortality rate compared to the rest of New York State and has the highest breast cancer mortality rate
among African-Americans in the state, too. A new and larger breast imaging center will be located within the 11-story clinical sciences center, currently under construction adjacent to the main Roswell Park hospital, but the need for these services was deemed too urgent to wait for the building’s completion. At RPCI, screening mammograms are batch read by two RPCI radiologists. Studies show this method of batch reading lowers the rate of false positives, which means fewer women need to return for additional images. The breast imaging and diagnostic services now available to the general public include: •Mammography, both screening and diagnostic types •Advanced breast imaging
such as ultrasound, breast MRI and digital mammography •Minimally invasive breast biopsy •Pathology analysis by pathologists who focus exclusively on breast cancer •Access to genetic counseling, the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and Prevention Program for those at high risk of developing cancer and the multidisciplinary breast cancer care team. Afternoon and evening appointments (3 to 6:20 p.m.) are reserved for women getting a screening mammogram, and free onsite parking is provided. Appointments take approximately 30 minutes, and women receive a personal phone call the following morning with their results. RPCI recommends that women at average risk should begin yearly mammograms at age 40. Personal risk factors may warrant screening beginning at an earlier age. Women should discuss their personal factors with their healthcare providers. Women who may be at high risk for breast cancer — due to a personal or family history of breast or ovarian cancer, increased breast density, a known gene mutation or previous abnormal breast biopsies — may benefit from RPCI’s Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and Prevention Program. Call 1-877-ASK-RPCI to find out more information.
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County announces future construction on Conner Road On Oct. 27, Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz announced that the Erie County Department of Public Works’ Highway Division will take advantage of good late-season weather and available 2014 road repair funding to perform strip patching work on Conner Road in the town of Clarence. Erie County continues to seek an agreement with town officials that would transfer ownership of the 0.8-mile stretch of road to the town following repair work funded and conducted by Erie County, and has allocated $500,000 to begin such work; however, the town’s refusal to address area-related drainage issues and take over the road when work is completed has stalled progress. The work announced today will begin this week on Conner and should be completed by the end of the week. “It has been a very busy season for highway crews in Erie County, with dozens of projects happening in 2014. With the winter months approaching I am pleased to authorize strip patching work to be done on Conner Road to fill potholes, smooth the road surface, and provide a better driving experience for residents,” Poloncarz said. “Erie County has been prepared all year to do more extensive work on Conner but has been hindered by the town’s refusal to address town-related drainage issues and take over the maintenance of the road going forward. “Conner Road residents pay as part of their town
taxes a fee to address drainage issues on their road, yet the town refuses to fix their issue. It is an unfortunate situation and one that has caught residents in the middle, but we have made residents aware of the project’s status and Erie County stands by the terms of the proposed deal. We look forward to working with the town when they decide they are ready,” he continued. Conner Road is an example of one of approximately 200 miles of low-volume county-owned roads that could potentially be turned over to the municipalities they are in, rather than remain in the Erie County road inventory. These are residentialtype roads that do not facilitate inter-town traffic; many of them are dead ends or isolated, segmented roads that do not connect to any other county streets. Under the Erie County proposal, the county would invest $500,000 to resurface Conner Road and update current county drainage, while the town is only asked to update townrelated drainage issues and then take over ownership of the road. Erie County also retained a consultant for the project to work on design and drainage options, take road cores and develop paving options. For more information on the Erie County Department of Public Works, visit http://www2.erie.gov/ dpw/.
Helping students start their scholastic journey Erie Community College and the Lackawanna City Court’s Education 2 Recovery and Pathways Court Initiative offers free high school equivalency classes and other education-related services to those ready to pursue vocations via two-year degree or certificate programs. And with open enrollment now available, the initiative is waiting for individuals eager to start down a new, focused career path. “ECC is proud to team with the Lackawanna City Court on this educational initiative,” ECC President Jack Quinn said. “Partnerships like this strengthen our community, and we at the college are always looking for these types of opportunities.” For over 12 years, ECC and local judicial districts have teamed up to provide individuals disabled by substance abuse and/ or mental health problems with educational case management while they are participating in treatment. However, having realized that approximately 45 percent of these participants
did not have a high school diploma, ECC has joined with Lackawanna City Court—just like it has with Buffalo and Niagara Falls city courts in the past—for an educational partnership that brings equivalency classes right to the court site. In line with ECC’s tag line of, “start here, go anywhere,” this partnership pathway encourages just that, and is the first of its kind in New York State. Classes are held inside Lackawanna City Court’s Hank Pirowski Education Center from 1 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Along with courses focused on advancing eager students forward, the program also offers additional services, including career advisement; information about Educational Opportunity Program and Accuplacer test dates; referral to an academic advisor; and eventual assistance with ECC’s entry application and financial aid forms like FAFSA and TAP. For additional information, stop by the location at 714 Ridge Rd., or call Jennifer Dunn at 845-7218.
Buy arts and crafts at holiday show The Clarence Arts and Crafts Society will present a holiday show. From 10 a.m.-5 p.m. the 38th annual Holiday Arts and Crafts show will be held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1-2 at the Clarence
Town Park Clubhouse. The clubhouse is located at 10405 Main St. Admission will be free. A silent auction will take place to help benefit a Clarence High School Art Scholarship program.