First Sunday Story Time at Audubon May 7 is Free

MAYVILLE, NY – A Falconer native has taken on a newly created bipartisan role within Chautauqua County Government to enhance and ease communication between both the news media and public.

Justin Gould was hired this month as the County’s new Media Information Officer. In the position, Gould will disseminate all noteworthy county communications and coordinate news media inquiries that pertain to County Government and other related affairs.

“I’m honored to be offered this opportunity to work for the people of Chautauqua County,” said Gould in a statement. “While it will be an adjustment to cross the line from reporting daily local news, to disseminating information, I’m excited to build a bridge between media coverage and governmental affairs.”

A graduate of Falconer High School, Gould cofounded WNY News Now, an online news gathering, and publishing agency based in Jamestown, NY. Until now, Gould owned and operated the business serving as News Director.

“While it’s bittersweet to leave newsgathering and sell my stake in WNY News Now, I’m

Officer excited to build off my experiences and, in a way, report the news of county government,” explained Gould. “An open and free press is a pillar of our Representative Democracy. Often referred to as the ‘fourth estate’, I will work every day in a bipartisan manner to not only inform the public, but also, assist news agencies across the region, state, country and world better access local officials.”

While the position will physically be located in the County Executive’s office, with Gould maintaining an office in Mayville, NY, duties extend beyond.

“I’m proud to have Justin join the Chautauqua County Government team, taking on what is uncharted territory to build a path for the Media Information Officer position,” said Chautauqua County Executive Paul M. Wendel, Jr. “I believe Justin’s record of fair and accurate news reporting is vital to the role’s success.”

In addition to acting as a liaison for news media organizations, coordinating press conferences, press releases and responding to emergencies as they develop providing upto-date information to both the news media and public; Gould will also assist the legislature, all departments, and agencies within county government to enhance public relations.

Gould is proud to accept the job, which will officially start on June 1, 2023.

Jamestown, N.Y. –Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC) presents First Sunday Story Time, 12:30 – 1 p.m., each month.

Children’s books are powerful tools to connect children to nature and establish a strong foundation for their educational journey.

Sunday, May 7, is the next opportunity for you and your 2 – 8 year old(s) to go on literary adventures with animals, through habitats and seasons, and discover new things with every page.

Storyteller Claire Certo leads your trek. Doors open at 12:20 p.m. for this free, nature-based story time.

The building fully opens at 1:00 p.m. Participants are welcome to stay afterward and explore the Nature Center building. Both the program and Sunday admission are free.

Come for story time and stay to explore the indoor Nature Play Area, live animals, and exhibits. Then go outside to enjoy the outdoor Nature Play Area and visit Soren the Red-tailed Hawk. Participation is limited to 15.

Although this is a free event, reservations are requested by Saturday, May 6, 2023. To reserve your space, call the Nature Center during open hours at (716) 569-2345 or go to AudubonCNC.org and click through “Programs and Events.”

Walk-ins are welcome if there is room.

Audubon Community Nature Center is located at 1600 Riverside Road, onequarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, N.Y., and Warren, Pa. You can visit the nearly 600-acre nature preserve, check in on the live birds of prey, and hike over five miles of trails dawn until dusk daily for free.

The three-story Nature Center building houses interactive displays, a collection of live animals including the Hellbender exhibit, and the Blue Heron Gift Shop. Visitors are welcome Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1 - 4:30 p.m. Nature Center members and SNAP/EBT cardholders have free building admission daily. Building admission is also free every Sunday for nonNature Center members. To learn more about Audubon and its many programs, call (716) 569-2345, find Audubon Community Nature Center on Facebook, or visit AudubonCNC.org.

Audubon Community Nature Center builds and nurtures connections between people and nature by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about and understand the natural world, and knowledge to act in environmentally responsible ways.

Surprise Mom with a special dessert in her honor

Mothers selflessly devote themselves to their children from infancy into adulthood. A mother’s love never wanes, and she’s always ready and willing to step in and put her children first.

Mother’s Day is a great chance for men, women and children to honor the special women in their lives. Delicious homemade treats can show mothers just how much they’re appreciated and adored. Try this tasty recipe for “Cold Mango Soufflés Topped with Toasted Coconut” from “The Complete Mexican, South

American & Caribbean Cookbook” (Metro Books) by Jane Milton, Jenni Fleetwood and Marina Filippelli.

Cold Mango Soufflés

Topped With Toasted Coconut (Makes 4)

4 small mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped

2 tablespoons water

1 tablespoon powdered gelatine

2 egg yolks

1⁄2 cup superfine sugar

1⁄2 cup milk

11⁄4 cups heavy cream

Grated rind of one orange

Toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut, to decorate

Place a few pieces of mango in the base of each of four 2⁄3-cup ramekins. Wrap a creased collar of nonstick parchment paper around the outside of each dish, extending well above the rim. Secure with adhesive tape, then tie tightly with string.

Pour the water into a small heatproof bowl and sprinkle the gelatine over the surface. Leave for 5 minutes or until spongy. Place the bowl in a pan of hot water, stirring occasionally, until the gelatine has dissolved.

Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks with the superfine sugar and milk in another heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture is thick and frothy. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until the mixture cools. Whisk in the liquid gelatine.

Puree the remaining mango pieces in a food processor or blender, then fold the puree into the egg yolk mixture with the orange rind. Set the mixture aside until starting to thicken.

Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Reserve 4 tablespoons and fold the rest into the mango mixture. Spoon into the ramekins until the mixture is 1 inch above the rim of each dish. Chill for 3 to 4 hours, or until set.

Carefully remove the paper collars from the soufflés. Spoon a little of the reserved cream on top of each soufflé and decorate with some toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut.